https://improvtx.com/houston/comic/godfrey/
 
 
Godfrey's Bio
Godfrey is one of the hottest comedians on the circuit. Growing up in Chicago, he constantly got in trouble for misbehaving and being an all-around class clown. Godfrey's Nigerian parents unknowingly encouraged his bad behavior by showing him classic comedy films from an early age. While performing impressions of his college football teammates, Godfrey realized his irreverent style of comedy might be more than just a hobby.

As soon as Godfrey went pro, he immediately landed several high profile projects. Ben Stiller cast him to play himself in "Zoolander," a performance that has since achieved cult status. Godfrey has also appeared in "Johnson Family Vacation," "The Cook Out" with Queen Latifah, "Phat Girlz" starring Monique, and "Soul Plane" alongside Snoop Dogg. Godfrey is perhaps best known for his stint as the "7UP Guy" in the beloved 7UP national campaign.

Godfrey has also made many television appearances, including stand-up specials on Showtime and Comedy Central. He hosted his own show on SiriusXM satellite radio, and he currently hosts the "In Godfrey We Trust" podcast.

https://www.facebook.com/events/580151703982783/580151710649449/
 
Come join us for the Friends of HPL monthly book sale!!
All hardback books are $3
All paperback books are $2
All children’s books are $2

https://www.instagram.com/p/C0HusvCOz9B/
 
You're invited! We're hosting a neighborhood celebration of the right to vote.
Join us Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Burnett Bayland
Park for:
😜Free food, activities, and fun
🎨Art by @mathieuartsoul
🗳️Resources from community leaders
🤝Help making a plan to vote in the Dec. 9 runoff elections!
This community event is for people of all ages, abilities, and languages.

This holiday season, learn how to create giant felt candies with HCCC! Stuff and decorate colorful felt pieces to make candy canes, wrapped candies, or other sweet treats that tickle your fancy. Combine different colors and shapes of felt to bring these oversized candies to life, and make your holiday fantasies come true by using them in a pretend play or as part of your holiday decorations! What’s your favorite holiday treat?

Note: This activity will take place indoors and is on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last.

HANDS-ON HOUSTON is a free drop-in event held the first Saturday of every month. Each month, a teaching artist demonstrates a craft related to the current exhibitions. Families and children of all ages are welcome to come any time between 11 AM and 3 PM and participate in a 15 – 20-minute activity. Materials are provided. This program supports HCCC’s mission to advance education about the process, product, and history of craft. Learn more here.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-love-11th-neighborhood-festival-tickets-720028353187

Celebrate our community and support a great cause at the inaugural I ❤️ 11th Neighborhood Festival, proudly brought to you by Friends of Lawrence and Milroy Parks, A Tale of Two Bridges, and the local merchants of 11th Street. This exciting event marks the kickoff to a fundraising campaign aimed at fully renovating the beloved Lawrence and Milroy Parks.

Join us in showcasing the vibrant spirit of our neighborhood through local music, artists, and over 75 merchants lining 11th Street, the pulsating heart of Houston's favorite neighborhood, Houston Heights. By attending this event, you're not only immersing yourself in the richness of our community but also contributing to the enhancement of Lawrence and Milroy Parks, two of the Heights' most cherished green spaces we all adore.

This festival promises to be the first of many memorable events organized by Friends of Lawrence and Milroy Parks, dedicated to revitalizing our local parks and creating a lasting impact in our community.

