Have you seen "Cowboy Jack"? Longtime local residents John & Andrea Havard wanted to create a fun and educational show for kids that would showcase area attractions and businesses by means of a “weekly virtual field trip” via YouTube. With John dressed head to toe like a cowboy and Andrea working hard behind the camera, the duo creates a new episode once a week.

"Cowboy Jack" focuses on speaking peer-to-peer with children to develop their vocabularies while going on adventures to cover everything our community has to offer. Agility dogs diving into pools, indoor play places, The Woodlands Children’s Museum, a science lab specifically for kids, equestrian center, train museum...if your child likes it, Cowboy Jack has you covered!

The entire goal is to entertain children and encourage learning through play and exploration. Check out "Cowboy Jack" - Educational and Fun Videos for Kids on YouTube and subscribe to catch the latest episodes!

The Montgomery County Memorial Library System is delighted to remind residents that library branches are fully open for services in a safety-conscious environment. All library branches are open for a multitude of services, and no reservation is needed for a visit. Computer labs are available for individual use for up to 2 hours a day with either a regular borrower's card or the MConline digital access card. Study rooms are available for up to 2 hours a day with your library card. Reservations are needed but can be made as a walk-in or up to 24 hours in advance online at https://www.countylibrary.org/rooms.htm. WiFi is free at all library locations during regular business hours.

MCMLS remains committed to your health and safety. Seating areas are spaced to encourage social distancing. Cleaning wipes are available for use as well. Library staff can assist you in book recommendations, reference questions, and research. However, computer assistance is limited due to social distancing restrictions. Many library programs are currently available on our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3hcrCh2. Check it out for the latest events as well as entertaining and informative ideas.

• Central Library- Conroe, TX: Mon.-Thu. 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM & Fri.-Sat. 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• South Regional Library- The Woodlands, TX: Mon.-Thu. 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM & Fri.-Sat. 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• George & Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library- The Woodlands, TX: Mon.-Thu. 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM & Fri.-Sat. 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• R.B. Tullis Branch Library- New Caney, TX: Mon., Tue., Thu. 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM,  Wed. 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM & Fri.-Sat. 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Malcolm Purvis Library- Magnolia, TX: Mon. 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Tue.-Thu. 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, & Fri.-Sat. 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• R.F. Meador Library- Willis, TX: Mon. 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Thu. 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, & Fri.-Sat. 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Charles B. Stewart- West Branch Library- Montgomery, TX: Mon., Tue., Thu. 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Wed. 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, & Fri.-Sat. 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

The Montgomery County Memorial Library System has 7 locations throughout Montgomery County. The System houses a collection of approximately 704,357 books, audiobooks, and DVDs and access to a digital collection of 820,506 eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eVideos. The Montgomery County Memorial Library System is committed to being a leading resource of information, education, culture, and recreation, contributing to life-long learning, and adapting to the community's special needs and interests.  

To connect visit:

www.countylibrary.org

facebook.com/mcmlsTX/

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If you think life’s a snore, try one of these TAPS events offered by Harris County and held at various locations throughout the area, including as close as Burroughs Park just minutes from The Woodlands.

I signed up for a FREE Friday Cart Cruise, and this was my view from the back of a golf cart one lovely morning a couple weeks ago! The 8-passenger golf cart was occupied by me and two of my children, and a plastic shield separated us from the driver / guide who was super friendly and shared – via the cart’s intercom system - a myriad of interesting facts about the Spring Creek Trail. On our 1-hour cruise beginning at Pundt Park in Spring, we stopped several times to learn about identifying trees, plants, markings, and tracks. My kiddos received a valuable nature lesson, and I went home with a couple of freshly picked bay leaves from the forest. 

Upcoming events through TAPS include movie night in the park, archery for children, canoeing, cart tours, kayaking, stargazing, yoga, and more!

WoodlandsMommy.com Pro Tip: Even if the event says “Waitlist Only”, don’t be discouraged. Sign up anyway! Cancellations happen very frequently and the staff are diligent about working the waitlist.

CLICK HERE to see the Harris County Precinct 4 TAPS ("Trails as Parks") events and to start signing up.

As we approach the end of winter and emerge from an unseasonably cold season in the Lone Star State, students and families are undoubtedly looking forward to a little fun in the sun during Spring Break. 

An easy car ride from The Woodlands area, Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe | Houston offers the perfect place to relax and unwind or discover a Texas-sized adventure.

National Youth Theater announces their upcoming productions of Annie and Disney’s Newsies, The Musical. Gather your family and friends and come watch little orphan Annie and the other girls in the orphanage, and a band of teenaged "newsies" strike against unfair conditions and fight for what's right.

The talented cast of Annie, comprised of ages 8-19, presents the show April 9-11 at Concordia Lutheran High School located at 700 E. Main Street in Tomball. The directorial team includes director Aimee Bowles, assistant director Holly Jasso, vocal director David Horn, choreographer Carla Prescott, and directing intern Jaylyn Richards.

Performances:

• Friday, April 9 at 7 p.m.
• Saturday, April 10 at 2:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.
• Sunday, April 11 at 2:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. 

The talented cast of Newsies, comprised of ages 13-19, presents the show April 16-18 at Concordia Lutheran High School located at 700 E. Main Street in Tomball. The directorial team includes director Erica Gallegos, assistant director Kristi Vaughn, vocal director Lisa Morales, and choreographer Jenny Moyado.

Performances:

• Friday, April 16 at 7 p.m.
• Saturday, April 17 at 2 p.m. & 6 p.m.
• Sunday, April 18 at 2 p.m. & 6 p.m. 

Tickets can be purchased online at nationalyouththeater.org/ticketing. Online tickets are $15; at the door tickets are $18; and groups of 15+ are $12.

The YMCA of Greater Houston is proud to announce plans to start construction of Phase 1 of the Holcomb Family YMCA. The project site will be situated on the shores of the beautiful 100-acre Lake Holcomb on Imperial Promenade Drive, near Highway 99 / Grand Parkway in the Falls at Imperial Oaks Development. This highly anticipated project will consist of a unique and innovative outdoor design that is open and welcoming. Featured amenities include a 12,000 sqft pavilion with turf, multi-purpose court for basketball, pickleball, and other sports. In addition, there will be a one-of-a-kind outdoor fitness center and large multi-purpose sports fields. Construction on the complex is scheduled to begin in March 2021, with an estimated completion goal of Fall 2021.