Miss Takes Fitness Club
Friday, January 23, 2026 | 8:30–10:30 AM

Start your morning moving with Miss Takes Fitness Club at Clay Family Eastern Glades. This outdoor fitness meetup is all about wellness, community, and showing up for your body in a supportive, encouraging environment. Come ready to get active, breathe fresh air, and connect with fellow Miss Takes members.

Location:
Clay Family Eastern Glades
6502 Memorial Dr
Houston, TX 77007

All fitness levels are welcome—just bring comfortable clothes, water, and good energy.
RSVP Please

Miss Takes Social Hour
Sunday, January 18th | 3:00–5:00 PM

Unwind and connect at Miss Takes Social Hour at the Conservatory Galleria. This casual meetup is a chance to relax, eat, and get to know the Miss Takes community in a laid-back, welcoming atmosphere. Stop by, grab a bite, and enjoy good conversation.

Location:
Conservatory Galleria
5353 W Alabama St, Suite 100
Houston, TX 77056
https://conservatorygalleria.com/

Come to meet up, relax, eat, and connect with Miss Takes.
RSVP PLEASE

We’d love to see you there!

Miss Takes Basketball
Saturday, January 17th | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Hit the court with Miss Takes for an energetic afternoon of basketball and community at the Independence Heights Community Center. This session features 5×5 free-play teams, open to all skill levels—come play, move, and connect in a fun, supportive environment.

Location:
Independence Heights Community Center
603 East 35th St
Houston, TX 77022

Registration required (City of Houston Parks & Recreation):
Register here

& RSVP Please

Lace up and join us on the court! 🏀

Miss Takes Online Table Reads
Thursday, January 15th | 6:00–8:00 PM (Online)

Join Miss Takes for an online table read where writers and performers come together to hear scripts read aloud in a collaborative, supportive space. This session is a great opportunity to gain insight into your work, connect with fellow creatives, and experience scripts in real time.

Writers are welcome to submit scripts in advance via GOOGLE FORM

or during the Zoom session. ZOOM LINK

RSVP

We look forward to reading with you!

Miss Takes Actors’ Studio
Saturday, January 10, 2026 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM

Join us for a focused Miss Takes Actors’ Studio session at the Flores Neighborhood Library. This workshop-style gathering is designed for actors to actively work on scenes and monologues, with opportunities to film material for demo reels in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Location:
Flores Neighborhood Library
Meeting Room
110 N Milby St
Houston, TX 77003

This session is ideal for actors looking to sharpen their craft, get constructive practice, and build usable footage.

RSVP HERE

We look forward to creating with you.

Miss Takes Culture Club: Bowling Outing
Friday, January 9th | 1:00–4:00 PM

Join Miss Takes Culture Club for a fun and casual afternoon of bowling, connection, and community at Bowl & Barrel Houston. This is a relaxed social hang designed to bring creatives together outside the workspace—no pressure, just good vibes and friendly competition.

Location:
Bowl & Barrel Houston
797 Sorella Ct, Suite 118
Houston, TX 77024
https://www.bowlandbarrel.com/houston/bowl

Please note: participants pay for their own way.
RSVP HERE

We’d love to see you there—come roll with us! 🎳

Join us this Tuesday, January 6th, from 2:00–4:00 PM for a Miss Takes Writers Studio gathering at the Alief Neighborhood Center.

This session will take place in the Library, Room 2003, and is a welcoming space for writers and creatives to connect, share work, and build community. Whether you’re developing new material or supporting fellow writers, all are welcome to attend.

Location:
Alief Neighborhood Center
Library Room 2003
11903 Bellaire Blvd
Houston, Texas 77072

We look forward to seeing you there!

RSVP!

🎄 December Miss Takes Social Hour

Ugly Sweater Christmas Pajama Party + Board Games

Join us for a festive and cozy December Social Hour! This month, we’re celebrating with an Ugly Sweater Christmas Pajama Party—complete with board games, laughs, and plenty of holiday cheer. Come dressed in your most outrageous sweater, your comfiest holiday PJs, or both!

