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If you're looking for a festive way to kick off your Independence Day weekend, make plans to gather the family and head to The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion on Friday, July 3, 2026, for the annual Star-Spangled Salute. It's one of The Woodlands' most beloved summer traditions and my personal favorite 4th of July tradition!

These days, thousands of our family photos live on our phones, but I think there’s still something special about holding an actual picture in your hands. Maybe it's because I grew up in the era of dropping off rolls of film at Walgreens and then waiting to see how the pictures turned out. There was something exciting about picking up that little envelope of prints and flipping through the photos for the first time!

I got my hands on a delightful newly-released children's board book this week, and it brought such a smile to my face that I wanted to share it with you!

The Unbreakable Piñata by acclaimed children's author Mike Alfaro is a colorful, interactive read that is sure to be a hit with toddlers and preschoolers. From the very first page, young readers are invited to help break open a piñata that's proving to be surprisingly stubborn. They'll shake the book, spin it, clap their hands, blow on the pages, and try all sorts of silly tricks in an effort to crack it open.

Do you often find yourself thinking about "what if" situations? What if my child starts choking? What if someone collapses unexpectedly? What if your tween is home alone and an emergency happens?

Get ready for an evening of adventure, romance, and unforgettable music as The Princess Bride in Concert comes to The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion!