The 1463 April 2017

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School News... 5
Sports... 10
Easter Events... 13
Community Events... 14
Fort Bend County... 22
Fulshear-Simonton Branch Library... 23
Gardening Tips... 24
Volunteer Opportunities.. 25
Community Groups... 30
Recipes & Featured Recipe... 36
Teenage Job Seekers... 38
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THE 1463 IMPORTANT NUMBERS
SECURITY
Emergency (Police, Fire & Ambulance) 911
Fulshear Police Department 281-346-2202
Fort Bend County Sherriff 281-341-4666
Precinct 3 Constable’s Patrol 281-491-7226
Fulshear-Simonton Fire Department 281-346-2800
30626 5th St, Fulshear, TX 77441
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Poison Control 1-800-222-1222
Animal Control 281-342-1512
Children’s Protective Svs 713-394-4000
Houston Recreation Manangement 713-932-7665
(Call for Pool Party Reservations)
www.h-rec.com
Severn Trent MUD 151 - Billing 281-579-4500
Severn Trent Service 281-398-8211
Reliant Energy 713-207-7777
Centerpoint Energy 713-659-2111
Power Outage 713-207-2222
www.centerpointenergy.com/outage
Trash Collection - Best Trash 281-313-2378
Trash Days - Wednesday & Saturday
AT&T 800-288-2747
Metro 713-635-4000
Memorial Herman Hospital - Katy 281-644-7000
Houston Methodist St. Catherine Hospital 281-599-5700
Methodist West Hospital 832-522-1000
City of Fulshear 281-346-1796
Fort Bend Tax Office 281-341-3710
Emergency Service District Tax 281-342-6414
Fort Bend County Animal Control 281-342-1512
SCHOOLS
Wolman Elementary School 281-234-1700
WoodCreek Junior High School 281-234-0800
Katy High School 281-237-6700
KISD Administration 281-396-6000
KISD Transportation 281-396-2700
KISD Police Department 281-347-4000
Lamar Consolidated ISD
www.lcisd.org
Huggins Elementary 832-223-1600
Briscoe Junior High School 832-223-4000
Wertheimer Middle School 832-223-4100
Foster High School 832-223-3800
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Tax Tips
by S. Kathryn Kucera, CPA
NEED MORE TIME?
April 15 (this year, the 18 th ) isn’t far off. Do you need more
time to gather your tax information? Then ask for it! An
individual may request a six-month extension of time to
file Form 1040, to October 15 using Form 4868. No reason
is necessary. The request must be postmarked or e-filed by
the due date; no late extension requests will be considered.
Your next question is “will it cause me to be audited?”
and the answer is NO! In fact, many tax professionals
believe the opposite, that it might reduce audit chances.
Note, the filing extension is not an extension of time to
pay any balance due. If necessary, and if possible, a
payment should accompany the extension request to
avoid interest and possible late payment penalty.
Trust me on this: There are not enough accountants on
the planet to prepare all returns by their original due
dates. In the big picture, extensions are a necessity, or the
system would fall apart. Only by spreading the work over
a longer period of time can the profession as a whole even
hope to produce quality work for so many taxpayers.
Form 4868 is available in your tax software,
online at www.irs.gov.
Filing by April 15 is a lovely thing, but
there are no awards handed out for doing
so. So, extend that return!
DID YOU OVERLOOK
SOMETHING?
When I look over prior year returns for
new clients, I often see that a deduction
was missed or that there was another
error of some kind. In most cases, this can
be fixed by filing an amended tax return,
Form 1040X.
The general rule is that you have three
years to amend a return. If you filed your
2013 return by April 15, 2014, you have
until April 15, 2017 to amend it.
Form 1040X must be paper-filed; it is
not yet possible to electronically file
them. For smooth processing, various
attachments must be included. They
usually are not a do-it-yourself project;
professional assistance is recommended!

Spring Cleaning
We simply love the warmth and coziness of wintertime, but there is something else
that we anticipate at the end of winter even more: the start of spring. Our hearts fill
with joy and positivity thanks to its rebirth, renewal and re-energizing sentiment. It
prompts us to make a fresh start within ourselves and in our homes. And we are not
alone–people all over the world have practiced this same ritual for many centuries.
SPRING CLEANING RITUALS AROUND THE WORLD
Spring cleaning is a time-honored ritual for a reason. In China people clean their
houses, clothes and spirits in anticipation of Chinese New Year or Spring Festival.
They do this to get rid of bad luck and misfortune that may have accumulated during
the previous year. Once the house is tidied, it is forbidden to touch the floors with a
broom, otherwise you risk sweeping out all the good luck that entered the house at
the turn of the year.
People in Iran have a similar ritual on the 21st of March each year. They call it Khaneh
Takani, which means “shaking the house.” And that is exactly what Iranian people do.
Everything gets a thorough cleaning: from beds and rugs to curtains and clothes and
everything in between. Fresh scented flowers are brought into the house to renew the
positive energy so both the new year and spring can arrive.
In Thailand, people celebrate new spring beginnings with the festival of Songkran,
where they clean their houses and take extra care to thoroughly cleanse all images
and statues of Buddha in their possession. This tradition is then done in public during
a parade, as people pour water mixed with perfume and fragrant herbs on one another
to symbolize blessings and good luck in the new year.
SPRING CLEANING AND YOU
Why do we feel the need to clean our environments with the coming of spring? Part
of it is the urge to finally open all windows and clear the winter mustiness that has
settled there. On a psychological level, we are also sweeping out the dark winter mood
in order to welcome the positivity of spring energy, just like ancient civilizations did.
In this way, a clean house brings us peace of mind and clarity. But how do we start this
immense spring cleaning ritual? The answer is quite simple: make a list and divide it
up into smaller tasks, so you can feel the satisfaction of ticking off each item. What
follows is an example of a spring cleaning outline:
1. CLEAN WINDOWS
Start with one of the most visible issues—when the spring sun starts shining through
your windows, you can see every bit of dirt on them. Combine water, distilled vinegar
and liquid dish soap in a spray bottle and spray it against the glass. Use a fibre cloth to
wipe it on, and a squeegee to remove excess liquid.
2. DECLUTTER
Before you do a deep clean, declutter it first. This means
throwing away anything you haven’t used in the past twelve
months. Avoid throwing odds and ends into a drawer,
because they will eventually find their way out and create a
mess.
3. CLEAN ROOMS FROM TOP TO BOTTOM
Spring cleaning is about the things that you overlook during
your day-to-day cleaning routines. Vacuum the ceiling, clean
the lamps, and use a damp cloth to clean walls and doors.
Don’t forget light switches and door handles—these are
typically covered with grime.
4. RENEW YOUR BEDROOM
Organize your closets and prepare for a wardrobe transition.
Remove all clothing you haven’t been wearing in the last
twelve months and put them in bags for good will. Take your
curtains and your winter coats to the dry cleaner. Combat any
stale winter odors with scented candles or fragrance sticks.
5. A FRESH LOOK IN THE BATHROOM
Toilets, sinks and tubs get cleaned regularly, but spring
cleaning involves a different approach. Discard outdated or
unused products. Replace old towels with new, luxurious
ones. Reorganize your shelves for maximum efficiency.
6. DEEP CLEAN YOUR KITCHEN
Search your cupboards and pantry and discard any outdated
products. Replace dish and tea towels as well as the mops
you’ve been using the entire year. Clean the fridge and defrost
the freezer. Make sure you check all the food and throw out
anything that has been lying around for too long.
7. DON’T FORGET THE OUTSIDE
Clean your patio furniture and wash pillow covers. Use a
vinegar spray to dissolve green build up on teak and wooden
furniture. Throw out any pots or other garden accessories
that haven’t survived the winter in tact.
By creating a spring cleaning ritual out of these seven steps,
you’ll notice that it isn’t nearly as daunting as it sounds. And
when it’s all said and done, you will be ready to welcome the
coming year with a clear mind and an uplifted spirit.
Source: enjoythemomentrituals.com
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4 April 2017 | The 1463 Community Newsletter

School News
Private Schools
SJ23 BOYS’ SWIM TEAM WINS TAAPS
REGIONALS; ENTIRE TEAM HAS
72% IMPROVEMENT IN BEST SWIM TIMES
After winning the TAPPS Eastern Region Division II Swim Meet last year
and moving up to Division I this year, the boys’ swim team repeated as
Region Champions, beating last year’s champion St. Thomas 123-112.
Tomball Concordia Lutheran was third with 108. The girls finished 6 th
with excellent performances
from the entire team. The girls
had 68% lifetime best swims
and the boys had 76%, for a
combined team improvement
of 72%.
the 200-yd freestyle relay; Paul Polzer, Canyon Neundorfer, David Lloyd
and Korbin Podolak in the 400-yd freestyle relay; Ben Rehfeld in the 200
freestyle and 100 butterfly; David Lloyd in the 50 and 100 freestyle; Canyon
Neundorfer and Adam Tate in the 500 freestyle and Korbin Podolak in the
100 backstroke.
Additional qualifiers were named by TAPPS after the Central and Northern
Regional Championships fill out the automatic qualifiers from the top
three finishers at each Region Meet and the next fastest seven Region
times from across the state will be added to fill the 16 remaining TAPPS
State Meet slots.
SJ23 Swimmers of the Meet
were junior Lexi Truong and
Ben Rehfeld.
Top-three finishers in each
event are automatic State
Qualifiers and include Lexi
Truong, Adley Marsh, Addy
Seeley and Emmi Rotta in the
200-yd medley relay; Korbin
Podolak, Peyton Martin, Ben
Rehfeld and David Lloyd in
the 200-yd medley relay; Paul
Polzer, Canyon Neundorfer,
Mark Lloyd and Ben Rehfeld in
Team captains Ben Rehfeld and David Lloyd holding
the 2017 TAPPS Eastern Regional Championship
plaque along with the entire boys’ swim team
The 1463 Community Newsletter | April 2017 5

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IMPORTANT DATES
April 13 th - Early Dismissal (Elementary 12:40 PM; Secondary 11:35 AM)
April 14 th - Good Friday - Holiday Students and Staff
KATY ISD STUDENTS BRING HOME TOP HONORS
AT HOUSTON AREA TEACHERS OF
FOREIGN LANGUAGES’ FARRINGTON CONTEST
Katy ISD had 30 high school students win awards at the 2017 Farrington
Contest and Awards, sponsored by the Houston Area Teachers of Foreign
Language. This included six students who took home first place prizes
in Spanish Advanced, Spanish Intermediate, German 2, German 3 and
American Sign Language.
More than 200 Houston-area students participated in the language
competition and schools were allowed to send three students from
each language level. Participants completed a language exam including
reading, writing, listening and speaking.
KATY ISD PARTNERS IN EDUCATION
CELEBRATED MENTORS AT TIES & TIARAS
​Katy ISD celebrated the time, effort and heart of KEYS mentors - while
supporting KEYS Scholarships - at Ties & Tiaras on March 9 th from 5:30-
7:30 PM at NOAH’S of Katy. This year’s festivities included honoring the
2017 Mentors of the Year and KEYS Scholarship Sponsors, along with
entertainment provided by a stringed ensemble from Tompkins High
School. Also, joining the event was the Cinco Ranch High School student
artists who created this year’s KEYS scholarship masterpiece
Every year Ties & Tiaras honors Katy ISD’s family of mentors, who
spend up to one hour each week with their students. In particular, the
event recognizes a few individuals who’ve sustained relationships and
dedication to the KEYS program year after year. The Katy ISD 2017 Mentors
of the Year and their respective KEYS campuses, were:
Fred Crist, McDonald Junior High
Kevin Drury, Rylander Elementary
James Grima, Wolfe Elementary
Kirsten Hampshire, Seven Lakes High School
Steven Herold, Bear Creek Elementary
Don Mach, Taylor High School
Karen Morey, Hayes Elementary
Donna Ortiz, Cardiff Junior High
Susan Reilly, Katy High School
Collectively, this group represents 51 years of service to the KEYS program,
having mentored a total of 35 students between them. Since its inception
in 2006, the KEYS Scholarship Fund has awarded over $300,000 to
graduating KEYS seniors. KEYS - Keep Encouraging Youth toward Success -
is a relationship initiative that matches a caring adult with a student on the
brink of success for up to one hour a week, during the school day, during
the school year. Piloted during the 1995-1996 school year, this program
now extends to every campus in Katy ISD. KEYS is not a tutoring program,
but rather a relationship program, with many mentors and their students
sustaining their friendship year after year. To learn more, visit Partners
in Education under the “Community” tab at www.katyisd.org or contact
Martha Brown, 281-396-2468, marthabrown@katyisd.org.
6 April 2017 | The 1463 Community Newsletter

Lamar Consolidated ISD
WWW.LCISD.ORG
IMPORTANT DATES
April 13 th - Early Dismissal
April 14 th - Good Friday Holiday
EXCHANGE STUDENTS GET THE TEXAS TREATMENT
What is the most Texan thing to do for out of town visitors? A group of
teachers and students visiting Foster and Lamar Consolidated high
schools from Ping Tung, Taiwan got the full tour.
“We’ve tried to give them the full experience,” said Foster High School
Assistant Principal Brian Forshee. “The students were a mix of city and
rural students and we took them to the Ag Barn. Many had never touched
a live chicken.”
Five adults and 15 students from DongGang Senior High School, located
on the southwest coast of the island of Taiwan, spent 12 days at Foster
High School. The students stayed with host families and shadowed a host
student. The students are part of an exchange program involving Lamar
CISD and Ping Tung Taiwan.
“They went to the same classes as their host,” Forshee said, “unless there
was a test. In that case we gave them the chance to see something they
were interested in, whether it was an art class, culinary class or yearbook.”
Forshee said they also visited a ranch, so the students could see horses. “I
decided not to chance putting one of the kids on a horse,” he said.
One of the big interests of the students was the transportation system.
