Target FREE First Sunday at the Museum of Fine Arts-Houston, with free admission from 12:15 to 7 p.m. The first-ever mascot for the museum will be introduced and visitors may cast ballots to name the mascot. Enter a drawing for prizes to be awarded on the next Free Sunday, Oct. 5. Activities include art, performances, the Zoo Mobile, family films and refreshments (1-5 p.m.) The 3rd Italian Film Retrospective will begin on Sept. 5 and continue through Sept. 7. Call Dana Mattice at 713-639-7516 for information on the films by Pupi Avati.
Monday, Sept. 8
Tri-Neighborhood Assoc. meets at Strawberry Park Pavilion at 7 p.m. For more information, call Kathy at 713-944-7940.
Pasadena Area Aggie Moms meet at 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 4647 Preston Road.
Tuesday, Sept. 9
Pasadena AARP meets at Madison Jobe Senior Center, 1700 E. Thomas, at 12:30 p.m. Covered dish luncheon, program, reports and domino games. Call Nancy for more information, 281-487-3490.
Pasadena Begonia Society meets at 10 a.m. in the Community Room of Pasadena Town Square Mall. Program will be preparing Begonias for Fall and Winter by Helen Spiers. For information, call Charlsie at 281-998-0953.
Thursday, Sept. 11
Bay Area A&M Club meets at Baywood Country Club, 5500 Genoa Red Bluff at 11:30 a.m. for buffet lunch and program. All Aggies and their friends are welcome on the 2nd Thursday of each month. For information, call Carol Libby at 713-472-5178.
Friday, Sept. 12
Pasadena Rotary Club meets at First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont, at noon. Cost of lunch is $10. Speaker will be Mr. Loren Steffen, Houston Chronicle, Business Section. For information, call Pam at 281-991-9242.
Opening Night at Bay Area Harbour Playhouse, 3803 Hwy. 3, Dickinson. “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” is a classic Robert Louis Stevenson tale – on stage, in the movies. Friday and Saturday performances at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. Call h281-337-7469 for ticket information. Play runs through Oct. 5.
Saturday, Sept. 13
The Fleet Reserve Association, Branch 159, will hold Board of Directors meeting and Field Day at the Branch Home, 4810 Pine, at 10 a.m. On Sunday, Sept. 14, the Branch and the Ladies Aux. Unit will have a carry-in dinner and business meetings at 1:30 p.m. For information, call Phil Rowe at 713-946-4147.
Steve Tyrell opens at the Grand 1894 Opera House, in the historic Strand section of Galveston, 8 p.m. Call 1-800-821-1894 for ticket information.
Miss Pasadena Rodeo 2008 beauty competition, sponsored by the Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo, in Campbell Hall. The event will select 11 age divisions. For a time and other information, call D’Juana at 713-944-5933 or e-mail Djuana4@aol.com.
Sunday, Sept. 14
St. Pius Sunshiners meet at E. Harris Co. Activity Center, 7340 Spencer at Kyle Chapman, at 1 p.m. Everyone 50 and over is invited to bring a covered dish for lunch and enjoy entertainment after a short business meeting. Contact Bob Mattern for more details, 713-473-5757.
Monday, Sept. 15
S.A.L.T. Triad Council meets at Madison Jobe Senior Center, 1700 E, Thomas, Pasadena, at 10:30 a.m. Seniors and law enforcement agencies work together to reduce criminal activity against seniors. Open to all seniors on the 3rd Monday of each month. Call Bob Scanlon at 713-475-9144 for more information.
Deer Park AARP Chapter 3766 meets at the E. Harris Co. Activity Center, 7340 Spencer at Kyle Chapman, at 2 p.m. Members are asked to bring paper products for The Bridge, Campbell Soup labels for the First Baptist Christian Academy and non-perishable food items for the Food Bank. Join them for fellowship, refreshments and informative programs. Call President John McCauley if you are interested in joining them or visiting, 281-479-3252.
IAAP (Administrative Professionals) – Clear Lake/NASA chapter meets at Gilruth Center at 5:45 p.m. The cost of the dinner is $18. RSVP to reservations@iaap-clnc.org.
Tuesday, Sept. 16
Free LegalLine advice from Houston Bar Assoc. attorneys in VIETNAMESE. Call 713-759-1133 between 5 and 7 p.m. only.
