281-474-9142. www.hcpl.net/location/eve- lyn-meador-branch-library 18 LEARNMORE ABOUT ASTRO- NAUT NEIL ARMSTRONG As part of its celebration of the Apollo 11 mission’s 50th anniversary, Space Center Houston will serve dinner and screen a spe- cial documentary called “Armstrong.” This film shows the life story of the first man on the moon, Neil Armstrong, from his child- hood in Ohio to where he went after he made history in July 1969. The documen- tary includes home videos Armstrong took himself and unseen footage fromNASA. All ages. 6-8 p.m. $39.95 (adults), $24.95 (chil- dren). 1601 E. NASA Parkway, Houston. 281-244-2100. www.spacecenter.org 19 HEAR FROMAN APOLLO 11 FLIGHT DIRECTOR Continuing Space Center Houston’s cele- bration of the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11, NASA flight director Gene Kranz will give a special talk about his experience at Apollo Mission Control during the historic Apollo 11 moon landing. The event kicks off with a dinner with Kranz. This event has limited capacity. All ages can attend. 5:45-8 p.m. $99.95. 1601 E. NASA Parkway, Houston. 281-244-2100. www.spacecenter.org 24 ENJOY AN APOLLO-THEMED CONCERT On July 24, 1969, the crew from Apollo 11 splashed down in the ocean. On its 50th anniversary, The Fab 5 will perform a “magical mystery tour” through the 1960s and beyond with Beatles hits to wind down Space Center Houston’s many events celebrating the first moon landing. The party will include activities and exhibits of Apollo-era artifacts. Food and drinks will be available to buy. All ages are welcome. 6-10 p.m. $29.95 (adults), $24.95 (seniors age 65 and older), $24.95 (children ages 4-11), free (age 3 and younger). 1601 E. NASA Parkway, Houston. 281-244-2100. www.spacecenter.org AUGUST 03 OBSERVE THE CELESTIAL HEAVENS Residents can gather at Rustic Oaks Park the first Saturday of every month through November for a night of amateur astrono- my. The monthly events include a 100-inch model of the solar system, information about major constellations, telescope ob- servation of stars and planets, and binocu- lar astronomy demonstrations. 7-9:30 p.m. Free.5101 Orange Blossom Court, League City. 210-792-3255 or 210-810-7895.
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EXPLORE AHAUNTEDBATTLESHIP BATTLESHIP TEXAS STATE HISTORIC SITE
Haunted Rooms America will lead an overnight ghost-hunting event aboard the USS Battleship Texas, which is rumored to be one of the most haunted locations in Texas. $179. 3523 Independence Parkway, La Porte. www.hauntedrooms.com/battleship-texas
JULY 07 WORTH THE TRIP: HEAR LIVE MUSIC AT A VINEYARD Haak Vineyards and Winery will host live music from Brazoria County band Whiskey Daniels, which formed in 2016 in Danbury, Texas. Attendees can hear popular country tunes with some classic rock mixed in while also enjoying premiumHaak wines and gourmet concessions. Guests should bring their own lawn chairs in case Haak runs out, and guests can also bring their own wine glasses if they do not want to drink from a plastic cup. All ages. 6-9 p.m. $7 (advance), $10 (at the door), free (children under 12). 6310 Ave. T, Santa Fe. 409-925-1401. www.haakwine.com 08 THROUGH AUG. 5 TREAT YOUR CHILDREN TO GOLF LESSONS Topgolf Webster will host its Kids Summer Academy until early August. This is a five- day summer programwhere children play and learn about the fundamental mechan- ics of golf. Each student will receive in- depth, hands-on attention and instruction from professional golf teachers in a relaxed environment. This program is designed for children ages 6-12. 9 a.m.-noon. $199 (per child). 21401 Gulf Freeway, Webster. 281-657-1300. www.topgolf.com/us/webster 13 ATTEND A ‘STARWARS’ FESTI- VAL AT THE LIBRARY The Evelyn Meador Branch Library will host a festival to celebrate all things “Star Wars.” The event will include “Star Wars”-themed games, arts and crafts, photograph oppor- tunities, and appearances by mysterious special visitors. The event is for all ages. 2-4 p.m. Free. 2400 N. Meyer Ave., Seabrook.
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JULY 20
50-YEAR PARTY SPACE CENTERHOUSTON
On July 20, 1969, Apollo 11 landed on the moon. Space Center Houston is celebrating the 50th anniversary with all-day events. All ages. 9 a.m.- midnight. $49.95 (nonmembers), $20 (members), $250 (VIP nonmembers), $212.50 (VIP members). 1601 E. NASA Parkway, Houston. 281-244-2100. www.spacecenter.org
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JULY 27
LISTEN TOSOUL CHELSEAWINE BAR
Chelsea Wine Bar will host a performance of soul artist Anitra Jay, an acoustic singer and songwriter based in Houston. Jay has roots in jazz and gospel music and working on her fourth album. Ages 21 and older. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Free. 4106 E. NASA Parkway, Ste. F, El Lago. 281-326-5282. www.chelseawinbartexas.com
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