Happy 4th of July, Heights neighbors! Whether you’re spending the day grilling in the backyard, finding a good spot to catch the Downtown fireworks show, or explaining to your dog (again) that fireworks aren’t personal, it’s a joy to celebrate community and country with all of you!
Included in this month’s newsletter is my favorite photo from the 20th Annual Bicycle Rally & Scavenger Hunt After Party, featuring my own crew enjoying the fun at the Fire Station! Thank you to everyone who helped make that weekend so special. From the scavenger hunts to the helmet hair, it was a perfect start to summer in the Heights.
Looking ahead, I hope to see you on Monday, July 14 at our Great American Pie Contest! I’ll be there as one of your judges (yes, it’s as delicious as it sounds), sampling entries to award in fabulous categories: Sweet, Savory, Junior Baker (for 17yo and younger), and Presentation. Whether you’re baking or just tasting, this event is as cozy and competitive as it gets. Come connect, satisfy your sweet tooth, cheer on the bakers, and maybe leave with bragging rights.
As always, I’d love to meet you, hear your ideas, and dream big about our neighborhood’s future together. Don’t be a stranger… especially if you come bearing pie!
Love & Blessings,
Hannah White
Do you have a pie recipe that never fails to impress? Now’s your chance to show it off at the Great American Pie Contest, happening during our July General Meeting happening on Monday, July 14 at 6:30pm. This friendly neighborhood competition invites bakers of all ages and skill levels to enter their best pies in one or more of the following categories: Sweet, Savory, Junior Baker, and Presentation.
To qualify, each contestant must bring two pies for judging—so our panel of six judges has plenty to sample as they decide which pies rise to the top.
Even if you're not baking, this is a perfect evening to enjoy some good old-fashioned fun, cheer on your neighbors, and maybe even pick up some inspiration for your next pie. There will be great company, delicious flavors, and a chance to be part of a Heights tradition that celebrates creativity, community, and a love of sweet treats. Whether you're entering a pie or just coming to join the festivities, we hope to see you there—because everyone’s invited!
A special thank you to John Frels for chairing this event🎉🥧
Wednesday, August 13, 2025 | 7:30pm | Alley Theatre
Join the HHA for a glamorous night out at the Alley Theatre to see The Mirror Crack'd, a thrilling stage adaptation of Agatha Christie's classic mystery.
Miss Marple, Agatha Christie's iconic sleuth, takes center stage in this gripping, glamorous mystery. When the filming of a star-studded movie in a quaint village leads to a chilling murder, everyone becomes a suspect. Miss Marple untangles a web of jealousy, ambition, and hidden truths. Can you solve who is behind it all?!
Come early to mix and mingle! Grab a drink at the bar and connect with fellow HHA members before the curtain rises.
Hit the button below to reserve your spot for HHA Night at the Theater—tickets start at just $25 and you need to use promo code HHA!
Can't make it on August 13?Use promo codeHHA for a special discount on tickets to any other performance of The Mirror Crack'd. It's a dazzling evening of suspense, style, and community—you won't want to miss it!
Lace up for a neighborhood tradition 40 years in the making! The 40th Annual Houston Heights Fun Run is happening Saturday, October 11, and you're invited to be part of the celebration.
Choose from a 10K, 5K, 5K Walk, or Kids 1K and join neighbors on a beautiful Fall morning along historic Heights Boulevard. Whether you're racing to beat your best time or just taking a stroll with family and friends, there's a place for you at the starting line.
Parents and caregivers, mark your calendars for Sunday, September 8 at 6:00pm—the Greater Heights School Choice Fair is back! Held at the historic Houston Houston Heights Fire Station, 107 W. 12th Street, this annual event is your chance to meet representatives fromschools serving the Heights and surrounding area.
Whether you’re exploring options for elementary, middle, or high school, we promise to offer a relaxed and welcoming way to gather information, ask questions, and connect directly with school staff—all in one evening.
Bring your questions, bring your neighbors, and bring the kids! It's free to attend and open to all families in the community.
July 2025 Yard of the Month
921 Heights Boulevard
Amy Harris has brought creativity and heart to the historic 1903 home she’s lovingly cared for since moving to 921 Heights Boulevard in 2019. Drawing on her passion for gardening and rock hunting, she designed a landscape full of vibrant blooms—hibiscus, passion vine, roses, and more—paired with personal touches like koi-shaped juniper plantings, trellised mandevilla, and antique globe lampposts glowing red at night. A striking crystal soapstone and her collection of petrified wood add sculptural beauty throughout the space. The result is a garden that feels both artful and deeply rooted in history.
Special thanks to New Roots Landscaping Nursery & Antiques for awarding Amy a gift card in recognition of her inspiring yard.
Cactus and Succulent expert Echo Pang Tuesday, July 8 at 6:30pm
Boulevard Realty
927 Studewood Street, Suite 200
Echo will have a presentation on Cacti and Succulents 101 from the world's habitat to growing them in our own Houston backyard. Echo hopes to make people feel confident in trying many of the species she will introduce, to have success with them, and enjoy them for many years to come. She will bring some sample plants to sell based on her talk, and also info about Houston Cactus and Succulent Society. For payment of any plants, she accepts cash, credit cards, Venmo, Zelle and PayPal.
In Nature Reclaims: Wood Pile, Houston artist Amanda Barry Jones responds to the devastation left by the 2024 storms that swept through Garden Oaks and the Heights—neighborhoods she has called home. Uprooted oaks and pines, once landmarks of these communities, are reimagined in her sculpture as habitats for birds, insects, reptiles, and mammals, all delicately crafted from clay. What first appears as storm debris reveals itself as a scene of renewal, where life emerges from decay. Barry Jones holds an MFA in sculpture and ceramics from Houston Christian University and leads the Art Department at Galveston College. Her work has been widely exhibited across Texas.
Join us for the HHA Blood Drive on Tuesday, July 15, in partnership with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center! Donating blood not only saves lives—maybe even your own—but also comes with some great perks this summer. All donors will receive a free diabetes screening and a free eGift card as part of Gulf Coast Regional’s summer promotion, running through July 31. It’s a simple way to give back and stay on top of your health. Help your neighbors, beat the heat with cool rewards, and make a lasting difference.
In the mood for a slice of fun? Dig into this month’s Heights-themed jigsaw puzzle—it’s packed with flavor and just a touch of mystery. You might recognize a crumb or two from one of our most beloved annual events (hint: it’s full of wheels, clues, and community spirit). See how fast you can piece it together… no rolling pin required!
Get added peace of mind by joining the Heights Constable Patrol Program, now offered at a pro-rated rate of $306 for the remainder of the 2025 term. This program supports three Precinct 1 deputies assigned specifically to the Heights, providing increased patrols, quicker response times, and a consistent presence in the neighborhood. Funded entirely by residents, the program runs through January 31, 2026. It’s a simple, effective way to support neighborhood safety—for your home and the whole community.
