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3rd Annual Houston Barbecue Festival

May 6, 2015 by

  • Location: NRG Park
  • Venue: NRG Park
  • Address: One NRG Park, Houston, TX 77054
  • Phone:832-454-6106832-454-6106
  • Times: 1-5pm, VIP entry at 12pm.
  • Visit Event Website
  • Area of Town: Medical Center/NRG Park
  • Free Admission: No
  • Child Admission: Children 6 and under are free.
  • Adult Admission: $50-$100

20+ of Houston's best barbecue joints all in one place, at one time, for one price. This year's festival will feature all of last year's list of the who's who of Houston's best barbecue.

Currently confirmed are: Blake’s BBQ, The Brisket House, Brooks’ Place BBQ, CorkScrew BBQ, El Burro & the Bull, Fainmous BBQ, Feges BBQ, Gatlin’s BBQ, Gerardo’s, Killen's BBQ, Lenox Bar-B-Que, Oak Leaf Smokehouse, Pappa Charlies Barbeque, Pizzitola’s Bar-B-Cue, Ray’s BBQ Shack, Roegels Barbecue Co., Spring Creek Barbeque, Tin Roof BBQ, and The Wooden Spoke. A new participant this year is up-and-coming Blood Bros.

BBQ which has developed a loyal following over the last year with their weekend barbecue pop-ups. Wayne Mueller of Louie Mueller Barbecue in Taylor, Texas will make another guest appearance to serve his Central Texas-style barbecue. To ensure a quality event for everyone involved, ticket sales are limited. All tickets will be sold in advance – no ticket sales at the door. The first and second festivals sold out before the day of the event. We encourage you to purchase your ticket immediately to avoid missing your chance due to a sell out.

General Admission ($50) includes entry into the festival and unlimited sample portions from each participating Houston barbecue joint. VIP Admission ($100) includes entry into the festival one hour early (at noon) and unlimited sample portions from each participating Houston barbecue joint. A T-shirt and one (1) drink ticket are also included. A bar including beer and wine (sold separately) will be available. We'll also have live music.

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Fitzgerald’s: A Houston Institution for Live Music Since 1977

May 5, 2015 by

Part dive bar, part music venue, Fitzgerald's has been a Houston institution since 1977. In fact, musicians and bands such as James Brown and The Romones have graced the stage here, and many locals are likely to tell you that Fitzgerald's was the site of their first show.

Downstairs, Fitzgerald’s hosts a stage and two full bars, one of which is located on the venue's sprawling back patio. Upstairs sits the venue's main stage, which regularly hosts music acts in a wide range of genres, from hip hop to indie rock. You can see what performers are on the docket by visiting the venue's website, then purchase tickets online.

Fitzgerald's hosts performances several days per week. Shows are open to people of all ages, but only of-ages guests are granted access to the bar.

Fitzgerald’s
2706 White Oak Drive
Houston, TX 77007
(713) 862-3838
www.fitzlivemusic.com
www.yelp.com/biz/fitzgeralds-houston

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3rd Annual Houston Barbecue Festival

April 29, 2015 by

  • Location: NRG Park
  • Venue: NRG Park
  • Address: One NRG Park, Houston, TX 77054
  • Phone:832-454-6106832-454-6106
  • Times: 1-5pm, VIP entry at 12pm.
  • Visit Event Website
  • Area of Town: Medical Center/NRG Park
  • Free Admission: No
  • Child Admission: Children 6 and under are free.
  • Adult Admission: $50-$100

20+ of Houston's best barbecue joints all in one place, at one time, for one price. This year's festival will feature all of last year's list of the who's who of Houston's best barbecue.

Currently confirmed are: Blake’s BBQ, The Brisket House, Brooks’ Place BBQ, CorkScrew BBQ, El Burro & the Bull, Fainmous BBQ, Feges BBQ, Gatlin’s BBQ, Gerardo’s, Killen's BBQ, Lenox Bar-B-Que, Oak Leaf Smokehouse, Pappa Charlies Barbeque, Pizzitola’s Bar-B-Cue, Ray’s BBQ Shack, Roegels Barbecue Co., Spring Creek Barbeque, Tin Roof BBQ, and The Wooden Spoke. A new participant this year is up-and-coming Blood Bros.

BBQ which has developed a loyal following over the last year with their weekend barbecue pop-ups. Wayne Mueller of Louie Mueller Barbecue in Taylor, Texas will make another guest appearance to serve his Central Texas-style barbecue. To ensure a quality event for everyone involved, ticket sales are limited. All tickets will be sold in advance – no ticket sales at the door. The first and second festivals sold out before the day of the event. We encourage you to purchase your ticket immediately to avoid missing your chance due to a sell out.

General Admission ($50) includes entry into the festival and unlimited sample portions from each participating Houston barbecue joint. VIP Admission ($100) includes entry into the festival one hour early (at noon) and unlimited sample portions from each participating Houston barbecue joint. A T-shirt and one (1) drink ticket are also included. A bar including beer and wine (sold separately) will be available. We'll also have live music.

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Pinot’s Palette: A BYOB Art Studio in Houston

April 28, 2015 by

You're probably already familiar with the premise of those paint-your-own pottery studios, but did you know that an adults-only version exists here in Houston? It's called Pinot's Palette, and the idea behind this "BYOB art entertainment studio" is a little different from the competition.

First, amateur painters are invited to enroll in a painting class from Pinot's Palette's online schedule which also displays the exact painting that will be attempted (no talent required!) during each two- or three-hour class. Then, the student simply shows up to the studio approximately 30 minutes before the class's start time; Pinot's Palette supplies all the necessary materials. However, the real draw of these classes, which are more akin to a social outing than a serious art class, is the fact that participants are encouraged to bring along a bottle of wine and some snacks—in addition to an eagerness to have a fun night out with friends.

