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Inwood Forest Stormwater Detention Basin Project

As many of you in the community may be aware, Harris County Flood Control District has begun activity on the Inwood Forest Stormwater Detention Basin Project. The project encompasses property located both east of Antoine and west of Antoine, with a total of 12 interconnected stormwater detention basins. The stormwater detention basins will be built by the Flood Control District on the former golf course property to provide flood damage reduction benefits during heavy storms and to mitigate impacts of future public City of Houston drainage projects as appropriate. The basins will vary in stormwater storage capacity, which is measured in acre-feet. The goal for the stormwater storage capacity for all the basins combined is approximately 1,200 acre-feet, or a little more than 391 million gallons of stormwater storage, for shared use by the Flood Control District and the City of Houston. One acre-foot is equal to one-acre times a one-foot depth, or 43,560 cubic feet (325,850 gallons).

They have asked us to share updates on the status of the project and anticipated start dates for certain activities. They have communicated that additional tree removal will begin on August 14th, and that by late August or mid-September the excavation process will begin. For any questions you may have about these upcoming activities, they have asked that we direct you to their online comment submission portal so that they can ensure a prompt response. The link to that is: https://www.hcfcd.org/Inwood-Forest-Comment-Submittal.

COMPLETE COMMUNITIES UNIVERSITY - CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

COMPLETE COMMUNITIES UNIVERSITY

FALL 2023 LEADERSHIP TRAINING

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

Application Deadline - August 18, 2023


The Department of Neighborhoods (DON) invites aspiring leaders to apply for enrollment in the Complete Communities University (CCU) Fall 2023 leadership training course. The 8-week course is designed for emerging leaders committed to making a positive impact in their communities.


The course will run September 20 to November 8, 2023, with classes to be held virtually and in person on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Virtual classes will be conducted via Microsoft Teams, and in-person classes will be held at the City Hall Annex, 900 Bagby Street.


The CCU curriculum focuses on strategies for promoting civic engagement to empower residents and vitalize neighborhoods. The course explores methods and techniques for engaging residents in civic activities, volunteer service, and government affairs as constituents and voters. Topics of discussion include how city and county government function and relate to neighborhoods and how to effectively access City services and community resources. The classes are led by DON staff with extensive knowledge of Houston communities and feature presentations by City department and community-based subject experts.


CCU participants will be selected through a competitive application review process. Selection criteria will include commitment to promoting civic engagement, leadership skills, experience, and potential. Diversity and representation of all City Council districts will also be considered.


Apply today!
Applications will be accepted July 17 to August 18, 2023. For application guidelines and forms, go to www.houstontx.gov/neighborhoods/ccu.html. For questions, call 832-393-1061 or email CCUniversity@houstontx.gov.


USEFUL COMMUNITY RESOURCES!


The Acres Homes Community Advocacy Group aims to preserve and empower the community through educational training, organizing, leadership, and economic revitalization. Our focus is to establish stabilization within our community groups, preserve the history of the Acres Homes Community, and empower the next generation of residents.

To stay up-to-date with upcoming events, access the Community Calendar (https://www.acreshomescag.org/community-calendar) and sign-up for the "What's Good In The Neighborhood?" weekly newsletter (sign-up form at the bottom of the main webpage: https://www.acreshomescag.org/).


The Acres Homes Super Neighborhood Council #6 meets regularly on the Third Thursday of each month at 6pm in the Acres Home Multi-Service Center located at 6719 West Montgomery Road, Houston, TX 77091. Please join these monthly meetings to stay up-to-date on timely topics affecting the community. You can follow the monthly meeting invites through the organization's Eventbrite Page.


