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Shoot Some Hoops This Weekend at Willow Park

February 9, 2016 by

Looking for a place to get outdoors near The Marq on Voss? Visit Willow Park, a friendly neighborhood park with something for everyone. From its well-maintained basketball courts to its swing sets for the little ones, your entire family or group of friends can enjoy a day of fun in the sun.

If you want to get in a bit of alone time, Willow Park also offers paved trails around the park’s perimeter that are great for walking or jogging. There is a picturesque gazebo that makes a great place for an afternoon picnic or to relax with a good book while watching the kids play, as well as nearby barbecue grills for more elaborate lunches. The sand volleyball courts and tennis courts are fun for more active visitors, and the park even contains bleachers where fans can cheer on their friends during the big game.

Willow Park
10400 Cliffwood
Houston, TX 77035
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Kick Up Your Heels at Neon Boots Dancehall & Saloon

January 26, 2016 by

Looking for a true taste of Texas to add to your weekend agenda? Plan a night out to Neon Boots Dancehall & Saloon, an authentic country dance bar not far from The Marq on Voss.

There are line dancing lessons on certain nights of the week so that newbies can brush up on their skills before the weekend, while on Saturday nights, you’ll always find a DJ playing classic country tunes to a large crowd of dancers. If country music isn’t your thing, Neon Boots Dancehall & Saloon also offers Latin dancing on select evenings, and there’s karaoke in the separate Esquire Room. You may even want to try your luck with a bingo game on weeknights.

Drinks are easy on the wallet, and there’s a small menu of American foods to give you ample fuel for dancing. You may even enjoy having your meal outside on the sunny patio on a warm Houston evening.

Neon Boots Dancehall & Saloon
11410 Hempstead Highway
Houston, TX 77092
(713) 677-0828
www.neonbootsclub.com

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Nothing Sweetens Up Your Morning Like Fresh & Best Donuts

January 19, 2016 by

Fresh & Best Donuts is a Houston institution that locals love, and it’s truly a must-try for doughnut fans in the area. With a wide selection of traditional styles made fresh every morning, you’re sure to find exactly the kind of doughnut that you love.

Stop in for a classic glazed, chocolate, or vanilla, or even try a few different styles in the form of miniature doughnut holes. Fresh & Best Donuts is also famous for its giant doughnuts, which are twice the size of normal doughnuts. If you’re craving something more savory, you’ll also find sausage and cheese-stuffed kolaches, ham croissant sandwiches, and boudins just like the ones in New Orleans. Add a strong coffee or a frothy cappuccino to your order and you’ll have a delicious breakfast at a low price!

Fresh & Best Donuts is open 4:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. daily.

Fresh & Best Donuts
5214 Bellaire Boulevard
Bellaire, TX 77401
(713) 592-0301
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Java Lovers Will Feel Right at Home at House of Coffee Beans in Houston

January 12, 2016 by

Looking for a perfect cup of coffee near The Marq on Voss? Visit House of Coffee Beans, a local coffee roaster that specializes in one unique brew each day. While you won’t find the large selection that you would at the grocery store, each trip to House of Coffee Beans means that you’ll discover a premium, complex batch of coffee that you might not normally try. In addition to the batch of the day, you’ll find specialty holiday blends and cold brew coffees that are just as delicious.

If you’re looking for coffee on the spot, the friendly employees will happily prepare individual cups of each daily brew so that you can taste them before buying a whole bag. With an attractive retail area displaying the daily coffee batches as well as mugs, brewing systems and other coffee accessories, House of Coffee Beans is a great place to pick up coffee for home or a gift for a java-loving friend.

House of Coffee Beans
2348 Bissonnet St
Houston, TX 77005
(713) 524-0057
www.houseofcoffeebeans.com

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Doshi House Cafe: More Than Your Typical Coffee House

December 29, 2015 by

Doshi House Cafe serves an array of coffee, teas, and vegetarian bites. Regulars at this Houston coffee shop know that it uses only locally roasted Greenway beans and makes its own flavoring syrups in house. Stop by for a quick cup of joe to go, or sit down to savor a foamy cappuccino or cup of hot green tea.

Regulars praise the strong, globally inspired food menu, too, and recommend you pick up some lunch at Doshi House Cafe next time you've got a few minutes to spare. Try the curried vegetable panini, served with muenster on thick-sliced bread, or enjoy a fragrant bowl of coconut Thai soup that comes swimming with rice and greens. The Creole red beans and rice is a house favorite, with its hearty base and spicy broth spooned over the top. Everything at Doshi House is 100 percent vegetarian, too, so you can feel good about getting your RDA of veggies.

