17
Learn about pet waste issues
Area residents can take part in The Woodlands Watershed Project and learn about the negative effects of pet waste on local waterways in an event presented by The Woodlands Environmental Services. 8 a.m. Free. Meadowlake Park, 9501 N. Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
17
Dress up as a superhero
Children can wear a superhero costume and take pictures with area heroes. 10 a.m. $5-$10. The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, Ste. 280, The Woodlands. 281-465-0955. www.woodlandschildrensmuseum.org
19 through Aug. 06
Take part in summer workshops
The final three weeks of The Woodlands Children’s Museum’s summer workshops including opportunities from learning about knights and dragons to cooking. Each day is meant for children ages 4 to 8, and workshops run from Mondays through Fridays. Times vary. $56-$141. The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, Ste. 280, The Woodlands. 281-465-0955. www.woodlandschildrensmuseum.org
August
01
Cars and coffee for a cause
Visitors can join The Woodlands Car Club at Market Street for its monthly event. Proceeds from parking meters are donated to charities. 7 a.m. Free. Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands. 281-419-4774. www.shopatmarketstreet.com
04
See a free family movie night
Participants can see a free movie with their families at the Creekside Park Village Green. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs as they watch “Tom and Jerry.” A DJ will be on-site for entertainment prior to the movie. 6:30 p.m. Free. Creekside Park Village Green, 26400 Kuykendahl Road, Spring. 281-719-6100. www.facebook.com/creeksideparkvillagegreen
11 through 30
Area academic years begin
Area schools begin their 2021-22 academic years in August. Both Conroe ISD and Magnolia ISDs will begin their school years Aug. 11, and Tomball ISD will begin Aug. 17. Lone Star College students will begin their fall semester Aug. 30. www.conroeisd.net. www.magnoliaisd.org. www.tomballisd.net.
www.lonestar.edu
12
Governmental budget workshops begin
Area municipalities and governing bodies will begin their workshops for the upcoming fiscal year 2021-22 budget. Among the discussions will be proposed tax rates. Meetings will be open to the public. Dates and times vary. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov. www.shenandoahtx.us. www.oakridgenorth.com
14
Learn about invasive species
The Woodlands Environmental Services is hosting an online workshop to teach attendees about local invasive species to the area. Registration is required. 8 a.m. Free. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
14
Visit a farmers market
Shoppers can support local farmers and businesses at Shenandoah’s monthly farmers market held at Metropark Square. 9 a.m. Free (admission). Metropark Square, 8888 Metropark Drive, Shenandoah. www.metroparksquare.com
21
Attend the annual Chairman’s Ball
The Woodland Area Chamber of Commerce’s 43th annual Chairman’s Ball will have the theme “A Night in Napa” this year. 6:30 p.m.-midnight. $200. The Woodlands Waterway Marriott, 1601 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. 281-736-4057. www.woodlandschamber.org
