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Houston Concierge Assn Cultural Open House Benefiting Star of Hope

Mon., July 15, 5:30-8 p.m.

The Health Museum

1515 Hermann, Houston Downtown/ Midtown

$5

Community Events, Food and Drink

Guests from all facets of the hospitality industry are invited to participate in an evening of networking and entertainment during the 14th Annual Cultural Partner Open House and Clothing Drive benefiting Star of Hope, hosted by The Houston Concierge Association (HCA). Guests will enjoy complimentary appetizers, light bites, and beverages and can enter to win raffle prizes. The evening will also include live entertainment by Twisted Entertainment/DJ Twisted and a Member Showcase Area. 7133856960
Daniel Silva: A Death in Cornwall

Mon., July 15, 7-9 p.m.

Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center of Houston

5601 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston Outer Loop - SW

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$38

Literary Events

Daniel Silva A Death in Cornwall: A Novel Monday, July 15 | 7:30 PM In conversation with Marilyn Hassid Tickets: $38 | Includes one book Presented by the Evelyn Rubenstein JCC in partnership with Murder by the Book A brutal murder, a missing masterpiece, a mystery only Gabriel Allon can solve: Acclaimed #1 New York Times–bestselling author Daniel Silva returns with the year’s most anticipated new thriller. All tickets will include a copy of A Death in Cornwall. Daniel Silva will be available to sign books after the event.
Jurassic World: The Exhibition

Mon., July 15, 11:59 p.m.

Sun & Ski - Katy Mills

5000 Katy Mills Circle, Katy Outside Houston

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$31-$56

Family Events
2024 Young Leaders Institute: Renewable Energy and Climate Solutions

July 15-19, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Asia Society Texas Center

1370 Southmore Blvd., Ste. 205, Houston Greenway Plaza

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Free to apply. Upon acceptance: $100 Members, $125 Nonmembers

Summer Camps, Classes and Seminars, Education

In a world more globally connected than ever before, leaders need to be well-prepared with the right knowledge, attitudes, skills, and behaviors to be successful. Asia Society Texas' Young Leaders Institute (YLI) is a week-long summer program for high school students that promotes global competence, elevates leadership skills, and connects students from across diverse backgrounds and experiences. Learn how renewables and energy transition initiatives are reshaping the global economic, environmental, and energy outlook. Gain insights on how policymakers, industries, and nonprofit, and international organizations are creating innovative solutions for a more sustainable and greener future. 7134969901
Latin Restaurant Weeks

Through July 19

Houston

Houston, Houston Downtown/ Midtown

Food and Drink

During Latin Restaurant Weeks, more than 90 participating restaurants, food trucks, and culinary businesses offer mouth-watering specials for you to enjoy. Get ready to dig into the diversity of Latin American cuisine bite by bite and take what we like to call, “El Tour Del Sabor” in Houston! 844-275-5520
Propel Your City Project: Houston

Through Aug. 4, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Reeves Art + Design

2415 Taft St, Houston Montrose

Free Events, Events

Propel Fitness Water’s “Propel Your City Project” is expanding to Houston, launching its first-ever fitness hubs. These physical spaces will allow consumers to connect with local fitness leaders and participate in free classes, all under one roof. Exercisers can visit the hub at 2415 Taft St, Houston, TX in the Midtown/Montrose district to enjoy free classes offered by local fitness organizations such as BLK Beetles, ZFT Run Club, FitMix Communities, and Latinas Run Houston. WHAT: Propel Your City Project Houston Free fitness classes from local organizations including BLK Beetles, ZFT Run Club, FitMix Communities, and Latinas Run Houston More info 7135235577
PARADOX: Juried Exhibition

Mondays-Saturdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Thu., July 18, 5-8 p.m. Continues through Sept. 14

