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The Magic of Summer

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Welcome to our second annual Kids & Pets issue - I am so excited you are here with us! This time last year, I was mourning the loss of my sweet dachshund Duncan. It is amazing what a difference a year makes! I would love to introduce you all to my new fur-baby, Penny Apricot! She is a sweet and sassy 9-month-old Cavapoo and such a good girl! She loves going to doggie daycare and having puppacino’s and dance parties with her friends. What a beautiful reminder she is that life is meant to be fun and joyful. In this issue, you will find plenty of inspiration around the cutest members of our community—kids and pets. They both have a magical way of reminding us of what is important in life – to love and be loved!

I feel confident you will embrace the energy and spirit behind our story Joie de Vivre – which highlights a first of its kind dollhouse collection and celebration, known as La Petite Maison Gala, benefitting A Shelter for Cancer Families (ASCF). You will want to visit the website for details on where the magnificent custom dollhouses will be on display around town in the coming months. cancerfamilies.org Next, dive into our whimsical feature on Santa Fe – if you haven't been, you will fall for its captivating sunsets and fabulous distractions designed to relax and unwind.

On another note, can you believe The Houston Zoo is one hundred years old? What an exciting time for our community to honor an institution that has been putting smiles on the faces of Houston families for a century!

We also introduce you to Isabella Ruby, a local eighth grader who recently starred alongside a star-studded lineup of actors in the newly released Murder at Yellowstone City. I was lucky to be invited to the red-carpet premier and I highly recommend you take the time to see it!

Last but not least, we are honored to highlight an organization that is saving the most forgotten fur babies. ThisIsHouston has a worthy mission you will want to learn more about and support.

So, grab a refreshing drink and relax with this commemorative issue. Tag us on Instagram or email me to share what makes yours the best summer yet!

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Santa Fe offers visitors the best of culture, dining and a full itinerary of activities to explore.

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Established in 1922, the Houston Zoo is a leading conservation and education nonprofit organization celebrating 100 years.

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Houstonian Isabella Ruby stars in her first feature film, Murder at Yellowstone City.

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Photography: Courtesy of the Houston Zoo Cali, a 18-year old sea lion at the Houston Zoo loves playtime and is brilliant solving puzzles. Chosen to represent the Zoo’s centennial celebration, the playful animals have been a part of the Zoo for much of their 100 years and will be a part of their newest exhibit, Galápagos Island which is slated to open in 2023.

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1: Heidi & David Gerger at the MFAH Glassell School MTV-themed gala. 2: Melanie Lawson and New York Times Best Selling author of Crazy Rich Asians, Kevin Kwan. 3: Darrell and Kathleen Pennington, Julie and Jeff Applegate, Kid’s Meals Houston 14th annual event chairs. 4: Abigail Henningsen, Antonio Cortez, Blake Kilgore, Ally Ondarza at the Valobra, Christopher Martin Gallery and Lucho summer soirée. 5: Kip Altstaetter, Kristen Perrin, Courtney Anderson and Randy ODonnell at Vita Living 40th anniversary dinner. 6: Liara Tamani, Larry Animashaun at the 2022 Inprint Poets and Writers Ball. 7: Suzanne Schakett, Leslie Flynne and Donna Jett Kids’ Meals 14th Annual Harvest Luncheon Kick-Off.

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Cha nge M a kers: Th isIsHouston Determined to help those that others won’t, ThisIsHouston is a non-profit focused on caring for and rescuing dogs in need.

A well-known quote attributed to Immanuel Kant says, "We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals." Across Greater Houston, many organizations have made it their mission to help, care for and rescue animals in need. We are spotlighting one such organization - ThisIsHouston, formed in 2019 by co-founders Tom Heller and Laura Forma.

Heller and Forma were independent rescuers who picked up dogs in need on a nearly daily basis. Their house was continuously full of dogs waiting for their forever home or a foster, and the hard work of finding a rescue organization to take in dogs was frustrating. Heller and Forma knew they could streamline this system if they created their own nonprofit organization, so they did just that. With a reliable network of volunteers already in place, ThisIsHouston began to take shape.

Although Heller and Forma rescue dogs from all over the metro area, most of their recent efforts are focused in Cleveland, a small city northeast of Houston.

"The situation in Cleveland is so bad, and they don't have a lot of resources there.

We gathered a group of people, went out to Cleveland and started handing out flyers for a free vaccine clinic," says Heller. "We showed up with a tent and some vaccines thinking we would sit and wait for people to show up. People were lined up before we got there, and the line went down the street as far as we could see. A year later, we're there twice a month, giving free vaccines, microchips, dewormer and offering free spay and neutering services. We're vaccinating and chipping 200-300 dogs each time."

