Real Estate

New Ways to Search for Homes

It is always exciting to see an individual who is doing the work and facing the problems, step back and create solutions. Trust, transparency and better outcomes are the next big changes in real estate. HomeSifter created by Patrick Neely, takes a different approach to searching for a home. This search helps you create a search based on what you want or need your monthly mortgage payment to be. It factors in interest rates, insurance, taxes, HOA fees and more while working to find the home...

Real Estate

7 Spindrift Place

Beautifully remodeled home in the prestigious Windward Cove neighborhood of Panther Creek! Set on over half an acre, this stunning property features a resort-style backyard with a huge pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, fireplace, and pool bath — plus a custom-built treehouse. Inside, enjoy European white oak wood-look tile floors, fresh neutral paint, designer lighting, and a show-stopping two story foyer with herringbone tile detail. The completely renovated kitchen offers custom cabinetry, two...

Travel

Fairhope, AL: Your Perfect Mother-Daughter Getaway

This Small Town Combines Southern Charm with Coastal Serenity Article by Laura L. Green | Photography by Various The best mother-daughter trips are those that do not have a frenetic pace — no need to set an alarm, catch a tour bus, or take the perfect Instagram photo. Instead, the point of traveling with Mom is to simply be together and savor an itinerary that unfolds naturally. Fairhope, Alabama lends itself to this easy-does-it vacation mindset. Located along the Eastern coastline of Mobile...

Life + Culture

Grace & Grit

Successful Women Balancing Business and Motherhood Article by Heather Davis | Photography by Bex Wood Some say mothers possess secret superpowers, and these five inspiring entrepreneurs, who seamlessly blend their passions for business and family, are a testament to the strength and resilience of moms everywhere. Amanda Carreon from Rose Wade Interior Design and A Divine Closet, Bex Wood from Bex Wood Photography, Beth Ferester and granddaughter Grace from Corcoran Ferester Realty, Meredith...

Entertainment

En Pointe

A Q&A with Houston Ballet Soloist Aoi Fujiwara Article by Alex Gray | Photography by Provided Professional ballerina Aoi Fujiwara keeps her ballet bag packed with pointe shoes — ten, to be exact. Originally from Osaka, Aoi has been with the Houston Ballet for the past decade and recently appeared as Aurora in their ethereal production of The Sleeping Beauty . It was for this performance that she painstakingly readied an eye-raising ten pairs of pointe shoes, all of varying stiffness to suit...

Education

The Metamorphic Influence of Volunteering

How Uncovering Your Passion Creates Meaningful Change Article by Dawn Allen | Photography by Provided Working in child welfare taught Marcella Herrera that true change happens when people unite.  She learned firsthand how whether you’re helping shape a child’s future or supporting a healthcare community, every contribution matters. Witnessing miracles unfold from such collective efforts inspired her to dedicate her life to volunteerism. Marcella's volunteer contributions in The Woodlands...

Life + Culture

Congratulations, Class of 2025!

12 Life Tips for Our Graduating Seniors Article by Travis Hager | Photography by Provided It's the month of flying caps — Graduation Month. As countless high schoolers in our community and beyond celebrate this great achievement, we at The Woodlands City Lifestyle had to do the same in our Women's Issue. After all, graduating from high school is a significant milestone for young women of The Woodlands. As an uncle to a graduating senior, the snarky side of me wants to say...

Entertainment

Mother's Day in Bloom

An Elevated Take on Your Typical Plans Article by Kelly Twedell | Photography by Provided Mother’s Day is nearly here. (It’s May 11, for those who need a gentle reminder!) And what better way to celebrate Mom — or the women who hold that exceptional role in your life — than taking her on an enchanting outing in The Woodlands? From roses to caviar to a final taste of sweetness, Mom is sure to feel appreciated on this tour of sensory delights. First Up:  Life In Rose Farm With over 6,000...

Arts + Culture

20,000 ATTENDEES AT THE WOODLANDS WATERWAY ARTS FESTIVAL CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF MAKING ART MATTER

The 20th Anniversary of The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival, produced by The Woodlands Arts Council (TWAC), drew an enthusiastic crowd of 20,000 attendees over the weekend, making it one of the most successful years for this nationally acclaimed event. Voted #1 Voted Best Event in The Woodlands, 14 years in a row, by Woodlands Online; #4 Voted Best Art Festival in the Nation, by USA Today's Readers' Choice, and ranked #6 in Art Sales, by Art Fair Sourcebook, the festival continues to grow in...

Health + Wellness

Houston Methodist Opens State-of-the-Art Comprehensive Care Center in Creekside

Houston Methodist has officially opened its newest facility, Houston Methodist Comprehensive Care Center in Creekside, a 32,000-square-foot medical center designed to transform the patient experience through cutting-edge technology and compassionate care. A grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Friday, April 11, bringing together hospital leadership, community leaders, and members of the media to celebrate this milestone in local health care delivery.Located in the heart of...