Community Calendar 2008
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January 24- February 5
Mardi Gras Galveston
In 2007 merrymakers can expect a traditional Mardi Gras celebration with plenty of parade processions, entertainment, art exhibits, sporting events, and elaborate masquerade balls. The entertainment line-up as well as official Mardi Gras! Galveston artwork will be announced at a later date, but for continuous updates on Mardi Gras! Galveston 2007 visit www.mardigrasgalveston.com or call 1-888-GAL-ISLE.
January - April
Pasta for Pennies
Got Coins? Students will soon begin collecting spare change for Olive Garden's 14th annual pasta for pennies program benefiting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Proceeds fund cancer research and services for patients and their famlies. The class that raises the most money in each school receives a pasta party from olive garden. For more information, call your local society chapter at 713 680 8088. Olive Garden's local Pasta for Pennies program will be taking place in the following counties: Brazoria, Fort Bend, Galveston, Hardin, Harris, Jefferson, Montgomery, Orange and Tyler. Call your local school district for more information.
February 1
Jubilee-Mardi Gras Style
St. James' Parent Association is presenting this event from 6p-11p at the KOA campground on HWY 105 in Montgomery. It is an annual fundraiser and auction that is an exciting evenign filled with fun. It includes a New Orleans dinner, music and a live DJ. Money received will supply new computers, playgound equipment and items for the classrooms at S. James Episcopal School.
February 1-2
Daddy's Dyin (Who's Got the Will)
Crighton Players, 8-11p. Crighton Theater. Visit
www.CrightonPlayers.com for more information.
February 1-3
Barrel Race
6p,10a-6p,10a. Lone star expo center. site
February 2
South County Dance
Papa's Social Club 314 Pruitt Road, Spring. Doors open at 7p Dance 8p-mid. Tickets are $10 presale, $12 at the door. Reserved table(10) $150. Live and silent auctions, full service cash bar, and food available.
February 2
Pancake Supper Silent Auction
Magnolia Lions Club annual pancake supper silent auction at the Magnolia elementry school cafeteria. All you can eat. 5p-8p. For more information call 281 376 5106
February 2
The Magic of Music
1:00 p.m.
The Ark Family Church
450 Humble Tank Rd
Conroe, TX
Admission: $15 adults; $10 children ages 12 and under
Join the Conroe Symphony Orchestra for family fun at this matinee performance. Featured guest guitar soloist is Federico Olivera de la Vega. The program will be under the direction of music director/conductor Dr. Don Huston
February 2,9
Registration and Evaluations for Girls Softball
Softball registration underway for girls age 4-18. Evalulations will be held at Dabney Fields on Tx Dot Road off FM 3083 between I45 and Airport Road. Please visit the website for more information and updates at cagsa.org
February 4-29
Learn to Swim Spring Session 1
Aquatic Center. more info
February 8- March 2
Strand Theater presents "The Gin Game"
Find out if two lonely old strangers can find love all over again. It's visitor's day at the Bently NursingHome for the Aged. But there's no one calling on Weller Martin. He's a proud and desperately lonely man and hates playing solitare. For more information click here
February 8-10
Christian Youth Theater Presents: Tom Sawyer
Located at the Tomball Bible Church. Showtimes: Feb 8th,9a,1145a,7p Feb 9th, 2p, 7p Feb 10th, 2p. Tickets are $5 for First two shows, all other shows $10 for adults and $8 for children. Tickets may be purchased at the door for $2 more per ticket. 832 338 5869 more info here
February 8-22
Assistance League Poison Information
Pre-school kids are curious, and what they don't know CAN hurt them... that's why volunteers from Assistance League of Montgomery County travel to schools throughout the county presenting a Poison Information educational program, "Always Ask" Nearly 4,000 pre-K and kindergarten children will hear that important message this year...Always ask is one of eight philanthropic programs funded by Assistance League of Montgomery County through its all-volunteer Thrift Shop, located at 126 N. San Jancinto Street in Conroe...Please shop and donate to the Assistance League Thrift Shop. Hearts that Care.
February 9
Stride and Ride Around the Mall and Help Jerry's Kids
Come out and join the Muscular Dystrophy Association in their 7th annual Stride and Ride. It's an indoor walk to be held in The Woodlands Mall and Katy Mills Mall starting at 8am and ending before 10am. Call 713 522 3679 to get signed up today!