Like most nonprofit organizations, ThisIsHouston relies on the kindness and commitment of others. Heller and Forma have been lucky enough to have a dedicated group of volunteers that help at their spay and neuter events and vaccination clinics but are always looking for extra help. "The three most important things we need are fosters, volunteers, and donations. Without these, we cannot continue. All the dogs we intake must go to a foster home, or we cannot help them," says Heller. "We dove into this head first, not knowing if the volunteers and donations would be there, but we committed ourselves. We have been able to help so many dogs in Houston and Cleveland, and we are grateful to everyone who has stepped up to help us along the way." this-is-houston.org

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ThisIsHouston's mission is to spread awareness, promote compassion, and inspire change by tackling animal welfare issues in Houston and the surrounding areas. this-is-houston.org

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Santa Fe, New Mexico, Texas' closest neighbor to the west, is a short plane ride from anywhere in the state and is home to great outdoor activities, fantastic food, a vibrant art scene and over 400 years of culture to explore. It is easy to see why Santa Fe is on every top 10 list, from Top 10 Cities for Art Lovers to Top Ten Foodie Cities in America and everything in between.

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Canyon Road is the third-largest art market in the country, behind New York and Los Angeles. The halfmile stretch of road located in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains is home to fine art galleries, boutiques, and restaurants. Visitors should leave enough time in their itinerary to browse through this one-of-akind destination - it is worth the hours-long exploration.

Visitors seeking outdoor time and beautiful panoramic views can visit ancient Indian pueblos and Bandelier National Monument or take a dip in a pristine alpine lake on the Nambe Lake Trail. If spring skiing is your idea of a great time, Ski Santa Fe is among the highest ski areas in the continental United States and offers easy, convenient skiing without all the crowds. The site is braided with a combination of challenging runs but is also an excellent place for first-time skiers or those more comfortable with easier runs. The lift tickets and rentals are reasonable, and the staff and instructors are great, too.

What Santa Fe lacks in big-city infrastructure, it makes up for in can't-miss cultural immersion.

Meow Wolf, Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, Palace of the Governors, Loretto Chapel, Museum of International Folk Art and San Miguel Chapel are a few highlights on a long list of must-see experiences. The Santa Fe Opera draws visitors from all over the world, and the festival

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scene in the southwestern city makes it a top destination for locals and travelers alike. Festivals such as Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta, Santa Fe International Folk Market and The Burning of Zozobra spotlight the city's year-round offerings.

Santa Fe is a foodie's paradise, and visitors will immediately notice that Santa Fe chefs and natives love their red and green chiles.

The peppers have historical and cultural significance in New Mexico and are found in many of the dishes and even cocktails. But don't worry, chile-free meals are easy to find at award-winning restaurants all over town.

La Choza, The Shed, and Radish and Rye are a great mix of local and tourist favorites.

SLEEP & RELAXATION Santa Fe has excellent accommodations at every price point, but if you are looking for luxury and a great location, the Inn and Spa at Loretto captures the essence of what Santa Fe has to offer. The boutique hotel was built on the site of a Catholic school in the 1970s using the iconic and well-photographed adobe architecture.

Guests can take advantage of the hotel's pool or book a signature service at The Spa at Loretto, offering a menu of facials and massages. The hotel also has various food and beverage options, including the award-winning Luminaria restaurant, which serves inventive Southwestern fare.

Crafted Cafe offers breakfast, light bites, and an exclusive tasting of New Mexico wine, while The Living Room is a great place to sit and relax over cocktails and light bites in a comfortable environment.

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Sea lions were chosen to represent the Zoo's Centennial Celebration because they have been a part of the Houston Zoo for much of their 100 years. The sea lion's new habitat will be a key feature of the Galapagos Islands exhibit which will open as a part of the Centennial Celebration. Cali, photographed here, is a playful and amazingly smart 18-year old sea lion. Photo courtesy of Houston Zoo.

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A Centennial Celebration ESTABLISHED IN 1922, THE HOUSTON ZOO IS A LEADING CONSERVATION AND EDUCATION NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION PROVIDING CARE TO THOUSANDS OF ANIMALS. The Zoo’s first resident in 1922, an American bison named Earl.

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One hundred years ago, in 1922, the City of Houston built a fence around a tract of land in Hermann Park to house its first resident, an American bison named Earl. The Zoo's first official animal was part of the nationwide effort to showcase one of America's largest land mammals, which were nearly hunted to extinction at that time.

