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1. Hike or Bike
9. Scream for Ice Cream
Explore the trails in your neck of the woods!
There are plenty of hot spots around town to enjoy a cool tasty treat or you can DIY your own ice cream at home! Here’s a recipe for DIY Ice Cream in a Baggie! Ingredients
Click here for a list of trails near you and recipe for trail mix!
2. Pajama Day Some kids just need a break from the everyday hustle of school, homework, sports, etc… Plan at least one day during the week to just chill and recharge.
3. Fly a Kite Find an open space at a park and fly free! Feeling ambitions? Build one, too!
1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup half-and-half 1 tablespoon white sugar 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup ice cubes, or as needed
www.kitebuilder.com/plans/simple.htm
3 tablespoons ice cream rock salt
4. Discover the Great Outdoors
Optional: chocolate or strawberry syrup, sprinkles or other toppings
Check out Discovery Green, or find a community park near your home. Pack a picnic and enjoy the day playing frisbee, tossing a ball or soaking in the sun!
5. Take a Walk on the Wild Side Great places around town to explore include The Houston Zoo, Moody Rainforest Pyramid, and Bayou Wildlife Zoo.
6. Camp Out… in your house! Pop a tent (or make one by hanging blankets over the dining table), make a pallet with blankets and pillows, and invite all the stuffed animals you can fit for an outdoor adventure indoors. Register for FREE Virtual Camp Out on March 20th with Space Center Houston. Find more info in our Family Friendly Events or visit www.spacecenter.org/educationprograms/overnight-experiences/virtual-campout
7. Form a Junkyard Band Make all of the instruments are made out of household items or random things you’ve found. Put on a concert for friends or family.
8. Host a Backyard Carnival Have relay races, a watermelon-seed spitting contest, and lawn games for good clean old-fashioned fun with friends and neighbors!
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Directions Pour sugar, milk, half-and-half and vanilla extract in a pint-size zipper bag; seal bag tightly, squish the ingredients to blend together. (additional option to add a squirt of strawberry or chocolate syrup in this step) In a gallon-size zipper bag put a scoop of ice, 3 tablespoons rock salt, and the pint-size bag with the milk mixure; seal tightly. Shake it, dance with it, toss it, jump up and down with it for about 10 minutes until set. Remove small bag and wipe salt water off with clean towel before opening. Squeeze into a bowl and add desired toppings! Enjoy!
10. Get Wet! Jump in a pool, spend a day at the beach, or play in the splash pad at the Kemah Boardwalk. Click here for a list of spash pads near you!
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Challenge Island MARCH 15-19
PRIMROSE SCHOOLS
Ages: 5-12 yrs | Full day: 9-4 pm $215.00 Half day: 9-1 pm $115.00
At our Summer Adventure Club, children become engineers, artists, explorers & more as they discover the joys of design thinking, a fun and innovative way to learn. Engineering design challenges, experiments & themed activities await as children unlock new ways of thinking, all while having a blast!
This Spring break join us on an adventure as we learn about natural disasters, decode spy messages, build roller coasters and zoom across the galaxy as we Imagine, Problem solve & Create hands-on, fun STEAM-tastic challenges and fun scavenger hunts and games too!!Each child will have their Treasure Kits with all the materials they would need, which will be packed in a safe and clean environment. At Challenge Island we take the kids safety very seriously and our staff will follow the CDC recommended Covid-19 guidelines during camp.”
ALL SUMMER!
www.PrimroseSchools.com Cinco Ranch 281-693-7711 Kelliwood 281-828-1600 North Mason Creek 281-492-7400 West Cinco Ranch 281-347-1212 Woodcreek Reserve 281-731-0099
www.challenge-island.com/nwhouston-katy | 281-901-1034
THE GODDARD SCHOOL
Christian
ALL SUMMER
Our summer camp curriculum incorporates STEAM learning into fun experiences for your child every day! We offer a range of programs and mini-camps to pique the interest of every child.
