Houston Family Magazine March 2023 Issue

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For 100 years, Miller Outdoor Theatre has delighted generations of audiences with the best in performing arts entertainment. And every performance free.

Join the season-long celebration.

Celebrate 100 years of WOW! Enjoy eight months of the best music, dance, theatre and more. Plus, four big events packed with fun for the whole family two hours prior to a live performance. Dress in themed attire. Enjoy costumed performers, live mural paintings, epic photo installations and more. All free!

MARCH 17 — SEASON OPENER: 8 PM

The Trinity Irish Dance Company

MARCH 18 — Special 100th Celebration: 6 PM, Performance, 8 PM

Return to the year it all started, 1923, with a roaring 20s extravaganza from 6 – 8 PM, capped off with a performance by the legendary Hot Sardines at 8 PM.

MARCH 24 — I am King: The Michael Jackson Experience: 8 PM

Located in Houston’s Hermann Park. Full season calendar, 100th event schedule and free ticket info at milleroutdoortheatre.com/celebratemiller

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As the curtain rises on the 100th Anniversary performance season at Miller Outdoor Theatre (MOT), The Miller Theatre Advisory Board has announced that Houstonians and visitors alike can expect eight months of exceptional cultural arts programming plus four stellar 100th celebratory events, all free of charge to the public

The 100th season kicks off March 17 when Irish eyes will smile when The Trinity Irish Dance Company brings their progressive Irish Dance to Houston for St. Patrick’s Day.

The following evening transports all to 1923, the “birth” of Miller Outdoor Theatre, complete with a celebratory roaring 20s themed extravaganza with Vaudeville performers, swing dance lessons, photo opportunities and more. Renovations and improvements will be made to the theatre’s fixed and hillside seating. Also, the creation of a signature entryway to the theatre will both welcome guests and facilitate smooth access in and out of the facility

As always, admission to MOT remains free to all.

Everyone is encouraged to make Miller memories during the 100th anniversary season.

'Twas the first day of Spring Break!!

By Pam Molnar

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My teens didn’t need a fancy trip to have a good time together The memories from that spring break would last in their hearts forever

Start your day with a morning stroll along the shores of McFaddin Beach or Sea Rim State Park. Then hike on shaded paths as you watch for colorful birds, experience the life and times of iconic rock ‘n roller, Janis Joplin, or soak up the sunshine as you sip on a locally made craft beer. It’s o cially Crawfish Season in Cajun Country! Home to a remarkable confluence of cultures and landscapes, there’s nowhere quite like this Texas Gulf Coast destination.

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Bulimia Nervosa

If you know the facts about an eating disorder called Bulimia nervosa, then you know that Jennifer should calmly and quietly pay closer attention to Kylie's behavior around eating and dieting.

Studies indicate that by their first year of college, 4.5 to 18 percent of women and 0.4 percent of men have a history of Bulimia.

In the United States, 5 to 10 million adolescent girls and women struggle with eating disorders and borderline eating conditions.

According to The Center For Mental Health Services, 90 percent of those who have eating disorders are women between the ages of 12 and 25.

Not Just the Girls

Boys and young men are also at risk for eating disorders. And eating disorders in boys and men, even if less frequent, may be on the rise Especially at risk, studies say, are boys on competitive sports teams, where members are under pressure to meet specific weights or stay physically fit, and also boys who are hypersensitive about physical appearance.

Bulimic behavior means binge eating and then attempting to rid the body of the food by purging (forcing yourself to throw up), by taking laxatives or diuretics, by fasting, or by compulsively exercising. Children who are overly concerned about their weight may take diet pills, smoke cigarettes, drink excessive amounts of diet soda, take stimulants, or try anything else that promises appetite suppression or rapid weight loss

1. Large amounts of foods consumed in short amounts of time. Food disappears suddenly from your kitchen or pantry. Packaging and wrappers appear in indoor or outdoor trash and recycling containers without your awareness that food was eaten. You find food packaging or wrappers in funny places, such as in bedroom closets or hidden under or behind furniture after you've noticed food missing

2 Purging behaviors. Your child retreats to a remote bathroom right after meals. You discover diet pills in your daughter's purse or diuretics in your son's sports bag. You find evidence of vomiting in the bathroom although no one in the house is sick You notice bloodshot eyes or broken blood vessels in your child's face shortly after mealtime

3 A fascination with fasting. You notice your child not eating for a day or even days at a time, possibly engaging in extreme behaviors like drinking large amounts of water or diet soda to suppress appetite. Your child exhibits dizziness or light-headedness from not eating.

4. Compulsive exercising. Your child often exercises right after eating, perhaps even early in the morning or late at night. You notice that periods of intense exercise come in fits and spurts rather than maintained sensibly over time. You notice a connection between the reward of food and the punishment of exercise afterwards

5 Secretiveness around eating and food. You may find multiple candy bar wrappers in an outdoor trash container You might hear your daughter awake at night rooting around in the kitchen cabinets. You notice that an ice cream container that was almost full yesterday in now almost empty.

6. Overeating. You suspect your child is eating emotionally or anxiously. He has a group of buddies who like to all "pig out" together after intense sports competitions. You wonder how your child seems to be eating so much without gaining weight You notice a pattern of bursts of overeating that did not exist before.

7. Mood changes and addictive behaviors. Does your child seem anxious, depressed or excessively moody lately? Sometimes eating disorders and mood disorders go hand-and-hand, and those who suffer from eating disorders may also be at higher risk for addictions. If a typically cheery child suddenly turns sour and becomes distant and depressed along with several of these other signs, get ready to offer help

Silent Killer

There is often nothing visible on the surface that will tip you off to an eating disorder, so you may need to become a detective to determine whether or not your child is suffering from one A Bulimic child may work hard to keep up appearances. She may fall into a normal category of weight for her age, take care with her appearance, and put a smile on her face to cover up behaviors she does not want you to notice But pay attention, because by the time you notice concrete physical signs, like discolored teeth or calluses on fingers, the disorder will already be in advanced stages.

Intervention Is Key

The best thing that can happen for a child with an eating disorder is early intervention and treatment, which is why it's important to try and catch patterns of Bulimic behavior as soon as possible Remember that eating disorders are painful and cause the sufferer to feel acute shame and self-disgust. If your child needs help, you want to be ready to provide it calmly and supportively without making a big fuss or taking the situation personally.

Professionals Required

Do not try to treat eating disorders at home. Seek professional help Do some homework and set up professional resources before you approach your child, so you can be ready to offer a course of helpful action. Contact your family doctor ahead of time and get the name of specialists in your area. Keep in mind that the best choice for a child feeling vulnerable and ashamed may be to seek out a treatment professional of the same gender with a gentle manner

Recovery Is Possible

Think of an eating disorder as a cry for help rather than a permanent condition With early intervention and treatment, and love and support from family and friends, Kylie has a good chance of making a full recovery. Then she and Jennifer and the whole family can feel close once again

Notes From A Young Black Chef

by Kwame Onwuachi

Food phenom Kwame Onwuachi tells the story of how ngenuity in the face of adversity enabled him to become a Top Chef star and executive chef of Kith/Kin in Washington D C

How To Raise A Feminist Son by Sonora Jha

Both an incredibly moving mother-son love story and a parenting manual with concrete advice and actionable takeaways for feminists of all stripes.

