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Live music and art: 6 things to check out in The Woodlands, Oct. 15-18

Several events are scheduled in The Woodlands from Oct. 15-18, though they are subject to change. The weekend lineup includes:

  • Oct. 15: R&B singer Bryson Tiller performs at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion at 7:30 p.m. Market Street hosts She Wolf, a Shakira tribute, from 6-8:30 p.m. The Brandon McDermott Band plays country music for Rock the Row along Lake Woodlands from 7-9 p.m.
  • Oct. 16: Indie artist Beabadoobee performs at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion at 8 p.m.
  • Oct. 17: The Fall Fine Arts Show at Market Street runs from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., featuring art demonstrations, live music and artist showcases.
  • Oct. 18: Ricky Montijo performs live at Landry's from 1-5 p.m.
 
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Howard Hughes Communities announces leadership changes

Howard Hughes Communities announced on Oct. 14 that Jim Carman, the current president of the Texas Region, will conclude his full-time service with the company at the end of the year. Drew Davis, the chief operating officer of Howard Hughes Communities, will continue to oversee the master-planned communities of The Woodlands, Bridgeland and The Woodlands Hills.

At a glance: Starting Jan. 1, Carman will transition to an advisory role with the company. He has been with Howard Hughes Communities since 2012 and led developments across three master-planned developments in the Houston region. Carman also serves as the chairman of the board of the Montgomery County Food Bank and as a member of the board of directors of the Greater Houston Partnership.

 
On The Business Beat
Alice + Olivia is coming to Market Street in The Woodlands

What you need to know: According to a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation posting, the boutique Alice + Olivia is coming soon to Market Street in The Woodlands. The store will be located at 9595 Six Pines Drive, Ste. 980.

According to its website, the boutique offers a variety of women's clothing and accessories featuring bold prints and statement-making details. Work on the $620,000 project is scheduled to conclude in December.

 
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American Express to expand, upgrade Centurion Lounge at IAH

American Express announced plans on Oct. 8 to expand and renovate its existing Centurion Lounge at George Bush Intercontinental Airport.

The details: The project will nearly triple the lounge's current space from 8,000 square feet to 23,000 square feet and is expected to be complete by 2028.

Upgrades at the Houston airport lounge will include:

  • A new Blue Roast by American Express Coffee and Wellness Bar

  • A specialty dining area with rotating plated dishes and a signature buffet

  • A second full-service bar with craft cocktails and a curated wine selection

  • Refreshed restrooms, premium shower suites and various seating areas

Some context: This expansion is part of a larger investment by American Express. The company also plans to expand and upgrade its lounge at Philadelphia International Airport, open a new lounge at Newark Liberty Airport and open a second lounge at London Heathrow Airport.

 
YOUR WEEKEND TO-DO LIST
 

🍬 ArBOOretum

Oct. 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. · 4501 Woodway Drive, Houston

💃 Houston Filipino Street Festival

Oct. 17, 3-10 p.m. · 1 Stadium Drive, Sugar Land

🩷 Pink Ribbon Walk

Oct. 17, 7-10 a.m. · 20634 Kenswick Drive, Humble

🎤 '80s Singo Night

Oct. 16, 8-10 p.m. · 22296 Market Place Drive, New Caney

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