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Serenity at Meridiana recently opened in the Manvel-Pearland area

Serenity at Meridiana, a 55-plus community, opened in Manvel near Pearland on Aug. 11, according to a news release from developer Perry Homes.

What you need to know: The private, gated community features 32 60-foot homesites as well as a private clubhouse, pickleball courts, a fitness center, walking trails, a fishing pier and a dedicated lifestyle director who organizes weekly events.

 
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New salon opens in Pearland

Thomas R Salons has opened on the west side of Pearland as of mid-July, an employee with the business said.

What they offer: The business serves as a hair salon, barbershop and nail spa, according to the business’s website. The salon is appointment-based, but walk-ins are welcome.

The details: Hair services include women, men and children’s cuts, blowouts, silk press, conditioning treatments and color services, including root touch-ups, highlights and lowlights, among other hair services.

Barbering services include men’s haircuts, skin and drop fades, beard trims, classic tapers and blowouts, razor shaves and childrens' cuts, among other services.

Nail services include gel manicures, acrylic full sets, custom nail art, gel extensions and builder gel, among other services.

📍 2000 Reflection Bay Drive, Ste. 118, Pearland

 
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Ulta Beauty and Target announce plans to conclude partnership

An Aug. 14 Ulta Beauty news release announced Ulta Beauty and Target mutually agreed to not renew its partnership once its agreement concludes in August 2026. The Ulta Beauty at Target experience will continue in Target stores and on Target.com until then.

The details: Per the release, both Target and Ulta Beauty said they remain committed to delivering a seamless shopping experience through the end of the partnership and will continue to support their teams and partners during the transition.

Quote of note: We’re proud of our shared success with Ulta Beauty and the experience we’ve delivered together,” said Rick Gomez, executive vice president and chief commercial officer at Target. “The magic of shopping for beauty at Target is the combination of on-trend products that delight consumers with an inspiring and convenient shopping experience. We look forward to what’s ahead and remain committed to offering the beauty experience consumers have come to expect from Target.”

 
On The Business Beat
Whiskey River South to celebrate grand opening with weekend of events

Houston-based dance hall Whiskey River South officially has an opening date.

Long story short: The venue plans to hold a grand opening event Aug. 21, according to a social media post from the business.

What they offer: The venue will offer a dance floor, as well as an outdoor patio with a separate dance floor, officials told Community Impact in May.

Also of note: The business has two other locations throughout the Greater Houston area, according to its website. They are in Houston and Richmond.

  • 1030 W. NASA Parkway, Webster

 

EVENTS

Check out these weekend events across the Greater Houston area.

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The Woodlands | Aug. 22, 11 a.m.

‘Dolly Parton’s Billy the Kid Makes It Big’

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Spring | Aug. 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Family Day: End of Summer Celebration

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Tomball | Aug. 24, 2:30 p.m. or 5 p.m.

Wanderlust for Wine: France Edition

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Houston | Aug. 24, 3-6 p.m.

Mariachi Festival

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League City | Aug. 24, 4-8 p.m.

Elvis Tribute-Vine King & The Vegas Mafia Band

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