Houston Style Magazine vol 30 No 40

October 3 – October 9, 2019

Houston’s Premiere Weekly Publication

Volume 30 | Number 40-

Complimentary

Jesse Jackson

Senate Standing In The Way Of Needed Reforms

Business Spotlight

National Holiday Declared For Black-Owned Company

Remembering Sandeep Dhaliwal End of Watch – September 27, 2019

Mathew Knowles Follow Us #TeamStyleMag

Twitter @HoustonStyle

Instagram @HoustonStyleNews

Argentina Beef Co. Product Showcase

Facebook: @HoustonStyleMagazine

Michael Eric Dyson

“I Have Breast Cancer”

Wheatley Picnic

N E W S | C O M M E N TA R I E S | S P O R T S | H E A LT H | E N T E R TA I N M E N T Support Black Owned Businesses

Walk with us into your future.

Your weekly urban news companion.

LIKE US ON

visit www.stylemagazine.com 222

October October 9, 2019 Sept 133- –Sept 19, 2018

twitter.com/houstonstyle

www.stylemagazine.com www.stylemagazine.com

06 Publisher Francis Page, Jr. Associate Publisher Lisa Valadez Managing Editor Jo-Carolyn Goode editorial@stylemagazine.com

Miles Ahead Scholars Program

12

Social Media Editor/Videographer Reginald Dominique reggiedominique@me.com Sports Editor Brian Barefield

NATIONAL WRITERS

Jesse Jackson jjackson@rainbowpush.org Roland Martin www.rolandmartin.com Judge Greg Mathis www.askjudgemathis.com

National Taco Day

PHOTOGRAPHERS VICKY PINK vhpink@gmail.com

13

William Ealy Williamealy1906@gmail.com Semetra Samuel semetra@artistikrebelcreative.com Mike Munoz artrepreneur91@gmail.com Robert Franklin editorial@stylemagazine.com

ADVERTISING/SALES

advertising@stylemagazine.com 713-748-6300

Minority Print Media, L.L.C.

dba Houston Style Magazine & StyleMagazine.com Phone: (713) 748-6300 • Fax: (713) 748-6320 Mail: P.O. Box 14035, Houston, TX 77221-4035

The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table

©2015 Houston Style Magazine, a Minority Print Media, L.L.C. Company. All Right Reserved. Reproduction in whole or within part without permission is prohibited. Houston Style Magazine has a 2007 audit by Circulation Verification Council (CVC). Houston Style Magazine is a member of the Texas Publishers Association (TPA), Texas Community Newspaper Association (TCNA), National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), Independent Free Paper of America (IFPA), Association of Free Community Papers (AFCP) and Members of Greater Houston Partnership(GHP).

National Association of Hispanic Publications, Inc. (NAHP, Inc.), Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (HHCC), League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), Latin Women’s Initiative (LWI), National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ), Houston Association of Hispanic Media Professionals (HAHMP), National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ), and Members of Greater Houston Partnership(GHP)

www.stylemagazine.com

October 3 – October 9, 2019

3

COMMENTARY

Senate Standing In The Way Of Needed Reforms

By Jesse Jackson, National Political Writer

A

mericans are disgusted that Washington has become dysfunctional, even as Americans struggle with ever greater challenges – from stagnant wages and growing inequality to catastrophic climate change to soaring health-care costs to a decrepit and dangerously aged infrastructure.

Donald Trump blames House Democrats, saying they are “getting nothing done in Congress.” Don’t believe it.

The record is clear: The Democratic majority in the House has passed major reforms that would begin to address America’s challenges. All of them have been blocked by Republicans in the Senate, led by Mitch McConnell,

who calls himself the “grim reaper” dedicated to killing reform.

As of July, in their first half year as the majority, House Democrats had passed a total of 569 bills that are blocked in the Senate. These include major reforms that would make America better. Consider: The For the People Act – HR 1 – contained the most comprehensive campaign finance and voting reforms since the 1965 Voting Rights Act. It would have made it easier to register to vote, harder to gerrymander districts, forced disclosure of secret funds, required paper ballots to limit election

INTERNET ESSENTIALS FROM COMCAST SM

AFFORDABLE, HIGH-SPEED INTERNET

Internet Essentials gives you access to affordable, high-speed Internet. You may qualify if you have at least one child who is eligible for the National School Lunch Program, receive HUD housing assistance, or are a low-income veteran who receives state and/or federal assistance.

HR 7 – the Paycheck Fairness Act – would have strengthened measures to counter the growing pay gap between men and women. No vote in the Senate.

per month + tax

ACCESS TO 40 1-HOUR SESSIONS OF XFINITY WiFi HOTSPOTS OUTSIDE THE HOME EVERY 30 DAYS

NO CREDIT CHECK NO INSTALLATION FEE

The House isn’t paralyzed; the Senate is. As House Speaker Nancy Pelosi summarized, “the Senate is the graveyard where bills that pass in the Congress, that have bipartisan support in the country, go to die.” For McConnell and Republicans, paralysis is a partisan political ploy. McConnell openly brags about the strategy. With Trump dominating the air waves, they believe that they can pin the blame for legislative paralysis on the Democrats.

Now Trump uses paralysis as part of his defense strategy, arguing falsely that Democrats can’t investigate his crimes and legislate good reforms at the same time.

McConnell doesn’t even deign to offer an alternative agenda, and the Trump administration doesn’t have one. When Republicans controlled everything for two years after Trump’s election, they passed only two notable reforms: an obscene tax bill that benefited the rich and the CEOs, and a decent criminal justice reform bill that made the first steps toward reducing mass incarceration. Republicans failed to offer a coherent alternative to the Affordable Care Act. They failed to offer a serious plan to rebuild our infrastructure. The administration rolled back protections of our air and water, and Republicans looked the other way.

The paralysis in Washington won’t change until McConnell and Senate Republicans start losing elections.

They are standing in the way of reforms this country desperately needs. And they will continue to do so, until voters move them out of the way.

These Texas Lottery Commission scratch ticket games will be closing soon:

IN-HOME WiFi INCLUDED

1-855-8-INTERNET Restrictions apply. Not available in all areas. Limited to Internet Essentials service for new residential customers meeting certain eligibility criteria. Advertised price applies to a single outlet. Actual speeds may vary and are not guaranteed. After initial participation in the Internet Essentials program, if a customer is determined to be no longer eligible for the program and elects a different Xfinity Internet service, regular rates will apply to the selected Internet service. Subject to Internet Essentials program terms and conditions. WiFi Hotspots: Available in select locations. Requires compatible WiFi-enabled laptop or mobile device. Limited to forty 60-minute sessions per 30-day period per person/account. If session is terminated before 60 mins. remaining time expires. Unused time does not carry over to subsequent sessions or 30-day periods. Not responsible for lost data resulting from terminated Internet session or any other reason. A maximum of up to 10 devices may be registered to a single Xfinity WiFi On Demand account. May not be combined with other offers. Call 1-855-8468376 for restrictions and complete details, or visit InternetEssentials.com. © 2018 Comcast. All rights reserved.

Game #

Game Name / Odds

$

Official Close of Game

End Validations Date

2111

10X® - Overall Odds are 1 in 4.90

$1

10/20/19

4/17/20

2139

Triple Play - Overall Odds are 1 in 4.76

$2

11/20/19

5/18/20

2109

30X - Overall Odds are 1 in 4.27

$3

11/20/19

5/18/20

2125

Crazy Cash Blowout - Overall Odds are 1 in 3.51

$5

11/20/19

5/18/20

2116

Golden Nugget - Overall Odds are 1 in 4.17

$5

11/20/19

5/18/20

2118

Hot 5s Hot Streak - Overall Odds are 1 in 3.69

$5

11/20/19

5/18/20

2066

Pac-Man® Slots - Overall Odds are 1 in 3.90

$5

11/20/19

5/18/20

2122

The Big Ticket - Overall Odds are 1 in 3.78

$10

11/20/19

5/18/20

Txlottery.org is the official source for all pertinent game information. Game closing procedures may be initiated for documented business reasons. These games may have prizes unclaimed, including top prizes. In addition, game closing procedures will be initiated when all top prizes have been claimed. During closing, games may be sold even after all top prizes have been claimed. Must be 18 or older to purchase a ticket. For help with a gambling problem, ncpgambling.org. © 2019 Texas Lottery Commission. PLAY RESPONSIBLY.

www.stylemagazine.com 1

W96476_HSMA_EOG_AFAM_1003.indd

T:3.25”

InternetEssentials.com

October 3 – October 9, 2019

House Democrats put forth a major plan to rebuild our infrastructure; Donald Trump stormed out of the meetingT:5” set up to discuss it. When the Senate

actually passed a House resolution to get U.S. forces out of the Yemen catastrophe, Trump vetoed it.

LEGAL NOTICE

95

NO CONTRACT

APPLY NOW

4

HR 6 – the American Dream and Promise Act – would have protected the Dreamers and offered a path to citizenship to 2 million immigrants without official status. McConnell refuses to allow a vote in the Senate.

This list can go on. The Raise the Wage Act would have raised the minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2025.

House Democrats passed a bill to return the U.S. to the Paris Climate Accord, which Trump scorns. House Democrats have passed legislation that would protect those with pre-existing conditions and lower prescription drug prices.

They’ve acted to save net neutrality.

They’ve passed nine bills to aid veterans, including extending childcare to veterans with young children.

POLITICAL

9

HR 5 – the Equality Act – extends civil rights protections to members of the LGBTQ community. This is long overdue. McConnell refuses to allow a vote in the Senate

HR 8 – the Bipartisan Background Checks Act – would have required universal background checks in the sale of guns, a reform supported by the vast majority of Americans. No vote in the Senate.

LEARN MORE. DO MORE. SHARE MORE.

$

interference, and would have begun to counter the influence of big money in our elections. McConnell refuses even to allow a vote in the Senate.

WiFi that keeps up with the whole family.

Xfinity xFi gives you the fastest speeds and the best in-home WiFi experience. See who’s online, set curfews and pause your WiFi to bring the family together. Plus, when you get Xfinity Internet and Xfinity Mobile together, you can save up to $800 a year on your wireless bill. Now that’s simple, easy, awesome.

