Jan. 18
Get a new tree
Friendswood will host its annual tree giveaway. A first-come, first-served giveaway, recipients must provide transportation for the 15-gallon trees. Up to two trees will be given per family. Participants must bring proof of residence. 8 a.m. Free. 910 S. Friendswood Drive, Friendswood. www.ci.friendswood.tx.us
Jan. 19
Watch a roller derby game
South Side Roller Derby will host two games, one for the Jr. Derby Competitive teams and one for South Side Elite versus Gulf Coast Roller Girls. 6 p.m. (doors), 6:30 p.m. (first game). $12 (presale), $7-$15 (at the door). 1230 Broadway St., Pearland. www.facebook.com/events/360189901322102
Jan. 25
Attend a concert
The Rough & Tumble will perform at Pearland House Concerts in January. The band describes themselves as a dumpster-folk, thrift store-Americana duo. Enjoy a night of music with a ticket price that includes dinner, dessert and beverages. Attendees may also bring their own beverages. 6-9 p.m. $25-$35. 2845 Westchester Circle, Pearland. http://pearlandhouseconcerts.com/
Jan. 25
Celebrate the season
Pearland’s Winterfest is a family-friendly chance to enjoy winter activities all day, including a petting zoo, rides and interactive games. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Independence Park, 3449 Pearland Parkway, Pearland. 281-412-8989. www.pearlandtx.gov
Jan. 30
Check out the Rotary Club
The Pearland Rotary Club has invited Dr. Charles Collins from Shadow Creek Vet Clinic and Jael Miller with the state of Texas to speak at the meeting. The topic will be rabies. Club meetings are always open to the public. 7:30-8:30 a.m. Free. www.facebook.com/events/371792443502132
Feb. 1
Make Valentine’s Day cards
Get crafty at the Scrap Shack Texas and Simple Vintage Valentine’s Day cards event. Attendees can create eight layered Valentine’s Day cards with patterned papers and a variety of embellishments, all decorated with classic Valentine’s Day designs. Required supplies include scissors, black ink, foam tape and a tape runner. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $20. 607 S. Friendswood Drive, Ste. 15, Friendswood. 281-992-3137. www.scrapshacktexas.com
Feb. 6
Learn about orchids
Heritage Gardeners of Friendswood is inviting orchid specialist Katherine Brown to speak at its February meeting. Refreshments will be provided. 9:30 a.m.-noon. Free. 112 W. Spreading Oaks Ave., Friendswood. 281-992-4438. www.facebook.com/events/2459117501033003
Feb. 8
Compete in a triathlon
Get active this winter with the second annual Groundhog Day Triathlon. Each segment of the triathlon—swimming, biking and running—will be timed, and results will be determined by calculating the distance each participant travels during the allotted time. Registration closes Feb. 7. 7:45 a.m. $25-$35. 4141 Bailey Road, Pearland. www.trisignup.com/Race/TX/Pearland/GroundhogDayINdoorTriathlon
Feb. 9
Roll the dice for charity
Women Leading Success will hold its 16th Dice and Derby. The bunco event will raise funds to help single mothers in Brazoria County live independently. There will be a silent auction, a raffle and other activities. 1-4:30 p.m. $50-$100. Knights of Columbus, 2320 Hatfield Road, Pearland. www.wlspearland.org/bunco-2020.html
Feb. 15-23
Attend a play
The Purple Box Theater will be performing “August Osage County” for two weekends in February. The drama will kick off the theater’s 2020 season and tells the story of a family coming together after the disappearance of their father while exposing several uncomfortable family secrets. 7:30 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 2:30 p.m. (Sun.). 1309 W. Parkwood, Friendswood. 818-642-4665. www.thepurpleboxtheater.com
