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Revitalize Your Spouse
6. Leave your spouse a suggestive voicemail on his cell phone or text the same message (prefaced by the warning: “For Your Eyes Only”).
7. Go online and order a fancy massage lotion for your next at-home date night. 8. Surprise her by giving her car a quick clean up. Take any extra time to run a vacuum over the floor mats. 9. Do some extra tidying in the master bedroom to make it extra inviting or relaxing. Put out a candle for soft lighting. Freshen up the bedsheets.
Fortify Your Kids
10. Read a board book or a chapter to your child from a new or untouched book 11. Weed out last season’s clothes from one child’s drawers. Tackle one drawer at a time, until time runs out. 12. Write notes to put in your kids’ lunches. Try to write up a few to sprinkle in for each child throughout the week. 13. Challenge your child to a round of their favorite game. Or spontaneously join them in playing Legos, Squinkies, or another activity they enjoy.
Restore Your Kitchen
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pring cleaning used to be a multi-day undertaking involving a top-tobottom cleaning of the house and airing of all the rooms. Thankfully with our cleaner-burning stoves and furnaces, it’s no longer as necessary a chore. Besides, who has time these days?
You can still enjoy the benefits of refreshment that used to come with the spring overhaul by engaging in quick fifteen-minute tasks (and indulgences). By doing one each day, you’ll arrive at the end of a month experiencing the same satisfaction as if you’d spent days on end. And you won’t be wiped out by the process. Instead, you should feel invigorated! Here are enough ideas to fill a month and get you started. Or swap in a few of your own that fit your household.
Refresh Your Self
1. Polish your fingernails. Once you’re done you can combine this with number five (sit with your feet up) while your nails dry. Short on time? Focus on just cleaning off any old polish and trimming nails. Even that little bit can give your hands a fresh feel. 2. Take a brisk walk around the block or at a nearby park. Put your kids on a bike or in a wagon or stroller and you can all benefit. 3. Place a hold at the library on that book you’ve been meaning to read. Don’t have any titles in
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mind? Browse through Goodreads for recommendations and create a list for the future by tagging the interesting ones as “to read.” 4. Dive into your favorite magazine. Clip out any recipes you want to try or fold over pages containing decorating and other ideas you want to come back to. 5. Sit with your feet up and rest. If you’re alone or the children are safely occupied, close your eyes (you may want to set an alarm, just in case).
14. Wipe down the range hood and inside of the microwave. Use any extra time to degrease the handles on the fridge and microwave. 15. Plan your meals for the week, including when you might have to/ get to eat out. 16. Make a batch of brownies. Do this when you’ll be home while they bake. 17. Sort leftover food and expired condiments to toss from your refrigerator. Keep a wastebasket nearby and make tossing part of the process. When you’re done, wipe down a shelf or two. Come back later for another fifteen minutes to wipe out more of the fridge. 18. Sweep the kitchen and shake out the rugs. Better yet, toss those rugs in the washing machine for a quick wash cycle to spruce them up.
Invigorate Your Family & Friends
19. Call a friend to schedule a coffee date. 20. Text another friend to tell her one thing you think she rocks at. 21. Write a thank you note to someone for a recent kindness.
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22. Phone your mom/grandma/ favorite aunt to tell her you love her. 23. Jot a list of fun memories about someone special on fancy stationery. Mail it to them.
Enliven Your Calendar/To Do List
24. Make a list of errands to be done in the coming week/month. Pick a day to focus on those errands and schedule it like you would an appointment. Guilt be gone! 25. Schedule that appointment you’ve been avoiding. While you’re at it, make sure you have up to date appointments for everyone else in the family for things like haircuts, dentist, eye doctor, physical.
26. Brainstorm a destination for your next family outing or vacation. Check out a travel site for reviews and hot spots to stay or visit there. 27. Upload photos from your camera (while technically not a calendar item, it’s one that’s always on our “to do” lists). Browse through and delete any poor shots or ones you know you won’t use. Recharge the camera battery so it’s ready for an event you want to capture.
Perk Up Your Household
28. Dust a room or two. Use a feather duster and see if you can get through three or four rooms. 29. Pull out decorations for the next holiday or season. Purge anything worn out or dated or that you don’t like any more. If you’ve got the time, go ahead and decorate. 30. Clean the crumbs and garbage out of your own car. 31. Clean the dog bowls/fish tank/ kitty litter. Don’t have any? Your work is done! Celebrate your month of refreshment by taking a day to revisit some of the more restorative activities or to engage in a few you’d like to give more attention to. Keep this list and refer to it several times a year when you, your home, or your kids, are starting to sag. Make note of the one or two refreshers that could work as a regular pick-me-up.
