From free movie screenings to Independence Day celebrations, there are several events planned in the Cy-Fair area this summer.
June 19: Catch a free movie at the park
Harris County Precinct 4 hosts Summer Movie Nights in the Park, an event featuring a free screening of “101 Dalmatians,” crafts, popcorn and drinks. 7 p.m. Free. Matzke Park, 13110 Jones Road, Houston. 713-274-4050. www.hcp4.net
June 20: File for November elections
June 20 is the first day to post notice of candidate filing for the November elections. Cy-Fair ISD will hold elections in early November for various positions on the board of trustees. www.sos.state.tx.us, www.cfisd.net
June 21: Support Alzheimer’s awareness
Heartis Cypress celebrates the longest day of the year with food, a car wash, prizes, a cake walk, games and a silent auction to support the Alzheimer’s Association. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Cost TBA. Heartis Cypress, 17935 Longenbaugh Drive, Cypress. 281-392-2200. www.heartis.com
June 21: Listen to the ‘Sounds of Water’
The Houston Choral Society chamber choir presents a program inspired by the many facets of water, featuring motets by Palestrina, “Water Night” by Eric Whitacre as well as popular songs, folk songs and spirituals. 7:30 p.m. Free. All Saints Catholic Church, 215 E. 10th St., Houston. www.houstonchoral.org
June 21: Get active on International Day of Yoga
Shaka Power Yoga and VillaSport Athletic Club host sunset yoga sessions for adults and children on the International Day of Yoga. Food trucks and local vendors are on-site. 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Josey Lake Park, 1200 Bridgeland Creek Parkway, Cypress. www.facebook.com/bridgelandcommunity
June 21-23: Attend the annual Houston Fiber Fest
Classes cover relevant concepts including knitting, crocheting, needle felting and other crafting techniques. Vendors offer fiber arts materials such as yarn. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (Sun.). Free (admission). Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress. www.houstonfiberfest.com
June 22: Get a first look at a new community
Caldwell Companies celebrates the grand opening of its newest master-planned community with live entertainment, food trucks and family-friendly activities. Attendees can also tour model homes by Perry Homes and Newmark Homes. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free (admission). Copper Bend, 13803 Gold Peak Drive, Cypress. www.copperbendtx.com
June 22: Stop by a local business grand opening
Tali Appleby, owner of Boba Bear Teahouse, hosts a grand opening celebration for her business with a bounce house, a dunk tank, a photo booth and samples of new food items that will be added to the menu. 1-5 p.m. Free. Boba Bear Teahouse, 16241 Mueschke Road, Cypress. www.bobabeartea.com
June 23: Bust a move at the Pre-Colombian Rumba
Traders Village hosts its annual South American dance event featuring prizes, games and Latin music from Walter Suhr & Mango Punch. Music and dance stylings include salsa, merengue, bachata and top 40. Guests also have access to the more than 1,500 vendors at Traders Village. 1-4 p.m. Free ($4 parking). Traders Village, 7979 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston. 281-890-5500. www.tradersvillage.com
June 26: Roast a local nonprofit director at lunch
Shield Bearer honors Roy Wooten, the group’s former executive director who left the organization earlier this year, with a “roast and raise” fundraising event. The event includes lunch and the opportunity to “roast” Wooten by sharing a joke or story. 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. $25 (luncheon tickets), $25 (roast). Windwood Church, 10555 Spring Cypress Road, Houston. www.shieldbearer.org/roast
June 27: Sit in on Cy-Fair ISD’s budget adoption
The Cy-Fair ISD board of trustees hosts its monthly meeting where the board will adopt the budget for the 2019-20 school year, which includes raises for various employees using money allocated by state lawmakers in the 2019 legislative session. 6 p.m. Free. Instructional Support Center, 10300 Jones Road, Houston. www.cfisd.net
June 29: Take in a Cypress Symphonic Band concert
Cypress Symphonic Band presents its annual patriotic concert with a celebration of America’s history and a time to honor each branch of the U.S. military. 7 p.m. $8 (at the door), $6 (online). Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress. www.cypresssymphonicband.org
June 29-30: Stop by the Cy-Fair Kids & Family Expo
The event features more than 100 vendors, giveaways, games, food trucks and entertainment. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Sat.), 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Sun.). Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress. 281-656-8371. www.cyfairkidsexpo.com
July 4: Celebrate Independence Day in Jersey Village
The city hosts its annual Independence Day parade starting at the Jersey Village Civic Center and ending at Clark Henry Park. After the parade, guests can enjoy activities, music and food. 9 a.m. Free. Jersey Village Civic Center, 16327 Lakeview Drive, Jersey Village. 713-466-2100. www.jerseyvillagetx.com
July 4: Celebrate July Fourth in Fairfield
The Fairfield Women’s Club hosts a Fourth of July parade from Ault Elementary School to Central Park in Fairfield, followed by a community celebration at Salyards Middle School featuring vendor booths and performances. 9 a.m. (parade leaves) 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (celebration). Free. Salyards Middle School, 21757 Fairfield Place Drive, Cypress. www.fairfieldwomensclub.org
July 8: Get free child immunizations at a community event
In an effort to increase the number of children who are fully immunized in Harris County, Troubleshooters Immunizations hosts an event providing immunizations for measles and other contagious diseases free of charge to children enrolled in Medicaid or who do not have insurance. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress. 713-873-8687. www.harrishealth.org
July 12: Attend culinary cookoff for armed forces
In July, Bridgeland’s monthly Friday Night Bites event features a cookoff for members of the U.S. armed forces hosted by the Women’s Food Truck Organization. The winner receives a $2,500 scholarship to pursue culinary education. 6-10 p.m. Free (admission). Lakeland Village Center, 10515 Fry Road, Cypress. 832-543-1132. www.womensfoodtruckorg.com
July 13: Check out car show at The Towne Lake Boardwalk
The show includes classic, imported, exotic and muscle cars as well as trucks, hot rods, jeeps and golf carts. 8-10 a.m. Free. The Boardwalk Towne Lake, 9945 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress. www.facebook.com/townelakecarsonthelake
LIVE MUSIC
Cypress Trail Hideout 25610 Hempstead Road, Cypress 281-213-4136 www.cypresstrailhideout.com Shows begin at 7 p.m.
June 21 Nigel Edison 22 Hit n Run
July 5 Jeff Canada 19 Nigel Edison
Mo’s Irish Pub 14102 Mueschke Road, Cypress 281-213-2989 www.mosirishpub.com/cypress Shows begin at 8:30 p.m.
June 20 Leo Mendoza 21 Sol Flair 22 Texxas Heat 27 Mark Lum 28 Blaggards 29 Swagger
Arts and exhibitions
The Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts 6815 Cypresswood Drive, Spring 281-376-6322 www.pearlmfa.org
“My Hero! Contemporary Art & Superhero Action” Dates: June 1-Aug. 17 (Tue.-Sat.10 a.m.-5 p.m.) Cost: free ($5 suggested donation)
Playhouse 1960 6814 Gant Road, Houston 281-587-8243 www.ph1960.com
“A Catered Affair” Dates: June 21-22 (8 p.m. both days) Cost: $18 (students, seniors and veterans), $21 (adults)
