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Amber works in the Tourism Department at Visit The Woodlands, supporting initiatives aimed at enhancing tourism and fostering strong relationships with local hospitality businesses. The leisure travel hotel packages and discounts she helps create are centered around annual events, seasonal holidays, and other special programming. Born and mostly raised in Texas, Amber has called The Woodlands area her home for over ten years. Her favorite things to do in The Woodlands are listening to live music, exploring outdoor activities, and enjoying a meal at one of many local restaurants.

Coloring The Woodlands

By Amber Parsley on Aug. 01, 2022

COLOR SCENES OF THE WOODLANDS Brighten up your day with a coloring page to celebrate The Woodlands, Texas. From art to Texas TreeVentures, Swan Boats, and more there is a ton of fun to be had in The Woodlands! Click on the image below to download the coloring page. From there, you can print the…

Step into art at The Woodlands Children's Museum

By Amber Parsley on Jul. 18, 2022

Framed: Step into Art™ EXHIBITING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 3, 2022 Experience the latest traveling exhibit located at The Woodlands Children's Museum which encourages children to learn about the visual arts through touch, play, and interaction! Framed: Step into Art is on loan from the Minnesota Children's…

Produce Stand at The Woodlands Children's Museum

Get Curious at The Woodlands Children's Museum

By Amber Parsley on Feb. 28, 2022

Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious! EXHIBITING THROUGH MAY 14 Spark curiosity and early learning at the traveling exhibit currently at The Woodlands Children's Museum. Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious! allows for young children to learn and play imaginatively while entering the world of the…

Glade Gallery Exhibit: Seductions

By Amber Parsley on Feb. 23, 2022

Desires, Fascinations, Temptations & Guilty Pleasures EXHIBITING THROUGH MARCH 31, 2022 Seductions is a group exhibition at Glade Gallery, featuring prominent local artists from the Houston region as well as far away. This exhibit is a twist on the traditional romantic mindset that comes along with…

Blackened Redfish from Back Table Kitchen & Bar

Back Table Kitchen & Bar: Must-try Menu Items

By Amber Parsley on Feb. 09, 2022

Back Table Kitchen & Bar is a family-friendly relaxed dining experience located at The Woodlands Resort. Back Table offers Happy Hour and Dinner daily and Brunch on weekends. Dine al fresco on The Back Porch, the restaurant's outdoor terrace. As an added bonus, outdoor lawn games are often…

Coffee Spots Worth a Visit in The Woodlands

By Amber Parsley on Nov. 23, 2021

Coffee enthusiasts and caffeine lovers… this one is for you! Whether you are grabbing a quick to-go cup on the way to the office or you are taking some much needing time off and cozying up with a cup of joe, these local spots will have you refueled and ready to take on the day. BLUE DOOR COFFEE…

Exterior of North Italia restaurant facing The Woodlands Waterway with a green pedestrian bridge over the water

Where to Dine at The Woodlands Mall

By Amber Parsley on Aug. 06, 2021

Shopping and having a meal is a great way to spend a day in The Woodlands! While at The Woodlands Mall, consider grabbing a bite to eat at one of the many nearby restaurants. From Italian cuisine to Asian-inspired, steaks and burgers, this one hot spot location has it all! BAZILLE An…

An aerial photo of Hughes Landing. Lake Woodlands wraps around the bottom, righthand side, and toward the horizon of the frame. On the land in the center is Restaurant Row, featuring a building with no visible name, Fogo de Chao, and Del Frisco's Grille. Along the dock is the Hughes Landing Band Shell, and behind the restaurants is a large apartment building. On the opposite shore (back right of the frame) are lots of trees and two large office buildings. A large fountain is visible in the lake in the back-middle part of the frame.

Best Happy Hour Spots at Hughes Landing

By Amber Parsley on Jun. 22, 2021

From shareable bites and margaritas to steak and sangria and just about everything in between, there are plenty of options when it comes to meeting up for a happy hour in The Woodlands. One happy hour hot spot is Hughes Landing, located along Lake Woodlands. The area has restaurants and shopping…

Large Public Art Pieces in The Woodlands

By Amber Parsley on May. 12, 2021

Some of our public art pieces in The Woodlands are easier to spot than others. Find out where you can locate some of the biggest art pieces in the area that are often larger-than-life. Some can be viewed from the roadway making them unique roadside attractions. Sign up for our monthly email…

Tips for Attending The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival

By Amber Parsley on Mar. 23, 2021

As one of the top five art festivals in the world, The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival brings nearly 200 international, national and regional artists to one location. The scenic Woodlands Waterway offers the perfect stage for visiting artists as they greet festival attendees. The annual event…