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4-F Bass Club Katy      
The 4-F Bass Club was founded in 1993 in Katy, Texas by a group of fishing buddies who wanted a club that is fun to fish in. Hence the name 4-F (Friends Fishing For Fun). We strive to maintain the following charactersics: Low Cost, Companionship, Simple rules, No Cash or Expensive Prizes, and most of all...Fun. We typically meet from 7:00pm to 8:00pm on the first Thursday of each month (except December) in a conference room at the Katy Mills Bass Pro Shop.
   
Alkek Velodrome      
The Alkek Velodrome is a 333meter, concrete track. Its banking ranges from 33 degrees in the turns to 9 degrees in the straights. It was built in 1986 and has held everything from Junior Regionals to Olympic Qualifiers.
   
American Business Women Association      
Katy Charter Chapter of the American Business Women's Association meets the second Tuesday of the month at 6pm at Hasta la Pasta on Grand Parkway. Guests are $25.00 for the meeting which includes dinner. Contact us by noon on Monday to make reservations.
   
Angel Food Ministries      
Angel Food Ministries is a non-profit, non-denominational organization dedicated to providing quality groceries at deeply discounted prices since 1994. Angel Food feeds over 500,000 families a month across 35 states and is now available to your family through First Christian Church of Katy. Angel Food's groceries are sold once per month in a quantity that can fit into a medium-sized box. A box averages 18 food items for only $30 per box. Each month's menu is different than the previous month and consists of both fresh and frozen items with an average retail value of approximately $60. Generally, one unit of food assists in feeding a family of four for about one week or a single senior citizen for almost a month. For information about ordering or participating contact First Christian Church. For more information about the program contact Angel Food Ministries.
   
Boy Scout Pack 545      
For more details on how your son can join this exciting pack, please contact Membership Coordinator Wendy Freaney at 545@Hotmail.Com for more information.
   
Charity's Animal Rescue & Shelter (CARS)      
We have dogs and puppies available for adoption. We take in abandoned, abused, neglected and unwanted animals. Every animal that comes in is seen by our vet for a health check as well as any testing that needs to be done. They are also spayed or neutered and vaccinated before going to their forever home.
   
Child Advocates      
Child Advocates, Inc. mobilizes court appointed volunteers to break the vicious cycle of child abuse. We speak up for abused children who are lost in the system and guide them into safe environments where they can thrive. Very simply, our organization trains and supports volunteers. Volunteers who make a difference in the lives of children. These volunteers are assigned to the cases of children who have been victims of life-threatening abuse or neglect and - as a result - have been placed in protective custody. Our volunteers contact caseworkers, interview parents, ensure necessary medical care, look out for educational interests and make recommendations in court regarding the permanent placement of the child. They dry tears and give hugs and throw birthday parties too. Most importantly, they serve as a "constant" person for that child to count on during a very tumultuous time.
   
Cinco Ranch Chapter of BNI      
meet every Tuesday morning from 7 – 8:30 a.m. at The Falcon Point Country Club. This is a gathering of professionals who meet weekly to learn more about each others business and to help each other by word of mouth referrals. We invite anyone to our meetings who would like to learn more about BNI and to see if this would be advantageous to help them increase their business.
Contact Christi Borden at 832-368-5953    
Civil Air Patrol Thunderbird Composite Squadron      
We are the official auxiliary of the United States Air Force and are a multifunctional volunteer organization that serves America with a spirit of dedication and commitment.
   
Family Friends      
Family Friends works under the umbrella program of Family to Family Network. We match adult volunteers with a family who has a child with disabilities to become a mentor to the child and offer the family extra support. It is a wonderful program that helps both the family and the volunteer in many ways. We provide a fun training program and accompany the Volunteer to the first meetings with the family. We have several families on our waiting list in the Katy area that would love to have a special Family Friend, there may be others that would be interested in our program.
Call Carolyn or Joanie at 713 466-6304    
Family to Family Network      
An organization dedicated to helping families of children with disabilities by providing information, training, referral and support. We reach out to many with the Family Friends Program. See how you can become involved with Family Friends. Website: http://www.familytofamilynetwork.org/
   
