Discovery Green Conservancy

Ice Sculpting Event Debuts at Discovery Green

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Ice Sculpting Event Debuts at Discovery Green Seven of the most acclaimed ice sculptors in the country to compete Discovery Green has been a most popular destination in downtown Houston since its opening last April. The Ice at Discovery Green, Holiday Skating on Kinder Lake, presented by the Houston Chronicle, remains open daily through January 19 for ice skaters of all ages. In keeping with the ongoing themes of supporting the works of local artists and offering free and eclectic entertainment for the public, Discovery Green is pleased to announce a very special event on Saturday, January 10. Houston's First Annual Magnificent Seven All Out Ice Sculpting. This competition will pit seven artists competing to create the best ice masterpiece, using seven tons of ice in seven hours. WHAT: The first annual Houston's First Annual Magnificent Seven All Out Ice Sculpting at Discovery Green. The public is invited to watch as seven of the top ice carving sculptors...

Holiday Items on Sale at Green Market at Discovery Green

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Holiday Items on Sale at Green Market at Discovery Green Gift items as well as organic fruits and vegetables available each Thursday at the new downtown park With its emphasis on healthy living, Discovery Green is proud to host a weekly organic urban market every Thursday afternoon from 4:00 – 7:30 p.m. Managed by the Central City-Co-op, the market currently features up to 12 vendors weekly, showcasing their organically grown produce, fruits, clothing and specialty foods. The market organizers are delighted to announce that holiday gift items will be available to shoppers in November and December. The following vendors will offer special holiday gifts and products: Trentino Gelato--- pre-packaged gelato bon-bons Coffee Groundz---- hot coffee and whole coffee beans Words and Food-- gingerbread men and cuties, mexican wedding-style cookie snowballs. Customers may pre-order larger quantities of pimento cheese. ...

Explore Discovery Green this Holiday Season

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 21:00:00 GMT

Explore Discovery Green this Holiday Season The Ice at Discovery Green Holiday Skating on Kinder Lake presented by the Houston Chronicle November 27, 2008 - January 19, 2009 October 16, 2008 – Houston’s downtown park, Discovery Green, will offer a spectacular menu of holiday activities this season. Reconnect with family and friends and enjoy these holiday festivities at the park: The Ice at Discovery Green Outdoor ice skating makes a welcome return to downtown Houston with The Ice at Discovery Green, Holiday Skating on Kinder Lake, presented by the Houston Chronicle. The ice rink opens Thursday, November 27, following the annual Thanksgiving Day Parade. The 7,200 square-foot skating surface at Kinder Lake will be open daily from November 27 through Martin Luther King Day, January 19, 2009. For just $10, including skate rental, visitors to Discovery Green will enjoy outdoor ice skating and a number of exciting special events planned throughout the holiday...

Inprint Readings on the Green presents Andrea White, reading from her new children's novel Window Boy, and gifted young writer Jemma Leech

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 13:00:00 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FROM INPRINT Contact: Krupa Parikh, Marketing/Outreach Director 713/521-2026; 713.502.8825c Inprint Readings on the Green presents Andrea White, reading from her new children’s novel Window Boy, and gifted young writer Jemma Leech HOUSTON—Inprint Readings on the Green presents Houston First Lady Andrea White, reading from her new children’s novel Window Boy, and gifted young writer Jemma Leech. The reading takes place on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, 7 pm, at Houston’s Discovery Green Park, in Downtown Houston at 1500 McKinney, near the main stage of the Park. The reading is free and open to the public and is followed by a book sale and signing. For more information, visit www.inprinthouston.org or call 713.521.2026. Andrea White’s thoughtful new children’s novel Window Boy follows 12-year-old Sam Davis, as he moves from his home, where he has spent his life watching the world through his window, to Stirling Junior High. This is where Sam—a boy with cerebral...

