Outdoor concerts. Movies screened in the fresh air. Food and cultural festivals. They're all on the agenda at Discovery Green during the summer season. Located just a stone's throw away from 3800 Main, this Houston park really comes to life June through August. But with such beautiful weather throughout the year in Texas, there's rarely […]
RAILFEST 2015 is coming on Saturday, May 23, a celebration of the grand opening of two new light-rail lines: The Green Line (East End) and the Purple Line (Southeast). The grand opening of these two new lines will feature a city-wide party at BBVA Compass Stadium, featuring Ne-Yo, the award-winning American R&B singer/songwriter. METRORail will […]
If you have a hands-on learner at home—and at a certain age, what child isn't?—then play a visit to the Children's Museum of Houston. As its name indicates, the museum is geared specifically toward pint-sized learners. That means every colorful exhibit invites kids to touch, not like a stuffy history museum. Make the short drive […]
Please join Mayor Parker and friends on National Bike to Work Day, Friday, May 15, 2015, for a fun, celebratory bike ride around Downtown Houston with a completely NEW route for 2015! Sign up and get more info HERE.
Rain or shine, the Houston Zoo is always open. Even when raindrops start to pitter and patter on your roof, the indoor animal houses offer safe haven for you and your family. Ogle the colorful, winged critters inside the Tropical Bird House or check out the many sea turtles, octopus, and jellyfish at the Kipp […]
Thursday April 9th – The stakes are high for Blanket Bingo in Market Square Park downtown! Bring your blanket, lawn chairs or snag one of the tables at the park for a night of music and great prizes. $10 admission (cash only) includes one bingo packet. Additional games and daubers can be purchased for $1 […]
For a truly authentic-tasting coffee or espresso drink, order a cup of joe at Doshi House Cafe. The beverages are made with locally roasted Greenway beans and flavored with homemade syrups. This Houston establishment also serves tea as well as dishes that are 100 percent vegetarian-friendly. Even meat eaters would enjoy these veggie-filled dishes. Customers […]
Spending the day at the golf course can be quite an expensive outing. That doesn't have to be the case, though, if you get your swings in at Gus Wortham Park Golf Course. Regulars say the rates are quite affordable, and the course, as well as the views, are rather impressive. Gus Wortham Park Golf […]
Boheme's owner Morgan Holleman has spent much of his life traveling around the world, and it shows at the bar and restaurant. A 6,000-square-foot garden wraps around Boheme's historic building. It's filled with mementos from Holleman's travels, including artworks from around the world. Make the short trip from 3800 Main to Boheme to explore the […]
The vending machine at the Cockrell Butterfly Center is probably unlike any you've encountered before. In place of the typical sweets and salty chips you'll find inside most vending machines, this Insect Vending Machine dispenses snacks made with insects as the main ingredient. It features different delicacies from around the world, and you might be […]