author Raymond Benson visits library, May 21
Join former official James Bond continuation novel author, Raymond Benson, for
an enlightening side show presentation all about the history of 007. Benson
will cover the life of Ian Fleming and his creation of the character, James
Bond, the rise of 007 in popularity through novels and films, and finally
Benson
’s own involvement in the franchise. A question and answer session will follow.
The Barbara Bush library is located at
6817 Cypresswood Drive in Spring. Call
281-376-4610 for more information.
Woodlands Arthritis Walk, May 30
The South Texas-Arthritis Foundation will hold its 1st Annual Woodlands
Arthritis Walk on May 30 from 8 a.m.-11 a.m. at 2099 Lake Robbins Drive,Town
Green Park.
There will be a 3-mile walk or a 1-mile dog walk with a Dog Zone, Kid Zone, VIP
tent with Chick-fil-A breakfast and chair massages.
Registration starts at 8 a.m. and the walk begins at 9 a.m.
Summer Shakespeare Workshop for Youth, june 8-26
Bravo Company will offer a Shakespeare Workshop for youth this summer. Students
will have the opportunity to better understand Shakespeare
’s language through games and music. They will also explore the process of
production including set, costume and makeup design, audition techniques and
casting procedures. The four-week workshop will culminate with two performances
of
A Midsummer Night’s Dream for family and friends.
The workshop will be held Monday-Friday, June 8-26, at the Crighton Theatre
located at 234 N. Main in Conroe. Performances will be on June 27-28.
Classes will be designated according to age: 8-13 years and 14-18 years. The
cost is $250 per child. A discount is available for families enrolling more
than one child.
YMCA’s SilverSneakers Fitness Program
The Montgomery County YMCAs offer a variety of wellness programs for the active
older adult to get fit, have fun, be healthy, stay independent and make new
friends.
The SilverSneakers Fitness Program is designed to help seniors improve their
health and is provided at no additional cost by Medicare and Medicare
Supplement health plan carriers that are part of the SilverSneakers program.
One of the many benefits of the program is a free membership to the YMCA. For
more information on which health plans offer the SilverSneakers program, go to
www.silversneakers.com.
The YMCA offers several exercise and social opportunities for older adults. For
more information
call 281-367-9622 or visit
www.southcounty-ymca.org.
beginning may 26
Wine & Food Week 2009
The 5th Annual Wine & Food Week is set for May 26-31. This year’s epicurean adventure explores the tastes of Texas and welcomes national and
international winemakers, culinary experts, gourmands and those who just want
to savor the flavor while learning something new in a beautiful setting.
With 40 sensational events, a myriad of wine and culinary icons are flocking to
Houston to take part in this elite event. Renowned chefs from throughout Texas
and beyond showcase their culinary expertise partnered with hundreds of wines
from around the world.
Most of the events are held at the Marriott Waterway in The Woodlands, with
several wine dinner offerings at restaurants in Houston. For ticket information
and a complete schedule, visit
www.wineandfoodweek.com or call 713-557-5732.
beginnng june 19
Junior Clay Court Tennis Championships
The 31st annual Woodlands Junior Clay Court Tennis Championships will be held
June 19-21, at The Woodlands Country Club Tennis Center.
The tournament will feature singles and doubles boys’ and girls’ matches in the 12-18 age brackets. Level of play will be ZATs, Champs and
Superchamps. More than 400 players from around Texas and the United States are
expected to participate. The tournament is open to the public.
The WMTA is seeking community support for the tournament. Proceeds from the
event will benefit Interfaith of The Wood-lands and other local charities. For
more information about the JCCC, contact Russ Angell at
rangell@thewoodlandscc.com. To donate or volunteer, contact Bob Schmidt at bobschmidt72@gmail.com.
Spring Farmers’ market, Through june 28
Grogan’s Mill Village Associations is holding its Spring Farmers’ Market every Saturday through June 28 from 8 a.m.-noon at the Grogan’s Mill Village Shopping Center, 2230 Buckthorne.
Various farmers’ market products including produce, preserves, meats, eggs, bread, Indian food,
natural and goat
’s milk soaps, gourmet dog treats, olive oil and more.
town center theatre’s 2009-10 schedule
Town Center Theatre announced its season lineup for 2009-10, which includes a
musical favorite and a final production that will be chosen by subscribers:
Nunsense!, July 17-Aug. 2; The Compleat Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged), Sept. 25-Oct. 11; and Merry Christmas, George Bailey, Dec. 4-20.
Single tickets are $25; $20 for seniors; and $15 for students and can be
purchased through the TCT Box Office at 832-592-9697. For more information, go
to
www.towncentertheatre.com.
