A cemetery might not be the first spot you think you’d want to spend your Saturday, but there's a unique event this month that you might want to check out. Houston is home to the Historic Glenwood Cemetery, and on August 27th, you can take a guided tour of the historic site. Located just a mile and a half from Siena at Memorial Heights, the cemetery offers some of the most picturesque grounds in the area.

The cemetery was established in 1871 and is the final resting place for many iconic Texans. The tour will take guests on a journey through the lives and stories of many of the people buried throughout the grounds and also explore significant statues and landscapes that can be see in the cemetery. The tour only happens four times per year and reservations are necessary, so be sure to reserve your spot if you’re hoping to attend.

Historic Glenwood Cemetery Tour
When: 10 a.m. on August 27
Where: 2525 Washington Avenue, Houston, TX 77007
Admission: $15.00
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If you’re the kind of person who enjoys dinner and a show, be sure to check out the House of Blues Houston. The famous eatery’s Houston location features live performances and a full menu, conveniently located just two miles from Siena at Memorial Heights.

House of Blues Houston has live shows almost every night. Inside, there are multiple rooms decked out with various textures and stunning decor. One large room with stadium seating features big acts, and smaller theater rooms host more intimate shows. If you want to unwind with a drink, the full service bar has everything from craft beer to handcrafted cocktails. Happy hour starts every day at 4:00 p.m. and includes a handful of appetizers on special, so be sure to check it out.

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Since 1978, Stages Repertory Theatre has been churning out excellent productions of new works and established shows. The shows that have debuted at Stages have been recognized by renowned news sources like The New York Times, Variety, and American Theatre. There are two theaters within Stages Repertory Theatre that both host excellent shows all year long: the Arena Theatre and the Yeager Theatre.

Lucky for residents of Siena at Memorial Heights, the theater is less than one mile away from the residences, so you can easily get to the theater for a show this summer. This past month, two shows debuted at the theater: Shear Madness (an interactive and comedic show) and The Marvelous Wonderettes: Dream On (a music-driven show featuring favorite songs of the 1960s and 1970s). Tickets for both shows are affordable and start at just $21. Beyond the shows this summer, Stages will host a number of performances during the fall and winter too. The full lineup is available online, so be sure to check it out!

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