Rock The Dock Concert - Kemah Boardwalk May 1, 2008- September 4, 2008 Rock The Dock Concert - Kemah Boardwalk + May through September Free to attend Rock the Dock Live Concert on Kemah Boardwalk. Every Thursday night through September 4. Kemah Boardwalk. 877-AT-KEMAH www.kemahboardwalk.com Space City Cruisers Cruise Nights - Fridays March 1, 2008- November 30, 2008 Space City Cruisers Cruise Nights League Park Friday Nights March - November 6pm-9pm 6:00pm to 9:00pm Friday Nights at League City Park. March thru November, 2008 Armand Bayou Ranger 28' Pontoon Boat Experience February 2, 2008- December 27, 2008 Armand Bayou Ranger 28' Pontoon Boat Experienc Armand Bayou Nature Center Every Saturday February 2 through December 27, 2008 Morning or sunset cruises with expert guides. Reservations required. Informative and memorable aquatic safari filled with views of local wildlife and beautiful settings. Armand Bayou Ranger 28' Pontoon Boat Experience - Saturdays February 2, 2008- December 27, 2008 Armand Bayou Ranger 28' Pontoon Boat Experience Armand Bayou Nature Center Every Saturday February 2 through December 27, 2008 Saturdays February thru December. Morning or sunset cruises with expert guides. Reservations required. Informative and memorable aquatic safari filled with views of local wildlife and beautiful settings. Arts Market 2nd Saturdays May 10, 2008- December 13, 2008 Second Saturday of each month 11 AM - 6 PM Hosted by Sylvan Beach Art League Original works of art Astronaut Gallery October 1, 2007- September 30, 2009 The astronaut gallery is an unparalled exhibit outside northrop grumman theater featuring the world's best collection of spacesuits. astronaut john young's ejection suit and judy resnik's t-38 flightsuit are two of the many spacesuits on display. Blast Off Theater October 1, 2007- September 30, 2009 Visit the only place in the world where you can personally experience the thrill of launching into space like a real astronaut. it's not just a movie; it's the thrill of personally feeling the launch into space -- from the rocket boosters to the billowing exhaust. what have visitors said about their trips? "it's like imax in 10d!""there's nothing like it in the whole world!" Brain Teasers January 1, 2008- April 30, 2009 Hands-on problem solving is the focus of Brain Teasers, a collection of 20 different games that challenge the whole family to tackle puzzles, solve number games and manipulate intriguing shapes. A wide array of challenges for individuals of all ages Test your dexterity by tying and untying knots Solve tangram puzzles and intriguing number games Balance 14 nails on the head of one nail And much, much more! These mind benders are guaranteed to challenge even the most experienced problem solver! CHALLENGE GALLERY January 1, 2008- September 30, 2009 CHALLENGE GALLERY This new addition, located next to the Amazing Body Pavilion's exit, dares visitors to perform at the top of their game, test their reflexes, master the wacky wire, flex their mental muscles and dance their hearts out. At each of the exhibit's six stations, visitors must use a specific muscle to complete the activity. Activities include Mindball, where the most relaxed player wins by pushing a ball toward their opponent using calm brain waves. Another activity in the Challenge area is the Dance Challenge. Players have a chance to show off their best dance moves as they test their muscle memory by stepping on lighted panels and following along with the on-screen performer. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- China Displays October 1, 2007- September 30, 2009 ON GOING EXHIBIT china displays
in theaters 1 and 2, the museum is proud to announce the addition of over 10 new displays. the displays include "the history of the santa fe" and feature passenger timetables and dining car menus from the 50's and 60's. in addition, the santa fe exhibit features glassware from the super chief and a replica of the famous santa fe warbonnet engines in g scale. Dare Devil Island - Action Adventure Exhibit May 1, 2008- November 30, 2008 Dare Devil Island - New Summer Action Adventure Exhibit Space Center Houston The brand new DareDevil Island exhibit is open! Journey deep into a tropical adventure filled with thrill-seeking fun. 