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Memorial Day, Sunset Cinema, Pitbull concert: 5 events to attend in The Woodlands, May 21-24

There are several events going on in The Woodlands area May 21-24 including a Pitbull concert at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, trail rides and a Sunset Cinema. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change.

Sunset Cinema
Attendees can enjoy an evening under the stars at Sunset Cinema featuring the live-action film "How to Train Your Dragon" at Northshore Park. Before the film, families can learn about local snakes found in The Woodlands and explore simple, safe ways to be snake smart outdoors.

May 22, 7:30 p.m.
Free
2505 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands

Memorial Day Tribute
The Woodlands Township is holding an event paying tribute to all military service men and women featuring live music, children's activities and strolling entertainment at Town Green Park. A care package drop-off booth will be available onsite to accept donations of recommended items to be shipped to the troops.

May 24, 5-9 p.m.
Free
2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands

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Coming Soon

Turquoise Wine Bar to open in Grogan's Mill Village Center

Turquoise Wine Bar is planning to open this fall in The Woodlands, owner René Murphy said.

What's happening: Plans for the new location at Grogan's Mill Village Center have been in the works since November, she said.

The business offers wine by the glass, wine flights, sangrias and spritzes as well as non-alcoholic beverages and food items such as small bites, bruschettas, salads, pizzas and desserts, according to the franchise website.

Murphy said the patio will also be pet-friendly, and a "Bark-Uterie Board" will be provided for pet snacks and cheeses.

What's next: Work on the location is underway with the Turquoise Wine Bar team, SFV Services and Howard Hughes Communities, Murphy said. The goal is for a late September or early October opening.

2230 Buckthorne Place, The Woodlands

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PREVIEW: The Woodlands Township to hold public hearings for park and covenant fees

The Woodlands Township board of directors will meet May 21 for public hearings on several items previously discussed at the April 23 meeting.

The public hearings will address proposed amendments to park user fees and covenant administration fees, according to the board agenda.

The overview: The township's 2026 Parks and Recreation Fees Analysis generated findings and recommendations, including:

Non-resident fees: Maintain non-resident pricing at approximately twice the resident rate for most facilities.
Park pavilions: Implement modest increases.
Commercial use fees: Introduce fees for Waterway Square, Hughes Landing Bandshell and Waterway use such as walks and runs, unless there are 200 documented hotel nights from the event.

What else: Another public hearing will cover proposed revisions to Covenant Administration Department fees.

Before you go: The board will also consider funding for the Township Mobility Hub Alternatives Analysis. The total budget for the analysis is $215,000 according to agenda materials. The board is requesting $250,000 in total to address contingencies.

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Metro News

Houston honors Sheila Jackson Lee with Terminal E dedication at IAH

Houston officials officially dedicated George Bush Intercontinental Airport's Terminal E in honor of the late former U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee in a May 18 ceremony, officials announced in a May 18 news release.

Career history: Jackson Lee represented Texas' 18th Congressional District—which includes IAH—for more than three decades. Jackson Lee died at age 74 in July 2024 following a battle with pancreatic cancer, as previously reported by Community Impact.

During her tenure, Jackson Lee advocated for aviation security, federal transportation investment and infrastructure improvements, and helped secure more than $125 million for Houston airports, per the release.

The impact: Houston City Council voted unanimously to rename Terminal E to "Sheila Jackson Lee Terminal E" in April 2025, as previously reported.

During the May 18 ceremony, a 500-pound memorial plaque featuring a portrait of Jackson Lee was unveiled. In the coming weeks, the plaque will be permanently installed inside the terminal's international concourse beyond the TSA security checkpoint.