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Leader readers weigh in on deciding to stay in for NYE or go out By Betsy Denson betsy@theleadernews.com It’s New Year’s Eve and you’re trying to figure out whether to go out or stay in. The Leader asked readers what they would do if they had $50, and $200 respectively to use in celebrating the night. Here’s what they said. For $50, Sandi Gardner said she’d buy some nice food, a good bottle of champagne and stay home. “We’re partial to salmon, with whatever nice veggies are available,” she said. “On $200, I’d get champagne, veggies and dessert at Whole Foods, but get a variety of barbecue delights at my favorite out of neighborhood place.”

Lorraine Cherry would also stay at home “with a few bottles of Spanish sparkling wine, some good smoked salmon, and ingredients for blinis, and invite a few good friends over to celebrate.” With the extra dough she’d make it really good French Champagne, and throw in some Beluga caviar and some high end chocolates (e.g., Cocoa & Cardamom) to top it off. “We love to entertain and I think the quality of food and service on this holiday is better cooked at home,” said Michelle Janik, who said she’d make “fabulous appetizers with some good cheeses.” Ashley Muñoz would use the money to go to a nice restaurant downtown that has a preset menu for New Year’s Eve and then watch the fireworks before calling it

a night. Cat Theriot said she’d host a party for her friends and their kids. “I’d hire Angela Pennington to DJ and show a movie outside for kids closer to midnight so the adults can ring in the New Year in peace,” she said. Tracy Black would take her $50 and hit the Petrol Station or The Barking Pig. For $200, she’s heading to Rainbow Lodge or Shade. “Maybe Hunky Dory but we haven’t tried it yet,” she said. “My fiancé was a big fan of Feast.” “A movie and popcorn/drink at the theater is Siobhan Cassin’s choice for $50 while $200 would buy a big night out at See Decisions P. 5B

Photo by Betsy Denson Area bars like The Barking Pig will likely be filled once New Year’s Eve rolls around, but some are taking a different approach.

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Why do we only drink champagne on special occassions? By Christina Martinez Christina@theleadernews.com

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If you think about what we drink, or the type of drink that many of us consume on a regular basis - soda, beer, wine, even water - bubbles, or CO2, seem to be on every nutrition label. Recently, I have come to question why champagne is generally commercialized to New Year’s Eve, weddings or just special events and why it isn’t enjoyed more often than not? When my parents first moved to their house in Castroville, just west of San Antonio, every party or family gathering was held at their house. A cousin’s birthday, Fourth of July, any and every occasion for the first five years was held at my parents’ house. A mainstay for my parents’ parties was always champagne and sparkling cider for the kids. There was always a toast, a family toast, even if it was just to grill brisket and get the kids in the pool on Saturday. Spec’s fine wine buyer, Bear Dalton, enjoys drinking champagne or sparkling wine on a regular basis, and after being in the business for over 30 years, decided to come up with a formula that could allow him to enjoy bubbles on a regular basis. Dalton’s formula categorizes every day wines as less than $20 a bottle. The next category up would be weekend wines and maybe that would be between $20 - 40 a bottle. The special occasion category would be anything over $40 a bottle. “If I haven’t been home for four nights in a row because I’ve been out teaching classes or I haven’t had dinner with my wife, a Thursday night at 7 p.m., on the couch could be a special occasion,” Dalton said. “So you pick your spots for special occasions.” A couple of factors that may contribute as to why champagne or sparkling wine isn’t enjoyed as often - price and pick. When it comes to picking wine for upcoming celebrations, Coltivare’s wine program director, Jeb Stuart, says the solution is easy - pick something that fits your budget and try it. “When we try a wine for the first time, we usually try to find things that we don’t like about it,” Stuart said. “I don’t understand that. If we’re going to partake in something like wine, we should try to find things we do like and if you haven’t tried a wine before, don’t fuss over if someone will like it; just try it.” Whatever your budget is, big or small, there is a champagne or sparkling wine that will fit the occasion. So when you’re standing in the wine aisle this year, scratching your head on what to get or what your guests will like - just try something you haven’t before. If all else fails, one type of sparkling wine that Dalton and Stuart recommended on price and taste - a Spaniard rose sparkling wine. Try one out this year and report back.

