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What: Home Is Where the Heart Is Gala kickoff Where: Gunst River Oaks residence The scoop: Soaring temps didn’t stop a sizzling crowd from gathering at a River Oaks home last to build the heat for Homemade Hope’s always buzzy “Home Is Where the Heart Is Gala.” Homemade Hope founder Brooke Bentley Gunst and her husband Jeff Gunst opened their home for an indoor-outdoor event that included bubbly sipping, fine wine tasting and charcuterie noshing… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3yyMbwA from WordPress https://ift.tt/2WGfEbe

A Houston nonprofit has made a major commitment to increasing diversity in the wine world. The Southern Smoke Foundation has partnered with the Roots Fund to launch an $80,000 scholarship fund for BIPOC who want to improve their wine knowledge. STEP (Study, Taste, Educate, Prosper) will grant annual scholarships to courses overseen by the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET), a British- based non-profit organization that sets qualifications and courses in wine education. To be… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WI9hne from WordPress https://ift.tt/3kFGS9T

The one big thing that has been missing from the Marvel Cinematic Universe is a feeling of intimacy when it comes to the action. There have been plenty of highly cinematic sequences, but the abundance of computer-generated imagery, especially in the hand-to-hand combat, makes the scenes feel repetitive and, frankly, boring after they’ve been done so many times. That deficiency is addressed in a great way in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3BuItGs from WordPress https://ift.tt/3jufxbq

On September 1, 2021, patients suffering from any stage of cancer and battling post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) will be able to access physician- prescribed medical cannabis in Texas. What’s happening? The much-anticipated House Bill 1535 is going into effect on that date, expanding access to medical cannabis to even more patients under the Compassionate Use Program (CUP). Likewise, the bill will increase the THC limit in medical cannabis products from 0.5 percent to 1 percent… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3kG7ac7 from WordPress https://ift.tt/3ysI4Ch

The fit, fabulous, and fundamentally health conscious in Houston’s west side have a new way to hydrate and attend to their wellness. ThrIVe Drip Spa has opened its fourth location in Memorial Green Urban Plaza, the company announced. This new outpost (12505 Memorial Dr., Suite 120 –East Building) will specialize in customized IV vitamin drips and boosters that promise to maximize health, performance recovery, and wellness, a press release notes. The luxurious “Drop Lounge” and… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3yxrst6 from WordPress https://ift.tt/3DzFI8v

Each year, CultureMap celebrates Texas’ culinary stars with our Tastemaker Awards program. This year felt especially celebratory, as we honored the resilience and ingenuity of restaurants, bars, chefs, and bartenders from across the state with the return of our in-person events held throughout the summer. Our 2021 Tastemakers tour kicked off in Houston on July 22 with a full house of guests and nominees gathering for food, drink, and a lively awards ceremony emceed by… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3BqNJe6 from WordPress https://ift.tt/3gNRvpQ

After 10 years on Westheimer, Chris Shepherd will overhaul his restaurant operations in early 2022. The James Beard Award-winning chef announced that he will move his luxurious steakhouse Georgia James from its current home to the Regent Square mixed-use development that’s currently under construction at the corner of Dunlavy and West Dallas and close Hay Merchat, his comfort food restaurant and craft beer bar — at least for now. Both Georgia James and Hay Merchant… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3gNKhCw from WordPress https://ift.tt/3jwDTkU

OMG has pretty much become a default response to everything in these trying times. But the familiar “Oh My God(sh)” catchphrase takes on a whole new meaning with a new local film fest. The new OMG Festival — this one stands for Outdoor Movies at the Gordy — offers an homage to millennial culture and the movie adaptations that the generation made classics. The inaugural fest runs Friday, September 10 through Sunday, September 12 and… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2YceAML from WordPress https://ift.tt/3t0kXOj