CAMP ALLEN BEGINNING JUNE 6, 2021
www.GoddardSchool.com Cinco Ranch Center 281-392-1912 Ranch Point 281-392-1200 Cinco Northwest 281-392-1133
Grades 3-10 as of Fall 2021 | Week Long Camps |$768 Per Person
SUGAR CREEK MONTESSORI
www.CampAllen.org | 936-825-7175
The “camps” are offered in short 2 week sessions, or monthly. The Summer program includes field trips to museums, theater (plays), and other fun destinations. On campus visiting attractions such as a magic show, petting zoo, puppeteers and similar activities are also scheduled. Although the summer is a more relaxing environment for children, children still have opportunities to work with Montessori materials to continue learning academic skills. Using the Montessori approach, children explore and learn new skills or practice previously taught skills through fun and interesting themes. This program covers Language, Math, Science, Geography, Art & Craft and practical life experiences.
VICTORY CAMP DAY CAMP
JUNE - AUGUST
www.sugarcreekmontessori.com/summer-school Fulshear 281-394-9797 | Katy 281-693-7267 Sugar Land 281-261-1000
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We provide a fun & unique environment for young people to cultivate friendships, experience personal growth, and learn about the unconditional love of Jesus Christ. (located 1 hour from Houston)
JUNE 7-10, 2021 Kids entering grades 1-4 | M-Th | 9 a.m.– 4 p.m. | $210 Per Person Expect lots of fun, daily Bible lessons, swimming, sports, outdoor activities, paddleboats, crafts, new friends, games, lunch and snacks. Registration fee includes: daily activities, lunch, crafts, snack. Campers are placed in groups by age and gender. 8 campers are assigned per camp counselor. Campers of all ages will participate in : crafts, field sports, swimming, paddleboats, train rides, gym sports, and camp games. Campers must be at least 8 years of age to ride go-karts and at least 48” tall to ride the zipline or waterslide. Register by 3/31 to receive a FREE $15 Concessions Gift Card!
VICTORY CAMP KIDS CAMP JUNE 14-17 & 21-24, 2021 Overnight Camp for kids entering grades 3rd-5th | Check in: 3:00pm / Check out: Noon | $239 Per Person Kids, get ready for CAMP! This is an awesome adventure for KIDS entering Grades 3-5! Four days packed with waterslides, swimming, go-karts, and ziplines. Three nights filled with games, activities, dynamic services and incredible live worship. All meals and activities included in your registration fee. Register by 3/31 to receive a FREE $15 Concessions Gift Card!
VICTORY CAMP JUNIOR HIGH CAMP JUNE 28 - JULY 1, 2021 Overnight Camp for kids entering grades 6th - 8th | Check in: 3:00pm / Check out: Noon | $249 Per Person Exclusively for students entering grades 6-8. This session is crammed full of all the things pre-teens love. High energy activities, incredible food, tons of friends, amazing speakers and great live music are all part of the JH camp experience. All meals and activities included in your registration fee. Register by 3/31 to receive a FREE $15 Concessions Gift Card!
www.victorycamp.com | 281-338-Camp (2267)
Active Camps pure soccer - The Ultimate Spring Break and Summer Soccer Camps Ages 6 and up
Pure Soccer, the upscale 11,000-square-foot indoor and outdoor soccer training facility will offer week-long skills camps and small group training for beginners to advanced players, 6+, taught by Pure Soccer’s innovative and highlytrained coaching staff. Camps also available for players at the ECNL, GA, and MLS level. Call or go online for more information. Spring Break and Summer Skills Camps will focus on improving footwork, power-shooting and finishing with afternoon sessions each weekday from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Space is limited so book your preferred week or weeks early to secure your spot(s).
www.puresoccerkaty.com/camps | 346-387-6788
THE LITTLE GYM JUNE 1 - AUGUST 31 Ages 3 to 8 (potty trained) | Monday - Thursday 1:15 - 4:15pm |Tuesdays & Fridays 9:15am - 12:15pm | Members: $35 per camp Non-Members: $40 per camp Camp at The Little Gym of Katy gives your kid 3 hours of indoor activity and fun. Combining physical activity, games, and imaginative themes, we’ll help your child beat the heat by staying cool at The Little Gym! Scheduling is a breeze- join us for a day here and there or for the entire Summer!
www.TheLittleGymkatytx.com Katy: 281-347-1400 | Memorial: 281-558-9500
STARS GYMNASTICS SPORTS CENTER
Ages 4-to 12 (potty trained) | full or half day available A fun & safe environment for learning gymnastics & participating in group games and activities. Look out for more information soon!
