12.16.06
Posted in Events at 6:00 pm by M Beauregard
No regular 2nd Saturday meeting at Chattters in lieu of our Holiday Party and so not to conflict with "Lights in the Heights."
We provide the smoked turkey (a 20#er donated by Genie Mimms), ham, tamales, and you bring a pot luck dish, friend or family member, BYOB, and holiday camaraderie!!
Held at the home of:
Leta Parks and Randall Douglas
1524 Tulane
7-10pm
We also want to support the SEARCH Homeless Proj., so bring a donation for them. http://www.searchproject.org/
SEARCH is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping homeless men, women and children get off the streets and into jobs and affordable housing. SEARCH serves more than 10,000 homeless people annually, providing them with the tools to work and achieve self sufficiency. Our core focus is employment, education and job training.
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Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 12:00 am by M Beauregard
Mail your check to:
GHDC PO Box 70248 Houston, TX 77270-0248 or pay at the Holiday Party
It takes funds to organize our events and develop outreach to new members!! Dues must be paid prior to election of Officers at January 13 meeting. Nominations will be taken from the floor, so come and help us get organized for 2008!
Preliminary slate of officers is below, but we want others to step forward TOO and volunteer!
President, Max Beauregard
Secretary, Henry Weisborn (incumbent)
Treasurer, Vicki Bellow (incumbent)
Webmaster, Scott Bruns (semi-incumbent)
Membership Recruitment, Communications, & Media, ___???______
Club Liaison to other Dems Clubs, ____???______
Past Pres, Mary Kay Green
Something Special?, Diane Mosier
Other Committe Chairs, ____???_____
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12.13.06
Posted in Events at 7:00 pm by M Beauregard
DATE: Wednesday December 13, 2006
TIME: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
LOCATION: St. Stephen’s Church, 1805 West Alabama
State Representative-Elect Ellen Cohen and her staff invite you to District 134 for a town hall meeting on health care policy in advance of the 80th Texas Legislative Session. Topics of discussion include the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), stem cell research and environmental policy. Come hear Rep.-Elect Cohen speak about her legislative agenda and from policy experts on these important health care issues.
For further information contact Bill Kelly at 713-660-0899 or bill@ellencohen.org
Barbara Best from Children’s Defense Fund will discuss problems resulting from changes in the Children’s Health Insurance Program and what our leaders in Austin can do to fix them.
Joe & Nina Brown with the Alliance for Medical Research will present on the the science and politics of Stem Cell Research and what policies are being decided on by our State Legislature.
The Office of Mayor Bill White will outline an Environmental Agenda on policies to help improve Houston’s air quality.
A 5 minute session of question and answer will follow each presentation. When all three have completed, a 10 minute open session will follow with topics directly from audience members.
Again, we hope you can join us on for the Pre- Session Town Hall next Wednesday, Dec. 13th from 7 to 8:30 pm at St. Stephen’s Parish Hall at 1805 West Alabama.
Call our office at 713.660.0899 to RSVP and for additional info. We hope to see you there!
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12.12.06
Posted in Events at 6:00 pm by M Beauregard
Please join us for the Power Hour" Networking Mixer; a great opportunity to meet community representatives, civic leaders, and concerned citizens in a social setting. District H Councilman Adrian Garcia will be on hand to discuss our topics of interest. Councilman Garcia serves as the Chair of the Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee and the Minority/Women Business Enterprise and Small Contractor Development and Contract Compliance Committee.
Our focus this month will be on two issues of great importance to our city: "The Importance of Developing International Relationships in Building Houston’s Economy" and "Maximizing Your Charity by Knowing How to Help Houston’s Homeless." As an added feature, the Houston Visitors Center will be made available to us. The center is the largest in the United States.
Our special guests include:
Mr. Laurence J. Payne, President and CEO of SEARCH. Laurence Payne is a long-time Houston community leader. He has served in leadership positions in both the private and public sectors of Houston for more than 25 years. SEARCH is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping homeless men, women and children get off the streets and into jobs and affordable housing.
Mr. Glen Gondo is the President of the Japan-America Society of Houston and serves as the Chair-elect on MIADC/Asia-Australia.
Date: Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Time: 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Place: City Hall Rotunda
901 Bagby Houston, Tx 77002
Parking: There are various parking garages around the City Hall area, as well as curbside
parking.
Sponsors:
- Greater Houston Convention & Visitors Bureau
- Music will be provided by Mr. Augustine Garcia with Boogie Down Entertainment.
Finger foods and refreshments will be provided. Please r.s.v.p. via e-mail if you plan to attend. We look forward to seeing you there !
Ed Gonzalez
Community Liaison
Councilman Adrian Garcia’s Office
Cell number: 713-498-6969
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12.09.06
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 6:00 pm by M Beauregard
Woodland Heights will again host one of the greatest neighborhood street festivals!! See strolling minstrels, carolers, Victorian costumes, musicians, and a HUGE outdoor light display!! 6-10pm, Norhill Esplanade, Byrne St., Euclid St.Highland Street and Florence St.
Lights in the Heights® 2006
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12.06.06
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 6:00 pm by M Beauregard
Harris County Democratic Party, Holiday Party
FREE dinner, and drinks, cash bar.
Come meet your Elected Officials and other Democratic friends!!
Also at this same event, a fundraiser for
State Representative Jessica Farrar.
Stop in and show your support for Jessica!!
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12.02.06
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 6:00 pm by M Beauregard
Holiday Home Tour, Dec 1 & 2 with Victorian costumes and holiday arts and craft market at the Fire Station, 12th & Yale.
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Calling all Carolers!
Get your group together - small or large - to carol in the streets and shops at Heights First Saturday’s "Mistletoe Madness", December 2nd. Your group may win $250 - 1st place OR $100 - 2nd place.
When?: Saturday, December 2nd from 10 to 6pm.
Who?: Churches, Organizations, Companies, Non-profits, Musical Rivals, Talented Professionals, Cheery Amateurs
Rumors are there will be FREE Wassail at the trolley stops, now with new and more Stops??? Is this a great neighborhood, or what?? Look for brochures and maps the week before at the stores. (list of Stops on left side of this map site.)
How Do You Win at Caroling?
: Shoppers and spectators vote for their favorite carolers by giving them Mistletoe Money available in the Program, on the Trolley and at participating shops through out the Heights. Carolers will be assigned locations and approximately 2 hours to sing and collect Mistletoe Money from the crowd.
How to Better Your Odds of Winning? 
Tell all your friends to come and vote for your group. It’s perfectly legal - the more the
Mistletoe Merrier!
You must register to win. Call 713-862-1600 or e-mail Karen@KarenDerr.com to sign up and get your complete rules and times/locations. For more information about Heights First Saturday and Mistletoe Madness go to www.HeightsFirstSaturday.com
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12.01.06
Posted in Events, GHDC Blog at 6:00 pm by M Beauregard
It’s Open House on 19th St. with live music, food, and fun!! Support the local shop owners and get your shopping done early and from our own neighborhood merchants.
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