Fort Bend Master Gardener’s Green Thumb Seminar
The Fort Bend Master Gardeners sponsored by Texas AgriLife Extension Service will present “Gardens to Attract Butterflies and Birds” as the March program in the Green Thumb Series on Thursday evening, March 11, 2010.Learn about plants and landscape techniques to attract butterflies, hummingbirds and other birds to your yard.The seminar will be from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in Cinco Ranch at the “Lake House”; 25202 Springwood Lake Drive; Katy, TX 77494.The seminar is free to all, no pre-registration required. Anyone with an interest is encouraged to attend. (281-394-7195 ext. 7001 for directions.) 281-341-7068 or www.fbmg.com for more information.
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.
Memorial Parkway Elementary Beautification
The Beautification Committee @ Memorial Parkway Elementary is changing our hot playground into a lush park and they need your help!!! They will be planting donated trees to provide much needed shade on Saturday, March 27th, 2010 @ 9:00am!
Miss Bay Area 2010 will be at our school for a personal appearance that day! So grab your shovel, camera and help them plant some trees. They are also in need of volunteers to water the weeks following the planting day as well as tax-deductible donations of large trees, starting at $105! If you would like to be a part of this movement, just show up on Saturday March 27th at 9:00am with a shovel in hand! Or contact Traci Bourque-Johannson @ 832-309-0616 or bojo72@comcast.net.
Saturday with Fort Bend Master Gardeners
On March 6th, visit the 4 acres of Demonstration Gardens at the Fort Bend Agriculture Center and talk to the volunteers who design and maintain them. It’s a great way to learn! Park in front of the Agriculture Center, located at 1402 Band Road, Rosenberg, 77471. Take one of the sidewalks back to the area behind the building to find the Master Gardeners. Gardens are open from 9:00-11:00 a.m.281-341-7068 or www.fbmg.com
On March 13th, they will be holding their perennial sale.
For more information call 281-341-7068 or visit www.fbmg.com.
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.
Katy Area Community Garage Sales
If you like garage sales, you won’t want to miss these 2 big Katy events on March 6th.
First, Katy Area Parents of Multiples will be holding their semi-annual garage sale at Crosspoint Community Church from 7:00 am to 11:00 am. Approximately 25 families will be selling mainly child realted and household items. There will be alot of kids clothing, toys, and equipment. There will also be a bake sale. Crosspoint Community Church is located at 700 S. Westgreen, Katy, TX 77450.
Pope John XXII will also be holding a community wide garage sale from 7:30 am to 12:00 pm in their school gym- rain or shine. You can also rent a space of your own for $30. For information, please contact Ana Sanchez by e-mail “re: community garage sale” at ams1965att.net. Pope John XXII is located on the corner of Franz and West Grand Parkway.
Green Thumb Seminar: Fruits and Nuts
The Fort Bend Master Gardeners sponsored by Texas AgriLife Extension Service will present “Fruits and Nuts” as the February program in the Green Thumb Series on Thursday evening, February 11, 2010. Learn about chill hours, pollination requirements, disease control, and planting tips as well as varieties that do well in Fort Bend County. The seminar will be from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in Cinco Ranch at the “Lake House” located at 25202 Springwood Lake Drive in Katy . The seminar is free to all, no pre-registration required. Anyone with an interest is encouraged to attend. For more information please call 281-341-7068 or visit www.fbmg.com.
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.
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.
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.
The Katy Home & Garden Show Bursts in With a Touch of Spring– Give it a Try!
On January 30-31 the 4th Annual Katy Home & Garden Show bursts on to the scene again with some pre-Spring indoor sunshine at the Merrell Center and a garden mega complex in the L.D. Robinson Pavilion. This year the show is benefitting two fabulous charities The Brookwood Community and Adopt a US Soldier. You can help too, because $1.00 from each full price admission ticket will go to each charity!
Give spring a try while you shop the great deals at more than 300 exhibits from reputable companies. Stroll through two buildings and two floors of all things blooming home improvement and garden ideas. The one-stop shopping includes decorating, gardening, remodeling, window treatments, home theater, landscaping, kitchens & baths, do-it-yourself, flooring, windows & doors, siding, heating/cooling and a myriad of other home related products and services.
Investing in your home is the way to go these days! Don’t miss this great opportunity to comparison shop, see NEW products and meet face-to-face with companies who are tops in their field.
Plus, there are several bonus features that will help provide inspiration for home and gardening. A local radio show host, a local charity’s garden center, and free food samples to send taste buds tingling are all included at the Katy Home and Garden Show.
Randy Lemmon, plant expert and host of the GardenLine radio show, will be broadcasting LIVE from the show on Saturday and be on hand after his show to share his Texas gardening expertise and answer your tough turf questions!
A “must – see” destination is The Brookwood Community’s Gift and Garden Market in the Pavilion. Here you’ll be able to shop for high quality items like wind chimes, garden stakes, statuaries and other garden and home décor accessories. They’ll also have beautiful, blooming plants and flowers just in time for spring planting! All sales here will benefit this not-for-profit community for adults with functional disabilities.
