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Offering everything from Shakespeare's Twelfth Night to a sing-along version of everyone's favorite Abba-inspired musical, Mamma Mia, Miller Outdoor Theatre is sure to keep you and your family entertained these last few weeks of summer and into the fall.

Surf on over to Galveston!

Looking for something different to do this summer while keeping your family budget in check? Head out to Galveston Island for a fun family “staycation” at Schlitterbahn Galveston Waterpark!

Fall '09 Events in Southeast Texas

What's happening in Houston, Galveston, The Woodlands, Conroe, Beaumont, Port Arthur, Orange, Jasper and the surrounding areas.

Get Ready For A Party!

Get ready for The TAX DAY TEA PARTY here in Houston.

It's pretty simple. If you think Washington and our politicians are out of control spenders and you don't want your children and grandchildren saddled with enormous debt, then you are the one who needs to attend this tea party. It's one of many across the country.

East Texas Charitable Events for Autumn 08'

Beaumont, Galveston, Houston, Lufkin, Longview, Marshall, Nacgodoches, Newton, Orange, Port Arthur, San Augustine, Texarkana, Tyler, The Woodlands

Skyrocket’s in Flight

Skyrocket’s in FlightSolid-gold-’70s-lovin’ Skyrocket is busy ticking away dates to play venues and private parties across the state in coming months.  In fact, Skyrocket will be Texas’ musical ambassador to New York next month when they play a benefit for Madison Square Park Conservancy Oct. 22.

Houston Cellar Classic: A Celebration of Wine and Food Comes in October

Houston wine and food lovers, be prepared to swish, smell, eat and drink! Houston foodies will congregate for the 2008 Houston Cellar Classic: A Celebration of Wine and Food from October 13 to 19 at all The Tasting Room Wine Café locations and MAX’S Wine Dive.

You’ve Never Seen a Spa Like This in Texas

The suites at La Torretta will have a modern European style—and Texas-sized bathrooms. Water is the theme of this wellness-oriented spa resort. Image courtesy Stuart Rosenberg. The first picture of Lake Conroe’s upcoming resort has seen the light, and it teases La Torretta Del Lago’s clean, modern European motif. COO Marc Leffman says each lavish room features a mini-bar, two 42-inch flat screens and a “Texas-style” bath. 

Texas Towns Dominate Finance Magazines' Best-of Lists

Houston was popular on many “best places to live” lists this year, as were many other Texas cities. © Hartemink | Dreamstime.com

Despite a nationally imploding housing market and the instability an election year brings, Forbes and more say Texas cities are still offering outstanding quality of life, appreciating housing and stable job markets. 

Crave These Cupcakes

New Crave Cupcakes in Houston is at 1151 Uptown Park Blvd. Photo courtesy Gail Rubin.It’s okay for adults to eat sweets for breakfast if they’re gourmet. At least, that’ll be your excuse if find yourself following the siren scent of warm, fresh-baked confections along Houston’s Uptown Park to find the new Crave Cupcakes.

Salmonella-Free Salsa

© Kenn Stilger | Dreamstime.com What’s a salsa lover to do? Since April’s salmonella outbreaks, everything from tomatoes to cilantro have been suspect. Jalapenos packaged or harvested in Mexico are currently feeling the FDA’s wrath, but there are plenty of alternatives.

Abejas Boutique

Address Line 1: 
5600 Kirby S-4
City: 
Houston
State: 
Texas
Zip: 
Texas
Hours of Operation: 
Monday - Saturday 10am - 7pm Sunday 12pm-5pm
Phone: 
713-522-3025
Website: 
www.abejasboutique.com
Email: 
info@abejasboutique.com

A cozy hangout filled with all the basics every girl needs in her closet. Vintage and new collections. Fashion finds from NY to LA, Argentina to Morrocco. Handmade flip-flops, jewelery, fragrances, and a wide selection of unique women's apparrel. From affordable buys to exclusive selections. Incorporates different philanthropies into retail and wholesale experience, giving back to the community and raising environmental awareness.

Center For Health and Wellness

Address Line 1: 
4950 Bissonnet Suite 230
City: 
Houston
State: 
Texas
Zip: 
Texas
Hours of Operation: 
Tuesday-Friday 10am-6pm Saturday 10am-2pm
Phone: 
713-528-7200
Website: 
www.centerforhealthandwellness.com

The Center For Health and Wellness is located in Bellaire, a town inside Houston. Using a holistic approach, the center offers a variety of services to connect the mind, body and spirit and promote an over all sense of well-being. Massages, Ortho-Bionomy, Reconnection Healing, CrainoSacral Therapy and Neurostructural Integration Technique are only some of the many unorthodox healing techniques used at the center. Grace Circles is a women's support group held at the facilty, a meeting designed to promote spiritual growth.