'Explorers' will face thrilling challenges with daring drops, vine swings, mazes and a giant spider web that stands 4 stories tall! Families will be transported deep into a jungle adventure. Designed by Architects: Metalwork from the March 15, 2008- August 3, 2008 Designed by Architects: Metalwork from the Margo Grant Walsh Collection On view March 15 - August 3, 2008 At the Caroline Wiess Law Building This exhibition presents approximately 50 works designed by some of the leading architects of the late nineteenth to mid-twentieth centuries. Farm to Market March 1, 2008- March 31, 2009 Kids will be shopping 'till "the grown-ups" drop all while learning all about nutrition, money-management and more in Farm to Market. Kids can start out by clocking-in, donning an apron and then proceed to the cash registers or even the real-life scanners to serve as a cashier or stock person. As food is scanned, not only will the kids learn how much they are spending, but also what part of the food pyramid the food comes from. First Thursday FREE Concert Series April 3, 2008- September 25, 2008 When: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Admission: FREE Heritage Place park located on 500 Collins in Downtown Conroe Starting in April 2008 the City of Conroe is proud to present a free concert every first Thursday of the month. The concert series will end September 2008. Everyone is invited to attend. Food and beverages will be sold since no coolers are allowed in the park. Free and Easy April 1, 2008- June 30, 2009 Free and Easy There are many free opportunities in the Museum District! FREE ALL THE TIME: Byzantine Fresco Chapel Museum Contemporary Arts Museum Houston Holocaust Museum Houston Houston Center for Contemporary Craft Houston Center for Photography The Jung Center of Houston Lawndale Art Center The Menil Collection Rice University Art Gallery The Rothko Chapel Specific Free Hours: Buffalo Soldiers National Museum (Mondays: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.) The Children's Museum of Houston (Thursdays - Free Family Night: 5 - 8 p.m.) Houston Museum of Natural Science (Tuesdays: after 2 p.m. - General Admission Only) Houston Zoo (Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day & the Friday after Thanksgiving) The Health Museum (Thursdays 2 - 5 p.m.) John C. Freeman Weather Research Museum (Thursdays 12 - 4 p.m.) The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (Thursdays: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.) Gateway to Galveston Bay January 1, 2008- June 30, 2010 Located 35 minutes from Houston, La Porte has something for everyone. The La Porte-Bayshore area blends the romantic history of early Texas and old Sylvan Beach with the civic pride that makes La Porte a unique town. Want to find that special gift or unique items for your home? Park the car and stroll down Main Street and Broadway. Relax and enjoy the tennis courts, wave pool, golf course, museums, fishing, the Historical trail and the cool breezes off Galveston Bay. La Porte offers outdoor recreation year round for the entire family. Guided Canoe Tour April 12, 2008- December 13, 2008 Guided Canoe Tour Armand Bayou Nature Center April 12, April 26, August 9, August 23, September 13, September 27, October 11, October 25, November 8, November 22, December 13 8am-11am come along on a morning of education and adventure paddling canoes on a guided tour down the backwaters of armand bayou. armand bayou nature center, 8500 bay area blvd. Heated Indoor Waterpark January 1, 2008- May 31, 2008 The coolest way to have the hottest winter vacation is to slide into Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark's Heated Indoor Waterpark. - Voted #1 Indoor waterpark in America! Herron O-scale Layout October 1, 2007- September 30, 2009 ON GOING EXHIBIT In theater 3 is an o-scale model railroad winter wonderland. this layout was donated by carla herron. board members ken douglas and morris gould, assisted by ralph stenzel and victor garcia and members of the beaumont model railroad club, transported the layout from houston, assembled it and installed track, switches, mountains, dwellings, and a special effect that must be seen in person. How Does It Work? March 1, 2008- March 31, 2009 Did you ever wonder why you can't see in the dark? Or how your wireless telephone worked? Or even what really happens when you turn the ignition in your car? This multi-level exhibition challenges you to ask and discover the answers to your own science questions with tons of hands-on, investigative experiences. You will explore light and color and can even become part of the exhibit with Light Warehouse, see what makes a car go with the '66 Mustang in Auto Alley, watch your messages be sent via