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East End Street Fest: A Celebration of Mexican and Chicano Art & Culture in East End Houston

The East End Improvement Corporation (501c3) and the East End Houston Cultural District proudly invite the Houston community to the 2022 East End Street Fest on Saturday, May 7, from 12:00 pm until 6:00 pm on the award-winning Esplanade on Navigation Boulevard. Admission is free.

Celebrating 155 Years of Faith, Justice, and Innovation at Johnson C. Smith Theological Seminary

Special Events will be held throughout 2022 for learning partners, alumni, course facilitators, and supporters as the JCSTS platform continues to pave education possibilities for leaders in their communities, congregations, and circles of influence.

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East End Street Fest: A Celebration of Mexican and Chicano Art & Culture in East End Houston

The East End Improvement Corporation (501c3) and the East End Houston Cultural District proudly invite the Houston community to the 2022 East End Street Fest on Saturday, May 7, from 12:00 pm until 6:00 pm on the award-winning Esplanade on Navigation Boulevard. Admission is free.

Hosea Helps Creates Food Distribution Program to Meet Higher Cost of Food

The historical non-profit distributes fresh food and PPE supplies to families in need

The national nonprofit organization, Hosea Helps, has answered the call of many Americans suffering from lack of food and resources due to the increasing costs across the nation. As a result of inflation in prices for food, gas and necessary household products, many Americans are beginning to suffer in silence. The cost of food in the United States increased by 7.9 percent year-on-year in February of 2022. It is the highest food inflation since July of 1981.

Dove Men+Care Launches #CelebrateBlackDads to Amplify the Voices of Black Fathers on Social Media

In partnership with The Dad Gang, this Father's Day, Dove Men+Care continues its commitment to changing how the world sees Black men and fatherhood

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Houston First Corp. to Host Official March Madness Watch Party

Guests are invited to view the University of Houston Cougars’ matchup against the UAB Blazers

Sports fans are invited to cheer on the University of Houston (UH) Cougars as Houston First Corp. and UH will host an official March Madness watch party at Avenida Houston on Friday, March 18 at 8:20 p.m.

Benchmark Releases First Sustainability Report Highlighting its Environmental, Social and Governance Priorities and Actions

Demonstrates Benchmark's Commitment to Sustainability as a Strategic and Operational Imperative

Benchmark Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: BHE), a global provider of engineering, design, and manufacturing services, today released its first Sustainability Report, which it will publish on an annual basis. The newly announced report now available on the company's website, outlines Benchmark's environmental, social and governance (ESG) efforts and includes specific achievements across the global organization.

The Ensemble Theatre celebrates its 45th Anniversary Season with “Single Black Female”

The Ensemble Theatre continues its 45th Anniversary Season with the production of Single Black Female by Lisa B. Thompson. The Theatre welcomes back who was last seen in The Lawsons: A Civil Rights Love Story.

Children’s Museum Houston channels the force with intergalactic appearances Saturday, Nov. 20, beginning at 10 a.m.

Sponsored by H-E-B In partnership with Causeplay Alliance Project

No need to wait until Thanksgiving to celebrate this November! Embrace your inner-Wookiee and commemorate Star Wars “Life Day” at Children’s Museum Houston. But if you’re not familiar with “Life Day,” fear not. “Life Day” debuted in 1978’s Star Wars Holiday Special; like many Earth holidays,

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Jekalyn Carr Returns To Host The Annual Stellar Tribute To The Holidays Special

Kierra Sheard Kelly, Mali Music, Charles Jenkins, Natalie Grant, Kelontae Gavin, Evvie Mckinney, Leon Timbo, Mark Kibble, Brandon Camphor And One Way Set To Perform

The holiday special is currently airing in National Broadcast Syndication through December 31, 2021 and will air on Bounce TV on December 25, 2021 at 1PM EST

Perry Homes Announces New Section of Homes in Jordan Ranch

Homebuilder Adds 40-foot Homesites to Current Offerings

Texas-based homebuilder Perry Homes has opened for sales in a new section in Jordan Ranch, a master-planned community by Johnson Development Corporation in Brookshire. The new section includes 40-foot homesites, with prices starting from the low $300,000s.

Texas HHS Urges Long-Term Care Facilities to Update Their Hurricane, Emergency Preparedness Plans

Staff Training, Preparedness and Response Plans Key to Resident Safety, Well-Being

Texas Health and Human Services is urging long-term care providers to prepare for natural disasters ahead of an active hurricane season forecasted by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Providers across the state should review their emergency preparedness and response plans and update them as needed.

Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Additional Food Benefits For Texas WIC Families This Summer

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) today announced a temporary increase in food benefits for families participating in the Texas Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) through September 2021. This temporary increase specifically covers the purchase of fruits and vegetables.

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Adult Education and MAREK Transform Careers with ESL Classes and Tech Boost

Students in HCDE’s Adult Education program got a tech and language boost last week thanks to partnerships with MAREK Construction, the Harris County Public Library, and T-Mobile.

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Award-winning Apple Original Film “Killers of the Flower Moon,” from Martin Scorsese, to premiere globally on Apple TV+ on January 12, 2024

Following its widely acclaimed and award-winning global theatrical run, Apple Original Films today announced that Martin Scorsese's Critics Choice and Golden Globe Award-nominated feature, “Killers of the Flower Moon,” will be available to stream globally on Apple TV+ beginning Friday, January 12.

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Concert Experience ‘He Rules The World’ Debuts with Kevin Sorbo & David Gaschen in Austin, Texas

Just in time for the holidays, a new, contemporary production of the Nativity story—He Rules The World—premiered early in December 2022 to entertain audiences in Austin, Texas with Broadway talent through song, narration, and imagery at the Dell Theatre. He Rules The World is a captivating live-concert and video experience that celebrates the true meaning of Christmas. The show features animations by Wonderstory and performances by internationally acclaimed talent, including vocalist David Gaschen (The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway), Narrator Kevin Sorbo (Hercules, God’s Not Dead), and more.

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Wicked Returns to Houston at the Hobby Center - May 31 - July 2, 2023

WICKED, Houston’s most popular musical, will return to the Hobby Center May 31 – July 2, 2023 as part of the Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center 2022-2023 Season. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Friday, December 9 at 10AM.

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Congressional Candidate Amanda Edwards Raises Over $1 Million in Less than 4 Months as the Clear Frontrunner in the TX 18th Congressional District Race

Congressional Candidate Amanda Edwards has raised over $1 million in less than 4 months, a substantial sum that helps bolster the frontrunner status of the former At-Large Houston City Council Member in her bid for U.S. Congress.

Texas Renaissance Festival Barbarian Invasion & Color Run

5k color run to kick off the weekend while recognizing deaf awareness with ASL interpreters

Calling all brutes and boors! The Texas Renaissance Festival is thrilled to host a Barbarian Invasion themed weekend Saturday, Nov. 13 and Sunday, Nov. 14, as the festival season continues. The kingdom is also proud to welcome back certified interpreters to provide quality interpreting service and access for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community this weekend. Translators will be paired with Practicum Interns for shows, performances and demos throughout the faire.

AIDS Foundation Houston announces World AIDS Day 2021, Presented by Chevron

The Virtual Commemoration will include remarks from Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, surprise performances, award presentations and more

AIDS Foundation Houston, Inc. (AFH) will host their annual World AIDS Day event as a Virtual Experience on Wednesday, December 1, 2021. Emceed live by Houston Public Media’s Ernie Manouse, the fundraiser will support AFH in its mission to end the HIV epidemic in the greater Houston area and will showcase its vision of a community where HIV is stigma-free and rare, and people have equitable access to care.