2009 Katy Home & Garden Show

The Third Annual Katy Home & Garden Show is coming to the Leonard E. Merrell Center for all of your home remodeling, decorating, and gardening needs.  Whether you are looking to remodel, decorate, or landscape your home or simply check out the latest in home improvement products, The 2009 Katy Home & Garden Show will have infinite ideas to inspire you.  Also this year, OnlyKaty is proud to say the show will also be featuring our own Janine Godwin, who plans to provide a wealth of tips on cutting the clutter in your home.  We truly believe this year’s show is a must-not-miss.

When:
Saturday, January 24, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Sunday, January 25, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Where:
Merrell Center and Robinson Pavillion
6301 South Stadium Lane
Katy, Texas

Prices:
Adults - $8.00; Seniors - $6.00; Children 12 and under - Free
Parking - Free

Other special features of the show include:

“Tips for Finding Equity in Your Attic” with Dr. Lori – If one man’s trash is another man’s treasure then Dr. Lori is queen of the junk yard.  As seen on Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart”, Dr. Lori is a nationally-known, funny art and antiques appraiser, syndicated columnist and award-winning TV personality.  Come learn how you can turn some of your antique chachkis into your next home remodeling project.  50 - FREE art and antique appraisals will be offered by Dr. Lori courtesy of the Katy Home & Garden Show during each session. So, be sure to arrive early with your item to be appraised.

The Lazy Gardener, Brenda Beust Smith – Come see “What’s Blooming in the Lazy Gardener’s Garden” and get great gardening advice gardening tips for your yard.

Brookwood Community Gift and Garden Market – Shop for fabulous wind chimes, garden stakes, statuaries, and garden and home décor, all benefiting Brookwood Community, a not-for-profit community for adults with functional disabilities.  The garden market will also offer beautiful plants and flowers, just in time for spring planting!

Ask-A-Gardener – Have a tough turf questions?  Bring your questions for a FREE 10 minute consultation with a Master Gardener.

Kid’s Potting Shed - Encourage your kids to exercise their green thumbs by planting their own veggies.  Noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Go Texan Market,  Food Sampling – Stroll through the Go Texan Market for samplings of jams, jellies, salsas, desserts and other tasty treats, all produced in the Lone Star State.

“Chaos to Calm Closets” Seminar –Are you still looking for the left shoe from your favorite pair of stilettos?  Is your closet a tangle of hangers?  Does the thought of your mother-in-law seeing your closet cause you to break out into a sweat?  Well, fear not…Certified Professional Organizer Janine Godwin is here to save the day.  This seminar will give tips and organizational ideas to help you whip your closet into shape.

“The Cool De-Cluttered Kitchen” Seminar – When the “heart of your home” is a jumbled mess, the effects can be felt throughout your life.  Embrace your inner domestic goddess and come explore how to effectively set up your kitchen, so it flows better for your needs and cooking habits. Learn how to organize your pantry for the best use of space and food storage and how to find space in your kitchen that you may not have know you had!

Garden & Outdoor Showcase – presented by DonMcGill Toyota of Katy – Learn how to boost the look and value of a home’s exterior at the Garden & Outdoor Showcase, featuring fully-designed landscapes. Resources include patio, deck, spa and pool, and fence builders, landscapers and gardeners.

Seminar & Celebrity Stages – Whether national stars or local celebs, the stages will be packed with interactive, entertaining and informative seminars Saturday and Sunday.

Indoor Upgrades – Pros who know home improvement will address the hottest topics, including remodeling, home theater, flooring, countertops, kitchen cabinetry and windows.

From the Ground Up – Custom homebuilders, contractors and construction professionals will be on hand to answer questions and offer information.

Designer Know-How – Interior designers, home décor, furnishings, window treatments, and more at the Katy Home & Garden Show can transform a house into a home.

Behind the Scenes – The show offers valuable information on essential “behind the scenes” elements such as heating and air-conditioning, storage solutions and pest control.

More than 300 home and garden exhibits.

My particular favorite section of last year’s show was the Go Texan Market, where I tried several delicious, home-inspired salsas (I brought three jars home!).

For more information about the 2009 Katy Home & Garden Show, visit KatyShows.com or call 281-392-2177.

The Katy Home & Garden Show is specifically designed for the people of Katy and West Houston. It is an RJC Productions event, based in Katy, Texas.