fiberoptics and check out the history of communication in Phone Zone or challenge yourself to discover something new in the Science Station. You can even lift yourself 5 feet into the air to see how pulleys can make life a lot easier with the Kid Lift. John Alexander: A Retrospective April 13, 2008- June 22, 2008 John Alexander: A Retrospective On view April 13 - June 22, 2008 At the Audrey Jones Beck Building John Alexander: A Retrospective presents the first comprehensive scholarly overview of the artist´s paintings and drawings. KID - TV March 1, 2008- March 31, 2009 Lights! Camera! Action! Think your child might be the next Matt Lauer or Barbara Walters? Let them show their stuff on camera in this exhibit, which teaches kids and parents what television is like behind the scenes. KID-TV includes a dramatic backdrop of downtown Houston, video cameras, props and costumes, a teleprompter, a story board activity, a sound booth with a computer sound generator, director's board and cut-out figures of multi-cultural men and women who explain the different jobs in video production. Kids Space Place October 1, 2007- September 30, 2009 Kids space place was created for children of all ages who have always dreamed of experiencing the same things astronauts do in space. interactive exhibits and themed area make exploring the different aspects of space and the manned space flight program loads of fun. Korean Art and Culture Initiative March 1, 2008- December 15, 2008 The long-term agreement between the MFAH and the National Museum of Korea includes the loan of Korean National Treasures and serves as the foundation of the Korean Art and Culture Initiative, at the heart of which is the establishment of a larger, permanent MFAH gallery for Korean art of the highest aesthetic and cultural significance. This gallery has been established with support from the Korea Foundation. The Korean Art and Culture Initiative also calls for the introduction of a comprehensive interpretive program for visitors and involves the local Korean community. Landmark Portrait of George Washington November 1, 2007- July 31, 2008 Gilbert Stuart, known as the image-maker of George Washington, painted this portrait for a wealthy merchant named William Constable, who commissioned the work for Alexander Hamilton. Last year the New York Public Library sold the painting to Crystal Bridges, a new museum of American art scheduled to open in Bentonville, Arkansas, in 2009. Learning by Doing: 25 Years of the Core Program March 8, 2008- September 1, 2008 Learning by Doing: 25 Years of the Core Program On view March 8 - September 1, 2008 At the Glassell School of Art The exhibition profiles the experimental nature of the Core Program, charting its evolution through the production of its artists. View Exhibition Highlights Live Music 2nd Fridays May 9, 2008- December 12, 2008 Second Friday of every month 6:00 - 9:00 PM 215 West Main Great Music and Fine Dining Local Farmers Market - Nassau Bay - every Sat. April 1, 2008- June 30, 2009 Local Farmers Market - Nassau Bay Erma's Nutrition Every Saturday Every Saturday - 10:00am to 2:00pm. Organic produce, ferns & flowers. Locally produced or grown herbs, plants, jams, goats milk, dairy, baked goods and meats. Earth friendly clothing, hand painted organic cotton items and locally crafted jewelry. In front of Erma's Nutrition - Rain or Shine - 18045 Upper Bay Road, Nassau Bay. 281-333-4746 Local Farmers Market - Nassau Bay Saturdays March 1, 2008- October 25, 2008 Farmers Market - Nassau Bay Erma's Nutrition Every Saturday Every Saturday - 10:00am to 2:00pm. Organic produce, ferns & flowers. Locally produced or grown herbs, plants, jams, goats milk, dairy, baked goods and meats. Earth friendly clothing, hand painted organic cotton items and locally crafted jewelry. In front of Erma's Nutrition - Rain or Shine - 18045 Upper Bay Road, Nassau Bay. 281-333-4746 Moody Gardens Palm Beach Open Weekends in May May 3, 2008- May 24, 2008 Splash among cool, blue lagoons and white sand beaches. Guests can play sand volleyball, while the little ones enjoy a Splash Pad featuring automated spray arches and dump buckets. There is also a Yellow Submarine waterslide for the kids! Open weekends in May; open daily May 24 through August 24. NASA Tram Tour October 1, 2007- September 30, 2009 With this behind-the-scenes journey through nasa's johnson space center, you may visit the historic mission control center, the space vehicle mockup facility or the current mission control center. before