5 Amazing Things About The Upcoming Montgomery County Home & Outdoor Living Show

THE WOODLANDS, TX – If you are looking to start a new project regarding home or outdoor living, Texwood Shows has a treat for you. The Lone Star Convention Center in Conroe will be ground zero for the August 28 & 29th Montgomery Country Home & Outdoor Living Show. From landscaping and home building projects to organizing your stuff and interior design, this event is something you don’t want to miss. This isn’t your average home and garden show. This show is set in a huge, 56,000 square foot Convention Center that will combine experts from around the world and well as local and regional contractors. It will host hands-on workshops and presentations for those biting at the bit to get answers to important home questions, chose companies to complete projects as well as let creative home and outdoor living juices flow. We sat down with Tony Wood, CEO and President of Texwood Shows to ask him more questions about his upcoming show. We identified 5 cool things about the show that some people may not know.

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#1 - Background of event

Texwood’s local home and outdoor living show is no stranger to our community. This event was first introduced to Montgomery County in 2003 and was originally hosted at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Center. As the event grew, the show eventually made its way to the current location at the Lone Star Convention Center in Conroe. In addition to this show, Texwood Shows also presents a home and garden show in Cypress as well as in Humble. The annual Montgomery County show is a fixture in our community and ranks as one of the more popular events in general and the most popular home related event in particular. For years, Tony has brought to the area some of the best home and garden experts in the world. He says that his show’s purpose “is to have live events where homeowners can meet companies about renovation projects. Instead of tracking builders one by one, customers can find them all in one place.” He has presented a show each year since 2003 with last year being a virtual show due to Covid-19. Each year presents new products and services to visitors. The show has grown into an event that is a must attend experience.

#2 - Contractors, Contractors and More Contractors

Tony mentioned that one of the benefits of attending this show is the opportunity to talk with and in a sense “interview” potential contractors for new projects. Instead of going from place to place or visiting multiple websites to find information, you will get the chance to talk to contractors in person at one central location. These are not fly-by-night contractors either. These are some of the best companies and people in the business. From patios and pergolas, blinds and windows to home builders, interior designer and garden experts, there is no question you can ask that one of the show contractors can’t answer.

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#3 - There will be experts on tap to offer insightful home and outdoor living presentations

Along with the contractors providing information about how best to address your projects, Tony has brought in nationally and regionally known experts. The following are some of the experts that will be attending the two day show:

Saturday Experts/Presentations/Workshops

9am – Noon
HomeShow Radio hosted by Tom Tynan
Live Broadcast (from the show)
*At the HomeShow Radio (booth #2)

10:30am
“Growing Healthier Lawns”
Dany Millikin, Host of HomeShow Garden Pros on Sports Radio 610AM and Executive Director of the Organic Houston Benefits Alliance (OHBA)
*At the 'Dockline Magazine Home Ideas Stage''

10:30am
Home Décor Workshop by AR Workshop Cypress
AR Workshop Owner, Rebecca Warriner, will work with attendees to finish a DIY mini-block creating a unique decoration for the home! A variety of designs will be available to select from.
Create your own and take it home! Participation is free and on a first come first served basis. Limit of 24 per workshop. Socially distanced seating and tables provided.
*At the Workshops Stage (near Row 800)

11:30am
Floral Workshop by Joalys Briceno, Owner of Houston Events & Florals
Learn how to assemble your own beautiful Floral bouquet from a pro. Create your own dreamy arrangement and take it home!
Participation is free and on a first come first served basis. Limit of 24 per workshop. Socially distanced seating and tables provided.
*At the Workshops Stage (near Row 800)

Noon
Seminar/Q&A Session
with Randy Lemmon/Host of Gardenline on AM 740 KTRH
*At the 'Dockline Magazine Home Ideas Stage'

12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ask Tom Tynan – One-on-One Time with Tom.
Bring Home Improvement Questions and get Answers on the Spot
*HomeShow Radio booth (#610 – Conference Center)