📍 Location: Wooster’s Garden
3315 Milam, Houston, TX 77006
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM

We’d love to know you’re coming!
👉 RSVP here: RSVP!

Feel free to RSVP through the link, scan the QR code (if you’re coming from our newsletter), or just drop by if you decide last minute. It’s going to be a fun and festive night—we can’t wait to see you there! 🎉

Miss Takes Fitness Club — Morning Walk
Friday, December 19th
8:30 AM
Clay Family Eastern Glades
6502 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77007

Start your morning with fresh air, good company, and a rejuvenating walk through the beautiful Clay Family Eastern Glades! The Miss Takes Fitness Club invites you to join us for a relaxed, refreshing group walk—perfect for boosting your energy, connecting with friends, and enjoying the outdoors.

We’ll be meeting at the park entrance, so keep an eye out for us!

🚶‍♀️ RSVP here:
Let's WALK together!

Lace up your walking shoes and come start your day with us!

Miss Takes Actors Studio
Thursday, December 18th
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
McGovern–Stella Link Regional Library | Conference Room
7405 Stella Link Rd, Houston, TX 77025

Step into the spotlight with us at the Miss Takes Actors Studio! This interactive session is all about exploring your craft through acting games, monologue practice, character work, and more. Whether you’re just starting out or sharpening your skills, this is a fun, supportive space to stretch your creativity and grow as a performer.

🎭 RSVP here:
LET'S ACT!

Bring your energy, curiosity, and love for the stage—we can’t wait to see you there!

Miss Takes Writers’ Studio — ONLINE Table Read
Tuesday, December 16th
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Open to the Public

Join us for our next Miss Takes Writers’ Studio Online Table Read, a welcoming creative space where writers can hear their work read aloud, gather constructive feedback, and sharpen their storytelling skills—all from the comfort of home.

Whether you’re submitting a script or participating as a reader, we ask everyone to uphold our values of respect, kindness, and professionalism. This is a confidential workshop environment: all scripts, discussions, and recordings are for internal use only and may not be shared outside the session.

RSVP! Sign up here!

📝 Submit your script in advance:
SUBMIT YOUR SCRIPTS!
(You’re welcome to submit more than one!)

You may also submit your script during the Zoom session, though priority will be given to those who submit through the form ahead of time.

🔗 Zoom Link:
We will email the Zoom link to everyone who signs up and also post it in our Discord server so all participants can join easily.

Bring your creativity, curiosity, and voice—we can’t wait to hear your work!

Miss Takes Culture Club — Holiday Edition

Join us for a festive outing! 🎶 On Saturday, December 13th at 7PM, we’re gathering at Discovery Green (Anheuser-Busch Stage) to attend Houston Grand Opera’s Carols on the Green. This magical evening features opera, holiday classics, mariachi, and more, curated by Jorge Parodi.

📍 Discovery Green The Anheuser-Busch Stage

1500 McKinney St., Houston, TX 77010

Free admission

RSVP here: Let us know you are joining us

Bundle up, bring your friends, and let’s soak in some seasonal joy together!

Miss Takes Writers' Studio

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Alief Neighborhood Center
Room 2214, Library
11903 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, Texas 77072

Join us for an energizing afternoon of creativity as the Miss Takes Writers' Studio gathers to workshop a brand-new ROM/COM script for our upcoming web-series production! Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just getting started, this collaborative session is the perfect space to brainstorm, polish ideas, and help shape our next big story.

Bring your pens, notepads, laptops—whatever you need to get those ideas flowing!

RSVP today: Let's Write!

Come write, create, and laugh with us. We can’t wait to see you there!

🎬 Miss Takes Film Club Presents:

Honorable Mentions Showcase

A Night of Bold Student Filmmaking + Live Q&A

🗓 Friday, December 5, 2025
🕡 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Mixer in the Memorial City Mall Lobby (Outside Cinemark)
🎞 Theatre Doors Open at 7:00 PM

🎟 Admission: Free with Donation

Admission is free, but we ask that all guests bring two (2) non-perishable food items from the Houston Food Bank’s Most-Needed List.

