Kick-off Oscars weekend with an evening of the meta, the miniscule, and the far-reaching as Musiqa celebrates experimental film and live music. “Reel Forces” examines the traces of humanity, memory, and conflict through “Beyond Zero: 1914-1918,” a moving and mesmerizing film of rare WWI archival footage by auteur-director Bill Morrison, and scored for string quartet …
Watch and listen as we build an ensemble one player at a time. In this mixtape of music of our time, encounter a world of works by emerging and established composers from Australia and Argentina to China and the United States. This program features a young artist ensemble, showcasing emerging talent in Houston, including a …
Scored for choir and six percussionists, “Mass Observation” by British-American composer Tarik O’Regan, receives its southwest premiere in this Houston Chamber Choir and MUSIQA collaboration. The work takes its title from the British social research organization, Mass-Observation, which aimed to record everyday life in the United Kingdom. It is a poignant meditation on the histories …
The Houston Design Center’s Designer Sample Sale, Houston’s highly anticipated annual summer design event, returns Thursday, August 23 through Sunday, August 26. This one-of-a-kind shopping event gathers design and decorative professionals, interior designers, architects, manufacturers and builders under one roof to offer guests unprecedented savings on antiques, art, accessories, floor samples, residential furniture, lighting, Oriental …
Put your random knowledge to the test at Tequila Trivia Night at The Bistro with our partners, Casamigos Tequila! Enjoy Thirsty Thursday specials, and the chance to win prizes and bragging rights. Your first margarita is free! Claim your free ticket on Eventbrite.
The Houston Downtown Management District (Downtown District) presents another season of Movies at Market Square Park. This popular outdoor film series features free screenings on select evenings this spring and summer. Pre-movie festivities include lawn games and a photo booth, plus guests should expect other special surprises throughout the season. On August 24, bring your …
On Saturday, August 25th The Cottonmouth Club will celebrate their patron saint of rock and roll, Robert Plant, with a big ‘ole party. His 70th birthday is on August 20th, but who wants to celebrate on a Monday? Expect great tunes and specialty cocktails in honor of Sir Robert Plant including: Two-Bit, No-Good Jive - …
Join the Houston Cinema Arts Society as it launches a new series called CineBrew, a brewery showcase that will include film screenings, short films, and the chance to socialize and mingle with friends over cold pints. Upcoming Screenings: August 25th 6pm to 9pm Eureka Heights Apollo 13 September 20th 7:30pm to 10pm 8th Wonder School …
Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church invites you to a monthly environmental education web meeting series whose theme in 2018 is Stewardship. In August, we welcome Richard Johnson, Director of Sustainability for Rice University. Richard holds a B.S. in civil engineering and a Masters in Urban & Environmental Planning. He has been working on sustainability …
Molecular Biology and Medicine 2018 provides better leading speakers, researchers, academic scientists and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and ideas about Molecular Biology and Biochemistry. It can also provide a better platform for practitioners, researchers and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, as well as practical challenges encountered …
Join Lambda Nextgen Houston, a group of LGBT young professionals, as they host their monthly networking Happy Hour at Roka Akor. Details can be found through Facebook.
Join us for Bingo Night at The Bistro! Enjoy Thirsty Thursday specials and the chance to win prizes. We'll have everything you need, all you have to do is come ready to win! Claim your free ticket on Eventbrite.
Sprouts Farmers Market presents a free fitness series at Discovery Green. Instructor Andria Miguez leads a yoga practice for all levels to enhance awareness and build a strong, healthy body. No pre-registration required, but participants must sign a waiver upon arrival. Bring a towel and water, as well as a mat for yoga classes. Yoga …
Presented by Writers In The Schools (WITS), this weekly workshop is Houston’s only free and open writing workshop for kids. The class encourages children to express their thoughts and develop language skills. Part of the McNair Foundation Families and Children Series at Discovery Green.
Bring your sorted glass, paper, plastic and aluminum to recycling stations provided by the City of Houston and iRecycle Glass.
Go for a leisurely kayak ride or navigate a radio-controlled boat around Kinder Lake. Rentals are provided by Bayou City Adventures and are subject to weather conditions. No reservation required. Kayak rentals are $5 per person.
Girls, Inc.* hosts a hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education program for kids. Part of the McNair Foundation Families and Children Series at Discovery Green. *The Sept. 22 edition of STEM Saturdays will be hosted by Mad Science.
Enjoy an elevated dinner series in a private event setting at The Grove. Each Sunday Supper begins with a cocktail hour, and is followed by a four-course dinner served family-style at a beautifully set communal table. The event is limited to 40 seats. Dinner is $50 per person and includes a welcome cocktail, valet and …
Families are invited to enjoy live music, lawn games and more during Sundays in the Park this fall at Discovery Green. Featured bands are Adrian Michael (Sept. 2), Snit’s Dog and Pony Show (Sept. 23), The Mighty Orq (Sept. 30), Grupo Batacha (Oct. 7) and Sparky Parker (Oct. 28); no live music on Sept. 9 …
Houston Public Library (HPL) teams up with Discovery Green for a morning of fun with story time, activities and crafts. Part of the McNair Foundation Families and Children Series at Discovery Green.
Sprouts Farmers Market presents a free fitness series at Discovery Green. Taught by instructors from Cirque la Vie, Circus Arts is a fitness form that consists of ground arts and acrobatics like contortion, juggling, partner acrobatics and hand balancing. No pre-registration required, but participants must sign a waiver upon arrival. Bring a towel and water, …
Sprouts Farmers Market presents a free fitness series at Discovery Green. Instructor John Tran leads Core-Focused Yoga classes this fall, focusing on dynamic flow sequences and long-held poses that train the body for strength and flexibility. No pre-registration required, but participants must sign a waiver upon arrival. Bring a towel and water, as well as …
Twelve Moments begins at the Rothko Chapel on September 5th at noon with a focus on “Resilience.” One year after Hurricane Harvey, participants will be led in a meditation by Dr. Alejandro Chaoul of Mind Body Spirit Institute at the Jung Center, followed by Marcela Brave and Leslie Gauna of Houston Playback Theatre who will …
Join the Houston Health Department, Baylor College of Medicine and some of Houston’s local experts as they share the latest findings in Houston HIV treatment and prevention research made friendly to follow for all attendees. The general public, health professionals, and community organization members are encouraged to ask questions, engage in discussion, and share thoughts …
Attending an Information Meeting is the first required step in the process towards becoming an Arms Wide adoptive parent. During the Information Meeting, an Arms Wide Coordinator will walk you through the process of fostering or adopting a child or children in foster care. You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions you …
