The 1463 January 2018

The 

COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER 

Happy 

New Year! 

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January 2018 

Important Numbers... 3 

School News... 4 

Community Events... 6 

Houston Area Events... 9 

Libraries... 10 

Volunteer Opportunities... 12 

Community Groups... 18 

Teenage Job Seekers... 25 

Featured Recipes... 27 

Family Focus... 27 

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The 1463 Community Newsletter | January 2018 1

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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Gardening Tips 

For January 

• Birds: Provide food and fresh water. More birds die from lack of water than from lack of food. 

• Cacti: Semi-dormant now. Reduce watering. 

• Camellias: Plants may be moved. Pick up and discard fallen blooms. 

• Cultivation: Changes in design may now be made, new beds dug and old ones rebuilt. Correct defects in 

drainage. Incorporate gypsum into heavy soils: repeat in three weeks. Dig granite dust, rock phosphate and 

quantities of organic matter into soil. Allow time for settling before planting. 

• Fertilize: Daylilies, spuria, Louisiana and bearded irises with complete fertilizer. Give strawberries 1 

teaspoon ammonium sulfate, keeping six inches away from plant. Fertilize pansies with manure tea or 

blood meal. Water in. 

• Fruits: Plant fruit trees. Mulch figs with grass or straw to prevent freeze damage to crown. 

• House Plants: Water, when surface soil is crumbly dry. Wash dust off leaves to open pores. Mist often. 

Inspect for diseases and insects. Reduce water for poinsettias. 

• Lawns: Remove thatch aerate, and feed with low nitrogen mixture. 

• Pests: For petal blight prevention, spray azaleas and camellias as flowers open. Spray for scale with 

dormant oil solution if temperature will be above 35˚ and below 85˚ for next 48 hours. Always read and 

heed manufacturer’s directions before spraying. 

• Propagation: Ivy cuttings root easily this month and next. Root cuttings of shrubs in mixture of loam and 

coarse sand; keep damp and semi-shaded until rooted. 

• Prune: Fruit trees in advance of new growth. Prune to groom and shape. Do not remove too much. Remove 

dead wood from trees and shrubs before spring buds swell, but do not prune spring bloomers. Prune crape 

myrtles. Prune nandina and others of similar growth habit by cutting unwanted canes out at base of plant. 

• Roses: Annual pruning about the middle of February, just before the spring buds break. To prevent later 

appearance of disease in the old beds, keep garden clean of debris and weeds. Complete preparation of 

new beds for roses. 

• Transplanting: January is one of the best months to transplant woody plants, both evergreen and 

deciduous, especially trees. Energy will be expended on roots instead of foliage. Learn ultimate size and 

cultural needs of tree or plant before buying. Consider dwarf varieties to avoid crowding later. Group 

plants of similar cultural needs. Do not work wet soil. Assure good drainage. Keep plants moist. 

• Vegetables: Prepare beds, preferably raised for drainage, with about 50% humus, including rotted manure. 

• Winter Protection: Expect freeze any time; plan for protection of tender plants. Water. Remove coverings, 

particularly plastic, when temperature rises. Protect low plants with dry leaves, pine needles or soil mulch, 

but remove when weather warms.

School News 

Lamar Consolidated ISD 

WWW.LCISD.ORG 

IMPORTANT DATES 

Through January 5 th - Winter Break 

January 8 th - Workday/Student Holiday 

January 15 th - MLK Day 

VOTERS APPROVE BOND 2017 

Voters approved Lamar CISD’s 2017 Bond package, with 

slightly more than 60 percent of those going to the polls 

authorizing the District to raise money to deal with 

increased enrollment. 

The final tally from the Fort Bend County Elections Office 

was 4,721 for the bond proposal and 3,044 against. 

Once sold, bond revenue will purchase land, build a 

new high school, a junior high and three elementary 

schools. The District will also make improvements to 

current facilities and purchase technology and buses. 

“I want to thank the members of our community for 

showing their continued support for public education,” 

said Lamar CISD Superintendent Dr. Thomas Randle. 

“I believe it is your commitment that has made Lamar 

CISD a popular destination for families. My pledge is 

to work with the School Board to build schools and 

facilities our community will be proud of, while keeping 

an eye on our tax dollars.” 

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January 2018 | The 1463 Community Newsletter

Katy ISD 

WWW.KATYISD.ORG 

IMPORTANT DATES 

January 1 st - Holiday - Students & Staff 

January 2 nd - Teacher Preparation Day 

January 3 rd - First Day of Spring Semester 

January 15 th - Campus Professional Learning Day - Student Holiday 

would blossom into a thriving community of more than 17,000 people. The 

current Katy Elementary campus was built in 1965, renovated in 1989 and 

again in 1995. Today, students play on the same location as the original 

playground and the first schoolhouse bell hangs in the main entrance of the 

current campus. 