Opening night of “The Color Purple – the Musical” at Theatre Under the Stars (Hobby Center, 800 Bagby) Houston. Based on the Pulitzer prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and the blockbuster movie by Stephen Spielberg. Still running on Broadway since December of 2006. Visit www.colorpurple.com for more information. Call Lauren at 713-558-2607 for ticket information.
Thursday, Sept. 18
Membership Luncheon for Pasadena Chamber of Commerce from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont. Speaker will be Jan Lawler, Economic Alliance, Port Region. For information, call the Chamber at 281-487-7871. After Hours Mixer hosted by Capital Bank at 6101 Fairmont, 77505, from 5-7 p.m. honoring Pasadena Livestock and Rodeo.
Fundraising banquet to benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center in Baytown at 7 p.m. The location is Goose Creek Country Club, 5000 Country Club, Baytown. Speaker will be Khristey Walker, director of the Community Pregnancy Center in Pasadena. Also bringing her testimony will be Ann Garcia, former client. Tickets are $40 each. Please inquire about purchasing a table – visit www.prcebatyown.org or call 281-427-2273 for information.
The HERE Planning Committee 2nd Annual Housing and Employment Resources Expo for people with disabilities at the George R. Brown Convention Center, Exhibit Hall E, 1001 Avenida de las Americas, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Meet with prospective employers and representatives various housing entities. Call 713-837-9097 for more information or visit www.houstonhereexpo.org.
Friday, Sept. 19
Free Spay/Neuter services for pet owners who qualify, at PetCo, 3680 Spencer, Pasadena. Clients should arrive by 6 a.m. – first come, first served. Van arrives about 8 a.m. Call 713-522-2337 for requirements.
Knights of Columbus Catfish Dinner at KC Hall, 3418 Preston, 4-7 p.m. Dine in or take out at $8 per plate. Food is always delicious.
AARP Chapter 199 meets at 10 a.m. at Bay Area Community Center, Seabrook. The program will be presented by Deputy Dennis, with S.A.L.T (Seniors and Law Enforcement). Social will celebrate Grandparents Day – bring photos of your grandchildren – coffee and cookies will be served. Call 281-326-2955 for more information.
Pasadena Rotary Club meets at First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont, at 11:30 a.m. Speaker will be Dayna Steele, author of “Rock to the Top”. Call Pam at 281-991-9242 for more information.
Saturday, Sept. 20
South Houston Class of 1998 reunion at Sylvan Pavilion in La Porte, from 6-10 p.m. A dinner social with music and a cash bar. The cost is $55 per person or $100 a couple. To RSVP, call Pauline Flores at 832-457-7945.
Bay Area Singles Dance at VFW Hall, Bacliff on Fm 646, west of Hwy. 146. Free dance lessons at 6 p.m. Bring party snacks to share. Cost is $6 for members; $8 for non-members. For more information, call 281-484-4762 or 409-948-1156.
Monday, Sept. 22
San Jacinto Republican Women meet at Baywood Country Club at 6:30 p.m. The program will be a convention wrap-up. RSVP for dinner reservations ($10) to Joanne Cade, 832-326-3425.
Friday, Sept. 26
Final day to purchase advance discount tickets for the 2008 34th Texas Renaissance Festival, on FM 1774 between Magnolia and Plantersville, 50 miles NW of Houston in November. Call for complete information on dates, cost, hours, parking, etc. 1-800-458-3435 or visit www.texrenfest.com. You’ll see members of the King’s and Queen’s court, performers, jugglers, knights and their ladies, jesters and jousting. Good food and unique vendors. It’s a medieval playground.
Pasadena Rotary Club meets at First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont, at 11:30 a.m. Speaker will be Dr. Richard Murray, UH Dept. of Political Science. Call Pam at 281-991-9242 for more information.
Saturday, Sept. 27
The Community Pregnancy Center of Pasadena will hold an open house informational meeting for anyone wanting to learn more about the center. Includes light refreshments, information sharing and a tour of the facility at 4230 Vista, Pasadena. RSVP is required – please call 713-944-1730 or e-mail cpckw@comcast.net.