Silver Street Studios at Sawyer Yards

2000 Edwards St., 2000 Edwards Street, Houston Heights

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Free and open to the public

Art - Openings and Events, Art - Galleries, Art - Ongoings

The artists of Silver Street are proud to announce the opening of "Paradox", the first juried exhibition at Silver Street Studios that draws work from all of the studio buildings on the Sawyer Yards campus. The exhibition was juried by Alton Dulaney, an artist, personality, and Director of the Houston Airports Public Art Program. Dulaney will speak at the opening reception on July 18, from 5 - 8pm.
Yoga in the Park

Mondays, 9-10 a.m. Continues through July 29

Evelyn's Park Conservancy

4400 Bellaire Blvd., Bellaire Inner Loop - SW

Free

Recreation, Free Events, Mind and Body

Join us Mondays at 9am as you will be guided through a free meditation and yoga practice at Evelyn’s Park. Bring your yoga mat, water, yoga block (if needed in your practice) and towel. We look forward to practicing with you. Extra mats will be onhand. July Yoga Schedule: 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29
Discovery Camp

Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Continues through Aug. 26

The Health Museum

1515 Hermann, Houston Downtown/ Midtown

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$350-$475 per week

Children's Events

School is out but learning and fun are in! Unleash the power of science through camps at The Health Museum! The camps engage your child in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) activities. Kids will have intelligent fun, make new friends, and get the most out of their summer break! Museum Members $325-$450 per week Non-Members $350-$475 per week Not a member yet? Get a Family Membership today to receive discounts for camps Before Care $50 per week After Care $75 per week 713-337-8458
Dual Perspectives: Artist and Audience

Mondays-Saturdays, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Continues through Aug. 10

Spring Street Studios

1824 Spring St., Houston Heights

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Free and open to the public

Art - Openings and Events, Art - Ongoings, Arts

"Dual Perspectives: Artist and Audience" is an innovative art exhibition that draws inspiration from Ansel Adams' insightful quote, "There are always two people in every picture: the photographer and the viewer." Bringing together over fifty artists from across the Sawyer Yards campus, this exhibition showcases all kinds of artistic media, and explores the profound dynamic between creators, their creations, and those who engage with their work. As part of this annual invitational at Spring Street Studios, prizes will be awarded by longtime Houston artist, Chris Silkwood. Join the artists for an opening reception from 6-8 pm on Saturday, June 1. 713-862-0082
Grand Opening

Mondays-Sundays, 9-12 a.m. Continues through Dec. 31

Upclose Studio

10801 Hammerly Blvd ste 118, Houston Memorial

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50+

Art - Openings and Events, Multimedia, Photography

Upclose Studio is thrilled to announce its grand opening, ushering in a new era of multimedia and video production excellence, positioned at the forefront of innovation. Our mission at Upclose Studio is “If nothing, be memorable”. Under this motto we create ways to transform visions into compelling narratives that exceed expectations and delivers results that inspire. For inquiries or to schedule a consultation, please visit UpcloseStudio.com or contact via call/text at 832.499.9500 About Upclose Studio: Upclose Studio is a leading multimedia video production and content creation studio specializing in social media content, business marketing, advertising, commercials, podcasts, news-style interviews, andmore 8324999500
Explore Your Mind at The Health Museum with the U.S. Premiere of MindWorks

Through Sept. 29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

The Health Museum

1515 Hermann, Houston Downtown/ Midtown

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$10-$12

Family Events, Art - Museums, Education

Ever wonder what is going on in your head? Now, you can find out! Opening on June 15, 2024, The Health Museum will debut the U.S. premiere of MindWorks, a hands-on, bodies-on psychology exhibition on loan from the Ontario Science Centre. MindWorks brings ideas like decision-making, memory, and emotions to life through playful, interactive exhibits based on cognitive psychology. MindWorks will encourage visitors to step into their own mind and explore how they think, feel, and react in a playful and exciting new way. 7135211515
Plastic Free EcoChallenge

Through July 31

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free

Environmental, Free Events, Education

Plastic pollution contaminates the deepest trenches in the ocean, the highest mountain peaks, and even the air we breathe. Microplastics have been found in human blood, lungs, breast milk and placentas. Plastic has entered the food chain, killing wildlife, and causing the average person to eat tens of thousands of microplastic particles every year. Learn more about this issue & take action to affect change; join the Lutherans Restoring Creation – Gulf Coast or Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston team at https://plasticfree.ecochallenge.org/. You select the challenges you’d like to accomplish during the month of July & when/how to do them. 281-300-8212
Helix Park Adirondack Chair Art Contest

