Sunday, October 31, 2021
Cartoon and Animation Workshop: Our Roots with TAYO Fatunla
Discover the wonderful world of cartooning and animation as we celebrate Black History Month in the UK. British-born, Nigerian artist TAYO Fatunla is a comic artist and editorial cartoonist best known for his feature OUR ROOTS.
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Here is the link to the Facebook publication:
https://www.facebook.com/144872555530351/posts/7067277903289747/
Here is the livestream link for YouTube:
Cartoon Workshop: Our Roots with TAYO Fatunla
Cartoon Workshop: Our Roots with TAYO Fatunla
Wednesday, October 27, 2021
Police Reform in Houston Nov 1st on Zoom
The Metropolitan Organization
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The Future of Police Reform in Houston
TMO Meeting with Houston Police Chief Troy Finner
Monday, Nov. 1st at 6:30pm via Zoom
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Ongoing reforms to Houston police practices;
Oversight and accountability by Civilian Review Board;
Re-Training for officers on how to de-escalate from violence;
Assure that mental health workers, not police handle mental health crisis.
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Tuesday, October 26, 2021
MacGREGOR PARK MASTER PLAN
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Share your thoughts on the proposed MacGregor Park Master Plan Update!
Thank you to all who attended the third and final community meeting on the MacGregor Park Master Plan Update on October 13.
During the meeting, a consensus plan was presented, which showed how the Master Plan Update factors in community input received since public engagement began in June 2021.
Houston Parks Board and our partners are taking community input on the consensus plan until Monday, November 1, 2021.
To comment, please first watch the October 13 community meeting recording and/or view the PDF of the presentation here. After reviewing, please send comments, questions, or concerns to info@houstonparksboard.org.
After November 1, a final report will be created detailing the consensus Master Plan. Funding for the proposed updates is to be determined, and Houston Parks Board is working diligently on a funding plan and will keep you updated as progress is made.
Thank you for participating in this meaningful work in support of your park!
Monday, October 25, 2021
Sunday, October 24, 2021
Jasmine Hearn -- Dance Event... Check it out! (Byronne Hearne)
www.jasminehearn.com
Jasmine Hearn's upcoming FREE event here in Houston at the Moody Art Museum on Rice University Campus. To attend, you will need to register for a "ticket" . This is a come and go event - Thank you all!
https://moody.rice.edu/events/dimensions-variable-jasmine-hearn
Edward Burkley in "The King" in San Antonio Saturday, Dec. 4th Play written by David and Tamela Mann
Edward Burkley in The King Written by David and Tamela Mann one day performance in San Antonio Saturday Dec 4, 2021 tickets on sale now online.
https://youtu.be/tnTzouIKTjY
Saturday, October 23, 2021
Digital Designer Job - National Wildlife Foundation
The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) has an opening for a digital designer: NWF-Digital-Designer
Application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates should submit a resume and cover letter along with a link to your online creative portfolio.
The salary range for this position is currently $55,000-$70,000 annually, dependent upon qualifications and experience.
The National Wildlife Federation values work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere. Our paid time-off includes 3 weeks of vacation leave, open wellbeing leave, 10 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, a week-long winter break, and additional leave options, per year. In addition, our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability, 16 weeks of paid FMLA leave, 403b retirement plan with employer matching and annual contribution, adoption benefits, and flexible work options including telecommuting, non-traditional work hours, and compressed work weeks. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers.
$10,000 AIAA Scholarship
TCS GOIT Program for Students
Pfizer STEM Early Talent Programs
$5,000-$18000 Scholarships & Research Fellowships American Association of University Women (AAUW)
Scientist. Innovator. Educator. Creator. AAUW can help get you there.2017–18 AAUW Career Development Grantee Cortney Cleveland
Encourage women seeking to advance their academic or professional careers, or considering projects to promote education and equity for women and girls, to apply for an American Association of University Women (AAUW) fellowship or grant! Deadlines for 2022–23 awards are fast approaching. Share these funding opportunities with potential applicants as well as faculty and administrators.
SELECTED PROFESSIONS FELLOWSHIPS
Special announcement! Beginning this application season, Selected Professions Fellowship applicants can apply for funding for any year of their programs.
For women pursuing full-time study in a master’s or professional degree program in which women are underrepresented, including STEM, law, business, and medicine.
Funding: $5,000–$18,000
Deadline: December 1
AMERICAN FELLOWSHIPS
For women pursuing full-time study to complete dissertations or conduct postdoctoral research, or to those preparing research for publication for eight consecutive weeks.
