La Madeleine French Bakery: A Webster Cafe

Though La Madeleine French Bakery is a chain restaurant, each location is charming and serves authentic French fare at affordable prices. The Webster location features a rustic decor that imitates the look of French country shops, complete with a bakery display counter stocked full of colorful, elaborately decorated desserts and pastries.

The lunch menu includes homemade soups and gourmet salads, as well as traditional French croque monsieur sandwiches. Dinner entrees consist of beef bourguignon, savory crepes, and Mediterranean pastas, as well as French fare specialties, like quiche Lorraine. Guests frequently sip brewed espresso drinks with their meals, and the decadent tarts and cakes are a welcome addition at the end of each dinner. If you want a traditional French cafe experience without leaving Texas, La Madeleine is a wonderful choice.

La Madeleine is open 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. The restaurant also offers take-out in addition to its sit-down dining.

La Madeleine French Bakery
929 W. Bay Area Boulevard
Webster, TX 77598
(281) 316-6135
www.lamadeleine.com
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Blast Off at Space Center Houston

People of all ages are interested in the wonders of outer space, and now you can get a close-up look at what it’s really like to live and work in space at Space Center Houston. This is the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center, which means that visitors will get an inside take on what NASA astronauts and scientists are really working on in real time.

The 183,000-square-foot museum and “educational entertainment complex” boasts a staggering 17 million visitors in the time since its opening, and it aims to make learning about science fun for visitors from all around the world and at any age. It contains more than 400 real space artifacts, like moon rocks and lunar samples, as well as other traveling exhibits related to space flight. Visitors can even tour the real NASA Mission Control and take in an educational film at one of the many state-of-the-art theaters.

Space Center Houston
1601 NASA Parkway
Houston, TX 77058
(281) 244-2100
www.spacecenter.org

Stop to Smell the Flowers at Helen’s Garden

There are few things more relaxing or inspiring than spending an afternoon wandering through beautiful flower gardens, and that’s just what you’ll find at Helen’s Garden in League City. This beautiful public garden is located in between a major highway and a popular neighborhood in the area, but it feels like a quiet respite where you can get away from it all.

In the center of Helen’s Garden, a rushing waterfall flows into a crystal clear pool and ties the whole space together, creating a relaxing place to sit and think. Arched trellises are covered with deep green vines, while paved walkways and open patio areas contain wooden benches where you can stop for a rest. Colorful flowers bloom from just about every part of the park, but there are also exotic plants and tall trees throughout the space. Whether you’re planning a small wedding, taking engagement photos or just looking for a private spot to relax, visit Helen’s Garden.

Helen’s Garden
701 East Main Street
League City, TX 77573
(281) 554-1180
www.leaguecity.com/facilities/facility/details/Helens-Garden-17
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Putt Putt Fun House: A Great Golfing Experience with No Skill Required

You don’t have to be an experienced golfer to enjoy a bit of friendly competition at Putt Putt Fun House, a miniature golfing facility right in Webster. Kids, couples and even groups of friends will love testing their putting skills at the course’s numerous holes, which are decorated with realistic rock formations, tall animal sculptures, green shrubbery and tricky traps that make certain holes more challenging than others.

In addition to its miniature golf course, Putt Putt Fun House also has a laser tag facility, an arcade filled with modern and retro games and a full bowling alley. There are bumper boats and bumper cars for the older kids and adults, as well as a snack bar with all of your favorite soft drinks, casual American foods and ice cream for dessert. Whether you stop by for an afternoon of fun or host a child’s birthday party in one of the private areas, Putt Putt Fun House is always fun for all ages.

Putt Putt Fun House
806 E. Nasa Parkway
Webster, TX 77598
(281) 333-0579
www.puttputtfunhouse.com
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Holiday Market

Hope to see everyone at the Holiday Market this Saturday November 21, 2015 from 12:00 – 5:00, there will be food and shopping. You are sure to find something for everyone on your list and a little something for yourself. We will have everything from Scentsy to Jewelry and much more.

Look forward to seeing each of you there and be sure to bring a friend or friends.

Send Some Love From The Power of Flowers in League City

If you’re looking for a reliable flower shop, The Power of Flowers has you covered for all of your floral needs. Whether you’re looking for a congratulatory arrangement or something appropriate for a new baby, this local floral shop offers flower arrangements for just about any occasion.

