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June 2018 

MOVIE BY THE POOL - JUNE 2ND 

Important Numbers... 3 

WEST MEMORIAL NEWS... 4 

Teenage Job Seekers... 8 

Recipes/Garden Tips... 9 

School News... 10 

Sports Opportunities... 12 

What’s Happening in Katy... 14 

Houston Area Events... 18 

Best Places to Camp in Texas... 19 

Volunteer Opportunities... 20 

Katy Color Run Photos... 23 

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June 2018 | West Memorial

WEST MEMORIAL IMPORTANT NUMBERS 

West Memorial Mailing Address: 

c/o High Sierra Management 

722 Pin Oak Road, Katy, TX 77494 ª 1-866-844-3933 

SECURITY (CONTRACT #83) 

EMERGENCY (Police, Fire, Medical) 911 

NON-EMERGENCY: 

Constables Office 281-463-6666 

Harris County Precinct 3 713-755-6306 

Crime Stoppers 

713-222-TIPS 

HCE SD FIRE DEPT. 48 281-599-8888 

SCHOOLS 

KISD Administration 281-396-6000 

KISD Security 281-396-7560 

KISD Transportation Dept. 281-396-6220 

West Memorial Elementary 281-237-6600 

West Memorial Jr. High 281-237-6400 

Katy High School 281-237-6700 

IMPORTANT NUMBERS 

Poison Control Center 800-764-7661 

Animal Control 281-999-3191 

Memorial Hermann Katy Hosp. 281-644-7000 

Houston Methodist W. Hospital 832-522-5522 

Manager: Sherri Carey 

www.westmemorial.org 

PARK HOURS: 

8 AM - Dusk, 7 days a week 

TRASH PICK UP: Wednesday & Saturday 

Texas Children’s Hospital West 832-227-1000 

Children’s Protective Svs. 713-394-4000 

Harris Co. Public Health & Environment 713-439-6000 

Comcast Cable 713-341-1000 

Reliant Energy 713-207-7777 

Centerpoint Energy 713-207-2222 

www.ceneterpointenergy.com/outage 

West Memorial MUD 281-392-2290 

WCA 281-368-8397 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

President 

Pat Leo 

Secretary 

Lindy Rajput 

Treasurer 

Jerry Wells 

Director 

Ishmael Gantt 

Director 

Joel Kahn 

Director 

Keith Black 

Director 

Harry Woodstrom 

WEST MEMORIAL BOARD MEETINGS ARE THE 

4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 7 PM AT THE CIVIC CENTER 

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West Memorial | June 2018 3

Movie by the Pool 

June 2, 2018, 8-9 PM 

• Must have pool pass to attend the movie 

• Popcorn will be served and Finding Dorey will be shown 

• If you do not have a pool pass you can purchase a pool membership if 

not member of the West Memorial Community 

• Pool Memberships at $150 for an individual and $200 for a family 

Seeking Volunteers 

• Help assemble life guard stands 

• Yard of the month club 

• Welcome Committee 

If any members of our community are interested in starting a volunteer 

group, please come to a meeting and make a suggestion. We love our 

community and will try and support any suggestions offered. 

Park Beautification Project 

We need your help to help freshen up the park for summer. Families 

are welcome to help with beautification. If interested, please contact 

volunteers@westmemorial.org. This would be a great way for students 

to obtain volunteer hours. 

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West Memorial Updates 

As you walk through the subdivisions, you might realize that in some 

areas, we are experiencing severe erosion under the sidewalks. 

Depending on the location and the cause, the problem might be repaired 

(at no cost to the homeowner) by either West Memorial MUD at 281-392- 

2290 or hcmud81@comcast.net and/or Harris County at 713-755-6405. 

As a homeowner, you are responsible for the maintenance of sidewalks 

and driveways and should an accident occur because the sidewalk is not 

in “good” condition, the liability would be yours, as homeowner. So we 

encourage you to contact these two parties and have them come out to 

decide when they can make the repairs. 

Perhaps you don’t realize that we pay a per diem charge for every light in 

the subdivision whether it is working or not. The lights are there for the 

protection of you and your family so please if you see a bulb out, pick 

up the phone and report it to Reliant at 713-207-2222. Don’t wait for or 

expect someone else to do it - please be proactive for the sake of all our 

residents. 

If you need a Constable for any reason, they are available 24/7 by calling 

281-463-6666. 

We have leash laws in the County, this is for the safety of all residents. In 

addition, please carry a bag when you walk your dog and pick up your 


dog’s bowel movements. I am confident everyone will appreciate your 

being considerate on this point. 

We are in the process of establishing a monthly newsletter, if you would 

like to be included please send an email to lindy@westmemorial.org. 

Do not forget to sign in at our monthly meetings. We would like to include 

you on updates for the community and any email alerts. 

We are looking for volunteers to help welcome new residents to the 

neighborhood please contact volunteers@westmemorial.org. 

We have received several notices in regards to street parking and 

obstructions that are caused by parking on the street. 

Please review the following guidelines listed below. In addition, if 

you have shrubs over hanging in front of street signs please trim. We 

appreciate your concern and care in this matter. 

Safety Notice-http://codes.findlaw.com/tx/transportation-code/transpsect-545-302.html 

Per the Texas Traffic Codes 

(1) in front of a public or private driveway; 

(2) within 15 feet of a fire hydrant; 

(3) within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection; 

(4) within 30 feet on the approach to a flashing signal, stop sign, yield 

sign or traffic-control signal located at the side of a roadway. 

