All Things In Houston TX

The Houston arts scene is constantly growing and evolving. New organizations are formed. New venues are built. New productions are put on. New artwork is commissioned. That said, many of these artistic operations in the Houston area are non- profit, relying on audiences to become benefactors so they can continue to churn out great art. Let us introduce you to 13 charities making a difference in Houston’s thriving scene. Alley Theatre The Tony Award-winning Alley… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2wAZ1wE from WordPress https://ift.tt/2N6hE5W

Delicious baked goods always seem to hit the spot, whatever the time of year. Thankfully in Texas, you don’t have to be in a big city to enjoy breads and pastries with big flavor. We’ve gathered up some favorite small-town bakeries to consider dropping by next time you’re in the area. Fair warning: Plenty of kolaches are coming your way. (But when was that ever a bad thing?) Chappell Hill Bakery & Deli Conveniently located… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Pp1sKt from WordPress https://ift.tt/2ooEzLw

After five years and much anticipation, Texas rapper Bun B has released his first studio album entitled Return of the Trill. The Port Arthur native says this album serves as a way of “reintroducing me to the game.” “You know I’ve been gone for a while, and I know there’s a couple of things that need to be said, and people haven’t said them yet,” the half of rap group UGK says. Bun B says… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2wCF1cK from WordPress https://ift.tt/2wya2zo

Labor Day — it’s that first Monday in September where we celebrate all the accomplishments hard-working men and women have made throughout history in building, shaping, and molding this country. And we do this by, um, not wearing white for the rest of the year. (Yeah, we don’t know where that came from either.) If you have no plans this holiday weekend and would like to kick back — or get into a little bit… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2wqT7yT from WordPress https://ift.tt/2or5ZAx

Chris Shepherd is ready to unveil the latest version of One Fifth. Having completed its second iteration as the European-inspired Romance Languages, Shepherd, chef de cuisine Matt Staph, and Underbelly Hospitality culinary director Nick Fine are ready to turn the page to One Fifth Mediterranean, defined as the cuisines of the Eastern Mediterranean and Northern Africa. Diners will get their first taste when the restaurant opens Saturday, September 1 (unless it quietly opens on Friday,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2LJntRK from WordPress https://ift.tt/2wuJT4v

At first glance, the filmmaking technique of Searching seems to be an unnecessarily distancing one. Literally every second of the film is viewed as if looking at a computer screen, so that none of the actors ever appear to be acting for the camera. It’s the same technique utilized by the Unfriended horror movie series, which is produced by the same company, Bazelevs Production. This time, instead of trying to scare the audience, they’ve turned… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2or4WAz from WordPress https://ift.tt/2wDbCjR

Six Flags Fiesta Texas is kicking off the fall season with the announcement of its most fiendish ride yet. On August 30, the amusement park unveiled The Joker Wild Card, a 17-story pendulum ride billed as one of the tallest in the world. The diabolical contraption, named after the popular DC Comic character, features a center disk that can accommodate up to 40 riders. Each swing of the pendulum gets higher and higher, until the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Nz7rf6 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2PS8oAT

Being a parent isn’t easy, and that’s partially due to the amount of extra care that goes into raising a child. It’s not just feeding them healthy food and keeping them busy and entertained, it’s also taking them to their regular doctor and dentist checkups. That often begs the question: how often do you need to bring them in for a checkup? You’d like it to be fewer, we’re sure. Who wants to make that trip more often than necessary? However, we always encourage our patients to come in for at least two checkups every year. Why We Need Bi-Annual Checkups If this seems like a lot of checkups to you, we get it. No one wants to come to the dentist that many times a year, especially when you’re towing your children. However, at Burg we do our best to make sure your dentist visit are fun and engaging experiences no matter the age of your children, and we go out of our way to make it easy for you the parent. If you’re still not convinced, here’s why it’s important that you bring your child...

