Calendar items for the week of August 1-7

Sunday

Cars and Coffee for a Cause: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. The Woodlands Car Club will meet at Market Street the first Sunday of each month between Jasper's and the movie theater to continue fund raising for the Change for Charities program. Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive in The Woodlands. 281-363-2977 www.thewoodlandscarclub.org

Annie: 2 p.m. Stage Right of Texas, the resident theatre company at the historic Crighton Theatre in downtown Conroe, presents its final show of the season, "Annie," based on the book by Thomas Meehan with music by Charles Strouse and lyrics by Martin Charnin. Crighton Theatre, 234 N. Main Street in Conroe. 936-441-7469 www.crightontheatre.org

Singing Star Texas: 2-11 p.m. The preliminary rounds for the Singing Star Texas vocal competition is scheduled. Dosey Doe, 25911 I-45 North in The Woodlands. 281-367-3774 www.doseydoe.com

Tuesday

Telephone directory unveiling: 4 p.m. The 2010-2011 Interfaith of The Woodlands Telephone Directory will make its debut during a special cover art unveiling. Interfaith of The Woodlands, 4242 Interfaith Way. 281-367-1230 www.woodlandsdirectory.com

Writers Guild: Every third Tuesday. 6:30 p.m. The Woodlands Writers Guild meets and forms critique groups for their writing after the business is conducted. South Montgomery County Community Center, 2235 Lake Robbins Drive in The Woodlands. 281-363-9410. www.woodlandswritersguild.org

Wednesday

Texas Master Naturalist: 6 p.m. Heartwood Chapter Texas Master Naturalist will hold its monthly meeting and guest speaker lecture, featuring Pam Smolen with the Houston Audubon Society, presenting "Chimney Swift Conservation." Jones State Forest Environmental Classroom, 1328 FM 1488 in Conroe. 936-273-2261, ext. 401. www.heartwoodtmn.org

Quilt guild: Every first Wednesday. 6:30 p.m. The Woodlands Area Quilt Guild meets for its monthly meeting. The Woodlands Community Center, 2235 Lake Robbins Drive. www.waqg.org. 281-821-8411

Austin Collins: 8:30 p.m. Born in Houston but now calling the state capital his home, Austin Collins is an up-and-coming singer/songwriter who has been compared to the likes of R.E.M., Neil Young, Tom Petty and Son Volt. He has released three albums in five years. www.austincollins.net.

Thursday

Budget workshop board meeting: 9 a.m. The Woodlands Township Board of Directors meets for its second budget workshop of the year. Township Board Chambers, 10001 Woodloch Drive, Suite 600. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

Open house with advisors: 4-7 p.m. An open house with the University Center advisors is scheduled. Lone Star College-University Center, 3232 College Park Drive in The Woodlands. 936-273-7510

Redd Volkaert and Dale Watson: 6-9 p.m. Dale Watson opens for Redd Volkaert during The City of Conroe's First Thursday Free Concert Series. Heritage Place, 500 Collins in Conroe. www.cityofconroe.org

Friday

Waterway Nights: 6-8 p.m. Every Friday through August, join The Woodlands Convention and Visitors Bureau for a variety of live entertainers. This week, catch a musical duo and a face painter. The Woodlands Waterway Square, 31 Waterway Square Place in The Woodlands. www.TheWoodlandsCVB.com

Annie: 8 p.m. Stage Right of Texas, the resident theatre company at the historic Crighton Theatre in downtown Conroe, presents its final show of the season, "Annie," based on the book by Thomas Meehan with music by Charles Strouse and lyrics by Martin Charnin. Crighton Theatre, 234 N. Main Street in Conroe. 936-441-7469 www.crightontheatre.org

Saturday

Baby fair: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. In recognition of World Breastfeeding Week, Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital presents a free, educational baby fair. Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital, Conference Centers A and B, 9250 Pinecroft in The Woodlands. 713-443-2320

Cornerstone benefit: 6 p.m. A second-annual silent and live auction benefiting Cornerstone Christian Academy is scheduled, and a $12 ticket includes a meal. Cornerstone Baptist Church, 14314 Walters Road. 281-580-1671 cosborne@cstoneacademy.com

American Idol: 7:30 p.m. A live performance of American Idol is scheduled. Lawn tickets are $26. Cynthia Woods Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive in The Woodlands. 281-363-3300 www.woodlandscenter.org

Annie: 8 p.m. Stage Right of Texas, the resident theatre company at the historic Crighton Theatre in downtown Conroe, presents its final show of the season, "Annie," based on the book by Thomas Meehan with music by Charles Strouse and lyrics by Martin Charnin. Crighton Theatre, 234 N. Main Street in Conroe. 936-441-7469 www.crightontheatre.org

Upcoming

Annie: Aug. 8. 2 p.m. Stage Right of Texas, the resident theatre company at the historic Crighton Theatre in downtown Conroe, presents its final show of the season, "Annie," based on the book by Thomas Meehan with music by Charles Strouse and lyrics by Martin Charnin. Crighton Theatre, 234 N. Main Street in Conroe. 936-441-7469 www.crightontheatre.org

Golf tournament: Aug. 9-10. 9 a.m. The Woodlands Golf Championship will feature amateur players competing in a 36-hole stroke play competition to win the first Woodlands Golf Championship Title. $100 per player. The Club at Carlton Woods, 1 Carlton Woods Drive in The Woodlands. www.thewoodlandsgolfchampionship.com.

