Houston Events July 11, 2009
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| Concerts 514226 | Katie ArmigerHouston native and rising country music artist Katie Armiger performs a 45-minute set, signs autographs, and accompanies one lucky concert-goer on a shopping spree with a $500 gift card in the mall. 281.644.5050 http://www.katymills.com 7/11/09 Ages: 5-19 Time: 12n & 6pm Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 496994 | The Cinema of George LucasThe exhibit features nearly 50 props, costumes, and awards from George Lucas's blockbuster films, including Star Wars, Indiana Jones, and American Graffiti. A special section of the exhibit, Live the Adventure, gives visitors the opportunity to shoot, run, and climb their way through scenes from some of these movies. 281.244.2100 http://www.spacecenter.org Ongoing Daily 5/23/09 - 9/20/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-18 Time: During Center hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 495167 | Dinosaurs Alive!The outdoor exhibit features more than 20 life-like animatronic dinosaurs, including a full-size Tyrannosaurus Rex. 800.582.4673 http://www.moodygardens.org Ongoing Daily 6/6/09 - 8/16/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-19 Time: 10am-6pm Cost: $5.95; Children (2 & under) free |
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| Exhibits 420074 | Amy Blakemore: Photographs 1988-2008The exhibit features the photographs of Houston-based artist Amy Blakemore, ranging from early black-and-white street photographs to lushly colored portraits and landscapes. 713.639.7300 http://www.mfah.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 5/9/09 - 9/13/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 414056 | Terra Cotta WarriorsTerra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China's First Emperor includes a sample of the Eighth Wonder of the Ancient World: 20 of the life-like, life-size clay warriors created as protectors of the tomb of China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, in the third century BC. The exhibit also features more than 100 other artifacts from the emperor's vast necropolis, including a suit of armor, pendants, and ritual objects. Advance ticket purchase is highly recommended; tickets include admission to the permanent exhibit halls. 713.639.4629 http://www.hmns.org Ongoing Daily 5/22/09 - 10/18/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During regular hours Cost: Adults $30; Seniors & Children (3-11) $24; Members $15 |
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| Exhibits 412814 | Genghis KhanThe special exhibition explores the innovation, technological mastery, engineering marvels, and cultural sophistication of the world's greatest conqueror, Genghis Khan. The exhibit features interactive role-playing activities; wrap-around screen films; artisans, musicians, dancers, and singers from Mongolia; and treasures and artifacts from a host of Chinese and Mongolian museums. Tickets include admission to the permanent exhibit halls. 713.639.4629 http://www.hmns.org Ongoing Daily 2/27/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-18 Time: During regular hours Cost: Adults $22; Seniors & Children (3-11) $18 |
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| Exhibits 493040 | How People Make ThingsThe special exhibit, inspired by the factory tour segments from the Mister Rogers' Neighborhood television series, offers hands-on activities using real factory tools and machines to create objects with four manufacturing processes - molding, cutting, deforming, and assembly. 713.522.1138 http://www.cmhouston.org Ongoing Daily 5/23/09 - 9/13/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-12 Time: During regular hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 509201 | Facing MarsThe special exhibit explores the challenges and possibilities of human space travel to the Red Planet through a variety of interactive activities. 713.521.1515 http://www.thehealthmuseum.org Ongoing Daily 5/30/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-19 Time: During regular hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Expositions 519044 | Beat the Heat Family ExpoThe family expo features Houston-based educational, health, and entertainment organizations, and offers children's activities, giveaways, coupons, and more. Participating organizations include the Astros, Rockets, Dynamo, and Texans; Rainforest Cafe; Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus; and the Health Museum and the Children's Museum. Located at street level in the Nordstrom wing of the mall. 713.622.0663 http://www.galleriahouston.com 7/11/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 12n-3pm Cost: Free |
