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    Weekend events planner

    Here are the top 9 things to do in Houston this weekend

    Marcy de Luna
    Jan 31, 2018 | 1:43 pm

    The weekend is almost here, and we’re ready to hit the town. From Mardi Gras celebrations, to big headline concerts, to Super Bowl Sunday gatherings, and more, we’ve put together a list of can’t-miss events. Read on for the nine best things to do in Houston this weekend. For more options, check out the full CultureMap Events Calendar.

     

     Society event
    Thursday, February 1-Sunday, February
    18
    In collaboration with the Dallas Theater Center, Alley Theatre brings iconic statesman President Lyndon Baines Johnson to a Houston stage. The Great Society, a play by Texas playwright and Pulitzer Prize winner Robert Schenkkan, follows the former president as he struggles to fight a war on poverty — even as his war in Vietnam spins out of control. (tickets: $39-$83 per person)
     615 Texas St.; 713-220-5700

     

     Rock the house
    Thursday, February 1-Sunday, February 4

    Inspired by the hit movie starring Jack Black, School of Rock tells the story of Dewey Finn, a wannabe rock star doing time as a substitute teacher who transforms his straight-A students into an amazing rock band. The show features 14 new songs from Broadway legend Andrew Lloyd Webber, as well as all the original tunes from the movie. Don't miss our interview with Phoenix Schuman, one of the show's 12 young performers. (various times; tickets: $35-$140 per person)
     800 Bagby St.; 713-315-2525

     

     Let the good times roll
     Friday, February 2-Wednesday, February 13
    Mardi Gras! Galveston, the third-largest Mardi Gras celebration in the United States, is spread over 12 days and includes parades, music, food, family-friendly activities, 5K fun run, and galas including the Tremont House Mardi Gras Ball and the San Luis Salute. (various times and prices; for more information click here)
     Galveston, Texas

     

     The future of food
    Friday, February 2-Saturday, February 3

    Gulf Coast Food Project and Foodways Texas present The Houston Eats! Conference, a two-day conference devoted to exploring the origins of Texas Gulf Coast's culinary diversity, how it impacts the way Houston eats now, and what it means for the region’s future. Presenters include academics, local food writers, and chefs, including Sylvia Casares (Sylvia’s Enchilada Kitchen), and Kaiser Lashkari (Himalaya). (various times; free with advance registration)
     4800 Calhoun Rd.; 832-488-4645

     

     Very Barry
    Friday, February 2

    Music icon Barry Manilow, whose career has spanned more than 50 years, hits the stage at Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land to showcase songs from his latest album, This is My Town: Songs of New York. You can also expect to hear some of Manilow's greatest hits such as "Copacabana" and “Mandy.” (8 pm; tickets: $19.95 - $249.95 per person)
     18111 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land; 281-207-6278

     

     One cool Katt
    Friday, February 2 and Saturday, February 3

    Comedian Katt Williams comes to Houston's NRG Arena for a two night stint of his insightful, often polarizing material. The stand-up comedian, actor, and rapper's new Netflix special, Katt Williams: Great America, debuted January 18. (8 pm; tickets: $52-$125)
     1 NRG Park; 713-629-3700

     

     Kid around
    Saturday, February 3

    Kid Rock heads to Toyota Center as part of his Greatest Show on Earth Tour. Songs on his new album, Sweet Southern Sugar, include "Po-Dunk," "Greatest Show on Earth," and "Tennessee Mountain Top." (8 pm; tickets: $37 per person for upper level - $772 per person for floor seats)
     1510 Polk St.; 713-758-7200

     

     Blue Sunday
    Sunday, February 4

    Shop for organic groceries, pick up creative gifts, find unique art, and enjoy live music at the Blue Field Market. You can also take advantage of free yoga classes, and participate in friendly yard game competitions. (10 am-3 pm; tickets: free admission)
     2619 Polk St.

     

     The Big Game
     Sunday, February 4
    Watch the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots face-off at Super Bowl LII at these six bars and restaurants, with offerings from a barbecue pop-up to Saint Arnold brews galore.