“Today’s paw prints are tomorrow’s legacy,” said Superintendent Lance 

Hindt during the ceremony where past generations of students and staff 

members were present. Among those in the crowd was 92-year-old Melvin 

Jordan who recalls riding on horseback with his brothers to and from school 

as a first grader. Currently, there are 11 students attending Katy Elementary 

who are 5 th and 6 th generation members of the original class of Katy Tigers! 

VOTERS APPROVE KATY ISD $609.2 MM REFERENDUM 

In November, voters approved the Katy Independent School District’s 2017 

bond, which will provide relief to campuses managing a rapidly growing 

student population, along with renovations and improvements for 61 

campuses. According to unofficial results, the $609.2 MM bond passed by an 

approximate 65% voter approval. 

“Katy ISD is the second fastest growing school district in the state of 

Texas,” said Superintendent Lance Hindt. “Families continue to move to 

Katy because of the quality learning opportunities our teachers and staff 

provide to each and every student. This bond will help to ensure that our 

community’s expectations for high educational standards and schools are 

maintained now and well into the future.” 

KATY ELEMENTARY RECEIVES HISTORICAL MARKER 

AS FIRST SCHOOLHOUSE IN KATY, TX 

As residents drive by Katy Elementary, a bright blue historical marker 

now sits on the campus at the same spot where the first City of Katy 

schoolhouse was built 119 years ago. On Friday, November 10 th , the 

Harris County Historical Society honored the founding fathers by 

granting a historical marker to the city’s first public school. 

A one-room schoolhouse was built in 1898 where children could learn, 

grow and develop. Little did the visionaries know that their small town 

The District’s 2017 bond comes with a zero tax rate increase and is designed 

to address fast growth and aging facilities. It includes six new schools, 

one comprehensive renovation, along with repairs and upgrades to 61 

campuses. Bond funds will also provide many campuses with safety and 

security improvements and school expansions at Raines High School 

and Katy High School’s Career and Technical Education program (CTE). 

Technology and infrastructure upgrades are also included for all Katy ISD 

schools, as well as replacement of aging buses and portables and fuel 

storage tanks. Ninety-one percent (91%) of bond funds will directly impact 

campuses and student learning. 


Community Events 

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Walks & Runs 

THE SUPER RUN 5K - HEROES VS. VILLAINS 

Saturday, January 6, 2018, 8-11 AM 

Held at Sugarland Memorial Park, 15300 University Blvd., Sugarland, TX 

77479. The Super Run 5k is the counties largest Superhero themed 5K run 

that supports charities. Full price registration on the website includes: 

Superhero Cape, Finishers Medal and Race Bib. For more information or to 

register for The Super Run, please visit TheSuperRun.com. 

Feel free to email service@superflyrunning.com with questions! 

GRAEME’S RUN 5K & 1 MILE WALK 

February 10, 2018 

No Label Brewery 

Registration 8:30 AM, Run Starts at 9 AM 

Family Entertainment: Face Painting, Bounce Houses, Food Trucks, 

Raffle, Chris Boise and Righteous Cause Band 

Register & Learn More: www.graemessuperheroes.org 

*All funds raised benefit The Children’s Heart Foundation 

1 ST ANNUAL REIGN OVER CANCER WALK 

POSTPONED UNTIL FEBRUARY 25, 2018 

Due to the massive flooding the Katy community experienced as a result of 

Hurricane Harvey and the continued efforts to recover from the devastation 

it caused, the Reign Over Cancer (“ROC”) Walk has been postponed until 

Sunday, February 25, 2018. The walk will be held at Cane Island and will 

begin at 2 PM. Plan to stick around after the walk to enjoy complimentary 

food and beverages, music and family-friendly activities. 

The ROC Walk will recognize people in the community currently 

undergoing cancer treatment, highlight survivors and raise money to fund 

GEST Foundation grants. Register as an individual or a team online at www. 

GESTfoundation.org. Proceeds from the ROC Walk will provide grants for 

services including grocery delivery, home cleaning, home wound care, 

transportation or even counseling to help with the internal wounds that 

come with facing the news “you have cancer.” The walk will be fun for ALL 

ages, so grab your family and friends and join us at the beautiful Cane Island 

for an afternoon of fun while raising money for a very important cause. 

Registration for the ROC Walk is still open and we encourage everyone to 

sign up! Register now at www.GESTFoundation.org. For up to the minute 

race information and updates, follow us on Facebook. Sponsorship 

opportunities for the Reign Over Cancer Walk are still available! We have 

several options to fit all marketing needs and budgets. Contact Aaron or 

Michelle Perzan at 956-832-9187 or 956-832-1988. 

For more information about the GEST Foundation, Inc., how to donate or 

become a walk sponsor or how to submit a grant for financial support, 

please contact Michelle Perzan at 832-377-1367, 956-832-9188 or email via 

at michelle.perzan@gestfoundation.com. 

