May 2017

THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE OF THE WOODLANDS TOWNSHIP

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THE WOODLANDS TOWNSHIP

2801 Technology Forest Boulevard, The Woodlands, Texas 77381

Main Line

All Offices and Departments 281-210-3800

Fire Department (non-emergency) 281-367-3444

Parks, Recreation and Environmental Services 8203 Millennium Forest Drive, The Woodlands, Texas 77381 281-210-3800

Recreation Center at Bear Branch 5310 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, Texas 77381 281-210-3950

OTHER SERVICE PROVIDERS

Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office

281-297-6500, Business, M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 936-442-7797, Non-Emergency, 24 hours

Harris County Sheriff’s Office 713-221-6000

Montgomery County Constable, Precinct 3 281-364-4211

Harris County Constable, Precinct 4 281-376-3472

Water Providers

The Woodlands Joint Powers Agency (Montgomery County MUDs) 855-H20-SAVE (855-426-7283)

Harris – Montgomery Counties MUD No. 386, 281-290-6500

Emergency 911

For emergency information specific to The Woodlands, listen to K-Star Country, KVST-FM, the official emergency broadcast partner of The Woodlands Township.

message from the woodlands township board of directors

Celebrating Life in The Woodlands Township

Thismonth, there is much to celebrate in The Woodlands Township. We begin with the CB&I TRI, followed by numerous outdoor activities celebrating Bike Month. The Township’s pools open for pre-season weekend use, and the month ends with our Memorial Day event in Town Green Park.

If you are looking for more ways to enjoy life in The Woodlands, please browse The Woodlands Township Parks and Recreation Action Guide, featured as a special section in this issue. Camps for the kids, dancing, foreign language, tennis, swimming, soccer, science—it’s all there for all ages. Register soon before classes fill up.

In addition, the second week of May is Travel and Tourism Week, and our Convention and Visitors Bureau is planning some special activities to draw more visitors to The Woodlands.

Also this month, congratulations to The Woodlands Community Magazine, our award-winning magazine that has been in continuous publication for 20 years as of this issue. We are proud to be able to bring you news and events direct from the Township to your mailbox—at no charge. Please see more information about the history and operations of the magazine on page 12.

Beyond communications through the magazine, The Woodlands Township communicates in numerous ways—in person, at board meetings, through live video stream of meetings, through a number of social media platforms, local media and through our website. For all the latest information in the format you like best, please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/stayinformed. The page will tell you about all the different choices and provide sign-up links. This is especially important as we head into summertime and hurricane season, so please sign up and stay informed.

Enjoy the month of May, and celebrate all there is in The Woodlands!

Gordy Bunch Chairman Position No. 1

Brian Boniface Director Position No. 2

John McMullan Vice Chairman Position No. 5

John Anthony Brown Director Position No. 3

Laura Fillault Secretary Position No. 6

Bruce Rieser Director Position No. 4

Ann Snyder Treasurer Position No. 7

Don Norrell President and General Manager

The Woodlands COMMUNITY MAGAZINE

The

Official Magazine of The Woodlands Township

The Woodlands Community Magazine is a monthly publication of The Woodlands Township, in partnership with Champions Printing & Publishing, Inc. It is printed and distributed free of charge to residents of The Woodlands. The printing and distribution of The Woodlands Community Magazine are supported entirely by advertising revenue. Please patronize the advertisers whenever possible, and tell them you saw their ad in this magazine and appreciate their support.

CHAMPIONS STAFF

President, Publisher James E. Callahan, Jr.

Account Executives

Creative Director

Connie Krell

Charlotte Blanco

Cheryl Kirsch

Lori Short

Graphic Designers Jami Davis

Charlene Strine

TOWNSHIP STAFF

Director of Community Relations Nick Wolda

Editor Mary Connell

Copy Editors

Perry Frank

Jasmine Raziuddin

Editorial Assistant Amber George

Social Media

Ashley Gravois

Advertising inquiries, rate requests and change of address/delivery inquiries may be directed to:

6608 FM 1960 W., Suite G Houston, Texas 77069 281-583-7661

www.championsprinting.com

Editorial inquiries may be directed to The Woodlands Community Magazine, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd., The Woodlands, TX, 77381, telephone 281-210-3800. Editorial deadlines are the 15th of every month, approximately six weeks in advance of publication. The editors reserve all rights to accept or reject any submissions and reserve all rights to edit for clarity and space. The Woodlands Community Magazine is the official information source of The Woodlands Township. Its purpose is to inform Woodlands residents about the activities of the Township and the services provided to them as Woodlands residents. Information from the Township takes precedence over information submitted by any other source.

The Woodlands Community Magazine has earned three Communicator Awards of Distinction, the Bronze Quill Award of Merit from the Houston Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators, a Merit Award from The Service Industry Advertising Awards and a Gold MarCom Award.

Great Summer Fun

starts with a Season Pool Pass!

By Karl Shaw

Summers in Texas are some of the hottest in the nation! With recordbreaking temperatures and added humidity, it can sometimes be difficult to enjoy being outside. But it’s always cool at the pool! Bring the whole family and slide down the family slide at Cranebrook; hop across the lily pads at Wendtwoods; wrestle the floating alligator at Harper’s Landing; take a swim lesson at Alden Bridge; or practice your cannonballs off the diving board at Falconwing. There are so many great amenities to choose from at each of these unique facilities!

Daily admission is good for your visitors and guests, and punch cards are good for small groups and parties. But if you love the pools as much as we do, and are looking to save some money, the best option is to purchase a season pass! Season passes offer unlimited entries to 13 pools, including the ever-popular Rob Fleming Aquatic Center.

Think about this: An adult resident of The Woodlands need only visit a neighborhood pool seven times this season to make a season pass worth the investment… Or visit the Rob Fleming Aquatic Center just four times! For an infant resident of The Woodlands, a season pass is the same price as ONE daily admission!

Season passes are available for purchase or renewal now! Get your season passes early and avoid waiting in line at the pools this summer. Purchasing or renewing your pool pass can be done in one of three ways:

1) Call us at 281-210-3950, during business hours listed below.

2) Visit us at The Woodlands Recreation Center at the address listed below.

3) Go to www.thewoodlandstownship-tx. gov/pools and follow the instructions.

Then, beginning when the pools open for the season, you can fill out a purchase or renewal form at the pool itself.

For new season passes, pictures should be taken at The Woodlands Recreation Center, located at 5310 Research Forest Drive, within one week of purchasing a new pass by phone, online or at the pool. Pool staff is trained to politely, but firmly, deny entry to those that have exceeded that time limit. Pools are also equipped with cameras, and staff will be able to help take pictures as well when doing so does not cause others to wait to enter the facility. The Recreation Center is open Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

2017

for a great, cool

Magnets are also available for quick reference on pool schedules for the 2017 season. Ask for one when you purchase or renew your pool pass.

Each village in The Woodlands features one pool that is open for preseason weekends beginning Saturday, May 6, 2017, and all pools open for the regular season beginning Friday, June 2, 2017. For information about fees, pool amenities and schedules, please see the pool schedule listing on page 7 of this issue, pick up a 2017 Splash Guide, or visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/pools.

Resident Season Pass

0 - 2 years ...........................................$6

3 - 64 years $40

Senior Ages 65 and up. ....................$15

Additional family pass* $15

*In addition to purchase of four full price passes, immediate family only.

Non-Resident

Season Pass

0 - 2 years $30

3 years and up $120

No additional family discount or senior discount for non-residents. All season passes are non-refundable and nontransferable.

The

Splash Guide has all the pool information to make

summer!

By Karl Shaw

The Township has always prioritized safety, cleanliness and a fun, family-oriented atmosphere at its swimming pools, and we know our residents also have friends and family that they visit all over the country, and the world. So, what can you do to protect your family when you’re at a pool?

First, come prepared. Anything you can do to be ready in case of an emergency will help your family.

– Have you had a basic water safety discussion with your little ones?

– Do you know your child(ren)’s level of ability and comfort in the water? If you don’t, who does?

– Is someone in your family CPR trained?

– Do you know the address of the nearest medical facility or where to find it quickly?

– Read the rules with your children.

– When it comes to safety, only trust U.S. Coast Guard Approved floatation devices.

Second, know the danger spots of the pool.

– Find all the exits and entrances. Children love an open gate.

– Walk around the pool yourself and know the water depths.

– Never swim in a pool if you can’t see the bottom.

Next, know the signs of a safer environment:

– Lifeguards! In Texas, wherever there is one lifeguard, there legally has to be at least two.

– Safety equipment

– Clean bathrooms

– Good lighting

Lastly, the best and MOST IMPORTANT thing you can do at any pool is actively watch your children. Stay within an arm’s reach of nonswimmers and keep swimming children in your field of vision at all times. As a parent, only you know their facial expressions and body language when they are feeling timid, worried, scared, overconfident or tired. Only you know how well they can really swim, and that they’re having fun!

2017 POOL SCHEDULE STAY SAFE AT ANY PUBLIC POOL

For information on The Woodlands Township pools, please call 281-210-3900, or go to www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/pools

HOLIDAYS

Memorial Day, May 29, 2017 ....................................... noon to 6 p.m.

Independence Day, July 4, 2017 SPLASH DAY! . 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Labor Day, September 5, 2017 .................................... noon to 6 p.m.

Only the post-season pools will reopen for Labor Day.

PRESEASON (WEEKENDS)

May 6 to May 29, 2017

Saturday noon to 6 p.m.

Sunday ............................................................................... 1 to 6 p.m.

Cranebrook, Creekwood, Forestgate, Harper’s Landing, Rob Fleming Aquatic Center, Sawmill, Shadowbend, Wendtwoods and Windvale

PRESEASON (WEEKDAYS)

May 15 to June 1, 2017

Mon., Tue., Thur. and Fri. noon to 6 p.m.

Wednesday Closed Falconwing

REGULAR SEASON

June 2 to August 15, 2017

Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sunday 1 to 6 p.m.

Alden Bridge, Cranebrook, Falconwing, Harper’s Landing, Shadowbend, Ridgewood, Rob Fleming Aquatic Center, Sawmill, Wendtwoods and Windvale

Monday to Saturday noon to 6 p.m.

Sunday 1 to 6 p.m.

Creekwood, Forestgate and Lakeside

CLOSED DAYS

During the regular season, each pool is closed for one day per week for safety training, cleaning service and scheduled maintenance.

Mondays: Alden Bridge, Forestgate and Rob Fleming Aquatic Center

Tuesdays: Ridgewood, Sawmill and Windvale (Open Tues. July 4, 2017; closed Wed., July 5, 2017)

Wednesdays: Falconwing and Wendtwoods

Thursdays: Cranebrook, Creekwood and Harper’s Landing

Fridays: Lakeside and Shadowbend

POSTSEASON (WEEKDAYS)

August 17 to September 1, 2017

Mon, Tues, Thurs., Fri.: .................................................... 1 to 6 p.m.

Wednesdays ............................................................................. Closed Falconwing

POSTSEASON (WEEKENDS)

August 19 to September 10, 2017

Saturday .......................................................................... noon to 6 p.m.

Sunday ...................................................................................1 to 6 p.m.

Cranebrook, Falconwing, Harper’s Landing, Lakeside, Ridgewood, Rob Fleming Aquatic Center, Sawmill, Shadowbend and Wendtwoods

Across North America, National Bike Month is celebrated in May.

by Randall Cade and Fernanda Suarez

For the fourth consecutive year, The Woodlands Township in partnership with Bike The Woodlands Coalition will celebrate Bike Month. Bike The Woodlands 2017 celebration has more than 30 individual activities and events. Most events have a limit on the number of participants to ensure an enjoyable and safe time. An RSVP is encouraged to reserve a place for the events. Go to www.bikethewoodlands.org. Helmets are mandatory. The general categories are:

• Adult rides – a variety of rides for individuals over 16 years of age

• Mountain bike rides and clinic – rides in the George Mitchell Nature Preserve, and a skills clinic on May 13, 2017

• Ladies rides – rides for women only

• Kids’ events – a bike rodeo, and short rides for kids from ages 5 to 14 years

• Workshops – bicycle maintenance and cycling nutrition workshops

• Bike Swap Meet – opportunity to buy, sell and barter for parts and bicycles, May 13, 2017

• Bike to Work Day – morning of May 19, 2017, to encourage cycling to work

• Bike The Woodlands Day – morning of May 20, 2017, in Hughes Landing, with refreshments, exhibitors and fun activities

The highlight of May’s bike events will be Bike The Woodlands Day, Saturday, May 20, 2017. The center of activities will be at Restaurant Row in Hughes Landing from 8 a.m. to noon and will feature a variety of exhibitors including bike shops, bicycle clubs and other supporters of Bike Month. The event will also offer hourly bike maintenance demonstrations covering basic bike maintenance and flat tire repair. Bike safety information, an important topic for all cyclists whether experienced or beginner, will be available. A number of other activities will be taking place to celebrate Bike The Woodlands Day, including a relaxed ride around The Woodlands, a women’s mountain bike ride, a bike-kayak-bike event and a kids’ f un ride. Please email

bikemonth2017@bikethewoodlands.org for information.

With support from The Woodlands Township, Bike The Woodlands 2017 is coordinated by a small committee of dedicated individuals from Bike the Woodlands Coalition. But, it is the large base of support from the community that really makes this month-long celebration possible. The Woodlands Township, local businesses, organizations, and individuals all have contributed to making this Bike Month the best ever! Please visit bikethewoodlands.org and bikethewoodlands on Facebook for details. Event details and times are subject to change. Follow the Bike the Woodlands Coalition on Twitter @ bikewoodlands and on Instagram @ bikethewoodlands.

Interested in sponsorships? Sponsorship is 100 percent tax deductible and available in three affordable levels. The Sponsorship Package is available for download at www.woodlandscycling.org.

Bicyclists throughout The Woodlands join in the Bike to Work Day festivities at the Black Walnut restaurant and Whole Foods Market from 6:30 to 9 a.m., Friday, May 19, 2017.

Memorial Day Weekend IN THE WOODLANDS

Start your summer off right with Memorial Day Weekend in The Woodlands Sunday, May 28, 2017, from 4 to 9 p.m. at Town Green Park located at 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77380. The event pays tribute to all military service men and women who lost their lives while serving the United States, and also honors all veterans who serve as a symbol for those who paid the ultimate sacrifice of life to protect our freedom. Festivities also include live music, children’s activities, strolling entertainers and more! The event will conclude with a dazzling fireworks display choreographed to a patriotic soundtrack, weather permitting. Concessions will be available for purchase. Vendor opportunities are available. Memorial Day Weekend in The Woodlands is produced by The Woodlands Township Parks and Recreation Department. Please visit www.thewoodlandstownshiptx.gov/memorialday for information.

Solid Waste Services NOT Impacted by Holiday

By Lucinda Valdes

With picnics, barbecues and shared memories, the Memorial Day holiday is a prime time for family and friends. Although a three-day weekend for many, Waste Management crews will provide solid waste services as usual over the Memorial Day holiday and the week following Monday, May 29, 2017.

There will be no interruption or delay of services. All residents will receive curbside pickup of trash, recycling and yard trimmings on their regularly scheduled service day. If you have house guests, please keep streets clear of parked cars on trash days to prevent blocked streets and missed pick-ups.

If your gathering generates more trash than the 96-gallon cart can hold, extra service tags are available for purchase for $1.75 at Township offices, Kroger and Randalls. One pink service tag should be affixed to each plastic bag of household trash that will NOT fit into the trash cart.

Find more information about trash and recycling services on the Township website at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ holidaytrash. To report missed pickups, please call Waste Management Customer Service at 800-800-5804. For unresolved service issues, please contact The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department at 281-210-3800.

The Woodlands Community Magazine

Celebrating 20 Years of Continuous Publication

If you were living in The Woodlands 20 years ago, you may remember May 1997 as the month that the quarterly, four-to-eight-page The Woodlands Community Newslette r, funded through assessment dollars, officially became a monthly magazine, supported by advertising. It came about as a partnership between the homeowner association boards (then the governing agencies for The Woodlands) and Champions Printing & Publishing, Inc., who presented a plan

for the magazine in response to a call to reduce costs and improve the publication. Other printers and publishers also presented plans, but none guaranteed the $0 cost to print and mail the magazine to The Woodlands’ continually growing population.