A craft beer bar with an in-house brewery opens this weekend near The Heights. Big Owl Craft Brew House will debut Saturday, September 4. A dream of Al and Victoria Gonzalez, Big Owl will offer 24 taps of craft beer, along with an extensive selection of bottles and cans for both on-premise and to-go. While the bar will feature local and regional selections, it will also serve as a taproom for Turkey Forrest Brewing, a… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3Dvml0e from WordPress https://ift.tt/38ppf8q

There have already been a number of movies that have dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic in one way or another, from the of-the-moment documentary Totally Under Control to lighter fare like the Anne Hathaway-Chiwetel Ejiofor heist rom-com Locked Down. It’s unclear how much of an appetite moviegoers have for stories about an awful thing that not only happened to everyone, but is still actively going on, but creativity can sometimes be at its best when… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3t7LcTi from WordPress https://ift.tt/2WxWe8y

An ambitious new restaurant is coming to The Heights. Scheduled to open next spring, Baso will feature two chefs who have worked at some of the most acclaimed restaurants in the world. Chef Fernando Recio spent a year working at Mugartiz, a two-star restaurant that consistently ranks in the top 10 of the World’s 50 Best List, and four years for Saison Hospitality, divided between two years at Saison — which has been on the… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/38spm36 from WordPress https://ift.tt/3BmRIby

Last week the Houston Astros became the first MLB team to require that all full-time, non-player employees roll up their sleeves and get vaccinated against COVID-19. The zero-tolerance order applies to the Astros’ three minor league teams, too. If an employee says no to being vaccinated, here’s a cardboard box, clean out your desk. In the doomful words of WWE boss Vince McMahon and the former leader of the free world: “you’re fired!” Several months… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3BEzQcz from WordPress https://ift.tt/38p7tlR

The 17th Annual Big Tex Choice Awards, the fried food ritual that’s a part of the annual State Fair of Texas, had a bit of a shocking outcome in 2021. Only two competitors won awards. This is the contest in which State Fair vendors submit creations to be judged. The State Fair people winnow the list down to 10 finalists, who get judged in three categories: savory, sweet, and most creative. That means there is… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3zvbDoe from WordPress https://ift.tt/3gNF1P9

On the same day that Hurricane Katrina struck 16 years earlier, Ida pummeled Louisiana’s coast for some 16 hours. The Category 4 hurricane, which ravaged the gulf on the afternoon of Sunday, August 29, was finally downgraded from a Category 4 Hurricane on Monday, August 30 by the U.S. National Hurricane Center. Winds reached 150 miles per hour, a tie for the fifth-strongest hurricane to strike the mainland U.S., according to the hurricane center. In… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3BgtNKW from WordPress https://ift.tt/3yvAEy6

Editor’s note: It’s time to recap the top stories on CultureMap from this past week. 1\. Fort Bend paves the way for more residential and retail with massive new development. Overall, the three phases cover approximately 180 acres and 1 million square feet of space. 2\. 5 best new Houston restaurants and shops for cool and creative ice cream. Get some relief from the heat with these sweet treats. 3\. Pioneering South African restaurant ends… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/38AMXit from WordPress https://ift.tt/3yo98CL

The Houston Zoo has taken to protecting fine feathered friends of late, with the recent rescue of Mae, the critically injured national icon bald eagle who is now residing with her eagle BFF, Sally Ride. Now, the zoo has announced the successful breeding, raising, and releasing of one of the most endangered birds in North America. Some 68 Attwater’s prairie chickens are now roaming the Lone Star State — specifically the Attwater’s Prairie Chicken National… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3mFNGH2 from WordPress https://ift.tt/3kpcwIs

Four more Houston restaurants will soon be in the Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives spotlight. The Food Network has revealed episodes and airdates that feature places visited by host Guy Fieri during a trip to Houston in April. They are: Fresco Cafe Italiano as part of “Cookin’ From Scratch” on Friday, September 3 at 8 pm Weights + Measures as part of “Cookin’ From Scratch” on Friday, September 3 at 8 pm Be More Pacific as… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3zpPyra from WordPress https://ift.tt/3Be0h8u