returning to space center houston, you can visit the "all new" saturn v complex at rocket park. occasionally, the tour may visit other facilities, such as the neutral buoyancy laboratory. you may even get to see astronauts training for upcoming missions. OPEN May 2 ,9, 16, 23 10:00 AM - 5PM May 2, 2008- May 23, 2008 OPEN May 3, 10, 17 10am - 7 pm May 3, 2008- May 17, 2008 OPEN May 4,11,18, 26 - 30 10AM - 6PM May 4, 2008- May 30, 2008 Opening Day of Grand Canyon 3D March 15, 2008- October 31, 2008 Opening Day of Grand Canyon 3D Date: 03/15/2008 IMAX 3D Theater Description: Check out our new feature, Grand Canyon 3D, at the IMAX 3D Theater at Moody Gardens®. Set against the immense backdrop of the majestic Grand Canyon, this film will take audiences on an exhilarating river-rafting adventure down the Colorado River in the company of a team of explorers who are committed to bringing awareness to global water issues. Grand Canyon 3D will run through October 31, 2008. Opening Day of Pokemon 4D March 15, 2008- October 31, 2008 Opening Day of Pokemon 4D Date: 03/15/2008 Location: 4D Special FX Theater Check out our new 4D movie, Pokemon 4D, at the 4D Special FX Theater, where special effects like rumbling seats, leg ticklers, back pokers and more bring the on-screen film to life! Pokemon 4D will run through October 31, 2008. Outdoor Waterpark opens April 26 April 21, 2008- September 21, 2008 Pompeii: Tales from an Eruption March 2, 2008- June 22, 2008 Pompeii: Tales from an Eruption reveals the ancient world through painting, sculpture, and craft. It helps us connect with the victims whose hopes and fears were not so unlike ours today. These works of art will give viewers insight and appreciation into the worlds of the artists who made them and the owners who cherished them. Prairie Night Ride April 18, 2008- October 10, 2008 Prairie Night Ride Armand Bayou Nature Center April 18 7:30-9pm May 16 7:30-9pm June 13 7:30-9pm July 18 7:30-9pm August 15 7:30-9pm September 12 7-8:30pm October 10 5:30-7pm Join us for an evening of prairie adventure! As the heat of the day cools, prairie wildlife begins to emerge under the deep Texas night sky. From the elevated view of a hayride we will explore the sights and sounds of the transforming prairie landscape. With the aid of a powerful spotlight, your expert guides will interpret the prairie's beauty, wildlife, and ecology. Sightings may include deer, owls, armadillos, rabbits, and raccoons. (Bring your own drinks and snacks!) Reservations required. PreSchool Camp: age 3-4, May10, end August 8 May 10, 2008- August 9, 2008 Kids Camps Come explore a lush, tropical rainforest or discover what lurks beneath the ocean waves. All camps include attraction visits, crafts, and activities. Reservations and prepayment required. Call 1-800-582-4673 or 409-744-4673, ext. 4320 or email us at scouts@moodygardens.com for information and reservations* Preschool Camp (Ages 3-4) 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. $17 Join us as we learn through story time, make a craft, have a themed snack, and visit one of the Pyramids at Moody Gardens®. Preschool classes are designed for kids ages 3-4, accompanied by an adult. Snakes Alive! May 10, 2008 Beak Unique June 14, 2008 Sharks and Such June 28, 2008 Fabulous Frogs July 12, 2008 Penguin Pals July 26, 2008 Going Batty! August 9, 2008 Pullman, Passenger and Freight Cars October 1, 2007- September 30, 2009 ON GOING EXHIBIT The museum has 3 steam engines and 3 diesel engines on site. the steam engines are all on static display. the diesel engines are operable. The greater efficiency of diesel engines compared to steam engines, and the fewer moving parts to be serviced, repaired, or replaced, resulted in steam engines being retired by most major railroads by the late 1950's; a few short line railroads continued to use steam into the 1960's. union pacific is the only major railroad with an ongoing steam program. up operates two steam engines, #3985 and #844, on excursion runs for railfans. most other steam operations are on tourist or private railroads. Rock The Dock Concert - Kemah Boardwalk May 1, 2008- September 4, 2008 Rock The Dock Concert - Kemah Boardwalk May through September Free to attend Rock the Dock Live Concert on Kemah Boardwalk. Every Thursday night through September 4th. See the lineup at www.kemahboardwalk.com phone 877-AT-KEMAH Sailboat Racing - Wednesday evenings April 1, 2008- September 30, 2008 Sailboat Racing Clear Lake Park & Community Center Wednesday