Fort Bend House of Hope      
Fort Bend House of Hope offers a Christ-centered six-month non-residential program for struggling teens (ages 13 to 18) and their parents in the Katy area. We use a sliding scale for weekly fees (Books are an additional cost). We offer: 1. Weekly - Biblical counseling for teen and parents 2. Weekly - Prayer for teen and parents 3. Parenting classes, FAMILY Rules and weekly support group 4. Character building class for teens and weekly support group We also do Saturday workshops using FAMILY Rules as a parenting workshop to help empower parents to parent with purpose. We will be glad to present a workshop for your school, church, civic or parent group. This is a great system to start your children from six years up to teach respect for authority in the home and the community. Check our website for more information. For more information about our program and workshops, contact Janeen Smith at 832.372.8603, janeen5391@comcast.net or go to our website
   
Friends of Maude Marks Library      
The Friends of Maud Marks Library is a nonprofit organization made up of volunteers dedicated to encouraging greater use of the Maud Marks Library and its services. Since 1984 this organization has provided various programs for children and adults, services, books and equipment to the library and com-munity.
Contact@MaudMarksFriends.org    
Greater Katy Area Panhellenic Group      
We are a group of National Panhellenic Sorority Alumnae that meet the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. We meet in the Katy MUD Bldg, off Cimmarron Pkwy and Mason Rd. October is "Think Pink" month and November is our Potluck Dinner. Join us for fun, food and sisterhood! For membership or more information, please visit our website at www.katypanhellenic.org
   
Greater Katy Exchange Club      
EXchange, America's Service Club, is a group of men and women working together to make our community better places to live through programs of service in Americanism, Community Service, Youth Activities, and its national project, the Prevention of Child Abuse. The Greater Katy Exchange Club www.KatyExchangeClub.com Katy, Texas is part of the National Exchange Club
   
Houston Christian Chamber of Commerce      
Houston Christian Chamber of Commerce welcomes guests and new members to one of the only Chamber of Commerce’s www.houstonchristiancc.org/ in Houston, West Houston, and Katy that is strictly Christian businesses and individuals networking with other Christians. They meet monthly. Cost: $20.00 non-members, $10.00 for bronze members and free for silver, gold, and platinum members.
http://www.houstonchristiancc.org/    
Houston West ZTA Alumnae Group      
We are a fun, diverse group of ZTA alumnae that meet once a month in the Katy/Cy-Fair area. For membership or more information, please email us at houstonwestzta@yahoo.com
   
INHOUSTON Katy Business Networking      
A large number of business professionals, business owners, investors, realtors, executives, marketing professionals, net weavers, individuals, and other professionals attend this event each month for business professional mixing, building business relationships and net weaving. Door prizes and name badge sponsors are welcome. Bring a lot of business cards and be ready to netweave. In-Houston Katy meets the second Tuesday of each month. Location: Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill ww.vidalocakaty.com , 21810 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, TX. Costs: No cover mixer with drink specials 3:30 PM-7:00 PM. Draft $1.00, Margaritas $2.00.
   