No ticket fees, no cash donations — just bring your items and enjoy the show!

🎟 Ticket Info

Great news — our ticket page is officially open!
Don’t wait — space is limited, so reserve your spot today.
Reserve Tickets Here

🎥 About the Event

The Honorable Mentions Showcase is a curated, non-competitive screening that celebrates outstanding student films from colleges across Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arizona, and Louisiana.

Enjoy a night of short films, documentaries, music videos, and more — followed by a live Q&A with the filmmakers.
It’s an evening for fresh voices, fearless stories, and creative community.

🎤 Post-Screening Q&A

Stay after the films to hear directly from the creators about their process, inspirations, and behind-the-scenes stories.

🛑 Important Notes

• Seats are first-come, first-served. RSVP does not guarantee late entry.

• All ages welcome, but some films may contain mature content.

• Donations will be collected at the door.

🎬 Miss Takes Film Club: Honorable Mentions Showcase

A Curated Celebration of Emerging College Filmmakers

Event Overview

The Honorable Mentions Showcase is a non-competitive screening event dedicated to highlighting authentic voices and bold storytellers from college filmmakers across the region.

Selected films will be publicly screened, followed by a live Q&A session with the filmmaker(s). While the spotlight will primarily be on the director or writer, cast and crew members are welcome to join the discussion, time permitting.

This is not a competition—there are no prizes or rankings. The focus is on exposure, community, and creative dialogue among emerging filmmakers.

📅 Key Dates

• First Deadline: November 14, 2025 – 11:59 PM CST

• Final (Late) Deadline: November 24, 2025 – 11:59 PM CST

🎥 Eligibility

Submissions are open to current college students, including Spring 2025 graduates, from the following institutions:

• Houston City College

• University of Houston

• Texas Southern University

• Lone Star College

• MediaTech Institute

• Rice University

• Sam Houston State University

• Lamar University (Beaumont)

• Louisiana State University

• Oklahoma City Community College

• Tulsa Community College

• Central New Mexico Community College

• Santa Fe Community College

• Scottsdale Community College

📤 Submission Details

• Accepted Formats: Short films, documentaries, commercials, music videos, animation

• Runtime: 1–20 minutes

• Submission Limit: Up to 2 entries per filmmaker

• Year of Production: All content must be produced in 2025

• Who Can Submit: Only the director or writer of the film

• Submission Platform: FilmFreeway – Honorable Mentions Showcase
  

• Contact us for password - honorable.mentions@miss-takes-filmclub.org or contact@miss-takes-filmclub.org

🌿 Miss Takes Fitness Club: Walk in the Park

📅 Thursday, November 21st
🕣 8:30 AM
📍 Clay Family Eastern Glades

Start your morning off right with Miss Takes Fitness Club! 🌞 Join us for a refreshing walk in the park, good conversation, and some feel-good movement surrounded by nature.

Bring your walking shoes, your water bottle, and your Miss Takes spirit! 💪✨

👉 Sign Up

Let’s get moving, together. 💖
Go Miss Takes! 🚶‍♀️🌸

🎬 Miss Takes Writers' Studio: Online Table Read

📅 Tuesday, November 18th
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (CST)

Join us for a fun and supportive night of creativity at our Miss Takes Writers' Studio Online Table Read! Whether you’re a screenwriter ready to share your work or just love hearing new stories come to life, this event is for you.

Writers:
Submit your script here 👉 Script Submission Form

Everyone:
Reserve your spot 👉 RSVP

We’ll email you the Zoom link on the day of the event.
Grab your favorite drink, get cozy, and let’s read, listen, and connect! 💻✨

Go Miss Takes! 🎥💫

Miss Takes Social Hour - Picnic Brunch in the Park!

📅 Date & Time: Sunday, November 16, 2025 • 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Location: Clay Family Eastern Glades, 6502 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77007

Take a break from the hustle of film sets and festivals! Join us for a relaxed picnic brunch in the park to unwind, connect, and enjoy good food and conversation with fellow filmmakers and crew.

