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Older adults to party at “Senior Prom” hosted by Houston Health Department’s Congregate Meal Program
More than 150 Houston area seniors will dust off their dancing shoes and dress in their dazzle for a day of music, dancing, mingling and fun at the “Golden Time of Day Senior Prom,” hosted by the Houston Health Department’s Congregate Meal Program.
Houston Developer, Roberto Contreras, Heads Home for First Local Hotel Project
Meet Roberto Contreras, a visionary Developer and CEO of Texas-based DC Partners, making waves in his hometown with the unveiling of Thompson Houston, the city’s newest and most stylish hotel in February 2024.
Parks Soccer for Success Program Receives $175,000 U.S. Soccer Foundation Grant
1,500 Youth to Benefit from Youth Development Program
The U.S. Soccer Foundation (The Foundation) recently awarded a $175,000 grant to the Houston Parks and Recreation Department’s Soccer for Success program. Funds will be used to provide field equipment and player kits to 1,500 participants and provide for instruction and implementation of the program. The program is available to youth ages 6 – 14 at 24 school and park sites and one Boys and Girls Club location.
Houston Hands Off Super Bowl Duties To Minnesota
Houston received glowing reviews Monday morning for a Super Bowl week that no one will ever forget, while the clock began ticking toward the 2018 Super Bowl in Minnesota.
Lisa Gagnon Named Executive Director of Marketing, Public Relations and Presentations at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Former vice president of marketing for the Houston Super Bowl Host Committee, Lisa Gagnon, was named an executive director at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
New Avenida Houston Welcome Center, a Gateway to the City
The most recent addition to Avenida Houston convention and entertainment campus is the long-awaited Welcome Center which features three distinct experiences: the city’s official Welcome Center; Launch, a retail outlet; and Avenida Eats, a grab-and-go eatery. Located inside the George R. Brown Convention Center, the new Welcome Center is accessible from the building or the outside plaza. The Welcome Center celebrates its grand opening Friday, July 26, 2019.
Urban South Brewery Brings a Bit of New Orleans Flavor to Houston
Craft brewery introduces fan-favorite beers from flagship location to Houston market
Urban South Brewery is no stranger to the deep cultural connection between Houston and New Orleans. The craft brewery’s Houston location has introduced several flagship beers to the Houston market that are regular fan-favorites from the brewery’s founding location in New Orleans. As of this month, Holy Roller, Lime Cucumber Gose and Paradise Park are all available on draft and in cans at Urban South - HTX – three of Urban South’s foundational year-round brews in New Orleans.
$5 Million in ARPA Funding Invested in Arts and Cultural Organizations
Four months following approval by Houston City Council, 62 Houston Arts & Cultural organizations from across the City learned that their requested funding, up to $100,000, was approved. The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) was able to accomplish this effort in collaboration with Mid-America Arts Alliance, a trusted partner with a track record of helping the city efficiently distribute federal funds within the creative economy.
City of Houston to Activate Emergency Operations Center as Severe Weather is Expected.
City of Houston Residents Urged to Be Vigilant, Prepare for Storms
The City of Houston Office of Emergency Management (OEM) will activate the City's Emergency Operations Center to Level III (Increased Readiness) at 8:00 a.m. this morning as severe weather is expected to begin impacting the City.
Lights On Afterschool! Celebrations Planned Downtown Houston Oct. 25 Spotlight Critical Need for Afterschool
Afterschool organizations throughout greater Harris County align to put afterschool in the spotlight with a morning rally at Houston City Hall’s Legacy Room. In the evening, Harris County Department of Education’s CASE for Kids hosts an evening folk concert with the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts and Musiqa.
2018 Fade To Black Play Festival Winners:
Shabach Enterprise's groundbreaking play festival, Fade To Black, returns for its 6th season of short plays. Fade To Black is Houston's first and only play festival to showcase the new works of African-American playwrights!
City of Houston to award five scholarships to area High School Students in honor of Public Service Recognition Week
The City of Houston will award five scholarships to area high school students during the 26th Annual City of Houston Public Service Recognition Week Essay Contest award ceremony.
Mouth Bar Removal Starting This Week
Mayor Pro Tem Martin would like to make District E residents aware the City of Houston has issued a Notice To Proceed (NTP) for debris removal services, specifically large silt deposits at the confluence of the West Fork of the San Jacinto River and Lake Houston, commonly referred to as the "mouth bar".
35th Houston Auto Show Brings Biggest Vehicle Names to Clutch City
Jan. 24-28, 2018 at NRG Center
Texans don’t play it small, and neither is the Houston Auto Show in celebrating its 35th anniversary. More than 700 of the latest model year imports and domestic vehicles will cover the entire 700,000 square feet of the NRG Center January 24-28, 2018. Experience the anticipation of concept cars, the nostalgia of classics and ultra-luxuries, and test drive nearly 80 different vehicle models.
Ronald McDonald House Houston Hosts 13th Annual Trafigura Run for the House
All donations directly benefit Ronald McDonald House Houston, a loving home away from home
Ronald McDonald House Houston hosts the 13th annual Trafigura Run, a fun and festive race for people of all ages on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at Sam Houston Park. 100% of proceeds directly benefit Ronald McDonald House Houston, a loving home away from home for families with seriously ill children being treated in the Texas Medical Center. Every dollar raised up to $185,000 will be generously matched by the Trafigura Foundation.
Performing Arts Houston Announces New/Now Commissioning Project Winners
Advancing a project spotlighting and supporting working Houston artists, Performing Arts Houston announces the winners of the second annual New/Now: The Houston Artist Commissioning Project. The four winners, reflecting the diversity of arts in our city, represent a wide range of artistic genres, creative voices, and cultural backgrounds:
Black Lives Matter March Draws More Than 100 to Downtown Houston
Shouts of “Black Lives Matter!” echoed down Houston streets during a spirited solidarity march ending outside City Hall.
Midtown Property Where Beyonce's Career Was Launched Sold to BMW Dealer
The Houston Chronicle reports the Houston property housing the studio where Houston-born superstars Beyoncé and her sister Solange once recorded has been sold to a realty group associated with car dealer chain Group 1 Automotive.
New Channel Featuring African American Culture and Entertainment Comes to Houston
Just before the start of Black History Month, Houston will get a new channel showcasing African American culture and entertainment.
Houston Latino Filmmaker Somers Debuts ‘Rich Kids’ at Houston Latino Film Festival
Now in its third year, the Houston Latino Film Festival puts Latino culture on the big screen.
