From the organizer: John Paul Landing Environmental Education CentersDiscovery Daysclasses are available for through the summer. EnjoySing 2for a movie on the lawn presented by Community Preschools with free popcorn and lawn games. This year, the Arboretum is partnering with Houston Audubon and the Houston Parks & Recreation Department (HPARD) to offer even more native plants than in past years. In order to follow social distancing guidelines, the auditorium can only accommodate 14 families (with no more than 6 people per family). A complete list is available on the arboretum's website. Learn through play: countries, foods, sports and things that go! Or you may post as a guest. Guests are encouraged to arrive early for best selection. Goats are gobbling up the Houston Arboretum. We plan to have a free Kid Zone with bounce house and slideas well as twogiant Jengas, two Regulation Cornhole courts and two Giant Connect 4 games.
The activities are badge-inspired, STEM-based and all about space!
20 from 9 a.m. 4 p.m., the largest one to date. All purchases are a donation to a nonprofit and nonrefundable for any reason.
Activities: VFW Military SaluteStrolling entertainmentFood TrucksVendor and Sponsor BoothsGiveawaysInflatables Event Information: For health and safety reasons, pets are not allowed at this event, with the exception of service animals.
Dedicated to Giving Moms The Gift of Time. Held eight times a year on Saturday evenings in the historic district, ArtWalk is a self-guided walking tour of downtown art galleries, studios, and exhibition spaces both commercial and non-profit, along with alternative art venues such as cafes and shops featuring refreshments and a chance to meet regional artists and collectors.
From the organizer: Water Works at Woodchase Park | Stay cool with water fun. She loves quirky characters and stories that combine adventure and humanity.
LOCATION & INFORMATION. Please note that masks are currently optional in Precinct 4 facilities. Encounter real specimens and artifacts from the museum collection in an intimate, educational atmosphere. There will be limited on-site parking available.
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Limited carts will be available to transport plants at the sale. From the organizer: On the third Saturday of each month, March through November andSelect Sundays, the members of Houston Area Live Steamers offer FREE rides to the public on our track. Each timeslot can accommodate 16 families (with no more than 6 people per family). November 12 @ 4:00 pm - November 13 @ 8:00 pm (online sale), General Public: 8 a.m. 4 p.m. (or until sold out). . CAMELLIA PLANT SALE A budding gardener finds her footing. In the spirit of Earth Day, visitors are encouraged to carpool, use a ride-share program (like Uber or Lyft), or ride their bikes to the event. Check out the 'More Information' tab to see the craft of the month. More information Come for a night of family fun at the Center complete with themed paper and food crafts, a brief guided nature walk in the park, and an engaging, interactive presentation by Head Naturalist Eric Duran with live animals and specimens. From the organizer: Join us at our annual Freedom Festival at Katy Heritage Park. If you are an Arboretum member, or become one that day, the first beer is free. Additional Info:Tickets are first come first serve and will be available starting one hour before the program. Select Summer Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:00 pm Jun 15 Creepy Crawlies (Invertebrates)Jul 13 Slithers & Scales (Reptiles)Aug 3 Fantastic Frogs Cost: $12 per person ages 3+(including adults). Food and glow trinkets will be available for purchase.
Members receive discounts on all plant sale purchases! Festivities will kick-off in style Friday night with the inaugural Comicpalooza Houston Launch Night. Activities, movie, food and more. All craft supplies are included as a part of this free program. The information is presented at a students level using activities or experiments.
We have specially designed cars for the young and the young at heart who enjoy, From the organizer: Third Saturdays | 1:00 4:00 PM Sail into Summer at HMC Family Days, on the third Saturday of each month. There will be a small pull-in area to load plant purchases. A Proud Member of The Local Moms Network.
Attractbutterflies, bees, and other pollinators to your yard or garden while helping to conserve water, reduce mowing, protect the soil, and save money on fertilizer and pesticides. Each month, a teaching artist demonstrates a craft related to the current exhibitions.
Classes will be held on select Thursdays. Come experience Space Center Houstons Cub Scout Overnight activities. Limited carts will be available to transport plants at the sale. Once the 14 family slots are filled, we will start a waitlist.
Using native plants in your yard is beneficial for a variety of reasons: They're lower maintenance, save you money and create habitat for a host of native wildlife including songbirds, butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. Limit 200 tickets per session.
