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TechConnect Summer Interns are needed to work with youth at District H parks. The TechConnect summer program will run July 5-August 5. The internship is a leadership opportunity and resume builder for high school and college students. Preference given to applicants who reside in District H. Learn more and apply here.
The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is hiring over 200 lifeguards to work at city pools this summer. Pay starts at $13/hr and water safety training is provided. Call 832-395-7129 for more information or click here to view job listing and submit an application. View pool locations here.
Hire Houston Youth, which provides paid summer jobs and internships to youth, age 16 – 24, has extended its application deadline to April 8th. Register on the HHY website here and view summer positions in many industries and organizations, including District H's TechConnect Program.
If you are an employer looking to fill summer positions, learn more about an HHY partnership here. The Hire Houston Youth Job Board is open for employers to post positions that are available to youth 16 to 24. Joining is free of charge. Register and post positions here.
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Free Art Day this Saturday in Eastex-Jensen |
This Saturday, HTX ART and The Cristina Project are hosting "Give A Bag, Get A Bag," a free art day for children. Kids will decorate bags for Kids Meals, after which they are invited to board the HTX ART BUS and fill a bag with free art supplies to enjoy over Spring Break. Click here for more info.
When: Sat, Mar 12th, 12-3pm
Where: 8321 Jensen Dr
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Health and Family Event in Near Northside |
Several organizations have partnered to host a free, day-long event at Irvington Village that promotes women's health and family resources. The International Women's Health and Family Fun Extravaganza will offer COVID and shingles vaccinations, diabetes and blood pressure screenings, as well as voter education, entertainment and refreshments. Find a larger version of the flyer here.
When: Tues, Mar 15, 9am-4pm
Where: 2901 Fulton St
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Volunteer Clean Up Day at Historic Cemetery |
Mark your calendars for the Volunteer Clean-Up Dat at Historic McDaniel Street Cemetery in Eastex-Jensen. Volunteers will pick up trash and small branches in the cemetery, and clean grave markers. There will be refreshments. See flyer and register here.
When: Sat, Mar 19, 8am-12pm
Where: 3098 McDaniel St
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Equity in Houston: Share your Thoughts |
The city has launched The Equity Indicators project and is seeking feedback from community members to ensure that this project is reflective of Houston's diversity and multiculturalism. Learn more about the project here and visit houstontx.gov/equity to share your thoughts.
The survey is open between March 6 until April 2.
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Fix a Leak Week Virtual Workshops |
Houston Public Works' Fix A Leak Week provides residents with the skills to identify and fix links in their own homes. Part 1 will address indoor leak repair and Part 2 will address outdoor leak repair. Follow the links to register for Part 1 here and Part 2 here.
When: Tues, Mar 15 & Thurs, Mar 17, 6-7:30pm
Where: Virtual
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Spring Break at Houston Children's Museum |
The Children's Museum of Houston is hosting daily events during their "Destination Celebration" Spring Break Bash. Click here for a full list of events.
When: Mar 12-Mar 19, 10am-6pm
Where: 1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004
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Free Spay/Neuter Services at BARC |
BARC Animal Shelter and Adoptions is partnering with Friends For Life, SNAP, Emancipet, Houston Humane Society and others to reduce pet overpopulation and promote pet wellness in targeted areas of Houston. BARC's Healthy Pets Healthy Streets initiative offers Houston residents free spay/neuter, rabies vaccine, microchip, and City of Houston license. You must live within the City of Houston limits. Register for an appointment here.
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NeighborhoodLIFT Funds for Homebuyers |
The Houston NeighborhoodLIFT program offers homebuyer education plus $15,000 for eligible homebuyers to use toward down payment and/or closing costs on qualified homes. Requests for funds can be submitted each week from 9:00 a.m. on Thursdays until 9:00 a.m. on Mondays, as long as funds are available. Visit this website during those times to submit a request for funds.
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HPD Central Patrol Community Liaison |
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Officer Vieira is the Community Liaison for the Central Division, which covers parts of District H (click here to see HPD map). She can be contacted about neighborhood issues such as abandoned vehicles, homeless camps, and illegal trash dump sites. You can reach Officer Vieira at Lucia.Vieira@HoustonPolice.Org or 346-435-2211.
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Need Additional Resources? |
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Check out our District H Resources Page for links and more information about available resources. Resources are updated every week. |
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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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