Talk with Her: A Dad's Essential Guide to Raising Healthy, Confident, and Capable

Daughters by Kimberly Wolf

A Houston author provides information on 19 topics defining your daughter's life along with the communication strategies you'll need to address them with care and confidence

Two Truths and A Lie by April Henry

When a troupe of theater students get stranded in a creepy old motel during a blizzard, they play a game that eads to real danger when a murderer is discovered in their midst

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It is a great occasion for parents to address one of It is a great occasion for parents to address one of the most vexing the most vexing questions: how do we inspire our questions: how do we inspire our boys to enjoy reading as much as our girls? boys to enjoy reading as as our girls? Experts suggest that parents do the following to Experts suggest that parents do the following to make boys into lifelong readers: make boys into lifelong readers:

Make Reading Material Available Make Reading Material Available

One way to inspire boys to read, says Dr. Patricia

One way to inspire boys to read, says Dr Patricia Furstenberg, a medical doctor and children’s book Furstenberg, a medical doctor and children’s book author, is simply to “leave reading material around author, is simply to “leave reading material around the house ” Melissa Fenton, a children’s librarian, the house.” Melissa Fenton, a children’s librarian, agrees She recommends that parents “keep agrees She recommends that parents “keep books all over the house, in all the places your boys books all over the house, in all the places your boys will be; by their bedside, on the breakfast table to will be; by their bedside, on the breakfast table to encourage reading over cereal, on coffee tables, encourage reading over cereal, on coffee tables, end tables, and even in the bathroom ” She even end tables, and even in the bathroom.” She even suggests that parents create a book display corner suggests parents create a book display corner and highlight seasonal and holiday titles, like and highlight seasonal and holiday titles, like bookstores do to entice customers. The message bookstores do to entice customers The message should be clear: reading is fun, and there’s a lot of should be clear: reading is fun, and there’s a lot of it to be enjoyed it to enjoyed.

Help Find Interesting Things To Read Help Find Interesting Things To Read

Help your sons find reading materials that Help your sons find reading materials that interests them

Drs Paula Schwanenflugel and interests them. Drs. Paula Schwanenflugel and Nancy Knapp, the authors of The Psychology of Nancy Knapp, the authors of The Psychology of Reading, say that parents should “let boys choose, Reading, say that parents should “let boys choose, and help them find, the kind of books and other and help them find, the kind of books and other materials they want to read ” While you don’t want materials they want to read ” While you don’t want to unnecessarily limit your sons’ reading interests, to unnecessarily limit your sons’ reading interests, studies show that boys prefer to read about topics studies show that boys prefer to topics that relate to their lives, interests, and imagination. that relate to their lives, interests, and imagination

Dr. Jeff Wilhelm, a professor of English Education, Dr Jeff Wilhelm, a professor of English Education, sums it up well: “boys like to read what’s toolish, sums it up well: “boys like to read what’s toolish, not schoolish,” meaning that “boys prefer reading not schoolish,” meaning that “boys prefer reading things that have something they can immediately things that have something they can immediately use, talk about, argue about, or do something use, talk about, argue about, or do something with.” with ”

Take Them To The Library Take Them To The

As Dr. Furstenberg says, “let your son wander As Dr Furstenberg says, “let your son wander around the library, pick a book and sit down to around the library, pick a book and sit down to page through it ” Ms Fenton agrees, suggesting page through it ” Ms Fenton agrees, suggesting that parents should make visit to the library “a that parents should make visit to the library “a family habit, and as common as a regular visit to family habit, and as common as a regular visit to the grocery store.” Young boys can browse shelves the grocery store ” Young boys can browse shelves with picture books on their own, while older boys with picture books on their own, while older boys can read book summaries and use the electronic can read book summaries and use the electronic catalogue to search for books that they find to search for books that they find interesting In a nutshell, going to the library interesting. In a nutshell, going to the library shouldn’t be something for rare or special shouldn’t be something for rare or special occasions, but rather a regular activity that your occasions, but rather a regular activity that your entire family looks forward to doing together entire family looks forward to doing together

Let Your Sons See You Read Let Your Sons See You Read

Dr. Margaret Merga, a literacy researcher, says that Dr Merga, a literacy researcher, says that parents serve as role models for their sons: “let parents serve as role models for their sons: “let them see you read for pleasure ” Dr Furstenberg them see you read for pleasure.” Dr. Furstenberg agrees: “children often mimic what they see, not agrees: “children what they see, not what they hear and we, as parents, are our what they hear and we, as parents, are our children’s mirrors.” Instead of reading just when children’s mirrors ” Instead of reading just when you’re alone having a quiet time, let your sons see you’re alone having a quiet time, let your sons see you absorbed in reading a book or magazine It’ll you absorbed in reading a book or magazine. It’ll inspire them to read, too inspire them to read, too.

Expand Your Idea Of What Counts Expand Your Idea Of What Counts As Reading As Reading

Take them to the library and let them explore

Take them to the library and let them explore available books and collections. available books and collections

Finally, but not least importantly, don’t think that Finally, but not least importantly, think that only “serious” literature counts as reading. Ms. only “serious” literature counts as reading Ms Fenton says that “just because your son isn’t Fenton says that “just because your son isn’t devouring thick fiction chapter books at all times devouring thick fiction chapter books at all times doesn’t mean he isn’t reading quality material For doesn’t mean he isn’t reading quality material. For boys, consider many different forms of written boys, consider many different of written word as reading; comic books, manga, joke books, word as reading; comic books, manga, joke books, magazines, and even blogs.” Jon Scieszka, a magazines, and even blogs ” Jon Scieszka, a children’s book author, agrees: “let boys know that children’s book author, agrees: “let boys know that nonfiction reading is reading Magazines, nonfiction reading is reading. Magazines, newspapers, websites, biographies, science books, newspapers, websites, biographies, science books, comic books, graphic novels are all reading comic books, graphic novels are all reading material.” Accept newer, alternative forms of material ” Accept newer, alternative forms of reading, like audiobooks “If your son insists on reading, like audiobooks “If your son insists on having earbuds in his ears all the time,” says Ms having earbuds in his ears all the time,” says Ms. Fenton, “have him try an audiobook ” Fenton, “have him try an audiobook.”

IS YOUR CHILD READY FOR SLEEPAWAY CAMP?

By Jill Morgenstern

Ask these

8 questions to help you decide:

My son was begging to go to sleepaway camp at age six. Knowing the fun his older sister was having, he wanted to go at an earlier age than I was willing to send him.

My youngest daughter, on the other hand, still has some trepidation even at age ten. Like so many parenting decisions, there is no “one size fits all” method of determining if a child is ready for the adventure of sleepaway camp.

Does your child want to even attend sleepaway camp?

Even though the experience will be entirely new to your child, many children have a good internal sense of whether they are equipped to spend time away from home. A child who is clamoring to be sent away to camp is giving a clear signal that they are ready for the new experience

How does your child handle unfamiliar social situations?

Camp can be a great place to make lifelong friends Spending so many hours together encourages closeness and bonding But If your child does not make friends easily, he or she may be more comfortable attending camp with a friend for the first time or perhaps waiting.

Have they been to friends' houses overnight or stayed with relatives?

If your child has fun at sleepovers or staying overnight with grandparents, this can indicate readiness for sleepaway camp The flexibility required to fall asleep in an unfamiliar bed is a necessity. Your child may be bringing their own bedding to camp and any comfort objects such as a special stuffy or pillow. In any case if they have slept away from home before, they can probably also do it at camp

How does your child react to differences in bedtime routine?

Michelle Renfrow, a licensed professional counselor who spent 12 years working at Greene Family Camp, admits that bedtime can sometimes be difficult. “I have found that bedtime tends to be the time in which most children experience homesickness It's quieter in their cabins and they have time to calm down. They are exhausted from an amazing day of fun and excitement and that's when their brain starts to think about home Especially if there is a bedtime routine that they are missing because they are not in their own house.” But, she says, “Many camps address these types of issues ahead of time to help their staff create a successful bedtime routine for their campers ”

Does your child know how to take care of his or her personal hygiene?

Counselors will remind children to shower and brush their teeth, but your child should know how to do these things independently after the reminders. Says Renfrow, “During staff week our staff are trained on working with their campers on personal hygiene issues. They schedule time into their campers day for hygiene and are taught how to keep an eye on kids who are not taking care of themselves.”

Is your child able to ask an adult for help?

The more comfortable your child feels asking for help, the better prepared they’ll be seeking adult assistance away from you Most children practice this ability at school or while over at a friend's house. This is an essential skill at summer camp because although the counselors are doing their best to ensure each child’s safety, well being, and general happiness, your child may need to speak up for themselves at some point during the session.

Does your child take direction well?

It’s true that the goal of summer camp is oriented toward having fun, but there are still rules to be followed both for safety’s sake and to ensure a good time for everyone. Campers will be expected to go to bed at lights out, follow a schedule, and participate in activities Certainly no child can be well behaved all of the time, but a general willingness to follow instructions can be helpful.

However, strong willed children can also have a great camp experience. Says Renfrow, “If you're sending your child to a camp specifically designed towards something that they are connected to or are trying to accelerate in like a gymnastics camp or a coding Camp, then you are more likely to have a successful experience no matter what the personality type.”

How independent is your child?

Some children are raring to get out and explore the world sooner than others. The more independent your child is in general, the earlier he or she may be ready for sleepaway camp. Either way you may notice that your child comes home a bit more independent each time that they spend a session at sleepaway camp.

Many children relish the camp experience and want to return year after year It can help your child build incredible memories Some camps offer a weekend at camp during the school year where your child can put their toe in the water without making a huge commitment. And while no single one of these questions can determine for certain whether or not your child is ready to sleep away at camp, they are all worth considering as summertime approaches.

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281.565.1388

Ages

Spanish, French, Mandarin Chinese, Sign Language & English immersion summer camps. Learning another language has never been so much fun! Our innovative summer camp is offered at multiple locations and schedules. Payment plans are available. June 6 - August 19, 2022.

LONESTARFLIGHT.ORG

346.708.3517

#PlaneAwesome A variety of camps for all ages and aviation interests! Crafty Aircraft, Aces & Legends, Aero Derby Dash, Fly Girls, Go Zero

Pilot Maker, and Advanced Pilot Training! Visit LoneStarFlight.org for details!

MATHNASIUM.COM

281.465.4990

Customized and individualized math tutoring for students of all abilities between Pre-K and 12th grade. We work to instill confidence and a love a math in each of our students. We have memberships and availability to fit any and all schedules.

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ENVISIONEXPERIENCE.COM

512.275.4040

Ages 8 - 1 8

Experience life-changing moments with Worldstrides. Immerse your child in the learning journey of their dreams! These programs give kids a taste of future careers in veterinary science, medicine, and more.

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CONNOLYDANCEARTS.COM

281.693.1232

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Ages 3 - 1 4

Connolly Dance Arts is a leader in the Katy, Texas community. We are committed to providing dance education for everyone. We nurture our students by providing a safe place for our students to learn and celebrate the art of dance. We believe in diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our program and classes.

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CORDOVANARTSCHOOL.COM

512.275.4040

Ages 5 - 1 6

LIVE LIFE IN COLOR at CORDOVAN ART SCHOOL this Spring & Summer with the best creative Art Camps in the Houston area! Select from over 40 themed camps and experience mixed media of all kinds at 4 locations around Houston!

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PEARLMFA.ORG

281.376.6322

Ages 5 - 1 6

Inspire your child’s creativity! Weekly themed art camps explore mediums, techniques and principles of art, including time in the museum galleries and with guest artists. Plus, check out our NEW Visual/Theater Arts Camp!

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DISCOVERY-SCHOOLHOUSE.COM

281.698.7234

Ages 0 - 1 2

Discovery Schoolhouse provides educational preschool child care. They also offer a wide range of educational programs for children from 6 weeks to 5 yrs old and before and after school care for children 5 - 12 yrs old.

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GODDARDSCHOOL.COM

281-392-1212

Ages 0 - 12

Fun, exciting and healthy learning at our Before & After School Program!

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PRIMROSESCHOOLS.COM

281.693.7711

Ages 5 - 10

We believe that who children become is as important as what they know. The Primrose core belief of nurturing balance among mind, body and heart is integrated in our Balanced Learning® approach.

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Ages 5 - 15

Located all around Houston, our camps place special emphasis on youth choice, achievment and a sense of belonging. Activities include sports, outdoor games, creative and performing arts, archery, engineering and nature exploration.

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WISELYMUSICLEARNING.COM 281.581.8070

Ages 4 - 14

Head to the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center for fun-filled, week-long camps that explore the natural world through active, hands-on indoor and outdoor adventures. o u s t o n A r b o r e t u m HOUSTONARBORETUM.ORG 713.681.8433

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CAMPCHAMPIONS.COM

830.598.2571

Ages 6 - 17

Camp Champions has created a tradition of excellence since 1967. With the facility and staff expected from a premier camp, Champions is distinguished by a developmental focus on building strong kids.

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CAMPHUAWNI.COM

936.254.3223

Ages 6 - 17

Nestled in the Piney Woods of E Texas, Camp Huawni is a traditional, throwback summer camp for boys and girls We’ve crafted exceptional summers since 1965, cultivating an environment where friendships and creativity thrive

G i r l S c o u n t s o f S a n J a c i n t o

GSSJC.ORG

713.292.0300

Ages 5 - 1 7

The Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council is proud to celebrate 100 years of building girls of courage, confidence and character that make the world a better place. We offer 2 locations in the Conroe area and one in Seabrook. Enjoy traditional camp activities like swimming, archery, STEM, adventure course, sailing, horseback riding and more. Activities vary by camp.

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KANAKUK.COM

417.266.3000

Ages 6 - 1 8

Kanakuk is a premier Christian summer sports camp experience for kids ages 6–18 with locations in Branson and Lampe, Missouri. Its five overnight camps provide kids with fun, safe sports and outdoor camping experiences that develop them spiritually, physically, emotionally and socially.

Ages 3 - 16

713.960.8989

Since 1994 Kidventure has provided the finest in Summer Day and Overnight Camps for thousands of Houston children ages 3-16. Helping grow your child through the power of camp.

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YMCACAMPCULLEN.ORG

336.409.7938

Ages 7 - 17

Your camper is in for a week filled with enriching outdoor adventure that includes dozens of activities and specialty tracks, allowing them to choose their own activities, including horseback riding and water sports. There is a new theme each week, offering a fun and festive atmosphere for your camper’s stay.

Ages 6 - 17

713.410.6655

Alliance Fencing Academy - International Fencing School Safe, Smart, Unique and Great workout! Home of 3 Olympians, 4 World Champions, and over 40 US National Champions Enrollment is open now in Houston & The Woodlands

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Ages 6 - 17

Register today so your children can have the summer of a lifetime In a single, action-packed week, your children will enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, daily worship and bible study sessions

IAMFAMILYMARTIALARTS.COM 832.743.0567

Ages 6 - 17

Spring's BEST Summer Camp is the best choice in Spring! Now your child can benefit from a movement based Summer Camp designed specifically with families in mind

Ages 3 - 1 6

Since 1994 Kidventure has provided the finest in Summer Day and Overnight Camps for thousands of Houston children ages 3 16 Helping grow your child

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TX.LALLANADA.COM

940.284.5573

Ages 4 - 1 0

We create opportunities that allow them to grow in a safe and super fun environment, where positive human interactions and the design of our program enhance the best characteristics of their personality, distinguishing themselves as Llanada Campers.

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TEXASKICKBOXING.COM

281.347.8624

Ages 6 - 1 7

Give Your Kids the Lifelong Gifts of Personal Success, Confidence, Discipline and Self-Defense Martial arts classes normally makes you think of self-defense, being strong, fit and safe. The truth is, it’s all that and WAY more!

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YMCAHOUSTON.ORG

281.531.6088

Ages 5 - 15

Located all around Houston, our camps place special emphasis on youth choice, achievment and a sense of belonging. Activities include sports and outdoor games, creative and performing arts, archery, engineering and nature exploration

A l l e y T h e a t r e ALLEYTHEATRE.ORG

713.315.5408

Ages 5- 14

Each camp session explores big ideas and questions connected to award-winning children’s books through three class rotations: acting/storytelling, movement, and makerspace. Alley Play Makers culminates in a joyous, celebratory performance that demonstrates our campers’ learning for parents and friends.

