Come to Live Oaks Farmers Market and explore our numerous vendors, experience live cooking demos, and shop amongst fresh local produce! Click here for more information!
The African American Male Wellness Agency presents Black Men’s Wellness Day, a free community health event focused on prevention, early detection, and overall wellness for Black men.
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Time: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: 3rd Ward Economic Corridor
3000 Wheeler Ave., Houston, TX
Attendees can access free health screenings, wellness resources, and community support aimed at protecting health and strengthening families.
Theme: Honor the Dream. Protect the Future.
For more information, visit aawellness.org or follow @AAWellnessAgency.
Grow More, Spend Less – Garden Training Series
A hands-on gardening workshop by Harlem River Farms designed for beginners and experienced growers.
January 22 Topic:
Seed Starting for the Spring / How to Can Okra and More
Plus a “Money Moment” on saving (or making) money by growing your own food.
Dates: Every Other Thursday
Jan. 8 & 22 | Feb. 5 & 19 | Mar. 5 & 19
Time: 5:00–7:30 PM
Location: Third Ward MSC, 3611 Ennis
Open to: All Levels
Contact: 713.269.7726 | ron@HarlemRiverFarms.org
Come to Live Oaks Farmers Market and explore our numerous vendors, experience live cooking demos, and shop amongst fresh local produce! Click here for more information!
Come and join us for our next Cultural Art Thread meeting! We’ll review updates, discuss upcoming projects, and continue planning four our shared arts initiatives! Join the meeting by clicking here.
We'll cover:
Upcoming elections
Why your vote matters and how local outcomes affect our community
How to register, request ballots, and make a voting plan
A Q&A session to help answer any of your questions
Elections shape the future of our neighborhoods, now is the time to engage, get informed, and make your voice heard.
Bring a friend, bring a neighbor, let's build power through participation! Click here to join the meeting!
Don’t miss the opportunity to hear directly from the candidates running to represent Congressional District 18. The Runoff Candidates’ Forum will take place on Saturday, January 10th from 11 AM–12:30 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church (2600 Holman St.).
This event offers community members a chance to understand each candidate’s priorities and engage in the democratic process.
Register at bit.ly/18thDistrictForum
Our monthly meeting will be January 6th and will be hosted by the Third Ward Community Cloth Cooperative and Fund Management Corporation. The ZOOM link to join is posted on our website, which you can access by clicking here or click on the flyer to be directed to the ZOOM directly. We hope to see you there!
Join the Greater Houston Area Kwanzaa Planning Committee for the first night of Kwanzaa on December 26, 2025, at the Third Ward Multi-Service Center.
This free, family-friendly event will feature live music, drumming, food, and a community vendor market.
Vendor Market begins at 5 PM, and the Kwanzaa ceremony will take place from 7–10 PM.
Celebrate Umoja (Unity) with your community.
For more information, call 713-521-0629.
📅 Every 3rd Saturday starting October 18 l 9 AM- 1 PM
Next Date: December 20th l 9 AM- 1 PM
2509 Alabama, Houston, Texas 77004
Join the Greater Southeast Management District on Tuesday, December 16 at 4:30 PM at the El Dorado Ballroom (2310 Elgin Street) for the annual State of the District event.
Hear updates on community accomplishments, upcoming projects, and the district’s FY2026 vision.
Interested in getting involved? Contact programs@houstonse.org to learn how you can help shape the future of our community.
Operation Love will take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Blackshear Elementary School.
This annual event supports families in the Third Ward and Blackshear neighborhoods by providing toys, clothing, meals, and essential resources.
Location: 2900 Holman St., Houston, TX 77004.
All families in need are welcome.
We’re excited to share that Operation Love will return this December to serve families across our community. Your support helps us ensure that every family feels cared for during the holiday season.
Donations are now being accepted — scan the QR code on the flyer to contribute.
Thank you for helping us spread love, dignity, and hope.
Cultural Arts Thread Meeting – December 9 at 2 PM
Our next Cultural Arts thread meeting will take place in the Dupree Room at the Eldorado Ballroom, with a virtual option available via Zoom. We’ll be reviewing updates, discussing upcoming projects, and planning next steps for our shared arts initiatives.
Zoom information can be found on the flyer. To access the Zoom just click on the flyer!
Join us for a community discussion on the upcoming election in Houston!
We’ll cover:
What’s on the ballot this December in Houston — including the special runoff for Houston City Council At-Large Position 4 and other key local races.
Why your vote matters and how local outcomes affect our community
How to register, request ballots, and make a voting plan
A Q&A session to help answer any of your questions
Why it matters:
Elections shape the future of our neighborhoods, now is the time to engage, get informed, and make your voice heard.
Bring a friend, bring a neighbor, let’s build power through participation!
This December, Houston Justice invites you to a three-part Community Dinner Series featuring candidates for Harris County Judge. Each dinner offers an opportunity to engage in meaningful conversation, learn about local leadership, and build community.
Location: The Mosaic on Herman Park, 5925 Almeda
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Dates & Guests:
• December 8 – Annise Parker
• December 15 – Dr. Letitia Plummer
• December 29 – Marty Lancton
The event is free with RSVP, with valet and street parking available.
We hope you’ll join us for dinner, connection, and community.
Trinity United Methodist Church is celebrating its 160th Anniversary with a special guided tour of its historical African American stained-glass windows.
Join us on December 6th from 2–4 p.m. at 2600 Holman Street to explore this powerful cultural and spiritual history. Community members are warmly invited to attend and engage with this rich legacy.
You can contact the church office to schedule a tour at the number 713-528-2356.