Harris County Precinct One has commissioned a survey to assist in the development of policies that improve quality of life while advancing equal opportunity and the fair treatment of all residents of Harris County. To accomplish this, community needs, concerns, satisfaction, and interests must be an integral part of the larger Precinct decision-making process. They are inviting residents of Precinct One, including the Acres Homes Complete Community, to take a seat at the table and make your voice heard by completing the attached community survey. By completing this survey, you will be taking an active step in ensuring Precinct One priorities and initiatives are in alignment with the needs of your community! The direct link to the survey, which will be open for a few months, is: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7202484/Pct-1-CGA-Engagement-Survey


If you have questions about the survey or Precinct One, please contact Bryce Randall, Community Engagement Coordinator. Bryce's email address is bryce.randall@cp1.hctx.net, and his office phone number is 346-286-1951.



Older community announcements that may no longer be relevant to visitors to the site can be found in the "Acres Homes Archived Announcements" section below. We want to preserve these announcements for reference later by community members and staff.

Inwood Forest Stormwater Detention Basin Project

As many of you in the community may be aware, Harris County Flood Control District has begun activity on the Inwood Forest Stormwater Detention Basin Project. The project encompasses property located both east of Antoine and west of Antoine, with a total of 12 interconnected stormwater detention basins. The stormwater detention basins will be built by the Flood Control District on the former golf course property to provide flood damage reduction benefits during heavy storms and to mitigate impacts of future public City of Houston drainage projects as appropriate. The basins will vary in stormwater storage capacity, which is measured in acre-feet. The goal for the stormwater storage capacity for all the basins combined is approximately 1,200 acre-feet, or a little more than 391 million gallons of stormwater storage, for shared use by the Flood Control District and the City of Houston. One acre-foot is equal to one-acre times a one-foot depth, or 43,560 cubic feet (325,850 gallons).

They have asked us to share updates on the status of the project and anticipated start dates for certain activities. They have communicated that additional tree removal will begin on August 14th, and that by late August or mid-September the excavation process will begin. For any questions you may have about these upcoming activities, they have asked that we direct you to their online comment submission portal so that they can ensure a prompt response. The link to that is: https://www.hcfcd.org/Inwood-Forest-Comment-Submittal.

COMPLETE COMMUNITIES UNIVERSITY - CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

COMPLETE COMMUNITIES UNIVERSITY

FALL 2023 LEADERSHIP TRAINING

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

Application Deadline - August 18, 2023


The Department of Neighborhoods (DON) invites aspiring leaders to apply for enrollment in the Complete Communities University (CCU) Fall 2023 leadership training course. The 8-week course is designed for emerging leaders committed to making a positive impact in their communities.


The course will run September 20 to November 8, 2023, with classes to be held virtually and in person on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Virtual classes will be conducted via Microsoft Teams, and in-person classes will be held at the City Hall Annex, 900 Bagby Street.


The CCU curriculum focuses on strategies for promoting civic engagement to empower residents and vitalize neighborhoods. The course explores methods and techniques for engaging residents in civic activities, volunteer service, and government affairs as constituents and voters. Topics of discussion include how city and county government function and relate to neighborhoods and how to effectively access City services and community resources. The classes are led by DON staff with extensive knowledge of Houston communities and feature presentations by City department and community-based subject experts.


CCU participants will be selected through a competitive application review process. Selection criteria will include commitment to promoting civic engagement, leadership skills, experience, and potential. Diversity and representation of all City Council districts will also be considered.


Apply today!
Applications will be accepted July 17 to August 18, 2023. For application guidelines and forms, go to www.houstontx.gov/neighborhoods/ccu.html. For questions, call 832-393-1061 or email CCUniversity@houstontx.gov.


USEFUL COMMUNITY RESOURCES!


The Acres Homes Community Advocacy Group aims to preserve and empower the community through educational training, organizing, leadership, and economic revitalization. Our focus is to establish stabilization within our community groups, preserve the history of the Acres Homes Community, and empower the next generation of residents.

To stay up-to-date with upcoming events, access the Community Calendar (https://www.acreshomescag.org/community-calendar) and sign-up for the "What's Good In The Neighborhood?" weekly newsletter (sign-up form at the bottom of the main webpage: https://www.acreshomescag.org/).