The West Memorial Civic Association 

Management Company High Sierra Management, Inc 

Sherri Carey is the Association’s Manager. The Association has a direct 

phone number for your convenience. The number is 1-866-844-3933 and 

will direct you to whomever in the management staff you wish to speak 

with; manager, administrative staff, accounting and the work order 

department. For emergency purposes, this number also provides you 

with twenty-four hour emergency service. When contacting the office or 

speaking with the answering service, please be sure to give your name, 

homeowner association, address and telephone number where the call 

can be returned. The management office is located at 722 Pin Oak Road, 

Katy, Texas 77494 and office hours are Monday through Friday 8 AM to 

5 PM. 

You may also contact your management team by visiting the High Sierra 

Management website at www.highsierramanagement.com and selecting 

“Online Requests.” 

High Sierra Management will be performing the monthly deed restriction 

inspections and citing all violations of the governing documents. If you do 

not have the rules and regulations, you may download a copy from www. 

WestMemorial.org or contact the management company and request a 

copy. We are sure you are all eager to help maintain the property values 

and exterior appearance of our community and hope we can count on 

your continued support in this effort. As a reminder, West Memorial Civic 

Association is a deed restricted community and all changes or additions 

to the exterior of the home must be approved by the Association prior 

to any work commencing. Requests for home improvements can be 

obtained through management. 

The Board of Directors meetings are held monthly in the association 

clubhouse (by the pool) on the fourth Tuesday at 7 PM and all 

homeowners are welcome to attend. You may also email or call with any 

questions or concerns at any time. We thank you all in advance for your 

kind cooperation and continued help in making West Memorial a great 

place to live! 

Respectfully, 

The West Memorial Civic Association Board of Directors 

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West Memorial Email Alert & 

Notification System 

West Memorial has a new alert and notification system that works with 

email. The alerts are for emergency notifications, security alerts and 

messages from our constables. The notifications are for neighborhood 

events, meetings and issues. 

To be a part of the system, you must request the service. If you are 

interested, open our web site at www.westmemorial.org and locate the 

Sign-Up icon on the right side of the main page. Follow the instructions 

and you will receive all future alerts and notifications. 

Anyone wishing to send an alert or notification should submit the 

message to westmemorial@westmemorial.org for approval, posting and 

transmission. Please direct any questions to harry@westmemorial.org. 

West Memorial Website 

www.westmemorial.org is the address for West Memorial information 

on the internet. The web site contains pool information, Board member 

contacts and complete documentation of your deed restrictions. It 

also contains neighborhood information, including schools, security, 

recreation and local worship centers. Check it out, you might find 

something you have been looking for. 

Trash Service 

In January, WCA Waste (WCA) became your trash collection provider. 

Trash service days are Wednesday and Saturday. Please have trash 

out at curb by 7 AM each pick up day. Heavy Trash and/or extra bags are 

picked up on both pick-up days, Wednesday and Saturday. 

RECYCLING IS EVERY SATURDAY 

WCA takes great pride in our recycling program and efforts. Ensuring the 

best recycle program for our customers takes time and effort on both 

sides. Please remove caps, liquids and food products from inside the 

containers. Please only use the recycle bins for recyclable materials, not 

as an extra trash container. 

WCA will collect papers, plastics, aluminum and tin cans that are placed 

within the provided recycling bin. If items exceed container capacity, 

please place them adjacent to bin. 

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to normal wear and tear. Theft, lost or additional bins can be replaced 

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If you find items left in your bin that are not recyclable please dispose of 

these items in your trash container for the next scheduled pick up. 

HOLIDAYS 

When regular pick-up falls on a holiday, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 

July 4 th (Independence Day), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas 

Day, the pick-up will be made on the next regular scheduled pick-up day. 

If your recycling day falls on a holiday it will be picked up the next week 

on your normal scheduled recycle day. 

BILLING 

WCA will invoice each individual residence on a quarterly basis. Bills 

are due 30 days after receipt. Any residents failing to pay will receive a 

statement, have services discontinued and incur a $25 late/reconnect 

service fee. 

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West Memorial Park 

Our community park is located at 22415 Kingsland and is open to all West 

Memorial residents for outdoor activities. It has playground equipment 

and a large sheltered pavilion. 

Soliciting 

Soliciting is prohibited in West Memorial Subdivision. Please make sure 

you have a sign posted on your residence for no soliciting. If you are 

approached by a solicitor, please call the Constable’s office at 281-463- 

6666. Continue to call this number if you see suspicious person or vehicles. 

Stray Animals 

Do not hesitate to call Harris County Animal Control at 281-999-3191, if 

you see animals that are roaming the neighborhood unleashed. 

West Memorial Constables 

Please make sure you call and report any suspicious behavior. Please file 

a report for any stolen or missing property we need to know what is going 

on in the neighborhood. Our Constables patrol our subdivision 24 hours 

a day/seven days a week. Please call them at 281-463-6666 to report any 

disturbance or to request vacation patrols. 

Deed Restrictions 

The purpose of Deed Restrictions in your neighborhood is to protect and 

enhance property values. They set guidelines for initial construction, 

perpetual maintenance and property use. As residents agree to abide 

by the majority view; the style and standards of a community are 

established and everyone benefits. For your information, restrictions 

are written by the developer before the first home is constructed and 

the Association is then charged with the on-going responsibility of 

enforcing them. They can be changed, but a very large percentage vote of 

homeowners is required to do so. Please let us know if you see a problem 

in the neighborhood. 