Evenings - Excluding July 4th Weekend April thru September Wednesday Evenings Sailboat Racing Every Wednesday until October April 2, 2008- September 24, 2008 Sailboat RacingApril 2, 2008 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Every Wednesday evening from April until October, professional and amateur sailors get together for a friendly sailboat race on the waters of Clear Lake. Space City Cruisers Cruise Nights March 1, 2008- November 30, 2008 Space City Cruisers Cruise Nights Friday Nights March - November 6pm-9pm 6:00pm to 9:00pm at League City Park, For more information call (281)455-3816. STARSHIP GALLERY October 1, 2007- December 31, 2009 The journey into space begins with the film "On Human Destiny" at the Destiny Theater. Artifacts and hardware on display in the Starship Gallery trace the progression of America's Manned Space Flight. This incredible collection includes: an original model of the Goddard Rocket; the actual Mercury Atlas 9 "Faith 7" capsule flown by Gordon Cooper; the Gemini V Spacecraft piloted by Pete Conrad and Gordon Cooper; a Lunar Roving Vehicle Trainer, the Apollo 17 Command Module, the giant Skylab Trainer, and the Apollo-Soyuz Trainer. THE FEEL OF SPACE October 1, 2007- September 30, 2009 The Living in Space module simulates what life could be like for astronauts aboard the space station. A Mission Briefing Officer gives a live presentation on how astronauts live in a space environment. The presentation uses humor to show how the smallest tasks like showering and eating are complicated by a microgravity environment. A volunteer from the audience helps to prove the point. The Matter Factory March 1, 2008- March 31, 2009 Welcome to the Matter Factory where the Fact of the Matter is “Matter Matters!” Step into a whimsical factory from the future in The Matter Factory exhibit. Visitors will develop the understanding that everything is made up of material or matter. They will learn that molecules and atoms are the building blocks of matter as they investigate materials and solve factory problems. Think Tank March 1, 2008- March 31, 2009 In this hands-on, minds-on exhibit, kids will get to explore different thought processes and learn how effective problem-solving can boost self-confidence. After meeting the Think Tank Guides (Carlos, Felicia, Rosie and Isaac), you can jump right into solving the riddles...or you might want to put on custom-made thinking caps and lounge in the thinking chairs to get those brainstorming juices flowing. Either way, inventive, "outside the box" thinking is sure to occur! TOT SPOT March 1, 2008- March 31, 2009 The Tot*Spot exhibit is the place to bring children ages birth to 36 months. The eye-catching bubble machine is a first stop, but not the last as tots crawl, cruise or walk throughout the exhibit, which has four distinct areas. These areas promote exploration, discovery, experimentation and wonder. Wendall Minor: In the American Tradition May 4, 2008- July 27, 2008 Our nation’s founding fathers. The Statue of Liberty. The first voyage to the moon. These and many other historic images help create shared beliefs in America and are a favored subject of illustrator Wendell Minor. The Children’s Museum of Houston will showcase the work of this acclaimed artist when we present Wendell Minor: In the American Tradition with the dual goal of encouraging child literacy and artistic appreciation. 5:00 Pm Wine and Stars Party at Haak Winery March 1, 2008- November 1, 2008 Wine and Stars Party at Haak Winery Haak Vineyards & Winery, Inc. Saturday, March 1, dusk Saturday, September 27 - dusk Saturday, November 1 - dusk Dusk till about 9:30pm. Free to attend, bring your own lawn chair and enjoy the night stars. Haak Winery, 6310 Ave T, Santa Fe, Texas For more information visit www.haakwine.com or call (409)925-1401. Yalalag March 1, 2008- March 31, 2009 Ready to travel to Mexico? In Yalálag, A Mountain Village in Mexico kids explore a replica of a real Oaxacan village in Mexico through all sorts of hands-on activities. They can 'shop' for food in the open-air market or village store, take a 'ride' on the VW bus, 'meet' the villagers and their families through vivid photographs, learn how to make tortillas or hot cocoa, practice Spanish and Zapotec words in the schoolhouse and more. All throughout the year, Yalálag is filled with fiestas-call ahead and you might get to see a live mariachi band or participate in intricate crafts or celebrations.
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