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Fort Worth’s Kimbell Art Museum is on track for a blockbuster year. First, Monet brought people there in droves. Now, Renoir gets his chance. That is, if viewers will take a chance on Renoir. The museum’s newest exhibition, “Renoir: The Body, The Senses,” opened October 27 for a three-month run that will span the bustling holiday season. It is the first major exhibition devoted solely to French artist Pierre- Auguste Renoir’s lifelong treatment of the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2piVuU9 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2N39xG9

The Terminator series, like other franchises that have extended over many years, has had its ups and downs. The first two films — 1984’s The Terminator and 1991’s Terminator 2: Judgment Day — are the high points, with both being written and directed by James Cameron. Cameron was not involved in three other lackluster sequels, but he’s back in the fold as producer for Terminator: Dark Fate. If you were invested in the direction of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WvsB32 from WordPress https://ift.tt/31ZzsDb

On this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” chef Martin Weaver and his business partners, cousins Andrew and Addison Alvis, join CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss Grinder’s Coffee Bar. Recently opened in West University Place, Weaver and Andrew Alvis pivoted from the salad concept they originally intended to open to a coffee shop. when they ran into permitting issues. Grinder’s sets itself apart in a couple of ways, primarily by being one of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WvwKnw from WordPress https://ift.tt/2PBxHJU

What: Clint Capela’s CC15 Celebrity Bowling Bash Where: BowlMor Lanes The scoop: Houston Rockets fan favorite Clint Capela and his teammates traded basketballs and jerseys for bowling balls and rental shoes at the Celebrity Bowling Bash benefiting Clint Capela’s CC15 Foundation. Guests tested their abilities against Houston’s best athletes at this A-List bowling tournament at BowlMor Lanes, even going head to head with Clint Capela. The event raised almost $100,000 to support the CC15 Foundation’s… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2N1Veli from WordPress https://ift.tt/2C172xY

If you’ve thought about dipping your toe into the home-sharing business but feel overwhelmed by all the minutiae you’d have to manage, here’s a new concept to consider. Airbnb has partnered with Natiivo Austin, a 33-story tower on Rainey Street that will offer 249 fully furnished units, all the perks of a hotel, and the chance for you to purchase a condo and rent it out. It works like this: Natiivo is permitted as a… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/34jufrm from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Nyf6LQ

Name: Lucy, as in I Love Lucy, Lucy van Pelt from the Peanuts comic strip, and the best Lucy of them all, Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds. Birthdate: October 27, 2017 — just around when the year the Astros won the World Series. Ethnicity: I’m a beagle and terrier whatever or something. Here’s my story. I was found on the street, very pregnant, by a kindly soul who took me in and cared for… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2PCf9c7 from WordPress https://ift.tt/333NZid

How’s this for a Halloween treat? Forget the candy — a fab, mobile shoe closet is coming to town. Tamara Mellon, the luxury retailer known for weekly product drops and direct-to-customer sales, is taking her show on the road with a massive mobile closet filled with shoes. From Thursday, October 31 through Sunday November 3, the truck will be parked in the River Oaks District and open for guests from 10 am to 7 pm,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Wx0OiB from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Pz6veH

Dessert can be an afterthought at some restaurants. They’re usually easily identified by the presence of both bread pudding and creme brulee on a menu. Earning a spot on CultureMap’s list of Houston’s top 100 restaurants requires that as much care is invested in the end of a meal as in its beginning. Consider these 10 establishments as examples of those that do it particularly well. For the sake of variety, this list doesn’t repeat… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2C17MDm from WordPress https://ift.tt/335paCH

As the Houston Astros watched the Nationals win the World Series Wednesday night in Game 7 by a 6-2 score, it was hard for Houston fans not to be disappointed, especially how the Astros choked it away. Seeing Washington celebrate its first title on the Astros home field was a tough pill to swallow. It was an exciting time for the Nationals and their fans, however. And it should be a reminder of just how… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/32YUjHU from WordPress https://ift.tt/2JDaJ11

