The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau

2008 News Articles
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Nov. 19, 2008	PLANET FORD SPONSORS INTERNATIONAL WINTER ON THE WATERWAY
Nov. 19, 2008	SIRENUSÉ EURO BISTRO TO OPEN SOON AT 24 WATERWAY AVENUE
Nov. 14, 2008	OUTSTANDING ENTERTAINMENT LINED UP FOR NOVEMBER 22
Nov. 14, 2008	DONOHO’S JEWELLERS RETURNS AS SPONSOR OF WINTER WONDERLAND
Nov. 13, 2008	The Woodlands Development Company Receives Special Award From the Nature Conservancy of Texas
Nov. 12, 2008	With fewer days after Thanksgiving, The Woodlands Mall extends hours on prime shopping days
Nov. 12, 2008	Shoppers turn receipts into rewards at The Woodlands Mall
Nov. 11, 2008	The Fourth Annual Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival slated for April 4 and 5
Nov. 11, 2008	Montgomery County “Heart Rock” Heart Ball
Nov. 11, 2008	Registrations Now Underway for Flag Football and Cheerleading in The Woodlands and Spring
Nov. 10, 2008	Winners of The Woodlands CVB’s “Explorer Getaway” Prize Packages announced.
Nov. 10, 2008	MARKET STREET WELCOMES A SPECIAL GUEST AT TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20
Nov. 10, 2008	Smile. Show your canines. Santa clicks with pets Monday nights at The Woodlands Mall
Nov. 10, 2008	NEW HOLIDAY SONGS AT THE FOUNTAINS AT WATERWAY SQUARE
Nov. 10, 2008	TOWN CENTER THEATRE PRESENTS WORLD PREMIERE OF MERRY CHRISTMAS, GEORGE BAILEY
Nov. 7, 2008	THE ICE RINK AT THE WOODLANDS TOWN CENTER HOSTS PREVIEW OPENING, NOVEMBER 15-16
Nov. 7, 2008	The Women’s Council of Realtors® to Host Packing Party for Operation Holidays for Heroes Care Packages
Nov. 6, 2008	THE ICE RINK CELEBRATES 10th ANNIVERSARY AT NEW LOCATION
Nov. 4, 2008	SOCIETY OF AMERICAN TRAVEL WRITERS VISITS THE WOODLANDS
Nov. 4, 2008	WILLS FOR HEROES 2008 Local Lawyers Prepare Estate Plans for Local Heroes
Nov. 4, 2008	A CELEBRATION OF LATIN MUSIC SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8
Nov. 3, 2008	You better watch out: Santa Claus is coming to The Woodlands Mall on Saturday, November 15
Oct. 30, 2008	GRIMALDI’S COAL BRICK-OVEN PIZZERIA COMING TO 20 WATERWAY AVENUE
Oct. 29, 2008	The Woodlands to Host the 2008 ASID Showhouse in East Shore, the “Garden District” of The Woodlands Town Center
Oct. 29, 2008	PARTNERSHIP OF THE WOODLANDS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY AND THE DINERSTEIN COMPANIES TO BUILD LUXURY URBAN APARTMENTS IN THE WOODLANDS WATERWAY SQUARE DISTRICT
Oct. 28, 2008	CHILDREN NEEDED FOR TOWN CENTER THEATRE PRODUCTION OF MERRY CHRISTMAS, GEORGE BAILEY
Oct. 27, 2008	Habitat for Humanity Montgomery County and local nonprofits benefit from The Giving Spree at The Woodlands Mall
Oct. 27, 2008	LAST CALL FOR INTERNATIONAL WINTER ON THE WATERWAY PERFORMERS AND VENDORS
Oct. 27, 2008	THE WOODLANDS CVB ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY EVENTS
Oct. 24, 2008	The Woodlands Wildflower Festival Poster Contest Winners Announced
Oct. 22, 2008	Seussical Director Says to ‘Expect the Unexpected’ At Creative Production in New Theater
Oct. 22, 2008	Reservations Now Being Accepted To Hear ‘No Reservations’ Celebrity Chef Anthony Bourdain At Signatures Author Series
Oct. 22, 2008	Children’s Sing-Along set for Friday, November 7 at Pottery Barn Kids at The Woodlands Mall
Oct. 21, 2008	Don T. Norrell Named President of The Woodlands Township
Oct. 20, 2008	CRUSH WINE BAR TO OPEN AT 20 WATERWAY AVENUE
Oct. 16, 2008	THE WOODLANDS “HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS” PROGRAM OFFERS $2,000 MASTERCARD TO NEW HOMEBUYERS
Oct. 15, 2008	GUINNESS WORLD RECORD TO BREAK AT MARKET STREET
Oct. 15, 2008	chamber health fair: free admission/free screenings/free to the public!
