All Things In Houston TX

The buildup of plaque and tartar on the teeth can cause bad breath, tooth decay, and gum disease. However, several simple home remedies can help treat and prevent plaque and tartar. Learn more here. from Dentistry News From Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2HJzcTW from Lingual Braces News http://bit.ly/2TpYOXg from WordPress http://bit.ly/2MKSffl

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When it comes to movies about wars, World War I has tended to get short shrift over the years. The highest profile one in recent years was Steven Spielberg’s War Horse, while films like All Quiet on the Western Front, Paths of Glory, and Gallipoli have aged well. But World War II has gotten the bulk of the attention, with the so-called “Greatest Generation” feted time and again. Director Peter Jackson is aiming to give… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2FYkUgB from WordPress http://bit.ly/2UqPSky

The Bayou City has a reputation for producing great athletes, and this Sunday, February 3, another young Houston star will make headlines in the “Big Game.” Not the Super Bowl — we’re talking about the Puppy Bowl, the cutest sporting event of the year. About 100 puppies, from shelters across the U.S., Costa Rica, and Puerto Rico, will showcase their skills in a 19-by-10-foot “stadium” made from Plexiglass and artificial grass. Puppy Bowl 15 will… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2WygJx1 from WordPress http://bit.ly/2SjB7T4

Usually on Super Bowl Sunday, people are at home watching it — by themselves or with family and friends. But there are those who dare to venture outside their domiciles, and view the big game among equally enthused strangers, soaking up all the beer and food specials that are generally on hand. And why not? This year’s game looks poised to be at least as exciting as last year’s. The Patriots, crusty veterans, squaring off… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2SfMSds from WordPress http://bit.ly/2B8NSpF

January 31, 2019 The Die Hard star has listed his Craftsman-style New York estate for $12.95 million http://bit.ly/2MHfeI3 from House Cleaning http://bit.ly/2HDGM2e from WordPress http://bit.ly/2CX6dGp

Name: Bo, as in Bo Jackson, Bo Diddley, football coach Bo Pelini, another football coach Bo Schembechler, Hazzard County troublemaker Bo Duke, and Perfect 10, Bo Derek. Birthdate: January 21, 2016. You just missed my birthday, so you lucked out on not having to get me a present. Ethnicity: I’m a bowl of Pekingese and Chihuahua gumbo, a little of this and that. Despite my grump face, I’m a laid back fella, just a sweet… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2D1G8X0 from WordPress http://bit.ly/2G0Iut4

On this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” chef Jonny Rhodes joins CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss his restaurant Indigo. Located in the Northline neighborhood, the tasting menu restaurant that’s inspired by the history of soul food has been attracting a lot of buzz from local food media. The conversation hits a number of topics, including the restaurant’s relationship with its neighborhood, plans to expand the restaurant by building out a garden, and… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2sZ9lwT from WordPress http://bit.ly/2TqjGgU

Get ready, Houston, because a host of angels, demons, robots, wizards, space trippers and royals are coming to town. No, it’s not the latest superhero, fantasy, Scifi flick but the just-announced 2019-2020 Houston Symphony season. As always, the Houston Symphony will offer a calendar of concerts set to satisfy every orchestra music taste, from classical to modern to pops along with a Saturday family morning series that even the youngest music aficionados will love. For… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2SaCPX5 from WordPress http://bit.ly/2BbONWK

Mendocino Farms has big plans for Houston. Known for its decadent sandwich, the California-based restaurant has already announced that it will open two Houston-area locations in Rice Village and Uptown Park, but it isn’t stopping there. Downtown office workers will get their chance to try the restaurant, too, courtesy of a location in the 48-story 609 Main at Texas office tower, real estate developer Hines announced. The approximately 3,600-square-foot restaurant will open this fall. Mendocino… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2GblI0M from WordPress http://bit.ly/2DMLE1g

It’s Super Bowl Weekend, which means everyone will be gearing up on Sunday to watch two much-reviled football teams kooky commercials, Puppy Bowl, and Kitten Bowl. Here are the fun happenings this weekend leading up to the Big Game. Thursday, January 31 Texas Children’s Hospital presents Cooking for a Cure The fourth annual Cooking for a Cure gives people an opportunity to not only give to a good cause — the Food Allergy Program at… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2WpO50O from WordPress http://bit.ly/2S0yean

