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New FREE Microsoft Summer Camps Immerse Kids in the Magic of Coding and Video Game Design

Students participate in a free Summer Camp where they learn to code in the popular world of Harry Potter by casting spells with the Harry Potter Kano Coding kit.

Microsoft Store has offered free summer camps dedicated to teaching kids technical skills to pursue their passions since opening its first store in 2009. This year's new camps such as "Harry Potter Creative Coding Camp" and "Design and Create Your Own Video Game with MakeCode Arcade" not only encourage an interest in STEM and explore abilities future professional gamers, developers and coders need for success, but also provide life skills that translate outside of the classroom.

Registration for Summer Camps is now open, with camps taking place in May through August. To register, visit the local Microsoft Store on Level 1 of The Woodlands Mall between Forever 21 and Nordstrom or visit their website.

Texas TreeVentures Aerial Adventure Course now open

Texas TreeVentures, a program of The Woodlands Township, is now open for reservations. Please visit the Texas TreeVentures website for more information and to view reservation availability at texastreeventures.com.

"The Woodlands Township is excited about launching Texas TreeVentures, an aerial adventure course. This course will allow people to experience The Woodlands and The George Mitchell Nature Preserve in a whole new way," said The Woodlands Township Director of Parks and Recreation Chris Nunes.

Our Round Up of Area Kindergarten Registrations

Whether the thought of Kindergarten makes you boo-hoo or woo-hoo, we've rounded up registration details for area districts below:

Conroe ISD will have Kindergarten Early Registration April 15-26 and district-wide evening registration on April 25th from 4:00-6:30.

Tomball ISD Kindergarten registration is April 16 or 18 depending on your campus.

Disney on Ice Presents "Mickey's Search Party"' April 17-21

Join Mickey Mouse and his friends at Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party, a brand-new adventure filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics and unexpected stunts! Help them follow Captain Hook's treasure map and look for clues in the search for Tinker Bell in immersive, fantastic worlds. Explore the colorful spirit realm of Coco in Miguel's Disney On Ice debut, sail away with Moana as she bravely saves her island, see Belle in the sky above you as the enchanted chandelier comes to life, and sing-along with Elsa in the icy world of Frozen.

Editor’s Review: Amazing Crêpes at Sweet Paris

So. Much. Charm! I dropped in at Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café mid-morning on a Monday, and right away, I knew this restaurant was something special. I thought my daughter and I would have the place to ourselves... you know, with it being Monday and 36 degrees and all. But there were couples sitting together drinking coffee, two groups of lady friends enjoying a brunch with spirited conversation and laughter, and other patrons who were dining alone and quietly savoring the energetic vibe of this place.

I have to tell you about the food, but first you should know I was captivated by the atmosphere. Sweet Paris is spacious and bright, yet quaint, with enough seating indoors and outside for up to 80 patrons. With its beautiful blue walls and elegant chandeliers, the decor is chic and modern, and I dare say transformative without feeling forced. I’m positive this is what everyone wants their French cafés to feel like - sophisticated, but very warm and approachable. Yes, this is it!

A wall of windows highlights one entire side of the restaurant, and natural light pours in, and the setting is just amazingly sweet and… Parisian! You order your food at the front counter, and then you go find a table (or hang around and watch your food being made in front of you, if it’s not too busy!).

The Pavilion Welcomes “America’s Orchestra” to the Main Stage for 30th Season Community Celebration

The Pavilion will kick off its 30th season of presenting the arts to The Woodlands and beyond with a community celebration featuring a special performance by The Boston Pops on Tour Thursday, March 21, at 8 p.m. Renowned Principal Pops Conductor Keith Lockhart and “America’s Orchestra” will celebrate the music of John Williams, one of the greatest film composers of all time. Mezzanine and lawn seating are free. Presented by Woodforest National Bank, tickets are $35-$50 for reserved orchestra seating. Gates open at 6:30 p.m.

To commemorate the anniversary season, The Pavilion has partnered with graphic artist Carlos Hernandez to design a limited edition poster for our supporters. The first two thousand people to enter the gates at the event will receive this limited edition poster.