The Acres Homes Super Neighborhood Council #6 meets regularly on the Third Thursday of each month at 6pm in the Acres Home Multi-Service Center located at 6719 West Montgomery Road, Houston, TX 77091. Please join these monthly meetings to stay up-to-date on timely topics affecting the community. You can follow the monthly meeting invites through the organization's Eventbrite Page.


Harris County Precinct One has commissioned a survey to assist in the development of policies that improve quality of life while advancing equal opportunity and the fair treatment of all residents of Harris County. To accomplish this, community needs, concerns, satisfaction, and interests must be an integral part of the larger Precinct decision-making process. They are inviting residents of Precinct One, including the Acres Homes Complete Community, to take a seat at the table and make your voice heard by completing the attached community survey. By completing this survey, you will be taking an active step in ensuring Precinct One priorities and initiatives are in alignment with the needs of your community! The direct link to the survey, which will be open for a few months, is: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7202484/Pct-1-CGA-Engagement-Survey


If you have questions about the survey or Precinct One, please contact Bryce Randall, Community Engagement Coordinator. Bryce's email address is bryce.randall@cp1.hctx.net, and his office phone number is 346-286-1951.



Older community announcements that may no longer be relevant to visitors to the site can be found in the "Acres Homes Archived Announcements" section below. We want to preserve these announcements for reference later by community members and staff.

  • Acres Homes Archived Announcements

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    This is a repository of older community announcements that may no longer be relevant to visitors to the site. However, we want to preserve these announcements for reference later by community members and staff.


    Walk With A Doc

    Saturday, July 22 at 9:00AM
    Acres Home Highland/DeSoto Park Community Center
    3316 DeSoto St, Houston, TX 77091

    Walk With A Doc

    Saturday, June 24 at 9:00AM
    Acres Home Highland/DeSoto Park Community Center
    3316 DeSoto St, Houston, TX 77091

    Acres Homes MSC Fitness Classes


    The Be Well Acres Homes Initiative regularly hosts exercise events at the Acres Homes Multi-Service Center. In addition to the standard offerings (see their June 2023 calendar in English & Spanish), a Juneteenth Summer Fit & Wellness Jam is being held on Friday, June 16 from 1pm to 4pm at the MSC (6719 W. Montgomery 77091). Door prizes, fitness demonstrations, and healthy tips will be available for attendees.



    ONE EQUITY FUND APPLICATIONS OPEN


    The Houston Fund for Social Justice and Economic Equity has opened the application portal for Round 2 of their "Open for Business Grant," a transformative opportunity for the communities they serve. The application portal is open through May 31, 2023 at 11:59p.m. CST. The new $8M availability of the grant funds marks the second phase of the three-year, $20M Open for Business program.

    The purpose of this grant program is to help diversely owned small businesses and non-profit organizations own more of their assets, such as property, equipment, and technology. It is our belief that ownership allows for greater impact of one’s hard work and investment. We salute small business owners and non-profit organizers for their tremendous efforts to impact our local communities.

    Small businesses can apply for $5,000 to $100,000 for the purchase of tangible assets if they meet the following criteria:

    • Business established and registered with the State of Texas prior to December 31, 2021
    • Business location is within the City of Houston
    • The tangible asset must be invested in and impacting a vulnerable community as identified in the Geographic Eligibility Map (most of Acres Homes Complete Community is within the boundary)
    • Have 1- 100 employees, including the owner, full-time, and part-time employees and 1099 contractors engaged in supporting your business
    • 2022 Annual Gross Revenue of $3,000,000 or less
    • Business owners must be 18 years of age and reside in Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, or Waller counties, as their primary home address

    The Small Business FAQ page has much more information about the program. Non-Profits located in and/or serving the City of Houston are also eligible to apply; the Non-Profit FAQ is available with additional information, as well.

