Join an Earth Day cleanup
The Woodlands Township’s 10th annual Earth Day GreenUp community event kicks off at village parks throughout The Woodlands. Volunteers can pick up litter in designated areas. Due to COVID-19 precautions, no celebration will be held following the event. 8-11 a.m. Free. Various parks. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
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Join an Easter Egg hunt
Activities including games and an aquatic Easter egg hunt are held at Creekwood Pool. Participants ages 4 to 10 can join in the egg hunt and have a chance to win prizes during the event. 6-8 p.m. $15 (resident), $20 (nonresident). Creekwood Park and Pool, 3383 S. Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3965. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
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Engage with local water issues
The Woodlands GREEN’s sustainability lecture series continues in March with a presentation from Rachel Windham, planner with the Houston-Galveston Area Council and the Spring Creek Watershed Partnership. 7 p.m. Free. Virtual event. www.thewoodlandsgreen.org
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Search for the biggest catch
The 14th annual Creekwood Fishing Derby is open to competitors of all ages at Creekwood Park. Prizes are awarded for the longest, smallest and heaviest fish caught. 8-10 a.m. Free. Creekwood Park, 3383 S. Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands. 281-516-7348. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
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Support a local school
A fundraiser for scholarships for The Woodlands-based Texas Autism Academy features a clay-shooting event. Participants should bring their own shotguns and ear protection. 8:30 a.m. $100-$125. Blackwood Gun Club, 11400 FM 2854, Conroe. 936-441-4040. www.texasautismacademy.org
April
03
Stroll through a fitness expo
The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce’s Health, Wellness and Fitness Expo features health-focused vendors and personal health screenings. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands. 281-367-5777. www.woodlandschamber.org
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Race along the Waterway
The Run and Done 3.1 chip-timed 5K race along The Woodlands Waterway kicks off in April for up to 300 runners of all ages. Awards will be distributed to top finishers in several age brackets. COVID-19 precautions will be in place. 7 a.m. $35. The Woodlands Waterway, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
03 and 10
Take in neighborhood watch tips with a pet
Attendees can learn crime prevention tips at “yappy hours” for dog walkers and pedestrians. Seminars teach residents to recognize and report suspicious behavior. 10 a.m.-noon (April 3), noon-2 p.m. (April 10). Free. Terramont Park, 8500 Terramont Drive, The Woodlands (April 3); Harper’s Landing Park, 2 N. Blair Bridge Drive, The Woodlands (April 10). 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/neighborhoodwatch
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Learn about the local economic outlook
The 35th annual Economic Outlook Conference offers a day of programming and networking for area business leaders as well as several guest speakers. 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $169-$199. The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center, 1601 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. 281-367-5777. www.eocthewoodlands.com
The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival
10-11
The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival brings together art with live music, food and other activities. The festival is open at 9 a.m. for people over the age of 60. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (general public) $15-20 (day of event). Town Green Park, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. www.thewoodlandsartscouncil.org
March 23-April 14
Try new dancing styles
Market Street kicks off the spring season with several nights of evening dancing at the shopping center’s central park. Weather permitting, the Tuesday night Dancing Under the Stars series will host dance lessons from Dance With Me instructors for participants of all skill levels. 7-8 p.m. Free. Market Street
9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands
281-419-4774
www.shopatmarketstreet.com
March
23 Nightclub Night (salsa and bachata)
30 Classical Night (waltz and tango)
April
06 Cuban Night (cha-cha and rumba)
13 Tango Night (Argentine tango)
