Blog entries tagged events

Turn Your Kids into Pioneers for a Day

daphne — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 23:24:02 +0100

It’s time again for the Heritage Museum of Montgomery County to host their annual July Pioneer Days, a summer day program for kids ages 8-11. Students who participate enjoy hands-on, adult supervised activities like churning butter, rope making, singing pioneer songs and even washing clothes on a rub-board!

Pioneer Days begins the first Monday after July 4th each year. Sessions are three hours each with the morning session running from 9:00 a.m. to noon and the afternoon session is from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Parents must pre-register their junior pioneers and pay a camp fee of $35.00 to help cover the cost of materials. Sessions are limited to only 20 students and fill up fast, so don’t delay!

For more information, please call us at 936-539-6873 or click here visit our website at HeritageMuseum.us/PioneerDays.

Conroe Celebrates the 4th of July 2010

daphne — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:20:41 +0100

The 4th of July Festivities in Conroe will kick off this year on July 3rd with a free concert at The Outlets at Conroe, featuring The Cody Johnson Band. “The Outlets will also be hosting an “After Dark” sale during the event,” said Holli Conley, the Conroe Convention and Visitor’s Bureau tourism coordinator. Then, on July 4, The Conroe Jazz and More Society will be hosting an Independence Day Music Fest and Parade from 1 to 9 p.m. at the Heritage Park. In addition to the free festival, the CJMS offers a wide variety of music, including gospel, R&B, rock, country and zydeco plus a downtown parade!

If fireworks are your thing, then head out to the lake where two of the local communities will be hosting Fireworks on Lake Conroe to celebrate this great day of Independence. Beginning at dusk, displays will be provided at Walden on Lake Conroe and at Seven Coves. For an unforgettable day, book the lunch or dinner cruise on The Southern Empress for a mystical and romantic display of lights.

Day or night, all weekend long, there is much to do in Conroe to celebrate Independence Day!

Beat the Summer Heat at Your Montgomery County Library

daphne — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:51:55 +0100

According to the Montgomery County Library historical timeline, “[it] began as a collection of 1200 volumes housed in a Conroe School Recreation Center and operated by a women’s group known as the HUB Club. In 1947, the group appealed to the County to make the library a tax-supported function of County government.” Now the system encompasses 7 locations across the county and, in addition to the vast selection of books, genealogy reports and research materials, the branches hold many community activities for children, teens and adults every week.

Here are some of the exciting family events to be held at the central campus this week:

Central Library presents Marionette Show - Rumplestiltskin
Tuesday, Jun 15, 2:00 PM.
Marionette Playhouse presents Rumplestiltskin. String puppets in sparkling costumes performed on a marionette stage. This program is open to kid’s ages 6-9 years. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be given out 30 minutes prior to the program.

Central Library presents ZooMobile - Animal Movements
Wednesday, Jun 16, 10:00 AM.
Learn how several different animals move the why they do. This is a 45 minute program. This program is opened to kid’s ages 3-6 years. Attendance is limited. Tickets will be given out 30 minutes prior to the program.

Central Library presents Pre-Teen Gaming
Thursday, Jun 17, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM (Thursdays, 1:30 - 2:30 pm).
Compete with other preteens on video gaming systems. This program is for preteens who will be in grade 5 and 6 in the fall.

Please visit CountyLibrary.org for many more fun summer activities at each of their locations and to find information on becoming a Montgomery County Library member!

Great Texas Music and Great Texas Wine, Sunday at Bernhardt Winery

Cheryl Boe — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 01:20:56 +0100

Don't miss Kyle Hutton and the band at The Bernhardt Winery in Plantersville just north of Houston this Sunday 6/13 from 7:00-9:00. Bernhardt's "On the Porch Concert Series" features the best in live singer songwriters select Sunday evenings throughout the year.

Come out for award winning wine and award winning music. There's not a better place in the North Houston area to see the sunset!!! Tickets are just $7 bucks - bring lawn chairs or blankets and relax on the lawn! For more, visit bernhardtwinery.com.

