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My Houston 2040 - Happy Hour
03/11/2010 - 5:00pm - 6:45pm
My Houston 2040
A new Happy Hour meeting of the minds
Co-hosted by Houston Tomorrow, GHASP, and Citizens' Transportation Coalition
Sponsored by Change Magazine and New LivingThursday, March 11, 2009
5:00 - 6:45 PM
Rudyard's Upstairs, 2010 Waugh Drive
Free and open to the public. Food and drinks available at bar.5:30 The Livable Centers plan for Houston's East End, Meredith Dang
5:55 My Houston 2040, Andrew BurlesonThe Idea
Houston Tomorrow, GHASP, and the Citizens' Transportation Coalition agree that Houstonians can build a better Houston today by thinking about the Houston we may inherit in 2040 and the Houston we want in 2040. Each happy hour will include time for networking and socializing, a topical speaker who will give an informational presentation on Houston urbanism, transportation planning, culture, environment, and more, and a visionary speaker who will give their "My Houston 2040" talk: what they think Houston will be like in 2040, what they want it to be like in 2040, and / or what they want us to do to make it like they want it to be in 2040.This month's speakers
The Livable Centers Plan for Houston's East End
Meredith Dang, AICPMeredith Dang is the Land Use Transportation Coordinator for the Community and Environmental Planning Department with the Houston-Galveston Area Council. Her responsibilities include managing H-GAC’s Livable Centers, Subregional Planning, and Eco-Logical programs, providing technical assistance to local governments, and training local officials on land use transportation coordination principles. Ms. Dang is a certified planner and received her Masters in Planning from the University of Southern California and BA from Rice University.
Ms. Dang will explain the Livable Centers program in general, but will focus on the East End Livable Centers Plan.
My Houston 2040
Andrew BurlesonAndrew Burleson is a professional urban designer and real estate consultant in Houston. He started neoHOUSTON in 2008 to add to the local dialogue on urbanism and business. His professional work is concentrated on the design, finance, and entitlement of pedestrian and transit-oriented real estate developments. He has a Master’s Degree in Real Estate Development and a Bachelor’s in Environmental Design. He has lived in various places around the world, mainly Illinois, Texas, and Italy – but now he lives in Montrose.
Mr. Burleson is President of CNU-Houston and works as a Senior Project Consultant for Davico Realty Group.
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**Green Mixer & Living Off the Land Dinner**
03/12/2010 - 5:30pm - 9:30pm
Green Mixer followed by Living Off the Land Dinner Series
Hosted by Houston Green Scene and Last Organic OutpostGreen Mixer
Where the Green-minded Meet & MixA casual mixer/collaboration event where green-minded, green-curious and green-friendly people meet to see what's happening in the Green Scene. We will be highlighting local, green businesses, organizations and sustainable-oriented efforts. If you are a green professional, own a green business, or are just looking to connect with the green community—don’t miss it!
Living Off the Land
A Celebration of Local, Seasonal Foods"Living Off the Land," is a dinner series showcasing local, seasonal, fresh food from the Emile Community Farm, the largest farm of the Last Organic Outpost. These dinners feature the creatively crafted recipes of and are skillfully prepared by the Farm’s Resident Chef Marcella Murff Icet.
Local, fresh, pure goodness!
Donation $20/person
RSVP now at 713-931-6100; 50 Maximum, plates go fast!
Dinner begins at 7pm**Special Guest: The Gorilla Dance Band will perform for us. Don't miss this opportunity to hear these guys! Check them out on Facebook.**
Last Concert Café is located at 1403 Nance, Houston 77002
For more information, go to: http://houstongreenscene.org/ or http://lastorganicoutpost.org/Direct questions or inquiries to: info@houstongreenscene.org
Contact: Mona Metzger
(281) 682-4362
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Kayaking Lessons at Twin Lakes with Ben Kvanli-Olympian!
