We're big fans of coffee shops and the role they can play in cultivating a strong sense of community - making new friends, learning new things, getting "the dirt" on what's happening in the neighborhood. We hope this weekly update helps a bit with some of those things!
Fun Fact
On Tuesday February 13th, many of us celebrate Mardi Gras. Those of us who grew up Louisiana tend to think that the celebration originated in New Orleans. History tells a slightly different story. Learn more about the humble beginnings of Mardi Gras in America here.
Did You Know?
America's first Black Sheriff and key figure in the founding of Prairie View A&M University called Richmond home and was laid to rest in Morton Cemetery just a few blocks from Blockhouse.🤯 Learn more about fascinating local trailblazer, Walter Moses Burton, here.
Neighborhood News
Sandy McGee's is hosting a Valentine's Dinner on Wednesday FEB 14th
Treasure Hunters Gallery is having their 20th anniversary party
Unwine'd is offering 20% off bottles of wine on Valentine's Day
Jillian Reed from LIT Bookbar was recently featured in Voyage Houston
Well Said
“We can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorns have roses.” ― Alphonse Karr
ACDC
Episode 56 of Aimee & Cody Do Coffee is live! Watch it on Facebook here or on Instagram here.