Katherine Tyra Branch Library at Bear Creek      
16719 Clay Road Houston, TX 77084 All programs are free and open to the public. For information about our weekly and monthly programs and special evets, please click here.
281-550-0885    
Katy Area Artists      
Katy Area Artists (KAA) is a non-profit artists group which seeks to educate and mentor adult artists (age 16 and older), and build a supportive arts community in Katy. This is accomplished through monthly meetings featuring artist workshops and demonstrations, art exhibitions and competitions, and art mentoring sessions. Katy Area Artists is a member league of the Lone Start Art Guild. Through this our members are connected with a wide array of artistic opportunities throughout southeastern Texas. Meetings are free and open to the public Find out what is going on : www.katyareaartists.org
281-224-9044    
Katy Area Democrats      
The Katy Area Democrats is an organization whose purpose is to promote, support, and serve the Democrats of the Katy area. We believe that the Democratic Party needs to continue its historic role as a political party that promotes social justice and the needs of all people. As a club, we try to keep the Katy area community informed of the Democratic Party and its principles. We are open to all people who are interested in helping to forward our goals. We meet the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
katydems@hotmail.com    
Katy Area Parents of Multiples      
A non-profit organization that was created for parents of (or expectant parents of) twins, triplets, or more. Meetings are held the 2nd Monday of each month at Crosspoint Community Church, 700 S. Westgreen Blvd (at the corner of Kingsland and Westgreen). We meet in "The Warehouse" which is the junior high building behind the church. The new and expectant moms forum meets at 6:30pm and general membership meets at 7pm. We have children's socials and family get-togethers throughout the year, as well as monthly playdates. There are also 2 Buy and Sells a year (a good place to find clothing, toys, and equipment for your multiples and usually held in March and September). Dues are currently set at $32.00 a year. KAPOM members will receive our monthly newsletter, The Matched Set Gazette, which is published 11 months of the year, are allowed to sell items in the club's Buy and Sells, and participate in all social functions. KAPOM membership also includes membership in the Texas Mothers of Multiples (TMOM) and the National Organization of Mothers of Twins Clubs, Inc. (NOMOTC). Andrea Reynolds at kapom@kapom.org
Shanna Trcka at kapom@kapom.org    
Katy Area Singles for the Arts      
Are you single in the suburbs and sometimes feel surrounded by minivans? Do you love the Arts and want to meet other unattached people who want to sample some of the diverse cultural events that the city of Houston has to offer? Join Houston Arts, an online community for singles in the Katy and West Houston area and venture out for theater, dance, music and fine dining.
Contact Catherine.Gauldin@gte.net    
Katy Area Small Business Network      
Build relationships and Network with small business owners in the area. No cost to become a member! Meets the first Tuesday of the month from 8:00 a.m. until 9:15 a.m. Location: Sterling Bank 20045 Katy Freeway I-10 and Fry Road in the Conn's shopping center on the Fry Access Road Contact Jenifer Stockdick, 713-507-7130 or John Briley at 281-345-0400 Free Continental Breakfast and Door Prizes!
Details: www.dgurka.com, dgurka@dgurka.com    
Katy Cavalier Lacrosse      
Established in 2004, we are the oldest lacrosse club in Katy. The club consists of 45-50 players on three different teams - and 8th grade team, a 7th grade team and a team consisting of 4th, 5th, and 6th graders.
   
Katy Challenger Baseball      
Challenger Baseball is designed specifically for kids with special needs. Games are typically 1 hour in length and happen each weekend at Katy American Little League Fields.
   
Katy Christian Ministeries      
Katy Christian Ministries, KCM, is a Social Service non-profit agency serving the Katy, West Houston, Fulshear/Simonton Communities, which began with 2 churches in the early 1980's and is now a coalition of 37 Church's. KCM includes Social Service Offices, to help those with emergency financial assistance, in Katy and Fulshear along with Food Pantries and Crisis Center's. The Crisis Center offers support to those who are victims of Domestic Violence or Sexual Assault. KCM also has 2 Resale stores, one on Mason Rd, behind Chick-Fil-A and another on 1st St in old Katy. For more information or to volunteer please visit our website at www.ktcm.org.
   
Katy Christian Women’s Connection      
The Katy Christian Women's Connection is a gathering of women from all denominations for fun, food, and fellowship. We offer Bible Studies, prayer coffees, and we gather for luncheons that feature guest musicians, a special feature, and a guest speaker with an inspiring message. We are affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries
KatyCWC@gmail.com    
Katy Coogs Alumni Club      
We are University of Houston Alumni living in West Houston Area (Katy, Cy-Fair, Spring Branch, Alief, Memorial, etc.). Katy Coogs' Thursday's will be held the 2nd Thursday of each month to promote the University of Houston and provide alumni a place to network with other local cougars. Networking, good food, and loads of fun! For more info, please contact: Rom Crespo President/Founder Katy Coogs Alumni Club romcrespo@sbcglobal.net or visit our website www.katycoogs.com
   
Katy Farmer's Market      
Local vendors provide locally grown, organic, and toxic free produce and other items every Saturday 9-1 at LaCenterra
   
