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HOUSTON TOY MUSEUM – WORLDWIDE DAY OF PLAY
WHAT: Family fun with kids yoga (The Mobile Yogi), an art station by Kidcreate Studio and more; in partnership with Nickelodeon and the Association of Children’s Museums.
WHERE: Houston Toy Museum, 321 W. 19th St., Houston, 77008
WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 27, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
COST: Kids pay their age; regular admission for adults
INFO: houstontoymuseum.org
HOUSTON PETSET – LE BRUNCH (FIERCE & FABULOUS SOIRÉE)
WHAT: New daytime format for Houston PetSet’s annual soirée, headlined by Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters. Benefits animal welfare programs.
WHERE: Le Tesserae, 1902 Washington Ave., Houston, 77007
WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 28, noon–4:30 p.m.
COST: Ticketed event; check website for available tickets
INFO: houstonpetset.org
HOUSTON QUAKER SKYSPACE – WORLD QUAKER DAY
WHAT: Extra open hours, a 2013 PBS interview with artist James Turrell, refreshments and Q&A surrounding the Skyspace experience.
WHERE: Live Oak Friends Meeting House, 1318 W. 26th St., Houston, 77008
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 5; doors 6 p.m., sunset viewing 6:30–7:30 p.m., post-program until ~8 p.m.
COST: Free
INFO: houstonquakerskyspace.com; fwcc.world/event/wqd-2025
SPECTRUM FUSION – “SPOTLIGHT ON THE STARS” GALA
WHAT: Hollywood-themed fundraiser supporting employment for autistic young adults; VIP reception at 6 p.m.; emceed by Courtney Zubowski.
WHERE: The Junior League of Houston, 1811 Briar Oaks Ln., Houston, 77027
WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 9, 6:30–10 p.m. (VIP 6 p.m.)
COST: Tickets start at $250
INFO: spectrumfusion.org/spotlight-on-the-stars-gala/
ENERGY EDUCATION FOUNDATION – ANNUAL GALA
WHAT: Reception, dinner and keynote by author Alex Epstein. Proceeds support programs cultivating future energy professionals.
WHERE: Lakeside Country Club, 100 Wilcrest Dr., Houston, 77042
WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 9, 6–9 p.m.
COST: Individual tickets from $1,000; tables from $10,000
INFO: energyeducation.org/AnnualEEFGala
JOE SAMBA WITH CYDEWAYS
WHAT: Reggae-rock concert presented by Carpe Nox.
WHERE: Axelrad, 1517 Alabama St., Houston, 77004
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 10, 6–11 p.m.
COST: $15
INFO: joesamba.com; Tickets: prekindle.com/event/41691
CHRISTUS FOUNDATION FOR HEALTHCARE – 21st ANNUAL NUN RUN (PRESENTED BY STELLAR BANK)
WHAT: Blue Knights–escorted 40-mile motorcycle ride benefiting CHRISTUS School Clinics; finish-line party at Topwater Grill.
WHERE: Start: Villa de Matel, 6510 Lawndale; Finish: Topwater Grill, 815 Avenue O, San Leon
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 11; start 8 a.m.
COST: $40 per rider (public welcome)
INFO: christusfoundation.org
TEX-INDIE AUTHOR BOOK FAIR
WHAT: Texas’ largest indie-author festival with writers, poets, presses and comic creators; family-friendly, indoors.
WHERE: British International School of Houston (Gym), 2203 N. Westgreen Blvd., Katy, 77449
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 11
COST: Free
HOUSTON PETS ALIVE! – BARKTOBERFEST (PRESENTED BY PACIFICO)
WHAT: Fall fest with live music, vendors, contests, silent auction, adoptable dogs and more.
WHERE: The Powder Keg, 1300 Brittmoore Rd., Houston, 77043
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 11, 2–6 p.m.
COST: Free to attend; activity tickets available
INFO: houstonpetsalive.org/barktoberfest/
BUZZ INTO BEEKEEPING WITH ALLY & SOFIE
WHAT: Intro to beekeeping with two of Texas’ youngest Advanced Master Beekeepers.
WHERE: The Classroom at Wabash Feed, 4545 N. Shepherd, Houston
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 11, 10:30 a.m.–noon
COST: $20
INFO: wabashfeed.com; Tickets: 3common.com/beekeeping10-11-25
CZECHFEST 2025
WHAT: Houston’s largest celebration of Czech culture—live music, kolaches, BBQ and family fun.
WHERE: Lodge 88, 1435 Beall St., Houston, 77008
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 11, 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
COST: Adults $15; Kids 6–17 $12; under 6 free; Czech meal $15
INFO: lodge88.org
DINING FOR DONOVAN
WHAT: One-night-only culinary event featuring Bludorn, Coltivare, La Lucha and Superica; four-course dinner in support of the Reimagine Donovan Park Campaign.