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KATY VOCAL EXPRESS CHORUS 

OPEN HOUSE JANUARY 22 ND 

Ladies, do something just for you in the New Year. Katy Vocal Express, a 

prospective chorus of Sweet Adelines International, is holding an Open 

House on Monday, January 22, 2018 for ladies that like to sing. Maybe 

you sang in school and would like to get back to singing. Perhaps your 

“nest” is now empty and you need something to fill that empty space once 

filled with kids’ activities. Or, you would like an evening away from the kids 

and be around some adults for a little while. Katy Vocal Express can fill 

those needs and we’d like to introduce you to this new chorus, acappella 

barbershop harmony and a group of really nice ladies. All voice parts will 

find a place in the chorus and no previous choral experience is necessary. 


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The open house begins at 7 PM in the choir room of Holy Covenant United 

Methodist Church, 22111 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, between Mason Road 

and Grand Parkway. There will be signs guiding you to the proper parking 

and entrance. 

Female singers of all ages (age 14 and up) and singing abilities are 

welcome to come. Young women 14-18 will need an adult chaperone. 

While it is helpful, you do not have to read music to sing with KVE, we 

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January 18 th -20 th , January 25 th -27 th , February 1 st -3 rd at 8 PM 

Special matinee on January 28 th at 3 PM 

Pay-What-You-Can night on January 29 th at 8 PM 

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STAGEWORKS THEATRE 

SPELLING BEE - Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM, Sundays at 3 PM, 

January 19-February 11, 2018. Stageworks Theatre is located at 10760 

Grant Road, Houston, Texas 77070. Website: www.stageworkshouston.org. 

Misc. Events 

WILLOWFORK FIRE DEPARTMENT 

CPR TRAINING 

Willowfork Fire Department (Fort Bend County Emergency Services 

District # 2) is working with Fort Bend County EMS to provide CPR Training 

(adult, child and infant) to the community. This event will take place 

Saturday, January 13, 2018, from 1-5 PM, at our Station 2 location, 26950 

Cinco Ranch Blvd, 77494. The course will be taught by Fort Bend County 

EMS Paramedics at no charge and Fort Bend County ESD #2 residents are 

invited (proof of residency required). Advanced registration is required 

due to limited space. To register, contact Lou Ann Matthews, District 

Administrator, at 281-395-0011 extension 120 or by email wfdinfo@ 

willowforkfire.com. 

JIGSAW PUZZLE COMPETITION 

January 20, 2018, 9:30 AM-12 PM 

On a nationwide level, the puzzle piece symbol reflects the mystery and 

complexity of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Since every puzzle piece is 

different in some way, a puzzle piece accurately represents the diversity 

of individuals affected. As a way to raise autism awareness, understanding 

and acceptance, Hope For Three hosts the first-ever Jigsaw Puzzle 

Competition in Fort Bend County. In partnership with the Sugar Land 

Skeeters, the timed-competition, will be held January 20, 2018 at 

Constellation Field, Insperity Club, 1 Stadium Drive, Sugar Land 77478. 

Puzzle fanatics and first-time puzzlers, roll up your sleeves and support 

this unique one-of-a-kind competition, until all the pieces fit. 

Individual play is $25 or, a team of four, $100. Limited availability. 

Sponsorship and Underwriting opportunities also available. To learn more 

about autism, Hope For Three resources or register your team, visit www. 

hopeforthree.org or call 218-245-0640. Hope For Three Autism Advocates. 

Providing Help. Creating Hope. 

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Houston 

Area Events 

Through January 7 th - Ice Land and Festival of Lights. Moody Gardens 

takes the holidays to a whole new level of cool! A skilled team of master ice 

carvers has charted your course for your journey through the rainforests of 

the world to see monkeys, beautiful birds, incredible butterflies, colorful 

orchids and so many wonderful creatures. Stick around after Ice Land for 

the Festival of Lights - a mile-long trail with more than one million lights 

and lighted scenes take you around the Moody Gardens property with 

spectacular views of Galveston Bay starting at 6 PM. For more information, 

visit www.moodygardens.com. 

Through January 15 th - Zoo Lights. The Houston Zoo is transformed 

into a winter wonderland! TXU Energy Presents Zoo Lights celebrates its 

fifth year as one of Houston’s most well-loved holiday traditions. Stroll 

through the beautiful Houston Zoo and take in the sights and sounds of 

the season. Enjoy festive carols, sip hot chocolate and take in the more 

than 2 million lights! Fifteen miles of eco-friendly LED lighting illuminate 

our ancient oak trees and decorate the paths to light your way. Between 

the shopping, wrapping, decorating and baking, schedule some time to 

enjoy the holidays this year at TXU Energy Presents Zoo Lights! For more 

information, visit www.houstonzoo.org. 

