Tick Tock to Years End
The year's end is here and it's about time. We aren’t sure what to expect for 2026 but its gotta be better than 2025. So let's grab this new year by the bull horns and make this year ours. First and foremost let's take a moment to be still. Slow our breathing and just be. Lets not linger on the past but pay homage. Looking for our ways to move forward and progress. There were so many great moments of creative conquest and victories as there were many moments of failure. We can't win them all but we can redirect and renavigate. As daunting as a New Year can be, Flak looks forward to what 2026 has in store for us. Sitting on that next great idea, exhibition, or body of work. No time like the present! Its a light holiday week but now is the time to get this show on the road and we will begin with this week's Hidden Agenda.
Tuesday, 12/30
Rest! You deserve it. Eat some Kale or greens though.
Wednesday, 12/31
End of an Era | 11AM - 5PM
Anya Tish Gallery | 4411 Montrose
After the passing of the outstanding owner and curator Anya Tish, Houston was left with a large hole in its community as well as our hearts. The 31st is the last time to spend some time in this time capsule of creative excellence. A collection of artists and works from over decades will be on view. Go and celebrate a life and an era.
DJ Night Feat. Neon Indian | 10PM
Art Club / POST | 401 Franklin St.
Neon Indian returns to Art Club to ring in the New Year with this highly anticipated event. What better way to experience New Years Eve and the welcoming of 2026 than with a chillwave synth pop experience. Alan Palomo brings a DJ set that weaves deep cuts, vintage textures, and dancefloor energy. Described as a highly curated sonic journey. We agree! There are VIP passes and private tables available. General Admission starts at $44. Info and Tickets here.
https://www.posthtx.com/event/dj-night-art-club-nye-feat-neon-indian
Thursday, 01/01
It's a New Year!
Today I hope you are able to relax and reflect. Find your center. Most importantly, think of the ways we can be better as a community. Get involved and let's get moving!
New Year Meditation | 6:30PM - 7:30PM
Museum of Fine Arts Houston, Law Building / Cullinam Hall | 1001 Bissonnet St.
New Year, New You! This Buddhist themed Zen meditation and discussion is led by Gyozan Royce Johnson. Johnson of the Houston Zen Center will guide you through this transcending New Year Experience. All that is missing is you!
https://www.mfah.org/events/new-years-meditation
Friday, 01/02
Cruel Intentions: The 90s Musical | 2:00 PM
MATCH | 3400 Main St.
Presented by The Garden Theatre and celebrating their 5th season, in honor of our anniversary, the first half of this monumental season will consist of audience favorites from previous seasons. From our second season, we are thrilled to bring back a show BroadwayWorld called "the most fun you'll have in any theatre this holiday season." Join us for the return of one of the most popular shows we've ever produced: Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical. With this return engagement in a larger venue, we are BACK and BIGGER than ever! Based on the popular 90s film and now front and center here at Match. Check out their calendar or buy tickets for this Friday.
Cruel Intentions: The '90s Musical | MATCH
Saturday, 01/03
Hands on Houston: Embroidery Hoop Art | 11AM - 3PM
Houston Center for Contemporary Craft | 4848 Main St.
New Year and time to learn some new crafts! This drop in hands on event is perfect for adults and kids alike. Using hoop and burlap, you can create hangable art in just 25 minutes. What more do you need? A community indoor event that is perfect for the cold and chilly Saturday weather.
https://crafthouston.org/event/hands-on-houston-embroidery-hoop-art/
Paper Bag Collage | 2PM - 4PM
Contemporary Art Museum | 5216 Montrose
Its a workshop weekend! Explore artist Tomashi Jackson’s use of collage techniques with this unique drop in workshop. Using various papers, paper bags, and decorative scraps you are just a hop skip and a jump away from your own solo exhibition. Come see the exhibition and bring the kiddos to a workshop.
