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Sip and Explore at Thursday’s Happy Hour at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston

February 11, 2016 by

Even if you usually think of a trip to the museum as a pretty boring outing, you'll be able to appreciate the art in a glass served up at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston's happy hour every Thursday. From 6 to 8 p.m., the cash bar is open, doling out drinks inspired by the exhibits at the museum.

Make the three-mile drive from Siena at Memorial Heights to the Museum of Fine Arts Houston this Thursday to imbibe while you explore. Admission to the museum is always free on Thursdays, so you won't have to pay to get in, just per drink. While you sip and enjoy the fine art on the walls, a local DJ will spin beats and a Houston food truck will supply grub just beyond the door.

Happy Hour at Museum of Fine Arts Houston
Beck Building
6 to 8 p.m. every Thursday
5601 Main Street
Houston, TX 77005
(713) 639-7300
www.mfah.org/calendar/happy-hour-thursdays/12754
www.yelp.com/biz/museum-of-fine-arts-houston-houston

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Find Quirky Playthings at Big Blue Whale Toys and Curiosities

December 15, 2015 by

Big Blue Whale looks very little like the big-name toy stores scattered across the country. This small, independent store in Houston stocks playthings that you won't find anywhere else, including old-school classics and educational toys. You see, the folks behind Big Blue Whale know that toys are more than just sources of entertainment, they're also the building blocks for better cognitive development in children.

So make the short trip from Siena at Memorial Heights to Big Blue Whale (it's less than three miles) and pick out something fun for your little one. You'll find everything from board games to animal masks at the toy store, all stocked in seemingly never-ending aisles. Just follow the black-and-white checkered floor to the section that suits your kids' play-tastes.

Big Blue Whale Toys and Curiosities
237 W. 19th Street
Houston, TX 77008
(832) 623-6990
www.bigbluewhaletoys.com
www.yelp.com/biz/big-blue-whale-houston

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Take In Dazzling Holiday Lights At Lights In The Heights

December 4, 2015 by

Holiday cheer can be felt in Woodland Heights for the annual Lights in the Heights Yuletide event. Returning on Saturday, Dec. 12, the event is smaller this year, but the homes will still illuminate for the season for this evening.

From 6 to 9 p.m., folks are welcome to walk throughout the neighborhood and "ooh" and "aah" over the twinkling lights, Christmas carols and holiday fun. Note that there won’t be any street closures this year and most events will be contained to private parties at the homes in the neighborhood — those looking to soak up holiday cheer are still welcome to wander through the neighborhood, though.

Dec. 12 marks night one of the neighborhood-wide illumination, so those interested in checking out the holiday lights further are welcome to stroll through throughout December. There is no cost to explore the neighborhood, just be sure to bring your camera or smartphone to photograph the impressive displays! Make the short drive from Siena at Memorial Heights to check it out.

Lights in the Heights in Woodland Heights
Saturday, Dec.12, 6-9 p.m.
www.woodland-heights.org/calendar/lights-in-the-heights

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Explore Handcrafted Items at the First Saturday Arts Market

November 25, 2015 by

If you've been struggling to find a unique gift for a friend or significant other, wait until Dec. 5. That's the day when the First Saturday Arts Market will bring giftable handcrafted items to Houston—just as it does every month. Only 10 minutes away from Siena at Memorial Heights, the outdoor market runs year-long from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the first Saturday of every month.

It's a good place to go treasure hunting because a slew of different artisans show off their masterpieces here. You'll find everything from bold, abstract paintings to subdued, black and white photographs. That's not to mention the jewelry, sculptures, and other handmade works on display at the First Saturday Arts Market. Head there this December to check off any last-minute holiday gifts on your list.

First Saturday Arts Market
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 5
540 W. 19th Street
Houston, TX 77008
firstsaturdayartsmarket.com

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Do Some Holiday Shopping at the Fall Edition of Vintage Flea!

November 19, 2015 by

On Nov. 21 and 22, Vintage Flea fills Silver Street Studios with goods from vintage vendors and antiques vendors, making for a vintage lover's dream!

The flea market features more than 50 local, or Texas-based, vendors selling things like furniture, jewelry, antique kitchen items, clothing, paintings and much, much more. In addition to folks vending vintage and antique goods, food, beer and wine will be available for purchase, and several food trucks are expected to be there, too.

Since the flea market is so popular, tickets are required for entry. Tickets are $7 online and $10 at the door for those over the age of 12 and free for children under 12. Scoop up your tickets today to get in on the flea market action — it's happening only 1.5 miles from Siena at Memorial Heights!

Vintage Flea at Silver Street Studios
Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 21-22
1501 Silver Street
Houston, TX 77007
www.facebook.com/events

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Enjoy Fresh Air and Family Fun at the 9th Annual KBR Kids Day on Buffalo Bayou

October 16, 2015 by

Houston parents who are in the know have been eagerly awaiting the debut of the Barbara Fish Daniel Nature Play Area and Picnic Pavilion, and it's finally here. This natural playground is now open for business, and your little ones will probably love exploring its three-story tree house and boat deck, complete with climbing net, and zooming down the 33-foot slide. The perfect time to do just that? The 9th Annual KBR Kids Day on Buffalo Bayou, an event during which the new play area is just one attraction.

