http://houston.skirt.com/event/feed October 11, 2008 - November 10, 2008 en http://houston.skirt.com/node/9324 http://houston.skirt.com/node/9324 <div class="start">Start: 09/12/2008 - 00:00</div> <div class="end">End: 02/22/2009 - 00:59</div> <meta content="Microsoft Word 12" name="Generator" /> <meta content="Microsoft Word 12" name="Originator" /> <link href="file:///C:\DOCUME~1\ADMINI~1\LOCALS~1\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_filelist.xml" rel="File-List" /> <link href="file:///C:\DOCUME~1\ADMINI~1\LOCALS~1\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_themedata.thmx" rel="themeData" /> <link href="file:///C:\DOCUME~1\ADMINI~1\LOCALS~1\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_colorschememapping.xml" rel="colorSchemeMapping" /><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:WordDocument> <w:View>Normal</w:View> <w:Zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:TrackMoves/> http://houston.skirt.com/node/9324#comments Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:58:16 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20672 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20672 <div class="start">Start: 10/03/2008 - 18:30</div> <div class="end">End: 10/31/2008 - 06:30</div> <p>Get into the Halloween spirit with Discover Houston Tours for the annual “Ghost Walks.”</p> <p>Registration starts at 6:30 PM at the Spaghetti Warehouse, 901 Commerce. </p> <p><em>Discoverhoustontours.com</em></p> http://houston.skirt.com/node/20672#comments Creativity Houston playful Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:16:42 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/9320 http://houston.skirt.com/node/9320 <div class="start">Start: 10/04/2008 - 23:00</div> <div class="end">End: 10/31/2008 - 23:59</div> <span style="line-height: 115%;">It's all about the surface with these Artists. Make sure that you get a chance to see this show. Our first show with some major wall installations.This one is not to be missed ! Be sure to bring a friend ! October4 through October 31. 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It starts October 11th and extends until November 30th. The festivity begins at 9am and ends at dusk. <em>Texrenfest.com</em> http://houston.skirt.com/node/20676#comments Families Houston Play playful Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:30:49 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/11735 http://houston.skirt.com/node/11735 <div class="start">Start: 10/13/2008 - 04:00</div> <div class="end">End: 10/13/2008 - 04:59</div> The birthday of <strong>Margaret Thatcher</strong>, the first (and only) female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Known as the “Iron Lady” she said, “You may have to fight a battle more than once to win it.” <br /> <br /> http://houston.skirt.com/node/11735#comments birthday playful spirited Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:06:20 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20677 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20677 <div class="start">Start: 10/13/2008 - 09:00</div> <div class="end">End: 10/13/2008 - 19:00</div> If you love the Houston Zoo and want to check out some of the neat things they are doing, enjoy a FREE admission in honor of Columbus day, come and check out the newest attractions and exhibits.&nbsp; <em>Houstonzoo.org</em> http://houston.skirt.com/node/20677#comments Families Houston playful Tue, 07 Oct 2008 11:27:29 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20688 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20688 <div class="start">Start: 10/14/2008 - 18:00</div> <div class="end">End: 10/14/2008 - 19:30</div> Journalist and author Robin Wright has been examining and reporting the problems that shadow the Middle East.&nbsp; Join her at The Junior League Ballroom to hear stories from her most recent trip there, and her discovery of a budding culture of change and new voices pushing for more open, democratic societies. Event begins at 6 p.m. and ends at 7:30 p.m. <em>Houstonworldaffairs.org</em> http://houston.skirt.com/node/20688#comments controversial independent Soul Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:38:11 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20690 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20690 <div class="start">Start: 10/15/2008 - 19:00</div> <div class="end">End: 10/15/2008 - 19:00</div> Come to Discovery Green Park to see performances by Houston Metropolitan Dance Company and Suchu Dance, choreography by Toni Valle. Starts at 7 PM and there is free admission. For more information please call 713-400-7336. <em>Houstonmetdance.com</em> http://houston.skirt.com/node/20690#comments Families Houston passionate Play playful Tue, 07 Oct 2008 11:30:05 