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Tomorrow at 9am, join the ribbon cutting to celebrate upgrades to infrastructure at Cliff Tuttle Park in Denver Harbor, info here.
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Traffic Safety Improvements on Houston Ave. between Memorial and Center Street are currently under construction and slated to be complete in coming weeks. More info here.
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53 new street trees will be planted next week along Parker Rd. between Airline and Clark.
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South Lockwood paving and drainage project will begin on Mon. Dec. 18th. More project info here. Join the virtual community meeting fro details, Tues, Dec. 19th at 5:30--meeting link here.
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NEWLY FUNDED pedestrian safety installations will be coming to intersections on Houston Ave at North St, Byrne St, Parkview St, Alma St, Vieux Carre St, and Bayland Ave sometime next year, schedule TBD.
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Read about the proposed ordinance changes to address high water bill issues here.
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TONIGHT: TxDOT North Houston Highway Improvement Project Public Meetings
TxDOT will host a series of public meetings for the I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project. Visit the website to see all meetings--both online and virtual--here. The virtual meeting about I-45 Segment 3 (Downtown) is tonight from 5-7pm at www.nhhippublicemeeting.com/segment3. Upcoming meetings about I-45 Segments 2 and 3 are the following:
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I-45 Segment 2 (I-10 to I-610) Meetings:
In-person
When: Mon, Dec. 11th from 5-7pm
Where: Moody Park, 3725 Fulton St.
Virtual
When: Thurs, Dec. 12th from 5-7
Where: www.nhhippublicemeeting.com/segment2
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I-45 Segment 1 (I-610 to Beltway 8) Meetings:
In-person
When: Tues, Dec. 14th from 5-7pm
Where: Aldine 9th Grade Ctr, 10650 North Fwy
Virtual
When: Wed, Dec. 13th from 5-7
Where: www.nhhippublicemeeting.com/segment1
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Urban Harvest MOBILE Farmers' Markets | |
Urban Harvest is all around District H this month. If you are looking for farm fresh produce, visit the upcoming event in your neighborhood! Info here. | |
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When: Sat, Dec. 9th from 10am-1pm
Where: Avenue J New Hope Housing, 5220 Avenue J
When: Tues, Dec. 12th from 9am-noon
Where: Clark Park, 9710 Clark Rd.
When: Thurs, Dec. 14th, from 2-4pm
Where: Burbank Middle School, 315 Berry
When: Tues, Dec 19th from 3-6pm
Where: Avenue Center, 3517 Irvington Blvd.
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When: Thurs, Dec. 21st from 4pm-7pm
Where: Wesley Park, 1410 Lee St.
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All-Electric, No-Cost Rideshare In Second Ward | |
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City Council approved funding to expand the RYDE rideshare operations into the Second Ward, after incredible success in the Third Ward pilot program. This sustainable rideshare program helps bridge the mobility gap--getting residents in the Second Ward a new way to visit vital destinations like grocery stores, transit hubs, clinics, schools, daycares, and more. Info here.
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Come to the Houston Fire Department career fair and meet with representatives to learn about the important and exciting career as a Fire Fighter! Community college representatives will be available on-site to provide information to candidates.
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Lights in the Heights
Join the Woodland Heights Civic Association for a magical evening as they illuminate Highland and Omar Streets More info here.
When: Sat, Dec. 9th from 6-9pm
Where: Highland and Omar Streets
Shop For Your Parents and Kids!
Challenge "U" & Ryon Civic Association invite you to shop unique gifts for loved ones of all ages. Youth, aged 2-13 will get gifts! Donations accepted. FREE ticket here.
When: Sat, Dec. 16th from 2-6pm
Where: 4501 Elysian St
5th Annual Posada Navidena
Join for food, activities, toys, and winter clothes as well as meeting Wraparound Services staff, and local community organizations. Info here.
When: Sat, Dec. 16th from 9am - noon
Where: Sam Houston MSTC High School, 9400 Irvington Blvd.
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Radiant Nature
Walk a mile through gorgeous holiday lights with Houston Botanic Garden's light installation. With a 200ft dragon, giant flowers, and more, all ages can enjoy! Buy tickets here.
When: Now - February 25
Where: Houston Botanic Garden, 1 Botanic Ln.
City Lights Downtown Holiday Magic
See spectacular lights and have family-friendly fun with activities and ice skating. The 11 themed villages across downtown are open to the public and mainly free. More info here.
When: Through the holidays, dates vary
When: Downtown, 11 different locations
Zoo Lights
Enjoy the 12th annual extravaganza will display life-size LED creatures, a new huge color-changing holiday tree, an Infinity Tunnel, and many other awesome decorations. Tickets here.
When: From Nov 17- Jan 7 from 5:30-10:30pm
Where: Houston Zoo, 6200 Hermann Park Dr.
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Election Day for the Houston City Hall runoffs is Saturday from 7am-7pm. Visit HarrisVotes.org to find more info like your voting location and see a copy of the ballot. Click here.
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Writer In The Schools Winter Intensive | |
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The WITS Winter Intensive is a program lead by experienced writers and designed for middle and high school students interested in exploring critical thinking though poetry, prose, and performance.
When: Wed, Dec. 27 through Fri, Dec 29, from 9am-3pm
Where: The WITS House, 1414 Sul Ross St.
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Ways to Support Your Neighbors | |
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Red Kettle Bell Ringer
Volunteer on behalf of The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign. 100% of the funds raised stays in the community to help to those in most need. Sign up to volunteer here.
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DMF Group Toy Drive
Nonprofit DMF Group is collecting unwrapped toys and funding for 500+ kids. More info here.
When: Donate through Wed, Dec 13th
Giveaway Sat, Dec. 16th
Where: 600 Kenrick Dr. Ste. B14
NWEC Toy Drive
As part of their Winter Festival, the toy drive helps Northwest Educational Center give children in need some holiday magic; info here.
When: Donate through Fri, Dec. 15th
Where: 2910 Antoine Dr.
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BARC: Empty The Shelters Means Free Adoptions | |
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From now until December 17th, animal adoptions are FREE at BARC City of Houston's Animal Shelter and Adoption Center. The free adoptions are thanks to the BISSELL Pet Foundation. More info here.
When: Through Sun, Dec. 17th
Hours: Tue, Fri, Sat, & Sun - 12pm - 5pm; Wed & Thu - 12pm - 7pm; Mon- closed
Where: BARC, 3300 Carr St.
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Houston Police Department warns the public to stay vigilant and be aware of "jugging" crooks. These are predators who are looking for shoppers leaving banks, stores, etc., this holiday. Avoid displaying valuables and report any suspicious activity. Watch more here.
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FREE Youth Voice and Accent Classes | |
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Young people can join Harris County Precinct 2 Parks and Rec to learn about vocal support, projection, articulation, and speaking in accents. Register for Junior (ages 6-10) here and Youth (ages 11-16) classes here!
When: Mon & Wed, Dec. 11-20th hour-long classes between 5-7pm
Where: James Driver Park, 10918 1/2 Bently St. 77093
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Students! Space City Credit Union will open applications for scholarships in early 2024 for distribution prior to the fall semester. Those interested in applying, follow Space City Credit Union on Facebook and X for additional details, here.
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Watch City Council Meetings Virtually | |
Watch Public Session and Agenda Sessions here. | |
Need Additional Resources? | |
Check out our District H Resources Page for links and more information about available resources. Resources are updated every week. | | | | |
