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The Woodlands Children's Museum Re-opens with Milkshake Truck and More

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Local children and families will, once again, have the opportunity to visit The Woodlands Children’s Museum to enjoy exhibits and special events as the museum begins to re-open later this month.
 

On Saturday, August 22, from 11am – 3pm, the museum will host the “Shake You Up” milkshake truck, along with hot dog and nacho vendors, to welcome families back to the museum while helping children celebrate the end of summer and usher back into the new school year.

Creative Arts contests at the State Fair of Texas

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Have you or someone in your family ever participated in a creative arts contest at the State Fair? My family has! When my daughter was 11, she sewed up a tote bag and submitted it in the youth sewing contest Although she didn’t win a prize, it was a fun thing to be a part of, and she received some valuable feedback from the judges.

For over 130 years, creative arts has been one of the most treasured traditions of the State Fair of Texas which is held in Dallas each year. As we reported in July, the fair is on hiatus for 2020 (another casualty of COVID-19), but we’re happy know that the Creative Arts tradition is moving forward. This year, the State Fair will offer over 900 arts & crafts contests, and the registration deadline has been extended to September 1, 2020. Whether you’re an adult or a child, a first-timer or a creative arts veteran, you just might take home a blue ribbon! 

Houston Zoo update & new openings!

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The Houston Zoo is opening up more attractions for guests! First, you should know that as of July 30, the water play park, giraffe feeding platform, playgrounds, and water fountains are still CLOSED. And when you visit the zoo, you'll follow a modified path to see many of your favorite animals in their outdoor habitats. However, you can now take a ride on the Wildlife Carousel, explore the extended Wortham World of Primates and bears pathways, and cool off in one of the indoor air-conditioned buildings - including Natural Encounters, Bug House, and more. We're thrilled to see the zoo bouncing back and offering more for is guests to enjoy during this time!

The Pavilion Goes Virtual for Free Arts Outreach Programs

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Though The Pavilion’s Main Stage is currently dark, the non-profit organization is strongly committed to continuing to provide cultural enrichment for both young audiences and the public at large by increasing exposure to the arts. The Pavilion has recently launched several of its free educational outreach programs virtually for families to enjoy from the safety of their homes.

hampr Brings On-Demand Laundry to The Woodlands Area

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hampr, a free app for wash-and-fold laundry services, announced today that they are expanding to The Woodlands area after launching in Louisiana in early 2020. The app is available on both Android and iOS devices and is currently live in The Woodlands area. 

hampr is an on-demand platform where users can schedule wash-and-fold laundry services via the mobile app. The customers’ laundry is picked up, washed, folded and delivered back to them by local “washrs”—an army of stay-at-home parents, retirees or any individuals interested in earning additional, supplemental income.

Founded by working mother of two, Laurel Hess, hampr was created with the aim to help simplify users’ lives. 

Rooftop Cinema Club extends Drive-In at Spring lineup featuring family-friendly flicks

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Rooftop Cinema Club’s popular Drive-In at Spring, located next to the Hurricane Harbor Splashtown water park, reveals its latest summer lineup through July 19 focused on films for the whole family where guests can have an away-from-home and completely contactless cinema experience from the security of their own vehicle.

The drive-in style theatre will host Dino Weekend July 10 – 12 for families to enjoy dinosaur-themed films like “The Land Before Time”, “Godzilla”, and “Jurassic Park”. In addition to hits like “The Goonies”, “The Notebook” and more are available for purchase at rooftopcinemaclub.com/spring. Guests are kindly reminded to follow all local health and safety guidelines and to check the venue specific requirements for participation on Rooftop’s website.

Margaritaville on Lake Conroe Opens first Resort in Texas

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Margaritaville Lake Resort is open! You might remember that it used to be La Toretta, and now it's the first Texas-based resort in the Margaritaville portfolio. Set on 186 waterfront acres on the shores of Lake Conroe, the resort brings an entirely unique lodging concept to the destination, providing guests authentic fun and escapism in a "no worries" atmosphere.

"It’s exciting to be the first resort to introduce the Margaritaville lifestyle to the Lone Star State, offering a quick, drivable escape from major cities like Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio,” said Lisa Fasbender, General Manager of Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe | Houston. “We look forward to welcoming our guests and providing a safe haven to escape, unwind, and enjoy the laid-back lake life.”