Community Calendar 2007
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November 29, 30 -Dec 1-2, 6-9
Bethlehem City
Free Admission. A Drive-Through Christmas Experience for the Whole Family. Live Presentation of the Life of Christ presented by West Conroe Baptist Church, 1855 Longmire Road. More Info at their website
November 30 - December 31
Strand Theatre Presents "Mrs Bob Cratchits Wild Chrismas Binge"
Christopher Durand turns Charles Dickens' holiday classic on its head. In this hilarious parody, the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are all played by one sassy actress who keps showing up way too early, Scrooge refuses to repent, and Mrs Bob Cratchit decides to get drunk and jump off the London Bridge. "With twenty-one foundlings in the basement and that whiny Tiny Tim, wouldn't you want to get drunk too?" More information can be found here
November 30- December 1
Journey Through Bethlehem - Huntsville
The fairgrounds are transformed into old Bethlehem where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of how life was the night Jesus was born. Walker County Fairgrounds. For more information call (936) 295-7459.
December 1
Christmas Day in New Waverly
The Lions Club Parade kicks off the event at 11am. Several vendors will have Christmas gifts available on the parking lot next to the Post Office. In case of inclement weather the vendors will be in the new Library 10a-2p. Pet photos with Santa will be at the Veterinary Hospital of New Waverly. Cookie decorating for the kids will be at the Waverly House Restaurant. For more information call Kim Van Wagner at 936 344 8469
December 1
Texas Champions Day At Sam Houston Race Park
Enjoy a night a Texas' best throughbred racing and entertainment featuring 8 stakes races and $500,000 in racing purses. Patrons entering the park after 5 to patrons of all ages. Tickets are available $4 for adults, $2 for senior citizens and children under 12 are Free. For more information visit their website at shrp.com
December 1
Austin Davis Benefit
East side Honda, 125727 I-10 East in Baytown. 11am-5pm BBQ Plates by Team Texas Cooker, award winning cook off team $7 per plate. Auction. All donations excepted. Benefiting Austin Davis, 14 yr old who lost his life when hitting a parked train. For more information please contact Uncle Dave at 281 385 0700
December 1
HISTORIC MONTGOMERY FARMERS' MARKET - Montgomery
Calling all farmers, jelly makers, beekeepers and more for Montgomery’s old fashion Farmer’s Market. This grower’s only market features a wide variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, eggs, plants, jellies, salsa, honey and hand made wares produced by local artisans.
Pick up a passport book with discounts from local restaurants and shops at any of the participating merchants. 8 AM - 12 PM. Montgomery Trace Shopping Center. www.historicmontgomerytexas.com
December 1
Market Street Lighted Horse and Carriage Parade
The Woodlands. Woodlands Civic Ballet Performance at 2p. Carriages on Display at 2-6p. Performance in the Park at 6p, parade at 7p. Info here
December 1, 2
Dickens on the Strand - Galveston
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Be it decreed that all lords, ladies and children shall come and celebrate the 34th Annual Dickens on The Strand, a holiday festival, where bobbies, Beefeaters and the Queen herself will be on hand to recreate the Victorian London of Charles Dickens. Characters from Dickens novels walk the street. Food and entertainment fill the area with sights and smells that take you back to another era. For more information visit dickensonthestrand.org
December 1
Trail of Lights - Huntsville
- Kickoff On the Downtown Square held December 3.
Sam Houston's Christmas Festival kicks off the holidays in Huntsville with entertainment, crafts, food and fun. A parade will be held at dark. A parade will be followed by the official lighting of the downtown square. For more information call (936) 295-2150.
December 2
Tomball Birthday Extravaganza
Today is the 100th Anniversary of Peck, Texas becoming Tomball; Named after Thomas Henry Ball. After celebrating the anniversary all year, all that is left is a Birthday Celebration. Join at the Tomball High School Stadium as Former President George H. W. Bush and Former news anchor Ron Stone gather in honor of this event.
