Promotional Events

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  Houston Press Concert Series
  Pub Fiction [Map]
  Wed., February 24
  Join us at Pub Fiction the last Wednesday of every month for the Houston Press Concert Series presented by LikeMe.Net. Big Names. Small Venue. Free Show! Charlie Robison performs February 24. You must be 21 or over to get in. Doors open at 4 p.m., and coming early is recommended. 2303 Smith in Midtown. 713-400-8400
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  Village Voice Media Presents The Showdown 2010 at SXSW
  La Zona Rosa [Map]
  Fri., March 19
  Village Voice Media presents "The Showdown 2010" at SXSW from noon to 5 p.m. on Friday, March 19th at La Zona Rosa (612 W. 4th St. Austin). No one under 18 will be admitted. This year's lineup is The xx, Superchunk, The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart, and Surfer Blood. . More information at sxsw.villagevoicemedia.com. Sponsored by: Texas Lottery, The Showgrounds at Sam Houston Race Park, Chicago Reader and LikeMe.Net.
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  The Houston Wedding Showcase
  George R. Brown Convention Center [Map]
  Sat., February 27
  The Houston Wedding Showcase is a fresh, innovative bridal show with spectacular runway fashion shows and aisle after aisle of exhibits from the area's most trusted wedding professionals. The Showcase returns on February 27 at the George R. Brown Convention Center from 10am to 5pm. Whether you are just starting your planning, finishing up the details, or anywhere in between, you will find exactly what you are looking for at the Houston Wedding Showcase. Avoid the lines and save money by purchasing advance tickets for $8 through the Houston Wedding Showcase site. Tickets are also available at the door for $10, cash only. Children 12 and under are free.
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  The Clear Lake Gem and Mineral Society 35th Annual Show
  Pasadena Convention Center [Map]
  Sat., February 27Sun., February 28
  February 27 and 28 come to the Clear Lake Gem and Mineral show at the Pasadena Convention Center, 7902 Fairmont Parkway. Kids under 12 are free and there are lots of things to keep them busy. For the adults there are gems and jewelry, demonstrations, fossils, and many dealers will be there selling great gifts, collectibles, and gear for rock hounds. Saturday and Sunday, 10 am till 6 pm, February 27 and 28, at the Pasadena Convention Center, 7902 Fairmont Parkway, Free Parking. For more details go to: www.clgms.org .
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  The Texas Ghost Show
  Beaumont Civic Center [Map]
  Sat., March 13
  The Texas Society of Paranormal Investigators is hosting the 1st Annual Texas Ghost Show March 13, at the Beaumont Civic Center, with special guests Brian Harnois of "Ghost Hunters", "GHI," "Ghostman of Galveston" Dash Beardsley, & Father Andrew Calder from "Paranormal State." $20 general admission, $35 with lunch and VIP tickets for $75. For more info www.TexasGhostShow.eventbrite.com Special! $5 off GA tickets, enter promo code HOUSTON PRESS.
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  Pre-Sale: Free Press Summer Fest 2010 featuring The Flaming Lips
  Eleanor Tinsley Park [Map]
  Daily from Tue., February 16 until Fri., February 26
  For a limited time, pre-sale weekend passes for Summer Fest 2010, June 5th � 6th, are only $22.50. The festival is expanding to include an array of both national and regional acts, including Girl Talk, Slim Thug, Medeski Martin and Wood, Stars and many more. The �Fancy Pants� package offers a more comfortable experience with access to air-conditioned tents for just a little more. To purchase advance tickets and get up-to-date information visit: www.freepresssummerfest.com
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  Inner Me Fitness Grand Opening benefitting Soles4Souls: Project Haiti
  Inner Me Studios [Map]
  Sat., February 27, 3:00pm
  Join the Houston Press at the grand opening of Inner Me Fitness benefitting Soles4Souls: Project Haiti, February 27 from 3pm - 6pm. The event be held at the Inner Me studios on 617 Richmond Ave. and will feature class demonstrations, hors d'oeuvres and drinks. Lightly worn sneakers will be collected for the Haiti relief effort and could win you a free month of classes! Cash donations will also be accepted.