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Fall Festival at Houston Humane Society
Houston Humane Society
October 12, 2013 , 11:00am to 2:00pm
Join HHS for the 2nd Annual Fall Festival featuring free family fun. Enjoy pumpkin painting, hotdogs & popcorn, bounce house, face painting & balloons, free kids photo (costumes encouraged) and trick or treat stations.
www.houstonhumane.org 713-433-6421 adoptions@houstonhumane.org

Good Shepherd Church Fall Festival
2929 Woodland Hills, Kingwood
October 12, 2013 , 10:00am 
Good Shepherd Church Fall Festival with local bands, rock wall climbing, childrne's rides, food and more. costume parade
goodshepherdkingwood.org

Halo House :Dancing for a Cause
Bayou City Event Center
October 12, 2013 , 6:00pm 
Halo House hosting its third annual Houston STars Dancing for a Cause. Don Nelson and Sonia Azad will emcee. proceeds provide temporary housing for blood cancer patients and caregivers receving treatment at Texas Medical Center
www.halohousefoundation.org

Leonel Castillo Community Center Ribbon Cutting
1201 South Street
October 12, 2013 , 4:00pm 
celebrate the new community center and city of houston b-cycle statio. free event
info@greaternorthside.org

Run 4 the City
161 West Road
October 12, 2013 , 2:00pm 
LINC Houston executive director Mark Junkans will attempt to run 24 hours striaght to raise 10-thousand dolars for LINC programs. LINC"s mission is to empower families to become self-sufficient
www.run4thecity.com

The walk for mental health awareness
Stude Park
October 12, 2013 , 7:00am 
over 300 walkers last year raising 30-thousand dollars. the walk is to raise awareness for mental health.
thehoustonwalk.org

The walk for mental health awareness
Stude Park
October 12, 2013 , 7:00am 
over 300 walkers last year raising 30-thousand dollars. the walk is to raise awareness for mental health.
thehoustonwalk.org


Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra
Houston Jones Hall,615 Louisiana St. Houston, TX
October 13, 2013 , 2:00pm 
The Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra combines the spirit, beauty, and distinctiveness of Chinese music with the precision, power, and grandeur of Western symphony orchestras. Truly the best blend of East and West.
Cost $39.00
Event Web Site; http://symphony.shenyun.com Event Phone: 800-380-8165, 888-974-3698

Head for the Cure 5K
Minute Maid Park
October 13, 2013 , 8:00am to 10:30am
HFTC 5K events are unique tributes to those fighting brain cancer and those who have lost their battles. Some participants show up to race and many show up in solidarity for a loved one, past or present. Funds raised go to brain cancer research.
Cost $30.00
For more information, visit headforthecure.org or call 816-218-6871.

Head for the Cure Foundation 5K
Minute Maid Park
October 13, 2013 , 9:15am 
the head for the cure foundation was established to celebrate the life of Chris Anthoney who died from a brain tumor at age 17 in 2003. the event raises money and awareness to fight brain cancer
www.headforthecure.org

Holy Cross Parish Bazaar
Riverside Hall, East Bernard, TX
October 13, 2013 , 11:00am to 8:00pm
Fun family event. Meal served at 11:00 AM. Games, pony rides, moonwalk and Velcro wall await the children. Auction at 12:30. 98 item raffle will conclude at 8:00. Grand prize = $3500 Visa Gift Card. Day long music & entertainment.
979-335-4875 14643 Buls Rd., East Bernard, TX 77435

Noah's Kitchen benefit dinner
11528 Jones Rd
October 13, 2013 , 2:00pm 
Noah's Kitchen provides nourishmnet, nutritional eucation and other assistance to people in need. Proceeds of the benefit dinner willhelp fund Noah's Kitchen
2818275969 Lee Ann 8327482544 Frankie