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As someone who once donned an actual mattress while waving a wad of cash on television, Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale doesn’t like to take himself too seriously. A surefire way to get under his skin, however, is to call him a certain word: hero. “Hell, no. I’m not a hero,” he says, quickly shifting from jovial to dead- serious. “Look, I’m a huckster. The heroes are the first responders — the firemen, the policemen, the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2LG9uME from WordPress https://ift.tt/2MEDcqM

On this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” Melange Creperie chef and co- owner “Buffalo” Sean Carroll joins CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss his unusual career in the food industry. After leaving the art world, Carroll taught himself to make the street-style crepes he and his wife and business partner Tish Ochoa had enjoyed during a trip to Paris. In 2011, he joined Houston’s then-nascent food truck scene with a tiny cart that… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2wGAg2f from WordPress https://ift.tt/2PnChrP

Houston is home to lots of food-related charities that want to improve the way the city eats, but few have a higher profile than Recipe for Success. Devoted to combating childhood obesity through education, the organization has grown by leaps and bounds since its founding by Gracie and Bob Cavnar in 2005. Earlier this year, Recipe for Success took a major step forward by realizing its 10-year dream of opening its own farm. Located in… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2wpZySI from WordPress https://ift.tt/2wtiuA9

For almost 80 years, there has been no easier type of movie to make than one that featured Nazis as bad guys. A movie can only go one direction after introducing an actual Nazi or Nazi sympathizer, and it’s up to the filmmakers to lead the audience to that conclusion in an interesting and satisfying manner. Operation Finale, which details the capture and trial of Adolf Eichmann, one of the main organizers of the Holocaust,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2MYYHSD from WordPress https://ift.tt/2PPtKid

Earlier this week, Harris County voters overwhelming supported a $2.5 billion (with a “b”) bond proposal that will fund more than 200 projects designed to keep us and our homes dry the next time a seemingly annual “thousand year storm” hits South Texas. The bond proposal passed with 86 percent of voters saying yes, let’s not have a repeat of the devastation caused by last year’s Hurricane Harvey. Harris County Judge Ed Emmett, a staunch… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2wrw3A7 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2C2tdqn

Still don’t know what you’re doing for the Labor Day holiday? Making the most out of the long weekend doesn’t have to mean booking a faraway vacation. Last- minute planners rejoice — there’s still time to organize a fun-filled getaway within state lines. Just point your car toward Austin. From a buzzy boutique hotel in the heart of the city’s night life to a charming, small-town escape, these five places are perfect for a last-minute… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2wuYeOt from WordPress https://ift.tt/2wAi8YD

Recent news has simply proven what Houstonians already know: the Bayou City is the capital of Southern cool and one of the top cities to live in the U.S. But what about our work life? A new report finds the top companies delivering a great working experience for their employees — and the results could be somewhat surprising to locals. A study by Indeed surveyed the top places to work in 12 hot American cities…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2PN2iBT from WordPress https://ift.tt/2MYof2f

Art lovers around the city recently gathered at Houston’s iconic Corinthian Hotel to admire the timeless art collection of Kristin Saleri, as well as the temporary exhibit on display — “Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition.” The cocktail reception, appropriately called “An Evening of Celestial Majesty” hosted by Dr. and Mrs. Nansen G. Saleri, displayed original pieces by Kristin Saleri (1915-2006) that have been described as “an inexplicably harmonious fusion of Eastern mysticism and Western impressionism.”… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2LExH6c from WordPress https://ift.tt/2MEQq6L

Many people have heard of dental crowns, but not many people know what they actually are – and what they do. Interestingly, dental crowns play an important role in securing a tooth that is at risk of breaking, and they also provide numerous cosmetic benefits. In this installment of #AskDrCurrie, we uncover everything you need to know about dental crowns. What is a dental crown? A crown, also known as a cap, is a covering for a tooth. A crown is something you would put over a broken tooth, or a tooth with a large filling – because fillings only work up to a certain size. Once the filling is more than 50% of the tooth, you risk the tooth breaking. So once you reach the 50% threshold, the tooth will need a crown. Crowns are also used to help patients that suffer from cracked tooth syndrome – covering up the tooth is the only way to fix the issue. Crowns can also be used when a patient has a root canal because the tooth is weaker. There are also aesthetic reasons for placing a crown...

From the moment we start visiting the dentist, the goal is clear… Avoid cavities. But what actually causes cavities? Is it simply sugar, or is there more to the story? In this installment of #AskDrCurrie, we uncover everything you need to know about the cause of cavities, how to avoid them – and the answers might surprise you! What are cavities? Simply put, a cavity is a hole in the tooth. But when most people say cavity, what they are actually talking about is dental caries – which is tooth decay. So a cavity is strictly a hole in the tooth. There are things other than tooth decay that could result in a cavity. For instance, if a piece of the tooth breaks or fractures, or general erosion. What causes a cavity? When people think of cavities, they usually think of sugar. But there is another contributor to the development of cavities, and it will probably surprise you. First and foremost, the cause of cavities is bacteria. More specifically, certain types of bacteria such as st...