www.StarsGymTX.com | Houston: 713-464-1996 Katy: 713-364-2631 WWW.KATYPARENT.COM
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Republic Gymnastics & Dance
Ages 3 and up (potty-trained)| Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm | $200 per child per week
JUNE 14TH -18TH Republic Camp Out | Gymnastics Camp
JULY 12TH -16TH Lifes a Beach | Dance Camp
AUGUST 9TH-13TH Out of this world | Gymnastics Camp
www.republicgymnastics.com/camps 281-345-7555
Turn BAck Time @ WESTWOOD DANCE ACADEMY JUNE 7-11 • JUNE 14-18 • JULY 5-9 JULY 12-16 • JULY 26-30 • AUGUST 2-6 Ages 5-12 years old Westwood Dance Camp is for Students and Non-Students, Girls and Boys. Join us for a summer full of DANCE! Each Week will include Different Choreography, Crafts, Fun Activities & Much More!
www.WestwoodDance.com | 281-347-2000
WESTWOOD GYMNASTICS It’s a Jungle Out There! JUNE 1-4 • MINI CAMP JUNE 21-25 • IT’S A JUNGLE OUT THERE! JULY 19-23 • IT’S A JUNGLE OUT THERE! AUGUST 9-13 • IT’S A JUNGLE OUT THERE! AUGUST 16-20 • MINI CAMP Ages 4-13 years old | Monday -Thursday 9 am – 3 pm (Optional extended care before and after available.) Sports, Gymnastics, Crafts, Open Gym , Obstacle Courses, Bounce Houses, Water Slides & Much Much More! Camp Westwood is for Students and Non-Students, Girls and Boys, Ages 4-13 years old with age specific activities.
www.WestwoodGym.com | 281-347-2000
KATY YOUTH SOCCER Ages 4 and up
The emphasis is on fun and learning how to play soccer!
www.KatyYouthSoccer.com | 281-392-5972
Horse Camps THE SUGAR & SPICE RANCH CAMP ALL SUMMER! $1,149 for 1 week | $2,299 for 2 weeks Mother/Daughter $2299 for 2 people for 1 week Mother/Daughter or All Girl Camps. Our summer camp sessions run from Saturday through the following Friday every week from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Sessions are all-inclusive (lodging, all meals, tack, horses, lessons, etc.)
www.TexasHorseCamps.com | 830-460-8487
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March Family Friendly Events
FREE HAIRCUT FOR SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN AT DIESEL BARBERSHOP
March 2 • 10 am - 5pm We are inviting all Special Needs children to have a FREE haircut at Diesl Barbershop Cinco Ranch. Parents, please call (832) 739-9933 for appointment. Walk-ins not accepted at this point in time. If child is on a wheel chair then please mention at the time of appointment booking. This day is reserved for special needs children. There will be no other customers. www.eventbrite.com/e/free-haircut-forspecial-needs-children-tickets-140733141615
MOVIE ON THE LAWN
March 5 • 6 - 8pm Come on out to the lawn space to catch The Greatest Showman on the big screen! Popcorn & water will be at concessions www.caneisland.com/events
CRAFTS AND CRAWFISH 2021
March 6 • 11 am - 5pm Free • Cane Island Pkwy, Katy, TX 77494 Join us for a family friendly day of shopping, eating, drinking, and kids activities! Over 65 vendors, CRAWFISH, signature drinks, bounce houses, and other fun kids activities!!! https://fb.me/e/Hdi07W7n
7TH ANNUAL “MUSCLEPALOOZA” CAR SHOW
March 6 • 9am - 3pm Presented by Typhoon Texas. Mind blowing rides, food trucks, vendows midway, giveaways and more! Spectators are welcome for Free. www.musclepalooza.com
CANE ISLAND BBQ COOKOFF
March 13 • noon-6pm Food Trucks, live music, petting zoo, inflatable riding bulls and more! www.eventbrite.com/e/2021-caneisland-bbq-cookoff-cooking-teams-entrytickets-137494609077
EXOTIC ANIMAL PETTING ZOO & CRAWFISH BOIL!
