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In the Field with the Bucking Horses at The Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo
Houston Life’s Melanie Camp caught up with Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo 1st Vice President, Jim Dutton to learn more about what it takes to get the bulls, horses, and steers rodeo ready. Plus, watch the video below to learn a unique way you can help the Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo continue to provide support local students. Catch the action at The Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo it is on September 22 - September 30, 2023. There is a rodeo every night, plus live music, and a carnival. Get tickets and check out the entertainment lineup online at PasadenaRodeo.com for tickets.
Rebuilding Juntos
A day after Ms. Margaret Torres turned 88, a group of volunteers from Reliant arrived with paintbrushes ready to help with the final touches on a three month long home revitalization project. Coinciding with the kick off of Hispanic Heritage Month, Rebuilding Together Houston is once again providing free safety upgrades to families in Houston’s East End. They call the project “Rebuilding Juntos”
FULL SHOW: Houston Life crew explore the Cajun country at Lafayette
Celebrate 200 years of history and culture. The Houston Life crew is live from Lafayette, Louisiana. We’re getting a history lesson at the Vermillionville Historic Village, where we’re meeting with a tribal chief about Louisiana’s Acadian, Creole, and Native American Culture. Then, we’re taking a lunch break and trying out the food and drinks. Mel Camp is taking us on a food tour to try everything from gumbo to boudin and beer. And we can’t forget about trying the Tabasco. Wanna know how it’s made? Go inside the factory with Derrick Shore. Plus, we’re headed to the water as our photographer hops on an airboat and explores through one of America’s greatest swamps. What will he find? Finally, we’re ending the night with the unique sounds of the Cajun country with a live performance.
Crashing Rehearsals! An ‘American Mariachi’ Sneak Peek at The Alley Theatre
Family, love, and tradition are at the core of a heartwarming play that hits the stage at the Alley Theatre. ‘American Mariachi’ opens September 22 and runs through October 22. In a time when women could not be mariachi’s Luca and her cousin break the mold showing the power of music to celebrate, honor, and heal. Mel Camp takes us inside the rehearsal room of ‘American Mariachi.’ Watch the video above to hear what actors Orlando Arriaga and Briana Resa talk about how the show touches on the power of music when it comes to connecting with loved ones and see a live performance from some of the amazing cast!
Inside the Rehearsal Room of ‘American Mariachi’
Family, love, and tradition are at the core of a heartwarming play that hits the stage at the Alley Theatre. 'American Mariachi' opens September 22 and runs through October 22. In a time when women could not be mariachi's Luca and her cousin break the mold showing the power of music to celebrate, honor, and heal. Mel Camp takes us inside the rehearsal room of 'American Mariachi'.
Army Veteran Michael Tovar Injured his Back While Serving in the Military this Treatment Helped Him Find Relief
After injuring his back while serving in the military, Army Veteran Michael Tovar battled near debilitating pain. Then, with thanks to the team at AK Pain & Spine, he discovered a treatment that helped him get his life back.