September 17 - See Shakespeare in the Park

Arts in the Park presents Shakespeare’s “Henry V” by Points North Theater Company. The event will feature live music by Woodlands Hammers and Mallets prior to the show, and food trucks will be on-site. 6 p.m. Free. Rob Fleming Park, 6055 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

17 - Celebrate with pirates and mermaids

The Woodlands Children’s Museum presents a pirates and mermaids party featuring puppet shows as well as a meet and greet with Ariel the mermaid and a pirate. The event also features multiple readings for children. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $7. The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, Ste. 280, The Woodlands. 281-465-0955. www.woodlandschildrensmuseum.org

22 - Learn about groundwater from a hydrologist


Join The Woodlands G.R.E.E.N. for a lecture featuring hydrologist Jason Ramage. The lecture will cover regional water level altitudes in the Gulf Coast Aquifer system as well as subsidence. 7 p.m. Free. Online event. www.thewoodlandsgreen.org

23 - Glow crazy at Texas TreeVentures

Families can take part in a climb at Texas TreeVentures that will feature a three-hour climb while watching the sunset. As the course becomes darker, course lights and headlamps will be used so attendees can continue their climb. Children ages 6-12 will be required to have an adult climbing with them. 7 p.m. $60. Texas TreeVentures, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-2048. www.texastreeventures.com

24 - Travel in time with a Renaissance Fair


Arts in the Park will present The Woodlands Renaissance Faire, which features live musical and theatrical performances by local artists and The Woodlands Symphony Orchestra players. Other activities for the fair include children’s arts and crafts, face painting, food trucks, and costume contests. 4 p.m. Free. Rob Fleming Park, 6055 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

28 - Take part in a WISE Conference

The 10th annual WISE Conference is a cooperative effort between two Montgomery County area organizations for women focusing on inspiring and empowering entrepreneurship. The event includes multiple vendors, networking and sponsorship opportunities. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $89 (general admission). Church Project, 602 Pruitt Road, The Woodlands. www.thewiseconference.com

29 - See a dragon boat race


For the 23rd year, more than 90 teams are anticipated to race boats across Lake Woodlands in The Woodlands Family YMCA’s dragon boat race. All teams are welcome. Team members must be 18 or older for the Thursday through Saturday brackets. 2 p.m. Free (attendance), $975-$1,200 (team registration). Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands. 281-367-9622. www.ymcahouston.org

October 02 - Attend a National Night Out party

Local law enforcement and The Woodlands Fire Department will be present in neighborhoods that have registered for National Night Out, an annual community-police awareness event. Participating neighborhoods will be able to pick up their party supplies Sept. 22 from The Woodlands Township. 3 p.m. Free. Various locations. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

06 - Take park in the Wine Walk


Northshore Park Wine and Food Week will host the Wine Walk with an option for VIP access allowing a one-hour head start on the event. The event includes more than 40 wine-tasting tents; more than 40 beer selections; and dozens of culinary offerings from area restaurants, chefs and caterers. 6 p.m. (5 p.m. VIP). $65-$95. Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands. 713-557-5732. www.wineandfoodweek.com

07 - Make some s’mores and watch a sunset

Participants can take part in a two-hour climbing event that will conclude with a campfire, making s’mores and seeing the sunset. Children ages 6-12 will be required to have an adult climbing with them. 6 p.m. $50. Texas TreeVentures, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-2048. www.texastreeventures.com

07 - Take part in a tea party


Children can join the Queen of Hearts and the Mad Hatter for a child-friendly tea party, cookie decorating and photo opportunities. 10 a.m. $12. The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, Ste. 280, The Woodlands. 281-465-0955. www.woodlandschildrensmuseum.org

08 - Take part in the 10 For Texas race

The Memorial Hermann 10 for Texas is a USA Track and Field-sanctioned event with a certified 10-mile course. The day of the race will also feature the 3.1 Armadillo Run and One 4 Texas Fun Run. The race concludes with a postrace party featuring live music, food, beverages and activities. 7 a.m. $35-$70. Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

15 - Shop at a plant sale

The Woodlands Garden Club will hold its fall plant and craft sale at The Woodlands Farmers Market. Members will sell items from their own gardens, and payments will be accepted by cash or check. Garden club members will be on hand to answer questions. Proceeds go to the club’s education programs and community projects. 9 a.m.-noon. Free (to attend). 7 Switchbud Place, The Woodlands. www.thewoodlandsgardenclub.org

15 - Attend a community safety expo

The annual community safety expo is part of National Night Out in The Woodlands, and it will consist of entertainment and public safety demonstrations from law enforcement and firefighters. Entergy representatives will also show the dangers of contact with power lines. The event allows residents to meet and thank public safety agencies, and it is open to all ages. Noon. Free. Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands. 281-210-3833. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov