Central Christian Academy: Leading Students to Success
Opening its doors in 1973, Central Christian Academy could be an affordable alternative to public school for your family. With small class sizes and staff, the private school is committed to providing quality education to students from Pre-K through 12th grade. Only 60 students make up the student body, with a teacher student-to-teacher ratio of […]
Explore the 2015 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo!
There is still time to experience all that the 2015 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has to offer! This annual event is always full of surprises for people of all ages, including various places to eat, shop, play games, sing along to live music, explore rides and meet all the animals and rodeo performers that truly make […]
Savor Big Flavors at the 2015 Haute Wheel Festival!
It’s that wonderfully delicious time of year again as the 2015 Haute Wheels Houston Food Truck Festival is only days away! Since its start back in 2011, Haute Wheels Houston has gained a reputation for providing a convenient place for plenty of tasty food trucks from talented chefs to gather as foodies like myself, walk […]
Cypress Christian School: Faith and Academic Excellence
For many families, it’s important to send their children to a school that doesn’t just focus on academic excellence, but falls in line with their morals and values. With a mission to honor the Lord Jesus Christ, Cypress Christian School is preparing students for success in education and in life from kindergarten to 12th grade. […]
The Orange Show: An Ode to a Beloved Fruit and Hard Work
East End’s local postman John McKissack delivered mail, lived alone, and had vision in spades and a penchant for folk art. He also really loved oranges, good nutrition and hard work. The Orange Show is McKissack’s former residence, which he converted into a veritable shrine for his beloved fruit. He then took the remainder of his […]
Grand Lux Cafe Gets It Right Every Time!
There is plenty at Grand Lux Cafe that keeps Houstonians coming back, especially us! The Venetian themed restaurant came about when the founder of The Cheesecake Factory restaurants, David Overton went above and beyond to create an upscale place to dine for The Venetian Resort, Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. His excitement lead him […]
Looking for a New Hobby? Try Pottery Lessons!
It’s likely that your introduction to the pottery was in elementary or middle school as you stumbled through creating cute, homemade ashtrays for your parents. The results from wheel and clay, however, can be absolutely stunning when you know what you are doing, you just have to try! Houston offers many different pottery classes in […]
Challenge Early College High School Lives Up to Its Name
Ranked better than 98.8% of high schools in Texas last year, Challenge Early College High School is making big strides in education. Their students are given a great opportunity to take college classes along with their high school classes. While it seems that these students should be feeling overwhelmed, their hard work and success contributes […]
Try Dual-Concept Dining at The Pass and Provisions
The Pass and Provisions is an interesting new twist on the average dining experience in Houston. The unique, dual-concept is named for the two restaurants that actually occupy the same building. Named after the area of a restaurant where staff come together to plate and finish menu items, The Pass is a decidedly upscale eatery that […]
12 Reasons Houston is the Greatest City
You don’t have to tell us that Houston is the best city in America! The sense of community is strong here and we are beaming with pride to know that us Houstonians aren’t just feeling this way, it can be backed by science. Brooke Viggiano of Thrillist put together an incredible list to fully put into […]