District H News
Todos Juntos Mejor
Today at the daily 3 O'Clock Press Conference, the Mayor and the Houston Health Department will announce the Better. Together. Campaign.
This campaign is the umbrella for Todos Juntos Mejor, which targets the Hispanic community with education and information. Overall, the proactive push/outreach will empower all Houstonians with the knowledge and skills to protect their families and community from COVID-19. The aggressive outreach to the Hispanic community will continue.
Keep Your Mask on In Public!
Remember to #MaskUp! Wearing a mask works, and is one of the most effective measures to reduce the spread of the virus.

If you know of a senior in need of a mask, please call the District H Office at 832-393-3003, or  email districth@houstontx.gov, and we’ll do our best to assist them. Instructions on how to make your own.
August 20th Census Yard sign Campaign!
Council Member Cisneros is organizing a District H yard sign campaign to promote Census participation. The campaign will take place on Thursday, August 20th. If you would like to volunteer to help distribute Census yard signs in your neighborhood, please give us a call 838.393.3003 or email District H at districth@houstontx.gov. More details to come!
Complete Your Census Today!
October 31st is the Census Deadline. There is still time to fill out your Census form. Remind your families, neighbors, and friends to fill out the Census today! Everyone counts! Get the facts here.
Your community benefits the most when the Census counts everyone
Tonight you can help your community by participating in Census Phone Banking.

The Texas AFL-CIO and APALA Texas are continuing their census phone banking in hard to count communities. Tonight at 6 pm CT there will be a short training and an evening of phone banking. This is a volunteer option and we are not affiliated with the census bureau. Register here and you'll be provided with a Zoom link to get started!
Ryon Food Distribution This Saturday August 1!
On Saturday, August 1, at 10am, Ryon Civic Association and the Houston Food Bank are distributing food at 4501 Elysian St, 77009. This Drive Thru event is first come, first serve for the first 80 vehicles. If you have any questions please call 512.463.0620.

El sábado agosto 1 a las 10 a.m.  Ryon Civic Association y Houston Food Bank estarán distribuyendo comida en citio  4501 Elysian St, 77009 . Sera por auto-servicio y es por orden llegada los primeros 80 vehículos. Si tienes alguna pregunta, por favor lamma  512-463-0620
O-"Fish"- Ally A High Schooler?
College Community Career, Project Grad and the YMCA have all teamed up to assist students in making the transition into High School as well as how to adapt to a virtual/autonomous environment.
H-Town Fish Camp is open and  free  to all incoming 9 th  graders in the Houston area! Register here today!
The Mayor's Back 2 school Fest!

The 10th Annual Mayor's Back 2 School Fest Presented by Shell is happening next weekend! On  August 7-8, 2020, from 8am- 2 pm, in the NRG Yellow parking Lot, it will be a Drive-Thru event.

Pre-Registration has already began, register your student  here Today!

Volunteers are needed for packing backpacks as well as for the day of the event! If you're interesting in volunteering your time please access the link here.
Live from Jones Hall: Mozart, Stravinsky & Revueltas
The Houston Symphony will be conducting a Live Concert for your living room via Livestream. Musicians from every section of the orchestra will be spotlighted in small ensemble settings. Purchase your ticket for this Saturday's concert here today!

Tickets to each livestream performance are only $10 and help support the Symphony.
Free Covid-19 Testing Sites
Free testing site locations are updated weekly. Information on dates, times, and locations are available on the City of Houston's Free COVID-19 website. Call  832-393-4220  to be provided an access code and instructions on where to go. 

Ibn Sina Foundation and CVS Health has partnered to bring Rapid COVID-19 Testing to Independence Heights. Call 832-426-3760 to make an appointment for a Free COVID-19 Rapid Test at 5012 N. Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77018.
Are you a Student Photographer?
If you are in grades 9 thru 12 and your zip code is 77007, 77009, 77026, or 77076, then " Art on the Avenue" is looking for you! This is an opportunity to submit your work and have it included in a display during Art on the Avenue, taking place September 15th through the 19th at Winter Street Studios.

The theme of this Student Show is “ My New Normal”. You can submit your digital photograph and a short paragraph summarizing how this image represents your life as it has been changed by the Covid-19 Pandemic. Click the link here to submit your art! The deadline to submit is August 30th!
Eat Fresh, Buy Local
Urban Harvest Farmers Market
Legacy Community Health 3811 Lyons. Ave

If you are interested in fresh produce straight from the farm to your home please make your reservations. Farmer’s Market will be August 5th from 10-1pm.
General COVID-19 Links/Info
Small Business & Non-Profit COVID-19 Resources
General Opportunities/Services
Food Opportunities/Services
Student Resources
Opportunities & Activities for Families
Resources for Restaurant & Hospitality Workers
Senior Resources
Download the 311 app to your Android or iPhone . When you see an issue in your neighborhood,  use the app to report it . You can even include photos! If you prefer to talk directly to a representative about your issue, or want to request information about City resources, birth certificates, elections, and more, call 713-837-0311. Remember: Always call 911 in the case of an emergency!             
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