April 27, 2023
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If you're new here, well howdy! Welcome to my blog about Houston arts and culture, plus whatever else I wish to share from my brain. I've been publishing this since 2004 (yes, 'tis true) and I am very proud of being Houston's "cultural champion"! If you'd like to get to know me, please click here.
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This week's curated KID PICKS and ADULT PICKS are below -- they are my PICKS of the best and most unique arts events coming up this weekend (and sometimes beyond!). I focus on the greater Houston area, I hope you'll join me in loving local. If you’ve watched my video about this blog, you know that it’s my goal to cover a variety of arts (dance, film, literary, music, theatre, visual art) and local culture as much as possible. This is the most diverse city in the country -- over 166 languages are spoken on a daily basis! -- so I always PICK with our multi-cultural tapestry in mind.
➡️ As you read, please note that all the words in blue are linked to websites. Click on all of them (and all of the images!) --
you never know what you'll find. ⬅️
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LET'S CONNECT! If you are wondering wassup with me, my offerings are at the end of this blog. Scroll on down to see info about my events, workshops, labyrinth walks, and more, including my IGNITE YOUR LIFE! project -- AND! -- a book I'm writing about it, filled with wisdom from my 12 Ways to Ignite Your Life Daily, a road trip warriors guide, many stories, and over 100 beautiful photos.
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SOME QUICK THOUGHTS. Alrighty, time to share with you just a smidgen of what comes across my email, in chronological order. Be sure to keep scrolling further below to check out my VIDEO PICK, my KID PICKS, my ADULT PICKS, and my own offerings (labyrinth walks and more!).
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KPFT-FM is a local Pacifica radio station (one of only five in the country!) and their focus is local / local / local. My VIDEO PICK this week features Houston-based musician Marina Rocks and her studio visit to Wide Open Spaces with Roark (on air Mondays through Fridays, 3-6pm). Be sure to check out the full schedule of shows that air at 90.1FM or online. I love listening to Open Journal on Monday nights, Living Art on Wednesday nights, and Houston Hour on Friday nights (& more!). Click on the arrow to watch the video.
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The popular monthly The Sunflower Market is happening again this Sunday, April 30 from 11am until 4pm at AvantGarden at 411 Westheimer Road in Montrose. The event happens on the last Sunday of each month and was co-founded by HTX4Ukraine, a local public charity on a mission to protect and save lives in Ukraine.
Here's what you can enjoy this Sunday:
*Relaxing on the back patio while sipping on a refreshing drink and enjoying some awesome Ukrainian (and other kinds of) tunes
*trying out Ukrainian food staples, delicatessens, and baked goods by a variety of local vendors
*shopping for arts, crafts, and souvenirs galore - Mothers Day gifts, birthday presents, from-me-to-me goodies, and more!
Click on the images for more info.
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It's hard to find good family movies so I highly recommend you grab the gang and take them to see Perlimps this Sunday, April 30 at 1pm at the Lynn Wyatt Theater (located in the Nancy and Rich Kinder building at 5500 Main Street). Parking is easy peasy -- you have
Perlimps is an animated film that is a dreamlike fantasy adventure that follows Claé and Bruô, two secret agents from enemy kingdoms sent to a world controlled by giants that is in the midst of a terrible war. They must work together to find the Perlimps, mysterious creatures who can ultimately find a way to peace. The easy-to-follow story is in Portuguese with English subtitles and is recommended for children 8 years old and up and animation fans of all ages.
Tickets are $10/each (free for students with I.D.) and can be purchased at the door or in advance here.
Perlimps is part of Latin Wave: New Films from Latin America, happening April 27-30 at The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. Latin Wave is organized by the MFAH in association with the creative partner Fundación PROA, Buenos Aires and sponsored by Tenaris.
Click on the images for more info.
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This Saturday, April 29, from
4-8pm, join Asia Society Texas at the Festival of Eid, their celebration of Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan and is a time of joy and peace. This free event will feature activities for all ages as well as food, performances, artist demonstrations, and more. Click on the image for more info and please RSVP here.