03/13/2010 - 8:45am - 3:00pm
BCO has been doing lots of kayaking lately, and if you want to get in on the action, you should take this course with Ben Kvanli at Twin Lakes. He will show you the basics of kayaking, including gear, boats, and handling. Then, after lunch if you want he can work with you on rolling, strokes and other more advanced moves.
The cost of the day includes instructor, boat rental, life vests, and helmets.
We need a minimum of 8 people for this event to happen and we can only accommodate 12 people maximum, so make sure and RSVP as soon as possible! The cost for this event is $85.00 for members and $120.00 for non members.
Don't forget to bring water, lunch or snacks and lots of sunscreen!DIRECTIONS: http://www.scubapark.net/map.shtml Click link for directions. Look in "Location Website" for a map. 19230 Morris Ave., Manvel, TX 77578
For more information or to RSVP call 713-524-3567 or visit www.BayouCityOutdoors.com
Name of Event: Kayaking Lessons at Twin Lakes with Ben Kvanli-Olympian!
Day of Event: 03/13/2010
Start Time: 8:45 am
End Time: 3:00 pm
Address: Twin Lakes -
Kayaking Lessons at Lake Woodlands with Olympian Ben Kvanli
03/14/2010 - 8:45am - 3:00pm
BCO has been doing lots of kayaking lately, and if you want to get in on the action, you should take this course with Ben at Lake Woodlands. He will show you the basics of kayaking, including gear, boats, and handling. After lunch you can work on strokes, rolling and advanced moves.
The cost of the day includes instructor, boat rental, life vests, and helmets.
We need a minimum of 8 people for this event to happen and we can only accommodate 12 people maximum, so make sure and RSVP as soon as possible! The cost for this event is $85.00 for members and $120.00 for non members.
Don't forget to bring water, snacks or lunch and sunscreen!
DIRECTIONS: I-45 north the Lake Woodlands drive (exit #77) turn left (west) and follow lake woodlands drive cross the lake and take the first left into North Shore Park. Look for the yellow BCO sign and meet at the boat launch. 8:45 AM- 3:00 PMFor more information or to RSVP call 713-524-3567 or visit www.BayouCityOutdoors.com
Name of Event: Kayaking Lessons at Lake Woodlands with Olympian Ben Kvanli
Day of Event: 03/14/2010
Start Time: 8:45 am
End Time: 3:00 pm
Address: Lake Woodlands -
KPFT's 40th Anniversary Party
03/14/2010 - 12:00pm - 9:00pm
KPFT turned 40 on March 1, 2010 and we're inviting you to help us kick off a year of celebrating four decades of success!!! It's gonna be a foot stompin' good time at our 40th Anniversary Big Top Show graciously hosted by McGonigel's Mucky Duck 2425 Norfolk, Houston, TX 77098
Sunday March 14
12 noon to 9 pm
Tickets are a cool $20 at the door.
The tent will be heatin' up with 12 hot acts in order of appearance:
Lizzy D
Shotgun Party
John Evans
Jack Saunders
Mike Stinson
Guy Forsyth
Sisters Morales
Greg Trooper
Randy Weeks
Ray Wylie Hubbard
The Mighty Orq
The Leo TrioFor more information: go to http://www.kpft.org/
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Awakening the Dreamer
03/14/2010 - 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Awakening the Dreamer,
Changing the Dream Symposium
Houston
March 14
Sunday
2:00 to 4:30 PMBeing held at the Earth Sanctuary (ie. Texas Garden Dreams) 13424-B Briar Forest, 77077
For details and cost, contact Cathy Ingham at
281-558-1112 or email Cathy at:
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Diva eXchange: clothing swap
03/14/2010 - 3:00pm - 5:00pm
It's the best women's networking event in town!
It's a party . . networking event . . clothing swap,When: Sunday, March 14th 3:00pm-5:00pm
Where: Samadhi Yoga and Dance Studio's
217 E 28th Street Houston, TX 77008.Check out their website and look at the gazebo. Hopefully the weather will be good and we can network and munch outside. Come and meet our hostesses.
