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Here’s our take on the greatest things to do, see, and enjoy in the Houston area this month.

Here’s our take on the greatest things to do, see, and enjoy in the Houston area this weekend.

‘Tis the season for tamales

Here’s our take on the greatest things to do, see, and enjoy in the Houston area this weekend.

We have you covered, whether you’re still reveling at sunup or deep asleep by countdown.

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Hey! Welcome to Things To Do, your weekly one-stop newsletter for all things related to weekend fun in Houston and beyond.

Hey! Welcome to Things To Do, your weekly one-stop newsletter for all things related to weekend fun in Houston and beyond.

Hey! Welcome to Things To Do, your weekly one-stop newsletter for all things related to weekend fun in Houston and beyond.

Oh weekend, how we yearn for thee!

Take the woman of the hour to a restaurant to celebrate

Oh weekend, how we yearn for thee!

Our guide to the best of live music happening this weekend and in the week ahead.

The award-winning digital media company that mastered the listicle format of reporting that many have tried to duplicate announced Thursday it’s closing the doors on one of its well-known divisions. As a tribute to the award-winning organization, below are 5 things to know about BuzzFeed, Inc. and the News division that’s no more.

From historical reenactments and beach cleanups to crawfish and cartoon cats, these are a few of our favorite things to do in the Houston area this weekend.

The Houston area offers several ways to celebrate the natural world. You can eat oysters, walk for the wild, purchase plants, buy a book, or participate in a beach cleanup.

From art cars and tall ships to cartoon cats and Elle Woods, these are a few of our favorite things to do in the Houston area this weekend.

Whenever I hear the name Peeps, my initial reaction is always the same: why?

Whenever I hear the name Peeps, my initial reaction is always the same: why?

Three family-oriented cruises sailing from Galveston.

In Houston many preparations have been made to honor St. Patrick. There will be parades, block parties and more to celebrate the patron saint of Ireland.

Some of the sweetest, strangest and wildest shows you can see during the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo -- and when and where to watch them.

The annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will be rung in with a weekend of pre-rodeo events.

The upcoming Houston Livestock show and Rodeo might not be your first rodeo, per se, but there will still be plenty of all-new experiences, foods, and rides to try come Feb. 28.

If you feel toys, books, puzzles, and games are taking over your kid’s playroom and there’s no way to contain the mess, it’s time to get organized.

Parades and celebrations will be held over the weekend and on Monday to honor the 93rd birthday of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., who was just 39 when he was assassinated in 1968 while helping sanitation workers strike for better pay and workplace safety in Memphis, Tennessee.

Asian Americans in the Houston area will usher in the Year of the Rabbit later this month, celebrating the Lunar New Year with colorful decorations, performances, and prayers for good fortune in the year to come.

The first night of Hanukkah is on Sunday and ends on Dec. 26.

Here are your best bets for celebrating New Year’s Eve in Houston.

Next year's live music calendar is already filling up

Goodbye gobblers. Ta-ta for now turkey season! November came and went and the final month of the calendar year is here and now and fa-la-la-flashing before our very eyes (2023 is coming for us all) so celebrate the season while you can.

It’s almost the weekend before Thanksgiving, and for some of us, that means the final days of denial before we’re forced to confront the financial, social, and emotional stresses of the holiday season. (Anyone else staring down a calendar chock-full of travel days, shopping outings and obligatory family gatherings?)

A few miles southwest of downtown Houston’s towering high-rises, University Place is a wonderland of art and architecture.

Here’s a guide to pumpkin picking, haunted houses, fall frolics and Halloween happenings to enjoy in the Houston area this week.

Want to scare up some fun? Try these adults-only events

Montrose is expensive, it’s true. But on any given day, you can explore one of the city’s most charming and storied neighborhoods without breaking the bank.

A not-so-scary haunted house, an Oktoberfest extravaganza and a food and wine festival featuring some of the city’s top chefs made our shortlist of the Houston-area’s cultural offerings this weekend.

Discovery Green released the fall season schedule for its annual Screen on the Green series. This season’s lineup included the family-friendly movies “Wizard of Oz,” “Selena,” “Monster House,” and “The Mitchells vs. The Machines.”

Want to purchase quality items from the person who made them? Here are several craft fairs, art markets and festivals where you can shop for unique goods while supporting local artists and businesses.

