Head to the Memorial District to shop for your fall wardrobe. Shops throughout the District offer the hottest looks of the season including animal prints, bold colors, leather designs, casual Americana and classic looks that never go out of style.
Wide leg trouser are once again back in style as well as the boyfriend blazer. Animal print and faux fur are more popular than ever. The new look in jeans; look for high-rise styles. Pair them with a nude turtleneck sweater tucked in with a belt and you have a classic go-to look. Sock boot and knee-high boots are making a major comeback especially in animal prints.
Fashionable coats include the warm and comfortable teddy coat, quilted puffer styles and long and flowing menswear-style coats. Houndstooth, of course is always in season no matter what year it is.
As for purses, everything from tiny over-the-shoulder bags to bucket-shaped handbags were seen on the runways of Louis Vuitton, Hermes and Saint Laurent. New shapes and sizes are definitely popular for the fall.
In menswear, the sharp-dressed man and casual chic are the way to go. Camel coats, corduroy jeans, and neck scarfs are all on the it list.
With the District’s wide selection of stores at City Centre, Memorial City, and Town and Country Village you will find everything you need to make your fall wardrobe complete. Make a day of it, bring a friend and after a long day of shopping enjoy a refreshing beverage and delicious dinner at one of our many restaurants. Check our directory to plan your trip.
Photos courtesy of Marlo Miller Boutique.
The Queensbury Theatre Tribble School announced their Fall Season and it’s filled with lively performances and fun for people of all ages.
Little Shop Of Horrors with performances October 25, 26, 27 and 30 and November 1 and 2:
Feed the need for musical hilarity with this delicious sci-fi smash about a man-eating plant. A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for over 30 years.
Matilda the Musical with performances November 9 – 16:
Based off the book by Roald Dahl. The story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.
A Chorus Line with performances November 21-23:
A Chorus Line is a stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway chorus audition. Exploring the inner lives and poignant ambitions of professional Broadway gypsies, the show features one powerhouse number after another.
Dance Concert with performance December 6-7:
Come enjoy an evening filled with Ballet, Tap, Jazz, and Hip-Hop performed by the most talented students in Houston. Featuring Junior and Senior Dance Company.
Tickets sales for each show are starting soon. Don’t miss your chance to see world class shows in the Memorial District.
QueensburyTheatre.org
713-467-4497
Notice to Property Owners in
Harris County Municipal Management District #1
aka Memorial Management District
The Memorial Management District is issuing a call for utility burial projects in accordance with its established term sheet (found below). Qualified projects could receive up to 60% reimbursement for actual construction costs. Interested property owners must respond to this notice by October 1, 2019 to be eligible for 2020 reimbursement. Please send your request and project description to:
Memorial Management District
Attn: Pat Walters
9821 Katy Freeway, Suite 180
Houston, TX 77024
patw@3.214.207.131
Term Sheet for Utility Burial Reimbursement Agreement
I. Call for Projects
a. At the end of each fiscal year, the Board will determine available funds for utility burial reimbursement projects for the following fiscal year. Based on the availability of funds and any outstanding reimbursement obligations, the Board will issue a request to all District property owners for application to the District for utility burial projects expected to be completed during the following fiscal year.
b. All applications must be submitted to the District within 30 days of the request issued by the Board.
c. Property owners must respond to the District's notice of award within 60 days indicating owner's intent to participate in the Program for the following fiscal year.
d. The Board will enter into a reimbursement agreement with applicants for reimbursement of up to sixty percent (60%) of the construction costs (not design costs) to bury overhead utility lines within the District, subject to all of the following criteria:
i. The overhead utilities to be relocated must be located within the boundaries of the District and adjacent to public streets.
ii. The overhead utilities must be relocated underground within either public street right-of-way or a utility easement.
iii. Reimbursement will be for out-of-pocket construction costs only (not design costs). Applicants will be required to provide the necessary easement(s) and design engineering at their sole cost and expense.
II. Allocation of Reimbursement
a. If the District enters into reimbursement agreements with more than one applicant in the first fiscal year, the Board will determine the allocation of available funds for reimbursement during the first year of the project's reimbursement period based on estimated reimbursable project costs.
b. In subsequent years, project owners which were not fully reimbursed for a utility burial reimbursement project in the prior fiscal year(s) will be reimbursed pro-rata in the same proportions prior to reimbursements being made for projects to be completed that fiscal year.
c. Any project which is the subject of a reimbursement agreement which is not completed during the fiscal year designated in such reimbursement agreement will be required to reapply for reimbursement during a future fiscal year.
III. Request for Reimbursement
a. Upon completion of a utility burial project, project owners must submit the following documentation for payment:
i. Summary of payment of eligible costs
ii. Proof of contractor payments and waivers of liens
iii. Evidence of project acceptance by applicable utility provider’s
b. A reimbursement audit will be prepared by the District's auditor prior to release of funds.
Tap in to your inner Picasso at Pinot's Palette in Memorial City!
Whether you’ve painted since you were a child or you’ve never picked up a paintbrush, that’s okay. Everyone leaves with a personalized one-of-a-kind painting to gift or to proudly frame and display on your wall.
It’s the perfect idea for date night, girl’s or friend’s night out, bachelorette and birthday parties, family fun, team-building activities or personal time. All you have to bring is yourself, your favorite alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages and snacks, and a little creativity. Pinot’s Palette provides the rest, including all painting supplies, an apron and an artist instructor who walks you through a step-by-step process to creating your best art ever.
You can paint the classics such as Monet and Van Gogh recreations, or choose from a variety of featured themes such as sunsets and landscapes, animals and nature, flowers, patriotic, holidays, seasonal, galaxies and so much more. Custom options also are available for private events – you can even create a painting of your pet.
