Greater Northside Management District
May 27, 2021
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Dear GNMD Friend,
We are so proud of all that is happening in the Greater Northside Management District. Thank you to everyone that has supported community cleanups, beautification efforts, art installations and more. In addition, the Driving Jensen Project is becoming a reality.
Driving Jensen: Moving From Plan to Action is a partnership between the Community Design Resource Center at the University of Houston, the Houston Northeast CDC, GNMD and CRATE Houston. This project brings artists, students, designers, city planners and real estate professionals together with community-based organizations, neighborhood leaders, youth and stakeholders to develop four distinct, but related projects: Animate, Collaborate, Advocate and Celebrate.
Animate (the first project) is to design and develop a series of public art installations that celebrate the rich history and culture of Jensen Drive. All of this is becoming a reality through a grant that we received from the Local Initiatives Support Corporation. Thank you to so many people who are making this project happen, including Greater Northside Management District board member, Pastor David L. Smith!
We are proud of our Greater Northside Management District community and thank you for all your support! Don't forget to #ShopNorthside and #SupportLocal!
Sincerely,
Rebecca Reyna
Executive Director
#NorthsideStrong
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The Greater Northside Management District extends a warm welcome to Pamela Guerra, our new Programs Coordinator and Special Projects.
Pamela's responsibilities include helping to manage contractor oversight on various capital projects and community development initiatives, including the Right-of-Way (ROW) Maintenance and Litter Abatement Program, the Graffiti Abatement Program, the Safety Patrol Program and special projects.
The mother of two children, Pamela is a public notary and bilingual in English and Spanish. She formerly worked for the East End Management District.
We're excited to have Pamela on our Greater Northside team.
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Community Updates and Events |
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Our office will be closed
Monday, May 31, for Memorial Day
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Our office will be closed on Monday, May 31, for Memorial Day.
If you have a non-emergency matter, you may reach Rebecca Reyna at 281-914-0652 and leave a message.
Remember if you see something, say something.
Please share these important numbers:
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For All Emergencies, Call
911
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For Non-Emergencies, Call
713-884-3131
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Greater Northside Business Revitalization Program extends deadline to June 5 |
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If you are a small business, you can help the Greater Northside THRIVE! The Greater Northside Management District and Avenue CDC are launching a program called the 2021 Greater Northside Business Revitalization Program.
To register your business:
NOTE: The deadline to register your business for this opportunity
has been extended to June 5.
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We Are Jensen
vision survey deadline - Saturday, June 5
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Share your vision for Jensen Drive by completing the We Are Jensen survey by Saturday, June 5. The results will help to create vision plans for the future of the Granada Theater, Jensen Square (which was recently heavily damaged by fire) and the former Foodland. Please feel free to share the link to the survey with your friends, families, neighbors, church congregation, schools or others.
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Deadline extended to Saturday, June 5,
for Capital Planning Projects Ranking Survey
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Click here to rank projects for the Planning Projects Ranking Survey.
Click here to participate in the virtual Capital Improvement Program committee meeting using Zoom.
Meeting ID: 821 3387 5631
Passcode: CIP
To participate in the virtual Capital Improvement Program committee meeting by audio only, dial the following number:
+1 346 248 7799
Meeting ID: 821 3387 5631
Passcode: 076323
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Capital Improvement Program Committee
virtual meeting - Monday, June 14 @ 1 p.m.
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Northside Market & Summer Block Party
Friday, June 25, 6 to 9 p.m.
M.D. Anderson YMCA
705 Cavalcade, Houston 77009
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Community Beautification and Cleanups |
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The Greater Northside Management District continues to collaborate with other community organizations and volunteers to help beautify and clean up neighborhoods. Here are some of these efforts. |
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Big Walls Big Dreams Festival |
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Big Walls Big Dreams is a mural-painting festival series curated and produced by UP Art Studio. Previous iterations have occurred in Miami during Art Basel Miami Beach (Miami Art Week) since 2013.
As part of this event, murals are being painted in several Houston locations, including the Alfred Hernandez tunnel and the METRO columns in the Greater Northside Management District.
From May 28 through May 30 you can ride B-Cycles free for 30 minutes using the code BIGWALLS.
Click here for more information, including the project schedule, downloadable maps and future plans!
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Keep Houston Beautiful Cleanup
at Little White Oak Bayou - April 10
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Bike Lane at Cavalcade & Edison
April 22 (Earth Day)
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5th Ward/Northside Cleanup
May 1
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Paycheck Protection Program |
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The SBA's Paycheck Protection Program remains available until May 31, 2021. For more information, click here.