While you won’t complete a regular spring cleaning by following this list, you will benefit from a sense of accomplishment and ongoing revitalization that just may spur you to tackle the bigger task of a whole house overhaul.
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SUMMER CAMP Guide Active Play
STEM & Educational
Horse Camp
KENNEDY DANCE THEATRE Week long themed day camps throughout the summer; Pre-school and school aged weekly classes; ballet intensives and technique classes for experienced dancers. Something for all, ages 2plus. www.KennedyDance.com 281-480-8441
A B SEA PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP Ages 2-9 • 9 am-1pm Camp includes, Arts and Crafts, play, music, stories, games, etc. $195 a week no registration or supplies. June 6-10- It’s a Bug’s Life; June 1317- Fiesta Fun! June 20-24- Dinosaur Discovery; June 27-July 1- A Camping we will go; July 11-15-Under the Sea; July 18-22-Down on the Farm; July 25-29-Rainforest Adventure www.abseapreschool.com/summer-camp 832-243-4206
THE SUGAR & SPICE RANCH CAMP
UNIVERSITY CHEER Camps for individuals, stunt groups and teams! Campers are taught spirit dances, hip hop style cheer dances, pom routines, game cheers, game day spirit technique, tumbling, jumps and stunts! Parents are invited to a “showcase” on the last day to see their child perform the camp material and compete for fun awards! www.UniversityCheer.com 281-991-1417
Music and Arts ART MOVEMENT AND LIFE SKILLS Friday Night Fun! Expressive Arts and Movement Camp! Ages 7-14 Choose from one or more 4 week sessions, 5-8 pm. The creative process is healing and life enhancing. Make art like mosaics, nature art, and use photography. Work with clay, drawing, painting, and creative writing. Yoga for kids, outdoor games, and critical skills for life through games and drama. Monday nights Young Entrepreneurs! Ages 1117 Learn life and business skills and engage in the creative process to create your own unique business. Small classes taught by experts in art, fitness, and business. We have sessions year round and we will offer June and July summer sessions. Exact dates will be on our website soon. www.amlsacademy.com/courses-registration 832-849-8934 BAY AREA ARTS CONSERVATORY In Person and online classes! Our summer workshops are Jr. Broadway Musical Theatre Productions where the students audition, rehearse, and then perform the show. M-F 9-5 with early drop off and late pick up available. For more information: www.baactx.com 281-938-1444 THE PURPLE BOX THEATER Summer Camps & Spring Saturday Camps. Dedicated to developing a young actor’s craft through classes, workshops, camps, and productions. We offer high quality programs for Kids & Teens in Musical Theater, Theater, Improv, Dance, Voice, Acting, Musical Revue Performing Groups and Travel Teams. Ages 5-12 and 9-15. Showcase at the end of most camps. www.ThePurpleBoxTheater.com 818-642-4665
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BEST BRAINS PEARLAND Offering Math, English, Abacus, Coding, and General Knowledge. www.BestBrains.com/pearland 832-559-0000 CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE LEARNING CENTER OF MAG CREEK Summer Camp Adventures! Summer curriculum for all ages! Exciting field trips and huge splash pad! Enroll now to avoid the summer slide! www.ChildrensLightHouse.com/magcreek 281-557-7700 CODE NINJAS LEAGUE CITY Send your kids for some summer learning and fun with camps that include: Code Your Arcade, 2D Design/Print, Roblox, Minecraft Mod, Stop-Motion Animation, DIY Website plus more. Morning or afternoon sessions or both, for ages 5-14. Spring Break Camps March 14-18 Summer Camps May 31-August 19 www.CodeNinjas.com/tx-league-city/camps/ 281-339-7482 IVY KIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER HOBBS Ages 5-12 years. Fun themes, exciting field trips, cooking activities, design challenges, STEM projects, science experiments, team building games, and so much more! www.ivykidshobbs.com 832-670-8668 SUMMER SCIENCE SAFARI CAMP Where science and summer fun meet! We help students envision their future by taking them places where science actually happens every day! Field trips to places where science really happens, every day! www.SummerScienceSafari.com 832-305-8572 TUTORING CENTER Summer Programs in Reading, Math, and Writing for K-12. Improve your child’s academic skills to help them succeed in school. Fun learning environment. www.dickinson.tutoringcenter.com 281-337-2800
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. No Technology Allowed! www.TexasHorseCamps.com 830-460-8487