Students at their school use private transportation. Parents drop off the
student or the student has a scooter. Being driven to school by a classmate
or using a school bus was totally foreign to the group. “The only school
bus they’d ever seen was in a movie,” Forshee said. He said they group was
quite excited to witness dismissal from the bus porch.
Forshee said he found discussing education philosophy with his Taiwan
counterparts to be quite interesting. “Getting into a top high school in
Taiwan is like getting into a top college for U.S. kids,” he said. “A family’s
whole future can be decided just by getting into the ‘right school.’ It is very
different from what we are used to in the United States.
FOSTER PHOTOGS EARN GOLD KEYS
Thirteen Foster High School students earned awards in the Scholastic
Art and Writing Awards (South and Central Texas regions). Foster
photographers and writers won two Gold Key Awards, four Silver Key
Awards and seven Honorable Mentions in the contest. The two Gold Key
winners are headed to Nationals. Senior Haley Keith and junior Savannah
Fairless both received Gold Keys in photography.
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The 1463 Community Newsletter | April 2017 7

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Senior Haley Keith and Junior Savannah Fairless
Students submit their works earlier in the year and they are judged by a
panel in New York City. The awards were announced earlier this month.
Keith and fellow senior Truman Bui received Silver Keys in Photography,
while freshman Francisco Garza earned a Silver Key in short-story writing
and junior Sydney Olejniczak earned a Silver Key in humor writing.
Honorable Mentions went to:
Sophomore Sarah Archibong - Photography;
Senior Truman Bui - Photography;
Savannah Fairless - Photography;
Haley Keith - Photography;
Chase Martin - Photography;
Carlos Yicon - Photography and
Senior Margaux Malek - Science Fiction/Fantasy writing.
KIPPING, NEHLS NAMED TOP PRINCIPALS
Two veteran educators were recently honored as Lamar CISD’s Principals
of the Year for 2017. Jill Nehls is the Elementary Principal of the Year. She
is in her eighth year as principal at Long Elementary. She was an assistant
principal at Frost and Smith elementary schools prior to taking the helm at
Long. She taught in Alief ISD before coming to Lamar CISD.
Jerry Kipping is the Secondary Principal of the Year. He is in his second
year as principal at Foster High School. He was principal at Lamar Junior
High before moving to Foster. Kipping also served as assistant principal at
Briscoe Junior High School and Terry High School, and as a teacher and
coach in Corpus Christi ISD. The District’s top principals are chosen every
year by a vote of their peers.
Tompkins High School
TOMPKINS HIGH SCHOOL ORCHESTRAS’ DUCK RACE
The Tompkins High School Orchestras’ 2017 Duck Race is coming
Saturday, April 1 st , at Current Church in Katy, 26600 Westheimer Parkway,
starting at 9 AM. Duck Race participants have the chance to win one of
several guaranteed prizes including:
1. An Xbox One
2. Beats Solo headphones
3. A new laptop
In addition to the duck race, the orchestra will be hosting live music, food
trucks and carnival style booths from 10 AM-2 PM. For more information
about purchasing your $5 BUCKS-A-DUCK chances, please contact the
Tompkins High School Orchestras at 281-234-1074 or go to our website,
tompkinsorchestras.org.
The 1463 Community Newsletter | April 2017 9

Home for the Holidays Presents
9th Annual Spring Gift Market
April 8th & 9th Saturday 10-6 & Sunday 11-4
at the Katy Merrell Center
6301 South Stadium Lane • Katy Texas 77494
Like us on Facebook: Home For the Holidays Gift Market
www.HomeForTheHolidaysGiftMarket.com
or call 281-788-4297
Sports
KATY YMCA
Katy YMCA Fall Program Registration is in progress. Contact the Y for details
at 281-392-5055 or check out our website: ymcahouston.org.
SWIM LESSONS: The Y has been teaching swim lessons for over 100 years!
All ages and ability levels welcome. Morning, evening, group and private
sessions available.
YMCA CHILD CARE 2016-17 REGISTRATION: Child Care provided at most
Katy ISD elementary schools until 6:30 PM. Some schools offer both before
and after school care. Please call for specific school offerings and prices.
AHFC SOCCER SUMMER CAMP SERIES 2017
AHFC is pleased to offer the Summer Camp Series at multiple campuses in
and around Houston. The club invites all interested players to the Canes
Fundamental Camp (Ages 5-9) or the Canes Skills & Drills Camp (Ages 10-16).
Please visit albionhurricanes.org to register and for more details about
each particular campus. The camps will be offered in New Territory, Cy-
Fair and Katy locations. All information can be found under “Camps” at
albionhurricanes.org.
WOMEN’S FLAT TRACK ROLLER DERBY
Southwest Houston’s own brand new women’s flat track roller derby
team is now forming. This isn’t the old school roller derby you’ve seen in
the past. We train derby athletes to compete according to the rules and
guidelines set forth by WFTDA, the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association.
We are actively recruiting skaters, referees and volunteers. Skaters must
be female and 18 or older. Referees and volunteers must be 18 or older.
Email us at yellowrosederbygirls@yahoo.com for more information. You
can also find us at www.yellowrosederbygirls.com and on Facebook. Join
up now to become an integral part in founding and building our league.
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10 April 2017 | The 1463 Community Newsletter

SPRING SOCCER SIGN UPS -
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Katy/Fulshear/West Houston/Westpark Beltway
Registration for Fun, Fair, Positive Soccer (FFPS) is open for boys and girls
ages 4 to 18 for the SPRING Season. Games start on April 8, 2017. FFPS is
a non-profit youth soccer program dedicated to providing a positive youth
sports experience for all children. Founded in 1986 in Katy, Texas, FFPS has
grown to 22 leagues and 16,000 players throughout the Greater Houston
area. FFPS offers children a fun and fair experience, including one practice
per week, a full uniform and trophy for every player, equal playing time and
play every position, co-ed/balanced teams, positive coaching and more.
No tryouts are required. Go to www.FFPS.org to sign up. Registration fee
includes a full uniform (jersey, shorts and socks), trophy, trained positive
coaches, nice fields and background checks on all volunteers. Coaches will
call players to schedule practice by April 4 th . Practice times and location will
be determined by the coach and team. The schedule includes eight games,
played locally on Saturdays, April 8 th to May 27 th . Our Katy league plays
at George Bush Park - FFPS Soccer Complex (20150 Westheimer Parkway).
Our Fulshear League plays at Huggins Elementary (No. 1 Huggins Dr). Our
West Houston League plays at Westside High School (14201 Briar Forest).
Our Westpark/Beltway League plays at Quillian Center (10570 Westpark
Dr). Our Spring Branch/Memorial League plays at St. Andrew Lutheran
Church (1353 Witte Rd). For more information, map of all locations or to
sign up, visit www.FFPS.org or call 1-800-828-PLAY (7529).
KATY CANOE & KAYAK CLUB (KC/KC)
Join a non-profit club - free of charge. We meet every 3 rd Wednesday of
each month at 24638 Kingsland Blvd., Katy TX 77494. We post different
water trips and outdoor adventures on the Meet Up Group Website.
Don’t know if you prefer to canoe or kayak? Don’t buy something just to
buy it… try out different boats. These trips will help you decide what you
like or if you even like to paddle. We can help! We have years of water
sports adventures under our belts. We don’t sell boats or boat gear, but
we do have kayaks and canoes and/or we know people who have kayaks
and canoes. Must be at least 21 years of age to borrow a kayak or canoe (ID
Required). Must be at least 18 years of age to join (ID Required). No minors
allowed in this club. For more information, call Philip or Tisha at 713-826-
5705 or 281-782-7252. Email: mantarayinfo@mantaraydivers.com.
KATY AREA
RUNNING CLUB
The Katy Area Running
Club is a 501(c)3 non-profit
corporation which exists to
serve people living in and
around Katy, Texas who
have an interest in running.
We are a community
of people of all ages,
backgrounds, heritages and
abilities who share a common interest - running! Our focus is on group runs,
having fun, socializing and sharing our knowledge and experience with our
members and the public. We welcome all who are interested in joining us.
We have a full calendar of runs, events and socials. We hold group runs
every Saturday morning at the Sergeant Hatch Sports Park off the south
I-10 feeder road just east of Barker Cypress Rd. On Tuesdays (5 AM and 6:30
PM) we meet at the Cinco Ranch Junior High Track for speedwork and on
Thursday (6:30 PM) we meet at Crosspoint Community Church for tempo
runs of various distances and paces. To find out more and to join our club,
visit www.KatyAreaRunningClub.com.
TENNIS ORGANIZATION FOR THE KATY AREA
Katy Area Tennis (KAT) is the newest, non-profit tennis organization
meeting the needs of all tennis players in the Katy area. Our goal is to
provide a wide range of programming for tennis players as well as to
promote the game in the Katy area. Registration is currently open for a
variety of leagues, ladders and tournaments that include singles, doubles
and mixed doubles for all ages and skill levels. For more information, visit
our website at http://katyareatennis.org.
TRACK HOUSTON YOUTH TRACK CLUB
Track Houston is the nation’s largest and most successful youth track and
field organization. Our goal is to assist interested boys and girls ages 6
to18 years old in improving their physical fitness and mental stamina. We
have 2 Cross Country practice sites in the greater Houston area. Memorial
Park and Mary Jo Peckham Park in Katy. Go to www.trackhouston.com to
REGISTER TODAY!!
The 1463 Community Newsletter | April 2017 11

NETBALL CLUBS
Katy Swifts Netball Club invites people to come and learn about netball
and have some fun playing a great team sport. Open to everyone from
eight years and up including adults. Contact katynetball@netballamerica
for further information.
Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men and youth to join in, play
and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British School of Houston.
Contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for further information.
BASHANS PAINTING
& HOME REPAIR
• Interior & Exterior Painting
• Wallpaper Removal
• HARDIPLANK ® Installation • Custom Texturing
• Sheetrock Repair
• Pressure Washing
• Cabinet Painting
• Fence Repair/Replacement
• Wood Replacement
• Garage Floor Epoxy
• Interior Carpentry
• Custom Staining
• Crown Molding
• Roofing
• Faux Painting
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You can also “like” the Texas Netball Association on Facebook to see
regular announcements about netball in the Lonestar State! Also visit
netballamerica.com for general information about netball in America.
VOLLEYBALL
Please contact Dean at volleyballkaty@yahoo.com if you are interested in
playing volleyball. You must be at least 18 years old and be able to play at
intermediate level. We play at different locations in and around Katy area.
KATY RUGBY CLUB
Want to learn the newest Olympic Sport - Rugby? All ages welcome - boys
& girls, Training every Sunday 2-4 PM at Cinco Ranch High School, For
more information, please visit www.katyrugbyclub.com.
KATY CAVALIER LACROSSE CLUB
The Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club invites you to come and see what Lacrosse
is all about. Join us as we continue to bring one of the fastest growing
team sports in the United States to the youth of Katy. Katy Cavalier
Lacrosse Club offers lacrosse for boys and girls from Kindergarten thru
High School. No experience needed. For more information visit our
website, www.katycavalierlacrosse.org. Did you play Lacrosse in college,
coached lacrosse or just love the sport? We are looking for Coaches for
boys and girls. Please contact us for more information if you would like to
volunteer and be a part of the Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club, 281-942-8822.
WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE
Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite you
to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our purpose
is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun while
improving golfing skills. For more information, contact the Pro Shop at
Cinco Ranch, 281-395-4653.
LADIES GOLF
Golfing Gals is a small, fun group of ladies playing golf on Wednesday
mornings. We play mostly in the West Houston/Katy area at a different
course every week. Contact Nancy at 281-550-2043 or email: golfinggals@
yahoo.com for information.
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Easter Events
Easter Church
Services
THE FELLOWSHIP EASTER SERVICES
Friday, April 14 th :
Good Friday Services, 4:30 PM and 6 PM
Sunday, April 16 th : Easter Sunday Services,
8, 9:15, 10:30 and 11:45 AM
Located at 22765 Westheimer Parkway, Katy Texas
77450, Thefellowship.org.
HOLY WEEK AT LIVING WORD
We invite you to join us as we embark on the
holiest of journeys to Easter. On Thursday,
April 13 th , Maundy Thursday worship services
commemorating the Last Supper of Jesus and his
disciples will be held at 1 PM and 7:30 PM. Good
Friday worship services commemorating Jesus’s
death on the cross will be held on Friday, April
14 th at 1 PM and 7:30 PM.
On Easter Sunday, April 16 th , the Easter
resurrection celebration begins at 6:30 AM with
the Sunrise Worship Service. Traditional Easter
Sunday worship services will be held at 8 AM
and 11 AM and will feature the Living Word choir,
bell choir and musicians. A Contemporary Easter
Sunday worship service will be held at 9:30 AM and
ReImagine Worship will be held at 6 PM.
Living Word is located at 3700 S. Mason Rd. Katy,
77450. For additional information, call 281-392-
2300 or visit www.livingwordkaty.org.
Fun Easter Activities & Hunts
BASKETS & BUNNIES
Bring the kids out to celebrate Easter during Baskets and Bunnies on April 8, 2017 from 9
AM until noon at the VFW Park. Kids can enjoy games, activities and crafts while they wait
to visit and have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny. The City of Katy Parks &
Recreation Department is committed to offering unique and quality community events that
engage all age groups and abilities to get out, get active and have fun within our City. For more
information, please call 281-391-4840.
​BIG BUNNY BASH
​Join us Saturday, April 15 th for our annual Big Bunny Bash at Cinco Ranch Church of Christ this
year. A great Easter weekend morning of activities including egg hunts, a LIVE show, carnival
games, bounce houses, food and much more! This free event is ​for 2 years old through​ Grade 5
families. Stop in for an interactive Easter event. All ages are welcome. Free admission but food
is at an additional cost.
Further Info:
Website: ​www.crcoc.org/bigbunnybash
Facebook​: ​ www.facebook.com/cincoranchkids
Location:​6655 S Mason Rd.
