District H News

Come celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Art on the Avenue, the largest silent auction of local art in Houston. This year over 250 local artists will be featured. Learn more about this annual fundraiser and the important mission it supports to build and preserve affordable housing, revitalize distressed neighborhoods, while supporting local artists, here.

When: Saturday, December 3rd, 10am-1pm

Where: Winter Street Studios, 2101 Winter Street, 77007

Down Payment Assistance

Down Payment Assistance programs can help first-time homebuyers make their monthly mortgage payment more affordable.

Houston Habitat for Humanity hosts monthly virtual homeownership fairs in English and Spanish that are completely FREE! Next sessions start in January.

Mayor's Holiday Spectacular

Join the Mayor and City of Houston at the official tree lighting this weekend. This event is FREE! More information here

When: Sat, Dec 3rd, 5:00pm

Where: City Hall, 901 Bagby St.

Graffiti Workshop

Join HTX Art and Nicky Davis for an in-person or virtual workshop on graffiti. For more information and registration visit here.

Ages 10 - 18. $30 Donation per participant.

When: Saturday, December 3rd, 10am-12pm

Where: 1519 Fulton, 77009

Holiday First Saturday Arts Market

Come holiday shop with our artists this Saturday! The First Saturday Art Market is the perfect place to find unique gifts. Get a sneak preview of all the artists who'll be there.

More information here.

When: Saturday, December 3rd, 11am-6pm

Where: 540 W 19th St, 77008

Posadas

Mark your calendars for these upcoming Posadas! Both events will include free hot chocolate, free pan dulce, and free entertainment.

Posada with the Port

When: Saturday, December 10th, 10am-12pm

Where: Milby High School, 1601 Broadway St, 77012

More info here

La Posada in Old Sixth Ward

When: Friday, December 16th, 6:30 pm

Where: Historic Dow School, 1900 Kane St., 77007

More info here

Free Movies at Discovery Green

Discovery Green and Bank of America present free family movie nights every Thursday in December and January. Pack a picnic and a blanket and enjoy The Grinch (2018) this Thursday. View the full schedule here

When: Thursdays in December and January, 7pm

Where: Anheuser-Busch Stage, Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney, 77010

Segundo Barrio Children's Choir: Holiday Schedule

Kick off the holidays with SBCC. Enjoy performances throughout the month of December! More information here

Youth Advocacy Training

All youth interested in taking action and impacting change in your community are invited to sign up! Learn how to advocate for the issues you care about and equip yourself with the tools you need.

Sponsored by the Mayor's Office of Education and Children's Defense Fund.

When: December 7th, 6:00pm

Mental Health and Well-Being

Many are dealing with stressors from work and family health issues. Know that it’s ok not to be OK, and there is help for you. Find useful resources here

Protect Our Pipes

Help prevent sanitary sewer overflows by remembering to throw grease away.

Pour fats, oils, and grease into a safe container
Cool in fridge
Toss in the trash

Remember to only flush the 3 P's: Pee, Poo, and (Toliet) Paper!

More information here.

HPD Holiday Tips

With holidays arriving so does the annual holiday shopping season.

Watch the video from Chief Finner and learn some safe shopping tips here.

BARC: Free Microchips

Statistics show that pets are more likely to go missing during holidays.

BARC will be helping our community keep their pets Home for the Holidays by offering *FREE* pet microchips (while supply last). More information here

When: Sat, December 3rd, 8:00am - 10:00am

Where: 3300 Carr St.

Health Department Updates on COVID, Monkey Pox, and Flu

COVID-19

Houston's latest 14-day average COVID-19 positivity rate is 4.7% which is a decreasing trend from previous weeks. Houston's CDC COVID-19 Community Level is currently LOW. The following is still recommended:

Wearing a mask in public indoor settings
6 ft physical distance from others
Staying up to date with COVID vaccines
Getting tested if you have symptoms
Learn more at http://ow.ly/sm8O50IlXnQ.

Monkey Pox

As of Wednesday, November 30th, there are 711 confirmed Monkey Pox cases in Houston. The threat remains low. However, it is still recommended to take precaution and be aware of symptoms and next steps.

Rash may appear and can be extremely painful
Flu-like symptoms
People who develop a rash need to avoid direct contact with other people and contact their health care provider as soon as possible.
For more information Houston Health Department

Flu

The Houston Health Department encourages everyone ages six months and older to protect themselves, their family and community by getting a flu shot now. People can receive flu and COVID-19 vaccines at the same time—in different arms—during a visit to their medical provider. For more information on Flu Shots view here

You Can Watch City Council Meetings Virtually

Watch Public Session and Agenda Sessions here

Virtual City Council Meetings

24/7 Domestic Violence Hotline: (713) 528-2121

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