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| Fairs & Festivals 515156 | Old World Harvest FestivalFamilies are invited to pick grapes for the winery's harvest. Door prizes are awarded every hour. Children are welcome, and can win special prizes too. Free breakfast is available from 8:30am to 10am (or while supplies last). Lunch and dinner are available for purchase. A DJ plays music in the morning, and The Sharks play live blues and rock in the afternoon. 409.925.1401 http://www.haakwine.com 7/11/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 9am-6pm Cost: Free |
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| Films 141616 | Cry Baby MatineeFirst-run, grown-up films are featured for parents with their little ones. Lights are kept dimmed, the sound is turned down, and baby changing tables are available. 713.225.1470 http://www.ang... on/events.asp Ages: All Ages Time: 11:45am Cost: Adults $7.75; Children (under 5) free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 489585 | Owl ProwlVisitors can join a walk through the woods to look for owls and listen to the sounds of the night. Bring a flashlight. Reservations required. 281.474.2551 http://www.abnc.org 7/11/09 Ages: 6-19 Time: 8pm-10pm Cost: Adults $8; Children $6 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 500738 | Birding 101Moody Gardens and Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council present Birding 101, a series of free classes designed to educate and excite people about the variety of bird life seen around Galveston Island. Participants meet at the Aquarium Pyramid lobby. Birding 101 classes are offered the second Saturday of each month. 800.582.4673 http://www.moodygardens.com 7/11/09 Ages: 5-19 Time: 9am-11am Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 492617 | Pontoon Boat CruisesVisitors can board The Osprey for a 30-minute tour of Buffalo Bayou. Pick-up and drop-off are at the Sabine Street Bridge on the north bank of Buffalo Bayou. No reservations are taken. Seating is on a first come, first served basis, and is limited to six people per ride. Cash only. Children under age four are not permitted. 713.752.0314 http://www.buffalobayou.org 7/11/09 Ages: 4-18 Time: 10am-2pm Cost: Adults $7; Children (4-12) $5 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 505014 | Detective Days: The Case of the Missing TreesBayou Bend hosts an series of educational Detective Days programs during the summer. Kids are provided with clues and then search for 10 special trees hiding amidst a thousand in the gardens and surroundings. (Note: The program is put on hold on July 4, when Bayou Bend hosts a free Independence Day celebration.) 713.639.7750 http://www.mfah.org/bayoubend Ongoing Daily except Mon 6/2/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-10 Time: Tue-Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 1pm-4pm Cost: Adults $5; Children (12 & under) free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 505015 | Detective Days: On the Trail of the Evolving PlantBayou Bend hosts an series of educational Detective Days programs during the summer. Kids ages 10 and up can take a trip through time by tracking woodland and garden vegetation back to the age of the dinosaurs. (Note: The program is put on hold on July 4, when Bayou Bend hosts a free Independence Day celebration.) 713.639.7750 http://www.mfah.org/bayoubend Ongoing Daily except Mon 6/2/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 10-14 Time: Tue-Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 1pm-4pm Cost: Adults $5; Children (12 & under) free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 489600 | Guided Canoe TripGuides from Armand Nature Center lead beginning and expert canoeists on a tour through the backwaters of the bayou to observe the area's wildlife. Life jackets provided. Advance registration required. 281.474.2551 http://www.abnc.org 7/11/09 Ages: 10-19 Time: 8am-11am Cost: $25 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 144198 | StargazingThe Observatory's 14-inch, 18-inch, and 36-inch telescopes are available for visitors to view the stars, planets, and more. Call ahead or check the website for cloud forecast. 979.553.3400or281.242.3055 http://www.hmn... vatory.asp?r=1 Ongoing Each Sat 8/12/06 - 8/12/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-18 Time: 3pm-10pm Cost: Telescope viewing $2-$3;<br>Park entrance: Adults $4; Children (12 and under) free |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 188408 | Bearing Witness: A Community RemembersAuthentic film footage, artifacts, photographs, and documents show life in pre-war Europe, during the Nazi movement, and after the Holocaust. The exhibit includes a very rare and poignant collection of children's shoes recovered from a concentration camp in Poland, and an authentic World War II rail car of the type used to transport people to the concentration camps. 713.942.8000 http://www.hmh.org Ongoing Daily 2/16/07 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 10-18 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 165247 | Gem VaultThe Lester and Sue Smith Gem Vault, a new permanent exhibit hall, features cut and polished jewels, including dazzling examples of diamond, ruby, sapphire, emerald, aquamarine, and more. The centerpiece is a 1,869-carat natural emerald crystal, the largest ever recovered in North America. 