Happy Friday, The Woodlands. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let The Woodlands Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.

📰 In the news

Training tomorrow’s builders: Conroe ISD’s 780,000-square-foot Timber Mill High School becomes Houston’s first K-12 C3 project, pairing classroom learning with on-site training as students participate in construction ahead of a 2027 opening — see how the partnership works.

Houston hub draws acclaim: Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental is nominated in USA Today’s 10Best awards for Best Airport for Dining and Art. Voting is open, winners next month, after a 2024 dining runner-up — see why IAH is nominated.

Teen talent takes center stage: Young Makers Market lit up Market Street on September 6, showcasing over 40 local young artists, plus performances by Sarah Kelly Music School students and cool treats from Wonder Pops — explore photos and artist creations.

Highlights this week

• Clay shoot supports adults with disabilities
• Get free First Aid CPR/AED certification
• Run to benefit Woodforest Charitable Foundation
• Get certified as a Texas Waters Specialist
• Build resilience at veteran-led yoga workshop

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Fall fun takes over: City Place in north Houston is going big on Halloween this October. There’s a free outdoor screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas on Oct. 11, spooky storytime on Oct. 25, and a Halloween puppet show on Oct. 19. Plus, free fitness classes and kid-friendly activities all month. See the full October lineup.

Spotlight your act: Got a local performance group? The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion is filling 30-minute slots for its Children’s Festival Community Stage Nov. 8-9. It’s unpaid but free to participate, with a big crowd, and spots are first come, first served. Applications are open now if you want in. See how to apply.

Market: Fresh veggies, homemade jams, slightly too confident street musicians, and the joy of overbuying produce you swear you’ll cook with this week, The Woodlands Farmers Market is basically Saturday morning perfection.

Modern health: Willow is changing the weight management game with sustainable, flexible, and modern plans to help you feel your best. All their docs are board certified, and you get unlimited access to your physician (AKA… you’ll be in good hands). Take this 2-minute assessment to get started.

Learn something new: If you’ve always wanted to learn a new language, meet italki. They match you with native speakers for personalized lessons starting at just $5/hour. With 150+ languages to choose from and flexible scheduling, you won’t need to rearrange your life (or start a side hustle) to achieve fluency.

📆 Around town this weekend

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Today

🎩 Mad Hatter Tea Party @ The Tea Kettle Cafe | Friday (9/12) at 11:00am – The Mad Hatter Afternoon Tea is taking over the Tea Kettle Cafe with mismatched china, whimsical finger sandwiches, and scones fit for the Queen of Hearts, washed down with pots of tea. No need for a birthday, just snag a reservation before whimsy runs out.

🎸 Sweet Baby James: The #1 James Taylor Tribute @ Lone Star College | Friday (9/12) at 7:30pm – Think of Fire and Rain echoing through Tomball’s Lone Star College Arts Center courtesy of Bill Griese, who somehow channels JT without suits or gimmicks. No cover bands here, just spot-on vocals, warm guitar licks, and genuine hometown charm you can’t fake.

This weekend

🛠️ Mosaic Lamp Making Class @ Courtyard by Marriott Shenandoah | Saturday (9/13) at 10:00am – Forget Netflix, head to Pedalisa Art’s Turkish mosaic lamp workshop in Shenandoah, where no art degree is required and all ages channel their inner artisan. Sip Turkish tea, sample homemade baklava, and leave with a glowing lamp you built yourself.

🚂 2nd Saturday @ Tomball Depot Plaza | Saturday (9/13) at 5:00pm – 2nd Saturdays at the Depot Plaza mean blankets on the grass, corralled kids doing crafts, and a classic under-the-stars flick that somehow beats your living room sound system. Admission and popcorn are free, dogs on leashes are welcome, and picnics earn extra cool points.

👻 Ghost Hunt @ The Dark Side of Spring | Saturday (9/13) at 8:30pm – This ghost hunt supplies EMF meters, night-vision cams, and a quick class on pretending you’re braver than you feel in that century-old place we all whisper about. Two hours for $25 of skulking around, good jolts, and bragging rights when you outrun your own shadow.

🌱 From I can’t to I can @ Saha Yoga & Wellness House | Sunday (9/14) at 1:00pm – Ready to shift old thought patterns and finally believe in that goal you’ve been shelving? This Psych-k workshop blends neuroscience with self-awareness to spark real mindset change—minus the fluff. Come with a dream, leave with a rewired mindset and a whole new vibe.

🎤 Alexis McLaughlin @ Epiphany Lounge at Grand Pines | Sunday (9/14) at 2:00pm – Alexis McLaughlin is making her Epiphany Lounge debut with a genre-bending mash-up of rock, country, and blues that’s bound to make your living room playlist feel redundant. She’s packing heartfelt originals, powerhouse pipes, and a vibe that won’t quit. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.

🎹 Vienna Teng @ Dosey Doe Big Barn | Sunday (9/14) at 7:30pm – Ready for an evening of chamber-folk that feels like a cozy catch-up with an old friend? Vienna Teng’s adventurous songwriting has NPR swooning, and she’ll slip in a dash of climate-change rallying so you leave feeling cultured, hopeful, and just a tad smug.

Next week

🌳 Fall Tree Sale @ Plant Spot | Monday (9/15) at 7:00am – Head to Plant Spot this week for 30% off everything that needs roots, oaks, maples, magnolias, you name it. Your backyard is begging for a makeover. Expect wrinkled gardening gloves, expert advice, and the smug satisfaction of beating your neighbor’s lawn to the punch.

🍽️ Taste of Tomball @ Tomball VFW | Tuesday (9/16) at 11:30am – Patio weather practically demands grazing through Tomball’s best lunch spots. For $20, you breeze between local favorites, tasting mini tacos, brisket sliders, and craft cocktails, then escape with a to-go container. It’s the perfect excuse to loosen your belt, and your standards.

👛 Texas Glam: CSL Purse Bingo @ Montgomery County Fairgrounds | Tuesday (9/16) at 5:00pm – Grab your fanciest flats and settle in for Texas Glam Purse Bingo, charity style. Enjoy dinner, a silent auction, door prizes, raffle swag, and the thrill of shouting B-12 like a champ. Pure local luxury with a wink, no runway required.

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🎶 Live music & entertainment

• 9/12 A Concert for the Unborn @ Sacred Heart Catholic Church – 7:30 pm
• 9/12 A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder @ Crighton Theatre – 7:30 pm
• 9/12 Dan Ennis @ Guadalaharrys – 7 pm
• 9/12 Malpass Brothers @ Main Street Crossing – 8 pm
• 9/12 Tyler Tillman @ The Blue Lion Pub – 8 pm
• 9/13 Brian Simpson @ Main Street Crossing – 4 pm
• 9/13 Brother Joe @ The Table at Madeley – 7:30 pm
• 9/13 Steve Gilbert Band @ Lucy Blues – 8 pm

🏠️ Price is right – The Woodlands edition

How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).

Listed by: Elisa Dunn (Connect Realty.com)

High ceilings, quartz counters, and some seriously dramatic crown molding set the tone in this Hunters Crossing standout. Walls of windows frame the sparkling pool and the wild expanse of the 1,800-acre George Mitchell reserve, so every sunset feels like a private show. The master suite comes with a walk-in closet that could double as a dressing room and a spa-worthy bath with a freestanding tub.

Upstairs, the oversized game room is ready for epic movie nights, messy art projects, or a home gym. Minutes to shopping, restaurants, and the award-winning John Cooper School, this spot nails the blend of style and convenience.

Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →