Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Black Health Matters Winter Health Summit & Expo on Saturday, February 11th in Atlanta and Virtual - Join efamily member Linette Roach!
Monday, January 23, 2023
Sunday, January 22, 2023
Sign up for Astros Youth Academy Youth Baseball (Girls and Boys) South Central RBI - Saturdays - January 21, 28 and February 4, 2023Opening Day March 11th at Sunnyside Park -Baseball, Softball, T-Ball -
Tree Planting seeking Volunteers - Black United Fund Cleo Glenn Johnson-McLaughlin
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Volunteer Tree Planting: Saturday, February 4th, 2023
Date: Saturday, February 4th, 2023
Time: 9am-12pm
Location: Key Middle School, 4000 Kelley, Houston, Tx 77026
This form signs you up to volunteer at our 2nd Black United Fund of Tx tree planting event as part of The Houston Agri-Power (HAP) program developed by BUFTX as a comprehensive and collaborative problem-solving approach to addressing environmental and health disparities in Texas.
If you were sent here by any of our partners YOU ARE IN THE RIGHT PLACE TO SIGN UP)!
Please look out for a confirmation email the week of the planting with more details on what to wear, bring, and a mapped location of the planting area.
Volunteer Activities
Volunteer activities will include planting 5 gallon and larger sized fruit trees and native Super Tree seedlings. This includes digging holes up to 2 feet deep, adding a Mycorrhizal fungi amendment to the soil, and topping the newly planted tree with mulch. Volunteers can expect to plant about 5 trees per person.
Volunteers should arrive at 8:30 am for check in. There will be a tree planting demonstration at 9 am and the planting will continue until noon.
Houston Wilderness will provide a limited number of shovels and gloves to use, we ask that volunteers bring their own shovels and gloves, if they have them. Following our ongoing COVID protocols, we recommend volunteers bring their own water and sunscreen. Closed toed shoes are required. A full explanation of COVID protocols and other information on the HSC TREES program can be found here.
NASA Engineering Positions Open Jan 24-26th on USAJOBS - on-site/telework positions. Create your RESUME now!
Agencywide Direct Hire Authority (DHA) announcements for the below engineering positions, open Jan. 24-26:
* Aerospace Engineer, AST, Aerospace Flight Systems, GS-0861-14 (FPL 14)
* Aerospace Engineer, AST, Aerospace Flight Systems, GS-0861-15 (FPL 15)
* Supervisory AST, Aerospace Flight Systems, GS-0861-15 (FPL 15)
* AST, Technical Management, GS-0801-14 (FPL 14)
* AST, Technical Management, GS-0801-15 (FPL 15)
* Supervisory AST, Technical Management, GS-0801-15 (FPL 15)
These will all be permanent appointments. You will see two announcements: one for on-site/telework positions and another for remote positions.
Direct Hire Authority
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Open January 24 – 26
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The upcoming Direct Hire Authority (DHA) agencywide announcements are for the following permanent positions:
Aerospace Engineer, AST, Aerospace Flight Systems, GS-0861-14 (Full Performance Level 14)
Aerospace Engineer, AST, Aerospace Flight Systems, GS-0861-15 (FPL15)
Supervisory AST, Aerospace Flight Systems, GS-0861-15 (FPL 15)
AST, Technical Management, GS-0801-14 (FPL 14)
AST, Technical Management, GS-0801-15 (FPL 15)
Supervisory AST, Technical Management, GS-0801-15 (FPL 15)
There will be two announcements for each position above. One announcement for onsite and telework positions and the other announcement will be to target remote positions. The announcements will include all the NASA center locations and each position will also have a separate posting for remote opportunities. The lists may be used to fill existing and new vacancies across NASA up to 6 months after the announcements close.
Friday, January 20, 2023
*Complimentary* Tickets for Students & Youth Groups to attend Travis Scott's 2023 "Cactus Jack Foundation HBCU Celebrity Softball Classic" - Thursday, February 16th (7:30pm) at Minute Maid Park
Ages 18-under - Buick Dribble Event - Free Event tickets, t-shirt and more!
Fun Run-Houston Area Urban League Young Professionals
Email to register... houstonareaurbanleagueyp@wildapricot.org
Join Week: Family Walk/Run & Book Donation
When: February 11, 2023 8:30 AM, CST
Where: Hermann Park
Will you be attending?
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Join HAULYP as we take over Hermann Park for our family walk/run! There will be two fitness groups: the walkers and runners.
We are asking that you bring a children’s/ teen book for our community outreach book drive. For questions please contact Community Outreach at communityoutreach@haulyp.org
Best regards,
HAULYP
Exhibits Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) - MLK & Black History Month
Mayor Turner Accepts World Series Wager
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Mayor Turner Accepts World Series Wager from Philadelphia Mayor
HOUSTON - Wearing a World Series pin and more than two months after the Houston Astros clinched a second World Series championship by defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 in Game 6, Mayor Sylvester Turner accepted the winning wager from Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney.
The two mayors met up at the United States Conference of Mayors 91st Winter Meeting in Washington, D.C.
At the start of the series, Mayor Kenney promised to send Mayor Turner a gift from Triple Bottom Brewing in Philadelphia if the Houston Astros won. The company aligns with Mayor Turner's priorities; it is a woman-owned company powered by renewable energy and believes in hiring employees who need second-chance employment.
Mayor Kenney provided two-four packs of beer and also made a $500 donation to Houston's Kids Meals.
"The City of Houston and baseball fans will never get tired of celebrating the Houston Astros and the 2022 World Series Championship," said Mayor Turner. "I am grateful to Mayor Kenney for following through on our friendly wager and especially for donating to a Houston-based organization with a mission to end childhood hunger."
City of Houston Increases Access to Youth Mental Health Trainings - thank you Mayor Turner!
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City of Houston Increases Access to Youth Mental Health Trainings
HOUSTON - The Mayor’s Office of Education’s Be Well, Be Connected program has trained 350 mental health counselors across 174 schools to assist students in response to the increase of mental health challenges among young people in the United States. The trained counselors have the impact of reaching more than 110,000 students in the Greater Houston area.
The trainings align with the City’s bid to become the first Child Friendly City candidate in the United States as designated by UNICEF. The process to receive this designation was led by the Mayor’s Office of Education for over two years, and included developing an Action Plan that incorporates mental health among young people as a priority issue.
“Training adults on issues affecting youth’s mental health, how to support youth navigating these challenges, and resources available can help improve access to care and support young people’s emotional well-being,” said Mayor Sylvester Turner. “I truly believe when we elevate our children, the entire city will be better for it.”
In October 2021, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and the Children’s Hospital Association declared a national state of emergency in children’s mental health, noting “rates of childhood mental health concerns and suicide rose steadily between 2010 and 2020 and by 2018 suicide was the second leading cause of death for youth ages 10-24.” Rates are even higher for minority youth and those in the LGBTQ+ community. Locally, the Houston Independent School District in collaboration with the Kinder Institute’s Houston Education Research Consortium, administered a needs assessment, which asked students, parents, and campus staff to identify key non-academic challenges in 2021-22. Among the findings, 37% of staff respondents said supporting students’ mental health should be the district’s number one priority. More than half of all students in the study reported experiencing some sort of mental health challenge since the start of the school year.
The trainings have been well received by participants which include parents, educators, school administrators, after school program staff (i.e., YMCA), city department staff including the Houston Parks and Recreation Department and Houston Public Library, immigration advocates, and faith based/church staff and pastors. One participant shared, “It's encouraging to see therapy moving from ‘what's wrong with you’ to ‘what happened/is happening to you.’ I'm hopeful that we are recognizing and validating some of the most effective approaches to healing.”
The Mayor’s Office of Education also continues to empower youth to share their voice and have open conversations about mental health. Through the UNICEF USA partnership, two CFCI youth leaders from Houston had the opportunity to participate in UNICEF’s World Children's Day Mental Health Webinar and the Inseparable Mental Health Building Hope Strategy Summit in Washington D.C last month. “I’m very excited to listen to brilliant youth and [… ] to share my battles in mental health with others” said Zen Bollos, a freshman at Texas A&M in the webinar. Nicole Kwan, a youth mental health advocate and student at Houston Community College, who attended the summit, mentions “By having open conversations on mental health, I learn how to build and maintain a healthy relationship with myself.”
For more information about the mental health trainings and how to get involved, please contact Mayor’s Office of Education Program Manager Laura Cuellar at laura.cuellar@houstontx.gov.
For more information about the Be Well Be Connected program and how to get involved, please contact Mayor’s Office of Education Director Olivera Jankovska at moedu@houstontx.gov.
About the Mayor’s Office of Education
Public education is a human right, the great social equalizer, and a key to a prosperous community. Mayor Sylvester Turner believes that each generation of children should be assured a better life and education. Through collaboration, communication, and coordination, the Mayor’s Office of Education strives to ensure this goal for all families in Houston by promoting access to equitable education and opportunities.
About Be Well, Be Connected
Be Well, Be Connected, a SAMHSA-funded grant program, awarded to the City of Houston and managed by the Mayor;s Office of Education, in partnership with Baylor College of Medicine, offers access to mental health care to Houston-area youth ages 9-17 who have serious and persistent mental illness.
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Thursday, January 19, 2023
the Lead Program - Life changing experiences for High School Students
Both my children did this program - it was indeed life changing! Now is the time to apply
https://www.leadprogram.org/
NASA Contractor Jobs and Internships -Indeed.Com - good source!
I have a job search for NASA Jobs on Indeed since I get so many requests. A lot of the hands-on engineering work is done by our contractors. A simple google search on NASA Contractors will get you a list. If you are looking for JSC (Houston) or any of our 10 centers across the country do that google search -they also offer internships and good pay and benefits. All kinds of jobs not just engineering - also accounting, public relations, HR. Also commercial space partners like Boeing, SpaceX, Blue Origin etc. google for jobs if you are interested in outer space/space business. There are also jobs in space medicine and space law. this job came up this morning.. space is really interesting!
These are the NASA JSC Johnson Space Center Contractors Houston (some are across the country)
https://www.nasa.gov/centers/johnson/about/people/contractorlist.html from the JSC website below...
Got this one from Indeed.com - set up your own account to get these leads directly for your interest!
NASA Spacecraft Simulation Software Engineer
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What You’ll Get to Do:
CACI is looking for a NASA Spacecraft Simulation Software Engineer to work with NASA's human-rated spacecraft simulations in support of our Nation’s space exploration initiative at NASA / Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. Candidates should have great interest in spacecraft simulation, enjoy working with software, and most of all, possess a great passion to contribute to our Nation’s exploration of space.
This work involves the development, testing, maintenance, and support of Visiting Vehicles Simulation and Training capabilities that meet Flight Operations Directorate (FOD) training requirements. Each spacecraft simulation is a Trick-based dynamic simulation of the Mobile Service System (MSS) containing Space Station Remote Manipulator System (SSRMS), Guidance, Navigation, and Control) GNC) for the International Space Station (ISS) and a specific visiting vehicle, and integrated orbital dynamics. The visiting vehicles supported are the new HII Transfer Vehicle (HTC)-X from Japan, the Cygnus vehicle from Northrop Grumman Corp. (NG), and the Dream Chaser (DC) vehicle from Sierra Nevada Corp. (SNC).
Individual will utilize the Common Visiting Vehicle (VV) Simulation (“VV Common Sim) that was adapted from the VV Dynamic Skills Trainers (DSTs) and Distributed Simulation (DIS) trainers. A DST is a standalone simulation that is used for flight controller (ground crew) training, flight crew training, and engineering analysis. The DIS trainers use the Trick simulation environment to provide a distributed ISS/VV simulation. Specifically, this task provides simulation development, enhancements, testing, maintenance, and support of the VV Common Sim, which provides the capabilities previously supplied by the individual DST and DIS VV simulation trainers. Support will include integration with Dynamic Onboard Ubiquitous Graphics (DOUG) or Enhanced DOUG Graphics for Engineering (EDGE). The ideal candidate has strong software skills and across multiple languages.