Christian CREATIVE CORNERS CAMP AT LEAGUE CITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Spring Break Camp will be held Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Easter theme, and lots of spring activities. Summer Kids Camp is about having fun through lots of play inside & outside, crafts, hearing bible stories, having brief story/reading time, silly songs and music each day. Two sessions June 14-30 and July 11-28. For more information: www.creative-corners.org 281-332-8936 CAMP ALLEN 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) www.CampAllen.org 936-825-7175 UNIVERSITY BAPTIST Summer fun at UBC includes activities for kids from K-preteens. Sports camps include basketball, volleyball, tennis, soccer, bowling, football and more! www.UBC.org VICTORY CAMP Amazing summer camp experience that’s close to home! All the activities your kids love in a fun Christian camp environment. Corcl Boats, Go Carts, Gymnasium, Lake Blob, Rope Course, Swimming Pool, Train Rides, Volleyball Court, Water Slides, and Zip Line! Kids Day CampGrades 1st-4th; Overnight Camp- Grades 3rd-5th; Junior High Camp- Grades 6th-8th. www.victorycamp.com 281-338-Camp (2267)
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stroll along the seawall, tour a historical home, ride some rides at Pleasure Pier, and so much more! Spring is a beautiful time to visit Galveston Island! www.visitgalveston.com
Candytopia
Exciting candy museum, with photo ops, delicious samples, and a marshmallow pit! www.candytopia.com
The Children’s Museum of Houston
The ultimate family destination where there’s something new to do and celebrate every day of Spring Break. Get away and soak in the sun and fun during “Destination Celebration” Spring Break Bash! www.cmhouston.org
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Discovery Green
Get outside and make special memories at the park with your family this spring. Glide beneath the glittering lights of downtown at the rolling rink in the center of the beautiful 12-acre park. Take a picnic to enjoy, explore the walking trails, play on the playground, and enjoy some fun photo ops at the art throughout the park www.discoverygreen.com/rollerrink
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Pixar Putt Putt
The ultimate pop-up, open-air mini-golf experience is at Sarofim Picnic Lawn at Discovery Green through March 20th. 18 fun and interactive holes inspired by some of Disney and Pixar’s films including Toy Story, The Incredibles, Monsters, Inc., Finding Nemo, Coco, A Bug’s Life, Wall-E, and Inside Out, Pixar Putt is set to take guests to infinity… and beyond! www.pixarputt.com
Galveston Island So much to do and see on Galveston Island… shopping and dining on The Strand, soak up the sun on the beach,
A favorite destination within Houston’s bustling museum district, Hermann Park spans 445 acres with no shortage of activities and attractions! Spring Break is a great time to take advantage of the Hermann Park Railroad, which offers a scenic 20-minute ride around the Park, and pedal boat rides on McGovern Lake! www.hermannpark.org
Houston Zoo
Take a walk on the wild side this Spring at the zoo! The Houston Zoo connects communities with animals, inspiring action to save wildlife. With over 6,000 permanent residents (the animals!) for whom the zoo provides housing, meals, medical care and, yes, even education! Watch the elephants get a bath, feed the Giraffes, pet the goats, or ride on a Gorilla’s back (on the carousel, of course!) www.houstonzoo.org
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Space Center Houston
Frobergs Farm
Pick your own strawberries! Enjoy a day at the farm picking strawberries and playing. Other fun attractions include The Emoji Cannon, Friendly Fire, Duck Races, the Bee Coaster, Mining Sluice, Paint Ball Gallery, and Berry Fun Land playground. Picking usually lasts from January—late May. Call before you go. www.frobergsfarm.com
Hermann Park
Family-focused amusement park with midway games, rides and more. Buy a Spring Break pass: 3 parks, 1 pass, unlimited visits for $69.99. Valid at Kemah Boardwalk, Downtown Aquarium and Galveston Island Pleasure Pier. www.kemahboardwalk.com Space and science exploration learning center with more than 400 things to see and do. The largest collections of spacesuits and Moon rocks on public display in the world! Go inside the shuttle replica Independence, mounted on top of the historic and original NASA 905 shuttle carrier aircraft, and then explore the giant plane. www.spacecenter.org
CENTENNIAL PARK 3219 McLean Rd.
