It's September so...the year is basically over, right?

I have a Fall birthday, the Holidays are coming, and so is cooler weather. There are many reasons to enjoy this wonderful season and hopefully some of the events below can be added to your list.

Feeding the fish at Bass Pro in Katy

Also, I know we are in Houston so Fall will either last 32 minutes, or just won't happen-- but I'm okay with that! Ill have my boots and leggings ready, so I can enjoy those 32 minutes properly :)

Speaking of enjoying, if you are ready for Holidays to begin, don't rush too fast-- take a look at these wonderful family friendly events that are happening in September!

• If you are looking for something to do on Labor Day the Houston Zoo is open for Chill Out at the Zoo until 8pm, so avoid the crowds and the sun and come late! Remember if your family receives state assistance, you may be eligible for a discounted ticket for all member in your group. 

• · Houston Restaurant Week is a great way for you to try some fancy schmancy restaurants for cheap--- I found this link ( from Houstons Mom's Blog)with Restaurants that are kid friendly   HMB’s curated list of family-friendly option

•  I love trying new things with my son, so we have done a lot together, but this is TOTALLY new for even me. Free Flamenco Dance classes for kids is being offered on September 5 at MECA at 6 pm. Try it out and hit up one of the Restaurant Week spots with your little one for dinner.  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-flamenco-dancing-lesson-for-kids-by-undebel-flamenco-at-meca-houston-tickets-49522981571?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

• Remember that you can always go to the Houston Public Library and check out their flip kits to receive a pass for 4 to the Childrens Discovery Center and Children's Museums. These flipkits are amazing ways to enhance literacy and numeracy skills with your young learners-- and their FREE with a library card!  Here’s a list of what going on in September:
  https://www.childrensdiscoveryfb.org/event/read-like-a-boss-ww

• If you are near the Katy area on September 8th stop by their Craft Show for a look at homemade and one of a kind goods. Great way to get started on Christmas shopping early, and admission is free for the whole family. 

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  Igbo Lessons for Kids + Stem follow me @urbankidinthecity for more information

  If you've never been to Blessington Farms, you need to pack up your bags and stop reading this blog and GO NOW! It's Amazing-- the things you dreamt about doing as a kid...well for me.. They have hay rides, jumbo slides ( for all ages-- yes adults to!), food, face painting, berry and pumpkin picking and so much more. I went a few years ago with my son, and he still remembers every detail!  

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  Chick Fil A has great chicken, but they also have great family events. This month they are sponsoring a painting with Mommy (I'm sure dads are invited too) for free. They are also having a Pajama Party at the Higway 6 and Bellaire location. You do need to sign up, and if this location is not in your area-- all Chick Fil A's have family nights. So find the one nearest you and sign up for their events. 

• I am REALLY looking forward to this event. STEM is everything know, and my son is obsessed with Science-- I can't wait to take him to Idea Labs for their STEM and Coding session for kids-- if you don't know what Coding is you need to bring your kids here #takeitfromateacher  AND it's only $15 for a 2 hour session with a take home activity. Here's the link:  Open Lab at Idea Lab Kid
  
  
  

The next two events are for Mental Health/Breast Cancer Awarness, but are open for all kids and families. 

• If you want your child to learn about healthy self defense techniques or if you are a cancer survivor, or deal with mental health issues then these events are for you. So often we forget to take care of our whole self. These are events that allow you to do that in a safe, family friendly and fun way

                                           Family Fun Day for Breast Cancer Awarness

Free Self Defense Class for Kids

Bass Pro Labor Day Family Event 

Last but not least, Houston Playhouse on the Praire puts on a wonderful performance each month at Prohibition Theater. The show is very interactive and family friendly. By family friendly I mean there's cupcakes and arts and crafts before the show, and mimosas for the big people during the show. Kids get called up to participate in the show and also get a chance to meet the cast after the performance is over. This month they are showing Peter Pan, so bring your Tinkerbells and Lost Boys and enjoy the show. 

Something for the teachers and homeschool mommies:

Katy Budget Books Monthly Event

Katy Budget books offers monthly STEM and Author events for your kids. They also have DEEPLY discounted used books in good shape to help you build your classroom library!