Fort Bend Parent Magazine October 2022

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2 years – Grade 8

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2 years – Kindergarten

By Tania K. Cowling

Get ready, Halloween is coming! A perfect time for parents and children to spend time together carving pumpkins, designing costumes and planning ‘trickor-treat’ activities. Kids can lose themselves in fun without having to worry about normal, proper, or appropriate behavior. They can act out their fantasies, dreams and imagination—it’s OK—it’s Halloween!

Spend this month of October making homemade decorations to set the scene for your Halloween happenings. “Together Time” moments today are worth a million memories tomorrow!

SLIME

is is not edible, but loads of fun for play. Please supervise young children.

Mixture One:

• 1/4 cup white Elmer’s glue

• 1/4 cup water

• Food coloring

Mixture Two:

• One-eighth cup water

• One-half teaspoon Borax

Mix mixture One in one bowl, and mixture Two in another. Make sure both are well mixed. Add mixture One into mixture Two. Reach in and pull out your slime. Knead it for 1-2 minutes until formed. Store in a plastic zip lock bag.

Creepy creature

Remind the kids Frankenstein was created with all kinds of odd parts. Grab the recycle bin and invite your child to glue together all kinds of materials to create their unique creature. A low temperature glue gun is best (Adult supervision at all times) or tacky glue. Start with a box or two and then glue on other household leftovers you can find. Continue building upward until you are satisfied with your creepy creation.

TIC-TAC-BOO!

Take the traditional tic-tac-toe game and give it Halloween flair. Cut a large pumpkin from a sheet of orange poster board. Draw the game grid with a black marker. Cut markers (in Halloween shapes) from construction paper. Another good tip is to use your computer and find clip art that would serve as markers—you need at least five markers of two different shapes. Preserve your game board and pieces covering them with clear plastic adhesive paper if you wish. Enjoy playing this game with your children—think about how you can make this game for other holidays too!

Handy Bat

Make use of your child’s hands as wings to make this fun Halloween bat. Trace each hand onto black poster board, heavy construction paper or fun foam. Then cut out a head with pointed ears. Assemble the pieces with glue or tape.

Decorate with googly eyes (or paper ones), a pompom nose, and a freaky mouth cut from white paper. Add a yarn or ribbon loop at the top to hang this bat decoration around the house.

RECYCLED GHOST

You will need:

• One white plastic kitchen-size trash bag

• One white round balloon

• Rubber band or twist tie

• Black construction paper

• Tape or glue

• Heavy string

Blow up the balloon until it’s as big as you would like the head of your ghost. Put the balloon in a plastic bag and situate it so that a corner of the bottom of the bag is at the top of the balloon. Tie the bag just below the bottom of the balloon. The rest of the bag will drape like the ghosts’ body. Cut out facial features from black construction paper. Either glue or tape these in place. Make a hole in the top of the bag (make sure you don’t pop the balloon) just large enough to insert some heavy string. Tie the string tightly and hang your ghost in the house or from a tree branch.

SPOOKY CHOCOLATE SPIDERS

You will need:

• One 12-ounce package chocolate chips

• One medium can of dry chow mein noodles

• One package of M & M’s

• Waxed paper

Place the chocolate chips in a medium size bowl. Melt the chocolate in the microwave. Invite your child to stir in the noodles, saving some extra noodles to use as spider legs after the bodies are made. Let cool slightly. Drop by spoonfuls onto the wax paper. Your child can now add eight spider legs to the main body. Make spider faces with colorful M & M candies. Store these Halloween treats in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Kid Friendly

Little Boo Haunted Fun House

Kemah Boardwalk Fridays 5-10pm | Saturdays 1-10pm Sundays 1-8pm | Halloween 1-10pm

www.specials.kemahboardwalk.com/boo-on-theboardwalk

Haunted Drive

235 Chain-O-Lakes Resort Suite Haunted Drive, Cleveland, TX 77327

Haunted Drive is a drive-thru haunted house. You will experience frights, thrills and scares from all angles while driving through 13 acres of horror. A 10,000 square foot maze with creatures around every corner ready to devour you.

An adult haunted house for those looking for frights, thrills, and screams. A kid/family friendly haunted house. Kids can take a tour through our trick or treat street for sweets and treats.

www.haunteddrive.com

Fire Station No. 4 Haunted House

October 29

Come join us if you dare for a spooky night at the fire station. This is a free and fun event open to the public! Children are welcome, but parental supervision is required. Recommended age 12 and up. Under 12 at parent’s discretion. 6 p.m. 175 W. Bay Area Boulevard, League City, TX 77573

www.leaguecitytx.gov/3753/Fire-Station-HauntedHouse

Adults and Teens

Dungeon of Doom

Kemah Boardwalk

Dungeon of Doom Haunted House - Terror reigns through Halloween. Welcome to the Dungeon of Doom, you are about to take a stroll through the dark side of reality.

www.dungeonofdoomkemah.com

Redrum Fear Park

1800 E. Hwy 90A, Richmond, TX 77406

4 attractions this year; Deadwood Asylum, Twisted Circus 3D, Cinegore, and Lazer Fury www.redrumhaunt.com

Haunted Mayfield Manor

Galveston, 2313 Harborside Drive

12 rooms of Terror that will leave you screaming!

www.thescarefactor.com/haunted-house-directory/ texas/Haunted%20Mayfield%20Manor

4th Annual Haunted Warehouse & Community Halloween Carnival October 28-29

213 6th St N, Texas City, TX 77590-7968

Back by popular demand, the Haunted Warehouse, a unique fundraising experience for the Galveston County community, is making it’s 4th Annual debut!

Get ready for a SPOOKtacular time, while supporting a great cause! This year the Haunted Warehouse event will be 2 nights. The Free community wide Halloween Carnival is returning with vendors, music, games, trick-or-treating, food truck, petting zoo and more. NEW this year, we are offering a Scaredy Cat Haunt during the carnival at a discounted price for families with young children to enjoy.

Friday, October 28, 2022

Haunted Warehouse 6pm – 10pm $10/single entry (2 and under free)

Saturday, October 29, 2022

Carnival 1pm – 5pm FREE entry

Scaredy Cat Haunted Warehouse 1pm – 5pm $5/ single entry (2 and under free)

Haunted Warehouse 6pm – 10pm $10/single entry (2 and under free)

Purchase tickets online or at the door. The Haunted Warehouse is wheelchair, stroller and wagon accessible.

Houston Terror Dome

16030 East Freeway Channelview, TX 77530

Do other Haunted Houses fail to scare you?

Experience the most terrifying of all Houston haunted houses. Bring a change of underwear! You are going to need it!!! This year we have improved our haunt with new themes, new effects, and new characters to ensure not even last year’s Haunt could prepare you for what’s inside. Whatever you fear, you’ll find it in here. www.houstonterrordome.com

Houston Scream Fest

1500 Elton St, Houston, TX 77034

Largest Halloween event in Houston! Unlimited entrance to the haunted houses, Free Drinks including Adult Beverages, A carnival style midway, Admission to H-Town Paintball ($75 value, paint not included), Indoor air-conditioned restrooms (not porta-cans), Zombie PaintBall Attraction (paint not included), Live concerts every night the park is open. www.thehoustonscreamfest.com/thehoustonscreamfest

The Haunted Trails

New Location! We have moved to a Haunted Farm in Cypress! 17115 Mueschke Rd.Cypress, TX 77433

Thrilling outdoor adventure!

