KVPAC’s Encore Players Share The Love ~ Dog Adoption Day
Encore Players has proudly partnered with the Katy-area rescue organization, Zeke Animal Rescue Fund, to showcase precious doggies in need of loving homes on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2010 from 12:0 pm to 6:00 pm in the Share The Love ~ Dog Adoption Day at KVPAC, during the matinee performance of Sylvia, a romantic comedy about a husband, wife and the free-spirited dog who comes between them! Sponsored by Waggin Tails Pet Ranch. For more information contact Lisa Connolly, KVPAC Marketing Director, 281-829-2787 or e-mail lconnolly@KVPAC.org.
The Katy Visual & Performing Arts Center is lcoated at 2501 S. Mason Rd #290, (located in the Great Southwest Equestrian).
Nickel Day in Downtown Rosenberg
The Downtown Merchants of Rosenberg will host the second nickel day in downtown on February 13, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Several merchants will have items available for only a nickel. The Soda Fountain will have nickel cones. Both Downtown parks will have free crafts to make with your family like string art, valentines cards, cookie decorating and more.
Katy Realtor Earns Short Sales and Foreclosure Certification
A short sale is a transaction in which the lender, or lenders, agree to accept less than the mortgage amount owed by the current homeowner.
Recently, I earned the nationally recognized Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource certification. The National Association of REALTORS® offers the SFR certification to REALTORS® who want to help both buyers and sellers navigate these complicated transactions, as demand for professional expertise with distressed sales grows.
REALTORS® who have earned the SFR certification know how to help sellers maneuver the complexities of short sales as well as help buyers pursue short sale and foreclosure opportunities.
“As leading advocates for homeownership, REALTORS® believe that any family that loses its home to foreclosure is one family too many, but unfortunately, there are situations in which people just cannot afford to keep their homes, and a foreclosure or a short sale results,” said 2009 NAR President Charles McMillan.
“Foreclosures and short sales can offer opportunities for home buyers and benefit the larger community, as well, but it’s extremely important to have the help of a real estate professional like a REALTOR® who has earned the SFR certification for these kinds of purchases.”
The certification program includes training on how to qualify sellers for short sales, negotiate with lenders, protect buyers, and limit risk, and provides resources to help REALTORS® stay current on national and state-specific information as the market for these distressed properties evolves.
For assistance with a short sale, foreclosure or any other residential real estate issues, feel free to contact me at 713-818-2404 or through FuellingKaty.com.
February Fun at Holy Covenant United Methodist Church
Bring the family and enjoy dinner and a drop in Bible study every Wednesday evening starting at 600 pm. Dinner starts at 6:00 pm for $3 per person with a $12 maximum per family. Drop-in Bible study starts at 7:00 pm. Childcare is available.
February 14th – Family Valentine’s Day Pop Concert
February 16th – Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras Kick Off
February 28th – A Special Visit from Old Testament Scholar, John Holbert. Mr. Holbert will be preaching on The Surprise of Grace and this will be followed by a luncheon.
Holy Covenant United Methodist Church is located at 22111 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, TX. For more information, please call the church office a 281-579-1200 or visit www.holycov.org.
Little Women the Musical at Fort Bend Theatre
The beloved story of the March sisters comes to life in award-winning Fort Bend Theatre’s production of Little Women the Broadway Musical, to be performed January 29th – February 20th, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 3 pm at 2815 N. Main St in Stafford. Based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott, this timeless production features the exciting adventures of the four March sisters – aspiring author Jo, romantic Meg, pretentious Amy, and kind-hearted Beth – and their beloved Marmee, at home in Concord, Massachusetts. Directed by the talented Glenn Sharp, Little Women offers a powerful score that soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartache and hope and is sure to delight both young and old.
Fifth Annual Girlfriend’s Giggle
Ladies, you won’t want to miss the Fifth Annual Girlfriend’s Giggle, a big girl’s pajama party that supports the Fort Bend County Women’s Center. Come with your best gal pals dressed in your favorite pjs and fuzzy slippers for an evening full of shopping, food, drinks, indulgences, raffle, silent auction, and much, much more! Tickets are $60 a person including dinner and one indulgence for the evening. Additional indulgences are $3 each. All proceeds go toward aiding survivors of domestic violence and their children.
