HMAAC Deborah Colton Gallery Bert Long Exhibit
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) and Deborah Colton Gallery are pleased to present Riding the Tiger: The Art of Bert Long, Jr., an exhibition of the late Houston’s artist work October 24-November 9, 2019. The museum, which …
Houston Symphony to receive $250,000 grant
The Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) has awarded the Houston Symphony a grant of $250,000 to support its world-class holiday programming and attract visitors to the Houston Theater District through an exciting 2019 line up, including an All-Strauss Thanksgiving, …
HMAAC we’re ALL here!: The Art of Aminah Robinson September 21 -November 2, 2019
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is delighted to present we’re ALL here!, an exhibition of the art of Aminah Robinson organized by ACA Galleries, New York, New York from September 21-November 2, 2019.
¡Bienvenidos! A New Way to Connect with METRO on Social MediaSty
METRO is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month by launching the Authority's first Spanish-language social media account, @metrohouston_esp on Instagram. The social media platform will be home to video content exclusively produced to reach a wider network of customers.
NASA’s High School Aerospace Scholars program now accepting applications
High school juniors from across HISD are invited to join NASA in exploring the moon to Mars through its High School Aerospace Scholars program.
Jones Futures simulated learning clinic helps students explore careers in health care
Pens and medical charts in hand, students from HISD’s Jones Futures Academy listened intently as Alex diligently answered their medical intake questions, each of them nodding as they quickly jotted down notes to determine the best treatment plan for the …
Houston Grand Opera presents In War & Peace—Harmony through Music with international opera star Joyce DiDonato in a one-night-only concert at the Wortham Center
Houston Grand Opera presents In War & Peace—Harmony through Music, a special concert event featuring international opera star and former HGO Studio alumna and mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato, followed by a post-concert dinner.
Comcast to Honor Some of Houston’s Finest During Hispanic Heritage Month
In celebration of this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month, Comcast will honor eight community volunteers at the fourth-annual Comcast Hispanic Hero Awards. The honorees will be recognized for their commitment to making a difference in the community through volunteerism, mentorship, advocacy …
The Rebound
The Houston Texans look to rebound after such a heartbreaking loss to the New Orleans Saints on Monday night (30 -28) in the Mercedes Benz Superdome. Houston will take on AFC South divisional rival, Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday at NRG …
Hispanic Heritage Month: A Time For Reflection
I am often excited when Hispanic Heritage Month comes around. My social media fun facts regarding the contributions of the Hispanic/Latinx communities tend to be a little overboard, but hey, somebody has to tell it since our public education history …
Additional Mission Modification for Mouth-Bar Requested
Council Member Dave Martin would like to make District E residents aware the Federal Emergency Management Administration's (FEMA) mission assignment modification to address partial removal of the mouth-bar has concluded. The mission assignment modification provided the United States Army Corps …
HISD Board of Trustees to vote on a decrease in property tax rate for 2019-2020
Homeowners in the Houston Independent School will see a decrease in property tax rates for the 2019-2020 school year under a recommendation being considered by the district’s Board of Education on Thursday.
Commissioner Adrian Garcia Initiates Planning and Design of the First Texas Roadway Project to Seek Envision® Verification
The Office of Commissioner Garcia and Harris County Engineering Department affirms their commitment to deliver sustainable infrastructure that enhances the economic, social, and environmental conditions in Precinct 2
Full Frame The Literacy Through Photography Fundraising Luncheon
FotoFest invites you to join a lively event benefiting Houston-area students at Full Frame, the annual fundraising luncheon for the Literacy Through Photography Learning Program.
Architectural Gem Restored in Houston's Historic's Fifth Ward
Camilo Parra, principal of Parra Design Group headquartered in Houston’s Fifth Ward, discovered a neglected, yet distinctive home in the neighborhood at 2316 Harlem Street. Parra felt the structure embraced Usonian ideals championed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The …
