Houston “got cute” on March 28, 2009 when The World’s Cutest Animal made his long awaited debut at the Houston Zoo.

He’s Toby, the red panda.

Toby’s new indoor home near the Houston Zoo’s award-winning Natural Encounters Building includes natural log climbing features, natural substrate floor, a small pool and a water fall, skylights and air conditioning.

Over the years, the red panda has read more.

-The Houston Zoo

Ready or not... Summer is coming!

Before you know it any semblance of cool weather will be gone, children will be wanting to swim every second of every day, and parents will enjoy a break from school activities and duties. Some children may utter the words, "I'm Bored!' but it won't be the ones enrolled in fun summer camps in Katy.

But before summer sneaks up, you may want to check out some of the camps around the Houston and Katy area. FreckleTown has brought you Christian Camps, Overnight Camps in Texas, Katy VBS Programs, and now we have put together a list of Houston area Summer Camps and Katy Summer Camps for 2009.

Now is the time to do your research and get signed up. Actually, we've done most of the research for you. All you need to do is click on "Summer Camps" and look at all your choices. Most camps are already enrolling and some only enroll until April 30th so don't let the end of school craziness keep you from organizing your summer.

If you've participated in any of the summer camps in our directory please help out your neighbors by rating the camp and leaving your comments. And, as always, remember to tell them that you heard about their camp on Freckletown.

Happy Camping!

Inspired by the Disney classic. Step back in time to another place and culture full of daring action and hilarious characters, who celebrate honor, courage, and the importance of family. Travel back to the legendary, story-telling days of ancient China with this action-packed stage adaptation of Disney's Mulan. The Huns have invaded, and it is up to the misfit Mulan and her mischievous sidekick Mushu to save the Emperor! Mulan Junior is a heart warming celebration of culture, honor and a fighting spirit.

When: Friday, April 17 at 7pm & Saturday, April 18 at 2pm and 7pm

Where: The Katy Visual & Performing Arts Center, located in the Great Southwest Equestrian Center, 2501 Mason Road #290, Katy, TX 77450

Tariff: Tickets are $7.00/ adult & $5.00/ child and can be purchased online at www.KVPAC.org.

-Lisa Connolly, KVPAC Marketing Director