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May 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st
The Dr. Seuss Experience
WHEN: Friday 12:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am, Sunday 9:00 am, Monday 9:00 am
WHERE: George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida de las Americas, Houston, TX 77010 Get Directions >
COST: $23.75-$33
DETAILS: The Dr. Seuss Experience is an imaginative and interactive immersion into the wondrous world of Dr. Seuss. This Seuss-tacular sensory spectacle takes guests on a journey through nine different, visually-stunning Dr. Seuss worlds. Visitors can swing among Truffula Trees from The Lorax, make their way through a balloon-filled maze from Oh, the Places You’ll Go!, stroll through towering clovers listening for a Who from Horton Hears a Who!, or join the Circus McGurkus.
INFO: 713-853-8000, https://www.experienceseuss.com/
May 28th
Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presents Splashin' Into Summer Movie Night: Finding Nemo
WHEN: Friday 8:00 pm
WHERE: Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Dr., The Woodlands, TX 77380 Get Directions >
COST: $20-$30
DETAILS: With its delightful cast of characters, beautiful animations and award nominated musical score by Thomas Newman, Finding Nemo is the perfect way to introduce kids to the arts while having a splashin’ good time.
INFO: 281-363-3300, https://concerts.livenation.com/movie-night-finding-nemo-woodlands-texas-05-28-2021/event/3A005AAEAB0A3C62?_ga=2.214433428.2014385013.1621260312-517657228.1574721785
May 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st
Moonstruck Drive-In Cinema at East River
WHEN: Friday 8:30 pm, Saturday 8:30 pm, Sunday 8:30 pm, Monday 8:30 pm
WHERE: Moonstruck Drive-In Cinema, 100 Bring hurst St., Houston, TX 77020 Get Directions >
COST: $25 per vehicle per film
DETAILS: Moonstruck Drive-In Cinema at East River will give Houstonians a contactless cinema experience under the stars on the site of Midway’s 150-acre East River development. Feature films will be projected on a 40-foot by 80-foot structure made of shipping containers, offering a uniquely rustic atmosphere to complement the nostalgic drive-in theatre vibe. Audio will be broadcast through an FM transmitter to car stereos. Food and beverages will be available for contactless purchase from local food trucks and Historic Fifth Ward and East End establishments, including The New Potato, The Funnel Bar, and more. Portable restrooms will be available for responsible use, and guests are encouraged to wear masks and practice social distancing protocols
Go to the theater's website for a full schedule of events.
INFO: https://www.moonstruckdrivein.com/
May 28th
National Brisket Day
DETAILS: Unless you live in Texas, you might not have too much experience with the cut of beef known as brisket, but May 28 is a fine day to change that. Brisket is good for so much more than just barbecue or corned beef on St. Patrick’s Day. It comes from the breast area, and is separated into point cuts and flat cuts. Both have their uses. The point cut is fatty, and full of connective tissue, which makes it a great candidate for braising or smoking. It’s also full of flavor. The flat cut is no less flavorful, but can be much leaner, meaning that it requires a different preparation. Whatever your preference, grab some brisket and celebrate!
NATIONAL BRISKET DAY ACTIVITIES:
Get some smoke in your eyes: Smoking a whole brisket is a fun cooking project. It calls for the low-and-slow treatment, so you want to keep the temperature of your smoker no higher than 250 degrees, and aim for about an hour and a quarter per pound of meat. Start with a dry rub, and finish with a Texas-style sauce, some crusty rolls or roasted potatoes, and plenty of beer. According to one of the top Austin PR Firms, Austin barbecue restaurants go through an average of 3,000 pounds of brisket every week!
Corn your own beef: Sure, you could buy some packaged corn beef straight from the grocery store. Yet corning your own beef is easy, tastier than the commercial varieties, and available all year ‘round. It’s not dissimilar to pickling, so find a big pot and clear out space in your refrigerator — the brisket needs to be brined for about five days.
Make leftovers on purpose: One of the best things about brisket? All the delicious ways to eat the leftovers! Cowboy nachos, enchiladas, Italian-beef sandwiches, chili, even brisket grilled cheese. If you’ve made a corned beef, be sure to save some for hash. A smoked brisket, sans BBQ sauce, will work in most recipes. Or simply pop the raw brisket into your slow cooker early in the morning, and come dinnertime, it will be tender and ready to shred.
May 28th
National Hamburger Day
DETAILS: Every May 28, National Hamburger Day celebrates America’s most iconic food. Americans eat over 50 billion burgers a year, so it’s only fitting we set aside a whole day for these special sandwiches. Originating in Hamburg, Germany, the hamburger as we know it was developed in Seymour, Wisconsin, a town still famous for its hamburger heroics.
NATIONAL HAMBURGER DAY ACTIVITIES:
Fire up the grill: Of course! Set up the lawn chairs, ice up the coolers, and get to grilling. The best way to enjoy a homemade burger is surrounded by friends and family.
Eat a gourmet burger: Get fancy with it — many fine dining establishments serve high-end burgers on their menus. Sample a burger made with Wagyu beef, or coated in gold leaf.
Drive thru!: The fast-food hamburger is nearly synonymous with the food itself. Sometimes, you want it cheap and fast. Pull around to your local fast-food joint and score some inexpensive, but delicious, eats.
May 29th, 30th, 31st
Houston Heights Bicycle Rally and Scavenger Hunt
WHEN: Saturday 9:00 am, Sunday 9:00 am, Monday 9:00 am
WHERE: Marmion Park, 1802 Heights Blvd., Houston, TX 77008 Get Directions >
COST: $20-$30
DETAILS: The 16th annual Houston Heights Bicycle Rally and Scavenger Hunt will take participants through various parts of the Heights. The recommended start/finish is Marmion Park, located on the corner of Heights Boulevard of 18th Street in Houston. The event will take place from May 29 to May 31 to allow all participants social distancing space and time to complete the course. Completed Scavenger Hunt forms must be turned in by 5 pm on May 31 at the Houston Heights Fire Station, located at 107 W. 12th Street. All funds raised will be earmarked for the maintenance of the historic Houston Heights Fire Station, Marmion Park, Donovan Park and the Heights Boulevard esplanade, which are all free and open to the public.
INFO: https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/TX/Houston/13thHoustonHeightsBicycleRallyScavengerHunt
May 29th
National Coq Au Vin Day
DETAILS: National Coq Au Vin Day falls on May 29 each year, and we couldn’t be more grateful for yet another day dedicated to French food. Not only does this holiday expand our cultural horizons, but our waistline, too! The name of the dish literally means ‘rooster-in-wine’ and it could not be simpler, since it originally was a dish made by French peasants. You may have heard the phrase “A chicken in every pot”, erroneously credited to President Hoover. The real propounder was King Henry IV of France, who wished that all his subjects would have a chicken in their pots every Sunday.
WHY WE LOVE NATIONAL COQ AU VIN DAY:
It’s a dish for all: Despite the literal meaning of the name, coq au vin can be modified and adapted to suit just about every dietary/lifestyle choice — including veganism. So don’t be shy to experiment with different variants. Packed with flavor and suited to all palates, coq au vin is truly a one-pot meal that can get even the staunchest person who “can’t cook”, to take to the kitchen.
It’s a food holiday: We love food holidays, especially because nothing breaks the ice or brings people together like good food does. So whether you make coq au vin from scratch and invite people over or take them out for a fine-dining experience, it’s guaranteed to be a bonding experience.
It’s a cultural experience: Food from different regions/cultures brings the world to our plate in some ways. So why not travel through food? This may also be the excuse you were looking for to do a French wine-tasting session too!
May 30th
The Art Cellar of Houston presents The Parkway Market Days
WHEN: Sunday 12:00 pm
WHERE: The Art Cellar of Houston Market, 3633 Allen Pkwy., Houston, TX 77019 Get Directions >
COST: Admission is free
DETAILS: The Art Cellar of Houston presents The Parkway Market Days, a monthly art market featuring local makers and creatives.
INFO: https://www.eventvesta.com/events/3316
May 30th
National Mint Julep Day
DETAILS: Did you know 120,000 mint juleps are sold during Derby weekend in Louisville? Although this cocktail, traditionally served in a silver cup, has been associated with the Kentucky Derby for just about a century, it is actually a refreshing, sophisticated cocktail that’s good any time. Whether you missed out on Derby Day or you’re still nursing your betting wounds, you can still celebrate National Mint Julep Day on May 30 — all you need is bourbon, sugar, mint, and ice!
WHY WE LOVE NATIONAL MINT JULEP DAY:
There’s something about the ritual: Much like its winter-weather cousin, the Moscow mule, a mint julep gains gravitas from the ritual used to make it. The extra-but-not-too-esoteric ingredients and the specialty cup (copper for the mule, silver for the julep) make these drinks feel fancy. Sure, it’s not as easy as cracking open another beer, but neither is it as tricky to make as lots of cocktails. And the payoff is worth it.
It’s a local drink with universal appeal: Northerners, take heart; you too can enjoy a julep. Although the drink originated below the Mason-Dixon line, it’s a fine, refreshing beverage whenever and wherever the mercury rises.
It’s utterly American...well, maybe: Some theories propose that the julep is a variation on an ancient Arabic drink called the julab, which featured rose petals. The mint, and eventually the bourbon, eventually transformed it into an all-American tipple. In fact, the earliest print mention of the mint julep described it as a "dram of spirituous liquor that has mint in it, taken by Virginians in the morning." Sure, why not?
