June
16
Celebrate Father’s Day with a wine tasting
The Glade Cultural Center is hosting a wine tasting prior to Father’s Day. The event features three California wineries as well as three wine producers from Italy. 6 p.m. Free (admission). Glade Cultural Center, 2000 Woodlands Parkway, The Woodlands. 832-557-8781. www.gladeartsfoundation.org
18
See magic with dad
The Woodlands Children’s Museum is hosting Magical Dads. Local magicians will provide entertainment, and participants can create Father’s Day art projects for gifts. 10 a.m. $7.50. The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4774 W. Panther Creek Drive, Ste. 280, The Woodlands. 281-465-0955. www.woodlandschildrensmuseum.org
18
Celebrate Juneteenth in Tamina
A Juneteenth celebration in Tamina will include live music, dance, a picnic barbecue and children’s crafts as well as an education exhibit. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Sleepy Hollow Multipurpose Building, 9645 Sleepy Hollow Road, Conroe.
281-844-7596
21
Take part in a blood drive
A blood drive will benefit the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center. Appointment slots can be found on the organization’s website. Free. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (June 21), 9 a.m.-noon (June 22). The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. The Recreation Center at Bear Branch Park, 5310 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.giveblood.org
22
Learn about the township budget
The Woodlands Township is holding a budget planning session that is open to the public through the week of Aug. 24. Additional budget meetings will be held through late August prior to a hearing on the proposed 2022-23 tax rate for residents Sept. 8. 4 p.m. Free. The Woodlands Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd., The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
24
Attend a sunset movie viewing
A free family movie night features “The Lorax.” Attendees can bring blankets, coolers and chairs, but glass is prohibited. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
25
Celebrate pollinator week
In celebration of Pollinator Week, The Woodlands Township is hosting an in-person BioBlitz event. Attendees can visit with nature specialists and take photos of plants, animals and insects on an app to contribute to a scientific survey for the area. 8-11 a.m. Free. The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
25
Walk, run or jog for nonprofit support
The Harmonie Grace Foundation is hosting its third annual 5K Walk, Jog or Run event. Registration costs include a shirt, a race bib, a wristband, a thank-you card and a finishers medal. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. $35. The Town Green Park, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. www.harmoniegracefoundation.org
25
Attend a black-tie gala
The Harmonie Grace Foundation is hosting its first black-tie gala to raise funds to benefit families with infants in a neonatal intensive care unit and those who have lost an infant. The event will consist of a plated dinner and entertainment. 6:30 p.m. $50. The Woodlands Resort, 2301 N. Millbend Drive, The Woodlands. www.harmoniegracefoundation.org
27
Do yoga at the pool
A pop-up pool activity for age 15 and older allows participants to take part in yoga exercises. Preregistration is required. 8-9:30 a.m. $15 (resident), $25 (nonresident). Ridgewood Pool, 4192 Interfaith Way, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
July
03
See a Star-Spangled Salute
The Woodlands is kicking off a two-day celebration with its Star-Spangled Salute at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. The event will feature the Houston Symphony performing a selection of patriotic favorites. 8 p.m. Free. The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands. 281-364-3010. www.woodlandscenter.org
04
Attend a parade in The Woodlands
The South County Fourth of July parade around The Woodlands will feature marching bands, fire engines, clowns and floats. Portions of Lake Robbins Drive, Lake Woodlands Drive and Grogans Mill Road will be closed for the 1.3-mile event. 9 a.m. Free. Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
04
Celebrate with music and fireworks
The 25th annual Red, Hot and Blue Festival with various activities and entertainment options throughout The Woodlands. All venues will feature live music beginning at 6 p.m., and activities will include balloon art, face painting and concessions. The festival will conclude with an 18-minute fireworks display beginning at 9:30 p.m. 6 p.m. Free. Various locations. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
04
Attend a parade and park party
Oak Ridge North is hosting its annual July 4 parade, car show and party for residents. The parade will begin at the intersection of Susan Lane and North Harlan Lane, and festivities will be held at Marilyn Edgar Park. 9:30 a.m. Free. Various locations. 281-292-4648. www.oakridgenorth.com
04
Party at the pools
The Red Hot and Pool event allows pool pass holders to enjoy refreshments and activities relating to the Fourth of July. Noon-4 p.m. Free (for pool pass holders). The Woodlands pools. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/pools
04
The Woodlands Township closes
The Woodlands Township will be closed in observance of the July 4 holiday. The township will reopen for regular business hours July 5. 2801 Technology Forest Blvd.,
The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
06
Enjoy a pickleball social
Coach Janet holds a pickleball social for women on the first Wednesday of each month with opportunities to play and meet other pickleballers. 8:30-11 a.m. $7 (resident), $12 (nonresident). Bear Branch Multi-use Court, 5205 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
16
Join the kids for a triathlon
The Woodlands Family YMCA is hosting the 19th annual YMCA Kids Triathlon. The event is open for children ages 6-12 and is limited to 300 participants. All participants will receive a shirt, a finishers medal and a goodie bag with the top three finishers receiving awards. 7:30 a.m. $35. The Woodlands Family YMCA, 8100 Ashlane Way, The Woodlands. 281-367-9622. www.ymcahouston.org