Reward 

West Memorial Civic Association’s Board has approved the following: 

A $250 reward to anyone providing information leading to the arrest 

and prosecution of person or persons vandalizing or destroying West 

Memorial Civic Association property. 

Clubhouse Rental 

If you are interested in renting the clubhouse, please call Dannielle Raper 

at 1-866-844-3933. At the time your call is returned, the guidelines for 

renting and using the clubhouse will be provided. Be sure you allow 

yourself plenty of time to fulfill the requirements, such as hiring security 

officers. You will be provided with the names and phone numbers of the 

individuals to contact to make the necessary arrangements. A few, but 

not all, of the guidelines are listed below: 

1. There is no smoking in the clubhouse. 

2. Residents must have all dues/assessments paid prior to booking the 

clubhouse. 

3. A certified check for all rental fees and deposits is required 30 days in 

advance. 

4. The security deposit will be returned within 30 days after the date of 

the event based on the condition the premises was left in. 

5. Renter is responsible for the conduct of all attendees. 

6. Police Officers are required at all functions of 50 or more attendees or 

at any event in which alcohol will be served. Arrangements and payment, 

for the officers, are to be made by the renter. 

Rental rates are as follows: 

Resident $175 

Non-resident $525 

Security deposit $300 

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Your Association pays for streetlights from your annual dues, whether they work 

or not. If a light is out in your area, please call 713-207-2222 and report it. You 

may also report outages online at www.centerpointenergy.com/outage. Each 

light has a number on it. When reporting the out light, give the pole number 

and street location. We want all lights to work. A lighted area is a safer area. 

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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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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 

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June Recipes & Garden Tips 

You could make these on 

National Eat Your Vegetables Day June 17 th ! 

Zucchini Tots 

Loaded with zucchini and carrots, these 

tots do not even taste healthy! It’s the perfect 

way to sneak in veggies, and it’s just so 

good! 

Ingredients: 

2 zucchini, shredded 

1 teaspoon salt 

2 carrots, peeled and shredded 

1/2 cup Panko* 

2 large eggs 

1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese 

2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan 

1/2 teaspoon dried basil 

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 

1/4 teaspoon onion powder 

Pinch of cajun seasoning 

Kosher salt and freshly ground black 

pepper, to taste 

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 

leaves 

Directions: 

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil 

a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray. 

Place grated zucchini in a colander over 

the sink. Add salt and gently toss to combine; 

let sit for 10 minutes. Using a clean 

dish towel or cheese cloth, drain zucchini 

completely, removing as much water as 

possible. Transfer zucchini to a large bowl. 

Stir in carrots, Panko, eggs, cheeses, basil, 

oregano, garlic powder, onion powder 

and cajun seasoning; season with salt and 

pepper, to taste. Form zucchini into tots 

and place onto the prepared baking sheet. 

Place into oven and bake until golden 

brown and crisp, about 16-18 minutes, 

flipping during the last 10 minutes of 

cooking time. 

Serve immediately, garnished with 

parsley, if desired.* 

*TO FREEZE: Transfer cooled tater tots 

to an airtight container. Freeze up to 1 

month. To bake, preheat oven to 400 degrees 

F and bake until heated through, 

about 15-17 minutes. 

This delicious recipe brought to you 

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zucchini-tots/ 

Roasted Vegetables 

INGREDIENTS: 

1 small butternut squash, cubed 

2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced 

1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed 

3 Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed 

1 red onion, quartered 

1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme 

2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary 

1/4 cup olive oil 

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 

salt and freshly ground black pepper 

DIRECTIONS: 

Preheat oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C). 

In a large bowl, combine the squash, red bell 

peppers, sweet potato and Yukon Gold potatoes. 

Separate the red onion quarters into 

pieces and add them to the mixture. 

In a small bowl, stir together thyme, rosemary, 

olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Toss 

with vegetables until they are coated. Spread 

evenly on a large roasting pan. 

Roast for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated 

oven, stirring every 10 minutes or until vegetables 

are cooked through and browned. 

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Pralines 

You could make this on 

National Pralines Day June 24 th ! 

INGREDIENTS: 

1 1/2 cups toasted pecans 

1 1/2 cups white sugar 

3/8 cup butter 

3/4 cup brown sugar 

1/2 cup milk 

1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

DIRECTIONS: 

Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. In 

large saucepan over medium heat, combine 

pecans, sugar, butter, brown sugar, milk and 

vanilla. Heat to between 234 and 240 degrees F 

(112 to 116 degrees C) or until a small amount 

of syrup dropped into cold water forms a soft 

ball that flattens when removed from the 

water and placed on a flat surface. Drop by 

spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet. 

Let cool completely. 

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GARDEN TIPS FOR JUNE 

Lawns 

• Apply iron sulfate or chelete to 

St. Augustine grass lawns. 

• Mow St. Augustine to a 2-inch height now 

to protect roots from the sun. Never cut 

off more than a third of the leaf. 

• Continue treatment of lawns for chinch 

bug. As the temperature hits 80 degrees, 

chinch bugs begin to reproduce in the 

hottest and driest part of the lawn, usually 

next to cement. Use diazinon or dursban 

granules. 

Flowers 

• Overwatered hibiscus, purslane and 

bougainvillea won’t bloom. 

• Keep flowers pinched off of coleus and 

caladiums to encourage more of 

the beautiful foliage. 