February 9
13th Annual Tour of Scared Places
Galveston's annual sacred places tour this year features 10 historic places of worship, a historic cemetery and meditative labyrinth. Tour takes place from 10a-430p. For information call 409 762 3933
February 9
Daddy Daughter Dance
630-830p, Conroe Activity Center. More info
February 9
Project Hope Black History Parade
12p-1p, Downtown conroe. 936 648 4605
February 9-10
Saxet Gun Show
9a-6p, Lone Star Convention Center. 361 289 2256
February 10
22nd Annual Career and Education Day
The Houston Hispanic Forum invites all students in grades 6-12 and their parents to attend Career and Education Day at 8am at the George Brown Convention Center. Get the facts about student loans and grants. Learn about career choices, college selection and application. Complete the FAFSA form online. It's all free at Career Day. Call 713 522 8077 or go to hispanicforum.org for details
February 12
Blood Drive
The Rotary Club of Conroe will conduct its annual blood drive from 9a-3p at Wiesner of Conroe. Interested donors with questions should call 713 790 1200. Make an appointment at the Digital Donor wed site eblooddrive.org
February 12-14
Spring Statesman
Have a Barber Shop Quartet sing a valentines message to your sweetheart. Call 281 583 1278 for more information or visit their website here
February 14
Be My Valentine Underwater Photo Garden
5p-630p, Aquatic Center. Info
February 14
Community Dance
5p-7p, Carriage Inn. Info
February 14
Carriage Rides
Enjoy a carriage ride from Platium Carriage Company around Market Street. The carriage can be picked up in front of Cinemark from 6p-10p.
February 15-17
A Ride with Bob
Returning to the Grand for an encore performance. Called "the most entertaining night in Texas" this hit musical is about the life and legacy of Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys. Featuring Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel. More info
February 16
Special Angels of The Woodlands Chili Cook Off
Special Angels of The Woodlands is a non-profit organization that provides a Day Activity Center fot the mentally and physically challenged adult. Join of Feb 16th for a Chili Cook Off at Papa's Ice House, located at 314 Pruitt road in The Woodlands. There will be judging of the chili, raffles, cake walks, live bands and a silent auction. If you wish to donate an item, but cannot attend the Cood-Off they will be happy to pick items up. If you wish to make a monetary donation, please make checks payable to Special Angels of the Woodlands and mail them to Thelma Braddock, 1330 Havelock Dr. Spring, Texas 77386
February 16
BBQ Fundraiser
Dylan Widiker, 13, from Magnolia, has been diagnosed with cancer of the tissue and bone in his shoulder- namely Ewing Sarcoma. Fundraiser will have BBQ plates and an auction starting at 11am at the Magnolia Community Development Center Building on Friendship Drive in Magnolia to help pay for some of the medical bills. An account has also been established at Woodforest National Bank-- account #1327309272.
February 17
Highstepper Golf Classic
17th Annual Golf Classic will be held at The Woodforest Golf Club at Fishcreek at 1230p with a shotgun start. All golfers will receive a pair of "Highlander" Nike golf shoes as part of the golf package. For more information, contact Gary Williford at 281 681 3161.
February 17
Lipizzaner Stallions
1p, Lone Star Expo Center 407 366 0366
February 18
2008 Montgomery County Heart Ball
"Untamed Hearts" Where: The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center. As one of the county's premier social events, this year's goal is to raise $400,000 to support lifesaving research and educational programs to fight cardiovascular disease and stroke, which kill more in Montgomery County residents than the other seven leading causes of death combined. Call Lindsey at (713) 610-5021 for more information.
February 21-23
Actors Workshop
730-815pm. LSC-Montgomery, Center for the Arts. info
February 22
Donation to Travis Intermediate and Washington Jr High Music Dept.