Conroe’s First Thursday Concert Series Schedule Released

Greg Rivera — Wed, 12 May 2010 01:17:11 +0100

Are you looking for something fun and free to do with your family this spring?

Well, you are in luck! The City of Conroe is inviting everyone to come out to the Heritage Place Amphitheater, located at 500 Metcalf Street, and enjoy their FREE First Thursday Concerts. The concerts are held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bring your chairs or blankets and be prepared for some great entertainment for everyone. These concerts are held rain or shine so don’t forget an umbrella. Bring your family and meet up with friends for the following line-up.

Thursday April 1 - The Band of Heathens / The Trishas

Thursday May 6 - Del Castillo / Betty Soo

Thursday June 3 - Johnny Lee & The Urban Cowboy Band / Miss Leslie & Her Juke Jointers

Thursday July 1 - Paul Thorn / Bonnie Bishop

Thursday August 5 - Redd Volkaert / Max Stalling

Thursday September 2 - The Gourds / James Hyland

This park was developed with the help of the Conroe Service League in 1986 that consisted of a gazebo, picnic tables and a playground as well as green space. In 2001, Heritage Place underwent a major expansion in response to civic leader's desire to create a new central space in downtown Conroe. This new 2.5 acre public space is capable of accommodating events as diverse as public gardening, crafts and cooking fairs, wedding receptions as well as a venue for outdoor events, festivals, and concerts.

Please remember that no coolers are allowed in the park. For more information please contact Larry Calhoun, Downtown Manager at 936 522-3014 or lcalhoun@cityofconroe.org .

Source: City of Conroe

Cajun Fare at the Square

Greg Rivera — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 01:10:15 +0100

It’s a party on The Square in Historic Downtown Conroe every Thursday from 4 to 9 p.m. through the end of May. Featuring live music, crawfish and ice cold sodas and beer, there’s no better place in Conroe to see-or-be-seen! Bring your friends and grab a seat at Vernon Wayne’s City Café featuring boiled crawfish, catfish bites, chili and other southern comfort food. Plan to stay for live entertainment provided by notable musicians such as Davin James and Mike Stenson.

“This event has the feel of an old fashioned food and music hoe-down on a small downtown square. The City Café provides the heartbeat that the downtown square needed to go along with the wonderful revitalization of all the bricks and mortar,” states Texas Music columnist, Jay Ross Martin. Visit Vernon Wayne’s City Café on Facebook or www.vernonwaynescitycafe.com for the latest news, upcoming performers, menu items and daily specials!

Margaret and Vernon Wayne praise their fans, exclaiming “Wow! 84 new fans for the week and 746 visits to our page!!! We have some loyal followers! Thanks to Everyone! It really makes our day when someone comes in and says they learned of our cafe on FB!!! So, please keep "suggesting to friends"...we appreciate all of our daily viewers!”

Local Theaters Swinging into Action this Spring

Greg Rivera — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 21:10:26 +0100

From family friendly to laugh-out-loud funny, Conroe’s theaters are in full bloom! Two of the new shows on the schedule for April include extras such as refreshments and art exhibits. And, with prices ranging from Free to $14, there is something for everyone!

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Presented by Christian Youth Theatre
The Christian Youth Theatre (CYT) group will present the Disney classic “Beauty and the Beast,” at Conroe High School on April 23, 24 and 25. CYT is a children’s musical theater group which caters to actors ages 6 to 18 and included in the cast of this family favorites are aspiring local thespians Catherine Breeding as “Babette,” of Conroe; Kyle Bostick as “the Beast,” of Conroe Zach Coleman as “Cogsworth,” of Montgomery; Noah Smith as “Chip,” of Montgomery and Emily Holguin as “Mrs. Potts,” also of Montgomery.

Tickets are $14 for adults and $12 for children under 17 and senior citizens. Advance Discount tickets may be purchased before the show by calling (832) 338-5869 or online at www.cythouston.org.