When you love your smile, it can make all the difference in the world. A great smile can provide confidence, comfort, and it can warm a room. But unfortunately, it is reported that up to 30% of people in North America are unhappy with their smile. For many of these individuals, they simply do not like to smile at all. But solutions are available, and one of the best options to create a perfect smile is dental implants. When considering the option of dental implants, there is a lot to consider, and the research process yields a wide variety of questions… What are dental implants, and how do they work? How much does it cost for dental implants? What questions should I ask the dentist to ensure I will be happy with the results? How do I know if my dentist is experienced and equipped to successfully perform the procedure? What questions should I ask my dentist before the procedure? How long is the recovery time, and what should I expect from the experience? Are dental implants per...

If you are considering the All on 4 dental implant procedure, there are a variety of items to consider. How do I select the right dentist, and how will I know if they are experienced? Will I leave with a new set of permanent teeth on the day of the procedure, and how long is the recovery time? There are certainly a lot of questions related to the procedure itself. But for many individuals, the decision to select a dentist and book the procedure comes down to your level of comfort with the dentist – and the cost. So, how much should dental implants cost? The truth is there are a variety of items to consider. So in this instalment of #AskDrCurrie, we find out how to assess the costs of dental implants. What dictates the cost of All on 4 dental implants? When assessing the cost of All on 4 dental implants, it’s important to understand the true definition of the procedure. With that in mind, the All on 4 procedure replaces a full arch of teeth with dental implants that are fixed , a...

Christchurch Dental is an award-winning dental practice in the heart of Ipswich. If you are looking for 5 star dental treatment in the Suffolk area, you need look no further, The philosophy of Christchurch Dental is to treat their patients as they would wish to be treated themselves and they really take the time to get to know their patients in order to tailor to the patient’s needs. The friendly and highly professional team are headed up by Dr Derek Van Staden who is the Director and Principal Dentist at the practice. They offer general dentist appointments as well as cosmetic dentistry procedures and hygiene appointments. These appointments are all provided with exceptional dentistry and the latest techniques and technology are used. They are the only practice in Ipswich to have gained both the BDA Good Practice and the Denplan Excel accreditations and Dr Van Staden is a full member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. If you decide to become a patient at the practice, y...

On a relatively cool evening (for August, anyway), CultureMap popped up to offer refreshments to Houstonians finding their zen at outdoor yoga in Discovery Green’s lush park. After some serious stretching and chakra alignment, 50 locals were treated to popsicles from chill home-grown purveyors KicPops, some cool Frost Bank swag, and were encouraged to Frost It Forward via $10 Frost Bank gift cards. It’s all part of the Frost’s Opt for Optimism program, which encourages… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2BZmddO from WordPress https://ift.tt/2PjBXdh

Even though the summer season won’t officially be done until late September, for a lot of people, summer is done when Labor Day Weekend rolls around. This weekend is usually the last, fun-filled hurrah before fall and windy-to- freezing weather and always wearing a jacket so you won’t get a chill starts popping off. Here’s our usual rundown of noteworthy, weekend happenings: Thursday, August 30 Truly special art at the Center of Art and Photography… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2C1F6Ni from WordPress https://ift.tt/2NsBaWV

It’s no secret that homes are flying off the market in the Greater Houston area’s most in-demand neighborhoods. A recent sale in The Woodlands illustrates the fervent pace of local home sales, a massive estate has set the record as the highest publicly-recorded property closing in The Woodlands so far in August — and is the third-highest sale so far this year. The six-bedroom, six-bathroom 9,000 square-feet property at 10 Saint Peters Gate has sold… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2wrCUcD from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Nu0AU9

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As hard as it may be to believe, Houston Restaurant Weeks is drawing to a close. The month-long event that raises money for the Houston Food Bank via prix-fixe menus at almost 300 Houston-area restaurants wraps up on Labor Day. Part of the event’s appeal, other than the obvious motivation of helping others, is getting a good deal at one of the city’s top dining destinations. HRW offers a particularly good deal at brunch, when… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2NynXfD from WordPress https://ift.tt/2PLKOpc

If it seems like the Latitude Med Center apartment community has it all, it’s because it basically does. There are microunits for medical professionals who need a crash pad near work, but also more traditional homes for those who just want to take advantage of Latitude’s biggest perk: its location. Of course Texas Medical Center is right nearby, but there are several other hot spots that are on every Houstonians’ radar. Shopping and dining Since… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2LBYY9n from WordPress https://ift.tt/2wxE5HN

This week, I reached out for a Texas Kahuna Hot Dog from soccer star Brian Ching’s new Hula Dog food truck, coming soon to an event or private party near you. Ching, the Houston Dynamo’s all-time leading goal scorer, is on an entrepreneurial binge, recently opening his Pitch 25 Beer Park and now putting a Hula Dog food truck in gear Hula Dog is a franchise out of Ching’s native Hawaii. “I was back on… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Nvj9r0 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2BYLlkV

The old axiom in real estate was that it was about location, location, location. But in Houston’s hot economy, it might be much more about income, income, income. Just ask Houston Properties realtor Paige Martin, who has released data on her website detailing how much cash you need to bring home every year to afford some of Houston’s hottest neighborhoods. “On average, the salary requirements to buy a new home increased 7.7 percent from last… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2BZ1vL8 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2olqmiF

What: Aga Khan Foundation’s 2018 Houston Gala Where: Houston Museum of Natural Science The Scoop: More than 200 guests joined gala co-chairs Honorable Erum Jivani-Gillani and Saul and Lisa Valentin, and sponsor the Greater Houston Retail Association (GHRA), at the Aga Khan Foundation’s Houston Banquet. The sold-out gala brought together key civic, community, and philanthropic members to raise more than $200,000 for and awareness of the Aga Khan Foundation. Founded in 1967, the Aga Khan… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2PfYyaJ from WordPress https://ift.tt/2wpyGT0

A fire pit can be more than just a lump of burning logs if you include tools that let you roast, warm, cook, and even put on a sparkling show. Here are a few of our favorite must-have accessories, designed to turn a plain pit into a party paradise https://ift.tt/2ojKthb from House Cleaning https://ift.tt/2C66YA2 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2N02Vcw

One of the most iconic homes in Houston’s Heights, a rare Victorian mansion built in 1892 and owned by beloved preservationist, Bart Truxillo, has hit the market. “Everyone and their brother is trying to see it,” says realtor Amy Lynch Kolflat, who posted the listing and was “dear friends” with Truxillo, who died suddenly last year of a brain aneurysm. The home, located at 1802 Harvard St. and priced at $2.28 million, is a City… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2BXlBp8 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2PfvBvH

Reconcepting has become the hottest trend in Houston restaurants. In the next month, two more restaurants will join the growing movement when L’Olivier becomes Avondale Food & Wine and Hubbell & Hudson Bistro becomes Tris. While diners have been quick to embrace these changes — consider all the acclaim that’s come Justin Yu’s way for transforming Oxheart into Theodore Rex — restaurateurs would do well to heed Mike Ehrmantraut’s famous advice: No half measures. Making… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2MVswmR from WordPress https://ift.tt/2BXAjfX

One of the most eagerly anticipating fall movie openings isn’t a blockbuster film, but rather, an actual theater. Rooftop Cinema Club — the first rooftop movie experience in Houston — caused quite the buzz when the fall opening date was recently announced. The experience promises brisk (hopefully), open-air movie watching, replete with wireless headphones, comfortable deck chairs, and scenic Uptown and downtown views. Houston is the fourth U.S. city to offer a Rooftop Cinema Club…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2wpwytw from WordPress https://ift.tt/2oj74uh

One of the most eagerly anticipating fall movie openings isn’t a blockbuster film, but rather, an actual theater. Rooftop Cinema Club — the first rooftop movie experience in Houston — caused quite the buzz when the fall opening date was recently announced. The experience promises brisk (hopefully), open-air movie watching, replete with wireless headphones, comfortable deck chairs, and scenic Uptown and downtown views. Houston is the fourth U.S. city to offer a Rooftop Cinema Club…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2NxPiOE from WordPress https://ift.tt/2NpN9ol

Our most popular Facebook post of the summer was our How To Build a Catio tutorial. Turns out homeowners are all too willing to make home upgrades for their pets. Now you can consider installing a single all-mounted shelf or full activity center for your feline https://ift.tt/2MUS7fH from House Cleaning https://ift.tt/2Pc2rxC from WordPress https://ift.tt/2NsXTSU

