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Escape to the Woods – YMCA Camp Cullen


It's been said that "You don't need therapy; you just need to go camping."
 
Our recent stay at YMCA Camp Cullen was relaxing and enjoyable, and I don't anticipate needing therapy anytime soon! Located just an hour and 15 minutes from The Woodlands in Trinity, TX, the campground is a haven for kicking back and taking it easy while enjoying the great outdoors. 

For the current season, YMCA Camp Cullen has created a weekend camp experience for families entitled Escape to the Woods, meant to allow guests to enjoy isolation and maintain as much social distancing as they prefer.

Registration is Open for Daddy Daughter Dinner Dance

Now in its 22nd year, the Daddy Daughter Dinner Dance has been a tradition that brings fathers and daughters together for a night of fun, games, and dancing. The event will be held February 13, 2021, at a new location, The Westin at The Woodlands, on The Woodlands Waterway, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Registration for this event is now open.

This year’s theme, “Disco,” is a great opportunity to spend special time with your dad or daughter and create lasting memories for years to come.

The Good Vibe Farm - Add this to your fall to-do list!

October afternoons are for adventures, and that’s certainly what we enjoyed this past Monday afternoon when my family of 6 visited The Good Vibe Farm in Tomball. If you appreciate friendly farm animals, visiting this lovely family estate - located just 25 minutes from The Woodlands - is something you must experience this autumn! We received a leisurely, organized tour of the grounds by the owner, Joei, and one of her sweet kiddos, and they were the most gracious, pleasant hosts we could have wanted! They were eager to share their knowledge (my 6 year old asked lots of questions) and made us feel so welcome! Here's a quick video; then read on below for even more details and photos:

 

The Good Vibe Farm offers private tours, so we had the whole farm to ourselves (along with our hosts) for just over an hour, and every bit of our time was consumed doing something different and exciting to us. First, we got to enjoy the sweet female goats. They were friendly and clean, and they love to climb!

Market Street announces Fall Concert Series on Thursdays this Fall!

Just in time for cooler fall temperatures, Market Street is bringing back the much-loved Fall Concert Series beginning Thursday, October 1 through October 29 from 6 – 8:00 p.m. Kicking off the series October 1 will be the popular classic rock sounds of Nobody’s Fool with Kelley Peters. Additionally, Market Street is offering live acoustic music courtesy of the Sarah Kelly Music School every Friday in Central Park from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. 

Texas Renaissance Festival to open October 3 – November 29 for its 46th Season

Huzzah! The Texas Renaissance Festival (TRF) is back for 2020 with all its treats for the season, and the King and Queen are anticipating your arrival! Each year over 450,000 patrons enter through the gates of the festival into a 16th Century European Village where performers immerse you in an enchantment that features 21 stages of music and stage acts, 400 shoppes, artisans, and a world tour for the taste buds. With its old-fashioned rides to its delightful bites (turkey leg, anyone?) and one-of-a-kind shopping, the Ren Fest – located just one hour north of Houston - is fun for the whole family. Season dates are Saturdays and Sundays, October 3 – November 29, 2020. 

Did somebody say DONUTS? Make plans for Friday, Sept. 25 @ noon!

Do-nut miss this opportunity to try some amazing donuts! On Friday, September 25, 2020, the donut ambulance from Hurts Donut Co. will visit The Woodlands Children’s Museum to offer one-of-a-kind pastries to visitors. With only one location in the Houston area, the museum is excited to provide this experience to the community. Donuts will be available starting at 12:00pm until sold out. 

“This is such a fun way to offer a family-friendly event,” stated Angela Colton, the museum’s Executive Director. “We had a wonderful turnout recently at our milkshake day and we thought the community would enjoy these delicious donuts, too. As a fundraiser, Hurts is generously donating a portion of their sales to the museum.