Two of The Heights’ most exciting new restaurants are teaming up for a one- night only collaboration dinner. Savoir, the wine-fueled new restaurant set to open in March, and Mastrantos, the globally-inspired restaurant that opened in December, are joining forces for a special collaboration dinner. Scheduled for Tuesday, February 5, the meal will give diners their first opportunity to taste Savoir’s dishes before it opens to the public. Savoir managing partner Brian Doke tells CultureMap… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2DKKTpg from WordPress http://bit.ly/2CT1Dcr

Houston’s innovation district is one step closer to the Midtown hub it was promised early last year. Rice University announced the construction details of the historic Sears building’s transformation into The Ion, as it’s now called. “We chose the name Ion because it’s from the Greek ienai, which means ‘go'” says Rice University president David Leebron in the release. “We see it as embodying the ever-forward motion of discovery, the spark at the center of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2sTbgmI from WordPress http://bit.ly/2MJcudl

The Houston Zoo has announced two new tiny stars that seem straight out of the kids hit Madagascar. Recently, two new baby lemurs were born to lemur mothers Cairrean and Zenobia, according to zoo staff. Cairrean’s baby, a ring- tailed lemur, weighed just three ounces at birth and will cling to Cairrean’s chest for a few weeks before moving to her back — and then will stay clinging to mom until he or she is… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2ToLBhe from WordPress http://bit.ly/2DLVCQj

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This week, I reached out for a slice of Red Velvet Loaf Cake, new from America’s coffee break room, Starbucks, with 15,000 locations on every street corner, strip center, bookstore, mall outpost, and inside supermarkets. Red Velvet joins Gingerbread and Lemon in Starbucks’ lazy loaf lineup. Here’s the Red Velvet Loaf breakdown: Red Velvet cake swirled with vanilla cake, topped with white chocolaty icing. The trick is to get some Red Velvet cake, vanilla cake… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2sXJoxI from WordPress http://bit.ly/2Rsg8Jb

Never let it be said that H-E-B doesn’t keep its promises. The San Antonio- based grocer told Heights residents that if they voted to repeal century-old regulations prohibiting the sale of beer and wine in the neighborhood that it would tear down an old Fiesta and replace it with a modern, two-story store. That store, all 92,000 square feet of it, opened at 6 am on Wednesday, January 30. As H-E-B president Scott McClelland told… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2MFV4ye from WordPress http://bit.ly/2TmGmin

As Valentine’s Day approaches, many Houstonians are preparing to pop the proverbial question (in hopes of a happily-ever-after response) and start planning the perfect wedding. And, as it turns out, the Bayou City is a top city to tie the knot. Financial website WalletHub has released 2019’s Best Places to Get Married, and Houston ranks No. 13 overall across 182 U.S. cities. Recognizing that nuptials are a costly and time-consuming affair — the average couple… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2DKL2cx from WordPress http://bit.ly/2FYr3cs

The recent groundbreaking of the Tilman Fertitta Family Tactical Training Center serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of supporting and protecting Houston’s police force. Just hours after Fertitta, Mayor Sylvester Turner, and Houston Police Chief christened the $10 million training facility, five Houston Police Department officers were shot while serving a warrant to a couple in Southeast Houston. The two suspects, a husband and wife, were killed; four officers are being treated for… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2TgLUL7 from WordPress http://bit.ly/2sUSBH5

Husband-and-wife duo Jeremy and Lila Stewart launched flip-flop company Hari Mari nearly seven years ago. In the time since, the Dallas-based brand has skyrocketed to success, distributing its colorful and comfortable flip-flops to Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Zappos.com and specialty retailers around the world. “We’ve learned so much along the way,” says Lila. “And over the years, there’s been constant discussion about how to bring more customers into the fold. Men, in particular, have been asking… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2B8iDeI from WordPress http://bit.ly/2DIhEne

For those who are willing to take a break from watching musical disasters in the form of televised documentaries, there is plenty to catch in the real world in this week of live music. Then again, it’s pretty tough to look away from the train wrecks that are Surviving R. Kelly series and both Fyre Festival docs — one on Netflix and the other on Hulu. Perhaps these shows will be a nice palate cleanser,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2Se6fDw from WordPress http://bit.ly/2BbSBqH

