Hi Everyone,
There is so much going on this week in Houston for the kids! Check out some of our feature articles including: Top 10 Favorite Winter Birthday Party Ideas and Top 9 Houston Family Friendly Runs.
Lots to do this weekend including: Lunar New Year Festival @ Discovery Green and Make A Cleaver Clothespin Toy @ Houston Center For Contemporary Craft. Check out some of our favorites down below or click on our Calendar for a full list of fun! You can also connect with us on Facebook to stay updated about family friendly events.
Friday February 5th
Friday Night Sights @ Discovery Green - This documentary illustrates the artist's inspiration for his first outdoor Field of Light in Wiltshire, UK, through to his UK and US exhibitions.
Saturday February 6th
Los Trompos @ Discovery Green - The colorful, large-scale, temporary installation, which take their form from the common toy, will delight park visitors of all ages.
Mardi Gras @ Mandell Park - Dress up the kids and join our Second Line and parade down Bonnie Brae.
Clever Clothespin Toy @ Houston Center For Contemporary Craft - Choose from one of our templates or create your own design, add color, and affix to a clothespin.
Sunday February 7th
Lunar New Year Festival @ Discovery Green - “Journey from Qingxi" an audio visual performance highlights this art filled celebration including a dance performance from Dance of Asian America.
Wednesday February 10th
Nature Story Time - Learn about nature with this weekly story time. Includes crafts, songs, live animals, short nature walks and more.
Save the Date:
Saturday, February 13th:
Texas Lunar Festival @ Hermann Square - At the annual Texas Lunar Festival, we celebrate the impressive qualities of every culture while celebrating the Asian Lunar New Year.
Curious George Swings By The Houston Children's Museum - Enjoy Curious George themed crafts and a reading of the famous book.
Monday, February 15th:
Sensory Friendly Day @ Houston Children's Museum - Join us for Sensory Friendly Day, where children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and sensory processing differences will have the opportunity to explore the Museum in a safe and accepting environment!
Saturday, February 20th:
Interactive Parent Workshop @ Houston Children's Museum - Join us for this interactive workshop where our team of educators will provide parents with resources to promote a healthy self-esteem in your children.
Ongoing:
Ice Skating at Discovery Green - Enjoy ice skating outside! Cost is $13.
Lots in this newsletter including:
Our Top 10 Favorite Winter Birthday Party Ideas
Top 9 Houston Family Friendly Runs
Questions To Ask When Selecting A Private School
Super Bowl Fan Favorite Puppets
Have a great week!
Julie
Editor/Publisher
Greater North Houston Macaroni Kid
Greater Northwest Houston Macaroni Kid
