Space City Parent Magazine

Pumpkin Patch

October 7th-31st, 2022

We can’t wait to see you in the CLUMC Pumpkin Patch!

The Pumpkin Patch is open: Monday - Friday 1:00 pm - 7:30 pm Saturday & Sunday 9:30 am - 7:30 pm

Bring your family and friends for a fun time in the patch. There will be lots of fall decorations and colorful pumpkins to have some falltastic fun! Pumpkins are available for purchase via cash, credit card, or check.

Fall Festival at the Pumpkin Patch

Saturday, October 8th, 2022 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Bring your families for lots of fun fall activities. Face painting, petting zoo, and refreshments are free! Pumpkins are available for purchase. 16335 El Camino Real Houston, Texas 77062 281-488-5110 clearlakemethodist.org

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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.

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 does not need to be comforting you.

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 environment more soothing.

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 your presence.

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D Party Planning Guide

Party Planning Guide!

D Party Planning Guide

ABOVE THE BAR

Parties include 1 hour of gym time and 45 minutes for the birthday celebration. Includes inflatables, Tumble Trak, foam block pit, games, and more!

www.abovethebargym.com Kemah 832-932-1466

League City 281-672-7198

„ ACROSPORTS

Choose from a Gymnastics, Swimming, or Ninja Warrior Party. Fully trained staff members work each party to ensure safety and FUN! Only one party in the gym/pool at a time so you have the space to yourselves!

www.acrosports.com

Friendswood: 281-332-4496

League City: 281-967-7261

„ CODE NINJAS LEAGUE CITY

PARTY LIKE A NINJA! Celebrate your child’s birthday ninja-style. We’ll handle the details so you can focus on having a great time. Build video games while learning to code. Play your favorite video games with friends. Construct and play with cool robotics. Engage in fun STEM games and activities. Helpful staff on hand to maximize the fun. Decorations, themes, party favors, food, refreshments, and more available upon request. We’ll work with you to plan the best birthday party you’ve ever had!

www.codeninjas.com/tx-league-city/ birthday-parties 281-339-7482

„ CHARA DANCE

Themes include Ballerina Birthday, HipHop Birthday, Jazz It Up Birthday, and Tumbling Fun Birthday!

www.charadance.com/birthday-parties 832-569-4065

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GALVESTON RAILROAD

MUSEUM

Celebrate with trains! Host a one of a kind birthday party that your child will never forget! Many Birthday Party Packages to choose from!

www.galvestonmuseum.com 409-765-5700

„ JUMPS R US

We offer Moonwalks, Slides, Water Slides, Combos, Concession Products, Tables & Chairs and more for your party rental fun! Free delivery to League City and surrounding areas, including Friendswood, Clear Lake, Webster, Pearland, Alvin, Santa Fe, Dickinson, Texas City, La Marque, Galveston and more.

www.jumpsrustx.com/ 832-763-4955

„ LOBO GYMNASTICS

Birthday Parties are “Chalk Full of FUN” at LOBO! Gymnastics Parties Include: obstacle course, trampolines, foam

pits, parachute games, rope swing, 360-degree slide from our upstairs gym to the downstairs gym. www.lobogymnastics.com 281-480-5626

„ 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)

„ MAIN EVENT

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

www.mainevent.com Webster 281-332-4500

„ MOODY GARDENS

Rainforest theme, Palm Beach, Aquarium and more.

www.moodygardens.com/education/ birthday_parties 1-800-582-4673

„ PREMIER MARTIAL ARTS

Throw the Best Birthday Party Ever!

Martial Arts-themed birthday parties are easy for you and fun for your kids

Our birthday parties are fun, active and educational - and your kid will shine in front of their best friends. Best of all, we take care of everything - so you can enjoy the day too!

www.premiermartialarts.com/birthdayparties/ League City 281-332-5425 Dickinson 832-285-5177 Pearland 832-328-5139

„ 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

„ THE HOUSTON ZOO

A birthday party at the Zoo will be an unforgettable experience for you and your guests!

www.houstonzoo.org 713-533-6500

„ THE LITTLE GYM

For 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.tlgfriendswoodtx.com 281-482-4242 www.tlgpearlandtx.com 713-340-0042

