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Happy weekend, The Woodlands!
In today’s happening-today edition: Slick City indoor slide park opening, Blue Bell’s free ice cream tour, and Wicked Wine Run + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
All ages welcome to cast: Grab your poles for the 19th Annual Creekwood Fishing Derby, which will be held March 14 at Creekwood Park in The Woodlands, with free T-shirts and on-site fish cleaning support — get all the event details.
Playtime without the heat: Slick City, a new affordable indoor slide park, is set to open in The Woodlands this month, promising air-conditioned fun for kids and stress relief for heat weary north Houston parents — get all the details.
Creamery hits the road: Blue Bell’s statewide tour has begun, handing out free ice cream and swag at public stops across Texas. A stop could land near The Woodlands as events continue this year — get all the details.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.
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Giant splash of color: Need a quick mood lift on your next Waterway walk? The Waterway Square Art Mural covers a full garage wall with big, bright energy, perfect for a midweek stroll, a coffee-run backdrop, or a five-minute reset that makes everyday errands feel unexpectedly more fun.
Stitch something joyful: Yarn Store Boutique gathers gorgeous fibers, helpful humans, and an easygoing community vibe, perfect for finishing that lingering WIP or daring to start something big. Pop in for inspiration, friendly guidance, and the gentle nudge to finally cast on the project you’ve been daydreaming about.
Beer garden kind of mood: B52 Brewing Company blends a laid-back taproom with a roomy beer garden and a tap list full of surprises. Grab a few friends, claim a picnic table, and turn a midweek hang into a mini field trip, all without leaving Conroe.
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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🛠 March 2026 Bed Build @ Sleep in Heavenly Peace (Conroe) | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Give your group chat a rest and come help build beds at the warehouse, sawdust and good vibes included. They provide tools, training, and safety gear; you bring closed-toe shoes, a signed waiver, and maybe the kids. Check the weather, hydrate, and feel useful.
🏡 The 8th Annual Montgomery County Home and Outdoor Living Show @ Lone Star Convention Center • 9055 Airport Road, Conroe, TX, United States, Texas 77303 | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Conroe’s Lone Star Convention Center turns into Home Depot without the fluorescent lighting, as the Montgomery County Home & Outdoor Living Show brings local pros under one roof. Meet contractors face to face, compare ideas, and score free admission, free parking, and peace of mind.
🛍 March Artisan Market @ The Lake House (Conroe) | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Take a lap through the Spring Fling Artisan Market for locally made foods, flowers, jewelry, art, and other handcrafted temptations. Snack, browse, and call it supporting the economy, then fill a Market Passport for the prize drawing while the kids craft, chalk, and conquer.
🎨 Photos + Wax: Encaustic Wax @ The Ardest Gallery (Spring) | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Give your camera roll dignity and turn photos into encaustic wax art with Shauna Martin, leaving with two 5×5 wood-panel keepers. Think vintage hand-tinted charm, modern attitude, and zero pressure. Supplies are covered, but bring scraps, quotes, or fabrics if you like to collage.
🍷 Wicked Wine Run @ Three Palms Action Sports Park (Conroe) | Saturday (3/7) at 11:30 AM – Wicked Wine Run is tempting Houston with a 1K sip-and-stroll or a 5K that ends with a well-earned pour. Expect vineyard views, four tasting stops on the short course, and a complimentary glass at the finish. Finally, cardio that pairs with cab.
🎗 St. Baldrick’s Day 2026 @ The Goose’s Acre Bistro & Irish Pub (Spring) | Sunday (3/8) at 2:00 PM – Twenty years in at The Goose, bring your generous heart and brave scalp for childhood cancer research. Hit 50K and KBR-Houston matches for a $100K shave-a-thon; expect laughs, misty eyes, and a proper pint, then sign up at stbaldricks.org/events/GoosesAcre.
🎶 Concert in the Park @ Northshore Park, Lake Woodlands (Spring) | Sunday (3/8) at 5:30 PM – Concert in the Park is turning Sundays into the good kind of routine, with lawn chairs and live sets from alt country to jazz and Latin. Expect neighborly hellos, kids with bubble wands, a koozie you pretend not to hoard, and Kona Ice snow cones.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 The Woodlands report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 86°F – Low: 65°F – Precip: 79%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before noon, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. High near 86, with temperatures falling to around 83 in the afternoon. South wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 65. East wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
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Tomorrow – High: 74°F – Low: 67°F – Precip: 69%
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 7am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Cloudy, with a high near 74. North wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
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