Get started with Xfinity Internet + Xfinity Mobile

30

$

each per month

Plus, get Internet

for 12 mos. w/1-yr agmt

3 GB shared wireless data

$

250

when you switch to Xfinity Mobile Prepaid card offer ends 10/27/19. Requires adding a new line of service, porting a number and purchase of an eligible phone.

Equipment, taxes and other charges extra, and subject to change. See details below.

www.stylemagazine.com Go to xfinity.com/savebig, call 1-800-xfinity or visit an Xfinity Store today.

October 3 – October 9, 2019

5

COMMUNITY NEWS Senator Borris L. Miles Announce Miles Ahead Scholars Program to Support Boys of Color By: Style Magazine Newswire

S

enator Borris L. Miles announced that Houston ISD will hold an inaugural celebration for a new program this Friday at 10 AM at Worthing High School (9215 Scott St.), the Miles Ahead Scholars Program. The program is designed to improve academic outcomes for African-American and Hispanic boys and close the persistent gender gap between minority boys and girls attending college. The program focuses on forming cohorts of male students with academic promise and from high schools underrepresented among top colleges and universities.

The program includes shared classes, developmental programming and college and career counseling.

“Helping more young, black and brown men go to college has been a priority of mine, even before I became an elected official. For many years, I have provided college scholarships and mentoring for young, black men through a non-profit,” said Senator Miles. “The Miles Ahead Scholars Program will work toward making college attendance a reality for these students.”

The Miles Ahead Program will be-

tion. Funding comes from $22 million from the Texas Education Agency secured by Senator Miles during the 2019 legislative session.

The program has dedicated staff to allow the students to achieve the very high goals and expectations of the program. Instructional specialists will ensure that the boys maintain a competitive GPA and are eligible and ready for university success including hard and soft skills necessary to succeed in college. They will receive mentorship from men of color in the community who can share their personal and professional experiences with the students.

“Having these students learn and work together is a proven, successful model,” said Senator Miles. “I look forward to watching these boys grow up to be young leaders in our community.”

gin with an initial group of 60 9th and 10th-grade boys who show academic promise from Wheatley, Worthing and

Kashmere High Schools. The program will advise and encourage these young men through their high school gradua-

MEMBER FDIC

We’re in the people business.

We just happen to be a bank.

Unmatched service. Sound advice.

And peace of mind knowing your money is well cared for.

Now, how can we help you today?

Visit us at frostbank.com or download the Frost App.

6

October 3 – October 9, 2019

www.stylemagazine.com

The program sets very high goals for the scholars. They will participate in a professional internship so that they can experience the working world. They are expected to take and pass AP exams so that they earn college credit in high school. This will provide them a head start when they attend college.

HEALTH

Entertainment Exec Mathew Knowles: I Have Breast Cancer By: Style Magazine Newswire / American Heart Association News His relationship with the AHA is why he chose to reveal what he’s been through with American Heart Association News in advance of his public disclosure Wednesday on “Good Morning America.”

So far, so good for Knowles.

O

Since the mastectomy, he’s been exercising more, watching what he eats and drinking less alcohol. He’s lost 15 pounds and hopes to drop 10 more. He’s also begun taking medicine to control his blood pressure and meditating to manage stress.

The next night, he saw another red dot on his T-shirt. It was in the same area, near his right nipple. Although he laughs about being the kind of guy who wants an MRI to make sure a headache is only a headache, he continued to downplay it.

As a former college basketball player who’s endured five surgeries related to his athletic career, Knowles has long been in tune with his body. A family history of heart disease and cancer also has helped him be vigilant with his medical care.

Days later, Knowles saw it again. He mentioned it to his wife. Come to think of it, she said, she’d seen red spots on their bed sheets in recent days.

Still, when he squeezed his right nipple and blood emerged, his first thought was to find a simple reason for it.

ne night in July, entertainment executive Mathew Knowles peeled off his white undershirt and noticed a red dot on it. He thought it was lint. It wasn’t, but he hardly gave the speck another thought.

Now Knowles was curious enough to squeeze his right nipple. Out came blood, beginning a series of events with potentially life-altering ramifications for himself and his family, including his daughters Beyoncé and Solange.

Knowles turned out to be one of the rare men with breast cancer. Further testing uncovered that he has a mutation of one of the so-called “breast cancer genes,” specifically BRCA2.

That discovery may explain why he developed cancer in his right breast, and it means he’s at a higher risk of developing other forms of cancer. He’s already had a mastectomy of his right breast and is planning one for the left side to be safe.

Aggressive, proactive response to the risks associated with this genetic mutation became part of the national conversation years ago when actress Angelina Jolie learned that she had the BRCA1 mutation and opted for a preventive double mastectomy. She then had her ovaries and fallopian tubes removed to guard against ovarian cancer.

The fact that Knowles has the mutation gives each of his children a 50% chance of having it. If any females have it, their risks increase sharply for breast cancer and ovarian cancer.