Bring your favorite brunch bites, a cozy blanket, and maybe a lawn game or two—or just come to relax and recharge. It’s the perfect mid-morning escape to catch up, share stories, and soak in some fresh air before the week picks up again.

☀️ Weather Plan: If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll meet up at a nearby bar or grill instead—or cancel if conditions are too rough. We’ll send an update before the event if plans change.

👉 Sign up here: Miss Takes Picnic Brunch Sign-Up

We’ll confirm the exact location on the day of the event. Look for us in our Miss Takes Film Club shirts—we’ll be easy to spot!

Miss Takes Writers’ Studio
Wednesday, November 12th | 12:00 PM
Paris Baguette – Westheimer

Join us for a writers’ meetup as we collaborate on our next script for Miss Takes Film Club!

Our Outreach Coordinator, Chase Manor, will be hosting the session. Bring your ideas, pens, laptops, and creativity—whether you want to work on the group project or your own personal writing projects, all are welcome.

Please RSVP here to let us know you’re coming: Sign Up
If you just want to drop by, that’s great too—we’d love to see you!

Mitch’s Table Read – A Live Hybrid Reading

Presented by the Miss Takes Writers Studio

Join us for a special hybrid table read of an original work by Maxine Zawislak — an intimate storytelling experience where characters step off the page and into the room. Your presence and feedback will help shape the next phase of this developing script.

📅 Event Details

Date: Thursday, October 30th, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location:
Alief Neighborhood Center
Room 2003_Library
11903 Bellaire Blvd
Houston, TX 77072

Format: Hybrid (Attend in person or join virtually)
Writer: Maxine Zawislak
Note: An NDA is required to participate in this private reading.

How to Join

Spots are limited — reserve yours now:
👉 Sign Up Here

📄 Submit your NDA before attending:
👉 Complete NDA Form

Be part of the creative process. Help bring this story to life.

🎨 Miss Takes Film Club at the Buffalo Bayou Mural Festival

We're an Official Vendor — Come Celebrate with Us!

Miss Takes Film Club is proud to be an official vendor at the 2025 Buffalo Bayou Mural Festival — a bold, creative weekend spotlighting public art, performance, and community in the heart of Houston.

We’ll have a booth, cameras rolling, interviews happening, and lots of ways for you to get involved! Whether you want to stop by and say hello, help us run the booth, or jump behind the camera — we’d love to have you celebrate with us.

📍 Festival Details

🗓️ Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
🗓️ Sunday, October 19, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 2600 Commerce Street, Houston, TX 77003

🔗 buffalobayoumuralfestival.com
📸 @buffalobayoumuralfestival on Instagram

🙌 Volunteer With Us!

Want to be part of the action? We’re looking for volunteers to support Miss Takes Film Club throughout the weekend. Whether you're looking to gain experience, build your creative portfolio, or just hang with a fun, artsy crew — we’ve got a spot for you!

Volunteer Roles:

🎤 Interviewer
Capture authentic conversations with festival-goers and artists on camera. Help tell the story of the event through their voices.

🎥 Camera Operator
Film interviews, performances, and behind-the-scenes moments. Great for anyone looking to sharpen their on-location shooting skills.

🛍️ Booth Attendant
Support our team at the Miss Takes booth by sharing info, selling merch, collecting donations, and engaging with attendees.

💻 Editor
Take home footage and help us shape it into powerful, post-festival content. (Bring a hard drive if interested!)

👕 Wardrobe Guidelines

• Dress professionally but comfortably.

• Interviewers: Please avoid wearing logos or branded clothing.

• Comfortable shoes are highly recommended!

✅ Sign Up to Volunteer

👉 Volunteer Sign-Up Form

📬 Questions or scheduling changes?
Email us at contact@miss-takes-filmclub.org

🎨 Miss Takes Film Club at the Buffalo Bayou Mural Festival

We're an Official Vendor — Come Celebrate with Us!

Miss Takes Film Club is proud to be an official vendor at the 2025 Buffalo Bayou Mural Festival — a bold, creative weekend spotlighting public art, performance, and community in the heart of Houston.

