2015 holiday happenings by Interfaith of The Woodlands

Holiday Happenings 2015

4-33 Money Saving Coupons........... 28, 30 & 31 Crossword Puzzle Contest............................ 34 Holiday Calendar of Events....................

Special Thanks to our “Holiday Happening” Advertisers for their support during this Holiday Season. Please mention their ad in this publication when patronizing their business. We also offer sincere thanks to The Woodlands Mall for donating the prize for our Holiday Crossword Puzzle Contest.

DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO MAKE YOUR HOLIDAY A LITTLE MERRIER! ENTER OUR CROSSWORD PUZZLE CONTEST ON PAGE 34. $100 Gift Certificate to The Woodlands Mall Compliments of The Woodlands Mall (see ad on page 5) (see rules on page 34) Contest winner will be posted on our Facebook page December 7th. Go to our Facebook page & like us.

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Holiday Happenings 2015

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November.......... 6 – Dec. 24

Santa Claus Arrives at The Woodlands Mall Santa’s Village will be located in front of Macy’s on the lower level. thewoodlandsmall.com (See ad page 5)

November.......................... 6

“Texas Star” Singing Competition 7:00pm Semi-Finals at Papa’s Ice House in Spring (Finals November 20th at Papa’s Icehouse) donnawick1@gmail.com

November.......................... 8

Cars & Coffee For a Cause 8:00am – 11:00am Market Street marketstreet-thewoodlands.com (See ad page 2)

November........................ 10

Jon Hart Design Trunk Show 5:00pm – 8:00pm Tumbleweeds & Notions 8021 Research Forest Dr. 10% Off EVERYTHING Jon Hart plus FREE monogramming at the event.

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November.......................... 7

Arts in the park 2:00pm – 6:00pm Rob Fleming Park Enjoy a variety of entertainment from local theatre arts groups Free Admission thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

November................... 7 & 8

40th Annual Texas Renaissance Festival 21778 FM 1774 texrenfest.com

November........................ 11

Operation Military Embrace Conservatory at Alden Bridge Join us honor our brave soldiers and help collect donations for this holiday season. conservatoryseniorliving.com (See ad page 25)

November..................12 - 15

35th Annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market NRG Center One NRG Park, Houston, TX 77054 A holiday shopping wonderland Admission: $20 at door 713-535-3231

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November........... 7 - Dec. 20

34th Annual Home for the Holidays Old Town Spring Every weekend from Nov. 7 -Dec. 20 Local shops and businesses come alive with the Spirit of the Season. Strolling performers, festive exhibits, decorated winding paths and holiday gift ideas. oldtownspring.com

November..................12 - 15

Cinderella Thurs & Fri: 7:00pm Saturday: 2:00pm & 7:00pm Sunday: 2:00pm JCS Performing Arts Center The John Cooper School coopertickets.org (See ad page 9)

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November........................ 13

Kid’s Night Out! - Gobble Gobble Get Together The Woodlands Township Recreation Center Ages: 4 – 10; Fee: $30 resident, $35 non-resident, $5 sibling discount Games, activities, dinner & more! thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

November........................ 14

November................ 14 & 15

20th Annual Children’s Festival Presented by ExxonMobil Sat: 10:00am – 5:00pm Sun: Noon – 5:00pm The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Admission: $8 in advance; $10 at the gate An exciting way to help young children broaden their horizons, tap into their talents, ignite their creativity, and develop a love and appreciation for the performing arts. woodlandscenter.org

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Bark for Life of Montgomery County 9:00am – 11:00am Cattail Park in Cochran’s Crossing Fee: $20 for owner + dog A non-competitive walk event for dogs and their owners to raise funds & awareness for the American Cancer Society.

