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Mini Maestros Program Enhances Performing Arts Experience at The Pavilion

Image result for mini maestros pavilionEnhance your family's performing arts experience this season at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion with Mini Maestros, a free and exciting program that makes the arts both fun and accessible for children of all ages. As part of its nonprofit mission, The Pavilion introduced the program in 2018 as a way to get children interested in the performing arts.

Don't Wait Until Summer Break! Tackle These 5 Fun Activities in May!

We know how it is to have that summertime bucket list in hand, just waiting for the last school bell of the year to ring before you start checking things off the list! But why wait? If you get a jump start in May - with just a little activity here and there - your family's summer break will feel extended, and you'll gain momentum for the months ahead. Come June 1 (the official first day of summer break for Woodlands schools), you'll already be warmed up and ready to go all in, full speed. Take note of these 5 fun things you can do in May to get a jump start on summer fun!

Experience Crayola in Plano

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The Crayola Experience is an exuberant, color-crazy adventure! It wasn't too long ago that Keri gave us a look at Crayola Orlando, and now it's Karen here - checking out the newest (much closer) Crayola, the fourth location for this popular attraction. Crayola Experience Plano, Texas' most colorful family destination, opened at The Shops at Willow Bend (6121 W. Park Blvd.) last month, and this place is rocking! If your family enjoys making the occasional drive to the Dallas Metroplex, you'll be happy to have one more family-friendly attraction to add to your list when visiting the area. 

Easter Seals Offers Early Childhood Intervention Program

altMy younger son was a late walker, and as a new mom I was in a panic. Thanks to advice from friends and our pediatrician, I had my son evaluated for free by Easter Seals' Early Childhood Intervention program. Early intervention services help young children with disabilities and developmental delays achieve their goals in cognitive, social/emotional, communicative, adaptive and physical development. If your child isn't meeting developmental milestones like babbling, crawling, feeding, talking and walking by certain ages, they may qualify for extra help. 

Bike The Woodlands Month Kicks Off in May With Activities and Workshops

altThe Woodlands Township will host a number of activities throughout the month of May in celebration of National Bike Month, in efforts to create a better community through bicycling.

There are numerous events planned throughout the month of May for riders of all types. Bike to Work Day will take place on Friday, May 17, 2019, from 6:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive. Bike commuters are invited to meet for refreshments and bike commuting information.

Bike The Woodlands Month Kicks Off in May With Activities and Workshops

altMay is recognized as National Bike Month, and for the sixth consecutive year The Woodlands will host a number of activities celebrating the event. The Woodlands Township is a supporter of Bike The Woodlands Coalition's efforts to create a better community through bicycling, and the events in May offer a prime opportunity for residents to get involved.