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Niche magazine, the leading publication in the craft retail industry, has named Hanson Galleries number three nationally in the “Top 100 Retailers of American Craft” list. Hanson is the only gallery in Texas on the list. “The criteria are treating the artists with respect, paying bills on time, advertising and promoting American craft,” says Hanson owner Donna Milstein.

On September 21, Hanson marks 25 years in business with a 10 a.m.–6 p.m. reception at its Uptown Park location (1101-10 Uptown Park Blvd.; 713/984-1242, 888/99-CRAFT). There is a second Hanson Galleries store in Town & Country Mall. The website is www.hansongalleries.com

Myron Morris has opened Artworks in Rice Village (2470 Times Blvd.; 713/521-2233). The new retailer offers affordable contemporary art and gifts created by local, regional, and international artists. The many items include wall and floor art, jewelry, desk accessories, and glass and ceramic pieces. Art from Israel is a specialty at Artworks. The store website is
www.artworks-houston.com

During September, clients of 2 Girls Cleaning can choose to have 5 percent of their fee donated to one of the following organizations: Kim's Place, the recreational facility at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center established in tribute to the late Houston Comets star Kim Perrot; VH1 Save The Music; Houston SPCA; H.A.T.C.H. (Houston Area Teenage Coalition of Homosexuals); PFLAG Houston (Parents, Friends & Families of Lesbians & Gays); Bering-Omega Community Services Foundation; Human Rights Campaign.

Wynn Ann Chaney and Hillary Woest, 2 Girls Cleaning co-owners, have also announced that they now can provide ongoing weekly housekeeping services. The firm now offers a full range of interior cosmetics and cleaning services. The telephone number is 713/569-2023. The e-mail contact is cleaning_2girls@hotmail.com

Juan Guzman and Tamara Yoder, owners of the Chulo’s Ice House (512 Elgin; 713/520-5218) will marry in a private ceremony on September 21. The bride is the daughter of Charlene Adams and Dennis Yoder. The groom is the son of Anna and Bertoldo Guzman.

Paradise Guest House and G Town Guest Houses in Galveston offer special fall and winter weekend packages. With a two-night stay (double occupancy) at either venue, guests will receive complimentary tickets to their choice of the Bishop's Palace, theSeaport Museum, The Great 1900 Storm, or the 1859 Ashton Villa. The weekend will also include a welcome party at the Paradise (2317 Avenue P), continental breakfast each morning at the G Town (1301 Avenue M), and Sunday brunch at the Whistle Stop Café along with drink tickets to local bars, and discount coupons for Strand dining and shopping and for Moody Gardens. The Paradise and the G Town also offer special packages for groups and organizations with meeting rooms that accommodate up to 60 people.

For more information and reservations, call Eldrege Langinais at the Paradise Guest House at 877/919-6677 or Kip Milliron at the G Town Guest House at 866/735-2749.

Carol White has opened Greenberry’s Coffee & Tea Company at 2311 West Alabama (713/522-7005) in the Upper Kirby District. Open seven days a week, Greenberry’s serves freshly brewed coffee, tea, and specialty beverages as well as fresh scones and other bakery goods. The store also sells a variety of packaged coffees and teas, coffee cups, and serving pieces. Gift baskets are available. For its grand opening in August, Greenberry’s donated 20 percent of merchandise sales to the Kid Care food program for children.

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