    DANCING WITH A DOC



    Let’s have some fun with ZUMBA instructed by Dr. Barry Gritz, Psychiatrist, followed by a mental wellness presentation on Stress Awareness: How to manage overwhelming stress with fun activities and laughter. Come and enjoy the movement and learn about emotional well-being!

    • Date: Thursday, May 25, 2023
    • Location: Highland Park Community Center, 3316 DeSoto St., Houston, TX
    • Times:
      • 8:30am-9:00am – Low impact ZUMBA or a Walk in the Park
      • 9:00am – Mental Wellness Presentation by Dr. Gritz


    Vamos a divertirnos un poco con ZUMBA instruido por el Dr. Barry Gritz, psiquiatra, seguido de una presentación de bienestar mental sobre Conciencia del estrés: cómo manejar el estrés abrumador con actividades divertidas y risas. ¡Ven y disfruta del movimiento y aprende sobre el bienestar emocional!

    • Fecha: Martes, 25 Mayo 2023
    • Ubicación: Highland Park Community Center, 3316 DeSoto St., Houston, Tx.
    • Hora:
      • 8:30am-9:00am – ZUMBA de bajo impacto o un paseo por el parque
      • 9:00am – Presentación de Bienestar Mental por el Dr. Gritz
    YOUR INPUT NEEDED!
    Improve Forest Conditions in Houston Communities

    The Houston Parks & Recreation Department is working on a grant proposal to secure federal funding for a Hazard Tree Removal Program. The proposed program would involve working with homeowners to identify and remove dead trees and overgrown limbs within their yard, at no cost to the homeowner. Homeowners would also be eligible for replacement trees.

    This Hazardous Tree Removal Survey is intended to help us determine how many homeowners would be interested in a program like this. Please share this survey with your neighbors and let us know if the Hazard Tree Removal Program is something your community wants.

    To take the survey visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LM5YMBF. The survey is currently open for your submission and will remain open through May 26, 2023. For any questions, please contact AskParks@houstontx.gov.

    For more information about the Houston Parks & Recreation Department, visit www.houstonparks.org or follow us on Twitter @hpard, Facebook @houstonparksandrec, or Instagram @houston_parksrecreation.

    Walk With A Doc

    Saturday, May 13 at 9:00AM
    Acres Home Highland/DeSoto Park Community Center
    3316 DeSoto St, Houston, TX 77091


    Walk With A Doc

    Saturday, April 8 at 9:00AM
    Acres Home Highland/DeSoto Park Community Center
    3316 DeSoto St, Houston, TX 77091

    Come and join Dr. Ifedi with Memorial Hermann and enjoy a healthy, fun walk in the park and meet new friends. Following the walk will be a health presentation in the community center on Irritable Bowel Syndrome: "Digestive Health?"

    The event is free, and all are welcome!

    Questions? Call 713-338-5997

    Mobility Study Final Report and Presentation

    The final report for the Acres Homes Mobility Study was presented to the Houston Planning Commission on March 30, 2023. A recording of the presentation can be found at this link(External link). A copy of the report can be found at this link. For more background regarding the report, please visit the "Let's Talk Houston" page for the study: Acres Home Mobility Study | Let's Talk Houston (letstalkhouston.org) or see the New Feed post further down on this page.


    Economic Development Working Group Meeting

    Meeting to Review Houston Land Bank Project Concepts
    Wednesday, March 29 at 10:00AM

    Agenda

    10:00 – 10:05 a.m. Welcome and Introductions

    10:05 – 10:15 a.m. Recap of Project Activities To-Date

    10:15 – 10:30 a.m. Overview of Development Concepts

    10:30 – 10:55 a.m. Discussion of Concepts

    10:55 – 11:00 a.m. Next Steps

    Meeting will be held virtually on Microsoft Teams (log-in/dial-in information is below).
    All community members are welcome to attend!

