Houston is an utterly amazing place brimming with unique organizations, things to do and places to visit. This series of classes features guest speakers who tell us about these organizations, events and fun and educational places we can visit with possible volunteer opportunities.
This class meets from 10 am until 11 am on the Thursdays
(when LEOH is in session.)
The Fall 2025 session began September 11 with registration. Classes follow on consecutive Thursdays, ending on October 30.
See the scheduled list of speakers and topics below.
September 18 EASTER SEALS GREATER HOUSTON
Kelly Klein, Development Director, discusses the many service programs it offers to disabled individuals and their families, throughout every stage of life. Cristen Carson Reat, Co-Founder and Program Director of BridgingApps.org, describes this program’s role as part of Easter Seals Greater Houston.
September 25 THE GIFT OF A LIFETIME
Chris Swanson, Executive Producer, Firefox Video, explains the process for creating heartfelt family documentaries that celebrate life.
October 2 ALL ABOUT HERBS
Angela Roth, Speakers Bureau, The Herb Society of America, South Texas Unit, tells us about the organization’s dedication to promoting the knowledge, use and delight of herbs, particularly the top five herbs in Houston.
October 9 RICE UNIVERSITY KINDER INSTITUTE REPORT
Ruth Lopez Turley, Rice University, Director, Kinder Institute for Urban Research, shares the findings of their latest Houston Area Survey of the issues important to residents.
October 16 ARTIST BOAT
Artist Boat is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote awareness and preservation of coastal margins and the marine environment through the disciplines of the sciences and the arts.
October 23 FIRE SAFETY AND CRISIS RESPONSE
Deacon Tittle, Chief, Bellaire Fire Department, presents information on basic home/apartment safety, medical response, and our role.
October 30 ART IN BLOOM -MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS HOUSTON (MFAH)
Gerry Aitken, Speakers Bureau, shares fascinating details about artists and their floral works, including wearable art, paintings, and textiles in the MFAH collection.