Call it a chant, a rallying cry, or utter declaration: “Whose House? Coogs’ House!” has been a hallmark call and response at University of Houston sporting events for decades. Now, the battle cry is going national in a roaring new TV campaign. UH will be the focus of a new national commercial, set to initially air Saturday, September 4, during the Houston Cougar football opener against Texas Tech kicking off at 6 pm on ESPN…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3sTRhm6 from WordPress https://ift.tt/38jfett

The Real Housewives of Dallas are cordially uninvited back to the party. Bravo has switched off the show after five seasons. “There are currently no plans to bring The Real Housewives of Dallas back next year, and beyond that, nothing official has been decided,” Bravo said in a statement. That leaves the door slightly cracked for a return, perhaps to stream on NBC’s Peacock, as The Real Housewives of Miami is doing after being canceled… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3zqGrq2 from WordPress https://ift.tt/3zo8EO9

Three legs won’t stop King, a four-year-old bull terrier mix, from having fun and giving out cuddles. The male dog is currently at Houston SPCA, where he went after being rescued by the Cruelty Investigators from a bad situation that resulted in one of his legs being surgically removed. But worry not! The 47-pound boy hasn’t let being a tripawd slow him down one bit, and now he’s anxiously waiting for his new family to… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2URNLvR from WordPress https://ift.tt/3sQxbcm

A Dallas-based luxury caftan and wrap brand is unveiling its first Houston boutique in the swanky River Oaks District. This marks the second brick-and-mortar outpost for La Vie Style House, set to open in mid-October. “This is the perfect location for us,” co-founder Jamie Coulter said in a release. “It’s a match made in retail heaven! From our first pop-up to our flagship store in Dallas, it’s been fun watching our brand fans grow in… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3kyutEy from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Y30iOq

One of this year’s most eagerly anticipated new restaurants has made its debut. Urbe, a street food concept from husband-and-wife duo Hugo Ortega and Tracy Vaught, began a quiet soft opening Friday, August 27. Known for their restaurants Hugo’s, Backstreet Cafe, Caracol, and Xochi, Urbe has been in development for approximately two years and is the first casual concept for Ortega and Vaught’s H-Town Restaurant Group. Located in the former Cafe Express space in Uptown… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3kugZdd from WordPress https://ift.tt/3zorFjL

Central Texas’ most cherished annual roots and Americana music festival — and a cornerstone of the Austin area’s treasured hippie-cowboy culture — is returning this fall after a canceled 2020 event. Old Settler’s Music Festival, which began in 1987 as a one-day bluegrass fest and morphed throughout the years into a nationally recognized four-day camping and jamming event, will take to the stage in nearby Tilman, Texas (about an hour’s drive south of Austin), for… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3BwVvTZ from WordPress https://ift.tt/2Y3fLhr

What: “As I Am” opening exhibition Where: KNOWAutism’s at River Oaks District The scoop: The tony River Oaks District now has a colorful new resident with a mission to assist families impacted by autism. Beloved nonprofit organization KNOWAutism unveiled its first-ever art exhibition, a curated collection of pieces from its recently launched “As I Am” art project. For the works, KNOWAutism provided client families, local schools, and nonprofit partners with art kits throughout the pandemic…. from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3sPb9Xv from WordPress https://ift.tt/3kxwKQF

On this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” co-host Linda Salinas joins CultureMap food editor Eric Sandler to discuss the news of the week as well as recent meals at two new bars and restaurants. In the news of the week segment, Sandler and Salinas begin their conversation by discuss the Hotel Granduca’s announcement that Ristorante Cavour has been rebranded as Alba Ristorante. Salinas notes that Houstonians typically shy away from hotel restaurants, but that… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/38dtu7c from WordPress https://ift.tt/3gDHcVA