Haunted attraction in the dark woods with two attractions! Haunted Trails and Psycho Hollow 3D www.thehauntedtrails.com

Phobia Haunted Houses

2 Locations- Kemah Boardwalk and 5250 Sam Houston Parkway

Experience psycho clowns, chilling chainsaws, depraved robots, staggering zombies, manic mental patients, eerie woods, and much more www.darke.com

13th Floor Haunted House

7075 FARM TO MARKET 1960 ROAD WEST STE 20. Open Select Nights through October 31st Experience the world-famous 13th Floor Haunted House, “Top 5 Most Terrifying Haunted Houses in the US”, USA Today www.13thfloorhouston.com

Nightmarez Haunted House 19210 Nasworthy Drive, Tomball, TX 77375 Open 10/28-10/31 We are a haunted house created by dedicated volunteers and horror lovers. One of the most detailed and truly scary haunted house in the Tomball area.Free Donations Accepted. www.nightmarezhaunt.com

Terror Isle Adventures 518 6th St., Texas City, TX 77590

Terror Isle is the Gulf Coast’s premiere haunted house and escape room games serving Houston, Galveston, League City, and surrounding cites in Galveston County.

www.terrorisle.com

Horror Trails 1415 Almeda Genoa Rd. Houston, TX 77047

WHAT lurks through these trails that’s waiting to APPEAR? Drive thru to find out what HORROR LIVES HERE!

www.horrortrails.com

Purgatory Scream Park 1965 Northpark Drive, Kingwood, 77339 North of Houston, in the city of Kingwood, lies the sleeping giant of the haunted house industry. Purgatory Scream Park is the fastest growing horror themed attraction in Houston, and is beloved by its guests. This is evident by the raving reviews Purgatory receives on social media and its unmatched rating of 4.9 on Google. The measure of a haunted attraction is the satisfaction of it’s guests, and it is here that Purgatory Scream Park outranks all other haunts in Houston

www.purgatoryscreampark.com

Creepy Hallow Haunted House Rosharon, 12872 Valley Vista Drive 2022, Bigger,Better and SCARIER! The 288 Scare Factory is the mobile viral genetic research facility of Nouveau Genesis Corporation gone awry. The facility is based at a location known as Creepy Hollow and was developed to experiment on the ample feral hog population in the area. The corporation is going to cure all of mans afflictions by introducing genetic manipulating viruses, but there has been an accident. If the virus gets out it could be the end of life as we know it. Enter a dark industrial world where the laws of science have been manipulated and decayed. Find out how it feels to be alive as you are trying to survive the walking dead. Welcome to ground zero of the zombie apocalypse!!

www.creepyhollowhaunt.com

Party Planning Guide!

D Party Planning Guide

Active Play & Dance

„ BUSHI BAN MARTIAL ARTS

At Bushi Ban Martial Arts, we understand how exciting birthdays are, especially for kids. That’s why we go above and beyond to make sure every party is the best one yet! Perfect for all ages, your child and all their friends will have the time of their lives!

www.bushiban.com/martial-artsclasses/Texas/Missouri-City/2815 832-833-0030

„ IRON CROSS GYMNASTICS

Our birthday parties are awesome! We make sure that each and every child has an extraordinary experience! Birthday parties are booked on Saturdays. time selections are 12pm, 2, pm, 4pm, or 6pm. Call and get your party reserved today!

www.ironcrossgymnastics.com/ services/ birthday-parties 281-342-4766

„ OLYMPIA GYMNASTICS & TUMBLING

Every child will jump, tumble, flip and play through an hour of gymnastics related activities and games. They will spend the remaining 30 minutes in your party area feasting on birthday cake! Book your birthday or team party soon, they sure go fast!

www.olympiatx.com 832-321-7100

„ NINJA KID WARRIOR

Ninja-Kid Warrior Party (Ages 4-13 years old) 1-hour of ninja play, 30 minutes for party. Two coaches will lead and supervise fun challenges & group activities designed for their age and skill level. All participants will get to try some of the American Ninja Warrior obstacles as seen on TV.

www.ninjakidwarrior.com 281-980-3030

„ SUGAR LAND GYMNASTICS & SIENNA GYMNASTICS

A full hour of gym time filled with fun games and more! Thirty minutes in our party room for food and cake! No need to stress about set up or clean up parents, that is also included!

www.sugarlandgymnastics.com 281-240-0999

„ SUGAR LAND SKEETERS

Birthdays at the Ballpark! Celebrate your birthday at Constellation Field! No Worries, No Clean Up. We do all the work! Check out our available packages and book your party today!

www.sugarlandskeeters.com/ groups/birthdays

Animals

„ MOODY GARDENS www.moodygardens.com 1-800-582-4673

„ THE HOUSTON ZOO www.houstonzoo.org 713-533-6500

STEM & Educational

„ CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF HOUSTON www.cmhouston.org 713-522-1138

„ FORT BEND CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY CENTER www.Childrensdiscoveryfb.org 832-742-2800

„ LONE STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM

Get ready to soar in for a party that will not soon be forgotten! Recommended for ages 6 and up, packages include museum access, party room, and knowledge hunt. www.lonestarflight.org 1-888-FLY-LSFM (359-5736)

„ SEA STAR BASE GALVESTON

With four conference rooms overlooking the bayou, a reception hall with panoramic views, and outdoor spaces on our pristine waterfront, your next event is sure to be a hit! Receive 5% off your rental with promo code: PARENTEVENT5 www.ssbgalveston.org/ specialevents 409-572-2560

Video Game

„ MAIN EVENT

Main Event throws EPIC birthday parties for kids! The most FUN you can have under one roof! www.mainevent.com Stafford 281-313-7200

D Party Planning Guide

„ CONNOLLY DANCE ARTS

Your child will enjoy being the star of the class, and everyone who attends will enjoy being a dancer for the day! Choice of ballet, jazz, musical theater or hip-hop themed parties. Parties are 1.5 hours long and can be hosted on Saturdays and Sundays. www.connollydancearts.com/studiorentalbirthday-parties/ 281-693-1232

„ REPUBLIC GYMNASTICS & DANCE

We offer an AMAZING Party that kiddos of all ages will love and that is super simple for the host! 1 hour of play time that includes all sorts of activities throughout the entire gym and 30 minutes of lobby time for cake, snacks and gifts. www.republicgymnastics.com 281-345-7555

„ SUGAR LAND SKEETERS

Birthdays at the Ballpark! Celebrate your birthday at Constellation Field! No Worries, No Clean Up. We do all the work! Check out our available packages and book your party today! www.sugarlandskeeters.com/groups/ birthdays

„ STARS GYMNASTICS

Have your party indoors at Stars Gymnastics! Our experienced coaching staff provides close supervision of all activities. Sit back, relax and enjoy your child’s party!

www.starsgymtx.com Houston 713-464-1996 Katy 713-364-2631

„ THE LITTLE GYM

Ages 1-12, full access of the facility with an instructor for games, music, and Lego. We set up and clean for you, offering a totally awesome birthday experience. www.thelittlegym.com Katy 281-347-1400 Memorial 281-558-9500

„ WESTWOOD GYMNASTICS & DANCE

Jump, tumble, flip and play through an hour of gymnastics related activities and games. Then sepnd 30 minutes in your party area feasting on birthday cake! www.westwoodgym.com 281-347-2000

„ WORLD THEATER

Beautiful auditorium and function rooms for your events, parties, recitals and church services. Puppet shows and entertainment. www.worldtheater.us 832-552-5115

„ PALOMA TRAILS

Your party guests will meet and greet the miniatures horses, and be taught how to groom manes, dress up the horses with bows and clips. They will also feed and ride the horses.

www.Palomatrails.com 713-715-9363

„ CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF HOUSTON

Celebrate your child with a birthday party at the ultimate Playground for Your Mind!

www.cmhouston.org/birthdays 713-535-7212

„ FORT BEND CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY CENTER

Celebrate your child with a birthday party at THE place in Fort Bend for kids! www.childrensdiscoveryfb.org/parties 832-742-2783

„ IDEA LAB KIDS

Take our STEAM learning out of the classroom and into a custom-designed, fun party experience for all! Choose from a variety party themes. All parties incorporate inventive, hands-on activities in a festive atmosphere tailored to a child’s interests and age.

www.katy.idealabkids.com 832-672-7932

„ MAIN EVENT

Main Event throws EPIC birthday parties for kids! The most FUN you can have under one roof!

www.mainevent.com Katy 281-394-4800

„ TILT STUDIO

We offer several party packages to ensure that your child has the best birthday experience! Our full blast parties are for all ages!

www.tiltstudio.com 281-644-2340

„ CHALLENGE ISLAND

Challenge Island is a party everyday-so you can probably imagine, our birthday parties are epic! Our Traditional parties have a luau theme and a mix and match of your child’s favorite challenges. Or choose one of our STEAMtastic party thems, like Fort Island, Slime, STEAMwarts, Wizardry, Frostbitten, STEAMions, STEAM Girls & Dolls and More! We offer a variety of packages to fit your budget! Contact us today to schedule your child’s party!