A crowd favorite, the GO TEXAN Market can be found in the Pavilion this year. Bring an appetite and get a true taste of Texas as you stroll through 10 booths offering lots of delicious products, each made right here in the Lone Star State. Get ready to sample such tasty treats as toffee, natural meats, jams & jellies, dipping sauces, marinades, seasonings, jerky, salsa and roasted nuts!
Whether you’re looking to shop, compare and save on remodeling, decorating, and landscaping, learn from the experts at hourly seminars & workshops or simply check out new products the 4th Annual Katy Home & Garden Show is for you – Give it a Try!
The spring time excitement takes place on Saturday, January 30, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday, January 31, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission prices are $8 for adults, $6 for seniors, $4 w/Military I.D, and free for children 12 and under. Parking is FREE.
The Merrell Center and Robinson Pavilion are in the City of Katy at 6301 S. Stadium Lane, Katy, Texas 77494. Located immediately behind Katy High School, the building faces I-10 and is easily accessible from all directions.
More information on the 2010 Katy Home & Garden Show is available at www.KatyHomeandGardenShow.com or by calling (281) 392-2132. The show is produced by RJC Productions, LLC based in Katy, Texas. This organization and it’s activities are not related to or sponsored by the Katy Independent School District.
City of Katy Boot Camp
City of Katy Boot Camp will be available at Katy City Park on Tuesday and Thursdays at 6:00 – 7:00 am and 7:00 – 8:00 am. Cost is $15 per individual session or $96 per month. All sessions will consist of both circuit training and muscle building exercises. There will be 2 one-hour sessions per week to focus on: Muscle Building, Tone & Definition, and Weight Loss. Additional Options Available: Body Fat Measurements, Customized Diet Plans, Physical & Sports Rehabilitation, Diet & Nutrition Consulting (Diabetes, Allergies, etc.), Prepackaged Food Meals (Customized to Individual Fitness & Diet Goals). Trainer Contact Information: John Handrick, Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) Cell: 832-876-3862 832-876-3862; Email: jbh@mybodywise.com.
Katy Aglow
All ladies are invited to attend Katy Aglow’s monthly meetings. Aglow is an international Christian women’s fellowship that encourages its members to grow in the fullness of Christ through monthly meetings, Bible studies, prayer, retreats, and conferences.
The next meeting is January 26th, beginning at 9:30 am with coffee and fellowship. Bible studies and prayer begin at 10:00 am. Meetings are held at Church on the Rock-Katy, 433 S. Barker Cypress, Houston. There is no cost. Just enjoy the fellowship. For more information, go to www.katyaglow.com.
AARP Driver Safety Program
The AARP Driver Safety Course for drivers age 50 and older is scheduled for Monday, December 14th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at Katy Social Services, 910 Avenue C in Katy. The fee is $12 for AARP members (bring AARP membership card) and $14 for non-members, payable at the course, by check made payable to AARP.
Course completion qualifies for auto insurance premium reduction. Registration is required and class is limited to 25 persons. To register, call 281-391-4837 or sign up at Katy Socil Services offices.
2009 Holiday Home Show in Houston Heights
Recently described by Southern Living as “one of the most fascinating neighborhoods in the South’s biggest city,” the Heights will be the scene of the 2009 Houston Heights Holiday Home Tour on Friday, December 4, 6:00 pm – 9:00 p.m., and Saturday, December 5, 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm.
The tour will feature seven spectacular homes delightfully decorated for the holidays. Docents will be stationed at each home to point out the rich history, architectural features, furnishings, and decorations.
A special “holiday bundle” — 10 tickets for $150 — can be purchased online only until noon on December 3.
Individual advance tickets are $17 and can also be purchased online; they will be available soon at various Heights locations. Tickets purchased online can be picked up at the will-call booth at the Fire Station during the tour. Tickets purchased on the days of the tour will cost $20, or $5 for each home, and will be available at the Heights Fire Station at 107 W. 12th and Yale Streets, and at each home. Tickets will be available mid-November.
Three buses will operate during the tour on Friday and Saturday. Patrons may board the buses at stops located at each home and at the Fire Station.
December 4 and 5
Langham Creek FFA Booster Club Craft Show November 14th
The Annual Langham Creek HS FFA Booster Club 2009 Craft Show will be held on Saturday, November 14th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday, November 15th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. With over 130 vendors, games, raffles, food, fun, and a silent auction, there is bound to be something for everyone in the family. The fair will be located at Cy-Fair ISD Exhibit Center at Telge Rd. and US 290.
For more information e-mail chef_kimmo@yahoo.com or call 281-414-0487.
Directions to Cy-Fair ISD Exhibit Center: Hwy 290 (Northwest Freeway) exit Telge Road. Turn North on Telge Road. Entrance to the Exhibit Center is on right after passing the CFISD Security Dept Bldgs.