(See ad page 7)

Calendar of Events Don’t miss the money saving coupons on pages 26 & 27

Holiday Happenings 2015

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November........................ 14 November.14 – Jan. 10, 2016

14th Annual The Nutcracker Tea Party 12:00pm - 2:00pm (doors open at 11:30am) The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center Presented by Boni’s & The Woodlands Dance Company bonisdance.com (See ad page 6)

14th Festival of Lights a Moody Gardens in Galveston The Festival of Lights will continue to shine throughout the holiday season featuring: outdoor ice skating rink, animated light displays, ice sculptures and nightly live entertainment. moodygardens.com

November................ 14 & 15 November................ 14 & 15 The Woodlands Ice Rink –

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40th Annual Texas Renaissance Festival 21778 FM 1774 texrenfest.com (See ad page 8)

Special Preview Weekend The Woodlands Ice Rink & Donoho’s Jewellers Winter Wonderland Located at the Corner of Lake Robbins & Six Pines Dr. thewoodlandscvb.com (See ad page 18 & 19)

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November ....................... 16

Pet night with Santa 6:00pm – 8:00pm Every Monday night; Nov. 16 – Dec. 14 The Woodlands Mall in front of Macy’s lower level thewoodlandsmall.com (See ad page 5)

November ....................... 16

November..................19 - 21

Tiny Tim Runs the Marathon Thurs & Fri: 7:00pm Saturday: 3:00pm & 7:00pm Lone Star College-Montgomery Campus in the Mainstage Theatre lonestar.edu/montgomery-musicdepartment

November ................ 20 - 22

Junior League 13th Annual Holiday Market Fri & Sat: 9:00am – 6:00pm Sunday: 10:00am – 4:00pm The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center Tickets: $15 per person, per day jlholidaymarket.org or call 888-746-7455

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YMCA Sports Camps Begin 6:00pm – 7:30pm Shadowbend Location Grades: 2nd -6th Two-week mini-camps focusing on fundamental skill development of basketball or volleyball ymcahouston.org/smc-shadowbend

(See ad on page 3)

(See ad page 33)

November ....................... 17

PJ’s with Santa 6:00pm – 8:00pm Every Tuesday night; Nov. 17 – Dec. 15 The Woodlands Mall in front of Macy’s lower level thewoodlandsmall.com

November...........20 – Jan. 9

Zoo Lights 6:00pm – 10:00pm (Closed Dec. 24 & 25) Houston Zoo houstonzoo.org

November ................ 20 - 22

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Fusion Academy Open House 5:00pm – 7:00pm Fusion Academy The Woodlands fusionthewoodlands.com

Fair Trade Global Market Friday: 6:00pm – 9:30pm Saturday: 10:00am – 5:00pm Sunday: 9:00am – 2:00pm Lord of Life Lutheran Church 3801 S Panther Creek Dr. lordoflifeonline.org

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November........................ 19

November................21 & 22

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November ....................... 18

“Luxury in Lights” – Lighting of the Tree 6:00pm – 8:00pm Market Street’s Central Park The musical tree will perform nightly throughout the holiday season. marketstreet-thewoodlands.com

40th Annual Texas Renaissance Festival 21778 FM 1774 texrenfest.com (See ad page 8)

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November................21 & 22 November........................ 22

29th Annual Performance of “The Nutcracker” 2:00pm & 6:00pm College Park High School Auditorium Presented by Boni’s Dance & Performing Arts Studio bonisdance.com (See ad page 6)

Holiday Half Marathon & 5K Moody Gardens in Galveston A weekend full of fun for the whole family. halfmarathonmoodygardens.com

November 2 . 1 – Jan. 18, 2016

The Woodlands Ice Rink

November........................ 21 Open Daily

33rd Annual Lighting of the Doves & 9th Annual iWOW Festival 3:00pm - 9:00pm Town Green Park along The Woodlands Waterway. Featuring live music, international foods and entertainment, vendor booths, children’s activities, snow play areas, Santa’s arrival, fireworks and more! thewoodlandscvb.com

Corner of Lake Robbins & Six Pines Dr. thewoodlandscvb.com

Calendar of Events (See ad page 18 & 19)

(See ad page 18 & 19)

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Holiday Happenings 2015

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November................. 23 - 25 November ....................... 26

Sunny Dayz Thanksgiving Week Drop-In Camps 7:30am – 5:30pm The Woodlands Township Recreation Center Ages: 5 – 12; register early; Fee: $50 per child per day, $15 per day sibling discount thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

The Shepperd’s House Carolers 2:00pm – 6:00pm Market Street marketstreet-thewoodlands.com (See ad page 2)