Since 1997, the magazine has grown from 18,000 circulation to over 46,000, changed from two-color to full color, has won three Communicator Awards, one Bronze Quill Award and one Gold MarComm Award, and has consistently scored high readership rankings in the biennial Township resident surveys. In the 2016 survey, the magazine was ranked first by residents as a source to learn about Township news and events, above all other local news sources.

As the official magazine of The Woodlands Township, the magazine’s content is focused on services and

Thanking You for 20 Years of Support

Asthe official publisher of The Woodlands Community Magazine, everyone at Champions Printing & Publishing, Inc. would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the residents of The Woodlands for their continued support of the community magazine, and for ranking it as the number one source of Township news and events. For over 30 years we have been providing communities in northwest Houston with quality publications and printing. For the last 20 years, we have taken pride in working with the associations of The Woodlands that have made this magazine possible. Widely used as the most important communication tool between homeowners and their associations, our publications include content that is sought out and well read, while offering a means for advertisers to market to new customers. Our 32 publications are delivered every

month to over 80,000 of northwest Houston’s most affluent homes.

Our philosophy is simple: a well read magazine works well, for both readers and advertisers.

“Uniquely created for each neighborhood and developed in conjunction with resident editors, our publications offer a long shelf life, presenting opportunities for numerous readings per month, per home, and per person.”

By combining informative news, a monthly calendar of events, and important contact information for our readers in an advertising vehicle that lasts throughout the month, we partner with our advertisers to raise their exposure, increase their revenue, and help achieve

programs of the Township, and its partners, as provided to residents through their tax dollars. The magazine itself is still produced, as it has been for 20 years, at zero charge to the Township or to residents. Township staff prepares the articles and photographs. Volunteer residents contribute photographs from time to time, and village correspondents share articles and photographs to provide news of interest to each respective village. Champions staff coordinates the advertising as well as layout and design, printing and mailing. In addition to being direct-mailed each month, the magazine is available online at www.

thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/magazine

Thanks to all the people who read our magazine each month and count on it to bring them news of the Township. We are thrilled to be the official magazine of the Township for 20 years. Cheers to the next!

– Mary Connell, Editor

their sales goals. We will continue to provide quality, timely content that pertains directly to The Woodlands, and local advertising opportunities to support the community.

We would like to thank everyone for this incredible 20-year run as the official magazine of The Woodlands Township.

– Jim Callahan, Publisher

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• Outstanding Client Care

• Quality Printing

• Graphic Design

The Woodlands Triathlon

Saturday, May 6, 2017 at Northshore Park

The14th annual CB&I TRI - The Woodlands Triathlon will take place Saturday, May 6, 2017, at Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, beginning at 7 a.m. As one of the premier multi-sport events in the region, the CB&I TRI is produced by The Woodlands Township Parks and Recreation Department and offers high-caliber competition, first-rate race management and scenic courses. This triathlon is composed of a 500-meter swim in Lake Woodlands, a 12.25-mile bike course throughout The Woodlands, and a 5K run along The Woodlands Waterway. The USA Triathlon (USAT) sanctioned CB&I TRI attracts elite triathletes and beginners alike from across the state and nation. This year, the race will serve as the 2017 Texas State Triathlon Championship.

If sold out, packet resale will take place Friday, May 5, 2017, from 8 to 9 p.m. at Northshore Park if an athlete not signed up for the event wishes to

by Michael Corbett

participate in this year’s race. Unclaimed packets will be available on a firstcome, first-served basis. You don’t need to be a triathlete to be a part of this community event! Come on out to cheer on participants and enjoy yourself at the festive post-race party.

Impacted lanes throughout the course will be closed to automobile traffic from 6 to 10:30 a.m., including Lake Woodlands Drive, Grogan’s Mill Drive, Woodlands Parkway, Carlton Woods Drive and Sterling Ridge Drive. For traffic inquiries or assistance with alternate routes, residents and businesses may contact the dedicated Traffic Hotline at 281-210-2099, or email races@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov. All lanes will be cleared and opened no later than 10:30 a.m. on Race Day. For detailed route maps and more information on lane closures, please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ thewoodlandstriathlon.

A 500-meter swim, 12.25-mile bike race and 5K run make the CB&I TRI – The Woodlands Triathlon one of the premier multi-sport events in the area.

Recognizing the Importance of Tourism

“People know The Woodlands as a great place to live and work. Now, they’re discovering The Woodlands as a great place to visit and hold conventions, corporate meetings and more. With 14 hotels (2,250 rooms each night of the year) and millions of square feet of shopping, dining and entertainment, The Woodlands has become a regional destination for conventions, corporate meetings and travel.”

– Bruce Rieser, Chairman of The Woodlands Convention and Visitors Bureau

Tourism in The Woodlands

Total Employment 3,940 jobs Visitor Spending $300,000,000+

State and Local Tax Revenue $27 , 800,000

We will celebrate the importance of Travel and Tourism during National Travel and Tourism Week in The Woodlands, May 7-13, 2017.

Learn more about what travel does for our community by visiting www.visitthewoodlands.com/why-tourism-matters.

The

May 2017

Monday, May 1

Paddles and Paws

Riva Row Boat House 2101 Riva Row

2 p.m. to close

$15 solo, $20 tandem kayak 281-210-3950

Tuesday, May 2

Creekside Park Village Association Meeting Lone Star College

Creekside Park Center 8747 West New Harmony Trail

7 p.m. 281-210-3889

Wednesday, May 3

Development Standards Committee Meeting*

Thursday, May 4

Residential Design Review Committee Meetings*

Sterling Ridge Village Association Meeting 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. 7 p.m.

281-210-5808

Friday, May 5

Gorilla Hole Recreation Center 5310 Research Forest Drive

7 p.m.

Geared to fifth- and sixth-graders. There is a $7 admittance fee. 281-210-3950

Saturday, May 6

The Woodlands Farmer’s Market at Grogan’s Mill Grogan’s Mill Village Shopping Center

8 a.m. to noon

www.grogansmillvillage.com

Community pools open for pre-season Select pools open weekends only. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx. gov/pools.

CB&I TRI – The Woodlands

Northshore Park

2505 Lake Woodlands Drive 7 to 11:30 a.m.

See page 14.

Waterway Nights

Waterway Square

31 Waterway Square Pl. 6 to 8 p.m. 281-210-3800

Sunday, May 7

Concert in the Park Nightbird (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) Northshore Park 2505 Lake Woodlands Dr. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. 281-210-3950

Monday, May 8

Paddles and Paws

Riva Row Boat House 2101 Riva Row 2 p.m. to close $15 solo, $20 tandem kayak 281-210-3950

Tuesday, May 9

Alden Bridge Village Association Meeting 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. 7 p.m. 281-210-3886

Indian Springs Village Association Meeting 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. 7 p.m. 281-210-5808

Thursday, May 11

Residential Design Review Committee Meetings*

Panther Creek Village Association Meeting 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. 7 p.m. 281-210-3886

Friday, May 12

Ladies’ Doubles Tennis Tournament Various Tennis Courts $25 Resident, $30 Non-Resident 281-210-3950

Photo submitted by John Hibbs, frequent contributor to The Woodlands Community Magazine

Kids’ Night Out

Recreation Center

5310 Research Forest Drive

6 to 10 p.m.

$20 per child, sibling discount

Saturday, May 13

The Woodlands Farmer’s Market at Grogan’s Mill

Grogan’s Mill Village Shopping Center

8 a.m. to noon

www.grogansmillvillage.com

Smarter About Water Seminar

The Woodlands Emergency Training Center

16135 IH-45 South

8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

See page 15 for more information.

11 and Over Tennis Tournament

Bear Branch Park

5200 Research Forest Drive

Noon to 5 p.m.

281-210-3950

Waterway Nights

Waterway Square

31 Waterway Square Pl.

6 to 8 p.m.

281-210-3800

Sunday, May 14

Mother’s Day

Concert in the Park

Fab 5 (’60s Tribute Show)

Northshore Park

2505 Lake Woodlands Dr.

5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

281-210-3950

6th Annual Sand Castle Building Contest

Northshore Park

2505 Lake Woodlands Dr.

5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

281-210-3950

Monday, May 15

Paddles and Paws

Riva Row Boat House

2101 Riva Row

2 p.m. to close

$15 solo, $20 tandem kayak

281-210-3950

Grogan’s Mill Village Association Meeting

2801 Technology Forest Blvd.

6:30 p.m.

281-210-3887

College Park Village Association Meeting

2801 Technology Forest Blvd.

7 p.m.

281-210-3889

Wednesday, May 17

Development Standards Committee Meeting*

Thursday, May 18

The Woodlands Township Board of Directors Planning Session

2801 Technology Forest Blvd.

4 p.m.

281-210-3800

The Woodlands Township Board of Directors Meeting

2801 Technology Forest Blvd.

6 p.m.

281-210-3800

Friday, May 19

Bike to Work Day

6:30 to 9 a.m.

www.bikethewoodlands.org

Gorilla Hole

Rob Fleming Aquatic Center

6535 Creekside Forest Drive

7 p.m.

Geared to fifth- and sixth-graders. There is a $7 admittance fee.

281-210-3950

Saturday, May 20

Bike The Woodlands Day

8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

www.bikethewoodlands.org

The Woodlands Farmer’s Market at Grogan’s Mill

Grogan’s Mill Village Shopping Center

8 a.m. to noon

www.grogansmillvillage.com

10 and Under Tennis Tournament

Bear Branch Park

5200 Research Forest Drive

9 a.m. to Noon

281-210-3950

Waterway Nights

Waterway Square

31 Waterway Square Pl.

6 to 8 p.m.

281-210-3800

College Park Village Association Poolooza

Good Neighbor Day

Harper’s Landing Pool

2 Blair Bridge Drive

1 to 4 p.m.

281-210-3889

Sunday, May 21

Concert in the Park Northshore Park

2505 Lake Woodlands Dr.

5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

281-210-3950

Monday, May 22

Paddles and Paws

Riva Row Boat House

2101 Riva Row

2 p.m. to close

$15 solo, $20 tandem kayak

281-210-3950

Tuesday, May 23

Cochran’s Crossing Village Association Meeting

2801 Technology Forest Blvd. 7 p.m.

281-210-3887

Wednesday, May 24

Board of Directors Meeting

2801 Technology Forest Blvd. 6 p.m.

281-210-3800

Saturday, May 27

The Woodlands Farmer’s Market at Grogan’s Mill

Grogan’s Mill Village Shopping Center

8 a.m. to noon

www.grogansmillvillage.com

Waterway Nights

Waterway Square

31 Waterway Square Pl. 6 to 8 p.m.

281-210-3800

Sunday, May 28

Memorial Day Weekend Celebration

Town Green Park

2099 Lake Robbins Drive 4 to 9 p.m.

281-210-3800

See page 10.

Monday, May 29

Memorial Day

All Township offices will be closed.

Paddles and Paws

Riva Row Boat House

2101 Riva Row

2 p.m. to close

$15 solo, $20 tandem kayak 281-210-3950

*For complete event listings, please visit the calendar at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov, or call the office at 281-210-3800.

Waste Management will follow the regular waste pick-up schedule on Memorial Day (Monday, May 29, 2017). For more information, please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/holidaytrash.

NEWS FROM THE VILLAGES OF THE WOODLANDS

Alden Bridge

Here’s a virtual May basket of greetings from Alden Bridge! Thanks to the volunteers who helped out at the Spring Flea Market and to all who submitted applications for our scholarships. And special thanks to everyone who helped us celebrate spring by attending our Spring Festival!

Our monthly Village Association board meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 9, at 7 p.m. at the Township building, 2801 Technology Forest. Please join us at our pre-meeting reception to honor the winners of our 2017 scholarships. We had so many outstanding applications this year that it was extremely difficult to select our winners.

We just awarded the first Yard of the Month for 2017, and a winner will be chosen every month through September. Each month we select one winning yard from those that have been nominated as best front yard in Alden Bridge. Please don’t hesitate to nominate your neighbors or yourself for this honor! Send us your nominations for next month to info@aldenbridge.org by Monday, May 22. We’ll judge during that week and award the winner on June 1. In addition to being recognized with a yard sign, each winner will receive a variety of surprise gifts.

Hooray - it’s time for pre-season pool openings, and I know we’re all happy about that! In our village, Windvale pool (with the neat sprayground) will be open weekends May 6 to 29 from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and 1 to 6 p.m. on Sundays. On Memorial Day Monday all pools will be open from noon to 6 p.m. The first day for regular season use of all pools will be June 2 (Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 6 p.m.).

Please continue to send your email addresses to us at info@aldenbridge.org so we can add you to the subscriber list for our monthly newsletter. Your address will not be shared and will be used only

to deliver news of our village to your computer. Between newsletters, please check our website, www.aldenbridge.org, or participate in our active Facebook page. We really want to be a resource for our residents, so please reach out to us with any questions or concerns that you have. Happy Memorial Day to all!

Submitted by Darla D. Bell

Cochran’s Crossing

What is the saying? April showers bring May flowers. Hopefully, there won’t be May showers like we were treated to last May. Perhaps the time and attention Stuart Schroeder, Cochran’s Crossing Village Association President and a member of the Township Storm Drainage Task Force that is keeping flooding concerns a priority, gives will help overcome the problems. At least, we aren’t facing the drought conditions that made us question if Lake Conroe would ever be full again. So much for the May weather report, now it is time for some news that is closer to home. One pledge: this will not be fake news.

The Cochran’s Crossing Village Association board continues to lead participation in Township-wide activities such as the GreenUp and the Fourth of July parade. By the way, if you want to march with Cochran’s Crossing and/or drive an antique vehicle with us, contact Cochran’s Crossing Village Association Board Secretary Gary Conwell at gconwell1@gmail.com, or call him at 281-387-6986.

However, this year there are some new faces on the board. Those joining the board include Phil Greger, Serafin “Sef” Farias and Charlie Keen. In addition to events, the village association board brings speakers to the monthly Cochran’s Crossing Village Association meetings.

Those who have made presentations include Captain Allison Allen, who heads up The Woodlands Division

for the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). Captain Allen’s visit to the village association was particularly relevant. She discussed the concept of community-oriented policing (COP), which has become an important part of the MCSO service philosophy. It could be described as networking in which the police develop positive relationships with the citizens they serve. The MCSO members get a better understanding of issues in their service area. The residents come to understand law enforcement officials are not just there when bad things happen.

Of course, the Cochran’s Crossing Village Association board already had that philosophy through the interaction with Deputy Jason Hopper. For a number of years, he has been the lead deputy with Cochran’s Crossing, working to help prevent crime in The Woodlands and also participating in community events.

The Township contract with MCSO has led to a positive presence in the area. However, the criminal justice system can’t solve all problems, and the objective is to prevent crime before it occurs. Captain Allen pointed out crime takes an offender, a place and a victim. The objective is to eliminate one of those legs.

Remember, Cochran’s Crossing has more board members than any of the

Village Association President Stuart Schroeder (far right), welcomed Captain Allison Allen from the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office (third from left) and other members of the MCSO at a recent board meeting. Deputy Jason Hopper, representative to our village for many years, is third from the right and Kellie Christianson is next to him.

EVENTS IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

other village associations. That’s a good thing for help in event participation. On the other hand, it can also mean an open position comes up from time to time. If you are interested in village association board membership, let our secretary know you want to be made aware of vacancies. Cochran’s Crossing Village Association meetings are 7 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month (except December).

You can also connect on the village association’s website, Facebook page or newsletter.

Submitted by Gary Conwell

College Park

It is POOLOOZA time again! Residents of College Park are invited to join the village association at Harper’s Landing Pool and Pavilion, Saturday, May 20, 2017, from 1 to 4 p.m. Pool passes are suspended during the event hours. Plus, there will be food, face painting, games, a bounce house and more. As you can tell, this is an event for the entire family to enjoy and all at no cost to our residents

Our Harper’s Landing Pool will have an update this spring with new plaster. The playground will have a facelift later this spring as well. The Woodlands Township Neighborhood Watch and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office continue to focus on resident safety and crime prevention. In previous months, we have shared Deputy Hopper’s crime reports and crime prevention tips here in this column. This month, we learned that there are very few instances of vehicles being stolen in our community. Residents can continue to keep our crime statistics down by taking a few moments to lock our cars and put valuables out of site. Be aware of your surroundings and never leave your car unlocked.

