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What’s up everyone 👋 Just hopped on The Livable Forest. Can’t wait to connect with some local folks!
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Houston, get your summer back. ????????
Khalid is bringing the It’s Always Summer Somewhere Tour to 713 Music Hall on Thursday, June 18, 2026 (7:30 PM) — with special guest Lauv.
Texas mini-run (back-to-back-to-back):
Irving: Wed, June 17 — Toyota Music Factory
Houston: Thu, June 18 — 713 Music Hall
Austin: Fri, June 19 — Moody Amphitheater
Tickets: presales roll through the week,…
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Buzzy R&B artist Khalid brings summer back to Houston on 2026 tour
Texas R&B and pop artist Khalid is hitting the road for his 2026 It's Always Summer Somewhere Tour, including a stop at the 713 Music Hall in downtown Houston on June 18, 2026.
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Hollywood legend James L. Brooks is back — but this comeback isn’t landing like
If you grew up on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Terms of Endearment (yes, three Oscars), or you credit him as one of the creative engines behind The Simpsons, you already know Brooks’ impact is huge. Now at 85, and 15 years after his last film, he’s back in the director’s chair with Ella McCay — and early reaction is that it stumbles, with a story…
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Star TV producer James L. Brooks stumbles with meandering movie Ella McCay
The impact that writer/director/producer James L. Brooks has made on Hollywood cannot be understated. The 85-year-old created The Mary Tyler Moore Show, personally won three Oscars for Terms of Endearment, and was one of the driving forces behind The Simpsons, … Continue reading
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Texas families are running the numbers
Texas families are running the numbers — because childcare prices are making “should one of us stay home?” a real conversation. 🧾👶🏾🏡
A recent SmartAsset analysis looked at what it takes for one parent to earn enough for the other to stay home and raise one child — and in Texas (statewide, not just Houston), they found the minimum income comes…
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Texas families need to make this much money for one parent to stay home
As the cost of raising a child balloons in major cities like Houston, many families are weighing the choice between paying for child care or having one parent stay home full-time.
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H-E-B is officially in its travel era — and it’s adorable. ??????????
Instead of opening another mega-sized store, the Texas favorite is going mini with airport vending machine pop-ups that are popping up for holiday travelers — complete with free swag at major Texas airports.
Houston spots to catch it:
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George Bush Intercontinental (IAH): Sunday, December 14
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Houston Hobby (HOU): Tuesday, December 16
So if you’re…
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H-E-B delights Texas travelers with airport vending machine pop-ups
New H-E-B stores seem to be getting bigger and bigger, but its newest locations is taking the opposite track. The beloved San Antonio grocery store is surprising holiday travelers with tiny vending machine pop-ups, offering free swag at Texas' major … Continue reading
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Houston holiday nightlife is doing the absolute most — and we love it. ????
🎄✨ Since one roundup of 14 bars clearly wasn’t enough, here are 9 more spots going all-in with over-the-top Christmas decor, themed moments, and festive sips all season long.
Atlas Ultra Lounge (Galleria area)
No need to be a Grinch… because Whoville has officially taken over. 💚🎁
Go big with the Grinchmas Glow Tree ($45) — a mini Christmas…houston.culturemap.com
9 more Houston bars with over-the-top Christmas decor and festive sips
Since one roundup of 14 bars isn’t enough for Houston’s holiday bar scene, here are even more festive spots transforming their spaces with lights, themes, and seasonal sips.
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Foodies of Houston — this one is for the Vietnamese food lovers. ?????????
In this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” CultureMap editor Eric Sandler pulled together a dream panel and ran a fantasy football–style draft… but make it delicious. Instead of players, they drafted their favorite Vietnamese dishes and the Houston restaurants that do them best. 🍜🔥
The draft crew included:
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Stevie Vu (Chowdown in Chinatown…
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Food experts draft the best dishes at Vietnamese restaurants in Houston
On this week’s episode of “What’s Eric Eating,” CultureMap editor Eric Sandler recruited five of his friends and colleagues to select their favorite dishes at Vietnamese restaurants in Houston via a fantasy football-style draft.
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???? Morning Mindset: Boundaries Edition
Good morning, Forest fam. 🌿
Quick reminder: boundaries aren’t rude — they’re leadership.
If you’ve been over-explaining, over-giving, or over-extending… today is your permission slip to tighten it up.Not everybody deserves:
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instant access to you
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your emotional labor
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your time on demand
Your life gets lighter the moment you stop…
What boundary are you strengthening this season?
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What’s up everyone 👋 Just hopped on The Livable Forest. Can’t wait to connect with some local folks!
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Okay ladies… are we decorating for the house or for Instagram?
Because I did a quick Central Market-Houston + Crate and Barrel run last night and came home with the easiest little holiday upgrade — clean, cozy, and it looks way more expensive than it is.
I grabbed Central Market cypress trees (one small, one larger) and paired them with Crate &…
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Vendors Please Understand This ...
Just to be clear: the vendor list isn’t published anywhere or shared with the public. It’s something I keep just for you guys behind the scenes. There isn’t really a rhyme or reason to it — I’ve simply found it helps vendors feel more at ease.
And even if you weren’t on this list, you’re still confirmed in my master database, so I already…
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KINGWOOD — TOMORROW IS OUR CHRISTMAS MARKET!
Tomorrow 12PM – 5PM
Y’all… it’s giving small-town Hallmark vibes right here at Kingwood Town Center Park and I need everybody outside.
Come shop GOOD local vendors, grab your holiday goodies, let the kids meet the petting zoo, catch the performances, and just soak up that…
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New in Humble: Golden Chick is officially open inside the Walmart Supercenter!
Golden Chick just opened a fresh new location in the Humble-area Walmart on FM 1960 — giving shoppers (and nearby neighbors) an easy, full-menu option while you’re out running errands.
Yes, it’s available for mobile ordering + third-party delivery, too.
This…
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FINAL UPDATE
Click the link to see the updated list and map. If your number isn’t on the map it’s because I will place you. I will see you at 8am tomorrow. IT’S ALSO PINNED TO THE TOP OF THE GROUP FEED.
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Visit the post for more.
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Tonight feels like a chapter closing. ?????
Tomorrow is my last event of the year — and I’m doing it with my mama by my side. ❤️
🎄 Kingwood Christmas Market
📍 Kingwood Town Center Park
🛍️ Good shopping, holiday vibes, and the kind of small-town magic we all love.
Come see us tomorrow and let
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Woooo! 2026 will be great!!!
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?@Thao? YEEESSS !!! See you tomorrow!
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What’s up everyone 👋 Just hopped on The Livable Forest. Can’t wait to connect with some local folks!
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🎄✨ KINGWOOD — TOMORROW IS OUR CHRISTMAS MARKET! ✨🎄
📍 Kingwood Town Center Park
🗓️ Tomorrow 12PM – 5PM
Y’all… it’s giving small-town Hallmark vibes right here at Kingwood Town Center Park and I need everybody outside. 😌💚
Come shop GOOD local vendors, grab your holiday goodies, let the kids meet the petting zoo, catch the performances, and just soak…
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