Events in Angleton today

Movers & Shakers at Manvel Public Library offers an energetic, hands-on experience for toddlers 18 months to 3 years. Children clap, tap, and stomp to explore body percussion while strengthening fine motor skills through dancing, singing, reading, and playful props. Each session is limited to 35 participants to keep activities engaging and interactive.

Pokémon Club is a new monthly gathering for school-age children and their families that explores the world of Pokémon, with a special focus on the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Staff provide hands-on guidance to help kids learn how to play, building skills in teamwork, reading comprehension, basic math, and more. Card games are not the only option, since additional Pokémon themed activities will be available. This program is designed for ages 5 to 14.

A weekly board gaming meetup gathers at the store for in-person tabletop play. Attendees bring their own favorites or try the selections others have brought, with a welcoming group that shares a love of playing together around the table.

Rollin’ Pearland 7 brings a high energy community ride to Pomona – The Grove, welcoming families and seasoned cyclists alike. Participants can choose a new 10 mile family route or longer options of 30, 50, and 70 miles. Every rider receives a finisher medal. On course support includes a police escort, SAG assistance, and well stocked rest stops. Expect music, food, vendors, and a lively atmosphere, plus a raffle for a new bike and another for the RP7 jersey. This ride supports mental health, autism awareness, youth empowerment, and education with scholarships planned for 2027. An official RP7 jersey is available. The weekend schedule features packet pickup and a kickoff ride, a power hour ride, the main event, and a recovery ride. The first 150 registrants receive a commemorative RP7 T-shirt.

Explore fresh, locally grown or produced goods. Choose from vegetables, garden plants and houseplants, meats, eggs, jams and jellies, honey, and sourdough breads. Enjoy cookies, scones, and fudge, pair it with coffee, and browse lotions, soaps, and other apothecary items. You can also find jewelry, hats, and art.

At Tom Bass Park III, a one-hour group walk with the Best self walk club brings together people from the Pearland and Houston areas to encourage one another.

Xtreme Hummingbird Xtravaganza celebrates the Ruby-throated Hummingbird migration with close-up experiences at Gulf Coast Bird Observatory headquarters. See these tiny travelers up close and observe the banding process, with the option to symbolically adopt a hummingbird. The event also features educational booths, a native plant sale, fun activities for kids, and more. Tickets are $5 per person, and children 12 and under are admitted free. Tickets are available for purchase upon entry.

An energetic early childhood program that builds body percussion and fine motor development through movement, music, stories, and playful props. Intended for children 18 months to 3 years old, each session is capped at 35 participants. Held at Manvel Public Library with Saturday offerings, and a Thursday option is available for those who prefer a weekday.

This sale focuses on supplies for acrylic work, concrete projects, and candle making. Expect molds, wax, concrete supplies, a table, display shelves, and other assorted items. Prices are negotiable.

This flat track roller derby event packs three bouts into one evening at Pearwood Skate Center in Pearland, Texas. The Stone Cold Stellas first meet Conjured Chaos, then return to the track for a second matchup against the Road Rash Rebels. Between those contests, the Junior Girls square off with Pink Side taking on The Dark Side. Trackside viewing is available and attendees may bring their own chairs. Food and beverages are offered on-site by Pearwood Skate. Discounted tickets are available online for children, veterans, and first responders, and the code SSRD provides an additional 30 percent off standard tickets.

Professionals gather at Moreno's Mexican Restaurant - Pearland for a weekly peer advisory and networking meeting centered on business growth. The focus is on strengthening businesses through quality leads, referrals, introductions, education, and support from trusted peers and advisors. Participants are encouraged to reflect on the quality and quantity of referrals they give and receive, the return on investment from their networking efforts, and whether the advice and information they gain are helping them learn and grow. The meeting also highlights the LEAD (Lead Exchange And Development) program for those interested in collaborating with other professionals on business and development. There is no cost to visit and learn what the group is about.

This follow-up class is designed for those who have completed the Learn Your Sewing Machine course and want extra practice while exploring more of their machine’s features. You will create one or more skill-building projects, such as a pillowcase and a pot holder. All needed materials are included, and participants should bring their own sewing machine and basic sewing supplies.

Romantasy Readers Book Club brings together adults 19 and older for spirited discussions of stories that blend fantasy and romance. The group meets monthly at Manvel Public Library and features a fresh pick each time. Participants who complete the book can make a commemorative pin to take home. Physical copies are available to check out at the Manvel branch. For this meeting, the selection is Bride by Ali Hazelwood. Other 2026 picks include Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Maehrer, That Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon by Kimberly Lemming, Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver, Quicksilver by Callie Hart, A Touch of Darkness by Scarlett St. Clair, Emily Wilde's Encyclopedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett, The Games Gods Play by Abigail Owen, Fear the Flames by Olivia Rose Darling, One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig, Swordheart by T. Kingfisher, and Fireborne by Rosaria Munda.