As a longtime volunteer for the American Heart Association, Knowles knew he was fighting more than cancer, the No. 2 killer of Americans. Cancer patients can experience cardiac complications related to treatments including chemotherapy and radiation or as a result of the hormonal changes that follow procedures such as removal of the ovaries.

Was he taking any new medicines?

No. “Did I hurt myself somehow?” he thought. “Could it be related to working out? Was it from something I ate? Are the cleaners using different chemicals?”

Once he eliminated those options, he considered breast cancer.

In addition to losing several relatives to it, the disease also was top of mind because his wife’s mom is battling it and, in January, his wife’s sister died of it.

Tiffany Smith was 49. Her case made the news because her husband, Rick Smith, resigned as general manager of the NFL’s Houston Texans to care for her and their three kids. Along the way, Knowles saw the toll breast cancer took on her and her family.

While he figured it unlikely that he had breast cancer, Knowles couldn’t rule it out.

For several years, Knowles has closed speeches by telling about the time he was at the Los Angeles International Airport and a woman gave him a card that read: “Pray not for a life free from trouble. Pray for triumph over trouble.

What you and I call adversity, God calls opportunity.”

Now, he has a new appreciation for that sentiment.

“My opportunity is to help people have awareness of the BRCA gene (mutation) and of male breast cancer,” he said. “Things happens for a reason.

I’m grateful for this opportunity to save myself, hopefully save my family and hopefully impact the world in an extremely positive way.”

www.stylemagazine.com

October 3 – October 9, 2019

7

IN REMEMBRANCE

Mourning the Life of Trailblazing Deputy Sandeep Dhaliwal First Sikh Officer in the History of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office By: Style Magazine Newswire

C

ongresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a senior member of the House Committees on Judiciary, Homeland Security, and Budget, issued this statement in honor of the life of Deputy Sandeep Dhaliwal, first Sikh officer of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office: “I remain heartbroken on the news of the death of Harris County Sheriff’s Deputy Sandeep Dhaliwal, whom we lost while Deputy Dhaliwal was making a traffic stop on Friday afternoon. I admired the distinct policing of Deputy Dhaliwal and was compelled to visit with his survivors and the community that nurtured him and which he loved—the Sikh community—to convey the sense of the United States Congress that his loss has left a gaping hole in collective our heart.

On Saturday, I attended a candlelit vigil and spoke of the greatness of Deputy Dhaliwal’s service. And, as the city and the community has come to terms with his untimely death, the effect of the positive impact he had on Houston and Harris County has been manifest, as evidenced by the thousands and thousands of mourners who have turned out to remember this man, his selflessness and his bravery. He beamed with pride for his profession and was a stalwart advocate for law enforcement, and for the sacrifices that law enforcement makes daily for those whom they are charged to protect and serve. Monday’s vigil was not just a moment to remember the bravery of Deputy Dhaliwal, it was also a moment for our community to remember the impact he had on our

8

October 3 – October 9, 2019

www.stylemagazine.com

civic life and the decency he had for his fellow man. This is because the site of the vigil was named after another fallen officer, Deputy Darren Goforth based, in part, on Deputy Dhaliwal’s advocacy.

That is the man whom we have mourned since he was taken from us on Friday.”

“The impact made by Deputy Dhaliwal, during his short time with us, has been profound, and on Sunday it compelled me to come to offer condolences to the Sikh National Center, the Gurudwara where Deputy Dhaliwal’s family worships and where I was honored to recognize him for his kindness, strength, service and involvement in the community and to convey the simple truth that our nation stands in solidarity with the Sikh community. It was important that he was recognized, by a senior member of the House of Representatives as “a true American patriot.” These values are the essence of law enforcement that is discussed often in the United States House Judiciary Committee. And it was important for Deputy Dhaliwal’s family to know that America mourns with the Dhaliwal Family. America is a place of justice and she will not rest until justice comes to the Sikhs of America. When the House again convenes for session. I will ask the House for a moment of silence in Deputy Dhaliwal’s honor.”

“Deputy Dhaliwal will be deeply missed, and my most sincere sympathies are with his wife, three children and the countless Harris County residents—and indeed around the world— who were touched by Dep. Dhaliwal’s bravery, courage and selflessness.”

IN REMEMBRANCE

Mourning the Life of Trailblazing Deputy Sandeep Dhaliwal First Sikh Officer in the History of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office

C

By: Style Magazine Newswire

ongresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a senior member of the House Committees on Judiciary, Homeland Security, and Budget, issued this statement in honor of the life of Deputy Sandeep Dhaliwal, first Sikh officer of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office:

to remember this man, his selflessness and his bravery. He beamed with pride for his profession and was a stalwart advocate for law enforcement, and for the sacrifices that law enforcement makes daily for those whom they are charged to protect and serve. Monday’s vigil was not just a moment to remember the bravery of Deputy Dhaliwal, it was also a moment for our community to remember the impact he had on our civic life and the decency he had for his fellow man. This is because the site of the vigil was named after another fallen officer, Deputy Darren Goforth based, in part, on Deputy Dhaliwal’s advocacy.

That is the man whom we have mourned since he was taken from us on Friday.”