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THEGRAND.COM

713.524.3622

Ages 4 - 17

This year’s production is Little Mermaid There will be a live performance on July 21, 2023, at 6 PM as part of the camp. Family and friends are invited to attend. This residency is set up as a theatre day camp When your child’s character is not in rehearsal they will be engaged in different activities that are related to the performance.

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MAINSTREETTHEATER.COM

713.524.3622

Ages 4 - 17

MST Summer Camp has 4 locations across the Greater Houston Area: Rice Village, the Museum District, Midtown, and Bellaire Ages 4 – high school Plays, dances, prop-making Creative, collaborative, FUN!

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STAGEWORKSHOUSTON.ORG

281.587.6100

Ages 2 - 12

Ages 2 - 12

Whether your student is looking for something fun to do, needs help developing confidence and courage, or wants to develop acting and singing skills, our Academy is just for you!

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Camp Champions

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Christian Youth Theater

Club Sci Kidz

Code Wiz Katy

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Connolly Dance Arts

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Discovery SchoolHouse

Forest Glen Camp & Retreat

Girl Scouts of San Jacinto

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Ivy Kids of Cinco Ranch

Kidventure

La Llanada of Texas

Lone Star Flight Museum

Mathnasium of the Woodlands

Primrose School of Cinco Ranch

Renewal by Anderson

StageWorks Theatre

Vortexic Martial Arts

Wisely Music Learning

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YMCA of Greater Houston & More

W h e n H i s t o r y M e e t s F a s h i o n

If you are looking to experience Texas History at a museum that has something for every member of your family, even those who prefer rhinestones and sequins over saddles and spurs, The Bryan Museum has you covered. This Texas History museum, once the Galveston Orphan’s Home, tells the story of the settlement of the west through its permanent collection of over 70,000 artifacts.

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Grow a leprechaun Grow a leprechaun

Decorate a terra cotta pot with a leprechaun face. Decorate a terra cotta pot with a leprechaun face. Fill the pot with soil and add shamrock seeds Fill the pot with soil and add shamrock seeds

(found online at Amazon com) Place the pot in a (found online at Amazon com) Place the pot in a sunny place and watch the “hair” of your sunny place and watch the “hair” of your Leprechaun grow. Leprechaun grow.

Watch Irish movies together Watch Irish movies together

Try “The Secret of Roan Inish,” “The Magical Try “The Secret of Roan Inish,” “The Magical Legend of the Leprechauns” or “The Luck of the Legend of the Leprechauns” or “The Luck of the Irish.” Irish.”

Live a greener life Live a greener life

Use this “green” month to teach your children how Use this “green” month to teach your children how their efforts can help the environment. Conserve their efforts can help the environment. Conserve water by taking shorter showers, save energy by water by taking shorter showers, save energy by shutting off electronics when not in use, and walk shutting off electronics when not in use, and walk instead of drive when possible instead of drive when possible

Make Irish soda bread Make Irish soda bread

Research your family tree even if you don’t have Irish roots

Start with a free trial on Ancestry com and see how far back you can trace your family’s history You may be surprised to find a few leprechauns hanging out in your family tree.

Make rainbow cupcakes

Prepare a box of white cake mix as directed Place equal amounts of the batter in six separate bowls Add food coloring to each bowl to make yellow, orange, red, green, blue and purple batter. Spoon equal amounts of the colored batter into a prepared muffin tin Do not mix Bake as directed Decorate with green icing and yellow mini chocolate candies to represent the gold at the end of the rainbow.

Incorporate a green vegetable into your dinner plan

Combine 4 cups of flour, 4 tablespoons of white sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 tablespoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon of salt and ½ cup of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of salt and ½ cup of softened margarine in a bowl Add 1 cup of softened margarine in a bowl Add 1 cup of buttermilk, 1 egg and 1 cup of raisins (optional) and buttermilk, 1 egg and 1 cup of raisins (optional) and mix well. Knead dough slightly and form into a mix well. Knead dough slightly and form into a round Place on baking sheet Cut “X” in bread top round Place on baking sheet Cut “X” in bread top and brush with 1 egg white Bake for 45 to 50 and brush with 1 egg white Bake for to minutes at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). minutes at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Combine 4 cups of flour, 4 tablespoons of white

Try broccoli, Brussels sprouts, peas, spinach, asparagus, cucumbers and green beans. Tell your kids that leprechauns love everything green and that you made some of their favorite meals. It’s a great way to get them to try new veggies For really picky eaters, offer a chocolate gold coin chaser as a reward for trying

Make your own green flowers

H Have the leprechaun visit while you sleep ave the leprechaun visit while you sleep

Similar to the Elf on the Shelf, the leprechaun

Similar to the Elf on the Shelf, the leprechaun comes by every night to do mischievous things like comes by every night to do mischievous things like empty the tissue box or hide the remote. empty the tissue box or hide the remote.

Hunt for four leaf clovers Hunt for four leaf clovers

If the weather doesn’t allow, get crafty by creating If the weather doesn’t allow, get crafty by creating your own by cutting a green pepper in the middle, your own by cutting a green pepper in the middle, paint the edges and make clover stamps. paint the edges and make clover stamps.

Buy a bouquet of white carnations. Fill a vase with water and several drops of green food coloring

Make a fresh cut in the bottom of the flower stem before placing them in the vase. Watch as the green food coloring slowly makes it way up the stem and into the white flower turning the pedals green

Share your blessings with someone else

Luck

of the Irish Luck of the Irish

Pull out the cards, board games or video games

Pull out the cards, board games or video games and challenge your family to see who has the luck and challenge your family to see who has the luck of the Irish. of the Irish.

Although the December holidays are over, the need for volunteers and charitable gifts are still vital Use your family’s time and talents to give back to the community

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Washed Ashore: Art to Save The Sea (through March 12)

Washed Ashore’s huge sculptures are constructed entirely of plastic collected from beaches and designed to demonstrate the scale of plastic pollution

19 locations across Galveston Island Every Day All ages visitgalveston.com/events/wash ed-ashore-art-to-save-the-sea/

Let’s Make Art! At-Home Art Making (boredom buster) Follow along with downloadable step-by-step instructions and how-to videos featuring artists and educators as they guide you in fun art-making activities to do at home with your family Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Anytime All ages mfah.org/programs/families/

Become A Published Author or Illustrator

Publishing is a powerful incentive for learning and is a unique way to validate that a child’s voice should be heard Deadline for submissions is April 2023 Age: 3rd-12th grades www.iwrite.org or email contest@iwrite.org

Japan Junction

Kids of all ages will enjoy expanding their cultural horizons through kamishibai “ paper drama” storytelling and fun crafts that highlight Japanese traditions from origami to woodblock print making and more! Levy Park, 4:30p All ages levyparkhouston org/calendar

The Department of Wonder, Town Center, Sugar Land

Experience starts inside the Light Hunter's Emporium All day All ages www.deptofwonder.com

Last call! Cirque du Soleil Kooza

Enchant the whole family with the story of an innocent and charming clown who strives to find his own place in the world Sam Houston Race Park, Times vary All ages Tickets start at $49 www.cirquedusoleil.com/kooza 2

Alligator Feedings at DFC

Everyone is welcome to watch as the DFNC team feeds some of our favorite friends every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday Delores Fenwick Center, 11am All ages pearlandtx.gov/departments/pa rks-recreation/facilities/deloresfenwick-nature-center

Sensory Friendly Day at the Rodeo Houston

Enjoy the Rodeo on select days for a sensory friendly experience During this time, there will be minimal lights and sounds permitted in the carnival NRG Stadium All day All ages Admission ticket is required www.rodeohouston.com

Blue Willow Storytime

Join us each Thursday as we read stories, sing songs, and do an art activity The themes change weekly 9:30am Age: toddlers and preschoolers www bluewillowbookshop com

Shadow Puppet TheatreWhat Am I?:

Children will learn what makes Texas special, from the cowboy to the armadillo, in this “What Am I?” format This is the perfect story to celebrate the Lone Star State!