Of the city’s many fine coffee shops, these are the ones inviting enough to linger in.

Make the season special with these fall activities, experiences unique to Southeast Texas

Love art? Live in Houston? Congratulations! Consider yourself blessed by the art world gods, and geography.

Here’s a list of classic movies and cult favorites playing at Houston theaters this month.

There are many fine bookshops scattered throughout Texas and several are in the Houston area.

There are some pretty amazing places to see in Texas. Our ongoing series “Texas Trips,” helps you discover what to do, and where to eat and stay when visiting these places.

Prepare to take flight with this list of Houston’s best space and aviation museums, flight tours, attractions, and more.

A strenuous hike up Guadalupe Peak; A bowl of ice cream in Brenham; An unforgettable performance in Palo Duro; A bottle of Dr Pepper in Dublin; A hidden desk in Alpine; and 96 more delightful and awe-inspiring Texas experiences to satisfy your wanderlust.

If Mother Nature made a to-do list for Texas, we’d venture to guess that these hikes would be on it. They capture much of what the Lone Star State’s wild backyard has to offer. Breathtaking mountain vistas? Check. Splendid canyons? Check. Deep forests and swampy lowlands? Check and check.

Whenever the ice cream cravings kick in, consider venturing to one of Houston’s many delicious scoop shops.

Ready to get out of the house and have a proper Houston-area adventure? OK, so where to?

There are several animal experiences in the Houston area you can embark on to get your kids up close with extraordinary and adorable critters.

Trying to find something great to do or a gift for someone in your life who’s impossible to shop for?

Where we spend our money matters and when we buy local, our money does more good for our community than it does when we shop at big-box stores, so when you go shopping for surprises, whether they be for a birthday, holiday or major life milestone, consider supporting local entrepreneurs.

"111 Places in Houston That You Must Not Miss" (Emons:)“111 Places That You Must Not Miss” is the name of the popular series launched by Emons Verlag in 2008. The colorful attire and accessories at Roop Sari PalaceRoop Sari Palace (111 places in Houston that you must not miss)2. The gods and goddesses at Teo Chew TempleTeo Chew Temple (111 places in Houston that you must not miss)3. Listening to the Mariachi Mass at St. Joseph Catholic ChurchMariachi Mass (111 places in Houston that you must not miss)For the complete list, get 111 Places in Houston That You Must Not Miss, available now at book retailers. Dana DuTerroil and Joni Fincham (111 places in Houston that you must not miss)To connect with DuTerroil and Fincham, click here.

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HOUSTON – If you are wondering what to do to keep the family busy and entertained during spring break, we’ve got you covered. There’s also a VR experience in which you can do 3D and do a day in the life of Van Gogh the artist. Keep in mind you’re going to have to be masked to go there,” said Sorena. You’ll start at George R. Brown and they’ll help guide you along Downtown as you solve the mystery of this art heist. To connect with Mommy Nearest, visit their website or download the free Mommy Nearest app for iPhone and Android.

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HOUSTON – Who can resist a delicious cream-filled doughnut? Whether you enjoy chocolate cream, vanilla creme or even Bavarian creme, the possibilities with these doughnuts are endless. To find the best places, we asked our KPRC 2 social media followers for their recommendations on where to score the best of these sweet treats in the Houston area. Here’s where they said the best are made in our area:Classic Donuts (8409 Beechnut, Houston)Best Donuts (1730 Williams Trace Blvd, Sugar Land)Shipley Do-Nuts (multiple locations)Donut Licious (1535 Spring Cypress, Spring)Donut Hole (multiple locations)Dillon Donuts (10527 FM 1764, Santa Fe)Know any others that we should add to the list? Let us know in the comments below!

We had the fried ribs and the catfish, the food was amazing, and the service was even better! - Steven C.This place has great food! Where: 8027 Harborside Drive Rating: 5 stars Number of reviews: 49 What people are saying: Yes yes and more yes. Where: 1528 Avenue L Rating: 4.5 stars Number of reviews: 573 What people are saying: Our breakfast stop when visiting Galveston. Best place for sandwiches in Galveston Island. Its a great place to eat or just to pick up.

