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Aug
10
Fri
Evening Chill @ Houston Zoo
Aug 10 @ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Evening Chill Presented by TXU Energy Snowin’ in the South

Thanks to TXU Energy, the Houston Zoo is staying open late, so you can enjoy the animals in the cooler evening weather. Join us for Evening Chill every Friday & Saturday evening from June 22 through August 18. From 5 to 8 p.m. guests can enjoy added music and fun family activities that are sure to entertain kids and adults alike! All activities are included in Zoo admission and are free for Zoo Members.

Last entry into the zoo at 7.30pm.

Looking for a cool discount? All summer long, save $4 on regular Zoo admission (adult and child tickets!) when you arrive after 4 p.m.
Purchase anytime, valid for one use May 26 – Sept 3
Online only – cannot be purchased at the Zoo

Aug
11
Sat
Evening Chill @ Houston Zoo
Aug 11 @ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Evening Chill Presented by TXU Energy Snowin’ in the South

Thanks to TXU Energy, the Houston Zoo is staying open late, so you can enjoy the animals in the cooler evening weather. Join us for Evening Chill every Friday & Saturday evening from June 22 through August 18. From 5 to 8 p.m. guests can enjoy added music and fun family activities that are sure to entertain kids and adults alike! All activities are included in Zoo admission and are free for Zoo Members.

Last entry into the zoo at 7.30pm.

Looking for a cool discount? All summer long, save $4 on regular Zoo admission (adult and child tickets!) when you arrive after 4 p.m.
Purchase anytime, valid for one use May 26 – Sept 3
Online only – cannot be purchased at the Zoo

Aug
17
Fri
Evening Chill @ Houston Zoo
Aug 17 @ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Evening Chill Presented by TXU Energy Snowin’ in the South

Thanks to TXU Energy, the Houston Zoo is staying open late, so you can enjoy the animals in the cooler evening weather. Join us for Evening Chill every Friday & Saturday evening from June 22 through August 18. From 5 to 8 p.m. guests can enjoy added music and fun family activities that are sure to entertain kids and adults alike! All activities are included in Zoo admission and are free for Zoo Members.

Last entry into the zoo at 7.30pm.

Looking for a cool discount? All summer long, save $4 on regular Zoo admission (adult and child tickets!) when you arrive after 4 p.m.
Purchase anytime, valid for one use May 26 – Sept 3
Online only – cannot be purchased at the Zoo

Aug
18
Sat
Evening Chill @ Houston Zoo
Aug 18 @ 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Evening Chill Presented by TXU Energy Snowin’ in the South

Thanks to TXU Energy, the Houston Zoo is staying open late, so you can enjoy the animals in the cooler evening weather. Join us for Evening Chill every Friday & Saturday evening from June 22 through August 18. From 5 to 8 p.m. guests can enjoy added music and fun family activities that are sure to entertain kids and adults alike! All activities are included in Zoo admission and are free for Zoo Members.

Last entry into the zoo at 7.30pm.

Looking for a cool discount? All summer long, save $4 on regular Zoo admission (adult and child tickets!) when you arrive after 4 p.m.
Purchase anytime, valid for one use May 26 – Sept 3
Online only – cannot be purchased at the Zoo

Sep
22
Sat
Benefit Concert for Climate Change @ 1st Unitarian Universalist Church
Sep 22 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Houston Peace & Justice Center

Project Drawdown researched 100 different movements to help our climate. They found that curbing population growth is a significant part, 11%, of the solution.

The Climate Action Team of First Unitarian Universalist Church will host Traveler in a concert on Saturday, September 22, at the Church at 5200 Fannin. Traveler is a well-known three-member group of local folk/rock/blues singer-songwriters. Pay what you can but the suggested donation is $20. Proceeds will be donated to Clinic Access and the Malala Fund, both of which combat climate change by helping to stabilize the population. For more information, visit hpjc.org.

Oct
20
Sat
Inaugural Greens Bayou Gala @ Hilton Houston North
Oct 20 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Greens Bayou Gala

You are invited to contribute to Green Bayou’s legacy amongst other compassionate supporters. Join Greens Bayou for their Inaugural Greens Bayou Gala. At the Gala, the Greens Bayou will reflect on The Coalition’s accomplishments with a night dancing, live music, silent auction, and a plated dinner and drinks.

Registration ends on Saturday, October 06, 2018. Please consider purchasing a ticket to the VIP reception before the Gala at 6 p.m. and network with Houston-area leaders.

Nov
3
Sat
Blackwood Harvest Hoedown @ Blackwood Educational Land Institute
Nov 3 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Blackwood LandBlackwood Land is delighted to announce the first-annual Blackwood Harvest Hoedown, an immersive farm experience celebrating land, food, and community. Hoedown guests will enjoy curated classes and demonstrations from vendors (for adults and youth alike) as well as strolling through the Harvest Market to shop a variety of local goods.  A farm-fresh lunch is included, followed by a keynote presentation and musical performances. Adults can enjoy crafted beer and specialty wines in the Bier Garten while the Kid Zone provides a supervised area with activities for young explorers to have fun and learn about nature.

General Admission: $15.00
Youth Admission (Ages 5-15): $5.00
Young Explorer’s (5 and under): Free

 

For more information, visit blackwoodland.org.

Bayou City Waterkeeper’s 11th Annual Folks ‘N Oysters @ Popken's Bayside Home
Nov 3 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Image result for bayou city waterkeeperJoin Bayou City Waterkeeper for their 11th annual Folks ‘N Oysters, benefiting Bayou City Waterkeeper. They will feature local oysters, good food and drinks, live music, and – new this year – a fantastic wine pull. Enjoy the sunset right on Galveston Bay while helping Bayou City Waterkeeper celebrate the close of the year with friends from around their watershed.

Mar
23
Sat
Brew on the Bayou @ Gulf Coast Bird Observatory
Mar 23 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join the Gulf Coast Bird Observatory for their second annual Brew on the Bayou. Come sample and enjoy specialty brews from local breweries as well as wines. Listen to live music, grab a bite to eat from local food trucks and check out some hot items during their silent auction.

Tickets are $20/person in advance – call 979-480-0999. Tickets will cost $25 at the door. ID required at door for alcohol drinking.

GCBO is seeking donations for their silent auction and volunteers to help run Brew.

  • March 22nd — GCBO needs your help to set up, starting at 9 a.m. until about 2 p.m. Coffee and donuts in the morning and pizza lunch will be served.
  • March 23rd — Volunteer hours will be from 3-9 p.m. Food truck meal vouchers and soft drinks / water will be provided.

Contact Tricia Patton, information provided above, or Martin Hagne.

Apr
13
Sat
Willow Waterhole 2019 MusicFEST @ Willow Waterhole Greenway
Apr 13 @ 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

The seventh edition of the Willow Waterhole 2017 MusicFEST will be held on April 13-14. Coming on the heels of last year’s successful MusicFEST 2018, which featured 20 hours of FREE diverse music provided by 16 Pro Bands and 7 Student-School Band and the dynamic Artist Village with over 40 participating artists, our hopes are that this year’s event will exceed your expectations in quality performances and exciting amenities. Come join us for two fun-filled days of music and entertainment at the naturally beautiful 290-acre Willow Waterhole Greenway.

Volunteers are needed as greeters, parking assistants, tent and equipment set up, etc.

For more information, visit mailchi.mp or facebook.com.