Fall Events 2023
HOUSTON BIRD WEEK
September 23-30
Houston Bird Week is a celebration of Houston's important role in the journey of billions of migratory birds and the everyday lives of our resident birds. In addition to Houston's vital location along the Gulf of Mexico, the growing popularity of planting native plants, restoring prairies, bird-friendly education programs, and Houston's Lights Out for Birds program were among the many efforts and programs that gained Houston the Bird City designation in 2020.
Houston Audubon and local conservation partners arrange a week of virtual and in-person events centered around our region’s birds and wildlife – from birding opportunities and watch parties to trivia, movie night, and more, there's something for all Houstonians to enjoy. Your participation and excitement will help our city continue to be a welcoming home for birds. Keep up with Houston Bird Week on social media using #HoustonBirdWeek and follow them on all social media accounts at @HoustonAudubon.
https://houstonaudubon.org/programs/birdweek/birdweek.html
National Night Out
Come to Emancipation Park on Tuesday, October 3, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm for a family-friendly celebration with music, games, food, giveaways, health screenings, community engagement, and more.
3018 Emancipation Avenue
Hispanic Heritage Month: Hispanic Business Summit 
When: October 11, 2023, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CDT
Where: Ion, 4201 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002
Join the U.S. Small Business Administration, Houston Christian University (HCU), Baker Ripley and Impact Hub for the annual Hispanic Business Summit. The event will include networking, information about the impact of Latino entrepreneurship in Houston, small business success stories, and a panel of lenders for tips on accessing business capital. Attendees will also have an opportunity to network with other business owners and local business resources!
PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS HELD ENTIRELY IN SPANISH
Únase a la Administración de Pequeñas Empresas (SBA), la Universidad Cristiana de Houston (HCU), Baker Ripley e Impact Hub para la Cumbre empresarial hispana anual. El evento incluirá información sobre el impacto del espíritu empresarial latino en Houston, historias de éxito de pequeñas empresas y un panel de prestamistas para obtener consejos sobre cómo acceder al capital empresarial. ¡Los asistentes también tendrán la oportunidad de relacionarse con otros propietarios de negocios y recursos comerciales locales
Biketoberfest 
When: October 26, 2023, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm CDT
Where: ION Plaza, 4201 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002
Celebrate fall in Houston on Thursday, October 26, from 5 – 8 PM with a coordinated bike ride with BikeHouston and a happy hour on the Ion Plaza. This 7-mile ride through Midtown, Downtown, and the Museum District will start and end at the Ion’s taproom, Second Draught, with live music on the plaza provided by The Slags.
This event is free, but registration is required at the link below. Any option to donate when registering is available, and the proceeds go back to local non-profits BikeHouston, Bunker Labs, and HTX4Ukraine.
Communities & Parks Convening
A discussion between community members, government agencies, schools, businesses, and nonprofits to promote outdoor, park, and nature equity in Houston communities. Register at tinyurl.com/HOCconvening
Monday, December 11, from 6p to 8 at Emancipation Park (3018 Emancipation Avenue)
Third Ward-Cuney Homes Choice Neighborhood
Join us to hear about the upcoming Choice Implementation grant submission! Drop in to get information, ask questions, and provide input to refine the concepts that will be submitted to HUD on December 20th.
YOUR INPUT WILL HELP BRING $50 MILLION TO THE THIRD WARD!
TOPICS INCLUDE:
» Upgrading Cuney Homes
» Neighborhood Improvements
» Supportive Services
NEED TRANSPORTATION? Reach out to:
Sasha Marshall Smith | Houston Housing Authority
SMarshallSmith@housingforhouston.com
P: (713) 260-0756 / (832) 581-9648
¡Únase para escuchar sobre la próxima propuesta de la subvención de Choice Implementation! Venga a informarse, hacer preguntas y dar ideas para refinar los conceptos que se presentarán al HUD el 20 de diciembre.
¡SU PARTICIPACIÓN AYUDARÁ A CONSEGUIR 50 MILLONES DE DÓLARES PARA EL THIRD WARD!
TEMAS INCLUYEN:
» La renovación de Cuney Homes
» Mejoras en el vecindario
» Servicios de apoyo
NECESITA TRANSPORTE? Escriba a:
Sasha Marshall Smith | Houston Housing Authority
SMarshallSmith@housingforhouston.com
P: (713) 260-0756 / (832) 581-9648
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:
Community Meetings
Attend HCD's Fall Community Meetings to learn about recent accomplishments and give input on future housing and community development activities and programs.
November 30, 2023, 3:00p and Virtual
Microsoft Teams Link: https://bit.ly/2023FPH-English, https://bit.ly/2023FPH-Espanol
Facebook Live @HoustonHCDD, Call US (Toll) l-936-755-1521
English Participant Code: 256 785 062#
Spanish Participant Code: 895 986 781#
December 5, 2023, 6:00p and In-Person
Emancipation Park Community Center
3078 Emancipation Avenue, Houston, Texas 77004
Can't make the meetings? View materials & get involved at www.houstontx.gov/housi ng/public-hearing or email HCDPlanning@houstontx.gov.
For additional information or to request special accommodations for the meetings, contact Ashley Lawson at (832) 394-5438 or Ashley.Lawson@houstontx.gov.
For specific questions or concerns about fair housing or landlord/tenant relations, please get in touch with Yolanda Guess-Jeffries at (832) 394-6200 ext. 1.