Children’s Museum, The Woodlands 11am All ages woodlandschildrensmuseum.org

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Watch the Bats at Waugh Bridge Bat Colony

An estimated 300,000 Mexican freetailed bats emerge from the Waugh Bridge every evening at dusk to find food Waugh Bridge, between Allen Pkwy & Memorial Dr @ Dusk All ages www.Buffalobayou.org

The Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Feb 28 - Mar 19th RodeoHouston.com

Movie Night at the LSF Top Gun:

Maverick

Celebrate the ultimate wingmen! Enjoy the big screen, along with pizza, drinks & adult bevs for adults

Full museum access and a little pilots zone with games and activities

BYOC bring your own chair Become a member to benefit from special events all year round Lone Star Flight Museum, 5pm All ages www.lonestarflight.org/events/me mber-movie-night-top-gunmaverick/

Fish Fry Fridays

A delicious seafood platter is a great reason to head out onto the green at the Moody Gardens Golf Course Walk-ins are welcome! For info or table booking, call 409 683 1205 $21 95 per person, Pelican Grill at Moody Gardens Gold Course, 5pm All ages www.moodygardens.com

Waterway nights: concert series (every Saturday)

Enjoy live music by local and regional performers in the picturesque setting of Waterway Square at Waterway Nights

The Woodlands Town Center 6:30-8:30pm All ages thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

Trail Mix Magic Show for Kids

Features live music, magic, and more! Join us trailside as AndyRoo takes you on an adventure through the AndyRooniverse along with magicians Dave and Jake Rangel

MKT Houston, 600 N Shepherd Dr 10am All ages themkt.com/event-details/trailmix-18

Volleyball Association Season

Games on the beach

Head down to the beach Bring the family for a walk or hop on your bike and stop to check out the teams volleying for the win

East Beach, Galveston 9am first game All ages www.Galveston.com

Screen on the Green - Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Calling all bookworms: Books on the Bayou

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Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (every Sunday)

Take the family out to connect our community to local foods through year-round weekly farmers markets, food access initiatives, school gardens and health & food education opportunities The Depot on Market, 9am-1pm. All ages. www.galvestonhistory.org/event /galvestons-own-farmersmarket/2023-03-05

Family Zone

On selected Sundays, families are invited to visit the MFAH Family Zone You’ll find engaging gallery activities with coloring sheets, colored pencils, books, and more Museum of Fine Arts, Houston 1-4pm All ages www.mfah.org/calendar

Battleship Texas Dry Dock Tours

Check out Battleship Texas up close and out of the water! There are limited tours on the dry dock These are guided tours that are about an hour long, walking on the dry dock deck Gulf Copper Dry Dock & Rig Repair, 8am Age: 16+ or must be with an adult Tickets $150 www.visitgalveston.com

Spring Break Pass: One pass three parks (March 3-19)

Get your posse together for unlimited visits to the Downtown Aquarium Houston, Kemah Boardwalk and Galveston Island Pleasure Pier 10a-10p All ages www.aquariumrestaurants.com/ downtownaquariumhouston/

Book Reading: Jarrett & Jerome Pumphrey, Link + HUD: Heroes by a Hair

We are very excited to welcome Jarrett and Jerome Pumphrey to Houston to celebrate their new book, Link + Hud: Heroes by a Hair Virtual Must register Blue Willow Bookshop, 5p All ages www.bluewillowbookshop.com

The Menil Collection

Located in the heart of Houston, this impressive collection is located in several buildings nestled between pocket parks and outdoor sculptures, a perfect setting for picnic lunch 1533 Sul Ross St , 11a-7p every day All ages Free www.menil.org

First Tuesdays at the Houston Zoo

You’ll need a free ticket to enter the gates, so get them online and skip the ticket lines 9a-5p (Sept-May)

All ages

www.houstonzoo.org

How-Dee WonderWeek

Saddle-up and mosey on down to the Museum for all kinds of Texan crafts and activities that’ll get your spurs spinning 10a-6p All ages

Admission ticket is required

www.cmhouston.org

Babies and Books

A story time designed to prepare your child for reading readiness

Bellaire Neighborhood Library 10am Infants – Toddlers

www.bellairetx.gov

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Happy Women’s Day

Community Day at the Rodeo

Enjoy an additional discount on Wednesday. The celebration includes buy one get one rides a games, discounted food and beverage offerings and commun activations All guests will enjoy free admission to the Park until noon NRG Stadium, 10a All ages www.rodeohouston.com

Rienzi & Bayou Bend: History Book Club (In the Shadow of the Empress: The Defiant Lives of Maria Theresa, Mother of Marie Antoinette, and Her Daughters by Nancy Goldstone) This unique book club is inspired by history Bayou Bend and Rienzi present free discussions about books on life in America and Europe in the 18th and 19th centuries Virtual Age: 16+ www.mfah.org/visit

Private Houston Mural Instagram Tour by Cart

Explore Houston’s colorful side and get a collection of Insta-worthy photos along the way $55 9a+ www.joyrideus.com

Farmers Market Farmers Market

Houston Rodeo

Discovery Green, Houston Beach Volleyball

Blue Willow Blue Willow Bookshop, Houston Bookshop, Houston

Battleship Tour Battleship Tour

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Fly in the for the day Admission tickets includes all the permanent exhibits Lone Star Flight Museum, All day All ages www.lonestarflight.org/events/ 5-thursdays-at-lsfm/

It's Free to Visit the Health Museum Every Thursday

Always wondered what goes on at the health Museum? Check it out on Thursdays for FREE from 2p7p All Ages www thehealthmuseum org

Cistern History Tours

(free every Thursday)

Learn about the architecture of this unique space and the history of Houston’s water system during a guided 30-minute tour Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern, 105 Sabine Street, 10a-5p Reservations are required All ages www.buffalobayou.org

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AnimeVerse Fest (Mar 10-12)

AnimeVerse Fest looks to bring you the biggest names from all of anime under one roof! Bring out your favorite cosplay and get ready for an unforgettable show! Pasadena Convention Center

$20+ Check for times All ages www.animeversefest.com

Tot Shabbat and Open Gym (every Friday)

Enjoy songs, crafts and laughing with your little one Evelyn Rubenstein JCC 10:30a-Noon Age Under 5 www.erjcchouston.org

Fresh Floral Design Class at Nordstrom in The Woodlands

Join Chelsie Broussard for a fun afternoon of tips and tricks of the floral design trade and floral class 10a-12p at Nordstrom, $67 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ fresh-floral-design-class-atnordstrom-in-the-woodlandstx-tickets-528557217867

FUNomenal Friday at The Rink

The Rink: Rolling at Discovery Green is open through March 17

Enjoy Houston’s only outdoor roller rink! Starting @ 7p $10+

All ages discoverygreen.com/therink

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51st Annual BBP Regatta

Watch the largest kayak and canoe race in Texas Buffalo Bayou, 7:30a-2p All ages Free for spectators www.buffalobayou.org

Downtown Houston St. Patrick's Day Parade

With about a hundred marching units, St Patrick's Day Parade in Houston is recognized among the largest parades throughout the state A pleasant bonus is an after-party held in Market Square Park The program features live music, mouth-watering delicacies, games, and lots of fun activities Parade route starts at Market Square, Noon All ages www.rove.me/to/houston/st-patricks-day-parade

62nd Annual Houston St. Patrick's Parade and Celebration

Come enjoy a day full of games, food, performances, drinks and a spectacular St Patty's Day parade that will start and conclude at POST Southwest Parking Lot, 12p - 8p All ages www.theposthtx.com

Drop-In Experience: Pipe Cleaner Portraits

Create a three-dimensional portrait with pipe cleaners inspired by the work featured in the exhibition, Where Do We Go From Here? Contemporary Arts Museum, 1-4pm All ages www.camh.org

Book Fest on the Green

This celebration offers a unique Storybook Opera performance, readings from local authors, arts and crafts, free books and lots of fun! 10a-2p All ages www.Discoverygreen.com

Opening Day - Dinos Alive!