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COVID-19 rental assistance programs |
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Houston and Harris County
The City of Houston and Harris County are working together to provide $159 million in rent and utilities assistance to families who are struggling due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds are being distributed by two agencies with established experience in helping people in need: BakerRipley and Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.
For more information and to apply online, go to HoustonHarrisHelp.org. In addition, a special phone line, 832-402-7568, will take questions and provide applicants with the status of their applications. The phone hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
Texas Rent Relief Program
Funds are still available for the Texas Rent Relief Program. The Texas Rent Relief Program can help renters with costs starting as far back as March 13, 2020 (this means you could potentially request assistance for up to 11 months of past due bills).
Applicants can submit their application by calling 1-833-9TX-RENT (1-833-989-7368) or submitting it online at TexasRentRelief.com.
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COVID-19 vaccine availability |
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Have you had the COVID-19 vaccine? Click here to find local providers.
Vaccine Approved for Children Ages 12+
The Pfizer vaccine has been approved for use by 12- to 15-year-olds in addition to those individuals 15 years and older. At this time, Pfizer is the only vaccine approved for this age group. Both the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson can only be administered to individuals 18+ years of age. Because of this, individuals are encouraged to go to a site that provides the Pfizer vaccine.
Schedule an appointment via (832) 927-8787 or through VacsTrac. Appointments are recommended, but not required.
Stay Smart / Do Your Part
Getting through the COVID-19 emergency requires all of us to do our part to reach herd immunity. For more information, visit www.StaySmartDoYourPart.com for information regarding the vaccine, including FAQs, myths and facts.
Espanol
Regístrese en la lista de espera inteligente del Departamento de Salud del Condado Harris para vacunarse cuando sea elegible. Una vez registrado, podrá programar una cita para vacunarse gratis cuando esté en el grupo autorizado según las pautas del estado de Texas. CovidVax (hctx.net)
¡El Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado Harris ha comenzado a vacunar a residentes de entre 12 y 17 años! Programe una cita llamando al 832-927-8787 o mediante Vacstrac. Se recomienda que realice una cita, pero no es obligatorio.
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FREE+FAST+SAFE COVID-19 testing sites |
Getting tested at Houston Health Department-affiliated sites is free and does not require proof of residency, citizenship or insurance. To find a location near you, click here.
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Current COVID-19 Level: Level 2 (Orange) |
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Minimize ALL Contacts Unless Fully Vaccinated
Level 2 - Significant Threat
Level 2 signifies a significant and uncontrolled level of COVID-19 in Harris County, meaning that there is ongoing transmission of the virus.
At this level, unvaccinated residents should minimize contact with others, avoiding any medium or large gatherings and only visit permissible businesses that follow public health guidance.
Unvaccinated residents should continue to mask and physical distance.
Fully vaccinated individuals may resume activities without wearing a mask or physically distancing, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal or territorial laws, rules, and regulations, including local business and workplace guidance.
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Be Well, Be Connected:
Mental health care for youth ages 9 to 17
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Be Well, Be Connected offers access to mental health care for youth ages 9 to 17. Eligible youth include students from five Houston area school districts and youth who are referred from the community.
School-based screenings, referrals and home- and community-based services are provided. Direct services are offered to youth who are experiencing disruption and interference in their lives from serious emotional disturbances (SED), including first-episode psychosis and bipolar disorder.
The services include family support that is offered in their homes and communities. A student can self-refer or be referred by a teacher, parent or counselor.
Be Well, Be Connected is a collaboration of the City of Houston, Baylor College of Medicine and other medical organizations.
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Click here for information on COVID-19 resources and other preparedness information for Harris County.
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The Houston Food Bank supports food and produce distributions, senior boxes, meal sites and more!
Click here for a map of food distribution locations. Click here for a list of organizations offering food assistance.
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Did you know? SNAP (food stamps) provides $150 a month for food. To find out if you qualify, text SNAP to 74544. |
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Domestic Violence
If you are experiencing violence because you are forced to stay with an abusive partner, call the Houston Area Women’s Center 24-hour hotline for free-and-confidential assistance.
Houston Area Women's Center
Domestic Violence Hotline
713-528-2121
TTY: 713-528-3625
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Free Legal Clinics
for Veterans
Legal clinics offer free advice by phone to low-income, U.S. military veterans every Friday, 2 to 5 p.m.
Veterans may submit applications by phone at 713-228-0735
The clinic is open to all low-income veterans and spouses of deceased veterans in the Houston area.
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Legal Assistance
Click here for information on free legal assistance and resources from the Houston Bar Association.
Online Resources
Stop TX Eviction is an online portal that provides free information and guidance to help tenants understand their legal rights and remedies available to keep them housed.
