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MECA PRESENTS UPCOMING EVENTS

Co-presented by AARP Houston

1900 Kane St, Houston, TX 77007

A Serenade to Our Lady of Guadalupe, featuring a Night Market, musical performances by MECA Mariachi Alumni, and dance performances by MECA Ballet Folklorico. This event is FREE to attend!

CALL FOR ARTISTS!

Interested in having your art in MECA’s Guadalupana exhibit?

Complete the application here:

Call For Artists – Fiesta Guadalupana

Reenactment of the Journey to Bethlehem

Co-presented by AARP

1900 Kane St, Houston, TX 77007

A community-based reenactment of Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem with original processional music. This event is FREE to attend!

Free hot chocolate and pan dulce, with a special surprise for kids after the journey back to MECA!

1900 Kane St, Houston, TX 77007

Por medio de esta fabulosa comedia didactica La Chona nos educa del origen de nuestra comida, decoraciones y celebraciones Navideñas.

Through this fabulous didactic comedy, La Chona educates us about the origin of our food, decorations and Christmas celebrations.

This performance will be in Spanish

Entrada/Tickets

Adultos/Adults – $10

Niños menores de 12 años/Children under 12 – $5

Acompañe a MECA y Grupo de Teatro Indigo para La Pastorela: Los Pastores a Belén, domingo 18 de diciembre a las 6:30 p.m. en 333 S. Jensen Dr. Houston, TX 77003

Sobre la obra de teatro: Continuando con su misión de compartir las tradiciones Mexicanas con la comunidad, Grupo de Teatro Índigo se une con MECA para presentar esta linda Pastorela, “Los Pastores a Belén”. Toda la familia puede reír y divertirse con Gila y Juan que intentan llegar a Belén por órdenes del ángel Gabriel. Son guiados por la hermosa Estrella de Belén, pero en el camino se topan con el malvado Lucifer que los pone en una guerra de trampas para que no lleguen a su destino. A través de la obra, los niños aprenderán la importancia de la honestidad, y los valores familiares.

This performance will be in Spanish with English subtitles.

Entrada/Tickets

Adultos/Adults – $10

Niños menores de 12 años/Children under 12 – $5

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Mundial de Qatar 2022: Arabia Saudí – México

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México ha ganado a Arabia Saudí en el tercer partido de la fase de grupos del Mundial de Qatar(1-2).

A pesar de la victoria, México no consigue clasificarse para octavos de final, aunque Argentina también haya ganado a Polonia (0-2).

Un gol de Aldawsari para Arabia Saudí en los últimos minutos del tiempo añadido rompieron el sueño de la selección mexicana, que fue muy superior durante todo el partido. En el inicio de la segunda parte Henry Martin marcó el primero y solo unos segundos después Luis Chávez hizo el segundo.

Con ese resultado, México seguía fuera del Mundial por la diferencia de tarjetas amarillas, a pesar de estar empatado a puntos y a goles con Polonia.

La selección norteamericana buscó el tercer gol durante toda la segunda parte y tuvo varias ocasiones para conseguirlo. Finalmente Argentina y Polonia son las clasificadas del grupo C para octavos de final.

Source: elpais

Harris County Spared as 2022 Hurricane Season Ends

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Harris County officials are marking the end of the 2022 Hurricane Season on November 30. There were no tropical weather impacts on the county or the Texas Gulf Coast.

“While we are grateful to have been spared tropical weather this year, Harris County residents should remember that being prepared is a year-round responsibility,” said Mark Sloan, Harris County’s Coordinator for Homeland Security & Emergency Management. “We are moving into colder weather, and there are always events we cannot predict. Do not let your guard down now.”

For the season, which began June 1, there were fourteen named storms with only Tropical Storms Alex and Colin and Hurricanes Ian and Nicole making landfall in the United States. Hurricanes Fiona and Ian were the only major hurricanes, with winds in excess of 111 mph. Ian, a Category 4 hurricane, devastated southwest Florida after making landfall near Ft Myers in late September. Ian moved across the state and back into the Atlantic Ocean, where it made a second landfall in South Carolina. Fiona made landfall in Puerto Rico as a Category 1 hurricane, eventually moving up the Atlantic into Canada.

