The Third Ward Community Cloth Cooperative, in partnership with the Third Ward Community Fund Management Corporation, invites community members to attend our Monthly Meeting. Join us to stay informed, share updates, and continue building collective efforts that support community-led initiatives.

🗓 March 10, 2026

⏰ 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM

📍 In person: 3131 Emancipation Ave., Suite 200

💻 Virtual option available via Zoom

Your participation helps strengthen our shared work.

Every vote matters. The Get Out the Vote Initiative is offering free rides to the polls to help ensure everyone has access to cast their ballot. Transportation assistance is available for community members who need it.

🗓 Tuesday, March 3, 2026

📍 Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church

Let’s show up, support one another, and make our voices heard.

Come out on February 28, 2026, for a fun and educational community health day! Enjoy free fresh produce from Urban Harvest and join us for a special wellness workshop led by Dr. Willie M. Lewis, PhD, along with Chef Shirley Kelly.

📍 Trinity United Methodist Church

⏰ 10:00 AM–1:00 PM

🍎 Wellness Workshop: 11:00 AM–12:30 PM

Healthy living begins with access and knowledge—don’t miss it!

Join the first 2026 quarterly Watoto Scholars Shine Workshop, celebrating Black History/Herstory through interactive learning and creativity.
Workshop #1 will be held on Saturday, February 28 from 10:00–11:30 AM at Class Bookstore (3803 Sampson, Houston, TX 77004).
Participants will enjoy a “Make and Take” art activity, a storytelling session, and receive a free book for their home library.
To reserve a spot, contact Sister Mama Sonya at 832‑277‑1584.
This program is supported by the Third Ward Cultural District.

The Third Ward Community Cloth Cooperative invites partners, advocates, and community members to our Health Collaborative Meeting. This gathering provides space to share updates, align efforts, and collaborate on initiatives that support health and wellness across the Third Ward.

🗓 February 24, 2026

⏰ 2:00 PM

💻 Join via Zoom

All who are committed to community health and collaboration are encouraged to attend.

JOIN THE CELEBRATION! We are calling all bands, schools, organizations, and community members to march with us. Whether you are driving, walking, or performing, there is a place for you in our 11th annual celebration!

WHEN: Saturday, February 21, 2026

STAGING: 8:00 AM | PARADE START: 10:00 AM

LOCATION: Texas @ Hamilton

Downtown Houston Symposium starts at 12pm

Location: Texas Southern University

Barbara Jordan- Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs

Theme: 2026 – A Century of Black History Commemorations

ENTRY CATEGORIES & FEES:

Bands, Schools, Cheer Teams, & Dancers: FREE

Youth Groups/Organizations: $50

Walkers & Drumlines: $25

Cars & Trucks: $100 (Early Bird until Jan 31) | $150 (After Jan 31)
HOW TO REGISTER:

To complete the official Parade Entry Form, please click here. Submit payment and documentation by January 31, 2026 to The Houston Sun Foundation.
Motorized & Horse Entries: Must email a copy of your Certificate of Insurance to parade@houstonsun.com.
Note: Authorization is required for all entrants. Secure your approval document today!

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!

Join us for March to the Polls, a community effort to increase voter participation and strengthen civic engagement through early voting.

This march is designed to bring students and community members together to learn, participate, and take collective action around voting access and civic responsibility. Participants will march from Texas Southern University to a nearby early voting location.

📅 Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026

⏰ Start Time: 12:00 PM

📍 Start Location: Texas Southern University – TSU “Sign”

📍 End Location: Wheeler Avenue Church

Whether this is your first time voting or you are looking to stay informed and involved, this event is an opportunity to engage in the democratic process alongside your community.

🔗 Register using the QR code on the flyer

Official Flyer

The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. – Houston Metropolitan Chapter invites you to a timely civic education discussion:

This event will explore common challenges young people face when it comes to voting and civic participation, and discuss ways communities can better support engagement.

📅 Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026

⏰ Time: 6:30 PM

📍 Location: Texas Southern University

Barbara Jordan–Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs

Room 114

✅ Free admission

🍴 Light bites provided

Scan the QR code on the flyer to learn more. Students, educators, and community members are encouraged to attend.

Eventbrite Link

The Houston Sun Foundation invites youth ages 6–20 to showcase their gifts at the African American History Talent Show on Saturday, February 14, 2026!
Join us at the Judson Robinson Jr. Community Center from 11:00 AM–2:00 PM for performances, creativity, and community celebration.
Register today at tinyurl.com/thsftalentshow26 to secure your spot.

Join us on Saturday, February 14, 2026, for an important community session focused on understanding what’s on your upcoming ballot. This event will equip you with the information you need to vote with confidence.
📍 Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church – The Vue
🕙 10:00–11:30 AM
Hosted by the Legal Aid and Social Justice Ministry with Dr. D.Z. Cofield.
Stay informed. Stay empowered. Prepare for Election Day!

Join the H‑Town Afro-American Historical & Genealogical Society for a powerful Black History Month celebration centered on land, legacy, and community history. This event highlights the inspiring work of the Pecan Project, dedicated to preserving Black-owned farms and rural heritage.

Guests will learn about the remarkable contributions of Lee Perry, an Oil & Gas Auditor who helped Black families reclaim and protect generational land. The event also includes a community screening of High Horse: The Black Cowboy, followed by a debriefing session with members of the cast, including descendant farmers and series producers.

📅 Saturday, February 14, 2026

📍 Judy Cook Community Center

3002 Leek @ Anita St | Houston, TX 77004

This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required.

Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/DAnzqT279Q

Learn more: www.htown.aahgs.org | htown.aahgs@gmail.com

You are warmly invited to a Political Empowerment and Legal Thread.  So Excited!!! We have representation for the 18th Congressional District.  Congratulations to Congressman Christian Menfee.  We now must discuss our needs and how to communicate our desires to work with the Congressman to meet our agenda for the organizations, children and families of the Cloth.  This meeting is an opportunity for us to come together, share concerns, and continue our building toward solutions.

Zoom Meeting

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!

Grab a coffee and take some time to chat with those located within the Third Ward neighborhood or hood. A perfect opportunity to network and create community!Click here or the flyer to learn more!

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!