This work takes place in a highly stimulating environment and is critical in the human space exploration initiative. The position requires a self-motivated, capable person with strong verbal and written communication skills. In addition to outstanding technical expertise, the individual must be very people savvy, have strong customer relationship skills, possess a positive team-player attitude, be flexible and willing to take on new assignments and responsibilities as they arise. Finally, the most qualified candidate will be an articulate speaker able to communicate complex technical ideas in a convincing manner, must share our passion for our Nation's Space Program, and share in the excitement of developing the next human-rated space vehicles.
More About the Role:
Job Responsibilities will include:
Development, integration, and testing of the Trick© based Simulations.
Provide user support and guidance for simulation model development and integration.
Debug, test, and verification work with Trick©, simulation math models, and simulation facilities.
You’ll Bring These Qualifications:
Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident for access to USG facilities.
B.S. in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related disciplines required.
Experience with C++ and Python.
Experience with Unix/Linux OS.
Experience with simulations and real time software applications.
Must be flexible, open to new challenges in a dynamic environment, and possess strong technical expertise combined with strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with little supervision.
Must be highly mature and responsible, and team-oriented with strong communication skills and work ethic.
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
Experience in the NASA-Johnson Space Center environment.
Expert-level knowledge of C++ desired.
Experience with High-Level Architecture (HLA)/Distributed Simulation desired, but not mandatory.
Experience with the NASA / CACI Trick Simulation Environment is highly desirable, but not mandatory.
What We Can Offer You:
We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.
For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.
Company Overview: At CACI, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact by providing information solutions and services in support of national security missions and government transformation for Intelligence, Defense, and Federal Civilian customers. CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
As a federal contractor, CACI is subject to any federal vaccine mandates or other customer vaccination requirements. All new hires are required to report their vaccination status.
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Sign up for Fastweb (these internships were sent to my profile - set up your own account to get internships based on your interests. The links are embedded in my email probably for their tracking purposes so they don't cut and paste - try google and if you can't find them via google let me know -its likely if you sign up for fastweb you can search on their platform which would be helpful for their tracking as well and perhaps provide even more for you!
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U.S. DOE Minority Educational Institution Student Partnership Program (MEISPP) Internship-PAID
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National Black MBA Association Open House Tonight!
NAACP Tape of MLK event - Join/support the NAACP - Meeting Jan 19th -- are you a card carrying member? Are your kids in ACT-SO? Afro-Academic, Scientific, Technological Scientific Olympics?
https://naacphouston.org/ Find out what's going on...if we don't support these organizations don't exist!
And get your kids involved in NAACP ACT-SO -- Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological, and Scientific Oylympics!! My kids competed in poetry and music! They have chemistry, computer, etc. all kinds of competitions and the kids who win go to the NATIONAL NAACP Convention!
REMINDER
NAACP MEMBERSHIP MEETING
** TOMORROW - IN PERSON **
THURSDAY, January 19, 2023 at 6:30 P.M.
Meeting Location:
Young Women's College Preparatory Academy
1906 Cleburne Street * Houston, Tx 77004
Click to Download January Membership Agenda & Minutes
Tape of this event Link HERE or in your browser https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?extid=CL-UNK-UNK-UNK-AN_GK0T-GK1C&mibextid=cz6gg9&ref=watch_permalink&v=594294152544947
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Monday, January 16, 2023
Seeking Interns for Black United Fund of Texas, Cleo Glenn Johnson-McLaughlin Founder and CEO - EARN VOLUNTEER COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS and NETWORK with community organizers, politicians, etc.
Cleo is looking for interns in sociology, library science, and videographer to preserve old films to secure our history, mental health and wellness, agriculture, engineering/architecture to oversee the 3 D Printer, criminal justice, and public administration & policy. website for National Black United Fund - https://www.nbuf.org/ Black United Fund of Texas website - https://www.buftx.org/ Celebrating as of Jan. 16th 36 years strong!