“I remain heartbroken on the news of the death of Harris County Sheriff’s Deputy Sandeep Dhaliwal, whom we lost while Deputy Dhaliwal was making a traffic stop on Friday afternoon. I admired the distinct policing of Deputy Dhaliwal and was compelled to visit with his survivors and the community that nurtured him and which he loved—the Sikh community—to convey the sense of the United States Congress that his loss has left a gaping hole in collective our heart.

“The impact made by Deputy Dhaliwal, during his short time with us, has been profound, and on Sunday it compelled me to come to offer condolences to the Sikh National Center, the Gurudwara where Deputy Dhaliwal’s family worships and where I was honored to recognize him for his kindness, strength, service and involvement in the community and to convey the simple truth that our nation stands in solidarity with the Sikh community. It was important that he was recognized,

On Saturday, I attended a candlelit vigil and spoke of the greatness of Deputy Dhaliwal’s service. And, as the city and the community has come to terms with his untimely death, the effect of the positive impact he had on Houston and Harris County has been manifest, as evidenced by the thousands and thousands of mourners who have turned out

www.stylemagazine.com

October 3 – October 9, 2019

9

WE HAVE A PLAN FOR TRAFFIC.

Houston Business Spotlight

National Holiday Declared For Black-Owned Company, She’s Happy Hair By: Style Magazine Newswire

500 miles* of travel improvements whether you ride or drive.

75 miles of new METRORapid bus

service that operates like light rail, including an extension to Bush Airport

21 new or improved suburban

Park & Rides and transit centers

16 miles of light rail, with a

METRORail extension to Hobby Airport

110 miles of a Regional Express

Network including two-way HOV Lanes

290 miles of BOOST and Signature

bus service, plus accessibility and usability improvements for the disabled and seniors

Find out more at:

METRONext.org

*Approximate mileage pending final implementation

10

October 3 – October 9, 2019

The expression of beauty through hairstyles has been a long-standing signature of Black women. Most women of color use their hairstyles as a personal expression of who they are and to show the evolution of Black culture over time.

This is an evolution which has brought more and more Black women to re-embrace the natural beauty of their hair.

October 1st was declared as National She’s Happy Hair Day by Houston’s Mayor Sylvester Turner. The veteran, black-owned Hair Company has been making a difference in black communities for over 7 years. CEO and Founder Warren Broadnax stated “it is more than an honor to have October 1st as She’s Happy Hair Day. It is an opportunity to help the Black culture understand the emotional significance hair has in our community and understand the effects.

Every lady has her own hair journey and She’s Happy Hair is very proud to be a part of it”.

Owners Warren Broadnax and Marcus Bowers built the She’s Happy Hair Empire from basically nothing. They both were raised in the inner-city and truly understood what it is like to struggle. Growing up in some of the poorest areas of Houston, TX they were faced with many adversities in their lives. In 2012 the Houston Natives decided to put all of the cash they had into starting a hair business; which totaled $900 and began selling hair from the trunk of their cars. From that investment the company is now the number 1 Virgin Hair Supplier in America and has grown into a multi-million dollar company; with locations across the United States

www.stylemagazine.com

and a very strong international online presence.

After successfully setting up locations across the United States and growing into a household name; the company partnered with both Walmart and Macy’s this year. “The opportunity for two young black entrepreneurs to be in Macy’s and Walmart is huge and represents growth in the black community. It helps black entrepreneurs see that anything is possible with hard work and the right attitude”, says Owner and Founder Marcus Bowers. This is only the beginning.

This fast-growing company will also be opening additional locations across the United States in the immediate future.

Giving back to the community is very important for the She’s Happy Hair team; after doing community givebacks for the past six years they launched the She’s Happy Foundation. Always having a sense of social responsibility, She’s Happy Hair has nationwide community givebacks in every city that operates a She’s Happy Hair location.

These givebacks include transforming their locations into barbershops just in time for back to school, free backpacks filled with school supplies, Christmas pictures and toys from Chocolate Santa, as well as, free community makeovers, adopt a family program every month for families in need, and so much more.

In celebration of She’s Happy Hair Day, the company will be launching a brand-new website, offering customer financing, and giving customers an opportunity to text the word “HAPPY” to 888-111 for a chance to win FREE HAIR for a year.

EVENTS

Chloe X Halle To Headline Centennial Reliant Lights Mayor’s Holiday Spectacular By: Style Magazine Newswire

B

efore we know it, the holidays will be upon us. So mark your calendars for some fun holiday events to enjoy with the family. Houston Holiday Celebration set for Saturday, November 30th HOUSTON – Mayor Sylvester Turner and Reliant will kick off the holiday season at the Reliant Lights Mayor’s Holiday Spectacular – 100 years at City Hall. The public is invited to Hermann Square at City Hall on Saturday, November 30th from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. for a FREE event perfect for the entire family. The annual event is celebrating 100 years with live music and the lighting of the holiday tree. The Reliant Lights Mayor’s Holiday Spectacular will close out Unwrap Downtown – Houston’s kick-off of holiday events downtown.

