It's the MOST wonderful time of the year! Texas Academy of Dance Arts presents The Nutcracker, a beautiful Christmas classic filled with fairytale, surprise, and a dash of humor.

You and your family can visit the Houston Zoo for FREE on the first Tuesday of almost every month, September through May, from open to close. Please note that this offer does not include Zoo Lights, the carousel, giraffe feeding, or other events/attractions. Free daytime admission to the Houston Zoo is provided once a month from open until closing. Online reservations are required for all guests and members during this time. Tickets will not be available at the gate.

Little goblins take to the streets, witches are flying high, Frankenstein’s monster is avoiding fire, and Dracula is trying to find the nearest blood bank. So, what are your plans for Halloween? If you are looking for safe, fun, indoor activities these next few days, don’t worry, we have you covered. Zombies in our area have long known that some of the smartest, brainiest visitors have flocked to Shenandoah for the best indoor activities. With great indoor Halloween spots and delicious fall-themed food, there is more to do in Shenandoah than you can shake a stake at. Here are a few places to haunt this Halloween in Shenandoah:

The Woodlands Township invites princesses, ghosts, goblins, pirates and more to Trick or Treat Trail featuring Monster Mash on Sunday, October 29, 2023, from 2 to 6 p.m. at its new location at The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, located at 6464 Creekside Forest Drive in The Woodlands, TX 77389. 

Vitacca Ballet & School for Dance presents The Woodlands Nutracker from November 24-26, 2023 at The Woodlands Resort.

The Nutcracker is a dazzling holiday tradition for children and adults of all ages. Bring your family and friends on Clara’s magical journey from her Victorian-era home on Christmas Eve into the Land of Snow and Kingdom of Sweets. The Nutcracker is a time honored, perfect introduction for children to the wonderful world of ballet. The Woodlands Nutcracker is a one-of-a-kind experience for the entire family. Enjoy the performance while seated at a family specific, audience table. Audience tables sold in two, three, four, six and eight seats. Find out more about Vitacca Ballet’s The Nutcracker and purchase your family specific table at VitaccaDance.com.

The Woodlands Township reminds residents that early voting for the November election begins on Monday, October 23, 2023. The last day of early voting by personal appearance is November 3, 2023.

Three at-large positions on The Woodlands Township Board of Directors will be elected in the November 2023 election, designated as positions 5, 6, and 7. To vote in The Woodlands Township election, you must be a registered voter in the county of your residence and a resident of The Woodlands Township. To learn more about the Township election and ballot positions for candidates, please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/novemberelection.