Be sure to purchase your pool pass this season and visit The Woodlands Township pools. Your pass gains you

admission to them all. If you decide to drive out to Rob Fleming Park, you can also visit our newest park addition, which is in Creekside Village across from the Rob Fleming Pavilion. Northshore Park in Panther Creek has been undergoing renovations and should also be on your must visit list this spring. There is no pool there, but it is a great location for an outing or to catch an outdoor concert. For more information about College Park, please visit us on the College Park Village Association Facebook page or website.

Submitted by Marti Meerscheidt

Creekside Park

Greetings Creekside Park Village residents! It is May, and a lot of things have been happening in Creekside Park Village. During the winter months, we challenged our residents to pledge to shut their sprinkler systems off in order to raise awareness of the value in conserving this resource when the demand is low; due to your efforts, Creekside Park Village won first place in the Water-Wise Village Challenge. As the winners of the challenge, we were awarded $300 from The Woodlands Township. The funds from this challenge and other volunteer opportunities allowed us to reward our local schools with donations for much needed supplies. The village association board challenged the Creekside Park Village schools to send volunteers to events in order to increase the amount of money they would be eligible for; criteria were set by the Creekside Park Village Association Education Committee. Creekview and Creekside Forest Elementary schools were awarded $750 each. Timbercreek Elementary and Creekside Park Junior High fulfilled their volunteer goal and each received $1,000. Board Elections/Filings were held in February for the Village Boards and continued on page 20

ALDEN BRIDGE

Alden Bridge Village Association usually meets on the second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m at the Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd.

Website www.aldenbridge.org

COCHRAN’S CROSSING

Cochran’s Crossing Village Association usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd.

Website www.cochranscrossing.com

COLLEGE PARK

College Park Village Association usually meets on the third Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd.

Website www.villageofcollegepark.com

CREEKSIDE PARK

Creekside Park Village Association usually meets on the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Lone Star College - Creekside Center, 8747 West New Harmony Trail.

Website www.creeksideparkvillage.com

GROGAN’S MILL

Grogan’s Mill Village Association usually meets on the third Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. Website www.grogansmillvillage.com

INDIAN SPRINGS

Indian Springs Village Association usually meets on the second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd.

Website www.indianspringsvillage.com

PANTHER CREEK

Panther Creek Village Association usually meets on the second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. Website www.panthercreekvillageassociation.org

STERLING RIDGE

Sterling Ridge Village Association usually meets the first Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. Website www.sterling-ridge.org

GET PREPARED FOR

Hurricane Season is here, and The Woodlands Township Board of Directors urges all residents not to be complacent and always be prepared if disaster strikes. This includes doing homework on coverage like flood insurance or renter’s insurance to determine if coverage is sufficient in case of high winds, rising water and other variables caused by hurricanes and storms. Please check with your personal insurance agent to review your coverage.

Residents can also stay informed on emergency resources through The Woodlands Township website, www. thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/stayinformed and by visiting www.thewoodlandstownshiptx.gov/emergency.

VILLAGE NEWS continued

Residential Design Review Committee (RDRC) positions. All who filed for positions on the Creekside Park Village Association board were accepted, as there were no opponents for the positions. The following are your board members: Charles Abell, Area Rep; Nancy Becker, President; Mike Becker, Treasurer; Mike Casey, Area Rep; Melissa D’mello, Area Rep (new member); Sally Epton, Events Chair; Lindsay Germano, Secretary; Jerry King, Area Rep; Wendy Lambie, Area Rep; Lisa Purtell, Area Rep; Mike Ramsey, Area Rep; Tyson Scott, Area Rep (new member); Isaac Segovia, Area Rep; Sarah Segovia, Area Rep; Leanne Tarleton, Area Rep; and Sue Tedesco, Vice President.

Your Creekside Park Village

Residential Design Review Committee representatives won their positions in an election; they are Charles Abell, Manfred Berretz, Sally Epton, Jennifer Mares and Mike Ramsey.

Look for updates and events happening in Creekside Park Village and The Woodlands on the village association Facebook page or newly revamped website, www.creeksideparkvillage.com

We look forward to seeing you at the next village association board meeting, which is open to all residents and held at Lone Star College-Creekside Park Village on the first Tuesday of the month!

Submitted by Lisa Purtell

Grogan’s Mill

The Grogan’s Mill Village Association held its annual planning meeting, March 20, 2017. The village association board adopted a $22,940 budget; the highlights

of which include $4,000 for scholarships, $4,000 for schools, $4,150 for website and newsletters, $4,250 for community activities, $2,500 for Interfaith, and $2,100 for mandatory insurance. Revenues are a projected $19,100 from the Township, Farmer’s Market and special events. The village association board also highlighted its achievements for the last fiscal year, April 1, 2016, through March 31, 2017. The major activity, again, was the highly successful Farmer’s Market which now operates 50 weeks a year, rain or shine. Our annual Splash Day in August was a perennial hit. The Garden Tower project with Wilkerson Middle School has proven to be a winner. The village association weekly newsletter goes out to over 3,300 homes. All this is included in the annual report, available on the Grogan’s Mill Village Association website at http://www.grogansmillvillage.com

Do you know someone who has made a positive impact on our community? If you have someone in mind, please reach out to one of the Grogan’s Mill Village Association board members for the nomination process.

The village association is upgrading its website. More details to be announced, but you can always check for yourself.

Spring on the farm is producing a huge range of fruits and vegetables. Grab a friend and stop by on Saturdays where we have more than 30 vendors with a wide variety of goods. Check out the village association website, above, each Friday for details, or you can sign up for the village association weekly email blast. Profits from Farmer’s Market vendor fees are returned to the community through various philanthropic and community programs as noted in the Grogan’s Mill Village Association Annual Report.

Next month, we will begin reporting our monthly Yard of the Month winners. For up to six months, we will award $50 Randall’s gift certificates plus one month of bragging rights through a Yard of the Month sign posted in the winner’s front yard. If you would like to be considered, or have a neighbor you think deserves an award, let any Grogan’s Mill Village Association board member know.

Submitted by Bob Leilich

Indian Springs

At the village association’s March 20, 2017, annual planning meeting, the Grogan’s Mill Village Association board re-elected Marie Brannen as president, Bruce Cunningham as vice president, and Bob Leilich as treasurer. Edmund “Ned” Chapman was elected as secretary.

On March 21, 2017, Grogan’s Mill Village Association presented Hailey Elementary, Lamar Elementary, Wilkerson Intermediate, and Knox Junior High School with donations. Donations have been given every year since 2005, funded by income from the Farmer’s Market.

The Indian Springs Village Association would like to welcome our newest at-large board member, Enrique Rosero. We would also like to congratulate two current board members who will be officers this year, Tom Brown (Treasurer) and Alan Neely (Secretary). And finally, we are happy to announce that Mike Arendes has been re-elected as the Indian Springs Village Association President. We are a totally volunteer organization and thrive by the generosity of those residents who provide their time and talents to their community.

The Indian Springs Village Association meetings are held at The Woodlands Township, 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month, except in July. We would love to have you join

From left to right: Dr. Mark Murrell, Principal, College Park High; Jody Ronzio, Grogan’s Mill Village Association Area Director and School Liaison; Joe Daw, Principal, Knox Junior High; Jennifer Daw, Principal, Wilkerson Intermediate; Mary Kirbo, Principal, Lamar Elementary; Tracy Horne, Principal, Hailey Elementary; and Thomas Chumbley, Grogan’s Mill Village Association Area Director.

The village association board presented checks at the March 7, 2017, Creekside Park Village Association meeting.

us, and all Indian Springs residents are encouraged to attend. Agendas are posted on the village association website, and residents are invited to offer comments each month.

We generally hear reports from law enforcement, any elected officials present, The Woodlands Township Neighborhood Services and a guest speaker. Keynote speakers have included Conroe ISD Superintendent Dr. Don Stockton, Texas State Senator Brandon Creighton, Director of The Woodlands Township Parks and Recreation Department Chris Nunes, Chief of Staff Matt Beasley for James Noack Montgomery County Commissioner, Precinct 3, and most recently The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce President & CEO J.J. Hollie, among others. The Indian Springs Village Association board members also provide reports from The Woodlands Township Parks and Recreation Advisory Council and The Woodlands Residential Design Review Committees in our village.

We are proud to participate in the Fourth of July Red, Hot and Blue festival, The Woodlands Flea Market and Garage Sale, The Woodlands Township Holiday Lighting and Decorating Contest, and The Woodlands Township Environmental Services programs, such as the Earth Day GreenUp in the spring and the 3R Bazaar in the fall. The village association’s biggest community event is our annual Taste of The Village, a free family event held in the Indian Springs shopping center each October.

We would love to see you at one of our meetings or events. Please follow the Indian Springs Village Association on Facebook or check out our website at indianspringsvillage.com.

Submitted by Kelly Sharer

Panther Creek

Another springtime Flea Market has passed and was a big success. Since Panther Creek Village Association started the event over 30 years ago, thousands of Woodlands residents and vendors from far and wide have enjoyed buying and selling bargains galore. So,

start thinking about the treasures you might sell or buy at the fall event. Watch www.woodlandsfleamarket.org for details.

Another way you can participate in the community events that help make The Woodlands a real hometown is to attend or, better yet, volunteer at Panther Creek events. Villagers help with the Earth Day cleanup and the Flea Market. Yes, we do some work, but usually have more fun.

Just around the corner is our annual Flag Day/Panther Creek Picnic, Saturday, June 17, 2017. Every year more residents turn out for this free and family-style outing at Ridgewood Park, 4192 Interfaith Way. Free hot dogs, hamburgers, drinks and treats will be provided. Bring the kids and their swimsuits as the pool will be open to all. After all the swimming and eating, a wondrous array of choices will be served at the snow cone truck. A brief American flag program and flag information will be presented. Bring any old flags that need to be respectfully retired. Be prepared for surprise visitors that the kids will want pictures with.

With baseball season well underway, join with your Panther Creek neighbors as we hop on custom coaches to take us down to a good old-fashioned baseball outing in Houston. Friday, September 22, 2017, the mighty Astros will host the Los Angeles Angels. Since we expect a victory, there will be a fireworks show afterwards, weather permitting. If you haven’t taken the kids to a big league baseball game yet, this is the year. Call your village association area rep. They are listed on our website below. Your $26 fare includes the custom coach transportation to and from the ball park and admission to the game.

Did you ever want to build a playground? How about building it with no additional cost or hammer bruised thumbs? You can! By simply collecting your old toothbrushes, toothpaste tubes and boxes, and dental floss containers, you can donate these items that will be recycled and turned into playgrounds. Start collecting now and help Panther Creek lead seven other villages this November in this worthy project that will also help us win dollars for our scholarships. Watch this magazine for the date.

Join the Panther Creek Village Association board or simply attend a monthly meeting. Visit us at www.PantherCreekVillageAssociation.org

Submitted by Paul Gebolys

Sterling Ridge

The Sterling Ridge Village Association Board of Directors elected a new slate of officers at the March meeting with Patrick Graham taking over as president from long-serving board President Anthony Fasone.

The board thanked Fasone for his years of service to the community with a plaque at the meeting. Fasone will remain on the board and serve as the association’s representative to The Woodlands Township’s Law Enforcement and Parks and Recreation committees. Fasone was also made chair of an ad hoc committee to help with the transition of the new officers which include Graham, Vice President Tim Hjort, Treasurer Janean Germany and Secretary Amy Wilkinson.

At the meeting, Montgomery County Sheriff’s representative Deputy Jason Hopper announced that he was accepting a position at the training academy, and he introduced his replacements as liaisons to the board, deputies Kellie Christiansen (Kellie.Christiansen@mctx.org) and Stephanie Coroiescu (Stephanie. Coroiescu@mctx.org). Christiansen and Deputy Eric Medina, Sterling Ridge patrol deputies, were both present at the meeting during which auto theft crimes and prevention in the community were discussed. The board thanked Deputy Hopper for his years of working alongside the Sterling Ridge Village Association.

The association held its third annual Fishing Tournament at Pepperdale Park April 29. Winners will be announced in next month’s issue.

In addition to the directors mentioned above, the following Sterling Ridge Village residents will serve on the board this year: Natalia Arjona, Butch Ashman, Feyi Bassir, Tippy Carmody, Gary Dempsey, June Kolesar, Patrick Sansotta, K Shaw, Dan Sousa and Sue Young.

Submitted by Dan Sousa

The Facts on Zika

By Megan Jamieson

Do you feel like you have enough information to protect yourself and loved ones from contracting Zika? Read on to address some common concerns.

I’ve heard a lot about Zika, but why is it of concern?

The majority of people who contract the Zika virus will not show symptoms. Those with symptoms can expect flu-like aches, along with an itchy rash and red eyes. A small percentage of patients may develop a neurological disorder, Guillain-Barré syndrome. However, Zika is much more threatening to the health of unborn babies and has been linked to numerous birth defects such as a smaller head (microcephally) and brain damage.

How do people get Zika?

The Zika virus is spread through the bite of an infected mosquito in the Aedes genus. The virus can also be transmitted through unprotected sex and from an infected mother to her fetus. People who have recently traveled or are planning a trip to an area with active Zika transmission should take steps to protect themselves from mosquito bites.

I have a mosquito misting system, so that means I’m protected, right?

Unfortunately it does not. These systems rely on the spray directly contacting the mosquito to be killed. Once the mist dissipates, the chemical does not provide any residual effect to control mosquitoes. Also, the Aedes mosquito is a daytime flier, and these systems dispense pesticide at night.

The position of the American Mosquito Control Association is that these systems lack data on their efficacy, promote insecticide resistance, and have negative impacts on other insect species. Reducing sources of standing water around your yard that are breeding habitat for mosquitoes is a more effective way to control mosquitoes before they become biting adults.

Please visit The Woodlands Township website, www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov, for much more information, important resources to fight the bite at home, and links to relevant Zika apps from World Health Organization and the CDC.

PROTECT YOURSELF from MOSQUITO BITES

Mosquitoes spread Zika and other viruses.

Daytime is the most dangerous Mosquitoes that spread Zika are aggressive daytime biters. They can also bite at night.

Use insect repellent It works!

Look for the following active ingredients: DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus or para-menthane-diol, or 2-undecanone

Wear protective clothes

Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants or use insect repellent. For extra protection, treat clothing with permethrin.

Mosquito-proof your home

Use screens on windows and doors. Use air conditioning when available. Keep mosquitoes from laying eggs near standing water.

Aedes albopictus, Wikimedia Commons is our potential local vector for the Zika virus.

LET’S ALL BE SMARTER ABOUT WATER!

By Teri MacArthur

InThe Woodlands and across the region and state, more and more individuals are joining the ranks of informed citizens who choose to conserve this critical resource. Asking the simple questions of “Where does our water come from?” and “What are some practical ways to reduce the amount of water I use?” are now part of the dialogue for those seeking to be smarter water users.

Over the past seven years, smart water consumers have reduced the per-person use in households from 150 gallons to 92 gallons of water per day? Local and regional water resource specialists will offer current knowledge on ways to use water wisely at the Smarter About Water Seminar, Saturday, May 13, 2017, at The Woodlands Emergency Training Center.

Discover how native vegetation can play an important part in reducing outdoor water needs. Learn how to convert your sprinkler system to drip irrigation. Hear the latest on “smart controllers” for irrigation systems, the advantages of rainwater harvesting, how to install a rain catchment system and more!

The event is free, but registration is required due to limited seating. For more details and to register, please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ waterconservation, or call The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department at 281-210-3800.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EVENT

By Holly Steinke

New Activities this Year!

The Woodlands Township Neighborhood Watch Emergency Preparedness Event will be held Saturday, June 10, 2017, at The Woodlands Township Town Hall, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. CenterPoint Energy is the presenting sponsor this year.