„ AMY BLAKE’S ACADEMY OF DANCE

A one-hour dance class in your choice of ballet, jazz, or hip hop followed by a one-hour party. $10 per child with a 10-child minimum plus $100.00 facility rental.

www.amyblakedance.com 281-482-0600

„ BRICKS & MINIFIGS

What could be better than a LEGO® themed party for your LEGO® fan? Schedule the most amazing birthday party in our store’s dedicated party room! Fun and easy for parents, too - no setup, no clean up, just show up! Your children and their friends will love it!

www.bricksandminifigs.com/pearland-tx/ 281-471-0279

„ CHARA DANCE

Themes include Ballerina Birthday, HipHop Birthday, Jazz It Up Birthday, and Tumbling Fun Birthday! www.charadance.com/birthday-parties 832-569-4065

„ CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF HOUSTON

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

www.cmhouston.org 713-522-1138

„ CODE NINJAS

Party Like a Ninja! Celebrate your child’s birthday ninja-style. We’ll handle the details so you can focus on having a great time. Build video games while learning to code. Play your favorite video games with friends. Construct and play with cool robotics. Engage in fun STEM games and activities. Helpful staff on hand to maximize the fun. www.codeninjas.com/birthday-parties/ tx-pearland-shadow-creek Shadow Creek 832-849-5110 www.codeninjas.com/birthday-parties/ tx-pearland-silverlake Silverlake 832-777-3662

„ GALVESTON RAILROAD MUSEUM

Celebrate with trains! Host a one of a kind birthday party that your child will never forget! Many Birthday Party Packages to choose from! www.galvestonrrmuseum.com 409-765-5700

„ IDEA LAB KIDS

Take our STEAM learning out of the classroom and into a custom-designed, fun party experience for all! There are a variety party themes to choose from. All parties incorporate inventive, hands-on activities in a festive atmosphere tailored to a child’s interests and age. www.pearland.idealabkids.com 832-295-0796

„ THE HEALTH MUSEUM www.thehealthmuseum.org 713-521-1515

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

„ JUMPS R US

We offer Moonwalks, Slides, Water Slides, Combos, Concession Products, Tables & Chairs and more for your party rental fun! Free delivery to League City and surrounding areas, including Friendswood, Clear Lake, Webster, Pearland, Alvin, Santa Fe, Dickinson, Texas City, La Marque, Galveston www.jumpsrustx.com/ 832-763-4955

„ 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)

„ 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 Webster 281-332-4500

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

„ PREMIER MARTIAL ARTS

Throw the Best Birthday Party Ever! Martial Arts-themed birthday parties are easy for you and fun for your kids

Our birthday parties are fun, active and educational - and your kid will shine in front of their best friends. Best of all, we take care of everything - so you can enjoy the day too!

www.premiermartialarts.com/birthdayparties/ Pearland 832-328-5139

„ 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

„ 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

October 1-31

Zoo Boo

Houston Zoo

Celebrate fall festivities at the Zoo during Zoo Boo presented by LyondellBasell. Costumes are strongly encouraged, and guests will have plenty of favorites to experience, including visiting our Giant Pumpkin presented by LyondellBasell and the Carved Pumpkins sponsored by Frost Bank. Don’t miss our Pumpkin Lantern Tunnel between the lions and tiger exhibits, our spooktacular Scary-Go-Round sponsored by Texas Children’s Hospital, photo ops all over the Zoo, and much more!

9 am-5 pm www.houstonzoo.org/events/zoo-boo-2022/

October 1

Kids Workshop

Home Depot

Fire Rescue Boat

9 am- noon

www.homedepot.com/c/kids

Model Train Festival

Texas City Museum

Welcome back our annual Model Train Festival! Come enjoy visiting layouts, trackless train ride, and movies in the Museum and across the street in the Showboat! We will feature multiple scale railroad layouts and trains.

If you have young kids who love trains, you’re not going to want to miss this festival!

$5 all ages. Tickets only sold on site on the day of the event.

10 am- 4 pm

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Annual Vendor Market

Ashbury Womens Ministry

Come shop ‘til you drop! Choose from homemade baked goods, handmade crafts, jewelry, clothing, puzzles, Jams & Jellies, Christmas Ornaments, home Decor, and much more! Held at 5354 Space Center Blvd.

