Aug. 25: Meet a children’s book author
Author Sharlene Novak will read from “Happy Tails Camper Stories: Lucy Learns to Share” on stage, followed by a meet and greet at The Woodlands Children’s Museum. She will also sign copies of her book, which will be offered for sale.
- 12:15 p.m.
- $8
- The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, Ste. 280, The Woodlands
- 281-465-0955. www.woodlandschildrensmuseum.org
Yoga classes will be held every Friday at 9 a.m. Bring a mat, a towel and a bottle of water. Samantha Walker has been teaching yoga for 10 years and is a 500-hour experienced registered yoga teacher with the Yoga Alliance. Walker has taught at various gyms and studios throughout Houston since 2012.
- 9 a.m.
- Free.
- Central Green Park, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy.
- www.centralgreenpark.com
Aug. 25: Go bowling with the chamber
The Cy-Fair Houston Chamber of Commerce will host the annual Ten Pin Challenge sponsored by Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital. Each team will receive three bowling games, shoe rentals and meal tickets.
- 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
- $425 per team of four
- Copperfield Bowl, 15615 Glen Chase Drive, Houston
- 281-373-1390. www.cyfairchamber.com
Trillions of microbes make their homes inside human bodies, and a new exhibit aims to introduce guests to the complex world inside humans. Guests at the new interactive exhibit “Zoo in You” can learn about microbial companions, where they live and what ways scientists are discovering how important they are to personal health.
- 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Mon.-Sat.), noon-5 p.m. (Sun.)
- $8 (children and seniors), $10 (general admission)
- The Health Museum, 1515 Hermann Drive, Houston
- 713-521-1515. www.thehealthmuseum.org
The Fulshear Farmers' Market features a variety of produce and food products grown or produced within a 200-mile radius of Fulshear. The goods sold at the Fulshear Farmers' Market include seafood, farm eggs, free-range chicken, pies, cookies, pastas, granolas, dried fruit and nuts, soaps, toiletries and more.
- 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 9035 Bois D'Arc Lane, Fulshear
- 713-703-4129. fulshearfarmersmarket.com
The Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts invites the community to participate in Family Day to celebrate the end of summer. The day will include art activities, a food truck and entertainment for guests.
- 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Free
- Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts, 6815 Cypresswood Drive, Spring
- 281-376-632
- www.pearlmfa.org
Ardest Gallery celebrates National Dog Day in partnership with local dog rescue organizations. Visits can see live pet portraits, take part in a painting class and learn about dog rescue organizations. A portion of proceeds will benefit these organizations.
- 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Ardest Gallery, 25200 Grogan’s Park Drive, The Woodlands
- www.ardestgallery.com
The Walk will benefit Interfaith of The Woodlands and Interfaith Community Clinic. The event will include a runway fashion show with seasonal fashions from Saks Fifth Avenue and local honorees. The event also honors “community champions” who have had a positive impact on the community.
- 6 p.m.-midnight
- $300 (individual), sponsorships available
- The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, 1601 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands
- 832-615-8225. www.woodlandsinterfaith.org
View the classic Disney movie in a whole new way with “Aladdin Jr.” performed by Playhouse 1960’s Young Actors group. Directed by Amber Stepanik, this performance recounts the tale of Aladdin and his three friends as they meet a genie and try to impress Princess Jasmine.
- 3 p.m.
- $12-$15
- Playhouse 1960, 6814 Gant Road, Houston
- 281-587-8243
- www.playhouse1960.com
Tai chi begins with basic breathing exercises that gently improve fitness, help relieve stress and promote good balance. Tai chi is an ancient Chinese practice that centers the body, mind and spirit.
- 8:30-9:30 a.m.
- Free (admission)
- Central Green Park, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy
- www.jademountain.org/Instructors/sifu-whit-mcclendon