Happy Friday West U! Pretty safe to say we are all in a “back to school” frenzy one way or another! School Supplies, lunchbox items, back-to-school shopping, Oh My!
We have rounded up all the great local activities and happenings this weekend and next week (if your kids haven’t started school by then there is still time to play).
Ps. We are always open to more events and activities, so if we missed something, please let us know!
Rice Owls Soccer vs. Texas Longhorns at Holloway Field
August 17, 2018 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm
The first regular season event for Rice Athletics is when Rice soccer takes on Texas. Come out and see the defending C-USA champion Rice soccer team kick off their 2018 campaign after finishing last season with an NCAA tournament berth. The Owls will be hosting competitive foes at home such as Texas, SMU and Memphis. Get your tickets now, and we will see you at the Texas game.
Admission: Open to the public, game day ticket required
Sawyer Flea - August at Sawyer Flea
August 18, 2018 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
It’s SUMMER, which means it’s time for our night market! Join us from 5pm to 10pm for a FREE curated outdoor market featuring artisan goods, artisan foods, and everything cool on the corner of Edwards and Sawyer. Find jewelry, artisan foods, handmade leather accessories, original art, fair trade, vintage, home decor, candles, soaps and more!
Kids welcome, furry friends welcome, everyone’s welcome! FREE to attend. No admission charge. Free parking.
On the corner of Edwards and Sawyer (2313 Edwards Street).
Founded and organized by folks behind Flea at Silver Street.
Incredible India Cultural Connections at Miller Outdoor Theatre
August 18, 2018 8:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Indian, Spanish, Sri Lankan, Thai and African dances are connected through similar rhythmic cadences and movements.
Miller Outdoor Theatre 281-373-3386
Yoga at Levy Park
August 19, 2018 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Check website for more details.
Tootsies Summer Soiree at Tootsies
August 22, 2018 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Join Karishma Asrani, Courtney Campo, Allie Danziger, and Melissa Sugulas for the hautest event of the season!
Women of Wardrobe and Tootsies’ Summer Soireé
Featuring:
Hunter Bell fall collection and Claudia Lobao jewelry
and curated collections by MILLY and Sam Edelman
Special “THANK YOU!” to our generous vendors and donors: Ann Sacks, Blue Chair Bay Rum, Bosscat Kitchen & Libations – Houston, cHAIRiTEE, Eddie V’s Prime Seafood – West Ave. Houston, TX, Deep Eddy Vodka, Dr. Forrest Roth, Plastic Surgeon at West Ave, Fig & Olive, High Brew Coffee, MYEVENTISTHEBOMB, Mia Bella Trattoria, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Orangetheory Fitness Houston, Paloma Nails, Picos Restaurant, Snap Kitchen, and Sunday Riley!
Haute Attire
Complimentary Valet Parking
Wine Wednesday’s Workshops at The Rustic Brush
August 22, 2018 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Who: All are welcome and can easily sign up through our website www.therusticbrush.com/westucalendar
What: free wine and feel free to bring in snacks/food
Where: 5475 west loop south STE 160
When: every Wednesday night @7pm (usually lasts until 10pm)
Movies at Miller: Beauty & The Beast at Miller Outdoor Theatre
August 22, 2018 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
It’s truly “A Tale as Old as Time” with this 1991 Disney animated musical romantic fantasy film…the most beautiful love story ever told.
Girls Night Out at The Mad Potter
August 23, 2018 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Enjoy a night out with the girls while painting pottery and sipping wine from 7 p.m. to close!
Price: $15 includes studio time and wine. Pottery not included.
CLICK HERE FOR FULL ACTIVITIES DETAILS
In Case You Missed Them. . . .
Houston Spotlight: Last call for Summer Exhibits at MFAH
School is starting in the next few weeks and if you are like me, then we are both panicking trying to cram in all of the amazing activities and local events before our schedules and routines will drastically change.
Neighborhood Spotlight: Sweet Moment Nail & Pedi Spa Opens in Rice Village
One of my favorite ways of self-care has always been treating myself to a mani/pedi. As a kid, I would accompany my mom to the nail salon where the ladies were kind enough to either quickly paint my nails or they would let me play in one of the empty stations with bottles of nail polish and clear sparkles.
5 Summer Beauty Tips from Bun on The Run
Guest Blog Post by Bun on the Run’s Megan McBrien
I was so excited to be asked to be a guest blogger for The Local Moms Network… partially, because I’m aligned with their current initiatives but also because it motivated me to whip my own blog, Bun on the Run Beauty, back into shape. I am a mother to three young daughters. . .
What I Wish I Knew about Postpartum Anxiety and Depression
When I reached out to a friend who recently had a baby, the conversation got real when she said she was experiencing the “Baby Blues”, she said she felt weepy on a daily basis with waves of sadness that she couldn’t explain. This was the first time I was able to actually speak with. . .
Watermelon Ice Cream Slices
Easy, Very Cute Summer Recipe
Around this time of year, there is nothing better than ice cream and watermelon, so why not combine them! We found this easy and very cute no-churn watermelon ice cream slices recipe from the Food Network and wanted to share it with you.