SCREAM on the Green at Discovery Green

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 17:00:00 GMT

SCREAM on the Green at Discovery Green A FREE outdoor Halloween party for the whole family Friday, October 31, 2008 Ghouls and Ghosts will be lurking around downtown on Halloween at Discovery Green. Dress up the family for a free, fun-filled spooky outdoor Halloween party. Throughout the evening guests will compete in adult, children, and even dog costume contests while enjoying Halloween treats and scary music. The entertainment includes an opportunity to sing along with your favorite Halloween tunes at Café Scary-oke presented by KPFT and dance under the stars until 11pm. In addition to the contests, visitors to Discovery Green will have an opportunity to adopt a dog from B.A.R.C. and be entertained by Puppet Pizazz, Living Statues, Roller Skating Car Hop girls, fortune tellers and face painters. An array of vendors featuring Halloween and environmentally-friendly themes will also be prominent in this exciting event, produced by J & D Entertainment and Elias Events....

High School for the Performing and Visual Arts at Discovery Green Honoring Nancy G. Kinder

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 19:00:00 GMT

High School for the Performing and Visual Arts at Discovery Green Honoring Nancy G. Kinder Talented students will perform in a free event on Friday, October 17 Houston’s best young musicians, actors, dancers and singers from the internationally renowned High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA) will dazzle audiences in a free event on Friday, October 17 at Discovery Green. The event is a tribute to Nancy G. Kinder, former Board Chair, Discovery Green Conservancy. Made possible by generous support from Andrea and Mayor Bill White, this annual event will take place every year until 2010 and will honor Mrs. Kinder for her dedication and commitment to the Discovery Green Conservancy. As a respected member of the community and skilled fundraiser, Mrs. Kinder spearheaded an initiative to raise more than $52 million in private donations for the opening of Discovery Green. This annual event will show appreciation for all her time and financial contributions to the park. ...

Thank You, Houston: A Celebration of Gulf Coast Voices, Music and Food

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Thank You, Houston: A Celebration of Gulf Coast Voices, Music and Food FEMA joins the list of 12+ service providers and aid agencies on hand at the event Friday, September 26, 2008 6:30 p.m. – Discovery Green at 1500 McKinney Houston's Katrina community postponed its September 13 commemoration of the hurricane’s third anniversary due to the impending landfall of Ike. Originally planned as an opportunity to express survivors’ gratitude to the city, Thank You, Houston, has been re-constituted as and re-scheduled a citywide salute to the generous spirit of giving that Houston has shown all of its residents – old and new – in such times of need. On Friday September 26, an evening program of music, food, stories and mixed media celebrating the rich traditions of the Gulf Coast will be combined with an assembly of organizations distributing information about Ike-related assistance, volunteerism and rehab, providing computer access and support, and recording citizens stories about Hurricane...

Downtown Green Market at Discovery Green

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Downtown Green Market at Discovery Green Fresh fruits, vegetables and organic foods available each Thursday at the new downtown park Houstonians seeking to supplement their Thursday afternoon happy hour have an exciting alternative in downtown Houston. Discovery Green, the urban park located across from the George R. Brown Convention Center, opened April 13, 2008. Houstonians and visitors to the city are enjoying 12 acres of urban green space including one-acre lake, children’s playground area, interactive water features, multi-use amphitheater stage and sloping lawn, small and large dog runs, various public art works, lawns and many special events and unique programs. With its emphasis on healthy living, Discovery Green is proud to host a weekly organic urban market every Thursday afternoon from 4:00 – 7:30 p.m. Managed by the Central City-Co-op, the urban market currently features up to 12 vendors weekly, showcasing their organically grown produce, fruits and eggs,...