Calling all Dino fans! Embark on a Jurassic journey for an up-close and personal experience with some of the planet’s most feared & amazing creatures in this exhibit featuring over 20 life-like animatronic dinosaurs, including the star of the show, a full-sized T Rex 10a-5p All ages Admission ticket is required www.moodygardens.com

16th Annual Creekwood Fishing

Bring your fishing poles and the bait will be provided! T-Shirts are given on first come, first served basis Prizes awarded for longest, heaviest, and smallest fish caught Creekwood Park and Pond, The Woodlands 8-10am All ages www.woodlandsonline.com

2nd Saturday Depot

Crafts, games & other activities followed by a movie under the stars in the park Movies begin at dark & you're welcome to bring a picnic dinner, and your furry friends too! Historic Tomball Depot, 4p All ages www.tomballtx.gov

A Haunted Park in the Dark Your ghost tour guide will share spine-tingling stories, facts & history as you visit all of the beautiful monuments, waterways, & scenery around Hermann Park during this ghost tour. Meeting point is at Sam Houston Statue at N side of the park, 8:30p All ages www.houstonghosttour.com/tours/houston-tour

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Spring Forward into the season of growth and renewal with Houston Plant Market! Enjoy an open-air market featuring Houston's finest growers, gardeners, artisans, crafters, and MORE. Head to the Houston Plant Market Heart of Hou Community tent for a Springtime Scavenger Hunt adventure around M-K-T! 12p-6p All ages www.themkt.com

The Heights Mercantile Market

Head to the Heights Mercantile every second and fourth Sunday for a classic farmers market with a unique twist Heights Mercantile (714 Yale St - good place to park)

9a-1p All ages www.heightsmercantile.com/hei ghts-mercantile-markets

Kayak Rentals @ Kinder Lake

Kayaking on Kinder Lake at Discovery Green® is a fun and easy way to try out this water sport beneath the shadow of the Houston skyline Leisurely paddle around the shallow Kinder Lake and enjoy all the fish swimming beneath the surface Discovery Green 11a-5p (weather permitting) $5 gets you two laps around lake www.bayoucityadventures.org

Enjoy the sports of Kings at the Houston Polo Club

Book a riding lesson The Polo Club offers Wester, English, Hunter, Jumper and Dressage pleasure riding Houston Polo Club, Riding lessons subject to availability Age: 7+ www.houstonpoloclub.com/ridi ng-lessons/

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Dolphin Sightseeing Tour in Galveston with a Guide

Set sail from the harbor and spend time searching for these playful creatures with a tour guide Board a covered vessel, perfect for keeping you cool under the Texan sun, and learn about the ecology of the area while you sail $28 60+ Check for times All ages www.viator.com

Farm Fun @ Blessington Farm 20+ Activities included with General Admission Starting @ $18+ Check for times All ages www.blessingtonfarms.com

Thursdays at the Lone Star Flight Museum

Explore Abilities at CMH

Explore Abilities gives families the opportunity to enjoy the entire Museum at their own pace and also participate in the special activities occurring that day Children’s Museum of Houston 10a-3p All ages www.cmhouston.org/events/ex plore-abilities-day-2

Bubbles and Board Games

Fun for the littles Evelyn's Park, Bellaire FREE 11a-12p www.Evelynspark.org

Head to Port Arthur for the day Sea Rim State Park has 5 2 miles of Gulf shoreline and 4,000 acres of marshlands Enjoy a scenic coastal jaunt along the natural beach From these beaches you’ll experience exotic birds, fresh and saltwater fish and the state’s densest alligator populations Rent a kayak and paddle one of the Park’s trails, from the 1 79-mile easy trail to the 9 59-mile advanced trail Experience beach side primitive camping, shore and marsh boardwalks, crabbing, fishing and more!

www.visitportarthurtx.com

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Get some fresh air at Armand Bayou Nature Center

Know what you could use? An afternoon on two thousand acres of lush nature preserve that spans three distinct ecosystems: forest, coastal, prairie, and bayou Armand Bayou Nature Center All day All ages www.abnc.org

Family Storytime & Craft

Family Storytime features a story followed by a craft that accompanies the reading All craft supplies are included as a part of this free program Levy Park, 10a Age: under 5 www.levyparkhouston.org

Get your groove on at Seismique (open everyday)

Get carried away in this interactive museum and immersive art experience 2306 S Texas 6, 77077 10a-9p depending on the day All ages Admission ticket is required www.seismique.com

Explore Natures Networks at Houston Botanic Gardens

Steve Tobin’s Intertwined: Exploring Nature’s Networks

20 monumental sculptures dramatically capture the unseen power of the natural world while celebrating the important systems that give life to the Botanic Garden’s tropical, sub-tropical, and arid collections All day All ages Admission tickets required www hbg org

Head Back in Time at Houston Public Library

If you ’ re into local history, there are professional archivists who make exploring the old photographs, maps, manuscripts & architectural drawings very interesting 550 McKinney St Every day

All ages www.Houstonlibrary.org

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History Meets

Fashion at Mardi Gras Exhibit

The sparkling costumes and capes worn by revelers during Mardi Gras season bathe the parties and parades in a dazzling wash of color The Bryan Museum is pleased to showcase their 3rd annual Mardi Gras exhibition focusing on the people who conceive and create these extravagant looks Bryan Museum

10a-5p All ages www.thebryanmuseum.org

Take a selfie in front of the Water Wall

This oasis will keep you cool on a smoldering summer day Bring a ball and some snacks, there’s lots of room for the kids to get their wiggles out 2800 Post Oak Blvd

All day All ages Free www.uptown-houston.com

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Blast off from Nasa

Known around the world as the home of NASA Mission Control, International Space Station Mission Control and astronaut training, go behind the scenes to see NASA Johnson Space Center

10a-5p All ages Admission ticket is required spacecenter.org/visitorinformation

SLIH - Festival de la Francophonie 2023

LIH celebrates the French language with the International Festival of la Francophonie Lycée International de Houston, 3-7pm All ages lihouston.org/lih-francophonie2023

Take the Train

The Hermann Park Railroad takes a 14-minute journey around Hermann Park The train departs from Kinder Station every 20-25 minutes $3 75 10am - 6pm Daily www.hermannpark.org

Horse & Carriage Ride

Tour downtown in a horse & buggy and go back in time! Slow down and enjoy the beauty of downtown Tours run 9a-4p and 6p-12a $50 for 20m Pick up at Hard Rock Cafe www.yellowrosecarriage.com

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Angleton Market Days (March 18&19)

Over 200 vendors, great food, lie entertainment and antique tractors too! Free admission and parking! Angleton Fairgrounds

9a-5p SAT, 11am-4pm (SUN)

All ages Admission required www.angleton.tx.us

Family Capoeira, Midtown Park Houston

Join a virtual Family Capoeira class, a unique Afro-Brazilian martial art that develops discipline, coordination, strength, & rhythm

Instruction is provided by Brazilian Cultural Institute Open to family of all sizes and skills 10a All ages www midtownhouston com

Katy Market Day

Peruse the stands and shop local the 3rd Saturday of every month Downtown historic Katy, 10a www Katymarketday com

Buffalo Bayou Volunteer Day

Houstonians are invited to join Buffalo Bayou Partnership for community-wide volunteer days at Buffalo Bayou Park happening the third Saturday of each month 8:30-11:30am Age: 9+ buffalobayou.org

Camp Fair Houston in Katy

Designed to help you plan your summer in one afternoon Speak with dozens of camps to make your choices Activities, Music, Giveaways, Demonstrations & more Free 11a-3p All ages LaCenterra, Cinco Ranch, Katy Houstonfamilymagazine com

Armand Bayou

Sea Rim Park

Botanic Garden

Bryan Museum

NASA

Water Wall

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Camp Fair in the Woodlands at Woodlands Mall

Designed to help you plan your summer in one afternoon Speak dozens of camps to make your choices Activities, Music, Giveaw Demonstrations & more Free 11

3p All ages Woodlands Mall - G Space South Side by Shake Sha HoustonFamilyMagazine.com

Top Gun on the Rooftop

Watch the OG Maverick under th stars on the Rooftop for this spe screening that started it all Plea note, doors open 30 minutes bef the screening Guests are seated first-come, first-served basis Try arrive early for best seating

8:30p All ages $20 50+ www.rooftopcinemaclub.com

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Get Artsy and organize a Nature Outdoor Activity

Go on a walk to gather different flowers and leaves See if you c identify them all Then press the between parchment paper We down with books to ensure a go result Any time All ages

What Color Are You?

