Dec. 16: Sing holiday karaoke
City Place will host a holiday karaoke event, during which attendees can take the microphone or cheer on participants from the sidelines. 6-8 p.m. Free. City Place Plaza, 1250 Lake Plaza Drive, Spring. www.cityplacenow.com
Dec. 16: Make a wreath
Learn how to make a fresh wreath using natural botanicals sourced from the Spring Creek Greenway at this Art in the Park event hosted by Harris County Precinct 3 Park Programs. All materials will be provided, though participants are encouraged to bring their own garden gloves and pruners. Noon-3 p.m. Free. Dennis Johnston Park, 709 Riley Fuzzel Road, Spring. 713-274-0930. www.pct3.com
Dec. 16-18: See "Beauty and the Beast"
Catch Playhouse 1960’s final performances of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical” under the direction of Trish Gant. 8 p.m. (Dec. 16-17), 3 p.m. (Dec. 18). $22-$25. Playhouse 1960, 6814 Gant Road, Houston. 281-587-8243. www.playhouse1960.com
Dec. 17: Ride with Rudolph
Bicyclists of all ages are encouraged to join the City Place Bike Club on this leisurely ride through City Place’s nature trails guided by Rudolph, the red-nosed reindeer. 10:30 a.m. Free. Star Cinema Grill, 1495 Lake Plaza Drive, Spring. www.cityplacenow.com
Dec. 17: Watch "Frozen"
City Place hosts a family movie night and singalong featuring a screening of the Disney animated movie “Frozen.” The event will also include a special appearance by one of the movie’s characters. 6:30 p.m. Free. City Place Plaza, 1250 Lake Plaza Drive, Spring. www.cityplacenow.com
Dec. 17-18: Decorate sweets
Learn how to build a gingerbread house or decorate Christmas cookies at these workshops hosted by Wesley’s Treats Hallie’s Sweets and The Cake Whisperer. All materials will be provided, and take-home kits will be available for an additional $35 for each workshop. 10-11:30 a.m. (cookie class), 1-2:30 p.m. (gingerbread house class). $55-$90 (gingerbread house class), $75 (cookie class). Thistle Draftshop, 5210 FM 2920, Ste. 100, Spring. https://shop.castiron.me/wesleys-treats-hallies-sweets
Dec. 19-23: Head to art camp
Keep the kids entertained over the winter break by registering for the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts’ half-day art camp. Campers will get to create snow globes, make their own prints, sculpt and paint ornaments, and design mugs. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (ages 5-8), 1-4 p.m. (ages 9-12). $150 (members), $160 (nonmembers). Pearl Fincher MFA, 6815 Cypresswood Drive, Spring. 281-376-6322. www.pearlmfa.org
Dec. 31: Ring in the New Year
Ring in the new year with The Four Freshman at this concert hosted by the Cypress Creek Foundation for the Arts and Community Enrichment. Dubbed “America’s most enduring vocal group,” The Four Freshman’s repertoire includes pop and jazz standards from the Great American Songbook Classics. 8 p.m. $45-$75. The Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Drive, Spring. 281-440-4850. www.cypresscreekface.org
Dec. 31: Play poker
Play craps, poker, blackjack and roulette at a New Years Eve Harlem Night Comedy Casino Party hosted by Comedian Stick. Tickets include dinner and a champagne toast, and attendees are encouraged to dress in “Harlem nights” attire. 8 p.m.-midnight. $50-$75. Komedy Lounge, 5060 FM 1960 W., Houston. 281-624-7654. www.komedylounge.com
Jan. 10: Listen to live music
As part of its Promenade Series, the Cypress Creek FACE will host “Lasting Impressions” by Jolie Rocke, whose repertoire includes jazz, musical theater, gospel and classical music. 3 p.m. $10-$15. The Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Drive, Spring. 281-440-4850. www.cypresscreekface.org
