Monday, December 11, 2006

Holiday Fun in West Houston


Holiday Fun in Houston:

Wonderland in Westchase
Thursday, Dec. 14, 2006 5:30 PM
Location: Quillian Memorial Center 3663 Westcenter Drive Houston, Tx 77042

The Houston West Chamber of Commerce (HWCOC) is expecting more than 7,000 people to join us in 60,000 lbs. of snow during the holidays at Wonderland in Westchase, hosted by Westchase District, HWCOC and Quillian Recreational Center. The event is sponsored by Amegy Bank of Texas, MemberSource Credit Union, Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers and First Methodist Church with corporate support from a number of Westchase area businesses. The event features child-centered activities, including face-painting, children’s crafts, hayrides, two moonwalks, climbing wall, hay rides, petting zoo, real snow, and – of course – Santa. Mrs. Claus reads children's stories, while choirs, handbells, harpists, and dancers provide entertainment on two stages. Bring a toy or non-parishable food item to support the West Houston Assistance Ministries!

Until the next nap time...

More Holiday Fun in Houston

For the first time, I watched the TV show "Brothers & Sisters" last night. I have to applaud it for showing ways to embrace both Christmas and Hanukah in one family -- no easy chore. Perhaps more important, I found its message to adults about valuing the true meaning of the holidays (however you celebrate it) wonderful. The show emphasized faith in God, in yourself and in your family members. Watching this show was a refreshing change.

Holiday Fun in Houston:
Friday, 12/15: Holiday Lights in Hermann Park is Houston’s version of “Central Park.” The event begins at 6 pm with the lighting at the Jones Reflection Pool. Children of all ages enjoy the holiday production presented by the Hermann Park Conservancy. Then, Houston families enjoy the lights on weekends throughout the month 6-9 pm. Pack up the kids with bikes, trikes or even roller blades and put that energy to good use. This makes a nice alternative to the usual after-dinner routine. Strollers are welcome.

Until the next nap time...