Hosted by: Turkan and Rozi & Healthy Lifestyle with Marian Bell
It's simple... bring items from your closet that you don't want.
Choose items at the Diva eXchange Party that you do want!
Swapping is what we do. Does not matter how many items you bring you get to swap for as many as fits you. (have to see it). But please bring lots with you - clean out the closet and drawers. JEWELRY, SHOES, SCARVES, PURSES, NIGHTIES THAT ARE TAKING UP SPACE...bring them to the diva "clothing swap"
The ultimate in reducing, recycling, regifting and networking!!Bring business cards, white elephant items, nearly new kitchen and entertaining items that are gathering moss, plus items listed in the instructions below. New addition - BYOB -Bring Your Own Bags(fancy ones from the stores you are not shopping in anymore) to put your items in. ok byob if you insist - wine, sparkling waters.
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Arboretum's Spring Break Camp: Mammal Mania
03/15/2010 (All day) - 03/19/2010 (All day)
Mammal Mania: March 15-19, 2010. From mice to whales and armadillos to humans - all these creatures share characteristics that make them mammals. In the Arboretum's Spring Break Camp, kids will discover the wonders of fur, test their acute mammal sense of smell, and find out how mammals survived the great extinction that ended the age of dinosaurs. Arboretum Naturalist teachers will lead children ages 5 to 12 in a week full of fun, educational activities, both indoors and outside on the Arboretum's 155-acres. Class sizes are limited. Get details and register from the Arboretum's website. Summer camp registration will begin soon.
Arboretum's Website: http://bit.ly/9PvlUA
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Food For Thought: Growing Gourmet Veggies from Urban Harvest
03/17/2010 - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Food For Thought
Growing Gourmet Vegetables:
March 17, 2010WHAT
Urban Harvest continues its Food For Thought series, a new, thought provoking cycle of panel discussions on today’s hot topics that support growing and eating locally. The panels will be lead by local and regional experts, and are scheduled for the third Wednesday of each month. Urban Harvest inspires and empowers people of diverse backgrounds to grow healthy foods, in the process enriching the city we call home. With three hard-working programs at its core – Community Gardens, Education and Urban Harvest Farmers Market – Urban Harvest supports a network of gardens, farms and orchards in the greater Houston area. Food For Thought is the perfect complement to further Urban Harvest’s core mission.NEXT UP
Growing Gourmet Vegetables. Come learn about the latest, greatest vegetable varieties to plant this spring. Our panel will feature farmers and chefs who are very passionate about their favorite vegetable varieties to plant and eat.WHEN
Wednesday March 17 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (6:30-7:00 pm social) (7:00-8:00 pm moderated panel discussion) (8:00-8:30 pm Q&A session)WHERE
The Multipurpose Room of the Oberholtzer Residence Hall, 108 Oberholtzer Hall, University of Houston, Central Campus.COST
Free - Open to the PublicSPONSORS
University of Houston, TX AgriLife Extension Service , Grizzaffi Coffee, Fischer Schalles Associates, Katy Bomar Creative, Patterson Murphy Public RelationsFor more information and directions, visit the front page of our website www.urbanharvest.org.
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Greens Bayou Clean up and Tree Planting
03/20/2010 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
The Greens Bayou Corridor Coalition will conduct a trash pick-up and tree planting along Greens Bayou on Saturday, March 20th. Come prepared to spend about three hours picking up assorted garbage. We will have food and drinks available at the parking lot behind Walgreens. Adults will need to sign liability release forms. Minors must have a liability release form signed by their parents. Come help as we attempt to clean up our corner of Houston. This is the first clean up of the bayou, so we need all the help we can get.
For more Information please contact Mike Castro: mcastro@ci.jersey-village.tx.us O: (713) 466-2109
