Traditional Gumbo Cookoff
Rob Ray's Taproom is having its second annual gumbo cookoff, where attendees can taste test and the winner gets a $100 cash prize. Judging begins at noon.
- Jan. 25, noon-4 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 2503 Covey Lane, Pearland
- www.robraystaproom.com
Physicians Jignesh P. Shah and Jerry Lee Thurman, Jr. will lead this free walk in the park at Memorial Hermann Pearland Hospital, in front of the sports park building. The event also features a discussion on current health topics with the doctors.
- Jan. 30, 5-6 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 11049 Memorial Hermann Drive, Pearland
- Facebook: Memorial Hermann
The Friendswood Library will have a relaxing listening experience in its community room with soothing, ambient music and sounds. Attendees are encouraged to bring comfortable seating, such as yoga mats, pillows and bean bags.
- Feb. 1, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 416 S. Friendswood Drive, Friendswood
- www.friendswood.lib.tx.us
This car show at Garage Ultimate in Friendswood will feature all varieties of makes and models. Families are encouraged to attend and no pre-registration is required.
- Feb. 8, 6-8 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 4650 FM 2351, Friendswood
- Facebook: Garage Ultimate
The Pearland Chinese Association brings this family-friendly, cultural festival to the Pearland Recreation Center. It features a lion and dragon dance, balloon art, calligraphy and traditional Chinese games, as well as food and vendors on-site.
- Feb. 16, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- 4141 Bailey Road, Pearland
- www.txpca.org
Local nonprofit Women Leading Success hosts this 1920s-themed fundraiser at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Pearland. The event raises money to help single women and their children achieve independent living in Brazoria County and features a light lunch, costume contest, games, prizes and a silent auction.
- Feb. 16, 1-4:30 p.m.
- $35 (until Jan. 12); $50 (general admission); $100 (VIP)
- 2320 Hatfield Road, Pearland
- www.wlspearland.org
