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Houston Versus Philadelphia: Theatre Edition
Houston’s Alley Theatre and Philadelphia’s Walnut Street Theatre Square Off in World Series Bet
The Tony Award®-winning Alley Theatre Managing Director Dean Gladden has bet President & Producing Artistic Director Bernard Havard of Philadelphia’s Walnut Street Theatre that Houston will win the World Series. The loser of the bet will display the other theatre’s costume in their lobby. Gladden and Havard have known each other for over 30 years but their relationship has taken on new meaning with the Houston Astros facing the Philadelphia Phillies in the World Series. So, they decided to place a theatre bet.
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Successful Gun Buyback Collects More Than 700 Firearms
THe One Safe Houston Gun Buyback collected more than 700 firearms and distributed nearly $100,000 in gift cards by 5 p.m. Saturday, July 30.
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The Houston Health Department observes World AIDS Day to remember lives lost
Free testing offered at all department health centers
The Houston Health Department (HHD) joins the world on December 1 in remembering the millions of lives lost to AIDS. The department urges awareness, education and testing to help prevent the spread of HIV in Houston communities.
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Dance Theatre of Harlem Comes to Fort Bend
The Edison Arts Foundation in partnership with Performing Arts Houston is excited to welcome the legendary and world renown Dance Theatre of Harlem, along with their Artistic Director, Ms. Virginia Johnson to Missouri City on Wednesday, December 7, 2022.
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Superintendent House honored by Houston Area Urban League for Black Excellence in Education
Superintendent Millard House II was presented the Black Excellence in Education Award at the Equal Opportunity Day Gala hosted by the Houston Area Urban League for his outstanding contributions in edu
The Houston Area Urban League’s coveted 54th annual Equal Opportunity Day Gala awarded HISD’s Superintendent, Millard House II with this year’s Black Excellence award in Education. This year’s theme “Celebrating Black Excellence” paid recognition to House and other community leaders for making strides to enable black people and marginalized communities to secure economic self-reliance, parity, power, and civil rights. House was selected for this special honor due to his career achievements and service to the community making exceptional educational advancements since beginning his time with the district in 2021.
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A New Era Begins As The Houston Astros Open Their 2022 Season Against The Angels
Although Major League Baseball had its 2022 Spring Training delayed due to a lockout dispute between the owners and players, the time has finally come for baseball fans, more importantly, Houston Astros fans, to hear those three beautiful words that are music to their ears. "Let's Play Ball!"
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HOUSTON SYMPHONY SCREENS STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI WITH ORCHESTRA PERFORMING JOHN WILLIAMS’ ICONIC SCORE LIVE
he Houston Symphony brings audiences along on a journey to a galaxy far, far away with the final chapter of the original Star Wars trilogy, Star Wars: Episode VI —Return of the Jedi, screening as part of the Bank of America POPS series at Jones Hall March 4-7, 2022.
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Mayor Turner Releases City Permits Related to AstroWorld Fest
In the interest of transparency and amid great public interest, Mayor Sylvester Turner has released all permits filed with the City related to this Nov. 5, 2021 Astroworld Fest incident where eight people died and hundreds more were injured.
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Astros Ace Should Change His Name To, “Zack Greinke, M.D.”
I think that Houston Astros starting pitcher Zack Greinke needs to add M.D. to the end of his name this season as he has had to operate from the mound in order to save the bullpen. Greinke pitched eight brilliant innings as the Houston Astros (28-24) was able to salvage the last game of the three-game series against the San Diego Padres (34-20) with a 7-4 victory.
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Grand Opening: Albert and Ethel Herzstein Gallery for Judaica at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, on Dec. 3
Experience the unveiling of the Albert and Ethel Herzstein Gallery for Judaica at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, a permanent showcase of art embodying the rich religious practices of Jewish communities worldwide, with the inaugural installation opening in December.
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PUMPKINS: Revitalize Houston's Earth – The 3rd Annual Pumpkin Compost Drop-Off
Halloween is just around the corner, which means pumpkins aplenty! From festive jack-o-lanterns to scrumptious pumpkin pies, these gourds are synonymous with the season. But once the celebrations are over, what do you do with your used pumpkins? The answer: Turn them into gold for the earth!
