West Houston Economic Development Summit 2019
The Spring Branch Management District was a gold-level sponsor of the West Houston Economic Development Summit 2019, a half-day event that includes four business forums, a Business Marketplace Expo and Economic Outlook Luncheon Program, held at the Norris Conference Center at Houston’s CityCentre.
Spring Branch Burger Shack
Spring Branch Burger Shack
1415 Murray Bay Street
Houston, Texas 77080
(832) 649-2900
https://www.facebook.com/Spring-Branch-Burger-Shack-353340441873877/
Might as Well
It has been known as Mickey’s Lounge and later Robbie’s. Recently, you may have noticed a new name — Might as Well Lounge and Boozenasium — over the door at 8518 Long Point Rd. in the Spring Branch District.
Drop in and you will immediately feel a retro vibe — from the “upcycled” carpet to the juke box to the furnishings. And yet, while the space has been a bar since the 1960s, Might As Well has a modern, updated feel.
Reimagining Long Point: Meeting #3
The Spring Branch District, in partnership with SWA landscape architects assisting with the project, hosted their 3rd and final community meeting on the Reimagining of Long Point Project. Over 100 people attended the event which was held at 4J Brewery at 1348 Cedar Post Lane a fairly new (1 year old) local craft brewery in the district. The food was catered by David Alcorta who made some awesome snacks to go with the great beer and wine! If you g...
District A Gives Back
District A Councilmember Brenda Stardig held an event at Karbach Brewery to recognize all the good done by citizens of District A. Those recognized included: volunteers who established and ran a shelter at the Trini Mendenhall Community Center for victims of Hurricane Harvey; the First Responders, HPD, HFD, and CERT members who were out in their communities helping where they were needed; and the taxpayers of District A who approved the purchase of a High Water Rescue Vehicle (affectionately called the “High-Five”) which operated out of Station 5 during Harvey. Attendees were encouraged to...
Spring Branch District's 2015 Christmas Social
Great fun and cheer was had by all at our holiday gathering this year. We also celebrated the birthday of our very own Executive Director, David Hawes. Wishing all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
State of the District 2015
The video highlights our first 10 Years of Accomplishments and the Unveiling of our 2015-2030 Comprehensive Plan!
Multi-Family Public Safety Outreach Day 12/2014
On December 13 the District held its last quarterly Multi-Family Public Safety Outreach day. The event started out slowly but picked up a few hours into the event. A great time was had by the children who played games and visited with the officers in attendance. The event is held the second Saturday of the quarter and the next event will be March 14, 2015. For sponsorship opportunities please contact Business Ambassador, Marie Cortes at (832) 388-8218.
2014 SBMD Open House
On December 4, 2014 the Spring Branch District hosted a community Open House to discuss the Spring Branch comprehensive plan at the Trini Mendehall (Sosa) Center. Ms. Patricia Maddox, Chair of the Spring Branch District, shared the vision of the board of directors with the attendees. State Representative Dwayne Bohac and City Council Member District A, Brenda Stardig also emphasized the importance of receiving feedback and thanked Ms. Maddox and the board of directors for their vision in developing the plan.
1st Quarterly Multi-Family Outreach Day
The Spring Branch District has partnered with Precinct 1, Constable Allen Rosen and other area law enforcement agencies on a quarterly public safety outreach program in our multi-family communities. Through this initiative the district and our law enforcement agencies want to encourage residents to come out and learn more about how the agencies operate and what they can do to assist the community with public safety related issues. Anyone interested in learning more about the quarterly event or wishing to be a participant should contact Spring Branch Director of Services, Josh Hawes at JHawes@S...
Newspring Business Plan Competition 2012
The fifth annual Newspring Business Plan Competition was completed with a final judging April 26, 2012. This year’s competition saw over 30 entrants apply, with 25 teams selected to begin the competition. 19 of the teams selected delivered an investor ready plan on April 5. Five of the 19 qualifying teams made it to the finals where they had the opportunity to present their business plan to a panel of judges. The judges listened to the presentations, then deliberated in closed session before selecting the winners. Newspring provided experienced business advisors to each team. HCC’s Spring ...
State of the District Event
Dr. Stephen Klineberg of the Kinder Institute for Urban Research at Rice University delivers the keynote address based 30 years of annual surveys of Houstonians at Spring Branch Management District's first State of the District luncheon.
SBMD & HWCOC Holiday Social
Great crowd of over 75 attended. Executive Director David Hawes shared district highlights for 2013 and wished everyone a merry Christmas and happy holidays.
Star Awards 2014
The Spring Branch District was a presenting sponsor at the 16th Annual HWCOC Star Awards. Businesses were recognized in a variety of categories for their contributions to growth and expansion in west Houston. Noted economists, Bill Gilmer presented an economic forecast for west Houston. Victor Alvarez, chair of the Spring Branch Economic Development committee, updated attendees on growth and development in Spring Branch. To learn more about the event and planning for next year visit www.HWCOC.org.
The Ranch - Texas-style Coworking Space
https://sbmd.org/you-could-be-working-at-the-ranch/
In The Garden
A wonderful surprise awaits anyone who enjoys plants and architectural ephemera at In The Garden. Located at 1405 Cedar Post Ln., just a stone's throw from busy Blaylock Rd in the Spring Branch Management District, you will be amazed at the thoughtfully creative grounds. Set up to mimic an actual home garden, the nursery features something for eve...