There will be block parties along 11th Street:

            11th & Alexander by Loro 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm
            11th & Tulane by Bespoke 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm
            11th & Yale by Best Regards 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
            11th & Heights by EQ Heights
            11th & Cortlandt by C&D Hardware, Redbud Arts Center, Super Happy Incredible Toys
            11th & Oxford by Field & Tides, Buchanan's
            11th & Studewood by Bellagreen

*Times subject to change - please check back for final times mid-November

https://apps.hcp4.net/med/Event/Detail/25042
 
Join Harris County Precinct 4 for an amazing holiday festival on Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm at Bayland Park, 6400 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77074. The event will consist of fun for all ages including Children's crafts, Petting zoo, Photos with Santa, Holiday games, Face painting, Balloon Artist, Christmas music, Flu and COVID vaccines provided by HOPE Clinic and Houston Health Department, and the Curiosity Cruiser mobile library provided by Harris County Public Library.While at the event, learn about the exciting master plan for Bayland Park. This interactive Community Workshop will give you an opportunity to express what you envision for the park and help us improve this greenspace for generations to come.Pre-registration is not required.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/evening-of-elegance-presenting-amahl-and-the-night-visitors-tickets-699174187817
 

Welcome to the Anderson Center's annual Christmas event, 'Evening of Elegance.'

This year, we proudly present 'Amahl and the Night Visitors,' a one-act opera by Gian Carlo Menotti, brought to life by talented Black opera singers and actors. Set against the backdrop of the Nativity, this touching narrative follows a young boy named Amahl and his transformative encounter with the Three Wise Men.

Praised by The New York Times as 'rare art, tender, and exquisite,' Amahl's story beautifully conveys the enduring themes of faith, love, and generosity. Prepare to be enchanted by a performance that will captivate your senses and touch your heart, making it a memory to cherish throughout the year.

Join us and let 'Evening of Elegance' become your cherished new family tradition!

*VIP tickets include premium seating

**Children's tickets are available for children 12 mos. to 12 years old. Limit 2 per adult ticket in General Seating. Please request information at info@harriscountycac.org.

3 :00 pm - Showtime

4:00 pm Pictures with Black Santa (Pay at the Booth)

https://crafthouston.org/events/ceramics-in-the-environment-opening-reception/
 

Join Houston Center for Contemporary Craft and students from the MFAH’s Glassell School of Art in the Craft Garden to celebrate the new exhibition, Ceramics in the Environment. The show features 12 artists who investigate creating work for an outdoor environment and responding to the living histories of a site in clay media. Ceramics in the Environment was developed in partnership between MFAH’s Glassell School of Art and Houston Center for Contemporary Craft.

This art jewerly invitational brings together nine Houston-based artists and curated selections of their work. The participating artists include several former residents and friends of HCCC, including Corey Ackelmire, Victor Beckmann, Tarina Frank, Heidi Gerstacker, René Lee Henry, Jessica Jacobi, Masumi Kataoka, Edward Lane McCartney, and Sandie Zilker. On view November 25 – January 13, 2024

https://www.mfah.org/calendar/aurora/202312021930?returnUrl=%2Fcalendar%3Fdate%3D2023-11-19%26period%3Dmonth%26p%3D3

Twentysomething Aurora, a commitment-phobic party animal, finds herself at loose ends as she faces eviction from her family home. At a hot-dog stand in Lapland she meets Darian, an Iranian who needs to marry a Finnish woman to gain asylum for himself and his daughter. As Aurora introduces numerous women to Darian, the two of them grow close.

Preceded By
Clumsy Little Acts of Tenderness
(Miia Tervo, 2015, 9 minutes)

https://improvtx.com/houston/comic/godfrey/
 
 
Godfrey's Bio
Godfrey is one of the hottest comedians on the circuit. Growing up in Chicago, he constantly got in trouble for misbehaving and being an all-around class clown. Godfrey's Nigerian parents unknowingly encouraged his bad behavior by showing him classic comedy films from an early age. While performing impressions of his college football teammates, Godfrey realized his irreverent style of comedy might be more than just a hobby.

As soon as Godfrey went pro, he immediately landed several high profile projects. Ben Stiller cast him to play himself in "Zoolander," a performance that has since achieved cult status. Godfrey has also appeared in "Johnson Family Vacation," "The Cook Out" with Queen Latifah, "Phat Girlz" starring Monique, and "Soul Plane" alongside Snoop Dogg. Godfrey is perhaps best known for his stint as the "7UP Guy" in the beloved 7UP national campaign.

