CityCentre welcomes another designer addition to its fantastic lineup: Lily Rain. Bright and warm, the store showcases a colorful array fashion, jewelry, décor and gifts.
The Lily Rain website bills the store as ideal for shoppers who “live for discovery”, and it’s true. A piece in the window draws you into the store where layers of displays beckon you to discover something new: Lily Rain brand jewelry, accessories, candles, books, Giving Keys and stuffed animals. Fashion brands range from DL 1961 and True Grit to Z Supply and L Space swimwear.
What stands out beyond soft fabrics and intriguing earrings is the customer service. Staff greet each person that walks in and make a point of connecting with clients and helping them to find what they’re looing for.
Director of Operations, Debbie Flores, says, “I want customer service to set us apart; I want us to be a neighborhood destination.” Flores has been with Lily Rain since it opened the first store in Rice Village in 2014. Now the company has 20 locations. She says, “It’s taken a lot of hard work, and we couldn’t have done it without our dedicated crew on the ground.”
What’s featuring in fashion for 2018? Flores says transition pieces like lightweight pullovers paired with jeans or layered for a vacation look. Come find your own layer at Lily Rain’s CityCentre location between J.Crew and Elane Turner or online at lilyrain.com.
Don’t miss the 9th annual Green 6.2 at CityCentre on Saturday, March 31, 2018. An eco-friendly Houston Marathon qualify race, the run kicks off with a 5k and 10k winding through the streets surrounding CityCentre and Town & Country Village, finishing with a fantastic post-race party and kid’s K race.
The Green6.2 team strives for zero waste, providing compost and recycling bins at the event; they ask all vendors and sponsors utilize environmentally conscious materials. With paperless registration and virtual race bags, they eliminate much paper waste, and compostable cups at the water station further reduce trash.
All finishers receive a limited edition Green 6.2 finisher’s medal, a race tee, a mesh visor, coupons from sponsors and great memories.
Register at http://Green62.com today and save an additional 10% off with the coupon code MEMORIAL.
Looking for a great opportunity for kids during Spring Break? Check out Lifetime Fitness's Spring Break Camp.
For kids aged 5 to 12, the program runs Monday, March 12th to Friday, March 16th, from 8am to 6pm with a option of 7am to 8am for an additional $5 per day. Activties include gym, games, swimming, rock climbing, arts & crafts, hands on science, and learning stations. The cost is $190/week or $45/ day LIfetime Fitness Members, CityCentre residents and employees and $200/week or $55/day for nonmember.
To register, please contact Kids Manager, Brandon Day (713) 630-8451• bday@lt.life
Don't miss the opening of the Queensbury Theatre's last dynamic production, Unlock'd.
A whimsical coming-of-age story set “back then-ish,” UNLOCK’D fuses baroque and classical with contemporary pop musical theatre in a story about the roles we are born into and people we secretly wish to become. The musical tells the story of Clarissa, a smart, passionate, young woman in eighteenth century England who has reached the limit of her frustration living in the shadow of her gorgeous step-sister Belinda. Belinda complacently commands the attention of every gentleman of court, so, as the last party of the season approaches, Clarissa decides this is the day she’ll get Belinda married off and finally win a suitor for herself. But in a world rife with vanity, vacuous courtiers, mischievous gnomes, prudish fairies, and plenty of sibling rivalry to go around, it may not be as easy as Clarissa imagines. Based on Alexander Pope's satirical poem "The Rape of the Lock".
Tickets now on sale at queensburytheatre.org.
For a great dinner date, check out the set meal at Radio Milano before the meal: Pre-Show Dinner at Radio Milano with Complimentary Valet Parking and an Orchestra level ticket for UNLOCK'D - $65 Please book the "Dinner & a Show" package on the website, and the Queensbury Theatre will handle the reservation!
And remember to enter the code citycentre20 for 20% your tickets!
Fashion takes a step forward in the Memorial District with Hemline, one of the latest additions to CityCentre. Located near Sephora the shop pops with bold colors and soft fabrics.
Shipments of new pieces arrive daily, so the inventory stays fresh and unique. The wide range of high-end brands and a mix of price points means that clients are likely to find a special piece for any occasion.
And no two Hemlines are alike. “Every Hemline has different brands. You can come here, go to Rice Village, The Woodlands and find something different,” says Hemline CityCentre owner and manager Shannon O’Shea.
Part of the Hemline customer service means helping clients find a style or a piece they want, so if it’s not carried at Hemline CityCentre, O’Shea and her staff can pull from 25 other locations or order direct from the brand.
Another dynamic of Hemline is personal styling and private events. If you need help putting together a new look or dressing for an occasion, or just want to find the perfect top to compliment a favorite skirt, let the Hemline stylists guide you. Or better yet, get together a group of friends and host a private event at the store.
