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Downtown Green Market at Discovery Green

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Downtown Green Market at Discovery Green Fresh fruits, vegetables and organic foods available each Thursday at the new downtown park Houstonians seeking to supplement their Thursday afternoon happy hour have an exciting alternative in downtown Houston. Discovery Green, the urban park located across from the George R. Brown Convention Center, opened April 13, 2008. Houstonians and visitors to the city are enjoying 12 acres of urban green space including one-acre lake, children’s playground area, interactive water features, multi-use amphitheater stage and sloping lawn, small and large dog runs, various public art works, lawns and many special events and unique programs. With its emphasis on healthy living, Discovery Green is proud to host a weekly organic urban market every Thursday afternoon from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Managed by the Central City-Co-op, the urban market currently features up to 12 vendors weekly, showcasing their organically grown produce, fruits and eggs,...

Outdoor Ice Skating Debuts at Discovery Green

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Another family-friendly offering at the downtown park November 27, 2008 - January 19, 2009 Outdoor ice skating makes a welcome return to downtown Houston with The Ice at Discovery Green, Holiday Skating on the Lake, presented by the Houston Chronicle. Sure to be a favorite holiday destination, the ice rink opens Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2008 and runs through Martin Luther King Day, January 19, 2009. The Ice at Discovery Green will span 7,200 square feet of the model boat basin on Kinder Lake, hold 6,000-gallons of water, and measure a cool 22 degrees. The skating experience will also include a toddler ice rink, skate shop, snack shop and gift shop, in addition to private skating instruction, special performances by regional figure skating stars; jazz music, film and DJ nights; and skating with Santa. Other activities at the 12-acre Discovery Green include a children’s playground area, interactive water features, multi-use amphitheater stage and sloping lawn, small and...

Discovery Green Fall Programming Schedule

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:00:00 GMT

September 1 – November 26, 2008 Live music, diverse cultural programs and ice skating highlight the fall activities at the downtown park Discovery Green has been a popular destination with Houstonians and visitors to the city since its official opening on April 13, 2008. Located in downtown Houston across from the George R. Brown Convention Center, Discovery Green is 12 acres of urban green space including one-acre lake, children’s playground area, interactive water features, multi-use amphitheater stage and sloping lawn, small and large dog runs, and two restaurants, the Grove and Lake House operated by Schiller Del Grande Restaurant Group. In addition to the relaxing setting, visitors to the park can enjoy a tremendous variety of activities and special events. During the inaugural spring season, 172 events drew more than 77,000 people to the park for free weekly exercise classes, live music concerts, outdoor films, organic Green Market, Saturday children’s programs, monthly art...

DockDogs Made Successful Local Debut at Discovery Green Houstons New Downtown Park

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:00:00 GMT

DockDogs® Made Successful Local Debut at Discovery Green Houston’s New Downtown Park Exciting national event was popular with dog lovers and competitors in Houston June 27-29 HOUSTON – JULY 2, 2008 – Houston, well-known for its enthusiastic sports fans, embraced another exciting athletic event as DockDogs®made its Houston debut at Discovery Green, Houston’s newest park located across from the George R. Brown Convention Center in downtown Houston. The non-stop action began on Friday, June 27 and attracted over 140 canines competing in distance and aerial events throughout the weekend. Seen on ESPN and the Outdoor Channel, DockDogs®showcases retrievers running from a 20-foot dock and leaping into the 40-foot pool of water. Each jump is measured and the crowds go wild as some of the dogs maintain jumps of 22-24 feet as they compete in Extreme Vertical, Speed Retrieve and Big Air events. Despite temperatures in the 90’s, over 6,000 spectators passed through Discovery Green...

Diverse Programming Set for Spring & Summer at Discovery Green

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Free activities and unique cultural programs highlight the inaugural season of the new downtown park (HOUSTON – April 10, 2008) The much-anticipated new downtown park – Discovery Green – will open on April 13, 2008. Houstonians and visitors to the city will enjoy 12 acres of urban green space including one-acre lake, children’s playground area, interactive water features, multi-use amphitheater stage and sloping lawn, small and large dog runs, various public art works, lawns and lots of great food from the park’s restaurants operated by Schiller Del Grande Restaurant Group. The Spring Program Calendar will run April 13 through July 6. Family Day is the first event set for the inaugural Discovery Green programming season, with the following series developed to offer activities and programs for Houstonians and visitors of all ages:. Art Series – Houston’s reputation as a world-class fine arts destination extends to the Discovery Green Art Series with a full slate of visual,...