“A century of lighting up downtown for the holidays is truly spectacular and I’m thrilled to offer Houston an event trifecta this Thanksgiving weekend – a monumental parade, a Thing-A-Ma-Jingle and Reliant Lights Mayor’s Holiday Spectacular,” said Mayor Sylvester Turner. “It’s the perfect splash of lights, music, family, friends and it’s FREE thanks to all of our generous sponsors.”

A NEW COLLEGE

decade, we have partnered with the City of Houston to bring spectacular entertainment, and festivities to our great city – and of course – our favorite Reliant blinking Santa hats! This year’s centennial event will be bigger and better than ever, and we invite Houstonians to join us as we celebrate the holidays.”

Chloe x Halle, the Grammy-nominated duo comprised of sisters Chloe and Halle Bailey, will headline this year’s event – showcasing hits from their debut album, “The Kids Are Alright,” and holiday classics with a twist. The girls first performed as Chloe x Halle by posting covers of pop songs on YouTube and launched their channel at the ages of 13 and 11, with a cover of Beyoncé’s “Best Thing I Never Had.” Their rendition of “Pretty Hurts” by Beyoncé went viral and drew the attention of the singer.

In 2014, she signed the sisters to her management company, Parkwood Entertainment. In 2018 it was announced

that they would be the opening act of the U.S. leg of Beyoncé and JAY-Z’s “On The Run II” tour. The siblings have also made a name for themselves on primetime television. Wednesday nights, Chloe x Halle transform into the fictional college coeds, Jazz and Sky, on Freeform’s hit comedy, grown’ish.

“The holiday season is so special because it’s a time when family, friends and community come together to celebrate love, joy and peace. We’re honored to bring all of those things together with Reliant Lights Mayor’s Holiday Spectacular,” said Elizabeth Killinger, president, Reliant. “For more than a

The show will also include performances by Uché, a singer-songwriter from Houston that made it to the Top 10 on the 17th season of American Idol. He has opened for pop star Demi Lovato and Grammy nominated rapper, B.O.B. The public will also enjoy a performance from Theater Under the Stars’ “Elf— The Musical.” The Best Little Klezmer Band in Texas will bring the past to life by reviving Yiddish music – infusing its spirited performances of Jewish folk songs and traditional dances. The Kingwood High School Madrigals will be performing, the Houston Children’s Chorus returns with Director Steve Roddy and hip-hop dance group, BGirl City will also take the stage. Santa will be available for free photos with children in The Gingerbread Village, along with seasonal food and beverages for purchase.

CUSTOMIZED FOR YOU!

TICKETS ON SALE NOW! NOVEMBER 13 -17 07.30.19.01

LoneStar.edu/HoustonNorth www.stylemagazine.com

October 3 – October 9, 2019

11

EAT WITH STYLE Eat With Style – National Taco Day By: Style Magazine Newswire

There’s nothing better than tacos.

Actually, there is! Tequila and tacos!

Celebrate National Taco Day on October 4th by pairing some of Partida’s Tequila’s and Chamucos best cocktails with your favorite tacos. Whether it’s a classic Al Pastor or Baja Crispy Fish taco, we have you covered.

The Taco: Baja Fish with pickled cabbage, spicy escabeche and roasted poblano mayo The Cocktail: El Diablo The iconic El Diablo, made with crème de cassis and ginger beer, is given an added kick with Tequila Chamucos Diablo Blanco, bottled at 110 proof.

The heat from the tequila is more pronounced when paired with beer battered fish while its zesty, tangy flavors will give the spicy escabeche the wake up we all need.

El Diablo 1.75 oz. Partida Blanco .50 oz. crème de cassis .75 oz. fresh lime juice 3.00 oz. ginger beer Garnish: lime wedge Combine all ingredients, except gin-

12

October 3 – October 9, 2019

www.stylemagazine.com

ger beer, and shake. Fine-strain into an ice-filled Collins glass, top with ginger beer and garnish.

The Taco: Al Pastor with thinly sliced, marinated pork, cilantro, onions and roasted pineapple The Cocktail: Ponche Caballero Pork and Tequila Partida Reposado are a match made in heaven. The buttery and vanilla aromas pair perfectly with the classic taco’s smoky and sweet flavor combo. The Ponche Caballero calls for Pineapple juice, elevating the sweet and salty notes of its taco counterpart.

Ponche Caballero 2.00 oz. Partida Reposado 1.50 oz. Jumex Tamarind Nectar 1.50 oz. pineapple juice .50 oz. agave nectar .50 oz. fresh lime juice 2 dashes angostura bitters Combine all ingredients and shake.

Strain into a rocks glass over ice. Garnish with a fresh pineapple wedge and pineapple leaves. **Please drink responsibly

BOOK

“The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table” by Minda Harts © 2019, Seal

$27.00 / $35.50 Canada

221 pages

Author – Minda Harts, Photo By Michael Harts

Y

ou know, though, it’s not close enough to where you want to be.

You need to be where decisions are made and careers are launched. No, your place at the table is close to the head and with “The Memo” by Minda Harts you’ll see how to get there.

