My visit to the Brookwood Store became the most pleasant shopping experience I had last week! Have you visited? The pop-up shop is open 10am - 5pm Tuesdays thru Saturdays and is located at 2025 Hughes Landing across the parking lot from Whole Foods. When I popped in, a treasure trove of high-quality handcrafted soaps, body creams, candles, decorative art, food products, and plants welcomed me in to gleefully spend the $50 gift card I’d received for Christmas.

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.

Sometimes it's hard to figure out this recycling thing. What's considered trash? How do I prep my recyclables? Should I be rinsing these cans first? And what do I do with all these pizza boxes from last night's party?

Well, recycling can be simple for you yet! The Woodlands Township has put together these straight-forward guidelines that show us all we need to know about what's acceptable to be recycled, and how to properly prepare our items.  For instance, did you know we shouldn't be bagging our recyclables? And plastic bags are not an acceptable recyclable? Did you know we should be emptying, rinsing, and keeping caps on our containers before recycling?

CLICK HERE to read all the guidelines that will take the guesswork out of your curbside recycling efforts in 2021!

Whether you're craving sun, adventure, or cozy nights under the stars, there’s something magical about hitting the open road with your loved ones. From splashing in the surf at the beach to the thrills of a theme park, indoor waterpark, or camping under the stars, these family-friendly destinations are sure to bring joy, laughter, and lots of bonding time. Pack up the car and get ready for an adventure the whole family will remember for years to come!