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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JUNE 2021 PUBLISHER

Tonya Butler | tonya.butler@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

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Let’s Hear it for the Boys!

Samantha Eklund | samantha.eklund@lifestylepubs.com

THIS MONTH IT IS ALL ABOUT THE MEN. What are your favorite things about

Matthew Endersbe

the men in your life? Here at The Woodlands Lifestyle, we are always inspired by what the men in our community do and create. We truly have some talented gentlemen in our midst, and we are taking this issue to highlight some of them and learn from their experiences in life and the legacies they are creating for future generations. We also have had the opportunity to showcase our future artists from John Cooper

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Kelsey Proctor CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Amy Barnett, Melissa D’Mello, Erica Hernandez, Radhika Patel, Tonya Butler, Mari Moore, Gabi de la Rosa CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Charity Kilgore, Lenora Stein, Ray Redding, Andy Eng

School. The contest we created is the reason for the beautiful portrait featured showcasing Robert Heinemen, Mike Seder and George Lindahl. You can view the full gallery and get to know the students. While you are checking out this great art, read on about photographer, Ray Redding , and his inspiring art discovery. Enjoy the beautiful weather and everything we have to enjoy outdoors here in The Woodlands in the opening season of the Summer. Get out and play! A Big Hug and Happy Father’s Day to all our great dads!

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ON THE COVER Nancy Lee,

Senior at John Cooper School, created a portrait honoring our

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20201 Men of the Woodlands. Robert Heinemen, Mike Seder and George Lindahl.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2021

FEATURES 14 25th Anniversary Keels & Wheels Concours d’ Elegance

16 Haley Garcia Gallery of Homes 20 Gentlemen Leaving a Legacy Sophisticated – Dedicated – Focused

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29 Live Music Photographer Discovers New Path During Pandemic

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Around Town

Driver’s Notebook

Open House

City Scene

26 Road Trip 29 Inspired By 31

Realty Report

32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Artist’s palette

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AROUND TOWN

MEMORIAL HERMANN THE WOODLANDS MEDICAL CENTER TOPS OUT

set for Thursday, June 10, 2021 6:30 p.m. to 9:30

HOUSTON, April 27, 2021 – JLL’s Project and

Presented by the Richmond Realty Group RE/

Development Services today announced the

MAX The Woodlands & Spring, guests will enjoy

topping out of its latest project, a nine story,

an evening filled with fun entertainment, delicious

365,000-square-foot medical tower at Memorial

fine food by local restaurants, and refreshing

Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center. A multi-

spirits, along with an opportunity to network with

year project, the center broke ground in early

community leaders and local businesses within the

2020 and is slated to be patient-ready as a Level II

beautiful, spacious showroom of Mercedes-Benz

trauma center by the spring of 2022.

of The Woodlands located at 16917 I-45, Conroe,

p.m. at Mercedes-Benz of The Woodlands.

“Through this process, we’ve worked to ensure

just north of The Woodlands. COVID-19 safety pre-

that this tower was built exactly for the patients

cautions will include masks, sanitizers, and social

and providers who will utilize it every day,” said

distancing will be encouraged.

Kenrick. “The addition of the South Tower will

According to The Wolford Group, providing

provide much needed additional capacity and

event management since the inception of Shelter

services to the current area. Memorial Hermann

for Shelter, sponsorships are available for $1,000

is honored to serve The Woodlands community

and include two tickets. Individual tickets are $100

and looks forward to the future.”

per person. Registration is available at https://

The tower will have versatile quick-turn spaces,

youthmc.ejoinme.org/2021ShelterforShelter. For

strategic emergency entrances, more room for

more information, please contact Brooke Baugh of

navigation of machinery and increased social dis-

The Wolford Group at bbaugh@thewolfordgroup.

tancing ability in waiting rooms.

com or cell at (713) 397-3093.

For the project, Austin Commercial serves as general contractor, PhiloWilke as the architect and SSA as the engineer. Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center will service Montgomery and surrounding counties.

