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OCTOBER


Event: The Energy Capital Run
Date: Saturday, October 18, 2008
Time: 7:30 am - 9:30 am
Cost: $20/5k walk-run; $10 Kids 1 mile
Organization: The Joint Association to Stop Spina Bifida
Purpose: This events serves to educate the public about SB, spina bifida, a birth defect; as well as to inform the public on ways to prevent SB. SB is more common than MS, MD and CP combined! SB is predominant in the Hispanic Community. Join us for fun, join us for good competition, or just join us......for the health of it!
Notes: For more information about SB, please visit www.jassb.org.
Attire: Running, walking attire
Location: Energy Corridor area - Houston Texas
Contact: Maria Espinoza
Phone: 281-236-7580
E-mail: maria@jassb.org
Website: www.energycapitalrun.org

Event: NHPO Professional Networking Mixer Sponsored by New York Life
Date: Thursday, October 4, 2007
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost: Free for NHPO Members; $10 for Non-Members
Organization: National Hispanic Professional Organization (NHPO)
Purpose: Networking
Notes: Free finger foods.
Attire: Business. Gentlemen are required to wear a jacket.
Location: The Parador at 2021 Binz @ Almeda Rd., Houston, Texas
Contact: Lisa Valentin
Phone #:
E-mail: lvalentin@nhpo.us
Website: www.nhpo.us

Event: YAMATO
Date: Thursday & Friday, October 4 & 5, 2007
Time: 8:00 pm
Cost: $20-50
Organization: Society For The Performing Arts
Purpose: Japanese taiko drummers.
Notes: Japanese taiko drummers.
Attire: Business Casual
Location: Jones Hall at 615 Lousiana St., Houston, Texas 77002
Contact: Society for the Performing Arts
Phone: 713-227-4SPA
E-mail: info@spahouston.org
Website: www.spahouston.org

Event: AAMA Gala
Date: Friday, October 5, 2007
Time: 6:30 pm
Cost: Varies
Organization: Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans (AAMA)
Purpose: Entertainment
Notes:
Attire: Formal
Location: Intercontinental Hotel, Houston, Texas
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Event: Susan G Komen Race for the Cure
Date: Saturday, October 6, 2007
Time: 7:45 am
Cost: $15 for children and $30 for adults
Organization: Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Purpose: Race for the Cure raises money for breast cancer research. Susan G. Komen for the Cure is committed to saving lives and ending breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality of care for all and energizing science to find the cures.
Notes: Come participate in the Komen Race for the Cure and help raise money to further breast cancer research
Attire: Exercise Clothing
Location: Sam Houston Park Downtown
Contact: None
Phone: 713-783-9188
E-mail: None
Website: www.komen-houston.org

Event: Hats Off to Houston Gala
Date: Saturday, October 6, 2007
Time: 6:30 Pm Midnight
Cost: Varies
Organization: Down Syndrome Association of Houston
Purpose: To expand the services of the Down Syndrome Clinic at Texas Children's Hospital
Notes: The Down Syndrome Association of Houston is proud to host its Hats off to Houston gala, benefiting the Down Syndrome Clinic at Texas Children s Hospital on October 6. This black-tie event will be held at The Westin Oaks Galleria, with entertainment provided by Sujeet Desai, a world renowned musician born with Down syndrome. For ticket information please visit the Down Syndrome Association s website at www.dsah.com or call 281-989-0345.
Attire: Black Tie
Location: Westin Oaks Hotel at 5011 Westheimer, Houston, Texas
Contact: Rosa Rocha
Phone: 281-989-0345
E-mail: rosarocha08@sbcglobal.net
Website: www.dsah.org

Event: Camping 101 - Bayou City Outdoors
Date: Tuesday, October 9, 2007
Time: 7:00 pm
Cost: Free
Organization: Bayou City Outdoors
Purpose: Do you dream of sleeping under the stars? Was the last time you camped out with the scouts when you were in second grade? Texas has some great camping spots and you only need a little knowledge to get outside and enjoy it all!

Join us for Camping 101 where you will learn the basics you need to know about camping including what to take, what not to take, how to set up a tent, and great places to camp. We will also review the equipment you will need for camping with in-store demonstration of tents and camping gear.
Notes:
Attire: Casual
Location: REI Houston at 7538 Westheimer, Houston, Texas
Contact: Kelly
Phone: 713-524-3567
E-mail: Kelly@BayouCityOutdoors.com
Website: www.BayouCityOutdoors.com

Event: NAHREP/NHPO Luncheon
Date: Thursday, October 11, 2007
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cost: $25/Members; $30/Non-Members
Organization: National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) & National Hispanic Professional Organization (NHPO)
Purpose: Networking
Notes:
Attire: Business
Location: NW Crown Plaza at 12801 Northwest Frwy., Houston, Texas
Contact: Sylvia Guillen
Phone #:
E-mail: bestwarrantylady@houston.rr.com
Website: www.nahrep-houston.org