Residents and employees of businesses in The Woodlands are invited to drop in anytime between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. for the free event. Visit with public safety and community service providers about emergency preparedness, view displays and demonstrations, hear a presentation from a National Weather Service forecaster, see inside public safety vehicles and receive free promotional items and more at this fun and educational event!

“At the start of every hurricane season, we’re reminded of the importance of advanced preparation, and just as CenterPoint Energy has an emergency operations plan should a hurricane strike, we urge customers to have their own emergency plan as well,” said Pierce Prater, Service Consultant Supervisor for CenterPoint Energy. “No two storms are alike, which makes it difficult to forecast what the exact damage to our electric system could be and how long outages could last; however, customers need to be prepared to be without power for two weeks or possibly longer, depending on the severity of the storm.”

Attendees will be able to drop by the booths to visit with representatives, and pick up free handouts. Planned presentations include Hurricane Predictions for 2017 from a National Weather Service forecaster and The Woodlands Township Neighborhood Watch. Participate in a CPR demonstration from the Montgomery County Hospital District, and sign up for Township notifications and Smart911. Also, emergency preparedness videos for the Houston region will be shown. The Boy Scouts of America – Tall Timbers plan to provide an Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge Counselor and offer a demonstration. A schedule of presentations will be posted on The Woodlands Township website at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov prior to the event.

“I have always said the true first responders are our citizens,” states The Woodlands Fire Department Chief Alan B. Benson. “The better they can prepare and sustain, the quicker we can restore our community back to normal.”

Learn what steps you should take to be prepared for a hurricane or any emergency. Find out how to make an emergency plan, prepare an emergency kit, stay informed in an emergency and how to get involved in the community. Learn how you and your neighbors can work together. Whether you live here or work here, find out where information will be available in The Woodlands before, during and after an emergency. “An important piece of any emergency

plan is working together and utilizing all of your resources,” says Township Director of Law Enforcement Marian Leck. “Don’t wait for an emergency to get to know your neighbor!” For more information, please contact The Woodlands Township Neighborhood Watch at 281-210-3800, or visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ neighborhoodwatch

In addition to several departments from The Woodlands Township, invited participants and sponsors include: CenterPoint Energy; The Woodlands Fire Department; Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, The Woodlands Township Patrol; Harris County Constable’s Office, Precinct 4; Montgomery County Constable’s Office,

Precinct 3; Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management; National Weather Service; The Woodlands Community Emergency Response Team; Montgomery County Hospital District; Montgomery County Public Health/Medical Reserve Corps; Montgomery County 9-1-1; Montgomery County Search and Rescue; American Red Cross; Montgomery County Amateur Radio Emergency Services; Interfaith of The Woodlands; Greater Houston United Way/MC-CARES/HelpOurCounty.org; Montgomery County Sheriff Citizen’s Academy Alumni Association; Entergy Texas, Inc., H-E-B; Home Depot; Boy Scouts of America – Tall Timbers, and more are being added.

The Woodlands Township Public Safety Awards

Special thanks to these generous sponsors:

Top Row (left to right): Detective Adam Acosta, Sr. Sergeant Brice Herring, Driver Operator Raymond Muse, Lieutenant Chris Berg

Middle Row (left to right): Trooper Kenneth Chapman, Deputy Thomas Epperson, Deputy Theo Pternitis, Firefighter Paul Taylor, Lieutenant Larry Grissom, Firefighter Brian Holasek

Bottom Row (left to right): Deputy Jonathan Combs, Deputy Brian Aguilar, Deputy Moamen Abdelbaky, Paramedic Sara Horton, Firefighter Michael de los Reyes, Driver Operator Brett Eaton, Firefighter TJ Moore

Textile Recycling Goes Curbside

By John Geiger

Anew curbside textile recycling service starts this summer. Through a partnership with Simple Recycling, The Woodlands Township will offer a convenient way to recycle textiles, shoes and home goods. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, 85 percent of textiles end up in our landfills each year with only 15 percent being donated or repurposed in some fashion. “This program is an easy way to keep reusable materials out of the landfill,” said Township Board Chairman Gordy Bunch. “The average American throws away 70 pounds of clothing and other textiles each year, which amounts to more than five percent of our municipal waste.”

The program is free and easy to use. Simple Recycling will mail each household guidelines and custom printed recycling bags. Fill your bags with textiles, shoes, and even household items, such as toys, books and kitchenware. The bags are collected curbside on the same day as your trash and recycling; no sign-up or ordering is necessary. Simple Recycling then sorts each item for reuse, repurpose or recycle.

“By offering the convenience for residents to simply deposit items at the curb on their normal curbside recycling day, at no cost, there is no reason for any of this material to end up in the landfill,” says Adam Winfield, President of Simple Recycling. This service is provided entirely by Simple Recycling with no cost to the Township or its residents. In fact, it will generate revenue of $20 per ton for materials collected. Reduced landfill fees increase the savings. “We encourage residents to continue to donate items to their local charities. This program will help catch those items that didn’t make it to a charity and were destined for the landfill,” says Chairman Bunch.

For more information, please visit the Simple Recycling website, www.simplerecycling.com, or call The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department at 281-210-3800.

10 TIPS FOR

A Safe Kayaking Experience

by Amber Barnes

Whether you own your own kayak, are thinking of buying one or are just renting for the day, remember these 10 tips for safety during your next adventure on the water.

1. Take an on-water course. Being able to self-rescue is one of the most valuable kayak lessons to learn and keep practicing. Visit www.americancanoe.org for a list of instructors near you.

2. Wear your lifejacket. Texas requires all kayakers under the age of 13 to wear an appropriately fitted U.S. Coast Guard approved lifejacket at all times.

3. Be safe in cold water. When water temperature is 60 degrees or cooler, a wetsuit is highly recommended to prevent cold water illnesses. Always check the forecast before your trip and plan accordingly.

4. Always be aware of the surroundings. Most waterways have lanes of traffic to follow, navigational buoys or lights to direct passing boats. Be aware of the differences in boating laws for inland waterways and coastal waterways.

5. Use your resources. Connect with other kayakers in the area to help you scout out your trip or use one of the numerous paddling apps available on your smartphone.

6. Leave no trace. Remember to always pack out all trash, and do not disturb the wildlife. Minimize your impact to the shore or beach when launching, portaging, scouting or taking out your kayak.

7. Be in control. Know how to move your boat forward, backward, sideways and how to stop. Drinking and drug use will impair your ability to control your kayak, make smart decisions about hazards, traffic and response time to other dangers on the water.

8. Plan ahead. Know the water you are paddling, file a float plan with someone not going on the water with

you, so they know where to find you and when you plan to return.

9. Before your trip, check the 4 Ws –Wind, Weather, Water and Waves. Be prepared to make adjustments to your trip due to changing weather, high winds and changing water levels and waves.

10. Never paddle alone. Whatever your reason for kayaking, bring a buddy with you. A companion can come to your aid if you are in trouble.

Kayak rentals are available at two locations on Lake Woodlands — Riva Row Boat House, 2101 Riva Row, The Woodlands, TX 77380, 281-210-3965, and Lakes Edge Boat House, 1970 Hughes Landing Blvd, The Woodlands, TX 77381, 281-210-2065. Please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ rivarowboathouse for more information.

Photos by Perry Frank and Jasmine Raziuddin

Riva Row Boat House offers single and tandem kayak rentals, stand-up paddle board rentals, lessons, team building events, tours, and water and boating safety.

Lakes Edge Boat House, located in Hughes Landing, offers single and tandem kayak rentals and stand-up paddle board rentals for family-friendly fun.

Lakes Edge BOAT HOUSE

AT HUGHES LANDING

Enjoy a kayak point of view of Hughes Landing from Lakes Edge Boat House.

Lakes Edge Boat House is the newest boathouse on the waterfront of Lake Woodlands, located next to One Lakes Edge, just a short walk from Whole Foods Market, Restaurant Row and the Lake Woodlands Boardwalk. The boathouse is open from 9 a.m. until sunset, with the last rental out one hour before sunset, and closed on Wednesdays. Tandem kayaks and stand-up paddle boards rent for $20 for the first hour and single kayaks rent for $15 for the first hour. Each additional hour is $5 for both kayaks and stand-up paddle boards. Lifejackets and paddles are included in the rental price. The boathouse staff can be reached at 281-210-2065, and more information can be found online at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/lakesedgeboathouse

Photo by Jasmine Raziuddin

All kayakers must wear appropriately fitted U.S. Coast Guard approved lifejackets.

THE WOODLANDS TOWNSHIP

AQUATICS TEAM NOW HIRING

By Karl Shaw

The Woodlands Township is now hiring lifeguards, swim instructors, swim coaches, lifeguard leadership positions and more. The Township has great incentive programs and staff outings, including travel to lifeguard competitions, leading the excitement on Splash Day on the Fourth of July and an end-of-season party. All training is handled in-house by our professional and award-winning Aquatics Division staff. All team members must be at least 16 years of age, unless otherwise stated and successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening. Leadership team members must successfully complete an extensive background check. For more information, please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/jobs

Be a Super Pet Owner

Is there a dog in your neighborhood that barks at all hours? Is there is a cat that is destroying a neighbor’s garden? Inform the pet’s owner. He or she may not be aware that the offending animal is his or hers. If your neighbor should approach you to say that your dog’s barking is affecting others, consider the possibility that it could be true. The next step is to consider a constructive solution to the dilemma.

Last but not least, please pick up after your pet. Pet waste bags, plastic newspaper and grocery bags can be used to pick up after your pet and then placed in the trash. Leashes are required once the animal leaves your property.

Don’t let your pet spoil the natural beauty of The Woodlands for someone else. Take every opportunity to be a responsible pet owner. It shows pride in your community as well as respect for your neighbors and love for your pet.

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WATERWAY NIGHTS

MAY 6, 2017

The 1900s (90s R&B)

MAY 13, 2017

Sawdust Road (Country/Classic Rock)

MAY 20, 2017

Carthy (Pop)

MAY 27, 2017

Brenda Guy, The One Woman Show (Soul)

JUNE 3, 2017

The Guppies Band (Classic Rock)

JUNE 10, 2017

The Blue Grooves (Pop/Variety)

JUNE 17, 2017

JB Barnett (Soft Rock/Acoustic)

JUNE 24, 2017

Time Warp (90s Hits)

Program registration begins Monday, April 17, 2017.

THE RECREATION CENTER AT BEAR BRANCH

5310 Research Forest Drive

The Woodlands, Texas 77381 281-210-3950

www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

RECREATION CENTER REGULAR HOURS

Monday to Thursday: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.*

Saturday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday: Closed

*The Recreation Center at Bear Branch closes for Gorilla Hole at 6:30 p.m. as scheduled on page 22 of this guide.

RECREATION CENTER HOLIDAY CLOSURES

Monday, May 29, 2017, Memorial Day

Tuesday, July 4, 2017, Fourth of July

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Three Easy Ways to Register for Programs:

Online: www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

click the “Register for Recreation Programs” or the “I want to sign up for recreation programs” button.

Phone: 281-210-3950

In person: The Recreation Center at Bear Branch 5310 Research Forest Drive

The Woodlands, Texas 77381

Pre-registration is required, registration on event day not permitted unless space and supplies allow.

All programs must meet a minimum number of participants to be held. If an event is full, be sure to sign up for the waiting list, new programs may be added to meet demand.

Drop-ins are only permitted if space allows.

Please register early for all programs!

We value your feedback!

Please help us improve our programs! If you are unhappy with the quality of a program, please inform the recreation staff immediately.

WAIVER:

By nature, many recreation programs involve body contact, considerable physical exertion, emotional stress and/or use of equipment that represents a certain risk to participants. It is recommended that you check with your physician prior to participating in any programs. Registrants in any program assume responsibility for all risks, implicit or direct, by participation in said activity or facility.

Participation in any parks and recreation activity constitutes a waiver of certain rights. Waiver and release is agreed upon during registration and listed on all program receipts. Please call The Woodlands Township Recreation Center, or email recreation@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov for more information.

The Woodlands Township Parks and Recreation Department welcomes people of all ability levels to enjoy and participate in its wide variety of quality programs and services. Questions regarding special accommodations should be directed to recreation staff at 281-210-3950. The Parks and Recreation Department complies with Title II Standards of the American with Disabilities Act.

The Action Guide is fully funded by program user fees. No ad valorem tax dollars are used for this publication!

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For more detailed information on Sunny Dayz Camp, please visit WWW.THEWOODLANDSTOWNSHIP-TX.GOV/ SUNNYDAYZCAMP

PARENT HANDBOOK

• PARENT HANDBOOK

• KIDCHECK REGISTRATION & INSTRUCTIONS

• CAMP SCHEDULE

• ONLINE REGISTRATION

Chick-fil-A lunch options available on Thursdays. Ask camp staff or front desk for more details!

Ages: Explorers 6 to 8 years; Adventurers 9 to 12 years

Location: The Recreation C enter at Bear Branch, 5310 Research Forest Drive, 7 7381

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., June 5 to August 18, 2017

Fee: $200 Weekly; $50 daily; $125 three-day option

REGISTRATION Easy as 1-2-3!

1. Register for Sunny Dayz Register and pay online, in person at 5310 Research Forest Drive, 77381, or call 281-210-3950.

2. Register for KidCheck

Use link on receipt to register your camper(s) in KidCheck (go.kidcheck. com). All campers must have a KidCheck profile by the first day of camp. Returning campers with an existing KidCheck profile can skip this step.

3. Review the Sunny Dayz camp Handbook

The handbook can be found online at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/sunnydayzcamp.

WHAT TO BRING

REFUNDS

Everyday: Bring two snacks, a lunch and a refillable water bottle each day. Food products containing nuts are not permitted. Campers should wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes, sandals are not recommended.

Swim Dayz: Sunscreen, swimsuit, towel and pool shoes or flip flops. Some activities and field trips may require additional or different items.

Refunds for Sunny Dayz Camp may be requested at the front desk. Refund requests must be submitted no later than the Thursday prior to the camper’s registered week. Enrollment dates are not allowed to roll over from week to week. Transfer of attendance dates within the week for three-day or one-day campers are allowed if space permits.

SUNNY DAYZ CAMP COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING

Training includes Counselor-in-Training Leadership Development Program, special activities, field trips and five Counselor-in-Training camp shirts. After registration applicants must submit a Counselor-in-Training application. Additionally, applicants and their parents must attend a mandatory Counselor-in-Training informational session prior to their first day of camp.

Informational sessions will be held:

Tuesday, May 30, 2017 - 7 p.m.

Saturday, June 3, 2017 - 11 a.m.

Wednesday, June 28, 2017 - 7 p.m.

Wednesday, July 26, 2017 - 7 p.m.

Ages: 13 to 15, Fee: $100/week*

Choose a week, June 5 to August 18

Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

CIT application can be found at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/sunnydayzcamp. Email application to sunnydayzcamp@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov, or drop off at The Recreation Center at Bear Branch.

*Full payment due at time of registration, payment plans not available.

SPECIALTY SUMMER CAMPS

See the descriptions of these exciting camps on pages 6 through 8!

Participants attending only a morning or afternoon camp need to bring one snack and a refillable water bottle. Participants attending a full day of camp need to bring two snacks, a lunch and a refillable water bottle. Food products containing nuts are not permitted. Notification the Thursday prior to the camp week is required to transfer or opt out and receive a refund (minus a $5 administrative fee). Please contact the front desk as soon as possible after the first class if you are unsatisfied for any reason. We want you to enjoy your summer! Please note: Refunds can not be accommodated after the second class has met.

PROGRAM LOCATIONS:

Alden Bridge Sports Park

4751 West Highway 242, 77382

Bear Branch Sportsfields

5205 Research Forest Drive, 77381

June

June

Buckalew Gazebo 4909 Alden Bridge Drive, 77382

The Recreation Center at Bear Branch 5310 Research Forest Drive, 77381

July

The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, 77389 (across from the Rob Fleming Aquatic Center)

* Non-residents pay an additional $10 fee.

SPECIALTY SUMMER CAMPS

BAYOU CITY FENCING ACADEMY

BEGINNER FENCING CAMP

Raise your fitness, both mentally and physically, while learning this exciting sport. Instructors are from the Bayou City Fencing Academy and include Delfina Perka, a member of the 1980 Polish Olympic Team, and Albert Peters, former head coach of fencing at C ornell University. Sessions include footwork, technical instruction and bouting. First month all equipment provided.

