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LOCALSInsider advice on

where to eat, drink, shop, and relax

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

What to do and where to do it from Memorial Day

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I HIT HAPPY HOUR AT Rose Garden, a small, divey joint in The Heights where it’s always happy hour. The owner, Rose, is always fretting over you, and if you’re lucky, she’ll treat you to some homemade Polish sausage. 2621 Link Road; 713/863-8027

A LOCAL RESTAURANT TOTALLY

WORTH THE BUZZ IS Coltivare, for simple, delicious, and well-sourced Italian food. Get the cotechino on lentils and the cacio e pepe to start, and split a chicken roasted in their charcoal Josper oven that has deliciously blistered skin with just a hint of spice to it. coltivarehouston.com

I’D BEAR A BRAIN FREEZE FOR any of the Fat Cat Creamery’s ice creams, but especially the Cat’s Meow Mexican Vanilla in a waffle cone. fatcatcreamery.com

I GET MY VINTAGE FIX AT Adkins Architectural Antiques & Treasures, for the stacks on stacks on stacks of old doors, locks, and windows. adkinsantiques.com

I KNOW IT’S SUMMER IN THE CITY

WHEN the okra and your electricity bill start to bloom.

I FIND SHADE AT Blacksmith coffee bar with a Flat White, Wi-Fi, and the hope that a Queen song plays so I can get a free coffee. 1018 Westheimer Road; 832/360-7470

I’M DAY-TRIPPING TO Galveston for beer and barbecue Gulf blue crabs at Benno’s. bennosofgalveston.com

I’M PICNICKING AT Hermann Park with charcuterie from Revival Market (revival market.com).

MY GO-TO SUMMER DRINK IS a Rye Julep at Anvil Bar & Refuge with an extra-large mint garnish. anvilhouston.com

MY SUMMER UNIFORM IS a T-shirt from Will Heron Designs (willheron.com) and sun-glasses from See Smith’s opticians (seesmiths.com).

I SCOUR THE FARM STANDS AT

Eastside Farmer’s Market, especially for vegetables from Knopp Branch Farm (knoppbranchfarm.com) and birds from Tejas Heritage Farm (tejasheritagefarm.com).

CHEF AT OXHEART, @TETSUJUSTIN

LISTEN TO THE LOCALS

All events are subject to change. Check the website listed for up-to-date information.

M AY 2 7 - J UNE 1WAR HORSEA musical about loyalty and friendship at The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. $53.50 and up; thehobbycenter.org

M AY 28 -J UNE 1 5VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE A comedic play written by Tony Award-winner Christo-pher Durang at Alley Theatre. $26 and up; alleytheatre.org

M AY 29 -J UNE 1HOUSTON ASTROS VS. BALTIMORE ORIOLESMinute Maid Park. $10 and up; houstonastros.com

M AY 30 -J UNE 1TRISTAR SUMMER COLLECTORS SHOWTrade show for sports autographs, trading cards, and collectibles at Reliant Center. $9 and up; tristar productions.com

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HERITAGE MONTH FESTIVALMusic, dancing, and food at the Jones Plaza. $8 and up; caribbeanheritagetx.org

J UNE 7 - 28WATERWAY NIGHTS Live music and street performers followed by fireworks every Saturday night in June at Waterway Square. Free; thewoodlandscvb .com

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HOUSTON GUN COLLECTORS & ANTIQUES SHOWThe largest gun show and gathering in Texas at Reliant Center. $10; hgca.org

M AY 3 1 - J UNE 1FREE PRESS SUMMER FESTIVALEdward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros plus more than 50 other musical acts at Eleanor Tinsley Park. $158.50 and up; fpsf.com

J UNE 3 - 5HOUSTON ASTROS VS. LOS ANGELES ANGELSMinute Maid Park. $5 and up; houstonastros.com

J UNE 4 - J UNE 29GOOD PEOPLEA Tony Award-nominated play about the class divide at the Alley Theatre. $50 and up; alleytheatre.org

J UNE 5 - 1 5SWAN LAKEHouston Ballet. $19 and up; houstonballet.org

J UNE 7THE CARIBBEAN-AMERICAN

HOUSTON BEER FESTCelebrate the local craft beer selection through tastings and live music at Sam Houston Park. $35 and up; houstonbeerfestival.com

J UNE 1 1 - 1 2HOUSTON ASTROS VS. ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKSMinute Maid Park. $10 and up; houstonastros.com

J UNE 1 3 - 1 5HOUSTON ASTROS VS. TAMPA BAY RAYSMinute Maid Park. $10 and up; houstonastros.com

J UNE 1 3 - 29THE LITTLE MERMAIDThe classic tale comes alive on the stage at Theatre Under the Stars. $24 and up; tuts.com

J UNE 1 4JAMES TAYLORClassic rock takes the stage at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell

WHAT TO DO & WHERE TO DO IT

FROM MEMORIAL DAY TO LABOR DAY

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

JIMMY BUFFETT & THE CORAL REEFER BAND

M AY 29The legendary coastal crooner

performs his greatest hits. $46 and up; woodlandscenter.org

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Pavilion. $30 and up; woodlandscenter.org

J UNE 18 - 22HOUSTON SUMMER BOAT SHOWReliant Center. $10; houston boatshows.com

J UNE 1 9JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONA celebration of the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation at Hermann Park. Free; milleroutdoor theatre.com

J UNE 24 - 26HOUSTON ASTROS VS. ATLANTA BRAVESMinute Maid Park. $5 and up; houstonastros.com

J UNE 2 7 - 29HOUSTON ASTROS VS. DETROIT TIGERSMinute Maid Park. $12 and up; houstonastros.com

J UNE 30EDDIE IZZARD: FORCE MAJEUREStand-up comedy at The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. $61.28 and up; thehobbycenter.org

J UNE 30 -J ULY 2HOUSTON ASTROS VS. SEATTLE MARINERSMinute Maid Park. $5 and up; houstonastros.com

J ULY 10CLASSICAL CONCERTThe Houston Symphony performs at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. Some seats free; woodlands center.org

A UGUST 1MONUMENTOUR: FALL OUT BOY AND PARAMORE The American rock band performs along with opening act and native Southerners Paramore at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. $25 and up; woodlandscenter.org

A UGUST 1 - 3HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVALA lineup of jazz musicians from around the world perform downtown to benefit music education programs. jazzeducation.org

A UGUST 8 - 10HOUSTON ASTROS VS. TEXAS RANGERSMinute Maid Park. $14 and up; houstonastros.com

A UGUST 1 1HOUSTON ASTROS VS. MINNESOTA TWINSMinute Maid Park. $5 and up; houstonastros.com

J ULY 1 1 - 1 3HOUSTON ASTROS VS. BOSTON RED SOXMinute Maid Park. $15 and up; houstonastros.com

J UNE 1 7 -A UGUST 1 9GROWN-UP STORYTIMEGuest-submitted stories are read aloud at Rudyard’s British Pub the third Tuesday of every month. $5; bootown .org

J ULY 24THE SONGS OF BILLY JOEL WITH MICHAEL CAVANAUGHBilly Joel’s greatest hits at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. Some seats free; woodlandscenter.org

J ULY 2 5 - 2 7HOUSTON ASTROS VS. MIAMI MARLINSMinute Maid Park. $10 and up; houstonastros.com

J ULY 28 -30HOUSTON ASTROS VS. OAKLAND ATHLETICSMinute Maid Park. $5 and up; houstonastros.com

J ULY 3 1HOUSTON COMEDY FILM FESTIVALScreenings of more than 30 short comedy films at Alamo Drafthouse Vintage Park. $10; houstoncomedyfilmfestival .tumblr.com

J ULY 3 1 -A UGUST 3HOUSTON ASTROS VS. TORONTO BLUE JAYSMinute Maid Park. $10 and up; houstonastros.com

A UGUST 22ONEREPUBLICThe Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. $25 and up; woodlandscenter.org

A UGUST 2 5 - 2 7HOUSTON ASTROS VS. OAKLAND ATHLETICSMinute Maid Park. $5 and up; houstonastros.com

A UGUST 28 -3 1HOUSTON ASTROS VS. TEXAS RANGERSMinute Maid Park. $12 and up; houstonastros.com

STAR-SPANGLED SALUTEJ ULY 3

The Houston Symphony is performing a selection of patriotic

songs at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. Free; woodlandscenter.org

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FOR THE LADIESSUIT UP AND STAND OUT IN THESE STYLE ESSENTIALS JUST RIGHT FOR A SOUTHERN SUMMER

PACK THE PERFECT BEACH BAG

1 THE BAG: Leather accents add weight to this woven cotton tote, handmade in Atlanta. $125; andovertrask.com

2 THE HAT: A crochet overlay gives a feminine take to this baseball cap. $85; proudmary.org

3 THE TOWEL: Supersoft towels that are totally customizable. $50; meandredesign.com

4 THE SUNGLASSES: The latest designs from NOLA brand KREWE come in sleek and stylish shapes. $185; kreweduoptic.com

5 THE COVER-UP: A breezy beaded tunic by the queen bee of beach style. $138; lillypulitzer.com

6 THE SWIMSUIT: This bold red Marysia suit is an Everything But Water exclusive; pair with a skirt after hours. $304; everythingbut water.com

7 THE WRISTLET: This water-resistant bag can afford to get a little wet. $32; haydenreis.com

8 THE SHOES: Memory foam on the Jasmine flip-flop makes trekking around the coast feel like walking on sunshine. $198; elaineturner.com

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FOR THE GENTSYOUR NEW MUST-HAVES FOR THE BEACH AND BEYOND—ALL MADE IN THE SOUTH

PACK THE PERFECT BEACH BAG

1 THE HAT: Southern Proper’s Frat Hat is meant to be worn in and dirtied up. $28; southernproper.com

2 THE OYSTER KNIFE: Whip out this heirloom-quality hammered Edisto knife and prepare to impress. $350; williamsknife.com

3 THE SHIRT: Made of 100% cotton and prewashed for fit and comfort, Southern Tide’s T-shirt is the only one you’ll need this summer. $34; southerntide.com

4 THE BAG: This sturdy MAKR backpack can stand up to any active adventure. $245; makr.com

5 THE TOWEL: Nashville’s Turkish-T Deck Bath Terry Towel is lightweight with a layer of terry to keep you dry. $80; taigan.com

6 THE TRUNKS: Lilly Pulitzer’s granddaughter designs these salmon-hued shorts. $125; strongboalt.com

7 THE SUNGLASSES: D.C.-based Panda makes sleek wooden frames. Profits from every pair go toward charity. $120; wearpanda.com

8 THE SANDALS: Atlanta’s Clay + Bros keeps things simple with a rubber sole and parachute-cord straps. $65; clayandbros.com

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