Katy Film Festival      
The Katy Film Festival will be a family oriented event that will raise awareness of the talents and abilities of creative people in our community and offer exposure of community-minded businesses to the populace. We would like also to raise financial support and encouragement for the formal education of Katy Visual Arts students from participation, purchases and sponsorships. Once arrangements have been solidified we will announce the recipient organization. We are also working on a scholarship program for the most astute young artists.
info@katyfilmfestival.com    
Katy Fresh Produce Market      
Katy Fresh Produce Market is a Farmer's Market providing high-quality, fresh produce. We are open 6 days a week and stock as much loacally grown product as we can get our hands on and is seasonally available.
5026 E. Third Street Katy    
Katy Heritage Arts Center      
is located in the Stockdick Home at Katy Hertiage Park and is open the first Saturday of every month. The Arts Center hosts cultural arts events and sells original artwork and unique crafts made by artists in Katy. Stop by the first Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and see art demonstrations, historical theater presentations and new artwork on display. All purchases benefit ARTreach Programs serving the elderly and special needs adults and children in Katy and the Katy Heritage Society community outreach programs
   
Katy High School Alumni Association      
The mission of the Katy High School Alumni Association is to support Katy High School in its pursuit of excellence in teaching. We wish to create, foster, and nurture a mutually beneficial relationship among Katy High School, its students and its alumni.
   
Katy Lacrosse Club      
High School age young men living in the ‘zoned’ area of Katy High School, either attending public, private or being home schooled may become a member of this team. Lacrosse is the fastest growing sport among Jr. and Sr. High programs in Texas. Always known as a ‘cold climate’ sport and played for so many years up North, Lacrosse has broken lose in Houston and surrounding areas in the last 10 years. Most, if not all programs and Clubs at the High School level belong to two very established organizations which oversee the sport, keeping it very well organized and professionally run. Take a look at US Lacrosse at www.uslacrosse.org and Texas High School Lacrosse League at www.thsll.org and you can learn about local teams that compete here by clicking South District. We often hear so much about football, especially in Katy, but the sport of Lacrosse is just as demanding if not more so in regards to specific skills, such as speed, agility, coordination, and endurance is often likened to many techniques known in soccer, basketball and hockey. The plus about Lacrosse is you don’t have to compete with hundreds of other players on a team to get field time. With usually between 25-40 players in a program, combined with dedication and hard work, you get all the field time you want.
   
Katy Library      
The Katy Library is located at 5414 Franz Road. 281-391-3509 All programs are free and open to the public. All programs are free and open to the public. For information about our weekly and monthly programs and special evets, please Click Here.
5414 Franz Road 77493    
Katy Lunch Bunch      
The Lunch Bunch meets the last Thursday of every month, and our purpose is to network and help each other grow our businesses. There is no membership dues or fees, and we only ask that you get to KNOW the Lunch Bunch members to a point that you would feel very comfortable using them for your personal uses and also referring them to your clients, associates, family members, etc. We invite YOU to help us grow the Katy Lunch Bunch!
   
Katy Moms      
Support group and online message board for moms and moms-to-be residing in the Katy area (Katy and Cy-fair ISD). Katy Moms was created by two local moms to foster friendship and support as well as facilitate group events such as playdates, Moms Night Out, Recipe Club, Book Club, Hobby/Scrapbooking Club, Walking Group, Lunch Meet Ups, and more! Our online message board includes forums such as Parent Chat; The Mommy Lounge; Mom's Kitchen; Health, Fitness, and Beauty; TTC & Pregnancy; News, Art & Literature; The Game Room; Product/Service Reviews; For Sale/Freecycle; Local Events & Travel, and more! This group does not charge membership dues, is hosted using a free online program, and is coordinated by unpaid volunteers (the two of us). Please visit us at www.katymoms.org to read more about the group and to register for membership (we keep our board private to unregistered guests to protect our member's privacy). Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at If you are not yet a resident of Katy, but are relocating to the area soon, please feel free to join!
katymoms@gmail.com    
Katy Music Teachers Association      
KMTA is a group of piano, keyboard, organ, flute, group piano, violin and voice teachers located in the Katy area. We are dedicated to excellence in music teaching, fostering further education for teachers and offering activities and opportunities for students and its members. The organization is affiliated with the Texas Music Teachers Association and the Music Teachers National Association. Our goal is to raise and enrich the quality of music education.
   