Business Building Workshop
Candlewood Suites 17525 St. Lukes Way 77384
October 15, 2013 , 5:30pm to 8:00pm
* Multiply Your Revenue, Customers and Cash-flow * Proven formula could increases your by Profits 61% * Turn Marketing into an Investment, not an Expense * Leverage Team, Systems, Technology & Marketing Refreshments provided.
3 EASY WAYS TO REGISTER! Call: Robin Hoy @ 832-499-0608 Email: robinhoy@actioncoach.com Visit: www.actioncoachleverage.com

Idealist Grad Fair - FREE!
University of Houston MD Anderson Library
October 17, 2013 , 5:00pm to 8:00pm
At the fair, you can meet representatives from 60 schools that offer degrees in social work, public health, public administration, international affairs, information science, and lots more. This fair is free and open to the public!
RSVP and more info here: http://idealisthouston.eventbrite.com

Mayor's Memorabilia Gala
Julia Ideson Library
October 17, 2013 , 6:30pm 
Houstonians have a chance to own historical pieces of Housotn. the Mayor has donated from her private arts and commemorative collection including items from Houston police and fire departments, and trinkets from all over the world
mmss.j@hotmail.com

Whataburger Oh Whata Night
Whataburger - 2990 Gulf Freeway South
October 17, 2013 , 5:00pm to 7:00pm
On Thursday, Oct. 17, Whataburger customers can show their support for Ross Elementary School and by enjoying their favorite menu items, and 20 percent of Whataburger's sales from 5 to 7 p.m. will be donated to the school.
"Oh Whata Night" will also include an appearance by Whataguy, the Whataburger mascot, raffles, activities and its popular Whataburger for a Year drawing, where one customer's name will be drawn to win a free Whataburger each week for an entire year.

CAP match-a-thon adoption event
17555 Katy Frwy
October 18, 2013 , 1:00pm 
Citizens for Animal Protection hosts three days of 'fee waived' adoptions sponsored by ASPCA.
www.cap4pets.org

Coppılia with Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theatre
University of Houston Clear Lake
October 18, 2013 , 7:30pm 
Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theatre presents the traditional, yet humorous ballet Coppılia. New choreography will be presented in this family friendly ballet held the weekend of October 18-20, 2013 at the
Cost $25.00
Judy Harper, BAHBT office 281-480-1617 Tickets are $25-35 A special free vignette performance of Coppılia will be performed at Kemah on October 12, 2013 at 5:00 p.m.

Saddle Up! for SIRE Ride-a-thon and Family Carn
7iL Trails and Ranch
October 19, 2013 , 8:00am to 2:00pm
Come to ride, come for the carnival, the music, the barbecue, and more. 5389 Mill Creek Rd, Cat Spring, TX 78933
Cost $10.00
Saddle Up! for SIRE Ride-a-thon 24161 Spring Dr., Hockley, TX 77447  281-356-7588 Fax 281-356-9462  saddleup@sire-htec.org  www.sire-htec.org

Bear Creek United Methodist Women Craft Bazaar
Northwest Houston
October 19, 2013 , 9:00am to 4:00pm
25th Annual Craft Bazaar-Indoor/Outdoor Vendors & Silent Auction! Sweet Shoppe! FREE Door Prize Drawing! Pumpkin Patch! Lots of food, drinks and sweets! Benefits missions! Booths $85-120 Go to bearcreekumc.org
Admission is Free! Vendor Booths still available! Contact Christine at umw-bazaar@hotmail.com to book a booth! We already have Tupperware, 31 Creations, Scentsy, Willowhouse and Origami Owl as vendors! For an application go to bearcreekumc.org

Broadway Baptist Church Fundraiser
2013 Broadway Street
October 19, 2013 , 12:00pm 
Local rappers raise money to save Broadway Baptist Church from clsoing. food, fun, games and performances will be on the parking lot of the church
832 830 6097

Eastwood Historic Home Tour
708 Bohemeo
October 19, 2013 , 12:00pm 
Eastwood is oneof Houston's first master planned subdivisions designed and developed in 1913 and has oneofHOuston's largest intact collections of Foursquare and Mission architectural styles.
www.eastwoodcivicassociation.org