5TH ANNUAL “SHELTER FOR SHELTER” SET FOR JUNE 10

THE STERLING RIDGE ARTISANS AND FARMERS MARKET HAS NEW HOURS The Sterling Ridge Village Association (SRVA) has announced today the new hours for Artisans & Farmers Market at The Colonnade Shopping Center located at 30420 FM2978, The Woodlands, TX 77354. The new hours will be from 10:30 am to 2:30pm.

In its fifth year, the popular “Shelter for Shelter”

“We are responding to feedback from cus-

fundraising event benefiting YES to YOUTH -

tomers and vendors that opening up later on

Montgomery County Youth Services has been

a Sunday morning will benefit the community CONTINUED >

The sky’s the limit!

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AROUND TOWN and our sponsoring vendors.”, said Thomas Schwarzkopf, President of the SRVA. He continued by saying, “We just completed the Sterling Ridge

Fishing

Tournament

last

weekend and thought that this would be another great way to get ready for summer.” The Artisans & Farmers Market will continue to be a twice a month Sunday event on May 2nd and 16th; as well as June 6th and 20th. The July

through

December

schedule

dates will be published in June and will be available on the Sterling Ridge Facebook

page,

www.facebook

.com/sterlingridge.thewoodlands as well as the SRVA website, Sterling Ridge Village Association (sterling-ridge.org).

MONTGOMERY COUNTY FOOD BANK ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT Montgomery County Food Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Jamie Dietrich as its new Director of Development. In her role, Dietrich will oversee the food bank’s development

department

which

is responsible for donor relations, fundraising

activities,

community

outreach and marketing and communications initiatives. “We are delighted to welcome Jamie to our leadership team,” said Kristine Marlow, President and CEO of Montgomery County Food Bank. “Jamie’s passion for our mission, 10

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extensive experience and energy will advance our ability to better serve

LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE

our neighbors in need.”

CAMP AND EXHIBITION AT THE PEARL FINCHER MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS Summer Camps begin The Pearl’s 2021 Summer Art Camps will be held June 14 through August 6 (no camp the week of July 5). Camps will focus on contemporary art in keeping with the museum’s summer exhibition, and include projects with painting, drawing, collage and other mixed media. Camps will be held Monday through Friday, with ages 5 to 8 from 9:30 a.m. to noon, and ages 9 to 12 from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuition is $225 per week, or $200 for museum members. Chaney Family Exhibition Opens The Pearl’s summer exhibition, The Chaney

Family:

Contemporary

Art Collection, showcases unique holdings from the collections of the Chaney Family. Jereann Chaney, along with daughter Holland, has

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been a longtime advocate of the arts. She and husband Robert Chaney began collecting art in the early 1990s with a focus on younger, contemporary artists. The

Chaney

Family exhibition

opened at the Pearl on Saturday, May 22, and continues through August 21, 2021. It includes a range of work from more than 35 artists, including largescale sculptures and installation art.

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TRULUCK’S DONATES $600 TO CHILDREN’S SAFE HARBOR Truluck’s Seafood Steak and Crab House - The Woodlands recently presented a $600 donation to Children’s Safe Harbor with proceeds from their networking breakfast which they host each month for The Woodlands Chamber of Commerce. During each meeting, a non-profit organization is featured. Cyndi Alvarado, Vice CONTINUED >

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AROUND TOWN President of Membership for The Woodlands Chamber, and Dr. Dawn Schwab of Spinal Care Chiropractic Center who is a member of The Chamber’s

networking

breakfast

team, nominated Children’s Safe Harbor to be featured at the meeting. Half of the proceeds of each member’s $10 breakfast tab was donated by Truluck’s to the nonprofit, which provides specialized services to child victims in response to trauma from physical abuse, sexual assault, neglect, sex trafficking, or witnessing violence. Dr. Victoria Constance, Executive Director of Children’s Safe Harbor, said, “We are so thankful for the generosity of Truluck’s and their partnership with our community. Amid this pandemic, every dollar counts to help the children of our community who are experiencing horrific trauma and abuse.” Children’s Safe Harbor is a 501c3 For

nonprofit more

corporation.

information,

visit

www.childrenssafeharbor.org.

GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION AT THE LANDING AT AUGUSTA WOODS The team at The Landing is ready to introduce and open up their beautiful new vibrant community with tours scheduled from 1 pm to 4 pm on Saturday, June 26th. Do not miss this opportunity to get a first-hand peek at this beautifully well-appointed new senior living facility complete with well-designed outdoor living spaces with pools, chef prepared menus in their own new dining facility, plenty of life-enriching programs, and social activities. Discover a new place for inspired living. Door Prizes, Delicious Hors’d’Oerves, Signature Cocktails, and Live Music make for a fun day to explore The Landing at Augusta Woods. Contact us at 346.268.2001 for more information. We are located at 7727 Augusta Pines Drive in Spring, TX 77379. 12

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THIRD COAST ORGANIC FOODS DEBUTS, POURING DELICIOUSNESS ON SALADS Six long-time Montgomery County residents have recently launched Third Coast Organic Foods, a certified organic food manufacturing business, offering a variety of sugar-free organic wine vinaigrette salad dressings. These

delicious

and

healthy

vinaigrettes come in five flavors: Raspberry Wine, Lemon Mustard, Classic Red Wine, Balsamic Italian, and Haute Pepper. By design, they are very light in texture and taste, so they won’t overwhelm the natural flavors of the salad’s ingredients. Each is made with organic and non-GMO ingredients, with no sugar added. The family-owned organic food manufacturing plant operates from their newly-developed commercial kitchen located in south Conroe, in the northeast area of I-45 and Hwy. 242 just north of The Woodlands. For more information and to order products, visit ThirdCoast OrganicFoods.com. Also, check them out on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/third coastorganicfoods and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/third coastorganicfoods/.

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DRIVER’S NOTEBOOK PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANDY ENG

2 5T H A N N I V E R S A RY KEELS & WHEELS CONCOURS D’ ELEGANCE

KEELS & WHEELS IS A NATIONALLY ACCLAIMED CLASSIC CAR AND VINTAGE BOAT SHOW WHICH FEATURES APPROXIMATELY 200 CARS AND 100 BOATS. Raising more than $1.8 million for local charities, Keels & Wheels attracts thousands of visitors from all over the country and the world. The event is hosted by the Lakewood Yacht Club in Seabrook, TX. 14

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Peter Miles and Aaron Shelby. Peter Miles is the son of Ken

Both grand marshals compliment the three stunning featured

Miles, legendary British race car driver, and designer who

vehicles from the 2019 award-winning drama, Ford v. Ferrari.

was part of the dynamic Shelby American Team that beat

Featured are the stunning replicas

the Italian Ferrari Group in the 24 Hours of Le Mans race in 1966. Aaron Shelby is the grandson of Carroll Shelby, the

+ 1966 Blue Livery GT 40 #1

Texas racer and car developer who not only led the Shelby

+ Red Ferrari 330 P3 #27

American Team to victory but also actively worked with Ford to perfect the Cobra GT40 and Mustang vehicles. This year, the show headlines Ford v. Ferrari movie race cars, and the Grands Marshals are Peter Miles & Aaron Shelby.

Several of our own Montgomery County residents showcased their beloved cars and boats in the show this year including… CityLifestyle.com/TheWoodlands

OPEN HOUSE

East Shore - $2.3s

Haley Garcia

Haley Garcia Gallery of Homes

East Shore - $1.1s

HALEY GARCIA GROUP IS AN AWARD-WINNING AND TOP-PRODUCING REAL ESTATE TEAM WITH LOCATIONS IN HOUSTON AND THE WOODLANDS. A group of experienced and talented real estate professionals with decades of experience, the group has closed over $350 million in real estate since its inception in 2015. Haley Garcia, the group’s namesake and leader is a native Houstonian who has committed herself to the Greater Houston market for over 22 years winning multiple awards over the years as a top producer in publications such as Houston Business Journal as an individual prior to forming her group of professionals to serve her clients. Known as one of the area’s top luxury producers, Haley has seen many market changes over the past two decades—the current market being the most competitive. In this record-breaking market, Haley and her team have devel-

