Enjoy a lovely Father’s Day afternoon Saturday, June 14th or Sunday, June 15th from 1pm to 5pm taking in the beautiful sights of the MFAH Bayou Bend collection. Houston philanthropist and original owner of the home, Ima Hogg, donated the historic 14-acre River Oaks estate to MFAH in 1957 so all Houstonians could enjoy the rare […]
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PAWS Reading Program
Building your child’s confidence in reading will help them become stronger writers, speakers, and students! Houston Museum of Nature Science Sugarland hosts the PAWS Reading Program each Friday and Saturday at 10am, where children have to opportunity to read, or just listen, a new book or even old favorite to some adoring canine companions. The […]
Mason Jar Spill-Proof Cup
There are a lot of things that can make parenting challenging, and worrying about spills should not be one of them. This alternative to the traditional spill-proof cup will save you money, while functioning just as effectively for your child! What you will need: Mason jar with lid Drill (with drill bit size that will fit […]
Thursday Nights are Happy Hour at MFAH
If you’ve been trying to get downtown to enjoy the amazing exhibits at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston but couldn’t find the time, here’s the perfect opportunity! Each Thursday, tickets to the museum are free, and even better, from 6pm to 8pm in the Beck Building is Happy Hour! There’s a cash bar, with […]
Skinny Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip
If your family loves peanut butter, this healthy alternative dip is a great way to keep that favorite treat around without all the calories. I just mix about half a cup of plain fat free Greek yogurt, with a fourth of a cup of peanut butter! Then you can serve it with everyone’s favorite fruits […]
Rope Light Sign
It’s warming up out there, and that means barbecues in the backyard and long summer days are just around the corner. I thought this adorable light rope sign from A Beautiful Mess, would make the perfect patio accent piece! Supplies: 50 ft. light rope A box of nails Hammer Measuring tape Choose a simple word, […]
Free Monthly Crafts at Hands-On Houston
The first Saturday of every month is Hands-On Houston, an event hosted by the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft that invites you and your family to join them in a free craft activity hosted by local artists! This month on June 7th the featured craft is felted soap, and artist Barbara Kile, a fifteen-year felt expert, will […]
End of School Year Festival at HMNS Sugarland
Head out to Houston Museum of Natural Science Sugarland to enjoy an end of the school year bash! June 6th, from 12pm to 6pm, HMNS will host a special school’s out event, with crafts, bounce games, pizza, games, and much more! While you’re enjoying the festivities, check out their newest exhibit Body Carnival. It’s a carnival […]
Homemade Ice Pack
Whether they’re playing, running, or falling of their bikes, children are getting hurt all the time. Instead of reaching for that frozen bag of peas in your freezer, grab a homemade ice pack, fondly called the Boo Boo Pack! These very inexpensive packs are easy to make, convenient and can be kept in your freezer […]
UHD Thursday Concerts at Discovery Green
This night out is perfect for date night, getting together with old friends, or a special event with the kids. Through May and June, Discovery Green’s Anheuser-Busch stage will be filled each Thursday with variety of live music, like Texas blues, honky-tonk, soul, and Latin rock. Admission is free, the shows start at 6:30pm, some shows […]