Dec. 13: Drink hot cocoa in Burroughs Park
Celebrate the holidays with carolers, hot cocoa, crafts and holiday lights at Burroughs Park in Tomball, hosted by Harris County Precinct 4. 6-9 p.m. Free. Burroughs Park, 9738 Hufsmith Road, Tomball. 713-274-4050. www.hcp4.net
Dec. 13-14: Enjoy historic candlelight tours in Tomball
The Tomball Museum Center hosts a holiday open house event with candlelight tours of the historic buildings, adult and children's choirs, wassail and cookies, live music, and visits with Santa Claus. 6-9 p.m. (daily). Free (donations accepted). Tomball Museum Center, 510 N. Pine St., Tomball. 281-255-2148. www.tomballmuseumcenter.com
Dec. 14: Browse Christmas books
Lone Star College-Tomball Community Library hosts A Literary Christmas, featuring books with Christmas spirit, crafts, activities and a visit from Santa. 11 a.m. Free. LSC-Tomball Community Library, 30555 Hwy. 249, Tomball. 832-559-4200. www.hcpl.net/branch/lone-star-college-tomball-community-library
Dec. 14: Kick off the holiday season at Deacon Baldy's
Deacon Baldy's hosts a Christmas-themed event this Saturday, featuring an array of shopping vendors, food, drinks and an appearance from Santa Claus. 5-8 p.m. Free. Deacon Baldy's, 5447 FM 1488, Magnolia. 281-650-2558. www.deaconbaldys.com
