High-resolution photos HERE HOUSTON, TX (January 22, 2025)—Fresh from her record-breaking, gravity-defying performance as Elphaba in the smash hit film Wicked, multi-award-winning British actress Cynthia Erivo joins Principal POPS Conductor Steven Reineke and the Houston Symphony for one very special concert performance on April 9, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. at Jones Hall. Cynthia Erivo won both the Tony and Grammy Awards for her Broadway debut role as Celie in The Color Purple, and seems to […]
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Attend the next Landscape Success class because it’s on Zoom and you can watch and learn from the comfort of your home
You don’t have to worry about driving in wintery weather to attend the next Landscape Success class because it’s on Zoom and you can watch and learn from the comfort of your home. The 90-minute online class “Growing a Great Lawn” will begin at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24. Register at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcucuCgqDsvHNfE09ehj6jBzy9hM7zuHEei All registered attendees will receive a link to the class recording. The class will address the basics of grasses suitable for our region as well as […]
Parker Elementary Advanced Chorus selected to perform at prestigious American Choral Directors Association conference in Dallas
Funds needed to help Parker students achieve this dream Houston, January 22, 2025 – The Parker Elementary Advanced Chorus, under the direction of Marianna Parnas-Simpson, has been selected as one of the performing ensembles at the prestigious American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) Conference in Dallas March 18-22—a distinction granted to only the most exceptional choral groups in the nation. This magnet school in Houston Independent School District (HISD) is the only elementary school in the United […]
Express Valentine’s Day Weddings Are Back at The Heritage Society Starting at $75
The Heritage Society Is Hosting Three Affordable Historic Wedding Venues and Ceremonies Houston, January 120: Since 2021, The Heritage Society has offered affordable wedding options for couples who were pressed with inflation and/or pandemic issues. On Friday, February 14, 2025, The Heritage Society will continue their annual Valentine’s Day wedding express ceremonies at historic locations in Downtown Houston at 1100 Bagby Street, thanks to their sponsors and donors. “We were sold out within one day after we […]
Art Colony Association Announces Bayou City Art Festival Spring 2025 Featured Artist: Gwendolyn E. Redfern
Saturday and Sunday, March 29-30, 2025 HOUSTON (January 20, 2025) – The Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA) has announced the Bayou City Art Festival featured artist for the Spring Downtown Festival is Gwendolyn E. Redfern, a watercolor painter from Raleigh, NC. More than 250 artists from around the country, representing 19 different disciplines will showcase their art at the Bayou City Art Festival on March 29-30, 2025 in Downtown Houston. Redfern’s artist statement: “I spy with my naked […]
4 Tips to Ensure a Responsible Approach for Social Sports Gaming
You’ve seen ads on social sports gaming platforms everywhere—whether it’s social media or while playing video games—haven’t you? For once, you must have wondered why fantasy sports, sports prediction games, and free-to-play sports betting apps are gaining traction. The explanation is simple: social sports gaming allows people to put their sports knowledge to the test and win real money while competing with friends. Their popularity has made the global social sports gaming sector a […]
Houston Grand Opera Announces 2025 Concert of Arias Winners
Emerging Artists Awarded Top Honors at 37th Annual Eleanor McCollum Competition for Young Singers DOWNLOAD IMAGES HERE Credit: Michael Bishop HOUSTON—January 17, 2025—Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is proud to announce the winners for this year’s Concert of Arias, the 37th Annual Eleanor McCollum Competition for Young Singers, held this evening at the Wortham Theater Center and livestreamed for worldwide audiences. The 2025 Concert of Arias winners include: 1st Place prizeof $25,000: Geonho Lee, baritone 2nd Place prizeof […]
2025 LUNAR NEW YEAR Slither into fun at Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center’s Year of the Snake Celebration!
Saturday, Jan. 25 WHAT: Hisssss-tory is in the making as Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center – A Very Special Project of Children’s Museum Houston, invites you to celebrate the Year of the Snake with a fang-tastic Lunar New Year event! With sss-sensational activities and dazzling performances that are sss-sure to delight, it’s the perfect way to honor this cherished East and Southeast Asian tradition. WHAT’S HAPPENING: Story Time: Join us for stunning tales that weave […]
Fort Bend EEA Hosting Rise & Shine Bingo Fundraiser
Fort Bend EEA will be hosting a Rise & Shine Bingo Fundraiser to raise funds to provide financial support for the community service projects we do and for the scholarships that benefit Fort Bend County 4-H youth members attending leadership camps. Fort Bend EEA is a member of The Texas Extension Education Association, Inc. (TEEA). They are a 501c3 non-profit corporation registered in the State of Texas for the purpose of education. Our focus is educational programs for […]
Parent-Approved Essentials for Sleepover Parties
Imagine a room filled with laughter, excited whispers, and the sound of friends having the time of their lives. That’s the magic of a sleepover party — a cherished childhood tradition that fosters friendship, fun, and unforgettable memories. Whether you’re hosting your child’s first sleepover or planning their tenth, this guide has got you covered. These parent-approved essentials will make every sleepover a hit! Setting the Stage for Comfort One key ingredient for a successful […]