MCMLS Central Library in Conroe announces new public hours

The Montgomery County Memorial System Central Library in Conroe will have new public hours beginning October 21, 2024. The hours affect closing times Monday through Thursday and Saturday hours.

The Pavilion Donates 102 Arts Books to Celebrate Namesake's Birthday

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion is excited to announce the purchase and donation of one hundred and two arts-related books in celebration of its namesake’s birthday. Cynthia Woods Mitchell would have celebrated her 102nd birthday on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.

Dress to impress this fall! Here are 11 trendy picks from our Editors!

Fall is here, and you need a new wardrobe! When you step out this season, you’ll want to be dressed to impressed, because life is TOO SHORT to be mediocre. Jazz up the wardrobe with these fabulous finds that are hand-picked for our readers (affiliate links below!):

Classic Christmas coming to Houston's Memorial City Mall

Step into a world of Real Holiday Magic at Coca-Cola's Classic Christmas, coming to Houston's Memorial City Mall November 16-December 29, 2024. Tickets are now on sale. Crafted by the creators of the renowned World's Largest Christmas Light Maze, Enchant Christmas, this immersive holiday celebration promises to create unforgettable moments of togetherness and joy at this beloved time of year.

Hey Homeschoolers - Check out these upcoming "Homeschool Days"

Homeschool Day is coming up at Galveston’s Pleasure Pier, Houston’s Downtown Aquarium, George Ranch Historical Park, Moody Gardens, and Space Center Houston!

It’s a blessing to be able to leave the house and have fun with other local homeschoolers. And you don’t have to be part of an organized homeschool group or co-op to take advantage of many of the opportunities available throughout the Greater Houston area. Take these upcoming Homeschool Days, for example. All you do is register and show...

Get these 10 Delightful Picture Books that Celebrate Fall

One of the thrills of the autumn season is cozing up to enjoy fun books. Here are our Editor's Picks of 10 great reads for your child this season! (Affiliate links below for ease in shopping.) 

Do these things to kickstart the fall season

You've waited all this time for the official season that promises cooler weather, fun activities, and cozy mornings. Now that it's here (Sunday, Sept. 22), how are you planning to make a ruckus about it? The change in season is always worthy of celebration, especially when you have an eager child at home who loves soaking up new ideas and traditions.

Below are a handful of activities you can do the first week of fall to kicktart this beautiful, carefree time...

Exclusive! Your 2024 Guide to Fall in The Woodlands

Fall festivals, trick-or-treating, pumpkin patches, and more! Here's your guide to the best that The Woodlands has to offer during the fall! Check often, as more listings are added weekly. Have a fun autumn season with your family!

City Place October programming highlights: Water Lantern Festival, new art installation, more

Fall fun arrives at north Houston’s City Place in October, where an exciting lineup of family-friendly activities will take place on and around the community’s central Plaza at 1250 Lake Plaza Drive – Spring, TX 77389.

Water Lantern Festival makes its sparkling seasonal return to City Place on October 5 from 4:30-8:30 pm. A community favorite, the event showcases food trucks, live music and the opportunity for attendees to design and send off their own LED candle-lit lanterns...

Pirate 'n Mermaid Day at The Woodlands Children’s Museum, Sept. 21, 2024

Ahoy Mateys! Set sail for an adventure on Pirate 'n Mermaid Day, Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 10:00am until 2:00pm. During this event that celebrates the magical world of pirates and mermaids, The Woodlands Children's Museum exhibits will be open for play, including The Muse art bar where children can create a unique pirate hat or mermaid mask. In the Light Lab, children can engage in hands-on opportunities that explore color and shape recognition through sorting and matching of nautical...

The Woodlands 2024 Fall Action Guide

The Woodlands Fall 2024 Action Guide is now live! If you're looking for extracurricular activities for you or your child this season, the fall guide is one of the places you should definitely check first. Along with special Halloween/ autumn / race events & news, there are classes, swim programs, adult athletics, campouts, and SO MUCH MORE featured in this 36-page resource!

Your Teens & Tweens will love these cute and effective pimple patches

Woweee! Where were these cute pimple patches when I was an adolescent? As a youngster, when I needed a quick zit removal, I used a big glob of toothpaste, which also meant I wasn't going anywhere in public for the next 12 hours.  

Well, times have surely changed, and turns out there's a smarter way to gain clearer-looking skin! These grace & stella Pimple Patches are almost too cute to be true, and I dare say they...

