Welcome to
Woodland Heights Civic Association
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Welcome to
Woodland Heights Civic Association
Our mission is to foster a strong sense of community, enhance the quality of life for residents, and promote the unique character of Woodland Heights through active engagement, events, and advocacy. Join us in celebrating our heritage and building a brighter future together
Connecting Our Community
Our mission is to foster a strong sense of community, enhance the quality of life for residents, and promote the unique character of Woodland Heights through active engagement, events, and advocacy. Join us in celebrating our heritage and building a brighter future together.
The Woodland Heights Civic Association (WHCA) is at the heart of our neighborhood, working tirelessly to maintain and enhance our unique community. We organize events, advocate for residents' interests, and preserve Woodland Heights's rich history. Discover more about our initiatives and how you can get involved.
2026 LITH Bundle Up for a Magical Holiday Light Tour!
WHCA and Boy Scout Troop 30 are thrilled to bring holiday cheer to the neighborhood with a series of festive holiday light hayrides! Hop aboard, cozy up, and take in the twinkling neighborhood displays with family and friends.
Dates: 10 festive nights between Sunday, December 6th and Saturday, December 26th
Schedule: 3 hayrides each evening (approx. 30 minutes per ride)
Tickets: $20 per person (limited to 20 guests per ride for a cozy, small-group experience!)
Ready to Ride?
Select your desired ticket quantity, date, and time below to lock in your spot! Spots fill up fast—if your preferred time shows as "Sold Out," simply check another time slot or evening.
2026 LITH Deck the Halls with Woodland Heights Pride!
Celebrate "this hometown near downtown" with our 2026 LITH Collector Ornaments! With 3 unique designs to choose from—including the 2026 Cloisonné Ornament, 2026 Glass Ornament, and the classic Undated Woodland Heights Glass Ornament—it’s never been easier to show off your neighborhood spirit.
Whether you’re decorating your own tree, checking off your holiday gift list, or tucking away a special keepsake for your kids’ future memories, these ornaments are the ultimate holiday treasure.
Don’t wait—quantities are strictly limited! Order your 2026 LITH Ornaments online today before they’re gone for good. Every purchase directly supports Lights in the Heights (LITH)!
2026 LITH Save the dinos!
For over a decade, Ward Pennebaker’s iconic electric dinosaurs have lit up the Norhill Esplanade, delighting families every holiday season. As this beloved tradition has grown, keeping these prehistoric giants glowing now requires a professional lighting crew to safely install, repair, and store them.
Help keep the magic alive! With donations starting at $50, your support ensures the dinosaurs remain a treasured centerpiece of Lights in the Heights this season. Donate online today and help save our neighborhood dinos from extinction!
Feed the Holiday Magic with Dino Chow!
Want to support our iconic Norhill Esplanade dinosaurs on any budget? Grab a bag of Dino Chow! Starting at just $10, every contribution helps keep Ward Pennebaker’s beloved electric dinosaurs glowing bright all season long. Chip in for Dino Chow today and help keep this Woodland Heights tradition alive!
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Constable Patrol
Since 2011, Woodland Heights Civic Association has administered a Constable Patrol Program, serviced by Harris County Precinct One. Our Constable Patrol Program is a supplemental police force. Currently, two deputies are hired to patrol our neighborhood for two 40-hour shifts per week.
Featured Programs & Merchandise
WOODLAND HEIGHTS PORCH BOOK
This stunning book captures the porches and the community spirit that together make Woodland Heights so welcoming. The 96-page book includes a brief history of the neighborhood, an evocative forward by resident and well-known writer Mimi Swartz, and beautiful photos shot by local photographers showing the neighborhood’s charm, its unique style and how our porches serve to connect us. The book will grace anyone’s coffee table – inside or out. Available in both hard cover and soft cover.
We will contact you when the item is ready for pickup or delivery – depending on your location. Direct shipping is not available at this time.
NEWSLETTER SPONSORSHIP
This item is provided for the convenience of those who wish to sponsor the WHCA newsletter. Sponsorship is available as a series of 6 or 12 monthly placements.
Placements must be approved by the WHCA Dir of Communications. Payment made without prior approval will be held pending approval.
For more into about sponsoring the newsletter see: https://www.woodland-heights.org/newsletters