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Events in January 2023

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1 6:30 am: Katy Area Events for January 2023 6:30 am: Katy Area Events for January 2023 6:30 am – 6:30 pm Jan 1, 2023 What: Farmers Market at LaCenterra When: Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023 Start: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm Where: La Centerra at Cinco Ranch, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Katy TX Description: Local vendors and artisans selling honey, cheese, fresh eggs, seasonal vegetables and much more. More information: 281-395-5533 What: Katy NetWorth Business Network Monthly Mixer When: Thursday Jan. 19, 2023 Start: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Where: Baker St. Pub and Grill, 23502 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Suite A150, Katy TX Description: Open to Public Professionals: We are looking for Community Leaders, Local Business Owners More information: 832-646-2886 What: Songbirds Singing Group When: Monday, Jan. 2, 6 2023 Start: 5:00 – 6:00 pm Where: Katy Fussell Senior Citizen Center, 5370 E. Fifth St, Katy TX Description: No musical talent is required to sing along with our Songbirds group! More information: www.cityofkaty.com What: First Day Hikes When: New Year’s Day Start: Sunrise – till Dark Where: Galveston Island State Park Brazos Bend State Park Huntsville State Park Bastrop State Park Description: First Day Hikes is a nation-wide program to encourage hiking on New Year’s Day. Begin 2023 with a sunrise walk on the beach at Galveston Island State Park; join in the annual First Day Hike at Brazos Bend State Park, Huntsville State Park, and Bastrop State Park. More information: tpwd.texas.gov/calendar/first-day-hikes What: Southeast Branch TX-APWA Monthly Meeting When: Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023 Start: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Where: Katy Civic Center, 910 Ave. C, Katy TX Description: Please join us for the January General Membership Meeting at the City of Katy. APWA is a not-for-profit, international educational and professional association of public individuals dedicated to providing high quality public works goods and services. More information: texas.apwa.net More 1:30 pm: Katy Area Calendar of Events for January 1:30 pm: Katy Area Calendar of Events for January 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Jan 1, 2023 What: Family Fun! Pick Your Favorite Puppy When: January 1, 2023 Start: Sunday 1:30 – 3:00 pm Where: 2020 S Fry Rd, Suite E, Katy Tx Description: Paint your favorite puppy, 16x20 canvas, $25; framed 16x20 canvas, $38; 16x20 wood plank board, $38. Under 18 welcome. We do not allow drop offs. Painters under the age of 6 must be assisted by an adult. More information: katy@paintingwithatwist.com What: Katy Cruizers Club Meeting and Dinner When: Monday, Jan. 9, 2023 Start: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Where: Midway BBQ, 6025 Hwy Blvd, Katy TX Description: Katy Cruizers is a values-base antique car club that prides itself in being one of the most active car clubs in the west Houston area. We are an active regional chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America. Please join us for the first regular meeting of the new year. Be sure to mention the club and Midway extends a discount meal. More Information: katycruizers.aaca.com What: The Katy Pie Run When: Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023 Start: 7:30 am – 12:00 pm Where: The Fellowship, 22765 Westheimer, Katy TX Description: 10K, 5K, 3K runs. Proceeds benefit PTSD Foundation of America and Houston’s own Camp Hope. Pie tastings every 1K on the courses; a huge brunch and pie buffet after your race. Participation medals for each participant. More Information: Katypierun.com What: Garages and Gearheads When: Sunday, Jan 22, 2023 Start: 9:00 – 11:00 am Where: Garages of Texas, 1435 FM 1463, Katy, TX Description: Garages of Texas offers state-of-the art facilities for your vehicle and your passion. Join us and design your motor vehicle man-cave. More Information: 866-716-2803, garagesoftexas.com What: Networking Breakfast, Katy Christian Chamber of Commerce When: Friday, Jan. 21, 2023 Start: 7:00 am – 8:30 am Description: Katy Christian Chamber of Commerce is the place where Christian businesses meet. Our Networking Breakfasts are always held on the 3rd Friday of the month. This group is all about