The Howard Hughes Corporation® (NYSE: HHC) has announced that it will partner with Kirby Ice House, a popular Houston patio bar, to build its third  Houston region location on over four acres in The Woodlands® Town Center. Kirby Ice House is building its new location at 1700 Lake Robbins Drive, at the northeast intersection of Six Pines Drive and Lake Robbins Drive, across from The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion.

The popular ice house will provide a similar format to its Upper Kirby and Memorial locations, with over 10,000 square feet of indoor bar space and over 18,000 square feet of backyard space with room for outdoor games, food trucks and events. Guests will find the same variety of draft beers, cocktails, wine, and spirits with a rustic look that features Texas signage, vintage movie posters, and plenty of seating. It will have over 70 HDTVs and 120 taps for beer—plus a 141-foot bar, claiming the distinction as the longest bar in Texas.

“As we add locations, we are looking to bring the same Kirby Ice House brand to more people by maintaining the experience and service that made our first location so popular,” said Russ Morgan, Kirby Ice House partner. “We are excited to create the ultimate gathering spot and event space in the center of The Woodlands’ vibrant community and commercial hub, to serve the area’s residents, companies and visitors.”


The Woodlands location will be the largest indoor area for Kirby Ice House, and its first indoor/outdoor bar with sliding windows, and its best AV/TV package to date.

“We are extremely excited to announce our partnership with Kirby Ice House to bring their best-in-class concept to the heart of The Woodlands Town Center,”  said Jim Carman, President - Houston Region for The Howard Hughes Corporation. “Our community has been looking for additional entertainment options, and I am looking forward to enjoying our first pre-Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion concert gathering or a big game watching event at Kirby Ice House in The Woodlands.”

“Kirby Ice House is a beloved Houston hospitality concept that is very thoughtful with their location strategy,” said Sydney Dixon with CBRE. “The proximity to greenspace, complementary retail, and corporate campuses in The Woodlands made this an ideal expansion location for their business, which hosts over 300 events a year at each location.”

The new Woodlands location is the first development outside of Houston for Kirby Ice House.

CBRE’s Sydney Dixon and Brian Ashby represented Kirby Ice House in the transaction negotiations while The Howard Hughes Corporation was represented in-house.

Main Street Theater’s holiday favorite returns this month with Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon. MST Founding Artistic Director Rebecca Greene Udden has long been a champion of Jane Austen’s work, even adapting Pride and Prejudice for the stage herself, which the company produced in 1988 and 1996. It seems only fitting, then, that Pride and Prejudice sequels would become MST’s regular holiday plays. MST has also produced The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley, the Gunderson/Melcon offering of what’s happening “downstairs” while the events of Miss Bennet are happening “upstairs” at Pemberley. “It’s a pleasure to bring back Miss Bennet,” says Ms. Udden. “Many people have told us that the whole Pemberley set of plays has become a mainstay of their holiday activities, so we are glad to be able to offer it once again!”

Original cast members Chaney Moore and Lindsay Ehrhardt will reprise their roles as Mary Bennet and Anne de Bourgh, respectively. Skyler Sinclair returns as well, but this time in the role of Elizabeth Bennet. The rest of the cast includes Yemi Otulana, Alexandra Szteo-Joe, B. Connor Flynn, Gabriel Regojo, Aaron Alford, Graham Childers, and Antonia Laverde.

The production opens Saturday night, November 20 at 7:30pm and runs through December 19 at MST – Rice Village, 2540 Times Blvd.  Performances are Thursdays - Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 3pm.  Tickets are $36 - $55, depending on date, section, and availability. THANKSGIVING WEEK PERFORMANCES: Wednesday, Nov. 24, Friday – Sunday, Nov 26 – 28.

All tickets are on sale via phone at 713.524.6706 or online at MainStreetTheater.com. Please visit www.MainStreetTheater.com for Main Street’s COVID-19 safety protocols.  

Main Street will also be streaming the production beginning the first week in December. Visit http://www.MainStreetTheater.com for the latest details.

About Miss Bennet: Christmas as Pemberley

A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, Miss Bennet is set two years after the novel ends and continues the story, this time with bookish middle sister Mary as the unlikely heroine. Mary is growing tired of her role as the dutiful middle sister in the midst of everyone else’s romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love.