THE MISS FIRECRACKER CONTEST Presented by LSC-Montgomery Theater
Lone Star College-Montgomery will present “The Miss Firecracker Contest,” at the college with a free preview showing including live entertainment and refreshments on April 21 at 5:30 p.m., with doors opening at 4 p.m. Premium shows will begin at 7:30 p.m. on April 22 and run through April 24 with a matinee at 2 p.m. on the last day.

“This show revolves around a girl’s misguided desire to become the Miss Firecracker winner in a small town,” said director Chase Waites. “She wants it for all the wrong reasons and she thinks she’s going to get dignity, pride and attention and that people will recognize her as beautiful,” he explained. “It’s a good old-fashioned southern comedy.”

Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for seniors and $5 for students and may be purchased by calling Denise Meyers at (936) 273-7021 or by logging on to the theater Web site at www.LoneStar.edu/theatre-Montgomery.

Calling all Graystone Hills Foodie's

Greg Rivera — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 21:26:13 +0100

Come join the Greater Conroe/Lake Conroe Area Chamber of Commerce for its annual Tastefest event to be held on May 13 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Lone Star Convention Center.

Tastefest is a fun, family event, open to the public – all levels of culinary critics are welcome – that will allow guests to sample food and beverages with the goal of promoting local consumerism. The culinary extravaganza features a wide variety of local area restaurants including McKenzie’s BBQ, Ransoms Steak House, Wild Ginger Japanese Steakhouse, and Olive Garden.

For the younger palettes, James Coney Island and Conroe’s Incredible Pizza will be serving up their most popular, and kid friendly, crowd pleasers. There will even be special sections for children at the event with games, arts and crafts, and much more!

Other local vendors including area caterers, bakeries and spirit/coffee houses will be on hand with samples of their specialties too. Goody bags with coupons and menus will be handed out at the door. Tickets can be purchased on the Greater Conroe/Lake Conroe Area Chamber of Commerce's website, Conroe.org, or by calling the Chamber at (936)756-6644 or visit Conroe.org.

If your business is interested in purchasing a booth or becoming a sponsor for Tastefest, please fill out the registration form on page 12 or contact Kelly at the Chamber at (936)538-7111. Sponsorship opportunities are still available.

Time for Graystone Hills Residents to Dust Off Thei Cowboy Boots

Greg Rivera — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 23:27:53 +0100

Triggered by cowboys on horseback riding for two days through the National Forest, the Montgomery County Scholarship ride signifies the beginning of the Montgomery County Fair and Rodeo, a tradition in this Southeast Texas community for over half a century. Reminiscent of the early settler’s gatherings, the aroma of pit barbecue and livestock bring visitors from the neighboring communities out to the Montgomery County Fairgrounds from April 9 – 18, 2010.

The fun filled week includes Kids Day, Senior Citizen Day, Homemaking and Livestock Show, Auction, Photography Show, Carnival and Rodeo. And, when the weekend comes, 100 of the area’s best barbecue chefs compete in the Montgomery County Fair Barbecue Cook-Off – a mouth watering event not to be missed.

If you’re new to the area, don’t miss out on the unique activities scheduled, such as horseshoe pitching, mutton busting (aka kids riding sheep) and even the infamous chicken flying contest!

Popular family events will be held during Kid Day’s, Monday and Tuesday April 12 - 13, with activities and fun for Elementary age children in grades 1 to 4. There will be education exhibits including Goat Mountain, baby chicks hatching, laying hens, rabbits, a petting zoo, entertaining activities and other age-related demonstrations. There will be a must-see Pet Parade for children 8 yrs. and under held on Tuesday, April 13 at 6:00 p.m. Registration for dogs begins at 5:00 p.m., so please sign up you children and their favorite pets and don’t forget your cameras - there is sure to be several Kodak moments! (This is not a professional show)

Andrew Cantu, President of the MCFA welcomes everyone to the Montgomery County Fair. “We are the biggest event in Montgomery County, and it takes each of our 600 volunteer workers to make it run smoothly. One of the keys to our success has been the tremendous support of our business community,” he states on the official website.

Visit the MCFA online at http://mcfa.org/index.htm for detailed events schedule and ticket information.