Herrera Elementary Fall Festival
525 Bennington St. Houston, Texas 77022
October 19, 2013 , 10:00am to 3:00pm
Herrera Elementary Fall Festival Come join us for rides, games, bouncy houses, food, and fun. Free entry. Purchase tickets for food and fun.
James Inman 281-772-8862

Houston Airline Collectibles Show
8325 Travelair, Houston, TX., 77061 (Hobby)
October 19, 2013 , 9:00am to 3:00pm
The 1940 Air Terminal Museum will host the 22nd annual Houston Airline Collectibles Show on Saturday, October 19, 2013. Weather permitting, vintage aircraft will be displayed on the Museum's ramp. Admission is $7 for adults and $3 for children.
Cost $7.00
The 1940 Air Terminal Museum is located on the west side of Hobby Airport, just off Telephone Road at 8325 Travelair, Houston, Texas 77061. For more information, please contact the Museum at info@1940airterminal.org, or telephone (713)454-1940.

Raising money for Breast Cancer
9501 Beechnut Houston, Texas 77036
October 19, 2013 , 10:00am to 2:00pm
9501 Beechnut Houston, Texas 77036
Elizabeth Hernandez Sofia Gonzalez 713-771-6277

Tire Rack Street Survival
Houston Police Academy
October 19, 2013 , 8:30am to 4:30pm
Tire Rack Street Survivalı is a national non-profit and advanced teen drivers' education program that teaches teens active driving skills. https://www.motorsportreg.com/index.cfm/event/register.trss/uidEvent/47FCC1F0-C118-A47B-7E80A2A32A485607
Cost $75.00
Ken Finley kfin2202@sbcglobal.net 281.802.1016 direct

Women's Day Prayer Summit
4420 Lyons Avenue
October 19, 2013 , 9:00am 
First Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church hosts ammual women's day prayer summit.
713-672-7351

AIDS Foundation Houston film screening
Sundance Cinemas
October 20, 2013 , 7:15pm 
AIDS Foundation HOusotn hosts Houston premiere of "The Dallas Buyers Club". all proceeds go directly to support programs and services provided by AIDS Foundation Houston
www.aidshelp.org

2013 Frank Billingsley Golf Classic
Redstone Golf Club
October 21, 2013 , 8:00am 
The 2013 Frank Billingsley Golf Classic benefiting Legacy Community Health Services
Cost $500.00
Tim Martinez at 832.548.5123 or tjmartinez@legacycommunityhealth.org

Community Job Fair
Leisure Learning Unlimied
October 21, 2013 , 10:30am to 2:30pm
Let the Business and Entrepreneur University and Vendor Connect help you find your new career by participating in our upcoming Job Fair! Take advantage of this Event and bring your resume and a Friend! 2990 Richmond Avenue Houston, TX 77098
Savannah Graves 713-775-4010

Celebrity Chef Aaron McCargo Jr Comes to Houston
Fresenius Medical Care Southwest Houston
October 22, 2013 , 2:00pm to 4:00pm
8303 Creekbend Drive - Houston, TX 77071 Fresenius Medical Care presents Food Network star Chef Aaron McCargo, Jr. at a fun "Fall Football Tailgating Food" Open House featuring dialysis-friendly tailgating recipes and nutrition tips.
For more information please visit: http://www.ultracare-dialysis.com/Houston

Celebrity Chef Aaron McCargo Jr Comes to Houston
Fresenius Medical Care Museum District
October 22, 2013 , 11:00am to 1:00pm
4407 Yoakum Boulevard -Houston, TX 77006 Fresenius Medical Care presents Food Network star Chef Aaron McCargo, Jr. at a fun "Fall Football Tailgating Food" Open House featuring dialysis-friendly tailgating recipes and nutrition tips.
For more information please visit: http://www.ultracare-dialysis.com/Houston