Creekside Park - $700s

oped strategies that promote fewer days on the market and generate multiple offers for their sellers. Similarly, they guide their buyers to craft winning contracts for multiple offer properties. Because her listings are selling within a matter of days and most with multiple offers, this “Open House” section actually features some of the properties that Haley has sold in 2021. With the shift in our values and local market, if you are interested in your home’s current market value or if you want to have an honest conversation about monopolizing this seller’s market and where you may potentially move, please reach out to Haley for a private consultation either over the phone or in person. You can learn more about Haley and her team as well as browse her available listings and coming soon list at haleygarciagroup.com. Waterway Square - $600s 16

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East Shore - $1.6s

East Shore - $1.1s

Bender Landing Estates - $1.0s

Cochran's Crossing - $700s

East Shore - $700s

Creekside Park - $600s

Mostyn Manor - $500s

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CITY SCENE ARTICLE THE WOODLANDS

CONVERTING CITIES INTO ZERO WASTE COMMUNITIES

WANDERER - MELISSA D'MELLO

M Y C I T Y LI F E “BE THE CHANGE!” is local resident and Zero Waste owner Leonardo Brito’s motto. Started in 2019, Leo, a Venezuelan-American recognized the need for alternate accessible options to dispose of yard and food waste and divert them away from landfills. Zero Waste’s goal is not only to reduce waste but to take waste that can break down and feed it back to the earth. To achieve this, they provide convenient curbside pickup services collecting food waste right from your doorstep. Zero Waste then works with Nature’s Way, a local composting facility to combine it with yard waste from the community to create compost filled with valuable nutrients that they use in landscaping projects to close the loop on the food lifecycle. Last year, Zero Waste collected and diverted over 23,000 pounds of food waste through just an 8-week pilot with West University Place! The program was so successful that they recently started a program in The Heights and plan to start these initiatives in more communities around the greater Houston area. In The Woodlands, Zero Waste has partnered with Houston Advanced Research Center (HARC) to

If you are looking to be a part of the change, take the next step

provide residents an opportunity to learn about food

and learn more about this amazing sustainable business at

waste diversion as well as an easy responsible way to

www.zerowastethewoodlands.com.

dispose of their food scraps and other compostables. The free drop-off is offered every Saturday at HARC’s location off Gosling Rd. Zero Waste collects compost from residential as

leader, Melissa has lived in three countries and adopted

well as commercial organizations. They work with The

the pine tree-lined suburb of Houston as home. A born

Houston Zoo, The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival,

explorer, she is always on the quest to find new and old

The Woodlands Children’s Museum as well as private

local hidden gems. She loves spending time growing

schools around Houston to reduce their environmen-

her own small business and supporting local nonprofits.

tal footprint. They even offer a self-service option at

Find her online as The Woodlands Wanderer!

Artisan Culture, a local eco-friendly coffee shop.

A resident of The Woodlands and active community

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ARTICLE ERICA HERNANDEZ, RADHIKA PATEL, MARI MOORE AND TONYA BUTLER | PHOTOGRAPHY CHARITY KILGORE

SOPHISTICATED – DEDICATED – FOCUSED

THE WOODLANDS IS FULL OF SOME OF THE MOST TALENTED PEOPLE IN THE COUNTRY AND WE HAVE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO SIT DOWN AND TALK WITH THREE MEN THAT HAVE BEEN A PART OF THE WOODLANDS SINCE ITS INCEPTION IN THE 1970S THAT HAVE PLAYED IMPRESSIVE ROLES. Their genuine love and dedication have made a difference and their passion shines through as you read their stories. Visionary and Architect, Robert Heineman, leads a legacy known as The Woodlands Waterway and The Art Fund providing public art throughout The Woodlands. Robert’s persistence in not allowing “No” for an answer, allowed a drainage ditch to be transformed into a major town-side amenity. Persistence and a vision is just two of the wonderful traits Robert brought with him when he came to work for George Mitchell. Philanthropist and Leader, George Lindahl, continues to actively be involved in leadership roles throughout our non-profit community and selflessly contributes monetarily to these great causes as well. He is tireless when it comes to public service and takes great pride in being able to make a difference. He has touched many young people’s lives and truly made a difference. Our dedicated and focused Entrepreneur, Mike Seder, has changed the way we see Real Estate in The Woodlands. His vision has always been to create a culture of doing good business with homegrown values. Mike has witnessed each Village’s development and has been instrumental in bringing builders, investors, and realtors to our community

