Promotional Events

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  Barely Leagal: Best of Houston 2009 Party
  Lucky's Pub [Map]
  Thu., September 24, 7:00pm
  It�s our 21st birthday, and you�re invited! Join the Houston Press at Lucky�s Pub (801 St. Emanuel) on Thursday, September 24th at 7:00 p.m. for the ultimate birthday bash presented by Stubbs Harley Davidson. Shot wheel, flip cup, beer pong, kegs, an ice luge � you name it, we�re doing it! You may not remember your own 21st birthday, but this year�s Best of Houston �Barely Legal� event will be unforgettable! General admission tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Ticket includes food sampling, live performance by Molly & The Ringwald's, and complimentary keg beer while it lasts! Cab stand available at the end of the night courtesy of Liberty Cab. Buy your tickets now at HoustonPress.com. Sponsored by: LikeMe.net, Momentum Audi, Momentum Volkswagen, FLOSS, Houston Aeros and Nauset Concepts.
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  OKTOBERFEST
  Houston Liederkranz Hall [Map]
  Sat., September 19
  The Houston Liederkranz and the Houston Saengerbund invite everyone to the annual OKTOBERFEST Saturday, September 19th from 4:30 pm to 11 pm at Houston Liederkranz Hall. Come out for food, beer, wine and live music. From 5pm - 7:30 pm brass band The Rusty Steins will play and from 8pm to 11pm Jaegermeister Dance Band will be playing. Donations requested are $10 for members, $12 for non-members and $5 for those ages 7-18. Children under 7 are free. Houston Liederkranz Hall is located at 5100 Ella Blvd. For more info call Kathleen at 713.252.6727.
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  Houston Press Concert Series
  Pub Fiction [Map]
  Wed., September 30
  Houston Press Concert Series presented by LikeMe.Net. Big Names. Small Venue. Free Show! Join us at Pub Fiction the last Wednesday of every month! On September 30th, Paula Nelson to perform! You must be 21 + to get it in. Pub Fiction will fill up fast so get there early! Doors open at 4pm. 2303 Smith in Midtown. 713-400-8400
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  International Quilt Festival
  George R. Brown Convention Center [Map]
  Daily from Thu., October 15 until Sun., October 18
  Come join us for our 35th anniversary show! The largest annual quilt show, sale, and quiltmaking academy in the world attracts more than 54,000 attendees with 1,500+ quilts, cloth dolls and garments on display; more than 900 booths selling antique and contemporary quilts, supplies, books, notions, antiques, and crafts; and more than 350 classes, lectures, and events for all skill levels. Plus, Make It University!, Embellishment� and A Victorian Romance pavilions. More info at www.quilts.com
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  19th Annual Turkish Festival!
  Jones Plaza [Map]
  Sat., October 10Sun., October 11
  October 10-11, 2009. Jones Plaza, Downtown Houston with Houston Azerbaijanis & the Houston Bosnian community for more info: www.atahouston.org Special guests from Turkey: TUANA Turkish Folk Dance & Art Club presenting Whirling Dervishes, Ottoman Military Band, Drum Show, Folk Dances. Live music performances by: Local Turkish and Azerbaijani bands & musicians. Belly dancing. Arts & crafts from Turkey, Azerbaijan and Bosnia: paper marbling, calligraphy, and more. Delicious food by: Turquoise Grill & Caf� Pita. Turkish beer & wine; baklava & other desserts & pastries to-go with your Turkish tea or coffee.
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  Festa Italiana
  University of St. Thomas-- Anderson Auditorium, Malloy Hall [Map]
  Daily from Fri., October 16 until Sun., October 18
  Come to Festa Italiana and Experience Italy in the Heart of Houston - Friday, October 16th through Sunday October 18th on the grounds of the University of St. Thomas. There will be three days of music and live entertainment including the popular Grape Stomp, Pasta Eating Contest, the Italian-American Idol and the I Madonnari High School sidewalk chalk art competition. Come and enjoy the delicious home made Italian food. Admission is $6 for adults; children 12 and under free. For more information go to www.HoustonItalianFestival.com or call 713-524-4222.
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  The 43rd Original Greek Festival
  Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral [Map]
  Daily from Thu., October 1 until Sun., October 4
  The 43rd Original Greek Festival returns Thursday - Sunday, October 1-4, at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 3511 Yoakum Blvd. Feast on the most delicious Greek cuisine this side of the Aegean. Stomp your feet to the rhythms of the Greek Festival Dancers. Festival shops feature jewelry, clothing, icons, paintings, pottery, crafts, and Greek groceries. OPA! Admission $5/adults; children 12& under free; free admission Friday before 5. Free shuttle from Lamar High School. 713.526.5377 www.greekfestival.org