• Plants to set: Acalpha, Ageratum, Alter 

nathera, Aspidistra, Artemisia, Balsam, 

Begonia, Chrysanthemum, Cockscomb, 

Coleus, Croton, Dusty Miller, Feverfew, 

Gaillardia, Geranium, Marigold, Petunia, 

Pinks, Portulaca, Salvia-red, Shrimp Plant, 

Torenia, Verbena and Vinca. 

Vegetables 

• A strong blast of water in the morning rids 

plants of most bugs for the rest of the day. 

• Vegetables to plant: Cantaloupe, Sweet 

Corn, Cucumber, Eggplant sets, Okra, 

Black Peas, Pepper Sets, Summer Squash 

and Sweet Potato. 

Shrubs 

• Watch Camellias and Azaleas, they’re 

setting their blooms now for next season. 

So give them a good mulch and plenty of 

water. Mulch well with oak leaves and/or 

pine needles to keep soil acidic. 

Benefits of Mulching: Mulching (organic 

or inorganic) is a layer of material on the 

surface of the soil around the plant. Mulches 

conserve water by reducing evaporation, 

insulates the soil and protects it from the 

drying wind and hot sun. Mulches break the 

force of rain and irrigation water and tend 

to prevent erosion, soil compaction, and 

crusting. Lastly, a 2-3 inch layer of mulch 

will almost eliminate weed problems. 


Katy Independent School District 

Www.katyisd.org 

Important Dates 

June - No Activities 

Katy ISD Summer Band Camp 

The sixteenth annual summer band camp, offered to next year’s 7 th , 

8 th and 9 th grade KISD band students, will be held at Tompkins High 

School from July 16 th to July 20 th . The camp will include daily section 

rehearsals, full band rehearsals and fun music-based electives. Lunch is 

also part of the camp. The cost of the camp is $130 and will include a 

t-shirt if registered by June 5 th . All registrations after that date will need 

to include a late registration fee of $25 totaling $155. Any registration 

request after June 29 th must be sent via email and if approved, payment 

MUST BE either cash, money order or cashier’s check. 

The camp concludes with the Grand Finale Concert on Friday morning 

at 9 AM. After the concert, those students wishing to extend the fun a 

little longer can join in the group’s optional trip to Typhoon Texas for an 

additional $35 (park admission, meal, bus transportation and drinks are 

included in price) for a total camp cost of $165 ($190 after June 5 th ). The 

KISD JH Summer Band Camp has been a huge success each year and we 

anticipate a large enrollment again this year. 

Camp participants will audition for summer band camp placement as 

soon as they arrive for the first day of camp. Students should prepare 

major scales specific to the student’s instrument and an audition etude 

which can be downloaded from the webpage below. Students will be 

ability grouped with the number of bands being determined by total 

enrollment for the camp. Registration Form, Audition materials and 

Travel/Emergency Treatment Consent Form can be downloaded by 

campers from the Katy ISD Fine Arts Webpage www.katyisd.org/dept/ 

finearts. An email confirmation is sent out upon receipt of registration 

and follow up reminders from the camp coordinator will be sent before 

the camp begins, so make sure your email address is clearly printed on 

the registration form. 

The camp provides an economical and convenient alternative to those 

who may not have had a chance to attend another band camp over the 

10 

summer due to scheduling and/or costs. Participants will receive top 

quality instruction on their instruments from our own great KISD and 

Houston area Band Directors. Join us for the sixteenth annual Katy ISD 

Junior High Summer Band Camp and keep your playing skills sharp for 

the year! Camp brochures, with the registration form, will be distributed 

to KISD band students by their schools’ directors. Camp brochures can 

also be downloaded from the Katy ISD Fine Arts webpage above. Plan to 

register early in order to guarantee a spot! Again, registrations requests 

made after June 29 th will need to follow special instructions outlined 

earlier. If you have already registered and have not received your 

confirmation email, contact kisdbandcamp2018@gmail.com to make 

sure your registration has been received. 

Katy ISD Announced New Start 

Times For 2018-19 School Year 

Beginning this fall, Katy Independent School District will transition to a 

multi-bell schedule which will support the new district transportation 

model. The Katy ISD Board of Trustees announced the elementary 

schools that will fall under Group 1 and 2. The 2018-19 multi-bell 

schedule will include four groups that will begin and dismiss at different 

times of the school day. These changes will alleviate the challenges the 

district is facing with bus driver recruitment as well as safety concerns 

with congested traffic in areas within Katy. Elementary campuses will be 

divided in two groups. To verify what group your child’s campus falls 

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nurse.” That is one of the most notorious quotes to describe nurses, the 

dedicated professionals who are critical to the medical field. Katy ISD, 

has 74 exceptionally well-prepared campus nurses and Kim Cromie, from 

Bonnie Holland Elementary has been named the 2017-18 Nurse of the 

Year! 

Nominations for the “Nurse of the Year” recognition were submitted 

earlier this year by colleagues across the district who described why 

a particular nurse was outstanding. The required criteria included 

professionalism, work experience, volunteerism and clinic management 

experience. 