March 14 • 2-5pm Free • Wildcatter saloon https://fb.me/e/n9Z66LqUV
WESTWOOD GYMNASTICS MARCH EVENTS
March 5 • Play Date 4 hours of awesomeness! Pre-register online. $16 March 5 • Flip Flop Clinic A two hour tumbling clinic that will include a warm up, basic tumbling, cross tumbling, standing back handsprings and back tucks, round off back handsprings, layouts, fulls and more. We will separate tumblers by their ability level, beginners through elite tumblers are welcome. Come Flip till you Flop. March 12 & 26 • Open Gym Kiddos run, jump and play through 4 hours of FUN! Pre-register online. $16 March 26 • Toddler Time Group playtime for kiddos ages 6 months-3 years old and parents, that include activities such as parachute, mountain time, and open gym. Must register in advance. $10 non-members. March 16, 17 and 18 • Parent’s Day Out FREE TIME for Students & Non-Students, Boys & Girls, Ages 3 (potty-trained) & Up! Select dates from 9 AM - 1 PM Kiddos run jump and play through 4 hours of FUN! If you are pre registered, check in at the main table and if you need to register at the door, check in at the side table. Kiddos in kindergarten and under must get a wrist band from the left side of the gym as we separate the younger kiddos from the older ones. Don’t forget to pack a lunch:) $16 pre-registered / $20 at the door www.westwoodgym.com/events
REPUBLIC GYMNASTICS MARCH EVENTS
March 5 • Parent Tot & Preschool Playtime Bring your kiddo to play, imagine and create with us at Parent Tot & Preschool Play Time offered one Friday a month from 9am - 1pm. Don’t forget to pack a lunch! March 5 • Tumble Clinic Don’t miss your chance to get extra tumbling practice in at our Tumbling Clinic offered one Friday a month from 7-9pm. March 12 • Parents Night Out 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 from 7-11pm.
March 16 & 18 • Parents Day Out Do you need a day out without the kiddos; are you looking for an exciting and safe environment for the kids to have fun, run, jump & play? Parent’s Day Out is from 9am - 4pm Full Day, 9am - 1pm/12pm - 4pm Half Day or hourly. Don’t forget to pack a lunch! www.republicgymnastics.com
SPRING BREAK SPECTACULAR
March 13 - 21 March into Spring and make it amazing at Blessington Farms. Bring the family for a fun filled time on the Farm and make some great memories. Come pick berries, flowers and participate in ALL things FUN on the Farm including hay rides, pedal cars, barrel trains, animal encounters with goats, camels and many more. There are also giant slides, Sand Mountain, and many, many more amazing activities in Farm Funland like family Tug-O-War and “Gem Mining” where you purchase a bag of gems to “mine” and then take home. We still have the fun favorites..... Reptile Grotto with “Tank” the turtle, the Jump Pad, Tire Mountain and our Aviary where you will be able to feed and interact with a variety of birds.* Loads of photo opportunities in the flower patch, BLUEBONNETS and our custom designed spring photo spots! Bring your families, a picnic and come see us!! Farm Funland $20 per person plus tax (24 mos. and under are free). Admission includes all Funland activities ALL day. Camel and bird feedings, flower picking are $3 each. Fishing is FREE with admission just bring your own tackle and bait. Please check our website for more details and for weather and berry production updates before you make the trip. www.blessingtonfarms.com
FAMILY FUN FITNESS
March 20 • 10=11 am Join your neighbors for family fun fitness on the lawn with Jen! Parents & kids of all ages can join in for cardio, strength & cool down www.caneisland.com/events
KATY HOME AND GARDEN SHOW
March 27 • 10 am - 6 pm March 28 • 11 am - 5 pm Fresh ideas will be buzzing March 27-28 at the 15th Annual Spring Katy Home & Garden Show
at the Merrell Center in Katy. Find ways to update and create a new level of comfort at home with inspiration from home design, renovation, and trend-setting experts. Learn something new at the FRESH IDEAS STAGE and comparison shop on everything for your home from windows to doors, floors, outdoor living areas, landscape, pools, kitchens, baths, and more. For guest safety, the show will follow all necessary COVID procedures. www.katyhomeandgardenshow.com
EASTER EGG-STRAVAGANZA
March 27-28 Come join us for an awesome day on the Farm during Easter Egg-stravaganza. Enjoy picking your own strawberries and fun in Farm Funland that includes hayrides, barrel trains, giant slides, animal encounters (chickens, goats, camels...yes, camels!!), Jump Pad, Fossil Dig, Tug-O-War and much more. Come interact with the birds in our Aviary where you can feed the Quaker Parrots or see the Reptile Grotto. While at the farm join us for a fun Easter egg hunt where children will hunt for 10 eggs with candy and treats. Lots of great photo opportunities. Farm Funland is $20 per person (children under 24 mos. are free) and includes all activities ALL day long.* Egg hunt is $3 per child with paid admission to Farm Funland and is continuous throughout the day. Fishing is FREE with admission as well and is catch and release...bring your own pole and tackle. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a great day on the Farm. www.blessingtonfarms.com
THE JOHNNY NELSON KATY HERITAGE MUSEUM
Ongoing An old-fashioned broad-ax slashed binder-twine was used to officially open the 9,600-square foot Katy Heritage Museum in 2002. Vintage farming equipment and artifacts from Katy’s agricultural and pioneering history are on display, along with scores of old photographs and fascinating antiques. School, clubs and groups can make arrangements for special tours. Admission is free. Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm. www.cityofkaty.com/visitors/museums
KATY VETERANS MEMORIAL MUSEUM
Ongoing “The G.I. Joe Museum” is a first-class military exhibit of historical significance encompassing every foreign conflict involving the United States. Special group tours available on request. Memberships available and contributions appreciated. Admission is free. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 9am - 2pm. www.cityofkaty.com/visitors/museums
SATURDAY FARMERS’ MARKET KATY, TX
Saturdays 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. https://fb.me/e/1WaiEPSrh
Virtual FUN!