Take a stroll through Color Fact

You’ll be immersed in larger-tha life bluebonnets, specially chosen to reflect Houston! 10a-9p All ages Tickets starting $32 www.Colorfactory.com

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Reading is my Superpower WonderWeek

Take a break from fighting crime and saving the world to come to the Children’s Museum for a new WonderWeek full of comic book hero inspired activities and crafts Children’s Museum Houston

10a-6p All ages Admission $15 www.cmhouston.org

Houston Museum of Natural Science, Planetarium

Starry Night Express will take you on a tour of the night sky, from your own backyard to the solar system and beyond! This traditional LIVE planetarium presentation is perfect for stargazers of all ages! Show is at 12p Running Time: 20 minutes. $9 www.hmns.org

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Explore the secrets of Texas at the George Ranch Historical Park

Step back in time and explore how life was lived back in old Texas across several generations The kids may be surprised that there wasn’t a Switch or TV George Ranch Historical Park, All day All ages $17 www.georgeranch.org

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Zoo Sprouts at the Houston Zoo (Thursday & Saturday)

These programs are tailored to fit the youngest nature explorer of the family but they sell out really fast so be sure to secure your spots as quickly as you can for as far out as you are comfortable planning for 9a Age: 18 months+

www.houstonzoo.org/make-memories/kidsfamilies/zoo-sprouts/

Take a Hike

Spend the day at Jesse H Jones Park and Nature Center, visit the Nature Center learning building or enjoy hikes 1 2 to 29 miles long

9am-5pm All ages Hikes are wheelchair and stroller accessible www.hcp4.net/news/jones-nature-centerrenovations/

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Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park March 24-26

he Bayou City Art Festival is Houston’s iconic art festival showcasing the works of 300 artists in 19 different categories at Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park Tickets are available for purchase online only Tickets will not be sold at the gate 11a-5p All Ages www.bayoucityartfestival.com

Tomball German Heritage Festival (March 24 - 26)

Celebrate German heritage with music, authentic food and drinks, live performances, a petting zoo with pony rides, and arts! Downtown Tomball, Various times All ages www.tomballgermanfest.org

Naked Gardens

The visually stunning Naked Gardens immerses audiences in the complex, unseen world of a family nudist resort in the Florida Everglades Museum of Fine Arts, Houston 7pm All ages www.mfah.org/films

Teen Book Con 2023

The amazing festival that connects teen readers with authors! We're going to try to hold this event in person in a way that makes every attendee feel safe and welcome Aldine Davis High School, 9:30a All ages Visit website for more details https://www.bluewillowbooksho p com/event/teenbookcon-2023

Performance! Teens Perform!

Visit the Museum for a dynamic afternoon of live music and spoken word by teen artists living in Greater Houston! Contemporary Arts Museum Houston

2-4pm. Age: 13+ This event is free to attend, but RSVPs are encouraged as seating is limited www.camh.org

Celtic Festival

Don your kilt and celebrate Celtic culture with bagpipes, beer, dancing and art! Kemah Boardwalk

Check website for exact show times

All ages www.kemahboardwalk.com

Hermann Park Conservancy Kite Festival

Bring the family out for a full day of fun and, of course, kite-flying Activities include live music, a DJ, interactive games and activities, face painting and Miller Hill and Jones Reflection Pool at Hermann Park 10a-3p. All ages. www.hermannpark.org/calend ar/annual-hermann-parkconservancy-kite-festival/

Explore the heavens at the George Observatory

Located in Brazos Bend State Park, the George Observatory offers three huge domed telescopes All of this high-tech kit brings the wonders of the galaxy right to you

Brazos Bend State Park

On select days At dusk All ages www.Hmns.org/Georgeobservatory

Stretch out on the grass at Miller Outdoor Theater

Have a picnic and roll or run down the hill All day All ages

Visit the website for upcoming performances milleroutdoortheatre.com

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Tyke Hikes (on select Mondays) at the Arboretum

Join a naturalist for a story reading, a simple nature activity or craft, and a stroller-friendly hike on the beautiful Arboretum trails Enjoy an interesting new nature experience each week with themes such as rabbits, snakes, senses, and wind! Houston

Arboretum, 9:30a or 10:30a

Age: under 4 $7 www.houstonarboretum.org/child rens-programs/tyke-hikes

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Tough Broads Out at Night Book Club

Tough Broads Book Club meets the fourth Tuesday of each month. This month's book will be The Gathering by Anne Einright Blue Willow Bookshop, 7pm Adults www.bluewillowbookshop.com

Family Storytime & Craft Family Storytime features a story followed by a craft that accompanies the reading All craft supplies are included as a part of this free program Levy Park 10am Age: under 5 www.levyparkhouston.org

Tour H-Town Architecture

Sign up for a bike or a walking tour with the Architecture Center Houston to discover the distinct neighborhood architecture and stories of Third Ward and The Heights, just to name a couple 315 Capital St Ste 120 Meeting points vary depending on tours Select days All ages $10 www.Aiahouston.org

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Reflection at the Rothko Chapel

Calm and soothing, the clean lines and open space truly is perfect for personal reflection.

Rothko Chapel, 3900 Yupon St All day All ages www.Rothkochapel.org

The Department of Wonder Experience starts inside the Light Hunter's Emporium

The Department of Wonder, Sugar Land 9a-2p All ages www.deptofwonder.com

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The observation deck offers a awesome view of the former battleground and reflecting p below San Jacinto Museum All day All ages Ticket $5 www.Sanjacinto-museum.

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Friday Night Fever: Free Salsa Dance Lessons, MKT Houston

Join KDENCE Studio as participants are guided through an hour-long introduction to basic salsa moves followed by a fun 30-m session to shake your g Sessions are outdoors, permitting and offered charge Registration is and spaces are limited ages All Skill Levels www.themkt.com

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Where do HPD patrol when they’re not on duty? As it turns out, they go to a big barn, stable and training complex Take the kids to feed the horses, everyone will love it 5005 Little York Rd If you want to visit on weekends, you have to call ahead (832) 394-0394 All ages $3 www.houstontx.gov

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Kite Festival

Houston Zoo

Rothko Chapel San Jacinto Monument

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Museum of Fine Arts Houston www mfah org

Hours: Tues -Wed 10am-5pm , Thurs. 10am-9pm., Fri.-Sat. 10am-7pm., Sun 12:15-7pm

$19 adult; $16 senior 65+, $12 children 13-18 & students (19+) (children under 12 free) FREE every Thursday 10am-9pm

Exhibits:

Portrait of Courage: Gentileschi, Wiley, and the Story of Judith Two paintings created 400 years apart raise contemporary issues through a historical lens

Through April 16, 2023

None Whatsoever: Zen Paintings from the Gitter-Yelen Collection Often playful, sometimes comical, and always profound, Zen paintings represent one of the world’s most fascinating religious and artistic traditions