Through January 20 th - Skate with Storybook Stars. Children of all ages 

are invited to skate with storybook characters on The ICE at Discovery 

Green. Saturdays through January 20 th , 5-6 PM. For more information, 

visit www.discoverygreen.com. 

January 6 th -7 th - The Bridal Extravaganza Show is back! Meet over 350 

wedding vendors at Houston’s George R. Brown convention center on 

Saturday 10 AM-5 PM and Sunday 11AM-5 PM. See fashion shows, taste 

cake and plan your entire wedding in one weekend. Save $5 when you 

purchase tickets online at www.BridalExtravaganzaShow.com. 

January 13 th - Hops n’ Hot Sauce Festival. This indoor festival is family 

friendly! There is a kid’s play area with bounce houses and other kids 

activities. Popular Houston food trucks will be on hand and the football 

playoffs will be on inside SpindleTap Brewery’s bar for football fans. There 

will be another hot pepper eating contest with cash prize. Last year’s 

winner will be back to defend his title! Live graffiti painting throughout 

the day and plenty of good company! There’s something for everyone! For 

more information, visit www.hopsnhotsaucefestival.com. 

January 13 th - Annual MLK Youth Parade. Over 20 high school marching 

bands, 10 parade floats and various performers make up the MLK Youth 

Parade. The event is broadcast nationwide, but spectators can attend this 

parade and witness the powerful music firsthand. The event is at 12 Noon 

and located in Midtown on San Jacinto Street at Elgin Street. For more 

information, go to www.mlkgrandeparade.org. 

January 14 th - Annual MLK Battle of the Bands Competition features 

more than 20 accredited high school marching bands competing. Spend 

a day listening to spectacular performances by marching bands from 

Arkansas, California, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas 

and beyond. For more information, go to www.mlkgrandeparade.org. 

January 15 th - Annual MLK Grande Parade. The MLK Grand Parade is one 

of the largest single day multicultural events in the U.S. held in honor of Dr. 

Martin Luther King, Jr. in Houston’s Midtown Originating on San Jacinto 

Street & Elgin Street beginning at 10 AM. For more information, go to www. 

mlkgrandeparade.org. 

January 18 th - The Woodlands Taste of the Town is a paradise for 

gourmands interested in sustainable and healthy dining. For the past 

decade, more than 25 local restaurants gather at the festival to offer 

samplings of their Texas-grown and prepared dishes. The festival also 

hosts a competition among the featured restaurants, with awards in 

categories including best dessert or best booth design. With additional 

activities for children like face painting and personalized chef-hat crafting, 

the festival has events to entertain the whole family. 

January 28 th - Houston Hot Chocolate 15K & 5K Road Race. The best 

goodie bags in running, free instantaneous race photos and scrumptious 

post-race treats are just three reasons you’ll want to sign up for the first-ever 

Hot Chocolate 15K/5K Race in Houston. This insanely popular RAM Racing 

USATF-certified event hits the Magnolia City starting at Sesquicentennial 

Park on January 28, 2018. The Hot Chocolate Race Series benefits Make- 

A-Wish®, a national charity that creates life-changing wishes for children 

with critical illnesses. Registration is open until Thursday, January 25, 

2018. Cost for the 5K is begins at $49 while the extended distance fee 

starts $74.The 5K begins at 7:15 AM, the 15K follows at 7:50 AM. For more 

information, visit www.hotchocolate15k.com/houston. 

January 27 th -28 th - Houston Tea Festival. This festival is everyone’s cup 

of tea! Houston Tea Festival takes place over two days and provides guests 

with talks, workshops, tea tastings, pairings, shopping, live music and 

much more. Come enjoy educational seminars led by tea industry leaders 

at this this elegant afternoon event. Kids are welcome! The festival will be 

held at Hilton Houston NASA Clear Lake. For more information, visit www. 

houstonteafestival.com. 


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Libraries 

FORT BEND COUNTY LIBRARIES (FBCL) 

Public Information Office - 281-633-4734 

www.fortbend.lib.tx.us 

CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK - JANUARY 21 ST -27 TH 

Every Fort Bend County baby born during this week may receive a special 

baby book bag, courtesy of the Friends of Fort Bend County Library. Each 

bag contains a book, a bib, a special certificate, a list of suggested reading 

for children and information on parenting and on library services. Baby 

book bags will be given to babies born during that week at area Fort 

Bend County hospitals, but ALL Fort Bend County babies who are born 

during Children’s Book Week are eligible to receive one, while supplies 

last. Families of Fort Bend babies born at other locations during Children’s 

Book Week should call the Youth Services department, at 281-633-4762, to 

receive their book bag. 

