Javana Vela

Believe it or not, the internet is getting people back into reading. Book clubs are being formed, Booktok is having a moment and more and more bookstores are popping up in town. This weekend, readers fest is back for two days, bringing authors, local vendors and book lovers together at POST Houston. Founder Alyssa Y'barbo shares what new and seasoned readers can expect.

A musical that has won over audiences around the world is now appearing on stage in Houston, at Stages Theatre.

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury among older adults, but they can be prevented. Houston is putting a spotlight on the issue tomorrow with a free event for the community. Councilwoman Sallie Alcorn and physical therapist Bill Case are sharing details -- plus simple ways to build strength and improve balance.

Salvador Dalí’s iconic art is coming to Houston, and we’re getting a rare glimpse into the artist’s life from someone who knew him personally. Madame Christine Argillet, curator of the Argillet Collection and daughter of Dalí’s longtime publisher and confidant Pierre Argillet, joins Houston Life to share personal memories of the legendary Surrealist and the story behind this extraordinary collection. The exhibition features original drawings, hand-signed etchings and rare Aubusson tapestries, including works created through the decades-long collaboration between Dalí and Pierre Argillet. “Salvador Dalí: The Argillet Collection” is on display at Off The Wall Gallery in The Galleria through Oct. 15, 2026. Madame Christine Argillet will make special appearances Sept. 18-20.

Looking for a travel experience that’s truly out of this world? 🌌 Travel expert Justin Walter of Your Bucket List Guide takes us to Australia’s Northern Territory, one of the world’s incredible destinations for astrotourism.

Fall is the perfect time to get growing in Houston! 🌱 Carol Burton, director of permaculture at Urban Harvest, joins Houston Life to show us what Houstonians can plant in September and October. Carol also shares simple tips for getting your fall garden started, ideas for using your harvest in everyday meals, and how to use Urban Harvest’s Fall Planting Guide to plan your garden throughout the season. Plus, we’re getting hands-on with fall transplants, easy-to-sow seeds and edible flowers like pansies and marigolds!

Ballet Folklórico is more than dance. It’s a celebration of Mexican culture, history and pride through music, movement, colorful costumes and tradition. We’re joined by Heleny Paloma Mendoza, owner and instructor of Instituto de Arte Nokali, who shares how she discovered Ballet Folklórico as a shy six-year-old and how she now uses dance to teach a new generation about their culture and heritage. Plus, dancers from Instituto de Arte Nokali put those traditions into motion with a beautiful performance.

Houston native Armani Greer is stepping into the iconic Why Did I Get Married? franchise! She joins Houston Life to talk about playing Jasmine in Tyler Perry’s highly anticipated sequel, working alongside the returning cast and her journey from Houston theater to Hollywood. Why Did I Get Married Again? is streaming right now on Netflix.

Twenty-five years after September 11, 2001, Todd Russell Hill’s family is still carrying his memory forward. Todd was just 34 when he called his mother from the 17th floor of the Marriott at the World Trade Center. It was the last time his family heard his voice. His sister, Houston attorney and author Holly Little, shares Todd’s story, what it means to live with a loss that never came with answers, and how faith helped her family through the years and how it inspired her to write about a book about grief and how it could lead to purpose.

Houston fitness coach and U.S. Navy veteran Fenix Shepard knows what it means to completely transform your life. After losing 70 pounds and rebuilding her strength and confidence, she now helps others discover what they’re capable of. Then there’s Mark Ackley, a U.S. Marine veteran, former athlete and cancer survivor whose life was changed by Stage 3 non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and a serious back injury that left him struggling with his mobility. When Mark met Fenix, he gave her one very specific goal: help him get strong enough to scuba dive again. Twelve weeks later, he was back on the water. Now, the two Houston veterans are sharing their stories of resilience, the importance of having a goal and why a setback doesn’t have to be the end of your story.

Việt Cultural Fest returns to Houston with food, entertainment, cultural activities and a brand-new addition: student robotics! Students will have just six hours to design, build and program a working robot as part of the FTC in 6 Hours: BioBuzz Challenge. Houston will also be one of the sites for the global reveal of the new FIRST robotics season theme. Việt Cultural Fest 2026 takes place Saturday, Sept. 12, at Reliant Center. Find out what to expect and how you can get involved!

Running a small business comes with plenty of responsibilities, and taxes shouldn't be an afterthought. Accountant and business strategist Dr. Rosie Thomas shares five common mistakes entrepreneurs make, from missing deductions and mixing personal and business expenses to choosing the wrong business structure. With the fall estimated-tax deadline approaching, find out how much you should be setting aside, why keeping strong financial records matters and what you can do now to avoid a costly tax surprise. For tax preparation or business mentorship, visit DrRosieThomas.com.