We’ll have a booth, cameras rolling, interviews happening, and lots of ways for you to get involved! Whether you want to stop by and say hello, help us run the booth, or jump behind the camera — we’d love to have you celebrate with us.

📍 Festival Details

🗓️ Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
🗓️ Sunday, October 19, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 2600 Commerce Street, Houston, TX 77003

🔗 buffalobayoumuralfestival.com
📸 @buffalobayoumuralfestival on Instagram

🙌 Volunteer With Us!

Want to be part of the action? We’re looking for volunteers to support Miss Takes Film Club throughout the weekend. Whether you're looking to gain experience, build your creative portfolio, or just hang with a fun, artsy crew — we’ve got a spot for you!

Volunteer Roles:

🎤 Interviewer
Capture authentic conversations with festival-goers and artists on camera. Help tell the story of the event through their voices.

🎥 Camera Operator
Film interviews, performances, and behind-the-scenes moments. Great for anyone looking to sharpen their on-location shooting skills.

🛍️ Booth Attendant
Support our team at the Miss Takes booth by sharing info, selling merch, collecting donations, and engaging with attendees.

💻 Editor
Take home footage and help us shape it into powerful, post-festival content. (Bring a hard drive if interested!)

👕 Wardrobe Guidelines

• Dress professionally but comfortably.

• Interviewers: Please avoid wearing logos or branded clothing.

• Comfortable shoes are highly recommended!

✅ Sign Up to Volunteer

👉 Volunteer Sign-Up Form

📬 Questions or scheduling changes?
Email us at contact@miss-takes-filmclub.org

🎬 Miss Takes Film Club Presents: Wild Takes – The Neighbors

A One-Day Film Experiment: Scripted Scenes, Improv, & Creativity on the Fly

🗓️ Date & Time

Saturday, October 11, 2025
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Houston (address given to the official cast/crew)

🎞️ What Is Wild Takes?

Wild Takes is a fast-paced, improv-inspired film day where we throw the script out the window (after we’ve filmed it, of course).
You’ll start with a short scripted scene and move into fully improvised group and solo segments — all captured on camera.

No experience needed. Just come ready to create, collaborate, and take a few wild swings.

🎬 Part 1: Scripted Scene – The Neighbors

Written & Directed by: Samuel Robles (writer/director)

Official Cast:

• Laney – Ama Udugamasooriya

• Tristen – Raquael Torres

• Mr. Tuskegee – Glen Jordan

• Mrs. Tuskegee – Cici Blanco

We’ll be filming this original short as our opening piece — and then building from it in the improv rounds.

🎭 Part 2: Group Improv

Open to everyone!
Choose a character or get a prompt from us. Keep the energy and reality going as long as it feels believable — we’ll film until it doesn’t.

🎤 Part 3: Solo Improv – Confessionals

Step into the confessional booth in character — your moment to spill secrets, dreams, frustrations, or twisted logic.

We’ll guide you, or you can create your own on the spot.
It’s fun. It’s chaotic. It’s Miss Takes at its best.

🍽️ Good Vibes + Good Food

This is a 100% volunteer-based production.
We’ll provide a delicious meal as a thank you for your time, energy, and talent. 💛

Questions?

Feel free to reach out. We’re here to make sure everyone feels welcome, safe, and inspired to create.

Let’s Move, Connect, and Have Fun — Evening Walk/Run with Miss Takes!

Ready to get your body moving and meet some amazing people?

Whether you're here for the steps, the scenery, or just chatting away while exercising, this casual event is all about showing up, moving your body, and connecting with community.

🗓 When: Monday, September 22nd -6:00pm We start walking/running at 6:15PM
📍 Where: Eastern Glades, Memorial Park

🥤 What to Bring: Water, snacks, and a can-do attitude!

Let’s unwind together after a long day with some fresh air, friendly faces, and feel-good movement.

💖 Community Guidelines: We’re all about kindness and respect. Please note that harassment of any kind is not tolerated. Let’s keep the vibe positive and welcoming for everyone.

🚨 Heads Up: Miss Takes is not responsible for any lost or stolen items or any injuries during the event. Please look after your belongings and participate at your own risk.