Date/Times: ​Saturday, April 15 th , 9:30 AM to 12 PM
Entry Details: ​Free
Event Organizer Details: ​Anna Henix, ​anna@crcoc.org
THE FELLOWSHIP EGGSTRAVAGANZA
Saturday, April 15 th : Eggstravaganza - Easter Show with Dennis Lee and friends as well as
Egg Hunt, 10 AM. Free event for your family - but tickets for show required. Located at 22765
Westheimer Parkway, Katy Texas 77450, Thefellowship.org.
EASTER AT THE RANCH
Visit Smith Ranch Saturday, April 15, 2017 from 10 AM - 12 PM or 2 PM - 4 PM. Kids can run, play,
and visit with the Easter Bunny when your family joins this special day of fun at this 40-acre ranch.
Hunts will be divided by age. Smith Ranch is located at 25440 Beckendorff Rd.
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Community Events
Community Events
Walks & Runs
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY’S
RELAY FOR LIFE OF KATY
Relay For Life is a community event benefiting the American Cancer
Society and is the largest national fundraising event to end cancer. At
Relay For Life we Celebrate the survivors, Remember loved ones lost and
Fight Back against the disease.
This year Relay for Life in Katy will take place next on Saturday, April 1 st ,
4 PM-12 AM at Katy City Park. Each year there is a theme and as the event
falls on April Fool’s Day this year, it is appropriately themed… “Let’s Make
A Fool Out of Cancer.” We would love for you to get involved and help us
reach our goal! For more information about Relay For Life, I invite you to
visit our website www.relayforlife.org/katytx.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR
13 TH ANNUAL IMPACT A HERO 5K
An event that brings the community and combat veterans and their
families together. Registration is now open for the 13 th Annual Impact a
Hero 5K, one of Impact a Hero’s major fundraising events of the year. This
year, the race will be held May 20, 2017 at the Constellation Field and will
feature the traditional 5K Run/Walk/Wheel and Kids 1K beginning at 7 AM.
The 5K registration is $25 for untimed and $35 for timed. The 5K wheel is
$25. The Kids 1K is $15. Prices increase on May 13 th and again on race day.
Cash prizes will be awarded for the Men’s Open, Men’s Master, Women’s
Open and Women’s Master categories. Top fundraisers will also be
awarded prizes. Every registration will include an Impact a Hero 5K shirt,
free fundraising page and entry to the post-race party. Online registration
is available on their website: www.impactahero5k.com.
For more information about our organization, registration or sponsorship
opportunities, please contact: Laurel Goodroe at lgoodroe@impactahero.org.
FULSHEAR HIGH SCHOOL
TRACK & FIELD TEAM
RUN FOR COLOR 5K
MAY 6, 2017
Come out and join us for the Fulshear High School Run for Color 5k
presented by the Track & Field Team. Walk or even skip the whole way!
We hope to see you there! Register at colorforacause.weebly.com.
Festivals
HARRIS COUNTY ESD
48 2 ND ANNUAL KATY
AREA SAFETY FEST
SATURDAY, APRIL 22 ND
A fun, free opportunity to meet and learn more about the men and women
who keep us safe. Harris County ESD 48 Fire Department (HCESD 48) is
proud to announce the Second Annual Katy Area Safety Fest sponsored
by Katy Mills. This year’s event will be held from 10 AM-2 PM, Saturday,
April 22, 2017, at Katy Mills Mall, 5000 Katy Mills Cir, Katy, TX 77494. The
Katy Area Safety Fest is free to the public and will feature personnel,
equipment and apparatus from the 20+ agencies that serve the greater
Katy area. The Safety Festival’s purpose is to familiarize residents with
the men and women who serve the greater Katy area, as well as the daily
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tasks of various agencies that protect community through a variety of fun,
educational and high-energy activities. Whether fighting fires or engaging
with and educating the residents we serve, HCESD 48 and our many
safety partners understand just how much community awareness and
involvement can prevent disasters or limit the extent of damage resulting
from such emergencies.
Festival activities will include:
• Fire and EMS exhibits and demonstrations, including car fire and
extrication demos
• Life Flight helicopter landing and viewing
• Law enforcement exhibits, vehicles and live demonstrations
• Ladder truck tours and ambulance tours
• “Firefighters Combat Challenge” as well as a “Jr. Firefighter Challenge”
• An inflatable play area and kids activities
• Food and refreshment vendors
If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Simon
VanDyk at 281-599-8888 or email at simon.vandyk@hcesd48.org.
Fundraisers
KATY SIP-N-STROLL
Register now for the Katy Sip n Stroll Benefiting the Ballard House!
April 1, 2017, 5-8 PM
Peek Road at Westheimer Parkway, Katy, TX
To Purchase Your Tickets go to www.sipandstroll.com/Tickets.shtml
$35 General Admission Ticket
$65 VIP Ticket Featuring Bubbles Pre-Party
The Kroger Beer Club and 1 hour early admission
DERBY DAY PARTY
Every paid attendee will draw a Kentucky
Derby Horse to cheer for in the race with a
chance to win prizes!
~ Plus~
Ladies Hat Contest & Mens Boot Contest
JORDAN RANCH CRAWFISH BOIL
April 1, 2017 • 12 PM - 4 PM
Platters of mudbugs are on the menu during the Crawfish Boil in Jordan
Ranch Saturday, April 1, at 30722 Sonora Ridge Drive. The public can
enjoy Cajun-style crawfish and all the fixings noon to 4 p.m. plus beer,
live music by party band Bayou Roux and model home tours. A Kid
Zone with face painters, bounce houses and other activities will keep
children entertained. Food trucks will be on hand with even more food
and beverages for purchase. Admission is free and donations are being
accepted for the March of Dimes. Learn more about Jordan Ranch at
www.jordanranchtexas.com.
Silent Auction - Photo Booth - Wine Pull
Heavy Hors d’ouvres
Complementary Beer & Wine - Mint Julep Toast
SPONSORSHIP & UNDERWRITING OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE!
All proceeds from the Derby Day Party will benefit
Reining Strength Therapeutic Horsemanship and its
programming for individuals with special needs.
SATURDAY, MAY 6, 2017
3:30 - 7:30 PM AT SAFARI TEXAS
Call for event details... 832.451.6874 - Heather@reiningstrength.org
Reining Strength Therapeutic Horsemanship is a 501(c)3 Organization
8811 FM 359, Richmond, TX 77406
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Garage Sales
CANYON GATE ANNUAL SPRING
COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE
April 1, 2017, 7 AM-3 PM
GRAYSON LAKES
COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE
April 8, 2017, 7 AM-1 PM
WESTLAKE AND WESTLAKE FOREST
COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE
April 8, 2017, 7-11 AM
FALCON POINT EAST GARAGE SALE
April 1, 2017, 8 AM-1 PM
(rain date of April 8, 2017)
GRAND LAKES COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE
April 22, 2017, 7 AM-2 PM
WESTHEIMER LAKES & WESTHEIMER LAKES NORTH
COMMUNITY GARAGE SALES
Our residents have cleaned out their closets and can’t wait for you to stop
by on Saturday, April 29 th from 7 AM to 12 Noon! You’ll find treasures
galore in our community-wide garage sale! Residents will be selling their
items right out of their garages.
For a map and list of items being sold at Westheimer Lakes and
Westheimer Lakes North, don’t forget to stop by the SplashPad (located
in the Westheimer Lakes section - 26103 Canyon Fields Drive, Richmond
77406, 832-222-2355) on the day of the sale. Don’t miss out!
Theater, Arts & Music
UNITED STATES ARMY FIELD BAND & SOLDIERS’
CHORUS OF WASHINGTON, DC
The internationally acclaimed United States Army Field Band & Soldiers’
Chorus of Washington, DC will continue its long tradition of presenting
free public performances when it appears at Tompkins High School
Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at 7 PM. The Army
Field Band’s concert in Katy is sponsored by The Conservatory of Music at
Cinco Ranch, the Conservatory of Music at North Katy and Katy ISD.
The Concert Band & Soldiers’ Chorus are the oldest and largest of The
U.S. Army Field Band’s performing components. These two ensembles
combine to present joint concerts on their national tours. They have
performed in all 50 states and 30 foreign countries for audiences totaling
hundreds of millions.
For additional information about the Army Field Band’s performance
in Katy, please contact The Conservatory of Music at North Katy c/o Dr.
Michael Guevara at 832-321-3382. To obtain free tickets, please visit
The Conservatory of Music at North Katy or to receive tickets by mail (4
maximum), please include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your
request to:
ATTN: U.S. Army Field Band Tickets
The Conservatory of Music at North Katy
3719 N. Fry Road #N2, Katy, TX 77449
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THE ENERGY CORRIDOR OF HOUSTON
PRESENTS “DANCE, DANCE, DANCE”
FEATURING FLY DANCE COMPANY
Friday, April 21, 2017, 7 PM
Located at BridgePoint Bible Church, 13277 Katy Freeway,
Houston, TX 77079. For tickets and more information go to: www.
ECHOrchestra.org. ECHO will be sure to sweep you off your feet with
music that will inspire you to dance. Fly Dance Company, a local hiphop
dance company, will be performing with ECHO as the featured
guest artist. It will be an unusual collaboration between classical and
modern hip-hop.
MILDRED’S UMBRELLA THEATER CO.
MAINSTAGE SEASON
All Shows at Studio 101, 1824 Spring Street #101, Houston TX 77007
A HEROINE FREE SUMMER By: Janet Lowery
April 1 st , April 6 th -8 th , April 13 th -15 th : 8 PM
April 9 th : 3 PM
April 10 th : Pay-What-You-Can night: 8 PM
MORE INFO/RESERVATIONS:
www.mildredsumbrella.com,
info@mildredsumbrella.com or
832-463-0409.
THE HOUSTON CHORAL SOCIETY
2016-2017 SEASON
Music Fit for a King: Saturday, May 6 th , 7:30 PM. For more information,
please visit the HCS website at www.houstonchoral.org.
STAGEWORKS THEATRE
THE PRODUCERS - March 17-April 9, 2017
PETER AND THE STARCATCHER -
April 28-May 21, 2017
Stageworks Theatre is located at
10760 Grant Road, Houston, Texas 77070.
Website: www.stageworkshouston.org.
KATY VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (KVPAC)
www.kvpac.org
2501 S Mason Rd., Suite 290,
Katy, TX 77450
June 2-4, 2017: “Gingerbread Lady” by Neil Simon
Tony-award winning Broadway
play about lost misfits.
July 14-16, 2017: Don Zolidis’ “Empowered: How One Girl Scout Nearly
Destroyed the World’s Economy”
Season Tickets, including all new FLEX Packages, are on-sale now to
lock-in the best price and choice seat. Pre-Sale Show Tickets are $15
Adults and $12 Seniors. Tickets increase by $3 at the door. Group
rates are available at www.kvpac.org or in person. For Katy audience
members who seek an evening at the theater, they can look to Encore
Players as a source to enjoy the theater in their own home town
without the long commute or high cost involved with heading to one
of downtown Houston’s theaters. Katy Visual & Performing Arts Center
(KVPAC) is a non-profit arts education organization helping artists find
their light since 2001.
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Misc Events
CAR WASH FOR KIDS
Hope For Three, local autism advocates is hosting 5th annual “Car Wash
for Kids”. This event will be held on April 2, 2017 at C & C Dental (17003
Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land Tx 77479) . For more information please
go to hopeforthree.org.
HOUSTON WING - COMMEMORATIVE
AIR FORCE 2017 OPEN HOUSE
& VINTAGE AIRCRAFT FLY-IN
April 22-23, 2017 will be a weekend dedicated in recognition of the
70 th anniversary the formation of the United States Air Force, as the
Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Houston Wing presents its annual Open
House at the West Houston Airport. This event provides a rare opportunity
for the public of all ages to immerse themselves in the sights and sounds
of WWII and other authentic vintage military aircraft, which played a huge
role in our American history.
In addition to aircraft, several historic military vehicles will be on display
as well as a very unique anti-aircraft gun trailer exhibit from the Battleship
Texas. Our hangar’s WWII museum will also be open and docents will be
available to help all ages enjoy the museum’s displays.
West Houston Airport is located at 18000 Groschke Rd., 2 miles north of
I-10 and between Hwy. 6 and Barker Cypress, will be the place to visit
on Saturday and Sunday, April 22 nd and 23 rd from 10 AM to 5 PM. The
admission fee is $10 per car, which goes to supporting the organizations
efforts to keep these aircraft flying. Food, drinks and souvenirs and vintage
aircraft rides will be available for purchase. For additional information, go
to our website: www.houstonwing.org.
STRIKE OUT AUTISM
Hope For Three, local autism advocates is hosting Strike Out Autism.
This event will be held on April 23,2017 at Skeeters Baseball Stadium
(Constellation Field, Sugar land). For more information, please go to
hopeforthree.org
KATY LIONS CLUB 45 TH ANNIVERSARY
CELEBRATION OPEN HOUSE PARTY
Join us and see what it means to be a Lion
TIMES SQUARE ENTERTAINMENT
402 W. Grand Parkway S. Katy, TX 77494
Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 6:30 PM
nchesbro@comcast.net
Public is welcome!
NATURE PROGRAMS FOR
PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN
SATURDAYS IN NATURE
This program is held on the second Saturday of each month at the Edith
L. Moore Nature Sanctuary. Arrive anytime between 9 and 11:30 AM. The
program ends at 12 noon. A guided nature walk will begin at 10 AM. No
reservations required. Donations are encouraged. This is a “whole family”
program; parents or other adult guardians should participate with their
children. Upcoming programs include April program on Bird Watching
(Build a Bird Feeder).
THE TITMOUSE CLUB
The Titmouse Club is a nature program for children ages 2 ½ to 5 sponsored
by the Houston Audubon Docent Guild. The program is offered every
Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10 to 11 AM, from mid-September
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until mid-May
at the Edith L.
