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🌱 Patch AM: How to secure a 2026 arts microgrant in The Woodlands
Spotted on the The Woodlands calendar: Empire of the Sun
Good morning The Woodlands! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How to secure a 2026 arts microgrant in The Woodlands
- What's replacing the Children's Festival at the Pavilion this November?
- What a mounted patrol switch could mean for safety in Town Center
Also on today's calendar: Marcus King and 3 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 92 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 92, low: 74.
- Friday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 95 and low of 75 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. The Woodlands Arts Council's Microgrant Application is now Open (hellowoodlands.com) — Residents and arts educators in The Woodlands can now apply for microgrants from The Woodlands Arts Council through October 5, supporting creative projects in local schools and organizations. Recent grants funded filmmaking equipment for Conroe High School and an author visit to Hailey Elementary, showing how this program directly benefits nearby students and classrooms. 
2. Pavilion Palooza replaces Children's Festival in The Woodlands (yourconroenews.com) — The long-running Children's Festival at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands is being reimagined this year as Pavilion Palooza, a two-day global music, dance, and arts celebration Nov. 7-8. Families can explore themed zones like Rhythm Village, Plaza de la Música, and Palooza Playland for $10 tickets, with children 2 and under admitted free.
3. The Woodlands weighs MCSO mounted patrol to replace Alpha & Omega (yourconroenews.com) — The Woodlands Township is considering replacing longtime private mounted patrol provider Alpha & Omega with Montgomery County Sheriff's deputies, shifting funding into the law-enforcement budget. Board members say the change could boost public safety and give mounted officers full police powers, while Alpha & Omega urges a side-by-side comparison on cost, coverage and readiness before any final decision.
4. The Boots vs. Badges Softball Game set for September 27 (hellowoodlands.com) — The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office will face The Woodlands Fire Department in the free Boots vs. Badges Softball Game on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, from 4-7 p.m. at McCullough Junior High in The Woodlands. Residents can enjoy a Kid Zone, concessions, and the Hot Rods & Home Runs classic car display while cheering on local first responders as part of National Night Out festivities.
5. Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center Emergency Department receives 2026 ENA Lantern Award (hellowoodlands.com) — Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center's Emergency Department has earned the 2026 ENA Lantern Award, highlighting its strong leadership, innovation and patient-focused care. Local patients and families benefit from initiatives like improved communication, family engagement and faster antibiotic delivery, which the hospital credits to its dedicated nurses, physicians and support staff.
📸 Around The Woodlands
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🗓 Upcoming Events in The Woodlands
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★ Featured events ★
- Empire of the Sun →
The Pavilion Event Center, 2005 Lake Robbins Dr, The Woodlands
7:30 pm
Thursday September 24
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Other local events
- Toastmasters Meeting
The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce 1370 N. Millbend Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380.
12:00 pm - LandShark Bar & Grill Live Music Weekends
The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce Margaritaville Resort Lake Conroe | LandShark Bar & Weekend - Marcus King →
The Pavilion Event Center, 2005 Lake Robbins Dr, The Woodlands
7:00 pm - Drums for Pat Green →
The Woodlands TX
7:00 pm - BRAD PAISLEY LIVE →
The Pavilion Event Center, 2005 Lake Robbins Dr, The Woodlands
7:30 pm
Thursday September 10
Friday September 11
Thursday October 1
Thursday October 8
📣 The Woodlands Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Toastmasters Meeting
The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce 1370 N. Millbend Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380.
12:00 pm - LandShark Bar & Grill Live Music Weekends
The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce Margaritaville Resort Lake Conroe | LandShark Bar & Weekend - Friday Night FUN →
Flips Gymnastics, 27320 Robinson Rd, Oak Ridge North
6:30 pm - High N Fidelity - Tribute to REO Speedwagon →
Main Street Crossing, 111 W Main St, Tomball
8:00 pm - Tomball Farmers Market →
Tomball Farmers Market, 205 W Main St, Tomball
9:00 am - Aaron Weber in Conroe, TX →
GuadalaHARRY's Bar & Grill, 219 Simonton St, Conroe
7:00 pm
Thursday September 10
Friday September 11
Saturday September 12
Friday September 18
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- This harvest center piece came out so gorgeous.
Absolutely love the stacked pumpkins. Imagine sitting around this and enjoying this a meal. (Nextdoor Cochran's Crossing)
Ok The Woodlands! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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