Every 7 days

TMC Helix Park

1885 Old Spanish Trail, Houston Braeswood

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free

Art - Openings and Events

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our 2024 Helix Park Adirondack Chair Art Contest, which invites artists of all skill levels to capture our state's diverse elements—culture, friendship, environment, education, health, and innovation. We call upon all artists to participate in transforming Adirondack chairs into remarkable works of art, enriching TMC Helix Park with creativity and community spirit. The top 3 winners will have their chairs displayed and voted on by public guests during the October Odyssey event on October 25, 2024. The 1st place winner will be announced the same day and will receive a $1,000 check. 7137918834
Cool Congregations Cohort

Third Monday of every month, 7-8 p.m. Continues through Dec. 16

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free

Religion and Spirituality, Environmental, Classes and Seminars

Faith communities of all faith/spiritual traditions are invited to join the Cool Congregations Cohort in 2024. The cohort will meet monthly online throughout the year, and the facilitator will work with you to accomplish two goals during the course of the year: (1) develop a plan to reduce your faith community’s carbon footprint by 50% by 2030 (in line with goals sent by climate scientists) and (2) incorporate care for the earth into all aspects of your faith community’s life. The cohort facilitator, who has decades of experience in “greening” of faith communities, will give individualized attention to participating congregations. 2813008212
Happiness Toolkit with Gen Kelsang Wangpo

Mondays, 7:30-9 p.m. Continues through July 29

Kadampa Meditation Center Houston

1110 Lovett Blvd, Houston Montrose

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$12

Religion and Spirituality

Learn the tools you need to find lasting happiness. Unlock the key to lasting happiness with these transformative Buddhist meditation classes. You will learn practical techniques and ancient wisdom to cultivate inner peace, contentment, and joy. Discover how to let go of stress, find balance, and connect with your true, peaceful nature. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced meditator, our Happiness Toolkit classes will help you embark on a journey of profound self-discovery and lasting happiness. This class is being held weekly Monday, Jul 8 - Monday, Jul 29 If you have any questions please email: [email protected] 7139364113
Luxury romantic Valentine’s Day at Blossom Hotel Houston

Ongoing, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Blossom Hotel Houston

7118 Bertner Ave, Houston East End

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Valentine's Day

Blossom Hotel Houston’s special romantic promotion is on your radar! Blossom welcomes guests to celebrate their love while enjoying the benefits of staying at one of Houston’s newest luxury hotels including gourmet room service and a heated rooftop pool. Offered February 10th through 19th, the “Blossom Your Love” package includes a special rate on a luxury room, breakfast in bed for two (for one day during the guest’s visit and up to $40), complimentary self-parking, 4:00 p.m. checkout, and a bottle of Sparking Wine accompanied by a stuffed teddy bear and a box of chocolate bonbons upon arrival. (832) 734-8888
Free Employment Success Workshop

Mondays, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Career and Recovery Resources, Inc.

2525-A San Jacinto St., Houston, TX 77002, Houston Downtown/ Midtown

Free

Free Events

Struggling to find work? Feeling like no one will hire you? Join us for a free Employment Success Workshop! Our workshop is three days in duration, Monday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. every week. Participants will gain the following: job searching skills using the latest web-based technology, interviewing skills & confidence building, professional resume writing by a Career Counselor, a certificate of achievement to highlight on your resume, job placement assistance, resources and referrals for interview/work clothing, bus passes, educational scholarships, etc. To reserve a seat or for more information, please call 713-754-7002. [Organizer's description] 713-754-7002
The Creatives Project

Mondays, Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

District Art Gallery

810 Richey St., Houston Downtown/ Midtown

$10

Adult, Art - Galleries, Art - Openings and Events

District Art Gallery is initiating The Creatives Project. What's that you ask? It's an Open Studio all day at the gallery! For $10 (two hours) you can make the gallery your work space. Use our photography studio, desks, easels and Internet. [Organizer's description] 713-628-6683
Angela Corson: Common Ground