12:30pm
Home Décor Workshop by AR Workshop Cypress
AR Workshop Owner, Rebecca Warriner, will work with attendees to finish a DIY mini-block creating a unique decoration for the home! A variety of designs will be available to select from. Create your own and take it home!
Participation is free and on a first come first served basis. Limit of 24 per workshop. Socially distanced seating and tables provided.
*At the Workshops Stage (near Row 800)

1pm – 3pm
Randy Lemmon Book Signing 'New Decade Gardening a Gulf Coast Guide'
Randy Lemmon, Host of Gardenline on AM 740 KTRH
Location TBA

1pm
Declutter + Organize for a Joyful Home
Reclaim space, time, and peace of mind by decluttering and organizing your home with The KonMari Method. Houston’s first Platinum Certified KonMari Consultant, Simply Maven’s founder Ashley Barber and co-owner Jane McCullough specialize in the techniques of famous tidying consultant Marie Kondo, known for her Netflix series and best-selling book.
*At the 'Dockline Magazine Home Ideas Stage''

1:30pm
Floral Workshop by Joalys Briceno, Owner of Houston Events & Florals
Learn how to assemble your own beautiful Floral bouquet from a pro. Create your own dreamy arrangement and take it home!
Participation is free and on a first come first served basis. Limit of 24 per workshop. Socially distanced seating and tables provided.
*At the Workshops Stage (near Row 800)

2pm
Home Furnishings that Dazzle for Inside -- and Outside -- of your Home.
Diane Cowen, Architecture + Design Writer, Houston Chronicle
Outdoor living is the most important trend and the marketplace has been flooded with furniture collections that make everyone head out to the pool, patio or pavilion. Light neutrals are giving way to deeper, bolder colors and lighting has never been more important. Makers of home goods are launching new collections with furnishings that are more stylish and more durable than ever. See ideas for your Outdoor living space here!
*At the 'Dockline Magazine Home Ideas Stage'

2:30pm
Home Décor Workshop by AR Workshop Cypress
AR Workshop Owner, Rebecca Warriner, will work with attendees to finish a DIY mini-block creating a unique decoration for the home! A variety of designs will be available to select from. Create your own and take it home!
Participation is free and on a first come first served basis. Limit of 24 per workshop. Socially distanced seating and tables provided.
*At the Workshops Stage (near Row 800)

3pm Q&A on Building a Custom Home – Material Shortages, Costs and More!
Bryson Janecek. President of Built Green Custom Homes
Bryson has many years of building experience, including over 100 custom homes. He's achieved the coveted position of Master Builder and Senior Green Building Professional.


Sunday Experts/Presentations/Workshops


11am
Home Décor Workshop by AR Workshop Cypress
AR Workshop Owner, Rebecca Warriner, will work with attendees to finish a DIY mini-block creating a unique decoration for the home! A variety of designs will be available to select from.
Create your own and take it home! Participation is free and on a first come first served basis. Limit of 24 per workshop. Socially distanced seating and tables provided.
*At the Workshops Stage (near Row 800)


11am
“Growing Healthier Lawns”
Dany Millikin, Host of HomeShow Garden Pros on Sports Radio 610AM and Executive Director of the Organic Houston Benefits Alliance (OHBA)
*At the 'Dockline Magazine Home Ideas Stage'


Noon
Seminar/Q&A Session
with Randy Lemmon/Host of Gardenline on AM 740 KTRH
*At the 'Dockline Magazine Home Ideas Stage'


Noon
Floral Workshop by Joalys Briceno, Owner of Houston Events & Florals
Learn how to assemble your own beautiful Floral bouquet from a pro. Create your own dreamy arrangement and take it home!
Participation is free and on a first come first served basis. Limit of 24 per workshop. Socially distanced seating and tables provided.
*At the Workshops Stage (near Row 800)


12:30pm - 2:30pm
Ask Tom Tynan – One-on-One Time with Tom.
Bring Home Improvement Questions and get Answers on the Spot
*HomeShow Radio booth (#610 – Conference Center)


1pm – 3pm
Randy Lemmon Book Signing 'New Decade Gardening a Gulf Coast Guide'
Randy Lemmon, Host of Gardenline on AM 740 KTRH
Location TBA


