Lone Star College Summer Camps

Lone Star College Kids on Campus courses are now online! Visit their website to view classes and mark your calendars because registration for the CyFair classes in THIS SATURDAY the 18th, from 8:30-2:30, in person. These classes fill quickly. It might be a little nutty, so bring some extra patience and grace. Deal?

**I received a flyer in the mail for Lone Star College Tomball and registration is shown as the 25th. This flyer is for the Willow Chase and Tomball locations. Their registrations are a week later. Tomball is from 8-12 on the 25th and Willow Chase is from 1-5 on the 25th.

Need more camp information? Here's some ideas that might catch your interest.

Know of a camp not listed? Send 'em my way by commenting or email me at intheknownorthwest@gmail.com and I'll update the list. Thanks!

Disney On Ice: Mickey & Minnie's Magical Journey

After entertaining audiences in San Antonio, Disney On Ice is coming to Houston with a last-minute deal to one of its most popular shows! Who doesn't love Mickey on Ice? If anything, the snacks rock, right?

With savings of up to 50% per ticket, the whole family can be entertained by "Disney On Ice presents Mickey & Minnie's Magical Journey."

Upper and Lower Level seats are $8-$14 (reg. $16-$28) for weekday performances at Reliant Stadium in Houston. Weekend performances are still a bargain at $12.80-$22.40 (reg. $16-$28). The following performances are valid:

• Wednesday, April 15 at 7:30PM
• Thursday, April 16 at 7:30PM
• Friday, April 17 at 10:30AM and 7:30PM
• Saturday, April 18 at 11:30AM, 3:30PM and 7:30PM
• Sunday, April 19 at 1:30PM and 5:30PM

Let the magic begin! Click here for tickets.

The Path To The Cross

You and your family are invited to an interactive Easter drama depicting Jesus' life as He journeyed through Jerusalem in His final days. Scenes included are Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, the garden of Gethsemane, Herod's trial, and the crucifixion.

In its 4th year, this precious church desires for The Path to the Cross to reach across faiths in the worship of Christ. Take the time to be a part of this amazing opportunity. Such a tremendous effort with everlasting benefits.

The ultimate sacrifice.

The Easter story.

The greatest story ever told.

The Path to the Cross.

Wednesday – Friday, April 8–10

Jersey Village Baptist Church

Outdoor walks start every 10 minutes

between 5:30 and 8:30 p.m.

Jersey Village Baptist Church

16518 Jersey Drive, Houston, TX 77040

713.466.6102

www.jvbc.org

1st Annual Mom's Night Mixer

Hey Moms, you've asked for it, and here it is.

Mom's Night Mixer is coming to Houston!

Moms have unique needs and challenges when it comes to finding time for herself. They've designed an evening where mom's can have a blast, meet new friends, and learn a few things about what Houston has to offer the family and particularly - Mom! They''ve piled all the resources new moms, expectant moms, and experienced moms need to have fun while gaining info on living happy, healthy lives in Houston. And everyone knows, "When Mom is happy, we're happy!"

If you are a stay at home mom, working mom, single mom, foster mom, or anything in between, they have an evening planned just for you.

Here's the 411...Save the Date!

Saturday, June 27th 2009

6:00pm - 9:00pm at

The Westin Galleria in Houston

5060 West Alabama

Houston, TX 77056

They'll have activities designed to connect moms by interests, childrens' ages, and neighborhood! Enjoy live music, cocktails, and a catered menu all evening. You'll also receive the 2009/2010 Mom's Resource Directory for the Houston Area, full of info, important numbers, schools, and local businesses that cater to moms.

And you know they'll be giveaways!

Questions? Check out their FAQ's.

Grab a friend or two and mark you calendars. Tickets are now on sale. Click here to register.

Pine Cove Free Family Day This Sunday

Summer Camp can be an amazing part of a kiddo's summer. In Texas, we are truly blessed to have so many options! Pine Cove Outback is hosting a Free Family Day Sunday April 5th from 1:30-5 at Crier Creek and Outback in Columbus, Texas. Come tour Pine Cove Outback and see why over 1500 families chose to send their kids to camp last summer. Enjoy food and drinks, a great concert by Anthony Evans and the Pine Cove band, and lots of fun activities for the whole family. And best of all, it’s free! Activities: Inflatable Obstacle Course, Hayrides, Pony Rides, Canoeing, Paddle Boats, Paintball, Target Shooting, Dunking Booth, Frisbee Golf, Fishing*, Tug of War and other family games! Things to bring: *picnic blanket *outdoor chairs *fishing gear (catch and release)

Click here to register and here to download the map.

Houston's Children's Festival This Saturday and Sunday

Looking for something for the family this weekend?

The Houston's Children's Festival is taking over Downtown!

The festival will be held Downtown from 10:30-6:30 both Saturday the 4th and Sunday the 5th.

Admission is $5 with a McDonald's discount coupon or $8 at the gate. Under 3 are free. Ticket information and discount offers can be found here. VIP ticket packages are also available. Who doesn't want to the opportunity to rub elbows with Dora, Diego and KeKe Palmer from Nickelodeon's True Jackson VP?

Did I mention Sid the Science Kid will also be there? Love that little guy from his self-titled show on PBS.

There are 8 Fun Zones featuring The McDonald's Family Fitness Zone, Baker Hughes Circus Town, HEB's Healthy Kid Kingdom, The Sports Zone featuring the Houston Rockets and Dynamos, The Big Slide, rockwall, a Motorcyle High-wire thrill show and too much more to list.

Downtown a bit confusing to you? Click here to navigate your path to the fun.

Volunteering more your style? Click here to help this event go off without a hitch.

Don't miss out on an event that has raised just under 4 million for Child Advocates and was selected as one of the World's 300 Greatest Events by Frommer's Travel Guides. Impressive!

Got Milk?

The Milk Mustache Mobile Tour is coming to Houston Monday April 6th!

The Drink Well. Live Well. Campaign is drawing attention to the wellness benefits of milk and the unique attributes of being a milk drinker.

Residents can visit the Downtown Aquarium from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. to experience free, interactive activities including:
• Health assessments from a registered dietitian
• Ice-cold milk from local dairies
• Homemade smoothie samples
• Five-minute chair massages
• Souvenir Milk Mustache photos
• Sweepstakes for a chance to win a personal chef consultation courtesy of Real Simple magazine

Houston Downtown Aquarium
410 Bagby St. @ Memorial
Houston, Texas 77002