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Kayak a Beautiful 15-Mile Stretch at This Year’s Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta

March 1, 2016 by

If you've ever boated along the picturesque Buffalo Bayou, then you already know what a beautiful sight the powerful Texas river is. If you haven't, then you have a chance to experience its natural beauty firsthand at this year's 44th Annual Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta. It launches from Sesquicentennial Park, just two miles from Siena at Memorial Heights.

Everyone 12 years and older can climb into a canoe or kayak and attempt the 15-mile trek along the river. Some people compete against other boaters, whereas others simply join in for fun. Regardless of which camp you fall into, there'll be plenty of spectators cheering you on from the river banks as you ride the current toward the finish line. Sign up this year to challenge yourself and have some fun in the process.

Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta
Sesquicentennial Park
7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 12
400 Texas Avenue
Houston, TX 77002
buffalobayou.org/event/44th-annual-buffalo-bayou-partnership-regatta

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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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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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Fig and Wasp Test Kitchen: Something New Every Month

October 28, 2015 by

Fig and Wasp Test Kitchen isn't your average Mediterranean restaurant. It just opened at the beginning of October less than a mile from Siena at Memorial Heights, offering a new type of cooking philosophy. Instead of leaving the same dishes on the menu month after month—and the same person in charge of the kitchen—Fig and Wasp introduces guest chefs every four weeks. These guest chefs are charged with designing three new dishes, the only guideline being they must be inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean. The visiting chef will teach the in-house team how to recreate their new dishes, then leave them to do so for the rest of the month.

This inventive approach to cuisine should result in something a little bit different each month, perhaps kebabs packed with tender lamb or flatbreads topped with feta and spinach. Tapas will also factor heavily into each monthly menu at Fig and Wasp, so you'll be able to sample small bites of a few different plates. What do you think of this concept?

Fig and Wasp Test Kitchen
4105 Washington Avenue
Houston, TX 77007
(346) 704-2866
figandwasp.businesscatalyst.com
www.yelp.com/biz/fig-and-wasp-test-kitchen-houston

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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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