Prom Closet, a wonderful Houston program that provides teens with prom dresses free of charge, just finished its 10th annual prom season! Elise Sheppard, a reference librarian at Lone Star College Cy-Fair and head of the program, was proud to provide 400 dresses this year to girls in the area that otherwise couldn’t afford a […]
Archive | June, 2014
Three Houstonians Begin Their Ride Across Rwanda Today!
It’s always great to hear of people going above and beyond to help others, especially in a unique way. Three generous Houstonians are biking across Rwanda to spread awareness for the genocide that has plagued the country. Starting today, June 18, through June 22, Heights residents David Chaney, Ron Kerr and Fred Kapalac will be […]
Join The Race To Beat Cancer At The Yellow Party This Month!
With a goal to raise money and beat cancer, AutoNation and Lennar are teaming up to bring The Yellow Party to Houston. This event is perfect for racing organizations, drivers, sponsors and motorsports fans alike to network while having a great time for a very important cause. All of the proceeds will go to the […]
Dove Celebrates Dads With Beautiful Tearjerker Ad
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Jpb2_YdxYM Just in time for Father’s Day, Dove has released emotional campaign for their Men Care line, celebrating the real role of Dads everywhere. The digital campaign gives Dad’s well-deserved credit for all that they do including making dinner, potty training, scaring away monsters from under the bed, and soothing broken-hearted teens. Ad Week brought […]
Our Houston Police Officers Are Relay Riding for The Cure!
This upcoming week, 40 Houston police officers intend to arrest blood cancers and get them off the streets! Each officer raised $5,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) just to participate on the 33rd Annual Houston Police Bicycle Relay Team. Starting June 17th, the relay team will be cycling 2,000 miles from Discovery Green in […]
How to Boost Your Happiness in 30 Seconds
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cysPPnZEhM Are you feeling down today? According to author and psychology expert Richard Wiseman, turning your day around to achieve happiness can easily be done in 30 seconds. The secret is revealed as a part of his life changing In 59 Seconds series on YouTube, and could be exactly what you need to turn that […]
Dinner Raises More Than $1 Million for the Holocaust Museum
Honoring the contributions and inspiration that amazing people have given to our society is always a joy for us to hear about. At the beginning of this month, the life and memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Holocaust survivor Gerda Klein were honored at the Lydon Baines Johnson Moral Courage Dinner at Houston’s […]
Protect Houston’s Waterways at the Backyard Bayou Bash!
Are you in need of a social event this weekend to unwind from a long week? The Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. is inviting Houston young professionals everywhere to enjoy a great evening of fun in the sun this Saturday, June 14th from 5-7pm for a wonderful cause. The brewery is gladly hosting the Backyard Bayou […]
Help Camp for All Make the Summer a Hit for Their Troop!
Are you looking for volunteer opportunities in the Houston area this summer where you can be a part of a life changing experience? Camp for All, a summer camp serving children and adults who have special needs, or are suffering from illnesses, is looking for volunteers who will make their camp a great environment for […]
The Big Impact of A High-Five
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOdZInpP0Hw Sometimes a simple gesture, such as a high-five is all that’s needed to impact someone else’s day. Watch what happens as YouTube sensation, Kyle Berry walks around a college campus gifting random strangers with high-fives. The genuine smiles and joy that comes across people’s faces is truly amazing. We all want to feel special, […]