SOUTHDOWN PARK
2150 Countryplace Parkway
SHADOW CREEK RANCH NATURE TRAIL
1801 Kingsley Dr. Paved trails, educational signage, bicycle racks, natural vistas for viewing.
INDEPENDENCE PARK
3449 Pearland Parkway With the addition of an amphitheater, covered stage, replacement and relocation of the playground, enhancements to the existing pavilion, reorientation of the park entrance, and new landscaping, Independence Park is here to provide a fun and relaxing space for all. Spring Fest Saturday March 5, 10am—5pm at Independence Park. pearlandtx.gov/springfest This family-friendly event will feature live entertainment, interactive attractions, local food, and so much more. There’s plenty of fun in store, so come out and enjoy everything this exciting event has to offer! Admission is free however a wristband is required to participate in most rides and attractions.
DELORES FENWICK NATURE CENTER
5750 Magnolia Pkw View a variety of live native animals, touch and examine different bio-facts, play with interactive exhibits, and participate in nature crafts. Outside, explore almost 2 miles of walking trails that surround two ponds which house bird nesting islands and a multitude of resident and migratory bird species, turtles, and other wildlife. Admission to the Nature Center and the surrounding trails is FREE. Programs and workshops are subject to additional fees.
Take the dogs to the dog park! INDEPENDENCE DOG PARK
3449 Pearland Parkway. Southdown Dog Park is located at 2150 Countryplace Parkway w w w. p a r k s . p e a r l a n d t x . g o v / ho m e parksrec
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n extra hour of sunshine in the afternoon is something we all look forward to. However, jostling sleep schedules, managing irritability, and helping your children recover from the time change can be a challenge. This year, plan to spring forward on Sunday, March 13, 2022, at 2 am local time, but before you set those clocks ahead and bemoan that lost hour of sleep, take heart. There are things you can do to minimize the disruption and get your Circadian rhythm back on track.
1) Give Yourself an Extra Hour: Take time on the evening of March 12 to make lunches, set out clothing for your family, and prep breakfast items before you go to bed. The more you can do at night to minimize the chaos the next day, the more relaxed you’ll be as you head into the week.
2) Hit the Sack Early: If possible, encourage your children to head to bed a half-hour early during the week, and then try to follow suit. Even if you’re kids aren’t tired, you can help them wind down by turning off digital devices, dimming the lights, reading them a story, and letting them have some quiet time a bit earlier than usual. Chances are that you’re fairly sleep deprived as well, so giving yourself extra time to unwind will help you fall asleep more quickly and stave off the impending sluggishness the next day.
3) Embrace the Morning Sun: Exposing yourself to bright sunlight first thing in the morning stimulates your brain and encourages your body to get moving. Open the drapes, head outside for a morning walk, or drink your cup of Joe near a window. If you can’t enjoy the sun before you head to work for the day, take a mid-morning break and go outside for a few minutes. The cool air and bright light will help invigorate you through the lunch hour.
4) Eat Your Energy: Try boosting your intake of energy-boosting foods, too. Oats and berries or eggs in the morning, fruit and nuts as snacks, and high-protein foods at lunch and dinner (think lean meats, beans, and veggies) will keep your blood sugars level and help with concentration and energy. And be careful with your caffeine consumption. You may be tempted to down extra shots of espresso, but be forewarned that too much of a good thing can leave you anxious and jittery.
5) Be Gentle with Yourself: Studies show that it may take a week or more for your body to adjust to the new time difference, so cut yourself some slack and indulge in that well earned nap. Hire a babysitter for an hour for a few days, enlist a friend’s help, or trade off with your spouse. Your family will function better if the adults aren’t in the same sleepy funk as the kids.
6) Head Outside in the Evening: Take advantage of that extra hour of daylight in the evening to get some much needed fresh air and exercise. During the dark winter days, a stroll after dinner may not have been much of an option. Now, however, you can probably sneak in 30-40 minutes, enough time each day to make a significant impact in your overall health. Plus, letting the kids walk off evening wiggles will help them get ready for bed sooner, too, and encourage healthy habits for the rest of the year.