Open House Events Set This Weekend in Graystone Hills, Fairfield and Oakhurst at Kingwood

Cheryl Boe — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 02:48:24 +0100

March 20 & 21, 2010 - This weekend, Friendswood Development Company will host an open house even in three communities, offering visitors the opportunity to tour both new and resale homes.

Fairfield, Oakhurst at Kingwood and Graystone Hills in Conroe will have a variety of new homes open, with many ready for move-in, as well as resale homes open with Realtors on site to answer questions.

Residents, Realtors and shoppers have opportunities to tour new and resale homes and find out why many people are making these Friendswood Development Co. communities their home.

For years, the Open House weekend event has taken place in master-planned Fairfield and due to demand and response; the event now will be a regular occurrence in Oakhurst at Kingwood, offering direct access to U.S. 59; and in Graystone Hills, Conroe’s only master-planed community. “This is a great way for home shoppers to really learn a lot about the community,” said Christine Draughn, marketing director for Friendswood Development Co.’s north Houston communities.

The Open House event in both communities is the weekend of Jan. 16-17. Visitors can tour new decorated model homes, inventory homes and resale homes.

New homes are open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Resale homes are open from 1- p.m. until 4 p.m. on Sunday.

In Fairfield, maps and information are available at the Fairfield Information Center, just past the main entrance of the community on Mason Road.Visitors to Oakhurst at Kingwood will find signage and a plexi box with information directing them to model homes and open houses available at central distribution points in the community. In Graystone Hills, maps and information will be available at the recreation center, which is located near the entrance of the community.

Fairfield, Graystone Hills and Oakhurst at Kingwood offer an impressive selection of homes that range from luxury courtyard and patio homes to elegant custom homes.

Crighton Players: Our Town

Greg Rivera — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 03:44:12 +0100

Conroe’s own Crighton Players are presenting the drama Our Town from March 5th through March 29th. This American classic, written by Thorton Wilder, is directed by Grace Thompson and is sure to make a remarkable night out for Graystone Hills residents.

The “Pulitzer Prize-winning play is a rich, engaging story exploring the lives of people living in a quintessential American small town at the turn of the 20th Century.

Performance Times:

Friday-Saturday at 8:00 pm

March 5-6, 12-13, 19-20 & 26-27

Sunday Matinees at 2pm

March 14,21, & 28

Purchase Tickets

Residents should also look out for One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest this summer.

Photo: Director Grace Thompson shows actors the emotion she wants for a scene during rehearsal. Photo by David Hopper

Montgomery County Fair April 9-18

Greg Rivera — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:14 +0100

The largest event in Montgomery County, the Montgomery County Fair, is set to take place April 9 through April 18, and preceding the fair will be the MCFA Scholarship Trail Ride on the weekend of March 26 through March 28.

This fair will be Montgomery County's 53rd annual fair in which the community has come together to support its youth. The fair anticipates approximately 1,000 animal exhibitors, in which spectators support and auction for student-raised livestock and smaller animals. Activities within the fair festivities include a Fair Queen pageant, animal judging, church services, craft lessons such as needlecraft and photography, a teen dance, barbecue cook-off, and so much more.

Admission Prices

April 9th, 10th, 11th, 16th & 17th
12 and older - $10.00 11 and under - $5.00 Preschool – Free

April 9th & 10th Military Appreciation Days
Uniformed Military Personnel – Free (Included members of immediate family with active Military I.D.)

April 18th El Dia De La Familia Hispana
12 and older - $15.00 11 and Under - Free

Gate admission entitles one to all events with exception of carnival rides.

For a schedule of events and more information about the Montgomery County Fair and its history, visit MCFA.org.

Donny Edwards Performs A Tribute to Elvis at the Crighton in Conroe

Greg Rivera — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:57:32 +0100

He may look, talk and walk like Elvis, but this is none other than Donny Edwards, and Conroe residents can catch his live performance, ‘A tribute to Elvis’ at Crighton Theatre in Conroe on Saturday January 30 and Sunday January 31. This local theatre has been serving the community with performances for all ages and tastes and was recently recognized with the “Ultimate Venue-Outside the Loop” award by the Houston Chronicle for offering performances for all tastes in the arts.