Katy Parents of the Gifted and Talented      
The mission of Katy Parents of Gifted and Talented is to promote the welfare of gifted and talented students by empowering KISD Families and educators with information, resources, tools, and voice to ensure opportunities that encourage gifted students' passion for learning.
   
Katy Pony Baseball      
Our organization is celebrating its 21st year as Katy's finest youth baseball program. We are a registered non-profit organization dedicated to provide the best youth baseball experience possible. Our players range in age from 4 to 16. We offer two types of league play -- Regular League is more recreational and is designed for individuals; Open League is more competitive and is designed for independent teams. Registration is held in January for the Spring season and August for the Fall season
   
Katy Prairie Conservancy      
Our mission is to preserve, protect, and enhance critical and sustainable portions of the Katy Prairie ecosystem
   
Katy Prairie Promenaders Square Dancing II      
The Katy Prairie Promenaders Square Dance club was organized in 1970. We are a member of the Houston Square and Round Dance Council. We are one of approximately 40 square dance clubs in the greater Houston area. The Promenaders have approximately 60 members ranging in age from teenagers to early 80's. Members live in Katy, Pattison, Bellville and West Houston. Club dues are $15.00/person per month or $30.00/couple per month. Lessons are $4.00/person per lesson. Lessons run for 15 weeks. We meet at the Westland Baptist Church gym at 1407 W. Grand Parkway South, Katy, Texas 77494.
   
Katy Rocks      
Life is too short so get out and enjoy it. Mix, mingle, socialize, and network with singles ages 35+ or those that prefer to hang out with the over forty crowd. We have a variety of events each month such as; dinner & dancing, movies, girls night out, themed parties, picnics, weekend get-a-ways, recreational activies, daytrips, and more. For more details: http://www.meetup.com/Katy-Rocks/
   
Katy Toastmasters      
If you would like to improve your communication and listening skills in a fun, supportive atmosphere, come to Katy Toastmasters. Members present speeches, conduct portions of the meeting, evaluate one another, and speak extemporaneously, and guests are always welcome. We also have speech contests twice a year. One of our members, Deborah Cerkovnik, won both the International Speech and Table Topics Contests for Division N, and placed second and third in these contests at the District 56 level in October and November. We meet the first three Thursdays of each month at the Carriage Inn, 1400 Katy Flewellen Road, Katy, TX 77494. Contact lindacbg@sbcglobal.net for more information.
   
Katy Valkyries Girls Lacrosse      
Competitive games begin in February. Website: www.katyvalkyries.com. Contact Mike Jones at 713 301-0896 or Liz Jones at 281 578-8439 for more information. Lacrosse, the fastest game on two feet! Come out and try it!
   
Katy Visual and Performing Arts Center      
KVPAC is a nonprofit organization annually serving more than 12,000 children, youth and adults through its community outreach programs and events. We are located in the Great Southwest Equestrian Center, 2501 Mason Road #290, Katy, TX 44450.
Contact KVPAC 281-829-2787    
Katy Youth Basketball      
Katy Youth Basketball is a registered non-profit organization devoted to providing a basketball program open to all students residing within the Katy ISD boundaries who are 6 years to 13 years of age.
   