December 6-7
45th Annual Candlelight Tour
7575 N Sam Houston Parkway, W Houston. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of an old fashioned Christmas at Sam Houston Race Park, as The Heritage Society (THS) presents the 45th Annual Candlelight Tour. 630-930pm. Info here
December 7-8
San Jancinto Museum Family Days
A day where you can ride the famous 489 foot elevator to the top of the monument, view the digital presentation of the battle of San Jancinto. Also a Tour drawn from experience: Landmark Maps of Texas at the San Jancinto Museum of History, an exhibit that features more than fifty important maps depicting Texas and the Gulf Coast region that date from the 16th century to the present. 9a-6p. For more information visit their website at sanjancinto-museum.org
CHRISTMAS IN HISTORIC MONTGOMERY
Step back in time to the 1880’s for a snapshot of Christmas long ago featuring a Candlelight Home Tourn and Cookie Walk. Admission: FREE; Candlelight Home Tour: $10 adults; $3 students (Tickets available at Davis Museum at 3:00 p.m.). www.historicmontgomerytexas.com
Schedule:
8:00 a.m. Breakfast with Santa (at the Bells of Montgomery)
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Arts & Crafts (at the Community Building)
1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Cookie Walk (at the Community Building)
4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Homes Tour
December 8
Conroe Friendly Kiwanis Christmas Parade
Parade at 1pm. This year's theme is "A Christmas Card Christmas" For more information please contact Linda Garrett at 936-756-3417
December 8
Holiday in the Park - Conroe
Stroll the park for gifts and let the children begin the Holiday fun! Vendors will offer a variety of items to the public. Santa Claus will make an early appearance for pictures and to accept his letters. Children can participate in games, activities, arts and crafts and more. 11 am-4pm. Children's Parade @ 1pm. Heritage Park, 1100 Collins, Conroe.
December 8
25th Annual Christmas on the Square - Coldspring
Call Coldspring/San Jacinto County Chamber of Commerce at 936-653-2184 for more information.
December 9
Cut-N-Shoot Charities Inc, 19th Annual Toy Run
Cut N Shoot Texas Chapter Harley Owner's Group and Cut N Shoot Charities Inc will be holding their 19th annual Toy Run begining at 9am with last bike out at 1030 am. for an approximate 75 mile route ending at Moorehead stadium located right behind Conroe High School. For all information on this event please go to their website at cutnshoothog.org
December 9 & 10
Cypress Creek FFA Craft & Gift Fair
Over a hundred vendors with a wide variety of products to help
you find that perfect Christmas gift. Great food, hourly raffles, silent
auction, Santa both days, Christmas carolers and much more. Free Admission and
ParkingSat: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Sun: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Telge Exhibit Center 11206 Telge Rd @ 290 W, across from
Arnold Jr High. For exhibit information contact:Dwayne Henneck713/823-0540.
December 11-16
"A Tuna Christmas"
A Tuna Christmas returns to The Grand 1894 Opera House for special performances. This hilarious sequel to the hit comedy. Greater Tuna, stars Tony Award-Nominated Joe Sears and Jaston Williams. More information here
December 13
Benefit Concert with Diamond Rio
Arrow Child and Family Ministries Benefit Concert: An Evening with Diamond Rio. 8p-11p, 281 210 1500. Main Building at 2200 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands. Go to arrow.org for more information
December 15
Cowboy Christmas Ball
Walker County Fairgrounds, doors open at 5:30pm, Dinner at 6pm. Advance tickets are $20; $25 at the door plus a new unwrapped children's gift or canned goods benefiting SAAFE House and CASA of Walker County. Tickets on sale now at Cavenders & Baskins of Huntsville or contact Walker County Cowboy Church at 936 662 4333 or wcch.org
December 16
Turkey Shoot
Conroe Elks Lodge 13680 Old Texaco Road, 1p-5p. 12,16, 20 Gauge Shotguns only with on premise beer license only. For more information please call 936 231 3557
December 19
Crafts Sale
Lat Minute Christmas Shopping Crafts Sale. 11:30-4:30 pm. Cookie
and candy exchange will be at noon. New Waverly Public Library.
December 20-21, 26-28, 31
Holiday Camp
Register now and join the Funquest adventure packed with holiday fun for boys and girls. Reindeer games are just the begining along with sports, crafts, skits, songs and special holiday themes each day. All activities are under the close supervision of trained Fun Quest staff. (10:1 camper/staff ratio). Campers bring their lunch and snack daily. For more information please call 936 522 3900.
December 24
Christmas Eve Celebration
Lone Star Cowboy Church
invites everyone to a Christmas Eve Celebration at 6pm. Candlelight Service with music performed by Mike Hammock. For more information call 936 597 5742
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