Jan. 22: Bike the trails
Explore nature during this first ride of City Place’s new bike club led by local bike shop Biking Roots. The ride will be at a leisurely pace, is open to families and will end at Island Grill in City Place, which will offer deals for the riders. 8-9 a.m. Free. Star Cinema Grill, 1495 Lake Plaza Drive, Spring. 713-840-2700. www.cityplacenow.com
Jan. 22: Plant a tree
Bring a shovel, work gloves and water and get to planting for this community volunteer event hosted by the Bayou Land Conservancy. Volunteers will be planting trees in honor of Arbor Day. All ages are welcome, but children must volunteer with an adult. Advanced registration closes 48 hours before the event. 9-10:30 a.m. or 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve, 20215 Chasewood Park Drive, Houston. 281-576-1634. www.bayoulandconservancy.org
Jan. 23: Craft a custom clutch
Create a cork purse at this beginner-level embroidery course hosted by Cupcake Quilts. Attendees must register in advance and must own a sewing/embroidery machine they know how to use. Noon-4 p.m. $40. Cupcake Quilts, 1469 Spring Cypress Road, Spring. 281-528-2929. www.cupcakequilts.com
Jan. 26: Prevent a stroke
Learn the signs of a stroke as well as the risk factors in this class hosted by Harris County Precinct 4. Janice Flewelling of the Houston Methodist Hospital System will teach the course, and the curriculum includes ways to avoid a stroke. Registration is required. 10-11 a.m. Free. Mangum-Howell Center, 2500 Frick Road, Houston. 281-591-7830. www.hcp4.net
Jan. 28 Support a choir
Don western footwear for the “Crescendo 2022: Boots & Bling!” fundraising gala for the Texas Master Chorale. The evening will consist of live entertainment, dinner, dancing, a silent auction and a raffle. A party bus will be available to shuttle attendees to the event, and the dress code is casual denim. Tickets and bus reservations must be acquired in advance. 5:30 p.m. (bus arrives at Barbara Bush Branch Library, 6817 Cypresswood Drive, Spring); 7 p.m. (gala begins). $150. Junior League of Houston, 1811 Briar Oaks Lane, Houston. 281-351-9818. www.texasmasterchorale.org
Feb. 11-13, 18-20, 25- 27: Chuckle at the theater
Stageworks Theatre presents this comedic production, dubbed “God of Carnage,” under the direction of Matthew C. Logan. Set in Brooklyn, the show depicts a meeting between two sets of parents who stray from using manners when discussing a playground fight among their children. 3 p.m. (Feb. 13, 20 and 27); 7:30 p.m. (Feb. 11-12, 18-19 and 25-26). $21-$29.50. Stageworks Theatre–The Garza Mainstage, 10760 Grant Road, Houston. 281-587-6100. www.stageworkshouston.org
Feb. 12: Cruise the bay
Sip drinks on this Valentine’s Day yacht cruise and wine tasting in Galveston Bay hosted by Buy the Glass Wine Bar & Lounge. A menu of New York strip, salad, roasted veggies and an ice cream brownie is included with the ticket, and a bus will take attendees to and from the yacht location. Attendees must be 21 or older and advanced registration is required. 5:30-11 p.m. $150. Buy the Glass Wine Bar & Lounge, 19620 Kuykendahl Road, Ste. 140, Spring. 832-608-4446. www.buytheglasswinebarandlounge.com
Feb. 13: Rock out for romance
Jam to a variety of metal bands before Valentine’s Day at “The Love Bites Valentines Metalfest” hosted by AMF Entertainment. The bands performing will be The Endless October, Bloodmoon, Maggot Mess, HateWaker, Dawn of Ascension, Decimate and Within Giants Reach. 6-11:30 p.m. $12-$17. Acadia Bar and Grill, 3939 FM 1960, Houston.281-893-2860. www.acadiabarandgrill.com