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March Family Friendly Events
March 1 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.9am-5pm www.houstonzoo.org
March 4 Parent’s Survival Night
Little Gym of Friendswood Come in your PJ’s and be ready to PARTY The Little Gym Way! Safari adventurers are welcome to wear their pajamas during this outrageously fun escapade! Safari games, challenges, and crafts will make this Slumber Party one to remember. Pricing: $35 members, $40 non-members Ages 3-12 6:30-9:30 pm www.thelittlegym.com/FriendswoodTX/eventsmore-fun/drop-ins-events
Spring Fest
Pearland Parks and Recreation What better way to welcome Spring time than with Pearland’s newest event, Spring Fest! This family-friendly event will feature live entertainment, interactive attractions, local food, and so much more. There’s plenty of fun in store, so come out and enjoy everything this exciting event has to offer! 10 am- 5 pm Independence Park, 3449 Pearland Parkway Tickets are $12 and required to participate in rides and attractions. Tickets can be purchased at gate or in advance. www.parks.pearlandtx.gov/special-events/ spring-fest
Registration- Residents: February 2, Nonresidents: February 16 Registration Fee, Residents: $10 per person, Non-residents: $15 per person 9 am-4:30 pm Registration can be done in person at Hometown Heroes Park or online at www.webtrac. leaguecity.com/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/splash.html
Astronomy in the park
League City Parks and Recreation Astronomy in the Park will meet the first Saturday of every month at Rustic Oaks Park. We encourage those attending to bring binoculars if you have them. Astronomy in the Park will run from June through November. This program is run by Daniel Roy.7-9:30 pm www.leaguecity.com/Calendar. aspx?EID=11651
Family Build It
Helen Hall Library League City Gather your friends and family to build something amazing! 10:30-11:30 am All Ages FREE www.leaguecitytx.gov/Calendar. aspx?EID=12231
Porsche Car Show
Kemah Boardwalk Brought to you by the Lone Star Region of the Porsche Club of America. www.kemahboardwalk.com/events.asp#8
Girls Night Out Science of our Solar System! “Earth”
Code Ninjas League City Empowering our STEM girls to succeed 5-8 pm $40 www.codeninjas.com/tx-league-city/parentsnight-out
Birding by the Bay
Book Release Party
Helen Hall Library Come celebrate the release of “So You Want to Learn About Birds” the 6th book in the series “So You Want To Learn About”. 2-4 Pm www.leaguecitytx.gov/3146/Helen-Hall-Library
City of Seabrook We LOVE birds and we know that our community does too so we will be holding a communitywide Birding by the Bay 9-11 am www.seabrooktx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=1488
March 5
Spring Market and BBQ
Fishing Extravaganza
League City Parks and Recreation Grab your fishing pole and friends and come fish at the Walker Street Pool!
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Alvin Lodge 762 We are pleased to announce our Spring Fundraiser on March 5th - we will be sponsoring an area Craft Fair, and the Lodge will be selling brisket sandwiches, hot dogs, and Raffle Tickets.
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Parent’s Night Out
Reflex Gymnastics Pearland Do you need a night away from the kids? We understand! Our Parent’s Night Out is a fullysupervised evening where kids will enjoy fun games, jumping on the trampolines, bounce house and more. Food and drinks are provided. 6-10 pm $25 members, $30 non members and $15 each additional sibling www.pearlandgym.com/events/parents-night-out
Kids Night Out
Legacy Gymnastics Come to a 4-Hour Fun-Filled event with indoor gymnastics, games, crafts, bounce house with slide and trampoline. – Ages 3 and up(Must be able to use the restroom independently) 6-10 pm $25 includes Pizza and Juice but please send a water bottle www.legacy-gym.com/events/march-2022-kidsnight-out-2
March 6 Blooming into Spring Pearland Market Days Craft and Vendor Fair Come join us for shopping, food, & fun! 11 am- 5 pm https://tinyurl.com/3x7wxrvp
March 11 Concert at the Park
Texas Avenue Park City of Webster Music, dancing and delicious food vendors. The Rapture, a top 40 cover band with music from pop, rock, R&B, country and Latin. 7pmTexas Avenue Park, 17100 Texas Ave https://cityofwebster.com/
March 12 March Madness Parent’s Night Out
Code Ninjas League City Roblox, Minecraft, Games, Pizza, Popcorn and More! 6:30-9:30 $40 www.codeninjas.com/tx-league-city/parentsnight-out
