🌱 Patch AM: Aldine ISD shines with student achievements this Thanksgiving season

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Aldine ISD shines with student achievements this Thanksgiving season

Celebrate the holidays with adoptable bunnies in Houston

Houston universities excel in entrepreneurship rankings

Also on today's calendar: Bonsai Workshop at Eureka Heights Brew Co and 9 more events.

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Today's riddle: How did the bee get out of timeout? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Tuesday: Clouds and sunshine, with a high of 86 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 84, low: 67.

Thursday: Thunderstorms, with a high of 84 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Superintendent's Message — A Celebratory Season of Achievement (aldineisd.org) — Aldine ISD celebrates student achievements and community support as they approach Thanksgiving. The district highlights academic growth and upcoming events, showcasing the dedication of students and staff in the Houston area, emphasizing the importance of family and community engagement.

2. Hop Into the Holidays: Houston Rabbit Resource hosts "Winter Bunderland" event (theleadernews.com) — Join the Houston Rabbit Resource for their annual 'Winter Bunderland' event on December 6. This festive market will feature local vendors, adoptable rabbits, and activities for families, all supporting a great cause in Houston.

3. 2 Houston universities sweep top spots in rankings for entrepreneurship studies (khou.com) — Two Houston universities have been recognized as top institutions for entrepreneurship studies, with the University of Houston and Rice University leading the rankings. Their programs emphasize real-world experience and strong mentorship, contributing to the entrepreneurial landscape in Houston.

4. Opera in the Heights raises the curtain on a new season with a new general director (houstonchronicle.com) — Opera in the Heights is launching its new season with Kathryn Frady as the interim general director. The season features local talent and aims to provide opportunities for emerging artists, showcasing Houston's vibrant cultural scene.

5. Record-breaking number of Texans to travel during Thanksgiving (fox4news.com) — AAA Texas forecasts a record 5.8 million Texans will travel for Thanksgiving, with many driving to destinations including Houston. This increase highlights the significance of family gatherings during the holiday season.

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Houston

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★ Featured events ★

Xavier Wulf

House of Blues - Houston, 1204 Caroline St, Houston

7:00 pm

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Other local events

Bonsai Workshop at Eureka Heights Brew Co

Eureka Heights Brew Co , 941 W 18th St , Houston

7:00 pm

The Outsiders

The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts , 800 Bagby St , Houston

7:30 pm

Drunk Christmas Carol

The Emerald Theatre , 412 Travis St , Houston

9:00 am

Motion City Soundtrack and Say Anything

House of Blues - Houston , 1204 Caroline St , Houston

6:00 pm

Air Tech Cooling, Heating, Plumbing and Electrical Launches Month-Long Food Drive to Support Wesley

2114 Lou Ellen Ln , Houston

9:00 am

Playboi Carti

Toyota Center , 1510 Polk St , Houston

7:00 pm

Green Wave Litter Cleanup at Blackhawk Park

Blackhawk Park , 9401 Fuqua St , Houston

10:00 am

The Great Houston Pie Run

North of the intersection of TC Jester and W 20th Street

7:00 am

Houston Water Lantern Festival

City Place, Spring TX , 1250 Lake Plaza Dr , Spring

3:00 pm

The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Houston, TX

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center , 6633 Travis St , Houston

6:00 pm

Bingo Loco: The Ultimate Bingo Party

NOTO 3215 McKinney Street Houston, Texas 77003

6:00 pm

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