One of Robert Heinemen's favorite sculptures in town is Acrobática sculpture in Hughes Landing 20

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Gentlemen L e av i n g a L e g a cy

ROBERT HEINEMEN, A LIFETIME OF URBAN PLANNING AND DESIGN WOODLAND'S PLANNER ROBERT HEINEMEN LEAVES COMMUNITY LEGACY It was a newspaper clipping that changed Robert Heinemen’s life. In 1971, while studying for his master’s degree at Harvard University, Robert received a clipping from his parents that told of an obscure little design project called The Woodlands. The project was the vision of legendary Texas wildcatter George P. Mitchell, but it would be Robert’s design work that would lay the foundation for what it is today. Over his prolific 48-year career, Robert would help transform The Woodlands from a piney forest to a self-sustaining, master-planned community. He drew up the original diagram for The Woodlands in a “napkin sketch” and has been involved in planning nearly intricate detail of the area including the Town Center and The Woodlands Waterway. It was Robert’s vision, along with a team of planners and developers, that transformed a drainage ditch into the iconic Woodlands Waterway. One of the waterway bridges now even bears his name. This spring, Robert retired after nearly a half-century career, including 36 years as Howard Hughes Corporation’s vice president of planning and design. And though the architecture is his public legacy, his efforts and interests go far beyond. With a penchant for antiques and restoring old things, Robert is a fascinating character. He developed his own quirky real-estate board game that was sold in major department stores. He’s restored several classic wooden boats and once saved a Galveston Victorianera home scheduled for demolition. He collects crazy quilts and antique safes -- one of which dates back to an 1880s saloon west of Houston. That was long before oilman George P. Mitchell would forever change the future of the region and Robert’s life trajectory. Thinking back to his early career in the 1970s, Robert remembers Mitchell’s infectious confidence and optimism. The oilman would stroll the hallways on the 38th floor of One Shell Plaza downtown Houston with a booming voice that caught everyone’s ear. Mitchell, Robert says, knew that planning for the future was more important than the present.

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A portion of George Lindahl's Geode and Gem Collection

GEORGE LINDA HL, THE WOODL A ND’S LOCA L PHIL A NTHROPIST FROM CORPORATE SUCCESS TO CHANGING LIVES! Success and significance. George Lindahl has achieved both in paramount ways. George comes from an impressive background; having graduated from The University of Alabama, he went on to have a successful 40-year career in the oil and gas industry and ran two Fortune 500 companies. However, he soon realized, “it’s time to do something else, give back and help others.” George found his passion, “you have to find what touches your heart,” and goes by what he likes to call the “5 L’s” – the least, the last, the lost, the lonely, and the looked over. He has been on the board of 17 different charities, including Goodwill Houston, and continues to dedicate his time to charities through his primary commitment as a volunteer and main fundraiser at Angel Reach - a non-profit organization helping the homeless youth. George has genuinely been able to make his mark in transforming the lives of young children through this 4-year program, “I’ve mentored ten boys in nine years and half of them made it, I took all of them to Honduras.” This is a special mission for George, visiting Honduras for the past 18 years to help finance building homes, and is a mission trip he plans on continuing at least four times a year. George serves as a board member of many organizations, including the Museum of Science, a lifetime member of Goodwill Houston, as well as serving as the advisory board chairman of Interfaith in The Woodlands, to name a few. When George isn’t serving his community, he enjoys spending family time with his nine grandkids and is an avid Alabama football supporter. 22