Nature with Kristine
City of League City Parks and Recreation
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Connect with nature through activities such as arts and crafts, games, and scavenger hunts! No registration required and free to the public. Classes are led by Kristine Rivers a nature enthusiast, avid birder, and owner of Birding for Fun, a program that provides educational services, field trips, and guided tours for birding. 9 -11 am Signs of Spring Scavenger HuntDr. Ned & Fay Dudney Nature Center-1220 Egret Bay Blvd N League City, TX 77573 2-4 pm Nature Arts & Crafts- Spring FlowersGhirardi Family WaterSmart Park-1810 Louisiana Ave League City, TX 77573 www.leaguecitytx.gov/2036/Parks-Recreation
Jim’s Jungle at Three Acres Santa Fe
Come out for a night of fun for the whole family. Food Trucks, Live Music, Game Trucks, Yard Games & More! ***The animals arrive at 6pm*** Live music 6-9pm Food trucks 5-9pm Fees:All fees can be paid at Three Acres, you may purchase in advance through Eventbrite link but it isn’t necessary. $5 Entry everyone 14 & up to Three Acres (kids free) $3 Entry per person into petting zoo area $3 Feed Cup 5-9 pm www.tinyurl.com/mss5pz5c
March 13 League City EMS Car Show
Attend League City’s EMS first car show! Funds collected will be used to give back to citizens of the city and promote change for the EMS department. Enjoy a variety of cars, food trucks, vendors and more! 12-5 pm Hometown Heroes Park 1001 E. League City Pkwy www.tinyurl.com/22hrwuky
March 15 Spring has Sprung Celebration
Helen Hall Library League City Games, bubbles, chalk, and outside fun. Ages 3 to 11. 2 pm www.tinyurl.com/msz8nbjx
March 16 and 17 Tinkergarten FREE Classes
Old City Park Friendswood Children and adults learn together through outdoor play-based activities. 10-11 am Ages 1.5-8 years FREE Contact Libbie Kinzler with any questions at libbiekinzler@gmail.com www.tinkergarten.com/leaders/libbie.kinzler 832-736-8581
March 18-20 Seabrook Lucky Trails
Whether it’s the Marathon, Half Marathon, 1/4 Marathon, 5K, or Kids 1K, we have a race for you! Location: Rex Meador Park, 2100 Meyer Rd. Seabrook TX 77586 www.seabrookmarathon.org
March 19 Dickinson Little Italy Festival of Galveston County
The Dickinson Little Italy Festival of Galveston County is a family friendly event occurring annually during the month of March. The purpose is to honoring and exhibiting SicillanItalian customs, traditions, food, music, contests, games and culture! 9:30 am Held by City of Dickinson 4403 Highway 3 www.tinyurl.com/2p82bxpf
Ruff Runner and Yappy Hour
Pearland Parks and Recreation Ruff Runner is a pet-themed race for all ages. The run will feature a 5K for avid runners, while the featuring a Kids 1K and 3K options will continue with the paw-pular opportunity to run with or without a four-legged friend. Stick around for the post-race Yappy Hour, presented by Vallenson’s Brewing Company, for race hospitality and a presentation of medals for all registered participants. 7-10 am Independence Park, 3449 Pearland Parkway www.parks.pearlandtx.gov/special-events/ ruff-runner-yappy-hour
Girls Night Out Science of our Solar System! “Milky Way”
Code Ninjas League City Empowering our STEM girls to succeed 5-8 pm $40 www.codeninjas.com/tx-league-city/parentsnight-out
March 25 Bark in the Park at Three Acres
Bring your pup out for a night of fun! Doggy vendors, adoptable dogs, food trucks, live music and more! Free to attend We’ll have live music, food trucks, and cold drinks for the humans Food Trucks 5-9pm lineup TBA Live music 6-9pm 5-9 pm www.inyurl.com/2p8abvtj
Nerf Nights Alvin Parks and Recreation
Held at Rec Station- Don’t Forget to bring your Nerf Guns! 6-8 pmFREE www.alvin-tx.gov/page/parks.recprograms
March 26 Walk for Wellness
City of League City The City of League City and The Friends of League City Seniors Foundation have partnered for the past 12 years to bring you the Walk for Wellness 1K/5K Walk/Run. This event is designed to increase awareness of the needs of seniors and encourage citizens of all ages to develop healthy lifestyles! Walter Hall Park 7:30 am www.leaguecitytx.gov/3688/Walk-forWellness-1K5K-WalkRun
Maritime Exhibition
Texas City Museum Displays from our fellow organizations in a celebration of our maritime roots! 10 AM to 4 PM with last admission sold at 3:30 PM. Tickets are available only the day of the event, from the front desk of the Museum. $7 per person ages 7+. Children 6 years and younger have free admission. www.facebook.com/events/39196012272514 4/?ref=newsfeed
