Summer time brings fun, style, enjoyment options for all ages

Ongoing

iQuriousKids Inc.: Exclusive discounts on kid’s activities on iQuriousKids.com. Search, compare and book kids summer camp, after-school and holiday activities. iQuriousKids.com is made up of a team of parents and educators who locate activities for all children ages 0-17 in Texas. This website is a comprehensive listing of more than 4,400 children’s programs across more than 90 categories. Their goal is to be an online community where families search for programs based on age, interests and location and then are able to compare programs based on pricing and schedules while also reading unbiased reviews and opinions of caring and committed parents just like yourself. This website lists tutoring programs, birthday party locations, summer camps, extra-curricular classes, homeschool programs, sports leagues and schools that your family will ever need. 6725 S. Fry Rd #700, Katy. www.iquriouskids.com.

April 9

American Robotics Academy: What does it take to create a remote-controlled robot that can walk, drive and turn in any direction? Reach out for, grab, throw or release objects on command? Move and act as you design and build them to? Imagination, technology, teamwork and a whole lot of fun. Working in teams, they’ll teach you how to design, build and test remote-controlled, miniature robots. Your robot will compete with other robots in your class in a friendly competition. All necessary materials, including motors, gears, pulleys, wheels and axles, and microcomputers will be available for student use. It will be up to you and your teammates to put them all together in original ways to make your robot do what you want it to. Check out the camp locations/schedules at www.roboticsacdaemy.com.

April 27-30

Splash: As LGBT friends, family and supporters descend on this 2.3 square miles of paradise April 27-30, PRIDE Island will open its doors and arms to welcome visitors to a weekend of top-notch entertainment, stage productions, pool parties and some of the best after-parties. Splash South Padre offers a variety of events to keep visitors going all weekend. South Padre Island. www.splashsouthpadre.com.

May 4-Aug. 24

Summer Concert Series: Will be held very Thursday night at 7 p.m. on the Kemah Boardwalk, 215 Kipp Ave. 877-285-3624.

May 5-6

League City Music Fest: League City is putting on a music fest in Galveston County at Walter Hall Park. The annual event is more than 50 years old and consists of a traditional Village Fair parade, carnival, vendors and this year partnering with the city of League City to make this the biggest yet. People can take their families there and experience something for everyone. Named entertainers include: Eric Paslay stopping in League City on his world tour, a Texas favorite; Tracy Byrd; and Jake Worthington from The Voice.For more information, visit www. lcmusicfest.com. 127th Brenham Maifest: At Fireman’s Park, this German celebration includes a colorful parade, German food and live music, and fun for the whole family. Sponsored by Brenham/Washington County CVB, Brenham. www.maifest.org.

May 5-7

Junction Golf Tournament: The tournament will be held at FM 2169 Junction Golf Course. Sponsored by Junction Tourism. 325-446-6169.

May 6-7

Artwalk 2017: Each year fine artists from all over Texas and beyond descend upon the picturesque small town square of Fayetteville to show and sell the very best of their creations. This year, more than 60 artists will show their wares in the beautiful Texas sunlight amid the sounds of bluegrass music and festival fun for two days during the most beautiful time of year in central Texas. Stroll through the outdoor booths and meet the artists who created the original pieces. Enjoy a glass of wine at the Wine Tasting Booth, or just sit and enjoy the casual concert coming from the gazebo. There are lots of free activities for children, too. ARTS, Arts for Rural Texas, the sponsoring nonprofit, is centered in Fayetteville but serves Fayette and surrounding counties. www.artsforruraltexas.org/ArtWalk.html.

May 12-14

2017 Clear Lake Greek Festival: For 24 years, the Clear Lake Greek Festival has brought a touch of Greece straight to the Clear Lake area. The highlights of the festival include Greek food, pastries, music, dancing and shopping. Favorite foods such as gyros, souvlaki (pork kabob), dolmathes and pastitchio are in supply throughout the weekend. If you have a sweet tooth, don’t leave without trying pastries like baklava, kataifi, kourambiedes and koulourakia. This event also features plenty of family-friendly activities. After the dancing exhibitions, feel free to join the fun and learn to dance like a Greek. Don’t forget to sign up for the sixth annual Toga Fun Run on Saturday, May 13. Landolt Pavilion, 5002 NASA Parkway, Seabrook. www.clearlakegreekfestival. com.

