Houston Events July 25, 2009
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| Concerts 508057 | Summer Saturdays in Cinco: Rhythm ExplosionLaCenterra 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 percussionist Dan Egger-Belandria playing and teaching kids about African, Cuban, and Caribbean rhythms and folklore. Located in Heritage Square. 281.395.5533 http://www.lacenterra.com 7/25/09 Ages: 1-10 Time: 10:30am-11:15am Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 501037 | The Music of AbbaThe Houston Symphony is accompanied by Abba tribute band Arrival to perform hits such as Dancing Queen and Take a Chance on Me. 713.224.7575 http://www.houstonsymphony.org 7/25/09 Ages: 7-18 Time: 7:30pm Cost: $25-$95 |
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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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| Films 516472 | Alex Mulray and the Stolen HeART (NR)Alex Mulray and the Stolen HeART is a short film (20 minutes) by a local independent filmmaker and stars five young actors ages 12-17. The "juve-noir" film follows teenage sleuths Alex Mulray & Co. working on their latest case. Complimentary food and drinks are included. Advance tickets are available online. Please note: Do not contact Main Street Theater for ticket information; contact RicOrnel Productions. ricornelproductions@msn.com http://www.ric... roductions.com 7/25/09 Ages: 4-19 Time: 6pm, 7pm, & 8pm Cost: $7 in advance; $10 at the door |
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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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| Library Programs 523770 | Super-Cheery-Funny-Fun Gaming TournamentKids ages 10 and up can compete in several Wii or PS3 games in the fourth floor Program Place. Note: many games are rated "T" for teen. 832.393.1521 http://www.houstonlibrary.org 7/25/09 Ages: 10-17 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 506422 | Reptile Open HouseVisitors can get an up-close look at a wide variety of reptiles and amphibians from around the globe, including turtles, lizards, frogs, toads, salamanders, and snakes. 281.446.8588 http://www.hcp4.net/jones Ongoing Daily 7/25/09 - 7/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 1pm-4pm Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 489601 | 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 7/25/09 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 505016 | Detective Days: The Architect's EvidenceBayou Bend hosts a series of educational Detective Days programs during the summer. Kids ages 10 and up can explore all of the details of the mansion's exterior and sort out the rhyme and reason behind its design and construction. 713.639.7750 http://www.mfah.org/bayoubend Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/14/09 - 8/2/09; 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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| Other Events 505017 | Detective Days: Mysterious MessagesBayou Bend hosts a series of educational Detective Days programs during the summer. Kids ages seven and up can explore the statues located throughout the gardens to determine what they're trying to say - thereby learning how to interpret art through history. 713.639.7750 http://www.mfah.org/bayoubend Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/14/09 - 8/2/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 7-10 Time: Tue-Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 1pm-4pm Cost: Adults $5; Children (12 & under) free |
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| Other Events 523439 | Secret Agent WonderWeekKids can enjoy hands-on activities with a secret agent theme, such as building a spy device to see around corners and exploring "spy science" like fingerprint-dusting and code-breaking. 713.522.1138 http://www.cmhouston.org Ongoing Daily 7/22/09 - 7/29/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 1-12 Time: During museum hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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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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| Overnights 500744 | Girl Scout Group SleepoverGirls Scouts are invited to spend the night in the Aquarium Pyramid and work towards their Plant & Animal or Ocean Awareness badge. The overnight includes a late-night pizza snack and a light breakfast. Chaperones required. Space is limited; reserve in advance. 800.683.4673 education@moodygardens.com http://www.moodygardens.com 7/25/09 Ages: 7-19 Time: Sat 6:30pm - Sun 8am Cost: $55 |
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| Presentations 506421 | Snakes of Harris CountyVisitors can learn about the snakes that inhabit this area and how to identify them. 281.446.8588 http://www.hcp4.net/jones 7/25/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 10am Cost: Free |
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| Shows 520965 | Footloose: The MusicalThe rockin' 1980s movie comes to life on stage. Advance tickets available. Note: No performance on Sun, Jul 19. 281.587.8243 http://www.playhouse1960.com Ongoing Each Fri, Sat, Sun 7/17/09 - 8/2/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-18 Time: Fri-Sat 8pm; Sun 2pm Cost: $13-$15 |
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| Shows 503217 | Cirque du Soleil: SaltimbancoSaltimbanco, the Cirque du Soleil spectacular that premiered in 1992, features a cast of 49 and the company's signature mix of theater, dance, music, costumes, and astounding physical feats. Advance ticket purchase is recommended. 866.446.8849 http://www.hou... yotacenter.com Ongoing Daily 7/22/09 - 7/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-19 Time: Wed 7:30pm; Thu-Sat 3:30pm & 7:30pm; Sun 1pm & 5pm Cost: $40-$95 |
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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 500740 | AGA-BOOM: Theater of Physical ComedySilliness abounds in a show featuring three former clown stars of Cirque du Soleil, Ringling Bros, and the Moscow Circus. Advance tickets available online. 409.683.4186 http://www.moodytickets.com Ongoing Each Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 7/16/09 - 7/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-19 Time: 1pm & 7pm Cost: Adults $11-$25; Children $9-$20 |
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| Shows 510378 | High School Musical 2KVPAC's Summer Camp Broadway Series presents a live stage adaptation of the hit Disney Channel movie. Advance tickets available online. 281.829.2787 http://www.kvpac.org Ongoing Daily 7/24/09 - 7/25/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-19 Time: Fri 7pm; Sat 2pm & 7pm Cost: $5 |
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| Shows 427205 | The Odd CoupleUpStage Theatre presents Neil Simon's classic comedy. Group discounts available. Call for reservations. 713.838.7191 http://www.upstagetheatre.org Ongoing Each Fri, Sat 7/17/09 - 8/1/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 12-18 Time: 8pm Cost: Adults $15; Seniors & Students $12 |
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| Shows 491986 | Big RiverHouston Family Arts Center presents a live stage musical based on Mark Twain's novel The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. 281.685.6374 http://www.houstonfac.com Ongoing Each Fri, Sat, Sun 7/24/09 - 8/8/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 7-18 Time: Fri-Sat 8pm; Sun 3pm Cost: $16 |
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| Shows 500716 | Crazy for YouClass Act Productions presents the comedic story of a 1930s playboy whose dream is to dance. Musical numbers include many Gershwin classics such as Nice Work if You Can Get It and Embraceable You. Group discounts available. 936.273.3395 http://www.cla... roductions.org Ongoing Each Fri, Sat, Sun 7/17/09 - 7/25/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 10-19 Time: Fri-Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2:30pm & 7:30pm Cost: $20 |
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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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