The Woodlands Events and Happenings in The Woodlands Area

beginning march 05
The Barry Sea Paradox In Concert

Barry and Barbara (Bobbie) Sea (Siegel) are appearing with their group, The Barry Sea Paradox, every Thursday and Saturday at two Post Oak Grill locations. One of Texas ’ hottest groups, The Barry Sea Paradox has a hit CD that is played often on KTSU-FM, KPVU-FM and Ronnie Renfrow ’s Classic Cool radio show on 650 AM. They’ve appeared at many of Texas’ finest clubs playing music they describe as “Smooth Jazz with a Rough Edge Called Soul.” It includes a wide variety of jazz, R&B, oldies, swing and even some country. It’s ideal for dancing, or you can just sit back, listen, and enjoy. The group has appeared on Hometown Live on ABC affiliate Channel 13, Great Day Houston on CBS affiliate Channel 11, and Fox Rocks on Channel 26. Performances will be held on Thursdays, 6 p.m.-10 p.m., Post Oak Grill Cafe (Midtown), 3017 Milam (just north of Elgin); and Saturdays, 8 p.m.-midnight, Post Oak Grill, 1415 S. Post Oak Lane.

To learn more about the group, listen to their CD and view their TV appearances, go towww.barrysea.com. Click on “tours and events” to learn of other appearances, Click on “e-mail sign-up” to get on their mailing list, or just call Barry at 713-822-5011.

beginning march 06

SPRINGFEST IN OLD TOWN SPRING

The 11th Annual SpringFest, one of the largest wine
exhibition and tasting events in Houston, will take
place in Historic Old Town Spring March 6-8.

Wine enthusiasts are invited to attend this Texas-
style event featuring local wineries showcasing top
Texas wines, microbrewed beer tastings, large
Mesquite craftsmanship exhibition featuring finely
crafted furniture and art, original art-work from local
artists and live entertainment featuring perfor-
mances from Davin James, Shake Russell, jazz
ensembles and more.

The event is free on Friday and Sunday, and $10 on
Saturday after 4 p.m. Wine tasting tickets are $20 in
advance and $25 at the gate. Price includes a commemorative
wine glass and five tastings, with additional tastings available for $1 each.

Proceeds will benefit the Spring Preservation League, a nonprofit foundation dedicated to the preservation and beautification of Old Town Spring. For more information, go towww.oldtownspring.com.

nam’s volunteer orientation,
march 4, 19

Northwest Assistance Ministries has changed it New Volunteer Orientation times to accommodate the schedules of more community members. Orientations will now be held the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at NAM, 15555 Kuykendahl. Upcoming orientation dates are March 4 and March 19.

The orientation includes a tour of the organization, so attendees can select their ideal placement. Groups and individuals are encouraged to attend.

To sign up for an orientation or to schedule a private orientation, call 281-885-4609 or e-maillfullerton@namonline.org.

repurposed and recycled materials art show, march 6

The first Repurposed and Recycled Materials Art Show will be held on March 6 at Frame Craft Lampros Gallery, 26106 Oak Ridge Drive at 7 p.m.

There will be a silent auction for one of the pieces of art with proceeds going to an environmental charity. The show will exhibit local art made using recycled and repurposed objects. Refreshments will be served.

For more information, call 281-364-0075.

MARKET STREET HOSTS BEST SHOPPING CONFESSIONS CONTEST, deadline march 6

Do you love to shop? Does your shopping addiction rival those of Rebecca Bloomberg, the compulsive shopper starring in the movie Confessions of a Shopaholic.

If so, celebrate the movie’s release at Market Street – The Woodlands by sending in your craziest shopping confession in 150 words or less now through March 6.

The winning confession will receive a $100 Market Street gift card, a Market Street reusable shopping bag and a copy of Sophie Kinsella ’s novel Confessions of a Shopaholic.

Shopping confessions may be dropped off at the Market Street concierge desk located next to Truffles Chocolate Lounge in front of the North Commons area. Visitors may also e-mail their entries tojtaylor@trademarkproperty.com.

No purchase is necessary. The winner will be notified by March 9.

acting 101 class, beginning march 7

Town Center Theatre and The Woodlands Children’s Museum will begin an Acting 101 class on March 7 from 10 a.m.-noon at the Woodlands Children ’s Museum. There will be six classes per course with the final class and performance on April 18.

Acting 101 is a basic class in theater that is open to children ages 6 to 12. Students will be exposed to such elements as mime skills, breathing and movement techniques, improvisation and basic theater etiquette.

The registration fee is $200 per child and includes instruction and all course materials and services. The fee is $170 for members of The Woodlands Children ’s Museum.

To register, call 281-465-0955 or 832-592-9697.

Rodeo uncorked! champion wine auction and dinner, march 7

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Wine Auction Committee will host the annual Champion Wine Auction and Dinner at the Methodist Training Center (across from Reliant Stadium) on March 7 at 6 p.m.

The event will kickoff with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, featuring more than 200 award-winning wines and a silent auction featuring various wine-related packages. At 7 p.m., attendees will enjoy a sumptuous five-course seated dinner, and winning wines will be auctioned to the highest bidders in the live auction beginning at 8 p.m.

A limited number of reserved tables can be purchased for $2,500, $4,000 or $7,500. Limited individual tickets are available for $325.

For tickets and information, go to www.rodeohouston.com, call 832-667-1128, or e-mail wine@rodeohouston.com.

Net proceeds from the auction benefit the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

Friends of Texas Wildlife
volunteers needed

Friends of Texas Wildlife needs to recruit additional volunteers to help care for the increasing numbers of animals it is receiving. During 2008, nearly three times as many animals were taken in (raccoons, possums, squirrels and fawns) than are normally received in a year.

For additional information, go to www.friendsoftexaswildlife.org.

Computer Classes at the Library, during march

Dave Smith, computer instructor, will be teaching seven different computer classes at the Barbara Bush Branch Library in February The classes are computer basics, Introduction to the Internet, e-mail, MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher. Each class meets for one 2-hour session. As class size is limited to 12 people, pre-registration is required for each class. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Call the library at 281-376-4610 for more information and to register for a class. The classes are held in the Barbara Bush Library Friends Computer Lab. Check out the online registration at http://www.hcpl.net/calendar.php.

Mutt Strutt and Runway Race, march 7

The Houston SPCA and the Houston Airport System are teaming up once again to host the annual Mutt Strut & Runway Race sponsored by VCA Animal Hospitals. This event will take place on March 7 on the tarmac at Bush Intercontinental Airport, where you can run or walk with your favorite four-legged friend.

Check-in begins at 6:30 a.m., and the competitive 5K Runway Race and non-competitive Mutt Strut both begin at 8 a.m.

Register online at houstonspca.org as a company team or individual. To receive an official event T-shirt, donate or raise $25 or more.

There will be pet contests, demonstrations, food, vendor booths and kids activities. Your pets can strut their stuff in front of a panel of judges in contests to include Best Dressed, Cutest Dog and Best Trick.

For more information, call 713-869-7722.

teen support group, mondays

Vanessa Gonzales, Hispanic outreach specialist, and Cynthia Martinez, education specialist, are offering a teen support group through the Montgomery County Women ’s Center.

The group meets Monday evenings from 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at 1600 Lake Front Circle in The Woodlands. Female teens, between the ages of 13 and 17, who are victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault are invited to participate. The group meeting is free of charge.