Everyone loves tacos, but adding shrimp takes the deliciousness factor up a few notches. Here is where our Facebook KPRC 2 audience said you could find the best shrimp tacos in Houston:Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - All locationsGrab N Go Tacos - All locationsLiberty Taco - Both locations (4703 Richmond Ave and 333 Old Spanish Trail)Bodega’s Taco Shop - 1200 BinzFuzzy’s Tacos - All locationsUSA Wings - 54 E Crosstimbers St.Chavez Mexican Cafe - Both locations (2557 Gessner E and 5930 Hwy. 6 North)La Brisa Mexican Grill - 501 N Wesley Dr.El Tacozano - 4003 Fulton StTorchy’s Tacos - All locations

In the mood for a good hot dog? We’ve got a list on where you can find Houstonians favorites. Our KPRC 2 Facebook audience gave us these recommendations when we asked where to go:Good Dog Houston - All locationsCream Burger - 3481 Elgin StYoyo’s Hot Dog - 5555 Morningside DrJames Coney Island - All locationsSonny’s Place - 1206 19th St.Costco - All locationsThat’s My Dog - 22635 Morton Ranch Rd. AdCrave Hot Dogs and BBQ - All locationsSonic - All locationsBuldogies - 14543 Hwy 105 WestThe Burger Joint - Both locations (2703 Montrose Blvd. and 2002 N Shepherd Dr.)AdStomp’s Burger Joint - All locationsGood Dog - Both locations (903 Studewood St. and 1312 W. Alabama St.)Happy Endings - 3701 Travis St.Waddup Dog Houston - Check their social media for locationBubba’s Texas Burger Shack - 5230 Westpark Dr.

Good refried beans are hard to come by, but when you find what you love you are likely to come back over and over. We asked our KPRC 2 social media audience where the the best places were to get refried beans and here’s what you said:Casa OléMultiple locationsMonterey House1090 S 11th St in BeaumontHEBMultiple locationsMerida Mexican Restaurant2509 Navigation BlvdIguana Joe’sMultiple locationsLupe TortillaMultiple locationsTaqueria Allende903 Broadway StMayra Arreozola said “they have the best! !”Sylvia’s Enchilada KitchenBoth locations (6401 Woodway Dr and 1140 Eldridge Pkwy)Gloria’s Latin CuisineBoth locations (2616 Louisiana St and 700 Baybrook Mall)Las Mañanitas Mexican RestaurantMultiple locationsLa Maria Mexican RestaurantBoth locations (16860 Stuebner Airline Rd and 17445 Spring Cypress Rd)i_am_pho_real from instagram said “I’ve had Mexican food all over Houston; all the popular places. Their refried beans are the absolute best.”Mamacita’s Mexican Restaurant and CantinaMultiple locationsPappasito’s CantinaMultiple locationsCasa Vaqueros2140 FM 1092 Rd,Missouri City, TX, 77459Fajitas A Go Go5404 Kirby DriveFonda Santa Rosa9908 Beechnut StTaqueria Guadalajara703 S 75th St

Bars may be closed, but you can still put places on your to-do list for when they open back up. If you are looking for some good dive bars to go to after the pandemic, your fellow Houstonians have just the places for you. We asked KPRC 2s Facebook followers for suggestions and heres what they came up with:1. West Alabama Ice House1919 West Alabama St10. Warrens Inn307 Travis St

HOUSTON – Chocolate eclairs, a delectable sweet originated in France is popular among Houstonians. The oblong-shaped pastry was first invented in the 1860s and made their way to the U.S. and Canada soon after. In honor of National Chocolate Eclair Day, we asked our KPRC 2 Facebook and Instagram followers which places serve the best chocolate eclairs in Houston. Here’s what they recommended:Ooh La La Dessert Boutique (Multiple locations)Shipley’s Do-Nuts (Multiple locations)Three Brothers Bakery (Multiple locations)Kenny and Ziggy’s Delicatessen (2327 Post Oak, Houston)Moeller’s (4201 Bellaire, Houston)House of Pies (Multiple locations)La Madeleine French Cafe & Bakery (Multiple locations)Croissant-Brioche (2435 Rice, Houston)French Gourmet Bakery (2250 Westheimer, Houston)Phoenicia Greek Market (Multiple locations)H-E-B Central Market (3815 Westheimer, Houston)Did we miss any recommendations? Let us know in the comments below and we will add them to the list!

