Summer 07
Vol. 12 No. 3

By Dave Schafer

Featured Events
Special edition for spring, when love blossoms amongst the flowers.

May 11-13
Don Quixote, Miller Outdoor Theatre: A ballet about two young lovers brought together by the legendary Don Quixote. Like early love, it’s passionate and sizzling with spice. The free show starts at 8 p.m. For information, visit.
www.milleroutdoortheater.com or call (713) 284-8352.

May 20
Quince Girl Bridal & Quinceañera Expo, Reliant Arena: When early love turns into the love of a lifetime, its time to think about marriage. Or maybe you just like looking at bridal and quinceañera dresses and products. Also, there’s stuff for grooms here. But be warned, ladies and gents, if you’re in the early stages of romance, you might want to bring a friend to the show. You don’t want to scare off your new boy/girlfriend, after all. For information, visit www.quincegirlexpos.com or call (832) 667-1400.

May 20-21
Baby and Family Expo, Reliant Park: Hey, it’s a natural progression. And it’s right across the street from the bridal and quinceañera expo. For information, visit www.reliantpark.com or call (832) 667-1400.

May 22- June 17
Broadway in Houston - Monty Python’s Spamalot, Hobby Center: Now that you’re a family, it’s important to bring culture to your kids. Spamalot is the outrageous musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the classic film, “Monty Python and The Holy Grail.” Suitable for all ages. For information, visit www.broadwayacrossamerica.com/Houston or call (713) 622-7469.

June 2
Accordion Kings and Queens, Miller Outdoor Theatre: Even after the kids come along, it’s important to make time for just the two of you. Maybe you can drop them off with family and go out on a date. If so, grab your dancing shoes and head over to this extravaganza. From Czech-German polka, to cumbia, to conjunto, Cajun, zydeco, and more, you’ll hear the best of Texas squeezebox. This free show starts at 7 p.m. For information, visit.
www.milleroutdoortheater.com or call (713) 284-8352.

Through June 3
Wildlife Photographer of the Year, Houston Museum of Natural Science: Bird watching is a favorite pastime for retirees with an empty nest. But all that walking can hurt your feet, and you might not even see anything. Here’s a sure bet. Each photographer’s technical skill, artistry and patience combine to capture the unique and fascinating moments that occur throughout nature. Selected from nearly 19,000 entries from more than 50 countries, only the best representations of the natural world are exhibited. For more information, visit www.hmns.org or (713) 639-IMAX.

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