Singer Chely Wright's foundation, Reading Writing & Rythum, have teamed up with Travis Intermediate and Washington Jr High Schools to donate 50 band instruments at 230p. Chely will be speaking at an assembly at Travis Intermediate about the importance of staying in school and the importance of a music department. For more information on the foundation visit Chely's website here
February 22
Spaghetti Lunch
10a-2p, Conroe Rebekah Lodge #100. Pick up or dine in at the corner of Waco and Roberson. Special Orders and Drinks on "Dine In" Only at the Lodge Hall. $7 each for pick up or dine in, $8 on delivery on lunch. To order call 936 273 2676. On the 22nd call 936 788 3999
February 22
Dodgeball Registration Deadline
2 sets of leagues, with teams of 3 females, 3 males. $20 per individula or $100 per team. Recreation Center Gymnasium. Mondays starting March 3. call 936 522 3900 or visit site here for more information
February 23
41st Annual Go Texan Parade - Conroe
Hold on to your horses, because the 41st Annual Go-Texan Parade is marching its way to Conroe. This year’s parade theme is entitled “Ropin’ In The Wind.” Parade begins at Collins St. and N. Frazier St. at 1:00 p.m. Click here for map and directions.
February 23
BBQ Benefit
BBQ Benefit for Barbara Schlabra who worked for April Plaza Marina on Lake Conroe for 13 years. Barbara has been diagnosed with Lung Cancer and had surgery to remove the tumor on Dec 12th. Funds are being raised for her treatment. There will be BBQ, live auction and dancing with the Wesley LlLacci band. For more information call 832 788 0938
February 23
Learn to Fish and Teach Fishing
Come out and hook the big one. The series of courses is presented by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to help prepare children and adults to be responsible anglers and respectful of Texas' and fish and water resources. Classes range from our Basic Angler Class and to the Advanced classes. For more information or to register contact the Conroe Recreation Center at 936 522 3900.
February 23
2008 "Boots & Boas" Gala
5th Annual Fundraising Event Featuring Dinner;Auctions and Dancing to be held at Lone Star Convention Center. Tickets are $25 until February 15, $30 after. All funds will directly benefit the children of Stewart Creek Elementary.Visit their website here
February 23
San Jancinto Elementary Heather Cowham Benefit Dinner
This benefit is to help Heather Cowham who has been diagnosed with Kidney Disorder. Dinner plates consist of: Chicken/sausage, pinto Beans, potato salad and drink. Plates are $7.50, pick up is 1030a-1p at the San Jancinto Elementary back Parking Lot. Contact 281 572 2248 for more information
February 23
Benefit
"Big Dave" Albright lost his battle to renal cancer on Feb 7th. There will be a benefit in his memory to help cover funeral expenses. He was a local business owner of Albright A/C and Heating. Benefit starts at noon at The Iron Horse Saloon with Live music featuring Larry Butler, $5 BBQ Plates, Live Auction and Raffle tickets for a WII or a 42" Flat Panel HD TV. For more information call 281 789 7008
February 23
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
5pm at the newly constructed Alpha Tau Omega fraternity lodge at 1411 Nottingham in Huntsville. The ceremony will culminate the fraternity's founders day activities. For more information about the event, contact Jon Wagner at 361 386 0496
February 23
Karaoke Night at the American Legion
The American Legion Hall in Cleveland will be hosting a Karaoke Night. 2 Hwy 321. For more information call 281 592 0460
February 23-24
Firefightes Fill the Boot
Firefighters Local 341 will be standing at intersections all over town this weekend to raise funds for the MDA fill the boot campaign. Please help out the MDA and local firefighters with your donations.
February 25
Auditions for Noises Off
4p. Mainstage Theater, Bld. D, LSC Montgomery Theatre Department presents. Auditions will consist of a cold reading with a British accent. Email Chase Waites for more information.
February 26
4th Annual Fundraiser for Montgomery County Sheriff Tommy Gage
This event will be held at the Montgomery County fairgrounds--FM 1484-- Exhibit 1 & 2 Buildings. Food will be served from 530-830 pm. Elected officials and candidates will be announced at 615pm. A live and silent auction will be held during the evening. For more information please call Deanne at 281 303 6057
February 29-March 1
Shriners Chili and Bean Cook-Off
Sponsored by C.M. Joslin American Legion Post & Auxiliary Unit #618. Cake walk will be held at 2pm and a Kick Off Dance with music furnished by Keith Gilley and The Urban Band will be held at 8pm on the 29th. Coo-off, auction and cakwalk start at 9am on the 1st. All proceeds benefit the Shriners Childrens Hospital Programs. For information please call 936 856 5224
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