Houston House & Home November 2011 Calendar by Get Lost Houston

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One of the 10 homes on the ASID Kitchen & Bath Tour, Nov. 5. Photo courtesy of Cabinet Innovations.

HOME & HOLIDAY TOURS You read about the fantastic ASID Kitchen & Bath Tour within the October issue of our magazine. Don't miss 10-stop tour through neighborhoods such as River Oaks, Memorial and Garden Oaks Nov. 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A Kick off party is set for Friday evening, Nov. 4 at Westheimer Plumbing and Hardware and a wrap party is planned for Saturday evening, Nov. 5 at Poggenpohl. Information: www.asidtgcc.org The German American Chamber of Commerce presents the Das Haus Exhibition Nov. 8-17 at the Houston Permitting Center. The Das Haus is a traveling pavilion that will visit 12 North American cities. Houston is the only sopt in Texas. The exhibition

Celebrate the holidays Nov. 17-Jan. 1 at Yuletide: Holiday Time at Bayou Bend.

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features German green building technology that was included in several of the solar homes exhibited each year on the National Mall in Washington D.C. for the annual Solar Decathlon. The location is 900 Bagby. Information: dashaustour.com or 832.384.1200. Celebrate the holidays at Bayou Bend with Yuletide: Holiday Time at Bayou Bend, Nov. 17-Jan. 1. Bayou Bend, the American Decorative Arts Center for the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, is renowned for its annual Yuletide tradition featuring festive lights, decorations, candlelight tours and special room settings that bring historic American celebrations to life. This year, enjoy the revival of favorite holiday-themed rooms as you take this festive stroll through 250 years of history to experience how our

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See the 2011 Southern Living Showcase house in Cypress Nov. 3-20.

Americans celebrated the holidays with family and friends. Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens is located at 6003 Memorial Drive at Westcott Street. Special Candlelight Tour hours are Thursdays through Fridays, 5 to 7 p.m. (last admission) on December 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 and 16. Admission is $7.50 for adults, $5 for students over age18 and seniors with ID; free for children 17 and under. Call ahead to make parking arrangements for visitors with disabilities. Information: www.mfah.org/bayoubend or 713.639.7750. If you didn’t get to tour the lavish, Tuscan-inspired 2011 Southern Living Showcase house in Cypress last month, you have another chance this month. The stunning home reopens to the public Nov. 3-20 for a festive Holiday Tour benefiting Be An Angel. The showcase home is located at 15026 Hidden Valley Waters Drive in Cypress. Hours are Thursday through Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. Admission is a $10 donation. Information: www.homesbymorningstar.com The 2011 Houston Heights Association Holiday Home Tour features six homes (two are pictured below) festooned in festive finery on Dec. 2 and 3. Tour goers will have a rare opportunity to look inside these

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unique spaces that reflect the rich architectural tradition of this charming neighborhood. Friday hours are 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Saturday hours are 3 to 9 p.m. Free shuttle buses both days. Tickets are $20 in advance for all six homes or $25 on tour days. $5 per-home tickets can also be purchased on tour days at each of the homes. Information: www.houstonheights.org/ holidayhometour.htm The Heritage Society's 49th Annual Candlelight Tour at Sam Houston Park on Dec. 9 and 10 showcases eight of Houston's oldest historic structures trimmed to perfection in traditional 19th century décor. At each of the structures, visitors are treated to a different type of familyfriendly entertainment including everything from storytellers and reenactors to local children's choirs. Additionally, The Heritage Society Museum Gallery features More than a Toy: Dolls from the Victorian Era exhibit. Children may also have their photo taken with Santa, play in the snow, enjoy a holiday story reading, and make crafts at Santa's Workshop. Hours are 6:30-9:30 p.m. Sam Houston Park is located at 1100 Bagby. Information: www.heritagesociety.org or 713.655.1912.

Houston-area gardeners can expect a wide variety of gardening classes and unique events every month at The Arbor Gate in Tomball. On Nov. 10, Susan Wood teaches Cool Weather Herbs and Easy Composting. This award-winning member of The Herb Society of America guides gardeners on which herbs to grow for winter and how to protect less hardy varieties from freeze damage. As a bonus, Susan will share secrets to improve your soil by turning kitchen scraps, leaves and grass clippings into compost or mulch. Anyone hosting holiday gatherings should consider attending Get a Jump on the Holidays with Chef Molly Fowler. This class is offered twice, Nov.12 and 15. Chef Molly demonstrates how to create fabulous gifts from your kitchen for the upcoming holidays, and demonstrate some easy and delicious appetizers and desserts. Arbor Gate hosts its Christmas Open House on Dec. 3. Guests can enjoy delicious food and holiday cheer along with the with Zydeco music by Curtis C. Poullard. Information: 281.351.8851or www.arborgate.com. Nestled within Memorial Park, Houston Arboretum & Nature Center serves as both a serene retreat and education center. Arboretum's conservation director, Joe Blanton leads a class on Creating A Backyard Wildlife Habitat. The same class is scheduled for both Nov. 13 and 20. Attendees are encouraged to bring along a sketch, diagram or photographs of your backyard and a current plant inventory for input by the instructor and fellow participants. Cost is $30 for members, $45 for nonmembers. Information: 713.681.8433 or www.HoustonArboretum.org. IKEA Houston offers free workshops teaching both seasoned and budding designers how to make the most of their space, lighting, décor and more. November workshops include How to plan your kitchen on Nov. 3, How to Install Kitchens on Nov. 10, and Dress your Table for the Holidays on Nov. 17. Information: www.ikeahouston.com or 713.688.7867.

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ANTIQUES & ARTS MARKETS The renowned Nutcracker Market brings more than 300 merchants to Reliant Center Nov. 10-13. This market like no other features gifts for the entire family, including home décor, gourmet food, garden, clothing, sporting gifts, novelties, accessories and more. All proceeds from the Market benefit Houston Ballet Foundation, Houston Ballet’s Ben Stevenson Academy and its scholarship funds. Discounted tickets available at Houston-area Randalls stores. Information: 713.535.3231 or www.houstonballet.org. The Winter Holiday Art Market (WHAM) takes place Nov. 19 and 20 at Winter Street Studios. Part curated art festival, part holiday party, WHAM brings together Houston artists for an alternative winter wonderland of paintings, jewelry, clothing and more. Shoppers enjoy art, food, entertainment and the new IKEA Lounge. Winter Street Studios is located at 2101 Winter Street, off Taylor. Free admission. Information: www.spacetaker.org/wham. Now in its 59th year, the Theta Charity Antiques Show is considered one of the top three antiques show in the country. This marquee antiques event is set for Nov. 17-20 at the George R. Brown Convention Center, Hall E. Don’t miss special guest Martha Stewart on Saturday, Nov. 19. Since its inception in 1952, the Theta Charity Antiques Show has donated more than $6 million dollars to medical research, cultural arts and educational endeavors in the Houston area. This year's show is proud to present more than 50 premier antiques dealers from around the globe. Exhibitors offer the finest in antiques from the 17th to the 20th centuries. Hours for the how are Saturday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: www.thetaantiquesshow.com or 713.622.3560.

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