Godfrey has also made many television appearances, including stand-up specials on Showtime and Comedy Central. He hosted his own show on SiriusXM satellite radio, and he currently hosts the "In Godfrey We Trust" podcast.

https://www.clayhouston.org/bccc
 

Houston's first and only citywide tour of ceramic artists' studios, ClayHouston's Bayou City Clay Crawl returns Sunday, December 3 for its seventh annual event, providing the public with a one-of-a-kind opportunity to tour studios and to discover pieces created by ClayHouston member artists in time for holiday shopping.

During this annual event, ClayHouston invites the public into the studio spaces of members to talk to Houston’s ceramic artists, see some demos, and enjoy an immersive experience into the clay world. And, of course, a wide variety of work will be available for purchase.

The 2023 BCCC features 60-plus artists participating in 10 studios, offering unique pieces ranging from traditional pottery to large-scale sculptures as well as installations and demonstrations. The event will be held from 10 am to 5 pm.

The Bayou City Clay Crawl is free to the public, and visitors can start at any location. Participating studios will feature resident artists and guest artists.

Each studio will have door prizes and five of them will hold a demo - click on the button below for the demo schedule and start planning out your day!

https://www.mfah.org/calendar/extreme-job/202312031700?returnUrl=%2Fcalendar%3Fdate%3D2023-11-19%26period%3Dmonth%26p%3D4

A team of young narcotics detectives and their squad chief (Ryu Seung-ryong) work undercover in a chicken joint to bust a gang of organized criminals. Things take an unexpected turn when a new recipe suddenly transforms the rundown restaurant into the hottest eatery in town.

After the screening, the audience is invited to stay for a discussion with actor Ryu Seung-ryong, led by University of Houston professor Karen Fang.

About Ryu Seung-ryong
A leading figure in the Korean Wave, Ryu Seung-ryong plays a wide range of roles in genres from historical dramas to action comedies. Extreme Job marked a career transformation through his seamless synergy with his character. In the Netflix series Kingdom, Seung-ryong exhibited a charismatic presence, conveying emotions through hidden glances and restrained expressions in a captivating performance. His role in the Disney+ series Moving, as a character who is both a monster and a romanticist, led to critical acclaim.

https://www.facebook.com/events/316527434533966
 

They, Who Sound
is a weekly series for experimental sound-making, improvised music, noises, the sounding of art, and the performance of art.

They, Who Sound
is presented by Nameless Sound and Lawndale Art Center.

They, Who Sound
happens every Monday at Lawndale from 7:30 to 9:30pm.
(Doors open at 7pm.)

They, Who Sound is free of charge. Donations are welcomed.

They, Who Sound
on Monday, December 4
will feature:

Jamal Cyrus/Corey Sherard
&
Tamarisk

Jamal Cyrus/Corey Sherard is:
Jamal Cyrus (Houston) - alto saxophone, analog percussion
Corey Sherard (Houston) - tenor saxophone, digital percussion
Tamarisk is:
Christina Carter (Austin) - voice
David Menestres (Richmond, VA) - double bass
Andrew Weathers (Austin) - guitar 

Pianist and DACAMERA Young Artist Brooke Wyatt presents holiday jazz favorites with her trio.

https://www.dacamera.com/free-event/a-little-day-music-holiday-jazz-favorites/

https://www.mfah.org/calendar/2023-studio-school-student-art-sale/202312081100?returnUrl=%2Fcalendar%3Fdate%3D2023-11-19%26period%3Dmonth%26p%3D4

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The talented Studio School students at the Glassell School of Art offer original works of art for sale, just in time for the holidays.

From exquisite jewelry pieces and captivating ceramics to breathtaking paintings, awe-inspiring sculptures, and mesmerizing prints, an artistic treasure awaits for everyone on your holiday list―and for yourself!

