Hello May ! 31 THINGS TO DO IN MAY

Discover what’s happening with the Hello Woodlands’ monthly guide featuring events, activities, locations, and ways to get involved in your community. Join us this May by trying new activities and attending events in and around The Woodlands and Montgomery County, Texas. Featured Events

April 29 - May 5 Insperity Invitational May 4 Houston Ballet Mixed Repertory May 4 Building Hope Gala

Insperity Invitational presented by UnitedHealthcare at The The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion welcomes an exquisitely The annual Building Hope Gala benefiting Habitat for Woodlands County Club Tournament Course. Where Legends beautiful Houston Ballet performance with both classic and Humanity of Montgomery County at The Woodlands Play. Free Grounds Admission courtesy of Insperity and modern elements. Lawn and Mezzanine seating is free. Gates Waterway Marriott is a fun-filled evening with an elegant Woodforest National Bank and Free Parking at Woodforest open at 7:00 p.m. and show starts at 8:00 p.m. dinner, testimonial, dancing and the Tin Man Band. Stadium. Learn more about events like the Breakfast with Champions, Fuzzy’s Ultra Premium Vodka Out Drive John Daly, WoodlandsCenter.org/performing-arts-season www.habitatmctx.org/gala/ and the 3M Greats of Golf. InsperityInvitational.com

May 9 Shelter for Shelter May 8 WORKSUITES Grand Opening Join The Richmond Realty Group RE/MAX The Woodlands & Spring for an evening of fine food, wine, spirits, and May 22 La Bohème & Ribbon Cutting Celebration entertainment hosted at the beautiful Mercedes-Benz of The Woodlands. You won’t want to miss being a part of the first Get swept up in a romantic whirlwind. Set in the heart of the You’re invited to join WORKSUITES in celebrating the newest bohemian revolution, this romantic whirlwind from Houston flexible workspace location. Enjoy complimentary tacos and class event “Shelter for Shelter” with community leaders, local Grand Opera brings opera’s greatest love story to The margaritas, win bottles of liquor and gift cards, meet other businesses and restaurants, while raising funds for YES to motivated businessmen and women, and tour this absolutely YOUTH – Montgomery County Youth Services! All donations Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion’s Main Stage. Lawn and stunning space! There will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony will be made to YES to YOUTH. Mezzanine seating is free. Gates open at 7:00 p.m. and with The Woodlands Chamber of Commerce at 4:15 pm and show starts at 8:00 p.m. the reception continues until 6:30 pm. youthmc.ejoinme.org/2019shelterforshelter WoodlandsCenter.org/performing-arts-season http://bit.ly/WORKSUITESGrandOpening

May 30 How to Train Your Dragon May 23 Go Red For Women in Concert Dancing With the Stars icon Val Chmerkovskiy will make an Fly into summer! Featuring John Powell’s Oscar-nominated appearance at The American Heart Association's 15th annual score performed live by the Houston Symphony to the movie, Montgomery County Go Red for Women Sweet 15 How to Train Your Dragon – In Concert is a thrilling experience Celebration from 1-4 p.m. at The Woodlands Waterway for all ages. Lawn and Mezzanine seating is free. Gates open Marriott. May 27 Memorial Day 2019 at 6:30 p.m. and show starts at 8:00 p.m. http://montgomerycountygored.heart.org/ Visit our Calendar for ceremonies, tributes and celebrations! WoodlandsCenter.org/performing-arts-season

Visit the Hello Woodlands Calendar at HelloWoodlands.com/Calendar for MORE events, information and directions! MAY EVENTS Continued

May 1 – Coffee with a Cop – Mark your calendars and come join The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office for coffee and fellowship at Noe’s Crepes Coffee & Tea to enjoy Coffee with a Cop. Join Deputies from Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office to discuss local matters, build relationships, and drink coffee. Coffee with a Cop provides a unique opportunity for community members to ask questions and learn more about the Sheriff’s Office work in the community.

May 1 – Creekside Park Unplugged Free Concert Series – This family-friendly event in The Woodlands at Creekside Park Village Green will feature Troy Ita (rock, pop, and more) on May 1. Visitors are invited to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets to the concerts (no glass permitted).

May 2 – Breakfast with Champions – The Breakfast with Champions is an opportunity to hear from champions of the game of golf in a unique environment at the Insperity Invitational. The breakfast is held on Thursday, May 2 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in the Champions Club on the 18th hole with proceeds from the event benefiting Panther Creek Inspiration Ranch. The morning includes breakfast and a Q&A with World Golf Hall of Fame Member Nancy Lopez.

May 2 – North Houston Business Extravaganza – The North Houston Business Extravaganza is on Thursday, May 2 from 5 to 8 p.m at the Glade Arts Foundation. Attend the largest free Business Networking event in north Houston with over 450 local businesses. Admission is free with your business card! Build your sphere of influence and meet other businesses in your community. The focus is always on leadership, community, and the importance of business relationships.

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 – Market Street’s Spring Concert Series – Market Street’s popular spring concert series, featuring artists in Top 40, Blues, Latin and more, returns to the shopping, dining and entertainment destination every Thursday, April 11 through June 6, from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Each concert in the series is free and open to the public. Guests are invited to bring blankets and lawn chairs and sit back, relax, and enjoy the performances.

May 2 – Cinco de Mayo Fiesta of Champions benefiting FAITH Fighting Cancer – The fiesta will honor the selflessness of FAITH’s Champions in their efforts to help others in our community. The Party Casual dinner will feature fiesta fajitas from El Bosque plus awesome silent and live auctions, featuring the famous Ray Burgess as the auctioneer this year. FAITH Fighting Cancer in Montgomery County is a 501©(3) non-profit organization, which is run entirely by volunteers, most of whom have dealt with cancer either personally or with close family members and friends.