Looking for the perfect date night? Pinot’s Palette in Memorial City also offers ‘Date Night’ paintings where you and a date will each paint your own canvas that will fit together to create one large masterpiece. What a great way to celebrate an anniversary!
Your inner artist is just waiting to create a work of art you’re sure to treasure forever!
Details:
Pinot’s Palette is a Houston - based company with franchises available.
Pinot’s Palette - Memorial City
12343 Kingsride Lane, Houston, TX
713-973-2086
Contrary to popular belief, a majority of Houston’s homeless population is actually made up of women and their children. That’s why, on Sunday, September 1, the New 93Q Country and Memorial City Mall are teaming up to gather baby supplies for the Star of Hope Labor Day Baby Drive.
Some of the essential items needed are diapers, baby bottles, sippy cups, Pedialyte, baby formula, bibs, baby socks, pacifiers and so much more. A lot of these items can be purchased that day at Target in Memorial City mall.
Remember, many of these items will go a long way for a family or mother in need. So please donate what you can.
Come on out to this fun event for a great cause! You can meet the DJs from The New 93Q as they broadcast live from the mall all day long playing your favorite country songs.
http://www.memorialcity.com/events/#labor-day-baby-drive-benefiting-the-star-of-hope.
Houston restaurants week is back starting August 1 and running through September 2. Just like last year, the Memorial District has a number of exceptional restaurants participating. The event benefits a wonderful local cause, the Houston Food Bank, which distributes 83 million nutritious meals and feeds 800,000 individuals each year throughout the southeast Texas region. For each gourmet meal you enjoy, a portion of the funds helps to feed those in need in our community.
The menus are also often a wonderful value so it's a great way to treat yourself. Make it a romantic date or use it as an excuse to get together with friends. The event will take place for a month so you can pick a restaurant or two each week and enjoy a culinary adventure right here in the Memorial District.
These are Memorial District restaurants currently confirmed for 2019. Check the Houston Restaurant Weeks website to see special menus offered during this time.
Queensbury Theatre is a truly unique asset within the west Houston community. Not only does it offer world-class performances and enjoyable entertainment, its additional features make it a wonderful benefit to the Memorial District.
The Tribble School
Do you have a budding actor/actress in the family? The Tribble School for the Performing Arts provides stage training for children of all ages. Whether or not a child wants to be a theatre professional, the experience of appearing on stage has a lifetime of value. The school is led by a staff that includes a two-time Emmy nominee and others who are full-time professional artists residing in Houston. The Tribble School places an emphasis on core values, self-awareness and confidence, creativity, collaboration, communication and listening skills and dedication.
Event Space
How about having your next corporate event, meeting or party at the Theatre? There are venues available for rental use.
All of the spaces enjoy the availability of full production capabilities including sound, lighting, audio/video, and set design and construction. The Theatre is surrounded by a wide variety of fine restaurants which can cater events in the venue.
July is National Ice Cream month and it’s one of our favorite celebrations! Stop by any number of places in the Memorial District where you can grab a cup or cone to celebrate.
If you are out shopping at Memorial City Mall, you can pick from Yogurtland, Marble Slab Creamery, TCBY or try a popsicle at Popfancy Pops.
At CityCentre you can choose between refreshing gelato while you grab a coffee at Fellini Gelato & Café or self-serve frozen yogurt at Red Mango.
in Town & Country Village check out Creamistry where they take ice cream to a whole new level by offering made to order liquid nitrogen ice cream or stop by Ooh La La Sweets for a freshly made gelato or milkshake.
There are more options in the Memorial District like Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt on Kingsride and if you are enjoying a nice Italian meal at Ciro’s, don’t forget to end it with their wonderful homemade gelato.
And if you are looking for a whole pint or quart to take home, stop by HEB or Randall’s and pick out your favorite flavor.
Beat the July heat with your favorite cool treat. With all these options, every month can be National Ice Cream Month in the District.
It's easy to get caught up in the busyness of the season, but don't let the hustle and bustle of Christmas shopping stop you from enjoying the fun holiday treats Memorial City Mall has on offer!
SANTA: Pop by St. Nick's Park in the Dillard's wing at from now until Christmas Eve between 8:00am and 10:00pm (8:00am - 6:00pm on Christmas Eve), and tell Santa what's on your wish list! Don't have time for a long line? Sign up at http://www.mcsantaexpress.com/ to reserve your space ahead of time. The reservation service costs $10, but that money can be applied to a Santa photo package.
REINDEER: While you're visiting St. Nick and getting your last-minute shopping in, keep an eye out for the iconic Memorial City Reindeer. The eigh-foot tall reindeer make daily appearances at the mall, dancing and drumming to the delight of shoppers.
SNOW: Finally, make sure to stop by The Square-the mall's new outdoor green space located just outside the skating rink by California Pizza Kitchen. They have daily, half-hour snowfall a noon during the week and at 4pm on the weekends.
Looking for a festive holiday show right here in the Memorial District? Don't miss the last weekend of the Queensbury Theatre's Christmas Celebration. Filled with familiar holiday songs, exciting dance performances, spoken passages, and a live performance of the Peanut’s television classic, A Charlie Brown Christmas, this original holiday show is sure to warm your heart and fill you with the spirit of the season. Hosted by local television and radio personality St. John Flynn, the Christmas Celebration includes an enchanting children’s chorus and an adult cast of some of Houston’s most amazing musical theatre performers accompanied by a live, onstage band.
The last week of the show runs Thursday, December 14 - Sunday, December 18, with matinees both Saturday and Sunday. For tickets or more information check out the Queensbury Theatre website.