Ongoing Online Activities! VIRTUAL CAMPOUT WITH SPACE CENTER HOUSTON
March 20 • 6:00 - 9:00 pm (see website for future dates) Grab your camping gear and head to the backyard because the night sky is calling us to camp out! During this unique time, Space Center Houston is hosting Virtual Campouts. This exciting program allows guests who would like to experience Space Center Houston’s Camp-In program but are unable to visit the center. Stargaze and explore the stars with us in real time. Use household items to make science come to life through engaging hands-on activities. Tour our space artifacts virtually with our app. Ordinarily, Space Center Houston’s Campouts are paid programs. We recognize the financial difficulties the COVID-19 crisis has created for many people, and we want everyone to be able to participate and enjoy these educational and fun programs without price being a barrier. As a result, we are offering this Campout to anyone who would like to participate and ask you pay whatever you are comfortable paying. Please enter the amount you are able to pay per person. If you are not able to pay, please enter “0” in the blank during registration. We are excited to have you join us for this Virtual Campout! Please register at least 24 hours before the event. We can’t wait to see you under the stars! www.spacecenter.org/education-programs/overnight-experiences/virtualcampout
LET’S MAKE ART! AT-HOME ART MAKING
Let’s make art! Use downloadable step-by-step instructions and follow along with how to videos featuring artists and educators as they guide you in fun and exciting art making activities to do at your home with your family. www.mfah.org/programs/families/
FAMILY ACTIVITY BOOKS
Enjoy family time with a museum twist! Families can create and discover together with printable books that feature coloring sheets, search activities, and drawing exercises inspired by works of art in the MFAH collections. www.mfah.org/programs/families
VIRTUAL FUN FOR ALL AGES WITH FORT BEND COUNTY LIBRARIES
Create crafts like bottle cap windchimes, party with Pete the Cat, listen to stories, make a confetti bowl, learn a new language and more! Check out this month’s calendar for details. www.fortbend.lib.tx.us/events/month/2021/01
VIRTUAL FUN FOR ALL AGES WITH HARRIS COUNTY LIBRARIES
Online activities for all ages! Teen Dungeon and Dragons, teen crafts, baby and toddler story times, Pictionary, Anime Club, treasure hunts, trivia, sing and sketch and more! Check out this month’s calendar for details. www.hcpl.net/events
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF HOUSTON ALL TIME ACCESS
Get ready to see the museum from a whole new digital landscape! All-Time Access allows everyone to experience the museum from anywhere, anytime. 3D Virtual Field Trips are now available for How Does It Work? We’ve got a few questions to get you registered and then you can immediately begin your adventure! Sign Up: www.cmhouston.org
FORT BEND CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY CENTER NEW VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE!
Educator Moments, 3D Field Trips The Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center opens is ready to welcome visitors virtually! The educators bring their warm personalities onto your screen with the launch of “Educator Moments” on the Discovery Center’s Facebook and YouTube channel with art projects, science experiments, demonstrations, storytimes and more. Plus, you can now visit us from home! Explore the Discovery Center’s first Matterport 3D Field Trip! www.childrensdiscoveryfb.org
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