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Small Places Transitions to a 501(c)(3) as its East End Urban Farm, Finca Tres Robles, Pauses Field Operations to Prepare for Move to Long-Sought Permanent Home

Dan Joyce

Nov 1 | 21

longest-serving urban farms, Finca Tres Robles, is getting ready for some big changes in the year ahead. Umbrella organization Small Places is transitioning to a 501(c)(3) to help revamp the farm and increase its impact in serving the East End community. In the months ahead, Finca Tres Robles will be celebrating 7.5 years of work in the East End as it pauses field operations at the end of 2021 to prepare for its next chapter.

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An East End Legacy: Ninfa Laurenzo

Dan Joyce

Mar 31 | 21

Brought to you by the East End Houston Cultural District with support from theÂ Houston Mayor’s Office of Cultural AffairsÂ and theÂ Houston Arts Alliance. Produced by the stellar team atÂ The Storyhive.Â Our many thanks toÂ The Original Ninfa’s,Â El Tiempo Cantina- Navigation,Â Rep. Christina Morales, and most importantly the Laurenzo family for their help with telling this iconic East End story.

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Navarro Middle School Launches Leading Leopard Market

Dan Joyce

Nov 5 | 19

Beginning in November, Navarro Middle School will begin hosting a twice-a-month school market program on the first and third Tuesday of each month. The Leading Leopard Market, backed by the Houston Food Bank, will be open from 4pm to 7pm. Community members will also be able to visit the market on non-distribution days in the event of an emergency.

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5th Annual Magnolia Park Dia de los Muertos Block Party Returns November 3rd

Dan Joyce

Oct 24 | 18

The 5th Annual Magnolia Park Día de los Muertos Block Party celebrates the proud and industrious neighborhood of Magnolia Park with an afternoon of live performances; community altar-building and ofrendas-offerings; an unprecedented historical exhibit; family-friendly games and contests; a marketplace featuring artisan wares from local vendors; award-winning lowriders; and more!

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Scenes from the 2017 East End Street Fest con Corazón

Dan Joyce

Nov 3 | 17

The 2017 East End Street Fest con Corazón took place on the award-winning Navigation Esplanade on Saturday, October 21st. In partnership with the Houston East End Chamber of Commerce, the Greater East End Management District-produced festival returned for its sixth year. Festival goers reported that this year’s festival was the best one yet. With a fully-activated kid zone, over 60 artisan vendors, thirteen local vendors, and a full day’s worth of musical and dance entertainment, the 2017 East End Street Festival con Corazón, benefiting Hurricane Harvey Relief welcomed over 5,000 attendees to the Navigation Esplanade in the heart East End Houston. Join us next year on October 20, 2018!

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The East End to Offer a “Super Buen Tiempo” during Super Bowl Week

Dan Joyce

Jan 18 | 17

Tourists and Houston residents will have an opportunity to experience the unique flavor of the East End, Houston’s birthplace, during Super Bowl LI. The completion of the METRORail Green Line along Harrisburg Boulevard will allow history, photography, and foodie enthusiasts ample opportunity to indulge in what the East End has to offer.