Welcome to a fresh mid-January slate of things to do around Spring, TX. Cooler mornings and sunny afternoons make it a great week to explore parks, support local arts, and ease into the new year with community gatherings.
This week at a glance: Jan 12-18
- Tue 1-14, 6:30 pm - Neighborhood Watch Kickoff: Meet deputies and neighbors, review home safety tips, and sign up for block captains. Light refreshments provided.
- Wed 1-15, 10:00 am - Storytime and Craft at the Library: Songs, stories, and a simple winter craft for little ones. Best for ages 2-6; caregivers welcome.
- Thu 1-16, 7:00 pm - Winter Acoustic Night: Local singer-songwriters share originals and covers in an all-ages coffeehouse setting. Open mic spots at 8:30 pm.
- Fri 1-17, 5:30 pm - Food Truck Friday at the plaza: Rotating trucks, picnic seating, and lawn games. Pet friendly. Bring blankets and reusable water bottles.
- Sat 1-18, 8:00 am - Spring Creek Greenway Trail Cleanup: Gloves and bags supplied. Wear closed-toe shoes; great for service hours.
- Sat 1-18, 9:00 am - Winter Wellness Walk: A relaxed 3-mile group walk with stretching and hydration station. Strollers welcome.
- Sat 1-18, 10:00 am - Saturday Makers Market: Local artisans, small-batch foods, and kids craft table. Ideal for finding cozy scarves and candles.
- Sun 1-18, 2:00 pm - Youth Basketball Skills Clinic: Fundamentals for ages 8-13. Limited spots; sign in on arrival.
Family fun and learning
There is plenty for families this week. The library is running a Winter Reading Challenge through the end of the month with logs for every age; stop by the front desk to pick up a tracker sheet. On Saturday afternoon, the community center hosts a Family Game Day with classic board games and a giant Jenga tournament. If you have teens interested in tech, check out the Friday after-school robotics open lab where mentors help with simple builds and coding challenges.
Outdoors and nature
Even in January, Spring offers bright days for fresh air. Early mornings on the Spring Creek Greenway are cool, so layer up, bring water, and look for herons along the creek. Mercer-area gardens are showcasing winter color with camellias and evergreens; it is a peaceful spot for photos. Trail etiquette reminder: keep to the right, announce when passing, and pack out all trash. Dog walkers should bring extra bags and keep pets leashed near playgrounds.
Arts, music, and local flavor
Old Town Spring merchants lean into winter comforts this week with warm beverages and small bites during the Friday evening stroll. Many boutiques are previewing spring lines while offering deals on cold-weather gear. Saturday morning, catch live glassblowing demos at a studio open house, then browse the makers market for ceramics, leather goods, and hand-poured soaps. If you prefer a quiet evening, the community arts room sets up a Paint and Sip night on Saturday at 6:00 pm. Supplies are included; arrive early to choose your canvas design.
Get involved
Local nonprofits need volunteers for food pantry sorting midweek and for creekside habitat restoration on Saturday. If you have a few hours, the animal shelter welcomes dog walkers and laundry helpers. Students can bring service hour forms for signatures.
Practical notes
Expect heavier traffic near shopping corridors on Friday evening. Trails may be damp after morning dew; choose shoes with tread. Most events are free or donation-based, but bring small bills for food trucks and market finds. If cooler temperatures bother you, carry a light jacket after sunset.
Looking ahead later this month
Mon 1-19 - MLK Day of Service projects across Spring. Litter pickups, park beautification, and pantry shifts run morning to afternoon. Sat 1-24 - Winter Art Walk in Old Town with sidewalk sketches, youth chalk zone, and buskers. Sat 1-24 to Sun 1-25 - Youth Soccer Frost Fest friendly scrimmages at the community fields. Thu 1-29, 6:30 pm - Garden Talk: Planting natives for spring pollinators, with seed swap at the end. Sat 1-31, 9:00 am - Final-January Parks Volunteer Day followed by a ranger-led bird walk at 11:00 am.
Have an event next week? Drop a flier at the community desk or ask your organizer to post details on the public board. See you around Spring.
