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First Sculpture of a Latina in the City of Houston Coming to the Center for Pursuit's New Campus
The Zenteno Sculpture Project, depicting Houston singer and songwriter Norma Zenteno, will be placed on the new campus of The Center for Pursuit, 4400 Harrisburg Blvd., in East End Houston. A formal presentation of the sculpture by Houston-based artist and sculptor Bridgette Mongeon, along with a performance by Zenteno Spirit, is set for Saturday, March 19 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. The event is free and open to the public.
The Spot EaDo Launches Weekly Live Music Events and New Happy Hour This Thursday
The Spot EaDo, the trendy new franchise from the owners of the Third Ward staple The Spot Lounge and Bar, is launching a new weekly live music series and Happy Hour on Thursdays called “Houston Live at The Spot EaDo” beginning January 6, 2022!
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Commemorates the 49th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing
Jackson Lee— “I believe space exploration remains part of our national destiny, and I am working in Congress to ensure that the future of NASA is one of continued progress. Today is a reminder that space exploration and research done at NASA will inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers, and will provide the technological advances needed to keep America’s economy strong.”
Former Houston Rocket Calvin Murphy will Conduct Basketball Clinic Before 225 Boys and Girls Compete in 2-Day Street Olympics Basketball Tournament
3-on-3 Basketball Championship Tournament Designed to Instill Teamwork, Leadership and Confidence
Calvin Murphy, retired Houston Rockets and a Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer, will conduct a basketball clinic before about 225 Houston-area boys and girls – ages 7 to 17 – hoop it up at the annual Harris County Street Olympics Summer Games 3-on-3 Basketball Championship Tournament. The two-day, single-elimination tourney at Fonde Recreation Center, operated by the Houston Parks and Recreation Department, features youth from recreation centers that participate in the nonprofit Street Olympics events.
Imperial Calcasieu Museum Announces New Staff Members
Imperial Calcasieu Museum (204 W. Sallier St., Lake Charles) is proud to announce the joining of Stefan Borssen as Executive Director and Jobi Arceneaux-Caldarera as Director’s Assistant.
Ford Announces Greater Houston Area Winners of the Ford Freedom Unsung Heroes of Harvey Awards
Ford Motor Company will present twenty-five winners of the Ford Freedom Unsung Heroes of Harvey award, celebrating individuals who have made significant contributions to their community during the hurricane relief efforts. Honorees are being recognized for their outstanding achievements at a special reception in their honor that takes place at the Bell Tower in Houston.
Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Statement on Trump Administration’s Decision to End the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Program
The following statement is issued on behalf of the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in response to the Trump administration’s decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program:
Houston Chamber Choir presents American premiere of Circlesong by British composer Bob Chilcott Feb. 22 and Feb. 23
The Grammy award winning Houston Chamber Choir welcomes renowned British composer Bob Chilcott for the American premiere of his newly revised Circlesong, a complete life cycle based on indigenous writings. Set for adult and youth choirs and percussion ensemble, each movement expresses a unique facet of the love and loss that was the Native American experience as our nation expanded westward.
The Alley is Houston’s theatre and we stand with the people of Houston
The Alley is Houston's theatre and we stand with the people of Houston, especially with the Black community, during this heartbreaking and challenging time.
Beto O’Rourke’s Election Night Watch Party | Houston
Over 2,000 supporters expected for O’Rourke’s Houston area watch party.
HPD Chief Acevedo Warns of Holiday Grinch, Releases Surveillance Video of Wanted Suspect
Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo, in partnership with retailers throughout the Houston area, has released surveillance video of a wanted suspect dubbed “The Grinch”.
Award-Winning Slam Poet Finds Inspiration on METRO
When Marie Brown's car was totaled in an accident she turned to METRO. Two years later, she is a proud transit rider and credits riding METRO with inspiring her prose.
Highest Criminal Court in Texas issues warrant for Harris County career criminal released on $500 bail
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, the state’s highest criminal court, took the rare step on Friday of issuing an arrest warrant for a Houston fugitive and setting his bail at $100,000 after hearing that he was released on a $500 bail by a Harris County magistrate
Volunteers needed to install 800 free smoke alarms during Red Cross Sound the Alarm event in the 5th Ward
Register at www.redcross.org/STAtxgulfcoast to volunteer on February 25
Houston Texans Announce 2017 Preseason Opponents
The Houston Texans announced their opponents for the 2017 preseason today, which features a matchup against the defending Super Bowl Champion New England Patriots at NRG Stadium. The exact dates and times for the games will be released at a later date.
200 Houston children to celebrate the holidays at the 4rd Annual Year of Joy Holiday Ice Skating Party
Some 200 children from Houston’s Third Ward and surrounding areas will enjoy holiday fun on ice for the 4nd annual Year Of Joy Holiday Ice Skating Party at the ICE powered by Green Mountain Energy at Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney, 4-6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9. The event is being held in partnership with Discovery Green and will include students from Peck, Lockhart and Blackshear Elementary Schools, Hype Freedom School powered by My Brother’s Keeper Houston, Southside Community Center and Madison High School.
Teach For America Houston Provides Tips for How Students Can Relax and Recharge During Spring Break
In just a few days, kids from all over the Greater Houston area will receive a reprieve from the classroom and head into Spring Break. This is the ideal time for students to exhale and recharge before finishing out the school year.
Houston Chronicle Article Inspires Local Entertainment Company to Highlight Up and Coming African American Artists in Houston
Eternal Light Entertainment, (ELE) Presents Roho Ya Msanii, the Soul of Artist Series
In conjunction with inspiration from an article written by Monique Welch in the Houston Chronicle aptly titled ”6 Black Artists you need to know who are part of Houston’s booming art scene”, Reginald Stewart, founder, and CEO of Eternal Light Entertainment, (ELE) created Roho Ya Msanii, the Soul of the Artist Series to present four of the Artist mentioned in Welch’s article to the community from March 10th to April 24th at the Agora Haus, a private upscale location in The Heights pro bono.
Turner discusses Houston's new transportation paradigm
Mayor Sylvester Turner discusses the mobility paradigm shift during his administration
Mayor Sylvester Turner delivered his eighth and final "State of Mobility" speech today in front of a sold-out crowd at the annual Transportation Advocacy Group (TAG) luncheon. The mayor showcased Houston as a safe, pedestrian-friendly, multimodal transportation city well-positioned for the future.
Houston AutoBoative Show Returns to NRG Center, January 24-28, 2024, Where the Water Meets the Road
Prepare for an exhilarating automotive and boating extravaganza as the Houston AutoBoative Show triumphantly returns to the NRG Center from January 24 to 28, 2024. This year, the events celebrate the third year of combining the Houston Auto Show and the Houston Boat Show, delivering two incredible events for the price of one!