Mondays-Saturdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Silver Street Studios at Sawyer Yards

2000 Edwards St., 2000 Edwards Street, Houston Heights

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Free and open to the public

Art - Openings and Events, Art - Ongoings, Arts

Angela Corson's "Common Ground" is a unique, site-responsive sculptural installation featuring a web of cables and sand, paired with quietly dynamic 2D works. The artist's inspiration comes from her realization of the limitations of language. As a result, Corson explores various media to find the most effective way of communicating through the intrinsic possibilities of different materials. Common Ground is on view through June 29th in the West Gallery (Door 4) of Silver Street Studios. Join the artist for an opening reception on Saturday, June 8 from 4-7 pm in the gallery.
Anchor Point's "Empowered to Connect" Live Simulcast

Ongoing, 9 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

LifePoint Church

2450 E Main St, Ste H, League City Clear Lake

$45; $35 early bird special (thru 3/11/19)

Conferences

Anchor Point is excited to bring "The Empowered To Connect Conference Simulcast" to Houston! This is a two-day conference for anyone interested in learning more about how to connect with children who are struggling. We know this is the case with kids who have experienced abuse, neglect, and trauma, but it can also be children who have experienced a difficult pregnancy, difficult birth or prematurity. It does not matter whether this child is in a biologically intact home or from an adoptive home - each child needs the help and hope from all those around them to thrive. Featuring Trust-Based… 832-632-1221
45th Corvette Chevy Expo

Ongoing, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Galveston Island Convention Center

5600 Seawall Blvd, Galveston Galveston

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$15 Adults, Children 12 and under Free; Free parking in parking garage

Auto, Craft Fairs

Corvettes and Chevys fill the Galveston Island Convention Center for the 45th Corvette Chevy Expo and 7th Galveston Craft Show on March 18 and 19, 2023. The Expo is a car show featuring “World Class Chevrolet Show Cars,” vendors, a swap meet, cars for sale, a handmade craft show with 135+ vendors, DJ, live entertainment by The Line Up all weekend, food concessions, and a cash bar. Held at the Galveston Island Convention Center, 5600 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77554. Event hours are Saturday 9 am – 6 pm, and Sunday 10 am until 5 pm. $15 a day or 386-775-2512
Rockin' Trolls WonderWeek

Ongoing, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

The Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center

198 Kempner St., Sugar Land Outside Houston

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$15 General | $14 Seniors (65+) | Members & Children under 1 Free

Children's Events, Museum Exhibits and Events

Let your wild hair go wild, and embrace your goofy side as you take part in a Troll-themed WonderWeek! 832-742-2800
TALKinPINk Season 3 Launch

Mondays, 12-1:30 p.m.

Multimedia, Pop Culture, Comedy

The Popular podcast and webseries TALKinPINk returns! This season promises to be much bigger with even more guest, around town experiences, and a live taping for fans to come participate! Don't miss out on the return of the bad b*tches of entertainment! TALKinPINk.com 832-378-8119
Industry Night for All

Mondays, 2 p.m.-2 a.m.

Kirby Ice House

3333 Eastside St., Houston Unknown

Food and Drink

20% off regular pricing all day & Night + PM Shot Specials - $4.00 Jameson & $4.00 Fireball 713-524-2752
Industry Night for All

Mondays, 2 p.m.-2 a.m.