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20800 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20800 <div class="start">Start: 10/16/2008 - 08:55</div> <div class="end">End: 10/16/2008 - 17:30</div> Today is the Texas Conference for Women at the George R. Brown Convention Center. The one-day, non-partisan Conference is the premiere education and networking event for the women of Texas and has historically welcomed a sell-out crowd of more than 7,500 women. txconferenceforwomen.org http://houston.skirt.com/node/20800#comments Houston independent Work and Wealth Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:58:08 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20801 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20801 <div class="start">Start: 10/16/2008 - 19:00</div> <div class="end">End: 10/16/2008 - 19:00</div> Sammy's at 2016 Main for drinks, bites, and a little nostalgia! COME between 7 and 9 PM to celebrate Spacetaker... STAY to catch some 80's Wang Chung with the Spazmatics. Seeing The Spazmatics brings you back to the days of rollerskating and lipsynching using your brush as the microphone. If you are a fan of 80's music then pull out those old parachute pants, grab your pocket protector and get ready for the most rockin' 80s new wave show in the world, The Spazmatics! Tickets- $20 at the door* 2 complimentary drinks (beer/wine), munchies from El Patio, and admission to the Spazmatics show (If you just can't wait for Halloween, come wearing your favorite legwarmers and parachute pants!) *Donations benefit Spacetaker and help offset the postponement of the annual Spacetaker Gala: SYNERGY. http://houston.skirt.com/node/20801#comments Houston Play playful Tue, 07 Oct 2008 11:00:52 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20802 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20802 <div class="start">Start: 10/16/2008 - 19:30</div> <div class="end">End: 10/16/2008 - 19:30</div> WHAT: Fall into fashion at The Galleria during Simon Fashion Now presented by Cadillac! For those who cant make it to New York City for Fashion Week but still want a front row view of the newest styles, Houstons own version of the catwalk is taking place at The Galleria. Simon Fashion Now presented by Cadillac offers Houstonians a VIP pass to achieve the freshest fall fashions. With fashion shows galore, this must-see event will highlight trends for the fall season; provide the latest hair and beauty tips, as well as host exciting in-store events and exclusive discounts. Guests will enjoy a club-type atmosphere showcasing the talents of rock violinist Bobby Yang and light bites from A Fare Extraordinaire. WHO: Cadillac and The Galleria are partnering to bring shoppers the hippest fall fashions during Simon Fashion Now with presentations throughout featuring the hottest looks from Neiman Marcus, Barneys New York CO-OP, Anne Fontaine, Billy Reid, CH Carolina Herrera, Ferragamo, Fendi, Kate Spade, Jimmy Choo, Saks Fifth Avenue, Stuart Weitzman, Tory Burch, Ann Taylor, Brooks Brothers Men and Women, Betsey Johnson, Guess, Marciano, Marmi, Marc Ecko, Macys and Steve Madden. WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 16 and Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008 - Thursday, Oct. 16 7:30 p.m. Simon Fashion Now presented by Cadillac Kick-off Fashion Show with rock violinist Bobby Yang http://houston.skirt.com/node/20802#comments causes Houston playful Tue, 07 Oct 2008 11:10:53 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20691 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20691 <div class="start">Start: 10/16/2008 - 20:00</div> <div class="end">End: 10/16/2008 - 20:00</div> <p><a target="_blank" href="http://cohesion.rice.edu/shepherdschool/friends/index.cfm"><span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none;">Houston Friends of Music</span></a> welcomes back the highly acclaimed ensemble Vienna Piano Trio at 8 PM in <a target="_blank" href="http://cohesion.rice.edu/shepherdschool/friends/findus.cfm"><span style="color: windowtext; text-decoration: none;">Stude Concert Hall at The Shepherd School of Music</span></a>, located at 6100 Main Street on the Rice University campus.