The family-run staff will work with you to create an arrangement that suits your needs and your budget. If you’re in a rush or looking for a last-minute arrangement, The Power of Flowers also offers pre-made arrangements any day of the week. There are gift baskets and knick knacks that you can pair with your flowers or give on their own, as well as thoughtful cards for any occasion. Delivery is also available with any purchase, even on major holidays.

The Power of Flowers is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays.

The Power of Flowers
1401 West League City Parkway
League City TX 77573
(281) 557-9860
www.powerofflowerstx.com

Get Active in the Fresh Air at Lynn Gripon Park at Countryside

Baseball or softball. Soccer or football. Basketball or volleyball. Options abound at Lynn Gripon Park at Countryside, a community space dedicated to getting League City residents outdoors and active, regardless of their chosen style of exercise. A slew of sporting fields and courts, each devoted to a different pastime, works toward this charge.

You don't have to have particularly good hand-eye coordination to work out at Lynn Gripon Park, though. You can also just go for a bike ride, run, or a hike on the winding trails that weave throughout the park. Or you can take a spin around the fitness course, lined with exercise equipment along the way. There's also a spot to launch your kayak or canoe if you prefer to spend your free time floating atop the water. With a playground for kids and picnic tables for everyone (plus restrooms), you should have no problem spending an entire day in the great outdoors at Lynn Gripon Park.

Lynn Gripon Park at Countryside
100 Alderwood
​League City, TX 77573
www.leaguecity.com/index.aspx?nid=1265
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Baybrook Mall: Spend (and Save) In Style

Whether you consider yourself an avid shopper or someone who only visits to mall for the essentials, Baybrook Mall promises an enjoyable shopping experience for everyone. Baybrook Mall is home to popular national chains like Finish Line, Forever 21, and Bath and Body Works, as well as staple department stores like Dillard’s and Macy’s. If you get hungry while shopping, pop into one of the fast food stands in the spacious food court, or even grab a table for lunch or dinner at The Cheesecake Factory or P.F. Chang’s.

This large, modern shopping mall contains a convenient parking garage and ample parking in its attached lots, making it convenient to get in and out even on busy weekends. Inside, the corridors are wide and light-filled, and there are comfortable seating areas scattered throughout for those who want to take a rest while shopping.

Baybrook Mall
500 Baybrook Mall
Friendswood, TX 77546
(281) 488-4627
www.baybrookmall.com

Star Cinema Grill: Not Dinner and a Movie, Dinner With a Movie

With a menu of sliders, hot wings, and ever-changing daily specials, Star Cinema Grill promises a deliciously different moviegoing experience. This popular Webster movie theater offers a full-service wait staff that delivers dinner and drinks to moviegoers before and during the show, creating a unique and enjoyable movie theater experience that just about anyone will love.

The comfortable seats are situated much farther apart than the seats at a traditional movie theater, leaving ample room for you to enjoy your food and for the servers to reach every customer. There are even small tables situated in front of your seat so that you can dine comfortably while watching your movie.

For a full list of show times, visit the Star Cinema Grill website.

Star Cinema Grill
1020 Nasa Road 1
Webster, TX 77598
(281) 557-9300
www.starcinemagrill.net

Space Center Houston: Blast Off Into Hours of Educational Fun

For outer space enthusiasts young and old, there might not be a greater experience than visiting Space Center Houston. Since 1992, Space Center Houston has been one of the top attractions in the city, drawing more than 16 million visitors to its unique, educational complex.

This fun-filled attraction makes learning about space fun and realistic through its 250 space artifacts, state-of-the-art theaters, and interactive exhibits that offer a way to experience the thrill of outer space. There are a number of permanent and traveling exhibits scattered throughout the 183,000-square-foot facility, including a full-scale replica of a real space shuttle and the "Living in Space" exhibit, which offers a glimpse of life on the International Space Station.

Special events like "Meet an Astronaut Fridays" and "Lunch With an Astronaut" enable visitors to chat about space travel with real life astronauts, while the NASA Tram Tour takes you on a tour around the grounds of the impressive Johnson Space Center.

Space Center Houston
1601 Nasa Parkway
Houston, TX 77058
(281) 244-2100
www.spacecenter.org
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