Organizations
The American Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic, mutual-help, war-time veteran’s organization. This community-service organization now numbers nearly 3 million members, both men and women, in nearly 15,000 American Legion Posts worldwide. The Lake Dallas American Legion associates itself together for many purposes including upholding and defending the U.S. Constitution, maintaining law and order, preserving the memories and incidents of our associations in the Great Wars, and instilling a sense of individual obligation to the community, state and nation. The Lake Dallas American Legion Post 88 meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at the address below.
105 Gotcher Ave.
Lake Dallas, TX 75065
(940) 321-5400
Boys & Girls Club of Lake Dallas
The mission of the Boys & Girls Club of Denton County (BGCDC) is to enable all young people, especially those who have limited opportunities, to develop life skills in a safe, caring place that will instill and encourage self-esteem and a sense of pride and belonging. The Club serves young people age 6 (Kindergarden) through 17. It provides diverse programs, homework assistance and individual tutoring, as well as service opportunities for all members. Programs include activities in five core areas: Character & Leadership, Education & Career (including a full technology program), Health & Life Skills (helping kids make the right choices), the Arts (painting, drawing, dancing, etc.), and Sports, Fitness and Recreation programs.
303 Alamo Avenue
Lake Dallas, TX 75065
(940) 239-9309
American Heritage Girls is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community and country. The organization offers badge programs, service projects, girl leadership opportunities and outdoor experiences to its members. This program of character building has successfully served thousands of girls since its inception and will continue to do so long into the 21st century. For more information email.
Lake Cities Sports Associations
Lake Cities Bass Club II
718 E. Hundley Dr. #120
Lake Dallas, TX 75065
Lake Cities Chamber of Commerce
The Lake Cites Chamber of Commerce serves the cities of Corinth, Lake Dallas, Hickory Creek and Shady Shores. Lake Cities business owners have the best of both worlds – a progressive and strategic business location within a small, comfortable, hometown setting. The Lake Cities Chamber is unique because it is filled with members whose businesses and organizations reach out into the community to make a positive difference. The weekly coffees, monthly luncheons, mixers, Business of the Month and Adopt-A-Teacher programs, seminars, and annual banquet all give members the opportunity to broaden their network, grow their business and serve their community!
PO Box 1028
Lake Dallas, TX 75065
(940) 497-2097
The Lake Cities Library has proudly served the residents of Corinth, Hickory Creek, Lake Dallas, Shady Shores and Denton County since 1975. Though it appears to be the same on the outside, the Lake Cities Library has recently undergone total renovation. The interior has doubled in size to 5,000 square feet, and its collection of resources expands in sync with the Lake Cities population growth. In addition to traditional services, the library is a place to send faxes, make photocopies, use the internet, check out DVDs or audio-books, update your resume, prepare for a meeting, or use Notary Public services. Storytime, ESL classes, Internet for Beginners classes, and other programs and workshops are held regularly. A complete schedule is available at the Lake Cities Library website. The library is open Tuesday through Saturday; call for specific hours.
302 S. Shady Shores Rd.
Lake Dallas, TX 75065
(940) 497-3566; fax: (940) 497-3567
Friends of the Lake Cities Library
The Friends of the Lake Cities Library is nonprofit organization dedicated to the active promotion, welfare, and support of the Lake Cities Library. The purpose is to build and maintain an association of friends from the community and beyond.
Lake Dallas Rebekah Lodge #262
P.O. Box 173
Lake Dallas, TX 75065
Boy Scouts of America - Longhorn Council
4917 Brierhaven Rd.
Fort Worth, TX 76109
Spirit of Christmas
4 Red Oak Circle
Hickory Creek, TX 75065
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10460
The Lake Dallas Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10460 supports the national VFW mission to honor the dead by helping the living. Annually, VFW members nationwide contribute more than 13 million hours of volunteerism in the community, including participation in Make A Difference Day and National Volunteer Week. From providing college scholarships to high school students every year to encouraging the elevation of the Veterans Administration to the president's cabinet, the VFW places a high importance on community involvement and service. The Lake Dallas VFW meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at the address below.
501 Thompson Dr.
Lake Dallas, TX 75065
(940) 321-9333