Although Earl was the first animal at the Zoo, the fence around it began to expand yearly. Now, the Houston Zoo is a sprawling 55 acres dedicated to conservation and animal protection with a legacy of saving animals in the wild. One of their first efforts was to protect the Galápagos tortoises from extinction, and in the 1970s, the Houston Zoo was the first institution in the world to successfully hatch a St. Vincent's Amazon parrot. In 1984, the Zoo spearheaded the launch of the Houston toad breeding and reintroduction program; their ongoing list of conservation efforts

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“Over the past 100 years, our Zoo has seen two world wars, a depression, multiple hurricanes and a pandemic, yet we persevered and have thrived. Today, we’re connecting communities with animals to inspire action to save wildlife” — Lee Ehmke, Houston Zoo president and CEO

proves that the original intention of the Zoo's commitment to protecting animals remains steadfast into its next century.

The Houston Zoo draws in over two million visitors each year and is home to over 6,000 permanent wildlife residents. As the second most visited zoo in the United States, and the most significant cultural attraction in the Houston region, it is able to support 49 wildlife conservation projects in 27 countries worldwide.

“In order to connect communities with animals and inspire action to save wildlife, we’re completing our work and transforming the very heart of the Zoo. We take our visitors around the world, from the far reaches of Central America and the islands of the Galapagos, to our very own Texas Wetlands” said Lee Ehmke, President and CEO of the Houston Zoo. "What all began with a bison named Earl will now be a leader in the global movement to save wildlife."

As part of the Zoo's efforts to highlight wildlife and ecosystems worldwide through interactive exhibits and animal encounters, their next efforts will

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showcase the unique animal life of the Galápagos Islands. Slated to open in 2023, the Galápagos Islands exhibit spotlights sea lions, giant tortoises, sharks, and Humboldt penguins, exemplifying the delicate balance of ecosystems and the need to protect its future.

To celebrate its centennial year, the Zoo will host "Centennial Saturdays" on the first Saturday of each month through the rest of the year. Guests can look forward to family-friendly interactive experiences relating to the Zoo's first 100 years. The celebration will continue throughout the summer with the launch of a mural series by some of Houston's most well-known artists. The murals can be found in the inner loop neighborhoods of Houston Heights, Third Ward, Fifth Ward, Downtown and EaDo. Each mural was created by local artists GONZO247, Jessica Rice, Usagi Wasabi, Emily Ding and Mathieu Jean Baptiste, and showcases the Zoo's global conservation efforts in the Galápagos Islands, South America's Pantanal, Africa, Asia and the Texas Wetlands. houstonzoo.org

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Owners of Nature Dog Photography, Rick and Lorena Padron, know what it takes to capture the ultimate photo of families and their pets. Rick and Lorena, experienced dog trainers and owners, specialize in family and pet photography within the greater Houston area. Whether a dog is trained or not, Rick and Lorena can manage and command each animal, keeping them engaged in the photo session while maintaining a fun environment.

With over 20 years of photographic experience and a certified professional dog trainer on-site, Rick and Lorena can ensure a memorable experience and a portrait that will be cherished for a lifetime.

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“As pet owners, we understand how dogs are part of the family and understand the importance of creating fun and happy memories with them,” says Rick. “Not only do we work to understand our client’s needs and desires, but Lorena is a certified professional dog trainer, so she is available to work with the dogs during sessions.

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HOUSTONIAN ISABELLA RUBY STARS IN HER FIRST FEATURE FILM, MURDER AT YELLOWSTONE CITY.

Photo Credit Barry Fantich

Houstonian Isabella Ruby, an 8th grader at Second Baptist School, took part in her first feature film, Murder at Yellowstone City, which premiered earlier this summer. Starring alongside a cast of A-list celebrities including Gabriel Byrne, Richard Dreyfuss, Aimee Garcia, Thomas Jane and Isaiah Mustafa, Isabella plays the precocious Josephine Wright, who is determined to find out who murdered her father. The movie, a period piece taking place in 1881, was filmed in Paradise Valley, Montana, and was produced by Houstonians Julie Stagner and Kelly Frazier. We sat down with Isabella to talk about her love of film and what comes next in her budding career.

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Isabella Ruby WHEN DID YOU REALIZE YOU WANTED TO BECOME AN ACTOR? It’s been a dream of mine since the thirdgrade. I tried a musical for the first time, and that first moment on stage made me realize that I was meant to be an actress. My parents were hesitant at first, but they finally said yes. It’s a dream come true.

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST ROLE? As the lead of Ursula in the Little Mermaid in my school’s theater program.

HOW DO YOU BALANCE ACTING AND SCHOOL? School musicals have their schedule built around the school’s schedule. As far as film goes, it helped that my first feature film was during Covid, and there was a lot of virtual support from my school. I also had an excellent onset teacher.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE BEST ABOUT BEING AN ACTOR? I like the actual acting itself and getting to play a character.

