KVPAC Arts for All Family Festival
KVPAC ARTS for ALL! Family Festival, Peace, Love & Art, is coming! On Saturday, March 27th, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, LaCenterra will be host to this fun family festival.
There will be music, art projects, games, prizes, refreshments, magic shows and professional theatrical entertainment to entertain you.
Admission and entertainment is all free, so you’ll want to check it out!
La Centerra is located at 23501 Cinco Ranch Boulevard.
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation to Visit Katy, TX March 9th
In an effort to join the battle against childhood cancer, local Katy ISD students will host an Alex’s Lemonade Stand on Tuesday, March 9 from 5-7 PM at Bonnie Holland Elementary School . These elementary school students were inspired to get involved with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation after hearing about Alexandra “Alex” Scott, the girl who started this program.
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) emerged from the front yard lemonade stand of cancer patient Alexandra “Alex” Scott (1996-2004). 2010 marks 10 years since 4-year-old Alex announced that she wanted to hold a lemonade stand to raise money to help find a cure for all children with cancer. Since Alex held that first stand, the Foundation bearing her name has evolved into a national fundraising movement, complete with thousands of volunteers across the country carrying on her legacy of hope. To date, Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, a registered 501(c)3 charity, has raised more than $30 million towards fulfilling Alex’s dream of finding a cure, funding over 125 research projects nationally.
Bonnie Holland Elementary School is located at 23720 Seven Meadows Parkway at the corner of Gaston and Seven Meadows Parkway.
5th Annual West”MUTT’’ster Dog Walk Fundraiser
Special Pals would like to invite the friendly residence of the Cinco Ranch community out to our 5th Annual West”MUTT”ster Dog Walk Fundraiser on April 17th, 2010. This event benefits the homeless animals at the shelter in need of medical attention. There will be several carnival like games for the children, vendors with pet supplies, a doggie costume contest, even a doggie biscuit eating competition for your dog. Sounds like it will be a howling good time.
Registration is a 9:00 am. The fee is $25 for dog walkers and you will receive a Special Pals T-shirt & dog snacks.
There is a $5.00 fee for the Doggie costume contest with prizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place. There will also be a Doggie biscuit eating competition with a $5.00 fee.
The Dog Walk begins at 10:00 am and the Doggie costume contest at 11:00 am. The events at 1:00 pm though the ut vendors will stay later
Location: LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, Texas 77494.
Thank you, Special Pals is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization based in the Katy / Houston area, we have been helping homeless animals for over 30 years. Their mission is to make the world a better place for healthy cats and dogs by providing temporary shelter, healthcare, an alternative to euthanasia.
Special Pals offers adoptions, boarding, and low cost shot clinics.
We hope to see your family at this great event.
Annual Missouri City Fire and Police Auxiliary Fajita Dinner
The annual Missouri City Fire and Police Auxiliary Fajita Dinner/Auction will be held on Friday, March 12, 2010 from 6:00 pm through 11:00 pm at the Missouri City Community Center located at 1522 Texas Parkway. Tickets are $15. The High-Tech Texan Michael Garfield will serve as MC.
This important community event raises funds to purchase extra equipment for the Missouri City Fire and Police Departments. In the past, the auxiliary has purchased defibrillators, emergency strobe lights, bicycles, protective gear, special forensic equipment and youth fingerprinting equipment.
To donate auction items or purchase tickets, please call 832-212-0136 or 281-261-0705.
St. Patrick’s Day Party and Dance
American Legion Post 164 of Katy and the Irish American Heritage Association are pleased to announce the 2nd Annual St.Patrick’s Day Party and Dance benefiting both organizations. The event will be held on March 14th at the Katy Elks Lodge 2628, 1050 Katy Fort Bend Road. The event will kick off at 1:00 pm and last until 5:00 pm.
In addition to the music and dancing, the IAHA and the American Legion will sponsor an Irish Soda Bread Baking contest. Entrants will pay a $1 entry fee andprovide the judges with 2 loaves. One will be plain – to be sliced & sampled by the judges. The second will be shared with the guests and may be buttered. The IAHA will provide a trophy, plates, and napkins. A photo of the winning entry will be taken for the IAHA.
Highlighting the entertainment will be the Cass Academy Irish Dancers.
Admission to this year’s event will be $10 per person, $15 per couple or $25 per family of four. Tickets are available by calling 281-578-9417.
For additional information, please call 281-395-3038 or 281-395-5012.