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Texans Must Contain Rams Disruptor Aaron Donald
If the saying, “Life comes at you fast” was a team in the NFL, it would be the Houston Texans. One week after facing the Arizona Cardinals, Houston's next opponent, the Los Angeles Rams are just as dangerous on both sides of the ball. The Texans' 31-5 defeat to Arizona revealed that Houston's inefficiency to move the ball and sustain drives is a huge problem that will not get fixed this week against Los Angeles.
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Texas Southern University Launches Center for Transformative Health in Partnership with the City of Houston
Texas Southern University has launched the Center for Transformative Health (CTH), an initiative to reconstruct, strengthen and enhance the conditions that promote health through research, community engagement and education.
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AAMA to Host Inaugural 'Te AAMA' Galentine's Day Fundraising Luncheon
The Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans (AAMA) is proud to announce its inaugural 'Te AAMA' Galentine's Day Fundraiser Luncheon, scheduled for Monday, February 12th, 2024. This exciting event aims to support AAMA's ongoing efforts in providing essential programs and services to the community. Hosted at the prestigious Junior League of Houston, located at 1811 Briar Oaks Ln, Houston, Texas 77027, the luncheon will run from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., featuring a captivating program, silent auction, door prizes, and networking opportunities.
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Houston Housing Authority's Bold and Transformative Heat Relief Initiative: Ensuring A/C Access for All Residents in HHA Affordable Housing Properties
With scorching summer temperatures reaching unprecedented levels of over 100 degrees, Houston is facing the hottest summer ever recorded. The effects of climate change make life without air conditioning not only unbearable but also perilous. In response to this urgent call for action, The Houston Housing Authority (HHA), under new leadership, has taken a historical step forward by introducing the Heat Relief Initiative. This unprecedented program provides air conditioning for every resident living in HHA public housing properties.
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Inaugural Latina Entrepreneurship Day Conference Announced in Houston
The Latina Entrepreneurship One-Day Conference will take place on Friday, October 13, 2023 at the Iconic Hermann Park’s Lott Hall
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston receives awards from Boys & Girls Clubs of America at Southwest Leadership Conference in Dallas
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH) has been honored with three prestigious awards from Boys & Girls Clubs of America during the recent Southwest Leadership Conference held in Dallas Aug. 22 – Aug. 25. BGCGH was recognized for its outstanding contributions to the larger organization and for its commitment to empowering and enhancing the lives of young individuals in the Houston-area community.
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Join the 2024 Houston Walk for 1 in 100 to Support Congenital Heart Disease Research
Get ready to lace up your sneakers and join the Adult Congenital Heart Association (ACHA) for the 2024 Houston Walk for 1 in 100. This family-friendly event, scheduled for Saturday, April 27 at Memorial Park Conservancy, aims to raise vital funds for congenital heart disease (CHD) research, outreach programs, and patient advocacy efforts. With a fundraising goal of $35,000, every step you take and every dollar you raise will make a difference in the lives of those affected by CHD.
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Give Back To Deserving Families in Houston This Holiday Season With ‘Color Box’
CoolxDad’s Annual Gift-Giving Project Returns
This year’s annual Color Box initiative – a donation-based holiday gift drive powered by the nonprofit organization CoolxDad – will take place November 1 to 30, 2022. CoolxDad encourages businesses and individuals throughout the Houston area to donate Christmas presents to underserved kids in the Project Row Houses community. A number of businesses will host drop-off sites for donations. CoolxDad is specifically asking for kids’ toys, electronics, and new clothing (all sizes) with a value of up to $75.00. Color Box will feature a series of events this year, includinga kick-off ceremony, a gift-wrapping event, and a fundraiser, with all funds to go toward future initiatives.
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Dynasty! The Houston Astros Capture Their Second World Series Title With Game 6 Win
The fans of the Seattle Mariners (American League Division Series), New York Yankees (American League Championship Series), and Philadelphia Phillies (World Series) all had a mantra before facing the Houston Astros this postseason: “WE WANT HOUSTON”.