Halloween is upon us. On top of the spooky haunted houses here to scare you, a few fall festivals are here. The 22nd Houston Polish Festival is currently underway at AMC Studio 30, continuing through Sunday. The ten-day, Blessington Farms Pumpkin Patch and Fall Festival in Simonton starts on Thursday. And the 12-day, Ann and Stephen Kaufman Jewish Book & Arts Festival begins on Saturday at the Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center of Houston. Without… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2PA6KGi from WordPress https://ift.tt/2ovBWeD

What: Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation’s Power of Literacy Luncheon Where: The Post Oak Hotel The scoop: The Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation’s Ladies for Literacy Guild, along with this year’s luncheon co-chairs, Lilly Andress and Vicki West, hosted the fourth annual Power of Literacy Luncheon at The Post Oak Hotel. The event featured Oscar-winning actress, singer and author, Julie Andrews, along with her daughter, Emma Walton Hamilton. Nearly 800 guests were in attendance; the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/34dmK59 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2N2HO8S

One of Houston’s most popular food trucks has finally opened its brick and mortar restaurant. The Waffle Bus has entered a soft opening phase and will celebrate its grand opening Saturday, November 2. Owner Phi Nguyen tells CultureMap that he originally planned for the restaurant to be open by now, but delays with his contractor and city permits changed the timeline. Still, he says he’s excited to be serving customers at his new home. “This… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WpADKX from WordPress https://ift.tt/31UYqn2

Whether you’re winding down from a workout or just wrapping up a long day at the office, everyone needs a cool-down period. Make it even more enjoyable with a cocktail using Austin Eastciders Brut Super Dry, a light and refreshing sip that’s reminiscent of Champagne and only boasts 100 calories. Here are five suggested activity and cocktail pairings — though if you want to go rogue and mix them up, we won’t stop you. Activity:… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2NpeFUj from WordPress https://ift.tt/2q9l65C

This week, I reached out for a six-pack of Frosted Honey Butter Biscuits at the No. 3 bone-in chicken plucker, Church’s, with 1,009 restaurants across the U.S. and participating countries ’round the world. Every so often, I need to inform newcomers: while Church’s Honey Butter Biscuits can be a religious experience, this chicken chain is not affiliated with any organized church or religious group. In 1952, George W. Church opened Church’s Fried Chicken to Go… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/34gIsp2 from WordPress https://ift.tt/36lrYgU

Everything old is new again. Not to be cliche, but that old saying really feels true at this particular moment in the arc of Houston restaurants. This month’s list of new restaurants to try features six establishments that are both old and new. Either they’re existing establishments with new menus and designs or they’re rebranded and updated takes on previous concepts. Some of these efforts are more successful than others, of course, but all are… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/34gQkGZ from WordPress https://ift.tt/36hvLvR

When it comes to paying rent, many Houstonians carry a pretty big burden, according to a new study. The research, conducted by listings site Apartment List, shows almost half of renters in Houston — 49.3 percent — struggled to pay rent in 2018. The analysis is based on data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Apartment List found 24.8 percent of Houston renters face a “moderate” burden, while the burden is “severe” for 24.5 percent. The… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/36j4I3d from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Ju8sVV

Stoke Bishop Dental Centre is a dentist in Bristol that has built a reputation for providing outstanding dental care and has kept ahead of the field in general and cosmetic dentistry. Its Druid Hill practice offers a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where patients can benefit from a full range of dental treatments including adult orthodontic teeth straightening and restorative dentistry.   Dental team Its team of experienced and highly qualified dentists in Bristol’s Stoke Bishop is supported by specialists and hygienists and for those who are anxious about dentistry, sedation is available. The team understand that each patient is unique and not only strive to tailor treatment to individual needs but are dedicated to ensuring that each patient receives the best possible care. Principal Dentist, Paul Wilson, has an abundance of specialist qualifications including an MA in Restorative and Clinical Dentistry and a Diploma in Implant Dentistry. He is now responsible for training...