713.639.4629 http://www.hmns.org Ongoing Daily 11/17/06 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-18 Time: During Museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission to the permanent exhibition halls |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 113124 | Cockrell Butterfly Center & Hall of EntomologyThe butterfly exhibit is a three-story glass structure that showcases hundreds of live butterflies in a naturalistic rainforest setting, where butterflies flutter among - and occasionally land on - visitors strolling the paths or relaxing on benches. The Brown Hall of Entomology contains several live insects from around the world, as well as interactive displays. A children's room provides a nice quiet spot for parents to sit and for kids to use their imaginations - on hand are books, puzzles, games, tables and chairs, soft benches, insect puppets, and a giant beehive for kids to crawl through and clamber upon. 713.639.4629 http://www.hmns.org Ongoing Daily; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: During museum hours Cost: Adults $8; Seniors and children (3-11) $6, (under 3) free |
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| Ongoing Workshops 114830 | Crafts for KidsStaff members guide kids through entertaining, creative activities at the arts and crafts table every Sat. Parents are welcome to join in, or take the opportunity to shop. Themes and projects vary weekly. Also takes place at the store's Friendswood and Conroe locations. 713.355.1893 http://www.lakeshorelearning.com Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-18 Time: 11am-3pm Cost: Free |
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| Other Events 509716 | Borders Kids' Summer Reading ChallengeKids can hit the books this summer by taking part in Borders Kids' Summer Reading Challenge. Children pick up Challenge Forms at participating Borders locations, read eight books, list them on the form, and return the form to Borders in exchange for a coupon for one $4.99 Reading Challenge item. Details are available online. http://www.bordersstores.com Ongoing Daily 6/16/09 - 8/31/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-12 Time: During business hours Cost: Unknown |
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| Other Events 498475 | Farmers Market at LaCenterraThe market is open every Sat, rain or shine, featuring locally grown produce, baked goods, meats, crafts, and more. 281.533.0340 farmersmarket@lacenterra.com http://www.far... lacenterra.com Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 8am-12n Cost: Unknown |
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| Other Events 143706 | Midtown Farmers' MarketOpen rain or shine, the farmers' market features produce, chocolates, flowers, organic pastries, and much more. On the second Saturday of each month, the market also includes local crafts vendors with handmade jewelry, pottery, soaps, and furniture. http://www.tafia.com/mfm.html Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 8am-12n; Jul-Aug 8am-11am Cost: Unknown |
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| Other Events 123527 | Bayou City Farmers' MarketUrban Harvest hosts a weekly farmers' market featuring fresh produce, eggs, cheese, coffee, honey, and more from the greater Houston area's local farmers. http://www.urbanharvest.org Ongoing Each Sat; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 8am-12n Cost: Moderate. Bring cash. |
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| Other Events 123530 | Houston Farmers MarketSee what's fresh at this week's farmer's market - produce, eggs, cheese, coffee, flowers, and more. Tuesdays at Rice University; Saturdays in the Heights. http://www.hou... mersmarket.com Ongoing Each Tue, Sat; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Tue 3:30pm-7pm; Sat 9am-1pm Cost: Moderate. Bring cash. |
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| Presentations 506419 | Second Saturday Settlers: ChinkingVisitors can learn how early Texas settlers mixed clay, pine straw, and water for chinking, and then help staff fill in gaps in the walls. 281.446.8588 http://www.hcp4.net/jones 7/11/09 Ages: 3-19 Time: 1pm-3pm Cost: Free |
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| Shows 504588 | You're a Good Man, Charlie BrownAce Theatre presents the Broadway musical featuring Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts gang. 281.587.1020 reservations@acetheatre.org http://acetheatre.org Ongoing Each Fri, Sat, Sun 7/10/09 - 7/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-19 Time: Fri-Sat 8pm; Sun 3pm Cost: $12-$15 |
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| Shows 510376 | Annie Jr.KVPAC's Summer Camp Broadway Series presents the classic Broadway musical about Little Orphan Annie. Advance tickets available online. 281.829.2787 http://www.kvpac.org Ongoing Daily 7/10/09 - 7/11/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-19 Time: Fri 7pm; Sat 2pm & 7pm Cost: $5 |