Doshi House Cafe
3419 Dowling Street
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 528-0060
www.doshihouse.com
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Sip a Craft Beer Flight at Saint Arnold Brewing Company in Houston

December 22, 2015 by

If you’re a fan of beer—and really, who isn’t?—you’ll likely want to add a visit to Saint Arnold Brewing Company to your list of things to do in Houston. This historic brewery claims to be the oldest in the entire state of Texas, and many devoted locals would agree.

Saint Arnold crafts a wide selection of beers with new options developed throughout the year, so you’ll always find seasonal offerings along with the brewery’s tried-and-true favorites. Start your visit with a Saint Arnold Amber Ale or the popular Saint Arnold Weedwacker, or if you’re feeling really adventurous (or simply indecisive), opt for a flight to try a few beers at once. Tour the brewery portion of the building learn how these beers are made, and then settle in for a lunch of hearty American fare with your favorite brew on the side.

Saint Arnold Brewing Company
2000 Lyons Avenue
Houston, TX 77020
(713) 686-9494
www.saintarnold.com

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Children’s Museum of Houston: Making Playtime an Adventure in Learning

December 8, 2015 by

The Children’s Museum of Houston is a fun-filled museum designed especially for the little ones, but that doesn’t mean adults won’t enjoy it, too. This self-described “playground for your mind” features a number of hands-on exhibits that teach kids about science and how the world works, and they’re always bright, colorful and tailored toward children.

The How Does it Work? exhibit, for example, is a room filled with a mishmash of smaller exhibits like the Communication Speedway that shows how messages travel through fiberoptic wires. The Science Station is a 3D model of many of the most important scientific concepts, while the Building Zone provides hours of construction fun for the smallest architects and builders. The fast-paced Cyberchase is a game that turns kids on to the mathematics involved in computer programming.

Perhaps best of all, the Children’s Museum of Houston offers affordable admission and ample parking outside.

Children’s Museum of Houston
1500 Binz Road
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 522-1138

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Foelber Pottery: Sculpt New Memories With Family and Friends

November 11, 2015 by

If you’ve always wanted to take a spin on a pottery wheel, Foelber Pottery Gallery & Studio offers classes that will give you a chance to do just that. This friendly, welcoming pottery studio welcomes aspiring sculptors of all ages, from the youngest children to inexperienced adults and even longtime, experienced artists.

Enter the arched doorway of the tree-shaded building and you’ll find a large, open gallery area displaying beautiful sculptures created by on-site artists. There are frequent exhibits and gallery openings featuring local sculptors, as well as outdoor festivals during the fall. If you want to try your hand at creating your own pottery, Foelber Pottery also hosts classes taught by experienced artists and private parties that make fun bonding activities for your friends or family.

For a complete list of upcoming events at Foelber Pottery or to sign up for a class, visit the studio’s website.

Foelber Pottery
706 Richmond Avenue
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 529-1703
www.foelberpottery.com

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iT’Z Houston: Playtime For People of All Ages

October 14, 2015 by

If you’re struggling to find fun, creative ideas for a child’s upcoming birthday party or other special occasion, iT’Z Houston might just be the answer! This fun-filled play place is a combination arcade, upscale bowling alley, pizza buffet, and much more, which makes it a great time for visitors of all ages.

The colorful restaurant features a full-service bar for of-age guests to enjoy a beer or a cocktail while watching the big game, while the all-you-can-eat pizza buffet provides an affordable lunch for the whole family. There are an impressive number of seating options throughout the wacky, brightly lit dining area, and the restaurant opens up into the futuristic bowling alley, complete with leather sofas and glowing neon lights.

The arcade is a wonderland for kids of all ages, while the private party room, bumper cars, and amusement park rides are just the icing on the cake at this Houston facility.

iT’Z Houston
18355 Tomball Parkway
Houston, TX 77070
(832) 678-2151
www.itzusa.com/itz-houston-home

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The Houston Zoo: Take a Tour of the Animal Kingdom

September 29, 2015 by

If you’re looking for a fun, year-round activity that the whole family will enjoy, a visit to the Houston Zoo is a dependable choice. This spacious zoo is well laid out to create an enjoyable walking route through all of the various animals’ areas, and it offers a close-up look at everything from the creepy, crawly reptiles to the large elephants and giraffes. The paved paths are lined with shady trees and greenery to make a hot Texas afternoon a bit more bearable (no pun intended), and there are a number of indoor animal houses that enable you to tour the zoo even during bad weather.

If you have small children, the Houston Zoo also features a Kids’ Zoo that includes a petting zoo, animal-themed play areas, and playful sea otters that always seem to put on a show of their own.

The Houston Zoo is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Free parking is available on Hermann Park Drive, but note that these free lots fill up quickly!

Houston Zoo
6200 Hermann Park Drive
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 533-6500
www.houstonzoo.org
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