November
06 Hone your Healthy Habits
The Missouri City Parks and Recreation Department is bringing in a physical therapist from Encompass Health for a one-hour presentation on rehabilitation and healthy exercise. Noon-1 p.m. Free. Rec & Tennis Center, 2701 Cypress Point Drive, Missouri City. 281-403-8637. www.missouricitytx.gov
08 Enjoy country classics
Sugar Land Town Square is hosting Opry on the Square featuring country favorites that will appeal to fans of all ages. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Sugar Land Town Square, 15958 City Walk, Sugar Land. 281-242-2000. www.sugarlandtownsquare.com
09 Take in Filipino culture
Hosted by Filipino Young Professionals, the 2019 Filipino Street Festival will showcase cultural performances, street food and vendors. Noon-7 p.m. $12 (presale), $15 (at the door). Constellation Field, 1 Stadium Drive, Sugar Land. www.fyphouston.com
12 Discover the History of Sugar Land
Sugar Land Heritage Foundation docent Hal Jay will present the important time periods and people in Sugar Land’s history. The lecture, “Sugar Land—From Karankawas to Today,” will cover the Texas Revolution, Stephen F. Austin, Samuel May Williams, the prison system, W.T. Eldridge, I.H. Kempner and the city’s history as a company town— where businesses and homes are owned by the main employer. 2-4 p.m. Free. Sugar Land Branch Library, 550 Eldridge Road, Sugar Land. 281-238-2140. www.fortbend.lib.tx.us
14 Learn about the Future of Technology
The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce is holding the inaugural Fort Bend Future Technology Expo. The event will highlight technological innovations in or coming to Fort Bend County, said Gabie Forames, Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce assistant director of programs. 4:30-7:30 p.m. Free. University of Houston at Sugar Land College of Technology Building, 14000 University Blvd., Sugar Land. 281-566-2158. www.fortbendchamber.com
15 through Dec. 07
Get in the holiday spirit
The Houston Museum of Natural Science-Sugar Land hosts several holiday-themed events, including a tree lighting celebration, workshop and auction for its annual Jingle Tree celebration.13016 University Blvd., Sugar Land. 281-313-2277. www.hmns.org/hmns-at-sugar-land
Tree Lighting: Nov. 15, 10 a.m., included in the regular cost of admission
Holiday How-to Workshop: Nov. 19, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., $30
Last Bid Cocktail Party:•Nov. 21, 5:30-8:30 p.m., $50
Cookies with Santa: Dec. 7, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m., $5 (members), $10 (nonmembers)
16 Share a teddy bear picnic
The Sienna Branch Library Youth Department is calling all teddy bear lovers for a special picnic event. Participants will read, watch a puppet show and make teddy bear-themed crafts. Bring your teddy bear and join in. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Sienna Branch Library, 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd., Missouri City. 281-238-2900. www.fortbend.lib.tx.us
20 Experience Career and Technical Education
Fort Bend ISD is hosting CTE Program Exploration Night, a chance for students, parents and members of the community to learn about the Career and Technical Education programs offered in the district. 6-8 p.m. Free. James Reese Career and Technical Center, 540 Dulles Ave., Sugar Land. 281-634-5671. www.fortbendisd.com
24 See the Pecan Harvest Festival
The 2019 Pecan Harvest Festival in downtown Richmond will include hay rides, vendor booths, live music, food, drinks and a car show, all while celebrating the history of pecans in Fort Bend County. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Downtown Richmond, 402 Morton St., Richmond. www.pecan-harvest-festival-tx.com
Smart Financial Centre
18111 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land
281-207-6278
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NOVEMBER
11 Sara Bareilles, 8 p.m., $35 and up
15 Rodrigo y Gabriela, 8 p.m., $39.50 and up
16 IMx - Immature, 8 p.m., $38.50 and up
18 Willie Nelson, 8 p.m., $59.50 and up
23 Sleeping Beauty Dreams, 8 p.m., $50 and up
27 Fantasia, 8 p.m., $40 and up
