Events happening in The Woodlands area Sept. 19-21 include a musical performance and a concert in the park. This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.

‘Shrek’ The Musical performance

Enjoy a Class Act Production of “Shrek” based on the DreamWorks film about an ogre, a wisecracking donkey and a feisty princess, Fiona.
  • Sept. 19, 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 20, 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 21, 2:30 p.m.
  • $20-$30 (admission)
  • Class Act Productions, 25275 Budde Road, Spring
  • www.classactproductions.org
Leadership Montgomery County summit

Leadership Montgomery County will hold its fourth annual Montgomery County Leadership Summit at the new Kevin Brady Library and Community Center on Sept. 19, featuring a lineup of area experts and professionals to speak about topics like growth and service. The event concludes with a special awards luncheon featuring Sen. Brandon Creighton, who represents Texas Senate District 4. He will be honored as an LMC honorary alumnus, a recognition that has only been awarded by LMC six times in its 38 years of existence, according to a news release.
  • Sept. 19, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • $125 (individual ticket)
  • Kevin Brady Library and Community Center, 2250 Buckthorne Place, The Woodlands
  • www.lmctx.org
Moonlight Paddle

Attendees can experience Lake Woodlands after dark on kayaks decorated with lights at this staff-led paddle. Kayaking experience is recommended but not required. Preregistration is required at Riva Row Boat House’s website.
  • Sept. 19, 8-9:30 p.m.
  • $35 (single kayak), $40 (tandem kayak)
  • Riva Row Boat House, 2101 Riva Row, The Woodlands
  • www.rivarowboathouse.com
Grogan's Mill Village Center grand reopening


The grand opening of the village center showcases new amenities including the Kevin Brady Library and Community Center. Events will include public safety demonstrations, storytelling, face painting, a live DJ, games, the weekly farmers market, and a special appearance by Marcus Bridgewater, who will present a reading from his children's book "See Marcus Grow" at 10:30 a.m., followed by a book signing inside the library.Concert in the Park

Retro Radio Band will perform at the weekly free concert series held at Northshore Park this fall. Attendees can bring blankets, lawn chairs and coolers, but glass containers are prohibited.Jovanna Aguilar contributed to this report.