Join us at the Montgomery County Home and Garden Show on Saturday, March 2 and Sunday, March 3 at the Lone Star Convention Center!

Got a home project idea? Meet over 200 improvement professionals who can make that idea or dream a reality with new products, fabulous presenters, and buy-it-now items!  Free parking at the Convention Center. Learn more at https://www.montgomerycountyhomeandgarden.com/

Tickets for Adults are $10, Seniors are $9, Children – 12 and under are FREE!

Show hours are Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Free parking is available at the Lonestar Star Convention Center.

Learn more about the Montgomery County Home and Garden Show at https://www.montgomerycountyhomeandgarden.com/

CONROE, TX –The 3rd Annual Rising Stars and Legends of Texas will be presented in various venues throughout Downtown Conroe beginning Saturday, March 9th through Saturday March 16^th offering opportunities for the public to experience the arts organizations represented by the Greater Conroe Arts Alliance (GCAA). Each one will present their own unique fine art, poetry, theatrical presentations, cinematography, music compositions, instrumental music, choral performances, and Texas history through live performances during the week all in Downtown Conroe venues. Learn more at http://bit.ly/GreaterConroeArtsAlliance

The Greater Conroe Arts Alliance represents 17 non-profit organizations in the Conroe area: Christian Youth Theatre, Conroe Art League, Conroe Live, Conroe Symphony Orchestra, Crighton Theatre Foundation, Friends of the Flag Foundation, Heritage Museum of Montgomery County, Jazz Connection, Montgomery County Choral Society, Montgomery County Genealogical and Historical Society, Montgomery County Historical Commission, Montgomery County Literary Arts Council, The Players Theatre Company, Sounds of Texas Music Series, Stage Right of Texas, The Woodlands Show Chorus, and the Young Texas Artists Music Competition.

Week Events:

Sunday, March 9

• 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Bach, Beethoven, and Barbeque Dinner, dancing, and auction to benefit Young Texas Artists at Martin’s Hall (RSVP Required)
• 7:30 p.m. Young Texas Artists Competition Finals at the Crighton Theatre. Tickets available at CrightonTheatre.org

Wednesday, March 13

• 10:00 – 5:00 p.m. Conroe Art League opens National Invitational Exhibition and Competition through Saturday
• 7:00 p.m. Gospel Night at First Baptist Church

Thursday, March 14

• 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Outspoken Bean Poetry Slam sponsored by the Montgomery County Literary Arts Council at Corner Pub
• 7:30 p.m. The Crighton Gong Show sponsored by Stage Right at the Crighton Theatre – $5 tickets at door
• 7:00 p.m. Driving Miss Daisy – encore performance at the Owen Theatre to benefit GCAA

Friday, March 15

• 7:00 p.m. Variety Show at the Crighton Theatre
• 8:00 p.m. Godspell by the Players Theatre Company at the Owen Theatre

Saturday, March 16

• 8:00 a.m. – noon Chalk Up Conroe, presented by the Greater Conroe Arts Alliance
• 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Rhythm Path interactive drumming at Eastside of Courthouse on steps
• Noon Chikawa Aztec Dancers at Founder’s Plaza Park
• Noon – 4:00 p.m. Friends of the Flag – Interactive Display with Cannons at Parking Lot at Metcalf Heritage Museum – Interactive Displays at Parking Lot at Metcalf
• 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Jazz Connection at Founder’s Plaza Park
• 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Montgomery County Historical Commission Walking tour of Downtown Walking Art Bench Tour
• 5:00 – 7:30 p.m. Block Party by Sounds of Texas (pre-party)
• 8:00 p.m. Pam Tillis presented by The Sounds of Texas

The Bach, Beethoven, and BBQ Annual Fundraiser event kicks off the “Rising Stars and Legends of Texas” on March 9th benefitting the Young Texas Artists Music Competition. Reception begins at 5:00 p.m. at Martin’s Event Hall, then continues to the tent in the street in front of Martin’s to continue with dinner, dancing and a live auction. The Young Texas Artists Competition Finals will then begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Crighton Theatre. The entire package of events including the After Party Dance can be purchased at www.YTAMC.com/bach-beethoven-barbecue. Those wanting to attend just the finals at the Crighton may purchase tickets at CrightonTheatre.org.

Rising Stars and Legends of Texas continues on Wednesday, March 13 with a newly added Gospel Night at First Baptist Church of Conroe at 7:00pm. The Montgomery County Choral Society, The Woodlands Show Chorus, church choirs, ensembles, and duos bring a night of music with a love offering to benefit the GCAA.