Hemline was started in New Orleans by Brigette Holthausen and the brand has grown to include 26 stores throughout the South. O’Shea managed both the Rice Village and River Oaks stores before opening CityCentre this year. Of the location she says, “We saw a lot of opportunity. It’s been great. The community around us has been super supportive.”
What are the trends O’Shea is seeing going into 2018? “The pantone color for the year is purple. We’re doing a lot of white-more than usual. Still the big statement earrings, the little pompoms on the shoes on the earrings. All the big accessories that you’ve been seeing will still be in and off the shoulder.”
Clients looking for pieces on trend and more can find something to fit their personal style at Hemline.Visit Hemline at 796 Town and Country Blvd, Suite 114.
Looking to celebrate with the littles? Can't stay up until midnight these days? Check out these two Noon Year's Eve opportunities in the Memorial District!
City Centre
Welcome the new year in the plaza with Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus and Adventure Kids Playcare on Sunday, December 31 from 11 AM - 1 PM with a family-friendly Noon Year’s Eve celebration; dance with a DJ and cap the noon hour off with bubbles! Enjoy face painting, a balloon and caricature artist, and capture the fun with Lucky Shots’ magic mirror photo booth.
Want complimentary premium parking during your next visit to CITYCENTRE in January? Spend $250 or more from 11 AM - 1 PM on December 31, and bring your receipts to the CITYCENTRE table in the plaza by 2 PM to receive your parking meter code. Spend $500 or more from 11 AM - 1 PM on December 31 to be entered into a drawing for complimentary valet parking for a year.*
*Purchases must be made during the hours set above, but can be accumulated across multiple retailers including restaurants. Receipts required to be eligible. Complimentary valet entries must be received by 2 PM on December 31 to be included in the drawing.
Memorial City Mall
Bring your kids out to Memorial City Mall on Dec. 31st at 11am for this family-friendly New “Noon” Years Eve celebration at the fireplace by Ice Skate Memorial City. Enjoy fun for the whole family and ring in 2018 without having to stay up late! We will celebrate with Face Painting, DJ Music, a Balloon Drop, and Lemonade Toast at 12pm Noon!
Looking for a something different for Christmas Eve? Try Radio Milan's Christmas Eve 3-course brunch between 10am and 3pm on December 24. The cost is $30 for adults and $15 for kids.
CHRISTMAS EVE BRUNCH MENU
FIRST COURSE
Parfait: vanilla yogurt / granola / fresh berries
French Onion Soup: large crouton / swiss / mozzarella
Arugula Salad: prosciutto / fig / balsamic
SECOND COURSE
Grand Marnier French Toast: powdered sugar / seasonal fruit / maple syrup
Brunch Burger: bacon / lettuce / fried egg / grilled onions
Chicken Wings & Waffles:classic wings / belgian waffles / habanero maple
Crab Cakes Benedict: crab cakes / poached eggs / harissa hollandaise / spinach
Steak & Eggs +10: new york strip / two eggs your style / baby new potatoes
DESSERT
Pumpkin Spice Bread Pudding (V) pumpkin / cinnamon gelato
Budino Al Caramello (V): vanilla custard / milk chocolate / mascarpone cream / hazelnuts
Crepes Dulce De Leches (V): nutella / banana / mascarpone cream / maple syrup
Join iTri Events at CITYCENTRE for the 7th Annual Rudolph Fun Run benefiting Firefighters Helping Firefighters—register for the Dasher 10K, Rudolph 5K or Cupid 1K. Costumes are encouraged and the participant with the best Christmas outfit will win a prize! Santa will be in attendance for pictures.
For more information and to register, visit itrievents.com.
Zayed’s Mediterranean Grill brings bold, fresh flavors to the Memorial District. This fast-casual restaurant opened its doors in CityCentre this month, offering family-friendly dining tastes for all palate.
The heart of Zayed’s is the grill. From shawarma to kebabs, beef to lamb, fish to eggplant, Zayed’s has something for everyone. Order from the grill and pair it with Zayed’s sides: hummus in many flavors, salads, hot dishes, Mediterranean classics like tabouli and baba ghanouge. Many of the recipes are naturally vegetarian and gluten free.
Everything at Zayed’s is made in house; the meat is halal and locally sourced as are the other ingredients including the produce and spices. While the commitment to making everything from scratch takes patience and work, owner and chef, Mike Zayed says, “It’s fun. We have a great team.”
Zayed studied Mediterranean cuisine internationally before coming to Houston and opening his first restaurant in 1990. Since then, he has opened Little Napoli Italian Cuisine and the Wine Cellar in the Theater District Downtown. After many years serving up Italian flavors, he decided it was time to go back to his roots and training and let Houston sample the flavors of Aleppo, Syria.