Graphic data courtesy of Uber Blog According to Uber’s own blog, last year saw the highest demand for rides – and the highest fares – between 12:30 a.m. and 2:30 a.m. Riders are encouraged to not only plan ahead and request “right when the ball drops at midnight” or wait until fares return to normal prices. According to Uber, these rate increases are designed to “ensure reliability when demand cannot be met by the number of drivers on the road” and “encourage more drivers to become available.” Notifications will pop up on user’s phones when surge pricing does take place.

Planning that drive home from New Years celebrations By Jonathan Garris jgarris@theleadernews.com New Year’s Eve may be the one time of the year people are least likely to be completely happy about being the designated driver. Fortunately, with options like Uber, Yellow Cab and other offerings, people will have have plenty of chances to let the good times roll into 2016 without having to draw straws for the maligned driving duties – but not without a price. Sarfraz Maredia, general manager for Uber Houston, said demand around the Greater Houston area has consistently grown since Uber first entered the market. Their service typically sees its highest demand on New Year’s Eve between 12:30 and 2 a.m., right around the time people are likely leaving parties. “We’re going to make sure we’re doing whatever we can so that people are able to get a ride when they need it,” Maredia said. The service caught flak from users in cities around the country, however, by the end of the holiday last year. A report by CNN Money in January this year cited an Uber blog post that said demand for rides increased by 180 percent between 12:01 a.m. and 12:30 a.m. Over 50 percent of trips that saw prices surge up to five and sometimes six times the usual amount happened between 12:30 a.m. and 2:30 a.m. According to Uber, these rate increases are designed to “ensure reliability when demand cannot be met by the number of drivers on the road” and “encourage more drivers to become available.” Notifications will pop up on user’s phones when surge pricing does take place. “We’re doing our best to increase the number of drivers, but certain regulations in Houston have made it tougher,” Maredia said. “But because demand has grown so consistently we’re making sure to increase the number of available driver partners when we can.” While Maredia said he couldn’t share exact details of ridership, a blog post on the company’s website last year said Uber expected to deliver more than 2 million rides in just 24 hours across the country as people welcomed 2015. Each of those riders can also use the app to make sure pricing is workable among groups and also improve safety during travel. “The app offers the ability to split fares across people who are also

on the trip,” Maredia said. “There is another feature called ‘Share My ETA,’ which allows users to select up to five contacts to receive information about the trip as well as the driver’s name and vehicle information. People can also use the fare estimator to help them plan a little better in advance.” Another option for Leader-area party-goers includes Yellow Cab, which offers rates at $2.80 for the first 1/11 mile and 20 cents for each additional 1/11 mile. According to the group’s website, there is an additional $1 surcharge on all trips which commence between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. A fare estimator is also on the organization’s website at www.yellowcabhouston.com and can also be accessed by calling 713-236-1111. There is also Houston’s Jitney Shuttle Service, which bills itself as a “hybrid between a taxi, limo and public bus,” and serves almost all areas inside Loop 610 and the Galleria. Some buses offer premium features like televisions, LED lights, upgraded seats and others. A one way pass costs $8 and an all-night pass costs $15. Rides can be booked online at www.thehoustonwave.com and by calling 713-836-WAVE. If all else fails, and there isn’t much in the way of a safe ride home, those who are a little less than sober can give AAA a call. The organization’s Tipsy Tow roadside assistance program provides complimentary ride and vehicle tow for both AAA members and non-members for up to ten miles from the point of pickup. To take advantage of the service, call 1-800-AAA-HELP (222-4357).

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The Uber app, as many know, is available in both the Apple iTunes App Store and through Google Play. Downloading the app is as simple as doing a quick search through the store and pressing ‘Install.’ Once in the app, Uber will automatically use GPS and Wi-Fi to set your pickup location and you can also enter an exact address or search for a venue name by tapping the pickup location bar. The same can also be done underneath the pickup address. You can then select from the available vehicle options by using the slider at the bottom of the map. Rates can be seen by tapping on any one of the visible icons. Once you’ve set your location and vehicle option, tap “Set Pickup Location,” and your ride will be requested.