Three days of shopping—December 8, 9 & 10—are open to the public with free admission. Proceeds benefit the artists and the Studio School scholarship program.

► Want first choice? Get tickets for the Early-Bird Shopping Event on Thursday evening, December 7.

https://www.mfah.org/calendar/2023-studio-school-student-art-sale/202312081100?returnUrl=%2Fcalendar%3Fdate%3D2023-11-19%26period%3Dmonth%26p%3D4

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The talented Studio School students at the Glassell School of Art offer original works of art for sale, just in time for the holidays.

From exquisite jewelry pieces and captivating ceramics to breathtaking paintings, awe-inspiring sculptures, and mesmerizing prints, an artistic treasure awaits for everyone on your holiday list―and for yourself!

Three days of shopping—December 8, 9 & 10—are open to the public with free admission. Proceeds benefit the artists and the Studio School scholarship program.

► Want first choice? Get tickets for the Early-Bird Shopping Event on Thursday evening, December 7.

Join HCCC this winter to learn how to make a fresh and festive greenery wreath to kick off your holiday celebrations! HCCC staff and local artist and designer Andrea Condara will put a contemporary spin on holiday wreath making by using a variety of seasonal greens and cuttings such as pine, cedar, boxwood, spruce, and juniper. This accessible workshop will allow participants to experiment with, and learn, core design principles like balance, proportion, and attention to texture and color. Then, add a festive bow or decorative ribbons for that extra special touch. Plus, you can take that heady fragrance home with you!

Note:  This event is subject to change or cancellation in response to current COVID-19 conditions. The workshop takes place in person and inside the HCCC building. Space is limited to a maximum of 15 participants.

REGISTRATION
$85 for HCCC members
$95 for Non-Members

Register online here.

This class is for adults aged 18+ or children aged 13+ accompanied by a parent or guardian. No experience is necessary. Pre-registration is required and includes instructor, basic materials, tools and administration fees. Registration closes on December 8th at 12:00 PM.

Drop by HCCC to explore the fall exhibition, Tree of Life, with an afternoon of chess. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own boards and sets to play or watch a match between other museum visitors.

https://continental-club-houston.square.site/product/12-09-23-buffalo-nichols/574
 

$15 Adv Gen Adm Tickets / $20 Day of Show / $25 Seated Section

Open at 8:00 / Show at 9:00.

Paper tickets will not be issued.

Please show your receipt or photo ID at entry.

Must be at least 21 to enter.

https://www.mfah.org/calendar/2023-studio-school-student-art-sale/202312081100?returnUrl=%2Fcalendar%3Fdate%3D2023-11-19%26period%3Dmonth%26p%3D4

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The talented Studio School students at the Glassell School of Art offer original works of art for sale, just in time for the holidays.

From exquisite jewelry pieces and captivating ceramics to breathtaking paintings, awe-inspiring sculptures, and mesmerizing prints, an artistic treasure awaits for everyone on your holiday list―and for yourself!

Three days of shopping—December 8, 9 & 10—are open to the public with free admission. Proceeds benefit the artists and the Studio School scholarship program.

► Want first choice? Get tickets for the Early-Bird Shopping Event on Thursday evening, December 7.

https://www.mfah.org/calendar/four-daughters-les-filles-dolfa/202312151900?returnUrl=%2Fcalendar%3Fdate%3D2023-11-19%26period%3Dmonth%26p%3D7

Tunisia’s submission to the Academy Awards is a riveting exploration of rebellion, memory, and sisterhood that reconstructs the story of Olfa Hamrouni and her four daughters. Unpacking a complex family history through interviews and reenactments, the film examines how the mother’s two eldest were radicalized by Islamic extremists. Casting professional actresses as the missing daughters, along with acclaimed Egyptian-Tunisian actress Hend Sabri as Olfa, director Kaouther Ben Hania (The Man Who Sold His Skin) restages pivotal moments in the family’s life. These scenes are interwoven with reflections from Olfa and her younger daughters, allowing the women to tell their own stories and capturing moments of joy, loss, violence, and heartache.