After dominating in Washington, D.C., to take all three games on the road to take a 3-2 lead in the series, the Houston Astros returned home to Minute Maid Park to try and finish the series in front of their home crowd with Justin Verlander on the mound. Once again, though, the road team would come out ahead as the Nationals would get the better of Houston’s pitching, winning 7-2 and forcing a Game 7…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2JytliG from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Jzlp0G

What: Children’s Art Project trunk show, hosted by Paige Fertitta Where: The Fertitta home The scoop: Custom holiday cards, designer Radko ornaments, and other holiday gifts were on display at the Fertitta home for MD Anderson’s Children’s Art Project Trunk Show. The sale, hosted by Paige Fertitta, was the kick-off to the holiday season for the Children’s Art Project – an MD Anderson program that sells merchandise inspired by the artwork of children with cancer…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3699Oiq from WordPress https://ift.tt/2orUoEX

The coworking and acceleration hub that’s been holding down the Houston innovation ecosystem’s West Houston presence has officially cut the ribbon and celebrated its grand opening. Just hours after announcing The Downtown Launch Pad on October 24, The Cannon Houston celebrated the grand opening of its 120,0000-square-foot home at 1334 Brittmoore Rd. The party welcomed over 600 innovators, Cannon members, and visitors. Founder and CEO, Lawson Gow, who is also the son of InnovationMap’s parent… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2pXJ8k9 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2MVfVzi

Four new openings have been announced in the last week or so that will be of interest to CultureMap readers. To save a little time, here they are in one convenient article. Let’s call it: four things to know. Tejas Burger Joint, the companion restaurant to Tomball’s acclaimed Tejas Chocolate & Barbecue (ranked 16 on CultureMap’s list of Houston’s top 100 restaurants), opens today (Tuesday, October 29). Located in Tomball at 214 W. Main St.,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2BVhqr3 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2JA68ga

Work perks vary, but one that both employers and staff can agree on is easy medical access. Wellness services are not only cost-effective for the employers — no more lost productivity, and easily obtained preventative care means healthier workers — but also handy for the employees, who no longer have to use PTO or their personal time to see a healthcare provider. Large employers are catching on, with more than 33 percent of companies with… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2osIvid from WordPress https://ift.tt/36dH9ZC

It’s only a few weeks away and we still don’t have any word who will be playing at Travis Scott’s second edition of Astroworld Festival at NRG Park on November 9, which follows last year’s model of not releasing the line-up until the day before the event. Let’s hope Scott is up to starring at his own party after dislocating his knee at the Rolling Loud festival in New York City a few weeks ago…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Jxngmw from WordPress https://ift.tt/34avHfr

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is famous for breaking records — notably, for single-day rodeo or concert attendance (a prime example is this year’s Go Tejano Day, which saw 75,586 for one night). Now, the venerable Houston institution is celebrating a new record, as it has exceeded $500 million in total commitment to support Texas youth and educational programs since 1932. The news comes as the rodeo announces an educational commitment of nearly $27… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/31SM2E1 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2BRlMPT

Halloween-related events dominate this week’s options, but choices still abound for those who aren’t interested in spooky stuff. For wine lovers, this week’s Iron Sommelier competition is always can’t miss. Those looking for something a little more rustic might want to see what Ronnie Killen is cooking up at the site of his next restaurant. Wrap up this week with a zombie-themed grand opening bash and an annual event where Houston’s top pastry chefs unite… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2BUI8A5 from WordPress https://ift.tt/34fx90m

For two years during his career as an NBA referee, Tim Donaghy did more than send players to the free throw line and “T up” abrasive coaches. He and two cohorts cashed millions with Donaghy making questionable calls and betting on games that he was officiating. On November 1, Donaghy’s story comes to the big screen in Inside Game – The True Story of the NBA Betting Scandal — starring Eric Mabius as Tim Donaghy,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2pZzOwg from WordPress https://ift.tt/2pZA26A

