Blog entries tagged activities

Paint an Art Car to Music and Dancing at Don McGill Toyota in Nearby Katy

Melissa Burnham — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 22:23:23 +0100

Don McGill Toyota in Katy will play host to the painting of the 2020 ARTreach Safari Art Car! Held on Saturday, August 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., this is a free community event from ARTreach, a non-profit organization that provides mentoring and art-related programs to children at risk and to others in need. The painting will include several hundred volunteers, plus YOU if you attend, and the painting is being led by award-winning artist Vickie McMillan.

There will also be live music at 2 p.m. from the UrgeWorks dancers and drummers, and refreshments will be provided by Berryhill and Fish City Grill. It will be a great time for everyone at Don McGill Toyota, so come on out for the music, dancing - and especially the art car painting!

Don McGill Toyota is located at 21555 Katy Freeway, Katy, TX 77450. For more information please visit ARTreach Artcar. Bring the whole family and enjoy yourself!

Source: Ultimate Katy and ARTreach

Become a Fort Bend Master Gardner!

Daphne Hager — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 02:36:22 +0100

Is your yard already renowned in Lakemont for its beauty, but you want to take it to the next level? Or have you always wanted to learn how to put your green thumb to use and improve the aesthetics of your community? If so, then sign up to become a Fort Bend Master Gardener!

The Fort Bend Master Gardeners (FBMGs) organization certifies Master Gardeners through a one-morning-a-week horticultural training course held over an 11 week period. During that time you will attend talks and training led by experts in Texas horticulture, and you will then complete volunteer gardening work and experience in your community. During that time your own yard will become the beautiful Lakemont landmark that you’ve always wanted it to be!

The always-popular master gardener class begins August 11 and runs every Wednesday 9am-1pm for the next eleven weeks. The cost of the class is $160 per person ($255 for a couple), and more information on the class, including the application, is available at www.fbmg.com. Be sure to apply soon, as the class always fills up quickly!

Classic Car Show at Crosspoint Community Church

Daphne Hager — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:17:54 +0100

Nearby Crosspoint Community Church’s Westgreen campus in Katy will be hosting its first annual Three Months of Summer classic car show on Saturday, June 12, from 10am to 5pm. Classic car owners from Rosenberg, Katy, Houston, League City, and the Conroe area will be displaying their wonderfully restored classic cars, and there will be lots of family friendly entertainment including live music, food, and refreshments all day. Lots of family fun for a summertime Saturday!

The Westgreen Campus of Crosspoint Community Church is located at 700 S. Westgreen Blvd., just south of I-10 down Westgreen in Katy.

If you are interested in registering one of your classic cars or even a hot rod for display in the show, just show up. The $15 participation fee may be paid upon arrival on the day of the event. All proceeds go to support Crosspoint Youth Ministry programs, and more information is available at CrossPt.org.

Summer Kids Programs at Fort Bend County Museum

Daphne Hager — Wed, 26 May 2010 01:33:24 +0100

The Fort Bend County Museum is hosting two fun-filled, full-day educational weeks this summer for children 8-to-12 (under 8 may be allowed with parental participation). Each day will be split into a morning and afternoon session, 9-noon and 1-4pm, covering Archeology, Frontier Life, and what 19th Century homes were like.

The sessions costs $200 and are scheduled for the weeks of July 14-17 and August 11-14. Each sessions fee includes archeological digs, visits to historic homes, pitching frontier tents, and more—and might even include a weaving and/or a historical site and cemetery visit for the older children.

Fort Bend County Museum has well served the Fort Bend area for over 40 years, as both a local museum and as host to many great events throughout each year including events such as Texas Market Days, Lone Star Stomp, and Taste of Texas. It’s well worth a visit any day of the year.

For more information, please visit the Fort Bend County Museums Web site.

Image by euthman.

Lakemont Swim Team Registration for Summer 2010

Cheryl Boe — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 00:31:41 +0100

Lakemont parents can register their children to join the Lakemont Marlin swim team!

Registration will be held at the main swimming pool, next to the Lakehouse on Lakemont Bend. Below are the dates a times.

Sunday, 4/11 from 1-4pm

Sunday, 4/18 from 1-4pm

Sunday, 4/25 from 1-4pm

If you have any questions, please email the swim team chair, Rob M. at robmitzi@sbcglobal.net or Jennifer L. at jenpli@yahoo.com.

Easter Bunny to Visit Lakemont

Cheryl Boe — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:03:13 +0100

The Lakemont Executive Committee of resident, a part of the Lakemont Homeowner’s Association, will host a day with the Easter bunny on Saturday, April 3, 2010.

Mr. Cottontail will be on hand to host an easter egg hunt for children of all ages. A professional photographer will be on hand to take “keepsake” photos for each family for a nominal cost.

The event, exclusively for Lakemont residents, will be held at the Lakemont Lakehouse and will be complete with music, cookies and punch. Photos will be from 1 to 3 pm and an egg hunt for all ages will be from 3 to 4 pm.

This event is just another example of why living in Lakemont is so much fun!

American Red Cross Super Ball IX

Greg Rivera — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:37:16 +0100

If fun, food and football sound like a good time then join Cindy Reaves, May W. Tape DDS, and Carol Whileyman for Super Ball IX – the 9th annual American Red Cross Southwestern Branch Fundraiser. This is a tailgate like none other, featuring a super size tailgate buffet, complimentary beer and wine, live and silent auctions, sports games, sports celebrities and a dance.

This fun filled evening will take place on Saturday January 23, 2010 in the Texas Ballroom at Safari Ranch Texas in Richmond. The festivities start at 6:30 and go until the clock strikes twelve. Throughout the evening there will be two basketball shootouts and a football toss, as well as great prizes featured in the auctions. One of these fantastic prizes is a gourmet dinner for 10 at Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille with wine from award-winning California winemaker Tom Eddy who will be on hand to answer questions and share his private collection of wines.

The American Red Cross responds to small and large disasters across the community, they provide medical transportation to citizens ensuring they receive essential care, they offer health and safety courses to citizens of all ages, and provide emergency preparedness information to individuals, schools and businesses. These are only a few of the way the Southwestern Branch of the American Red Cross in Fort Bend County makes a difference in Richmond resident’s lives. Now, it’s your chance to support a service that makes a lasting difference in the community each and every day, and what better way to support your community than by enjoying your time giving back.

Proceeds from the Super Ball IX will go to funding program operations, service delivery to the community, and general operating needs of the American Red Cross Southwestern Branch. Tickets are just $75 per person or $130 per couple. There are also sponsorships available at different levels - Fans $1,000; Players $2,500; Band Sponsor $3,000; Kickers $5,000; and Quarterbacks $10,000.

For more information or to register for the event please call 281-342-9480 or visit www.houstonredcross.org/super-ball. This is sure to be a night full of fun, food and football!

Source: www.fortbendherald.com

Convoy of Hope – A Carnival for Hope

Greg Rivera — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:42:10 +0100

Fort Bend County churches, businesses, and community service agencies are working together to reach out to the community by providing service to the Fort Bend Convoy of Hope. On Saturday, November 21, over 700 volunteers and 60 organizations will be donating their time and resources toward the event.

Convoy of Hope coordinator, Rev. Deborah Prihoda says, “With the economy the way it is, we’re hoping to be able to reach out to a lot more people,” referring to the previous event held in 2007, when 3,000 people were reached by the program.

With high hopes of reaching around 5,000 locals, the “carnival-like event” will have 40,000 pounds of food, medical services, parenting classes, a job fair, and other free personal development opportunities. Additionally, there will be family music and entertainment, giveaways, family portraits and free hair-cuts.

No identification is necessary and the event will continue regardless of weather.

For Lakemont residents looking to join the effort, visit www.fortbendconvoyofhope.com or call Prihoda at 281-342-3801.

Santa Claus is Coming to Lakemont

Cheryl Boe — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:13:55 +0100

Christmas is just around the corner and Santa Claus will be visiting Lakemont residents! The Lakemont Homeowner’s Association’s Events Committee has invited Santa Claus to visit the Lakemont community on Sunday December 13th from 1pm-4pm at the Lakehouse. This fun filled event is for Lakemont residents only.

Mrs. Clause will be telling christmas stories, the children will be decorating Christmas cookies and a photographer will be on hand for photos with Santa. This is just another reason living in Lakemont is so much fun!

Lakemont Launches Astronomy Club

Cheryl Boe — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 05:00:00 +0100

The Lakemont Astronomy Club is the newest group in the west Houston area community. Known for its strong resident involvement and outreach, the Lakemont Astronomy Club is just one more example of how residents find common interests and common bonds with their neighbors.

The group celebrated its first “Star Party” on October 16, and enjoyed the scenic surrounds of the beautiful community as well as the outstanding fall weather. Open to all Lakemont residents the club welcome guests and members to its Star Party with a 10" Newtonian Reflector telescope, enabling everyone to enjoy wonderful views of Jupiter and it's moons, The Ring Nebula - M57, Hercules Cluster - Globular Star Cluster M13, Globular Star Cluster M22 in Sagittarius, Open Star Cluster M39 in Cygnus and Constellation Tours.

The event was enjoyed by residents of all ages who brought lawn chairs, blankets, binoculars and telescopes to the Lakehouse, one of the many amenities enjoyed by Lakemont residents.