    Microsoft Teams Meeting
    Click here to join the meeting
    Meeting ID: 253 742 660 799
    Passcode: SNodpG

    Or call in (audio only)
    +1 936-755-1521,,997530917#
    Phone Conference ID: 997 530 917#

    Walk With A Doc

    Saturday, March 11 at 9:00AM
    Acres Home Highland/DeSoto Park Community Center
    3316 DeSoto St, Houston, TX 77091

    Come and join Dr. Ifedi with Memorial Hermann and enjoy a healthy, fun walk in the park and meet new friends. Following the walk will be a health presentation in the community center on Diabetes: "I have sugar in my blood. What's next?"

    Following Walk with a Doc will be a Meet and Greet with Oak Street health with a presentation on Medicare Benefits and Update!

    The event is free and all are welcome!

    Questions? Call 713-338-5997

    Tools for Change - Picnic Table Build Event

    Saturday, March 25 from 12 PM to 5 PM
    City Acre Brewing Co.
    3418 Topping St, Houston, TX 77093

    The Houston ToolBank, a nonprofit tool lending program which empowers community and charitable projects through equipment and expertise, is hosting a community build event and volunteer day. At this event, volunteers will build picnic tables that will then be donated to schools and community groups across Houston.

    To participate in the build event, sign-up as an individual or a team here: https://secure.givelively.org/event/houston-community-toolbank/tools-for-change-2023

    If you know of any school or community group that would benefit from a picnic table, complete this form and a ToolBank team member will follow-up: https://forms.gle/Xzkit8CcD3myPDERA

    Walk With A Doc

    Saturday, February 11 at 9:00AM
    Acres Home Highland/DeSoto Park Community Center
    3316 DeSoto St, Houston, TX 77091

    City of Houston Youth Internship Opportunities

    Mayor's Hire Houston Youth Program

    • Application open now with reviews beginning
      March 27, 2023
    • Must be between 16 and 24 by June 12, 2023
      and a City of Houston Resident
    • Positions posted on NEOGOV website in the
      following categories:
      • Government/Political Science
      • Parks & Recreation
      • Professional/Technical
      • Police Department
      • Library
      • Public Health
      • Administrative Offices
    • Learn more here: https://www.houstontx.gov/hr/gyow/summer_jobs.html


    What's Happening?

    State of Community Financial Education - Town Hall Meeting


    Topics of Discussion

    Increasing community access to financial education tools and resources

    Overview of community financial initiative

    Engagement and collaborative strategies

    Resources providers

    Mentors and Volunteers




    Acres Home Mobility Study Public Meeting #3

    • October 12
    • 6:30 - 9:00 Pm
    • Acres Home MSC 6719 W. Montgomery Rd. Houston, TX 77091

    Join us for the final community meeting for the Acres Home Mobility Study. We have developed solutions based on your input and want to ensure we’ve captured everything accurately

    Join us at the next meeting Wednesday, October 12, 6–8 p.m. at the Acres Home Multi-Service Center at 6719 W. Montgomery Road, Houston, TX 77091.

    Contact Devin Crittle at Devin.Crittle@houstontx.gov or visit Acres Home Mobility Study | Let's Talk Houston (letstalkhouston.org)



    Please help us better understand connectivity issues in the area by adding comments to the map, providing feedback on the proposals, and/or providing comments in the forum.



    Economic Development Working Group
    • October 13 - Thursday
    • 12:00-1:00 PM
    • Microsoft Teams: https://bit.ly/ahccecondev

    • Call-in: +1 936-755-1521 Phone Conference ID: 898 416 754#

    • Meet to plan a strategy for West Montgomery Town Square Action Plan Project
      Economic Development Working Group Meeting

    Acres Homes Super Neighborhood Council #6

    Brunch En Blanc

    • Saturday, October 15
    • 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
    • Acres Home
    • We thank our sponsors for making this event free to the community.
      Register today to reserve your seat bit.ly/44enblanc
      Acres Homes Proud