281-901-1034

www.challenge-island.com

October 1

Kids Workshop at Home Depot

Fire Rescue Boat

9 am- noon

www.homedepot.com/c/kids

International Festival

Central Green Park

Our International Festival will feature countries from every region of the world. Consulates and local organizations will be invited to share their culture with our community. Dance, music, art, and traditional dress will be the highlight of this event. rain date October 2nd.

11 am – 7 pm

www.centralgreenpark.com/event/internationalfestival

St. Paul’s 2022 Fall Festival and Craft Show

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

One of the highlights for St. Paul’s each year is the Annual Fall Festival & Craft Show. It is a day of fun and food for the whole Katy community. Join us Saturday, October 1st from 9am to 3pm. It is a great time to get a head start on Christmas shopping, enjoy exciting children’s activities, and eat delicious BBQ sandwiches. Returning again, Elk’s Lodge will be preparing and selling food including hot dogs and pork or brisket sandwiches from 11am to 2pm. Plates will cost $4-$7. We usually have 50+ vendors selling a wide range of fares and an expanded children’s area with the return of the train and some new activities! We hope to see you there!

9 am- 3 pm

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Octoberfest

Sugar Land Town Square

Bavarian music and dancing. Beer. Authentic German food. Beer. Games and prizes. Beer. We’ve got the perfect (boozy) fall day planned for you. Save the date for Sugar Land Town Square’s first annual Oktoberfest, presented by Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land.

4-9 pm

www.sugarlandtownsquare.com/events/

Family Friendly Events

Parents Night Out

Stars Gymnastics Katy

Drop your athlete off for a fun night of open gym, games, pizza, and so much more! 5:30-10:30 pm

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October 1-2

Fort Bend County Fair

Visit the Fort Bend County Fair and enjoy carnival rides, themed days, BBQ competitions, live music and much more.

$40 for season passes, $14 online/$15 at the gate for adults (ages 12+), $5 for children (ages 6-11), FREE for children 5 & under www.fortbendcountyfair.com

October 2

Sunday Make Break Michaels

Come in store and customize your craft pumpkin!

All you need to do is purchase a craft pumpkin, and we will provide you all the supplies to decorate it OR we will also have a FREE pumpkin canvas painting craft. https://www.michaels.com/

October 3

Sensory Friendly Day

Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center

Children with autism spectrum disorder and their families are invited to experience the Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center with dimmed lights, limited extra sounds, and no distracting motions during this private event. Extra signage is added to help visitors determine things not to climb on, and entrances between exhibits where it is good to stop and wait for an adult before continuing.

Our Sensory Friendly Days offer a wonderful relief from extra stimuli. These exclusive events include the following modifications:

• Less crowded environment

• Light and sound reduction

• Extra visual safety signage

• Designated quiet rooms

This event is FREE for members. General admission is $7.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT

10 am-3pm www.fb.me/e/3Hl5hAf9g

October 4

FREE Admission at the Houston Zoo

Free daytime admission to the Houston Zoo is provided once a month, on the first Tuesday of each month, from open until closing. Online reservations are required for all guests and members during this time. Tickets will not be available at the gate. Online reservations are required.

9am-5pm www.houstonzoo.org

National Night Out

City of Rosenberg and Rosenberg Police

Join us for National Night Out! On Tuesday, October 4, 2022, the Rosenberg Police Department will host our annual National Night Out event. This national campaign is designed to strengthen neighborhood and police partnerships, and increase crime and drug prevention awareness. This year, the City’s National Night Out event will be held at Brazos Town Center in the parking lot in front of the Police Store front, next to Hobby Lobby. There will be events for the kids and various vendors from the community in attendance.

6-9 pm

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October 7

Open Gym

Westwood Gymnastics and Dance

Ages 3 and up (Potty Trained)

7-11 pm

$20 or $25 at the door.

www.westwoodgym.com/events-calendar

Tumble Clinic

Republic Gymnastics and Dance

Don’t miss your chance to get extra tumbling practice in at our Tumbling Clinic offered one

Friday a month. Ages 5 and up 7-9pm.

www.republicgymnastics.com/special-events

October 7-9

Katy Rice Festival

Historic Downtown

Katy Rice Harvest Festival is three big days of excitement and family fun with live entertainment and music, craft and food booths, a carnival and more. Free shuttle service to and from the Merrell Center all day Saturday and Sunday.

Friday: 6-10pm (FREE admission) Saturday: 10am-10pm Sunday: 12-6pm www.katyricefestival.com

October 8

Fall Fest

Rosenberg Railroad Museum

The Fall Fun Fest is a fan favorite every year. From steam trains to your favorite characters from a galaxy far far away there is fun for the whole family! Trackless train rides, Bounce House, Bounce Obstacle Course, Museum Tours, and Admission, hands-on Activities, Face Painting, Games, and Prizes. Food, Drinks, and Gift Shop Items are additional.

www.rosenbergrrmuseum.org/festivals

Movie under the Moon sponsored by First Colony Church of Christ

Sugar Land Town Square

Bring your family, friends, and lawn chairs to the Plaza to enjoy a free Movie Under the Moon. This month’s showing is A Nightmare Before Christmas! 7:30-9pm

www.sugarlandtownsquare.com/events

October 9

Sunday Make Break: Beaded Halloween Necklace or Keychain Michaels

Come in store and make a spooky necklace or keychain perfect for Halloween. This event is free!2-4 pm www.michaels.com

October 14

Tribute to Garth Brooks

Sugar Land Town Square

Come and see Nashville recording artist Adam Grant from Shiloh, Georgia with his top-notch Tribute to Garth Brooks Show. Not only does he look like Garth, he sounds like him too -- come out and see for yourself!

7:30-9:30 pm

www.sugarlandtownsquare.com/events/

Harvest Fest

Needville Harvest Park

Hey y’all we Lucky Butts are at it again and cooking in the Harvest Fest cook off. We will have an acoustic player both nights. If any of y’all want to help us out and be sponsors let me, Patty, or Brenda know. We look forward to seeing everyone and having a good time with everyone.

5-11 pm

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Monster Mash

Central Green

Bring your kids and have them wear their favorite costumes! We will have many activities

for the whole family!

www.centralgreenpark.com/event/monster-mash

Flip Flop Clinic

Westwood Gymnastics and Dance

Ages 6 and up 7-9 pm$25 or $30 at the door www.westwoodgym.com/events-calendar

Parent’s Night Out

Republic Gymnastics and Dance

Do you need a night out without the kiddos; are you looking for an exciting and safe environment for the kids to have fun, run, jump & play?

Parent’s Night Out is on select Friday nights. Ages 3 & Up (potty-trained)7-11pm. www.republicgymnastics.com/special-events

October 15

Pick-a-Dilly Craft Fair

St. Peters United Methodist Church

Our annual Pick-a-Dilly Craft Fair is a fun time when our church welcomes those from all around our community to come see what products there are to buy and to connect with their local community. We hope you will join us for this event, which will be held just in time for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas! Share the event with all your craft-loving people!

9 am-4 pm www.fb.me/e/2augQ2gnL

Touch-A-Truck

Shady Oak Christian School

Get up close and personal with trucks & other vehicles in our community! Climb inside a police car; walk right up to a dump truck; and admire other cool vehicles from around Richmond and Houston! *Check back for a list of what vehicles will there. On Saturday October 15th 9am-12pm, the Shady Oak School PTA will be hosting Touch-A-Truck on Main Street between 5th & 7th Streets in Richmond, TX. The event is FREE and open to the public. 9 am-noon www.fb.me/e/3O368Nroe

Veranda Invites Pooches To ‘Paw-Ty’ At Howl-O-Ween Fest

Canine Cove Dog Park at Veranda Costumed canines and their humans are invited to Veranda for a spooktacular “Howl-o-ween” event 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, to celebrate the grand opening of the community’s new dog park. Canine Cove Dog Park, 24225 Wildwood Park Road in Richmond, is the setting for the Fido-friendly event that will feature music, games, pet vendors, a photo booth, food trucks and more. Well-dressed dogs can strut their stuff at the costume contest. Beverages will be available for purchase during “yappy hour.” Free 4-7pm 24225 Wildwood Park Road Richmond, TX 77469 www.verandatexas.com

ArBOOretum

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center

It’s time to interactive trick-or-treat in nature’s backyard, a petting zoo, train and pony rides, pony rides, a pumpkin patch, pumpkin decorating, and more. Comfortable walking shoes and costumes are encouraged. Costumes are encouraged and all activities are included with ticket price. This event is rain or shine. If the event is cancelled, ticket price is considered a donation to the Arboretum. Tickets are non-refundable.

ADVERTISE WITH US! CALL 281-480-3600

$15 for non-members ages 3+ online, $20 at the door; FREE for members 10 am – 4 pm www.houstonarboretum.org/event/arbooretum

Kids Workshop

Lowes

Mini Heroes Happy with a Fire Rescue 9 am- noon

www.lowes.com/events/register/make-your-minihero-happy-with-a-fire-rescuer-kit

Parent’s Night Out

Code Ninjas Riverstone

You deserve a night on the town. Meanwhile, your kids want to play and have fun. That’s why we offer Parent’s Night Out - a win-win evening for families. Drop off your kids at Code Ninjas, where they’ll play games, assemble puzzles, build robotics, and more! Once you’ve had a chance to unwind, swing by to pick them up (please) and hear about all the fun they’ve had! 6-9 pm www.codeninjas.com/tx-sugarland-riverstone/ parents-night-out

October 15-16

Nature Discovery Center’s Pumpkin Patch and Fall Festival

Nature Discovery Center 11 am- 4 pm

Pick out the perfect pumpkin and enjoy some fall fun at the Bellaire Nature Discovery Center’s annual Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch. The weekend is full of festival games, crafts and activities, photo ops, and more. 7112 Newcastle, Houston, TX 77401

www.naturediscoverycenter.org/pumpkin-patch

October 16

Sunday Make Break: Trick or Treat Wall Decor Michaels

Come in store and make some spooky Halloween décor for free! 2-4 pm www.michaels.com

October 21

Parent’s Survival Night

Little Gym of Katy

Enjoy some much-needed adult time. 3-12years $36 members, $42 non-members www.thelittlegym.com/KatyTX/events-more-fun/ drop-ins-events#schedule

Parent’s Night Out

Olympia Gymnastics 7-11pm

www.app.iclasspro.com/portal/olympiatx/ camps/2

October 22

Texian Market Days

George Ranch Historical Park

Enjoy hands-on activities, battle re-enactments, live entertainment, first-person costumed interpreters, historic home tours, games, cowboys, vintage vehicles, food, craft vendors and more. Texian Market Days is the biggest living history event of the year at George Ranch Historical Park — you don’t want to miss it!

www.georgeranch.org/programs-events/texianmarket-days

St. Peter’s ECDC Fall Family Festival

St. Peter’s United Methodist Church

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Fall Festivals

Froberg Farms Fall Festival Fall Festival and Corn Maze attractions include: Plastic Duck Races, Face Painting, Glitter Tattoos, Emoji Cannon, Friendly Fire, Sunflower Trail, Pumpkin Patch, Paintball Train, Jumping Pillow and Bee Coaster. www.frobergsfarm.com/fall-festival

Blessington Farms open thru Nov. 20th Saturdays and Sundays 9 am – 4 pm Open Saturday and Sundays 9am-4 pm New Fall Farmers Market, Animal Encounter, Barrel Train, Slide Mountain and much more! www.blessingtonfarms.com

Kemah Boo on the Boardwalk

Our FREE spooktacular event includes creepy crafts, trick or treating, costume contests, special performances and more ghoulish fun on Freaky Fridays, Spooky Saturdays & Scary Sundays. Don’t miss our Little Boo Haunted Fun House and Dungeon of Doom Haunted House. Full schedule online www.specials.kemahboardwalk.com/ boo-on-the-boardwalk

Dewberry Farms Fall Festival

Open through November 13th 8 acres of cornfield maze, heaps of pumpkins, and Spooky Hollow in the Woods. www.dewberryfarm.com

48th Annual Texas Renaissance Festival

Opens Oct. 8 - Nov. 27, 2022

Since 1974, there has been a magical kingdom about an hour north of the Houston area, where guests can step through the gates and enter an enchanted world filled with kings and queens, knights and nobles, fairies and elves, pirates and peasants, and other fanciful delights.

www.texrenfest.com

Join us for an afternoon of family fun!! Bounce houses, games, bake sale, face painting and more! All money raised goes directly back to the school to benefit our students! 3-9 pm www.fb.me/e/6Fj1ZWDDY

Vintage Carnival 2022

Katy Heritage Society

Our second annual vintage carnival has been scheduled. Mark your calendars and get your early bird, discount tickets today. Held at 5990 George Bush Drive, Katy.

4 pm- 7 pm www.fb.me/e/2MP722xyG

Calvary Fall Festival

Calvary Episcopal

CPTO presents The Fall Festival! Bring the Family for Tricks and Treats to celebrate Fall. Enjoy Carnival Games, Rockwall, Dunk Tank, Haunted House and more. Plus a Cake Walk, Costume Contest, Harvest Market Shopping and a Pumpkin Patch from Calvary Episcopal Church. Pre-Sale Wristbands are $15 for unlimited play. Open to the public. Buy Now!

10 am- 2 pm www.fb.me/e/2BQqVR5cv

Parents Night Out

Alpha Omega Gymnastics Missouri City Jack O Lantern Jubilee Ages 3-13

Members $30 Siblings$25 Non-Members $40 Siblings $35 Extended Care $10

5:30-9:30(Extended care available until 10:30 pm) www.missouricity.alphaomegagymnastics.com/ parents-night-out/

Tricks and Treats in the Park Missouri City Parks Department

Join us in your festive Halloween costumes and participate in the fun along with a Free Tricks & Treats trail. There will be candy, games, costume contests, and so much more! Don’t miss out on the spooky fun. Free 4-6 pm

www.missouricitytx.gov/1000/21251/Tricks-Treatsin-the-Park

Riverstone Hosts Wicked 5K Fun Run Club at Riverstone Race participants are in for scary fun during the Riverstone Wicked Fun Run, 8-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22. Benefitting Sole Loved, the race begins at The Club at Riverstone, 18353 University Boulevard, and includes timed competitive and non-competitive waves. Participants will receive t-shirts and medals and be treated to water, fruit, healthy snacks and a photo booth. The race fee is $35 for competitive racers and $25 for non-competitive participants. Participants can choose to donate new kids’ tennis shoes of equal value to the race fees instead. Winners will receive gift cards. Racers can sign up online at www.eventbrite.com/e/397147327347

8:00 am to 11:00 am$25-$35

18353 University Boulevard City: Sugar Land State: TX Zip: 77479

www.riverstone.com

Cross Creek Ranch Hosts Fall Art Market

Cross Creek Ranch Welcome Center

Description: The Cross Creek Ranch Art Market & Home Tour is back for a fall showing 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Cross Creek Welcome Center, 6450 Cross Creek Bend Lane. Local artists will display paintings, ceramics, woodwork, jewelry and other handcrafted items. Cross Creek Ranch will display more than 15 tastefully decorated model homes. Attendees will also enjoy music, Giant Art

photo opportunities, face painters, balloon artists, children’s crafts, caricature artists and more. Food will be available for purchase from food trucks.

Free 11:00 am to 3:00 pm

6450 Cross Creek Bend Lane Fulshear,TX 77441 www.crosscreektexas.com/Art

Fall Festival

Horizon Baptist Church

Food Trucks, Children’s Train, Rock Wall, over 40 vendors.