Moore Nature
Sanctuary,
440 Wilchester
Boulevard. Each
week features a
different nature
theme and may
include nature
talks, stories,
h a n d s - o n
activities and
walks in the woods. For more information, go to www.houstonaudubon.
org and look under Audubon Docents. The cost is $5 per child per session or
a 5-session card can be purchased for $20. The child must be accompanied
by an adult during the program. Upcoming programs include:
April 4 th & 5 th : Wildflowers
April 11 th & 12 th : Dragonflies
April 18 th & 19 th : Fish
April 25 th & 26 th : Turtles
May 2 nd & 3 rd : Frogs and Toads
May 9 th & 10 th : Life in the Pond
May 22 nd -26 th : Come Along Camp (pre-registration required)
AFTER SCHOOL NATURE EXPLORERS CLUB
Nature Explorers Club is designed for school-age children (ages 6-10, K-5 th )
who are interested in investigating the natural world. Each month we will
explore a different ecology topic, focusing on our own native plants and
animals. We will make a craft to take home, go on a nature hike, dip-net
for fish and tadpoles in the ponds and get to know the plants and animals
of the Bayou City! Fee/reservations are required. Reserve your child’s spot
at www.houstonaudubon.org. For more information contact Bethany
Foshee, Docent Programs Coordinator, bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org or
713-464-4900. Upcoming programs include:
April 20 th : Pond Insects
May 18 th : Bayou Animals
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FULSHEAR AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce holds its monthly member meetings
the 2 nd Wednesday of every month at Parkway Fellowship located at 27043
FM 1093, Richmond, TX 77406. Meet and Greet begins at 7:30 AM and meeting
starts at 8 AM. For more information about the Fulshear Area Chamber of
Commerce, visit the website at www.fulshearareachamber.com or contact
Amy Norvell at 281-914-3830 or anorvell@fulshearareachamber.com.
MOMS CLUB OF FULSHEAR/SIMONTON
We are a nonprofit support group for stay at home and part time working
moms. Beyond the social aspects of our playgroups and Moms Night Out
gatherings, we are service project group driven to help the community and
those in need. Find us on Facebook at MOMS Club Fulshear/Simonton.
MOMMY MINGLE
Every first Friday of the month Through May 2017
Calling all Fort Bend Area moms! You asked for it! Mommy Mingle is back by
popular demand! And now, it’s happening every first Friday of the month.
Come and enjoy free coffee and breakfast snacks on us (while supplies last)
and meet other mommies from your part of town. Bring your little ones for
awesome playtime in Tot*Spot, our exclusive exhibit for children 35 months
and under. Daddies, nannies and caretakers are welcome too! Everyone is
invited no matter where you live! Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center, 198
Kempner St., Sugar Land, TX 77498.
General Museum admission: Tues.-Sat.: 10 AM-6 PM. $12 per person and $11
for seniors 65+ and for active duty military personnel. Children under one
and Museum Members receive free admission. Mommy Mingle is FREE with
general admission. **Activities, events and times subject to change. For more
information, visit www.childrensdiscoveryfb.org or call 832-742-2800.
IS YOUR SPRINKLER SYSTEM
RUNNING AT OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE?
Consider having a licensed irrigation contractor come to your home and
conduct an irrigation evaluation. The WISE Guy program, sponsored by North
Fort Bend Water Authority and participating Municipal Utility Districts (MUD),
allows you to have a licensed professional evaluate your irrigation system;
and then provide an online report of the findings with any recommended
repairs - at No Cost or Obligation to you. As a matter of fact, once the
evaluation is complete, North Fort Bend Water Authority will mail you a $15
check for participating. To learn more or to sign up for a Free Sprinkler System
Evaluation, visit us at: www.NFBWA.com/wiseguys. You will also find a list of
MUD’s participating in the program.
TEXAS MASTER NATURALIST PROGRAM
The Texas Master Naturalist Program, Coastal Prairie Chapter, is now open to
applicants for the Spring 2017 program. Would you like to know more about
nature and Texas’ natural resources? Classes and field work provide training
in natural history, wildlife and the ecosystems of the area. The Texas Master
Naturalist Program is a volunteer training program sponsored by the Texas
Parks and Wildlife Department and Agrilife Extension Service, a Texas A &
M System. Volunteers are trained to help ensure that people will be able to
enjoy the natural Texas for years to come. A wide variety of topics are covered
including bird study, botany, ecology, fish, mammals and soil science.
Twelve Classes will be held at various locations in Fort Bend County and
surrounding counties, on Tuesday evenings and Saturdays, March 21 st -
May 20 th . Tuition is $150; class size is limited and applications are accepted
on a first-come, first-serve basis. For information about the training program
schedule or other information please call CJ McDaniel 832-945-2220 (cjm111@
crenshawgolf.com) or web page www.txmn.org/coastal.
FORT BEND CHAPTER NATIONAL SOCIETY OF THE
DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
Join the Fort Bend Chapter National Society of the Daughters of the American
Revolution. Contact Paula Burns at pjburns8@att.net for more information.
The Fort Bend Chapter website is www.texasdar.org/chapters/FortBend.
GIVE BACK & MENTOR A LOCAL JUVENILE
Please commit to becoming a positive adult role model for the youth in our
community. The juveniles are referred by the Fort Bend County Juvenile
Probation Department. There are so many children in need of a listening ear
and encouragement. Come forward and be that person for someone in need…
you may be the only one! Mentors must be 21 years of age and willing to give
a minimum of an hour per week. Please contact us: 281-633-7317, susan.
bearden@fortbendcountytx.gov or visit fbpfy.org.
CHILD ADVOCATES OF FORT BEND SEEKS NEW VOLUNTEERS
Do you like children and want to make a difference? Child Advocates of Fort
Bend is looking for volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children.
Opportunities include being an advocate for children in foster care or helping
out in the Children’s Advocacy Center one morning or afternoon each week.
Volunteers must be over 21 years of age, complete an application and interview
and submit to background screening. For an application or more information,
contact Volunteer Services at 281-344-5258 or kjordin@cafb.org.
Child Advocates of Fort Bend is a non-profit agency dedicated to providing a
voice for abused and neglected children in Fort Bend County. With an army of
volunteers, Child Advocates of Fort Bend serves more than 400 children each
month through its Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASATM) Program and
Children’s Advocacy Center.
BECOME A TUTOR-UNDERSTAND OUR STUDENT’S LIFELINES
Become an essential part of a student’s life by signing up to be a tutor for
the Literacy Council! The Literacy Council of Fort Bend County holds tutor
training every other month. After 12 hours of training, outstanding volunteers
are equipped to teach Basic Literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL)
classes to adults. The trainings prepare tutors to organize and compile lesson
plans, learn about various tutoring techniques, understand the purpose of
the Literacy Council and much more. Tutors do not need knowledge of any
foreign language, nor do they need formal teaching experience. We offer
many locations for tutoring throughout the area, including locations in Katy.
Tutoring sessions are offered during the day and at night. If you are interested
in impacting someone’s life by being their tutor, please contact the Literacy
Council at 281-240-8181 or visit the website at www.ftbendliteracy.org. Help
us to “Change Lives Through Literacy!”
RUOK PROGRAM
Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Dept. has a computer-generated program called
“Are You OK?” (RUOK). It is a computer-generated call intended for senior
citizens (over 55) and disabled persons who live alone and could benefit from
a daily check. A computer will generate a call each morning, at about the same
time and the participant chooses a time frame. A voice will ask, “Are you OK?”
After this, all they have to do is hang up the phone. If the participant goes out
of town or leaves the residence for any time, you just temporarily un-subscribe
and re-subscribe when you return. If the call goes unanswered, the computer
will call back 3 times at 15-minute intervals. If there is still no answer, the
Sheriff will dispatch a deputy or the local police. They will have with them
a print out of information on the person that is not responding to the calls.
This program was established by FBC Sheriff Milton Wright, Commissioner’s
Court and Ken Whitt (FBC Sheriff’s Citizens Academy Alumni Assoc.) in 1998.
Many police chiefs in the county are also participating in the program and will
proceed with the welfare check for citizens of their community. To request
more information or to enroll in this free and very beneficial program, please
call the Sheriff’s Dept. at 281-341-4704.
Fort Bend
County

Fulshear-Simonton
Branch Library
FULSHEAR/SIMONTON BRANCH LIBRARY
(FT. BEND CO. LIB.)
8100 FM 359 South, Fulshear, Texas 77441, 281-633-4675
Hours: Mon. 12 Noon - 8 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 6 PM, Wed. 10 AM - 6 PM, Thurs.
10 AM - 8 PM, Fri. 12 Noon - 5 PM, Sat. 9 AM - 1 PM, Sun. Closed. Website:
www.fortbend.lib.tx.us, Public Information Office - 281-633-4734. To register
for any events online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click
on “Calendar,” select “Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch” and find the
program. Participants may also register by calling the library at 281-633-4675
or by visiting the library.
LIBRARY CLOSINGS
April 14 th -16 th : Easter
SPECIAL EVENTS
• INCOME-TAX-PREPARATION ASSISTANCE – Friday, April 7 th , 1-4 PM; Meeting
Room. Representatives from the AARP will provide free income-tax-preparation
assistance for low-income taxpayers. Patrons should bring the following
information to the session if possible: photo ID, Social Security card(s) for self,
spouse and all dependents, last year’s tax return, W-2, 1099s and any other
compensation received in 2016, unemployment compensation statements and
any other documents that are necessary to complete your return. This service is
free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. Income-tax forms
will no longer be available at the libraries, but patrons may use the libraries’
computers and printers to download and print out the forms from the IRS
website, www.irs.gov, during regular library hours. A library card is needed to
use the printers and the cost to print is 10¢ per black-and-white page.
• VEGETARIAN OR VEGAN CURIOUS? - Saturday, April 8 th , 10 AM-12 noon,
Meeting Room. Get an overview of vegetarian and vegan lifestyles. Learn the
difference between vegan and vegetarian diets, reasons people make these
dietary decisions and how to find healthy and delicious alternative foods.
Those attending the program will get ideas on how to create meals that are
tasty and easy to make and that provide the nutrients and protein one needs
for a healthy diet. A sample menu of a week’s worth of meals and recipes, as
well as local grocery resources, will be available. The presenters will offer
suggestions on how to get started with this new alternative diet, gradually
eliminating dairy and meat from one’s diet. Learn about support networks in
the area and how to maintain the diet while dining out.
• GROWING & USING HERBS - Monday, April 17 th , 6 PM, Meeting Room. Fort Bend
County Master Gardener Tricia Bradbury will provide an overview and general
information on growing herbs on the Texas Gulf Coast. Learn how to preserve
herbs for later use by drying or freezing them or by using them to flavor oil and
vinegar. Bradbury will also share tips on cooking with fresh and dried herbs.
• CREATING A MINDFUL LIFE FOR FAMILIES - Saturday, April 22 nd , 10 AM,
Meeting Room. Bill M. Wooten, PhD, will present a basic introduction to the
practice and healthful benefits of mindfulness-based stress reduction for
families. Those attending the program will learn how to incorporate elements
of mindfulness into their parenting role and family life to increase the entire
family’s ability to relax, focus, improve cognitive functioning, handle stress
more easily, decrease an anxious child’s fears and promote family happiness.
Dr. Wooten will also share tips on fostering a healthy sense of teamwork and
reducing sibling squabbles.
• FULSHEAR BOOK CLUB - Monday, April 17 th , 12 PM, in Meeting Room. The
book to be discussed is Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mount Everest
Disaster, written by Jon Krakauer.
• FULSHEAR NIGHT READERS GUILD - Monday, April 24 th , 6:30 PM, Meeting
Room. The book to be discussed is Everything I Never Told You, a novel written
by Celeste Ng.
WEEKLY CHILDREN’S PROGRAM
• Toddler Time - Tuesdays at 10:15 AM, offers caregiver/child activities, stories
and songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age.
• Story Time - Wednesdays at 10:15 AM, 3 to 6 years of age, presents stories,
movies and participate in age-appropriate craft activities.
• After-School Breaks - 2 nd Thursday at 4:30 PM. Crafts, movies, stories for schoolaged
children in grades 1 through 5. The program on April 13 th will be “Welcome
Spring Chickens.” Make a “Spring Chicken” complete with nest and egg!
For more information on any of the above-mentioned events, call the library
or the library’s Public Information Office at 281-633-4734.
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April Gardening Tips
Mulch - If possible, buy Bagged Mulch. Bagging helps eliminate a great many
pests that die from various causes while in the bag. When you buy ‘loose’
mulch that is trucked to your home, you are also buying ants, roaches,
termites, etc… Spend a little more on bagged material and save lots of future
pest problems. Keep your mulch at least 4” - 6” below the top of your homes
exposed foundation edge/side. This will aid in minimizing pests in your home
and allow for quick and accurate termite inspections.
Shrubs, Flowers and groundcovers - Trim all shrubs/plants at least 12” - 18”
back from your home. Do your best to create a plant free zone that is 18” - 24”
wide around your home. The exception is your lawn - it can grow up next to
the slab as long as you keep it 4” - 6” below the top of the slab. The most
conducive to termite infestation are groundcover plantings, growing high
against your homes exterior or (especially) ivy that grows on your walls.
Trees - Spray your trees at least twice annually. The spring spray eliminates
overwintering pests and fungi while preparing trees to resist the pest
onslaught of summer with residual pesticides. The fall spray also kills pests
from the summer, prevents most fungi from occurring over the winter and
puts your valuable asset off to a healthy winter’s dormancy.
Lawn - Spring is the perfect time to do a fungicide treatment to stop brown
patch in its tracks along with other fungi. If your lawn is thin and weak in
some areas, here are some important fundamentals: a) lawn aeration b)
fertilization c) weed control.
Most important is proper watering:
• Water once per week (unless you get a 1/2” rain or more - then do not water.)
• Water heavily (1” - 2”) for total lawn coverage.
• In severe drought, water every 5 th day.
• Water from 5 AM to 7 AM in the morning - NOT AT NIGHT.
• A heavy deep weekly watering makes the turf grow deeper, stronger and
more drought resistant roots.