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 Local diner institution House of Pies has opened its fourth Houston-area outpost in The Woodlands. Located at 1330 Lake Woodlands Dr., diners can get their fill of classics like the Bayou Goo pie and the chicken fried steak and eggs from… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2FXBdds from WordPress http://bit.ly/2GdTHp8

The luxury real estate market in Houston demands consummate counsel, exceptional connections, a laser-like focus, and above all, maximum discretion — standards that Katherine Warren at Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty meets and exceeds every day. A Houstonian for more than 25 years, Warren’s remarkable success stems from a diverse professional background and maintaining deep personal connections throughout her working life. Warren’s first career as a successful attorney contributes an unmatched expertise and gravitas to… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2TqvAaV from WordPress http://bit.ly/2DIK8gF

Sweets ruled the day at Houston’s fifth annual The Truffle Masters food competition. Kata Robata and Yauatcha took home first and second place from the judges for their truffle-infused desserts. A sold out crowd packed the Reverie events space to feast on bites from over 25 Houston-area restaurants. Sponsored by luxury foods purveyor DR Delicacy, the event benefits Second Servings of Houston, a non-profit that collects leftover prepared food and delivers it to charitable meal… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2G6d2Zo from WordPress http://bit.ly/2DGUUUn

Being part of a neighborhood is important to Michael Blackwell. He’s the managing director of Dallas-based Crescent Communities, which is about to start work on its latest project: Novel River Oaks by Crescent Communities. The eight-story, mixed-use development will go up on the 3.4-acre property at the corner of Westheimer and Willowick roads. And he’s as interested in the neighborhood’s history as he is in creating a new, luxury lifestyle space within it. “The amount… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2CQN9d6 from WordPress http://bit.ly/2sUTlMl

Rustic decor will be looking a little rusty in 2019, or so say the design experts at Zillow. In the real estate and rental marketplace’s annual Home Trend Forecast, they lay out what’s hot and what’s not in decor and design for the new year. In a turnabout from 2018, bold colors and bright patterns are now passe, to be replaced by “subtle and classic color palettes, featuring earth tones and cool blues.” But don’t… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2Gammvh from WordPress http://bit.ly/2HN0qJ4

New research investigates how changes in the bacterial population on a person’s tongue could help identify the presence of pancreatic cancer. from Dentistry News From Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2DH9tYk from Lingual Braces News http://bit.ly/2G8mvj0 from WordPress http://bit.ly/2HFkeOA

January 28, 2019 Our friends at this North Carolina non-profit get started on a new building to expand their vocational training offerings for local kids http://bit.ly/2DEiPnw from House Cleaning http://bit.ly/2HzHIVm from WordPress http://bit.ly/2FUgIOT

What: The Lombardi Award and Conversation with Gridiron Greats Where: The Post Oak Hotel The scoop: Houston society A-listers Wallis Marsh and Hallie Vanderhider scored a major touchdown with their football-themed event, Conversation with GridIron Greats at the Post Oak Hotel. A highlight of the night was the presentation of the Lombardi Award, presented to an NCAA Division 1 football player, regardless of position, based on performance and leadership honed by character and resiliency. Seven… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2WqBUAZ from WordPress http://bit.ly/2G6ZCws

If you are one of those holdouts who still turns your nose up at Texas wines, it’s time to give them a second chance. The industry has exploded over the past few years, in no small part due to a boon in world-class bottles and an increasing commitment to using grapes grown in the state. Hundreds of wineries now dot the landscape, with more than 50 in the Texas Hill Country. It’s worth planning a… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2G88bqW from WordPress http://bit.ly/2G6ITsY

Much like a chance Willie Nelson sighting in Austin, there’s something quintessentially Houston about bumping into ZZ Top frontman Billy Gibbons around town. The gravel-voiced Gibbons manages to regularly pop into local music shows, bars, and restaurants — often posing for selfies and offering free industry advice. Those not lucky enough to run elbows with Gibbons can celebrate ZZ Top’ half- century of rockin’ at the band’s 50th Anniversary Texas Bash, which hits Houston on… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2RmysUf from WordPress http://bit.ly/2TgB4EQ

