Trick or Treat Trail
Independence Park
Time: 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Cost: FREE

Dress in your most GHOULISH costume and Trick or Treat through Independence Park.  FREE activity booths, inflatables, costume contest (0 – 12 yrs) and parking (at Pearland High School only) with FREE shuttle service provided.

New this year!  Halloween Carnival onsite, Friday through Sunday. Tickets can be purchased onsite.  Food vendors and more await you at this SPOOK-tacular event!

Who Ate That Tree?
Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center - 20634 Kenswick Drive in Humble
Time: 10 AM
Cost: FREE

Peter Pan
Nancy Bock Center for Performing Arts in The Woodlands Texas. (McCullough Jr. High, 3800 S. Panther Creek)
Time: Friday 10/31 at 7pm; Sat. 11/1 at 2pm and 7pm; Sun. 11/2 at 3pm, and Sat. 11/8 at 2 pm and 7 pm and Sun. 11/9 at 3 pm.
Cost: $10 students under eighteen/$12 adult in advance--$12/$14 at door

CYT Houston will be presenting its Fall production, Peter Pan, opening Oct. 31 and running through Nov. 9, with performances to be held at the Nancy Bock Center for Performing Arts in The Woodlands Texas. (McCullough Jr. High, 3800 S. Panther Creek) Purchase tickets online at www.cythouston.org or call (832) 338-5869.

ComedySportz
ComedySportz Houston - 901 Town and Country Boulevard, Houston, TX 77024
Time: 8 PM
Cost: Adults $16; Seniors & Students $14

ComedySportz is a live, competitive improv comedy show with plenty of audience participation. The comedy is kept clean and appropriate for families.
713.868.1444. www.comedysportzhouston.com. Ongoing Each Fri & Sat; check with location for exceptions.

Recycling Saturdays
Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010
Ages: All Ages
Time: 10am-2pm
Cost: Free

On the first Saturday of each month at the weekly drop-off recycling location, families can enjoy a fair with environmentally-friendly product demons, artist workshops, and hands-on recycling activities, including an eco-systems workshop. Call 713.400.7336 for more information or visit www.discoverygreen.com.

Corn Maze and More
Dewberry Farm, 7705 FM 362, Brookshire, TX 77423
Ages: All Ages
Time: Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 12n-dusk
Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 9/27/08 - 11/30/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Admission $11; Children (2 & under) free; Some activities extra

Dewberry Farm has created its annual corn maze in a six-acre corn field. Other attractions include zip lines, a pumpkin patch, a pumpkin blaster, hayrides, corn cannons, a playground, a barnyard for feeding goats, and much more. Note: Also open on Columbus Day (Oct 13); and on Mon, Tue, and Fri during Thanksgiving Week (Nov 24, 25, & 28). For more information please call 281.934.3276; 866.908.FARM or visit us at www.dewberryfarm.com.

Stargazing
George Observatory, 21901 FM 762, Needville, TX 77461
Ages: 3-18
Time: 3pm-10pm
Ongoing Each Sat 8/12/06 - 8/12/10; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Telescope viewing $2-$3;Park entrance: Adults $4; Children (12 and under) free

The Observatory's 14-inch, 18-inch, and 36-inch telescopes are available for visitors to view the stars, planets, and more. Call ahead or check the website for cloud forecast.
For more information please call 979.553.3400 or 281.242.3055. Visit www.hmns.org.

Kids First Saturday
the breakfast klub, 3711 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002
Ages: All Ages
Time: 10am-2pm
Cost: Free

On the first Saturday of each month, festivities include moonwalks, face painting, a caricature artist, and crafts, along with community groups and entertainment geared specifically toward kids. Also, from 10am - 11:30am, girls ages eight to 12 can join the Fabulous Girls Book Club to discuss its book of the month and enjoy an activity focusing on the book's subject. For more information please call 713.528.8561 or visit www.thebreakfastklub.com.

Young Writers' Workshop
Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010
Ages: 5-11
Time: 10:30am-11:30am
Ongoing Each Sat 4/19/08 - 12/13/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

Writers in the Schools presents an open, free writing workshop for kids at HPL Express in the Lake House Building.For more information please call 713.400.7336 or visit http://www.discoverygreen.com

Farmers Market at LaCenterra
LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, TX 77494
Ages: All Ages
Time: 8am-12n
Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

The weekly farmers markets is held year-round in the central courtyard. Products include honey, fresh breads, olive oil, free range eggs, natural pet foods, seasonal produce, fresh flowers, and more. For more information please call 281.395.5533 or visit www.lacenterra.com.

Midtown Farmers' Market
Midtown Farmers' Market, 3701 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002
Ages: All Ages
Time: 8am-12n; Jul-Aug 8am-11am
Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Unknown

Open rain or shine, the farmers' market features produce, chocolates, flowers, organic pastries, and much more. On the second Saturday of each month, the market also includes local crafts vendors with handmade jewelry, pottery, soaps, and furniture. Visit www.tafia.com/mfm.html for more information.

Bayou City Farmers' Market
Bayou City Farmers' Market, 3000 Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX 77098
Ages: All Ages
Time: 8am-12n
Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Moderate. Bring cash.

Snatch up some fresh produce, eggs, cheeses, coffee, honey, and more, from our area's local farmers. Visit www.urbanharvest.org/programs/market/index.html for more information.

Houston Farmers Market
Houston Farmer's Market, 3106 White Oak Drive, Houston, TX 77007
Ages: All Ages
Time: Tue 3:30pm-7pm; Sat 8am-12n
Ongoing Each Tue, Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Moderate. Bring cash.

See what's fresh at this week's farmer's market - produce, eggs, cheese, coffee, flowers, and more. Tuesdays at Rice University; Saturdays in the Heights. Visit www.houstonfarmersmarket.com for more information.

Corn Maze and More
Dewberry Farm, 7705 FM 362, Brookshire, TX 77423
Ages: All Ages
Time: Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 12n-dusk
Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 9/27/08 - 11/30/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Admission $11; Children (2 & under) free; Some activities extra

Dewberry Farm has created its annual corn maze in a six-acre corn field. Other attractions include zip lines, a pumpkin patch, a pumpkin blaster, hayrides, corn cannons, a playground, a barnyard for feeding goats, and much more. Note: Also open on Columbus Day (Oct 13); and on Mon, Tue, and Fri during Thanksgiving Week (Nov 24, 25, & 28). For more information please call 281.934.3276; 866.908.FARM or visit us at www.dewberryfarm.com.

Peter Pan
Nancy Bock Center for Performing Arts in The Woodlands Texas. (McCullough Jr. High, 3800 S. Panther Creek)
Time: Friday 10/31 at 7pm; Sat. 11/1 at 2pm and 7pm; Sun. 11/2 at 3pm, and Sat. 11/8 at 2 pm and 7 pm and Sun. 11/9 at 3 pm.
Cost: $10 students under eighteen/$12 adult in advance--$12/$14 at door

CYT Houston will be presenting its Fall production, Peter Pan, opening Oct. 31 and running through Nov. 9, with performances to be held at the Nancy Bock Center for Performing Arts in The Woodlands Texas. (McCullough Jr. High, 3800 S. Panther Creek) Purchase tickets online at www.cythouston.org or call (832) 338-5869.

KidzPlanet
KidzPlanet, 12802 Queensbury Lane, Houston, TX 77024
Ages: 4-11
Time: 9:30am
Ongoing Each Sun; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

KidzPlanet is a weekly zany and creative children's theatre production, which uses music and drama to teach kids about important life values like honesty, respect, and trust. Performances are each Sunday morning at the Country Playhouse. For more information please call 713.344.1323 or visit www.kidzplanet.org.

Family Fine Arts Days
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, 1001 Bissonnet Street, Houston, TX 77005
Ages: 3-18
Time: 1pm-4pm
Ongoing Each Sun; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free with Museum admission

Creation Station is a drop-in studio workshop, in which families make their own paintings, sculpture, prints, photographs, and more. Family Days also include the Storytelling in the Galleries program: after hearing stories and relating them to works of art, kids and adults create their own art and stories. For more information please call 713.639.7300 or visit www.mfah.org.

7th Annual Holiday Bazaar Day
Congregation Beth Yeshurun - 4525 Beechnut Blvd., Houston, TX 77096
Time: 8am - 6pm

50 vendors, unique items. Get an early start to your holiday shopping needs. For more information call 713-666-1884.

Tadpoles Club
Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center - 20634 Kenswick Drive, Humble, TX 77338
Ongoing Each Wed 10/29/08 - 11/19/08; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 3-4
Time: 10:30am & 1pm
Cost: Free

Each Wednesday through November 19, preschool-aged kids can enjoy an interactive program that introduces them to nature through animals, puppets, short walks, crafts, and stories. A parent must accompany the child. No younger or older siblings allowed; this program is for kids ages three and four only. Advance reservations required.
281.446.8588
www.hcp4.net/jones

Storytime and Crafts
Nature Discovery Center - 7112 Newcastle Drive, Bellaire, TX 77401
Ongoing Each Wed; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 2-5
Time: 4pm
Cost: Free

Every Wednesday afternoon a special Nature Story Time includes two or three books on different nature topics, and a fun craft.

Green Market
Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010
Ages: All Ages
Time: 4pm-7:30pm
Ongoing Each Thu; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

Central City Co-op brings organic produce and agricultural products from local farmers and artisans to the park's promenade. For more information call 713.400.7336 or visit http://www.discoverygreen.com

…and L.A. Is Burning
WORLD PREMIERE
By Y York
Directed by Troy Scheid

Location: MAIN STREET THEATER – RICE VILLAGE, 2540 Times Blvd., Houston, TX 77005
Dates: October 11 – November 9, 2008 (previews October 11, 12, & 15; no performance October 17)
Opening Night, Thursday, October 16, 7:30pm
Times: Thursdays at 7:30pm; Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm; Sundays at 3:00pm
Cost: Thursdays - $20/$26; Fridays & Sundays - $25/$32; Saturdays - $30/$36; previews - $10. Discounts available for students, seniors, and groups

For Haddie, a white, middle-aged government worker, the world is very straightforward. Your race and your class determine the world you live in, and there really is no wiggle room. For Alvin, Haddie’s African-American co-worker, life is about getting ahead. And for Syliva, a journalist from the East Coast, the world must be changed. Set against the backdrop of the Rodney King trial and the subsequent L.A. riots, playwright Y York examines the terrain of the modern workplace, on which well-intentioned liberalism, racism, the news, reality itself, and the Cosby Show intersect. For more information please visit www.mainstreettheater.com.

Waugh Bridge Bat Colony Boat Tour
Waugh Bridge, Waugh Drive at Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019
Ages: 4-18
Time: Dusk; call for specific time
Ongoing Each Fri 9/5/08 - 11/21/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Adults $35; Children (4-12) $20

Visitors can learn about the colony of more than 250,000 bats and enjoy an amazing view from the waters of Buffalo Bayou as the bats emerge at dusk. Tours leave from Allen's Landing, located at the 1000 block of Commerce Street (at Main Street). Space limited to 20 people; reservations and advance payment are required. The tours are scheduled each Friday through Nov 21, weather permitting. Call 713.752.0314, ext. 4 for more information or visit www.buffalobayou.org.

ComedySportz
ComedySportz Houston - 901 Town and Country Boulevard, Houston, TX 77024
Time: 8 PM
Cost: Adults $16; Seniors & Students $14

ComedySportz is a live, competitive improv comedy show with plenty of audience participation. The comedy is kept clean and appropriate for families.
713.868.1444. www.comedysportzhouston.com. Ongoing Each Fri & Sat; check with location for exceptions.

…and L.A. Is Burning
WORLD PREMIERE
By Y York
Directed by Troy Scheid

Location: MAIN STREET THEATER – RICE VILLAGE, 2540 Times Blvd., Houston, TX 77005
Dates: October 11 – November 9, 2008 (previews October 11, 12, & 15; no performance October 17)
Opening Night, Thursday, October 16, 7:30pm
Times: Thursdays at 7:30pm; Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm; Sundays at 3:00pm
Cost: Thursdays - $20/$26; Fridays & Sundays - $25/$32; Saturdays - $30/$36; previews - $10. Discounts available for students, seniors, and groups

For Haddie, a white, middle-aged government worker, the world is very straightforward. Your race and your class determine the world you live in, and there really is no wiggle room. For Alvin, Haddie’s African-American co-worker, life is about getting ahead. And for Syliva, a journalist from the East Coast, the world must be changed. Set against the backdrop of the Rodney King trial and the subsequent L.A. riots, playwright Y York examines the terrain of the modern workplace, on which well-intentioned liberalism, racism, the news, reality itself, and the Cosby Show intersect. For more information please visit www.mainstreettheater.com.

Preschool Skate
Dairy Ashford Roller Rink, 1820 S. Dairy Ashford Houston
Time: Every Friday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost: $5 to play or skate.

Every Friday Morning, for ages 7 and under, bring strollers or push toys. Call 281-493-5651 for more information or visit www.skatedarr.com.

…and L.A. Is Burning
WORLD PREMIERE
By Y York
Directed by Troy Scheid

Location: MAIN STREET THEATER – RICE VILLAGE, 2540 Times Blvd., Houston, TX 77005
Dates: October 11 – November 9, 2008 (previews October 11, 12, & 15; no performance October 17)
Opening Night, Thursday, October 16, 7:30pm
Times: Thursdays at 7:30pm; Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm; Sundays at 3:00pm
Cost: Thursdays - $20/$26; Fridays & Sundays - $25/$32; Saturdays - $30/$36; previews - $10. Discounts available for students, seniors, and groups

For Haddie, a white, middle-aged government worker, the world is very straightforward. Your race and your class determine the world you live in, and there really is no wiggle room. For Alvin, Haddie’s African-American co-worker, life is about getting ahead. And for Syliva, a journalist from the East Coast, the world must be changed. Set against the backdrop of the Rodney King trial and the subsequent L.A. riots, playwright Y York examines the terrain of the modern workplace, on which well-intentioned liberalism, racism, the news, reality itself, and the Cosby Show intersect. For more information please visit www.mainstreettheater.com.

19th Annual Pioneer Day
Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center - 20634 Kenswick Drive in Humble
Time: 10am - 4pm
Cost: FREE

Learn what life was like for early East Texas settlers and how they survived without modern day conveniences like refrigerators, gasoline-powered vehicles, or electricity. Enjoy a day of old-time fun as the park comes alive through the sights, sounds, and flavors of settler life. Visitors of all ages have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of demonstrations, seldom-seen crafts and skills, sample old-fashioned foods, and enjoy many other activities. Additionally, the Jones Park outdoor stages will feature festive folk music from various groups throughout the day. Festivities are featured in the green space at the front of the park and at the Redbud Hill Homestead.

Staff members and volunteers transform Redbud Hill Homestead into a living, working settlement of the early 1800s. Samples of cornbread from the bread oven, jerky from the smokehouse, and stick bread and hoecakes cooked over an open fire are available. Volunteers in the wood shop demonstrate how useful tools, furniture, and other items were fashioned out of wood, while volunteers in the blacksmith shop show off their metal working skills. Don Roe and other members of Roe’s Rangers demonstrate black powder weapons of all types including pistols and cannons. Other pioneer skills to be demonstrated include quilting, leather working, lye soap making, gardening, American Indian crafts, and much more. Visitors can even try on period costumes and have their picture taken in a variety of settings.

Youth activities include making beeswax candles, writing with a quill, shelling and grinding corn, washing clothes on a washboard, and churning butter, which are typical chores of children in the 1830s. Children visiting the park can also listen to American Indian folklore, shoot bows and arrows, make paper bonnets, bead bracelets, or craft cornhusk dolls. Hayrides will be offered from the playground parking lot to the park entrance and from the park entrance to the homestead from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information about the park or any of its programs, call (281) 446-8588 or visit www.hcp4.net/jones.