    • Brunch En Blanc - October 15
    • Community Meeting - October 20 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Acres Home MSC
    • Beautification Project - October 22 - Rest Lawn Cemetary
    • Register here: bit.ly/ahsncbeautification
    Acres Home Health Center
    https://www.harrishealth.org/locations-hh/Pages/acres-home-health-center.aspx

    Acres Home Health Center Health Fair

    • Saturday, October 22 | Sabado 22 de octubre
    • 9:00am - 3 pm
    • Acres Home Health Center 818 Ringold St.
      Houston, TX 77088
      Acres Home Health Center invites you to its health fair. Come for free screenings, and stay for health tips, information, and giveaways. Appointments are needed for free breast cancer screening*. Call 281-454-0913 today to schedule your free mammogram. Acres Home Health Center818 Ringold St.Houston, TX 77088





    Feria de la Salud de Acres Home Health Center

    • Sabado 22 de octubre
    • 9:00am - 3 pm
    • Acres Home Health Center 818 Ringold St.
      Houston, TX 77088
    • Acres Home Health Center le invita a la Feria de Salud. Venga a hacerse exámenes de detección gratis y quédese para recibir consejos sobre la salud, información y regalos. Es necesario hacer una cita para los exámenes gratuitos de detección del cáncer de mama*. Llame hoy al 281-454-0913 para programer una mamografía sin co
    Acres Home MSC
    Find more information here: https://gohealthyhouston.org/be-well


    Acres Home Farmers Market

    Acres Home Farmers Market

    • 1st and 3rd Saturdays
    • 10:00 am - 1:00 Pm
    • Bethune Empowerment Center - 2500
    • S Victory Dr. Houston, TX 77088
    There will be fresh, local, and organically grown produce, and exciting vendors await you!
    (we sell out fast, so come early!)
    Shop from a variety of incredible local vendors!
    And good news! We accept SNAP!


    We hope to see you at the Bethune Empowerment Center at 2500 S Victory Drive!
    Here at Acres Homes, we're producing a healthier community together.




  • Acres Home Mobility Study Presentation and Final Report

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    Acres Home Mobility Study Presentation and Final Report


    The final report for the Acres Homes Mobility Study was presented to the Houston Planning Commission on March 30, 2023. A recording of the presentation can be found at this link. A copy of the report can be found at this link. For more background regarding the report, please visit the "Let's Talk Houston" page for the study: Acres Home Mobility Study | Let's Talk Houston (letstalkhouston.org) Below is an excerpt from the Executive Summary of the report providing an overview of the study and its purposes:

    The City of Houston Planning and Development Department, in collaboration with Houston Public Works, commissioned the Acres Home Mobility Study (Study) to evaluate ways to improve circulation in the Acres Home Study Area, which currently features multiple mobility challenges in addition to unprecedented growth.

    The Study Area is located in Houston’s Acres Home Super Neighborhood, bounded by West Little York Road on the north, West Tidwell Road on the south, Wheatley Street on the east, and TC Jester Boulevard on the west.

    The Acres Home Mobility Study included three public meetings, one for each of the three project phases: Existing Conditions Analysis; Gap Analysis; and Mobility Plan. All meetings were held at the Acres Home Community Center at 6 pm.

    • The Existing Conditions Analysis public meeting was held on June 7, 2022
    • The Gap Analysis public meeting was held on August 9, 2022
    • The Final Recommendations public meeting was held on October 6, 2022

    The community was involved in the process and provided information regarding the neighborhood, history of the Complete Community Action Plan, specific input on needs in the area, and input on the final recommendations presented. Comments from the public were considered by the city and further information, as well as attendees’ ideas and prioritization suggestions, is provided in the Public Meeting Notes in Appendix C of the study.


  • Garden projects at Anderson Academy Sucess

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    Garden projects at Anderson Academy, Eisenhower and Harmony were a huge success with at least 2 beds and one arbor trellis each installed!