Remington College Westchase Campus Blood Drive
Remington College Westchase Campus
October 22, 2013 , 9:00am 
Remington College has partnered with America's Blood Centers and the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America for a series of blood drives that focus on the need for minority donors - especially African Americans. The next Remington College Westc


2nd Annual Fort Bend County Employer Career Fair
Constellation Field, 1 Stadium Drive
October 24, 2013 , 10:00am 
the City of Sugar Land will host 2nd annual career fair including cities of Sugar Land, Richmond and Rosenberg. Employers representing local governments, hospitals, education and private industires will be in attendance.
www.ncc.ag

Benavidez FAll Festival
6262 Gulfton at Westward
October 25, 2013 , 4:00pm 
Benavidez Elementary ishaving their annual fall festival. food, "toy walk", and more.
Jim 832 351 6159

Clear Lake Symphony Concert
University Baptist Church
October 25, 2013 , 7:30pm to 9:30pm
A Concert of Classic music featuring bassist Luci Manolache and clarinetist Robert Wall performing the Bottesini "Duetto for String Bass and Clarinet" 16106 Middlebrook Drive in Clear Lake off Bay Area Blvd across from the last entrance to UHCL.
Cost $13.00
Betty A. Wall, General Manager 281-482-6032 Advanced tickets available at Eye Trends, 515 Bay Area Blvd, Suite 300, 281-488-0066.

Our Image FIlms and Arts 4th annual Festival
Rice Media Center, Rice University
October 25, 2013 , 6:00pm 
Annual Film and Arts Festival recognizes the best Black Independent local, national and international film makers, artists and musicians. from Oct 25-26.
info@ourimagefest.com

Punch Party
MFAH Rienzi
October 25, 2013 , 7:00pm to 9:00pm
For More Information Click Here => More InformationEach fall, Rienzi hosts a jolly celebration: "Punch Party: The 18th-Century Imbiber." Guests travel through time to the mid-1700s to explore historic English punch,
Cost $20.00
(713) 639-7800

Reeling It In For Rett Fishing Tournament
Galveston Bay
October 25, 2013 , 5:00am 
Date: Friday, October 25, 2013 Start Time: 5:00 AM Location: Topwater Grill  Located in San Leon, TX; GPS Address  815 Avenue O, Dickinson, TX 77539 Lunch: 12:00 PM  Until it's gone!
Cost $50.00
Brent Jones at 281-389-7273

St Mary's annual Bazaar
3006 Rosedale
October 25, 2013 , 2:00pm 
in Houston's historic third ward, St Mary's hosts one of Houston's largest church bazaars. enjoy food, crafts, rides and more.
noellecburleson@yahoo.com

6th Annual Halloween Car Show
National Museum of Funeral History
October 26, 2013 , 10:00am to 3:00pm
ONE DAY ONLY! Over 100 vehicles, plus lots of festivities for the family! Live DJ, Arts & Crafts, plus food from local vendors. Benefitting local charities. 415 Barren Springs Dr. Houston, TX 77090
www.nmfh.org 281-876-3063 https://www.facebook.com/pages/National- Museum-of-Funeral-History/108616709236095? ref=br_tf Car Show admission is $3/person $5/couple or family. Museum and Haunted House are separate admission.

Community Family Centers FAmily run/walk
7524 avenue E
October 26, 2013 , 8:00am 
benefiting Community Family Centers, dress up in your best costume to walk or run
2013walk@communityfamilycenters.org

Community Garage Sale
Carbide Park
October 26, 2013 , 8:00am to 1:00pm
Galveston County Parks and Senior Services to Host a Community Garage Sale Saturday, October 26, 2013 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Carbide Park 4102 Main St. La Marque TX 77568 Reserve booth space at www.galvestonparks- seniors.org
409-934-8126 Entry is free Booth Space $20 2 shuttles constantly running to help you get from your parking spot (at Carbide Park) to event area. Pets on leashes welcome Pop up tents and/or power generators are welcome