Dragon Boat Races return to The Woodlands, September 26-28

For the 25th year, Dragon Boat races return to The Woodlands! The YMCA is proud to announce that Repsol is returning as the presenting sponsor, a partnership that began in 2015. 

"As a multi-energy company committed to empowering our communities, we are proud to sponsor the 2024 Dragon Boat event in partnership with the YMCA. This initiative not only strengthens community bonds but also aligns with our values of supporting wellness, teamwork, and social responsibility. Together, we're rowing towards a brighter...

My EXQUISITE trip to Latin America... right here in The Woodlands!

I'm still sooo amazingly full and satisfied from the dinner + retreat I had three days ago!

I say "retreat," because that's what the eclectic dining experience at Costa Fina Latin Coastal Kitchen feels like. Frankly, it’s what it looks like, too. Get a taste of this:

SCENE FIT FOR A QUEEN

The evening began with a gorgeous, flawlessly designed setting, an exotic, well-thought-out menu of delicious scratch-made food (flavors inspired by Argentina, Mexico, Venezuela, and other Latin American...

The Pavilion and Woodlands Symphony Once Upon a Symphony, September 18, 2024

Guests are invited to join in for an enchanting adventure with The Cynthia Woodlands Pavilion and Woodlands Symphony Orchestra at Once Upon a Symphony Wednesday, September 18, 2024. This family-friendly concert will be packed with stories that have inspired generations, including classical and popular music selections from Sleeping Beauty, The Chronicles of Narnia, Disney’s Tangled, Lord of the Rings, The Wizard of Oz and more. Tickets are not required for this completely free event and gates open at 6:30 p.m...

Game Show Battle Rooms Brings the Ultimate Game Show Experience to Shenandoah

Game Show Battle Rooms, the innovative entertainment destination that combines the thrill of live game shows with interactive fun, is excited to announce its official opening in Shenandoah’s Metropark Square. This exciting venue promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for guests of all ages. Located at 8980 Metropark Drive, Game Show Battle Rooms offers a unique entertainment experience where participants can step into the spotlight and compete in their favorite game show formats. From classic survey challenges to high-energy physical...

From The Woodlands to Austin, TX - Family-Friendly road trip for September

The hot, sunny days are drawing to a close, making way for a cool and fresh autumn, the perfect recipe for an exciting road trip to Austin, the Capitol of Texas. But wait.. “What's in Austin?” you might be asking. In 3 words, ALL THE THINGS. From performing arts to museums and more, it's easy to keep yourself and your family occupied in this beautiful city that prides itself at being kinda quirky and "weird".

MCMLS Gets New Truck for Improved Services

The Montgomery County Memorial Library has a new truck to help them deliver items from branch to branch. The 2024 Chevrolet box truck is a much needed replacement vehicle purchased with this year’s County budget funds.

Calling all Fathers and Sons!

The grind only stops if you do! In today’s world, you have to be exceptionally intentional to carve out time for the people you love most, and in the chaos of everyday life, it’s easy to let those meaningful moments slip away. That’s why Camp Cho-yeh is thrilled to invite you to join in for their 2024 Father Son Weekend! This isn’t just another event—it’s a crucial opportunity to step away, focus on what truly matters, and invest in the relationship...

Get Ready for a “Barnyard Bash” at Children’s Festival, November 9-10, 2024

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion is transforming into a giant playground for the annual Children’s Festival presented by Texas Children’s Hospital—The Woodlands and the whole family is invited to come have some fun down on the farm! Tickets are now on sale for this year’s “Barnyard Bash” festival which will take place on Saturday, November 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, November 10 from Noon to 5 p.m. Admission is $10 per person and includes all performances...

20 Ways to Practice Wellness in The Woodlands

It’s that time again! (“Umm, what time again?” you’re probably wondering.) Well, aside from being the first week of September, it’s that time when most of our lovely green trees start pretending to turn red and orange, when the weather is no longer threatening to hit triple digits (knock on wood), and when you’re finally starting to regret not sticking through with your healthful eating plan that you made at the beginning of the year (or...

Our Editors found these Labor Day Deals for new mommies

Woodlands mommies love a good shopping weekend, and Labor Day is no exception. But be careful! Everything that LOOKS like a great deal isn't. Rather than try to post all the might-be-a-good-deal-but-probably-not-deals, we focused on a few Amazon favorites that are well-priced for new moms and moms-to-be. Happy Shopping!

Sign Up for Camp Cho-Yeh’s Mother Daughter Weekend!