commerce and faith. More Information: 281-560-3898 More	2 5:00 pm: Katy Area Events for January 2023 5:00 pm: Katy Area Events for January 2023 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Jan 2, 2023 What: Farmers Market at LaCenterra When: Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023 Start: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm Where: La Centerra at Cinco Ranch, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Katy TX Description: Local vendors and artisans selling honey, cheese, fresh eggs, seasonal vegetables and much more. More information: 281-395-5533 What: Katy NetWorth Business Network Monthly Mixer When: Thursday Jan. 19, 2023 Start: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Where: Baker St. Pub and Grill, 23502 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Suite A150, Katy TX Description: Open to Public Professionals: We are looking for Community Leaders, Local Business Owners More information: 832-646-2886 What: Songbirds Singing Group When: Monday, Jan. 2, 6 2023 Start: 5:00 – 6:00 pm Where: Katy Fussell Senior Citizen Center, 5370 E. Fifth St, Katy TX Description: No musical talent is required to sing along with our Songbirds group! More information: www.cityofkaty.com What: First Day Hikes When: New Year’s Day Start: Sunrise – till Dark Where: Galveston Island State Park Brazos Bend State Park Huntsville State Park Bastrop State Park Description: First Day Hikes is a nation-wide program to encourage hiking on New Year’s Day. Begin 2023 with a sunrise walk on the beach at Galveston Island State Park; join in the annual First Day Hike at Brazos Bend State Park, Huntsville State Park, and Bastrop State Park. More information: tpwd.texas.gov/calendar/first-day-hikes What: Southeast Branch TX-APWA Monthly Meeting When: Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023 Start: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Where: Katy Civic Center, 910 Ave. C, Katy TX Description: Please join us for the January General Membership Meeting at the City of Katy. APWA is a not-for-profit, international educational and professional association of public individuals dedicated to providing high quality public works goods and services. More information: texas.apwa.net More	3	4 2:00 pm: Learning English? Get Practice At Libraries’ Esl Conversation Circles 2:00 pm: Learning English? Get Practice At Libraries’ Esl Conversation Circles 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Jan 4, 2023 Are you learning to speak English? Would you like some practice in a casual, informal atmosphere? Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “ESL Conversation Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to gather in a relaxed setting, and discuss topics of their own choosing while practicing their English skills. The ESL Conversation Circles will take place at multiple locations in the Fort Bend County library system in January. Reservations are NOT required. The schedule is as follows: Mission Bend Branch Library– 8421 Addicks Clodine Road o Wednesdays, January 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2:00-3:00 pm, Meeting Room. Cinco Ranch Branch Library– 2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy o Fridays, January 6, 13, and 20, 2:00-3:00 pm, Multi-purpose Room. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the ESL/Adult Literacy Department at George Memorial Library (281-341-2652), the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311) or the Mission Bend Branch Library (832-471-5900). More	5	6	7
8 10:30 am: Katy Area Events for January 2023 10:30 am: Katy Area Events for January 2023 10:30 am – 1:30 pm Jan 8, 2023 What: Farmers Market at LaCenterra When: Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023 Start: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm Where: La Centerra at Cinco Ranch, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Katy TX Description: Local vendors and artisans selling honey, cheese, fresh eggs, seasonal vegetables and much more. More information: 281-395-5533 What: Katy NetWorth Business Network Monthly Mixer When: Thursday Jan. 19, 2023 Start: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Where: Baker St. Pub and Grill, 23502 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Suite A150, Katy TX Description: Open to Public Professionals: We are looking for Community Leaders, Local Business Owners More information: 832-646-2886 What: Songbirds Singing Group When: Monday, Jan. 2, 6 2023 Start: 5:00 – 6:00 pm Where: Katy Fussell Senior Citizen Center, 5370 E. Fifth St, Katy TX Description: No musical talent is required to sing along with our Songbirds group! More information: www.cityofkaty.com What: First Day Hikes When: New Year’s Day Start: Sunrise – till Dark Where: Galveston Island State Park Brazos Bend State Park Huntsville State Park Bastrop State Park Description: First Day Hikes is a nation-wide program to encourage hiking on New Year’s Day. Begin 2023 with a sunrise walk on the beach at Galveston Island State Park; join in the annual First Day Hike at Brazos Bend State Park, Huntsville State Park, and Bastrop State Park. More information: tpwd.texas.gov/calendar/first-day-hikes What: Southeast Branch TX-APWA Monthly Meeting When: Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023 Start: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Where: Katy Civic Center, 910 Ave. C, Katy TX Description: Please join us for the January General Membership Meeting at the City of Katy. APWA is a not-for-profit, international educational and professional association of public individuals dedicated to providing high quality public works goods and services. More information: texas.apwa.net More	9 7:00 pm: Katy Area Calendar of Events for January 7:00 pm: Katy Area Calendar of Events for January 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Jan 9, 2023 What: Family Fun! Pick Your Favorite Puppy When: January 1, 2023 Start: Sunday 1:30 – 3:00 pm Where: 2020 S Fry Rd, Suite E, Katy Tx Description: Paint your favorite puppy, 16x20 canvas, $25; framed 16x20 canvas, $38; 16x20 wood plank board, $38. Under 18 welcome. We do not allow drop offs. Painters under the age of 6 must be assisted by an adult. More information: katy@paintingwithatwist.com What: Katy Cruizers Club Meeting and Dinner When: Monday, Jan. 9, 2023 Start: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Where: Midway BBQ, 6025 Hwy Blvd, Katy TX Description: Katy Cruizers is a values-base antique car club that prides itself in being one of the most active car clubs in the west Houston area. We are an active regional chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America. Please join us for the first regular meeting of the new year. Be sure to mention the club and Midway extends a discount meal. More Information: katycruizers.aaca.com What: The Katy Pie Run When: Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023 Start: 7:30 am – 12:00 pm Where: The Fellowship, 22765 Westheimer, Katy TX Description: 10K, 5K, 3K runs. Proceeds benefit PTSD Foundation of America and Houston’s own Camp Hope. Pie tastings every 1K on the courses; a huge brunch and pie buffet after your race. Participation medals for each participant. More Information: Katypierun.com What: Garages and Gearheads When: Sunday, Jan 22, 2023 Start: 9:00 – 11:00 am Where: Garages of Texas, 1435 FM 1463, Katy, TX Description: Garages of Texas offers state-of-the art facilities for your vehicle and your passion. Join us and design your motor vehicle man-cave. More Information: 866-716-2803, garagesoftexas.com What: Networking Breakfast, Katy Christian Chamber of Commerce When: Friday, Jan. 21, 2023 Start: 7:00 am – 8:30 am Description: Katy Christian Chamber of Commerce is the place where Christian businesses meet. Our Networking Breakfasts are always held on the 3rd Friday of the month. This group is all about commerce and faith. More Information: 281-560-3898 More	10	11 2:00 pm: Learning English? Get Practice At Libraries’ Esl Conversation Circles 2:00 pm: Learning English? Get Practice At Libraries’ Esl Conversation Circles 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Jan 11, 2023 Are you learning to speak English? Would you like some practice in a casual, informal atmosphere? Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “ESL Conversation Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to gather in a relaxed setting, and discuss topics of their own choosing while practicing their English skills. The ESL Conversation Circles will take place at multiple locations in the Fort Bend County library system in January. Reservations are NOT required. The schedule is as follows: Mission Bend Branch Library– 8421 Addicks Clodine Road o Wednesdays, January 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2:00-3:00 pm, Meeting Room. Cinco Ranch Branch Library– 2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy o Fridays, January 6, 13, and 20, 2:00-3:00 pm, Multi-purpose Room. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the ESL/Adult Literacy Department at George Memorial Library (281-341-2652), the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311) or the Mission Bend Branch Library (832-471-5900). More	12	13	14 2:00 pm: Get Tips On Wills & Estate Planning At Mission Bend Branch Library 2:00 pm: Get Tips On Wills & Estate Planning At Mission Bend Branch Library 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Jan 14, 2023 Fort Bend County Libraries will present a special program on “Wills & Estate-Planning” on Saturday, January 14, beginning at 2:00 pm, in the Meeting Room at the Mission Bend Branch Library, located at 8421 Addicks Clodine Road in northeast Fort Bend County. Presented by Lena Engelage, an attorney with Lone Star Legal Aid, the program will provide an overview of the advantages of estate planning, as well as the disadvantages of not having a plan. The program will cover wills, probate vs. non-probate assets, declaration of guardianship, statutory durable powers of attorney, medical power of attorney, physician’s directive (aka living wills), HIPAA, disposition of remains, and transfer on death deeds. Engelage received her law degree from the Texas Tech University School of Law, and she is a practicing attorney with Lone Star Legal Aid. She has specialized in the area of Estate Planning and Probate. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the Mission Bend Branch Library (832-471-5900) or the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734). More
15	16	17	18 11:30 am: Katy Area Events for January 2023 11:30 am: Katy Area Events for January 2023 11:30 am – 1:30 pm Jan 18, 2023 What: Farmers Market at LaCenterra When: Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023 Start: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm Where: La Centerra at Cinco Ranch, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Katy TX Description: Local vendors and artisans selling honey, cheese, fresh eggs, seasonal vegetables and much more. More information: 281-395-5533 What: Katy NetWorth Business Network Monthly Mixer When: Thursday Jan. 19, 2023 Start: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Where: Baker St. Pub and Grill, 23502 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Suite A150, Katy TX Description: Open to Public Professionals: We are looking for Community Leaders, Local Business Owners More information: 832-646-2886 What: Songbirds Singing Group When: Monday, Jan. 2, 6 2023 Start: 5:00 – 6:00 pm Where: Katy Fussell Senior Citizen Center, 5370 E. Fifth St, Katy TX Description: No musical talent is required to sing along with our Songbirds group! More information: www.cityofkaty.com What: First Day Hikes When: New Year’s Day Start: Sunrise – till Dark Where: Galveston Island State Park Brazos Bend State Park Huntsville State Park Bastrop State Park Description: First Day Hikes is a nation-wide program to encourage hiking on New Year’s Day. Begin 2023 with a sunrise walk on the beach at Galveston Island State Park; join in the annual First Day Hike at Brazos Bend State Park, Huntsville State Park, and Bastrop State Park. More information: tpwd.texas.gov/calendar/first-day-hikes What: Southeast Branch TX-APWA Monthly Meeting When: Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023 Start: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Where: Katy Civic Center, 910 Ave. C, Katy TX Description: Please join us for the January General Membership Meeting at the City of Katy. APWA is a not-for-profit, international educational and professional association of public individuals dedicated to providing high quality public works goods and services. More information: texas.apwa.net More 2:00 pm: Learning English? Get Practice At Libraries’ Esl Conversation Circles 2:00 pm: Learning English? Get Practice At Libraries’ Esl Conversation Circles 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Jan 18, 2023 Are you learning to speak English? Would you like some practice in a casual, informal atmosphere? Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “ESL Conversation Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to gather in a relaxed setting, and discuss topics of their own choosing while practicing their English skills. The ESL Conversation Circles will take place at multiple locations in the Fort Bend County library system in January. Reservations are NOT required. The schedule is as follows: Mission Bend Branch Library– 8421 Addicks Clodine Road o Wednesdays, January 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2:00-3:00 pm, Meeting Room. Cinco Ranch Branch Library– 2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy o Fridays, January 6, 13, and 20, 2:00-3:00 pm, Multi-purpose Room. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the ESL/Adult Literacy Department at George Memorial Library (281-341-2652), the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311) or the Mission Bend Branch Library (832-471-5900). More	19 5:30 pm: Katy Area Events for January 2023 5:30 pm: Katy Area Events for January 2023 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Jan 19, 2023 What: Farmers Market at LaCenterra When: Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023 Start: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm Where: La Centerra at Cinco Ranch, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Katy TX Description: Local vendors and artisans selling honey, cheese, fresh eggs, seasonal vegetables and much more. More information: 281-395-5533 What: Katy NetWorth Business Network Monthly Mixer When: Thursday Jan. 19, 2023 Start: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Where: Baker St. Pub and Grill, 23502 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Suite A150, Katy TX Description: Open to Public Professionals: We are looking for Community Leaders, Local Business Owners More information: 832-646-2886 What: Songbirds Singing Group When: Monday, Jan. 2, 6 2023 Start: 5:00 – 6:00 pm Where: Katy Fussell Senior Citizen Center, 5370 E. Fifth St, Katy TX Description: No musical talent is required to sing along with our Songbirds group! More information: www.cityofkaty.com What: First Day Hikes When: New Year’s Day Start: Sunrise – till Dark Where: Galveston Island State Park Brazos Bend State Park Huntsville State Park Bastrop State Park Description: First Day Hikes is a nation-wide program to encourage hiking on New Year’s Day. Begin 2023 with a sunrise walk on the beach at Galveston Island State Park; join in the annual First Day Hike at Brazos Bend State Park, Huntsville State Park, and Bastrop State Park. More information: tpwd.texas.gov/calendar/first-day-hikes What: Southeast Branch TX-APWA Monthly Meeting When: Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023 Start: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Where: Katy Civic Center, 910 Ave. C, Katy TX Description: Please join us for the January General Membership Meeting at the City of Katy. APWA is a not-for-profit, international educational and professional association of public individuals dedicated to providing high quality public works goods and services. More information: texas.apwa.net More	20	21 7:00 am: Katy Area Calendar of Events for January 7:00 am: Katy Area Calendar of Events for January 7:00 am – 8:30 am Jan 21, 2023 What: Family Fun! Pick Your Favorite Puppy When: January 1, 2023 Start: Sunday 1:30 – 3:00 pm Where: 2020 S Fry Rd, Suite E, Katy Tx Description: Paint your favorite puppy, 16x20 canvas, $25; framed 16x20 canvas, $38; 16x20 wood plank board, $38. Under 18 welcome. We do not allow drop offs. Painters under the age of 6 must be assisted by an adult. More information: katy@paintingwithatwist.com What: Katy Cruizers Club Meeting and Dinner When: Monday, Jan. 9, 2023 Start: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Where: Midway BBQ, 6025 Hwy Blvd, Katy TX Description: Katy Cruizers is a values-base antique car club that prides itself in being one of the most active car clubs in the west Houston area. We are an active regional chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America. Please join us for the first regular meeting of the new year. Be sure to mention the club and Midway extends a discount meal. More Information: katycruizers.aaca.com What: The Katy Pie Run When: Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023 Start: 7:30 am – 12:00 pm Where: The Fellowship, 22765 Westheimer, Katy TX Description: 10K, 5K, 3K runs. Proceeds benefit PTSD Foundation of America and Houston’s own Camp Hope. Pie tastings every 1K on the courses; a huge brunch and pie buffet after your race. Participation medals for each participant. More Information: Katypierun.com What: Garages and Gearheads When: Sunday, Jan 22, 2023 Start: 9:00 – 11:00 am Where: Garages of Texas, 1435 FM 1463, Katy, TX Description: Garages of Texas offers state-of-the