Funding: $6,000–$30,000
Deadline: November 1
CAREER DEVELOPMENT GRANTS
For women pursuing a certificate or degree to advance their careers, change careers, or reenter the workforce in education, health and medical sciences, or social sciences and whose bachelor’s degree was received at least eight years before the award period.
Funding: $2,000–$12,000
Deadline: November 15
INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIPS
For women pursuing full-time graduate or postdoctoral study in the United States who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Funding: $18,000–$30,000
Deadline: November 15
COMMUNITY ACTION GRANTS
For individuals, AAUW branches and states, and nonprofit organizations that fund innovative programs or that promote education and equity through projects focused on encouraging girls to select, before entering college, the physical sciences or engineering as a career.
Funding: $3,000–$10,000
Deadline: December 1
RESEARCH PUBLICATION GRANT IN ENGINEERING, MEDICINE AND SCIENCE
For women conducting basic research in engineering, medicine or the physical or biological sciences and who have a doctorate degree in one of those fields. Grantees are required to publish their research in a scholarly scientific publication and be listed as a primary author.
Funding: $10,000–$35,000
Deadline: December 1
FACULTY, STAFF AND PROFESSIONALS:
Help the next generation of women scholars and professionals and build your CV at the same time. Apply by October 31 to serve on one of AAUW’s fellowship and grant review panels.
APPLY TODAY!
Find out more about AAUW’s fellowships, grants, and awards.
AAUW
1310 L St. NW, Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20005
connect@aauw.org
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Amazon Jobs - HBCU Undergrad and Graduate Student Opportunities
BCM -Post-Baccalaureate Certificate of Completion in Biomedical Sciences and Health Equity
https://www.bcm.edu/education/graduate-school-of-biomedical-sciences/programs/diversity/post-baccalaureate-certificate-of-completion-in-biomedical-sciences-and-health-equity
Baylor College of Medicine continues to build on its long history of educational outreach initiatives with the addition of a Center of Excellence in Health Equity, Training and Research and Postbaccalaureate Graduate Certificate in Biomedical Sciences and Health Equity.
Contact Us!
713–798–8646
healthequity@bcm.edu
One Baylor PlazaMS:411Houston, TX 77030
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
JOB Business Analyst - Museum of Fine Arts
Check Indeed.com HERE
Business Analyst
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston - Houston, TX
The Business Analyst provides information and insights in support of business decision making across the organization.
Monday, October 18, 2021
URGENT: Youth Needed Tuesday 10/19 - Participants are entered in Laptop Drawing -CFCI Youth Action Workshop - Tuesday, 10/19 at 4:30pm
Saturday, October 16, 2021
South Park Voter Education with Texas Federation of The People Foundation and Swing TX Left Canvass from efamily member Londa Singleton
About this event
Join us for a dual event - Blockwalk and Phone Bank, co-sponsored by Bridges to Empowerment, Texas Federation of the People, and Swing TX Left.
This is an event to ask people to vote in the upcoming election on November 2, 2021. We will also bring awareness to the constitutional amendments that are going to be on the ballot.
Make sure your cell phone is fully charged when you arrive -Bring a mask and plan to wear it while knocking on doors -Dress comfortably and wear comfortable shoes -We will have water and light snacks -For Blockwalkers only: If you are able to install the MiniVAN app on your phone ahead of the block walk, please do. You will be asked to create an action ID, which you can do in the app or on this website (https://accounts.ngpvan.com/Account/RegisterPrivate). If you cannot get to this ahead of time, we will be happy to help you with this on the day of the block walk. Email (tanuke@txfpf.org) with any questions
OUR COVID PROTOCOL:
All who participate in in-person events must be fully vaccinated. It is recommended that participants bring their COVID immunization record, or a picture of it on their phone. During all events, masks are required to be worn at all times except when eating or drinking. This includes fully vaccinated individuals and both indoor and outdoor events. Social distancing of at least 6 feet between you and anyone from outside your household is essential, including out doors. All events will take place outside. Individuals who are at high risk (e.g., immunocompromised), feel sick, have been exposed to COVID, or who have not been vaccinated should join events online only.
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https://www.mobilize.us/hcdp/event/422729/
Thursday, October 14, 2021
Neurosurgery Lecture Dr. Hoes - Basics of Bone Health for the Spine - Join Oct 14 6:30pm
YouTube will be posted. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajB7AwjRxjw Video from a prior lecture! Support our Docs!
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
AIAA Scholarship Engineering - Thanks efamily member Paula Harris for sharing!
https://www.aiaa.org/get-involved/k-12-students/scholarships?fbclid=IwAR3f-jmE85oGu97a0Kb7k606biZI8M0YUSeo_IVvQQ23fRDHiUQxx0VQJl4
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Get Your House In Order" to discuss Life Insurance; Wills; & Power of Attorney shared by efamily member Judith Elam
"Fellowship Christian Church is hosting "Get Your House In Order" to discuss Life Insurance; Wills; & Power of Attorney. We are living in a time where we need our houses in order and Not leave our families in emotional & financial disarray. We will have family law and insurance Professionals and attorneys present to answer questions for you. THIS IS NOT A SALES PRESENTATION. This is a simply a heart to heart talk between believers in Christ." - Judith Elam
Monday, October 11, 2021
High School Juniors - NASA High School Aerospace Scholars Deadline Oct 21
Texas High School Aerospace Scholars (HAS) Program
Deadline to Apply21-Oct-2021
NASA's High School Aerospace Scholars is an authentic learning experience for Texas high school juniors to engage with NASA's mission and become the next generation of explorers. Like-minded students complete an online curriculum in exploration and discovery. The highest achieving students receive an invitation to a five-day gamified summer experience mentored by NASA scientists and engineers. Students work in teams to plan an Artemis-themed mission to the Moon and Mars. Top teams are invited to a two-day residential experience at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. The online and summer experience portions are free to participants. To learn more and apply, visit the HAS website<https://www.nasa.gov/c
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Free Vaccination and Testing Sites - City of Houston Call 832-393-4220
CitizensNet: Free COVID-19 vaccinations available at more than a dozen Houston Health Department-affiliated sites week of October 11, 2021 | 10-11-2021
HOUSTON - The Houston Health Department is announcing the schedule for sites offering free doses of COVID-19 vaccine during the week of October 11, 2021. More than a dozen health department-affiliated free vaccination sites are on the schedule for the week.
The sites welcome walk-ins and appointment information is available at HoustonEmerency.org/covid19 or by calling 832-393-4220.
Vaccination does not require proof of residency, citizenship, or insurance.
Pop-up Sites
The department and its partner agencies will offer Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccinations at pop-up sites during the week, located at:
- One Delta Plaza Educational Center, Inc., 3333 Old Spanish Trail, 77021
- October 16, 2021: 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church, 3401 Jeanetta St., 77063
- October 16, 2021: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
- Sunny's Flea Market, 8705 Airline Dr., 77037
- October 17, 2021: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Fixed Sites
Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines are available at the department’s fixed sites, located at:
- Acres Home Multi-Service Center, 6719 W. Montgomery Rd.
- Mondays, Wednesday, Fridays: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
- Hiram Clarke Multi-Service Center, 3810 W. Fuqua St.
- Tuesdays: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
- La Nueva Casa de Amigos Health Center, 1809 North Main St.
- Mondays/Thursdays: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Magnolia Multi-Service Center, 7037 Capitol St.
- Thursdays: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
- Saturdays: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Northside Health Center, 8504 Schuller Rd.
- Mondays/Thursdays: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Sharpstown Health Services, 6201 Bonhomme Rd.
- Mondays/Thursdays: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Southwest Multi-Service Center, 6400 High Star Dr.
- Saturdays: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Sunnyside Health Center, 4605 Wilmington St.
- Mondays/Thursdays: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- PlazAmericas, 7500 Bellaire Blvd.
- Mondays-Saturdays: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Tidwell Park, 9720 Spaulding St.
- Tuesdays-Fridays: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Saturdays: 10 a.m.- 4p.m.
Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines are authorized for ages 18 and up and Pfizer is authorized for ages 12 and up.
In-Home Vaccination
Free in-home COVID-19 vaccination is available to qualifying older adults, people with disabilities, and veterans.
People may call 832-393-4301 to about qualify for the program.Testing Sites
The department and its partner agencies offer free COVID-19 testing sites across the city.
A list of testing sites is available at HoustonEmergency.org/covid19 or by calling 832-393-4220.
The CDC recommends people who have symptoms and most people who had close contact (within 6 feet for a total of 15 minutes or more over a 24-hour period) with someone with confirmed COVID-19 be tested for COVID-19 infection.
Vaccination and testing site schedules may shift during the week to meet community need. Find the latest information at HoustonEmergency.org or by calling 832-393-4220.
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Sunday, October 10, 2021
JOB - Back-end Web Developer $120,000 starting salary
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 53 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and stripes. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. We advance this mission through programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, advancing environmental justice, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.
We are looking for an e-commerce backend developer for new Garden for Wildlife™ Enterprise (GFWE) on site or remotely (https://www.
For more information and to apply, see: NWF-Backend-Developer
Thursday, October 7, 2021
Congressional Black Caucus National Racial Equity Initiative for Social Justice
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