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| Shows 413971 | Phantom of the OperaBroadway Across America presents the classic musical. 713.315.2525 http://www.thehobbycenter.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/8/09 - 8/2/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 10-18 Time: Tue-Fri 8pm; Sat 2pm & 8pm; Sun 2pm & 7:30pm Cost: $25-$75 |
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| Shows 382317 | Alice in WonderlandA musical adaptation of Lewis Carroll's classic tale. Note: No performances on Fri-Sat, Jul 3-4. 713.682.5044 http://www.expresstheatre.com Ongoing Each Fri, Sat 6/12/09 - 7/25/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-12 Time: Fri 11am; Sat 2pm Cost: $8 |
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| Shows 516218 | Dora the Explorer Live!Dora the Explorer and her friends come to life on stage in Search for the City of Lost Toys. 713.250.3600 http://www.bro... ossamerica.com Ongoing Daily 7/10/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-7 Time: Fri 7pm; Sat 11am, 2pm, & 5pm; Sun 11am Cost: $16-$40 |
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| Shows 371183 | The WizThe Tony Award-winning musical based on The Wizard of Oz is filled with rock, gospel, and soul music. 713.520.0055 http://www.ensemblehouston.org Ongoing Each Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 6/25/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-18 Time: Thu 7:30pm; Fri 8pm; Sat 2pm & 8pm; Sun 3pm Cost: $15-$35 |
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| Shows 503327 | Winnie-the-PoohA live stage adaptation of some of AA Milne's classic stories featuring Pooh, Christopher Robin, Tigger, Piglet, and the rest of the friends from the Hundred-Acre Wood. Note: Children under age three not allowed in theater. Call ahead for reservations. Group discounts available. 713.524.6706 http://www.mainstreettheater.com Ongoing Daily except Fri, Sun 7/11/09 - 7/18/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-10 Time: Sat 1pm & 4pm; Mon-Thu 9:45am & 11:30am Cost: $8 |
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| Shows 515409 | Ps and Qs: The ABCs of Manners - Opening WeekThe new musical for family audiences uses the funny, high-energy songs of Trout Fishing in America to bring out joy, silliness, and a few good life lessons. Note: Children under the age of five are not allowed in the theater. Special ticket offers: Preview on Sun, Jul 5, all seats $10; Target Family Day on Wed, Jul 8, all tickets half price. The opening week schedule varies from the regular schedule, which continues Fri-Sun, Jul 17-Aug 9. 713.524.6706 http://www.mainstreettheater.com Ongoing Each Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun 7/5/09 - 7/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 7-19 Time: Sun 3pm; Wed-Thu 7:30pm; Sat 8pm Cost: Regular prices: $15-$20 |
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| Shows 360621 | The Little MermaidA live stage adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's classic fairy tale. Reservations are recommended. 713.726.1219 http://www.companyonstage.org Ongoing Each Sat 6/27/09 - 7/25/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-11 Time: 11am & 1:30pm Cost: $8 |
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| Shows 505476 | 42nd StreetTheatre Under The Stars presents the classic Broadway musical. Free reserved tickets for covered seating are available at the box office from 11:30am-1pm on the day of each performance; remaining tickets are released one hour before curtain. Open lawn seating is plentiful. 281.373.3386 http://www.mil... oortheatre.com Ongoing Daily 7/9/09 - 7/14/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 8:15pm Cost: Free |
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| Shows 265897 | ComedySportzComedySportz is a live, competitive improv comedy show with plenty of audience participation. The comedy is kept clean and appropriate for families. 713.868.1444 http://www.com... rtzhouston.com Ongoing Each Fri, Sat 11/2/07 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 10-18 Time: 8pm Cost: Adults $16; Seniors & Students $14 |
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| Storytelling 508056 | Summer Saturdays in Cinco: Storyteller Dan GordonLaCenterra at Cinco Ranch hosts a children's cultural arts series on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month during the summer. The series continues with storyteller Dan Gordon presenting Dante Teller of Tales, featuring tales that teach lessons of understanding differences and finding good in all. Guests are encouraged to participate in the tales with movement and voice. Located at SimplyCinco. 281.395.5533 http://www.lacenterra.com 7/11/09 Ages: 2-10 Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
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