According to the National Hurricane Center, this year’s activity was in line with seasonal guidance issued by the agency.

Disaster preparedness tools, including preparedness checklists, hurricane brochures, and resources for kids, are available at www.readyharris.org.

Así le hemos contado el México – Polonia: la selección mexicana empata sin goles contra Polonia con Ochoa como héroe

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Es tiempo de Mundial. México se estrenó con un empate frente a una dura Polonia (0-0), guiada por Robert Lewandowski. El delantero del Barcelona falló un penalti que pudo cambiar el desenlace del partido. Guillermo Ochoa, guardameta mexicano de 37 años, atajó al costado izquierdo. Se trataba de un duelo clave para el grupo C después de la derrota de Argentina (1-2) frente a Arabia Saudí, ya que la albiceleste era la máxima favorita para pasar como primera de grupo. Ahora, México se medirá el sábado contra una Argentina que aspira a renacer, mientras que Arabia Saudí quiere seguir como sorpresa frente a los polacos.

Primer mexicano en atajar un penalti desde 1930

​​​​​​​Los mexicanos no habían tenido suerte en cuanto a los penaltis. La última vez que un portero atajó fue en el primer Mundial en un encuentro contra Argentina. El encargado fue Oscar Bonfiglio. Ochoa juega su tercer Mundial y puede decir que le frustró todo a Lewandowski.

La imagen de la deportividad

Lewandowski no pudo ante los guantes de Ochoa. El meta mexicano ve en el penalti atajado una forma de redención ante estos cuatro años en los que no ha brillado en el fútbol mexicano con el América.

Richard Reyes aka Pancho Claus

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Pancho Claus is celebrating his formances are State Senator Carol 41st Anniversary this year as Alvarado, former Houston Commu- the Creator of Pancho Claus.

Richard founded the Talen- to Bilingue Cultural Center in 1981 and has written several plays including one dealing with the problems in Bilingual Education entitled “From Second Ward to Ben Taub in Thirty Days. This play was written in 1982 and he hopes things have improved for the better since then.

Pancho Claus was created in 1981 as a Children’s Play. The project has since evolved into the Pancho Claus Show Band and participates in many Parades and Christmas appearances throughout the Houston Area and collects and distributes over 15,000 gifts to Houston Area Children.

Some notable cast members as children in the Pancho Claus Per-

Assistant Police Chief Patricia Cantu, and Grammy & Golden Globe winner Rodney Alejandro.

Richard Reyes is a contributing member of the Houston Community volunteering his services as Vice-President of the Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau, President of the Greater Houston LULAC Council 4967, President, the Multicultural Arts Committee of Houston, Board Member of the Cultural Arts Council of Houston and much more. He is now the director of Pancho Claus Arts located at the Latino Learning Center.

On his Birthday November 5th 2021, Mayor Sylvester Turner Proclaimed November 5th as Richard Reyes Day.

Governor Abbott Readies State Resources Ahead Of Winter Weather Threats

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Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to ready state emergency response resources in anticipation of potential winter weather threats, severe storms, and flash flooding expected across Texas tomorrow through late Friday night.

The National Weather Service has indicated winter storm watches are in effect along the Interstate 27 corridor with potential for four to six inches of snow and isolated higher amounts possible in the Panhandle and West Texas. Weather models show a marginal risk of excessive rainfall and severe storms for much of East and Southeast Texas, bringing threats of flash flooding, damaging winds, and possible tornadoes.

“The State of Texas is proactively preparing for winter weather and severe storms expected to impact Texas this week,” said Governor Abbott. “As we continue monitoring weather conditions, Texans are urged to remain weather-aware and follow the guidance of state and local officials to keep themselves and their loved ones safe. We also thank all of the brave emergency response personnel who are spending time away from their families to protect our communities and their fellow Texans this Thanksgiving season.”

