Celebrating Books, Belonging & Brave Voices In Support of Community Mental Wellness & Inclusion

Join 724 Press Collective and Texana Café for an inspiring day of storytelling, poetry, music, and literature, where creativity becomes a tool for connection, healing, and community care.

This collaborative event creates an accessible, welcoming space that uplifts diverse voices and fosters belonging through artistic expression. Proceeds from the café directly support neurodivergent individuals learn essential employment skills in an internship experience who then go on to secure permanent employment. The café is part of Texana Center, a nonprofit local community center that provides behavioral health services throughout Fort Bend, Austin, Colorado, Matagorda, Waller, and Wharton counties. This is a family-friendly event!

📍 Location

Texana Café7440 FM-359, Fulshear, TX 77441

📅 Date

Saturday, August 8, 2026

🕒 Schedule

Book Market: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Open Mic: 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM

📚 Book & Literary Market | 11 AM – 2:30 PM

Explore an outdoor market featuring local authors, poets, artists, and literary vendors. Discover new books, handmade goods, and creative treasures while supporting small businesses and community voices.

Featuring:

Independent authors & publishers
Book vendors, poets & zine creators
Artists & literary merch
Community organizations

🎤 Open Mic | 2:30 PM – 4 PM

Experience powerful performances in poetry, spoken word, music, and storytelling.

All voices welcome. All stories matter.

5-minute performance slots
Sign-up begins at 1:45 PM
Hosted by 724 Press Collective
Performances recorded

☕ Support the Venue

Enjoy delicious food and drinks from Texana Café throughout the day. Your support helps sustain this community-centered space.

💛 Why This Event Matters

This gathering celebrates creativity as a pathway to:

✔ Mental wellness✔ Self-expression✔ Visibility✔ Belonging✔ Community healing

Together, we’re building a space where stories are honored and voices are heard.

🌿 Event Highlights

Outdoor book & vendor market
Curated open mic showcase
Family-friendly environment
Inclusive & welcoming space
Community-focused programming

📌 Additional Info

Outdoor event (weather permitting)
First come, first served vendor spaces
Early arrival encouraged
Rain plan to be announced if needed

✨ Come read. Come listen. Come share. Come belong.

Let’s celebrate brave voices and beautiful stories—together.

Hosted by 724 Press Collective in partnership with the Texana Café