Cromie was brought to tears when she learned she was the final 

candidate for Katy ISD. “Being a school nurse is immensely rewarding 

because not only are you instrumental in keeping students healthy, you 

also provide valuable information to keep the entire campus safe,” said 

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protects the Bonnie Holland huskies. Being able to serve our students 

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Linnea Griffith, the principal of Bonnie Holland Elementary indicated, “It 

is a wonderful opportunity to be a part of this recognition and to show 

Kim how much everyone at Bonnie Holland Elementary appreciates 

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Pictured above are members of Katy United Volleyball. Front to Back, L-R: Sofia Deuel, Giselle Bossart, Ciana Rivera, Kurt Atkinson, 

Eva Simoncic, Abigail Klipka, Inessa Tate, Cami Mills, Ella Krezanosky and Long Nguyen (not pictured, Asiah Jacobs) 

Katy United Volleyball 

Did you know Katy has a new developmental volleyball program for 

girls ages 9 to 12 years old? Katy United Volleyball hosts their Starlight 

program where girls learn the FUNdamentals of the sport of volleyball 

while competing against local teams across the city. They have 3 sessions 

(Fall, Winter, Spring) along with summer camps. The team scored a 1 st 

place victory at their last outing in Deer Park. Come see what all the FUN 

is about at www.katyunited.com. 

Albion Hurricanes FC (AHFC) 

AHFC has multiple campuses in and around Houston . The club invites 

all interested players from the ages of 7 to 18, to the Player Tryouts 

& Evaluations and to become part of our success. We ask that all 

interested players pre-register before coming out to the fields. Please 

visit albionhurricanes.org for details about your particular campus. 

AHFC offers JHSL (a recreational program for 5-10 year old) at our Cy 

Fair and Central locations and offers additional training at Katy Friday 

Night Academy and New Territory Thusday Night Academy. Visit 

albionhurricanes.org for times and dates. 

Sports Quest Summer 

Soccer Camps 2018 

Celebrating 22 years! Online registration is now open for summer soccer camps 

2018! Sports Quest is a non-profit soccer training organization, dedicated to 

sharing Biblical truth to reach, teach & encourage next generation leaders 

through soccer. Sports Quest summer camps provide a fun, safe and educational 

soccer environment for boys and girls aged 5-12 years. Each camper receives a 

free soccer ball, a free camp T-shirt and other commemorative gifts and awards. 

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Along with technical and tactical soccer skills training, daily competitions and 

biblically based life lessons, Sports Quest provides a camp experience to equip 

each child for success on and off the field. Early Bird and sibling discounts are 

available. For more information about camp dates, times and locations and to 

register online visit www.sportsquesttraining.com. 

West Houston Rugby Club 

West Houston Rugby Club offers excellent opportunities for players of all 

ages from minis to adults to participate in one of America’s fastest growing 

sports. Our coaches are fully accredited with USA Rugby and include 

former European premiership players. We are a not for profit club with a 

mission to provide outstanding club management, a fun social environment 

and the feeling of a rugby family. Registration is now open for the 2018 

season at www.westhoustonrugby.com. Enquiries may be sent to info@ 

westhoustonrugby.com. Come and join the fastest growing club in Houston! 

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. 


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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. We have multiple practice sites in the Greater Houston 

area including McMeans JH in Katy and Cypress Lakes HS in Cypress. Visit 

www.trackhouston.com to register for a location near you. 

Katy Canoe & Kayak Club (KC/KC) 

Established March of 2014 (Over 200 Members). Never paddled before, 

that’s okay too! We don’t own a store, don’t purchase anything yet! Join 

our meetings and we can answer your questions and/or assist you in trying 

out new gear and equipment. KC/KC is a non-profit organization with major 

Sponsors. Must be at least 21 years of age to join. LIFE VEST/PFD IS A MUST!!!! 

We meet every 3 rd Wednesday of each month at 24638 Kingsland Blvd., Katy 

TX 77494 (Manta Ray Enterprises, Inc.), 7-9 PM. For more information, call 

Philip at 713-826-5705 or 281-782-7252. “Remember-Think Safe, Paddle Safe” 

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. 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. 

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. 

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. 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. 

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Festivals/ craft shows 

Fulshear Freedom Fest 

“ Red, White & Boogie” 

The 11 th Annual Fulshear Freedom Fest 4 th of July Celebration brought to 

you by the City of Fulshear and the Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce 

will take place in historic downtown Fulshear on Sunday, July 1 st from 

6 PM to 9:30 PM. 

This year’s theme is “RED, WHITE & BOOGIE” featuring “LE FREAK, The 

Greatest Disco Band In The World” brought to you by our title sponsor 

Houston Methodist West Hospital on the main stage. On our secondary 

stage we will showcase Saenz Of The Time, a local band who love to rock 

the 70’s to todays Rockin’ covers with a little bit of Country. There will be 

food trucks, vendors, activities for kids and a spectacular fireworks show. 

“We think we have one of the best free family events in Fort Bend County”, 

advised Amy Norvell of the Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce. 

Information and Vendor application forms may be found on the Fulshear 

Area Chamber of Commerce website at www.fulshearareachamber.com. 

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River Bend Baptist Church VBS 

River Bend Baptist Church invites you to Vacation Bible School June 

11 th -15 th , 9 AM-Noon. Registration information for VBS at Riverbendbc. 

org. Call 281-346-2279 for more information. Located at 27600 FM 1093, 

Fulshear, TX 77441. 

Saint Aidan’s Episcopal Church 

VBS - July 9-13, 2018 

Take an adventure with us for an exciting and adventurous week, July 

9 th -13 th at VBS! Regular registration is April 23 rd -June 16 th , costing $30. 

Registration can be found at aidanschurch.org! Our theme this year is 

Shipwrecked: Rescued by Jesus. Kids will learn what it means that Jesus 

carries us and with us through life’s storms. Registration can be found at 

aidanschurch.org. For more information, contact Taylor Durr at taylor@ 

aidanschurch.org. 13131 Fry Road, Cypress, TX 77433 

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Sign up now for the best summer ever! Stageworks Theatre announces 

A Summer of Epic Adventure, its 2018 Summer Acting Academy classes. 

