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Mar
17
Sat
Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse (Members Only) @ Salvage Warehouse
Mar 17 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

All of the material at Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse has been reclaimed from historic houses that Historic Houston has deconstructed, as well as individual items that have been brought to our Salvage Warehouse.  The Salvage Warehouse, now located at 1200 National, has become a regional resource for reclaimed building materials serving an 11 county region of Southeast Texas. Materials at the Salvage Warehouse include, but are not limited to, reclaimed wood flooring, windows and screens, interior/exterior doors and hardware, interior/exterior siding, paneling, and millwork, lumber, bath and kitchen fixtures, cabinetry, and exterior ironwork.

Salvage Warehouse is open to members on the first and third Saturdays. No appointments needed on Saturdays.

Due to limited staffing during the week, current members can chop at the Salvage Warehouse by appointment Tuesday – Friday between 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Members can schedule an appointment by calling 713-553-7035.

For more information, visit historichouston.org.

Mar
23
Fri
Sleuthing, The Avengers, and Chemistry @ Burdine Hall
Mar 23 @ 5:30 pm – 8:15 pm

Discover how superheroes like the Avengers use chemistry to keep villains in check and save the world, and how forensic chemistry can help real-life crime fighters. Join Dr. Burks as she shares her experiences, from working in a crime lab to being a professor and TV personality, all while developing research tools for chemical sleuthing.
We encourage attendees to dress up as their favorite superhero and join us at this family friendly event. We ask that costumes do NOT include facsimiles of weapons (including toys or props).
Dr. Raychelle Burks is a professor at St. Edwards University who enjoys the challenge of developing methods for detecting a variety of materials, including illegal drugs and explosives. She designs portable sensors, including those that work in your smart phone, that can make chemical measurements in the field. She helped create and organize SciPop Talks!, a popular talk series blending science and pop culture. Dr. Burks is a popular science communicator, appearing on the Science Channel’s Outrageous Acts of Science, American Chemical Society’s Reactions videos, Royal Society of Chemistry podcasts, and at conventions such as DragonCon and GeekGirlCon.
Directions and Parking
The talk takes place in Burdine Hall, Room 106 located at 2505 University Avenue. Hot Science – Cool Talks attendees may park at the 27th Street Garage (TSG) located at 109 W. 27th St. at the discounted rate of $4. Only if you park at this garage will you receive the discount. Please bring your parking ticket with you to the event. Parking staff will sell discounted parking passes from 5:30-7:15 p.m. Only debit and credit cards are accepted. There will not be PTS staff at the garage.
From parking garage to event venue: Exit the garage on Wichita St. Walk south on Wichita St, crossing Dean Keeton St, and entering the Burdine Courtyard through the archway next to the Biomedical Engineering Building. See a map here.
Check-in
All talk attendees are required to have a ticket to attend the talk. Check-in is available at 5:30 p.m. or no later than 6:50 p.m. in the hallways outside of Room 106 in Burdine Hall. Please bring your Eventbrite ticket (printed or email) to check-in. We ask that everyone is seated by 6:50 p.m. or you may lose your seat. We expect the talk and its Q & A session will end by 8:15 p.m. though ending times may vary depending on the speaker.

Cool Activities
Explore the evening’s topic through hands-on activities and information from 5:30 – 6:40 p.m. Closer to the event date, we will share a list of organizations participating in Cool Activities.
We encourage attendees to dress up as their favorite superhero and join us at this family friendly event. A prize will be awarded to the winner with the best superhero costume. We ask that costumes do NOT include facsimiles of weapons (including toys or props).
About Hot Science – Cool Talks
Hot Science – Cool Talks provides a front row seat to world-class research. Presented by the Environmental Science Institute (ESI) this nationally recognized series allows leading researchers from The University of Texas at Austin and other prominent universities to share their passion about science, technology, engineering and math with the general public. Events are held six times a year.

Mar
29
Thu
Texas Women in Conservation Luncheon and Terry Hershey Awards @ Jr. League of Houston
Mar 29 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

Annual Audubon Texas Women In Conservation Luncheon featuring the Terry Hershey Awards

Sponsor Reception 11AM | Luncheon 12PM

2018 LUNCHEON CHAIR

Jan Cato 2018

TERRY HERSHEY AWARD RECIPIENTS

Maxine Johnston

Claire Caudill

Linda Shead

 

The National Audubon Society is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Our federal tax ID number is 13-1624102.

Apr
7
Sat
Houston Zoo Member Mornings @ Houston Zoo
Apr 7 @ 8:30 am

On the first Saturday of each month (in November it is on the first Sunday), Members can enter the Zoo one hour before opening to the general public. Enjoy cooler weather and see the keepers prepare enrichment and animal areas all around the zoo.

Each month, a different Meet the Keeper Talk (Presented by Phillips 66) is featured at 8:30 a.m. exclusively for Zoo members. Hear from one of our Zoo’s experts and gain professional insight about the featured animals. Learn from the best in the field about what it really takes to care for the diverse animals that call the Zoo home!

This event is always FREE for Zoo Members, and there’s no need to RSVP – just show up and enjoy!