MORE DETAILS FROM CLEO:
In each area, the students will do research to support our proposals in each area serving underserved communities and ex-offenders.
They will shadow me (Cleo) in the community, go to meetings, and meet elected officials, we will go to Austin to help review how to write legislation and the process, organize community workshops/ forums on various community interests then submit for legislation, peruse other concepts in other states best practices and outcomes to establish new opportunities to develop inventions, create business opportunities and document all activities in their green paper (not whitepaper)about their experience with BUFTX and Bayland Center.
There with be some administrative work like going through old files and organizing them to help maintain the organization's history. reviewing old proposals we already have that they can update and embellish as well as create new ones so we can submit to foundations for support.
Whom else would the student work with at Black United Fund of Texas?
Jerrilyn Hayes has an MS in Sociology
Marcus Glenn MS in Agriculture
Obidiki Kamau has Ph.D. in Library Science
Trina Walker MS History & Communications
So we have people with the degrees to oversee the student's work and they will work with Cleo - great networking opportunity for students to meet role models in these areas if they have an interest in this kind of community, research, government/policy and history work.
Sunday, January 15, 2023
AKA Inducts Luminaries
Columbia University Summer Session webinar Jan 19th
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Mayor Turner chosen as Grand Marshal for the 45th Annual Original MLKJR Parade
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Mayor Turner Announces Sports Icons will Participate in City's Official MLK Day Parade
HOUSTON - Mayor Sylvester Turner today announced the VIP Sports legends, who will ride on the signature float with him during the 45th annual Original MLK Day Parade on Monday, January 16.
Houston icons on Mayor Turner's float will include:
Andre Johnson, Houston Texans football legend
Lauren Anderson, the first Black Houston Ballet principal dancer
Zina Garrison, Olympian and world tennis champion
Elvin “the Big E” Hayes, Houston Rockets basketball icon
Carl Lewis, nine-time Olympic gold medalist and one of the most decorated athletes of all time
Sheryl Swoopes, WNBA legend
Shaunie O’Neal Henderson, TV personality and husband Pastor Keion Henderson of the Lighthouse Church
For the 4th-year, the City of Houston is partnering with the Black Heritage Society to produce a stellar parade filled with dynamic marching bands, decorated floats and some well-known celebrities and community leaders.
The Original MLK Day Parade is the City's official parade and will feature 156 parade entries, including
Twelve marching bands, including Texas Southern University, University of Houston, and Rice University bands, plus nine more marching bands.
Fourteen floats and hundreds of other participants, including elected officials, area school superintendents, and community and business leaders.
The Black Heritage Society selected Mayor Turner to serve as Grand Marshal in the final annual Original MLK Jr. Day parade of his administration. The co-grand marshals are e Rev. Dr. Derek King, the nephew of the great civil rights leader, and plastic surgeon Dr. Camille Cash. The parade will host a memorial tribute to John W. Bland, the civil rights activist and union leader who died in 2020.
The parade will kick off on Lamar at Smith St. downtown at 10 a.m. Monday. This year's theme is "Climbing the Mountain to a Better Future."
Awards $62,500 -- Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs
Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs Awards $62,500 to Projects Promoting Tourism and Resilience
HOUSTON - The City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) is awarding $62,500 in grants to 7 individuals and nonprofit organizations whose work furthers cultural tourism and resilience in the city.
“The grantees this quarter solidify our city’s image as an Arts City,” says Mayor Sylvester Turner. “We are not just a Space City or Bayou City, but because of the incredible amount of talent and diverse type of arts that can be found and supported by the city, we are also an Arts City."
The latest city initiative grantees are:
● Rivkah French: “Emulsion”
Emulsion is a new immersive Virtual Reality dance film by Rivkah French that explores the beauty and intimacy of relationships. By shooting and presenting this film with VR technology, Emulsion brings the viewer into the experience of moving with the dancers, rather than viewing them from a distance. Emulsion will be presented in conjunction with neighborhood-focused filmmaking workshops at multiple venues across the 5th Ward, culminating in a public showing of the participants' self-made films. This grant was awarded under the Neighborhood Cultural Destinations category.
