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ANTIQUES SHOWThe spring installment of the Urban Market Houston Antique Show returnsMay 19-20 to its location near Reliant Park at the Bayou City Event Center.Saturday features a special preview event that includes drinks and horsd'oeuvres from 3 to 6 p.m. Tickets for the all-day Sunday sale are just $8(free for kids) with vendors open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The market takes place at9401 Knight Road, just south of Loop 610 near Almeda. Be sure to bringcash and measurements from home. Food and drink are available on site allday Sunday. Information: www.theurbanmarkethouston.com.

CLASSESThe Arbor Gate features a thoughtful variety of classes and eventseach month. This month’s calendar includes Summer Survival Tipsfor the Garden and Gardener on May 17. Gardening expert andaward-winning member of The Herb Society of America SusanWood explains how to grow, harvest and enjoy herbs without losingyour cool. The class also includes instructions for drying herbs forteas, potpourris and decorative uses. This class is free, althoughother class may require a materials fee. See full schedule online.Information: www.arborgate.com or 281.351.8851.

HOME SHOWSPopular Mechanics and the Houston Chronicle present The Ram HomeSafety Prep Show on June 2, at Reliant Center. The show featurescelebrity experts, such as Mykel Hawke of Discovery Channel’s Man,Woman, Wild and Colby Donaldson of Survivor and the History Channelshow Top Shot. The event also offers access to first responders, supplies,gear, and kid friendly attractions, such as fire trucks, Coast Guard responseboats, and the Popular Mechanics Kids Zone. Tickets for adults are $8,kids get in free. Readers of Houston House & Home can receive a $2 dis-count by entering the promo code: househome. Information: www.popu-larmechanicshomesafety.com.

The Greater Houston Building Association hosts its 20th Annual NewHome & Remodeling Show June 9-10 at Reliant Center. The eventshowcases the latest in new construction trends as well as the finest inremodeling techniques for home improvement projects. Show attendeescan take advantage of this one-stop shopping opportunity to meet industryexperts one-on-one and compare exhibitors to find the expert that bestsuits their needs. Learn from professional demonstrations, classes andinteracting with professionals, who are happy to answer remodeling andconstruction questions. Tickets are $9 for adults, $7 for seniors, while kids12 and under get in free. Free tickets are available at Houston Best Buylocations. Information: www.NewHomeAndRemodelingShow.com.

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ART & ARCHITECTURE TOURSThe first Southern Living Showcase Home located in the central Houston

area opens to the public at noon on Friday, May 4 and continues the weekends

of May 5-6, 12-13 and 19-20 from 10 a.m. to noon each day. Located at 5307

Aspen in Bellaire, the 4,777-square-foot home marries regional charm with

design ingenuity in its four bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, chef’s kitchen, library and

craft room, study, mudroom, gardening stand, and outdoor living rooms. The

home, designed by JKM Designs, was built by Stone Acorn Builders and fea-

tures interior design by Edwina Alexis Interiors. Visitors are invited to register for

gift baskets and prizes to be given away, while special guests and demonstra-

tions scheduled each weekend of the showcase. More than 5,000 attendees are

expected to tour the showcase home with the $10 admission benefiting the

Houston Center for Literacy and Friends of the Bellaire Library. Information:

www.stoneacorn.com.

The 38th Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour returns for two weekends

this spring: May 5-6 and12-13. The tour showcases 10 historic homes, offering a

fascinating journey through the island’s extraordinary architectural history and

storied past. Tickets are $15 for Galveston Historical Foundation members and

$20 for non-members before May 4 and are available online and at area Kroger

stores. Information: 409.765.7834 or www.galvestonhistory.org

The Houston chapter of the American Institute of Architects organizes walking

tours throughout the year. On May 12, AIA Houston debuts its Towers andTrees Downtown Walking Tour. Explore the magnificent architecture between

Hermann Square and Discovery Green as well as the changing dynamics of our

downtown. The tour highlights the partially realized civic center plan surrounding

Hermann Square, the historic backbone of Main Street, the ambitious 1970 pro-

posal that would become Houston Center, the internationally recognized icons

from the skyscraper boom of the 70s and 80s, and Discovery Green, the newest

catalyst for downtown development in Houston. The Towers and Trees Tour

meets at City Hall, at the base of the reflecting pool in Hermann Square, 900

Bagby Street. Hobby Center Parking Garage is recommended due to 2 hour

limited street parking. Parking fees not included with registration. Information:

www.aiahouston.org or 713.520.0155.

Rienzi, the European Decorative Arts branch of The Museum of Fine Arts,

Houston hosts Twilight Tours from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Thursday in May.

Relax and enjoy the beauty and serenity of the Rienzi estate, art collection and

gardens at twilight, while Houston musicians provide a soothing serenade for

guests on the terrace and in the living room. Wine and light bites are served.

Docents are stationed throughout the house to greet visitors and share stories

about Rienzi’s collection of European decorative arts. The musical line-up fea-

tures harpist Meghan Elizabeth Caulkett on May 3, Fine Arts Strings playing vio-

lin and viola on May 10 and May 31, Spanish guitarist Lucas Gorham on May

17 and jazz duo Mood Indigo on May 24. Admission is $15 per person and $12

for MFAH members. Reservations are recommended. Rienzi is located at 1406

Kirby Drive; free parking available. Information www.mfah.org/rienzi or

713.639.7800.

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