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The Women's Institute of Houston is a 501 (c) (3) educational organization.

The Women’s Institute of Houston offers adult continuing education courses, featuring seminars, lectures, and hands-on classes in such wide-ranging subjects as politics and current events, history, art history, literature, psychology, and computer education. Experts in their fields and professors from area universities teach our continuing education courses. The Women’s Institute of Houston became chartered as a non-profit educational organization in 1956. Since then, we have created our continuing education programs to include both Cultural Studies, Sunday Lectures, and from time to time our Texas Traveler day trips, all tailored to fit into the hectic schedules of modern life. We also offer a Lecture Luncheon Series, which brings to Houston authorities from around the world to speak about an aspect of their field of expertise in a single presentation.

09/22/2026

Digging Deeper: How to (Finally!) Finish Your Memoir with Hank Roubicek, Ph.D.
Register Here: https://bit.ly/4hG8H0n
Whether you’re stuck on how to begin, already deep into your memoir, or looking for the next step after a memoir class, this workshop is designed to help you move forward.

Write, receive constructive feedback, and participate in group editing while exploring voice, memoir structure, and the power of concise, compelling prose.

📚 Write. Share. Refine. Grow.

📅 Wednesdays | September 30–October 7
⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 In Person
📚 2 Weeks
👥 Limited Enrollment

09/21/2026

🗳️⭐ Lone Star Showdown: The 2026 Midterm Elections

Register here: https://bit.ly/4uBhSTj

The 2026 midterm election is shaping up to be Texas's most consequential General Election in decades. Join us as we follow the campaigns, controversies, polling, personalities, and power struggles shaping the future of the Lone Star State.
Will Democrats become competitive statewide? How is Trump's second presidency influencing Texas politics? What do these elections reveal about the future of America?
Stay informed as we track one of the nation's most closely watched elections—week by week.

📅 Wednesday, September 23 – November 11
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 In Person & Simulcast
🎟️ $280

09/16/2026

🎨🇮🇹 Traveling with the Masters: An Artistic Journey Through Italy
Register here: https://bit.ly/4fPMFrM

Travel across Italy's iconic cities and hidden gems as we explore the masterpieces of Giotto, Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael, Titian, Caravaggio, and more. From the Uffizi and Vatican Museums to charming local churches and villas, discover the art that brings Italy's history and culture to life.
✨ Special focus on pioneering women artists, including Artemisia Gentileschi and Sofonisba Anguissola.
📅 Monday, September 14 – November 16 (skipping October 19)
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 In Person and Simulcast
🎟️ $360

09/16/2026

🇫🇷✨ How Paris Became the City We Love
Register here : https://bit.ly/4otLAbb

Journey through 500 years of Parisian history—from medieval streets and royal squares to grand boulevards, the Eiffel Tower, and the charm of Montmartre. Explore the people, architecture, and events that shaped one of the world's most beloved cities.
📅 Mondays | September 14 – October 19
⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 In-Person & Simulcast
🎟️ $220

09/16/2026

🇺🇸 Thomas Jefferson: Architect of America
Register Here: https://bit.ly/4hwKdXi

Explore the life, ideas, and legacy of one of America’s most influential founders. From the Declaration of Independence to the presidency, this course examines how Thomas Jefferson helped shape the principles of equality, natural rights, and republican self-government—while also confronting the complexities and contradictions of his life.

📅 Tuesdays | September 15 – October 20
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 In Person & Simulcast
🎟️ $220

09/16/2026

Film Club: Hitchcock

Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/ydyr3cz
What makes a Hitchcock film so unforgettable? Join us as we watch and discuss some of his greatest classics, exploring how he used camera angles, lighting, storytelling, humor, romance, and suspense to keep audiences captivated.

🍿 View and discuss a different Hitchcock favorite each week.

📅 Thursdays | September 17
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 In Person
🎟️ $40 per class or $220 for the series

09/01/2026

Mah Jongg Drop In
Register Here: https://bit.ly/4dfEG4W

Play American Mah Jongg with fellow lovers of the game! Bring a friend, your own group of players, or just yourself! Please bring your card. The set will be provided.

📅 Friday, September 4
⏰ 10 am
📍 In Person
🎟️ $10

09/01/2026

✍️ Creative Writing Workshop
Register Here: https://bit.ly/3UneiQa

Build a stronger writing practice through generative writing, craft lessons, discussions of published work, and supportive peer workshops. With prompts, deadlines, and weekly instructor feedback, you'll gain the structure and encouragement to jump-start your creative writing.

📅 Thursdays, September 10 – November 12
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🎟️ $315
📍 In Person

09/01/2026

🇮🇹 Take Your Italian to the Next Level!
Register here: https://bit.ly/4gFNzFY

Ready to move beyond the basics? Build confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing while exploring the language through travel, food, music, culture, and everyday conversation.

🍝 Learn the language.
✈️ Discover the culture.
🗣️ Speak with greater confidence.

By the end of the course, you'll be ready for longer conversations and a more natural command of Italian.

📅 Thursdays, October 1- November 19
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 In Person
🎟️ $360

08/27/2026

Medical Ethics: What is it?
🩺⚖️ Medicine, Technology & Ethics
Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/3v63u6aa

As healthcare evolves through groundbreaking treatments, longer life spans, and artificial intelligence, new ethical questions continue to emerge. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of the challenges and opportunities shaping modern medicine.
📅 Wednesdays | September 2 - 23
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 In Person & Simulcast
🎟️ $150

Address

2202 Avalon Place
Houston, TX
77019

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 12pm

Website

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