Sunday, Sept. 28
A pro-active approach to guiding children in bringing out their best, called ”Healthy Happy Children” – a free presentation at the Clear Lake Freeman Library, 16616 Diana Lane, 1:30-3 p.m. To pre-register or get more information, call 281-798-4493 or 281-218-8773. Nutrition and promoting emotional health and a positive self concept.
Last Day to see “Unbeatable” at Stages Repertory Theatre, 3201 Allen Pkwy. in Houston. (Lead Educational Partner – M.D. Anderson Cancer Center). Real life cancer survivor celebrates hope, laughter and the courage to live every moment. Call 713-527-0123 for complete information. l
Wednesday, Oct. 1
Free LegalLine in ENGLISH from the Houston Bar Assoc. Attorneys offer free legal advice over the telephone as a public service. Will be repeated on Wednesday, Oct. 15. Call between 5 and 9 p.m. ONLY, 713-759-1133.
Thursday, Oct. 2
Arts Alliance Center at Clear Lake 2nd annual art auction – “Small Works by Great Minds” opens and runs through Saturday, Oct. 11. Free preview from 5:30-8 p.m. at 2000 NASA Pkwy.in Nassau Bay. Patrons may bid on items at the reception and until Oct. 11. Participating artists’ work must be SMALL – nothing over 8 ½” by 11” – antiques, framed jewelry, memorabilia, paintings, collages, etc. Music Fuzzy Side Up; catering by Carrabba’s. For information, call Katherine Adams at 281-543-4609.
Free LegalLine in SPANISH from the Houston Bar Assoc. Attorneys offer free legal advice over the telephone as a public service. Call between 5 and 9 p.m. ONLY, 713-759-1133.
Friday, Oct. 3
Pasadena Rotary Club meets at First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont, at 11:30 a.m. Speaker will be Ron Cutlip, FBI - Counter Terrorism.. Call Pam at 281-991-9242 for more information.
Saturday, Oct. 4
“Evening with the Stars” benefiting Down Syndrome Association of Houston’s “The Clinic.” The Clinic has been aiding families since it was established in 2006 in the Texas Children’s Hospital. The event will be held at the Hilton of the Americas – downtown. In partnership with Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS), ten children will perform a Broadway Musical Review. All funds raised will be dedicated solely to The Clinic. For more information, contact http://www.dsah.net/.
Sunday, Oct. 5
Last Day to see “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” at Bay Area Harbour Playhouse, 3803 Hwy. #3, Dickinson. Performances Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m. through Oct. 5. Call 281-337-7469.
Friday, Oct. 10
Pasadena Rotary Club meets at First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont, Pasadena, at noon. Lunch is $10. Speaker will be Judge Pat Lykos. For more information, call Pam at 281-991-9242.
Saturday, Oct. 11
Oktoberfest at Texas Renaissance Festival, on FM 1774, between Magnolia and Plantersville, 50 mi. N.W. of Houston. Traditional German activities amid settings from the Middle Ages. Contact Jeff Baldwin for details, 1-800-458-3435 or marketing@texrenfest.com
Wednesday, Oct. 15
Opening of “Wallflower” at Stages Repertory Theatre, 3201 Allen Pkwy., Houston. Fierce comedy about geeky teenage Milena, who posts an angry video on the Internet and starts a real revolution. Runs through Nov. 2. Call 713-527-0123 or www.stagestheatre.com.
Friday, Oct. 17
Pasadena Rotary Club meets at First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont, Pasadena, at noon. Lunch is $10. Speaker will be John Moon/Bill Bailey. For more information, call Pam at 281-991-9242.
Saturday, Oct. 18
Astronomy Day 2008 at George Observatory in Brazos Bend State Park, 3-10:30 p.m. Something for everyone – face painting, comet making, NASA exhibits, T-shirts, indoor and outdoor presentations, a deck of telescopes. Food and beverage vendors. Featured speaker will be David Levy, comet hunter. A telescope will be given away. For more information, visit astronomyday.org.
Tuesday, Oct. 21
Free LegalLine in VIETNAMESE from the Houston Bar Assoc. Attorneys offer free legal advice over the telephone as a public service. Call between 5 and 9 p.m. ONLY, 713-759-1133.
Friday, Oct. 24
Pasadena Rotary Club meets at First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont, Pasadena, at noon. Lunch is $10. Speaker will be Kirk Lewis, PISD Superintendent.. For more information, call Pam at 281-991-9242.