 THREE PROJECTS IN THE WOODLANDS WIN AWARDS FROM THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS - Three projects in The Woodlands were selected for Honor Awards by the Texas Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) at the 2007 Texas ASLA Awards Banquet held April 20, 2007. Clark Condon Associates, Inc. won an Honor Award for the landscape design of East Shore, the "Garden District" of The Woodlands Town Center. East Shore, located on the eastern edge of 200-acre Lake Woodlands , features a pedestrian-friendly residential urban environment enhanced by garden parks, street trees, ponds, and ornamental stone work and street lamps. The landscape design complements the American Classical architectural styles of the homes in this urban enclave.
TBG Partners won an Honor Award for the design of Market Street , a 34-acre "Main Street-styled" shopping, dining and event venue in The Woodlands Town Center. Developed by Trademark Properties, Inc., Market Street contains 496,000 square feet of shops and restaurants surrounding a Central Park that is a gathering place for concerts and community events. A collection of public art adds to the walkable ambiance of Market Street. The third Honor Award-winning project is the Forest Oasis Waterscape(TM) at The Woodlands Resort. Designed by the Office of James Barnett , this tropical water park includes separate pool areas for adults, families and children. A 37-foot Forest Tower features a double-helix racing slide and waterfall. The family pool includes underwater marine murals where children can dive for "treasures", and there are also computer-activated water spouts and fountains in the children's play area. "The Woodlands is known for its high aesthetic standards in preserving the natural environment, and creating built environments that complement the natural beauty of the community. We select landscape designers whose standards of excellence are equally high," said Joel Deretchin, vice president of community development for The Woodlands Development Company (TWDC) . Pictured with Deretchin (second from left) are, from left to right: Robert Heineman, vice president of planning for TWDC; Bob Bruce , manager of recreation facilities development, TWDC ; and Alex Sutton, president, TWDC.
 TWDC SPONSORING 'STAR-SPANGLED SALUTE' FOR 18 TH YEAR - Alex Sutton and Tim Welbes , co-presidents of The Woodlands Development Company (TWDC), recently presented a $60,000 check on behalf of the company to Jerry MacDonald, president and CEO of The Center for the Performing Arts at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion for sponsorship of the "Star-Spangled Salute" concert. TWDC has sponsored this traditional concert since its inception 18 years ago. The free concert will be held on Independence Day Eve, Tuesday, July 3, 2007 beginning at 8 pm at The Pavilion.
The "Star-Spangled Salute" features the world-renowned Houston Symphony with a selection of patriotic favorites led by Principal Pops Conductor Michael Krajewski. Highlights include a variety of traditional melodies including "God Bless America", Hayman's "Service Medley", Tchaikovsky's ever-popular "1812 Overture", complete with the firing of cannons, and sing-alongs. In the photo are (from left to right): Tim Welbes , co-president of TWDC; Christine Scully , director of development of The Center for the Performing Arts at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion; Alex Sutton, co-president of TWDC; Jerry MacDonald , president and CEO of The Pavilion; and Debra Staley , director of public affairs for TWDC.
 TEXAS MARINES TO HONOR THEIR OWN WITH MONUMENT IN TOWN GREEN PARK - A group of Woodlands area former Marines is spearheading an effort to erect a permanent monument for Marine Medal of Honor recipients who were born or enlisted in Texas. With their service in the Marine Corps as a common bond, Tom Early, Burt Cabanas, Jim O'Connor and Bill Leigh established the Texas Marines Medal of Honor Fund, a 501 (c) 3 organization, to assist in fundraising efforts for the project. A site in Town Green Park in The Woodlands Town Center was selected, and sculptor J. David Nunneley was commissioned to create the 10-foot high monument (pictured).
There are five Texas Medal of Honor recipients from World War II, five from the Korean War and seven from the Vietnam War whose name, rank, age and battle will be etched on the monument. Tax deductible contributions are being solicited and can be made payable to Texas Marines Medal of Honor Fund, P.O. Box 7685, The Woodlands, TX 77387.
The memorial will be dedicated on Friday, May 25, 2007 with a ceremony in Town Green Park at 11:30 am. Featured will be a brass quintet of the United States Marine Corps Band, and The Woodlands Symphony Choral Group , conducted by Maestro Dagang Chen . For more information, call Tom Early at 281-363-0019.
 3RD ANNUAL WINE & FOOD WEEK SET FOR JUNE 18-24 IN TOWN CENTER -- An exciting week-long series of events is planned for the 3 rd Annual Wine & Food Week 2007 in The Woodlands Town Center, set for Monday, June 18 through Sunday, June 24. "This year's events, each offering a distinctive food and wine experience, are expected to draw an estimated 8,000 attendees. Among the more than 40 events, favorites such as the relaxed wine walk, an elegant grand tasting, a ladies wine luncheon, and a happy hour-style tasting offering value wines, will please guests once again", according to event producers Clifton and Constance McDerby of Food & Vine Time Productions. "New features, such as a men's wine event and kids' cooking classes, ensure that there is truly something for everyone."
Events will be held at various venues throughout The Woodlands Town Center, including The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Center, Market Street and select restaurants. Events will feature renowned regional, national and international chefs as well as respected winemakers and experts from around the globe. The beneficiary of the event is New Danville , Texas' first master-planned community for mentally-challenged adults. For a complete list of Wine & Food Week events, information on sponsorship opportunities and ticket prices, visit www.wineandfoodweek.com . 
 FILM-MAKING STUDENTS TO SHOWCASE WORKS AT APPLE STORE - John Cooper School students, teachers and parents will join Upper School production teacher Andy Brown and his students for "Cooper School Night at the Apple Store", an evening presentation of their video productions created this semester. The event will take place on Tuesday, May 8 at 7 pm at the Apple Store in The Woodlands Mall. Students in Brown's elective class learn all aspects of film-making, including story design, character development, proper shooting techniques and video editing. The students use Apple computers to create original content such as custom soundtracks, titles, and special effects to add to the footage shot with video cameras. Pictured with Brown (center) at the last Cooper School Night at the Apple Store are Sam Morrow, Jack Forrestier, Wes Banner, David Seekatz, James Beattie, Nathan Childs and Michael Aquino.
 MUSICAL SCORES REWARDS STUDENTS WITH EXCLUSIVE PAVILION PERFORMANCE - Approximately 4,300 students are expected to attend the annual Musical Scores education outreach program at The Center for the Performing Arts, home of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. The event takes place Tuesday, May 8 from 10 am- 12:45 pm. Twenty-seven schools from nine school districts plan to attend this 13 th annual event. The program primarily serves "at-risk", low income, middle school students who earn the privilege to attend a special event and concert at The Pavilion by displaying model behavior and achieving specific scholastic goals. When the students reach their goal, thus achieving their "musical score", they are designated as VIPs and Super Achievers. As a reward, they are treated to a free performance, Musical Scores t-shirt and lunch at The Pavilion. For more information about Musical Scores, visit www.woodlandscenter.org .
 |  You can finally tell the kids it's time to go swimming! Get a head start on summer with a visit to select pools in The Woodlands that are now open on weekends from noon - 6 pm on Saturdays, and 1-6 pm on Sundays. The pools that are open on weekends now include Windvale, Bear Branch, Harper's Landing, Sawmill, Falconwing, Creekwood and Cranebrook. Bear Branch is also open every day from 12-6 pm, except Wednesdays. For all the information you need about pools, swim lessons and swim passes, visit www.thewoodlandsassociations.org . | |
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