From the organizer: This program offers preschoolers and early elementary school children a chance to explore their creativity with and curiosity about natural objects using messy play! So who knows? Shoppers are asked to park along the 610 Parking Loop and then walk over to the sale. There will be a limited number of wagons available for use. Stay up to date with all the latest events and activities in Houston by bookmarking ourThings to do in Houston This Week, And to get these updates directly delivered to your feed, give us a follow onFacebook, 20 Best Road Trips from Houston Texas Road Trip Destinations, 35 Date Night Ideas In Houston: Best Romantic Things To Do For Couples. Junes Famiy Movie night, sponsored by Texas Childrens Hospital, begins at 8:30 pm. Pearland's Celebration of Freedom Celebrate the country's birthday! A map can be found athoustonarboretum.org/events/spring-plant-sale-2019/. From the organizer: Kleb Woods Nature CentersDiscovery Daysclasses are available for through the summer. *Ages 4 and under not permitted on the pontoon boat. From the organizer: Storytime with Houston Public Library at Woodchase Park | Underneath the pavilion. Join the British International School of Houston on the third Friday of every month from March - October with fun craft activities and games - don't miss out on the big parachute! From the organizer: Family Nature Nights combine crafts with guided nature walks and live animal presentations perfect for the whole family! A variety of Texas natives will be featured, including perennial and annual wildflowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees. The show will feature cake samples, dcor, flowers, 13 fashion shows, multiple Instagram walls for selfies, speaker presentations on the latest, From the organizer: Space Center Houston Cub Scout Overnight Experiences is excited to welcome back Scouts. This site participates in sponsored posts and affiliate programs, which provide a small commission if you through our links.
LOCATION & DETAILS, From the organizer: Join Bayou City Ballet for beginner ballet. Rolling right into the weekend, fans will have plenty to do with cultivated programming covering an array. Feel free to bring your own blankets or chairs. Bring your own cart if you have one! From the organizer: Join us at our annual Freedom Parade at Katy Heritage Park. All flowers, trees, and shrubs were either grown by a participating organization or sourced from local growers. Admission to the Fall Plant Sale is free; all are welcome. 5001 Bissonnet, Suite 100 | Bellaire, TX 77401 | Phone: 713.668.4157 | Fax: 713.665.2940. Time: Boat departs 30 minutes before sunset Departure location: 1019 Commerce Street, Houston, TX 77002 (at Main Street), go down the cascading stairs (on your left of the 3-story brown brick building). A full list of plants will be available online the week before the sale (houstonarboretum.org/events/spring-plant-sale-2019/). Wild Art Wednesday are Wednesdays, June 8 - July 27th, 2-4pm. Absolutely everything to do with dogs and the people who love them will be happening at the Houston World Series of Dog Shows.
Now showing: Mulan. You can revoke your consent to receive emails at any time by using the SafeUnsubscribe link, found at the bottom of every email. Mark your calendars for the popular Spring Plant Sale at the Houston Arboretum. She is a graduate of the S.I. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Arboretum has shifted its sale online. In 1914 with the opening of the Houston Ship Channel and the modern Port of Houston, the section of Buffalo Bayou from the ports turning basin to the foot of Main Street (now known as Allens Landing) was called the upper channel. This program is for families of all shapes and sizes!
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From the organizer: Each year we invite the community to celebrate National Park & Recreation Month with us! From the organizer: Join CityWest Church for games, music, and fun kids activities in the plaza before Sunday Night Live!
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Reservations Required. We will have live music from 6pm to 9pm and will end the evening with a spectacular laser. 10 Fun things to do in Houston this week of July 18, 2022 include Blanket Bingo, Bridal Extravaganza, The Sound of Music with A.D. Players and more! Your weekly guide to Houston arts & entertainment. These plants are perfect for attracting butterflies, bees and other pollinators to your yard or garden while helping to conserve water, reduce mowing, protect the soil and save money on fertilizer and pesticides. HOUSTON,(April 5, 2019) The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center will host its annual Spring Native Plant Sale Apr. check with the venue or organization to ensure an event is taking place as Top 12 things to do in Houston with kids this weekend of July 22, 2022 include Water Play at Kinder Lake: Kayaks, Summer sessions Karaoke at Traders Village, & more! Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University. Top 10 Things to do in Galveston this weekend of July 15, 2022 include Galveston Harbor Sunset Cruise, Sing along Sundays, and more! 1 and Saturday, Apr. *Movie starts at 8:30 p.m. Friday, July 8 at 7 p.m. *Movie starts at 8:30 p.m. Friday, June 17 at 7 p.m.