May 13-Sept. 17

Splashway Waterpark & Campground: Open since 2007, Splashway Waterpark and Campground is now featuring millions in upgrades and renovations, and it’s set to make 2017 its most impressive season to date. Get your adrenaline pumping as you soar through the sky on the eight-line zip line adventure, race down any one of the exhilarating slides, or find your Zen toasting s’mores and camping under the stars. The state-of-the-art water sanitation system and family-centric atmosphere guarantees an unparalleled vacation experience. Visit its social media channels for updates. Open weekends starting May 13 and seven days a week starting May 29. Parking, tubes and life jackets are free. 5211 Main St., Sheridan. www.splashway.com.

May 13

Clear Lake Toga Fun Run: It’s time to pull out the toga. St. John the Theologian Greek Orthodox Church presents the sixth annual Toga Fun Run. The Kids 1K will begin promptly at 8 a.m., while the 5K run will begin immediately following the 1K. The route will begin at Clear Lake Park, go through the Clear Lake Forest subdivision, up Kirby to NASA Parkway and finish back at the park. St. John Theologian Greek Orthodox Church will be donating half of the race proceeds to the Boys and Girls Harbor in La Porte. Registration includes free admission into the Clear Lake Greek Festival and a free Toga Run T-shirt. Packet pickup will be at Gulf Coast Clinic of Chiropractic, 3659 NASA Parkway, Seabrook, on Friday, May12, noon-6 p.m. At Landolt Pavilion, 5002 NASA Parkway, Seabrook. www.togafunrun.com.

May 26-Aug. 25

Latin Beats: Join in for live music and free salsa dancing every Friday from 7-10 p.m. at Landry’s Downtown Aquarium in Houston, 410 Bagby St. at Memorial Drive. www.aquariumrestaurants. com.

May 30-Aug. 25

ChristChurch Presbyterian Learning Center: The ChristChurch Learning Center is a licensed daycare facility and a mission of ChristChurch Presbyterian. They offer 13 sessions of summer camp for children K-5th from 6:30 a.m-6:30 p.m. Each session includes a field trip, two visits to the Bellaire Pool, walks to the Bellaire library and Bellaire park. ChristChurch Presbyterian Learning Center, 5001 Bellaire Blvd. www. ccpres.org.

June-July

Girl Scouts of San Jacinto: You don’t have to be a current Girl Scout member to attend. Starting at $200, girls can choose from more than 50 fun-themed camp sessions to match their every interest. Whether she’s exploring the seas in Basic Sailing or riding the trails in Horsin’ Around, she’s having fun and learning important life skills with Girl Scouts. Weekly sessions are held June-July, with mini sessions available for grades K-3. For more information, visit residentcamp.gssjc.org. Not ready for overnight camp? Girls can still get the same great experience at Girl Scout Day and Twilight Camp. During the summer months, girls participate in a variety of activities during the day and return home in the afternoon or evening. For more information, visit daycamp.gssjc.org.

June 3

Junction Cowboys & Cajuns: Enjoy crawfish and music in Junction. www.junctiontexas.com.

June 4 – Aug. 12

Camp Cho-Yeh: This overnight Christian summer camp provides one- or two-week sessions for boys and girls ages 6-16. Cho-Yeh’s mission is to be a place where Jesus Christ transforms lives though meaningful relationships and outdoor adventures. Free from technology, campers are challenged to grow in their faith, character and independence in a positive community. Featured activities include high ropes adventure park, zip line and climbing tower, archery tag, paintball, crate stacking, banana boating, blob, water zip line, pool, wet bubble, jumping pillow, mud course, trail rides, treehouse, and more. Multiple sessions. For more information call 936-328-3200, or visit www.cho-yeh.org.

June 5-Aug.11

Summer on the Point: St. Francis’ popular Summer on the Point is back with nine weeks of fun. Sessions for students ages 3 to high school in sports, arts, technology, dramatic play, academics and more. Before- and after-camp care available, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. See the website for individual camp offerings. 335 Piney Point Road. www.stfrancishouston.org/campus-life/ summer-camps.

June 5-Aug. 18

Manners, Image, Style, Success: MISS Academy kicks off its Summer Pop Up 2017, which features 11 weeklong “Pops” throughout the summer. Each Pop is a weeklong combination of its year-round courses and specialty talent and interest-based disciplines, called “electives”. POP 1 runs June 5-9. It is a welcome to everything manners, image, style and success (MISS). This week will preview the foundational courses in the MISS Program combined with the first group of electives. Attendants can have fun as classrooms change daily from a professional makeup studio to a full-length runway to chef’s kitchen and more. Enroll at missacademy.com.

