Katy ISD Men Who Mentor Breakfast
If you are a man who currently mentors with the Katy ISD KEYS program or if you’re a man who’s thought about becoming a mentor to a child on the brink of success but didn’t know how to start – please attend the Men Who Mentor Breakfast on Friday, March 26, 2010 from 7:30-9:00 a.m. at the Katy ISD Education Support Complex, Room 1200 (staff development entrance), 6301 South Stadium Lane.
There will be a manly breakfast along with great networking opportunities for those who do mentor and information for those who’d like to learn more about mentoring.
You can RSVP at www.katyisd.org and click on the KEYS logo in the right-hand column.
Got any guy friends who might be interested in mentoring? Forward this email and invite them to come with you!
Men Who Mentor and the KEYS Mentor Program are offered by Partners in Education, the Katy ISD department that brings the community into the classroom!
The Arc of Katy Fourth Annual Charity Gala
The Arc of Katy’s Fourth Annual Charity Gala will be held on Friday, February 26th at the Pine Forest Country Club. This year’s theme is Together We Can and the Honorary Chairman is Katy Mayor Don Elder.
The Arc of Katy is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization benefiting individuals in the Katy community with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The mission of The Arc of Katy is to create opportunities for all children and adults with cognitive, intellectual and developmental disabilities that enable each person to be a participating and respected members of our community and to grow in mind, body and spirit. Tickets are for tables or individuals. Sponsorships are also available.
For more information about the gala and how you can order tickets, sponsor a table, or donate, please contact the ARC of Katy at 832-754-9802 or by e-mail at thearcofkaty@gmail.com.
Pope John XXIII High School “Cruise Around the World” Gala
Everyone is invited to attend Pope John XXIII High School’s biggest event of the year, the annual gala, themed “Cruise Around the World.” This adult evening which benefits the students at Pope John XXIII High School will include live and silent auctions, a delicious dinner, music and dancing. The event is scheduled for Saturday evening, February 20, 2010 at the Omni Houston Hotel, located at 13210 Katy Freeway and Eldridge Parkway. For more information, contact Jen Meador (jenmeador@windstream.net) or Debbie Troutman (dtroutman001@gmail.com), or visit the school website, www.pj23.org, and click on “Cruise Around the World.”
Fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse
Go out for a great meal on February 4th from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm at Texas Roadhouse and you will be sponsoring a homeless animals next meal.
Support Special Pals and show your love for your favorite four-legged friend by enjoying a delicious homestyle dinner. Get your grub on with made-from-scratch cookin’ including steaks and burgers, fresh salads with homemade dressing, and award winning fall-off-the-bone ribs. Even though you can’t bring Fido to the restaurant, order a little extra & take a doggie bag home! A portion of the proceeds from the evening’s dine-in sales will be donated to Special Pals, so go ahead – get dessert. (Only orders that are Dine-in will count towards our total.)
Texas Roadhouse is located at 20840 Katy Freeway , Katy, TX 77449.
The Public House New Year’s Eve Party
Looking for a New Year’s Party close to home? Checdk out the Public House New Year’s Eve Party in Villagio Town Center.
With no cover and great food, it sure to be a fun time! The featured entree is $14 and includes Guinness-braised short ribs, cocannon, and winter vegetables. Enjoy a complimentary champagne toast at 6:00 pm (Midnight in Ireland) and party favors and again at 12:00 am!
The Public House is located in Villagio Town Center at 22758 Westheimer Pkwy. #270 Katy, Texas 77450. For more information call (281) 395-3473 or visit www.thepublichousekaty.com.
Cafesitos Restaurant Bar and Grill New Year’s Eve Celebration
Cafesitos Restaurant Bar and Grill New Years Eve Celebration looks to be a wonderful place to celebrate. The evening features a four course menu, live music, and a champagne toast! (Kids menu is available.)
First Seating is from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm for $45. Second seating, for $60, will be from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am.
Cafesitos Restaurant Bar and Grill is located at 3750 South Mason Road, Katy, Texas 77450.
Red Robin Opening Week
This week is the opening week of the new Red Robin Restaurant on Mercantile Parkway by J.C. Penney. As part of their opening week , 50 cents from every gourmet burger sold will benefit the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Children’s Art Project.
Red Robin is located at 23318 Grand Parkway in Katy. For more information, please call 281-392-1004.
Christmas Character Breakfast at Second Baptist West
Saturday, December 12th and Saturday, December 19th at 9:00 and 10:00 am, Second Baptist West Campus is having a Christmas Character Breakfast. Join Rudolph, Frosty, and Mrs. Claus for eggs, sausage, bacon, pancakes and cereal. This should be a fun time for the entire family. And don’t forget your camera!
