Events in Houston This Week

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Here's a quick snapshsot of the hottest social activities and cultural events taking place in the Houston area. On everyone's calendar for this month should be:
Cirque Imagination
MLK Day parade
Houston Marathon

For this week's list of things to do in Houston I've spotlighted an original play, free family fun and high flying entertainment.

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Cirque Imagination-Montage!

One of the most exciting events in Houston this week happens out at the Stafford Centre.

Some former Cirque du Soleil artists have joined together to delight audiences with their amazing acrobatic flair. Get detailed event information from the Stafford Centre website.

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CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		CONTACT INFORMATION
		www.spahouston.org 6:30 pm, Thursday, January 8, 2009 p.m. On Thursday evenings the Children’s Museum located near Midtown Houston gives the entire family a chance to meet local and touring artists and learn about other cultures and art forms. This week featured guest are DrumBREAK from the upcoming Houston event DrumLine Live

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That’s Love


This musical comedy spews energy, song, dance and inspiration! It's an original stage play that tugs at your emotions like a Bonnie & Clyde love story, except the backdrop for most of the action, is on the grounds of a church presumed abandoned for 80 years.

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Art/Theater

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Parks/Gardens

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Things to Do in Houston -November 08

The winter colors may be changing the face of the area's landscape, but city-life remains vibrant year-round in Midtown Houston.

So, before you get all wrapped up into the plans for your holiday decor and entertaining at home, here are a few the things to do in Houston, this week, to get your November off to a proper start.

This Weeks List of Things For Adults To Do?

Get out and VOTE!

Here is a link to find out where to vote in Midtown Houston or any of the surrounding areas. Every eligible voter has a chance to take part in a democracy, here is your chance to put'em back up or shut up your elected officials in Washington.


Domy Books- Come out for the books and you'll end-up coming back to for their eclectic series, food flicks, at the world's most under rated bookstore.

Aurora Picture Show- The home for vanguard films that fall outside of conventional moviemaking.

Things To Do With A Group

If you and your group of friends crave pure excitement, try these events.

Houston Rockets- This week the Rockets play host to the 2008-World Champion Boston Celtics.

Laff Stop- Every Monday is open mic night.

All of these adult-rated events are easy to get to from anywhere in Midtown Houston and inside loop 610.

Things To Do With The Kids

If you're tired of promising the kids a night out here are some events they're sure to enjoy.

Art in The Park- Hosted by top-rated artist on Thursday in downtown Houston at Discovery Green.

Children's Museum of Houston- The CMH honors the Mexican holiday, Dia de los Muertos as a celebration of life, November1- 5.

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By the way....

For those of us whose budgets are stressed, here are some free things you can do, this week in Houston.

Miller Outdoor Theater- KPFT-radio's concert series and more.

Discovery Green- Sunday's, Wednesday and Thursday you can head to the other park.

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Places to Visit Mother’s Day Weekend in Houston

Ensemble Theater




Headlining every mom’s wish list is a night on the town. A wonderful way to accomplish that is by concluding her eventful Mother’s Day, in the intimate setting of the George Hawkins main stage, for the evening performance of Midtown Houston's Ensemble Theater’s theatrical production of "Ashes to Africa".
[Where:3535 Main St Houston 77002]


Houston's Children's Museum





Create an exciting gift for your mother at the HCM. Couple this museum visit with a Metro train ride to Midtown Houston and she’ll have a day to remember.
Moms receive FREE admission to HCM on Mother’s Day when accompanied by a child.

Miller Outdoor Theater



The admission is free for the classical ballet adaptation of Madame Butterfly, it’s one show that every mom will love to see this weekend. The Mother’s Day performance is set to Puccini’s magnificent score and produced by the Houston Ballet.



The 21st Annual HOUSTON ART CAR PARADE





Why not treat that hip, chic mom of yours to an early Mothers Day surprise? Saturday take her to see this year’s Art Car parade featuring more than 250 amazing motorized creations.

You better get there early to get one of the shaded spots along the parade route that starts at Taft and Allen Parkway moves towards downtown, then on to Bagby and back down Allen Parkway ending at Shepherd.

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Things to do In and Around Midtown Houston

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The joy of experiencing new and exciting adventures will punctuate each day in May. Here are a few suggestions of fun events for those who are planning their list of things to do this week, to enjoy quality time with your family, a group or on a solo evening in Houston, Texas.

Cinco do Mayo events in downtown Houston, are a tradition in this city as it prepares for the entry of the summer months.

Midtown Houston residents can beat the hustle and bustle of the crowds of tourist by taking their family out for a long overdue Sunday day trip, to the museum or an intimate evening of star gazing?

These are just a few of the free events that are happening this week, during May in H-Town.

Houston is a city where every moment is a kodak moment, especially while attending the plethora of activities that will be happening, in Midtown Houston, downtown and the museum district.

Be sure to include a trip to Minute Maid Park, home for the Major League Baseball team, the Houston Astros, somewhere on your list of things to do this week.

Take a look at these listing for the details on the date and time for these fun activities.


Museum of Fine Arts, Houston




May 4 is a Target Free First Sunday at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
The MFAH, offers free admission all day, the first Sunday of each month, courtesy of Target.