art facilities for your vehicle and your passion. Join us and design your motor vehicle man-cave. More Information: 866-716-2803, garagesoftexas.com What: Networking Breakfast, Katy Christian Chamber of Commerce When: Friday, Jan. 21, 2023 Start: 7:00 am – 8:30 am Description: Katy Christian Chamber of Commerce is the place where Christian businesses meet. Our Networking Breakfasts are always held on the 3rd Friday of the month. This group is all about commerce and faith. More Information: 281-560-3898 More 7:30 am: Katy Area Calendar of Events for January 7:30 am: Katy Area Calendar of Events for January 7:30 am – 12:00 pm Jan 21, 2023 What: Family Fun! Pick Your Favorite Puppy When: January 1, 2023 Start: Sunday 1:30 – 3:00 pm Where: 2020 S Fry Rd, Suite E, Katy Tx Description: Paint your favorite puppy, 16x20 canvas, $25; framed 16x20 canvas, $38; 16x20 wood plank board, $38. Under 18 welcome. We do not allow drop offs. Painters under the age of 6 must be assisted by an adult. More information: katy@paintingwithatwist.com What: Katy Cruizers Club Meeting and Dinner When: Monday, Jan. 9, 2023 Start: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Where: Midway BBQ, 6025 Hwy Blvd, Katy TX Description: Katy Cruizers is a values-base antique car club that prides itself in being one of the most active car clubs in the west Houston area. We are an active regional chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America. Please join us for the first regular meeting of the new year. Be sure to mention the club and Midway extends a discount meal. More Information: katycruizers.aaca.com What: The Katy Pie Run When: Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023 Start: 7:30 am – 12:00 pm Where: The Fellowship, 22765 Westheimer, Katy TX Description: 10K, 5K, 3K runs. Proceeds benefit PTSD Foundation of America and Houston’s own Camp Hope. Pie tastings every 1K on the courses; a huge brunch and pie buffet after your race. Participation medals for each participant. More Information: Katypierun.com What: Garages and Gearheads When: Sunday, Jan 22, 2023 Start: 9:00 – 11:00 am Where: Garages of Texas, 1435 FM 1463, Katy, TX Description: Garages of Texas offers state-of-the art facilities for your vehicle and your passion. Join us and design your motor vehicle man-cave. More Information: 866-716-2803, garagesoftexas.com What: Networking Breakfast, Katy Christian Chamber of Commerce When: Friday, Jan. 21, 2023 Start: 7:00 am – 8:30 am Description: Katy Christian Chamber of Commerce is the place where Christian businesses meet. Our Networking Breakfasts are always held on the 3rd Friday of the month. This group is all about commerce and faith. More Information: 281-560-3898 More
22 9:00 am: Katy Area Calendar of Events for January 9:00 am: Katy Area Calendar of Events for January 9:00 am – 11:00 am Jan 22, 2023 What: Family Fun! Pick Your Favorite Puppy When: January 1, 2023 Start: Sunday 1:30 – 3:00 pm Where: 2020 S Fry Rd, Suite E, Katy Tx Description: Paint your favorite puppy, 16x20 canvas, $25; framed 16x20 canvas, $38; 16x20 wood plank board, $38. Under 18 welcome. We do not allow drop offs. Painters under the age of 6 must be assisted by an adult. More information: katy@paintingwithatwist.com What: Katy Cruizers Club Meeting and Dinner When: Monday, Jan. 9, 2023 Start: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Where: Midway BBQ, 6025 Hwy Blvd, Katy TX Description: Katy Cruizers is a values-base antique car club that prides itself in being one of the most active car clubs in the west Houston area. We are an active regional chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America. Please join us for the first regular meeting of the new year. Be sure to mention the club and Midway extends a discount meal. More Information: katycruizers.aaca.com What: The Katy Pie Run When: Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023 Start: 7:30 am – 12:00 pm Where: The Fellowship, 22765 Westheimer, Katy TX Description: 10K, 5K, 3K runs. Proceeds benefit PTSD Foundation of America and Houston’s own Camp Hope. Pie tastings every 1K on the courses; a huge brunch and pie buffet after your race. Participation medals for each participant. More Information: Katypierun.com What: Garages and Gearheads When: Sunday, Jan 22, 2023 Start: 9:00 – 11:00 am Where: Garages of Texas, 1435 FM 1463, Katy, TX Description: Garages of Texas offers state-of-the art facilities for your vehicle and your passion. Join us and design your