haunting creatures around every corner.
Fright Fest is featured weekends beginning Oct. 3 through Nov. 1. Hours of
operation are Fridays, 6 p.m.-11 p.m.; Saturdays, noon-9 p.m., and Sundays
noon-8 p.m.
Experience the ultimate musical ensemble as the best musicians are resurrected
from the grave for one last performance during Last Chance Legends in Purgatory
Hall (The Zaragoza Theatre). With characters ranging from the
“the king” of rock Pelvis Wrestly, the dreadfully divine Scarylin Monroe, and Momma
Casket-Elliot, this over-the-top satire features a twist on classic musical
favorites accompanied by the live band The Skeletones. With surprises around
every corner, you never know who might show up.
Additionally, join all your favorite monster classics including Frankenstein,
Bride of Frankenstein, Dracula, Wolf Man and more during Creature Feature at
Rockville High. Performed on a cemetery-themed set, this elaborate musical
experience contains a variety of genres and songs.
Families may also participate in a Halloween traditions during Fright Fest such
as Scooby-Doo
& Friends Trick-or-Treating at Sundance Theatre or cookie and pumpkin decorating
for a nominal fee at Baxter
’s Garage in Rockville.
live music performances
in the woodlands
With over 400 live musical performances scheduled this fall, The Woodlands
remains one of the region
’s top spots for great, live music, ranging from the afternoon and after-work
concerts along The Woodlands Waterway to the new and improved Cynthia Woods
Mitchell Pavilion and more.
Every week through December, visitors to The Woodlands can find tunes to satisfy
any musical tastes. Here is a sampling of what
’s scheduled this fall: The Woodlands Community Associations presents its 2009
free Concert-in-the-Park fall series every Sunday from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. through
Oct. 25. Spend Sunday evenings listening to live music from a variety of
talented entertainers including the jazzy tunes of Rhett Butler, Swing Thing
and many more.
Entertainment at Waterway Square continues, as its Summer Nights, Waterway
Lights series take place every Friday and Saturday from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Located
along Waterway Avenue in The Woodlands Town Center, this free event features a
variety of entertainers including live bands, jugglers, mimes, face painters,
stilt walkers, balloonists, magicians and/or caricaturists.
Looking for fun, tropical-island tunes? Then stop by Tommy Bahama Café & Emporium at Market Street – The Woodlands where musicians take the stage throughout the week from 5:30
p.m.-10:30 p.m. and Saturday nights from 6:30 p.m.-11 p.m.
At America’s restaurant (Waterway Square), diners will find a bold and exciting musical
experience as salsa, merengue, Brazilian rock and top 40s hits pulsate
throughout the multi-level restaurant every Friday and Saturday beginning at 10
p.m.
How about some great music and dancing under the stars? Check out Fred Astaire
Dance Studios during its debut at Market Street
– The Woodlands on Oct. 1, 5 and 29. This is the perfect opportunity to be a part
of powerful performances, watch glamorous showcases by top-ranked competitors
and socialize with other dancers.
The shopping and entertainment center welcomes the return of its popular,
month-long Fall Concert Series every Thursday night in October when some of the
area
’s hottest musical talents perform right in Market Street’s Central Park. Scheduled performers include: Moodafaruka, Oct. 1; Lvele One,
Oct. 8; The Brew, Oct. 22; and Grady Gaines and Texas Upsetters, Oct. 29.
Infant Feeding and Digestion Seminar, Oct. 1
Texas Children’s Hospital will present a free seminar for new parents about digestive health,
colic and breastfeeding on Oct. 1 at 7 p.m. at the Woodlands Waterway Marriott
Hotel.
Led by pediatric gastroenterolgist Dr. Bryan S. Vartabedian and expert lactation
consultant Nancy Hurst, R.N, Ph.D.,
“Babies Burps and Breastfeeding” will cover issues such as reflux, colic, breastfeeding, burping and spitting
up, soothing the irritable baby and common myths about feeding and elimination.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Parents are invited to bring their babies to the event.
Free parking is available in the Town Center Garage. Reservations are
recommended, 832-824-2627.
GRAMMY NOMINEE ASLEEP AT THE
WHEEL to perform AT children’s
safe harbor FUNDRAISER, OCT. 3
A night of dinner and dancing with Western Swing group, Asleep At The Wheel, and a fish fry by County Commissioner Mike Meador are the highlights of a
fundraiser benefitting Children
’s Safe Harbor, Montgomery County’s Children’s Advocacy Center. The event is set for Oct. 3 at the Moran Ranch in Wills,
Texas.
Coffee With The Cardiologist series at St. Luke’s The Woodlands Hospital, beginning Oct. 8
St. Luke’s The Woodlands Hospital is hosting an informal series of discussions entitled Coffee With The Cardiologist that will cover educational topics presented by cardiologist Margit Nemeth,
M.D., at 8 a.m. in Conference Room 4 of the hospital.
The topics include:Women and Heart Disease on Oct. 8, Discover the latest
findings about why women are at a high risk; Pathways To A Healthy Heart on
Oct. 29, Exercise physiologist shares steps toward better habits for
cardiovascular health; Combating Cholesterol on Nov. 12, Discover what you can
do to achieve a healthier level; and Have Yourself A Healthy Little Holiday on
Dec. 10, Ways to stay heart healthy during the festive season.
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