Women are invited to dedicate a day for themselves to gain wisdom, knowledge, and insight at the 2021 WISE Conference.

Set for Wednesday, September 29 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Sts. Simon and Jude Catholic Parish Event Center located at 26777 Glen Loch Drive in The Woodlands, TX, the in-person conference is designed to enrich attendees for personal and professional development.

WISE (Women Inspiring and Supporting Entrepreneurs) was founded in 2012 by Kiki Koymarianos and Carol Gooch who shared a vision to inspire, support and educate women through educational and motivational seminars for professional and personal development.

The mission of the WISE, which is a 503© organization, is focused on fundraising for local non-profit organizations in the community, and empowering women with knowledge. The events bring businesswomen together to inspire, support and empower each other while giving back to those in need.

The WISE Conference is hosted by the Montgomery County Association of Business Women (MCABW) and Women on a Mission to Earn Commission (WOAMTEC). This year’s theme is “Empowering Women With Knowledge” and more than 300 guests are expected to attend.

The in-person conference will feature emcee Michelle Merher, a former FOX 26 news anchor and traffic reporter, who is now staying home with her three young children.

The keynote speaker is Melissa Wilson, the award-winning anchor for FOX 26 Morning News.

Breakout session speakers include:

• Certified financial planner Natallia Ornelas, who will present the topic “Sustaining and Maintaining Your Business Through a Pandemic or Other Major Disruption”

• Dr. Ashley Prince of Prince Health and Wellness will present “COVID Strong Health Strategies for Winning After a Pandemic”

Guest speakers include:

• Kristina Perez will discuss “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – Strategies for the Work Place”

• Mary Jo Rapini will discuss “The Practice of Self-Care Is Not an Option; It’s a Necessity”

As a new twist this year, ticket holders will also enjoy access to a weekly series of four informative virtual speakers four weeks before the event. The line-up of virtual speakers includes:

“Living Healthy during a Pandemic: The Hidden Danger of Toxins”
September 2 at 1 p.m.
Dr. Ashley Prince – Prince Health & Wellness

“Get Dressed and Go Out, or Jump Online”
September 9 from 10 – 11 a.m.
Heidi Furlong – Heidi Furlong Lasting Style, Independent Cabi Stylist

“Leading After the Pandemic: Holding on While Letting Go”
September 16 from 10 – 11 a.m.
Dr. Cecelia Martin – International speaker, best-selling author, leadership coach, educator, and mentor

“Networking Etiquette For In-Person and Virtual Events”
September 23 from 10 – 11 a.m.
Dawn Candy – I Promote You

For the past eight years, the WISE Conference has attracted women who are working in a corporate environment or with a non-profit, have a home-based business, looking to start their own business or transition into a new career, involved in community leadership, and/or simply like to learn, grow, and be inspired by other women in their community.

Participants at this year’s in-person conference will enjoy perusing informative vendor tables presented by for-profit and non-profit organizations. New to this year’s conference site, the vendors will be able to sell items.

The 2021 WISE Conference Charity of Choice is Angel Reach, a faith-based, nonprofit organization that helps children and youth from the foster care system to achieve their full potential despite the obstacles placed on them by broken families and a broken system. 

Proceeds from sponsorships and ticket sales will fund a $1,500 scholarship to a deserving woman with a desire to further her career through education, expand her business or start a new one, based upon her personal vision and community service. For information about applying by the deadline of August 28, 2021, visit the website at www.thewiseconference.com/scholarship or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

“This year is expected to be our best ever,” said Dawn Candy, founder of I Promote You, WISE board member and event coordinator. “This will be a special day with informative topics and great networking opportunities to all women, no matter where they are in their life and career. We encourage women in our local community to be wise and attend this must-see conference!”

Individual tickets to the 2021 WISE Conference are $69 and include lunch. Sponsorships are available and range from $250 to $7,500. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.thewiseconference.com.

If you’re looking for a place to send off summer, celebrate your right to relaxation, and escape the  9 to 5, look no further than Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe | Houston. They’ve got just what you need to break away from the hustle and rejoice in the freedoms of live music, comfortable lounging, and an exclusive waterpark. There’s no better place to check in and chill out for the Labor Day weekend with family to enjoy a breadth of activities planned for all ages.