Hey, Woodlands moms! I’m so excited to share that my daughter and I will be heading to Camp Cho-Yeh this fall for their Mother Daughter Weekend—and I’d love for you and your daughters to come too! This weekend is all about creating special memories, enjoying the beautiful outdoors, and spending some quality time together. I can’t wait to experience all the fun and connection that Camp Cho-Yeh has to offer, and I know it’s going to be a blast.

Bricks & Minifigs - Now serving The Woodlands, plus there's a party room!

Did you know there are over 400 billion LEGO bricks in the world? And every day another 125 million bricks are made! What do we do when our kids outgrow them, lose interest, or perhaps simply want to add to their collection?

I found the answer, and it’s right here in The Woodlands. Bricks & Minifigs, BAM for short - is now open serving communities in North Houston. (Although, at the Grand Opening there was at least one...

Dress your child to Impress with these 4 local spots for the cutest kids clothes!

They’re kids only once, and pretty soon they might be rejecting all your fashion choices, I’m sorry to tell you. For now, though, you have your own ideas about how they should dress, and "cutie patootie" is the name of the game!

Lucky you! The Woodlands area has several options for cute, fashionable, and high-quality kids clothing, shoes, and other boutique items. Here are 3 of our favorites:

Market Street Announces Fall 2024 Concert Series

Live music at Market Street is back as the Fall Concert Series lineup features artists performing Top 40, jazz, Latin, cover favorites and more, every Thursday, September 19 through October 24 from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Market Street’s 2024 Fall Concert Series is always free and open to the public. Guests are invited to bring blankets and lawn chairs and sit back, relax, and enjoy the performances.

Fall 2024 Concert in the Park series at Northshore Park

The Woodlands Township proudly presents the Fall 2024 Concert In The Park series this fall, brought to you by The Woodlands Township Parks and Recreation. Concerts are free and held at beautiful Northshore Park (2505 Lake Woodlands Drive).

Bring your family and friends on Sundays from 5:30pm - 7:30pm for a popular tradition of music and fun! This concert series includes five artists covering various genres:

15 Books to Read for Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month is Sepember 15 - October 15 each year, and what better way to celebrate Hispanic culture and the contributions of Hispanics to our country by soaking up literature? The beautiful picture books suggested here are bursting with colors and are fun picks for reading aloud to your kids. The Latino community has been on the rise in The Woodlands for many years, and knowledge about their cultures - as well as all cultures -...

Here's how we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month is the period of time from September 15 to October 15 for recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements in the United States. I love celebrating this month with my family, because when I was growing up, I thought "Hispanic" meant "you’re from Mexico." I knew very little about Puerto Rico, Chile, the Dominican Republic, Colombia. Argentina, and a lot of the other modern Hispanic counties and cultures. So the kids and I...

WoodlandsMommy Editor's Tips for fixing your child's sleep environment

Well okay, you've read the bedtime stories and have dressed your child in his most comfortable PJ's. (You might have even slipped him a melatonin gummy after his bath, and rubbed his temples with lavender essential oils.) But what about optimizing his sleep environment?

All The MANY ways to save at the 2024 State Fair of Texas

You don’t want to drive all the way from The Woodlands to Dallas and then pay FULL PRICE to experience the State Fair of Texas. That’s why we’ve rounded up all the ways you can save during your visit to the Most Texan Place On Earth this fall!

The Texas State Fair runs September 27, 2024 – October 20, 2024 and takes place in Fair Park in Dallas, TX, a mere 2 hours and 51 minutes from The Woodlands Mall. More...

Young Makers prepare to sell their artwork at Market Street, September 7, 2024

On Saturday, August 17, 2024, fifty young artists from The Woodlands and greater Montgomery County gathered at The Jett Center to prepare for the first-ever Young Makers Market produced by The Woodlands Arts Council (TWAC) and planned for September 7, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Market Street The Woodlands (please note rain date: September 14, 2024).

The Pavilion and Woodlands Symphony Once Upon a Symphony September 18

Guests are invited to join in for an enchanting adventure with The Cynthia Woodlands Pavilion and Woodlands Symphony Orchestra at Once Upon a Symphony Wednesday, September 18, 2024. This family-friendly concert will be packed with stories that have inspired generations, including classical and popular music selections from Sleeping Beauty, The Chronicles of Narnia, Disney’s Tangled, Lord of the Rings, The Wizard of Oz and more. Tickets are not required for this completely free event and gates open at 6:30 p.m...