If a westerly wind is blowing just right along I-10, you can almost taste the turkey legs, Snickers, and sausage being roasted, deep-fried and stuck on a stick in Dominic’s Palmieri’s kitchen — from 1,000 miles away in Phoenix. He’s putting the finishing touches on his latest carnival goodies for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, which opens February 25. Palmieri is the self-anointed “Midway Gourmet” for Ray Cammack Shows, responsible for every corn dog,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2RnzG1p from WordPress http://bit.ly/2TqJ1qY

Even if your wallet is still recovering from the holidays, it’s an unspoken rule that February 14 means purchasing at least a trinket for your love one. But instead of falling for the typical flowers and chocolates, GiftingMap dares you to think outside the candy box this year and secure a Valentine’s Day present he or she will truly treasure. Jewelry Sure, you know Baccarat as the esteemed maker of crystal and barware, but did… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2sRPIag from WordPress http://bit.ly/2DCmmTa

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By any measure, Southern Smoke has become one of Houston’s premier food events. Chris Shepherd’s one day festival attracts top culinary talent from across the country and raises a lot of money for charity — over $1.3 million in four years. Now, Shepherd and team have launched a spring edition of Southern Smoke. Instead of a one day bash, the week-long event will feature a series of guest chef dinners and a citywide steak night… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2CShPux from WordPress http://bit.ly/2CP4frC

Ingredients are the basis of successful baking. Add a little too much of this or too little of that and a potentially decadent desert can fall flat. Combine the correct ingredients in just the right measure and the result can be beautiful. That’s really the premise behind the Broadway smash Waitress, coming to The Hobby Center January 29-February 3. Jenna’s life is less than what she’d like. She’s stuck in a loveless, abusive marriage and… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2G4TFA3 from WordPress http://bit.ly/2HL9UVc

Houston reigns as the top major metro area in Texas for successful minority entrepreneurs, a new study shows. The Houston area ranks No. 11 in the study, done by lending marketplace LendingTree, with Dallas-Fort Worth at No. 17, Austin at No. 29, and San Antonio at No. 34. In all, the study measures the success of minority entrepreneurs in the country’s 50 largest metro areas. Houston is no stranger to high marks for its minority-entrepreneur… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2Uq4CQJ from WordPress http://bit.ly/2HCcv45

A 19th-century farmhouse finally gets the warm, period-style kitchen it deserves http://bit.ly/2CR5eHE from House Cleaning http://bit.ly/2G9MrdU from WordPress http://bit.ly/2MBJqV9

Pro painter Nick Slavik shows you how to spruce up an antique that is covered in thick shellac http://bit.ly/2CNc41a from House Cleaning http://bit.ly/2Wknz98 from WordPress http://bit.ly/2FRkOaj

Editor’s note: It’s time to recap the top stories on CultureMap from this past week. 1\. Prepare for traffic as major downtown ramp will be permanently closed. Expect the 610 loop to become much more crowded now that the I-45 Gulf Freeway ramp to I-69/288 southbound has closed. 2\. Finally! Acclaimed Brenham barbecue joint’s Houston location sets opening date. With construction complete and a new staff trained, pitmaster Leonard Botello IV tells CultureMap “it was… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2RND5Md from WordPress http://bit.ly/2TiiNXY

Researchers find that an oral bacterium usually linked to gum disease also plays a role in Alzheimer’s. This finding has led to a new therapeutic approach. from Dentistry News From Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2FTttJo from Lingual Braces News http://bit.ly/2HGlGAy from WordPress http://bit.ly/2Wg4Trb

What: The 2019 Crystal Ball Winter Ball Where: Hilton Americas The scoop: More than 650 Houstonians packed the Hilton Americas for the 2019 Crystal Ball Winter Ball, chaired by Cyndy Garza Roberts, Dr. Sippi Khurana, and Shawntell McWilliams — all former Women of Distinction — and honorary chairmen Mary Ann and David McKeithan. The Winter Ball was the culmination of ABC13’s Women of Distinction presenting the class of 2019. The evening brought in over $760,000;… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2B4x1V3 from WordPress http://bit.ly/2Mvwj7M