Second Annual Support Our Troops Golf Gala
The Sentinels of Freedom Scholarship Foundation will host the Second Annual Support Our Troops Golf Gala on March 25th and 26th at South Shore Harbour Country Club, Resort and Conference Center. This premiere fund raising event will provide four year “life scholarships” to severely injured post 9/11 veterans.
The mission of the Sentinels of Freedom is to provide life-changing opportunities for men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who have suffered severe injuries and need the support of grateful communities to realize their goals and dreams. The four-year program offers a home and car, each adapted to any special needs, employment with appropriate training and education, and also financial and emotional mentor ship.
The event begins on Thursday, March 25th with golf registration opening at 10:00 am, followed by a parade beginning at 11:00 am. At 11:30 am, the ceremonies will begin at the Country Club featuring the RE/MAX Sky Diving Team sponsored by Al Saylor of Patriot Bank Mortgage and the Honor Guard Presentation by the 1st Cavalry Division representing Fort Hood. The tournament will begin with a Shot Gun start in scramble format at 12:00 pm. Cocktails, dinner and music will accompany the auction and awards ceremony from 5:00 to 7:30 pm at the resort. Dinner is being sponsored by Outback Steakhouse, Mark Yoder, owner.
On Friday, March 26, 2010, a Sentinels VIP Sponsor Cocktail Party will be hosted in the Paradise Reef located in the South Shore Harbour Hotel. Immediately following, The “Texas Black Tie” Sentinels of Freedom Gala will begin at 7:00 pm and will feature dinner, dancing, live auctions, and many special guests.
For more information regarding The Sentinels of Freedom and how to get involved, please visit www.sentinelsoffreedom.org or contact Todd Frederking at tfrederking@dwhomes.com or 713-438-8043.
Chapelwood United Methodist Women’s Spring Thing Market 2010
Chapelwood United Methodist Women’s 47th Annual Spring Thing Market will take place this Wednesday, March 3rd from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Thursday, March 4th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at Chapelwood United Methodist Church, 11140 Greenbay Street, Houston, TX 77024. Admission is free.
The event will kickoff with a preview party tonight, March 2nd, from 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Tickets for the Preview Party are $10 and include light hors d’oeuvres. Tickets to the preview party can be purchased at the church office or by calling 713-465-3467.
The Spring Thing Market will feature more than 90 vendors offering home decor, Easter specialties, clothing, jewelry, food and entertainment products, garden items, and handcrafted specialty items. There will also be an expansive Silent Auction.
The Spring Thing Market raises money for global missions and local organizations benefiting women and children. Last year, Spring Thing Market raised and distributed more than $57,000 to 24 organizations, including Fair Haven Food Pantry, Memorial Assistance Ministries, and Children at Risk. The Westside Homeless Partners was awarded $10,000 – enough to bring one homeless family to sufficiency.
For more information, please visit www.chapelwood.org.
Sentimental Journey Dinner & Dance at Katy High School
The Katy High School Jazz Band is proudly presenting the 24th annual Sentimental Journey – Music and Memories on March 6. The award winning KHS jazz band, under the direction of Terence Gorton, and with special guest vocalists, will be playing your big band favorites, along with dinner and dancing from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
For more information or to purchase tickets, please call Mary Crane at 713-501-8549.
Morton Ranch Project Prom Silent Auction and Dinner
On March 4th, Morton Ranch High School will be holding a Silent Auction and Dinner to raise money for Project Prom. The dinner will be catered by Schulze’s BBQ. You can bid on sports memorabilia, gift baskets, and many other “one of a kind” things. The cost is $15 for the dinner and auction or just $5 for the auction only. The dinner will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 pm and the auction from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm.
For more information call 281-237-9664 or email seghoyt@yahoo.com. If you are interested in donating something for the auction, please contact Tammy Whitlock at whitlock1969@comcast.net or call 832-578-2972.
It’s Rodeo Time Again in Houston
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo come back to town running March 2nd and running through March 21st. There are also events leading up to the Rodeo, beginning February 26th.
This great annual event features not only big concerts but a Downtown Rodeo Parade, PRCA rodeos, livestock exhibits, a carnival, vendor booths with arts and crafts, student art exhibits, an international wine competition, not to mention barbecue!
For a schedule of events beginning this weekend and running through March 21st, click here. For more information about Rodeo Houston and to purchase show tickets, visit www.rodeohouston.com.