May 3 – Fuzzy’s Ultra Premium Vodka Out Drive John Daly – On Friday, May 3 join the Insperity Invitational for Fuzzy’s Ultra Premium Vodka Out Drive John Daly Competition! Come watch competitors try to out drive John Daly. End of play (around 5pm) on the driving range.

May 3 – Women of Distinction Luncheon – Join the community for the Montgomery County Women of Distinction’s 29th Annual Women of Distinction luncheon to honor the volunteers in our community! Brittney Bates has been chosen by the Montgomery County Women’s Center as its Woman of Distinction for 2019.

May 3 – The Woodlands Charities’ Chef Showdown – Six teams of chefs will compete for the coveted Golden Fork and Silver Spoon Award based on the funds they help us raise for a charitable focus. These wonderful Chefs are community leaders who will help prepare the fabulous Mexican food for all to enjoy. Come and spend an evening of food, entertainment, music, dancing and fellowship.

May 3 – Patsy Cline Tribute Concert – Enjoy a night filled with Patsy Cline’s favorite songs featuring Kelley Peters and Nobody’s Fool Band. At the Glade Arts Foundation. Limited seats! Cash Bar and light complimentary appetizers available throughout the show. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Concert starts at 7:30 p.m.

May 4 – 3M Greats of Golf – Join Insperity Invitational on Saturday, May 4 for 3M Greats of Golf! Featuring Nicklaus – Player – Trevino – Sorenstam and more at The Woodlands Country Club Tournament Course. Greats will tee off following last official tee time! (approximately 12:30pm)

May 4 – Market Street’s Spring Fine Arts Show – Free and open to the public, the Fall Fine Arts Show at Market Street is one of the most popular gatherings for artists in The Woodlands where families can browse for great buys, enjoy live music and participate in artist demonstrations. Fun activities for aspiring artists of all ages also are scheduled.

May 4 – Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands Family Fun Run – Families with children of all abilities are invited to participate in a fun-filled morning. For years, the Family Fun Run has educated and encouraged families in Houston and the surrounding areas to adopt active, healthy lifestyles together. The Family Fun Run will include a 1K course. Following the race, participants are invited to enjoy the Family Fun Zone, presented by H-E-B, which will feature snacks and refreshments, interactive booths and inflatables, and special guests and mascots.

May 4 – Building Hope Gala – The annual Building Hope Gala benefits Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County. The 2019 Building Hope gala theme is ‘Making Dreams Come True.’ The Building Hope Gala is a fun-filled evening that features silent and live auctions\, an elegant dinner, a program that features a testimonial by a Habitat home owner, and dancing. This year’s entertainment will be provided by Tin Man Band.

May 4 – June 29 – Waterway Nights – Enjoy FREE, live music by local and regional performers in the picturesque setting of Waterway Square at Waterway Nights. Saturday nights starting on May 4 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

May 5 – Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Caffé di Fiore! Visit this local favorite at 10110 Woodlands Pkwy with Authentic Mexican Cuisine – open for breakfast, lunch, happy hour and dinner!

May 10 – Inspirational Series Featuring Author Becky Kiser – Local Author, Motivational & Inspirational Speaker Becky Kiser will be leading women in reigniting the passion for their dreams during this luncheon at Black Walnut Cafe in The Woodlands.

May 10 – May 12 – “30 Years! One Day in Our Lives” Performance – Middle and Upper School dance students at The John Cooper School will honor the school’s 30th anniversary on May 10-12 on the main stage of the school’s Glenn Performing Arts Center. Through jazz, hip hop, ballet, lyrical, contemporary and apparatus dancing, dance students will highlight a typical day at The John Cooper School.

May 11 – Woodforest Bank Triathlon – The 16th annual Woodforest Bank TRI – The Woodlands will take place Saturday, May 11 at Northshore Park from 7:00 to 11:30 a.m. The event culminates with a festive awards party featuring music, great food and beverages.

May 12 – Mother’s Day Recital and Brunch – Make this Mother’s Day a special celebration brunch with the world renowned pianist Matthew Kent! Enjoy the emotional depth and power of Matthew Kent’s piano recital in the unique museum setting at Glade Arts Foundation. Light brunch will be served along with two complementary drinks of your choice from the bar.

May 16 – Fiesta at Canopy – Come dressed and ready to party at Canopy’s Fiesta! Light lunch & drinks will be served. RSVP to Canopy Cancer Survivorship Center at 713.897.5939.

May 18 – Bike The Woodlands Day – Every year, The Woodlands Township celebrates National Bike Month in May. Bike The Woodlands Coalition, with the support of The Woodlands Township, has planned a myriad of fun events for cyclists of all ages and abilities to enjoy during the entire month of May.

May 18 – Health, Wellness & Fitness Expo – The expo will feature free fitness classes in Market Street that will begin on the hour and vendor booths. This event is open to the public, free of charge from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

May 26 – Memorial Day Festival – The Sunday event pays tribute to all military service men and women who lost their lives while serving the United States, and also honors all veterans who serve as a symbol for those who paid the ultimate sacrifice of life to protect our freedom. The festival features live music, children’s activities, strolling entertainers and fireworks at Town Green Park.

May 28 – Nest for Newbies Breast Cancer Support Group – The Nest for Newbies, a breast cancer support group, is a safe haven for women who have been newly diagnosed with breast cancer. Please RSVP to the Canopy Cancer Survivorship Center front desk by calling 713-897-5939.

Summer Camps are coming soon! Stay tuned and sign up for Sunny Dayz Camps by The Woodlands Township starting this June.

Visit the Hello Woodlands Calendar at HelloWoodlands.com/Calendar for MORE information and events in 2019!