Children's Museum of Houston





Cinco de Mayo Celebration
The Children’s Museum of Houston will celebrate Mexico’s victory at the Battle of Puebla during Cinco de Mayo Celebration.




Major League Baseball featuring the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park.



Houston Astros vs. Milwaukee Brewers
Houston Astros
May 2-May 4, 2008


Nights on Blue Bayou
May 9, 2008



Join the Buffalo Bayou Partnership for a night of stargazing, boat rides, storytelling and more along the Sabine Promenade. The Houston Museum of Natural Science’s Discovery Dome will be on hand as well as bayou boat rides for anyone over 4 years old.


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Things To Do Near Hermann Park With a Group

Children’s Museum of Houston

Every Thursday night families are discovering that one of the fun things to do in Houston is attending the Children’s Museum of Houston. It is where the kids in your group can engage in hands on learning experiences. It will turn on their curiosity and stimulate even the couch potato’s critical thinking skills.

Houston Children Museum has things for even the wee little ones to do. It’s called the Tot-Spot. It’s a fun place to bring children ages birth to 36 months. The exhibit has four distinct areas where they can crawl, cruise or walk through, if you can get them to leave the eye-catching bubble machine.

This is one place that needs a warning sign stating, “this museum has been known to inspire discovery and encourage inventiveness.”

Need more information? For more details contact Group Reservations Coordinator at (713) 535-8185 or reservations@cmhouston.org.

Miller Outdoor Theater




Here is something you can do on Spring Break and cover two place in one trip. Visit Miller Outdoor Theater and Herman Park. They are located near Midtown Houston and next door to the Texas Medical Center.


If you have rambunctious kids or adults in your group let them kick their shoes off in the park. This is a place the family can dress down and enjoy plays, concerts or Fourth of July fireworks.


A Trip to Herman Park can start early in the morning and last until show time at the outdoor theater, without a dull moment. There is lots of outdoor equipment to occupy every kid in your crowd. They can even cool off at the park’s splash pad.

Don’t forget to enjoy a leisure stroll through the Chinese Gardens or a ride on the miniature train that travels through the park. Glass containers are prohibited in all of Houston parks, including Miller Theater.

There’s always plenty of festival seating on the hill that surrounds the amphitheater style pavilion. If you contact the box office your family may be able to get reserved covered seats to one of the many popular events.

Miller audiences have enjoyed such outstanding performances as The King and I, Houston Ballet's Giselle, Theater Under the Stars (TUTS) Brooklyn: The Musical and Houston Ebony Opera Guild's Carmen.

You can bring your own lawn chairs, just remember they should be placed only on the left side (facing the stage) so that patrons on blankets can also see. A few things you should know, no audio or visual reproduction of any kins is allowed at Miller Outdoor Theater. Smoking is prohibited in the seated area under the canopy and in the restrooms.
Miller Theater is located close to Houston's Midtown, at 100 Concert Drive in Hermann Park, just south of the Museum of Natural Science and the Houston Garden Center.

Sam Houston Park

One of the city’s first parks was the 20 acre Sam Houston Park that’s conveniently located in downtown Houston. The park is part of an effort to preserve architectural examples of Houston’s past. They document the history of Houston’s diverse community for the education and enjoyment of present and future visitors to the city.

There are several 19th century structures you can visit. A log cabin is the oldest of the group of restored structures. It was built before the Texas revolution. There’s the oldest surviving brick home in Houston. Two homes showcasing classic architecture, one’s Greek revival and the other is a Victorian style home.
Within walking distance is the Heritage Society’s museum. The park and the museum are free of charge. You can contact the Heritage Society for it’s rates if your group would prefer a guided tour.

The park is located not far from Midtown Houston, near the corner of Bagby and Lamar Streets in Downtown. For more facts on hours and fees, call 713-655-1912 or e-mail emartin@heritagesociety.org.


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Midtown Weekend

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Where you there this weekend for the fantastic free museum event in Midtown Houston Museum District? You missed out on a once a year opportunity, to visit any or all of the museums of your choice and see some of the exhibits that Houstonians have access to because of the great staffs that have been assembled by the world class museums in the district.
The Museum of Natural Science seemed to be one of the favorites of most of the people that I talked with during Saturdays event. The Children's Museum was another favorite of kids of all ages.
The on again, off again rain didn't seem to bother the crowd as people traversed the area from one museum to another.
The Miller Outdoor Theatre hosted the Unity Day celebration this is a new comer to Houston and hopefully next year it will become bigger and better each year.
Despite religion, ethic background, or social status, Houstonians will gather to promote unity in humanity. We are not creating a day, but a tradition that will eliminate prejudice and crush social barriers.

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Learn how to save money on your daily commute to the Texas Medical Center at " The Price is Right" a transportation fair Wednesday, Aug. 29 the transportation fair is designed to help you find alternative methods of getting from home to work and back again. Waterside Court in the John P. McGovern Texas Medical Center Commons, 6550 Bertner Ave will be the sight of the fair from 11a.m. to 2 p.m.

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For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son that whosoever believes in him shall not perish, but have everlasting life. Jn 3:16

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