Operation Love invites the community to its Holiday Gift Drive and Gift Wrap Party on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 4:00–7:00 PM at the Ion District (4201 Main St., Houston, TX 77002).
Guests are encouraged to bring new, unwrapped toys or essential items such as tablets, coats, laptops, bikes, and wrapping supplies. All donations will support families in the surrounding community this holiday season.
Join Bishop Frank A. Rush for an inspiring evening at the Gospel Arts Showcase on Friday, November 28th, from 4 PM–9 PM at the Courtyard Marriott, 6708 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX 77011.
Enjoy live performances, vendors, food, and fashion, and compete for a chance to win up to $500 in cash prizes.
Tickets are $25 per person.
Register on Eventbrite or contact info@theklpgroup.com for more information.
Operation Turkey is offering free Thanksgiving meal deliveries on November 27, 2025, between 10 A.M. and 2 P.M. Individuals and families in need can request a meal by scanning the QR code or visiting www.operationturkey.com.
Please share this resource with community members who may benefit. No one should go without a warm holiday meal.
Operation Turkey, hosted by St. Mary’s Center, is seeking volunteers to help prepare, cook, and deliver Thanksgiving meals to families throughout Houston.
Join us for the Turkey Tailgate and meal distribution on Wednesday & Thursday, November 26–27, from 7 AM–12 PM at St. Mary’s Center, 3006 Rosedale St., Houston, TX 77004.
To volunteer or sign up as a delivery driver, scan the QR code or call 832-827-4421.
The Fifth Ward Fall Festival is seeking vendors and sponsors for this year’s event on Saturday, November 22nd from 12 PM–4 PM at 4212 Lyons Ave, Houston, TX 77020.
Join the fun, share your small business, and take part in the community’s Turkey Giveaway!
Vendor applications can be submitted at JamesJosephForTexas.com
Join local volunteers for a Third Ward Community Trash Pickup along the Columbia Tap Trail on Saturday, November 22nd from 10 AM–2 PM.
Help beautify the neighborhood and enjoy a day of community connection and stewardship.
To register, scan the QR code on the flyer or contact Kelsee Ryan at 713-890-9507
Join us on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 10:00 am for the Mother’s Hope Walk, an event dedicated to supporting parents who have lost their children and promoting peace in our community. The walk begins at the corner of Rosalie & Napoleon and concludes at the greenspace next to El Dorado Ballroom (2310 Elgin).
A Thanksgiving Community Brunch will immediately follow from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm.
For more information, contact Ola Tucker at 832-373-4948.
Black Arts Movement Houston (BAM) will host the First Convening of Black Artists in Houston on November 21, 2025 at 7 PM at the historic DeLuxe Theater. This inaugural gathering brings together Black creatives across disciplines to strengthen connection, share resources, and shape a collective vision for the future of Black arts in Houston.
At the event, BAM Houston will launch a groundbreaking citywide survey to build the most comprehensive database of Black artists in Houston’s history. The evening will also introduce BAM’s new three-year strategic plan, including a transcontinental Artist Residency Program with Kigali, Rwanda and the Black Arts Movement Fellowship focused on healing-centered leadership.
All Black artists living or working in Houston are encouraged to participate and complete the survey.
For more information, please contact Walter J. Hull, II at whull@urbansouls.org.
Join Emancipation Ave. Main Street and Cadence Bank for a free, hands-on session on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 10:00 am.
This in-person workshop will help small business owners and entrepreneurs review 2025 performance, prepare for tax season, and set goals for 2026.
Location: 4212 Emancipation Ave. Suite 2
Registration is required — visit linktr.ee/emancipationhouston or click on the flyer to sign up.
POLITICAL EMPOWERMENT AND LEGAL THREAD MEETING
You are warmly invited to join a community conversation focused on the political changes shaping our neighborhoods — including the lack of representation in the 18th Congressional District, the impact of redistricting, and how these issues influence our future in the November 2025 elections and beyond.
This is a chance for us to come together, share concerns, and continue building toward solutions that strengthen our community’s voice.
💬 We’ll Discuss:
How the lack of representation in the 18th Congressional District affects local issues
The impact of redistricting on our voting power and access to resources
Preparing for the upcoming November elections
Laying the groundwork for strong representation and action in 2026 and beyond
Join Us. Speak Up. Get Informed. Be Represented.
🗓️ Meeting Dates
Tuesday, October 21st
Tuesday, November 18th
🕥 Time: 8:30 – 9:30 AM
📍 Location: ZOOM
Meeting ID: 941 9089 0396 Passcode: 1995 Call-In Number: 346-248-7799
📅 Saturday, October 25th l 11 AM - 1 PM
2600 Holman St., Houston, Texas 77004
Trinity U.M.C.
For more information, contact Dianne Iglehart at (713) 851-0137
Join the Third Ward Community Cloth Cooperative, Houston Voting Initiative, TMO, and Trinity United Methodist Church for a community-wide Get Out the Vote Event
What We're Doing
We’ll be phone banking and canvassing the neighborhood to encourage voter participation ahead of the 2025 election.
Early voting runs from October 20–31, 2025, with Election Day on November 4, 2025.
Let’s come together to empower our community and ensure every voice is heard!
oin NP Care Services for a special Open House at our new location! We're excited to expand our reach and enhance our services—and we want you to be part of this next chapter.
📅 Friday, October 24, 2025
🕛 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 2501 Southmore Blvd, Houston, TX 77004
Enjoy light bites, meet our team, and learn more about how we’re growing to better serve the community.
🔗 Scan the QR code to RSVP and learn more!