Labor Day weekend mean a lot of folks take off out of town with the family in tow for one last summer jaunt and musicians seem to follow suit with a smaller selection of concerts to choose from this week before the fall concert schedule really takes off. However, there are still a few great options to choose from for those who need to get their fix. These are the biggest and best shows of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2oj24FK from WordPress https://ift.tt/2wonOEG

Patrons of Uptown Park who brave the surrounding 610 traffic can enjoy a new reward: a freshened-up, multi-use center designed with consumers in mind. The dense shopping and restaurant hub is slowly being transformed to foster a more pedestrian-friendly experience, with new shaded walkways that connect the buildings, new trellises, and improved parking. Plush seating and public wi-fi has been added to provide a more lounge-worthy atmosphere — as opposed to the usual grab-and-go shopping… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2LynMic from WordPress https://ift.tt/2C7fL4L

Editor’s note: Houston’s restaurant scene moves pretty fast. In order to prevent CultureMap readers from missing anything, let’s stop to look around at all the latest news to know. Openings, closings, and coming attractions Hickory Hollow isn’t the only longstanding Heights-area business that’s preparing to close. Dacapo’s Pastry Cafe, the popular sandwich shop and bakery, announced on Facebook it will serve its last Italian cream cake on September 29. Trese Biggerstaff, who owns the cafe… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2BVbbpV from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Np0zAZ

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As we approach another NFL season, I have questions for Texans fans which require honest answers. With a franchise quarterback and plenty of pieces on both sides of the ball, one would assume they are trending upward. How far does this team need to go this year and what do they need to accomplish for you to deem it a success? Let’s have some fun, answer some questions, and get everyone ready for what we… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2LvuOVe from WordPress https://ift.tt/2BSXub8

A sweet taco made from a waffle and filled with puffy cotton candy took the prize for Most Creative confection at the 2018 State Fair of Texas Big Tex Choice Awards, the annual contest celebrating fried foods. The Big Tex Awards, aka the “fried food awards,” is the splashy annual event in which concessionaires submit creations they’ll serve at the fair that year. The contest has become one of the biggest publicity generators for the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2PaV9Kh from WordPress https://ift.tt/2C0QKbo

The Post Oak Little League team is home from South Williamsport, the boys are back in school, dads and moms returned to work, and normal life has been restored — not counting their once-in-a-lifetime memories of playing in the Little League World Series. Like many baseball fans, I watched the games on TV and cheered on our local guys. It was the first time a Post Oak team won the State title, first time the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2ogjD9M from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Not8i5

Just in time for the Labor Day weekend crowds, the Houston Zoo has unveiled a new home for its two North American black bears. The newly expanded Hamill Foundation Black Bear Exhibit more than triples the space for the popular, five-year-old black bears — Belle and Willow — to roam, explore, and of course, nap. Beginning August 31, zoo visitors can enjoy a closer look at Belle and Willow and even get nose-to-nose with them… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2PamDQk from WordPress https://ift.tt/2NsbKZS

A flood-ravaged Houston restaurant will rise again in a new location. The owners of Spaghetti Warehouse, the downtown restaurant that shuttered after Hurricane Harvey flooded it with several feet of water, are bringing a new concept to Spring Branch. Warehouse 72 (named for the year the restaurant opened its first location in Dallas) will update the familiar concept for a new generation. Slated to debut in late 2018 or early 2019, the new restaurant will… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2LuUcdq from WordPress https://ift.tt/2P8C5ws

Houston Texans megastar J.J. Watt simply wanted to help. As Harvey was decimating his beloved city, the NFL and pop culture phenom released a video, enlisting fans and followers for support. He challenged them to raise for $200,000 to his Justin J. Watt Foundation via a YouCaring drive, “because I know these recovery efforts are going to be massive,” he told viewers. Watt couldn’t have expected the overwhelming response. In less than two hours, he… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2P84lz6 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2PIPBrE

Houston Texans megastar J.J. Watt simply wanted to help. As Harvey was decimating his beloved city, the NFL and pop culture phenom released a video, enlisting fans and followers for support. He challenged them to raise for $200,000 to his Justin J. Watt Foundation via a YouCaring drive, “because I know these recovery efforts are going to be massive,” he told viewers. Watt couldn’t have expected the overwhelming response. In less than two hours, he… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2MVEj4F from WordPress https://ift.tt/2LvBeDJ

