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Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs Awards $69,800 to projects promoting Neighborhood Cultural Destinations and Resilience Awareness
The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) announces the first grants through the newly designed City’s Initiative (CI) grant program. The seven inaugural awards will support cultural activations in neighborhoods and strengthen community resilience.
Embracing Earth Month: Celebrating Wanjiku "Wawa" Gatheru's Environmental Advocacy
April in Houston marks not only the bloom of bluebonnets but also Earth Month, a time when we turn our eyes to the guardians of our planet. Among these champions is Wanjiku "Wawa" Gatheru, an inspiring figurehead in the fight for environmental justice. As Earth Day approaches on April 22nd, Houston Style Magazine shines a spotlight on Gatheru's remarkable contributions.
Kroger and the Houston Food Bank Prepare to Distribute Groceries in Partnership with James Harden’s Non-Profit, 3 The Harden Way
Last week, James Harden and his non-profit 3 The Harden Way, the Kroger Company (NYSE: KR) and the Houston Food Bank announced their partnership to provide groceries to thousands of local families in need.
Focus on Collaboration and the Future of Global Energy Takes Centerstage During Day Two of the Houston - African Energy Summit
Mayor Sylvester Turner and the Mayor's Office of Trade and International Affairs (MOTIA) in collaboration with the Greater Houston Partnership, are pleased to host the Plenary Session of the Houston-Africa Energy Summit. Today's session includes the Presidential Panel Discussion with remarks from the His Excellency Mohamed Bazoum, President of the Republic of Niger, Mayor Turner and other local and international dignitaries.
Texas Southern University Board of Regents Appoints Interim President
Dr. Mary Evans Sias, Higher Ed Thought Leader and Experienced University President, Named for Role
Members of the Texas Southern University Board of Regents have unanimously appointed Mary Evans Sias, Ph.D. to assume the role of interim president. Dr. Sias, a member of the TSU Board of Regents and appointed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott in October 2020, has resigned from her board role during this interim period. The role will become effective June 30th. The Acting Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Dakota Doman, will remain in place until the beginning of the interim presidency term.
Houston First Corp. Launches First-Ever Theater Week
Performing arts lovers will have access to exclusive deals and discounts
The first annual Houston Theater Week is the largest consumer promotion celebrating live theater and performing arts in Houston’s history. For one week only, August 22-29, 2022, theater enthusiasts and novices alike can take advantage of exclusive Buy One, Get One FREE tickets on 77 exciting and diverse shows.
Wine & Food Week returns to The Woodlands June 5-11, 2023
Wine + Food = Art. Indulge in a week of epicurean masterpieces.
The beloved week-long Wine & Food Week returns June 5- 11 with Wine + Food = Art to celebrate the creativity and passion found in the heart of the wine and food industry. Featuring hundreds of wines, scores of celebrity guests, and a list of fresh culinary faces, get ready to raise a glass to an epicurean masterpiece which for 19 years remains one of the best wine and food events in the region. For wine and food lovers, this is the not to be missed event.
68th Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade to Be Led By Native Houstonian and Grey's Anatomy Star Chandra Wilson
Thursday, November 23rd at 9 a.m.
Mayor Sylvester Turner, along with grand marshal Grey’s Anatomy star Chandra Wilson, will jump-start the 2017 holiday season with the 68th annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade Thursday, November 23rd at 9 a.m. Wilson is a native Houstonian and graduate of Houston’s High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. She is a strong supporter of HSPVA, through her scholarship program, and an advocate for the City of Houston.
MFAH and Community Partners Unveil 'Black Art Houston': A Weekend Extravaganza of Culture and Creativity
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH), in collaboration with community partners, presents the annual Black Art Houston event.
Avenida Houston to Add New Restaurant Concept, Major Exhibition Planned
Six months after its initial debut, the downtown district known as Avenida Houston continues to expand with the announcement of a new restaurant and entertainment concept and upcoming attractions.
