Editor’s Note:
Event date and times are subject to change. Call to confirm all information
before attending any event.
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TBA
Aqua Terra Adventure Race, Utley. Takes place on the Colorado River from the bridge in Utley to Bastrop. Includes trail running and mystery events. 512-873-1204. tfadventure@aol.com or www.terrafirmapromo.com.
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Hoop-it-Up. National series of three-on-three tournaments open to players of all ages. For 2006 schedule, visit www.hoopitup.com.
Houston Parks & Recreation Dept. Adult Basketball. Basketball leagues are offered three times a year during the spring, summer and winter seasons. Divisions offered include Men’s Open, Men’s Industrial, Women’s Open, and Men 35 and Over. Games played on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday evenings during 10-week season. Contact Adult Sports at Adult.sports@cityofhouston.net or Houston Parks and Recreation Department, Attn: Adult Sports Office Room # A-17, 2999 S. Wayside Dr., Houston, 77023. 713-845-1190.
Youth Basketball Program. This program is designed to encourage youth ages 4–18 to develop both physically and socially through basketball. Basketball registration for youth ages 4–12 begins in October. League play starts in November. Registration for youth ages 13–18 begins in March. League play begins in April. 713-845-1083. http://www.ci.houston.tx.us/pr/.
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Fitness
January 13-14
Chevron Houston Marathon Expo. Presented by Kolala Health and Wellness Centers. Features the latest in running and health and fitness-related products and services. George R. Brown Convention Center. www.Houstonmaraton.com.
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March 15-16
Ladies-Only Golf School, Austin. Held at the Chuck Cook Golf Academy at Barton Creek Resort & Spa. Program covers all aspects of the game. 800-336-6158.
April 21
First Annual Steve McKinney Celebrity Golf Classic. Held at Magnolia Creek Golf Links. Benefits Front Line Kids. 281-992-7733.
Health & Wellness
January 23 & 25
CPR & First Aid Class, Rosenberg. Held at 4601 Avenue H, Suite 12. Sponsored by the American Red Cross. Also held on January 31 and February 2. 281-342-9480. www.Houstonredcross.org.
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Miscellaneous
January 11
Paul gBearh Bryant Coach of the Year Award Dinner. Honors the nationfs top collegiate football coaches. Proceeds benefit the American Heart Association. Hilton Americas Hotel. 713-610-5041.
January 20-Feb. 17
Dance Month. Series of dance performances and instructional classes held at the I.W. Marks Theatre at the Jewish Community Center. 713-729-3200. www.Jcchouston.org.
February 9
Starlight Gala Art Auction. Par of the gPassport to the Worldh program. Features photography and paintings from several Houston area artists. Gremillion & Co. Fine Art (2501 Sunset Blvd.) Benefits the Houston Chapter of the American Society. 713-266-2877.
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January 14
Team In Training Meeting. Informational meeting for anyone interested in Leukemia & Lymphoma Society program that trains participants to compete in a triathlon, cycling tour or marathon to raise funds for leukemia research. Jungman Branch Library. 10:30 a.m. Other meetings held at various locations around Houston area throughout January and February. 713-680-8088. www.Teamintraining.org/txgm.
Outdoors
January 6-15
Houston International Boat, Sport and Travel Show. Features the latest in sailboats, luxury yachts and powerboats, along with exhibits focusing on camping, travel, RV accessories and more. Reliant Center.713-526-6361. www.Houstonboatshows.com.
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Polo
All events held at the Houston Polo Club. For information, call 713-622-7400 or visit www.thehoustonpoloclub.com.
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Bandera Endurance Runs, Bandera. Includes routes of 100K, 50K, and 25K. Contested on trails in the Hill Country State Natural Area. 512-895-6100. www.Tejastrails.com.
January 15
Chevron Houston Marathon. Houstonfs biggest day of running includes the Aramco Houston Half Marathon, Houston Press/Smart Financial 5K and Run For A Reason Charity program. 713-957-3453. www.houstonmarathon.com.
Fund Run. Includes 5K run/walk and Kids K. Held at Sam Houston Park downtown. Benefits the Fund For Teachers. 713-296-6776. www.Fundforteachers.org.
Januray 28
Spectacle Spectacular, Angleton. Includes 10K, 5K and 5K walks.. Benefits eyeglass program in local schools and other Lions Club charities. 979-849-8752.
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SOCCER
Year-Round Leagues
Club Monkey Sports. Recreational leagues for coed and men’s 6 on 6 leagues. Play held year-round. 713-522-0881. www.clubmonkey.com.
Fort Bend Adult Soccer Association. Open to men’s and women’s over 30 teams. Matches played at Sugar Land area fields. 281-265-4444. www.fbasa.com.
Kicks Indoor Soccer Youth and Adult Play. Sanctions 10-match seasons. Matches are 50-minutes long. 713-426-1107. www.kicksindoor.com.
Northwest Indoor Soccer Center. Includes youth and adult leagues. New league schedules begin every two months. 281-444-6947. www.letsplaysoccer.com.
Southwest Indoor Soccer Center. Leagues begin play every two months. Includes youth and adult leagues. 281-564-7946. www.letsplaysoccer.com.
TORSO. Thirty And Over Recreational Soccer Organization sanctions league play throughout the year. Matches played at various fields across the Houston area. 713-683-0852. http://home.houston.rr.com/torso.
Softball
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Tennis
January 20
Flextennis Spring Registration. Deadline to register for spring season of tennis league devoted to singles play. www.Flextennis.com.
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All Gulf Coast Volleyball Association (GCVA) beach volleyball events take place at Galveston’s Stewart Beach. Call 832-928-4120 or visit www.gcva.net for details.
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Triathlon/Duathlon
January 8
Dustbuster Duathlon, Shreveport, LA. Includes 1.5-mile run, 11.2-mile bike and 1.5-mile run format. 318-798-1241. www.Sportspectrumusa.com.
February 5
Frost Yer Fanny Duathlon, Shreveport, LA. Includes 5K run, 20-mile bike and 5K run format. Held at the Stoner Boat Launch. 318-798-1241. www.Sportspectrumusa.com.
April 1
My First Triathlon, Galveston. Part of the Gulfman Triathlon Festival. Includes 1/4-mile open water swim, 12-mile bike and 3-mile run. Held at Moody Gardens. A portion of the proceeds benefit Cherish our Children International. 800-343-4466. www.myfirsttri.com.