The Cottonmouth Club's Booze Bazaar is a monthly tasting extravaganza featuring world-renowned spirits professionals, an array of fine spirits from around the world, rockstar mixologists, and a burgeoning community of like-minded people who gather in the name of delectable libations. Booths will feature some of the finest spirits the world has to offer from around …
METdance will start its 23rd season with an evening of extraordinary dance performances under the stars. The “Season Kickoff” is slated for 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6 at Discovery Green®, 1500 McKinney. “This is a perfect way for the entire family to experience the excitement and joy of dance,” METdance artistic director Marlana Doyle …
Houstonians interested in outdoor cycling and learning about the history of the Heights are invited to the 13th annual Houston Heights Association Bicycle Rally & Scavenger Hunt on Oct. 7, 2018. Starting and ending at Marmion Park, riders of all ages can select from a five-mile, 20-mile or new stroller and bike parade designed for …
The School of Art presents a talk by Caroline Jones, professor of art history at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Jones is the author of “The Global Work of Art: World’s Fairs, Biennials, and the Aesthetics of Experience” (2016), “Eyesight Alone: Clement Greenberg’s Modernism and the Bureaucratization of the Senses” (2005) and “Machine in the Studio: …
The Moores School of Music presents a recital by Daria Rabotkina, assistant professor of piano at Texas State University.
The A. I. Lack Master Series at the University of Houston’s Moores School of Music annually presents distinguished classical performers and recognized pedagogues in a series of free masterclasses and recitals, which provide a wider educational experience for UH students and the Houston community. The endowment that supports the series was established in memory of …
For his program Open Letters, artist Mark Menjivar will read aloud the letter of a Texas death row inmate. After reflection, Menjivar will facilitate a conversation with attendees about the complex issue of capital punishment. The program will be limited to 40 attendees and will be held on October 10, at 7:00 p.m. at Rothko …
Secrets. Every family has them. Some secrets span generations or change history. Discover how many older Spanish-speaking families in South Texas, Northern Mexico, and New Mexico are probably Jewish. The advent of DNA testing is revealing family stories that have remained untold until now. Learn about a conversos - Jews who were brought to Mexico …
An evening of historical exhibits, a wine raffle, dinner and dancing to support the LGBTQ community history for the Houston Gulf Coast area.
The Rice University Theatre Program proudly presents She Kills Monsters, a dramatic comedy play by Qui Nguyen. This adventure into the world of fantasy role-playing games tells the story of Agnes Evans as she discovers the fantastical world within her deceased sister Tilly's Dungeons & Dragons notebook. Filled with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and 90s …
Evelyn’s Park is hosting their first ever Local Music Festival on Saturday, October 13th from noon - 10pm. It’s a free family-friendly event that will showcase local Houston bands and great food courtesy of food trucks Oh My Gogi and Balls Out Burger along with a variety of food choices form Adair Concepts! Rain or …
Project Row Houses (PRH), a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people and enriching communities through engagement, art and direct action, will be unveiling its latest Artist Round, Round 48: Beyond Social Practice, on Saturday, October 13. The round will investigate the storied connection between artists and activism within contemporary art. Round 48 brings together a …
Historic Market Square Park transforms into a big top for a circus-themed evening at Downtown's annual *A Night at Market Square: Circo de Luna*. Event-goers can enjoy performances from Cirque Mythos, a troupe featuring aerialists, contortionists, jugglers and fire breathers. The evening will also include a curiosities night market showcasing unique wares, curated by Eliments …
The School of Art presents a talk by Ian Lynam, principle designer at Lynam Design. The Tokyo-based studio operates at the intersection of graphic design, design education and design research. http://ianlynam.com/
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 October 17, bring your …
Nora’s Home, Houston’s haven for organ failure and transplant patients receiving care in the Texas Medical Center, is pleased to announce its 5th Annual Golf Classic, which will be held on Friday, October 19, 2018 at 8 a.m. at the Hermann Park Golf Course. The event will benefit Nora’s Home facility and programs that provide …
Artist Molly Gochman and the Red Sand Project are creating art that makes a statement – on a whole new level. An opening reception, hosted by Curry Glassell, is slated from noon to 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 19 at the Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental, located at 18700 John F. Kennedy Blvd. in Houston, …
Pack your sleeping bag and get ready for takeoff! Join the Lone Star Flight Museum for a unique, overnight experience for fathers and children age 4-12. There will be Flashlight Adventures and aviation themed fun all night long. Settle down for the evening in a LSFM hangar and fall asleep under the wings of the …
Music by Douglas Moore Libretto by John Latouche A true story inspired this gloriously romantic panorama of the American West with no less than five arias for the title character, each one more beautiful than the last. The final scene, appropriately set on the stage of an opera house, has one of the most moving …
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Tour Hours Saturday, October 20 — Sunday, October 21, 2018 12:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m. The Eastwood Civic Association, in the burgeoning East End, proudly presents its 22nd Annual Historic Home Tour featuring a selection of homes built between 1910 and 1930, each lovingly restored with historical charm and modern amenities. Tour dates are the …
It’s the event that will have you shivering with antici….pation. Celebrate The Rocky Horror Picture Show with the one-and-only “Brad Majors” himself, Barry Bostwick. Be a part of this party celebrating over four decades of the phenomenon that has sparked fans to dress up and shout lines in movie theatres across the world. Put your …
USA Ninja Challenge, an obstacle course training gym for children, will open its first Texas location on October 22, at 22564 Franz Road in Katy, Texas, 77449. Inspired by the popular television show and based on a gymnastics foundation, the 7,000 square foot gym features a variety of engaging equipment including a warped wall, rock …
Lambda NextGen Houston brings together young LGBT+ professionals to build relationships and strengthen the community. Join us at our monthly happy hour to network!
Houston is a leading hub for human trafficking in the U.S. Today, an estimated 21 million victims are trapped in modern-day slavery, and of these, 14.2 million individuals are exploited for labor, 4.5 million individuals are sexually exploited and 2.2 million individuals are exploited into forced labor. “The Art of Stopping Human Trafficking” is a …