Harris County Precinct 4 will host Campfire at KMP, when guests can join park staff in roasting s’mores and enjoying the outdoors. Guests are encouraged to bring their own s’mores supplies and seating. Registration is required. 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve, 20215 Chasewood Park Drive, Houston. www.hcp4.net
March 1: Celebrate Fat Tuesday
Tomball Methodist Church will host a Fat Tuesday Pancake Supper to celebrate the holiday. Fat Tuesday, also known as Mardi Gras, is a Christian holiday representing the last feast before the practice of fasting and sacrificing for Lent. 6:30 p.m. Free. Tomball Methodist Church, 1603 Baker Drive, Tomball. 281-351-1249. www.tomballumc.org/events
March 5: Participate in a Bingo fundraiser for Magnolia ISD
Magnolia ISD will host a Bingo Night event to raise money for the Magnolia High School cross-country, girls track, choir, sports medicine, and swimming and diving programs. 6-9 p.m. Cost TBD. Magnolia ISD Event Center, 11659 FM 1488, Magnolia. 281-356-3571. www.magnoliaisd.org
March 16: Peruse a sunset market
The Tomball Farmers Market—traditionally held on Saturday mornings—will host a Wednesday evening market with approximately 48 vendors, including locally grown produce, meat, artisan foods and hand-crafted products. Local shops and restaurants will also be staying open late for patrons to enjoy within walking distance of the market. 4-7 p.m. 205 W. Main St., Tomball. 281-210-4306. www.tomballfarmersmarket.org
March 17: Join a leprechaun run
Stronger to Serve, a nonprofit service organization in the Houston area, will host a Leprechaun Run and Service Project on St. Patrick’s Day. The event will include games, 1k and 5k runs for all ages, and service projects to clean up Burroughs Park in Tomball and write thank-you letters to health care workers. 9-10:30 a.m. Free. Burroughs Park, 9738 Hufsmith Road, Tomball. 936-337-3649. www.strongertoserve.org
March 19: Eat chili, listen to tunes
The city of Tomball will host its annual Honky Tonk Chili Challenge. Festivalgoers can enjoy honky tonk music while eating at the sanctioned chili cook-off event with teams from across the state. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Old Town Tomball, 201 S. Elm. St., Tomball.
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March 19: Attend a car show
Tomball Rotary Club’s annual charity open car show includes food, drinks, a DJ, raffles and door prizes as well as the chance to win a new 2022 SS Camaro. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $20 per car. 25500 Hwy. 249, Tomball. www.parkwaychevrolet.com
March 25: Prepare for a job
Society of Samaritans will host its annual Jobfest for community members to look for a job and prepare for interviews. The event will include 30-35 employers, resume building and mock interviews. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. •31355 Friendship Drive, Ste. 500, Magnolia. 281-259-8452. www.societyofsamaritanstx.org
March 25-27: Celebrate German heritage
The Tomball German Heritage Festival will host its 21st annual festival in downtown Tomball. The festival includes German foods and drinks, street performers, vendors, live music and a carnival with rides. Free shuttles will run from the east parking lot of HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball. 6-10 p.m. (March 25), 10 a.m.-10 p.m. (March 26), 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (March 27). Free (admission). Downtown Tomball. www.tomballgermanfest.org
March 25-April 3: Visit the county fair
The Montgomery County Fair Association will host its 65th annual fair with livestock shows, carnival rides, concerts, vendors and a rodeo. Times vary. $5-$15 (Fri.-Sun.). Montgomery County Fairgrounds, 9333 Airport Road, Conroe. 936-760-3631. www.mcfa.org