10 am – 4 pm www.horizonbaptistchurch.org/events/fall-festival/

Monster Jam

NRG

Monster Jam is an action-packed motorsport with world-class athletes locked in intense competitions of speed and skill. Witness heated rivalries, highflying stunts and fierce head-to-head battles for the Event Championship. Engineered to perfection, these 12,000-pound monster trucks, including the legendary Grave Digger, Megalodon, El Toro Loco and more push all limits in Freestyle, Skills, Donut and Racing competitions. Monster Jam also features breathtaking Freestyle Motocross exhibitions. This is full-throttle family fun. The Official Monster Truck Series only at Monster Jam. 7 pm

www.fb.me/e/26d03FYwx

October 23

Sunday Make Break: Glow Rocks

Come in store and make some spooky painted rocks! Using our new glow paint, we will show you how to make your painted rocks extra eerie! This is a free event!2-4 pm www.michaels.com

Howl-a-Palooza

Jenni’s Rescue Ranch

Costume contest, Chili cook-off, Battle of the Bands, Puppy Cuddling Stations, Raffles, Surprise MC, and more to come!12-3 pm www.fb.me/e/2gMxEbFNJ

October 28

Movies At Wessendorff Featuring Hocus Pocus

City of Richmond

We want you in Downtown Richmond on October 28th, 2022! We bring MOVIES AT WESSENDORFF

Free Outdoor Film featuring Hocus Pocus at Wessendorff Park. We have organized these screenings to provide a Free family event for residents and visitors. Rotary club of Richmond will provide free popcorn, the City provides water and Texas Roadhouse Richmond will provide free burgers/ hot dogs for attendees (limited quantities)! Attendees are welcome to bring their own food/ drink.

So grab your family, friends, and lawn chairs or blankets and meet us in the park as we watch Hocus Pocus together. See you at the market and the movie!

500 Weston Street. 6:45 pm

www.richmondtx.gov/Home/Components/ Calendar/Event/7862/313?curm=10&cury=2022

Hiit Workout with F45 Sugar Land

Sugar Land Town Square

Our newest addition to Free Fitness Fridays is a HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) workout with F45 Sugar Land! Join F45 Training for a 45-minute HIIT workout that is fast, functional and results driven. The workout will include body weight exercises that are scalable to all fitness level. Discounts on

memberships will be offered to all participantsstart your weekend on the right note with this FREE lunch-time workout!

www.sugarlandtownsquare.com/events

Scream on the Green

Discovery Green

Houston’s citywide Halloween celebration returns with a costume contest, music and a screening of Monster House. FREE 6-10 pm www.discoverygreen.com/scream

October 29

Halloween Town

Constellation Field

Halloween Town returns to Constellation Field on Saturday, October 29! Bring the family for a day of spooky fun complete with candy, games, activities and more! Adults: $11 advance, $15 day of event | Kids (4-12): $8 advance, $11 day of event | Kids 3 and under: FREE

www.milb.com/sugar-land/events/halloweentown

Boo-Berg Fright Nite!

City of Rosenberg

Who is ready for some spooktacular FUN?! Join us Saturday, October 29 for Boo-Berg Fright Nite! More details coming soon!

www.rosenbergtx.gov/724/Boo-Berg-Fright-Night

Miss Ivy’s Spooktacular Halloween Party

Fort Bend Museum

Families and children of all ages are invited to Miss Ivy’s Spooktacular Halloween Party. Spooky games, mysterious tricks and sweet treats will be part of this fun family event!12-4 pm www.fortbendmuseum.org/miss-ivys-spooktacularhalloween-party.html

Wonderland Market

Cinco Ranch High School

Shop local for your holiday gift and decor needs at the Wonderland Gift Market!

Shop with over 100 local small businesses featuring clothing boutiques, handcrafted jewelry, delectable sweets, unique holiday gifts, home décor, one-of-akind crafts and artwork, children’s gifts, and more!

Address: Cinco Ranch High School | Shopping is located in the 9th Grade Center! 23440 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Katy, TX 77494

Admission is free, parking is free! Strollers are allowed.10am-5 pm www.fb.me/e/5ZsyRRACk

Precinct 4 Fall Festival

Bear Creek Park

Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon featuring free activities for all ages. Activities include pony rides, petting zoo, carnival games, children’s crafts, and much more. Wear your Halloween costume!

Festival will be located at Bear Creek park, pavilions 1-6. 12-4 pm www.fb.me/e/3tA4Evf6K

Bridgeland’s Nature Fest

Oak Meador Park

Calling all nature lovers! Head to Bridgeland for the annual Nature Fest! Join Jungle Jordan for a day of inflatables, stage performances, outdoor laser tag, face painting, crafts, roaming entertainment, nature exhibitors, and more.

10 am- 4 pm www.bridgeland.com/event/nature-fest

Howl-O-Ween

City of Katy Parks and Recreation

Join Katy parks for this furry, family-friendly annual event at Katy Dog Park!

Admission is required to participate in the costume contest and raffles- we ask for a small monetary or pet food donation for our local shelters. There will be a dog costume contest with awards and prizes in the following categories:

1. Best Group Costume - for family and friends to all get involved with your pooch! (eligible for groups of two or more people/dogs)

2. Yummiest Costume - for the many food-related costumes!

3. Most Creative Costume - for those of you with the clever, DIY skills!

We are looking forward to a boo-tiful morning at the park with you! 9 am- 11 am www.fb.me/e/1WY4tqK4h

Trunk or Treat

Katy First United Methodist Church

Come to the Pumpkin Patch and celebrate Halloween with food, games, treats, and more! 10 am- 7 pm www.katyfirst.org/event/8382007-2022-10-29-

trunk-or-treat/ Halloween Extravaganza

Westwood Gymnastics and Dance

Ages 3 and up (Potty trained) 7pm-midnight www.westwoodgym.com/events-calendar

October 29th & 30th

Wings over Houston Airshow Ellington Field

This is the ultimate show for aviation enthusiasts. See historical and modern civilian and military aircraft up close and personal as well as stunning air shows. Gates open at 8 am www.wingsoverhouston.com

October 30

Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat

Holy Covenant UMC of Katy FallFest is almost HERE!! Grab your costumes and come join us for an incredible evening of fun! We will have inflatables, games, balloon artists, face painting, a food truck court and of course Trunk or Treat!

**Trunk or Treat line will NOT form until 5:15. Trunk or Treat will start at 5:30**

4 pm-6:30 pm www.fb.me/e/4mjNjcFwg

Sunday Make Break: Mini Canvas Easel Gift Card Holder

Michaels

Come in-store and get a jump start on your Christmas gifts by painting a free canvas that we will show you how to make into a gift card holder! 2-4 pm www.michaels.com

October 31

Halloween Kids Bash

Aquarium Kemah Boardwalk Restaurant

Join us for a spooktacular time on the boardwalk that features keeper chats, trick-or-treating, a scavenger hunt with prizes, themed exhibits, arts and crafts, and more. Included with admission to Stingray Reef; $5.25 per person. 11 am- 8 pm

www.aquariumrestaurants.com/aquariumKemah/ promos/halloween-kids-bash

Fun Alternatives or additions to traditional trick or treating

Have a “scary” movie night

Choose an age appropriate movie, Halloween themed snacks (check our Pinterest page for cute ideas), cuddle up and enjoy the show!

Make Caramel Apples

No fall festival, no problem! You can make your own caramel, or buy a microwave pre-packaged one- add some toppings and have fun creating (and then eating) something yummy!

Tell ghost stories around a campfire

Create your own story by having each person make up one sentence, adding to the story as you go around the circle. The silly, spooky tale that emerges will keep you all laughing! Don’t forget the smore’s!

Reminisce

Enjoy a slideshow of past Halloween photos. Add some fun Halloween songs, pop some popcorn, and enjoy the trip down memory lane.

Host a Pumpkin Carving Contest

Have a family pumpkin carving or painting contest. Post photos on Facebook and let your friends choose the winning pumpkin. Winner gets a pumpkin treat- latte, milkshake, cookie, etc… (You could include extended family members or friends in this since voting is virtual)

Enjoy a game of pumpkin bowling

Cut the stem off a medium-sized pumpkin. Carve out three holes to resemble a bowling ball. Set up empty 2 liter bottles as pins and bowl some strikes! This could be done with neighbors, while staying socially distanced.