3rd Annual Daddy Daughter Dance
Event by FUMC Pearland Mops We would love for you to join us for our 3rd annual Pearland Redeemer Mops/Mops Next Daddy Daughter Dance! Food Trucks, Dessert (provided by us), Dancing, Crafts, Photobooth, DJ and Glitter Tattoos! Held at Pearland First United Methodist Church All Ages! $35 per couple, $10 additional children Tickets can be purchased at https:// fumcpearland.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/992/ responses/new?fbclid=IwAR0n40K0owMikx2j 9SgRRV3hoNzrFeRrZSYYMCPOMkT5lMG47EMWP0CCws
Celtic Festival
Kemah Boardwalk Don your kilt and celebrate Celtic culture with bagpipes, beer, dancing and more! www.kemahboardwalk.com/events.asp#8
Parent’s Night Out
Alpha Omega Gymnastics Pearland PNO is a great way for mom and dad to go out and have a night on the town while the kids have fun at the gym. It is once a month on a Saturday evening and we will even feed the kids dinner. The children will get to do gymnastics, play games, make arts and crafts, participate in science experiments and watch a movie. Ages 3 and up; 5:30-9:30 pm; Extended Care available until 10:30 pm Members $30 per Child, $25 per Sibling Non-Members $40 per Child, $35 per Sibling *Extended Care $10 per Child www.pearland.alphaomegagymnastics.com/ parents-night-out/
March 27 Easter Holiday Vendor Show
Alvin Market Days Come visit the Easter Bunny and show with a lot of vendors. 3 delicious food trucks and ice cold beer for sale! 11 am -5 pm Held at Manvel/Alvin KC Hall 129 cr-146 www.facebook.com/ events/523279082446012/
Clear Lake/Bay Area Purim Carnival
Congregation Shaar Hashalom The annual Clear Lake/Bay Area Purim Carnival is back and better than ever! We invite the entire community to join us as we celebrate the festival of Purim with rides, games, food, and fun for all ages. 12-3 pm Held outside at Congregation Shaar Hashalom in Clear Lake -16020 El Camino Real www.tinyurl.com/3573y9nz
ongoing weekly events Sundays
Wednesdays
Bay Area Farmer’s Market
Craft Kits at Friendswood Library
11am- 3pm • Baybrook Mall • Bay Area Farmers Market’s mission is to support our community’s healthy lifestyle choices by providing our customers with Vendors who bring to the Bay Area Farmers Market quality, locally-produced agricultural foods and locally-made products, using locally-sourced agricultural ingredients when possible, and whose Vendors honestly communicate to the customers their practices, techniques, and ingredients, while also supporting the great State of Texas’ local, small farmers, businesses and entrepreneurs. www.bayareafarmersmarkettexas.com
Mondays
Pick up these bags filled with fun crafts for 8-18 year olds at our Drive-Thru window or from the Children’s Department! www.friendswood.lib.tx.us
Babies and Books
10:15 - 10:45 am • Tickles, giggles, rhymes, and a story for those who BYOB (bring your own baby). Ages: Designed for birth to walking. RSVP www.leaguecitylibrary.org
Angleton Library Story Time
Stories, songs, and activities designed for 3-5 year olds. Limit 36. Please arrive up to 30 minutes before the program to get a wristband. www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/ang/angleton.asp
Toddler Time at Helen Hall Library
Pearland Westside Library Story Time
Pearland Library Baby Bounce
Manvel Library Preschool Storytime
Freeman Library Toddler Time StoryTime
Brazoria Library Preschool Story time
10:15- 10:45 am and 11:15-11:45 am • Wiggles, songs, rhymes, and a story. Ages 1-3 and caregivers RSVP • www.leaguecitylibrary.org 10:15-11:15 am www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/pea/pearland.asp 10:15 & 11:15 am • Stories, songs, and rhymes. Children will have a short craft time at the end of the program. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers. www.hcpl.net/branch/clear-lake-city-countyfreeman-branch-library
Mondays & Wednesdays Craft Kits at Friendswood Library
FREE Craft kits are available at the drive-thru window or at the desk in the children’s department. www.friendswood.lib.tx.us
Tuesdays Preschool Story Time
10:15-10:45am and 11:15-11:45a • Stories, songs, and rhymes. Children will have a short craft time at the end of the program. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers. RSVP • Helen Hall Library www.leaguecitylibrary.org
Freeman Library PreSchool StoryTime
10:15 & 11:15 am • Stories, songs, and rhymes. Children will have a short craft time at the end of the program. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers. www.hcpl.net/branch/clear-lake-city-countyfreeman-branch-library