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HOUSTON From McDonalds to Five Guys and small Houston-area restaurants such as Dak and Bop and Oh My Gogi, KPRC 2 readers have shared which restaurant in the Houston-area serves the best french fries. Based on the comments, heres what they recommend: Weston Drounette, a Facebook follower visited The Catch in Conroe recently, and he said their french fries are the best. Best fries I have ever had on top of the amazing food. Instagram user @sweet_levijones says Phoenicias Zataan fries are best in-store. They taste the best when made fresh! @huddyham713, one of our Twitter followers recommended Dak and Bop on 18th Street in the Heights area. The Kimchi fries and the truffle oil fries with the Parmesan cheese are the best! Its gotta be Oh My Gogi, said Twitter user @joyousmonkey1997, who recommended the Korean food truck Oh My Gogi located in Rice Village, theyre called OMG!

Taco Tuesday calls for one of the greatest complements for Mexican food dinners and parties: guacamole.

When you’re ready to tackle an adventure beyond your own backyard, grab your headlamp, and get ready to head underground and explore these six showstopping Texas caves centuries in the making. 325 Kreutzberg Road, Boerne; cavewithoutaname.comAdInner Space CavernInner Space Cavern, located in Georgetown, is considered one of the best-preserved caves in Texas. 4200 S. I-35, Georgetown; innerspacecavern.comLonghorn Cavern State ParkAn hour and a half northwest of Austin in Burnet, Longhorn Cavern State Park’s namesake attraction is Longhorn Cavern, open daily for tours since 1938. 1711 Pvt Rd 4468, Sonora; cavernsofsonora.comKickapoo Cavern State ParkKickapoo Cavern State Park has 20 known caves. Park staff lead cave tours of Kickapoo Cavern each Saturday.

Published: May 19, 2020, 1:12 pm Updated: May 28, 2020, 8:26 amTexans sure do know a lot about their barbecue. We asked our audience which restaurants fire up the best brisket in the Houston area and received hundreds of recommendations. Places like FireCraft BQQ, Corkscrew, Pinkerton’s and Tejas Chocolate+Barbecue were notably popular among Houstonians. After digging through all the comments, we created a map featuring the most recommended barbecue joints. Popular catering recommendations that couldn’t be marked on the map include FireCraft BBQ, A-Que Lister’s Smokehouse BBQ & Catering, Daddy Duncan’s BBQ, and Lucky7cookers.

Address: 3600 Allen Pkwy, Houston, TX 77019Phone: 713-752-03142. Terry Hershey Park TrailsVisitors review: I love the Terry Hershey Park bike trails. Memorial Park TrailsVisitors review: Memorial park is part of my bike route for the last 25 years. From paved trails for the smooth riders to trails for mountain biking in the southwest section of the park. Address: 2300 Walker, Houston, TX 77003Phone: 832-395-7000

Here are the Top 12 romantic eating spots in Houston, according to Good Taste.

HOUSTON – We asked our audience for the best spots in Houston to order the flaky pastry and this is where KPRC viewers recommended:Angela’s Oven204 Aurora St, HoustonCheddar’s Scratch KitchenMultiple locationsCracker BarrelMultiple locationsDecadent Coffee and Dessert Bar350 Promenade Way #500, Sugar LandFrench Riviera Bakery and Cafe3100 Chimney Rock Rd, HoustonJulie’s French Pastries14522 Memorial Dr, HoustonLa MadeleineMultiple locations

It can be difficult for some Houstonians to handle winter temperatures, no matter how fleeting. In H-Town, many view anything below 70 as heavy jacket weather. Then there are the rare few that relish the cool air, enjoying the brief period when they can slurp soup or sip piping hot coffee without sweating bullets. Whether you’re in group A or B, here’s a list of 10 winter comfort food spots locals love to indulge in when the temps drop.

Hindu Mandir Houston (Jill B. Jarvis)Drive through an industrial area off the highway, and then through apartment complexes, and then out of no where are bright white pinnacles, topped with flags. Rice University Lovett Hall Columns (Jill B. Jarvis)Pack up your explorers and start uncovering secrets at Rice University! Sisters of Charity Park (Jill B. Jarvis)This park does not have a playground… but it’s the most surprising thing you’ll find in Downtown Houston. Helen's Park (Jill B. Jarvis)This might just be one of Houston’s best kept secrets. Sam Houston Park (Jill B. Jarvis)Sam Houston Park is Houston’s oldest park.