    Mardi Gras! Galveston, a 12-day affair, kicks off this weekend.

    Krewe de Etoile Gala Masquerade & Dallas Mardi Gras
      
    Photo courtesy of Krewe de Etoile Gala Masquerade & Dallas Mardi Gras
    Mardi Gras! Galveston, a 12-day affair, kicks off this weekend.
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    hustle hard, H-town

    Oprah's TV network spotlights Houston women in new reality series

    Craig D. Lindsey
    Jul 15, 2025 | 5:30 pm
    Heart Hustle reality TV show
    Courtesy of OWN Network
    Rosea Pichardo.

    It looks like Houston will be home to a new reality series about successful women living their best life and trying not to get into huge fights with each other during brunch.

    Next month, Oprah Winfrey’s OWN channel will premiere Heart & Hustle: Houston, where a quintet of upwardly mobile, African American women thrive in Texas’ largest city.

    “Heart & Hustle: Houston brings a fresh, dynamic perspective — one that centers Black women not just in conflict, but in community, healing, and growth,” OWN President Tina Perry said in a press release. “It’s a powerful look at ambition, resilience, and the bonds that hold friendships together, even through life’s toughest moments.”


    Let’s break down the ladies who’ll be giving us the heart and the hustle:

    Alaina Saulsberry, 38 
    “H-Town’s Glam Girl” 
    Known for her beauty brand Color du Jour, Saulsberry is touted as a mentor who balances work with family commitments. After 15 years of marriage, the relationship is in a rough patch. Will she choose personal happiness or preserving stability for her two children?

    Heart Hustle reality TV show
      

    Courtesy of OWN Network

    Rosea Pichardo.

    Chloe Cook, 44
    “The Straight Shooter”
    Known as “THE premiere event planner of Houston,” Cook took a step back from the event business to take care of her young daughters after the tragic loss of her husband. However, the gal is getting her groove back thanks to her recent relationship with much younger man Jordan. Unfortunately, her eldest son Neiko (who is only three years younger than Jordan) isn’t feeling the whole May-December thing. Can Chloe balance being a mother and a MILF?

    La’Torria Lemon, 36
    “The Hopeless Romantic”
    The head of Lemon-Lime Light Media, entrepreneur/philanthropist Lemon has been called “a force in the entertainment, hospitality, and PR industry.” She’s a charming personality, but don’t get it twisted: She’s ready to bring the claws out whenever someone comes for her. After losing her father, Lemon is on the hunt for the love of her life, so she can settle down and have some kids. Can she find a good man just like dear old dad?

    LeBrina Jackson, 35
    “The Southern Belle”
    Full of “passion, drive, and compassion,” elite spa owner Jackson is one of the few Black women in the spa and wellness game. The resident caregiver of the group, Jackson is there for her family, friends, customers, etc. She uses her past (specifically, her family’s history) to break generational curses and build a better tomorrow for her peoples. Can she still take care of others, while also finding some time to take care of herself?

    Muneera Page, 43
    “Mrs. Perfect”
    Meet the big, bad momma of the crew: a devout wife, mother of four daughters (including a set of twins), and career woman whose journey “embodies the power of faith, resilience, and boundless ambition.” With a two-decade career as an electrical engineer in the oil and gas industry, Page has taken a career 180 and pivoted to content creation. Can she live a life of meaning, purpose and transformative impact, while also inspiring folks around the world?

    Roe Pichardo, 39
    “Nightlife Queen”
    Finally, we have the party girl. Pichardo is an entrepreneur, hospitality innovator, and cultural curator who’s “redefining the art of connection.” She’s got a rep as a major player in the restaurant and nightlife world (Editor’s note: She appeared on CultureMap’s “What’s Eric Eating” podcast during her time as the general manager of James Harden’s restaurant Thirteen). Despite staying tough in a male-dominated industry, those close to her know she’s a sweet, loving soul. Can she still take her businesses to the next level, while also learning to be more vulnerable around her loved ones?

    These questions and more will be answered when Heart & Hustle: Houston premieres on OWN on Saturday, August 2, at 8 pm.

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