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MIKE SEDER “EXCELLENCE IS NEVER AN ACCIDENT” Mike Seder’s passion for Real Estate is a family trait. It began with Mike’s mom, who was a Real Estate agent in Pittsburgh. There are currently four family members in Real Estate and soon his daughter will make it five. The Seders have been in The Woodlands for 43 years and are dedicated to working with local non-profits, helping victims of abuse and neglect, especially children. Mike served on The Woodlands Vision Committee and was honored with a street named after him, Seders Walk. His most satisfying moment in business was the first time he was awarded the Re/Max #1 Individual Agent in the World. Rather than investing in stocks, Mike invests in the community through flipping and leasing properties. The Seders own homes in Florida and New Mexico where they can relax and recharge on the beach or in the mountains.

The success of Mike Seder Real Estate comes from self-motivation, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to take risks, but more importantly, from the excellent care they give their clients. Mike believes that getting to know your clients and their needs and making things happen for the families is what makes good business, the money comes second. Finding the perfect home and making the transaction as flawless as possible is what cultivates referrals and repeat business. He always tries to set a good example for his team by not swaying from his values, and his group of agents support each other’s successes. Mike’s advice for a successful Real Estate career is, put your clients’ needs before your own, listen and be prepared to work seven days a week. Be willing to make yourself stand out. Mike’s savvy expertise in marketing his homes professionally for his clients has made him “stand out” in his market. It is all about the passion for this business.

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ROA D T R I P DE S T I N AT IO N : F R E DE R IC K S BU RG

PLAN A SUMMER ROAD TRIP TO THE TEXAS HILL COUNTRY AND FALL IN LOVE WITH FREDERICKSBURG.

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ARTICLE GABI DE LA ROSA

THE TEXAS HILL COUNTRY HAS BEEN A MECCA FOR

TRAVELERS FOR CENTURIES. Before Germans settled in

Anyone visiting Fredericksburg will have an abun-

Fredericksburg in the mid-1800s, its scenic vistas, an abun-

dance of activities at their fingertips. One of the most

dance of fertile soil, and temperate climate were a favorite

popular outdoor attractions is Enchanted Rock. Located

of the Native Americans. These days, Fredericksburg is a

18 miles north of the city, the pink granite rock dates back

modern convergence of German, Spanish, and Mexican

more than one billion years and offers visitors hiking,

cultures, culminating in a unique experience.

camping, and picnicking opportunities. If you’re search-

Lured by its small-town atmosphere coupled with all

ing for beautiful Texas views, LBJ State Park & Historic

the amenities of a larger city, guests seeking relaxation,

provides them and so much more. The working ranch

beautiful views, and plenty of outdoor fun have a great

is a throwback to ranches of the 1960s and 70s during

deal to enjoy. Its location in the center of Texas makes it a

President Johnson’s era. Visitors can catch a glimpse of

prime weekend destination for travelers, as well.

cattle, longhorn, and even bison on the property, as well

This year, Fredericksburg will celebrate its 175th anni-

as take in the President’s home nicknamed “The Texas

versary, making it a perfect time to plan a getaway. You’re

Whitehouse” and his private plane nicknamed “Airforce

never more than a few miles away from great food and wine,

One Half” because of its small size. Sauer-Beckmann

exciting history, or a beautiful outdoor setting to explore.

Living History Farm, adjacent to LBJ Ranch, is also worth a visit. It is a unique historical experience with park rang-

STAY Fredericksburg is famous for its charming Sunday

ers wearing period clothing and working on the farm using methods from the 1800s.

Houses. The small cottage-like houses are available to

As much as Fredericksburg is known for its Texas

rent throughout the city and were built in the 19th cen-

charm and history, it is also known for its shopping. Main

tury as second houses for German families who lived in

Street is bustling with specialized boutiques, art galleries,

remote areas. The drive to church each week was too

and home décor. Visit Flying Cow Tallow for a distinctive

long to make in one day, so the families popularized

take on skincare, as well as ultra-chic San Saba Soap

the second dwelling for weekend use. The modernized

Company for decadent smelling sundries. If you are on

houses are available on Airbnb or VRBO, but you’ve got

the hunt for art, Artisans, A Texas Gallery offers a wealth

to be quick because they rent out very quickly – visitors

of Texas-made art with everything from sculptures, pot-

love their history and Texas charm.

tery, paintings, and jewelry.

