18
Climb in the dark
Participants in the nighttime climb can experience a nighttime adventure at Texas TreeVentures when lights illuminate the adventure course. 7-10 p.m. $60. Texas TreeVentures, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 218-210-2048. www.texastreeventures.com
19
Run in the Muddy Trails 5K and cook-off
The Muddy Trails 5K will take place at Rob Fleming Park. The race is a sanctioned 5K event produced by The Woodlands Township, winding through the George Mitchell Nature Preserve. The event ends with a postrace party featuring live zydeco music and the Muddy Bowl Crawfish Cook-Off. 3 p.m. $35. Rob Fleming Park, 6055 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
19
Celebrate literacy and support a nonprofit
Participants are invited to celebrate literacy with Children’s Books on Wheels. The event will feature live performances from Ray Parsee AllStar Review and Two Black Men, and dancing is encouraged. 8-11:30 p.m. $50. Sleepy Hollow Multipurpose Building, 9845 Sleepy Hollow Road, Conroe. 281-844-7596. www.childrensbooksonwheels.org
26
Learn about vehicles with the family
Attendees can get up close and personal with big trucks, off-road vehicles, first responder vehicles and other machines at Creekside Park. No registration is required to attend. 9 a.m.-noon. Free. Creekside Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3889. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
26-March 05
Take part in a marathon
Multiple races will be held throughout the week, including The Woodlands 5K Fun Run, The Woodlands Marathon, The Woodlands Half Marathon and The Woodlands 10K. Times vary. $60-$135. 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands.
www.woodlandsmarathon.com
March
01
Vote in the primary
The primary election for 2022 will be held March 1. Early voting for the election will begin Feb. 14 and end Feb. 25. Contested primaries include Montgomery County judge and Harris County judge.
7 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. Various locations. 936-539-7843.
https://elections.mctx.org
12
Take part in the father-son challenge
Area fathers and sons can compete together in the annual father-son challenge at The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park. Challenges include kayaking, archery, puzzles and races. T-shirts provided for all participants with prizes awarded to top finishers. 10 a.m.-noon. $50 (resident), $60 (nonresident). The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-516-7348.
www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
12
Celebrate Arts in the Park
The annual Arts in the Park event includes a variety of family-friendly events, such as art vendors, live music, food trucks and children’s activities. 2-6 p.m. Free. Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
14
Spring break starts for area schools
Students and staff from Conroe ISD, Magnolia ISD and Tomball ISD will be out of the classroom from March 14-18. Students will return to classes March 21. www.conroeisd.net, www.tomballisd.net, www.magnoliaisd.org
14 through 21
Take part in a day camp
The Sunny Dayz spring break camp will take place from March 14-18 and March 21 with themed days. Campers can take part in indoor and outdoor games, crafts, theme days, special snacks, visits to the park, dodgeball, four square, ga ga ball and other events. 7:30 a.m. $50-$200. The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-516-7348.
www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
15
Learn community safety tips
The Woodlands community is invited to attend The Woodlands Children’s Museum’s Safety Day event, when public safety entities will be present. Residents can get safety tips from the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office and The Woodlands Township Neighborhood Watch. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, Ste. 280, The Woodlands. 281-465-0955. www.woodlandschildrensmuseum.org
17
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with music
Market Street’s Spring Concert Series kicks off with The Fab 5 presenting songs by The Beatles and British Invasion bands. Guests can bring blankets and lawn chairs. 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands. 281-419-4774. www.shopartmarketstreet.com
19
Take the dogs for a swim
Dog lovers can bring their pets to the Creekwood Park and Pond for a splash in the pond, dog crafts, trick competitions and a fetching game. All pets must be on a leash while not swimming and must be up to date on shots. Preregistration to the event is required. $10 (single dog), $5 (each additional dog). 10 a.m.-noon. Creekwood Park, 3383 S. Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands. 281-516-7348. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
