The Ensemble Theatre presents a compelling stage adaptation of Toni Morrison’s The Bluest Eye, bringing the landmark novel’s exploration of race, identity, and self-worth to Houston audiences during its 49th season.

Alley Theatre in Houston presents English, a witty and moving play by Sanaz Toossi about five Iranians learning English. Performances run February 13–March 8 in the Neuhaus Theatre.

METRO rail operator Art Belton has safely logged more than one million incident-free miles over a four-decade career, exemplifying the quiet dedication and professionalism that keep Houston moving.

At age 45, Houston grandmother Roshell Brisby returned to college through HCC’s Houston Reconnect Scholarship, proving it’s never too late to finish your degree and pursue bigger dreams.

The historic MLK Unity Parade returns to Downtown Houston on January 19, 2026, uniting generations, cultures, and communities in a powerful celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and Houston’s enduring commitment to unity.

Harris Health hosted a transparent community town hall in Precinct 2 to discuss the proposed Ben Taub Hospital expansion, inviting public input on a plan aimed at strengthening Houston’s public healthcare system while balancing growth and preservation.

DACAMERA’s Rising Jazz Stars series brings trumpeter Brandon Woody and his band Upendo to Houston’s historic Eldorado Ballroom for an intimate, choose-what-you-pay jazz performance on January 11, blending world-class talent with deep cultural roots.

Wags and Whiskers 2026 brings Houston’s furriest superheroes to the runway to support IM Houston’s Animeals program for homebound seniors and their pets.

Honest Mary’s opens its first Houston location in River Oaks with a grand opening celebration featuring complimentary grain bowls, live music, and giveaways.

Meow Wolf Houston joins Museums for All, offering $5 admission to EBT cardholders to make immersive art accessible to local families.

The “We Are One” MLK Day of Service invites the Houston-area community to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through a donation drive supporting young mothers and individuals experiencing homelessness.

The Houston Symphony brings the wizarding world to life June 26–27, 2026, with a live orchestral performance of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix while the film plays on a giant screen at Jones Hall.

Tennessee Titans quarterback and Brazoria County native Cam Ward is auctioning his signed, game-worn “My Cause My Cleats” to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Brazoria County, with proceeds supporting more than 1,000 local youth.

From luxe prix fixe dinners to late-night neighborhood toasts, Houston restaurants and lounges are pulling out all the stops for New Year’s Eve 2026.

Houston ISD students took center stage at Space Center Houston, showcasing innovative STEM designs developed alongside NASA engineers through an eight-week program led by the Cactus Jack Foundation. The final showcase celebrated student creativity, real-world problem solving, and the future …