Charlotte Nail Antiques

Address Line 1: 
7026 Old Katy Rd Suite 165
City: 
Houston
State: 
Texas
Zip: 
Texas
Phone: 
713-869-9511
Website: 
www.cninteriors.com

Charlotte Nail Antiques is home to an elegant selection of antique furniture, chandeliers, original artwork, sculpture, and more. The store specializes in French, Spanish, and Italian antiques, as well as interior design and offers a variety of fine antique furniture, chandeliers, porcelain, silver, Majolica, antique clocks, and mirrors. The staff is happy to work with any customer to find the perfect piece, gift, or treasure for your home. Take advantage of Charlotte’s interior design experience to ensure each purchase works beautifully in your home. Delivery and installation services are available.

Escobar

Address Line 1: 
2905 Travis Street Suite A
City: 
Houston
State: 
Texas
Zip: 
Texas
Phone: 
832-275-2471
Website: 
www.escobarhouston.com
Email: 
info@escobarhouston.com

Ultra exclusive Houston bar and lounge. Sanctuary for Houston's elite crowd. Sophisticated and music driven atmosphere. Private parties and bottle service available. 21 and up only.

Francesca's Collections

City: 
The Woodlands, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Arlington
State: 
Texas
Phone: 
1-800-980-1180
Website: 
www.francescascollections.com

Francesca's Collections is one of the leading women's fashion retailers in the country. Each boutique provides an eclectic and carefully chosen assortment of women's apparel, home accessory, jewelery and gifts items. Fashions from their women's apparel line have been featured in Glamour and Teen Vogue magazines. Francesca's is proud of its contributions to noteworthy causes, participating in annual fundraisers and community outreach programs.

Griff's Sports Bar

Address Line 1: 
3416 Roseland Street
City: 
Houston
State: 
Texas
Zip: 
Texas
Phone: 
713-528-9912
Website: 
www.griffshouston.com

Neighborhood bar atmosphere. Sports fans can come to Griff's and expect a wee bit O' Irish hospitality. Oldest surviving sports bar in Houston and the site of the largest St. Patrick's Day Festival in Texas. Shot specials, DJ, happy hour parties and everyday menu food items make Griff's a good time nightlife destination.

Hotel ZaZa

Address Line 1: 
5701 Main Street
City: 
Houston
State: 
Texas
Zip: 
Texas
Phone: 
713-526-1991 or Toll Free 888-880-3244

This decadent urban resort is a mix of glamour and warmth, high style and comfort. Exquisite lighting and swooping drapes, an unexpected blend of history, business and fashion, brilliantly located in Houston’s beautiful Museum District. Luxury hotel welcomes  dealmakers, fun-lovers and trendsetters. A soothing sanctuary can be found at the private, Urban Oasis level ZaSpa, a full day spa with a variety of luxury spa services. Second location in Dallas.

Houston Texans

City: 
Houston
State: 
Texas
Phone: 
832-667-2022
Website: 
www.houstontexans.com

The Houston Texans has become a force to be reckoned with as one of the NFL's newest professional teams. Catch a game at Reliant stadium, hook up at a tailgate party, or get involved in the online community.

Japanese Auto Salvage

Address Line 1: 
5429 N Shepherd
City: 
Houston
State: 
TX
Zip: 
TX
Hours of Operation: 
M-F 8am - 5:30pm Sat 9am - 3pm
Phone: 
713-699-9900
Website: 
www.japaneseautosalvagehouston.com
Contact: 
Joe Heinesh
Email: 
japaneseautosalvage@hotmail.com

Japanese Auto Salvage is Houston's leading source for quality used Japanese auto parts. Body parts, motors, transmissions, rims. Under same ownership over twenty years. Reputation for quality and excellence. Need Cash? Japanese Auto Salvage pays top dollar for Honda - Toyota - Nissan cars -- running or wrecked.

Koala Health & Wellness Centers

Address Line 1: 
1600 Smith Street
City: 
Houston
State: 
77002
Zip: 
77002
Phone: 
713-652-9777
Website: 
www.koalacenters.com

Koala Health & Wellness and Sports Medicine Centers are state-of-the art facilities that integrate physical medicine, diagnostic testing, rehabilitation, chiropractic care and therapeutic massage to achieve the most effective results for all types of injuries. Services offered can help you get well and teach you how to achieve an active and healthy lifestyle by integrating proper health care.

LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch

Address Line 1: 
23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd #B200
City: 
Katy
State: 
Texas
Zip: 
Texas
Phone: 
281-395-5533
Website: 
www.lacenterra.com
Email: 
contactus@lacenterra.com

LaCenterra is the area’s premier shopping destination. Upscale, yet relaxed; polished, yet never pretentious.
Located on the western edge of metropolitan Houston in Katy, LaCenterra is a Main Street-styled town center development featuring national names and unique boutiques, choice dining options, class “A” office space and luxury living. The center offers uptown style and old town charm – a place to shop, work, play and live in an in an open-air, pedestrian-friendly environment with outdoor common areas, lakes and water features.

Meredith Long & Company

Address Line 1: 
2323 San Felipe
City: 
Houston
State: 
Texas
Zip: 
Texas
Phone: 
713-523-6671
Website: 
www.meredithlonggallery.com
Email: 
info@meredithlonggallery.com

Meredith Long & Co. represents the work of many significant contemporary artists, at their established gallery location in prominent Houston. The gallery rekindled a new interest in the art world for 19th and 20th century works, displaying pieces by Motherwell, Frankenthaler, Stanley Boxer and other artists of the period. In addition to working with museums, Meredith Long & Co. has greatly contributed to the formation of many private collections. An updated exhibition schedule is available online.

Outlets at Conroe

Address Line 1: 
1111 League Line Road
City: 
Conroe
State: 
Texas
Zip: 
Texas
Hours of Operation: 
Monday - Saturday 10am - 8pm Sunday 11am-6pm
Phone: 
936-756-0904
Website: 
www.conroeoutletcenter.com

Over 40 name brand stores with 30-70% off retail prices, located north of Houston in Conroe. Izod, Bass, Claire's Boutique, GNC, K B Toys, Levi's and Lane Bryant to name a few.

Red Cat Jazz Cafe

Address Line 1: 
924 Congress Street
City: 
Houston
State: 
Texas
Zip: 
Texas
Phone: 
713-226-7870
Website: 
www.redcatjazzcafe.com

Hear some of the best live jazz and blues musicians and vocalists, in addition to other live music and entertainment, at the Red Cat Jazz Café in Downtown Houston. Chic meets the laid-back vibe of the French Quarter. Come in for live jazz, lunch or happy hour. Savor some Creole cuisine and stay for the party once the sun goes down and the revelers roll in. Sip signature Red Cat cocktail. Enjoy the atrium view of the city's skyscrapers. Plenty of spirits at the bar and lots of soul on the stage. 

The Bull & Bear Tavern and Eatery

Address Line 1: 
11980 Westheimer Suite A
City: 
Houston
State: 
Texas
Zip: 
Texas
Hours of Operation: 
Monday-Saturday 11am-2am Sunday 10am-2am
Phone: 
281-496-6655
Website: 
www.thebullandbear-tavernandeatery.com
Email: 
bullandbear03@sbcglobal.net

Robust menu, daily lunch and dinner specials, fine selection of beer and wine. Big screen TV for all sporting events. Sponsor local dart HCDA Teams. Live music and entertainment, great budget prices for an inexpensive night out. The Bull & Bear Tavern and Eatery caters to groups. Great place for special events, business meetings, sporting contests.

University of Houston

Address Line 1: 
4800 Calhoun
City: 
Houston
State: 
Texas
Zip: 
Texas
Hours of Operation: 
8am - 5pm Monday - Friday
Phone: 
713-743-2255
Website: 
www.uh.edu
Contact: 
Registration and Enrollment
Email: 
rar@uh.edu

Continue your education at the most diversely populated university in the world. The University of Houston offers more than 100 majors and minors for undersgraduate study and almost 200 graduate degree programs.

Wild Bill's Texas Gourmet Foods & Western Interior

Address Line 1: 
I-45 South Exit 15 or 16
City: 
Texas City
State: 
Texas
Zip: 
Texas
Phone: 
409-927-8124
Website: 
www.wildbillsstore.com

Located inside Mall of the Mainland in Texas City, Wild Bill's has over 250 of the finest Texas-made gourmet foods. Stop in and sample jellies, salsas, hot sauce and flavored coffees free every Saturday. Western furniture and decor are also featured in a Texas-sized showroom. Six unique lines of furniture, traditional rustic wood, hand- carved and upholstered masterpieces.