Please be advised that in the event of severe weather conditions, we will not be in attendance and the event will be rescheduled.

Don't miss out—RESERVE YOUR SPOT!

Have a question? Reach out to us at fitness@miss-takes-filmclub.org

We can’t wait to see you there—let’s make this first one unforgettable!

Miss Takes Actor’s Studio is a creative space for actors to rehearse, experiment, and grow in a supportive environment. Whether you're preparing for auditions, working through a monologue, or just honing your craft, these sessions are designed to give you the time, space, and feedback you need to improve.

We offer filmed rehearsal sessions that actors can use for personal review or as part of their demo reels. Sessions are collaborative, non-commercial, and focused on helping performers build confidence and skill.

Join us for our first Miss Takes Actors’ Studio
📅 Friday, September 20th
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Tully Neighborhood Library – Houston, TX

Space is limited — RSVP now to reserve your spot:
👉 Sign up here

Let’s Move, Connect, and Have Fun — Evening Walk/Run with Miss Takes!

Ready to get your body moving and meet some amazing people?

Whether you're here for the steps, the scenery, or just chatting away while exercising, this casual event is all about showing up, moving your body, and connecting with community.

🗓 When: Tuesday, September 16th -6:00pm We start walking/running at 6:15PM
📍 Where: Eastern Glades, Memorial Park

🥤 What to Bring: Water, snacks, and a can-do attitude!

Let’s unwind together after a long day with some fresh air, friendly faces, and feel-good movement.

💖 Community Guidelines: We’re all about kindness and respect. Please note that harassment of any kind is not tolerated. Let’s keep the vibe positive and welcoming for everyone.

🚨 Heads Up: Miss Takes is not responsible for any lost or stolen items or any injuries during the event. Please look after your belongings and participate at your own risk.

Please be advised that in the event of severe weather conditions, we will not be in attendance and the event will be rescheduled.

Don't miss out—RESERVE YOUR SPOT!

Have a question? Reach out to us at fitness@miss-takes-filmclub.org

We can’t wait to see you there—let’s make this first one unforgettable!

Miss Takes Writers' Studio
📅 Thursday, September 11th
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Paris Baguette, Westheimer

Join us for an afternoon of writing, creativity, and collaboration! Bring your laptop, notebook, pen, and—most importantly—your ideas. This is your space to work on scripts, share your work, and get supportive feedback from fellow writers.

Let’s write together!

Miss Takes Film Club at Nostalgia Con 2025!

We’re thrilled to announce that Miss Takes Film Club will be making a special appearance at Nostalgia Con Houston 2025! Join us August 22-24, 2025 at the George R. Brown Convention Center for a weekend packed with retro pop culture, iconic guests, and plenty of movie mischief.

Stop by our booth, catch exclusive content, meet fellow film lovers, and celebrate all things wonderfully weird and nostalgic. Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering the club, we can’t wait to see you there!

Interested in Volunteering? Volunteer Sign Up!

Miss Takes Film Club at Houston Media Conference 2025!
We’re excited to share that Miss Takes Film Club will be part of the Houston Media Conference 2025! But this time, we’re skipping the traditional booth setup—
instead, come find us in our cozy Writers Room Lounge.

This is your space to brainstorm, write, and collaborate with fellow creatives. Whether you're polishing a screenplay, outlining a short film, or just need some inspiration, bring your notebooks, pens, pencils, laptops, iPads, and big ideas. We'll provide the vibe—you bring the brilliance.

Let’s turn great ideas into great stories. See you in the lounge! RSVP WRITERS' LOUNGE

Miss Takes Film Club at Nostalgia Con 2025!

We’re thrilled to announce that Miss Takes Film Club will be making a special appearance at Nostalgia Con Houston 2025! Join us August 22-24, 2025 at the George R. Brown Convention Center for a weekend packed with retro pop culture, iconic guests, and plenty of movie mischief.

Stop by our booth, catch exclusive content, meet fellow film lovers, and celebrate all things wonderfully weird and nostalgic. Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering the club, we can’t wait to see you there!

Interested in Volunteering? Volunteer Sign Up!