Peter Pan
Nancy Bock Center for Performing Arts in The Woodlands Texas. (McCullough Jr. High, 3800 S. Panther Creek)
Time: Friday 10/31 at 7pm; Sat. 11/1 at 2pm and 7pm; Sun. 11/2 at 3pm, and Sat. 11/8 at 2 pm and 7 pm and Sun. 11/9 at 3 pm.
Cost: $10 students under eighteen/$12 adult in advance--$12/$14 at door

CYT Houston will be presenting its Fall production, Peter Pan, opening Oct. 31 and running through Nov. 9, with performances to be held at the Nancy Bock Center for Performing Arts in The Woodlands Texas. (McCullough Jr. High, 3800 S. Panther Creek) Purchase tickets online at www.cythouston.org or call (832) 338-5869.

ComedySportz
ComedySportz Houston - 901 Town and Country Boulevard, Houston, TX 77024
Time: 8 PM
Cost: Adults $16; Seniors & Students $14

ComedySportz is a live, competitive improv comedy show with plenty of audience participation. The comedy is kept clean and appropriate for families.
713.868.1444. www.comedysportzhouston.com. Ongoing Each Fri & Sat; check with location for exceptions.

Corn Maze and More
Dewberry Farm, 7705 FM 362, Brookshire, TX 77423
Ages: All Ages
Time: Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 12n-dusk
Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 9/27/08 - 11/30/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Admission $11; Children (2 & under) free; Some activities extra

Dewberry Farm has created its annual corn maze in a six-acre corn field. Other attractions include zip lines, a pumpkin patch, a pumpkin blaster, hayrides, corn cannons, a playground, a barnyard for feeding goats, and much more. Note: Also open on Columbus Day (Oct 13); and on Mon, Tue, and Fri during Thanksgiving Week (Nov 24, 25, & 28). For more information please call 281.934.3276; 866.908.FARM or visit us at www.dewberryfarm.com.

Stargazing
George Observatory, 21901 FM 762, Needville, TX 77461
Ages: 3-18
Time: 3pm-10pm
Ongoing Each Sat 8/12/06 - 8/12/10; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Telescope viewing $2-$3;Park entrance: Adults $4; Children (12 and under) free

The Observatory's 14-inch, 18-inch, and 36-inch telescopes are available for visitors to view the stars, planets, and more. Call ahead or check the website for cloud forecast.
For more information please call 979.553.3400 or 281.242.3055. Visit www.hmns.org.

Young Writers' Workshop
Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010
Ages: 5-11
Time: 10:30am-11:30am
Ongoing Each Sat 4/19/08 - 12/13/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

Writers in the Schools presents an open, free writing workshop for kids at HPL Express in the Lake House Building.For more information please call 713.400.7336 or visit http://www.discoverygreen.com

Farmers Market at LaCenterra
LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, TX 77494
Ages: All Ages
Time: 8am-12n
Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

The weekly farmers markets is held year-round in the central courtyard. Products include honey, fresh breads, olive oil, free range eggs, natural pet foods, seasonal produce, fresh flowers, and more. For more information please call 281.395.5533 or visit www.lacenterra.com.

Midtown Farmers' Market
Midtown Farmers' Market, 3701 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002
Ages: All Ages
Time: 8am-12n; Jul-Aug 8am-11am
Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Unknown

Open rain or shine, the farmers' market features produce, chocolates, flowers, organic pastries, and much more. On the second Saturday of each month, the market also includes local crafts vendors with handmade jewelry, pottery, soaps, and furniture. Visit www.tafia.com/mfm.html for more information.

Bayou City Farmers' Market
Bayou City Farmers' Market, 3000 Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX 77098
Ages: All Ages
Time: 8am-12n
Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Moderate. Bring cash.

Snatch up some fresh produce, eggs, cheeses, coffee, honey, and more, from our area's local farmers. Visit www.urbanharvest.org/programs/market/index.html for more information.

Houston Farmers Market
Houston Farmer's Market, 3106 White Oak Drive, Houston, TX 77007
Ages: All Ages
Time: Tue 3:30pm-7pm; Sat 8am-12n
Ongoing Each Tue, Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Moderate. Bring cash.

See what's fresh at this week's farmer's market - produce, eggs, cheese, coffee, flowers, and more. Tuesdays at Rice University; Saturdays in the Heights. Visit www.houstonfarmersmarket.com for more information.

…and L.A. Is Burning
WORLD PREMIERE
By Y York
Directed by Troy Scheid

Location: MAIN STREET THEATER – RICE VILLAGE, 2540 Times Blvd., Houston, TX 77005
Dates: October 11 – November 9, 2008 (previews October 11, 12, & 15; no performance October 17)
Opening Night, Thursday, October 16, 7:30pm
Times: Thursdays at 7:30pm; Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm; Sundays at 3:00pm
Cost: Thursdays - $20/$26; Fridays & Sundays - $25/$32; Saturdays - $30/$36; previews - $10. Discounts available for students, seniors, and groups

For Haddie, a white, middle-aged government worker, the world is very straightforward. Your race and your class determine the world you live in, and there really is no wiggle room. For Alvin, Haddie’s African-American co-worker, life is about getting ahead. And for Syliva, a journalist from the East Coast, the world must be changed. Set against the backdrop of the Rodney King trial and the subsequent L.A. riots, playwright Y York examines the terrain of the modern workplace, on which well-intentioned liberalism, racism, the news, reality itself, and the Cosby Show intersect. For more information please visit www.mainstreettheater.com.

Peter Pan
Nancy Bock Center for Performing Arts in The Woodlands Texas. (McCullough Jr. High, 3800 S. Panther Creek)
Time: Friday 10/31 at 7pm; Sat. 11/1 at 2pm and 7pm; Sun. 11/2 at 3pm, and Sat. 11/8 at 2 pm and 7 pm and Sun. 11/9 at 3 pm.
Cost: $10 students under eighteen/$12 adult in advance--$12/$14 at door

CYT Houston will be presenting its Fall production, Peter Pan, opening Oct. 31 and running through Nov. 9, with performances to be held at the Nancy Bock Center for Performing Arts in The Woodlands Texas. (McCullough Jr. High, 3800 S. Panther Creek) Purchase tickets online at www.cythouston.org or call (832) 338-5869.

Corn Maze and More
Dewberry Farm, 7705 FM 362, Brookshire, TX 77423
Ages: All Ages
Time: Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 12n-dusk
Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 9/27/08 - 11/30/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Admission $11; Children (2 & under) free; Some activities extra

Dewberry Farm has created its annual corn maze in a six-acre corn field. Other attractions include zip lines, a pumpkin patch, a pumpkin blaster, hayrides, corn cannons, a playground, a barnyard for feeding goats, and much more. Note: Also open on Columbus Day (Oct 13); and on Mon, Tue, and Fri during Thanksgiving Week (Nov 24, 25, & 28). For more information please call 281.934.3276; 866.908.FARM or visit us at www.dewberryfarm.com.

KidzPlanet
KidzPlanet, 12802 Queensbury Lane, Houston, TX 77024
Ages: 4-11
Time: 9:30am
Ongoing Each Sun; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

KidzPlanet is a weekly zany and creative children's theatre production, which uses music and drama to teach kids about important life values like honesty, respect, and trust. Performances are each Sunday morning at the Country Playhouse. For more information please call 713.344.1323 or visit www.kidzplanet.org.

Family Fine Arts Days
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, 1001 Bissonnet Street, Houston, TX 77005
Ages: 3-18
Time: 1pm-4pm
Ongoing Each Sun; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free with Museum admission

Creation Station is a drop-in studio workshop, in which families make their own paintings, sculpture, prints, photographs, and more. Family Days also include the Storytelling in the Galleries program: after hearing stories and relating them to works of art, kids and adults create their own art and stories. For more information please call 713.639.7300 or visit www.mfah.org.

Story of the Lone Star State
Miller Outdoor Theatre - 100 Concert Drive, Houston, TX 77030
Ages: All Ages
Time: 11am
Cost: Free

InterActive Theater's original production portrays 600 years of Texas tales in 45 minutes - from Indian folklore to Hispanic heritage to NASA astronauts - with only four actors playing more than 50 roles. 281.FREE.FUN. www.milleroutdoortheatre.com

SAN JACINTO CELEBRATES VETERANS DAY
NO CHARGE FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL ON VETERANS DAY NOVEMBER 11 THROUGH NOVEMBER 16

The San Jacinto Monument, rising 570 feet above the battleground, stands as a memorial to the men who fought for Texas independence. As such, it is fitting for San Jacinto to honor all military personnel on the federal and state holiday of Veterans Day. The San Jacinto Museum of History, located at the base of the Monument, will admit military personnel and their families to all its venues free of charge in celebration of Veterans Day. Both currently serving and retired military personnel and their family members will be guests of the San Jacinto Museum beginning on Veterans Day - Tuesday, November 11 through Sunday, November 16, 2008. Guests are asked to show their military ID. Non-military visitors may purchase a combo ticket ($12 adults and $8 children) for entrance to the elevator ride, Texas Forever!! and Developing Houston. Tickets for individual activities and discounts for seniors and tour groups are available. Call 281-479-2421 for information on group sales and school field trips.

For more information about the Battle of San Jacinto and the San Jacinto Museum of History, the public can visit www.sanjacinto-museum.org

The San Jacinto Monument, rising 570 feet above the battleground, stands as a memorial to the men who fought for Texas independence. As such, it is fitting for San Jacinto to honor all military personnel on the federal and state holiday of Veterans Day. The San Jacinto Museum of History, located at the base of the Monument, will admit military personnel and their families to all its venues free of charge in celebration of Veterans Day. Both currently serving and retired military personnel and their family members will be guests of the San Jacinto Museum beginning on Veterans Day - Tuesday, November 11 through Sunday, November 16, 2008. Guests are asked to show their military ID. Non-military visitors may purchase a combo ticket ($12 adults and $8 children) for entrance to the elevator ride, Texas Forever!! and Developing Houston. Tickets for individual activities and discounts for seniors and tour groups are available. Call 281-479-2421 for information on group sales and school field trips.

For more information about the Battle of San Jacinto and the San Jacinto Museum of History, the public can visit www.sanjacinto-museum.org

Tadpoles Club
Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center - 20634 Kenswick Drive, Humble, TX 77338
Ongoing Each Wed 10/29/08 - 11/19/08; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 3-4
Time: 10:30am & 1pm
Cost: Free

Each Wednesday through November 19, preschool-aged kids can enjoy an interactive program that introduces them to nature through animals, puppets, short walks, crafts, and stories. A parent must accompany the child. No younger or older siblings allowed; this program is for kids ages three and four only. Advance reservations required.
281.446.8588
www.hcp4.net/jones

Storytime and Crafts
Nature Discovery Center - 7112 Newcastle Drive, Bellaire, TX 77401
Ongoing Each Wed; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 2-5
Time: 4pm
Cost: Free

Every Wednesday afternoon a special Nature Story Time includes two or three books on different nature topics, and a fun craft.

SAN JACINTO CELEBRATES VETERANS DAY
NO CHARGE FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL ON VETERANS DAY NOVEMBER 11 THROUGH NOVEMBER 16

The San Jacinto Monument, rising 570 feet above the battleground, stands as a memorial to the men who fought for Texas independence. As such, it is fitting for San Jacinto to honor all military personnel on the federal and state holiday of Veterans Day. The San Jacinto Museum of History, located at the base of the Monument, will admit military personnel and their families to all its venues free of charge in celebration of Veterans Day. Both currently serving and retired military personnel and their family members will be guests of the San Jacinto Museum beginning on Veterans Day - Tuesday, November 11 through Sunday, November 16, 2008. Guests are asked to show their military ID. Non-military visitors may purchase a combo ticket ($12 adults and $8 children) for entrance to the elevator ride, Texas Forever!! and Developing Houston. Tickets for individual activities and discounts for seniors and tour groups are available. Call 281-479-2421 for information on group sales and school field trips.

For more information about the Battle of San Jacinto and the San Jacinto Museum of History, the public can visit www.sanjacinto-museum.org

The Last Night of Ballyhoo
Lone Star College–CyFair, Barker Cypress Campus - Center for the Arts, Main Stage Theatre
Time:
November 13 (preview night): 7:30pm
November 14 (opening night): 8pm
November 15: 8pm
November 21: 8pm
November 22: 8pm
November 23: 3pm
Cost: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $5 students w/ID; Lone Star College-CyFair employees receive complimentary admission

It's Christmas, 1939! GONE WITH THE WIND is premiering on the silver screen and World War II is nigh. But, in Atlanta, Ballyhoo, the social event of the Jewish holiday season is on everyone's mind!...a charming and bittersweet romantic comedy from the author of DRIVING MISS DAISY! For reservations and information call 281-290-5201 or visit cyfair.lonestar.edu/boxoffice.

Green Market
Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010
Ages: All Ages
Time: 4pm-7:30pm
Ongoing Each Thu; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

Central City Co-op brings organic produce and agricultural products from local farmers and artisans to the park's promenade. For more information call 713.400.7336 or visit http://www.discoverygreen.com

SAN JACINTO CELEBRATES VETERANS DAY
NO CHARGE FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL ON VETERANS DAY NOVEMBER 11 THROUGH NOVEMBER 16

The San Jacinto Monument, rising 570 feet above the battleground, stands as a memorial to the men who fought for Texas independence. As such, it is fitting for San Jacinto to honor all military personnel on the federal and state holiday of Veterans Day. The San Jacinto Museum of History, located at the base of the Monument, will admit military personnel and their families to all its venues free of charge in celebration of Veterans Day. Both currently serving and retired military personnel and their family members will be guests of the San Jacinto Museum beginning on Veterans Day - Tuesday, November 11 through Sunday, November 16, 2008. Guests are asked to show their military ID. Non-military visitors may purchase a combo ticket ($12 adults and $8 children) for entrance to the elevator ride, Texas Forever!! and Developing Houston. Tickets for individual activities and discounts for seniors and tour groups are available. Call 281-479-2421 for information on group sales and school field trips.

For more information about the Battle of San Jacinto and the San Jacinto Museum of History, the public can visit www.sanjacinto-museum.org

The Last Night of Ballyhoo
Lone Star College–CyFair, Barker Cypress Campus - Center for the Arts, Main Stage Theatre
Time:
November 13 (preview night): 7:30pm
November 14 (opening night): 8pm
November 15: 8pm
November 21: 8pm
November 22: 8pm
November 23: 3pm
Cost: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $5 students w/ID; Lone Star College-CyFair employees receive complimentary admission

It's Christmas, 1939! GONE WITH THE WIND is premiering on the silver screen and World War II is nigh. But, in Atlanta, Ballyhoo, the social event of the Jewish holiday season is on everyone's mind!...a charming and bittersweet romantic comedy from the author of DRIVING MISS DAISY! For reservations and information call 281-290-5201 or visit cyfair.lonestar.edu/boxoffice.

Waugh Bridge Bat Colony Boat Tour
Waugh Bridge, Waugh Drive at Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019
Ages: 4-18
Time: Dusk; call for specific time
Ongoing Each Fri 9/5/08 - 11/21/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Adults $35; Children (4-12) $20

Visitors can learn about the colony of more than 250,000 bats and enjoy an amazing view from the waters of Buffalo Bayou as the bats emerge at dusk. Tours leave from Allen's Landing, located at the 1000 block of Commerce Street (at Main Street). Space limited to 20 people; reservations and advance payment are required. The tours are scheduled each Friday through Nov 21, weather permitting. Call 713.752.0314, ext. 4 for more information or visit www.buffalobayou.org.

ComedySportz
ComedySportz Houston - 901 Town and Country Boulevard, Houston, TX 77024
Time: 8 PM
Cost: Adults $16; Seniors & Students $14

ComedySportz is a live, competitive improv comedy show with plenty of audience participation. The comedy is kept clean and appropriate for families.
713.868.1444. www.comedysportzhouston.com. Ongoing Each Fri & Sat; check with location for exceptions.

Preschool Skate
Dairy Ashford Roller Rink, 1820 S. Dairy Ashford Houston
Time: Every Friday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost: $5 to play or skate.

Every Friday Morning, for ages 7 and under, bring strollers or push toys. Call 281-493-5651 for more information or visit www.skatedarr.com.

SAN JACINTO CELEBRATES VETERANS DAY
NO CHARGE FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL ON VETERANS DAY NOVEMBER 11 THROUGH NOVEMBER 16

The San Jacinto Monument, rising 570 feet above the battleground, stands as a memorial to the men who fought for Texas independence. As such, it is fitting for San Jacinto to honor all military personnel on the federal and state holiday of Veterans Day. The San Jacinto Museum of History, located at the base of the Monument, will admit military personnel and their families to all its venues free of charge in celebration of Veterans Day. Both currently serving and retired military personnel and their family members will be guests of the San Jacinto Museum beginning on Veterans Day - Tuesday, November 11 through Sunday, November 16, 2008. Guests are asked to show their military ID. Non-military visitors may purchase a combo ticket ($12 adults and $8 children) for entrance to the elevator ride, Texas Forever!! and Developing Houston. Tickets for individual activities and discounts for seniors and tour groups are available. Call 281-479-2421 for information on group sales and school field trips.

For more information about the Battle of San Jacinto and the San Jacinto Museum of History, the public can visit www.sanjacinto-museum.org

HITS Theatre presents:
American Girl Fashion Show
Houston Junior League - 1811 Briar Oaks Lane, Houston, TX 77027
Time:
November 15th 10:00am (Breakfast) & 1:00pm (Lunch)
November 16th 1:00pm (Lunch) & 4:00pm (High Tea)

Admission:
VIP tables (seats 10) - $650
Mother & Daughter Deluxe Package - $210
Reserved seating - $50
Open seating - $40

This is a fun-filled event for girls and their families, friends, and favorite dolls! Celebrate the experience of being a girl, whether yesterday or today, through a colorful presentation of historical and contemporary fashions. Enjoy an elegant meal, peruse a holiday marketplace, enter to win door prizes, and learn how clothing has changed over the years to reflect history, culture, and girls’ individual styles. Order online at www.hitsfashionshow.com

The Last Night of Ballyhoo
Lone Star College–CyFair, Barker Cypress Campus - Center for the Arts, Main Stage Theatre
Time:
November 13 (preview night): 7:30pm
November 14 (opening night): 8pm
November 15: 8pm
November 21: 8pm
November 22: 8pm
November 23: 3pm
Cost: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $5 students w/ID; Lone Star College-CyFair employees receive complimentary admission

It's Christmas, 1939! GONE WITH THE WIND is premiering on the silver screen and World War II is nigh. But, in Atlanta, Ballyhoo, the social event of the Jewish holiday season is on everyone's mind!...a charming and bittersweet romantic comedy from the author of DRIVING MISS DAISY! For reservations and information call 281-290-5201 or visit cyfair.lonestar.edu/boxoffice.

ComedySportz
ComedySportz Houston - 901 Town and Country Boulevard, Houston, TX 77024
Time: 8 PM
Cost: Adults $16; Seniors & Students $14

ComedySportz is a live, competitive improv comedy show with plenty of audience participation. The comedy is kept clean and appropriate for families.
713.868.1444. www.comedysportzhouston.com. Ongoing Each Fri & Sat; check with location for exceptions.

Corn Maze and More
Dewberry Farm, 7705 FM 362, Brookshire, TX 77423
Ages: All Ages
Time: Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 12n-dusk
Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 9/27/08 - 11/30/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Admission $11; Children (2 & under) free; Some activities extra

Dewberry Farm has created its annual corn maze in a six-acre corn field. Other attractions include zip lines, a pumpkin patch, a pumpkin blaster, hayrides, corn cannons, a playground, a barnyard for feeding goats, and much more. Note: Also open on Columbus Day (Oct 13); and on Mon, Tue, and Fri during Thanksgiving Week (Nov 24, 25, & 28). For more information please call 281.934.3276; 866.908.FARM or visit us at www.dewberryfarm.com.

Stargazing
George Observatory, 21901 FM 762, Needville, TX 77461
Ages: 3-18
Time: 3pm-10pm
Ongoing Each Sat 8/12/06 - 8/12/10; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Telescope viewing $2-$3;Park entrance: Adults $4; Children (12 and under) free

The Observatory's 14-inch, 18-inch, and 36-inch telescopes are available for visitors to view the stars, planets, and more. Call ahead or check the website for cloud forecast.
For more information please call 979.553.3400 or 281.242.3055. Visit www.hmns.org.

Young Writers' Workshop
Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010
Ages: 5-11
Time: 10:30am-11:30am
Ongoing Each Sat 4/19/08 - 12/13/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

Writers in the Schools presents an open, free writing workshop for kids at HPL Express in the Lake House Building.For more information please call 713.400.7336 or visit http://www.discoverygreen.com

Farmers Market at LaCenterra
LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, TX 77494
Ages: All Ages
Time: 8am-12n
Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

The weekly farmers markets is held year-round in the central courtyard. Products include honey, fresh breads, olive oil, free range eggs, natural pet foods, seasonal produce, fresh flowers, and more. For more information please call 281.395.5533 or visit www.lacenterra.com.

Midtown Farmers' Market
Midtown Farmers' Market, 3701 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002
Ages: All Ages
Time: 8am-12n; Jul-Aug 8am-11am
Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Unknown

Open rain or shine, the farmers' market features produce, chocolates, flowers, organic pastries, and much more. On the second Saturday of each month, the market also includes local crafts vendors with handmade jewelry, pottery, soaps, and furniture. Visit www.tafia.com/mfm.html for more information.

Bayou City Farmers' Market
Bayou City Farmers' Market, 3000 Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX 77098
Ages: All Ages
Time: 8am-12n
Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Moderate. Bring cash.

Snatch up some fresh produce, eggs, cheeses, coffee, honey, and more, from our area's local farmers. Visit www.urbanharvest.org/programs/market/index.html for more information.

Houston Farmers Market
Houston Farmer's Market, 3106 White Oak Drive, Houston, TX 77007
Ages: All Ages
Time: Tue 3:30pm-7pm; Sat 8am-12n
Ongoing Each Tue, Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Moderate. Bring cash.

See what's fresh at this week's farmer's market - produce, eggs, cheese, coffee, flowers, and more. Tuesdays at Rice University; Saturdays in the Heights. Visit www.houstonfarmersmarket.com for more information.

Corn Maze and More
Dewberry Farm, 7705 FM 362, Brookshire, TX 77423
Ages: All Ages
Time: Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 12n-dusk
Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 9/27/08 - 11/30/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Admission $11; Children (2 & under) free; Some activities extra

Dewberry Farm has created its annual corn maze in a six-acre corn field. Other attractions include zip lines, a pumpkin patch, a pumpkin blaster, hayrides, corn cannons, a playground, a barnyard for feeding goats, and much more. Note: Also open on Columbus Day (Oct 13); and on Mon, Tue, and Fri during Thanksgiving Week (Nov 24, 25, & 28). For more information please call 281.934.3276; 866.908.FARM or visit us at www.dewberryfarm.com.

KidzPlanet
KidzPlanet, 12802 Queensbury Lane, Houston, TX 77024
Ages: 4-11
Time: 9:30am
Ongoing Each Sun; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

KidzPlanet is a weekly zany and creative children's theatre production, which uses music and drama to teach kids about important life values like honesty, respect, and trust. Performances are each Sunday morning at the Country Playhouse. For more information please call 713.344.1323 or visit www.kidzplanet.org.

Family Fine Arts Days
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, 1001 Bissonnet Street, Houston, TX 77005
Ages: 3-18
Time: 1pm-4pm
Ongoing Each Sun; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free with Museum admission

Creation Station is a drop-in studio workshop, in which families make their own paintings, sculpture, prints, photographs, and more. Family Days also include the Storytelling in the Galleries program: after hearing stories and relating them to works of art, kids and adults create their own art and stories. For more information please call 713.639.7300 or visit www.mfah.org.

SAN JACINTO CELEBRATES VETERANS DAY
NO CHARGE FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL ON VETERANS DAY NOVEMBER 11 THROUGH NOVEMBER 16

The San Jacinto Monument, rising 570 feet above the battleground, stands as a memorial to the men who fought for Texas independence. As such, it is fitting for San Jacinto to honor all military personnel on the federal and state holiday of Veterans Day. The San Jacinto Museum of History, located at the base of the Monument, will admit military personnel and their families to all its venues free of charge in celebration of Veterans Day. Both currently serving and retired military personnel and their family members will be guests of the San Jacinto Museum beginning on Veterans Day - Tuesday, November 11 through Sunday, November 16, 2008. Guests are asked to show their military ID. Non-military visitors may purchase a combo ticket ($12 adults and $8 children) for entrance to the elevator ride, Texas Forever!! and Developing Houston. Tickets for individual activities and discounts for seniors and tour groups are available. Call 281-479-2421 for information on group sales and school field trips.

For more information about the Battle of San Jacinto and the San Jacinto Museum of History, the public can visit www.sanjacinto-museum.org

A Night Out, benefiting Dress for Success® Houston, features dinner, fashion show, boutique shopping, surprise bags and a raffle. Local image consultant Cathy Fitzpatrick will give a fun-filled presentation with fashion tips and trends coupled with winning suggestions for new looks. More than 400 attendees from Houston-area companies as well as top-level female executives are expected to attend.

Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP serves as the event’s platinum sponsor for the eighth consecutive year. Chaired by Liz Howard, a banking partner in Gardere’s Houston office, the firm aims to surpass the $65,000 raised last year.

Individual tickets are available for $100 per ticket or $1,250 for a table of ten. Additional sponsorship opportunities range from $2,500 to $5,000. To purchase tickets or inquire about event sponsorship, contact Ray Rivas with Gardere at 713-276-5508 or rrivas@gardere.com.

Raffle tickets – $40 each or three for $100 – offer guests a chance at an amazing array of luxurious getaways, sports packages and culinary treats. Guests do not need to be present to win. Attendees also can purchase surprise bags filled with goodies in support of the organization.

Money raised from the evening for Dress for Success® Houston will purchase 500 suits to help women look and feel confident throughout the interview process.

Tadpoles Club
Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center - 20634 Kenswick Drive, Humble, TX 77338
Ongoing Each Wed 10/29/08 - 11/19/08; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 3-4
Time: 10:30am & 1pm
Cost: Free

Each Wednesday through November 19, preschool-aged kids can enjoy an interactive program that introduces them to nature through animals, puppets, short walks, crafts, and stories. A parent must accompany the child. No younger or older siblings allowed; this program is for kids ages three and four only. Advance reservations required.
281.446.8588
www.hcp4.net/jones

Storytime and Crafts
Nature Discovery Center - 7112 Newcastle Drive, Bellaire, TX 77401
Ongoing Each Wed; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 2-5
Time: 4pm
Cost: Free

Every Wednesday afternoon a special Nature Story Time includes two or three books on different nature topics, and a fun craft.

Green Market
Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010
Ages: All Ages
Time: 4pm-7:30pm
Ongoing Each Thu; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

Central City Co-op brings organic produce and agricultural products from local farmers and artisans to the park's promenade. For more information call 713.400.7336 or visit http://www.discoverygreen.com

The Last Night of Ballyhoo
Lone Star College–CyFair, Barker Cypress Campus - Center for the Arts, Main Stage Theatre
Time:
November 13 (preview night): 7:30pm
November 14 (opening night): 8pm
November 15: 8pm
November 21: 8pm
November 22: 8pm
November 23: 3pm
Cost: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $5 students w/ID; Lone Star College-CyFair employees receive complimentary admission

It's Christmas, 1939! GONE WITH THE WIND is premiering on the silver screen and World War II is nigh. But, in Atlanta, Ballyhoo, the social event of the Jewish holiday season is on everyone's mind!...a charming and bittersweet romantic comedy from the author of DRIVING MISS DAISY! For reservations and information call 281-290-5201 or visit cyfair.lonestar.edu/boxoffice.

Dance Houston Presents 20 Houston Dance Groups at Discovery Green
Discovery Green - 1500 McKinney, Houston, TX 77010
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Open warm-up session at 6:15pm
Cost: FREE

Dance Houston and Fresh Arts Coalition are teaming up to present Home Grown Motion: a gathering of local dancers. This unique event brings dance companies and the community together in a free impromptu festival. It's all a part of Fresh Fridays, a special series of arts events at Discovery Green put on by Fresh Arts Coalition. This festival will feature hip hop, contemporary, jazz and international dance from companies such as Revolve and Wyld Styl. Come participate with the dancers in an open warm-up session at 6:15 pm. The concert begins at 7:00, so bring snacks and blankets and come join us for a night of fun and entertainment!
Want to know more? Visit our website.

ComedySportz
ComedySportz Houston - 901 Town and Country Boulevard, Houston, TX 77024
Time: 8 PM
Cost: Adults $16; Seniors & Students $14

ComedySportz is a live, competitive improv comedy show with plenty of audience participation. The comedy is kept clean and appropriate for families.
713.868.1444. www.comedysportzhouston.com. Ongoing Each Fri & Sat; check with location for exceptions.

Waugh Bridge Bat Colony Boat Tour
Waugh Bridge, Waugh Drive at Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019
Ages: 4-18
Time: Dusk; call for specific time
Ongoing Each Fri 9/5/08 - 11/21/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Adults $35; Children (4-12) $20

Visitors can learn about the colony of more than 250,000 bats and enjoy an amazing view from the waters of Buffalo Bayou as the bats emerge at dusk. Tours leave from Allen's Landing, located at the 1000 block of Commerce Street (at Main Street). Space limited to 20 people; reservations and advance payment are required. The tours are scheduled each Friday through Nov 21, weather permitting. Call 713.752.0314, ext. 4 for more information or visit www.buffalobayou.org.

Preschool Skate
Dairy Ashford Roller Rink, 1820 S. Dairy Ashford Houston
Time: Every Friday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost: $5 to play or skate.

Every Friday Morning, for ages 7 and under, bring strollers or push toys. Call 281-493-5651 for more information or visit www.skatedarr.com.

A LITTLE HOUSE CHRISTMAS
Based on LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE by Laura Ingalls Wilder
Adapted for the stage by James DeVita
Directed by Rebecca Greene Udden
Location: MAIN STREET THEATER – CHELSEA MARKET, 4617 Montrose Blvd., Houston, TX 77006
Dates: Family performances: November 22, 29 & December 6, 13, 2008
Times: Saturdays at 1:00pm and 4:00pm
(school groups call 713-524-9196 ext 101 for available field trip times)
Cost: $10 for children and students; $12 for adults; group rates (10 or more) available. No children under 3 allowed in the theater (including sleeping babies).

Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House books are beloved for their depiction of the joys and struggles of a family settling the American Prairie. In A Little House Christmas, the Ingalls family hosts their neighbors for an early Christmas dinner to thank them for welcoming them to the area. They awaken on Christmas Day to find themselves stranded by bad weather, and it seems all is lost for any hope of Santa’s arrival! Join Mary and Laura in this Holiday classic as they learn the true meaning of friendship and the Christmas spirit! Recommended for Kindergarten and up.
For more information & Charge by Phone: 713.524.6706
Charge Online: www.mainstreettheater.com or www.ticketweb.com
Credit Cards: VISA, MC, AMEX, DISC

www.mainstreettheater.com

The Last Night of Ballyhoo
Lone Star College–CyFair, Barker Cypress Campus - Center for the Arts, Main Stage Theatre
Time:
November 13 (preview night): 7:30pm
November 14 (opening night): 8pm
November 15: 8pm
November 21: 8pm
November 22: 8pm
November 23: 3pm
Cost: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $5 students w/ID; Lone Star College-CyFair employees receive complimentary admission

It's Christmas, 1939! GONE WITH THE WIND is premiering on the silver screen and World War II is nigh. But, in Atlanta, Ballyhoo, the social event of the Jewish holiday season is on everyone's mind!...a charming and bittersweet romantic comedy from the author of DRIVING MISS DAISY! For reservations and information call 281-290-5201 or visit cyfair.lonestar.edu/boxoffice.

Girl Scout Earth Connections Badge Workshop
Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center - 20634 Kenswick Drive in Humble
Time: 9 AM - 3 PM
Cost: FREE

Scout parents and leaders can help their scouts complete the requirements for certain badges at Jones Park. Junior Girl Scouts can achieve their Earth Connections Badge during a Girl Scout Earth Connections Badge Workshop. By the end of the workshop, individual Junior Girl Scouts and troops will have completed all of the necessary activities to earn and receive this badge. Reservations are required and may be made beginning Wednesday, November 12. Please call the park at (281) 446-8588 for additional details. For more information on the park or any of its programs, call (281) 446-8588 or visit the Jones Park Web site at www.hcp4.net/jones.

Pioneer Campfire
Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center - 20634 Kenswick Drive in Humble
Time: 6:30 PM
Cost: FREE

Enjoy a cool fall evening around the campfire while roasting marshmallows, sipping hot cider, and listening to lively songs from talented performers. Reservations are required and may be made beginning Wednesday, November 12. For more information on the park or any of its programs, call (281) 446-8588 or visit the Jones Park Web site at www.hcp4.net/jones.

ComedySportz
ComedySportz Houston - 901 Town and Country Boulevard, Houston, TX 77024
Time: 8 PM
Cost: Adults $16; Seniors & Students $14

ComedySportz is a live, competitive improv comedy show with plenty of audience participation. The comedy is kept clean and appropriate for families.
713.868.1444. www.comedysportzhouston.com. Ongoing Each Fri & Sat; check with location for exceptions.

Corn Maze and More
Dewberry Farm, 7705 FM 362, Brookshire, TX 77423
Ages: All Ages
Time: Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 12n-dusk
Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 9/27/08 - 11/30/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Admission $11; Children (2 & under) free; Some activities extra

Dewberry Farm has created its annual corn maze in a six-acre corn field. Other attractions include zip lines, a pumpkin patch, a pumpkin blaster, hayrides, corn cannons, a playground, a barnyard for feeding goats, and much more. Note: Also open on Columbus Day (Oct 13); and on Mon, Tue, and Fri during Thanksgiving Week (Nov 24, 25, & 28). For more information please call 281.934.3276; 866.908.FARM or visit us at www.dewberryfarm.com.

Stargazing
George Observatory, 21901 FM 762, Needville, TX 77461
Ages: 3-18
Time: 3pm-10pm
Ongoing Each Sat 8/12/06 - 8/12/10; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Telescope viewing $2-$3;Park entrance: Adults $4; Children (12 and under) free

The Observatory's 14-inch, 18-inch, and 36-inch telescopes are available for visitors to view the stars, planets, and more. Call ahead or check the website for cloud forecast.
For more information please call 979.553.3400 or 281.242.3055. Visit www.hmns.org.

Young Writers' Workshop
Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010
Ages: 5-11
Time: 10:30am-11:30am
Ongoing Each Sat 4/19/08 - 12/13/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

Writers in the Schools presents an open, free writing workshop for kids at HPL Express in the Lake House Building.For more information please call 713.400.7336 or visit http://www.discoverygreen.com

Farmers Market at LaCenterra
LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, TX 77494
Ages: All Ages
Time: 8am-12n
Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

The weekly farmers markets is held year-round in the central courtyard. Products include honey, fresh breads, olive oil, free range eggs, natural pet foods, seasonal produce, fresh flowers, and more. For more information please call 281.395.5533 or visit www.lacenterra.com.

Midtown Farmers' Market
Midtown Farmers' Market, 3701 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77002
Ages: All Ages
Time: 8am-12n; Jul-Aug 8am-11am
Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Unknown

Open rain or shine, the farmers' market features produce, chocolates, flowers, organic pastries, and much more. On the second Saturday of each month, the market also includes local crafts vendors with handmade jewelry, pottery, soaps, and furniture. Visit www.tafia.com/mfm.html for more information.

Bayou City Farmers' Market
Bayou City Farmers' Market, 3000 Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX 77098
Ages: All Ages
Time: 8am-12n
Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Moderate. Bring cash.

Snatch up some fresh produce, eggs, cheeses, coffee, honey, and more, from our area's local farmers. Visit www.urbanharvest.org/programs/market/index.html for more information.

Houston Farmers Market
Houston Farmer's Market, 3106 White Oak Drive, Houston, TX 77007
Ages: All Ages
Time: Tue 3:30pm-7pm; Sat 8am-12n
Ongoing Each Tue, Sat; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Moderate. Bring cash.

See what's fresh at this week's farmer's market - produce, eggs, cheese, coffee, flowers, and more. Tuesdays at Rice University; Saturdays in the Heights. Visit www.houstonfarmersmarket.com for more information.

Ice Rink in The Woodlands
The Woodlands Town Center - Lake Robbins Drive and Six Pines Avenue, Spring, TX 77380
Ages: All Ages
Time: Mon-Thu 3pm-9pm; Fri 3pm-11pm; Sat 10am-11pm; Sun 12n-7pm
Ongoing Daily 11/22/08 - 1/19/09; check with location for exceptions.
Cost: General admission $9.50; Children (4 & under) $5

The outdoor ice rink at The Woodlands Town Center opens for the season. See the website for special promotions and holiday hours on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. Admission price includes skate rental. 281.419.5630. www.thewoodlandsicerink.com

The Last Night of Ballyhoo
Lone Star College–CyFair, Barker Cypress Campus - Center for the Arts, Main Stage Theatre
Time:
November 13 (preview night): 7:30pm
November 14 (opening night): 8pm
November 15: 8pm
November 21: 8pm
November 22: 8pm
November 23: 3pm
Cost: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $5 students w/ID; Lone Star College-CyFair employees receive complimentary admission

It's Christmas, 1939! GONE WITH THE WIND is premiering on the silver screen and World War II is nigh. But, in Atlanta, Ballyhoo, the social event of the Jewish holiday season is on everyone's mind!...a charming and bittersweet romantic comedy from the author of DRIVING MISS DAISY! For reservations and information call 281-290-5201 or visit cyfair.lonestar.edu/boxoffice.

Corn Maze and More
Dewberry Farm, 7705 FM 362, Brookshire, TX 77423
Ages: All Ages
Time: Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 12n-dusk
Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 9/27/08 - 11/30/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Admission $11; Children (2 & under) free; Some activities extra

Dewberry Farm has created its annual corn maze in a six-acre corn field. Other attractions include zip lines, a pumpkin patch, a pumpkin blaster, hayrides, corn cannons, a playground, a barnyard for feeding goats, and much more. Note: Also open on Columbus Day (Oct 13); and on Mon, Tue, and Fri during Thanksgiving Week (Nov 24, 25, & 28). For more information please call 281.934.3276; 866.908.FARM or visit us at www.dewberryfarm.com.

KidzPlanet
KidzPlanet, 12802 Queensbury Lane, Houston, TX 77024
Ages: 4-11
Time: 9:30am
Ongoing Each Sun; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

KidzPlanet is a weekly zany and creative children's theatre production, which uses music and drama to teach kids about important life values like honesty, respect, and trust. Performances are each Sunday morning at the Country Playhouse. For more information please call 713.344.1323 or visit www.kidzplanet.org.

