I hear the train a comin'. It's rolling round the bend. On Saturday, June 13th, Hermann Park Conservancy rolled out the green carpet for its Young Friends group - the aptly named Urban Green. Celebrating the restoration of Kinder Station and the Hermann Park Railroad, Urban Green guests were entertained with a progressive train ride through Hermann Park's 440-acre park with three themed stations along the route.

Upon arrival at the event's beginning locale - the newly-renovated Kinder Station - the incredibly elegant attendees sipped on pre-board drinks. (I started with champagne, as usual.) All aboard!

The first stop along the Orient Express was Hong Kong followed by Istanbul and ending in Paris. Here's the lowdown on the treats: Singapore Slings and eggrolls in Hong Kong; Bombay Sapphire concoctions and hummus (plus a belly dancer) in Istanbul; and wine and pastries in Paris. Delicious and inebriating. Big Smiles.

At the end of this 2-hour whirlwind world tour, Urban Green guests partied on the plaza and enjoyed the 713 sunset.

Be sure to check the RSVP713 calendar so you can RSVP for the next Urban Green event! Also, check out Hermann Park Conservancy's many attractions: the Houston Zoo, the Houston Museum of Natural Science, Miller Outdoor Theatre, the Houston Garden Center, and the Hermann Park Golf Center.