Event: Hispanic Entrepreneur Series
Date: Every saturday until November 17
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: Free
Organization: Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (HHCC)
Purpose: To provide the tools to people interested in starting a business.
Notes: Classes are conducted in Spanish. Different topics are covered every week. We recommend you attend all remaining classes.
Attire: Business Casual
Location: 2302 Fannin, 2nd Floor, Houston, Texas
Contact: Rene Cantu
Phone: 713-644-7070
E-mail: rcantu@houstonhispanicchamber.com
Website: www.houstonhispanicchamber.com

Event: Hispanic Organizations' Meeting w/ Channel 26 Achor, Sibila Vargas
Date: Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cost: Free
Organization: All Hispanic Organizations
Purpose: Networking
Notes: Everyone is invited.
Attire: As you are.
Location: City Hall, Mayor's 1st Floor Conference Room, Houston, Texas
Contact: Ben Mendez
Phone #:
E-mail: bmendez@nhpo.us
Website: www.thehoustoncalendar.com

Event: Networking and Business Development Breakfast
Date: Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Time: 7:30 am - 9:00am
Cost: Members: $10, Non-members: $15
Organization: Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (HHCC)
Purpose: With more than 170 attendees, the monthly Networking and Business Develoment Breakfast gives members an excellent opportunity to network and to showcase their products and services.
Notes: Please register online.
Attire: Business Attire
Location: Westin Oaks Galleria at 5011 Westheimer, 21st Floor, Houston, Texas
Contact: Elisabeth Urtado
Phone: 713-644-7070
E-mail: eurtado@houstonhispanicchamber.com
Website: www.houstonhispanicchamber.com

Event: Procurement Roundtable
Date: Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Cost: Members: Free; Non-members: $25
Organization: Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (HHCC)
Purpose: This event gives participants an opportunity to meet in a small group setting with some of Houston's larger companies. Company representatives discuss how to take advantage of their procurement opportunities.
Notes: This meeting is scheduled to occur directly after the Montly Networking and Business Development Breakfast, in the same location. Please register online
Attire: Business Attire
Location: Westin Oaks Galleria at 5011 Westheimer, 21st Floor, Houston, Texas
Contact: Elisabeth Urtado
Phone: 713-644-7070
E-mail: eurtado@houstonhispanicchamber.com
Website: www.houstonhispanicchamber.com

Event: Business Seminar: Mastering the Supply Chain
Date: October 18, 25, & November 1, 8, 2007
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cost: Member: Free; Non-member: $25
Organization: Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (HHCC)
Purpose: This series of seminars will be a hands on lesson on responding to RFP's and RFQ's and preparing captivating sales presentations.
Notes: This is a series of seminars that walks you through the entire process of submitting applications for procurement opportunities. We recommend you attend all sessions.
Attire: Business Attire
Location: HHCC Office at 1801 Main St., Suite 1075, Houston, Texas
Contact: Rene Cantu
Phone: 713-644-7070
E-mail: rcantu@houstonhispanicchamber.com
Website: www.houstonhispanicchamber.com

Event: Mensual Meeting
Date: Thursday, October 18, 2007
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost:
Organization: Cámara de Empresarios Latinos de Houston
Purpose:
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Attire: Casual
Location: 6780 Southwest Freeway, Houston Texas 77057
Contact: Sylvia Quintanilla
Phone: 713-774-5002
E-mail: info@empresarioslatinos.org
Website: www.emrpesarioslatinos.org

Event: Splendid China: Journey to the East
Date: October 19-20, 2007
Time: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Cost: Free
Organization: Dance of Asian America
Purpose: Join Dance of Asian America in our journey to the east through this unique and high caliber performance featuring amazing international and national guest artists and outstanding local artists. All new and award winning choreography will be presented to explore various regions of China and their unique cultures. Come delight your senses and learn about the exciting wonders in Splendid China. This evening in the park will be fun for the whole family.
Notes: No special notes.
Attire: casual
Location: Miller Outdoor Theatre
Contact: Jen
Phone: 713-526-1049
E-mail: jen@dancehouston.org
Website: www.danceaa.org

Event: Link Up Greater Houston
Date: Saturday, October 20, 2007
Time: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Cost: $30/Individual
Organization: YMCA of Greater Houston
Purpose: Educate your team to transform lives!
Notes: Help our Children and teens to be sucessful
Attire: As you are
Location: George R. Brown Convension Center at 1001 Avenida de las Americas, Houston, Texas
Contact: YMCA of Greater Houston
Phone: 512-473-8377
E-mail: linkup@ymcahouston.org
Website: http://www.tape.org/linkup07info.html

Event: HISD Town Hall Meeting
Date: Thursday, October 25, 2007
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Cost: Free
Organization: Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Purpose: Come here Dr. Abelardo Saavedra answer questions about the upcoming $805 Million Bond Issue for which HISD is asking for voter approval during the November 8 election.
Notes: Please register online if you plan to attend.
Attire: Business
Location: HCC-Southeast at 6815 Rustic, First Floor Lecture Hall, Houston, Texas
Contact: Rene Cantu
Phone: 713-644-7070
E-mail: rcantu@houstonhispanicchamber.com
Website: www.houstonhispanicchamber.com

