District H News
Run-off Election Dates Announced
Early Voting for the Run-Off Election begins November 27th. Election day is December 14th. Don't forget that you may now vote at any polling place that is close and convenient to you. For more info visit this website or text VOTE to 1-833-937-0700.
Turkey Giveaway!
The Houston Food Bank and Commissioner Garcia welcome all to stop by Irvington Park this Saturday 11/23 from 10 am to 12 pm for a free turkey. No registration required, but turkeys will be given on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Application & Resource Night
Get free, in person help with pre-k through 12th grade applications, FAFSA applications, tax prep support and college counseling all in one place! More info here.
When: 11/21/19, 5 - 7 pm
Where: 4410 Navigation Blvd
Family Day at Maritime Museum
Discover the wonders of maritime exploration and life on the water at the HMM Family Days! This Saturday's theme of Coming to America will include a a celebration of cultures, the creation of Polynesian stick charts, and crafting origami boats.
When: 11/23/19, 1 pm
Where: Houston Maritime Museum, 2311 Canal
Fitness, Food & Fun
Add years to your life one step at a time - join in for a fun walk, zumba and community food fair.
When: 11/23/19, 10 am - noon
Where: Moody Park, 3725 Fulton
$1 Cat Adoptions at BARC
To celebrate the Grand Opening of the new Don Sanders Center for Cats and Kittens , BARC will offer $1 cat and kitten adoptions this weekend. The $1 pet adoption package includes spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, a one-year city pet license, and a pre-registered microchip with a lifetime registration. More info here.
Halls Bayou Community Engagement Meeting
If you missed Harris County Flood Control District's community engagement meeting for the Halls Bayou project, you can listen to the presentation here . View the PowerPoint presentation here.
Chalk Art Festival Downtown
More than 200 artists from all over the world will paint the streets in chalk this weekend as part of the Via Colori Chalk-Art Festival. Several streets will will be closed off to traffic as artists, live performers, and vendors participate in the event. More info here.
When: 11/23/19 & 11/24/19, 10 a - 6 p
Where:
How Lead Affects Your Child's Health
Lead poisoning can be detrimental to a child's growth, and can impact brain development and speech. Children can be exposed to lead by eating pieces of chipped lead paint, which is usually found in homes built before 1978 . Lead is also found in products from overseas like jewelry, toys, pottery, spices, and cosmetics. To learn more about how lead affects your child's health, visit this website .
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!