Held February 4th from 6:30 pm to 11:00 pm at the Fluor Corporation, One Fluor Daniel Drive, Sugar Land, Tx 77478. For more information please contact Ann Budill at abudill@fortbendwomenscenter.org or visit here.
Annie Auditions at Fort Bend Theatre January 25th
Annie Auditions will be held at Fort Bend Theatre tonight from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Children ages 7-12 are needed for orphans and ensemble. Teens and adults are needed for non-orphan leads and ensemble. Please bring your resume, headshot or recent photo and be prepared to sing an upbeat number not from Annie (bring sheet music or a cd with no vocals.) For more information, call (281) 208-3333 or visit http://www.fortbendtheatre.cm. This delightful musical will be presented at the Stafford Centre March 5th , 6th and 7th.
Fort Bend Theatre, 2815 N. Main, Stafford, Tx 77477
Cinco Ranch High School Junior Parent Night
Cinco Ranch High School Junior parent night has been schedule for February 11th. It will be held in the Performing Arts Center (PAC) from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Cinco Ranch High School counselors will be there to give you important information to help you and your student prepare for their senior year.
Cinco Ranch High School-Performing Arts Center, 23440 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy.
Family Friendly Superbowl Football Party at Times Square
You won’t want to miss a fun family friendly football party at Times Square Entertainment on February 7th. The party starts at 5:00 and runs until close with the game shown on all of their Big Screens over the lanes so you won’t miss any of the Super Bowl action! Special: ONLY $15 per person: ($40 value) includes 2 games of bowling (shoes included), 2 games of laser tag, $10 game card, and 24 oz drink. $7 large single topping pizzas 5pm – close. For more information, please visit www.timessquaretx.com.
Times Square Entertainment, 402 W. Grand Parkway South, Katy.
Katy/West Houston Aggie Mom’s Club Meeting
On February 4th at 7:00 pm, the Katy/West Houston Aggie Mom’s Club Meeting will be meeting at Living Word Lutheran Church. The guest speaker will be Ashley Teel, of Alternate Spring Break (ASB), a student organization which organizes service trips during Spring Break. You can also purchase tickets for Aggie raffle items to raise money for scholarships. Moms and supporters of current and former students are invited to attend. So, mark your calendar now to make new friends, visit old friends and see what a great network Aggie Moms can be. For more information, please call the Aggie Moms Hotline at 281-394-8108 and visit www.katywesthoustonaggiemoms.com.
Living Word Lutheran Church is located at 3700 South Mason Road in Katy.
A Tribute to Katy Annual Gala
Katy Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend the Annual Gala “A Tribute to Katy”. The event will be held on Friday, February 12, 2010 from 6:30 to 11:30 pm.
There evening will include a Silent Auction and Cocktails from 6:30 – 7:30 pm, Dinner and a Program from 7:30 to 9:00 pm, followed by Dancing and Enterment beginning at 9:00 pm.
Located at Safari Texas Ranch, 11627 FM 1464, Richmond, Texas, they will be recognizing the Volunteer of the Year: Charles and Gayle Boggess; Business of the Year: LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch/Vista Equities Group; Citizen of the Year: Honorable William (“Bill”) Yeoman, Harris County Justice of the Peace Court, Precinct 5, Place 2.
For more information, to buy a program ad, donate an auction item, or purchase tickets/tables, please visit www.katychamber.com.
Ties and Tiaras, A Fundraiser for the KEYS Scholarship Program
On February 18th you won’t want to miss Ties and Tiaras. This annual event is hosted to fund scholarships for graduating seniors who have participated in the district’s KEYS mentor program for at least two years. The event will also recognize the Katy ISD KEYS mentors of the year, honoring their years of service and dedication to students. Guests will be treated to hors d’oeuvres and beverages provided by Hasta La Pasta, and from 6:00-7:30 may bid on a beautiful collection of Katy ISD student artwork and gift baskets during a silent auction. Joining Hasta La Pasta in supporting the KEYS Scholarship Program are Firethorne, Tradition Bank, Brazos Valley School Credit Union, Members Choice Credit Union, Memorial Hermann Hospital Katy and Perry Cummins.
The event will be held at Agave Road, 1010 FM 1463 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. For more information, go to www.katyisd.org or contact Martha Brown at marthabrown@katyisd.org or 281-396-2468.
