AUGUST

Aug. 12

MIDNIGHT SHOWING

It may not be new, but there’s always a reason for a midnight showing of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” Head on over to the Angelica Film Center and join fans of the cult classic — don’t forget the toast.

Angelika Film Center & Café, 5321 E. Mockingbird Lane, suite 230, 972.943.1300, angelikafilmcenter.com, $10

Aug. 20

FOR SALE

Want to shop the mother of all garage sales?

More than 50 families contribute to this fundraising event that supports the Lake Highlands High School Highlandettes and runs from 8 a.m.-2p.m. Early bird shoppers can pay $5 for first dibs on Friday, Aug. 19, from 8-10 p.m. Lake Highlands High School gym, 9449 Church Road, highlandettes.com, free

Aug. 20

BACK TO SCHOOL

Back to school means back to NorthPark Center. With the ABC’s of Back-to-School event, there will be plenty of activities to get your kids ready for the first bell of the year. NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central Expressway, 214.363.7441, northparkcenter.com, free quigleyac.com

1st time customer only 972.441.7052

Lake Highlands Loves Local

For pizza, we prefer Atomic Pie over the New York City transplant Grimaldi’s in Shops at Park Lane, and like the little taqueria in the heart of our neighborhood slightly more than the better-known one on Greenville, though we appreciate and patronize all of them. We are Lake Highlands, and that’s how we do things, which was made apparent in the annual Advocate Best Of contest.

While other contests focus on the entire city, ours looks only at the Best Of in or bordering our neighborhood. It highlights the places and spaces that are beloved by our readers, not some corporate marketing team, and it shows what we value as a community.

Visit nearby Goodfriend if you’re into craft beer and creative menu items, our readers rave, or One Nostalgia Place if you’re in the mood for a classic watering hole where Miller Lite still reigns king.

Those looking to break bread

Another Broken Egg Cafe

It’s our passion to create exceptional dishes for breakfast, brunch and lunch that are “craveably” delicious with an artisanal flair. Mon-Sun

Haute Sweets Patisserie

Treat yourself & the ones you love with the finest desserts, French Macarons, cookies, cakes & more. Award-winning chefs bring premium restaurant quality treats right to our neighborhood. Paleo & Gluten-free available.

Mon-Fri: 9:00am-7:00pm Sat: 10:00am-6:00pm

One90 Smoked Meats

Offering bbq combo plates, sandwiches, tacos, sides, desserts & a wide variety of locally smoked meats, including Brisket, Bison, Turkey, Chicken, Pork, Salmon, Duck, Lamb & Tenderloins.

Hours: Mon. Closed Tues.-Sat. 11am-8pm Sun. 11am-5pm earlier in the day will want to head to JJ’s Café or Neighbor’s Casual Kitchen.

And when you just need to get away from it all and relax, or want to show off the best attraction in the neighborhood, just head over to White Rock Lake and bask in the natural beauty.

Palapas Seafood Bar

Come see why we were voted one of the best patios in Dallas for 2016. Experience our special flavorings & recipes from Mexico’s seafood capital Sinaloa.

Enjoy our Happy Hour from 4-7pm.

Frank’s Taco Grill

At Frank’s Taco Grill, we are bringing the classic street-style taqueria experience into the modern day. Frank’s offers high-quality, all-natural tacos that everyone will enjoy.