Orange really is the new black. For stylish Houstonians and Houston Astros fans alike, the vibrant hue is having its moment. No matter where you’re cheering on the ‘Stros, you’ll want to put together a look that is not only stylish but also stadium-approved. Fortunately, these Houston accessories and apparel shops and events have everything you need for through Game 7. Carla Valencia Design Customize your denim jacket or bedazzle your Astros jersey with patches… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2NiRdI5 from WordPress https://ift.tt/36aXP3W

From Frank Stella to Robert Rauschenberg, Roy Lichtenstein to Dorothy Hood, John Biggers to James Surls, the University of Houston has collected art from some of the greatest contemporary artist and put it on display for the whole of Houston to see for the past 50 years. For a this special anniversary year, UH celebrates this half century of collecting nearly 700 works of art with a series of events, programs and tours to help… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/36dukP3 from WordPress https://ift.tt/36cbR5s

The Bayou City turns itself into Boo Town as Halloween approaches. From spooky deals to haunted celebrations, there’s a whole lot happening to make adults feel like kids ready to trick or treat. Wednesday, October 30 Live Team Trivia at Pluckers Wing Bar The traditional weekly trivia contest gets kicked up a notch tonight, with teams getting bonus points if they come in costume. Trivia starts at 7:30 pm and features 10 rounds of questions… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/31PWcoV from WordPress https://ift.tt/2pl4pEu

Imagine living on the largest private recreational lake in Houston, or being within minutes of the area’s best shopping, dining, entertainment, and offices. Now imagine that lifestyle coupled with homes built by Houston’s premier builders, and you’ve got the one-of-a-kind lifestyle that is Towne Lake. This award-winning residential community — it just won Master Planned Community of the Year and the Grand Award for Developer of the Year — from Caldwell Communities offers unique lakeside… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/31TTONO from WordPress https://ift.tt/31TqxTN

One of Houston’s most innovative bar-restaurant hybrids is closing its doors. Decatur Bar & Pop-Up Factory will shutter after service on Thursday, October 31, owner Adam Brackman announced. Throughout this week, the bar will offer drink specials such as $5 cocktails, $4 beers, and $5 glasses of wine. Thursday night will be a Dia de los Muertos party with live music, tarot readings, and guest bartender Marla Martinez (Around the Corner). Located on the site… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2JwvpI6 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Nhyugd

One of Montrose’s favorite destinations for fajitas and frozen margaritas has served its last tortillas. El Real Tex-Mex Cafe closed after service on Sunday, October 27, chef-owner Bryan Caswell tells CultureMap. The chef explains that the restaurant simply wasn’t making enough money to remain a viable concern. Negotiations that would have transferred majority ownership to a different operator fell though. Recently awarded custody of his son, Caswell says he wants to concentrate on Reef, his… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2MTM9v1 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2JpVybd

After falling behind 2-0 in this series by dropping two disappointing games at home to start the World Series, the Astros have responded by taking all three games in D.C. to take a 3-2 lead after a 7-1 win in Game 5. Yordan Alvarez, Carlos Correa, and George Springer each had big two-run home runs, but it was Gerrit Cole who put an exclamation point on an outstanding season with a seven-inning, one-run gem. Here… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/32SRSqt from WordPress https://ift.tt/2MRN8eS

The Cannon Houston, a startup incubator and coworking space, and Houston-based Amegy Bank announced a partnership to create a 17,000-square-foot innovation space in downtown. The Downtown Launch Pad is expected to open on a few floors of the Amegy Bank building at 1801 Main St. in the spring. Along with coworking space, the new hub will house MassChallenge Texas, which had its inaugural cohort earlier this year, and gener8tor, an early acceleration program announced last… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2JtQClR from WordPress https://ift.tt/2MTceu8