Some of the plants offered this year include Green Milkweed, Oakleaf Hydrangea, Blue Mistflower, Frogfruit, Loblolly Pine, Spotted Beebalm, Little Bluestem, and American Beautyberry. Woman, Spirit of the Universe Sculpture Exhibit. Materials are provided. Houston Homeschool Classes, Events, & Activities, Find a Houston Homeschool Co-op or Group near You, The Best Houston Spring Break Camps for Kids, The Best Sleep Away Camp for Houston Families, Toddlers & Preschoolers of Houston: Ongoing Weekly Events & Activities. Attendance is $5 per child. MORE ON HOUSTONCHRONICLE.COM: Is this a flower or a weed? It's sure to start your Friday off right! Certified Tai Chi instructors come from Four Dragons Tai Chi. Stay up-to-date with what is happening in-and-around West University Tx with local events, community highlights, and exclusive deals. Come experience Space, From the organizer: About Guests will enjoy an amazing view of the bats dusk emergence from Waugh Drive Bridge. No matter where you are in your homeschool journey, you belong at the Summer Summit! From the organizer: Note that boat tours depart promptly each half-hour.
We encourage parents to bring their children aboard and experience family-learning and quality time at a reduced cost. EnjoyThe Lion Kingfor a movie on the lawn presented by Harris County Precinct 4 with free popcorn and lawn games. They will be performing "Riviera Holiday" about a Jazz Age vacation.
Please note that masks are currently optional in Precinct 4 facilities. For six years, our homeschool conventions have been a blessing to new homeschoolers, seasoned homeschoolers, and those who are just thinking about homeschooling. From the organizer: Movie Night at Woodchase Park Friday, June 10 at 7 p.m. Discover one of the most famous prehistoric animals!
Sign up for FREE and keep up-to-date with all the best events, discounts, and deals in Houston! Earth Science on Wheels: Dinosaur Discovery (5/29) What was a dinosaur, and what was it like to be one? LOCATION & DETAILS. We will soon be publishing details of game challenges so start putting your teams together. Enjoy water misters, bubbles, splash balls, beach balls, and other water toys. Ghost towns in Texas: 10 abandoned places for a fun road trip from Houston, Texas swimming holes hear Houston 10 watering holes for a fun swim this summer. As usual, the Plant Sale will include native grasses, flowers (including milkweed), shrubs and trees perfect for your yard or garden.
Check back for a full plant list as the sale approaches. The Plant Sale will be located just inside the Arboretums 610 Entrance gate on the south side of the entrance road. Note: The Plant Sale will be located just inside the Arboretums 610 Entrance gate on the south side of the entrance road. 2 offersplants and flowers that can attract bees, butterflies and birds to your garden. From the organizer: Sit back, relax, and enjoy watching a movie that's fun for the whole family! Winter Festivals, Christmas Events, Lights, and More! Traveling Exhibit at The Woodlands Childrens Museum, Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts Wild Art Wednesday, Bank of America Museums on Us Free Weekend, July 4th Family Games Festival & Laser Show at Town Center Park, Storytime with Houston Public Library at Woodchase Park, Kleb Woods Nature Center | A Closer Look at Nature Series, Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum Family Day, Space Center Houston | Girl Scout Overnight, Sneak-a-Peek (summer pre-k classes) at NDC, Houston Area Live Steamers | Free Train Rides at Zube Park, Family Day at the Houston Maritime Center, Age of Exploration Summer Camp at the Houston Maritime Center, Space Center Houston | Overnight Experiences for Cub Scouts, HMNS at Levy Park | Dinosaurs, Invertebrates, & Ocean Life, Arrive early for your best chance at getting your desired plants, Become a Member for discounts on Plant Sale purchases, Enter via the 610 Entrance and park along the parking loop for easy access to the Plant Sale. Very few Houstonians today get to experience the upper channel by boat which has a very different environment from that of the bayou west of downtown.
Classes will be held on select Thursdays. A budding gardener finds her footing. National Ice Cream Day 2022 Deals in Houston: Verified Specials and Freebies. From the organizer: Celebrate the 4th of July at Heritage Place.
Past years' celebrations have featured nature, movie nights, fitness, music and of course, fun! Find more Summer Movies!
From the organizer: Join us for the annual July 4th celebration which this year is on a Monday starting at 3pm and ending at 9pm.We will be providing a variety of family-focused games and entertainment. From the organizer: Parachute Play Time is back! Preregistration is required, From the organizer: Ages:Families Description:A special ballet performance by the Houston Repertoire Ballet and the Ballet Center of Houston! Performances are free and held rain or shine! The rides are about one mile in length and last 12-15 minutes. this red, white and blue celebration is just what you'd expect from small town Texas!
At the Houston Arboretum's winter plant sale, you can find more than 100 Houston-area native species that can enrich your landscape, beautify your yard, and simplify your life. This program supports HCCCs mission to advance education about the process, product, and history of craft. Plants for sale will include Indigo, Redbud, Rattlesnake Master, Oakleaf Hydrangea, Prairie Blazing Star and Mexican Plumb, among others. These 30-minute boat rides are a great way to spend the evening with your family. Admission is $8 per adult and $5 per child 12 and under.
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