TONIGHT: Houston Land Bank Meeting | |
The Houston Land Bank and the City of Houston have established a strategic partnership for the environmental remediation of the former Velasco Incinerator site in Second Ward. Learn more here and plan on attending the public meeting tonight, see flier.
When: Thurs, Oct. 26th from 6:30-8:00pm
Where: CC Felix Fraga Academic Campus, 301 Drennan St.
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Tidwell Transit Center
Join METRO to review the current Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Plan for the Tidwell Transit Center. More info on the website and event info here.
When: Thurs, Oct. 26th, 6-8pm
Where: HTX Art, 8321 Jensen Dr.
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Denver Harbor Speed Cushions
New speed cushions for Denver Harbor will be installed next week. The work is expected to take approximately 6 weeks if there are no weather delays. See map here.
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Street & Drainage Improvement
Work Authorization has been issued for street and drainage improvements near 406 Estelle. The work is scheduled to begin Mon, Oct. 30th.
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Avenue Place Speed Cushions
Due to contractor issues, the speed cushions that were intended to be installed the first week of October will begin to be installed next week.
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SATURDAY! TechConnect Fairs | |
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Make plans for your family to attend one of the five TechConnect Fairs at parks' Family Fun Day on Oct. 28th! The whole family can engage in interactive STEM activities. Event flier here.
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When: Sat, Oct. 28th from 11am to 1pm
Where: Numerous Houston Parks:
Clark Park, 9710 Clark Rd.
Independence Heights Park, 603 E 35th St.
Lincoln Park, 979 Grenshaw
Melrose Park, 1001 Canino
Moody Park, 3725 Fulton
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Neighborhood Celebrations | |
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Neighborhoods across District H are hosting events to celebrate community-building, neighborhood camaraderie, and strengthening community partnerships.
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Barrick Elementary Trunk or Treat
When: Thurs, Oct. 26th, 4-7 pm
Where: 12001 Winfrey Lane
Friends of Northline Neighborhood Event
When: Fri, Oct. 27th, 4:30-7:30 pm
Where: Northline Elementary, 821 E. Witcher Ln
Dia De Los Muertos in the Heights
People of all ages can enjoy the Montie Beach Civic Club for the Annual Dia de los Muertos / “Day of the Dead” festival.
When: Sat, Oct 28th from 12-8pm
Where: Montie Beach Park, 915 Northwood St.
East End: Dia de los Muertos
Remember your loved ones with this Dia De Los Muertos event on the Esplanade at Navigation.
When: Sat, Oct 28th from 12-7pm
Where: Esplanade, 2600 Navigation Blvd.
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Trick ART Treat
Free community event with homemade costume contest, mural contest, vendors, and candy for trick or treating.
When: Tues, Oct. 31st, 5-8pm
Where: 8321 Jensen Dr.
Burbank Middle School Fall Family Night
When: Thurs, Nov. 2nd, 5:30-7pm
Where: 315 Berry Rd
Mission Centers Houston Gano Family Night
Enjoy a FREE outdoor movie night and see Coco with your family. Questions? Call 713-227-0304.
When: Fri, Nov. 3rd from 6-8pm
Where: 1815 Gano St.
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Historic Norhill Design Guidelines Meeting | |
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Join Norhill Neighborhood Association for an introduction to 2023 Historic Norhill Design Guidelines with Houston Office of Preservation. More info here.
When: Wed, Nov. 1st from 5:30-7:30pm
Where: Proctor Plaza Park at 803 W. Temple St.
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Stakeholder Conversation for Denver Harbor and East End | |
Join LISC Houston for a discussion on the "state-of" of Fifth Ward, Kashmere/Trinity/Houston Gardens, Channelview/North Shore, and Denver Harbor/Port Houston, East End and Magnolia Park. Learn about work in these communities and give input on neighborhood priorities. Due to limited capacity, please RSVP here.
When: Thurs, Nov. 9th from 9-11:30am, light breakfast provided
Where: Avenue J, 5220 Avenue J
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Enjoy Cigna Sunday in the Park for music, dancing, free food, games, costume contest, trick or treating, and a haunted house! More info here.
When: Sun, Oct 29th, 12-4pm
Where: Settegast Park, 3001 Garrow St.
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Mi Familia Vota & Denver Harbor Cares invite you to a Halloween-themed advocacy workshop to learn how to make a difference in your community. There will be free food and drinks, spooky treats, and a costume contest with prizes! Register to attend.
When: Sat, Oct. 28th 12-3pm
Where: Scenic Woods Regional Library, 10677 Homestead Rd.
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Attend the an adaptive sporting expo featuring 14 Paralympic sports, including wheelchair rugby and basketball, power soccer, and wheelchair racing. There will be clinics and exhibitions in a ‘come and try it’ format. Event details here.
When: Sat, Nov. 4th from 10am-2pm
Where: GRB Convention Center Hall A, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas
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Solid Waste Department Study | |
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This week, Solid Waste Dept. began a study to analyze the trash and recycling from households across Houston. Through Nov 3rd, all contents from select garbage and recycling carts will be collected and loaded it into a box truck. Stay updated via Solid Waste's social media and the HTX Collects app, found on their website.
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New Online Resource to Fight Human Trafficking | |
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This week, the Mayor's Office of Human Trafficking & Domestic Violence announced a partnership with Thomson Reuters to launch a new global online resource center to combat human trafficking. The new global online human trafficking resource center will house the online toolkits and will also be a platform for resources available. Find more info here.
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Houston remains in Drought Stage 2 where water restrictions are mandatory. For more info and updates on the water leaks, see the Houston Public Works report.
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TODAY! Join Houston Police Department for Operation Chill and Trick-or-Treat at 7-Eleven. Meet our officers, have fun, and stay safe this Halloween!
When: Thurs, Oct. 26th 1-4pm
Where: 7-Eleven at 1211 E. Crosstimbers St.
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FREE Youth Mental Health Guide | |
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Available for all youth, Mayor's Office of Education created an unbiased Youth Mental Health Guide that was designed to be graphical and youth-friendly. Share the FREE guide with the youth in your life here.
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Early Voting has begun and runs through Fri, Nov 3rd. A total of 68 voting centers will be open between Mon- Sat, 7am - 7pm. Monday, and Sun, 12-noon - 7pm. On Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 7, 701 voting centers will be open from 7am-7pm. Click here for a list of voting centers.
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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. | | | | |