FAMILY READING CLUB - JANUARY 21 ST -MARCH 3 RD 

This six-week program is designed to encourage families to read, learn and 

have fun together. Families participate in the program by reading books 

and completing optional “challenges” that can be done at home. All Fort 

Bend County families are eligible to participate. Families who complete 

the program by reading 36 books - 6 books per week - are eligible to 

receive a book bag for the family and will have their named entered into 

a drawing for a $50 dining gift card, donated by the Friends of the Library. 

Each branch library will have a drawing for the gift card on March 5 th . 

A single registration is required for each participating family. An adult 

(parent or guardian) is asked to register the family online by going to the 

library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us) and clicking on the “Family 

Reading Club Sign-Up” image, which will become available January 21 st . 

Families may also register at one of the libraries in the Fort Bend County 

library system. Upon registering, families will then have their own online 

page on which to record their books or reading time. There is no charge 

to join the Family Reading Club. The program is sponsored by Fort Bend 

County Libraries and the Friends of the Library organizations that support 

the county library system. 

FULSHEAR/SIMONTON BRANCH LIBRARY 

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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 

New Year’s Day: January 1 st 

Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday: January 15 th 

SPECIAL EVENTS 

• GROWING FRUIT IN FORT BEND COUNTY - Thursday, January 4 th , 6 PM, 

Meeting Room. Fort Bend County Master Gardener Deborah Birge will talk 

about varieties of fruit trees that can thrive in the Gulf Coast climate. Hear 

about proper planting techniques and recommended maintenance tips to 

encourage fruit production, such as pruning, feeding and watering. 

• INTRODUCTION TO YOGA - Saturday, January 20 th , 10 AM, Meeting 

Room. Yoga instructor Cathy Plato will present a basic introduction 

and demonstration of this low-impact form of physical exercise and 


meditation. Learn the benefits of yoga, the various yoga postures and the 

correct way to breathe to receive maximum benefit. Plato will also share 

simple steps to keep one’s yoga practice safe and effective. Participants 

are encouraged to wear loose-fitting clothing and comfortable shoes; a 

yoga mat is optional. The program is made possible by the Friends of the 

Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch library. 

• BIRDS OF THE BAYOU CITY - Monday, January 29 th , 6 PM, Meeting 

Room. Mary Anne Weber, Education Director of the Houston Audubon 

Society, will talk about the amazing array of birds that can be found in 

the Houston metropolitan area. Learn about both the better- and lesserknown 

birds, their migration patterns and how to identify and classify 

them. Special focus will be on Purple Martins and local raptors. Weber 

will bring an assortment of live birds to show during her presentation. 

The program is made possible by the Friends of the Bob Lutts Fulshear/ 

Simonton Branch library. 

• FULSHEAR BOOK CLUB - Monday, January 22 nd , 12 noon, Meeting 

Room. The book to be discussed is The Little Paris Book Shop, written 

by Nina George. (NOTE: This book club is meeting on a different day in 

January because the library will be closed for the MLK holiday on the 

club’s regularly scheduled meeting day.) 

• FULSHEAR NIGHT READERS GUILD - Monday, January 22 nd , 6:30 PM, 

Meeting Room. The book to be discussed is The Dovekeepers, a novel 

written by Alice Hoffman. 

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• Toddler Time - Tuesdays at 10:15 AM, offers caregiver/child activities, 

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• 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 

school-aged children in grades 1 through 5. The program on January 11 th 

will be “Let It Snow, Man!” Participants will make a water-bottle snowman. 

Materials for this program were made possible by the generous support of 

the Friends of the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library. 

For more information on any of the above-mentioned events, call the 

library or the library’s Public Information Office at 281-633-4734. 

January Is National 

Blood Donor Month 

Blood donors are ordinary people - high school students, factory 

and office workers, business executives, parents and grandparents 

and people from every walk of life. But they share one thing - a 

generous spirit, a desire to give back to their community and help 

others. Blood donors play an integral role in the delivery of modern 

healthcare. Many lifesaving medical treatments and procedures 

involve blood transfusions and would not be possible without a 

safe and reliable blood supply. 

The Red Cross is also a leader in research and testing to protect the 

safety of the blood supply. They were among the first to develop 

and implement testing for many infectious diseases including, HIV, 

hepatitis B and C viruses, West Nile virus and more recently the 

agent of Chagas disease. 

If you already donate blood, thank you! You are making a lifesaving 

contribution that benefits accident victims, cancer patients, 

surgical candidates, children with blood disorders and many 

others. If you have never donated blood, please consider doing so. 

Your donations are always in constant demand. 

Source: www.redcross.org/what-we-do/blood-donation 

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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. 

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 for more information or email the Volunteer 

Coordinator at coordinator@twrcwildlifecenter.org. Visit our website at 

www.twrcwildlifecenter.org. 

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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 postabortion 

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. 

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 fund-raising 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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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. 

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. 