Ladies Golf Group      
Attention Lady Golfers - Please join us for a different golf outing every Wednesday morning. We are a small, fun group playing mostly arount the west Houston/Katy area. For information, please email golfinggals@yahoo.com.
golfinggals@yahoo.com    
Moms Club of Katy South east      
Do you ever feel like you're the only mom who stays home? While being an at-home mother is rewarding, it can also be lonely. The MOMS Club (Moms Offering Moms Support) is a support group specifically for mothers who have chosen to stay home to raise their children. Local chapters offer scheduled activities, all which take place during the day when at-home moms most need support. Our calendar includes activities such as weekly (age-appropriate) playgroups, park days, group outings, book club, mom and tot lunch, family events, community service projects, mom's night out and more! Of course, children are encouraged to come along and moms may attend as many or as few activities as are appropriate for her family. For additional information e-mail momsclubkatyse@yahoo.com or call 832-640-6993
momsclubkatyse@yahoo.com    
Moms club of Katy South East      
Are you looking for someone who has as many stains on their shirt as you do? Are you interested in finding some friends for your little one to hang out with instead of making more artwork on your wall? If you live East of Mason Road, South of Highland Knolls, and North of the Westpark Tollway, then join us for fun activities, playgroups, field trips, ideas, and support! Moms and any age kids are welcome! Moms Offering Moms Support of Katy-South East is a chapter of the International MOMS club. Please contact Becky Schulenberg for details at 281.799.5172 or momsclubkatyse@yahoo.com
   
Monday's with Mommy      
A free series of events and activities for parents and preschoolers ages birth to 5 years old. The 2009 “Mondays with Mommy” will be held on the second Monday of each month from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and feature a wide range of topics. All moms groups welcome. While “Mommy” is in the title, dads, grandparents and guardians are welcome to attend. Each “Mondays with Mommy” event will include a “pay it forward” opportunity offering parents and kids a chance to give back to the community.
   
Moxie Moms      
Moxie Moms is a network of moms AND friends, fun & fitness. We partner with local businesses that provide at LEAST a 15% discount for Moxie Moms members. Imagine saving money at kid-friendly businesses all around town, such as: Gymboree, Houston Swim Club, Double Dave’s Pizza, Stroller Fit, and Katy Kips Gymnastics, just to name a few! For a complete list of our business partners see our website at: http://www.moxie-moms.com/txkaty . We also hold kid friendly and mom friendly events!You’ll want to join the nearly 350 other Katy Moxie Moms who have found a resource for services, events, savings, and communication among moms, in the Katy area.
Contact Kathy@moxie-mom.com Kristi@moxie-moms.com    
Nottingham Country Garden Club      
We meet the first Thursday of every month and are open to all intereted gardeners in Katy.
   
Relay for Life--American Cancer Society      
Our goal is for the Katy Relay to be #1 in the State of Texas!! If you’d like to make a donation or if you are interested in becoming involved with ou relay, please contact kimpossible77218@gmail.com
Contact kimpossible77218@gmail.com    
Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation      
As a nonprofit organization in operation for 30 years, TWRC serves the community as an emergency facility for native Texas wildlife brought to us by the public. Our mission is to rehabilitate and release orphaned, injured and ill Texas wildlife and to provide education and instruction in wildlife rehabilitation and conservation. TWRC is currently in need of volunteers willing to commit time in the care and feeding of these animals and help staff the wildlife center. We have programs that take a volunteer through various levels of training and hands-on experience. We welcome your participation in any of our areas of service: rehabilitation, on-site baby bird and mammal feeding program, public education, fundraising, data entry, and/or center support. Email Terry Garner at membership@twrc-houston.org or dial 713-468-8972 ext 158. We are located at 10801 Hammerly Blvd., Suite 200, 77043. Website: http://www.twrc-houston.org.
   
The Houston Metro Go Texan Committee-Katy      
A subcommittee of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. We are a non-profit 501(C)(3) organization benefiting youth and supporting education. We host 4-5 events a year to raise money for the HLS&R scholarship fund. Last year we gave out $120,000 in scholarships. www.HLSR.com
   
West Houston Aquadic League      
The West Houston Aquatic League (WHALe) is a recreational summer league whose main purpose is to give children an opportunity to participate in organized swimming. The primary emphasis is in individual improvement and achievement. Sportmanship is emphasized for all participants, children, and adults
   
West Houston Romance Writers      
Workshops, peer interaction and comraderie for writers interested in the romance genre (includes young adult, suspense, mystery, paranormal, inspirational, historical and contemporary sub-genres). We meet the 2nd Saturday of the month January - November at Memorial Drive Christian Church, 11750 Memorial Drive, Houston, 77024.
   

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