Another new addition is a Crighton Gong Show with local talents hosted by Stage Right at the Crighton Theatre. Anyone is welcome to be a contestant, and Karaoke is encouraged! Participants may contact Phil Clarke at philsclarke@att.net.

On Thursday, March 14, performance poet Outspoken Bean will appear at The Corner Pub in Conroe at 5:00 p.m., hosted by the Montgomery County Literary Arts Council. Bean mentors the Meta-4 poetry slam teams and works with Writers in the Schools.

Friday, March 15 will feature a Variety Night with the Conroe Symphony Orchestra, Glitz! Quartet from The Woodlands Show Chorus, and special appearance by The McTeggart Irish Dancers all performing at the Crighton Theatre.

The week concludes with a culmination of many of the organizations participating in interactive events Saturday, March 16 beginning at 8:00 a.m. at Founder’s Plaza Park with Chalk Up Conroe and ending with Pam Tillis at the Crighton Theatre, presented by the Sounds of Texas Music Series. Many events are free to the public. Any of the events at the Crighton Theatre or the Owen Theatre will have a fee attached from $5 to $24. Exceptions are the Young Texas Artists BBQ fundraiser, and Pam Tillis.

Learn more about the events and Greater Conroe Arts Alliance by visiting www.GreaterConroeArtsAlliance.com.

So you want to build a buzzworthy business? Learn all about your digital and social media options from Hello Woodlands Founder and CEO, Jennifer Bruse in this engaging seminar for entrepreneurs or any business owners who want to take their online presence to the next level! Seating is limited for this special event so reserve your spot now! REGISTER

$10 for Chamber Members
$15 for Not-Yet Members and Guests/At The Door

This event is perfect for entrepreneurs, business owners, and ANYONE who is interested in building their personal/business brand.

Jennifer Bruse will be sharing…
– Top 10 secrets and effective marketing strategies for ANY brand, business and industry
– Current marketing and content strategies plus BIG changes I made for 2019
– How to change, adapt, and prepare for the future of marketing to your Target Audience

Secrets? Yes, secrets that most marketing experts will NOT tell you. Learn the secrets of…
– Developing an Online and Offline Marketing Strategy
– Establishing Valuable Relationships in your Community
– Marketing the Media, News Sources and Influencers
– Effectively reaching and connecting with your target audience
– Turning a Presence into a Profit

We look forward to seeing you there! Be sure to register for the event to save your spot here.

EVENT: https://business.facebook.com/events/382431318994219/

The acclaimed Boston Pops visits The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion on March 21 for a celebration of its former conductor – John Williams himself! Lawn and Mezzanine seating is free. Gates open at 6:30pm and Show starts at 7:30pm. Learn more about the concert at woodlandscenter.org.

Ticket Prices:
ORCHESTRA RESERVED SEATING 1: $50
ORCHESTRA RESERVED SEATING 2: $35
LAWN & MEZZANINE: FREE

Opened in 1990, The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion is part of The Center for the Performing Arts at The Woodlands, a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) organization that provides diverse, high-quality performing arts events for the entertainment and enrichment of a broad regional audience. Through numerous educational and community outreach programs, The Pavilion is a catalyst for attracting new audiences to the performing arts and building strong ties between the arts and educational institutions. For more information about The Pavilion, please visit the website at www.woodlandscenter.org.

Enjoy a New York themed fashion show along with a raffle, giveaways, and much more while supporting several of our local charities and community! Art N Fashion is the premier event at the Glade Arts Foundation that benefits five local non-profit organizations: Angel Reach, Glade Arts Foundation, Hope, Operation Pets Alive, and Yes to Youth. Come enjoy an hors d’oeuvres, martinis, and champagne. Party Chic Attire.

Learn more and purchase tickets at https://gladeartsfoundation.org/artnfashion2019-event

Free Family Event with free shuttle, parking and ADMISSION!

The World Famous German Festival is back and bigger than ever from March 29 to 31, 2019! Come see why people travel from across the world to experience the German Culture right here in sweet Tomball, Texas!

Enjoy 4 Music Stages, 200+ Street Vendors, Ethnic & Festival Food, Beer, Wine/Petting Zoo, Street Performers, Souvenirs, Arts & Crafts, Antiques, Heritage Center and more!

Learn more at TomballGermanFest.org