Houston Walk to End Alzheimers
Minute Maid Park, Houston 501 Crawford
October 26, 2013 , 7:30am 
a 5K walk to bring attention to Alzheimer's disease, advocay opportunities, clinical trial enrollment and support programs.
jgiambi@alz.org

Walk MS Houston
The Woodlands, Sugar Land, Houston, Kemah
October 26, 2013 , 8:00am to 12:00pm
The Walk MS: Houston Series 2013, presented by KBR, will unite approximately 4,000 Houston-area residents to raise funds and bring awareness to multiple sclerosis. Participants will take part in four walks in the greater Houston area.
For more information visit www.walkmstexas.org or contact the National MS Society at (713) 526-8967

A Night of Worship
Impact Church of The Woodlands
October 27, 2013 , 6:30pm to 8:30pm
The Impact Church Music Ministry presents "Consumed" A Night of Worship, featuring national recording artist Bishop William Murphy III. Doors will open at 5:45pm. The event will take place at 5401 Shadowbend Place, The Woodlands TX 77381.
For more information about this event, please call the church office at 281-363-0220 or email them at info@myimpactchurch.org. NO CHARGE!!

Early Music Southwest presents "The Nut Doesn't
MFAH Rienzi
October 27, 2013 , 3:00pm to 5:00pm
For More Information Click Here => More InformationEarly Music Southwest is an international collaboration of baroque-music professionals who specialize in the performance of chamber music of the 17th and 18th centu
Cost $25.00
(713) 639-7800

Salon at Sunset: "A History of Britain in Thirty
MFAH Rienzi
October 30, 2013 , 6:30pm to 8:00pm
For More Information Click Here => More InformationRienzi, the MFAH's house museum for European Decorative Arts, opens its doors at sunset! Treat yourself to an engaging short lecture, an open house tour of the colle
Cost $15.00
(713) 639-7800

Remington College Food Drive
Various locations
November 1, 2013 , 9:00am 
Remington College hosts "Cuts for Cause" event to collect food for needy families. bring a can of food or other non-perishable food donation in month of November get a complimentary hiarcut, manicure, or pedicure
for locations: remingtoncosmo.com

AFSP-Houston Out of the Darkness Community Walk
Town Green Park, The Woodlands, TX
November 2, 2013 , 9:00am to 1:00pm
2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381 Join the movement to prevent suicide. Join the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention by participating in the Out of the Darkness Walk here in the Greater Houston Area on November 2, 2013.
To register for the walk please visit www.outofthedarkness.org

Beauty and Bliss Girls Night Out
West Avenue Oaks
November 2, 2013 , 3:00pm to 6:00pm
This is an open house girls night out event featuring free hand massages, free makeup application stations, aromatherapy sessions, gift bag giveaways, and drawing for free anti aging facial treatments. Group meditation sessions will also be held.
Crossroads ObGyn and Wellness 832-415-0376 www.crossroadsobgyn.com

Faith Lutheran Fall Festival
Faith Lutheran Church Dickinson, TX
November 2, 2013 , 9:00am to 2:00pm
Faith Lutheran Church Fall Festival Handmade Arts & Crafts, Quilt Raffle, Baked Goods Lunch will be available 800 FM 517 East, Dickinson, TX
Church Office: 281-534-3569

YOU matter! health and wellness fair
5401 Shadowbend place
November 2, 2013 , 9:00am 
YOU matter! health and wellness poromoting healthy livign and wellness for all ages featuring family fun walk/ruin, fitness and cooking demonstrations, opportunity to meet with health care professionals
meshonda@sbcglobal.net

GHRA Restaurant Industry Summit
Hilton University of Houston 4800 Calhoun Rd
November 4, 2013 , 8:00am to 6:00pm
Join us for the 2nd annual GHRA Restaurant Industry Summit - a one-day event bringing together chefs, owners, operators, and staff to learn more about the industry from local experts!
Cost $95.00
Holly Myers 713 802 1200 events@ghra.com

