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Welcome to the Tomball Insider where everyone is welcome including those who said “this is the year” at midnight and hit snooze by January 2nd.

Check out what’s happening this week:

• New Year Ideas

• Upcoming live Events

• George Strait Tribute

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NEW YEAR, NEW YOU

A new year doesn’t have to mean extreme resolutions or overnight transformations. This year, we’re keeping it local, doable, and meaningful. Here are five simple focus areas Tomball residents are choosing to lean into in the year ahead.

Support One New Local Business Each Month
A simple goal that adds up over time. Try one new restaurant, coffee shop, gym, or boutique each month. You don’t have to overhaul your routine. Just swap one familiar stop for something new and local. It’s an easy way to discover places you might have driven past for years while helping small businesses stay strong. Some great businesses are Honor Society Coffee Co., The Golden Knob Boutique, Victory Pie Co., Lions Den Gym, Brit’s Batch, Manna Bread From Heaven, and Tejas Chocolate + Barbecue. Be sure to also stop by the newly opened 1821 Coffee Infusion.

Get Outside and Rediscover Tomball
Many of us live here without fully experiencing it. Make this the year you walk downtown more often, attend outdoor events, or spend time at parks and community spaces you haven’t visited yet. Fresh air, familiar streets, and unplanned conversations tend to do more for your mindset than another screen break. Be sure to also stroll around the Tomball Farmer’s Market that happens every weekend.

Build Real Community Connections
This year doesn’t need more networking. It needs more neighbors knowing each other. Say yes to a local event, introduce yourself to someone new, or spend time supporting community gatherings. Tomball works best when people show up and stay connected beyond quick hellos.

Prioritize Health Without Extremes
Skip the all-or-nothing approach. Focus on steady habits you can keep, whether that’s walking more, attending a class, improving sleep, or taking recovery seriously. Consistency matters more than intensity, and local gyms and wellness businesses make it easier to stay on track. Check out some of the fitness events we mention that are hosted at the Tomball Community Center. Be sure to check out Heal Wellness Lounge that opened their doors back in July.

Be More Present in Everyday Moments
Not every meaningful moment comes from a big event. Put the phone down during meals, slow your pace at community gatherings, and give your full attention to the people you’re with. The routines of daily life tend to feel better when they aren’t rushed.

We ran across a video that feels a little too familiar this time of year. Someone is given one clear instruction: “Put it in reverse.” It gets repeated. Loudly. Things still go sideways.

If your New Year’s resolutions have ever started with confidence and ended in confusion by mid-January, this one will hit close to home. Sometimes the smartest move is slowing down, backing up, and trying again before things roll downhill.

Consider this your reminder to laugh, reset, and keep going.

UPCOMING EVENTS

🎤LIVE EVENTS AND MUSIC

WEDNSDAY, DECEMBER 31ST

🎤Karaoke Night | ⌚07:00 PM - 10:00 PM | 📍The Empty Glass

FRIDAY, JANUARY 2ND

🎤The Hollies Greatest Hits starring Terry Sylvester | ⌚Doors 6:00 / Show 8:00 | Tickets Here | 📍Main Street Crossing

🎤Live Music by Brylee Renee | ⌚08:00 PM - 11:00 PM | 📍The Empty Glass

SATURDAY, JANUARY 3RD

🎤Tribute to George Strait Featuring Derek Spence with Southern County Line  | ⌚Matinee: Doors 2:30 / Show 4:00 | Tickets Here | 📍Main Street Crossing

🎤Open Mic Night at The thirsty Bee Meadery | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | FREE | 📍Thirsty Bee Meadery

Tribute to George Strait Featuring Derek Spence with Southern County Line  | ⌚Evening: Doors 6:30 / Show 8:00 | Tickets Here | 📍Main Street Crossing

🎤Live Music by Sheila Marshall | ⌚08:00 PM - 11:00 PM | 📍The Empty Glass

SUNDAY, JANUARY 4TH

🎤Sunday Funday! Happy Hour all day & Open Mic 2-5pm | ⌚12:00 PM - 6:00 PM | 📍The Empty Glass

🎤 Beatles Tribute called Fab 5 | ⌚Doors 2:00 / Show 4:00 | Tickets Here | 📍Main Street Crossing

TUESDAY, JANUARY 6TH

🎤 Linda Gail Lewis: A Tribute to Her Brother Jerry Lee Lewis | ⌚Doors 6:00 / Show 8:00 | Tickets Here | 📍Main Street Crossing

TOMBALL COMMUNITY EVENTS

Wednesday, December 31ST

Fitness + | ⌚9:00 AM - 10:30 AM | FREE |📍Tomball Community Center

Friday, January 2ND

Welcome to the New Year’s Party | ⌚12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | $5 |📍Tomball Community Center

Saturday, January 3RD

🍅Tomball Farmers Market | ⌚9 AM - 1 PM | FREE | 📍205 W. Main Street

🖼️Tomball Art Market | ⌚9:30 AM - 3:30 PM | FREE | 📍403 Commerce Street

Sunday, January 4TH

Monday, January 5TH

Fitness + | ⌚9:00 AM - 10:30 AM | FREE |📍Tomball Community Center

Bridge | ⌚12:00 PM - 3:30 PM | FREE | 📍Tomball Community Center

Zumba | ⌚7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | FREE (18+ Only) | 📍Tomball Community Center

Tuesday, January 6TH

Mat Looming, Crochet, Crafts & Needlework | ⌚9:00 AM - 12:15 PM | FREE | 📍Tomball Community Center

Line Dancing | ⌚1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | FREE | 📍Tomball Community Center

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