H-E-B is stepping up its seafood offerings just in time for crawfish season. The San Antonio-based grocer will open a new seafood restaurant at its Chinatown-area store (10100 Beechnut St.) on Saturday, January 26. Dubbed the True Texas Boil House, the restaurant serves boiled seafood (crawfish, shrimp, and crab legs), fried seafood (shrimp and catfish), and sides (potatoes, fries, hushpuppies, etc). Prices are reasonable, too; a pound of crawfish costs $6.97 or $5.97 when a… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2B3ZzOy from WordPress http://bit.ly/2Tdye3n

When comedy duos work, the result is pure magic. From Abbott & Costello to Cheech & Chong to Key & Peele, there’s a long history of hilarity coming from the melding of two talented individuals. One of the early duos to show their skills on screen was Laurel & Hardy, whose relationship is documented in the film, Stan & Ollie. However, save for a brief part at the beginning and one flashback, the film doesn’t… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2Rglmrw from WordPress http://bit.ly/2CLxlIh

In 1973, ZZ Top released a song called “Jesus Just Left Chicago.” The Texas rockers had Jesus departing the Windy City, headed to New Orleans. > Jesus just left Chicago/ And he’s bound for New Orleans/ Workin’ from one end to the other and all points in between/ Took a jump through Mississippi/ Well, muddy water turned to wine/ Then out to California through the forests and the pines/ You might not see him in… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2FXPhTs from WordPress http://bit.ly/2Rf8Oki

A dispute between the owners of Houston favorite Peli Peli and landlords AMLI Downtown means plans for the anticipated Austin location are likely scrapped. Owner Thomas Nguyen tells CultureMap that he “highly doubt[s] that we will be able to open there.” The South African eatery first announced it was taking over the former home of Cantina Laredo at 201 W. Third St. in July 2016. Originally, it was slated to open in 2017 after the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2MxFIff from WordPress http://bit.ly/2B2WRbW

Everyone has a favorite brunch spot, but the desire to explore new options remains strong. As fall’s new restaurants mature, they’re expanding service by rolling out brunch. While sleep-deprived staff members may not approve of that decision, it’s certainly good news for diners. From Mexican-influenced dishes to classic French technique, these new offerings contain options for just about any taste. Of course, all of these restaurants also offer plenty of boozy options to either fuel… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2RPEWjB from WordPress http://bit.ly/2sNJurM

Houston drivers are already in an understandable uproar after the permanent closure of the I-45 Gulf Freeway southbound ramp to I-69/288. Now, local commuters will have to pump the brakes with the announcement of multiple closures on Highway 288. Here are the construction closures –permanent and continuous — beginning Friday, January 25 on 288. 288 northbound direct connectors to IH 610, both eastbound and westbound, will be permanently closed on Friday, January 25. Suggested detour:… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2B3oods from WordPress http://bit.ly/2HtE0wx

What: The Social Book launch party Where: The Westin Galleria The scoop: The Social Book, a comprehensive calendar of Houston fundraising events, unveiled the 2019 edition at its annual launch party. The Social Book’s owners Scott Evans, Jeff Henry, and Sami Shbeeb welcomed more than 600 guests to celebrate the 24th anniversary edition. The Social Book partnered with event coordinator Kat Creech and her special events company Kat Creech Events for a “royal” night filled… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2Hu2QMU from WordPress http://bit.ly/2FZtMS1

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Most children use their imaginations to conjure all sorts of fun situations to entertain themselves. While all movies are, in one way or another, someone’s imagination come to life, that sentiment has rarely been more apropos than with The Kid Who Would Be King, a film that brings one boy’s fantasy to life in ways he could never expect. Alex (Louis Ashbourne Serkis) is a normal British kid dealing with problems like bullies and the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2RbVYmP from WordPress http://bit.ly/2S4QQFr

When it comes to Instagram, everyone wants to earn the most likes possible. Instagram stories don’t get likes in the same way as posts do, but they can start conversations through reposts and shares. For the past couple of weeks, Houston’s savviest, food-obsessed Instagrammers have been playing a game on their stories by using bingo cards to compare notes on places they’ve been. Social media influencer Julie Nong (better known as Julie Julez) created the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2T8fIcN from WordPress http://bit.ly/2WgOgvp

