AlmedaPowerFest is a free public event to occur in
Peggy Park, on Almeda at Wheeler. The program will feature local
bands, a Teen Talent Competition and presentations by representatives of
the Greater Southeast Management District, SHAPE Community Center,
OST/Almeda Authority, and other entrepreneurial, municipal and
political leaders.
Speakers will share information
on upcoming and ongoing projects targeted for this inner-city
neighborhood (METRO Rail,
Home Ownership grants, etc), plus how to get involved in the economic
opportunities that abound. There will be information distribution
booths of non-profit social and community service-oriented organizations.
A platform will be also be
provided for constituent education... allowing an opportunity for mid-term election winners
to say "Thank You" and share their plans for the future.
Get a Headstart on the Holiday
Season!...Restaurant
and retail vendor booths will be complimented by AlmedaPowerFest
Coupons for holiday shopping specials at participating neighborhood
businesses.
JAWAD, Jazz, Folk and Original Music
OUR OBJECTIVE...
Residents who attend this family-oriented
event will leave with a greater knowledge of, and sense of inclusion
in, the many changes occurring around them as Houston's inner-city
neighborhoods are redeveloped and revitalized.
The Festival is be located near Almeda and Wheeler, just south of downtown Houston and east of 288's Southmore exit.
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CONVENIENTLY LOCATED
LESS THAN 2 MILES FROM..
Hermann Park,
Reliant Stadium,
Downtown Houston,
The Texas Medical Center,
The new Metro Rail Station,
The Houston Convention Center
Texas Southern University,
University of Houston,
Rice University,
Houston Community College
The University of St. Thomas,
The Houston Museum District,
Third Ward, Riverside and
Montrose communities.
Wall Mural next to the Post Office on Almeda. Artist: Israel McCloud
The Houston Insider
is a free weekly newspaper
published by The Turner Group, LLC with offices at 1713 Rosewood
and Almeda. The paper specializes in timely, topical and informative
content pertaining to theater, visual arts, entertainment, business,
civic interests and sports tageting Houston's upscale income
Houston's Black, Anglo and Hispanic communities. (More information:
www.houstoninsider.com)
MoShows.com is a local
artist booking firm with a diverse collection of fine artists:
musicians, speakers, poets, cultural exhibits and theatrical
presentations for local, national and international venues. (More
information: www.moshows.com)
The Wiseman Company
is a 27 year old advertising,
marketing and creative production firm. That handles all aspects
of event coordinating and planning. The firm was instrumental
in helping to coordinate the sucessful 2004 SuperBowl affiliated
"Super-Soul Fest" in Houston Texas.. (More information:
www.wisemancompany.com)
Call 713-521-0900 for info.
SCHEDULE
OF EVENTS*
____________________ FRIDAY
6pm-9pm AlmedaPowerFest VIP Reception
for sponsors, vendors and volunteers.
Tweed Smith
Neutral Sisters
Charlie Berry
____________________ SATURDAY
11am - 6pm
PROGRAM LINEUP*:
11:00am Rickey Ford: Dance, Zydeco, Party Band
12:00pm TEEN TALENT COMPETITION (Entries TBA)
1:00pm Management District Presentation
1:30pm Tweed Smith: Rock, Blues, Gospel
2:30pm Jawad: Jazz, Blues, Showtunes
3:30pm Charlie Berry: Pop, R&B, Soul
4:30pm BUY DIRT! Neighborhood Empowerment Rallyl
5:00pm D.R.U.M.: & Neutral Sisters Reggae, World Beat, Motown
6:00pm Wrap-up & Cleanup
7:00pm The Afterparty
(*Schedule subject
to change without notice.)
Note: Candidates for upcoming elections will
be scheduled to speak to the audience between band setups.
OTHER FEATURES ... Children's storytellers,
Performance Poets, Visual Artists, Art Gallery Exhibit(s) will
be in booths!
GOT THE MUNCHIES???
Carribbean Cuisine, Health
Food, Delicatessan Creole, Cajun, Soul Food etc are available at vendor booths and restaurants
nearby on Almeda!
Rickey Ford, & his party band
Want to
Participate?
Exhibit / Vendor
Booths are $100-$200!
Sponsorship Packages and Program Book
Ads are also available
Want to
Volunteer?! We need
folk to help with the Hospitality booth, coordinate and aid in
crowd control and setup. We evem have provisions for Performance
Vendors with Booth Demonstrations. If you or our organization
would like to help--and get a discounted booth!-- fill out the
form on the right!
Questions?
Call our voicemail at
713-866-6299 or, to speak to a live person, call 713-521-0900
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FOOD VENDORS...
Click here for the City of Houston Department'
of Health and Human Services' web page with forms and requirements
for food vending permits. Temporary permits cost $60/day and must
be PAID FOR 1 WEEK IN ADVANCE (by 4pm, October 22nd).
Food vendors will be charged a
minimum $200 since they must be in a covered space with
a cleanable floor. You may provide your own tent or trailor, but
we cannot assign a booth or trailer space to a food vendor without
a copy of a current food permit. Click here for answers to frequently asked
questions. Please note: the city only accepts cash or money
orders for payment at 8000 N Stadium Drive, Houston TX 77054. More
information: 713-794-9320
Wall mural in the 5400 block of Almeda. Artist: Israel McCloud.
ARTIST SHOWCASES:
Bands, musicians, poets, or other performance artists with family-oriented presentations are invited to come advertise, sell CDs, paintings, books, etc and display and demonstrate their talents! If you want to Showcase your talents, on one of our Stages or at a festival venue, let us know on your application. See the .pdf above.
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS:
If you are a church, social club or local non-profit organization, with volunteers, choirs, youth guides, marketing resources and other assistance to help make this festival a success, we offer a substantial discount for your booths. Please indicate that on the form above or give us a call at 713-866-6299.
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