Already causing quite the tropical storm since its opening, Lagoonfest Texas in Texas City is stirring up a frenzy on social media with a water experience. The wildly popular beachy attraction has just introduced floating cabanas — dubbed “aquabanas” (see what they did there?) — designed to marry the thrill of water with the chill of sipping cocktails in a cabana. Since an announcement video revealing the installation was posted, Lagoonfest Texas’s Instagram has blown… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/38ekQFo from WordPress https://ift.tt/3gDHsE2

Fans of late-night eats have a promising new option courtesy of Grand Prize, the popular, Montrose-area bar. Beginning this week, the restaurant industry’s favorite hangout spot has new food offerings overseen by Chito Perez of Umbrella Fellas. Under the banner of the Trophy Case Kitchen, Perez will lead a collaborative kitchen that features four vendors who have been building their reputations through regular appearances at other Inner Loop bars: Southern food specialist Knives in Water… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WlWV4M from WordPress https://ift.tt/3zpvFR8

Throughout their history, horror movies have often been allegories for more serious subject matter. You name the real-world concern, chances are it’s been addressed in some form in a horror movie. In 2017, writer/director Jordan Peele kicked off a new reckoning of race issues with his stellar Get Out, a theme that now continues with the remake of Candyman. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II stars as Anthony McCoy, an artist living in Chicago with his girlfriend, Brianna… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3jh6qdU from WordPress https://ift.tt/3ymPcQy

Houstonians hardly need a reminder that our beloved rodeo is the best in the land. Now, a new honor further cements that bragging right. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo was just recognized as ACM Fair/Rodeo of the Year. That honor came at the 14th Annual Academy of Country Music Honors held at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on August 25. The annual event recognized the honorees and off-camera category winners from the 55th… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3gBevIB from WordPress https://ift.tt/3yl9vhl

As the tide turns on the pandemic (hopefully), thrill-seekers are sure to be screaming for SeaWorld’s newest high-flying attraction. Opening next spring at SeaWorld San Antonio: Tidal Surge, dubbed the world’s tallest and fastest screaming swing. The all-new attraction, which SeaWorld notes is world-record-breaking in its heart-pounding action, features two pendulum-like arms that soar progressively higher, reaching 135 feet at their peak, with alternate sides swaying back- and-forth at a terrifying 68 mph. This creates… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3yqusaY from WordPress https://ift.tt/3jlxYPA

Heads up, oenophiles: National Red Wine Day is going down this Saturday. In honor of the day, Sixty Vines is highlighting its red wine on tap with customizable wine flights. Guests can enjoy an off-the-menu experience (guided by your server or bartender) and sip on three to four, 2.5-ounce pours from the 60-tap wine system. That’s happening this weekend, and so is a tasty “anti-food festival,” an ice- cream-themed outdoor market, a James Harden concert… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3jeDrYd from WordPress https://ift.tt/3sMpWlQ

A state-of-the-art terminal is coming to Galveston in time for a (hopeful) return to serious cruising. Royal Caribbean International recently broke ground on a new, $125 million cruise terminal to serve as homeport for its award-winning Oasis Class ship, Allure of the Seas. The techy new terminal is set to open by fall 2022, the company notes. Those familiar with the cruise line will recognize Allure as one of the brand’s largest ships. The first… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WmyW4T from WordPress https://ift.tt/3jfDYJl

A movie theater experience that’s rife with ’80s nostalgia is coming to town: The Golden Girls, the vintage TV series, is coming to the big screen. “Forever Golden! A Celebration of the Golden Girls” will be a two-night experience featuring five episodes from the TV series, screening at movie theaters nationwide, including several theaters around Houston. For those who’ve miraculously never seen a re-run of the show — which airs continuously on the Hallmark channel… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3zhQMVl from WordPress https://ift.tt/3zdA5KF

A Houston restaurant known for South African cuisine will soon close for good. Peli Peli South African Kitchen will be replaced by Mozambik, a Portuguese-inspired restaurant with locations in South Africa and Zambia. Mozambik will take over Peli Peli’s locations in the Galleria and in The Woodlands; Peli Peli’s last day of service will be September 5. Mozambik will open in The Woodlands on September 10 with the Galleria location to follow after interior renovations… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WpwDhU from WordPress https://ift.tt/3gRlopF