Discovery Green - Houstons New Urban Park - Opens April 2008

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Discovery Green – Houston’s New Urban Park – Opens April 2008 Downtown location offers Majestic Skyline view, Beautiful Gardens, Green Preservation and Diverse Cultural Programming Family Day Celebration Set for April 13, 2008 (HOUSTON – February 27, 2008) Discovery Green, a 12-acre park located in downtown Houston, will open to the public on April 13, 2008. The long-awaited destination fulfills a commitment from Mayor Bill White and major private Houston foundations to create and preserve green space within Houston’s central city. With its proximity to the George R. Brown Convention Center, Minute Maid Park and Toyota Center, Discovery Green is an ideal location for the city’s newest attraction. Discovery Green will be a wonderful attraction for our city, said Mayor Bill White. We are proud of the commitment from the Discovery Green Conservancy in creating this unique destination in the heart of downtown Houston. For a long time to come, Discovery Green will be...

Concert to Salute Robert Doc Morgan

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 15:00:00 GMT

One for Doc Concert to Salute Robert Doc Morgan Concert is the First Public Event at the New Downtown Park HOUSTON, TX (January 31, 2008) – Saturday, March 1 will be a memorable day for Dr. Robert Morgan, Director of Jazz Studies Emeritus, High School for Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA). HSPVA and Morgan will be honored during a free concert at Discovery Green featuring some of the school’s most accomplished former students. The event, entitled One for Doc is a preview of the new downtown park, which opens in early April, 2008 and is located in front of the George R. Brown Convention Center. The Discovery Green Conservancy places a high regard on education, the performing arts and other cultural endeavors in Houston. Dr. Robert Morgan and High School for Performing and Visual Arts were selected as honorees for the preview event. Discovery Greens mission includes highlighting the amazing range of artistic talent we have in Houston with a special focus on education, said Guy...

One for Doc Concert Planned as Park Preview Event - March 1, 2008

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Wed, 26 Dec 2007 17:00:00 GMT

Featuring Al Jarreau, La Mafia, Scott Gertner and more! Houston -- January 22, 2008 -- Houstonians are invited to preview Discovery Green, Houston’s newest urban park, for a spectacular evening of music on Saturday, March 1, 2008. The park will host a free concert honoring the High School for Performing and Visual Arts and Dr. Robert Morgan, Director of Jazz Studies Emeritus, HSPVA. Morgan will be joined by a talented group of HSPVA alumni performing in the beautiful outdoor amphitheater at Discovery Green. What ‘One for Doc’ Discovery Green’s Park Preview Concert When Saturday, March 1, 2008 6:00 pm. -- 11:00 p.m. (The park will open at 4:00 p.m. on the day of the event.) Where Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney in Downtown Houston, located across Avenida de las Americas from the George R. Brown Convention Center and the Hilton Americas Hotel. Performers Many performers were former students of Dr. Robert Morgan, Director of Jazz Studies, Emeritus, HSPVA, who served...

Discovery Green Conservancy Announces Several New Appointments

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 15:15:00 GMT

Discovery Green Conservancy Announces
Several New Appointments

HOUSTON, TX (October 2, 2007) – Following the Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Discovery Green Conservancy, a private non-profit created to develop and operate the downtown park, the Conservancy announced several new appointments:

Tom Castro was elected to the Board of Directors of the Conservancy effective July 1, 2007, to serve a term of three years. Castro is Founder and Vice Chairman of the Board of Border Media Partners (BMP), the largest privately-held Hispanic radio company in the U.S. Castro joins board members Nancy G. Kinder, Kinder Foundation, Chair; Brady F. Carruth, The Wortham Foundation; Dr. Larry R. Faulkner, Houston Endowment Inc.; Jacqueline S. Martin, JS Martin Associates, LP; and Dr. Maconda B. O’Connor, The Brown Foundation, Inc.

Bob Eury was appointed Ex-Officio Board Director of the Conservancy effective July 1, 2007, to serve at the pleasure of the Conservancy Board. Eury currently serves as President of Central Houston, Inc. and Executive Director of the Houston Downtown Management District.