Pinot's Palette's classes range in price from $39 to $49. This Houston studio is also a popular spot for parties and other special events.

Pinot’s Palette
2406 Taft Street
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 523-4769
www.pinotspalette.com/Montrose
www.yelp.com/biz/pinots-palette-houston-4

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3rd Annual Houston Barbecue Festival

April 22, 2015 by

  • Location: NRG Park
  • Venue: NRG Park
  • Address: One NRG Park, Houston, TX 77054
  • Phone:832-454-6106832-454-6106
  • Times: 1-5pm, VIP entry at 12pm.
  • Visit Event Website
  • Area of Town: Medical Center/NRG Park
  • Free Admission: No
  • Child Admission: Children 6 and under are free.
  • Adult Admission: $50-$100

20+ of Houston's best barbecue joints all in one place, at one time, for one price. This year's festival will feature all of last year's list of the who's who of Houston's best barbecue.

Currently confirmed are: Blake’s BBQ, The Brisket House, Brooks’ Place BBQ, CorkScrew BBQ, El Burro & the Bull, Fainmous BBQ, Feges BBQ, Gatlin’s BBQ, Gerardo’s, Killen's BBQ, Lenox Bar-B-Que, Oak Leaf Smokehouse, Pappa Charlies Barbeque, Pizzitola’s Bar-B-Cue, Ray’s BBQ Shack, Roegels Barbecue Co., Spring Creek Barbeque, Tin Roof BBQ, and The Wooden Spoke. A new participant this year is up-and-coming Blood Bros.

BBQ which has developed a loyal following over the last year with their weekend barbecue pop-ups. Wayne Mueller of Louie Mueller Barbecue in Taylor, Texas will make another guest appearance to serve his Central Texas-style barbecue. To ensure a quality event for everyone involved, ticket sales are limited. All tickets will be sold in advance – no ticket sales at the door. The first and second festivals sold out before the day of the event. We encourage you to purchase your ticket immediately to avoid missing your chance due to a sell out.

General Admission ($50) includes entry into the festival and unlimited sample portions from each participating Houston barbecue joint. VIP Admission ($100) includes entry into the festival one hour early (at noon) and unlimited sample portions from each participating Houston barbecue joint. A T-shirt and one (1) drink ticket are also included. A bar including beer and wine (sold separately) will be available. We'll also have live music.

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Have Crepes at Melange Creperie

April 21, 2015 by

Owners Sean Carroll and Tish Ochoa fell in love with the classic creperies that line the streets of Paris, and after spending their honeymoon in the City of Light, the couple decided to open up their own creperie back home in Houston. Their open-air crepe cart, Melange Creperie, debuted in 2010 and is still going strong today, serving up Parisian style crepes with your choice of either two or three ingredients.

Try a classic Nutella and banana combination, or bite into a fresh strawberry and chantilly cream combination. If you prefer savory flavors, try the classic ham, egg, and cheese, or go for one of the daily lunch specials, which can include everything from zucchini and chili to seasoned potatoes. Regulars say you should know that this cart gets busy, and that at peak times you should be prepared to wait for your order (paying with exact change can speed things up a bit). You'll have lots of company while you wait, however, as you chat with the crowd that generally gathers around this popular cart.

Melange Creperie
403 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77006
(832) 724-9464
www.melangecreperie.wordpress.com
www.yelp.com/biz/melange-creperie-houston

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Hozier in Concert

April 20, 2015 by

Hozier in Concert

When:Wed, April 22, 8:00pm – 10:30pm
Where:520 Texas Street, Houston, TX 77002 (map)
Hit Single: Take Me to Church
Bayou Music Center. More information at 713.230.1600713.230.1600 or www.livenation.​com
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International Gem and Jewelry Show

April 17, 2015 by

International Gem & Jewelry Show

When:Apr 17 – 19, 2015
Where:NRG Park, 1 Reliant Pkwy, Houston, TX 77054, United States (map)
DescriptionAt NRG Center. The Houston International Gem & Jewelry Show is one of the best exhibitions of gems, minerals and jewelry in the world. The show features one-of-a-kind jewelry creations, exotic gems, beads, pearls, exquisite fine jewelry, estate collections and much more. With over 300 booths, people of all ages will find deep discounts and an amazing variety of beautiful jewelry to compliment this winter's fashions. We offer convenience, selection and value, all in one place. See www.nrgpark.com for times.
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The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

April 15, 2015 by

The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe

When:Thu, April 23, 11am – 12pm
Where:6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030, United States (map)
Miller Outdoor Theatre — In AD Players' The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, a circle is drawn to differentiate the showing from the telling. In this circle, Peter and his youngest sister, Lucy, spin their fantastical tale of how they stumbled upon a magical land and their subsequent attempts to fulfill an important prophecy. Good ultimately triumphs over evil and important, teachable lessons are experienced and explored. In this inventive and highly theatrical adaptation of C.S. Lewis' classic, two talented actors give a captivating, many-charactere​d performance that's sure to delight children and adults alike.. Go to www.milleroutdo​ortheatre.com for more info, or call 281.373.3386281.373.3386.
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Worldfest Houston International Film Festival

April 15, 2015 by

WorldFest: Houston International Film Festival
(April 10-19, 2015)

WorldFest brings a blend of feature films, shorts, screenplays, TV commercials, music videos and documentaries to viewers throughout the area. Founded in 1968, past winners include Steven Spielberg, Oliver Stone, George Lucas and David Lynch-all early in their careers. (713) 965-9955(713) 965-9955.

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