9 am-3 pm

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Family Friendly Events

Kadence Parade and Carnival 2022 Kemah Lighthouse

Saturday October 1st hundreds of abused, special needs, and foster kids will come out to enjoy Kadence Parade & Carnival....it’s gonna be massive and so much fun !!

Parade lineup starts at 9a @ Kemah Lighthouse District and ends with a huge carnival at Barge 295 and Sams Boat in Seabrook.

Event Sponsor: Sanctuary Foster Care Services If you would like to help or contribute please fill out this volunteer form: www.forms.gle/gpuaawiyrpfCzpHo7

Parade- Jeeps, Monster Trucks, Motorcycles, SxS, Fire Trucks, Classic Cars, & more!

Carnival- Face Painting, Art, Food, Ice Cream, Bounce Houses 9 am www.fb.me/e/3JpUKF0vY

5th Annual Au-Some Carnival Behavior TLC

We welcome you to our AU-SOME CARNIVAL on October 1st, at Behavior TLC Clear Lake. Join Us In Supporting Autism Speaks and other nonprofits within the neurodiverse community. It’s fun for the whole family!

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: Bounce House, Dunk Tank, Petting Zoo, Carnival Games, Food Trucks, Silent Auction, Vendor Booths with Autism Resources. Proceeds will benefit Autism Speaks and other autism organizations. 1051 Pineloch Dr. Houston, TX 77062 • 281461-6888

10 am-1 pm www.fb.me/e/5ibdkqzeT

2nd Annual Friendswood Dance Festival

In an effort to bring the performing arts closer to home, Friendswood Contemporary Ballet is excited to host the 2nd Annual Friendswood Dance Festival at the Evelyn B. amphitheater in Centennial Park. A number of performing groups, semi-professional companies, and professionals from the Houston area, are coming together on one stage for a night of celebrating the arts. Come hungry and prepared to enjoy food and dessert trucks on site throughout the event. Admission is FREE and open to the public.

Seating is available but plan to bring chairs and blankets for overflow lawn seating.

6 pm

RSVP to let us know you are coming. www.fb.me/e/1qTWsFNBw

Amoco Shred Day

University Baptist Church Parking Lot

*Exclusive to Bay Forest, Bay Glen/Bay Glen Manor, Bay Knoll, Bay Pointe, Bay Oaks, Brook Forest, Brookwood, Camino South, Meadowgreen, Middlebrook, North Fork, Oakbrook, Oakbrook West, Pinebrook, The Reserve at Clear Lake, Sterling Knoll, and University Green neighborhoods. Open to all University Baptist Church members.

9 am- 12 pm

www.amocofcu.org/vip-shred-day

Astronomy in the Park

City of League City Parks and Recreation

Join us every month for a fun evening of amateur astronomy! Held at Rustic Oaks Park.

7-9:30 pm https://www.leaguecitytx.gov/Calendar.aspx? EID=14157&month=10&year=2022&day=14& calType=0

Parent’s Night Out

Code Ninjas League City

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!

Ages 7 + 6:30-9:30pm $40

www.codeninjas.com/tx-league-city/parentsnight-out

Music to my Beers

Pearland Town Center

Bring your friends, your appetite, and your lederhosen to this year’s Music to My Beers extravaganza. Grab your lawn chairs and spend the day sampling seasonal suds from regional breweries, feasting on Oktoberfest fare from

local food trucks, and listening to exceptional live music. Music to My Beers highlights independent craft breweries in the Houston area, includes free admission, and is open to the public. Friday cookoff wristbands and Saturday brew hall tickets can be purchased on site. 2-9 pm www.visitpearland.com/musicbeers

October 2

Sunday Make Break: Pumpkin Fest 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. 2-4 pm www.michaels.com

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

October 7

Parents’ Survival Night

Little Gym of Friendswood

Meet us at the monster mash where we’ll make witch’s brew and build gymnastics skills too! With a variety of activities centered around imagination and cooperation, all are guaranteed to have a wicked good time. Ages 3-126:309:30pm $35 members, $40 non-members www.thelittlegym.com/FriendswoodTX/eventsmore-fun/drop-ins-events

Movie Night - Planes:Fireand Rescue

The Webster Fire Department

Celebrate National Fire Prevention Week (October 9-15, 2022), with this year’s theme being ‘Fire Won’t Wait. Plan Your Escape.’

Beginning at 7pm, the fire department will be showing a screening of Planes: Fire & Rescue! Popcorn, candy, and drinks will be provided. This event is free to the public; however, due to a limited capacity of space, reservations will need to be made to attend. You may RSVP to WChappell@WebsterFD.com.Please bring your own lawn chairs.

www.facebook.com/WebsterTexas

October 7 & 8th

St. Andrews Craft Fair

9 am- 4pm

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October 8

Clear Lake United Methodist Fall Festival

10 am-2 pm Petting Zoo, Moonwalks, Facepainting, refreshments. Free to the public. Pumpkins only thing for sale Proceeds go to charity and missions. 16335 El Camino Real, Houston, TX 77062-5208

www.clearlakemethodist.org

Celebration Seabrook

City of Seabrook @ Rex Meador Park Sundance Head will be performing along with Mo Jiles and Electric Circus. Enjoy live art exhibits along with a variety of art vendors. Don’t forget about our massive Kid Zone featuring bounce houses, giants slides, a mechanical bull and more! Plus the food trucks along with beer and wine.It is the perfect fall festival...you won’t want to miss it!11 am- 7:30 pm www.fb.me/e/2Ph5aZFR8

Boo on the Boardwalk

Kemah Boardwalk

Come join us for a spooky good time!!! Listen to great music while enjoying the great restaurants and getting scared senseless at the Dungeon of Doom Haunted House!!! 6-10 pm www.fb.me/e/2ztL6SpPj

22nd Annual Fire Prevention Festival

Held at Strawberry Park Recreation Center

Meet the members of the Pasadena Fire Department & Pasadena Fire Marshal’s Office as they sponsor this year’s Fire Prevention Festival! Learn fire safety disciplines that can save your life and property!- Fire Science, - Moon Walks, Rock Wall, Face Painting, Petting Zoo, Popcorn, Music & MORE! 9 am www.fb.me/e/238CIIUMj

Kids Rodeo and Fall Festival

Lomax Rodeo Arena- Laporte Howdy y’all! The La Porte Kid’s Rodeo and Fall Festival is riding into Lomax Rodeo Arena on October 8! There will be some beloved rodeo favorites such as Mutton Bustin’ and Stick Horse Racing PLUS be sure to stick around for some live music, craft vendors, food trucks, kid zone and more! 11 am-10pm www.fb.me/e/1N9u3M7rA

Amazing Ariel Event

Houston Children’s Museum Sponsored by Phillips 66 Ariel returns to the Children’s Museum to enchant, entertain and pose for your camera! Don’t miss this unique event that is sure to warm your heart and bring out your inner princess or prince. ON-GOING ACTIVITIES: Mermaid Crowns, All Day, Junktion, Be the prince or princess of the sea as you decorate your own seashell crown!Amazing Ariel Storytime 10am-2pm, Kids Hall Alcove Join Ariel in Kid’s Hall Alcove for an interactive story time/meet and greet. 10 am- 2 pm www.fb.me/e/4MSYv1VHn

October 8 & 9

Pearland Arts and Crafts on the Pavilion

Pearland Town Center Event Pavilion Pearland Art & Crafts on the Pavilion returns for another year of unique finds created by local artists including abstract art, handcrafted jewelry, pottery and more! The FREE, juried art show is presented by the Pearland Convention & Visitors Bureau. Free Admission www.pearlandtowncenter.com/event/ blt490e21631dae8b73

October 9

Family Fire Safety

Helen Hall Library

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create some fun crafts! Designed for all ages. Library Theater.2-3 pm www.fb.me/e/1MbCwMYFB

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

Sunset Cinema-Hocus Pocus

Independence Park Pearland

Join us for a family-friendly event, Sunset Cinema, An evening of cinematic magic on the berm, at Independence Park, presented by Epic Plumbing. This Halloween warm up event will feature the classic Hocus Pocus 1 - PG , projected on our 30-foot inflatable movie screen with incredible movie-sound coming through our large speakers. Come early to grab a great spot and enjoy some time in your park, the kids will be off school Monday 10th for teacher training. Movie Starts at 7:45 pm www.parks.pearlandtx.gov/special-events/ sunset-cinema-fall-series

October 11-29

Halloween Monster Mayhem

Children’s Museum of Houston

This October, come partake in spine-tingling experiments, spirit-lifting interactive and slimefilled fun during Halloween Monster Mayhem. Creep your way through the Museum in search of goblins, goodies and goo! Grab your favorite costume and your best ghoul-friends to set out on a trick-or-treat quest every day.

Daily Trick-or-Treating

Get your sweet fix as you go on the hunt for treats Tuesday to Friday from 4 to 6 pm, Thursdays from 4 to 8 pm, and all day Saturday! 10am-6pm www.cmhouston.org/events/halloween

October 14

Food Truck Fridays

City of League City

Food Truck Fridays are back!! Join us at Lynn Gripon Park at Countryside starting at 6 p.m. Enjoy open corn hole play, fun games, great music and local food trucks! There will be a corn hole tournament with a first place prize from Whataburger!Signups start at 6 p.m. and the tournament will start at 7 p.m.

www.leaguecitytx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=1417 1&month=10&year=2022&day=14&calType=0

October 15

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

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

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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

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

Nature with Kristine

City of League City Parks and Recreation

9-11 am- Learn about these amazing mammals, then create one to take home with you! All materials provided. Held at Dr. Ned and Fay Dudney Nature Center.

www.leaguecitytx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=14177& month=10&year=2022&day=14&calType=0

2-4 pm Join us at 2 p.m. sharp for a walk along the trails. We’ll watch for birds and other wildlife, and talk about the plants and trees that we see along the way. Held at Heritage Park.

www.leaguecitytx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=14178& month=10&year=2022&day=14&calType=0

Punkin’ Parade - Children’s Costume Parade

League City Historical Society

Let’s usher in Fall with some free family fun!! Join us for a Children’s parade! Put those kiddos in their festive fall attire (or their Halloween costumes if they have them), decorate their bikes, scooters or wagons and let the fun begin. We’ll start at our One Room Schoolhouse Museum and end at Butler’s Courtyard. 10 am-1 pm www.fb.me/e/2cTE3YF7U

Harvest Festival

League City Parks and Recreation

League City Harvest Festival is an annual tradition in League City! Family and friends can enjoy a day of food, fun, and festivities! Local artisans will showcase their creative work and crafts for sale. Craft show, food trucks, free face painting, hayrides, kid’s craft and games. Held at League Park, 512 2nd Street Vendors open at 9 a.m. Activities will start at 10 a.m. Kid’s costume contest: 11 a.m. (signups begin at 10 a.m.) Pumpkin carving contest: Noon (limited to 25 participants/ signups begin at 11:30 a.m. 9 am-2 pm The event is free to the public. www.fb.me/e/2djEEzcwC

Deer Park United Methodist Church Fall Festival 10 am- 4 pm www.dpumc.org

Nassau Bay Fall Street Eatz Party Nassau Bay Town Square The City of Nassau Bay is excited to announce the return of Street Eatz. The event will include live music, food trucks, beer and wine and lots of family-friendly fun. Just remember, BYOC – bring your own chair!

6-10 pm

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Kids Fish Fest @ Bass ProShops Pealand Brazoria County Parks is proud to host the Kid’s FishFest Event at Bass Pro Shops Pearland. Free family event! Spend the day learning how to fish and try your luck in the stocked, on-site pond. Poles will be provided while supplies last or you can bring your own. Bass Pro Shops will donate bait and Texas Parks and Wildlife will present Angler Education. For more information, contact Mike at (979)864-1152 or email: mikem@brazoria-county.com 10 am- 2 pm www.fb.me/e/3Lv9M1SRj

2022 Chick-Fil-A Fall Family Festival Chick-Fil-A Fairmont Parkway

This is our first Fall Family Fun Fest following the pandemic! Join us for a morning of fun - hay rides, petting zoo, inflatables, mini pumpkin patch for kids, large vehicle explorations, face painting, balloon art, cookie decorating, crafting, games, & more!

9:30-11:30 am

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Parent’s Night Out

Code Ninjas League City

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! Ages 7 + 6:30-9:30pm $40 www.codeninjas.com/tx-league-city/parents-night-out

Kids Night Out

Legacy Gymnastics

A 4-hour fun-filled event with indoor gymnastics, games, crafts, bounce house with slide, and trampoline. Ages 3+ (Potty Trained) $25/child 6-10 pm www.legacy-gym.com/events

October 15 & 16th

Houston Fall Harvest Vendors Market

Pearland Town Center

Shop Local Vendors, Vendor Giveaways and More! Oct.- 15 10 am- 9 pm, Oct. 16- 11 am- 7 pm www.pearlandtowncenter.com/event/ blt1d49d19c32279ffb

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 18

Trunk or Treat

Baker Ripley Pasadena

Join us for our annual Trunk or Treat! We will have cookie decorating, candy, games, a costume contest and community partners who will provide resources for the whole family! 5pm-7pm www.fb.me/e/5MdMvGt12

October 20

Movies on the Lawn - Baybrook Mall Bring your blankets, grab your family and friends, and meet us at The Lawn! From fan favorites to newer releases, sit back, relax, and enjoy our awesome outdoor movie nights! 7-9 pm www.fb.me/e/2fcbqMluf

October 21-22

40th Annual Island Octoberfest Hosted by First Lutheran Church of Galveston First Lutheran is Texas’ oldest continual German church and is proud to bring Galveston’s premier fall event to the community free with music, food, children’s rides, arts and crafts, and games!

www.galvestonoktoberfest.com

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Fall Fest at Ashbury

Entry Fee: Please bring a non-perishable food item or two for our Blessing Box Ministry, if you are able! Come join Asbury from 3-6PM for a FUN FALL FESTIVAL with your family! There will be games, clowns, a candy shoot, pumpkin patch, food concessions available for purchase, and more! Costumes are encouraged but not required! Located at 5354 Space Center in Pasadena Asbury is a community church that is open to everyone! We hope you’ll join us for this exciting event! 3pm-6 pm www.fb.me/e/2OfuNgx5P

Fire Station Haunted House

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. Free 6 p.m. Fire Station No.4, 175 W. Bay Area Boulevard, League City, TX 77573 www.leaguecitytx.gov/3753/Fire-Station-HauntedHouse

Seabrook United Methodist Church Trunk or Treat

Bounce House, Candy Filled Trunks, KONA Ice, Pumpkin Patch and more! 6-8:30Pm www.seabrookumc.org

October 29th & 30th

Wings over Houston Airshow

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. Ellington Airport Gates open at 8 am www.wingsoverhouston.com

October 30

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

Day of the Dead Celebration

Kemah Boardwalk

Authentic Dia de los Muertos celebration mariachi bands, sugar skull crafts, and more! www.kemahboardwalk.com/events.asp#8

October 31

Trunk or Treat

Deer Park United Methodist Church www.dpumc.org

Trick or Treat Trail

Independence Park, 3449 Pearland Parkway

Calling all ghosts and goblins! Join us at the 18th Annual Trick or Treat Trail! Trick-or-Treaters of all ages are invited out to this FREE community-wide event. Local businesses and organizations will line the “trail” to pass out candy and other goodies. Trick or Treating and Food Trucks. 5:30-8 pm

www.parks.pearlandtx.gov/special-events/trick-oftreat-trail

Trick or Treat Trail

City of Alvin Parks and Recreation

Held at National Oak Park. Trick or treat in a fun safe environment with stations sponsored by local businesses. 6:30-8:30 pm

www.alvin-tx.gov/page/parks.recprograms

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

Halloween family Fun!

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!

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.

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.

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!

Moonlight Nature Walk

Everyone grab a flashlight and head out in search of creepy crawlies or hooting owls!

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. Fingers- Cut up baby carrots. Brain- head of cauliflower slightly steamed to soften. TeethCandy corn and unpopped popcorn kernels.

Host your own Backyard Carnival

Create simple games your kids will enjoy. Pinterest is full of fun, easy DIY options.

“Boo” your neighbors or friends

Create a bag or basket of goodies for two of your friends or neighbors. Make a copy of the Boo-gram below. Drop the gift on their porch, ring the doorbell or knock, and RUN!!!

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ongoing events

Sundays

Bay Area Farmer’s Market

11am- 3pm • Baybrook Mall www.bayareafarmersmarkettexas.com

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

Mondays

Pearland Library Baby Bounce

10:15-11:15 am www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/pea/pearland.asp

West Pearland Library

Toddler Time 10:15 & 11:15 am www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/pws/pearlandwest. asp

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

Pearland Library Toddler Story Time

10:15-11:15pm

Pearland Library Toddler Time 11:15-12:15pm

www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/pea/pearland.asp

Wednesdays

Craft Kits at Friendswood Library

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

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. 10 am www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/ang/angleton.asp

Pearland Westside Library Story Time

10:15 -11:15 am • Books, songs, fingerplays, crafts, and FUN!

www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/pws/pearlandwest.asp

West Pearland Library

Storytime 11:15 am

www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/pws/pearlandwest.asp

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Manvel Library Preschool Storytime

10:15-10:45 am www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/man/manvel.asp

Brazoria Library Preschool Story time

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

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 Movers and Shakers

Thursdays • 10:15-10:45 am

www.bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/man/manvel.asp

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

Saturdays

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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Sundays

Bay Area Farmer’s Market

11am- 3pm • Baybrook Mall www.bayareafarmersmarkettexas.com

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

Mondays

Toddler Time at Helen Hall Library 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

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

Helen Hall 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 Toddler Time StoryTime

10:15 & 11:15 am • Fun stories, songs, fingerplays, bubbles and an activity at the end of each session. We’ll meet for 20 minutes each week in the Children’s Activity Space. Free tickets will be given out as soon as we open at 10:00 am. www.hcpl.net/branch/clear-lake-city-countyfreeman-branch-library

Evelyn Meador Library Seabrook Twinkle Time Baby and Toddler Storytime 11-11:45

www.hcpl.net/branch/evelyn-meador-branchlibrary

Seabrook Library

Storytime 9:30 am Ages 3 and up but all welcome

Lego Club 4 pm Recommended for school age children

www.sealib.org/?page_id=2060

Bilingual Storytime at Pasadena Library 10:30 am

www.pasadenalibrary.org/upcomingevents?l=&ec%5B0%5D=35

Children’s Gardening

11 am-12 pm Hometown Heroes Park. We will plant flowers, herbs, and vegetables together!

www.leaguecitytx.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=12861 &month=6&year=2022&day=16&calType=0

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays

Friendswood Library

Toddler Time 10:10 Preschool Storytime 10:45 am www.friendswood.lib.tx.us/events

ongoing events

Tuesdays & Fridays

Preschool and Home School Open Gyms at Above the Bar

10-11:30 am • 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/

Wednesdays

Craft Kits at Friendswood Library

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

Freeman Library Baby Story Time

11:15-11:45 Baby Storytime Magic for age 0-18 months: Active Early Literacy Through Bounces, Rhymes, Tickles and More www.hcpl.net/branch/clear-lake-city-countyfreeman-branch-library

Dickinson Library Preschool Storytime 10 am www.dickinsonpubliclibrary.org/childrenprograms

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

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

Evelyn Meador Library Seabrook Super Stars Preschool Storytime 11-11:45 11-11:45 www.hcpl.net/branch/evelyn-meador-branch-library

Wednesdays & Fridays

EcoKids

9:30-11:30 am • At ABNC, children have 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

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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

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

Seabrook Library

9:30 am Mother Goose and More! Nursery Rhymes, singing, movement activities, and a simple craft or sensory experience. Ages Up to 36 months!

www.sealib.org/?page_id=2060

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 mos4 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

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

Saturdays

Nassau Bay Farmers Market

In front of Erma’s Nutrition • 10 am-2 pm www.facebook.com/NassauBayFarmersMarket

Friendswood Farmers Market

1st Satruday of the month 9 am- 1 pm www.friendswoodmarket.com

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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

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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