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Onions, Lasagna and Meatballs and Spaghetti. There are containers in both the refrigerator and the freezer depending on how fast you want your food to be ready. “It’s been very good,” said Henn of the neighborhood’s reception. She said a woman came in the Wednesday before Thanksgiving to get some lasagna and was so pleased she put something on Facebook. “All these people came in,” said Henn. “I was afraid I was going to run out of food.” Jeff George who owns Catering by George said he’s been waiting for Marchese’s to open since he noticed that work was underway. This week, George picked up some lasagna and some brownies to take home. “The prices are good,” he said. “They are going to do well.” For the last four years, Henn said the family has sold their sausage at farmers markets as well as B&W Meat Market and Nundini Chef’s Table. Their

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Festive party ideas for New Years Eve songs and music that appeals to the masses. When compiling a party playlist, choose songs guests are sure to know and love. Mix these in with a few of your favorites. You can even ask guests to provide the names of three favorite songs when they RSVP. • Dim the lights. Bright lights can make guests feel intimidated and awkward. Set the mood by turning off overhead lights, opting for ambient lighting instead. For a fun effect, string holiday lights around the room or use a portable disco ball to spread sparkling colors on the floor and ceiling. Candles are another option for intimate affairs, but should be avoided as a safety measure if you’re having a large crowd. • Have the party catered. Unless you want to spend the evening in and out of the kitchen,

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Although New Year’s Eve parties tend to be similar from year to year, hosts can explore the many ways to make their celebrations stand out from those of years past. This handy guide provides ideas to your get creative juices flowing. • Establish a color palette. Many people equate New Year’s Eve with the gold and silver hues of champagne. However, you can use any festive color for your party. Use the same colors on everything from invitations to dinnerware to take-home favors. • Encourage guest input. Guests understand the cost of hosting and the amount of planning necessary to throw a festive party, and many will likely reach out to ask what they can do or bring. • Keep musical tastes in mind. A fun party usually includes an array of familiar

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Decisions from P. 1B Fleming’s or Morton’s or Del Frisco’s. Cristina Clark notes that Morton’s Downtown typically has great New Year’s Eve specials, including champagne, decorations and a commemorative picture. Tina Sabuco noted she’d take her $200 to Italian restaurant Radio Milano. While Scott Lewis said that after paying for the babysitter, they’d go to Pappadeaux and stick close to home. Betty Markoski would live large by heading to a party at Main Street Tomball to celebrate with friends listening to the Eagles tribute band Already Gone. For a budget friendly option Lanette Kowis suggests the Corkscrew. “We went last year,” she said. “I don’t think there is a cover.” Kristian Harper may have had the most practical idea: “Either way, straight to the grocery store to stock-up on more snack food because I always have a house full of teenagers and since it’s always a guess as to who may stop by it’s always better to buy more.” If you’re planning a homebound evening for guests, consider whipping up some salmon of your own.

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Hopping into Heights

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Town In City is located at 1125 W. Calvacade 77009.

We are so close to Christmas, I can smell the terrible puns and politics already. But before Christmas, we have some great events coming up and celebrations happening this weekend. Also looking ahead, even past this weekend, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s make sure we start thinking about New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve plans now. To start planning your plan or party, be sure to check out the following for a night out and start asking whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be the designated driver for the big Countdown. Ladybirdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s One Year Anniversary If you still havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t made it over to Ladybirdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, make it a point to wish them well on their birthday this Saturday, Dec. 19. The party starts at 7 p.m., with customer appreciation kicking off the party, food by Whistle Stop Food Truck and music by Vodi and Kelly Doyle Trio. What you can find at Ladybirdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is a Texas beer on draft, with Houston taps taking the majority. Several craft pulls in the ice or domestics in the fridges. Shots are a definite possibility and the bartender can most likely make what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s usually a house wine on special or some sort of beer. Ladybirdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is located at 5519 Allen St. 77007. Last minute shopping at Town In City Brewing Co. This weekend will be another big shopping weekend with as the holidays inch closer. Town In City Brewing Co. is offering a shopping opportunity this weekend to shop from local artists from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., on Sunday, Dec. 20, at the brewery. The on-site food truck, Tied House Kitchen, will be offering a special brunch menu for the day, also during the designated hours. The brewery will also, of course, be serving up their latest brews. Find locally grown produce, crafts, and art at this weekendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market.

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Girl in a Coma at Fitz One of San Antonioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own, Girl in a Coma, a three piece girl act that has made some recent strides and generated some good buzz, are making their way down I-10 for a 7 p.m., show at Fitzgeraldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Their latest album, Exits & All the Rest, was released in late 2011 and was named NPRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s list of Top 50 Albums during that same year. General admission tickets are going for $10 online at www.ticketfly.com/purchase/ event/1018899 or visit them at the box office; ticket prices tend to go up on day of ticket purchases. Fitzgeraldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is located at 2706 White Oak Dr. 77007.

By Betsy Denson betsy@theleadernews.com One of Houstonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most quirky, and beloved, jewelry shops has found a new home just in time for the holidays. Fly High Little Bunny has moved to 301 W. 19th Street, in the space most currently occupied by Occasions Fine Gifts. In business for 20 years, Fly High Little Bunny owner Cody Reaves said that they were booted from their former location on South Shepherd when his store was torn down for a CVS Pharmacy in January of 2015. After a few months, a friend called Reaves to tell him about the For Lease sign on 19th. Jewelry designer Sandra Evette, who is married to Reaves, said that their former customers were also encouraging about a relocation to the Heights. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a happening street,â&#x20AC;? said Reaves, who was disappointed that they were five months behind schedule in opening the shop due to permitting delays. However, they managed to open for the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recent Holiday on 19th Street event. A more â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;grandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; opening will take place in the near

Beaverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Speakeasy In the Washington corridor, Beaverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hosts a monthly speakeasy and this month it starts at 6 p.m. and goes to 2 a.m., Monday, Dec. 21. Karbach will be taking the taps over, there will be $5 speakeasy cocktail menu and tasty bar bites. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s even an eggnotch cocktail options, titled Drunkle. Beaverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is located at 2310 Decatur St. 77007. The Suffers at House of Blues A show thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to have the crowd dancing - Houstonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own, The Suffers, are back from their first nationwide tour and ready to ring in the new year. Catch The Suffers, Los Skarnales, Blue Healer, Def Perception and Burlesque performances by KiKi Maroon. The party starts at 7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 31 at The House of Blues - 1204 Caroline St. 77002. You can grab tickets online, but be warned, this concert will sell out - www.thesuffers.com/shows/ .

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Nicolette Ocheltree (left) and Sandra Evette look at some of their newest pieces.

future. Fly High Little Bunnyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offerings are mostly silver with a wide variety of stones. The creations are either those of Sandra Evette or in-house designer and employee Nicolette Ocheltree, or they are pieces that Reaves and Evette have found in their travels. Prices range from the totally affordable to the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;honey, you just won the lottery, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s splurgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. The eclectic nature of the jewelry owes something to the varied experiences of the staff. Evette majored in biology and Ocheltree has her masters in

Golden Wok in Garden Oaks relocates, open By Christina Martinez christina@theleadernews.com The Garden Oaks chinese and sushi restaurant, Golden Wok, relocated from 3450 Ella Blvd. to 3468 Ella Blvd. as a part of the new renovation project in Ella Plaza. The plaza isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the only one that got a face lift, though. The new restaurant has brand new everything - kitchen, dining room, sushi bar and more. Hours have stayed the same, from 11 a.m. - 10 p.m., open everyday and they still offer delivery. The restaurant is now open.

