Jan. 12-14: Watch a live cartoon
The Cypress Creek Theatre Company will be performing “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.” 2 p.m. (Jan. 14), 7 p.m. (Jan. 12-14). $10-$15. Cypress Creek High School, 9815 Grant Road, Houston. 281-897-4200. www.cfisd.net/cycreek
Jan. 13-29: Sit in suspense
“Wait Until Dark” details the story of a blind woman who is being held hostage in her home. 7:30 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sun.). $25-$31. Stageworks Theatre, 10760 Grant Road, Houston. 281-587-6100. www.stageworkshouston.org
Jan. 16: Listen to local politicians
Listen to a Martin Luther King Jr.-inspired speech from State Representative Ron Reynolds, D-Missouri City, during the Cypress-Tomball Democrats meeting. Monthly meeting business from the organization will also be presented. 6:30 p.m. (meet and greet) 7 p.m. (meeting starts). Free. Rudy’s Grill and Cantina, 11790 Grant Road, Cypress. www.cytomdemocrats.org
Jan. 20: Share campfire tales
Stories and s’mores will be shared at this Harris County Precinct 3 event. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve, 20215 Chasewood Park Drive, Houston. 713-274-4201. www.pct3.com
Jan. 26: Gain business insight
Kella B. Price, CEO of Price Consulting Group, provides tips on running a business for the Cy-Fair Express Network luncheon. 11 a.m. $35. Springhill Suites by Marriott, 20350 Hwy. 290, Houston. www.cyfen.org
Jan. 27: Celebrate businesses
The Cy-Fair Houston Chamber of Commerce will announce Business of the Year Award finalists. 7-10 p.m. $75. Lindsay Lakes, 16536 Mueschke Road, Cypress. 281-373-1390. www.cyfairchamber.com
Jan. 27-29: Sample barbecue
The Houston Metro Go Texan Cy-Fair subcommittee cook-off gives locals a chance to compete with their best brisket, chicken, ribs and chili. Times vary. Cost TBD. Traders Village Houston, 7979 N. Eldridge Parkway, Houston. 281-890-5500. www.tradersvillage.com/houston
Jan. 28: Enjoy horse racing
The Houston Racing Festival will take place at Sam Houston Race Park with thoroughbred races. 1 p.m. $5 (general admission. Sam Houston Race Park, 7575 N. Sam Houston Parkway W., Houston. www.shrp.com
Jan. 28: Support a local library
Browse through donated books, CDs and DVDs—most of which will be on sale for $1—at the Harris County Friends of the Library’s book sale. Donations are being accepted, and proceeds benefit the library. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Northwest Branch Library, 11355 Regency Green Drive, Cypress. 832-927-5460. www.hcfol.org
Jan. 28: Canoe on a lake
Harris County Precinct 3 hosts two opportunities for canoeing on Marshall Lake. Noon and 1 p.m. Free. Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve, 20215 Chasewood Park Drive, Houston. www.pct3.com