Several years ago, a book circulated among businesswomen that advised them to “lean in,” speak up, and coalesce. Harts says she eagerly read the book but, once finished, she was confused. Like most women of color in business, she’d always “leaned in” because she had to. That book spurred her to come up with The Memo.

“The Ugly Truth,” she says, is that few organizations teach women of color how to deal with mostly-white workplaces.

It’s not just a matter of showing up and doing the work; you need to survive and build “your squad.”

In business-speak, that’s networking, and it’s top of the list in importance. You may not feel like going to Happy Hour with coworkers who’ve irritated you all day but go anyhow. By joining in, even for a minute, you give people a chance to get to know you. You might find an office friend.

For women of color, office politics are two-pronged: you must learn “respectability politics” in addition to the other kind. Having a mentor will help; in the meantime, don’t burn bridges, don’t gossip, and watch your emotions at work.

It sounds like just another platitude, but know your worth. Invest in yourself and stand out, then get the self-con-

fidence you need to ask for what you want. Just remember, salary isn’t the only thing to request: more vacation, a company car, and flex-time are all nice bargaining chips.

APRENDE MÁS. HAZ MÁS. COMPARTE MÁS.

Finally, if you’re white and reading this book, pay attention.

Says Harts, “… women of color will be the majority of the workforce by…

2060; if I were a white woman, I would do better.”

There is no denying the usefulness of this book, nor its truth. “The Memo” offers helpful words for those who are the lone women of color at their workplaces. It teaches strength in the face of racism, on hair issues, self-confidence, and for anyone who needs to school coworkers while keeping her job. It gives young women of color a sisterhood, albeit one made of paper.

And yet, there’s discord in this book that a deeper look exposes.

At two particular points here, author Minda Harts chastises white women for making assumptions and “sweeping generalizations about ‘women’” without addressing any of the unique challenges that women of color face at work. This creates a paradox, since readers may notice overgeneralizations about white women that don’t allow room for those who are not clueless. That sets up further conundrums, to be sure.

Overall, go into “The Memo” looking for help and you’ll absolutely find it, just as you’ll find that you’re not alone.

Go in eyes-wide-open when you take on this book.

INTERNET ESSENTIALS DE COMCAST SM SM

INTERNET DE ALTA VELOCIDAD ECONÓMICO Internet Essentials te da acceso a Internet de alta velocidad económico. Podrías calificar si tienes al menos un niño elegible para el Programa Nacional de Almuerzos Escolares, recibes asistencia para viviendas públicas o HUD, o eres un veterano con bajos recursos económicos que recibe asistencia federal y/o estatal.

9

$

95 al mes + impuestos

SIN CONTRATO SIN REVISIÓN DE CRÉDITO SIN CARGO POR INSTALACIÓN WiFi PARA EL HOGAR INCLUIDO ACCESO A HOTSPOTS DE XFINITY WiFi FUERA DEL HOGAR, EN 40 SESIONES DE 1 HORA CADA 30 DÍAS

SOLICÍTALO AHORA

es.InternetEssentials.com 1-855-SOLO-995 Se aplican restricciones. No está disponible en todas las áreas. Limitado al servicio de Internet Essentials para nuevos clientes residenciales que cumplan con ciertos requisitos de elegibilidad. El precio anunciado se aplica a una sola conexión. Las velocidades reales pueden variar y no están garantizadas. Tras la participación inicial en el programa de Internet Essentials, si se determina que un cliente ya no es elegible para el programa y elige un servicio de Xfinity Internet diferente, se aplicarán las tarifas regulares al servicio de Internet seleccionado.

Sujeto a los términos y condiciones del programa de Internet Essentials. Hotspots de WiFi: Los hotspots solo están disponibles en áreas selectas. Se requiere una laptop o cualquier otro equipo móvil con capacidad para WiFi. Se limita a cuarenta sesiones de 60 minutos por período de 30 días por persona/cuenta. Si la sesión se termina antes de 60 minutos, el tiempo restante vencerá. El tiempo no usado no se transfiere a sesiones o períodos de 30 días siguientes. No responsable de los datos perdidos por terminarse la sesión de Internet o cualquier otra razón. Se pueden registrar un máximo de hasta 10 equipos a una sola cuenta de Xfinity WiFi On Demand. No se puede combinar con otras ofertas. Llame al 1-855-765-6995 para obtener las restricciones y detalles completos o visite es.InternetEssentials.com. © 2018 Comcast. Derechos Reservados.

www.stylemagazine.com

October 3 – October 9, 2019

13

2019

ARGENTINA BEEF COMPANY PRODUCT SHOWCASE

ARGENTINA BEEF CO. PRODUCT SHOWCASE PHOTOS BY: MIKE MUNOZ

A

2019

rgentina Beef Company showcased their products on Monday, September 30th to Houston, San Antonio, and Austin chefs/restauranteurs. In attendance were owners Jordan Rogers, Juan Rios, and Angel Donayre. Special guest for the evening was the Honorable Gabriel Volpi, Consul General of Argentina. Argentina Beef Company celebrated the evening with traditional Argentine music, food, and wine. For more information visit www.ArgentinaBeefCo.com

A CONVERSATION WITH MICHAEL ERIC DYSON

A CONVERSATION WITH MICHAEL ERIC DYSON

H

PHOTOGRAPHY BY VICKY PINK

ouston Style was on the scene for Change Happens! the “Thinking Brilliantly, Changing The World” speaker series; “A Conversation with Michael Eric Dyson: A Sermon on Race and Redemption”. The event was held on September 26th at Texas Southern University’s Sawyer Auditorium. VIP ticket holders attended a “meet and greet” with Dyson where they were able to get a photo and have their book(s) autographed.

14

October 3 – October 9, 2019

www.stylemagazine.com

2019

PHILLIS WHEATLEY ALUMNI PICNIC

PHILLIS WHEATLEY ALUMNI PICNIC

T

PHOTOGRAPHY BY VICKY PINK

he fifth annual Phillis Wheatley Alumni Picnic was held on Saturday, September 28th at Herman Brown Park. Alumni of all graduating classes gathered for food, fun, and fellowship. Phyllis Wheatley High School is located in Houston’s Fifth Ward and first opened at 3415 Lyons Avenue in the former McGowan Elementary School building on January 31, 1927. It was one of the largest Black high schools in the United States with 2,600 students and 60 teachers,[4] and it was such throughout the segregation era.

Racist tweets, outrageous claims, divisive rhetoric.

TONY BUZBEE is taking a page out of Donald Trump’s playbook – and it’s all noise. Buzbee is one of Trump’s biggest Texas supporters, hosting Trump at his home and giving more than $500,000 to his PACs.

LEADERS don’t make noise; POL. ADV. SYLVESTER TURNER CAMPAIGN

they make a difference.

That’s why Sylvester Turner works every day to bring Democrats and Republicans together to get the job done. Mayor Turner led us through Hurricane Harvey, won billions of dollars for recovery, fixed 273,000 potholes, and cut violent crime by 10%. Now he’s delivering big flood protection projects, bringing thousands of new jobs to Houston, and increasing police patrols to keep our families safe.

ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5,

VOTE SYLVESTER TURNER FOR MAYOR EARLY VOTING BEGINS MONDAY, OCTOBER 21.

Get involved at www.SylvesterTurner.com

www.stylemagazine.com

October 3 – October 9, 2019

15

®

®

1327in 5 items!

Get up to

$

save more than

meal deal!

$

4

in

FREE

items! with in-store coupons

Eckrich Value Pack Smoked Sausage

BUY

30 - 42 oz. assorted varieties,

and H-E-B Original Flour Tortillas, 20 ct.

3

BUY

State Fair 100% Beef, 12 ct., Classic, 16 ct., Jumbo, 8 ct., or Mini Corn Dogs 32 - 46 ct. assorted varieties

Save up to

1.98!

3.78!

$

BUY

Dr Pepper

12 pk., 12 oz. cans assorted varieties

(Dr Pepper Brand Only)

Save up to

BUY

• Elegant Living by H-E-BTM Napkins 40 or 100 ct.

GET

free! with in-store coupon

Totino’s Pizza Rolls, 50 ct. assorted varieties

Llévatelo

¡gratis!

GET

free! with in-store coupon

assorted varieties

3.78!

1.98!

assorted varieties

with in-store coupons

H-E-B Texas Corn Chips or Dippers, 10.5 oz.

$

• Dole Angel Hair Coleslaw, 10 oz.

• Crockett Country BBQ Sauce, 18 oz.

FREE

Febreze AIR Item, 2 ct., 8.8 oz., or Car Air Fresheners 2 ct., everyday or seasonal

Llévatelo

¡gratis!

GET

free! with in-store coupon

ACT II Microwave Popcorn, 6 ct. assorted varieties

Save up to

2.64!

2.18!

$$

BUY

Kraft Parmesan Cheese, 8 oz.

assorted varieties

Llévatelo

¡gratis!

GET

free! with in-store coupon

H-E-B Fully Cooked Meatballs, 14 oz., Homestyle or Italian

Save up to

2.99!

1.79!

$$

Your H-E-B Business Center offers Western Union® money orders up to $1,000 each!

BUY

Oscar Mayer Beef Franks

14 - 16 oz. assorted varieties

Llévatelo

¡gratis!

GET

free! with in-store coupon

Heinz Yellow Mustard

Services may be provided by Western Union Financial Services, Inc. NMLS# 906983 and/or Western Union International Services, LLC NMLS# 906985.

See terms and conditions for details. © 2019 Western Union Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

14 oz.

Prices Good Wednesday, October 2, Thru Tuesday, October 8, 2019 At Your Neighborhood H-E-B Stores.

Some items may not be available in all stores. Items not valid at Central Market. Due to the popularity of our Extra Low Prices Every Day, we reserve the right to limit quantities. Limit Rights Reserved. We Accept Lone Star Card, WIC And Manufacturers’ Coupons. ©2019 HEB, 19-0635 visit www.heb.com

16

October 3 – October 9, 2019

www.stylemagazine.com

Save up to

2.99!

1.88!

$$

Llévatelo

¡gratis!