Photo by Christina Martinez The new sushi bar at Golden Wok Chinese and Japenese Restaurant with the family staff. Photo by Betsy Denson

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philosophy from Columbia. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love to travel and I love to meet people,â&#x20AC;? said Evette. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I see something I like, I want everybody to have it.â&#x20AC;? While jewelry is the mainstay of the store, Little Bunny is branching into furniture. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an incredible chaise lounge with a carved back that is upholstered in a fabric that mimics one of Evetteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nature paintings, inspired by her dad who is an orchidologist. While they are still getting the store just the way they want it â&#x20AC;&#x201C; no word on whether the new location will have a riff on the creative signage of the old place (the fanged bunny is of course still the logo) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; there is still plenty of merchandise to peruse. The trademark humor of the storeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s owners is still in tact too. Consider the recent post about their opening delays â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well...the glass for our cases was not cut in time so we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t open until next week. Until then, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t spend any money anywhere else until we are open - not even on food.â&#x20AC;? For more information, visit Fly High Little Bunny on Facebook.

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Art Valet Mobile Art gallery, bus open this weekend By Mitch Cohen

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Last December I interviewed Chasity Porter of the Dormalou Project. The Dormalou project is a mobile art gallery housed inside of a bus. I caught up with Porter to find out how her mobile gallery has done. I was curious, too, how an artist would approach an exhibit inside a bus, and Lisa Kelley answered that and a few other questions. Chasity, about how many shows/locations have you taken the Dormalou Project to in 2015? I’ve collaborated with several businesses and events this year. I have to say somewhere between 20 to 25 locations, some of which I visited more than once and a couple where I frequented almost monthly. Are any locations semi-permanent? There are a few places, like the Farmer’s Market at Imperial Sugar Land, that I visit fairly often and I supply the kid’s arts and crafts for the event. I don’t have to schedule that time, I just kind of show up when I have an open Saturday morning, and it’s close to home; nothing permanent. I like to keep my options open. What changes have been made to the bus? I hired Galveston artist, Gabriel Prusmack, to paint two sides of the bus. He did an amazing job. I remember that first week afterward I spent a lot of time just staring at it because I was so in awe with how great it was, and that it was mine. The entry side of the bus I painted with chalkboard paint. The idea came

one morning while I was having coffee with one of my good friends, and artist, Thedra Cullar-Ledford. I have to give her credit for that idea, it was brilliant. The chalkboard has been the highlight of many of the shows and it’s equally popular with both the kids and the adults. The inside changes with each show depending on if it’s an installation or group show; furniture may be added or taken away, a curtain added as an entryway to something surprising, sometimes extra walls pop up, or a panel is removed. These are temporary and I think it keeps it interesting. You never know what to expect when walking onto the bus. It’s never the same place. It’s my favorite thing about it. Does Dormalou Project Bus have a nickname now? The Art Bus and I have become The Art Bus Lady. What’s ahead for 2016? I want to do more pop ups, I love change, however, [I would like] less shows. I was recently granted Fiscal Sponsorship through Fractured Atlas, so I’d like to devote more time to the educational aspect of Dormalou Project. I need to do a bit of fundraising. The money raised will be used to help pay for the kid’s craft tables I set up, and to help off-set cost, or maybe pay for more schools to experience Dormalou Project. More info about this will be available at the end of January. And if I’m lucky, I could spend a bit more time working on my own art work. A girl can

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Photo courtesy Red Publication The Dormalou Project, a mobile art gallery by Chasity Porter.

dream. Lisa Kelley is the featured artist for Dormalou Project this weekend through the end of January. Kelley, a Memphis native, calls her company Midpointart.com. She and her husband became first time parents in September. She is a published poet, outdoor enthusiast and dedicated volunteer. Explain the name “Renewed Conversations”. The name ties into the work for me in several ways. On the creating end, I am returning to media and themes I explored about 10 years ago. I recently had my first child, and this event has me looking at my life and the world in a new or renewed way. There is freshness, a hope. But there is also the desire to return again to weighty topics we as humans can’t find peace about and work towards solution. We need to be in “conversation” -- be in touch -- with the issues at hand, with ourselves,

our neighbors and the world at large. Is the work site (bus) specific? Most of the work was made inside the last month just for this show. I considered atmosphere and space when working. Most of the works are on the smaller side which I feel fits well into this intimate venue. For this show, guests will mainly see mixed media including paper and brazed metal. There are a few piano parts in there, as well, for good measure. Catch the current exhibit by Lisa Kelley “Renewed Conversations”, Friday at the East End Street Market, 6 - 10 p.m., 2800 Navigation Blvd. 77003 and Saturday at Hardy and Nance Studios, 6 - 9 p.m., 902 Hardy St. 77020. Visit dormalouproject.com

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Richard Voorhies Vice President Operations

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Christmas Concert Presented by

St. James Lutheran Church Performances include Houston Symphony musicians.

