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Houston's social calendar for the week of June 16

1 week ago | axios.com | Shafaq Patel |Jay Jordan

Illustration: Lindsey Bailey/Axiosğ¦ Watch "Batman and Robin" at the River Oaks Theatre with Bedrock City Comics Monday. Tickets are $15. 7:30pm. ğ Enjoy part 1 of "The Legends of the Chinese Zodiac" at Miller Outdoor Theatre on Tuesday. Free. 11am. Then, catch part 2 at 11am Wednesday. ğ®ğ¹ See the Italian film "Il Nibbio" at Houston's Consulate General of Italy on Wednesday. Free. 7pm.
Houston readies for protests as Abbott deploys National Guard

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Jay Jordan |Asher Price

Houston police responding to protests in 2020. Photo: Marie D. De Jesus/Houston Chronicle via Getty ImagesCity leaders say they're equipped to handle planned protests this weekend in Houston, while Gov. Greg Abbott says he will deploy the Texas National Guard "to ensure peace & order."Why it matters: Abbott's decision comes amid a national debate about the militarization of law enforcement and the rights of protestors as thousands are expected to protest during "No Kings Day" on Saturday.
Quote du jour: Abbott doesn't mince words

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Shafaq Patel |Jay Jordan

"Peaceful protesting is legal. But once you cross the line, you will be arrested. FAFO."ā Gov. Greg Abbott posted on X, hours after hundreds of protestors began marching Monday night at the Texas Capitol. The acronym "FAFO" means "Fāk around, find out."
Anti-Trump protest planned outside Houston City Hall

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Jay Jordan |Avery Lotz |April Rubin

Houston protesters in Montrose this week. Photo: Reginald Mathalone/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesProtesters will march on Houston City Hall this Saturday, taking part in a series of nationwide anti-President Trump rallies. Why it matters: The demonstration comes as thousands across the country have protested ICE detentions in recent days, including in Texas.
Houston's social calendar for the week of June 9

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Shafaq Patel |Jay Jordan

Illustration: Lindsey Bailey/Axiosğ§ Kick the week off with a yoga session in Evelyn's Park this morning. Free. 9-10am. ğª´ Watch Nicolas Cage in "Adaptation" at the River Oaks Theatre tonight. Tickets are $12. 7:15pm. ğ· Bring your boo to Gotti's Love and Sax Wednesdays for a night of steak, jazz and romance. A meal for two is $40 with a reservation. 7pm. ğ» Discover new beers at the Craft Brew Stroll on 19th Street on Thursday. Entry is free. A commemorative pint glass is available online for $20.
Astros remain promising as MLB season picks up

3 weeks ago | axios.com | Jay Jordan

Jose Altuve literally loves to hit home runs. Photo: Alex Slitz/Getty ImagesThe Astros are neck-and-neck with the Seattle Mariners at the top of the American League West division as baseball season picks up steam. Why it matters: We're almost halfway through the season, and Houston is already making noise. Driving the news: The Astros (34-28) overtook the Mariners (32-29) in the standings last week and have won eight of their last 10 games. Houston beat the Pittsburgh Pirates last night 8-2.
Lil Wayne announces Houston show

3 weeks ago | axios.com | Jay Jordan |Troy Smith

Lil Wayne performs at The Roots Picnic in Philadelphia in 2024. Photo: Kayla Oaddams/Getty ImagesLeave it to Lil Wayne to wait until the last minute to announce one of the biggest tours of the year. Driving the news: The rap legend revealed the dates yesterday for his "Tha Carter VI Tour," which includes a stop at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion on Sept. 18. Fellow rappers Tyga and Belly Gang Kushington will serve as the opening acts.
Houston braces for intense summer heat after a hot May

3 weeks ago | axios.com | Jay Jordan |Alex Fitzpatrick

Cooling off along Buffalo Bayou. Photo: Callaghan O'Hare/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesIt's not just you. Houston was hotter than normal in May — and now braces for potentially an even hotter summer. Why it matters: Summers are getting warmer in Houston and across the country, posing a health risk for vulnerable groups like children, pregnant women, the elderly and homeless people.
Resource to go: Houston Bike Guide

3 weeks ago | axios.com | Jay Jordan

Pedal to the metal on a Sunday morning. Photo: Jay R. Jordan/Axiosğ Jay here! I went on BikeHouston's First Sunday Ride yesterday and wanted to share an invaluable resource for Bayou City riders. Why it matters: Cyclists are mixing up more with car traffic in the city's densest neighborhoods as Mayor John Whitmire continues to question and demolish bike lanes and other safe street infrastructure. With that in mind, it's important to have the inside scoop on which roads are bike friendly.
Houston's social calendar for the first week of June

3 weeks ago | axios.com | Shafaq Patel |Jay Jordan

Illustration: Sarah Grillo/Axiosğ¾ Celebrate the grand reopening of Neil's Bahr at its new McKinney Street location Tuesday. The bar opens at 1pm. ğ¶ Volunteer with the Best Friends Animal Society's transport team to sanitize pet crates and assemble new ones, Wednesday. 9am to noon. ğ Enjoy Discovery Green at night during Park After Dark with line dancing lessons and a DJ on Thursday. 7-10pm. ğ¢ Cheer on your favorite slowpoke during turtle races at Little Woodrow's Midtown on Thursday.