Oct. 15, 2008	Julie DeGuerre Named Event Manager
Oct. 14, 2008	Class Act Sets the Stage with the Best of Broadway
Oct. 14, 2008	WILLS FOR HEROES 2008 Local Lawyers Organize to Prepare Estate Plans for Montgomery County Hospital District EMS Personnel
Oct. 10, 2008	Conroe ISD Dedicates New Tom Cox, Sr. Intermediate School, Named in Honor of Recognized Leader in The Woodlands
Oct. 10, 2008	Halloween Costume Contest
Oct. 9, 2008	The Woodlands Repertory Theatre Presents The Sound of Music at The Nancy Bock Center for Performing Arts
Oct. 8, 2008	JUNIOR LEAGUE PRESENTS HOLIDAY SHOPPING EVENT AND COCKTAIL PART
Oct. 8, 2008	EXCLUSIVE BEAUTY STORE TO OPEN AT MARKET STREET
Oct. 8, 2008	MARKET STREET NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS FOR THIS YEAR’S OFFICIAL HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTER
Oct. 8, 2008	chamber health fair: free admission / free screenings / free to the public
Oct. 7, 2008	www.thewoodlandsmall.com Lists Holiday Job Opportunities
Oct. 6, 2008	CANCELLED: All-day Fall Family Festival at The Woodlands Mall has been cancelled
Oct. 6, 2008	All-day Fall Family Festival at The Woodlands Mall on Saturday, October 18 begins at 10:00 a.m.
Oct. 6, 2008	The Woodlands Wildflower Festival to Bloom in Cochran’s Crossing Shopping Center
Oct. 3, 2008	Trick ‘R Treat at Panther Creek for The Woodlands’ Goblins and Ghouls
Oct. 2, 2008	THE CENTER FOR HOUSTON’S FUTURE HOLDS LEADERSHIP FORUM IN THE WOODLANDS
Oct. 1, 2008	RESCHEDULED! Outdoor Auto Show at The Woodlands Mall moved to Monday, October 20 through Friday, October 31
Oct. 1, 2008	Bridal Show at The Woodlands Malls Sunday, October 19 from 11:00 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Oct. 1, 2008	Sign Up Now For The Chamber’s 2nd Annual Health Fair!