Situated between Sweet Paris and Bowl & Barrel, Zayed’s is a bright, open restaurant pairing rich wood with warm stone accents. Unique to this restaurant are the 20-foot-tall murals of photographed landmarks in Syria. In addition to ample seating, Zayed’s has a private dining room that can be reserved for group and private parties. Valet parking is complimentary for both lunch and dinner. If dining-in is not an option, try mobile ordering or delivery. Stop by today at 797 Sorella Ct, Ste 102 or online at zayedsgrill.com.
CITYCENTRE is ready to Glisten for the holidays. On Saturday, November 18 from 12 – 9 PM, you’re invited to share in the fun of the district’s annual holiday lighting in the plaza presented by Sewell Cadillac and Texas Children’s Hospital - West Campus!
*12 - 5 PM: Santa will kickoff the festivities when he arrives in his Sewell Cadillac to spread holiday cheer and pose for pictures; help CITYCENTRE and Pines Presbyterian Church fill Santa’s Cadillac with new, unwrapped toys to be donated to Texas Children’s Hospital in exchange for a complimentary picture with Santa and a chance to win a pair of Kendra Scott earrings.
12 - 9 PM: There is a 100% chance for snow in the plaza; grab a sled and take a ride down the 5’ snow slides or build a snowman in the snow box.
12:30 - 4 PM: Sephora will be in the plaza with a face painting booth.
1, 3:30 and 5 PM: Open Door Mission will fill the plaza with classic Christmas carols.
4 - 6 PM: Toast the season with a Sip & Shop while supporting local non-profit Kids’ Meals – Meals on Wheels for preschool children – in partnership with Swoon Memorial. For a $20 contribution, you will receive a commemorative wine glass, which will be filled free of charge with seasonal sips, including wine and specialty beverages, at participating CITYCENTRE retailers. Pick up your glass and walking card on the day of the event at the CITYCENTRE booth in the plaza from 3 - 6 PM. Purchase your glass in advance here!
6 PM: A DJ will set the stage for the evening’s festivities, which begin with an exciting ice carving demonstration beginning at 7 PM; Sewell Cadillac will keep you warm with delicious complimentary hot chocolate and apple cider.
8 PM: The countdown will begin to the evening’s anticipated lighting!
Glisten Holiday Lighting is sponsored by Texas Children’s Hospital - West Campus and Sewell Cadillac.
*Lineup subject to change and weather permitting.
Canstruction® Houston, Inc., a one-of-a-kind design and build competition benefiting the Houston Food Bank, returns to CITYCENTRE this November. Watch colossal structures, made entirely out of full cans of food, take shape around the district beginning Saturday, November 4; join in the fun with self-guided walking tours and public voting for your favorite cansculpture.
Expanding each year in popularity and participation since its founding in 1992, Canstruction® Houston generated more than 130,862 pounds of food for the Houston Food Bank in 2016. This allowed the organization to provide 108,963 meals for hunger relief charities in 18 southeast Texas counties. The event and exhibition is sponsored by H-E-B Houston, Thomas Printworks and b4®—a Midway-developed company with a mission to change lives through charitable giving.
For more information visit: http://canstruction-houston.com/
Memorial City Mall Monster Mash
5pm to 7pm the Square at Memorial City Mall
Join us for the third annual Monster Mash Halloween Spooktacular at Memorial City Mall! Come dressed in your best Halloween costume and trick or treat at our retailers. Stop by the Square for your map of all participating retailers and listen to the beats of our Beetlejuice DJ.
Halloween Trick-or-Treat at CityCentre
5pm to 7pm (while supplies last)
CITYCENTRE will offer children and parents the opportunity to prowl the district for tasty treasures during a district-wide trick-or-treat followed by a monster mash under the stars as a DJ spins tunes in the plaza until 8 PM. Trick-or-treating will take place rain or shine and the event is BYOB (Bring Your Own Bucket/Bag).
Participating stores include (identified by orange and black balloons): Allen Edmonds, Anthropologie, Bellagreen, bevello, Bowl & Barrel, BRIO Tuscan Grille, Charming Charlie, Chipotle, Cyclone Anaya’s, Eddie V’s Prime Seafood, Elaine Turner, Fellini Gelato & Caffe, Free People, Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, Grub Burger Bar, Hemline, J. Crew, Kendra Scott, Life Time Athletic, lululemon, Norris Conference Centers, RA Sushi, Red Mango, Sal y Pimienta, Seasons 52, Sephora, Social Status, Sur La Table, SWEET, Sweet Paris, Texas de Brazil, The Capital Grille, The General Public, The Tasting Room, Urban Outfitters, west elm, Yard House, Z Gallerie, and Zayed’s Mediterranean Grill.
Halloween Trick-Or-Treat is sponsored by Texas Children’s Hospital - West Campus and candy provided by H-E-B.