Impersonating Elvis may be a niche, but it’s an unexpected one that has served Donny Edwards well. He is a Texas native who never planned on being an Elvis impersonator, but with a look and a voice so similar to Elvis’ the persona eventually took shape. “My look is very similar to Elvis’ and it’s naturaI. I vocally have a very similar tone and for the last few years, things have really skyrocketed for me,” Edwards said. “As a kid, I loved going into my room and singing Elvis songs, but l liked everyone else, too. I never cared for guys who did Elvis.”

Starting as a love for music and singing as a kid his talent became an unexpected career in 2002. After graduating he made his way to Vegas and when numerous people asked him where he performed paired with his father’s acknowledgement that he sounded pretty good doing an Elvis recording, Edwards decided there might be something to this and started entertaining the idea of becoming an Elvis impersonator. “In ’02, I joined in a contest and before I knew it, I won,” he shared. “I did another contest and I won that one. Then I got third at a big one in Wisconsin. I met quite a few people in the business there.” Soon Edwards was making his way to Vegas to begin work as The King and he hasn’t looked back since.

Edwards has now been performing for seven years, with a look, style and voice that landed him in third place on the 2007 ABC television show “The Next Best Thing.” “It was a cool experience. I still feel like I should have won,” Edwards laughed. “But it was very humbling to be around that many people who were good at the art of portraying someone. I’ve never been around that much talent. I had a great time down there.”

Now Edwards is back in Texas for area residents to enjoy as he shakes, rattles and rolls across the Crighton stage. What began as a one night show called “One Night with Elvis” became three shows as residents were eager to purchase tickets and the January 22 show sold old almost immediately.

Donny Edwards returns to the Crighton Theatre, along with American Idol finalist - Sundance Head, and Legendary Band – Fever, for more performances on January 30 and 31. Tickets start at just $25 and can be purchased online at www.crightontheatre.org or by calling 936-441-7469 ext 201. Saturday’s show starts at 7pm and Sunday’s at 3pm at the Crighton Theatre, at 234 Main St. in Conroe, TX.

Source: www.hcnonline.com

Winter Brings Fine Wining

Greg Rivera — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 01:45:33 +0100

The weather is cold and business is slow for winemakers this time of the year. Texas winemakers will be using this opportunity to host wine dinners in local restaurants and wineries.

The dinners are highly enjoyable for Conroe residents, but for the winemaker it is an artistic means to represent their trade. Attendants are sure to have a good time with the artists telling stories and creating an atmosphere of comfort, guiding you through their creations and sharing the wonders of “vinification.”

One location, Bernhardt Winery, has the scene set with music, entertainment, dancing, and the relaxing warmth of a fireplace. Bernhardt Winery is also scheduled to hold seminars on January 30, February 6, and February 27 sharing information on their vineyard and winemaking process.

Upcoming information and events are listed below, so let the wining begin.

January 15 - Flat Creek Estates from the Texas Hill Country will host a wine dinner at the Longwood Golf Course (The Grille) 13300 Longwood Trace Cypress, Texas. For information, call Frank Horton at (281) 373-4100 ext. 13.

January 23 - Bernhardt Winery hosts Winter Madness in an intimate setting with a four course European dinner interspersed with Bernhardt’s best. For reservations, call (936) 894-9829. 1 Windsor Drive, Conroe, Texas 77304

January 23 - Stone House Winery hosts a four course wine dinner in the Texas Hill Country, beginning at 6:30 p.m. For more information go to www.stonehousevinyard.com. 24350 Haynie Flat Road, Spicewood, Texas 78669

February 5 - The Texas Bluebonnet Wine Trail will host a wine trail kickoff dinner beginning at 6:30 p.m., at Messina Hof Winery in Bryan. Go to www.messinahof.com for more details. 4545 Old Reliance Road, Bryan, Texas 77808