Kirby Ice House Memorial

1015 Gessner Rd., Houston Outer Loop - NW

Food and Drink

20% off regular pricing all day & night + PM Shot Specials $4.00 Jameson & $4.00 Fireball
COVID-19 Wall of Memories

Mondays-Sundays

Houston Online

Houston, Houston Inner Loop - NE

Free

Community Events

COVID-19 Wall of Memories is a 501(c)(3) organization that maintains a website memorializing COVID-19 victims. Our objective is for people to understand the full scope of how the epidemic has impacted the U.S. We achieve this both through victims’ stories and through our news and information pages. Our mission is to memorialize and amplify the lives of COVID-19 victims and to provide education about the disease, its spread, and its impacts. The heart of what we do is the digital wall of memories, containing profiles of COVID-19 victims, some submitted through our own research and some submitted by family members… 713-397-9994
Trattoria Sofia Presents Aperitivo

Mondays-Fridays

Trattoria Sofia

911 W 11th St, Houston Heights

Price based on food and drink ordered

Food and Drink

Join us Monday-Friday 2-6pm for Aperitivo, an Italian-inspired happy hour with specials on bites, pizza, beer, cocktails, and wine. Available in the bar. Saluti! (713) 804-3317
Texas Arts Teachers Encouraged to Apply For First Year Teacher Grants

Ongoing

Grants

The Texas Cultural Trust has opened applications for the 2024 - 2025 First Year Teacher Grants. These grants are designed to support highly qualified arts teachers in providing quality arts education to Title I, rural, low arts access communities throughout Texas, as part of the nonprofit’s Arts Access program. The First Year Teacher Grant will award grantees a one-time grant in the amount of $1,500. This grant is intended to help alleviate costs associated with completing the first year as an arts teacher. This funding can be applied to professional development, classroom enrichment, school supplies, field trips, and additional resources.
Let's Roam's Houston's Museum District Scavenger Hunt

Ongoing

Hermann Park

6001 Fannin, Houston Kirby-West U

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$11.99

Museum Exhibits and Events, Parks and Preserves, Tours, Promotional Events

Houston's so big it could contain the cities of New York, Washington, Boston, San Francisco, Seattle, Minneapolis and Miami. Today's epic scavenger hunt of Houston will guide you to several of this sprawling city's most pedestrian-friendly landmarks including Hermann Park, the Museum District, and the Clayton Library. It's time to strap on those walking shoes, round up some friends and book your Let's Roam scavenger hunt today! [Organizer's description] 833-202-7626
Martial Arts Master Zhang Yimou's New Film - Shadow

Ongoing

AMC Dine-In Houston 8

510 Texas Ave., Houston Downtown/ Midtown

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10-20

Film - Events, Film - Picks

Set during China's Three Kingdom's era (AD 220-280). The story of a great king and his people, who will be expelled from their homeland and will aspire to claim it. The king, violent and ambitious, of mysterious methods and motives; his general, a visionary who yearns to win the final battle but needs to prepare his plans in secret; the women of the palace, who struggle to find redemption in a world where they have no place; and a commoner called "Lord of all the world", will be the characters around who turn the inexorable forces of this story. [Organizer's… 713-223-3456
Summer Happy Hour Every day from Open till 8PM

Ongoing

Social Beer Garden HTX

3101 San Jacinto St., Houston Third Ward

Cheaper than the other guys

Happy Hours

Love beer? We do too. Love cocktails? Same! This is why we have all 44 Beers on Draft and over 100 craft beers, seltzers, ciders, mead, and Kombucha all discounted for happy hour! Not only that but we also have the cheapest craft beer flight $8 in town during our happy hour. Cocktails and beer aren't your thing? Cool we also have a $6 Smoked Old Fashion to help you relax after work. Of course it has a giant ice cube!! Oh snap we forgot to mention we have Private Free parking and are conveniently located just south of downtown 713-636-9357
Houston Hustle Bar Crawl: Let's Roam Scavenger Hunt

Ongoing

Downtown Houston - Near Discovery Green

1150 La Branch St, Houston Unknown

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$11

Barhopping, Food and Drink, Nightlife

Prepare for a night out like never before with a Houston Bar Hunt! Let’s Roam is putting a new spin on the old bar crawl, so grab your friends, and hit the town. The Let’s Roam Houston Bar Hunt is a fun activity for small groups, team builders, date night or even a birthday or bachelorette party. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, this is the best way to explore the hottest spots in town. Complete exciting photo and video challenges at the as you make your way through pubs, clubs, and dives to see who will be crowned… 833-202-7626

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