The Slave Next Door: Human Trafficking in Houston
Evidence of being controlled. An inability to move or leave a job. Bruises or other signs of physical abuse. Fear or depression. No passport or ID. These are clues to help identify victims of human trafficking. On Tuesday, February 23, Pandora’s Box presents Alyssandra Granado of the Houston Rescue and Restore Coalition who will speak about human trafficking in Houston. This non-profit’s mission is to raise awareness about human trafficking, assist in identifying victims, and improve victim services in the greater Houston metropolitan area. Librarian Cindy Belmar will introduce the speaker.
HCC students, faculty, staff, and the public are invited. The event begins at 12:30 p.m. in the HCC Katy Cyber Lounge at 1550 Foxlake Drive, 77084. For more information please call 713-718-5750, contact michael.ronan@hccs.edu, or view http://commons.nwc.hccs.edu/pandora.
1st Annual Fun Run and Carnival
On March 6th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, visit Joe Hubenak Elementary at 11344 Ranch Bella Parkway in Richmond for their 1st Annual Fun Run and Carnival. The fun run and carnival will help fund field trips, equipment, and school activities!
If you are interested in volunteering or sponsorship, please contact Kaye at kthom44531@aol.com
5th Annual Making a Difference Together Disability Conference
The 5th Annual Making a Difference Together Parent Conference and Resource Fair co-sponsored by Family to Family Network and the Katy ISD Special Education Department, will be held on Saturday, February 27th at the Morton Ranch High School.
This FREE conference is offered to parents of children (age birth to adult) with any type of disability, will cover a variety of educational, medical, and family-based topics relevant to raising a child with a disability. Four breakout sessions will be available, with more than 20-25 topics per session. A number of presentations will be offered in Spanish.
“This conference allows parents to gain an understanding of valuable information that will enable them to make informed, educated decisions – and become strong advocates for their children,” said Mary Jane Williams, executive director of Family to Family Network. “We are fortunate to have the support of so many experienced professionals that have an abundance of informationto share with parents.”
Doors will open at 8:00 am on conference day. Breakout sessions will run from 9:00 am to 4:15 pm. For a complete list of presentations and to register online, go to www.familytofamilynetwork.org (click on Special Events) or call 713-466-6304. Athouh walk-ins are welcome on the day of the event, pre-registration is recommended.
The conference also receives support from Rotary Club of Katy Sunrise, Houston Endowment, and Newfield Foundation. The Mission of Family to Family Network is to help families of children with disabilities by providing information, training, referral, and support. Family to Family Network is a 501@3 non profit organization.
Foundations Academy Grand Opening
Foundations Academy, located at 20817 Westheimer Parkway Katy Texas, will be having a Grand Opening on February 20th from 9:00am-5:00 pm. Tour their state of the art facility, enjoy our bounce house, enjoy a meet a greet with our teachers, hor devours by Gators Cajun Cafe, and fun arts and crafts.
Tradition Bank Hosts Shred Day to benefit Special Pals Shelter
Shred for furry friends. Tradition Bank on Fry Road will host a community-wide shred day on Saturday, February 20 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in support of local animal shelter, Special Pals Shelter. Documents will be shredded in the bank’s parking lot, and a donation of $5 per box is appreciated. Residents are asked to place old documents for shredding in a banker’s box. Staples, paper clips and binder clips need not be removed from the documents. Plastic binders are not accepted. Assistance will be available at the event to help unload heavy boxes. For more information, please visit www.traditionbank.com.
14th Annual Camp Fair & Summer Vacation Expo
Houston Family Magazine’s 14th Annual Camp Fair & Summer Vacation Expo is coming up this Saturday, February 20th. The Expo will be held from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Memorial City Mall next to the ice rink. You will have an opportunity to speak with counselors, look over information and see what they have to offer. There will be demonstrations and performances every half hour, with drawings throughout the day to win great prizes.
Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings in Katy
February 18, 2010, from 4:30 – 5:00 pm, visit The Public House at 22758 Westheimer Parkway in the Villagio Center for their Ribbon Cutting. Complimentary champagne toast t all who attend. For more information, please visit www.thepublichouseofkaty.com.
On March 6th, from 9:45 – 12:00 am, The Goddard School for Early Childhood Development celebrates it’s grand opening with a ribbon cutting. The Goddard School is located at 24025 Cinco Village Center Blvd. For more information, please visit www.goddardschool.com.