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Husband and wife team John and Evelyn Washburn might be the king and queen of Fredericksburg foodies. Together they own four restaurants ranging from upscale German cuisine at Otto’s German Bistro to family-friendly Tubby’s EAT/DRINK

Ice House, La Bergerie, a wine and cheese shop,

With more than 50 wineries and tasting rooms

as well as Caliche Coffee Bar. Any one of their

in the city, Fredericksburg is at the heart of Texas

four establishments is worth a stop – the cou-

wine country. Texas ranks 5th on the list of most

ple’s attention to not only atmosphere but flavors

wine-making facilities per state, and wine lovers

make each dining experience commendable.

will enjoy every type and variety of Texas-made

Altstadt Brewery, ranked 4th top brewery in

vino. Kick off your tour with a visit to Narrow Path

America, is an expansive brewery, restaurant, and

Winery, a family-owned boutique winery offering

Biergarten. There is no need to get out your pass-

small-batch wines. Be sure to pick up a bottle of

port for a traditional German experience with live

their flavorful rosé and viognier before they sell

German music on weekends and a Bavarian-

out. If you are planning a meal with your wine

inspired menu. You’ll also want to save room

tasting, Signor Winery offers gourmet bites to

for the many snacks and treats Fredericksburg

pair perfectly with their wine. The fourth-gener-

has to offer. Fuel up for your days of exploring at

ation Texas family takes pride in their beautifully

Twisted Sisters Bake Shop and stop in for a giant

modern setting and upscale atmosphere.

pretzel at Pritzer Sweet Shop.

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INSPIRED BY ARTICLE AMY BARNETT

live music photographer discovers new path during pandemic

SPRING OF 2020 PAINTED A VACANT SCENE IN DOWNTOWN HOUSTON. The once-busy intersections may have looked like a ghost town, but for Ray Redding, aka TexasRedd, the empty pavement became a pallet of possibilities.

Ray Redding

For 30 years, Redding has made a name for himself as a live music photographer in Houston. But when the pandemic halted live shows, he decided to make the most of the great outdoors and explore the city’s miles of bike trails. That’s when he discovered art where he least expected it. “Think about the nature of riding a bike. You are always looking down to make sure you don’t hit a pothole,” said Redding. “As I’m riding, I start seeing a pattern show up. I’m looking at shapes, texture, and color, and it just so happens the pallet is the street, literally passing beneath my wheels.” Redding is referring to spray-painted concrete temporarily tattooed by road crews that know exactly what each colored line or “X” means. Add the sun baking down on these urban hieroglyphics and cars driving over them, and Redding saw something spectacular. “If you look at just little segments at a time, there’s a really interesting story going on there. I realized I had never seen the street in this kind of way,” added Redding. Some of his photographs are geometric in nature and resemble flags; others are more subtle or look like naturally occurring graffiti. Redding hopes people will look at this new art project and realize, if you tune into your surroundings, you can always find the elements of art. Ray Redding has gained an international following on social media for his inspiring photography. Follow him on Instagram at @texasreddimages.

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NEIGHBORHOOD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Cochrans Crossing

$3,875,000.00

100%

5 full 4half

Carlton Woods

$3,750,000.00

$3,550,000.00

249

95%

6 full 2 half

Cochrans Crossing

$2,955,000.00

$2,825,000.00

642

94%

6 full 2 half

Sterling Ridge

$2,295,000.00

$2,123,750.00

93%

5 full 2 half

Carlton Woods

$1,985,000.00

$1,975,000.00

163

99%

4 full 2 half

Carlton Woods

$2,195,000.00

$1,950,000.00

89%

5 full 1 half

Carlton Woods

$1,995,000.00

$1,825,650.00

92%

4 full 2 half

Carlton Woods

$1,950,000.00

$1,730,000.00

424

89%

6 full 4 half

Sterling Ridge

$1,750,000.00

$1,700,000.00

97%

5 full 2 half

Carlton Woods

$1,799,888.00

$1,695,000.00

94%

4 full 3 half

This data is a sampling of sold properties from a previous month. Source: IRES MLS system.

