Megan Salch

Valentine Activities You’ll Love

February 2009
Kylie Salch paints a Valentine dish for her parents at Young at Art.

To help you prepare for the month of love, we’ve pulled together some great activities to enjoy. You’re sure to fall in love with these excursions.

1. Sponsored by the American Heart Association, February 6 is Go Red For Women Day and focuses on preventing heart disease. Mark your calendars for the 2009 Go Red For Women National Casting Call

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Seasonal Sensations

December 2008
Have a holly jolly good time at the West U Tree Lighting Ceremony and listen to the sounds of the season courtesy of West U Elementary students.

Happy holidays, Houston! Celebrate with these seasonal sensations.

1. Bellaire sparkles with its Centennial Holiday in the Park celebration. Ring in the season with snow, food, and games at Bellaire Town Square December 4, 6-8:30 p.m. Don’t forget to get your photo taken with Santa. There is no charge for this event. For more details, visit www.ci.bellaire.tx.us.

2. Memorial sparkles …

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Ten Tips for an End of Summer Splash

August 2008
Jumping

It’s hot, humid, and Houston. By this point in the summer, your kids are probably doing one of two things. They are either complaining about being bored or dreading that summer’s end is drawing near. Why not treat them to an end of summer water-filled party? Here are 10 tips for pulling off a fun splash bash in a snap. …

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10 Knock-out July Activities

July 2008
Cousins Kylie Salch and Brent Salem horsed around in the fountains at Discovery Green Park.Cousins Kylie Salch and Brent Salem horsed around in the fountains at Discovery Green Park.

With the Houston summer in full swing, families are looking for some cool activities to enjoy together.

1. Celebrate Independence Day at one of these fantastic neighborhood events. Bellaire’s July 4th Parade begins at 9:30 am at the Bellaire Triangle with the festival lasting until 1 pm at the Bellaire-Zindler Park. West University’s July 4th Bike Parade starts at West …

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Springtime Fun

March 2008
Looking to put a little spring in your step? Bring the family out to the carnival at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo for some heart-pounding excitement.

As nature awakens from its wintry sleep, it’s time to rediscover spring. Here’s 10 ways to celebrate spring without breaking the bank.

The Rodeo Parade on Saturday, March 1, is a fun way to kick off rodeo season. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo follows on March 3 through March 22 with tickets starting at $16. Weekend matinee performances allow …

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Holiday Fun for the Family

December 2007
Look out for flying snowballs at the Houston Museum of Natural Science’s Snow Flurry 4 event on December 8.

Spice up your holiday season and kick up your heels with any of these area festivities.

Start off the holidays at the Main Street Theater in Rice Village with a delightful rendition of Winnie the Pooh author A.A. Milne’s Mr. Pim Passes By. Tickets begin at $10 and the show runs December 1 through December 23. The performance is …

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Fall Into Fun

October 2007
Sophia Collins, 5, and Gracie Carlson, 4, look forward to picking out their pumpkins this  fall.

The mosquitoes are disappearing with much of the humidity, and Houstonians are returning to the great outdoors. Autumn presents so many family activities it’s hard to keep up with all of them. Here are a few fall highlights from popular festivals to outdoor entertainment.

Dewberry Farm in Brookshire has an amazing 12-acre pumpkin patch so your little helpers can pick …

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Wild and Wacky Museums

August 2007
Visitors at the Museum of Printing History get their hands dirty using a replica of the Gutenberg Press.

Houston’s Museum District is nationally recognized and well traveled. But how familiar are you with the wild and wacky museums that Houston has to offer? Prepare for some memorable trips to museums full of intrigue, safety, and just plain fun.

1. Visit the Houston Police Museum at 17000 Aldine Westfield Road near Intercontinental Airport to see various weapons used by …

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Spring Fever?

March 2007
Morgan Wallace shows off the mini art car she made at last year’s Bayou City Art Festival.

10 remedies for your family

Longer days and sunnier weather are the perfect concoction for a case of spring fever. Here are ten of the best remedies to make the most of spring break with fun for the whole family.

1. The Bayou Wildlife Park in Alvin is a miniature safari in Houston’s backyard. Take a ride on the Exotic …

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