June 9

Splashway Waterpark & Campground: From the waterpark family to yours, they’d like to invite you to Ray’s Birthday Bash. Visit Splashway from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and celebrate their main man, Ray. The waterpark is throwing its biggest birthday party of the summer, with giant cake, goodie bags for the kids, and special arts and crafts activities planned for the occasion. Are you celebrating too? Invite your friends to enjoy your birthday with Ray on June 9 for 25 percent off. . 5211 Main St., Sheridan or visit www. splashway.com.

June 22

Splashway Waterpark & Campground: Splashway announced that they are one of the host venues for the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson. Every year on June 22, waterparks and pools around the globe come together to help spread the message that swimming lessons save lives. Hosts offer free local lessons open to individuals of any age. Sign up for a free lesson and you can help the waterpark break the current world record and spread this message worldwide. As a bonus, they’re offering a 50 percent discount on admission tickets for anyone who participates and wishes to enjoy the rest of their day at the waterpark. For more information on how to register. 5211 Main St., Sheridan or visit www.splashway.com.

July 1-3

Junction Fourth of July event: The celebration will be at Junction City Park, with music, food and fireworks. www.junctiontexas.com.

July 5-7

Manners, Image, Style, Success: MISS Academy kicks off its Summer Pop Up 2017 which features 11 weeklong “Pops” throughout the summer: June 5 to Aug. 18. Each Pop is a weeklong combination of the year-round courses and specialty talent and interest-based disciplines, called “electives.” Pop 5 runs July 5-7. and it’s all about the Fourth of July. It features a twist on the style, success and celebration of everything Fourth with electives that promise a tribute presentation in celebration of all things #MISSIndependence. Attendants can have fun as classrooms change daily from a fashion design studio to a professional stylist’s walk-in wardrobe to chef’s kitchen and more. Enroll at missacademy.com.

July 6-Aug. 10

Texas Country Music Series: Two step on the Pier with Texas country bands every Thursday night. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, 2501 Seawall Blvd., Galveston. www.pleasurepier.com.

July 8, 15, 22, 29

Hot Nights Cool Tunes Concert Series: Live music on the square will begin at 7 p.m. each evening. Bands include Texas Unlimited Band, The Fab 5, The Brown Sugar Band and Suede. Sponsored by Brenham/Washington County CVB. Downtown Brenham. www.downtownbrenham.com.

July 27-30

Sizzler Disc Golf - Junction: Junction City & County Parks and Junction Golf Course. Approximately 100 teams travel to Junction located in the Texas Hill Country to participate in the PDGA Dist Golf Tournament. The course is along the Llano River, providing a beautiful setting, lots of shade and plenty of space for disc golfers to enjoy the event. Contact charleschapman@hotmail.com, Hoytt Moss at 325-4466565 or visit www.junctiontexas.com.

Aug. 11-12

Hill Country Fair Association Rodeo & Dances: Junction Texas CPRA Rodeo offers $10,000 added money and dancing under the star-lit western Hill Country skies. Enjoy a day on the cool lazy Llano River tubing, kayaking or just relaxing right up to rodeo time. Enjoy the rodeo arena, food, and drink then stroll on up to the open air pavilion for a night of dancing under the stars Friday and Saturday nights. Family atmosphere for all events. FM 2169 Hill Country Fair Grounds Arena, Junction. www.junctiontexas.com.

Aug. 12

Junction Car Show: The event will be held at 501 Main St. www.junctiontexas.com.

Aug. 14 -18

Manners, Image, Style, Success: MISS Academy kicks off its Summer Pop Up 2017 which features 11 weeklong “Pops” throughout the summer: June 5 to Aug. 18. Each Pop is a weeklong combination of the year-round courses and specialty talent and interest-based disciplines, called “electives.” Pop 11 runs Aug. 14–18 and is the Pop Up finale. This culminating pop lets young women play with new looks and put on some new-found confidence as they get a full-fledged back-to-school makeover with MISS Academy’s signature professional Glam Squad. Pop 11 is the series of MISS makeovers that are finale-worthy. At 1121 Uptown Park Blvd. Enroll at missacademy.com.

Sept. 2

Junction Up & Back Kayak/Canoe Race: This event will begin in the Junction City Park where boating enthusiasts will set in and paddle up the South Llano River approximately 14.5 miles to the “first crossing”, flip around and paddle back to Junction for a round-trip of approximately 30 miles. Contact Hoytt Moss for more details at 325-446-6565 and www.junctiontexas.com.