RaMell Ross earned a BA in both English and Sociology from Georgetown University and an MFA from the Rhode Island School of Design. His photographs have been exhibited internationally and his writing has appeared in such outlets as The New York Times and Walker Arts Center. He was part of Filmmaker Magazine’s “25 New Faces …
Enjoy family-friendly movies with a view of the downtown Houston skyline at Bank of America Screen on the Green. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs and arrive early for contests and other activities. Movie begins at 8 p.m. On March 14, the featured film is “Shazam!” (PG-13, 2019, 132 min.). A newly …
Houston Music Charities is proud to present their 2nd Annual Tune Out Cancer Music Festival 2020, benefiting the Texas Children’s Hospital Cancer Center. The festival will take place at The Wildcatter Saloon in Katy, Texas on February 21-23, 2020. 3 days of non-stop live music, vendors, food trucks, kids zone, auctions, artists, comedians, a magician, …
Los Angeles based jewelry label - Royal Nomad - will be hosting a trunk show at Zadok Jewelers on February 21 through February 22. There will be a wide assortment from former and new collections for those who like to mix the unexpected. The pieces are made from diamonds and precious elements, perfect for those …
Unplugged at Discovery Green brings the best musical acts in town to perform an acoustic concert on the park’s main stage. This popular series challenges bands to rethink and rearrange their songs using only acoustic instruments, resulting in a unique and intimate performance. This special edition of Unplugged at Discovery Green coincides with the park’s …
Checkout one of west Houston’s hidden gems at the Fireside Bar located within beautiful Moran CITYCENTRE Hotel . It boasts an amazing view and vibrant nightlife. Stop in and enjoy the musical stylings of Groove Knight, The ULTIMATE Party cover band!
Unplugged at Discovery Green brings the best musical acts in town to perform an acoustic concert on the park’s main stage. This popular series challenges bands to rethink and rearrange their songs using only acoustic instruments, resulting in a unique and intimate performance. Celebrate Mother’s Day with Say Girl Say, Sara Van Buskirk, Swing Rendezvous, …
Unplugged at Discovery Green brings the best musical acts in town to perform an acoustic concert on the park’s main stage. This popular series challenges bands to rethink and rearrange their songs using only acoustic instruments, resulting in a unique and intimate performance. The March 22 headliner is Nick Gaitan. Opening sets from New Vintage, …
Unplugged at Discovery Green brings the best musical acts in town to perform an acoustic concert on the park’s main stage. This popular series challenges bands to rethink and rearrange their songs using only acoustic instruments, resulting in a unique and intimate performance. The June 14 concert features Bryan Anthony and The Gentleman’s Club with …
The Moores School Jazz Festival features the Moores School Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Orchestra featuring Johnny Gonzales, saxophone; Dennis Dodson, trumpet; and Armin Marmolejo, trombone.
River Oaks District is taking National Margarita Day up a notch this year by bringing out Yonderlust, Goode Company’s mobile airstream bar. Yonderlust is a rovering watering hole that will offer their famous Damn Goode Margarita $9, Strawberry Habanero Margarita ($9), select beers ($4), Prosecco ($9), rosé ($8), and red and white wine ($8), available for purchase from 11am-4pm. There’s …
Hotel Alessandra’s stylish Bar & Lounge, Bardot, is offering a hand-crafted Passion Fruit Margarita ($14) to celebrate National Margarita Day. The recipe includes: 1.5oz Tequila, 0.75 oz. fresh squeezed lime juice, 0.75 Liquid Alchemist Passion Fruit, and 0.50 Orange Liquor. Live music will be playing from 9pm-1am!
Internationally exhibited, Houston based artist Edward Lane McCartney launches his 2020 exhibition season with Topographies and Tantrums, at Hooks-Epstein Galleries on Saturday, February 22. An Artist Conversation at 5:30 pm will be followed by the opening reception from 6 - 8 pm. The exhibit runs for five weeks, closing on March 28, 2020. Gallery hours …
LOAF (Lesbians Over Age Fifty) Concert Series presents the Lucy Blue Tremblay Trio. Tickets: $20.00 (all proceeds go to our performers). For tickets, please contact Lavita at lavitasm@aol.com or 713-907-5378. St. Peter's UCC, 9902 Long Point at Campbell Road. Meet the Artists 7:00 pm. Concert starts at 7:30 pm.
Beethoven 250 Houston 2020 brings the worldwide celebration of the 250th anniversary of the birth of Ludwig von Beethoven—one of the great figures in the history of Western art, born in 1770 in Bonn, Germany—to the city of Houston in February 2020. Two weeks of concerts and symposia on the University of Houston campus will …
The concert features the Moores School Jazz Orchestra with guest artists David Caceres, Warren Sneed, and Woody Witt, saxophones.
Think that soil is just dirt? Think again! Join John Ferguson, soil scientist, owner of Nature’s Way Resources, and an organic gardening expert, in February as he explains the wonders of soil. You’ll leave this talk amazed at what lies beneath your feet. To join the conversation, please register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com. Contact …
Red Rhapsody is a celebration of equity, diversity and inclusion. Eleven colleges at the University of Houston have partnered to invite the Houston community to support UH LGBTQ+ students at this annual fundraiser. Attendees will have the chance to hear scholarship recipients share their stories, mingle with fellow LGBTQ+ allies, and enjoy a casual evening …
The Rink – Rolling at Discovery Green, Houston’s first outdoor roller rink, opens for its fourth season on Friday, March 6 with the French Cultures Festival Concert Kickoff. The roller rink will be open March 6 — April 12, 2020 and includes weekly programming such as Top 40, superhero and throwback-themed nights. Skating fees apply.
At this special LGBTQ celebration at The Rink — Rolling at Discovery Green, emceed by Anthony Hernandez, guests will enjoy music by DJ Joe Ross, a recycled fashion show with designs by Yahaira DeHill, and the ultimate roller-skating dance party. Admission is free; skating fees apply.
DACAMERA continues its 2019–2020 series of intimate concerts at the Menil Collection with a performance from bass-baritone Davóne Tines in his first American recital tour with pianist Adam Nielsen. Tines makes his DACAMERA debut with a highly personal recital in the form of a mass, bringing together works of J.S. Bach; spirituals arranged by Tyshawn …
DACAMERA concludes its 2019–2020 jazz series with the Miguel Zenón Quartet. An eight-time Grammy Award nominee, Guggenheim Fellow and MacArthur “Genius” recipient, Zenón returns to the DACAMERA stage after 12 years alongside the quartet featured on his latest Grammy-nominated album, Sonero: The Music of Ismael Rivera.
DACAMERA continues its 2019–2020 jazz series with the Cécile McLorin Salvant Trio. McLorin Salvant, a three-time Grammy Award winner, returns to the DACAMERA stage with the Aaron Diehl Trio. Renowned throughout the U.S. and Europe, McLorin Salvant composes her music and lyrics, which she performs in English, French and Spanish. In Houston, the lauded vocalist …
This family-friendly event, produced in partnership with Houston Public Media and Fred Rogers Productions, will take place during the park’s ongoing storytime series, Toddler Tuesdays. During Be My Neighbor Day, children will learn the importance of community, giving back and being a caring neighbor. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Daniel Tiger, plus enjoy …
Sprouts Farmers Market presents a free fitness series at Discovery Green. Strengthen your body, relax your mind and find your inner center with this dynamic flow yoga sequence on Tuesday evenings through June 30, 2020. No pre-registration required, but participants must sign a waiver upon arrival. Bring a towel and water, as well as a …