Performance and skill-based classes are available for all ages and all 

levels of experience. Morning and afternoon classes, as well as one, two 

and three week options run all summer long and if needed, before and 

after care is offered. 

Classes run June 4-August 17, 2018 where kids can put on a show, 

design props, sets or costumes while having a blast! Registration is open 

now. Go to www.stageworkstx.org for more classes and details. 

ONE-WEEK CAMPS 

Hogwarts Stagecraft & Wizardry: June 4-8, 2018, 8:30-11:30 AM, (Ages 

5-12) and 1-4 PM (Ages 13-18), cost $150 

I Like to Move It Dj Jam &Foley: June 11-15, 2018, 8:30-11:30 AM, (Ages 

5-12) and 1-4 PM (Ages 13-18), cost $150 

Descendants Dance/Music Core: June 25-29, 2018, 8:30-11:30 AM, 

(Ages 5-12), cost $150 

Once Upon a Time: June 25-29, 2018, 1-4 PM (Ages 13-18), cost $150 

The Greatest Showman: July 9-13, 2018, 8:30-11:30 AM, (Ages 5-12) and 

1-4 PM (Ages 13-18), cost $150 

Stunts, Parkour & Ninja Tricks: July 23-27, 2018, 8:30-11:30 AM, (Ages 

5-12), cost $150 

Biology of Fight Choreography: June 4-8, 2018, 1-4 PM (Ages 13-18), 

cost $150 

Fashionista’s Project Runway: July 6-10, 2018, 1-4 PM (Ages 13-18), 

cost $150 

More camps offered on the website. 

TWO-WEEK CAMPS 

Adventures of Little Red Robin Hood: June 4-15, 2018, 9 AM-4 PM, 

(Ages 8-14), cost $300 

A Wrinkle in Time: June 4-15, 2018, 10 AM-5 PM, (Ages 11-18), cost $300 

Law and Order Fairy Tail Unit: June 18-29, 2018, 9 AM-4 PM, (Ages 8-14) 

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Sinbad The Untold Tale: July 23-August 3, 2018, 9 AM-4 PM, (Ages 8-14) 

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THREE-WEEK CAMPS (MUSICALS) 

Madagascar Jr.: June 4-22, 2018, 8:30 AM-3:30 PM, (Ages 6-12), cost $450 

Musicville: July 9-27, 2018, 8:30 AM-3:30 PM, (Ages 6-12), cost $450 

Kamp Kaos-Musical Version: July 9-27, 2018, 9 AM-4 PM, (Ages 8-14), 

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crafts, life skills, games and much more. Summer Program cost is $35 

per day and participant must be a current member of The Arc of Katy 

to participate. Participants will bring a snack and lunch most days and 

will receive an Arc of Katy t-shirt. For more information and forms, please 

visit www.thearcofkaty.org. 

The A.D. Players Performing Arts 

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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. 

Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Co. 

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All Shows at Studio 101, 1824 Spring Street #101, Houston TX 77007 

Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company (MU) will be saying goodbye to their 

longtime home in Spring Street Studios and moving to Montrose, where 

The Classical Theatre Company has generously provided the company 

a new home in their Chelsea Market performance space. In addition 

to the move, MU will be producing a shorter season of two mainstage 

plays plus the annual Museum of Dysfunction short play festival in order 

to accommodate a greater focus on developing programs that engage 

the community in different ways. MORE INFO/RESERVATIONS: www. 

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Stageworks Theatre 

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JUNE/JULY 2018 HOUSTON AREA EVENTS AND ROAD TRIPS 

June 2 nd - Vegandale is proud to take our utopia on the road, 

hosting Vegandale Food Drink Festival in four cities for 2018. At 

these festivals, veganism is celebrated through food, drinks, music 

and art with hundreds of vendors & 75,000+ guests in attendance. 

The event is held at Sam Houston Park, 1100 Bagby, Houston 77002 

from 11 AM-7 PM. Eary Bird admission is $10. For more information, 

visit www.vegandalefest.com. 

June 2 nd -This summer, Galveston will host a free, family friendly 

event series to help beachgoers create spectacular sandcastles 

with tips from the pros. Visitors to Stewart Beach can participate in 

“Sandcastle Days” events to receive free sandcastle building lessons 

from a professional sandcastle builder. The events will take place 

each Saturday this summer from June 2 nd thru August 18 th . Each 

event will begin with an instructor building a sandcastle from 8-11 

AM followed by lessons at 11 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM. Equipment will be 

provided on a limited basis and participants are encouraged to bring 

their own sand buckets and shovels. Registration is not required. The 

lessons will take place on the sand near the Stewart Beach Pavilion. 

Stewart Beach is located at 201 Seawall Blvd. It is home to helicopter 

tours, a pavilion, volleyball courts, a children’s playground, 

restrooms, showers, chair and umbrella rentals and concessions. 

Parking at Stewart Beach costs $15 per car during Sandcastle Days 

events. For more information, visit www.galvestonbeachinfo.com. 

June 7 th - H-E-B Wine Walk at Market Street. There is loads of 

fun to be had at this year’s H-E-B Wine Walk at Market Street, as 

live music from Mango Punch will have the crowds swinging and 

swaying while sipping on their favorite beverage. Attendees grab 

a keepsake glass and enjoy an evening out with friends as Market 

Street is transformed into a 34-acre wine walkabout with wine 

industry experts sharing their fruit of the vine. Upgraded VIP tickets 

offer the finest wines and lounging area on Market Street and get an 

early start before the crowds. Participate in the John Cooper School 

Signature Series charity wine pull. You can be one of the lucky 

ones to take home a premium bottle of wine for a $10 donation. 