• Less watering also saves you money!!

Volunteer
Opportunities
TEXAS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL WEST CAMPUS (KATY)
We are looking for volunteers 18 years old and up, be committed once
a week 3-4 consecutive hours for a minimum of six months. Different
assignments are available to choose from 7 AM-midnight Monday -
Sunday to support patients, families and staff. Please contact us if you are
interested at 832-227-1185 or www.waystogive.texaschildrens.org/waysto-give/volunteer/.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT
MEMORIAL HERMANN KATY HOSPITAL
Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital has volunteer opportunities available.
Whether you are interested in working in the nursery, at our reception
desk, in our gift shop or even transporting patients, we have a place for
you. For more information, please contact Heather Rojas, Manager of
Volunteer Services at 281-644-7581.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT AUTUMN GROVE COTTAGE
Do you enjoy spending time with seniors? Autumn Grove Cottage is an
assisted living facility for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia related
illnesses. We are interested in volunteers socializing with our Residents.
We are a small cottage, close to your neighborhood, with just 16 Residents.
If you would like to volunteer in a cozy, home-like atmosphere then call
the Volunteer Coordinator at 281-398-6845 or visit our website www.
autumngrovecottage.com. Come be a part of our philosophy - “To honor
our Residents and those who love and care for them.” Volunteers will need
to complete a volunteer application and attend a brief training session.
BECOME A SUNRISE VOLUNTEER
Fond memories and treasured traditions start here! Enrich lives through
your generous gift of service as a Sunrise Volunteer. Please call the Activity
and Volunteer Coordinator for opportunities and details at 281-240-0500
or email cinco-ranch.avc@sunriseseniorliving.com. Sunrise Assisted
Living of Cinco Ranch is located at 21939 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, Texas,
77450. For more information, you can also visit our website at www.
sunriseseniorliving.com.
TEXAS WILDLIFE REHABILITATION COALITION, INC
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR WILDLIFE ADVOCATES
Enjoy a rewarding volunteer experience with wildlife. Texas Wildlife
Rehabilitation Coalition, Inc. is a non-profit organization, which serves as
an emergency care and rehabilitation facility for orphaned, ill, and injured
native Texas wildlife. Volunteers are welcome in the areas of assisting in the
daily functions of the center, assisting with public education programs, and
wildlife rehabilitation. Located at 10801 Hammerly, Suite 200, the facility is
open seven days a week to help wildlife in need. TWRC has a mentor program
in place to assist volunteers with “hands on” training for those interested in
becoming permitted rehabilitators. We invite you to join our organization
in saving Texas wildlife - one animal at a time. Call the center at 713-468-
8972 x158 for more information or email the Volunteer Coordinator at
membership@twrc-houston.org. Visit our website at www.twrc-houston.org.
PREGNANCY HELP CENTER SEEKS NEW VOLUNTEERS
Invest your time by volunteering with Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston
educating and supporting men and women in making healthy choices for life
in sexual integrity, unplanned pregnancy and post-abortion loss. Volunteer
opportunities include mentoring, facilitating small groups, administrative
assistance, medical services, donation room and development. Discover
your calling! For information inquire through the web site vsc@phckaty.org
or call 281-578-0078, Volunteer Services Coordinator. The Pregnancy Help
Center of West Houston is a non-profit faith based organization.
VOLUNTEER KATY
Meet with other local people who will gather and discuss/plan community
service projects and try to figure out the best way to make a difference
in our community. All volunteers welcome. Contact: Linda Wilson at 281-
222-1771 or visit http://volunteerism.meetup.com/230.
KATY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
Katy Christian Ministries is looking for volunteers to help in various areas
of the ministry and special events. If you would love to make a difference in
the community by volunteering, please visit our website at www.ktcm.org,
email volunteer@ktcm.org or call 281-391-5261 for further information.
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HOUSTON CHILDREN’S CHARITY
Join a group of people dedicated to improving the lives of children. If you
are searching for a good cause to lend a hand to, you need look no further.
Houston Children’s Charity is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated
to improving the quality of life for underprivileged, abused and disabled
children who have been otherwise left behind. The scope of our support is
limited only by the availability of resources. Our goal, the rainbow that we
chase, is to leave no legitimate request for assistance unanswered.
Do you have the time and desire to volunteer to help a great cause? We are
always in need of volunteers to help throughout the year. This is a great
way for school age kids to get in community service hours. Do you have
gently used children’s clothing, shoes and jackets? At Houston Children’s
Charity we are setting up the “HCC Closet.” All of the items donated will
be given to children - not sold at a retail store. Please contact our office
at 713-524-2878 or visit our website www.houstonchildrenscharity.org for
more information on our organization.
STANDUP FOR KIDS
How would you feel if you saved a kid’s life? StandUp For Kids is an all
volunteer organization dedicated to saving the lives of at-risk and
homeless kids through volunteer outreach efforts. Our volunteers search
the streets in order to find, stabilize and otherwise help homeless and
street kids improve their lives. Every day throughout the US thirteen kids
die on the streets from abuse, disease and suicide. According to recent
statistics Houston has up to 2,500 kids living on the streets at any given
time. Texas has the highest rate of homeless youth in the U.S.
StandUp For Kids needs supplies for our Houston program, which provides
food, clothing, counseling and a safe environment for the homeless
youth of Houston. If you or your organization would like to hold a food
or clothing drive for StandUp For Kids, please contact me at HeatherE@
standupforkids.org to learn more about StandUp For Kids or how you can
help, visit our website at www.standupforkids.org. The single greatest
need, for homeless and street kids is our continuous caring and real
support. We must convince them that we care, we want them back and we
want to help them get off the streets.
ADOPT A US SOLDIER
Adopt A US Soldier is a non-profit organization that seeks volunteers and
donors to help show the brave men and women fighting for our freedom
that their sacrifices will not go unnoticed. It connects supportive civilians
with deployed soldiers and offers a channel by which to communicate
encouragement and express gratitude to those serving in the United States
Armed Forces. Adopt A US Soldier is sustained by its volunteer workforce
located across the United States.
After a supporter asked a soldier what they needed, his response was as
follows: “No requests, just don’t want to be forgotten.” -LCPL O.J.T. III
When registering for Adopt A US Soldier your involvement can range from
writing letters and sending postcards, to mailing care packages full of items
a soldier may need or want. Handwritten letters are most important and
meaningful to soldiers. Adopt A US Soldier encourages civilians to adopt
a soldier to show your support for those that are making sacrifices for our
country. If interested, please go to www.adoptaussoldier.org to register.
SPANISH MEADOWS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
In just 1 hour you could touch the hearts of at least 4 seniors. Do you have
a little free time? Do you enjoy the company of seniors? We would love
to have you volunteer your time and services to our wonderful residents.
Spanish Meadows Nursing and Rehab opened its doors in the fall of 2005
bringing quality care in a luxury environment to Katy and surrounding
communities. We are located at 1480 Katy Flewellen Road, Katy, TX 77494.
To get further information on volunteering, please contact Robbin at
281-394-0088 or spanishmeadowsactivities@gmail.com. Please visit our
website at www.spanish-meadows.com.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT
HOUSTON APHASIA RECOVERY CENTER
HARC, a non-profit wellness facility for persons with aphasia, is looking for
volunteers to help in our programs. HARC is located at 3701 Briarpark Drive,
Suite #310, Houston 77042, which is just inside of Beltway 8 in the Westchase
district of town. We offer training and support to all of our volunteers.
Volunteer days and times are flexible based on need. For more information,
contact our center at 713-781-7100. More information about HARC and
aphasia is also available on our website: www.harctx.org.
HEALTHBRIDGE VOLUNTEERING
HealthBridge Children’s Hospital, www.healthbridgehouston.com,
located in the Westchase District of Houston is looking for volunteers.
Our 40 bed pediatric facility helps children ages 0-21 years of age as they
transition from hospital to home. Volunteers can assist our team with
direct patient interactions (play, baby holding, reading, mentoring) and
indirect patient care (greeters, phone reception and administrative tasks).
Volunteer hours vary, please contact Ellyn Poole at epoole@nhsltd.com
for more information.
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COMMUNITY OF LIFE VOLUNTEERS
IN PARTNERSHIP AT KISSITO CANE ISLAND
Imagine if you had no one to share or even worse, you were limited in
your ability to participate in the activities you love? Now, imagine how
you would feel if someone volunteered to spend time with you and shared
your enthusiasm? At Kissito Healthcare, we realize that when you make a
difference in someone else’s life, you make a difference in your own. We
recognize that our volunteers not only make a difference in the lives’ of our
patients, they are the backbone of our Community of Life activities program.
We invite you to be a part of the Volunteers in Partnership program at
Kissito’s Cane Island facility in Katy, Texas. All of our programs and services
serve a common goal: a better quality of life for the patient and ultimately
isn’t that the goal we all have for ourselves? Kissito Cane Island is a post
acute and long-term care facility.
Here are just a few ways you can volunteer:
• Like to read? Read to someone who has lost the gift of sight.
• Like to play games? Our residents are always looking for participants.
• Have a green thumb? Help us with our table top garden.
• Got talent? Come entertain our residents and share your talent.
• Do you love a party? Help with monthly events is always needed.
• Got a friendly pooch? Ask how pet visits can boost a patients’ day.
• Are you crafty? Help out with our arts and craft activities.
• History Buff? Hear stories from those who were there.
If you would like to volunteer your time and/or make a donation, please
contact Vicky Ashbrook for more information. Kissito Cane Island is
located at 21727 Provincial Blvd. Katy, Texas 77450. The facility phone is
281-717-1302.
VOLUNTEERS WANTED AT
BUCKNER HOSPICE OF HOUSTON
Buckner Hospice of Houston is in need of volunteers. We offer many
different volunteer opportunities from Patient visits to office duties. Hours
of very flexible to fit your busy schedule. You donate the number of hours
you can. Please contact Toni Cruse Volunteer Coordinator at 281-493-6800
or 713-918-9320 for more information.
THE THOMAS A. GLAZIER SENIOR EDUCATION CENTER
HAS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
STAY ACTIVE. STAY ENGAGED. A new place for seniors to learn, located at
16600 Pine Forest Lane, near Texas 6 and Clay Road. Free classes available
to Harris County residents 55 and older on subjects ranging from basic
computer skills to digital photography to astronomy, photo editing and
memory enhancement. We need you in our classrooms! Get free volunteer
training. Teach your own computer class. Contact us now at 713-274-3250
or email us: glaziersec@hctx.net. Operated by Harris County Precinct
Three Commissioner Steve Radack.
KATY QUILTERS NEEDS HELP FOR CHARITIES
Calling on all the quilters in the area to help make pillowcases and small
blankets. This last year we donated over 200 pillowcases and small
blankets to various charities. The demand is even higher with all of the
families that have lost their homes because of the fires in and around our
area. We need you and we have fabric that has been donated but we need
your hands and time to make someone smile. If you would like to help, call
the Katy Quilters, Shari Medford at 281-635-3000.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT TREASURED ONES FOUNDATION
Treasured Ones Foundation, a day habilitation program for young adults
with special needs, located on 913 S. Mason Rd. in Katy, is seeking
volunteer help to assist clients with arts and crafts, music, physical
activity, computers and much more. For more information, please contact
the volunteer coordinator, Janie at 832-766-0505 or 281-829-0284.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: VANTAGE HOSPICE
Vantage Volunteers Needed! Looking to volunteer in a way that makes a
difference in people’s lives? This is it! Our compassionate volunteer team
takes an individualized approach to care. We help provide the best quality
of life, for the end of life. This is accomplished through social interaction,
companionship, active listening and activities. In addition, sometimes
we aide and support the family by relieving the caregiver. If interested,
contact Tracy Roth at troth@vantagehospice.com.
FOSTER CHILDREN:
PREPARATION FOR ADULT LIVING (PAL)
When foster children reach age 18, they are considered independent.
That’s difficult for kids who have been wards of the state, with necessities
arranged by caseworkers with state funds. Now they’ll have to figure out
how to organize themselves and make their money last a whole month.
Fortunately, Child protective Services offers them a program to help prepare
for independence: Preparation for Adult Living (PAL). The year-long course
culminates in an all-day workshop hosted by the National Council for Jewish
Women (NCJW). The course is held at Junior Achievement’s BizTown, using
computer kiosks sponsored by local businesses. Want to help with PAL or
other NCJW programs that help change lives with hands-on community
service? Contact info@ncjwhouston.org or see www.ncjwhouston.org.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT CHRIST CLINIC KATY
Christ Clinic Katy is a nonprofit that provides quality healthcare to
uninsured and underinsured patients living Fort Bend and Harris Counties.
Volunteers Medical Providers (MD, DO, NP, PA or specialty provider)
Nurses, Medical Assistants, medical students and individuals looking to
learn more about the medical field are needed to help Christ Clinic fulfill
its mission. To volunteer, please call Beverly Allen at 281-574-1540 or via
email at beverly@christclinickaty.org. Or visit www.christclinickaty.org to
register for an upcoming volunteer orientation.
LITERACY ADVANCE OF HOUSTON
IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS
Your way to transform a life in need… Teach someone to read! Just a few hours
a week can make all the difference for someone in your community! Literacy
Advance is Houston’s largest and oldest 100% volunteer-supported literacy
organization - and we need your help! We’re calling all passionate volunteers
to help adults learn to read, write and speak English. All classes are free
because they are taught by caring people just like you willing to volunteer a
few hours a week. We’d love to match you with a person in need. Ola read her
first book at age 49, thanks to a tutor just like you. Prior teaching experience
is welcome but not necessary. Training and ongoing support is provided and
we have locations across the city. Other volunteer opportunities are available
as well, to find out more please contact Anna Zubkova, Volunteer Manager, at
tutor@literacyadvance.org or at 713-266-8777 ext.16.