Editor’s note: It’s time to recap the top stories on CultureMap from this past week. 1\. Ken Hoffman on why announcers should stop mentioning Jose Altuve’s height. “It is amazing what Altuve is accomplishing in baseball, but his height really isn’t a factor,” Ken Hoffman writes. 2\. Local Tex-Mex family serves up exciting new restaurant in Oak Forest. Valencia’s Tex-Mex Garage will be the first new restaurant from Ricardo Valencia and Vienna Valencia Bement since… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2PmzimI from WordPress https://ift.tt/31LgXlD

A beloved and venerable Houston gym in Greenway Plaza is getting a major facelift, courtesy of a major national player. The former Houston City Club will now be known as Life Time Greenway Diamond Signature Club, following a massive, $34 million renovation and expansion. The new athletic resort, the tenth in Houston, will open Monday, October 28 at 4 am. Life Time purchased the Greenway Plaza space in 2017 and began work in 2018 on… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2pQoouA from WordPress https://ift.tt/2MLpUHi

An exciting new restaurant from two veteran operators is coming to The Heights. Da Gama Canteen, an Anglo-Indian restaurant from Rishi Hospitality owners Shiva and Rick Di Virgilio, will open next fall at M-K-T, the massive new mixed-used development currently under construction just north of I-10 on Shepherd Drive, developer Radom Capital announced. The Di Virgilios tell CultureMap that Da Gama, named for the Portuguese explorer who navigated a sea route to India, represents an… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2BLx2NQ from WordPress https://ift.tt/2pdNNOT

Kata Robata is Houston’s best restaurant, according to Alison Cook. The Upper Kirby sushi restaurant tops the venerable critic’s list of Houston’s top 100 restaurants. Seems reasonable enough. Kata Robata chef Manabu Horiuchi is the current CultureMap Tastemaker Awards chef of the year, and his restaurant balances both traditional sushi techniques with an appealing, Gulf Coast perspective that includes dishes like heritage pork shu mai and Texas wagyu yakitori skewers. “What lands a restaurant on… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/32Zrn2k from WordPress https://ift.tt/2PkrnGw

An architectural first that Houstonians have been eagerly awaiting since last summer is officially open. Drewery Place, the $200-million development and site of Midtown’s first residential tower, is the first phase of the groundbreaking Laneways project. Spearheaded by Australian developer Caydon, Drewery Place is 27 levels of luxury apartment living with an Australian twist. The Drewery Place name refers to a popular laneway (walkable alley) in Melbourne, Australia — Caydon’s home base — and was… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2PklrgI from WordPress https://ift.tt/2N8utuo

A new study shows Texas’ major metros are some of the hottest places to move to in the U.S. — and Houston tops them all. Real estate site CommercialCafe recently looked at “metro-to-metro” migration to see which areas are “winning” in terms of new residents, and a trio of Lone Star cities appears in the top five. With an average net gain of 32,821 residents, Houston ranks third overall. Dallas-Fort Worth, with an average net… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2qD5QhJ from WordPress https://ift.tt/2PjfwbB

Win or lose (stop worrying — the Astros have not yet begun to fight in the World Series), this has been the team’s greatest, and my favorite, season ever. I’ve been to more games at Minute Maid Park, and watched more games on ATT SportsNet, and enjoyed every minute, all the wins and even the losses. Thankfully there were more wins, 107 of them, the most in Astros history. Rooting for the good guys It’s… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WfbKSb from WordPress https://ift.tt/32X6rJH

Foreign language films, no matter how good, rarely make much of an impact in the United States, either at the box office or at the Oscars. Those that do — Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Pan’s Labyrinth, Amelie — tend to stand out for their unique storytelling, giving a point of view that’s not often on display in the normal Hollywood films. The Korean film Parasite, directed and co-written by Bong Joon Ho, is likely to… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2Jpz6iK from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Phl3PN