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JUNE

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

Dining al fresco is first come, first served. Reservations for indoor dining is recommended. 11 am - 3 pm every Sunday.

LATIN NIGHT

Como Social Club

Thursday nights are Latin Night at Como! Come dance the night away with your favorite cocktails and sultry tunes from the Latin duo, Veronica and Brandon! 9 pm - 12 am Every Thursday Night!

17 ROCK THE ROW

Hughes Landing Band Shell

Enjoy

live

music

scenic

Lake

Woodlands on Thursday evenings this

THE WOODLANDS MAGAZINE BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

fall at Hughes Landing! Rock the Row features local and regional bands play-

Champions School of Real Estate

ing a variety of favorites. Don’t forget to

Come out to the networking event of

stop by Restaurant Row to enjoy Happy

the Year as The Woodlands Lifestyle

Hour specials before the concert or lis-

Magazine and Champions School of

ten from their patios! 7 pm - 9 pm

PADDLE WITH YOUR PUP

from 5 pm to 7 pm. Tour the beautiful

Real Estate host Business after hours

LAKES EDGE BOAT HOUSE

new facility and meet our partners in

Bring your best friend and join The

business,

Woodlands

Neighborhood

your business and learn everyone's

Watch and Montgomery County Sheriff’s

story. You must RSVP for this event at

Office at Lakes Edge Boat house to learn

https://www.woodlandschamber.org/

Cars & Coffee presents Velotica – Exotics

about water safety and crime preven-

events/details/business-after-hours-

on Market Street! Join the community and

tion. Win prizes and treats. Life jackets

06-08-2021-11339

fellow car enthusiasts every 3rd Saturday

are available for use at no cost upon

You must be a member of the chamber

of the month from 8:00 am – 11:00 am.

request. Learn More: www.hellowood-

or attend as a guest of a member.

Township

make

connections,

grow

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SCUDERIA EXOTIC CAR SHOW MARKET STREET

pup-events/.

2ND SATURDAY AT THE DEPOT OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT Tomball Depot

WATERWAY NIGHTS - SUMMER SERIES

stirred into a pot full of the official food of

Join us for a FREE socially distanced

Texas. It’s Tomball’s annual Honky Tonk

TOMBALL DEPOT

movie in the park! Bring your snacks

Chili Challenge, an afternoon filled with

Enjoy live music by local and regional

& lawn chairs and get ready to watch

tunes from the days of Patsy Cline and

performers in Waterway Square at

Wonder Park. 8pm to 10pm

Hank Williams, and a CASI sanctioned

watch-to-host-paddle-with-your-

Waterway Nights. Waterway Nights makes for an eventful night out in The Woodlands Town Center. 6:30 - 8:30 pm June 5 – Donavan Keith (Soul/R&B) June 12 – Say Yes, Juliet (Indie/Alternative) June 19 – Yelba (Latin/Variety) June 26 – Level One Band (Motown/Funk)

HONKY TONK CHILI CHALLENGE CITY OF TOMBALL

Relive the days of old-style honky tonkin’

chili cook-off with teams from across the

state. 11 am - 5 pm

THE WOODLANDS PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB ANNUAL CONTEST WINNERS EXHIBITION GLADE CULTURAL CENTER

THE WOODLANDS PHOTOGRAPHY

SUNDAY BRUNCH LIVE MUSIC

The Winners of the 2020 Woodlands

CLUB ANNUAL CONTEST WINNERS EXHIBITION & OPEN HOUSE

Avanti Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar

Photography Club Contest will be on

Would you like to get in touch with

Avanti's patio makes for the perfect spot to

Display at the Glade Cultural Center.

us? We would love to hear from you!

have a meal and take in some live music!

Members, Guests, and Visitors are all

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welcome to enjoy Light Libations and

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Beautiful Photography. 5:30-9:00 pm.

link and let us know what you think.

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