Drop by HCCC to explore the fall exhibition, Max Adrian: RIPSTOP, with an afternoon of meditation. Find a sense of mindfulness, balance, fullness of breath surrounded by patchwork textiles and inflatable sculptures.

https://www.ticketmaster.com/houston-hip-hop-50-w-zro-houston-texas-12-16-2023/event/3A005F26AF7824AD

https://improvtx.com/houston/comic/jeremy+piven/
 
 
Jeremy Piven's Bio
Jeremy Piven was most recently seen as a series regular in the CBS television series WISDOM OF THE CROWD. He was also recently seen as Harry Gordon Selfridge in the popular PBS series MR. SELFRIDGE. Among his many notable roles, Piven is best known as movie agent “Ari Gold” in the hit HBO series ENTOURAGE, which aired for eight seasons and won Piven three Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe. In 2015, Piven reprised the fan-favorite role in the ENTOURAGE feature film released by Warner Bros. He was also seen in SIN CITY: A DAME TO KILL FOR from directors Frank Miller and Robert Rodriguez. Jeremy’s extensive career in television also includes the satirical THE LARRY SANDERS SHOW. In film, he starred in Mark Pellington’s drama I MELT WITH YOU, Gaby Dellal’s heart-wrenching ANGELS CREST, Gary Fleder’s RUNAWAY JURY, Todd Phillips’s hit comedy OLD SCHOOL, Ridley Scott’s BLACK HAWK DOWN, Peter Chelsom’s SERENDIPITY, Brett Ratner’s THE FAMILY MAN, Peter Berg’s VERY BAD THINGS and THE KINGDOM, Cameron Crowe’s SINGLES, Joe Carnahan’s SMOKIN ACES, Guy Ritchie’s ROCKNROLLA, and THE PLAYER for director Robert Altman. In 2005, Piven returned to his theater roots starring in the off-Broadway hit FAT PIG by Neil LaBute, for which he received a Distinguished Performance Honor from the Drama League. He also appeared as Bobby Gould on Broadway in SPEED THE PLOW.

https://improvtx.com/houston/comic/jeremy+piven/
 
 
Jeremy Piven's Bio
Jeremy Piven was most recently seen as a series regular in the CBS television series WISDOM OF THE CROWD. He was also recently seen as Harry Gordon Selfridge in the popular PBS series MR. SELFRIDGE. Among his many notable roles, Piven is best known as movie agent “Ari Gold” in the hit HBO series ENTOURAGE, which aired for eight seasons and won Piven three Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe. In 2015, Piven reprised the fan-favorite role in the ENTOURAGE feature film released by Warner Bros. He was also seen in SIN CITY: A DAME TO KILL FOR from directors Frank Miller and Robert Rodriguez. Jeremy’s extensive career in television also includes the satirical THE LARRY SANDERS SHOW. In film, he starred in Mark Pellington’s drama I MELT WITH YOU, Gaby Dellal’s heart-wrenching ANGELS CREST, Gary Fleder’s RUNAWAY JURY, Todd Phillips’s hit comedy OLD SCHOOL, Ridley Scott’s BLACK HAWK DOWN, Peter Chelsom’s SERENDIPITY, Brett Ratner’s THE FAMILY MAN, Peter Berg’s VERY BAD THINGS and THE KINGDOM, Cameron Crowe’s SINGLES, Joe Carnahan’s SMOKIN ACES, Guy Ritchie’s ROCKNROLLA, and THE PLAYER for director Robert Altman. In 2005, Piven returned to his theater roots starring in the off-Broadway hit FAT PIG by Neil LaBute, for which he received a Distinguished Performance Honor from the Drama League. He also appeared as Bobby Gould on Broadway in SPEED THE PLOW.