The Newly-Imagined National Tour of Peter Pan, October 1-6 in Houston

Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center is proud to present the all-new production of the Tony Award-winning Broadway classic, PETER PAN. The Houston premiere will play a limited one-week engagement from October 1-6, 2024. Tickets start at $40. Available online at www.TheHobbyCenter.org or www.BroadwayAtTheHobbyCenter.com, and in person at the Hobby Center Box Office (800 Bagby, Houston, TX 77002).

The Woodlands Symphony Orchestra returns to The Pavilion, September 18

The Woodlands Symphony Orchestra (WSO) will open its eleventh season on the main stage of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion with a performance of “Once Upon a Symphony.” Gates open at 6:30 p.m. for this free concert (no tickets required), and the show begins at 7:30 p.m.

“We are honored to return to The Woodlands Pavilion Main Stage to open our ‘Storybook Season,’” said WSO Artistic Director Darryl Bayer. “Fairy tales are not just stories for children; they are an inspiration...

Easy ways to celebrate Labor Day with your family - 2024

Hurray for the three-day weekend! Labor Day is coming up on Monday, September 2, and we can't wait! In case you usually forget about this national holiday, it's always the first Monday of September, and in many ways it signifies the end of summer break (though summer won't officially be over until September 22.

You're invited to Labor Day in The Woodlands

The Woodlands Township invites residents to celebrate Labor Day weekend on Sunday, September 1, 2024, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Waterway Square, 31 Waterway Square Place. This free event offers live music, children’s activities, strolling entertainment, pie eating contests, and fireworks.

Quickly refresh your home for the new season with these tips

School is back in session, the fall season is swiftly approaching, and it's time to give your home a refresh! But how?

Your home is an expression of you, your personality, and your lifestyle. When it comes to personalizing your home’s aesthetic, try leaning into your senses to inspire change within your space. Inspiration can be found everywhere around you – from taking cues from Mother Nature to “shopping” your own house or, with a little help from Air Wick, finding...

Ride Share from The Woodlands - (Newbies, learn how to take an Uber!)

Not long ago, I took an Uber for the first time, and in case you’ve never taken one but are curious about the process, here’s the skinny! My husband travels often for work, and he has only used Lyft, so Uber was a new experience for us.

The night before my ride, I downloaded the Uber app on my iPhone and set it to utilize my location. Then I typed in my destination and the ride costs...

Top 7 Back-To-School Tips for Moms

Kids aren't the only ones who struggle with the back-to-school transition. Adjusting to a child's back-to-school routine and related events can be stressful and taxing for parents as well. Below are some tips to help you overcome the back-to-school blues.

12 Back to School Gifts for Kids (that you still have time to get!)

It's the beginning of the school year! They've got the brand new kicks, the new fits, and all the school supplies from the list. Oh, and fresh haircuts for the boys and curls for the girls, of course! Now what? All that's left is for you, mom, to find them the perfect gift for back to school.

If BTS gift-giving isn't already a thing that you do every August, here are 3 reasons to begin the tradition this year:

21 Back-To-School Movies that The Whole Family Will Enjoy

The dog days of summer are coming to an end, and chances are your family vacations, summer camps, and other activities have already winded down. Now comes the end-of-the-summer lull, or as some would call it, the calm before the storm. If you're sitting at home trying to figure out how to keep these last couple of weeks interesting for everyone, here are 21 back-to-school movies we recommend watching together as a family before the school bell rings.

Save On Clothes & School Supplies Aug. 9-11 During Tax-Free Weekend

Whether you're in need of book bags, blackboard chalk or bell-bottom pants, Texas Comptroller's office wants to remind shoppers they save money on those and certain other items during the state's sales tax holiday. This year, the sales tax holiday is scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 9-11, 2024.

The law exempts most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks priced below $100 from sales tax, saving shoppers about $8 on every $100 they spend during the weekend.

Woodforest Charity Run - September 21 in Conroe

Woodforest National Bank® will host the 14th Annual Woodforest Bank Charity Run at Heritage Park in downtown Conroe on Saturday, September 21, 2024. This year's race will include a 10K run/walk sponsored by Insperity Invitational and a 5K run/walk sponsored by Convergint.

23 Encouraging & Fun Books to get your child excited for Kindergarten

Hurray for your family on a successful season! Summer vacation is just about over, but excitement is still in the air! Unfortunately, so is nervousness, separation anxiety, and tons of questions for your little one who's going off to Kindergarten this fall.

The experts say that one of the most successful ways to approach this big milestone and help ease the first day jitters is to read picture books -- specially ones that tell about all the fun things the BIG...