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KATY COMMUNITY GIVING CIRCLE NEEDS VOLUNTEERS 

The Katy Community Giving Circle is open to any resident in the Katy area who wants to make 

a difference by giving collectively. Our mission is to create a circle of giving in our community 

by collectively contributing to organizations that will benefit or improve the lives of the people 

in our neighborhoods. By combining members tax deductible donations of just $10 per month, 

we are determined to make a greater giving impact! In our first year we have been able to gift 

grants to 2 local organizations and we are building a community of giving friends. For more 

information, please visit our Facebook page facebook.com/katycommunitygivingcircle. 

CLOTHED BY FAITH 

We are looking for volunteers to join our amazing team! Please see our website www. 

clothedbyfaith.com for more information or email yiasmere@clothedbyfaith.org. Located at 

802 Dominion Drive, Suite 100 in Katy. CBF demonstrates God’s love through the provision of 

gently used clothing to those in need. 

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. 

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. 


COMPREHENSIVE TREATMENT 

FOR NECK AND BACK PAIN, CLOSE TO HOME. 

If you experience pain that is affecting your life, call the Houston Methodist 

Spine Center at West. You have access to a multidisciplinary team of premier 

specialists and therapists who will help you return to an active lifestyle. 

Starting with our spine coordinator, you will receive customized, expedited care 

to see our board-certifi ed doctors within fi ve business days. 

STOP ENDURING PAIN. For more information or to begin your personalized treatment plan, 

call 832.522.BACK (2225) or email spinecenterwest@houstonmethodist.org today. 

Please note that email is not a secure means to communicate personal information, i.e. Social Security number, date of birth, financial information, etc. 

18500 Katy Fwy. 

Houston, TX 77094 

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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• Wallpaper Removal 

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• Pressure Washing 

• Cabinet Painting 

• Fence Repair/Replacement 

• Wood Replacement 

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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. 

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. 

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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. 

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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 

Susan Bearden at 281-633-7317, susan.bearden@fortbendcountytx.gov 

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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 

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. 

 

 

KATY COMMUNITY GIVING CIRCLE 

The Katy Community Giving Circle is open to any resident of the Katy area 

or surrounding communities who wants to make a difference by giving 

collectively. Our mission is to create a circle of giving in our community 

by collectively contributing to organizations that will benefit or improve 

the lives of people in our neighborhoods. By combining members tax 

deductible donations of just $10 per month, we are determined to make 

a greater giving impact! In our first year we have been able to gift grants 

to 2 local organizations and we are building a community of giving friends 

along the way! For more information please visit our facebook page 

facebook.com/katycommunitygivingcircle. 

 

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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 713-970-4419 or www.namigreaterhouston.org. 

• 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/CYPRESS TOURETTE SUPPORT GROUP - meets 

the 2 nd Wednesday of each month at 7 PM at St. Catherine’s Methodist, 

701 Fry Road, Katy, TX 77450. For further info, please contact ferla. 

nicola2gmail.com, TouretteTexas@aol.com or call 281-238-8096. 

• 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 

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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 - Provides programs for individuals with IDD 

(Intellectual and Development Disabilities) including a day program, 

summer camp and socials for teens/ adults. Visit www.thearcofkaty.org or 

call 832-754-9802 or 832-888-9265 for more information. 

• 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 

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• 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. 

• 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. 

• WOMEN’S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP - meets 2 nd Wednesday of each 

month at Houston Methodist Cancer Center at West, 18400 Katy Freeway, 

Medical Office Bld. 1, Suite 120, Walnut Conference Room, Houston, Texas 

77094 at 6 PM till 7:30 PM. 832-522-8110. 

• 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. 

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• 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 fbpfy.org. 

PARENTING GROUPS 

• LA LECHE LEAGUE OF KATY AND WEST HOUSTON - Methodist West 

Houston Hospital, 18500 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77094. Daytime 

and Evening 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. 

• 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 

• 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 El Rancho 

Mexican Restaurant, 17754 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77094 at 7 PM. For 

info, visit www.katydemocrats.net or contact katydems@hotmail.com. 

• KATY LIONS CLUB - Meets the 1 st and 3 rd Thursday of each month at 7 

PM at Salt and Pepper Restaurant, 811 Ave D, Katy. 

• 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. 

• 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. 

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• 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. 

• 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.com. 

• 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. 

• 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. 

• 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- 

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• 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. 

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• 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. 

• KATY AREA KNITTING GUILD - Last Monday of the month, 6:30 PM, 

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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 

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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 

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• PRAIRIE PROMENADERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB - meets first four 

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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 

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• BRITISH GROUP - a small group of Brits who meet in the Copperfield/ 

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please phone Lezley Ewen at 281-861-9219 or email bearcreekbrits@ 

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• NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN - Career Branch of NCJW has 

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• 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. 

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Teenage Job Seekers 

If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job 

seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www.krenekprinting. 

com, click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with your name, birthdate 

(mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate and the name of your 

newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on your form. 