With construction nightmares and back-to-school congestion, Houstonians may (rightfully) assume ours is the worst traffic in the nation, let alone Texas. And why not? A report released earlier this year calculated that Houstonians spent more than two days (50 hours total) sitting in traffic last year and named Houston the 37th most-congested traffic city on the planet. But just how bad do we have it compared to our Texas neighbors? A new study finds that… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2P9Jxaw from WordPress https://ift.tt/2NmmetE

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Editor’s note: It’s time to recap the top stories on CultureMap from this past week. 1\. Inner Loop chicken fried steak favorite prepares to say farewell after 31 years. Hickory Hollow owner Tony Riedel has sold the Heights Boulevard location to developer Braun Enterprises, who intends to find a new tenant for the space. 2. $120 million W Hotel & Resort books pivotal spot in downtown Houston. Backers claim that if approved, the 308-room hotel… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2BNcuaq from WordPress https://ift.tt/2NdE7uu

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Clean, geometric lines, walls of glass that bring the outdoors in, and open floor plans that emphasize function over fuss are the hallmarks that make this post-war style truly timeless. These same elements make Mid-century Modern homes more affordable to build than many other styles. If you are building new, but covet life in a contemporary classic, check out these house plans from The House Designers https://ift.tt/2LoGLfd from House Cleaning https://ift.tt/2PwRBD8 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2BL0TZt

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It signals the end of summer and the start of Houston’s party season — and it’s always a killer party. Dress for Success Houston (DFSH) and Women of Wardrobe (WOW) recently celebrated the 15th anniversary of the annual Summer Soiree at Tootsies. The event was a colorful blend of fashion, food, sips, and shopping — raising $20,000 for DFSH as they celebrate their 20th anniversary of serving more than 40,000 Houston area women. The WOW… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2BKyqTH from WordPress https://ift.tt/2PD5Q9M

When Hurricane Harvey slammed into Houston last year, it wasn’t a hit and run. The storm lingered, dumping drenching rains that sent flood waters spreading throughout the city. The impact was both immediate and long-lasting: entire neighborhoods suffered massive damage to homes and businesses; many are still clawing their way back. Among those affected by the storm was photojournalist Janice Rubin. The world-renowned photographer’s work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Forbes, Newsweek, and Sports Illustrated,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2LpGGYA from WordPress https://ift.tt/2NfU8jF

When Hurricane Harvey slammed into Houston last year, it wasn’t a hit and run. The storm lingered, dumping drenching rains that sent flood waters spreading throughout the city. The impact was both immediate and long-lasting: entire neighborhoods suffered massive damage to homes and businesses; many are still clawing their way back. Among those affected by the storm was photojournalist Janice Rubin. The world-renowned photographer’s work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Forbes, Newsweek, and Sports Illustrated,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2w8p5Q2 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2MNFEus

Ken Bridge is at it again. The serial entrepreneur behind the Delicious Concepts restaurant group (everything from comfort food spot Lola to the carnivore favorite Ritual and stylish cocktail bar the Ready Room) has launched a new Japanese concept. Blackbird Izakaya replaces Republic Diner, the Korean concept Bridge launched in 2015. It replaced Witchcraft, which itself replaced Dragon Bowl. Essentially, Bridge has used the space at 1221 W. 11th St. to try a number of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2PxZo3w from WordPress https://ift.tt/2o8rLJp

A little more than two years ago, Houston’s fashion and society worlds were forever changed with the sudden passing of Tootsies owner Mickey Rosmarin. The beloved founder’s sudden death in June of 2016 sent shockwaves through the industry; the resounding question, as CultureMap noted at the time, was, “What will Houston’s fashion and social scene be like without Mickey?” And what of his landmark store? While the loss of the gregarious and charismatic Rosmarin has… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2MNkm00 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2o59j4a

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You already look to CultureMap for where to eat and what to do, so why not also make it your guide for purchasing presents? GiftingMap, coming soon from CultureMap and its parent company Gow Media, is a curated selection of trending and seasonal items that will include apparel, accessories, baby gifts, beauty goodies, home and lifestyle items, tech treats, and wedding presents. Gift-giving experts have traversed the oversaturated retail market to find what’s new and… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2P3Jm0d from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Nc3ixt