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How to manage a court date
if you have an underlying health condition
Due to COVID-19, you may be part of the vulnerable population, especially if you are older than 65 years of age; suffer with underlying health conditions, such as high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, obesity, asthma or whose immune system is compromised due chemotherapy for cancer; or have any other condition requiring such therapy.
If you are part of this group, please contact the Houston Municipal Courts at 713-247-8924 and speak to someone regarding a special accommodation and a specialized docket to ensure
your continued safety.
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The Financial Empowerment Centers (FECs) provide one-to-one, professional financial counseling to Houstonians at no cost.
The service is an initiative of the Mayor’s Office of Complete Communities supported by Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund and Regions Bank.
FEC counselors provide guidance to how to manage your money, pay down debt, increase saving, establish and build credit, and access safe-and-affordable mainstream banking products.
All services are free and available to all residents regardless of income. Counseling assistance is available in English and Spanish.
Click here for more information and to make an appointment.
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Houston Harris County
Winter Storm Relief Fund
The Fund will focus on relief and recovery efforts across the City of Houston and Harris County.
Jointly overseen and administered by Greater Houston Community Foundation (GHCF) and United Way of Greater Houston (UWGH).
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Consejos Legales is a service of the Mexican American Bar Association and the Hispanic Bar Association that offers legal consultations by phone to residents of Houston and Harris County on the first Thursday of every month from 6 to 8 p.m. To confirm the date and time of the next Consejos Legales, check the website calendar or call the Houston Bar Association at 713-759-1133.
Consejos Legales es un programa de la Asociación Mexicana de Abogados y la Asociación Hispana de Abogados. El programa ofrece asesoría legal gratuita en español por teléfono para los residentes de Houston y el Condado de Harris el primer jueves de cada mes, entre las 6 y las 8 p.m. Para confirmar la fecha y hora de los siguientes Consejos Legales, consulte el calendario del sitio web o llame a la oficina de Houston Bar Association al 713-759-1133. |
Purpose
To be an additional resource for families who have complex needs and may need assistance or flexible financial assistance beyond what is currently available.
These include but are not limited to:
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Homeowner insurance deductibles
- Damage and first month rent deposits for renters re-locating
- Temporary housing
- Temporary storage
- Utilities assistance
- Replacement of furniture or other essentials
- Other items damaged/lost due to the Winter Storm
Click here for more information about this program.
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Hurricane Season Begins June 1 |
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The 2021 hurricane season kicks off June 1 and is expected to be another busy one for Texas. Last year, the Atlantic hurricane season saw a record-breaking 30 storms, including 12 that made landfall in the continental U.S., according to the National Hurricane Center.
Click here to view the Harris County Hurricane Preparedness Guide in English or Espanol (scroll down to " Hurricane Preparedness and Recovery").
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Join the Castillo Community Center
Walking Team by May 31st
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The CASTILLO COMMUNITY CENTER WALKING TEAM is available for all 55+ seniors in the Northside.
Call 713-274-2222 TODAY to sign up for the “Castillo Move Spring Walking Challenge.”
Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia is working to provide the Castillo Community Center Walking Team through the MoveSpring app! You must have an email to participate.
Limited spots are available per team, so please register by Monday, May 31. Call Mario Salinas at 713-204-5786 with any questions.
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¡EL EQUIPO CAMINANTE DEL CENTRO COMUNITARIO DE CASTILLO ESTÁ AQUÍ! Nos comunicamos con usted porque ha expresado su interés en actividades de acondicionamiento físico para personas mayores de 55 años en Northside.
Llame al 713-274-2222 HOY y dígales que lo inscriban en el “Desafío para caminar de Castillo.”
¡Estamos llamando a todas las personas mayores de 55 años, únanse a nosotros para otro desafío a pie del Precinto 2! El Comisionado del Precinto 2 del Condado de Harris, Adrián García, está trabajando para usted al traerle el Equipo para Caminar del Centro Comunitario Castillo a través de la aplicación MoveSpring. Debes tener un correo electrónico para participar.
Cupos limitados disponibles por equipo, ¡así que regístrese antes del 31 de mayo para obtener su lugar!
Llame a Mario Salinas al 713-204-5786 si tiene alguna pregunta.
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Get active with Avenue!
June 1 - 30, 2021
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Join Avenue in celebrating their 30th Anniversary by registering for the 30 Day Challenge. Register as an individual or as a team with your friends and colleagues to get active every day in June. Any exercise counts – running, biking, swimming, walking, group classes or whatever you can think of to get moving.
Whether you’re an exercise enthusiast or a casual walker, every mile and minute counts and all participants who log activity for all 30 days of June will receive a t-shirt commemorating the challenge and Avenue's 30th Anniversary!
