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Father and Son at Anaba Wines Open Contemporary Vintners House Tasting Room
Anaba Wines today announced it will welcome guests to its Vintners House, a new tasting destination in Sonoma's Carneros region, beginning this weekend, October 19. Comfortably elegant, Anaba Vintners House is a reflection of the founding Sweazey family's belief in gracious and uncomplicated hospitality. The thoughtful space includes a long communal table and bar for casual tastings, as well as a light-filled room with cozy, intimate seating areas for in-depth wine education.
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Houston Grand Opera Hosts Renowned Tenor Jonas Kaufmann in One Night Only Concert and Gala Event
International Star Jonas Kaufmann Takes the Stage in Texas for the First Time Ever on October 6
Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is proud to announce An Evening with Jonas Kaufmann, a special, one-night event with international tenor Jonas Kaufmann on October 6, 2021, at the Wortham Theater Center. Kaufmann’s highly anticipated HGO debut, and first-ever Houston performance, is the chance of a lifetime for opera lovers.
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Early Voting Enthusiasm Soars in Houston
On Monday (October 23rd), thousands flocked to 68 Early Vote Polls across Harris County, marking the first day of Early Voting, fueled by the determination to elect the first new mayor and controller in eight years. They were eager to cast their votes in favor of five at-large and 11 distinct district city council races, along with some Houston ISD School Board races, propositions, bonds, and 14 state constitutional amendments.
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Congressman Al Green to Present Symbolic Check in the Amount of $9,886,000 to Harris County Flood Control District
On Friday, October 27, 2023, Congressman Al Green will present a symbolic check for $9,886,000 for the federal funding that the Harris County Flood Control District will receive for the South Post Oak Stormwater Detention Basin and Channel Conveyance Improvements Project. These funds will benefit the much-needed stormwater management efforts in Harris County. A check presentation will take place at 5220 Fuqua Gardens View, Houston, Texas, 77045.
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Drake’s Hollywood to Bring its Iconic Golden Era Atmosphere to Houston this Fall
Following Two Mega-Successful Los Angeles Openings, Vandelay Hospitality Group Brings Their Celeb-Loved Martinis to Houstonians
Vandelay Hospitality Group is thrilled to announce its popular concept, Drake’s Hollywood—a lively Hollywood-inspired restaurant and lounge—will open in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood late this November, located at 1100 Westheimer Rd. Additionally, an October date has been set for the opening of the much anticipated Rivers Oaks location for Vandelay’s Hudson House concept. Drake’s and Hudson House have locations in the Highland Park neighborhood of Dallas, and opened in Los Angeles earlier this year—Drake’s in West Hollywood and Hudson House in Beverly Hills.
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20 Days in Mariupol: A Gripping Documentary and Panel Discussion Event
In an impactful collaboration, FotoFest, Holocaust Museum Houston, and the Institute for Global Engagement at the University of Houston proudly present the Texas premiere of "20 Days in Mariupol." This visceral documentary, directed by Pulitzer Prize recipient and Ukrainian photojournalist Mstyslav Chernov, captures the harrowing experiences of journalists covering the devastation of Mariupol, Ukraine.
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Underground Sounds returns to the Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern
Buffalo Bayou Partnership hosts the second annual music series in this unique venue
Buffalo Bayou Partnership (BBP) is pleased to announce the return of Underground Sounds, a music performance series in the Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern. Four Houston-based music ensembles will perform works composed or arranged especially for the Cistern and its extraordinary natural acoustics.
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Superintendent: HISD will require masks for students and staff on the first day of school
Houston ISD announced the district will implement a mask mandate for the 2021-2022 school year. According to HISD Superintendent Millard House II, the board will support mandating masks at the beginning of the school year. House voiced his concerns about students wearing masks as the number of COVID-19 cases rises due to the delta variant.
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As Trial Nears, Bill Cosby Says Racism Could Be a Factor
Weeks before his criminal trial begins, Bill Cosby gave a rare interview to a radio host, saying racism and "nefarious" motivations could be behind the allegations against him.