May 30th
Open House
WHEN: Sunday, May 30th, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
WHERE: 2310 Brookmere Drive, Houston, TX 77008
COST: $675,000.00
DETAILS: Located on a quiet tree lined street, this well maintained and updated three-bedroom, two bath Lazybrook home. The home features a custom designed kitchen with double islands by professional chef with a Sub Zero glass front refrigerator and plenty of counter space. Other upgrades include a combination open living room, dining, kitchen concept, plenty of outdoor space, cocktail pool for relaxation, low E double pane windows, fireplace and upgraded oversized three car garage. This is a must see home.
INFO: MLS #19557221
May 31st
Memorial Day
DETAILS: Memorial Day, May 31, for many Americans, conjures up images of hamburgers, hot dogs, swimming pools, and summertime . But the last Monday in May serves, most importantly, as a time to honor those who died while fighting in the U.S. Armed Forces. It’s a holiday steeped in somber American history and tradition. The day actually began as “Decoration Day,” following the Civil War, when mourners placed flowers on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers. Yes, Memorial Day has also come to signify the “unofficial” start of summer, but let’s remember the heroes who made it all possible.
HOW TO OBSERVE MEMORIAL DAY:
Pay your respects: Lay flowers on the grave of a family member or friend who died while serving. If you don't personally know any fallen soldiers, visit a local cemetery anyway. After all, you would not be here if it weren't for their sacrifice.
Participate in the National Moment of Remembrance: By doing so, you'll be joining millions of Americans in national unity to honor Memorial Day for what it truly is — a day for those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Fly the flag: If you have an American flag at home, be sure to fly it at half-mast until noon, then raise it to full mast for the rest of the day. The practice of lowering and then raising the flag has been observed for over 100 years to symbolize America's persistence in the face of loss.
May 31st
National Macaroon Day
DETAILS: Macaron or Macaroon? Well, May 31 is definitely National Macaroon Day and it’s most assuredly an American holiday since the macaroon is definitely an American cookie! However, the confusion is natural. The origins of macaron and macaroon are the same and many of the ingredients overlap. Both use a fair amount of sugar to make these delightful confections. Both use egg whites to make the cookies rise and give them a light texture. However, the French macaron (which actually originated in Italy) uses almond flour at its base while the American macaroon uses shredded coconut to great effect. We have Mrs. Esther Levy to thank for popularizing the great macaroon. In 1871 Mrs. Levy published the First Jewish American Cookbook. She originally published this recipe in the chapter of “cakes” as there was not a chapter on cookies.However, it’s understandable — as the texture of a macaroon isn’t very cookie like. It is soft and a little chewy, more like a cake than a cookie. However, the bite-size serving is most definitely cookie-like. Macaroons deserve to be celebrated and recognized for their own characteristics. Coconut was substituted for almond flour when the first coconut palms planted in Florida began to yield fruit. Thus macaroons are not only tasty little delights, they were an early exercise in the locavore movement, eating produce grown close to home.
NATIONAL MACAROON DAY ACTIVITIES:
Make macaroons: Whether you make them from scratch or use the shortcut of using sweetened condensed milk, it’s a simple recipe to make and you can have homemade macaroons ready to eat from scratch in less than an hour. If you are making them from scratch, be sure to have a kitchen mixer or hand mixer with a balloon whisk attachment to make the egg whites impossibly light and fluffy. The better you do at this step, the better the overall cookie will taste. Be warned: don’t make these when you are home alone or you may not be able to stop yourself from eating every last one.
Buy macaroons: Don’t be daunted by the fact that you don’t know how to separate your egg whites from your egg yolks. Or maybe you only use your oven to store shoes, because you never cook. Don’t be deterred from celebrating National Macaroon Day! Although most commonly seen in stores around spring, you can either buy them at your local grocery or order them online. There are a number of companies that make them in a range of prices and a variety of flavors!
May 31st
National Smile Day
DETAILS: Wear your best smile to this party as we celebrate National Smile Day every year on May 31. Founded by dentists Dr. Tim Stirneman and Jim Wojdyla of Compassionate Dental Care in Lake in the Hills, Illinois, this day is meant to, you guessed it, “Share with the world what the power of a healthy smile can do!” The best part, this day heralds the beginning of National Smile Month!
HOW TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL SMILE DAY:
Smile!: The best way to celebrate this day dedicated to smiling is to smile, of course! Spread some good cheer around and grace another person with your smile. We often don't realize that we wear a frown for most of the day. Share a smile with someone just for a moment and see the difference it makes in your everyday interactions.
Make someone else smile: Do one thing to bring a smile to someone else’s face. Start small (tell them a joke) or go big (volunteer at a children’s home). Whatever you choose, cherish the feeling of being able to light up someone’s life, and keep bringing smiles to everyone you meet.
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