  • MSC - CLEAN UP DAY

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    Acres Home MSC Garden Clean Up Day - March 24, 2022


    Prairie View A&M University Cooperative Extension Program will host a Garden Clean-up Day at the Acres Home MSC located at 6719 W Montgomery Road Houston, Texas 777091 on March 24, 2022. Sign up to Volunteer HERE

  • Hire Houston Youth

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  • Step Healthy Memorial Hermann Programs

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    Walk With A Doc

    3/12/2022 - 9:00 AM- 11:00 AM - Highland/Desoto Park 3316 Desoto St Houston, TX 77091
    Walk with a Doc is a walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle. What better way to start your weekend than on your feet making strides to help your heart and improving your general health to live longer! While you walk at your own pace, you’ll have the opportunity to have questions answered by local physicians.

    Core Connections Network

    3/17/2022 - 9:00 AM- 11:00 AM - Highland/Desoto Park 3316 Desoto St Houston, TX 77091

    Dancing With A Doc

    3/23/2022 - 8:00 AM- 9:00 AM - Highland/Desoto Park 3316 Desoto St Houston, TX 77091

  • Vogel Creek - Spring Fling March 12

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  • The Houston Food Bank Class Applications Now Open

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    The Houston Food Bank is currently accepting applications for our culinary and warehousing job training programs. The programs are free and supports are available to students.

    To learn more about culinary training, please visit: https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/our-programs/communitykitchen/

    To learn more about warehousing training, please visit: https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/our-programs/communitywarehouselogistics/

  • Acres Homes February Updates

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    February Updates

    Greetings Acres Homes! We have some exciting things happening in the community

    MEETING

    Our February Meeting was held on on 2.1.22 had a packed schedule.Unfortunately, due to permission settings, we could not retrieve the meeting recording.

    1. Below are links to meeting presentation materials
    2. Meeting Presentation: https://www.letstalkhouston.org/7988/widgets/32803/documents/28004


    Next Meeting : March 1, 2022 @6:30 pm

    There is a NEW link for the monthly meetings. They will still occur at the same time and date.

    Please cancel the old calendar invite if you have not done so already

    Microsoft Teams meeting

    Join on your computer or mobile app- Click here to join the meeting

    Or call in (audio only) +1 936-755-1521,,320475521#

    Phone Conference ID: 320 475 521#

    WORKING GROUPS

    We are restructuring our working group meeting cadences and objectives for the Complete Communities initiative

    HEALTH & FITNESS

    • World Cancer Day, a global initiative to end cancer, was celebrated on February 4th at MD Anderson Cancer Center highlighting the incredible collective work that is happening as part of Be Well Acres Homes. You can read the article here.
    • Houston Parks and Recreation Department is offering fitness programs:
        • Fitness classes of 6-week sessions available at Lincoln Community Center (registration on site)
        • Adult Zumba classes, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.  
        • Senior Fitness program, Thursdays, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
        • Youth Fitness program, Tuesdays, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
        • Soccer for Success classes for youth ages 5 – 14 started on February 15th at Highland Park
      • Register here to attend Houston Parks Board’s Spring Fling event on Saturday, March 12th at the location of the future Inwood Recreation Phase.

    HEALTHY FOOD 

    • Through UTHealth School of Public Health’s Nourish program, a culinary medicine program, Harris Health started teaching nutrition classes to patients utilizing their Food Farmacy and Teaching Kitchen on February 1st
    • The food distribution at Lone Star College-Houston North, Victory location, has been rescheduled for February 22nd and their Academy for Lifelong Learning (ALL) nutrition classes for adults 50+ started on February 15th
    • Sign up here to volunteer on Wednesdays at the Multi-service Center garden with PVAMU
    • If your school is interested in hosting Brighter Bites, the application is now open for summer 2022, and the 2022-2023 school year. Please apply here.

  • Virtual Plant Sale & In Person Seminar March 26 - April 3

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