What: Crime Stoppers of Houston “Leading the Way to a Safer Houston” gala Where: Hyatt Regency Downtown The scoop: More than 370 Houstonians packed the Hyatt Regency Downtown for the Crime Stoppers of Houston “Leading the Way to a Safer Houston” gala. The annual soiree, known as one of the Bayou City’s must-attend events, brought together more than supporters, victims of crime, community advocates, elected officials, and law enforcement from across the Greater Houston Area…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/367MNMH from WordPress https://ift.tt/2PkdckO

What: Houston Grand Opera’s Opening Night performance and dinner Celebration Where: Wortham Theater Center and Ray C. Fish Plaza The scoop: Houston Grand Opera opened its daring 65th season with a new production of Verdi’s beloved Rigoletto under the direction of Tomer Zvulun and a much-anticipated return to the Ray C. Fish Plaza. The celebratory night, chaired by Drs. Rachel and Warren A. Ellsworth IV, raised over $375,000 for HGO. The evening began with HGO… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/366Ddd1 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2WiV3oU

On this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” Peli Peli co-founder Thomas Nguyen and executive chef Ryan Stewart join CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss recent changes at the South African restaurant. Peli Peli recently opened its fourth Houston-area restaurant in The Woodlands, which is Stewart’s first new location since replacing Paul Friedman as executive chef. Stewart talks about his decision to move from South Africa to America and what drew him to Peli… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2pNCU6s from WordPress https://ift.tt/35W7JX0

EaDo’s eagerly anticipated new bakery will make its debut next month. Kofferteria will open November 15 at 1110 Hutchins St, chef-owner Vanarich Kuch announced. As CultureMap previously reported, Kuch, a Top Chef: Just Desserts veteran best known locally for his time at Tiny Boxwoods, will draw both his professional experiences and his Cambodian heritage to create the cafe’s menu. In addition to bakery staples like cookies, tarts, and petit gateau, Kuch tells CultureMap he’s planning… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2MJ9CPd from WordPress https://ift.tt/2WbTgBL

As the oldest church in Texas, it’s no surprise that some people claim ghosts haunt San Antonio’s San Fernando Cathedral. But the cathedral’s reputation is so spooky that on October 15, Conde Nast Traveler magazine named it one of the 30 most haunted places in the U.S — the only place in Texas to make the list. “When construction workers started renovating the church in 1936, they unearthed bones, nails, and tattered military uniforms near… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2BEohoB from WordPress https://ift.tt/2qHIc3P

Longtime Houston favorite Cafe Annie has undergone a makeover, and it’s time to see it for yourself. The refreshed eatery, now known as The Annie Cafe & Bar, is now open daily for lunch and dinner at 1800 Post Oak Blvd. Executive chef Robert Del Grande is still leading the kitchen, which is now focused on turning out Texas-influenced American cuisine. The revamped restaurant is the latest from Berg Hospitality Group, which also operates B&B… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2pSvY7P from WordPress https://ift.tt/361MHX9

Name: Harley, as in legendary grappler Harley Race, actress Harley Quinn Smith, and everybody’s dream bike, a Harley-Davidson. Birthdate: January 22, 2019 — that’s this year! I’m still a puppy. Ethnicity: I’m a terrier and Chihuahua combo platter. I’m a little diva and still have my girlish figure, only 15 pounds. I’m a cuddler and a hugger. I like to play tug-o-war, which oddly was once an Olympic sport. I like to ride in the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2BHtmN2 from WordPress https://ift.tt/2BDd3AI

Houston might be the country’s fourth-largest metropolis, but that hasn’t slowed nurturing of its green, natural areas. One example is the historic Buffalo Bayou’s East Sector. For years, the Buffalo Bayou Partnership has worked to develop a master plan for the area, which spans the five-mile stretch of Buffalo Bayou from US 59 to the Port of Houston Turning Basin. This space joins Houston’s Fifth Ward and the Greater East End, two of the city’s… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2BD5slG from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Jja58B