● C-STEM Teacher and Student Support Services: “The C-STEM Little Library Free WiFi Public Art Project”
The C-STEM Little Library Free WiFi Public Art Project offers free books to increase STEM literacy and awareness of health/wellness, bridges the digital divide by providing access to the Internet of Things (IoT), beautifies the community, increases usage of underutilized pocket spaces in the community, and creates safer neighborhoods. This grant was awarded under the Neighborhood Cultural Destinations category.
City's Initiative - C-STEM Teacher and Student Support Services
● God’s Grace Community Church: “Christmas in the 4 4”
The "Christmas in the 4 4" is a formal event that showcases national artists as they perform Christmas selections. This event is scheduled the third week in December every year on a Friday night at 7 PM. It is held at God's Grace Community Church, 9944 West Montgomery Road. After the concert, a reception is held in the fellowship hall. This grant was awarded under the Neighborhood Cultural Destinations category.
● Hispanic Alliance For Performing And Audiovisual Arts
HAAPA will honor the 80th anniversary of the publication of The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupery through a play. The play will bring to the visual plane the philosophy explored in the book and promote its knowledge to new generations of artists and audiences, as well as bridge the community to the artistic expressions of Latinos. This grant was awarded under the Neighborhood Cultural Destinations category.
● Justin Grant
To celebrate the line as an essential conceptual element in the visual arts, a year of exhibitions and events is planned that includes a program of educational activities for the community and students. The activities will take place in Sabine Street Studios, part of the Sawyer Yards located in the established Arts District Houston. The programs coincide with the formation of a new exhibition space called East Corridor Gallery, or ECG, designated exclusively for the exhibition of local artists and creatives whose work emphasizes the practical and conceptual elements of the line and its many facets. This grant was awarded under the Neighborhood Cultural Destinations category.
City's Initiative - Justin Grant
● Andrew Davis: “SOLEVISION II”
On June 18, 2023 the second installment of SOLEVISION, "SOLEVISION II", will occur at Emancipation Park (venue subject to change). The hybrid on-site & digital performance will highlight and draw from conversations held between Houston-based artists Andrew 'TAME, The Aspiring Me' Davis, Kazembe "DJ Elevated" Gray & Ariel Bounds. The conversations will expand upon the narrative of the initial SOLEVISION, self-perception, and world reflection, along with the proximity of Juneteenth as it relates to the artists; the culmination of the conversations will be expressed through live performance, mixed media and set design.
● Segundo Barrio Children's Chorus
Segundo Barrio Children's Chorus is being established as Houston’s first bi-lingual children’s choir, whose mission is to enrich the lives of children and families through transformative performance opportunities which engage residents, build communities, and share with visitors the unique cultural identity of Second Ward/East End. This pilot-project targets children from immigrant and Spanish-speaking households ages 4-12, offering bi-lingual mentoring and access to the Arts, including music/vocal instruction. By utilizing a unique, culturally-informed curriculum, the choir aims to reduce drop-out rates, strengthen families, and foster pride in community for residents and visitors through appearances at community and city-wide public events.
All of these grants have been awarded under the Neighborhood Cultural Destinations category. For more information on past grantees, click here. To see upcoming events from previous or the latest 2022 grantees, visit the frequently updated Cultural Events Calendar.
The funds are awarded through City’s Initiative, a competitive grant program that is administered by the Houston Arts Alliance (HAA) and funded by a portion of the city’s Hotel Occupancy Tax. The program opens four times a year and offers grants in three categories: neighborhood cultural destinations, conference tourism, and resilience awareness. In addition to these funding categories, MOCA awards a small number of special community initiatives each year.
About the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs
The City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs guides the City’s cultural investments with policies and initiatives that expand access to arts and cultural programs in the community, attract visitors and leverage private investment. Learn more at www.houstontx.gov/culturalaffairs and follow us on Facebook & Instagram @HoustonMOCA.
About Houston Arts Alliance
Houston Arts Alliance (HAA) is a local arts and culture organization whose principal work is to implement the City of Houston’s vision, values, and goals for its arts grantmaking and civic art investments. HAA’s work is conducted through contracts with the City of Houston, overseen by the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs. HAA also executes privately funded special projects to meet the needs of the arts community, such as disaster preparation, research on the state of the arts in Houston, and temporary public art projects that energize neighborhoods. In short, HAA helps artists and nonprofits be bold, productive, and strong. To learn more about HAA, visit www.houstonartsalliance.com and follow us on Facebook & Instagram @HoustonArtsAlliance.
Library - Amnesty for lost items and NO Fines at Houston Public Library Thank you Mayor Turner and City Council! Thank you efamily member Janice Weaver for sharing!
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CitizensNet Newsletter: Houston Public Library is now a 'Fine Free' System for Cardholders
With the support of Mayor Sylvester Turner and approval by Houston City Council, Houston Public Library (HPL) is no longer charging late fines on overdue books and other borrowed items, effective January 11, 2023. By eliminating late fines, HPL joins other public library systems across North America in lowering financial barriers to library access and creating more equitable services for all users.
"A fine free library system evens the playing field and incentivizes Houstonians to become lifelong users of our Houston Public Library," said Mayor Sylvester Turner. "When you analyze the numbers, you see that young people account for more than 27% of users with fines, preventing them from accessing free resources and tools for learning. Simply put, this is the right thing to do."
To give all customers an opportunity to clear their accounts, HPL has designated an amnesty period to occur from January 17 through February 18, 2023. During the amnesty period, library users are invited to visit any HPL location to return overdue items and review their account status for fees. Library staff will assist with clearing charges and restoring accounts. This excludes any fees associated with Interlibrary Loan, as they are imposed by libraries outside the HPL system.
After the amnesty period ends, accounts will only reflect fees to replace lost or damaged items that are not returned 30 days after the due date.
ABOUT THE HOUSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Houston Public Library (HPL) operates 27 Neighborhood Libraries, five Regional Libraries, three History Research Centers, two Express Libraries, the HPL Mobile Express, three TECHLink locations and a satellite location at the Children’s Museum of Houston. Our Downtown Houston flagship facility, Central Library, along with the Barbara Bush Literacy Plaza, anchors this constellation of service points. HPL is committed to excellent customer service and equitable access to information and programs in an increasingly digital age. For further information, visit the Houston Public Library at www.houstonlibrary.org, call 832-393-1313, follow us on Twitter or Facebook @houstonlibrary or on Instagram @houstonpubliclibrary.
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Alief - City’s Newest One-Stop Shop for Array of Services
House Showcases City’s Newest One-Stop Shop for Array of Services
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Alief Neighborhood Center Open House Showcases City’s Newest One-Stop Shop for Array of Services
HOUSTON - The City of Houston celebrated the new Alief Neighborhood Center (11903 Bellaire Blvd. Houston, 77072) with an open house event Saturday. The event featured remarks from Mayor Sylvester Turner, Councilmember Tiffany D. Thomas, District F, and other local leaders on the nearly twenty-year development plan to complete this unique project. Hundreds of community members explored the innovative facilities, were invited to register for classes and events, and signed up for My LINK library cards.
Today's grand opening aligns with Mayor Turner's priority to execute and implement in 2023.
“This one-of-a-kind City destination captures the spirit of Alief and will be transformational for this community,” said Mayor Sylvester Turner. “The Alief Neighborhood Center is a cutting-edge facility for Houston, designed to meet the needs of this incredibly diverse community. This project has been 20 years in the making, and I am proud of the dedication from my team and the advocacy of neighborhood groups and Alief residents.”
Situated on Alief Park, the new facility is larger and houses three COH Departments: Houston Health Department, Houston Parks and Recreation Department (HPARD) and Houston Public Library (HPL). The City’s General Services Department (GSD) managed the 58-million-dollar redevelopment project and will maintain the 70,000 square-foot facility; Page/EYP was the architecture firm that completed the planning and design.
