The coronavirus is totally cramping our style. In all seriousness, as horrible as this unpredictable disease and outbreak has been, one of its victims is local artist and cultural organizations. Several institutions have tapped into tech tools to bring culture to you in your living room! Here are some options for you below. Important: Please … Continue reading
I remember walking through the Gardens of Versailles thinking, “this is so gorgeous — I wish Houston had something like this.” And turns out, we do… sorta. Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens is right off Memorial Drive at Westcott. It’s part of Museum of Fine Arts, Houston’s collection now but once was the grandiose home … Continue reading
For about six months, I’ve been a big sister to an 11-year-old girl named La’Star. We’ve pet goats, watched movies, ice skated, drank slushies, painted pictures — the list goes on and on — and it all was made possible by Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star. Being a big sister in in Houston is … Continue reading
Now through August 19, the Museum of Fine Arts Houston has a special exhibition, Peacock in the Desert: The Royal Arts of Jodhpur, India, in its Caroline Wiess Law Building. We got to check out the exhibit at the museum’s Mixed Media event last weekend — psstt… click here to see other amazing upcoming events this … Continue reading
The Museum of Fine Arts Houston’s “Cloud Column” by Anish Kapoor is officially open for business. The structure, which I affectionately call the “Wannabean” is pretty freaking cool and made a v dramatic entrance to Houston a couple months back. ICYMI, there was a lot of back and forth between Houston and Chicago about this. … Continue reading
Wow, ok. January was a year in and of itself, right? Well, we made it to February. Valentine’s Day is just a minute away — or Galentine’s Day if you’re so inclined. Whether you want dates or friendship, these events are perfect for you and your crew. 1. Namaste and rosé When: Thursday, Feb. 8, … Continue reading
July, no doubt, is not anyone in Houston’s favorite month. I mean, it’s just SO HOT. Everyone is traveling or staying inside where it’s cool. Speaking of traveling, we’ll be keeping cool on a boat on Lake Travis this weekend, as well as some other fun destinations this month. I’ll be going to New Mexico, … Continue reading