A blend of Indian, Mexican, Polish, and Western cultures gives Bandera a unique ambiance you won’t find anywhere else in Texas. Located about four hours from Houston, the “Cowboy Capital of the World” was a staging area for the last great cattle drives of the late 1800s. In fact, a bronze monument honoring the many National Rodeo Champions who call Bandera home stands on the courthouse lawn. So it makes perfect sense that Bandera is… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3BfBpNw from WordPress https://ift.tt/3jfzRwR

A Southern California chicken sandwich restaurant’s nationwide expansion plans run through Houston. Daddy’s Chicken Shack will open its first franchised location in a former dry cleaners at the corner of 11th Street and N. Shepherd Drive. Founded by Chef Pace Webb and her husband Chris Georgalas, Daddy’s blends classic Southern flavors with Asian touches, a nod to Georgalas being half- Japanese. Daddy’s Chicken makes its sandwiches with birds that are hormone-free, antibiotic-free, and free range,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3gyUlPt from WordPress https://ift.tt/3zp8dDC

What: “La Dolce Vita” Where: Neiman Marcus, The Galleria The scoop: In a haute summer prelude to an anticipated fall event, stylish Houstonians gathered at Neiman Marcus to toast the upcoming Italian Cultural & Community Center’s Second Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon, “La Dolce Vita.” The luncheon is set to take place at River Oaks Country Club on October 12, 2021 with Victor Costa serving as guest of honor. Guests strolled the second floor of… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3jgNuw3 from WordPress https://ift.tt/3ygQBZc

In an effort to stem the wave of environmental damage caused by often well- meaning celebrations and traditions, Galveston has banned the release of balloons by residents and visitors, the city recently announced. Under this new ordinance, intentionally releasing a balloon outdoors is a Class C misdemeanor punishable by an up to $200 fine. The move comes as earlier this month, Galveston city council unanimously voted in favor of an amendment to the city’s litter… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3sLsoZG from WordPress https://ift.tt/3BctmkU

With the current surge in COVID-19 cases and variants spreading rapidly, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo pushed residents Tuesday, August 24 to take advantage of the vaccine cash initiative and announced a new strategy to help lower the number of COVID cases. The county has seen an overwhelming response to the incentive. “It’s a win for the people of Harris County and a much needed boost to the health care workers who have been seeing… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2XP4nWd from WordPress https://ift.tt/2WmowCK

6903 Hartland St. Houston, TX 77055 Neighborhood: Spring Branch Style: Traditional Square footage: 3,045 Beds: 3 Baths: 3 full, 1 partial Price: $775,000 The lowdown: Taken down to the studs in 2019 for a stunning remodel and expansion, 6903 Hartland St. was completely reimagined with open-concept spaces that feature warm, traditional features. It is the recipient of the 2020 GHBA Prism Award for Whole House Renovation, with work from Craftsmanship by John. The interior features… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3zas9tD from WordPress https://ift.tt/2ULseVN

Finally, Fadi Dimassi has come back to Westheimer. Dimassi, the chef-owner of Fadi’s Mediterranean Cuisine, has opened his newest location at 6365 Westheimer Rd. in Briargrove. That’s only a short drive east from the original Fadi’s at Westheimer and Dunvale that closed in 2017. The opening gives Fadi’s six Houston-area locations, joining restaurants in Meyerland, Memorial, Katy, Sugar Land, and the Museum District. Fadi’s first opened in 1997 and quickly became known for its fresh,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3mv09xl from WordPress https://ift.tt/3D7Llum

Just days after his organization’s biggest event of the year, the leader of Houston’s biggest faith-based theater group is making his curtain call. Jake Speck, the executive director of A.D. Players, has announced that this season will be his last. Speck delivered the news to the organization’s board of directors earlier this month, according to a press release. He arrived in Houston in August 2017 and is credited with leading the company through its transition… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3sLoxfq from WordPress https://ift.tt/2UKjjnn