Feel and Squeal

Put slimy, squishy, creepy objects inside cardboard boxes for the kids to feel (but not see). Eyeballs- peeled grapes. Worms- cooked spaghetti. FingersCut up baby carrots. Brain- head of cauliflower slightly steamed to soften. Teeth- Candy corn and unpopped popcorn kernels.

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ongoing events

Sundays

Jazzy Sundays in the Park Jazzy Sundays in the Park include free performances at The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park. The concert series, made possible by the Kinder Foundation, celebrates the legacy and evolution of jazz in Houston. Held at Buffalo Bayou Park

www.buffalobayou.org/event/jazzy-sundays-inthe-park-buffalo-bayou-park/2021-11-14/

LaCenterra Farmers Market

2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. 11 am- 3 pm www.lacenterra.com/events

Sunday Night Live City Centre

Sunday nights are live in CITYCENTRE’s plaza!

Enjoy live music each Sunday with a line-up of inspirational artists. 3-6 pm www.citycentrehouston.com/event/aug-7-sundaynight-live

Michaels Make Break 2-4 pm www.michaels.com/instoreevents

Tuesdays

Library Story Times

Maud Smith Marks Preschool Storytime 10:15

Katy Branch Library Baby Storytime 10:30 am

Cinco Ranch Branch Pajama Story Nights 1st and 3rd Tuesdays 6 pm www.hcpl.net

Wednesdays

Library Story Times

Maud Smith Marks Infant Storytime, 10;15 am

Katy Branch Library Potato Tots Storytime on 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 10:30 am

Katy Branch Library Preschool Storytime 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 10:30 am

Cinco Ranch Branch, School Age Programs 2-3 pm (Starting June 8)

Wednesdays & Thursdays

Cinco Ranch Branch Family Storytime 10:15 and 11:30 am

Wednesday and Friday

Yoga on the Green

9 am

Yoga classes will be held every Wed and Friday at 9 am. Please check with your doctor before participating in these or any other exercise classes. Don’t forget to bring your mat, a towel, and a bottle of water.

www.katy.com/events/event_details.php?event_ id=5578&event_date_id=26714

Thursdays

Laughter Yoga at Central Geen

FREE 9-10 am www.katy.com/events

FREE Thursdays at Houston Museums

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston courtesy of Shell Oil Company 5-9pm

www.mfah.org/visit/visiting-mfah-free The Health Museum 2-7pm

www.houmuse.org/visit/the-health-museum Houston Museum of Natural Science Permanent Exhibits Free on Thursdays 2-5pm www.houmuse.org/visit/houston-museum-ofnatural-science/ Children’s Museum Houston 5-8pm www.cmhouston.org

Library Story Times

Maude Smith Mark Branch Toddler Storytime 10;15 am

Cinco Ranch Branch Middle School Programs

Every Other Thursday, 3 pm www.hcpl.net

Fridays

Fun and Fitness Gymnastics - Friday Night Fun!

7:30-10:30 pm

Bring the kids in for some Friday night fun!

Ages 5+,Members: $15 Non-members: $20 Team: $10 www.funfitgym.com

FREE Yoga on the Green www.katy.com/events

Fridays & Saturdays

Live Music in the Plaza City Centre

Come enjoy live music in the plaza every weekend*! A new line-up with performance times is posted every week; enjoy a wide range of sounds, from smooth jazz to pop, and classic rock to country.6-9 pm

www.citycentrehouston.com/event/aug-5-livemusic-in-the-plaza

Saturdays

Saturday Farmers’ Market Katy, TX

Free Farmers Market On Grand Parkway

Come meet the hands that feed you. We offer you local sustainably grown produce, locally raised meats, farm fresh eggs, local raw honey, freshly baked bread & baked goods, jams & jellies, spices, snacks, multi-cultural foods, Artisan crafts & gifts, handmade soaps & spa products, Texasraised herbs, flowers, plants and much more!

We Grow It, Bake It and Make It! We are your friendly neighborhood Farmers’ Market!

Leashed pets welcome.

www.fb.me/e/1WaiEPSrh

Katherine Tyra Branch Library at Bear Creek Family Storytime Wagging Tails with a Certified Therapy Dog!

Every Saturday at 10:30 am

Kids Workshops at Home Depot

1st Saturday of the month

Keep kids engaged with projects and activities. Pick up your free Kids Workshop Kit on the first Saturday of each month between 9am - 12pm from your local store or order online – while supplies last.

9am-12pm

www.homedepot.com/c/kids?cm_sp=vanity-_Kids-_-JUL20

Fort Bend

Sundays

Sugar Land Town Square Sundays in the Square Yes Yoga

These FREE yoga classes will be led by Erin Cummings, owner of YESyoga, and will be a 60 minute vinyasa based class open to all levels of yogis. Please bring your own mat and water, no mats will be provided.

www.sugarlandtownsquare.com/event/sundayson-the-square-with-yesyoga/all

Jazzy Sundays in the Park Jazzy Sundays in the Park include free performances at The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park. The concert series, made possible by the Kinder Foundation, celebrates the legacy and evolution of jazz in Houston. Held at Buffalo Bayou Park

www.buffalobayou.org/event/jazzy-sundays-inthe-park-buffalo-bayou-park/2021-11-14

Michaels Make Break 2-4 pm

www.michaels.com/instoreevents

Mondays

Playtime in the Plaza with Jolly Trolley The tremendous, tumbling, tossing, traveling trolley is coming to Town Square every Monday! Welcome aboard a trolley to enjoy a magical moment of play for up to two hours. Drop the kids off and enjoy some afternoon me-time while they watch your children.

12-2 pm Ages 18 months to 5 years Fee $15 for 30 minutes, $20 for 1 hour.

www.sugarlandtownsquare.com/event/playtimein-the-plaza-with-the-jolley-trolley/all/

Sugar Land Branch Library Middle School Program

3 pm

Sienna Branch Pajama Night Story Time

6:30 pm

University Branch School Age Programs 2:30 pm

Tuesdays

Mission Bend Middle School Program

1st and 3rd Tuesday at 2 pm

University Middle School Programs

2nd and 4th Tuesdays 2:30 pm

Cinco Ranch Pajama Story Nights

1st and 3rd Tuesdays 6 pm

ongoing events

Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Fulshear Branch Family Storytime

10:30 am

Fulshear Branch School Age Program 2 pm

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

Storytimes

Sienna Branch Family Storytime 10:15 am

First Colony Branch Family Storytime 10:15 am

Mission Bend Branch Family Storytime 10:15 am

University Branch Family Storytime 10:30 am

Tuesdays and Thursdays

Sugar Land Branch Library Family Storytime 10:30 am

Wednesdays

Sugar Land Branch Library Family Programs

5 pm

Mission Bend Branch Pajama Night Storytime Every Other Wednesday 6:30 pm

Albert George Branch School Age Programs 3 pm

Cinco Ranch Branch School Age Programs 2-3 pm

Wednesdays and Thursdays

George Memorial Branch Family Storytime 10;15 am

Albert George Branch Family Storytime 10;15 am

Cinco Ranch Branch Family Storytime 10:15 & 11:30am

Thursdays

FREE Thursdays at Houston Museums

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston courtesy of Shell Oil Company 5-9pm

www.mfah.org/visit/visiting-mfah-free

The Health Museum 2-7pm

www.houmuse.org/visit/the-health-museum Houston Museum of Natural Science Permanent Exhibits Free on Thursdays 2-5pm

www.houmuse.org/visit/houston-museum-ofnatural-science/

Children’s Museum Houston 5-8pm www.cmhouston.org

George Memorial Pajama Night Storytime

6 pm

First Colony Branch Middle School Program

Every Other Thursdays 3 pm

Mission Bend Branch School Age Programs

3 pm

Albert George Branch Middle School Program

2nd Thursday 2 pm

Cinco Ranch Branch Middle School Programs E very Other Thursday 3 pm

Fridays

Free fitness in the Plaza

Sugar Land Town Square Boot Camp with Cida Fitness 9-10:00 am, Mommy & Me with Inspired Fitness 9:30 - 10:30 am, Zumba with Cida Fitness10 - 11:00 am

www.sugarlandtownsquare.com/events

Saturdays

Saturday Farmers’ Market Fulshear, TX

The Fulshear Farmers’ Market offers a vast array of produce and food products that were grown or produced within a 200 mile radius of Fulshear. The lineup includes seasonal vegetables and fruit, fresh seafood, Artisian breads, pastured Red Wattle pork, Dorper lamb, Certified Grassfed Wagyu beef, farm eggs, free range chicken, pies, cookies, pastas, granolas, dried fruit and nuts, Houston Chili Pepper Festival award-winning salsas, soaps, toiletries, Cold-pressed juices, local honey, fresh quail and quail eggs, pecans, local wines, kombucha, BBQ sauces, pickles and canned goods, Indian food, heat and eat meals, locally roasted and blended coffees, plants, and more. You will always find a delicious food truck or two, as well.