Outdoor Ice Skating Debuts at Discovery Green

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 20:00:00 GMT

Another family-friendly offering at the downtown park November 27, 2008 - January 19, 2009 Outdoor ice skating makes a welcome return to downtown Houston with The Ice at Discovery Green, Holiday Skating on the Lake, presented by the Houston Chronicle. Sure to be a favorite holiday destination, the ice rink opens Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2008 and runs through Martin Luther King Day, January 19, 2009. The Ice at Discovery Green will span 7,200 square feet of the model boat basin on Kinder Lake, hold 6,000-gallons of water, and measure a cool 22 degrees. The skating experience will also include a toddler ice rink, skate shop, snack shop and gift shop, in addition to private skating instruction, special performances by regional figure skating stars; jazz music, film and DJ nights; and skating with Santa. Other activities at the 12-acre Discovery Green include a children’s playground area, interactive water features, multi-use amphitheater stage and sloping lawn, small and...

Discovery Green Fall Programming Schedule

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:00:00 GMT

September 1 – November 26, 2008 Live music, diverse cultural programs and ice skating highlight the fall activities at the downtown park Discovery Green has been a popular destination with Houstonians and visitors to the city since its official opening on April 13, 2008. Located in downtown Houston across from the George R. Brown Convention Center, Discovery Green is 12 acres of urban green space including one-acre lake, children’s playground area, interactive water features, multi-use amphitheater stage and sloping lawn, small and large dog runs, and two restaurants, the Grove and Lake House operated by Schiller Del Grande Restaurant Group. In addition to the relaxing setting, visitors to the park can enjoy a tremendous variety of activities and special events. During the inaugural spring season, 172 events drew more than 77,000 people to the park for free weekly exercise classes, live music concerts, outdoor films, organic Green Market, Saturday children’s programs, monthly art...

DockDogs Made Successful Local Debut at Discovery Green Houston's New Downtown Park

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:00:00 GMT

DockDogs® Made Successful Local Debut at Discovery Green Houston’s New Downtown Park Exciting national event was popular with dog lovers and competitors in Houston June 27-29 HOUSTON – JULY 2, 2008 – Houston, well-known for its enthusiastic sports fans, embraced another exciting athletic event as DockDogs®made its Houston debut at Discovery Green, Houston’s newest park located across from the George R. Brown Convention Center in downtown Houston. The non-stop action began on Friday, June 27 and attracted over 140 canines competing in distance and aerial events throughout the weekend. Seen on ESPN and the Outdoor Channel, DockDogs®showcases retrievers running from a 20-foot dock and leaping into the 40-foot pool of water. Each jump is measured and the crowds go wild as some of the dogs maintain jumps of 22-24 feet as they compete in Extreme Vertical, Speed Retrieve and Big Air events. Despite temperatures in the 90’s, over 6,000 spectators passed through Discovery Green...

Diverse Programming Set for Spring & Summer at Discovery Green

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Free activities and unique cultural programs highlight the inaugural season of the new downtown park (HOUSTON – April 10, 2008) The much-anticipated new downtown park – Discovery Green – will open on April 13, 2008. Houstonians and visitors to the city will enjoy 12 acres of urban green space including one-acre lake, children’s playground area, interactive water features, multi-use amphitheater stage and sloping lawn, small and large dog runs, various public art works, lawns and lots of great food from the park’s restaurants operated by Schiller Del Grande Restaurant Group. The Spring Program Calendar will run April 13 through July 6. Family Day is the first event set for the inaugural Discovery Green programming season, with the following series developed to offer activities and programs for Houstonians and visitors of all ages:. Art Series – Houston’s reputation as a world-class fine arts destination extends to the Discovery Green Art Series with a full slate of visual,...

Discovery Green - Houston's New Urban Park - Opens April 2008

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Discovery Green – Houston’s New Urban Park – Opens April 2008 Downtown location offers Majestic Skyline view, Beautiful Gardens, Green Preservation and Diverse Cultural Programming Family Day Celebration Set for April 13, 2008 (HOUSTON – February 27, 2008) Discovery Green, a 12-acre park located in downtown Houston, will open to the public on April 13, 2008. The long-awaited destination fulfills a commitment from Mayor Bill White and major private Houston foundations to create and preserve green space within Houston’s central city. With its proximity to the George R. Brown Convention Center, Minute Maid Park and Toyota Center, Discovery Green is an ideal location for the city’s newest attraction. Discovery Green will be a wonderful attraction for our city, said Mayor Bill White. We are proud of the commitment from the Discovery Green Conservancy in creating this unique destination in the heart of downtown Houston. For a long time to come, Discovery Green will be...