Fort Bend County Fair Well Under Way

Greg Rivera — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 05:00:00 +0100

From mutton-bustin' races to cook-offs to rodeos, the Fort Bend County Fair is under way. The 9 day event started things off last Friday and is finishing off this weekend. There is still time to get in on the fun for the remaining days of the fair, including the Calf Scramble & Mutton Bustin' event this Friday and Saturday.

This weekend will also host a barbecue cook-off, Bucket Calf Show, concerts, dancing, tractor pulls, and more.

"I think there is something for everybody, you can come out and entertain your family and have some good wholesome fun, whether you are walking through and seeing all the art work the kids have done or you go to the carnival or rodeo or if you just want to walk around the grounds and eat whatever your heart desires," Fort Bend County Fair President Claudia Wright said of fair.

As always, the fair will raise funds for scholarships youth of Fort Bend County, so you can feel good knowing that money spent is going to a good cause.

"It is about these kids and giving back to the community and education is the answer and the more scholarships we can give, the better off our world will be," said Wright.

For directions and information on the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds visit the fair's official site at www.fbcfa.org

Image courtesy of The Fort Bend Sun

Source: Fort Bend Sun and fbcfa.org

Imagination Campus Offers School-Age Fun for Lakemont Kids

Daphne Hager — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Are you looking for a place where your child can learn and explore the world in a safe, yet diverse environment? If so, then join other Lakemont families in welcoming Imagination Campus - the “Ultimate Intelligence Raising Environment.” Imagination Campus offers a safe and friendly environment and is proud to be named the first Texas eco-healthy childcare and preschool by the OEC environmental council.

The campus offers daily childcare and schooling for children, birth through Kindergarten, to give them not just a head start but a leap in learning. Each curriculum is specially created and geared towards the unique stage of development your child is in. As your child grows, the curriculum changes to provide age appropriate and individually tailored classes which stress critical thinking through a globally oriented curriculum. Over time they learn about language and grammar, math, art, and technology to name a few. They even begin hearing French, Spanish and Mandarin at age two, with language classes starting at age three – always learning at their own pace in an encouraging academic environment.

Once they’ve entered grade school children can still take part in the academic programs through the After School Enrichment Program. Imagination Campus provides transportation from five Lakemont area schools throughout the school year. The program includes a healthy snack and time to do homework with the help of imagination counselors, followed by fun, relaxing activities based on a themed module which changes every three weeks (e.g. cooking or learning about matter) to increase their knowledge and understanding of the world.

Lakemont residents that do not attend Imagination Campus can still take part in the enriching activities offered through workshops and events. Imagination Campus even hosts birthday parties and offers summer camps for area children.

Upcoming Events:

September 24: Art from Far Far Away (FREE Family Event) September 25: Movie Director’s Workshop - Lamar CISD Day Off ($55 Ages 5-12) October 2: Imagination Spy Clinic – Katy ISD Half Day Off ($35 Ages 5-12) October 12: Movie Director’s Workshop – Katy ISD Full Day Off ($55 Ages 5-12) October 8: Imagination Spy Clinic – Lamar CISD Half Day Off ($35 Ages 5-12) October 9: Bon Appetit! – Lamar CISD Half Day Off ($35 Ages 5-12) October 23: Pee Wee Boo Ball (FREE Family Event, 6-8:30pm)

Reservations are required.

For more information on how your family can benefit and take part please visit www.ImaginationCampus.com

Millie Bush Dog Park

Daphne Hager — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 05:00:00 +0100

One of the treasured sites for dog-lovers in West Houston is the Millie Bush Dog park, located in George Bush Park at 16756 Westheimer Parkway. Lakemont dog owners will find this retreat, named the Number One Dog Park in the Nation by Novartis and Dog Fancy Magazine and the Best of Houston dog park in 2006 and 2007, the perfect place to let your loved one off-leash in a safe environment while you socialize, jog, or relax.

Features

The amount of Dog Parks is on the rise in the Houston area, with around 30 completed, under construction, or planned for development. With this rise comes a variety of competitive features, giving your pet more in their experience.

"Amenities" include:

Thirteen acresDouble gated & fencedPick up bagsLarge and small dog areas with large and small fire hydrants)Doggie swimming pondsWater fountainsDoggie showersShade areasBenchesScattered treesWalking pathParking LotPicnic benches outside the park
The Millie Bush Dog Park and surrounding George Bush Park make for a full day of fun for the entire family. Children will enjoy playing with the pets in a fun outdoor environment, while men can venture off around the area and perhaps visit the nearby shooting range.

Before visiting, be sure to read the Houston Dog Parks' Awareness article, to familiarize yourself with the community's expectations.

Source: HoustonDogPark.org