www.fulshearfarmersmarket.com

Kids Workshops at Home Depot

1st Saturday of the month

Keep kids engaged with projects and activities. Pick up your free Kids Workshop Kit on the first Saturday of each month between 9am - 12pm from your local store or order online – while supplies last. 9am-12pm

www.homedepot.com/c/kids?cm_sp=vanity-_Kids-_-JUL20

When a friend receives a cancer diagnosis you reel in disbelief, horror and fear. It is normal to fear for your friend’s life and to worry about your ability to help her. Do not let the thought of becoming part of your friend’s support team overwhelm you. Your actions, both large and small, will be invaluable while her world is in turmoil. Follow these suggestions to bring comfort to your friend as she battles cancer.

USE YOUR EARS.

Increase your listening skills. You do not have to say anything but if you do, please do not share stories of other cancer patients, especially those who died. Allow her to share whatever emotion she is feeling. Do not judge. Process your feelings privately.

EDUCATE YOURSELF.

Background knowledge about her disease and treatment will give you a common language so she can speak to you without having to translate

every medical phrase. The education may also reduce your fears.

PLAY CHAUFFEUR.

Your friend may have many trips to hospital for appointments and treatments. Offer to drive and stay for the session to help her pass the time. If you have never been to an oncology ward, steel yourself for the level of sickness you will see. If you are not able to function in this situation find another way to serve your friend because she

FUEL THE FAMILY.

Proper nutrition is necessary to your friend and her family. If your friend has a freezer, make meals ahead. Organize a calendar with other friends to rotate meal preparation. Remember snacks especially if there are young children in the house. Ask about any food aversions she may have during treatment.

CHALK UP THE CHORES.

Consider the regular chores we all have. Pick up laundry to wash and dry at your house? If your friend wants company you may be able to do her laundry while you visit. Offer to walk dogs, drive children to activities, shop for groceries, clean her house, run errands or mow the lawn.

PACE YOURSELF.

Your friend may be dealing with cancer for a long time so monitor your energy so you don’t burn yourself out. While you are supporting your friend, remember to practice self-care.

BRING SOFTNESS AND WARMTH.

People often feel cold when they are unwell so give your friend a colorful, cozy sweater, socks or blanket. Look at her surroundings during your visit and see what might make the

ENCOURAGE INDEPENDENCE.

Although your first instinct may be to do everything for your friend, respect that she wants to do whatever she can. Support her but do not take over. Conversely, if you see her abdicating too much, gently encourage her to participate to her current ability.

MAKE SENSE OF THE SCENTS.

Many people on chemotherapy are repelled by smells. Avoid scented products when visiting or accompanying her to the hospital. Give her scent-free creams, soaps and detergent. Do not give flowers. Their fragrance may be intense and bacteria dangerous to a weakened immune system can grow in the water.

BRIDGE THE MILES.

You can offer emotional support from afar. Buy a supply of “thinking of you” and humorous cards to send frequently. Consider regular care packages. Text or email your friend when you think of her without expecting a response in return.

Try to put yourself in your friend’s shoes. Although she may look different she is still your friend and will be grateful for your efforts, both large and small. Remember the greatest gift you can give her is

Alvin

Froberg’s Farm

Pumpkin Patch and Fall Festival

September 24 – November 6

For the perfect Fall adventure, Froberg’ s offers their annual Fall Festival. This spectacular event opens the last weekend in September and lasts until the first weekend in November (every weekend, weather permitting). We offer a Corn Maze, and Outdoor Pumpkin Patch (October only) and Fall Festival with fun activities for the kids.

Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch will be open daily, all other activities are only open on the weekend.

(WEATHER PERMITTING.) When planning any outdoor activity, it is best to call before you come!

Be sure to check out the “Fall Festival” page for more details.

3601 West Hwy 6., Alvin, Texas 77511 281-585-3531

www.frobergsfarm.com/fall-festival

Bellaire

Nature Discovery Center’

October 15 and 16th 11 am- 4 pm

Pick out the perfect pumpkin and enjoy some fall fun at the Bellaire Nature Discovery Center’s annual Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch. The weekend is full of festival games, crafts and activities, photo ops, and more.

7112 Newcastle, Houston, TX 77401

www.naturediscoverycenter.org/pumpkin-patch/

Brookshire

Dewberry Farm Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch

Opening Day September 24th

Open September 24-November 13 8 acres of cornfield maze, heaps of pumpkins and Sunflowers, 40+ family fun activities. The pumpkin patch is one of the many things to enjoy at the Dewberry Farm in Brookshire. You could walk through their corn maze, check out Slide Mountain, ride a ferris wheel and so much more!

FM 362 & Morrison Road, Brookshire, TX 77423 281.934.3276

www.dewberryfarm.com/

Clear Lake

Clear Lake United Methodist Church

October 7-31st

Monday – Friday 1-7:30

Sat and Sun 9:30 am-7:30 pm

Proceeds go to charity and missions.

16335 El Camino Real, Houston, TX 77062-5208

www.clearlakemethodist.org

Conroe

7 Acre Wood

Pumpkins all October

Open to the public all year! Admission $8.50

Pumpkin Patches!

gives you access to mini golf, petting zoo, zip line, scooter track, chalk room, giant lego room, giant chess, checkers and connect 4, giant sandbox, Little Tykes Town, horse shoes, ladder golf, basketball, soccer, tetherball, football, puppet house, playground, and swing set.

Saturday and Sunday’s Pony rides $5 (Children 100 pounds and under), Barrel Train Rides $3(Children only)

Monday thru Saturday 9 am – 5 pm

Sundays Noon- 5 pm Admission $8.50 4401 N. Frazier St. Conroe, Tx 77303 (936) 890-2326 www.7acrewood.org

Deer Park

Deer Park United Methodist Opening October 9

Open 9-7 and noon -7 on Sundays. 1300 E Thirteenth St. Deer Park, TX 77536 www.facebook.com/dpumctx www.dpumc.org

Friendswood

Blue Monkey Pumpkin Patch

The Patch will be open every day from 10:00 a.m. until dark September 23rd thru October 31st.

The PUMPKIN PATCH IS OPEN! Be sure to bring your camera and get lots of pics at our photo set-ups. There is no fee to come to the Patch. Just purchase or pumpkin... or two... or more while you’re here. All profits go to Builders Without Borders of Texas!

208 E. Edgewood Friendswood, Texas 77546 http://www.bluemonkeytexas.com/

Galveston

Moody Methodist Church

2803 53rd Street, Galveston, TX 77551 www.moody.org

Hockley

Oil Ranch

Reopening October 1st!

Come pick your own pumpkin! Come take a train ride or a hay ride around the ranch to feed the cows. Have the opportunity to MILK A COW or hold a rabbit. We have a petting zoo, pavilions, and a swimming pool. Lots of fun for every age! 26000 Magnolia Rd, Hockley, TX 77447 www.oilranch.com/events

Houston

Westminster United Methodist Church October 3-30

Open 11 am-6:30 pm Sundays

9am-6:30 pm Monday thru Friday

8 am- 6:30pm Saturdays

5801 San Felipe @ Bering, Houston, Texas, 77057

www.wumc.com/pumpkin-patch.html

Humble

Old Macdonald’s Farm

September 17- October 30

Enjoy all the great activities we normally offer like our train rides, pony rides & petting zoo plus admission to our holiday pumpkin patch. Decked out with decorations, photo opportunities and an assortment of small and medium sized pumpkins. The best part is that our young guests get a free pumpkin when they come and spend time with us. We want everyone to have a chance to celebrate though, so adults can purchase a pumpkin for themselves or their child for an additional $3. $16.80 + tax to come enjoy our facilities. (20% off weekdays if you mention our website discount)

Under 18 months free

3203 Fm 1960 Rd E, Humble, TX 77338-5323

www.oldmacdonaldsfarmtexas.com/pumpkinpatch

Katy

Cornelius Nursery

Autumn Harvest

Bring the fun of fall to your home and garden with our wide selection of Autumn Harvest produce and decorations! Create a boo-tiful fall display with our premium selection of Pumpkins, Gourds, Squash, Straw Bales, Corn Stalks, and so much more. Fresh shipments now arriving!

