Here is a noncomprehensive list of Sugar Land-Missouri City events in May.
May 6-7: Give flowers to mom
The Riverstone Lifestyle Team will host a two-day flower pop-up just in time for Mother’s Day. After registering online, guests will be allowed to make a three-flower bouquet for the special moms in their lives. 4-6 p.m. (May 6), 10 a.m.-noon. (May 7). Free. The Club at Riverstone, 18353 University Blvd., Sugar Land. Search "Mother's Day pop-up flower bar" on www.eventbrite.com
May 6: Write your autobiography
SMS Novel is hosting an event where guests are welcome to sit down with a writer for a 90-minute interview that will be turned into a book about the customer’s life. Finished books will be 50 to 100 pages in length, and SMS Novel will provide the art and tools needed to assist customers in publishing their books through Amazon or SMS Novel. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $200. Starbucks, 9650 Hwy. 6, Missouri City. 912-268-1890. www.smsnovel.com
May 7-8 and May 14-15: Use the art force
War’Hous and Missouri City will host May the 4th Art Festival, a "Star Wars"-themed art festival taking place for the 10th year in a row. Located in the Missouri City Community Center, the event will feature art, food, cosplayers, activities, a DJ and complimentary beverages for the whole family. Noon. $10. Missouri City Community Center, 1522 Texas Parkway, Missouri City. Search "May the 4th Art Festival" on www.eventbrite.com
May 13-15 and May 20-22: Enjoy local theater
A Disney-to-stage adaptation of "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" will be performed at the Inspiration Stage. The play, based off a novel by Victor Hugo, follows a hunchbacked bell-ringer named Quasimodo as he navigates unrequited love and discrimination in 15th century Paris. 7:30 p.m. (May 13-14, 20-21); 2:30 p.m. (May 14-15, 21-22). Price varies. Inspiration Stage, 12794 Fountain Lake Circle, Stafford. 832-324-9197. www.inspirationstage.com
May 21: Paint with the family
Painting with a Twist will host a family-friendly evening. Children and adults who want to participate will paint a picture based on an animal cracker. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own drinks, but they must be age 21 or older to consume alcohol. 6:30-8 p.m. $37-$47. Painting with a Twist, 3569 Hwy. 6, Sugar Land. 281-491-9200. www.paintingwithatwist.com
May 20: Dance to country old and new
Opry on the Square will take place in Sugar Land Town Square, featuring country music from all eras performed by Country Then and Now. Families are welcome to bring food, coolers, lawn chairs and blankets. The event is set to return to Sugar Land on July 8, Sept. 16 and Nov. 4. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Sugar Land Town Square, Sugar Land. 281-242-2000. www.facebook.com/opryonthesquare
May 21: Savor Louisiana
Crown Festival Park will host the 7th annual Taste of Louisiana Festival. The festival will feature Louisiana cuisine but also some international dishes as well as live music, activities and cooking classes. Additionally, a children’s play area will be set up for all-day usage. 2-9 p.m. $15-$75. Crown Festival Park, 18533 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land. 713-231-6772. Search "The Taste of Louisiana Festival 2022" on www.eventbrite.com