GIVE BACK & MENTOR A LOCAL JUVENILE
Please commit to becoming a positive adult role model for the youth
in our community. The juveniles are referred by the Fort Bend County
Juvenile Probation Department. There are so many children in need of a
listening ear and encouragement. Come forward and be that person for
someone in need. You may be the ONLY one! Mentors must be 21 years
of age and willing to give a minimum of an hour a week. Please contact
Susan Bearden at 281-633-7317, susan.bearden@fortbendcountytx.gov
or visit fbpfy.org.
GIVE A SENIOR THE GIFT OF MOBILITY!
KATY AREA RIDE SERVICE NEEDS YOUR HELP DRIVING OLDER ADULTS
Katy Area Ride Service (KARS) is looking for your assistance in transporting
seniors in need of personal (hair salon, bank, classes, volunteering,
visiting a loved one, taking a pet to the vet) and occasional medical rides.
Rides are provided in your personal vehicles to passengers who are age
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It’s not an emergency,
but it’s still urgent to you.
Now there’s a new option from Houston’s acknowledged emergency
care leader. Introducing Memorial Hermann Urgent Care. Walk in
and get the care you need when you need it – without the wait.
Now Open in Fulshear
FM 1463 at Cinco Ranch Blvd.
Open Daily: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Walk-ins welcome
memorialhermann.org/urgentcare
65+ and ambulatory (not wheelchair bound,
may use walking aids). Time commitment is
flexible and you choose the Katy territory in
which you want to drive. Volunteers do not
provide rides that go east of Barker Cypress,
north of Clay Road, west of FM 1463 or south
of Bellaire Blvd at the Grand Parkway. Benefits
to Volunteer Drivers include the opportunity to
help seniors retain independent living, dignity
and freedom. Drivers tell us the day(s) and
times they are able to drive. Drivers choose if
they wait for the senior or return later to pick
them up. Drivers must be between 21 years
of age and 78 years of age with a good driving
record, pass a background check and show
proof of insurance coverage (state minimums)
as required by the State of Texas. To request a
volunteer driver application, call 832-773-8645
or email info@karskaty.org. KARS operates
under an official 501(c)(3) that designates it as
a transportation service provider for seniors
and non-wheelchair bound persons with
disabilities.
CASE FOR SMILES
Case for Smiles needs volunteers, sewing elves,
to help make bright, cheery pillowcases for
kids with cancer in area hospitals. Our motto
is “helping kids feel better to heal better.”
Our website is www.caseforsmiles.org and if
interested in helping, please contact Theresa
Puckett at theresaforsmiles@comcast.net.
SIRE, HOUSTON’S THERAPEUTIC
EQUESTRIAN CENTERS
Nothing else can compare with therapy on horseback.
Equine-assisted activities improve physical balance
and coordination, mental acuity, emotional stability
and social interactions. At SIRE, we see miracles
on horseback happen every day. The work of our
dedicated volunteers helps guarantee that children
and adults with disabilities in the Greater Houston
Area will have the programs they need to live longer,
healthier, more productive lives.
In addition to their weekly work in the arena, many of
our volunteers donate their time and talents at fundraising
events such as our annual Ride-A-Thon and the
yearly Trailblazers Luncheon. Volunteers are on hand
during the NARHA on-site certification and annual
SIRE Show-Off and volunteers are vital to our Clients’
successes at the Top Hands Horse Show, during the
Houston Rodeo and competition at the regional and
state Special Olympics. Therapeutic horseback riding
creates a bond of success between the rider and their
horse. Volunteers are their own personal cheering
section and the instructor is their mentor and coach.
Clients become more empowered and better equipped
to fully live their lives, each day.
To volunteer, please call one of our arenas and ask to
speak with a volunteer coordinator. SIRESpring, call
281-353-6160. SIREHockley, call 281-356-7588. SIRE
Fort Bend, call 281-344-4308.
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Community
Groups
SUPPORT & HELP GROUPS
• KATY CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION - KCWC is a ministry for
women which provides Bible Studies, Prayer Connections and fellowship
luncheons. Prayer coffees are held on the second Thursday of each
month. For more information or to RSVP for the luncheons please email
Nancy at katycwc@gmail.com or call 281-232-8338.
• KATY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES - Help to Survivors of Sexual Assault. The
24-hour Crisis Hotline number is 281-693- RAPE (7273). NON-EMERGENCY
281-391-5262.
• THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS (TCF) HOUSTON WEST CHAPTER -
meetings are held in the John Burns building of Kingsland Baptist Church,
20555 Kingsland Blvd. For more info, www.compassionatefriends-katy.org
or contact Jo, 281-347-1027 or Annette, 281-578-9118.
• FREE MENTAL DISORDERS FAMILY SUPPORT GROUPS - Meets at a
number of locations. Complete listing on www.namimetrohouston.org or
call 713-970-4419.
• NAMI FAMILY TO FAMILY - free mental disorders family education course.
For info., please call Vi 281-893-2493 or Debbie 713-849-5637.
• DEPRESSION BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE - For info., call the DBSA
office at 713-600-1131 or check out our website at www.dbsahouston.org.
• THE KATY OCD/ANXIETY GROUP FOR PARENTS - meets on the last
Saturday of each month at 9 AM at La Madeline restaurant in Katy. For
more information check out our website: http://shyness.meetup.com/353/.
• KATY/WEST HOUSTON/SUGAR LAND TOURETTE SYNDROME SUPPORT
GROUP - meets the 2 nd Wednesday of each month @ 7 PM at Christus St.
Catherine Annex Hospital, 2 nd floor, classroom B, 701 Fry Road. For further
info, please contact the support group leaders, Daryl and Barbara Brister
281-395-5392 or email darbar4@comcast.net.
• PALMER DRUG ABUSE PROGRAM (PDAP) - For Ages 12 to 17, call 281-
870-9311 or for ages 17 to 25, call 713-647-8858.
• HARRIS COUNTY WIC PROGRAM - For additional info. about WIC, call
713-439-6145 or www.houstontx.gov/health/WIC. For a recorded message
listing all Harris County WIC sites, you may call 713-439-6130.
• ECI PROJECT TYKE - If you know a child under the age of 3 who needs
assistance in at least one area of development or who has a medical diagnosis
or condition impacting his or her development, please call ECI Project TYKE
281-237-6647 or make a referral on our website www.katyisd.org.
• DIFFERENT STROKES - a support group for stroke survivors meets every
Tuesday at 10 AM in the Senior Center, located at 13150 Memorial Dr., for
fellowship, learning, sharing, exercising and loving. Call for further info.:
Kay Callahan 713-461-5604 or Roberta Owens 281-463-3490.
• THE ARC OF KATY - Board meeting is the 2 nd Tuesday of each month @
7 PM. We meet at City Police Station located at 5456 Franz Rd. The ARC of
Katy members are always welcome.
Please visit www.thearcofkaty.org or call 832-754-9802 or 832-888-9265
for additional info.
• FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY ANONYMOUS (FA) - Meets Mondays at
1225 W. Grand Pkwy S. in Katy, TX at 7 PM. For more information, call 781-
932-6300 or locally at 281-392-8914, or visit www.foodaddicts.org.
• DRUG AND ALCOHOLISM FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP - Every Wednesday
night from 7 - 8 PM. For more info, call 713-632-5237.
• HOME ENCOURAGEMENT - a 501(c)(3) non-profit that nurtures
healthy marriages and strong families. For info., contact Kellie Hurst
of Home Encouragement at 281-347-LIFE or visit our website at www.
homeencouragement.org.
• KATY ADHD PARENT GROUP - meets on the 2 nd Sunday of every month,
in room S201, at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland
Blvd. from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. For more info, contact Laura Peddicord at 281-
392-6064 or laurapeddicord@comcast.net.
• GRACE FELLOWSHIP UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - Located at 2655 S.
Mason Rd., Katy, 77450. We offer biblically based support groups. Please
call 281-646-1903 for further details or www.whatisgrace.org/care.html.
• ST. PETER’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH SUPPORT GROUPS - We
offer many different types of groups. For more info., call 281-492-8031.
Located at 20775 Kingsland Blvd.
• THE FELLOWSHIP - offers several support and growth recovery groups.
Call the church at 281-395-3950 or go to www.thefellowship.org/grow/
groups/merimnao/ for more information.
• CHRIST CLINIC - We provide medical assistance for over 4,500 adults
in Katy who are without health insurance. Christ Clinic located at 25722
Kingsland Blvd, Suite 101, Katy, Texas 77494, 281-574-1540.
• NORTH HOUSTON AMPUTEE SUPPORT GROUP - Meets monthly
on the 3 rd Thursday of every month at HealthSouth Rehab Hospital,
13031Worthham Center Drive, Houston, TX 77065. Contact Regenia
Kendrick at 832-339-3963 or email Regenia.kendrick@healthsouth.com.
• HOLY COVENANT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH WEEKLY SUPPORT
GROUPS - Grief and Divorce care support groups. For more info, www.
holycov.org or call the church 281-579-1200.
• GRIEFSHARE - Have you lost someone close or related to you? Please
join us for light refreshments and easy conversation. Second Baptist
Church, West campus, 19449 Katy Freeway, Kingsland Blvd. entrance. For
more info on dates & times, visit www.griefshare.org or call 713-365-6086.
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• KATY/WEST HOUSTON FIBROMYALGIA & CHRONIC PAIN
MEETUP GROUP - monthly meetings provide info. and support for
sufferers/families regarding any of these or related disorders. Sign
up for more info at meetup.com (search fibromyalgia and Katy TX
to find us), email vtway@comcast.net or call 281-705-4395, Vickie
Tway - Facilitator, for other info. and meeting schedule.
• HOPEKEEPERS - national web site is restministries.org for more
information or come to one of the local support groups. Grace
Fellowship United Methodist Church (2655 S. Mason Rd) on the 2 nd
and 4 th Saturdays at 10:30 AM. Epiphany of the Lord Church (1530
Norwalk Dr) on Mondays at 6:30 PM.
• LIFEWAY INTERNATIONAL - an early enthusiastic substance
abuse recovery program for adolescents, young adults and adults
and their families, meets every Wednesday at 7:30 PM at Grace
Fellowship UMC, 2655 S. Mason Rd, Katy. For more information call
713-270-6753.
• BREAST CANCER SUPPORT MEETING - meets 3 rd Tuesday of
each month at Kathy Methodist Hospital, 18500 Katy Freeway,
Houston, Texas 77094 at 6 PM till 8 PM. 832-522-1000
• HAND (HOUSTON’S AID IN NEONATAL DEATH) MEETING -
meetings are held at Chapelwood United Methodist Church, 11140
Greenbay St. Houston, TX 77024 (Memorial Area). For more info,
contact us at Info@hand.net or 832-752-1919.
• HOPE IMPACTS - network of caring people that partner to meet
the needs of homeless, helpless and under-resourced people in
the Katy ISD community. Website, www.hopeimpacts.net. For
more info, contact Executive Director, Tina Hatcher, at tinah542@
gmail.com.
• IC ANGELS - Monthly meetings in Katy to share information and
support for sufferers of Interstitial Cystitis. Sign up for more info at
meetup.com (search interstitial cystitis and Katy) or email Marilyn
at mkfmatthews@gmail.com.
• KINGSLAND BAPTIST CHURCH CAREER TRANSITION
WORKSHOP - Kingsland Baptist Church, 20555 Kingsland Blvd.,
Fellowship Hall at 6:30 PM every Thursday. Call 281-492-0785 for
more information.
• GIVE BACK - MENTOR A LOCAL JUVENILE - Please contact us:
281-633-7317, susan.bearden@fortbendcountytx.gov or visit
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Meetings available. For further info, please call Susan 281-829-6833, Leann 713-
437-2805. La Leche League International’s website is www.lalecheleague.org.
• MOMS CLUB OF KATY - please email momsclubkatyse@yahoo.com.
• MOMS @ SECOND - WEST CAMPUS - Cost is $40 for entire year. Childcare
provided for a minimal cost. For more info, call Faye at 713-465-3408 x 1007.
• BEAR CREEK BAPTIST MOPS - Meets the second and forth Friday of each
month at 9:30 AM. The cost is $10 per meeting for childcare and MOPS dues. For
more info, contact us at bcbcmops@gmail.com or 281-859-9900.
• KATY MOMS IN PRAYER INTERNATIONAL GROUP - For info., call Olivia Jones,
281-300-5000 or visit www.MomsInPrayer.org on the web.
• KINDRED - Kingsland Baptist Church. Meets every other Friday from 9:30 AM -
11:30 AM. For more info, visit http://kingsland.org/kindredpreschoolmothers or
contact Marnie Bello, wsielandmarniebello@gmail.com.
• THE FELLOWSHIP ARROW - Arrow meets the 2 nd and 4 th Monday of every
month from 4:30 PM-6:30 PM. Child care space is limited so register now! For
more info and registration directions visit: www.thefellowship.org/grow/
adult-ministries/ladies-ministry/. You can also contact us directly at arrow@
thefellowship.org.
• TRINITY KATY MOPS - Open to all moms with Preschoolers. Meets 2 Fridays a
month from 9:30-11:30 AM for brunch, speakers, crafts & fellowship. Cost is $70/
semester for MOPS Intl dues, childcare & crafts. www.trinity-katy.org/ministries/
mops.
• CALLED TO BE MOM - Epiphany of The Lord Catholic Church - Meets every
Wednesday, at 9:30 AM. Childcare available for a minimal fee. For more info,
please contact ctbm.epiphany@gmail.com.
• MOTHERS’ SHARE GROUP - meet Thursdays, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
following the KISD schedule at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775
Kingsland Blvd, Katy, TX 77450 in Room E221 (upstairs). For more info or to
confirm childcare, contact St. Peter’s UMC at 281-492-8031 or www.stpkaty.org.
• MYC - MOTHERS OF YOUNG CHILDREN - meets every Friday from 9-11:30 AM
and follow the KISD school calendar. Childcare is provided. Registration is $25 per
semester or $50 for the year, which covers books and materials. For information
and to register, please visit www.stpkaty.org/mothers-of-young-children.