2018 Member Mornings

  • January 6 – Bug House
  • February 3 – Gorillas
  • March 3 – Aquarium
  • April 7 – Tapir
  • May 5 – Bears

*Dates and animal habitat are subject to change


Membership – Lost your card? Just joined and have questions? For all membership related questions, e-mail us at membership@houstonzoo.org or call 713-533-6535.

Ticket or Membership Donations – If you represent a charitable nonprofit organization seeking Houston Zoo memberships or tickets for your fundraising event, visit our Membership and Ticket Donation webpage.

Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse (Members Only) @ Salvage Warehouse
Apr 7 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

All of the material at Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse has been reclaimed from historic houses that Historic Houston has deconstructed, as well as individual items that have been brought to our Salvage Warehouse.  The Salvage Warehouse, now located at 1200 National, has become a regional resource for reclaimed building materials serving an 11 county region of Southeast Texas. Materials at the Salvage Warehouse include, but are not limited to, reclaimed wood flooring, windows and screens, interior/exterior doors and hardware, interior/exterior siding, paneling, and millwork, lumber, bath and kitchen fixtures, cabinetry, and exterior ironwork.

Salvage Warehouse is open to members on the first and third Saturdays. No appointments needed on Saturdays.

Due to limited staffing during the week, current members can chop at the Salvage Warehouse by appointment Tuesday – Friday between 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Members can schedule an appointment by calling 713-553-7035.

For more information, visit historichouston.org.

Apr
8
Sun
Solarize Houston for Houses of Worship (and Their Members) @ Emerson Unitarian-Universalist Church
Apr 8 @ 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
  1. On April 8, 2018, at 2:30 p.m., the Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston invites you to learn how you and/or your house of worship can go solar for less by leveraging Solarize Houston, a program of the Houston Renewable Energy Group, a local nonprofit dedicated to promoting renewable energy solutions and businesses. PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy), a very attractive financing option for houses of worship and other commercial properties, will also be covered. You may attend this event in person or online via web meeting. Please register for this event at eventbrite.com. For more information, please contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com.
Apr
13
Fri
Zoobilee – Member Appreciation Event @ Houston Zoo
Apr 13 @ 9:00 am – 8:00 pm

Zoo Members are exclusively invited to attend this special one-day event! Get to know our animals at our Meet the Keeper Talks Presented by Phillips 66, play a variety of games, dance along with our children’s DJ, enjoy free Wildlife Carousel rides and top off your visit with a chilly treat.

Kids can also embark on an exciting expedition to meet some of our remarkable residents and get a special passport stamped from exotic lands. Every child who completes a passport receives a prize!

Best of all, the Zoo is open to Members ONLY for an entire day!

To register or for more information, visit houstonzoo.org.

Apr
21
Sat
Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse (Members Only) @ Salvage Warehouse
Apr 21 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

All of the material at Historic Houston’s Salvage Warehouse has been reclaimed from historic houses that Historic Houston has deconstructed, as well as individual items that have been brought to our Salvage Warehouse.  The Salvage Warehouse, now located at 1200 National, has become a regional resource for reclaimed building materials serving an 11 county region of Southeast Texas. Materials at the Salvage Warehouse include, but are not limited to, reclaimed wood flooring, windows and screens, interior/exterior doors and hardware, interior/exterior siding, paneling, and millwork, lumber, bath and kitchen fixtures, cabinetry, and exterior ironwork.

The Salvage Warehouse is open during the week, Tuesday- Friday 10-3 by appointment due to limited staffing and on the first and third Saturday’s of the month from 10-4.

Members can make appointments to visit the Salvage Warehouse mid-week by calling
713-522-0542 to set an appointment. Please contact Historic Houston’s office at
713-522-0542 for further information

For more information, visit historichouston.org.

Apr
26
Thu
Urban Wild Happy Hour (Members only) @ Eight Row Flint
Apr 26 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

WelcomeUW

Calling all Urban Wild members!

Join Memorial  Park Conservancy for a Happy Hour in celebration of Earth Day on April 26 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.! Enjoy a drink at Eight Row Flint, meet up with like-minded young professionals, and learn what Memorial Park Conservancy is all about. Guests are welcome. For more information, visit memorialparkconservancy.org or call (713) 863-8403.

Apr
28
Sat
Invasives Beware/ Citizen Scientists Training @ Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center
Apr 28 @ 9:00 am

Join a staff naturalist to learn how to identify invasive species, the importance of
monitoring and how to properly remove and control their spread. Ages 12+. Reservations required beginning April 18, 2018.

All Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center programs requiring reservations are limited in size and open to one family per phone call. Group reservations are not allowed unless otherwise indicated. Preferential reservations are given to Harris County residents. Persons not residing in Harris County may attend a space-limited program if spaces are available.

All programs and events are free of charge unless otherwise noted and open to the public regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, physical ability, national origin, or religion. Anyone requiring special assistance to participate in these programs should contact the nature center. Programs meet at the Nature Center unless otherwise noted. Solid shoes are recommended for all walks. Call 281-446-8588 for reservations or information.