Everyone who participates in the wine pull gets a bottle of wine. 

Two live music stages fill the air with lively entertainment. For more 

information, visit www.wineandfoodweek.com. 

June 7 th - TECHSPO Houston 2018. Where Business, Tech and 

Innovation Collide in Houston! TECHSPO Houston 2018 is a two-day 

technology expo that brings together developers, brands, marketers, 

technology providers, designers, innovators and evangelists looking 

to set the pace in our advanced world of technology. Exhibitors 

showcase the next generation of technology and innovation 

including Internet, Mobile, Adtech, Martech and SaaS technologies. 

Be prepared to be inspired, amazed and educated on how these 

evolving technologies will impact your business for the better. If the 

conference is where the learning, theory and inspiration happens, 

then the TECHSPO floor is where the testing, networking and product 

interaction takes place. The TECHSPO floor is free to attend (for a 

limited time!) For more information, visit www.techspohouston.com. 

June 15 th -17 th - Galveston Cajun Crawfish Festival. The third 

annual Galveston Cajun Festival, which is set for Father’s Day 

weekend, June 15 th -17 th , will celebrate the best of Texas- and 

Louisiana-styled food, family fun and live entertainment - island 

style! The grand event will be held on the beautiful grounds of 

Beach Central Park at the Hotel Galvez, 2102 Seawall. The festival 

will take place rain or shine! Festival hours will be from 5 PM to 11 PM 

June 15 th , 11 AM to 11 PM June 16 th and 11 AM to 5 PM June 17 th . The 

festival will feature a wide variety of Cajun food vendors, kid rides 

and live music from a wide array of performers across a variety of 

genres. Admission is $6 for adults. Kids 10 & under FREE! A portion 

of proceeds will go toward local charitable organizations in the area. 

For information, visit www.facebook.com/galvestoncajunfestival or 

call 409-359-3045. 

June 23 rd - Houston LGBT Pride Celebration. Hundreds of 

thousands of spectators are expected to attend the 2018 Houston 

LGBT Pride Celebration® on June 23 rd ! Last year, one of the oldest 

and largest pride events in the South moved to Downtown Houston 

with the theme Heroes. This year promises to be another mega 

event! The day of festivities kicks off with the Pride Festival from 

12 PM to 7 PM at Hermann Square in front of City Hall. The parade 

follows at 8:30 PM along a route through the western edge of 

Downtown. For more information, visit www.pridehouston.org. 

July 1st - Fulshear’s Freedom Festival 2018 - Red, White and 

Boogie. In Downtown Fulshear from 6-9:30 PM there will be street 

dancing, vendor booths, a children’s area, food trucks, fun & games 

and a fireworks show. For more information, call 832-600-3221. 

July 4 th - Freedom Over Texas. Celebrating more than 30 years of 

July 4 th music, fireworks and fanfare on Buffalo Bayou, Houston’s 

signature patriotic event - CITGO Freedom Over Texas - will turn 

it WAY up with live performances, family activities and stunning 

pyrotechnics Wednesday, July 4 th from 4 PM-10 PM. As is tradition, 

the evening will conclude with a spectacular blast of fireworks 

thanks to CITGO who has provided the finale since 2015. This year, 

CITGO signed on as a dual sponsor providing both the pyrotechnics 

and titling the event for the next three years. For more information, 

visit www.houstontx.gov/specialevents/. 

July 4 th - City of Galveston Independence Day Parade and 

Fireworks. Nothing says “summer on Galveston Island” better than 

the 4 th of July! Don’t miss this wonderful evening with a glittering 

parade followed by a dazzling fireworks display over the Gulf! 

Coming up the evening of July 4 th , Galveston Island will celebrate its 

annual Independence Day with a parade featuring a procession of 

floats, decorated military vehicles and performers. The parade will 

kick off at 7:30 PM with a procession on Seawall Boulevard starting 

at 59 th Street and ending at 22 nd Street. After the parade, the island 

will host a 20-minute fireworks show over the Gulf of Mexico at 9:15 

PM near 37 th Street and Seawall Boulevard. For more information, 

visit www.cityofgalveston.org. 

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10 BEST PLACES TO CAMP IN TEXAS 

The charm of the Lone Star State comes from 

the fact that it’s a special blend of country and 

cosmopolitan. You can get a pretty good picture 

of Texas from the top of Reunion Tower in Dallas. 

But most Texans know that to really take in the 

Great State in all its rugged glory, all you need to 

do is grab a tent and head into the wilderness. 

Here are the 10 Best Places to Camp in Texas: 

RAY ROBERTS LAKE STATE PARK 

Ray Roberts Lake State Park is situated on a 

3,000-acre reservoir just north of the hustle and 

bustle of Dallas. Campers here are encouraged 

to hike miles of trails and primitive camping 

is available for the practiced adventurer. The 

highlight of the park, though, is the clean beach 

and easy lake access. Ray Roberts Lake is so big 

it can often feel like a seaside bay. Folks out here 

boat, ski, swim and fish away the stress of the 

city in style. The park is also home to multiple 

marathons throughout the year. 

LAKE BOB SANDLIN STATE PARK 

Campers of Northeast Texas know that it doesn’t 

get much more patriotic than spotting the 

majestic eagles during winter trips to Lake Bob 

Sandlin State Park. For the camper that is also an 

avid fisherman, Lake Bob Sandlin is a great spot 

for largemouth bass, spotted bass and bluegills. 