Pearland Library Toddler Time
11:15-12:15pm www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/pea/pearland.asp
Tuesdays & Fridays Preschool and Home School Open Gyms at Above the Bar
10-11:30 am • Open gyms for pre-schoolers and home schoolers! Jump, tumble & run on inflatables, TumblTrak, trampolines, rope swings, foam block pit, and pre-school circuits. $10 for first child, $5 for each additional sibling. All Open Gym participants must complete event waiver. www.abovethebargym.com/open-gyms-fridaynight-fun-preschool/
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10:15 -11:15 am • Books, songs, fingerplays, crafts, and FUN! www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/pws/pearlandwest.asp 10:15-10:45 am www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/man/manvel.asp
10:30 -11:30 am • All programs are held outside. In case of inclement weather, programs will be virtual on the Danbury Facebook page. www.bcls.lib.tx.us
Alvin Library Storytime
10:30 -11 am • Join us on the Alvin Library Facebook page for a story, songs and rhymes for ages 3-6. www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/alv/alvin.asp
EcoAdventurers
9:30-11:30 am • An in depth study of environmental science topics while engaging the homeschooled student in STEM activities. $14/program; Non Members $17/program www.abnc.org/eco-programs
Wednesdays & Fridays EcoKids
9:30-11:30 am • At ABNC, our goal is to give children the opportunity to observe nature in action. We encourage observation, exploration, problem solving and creativity (STEM activities). This drop-off program is for ages 3 to 6 years old who are fully potty trained. $12/program; Non Members $14/program www.abnc.org
EcoSchoolers
9:30-11:30 am • A hands-on environmental education activities plus STEM challenges for the home school student. Our science activities will help create curiosity and passion for the natural world.This drop-off program is for ages 7-12. $14/program; Non Members $17/program www.abnc.org
Thursdays FREE Visits to 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 • 2-5pm www.houmuse.org/visit/houston-museum-ofnatural-science/ Children’s Museum Houston • 5-8pm www.cmhouston.org
Angleton Library Movers and Shakers
10-10:30 am • A music and movement program for toddlers. Limit 36. Please arrive up to 30 minutes before the program to get a wristband. www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/ang/angleton.asp
Alvin Library Toddler time
10:30 -11 am www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/pea/pearland.asp
Pearland Library Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:30 am www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/pea/pearland.asp
Manvel Library Toddler Time
Thursdays • 10:15-10:45 am www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/man/manvel.asp
Pajama Story Time at Helen Hall
6-6:30 pm • Pajama Storytime Put on your PJs and join us for movement, songs, and stories as we wind down for the evening. Ages: 3-8. RSVP www.leaguecitylibrary.org
Fridays Friday Night Fun at Above the Bar
7:30 – 10 pm • Drop off the kids for a fun time with coach-led, high-energy activities including trampolines, inflatables, and games! Pizza snack is included, but bring a drink or cash for vending machines.$20 for gym members/ $25 for nonmembers. Walk-ins on Friday evening $30 for gym members / $35 for non-members • kids ages 5 to 14 www.abovethebargym.com/open-gyms-fridaynight-fun-preschool
EcoTots
9:30 am • Fun introduction to animals, plants, and other nature topics. Program uses movement, storytelling, art, animal demonstrations, and games to make nature come alive. (ages 18 mos 4 years. Must be accompanied by an adult) $12 www.abnc.org
Nature Journal Challenge
10am • Nature Journal Challenge Plants, bugs, and mud, oh my! We are exploring everything nature has to offer in our weekly Nature Journal Challenge! This program is virtual on Instagram. www.leaguecitylibrary.org
Saturdays Nassau Bay Farmers Market
In front of Erma’s Nutrition • 10 am-2 pm www.facebook.com/NassauBayFarmersMarket
Old Pearland Farmers Market
Always the Third Saturday of the month! At Independence Park under the Pavilion from 9-1. We have amazing local vendors lined up with FRESH produce, eggs, honey, jelly, baked goods, music, food trucks, and so much more! www.oldpearlandfarmers.wixsite.com/opfm
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