Some small businesses and families in Texas that are still enduring the crushing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, combined with the lasting and costly nuisances created by Winter Storm Uri in February, could get a little fix-it money from a popular website. Crowd-sourced business-review site Yelp is declaring Thursday, August 26 Make It Happen Day in Texas, and has established a correlating $100,000 fund to benefit small businesses and consumers throughout the state that have… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/38pbK97 from WordPress https://ift.tt/3kCE39N

After a year and a half of virtual, streaming, and occasional outdoor theater, we finally might be seeing that stage spotlight at the end of the tunnel, leading us back to live, indoor theater again. With the summer winding down, here’s a roundup of those companies who have made formal announcements of their 2021-2022 seasons. Mark your calendars for the opening show and dates for each company, and check out our overview of a season… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3jc3YFy from WordPress https://ift.tt/2XJVoWg

Montrose’s smash hit steakhouse will soon have more room. Gatsby’s Prime Steakhouse will expand its footprint by absorbing the space previously utilized by its companion cocktail bar, the Daisy Buchanan Lounge, owner Luis Rangel announced. Daisy Buchanan opened in June as a speakeasy-style lounge that served as a late night destination for those seeking steaks, snacks, and creative cocktails. However, the success of Gatsby’s, which opened in the spring, prompted Rangel to shutter the lounge… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WdPeNZ from WordPress https://ift.tt/2UHEPsS

As a widely recognized and celebrated power couple, Allie LaForce and Joe Smith seemingly have it all. LaForce, a former model and Miss Teen USA, is the lead reporter for TNT’s NBA coverage, while former Houston Astros pitcher Smith is now in the rotation for the Seattle Mariners. Yet, away from the glitz of the TV and red-carpet life, LaForce and Smith have been waging a private and public war against an insidious foe. In… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3B5xJ0Y from WordPress https://ift.tt/3sKkfEI

A California-based sushi restaurant is coming to the Highland Village area. Ten Sushi + Cocktail Bar will open at the intersection of Westheimer Road and Mid Lane in Spring/Summer 2022. Owned by BCK Management, Ten Sushi will open across the street from its sister concept Bosscat Kitchen, the whiskey-obsessed comfort food restaurant that opened in 2017, and next door to two apartment towers where the company operates private bars for residents. “I thought the Afton… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/2WnibXz from WordPress https://ift.tt/3DbRtlr

The new film Reminiscence starts off with some visually-arresting images, that of skyscrapers in downtown Miami already partially submerged in sea water, with waves pounding on the side of them. This allusion to the effects of climate change portends an interesting story about what humanity does when the reality of rising oceans comes to our cities, and how we adapt in order to survive. When the story starts, though, instead of going down that road,… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3B5pjGL from WordPress https://ift.tt/3B4jJV3

Travelers in Houston airports will soon be greeted by myriad new artwork, thanks to a major acquisition by the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA). The organization selected some 74 new pieces for the award-winning (see the latest accolades here) George Bush Intercontinental and William P. Hobby Airports. A committee of art professionals, artists, and departmental representatives reviewed over 670 applications from artists across the state of Texas, a press release notes. The new works… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3B8CGpY from WordPress https://ift.tt/2WiUBvc

Fort Bend County’s massive mixed-use development will grow even larger in the coming years. NewQuest Properties announced that it will add 109 acres to Fort Bend Town Square, paving the way for new residential and retail construction. The new deal, dubbed Phase Three, includes an 86-acre tract that gives NewQuest control of three corners at the intersection of TX 6 and the Fort Bend Parkway. Located approximately 15 miles from the Texas Medical Center, NewQuest’s… from News Feed – CultureMap Houston https://ift.tt/3sEggtm from WordPress https://ift.tt/3gt13GJ