Concert to Salute Robert Doc Morgan

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 15:00:00 GMT

One for Doc Concert to Salute Robert Doc Morgan Concert is the First Public Event at the New Downtown Park HOUSTON, TX (January 31, 2008) – Saturday, March 1 will be a memorable day for Dr. Robert Morgan, Director of Jazz Studies Emeritus, High School for Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA). HSPVA and Morgan will be honored during a free concert at Discovery Green featuring some of the school’s most accomplished former students. The event, entitled One for Doc is a preview of the new downtown park, which opens in early April, 2008 and is located in front of the George R. Brown Convention Center. The Discovery Green Conservancy places a high regard on education, the performing arts and other cultural endeavors in Houston. Dr. Robert Morgan and High School for Performing and Visual Arts were selected as honorees for the preview event. Discovery Green's mission includes highlighting the amazing range of artistic talent we have in Houston with a special focus on education, said Guy...

'One for Doc' Concert Planned as Park Preview Event - March 1, 2008

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Wed, 26 Dec 2007 17:00:00 GMT

Featuring Al Jarreau, La Mafia, Scott Gertner and more! Houston -- January 22, 2008 -- Houstonians are invited to preview Discovery Green, Houston’s newest urban park, for a spectacular evening of music on Saturday, March 1, 2008. The park will host a free concert honoring the High School for Performing and Visual Arts and Dr. Robert Morgan, Director of Jazz Studies Emeritus, HSPVA. Morgan will be joined by a talented group of HSPVA alumni performing in the beautiful outdoor amphitheater at Discovery Green. What ‘One for Doc’ Discovery Green’s Park Preview Concert When Saturday, March 1, 2008 6:00 pm. -- 11:00 p.m. (The park will open at 4:00 p.m. on the day of the event.) Where Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney in Downtown Houston, located across Avenida de las Americas from the George R. Brown Convention Center and the Hilton Americas Hotel. Performers Many performers were former students of Dr. Robert Morgan, Director of Jazz Studies, Emeritus, HSPVA, who served...

Discovery Green Conservancy Announces Several New Appointments

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 15:15:00 GMT

Discovery Green Conservancy Announces
Several New Appointments

HOUSTON, TX (October 2, 2007) – Following the Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Discovery Green Conservancy, a private non-profit created to develop and operate the downtown park, the Conservancy announced several new appointments:

Tom Castro was elected to the Board of Directors of the Conservancy effective July 1, 2007, to serve a term of three years. Castro is Founder and Vice Chairman of the Board of Border Media Partners (BMP), the largest privately-held Hispanic radio company in the U.S. Castro joins board members Nancy G. Kinder, Kinder Foundation, Chair; Brady F. Carruth, The Wortham Foundation; Dr. Larry R. Faulkner, Houston Endowment Inc.; Jacqueline S. Martin, JS Martin Associates, LP; and Dr. Maconda B. O’Connor, The Brown Foundation, Inc.

Bob Eury was appointed Ex-Officio Board Director of the Conservancy effective July 1, 2007, to serve at the pleasure of the Conservancy Board. Eury currently serves as President of Central Houston, Inc. and Executive Director of the Houston Downtown Management District.

Guy Hagstette was appointed President of the Conservancy effective July 1, 2007. Hagstette was previously appointed as Park Director in September 2005, after working with Mayor Bill White as a Special Assistant for Urban Design and, at the same time, serving as Director of Planning & Development for the Houston Downtown Management District.