Please make sure your email is correct, we send emails in the summer to 

make sure all the info is still good and that you want to stay on the list. If 

we do not hear back from you after 3 tries, we will remove you from the list 

until we do. Must have parent(s) permission. 

DISCLAIMER 

Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those listed 

on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out references 

if you do not personally know those listed. This is just a list of teenagers 

from the subdivision who wish to find part time jobs. Responsibility for 

any work done by these teenagers is between those seeking helpers and 

the teens and their parents. 

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name of your subdivision, and any credits that should 

be published with your photo (such as a professional 

photographer.) Names of children and/or adults shown on 

the photo will be included by request only. Although not a 

requirement, we like to use themes each month based on 

holidays, summer, winter, etc. By submitting your photo, 

you are giving permission to use your photo on the cover 

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The Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday celebrates the life and legacy of a man who brought hope 

and healing to America. We commemorate as well the timeless values he taught us through 

his example - the values of courage, truth, justice, compassion, dignity, humility and service 

that so radiantly defined Dr. King’s character and empowered his leadership. On this holiday, 

we commemorate the universal, unconditional love, forgiveness and nonviolence that 

empowered his revolutionary spirit. 

Dr. King knew that it wasn’t enough just to talk the talk, that he had to walk the walk for his 

words to be credible. And so we commemorate on this holiday the man of action, who put 

his life on the line for freedom and justice every day, the man who braved threats and jail 

and beatings and who ultimately paid the highest price to make democracy a reality for all 

Americans. 

On this day we commemorate Dr. King’s great dream of a vibrant, multiracial nation united in 

justice, peace and reconciliation; a nation that has a place at the table for children of every 

race and room at the inn for every needy child. It is a day of interracial and intercultural 

cooperation and sharing. No other day of the year brings so many peoples from different 

cultural backgrounds together in such a vibrant spirit of brother and sisterhood. Whether 

you are African-American, Hispanic or Native American, whether you are Caucasian or Asian- 

American, you are part of the great dream Martin Luther King, Jr. had for America. This is not 

a black holiday; it is a peoples’ holiday. 

We commemorate on this holiday the ecumenical leader and visionary who embraced the 

unity of all faiths in love and truth. And though we take patriotic pride that Dr. King was 

an American, on this holiday we must also commemorate the global leader who inspired 

nonviolent liberation movements around the world. Indeed, on this day, programs 

commemorating my husband’s birthday are being observed in more than 100 nations. 

The Holiday commemorates America’s pre-eminent advocate of nonviolence - the man who 

taught by his example that nonviolent action is the most powerful, revolutionary force for 

social change available to oppressed people in their struggles for liberation. 

This holiday honors the courage of a man who endured harassment, threats and beatings and 

even bombings. We commemorate the man who went to jail 29 times to achieve freedom for 

others and who knew he would pay the ultimate price for his leadership, but kept on marching 

and protesting and organizing anyway. 

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is not only for celebration and remembrance, education and 

tribute, but above all a day of service. All across America on the Holiday, his followers perform 

service in hospitals and shelters and prisons and wherever people need some help. It is a 

day of volunteering to feed the hungry, rehabilitate housing, tutoring those who can’t read, 

mentoring at-risk youngsters, consoling the broken-hearted and a thousand other projects 

for building the beloved community of his dream. 

We call you to commemorate this Holiday by making your personal commitment to serve humanity 

with the vibrant spirit of unconditional love that was his greatest strength and which empowered 

all of the great victories of his leadership. And with our hearts open to this spirit of unconditional 

love, we can indeed achieve the Beloved Community of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s dream. 

Courtesy of: www.thekingcenter.org/meaning-king-holiday 

The Meaning of 

the Martin Luther 

King Holiday 

BY CORETTA SCOTT KING 


Family 

Focus 

Happy New Year - Crystal Ball: 2018 

New Year’s Resolutions: “Our resolutions are always to do our best 

each year. We make reasonable resolutions to do better than the year 

before.” 

How they ring in the new year: “We have a huge Colombian/Mexican 

Feast! There is food for days. Tamales, Empanadas, Beans, Natilla, 

Bunellos, Sweet Breads, Arrepa, Roasts, Ham...... oh my! We turn 

up the music, move all the rugs and dance for hours. The children laugh and play and we end the night with fireworks.” 

Special NED Munchies: Mom makes Pork Posole for New Year’s Day and fresh hot chocolate. Posole is a light stew 

with Posole, Pork, Onion, garlic, Hatch green chili and spices that they buy straight from New Mexico. 

It reminds them of waking up on a cold morning in Colorado, their home state. 

What the New Year means for their family: “The new year is a great time to reflect on the things that we did to help 

other and ourselves, and to decide what we need to do to improve and grow! It is another day to decide to be our best and 

to be examples to others. It’s a time for Gabriel and I to strengthen our marriage and reinforce good habits and mottos 

to our children: Honor, Courtesy,Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, Courage, Community, Strength, Humility and 

Knowledge.” 

