Independence Day is just ahead, and your plans might include firework displays, a backyard picnic, or perhaps fun at the beach. The American Red Cross offers these tips so you can enjoy a fun-packed, safe holiday. Read Safety Tips: rdcrss.org/4l17akU

Please note the new location for our monthly board meeting:

Public meetings for the SAFER Study will be held in July and August, including Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Alief Community Center. Learn more and check out the full in-person meeting schedule and virtual schedule: theleadernews.com/community/help…

SUPPORT KERRVILLE, TX 💙 The International District's Lena's Asian Kitchen will donate 100% of meal prep proceeds to flood relief efforts now through July 10. Visit lenasasiankitchen.com for more information and to place your order.

The Office of Business Opportunity, City of Houston District F, and the Houston Public Library are proud to announce the launch of the Future Founders Program for 10 to 14-year-olds! APPLICATIONS CLOSE JULY 16! Learn more: houstonobo.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9H….

Step into motion this summer at the Youth Health Advocacy Initiative's FREE Youth Sports Camp for middle and high school students on July 12 and July 13 at the Alief Community Center. Register at tinyurl.com/alief-sports-d…

Don't miss this FREE 45-minute session for kids and adults to learn about water safety at the Alief Neighborhood Center, 11903 Bellaire Blvd. Sign up: forms.office.com/pages/response…

Mark your calendars for the Alief Night Market with The WOW Project! 🎉 📍 Alief Community Garden 📅 Saturday, September 13, 2025 🕕 6 PM – 10 PM Discover local vendors, art, delicious food, and live music beneath the stars! ✨

Don't miss the Hope Clinic Alief Back-To-School Event on Saturday, July 26! FREE backpacks filled with school supplies, food and health screenings, including vision and oral checks. 📚🍎🩺 📍 Location: 13930 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, Texas 77083 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Volunteer with the District F office to canvas the Alief neighborhood of Catalina Square after the recent June fire. Help spread awareness on best practices for keeping loved ones safe. Register here: forms.office.com/Pages/Response…

Join AliefVotes, the Resilient Cities Network, and the National Wildlife Federation for a community seeding, tour, and workshop at the Alief Community Garden on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 10 AM to noon. Register at tinyurl.com/pocket-prairie…

🌱Join AliefVotes, the Resilient Cities Network, and the National Wildlife Federation to create a pocket prairie at the Alief Community Garden! Learn how pocket prairies enhance water quality, minimize pollution, and provide habitats for local wildlife. tinyurl.com/pocket-prairie… 🌍

The City of Houston is considering changes to the Civility Ordinance that would extend sidewalk usage restrictions in Downtown and East Downtown. District F wants to hear from residents on the proposed changes and related housing and public safety efforts. forms.office.com/pages/response…

Lena's Foundation invites you to an exclusive evening in support of families impacted by the recent flooding in the Texas Hill Country. Lena's Foundation is affiliated with Lena's Asian Kitchen, headquartered in the International District. Buy tickets: eventship.com/event/07-28-25…

Please note the location change for today's IMD board meeting. Download the agenda here: dropbox.com/scl/fi/d4b9que…

Looking for a delicious way to beat the heat this weekend? Chill out in Houston's vibrant Asiatown at a Summer Foodie Tour—happening this Sunday at 2:30 PM! Save your spot NOW: asiatowntourhtx.com/book-online?ut….

The 2025 sales tax holiday begins Friday, Aug. 8, and goes through midnight Sunday, Aug. 10. comptroller.texas.gov/taxes/publicat…

Eat your way through Asiatown with someone who knows it well: the Houston Chronicle's restaurant critic, Bao Ong. houstonchronicle.com/food-culture/a…

Sign up for regular updates from the ALIEF SUPERNEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL Team: aliefsuperneighborhood.org/mailing-list-a…

Rest in peace, Barbara Quattro, who served within the International District since its establishment. Thank you for your inspiring dedication to our community. Read about just a few of her contributions to the area: imdhouston.org/2019/10/barbar…