BUILDING BRAINS

PRE-K LEGO® ENGINEERING I

Building Brains uses LEGO and K’NEX educational kits to build math and science skills. Students will build simple machines that really work, using gears, levers and pulleys, while building fine motor skills, sequential thinking skills, problem solving skills and confidence. Projects include: cars, tops, merry go rounds, drills, mixers, cranes, conveyor belts and more. We are not just building… We are BUILDING BRAINS!

ELEMENTARY LEGO® ENGINEERING II

Learn to build simple machines using gears, levers and pulleys. Then, MOTORIZE these machines using LEGO and K’NEX educational kits and curriculum, while building math and science skills. Each day, we will build several new simple machines and conduct experiments to see how well they perform. Written engineering curriculum reinforces the classroom curriculum with hands on education. Students will understand why a machine works and will learn how to manipulate a machine to go faster or slower. Fine motor skills, critical thinking skills, imagination and confidence will increase in this fun-filled class.

LEGO® ENGINEERING III: INTRO TO ROBOTICS

Camper will expand on their engineering skills learned in LEGO II by building simple machines, and then learning basic programming. This class will teach beginning programming principles, which lead to robotics. Each simple machine we build will be programmed to perform a function such as lighting, sounds, songs and motion. Each class is progressive and builds on the other. *Best to have taken L EGO Engineering II first.

Take a look at these great camps! Dates and times are listed on pages 4 and 5.

COOK, LEARN, GROW KID’S SPORTS NUTRITION

Nutrition for before, during and after physical activity – this c amp teaches the t ype of foods needed for kids to have healthy energy and hydration to keep them in the game. We add a round or two of competitive activities mixed with food they cook. Campers enjoy a field trip to a local sports team to see how the big leagues eat and play. Welcome packet with camp details will be emailed after registration. This camp can accommodate nut allergies.

WHOLE HEALTHY KIDS!

Cooking, creativity and fun physical activity are the foundations to being healthy. Whole Healthy Kids week offers campers the opportunity to experience how cooking, creativity and physical activity play a fun role in healthy living, while setting them up for success in life. No electronic babysitters in this program! Welcome packet with camp details will be emailed after registration. The camp can accommodate nut allergies.

DISCOVERY KIDS

CALLING ALL MUGGLES

Training begins by dividing students into houses with the sorting hat. Students will make dragon drool, experiment with “potions,” engage in duels, make wands, play Quidditch and make Butterbeer and chocolate frogs.

HOUSTON DYNAMO | DASH YOUTH SOCCER CLUB

www.dynamodashyouth.com

SUMMER SOCCER CAMP

The Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth professional coaching staff will deliver an action-packed camp focusing on individual fundamental skills (receiving, dribbling, passing and shooting). Every day, players will participate in fun, competitive small-sided games and even play their own ‘World Cup’ themed tournament.

ENGINEERING FOR KIDS

JR. MAKERS & INVENTORS WORKSHOP

Discover how a wind-up toy works and design your own drawing robot. You will invent new machines, bring your creations to life with littleBits electronic building blocks, and explore creative design solutions using the Engineering Design Process. Reflective thinking and problemsolving skills are enhanced through these FUN, age-appropriate, inquiry-based, hands-on, ST EM related projects.

ADVANCED LEGO® WEDO ROBOTICS

Designed for students who have attended

Introduction to LEGO WeDo Robotics Camp, campers will explore more advanced LEGO WeDo concepts. Students will develop more complex models, such as a tower crane, an intelligent house, a Ferris wheel, and a car. Prerequisite: Introduction to LEGO WeDo Robotics or equivalent experience.

3D MODELLING & PRINTING: MINECRAFT CREATIONS

3D printing and Minecraft both represent boundless opportunity for creating even our wildest of ideas! Explore the basic concepts of 3D printing and computer aided design, or CAD, to bring your most awesome Minecraft creation to life! Design your own 3D model in preparation for real 3D printing! At the end of the camp, you will walk away with your own models, using a 3D printing pen, and your own Minecraft 3D model in a digital file that is ready for 3D printing! You can also continue to improve your design at home using the same TinkerCAD modeling software you learned at camp!

FAST FORWARD KIDS

LEGO® MANIA

No builder can say “Lego my Lego” when engaged in the creative activities of LEGO MANIA! “ Zillions” of pieces ensure that there is always enough Legos for everyone! This innovative program for Lego buffs provides opportunities for imagination and hands-on learning under the guidance of a certified educator. Over 15 new games, projects and activities not found in stores, will be planned and engineered. Enrichment in the areas of personal creativity, following instructions, handeye coordination, problem solving, critical thinking and learning will be experienced as your child has the opportunity to construct dinosaurs, rockets, castles, airplanes, forts, cars and much more.

LEGO® LOGO

Lego Logo will bring your child into a creative and engineering environment that will develop him/her into a little technician! Hands-on construction is learned and executed with our special and unique Lego Logo kids, not found in stores. With our certified educator and detailed technical plans; your child will learn how to build robots, racecars, four-by-four trucks, cranes, pulleys, levers and much more. Your child will participate in an energized week of discovery, motivated by creativity, fun and success. The young builder will expand his/her knowledge in math, science and technology in an exploratory cooperative environment.

SUMMER CAMPS

ULTIMATE SURVIVAL

Wrapped Ultimate Survival is a co-ed outdoor adventure camp for children 8 to 12 years of age. During survival situations, the four basic needs become shelter, water, fire and food. By introducing basic techniques, your child will learn how to purify water, leave no trace camping, signal for help, wilderness navigation, search for edible food, first aid, set up shelter and even learn Army chants! Your child will enjoy this education, fun and exciting outdoor camp. Wrapped in games and adventure, unique challenges await your child. Our team survival games will keep the training light and fun! This class is essential for kids who like to work and play outside.

FASHION DESIGNER

Young girls graduate from playing dress up to creating their own designs! They will express themselves with their own fashion sense by following the same design principles used by professionals. This includes basic sketching techniques, coordinating colors for the best effect, and mixing textures and patterns for perception and scale. Cultural fashion history will be applied to all the girl’s individual style and portfolio. Designs come to life with beautifully patterned fabric, ribbons, sequins, jewels and oodles of other embellishments. Collaborative design time challenges make this hands-on, minds-on adventure into the world of design very exciting. For your child’s safety, no sewing is practiced in this class.

CAMP BARBIE®

At Camp Barbie, your child will have loads of fun helping Barbie learn the many things she needs to know to become a great girl. Your child and Barbie will have great time learning to dress for occasions appropriately, practicing good manners, making new friends, the importance of school work, how to use money, dreaming of careers, attending social functions, hearing great stories, practicing talents, great cooking tips, art and much more! Non-stop activities and fun learning adventures are all geared toward self-esteem development in this class. Your child’s certified teacher has developed a rich and meaningful curriculum full of supporting activities and objectives.

HOT WHEELS ™ WORLD OF DISCOVERY

Endless tracks and obstacles course await every Hot Wheels car lover as they discover the world of physical science. What goes up must come down… or does it? Momentum, force and friction are just some of the concepts they will understand as cars acrobatically fly before them.

Measuring length and weight in various units will help in the identification of the fastest, most efficient car on the block. Mega Loop Mayhem, Shark Cliff Hanger, Wolf Mountain and hundreds of cars are just some of the play equipment that will have your child yearning to come back each day! Hot Wheels Rock!

PLAY DOH SCIENCE

Look no further for a world of excitement, creativity and science exploration. This class is designed to inspire creation of things past, present and future. Your child will explore dinosaur adventures, prehistoric volcanoes, animals, food, transportation and our solar system. Add numerous Play-Doh sets to this exciting equation, and your child will find science fun like never before. Artistic and social development will engage daily creations in a very moldable way!

YOUR CREATIVE PROJECT EXPRESSION & LOOK AT ME — I’M AN AUTHOR

This class is about turning new and imaginative ideas into reality. By using visual and auditory skills through project-based expression, your child will reach all their creative inner abilities. By using various materials, your child will put together artwork, comic strips, scrapbooks and even fun f ashion creations. But that’s not all! Little authors will be in our mist. This class inspires higher order thinking by learning how fun writing can be. Students will be able to show their unique expression through their own writing. Writing will be done with voice in all genres. By the end of the week, your little author will be thrilled to showcase all of his/her distinct and individual expressions.

FURY BASEBALL

INSTRUCTIONAL CAMP

Clinic offers instruction of all aspects of the game, including proper mechanics and fundamentals. Instruction by Fury Baseball Academy. Fee includes T-shirt. Note: Class does not meet on Tuesdays.

HOUSESTORIES

JR. ARCHITECT STUDIO: SPATIAL LOGIC

Join this Jr. Architect Studio and put your spatial thinking skills to the test! Over the week, we will complete five house projects that amplify your spatial logic. Participants will explore classic design challenges undertaken by history’s most famous builders, which are specifically tailored for elementary-aged children. Content will include designing, building and drawing each day. All materials included.

i9 SPORTS

Note: Please visit www.i9sports.com, or call 281-744-4322 to sign up for i9 Sports camps.

SUMMER CAMPS

Beginner and intermediate levels. Campers receive a sportsmanship medal and participant T-shirt with registration.

Ages: 4 - 13

Fee: $145 Resident, ($5 late fee begins the Friday before camp start date.)

i9 SPORTS FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP

Covers player positions, offensive and defensive drills and schemes, passing, receiving, quarter-backing, defending a receiver, flag pulling skills and scrimmaging.

Location: The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming

June 26 - 30 July 17 - 21

i9 SPORTS SOCCER CAMP

Familiarizes par ticipants with passing, shooting, dribbling, offensive and defensive drills and positioning, playing goalie, and scrimmaging.

Location: The Rec Center at Rob Fleming

June 26 - 30 July 17 - 21

i9 SPORTS T-BALL/BASEBALL CAMP

Covers all aspects of baseball, including drills in fielding, throwing and catching. Campers will have hitting practice with a batting tee or coach pitch, depending on age and ability.

Soccer, Flag Football or T-ball/Baseball

Location: Cattail Park

June 5 - 9

June 19 - 23

July 10 - 14

July 24 - 28

August 7 - 11

8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Location: The Rec Center at Rob Fleming

June 26 - 30 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

July 17 - 21

i9 SPORTS BASKETBALL CAMP

Learn passing, shooting, dribbling, offensive and defensive sets. Camp will be indoors and outdoors.

Location: The Rec Center at Bear Branch

June 26 - 30

June 12 - 16 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

July 17 - 21

Location: The Rec Center at Rob Fleming

July 31 - August 4 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

August 7 - 11

JR. ARCHITECT STUDIO:

ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGE

Join this Jr. Architect Studio to build five projects that create awareness and connection with the local climate/environment. From vertical garden houses to floating houses to desert houses, we will explore innovative construction concepts that are tailored to specific environmental conditions. Content will include designing, building and drawing each day. All materials included.

IKIDS

LEGO® TECH TIME MACHINE

Transport to another dimension with the LEGO Tech Time Machine! Travel backwards and forwards through time exploring LEGO robotics! From prehistoric days to medieval times to the Wild West, and then onward to a future space age! Enjoy this LEGO journey, building simple mechanisms and robotics to learn about each time period, animals, catapults, rocket ships and more!

FAIRYTALE FINE ARTS

Art, music, drama and dance are the focus of this fairytale-themed camp! Students will enjoy singing, dancing, hands-on art, and the basics of acting – expression, self-confidence, communication and fun! Every day will be a new learning experience in the realm of fine arts.

LEGO® TECH USA

Travel on an all-American road trip through L EGO USA, and explore some of America’s favorite things, such as cars, sports and space! Have fun with LEGO building from simple machines to basic robotics for each road s top and tourist attraction. Participate in map activities, technology discovery, creative play and more. Build your vehicle and let’s go!

DIGITAL MEDIA MYSTERY

Solve the mystery of digital media, and have fun learning behind the scenes secrets of digital concepts in photography and movie creation! Put the clues together to discover animation, green screen technology, photo transformation and more! Children will utilize a variety of digital media applications, such as Photoshop and Movie Maker to create their own multimedia mysteries!

PLAY SMARTER KIDS

SUPERHERO SCIENCE

Join the PSK superheroes! Save the day using slimy science, engineer escape routes, construct sidekick robots, and solve a new case each day. Each c amper creates their own comic book tale of their adventures to take home at the end of camp!

CRAZY CONSTRUCTION

Calling all engineers! Join us for a week of epic engineering, electronics and crazy construction. Campers learn basic engineering concepts, explore electronics, build giant creations, and are introduced to robotics, basic programming and more! Engineers create a digital photo book of their daily creations to take home.

SILLY SPACE TALES

3..2..1.. Blast off into an adventure full of space! Explore tons of hands-on science experiments, learn all about space, meet robotics aliens and more. Astronauts keep a digital story of their space adventures to take home!

JUNGLE ADVENTURES

Learn all about animals, robotics and more in our Jungle Adventures! Meet Nile the crocodile, Brian the Lion and their friends as they introduce campers to engineering, basic programming, and a wild jungle journey. Daily adventures are captured through pictures that go home at the end of camp.

PLAY WELL TEKNOLOGIES

JEDI ENGINEERING WITH LEGO®

The Force awakens in this introductory engineering course for young Jedi! Explore engineering principles by designing and building projects using LEGO materials such as X-Wings, R2 Units, Energy Catapults, Defense Turrets, and Settlements from a galaxy far, far away. Create motorized and architectural projects with imagination and engineering to defeat the Empire!

JEDI MASTER ENGINEERING WITH

LEGO®

The Force awakens in the advanced engineering course for young Jedi! Discover key engineering concepts such as gear trains, worm drives, pneumatics and eccentric motion. Build projects from LEGO materials such as X-Wings, AT-AT Walkers, Pod Racers, Star Destroyers, Cloud Cities, Settlements, Fortresses, and other complex machines and structures from a galaxy far, far away.

SEWING CAMP

NEW! YOUTH BEGINNER SEWING CLASSES!

Learn the basics from how to thread and use a sewing machine, the ins and outs of patterns and much more! Students will get to pin, sew seams, learn how to hem, sew casings for elastic and make pajama shorts! Fabric and patterns provided. Student must bring a portable sewing machine. Limited sewing machines available to borrow.

TGA PREMIER JUNIOR GOLF GOLF MINI CAMP

Camp includes instruction on rules and etiquette, putting, driving, games and challenges, fitness awareness and character development. Mini tournament held on last day of camp. All equipment provided.

TOUR-A-CULTURE I AM MULTICULTURAL

Learning about our diverse world has never been more FUN! Our curriculum includes STEM and language activities. Kids build 2D and 3D puzzles of countries and known landmarks; eat and make tasty snacks; design and make traditional, modern homes and clothing; play musical instruments; perform dances; and play known ethnic field and board games. Kids also learn manners while meeting, eating and speaking native languages.

YOUNG REMBRANDTS COME TO THE ZOO WITH US!

Kids love to draw animals! We will imagine ourselves at the zoo as we learn to draw a variety of different animals. On the first and second days, we will draw giraffes, lions, tigers, birds and more. Our final day will result in one large scene of the zoo divided into several habitats and incorporating the many animal friends we have learned to draw. We will have realistic and graphic style drawings.

FAVORITE APPS AND VIDEO GAMES!

Art is all around us, including on phones and online! Join Young Rembrandts for a workshop mimicking! Every day, students will learn new illustrations and coloring techniques inspired by popular video games. Artwork is inspired by pixel block characters, plants, zombies and many more classic apps and games. If your child loves to game or draw, they’ll have a blast putting their own personal touches on some of these favorites! Register your special gaming artist today!

AQUATIC PROGRAMS

Class schedules listed on pages 10 and 11. Seven 30-minute group lessons per session. Max of 5:1 student/instructor ratio for most groups. 10:1 for Swim with Me and Advanced classes. The final Friday of each session is reserved for makeup class, due to weather or pool closures as determined by Township staff. Makeup class will only be held in the event of a weather makeup.

Session 1: June 5 - 15

Session 2: June 19 - 29

Session 3: July 3 - 13, No class July 4.