Oct. 1, 2008	MARKET STREET OFFERS HOLIDAY SHOPPING CARDS TO BENEFIT AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
Sept. 30, 2008	International Festivals & Events Association (IFEA) Announces 2008 Pinnacle Award Winners
Sept. 29, 2008	The Economic Development Partnership announces new board members
Sept. 29, 2008	Instrument Drive at The Pavilion Comes to a “Cadence”
Sept. 26, 2008	The Woodlands Mall and other GGP shopping centers support the American Red Cross Hurricane 2008 relief efforts
Sept. 26, 2008	Season Ends Early for The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Due to Damage from Hurricane Ike
Sept. 26, 2008	The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau Reports Hotels, Retailers and Most Restaurants Now Open
Sept. 26, 2008	NEW LOCATION FOR THE ICE RINK AT THE WOODLANDS TOWN CENTER
Sept. 25, 2008	BRIDGEWOOD PROPERTY COMPANY PURCHASES SITE FOR SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY
Sept. 24, 2008	Performing Arts Events Cancelled Due to Damage from Hurricane Ike
Sept. 24, 2008	The Mutt Strutt & Dog Day Afternoon Returns to The Woodlands
Sept. 24, 2008	Andrea Medina Named Township Receptionist
Sept. 23, 2008	DUE TO HURRICANE IKE, JULIUS CAESAR POSTPONED UNTIL SPRING 2009
Sept. 23, 2008	All the latest rides! Outdoor Auto Show at The Woodlands Mall Friday, October 3 through Sunday, October 12
Sept. 23, 2008	RESCHEDULED: The Woodlands Malls Bridal Show Rescheduled for Sunday, October 19 from 11:00 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sept. 23, 2008	RESCHEDULED: The Woodlands Mall postpones It’s Kids Time Tour
Sept. 18, 2008	Hurricane Ike Recovery - Where to Go for Answers
Sept. 18, 2008	The Woodlands Mall reopens Friday, September 19, 10:00 a.m
Sept. 11, 2008	POSTER CONTEST UNDERWAY FOR THE WOODLANDS WILDFLOWER FESTIVAL
Sept. 8, 2008	Especially for tweens and teens: The Woodlands Mall hosts It’s Kids Time Tour Saturday, September 27
Sept. 8, 2008	The 2008 Woodlands Celebration of Excellence Gala’s Entertaining Program is Announced
Sept. 4, 2008	The Woodlands Mall and other GGP shopping centers support the American Red Cross Hurricane 2008 relief efforts
Sept. 4, 2008	2008 Hometown Heroes Selected
Sept. 3, 2008	The Woodlands Development Company Supports the Boy Scouts
Sept. 3, 2008	Celebrate the Classics with “Music of Mozart” Sept. 19
Sept. 2, 2008	MONTGOMERY COUNTY FOOD BANK TO HOST ART CONTEST OF A DIFFERENT KIND
Sept. 2, 2008	NORTON DITTO ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR NEW STORE IN THE WOODLANDS
Sept. 2, 2008	Woodlands Theater Group Premieres Madcap Musical by Local Talents
Sept. 2, 2008	TOWN CENTER THEATRE PRESENTS NEW VISION OF SHAKESPEARE’S JULIUS CAESAR
August 27, 2008	Woodlands Swimming – A Bright Future in a New World-Class Natatorium
August 26, 2008	MARKET STREET SEEKS CHANGE FOR CHARITY APPLICANTS
August 20, 2008	UR Votes Count! The Woodlands Mall Encourages Teens to Vote
August 18, 2008	THE WOODLANDS FAMILY'S COURAGEOUS STORY
August 18, 2008	CANONGATE LAUNCHES NEW PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
August 18, 2008	ELIZABETH PARKER JOINS LJF ASSOCIATES, INC
August 13, 2008	John Mayer performed to a sold-out crowd
August 12, 2008	TOWN CENTER THEATRE COLLECTS MORE THAN 700 POUNDS OF FOOD
August 11, 2008	INSTRUMENT DRIVE AT THE PAVILION TO BENEFIT MONTGOMERY COUNTY STUDENTS
August 8, 2008	BERETTA GUN ROOM GRAND OPENING
August 8, 2008	The Dog Days of Summer Are Here
August 6, 2008	The Pavilion Partners Pre-Concert Fund-Raiser Rocked While Raising Money for Educational Programs
August 1, 2008	Jump and Jive to The Pavilion for “Zoot Suit Symphony”
July 31, 2008	ELIZABETH PARKER JOINS LJF ASSOCIATES, INC.