The region’s best female bartenders will get a chance to show off their shaking, stirring, and mixing skills at Speed Rack, the all-female bartending competition, which is going down on Monday, January 28. Founded in 2011, Speed Rack tours the country, giving up-and-coming bartenders a chance to show off their behind-the-bar talents, as well as provide them an opportunity to network with other female bartenders from other regions. It has also raised over $850,000 for… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2RdgpQb from WordPress http://bit.ly/2DyZvbd

Some tooth sensitivity after a filling is normal. In this article, we look at the reasons why this occurs, when to see a doctor, and treatments to help relieve tooth sensitivity. from Dentistry News From Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2B2fbSu from Lingual Braces News http://bit.ly/2DwG1UL from WordPress http://bit.ly/2UeDfsu

On this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” chef Justin Turner joins CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss Bernie’s Burger Bus, his food truck-turned-restaurant. In the next month or so, Turner will open his fourth location in Missouri City. Turner brings an obsessive focus on quality to each Bernie’s burger. The restaurant makes all of its own sauces, including ketchup, as well as pickles and burger patties. That attention to detail has allowed Bernie’s… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2ROVA2A from WordPress http://bit.ly/2S19ezf

Name: DJ, as in early rap star DJ Jazzy Jeff and every wacky DJ on a pop music station. Birthdate: April 3, 2018. I’m still a minor. But I hear you can buy a fake ID in certain parking lots in Houston. Ethnicity: I’m a “who knows what,” but you can see some Staffordshire terrier in me. I’m a li’l girly-girl with a big time playful streak. I weigh 37 pounds so my finishing weight… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2B1xVS6 from WordPress http://bit.ly/2S4dqy4

With a melodious mix of classic and contemporary musicals, along with one down-home country world premiere, Theatre Under the Stars plans to dance into their 51st year with a dynamic new season. While their 50th anniversary season continues to bring new productions of audience favorites, TUTS gets ready to leap into their future with revolting youths, a chorus of real-life stories, some Texas country twang, and a holiday elf surprise. “On the heels of our… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2R8P0yN from WordPress http://bit.ly/2MyAmQY

Who needs a crown, does it hurt, and will it look natural? We answer the 7 most common questions patients ask us about crowns. http://bit.ly/2sLVxWE from General Dentist Hammond, Louisiana http://bit.ly/2S6vqI7 from Lingual Braces News http://bit.ly/2sKfJZ2 from WordPress http://bit.ly/2DxPuLD

The weekend is officially upon us and, judging by the dysfunctional weather we’ve had this week, it looks like we’re gonna have some sunny, windy, sleety, freezing, sweltering days ahead. For indoor fun, head over to the Galleria on Saturday and Sunday where, to promote the upcoming sequel to The Lego Movie, there will be a Lego Mini-Room. Yes, parents and children can hang at this colorfully blocked area and pretend they’re chilling with Lego… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2FLrtmm from WordPress http://bit.ly/2G0tg6e

What: 3rd Annual Catapult Gala Where: The Astorian The scoop: Jarrett Hubert and Chris McClendon, creators of Catapult — a nonprofit that guides visually and mobility impaired athletes in endurance sports — recently hosted the third annual Catapult Gala in time for the Chevron Houston Marathon. When Hubert and McClendon hosted their first Catapult fundraising event three years ago — to just 17 people at a private home — they hardly imagined the non-profit they… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2sId3ec from WordPress http://bit.ly/2TfzQdf

The wait for the River Oaks location of Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille is over. The steakhouse will open to the public on February 11, the restaurant announced. Over a year in development, the approximately 12,000-square-foot restaurant will occupy both the former California Pizza Kitchen and second- story Baker Street Pub in the River Oaks Shopping Center at 1997 West Gray St. Opening its first location in the Houston city limits serves as an opportunity to… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2R7EzeY from WordPress http://bit.ly/2WdRlMN

With the holidays over, it’s time to shop for a new season, and perhaps, a whole new look. Discerning shoppers can find haute looks for casual, glam, and bridal — with some tantalizing sales to sweeten the deal. Look for fun pop- ups, trunk shows, a grand opening, and spots that cater to all body types. Get those credit (and gift) cards ready — here are five fun shops to visit for stylish new year…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston http://bit.ly/2Mth3si from WordPress http://bit.ly/2CDjXWO