motor vehicle man-cave. More Information: 866-716-2803, garagesoftexas.com What: Networking Breakfast, Katy Christian Chamber of Commerce When: Friday, Jan. 21, 2023 Start: 7:00 am – 8:30 am Description: Katy Christian Chamber of Commerce is the place where Christian businesses meet. Our Networking Breakfasts are always held on the 3rd Friday of the month. This group is all about commerce and faith. More Information: 281-560-3898 More	23	24	25 2:00 pm: Learning English? Get Practice At Libraries’ Esl Conversation Circles 2:00 pm: Learning English? Get Practice At Libraries’ Esl Conversation Circles 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Jan 25, 2023 Are you learning to speak English? Would you like some practice in a casual, informal atmosphere? Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “ESL Conversation Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to gather in a relaxed setting, and discuss topics of their own choosing while practicing their English skills. The ESL Conversation Circles will take place at multiple locations in the Fort Bend County library system in January. Reservations are NOT required. The schedule is as follows: Mission Bend Branch Library– 8421 Addicks Clodine Road o Wednesdays, January 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2:00-3:00 pm, Meeting Room. Cinco Ranch Branch Library– 2620 Commercial Center Blvd, Katy o Fridays, January 6, 13, and 20, 2:00-3:00 pm, Multi-purpose Room. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, see the Fort Bend County Libraries website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), or call the ESL/Adult Literacy Department at George Memorial Library (281-341-2652), the Cinco Ranch Branch Library (281-395-1311) or the Mission Bend Branch Library (832-471-5900). More	26	27	28 11:00 am: Katy Library VDVR Training 11:00 am: Katy Library VDVR Training 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Jan 28, 2023 Katy Library VDVR Training Saturday, January 28, 2023 Katy Library, 5414 Franz Rd., Katy, TX 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Volunteer Deputy Registrars are entrusted with responsibility of officially registering voters in the State of Texas. Space is limited so registration is required. MORE INFORMATION: Please call (281) 391-3509 More 2:00 pm: Mission Bend Branch Library Hosts Salsa Dance Class 2:00 pm: Mission Bend Branch Library Hosts Salsa Dance Class 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Jan 28, 2023 Fort Bend County Libraries’ Mission Bend Branch Library will have an introductory “Salsa Dancing for Beginners”class on Saturday, January 28, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm, in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 8421 Addicks Clodine Road in northeast Fort Bend County. Local dance instructors Loy and Bernardine Farmer will provide a basic introduction to the Salsa, an energetic partner-style of dance based on simple, repetitive movements. The instructors will demonstrate everything from basic steps and turns to cross-body leads. Participants are requested to come as a dancing pair; solo participants cannot be paired with a partner. Because space is limited to 15 couples, registration is required. Participants should include their partner’s name when registering. The series is free and open to the public. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Classes & Events,” select “Mission Bend Branch Library,” and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the library (832-471-5900) or by visiting the library. More
29	30 3:30 pm: Tyke Hikes 3:30 pm: Tyke Hikes 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Jan 30, 2023 The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center presents the 2021 Alfresco Gala: A Roving Dinner at the Houston Arboretum on Apr. 23. This year marks the completion of the Arboretum’s transformational Master Plan. Photo credit: Nature photos by Anthony Rathbun; food photos courtesy of Houston Arboretum. Tyke Hikes January 30, 2023 Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, Houston, TX 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Encourage your child’s curiosity about nature and spend time with them exploring outdoors. Join a naturalist for a story reading, a simple nature activity or craft, and stroller-friendly hike on the beautiful Arboretum Trails. Free for Family Tree Members. $7.00 per child for nonmembers. MORE INFORMATION: Please call (713) 681-8433 More	31