There are several events taking place this weekend in Tomball and Magnolia. Check out a few of them below. This list is not comprehensive.

Cooking 4 Courage

Texans United For Freedom will host its eighth annual barbecue cookoff to raise funds and bring awareness to veterans, active military and first responders. The event will have guest speakers, food and craft vendors, a cornhole tournament, a kids cookoff, and live and silent auctions.

  • Nov. 10, 5 p.m; Nov. 11, 9 a.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • Unity Park, 19450 Unity Park Drive, Magnolia
  • www.tufffoundation.org

Second Saturday at The Depot

The Tomball Depot Plaza hosts Second Saturday with a Christmas movie, “The Grinch.” Children are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy a scavenger hunt and kid-friendly activities while supplies last. Attendees should bring lawn chairs, blankets and snacks.

  • Nov. 11, 5:30 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • Tomball Depot Plaza, 201 S. Elm St., Tomball
  • www.tomballtx.gov

Artist Meet and Greet with Kathy Wortham

Attendees will be able to visit with artist Kathy Wortham, learning about her technique, inspiration and experience during a meet and greet at Lone Star College-Tomball Community Library. Her work will also be on display.

Fall Flavors



Teens can visit the teen space in the library to make caramel apples and sample pumpkin spice treats.

Tomball Methodist Church Blood Drive

Tomball Methodist Church is hosting a blood drive through the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center.