Session 4: July 17 - 27

Session 5: July 31 - August 10

Locations

Alden Bridge Pool, no class on Monday

Creekwood Pool, no class on Thursday

Falconwing Pool, no class on Wednesday

Rob Fleming Aquatic Center, no class on Monday

Sawmill Pool, no class on Tuesday

Registration

$65 Resident per session

$75 Non-resident per session

Online at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx. gov, call 281-210-3950 or come by The Recreation Center at Bear Branch, 5310 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, Texas 77381

Registration for group lessons closes at 9 p.m. on the Wednesday before the first day of the next session, please register early.

GROUP SWIM LESSON DESCRIPTIONS AND LEVEL GOALS

Each class is a prerequisite for the next higher level, exceptions may only be permitted by swim instructors or program coordinator.

Swim with Me

6 months to 2 ½ years

Infants, toddlers and adults that accompany them play games, sing songs and learn basic water skills. Children learn to become comfortable and enjoy the water while learning basic safety and water skills, including entering and exiting the pool, blowing bubbles, submersion, floating (both back and front) and changing body position in the water.

Toddler Transitions

2 to 3 ½ years

Entering and exiting the water using steps and side, bobbing, blowing bubbles, retrieving submerged objects, submerging entire body, front and back float with support, front glide with support, recovering to a vertical position and freestyle with support. Parents participate in the water for the first week of the session to help their child gain confidence in the water. By the end of the program, children should be swimming on their own.

Preschool

2 ½ to 5 years

Entering and exiting the water using steps and side, bobbing, blowing bubbles, retrieving submerged objects, submerging entire body, front and back float with support, front glide with support, recovering to a vertical position and freestyle with support.

Level 1

3 to 7 years

Opening eyes under water, submerging entire face, front float and recovery to vertical position without support, freestyle and backstroke with assistance.

Level 2

4 to 8 years

Jumping from the side, holding breath, jellyfish and tuck floats without support, front and back glide with recovery to vertical position without support, back and freestyle independently, breaststroke, treading water and exploration of deep area of pool.

Level 3

5 to 10 years

Headfirst entry from kneeling and standing position, underwater recovery of objects, treading water, simultaneous arm and leg movements on stomach without support, rotary breathing, dolphin kick, side stroke and elementary backstroke.

Advanced 1

5 to 12 years

Freestyle, breathing to the side, stream line, backstroke and starting arm movements.

Advanced 2

5 to 12 years

Freestyle, back stroke, butterfly and breast stroke, kicks, and further development of arm motions.

Advanced 3

5 to 12 years

Freestyle, back, breast and butterfly strokes, turns and dives.

S even 30-minute group lessons per session. The final Friday of each session is reserved for makeup class, due to weather or pool closures as determined by Township staff. Registration for group lessons closes at 9 p.m. on the Wednesday before the first day of the session; please register early, aquatics@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

Session 1, June 5 to June 15

Alden

8:30 - 9 a.m.

9:15

10

Falconwing Pool - No Class on Wednesday

9:15 - 9:45 a.m. Swim w/Me 1701.107

Preschool 1065.107

Level I 1078.107

Level

Level

Advanced

10

Level

Level

Level

Advanced

Toddler 1040.137

6 - 6:30 p.m.

Preschool

Session 2, June 19 to June 29

Alden Bridge Pool - No Class on Monday

8:30 - 9 a.m.

Preschool 1035.207

Toddler 1040.207

Level I 1045.207

Level II 1050.207

Level III 1038.207

Advanced I 1048.207

9:15 - 9:45 a.m.

Level I 1045.217

Level III 1038.217

Preschool 1035.217

Swim w/Me 1041.207

Advanced II 1048.217

10 - 10:30 a.m. Level I 1045.227

Level II 1050.227

10:45 - 11:15 a.m.

I 1078.227

Level II 1085.227

Advanced II 1091.217

Swim w/Me 1701.237

Toddler 1040.247

6 - 6:30 p.m. Preschool 1065.247

Level I 1078.237

Level II 1085.237

Level III 1089.227

Toddler 1040.257

Advanced II 1091.227

6:45 - 7:15 p.m.

Level I 1078.247

Level II 1085.247

Level I 1078.127

Level II 1085.127

Level III 1089.127

Advanced II 1091.127

Swim w/Me 1701.117

6:45 - 7:15 p.m.

Level

Level

Swim

Preschool

Advanced

Advanced

Rob

6:45

Level

Toddler 1040.127

Preschool 1035.147

Advanced II 1048.147

7:30 - 8 p.m. Level

Sawmill

9:30 - 10 a.m.

Preschool 1027.107

Level I 1024.107

Level II 1026.107

Advanced

8

Preschool

Level

Level

Level

Advanced

8:45

Level I 1061.117

Level

Level

Advanced

9:30 - 10 a.m.

Preschool

Level

Level

Level

Advanced

Creekwood Pool - No Class on Thursday

6 - 6:30 p.m.

Preschool 1065.127

Level I 1078.157

Level II 1085.157

Level III 1089.157

Advanced I 1091.147

6:45 - 7:15 p.m.

Preschool 1065.137

Level I 1078.167

Level II 1085.167

Level III 1089.167

Advanced II 1091.157

10:45 - 11:15 a.m.

Level III 1038.227

Toddler 1040.217

Preschool 1035.227

I 1045.237

Level II 1050.237

Level III 1038.237

Advanced I 1048.227

Advanced III 1048.237

6 - 6:30 p.m.

1035.237

Level I 1045.247

Level II 1050.247

Level III 1038.247

Advanced II 1048.247

6:45 - 7:15 p.m.

I 1045.257

Level II 1050.257

Level III 1038.257

Swim w/Me 1041.217

Advanced I 1048.257

Toddler 1040.227

7:30 - 8 p.m.

I 1045.267

Level II 1050.267

Level III 1038.267

Advanced III 1048.267

Sawmill Pool - No Class on Tuesday

9:30 - 10 a.m.

1027.207

Level I 1024.207

Level II 1026.207

Level III 1025.207 Advanced II 1028.207

Falconwing Pool - No

Level III 1089.237

Advanced I 1091.237

Toddler 1040.267

Swim w/Me 1701.247

7:30 - 8 p.m. Level I 1078.277

Level III 1089.247

Advanced I 1091.267

Advanced III 1091.277

Rob Fleming Pool - No Class on Monday

8 - 8:30 a.m. Preschool 1064.207

Level I 1061.207

Level II 1062.207

Level III 1063.207

Advanced I 1060.207

8:45 - 9:15 a.m. Preschool 1064.217

Level I 1061.217

Level II 1062.217

Level III 1063.217

Advanced III 1060.217

9:30 - 10 a.m. Preschool 1064.227

Level I 1061.227

Level II 1062.227

Level III 1063.227

Advanced II 1060.227

Creekwood Pool - No Class on Thursday

6 - 6:30 p.m.

Advanced I 1091.247

Preschool 1065.227

Level I 1078.257

Level II 1085.257

Level III 1089.257

6:45 - 7:15 p.m. Advanced II 1091.257

Preschool 1065.237

Level I 1078.267

Level II 1085.267

Level III 1089.267

9

6

Session 3, July 3 to July 13, No Class July 4th

10 - 10:30 a.m.

10:45 - 11:15 a.m.

Level III 1089.337

Swim w/Me 1701.327

Toddler 1040.387

Level I 1078.397

Level II 1085.617

Swim w/Me 1070.337

Toddler 1040.397

Advanced II 1091.317

Rob Fleming Pool - No Class on Monday

Classes will be held July 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13

8 - 8:30 a.m.

Level I 1061.307

Level II 1062.307

Advanced I 1060.307

Advanced II 1060.317

Alden Bridge Pool - No Class on Monday

8:30 - 9 a.m.

9:15 - 9:45 a.m.

10 - 10:30 a.m.

8:45 - 9:15 a.m.

Preschool 1064.317

Level I 1061.367

Level II 1062.367

Level III 1063.317

10:45 - 11:15 a.m.

III 1038.407 Advanced I 1048.407

I 1045.417 Level II 1050.417 Level III 1038.417

Preschool 1035.417 Swim w/Me 1041.407

Advanced III 1048.417

1035.427 Level I 1045.427

Level II 1050.427 Level III 1038.427

Toddler 1040.417 Advanced II 1048.427

I 1045.437

II 1050.437

10:45 - 11:15 a.m.

Advanced II 1091.417

Swim w/Me 1701.427

Toddler 1040.447

6 - 6:30 p.m. Preschool 1065.417

Toddler 1040.457

Level I 1078.437

Level II 1085.437

Level III 1089.427

Advanced II 1091.427

6:45 - 7:15 p.m.

Level I 1078.447

Level II 1085.447

Level III 1089.437

Advanced I 1091.437

7:30 - 8 p.m.

Level I 1078.467

Level II 1085.467

Level III 1089.467

Advanced II 1091.447

Sawmill Pool - No Class on Tuesday

9:30 - 10 a.m. Preschool 1027.407

Level I 1024.407

Level II 1026.407

6:45

9:30 - 10 a.m.

Level I 1061.377

Level II 1062.377

Level III 1063.327

Advanced III 1060.327

Creekwood Pool - No Class on Thursday

Classes will be held July 3, 5, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13

6 - 6:30 p.m.

Advanced I 1091.347

Preschool 1065.367

Level I 1078.367

Level II 1085.367

Level III 1089.377

6:45 - 7:15 p.m.

Advanced II 1091.357

Preschool 1065.377

Level I 1078.377

6 - 6:30 p.m.

III 1038.437

I 1048.437 Advanced III 1048.447

1035.447

I 1045.447

Level II 1050.447

III 1038.447

Advanced II 1048.457

6:45 - 7:15 p.m.

Level I 1045.457

Level II 1050.457

Level III 1038.457

Toddler 1040.427

Advanced I 1048.467

Falconwing Pool - No Class on Wednesday

9:15 - 9:45 a.m. Preschool 1065.407

Level I 1078.407

Level II 1085.407

Level III 1025.407

Advanced II 1028.407

Rob Fleming Pool - No Class on Monday

8 - 8:30 a.m. Level I 1061.407

Level II 1062.407

Level III 1063.407

Advanced I 1060.407

8:45 - 9:15 a.m. Preschool 1064.417

Level I 1061.417

Level II 1062.417

Advanced III 1060.417

9:30 - 10 a.m. Preschool 1064.427

Level I 1061.427

Level III 1063.427

Advanced II 1060.427

Creekwood Pool - No Class on Thursday

6 - 6:30 p.m. Preschool 1065.427

Falconwing Pool - No Class on Wednesday

Classes will be held July 3, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13

9:15 - 9:45 a.m.

Preschool 1065.307

Level I 1078.307

Level II 1085.307

Level III 1089.307

Advanced I 1091.307

10 - 10:30 a.m.

Level I 1078.387

Level II 1085.607

10 - 10:30 a.m.

Level III 1089.407

Advanced I 1091.407

Level I 1078.417

Level II 1085.417

Level III 1089.417

Toddler 1040.437

Swim w/Me 1701.417

10:45 - 11:15 a.m.

Level I 1078.427

Level II 1085.427

6:45 - 7:15

Level I 1078.457

Level II 1085.457

Level III 1089.457

Advanced I 1091.447

AQUATIC PROGRAMS

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS (Adults and Children)

One-on-one swim instruction. Pick from one of the nine Township pools listed below, then choose a time between noon and 5 p.m. To register, call 281-210-3950. Your request will be answered within five business days.

Ages: All Fee: $4 0 one 30-minute session, $ 80 three-day session

$170 8- day session, $10 Resident discount per booking

May 22 – June 2: Falconwing Pool only.

June 5 – August 18: Choice of Alden Bridge, Cranebrook, Creekwood, Falconwing, Lakeside, Rob Fleming, Sawmill, Shadowbend or Wendtwoods pools.

JUNIOR LIFEGUARDING

Builds on a foundation of knowledge, attitude and skills for future lifeguards. Learn techniques, build stamina and execute skills. This is not a certification course; participants will learn First Aid, CPR, AED and lifeguarding.

Ages: 10 – 15 Fee: $70 Resident, $ 80 Non-resident

June 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29 3 - 5 p.m. M - TH Shadowbend Pool

H 2 O DEEP WATER WEIGHT PROGRAM

Low impact workout that utilizes every muscle for a full body workout.

Ages: All Fee per session: $ 40 Resident, $50 Non-resident $10 drop-in

Fee all sessions, June – September: $120

Session 1, June 5 – 30

Session 2, July 3 – 31

Session 3, August 2 – 25

THE WOODLANDS TAAF SUMMER SWIM TEAMS

Fee includes TAAF registration; Meet fees are additional $25; non-registered swimmers Meet fee is $50. Ages: 5 and up

Fee: New swimmers $100 Resident, $110 Non-resident

Returning swimmers $70 Waves, Hurricanes or Riptides

Regional Meet: July 15, Texas City, TX

State Meet: July 27 – 30, McAllen, TX

June 26 – July 26

Mon. – Thurs.

6 and under 9:15 - 10 a.m.

and 8 10 - 11 a.m. 9 and 10 11 a.m. - noon

and up 8 - 9:15 a.m.

JUNIOR SWIM TEAM

Not a learn-to-swim program or competitive team, focus is on endurance and skills. Swimmers must be able to swim the length of the pool and have rudimentary s troke skills. Must be previous Jr. Swim Team participants or be evaluated prior to joining. No class July 4, 2017.

Ages: 4 and up

Fee: $175 Resident, $185 Non-resident

Ridgewood

June 5 –

Lakeside

June 5 –

27

5 – July 28

7:30 - 8:30 a.m M - W - F Ridgewood Pool

Session 4, Sept. 6 – 29

SCUBA DIVING

All equipment provided during class instruction. You will receive all materials and cards upon successful completion of course certifying you as an open water diver.

Ages: 10 and up Fee: Ages 10 – 11; $395, $405 Non-resident

Ages 12 and up; $295 Resident, $305 Non-resident

Friday: 6:30 - 9 p.m., 8203 Millennium Forest Drive

Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday: 1 - 5 p.m.

1st Weekend at Shadowbend Pool

2nd Weekend at Blue Lagoon in Huntsville

May 12 – 14 and 19 – 21 August 4 – 6, 11 – 13, 18 – 20, 25 – 27

June 2 – 4 and 9 – 11 September 8 – 10, 15 – 17

July 21 – 23, 28 - 30

AQUA YOGA

Take yoga to a whole new level! You will learn to hold your balance on the water while going through the yoga moves. If you love yoga on land, see what yoga on the water is all about! Limited mats available, so you must sign up. No walk-ins.

Ages: 12 and up Fee: $55 Resident, $65 Non-resident

June 5 – 29

July 3 – 27 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays Shadowbend Pool

WATER RESISTANCE WALKING CLASS

Walk against the current in the lazy river at the Rob Fleming Aquatic Center. Start out slow, but speed up as the class goes on. This class is not for people with knee or lower back problems. *No Class July 4, 2017

Ages: 18 and up Fee: $6 0 Resident,$65 Non-resident $45 S aturdays only

All sessions Fee: $150 Resident, $160 Non-resident

July 1 – 29*

June 3 - 29 8:30 - 10 a.m. T - TH - SA

August 1 – 12

June 3 – August 12

Rob Fleming Aquatic Center

WATER WEIGHT PROGRAM

Works upper and lower body and abs while building strength and endurance. Participants improve cardio fitness and flexibility levels while going at their own pace. Ages: 18 and up

Monthly fee: $40 Resident, $50 Non-resident, $120 June – September

Session 1, June 5 – 30 9 - 10 a.m.

Session 2, July 3 – 31

Session 3, August 2 – 25

Session 4, S eptember 6 – 29 8:45 - 9:45 a.m.

M - W - F Ridgewood Pool

Session I: June 5 - July 1

Session II: July 10 - August 5

Session III: August 7 - September 2

Session I - June 5 - July 1

WEEKLY YOUTH TENNIS CAMP

Tennis instruction, fun games and friends! Enjoy water games and/or pool time every day! We provide snacks, crafts and instruction and you provide the tennis racket, water bottle and swim suit. Participants are grouped by age.

