The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is ramping up efforts ahead of the holidays to combat package thefts across the county. Black Friday and Cyber Monday kick off the holiday shopping season, a gold mine for porch pirates – or thieves who steal packages outside resident’s homes. This year, retailers are anticipating an uptick in home deliveries due to the ongoing pandemic. As Harris County residents start receiving more mail and packages, the Sheriff’s Office’s Burglary […]
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DPS Increases Enforcement for Thanksgiving Holiday
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is encouraging drivers to make safety a top priority this holiday, as increased travel can present additional challenges for drivers. As part of the nationwide Operation CARE (Crash Awareness and Reduction Effort) initiative, DPS Troopers will be increasing patrols beginning Wednesday, Nov. 25, through Sunday, Nov. 29. DPS Troopers will be looking for drivers who violate the law, including those who are […]
5 Ways to Prepare for Holiday Gatherings
Living with prediabetes or diabetes can sometimes result in wondering what to do with food at gatherings around this time of year. Should you enjoy in bliss or restrict yourself? Well, it can be a happy balance between these options. The holidays should be a time we can feel confident in our choices but enjoy our time together. The tips below can help you prepare for events that come your way! Remember to enjoy the […]
Safely Make Your Holidays Merry and Bright at a Texas State Park, THC Historic Site
Texas State Parks and the Texas Historical Commission host self-guided and social distanced events celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas Although holiday celebrations look a little different this year, Texas State Parks and the Texas Historical Commission State Historic Sites are hosting more than 50 events across the state to help bring in some holiday cheer. Starting this Saturday, Nov. 21, 32 Texas State Parks and six State Historic Sites are presenting Thanksgiving and Christmas themed scavenger hunts, […]
HCC’s Community Learning Classes offer great holiday food and craft options
Ready to make a perfect apple pie for Thanksgiving? Craving a big slice of focaccia bread as part of a mid-week meal? Dreaming of baking gingerbread men as a new holiday tradition? You can do them all through low-cost, personal enrichment classes offered by Houston Community College’s Community Learning program. These all-online courses are offered in real time by HCC expert faculty. They’re designed to teach and give participants holiday joy… just in the (St.) […]
Keeping the Holiday Season Merry and Bright
How to Help Celebrate the Holidays More Safely this Year Preparations for the upcoming holiday festivities have begun, and while the usual hustle and bustle of this merry season may not be the same, there are still ways to celebrate and stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. When making plans for the holidays, consider the following factors: Community Positivity Levels. Consider the level of positive cases in the community, whether your own or one you’ll […]
The Houston Symphony Celebrates The Season With Live Audiences And Livestreaming Of Houston’S Musical Holiday Traditions
Continuing on the performance path that began with livestream-only performances over the summer, and expanding to include live audiences beginning in September, the Houston Symphony welcomes the holidays this year with live audiences and livestreaming access to A Baroque Christmas, as well as the yearly holiday favorite, Very Merry POPS. An annual holiday destination, the Symphony’s concerts range from traditional and classical music to popular festive songs and family-friendly Christmas music. Tickets are now available for […]
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater Houston’s Santa Project, Presented By Kroger, Looking For Sponsors To Fulfill Holiday Wish Lists For Kids In Need
For more than 12 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston’s (BGCGH) Santa Project has provided opportunities for individuals and companies to donate gifts to Greater Houston’s most in-need families during the holiday season, and this year is no exception. BGCGH Santa Project, presented by Kroger, recipients are chosen by Club Directors from each of 23 Club locations in five counties. Club Directors then work with these youngsters and their parents or guardians to […]
Galveston Holiday Festivities to Feature Socially Distanced, Family Friendly Events
The holiday season on Galveston Island is full of tradition, from its popular Festival of Lights to the renowned Victorian festival Dickens on The Strand. This year, the island’s family friendly festivities will continue with adjustments and new guidelines for social distancing and health safety. Here’s a preview of what is happening on the island throughout the holiday season: Moody Gardens is home to Holiday in the Gardens from Nov. 21 – Jan. 2. Here, visitors can […]
Houston Arboretum presents virtual event Holiday Crafts, Recipes and Wines on Nov. 18
To get in the spirit of the December holidays, the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center presents a new virtual event called Holiday Crafts, Recipes and Wines. Explore a tasty variety of wines, perfectly paired for holiday celebrations. Interact directly with a Sonoma County winemaker while creating delicious herbed butter and homemade cranberry sauce. During this experience, participants will learn the importance of using local ingredients and discuss the wildfires impacting wineries on the West Coast. These […]