There are a number of local events worth checking out in the Conroe and Montgomery area this weekend.
April 2: Run a 5k, celebrate with beer
The Miles for Meals 5K and 10K starts and ends at B-52 Brewery for a morning of food trucks and beer while raising money for Meals on Wheels. In addition to the 5K and 10K, there is a 5K for children age 12 and younger. All participants get two free craft beers, root beer or lemonade from B-52 Brewery; a collector’s pint glass; and an event shirt. 9-11:30 a.m. $60 (5K), $70 (10K), $30 (children’s 5K). 12470 Milroy Lane, Conroe. 936-756-5878. www.mowmc.org/miles-for-meals-5k-10k
April 2: Support small businesses
The Montgomery County Funky Junque Market will include more than 150 small business vendors offering items ranging from clothing and decor to gourmet food and handmade jewelry. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $5 (admission), free (teachers, military first responders with ID and children). 9055 Airport Road, Conroe. www.facebook.com/montgomerycountyjunkhippymarket
April 2: Attend a car show
Check out a variety of cars and live music at God’s Garage Car Show. There will also be food trucks, vendors and raffles. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free (admission), $25 (vehicle entry fee). 600 Margaritaville Park Way, Montgomery. https://www.facebook.com/events/668900041130030/
April 2: Attend a job fair
Willis ISD will have a job fair for teachers, coaches and auxiliary staff, such as transportation and custodial. Reserve a spot now for a better chance at securing an interview, according to the Willis ISD March 1 Facebook post. 8-11:30 a.m. Free. 40 FM 830, Willis. www.willisisd.org/district
April 2: Have family fun
The Conroe ISD Early Childhood Resource Fair will give parents the opportunity to register prekindergarten and kindergarten students, with the event asking to bring student’s birth certificate, proof of residence, proof of guardianship, social security card and immunization record. For the kids, there will be a petting zoo, snacks and giveaways as well as the chance to tour a school bus, firetruck, ambulance, police car and classrooms. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 2575 Ed Kharbat Drive, Conroe. www.conroeisd.net/event/early-childhood-resource-fair/
April 2: Celebrate a small business
Frankenboltzzz will have its 1-year anniversary extravaganza and offer their usual beers and brews as well as food trucks and live music. The celebration is family and pet friendly. 6-10 p.m. Free (admission). 173 N. FM 1486, Montgomery. 936-242-4208. www.facebook.com/Frankenboltzzzz