Ages: Beginners 5-12, Intermediate 8-16

Weekly Fee: $100/week Resident, $105/ week Non-Resident

$15 sibling discount

Location: Bear Branch and Shadowbend

Camp will be at Bear Branch Tennis courts for the month of June and will have water games instead of pool time. In July and August camp will be at Shadowbend Tennis Courts and will utilize Shadowbend pool.

Session II & III - July 10-Aug 5 • Aug 7-Sept 2

WEEKLY YOUTH TENNIS

Got a vacation planned and can’t commit to a whole month of tennis? No worries, weekly youth tennis sessions are available all summer long! This specialized stimulating program is designed to appeal to children aged 5-10 years old. Students and parents will be impressed by the dynamic range of learning and carefully designed development plans used throughout the program. Ages: 5-10.

Offered weekly* for the following 2017 dates:

Week 1: June 12, 14, 15

Week 2: June 19, 21, 22

Week 3: July 10, 12, 13

Week 4: July 17, 19, 20

Week 5: July 24, 26, 27

Week 6: July 31, August 2, 3

Week 7: August 7, 9, 10

*Weeks do not run consecutively throughout the summer.

ADVANCED YOUTH TENNIS HITTING SESSIONS

Calling all champs and super champs! Work on your hitting, play with points, practice your match play and hone your strategy.

Ages: 12-18

Fee: $60/week Resident, $70/week Non-resident

9:30-11 a.m. Timarron

SUMMER YOUTH TOURNAMENT SERIES

Want to start playing tournaments but don’t know where to start? Want more tournament experience before hitting the big leagues? Play close to home and don’t wait around for the match!

Ages: 11 - 18

Fee: $15 Resident, $20 Non-resident

The Tuesday night men’s Doubles Leagues & Wednesday morning and evening women’s Doubles Leagues are ladder formats and do not require a partner. The regular leagues are eight weeks including two scheduled make-up dates. The Mini Leagues run four weeks including one scheduled make-up week. All participants shall keep in mind that The Woodlands Township Ladder Leagues are intended to be both social and recreational in nature. For this reason, The Woodlands Township will not utilize any ranking system (i.e. UTSA) when determining participant placement. Participants must register to play!

Fee per league: $25 Residents, $30 Non-residents

Mini League fee: $15 Residents, $20 Non-residents

2017 MEN’S DOUBLES

Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m.

Summer League:

June 6 - August 15*

Fall League:

August 29 - October 31

Mini Winter League: November 7 - December 12*

2017 WOMEN’S DOUBLES

Summer League:

June 7 - August 16*

Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. or 7 p.m.

Fall League:

August 30 - November 1

Wednesday at 9 a.m. or 7 p.m.

Mini Winter League: November 8 - December 13*

Wednesday at 9 a.m. or 7 p.m.

June 17 12 - 5 p.m.

July 15

Aug. 19

Saturday Bear Branch

*No league play during the week of July 4 or Thanksgiving week.

For more information about tennis leagues and programs, please call 281-210-3900 or visit: www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/tennis

Learn to play the life long sport of tennis or improve existing skills! Choose from a selection of lesson packages while playing at The Woodlands tennis courts. Whether just beginning or very experienced, all levels of players excel when working with a Tennis Academy Instructor.

Fee: $70 Resident monthly, $80 Non-resident monthly, unless otherwise specified.

Session I June 5 - July 1

Session II July 10 - August 5

Session III August 7 - September 2

TENNIS BALL MACHINE WORK OUT WITH COACH JON PARK

Practicing with the tennis ball machine improves forehands, backhands, volleys and footwork. Become a more consistent player! Rent a Lobster Elite 2 tennis ball machine. Includes 75 tennis balls, targets and a ball pick-up tube. For more information call the recreation staff at 281.210.3950 or email us at tennis@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov. Monday - Friday mornings at either Terramont or Pepperdale Park.

30 minutes: $20 • 45 minutes: $25 • 60 minutes: $30

MENTAL TOUGHNESS TENNIS TRAINING

Build the mental aspect of your tennis game with a training method used by the ATP pros. Training combines on-court match play with off-court exercises of self-motivation and character growth for best performance. Training is open to all players aged 10 and up who are actively competing in any format. Instructor evaluation is required prior to registration. Please contact the recreation staff at 281-2103950 for more details.

WHEELCHAIR TENNIS AT RIDGEWOOD TENNIS COURTS

Sign up today for this free program! For more information or to register, email tennis@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov. or call 281-210-3950.

Wednesdays 4:30 - 6 p.m.Ridgewood Tennis Courts

All of our instructors provide private and semi-private instruction. Dates, times and fees are flexible and are coordinated with the instructor. For a list of approved tennis instructors, please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/tennis.

ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF LAKE WOODLANDS

LAKE ROBBINS DR

GROGAN’S MILL RD RIVAROW

TIMBERLOCH PL

SIX PINES DR

Riva Row Boat House

2101 Riva Row, The Woodlands, TX 77380

281-210-3965

RIVA ROW AND LAKES EDGE BOAT HOUSES

Register for one of these great programs right on Lake Woodlands! Team building events, corporate outings, birthday parties, family reunions and church groups may be eligible for group rates! Call 281-210-3965 or email boathouse@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov for more details or reservations.

Daily Rates:

Tandem Kayaks: $20 for first hour

Single Kayak: $15 for first hour

Stand-Up Paddle Board: $20 for first hour $5 additional hour for each rental

HOURS:

May 15 - August 13: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., closed Wednesday

August 14 - December 31: 9 a.m. to sunset, closed Tuesday and Wednesday Last rental out one hour before closing.

Participants must register at least 48 hours before the start of all Boat House programs, unless stated otherwise. Rates include paddles and life jackets. Liability waiver required for kayak rentals, must be 18 years or older to sign waivers. Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by someone 16 years or older.

GROUP OUTINGS

Host a birthday party, family reunion, youth group or company event on Lake Woodlands. Experienced staff will help select an activity to ensure everyone has a great time kayaking. Activities include scavenger hunts, guided tours, communication drills, relay races and capture the flag. Group events receive discounted rates! Call 281-210-3965 for more details and reservations.

KAYAK AND PADDLE BOARD LESSONS

Not comfortable in a class setting, or just want some one-on-one instruction? Call for a dynamic and in-depth 1 1/2 hour lesson with an ACA certified instructor. Learn everything you need to know to start paddling today!

Ages: All

Fee per lesson: $30 per person

1970 Hughes Landing Blvd., The Woodlands, TX 77381 281-210-2065

PADDLES AND PAWS

Bring the entire family out to kayak, including the family dog. Enjoy a 2hour kayak around Lake Woodlands, socialize with other dogs and families and experience an adventure with the whole family.

Dog Life Jackets are required. Bring your own or request one from Riva Row Boat House when you pre-register.

Ages: All

Fee: $15 per solo, $20 per tandem

2 to 6 p.m. at Riva Row Boat House

Every Monday from June 5 through August 28, 2017

SUNRISE PADDLE

Beat the heat and start your morning with a sunrise paddle around Lake Woodlands. Join us for a light breakfast, coffee and juice surrounded by other early risers and then head out to explore the lake.

Fee: $25 solo kayak, $30 stand up paddle board, $35 tandem kayak

Ages: All Ages

Must pre-register before program

Saturday, July 16:30 - 8:30 a.m. Riva Row Boat House

IN A KAYAK OR ON A PADDLE BOARD!

KAYAK LAKE PALOMA

Take your kayak adventure to new places this summer. Riva Row Boat House will bring provide all equipment on-site at Lake Paloma, allowing you to explore this unique location by boat. Lunch included. This program meets at Lake Paloma.

Ages: All

Fee: $30/solo $40/tandem Pre-registration required

Saturday, June 10 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Lake Paloma

PICNIC PACK

Grab a friend or a loved one for a picnic lunch and a cruise in a kayak!

Includes picnic lunch and two hour tandem kayak rental. Please provide at least 24 hours notice (on Thursdays, must provide 48 hours notice).

Fee: $50. Please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ rivarowboathouse to review menu options.

PADDLE BOARD YOGA

Take your practice to the water. Our instructors will walk you through basic paddle board instruction and safety before paddling out to your floating studio for a vinyasa flow.

Ages: 14 and older

Fee: $40 per person

Saturdays and Sundays, dates below, 9-11 a.m. at Riva Row Boat House

Saturdays June 10, 17, 24July 15August 5, 19

Sundays June 4July 9, 23, 30August 19

FIND THE BOAT HOUSE NEAREST YOU

Whether you want to start your exploration along the waterway or begin right on the lake, there are now two boat houses for you enjoy a day on the water. The Riva Row Boat House is directly next to Town Green Park and The Cynthia Woods Pavilion, and the new Lakes Edge Boat House is in Hughes Landing next to the One Lakes Edge apartment community.

SAVE TIME IN LINE!

The Woodlands Township offers an online waiver system that allows guests to move quickly through the equipment rental lines at Riva Row and Lakes Edge Boat Houses. All participants must complete a liability waiver before they go out on the water. Please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ rivarowboathouse to complete a waiver for EVERY person in your group. Once completed, the liability waiver remains active for the current year.

CHECK OUT THE NEW FACEBOOK PAGE FOR THE TOWNSHIP PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT!

Like, share and invite friends to keep up with all the events, programs, department news and more on the Township’s new Facebook page at www.facebook.com/townshipparksandrec.

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

FURY MINI-SLUGGERS

Learn the fundamentals of T-ball including catching, throwing and running the bases. Participants must bring their own mitt.

Ages: 4 - 6 Fee: $65 Resident, $75 Non-resident.

PERFORMING ARTS DANCE WITH CAROLINE BATSON

Classes teach the joy of learning dance and performing on stage. Caroline Batson is degreed dance professional with 30 years of experience.

BABY BALLET

Introduction to the wonderful world of dance, including proper dance technique, terminology and dance etiquette. Listening skills, sharing and waiting turns help our little ballerinas in and outside of the dance class. Required attire: black leotard, pink tights, pink leather ballet shoes and hair in a bun; tutus welcome!

Ages: 2 1/2 - 4 Fee: $80 Resident, $90 Non-Resident

Date Time Day Location

July 11 - August 1

June 6 - 27 10-10:55 a.m. Tuesdays Alden Bridge Sports Park

August 8 - 294-4:55 p.m.

SOCCER 4 TOTS

Your child will get a kick out of this program! Participants learn how to pass, dribble, trap and shoot the ball. Shin guards are mandatory. Parent participation is required.

Ages 2 - 5 Fee: $50 Resident, $60 Non-resident

Ages 2 - 3 1 ⁄2

June 3 - 24

July 8 - 29

August 5 - 26

Sept. 9 - 30

Ages 3 1 ⁄2 - 5

June 3 - 24

July 8 - 29

August 5 - 26

Sept. 9 - 30

HOT SHOTS

8:15 - 8:55 a.m. or 9 - 9:40 a.m.

Saturdays The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

June 20 to July 256:30 - 7 p.m. Tuesday The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

BALLET & TAP

Ballet and tap taught in a creative and fun way! Proper ballet/tap technique, terminology and etiquette taught focusing on listening, following directions and waiting turns. Required attire: black leotard, pink tights, pink leather ballet shoes, black tap shoes and hair in a bun. Favorite tutus are always welcome.

Ages: 4 - 6 Fee: $120 Resident; $130 Non-Resident

Date Time Day Location

June 22 - July 27 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. Thursday The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

9:50 - 10:30 a.m.

Saturdays The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

What better way to find out what sport a child wants to play! Little athletes will love getting a taste of basketball, soccer, playing catch and working as a team. Parent participation may be requested.

Ages: 4 - 7 Fee: $50 Resident, $60 Non-resident

June 3 - 24

July 8 - 29

August 5 - 26

Sept. 9 - 30

10:40 - 11:20 a.m.

Saturdays The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

MS. DEBI’S DANCE ARTS

Teaching the art of dance for over 25 years in The Woodlands, Ms. Debi is a classically trained dancer and studio owner with a degree in dance education, join the fun!

LITTLE MOVERS DANCE CLASS

A first time dance experience! We learn to move within a nurturing environment. A fun time to run, jump and spread our wings to fly. This program is designed for the very young to experience dance movement such as skipping, turning, leaping, and also working within a group setting. Basic dance terms and words are used each week as we dance through a syllabus designed to spark the imagination and capture each child’s heart. Each class consists of ballet, tap, creative dance, and basic mat gym skills to build agility and a strong body. (Boys and Girls).

Dance Attire:

Boys: White T-shirt, blue or black pants or shorts

Girls: Pink leotard, pink tights, black tap shoes

Ages: 3 - 5 Monthly Fee: $65 Resident; $75 Non-Resident

Date Time Day Location

June 7 - August 236:15 - 7 p.m. Wednesday The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

SOCCER SHOTS

Soccer Shots is an award winning children’s soccer program with a focus on skill and character development. Our age-appropriate curriculum is aligned with the Texas Early Learning Guidelines and teaches children basic and advanced technical skills in a fun and encouraging environment. All children receive an official Soccer Shots season medal and weekly prizes.

MINI - Age: 2 (FT: Free Trial)

CLASSIC

YOUTH PROGRAMS

FURY SLUGGERS

The fundamentals of baseball will be taught by a professional coach with a focus on hitting and pitching. Participants should bring their own mitt and bat.

Ages: 7 - 10 Fee: $75 Resident, $85 Non-resident

June 6 - 27 11-11:55 a.m.

July 11 - August 1

August 8 - 295-5:55 p.m.

Tuesdays Alden Bridge Sportsfields

BAYOU CITY FENCING ACADEMY

Fencing is an Olympic sport enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels worldwide. Join instructor Delfina Perka, a member of the 1980 Polish Olympic Team, to learn footwork, technical instruction and bouting. All equipment is provided for the first two months. This is a monthly program.

Ages: 7 and up

Monthly fee: Beginners $100 1x/wk, $125 2x/wk

Musketeers $100 1x/wk, $125 2x/wk, $140 3x/wk

Intermed. & Advanced $125 1x/wk, $150 2x/wk, $165 3x/wk

$10 Additional fee for Non-residents

Tuesday 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Musketeers (ages 7 - 11)

Intermediate / Advanced (ages 12 and up)

Recreational (teens - adults)

Thursday 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Saturday 1 - 2:15 p.m.

Tuesday 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Thursday 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Saturday 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Tuesday 8 - 9 p.m.

Thursday 8 - 9 p.m.

YOUNG REMBRANDTS

The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

Get ready for summer fun as your budding artist explores the great outdoors with Young Rembrandts. As always, Young Rembrandts provides a fun and creative environment where your child will learn how to draw and explore his or her artistic skills. Our students will learn how to shade with color pencils and markers with different themes every month. With mountains scenes, serene evening seascapes, and creative animal life we will open your child’s eyes to the fantastic world of drawing, and help them discover their inner artist with Young Rembrandts!

Ages: 6-12 Fee: $69 Residents, $79 Non-residents per month

Location: The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

Pantone

15-3920, placid blue

18-3718, Purple Haze

YOUTH PROGRAMS

18-6216, Comfrey

16-0000, Paloma

15-1225, Sand

14-0852, Freesia

PERFORMING ARTS DANCE WITH CAROLINE BATSON

18-1651, Cayenne

17-1360, Celosia orange

19-2428, Magenta Purple

18-3949, Dazzling Blue

GORILLA HOLE

47-17-2-0

Classes teach the joy of learning world of dance and performing on stage. Caroline Batson is a degreed dance professional with 30 years of experience.

MUSICAL THEATER

Working on jazz dance technique, voice and acting. Come and enjoy your favorite songs/dances plus acting from different musicals. Required attire: Black leotard, black jazz shoes, black capris or jazz pants, and hair in a bun.

Ages: 6 - 10 Fee: $150 Resident; $160 Non-Resident

Date Time Day Location

June 22 - July 27 7:15 - 8:15 p.m.

MS. DEBI’S DANCE ARTS

Thursday The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

Teaching the art of dance for over 25 years in The Woodlands, Ms. Debi is a classically trained dancer and studio owner with a degree in dance education, join the fun!

SUPER STARS DANCE CLASS

Jumping, turning and leaping! New dance terms are introduced each week. Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop. Dance attire and dance shoes are needed.

