Looking to make a difference this week?
From an education banquet to a shopping fundraiser, there's plenty to do when it comes to good causes in Houston this week. Read on for a rundown.
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Vision of Excellence Banquet
Come celebrate education and be a part of the inaugural Vision of Excellence banquet on Friday evening. The event will honor several educators and present 15 Houston-area high school seniors with $1,000 scholarships.
When: Friday, April 26, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Unlimited Visions' The Recovery & Wellness Center, 5519 Lawndale St.
Price: $25 (General Admission); $150 (Table for Seven)
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Every Village 5K Run for Radios and Kids' 1K
Get moving for a good cause on Saturday morning. Proceeds from this 5K race (or 1K for the kids) at Spring Valley Village City Park will be used to purchase solar-powered radios for people in South Sudan. After the run, enjoy breakfast provided by Chick-fil-A.
When: Saturday, April 27, 7:45-10 a.m.
Where: Spring Valley Village City Park, 1025 Campbell Road
Price: $30
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Urban FarmFest
Bring the family and fido to the Urban FarmFest on Saturday at Westbury Farms. The event features yoga, farm tours, gumbo and crawfish tasting, face painting, veggie sales, vendors and more. The event raises funds for Plant It Forward, a nonprofit that helps refugees through entrepreneurial urban farming in Houston.
When: Saturday, April 27, 1-4 p.m.
Where: Plant It Forward Westbury Farms, 12581 Dunlap St.
Price: Free
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Shop with Heart Card Kick-Off Event
Last but not least, kick off the annual 10-day 'Shop with Heart Card' event at Kuhl-Linscomb on Wednesday evening. American Heart Association supporters will enjoy 20 percent off purchases while sampling pizza, Southern food and sweets.
When: Wednesday, April 24, 6 p.m.
Where: Kuhl-Linscomb, 2418 W. Alabama St.
Price: Free
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