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About the Discovery Green Conservancy
The Discovery Green Conservancy is a private, non-profit corporation formed to purchase the land, design, build, and operate an urban park on property located across the street from the George R. Brown Convention Center in downtown Houston. The Conservancy and Mayor Bill White announced the 11.78-acre park development in October 2004, and acquisition of the land was concluded in December 2004. The $122 million park project is expected to be complete in early 2008.

Gift from BP America to Discovery Green Focuses on Solar Technology

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 19:00:00 GMT

HOUSTON, TX (September 13, 2007) – The Discovery Green Conservancy announced today $1 million of support and a solar utility vehicle (SUV) from BP America, contributing significantly toward sustainable building and energy efficiency features for the new downtown Houston park set to open in early 2008. Commenting on the donation, Discovery Green Conservancy President Guy Hagstette said, This gift certainly positions Discovery Green to achieve our green building goals and overall commitment to sustainability. We are pleased that BP has given us the opportunity to contribute to these efforts. Said Bob Malone, Chairman and President of BP America: All of us at BP America are pleased that our contribution will help make Discovery Green energy efficient and sustainable ensuring that Houstonians enjoy this park for decades to come. We are so proud to be a part of this project. This contribution emphasizes BP’s commitment to the advancement of solar technology. Specifically, the award...

Houston Arts Veteran Susanne Theis Joins Discovery Green

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:00:00 GMT

HOUSTON, TX (July 3, 2007) – The Discovery Green Conservancy announced today the addition of Susanne Theis, currently executive director of The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art, as programming director for the new downtown Houston park set to open in early 2008. Commenting on the selection of Theis, Discovery Green Conservancy President Guy Hagstette said, “Susanne’s work for The Orange Show and the Art Car Parade has captured the hearts of Houstonians and the spirit of our city. We are excited that she will now focus her creative energy on bringing what is best about Houston to Discovery Green.” Theis will join the Conservancy this summer while simultaneously working with The Orange Show as it transitions to new leadership. Theis has been an integral part of the Houston arts scene for more than 25 years. She was instrumental in the development and success of the Art Car Parade, the Eye Opener Tour and other Orange Show Programs. She is a published...

Jean Dubuffet's Monument Au Fantome to Move to Discovery Green

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 13:00:00 GMT

HOUSTON, TX (July 2, 2007) – Renowned French painter and sculptor Jean Dubuffet’s (1901-1985) “Monument Au Fantome” will find a new home at Houston’s downtown park, Discovery Green. The distinctive and privately-owned sculpture was donated by Fantome Tower L.P., the owner of the downtown office building at 1100 Louisiana, to the Discovery Green Conservancy, a gift valued at well over $1,000,000. The seven-piece black, red, white and blue sculpture will move from its current location at 1100 Louisiana to undergo conservation work. In late 2007, the sculpture will be moved to Discovery Green and will be available for all to enjoy upon the opening of the park in early 2008. According to Nancy G. Kinder, Chair of the Discovery Green Conservancy, “We are so pleased that Fantome Tower L.P. chose to keep this invaluable piece of art in Houston and selected Discovery Green as the recipient. This donation will ensure that Houstonians and all visitors...

Downtown developer donates trees in preparation for new apartment tower

noemail@discoverygreen.com — Sat, 18 Nov 2006 22:00:00 GMT

HOUSTON, TX - November 18, 2006 - Marvy Finger and the Finger Companies, Discovery Green and Harris County Pct. 3 Commissioner Steve Radack want to keep Houston green by relocating trees from the downtown block that Finger is developing as One Park Place, a 37-story luxury apartment building, adjacent to Discovery Green, the new downtown park. The Finger Companies’ offer to donate the trees currently on the property, in preparation for a January groundbreaking, was accepted by Discovery Green and Commissioner Radack who are each paying relocation costs. “It is wonderful that these trees are being moved,” states Kathy Lord, president of Trees for Houston. “It is really important to preserve the canopy of tress downtown. It helps with air quality and overall quality of life. I also commend Commissioner Radack for making certain that as many trees as possible find a home. This is exactly the type of public private partnership we need in Houston”...