Event: NHPO Trip to China
Date: Friday, October 26, - Saturday, November 3, 2007
Time:
Cost: $1,399/person
Organization: National Hispanic Professional Organization (NHPO)
Purpose: Educational
Notes: Everyone is invited.
Attire: As you are.
Location: China
Contact: JR Gonzales
Phone #:
E-mail: jrgonzales@nhpo.us
Website: www.nhpo.us

Event: Hispanic Entrepreneur Series
Date: Every saturday until November 17
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: Free
Organization: Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (HHCC)
Purpose: To provide the tools to people interested in starting a business.
Notes: Classes are conducted in Spanish. Different topics are covered every week. We recommend you attend all remaining classes.
Attire: Business Casual
Location: 2302 Fannin, 2nd Floor, Houston, Texas
Contact: Rene Cantu
Phone: 713-644-7070
E-mail: rcantu@houstonhispanicchamber.com
Website: www.houstonhispanicchamber.com

Event: NHPO Networking Breakfast w/ Dr. Abe Saavedra, HISD
Date: Saturday, October 27, 2007
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $15 for a breakfast buffet, drinks and tip
Organization: National Hispanic Professional Organization (NHPO)
Purpose: Educational
Notes: Topic: HISD Bond Election
Attire: As you are.
Location: Churrascos at 2055 Westheimer @ Shephard, Houston, Texas
Contact: Sonia Gonzales
Phone #:
E-mail: sgonzales@nhpo.us
Website: www.nhpo.us

Event: Loco Comedy Jam
Date: Saturday, October 27, 2007
Time: 7:30 pm
Cost: $25
Organization: Verizon Theatre
Purpose: Entertainment
Notes:
Attire: As you are.
Location: Verizon Theatre at 520 Texas Ave., Houston, Texas
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Website: www.ticketmaster.com

Event: 18th Annual "Gathering of Friends" Festival
Date: Sunday, October 28, 2007
Time: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Cost: Every thing is Free except Food and Hot Dog and Coke $1.00
Organization: Down Syndrome Association of Houston
Purpose: Bring Friends and Families together to enjoy a day of relaxation and share with other families
Notes: The Gathering of Friends is open to the public. We invite families to come and join our families and get to know our family members and friends with Down Syndrome. We want to celebrate their abilities. We have petting zoo, clowns, pony rides, train rides, games, face painting, bouncers, D.J., Rock climbing wall, etc.
Attire: Casual
Location: Christa V. Adair Park at 15107 Cullen Blvd., Houston, Texas
Contact: Rosa Rocha
Phone: 281-989-0345
E-mail: rosarocha08@sbcglobal.net
Website: www.dsah.org

Event: Monster Mash
Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cost: $6 adults; $5 children
Organization: The Health Museum
Purpose: Enjoy a Monster Mash with your favorite Sesame Street monster, Elmo! Explore the new exhibit, get healthy goodies and take a peek at the new Live Science Show. See Flossie the tooth fairy, participate in a costume parade led by Elmo and more! Sesame Street Presents: The Body requires an additional admission fee.
Notes: Children who come in costume receive $1 off general admission.
Attire: Casual
Location: The Health Museum at 1515 Hermann Dr., Houston, Texas 77004
Contact: The Health Museum
Phone: 713-521-1515
E-mail: pr@thehealthmuseum.org
Website: www.thehealthmuseum.org

Event: Halloween Social NW Houston - Houston Single Source
Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Time: 6;00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cost: This event is free for HSS members and $10 for non-members.
Organization: Houston Single Source
Purpose: Houston Single Source has done their research for all trick or treaters and is advising the Northwest Houston singles where to go. Do not miss Johnny Carinos, 19820 Hwy 290. They are hosting a party with HSS and giving away the best treats in the area.

Complimentary appetizers
Introductions to new singles in the area
Free memberships to HSS
Gift certificates
And much more
Notes: To fill up your baskets and meet a treat, please RSVP at www.HoustonSingleSource.com
Attire: Business Casual
Location: Johnny Carinos
Contact: Denise
Phone: 713-630-0546
E-mail: Denise@HoustonSingleSource.com
Website: www.HoustonSingleSource.com

Event: Halloween Social Clear Lake - Houston Single Source
Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cost: This event is free for HSS members and $10 for non-members.
Organization: Houston Single Source
Purpose: Houston Single Source has done their research for all trick or treaters and is advising the Clear Lake singles where to go. Do not miss Mama Ninfas, 463 Bay Area Blvd. They are hosting a party with HSS and giving away the best treats in the area.

Complimentary appetizers
Introductions to new singles in the area
Free memberships to HSS
Gift certificates
And much more
Notes: To fill up your baskets and meet a treat, please RSVP at www.HoustonSingleSource.com.
Attire: Business Casual
Location: Mama Ninfas
Contact: Denise
Phone: 713-630-0546
E-mail: Denise@HoustonSingleSource.com
Website: www.HoustonSingleSource.com

Event: Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez in Concert
Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Time: 7:00 pm
Cost: Varies
Organization: Toyota Center
Purpose: Entertainment
Notes:
Attire: Casual
Location: Toyota Center, Houston, Texas
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