1pm
Special Spaces Turn Homes into Havens
Diane Cowen, Architecture + Design Writer, Houston Chronicle
What special place do you need in your home? If the coronavirus pandemic taught us anything, it is that our homes need to serve more of our needs. We need rooms for exercise, relaxing, entertaining, working and even attending school. Montgomery County area residents are designing new homes or remodeling little-used spaces for all kinds of special uses. Home offices, Entertaining bars, gyms, meditation rooms, pet rooms and homework niches have found a new level of form and function. See ideas for your special place here!
*At the 'Dockline Magazine Home Ideas Stage''


1pm
Home Décor Workshop by AR Workshop Cypress
AR Workshop Owner, Rebecca Warriner, will work with attendees to finish a DIY mini-block creating a unique decoration for the home! A variety of designs will be available to select from. Create your own and take it home!
Participation is free and on a first come first served basis. Limit of 24 per workshop. Socially distanced seating and tables provided.
*At the Workshops Stage (near Row 800)


2pm
Floral Workshop by Joalys Briceno, Owner of Houston Events & Florals
Learn how to assemble your own beautiful Floral bouquet from a pro. Create your own dreamy arrangement and take it home!
Participation is free and on a first come first served basis. Limit of 24 per workshop. Socially distanced seating and tables provided.
*At the Workshops Stage (near Row 800)


2pm
Declutter + Organize for a Joyful Home
Reclaim space, time, and peace of mind by decluttering and organizing your home with The KonMari Method. Houston’s first Platinum Certified KonMari Consultant, Simply Maven’s founder Ashley Barber and co-owner Jane McCullough specialize in the techniques of famous tidying consultant Marie Kondo, known for her Netflix series and best-selling book.
*At the 'Dockline Magazine Home Ideas Stage'


3pm
Home Décor Workshop by AR Workshop Cypress
AR Workshop Owner, Rebecca Warriner, will work with attendees to finish a DIY mini-block creating a unique decoration for the home! A variety of designs will be available to select from. Create your own and take it home!
Participation is free and on a first come first served basis. Limit of 24 per workshop. Socially distanced seating and tables provided.
*At the Workshops Stage (near Row 800)

In addition, Angela Maxwell will present her unique story to visitors at the show. In May 2014 Angela left Bend, Oregon with a life pared down to what fit into a duffle bag tied to a cart. She was headed around the world - alone and on foot. Six-and-a-half years. Twenty thousand miles. Thirteen countries. Four continents. Twelve pairs of shoes and too many cups of noodles consumed to count. Hear her story and meet Angela Maxwell at the show.

Click here to read our article about Angela Maxwell.


#4 - There will be hands-on workshops every hour on the hour

Don’t miss out on home and garden related workshops by the industry’s foremost authorities. From floral arrangements to home décor participate in fun activities to add to your home and get those creative juices flowing.

#5 - There are Early Bird Tickets available

The show itself is a great bargain. The tickets sell for $10 per person / $9 for seniors, but if you purchase your tickets now, you can actually get tickets for $7 per person / $6 for seniors. Parking is free and all workshops are free as well. All materials used at the workshops are provided by the show.


Show Highlights

'Spa Sale!'
from Aqua Living Factory Outlet
Discover new features and what to look for when picking out your dream spa.

Raising A Hand for Rett
Book Signing and Appearance and mini-concert by Kevin Black

Ask the Master Gardeners!
Montgomery County Master Gardeners are on hand to answer gardening questions.

Diane Cowen, Architecture & Design Writer, Houston Chronicle
Two Presentations at the show, one each day!

Ashley Barber, KonMarie Professional Organizer
Trained by Netflix famous Marie Kondo, Ashley Barber has tips to help edit + organize your life.

Mary Scalli, CEO/President, Simple Elegance, ASPM
Mary is a Luxury Style Specialist, Interior Decorator, and Centurion Dealer Hunter Douglas Window Fashions.


Click here to purchase tickets to the Aug 28 & 29 Country Home and Outdoor Living Show

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