Registration Fee:
- Individual: $30 per person
- Team: $30 per person or $25 per person for teams larger than 5
Click here for more information on how to register.
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Run to Attack Poverty with Friends of Northside
Saturday, June 19
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Friends of Northside are kicking off the celebration of their 10th Anniversary with the annual 5K Run to Attack Poverty on Saturday, June 19th. You are invited to join the Northside team. Runners can participate in the 10K or 5K and children can join the Kids K.
Click here for more information and to sign up for the Friends of Northside Team.
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Educational Opportunities |
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Register now for the Honors College
at Houston Community College
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Students in northeast Houston now have an opportunity to apply to the Houston Community College Honors College program at the Northline Campus, 8001 Fulton Street, Houston 77022.
The Houston Community College Honors College enables talented students to study with inspiring faculty members as part of an exciting learning community.
Courses are interdisciplinary and built around themes that will challenge you intellectually. And since your classes will be small and highly interactive, you will get to know your fellow students and professors in a more in-depth learning environment.
In addition to honors classes, you will meet with other Honors College students in a weekly seminar to develop and enhance your leadership skills.
Houston Community College will help you to earn your academic degree in two years, enabling you to transfer to a four-year university, and help you reach your full academic potential in a structured learning environment.
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Pre-Kinder and Kinder enrollment is open
for the RYSS* Academy at Leonel Castillo
*Raul Yzaguirre Schools for Success
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San Jacinto College Health Career Pathways
Partnership Grant extended through September
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BakerRipley offers Kauffman FasTrac class
for aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs
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Kauffman FastTrac applications are now open!
Kauffman FastTrac is a 10-week online class for aspiring and early stage entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs will develop and refine a business concept, taking it through each step of the business planning process while getting access to business experts. The class fee has been waived to help those affected by COVID-19.
Click here to apply (select Kauffman FastTrac from the category list and follow instructions). If you have any questions, contact BakerRipley at 346.570.4444 or [email protected].
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Employment and Business Resources |
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Precinct 2 is seeking summer camp teachers |
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Applicants must reside within the Houston city limits and commit to work from June 14 to August 5.
Employers with job opportunities, internships or apprenticeships are invited to post positions on the Hire Houston Youth job board.
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Raul Yzaguirre Schools for Success
is hiring teachers for the
RYSS Academy at Leonel Castillo
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Employment assistance at SER |
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SER is a nonprofit community organization that educates and equips people in the Texas Gulf Coast Region who come from low-income backgrounds or who have significant barriers to employment. We believe the power and purpose of work can transform lives and communities.
SER is the Spanish verb, “to be,” so that is exactly what we impart on the people we serve – that they can be whatever they want “to be.”
SER’s holistic, integrated service model helps each member address their individual needs, including:
- Career Coaching
- Occupational Training
- Employment Assistance
- Financial Empowerment
Click here for more information about opportunities at SER.
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Capital One assists small business owners
and nonprofits through the SOAR Fund
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Capital One is a supporter of the Southern Opportunity and Resilience (SOAR) Fund, which will enable recovery and economic stability to historically under-served businesses and communities.
Small business owners and nonprofits, with fewer than 50 employees, across the South can apply for low-interest loans of up to $100,000 and free business support through the Southern Opportunity and Resilience (SOAR) Fund—a new program created by a diverse group of community lenders aimed at helping small businesses and nonprofits navigate and rebuild from the Covid-19 health and economic crisis.
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Greater Northside Management District
Business Highlights
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Houston Rockets and BBVA
recognize Latin Specialties
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Kudos to Latin Specialties! They were recently recognized by the Houston Rockets and BBVA as one of the best, diverse small businesses in Houston along with three other businesses.
Latin Specialties specializes in providing custom produce solutions for all businesses. This includes produce distribution, fruit ripening and cold storage.
Latin Specialties is located in the Greater Northside at 4132 Airline Drive, Houston 77022. Click here for more information.
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Open daily: 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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2121 North Main St, Houston 77009
(713) 226-7077
Open daily: 5 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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3620 N Main St, Houston 77009
Organic farm to market
and imported Thailand produce
Open daily: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. (restaurant),
11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (market)
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Would you like to have your business,
restaurant or event featured in our newsletter?
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Send us an update, and we'll gladly feature it in our newsletter!
If you have a picture, that helps to draw the eye to the artice. Please give us at least two-weeks notice!
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The Greater Northside Management District's Butterfly Pocket Park on Fulton won the award for On-the-Ground Projects Under $500K in the 2020 Houston-Galveston Area Council Parks and Natural Areas Award Program. Each year, H-GAC honors projects that serve as models for planning and implementation for parks and natural areas in the region. |
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