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BY ASIA ARMOUR, SHAWN ARRAJJ & MELISSA ENAJE
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5 West University Branch Library The library was expanded with new Family Place Library features, which involved creating a physical space for family engagement programming, including early literacy and parent education. Family Place libraries offer a free five-week program, during which parents can meet with professionals who can answer questions on literacy, speech development, nutrition and health. • Expanded Sept. 14. • 6108 Auden St., Houston • https://hcpl.net/locations/wu
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3 Salad & Go The eatery brings high-quality, made-to-order salads, wraps, soups and breakfast options as well as handcrafted lemonades, teas and cold brews to consumers looking for fresh, affordable and quick meals while on the go. • Opened Sept. 16 • 3161 Chimney Rock Road, Houston • www.saladandgo.com
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1 The Museo Institute for Medical Arts This 10-story building in Houston’s Museum District is part of a mixed-use urban project combining art, science and culture. It aims to bridge the healing arts with the visual arts. The professional medical tower was designed by PJMD Architects’ Marko Dasigenis in collaboration with architect Huitt-Zollars. • Opened Sept. 21 2 The Houston Methodist Tech Hub A new collaborative space for health care innovation opened in the Ion building in Midtown under the direction of the Houston Methodist Hospital system. Officials called the 1,200-square-foot space a “living laboratory for digital health technology.” In it, health care professionals can access simulated environments for an inpatient hospital room, outpatient doctor clinics and patient home experiences. • Opened Aug. 28 • 4201 Main St., Houston • www.houstonmethodist.org/center-for-innovation • 5115 Fannin St., Houston • www.museohouston.com
Relocations
Coming soon
6 The Missing Piece The Missing Piece, a small-business incubator that provides retail space and an online presence for local and female business owners in Houston, will relocate to a new location at 2371 Rice Blvd., Houston. An opening date for the new location has not yet been identified by owner Robert O’Bannon, but the shop will continue to offer seasonal gifts, home goods, jewelry and other local artisan goods. • Relocation date TBD • 2371 Rice Blvd., Houston • www.instagram.com/missing_piece_boutique
4 Dak & Bop After closing its flagship store in 2020, Dak & Bop—a Korean-influenced restaurant—marks its return to the Museum District with a 2,000-square-foot space at the Parc Binz mixed-use development near Hermann Park. Guests can expect a curated menu that blends beloved classics with innovative additions. Features include double-fried wings, bulgogi macaroni and cheese and the brand’s signature kimchi fries.
• Opening in late 2023 • 1801 Binz St., Houston • www.dakandbop.com
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