Nov. 11: Honor veterans
The Montgomery County Memorial Commission is hosting a Veterans Day event that includes retired General Mark A. Welsh, the Conroe Symphony Orchestra, the dedication of new members of The Line and a swearing-in of new recruits to the U.S. Army. 9 a.m. Free. Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Park, 1776 Freedom Blvd., Conroe. 936-521-3668. www.facebook.com/honoredmission/
Nov. 11-12: Visit an art show
The Lone Star College-Tomball Community Library is hosting the Tomball Art League & Show this weekend. Attendees will be able to browse and purchase artwork by local students and adults. A portion of proceeds will go toward supporting library programs via the Friends of the LSC-Tomball Community Library. Details for registering artwork into the show can be found online. 1-6 p.m. (Nov. 11), 1-3:30 p.m. (Nov. 12). Free. LSC-Tomball Community Library, 30555 Hwy. 249, Tomball. www.thetomballartleague.com
Nov. 11-12: Attend a cook-off
Cooking 4 Courage will take place over two days at Unity Park. Alongside a cornhole tournament as well as live and silent auctions, there will be both an adult and kids’ cook-off. Food and craft vendors will also be at the event as well as a ceremony and a speaker to honor Veterans Day. 5 p.m. (Nov. 11), 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Nov. 12). Free (admission), $25 (kids’ cook-off), $250 (adult cook-off). 19450 Unity Park Drive, Magnolia. www.tufffoundation.org
Nov. 11-13: Catch a comedy
National Youth Theater is putting on “Totally 80s, the Musical,” a comedy musical that follows a group of friends coming of age during the 1980s. 7 p.m. (Oct. 11); 2 p.m., 6 p.m. (Oct. 12-13). $15-$20. Concordia Lutheran High School, 700 E. Main St., Tomball. www.nationalyouththeater.org
Nov. 12: Learn about railroads
Attendees will be able to browse model railroad displays and learn about railroading from costumed volunteers at Tomball’s Depot Day. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Tomball Depot Plaza, 201 S. Elm St., Tomball. www.tomballtx.gov
Nov. 12: Enjoy some chili
The Tomball Memorial High School Future Farmers of America is partnering with Honda of Tomball to host a chili cook-off and fundraiser. The event will include live music, vendors, bounce houses and raffles. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $10 (entry), free (kids age 5 and younger), $75 (cook-off participation). Honda of Tomball, 22727 Hwy. 249, Tomball. 713-392-5441. www.facebook.com/hondaoftomball/
Nov. 12: Watch a movie
At the last 2nd Saturday at the Depot of the year, "Clifford the Big Red Dog" will begin playing at dusk. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets and snacks. 5:45-7:30 p.m. Free. Tomball Depot Plaza, 201 S. Elm St., Tomball. www.tomballtx.gov