Guy Hagstette was appointed President of the Conservancy effective July 1, 2007. Hagstette was previously appointed as Park Director in September 2005, after working with Mayor Bill White as a Special Assistant for Urban Design and, at the same time, serving as Director of Planning & Development for the Houston Downtown Management District.

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About the Discovery Green Conservancy
The Discovery Green Conservancy is a private, non-profit corporation formed to purchase the land, design, build, and operate an urban park on property located across the street from the George R. Brown Convention Center in downtown Houston. The Conservancy and Mayor Bill White announced the 11.78-acre park development in October 2004, and acquisition of the land was concluded in December 2004. The $122 million park project is expected to be complete in early 2008.

Gift from BP America to Discovery Green Focuses on Solar Technology

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 19:00:00 GMT

HOUSTON, TX (September 13, 2007) – The Discovery Green Conservancy announced today $1 million of support and a solar utility vehicle (SUV) from BP America, contributing significantly toward sustainable building and energy efficiency features for the new downtown Houston park set to open in early 2008. Commenting on the donation, Discovery Green Conservancy President Guy Hagstette said, This gift certainly positions Discovery Green to achieve our green building goals and overall commitment to sustainability. We are pleased that BP has given us the opportunity to contribute to these efforts. Said Bob Malone, Chairman and President of BP America: All of us at BP America are pleased that our contribution will help make Discovery Green energy efficient and sustainable ensuring that Houstonians enjoy this park for decades to come. We are so proud to be a part of this project. This contribution emphasizes BP’s commitment to the advancement of solar technology. Specifically, the award...

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Jobs

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 22:13:02 GMT

Event Technician Position Opening The Discovery Green Conservancy operates Discovery Green, an 11.78-acre public park in downtown Houston, Texas opened in April 2008. The Conservancy, a private 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, operates the high-profile park under a 50-year contract. Featuring a landscape of trees, an interactive fountain, performing spaces, a pond, and children’s play area, as well as a reading room and free wi-fi access, Discovery Green is designed for Houstonians and visitors alike. Discovery Green is intended to be active at all times with a mix of traditional park activity along with creative events and programming. Ongoing smaller-scale activities are emphasized over events that draw large crowds. More information about the park is located at www.discoverygreen.com. The Event Technician, a full-time salaried position, will report to the Event Coordinator who is responsible for in-the-field production issues associated with programming and events in...

Events

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 19:13:13 GMT

Introducing Discovery Green’s Fall Programming Season September 1 - November 26, 2008 All series programs are FREE and open to the public, unless otherwise noted. This schedule is subject to change. Many events must be rescheduled or canceled in the event of rain. For last minute weather updates, see information below or call 713-400-7336. Special Events Entertainment Art Healthy Living Families & Children DOWNLOAD A LIST OF THIS WEEKS EVENTS Click on each activity below for more information.

Childrens and Family Events

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 19:12:34 GMT

Young Writers Workshop in the Park Saturdays 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Free Admission HPL Express Houston’s only open, free writing workshop for kids presented by Writers in the Schools in conjunction with HPL Express is back for a second season of creativity and fun. Children’s Discovery Series presented by Wells Fargo Saturdays 12 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Free Admission, HPL Express at Discovery Green Check the Event Calendar to see what Childrens Discovery activities are coming up! Books Alive! Saturday Series at HPL Express at Discovery Green, Free Admission September 6 – 2 p.m. – The Color Purple September 20 – 2 p.m. – Martha Speaks! November 15 – 3 p.m. – Stregna Nona, Opera to Go Story and Parachute Time with Gymboree Saturdays September 13, October 11, November 1 10:30 a.m. Free Admission HPL Express Early childhood development – and fun! Proud media sponsors: ...

Healthy Living in the Park

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Pilates in the Park Tuesdays 6 - 7 p.m. Free Admission Anheuser-Busch Stage Classic flexibility and strength training, only better. Instructor Jennifer Young Malstead also teaches at TUTS Humphreys School for Theatrical Arts. Zumba! Wednesdays 6 - 7 p.m. Free Admission Grace Event Lawn Not a workout – it’s a party! Join Zumba nation for Latin dance exercise to cumbia, merengue, salsa, mambo, rumba, flamenco and calypso music. You’ll sweat, you’ll sculpt and tone and feel great. Instructor Oscar Sajche, a certified personal trainer, has studied with Zumba’s creator. Boot Camp Thursdays 7 - 8 a.m. Free Admission Andrea and Bill White Promenade Meets on the Andrea and Bill White Promenade, in front of the Alkek Building Start your day right! Instructor Eddie Moreno is an experienced Boot Camp instructor who will use the entire park to give you a workout you won’t forget. Tai Chi in the Park Thursdays 12 - 1 p.m. Free Admission Anheuser-Busch Stage Reduce...