Did you know that your Houston museum and zoo membership can get you into museums, all over Texas (and the world), for free or discounted rates?!

Whether it’s a dog, cat, bird, rabbit or even a fish, pets have become an important part of the family. So much so that 90% of pet owners say their non-human family members are full-fledged members of the family, according to the American Pet Products Association. The APPA also found that between 81% and 85% of pet owners regard their pets as a reliable daily go-to resource for affection, unconditional love, stress relief and relaxation, and improved overall health. In 2019, one of the most popular trends in pet names has been naming our furry family members after celebrities or food. If you are considering welcoming a new pet into your family, here are the top names in 2019 to consider according to Rover.com:Dogs: Female1.

If the thought of vegan food conjures images of a giant plate of alfalfa sprouts, it’s time to revisit the concept. While Austin has long been considered the capital of Texas’ vegan scene, other cities now offer stiff competition in the way of veggie-forward, animal-free fare. Cruz uses vital wheat gluten —“a culinary marvel,” he says—to make the seitan that he smokes to create vegan brisket and carne asada. If you have a sweet tooth, try the gooey cinnamon rolls dripping with vegan cream cheese frosting and the dense, cakelike brownies made with applesauce instead of eggs. The Broken Sprocket Bar and Food Truck Park6305 Paredes Line Road956-545-38001204 Chestnut St.512-629-6936This article was first published in Texas Highways.

Nearby: Matagorda Bay Nature Park, Brazos Bend State Park, Wharton Riverfront Park, Colorado River. Nearby: Marfa art galleries, Marfa Lights Viewing Area, Davis Mountains State Park, McDonald Observatory, Big Bend National Park. Nearby: Goliad Paddling Trail, Goliad State Park & Historic Site, Fannin Memorial Monument, Fannin Battlefield State Historic Site. Nearby: Lehnis Railroad Museum, Lake Brownwood State Park, Rising Star Vineyards, Brennan Vineyards. Nearby: Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site, Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park, Old Tunnel Wildlife Management Area, Pedernales Falls State Park.

HOUSTON – Houston Properties, an online source for local home sales, has released its list of the best Houston-area suburbs based on factors including commute times, employment, public schools and other amenities. Nearby amenities include popular shopping and entertainment establishments, Typhoon Texas Water Park and many of Houston’s best golf courses and communities. Richmond (A)Richmond is one of the most affordable suburbs among the list, according to Houston Properties. Missouri City (A-)Master-planned communities like Sienna Plantation and Lake Olympia have brought more residents to Missouri City, according to Houston Properties. For more details about the best Houston-area suburbs including seven more, visit Houston Properties online.

HOUSTON – As the Houston weather approaches something resembling bearable temperatures, head to these over-the-top H-Town-area playgrounds with your kiddos. Parents, while your kiddos play themselves silly, take a beat at one of many tables surrounding the playground. Gear up to enjoy a 33-foot slide, climbing logs, a boulder rock scramble, a tri-level tree house. 105 Sabine St, Houston, TX 77007The Heights Playground at Donovan ParkThis Heights-area playground features a railroad theme. 700 Heights Blvd, Houston, TX 77007

Chug along on a train that takes you through a massive shark tank, climb aboard a wooden playground packed with replica trains or chow down on some of the Bayou City's best seafood in an...

Tell your diet you need your space to experience more “self-growth.” It’s time to celebrate National Fried Chicken Day. Pick one and celebrate National Fried Chicken Day in its grease-covered glory. [Scroll down to take our fried chicken poll]FAST-FOODThis stuff isn’t A-list in terms of appearance, but it will satisfy your fried chicken needs and will do it quickly. POLLO CAMPEROKnown for its "flavor-to-the-bone" fried chicken recipe, Pollo Campero is fried chicken with a twist. While you’re waiting for your chicken, it offers a wide selection of wines and other drinks to make fried chicken fancy.

Yelp just released a list of the top 100 places to eat in Texas. If you're looking to travel in through Texas on a good old fashioned road trip anytime soon, here is the full list:1. Tommy Tamale Market & Cafe – Grapevine5. Nelson's BBQ – San Antonio16. Leon Valley Cafe – San Antonio35.