WHERE: The Historic Houston Heights Fire Station, 107 W. 12th St., Houston, 77008
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct. 15, 6–9:30 p.m.
COST: $275 (drinks & gratuity included; service charge not included)
TICKETS: e.givesmart.com/events/KxL
FAMILIES WITH PRIDE
WHAT: Council Member Abbie Kamin’s inclusive family festival with costume contests, Pride Storytime, performances, arts & crafts, community partners and more.
WHERE: Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St., Houston, 77010
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 18, 9 a.m.–noon
COST: Free
INFO: discoverygreen.com/event/families-with-pride
THE WOMEN’S FUND – 15th ANNUAL ROCKIN’ RESILIENCY LUNCHEON: “BLOOM BEYOND LIMITS”
WHAT: Luncheon with keynote Khori Dastoor (HGO), educational session, silent auction, and awards; benefits health education for women and girls.
WHERE: Royal Sonesta Hotel, 2222 West Loop South, Houston, 77027
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 19, 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
COST: Tickets start at $300
INFO: thewomensfund.org
PARK TO PORT BIKE RIDE (11th ANNUAL)
WHAT: 20-mile round-trip from Hermann Park’s Bayou Parkland to Mason Park along Bayou Greenway; not a race; turn-around and post-ride parties. Presented by Port Houston.
WHERE: Start/finish: Hermann Park (Bayou Parkland)
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 25 (time not listed)
COST: $45 (ages 10-99)
INFO: hermannpark.org/event/park-to-port-bike-ride
ART SQUARE STUDIOS ON ALMEDA – OPEN ART STUDIOS
WHAT: Tour 18 private studios, meet artists, and view a group exhibit of 12″×12″ works themed “Cosmos.” Works for sale.
WHERE: 5301 Almeda Rd., Houston, 77004 (entrance via Oakdale; elevator access)
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 26, 1–5 p.m.
COST: Free
INFO: facebook.com/ArtSquareStudiosonAlmeda/ • instagram.com/artsquarestudiosonalmeda
PETRA CARES – 1st ANNUAL DRIVING FUTURES GOLF TOURNAMENT
WHAT: Four-person scramble raising funds to train and employ young adults aging out of foster care; lunch, dinner, contests and prizes included.
WHERE: Highland Pines Golf Club, 6700 Highland Pines Dr., Porter, 77365
WHEN: Tuesday, Oct. 28; 11 a.m. arrival, 1 p.m. shotgun, awards at 5 p.m.
COST: $250/individual players
INFO: petra-cares.org/golf-tournament
OngoingGFB TRENDSETTERS FELLOWSHIP
WHAT: Seniors (65+) gather for bingo, Bible study and crafts.
WHERE: Greater First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 4441 Haygood, Houston, 77022 (park in middle lot)
WHEN: Every Wednesday, 10 a.m.–noon
COST: Free
INFO: gfbhouston.org
FRIENDS FOR LIFE – DOGGIE PLAYGROUP
WHAT: Weekly supervised outdoor playtime with adoptable dogs; great for meeting your potential new best friend.
WHERE: Friends For Life Animal Shelter (Backyard), 107 E. 22nd St., Houston, 77008
WHEN: Sundays, 2:30–3:30 p.m.
COST: Free
INFO: friends4life.org
ARTWORKS CIRCLE
WHAT: Informal creative meet-up for artists of all kinds—bring your own project and supplies.
WHERE: Houston Vineyard, 1035 E. 11th St., Houston, 77009
WHEN: First & third Tuesdays, 9 a.m.–noon
COST: Free
INFO: Email womenthatrocks@comcast.net
ALEX’S AUTISM ALLIANCE
WHAT: Customized life-skills and job-skills activities for young adults with autism; collaboration with HCC Occupational Therapy Assistant students.
WHERE: Metropolitan Multi-Service Center, 1475 West Gray St., Houston, 77019
WHEN: Tuesdays & Fridays, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
COST: Free resource
INFO: Email contact@autismmomsofhouston.org
HPD NORTH – COMMUNITY CIVIC NORTH PIP
WHAT: Monthly crime stats, guest speakers and Q&A with HPD North Division; refreshments follow.
WHERE: 9455 W. Montgomery Rd., Houston, 77088
WHEN: Every third Tuesday of the month, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
COST: Free
INFO: houstontx.gov/police/pip/images/PIP_Meeting.pdf
HPD NORTH – APARTMENT MANAGERS/BUSINESS PIP
WHAT: Monthly briefing for businesses and apartment managers with HPD North; guest speakers and crime updates.
WHERE: 7603 Antoine Dr., Houston, 77088
WHEN: Every third Thursday of the month, noon–1 p.m.
COST: Free
INFO: houstontx.gov/police/pip/images/PIP_Meeting.pdf