City Place debuts new art installation, “Invisible Music”

North Houston’s dynamic lifestyle hub City Place officially unveiled its newest public art installation, Invisible Music, which utilizes repurposed brass instruments to orchestrate a symphonic meditation on nature in picturesque City Place Park.The installation is free of charge and open to the public from 7am – 10pm daily through September 15.

Sensory-Friendly Days and $5 admission at the State Fair of Texas this October!!

For the sixth year, the State Fair of Texas is offering Sensory Friendly Mornings at the Fair every Wednesday – October 2, 9, and 16, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Providing a family-friendly environment is at the core of the State Fair mission. Therefore, the Fair is excited to bring back Sensory Friendly Mornings for a sixth year. The Fair collaborated with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) and other local organizations to devise ways to...

This is what happens with Woodlands families sit down together for meals

According to the U.S. Surgeon General, Americans face a lack of social connection that poses a significant risk to individual health and longevity. “Loneliness and social isolation increase the risk for premature death by 26% and 29%, respectively. More broadly, lacking social connection can increase the risk for premature death as much as smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day,” per the report.

One way to address this epidemic of loneliness is by sharing a meal with friends...

30 Indoor, Non-Screen Activities for Older Kids To Enjoy

Are you too busy or too uninspired to occupy the kids, but you’re tired of seeing them on their electronic devices? I got you! Choose from these activities that your child can do independently this summer.

LEGO Lovers, get ready!! Bricks & Minifigs opens in The Woodlands on August 3!

Have you heard the news about the latest attraction coming to our area? Bricks & Minifigs® (BAM) is the largest franchised toy store of its kind specializing in the buying, selling and trading of new and used LEGO® sets, bulk bricks, and minifigures (“minifigs”). The store will be located at 385A Sawdust Road and is the first store opened by franchisees Abe & Jessica Hughes, residents of Shenandoah.

Batman (1989) with Houston Symphony Concert at The Pavilion July 26

Experience the caped crusader like never before at Batman 1989 in Concert featuring the Houston Symphony Friday, July 26, 2024, at 8 p.m. Watch Batman unravel the mysteries of Gotham City as the Houston Symphony Orchestra performs the movie’s Grammy-nominated original score by Danny Elfman live on the Main Stage. Tickets are not required for this completely free event and gates open at 7 p.m. with a plethora of pre-show activities.

Grogan's Mill Village Center to undergo transformative redevelopment in The Woodlands

Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. and Montgomery County Commissioner James Noack announced construction will begin today on the revitalization of Grogan’s Mill Village Center. Originally developed in 1974 as the first village center in The Woodlands®, this project will breathe new life into a beloved community hub and feature a state-of-the-art library, community center, and 32,000 square feet of modern retail space.

Boom! Wham! And Ka-Pow! July 27 Superhero Day with CARS Characters at TWCM

On Saturday, July 27, The Woodlands Children’s Museum invites guests to come dressed in their favorite superhero attire, create a super art project and pose for photos with superheroes and characters from the CARS movie.

“Spider-Man said with great power comes great responsibility! On this day, we encourage children to find their inner superhero and better their community with everyday acts of kindness,” stated Angela Colton, the museum’s Executive Director.

Save the day with tender, buttery Pecan Shortbread Cookies!

Delicious! If you’re looking for an easy recipe that doesn’t include eggs, you’re in luck! Shortbread cookies are an easy, not-too-sweet favorite, and you probably already have the ingredients in your pantry. They taste just as good in the summertime as they do during the Christmas season.

Whenever I think of these Scottish cookies, I think of how I used to love the Girl Scout shortbreads! The cookie yielded from this recipe is even better than those. They’re buttery, not too...

MMM!! Get Sipping at these 9 Boba Tea Shops in The Woodlands!

STOP! Wait a minute. Fill my cup… put some boba in it!

Alright alright, I’ll lay off the singing, but boba tea shops are becoming a BIG DEAL in The Woodlands, and my taste buds are here for it! Many moons ago when my husband and I were just dating, he introduced me to a modern, trendy, boba tea shop located in midtown Houston. I remember liking the idea of a stylish place for yuppies to bring their laptops to get...

"Hot Nights, Cool Grooves" in City Place

A new, complimentary summer concert experience, "Hot Nights, Cool Grooves,: will take center stage at City Place on Saturday evenings – July 6, 13, 20 and 27 – from 6-9:30 pm. Guests will enjoy a picturesque setting overlooking waterfront City Place Park and a lively showcase of popular regional musical artists from a variety of genres.