FAMILY FUN

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EDUCATOR MOMENT

Children’s Museum Houston’s educators take participants inside the galleries to share fun activities to try at home.

When: 12:15 p.m. July 24

Details: $10-$12; cmhouston.org/ events/education-moment

LEVY PARK ON-DEMAND: FAMILY STORYTIME & CRAFT

Join Levy Park on Facebook or YouTube for a virtual storytime and craft activity inspired by the book “Sheep Take a Hike!” Participants will learn how to make a sheep mask using basic household items after storytime.

When: 10-10:30 a.m. July 28

Details: Free; levyparkhouston.org

SUMMER NATURE SERIES

Join Jones Park assistant director Matthew Abernathy on Levy Park’s Facebook page or YouTube channel to learn about common summer outdoor hazards, such as poison ivy, venomous snakes, dangerous arthropods, and tips on avoiding bites and stings as well as how to treat their effects.

When: 10 a.m.-noon July 29 Details: Free; levyparkhouston.org

SPACE CENTER HOUSTON

New exhibits include “Apollo 13: Failure Is Not an Option” and the permanent outdoor exhibit, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. Tickets are timed for staggered entry. While children younger than 3 receive free admission, they still need a timed admission ticket. Guests can select tickets for every hour from when the center

opens until 2 p.m.

When: Visit website for reservation availability Where: 1601 E. NASA Parkway

Details: $24.95-$29.95; spacecenter.org

LONE STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM

The aerospace museum displays more than 24 historically significant aircraft and many artifacts related to the history of flight. When: Visit website for reservation availability Where: 11551 Aerospace Details: $9.95-$14.95; lonestarflight.org

FRIENDSWOOD HELLO KITTY CAFE TRUCK

The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will be resuming its supercute stops in cities all over the United States with new safety procedures and increased sanitation efforts in place for all guests.

When: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. July 25 Where: Baybrook Mall, 500 Godofredo A. Vásquez / Staff photographer

Baybrook Mall Drive

Details: facebook.com/ events/280096246588662

GALVESTON 1892 BISHOP’S PALACE SELF-GUIDED TOUR

Architectural historians list the 1892 Bishop’s Palace as one of the most significant Victorian residences in the country. Experience a rare look inside the National Historic Landmark that are typically off-limits. The selfguided tour allows access to the first floor, second floor and basement. All visitors are encouraged to wear face masks and take appropriate considerations for staff and other visitors.

When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, visit website for reservation availability

Where: 1402 Broadway Avenue J

Details: $9-$14; galvestonhistory.org/sites/ 1892-bishops-palace

GALVESTON ISLAND HISTORIC PLEASURE PIER

The Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier features familyoriented attractions, including rides, midway games, a wide selection of food venues and retail shops.

When: Noon-8 p.m. MondayThursday, noon-10 p.m. FridaySaturday and noon-9 p.m. Sunday

Where: 2501 Seawall Blvd.

Details: $19.99-$26.99; pleasurepier.com

KEMAH BOARDWALK

Kemah Boardwalk, which overlooks Galveston Bay, showcases themed restaurants, retail shops and amusement rides for the whole family.

When: Noon-8 p.m. MondayThursday, noon-10 p.m. FridaySaturday and noon-9 p.m. Sunday

Where: 215 Kipp

Details: $18.99-$39.99; kemahboardwalk.com

MOODY GARDENS

Moody Gardens, consisting of Aquarium, Rainforest and Discovery pyramids, is an educational attraction focusing on nature. Other attractions include a replica of an 1800s paddlewheel boat and the Palm Beach.