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Nutcracker Market
NOvember 8 to 11
Over 325 national and international merchants, The annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market offers unique items for the entire family, including home décor, gourmet food, apparel, accessories, toys, garden items, and much more … just in time for holiday shopping!
The Nutcracker Market takes place November 8 to 11 at Reliant Center.... More ...
Veterans Day Celebration
November 11
On Sunday, November 11, 2012, the City of Houston will show support of our Armed Forces as we celebrate the 13th Annual Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day Celebration.
On behalf of Mayor Annise Parker, we wish to extend a special invitation for you to participate in the parade by entering your marching unit, band, military vehicle or float.
Sponsorship Information also available. More ...
Wortham Center Tree Lighting
November 21
Hundreds of Houston-area children will celebrate the beginning of the holiday season at the Wortham Center Tree Lighting Ceremony, a joyous, colorful festival held in the Grand Foyer of the Wortham Theater Center downtown. The highlight of the event will occur when the Sugar Plum Fairy illuminates 8,000 twinkling lights on Wortham Theater Center's 25-foot tall Christmas tree, beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 21. The festivities will include visits by costumed characters from Houston Ballet's The Nutcracker, including life-sized fuzzy mice and soldiers. ... More ...
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Airport System Launches Aviation Club to Boost the Next Generation of Aviation and Aerospace Leaders
Fiscal Responsibility and "My Tax Dollars at Work" Web Pages
"This webpage will provide a detailed look at the tough decisions we’ve been making, ... More ...
To see how your annual property taxes pay for all the services provided by the City of Houston enter your property's appraised value on this new site. ... More ...
Annise D. Parker, Mayor
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