February 7 - Cooking lessons with Chef Brett Montgomery followed by a wonderful wine dinner paired with four different Messina Hof wines at the Messina Hof Winery in Bryan. Call (800) 736-9463 ext. 224 for more information or to make reservations. 4545 Old Reliance Road, Bryan, Texas 77808

February 13 - Bernhardt Winery hosts a romantic four course dinner paired with music of the Don Juan Band. 1 Windsor Drive, Conroe, Texas 77304

Open House Weekends Come to Graystone Hills

Cheryl Boe — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 04:49:57 +0100

Starting in 2010, Friendswood Development Company has expanded its highly popular Open House weekend event from Fairfield to Graystone Hills and Oakhurst at Kingwood. Now, residents, Realtors and home shoppers have even more opportunities to tour new and resale homes and find out why so many people are making these outstanding Friendswood Development Company communities their home.

For years, the highly successful Open House weekend event has taken place in master-planned Fairfield and due to the strong demand and response from home shoppers and Realtors, the event will now be a monthly occurrence in Graystone Hills, Conroe’s only mater-planned community, and Oakhurst at Kingwood, offering direct access to US 59.

“Realtors love this event because it gives them so much support for their listings,” said Christine Draughn, marketing director for Friendswood Development Company’s north Houston communities. “Often, residents who live in the community are selling their home because they either need more space or are ready for less space. It’s very well received by residents as well as those visiting the community.”

The Open House weekend events are scheduled on the third Sunday of each month. Visitors can tour new decorated model homes by top Houston builders, available inventory homes and resale homes. New homes are open on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and on Sunday from noon until 5 p.m. Resale homes are open on Sunday from 1-5 p.m.

Fairfield, Graystone Hills and Oakhurst at Kingwood offer an impressive selection of homes that range from luxury courtyard and patio homes to elegant custom homes.

Crighton Players Shake Up The New Year

Greg Rivera — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 02:55:13 +0100

Looking for a way to shake up the New Year with some fun, food, and music? Conroe area residents can check out the Crighton Players’ production of “Shaking Up The New Year – A Tribute to Elvis.”

The show will feature a catered dinner by TreeBeards at 7:30pm, followed by the show at 9:30. ‘Shaking Up The New Year’ will offer a fun time for all at the Owen Theatre in downtown Conroe and features performers Larry Nelson, Joey Lamont, Jeff Elkins and Mike Ragan. But it doesn’t stop there – after the show there will be time for dancing on the Owen stage as The David McKenery Band plays live music for your enjoyment until the clock ticks down to midnight.

As 2009 rolls into 2010 there will be a balloon drop and a champagne toast - a lively night of enjoyment to start the New Year!

Tickets are $80 per couple or $45 per person. Space is limited to 120 party goers, so call now to get your tickets. For reservations and information please visit www.crightonplayers.org or call 936-539-4090.

Toyota Texas Bass Classic - Lake Conroe

daphne — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Conroe residents can get excited to welcome the Toyota Texas Bass Classic (TTBC) – the world championship of the Professional Anglers Association Tournament Series – October 16-18, 2009 at Lake Conroe, TX.

This three day competition will feature the world’s top tournament bass anglers, but it isn’t just for fishing fans - the TTBC is proud to team with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to offer “Texas Parks and Wildlife Outdoor Adventures.” The “adventures” are family friendly exhibits which include a Kid’s Fishing Pond, Sharelunker Trailer, Archery Range and much more.

The weekend events include great food and extraordinary live music from top artists such as the Kyle Hunt Band, Julianne Hough and Josh Turner among others. There will be a fishing industry expo featuring seminars on the latest in fishing equipment, gear and accessories. The Toyota Texas Bass Classic is also a great way for Conroe businesses to increase their positive limelight and get their service out to more customers. Proceeds will go to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

For more information or to order tickets please go to ToyotaTexasBassClassic.com. Or to become a corporate partner or sponsor you can contact Lesley Baker at 479-715-6104 and get more information on how this great opportunity can benefit your business.

If you can’t make it to the tournament to enjoy the delicious food and live music but want to watch the world class angling - then you can catch the action from home by tuning in to CBS National Broadcast on Saturday November 21 at 1:00pm CST.