• iBLOOM - young Moms…come share Monday mornings with us. Visit online
at www.whatisgrace.org/ibloom. Grace Fellowship UMC, 2655 S Mason in Katy.
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• REAL MOMS OF KATY PLAYGROUP - This group is down to earth and
drama free. Learn more at www.meetup.com/Real-Moms-of-Katy.
• WORKING MOMS OF KATY - group to support working moms in the
Katy area Charlene Taylor charleneetaylor@yahoo.com, 281-235-3043 or
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/workingmomsofkaty.
• KATY AREA PARENTS OF MULTIPLES (KAPOM) - meets the 2 nd
Monday of each month 6:30-9 pm, see our website for location. For
more info, please email membership@kapom.org or visit our website
www.kapom.org.
• KATY PARENTS OF GIFTED AND TALENTED SUPPORT GROUP (KPGT)
- an advocacy organization dedicated to promoting quality educational
services for the gifted students in the school district. Visit our website at
www.kpgt.org for a printable membership form.
• KATY ASSOCIATION OF CHILD CARE PROFESSIONALS - meets the third
Wednesday of each month at the MUD #81 building located at Cimarron
Parkway and Hidden Canyon. Refreshments are served. For more info, call
281-578-6376 or 281-392-0989.
• PARENTS WITHOUT PARTNERS - For more info. about Parents
Without Partners International, check out our website at www.
parentswithoutpartners.org or Parent with Partners Greater Houston
Chapter #63 at www.pwphouston.org. Contact Barbara 281-469-5646.
• FAMILY TO FAMILY - an organization dedicated to helping families who
have a child with disabilities. For more information, please all Joanie or
Carolyn at 713-466-6304 or go to www.familytofamilynetwork.org.
• BREATH OF LIFE CHILDREN’S CENTER CLINIC - We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit
organization. For questions, please call 281-398-7353.
• MEMORIAL HERMANN KATY HOSPITAL - offers parenting classes, for
info. call 713-222-CARE.
• WEST HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER - offers parenting classes. To inquire
or register, please call 281-588-8065.
• HIKE IT BABY - dedicated to getting families together and out into
nature across the Houston area. Check out www.hikeitbaby.com for more
information and search “Hike It Baby Houston” on Facebook.
COMMUNITY & COMMERCE GROUPS
POLITICAL INTEREST GROUPS:
• WEST FORT BEND COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN - For more info.,
contact Susan at 281-633-2277 or BurgerBizInc@aol.com.
• REPUBLICAN WOMEN’S CLUB OF KATY - Monthly meetings are the 1 st
Thursday of each month at the Golf Club of Cinco Ranch. More info on
Facebook or email Kandace Dusek at Rwckaty1@gmail.com.
• KATY AREA DEMOCRATS - meets 3 rd Tuesday of the month at Briarchester
club house at 7 PM. For info., contact Pat Darwish 281-647-0986, visit
ww.katydemocrats.org or email atydems@hotmail.com.
BUSINESS/NETWORKING:
• W. HOUSTON CHAPTER, INTERN’L ASSOC. OF ADMIN. PROFESSIONALS
(WHIAAP) - meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at Embassy Suites
Houston - Energy Corridor at 11730 Katy Freeway (N. side of I10 - Kirkwood
Exit). (Caroline Champness CPS/CAP caroline.champness@bp.com).
• ABWA WEST HOUSTON NETWORK - meets the second Thursday of each
month, 11:30 AM - 1 PM, at the Marriott Energy Corrridor. For more info, or
to RSVP, visit our website at www.whenabwa.org.
• BUSINESS NETWORK INTERNATIONAL - KATY - meets every Thursday,
7 AM, Willowfork Country Club, 21055 Westheimer Pkwy, Katy, TX 77450.
If you are interested in growing your business, please come to a meeting.
Call Kitty Tennison, President, 281-221-0016 or Susan Hendrix, Vice-
President, 954-729-3870 for more information.
• (BNI) BUSINESS NETWORK INTERNATIONAL - CINCO RANCH - meets
each Tuesday morning at 7-8:30 am at Willowfork Country Club at 21055
Westheimer Parkway, Katy, Katy, TX 77450. For info., Len Tierney at 713-
824-6960 or go to www.bnihouston.com and search for Cinco Ranch
Chapter in Katy, Texas.
• PARKWAY BUSINESS PARTNERS CHAPTER OF BNI - meets every
Wednesday at Willow Fork Country Club in Katy. Meetings are held
from 7:15 AM until 9 AM and visitors are welcome. For information or a
reservation to attend, please call Chris at 832-252-9413.
• INHOUSTON-KATY PREMIER PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS NETWORKING
- meets the 2 nd Tuesday of each month, 4 -7 PM at Texas Borders Bar &
Grill, 20940 Katy Fwy, Katy, Texas. For info., call Newell Cheatheam 281-
392-3034, newell.cheatheam@gmail.com or www.newellsdesigns.com.
• THE ULTIMATE FITNESS AND WELLNESS NETWORK - Meetings are the
second Thursday of each month at 7 PM. Membership is free. For more
information, contact Karen Narum 281-871-8920 or fitnessjourney@live.
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• WEST KATY NETWEAVERS - meets at Yong’s (Cravings Grill) 29615
FM 1093, Fulshear, TX 77441 every second and fourth Wednesday of
the month, at 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM sharp. The cost of breakfast is $5 and
an additional fee is $1. For questions, visit www.facebook.com/groups/
westkatynetweavers.
• KATY BAR ASSOCIATION - an Association of Attorneys who live or work in
the Katy Area, holds its monthly meeting at 12 PM on the fourth Tuesday
of every month at Willow Fork Country Club. Contact Sarah Springer at
sarah@sarahspringerlaw.com or 281-646-0644 for more info.
• FULSHEAR AREA CHAMBER – meets 2 nd Wednesday of every month
at Parkway Fellowship, 27043 FM 1093, Richmond, TX 77406, 7:30
AM. For more info, contact Amy Norvell at 832-600-3321, anorvell@
fulshearareachamber.com or www.fulshearareachamber.com.
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• KATY LIONS CLUB - Meets the 1 st and 3 rd Thursday of each month at 7
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• FULSHEAR-SIMONTON LIONS CLUB - Meets the 2 nd Thursday of
each month at 7 PM at Yong’s Asian Fusion & Sushi restaurant in
Fulshear. Visit www.fulshearsimontonlionsclub.org or email us at info@
fulshearsimontonlionslcub.org to learn more.
ROTARY CLUBS:
• THE ROTARY CLUB OF KATY SUNRISE (RCKS) - meets every Tuesday
morning, at 7 AM, at Cinco Ranch Golf Club, guests and visitors welcome.
For more info visit www.katysunriserotary.com.
• THE ROTARY CLUB OF KATY - meets each Thursday, noon to 1 PM, at
Hasta La Pasta, 1450 Grand Parkway, Suite E. For more info, call 281-392-
0045 or www.katyrotary.com.
• WEST HOUSTON ROTARY CLUB - Tuesdays, 12:15 PM, West Houston
Omni, North Eldridge at Katy Freeway. 281-627-0662.
TOASTMASTERS:
• KATY TOASTMASTERS - meets the first three Thursdays of each month
at 7:30 PM at Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union, 25525 Katy Mills Parkway,
Katy, TX 77494. We are located behind Katy Mills Mall near Pin Oak Road.
Visitors are welcome! Visit our website at http://katy.freetoasthost.org/.
• PARK 10 TALKERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB - meets every Thursday at
11:45 AM at NACE, 1440 South Creek Dr., Houston, 77084, telephone 281-
228-6287. For more info on Toastmasters, go to www.toastmasters.org.
• EASY RISERS TOASTMASTERS - meets every Tuesday morning from
7 - 8 AM in the Fulbright Tower located at 1301 McKinney. For more info,
contact Ed Young at edyoung2@hotmail.com.
NEIGHBORS/WELCOME:
• KATY NEIGHBORS’ COFFEES - Meets monthly on the last Tuesday, at 10
AM, at member’s homes. There are no officers of this club and membership
is free to all. For more information, please contact 281-578-2078 or 281-
395-1730.
• WELCOME WAGON CLUB OF KATY - please call Peggy at 979-709-4497 or
email welcomewagonclubkaty@yahoo.com.
MISC COMMUNITY GROUPS:
• THE GREEN TRAILS LADIES CLUB - For more info., call Helen Connolly
at 832-577-7177.
• CINCO RANCH LADIES CLUB – meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7
PM for their general meeting at The Golf Club at Cinco Ranch, 23030 Cinco
Ranch Blvd. For more information, visit www.cincoranchladiesclub.org.
• THE GREATER KATY EXCHANGE CLUB - meets the first Wednesday
of each month at 6:30 PM, at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810
Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. $15, includes dinner and guest speaker. For
info., www.KatyExchangeClub.com or call Newell Cheatheam at 281-392-
3034 or Kyle Simmons 281-497-7180 or www.KatyExchangeClub.com.
RSVP is required.
• TEXAS COASTAL CATTLEWOMEN (TCCW) - meets on the third
Wednesday of each month, at various locations throughout the Houston
area. For more info, contact Dorothy at cattlegamma@aol.com or Sue at
281-238-8382 or cell 281-381-1987.
• KATY ROCKS - Mix, mingle, socialize and network with singles ages 35+
Group has a variety of events each month. For more details, visit www.
meetup.com/Katy-Rocks.
• BP PARTNERS - Local organization for the spouses and partners of
BP employees. Monthly activities. For membership info., visit www.
bppartnershouston.com.
• KATY AREA RETIRED EDUCATORS - meets at 11:30 AM, on the 2 nd
Wednesday of each month, September through May, at the Merrell
Center in Katy. For information contact Luanne Zacek at 281-391-8464 or
lzacek@hotmail.com.
• WESTSIDE OVER 50 CLUB - meets 1 st Wednesday of each month at 6:30
PM for dinner and socializing. For reservations and info., please contact
Frank Watson at 281-492-6202 or Kirk Hanson, 281-346-0459.
CRAFT & HOBBY GROUPS
• NOTTINGHAM COUNTRY GARDEN CLUB OF KATY - We welcome all
people interested in gardening and the environment, from the West
Houston and Katy area. You do not have to live in Nottingham Country to
belong to our organization! For more information about the club, please
call 281-578-1036 or 281-693-0016.
• HARRIS COUNTY MASTER GARDENER - Upcoming events (all events are free
and at 3033 Bear Creek Dr. unless specified elsewhere): Call for information
on events. We generally meet on the first Tuesday of the month.
• KATY VOCAL EXPRESS - The newest prospective Sweet Adelines Chorus
has arrived in Katy area. Ladies are invited to attend chorus rehearsal
any Thursday evening, 7-9 PM at Holy Covenant United Methodist
Church, 2211 Morton Ranch Road, Katy 77493. For more info, email
katyvocalexpress@gmail.com.
• GRACE NOTES - Singers and instrumentalists are invited to join a women’s
performing group which shares music in the community at retirement
homes. We sing once a month for the congregation of St. Peter’s during
Sunday worship services. Tuesday’s mornings are our outing days to
perform to the community. For more info, contact Gail at 281-782-1598.
• AMERICAN SEWING GUILD IN KATY - meets 3 rd Wednesday of every
month from 1 to 3 PM at Quilt & Sew, 829 Mason Rd., Katy. For more info,
go to www.asghouston.org.
• THE PRIDE OF TEXAS DECORATIVE ARTISTS - meets 2 nd Thursday of the
month at 6:30 PM. We meet at Bear Creek Community Center off Patterson
Rd. in Bear Creek Park. For more info, call Gloria Ware 281-492-0246.
• WEST HOUSTON QUILT GUILD, 3 rd Wednesdays, 7 PM Bear Creek
Community Center, 3055 Bear Creek Dr. Houston, TX 77084, For more info.,
check our website at www.whqg.org.
• KATY QUILTERS, Time and place will be scheduled in the Katy Area. Call
the Katy Quilters, Shari Medford at 281-635-3000.
• THE BLUEBONNET STENCILERS OF TEXAS - meets 1 st Monday of
the month from 6:30 - 9 PM at the Tracy Gee Community Center, 3599
Westcenter (One block east of Sam Houston Toll Road west). For more info
concerning meetings, email blmrducks@sbcglobal.net.
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• THE HOUSTON POND SOCIETY - Meets first Saturday of each month
at a member’s home. For more info, please visit our website www.
houstonpondsociety.org.
• WEST HOUSTON CHAPTER OF THE ROMANCE WRITERS OF AMERICA
- meets 2 nd Saturday of each month. Visit us on the Web at www.whrwa.
com for more info on upcoming events. For more information, call Chuck
or Carol 281-550-8679.
• FAIRBEE SQUARE AND LINE DANCE CLUB - dances each Thursday
night, 7:30 - 9:30 PM at Memorial Drive Lutheran Church, 12211 Memorial
Drive @ Gessner. Info may be obtained by calling Jerry & Nanette Tucker
281-498-3057 or nanette777@hotmail.com.
• PRAIRIE PROMENADERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB - meets first four
Friday nights at Westland Baptist Church, 1407 W. Grand Pkwy S. Lessons
are from 7-8 PM. The Club dance follows from 8-10 PM. For questions, call
Carl Holsworth at 281-386-8504, Tom & Cheryl Berra at 281-492-8798 or
Donna Bowen 214-280-0003.
• HOUSTON SQUARE & ROUND DANCE COUNCIL, INC. - For info., call
281-392-0713 or visit the Houston area square dance web site: www.
squarethru.com.
• THE KATY 4-F BASS CLUB (FRIENDS FISHING FOR FUN) - is a small,
low cost fishing club, based in Katy, Texas. For information on our club
such as joining, tournament results and area lakes we fish, visit www.
katy4fbassclub.com.
• THE TEXAS TRIUMPH REGISTER (TTR) - an organization of Triumph
owners and enthusiasts. For more info, contact Mike Hado at 281-807-
4780, mdhado@att.net or www.TexasTriumphRegister.org.