Social media: Aug. 12. 9-11 a.m. A free seminar is presented by Mario Rosales, from Gen X Media Solutions, titled "Social Media: Your Business, Your Strategy, Your Interactions." The South Montgomery County The Woodlands Chamber of Commerce, 1400 Woodloch Forest Drive Ste. 300. 281-367-5777

Ongoing

13 Pools in 30 Days: Through Aug. 3. Swimmers can pick up a pool passport at any local pool in The Woodlands, and if they visit each of the 13 pools in the allotted time frame, they receive a stamp on the passport. Collect all the stamps, and participants are eligible for a goodie bag. 281-210-3900 www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

Hometown heroes: Through Aug. 13. Nominations for the 2010 Hometown Heroes award are being accepted. The honor will be bestowed upon individuals and a business or institution that serves as outstanding role models for volunteerism and dedication to The Woodlands' community. The Hometown Heroes will be inducted into the Hometown Heroes Hall of Fame at The Woodlands 2010 Celebration of Excellence gala benefiting Interfaith of The Woodlands. Mail completed forms to: Hometown Heroes Selection Committee, The Woodlands Homefinder Center; P.O. Box 5050, The Woodlands, TX 77387-5050. Or, fax it to 281-719-7318.

Capture Conroe: Through Aug. 31. The Conroe Convention and Visitors Bureau sponsors its seventh annual Capture Conroe Photo Contest, and submissions can be entered in six categories. Conroe Convention and Visitors Bureau, 505 W. Davis. 936-522-3500 www.conroecvb.net

Intermediate ballroom dancing: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Every Tuesday through Aug. 31. An intermediate ballroom dancing class is taught by Brenda Seneca. $45 for residents, $50 for non-residents. The Woodlands Township Parks and Recreation Department, 8203 Millennium Forest Drive, Building II. 281-210-3900.

An art evening: 6-10 p.m. Every Wednesday through August. Enjoy an evening at an art gallery, with purchase prices set at $25 to $2,000. Visitors can enjoy complimentary beverages including wine, beer, soda and water. Blossom Street Gallery, 25166 Grogan's Park Drive. 585-737-9524 blossomstreetgallery@yahoo.com

Tai Chi social hour: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Every Thursday through August. A one-hour class for adults and teens teaches relaxing and stress-reducing movements in the 200-year-old exercise Tai Chi, taught by David Neighbors. $60 per month for residents, $110 for non-residents. The Woodlands Community Recreation Center at Bear Branch Park, 5310 Research Forest Drive. 281-210-3900

Ballroom Dancing: Every Sunday. 7-9 p.m. The Woodlands Ballroom Dancing Club meets at the Knights of Columbus for a social dancing experience without smoke or alcohol. $10 per person. Knights of Columbus Hall, 2655 FM 1488 in Spring. 713-805-4466.

Teen counseling: Every Monday. 7-8:30 p.m. Free teen counseling support for females, ages 13-17, who are victims and survivors of family or sexual violence. The Montgomery County Women's Center, 1600 Lake Front Circle in The Woodlands. 281-292-4155, ext. 276.

Christian Business group: Every Wednesday. 7:30 a.m. The Woodlands Christian Business Network meets weekly for praise and networking. Black Walnut Cafe, 2520 Research Forest Drive. www.woodlandscbn.net.

Weekly storytime: Every Wednesday. 10:30 a.m. A weekly storytime is offered. R.F. Meador Branch Library, 709 W. Montgomery in Willis. 936-442-7740 or dcurry@countylibrary.org.

Storytime: Every Wednesday. 10:30 a.m. Storytime is held weekly at the library with a different theme for each week. Conroe Central Branch Library, 104 I-45 North in Conroe. lharper@countylibrary.org

Toddler time: Every Thursday. 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Toddler time is held weekly at the library with a different theme for each week. Conroe Central Branch Library, 104 I-45 North in Conroe. lharper@countylibrary.org www.countylibrary.org

Belly dancing classes: Every Thursday. 7:45-9:45 p.m. A weekly workout is lead by Shakira from the Sirrom School of Belly Dance. $60 per month. The beginner class begins at 7:45 p.m., the intermediate class begins at 8:45 p.m. Walden Yacht Club, 13101 Melville Drive in Montgomery. 713-621-9818

Words for the Journey: Every Thursday, except the last Thursday of the month. 9:30-11:30 a.m. The Words for the Journey Christian Writers Guild meets for its weekly gathering. The conference room at The Loft Church, 9201 Grogan's Mill Road in The Woodlands. www.wordsforthejourney.org.

Zumba: Every Thursday and Tuesday. 8:50-9:50 a.m. A group that practices the fitness craze Zumba, which fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves, meets twice a week. $60 per month, or $10 per session. The Woodlands Recreation Center, 5310 Research Forest Drive. 281-210-3950.

Toastmasters: Every Friday at 7 a.m. No experience is necessary to join the Woodlands Toastmasters at their weekly meeting as they grow their public speaking skills. Alamo Joe's, 4747 Research Forest Drive. 832-532-3097 rob.roberts@leviathanconsulting.com

Street Meet: Every Saturday. 7-9 p.m. The Woodlands Car Club meets weekly for its Saturday Night Street Meet. Classics Pizza, 1500 Research Forest Drive, Ste. 100 in Shenandoah. www.thewoodlandscarclub.org