Book Signing for Woodlands Author on September 12th

daphne — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Woodlands author Richard M. Martin recently published his second book, ‘Welford Street Miracles’. The new book recalls past experiences and lessons Martin learned over the course of his life and also includes stories of the history and miracles that happened on Welford Street in Port Arthur, TX.

“The inspiration came from stories that were told in the family from the 1930s … through the 1980s about miracles that were told around the neighborhood,” Martin said.

On September 12th, Hastings, located at 1306 W. Davis St, will host a book signing for ‘Welford Street Miracles’ from 1-4 pm.

The back of his book reads: “Join author R. Merial Martin and Richard as he works to create a financial legacy for his children before the cancer takes hold. Watch as past miracles on Welford Street influence his life's work. Walk with Richard and witness the greatest ‘Welford Street Miracle.’”

While the book is mainly non-fiction, the author adds that it is roughly 10 percent fiction. Martin, who goes by the pen name R. Merial Martin, is currently retired and has lived in The Woodlands since 2001. He is a founding member of Woodlands Church Fellowship Campus. He also is part of the Conroe 300 Bowl’s business men’s league.

You can learn more about Martin’s books at TatePublishing.com.

Source: The Courier Of Montgomery County

See Miss Saigon at the Owen Theatre in Conroe

daphne — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Those looking for a taste of theater are in luck. The musical, Miss Saigon will be performed by the Crighton Players at the Owen Theatre at 225 Collins St. in Conroe.

The musical is set during the Vietnam War and tells the tale of an American GI and a young girl in Saigon. Claude-Michel Schonberg composed the musical score with lyrics by Alain Boubil and Richard Maltby, Jr. The musical was nominated for 11 Tony awards and has a captivating love story and musical score and envelopes the audience within its world.

The story of Miss Saigon revolves around an American soldier during the Vietnam war named Chris and a young barmaid, Kim. Their love blossoms during the end of the war. The story is one of the traditional star-crossed lovers who pledge to be together even though their countries won't allow it. The musical spans years of their lives as the musical score sweeps and tells the tale of their drama.

"I think it is a musical masterpiece. It's absolutely fabulous," states Marty Craig, local director. "The story is a reflection on our history of what happened during the last days of the Vietnam War and fall of Saigon." She also added, "The story is a classic love story," and that "The people who put this show together are the same ones that did 'Les Miserables,' and the music is indicative of that. It's dramatic, exciting, thrilling music."

Miss Saigon is currently being performed by the Crighton Players on Friday and Saturday nights at 8pm. The scheduled dates are August 21, 22, 28 and 29, and September 4 and 5. Special Sunday matinee dates will be at 2pm on August 23, 30 and September 6. Tickets on sale are $20 for adults, and $15 for children under 12. Group discounts are also available. Tickets may also be purchased at the Owen Theatre Box Office by phone at (936) 539-4090. More information is also available at the Crighton Players website.

Image courtesy of The Courier of Montgomery County

Source: The Courier of Montgomery County

Great Texas Music and Great Texas Wine, Sunday at Bernhardt Winery

Cheryl Boe — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Singer/songwriter Kyle Hutton will perform at The Bernhardt Winery in Plantersville just north of Houston this Sunday, July 19, from 7:00-9:00.

Bernhardt's "On the Porch Concert Series" features the best in live singer songwriters select Sunday evenings throughout the year. Hutton’s Real Life, Real Music series is generously sponsored by Graystone Hills and Friendswood Development Company. Hutton has performed previously at events in Graystone Hills, Conroe’s only master-planned community.

New homes in Graystone Hills are priced from the $190,000s to the $600,000s by D.R. Horton, Lennar, Trendmaker Homes, Village Builders and Meritage Homes.

This weekend’s event will feature award winning wine and award winning music – all just north of Houston. Tickets are just $5 and guests are encourage to bring chairs or blankets.

There's not a better place in the North Houston area to see the sunset!!! Tickets are just $5. For more information on the event, visit www.bernhardtwinery.com.