Fourth of July Parade

Wake up early on Friday July 4, 2014, put on your red, white and blue and get a prime viewing spot for the exciting South County Fourth of July Parade. The 1.3-mile parade begins and ends at The Woodlands United Methodist Church, and this year’s theme is “The Lone Star - Brightest of Them all.” The parade begins at 9 a.m., with marching bands, fire engines, clowns, horses and many exciting commercial floats. A tent will be set up in front of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion for senior citizens and the physically challenged to obtain relief from the summer heat.

Harper's Preserve Hosts 4th of July Celebration

Harper's Preserve residents are invited to enjoy an All American BBQ on Saturday, July 5th, sponsored by Harper's Preserve Property Owner's Association.

The event will feature a bike parade along Harper's Way at 5 pm. Participants should arrive at Preserve Park by 4:45 pm.

BBQ and picnic style sides will be served at the Pool barn at 5:30 pm. Bring your favorite baked good for a chance to win the bake off!

Plans in the works for 40th anniversary celebration

The Woodlands Township is planning a celebration for The Woodlands’ 40th anniversary. The community was officially established on Oct. 19, 1974, and a celebration is planned for the weekend of Oct. 18–20.

Nick Wolda, director of community relations for the township and president of The Woodlands Convention and Visitors Bureau, presented the township board with possibilities for a 40th anniversary event. 

Possible celebration activities include community and family friendly events at either Northshore Park or Rob Fleming Park. 

Memorial Hermann Ironman Texas this weekend

The fourth annual Memorial Hermann Ironman Texas is scheduled for May 17, 2014 in The Woodlands. TWE! is excited that World Triathlon Corporation has selected The Woodlands for its Ironman Texas event as this world-class event is expected to bring major international exposure to The Woodlands as well as extended recognition for the surrounding community. The Woodlands is also host to several other annual sporting including Run Thru The Woods, 10 For Texas, The Muddy Trails 5K, The Woodlands Marathon, the CB&I Triathlon, as well as a wide assortment of festivals, concerts, and more.

Harper's Preserve Hosts Real Estate Agents at Plantation Homes with MCE Class

Harper's Preserve hosted a complimentary continuing education TREC Legal Update course for area Realtors taught by Dave Roedel on Friday, May 9th. Area Realtors enjoyed breakfast, lunch and a chance to win door prizes compliments of the builder's in Harper's Preserve Highland Homes and Plantation Homes. Gay Lynne Lyerly of Plantation Homes (left) awards Anita Henao of Keller Williams Realty a gift basket. Linda Stiles (center) of Better Homes and Garden Gary Greene wins the Highland Homes $50 gift card with Walter Draughn and Kelly Porter of Highland Homes.