Black Cowboy History by Efamily Member Louis Hook

Ebony Opera TODAY June 15th at 3:30 - Thanks Efamily member Deborah Wood for sharing!

Another event for Juneteenth. Sunday, tomorrow June 15th the Houston Ebony Opera will be presented in a Juneteenth concert at the Match Theatre on Main Street at 3:30 p.m. This is a part of the Fade to Black series. More information: https://houstonebonymusic.org/

Efamily News June 14th - link to current and past issues

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TONIGHT ART EVENT GRAND OPENING - Thanks Efamily member Prudence Smith for sharing!

Juneteenth Houston Museum of African American Culture

  HMAAC Juneteenth Family Day Thurs, June 19, 11AM - 6PM   OPENING EXHIBITION AND ARTIST TALK: Ted Ellis' JUNETEENTH FREEDOM PROJECT THURS, JUNE 19, AT 4 PM Ted T. Ellis, nationally recognized as the Art Ambassador for Juneteenth, has received proclamations from the City and County of Galveston, the State of Texas, and Congressional recognition for his work in preserving African American history through art. His powerful “Juneteenth Freedom Project” returns to Texas—on view at the Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) from June 1 to August 9, 2025. Co-curated by John Guess and Tanner Ellis, the exhibition also features “Free At Last,” the official Juneteenth painting

created at Stringfellow Orchards in Hitchcock, TX. Join us for a special Artist Talk with Ted T. Ellis on June 19, 2025, from 4 PM—an inspiring conversation on history, freedom, and the power of visual storytelling. HMAAC STORYTELLING IN THE COMMUNITY 7 PM, WED, JULY 2, @SUNNYSIDE MSC Seven storytellers will celebrate the legacy of one of Houston’s oldest historic Black neighborhoods. This HMAAC-sponsored exhibition in the community will take place at 7 PM, Wednesday, July 2, at the Sunnyside Multi-Service Center, located at 4410 Reed Road, Houston, TX. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 713-526-1015, or email AlexusR@HMAAC.org.

Tons of Summer Family Fun in Houston Thanks 18th Congressional District

Dear Donna, The 18th Congressional District has gathered a list of a variety of activities, youth camps, and free meal resources to help you and your family make the most of the summer season. Whether you're looking for fun, learning opportunities, or support services, there's something for everyone in our district. Camps & Events City of Houston Sports and Recreation The City of Houston Parks and Recreation Department offers free recreational sports opportunities for children ages 4 to 18. To see the full list of activities and schedules, click here. For Youth Tennis Classes click here. Houston Public Library CAMP STREAM Camp STREAM is a free week-long summer program that allows students the opportunity to participate in activities relating to each aspect of STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts and Math) each day of the week. K-12. To see schedule and registration, click here. In addition to CAMP STREAM, the Houston Public Library hosts a variety of daily events where kids ages 3-18 can enjoy crafts, technology classes, and book clubs. You may check out their events calendar here. Children's Museum Houston The Children’s Museum host’s a free Family Night every Thursday from 5-8PM. You may reserve your tickets in advance here. The Health Museum Discovery Camp The Houston Health Museum will host a variety of summer camps that provide hands-on experiments, health-themed interactive activities and behind-the-scenes exploration of the museum’s exhibits. Scholarship for student’s demonstrating financial needs are available. For a full calendar list, and registration, click here. University of Houston High School Student Summer Camps The University of Houston, in partnership with Wonderworks, will host Pre-College Summer Programs in the arts and humanities for Houston area high school students. Full-tuition waivers are available for (but limited to) academically well-qualified Houston-area and Texas students who demonstrate financial need. For a full list of programs plus registration for a college essay/counseling workshop, click here. University of Houston, Design YOU! Code Camp The University of Houston will host a Code camp for students entering grades 6-8 in fall 2025 at no cost and are designed to provide computer coding/programming hands-on experience that provide challenging and innovative concepts in learning, problem-solving, and analytical skills. You can register here. Planet Fitness High School Student Summer Pass Planet Fitness invites high school students ages 14-19 to work out for free at various gym locations around Houston. Students can sign up for this program starting now through August 31st. Registration details can be found here. Food Assistance Houston Parks and Recreation Department Youth Meal Program This summer, Houston Parks and Recreation Department Summer Food Service Program will provide free nutritious meals to school aged children 18 years and under at qualifying locations in Houston and greater Houston area. The summer food program will operate from Monday through Friday. To get a free meal, simply stop by one of the participating locations during meal service time and enjoy breakfast and/or lunch. For more information you may check out the Houston Park’s and Recreation Department’s website here. No registration required! Aldine ISD Summer Feeding Program Aldine ISD will provide children 18 and younger and enrolled student with disabilities up to 21 years old with healthy, no cost summer meals. The Seamless Summer Option (SSO) is a U.S. Department of Agriculture nutrition program administered in the Lone Star State by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). To find a participating location near you, click here. No registration required! Kids Eat Free! Various local restaurants in the Houston area are providing free kids meals with the purchase of an adult entrée. See here for a full list: Buff Burger, every Monday Del Pueblo Mexican Restaurant, every Monday and Tuesday after 4PM Fiesta en Guadalajara, every Monday JAX Grill Houston, every Tuesday Local Table, every Monday Dish Society, every Tuesday Field and Tides, every Tuesday Barnaby’s Café, every Wednesday after 4PM Image