At the direction of the Governor, TDEM has requested the following state agencies identify available resources to support winter weather and severe weather response operations across the state:

  • Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
  • Texas A&M Forest Service
  • Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
  • Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
  • Texas National Guard
  • Texas Department of State Health Services
  • Texas Department of Public Safety
  • Texas Department of Transportation
  • Public Utility Commission of Texas
  • Railroad Commission of Texas
  • Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

Additionally, the Texas Department of Transportation has begun treating roadways across West and Northwest Texas ahead of winter weather.

Texans can access winter weather safety tips by visiting ready.gov/winter and locate severe weather safety information at ready.gov/severe-weather.

DEPARTMENT OF NEIGHBORHOODS ANNOUNCES COMPLETE COMMUNITIES UNIVERSITY Fall 2022 GRADUATES

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33 residents complete leadership training
with focus on civic engagement strategies

Houston – The Department of Neighborhoods (DON) is proud to announce the Complete Communities University (CCU) Fall 2022 Class graduation. Thirty-three aspiring community leaders from neighborhoods throughout the City received certificates of course completion at a graduation ceremony held on November 16, 2022 at City Hall. The program featured a key address by Mayor Sylvester Turner and remarks by Shannon Buggs, Director of the Mayor’s Office of Complete Communities, TaKasha Francis, DON Director, and CCU staff.

CCU is an 8-week online and in-person course for residents committed to making a positive impact in their communities. Course topics include leadership development through civic engagement, volunteerism, and voter education; how city and county governments function and impact neighborhoods; and how to effectively navigate City services and local resources. The classes are conducted by DON staff with expertise in civic engagement and knowledge of Houston neighborhoods and feature presentations by subject experts with City departments and partner organizations.


                   Complete Communities University – Class of Fall 2022

     

Mayor Sylvester Turner addresses CCU graduates

“I congratulate each of the Complete Communities University graduates.Through hard work, they have enhanced their community engagement and commitment to improving neighborhoods that are historically under-resourced and underserved,” said Mayor Turner. “As the third graduating class of Complete Communities University, they have demonstrated leadership, dedication, and collaboration. They now have a deeper understanding of the importance of private-public partnerships to improve our City, especially the 10 Complete Communities. I am confident that Houston will be led with integrity and grit to the next generation.”

“Complete Communities University is designed to teach Houstonians how our City operates so each of us can effectively advocate for our neighbors and ourselves,” said Director Buggs, “Graduating from this eight-week course is an achievement that demonstrates each person’s commitment to making Houston the most equitable city in the world. We look forward to seeing how these newest CCU graduates use what they learned to elevate the quality of life throughout Houston.”

“Citizen participation is the key to building strong communities, and CCU provides a forum for us to share knowledge with aspiring leaders and explore strategies for tapping people resources that exist in every neighborhood,” said Director Francis. “The goal is to get residents involved in actions that give them a voice and the prospect of results, such as participation in civic clubs and volunteer community projects and playing an active role in government affairs as advocates and voters. Congratulations to our 33 graduates! We look forward to continuing our relationship to support your efforts.”

CCU Fall 2022 Graduates
Eileen Keller, City Council District A
Shanericka Mathew, City Council District A, Acres Homes*
Shaundra Jacobs, City Council District A
Hannah Rodriguez, City Council District B, Acres Homes*
Frederick Woods, City Council District B
Kimberly Satterwhite, City Council District B
Aja Edwards-Smith, City Council District B
Kyle Maronie, City Council District B, Kashmere Gardens*
Tedrick Holmes, City Council District B, Kashmere Gardens*
Benjamin Chou, City Council District C
Angel Zepeda, City Council District  C
Ifran Bhaidani, City Council District C
Faith Harper, City Council District D, Third Ward*
Juenell Jackson, City Council District D, Sunnyside*
Iva Jean-Jacques, City Council District D, Sunnyside*
Victor Chironda, City Council District D, Third Ward*
Julia Salas, City Council District E
Patricio Fuentes, City Council District E
Ray Soto, City Council District E
Alex Morales, City Council District G, Gulfton*
Tyler Martin, City Council District H, Second Ward*
Marian Wright, City Council District H, Near Northside*
Kevian Conley, City Council District I
Lilly Cortez, City Council District I, Magnolia Park-Manchester*
Melonie Curry, City Council District I, Third Ward*
Kahlia Columbus, City Council District K, Sunnyside*
Tameka Bannarbie, City Council District K, Fort Bend Houston*
Dannika Simpson, City Council District K, Fort Bend Houston*
Gwendolyn Smith-Johnson, City Council District K
Pedro Sepulveda, City Council  At-Large
Shan Goa, City Council At-Large
Elise Ngameni, City Council At-Large
Truong Lam, City Council At-Large

*Designated a Complete Community under the mayor’s initiative benefiting historically under-resourced and under-served neighborhoods.

CCU Spring 2023 Session
The CCU Spring 2023 session will run March 8 to April 26. The 8-week course will be conducted in person and online via Microsoft Teams on Wednesdays, 6-8:30 p.m. In-person classes will be held at the City Hall Annex, 902 Bagby St.  Applications will be accepted from January 3 to February 8. For more information, go to www.houstontx.gov/neighborhoods/ccu.html or call DON’s Office of Neighborhood Engagement at 832-393-1061.

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About Complete Communities University
Complete Communities University was introduced in 2018 by the Planning and Development Department as part of Mayor Sylvester Turner’s Complete Communities initiative. The Department of Neighborhoods relaunched the program in the fall of 2021, introducing a new curriculum for emerging community leaders and opening participation to residents from all Houston neighborhoods. The 8-weekcourse focuses on leadership strategies to promote civic engagement, volunteerism, and voter education. The course also explores how city and county governments function and relate to neighborhoods and how to effectively access City and community services and resources.

‘Tis the Season for BARC’s 2022 “Home for the Holidays” Campaign

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HOUSTON – BARC, the City of Houston’s Animal Shelter and Adoption Center, is once again offering Houstonians a chance to help our furry friends find a “Home for the Holidays” with the annual holiday-themed adoption and wellness campaign. Special adoption pricing will be available on select days in November and December thanks to the sponsorship of Proler Industries and the Bissell Pet Foundation.

2022 “Home for the Holidays” campaign events include:

  • Nov 26-27: Reduced Adoption Fees for all pets five months or older
    • 3300 Carr St. from 12 – 5 p.m.
  • Nov 26: Offsite Adoption Event at Saint Arnold Beer Garden
    • 2000 Lyons Ave., from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Dec 3: FREE pet microchips for City of Houston residents at BARC
    • 3300 Carr St., from 8 – 10 a.m.
  • Dec 3: Offsite Adoption Event @ Powder Keg PAWliday Market
    • 1300 Brittmoore Rd., from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Dec 1-11: BISSELL Pet Foundation Empty The Shelters Event. Waived Adoption Fees!
    • 3300 Carr St., from 12 – 5 p.m.
  • Dec 10: FREE pet pantry with Houston Humane Society at BARC
    • 3300 Carr St., from 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
  • Dec 11: BARC Bazaar – volunteer and rescue donation exchange
    • 3300 Carr St., from 12 – 5 p.m.
  • Dec 17-24: Home for the Holidays Reduced Adoption Fee event
    • 3300 Carr St., from 12 – 5 p.m.
  • Dec 17-18: Santa pictures at BARC brought to you by our partners at Friends of BARC
    • 3300 Carr St., from 12 – 5 p.m.

For more information about the upcoming Home for the Holidays campaign, visit www.houstonbarc.com. Learn more about how you can help our furry friends at BARC: https://www.houstontx.gov/barc/get_involved.html.
About BARC

BARC, the City of Houston’s Animal Shelter and Adoption Center, takes in more than 25,000 animals annually regardless of behavior, breed, or medical condition. BARC works each day to improve Houstonians and their pets’ health and safety by pioneering programs such as low-cost and no-cost spay/neuter services, mobile adoptions, transfer/rescue partnerships, and community outreach.

Through these programs and with community partners’ support, BARC’s live release rate has continued to improve and reached 91.5% in the fiscal year 2022.

Visit www.houstonbarc.com or www.Facebook.com/BARCHouston for more information.

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