Mayor Turner Names Houston’s Third Poet Laureate, Second Youth Poet Laureate
As part of National Poetry Month, Mayor Sylvester Turner announced the selections of Deborah Mouton - an internationally-known poet, singer, actress, photographer, wife and mother - as Houston’s third Poet Laureate and Fareena Arefeen as the city’s second Youth Poet Laureate.
Houston Make List Of Best Places to Live In America
The U.S. News and World Report lists ten Texas cities among the 125 best places to live in America. For the second year in a row, Austin tops the list. San Antonio comes in at number 14, followed by DFW at number 18 and the Houston area at number 26. Houston was ranked at #20 last year.
SoundExchange, Texas Music Office, and Visit Houston Offer Tutorial on Music Royalties in Houston-Based “SoundExchange Session”
SoundExchange will join the Texas Music Office and Visit Houston to provide a tutorial on how artists, producers, engineers, and other creative participants can maximize their digital radio royalties. The tutorial will be followed by a Q&A session for attendees to ask questions related to their SoundExchange account.
Save the Date: Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin to Host CIP Town Hall Meeting for Clear Lake/Southeast Houston Residents
City of Houston Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin will host a Capital Improvement Project (CIP) Town Hall meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 6:30 p.m., in the Special Events Building at Space Center Houston, 1601 NASA Parkway, Houston, TX 77058.
Seasonal Getaways With Hyatt Hotels
Get ready for Fall travel with these three Texas hotels & resorts.
Musaafer Partners with Bayou City Hemp and 8th Wonder Cannabis for Premier THC Dinner
The Renowned Indian Restaurant will host guests for THC-Infused Fine Dining and Cocktails in Collaboration with Largest Texas THC Manifacturer
Musaafer, the sophisticated eatery in the Galleria that spotlights high-concept Indian dishes, will host a dinner that is the first of its kind in Houston. A THC dining series, aptly titled “High Society,” will debut its first of four dinner experiences on January 18, 2024. The event is made possible through a partnership with Bayou City Hemp, the Houston-based company that offers the best and most reliable cannabis products to the market through a commitment to innovation, expertise and collaboration with their partners, and its recently acquired company, 8th Wonder Brewery, Distillery, & Cannabis.
Empowering Tomorrow’s Financial Leaders: Study Reveals $98,000 Per-Student Benefit from HS Personal Finance Course in Texas
Tyton Partners, in collaboration with Next Gen Personal Finance, has unveiled groundbreaking findings from their latest study titled “Investing in Tomorrow: Lifetime Value of Financial Education in High School.” The study's results underscore the critical importance of incorporating personal finance education into high school curricula, revealing a significant lifetime benefit of approximately $98,000 per student in Texas.
It’s the Final Mural and Final Chance to Take the Census
Yes! to Census 2020 Mural in the Second Ward Depicts a Strong Cultural Bond of Today and Yesterday
The deadline to respond to the Census 2020 is less than a month away. Now more than ever it is important for Houstonians to unite for the good of their community. The census-dedicated Second Ward mural depicts the historic cultural bond the East End community members share between the past and present. With cultural ties visually reinforced through the artwork, the Yes! to Census 2020 campaign hopes to remind all to respond before it is too late.
Poder Hispano Hispanic Heritage Month Event at Houston Botanic Garden to Celebrate Houston's Diverse and Growing Latino Community
On Saturday, October 8, 2022, Houston Botanic Garden will host the first annual Poder Hispano Hispanic Heritage Month event celebrating Houston’s diverse and growing Latino community. The full-day event is family friendly and open to the public, and will feature fun activities, access to the Houston Botanic grounds, as well as interactive booths hosted by local organizations and small business vendors.
Mayor Sylvester Turner Releases 2 Year Update For Resilient Houston And The Climate Action Plan
To celebrate the two-year anniversaries of both the Resilient Houston strategy (released February 2020) and Climate Action Plan (released April 2020), the City of Houston has released a two-year, combined update and a new digital interface to track progress on ongoing initiatives.