The fair at Buffalo Bayou Park, less than a mile from Siena at Memorial Heights, will bring together 15 different local nonprofits to entertain your little ones, so there will be plenty to see and do. You can go for a ride on the Buffalo Bayou Partnership's pontoon boat, fittingly named the Spirit of the Bayou, or rent a paddleboat and head out on the water yourself. You can also just enjoy the live music and grub from food trucks at KBR Kids Day.

9th Annual KBR Kids Day on Buffalo Bayou
The Water Works at Buffalo Bayou Park
11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 17
105 Sabine Street
Houston, TX 77007
buffalobayou.org/event/9th-annual-kbr-kids-day-on-buffalo-bayou
www.yelp.com/events/houston-9th-annual-kbr-kids-day-on-buffalo-bayou

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Experience Art an a New Way at the Bayou City Art Festival This Weekend!

October 7, 2015 by

When was the last time you took time to enjoy art? If it's been too long, or even if it hasn't, make a point to attend the Bayou City Art Festival this weekend. Downtown Houston will be transformed into a sprawling art gallery with works created by more than 350 artists from all over the world.

The event is just 10 minutes from Siena at Memorial Heights, giving you a convenient opportunity to gaze at paintings and sculptures, 3D art, jewelry, photography, mixed media, and works in other mediums that will be on display, and it should come as no surprise that this event is one of the top 10 outdoor fine arts festivals in the nation. In addition to art, you'll also find food and entertainment galore!

Admission is $17 for adults and $5 for children ages 5-12.

Bayou City Art Festival
Saturday, Oct. 10 and Sunday, Oct. 11, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
901 Bagby St.
Houston, TX 77002
www.eventbrite.com/e/bayou-city-art-festival-downtown-2015-tickets

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Nibble Your Way Through the Food Truck Scene at the For the Love of Food Trucks Festival!

September 23, 2015 by

A one-day event that will showcase the best food trucks Houston has to offer, the For the Love of Food Trucks Festival is happening just around the corner from you, about a half-mile away from Siena at Memorial Heights. More than 20 food trucks featuring all types of cuisine will be available for you and your family to try.

Cousins Maine Lobster, Heffernan BBQ, Journey Ice, Monster PBJ, and others will all be in attendance. A live band, Corey Stoot, will provide music and entertainment. Because of its great location at Rebels Houston on Washington Avenue, there will be two indoor air-conditioned facilities with covered patios, as well as space outside to enjoy. Admission is currently free if you get tickets in advance; they’ll be $5 at the door, though kids under ten are always free. Enjoy the delicious eats and start the fall off right at the For the Love of Food Trucks Festival.

For the Love of Food Trucks Festival
Saturday, Sept. 26, 5-10 p.m
Rebels Houston
5002 Washington Ave.
Houston, TX 77006
www.eventbrite.com/e/fortheloveoffoodtrucks-festival-rebels-houston-sat-sept-26th-tickets

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Hermann Park Near Siena at Memorial Heights in Houston Has Something for Everyone

April 29, 2015 by

To residents of Houston, Hermann Park is a treasure. At more than 400 acres in size, it has a little something for everyone. It serves as an entertainment venue — a Student Performance Series is held every week in May, usually on a Friday morning, but some weeks performances are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, too. It has a choo-choo train, which takes kids and adults on a 1.8-mile route through the park. It has a huge playground, and most of the equipment is accessible for all kids regardless of ability. And the park has a gorgeous rose garden as well as a Japanese garden. All in all, Hermann Park is a destination for Houstonians every day of the week, but this wasn’t always the case.

In the early ‘90s, a group of residents formed Friends of Hermann Park as a nonprofit citizen organization aimed at preserving and improving the park. Now called the Hermann Park Conservancy, the group has turned a neglected parcel of land into a park that residents can be proud of. Since it’s less than four miles from Siena at Memorial Heights, you can enjoy the park as much as you want.

Hermann Park
6001 Fannin St.
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 524-5876
www.hermannpark.org
www.yelp.com/biz/hermann-park-conservancy-houston-2

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Taste Barbecue near Siena at Memorial Heights at the Houston BBQ Festival

April 24, 2015 by

Barbecue's *almost* synonmous with Texas, and Houston barbecue fans are in for huge treat this weekend: the Houston BBQ Festival!

The third iteration of this flavorful event happens this Sunday, April 26 at Houston's NRG Park. It starts at 1, runs til 5, and features food from a long list of Houston's best BBQ places. Think well-known brick-and-mortar spots like Killen's, Ray's BBQ Shack, CorkScrew BBQ, and more, as well as trucks and trailers like Feges BBQ and El Burro & the Bull.

All told there'll be about two dozen BBQ restaurants participating, which means that this is your chance to taste some of the city's best food all in one spot near Siena at Memorial Heights.

Tickets are $50 and allow attendees to sample unlimited portions from each participant. To ensure there's enough food for everyone, the event's planners have decided to limit the number of available tickets. So: if you'd like to attend, you need to buy tickets online in advance, and you can do it through the Houston BBBQ Festival website.

Houston BBQ Festival
April 26 from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m.
NRG Park
http://houbbq.com/

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