The new park development has an event lawn and game area, a swimming pool, walking paths with distance markers, tennis/pickleball courts, a basketball court, a skatepark, soccer fields, practice field and futsal courts. For the youth, a playground provides opportunities for both physical activity and social interaction. A large climbing net structure and climbing wall will be the first of its kind in HPARD’s system. Passive and natural spaces provide a place for the community to unwind along with a community garden and outdoor art. The project design preserved several the mature live oaks and the southwest corner of the site remained in its natural state. HPARD provides enrichment programs for youth, teens and seniors at the center year-round.
The program featured performance by a local martial arts group and the Soaring Phoenix Lion Dancers.
Inside the facility, Houston Health Department administers a Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) clinic as well as an expansion of its Diabetes Awareness and Wellness Network (DAWN), providing free diabetes self-management education and other medical resources for Houstonians diagnosed or at risk of diabetes. The department's Harris County Area Agency on Aging will offer comprehensive services for adults age 60 and older, including free meal program, health and wellness classes, arts and crafts and senior resources.
Reopening in the Alief Neighborhood Center, Houston Public Library’s David M. Henington Regional Library includes state-of-the-art technology with increased computer services, multiple classrooms available by reservation, a BOOKLINK and 24-hour Book Lockers to conveniently retrieve checked-out items. The new library is larger and upgrades preexisting services such as a Passport Office, Teen’s area, and Children’s section. The new reading areas benefit from magnificent views and more seating. The Alief facility is the third HPL TECHLink location, providing makerspace equipment and software, fully-equipped video and music recording studios including a greenscreen wall, multimedia services and workshops for all ages.
“I am thrilled that Alief now has a one-stop shop for numerous City services! The neighborhood now has an upgraded library with a TECHLink bringing new technology to the area, a health clinic for families, a “stair-a-torium” for gatherings, public art created by local artists, and a beautiful City park with nearly every amenity a City can offer,” said Council Member Tiffany Thomas of District F. “The building has magnificent views from every window—whether in the lounge seating, in the teen reading area, the fitness center, or in the indoor walking track, the views are calming and inspiring.”
Following the ribbon-cutting and remarks delivered by Mayor Turner, Council Member Thomas, and Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher, TX-07, Representative Hubert Vo, TX-149, and Barbara Quattro of Super Neighborhood 25, the community was invited to tour new spaces in the building and engage with city employees during the open house event hosted by various city departments. Families and visitors can apply for MY Link library cards; enjoy winter-themed craft activities for all ages and interactive storytimes.
Health department activities included a healthy cooking demonstration by Alief WIC and an exercise class and a community garden tour offered by the DAWN center. AAA presented an overview of its programs and an opportunity to sign up for senior services.
”When the idea was presented to my administration, I said it was time to stop talking and start doing. So, I worked with my team to move the project forward to get built. And today is the culmination of all the ideas, work and community feedback. We did it!” exclaimed Mayor Turner.
One of the three art pieces commissioned by the Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs specifically for the Alief Neighborhood Center.
About the Houston Health Department
The Houston Health Department provides core public health and human services to fulfill its vision of self-sufficient individuals and families in safe and healthy communities. It is the second big city health department in the nation and the first city in Texas to achieve public health accreditation.
About the Houston Parks and Recreation Department
The Houston Parks Department's vision is to enhance the quality of urban life by providing safe, well-maintained parks, and offering affordable programming for the community.
About the Houston Public Library
The Houston Public Library (HPL) operates 41 public service units including 27 Neighborhood Libraries, 5 Regional Libraries, 3 History Research Centers, 2 Express Libraries, the HPL Mobile Express, 3 TECHLink locations and a satellite location at the Children’s Museum of Houston. Our downtown Houston flagship facility, Central Library, along with the Barbara Bush Literacy Plaza, anchors this constellation of service points. HPL is committed to equitable access to information and programs in an increasingly digital age.
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