International District

Tomorrow at the Alief Neighborhood Center! Explore wellness vendors, community resources, fitness activities, fun giveaways and connect with Houston residents and HPD officers. 🌟

Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to perform the lion dance during Lunar New Year celebrations? Now's your chance to dive into the experience!

Join CCC for an exciting, interactive Lion Dance & Kung Fu Workshop where families and beginners can pick up basic techniques, delve into Chinese culture and embrace the spirit of this lively tradition.

Limited spots available: https://ccchouston.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F44648

SBA is organizing a nationwide pitch competition to unite entrepreneurs from across the country who are developing and expanding their businesses in their communities.

Chosen businesses will be invited to participate in a live pitch event in Washington, DC, culminating in a $1 million prize pool to honor the innovation and ambition that have fueled American ingenuity for the last 250 years.

Learn more:

Freedom 250 - Small Business Administration Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary For 250 years, small businesses have powered innovation, created opportunity, and strengthened local communities. Main Street Builds America – and through Freedom 250, SBA is honoring that legacy while investing in the next generation of builders, makers, ...

Attention community members of all ages! 🌟 Join AliefVotes for the fourth annual District F conference, featuring inspiring keynote speakers and breakout sessions to learn how to create positive change in our community.

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfjqNDBtwK4b_BB0IrA8zwCmlHSVsjW4TEOqrOB683U0SXB2Q/viewform

Huncho's Tacos, opened last year in the International District, gets a nod from Texas Monthly!

"Among the growing number of halal taquerias in the state, Huncho’s, in southwest Houston, stands out for its guacamole-slathered Tijuana-style taco. The best of the bunch here is the ribeye taco, whose beef shimmers in its own juices."

Location: 8559 S. TX-6

Read more:
https://www.texasmonthly.com/food/25-best-new-texas-taquerias-2026/

This Saturday, May 30, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher's office is organizing another passport fair at Burnett Bayland. This event is for (1) those applying for their first passport or passport card and (2) individuals seeking to renew or replace their passports or passport cards. Representatives from the Houston Passport Agency will be available to answer your questions and accept applications. Please RSVP here: https://fletcher.house.gov/events/ 📅✈️

Food distribution tomorrow (Wednesday) morning at India House Houston, while supplies last. 🍽️