Kids Eat Free with Purchase of an Adult Meal - Restaurant List

Kids Eat Free! Various local restaurants in the Houston area are providing free kids meals with the purchase of an adult entrée. Buff Burger, every Monday Del Pueblo Mexican Restaurant, every Monday and Tuesday after 4PM Fiesta en Guadalajara, every Monday JAX Grill Houston, every Tuesday Local Table, every Monday Dish Society, every Tuesday Field and Tides, every Tuesday Barnaby’s Café, every Wednesday after 4PM

Kids 4-14 Tennis City of Houston Recreation Year Round

City of Houston Sports and Recreation https://www.houstontx.gov/parks/youthtennis.html

Broadway at the Hobby Center - 8 Shows $359!

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Last Minute Summer Internships in Houston

I'm an early adopter of AI and since efamily readers love scholarships and internships I asked Chat GPA this question and here's the answer: Here are several last‑minute summer internship opportunities in Houston: 📋 Journalism Houston Chronicle Summer 2025 Internship: A 10-week paid program beginning in June. Journalistic roles available in reporting, data, audience engagement, and visual production uh.edu +14 indeed.com +14 hirehoustonyouth.org +14 houstonchronicle.com . 💼 City Government City of Houston – Summer Jobs Program: Paid 8-week internships across city departments, including a City Council intern position. Applications open early February and start in mid‑June governmentjobs.com . 🎭 Arts Administration Performing Arts Houston – Salazar Arts Internship: Paid summer internships ($17/hr, ~20 hrs/week) in arts administration, development, marketing, finance, etc. Deadline is “until filled” after February 28; program runs June 3–July 24 performingartshouston.org . 🔬 Research & STEM UH Computational Biomedicine Lab: Open to undergraduates and advanced high school students for AI/ML research from June to September. Email to apply reddit.com +2 uh.edu +2 uh.edu +2 . Pathways to Science / REUs & NASA Internships: Paid summer science & STEM opportunities (e.g., NSF REU, NASA), though many deadlines (e.g., Feb 28 for NASA) likely have passed . 🔋 Energy Industry Constellation – Commercial Intern (Hybrid/Remote in Houston): June–Aug 2025, for Business/Engineering/Data majors. Paid and Fortune 200-level hirehoustonyouth.org +8 constellation.dejobs.org +8 reddit.com +8 . 💥 Quick Apply via Job Platforms Indeed & WayUp listings for Houston internships: Finance internships (e.g., Baker Hughes) Marketing & Business roles (e.g., American Heart Association, Perry Homes, Houston Astros program) github.com +15 indeed.com +15 wayup.com +15 indeed.com . 🧠 Tips for Snagging a Last-Minute Internship Keep applying daily — smaller firms and nonprofits often post late (March–June) reddit.com +6 reddit.com +6 reddit.com +6 . Cold‑email recruiters and alumni — show initiative, and use LinkedIn strategically teenvogue.com . Expand your radar — check industry boards, local job boards (e.g., city HR, university career pages). Alternative options — consider short-term temp jobs, freelance gigs, or volunteering to build your resume . ✅ Next Steps Identify a fit—academic interest, pay, length, and field. Check deadlines—some programs close once full. Tailor resumes/cover letters, mention why you're applying late. Submit quickly and follow up. Let me know if you'd like help applying to any of these—like drafting a cold email, connecting with recruiters, or exploring other industries in Houston.