Through May 14, 2023

Houston Museum of Natural Science www.hmns.org

Hours: 9am-5pm Mon-Sun

$25 adult, $16 children 3-11, senior 62+ and college students FREE every Thursday 2-5pm

King Tut’s Tomb Discovery Experience the dark and winding tunnels that led to Tutankhamen’s burial chambers, explore the countless golden treasures he took with him into the afterworld, and explore the brightly colored, floor-to-ceiling hieroglyphics that detail his life and offer prayers to the gods to ensure a blessed life after death

Through January 31, 2023

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The Health Museum www thehealthmuseum org

Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9am-5pm., Thurs 9am-7pm , Sun 12-5pm

$10 adult, $8 senior 65+, free for children under 2 FREE on Thursdays 2-7pm

DeBakey Cell Lab

Primordial shift: the science and art of genetic modification, Health Museum

Primordial Shift is an installation dealing with the implications of genetic modification of corn

In the 20th Century, a paradigm shift occurred in genetics, when scientists discovered how to unravel genetic code; the genetic code itself, DNA; and the commodification of GMOs and the positive and negative implications for consumers

Through May 23, 2023

Lone Star Flight Museum

www lonestarflight org

Hours: Tues. Sat. 9am-5pm, Sun. 12-5pm

Admission: $14 child, $18 adult

Visit the aerospace museum and its 25 aircrafts

Holocaust Museum

www hmh org

Hours:

Hours: Mon -Fri 9am-5pm , Sat 10am-5pm., Sun. 12-5pm

$22 Adult, Seniors age 65+ $16, $16 for active-duty military and AARP members Free for children, students and collegelevel students with valid ID FREE admission on Sundays

Exhibits:

Woman, the Spirit of the Universe

Woman, the Spirit of the Universe features stunning bronze collars inspired by 23 American heroines who fought bravely and tirelessly for equality Through April 2, 2023

N O W E X H I B I T I N G M A R 2 3

N O W E X H I B I T I N G M A R 2 3 h o u s t o n m u s e u m d i s t r i c t . o r g

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Percy Jackson 1894 Grand Opera

March 27, 2023

When teenager Percy Jackson discovers he’s a demigod, he and his friends embark on an epic journey to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent a war among the gods

10a All ages

Ticket prices $6-10 www.thegrand.com

MISERY

Midtown Arts & Theater Center

March 3-18, 2023

On a dark and desolate snowy night, successful romance novelist, Paul, crashes his car into a snowbank and is rescued by his “number one fan,” Annie, who brings the unconscious Paul back to her isolated home.

2p, 7:30 and 8p All ages

Tickets $30+ www.matchouston.org

Miss Nelson is Missing Main Street Theater

Through April 7, 2023

Miss Nelson disappears and the mean-looking substitute Miss Viola Swamp takes her place, the children are so desperate they hire a detective to find Miss Nelson in this wacky whodunit hit!

10:30a, 12:30p, 3:30p, 7:30p

Tickets start at $15 www.mainstreettheater.com

100 YEAR CELEBRATION

Miller Outdoor Theatre

March 18, 2023

Return to the year it all started, 1923, with a roaring 20s themed party Step out in your best 20s attire and mingle with vaudeville performers, photo installations, live mural painting, swing dance lessons and more from 6p – 8p Capped off with a performance by the legendary Hot Sardines starting at 8p

6 -8p Age: All ages Free www.milleroutdoortheatre.com

WORLD PREMIERE: 'GENJI' Asia Society Texas Center March 24-25, 2023

A contemporary retelling of the classic novel 'The Tale of Genji,' in a performance about friendship, love, and the dynamics of power and social class in Heian-period Japan.

7:30p. All ages. Tickets $55 www.asiasociety org/texas

ROMEO AND JULIET

Houston Ballet, @Wortham

Through March 5, 2023

Romeo and Juliet is a brilliantly imagined interpretation of the world’s most famous love story, matching its classic themes with fresh choreography

2pm or 7:30pm Age: 13+

Tickets $25 www.houstonballet.org

MOULIN ROUGE

Hobby Center for the Performing Arts

Through March 12, 2023

Pop the champagne, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is the winner of 10 Tony Awards® including Best Musical! Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment

1p, 2p, 7:30p or 8p various day

Ages 13+

Tickets $35-$135

www.tuts.com

Denise Fennell’s The Bride, Or: Does this dress make me look married?

Stages Houston

Through May 14, 2023

With less than two hours until her wedding, a bride of a certain age begins to question the meaning of love, life, and the ritual of marriage

2p, 7:30p depending on day

Ages 13+

Tickets $30+

www stageshouston com/event/d enise-fennells-the-bride-ordoes-this-dress-make-me-lookmarried/

Percy Jackson, The Lightning Thief at The 1894 Grand Opera House, Galveston

SOUNDS OF SCOTLAND

Smart Financial Center

March 24, 2023

STE tradition going back more than 50 years This year ’ s concert showcases music from France, Spain, Ireland, the Americas, and of course, Scotland! It’s sure to be a powerful night of majestic sounds and colors of Highland dance from around the world Entertainment for the entire family!

7:30p All ages $55-$85 www.smartfinancialcentre.net

COWBOY BOB: AN INFAMOUS NEW MUSICAL Alley Theatre

Through March 26, 2023

You wouldn’t look twice at Peggy Jo She’s a good daughter, always tips, plays by the rules, that is until she decides to change it up a bit

1pm or 7:30pm Tickets start at $30

THE ODYSSEY Alley Theatre

Through April 16, 2023

An epic adventure, tragedy and love story Follow Odysseus and his crew in shipwrecks, wrathful gods, sirens, monsters, incarceration, mermaids, a side trip to hell, and absolutely foul weather

2pm or 8pm Tickets start at $30 www.alleytheatre.org

ANOTHER CITY

Houston Grand Opera

Through March 9-11, 2023

This powerfully moving exploration of the experience of homelessness, created in response to in-depth interviews and conversations with Houston’s homeless community, presents the collective voices of a city in search of the meaning of home

2pm or 7:30pm Tickets start at $30 www.houstongrandopera.org

CULLUD WATTAH

Stages Houston

Through March 31, 2023

Follow three generations of Black women living through the current water crisis in Flint, Michigan

2p, 7p or 7:30p depending on day Tickets $30 - $84 www.stageshouston.com

THE STEPCREW

1894 Grand Opera March 24, 2023

HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW & RODEO NRG STADIUM

Through March 19, 2023

The star entertainers begin performing after the last rodeo event is completed each evening and the stage is set Actual start times for the concert can vary day to day due to the different number of rodeo competitors and other production elements

Weekday rodeos start at 6:45p

The entertainer takes the stage at approximately 9p

NRG Stadium gates open at 6p

Weekend rodeos start at 3:45p

The entertainer takes the stage at approximately 6p

NRG Stadium gates open at 3p

March 1 - Brooks & Dunn

March 2 - Laura Daigle

March 3 - Bun B

March 4 - Walker Hayes

March 5 - Zac Brown Band

March 6 - Jason Aldean

March 7 - New Kids on the Block

March 8 - Jon Pardi

at Moody Gardens

The StepCrew is a dynamic dance production combining three styles of percussive dance Irish, Tap, and Ottawa Valley in a fully realized theatrical setting This amazing company is led by Cara Butler and Pilatzke brothers Jon and Nathan

8p. All ages. www.thegrand.com

March 9 - Ashley McBryde

March 10 - The Chainsmokers

March 11 - Turnpike Troubadours

March 12 - La Fiera de Ojinaga

March 13 -Cody Jinks

March 14 - Machine Gun Kelley

March 15 - Kenny Chesney

March 16 - Chris Stapleton

March 17 - Cody Johnson

March 18 - Brad Paisley

March 19 - Luke Bryan www.rodeohouston.com

Miller Outdoor Theater Celebrates 100 Years