Saturday, December 19, 2015 at 6:00p.m. 1602 W.43rd Street Houston, TX 77018 Come and enjoy the sounds of the season with popular Christmas songs, hymns, and favorite Christmas carols.

Christmas Eve

Coffeehouse - 6 PM Communion Candlelight Service - 7 PM Rev. Deanna M. Young, Pastor (Childcare: Newborn—Age 5)

Fairbanks United Methodist Church 14210 Aston—Houston—TX—77040

(713) 462-3206

Sunday Worship 10:50 AM www.fairbanksumc.org

O Come, All Ye Faithful

Methodist St. Stephen’s United Church

Sun. Dec. 20

11am - Lessons & Carols Service 4pm - Blue Christmas Service

Christmas Eve

Sunday Worship 10:30am Christmas Eve Service 7:00pm

Oaks Presbyterian Church 1576 Chantilly Lane • 713-682-2556

First Church

Heights

Candlelight Communion Service

Dec. 24th - 4:30 pm & 7pm (Nursery provided)

2003 W. 43rd St. • 713-686-8241 • www.stsumc.org

All are welcome

the place where YOU belong

201 E. 9th St 713-861-3102 www.fbcheights.org Follow Us On

Pastor C David Harrison

Lessons and Carols with Holy Communion Sunday Services 8:30am & 10:30am Wednesday Service 6:30pm

211 Byrne • www.holytrinityrec.org

GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN CHURCH 4040 Watonga • 713-688-5227 Rev. John Cain, Pastor

Christmas Eve Service December 24th • 7pm Candlelight service w/communion

December 24th @ 6:00pm Open Candlelight Communion Sunday School 9:15am Sunday Worship 10:30am Thursday Prayer/Bible Study 6:00pm

Christmas Eve - 6:30 pm

Christmas Day Service December 25th 9:30am Worship

New Year’s Eve

December 31st • 7:00pm Worship

Covenant Church

an ecumenical liberal baptist congregation Rev. Laura Mayo

4949 Caroline St. 77004 www.covenanthouston.org Worship Sundays @ 9:00 & 11:00 am

LCMS www.gethsemanelutheran.org

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Join us this Christmas season to worship our Lord and Savior at a traditional service in a sanctuary that was built for Christmas

Thursday, December 6:30pm Thursday, December24th 24th at at 6:30 pm We will your favorite Carols Light Candles Wesing will sing your favorite Christmas Christmas Carols && Light Candles in in Commemoration Christ’s Birth Commemoration ofof Christ’s Birth Let thisLet be the beginning ofofa afamily-friendly tradition this be the beginning family-friendly tradition

Oaks Christian ChurCh

1216 Bethlehem at Ella Blvd. • (713) 688-7761

JOIN US IN CELEBRATING THE CHRISTMAS SEASON!

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Wed Advent ServiceS Dec 9, 16th - 7:00 PM chriStmAS eve cAndlelight Dec 24th - 6:00 pm chriStmAS dAy Service Dec 25th - 9:30 am 5000 WeSt tidWell

Between Antoine & T.C. Jester 713-290-9087 www.osl.cc

Holy EucHarist HOLY EUCHARIST

Sundays at 8:30 AM & 10:30 AM

advEnt lEssons & carols December 6 at 5:00 PM CHRISTMAS EVE December 24 at 5:30 cHristmas EvEPM & 10:30 PM December 24 at 5:30 PM & 10:30 PM

CHRISTMAS DAY cHristmas day

December2525atat10:00 10:00 AM December AM ST. ANDREW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 1819 HEIGHTS BOULEVARD | SAECHEIGHTS.ORG

Vineyard Church of Houston 1035 East 11th Street, Houston, TX 77009 Sundays 10 & 11:30am houstonvineyard.org