2017 Reflections: This year, the Family went to Port Richey, Clearwater, and Tampa, Florida. Their only plan was to 

relax and enjoy each other and the beaches. They went to 8 different beaches in 7 days (yowza!) and they did not stress 

over agendas or schedules. They enjoyed the ocean waves, collected shells, walked on the beach, sun tanned, surfed and 

dug giant holes in the sand. Sounds like pure relaxation! 

2018 Predictions: “We as a unit believe that God is always in control. We fully trust that there is good will in all humans. 

Each morning we pray for our current leaders to do their best for the American people.” 

2018 Plans: “We just sold our house in Katy and are moving to a bigger home that we have been patiently waiting for. 

The children will will start at a new school next year and they are excited to make new friends. 

We are expanding our Trucking Company and plan to hire another driver.” 

Favorite things to do in your area as a family: This family has a mild obsession with Typhoon Texas, visiting the 

aquatic oasis at least 4-5 times a week during the summer. Their favorite place to bike ride and fly the drone is Paul D. 

Rushing park, and Mary Jo Peckham park is their go-to place to fish and run around the playground. Also, enjoying the 

green space and shopping at La Centerra is high on their list of favorites. Just outside the city, this crew loves to head out 

to Blessington Farm and Dewberry Farms for some good old fashioned country fun, enjoying the beloved giant slides 

and corn maze as well as picking berries. 

Family Roster 

Mom: Maria Trejos, co-owner Trejos Transport, LLC. Hobbies 

include Level 2 brown belt in Taekwondo, taking pictures, 

singing, cooking and volunteering for Katy ISD as a 

JA Coordinator and Pack 337 A. Committee Chair and Event 

Coordinator. 

Dad: 

Gabriel Trejos, co-owner Trejos Transport, LLC. Hobbies 

include kayak fishing, playing guitar, flying drones and 

stunt kites. 

Kids: Elijah, 10 YO. Earned 1st Degree Level 2 Black Belt in 

October. Enjoys Brazilian Ju Jit Su, XP Weapons Class for a 

Taekwondo, Cub Scouts rank - Webelo, camping and reading. 

Elleanna, 8 YO. Fantastic tumbler - does handsprings in the 

living room. Enjoys making crafts, jewelry, creating art, 

shopping and helping mom cook. Loves to read books and sew. 

Why They Live in Katy 

“Katy has been very good to us. At any time 

during the day you see your neighbors walking the 

streets, the children playing ball and roller skating 

in the streets. Our neighbor is always smoking 

meats and making our street smell fantastic. We 

trade food over our fence! Lol! Families swim in 

the community pool and picnic for hours. There 

is always some kind of community event for 

families. It’s amazing.” 

We Would Love to 

Feature Your Family! 

Each month, one family will be chosen 

from one of our communities. 

To feature your family, email 

familyfocus@krenekprinting.com. 

CROISSANT FRENCH TOAST 

You could make this on National Cheese Day January 30 th ! 

INGREDIENTS: 

Cooking spray 

3 eggs 

2 cups half-and-half 

1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 

1 pinch ground cinnamon 

6 croissants, split 

1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar 

Recipes 

DIRECTIONS: 

Preheat griddle to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). 

Spray the griddle with cooking spray. 

Whisk eggs together in a bowl until smooth. Add half-and-half, vanilla 

extract and cinnamon to eggs and whisk until frothy. Dunk croissants, 1 at 

a time, into egg mixture just until both sides are coated. 

Cook croissants on the hot griddle, split-side down, until golden brown, 2 

to 3 minutes. Flip and continue cooking until second side is golden brown, 

about 1 minute. Repeat with remaining croissants. Sprinkle confectioners’ 

sugar over croissants. 

Source: allrecipes.com 

CURRIED CHICKEN 

You could make this on National Cream Puff Day January 12 th ! 

INGREDIENTS: 

1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces and skin removed 

Salt and ground black pepper to taste 

1 tablespoon paprika or to taste 

1 tablespoon butter 

1 apple, cored and chopped 

1 onion, chopped 

1 tablespoon curry powder or more to taste 

1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup 

1 cup half-and-half cream 

DIRECTIONS: 

Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange the 

chicken pieces in a single layer in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Season 

the chicken liberally with salt, pepper and the paprika, set aside. 

Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the apple and 

onion to the melted butter, season with the curry powder and 

cook and stir until the apple and onion are tender, 7 to 10 minutes. 

Stir the mushroom soup and half-and-half into the mixture until 

completely combined, spoon over the chicken pieces. 

Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink at the bone and 

the juices run clear, about 75 minutes. An instant-read thermometer 

inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone 

should read 180 degrees F (82 degrees C).Source: allrecipes.com 


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