Here’s just a sampling of activities and events the resort has in store over the holiday weekend:

• Canvas and Cocktails: Paint the night with a drink in hand! Learn the process of painting with local experts and take home your masterpiece on Friday, Sept. 3, at 6 p.m.  All ages are welcome. To learn more and purchase a ticket, visit here.
• Havana Nights: Transport yourself to Havana on Saturday, Sept. 4, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with a live cigar rolling demo, rum flight from Bartletts Distillery, and an exclusive menu that includes classics like Cuban sandwiches. To learn more and snag your ticket, click here.
• Make Magic Memories: Experience magic as you snap photos of Alex the Mermaid on Saturday, Sept. 4, and Sunday, Sept. 5, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Jolly Mon Water Park.
• Balloon Artist: Take home a pet balloon animal. Josh, the balloon artist, will be twisting balloon art by the waterpark on Saturday, Sept. 4, and Sunday, Sept. 5, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
• Bernhardt Winery Sunday Evening Concert Series: Relax under century-old native pecan trees at Bernhardt Winery just 25 miles down the road from the resort on Sunday, Sept. 5. Enjoy a picnic while you listen to Barracuda | America’s Heart Tribute as part of their Sunday evening concert series. When the evening is over, kick back and enjoy an overnight stay in the all-suite accommodations at Margaritaville Lake Resort. For more details and to book, visit here. 
• Texas Brewery and Winery Tours: Hop aboard the Texas Brewery and Winery Tours bus for a fun and safe experience visiting Lake Conroe’s craft breweries and wineries while supporting local businesses. The tour includes safe transportation to and from all the breweries or wineries listed on the itinerary, two to three beers at each brewery or a glass of wine at each winery, a Texas Brewery or Winery Tour commemorative souvenir, and an entertaining ride all along the way. The tours will run Friday, Sept. 3 through Sunday, Sept. 5 and start and end at LandShark Bar & Grill. For more details, visit here.

Pack your appetite along with your flip-flops because Margaritaville Lake Resort is cooking up a feast all weekend long.

• Labor Day Smoke Out: Come hungry and prepared to partake in the Labor Day Smoke Out at Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe | Houston on Saturday, Sept. 4 and Sunday, Sept. 5 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Palm Court. The menu will feature brisket and other smoked specialties.
• Italian Night Buffet: Take your tastebuds on a trip to the Mediterranean with a variety of Italian fare such as Beef Bolognese, Chicken Alfredo, and more at Waterside Cove Restaurant on Friday, Sept. 3, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Prime Rib Buffet: Dig into country classics, including aged cheddar mac and cheese, salmon, and prime rib at Waterside Cove Restaurant on Saturday, Sept. 4, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. 
• BBQ Buffet: What’s Labor Day weekend without BBQ? Savor the flavors of old-fashioned BBQ and dig in on Sunday, Sept. 5, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Waterside Cove. 

The Woodlands Township's popular annual Woodlands Landscaping Solutions event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, September 25, 2021, at The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77389. This is a free event to share tips and resources for creating landscapes that are beautiful as well as water-wise and earth-friendly, and applications for interested vendors and exhibitors are available now. 

Woodlands Landscaping Solutions, the region’s premier lawn and garden event, features dozens of retail and educational booths as well as lectures and demonstrations by area experts. 

Attendees can visit one-on-one for advice on gardening, landscaping, lawn care, wildlife, plant and tree care and more. On-site diagnosis of problem plants is available – bring in a sample. And those interested in attracting more birds and butterflies to their landscape can visit with an expert for help designing a beautiful garden that wildlife and neighbors alike will appreciate. 

A limited number of free native plants and other lawn and garden resources will be given away and rain barrels, compost bins, compost and native plants are available for purchase. There will be something for everyone to enjoy, including live music and kids’ activities.

Interested vendors and exhibitors must apply by Friday, September 10, 2021. Early applications are encouraged, as space is limited. Apply at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/landscapingsolutions or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Market Street announced today that a Little Free Library is now on-property near the splash pad, and children and adults are welcome to visit and check out a book free of charge.

Little Free Library often collaborates with community partners, schools, public libraries, civic organizations, businesses, and other groups to bring the concept to their communities. The new Market Street location is no exception, having been spearheaded by local Boy Scout Jacob Lyon. 

“We are privileged to be able to support the community we serve,” said Market Street Marketing Director Noemi Gonzalez.  “With the addition of a Little Free Library at Market Street, adults and children alike can discover the joys of reading.” 

The mission of Little Free Library is to be a catalyst for building community, inspiring readers, and expanding book access for all through a global network of volunteer-led Little Free Libraries.

To learn more about Little Free Library, visit https://littlefreelibrary.org/

Celebrate the music of classic rock legends Queen in an exhilarating musical tribute sponsored by Huntsman. The Houston Symphony will return to The Pavilion Main Stage Thursday, September 30, for an evening featuring a variety of Queen classics including We Will Rock You, Bohemian Rhapsody and Somebody to Love. Mezzanine and lawn seating are free. The performance will begin at 8 p.m. and gates open at 7 p.m. Reserved orchestra seating tickets are $20 and will go on sale, Wednesday, September 1, 2021.

