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August 2020
Houston Restaurant Weeks 2020
Houston Restaurant Weeks returns, bringing another month of charity and prix fixe menus from almost 200 participating restaurants around town. The event is the largest annual fundraiser for Houston Food Bank, the largest food bank in the country. There will be a few changes this year, given the impact of COVID-19 on Houston's restaurant industry. Dine-in and To-go options are available, and $1 from every meal sold will be donated to the Houston Food Bank. Check the lineup for specially…
Find out more »Current Temporary Museum Exhibits & Art Installations Around Houston
Greater Houston boasts some of the finest, and some of the quirkiest, museums and art installations in the nation. And many of them play host to curated and traveling showcases of art, history, science, and ingenuity—including many kid-friendly options. Click here to view our full and detailed list of temporary exhibits and installations currently on display around Greater Houston. Ticketed Exhibits & Installations Museums and destinations are listed in order of prominence, and separated into ticketed exhibits. Ticketed exhibits are…
Find out more »Urban Harvest Farmers Market on Buffalo Speedway
An inner Loop mainstay, Urban Harvest's open-air farmers market features more than 70 local vendors and food producers—including Atkinson Farms, Animal Farm, and Pat Greer’s Kitchen—from within 180 miles of Houston. The market also continues to offer a drive-through service for guests who place orders in advance. Online & To-Go Orders Place your order online directly from market vendors (cut-off times vary by vendor), then on Saturday, go to the second floor of the parking garage near the elevators at the Urban Harvest…
Find out more »Deli Month at Kenny & Ziggy’s New York Delicatessen Restaurant
For the entire month of August, delis across the country will be offering special three-course, prix fixe menus that not only provide a chance to try a number of outstanding traditional deli dishes but also raise money for a chosen charity in each community. This year, the Post Oak location of Kenny & Ziggy’s will be offering a three-course menu for $38, with 10-percent of each meal sold going to the Holocaust Museum Houston’s education programs. Dine on choices from…
Find out more »Peach Street Farmers Market in Angleton
Shop for fresh produce, meats, foodstuffs, jams, honey, handcrafted goods, and more in a warm and friendly open-air farmers market. Food for lunch is usually available for purchase on site. The market happens rain or shine. Social Distancing & COVID-19 Precautions Businesses around Greater Houston and the State of Texas are opening up and individual social distancing practices vary from location to location. Masks are still strongly encouraged and recommended to help reduce the spread of the virus and help…
Find out more »Sound Healing Meditation in the Cistern at Buffalo Bayou Park
Find your center and practice socially distanced mediation in the spacious and tranquil Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern, offered weekly in August 2020. This meditation series will feature the use of singing bowls and wind chimes to encourage mindfulness and connectivity. Guests should bring their own cushion or mat. Social Distancing & COVID-19 Precautions All guests are required to wear a face mask and use hand sanitizer before entering the Cistern. Markers will be placed throughout the space to indicate socially-distanced…
Find out more »Weekly Saturday Farm Stand: Covid 19-Drive By or Pick-up at Hope Farms HTX
The Hope Farms HTX stand offers just-harvested produce every Saturday morning from 9 to noon. They will be serving customers with a drive-through operation. Order your produce in advance and they will have it ready for you. Social Distancing & COVID-19 Precautions Businesses around Greater Houston and the State of Texas are opening up and individual social distancing practices vary from location to location. Masks are still strongly encouraged and recommended to help reduce the spread of the virus and…
Find out more »1st Year Anniversary Party at Braeswood Farmers Market
The Braeswood Farmers Market celebrates its One Year Anniversary Party with plenty of vendors, raffles, a live DJ, and more. Braeswood Farmers Market will be applying COVID-19 precautions. Social Distancing & COVID-19 Precautions Businesses around Greater Houston and the State of Texas are opening up and individual social distancing practices vary from location to location. Masks are still strongly encouraged and recommended to help reduce the spread of the virus and help protect our community. Please contact this organizer directly…
Find out more »Farmers Market at Imperial in Sugar Land
The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce hosts a weekly farmers market at the Imperial Park Recreation Center. The market features fresh seasonal produce from local farmers, grass-fed meats, free-range chickens and eggs, local honey, small-batch foods, and bakery items. There will also be art from local artisans and ready-to-eat food from local chefs and popular food trucks. Social Distancing & COVID-19 Precautions Many businesses around Greater Houston and the State of Texas are open and individual social distancing practices vary from…
Find out more »Acres Homes Farmers Market
The Acres Homes Farmers Market is a locally-sourced market in the historic Acres Homes neighborhood. Hosted by the Acres Homes Health Action Team, the market offers a family-friendly shopping experience offering up fresh and healthy foods, along with other complimentary offerings. The market is held on the third Saturday of every month. Admission No cover to visit the market, but purchases are on you, of course. Click here for more information.
Find out more »Blood Drive at Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
The Houston Arboretum partners with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center to host a series of blood drives at the Arboretum throughout the month of August. All types of blood are needed. Social Distancing & COVID-19 Precautions Businesses around Greater Houston and the State of Texas are opening up and individual social distancing practices vary from location to location. Masks are still strongly encouraged and recommended to help reduce the spread of the virus and help protect our community. Please…
Find out more »Love & Make presents Virtual Candle & Soap Making Workshops Online
Enjoy the fun of Love & Make’s DIY workshops while at home. In these live, virtual workshops, experienced instructors will help participants create their own soy wax candle and/or soap bars. Instructors will go through the use and benefits of the ingredients and teach various tips and techniques. Supplies are not included in the price of the virtual workshop but all materials can be found in the DIY Kits available on the Love & Make website. Click here for more…
Find out more »Love & Make’s Virtual Candle & Soap Making Workshops Online
Enjoy the fun of Love & Make’s DIY workshops while at home. In these live, virtual workshops, experienced instructors will help participants create their own soy wax candle and/or soap bars. Instructors will go through the use and benefits of the ingredients and teach various tips and techniques. Supplies are not included in the price of the virtual workshop but all materials can be found in the DIY Kits available on the Love & Make website. Click here for more…
Find out more »Basement To Attic Tours of the 1892 Bishop’s Palace
The 1892 Bishop’s Palace Basement to Attic Tours offer visitors a rare look into parts of the National Historic Landmark that are typically off-limits. It includes Mrs. Gresham’s studio and an exclusive third-floor, one-of-a-kind panoramic view of the Gulf of Mexico. Offered a few times a month through 2020, these tours are the best opportunity the public has to view all floors of the historic property. About 1892 Bishop's Palace Built of stone and steel for the railroad magnate Walter Gresham and…
Find out more »Love & Make’s Candle Making Workshop in Rice Village
Join Love & Make for an interactive soy wax candle-making workshop. Instructors will teach you the fundamentals of candle-making from start to finish in a fun, laid-back environment. Experience the joy of designing your very own, signature candle fragrance. BYOB welcome. Click here for more information on Love & Make DIY Workshops or to book a private event. Social Distancing & COVID-19 Precautions Businesses around Greater Houston and the State of Texas are opening up and individual social distancing practices vary…
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