Things to Do in Houston -November 08

The winter colors may be changing the face of the area's landscape, but city-life remains vibrant year-round in Midtown Houston.

So, before you get all wrapped up into the plans for your holiday decor and entertaining at home, here are a few the things to do in Houston, this week, to get your November off to a proper start.

This Weeks List of Things For Adults To Do?

Get out and VOTE!

Here is a link to find out where to vote in Midtown Houston or any of the surrounding areas. Every eligible voter has a chance to take part in a democracy, here is your chance to put'em back up or shut up your elected officials in Washington.


Domy Books- Come out for the books and you'll end-up coming back to for their eclectic series, food flicks, at the world's most under rated bookstore.

Aurora Picture Show- The home for vanguard films that fall outside of conventional moviemaking.

Things To Do With A Group

If you and your group of friends crave pure excitement, try these events.

Houston Rockets- This week the Rockets play host to the 2008-World Champion Boston Celtics.

Laff Stop- Every Monday is open mic night.

All of these adult-rated events are easy to get to from anywhere in Midtown Houston and inside loop 610.

Things To Do With The Kids

If you're tired of promising the kids a night out here are some events they're sure to enjoy.

Art in The Park- Hosted by top-rated artist on Thursday in downtown Houston at Discovery Green.

Children's Museum of Houston- The CMH honors the Mexican holiday, Dia de los Muertos as a celebration of life, November1- 5.

Free Events In Houston

By the way....

For those of us whose budgets are stressed, here are some free things you can do, this week in Houston.

Miller Outdoor Theater- KPFT-radio's concert series and more.

Discovery Green- Sunday's, Wednesday and Thursday you can head to the other park.

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Jobs for Teens in Houston

(article and photo credits:Entrepreneur.com)

Danny Ouyang, is 16 years old and makes more than $6,500 a month, while playing basketball, piano and guitar in high school. This teen's job isn’t just for the summer. His business, Kinkarso has advanced into SEO consulting and "flipping", improving unwanted websites and reselling them for a profit.

Ouyang isn't the only teenager with entrepreneurial dreams. Six in every 10 teens wants to be an entrepreneur, and starting a business during the summer is a good first step.

Here is where teens in Midtown Houston can find out more about Danny and how any teen can start their own business.

For teenagers who prefer a more traditional approach to employment, try some of the listings I’ve found on a couple of the websites that should be on every Midtown Houston teen‘s, A-list of places to on the web to find jobs for the summer.

Groovejob.com
Rileyguide.com
Monster.com

The Teen Council



If you are between the ages of fourteen and nineteen and enjoy art why not become involved in the "Teen Council" at CAM.

The Contemporary Arts Museum Houston's Teen Council (TC) is a group of motivated young people employed by the museum, to help create programming and events to bring the awareness of CAM and its art to their peers.

If you would like to know more about the "Teen Council" and get the latest, up to date happening’s at CAM check their website CAMH.org.

[Where: 5216 Montrose Blvd. Houston, Texas 77006-6598]

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Art and Films in Houston This Weekend

Art in the Park

Join the artistic excitement in Midtown Saturday April 12, 2008. We are calling this "Art in and Around the Park." The 9th Annual Midtown VISIONS Cultural Arts Tour takes place this weekend. Midtown artists' studios, galleries, complexes, and collectives will be open for you to view compelling installations, video, and mixed media. Purchase original works from the artists. Additionally the 2nd Annual Midtown Art in the Park will be taking place at Baldwin Park 1702 Elgin at Chenevert.
[Where:1702 Elgin, Houston 77002]

Film Screening: "This Is My Home, It Is Not For Sale"

This fascinating documentary chronicles Houston´s Riverside neighborhood over 60 years, as integration led to real-estate blockbusting, white flight, and gentrification. Home movies, archival photos, and interviews with residents are enhanced by a soundtrack from late Houston jazz musician Arnett Cobb. The subject matter is still relevant, as current residents of Houston´s Fourth and Fifth Ward communities challenge the intrusions of developers. Preceded by Schwartz´s five-minute film about the Almeda Theater.

Filmmaker Jon Schwartz in attendance. DVDs of the film available for purchase after the screening.
For showtime and more details visit the MFA.org website.


Midtown Farmer’s Market

Don't forget to stop by T'afia's and shop at the Farmer's Market. The open air market offers fresh local produce, organic coffee, hand made chocolates, cut flowers and more!! Every Saturday!

T'afia 3701 Travis Street @ Alabama, on the big block

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