• THE KATY BEAD GROUP - meets Wednesdays at 12 noon on the second
floor of the Cinco Ranch Library, 2620 Commercial Center Boulevard, Katy,
Texas 77494. For info, call Jean at 281-693-4398 or Carol 281-492-6053 or
email her at Fortijd@aol.com.
• THE KATY POKEMON TCG LEAGUE - We meet on Tuesday evenings from
6 -8 at Double Dave’s Pizza at 1660 S. Mason Rd. Call Camille at 832-721-
5481, email KatyPokemon@aol.com or check out www.Pokemon-tcg.com
(look under Pokemon Organized Play) or www.PokemonBuzz.com for
additional info.
• THE HOUSTON AREA WOOD CARVERS CLUB - meets on the third
Saturday of each month from 9 AM - 2 PM, at Bayland Community Center
in Houston (6400 Bissonnet). For more info, call Preston and Carolyn
Smith at 281-392-0713, email carolynann@consolidated.net or visit www.
houstonareawoodcarvers.com.
• THE KATY CRUIZERS CAR CLUB - meets the first Monday of each month
at Midway Barbeque, 6025 Hwy. Blvd. Katy, Tx. Come at 6 PM to eat or 6:45
for the meeting. Questions: Email katycruizers@yahoo.com.
• THE KATY AREA ARTISTS - Please contact the KAA Programs Officer at
281-352-8057 for more information on artist mentoring and monthly
members’ meetings or visit www.katyareaartists.org.
• CINCO RANCH MEN’S POKER GROUP - Looking for new players. We play
once per month Friday night from 7 PM to 11 PM, at host member’s homes
in the Cinco Ranch area. If interested, call Jim at 281-450-1087 (cell) for
further information.
• PRIDE OF TEXAS DECORATIVE ARTISTS - Meet the second Thursday
monthly 6:30 PM at Houston Community Center at Bear Creek, 3055 Bear
Creek Drive, Houston 77084. Contact Janet at jjcpaints@yahoo.com or
Lisa at lwilson@casualty.com.
• BABYLONIAN CHESS CLUB - Meets every Saturday at 1:30 PM at Katy
library. All of Katy is welcome. Contact Dr. Alkhafaji at 858-999-7070.
• KATY FLOW MEDITATION GROUP - Meets twice a week. Times and
locations on www.meetup.com/Katy-Flow-Meditation-Group/.
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HERITAGE GROUPS
• BRITISH GROUP - a small group of Brits who meet in the Copperfield/Cypress/
Katy area. If you are interested in joining us for coffee/lunch etc., please phone
Lezley Ewen at 281-861-9219 or email bearcreekbrits@gmail.com.
• NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN - Career Branch of NCJW has
monthly meetings on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:30 PM. For
info., call Leda 713-572-9924 or mkarchmer@sbcglobal.net.
• BAYOU BELLES SERVICE ORGANIZATION - Professional women from
Acadiana, meet the 1 st Wednesday of every month at 7 PM, Contact:
Angeline Labbe’-Auzenne at www.BayouBelles.org.
• CIVIL WAR REENACTING - Enlist with Company C, “The Palmer Guards,”
of the First Texas - call 281-579-3417 or visit www.texas-brigade.org. Select
1st Texas and then Co C.”
• THE SAM HOUSTON CHAPTER OF THE SONS OF THE REPUBLIC OF
TEXAS - meets 3 rd Saturday of each month (except April). Lunch meetings
are held at The Briar Club located at 2603 Timmons Lane beginning at 12
Noon. Visit us on the Web at http://samhoustonchapter.tripod.com or call
John C. Thrash 713-647-0570 or 713-352-0993.
• JAMES BATES SOCIETY OF THE CHILDREN OF THE AMERICAN
REVOLUTION - meets once a month from September to May on Sunday
afternoons usually from 2 to 4 at different locations. Please contact the
Senior Society President, Kathy Pritchett at kathyspritchett@gmail.com
or by phone at 713-876-6057. For more info, go to www.nscar.org.
• KATY CHAPTER TEXAS SOCIETY OF THE SONS OF THE AMERICAN
REVOLUTION - Meet at 6 PM at the Willow Fork Country Club, 21005
Westheimer Pkwy., Katy. Contact Allen Greene at hagii45@att.net for more
information or www.txsar.org/Robert Rankin/.
• KATY FAMILY HISTORY LIBRARY GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH - Tuesday
and Thursday from 10 AM - 2 PM and 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM, Saturdays from
10 AM - 2 PM. Located on the corner of the The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints church, at 1603 Norwalk Drive, Katy 77450. For more
info, contact 281-578-8338.
• BEAR CREEK GENEALOGY SOCIETY - meets the 2 nd Thursday of each month,
September - May, from 1-3 PM, at the Bear Creek Park Community Center,
3055 Bear Creek Dr., Houston, TX 77084. Contact: Gary at 832-408-5519, email
getober@hotmail.com or Tom at 832-754-2875 or twoltz@comcast.net.
• AMERICAN LEGION VETERANS - meets at 7:30 PM, at the Elks Lodge on
Katy Fort Bend Rd., on the fourth Wednesday of each month. All past and
current members of our armed forces are invited to attend.
• FLOYD E. BREEDLOVE POST 9182 OF THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN
WARS - meets the first Monday of each month at 6:30 PM at the VFW Hall
on George Bush Dr. near Ave. D. All U.S. veterans of foreign combat are
welcome to visit or come join with us. For more details phone 281-391-
VETS(8387) or come see us!
• MARINE CORPS LEAGUE: Tijerina Detachment meets the second
Monday of each month at 7 PM at Katy Elks Lodge 1050 Katy-Fort Bend
Road in “Old Town Katy.” Jim Gulley, Detachment Commandant, 832-741-
6961. Or visit us online at www.usmcmarine1.org.
• CIVIL AIR PATROL THUNDERBIRD SQUADRON - Cadet program is open
to boys and girls, age 12 and adults. The unit meets every Tuesday night
from 6:45 PM to 9 PM at Bear Creek Community Center located at 1601 Clay
Rd, Houston, TX 77084. For further info, email ajmorrow1311@att.net.
UNIVERSITY ALUMNI & PARENT GROUPS
• DELTA GAMMA ALUMNAE GROUP OF KATY/WEST HOUSTON - For more
info., contact Terri Barrow at 281-492-2847 or tlbarrow402@comcast.net.
• KATY/WEST HOUSTON AGGIE MOM’S CLUB - meets monthly on the first
Tuesday of each month (except June, July and August) at 6:45 PM, at
Redeemer Community Church, 24201 Cinco Ranch Blvd. For more info,
visit katywesthoumoms.aggienetwork.com.
• XI MU ETA - We are Beta Sigma Phi, an international Sorority. Please call
Geri Riley at 281-395-6468 or geri.riley@juno.com for more info. regarding
our chapter and meeting dates.
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Zucchini Bread
You could make this on National Zucchini Bread Day April 25 th !
INGREDIENTS:
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup sour cream
2 cups shredded zucchini
1 cup chopped walnuts
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two
9x5 inch loaf pans. In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder,
baking soda and salt.
In a large bowl, beat together the sugar and oil. Stir in the eggs one
at a time, beating well with each addition, then stir in the vanilla.
Blend this mixture into the flour mixture, alternately with the sour
cream, stir just to combine. Fold in the zucchini and nuts, mixing just
enough to evenly combine. Pour batter into prepared pans. Bake in
preheated oven for 80 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the
center of the loaf comes out clean.
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1 cup butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 cups rolled oats
1 cup raisins
1 cup crushed toffee candy
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar and white
sugar. Beat in the eggs, one at a time then stir in the vanilla. Combine
the flour, baking soda and cinnamon, stir into the creamed mixture.
Blend in the oatmeal and toffee bits. Drop by rounded spoonfuls
onto the prepared cookie sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the
preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes
before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
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FOR SALE
Forest Park Cemetery-Westheimer, 3 cemetery spaces, section 500, lot 707,
Station of the Cross, spaces 7,8,9. Will pay for ownership transfer, will sell for
$5,000 each. 832-674-9161.
1998-2005 NASCAR Collectibles. Die-cast cars, Collector cards, Photos,
Publications, 250+ VHS Race Tapes. This is a very large collection. Best
Reasonable Offer! Call 281-770-5447.
Young Chang U121 48” Professional Upright Piano w/Ebony Finish, $2,500;
Rustic Pine Dining Room table w/6 chairs plus China Cabinet w/Hutch. Table is
clear finish w/white legs, 64”L X 41”W, Cabinet 54”L X 16”W X 71”H, $500. Call
832-647-8343.
Duncan Phyfe triple pedestal mahogany dining room table from the early
1900’s. Charak Furniture Company of Boston, MA., adjusts to several sizes,
fully assembled, seats 20 comfortably. Can be two tables, a drop leaf and
another that seats six. Refinished and repaired and comes with custom made
table pad, $3,000; Six Ethan Allen cherry side chairs from the 1990’s, $1200;
Refinished 1940’s mahogany Chippendale style secretary, $1,000. For photos
text 713-823-3978.
A group of four book shelves on rollers, 8’X10” W and 8’X2” H. One is 291/2 W
with 2 adjustable shelves plus lighting, one is 291/2 W with 1 adjustable shelf
plus double cabinets, one is 191/2 W with 1 adjustable shelf, 2 drawers, single
cabinet plus lighting and one is 291/2 W with 1 adjustable shelf, double cabinet
plus lighting. All 4 for $100. Email for pictures at ounpat@comcast.net.
Brand new, never worn 3” heel Capezio closed toe T-strap character shoe with
brace, black, size 7, $150. Regular price without brace, $250. 713-459-7792.
Strasburg children’s flower girl dresses, NWT, discontinued, in white (size 3) and
ivory (size 3), new $109.99, selling for $50. They all have loops for a sash. Also
have 2 with embellishments, ivory (sizes 4, 6), matching ivory sash included,
new $136.99, selling for $75. 281-770-6928 or jaclynchale@gmail.com.
HELP WANTED - CARE
Kingsland Baptist Church is seeking to hire caring adults available to provide
care for one and two year olds on Friday mornings/evenings and as needed
during the week. Also, taking applications for experienced special need
providers available for various times/events. Key responsibilities: ensure
the safety of the classroom environment, experience working with children,
cooperative and servant attitude, willing to support policies and leadership
of Kingsland and strong communication and discretionary skills. Church
references will be required upon application. Please contact Jan to schedule
an appointment at jwork@kingsland.org.
HELP WANTED
Looking for a part-time dispatcher for our small freight brokerage business.
Must have computer, printer, phone and good communication skills. Contact
Cheryl at 979-877-8637.
Work from your home or our office positions in business to business marketing.
We are a BBB A+ rated 32 year old family-owned marketing company that is
located in West Houston. The position consists of contacting (phone/email)
small businesses for their marketing needs with the products we offer. Good
verbal & written skills, basic computer knowledge and dedication is all that is
required. Bilingual is a plus. Contact us at 281-789-6224 to learn more.
Register Tapes Unlimited is looking for Inside Sales/Telemarketing reps to
work in our corporate office call center in the Houston/Katy area. We have
a contract with over 10,000 major grocery chains in 47 states and Western
Canada. Heavy Cold Calling to Business Owners to set appointments for
top producing outside reps, $10/Hour plus unlimited Comm. & Bonuses.
Our team’s average $15-$30/hour w/ comm. Full Time M-F. No Late nights or
weekends, great environment. You will be eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision
& Life insurance after 60 days, 401k after 1 year. No experience needed: www.
rtui.com. To apply, send resume to jamelyn.brown@rtui.com.
Looking for people to work in the field services, crew workers and helpers
to work on servicing irrigation systems for growing Irrigation Company,
no experience needed, will train. Must have own transportation and clean
driver’s license. Growth opportunity, Northwest Houston area. Email:
sprinklerworkers@gmail.com.
Katy Memorial Power Washing is seeking a power washing and roof cleaning
technician. Requirements: must be a self-starter, flexible, team player, willing
and able to work multiple jobs with minimum supervision; must be able to
work on max height 2 story roofs; have a good driving record; must have
experience towing a 12’ trailer and be proficient at backing trailer; no prior
experience power washing or roof cleaning necessary, we train; live in the
Katy, Texas area. Submit your resume via email to support@k-mpw.com.
Plumbers or Apprentices for repair. Bilingual preferred. Please call 281-256-2239.
Housekeepers needed. Great hours for moms with school age children. 281-861-0394.
Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed.
281-550-0900.
Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have experience,
references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment info. Send resume
to randy@westhoustonelectric.com.
HOMES/CONDOS/LAND FOR SALE
2 - one/half acre connecting lots (total one acre) on Grand Harbour Island
on Lake Conroe in Montgomery, Texas. Excellent location on water. Will sell
together or separate. $150,000 each OBO. 281-858-4422.
TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES
Vacation home for rent in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath,
beach, pool, tennis, golf, Mayan Ruins. For more info Google VRBO 136406 or
call, 281-236-2107 or 713-896-1234.
Timeshare: Rent a lovely condo for a full week in Hawaii! I have two weeks
reserved in Maui, resort name is Kauhale Makai. The 2017 dates are March
27th - April 3rd and April 4th - April 10th. Sleeps 4, one bedroom, fully stocked
kitchen. The resort charges $200 per day if not with time share. What else
needs to be said... It’s Hawaii! $895 per week. For information contact Cheryl
at 281-855-7427.
Las Vegas Timeshare: On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen, dining
& living. Jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s, 2 Phones, 2 pools outside building, fitness
room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days, $465 or 7 days, $595. No added fees.
Cheryl 281-543-2409.
Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar Creek Cabin, new
2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front porch, satellite TV, beautiful views,
abundant wildlife, Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park, sleeps 8. Call
866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more information.
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pray for us. Say Novena 9 times a day for 9 days. It has never been known to
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