Bridging the gap between rock n’ roll and classical music, conductor/arranger Brent Havens takes the podium to present Windborne's ultimate rock show, The Music of Queen, a program he scored to extend the listening experience of Queen's exceptional tunes.  Performed by an orchestra and amplified with a full rock band and vocals, Havens and his ensemble capture Queen's distinct sound while presenting some familiar and lots of new musical colors. High energy, fun music, and the familiarity of the songs make the show a fun one both to play and to see.

Families are also encouraged to enhance their performing arts experience with Mini Maestros, a free and exciting program that makes the arts both fun and accessible for kids of all ages. Incentives including entries for fun raffle prizes, performing arts event tickets and more will be offered throughout the season to encourage Maestros to continue their Pavilion arts journey! Families can register their children online at www.woodlandscenter.org/mini-maestros.

All guests are encouraged to review The Pavilion’s bag policy – clear bags sized 12” x 12” or smaller are permitted as well as non-clear handheld clutches sized 4.5” x 6.5” or smaller. This policy is in effect to ensure the safety of guests and staff members as well as eliminate the need for close personal contact. Medically necessary bags and diaper bags are permitted but will be searched and tagged. Please visit The Pavilion’s website for more information on these restrictions.

Preferred parking is available in the on-site Town Center Garage, located along Six Pines Drive. Parking is $10 per vehicle for this and most performing arts events. Tickets for on-site parking can be purchased in advance at Ticketmaster.com and The Pavilion Box Office. Guests also may park in any of the free parking lots off Timberloch Drive on the southwest side of The Pavilion.

If you would like more information about The Pavilion, please visit www.woodlandscenter.org. Look for The Pavilion on Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, YouTube and Instagram, or download The Pavilion’s iOS or Android app.

The Howard Hughes Corporation® has recently marked the official grand opening of Creekside Park® The Grove, the newest multifamily residential community in Creekside Park Village Center in The Woodlands®.

Creekside Park The Grove is the second multifamily development in the Village of Creekside Park and builds on the success of the award-winning Creekside Park The Residences, which has also been developed by The Howard Hughes Corporation.

Featuring an urban design with Craftsman-style architecture, Creekside Park The Grove is a 360-unit luxury community comprising six, four-story buildings, offering one-, two- and three-bedroom residences ranging from approximately 680 to 1,490 square feet. Ground-level apartments include private, fenced yards.


“After much anticipation, we are excited to officially launch the opening of Creekside Park The Grove, our newest multifamily community in The Woodlands,” said Crystal Bledsoe, National Multifamily Asset Manager for Howard Hughes. “We welcome our newest residents to a stylish and modern living community that offers the latest in technology and health and wellness amenities—all part of the natural, pedestrian-friendly environment of Creekside Park, with convenient access to dining, shopping and entertainment.”

With health and wellness remaining a top priority for development, numerous innovative technologies have been implemented throughout the project. The clubhouse and fitness areas feature touchless entry doors and HVAC upgrades to the common areas include ionization devices to purify the air.

The attractive modern features of each unit include nine-foot ceilings, simulated wood flooring, quartz countertops, keyless entry door, stainless appliances, walk-in closets, smart thermostats and a washer and dryer in every home. Private attached garages are available in all buildings, as well as ample covered parking.

The clubhouse, which reflects a modern take on a Texas “dog trot” structure with a fireside back porch, boasts an extra-large fitness center including a fitness room for yoga, spin and barre activities. Amenities include a resort-style swimming pool with a cabana, wet bar, and fireplace.  Creekside Park The Grove also offers a dog park, an outdoor pool table and game area, and several grilling areas for outdoor dining. The creation of ample co-working spaces—both inside the residential buildings and within the outdoor amenity areas, is a significant focus of the community, with a solar powered co-working area reflecting a commitment to sustainable design.


Amenities that enhance community connectivity  include a coffee bar and lounge featuring a double-sided fireplace and an outdoor fire pit with relaxing lounge seating.

The close proximity of Lake Paloma provides convenient outdoor recreation and jogging paths. Creekside Park The Grove is also conveniently located near Timber Creek Elementary, Creekside Park Junior High School, Lone Star College – Creekside Center and early educational facilities.

Creekside Park The Grove is located at the entrance of Creekside Park Village Center at 8440 Creekside Green Drive, at the northeast intersection of Creekside Green Drive and Kuykendahl Road.

For more information and  leasing  opportunities at Creekside Park The Grove, visit www.creeksideparkthegrove.com.