Boys: White T-shirt, blue or black pants or shorts

Girls: Pink leotard, pink tights, black tap shoes

Ages: 6 - 9

Monthly Fee: $75 Resident; $85 Non-Resident

Date Time Day Location

June 7 - August 237 - 8 p.m. Wednesday The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

MS. DEBI’S BUDDING BALLERINAS

A ballet class designed to teach beginner/intermediates, this class provides an experience intended to foster a life long love of movement. Advanced boys and girls are welcome. Pointe work is a possibility for this group. We also explore Modern Dance. Dance attire and dance shoes are needed. Boys: White T-shirt, blue or black pants or shorts

Girls: Pink leotard, pink tights, black tap shoes

Ages: 10 - 16

Monthly Fee: $85 Resident; $95 Non-Resident

Date Time Day Location

June 7 - August 238 - 9 p.m. Wednesday The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

I9 SPORTS SUMMER BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Our basketball league is for beginner and intermediate players. Players will learn basic basketball skills and drills, including passing, shooting, dribbling and offensive and defensive sets. Schedules of dates and times for practices and games will be distributed prior to the season; younger teams will play earlier in the day. Fee includes jersey, equipment, two medals and an endof-season celebration. Register at www.i9sports.com.

Ages: 4 - 13 Fee: $140 per player

Date Time Day Location

July 15Aug. 27

Schedule sent upon registration SatSun The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

Gorilla Hole is a 20-year tradition and was one of the first programs at the Recreation Center at Bear Branch! Kids socialize, dance, play basketball, dodgeball, challenge others to video game competitions on the big screen and participate in dance contests, all while listening to great music! Meet up with old friends and make some new ones this summer.

Ages: Entering grades 5, 6 and 7 Fee: $7 per person.

May 19

Pool Party at Rob Fleming Aquatic Center 6535 Creekside Forest Drive, 77389

June 2

Hawaiian Luau

The Recreation Center at Bear Branch 5310 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381

July 7

Check out our new location! Gorilla Hole held at The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming (across from the Rob Fleming Aquatic Center)

August 18

Gorilla Palooza - Wear your craziest outfit!

The Recreation Center at Bear Branch 5310 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381

For more information about Gorilla Hole, please call 281-210-3950 or email recreation@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

ADULT LEAGUES

ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUE

20 Person team roster and play eight regular season games and playoffs, league prizes awarded. Please note: league fee due in full before the first game.

Ages: 18 and up Fee: $450 per team, $50 deposit

CoEd Team

Requires minimum of four women on team Wednesday or Thursday evenings Alden Bridge Sports Park

Mens Team

ADULT DROP-IN SOCCER

NEW All Weather Turf at Bear Branch Sportsfields! Ages: 18 and up. Games are played Wednesday evenings.

Bear Branch

Sports Fields

Quarterly $20 Resident, $25 Non-resident Daily $5

ADULT 7V7 SOCCER LEAGUE

20 Person team roster, eight game regular season with playoffs. Multiple divisions of play available. League and playoff champion prizes awarded. Matches are held on Sunday afternoons/evenings at Bear Branch Sportsfields. Fee due in full at registration.

Fee includes game and official’s fees.

Ages: 18 and up Fee: $550 per team

WANT MORE INFORMATION ABOUT TOWNSHIP LEAGUES?

Email recreation@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov or visit www. thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/recreation.

THE FIT REFINERY’S BOOT CAMPS

This is a challenging, high intensity fitness class. This class will incorporate circuit training and pop aerobics for a fun twist. If you want to sweat it off this is your chance. Pick any two days for the fee listed below!

Ages: 18 & UP Fee: $160 Resident, $170 Non-resident

Bear Branch Park and Sawmill Park

NORTHERN FIST MARTIAL ARTS

Kung fu has been used for centuries as a means of promoting strong minds and general health. Students will be instructed in traditional Chinese forms, applications and two-man sets. Monthly topics include: strikes, kicks, take downs and joint locks.

Ages: 16 and up Monthly Fee: $80 Resident, $90 Non-resident

Saturdays 10:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

WATERWAY TAI CHI

Join the millions of people worldwide practicing Tai Chi. Classes in yang style Tai Chi are taught outdoors overlooking The Woodlands Waterway. Includes 10 minutes of breathing and stretching designed to relax the body and mind followed by instruction in the Tai Chi 8 Step Form.

Ages: 16 and up Fee: $45 Resident monthly, $50 Non-resident monthly

TAI CHI MARTIAL ARTS (TCMA)

Sifu David Neighbors studied tai chi for over 20 years and martial arts for over 30 years. He is a member of the American Tai Chi Qigong Association, the Tai Chi for Health Community and a certified Tai Chi for Diabetes instructor. www.thewoodlandstaichi.com

TAI CHI I

With tens of millions of participants, Tai Chi is the largest sport in the world. Anyone can do tai chi regardless of age or physical condition; no special equipment required. Introduces all aspects of tai chi: forms, philosophy and self-defense.

Ages: 16 and up

Monthly Fee: $70 Resident once weekly, $80 Non-resident $120 Resident twice weekly, $130 Non-resident

Mondays 7 - 8 p.m. The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

Saturdays 9 - 10 a.m.

TAI CHI II

Traditional intermediate and advanced tai chi floor exercises. Students must be a current student in either Tai Chi I or Kung Fu.

Ages: 16 and up

Monthly Fee: $35 Resident once weekly, $40 Non-resident; $6 0 Resident twice weekly, $70 Non-resident

Mondays 8 - 8:30 p.m. The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

Saturdays 10 - 10:30 a.m.

CHEN STYLE TAI CHI

Students will learn self-defense, discipline, how to cultivate inner energy and Tai Chi philosophy. Curriculum includes Tai Chi forms, applications and weapons, including bow and sticks, swords and spears. Class open to both youth and adult students.

Ages: 7 and up Monthly fee: $120 Resident, $130 Non-resident

Tuesday 7 - 8:30 p.m. The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

“VAMOS A HABLAR” - LET’S TALK

Classes concentrate on conversational Spanish in an audio visual format. Instructor is Margarita Chavez, author of I Say Hola, You Say Hello. Visit www.vamoshablar.org for more information. New Beginner l students only accepted in June.

Ages: 18 and up. Monthly Fee: $45 Resident, $50 Non-resident

Spanish Immersion I

Spanish Immersion II

4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Monday

4:30 - 6 p.m. Tuesday

7:30 - 9 p.m. Monday

4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Wednesday

Intermediate I 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Monday

6 - 7:30 p.m. Tuesday

Intermediate II 5:30 - 6 p.m. Monday

5:30 - 7 p.m. Wednesday

Advanced 7:30 - 9 p.m. Tuesday

7:30 - 9 p.m. Thursday

SUBJUNCTIVE IMMERSION

This is an immersive course for advanced students. Visit www.vamoshablar.org for more information.

Ages: 18 and up

Fee: $125 Resident, $135 Non-resident

The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

WATER FOR THE WOODLANDS SEMINAR

Local and regional water information specialists report on the status of water availability, the expected growth and demands for water, how conservation now will save money over time and practical ways to conserve such as planting natives. How-to workshops will cover converting sprinkler systems to drip irrigation and how to install rain barrels to irrigate your landscape. Seating is limited. Registration required. Fee: Free!

Sat., May 138 a.m.-3 p.m.

COUNTRY WESTERN DANCING

Emergency Training Center 16135 I-45, 77385

Learn to glide across the floor to the popular Texas two-step! No more sitting through favorite songs.

Ages: 16 and up

Fee: $50 Resident, $60 Non-resident

June 3 - July 292 - 4 p.m. Saturday The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

SPANISH CLUB

This club is for those who are fluent in the Spanish language. Current events will be discussed, Spanish soap operas critiqued and more.

Instructor: Margarita Chavez.

Ages: 18 and up Monthly Fee: $25 Resident, $30 Non-resident

Wednesdays 7 - 8:30 p.m. The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

Beginner May 23 - June 20 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Tues 8203 Millennium Forest Dr., Bldg 2

Intermediate July 18 - Aug 15

BALLROOM DANCING

Participants are introduced to widely used dances in both smooth and Latin styles, such as the Foxtrot, Waltz and Cha-cha. The class will also teach leading and following. Ages: 16 and up

Fee: $50 Resident, $60 Non-resident

Beginner May 23 - June 20 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Tues 8203 Millennium Forest Dr., Bldg 2

Intermediate July 18 - Aug 15

SWING/JITTERBUG

Join in the fun with an introduction to the basic step and patterns of East Coast Swing. Learn leading and following skills as well.

Ages: 16 and up

Fee: $50 Resident, $60 Non-resident

Beginner May 23 - June 20 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. Tues 8203 Millennium Forest Dr., Bldg 2

Intermediate July 18 - Aug 15

10.14.2017

The Memorial Hermann 10 for Texas is a USA Track and Field (USATF) sanctioned event with a certified 10-Mile course.

• Capped at 2,100 participants

• 7:30 a.m. start time

• Registration fee includes race entry, hat or visor and technical shirt.

• Course time limits in place

The First Annual 3.1 Armadillo run is a USA Track and Field (USATF) sanctioned event with 5K course.

• Capped at 1,000 participants

• 7:40 a.m. start time

• Registration fee includes race entry and technical shirt

• Course time limits in place

The annual One 4 Texas Kids’ Fun Run is an exciting opportunity for kids ages 5-12 to join in. One 4 Texas is a non-competitive 1-Mile fun run, designed to promote fun and fitness for kids of all abilities.

• Capped at 300 participants

• 7 a.m. start time

• Registration fee includes race entry and cotton T-shirt

The races conclude with a Texas-sized post-race party beginning at 8:30 a.m., featuring LIVE country music

Sunday, May 28, 2017 • 4 to 9 p.m.

Memorial Day Weekend in The Woodlands pays tribute to all military service men and women who lost their lives while serving the United States, and also honors all veterans who serve as a symbol for those who paid the ultimate sacrifice of life to protect our freedom. The festival features live music, children’s activities, strolling entertainers and more at Town Green Park. The evening concludes with a dazzling fireworks display choreographed to a patriotic soundtrack. Concessions will be available for purchase.

Enjoy live music by local and regional performers in the picturesque setting of Waterway Square at Waterway Nights. Taking place in the spring and summer, Waterway Nights makes for an eventful night out in The Woodlands Town Center.

6 to 8 p.m.

Saturday, May 6

The 1900s (90s R&B)

Saturday, May 13

Sawdust Road (Country/Classic Rock)

Saturday, May 20

Carthy (Pop)

Saturday, May 27

Brenda Guy The One Woman Show (Soul)

Saturday, June 3

The Guppies Band (Classic Rock)

Saturday, June 10

The Blue Grooves (Pop/Variety)

Saturday, June 17

JB Barnett (Soft Rock/Acoustic)

Saturday, June 24

Time Warp (80s-Current Cover Band)

7 to 9 p.m.

Experience The Woodlands’ newest mixed-use development on scenic Lake Woodlands with live music Thursday evening at Hughes Landing! Rock the Row features local and regional bands playing a variety of favorites from classic rock and pop to Motown during the summer and fall.

Thursday, July 13

Level One Band (Motown/Funk)

Thursday, July 20

Texas Joe Bailey and The Sweet Leaf Junction Band (Country)

Thursday, July 27

Velvet Punch (Cover/Dance)

Thursday, August 3

Danny Ray and the Acoustic Production

Thursday, August 10

Brian Loftin Band

Thursday, August 17

The Sugarland Brass Company

Sunday, September 3, 2017

4 to 9 p.m.

Relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor at Labor Day Weekend in The Woodlands at Waterway Square! Featuring an evening of live music, children’s activities, strolling entertainers and fireworks, Labor Day Weekend in The Woodlands provides an exciting night out for all ages.

STAR SPANGLED SALUTE AT THE PAVILION

On Monday, July 3, 2017, ignite your patriotic spirit at the annual Star-Spangled Salute free concert at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion which features the Houston Symphony performing a selection of patriotic favorites.

CYNTHIA WOODS MITCHELL PAVILION

FOURTH OF JULY PARADE

Put on your red, white and blue and get a prime viewing spot for the exciting South County Fourth of July Parade. The 1.3mile parade around The Woodlands features marching bands, fire engines, clowns, floats and more!

MARKET STREET IN TOWN CENTER

Celebrate freedom in The Woodlands with great food, live entertainment, children’s activities and family fun at multiple parks around The Woodlands from 6 to 10 p.m.! The event culminates with several fireworks displays at approximately 9:30 p.m. See next page for activities featured at each location: TOWN GREEN PARK, HUGHES LANDING, WATERWAY SQUARE, ROB FLEMING PARK, CONCERT IN THE PARK AT NORTHSHORE PARK

4TH OF JULY THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS

“THINGS THAT GO” BIKE PARADE

Bring or ride your July Fourth decorated bike to Northshore Park to enter the Fourth of July Bike Decorating Contest! Decorated bikes will line up in our bike corral for judging and awards. Awards given at 7:30 p.m. during intermission. *Bike decorating supplies will be available starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Township tent while supplies last.

NORTHSHORE PARK

SPLASH DAY

Cool off at one of the Township’s community pools and enjoy free activities and refreshments. All community pools will be free to residents from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

ALL 13 TOWNSHIP POOLS

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FOURTH OF JULY IN THE WOODLANDS 2017

Celebrate the Fourth of July in The Woodlands with a spectacular full day of fun for all ages!

WATCH FIREWORKS AT THESE LOCATIONS IN THE WOODLANDS:

TOWN GREEN PARK

Freedom Stage - Mars Hill Band (Variety)

Independence Stage - Klockwork Band (R&B/Motown/Funk/Jazz)

Festival activities include strolling entertainers, face painters, balloon artists, inflatables, entertainment on multiple stages, a variety of food vendors and a kid’s zone featuring crafts and other family-fun games.

HUGHES LANDING

Johnny and the Spinsations (50s - 80s)

Activities include live music

WATERWAY SQUARE PARK

Level One Band (Motown/Funk)

Activities include face painting, balloon artist, concessions and live music.

Fourth of July Parade Awards at 7 p.m.

ROB FLEMING PARK

Cody Wayne (Country)

Activities include face painting, food trucks and live music.

CONCERT IN THE PARK AT NORTHSHORE PARK

Fidelity Maxx (Funk/Variety)

Activities include face painting, food trucks, “Things That Go” bike parade and live music.

WATERWAY SQUARE

Six Pines Dr.

MARKET STREET TOWN CENTER PAVILION Waterway

Lake Robbins Dr.

TOWN GREEN PARK

NORTHSHORE PARK

Grogan’s Mill Rd.

HUGHES

FIREWORKS

THE RECREATION CENTER AT ROB FLEMING

The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming is the new location for a variety of programs for everyone to enjoy. This new facility has some great amenities, including teepees and an amphitheater.

The Woodlands Township has purchased the building formally known as The Woodlands Family YMCA at Creekside and all other improvements and structures constructed on the land located at 6464 Creekside Forest Drive across from The Rob Fleming Aquatic Center!

Upcoming programs include fitness, camps, enrichment, humanities, sports, special events, outdoor education, rentals and more! The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming is currently not open for regular hours while renovations are in progress. The facility will be open for limited hours during programs or events in Summer 2017.

Got questions? Email us at recreation@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov or like us on our new Facebook page! www.facebook.com/townshipparksandrec.

JOIN US FOR THE OPEN HOUSE AND MOVIE SERIES!

Join us for a fun-filled Open House and Movie Series at The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming! Meet the staff, tour the building and learn about upcoming programs. Games and activities, 7 to 8:30 p.m., movies start at dusk.

June 2 - Giant Game Day Open House! Featuring The Jungle Book in the amphitheater at dusk.

June 16 - Tree House Scavenger Hunt and Open House! Featuring Pete’s Dragon in the amphitheater at dusk.

The Woodlands Township is a runner and bicycle friendly community!

The Recreation Center at Bear Branch

5310 Research Forest Drive

The Woodlands, TX 77381

The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming

6464 Creekside Forest Drive

The Woodlands, TX 77389

281-210-3950

Email: recreation@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/parksandrecreation

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