July 31, 2008	The Woodlands Mall to open early and close late during Tax-Free Weekend
July 29, 2008	The Woodlands Mall presents Kids’ Fair Saturday, August 16
July 21, 2008	Easterling Development Company has purchased a 5.8-acre site on College Park Drive
July 21, 2008	The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion is ranked No. 2 in the World for concert tickets sales
July 21, 2008	i9 Sports® Coming To The Woodlands - Redefining The Youth Sports Experience
July 21, 2008	The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion recognized eight full-time employees with service awards.
July 15, 2008	The Woodlands Hosts U.S. Olympic Diving Send-Off for Two Local Olympians & Coach
July 13, 2008	LOCAL TALENT FEATURED IN ASIDE PRODUCTIONS’ “AN EVENING OF ORIGINAL PLAYS”
July 11, 2008	MARKET STREET SEEKS ARTISTS FOR FALL FINE ARTS FESTIVAL
July 10, 2008	Consolidated Communications Sponsors Chamber’s July Business Luncheon
July 3, 2008	Road Closures and Trolley Schedules During The Woodlands 11th Annual Red, Hot & Blue Festival
July 1, 2008	Houston-area GGP malls support the American Red Cross central U.S. flooding and tornadoes relief efforts
July 1, 2008	Trademark Property Company Partnership Purchases Kimco’s Interest in Market Street The Woodlands
July 1, 2008	There’s always something new! G by GUESS now open at The Woodlands Mall
July 1, 2008	Class Act Productions Presents West Side Story at The Nancy Bock Center for the Performing Arts
June 27, 2008	You Can Have It “Anyway You Want It” at The Pavilion Partners Pre-Concert Fund-Raiser
June 27, 2008	ODOM WOODLANDS HOTEL L.L.C. TO BREAK GROUND FOR NEW CANDLEWOOD SUITES IN THE WOODLANDS
June 25, 2008	LensCrafters Store Opens at Market Street – The Woodlands
June 24, 2008	THE WOODLANDS CHAMBER ASSISTS WITH IOWA RELIEF FUND
June 20, 2008	TOWN CENTER THEATRE TO HOLD FOOD DRIVE FOR INTERFAITH OF THE WOODLANDS
June 17, 2008	Welcome The Chamber’s Seven Newest Board Members!
June 16, 2008	Kelly Overbeck named Business Development Manager
June 16, 2008	Houston Symphony’s “Star-Spangled Salute” Ignites the Spirit of America!
June 13, 2008	SALES BRISK IN THE GATED COMMUNITY OF CARLTON WOODS IN THE WOODLANDS
June 11, 2008	The Woodlands Hometown Gala Honorary Chair is Announced
June 11, 2008	“RUNNING MAN” SCULPTURE INSTALLED IN EAST SHORE
June 10, 2008	Peanut Butter & Jamm Comes to Market Street – The Woodlands
June 10, 2008	In celebration of America’s birthday, The Woodlands Mall to close at 6:00 p.m. Friday, July 4
June 10, 2008	Players “Drove” for Arts with the Fourth Annual Swing for the Arts Golf Tournament
June 6, 2008	The Rob Fleming Park Murals in The Woodlands’ Village of Creekside Park Win International Award
June 6, 2008	FAMILY FAVORITE, TEXAS MUSIC FESTIVAL, RETURNS TO THE PAVILION JUNE 20
June 5, 2008	TOWN CENTER THEATRE TO BRING GODSPELL TO MONTGOMERY COUNTY THIS SUMMER
June 5, 2008	Market Street Moments
June 4, 2008	The Woodlands Township Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Item from June 2
June 4, 2008	FOURTH OF JULY FESTIVITIES IN THE WOODLANDS TOWN CENTER INCLUDE HOUSTON SYMPHONY PERFORMANCE, PARADE AND 11th ANNUAL RED, HOT & BLUE FESTIVAL
May 29, 2008	STAUBACH RETAIL SELECTED TO BROKER RETAIL PROPERTIES ON THE WOODLANDS WATERWAY®
May 27, 2008	Houston Symphony Performs for Conroe ISD Fourth Graders
May 27, 2008	Take a “Musical Road Trip” with the Houston Symphony June 13
May 14, 2008	Bret Strong to Assume Chamber’s Chairmanship on September 1st
May 14, 2008	3 Houstonians win “Explorer Getaway” Packages from The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau
May 12, 2008	Houston Symphony’s Let’s Dance! Brings Toe-Tappin’ Fun to The Pavilion
May 6, 2008	FRED DOMENICK, AREA GENERAL MANAGER AND GENERAL MANAGER OF THE WOODLANDS WATERWAY MARRIOTT HOTEL & CONVENTION CENTER EARNS THE PRESTIGOUS WESTERN REGIONAL GENERAL MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
May 6, 2008	THE WOODLANDS WATERWAY MARRIOTT HOTEL & CONVENTION CENTER EARNS THE PRESTIGOUS EVENT MANAGEMENT TEAM OF THE YEAR AWARD
May 5, 2008	Market Street’s H-E-B Central Market “Blooms” For Weddings and Corporate Events
May 2, 2008	STUDENTS SCORE BIG AT THE PAVILION’S MUSICAL SCORES
May 1, 2008	The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion’s 2008 Season of the Arts
April 25, 2008	Explore the Music of Spain with Spanish Nights May 16
April 25, 2008	TOWN CENTER THEATRE TO HOLD BOOK DRIVE FOR MONTGOMERY COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM
April 24, 2008	WORKS OF LOCAL ARTISTS ON DISPLAY AT MARKET STREET’S SPRING ARTS FESTIVAL ON SATURDAY, MAY 3
April 24, 2008	MARKET STREET – THE WOODLANDS ANNOUNCES LINE UP FOR FREE SPRING CONCERT SERIES
April 22, 2008	COMEDY ALL IN THE TIMING TO OPEN TOWN CENTER THEATRE’S 2008 SEASON
April 22, 2008	TOWN CENTER THEATRE’S MASQUERADE BALL RAISES $20,000 FOR 2008 SEASON
April 22, 2008	Swing for the Arts Golf Tournament Announces Pavilion Cup Challenge
April 17, 2008	The Woodlands Development Company Supports the Women’s Center with donation for WineFest
April 16, 2008	Up With People comes to The Woodlands
April 15, 2008	The Township’s update of new wayfinding system makes debut in Town Center
April 3, 2008	THE WOODLANDS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY PLEDGES SUPPORT OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY HEROES AWARDS BANQUET
April 3, 2008	The Pavilion Partners Wine Dinner & Auction Raises More Than $104,000 for Fine Arts Scholarships and Arts Programming at The Pavilion
April 1, 2008	Disney's High School Musical 2 On Stage is coming to The Woodlands
April 1, 2008	Public Safety Heroes Awards Banquet Recognizes the Honor and Valor of 10 Heroes
April 1, 2008	New sales tax rate takes effect April 1 in The Woodlands
March 25, 2008	Get Ready to Laugh Out Loud with “Tickle Me Symphony" at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion's Season Opener April 10
March 25, 2008	John Pew named as Senior General Manager for The Woodlands Mall
March 19, 2008	THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP HONORS ELECTED OFFICIALS
March 17, 2008	THE MARTIN-BROWER COMPANY PURCHASES 12 ACRES IN THE WOODLANDS TRADE CENTER
March 17, 2008	PREMIER OF THE FOUNTAINS AT WATERWAY SQUARE, OPENING OF THE WOODLANDS WATERWAY ARTS FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHT WEEKEND CELEBRATION
March 14, 2008	Market Street Expands Children’s Clothing Offerings with Opening Of GapKids, babyGap
March 14, 2008	SINGAPORE AIRLINES INTRODUCES SERVICE TO HOUSTON WITH TWO-DAY CELEBRATION AT MARKET STREET – THE WOODLANDS
March 13, 2008	Hungry Crowd Lines Up to Roast Congressman Kevin Brady on March 29th
March 13, 2008	Come to The Chamber’s Business EXPO!