CORE Performs The Liberated Accident, an evening
The Barn - Dance Source Performing Arts Space
November 7, 2013 , 8:00pm to 10:00pm
2201 Preston Street Houston, TX 77002 CORE announces the Texas premiere of The Liberated Accident, an Evening in Three Chapters, a new work commissioned by CORE, created by Amanda K. Miller-Fasshauer. Visit www.COREdance.org
Production 713-862-5530

Don Miguel Ruiz, Jr. Lecture
Unity of Houston
November 7, 2013 , 7:30pm to 9:30pm
don Miguel Ruiz, Jr. is a Toltec Master of Transportation, and author of the newly released book, "The Five Levels of Attachment: Toltec Wisdom for a Modern World."
Cost $25.00
Cindy Cline 713-782-4050

Veteran Job Fair and resource expo
6815 Rustic, Bldg D
November 7, 2013 , 10:00am 
meet with 50 employers who will assist you with job opportunities. Veteran agencies will be on hand to discuss federal and state resource information. hosted by Southeast Careet Planning Resource Center
james.corona@hccs.edu

CORE Performs The Liberated Accident, an evening
The Barn - Dance Source Performing Arts Space
November 8, 2013 , 8:00am to 10:00pm
2201 Preston Street Houston, TX 77002 CORE announces the Texas premiere of The Liberated Accident, an Evening in Three Chapters, a new work commissioned by CORE, created by Amanda K. Miller-Fasshauer. Visit www.COREdance.org
Production 713-862-5530

Houston Regional ASQ Conference
Houston Hilton Southwest (6780 Southwest Fwy)
November 8, 2013 , 8:00am to 5:00pm
Please join us for this exciting event! For information on keynote speakers, conference tracks, amid to register, please visit http://www.asqhouston.org/en/cev/96
Cost $120.00
http://www.asqhouston.org/en/cev/96

CORE Performs The Liberated Accident, an evening
The Barn - Dance Source Performing Arts Space
November 9, 2013 , 8:00pm to 10:00pm
2201 Preston Street Houston, TX 77002 CORE announces the Texas premiere of The Liberated Accident, an Evening in Three Chapters, a new work commissioned by CORE, created by Amanda K. Miller-Fasshauer. Visit www.COREdance.org
Production 713-862-5530

Par FORE Pets Golf Tournament
Sugar Creek Country Club
November 11, 2013 , 12:30pm 
Charity golf tournament to raise money to support the numerous community programs provided by HHS, including low cost vet care, pet adoptions, summer camp for kids, animal cruelty investigations and more.
www.houstonhumane.org/golf 713-341-3337 golf@houstonhumane.org

LIght of Justice Luncheon
Hilton Americas,downtown Houston
November 12, 2013 , 6:00pm 
The Texas Defender Service hosts first Light of Justice Luncheon honoring Layne Kruse for efforts on behlf of individual indigent defendatns. Featured speaker Michael Morton, convicted of murder, served 25 years before being cleared by DNA evidence
www.texasdefender.org 7132227788

UH Energy Symposium Series: LNG Export
Hilton University of Houston
November 12, 2013 , 6:30pm to 7:30am
The UH enegy series features four moderated debates between industry speakers covering topics centered on the theme, "Critical Issues in Energy." The energy series is a free, evening event for students, faculty, corporate leaders and the community.
RSVP to uhenergyseries.eventbrite.com For more information, please call 73-743-6100 or email uhenergy@uh.edu.

Tea + Tour: Rienzi's European Treasures
MFAH Rienzi
November 15, 2013 , 1:00pm to 3:00pm
For More Information Click Here => More InformationSpend a lovely afternoon at Rienzi with a tour of the mansion followed by a traditional English tea. The tour highlights the European treasures that comprise the Ri
Cost $35.00
(713) 639-7800

FLIPSIDE: The Patti Page Story
The Grand 1894 Opera House
November 16, 2013 , 8:00pm to 9:30pm
FLIPSIDE: The Patti Page Story unfolds in Galveston on November 12 at 8:00 p.m. at The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice Street, Galveston, 77550. 28 beloved songs including Tennessee Waltz trace the singer's rise to stardom.
Cost $22.00
(409) 765-1894 or (800) 821-1894 http://www.thegrand.com

Thanksgiving Holiday Food Giveaway
6209 W. Montgomery Rd. Houston
November 16, 2013 , 9:00am 
HIghland Heights Lodge No 200 is organizing a Thanksgiving Holiday Food Giveaway, they are also asking for donations of food to help reach their goal of feeding 400 low-income families in Acres Homes
highlandheights200@gmail.com

PurpleStride 5K Run/Walk
Reliant Park
November 23, 2013 , 8:00am to 9:30am
PurpleStride is a 5k timed run/walk scheduled for Saturday, November 23, 2013 at Reliant Park benefiting the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Music, children's activities, live music, refreshments and more are also on the agenda.
Cost $30.00
Stephanie Kroll, Media Committee 713-825-2432 cell 713-784-8504 office

Turkey Giveaway
1865 Cullen Parkway
November 26, 2013 , 9:00am 
Mothers Raising Children Alone hpartnering with Richard Raymond Law Firm to distribute food forth Thanksgiving to those families in need, 500 frozen turkeys will be given away.
www.silverlakechurch.net

Legacy Community Health Services 2013 Holiday Sc
Home of Rosemarie and Matt Johnson
December 4, 2013 , 6:00pm to 8:00pm
This annual Holiday Schmooze is a festive cocktail affair benefiting Legacy Community Health Services' HIV/AIDS programs.
Cost $350.00
Gayle Alstot at 832.548.5257 or galstot@legacycommunityhealth.org

Target Hunger The Gala Royale - Betting on the B
The Corinthian, 202 Fannin
February 20, 2014 , 6:00pm to 11:00pm
This Jackson Hicks-catered event will feature a cocktail hour/silent auction, Las Vegas-style gambling, an exceptional gourmet dinner served with a selection of fine wines, dancing and entertainment to benefit Houston's hungry.
Cost $250.00
http://www.targethunger.org/ 713-226-4953 Target Hunger is one of Houston's largest organizations providing food to hungry elders, children and families living in inner-city neighborhoods - more than 5 million pounds per year.

Women's Energy Network 2014 Charity Lunch
Omni Riverway Hotel
April 17, 2014 , 11:00am to 1:00pm
The WEN Houston Chapter 2014 Charity Lunch and Silent Auction benefits The Women's Home. Keynote Speaker: Sara N. Ortwein, ExxonMobil Upstream Research Company President. Honorary Chair: Janet F. Clark, EVP and CFO of Marathon Oil Corporation.
Please visit our website for corporate sponsorship opportunities and general information. http://www.womensenergynetwork.org/?nd=charity_luncheon

Past Lives Dreams & Soul Travel book discussion
Comfort Inn, 7111 Rancho Mission, Houston 77083
August 13, 2013 through December 10, 2013, 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Free 6-month book discussion every second Tuesday of the month thru December. Presented by Eckankar, Religion of the Light and Sound of God. Comfort Inn is just to the east of Highway 6, 3/10 mile south of Bellaire.
Houston Eckankar Center. 281-759-1130.

Dracula's Cemetery Exhibit
National Museum of Funeral History
October 1, 2013 through October 31, 2013, 10:00am to 8:00pm
Special exhibit for Dracula included with museum admission. Visitors of all ages can learn fun facts and have their photo taken in a coffin while wearing a cape and fangs! 415 Barren Springs Dr. Houston, TX 77090
Cost $10.00
www.nmfh.org 281-876-3063 https://www.facebook.com/pages/National-Museum- of-Funeral-History/108616709236095?ref=br_tf

2nd Annual Haunted House
National Museum of Funeral History
October 1, 2013 through November 4, 2013, 10:00am to 5:00pm
All month long you can get into the Halloween spirit and be "scared to death" at this family-friendly haunted house. 415 Barren Springs Drive, Houston, TX 77090
Cost $5.00
www.nmfh.org 281-876-3063 Children under 12 are required to have a parent/ guardian with them. $5 adult $3 kids. Tickets are 1/2 off with museum tour purchase. Mon - Fri 10am - 4pm; Sat 10am - 5pm; Sun 12pm-5pm. Open Fridays until 8pm all October.

Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebration
National Museum of Funeral History
November 1, 2013 through November 2, 2013, 10:00am to 5:00pm
Nov 1, the museum, which is open late until 8 pm, will host a late night story time for the kids from 6:30-7:30 pm with special costumed characters. Nov 2, a visit to the museum includes ceramic skull painting, sweet treats and fun activities
Cost $10.00
www.nmfh.org 281-876-3063 https://www.facebook.com/pages/National-Museum- of-Funeral-History/108616709236095?ref=br_tf

East Side Veterans Celebration
Crosby Texas
November 7, 2013 through November 9, 2013, 7:00pm to 5:00pm
East Side Veterans Celebration . We are Honoring Veterans of Past & Present November 7th 8th and 9th 2013 .Our Theme this year paying tribute to WWII Veterans . Our Web site is eastsideveteranscelebration.com Please Visit our web site for details.
Please call 713-855-9146 or contact The Crosby American Legion 14890 FM 2100 Crosby Texas 77532 or Phone 281-328-1814 for more Details.

Festivals

Be Covered Care Fair
Reliant Center- Houston, TX
October 12, 2013 , 9:00am to 3:00pm
becovered.org
Anthea Holley info@becoveredtexas.org becovered.org

Cy-Fair VFD Fire Fest
Cy Fair VFD Station 11
October 12, 2013 , 10:00am to 2:00pm
Fire education day Life Flight, Smoke House, Car fire Demo, Rescue Demo, Sprinkler Demo , Picture with Firefighters , Fire truck show and much more
Captain Brian Shirley Special Event Officer Cy-Fair VFD 281 550 6663 office 281-743-1607 cell

Energy Day Festival
Hermann Square, Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby
October 19, 2013 , 11:00am to 5:00pm
The 3rd Annual FREE Energy Day Festival is from 11 am-5 pm on 10/19/13 in front of Houston City Hall. The free, family-friendly festival includes 70+ interactive energy exhibits for students K-12, games, music and food! www.energydayfestival.org
Kathleen Koehler 713-337-8802

Saint Katharine Drexel Fall Festival
22892 Mack Washington Lane, Hempstead, Tx
October 20, 2013 , 11:00am to 6:00pm
This annual event features great food, a live auction, lots of vendor booths, silent auction and games for the entire family
Contact Julie Sedillo @ 979/826-2275 for any questions. General Admission is free. Tickets for food and games can be purchased at event

Bridgeland's 5th Annual Howl-O-Ween Fest
Bridgeland's Oak Meadow Park
October 26, 2013 , 9:00am to 4:00pm
Back for the fifth year by 'paw-pular' demand, Howl-O-Ween Fest 2013 will take place on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Oak Meadow Park, 19619 North Bridgeland Lake Parkway. Both Fido-and-family friendly, Howl-O-Ween Fest will feature a
For more information, please contact Audrey Roeder at audrey.roeder@howardhughes.com

Tomball Bluegrass Festivall
Tomball Depot - 201 S. Elm Street - 77375
October 26, 2013 , 5:00pm to 9:00pm
An afternoon of old-style Bluegrass music, food, vendors and fun. David Davis, The Coleman Brothers, Makin' Tyme, Wood & Wire and more. Bring your lawn chairs. Free admission & parking.
Tomball is 28 miles NW of Houston on FM 2920 and Hwy 249. Call 281-351-5484 or visit tomballtx.gov for info.