1403 Westborough Drive Katy, TX 77449 www.calloways.com/holiday/autumn-harvest/

Pumpkin Patch at FCC Katy

Opening September 26th

Open Daily

22101 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, Texas 77449 www.fcckaty.com

Katy First United Methodist Church

Pumpkin Patch

October 1-31 10 am- 6 pm 5601 5th St, Katy, TX 77493

www.katyfirst.org/event/7476351-2022-10-01pumpkin-patch

St. Peters Katy

WEEKDAYS | 1 - 7 PM

WEEKENDS | 9 AM - 6 PM

(Open for photos at anytime!)

Every October pumpkins show up on the front lawn of St. Peter’s! More than 1,000 people from the Katy community visit the Pumpkin Patch to take pictures of their children amid the pumpkins, as well as purchasing pumpkins for giving, crafting,

or decorating. We take cash, checks and credit cards. Proceeds from our Pumpkin Patch will help St. Peter’s to connect the world with God’s love through our children, student, and special needs ministries, and our children and student choirs!

Kingsland Campus - 20775 Kingsland Blvd. | Katy, TX | 77450

West Campus- 4700 FM 1463 | Fulshear, TX | 77494 www.stpkaty.org/pumpkinpatch

Halter Inc. (As featured on TLC’s “ The Little Couple” Pumpkin Patch)

For the last 10 years we have been voted #7 out of 10 of the best Pumpkin Patches in Houston and we had “The Little Couple” film an episode at our Pumpkin Patch. We have 30 acres and utilize the entire property. This area is completely covered by beautiful trees. The shade will make the experience better for the children and the horse. We have made our Haunted Trail longer for more scary fun. We are having patrons walk back and forth across the bridge.

Sat-Sun: 12pm-5pm

Saturday Oct-8 to Sunday Oct-9

Saturday Oct-15 to Sunday Oct-16

Saturday Oct-22 to Sunday Oct-23

Saturday Oct-29 to Sunday Oct-30

Parking: $5 per car

Admission: $10 per person

17410 Clay Rd. Houston, TX 77084

www.halterinc.org/copy-of-media-3 son

League City

Watershed Church

Opens Sunday Sept 25th thru October 31

Open Monday thru Friday 1-7pm

Open Saturday and Sunday 9 am – 7pm

1751 E League City Pkwy, League City, TX 77573

www.thewatershedchurch.com

Missouri City

Horizon Baptist Church

October 1st – 31st

Sunday thru Friday Noon-Dusk

Saturdays 10 am- Dusk

2223 FM1092 Missouri City, TX 77459

www.horizonbaptistchurch.org/pumpkins

Montgomery

P6 Farms

October 1- November 6

Falls Days & Corn Maze promises families some Texas-sized fall fun, with one of the city’s best pumpkin patches, a corn maze requiring spectacular navigation skills, pig races, and more. Tickets must be purchased online in advance. *Entrance to grounds ends an hour prior to close and entrance to small maze ends 45 minutes before close.

$24.95 per person, ages 2 and under free -Presale Specials. 9963 Poole’s

Road, Montgomery, Texas 77356 936.597.6062

www.p-6farms.com/pumpkin-patch-cornmaze

Nassau Bay

St. Thomas Episcopal Church and Troop 1965

Opens on October 1st and is open 24/7. 1200 carving pumpkins and over 1000 specialty pumpkins. We accept Venmo and PayPal 24/7 and can accept cash, cards, and Google/Apple Pay throughout the week during business hours and on weekends while our sales table is staffed.

18300 Upper Bay Rd Nassau Bay (Houston), TX 77058 www.facebook.com/EpiscoPumpkins

Pasadena

Ashbury United Methodist Church Opens September 25th at 2:00PM and will run until October 31st or until we run out of pumpkins!

All our pumpkin sales and donation go to funding mission work so you’re buying more than just a pumpkin...you’re making a difference in the world!

Pumpkin prices vary based on the size of the pumpkin which is determined by our supplier. We have to sell the pumpkins for the price they set for us. We have nifty pricing measuring tapes to help you determine the perfect pumpkin or pumpkins for your family!

STORY TIME in the patch is back every Wednesdays in October! Come hang out with Mrs. Paula (one of our children’s directors) for stories, games and more! Be sure to Follow us on Facebook at @ AsburyUMChurch for more updates and information!

5354 Space Center Blvd, Pasadena, Tx. 77505 www.fb.me/e/1SCtMXkmz

Pearland

St. Andrews Episcopal Opens Sept 24th thru October 31

Open 10 am-8pm daily

2535 E. Broadway, Pearland, TX 77581 www.pumpkinchurch.com/index.html

Seabrook

Seabrook United Methodist Church Come experience the excitement of autumn in our large field of pumpkins. This is the Seabrook Youth Group’s largest project of the year and we can’t wait to see you, your loved ones, and your pets. Bring a picnic and have lunch, bring a camera and have a photo shoot, bring a book and do homework surrounded by peaceful pumpkins, and, of course, browse for a pumpkin to take home with you. Open all season long: October 9 to November 6!

Monday - Saturday 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM, Sunday 12:30 to 6:30 PM

ADVERTISE WITH US! CALL 281-480-3600

3300 Lakeside Dr, Seabrook, TX 77586 www.seabrookumc.org

Spring

Old Time Christmas Tree

Kicks off October 1

Bring the whole family out for a festive weekend at one of Houston’s Top Pumpkin Patches! The entry fee is paid at the gate upon arrival – no reservations required. Once inside, browse our varieties of pumpkins or purchase tickets for one of our eight attractions. Enjoy some BBQ, shaved ice, and funnel cakes in our shaded picnic areas. Take some awesome photos of your family and pets that you’ll be able to enjoy for years to come. Here at the Old Time Christmas Tree Farm, we believe in keeping it simple, spending quality time with your family, and getting a real farm experience.

$10 Fee Per Person

7632 SPRING CYPRESS ROAD, SPRING, TEXAS 77379 (281) 370-9141 www.oldtimechristmastree.com/pumpkinpatch

TGR Exotics Wildlife Range

October 3rd-November 1st

If you and your kids love pumpkins and animals, then the pumpkin patch at the TGR Exotics Wildlife Range is the place for you. Open 10 am-1pm and 2 pm-5pm. 22115 Sherrod Ln, Spring, Texas www.tgrexotics.com

Wallis

Blessington Farms’ Fall

Opening September 17

Pumpkin Patch, Hay Rides and all things” Fall”tastic!

Come out now and make harvesting fun memories! Pumpkin patch is included with admission and pumpkins are sold .50 cents per-pound.

Animal yard, animal feedings, hayride, barrel train, Jump Pad, Gemstone mining and Ker Splat closes 30 min before closing time Check out our website/Facebook/Instagram for ALL updates before making the trip out to the farm.

510 Chisolm Trail, Wallis, TX 77485, 832444-8717 #4 www.blessingtonfarms.com

Wharton

The Country

Opens the first Saturday in October!

Gathered pumpkins just waiting for you. Dress up the little ones in their seasonal outfit or even their Halloween costume and bring the camera. An item purchase is required prior to taking family or individual photos. Check out the wide variety of pumpkins for cooking or decorating. We have small pumpkins all the way to very large pumpkins. You will surely find what you are looking for. 3905 FM 1301 Wharton, TX 77488 www.msginger.wix.com/-countrypumpkin

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