Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Happy Home: A Marriage and Parenting Conference


The Happy Home Conference is almost here! If you haven't signed up for this yet.. what are you waiting for! It's going to be awesome! Let me give you a run-down of the speakers and schedules. The conference will take place at Houston's Second Baptist Church - The South Campus in Pearland. It will be take place on Friday September 28 - Sunday September 30. The cost is $37.50 per person or $75.00 per couple. 
Speakers include Ed and Lisa Young, Dennis Rainey, Emerson Eggerichs, Tim Kimmel and Dove Award winner Steven Curtis Chapman!
 It is sure to be an amazing learning experience! 
Topics for breakout groups: 
Money Matters: Building a strong financial house
The Joys and Tears of Raising a child with Special Needs
The Journey Through Infertility and Adoption
Life after Divorce: Finding Hope in the Hurt
Cultivating a Home of Worship: Family Devotional Time
Secrets of a Happily-Ever-After Marriage
Going Toe-to-Toe with your Teen
How to Survive and Thrive as a Parent

Please visit www.second.org for more information and to register online!

Weekly Happenings September 19-23

Here is a snapshot of this weeks activities. Get out and enjoy the beautiful cooler temperatures! Remember to check the free and cheap activities list for kids tab, and the free museum tab above.

Wednesday 9/19

Blue Willow Bookshop: Author Discussion with Erin Hunter. Discussion and autograph session for her new book The Empty City - The new survivor series about a golden-haired mutt with a nose for survival. Free Admission. 7 P.M. www.bluewillowbookshop.com

Nature Discovery Center: Nature Storytime for pre-schoolers. May involve visits with live animals, puppets, crafts, etc. Free Admission. 4:00 P.M. www.naturediscoverycenter.org

Legos and Duplos at the Library: Enjoy a building party. legos and duplos provided. Free Admission. 3:00 P.M. Central Library 500 McKinney. www.houstonlibrary.org

Thursday 9/20

Book Worm Celebration! Celebrate National Literacy Month at the Children's Museum. www.cmhouston.org

Blue Willow Bookshop: Storytime. Toddlers and Preschoolers. Free Admission. 10:00 A.M.

Museum of Fine Arts: Free admission day. 10:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. www.mfah.org

Children's Museum Houston: Free Admission day. 5:00-8:00 P.M. www.cmhouston.org

The Health Museum: Free Admission day. 2:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. www.mhms.org

Baby Yoga: Please bring folding blanket, pillow or carrier. Pre-walking children. Free Admission. 2:00 P.M. www.houstonlibrary.org

Junior Scientists: Trees and Forests. A variety of science themes through hands-on investigations and experiments. Ages 6-10. $18.00. 4:00-5:30 P.M. www.naturediscoverycenter.org

Discovery Green:  Outdoor Thursday concerts with Grandfather child and folk family revival. All ages. Free Admission. 6:30 P.M.

Friday 9/21

Galveston Island Wild Texas Shrimp Festival: Boat and RV show opens at 5:00 P.M. and Friday night party begins at 8:00 P.M. All ages. Free Admission. www.yagapresents.com

Mommy and Me outdoor experience-Mud: Toddler and parent activities. Crafts and games and hikes. Reservation required. $8.00 for one adult and child. Armond Bayou Nature Center. www.abnc.org

No-Limits Adaptive Recreation-Dances: Open to all persons with disabilities. RSVP Required. Free Admission. 6:30-8:30 P.M. The Rec Center and Natatorium. www.pearlandparks.com

Saturday 9/22

Make your own Magic: Workshop at Friendswood public library. Pre-register to attend. Free Admission. 10:30 A.M. www.friendswood.lib.tx.us

Lakeshore Learning: Free crafts for kids - Autumn Tree Collage. Free Admission. 11:00 A.M.- 3:00 P.M. www.lakeshorelearning.com

Salsa y Salud: Live salsa music with the Houston Allstars Orchestra. All Ages. Free Admission. Ticket required for covered seating. 7:30 P.M. Miller Outdoor Theater. www.milleroutdoortheatre.com

Pontoon Boat Tours: Reservation Required. Ages 8+. Free Admission. Jesse H. Jones park and nature center. www.hcp4.net

Garden Faire and Fall Festival: 2 day event featuring a kids entertainment area. All Ages. Free Admission. 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens. www.hcp4.net/mercer

Galveston Island Wild Texas Shrimp Festival: 9:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. All ages. Free Admission. www.yagapresents.com 1:00 P.M. Lil' Shrimps Parade.

Touch a Truck: Hands on event where kids can explore and learn about all kinds of vehicles. From Emergency vehicles to construction equipment to really cool cars! All Ages. Kids $2.00 and Adults are Free. 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church. www.stcuthbert.org

Sunday 9/23

Galveston Island Wild Texas Shrimp Festival: 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. All ages. Free Admission. www.yagapresents.com

Houston Texans Running of the Bulls: 5K run/walk and TORO's Kids 1K. Reliant Park. www.houstontexans.com






Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Free Breakfast at Chick-Fila!

It's time for a freebie! Visit www.chick-fil-aforbreakfast.com and choose a time slot for a free breakfast item! The dates available for the free breakfast are September 10-15. Choose between 6:30 A.M. - 10:30 A.M. You must register soon because it is a first come first served! Good Luck! Would make a great Mom's Breakfast Out after dropping the little ones off at school!