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This Week in Houston #005

This Week in Houston #005

Mon Feb 10 - Sun Feb 16

Chris Hume
February 10, 2025

Welcome to another week in Houston! Don’t forget, it’s Valentine’s this Friday (February 14th). There are always Valentine’s events and special dinner deals happening around the city so if we miss one worth noting, let us know!

Events

Monday Feb 10th

Order flowers for MKT flower pop-up - https://www.beyondbloems.com/product-page/mkt-pop-up-pre-book

How It Works: Choose from our curated selection of premium blooms and complete your purchase. Be sure to usecoupon code"MKTHEIGHTS" during checkout to waive the delivery fees!
To ensure your bouquet is ready for pickup, place your order by February 12th at midnight
Pickup Time: Collect your order on Valentine's Day, February 14th, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the B1 Courtyard, next to La La Land Cafe

Tuesday, Feb 11th

Not exactly Houston but the Glen Miller orchestra is playing in Galveston - https://www.visitgalveston.com/events/the-glenn-miller-orchestra-live-in-galveston/

Wednesday, Feb 12th

Tiny Desk Concert - Houston Music Classifieds hosts a Tiny Desk Watch Party, an artist and audience mixer celebrating the hard work of local musicians on their NPR Tiny Desk Concert submissions, upstairs at Axelrad Beer Garden - See more

Rockets vs Suns - https://www.nba.com/rockets/schedule

Thursday, Feb 13th

Children’s BIngo at levy park (every week) - 4:30pm - https://www.levyparkhouston.org/calendar/

6 pm - Tai Chi and Meditation (every week) at levy park - and friday at 9am - https://www.levyparkhouston.org/calendar/

Rockets vs Golden State - https://www.nba.com/rockets/schedule

Friday! Valentine’s! Feb 14th

Valentine’s Day Lego Night Out at Houston Toy Museum

We're bringing together Houstonians for a night of fun, brick building, and celebrating Valentine's Day. Museum entry is just $10 and you'll be able to choose from more than 10 different LEGO sets of different price points. You can build one set, or more, share the fun with a partner, or do it yourself.
In addition to LEGO, we'll have beer, snacks, and a couple of favorite rom coms playing on our projector screen!
This event isn't just for couples and we welcome any kinds of groups, but it will be adults only.
Register here!

Paint by candlelight: 5-7pm and 8-10pm https://houston.colormemine.com/events/

Cupid Cruise: 6,7,8 pm - https://www.buffalobayou.org/event/cupid-cruise-3/

Enjoy a romantic cruise with memories you’ll never forget! Join Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s pontoon tour boat for a cozy cruise with your Valentine. Special beverages and chocolate bites will be provided during a romantic evening boat ride with spectacular views of downtown Houston.

Casablanca movie screening at Discovery Green: 5-8pm https://www.discoverygreen.com/event/valentines-day/

Celebrate love at Discovery Green. Activities include a free movie screening of Casablanca, special crafts, flowers and artisan chocolates for sale, and delicious food and treats from The Lake House Cafe and Churrasco. Crafts available while supplies last!

Heart Strings (Dinner + Fun): 6-10pm - https://thehealthmuseum.org/events/heartstrings/

Looking for something a little different this Valentine’s Day? Ditch the ordinary with a truly “offbeat” adventure at The Health Museum for an unforgettable evening that combines romance, education, and a dash of quirkiness!
- Three-course dinner with vegan and vegetarian options
- Unlimited beer and wine
- Interactive heart dissection experience
- Access to all museum exhibits
- Complimentary parking

Saturday, Feb 15th

Black history month at the Children’s Museum History: 10am-3pm - https://www.cmhouston.org/events/black-history-month-celebration

H-Town Locals merch?

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Fitness Events

Step up your fitness game and connect with community at local walking and running group meet-ups, weekly on Wednesday nights at M-K-T. Meet in front of Highline Park for a 2.5k social walk with Bad Gals Walk Club from 6:30 PM or a 4K social run with Good Guys Run Club from 7 PM.

7 pm - H-Town Run Club - https://sweatpals.com/event/htown-run-club-wednesday-run/2025-02-12