YOU WERE RECENTLY IN MURDER AT YELLOWSTONE CITY. WHAT DID YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT FILMING THIS MOVIE? I enjoyed that it was not in the studio but on an actual set. I also loved that it was an authentic setting, and the town of Yellowstone existed in the exact location all those years ago. The actors and director were also a joy to work with, and it was a great first experience.

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR UPCOMING PROJECTS? I have another western going into production this fall. It hasn’t been officially announced, but I am thrilled to play another tough character. I will get to ride horses and do some more shootouts. I’m really excited.

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Alexandra Killion assembles all-star team from Houston’s design community in preparation for the first annual La Petite Maison Gala.

Some of Houston’s most renowned architects, builders, and interior designers are teaming up to create one-of-a-kind dollhouses to be auctioned off benefitting ASCF

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Houston interior designer Alexandra Killion released official details surrounding the debut of the first annual La Petite Maison Gala to be held on September 7 at The Junior League of Houston. Centered around a collection of oneof-a-kind dollhouses created by distinguished builders, architects, and designers, the gala will benefit A Shelter for Cancer Families (ASCF). This organization provides private residences and support services for families receiving cancer care in the Texas Medical Center.

“We’re thrilled to be named the beneficiary of the La Petite Maison Gala,” said ASCF Director of Development and Communications Shellyn Shoenthal. “This innovative fundraising effort would not be possible without the creative capabilities and generous spirit of the Houston design community, and we’re grateful to the architects, builders, designers, and sponsors involved.”

Killion selected ASCF, whose passion for home design, art, and architecture began at an early age. Born and raised in Houston and the daughter of celebrated opera singer Paul Fink, Killion traveled extensively as a young girl. She completed her B.A. at the University of Texas at Austin before continuing her design training at several firms and garnering experience in a range of specialties. In 2019, Killion founded her eponymous design firm.

“Since the beginning of my career in design, I’ve sought to leverage my industry expertise to benefit the Houston community, and the La Petite Maison Gala is the embodiment of this vision,” says Killion. “ASCF’s impact is remarkable, and their work providing housing and support services to families during their cancer journey is a lovely tie-in to our work as designers. Living in a home environment that’s safe and serene is life-altering, and ASCF provides homes like this for people enduring unimaginable hardship, free

of charge. I’m thrilled to rally around ASCF alongside such an accomplished group of Houston designers. Initial enthusiasm for the gala from these colleagues and the Houston community at large has been awe-inspiring, and we look forward to an incredible event in September.”

Several dollhouse creators attended the La Petite Maison kick-off event on May 11, a Champagne Pop Up at The Avenue. Hosted by The Avenue owner and ASCF Board member Lyndsey Zorich, the event was a festive opportunity for Houstonians to meet the talent behind the dollhouses and learn more about the September gala and ASCF. Sponsorship levels for the La Petite Maison Gala range from $500 to $5,000 and tickets are $175 per guest. During the week leading up to the gala, attendees will enjoy the opportunity to view the completed dollhouses at sponsor locations. To learn more about La Petite Maison Gala, visit petitemaisongala.com.

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Alley Theatre presents Clue

ALLEY THEATR E | 8 :00 PM Everyone remembers Clue! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on the cult movie and the classic board game, Clue is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist. alleytheatre.org

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NRG CEN TER | 9:00 AM Jurassic Quest features life-like dinosaurs; some of the largest rideable dinosaurs in North America; live dinosaur shows; interactive science and art activities including a fossil dig and real fossils like T-Rex teeth, a triceratops horn and life-size dinosaur skull; a "Triceratots" soft play area for the littlest explorers; bounce houses and inflatable attractions and photo opportunities. tickets.jurassicquest.com

TOYOTA CEN TER | 7:00 PM Kevin Hart comes to Houston with his first major tour in over four years. Hart is one of most popular comedians working today, regularly filling up arenas and stadiums around the world. He's also a bonafide movie star, headlining the Ride Along series, Jumanji series, The Secret Lives of Pets​series, and more. toyotacenter.com

The Music Box Theater presents Feelin' Groovy

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The songs will be interspersed with comedy sketches that should transport audiences back to a familiar time.

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Buffalo Bayou Partnership presents The Bee Movie

BAYOU BUFFALO PARK CIST E R N AT T H E WAT E R WO R KS | 6 :0 0 P M Come celebrate National Honeybee Day with some bee-friendly crafts for kids, an observatory beehive to watch bees in action, and a pop-up bee-inspired market. As the night falls, enjoy a screening of Bee Movie, the story of Barry the Bee who ventures outside of the hive for the first time and discovers a whole new world.

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Lyle Lovett and His Large Band in concert

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