July 21-Aug. 3: Practice golf
Cypress Lakes Golf Course will host a summer golf camp for students ages 6-14. There are four three-day sessions scheduled in July and August.
- 8:30-10 a.m. (ages 6-9), 10:30 a.m.-noon (ages 10-14)
- $125
- Cypress Lakes Golf Course, 18700 Cypresswood Drive, Cypress
- 281-304-8515. www.cypresslakesgc.com
The return of the original summer musical production “Power Up: The Musical!” is taking place all month long. The storyline is about a kid named Ollie who spends time playing a retro-inspired video game, discovering new challenges and achievements along the way.
- 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.
- Free (members), $17 (nonmembers)
- Children’s Museum Houston, 1500 Binz St., Houston
- 713-522-1138. www.cmhouston.org
This summer, kids ages 4-18 can attend summer camps in computer science and technology topics beginning with “Minecraft: Modding Adventure.”
- 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- $399
- iCode, 25282 Hwy. 290, Ste. 260, Cypress
- 832-653-9010. www.codeschool.com/cypress
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 Crighton Theatre is performing Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” as a Broadway musical for the last weekend. The production is part of Stage Right’s 2022-23 season and is not a youth performance but is suitable for all ages.
- 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
- $20-$30
- Crighton Theatre, 234 N. Main St., Conroe
- 936-441-7469. www.crightontheatre.org
To celebrate the release of the “Barbie” movie, The Bluebonnet Tasting Room is hosting a Boozy Barbie Bash that will feature lots of pink, complimentary food, and specials on rose and pink sparkling wines.
- 5-10 p.m.
- Free
- 401 Commerce St., Tomball
- www.facebook.com/theBluebonnetTomball
The city of Conroe is hosting a mother-son date night at the Conroe Aquatic Center for children 4-12 years old. The date night will include swimming, games, refreshments and a photo booth.
- 7-9:30 p.m.
- $25 (per couple), $10 (per additional son)
- Conroe Aquatic Center, 1205 Candy Cane Lane, Conroe
- 936-522-3900. www.cityofconroe.org
Guests will be able to visit Re:Bar Cafe for an open mic night of music, comedy, poetry and storytelling. Gluten-free appetizers, coffee, mocktails and Steampunk Juice will also be available.
- 6:30-8:30 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Re:Bar Cafe & Juicestillery, 416 W. Main St., Tomball
- www.facebook.com/rebarjuicestillery
Lone Star Family Health Center is kicking off the sixth annual Don’t Miss the Bus health event, where parents can get their children ready for school with a wellness exam and get their vaccines before school. Exams and vaccines are free to children without insurance. The health fair will run until Aug. 4.
- Varies
- Free
- Lone Star Family Health Center, 605 S. Medical Drive, Conroe
- 936-539-4004. www.lonestarfamily.org
The Weird Sister Boutique and Social Room will host a Christmas in July party that will include cookie decorating, photos with the Grinch and Christmas trivia with prizes. Gorditas Tacos will also be on-site during the event.
- 2-4 p.m. (cookie decorating, photos with the Grinch), 8 p.m. (Christmas trivia)
- Free
- 402 1/2 Commerce St., Tomball
- www.facebook.com/TheWeirdSisterBoutique
202 Main will host Dueling Pianos Live! featuring Tyler Berry and Josh Herod. Dueling Pianos is a musical contest that features two piano players facing each other and taking turns singing.
- 8 p.m.
- $12-$30
- 202 Main, 202 N. Main St., Conroe
- 936-242-6488. www.202mainconroe.com
Magnolia’s Backyard Social Daq Shack is hosting a foam party with food, beverages and live music. Children are encouraged to bring their swimsuits, goggles and a change of clothes. Attendees are also welcome to bring lawn chairs.
- 5-7 p.m.
- Free
- 6920 FM 1488, Magnolia
- www.facebook.com/Backyardsocialdaqshack
Join the members of John Wesley Church and volunteer with the Houston Food Bank and Bridging For Tomorrow to help distribute food to community members in need.
- 8-11 a.m.
- Free
- John Wesley Church, 5830 Bermuda Dunes Drive, Houston
- 281-444-2112. www.jwchurch.org
The Lone Star Convention Center is hosting the High Caliber Gun Show throughout the weekend. A variety of guns, ammo, books, knives and camouflage will be on display. Visitors can also bring their own guns for trade.
- 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (July 22), 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (July 23)
- $10
- Lone Star Convention Center, 9055 Airport Road, Conroe
- 936-538-8000. www.texasgunsshows.com
B-52 is hosting its first annual fundraiser benefiting the nonprofit Combined Arms and The Texas Veterans Network, which helps veterans find the path they need for services. The event will include local vendors, ax throwing, a cornhole tournament, food trucks and a silent auction.
- 2-8 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- B-52 Brewery, 12470 Milroy Lane, Conroe
- 936-286-8544. www.b52brewing.com/calendar
The Dos Borrachos concert will feature performances by musicians Kevin Fowler and Roger Creager. The Midsummer Fest will be at The Great Southwest Equestrian Center with proceeds benefiting Christ Clinic—a health care center that caters to the uninsured population in Fort Bend County. Parking is free with a ticket purchase.
- 6-10 p.m.
- $30
- The Great Southwest Equestrian Center, 2501 S. Mason Road, Katy
- 281-391-0190. www.midsummerfestkaty.com
Little Woodrow’s Tomball is hosting a dog social, which will include an off-leash area, puppy splash pads, and bone cones and “puppaccinos.”
- Noon-3 p.m.
- Free
- 11241 Timber Tech Ave., Tomball
- www.facebook.com/LittleWoodrowsTomball
Lane O’Neal, an 18-year-old up-and-coming country singer, will be performing live at The Table at Madeley. He will perform classic hits from his favorite singers, including George Strait, Merle Haggard, Garth Brooks and Waylon Jennings.
- 7:30-9 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- The Table at Madeley, 316 Madeley St., Conroe
- 832-326-2289. www.conroetable.com