Tickets are $5 and available for purchase in the Adult Ministry Office Monday through Friday and on Sunday mornings. For information, please contact Holly Robideau at 713-722-1803 or hrobideau@second.org.
Second Baptist West Campus is located at 19449 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX, 77094.
Tokyo Steak & Sushi – A Pleasant Surprise
Back in April, I shared about my experience with H.B. Japanese Steak & Sushi. Today I’m excited to let everyone know that I have great things to say about Tokyo Steak & Sushi, a smaller (or cozier?) hibachi and sushi restaurant located at 22762 Westheimer Parkway, Suite 420 in the Villagio at Cinco Ranch.
I’m a fairly frequent visitor to the Villagio Read more
Cimmaron Elementary Hosts Breakfast with Santa
Cimarron’s annual Breakfast with Santa is this Saturday, December 5th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Kids can have their pictures taken with Santa and following, there will be a craft fair, book fair, and bake sale.
Breakfast will be held from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, and the craft fair from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Cimarron Elementary is located at 1100 S Peek Rd. in Katy.
A Girl’s Day Out with the Stonecroft Women of Katy
On Thursday, December 17th, the Stonecroft Women of Katy is hosting a December Luncheon titled “A Girl’s Day Out.” This great event features shopping, networking, an inspiring speaker, Christmas music, and a delicious lunch.
Speaker Christine Rothchild will be sharing How to Look Like a Million Bucks without Spending it.
The luncheon is $16.00 per person and will be held at The Club at Falcon Point, 24503 Falcon Point Drive in Katy. Doors open at 10:30 for shopping and lunch will be served at 11:30.
For reservations e-mail katycwc@gmail.com or call Nancy at 281-232-8338 by December 14th.
Cinco Ranch Ladies Club Fashion Show Luncheon
On December 12th, the Cinco Ranch Ladies Club is hosting a Fashion Show Luncheon for men and women in an effort to raise money to benefit Katy’s Breath of Life. Breath of Life benefits children who cannot afford immunizations and families who have lost jobs and need help with medical assistance.
This fun event will be held at Pine Forest Country Club, 18003 Clay Rd. from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm on December 12th.
For more information or to make a donation please contact Hilary or Joanna at 281-787-9009 or Darlene at 281-392-9188 or via e-mail at darlenebwiener@yahoo.com.
Breakfast with Santa at Morton Ranch High School
The Morton Ranch High School Maverick Band Boosters will be hosting Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 5th. Come enjoy a pancake breakfast with your family while supporting a great cause.
Breakfast will be served from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm at Morton Ranch High School 9th Grade Commons. The cost is $5.00 per person.
Morton Ranch High School is located at 21000 Franz Road in Katy.
Breakfast with Santa and Northern Lights Craft Market
On December 5th Bonnie Holland Elementary is presenting a day of fun for the kids and another opportunity to get some of your holiday shopping done. From 8:30 am to 1:00 pm you can enjoy a Chik-fil-a breakfast and get your picture taken with Santa. Follow that up with train rides, bounce houses, and craft activities, and shopping at the Holiday Craft Market.
Bonnie Holland Elementary is located at 23720 Seven Meadows Parkway in Katy.
27th Annual Fundraiser for Katy Volunteer Firefighter & EMS Association on Tuesday, October 20th
The Katy Volunteer Firefighter & EMS Association will be holding their 27th Annual Fundraiser tomorrow night, October 20th at the Katy VFW Hall. This will be a great Fajita dinner as well as a great opportunity to support the men and women who serve our community.
There will also be a raffle, with tickets available for $1.00, featuring the first prize of $1000 Mastercard, second prize of $500 Walmart Gift Card, and third prize of a $250 Cinco Ranch Spa Package.
The will begin serving dinner at 5:00 and the raffle starts at 6:30. Meal tickets are $10.00, Age 65+ are $5.00, and children 5 and under are free. Take Out is available.
Katy VFW Hall is located 6202 George Bush Drive in Katy.
“Bud the Pieman” is Coming Back to Katy!
“bud the pieman” Royer will be dishin’ out his famous pies at the Rice Harvest Festival, October 10 -11. This “guilt-free” Pie eating is at its finest, as each slive of Pie will benefit the Pregnancy Help Center in providing hope for the unborn. Visitors to booth 963 can choose from Bud’s Chocolate Chip Pie, Café’s Buttermilk Pie, and Ann’s Pecan Pie at $2.50 a slice or $20.00 a pie. Read more
Kosmos Coffee: A Café with a Cause
Kosmos™, a new non-profit coffee shop located in the Fellowship at Cinco Ranch, is opening its doors to the Katy community with good intentions at heart. The café’s tagline, “Coffee – Community – Cause” exudes its commitment to “…changing the world one cup at a time.” All profit made on your purchase at Kosmos™ will benefit humanitarian organizations both locally and globally. Read more