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If your child is space-y, have them check out the digital Nasa Kids' Club -- or take them to visit Space Center Houston, a science museum that serves as the official visitor center of Johnson Space Center. They offer special events and hands-on activities for all ages and interests. Pictured is Judy Resnik's Flight Suit -- she was part of NASA’s first astronaut class to feature women. Click on the image for more info.
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Houston's premiere multicultural choir, International Voices Houston, is presenting At the Movies: Hollywood to Bollywood in two shows only -- 3pm and 7pm -- this Saturday, April 29 at MATCH. The show will take you on a cinematic adventure, celebrating silver screen melodies from films like "The Wizard of Oz"; "O Brother, Where Art Thou?"; and "Bombay." There will also be a special guest appearance by Infused Performing Arts, local Bollywood performers. Click on the image for more info.
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I went to see A.D. Players' The Play That Goes Wrong with my family -- and although we are a diverse bunch (ages and interests!) EVERYONE LAUGHED. I had heard about this international hit and was thrilled that it was coming to the beautiful George Theater; it's onstage through May 21. The show is about hilarious accident-prone thespians who battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call with crazy consequences! Click on the image for more info.
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Mercury Chamber Orchestra is presenting Klezmer Night! from April 27-30 as part of their Neighborhood series. These short, casual concerts are held in unique spaces across Houston: this installment will travel to Midtown MATCH; Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church; The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston; and The Woodlands Dosey Doe. You can also enjoy performances via their Mercury at Home digital platform. Click on the image for more info.
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It's been a month of Frida fun and now the big crescendo -- Frida Festival -- is taking place this Saturday, April 29 from 11am-7pm. The event will take at MECA in the historic Dow School building and will feature local musicians and performers along with an eclectic arts market. And, of course, they'll have their famous Frida look-alike contest! Click on the image for more info.
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HIRE ME! If you want to learn ways of getting centered -- or igniting your life -- or getting your creative juices flowing...I can help. Check out my list below and let's get started!
If you want to ignite your wardrobe, be sure to check out my new IGNITE YOUR LIFE! t-shirts and sweatshirts shop. Click on the image above and let the fun colors start your ignition mission.
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FIRST TUESDAYS Labyrinth Walks: I'm hosting labyrinth walks again! Join me on first Tuesdays at 7pm at the University of St. Thomas Chapel of St. Basil's labyrinth for a lighted path and healing music to close out our meditation time. I'll have hand-held labyrinths and plenty of educational materials. The event is free but donations are gratefully accepted. The next walk is Tuesday, May 2 from 7-8pm.
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Virtual IGNITE! Sessions: see more about those here and call 713.492.1173 to book one. We'll explore what makes your heart sing and you'll leave with a personal mantra I'll write to guide you in igniting your life. Those are $100/one hour and $50/thirty minutes. I'm also doing sessions in person at Body Mind & Soul most Mondays from noon-6pm; book online or call the store at 713.993.0550 for an appointment.
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Virtual or in person meditation & mindfulness lessons for individuals or groups. You can see some of my teachings in my seventeen Meditation Chats and in my interview with Debra Duncan on Great Day Houston about how to meditate with household objects. The fee varies based on what we are doing, and all ages are welcome.
To book me for anything, please call me at 713.492.1173
or email me. I'd love to help you find PEACE anytime.
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Here's to a great weekend...and to many adventures exploring Houston's arts & culture!
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P.S. If you want to IGNITE YOUR LIFE now or anytime, check out my list of 12 Ways to Ignite Your Life Daily -- and watch the 12 videos I made about each Way here. I'm very proud of that list and my work and I hope it will help you live a fully creative life. Meditation, taking care of yourself, enjoying life, and laughing -- plus more! -- are tools that will help you every single day.
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P.P.S. I have 2 lists for GISH PICKS -- one for adults and one for families. Each list is sent the same blog weekly -- both also get separate targeted emails. You can be on both lists or just one if you wish -- it's super easy! Just scroll down and click on "Update Profile" (see pic above).
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