Incredible Edibles at Sheldon Lake State Park

Take a walk into the past and listen to stories of plants that were used by those who came before us at Sheldon Lake State Park. This talk is December 2 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and is free to the public. Sheldon Lake State Park


Sunset Pontoon Cruise on Armand Bayou

Join Armand Bayou Nature Center for a relaxing and educational sunset trip to observe the wildlife of Armand Bayou aboard the Bayou Ranger, an electric pontoon boat. The board departs from Bay Area Park December 1 at 3:30 p.m. for a 1 1/2 hour cruise. Reservations are required so call 281 474-2551 ext. 10. The […]


Hike the Montgomery County Preserve Trails

The Montgomery County Preserve is a hidden gem in the heart of The Woodlands on Pruitt Road. It is a nice park for birdwatching, hiking, and native plant observation. There are interpretive signs on the the 1.7 miles of trail to help you identify the plants and trees in the preserve. The hiking trail is […]


Eastside Street Farmer’s Market

The Eastside St. Farmer’s Market is every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 3000 Richmond. The Urban Harvest Farmers Markets bring the bounty of the garden to Houstonians several times a week year round, rain or shine. Growers offer locally-produced vegetables, fruits, farm products, dairy products, prepared foods, cut flowers and plants. Our […]


Breakfast on the Bayou – Pontoon Boat Ride

Start your weekend by enjoying a leisurely morning drifting down Armand Bayou December 1 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. aboard the Bayou Ranger, Armand Bayou Nature Center’s electric pontoon boat. This trip through the heart of the nature center presents an uncommon opportunity to watch and learn about life on the bayou and observe […]


An Old-Fashioned Christmas at Jesse H. Jones Park

Experience the traditions of earlier times as the homestead comes to life with 19th century holiday customs. Enjoy music, a holiday craft, tree lighting, wassail, cookies, and an early visit from Saint Nicholas at Jesse H. Jones Park December 1 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Reservations are required.


Levy Park Holiday Festival

Levy Park, located in the Upper Kirby District of Houston, will present the Levy Park Holiday Festival Dec. 1 and Dec 2 with events and activities for all ages and interests, including music, a market, a family photo booth and even an ugly sweater contest for dogs. The free two-day festival is from noon – […]


Yoga and Zumba at Levy Park

Levy Park may be the newest park to open in Houston but they have already set up numerous classes to get you moving and outdoors. They currently have Zumba, hula hooping, Tai Chi, and yoga. Come enjoy a yoga class Sundays at 10:00 a.m. and if you are really feeling up to it, Zumba at 11:00 […]


Arts in the Park – Sheldon Lake State Park

‘Get to know’ your park by joining Sheldon Lake State Park at the Pond Center for their weekly craft-ernoon! The event is November 24 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and as always free. They will provide all the materials for this fun, recycled craft! All ages are welcome! Arts in the Parks is a […]


Happy Thanksgiving

Have a happy and blessed thanksgiving today and remember to get up and out of the chair for a few walks so you can have the stamina to eat more today and shop more tomorrow.