Graystone Hills residents and spectators are invited to join in an interactive conversation with the community through commenting.
Posted on Feb 2, 2012 | Tagged in: people , Conroe , community , charity
Ty Pennington and his crew don't hold a candle to the spirit of Texas. Local businesses and organizations in the Conroe area recently came together to help a family in need as part of the United Way’s Days of Caring initiative.
Every day Texans came together to help a local resident, Angela Bundage who is raising her four nieces as her own. Her story is similar to those seen on Extreme Makeover Home Edition, however there were no camera crews, television hosts, or advertising dollars to get the job done; simply good neighbors embodying the spirit of Texas.
The family received new flooring, new beds, and electrical services. That was just to start. Neighbors volunteered their time and money to help get this family on their feet and in headed in the right direction.
Posted on Jan 31, 2012 | Tagged in: Specials & Promotions , D.R. Horton , Conroe
February 1st-19th buy a Home from D.R. Horton in any Houston community and receive loads of valuable extras! Including a Free Sprinkler System, Four Free Ceiling Fans, and Free 2" Faux Blinds!!! Stop by any D.R. Horton Model Home to Feel the Love!
Posted on Jan 30, 2012 | Tagged in: Specials & Promotions , D.R. Horton , Conroe
Purchase a new D.R. Horton home in any of their Houston Communities on February 4th or 5th and you will receive $4,500 in upgrades!
Posted on Jan 12, 2012 | Tagged in: Conroe , community , charity
The Montgomery County United Way is one of twelve United Way organizations that have chosen to participate in the United Way World Wide Healthcare Mobilization Unit.
According to the press release, MCUW President Julie Martineau said “This unique opportunity to dive into research, root causes and potential solutions for health issues that affect our own county is a great honor.”
The United Way World Wide Healthcare Mobilization unit, The Prevention Institute, the University of Wisconsin Health Institute and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation are making an effort to help the community create a commitment to mobilize toward learning and creating community-wide health goals, help understand the community’s health landscape and learn the underlying factors that affect health in Montgomery County.
Posted on Oct 25, 2011 | Tagged in: sports , events , Conroe
The Conroe Aquatic center is offering many fun and exciting activities for people of all ages. From learning how to swim to lifeguard training, the Center has programs at every level.
Children's Programs
Learn to Swim
Posted on Oct 17, 2011 | Tagged in: events , Conroe
The City of Conroe’s Parks and Recreation department in an effort to improve the quality of the community has created numerous award winning facilities, programs and services to contribute directly to the health and well-being of all local residents. This fall they invite the whole family to join in Fresh Fridays.
Fresh Friday – Oscar Johnson, Jr. Community Center – Sept. 16th
Fresh Friday – C.K. Ray Recreation Center – Oct. 7th
Posted on Sep 30, 2011 | Tagged in: events , Conroe , community , charity
The Montgomery County Memorial Library System needs $5000 in an effort to purchase new material. The Central Library will hold a book sale hosted by the Library Friends of Conroe to raise these funds.
The price range for most books in the book sale are from $.50 to $2.00.
The event will be held on Thursday, October 6th through Saturday, October 8th. On October 6th, the sale is from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m and a silent auction ending at 6:30 p.m.. Entry is for Members only and Library Friends of Conroe membership is available for a $5 donation. The October 7th and 8th book sales have free entry. Book sale hours are from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m respectively, and visitors can fill a bag for $2 from noon till 2 p.m.
Posted on Sep 23, 2011 | Tagged in: events , entertainment , Conroe
Come join the family fun with plenty to do for young and old! This community festival draws nearly 30,000 to 40,000 visitors annually to enjoy great live music, sample delicious Cajun food, and arts and crafts exhibits. The event supports the renovation of downtown Conroe, promotion of community projects, and contributes to nonprofit organizations.
There's plenty to choose from when it comes eating. Catfish, boudin, rice and beans, sausage, and gumbo are just some of the tasty eats. You'll even find frog legs, alligator and much more!
The Kid's area has fun rides, pony rides, Monster Mural, a petting zoo, and amusements. Students from local dance and art schools will be performing on the Small Fry Stage.
Posted on Aug 9, 2011 | Tagged in: Montgomery County , Conroe , community , charity
The Assistance League of Montgomery County is expanding its signature philanthropic program. Operation School Bell provided new school clothes and shoes to over 4,000 Montgomery County children in 2010-11. Assistance League hopes to surpass that number in the 2011-12 school year. Children who will benefit from the program in Montgomery County are discreetly referred by school counselors. This year, Assistance League has partnered with Payless Shoes, Kohl’s, Target and Walmart. All members of this program meet the children and their parents at the department stores to assist them in selecting and paying for their new clothes.Assistance League of Montgomery County is a local chapter of National Assistance League and Operation School Bell is only one of the nine philanthropic programs supported by the Montgomery County Chapter.
“In May of this year, Assistance League of Montgomery County awarded six $4,000 scholarships to local high school students to assist them in earning a degree in the social sciences from a Texas University and in July, eight scholarships were awarded to adults returning to school to complete their education or to extend their skills to advance in the workplace.”
Posted on Aug 2, 2011 | Tagged in: sports , events , entertainment , Conroe
The City of Conroe Parks and Recreations Department will be offering a Karate Academy. Karate and martial arts in general is fun and beneficial in many ways for the student. Physical benefits are improved reflexes and coordination, increased performance in all physical activities, increased strength and stamina, increased flexibility and weight control for better overall fitness, cardiovascular workouts, greatly improved balance, and the ability to defend one’s self. Mental benefits include, improved concentration for better work and study habits, stress reduction, confidence in knowing you can defend yourself, confidence in knowing how to deal with bullies and other confrontations, a positive attitude toward life through self-confidence and self-discipline, builds self-esteem and self respect, and a can do attitude.
Classes will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from Tuesday, Aug. 2, through Thursday, Sept. 8. The beginner class starts at 7 p.m., and the advanced class is at 8 p.m. The registration deadline is Saturday, July 23, with a fee of $65 for Conroe residents and $81 for nonresidents. The academy will be held at the C.K. Ray Recreation Center, located 1203 Callahan Ave.
For more information, call the C.K. Ray Recreation Center at 936-522-3900 or visit www.cityofconroe.org.