Entertainment Series

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 19:11:37 GMT

Thursday Concerts on the Green presented by Capital One Bank Thursdays 6:30 p.m. Free Admission Anheuser-Busch Stage and Fondren Performance Space This series screens fun, free, family-friendly shows every Thursday from September 4 to November 20, 2008. Everything from Zydeco to folk, Texas country, Latin, funk and rock music. Free street parking begins at 6 p.m. and all concerts start promptly at 6:30 p.m. KPFT proudly presents the third Thursday Concerts on the Green - Jambolism on September 18 and Wazobia on November 20. Sundays in the Park presented by Four Seasons Hotel Houston Sundays 3 - 5 p.m. Free Admission Anheuser-Busch Stage and Saberioon Plaza Afternoon concerts and park features to entertain children of all ages make for an idyllic Sunday in the Park. Enjoy a variety of music such as Indonesian drums, honky tonk, reggae, acoustic guitar, and jazz. Check the Event Calendar to see what shows are coming up! Proud media sponsors: ...

Special Events

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 19:11:17 GMT

Thank You, Houston: A Celebration of Gulf Coast voices, music, and food Saturday, September 13 6:30 p.m. Free Admission Anheuser-Busch Stage and Fondren Performance Space Houstons Katrina community comes together to commemorate the third anniversary of the hurricane and to express its thanks by sharing some the rich traditions brought to Houston: brass band music, gumbo stories of gratitude recorded from survivors by the Surviving Katrina and Rita in Houston project and an audio/photo installation by photographer and fellow survivor Alice McNamara. Thank You, Houston takes place at Discovery Green, just outside the George R. Brown Convention Center, where thousands of Katrina survivors were welcomed and housed in September 2005. District I Back to School Family Day Saturday, September 20 3 p.m. Free Admission City Councilman James Rodriquez invites families to celebrate the fresh start of a new school year at District Is new neighborhood park, Discovery Green. The event...

Arts Series

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 19:10:52 GMT

Screen on the Green – RUSHMORE 10TH CLASS REUNION! Friday, September 5 7:30 p.m. Free Admission Anheuser-Busch Stage and Fondren Performance Space Discovery Green’s free movie series celebrates Houston on film with a 10th anniversary screening of this indie classic by Houstonian Wes Anderson. Filmed at St. Johns School, Lamar High School and notable locations around the Bayou City, Rushmore features Jason Schwartzman and Bill Murray. Fresh Fridays presented by the Fresh Arts Coalition September 19, October 10, November 21 7 p.m. Free Admission Anheuser-Busch Stage and Fondren Performance Space Fresh Arts Coalition presents a monthly series of exciting art performances. September 19 features an exotic and edgy collaboration with Dance of Asian America and The Best of Slant from the Aurora Video Library. On October 10 the Bard gets fresh in brand spankin new recreations of his classics with Mildreds Umbrella Theatre Company and Dominic Walsh Dance Theater. Houston Arts...

Plan Your Event

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 18:29:33 GMT

With twelve acres across from the George R. Brown Convention Center in downtown Houston, Discovery Green will be an ideal location to host your corporate event, special occasion or childrens birthday party. Locations Against the backdrop of Houstons dramatic skyline, there is tremendous potential to make your event memorable. Several ideal locations at Discovery Green are available for private and public rentals. Event spaces can accommodate events from 15 up to 4,000 people. Anheuser-Busch Amphitheater Stage Lindsey Waterside Landing Macondas Grove/Market Grove Event Lawn Andrea and Bill White Promenade Jones Lawn View a listing and description or map of the Event Spaces. Proposals A proposal must be submitted to hold an event at Discovery Green. Please contact programs@discoverygreen.com or call 713-800-4700 for more information. Photography and video shoots Please note that all film, video and photo shoots to take place in...

Experience

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 16:13:51 GMT

Dowload this weeks Activities at Discovery Green Recycling Saturdays Bring your recycling to the park every Saturday morning between 10am-2pm

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