Fort Bend Master Gardener Annual Fruit and Citrus Tree Sale
The Fort Bend Master Gardeners will hold their Annual Fruit and Citrus Tree Sale on Saturday, February 13, 2010. Heidi Sheesley, owner of TreeSearch Farms, will give an overview of plants at the sale at 8:00 am. The program is free and open to the public and no reservation is required. The sale will open at 9:00 am and will run until 1:00 pm or until sold out.Fort Bend County Fairgrounds – Building D, 4310 Highway 36S, Rosenberg, 77471. Visit www.fbmg.com for more information on varieties that will be at the sale.
Cheer Clinic with Morton Ranch High School Cheerleaders
The Morton Ranch High School Cheerleaders will be having a CHEER CLINIC on Saturday, January 30, 2010 at the Morton Ranch High School Auxiliary Gym from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. Boys and Girls ages 4 to 14 are welcome to participate.Registration begins at 8:30am. Show-offs for parents will begin at 12:30pm. Your child will learn several cheers and a dance!!Also, participants get to perform at a Morton Ranch High School Basketball Game on February 2. Registration is $20.00 until January 20. After January 20, the cost is $25.00. Cost includes a t-shirt, snack & drink during the clinic and 1 participant ticket to the basketball game. Please contact Coach Eberly at LorraineJEberly@KATYISD.ORG or 281-237-7899 if you need any other information.
Faith West Academy Annual Community Open House
Faith West Academy, located at 2225 Porter Road in Katy, will host its Annual Community Open House on Saturday, January 23, 2010 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Faith West Academy is an accredited, inter-denominational, private Christian school that started educating youth in 1982. Faith West Academy offers a strong core curriculum for Preschool (age 3) through 12th grade. Accelerated courses are offered for 7th -12th grade students. A competitive athletic program, under TAPPS accreditation, is available for our high school students, as well as performing & visual arts, choir, band, and cheerleading. For information, please contact FWA at 281-391-5683 281-391-5683 x229 or visit our website at www.faithwest.org.
4th Annual Heart of Katy Fun Run/Walk
On February 20th, you’re invited to join CHRISTUS St. Catherine Hospital’s sanctioned, certified 5K Fun Run and Walk. This event will include a 5K Run, 1 Mile Kids Run and a 1 Mile Family Walk|Run. Each dollar raised will stay in our community, supporting the only Comprehensive Heart Program in Katy. Enjoy a fun-filled day for the entire family. Sponsorship opportunities are available.
Event Timeline:
7:00 – 8:00 a.m…………. Late Registration, Packet Pickup
8:00 a.m………………… Announcements and Line Up
8:15 a.m………………… 1 Mile Kids Run begins
8:30 a.m………………… 5K Run begins
9:15 a.m………………… Family Walk begins
Following the race, stay for the awards and after party.
Entry Fees: (per entrant)
5K Race: $30
1 Mile Kids Race (12 & under): $20
1 Mile Family Walk: $15
Save $5.00 per entrant if you sign up before February 1st!
Packets can be picked up on Friday, February 19 from 12 noon – 7:00 p.m. at CHRISTUS St. Catherine Hospital, 701 S. Fry Rd., Katy, Texas 77450 (use fountain entrance). Registration form.
Pancakes & Pajamas Children’s Festival
Jump out of bed and go enjoy the magical children’s festival Wacky Wonka and the Pancake Factory!
Fort Bend Junior Service League and Texas Children’s Hospital bring you a day filled with adventure and fun, including a scrumdiddlyumptious pancake breakfast, magical themed make-and take, literature & craft activities, book fair, vendors, raffle, door prizes, face painting, contests, concessions and many more wild and wacky adventures for the entire family! Raffle tickets will also be available for $5 each or five tickets for $20.
This wonderful adventure benefiting East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry and Fort Bend Lawyers Care will take place Saturday, February 6, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at The Honor Roll School at 4111 Sweetwater Boulevard, Sugar Land, Texas 77479.
Admission Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Advance tickets can be purchased at Joann’s at 16185 City Walk in Sugarland or all Fort Bend County Randall’s locations. Ticket also available through FBJSL members. For Ticket sale inquiries, e-mail pancakes@fbjsl.com.