INKS LAKE STATE PARK 

Tucked away in the Texas Hill Country is Inks 

Lake State Park. Hill Country topography mixes 

with the pristine water of Inks Lake to create a 

perfect camping experience. On land, campers 

can backpack, geocache and bird-watch. And on 

water, campers can boat, ski, fish and even dive 

from the cliffs at the popular Devil’s Waterhole 

section of the lake. 

PALO DURO CANYON STATE PARK 

The Texas Panhandle is home to Palo Duro 

Canyon, “The Grand Canyon of Texas.” Campers 

here can hike, bike or horseback through the 

canyon and view the multicolored rocks, caves 

and hoodoos (rock towers). Palo Duro is also 

home to the Texas Outdoor Musical, which runs 

June through mid-August. 

CAPROCK CANYONS STATE PARK 

Campers flock to Palo Duro’s neighbor, 

Caprock Canyons State Park for both its 

awesome hiking and its magnificent wildlife– 

namely, the Official Bison Herd of the State 

of Texas. Over 10,000 acres are reserved for 

these bison that descended from a herd 

started by Charles Goodnight in 1878. The 

park is also known for its steep cliffs and 

drop-offs, which offer experienced hikers and 

mountain bikers a challenging adventure. 

DAVIS MOUNTAINS STATE PARK 

Out in West Texas, Davis Mountains State Park 

offers a definitively Texan experience. Here, 

campers are encouraged to bring their horses 

to camp. Horseback riding trails in the park rise 

up to 5,700 feet. Don’t fret if you happen to leave 

your trusted steed at home. Davis Mountains 

State Park also offers hiking, mountain biking, 

bird watching and stargazing tours. 

PADRE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE 

Camping along the Gulf Coast on the Padre 

Island National Seashore is a completely unique 

experience. The sand and the sea provide ample 

opportunity for the beach-loving camper. Here, 

campers can watch newborn sea turtles take to 

the ocean for the first time, sea kayak below a 

pod of pelicans and fish for their dinner. 

COLORADO BEND STATE PARK 

Located an hour-and-half down to the west 

of Austin, Colorado Bend State Park is a go-to 

destination for adventurous Texas campers. The 

popular highlight of the park is Gorman Falls, 

a 65-foot waterfall that runs year-round in the 

park. But stick around a little longer and you’ll 

find several miles of swimming holes, hardcore 

mountain biking and wild cave tours that include 

rappelling. 

BIG THICKET NATIONAL PRESERVE 

Variety is key at Big Thicket National Preserve 

in Southeast Texas, where the journey is just as 

important as the destination. Very few roads 

lead into the park. Visitors at Big Thicket are 

encouraged to canoe, hike, bike or horseback 

into the primitive campsites spread throughout 

the 112,500 acres of land and water that cover 

seven counties inside the park. 

BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK 

Over in Far West Texas, running the span of 114 

miles down the Rio Grande, Big Bend National 

Park offers the best roadside and primitive 

camping in Texas. Experienced backpackers can 

take to the highest points, at nearly 8,000 feet, 

for a totally isolated adventure. Big Bend is home 

to 4,000 species of animals and insects, as well 

as fossilized dinosaur bones. Campers can also 

kayak the Rio Grande along St Elena and Mariscal 

Canyons for some of the most beautiful views in 

all of Texas. 

Friendly Tip: Always research the parks you plan 

on visiting for information on the best time to 

visit and the best materials to pack for your next 

adventure. 

Source: Wide Open Country Website 


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/ 

ways-to-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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Runners wait at the Starting Line 

Top Four Finishers: (L-R): Dawson Schmidt, Zachary 

Skillman, Josh Kuriakose and Jacob Skillman. 

Micah and Samuel Nelson 

Color Runners 

Kennedy and Kristin Alexander 

2Nd Annual Katy Color Run Benefits Local Nonprofits 

Rainy, cold temperatures couldn’t keep over 800 local residents from attending the 2 nd annual Katy Color Run on April 7 th . The event benefited five local 

organizations: Christ Clinic, Clothed by Faith, Hope Impacts, Katy Christian Ministries and Compassion Katy. The race got off to a colorful start with a 

chalk filled 5K and was followed by a 1K Kids Dash. Kingsland Baptist Church hosted the event. 

Josh Kuriakose, 17 and Hayden Gold, 14 were the male and female top finishers in the 5K. Kuriakose finished with a time of 17:24 and Gold clocked in 

at 20:28. The winners of the 1K Kids dash were Sam Huntiford, Halle Elliot, Hugo Sims and Somayina Eze. 

Post-race celebrations were cut short by a strong cold front that brought chilly winds to the area but were still enjoyed by many. Festivities included a 

performance by Marshall Camp, food trucks and a vendor fair filled with many local Katy businesses and organizations. 

The benefiting nonprofits provided thousands of people with medical, food, clothing and shelter needs after Hurricane Harvey. Christ Clinic offers 

medical care to uninsured and underinsured patients. Clothed by Faith gives gently used clothing to thousands of Katy area residents in need. 

Compassion Katy connects churches, businesses, and nonprofits to provide solutions meeting community needs. Hope Impacts imparts hope 

to homeless and under-resourced people in the Katy area by linking them to services and resources. Katy Christian Ministries provides food and 

emergency financial assistance to those in need and also offers many other resources to the community including a domestic abuse center and a 

resale store. 


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 

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