District H News
Martin Luther King Day Info
Please note that MLK Day (1/20/20) is a City of Houston holiday. The District H office will resume regular office hours on Tuesday, 1/21/20. If you have a city-related issue, please call 311.

  • The Black Heritage Society presents the 42nd Annual MLK Parade in Downtown Houston. The longest running MLK parade in the country, this year's Grand Marshal is George Foreman. Parade begins 1/20 at 10 am in front of City Hall. More info here.
  • Information on Solid Waste Collection & Facility schedule on MLK Day here.
  • Information on downtown street closings related to the parade and the marathon here.
  • St. Matthews UMC's 4th Annual MLK Peace through PIE Social is 1/18, 10 am -12 pm.
January is for Awareness
  • In recognition of National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Council Member Cisneros announced her initiative to fund 4 mini-murals highlighting awareness. More info here.
  • Applications now open to victims of Human Trafficking for housing assistance. Deadline is 2/3/20. More info here.
  • Interested in volunteering for Human Trafficking Awareness organization The Landing? Attend upcoming mandatory training on 1/18 to become a Landing Freedom Fighter! More info here.
  • Crime Stoppers Panel Discussion on Human Trafficking on 1/23. More info here.
  • See more upcoming Human Trafficking awareness events this month here.
  • Listen to this week's Comunidad y Confianza show covering Labor Trafficking here.
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NEW: Childhood & Youth Committee
Council Member Cisneros has been named Chair of the brand new Childhood & Youth Committee (C&YC), which will replace the former Subcommittee on Education . The C&YC will review issues related to the quality of life of children and our youth, primarily focusing on ages 0-24 . The first meeting will be in the Council Chamber on 2/12/20 at 2 pm , followed by a brief networking reception in the Legacy Room. More info will be shared soon with those on our Education list. To be added to that list, send an email here .
Students: cafecollege Events This Month
cafécollege Houston is a free resource for students to receive guidance on financial aid applications, the perfect college essay, class registration, and staying on track for college. Find a list of events in January here .
Food Fairs in District H
  • AAMA Food Bank Event, 1/21/20, 8 am - 12 pm, 204 Clifton Street
  • StepHealthy Walk, Zumba, & Community Food Fair, 1/18/20, 10 am - 12 pm, 1115 Noble St.
Support the Team!
Marshall Middle School's baseball team is holding a BBQ fundraiser this Saturday 1/18 at Juice Caboose (3804 Elysian) 8 am-2 pm. Grab a taco or sandwich and support the team!
Flora & Fauna Along Buffalo Bayou
Enjoy a free walking tour in Buffalo Bayou Park, guided by a Texas Master Naturalist. Bring the family and learn about landscape and ecology along the park. More info here.
When: 1/18/20, 10: 30 am - 12 pm
Where: The Water Works at Buffalo Park, 105 Sabine St.
Bicycle Safety Class
Register now for BikeHouston's 1.5 hour interactive class taught by Bicycle Ambassadors to educate motor vehicle drivers on the best and safest ways to share the road with people on bicycles. More info here for an upcoming class.
Support Local Heroes
Grab breakfast for a good cause! In honor of their 2nd birthday, Snooze Heights is donating 10% of sales on 1/24 to Safe Walk Home Northside, a local organization dedicated to getting children to and from school safely.
When: 1/24/20, 6:30 am - 2:30 pm
Where: Snooze Heights, 718 W. 18th
Career Opportunities & Your Journey to Higher Education
Registration now open for attendees and exhibitors to participate in the 34th Annual Career & Education Day hosted by the Houston Hispanic Forum. Talk to college reps and explore careers in arts and humanities, business/industry, multidisciplinary studies, public services, and STEM. Financial aid assistance with FAFSA and TASFA completion on site. Visit this website for more info.
When: 2/8/20
Where: George R. Brown, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas
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!