Nov. 11-17: Honor Veterans
In honor of Veterans Day, the National Museum of Funeral History offers free admission for veterans and active military throughout the week of Nov. 11-17. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. National Museum of Funeral History, 415 Barren Springs Drive, Houston. 281-876-3063. www.nmfh.org
Nov. 12: Talk about teen issues
As part of the Krimmel Conversations series, Krimmel Intermediate School invites parents and teens to attend a discussion on teen depression and anxiety, vaping and internet safety. Guest speakers include members of the Klein ISD Police Department and licensed professional counselor Matthew Bailey. 6-8 p.m. Free. Krimmel Intermediate School, 7070 FM 2920, Klein. 832-375-7200. www.krimmel.kleinisd.net
Nov. 13: Attend a panel discussion about Christianity
Windwood Presbyterian church hosts a panel discussion entitled “The Challenges of Christian Citizenship” with local government and church leaders. The event will also include a Q&A with the audience and refreshments will be provided. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Windwood Presbyterian Church, 10555 Spring Cypress Road, Spring. 281-378-4040. www.windwoodpc.org
Nov. 14: Attend a Turkey Derby
Spring Woodlands Ministries hosts its second annual Turkey Derby, a Thanksgiving food drive benefiting the nonprofit’s Senior Citizen Nutrition Program. The event will include derby car races, live music, a silent auction, gumbo cook-off, beignets, craft beer and wine. Attendees are encouraged to bring a bag of nonperishable foods. 4:30-7:30 p.m. Free. 19500 Hwy. 249, Houston. 281-881-7900. www.springwoodlandsministries.org
Nov. 16-17: Go shopping
Big Top Vintage Market returns to Old Town Spring and will showcase more than 150 Texas vendors. The craft show and festival will feature food trucks, a vintage car show and child-friendly activities. Items for sale will include home decor, clothing, furniture and handmade items. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Old Town Spring, 26303 Preston Ave., Spring. 281-770-1888. www.bigtopvintage.com
Nov. 22-Dec. 2: Break for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving break for Klein and Cy-Fair ISDs will begin Nov. 25, with classes resuming Dec. 2, while Spring ISD’s Thanksgiving break will begin Nov. 22, with classes resuming Dec. 2.
Nov. 28: Run a Thanksgiving 5K
Kinsmen Lutheran Church hosts a 5K and 10K fun run/walk on Thanksgiving Day, to be followed by a free Thanksgiving community feast. 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Free. Kinsmen Lutheran Church, 12100 Champion Forest Drive, Houston. 281-444-3126. www.kinsmenlutheran.org
Nov. 28: Deliver Meals on Wheels
Northwest Assistance Ministries’ Meals on Wheels program will deliver hot, nutritious meals to housebound seniors and disabled adults in 24 ZIP codes on Thanksgiving Day. To volunteer, interested individuals must sign up online before Nov. 25. 9 a.m.-noon. Northwest Assistance Ministries, 15555 Kuykendahl Road, Houston. 281-885-4604. www.namonline.org/meals
Nov. 30: Shop small
For Shop Small Saturday 2019, shops in Old Town Spring will be offering a variety of sales and giveaways, and a drawing will be held for gift certificates. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Old Town Spring, 403 Main St., Spring. 281-353-9310. www.oldtownspring.com
Dec. 3: Support foster children
The Klein ISD Surrogate Parent Program offers training for community volunteers who would like to provide educational support for KISD students in foster care. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Klein ISD Multipurpose Center, 7500 FM 2920, Klein. 832-249-4397. www.kleinisd.net
Precinct 4 Events
Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve
20215 Chasewood Park Drive, Houston
713-274-4299
www.hcp4.net/kmp
November
15 Owl Prowl, 5-7 p.m.
16 Twig ID, 1-3 p.m.
23 Practical Outdoor Cooking, 4-6 p.m.
December
5 Stars with S’mores, 5:30 p.m.
Live Theater
Playhouse 1960
6814 Gant Road, Houston
281-587-8243
www.ph1960.com
Dec. 6-21: “Matilda, The Musical.” 8 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sun.). $18-$21.
Stageworks Theatre
10760 Grant Road, Houston
281-587-6100
www.stageworkshouston.org
Nov. 29-Dec. 22: “It’s a Wonderful Life.” 7:30 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sun.). $19-$26.50.
