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Woodlands Retiree to Walk 500 Miles Across Spain to Raise Funds for Parkinson’s Research

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After summiting Mount Kilimanjaro and reaching 17,500 feet on Aconcagua, 69-year-old Woodlands retiree Tomas “Tommy” Melli is taking on a new challenge in his ongoing fight against Parkinson’s disease: walking nearly 500 miles across Spain on the historic Camino de Santiago.

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Hop on Over for EggTivities and a Visit with the Easter Bunny!

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The Woodlands Children's Museum's eggs-tremely popular EggTivities event takes place on Friday, April 18 from 10am-3pm and Saturday, April 19  from 10am-2pm. In addition to enjoying the museum’s exhibits, guests can visit with the Easter Bunny, dye eggs, create an eggs-traordinary bunny mask, and embellish egg carton baskets and bunny boxes to carry their eggs-cellently decorated one-of-a-kind eggs.

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Easter-themed Photo Opp in Market Street - April 18-21, 2025

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Hop on over! Market Street is making sure that Easter weekend will be egg-cellent for guests of all ages with a themed photo opportunity April 18 – 21 in Central Park. Families can enjoy taking a photo at an Easter-themed photo opp. in Central Park all weekend long, making it the perfect stop before or after enjoying Easter brunch at one of Market Street’s dining options.  

For additional information on Market Street, visit https://shopatmarketstreet.com.               

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Easter Weekend at Margaritaville - Circus shows, Easter bunny, Brunch, Comedy, and MAGIC!!

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Hippity Hoppity! The Easter bunny is on his way, and so is the fun at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe on Easter weekend. Here is a lineup of fun and festive events and activities for the entire family to enjoy:

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Wonderseum now accepting registration for the 2025-2026 School Year

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Wonderseum, a Reggio Emilia inspired preschool program nestled within The Woodlands Children's Museum, is excited to announce that registration for the 2025-2026 school year is now open. Designed exclusively for four-year-olds, Wonderseum offers a unique and enriching learning experience that seamlessly blends structured pre-kindergarten curriculum with the boundless exploration opportunities of a dynamic children's museum.

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Authentic Brazilian Steakhouse Sal E Brasa to open in Shenandoah this Spring

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Olá, amigos! Get ready for a tastebud fiesta at Sal e Brasa, your new favorite Brazilian steakhouse in Shenandoah, TX!

Sal e Brasa, where Brazil meets Texas, is thrilled to announce its grand opening this Spring in Shenandoah, Texas. They're bringing over 30 years of culinary expertise straight from the heart of Brazil to The Woodlands area, offering an authentic churrasco adventure that won't break the bank.

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College Park H.S. Senior Matthew Yu receives $20K Scholarship

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In celebration of its 20th anniversary, The Woodlands Arts Council (TWAC) awarded a one-time commemorative $20,000 scholarship to an exceptional student –Matthew Yu, a Senior at College Park High School– to support his pursuit of higher education. This special award supports TWAC’s mission to provide regional cultural and educational enrichment opportunities that encourage, support, and promote the performing and visual arts.

TWAC’s Board Members voted unanimously to mark this milestone with a significant investment in the next generation of artists. “Investing in our students keeps the arts council true to its mission,” emphasized Jenny Carattini-Wright, TWAC’s Executive Director & CEO. “Presenting this one-time award in honor of the 20th anniversary felt like a natural way to celebrate our commitment to the arts and education.”

Matthew’s portfolio, which earned him this award, included three pieces: The Fruit Sellers, Breakfast at Fu Hang, and Rainy Reflections Outside Grandma’s. He described his 2D mixed media work as heavily influenced by urban sketching–a practice in which artists rapidly sketch scenes of everyday life in outdoor settings on locations. These pieces were created in the summer of 2023 during one of his visits to his parents’ hometown in Taiwan.

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“Identity is central to my art,” explained Matthew when describing the journey of his creations. “My linework is a blend of Asian and Western artistic elements, reflecting my life between the East (Taiwan), where my extended family resides, and the West (America), where I was born and raised. Ultimately, my creative practice is about leaving behind artifacts of my existence—evidence of the life I’ve lived, the stories I’ve encountered, and the emotions I’ve felt”.

The Student Art Scholarship Program has been foundational to TWAC’s mission, fostering artistic talent and supporting students pursuing higher education. With the Because Arts Matter committee’s guidance, the program has evolved while staying true to its purpose. Over the past 20 years, TWAC has awarded scholarships to 282 students. This year, 14 graduating seniors from Montgomery County received $60,000 in Student Art Scholarships to help them take the next step in their academic and artistic journeys.

Matthew’s artwork will be displayed at The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival on April 11, 12 & 13, 2025. Additionally, the Student Art Scholarship Program Volume III, featuring the work of this year’s Student Art Scholarship Program awardees, will be available for purchase at the festival. To purchase tickets and learn more about The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival visit: https://www.thewoodlandsartscouncil.org/p/buytickets