<span style="font-size: 9pt;"></span><em>Houstonfriendsofmusic.org</em></p> http://houston.skirt.com/node/20691#comments Houston outspoken playful Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:41:22 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/11737 http://houston.skirt.com/node/11737 <div class="start">Start: 10/17/2008 - 04:00</div> <div class="end">End: 10/17/2008 - 04:59</div> <strong>Mother Teresa was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize</strong> on this day in 1979. <br /> <br /> http://houston.skirt.com/node/11737#comments Mother Teresa nobel serious Soul Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:03:09 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/12594 http://houston.skirt.com/node/12594 <div class="start">Start: 10/17/2008 - 22:00</div> <div class="end">End: 10/17/2008 - 22:59</div> Today is National Mammography Day—breast health is important, so get checked out! http://houston.skirt.com/node/12594#comments Body &amp; Health breast cancer serious Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:01:39 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20692 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20692 <div class="start">Start: 10/24/2008 - 19:30</div> <div class="end">End: 10/24/2008 - 22:30</div> Black &amp; White Boots Ball and Silent Art Auction is tonight at Sculptures by Design Studio located at 24 Greenway Plaza.&nbsp; The Ball supports the United Sterling Artists Foundation Projects, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center and The Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund. There will be complimentary appetizers & hors d'eouvres with an open bar. <em>Unitedsterlingartists.org</em> http://houston.skirt.com/node/20692#comments Families Houston outspoken playful Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:45:13 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/11738 http://houston.skirt.com/node/11738 <div class="start">Start: 10/25/2008 - 04:00</div> <div class="end">End: 10/25/2008 - 04:59</div> Today is the<strong></strong><a target="_blank" href="http://www.feministcampus.org/email/young_womens_day100305.asp">Young Women’s Day of Action</a>. Take some time today to make a difference. <br /> <br /> http://houston.skirt.com/node/11738#comments independent irreverent passionate spirited Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:05:42 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20696 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20696 <div class="start">Start: 10/25/2008 - 08:00</div> <div class="end">End: 10/25/2008 - 12:00</div> Join Citizens for Animal Protection for the “HOWL-o-ween” Dog Walk &amp; Expo!&nbsp; Registration begins at La Centerra at Cinco Ranch at 8 AM.&nbsp; Enter your pooch for a chance to win the best costume. Contact Hershey at 281-497-9055 for more info and a registration form. <em>Cap4pets.org</em> http://houston.skirt.com/node/20696#comments Creativity Houston playful Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:48:52 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/11739 http://houston.skirt.com/node/11739 <div class="start">Start: 10/30/2008 - 20:30</div> <div class="end">End: 10/30/2008 - 21:00</div> The season premiere of 30 Rock is tonight! Laugh along with everyone’s dream best friend, Tina Fey, and the rest of the cast. <br /> http://houston.skirt.com/node/11739#comments independent irreverent passionate spirited Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:05:10 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/11740 http://houston.skirt.com/node/11740 <div class="start">Start: 10/31/2008 - 04:00</div> <div class="end">End: 10/31/2008 - 04:59</div> Happy Halloween! <br /> http://houston.skirt.com/node/11740#comments Halloween playful Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:03:50 -0400 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20698 http://houston.skirt.com/node/20698 <div class="start">Start: 10/31/2008 - 11:37</div> <div class="end">End: 10/31/2008 - 11:37</div> Join Messina Hof Winery for a Halloween Murder Mystery Dinner, prepared by Messina Hof Chef Joseph Kramer III.&nbsp; The mystery will discover the murder of The Great Radinski, world-renowned magician and entertainer.&nbsp; who returned to his home on Mystic Lake to perform before a Halloween costume party of friends, relatives and admirers at the nearby Mystic Inn. As he amazed the crowd with incredible illusions and magic tricks that defied explanation, he suddenly looked at his pocket watch and realized he was late for an important “appointment”. He disappeared in a cloud of smoke as individuals in the crowd looked at each other in disbelief. Fifteen minutes later, a muffled explosion was heard and police arrived to inform everyone that Radinski was dead. His body was found along the shore of the lake. He had been killed by an explosive device. Only through careful questioning and expert sleuthing would motive and murderer emerge. Afterwards, stay the night at Messina Hof’s luxurious resort and enjoy a winery tour the following day.&nbsp; The winery is located at 4545 Old Reliance Rd. in Bryan, TX. For more information, or to make reservations, please call 1-800-736-9463 ext 234. <em>Messinahof.com</em> http://houston.skirt.com/node/20698#comments Houston independent playful Soul Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:53:11 -0400