March 12, 2008	THE PAVILION PARTNERS HOSTS ANNUAL WINE DINNER & AUCTION BENEFITTING FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS
March 10, 2008	What’s hopping? The Woodlands Mall WELCOMES The Easter Bunny!
March 7, 2008	A Symphony Sensation The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion’s 2008 Season of the Arts
March 4, 2008	Escapes! Second-Home Expo - two-day extravaganza to feature worldwide vacation, retirement, investment properties.
March 3, 2008	Springtime favorites are on the menu at Williams-Sonoma cooking classes at The Woodlands Mall
February 27, 2008	Tourism in Montgomery County: a Billion-Dollar Business
February 27, 2008	TOWN CENTER THEATRE TO HOLD SUBSCRIPTION PARTY AT DOSEY DOE COFFEE HOUSE
February 22, 2008	The Woodlands, TX is Featured in *Where to Retire* Magazine
February 22, 2008	THE CYNTHIA WOODS MITCHELL PAVILION NAMES NEW MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS MANAGER
February 19, 2008	Hip hop. Hip hop. Look who’s coming! The Woodlands Mall WELCOMES The Easter Bunny!
February 15, 2008	MARKET STREET OPENS PUTT-PUTT COURSE TO NON-PROFITS
February 13, 2008	NELDA BLAIR NAMED TO UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON BOARD OF REGENTS
February 13, 2008	Boogie to beethoven gala raises more than $400,000 for The Pavilion’s endowment campaign.
February 12, 2008	Kelly Overbeck Joins The Woodlands Township and The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau as Event Manager
February 9, 2008	BEAUTY PAGEANT FOR CHILDREN, TEENS, YOUNG ADULTS
February 7, 2008	MARKET STREET HOSTS “ITALY FOR LIFE” TOUR
February 4, 2008	Volunteer Organization Offers Unique Experience for Individuals Passionate About the Arts
February 1, 2008	Party-Goers Have Their “Boogie Shoes” On and Are Ready to Dance the Night Away at “Boogie to Beethoven”
January 30, 2008	TOWN CENTER THEATRE TO HOLD SECOND ANNUAL SEASON KICK-OFF AT WOODLANDS WATERWAY MARRIOTT
January 22, 2008	MODEL SEARCH AT THE WOODLANDS MALL EVERY SATURDAY UNTIL FEBRUARY 9
January 21, 2008	Innovative Tourism Oriented Policing Conference Brings Local Public Safety and Business Groups Together
January 21, 2008	LET THE BATTLE BEGIN…CHALLENGER KENT RATHBUN AND IRON CHEF FACE OFF IN A FRENETIC CULINARY BATTLE
January 18, 2008	MARKET STREET - THE WOODLANDS WINS FINALIST AWARD FROM URBAN LAND INSTITUTE
January 16, 2008	MARKET STREET WELCOMES NEW CHILDREN’S APPAREL STORES
January 15, 2008	The Third Annual Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival Set for April 12 and 13 Sally Maxwell Named as Featured Artist
January 14, 2008	VISITOR SERVICES IN THE WOODLANDS HITS RECORD NUMBERS IN 2007
January 14, 2008	Woodforest National Bank & Woodforest Financial Services Debut a Private Banking / Financial Services Branch at The Woodlands Waterway
January 14, 2008	The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Ranks Fifth in the World Based on Ticket Sales for 2007
January 11, 2008	MARKET STREET - THE WOODLANDS ANNOUNCED AS FINALIST FOR PRESTIGIOUS REAL ESTATE AWARD
January 10, 2008	Learn cooking techniques in free classes at Williams-Sonoma at The Woodlands Mall.
January 08, 2008	MARKET STREET SEEKS ARTISTS FOR SPRING FINE ARTS FESTIVAL