November ....................... 26

26th Annual GE Run Thru the Woods 7:00am First event begins The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion November................. 23 - 25 The GE Run Thru the Woods is an annual event designed for all ages and YMCA Holiday Camp fitness levels. Directed by YMCA. 7:00am – 6:30pm runthruthewoods.org Creekside Location (See ad page 33) th Ages: K – 6 Grade ymcahouston.org/smc-creekside (See ad page 33)

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Holiday Happenings 2015

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November .......................................27

Black Friday at The Woodlands Mall The Mall opens at 6:00am thewoodlandsmall.com (See ad page 5)

November.................................27 - 29

40th Annual Texas Renaissance Festival 21778 FM 1774 texrenfest.com (See ad page 8)

November............................... 27 & 28

Holiday Gift Market Moody Gardens in Galveston Shop till you drop on Thanksgiving Weekend at the Moody Gardens Convention Center. Featuring more than 100 of the region’s most unique gift vendors. moodygardens.com

November.................................27 - 29

November........................................28

November...............................28 & 29

November........................................28

“The Nutcracker” Woodlands Ballet Ensemble Performing at The Woodlands College Park High School Theater Fri: 7:00pm; Sat: 2:00pm & 7:00pm; Sun: 2:00pm 281-367-7185

A Christmas Carol 2:30pm Nancy Bock Center for Performing Arts 3800 S Panther Creek Dr. Presented by Class Act Productions classactproductions.org

Shop Small & Christmas Open House 10:00am – 3:00pm Tumbleweeds & Notions 8021 Research Forest Dr. Come enjoy some sweets & hot chocolate, see what’s new for Christmas, and support “Small Business Saturday” by shopping local.

YMCA Zumba for Angel Tree 10:45am Branch Crossing Location Admission: toy donation; community is invited ymcahouston.org/smc-creekside (See ad page 33)

(See ad page 11)

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November........................ 29

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 5:30pm I-45 & Robinson Rd, Oak Ridge North Start the holiday season with this spectacular lighting of the 35-foot Christmas tree. oakridgenorth.com

December.......................... 1

December.......................... 3

Nutcracker Market Holiday Shopping Conservatory at Alden Bridge 10:00am – 2:00pm Shop for the holidays among an array of artisan vendors, live music, holiday food and more! conservatoryseniorliving.com (See ad page 25)

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Shenandoah 18th Annual Lighting of the Angels 6:00pm – 8:00pm Public Works Building (next to city hall) Welcome the holiday season to Shenandoah as a beautiful display of lighted angels are exhibited throughout the city. Enjoy decorations, entertainment and refreshments. December.......................... 3

“Holly Jolly Jingle” 7:30pm The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Frolic in the Winter Wonderland, complete with snow and performances of holiday classics. Admission: FREE woodlandscenter.org

December.......................... 4

11th Annual Signatures Author Series Luncheon 10:00am – Registration 10:30am – VIP Reception 12:00pm – Luncheon The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Center Keynote speaker: Gillian Flynn, author of “Gone Girl” johncooper.org/specialevents (See ad page 9)

December.......................... 4

Holiday Benefit Concert 7:30pm Lone Star College-Montgomery Campus in the Mainstage Theatre Tickets: $5 students/employee; $7 seniors 55+; $10 general admission lonestar.edu/montgomery-musicdepartment

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December.......................... 3

Mayor Council Holiday Reception 6:00pm – 8:00pm Oak Ridge North City Hall Join the Mayor & City Council as they host a reception for all city residents and businesses. oakridgenorth.com

December....................4 & 5

11th Annual St. Nick’s Market 10:00am - 4:00pm St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School 7901 Bay Branch Dr. Plan to start your Christmas shopping early this year and come see what’s new! staopcs.org/stnick (See ad page 10)

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December...................................4 - 20

“Christmas Belles” Fridays & Saturdays: 8:00pm Sundays: 2:00pm Crighton Theatre - Presented by Stage Right Tickets: $15 youth, $18 seniors, $20 adults 234 N. Main St. Conroe, TX 77301 stage-right.org or call 936-441-SHOW(7469) (See ad page 8)

December...................................4 - 20

“Meet Me in St. Louis” Fridays & Saturdays – 8:00pm Sundays – 2:00pm Owen Theatre 225 Metcalf St – Conroe owentheatre.com or call 936-539-4090 (See ad page 11)