Ice Rink in The Woodlands
The Woodlands Town Center - Lake Robbins Drive and Six Pines Avenue, Spring, TX 77380
Ages: All Ages
Time: Mon-Thu 3pm-9pm; Fri 3pm-11pm; Sat 10am-11pm; Sun 12n-7pm
Ongoing Daily 11/22/08 - 1/19/09; check with location for exceptions.
Cost: General admission $9.50; Children (4 & under) $5

The outdoor ice rink at The Woodlands Town Center opens for the season. See the website for special promotions and holiday hours on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. Admission price includes skate rental. 281.419.5630. www.thewoodlandsicerink.com

Family Fine Arts Days
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, 1001 Bissonnet Street, Houston, TX 77005
Ages: 3-18
Time: 1pm-4pm
Ongoing Each Sun; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free with Museum admission

Creation Station is a drop-in studio workshop, in which families make their own paintings, sculpture, prints, photographs, and more. Family Days also include the Storytelling in the Galleries program: after hearing stories and relating them to works of art, kids and adults create their own art and stories. For more information please call 713.639.7300 or visit www.mfah.org.

Corn Maze and More: Thanksgiving Week
Dewberry Farm - 7705 FM 362, Brookshire, TX 77423
Ongoing Each Mon, Tue, Fri 11/24/08 - 11/28/08; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: All Ages
Time: 10am-6pm
Cost: Admission $11; Children (2 & under) free; Some activities extra

Dewberry Farm is open on Mon, Tue, and Fri during Thanksgiving Week, featuring its annual corn maze in a six-acre corn field. Other attractions include zip lines, a pumpkin patch, a pumpkin blaster, hayrides, corn cannons, a playground, a barnyard for feeding goats, and much more. Note: Regular schedule continues on Sat-Sun through Nov 30.
281.934.3276; 866.908.FARM
www.dewberryfarm.com

Ice Rink in The Woodlands
The Woodlands Town Center - Lake Robbins Drive and Six Pines Avenue, Spring, TX 77380
Ages: All Ages
Time: Mon-Thu 3pm-9pm; Fri 3pm-11pm; Sat 10am-11pm; Sun 12n-7pm
Ongoing Daily 11/22/08 - 1/19/09; check with location for exceptions.
Cost: General admission $9.50; Children (4 & under) $5

The outdoor ice rink at The Woodlands Town Center opens for the season. See the website for special promotions and holiday hours on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. Admission price includes skate rental. 281.419.5630. www.thewoodlandsicerink.com

Corn Maze and More: Thanksgiving Week
Dewberry Farm - 7705 FM 362, Brookshire, TX 77423
Ongoing Each Mon, Tue, Fri 11/24/08 - 11/28/08; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: All Ages
Time: 10am-6pm
Cost: Admission $11; Children (2 & under) free; Some activities extra

Dewberry Farm is open on Mon, Tue, and Fri during Thanksgiving Week, featuring its annual corn maze in a six-acre corn field. Other attractions include zip lines, a pumpkin patch, a pumpkin blaster, hayrides, corn cannons, a playground, a barnyard for feeding goats, and much more. Note: Regular schedule continues on Sat-Sun through Nov 30.
281.934.3276; 866.908.FARM
www.dewberryfarm.com

Ice Rink in The Woodlands
The Woodlands Town Center - Lake Robbins Drive and Six Pines Avenue, Spring, TX 77380
Ages: All Ages
Time: Mon-Thu 3pm-9pm; Fri 3pm-11pm; Sat 10am-11pm; Sun 12n-7pm
Ongoing Daily 11/22/08 - 1/19/09; check with location for exceptions.
Cost: General admission $9.50; Children (4 & under) $5

The outdoor ice rink at The Woodlands Town Center opens for the season. See the website for special promotions and holiday hours on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. Admission price includes skate rental. 281.419.5630. www.thewoodlandsicerink.com

Storytime and Crafts
Nature Discovery Center - 7112 Newcastle Drive, Bellaire, TX 77401
Ongoing Each Wed; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: 2-5
Time: 4pm
Cost: Free

Every Wednesday afternoon a special Nature Story Time includes two or three books on different nature topics, and a fun craft.

Ice Rink in The Woodlands
The Woodlands Town Center - Lake Robbins Drive and Six Pines Avenue, Spring, TX 77380
Ages: All Ages
Time: Mon-Thu 3pm-9pm; Fri 3pm-11pm; Sat 10am-11pm; Sun 12n-7pm
Ongoing Daily 11/22/08 - 1/19/09; check with location for exceptions.
Cost: General admission $9.50; Children (4 & under) $5

The outdoor ice rink at The Woodlands Town Center opens for the season. See the website for special promotions and holiday hours on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. Admission price includes skate rental. 281.419.5630. www.thewoodlandsicerink.com

Green Market
Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010
Ages: All Ages
Time: 4pm-7:30pm
Ongoing Each Thu; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Free

Central City Co-op brings organic produce and agricultural products from local farmers and artisans to the park's promenade. For more information call 713.400.7336 or visit http://www.discoverygreen.com

Ice Rink in The Woodlands
The Woodlands Town Center - Lake Robbins Drive and Six Pines Avenue, Spring, TX 77380
Ages: All Ages
Time: Mon-Thu 3pm-9pm; Fri 3pm-11pm; Sat 10am-11pm; Sun 12n-7pm
Ongoing Daily 11/22/08 - 1/19/09; check with location for exceptions.
Cost: General admission $9.50; Children (4 & under) $5

The outdoor ice rink at The Woodlands Town Center opens for the season. See the website for special promotions and holiday hours on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. Admission price includes skate rental. 281.419.5630. www.thewoodlandsicerink.com

ComedySportz
ComedySportz Houston - 901 Town and Country Boulevard, Houston, TX 77024
Time: 8 PM
Cost: Adults $16; Seniors & Students $14

ComedySportz is a live, competitive improv comedy show with plenty of audience participation. The comedy is kept clean and appropriate for families.
713.868.1444. www.comedysportzhouston.com. Ongoing Each Fri & Sat; check with location for exceptions.

Corn Maze and More: Thanksgiving Week
Dewberry Farm - 7705 FM 362, Brookshire, TX 77423
Ongoing Each Mon, Tue, Fri 11/24/08 - 11/28/08; check with location for exceptions.
Ages: All Ages
Time: 10am-6pm
Cost: Admission $11; Children (2 & under) free; Some activities extra

Dewberry Farm is open on Mon, Tue, and Fri during Thanksgiving Week, featuring its annual corn maze in a six-acre corn field. Other attractions include zip lines, a pumpkin patch, a pumpkin blaster, hayrides, corn cannons, a playground, a barnyard for feeding goats, and much more. Note: Regular schedule continues on Sat-Sun through Nov 30.
281.934.3276; 866.908.FARM
www.dewberryfarm.com

Waugh Bridge Bat Colony Boat Tour
Waugh Bridge, Waugh Drive at Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019
Ages: 4-18
Time: Dusk; call for specific time
Ongoing Each Fri 9/5/08 - 11/21/08; check with location for exceptions
Cost: Adults $35; Children (4-12) $20

Visitors can learn about the colony of more than 250,000 bats and enjoy an amazing view from the waters of Buffalo Bayou as the bats emerge at dusk. Tours leave from Allen's Landing, located at the 1000 block of Commerce Street (at Main Street). Space limited to 20 people; reservations and advance payment are required. The tours are scheduled each Friday through Nov 21, weather permitting. Call 713.752.0314, ext. 4 for more information or visit www.buffalobayou.org.

Preschool Skate
Dairy Ashford Roller Rink, 1820 S. Dairy Ashford Houston
Time: Every Friday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost: $5 to play or skate.

Every Friday Morning, for ages 7 and under, bring strollers or push toys. Call 281-493-5651 for more information or visit www.skatedarr.com.

Ice Rink in The Woodlands
The Woodlands Town Center - Lake Robbins Drive and Six Pines Avenue, Spring, TX 77380
Ages: All Ages
Time: Mon-Thu 3pm-9pm; Fri 3pm-11pm; Sat 10am-11pm; Sun 12n-7pm
Ongoing Daily 11/22/08 - 1/19/09; check with location for exceptions.
Cost: General admission $9.50; Children (4 & under) $5

The outdoor ice rink at The Woodlan