If you're looking for Holiday camps to keep your kiddos busy during the holiday break, here are some options for you around town!

Young Chef's Academy - Christmas/Winter
2021 Winter Culinary Camp - Beat the winter blues away and warm up with delicious cooking fun at Young Chefs Academy Culinary Camp. Create irresistible recipes that melt in your mouth like a snowflake. The magic comes alive as young chefs put their culinary skills to the test to produce their own mouth-watering SWEET and SAVORY creations.
December 20 - 22, 2021, 10:00am - 1:00pm and 2:00pm - 5:00pm
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The Woodlands Township, The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive - Thanksgiving & Christmas/Winter
Sunny Dayz Camp - Give the gift of fun this holiday season at our holiday break camps! Camper will enjoy theme days full of activities, games, crafts and more! Campers will also enjoy Sunny Dayz favorites such as: special snacks, visits to the parks, Ga-Ga ball, foursquare and more!
Thanksging Break - November 22 - 24, 2021 - 7:30am - 6:00pm (unless otherwise noted)  - Ages 6-12, $50 daily, $125 3 days
Winter Break - December 20 - 23; December 27 - 31; January 3 - 4 - Ages 6-12, $50 Daily, $125 Three-Day, $175 Four-Day
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Cordovan Art School, 8000 McBeth Way - Thanksgiving & Winter
Thanskgiving & Winter Art Camps - Cordovan Art School presents Thanksgiving Art Camps and Winter Break Camps for Kids for children aged 5-12. The BEST Art Camps in the Greater The Woodlands Area!
Thanksgiving Break - November 22 - 24, 2021, 9:00am - 4:00pm or half days (Extended Care available).
Winter Break - December 20 - January 4, 2022, 9:00am  4:00pm or half days (Extended Care Available)
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The Learning Zoo, 15428 Delores Ln, Conroe - Christmas/Winter
Winter at the Zoo - A week of animal-centered activities, holiday stories, crafts, and more. Limited to a total of 8 campers, we'll break into smaller groups to: pet and hold a variety of kid-friendly animals, prepare zoo food, hand feed small and gentle animals, create enrichment games for our ambassador animals, explore conservation options for children, read holiday animal stories,  and work on related projects. Open to ages 6-8, our camp will give your animal lovers a special way to celebrate the Holidays!
December 20 - 23, 2021, 1:00pm - 3:00pm, $100
Winter Zookeeper Camp - Campers will receive personalized instruction in animal husbandry, and spend their mornings caring for our reptiles, mammals, birds, and more!
December 27 - 31, 1: For ages 9-11, $175
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Deon Blakemore Basketball - Thanksgiving & Christmas/Winter
Thanksgiving & Chritsmas Basketball Camps - Holiday Camp with Coach Deon! Our camp curriculum will consist of ball-handling, shooting mechanics, footwork, agility and conditioning and the proper fundamentals of the game.
November 22 - 24, 2021, 9:00am - 4:00pm or half days
December 20 - 22, 2021, 9:00am - 4:00pm or half days
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Ninja Warrior Camp & Maximum Athletics - Thanksgiving
Join us for FUN Ninja-Inspired Games, Obstacle Courses, Open Gym Time, and so much more! Concessions will be available though we do ask that campers pack a snack, lunch, and water. ($35 for one day, $60 for both). November 22 & November 23, 
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Join The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion for a rockin’ good time at a movie night under the stars Saturday, November 13 at 7 p.m. Families are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite music genre or wearing a concert t-shirt for a screening of Trolls: World Tour on the venue’s large LED screens. Mezzanine and lawn seating are FREE. Tickets for GA orchestra seating are $10 each and include unlimited popcorn. Gates will open at 6 p.m. for the event sponsored by Texas Children’s Hospital-The Woodlands. Please note popcorn is not included with lawn and mezzanine seating; however, lawn chairs will be provided for free.                                                                                            

Pre-movie activities start at 6 p.m. and include making a wristband craft at The Pavilion Partners Arts & Crafts booth, photo opportunities and a variety of themed games in the North Plaza.

Movie nights at the venue enable The Pavilion to fulfill its mission of introducing new audiences to the impact the performing arts can have on people of all ages. In the movie, Poppy states that real harmony takes a lot of different voices. The performing arts inspire kids to form connections that transcend differences – teaching them that no one style of music or art is more valid than another.  The unique connection between the popular movie and the power of the performing arts makes it a perfect opportunity for The Pavilion to achieve its mission in a creative and fun way.

All guests are encouraged to review The Pavilion’s bag policy – clear bags sized 12” x 12” or smaller are permitted as well as non-clear handheld clutches sized 4.5” x 6.5” or smaller. This policy is in effect to ensure the safety of guests and staff members as well as eliminate the need for close personal contact. Medically necessary bags and diaper bags are permitted but will be searched and tagged. Please visit The Pavilion’s website for more information on these restrictions.

Free parking is available in the on-site Town Center Garage, located along Six Pines Drive. Guests also may park in any of the free parking lots off Timberloch Drive on the southwest side of The Pavilion.

The Woodlands Township invites residents and visitors alike to enjoy The Ice Rink at The Woodlands Town Center, this year presented by Woodforest National Bank, opening for daily enjoyment Saturday, November 19, 2021 through Monday, January 17, 2022.

“We are excited about partnering with The Ice Rink at The Woodlands Town Center,” says Jay Dreibelbis, President and CEO of Woodforest National Bank. “This facility helps families and friends ring in the holiday season, and creates a true winter feeling throughout the holidays every year. Woodforest Bank is proud to be a part of that tradition.”

The Ice Rink at The Woodlands Town Center is located at 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands, 77380, near the north gate entry of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion and the intersection of Lake Robbins Drive and Six Pines Drive. The 21,000-square-foot permanent multipurpose facility features ice skating in a main room with lighting, a state-of-the-art sound system, tables for parties and concessions.

Hours of operation are Monday to Thursday from 3 to 9 p.m., Friday from 3 to 11 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. The Ice Rink is open during special holiday hours on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day and school holidays (based on the Conroe ISD calendar). 

Admission for a two-hour skate session is $12.50 for adults and $6 for children 5 and under. All prices include skate rental. Helmet and walker (children’s skate trainer) rentals are also available for an additional cost. Advance booking online is highly encouraged to ensure capacity is not met for a desired skate time. For full details including hours, pricing and to purchase tickets online, please visit www.thewoodlandsicerink.com.

Table rentals and reservations are available for parties or corporate events. For rental information, reservations or other details, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . 

Ice Rink guests should practice social distancing, refrain from gathering in large groups and continue to follow all guidelines established by the CDC. Face coverings are optional. Please note all information is subject to change, pending local, state and federal Orders or Declarations.   

The Woodlands Township will be celebrating the start of the holiday season at the annual Lighting of the Doves festival Saturday, November 20, 2021, from 3 to 9 p.m. at Town Green Park, located at 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands, 77380. 

The Lighting of the Doves festival is a long-standing tradition in The Woodlands that heralds the beginning of the holiday season in the community. Symbolizing hope and peace for the holidays, the ceremonial illumination of the doves attracts thousands of residents and visitors each year. This event includes Santa Claus arriving in a special way via a Sleigh Boat.

Festival activities will include balloon art, craft activities with The Woodlands Children's Museum (while supplies last), face painting, live entertainment on two stages, strolling entertainment and snow play areas and snow slide ($5 wristband required for access. Wristbands can be purchased onsite at the event with cash or credit card. Please be advised if paying with cash, change will not be available). A live reindeer photo area, sponsored by America’s First ER, will also be available. The event will culminate with a special appearance by Santa Claus, sponsored by Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands, followed by a dazzling fireworks display.
 
Coolers, picnic baskets. blankets and lawn chairs are permitted. Glass is prohibited. Those planning to attend the event should practice social distancing, refrain from gathering is large groups and continue to follow all guidelines established by the CDC. Face coverings are optional. Please note all information is subject to change, pending local, state and federal Orders and Declarations. 

Lighting of the Doves is produced by The Woodlands Township Parks and Recreation Department and sponsored by The Howard Hughes Corporation®, Waste Management, Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands and America’s ER. 

For additional details, please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/lightingofthedoves.