Top 5 Things To Do This Week in The Woodlands - December 3, 2018

THE WOODLANDS, Texas -- Winter in The Woodlands can be a little crazy. Where else can you go indoor ice skating or outdoor swimming, both on the same day? If you've been going back and forth between the furnace and the AC, here's something you can definitely count on – it's our regularly-scheduled Top 5 Things to Do This Week in The Woodlands.

Poinsettias are the go-to plant for Christmas décor. But if you're not a green thumb, or have pets who like to chew on the pretty red leaves, you might opt for a version that lives forever and does no harm. Join Pinot's Palette 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Monday Dec. 3 for Poinsettia Jubilee, a festive holiday painting class taught by a professional artist and that you get to take home at the end of the night (the painting, not the artist!). All supplies are included. BYOB and a snack if you like. Reserve your spot here.

Grab your mom, sister, aunt, daughter or BFF for Alspaugh's Ace Hardware of The Woodlands Dorothy May's Annual Ladies Night 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Tuesday Dec. 4. The Dorothy May collection, located inside Ace Hardware, features jewelry, gifts and the latest travel accessories. Described as a "shopper's paradise," this is your chance to find something awesome and unique for you or someone on your "nice" list. Plus, it's just a fun night out. Ladies Night features a DJ, snacks, wine and door prizes. Free gift wrapping is also available. Bonus: Bring the guy(s) in your life along too. They can browse all the manly stuff Ace Hardware has to offer while you get your girl-time. Click here for more information.

Want to look your best this holiday season? All that mingling, hosting, dining and shopping can take a toll, but you can prepare ahead of time by getting some great ideas at Medical Aesthetics & Laser's Holiday Open House, 10 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. Thursday Dec. 6. Receive a free Jane Iredale makeover, enjoy some light snacks and cocktails, and view live demos of the most cutting-edge noninvasive aesthetic treatments. RSVP at 281-419-2220.

Need a bit of a break from all the holiday hoopla? Enjoy dinner and live music at Dosey Doe The Big Barn, as the Bellamy Brothers takes the stage Friday Dec. 7. Brothers Howard and David became one of the most recognizable acts in country music in the 70's and 80's. Clay Hollis of San Antonio opens the show at 7:30 p.m. Dinner, a three-course service, begins at 6:30 p.m. Get your tickets here.

John Daugherty Realtors continues their tradition of hosting Photos with Santa, but this year it will be at their new office in Hughes Landing. The FREE event – photos are offered at no cost and will be available to download in time for holiday cards and letters, is Saturday Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Don your favorite holiday attire, whether it's an ugly Christmas sweater or your festive finest. Click here for more information.

Editor's note: For more fun holiday ideas, specials, events and contests, visit our Christmas in The Woodlands Guide.