Graystone Hills residents and spectators are invited to join in an interactive conversation with the community through commenting.
Posted on Jan 26, 2012 | Tagged in: nature , events , environment , community
According to their website, Friends of Texas Wildlife is a group of trained and permitted volunteers who provide care for injured, displaced and orphaned wildlife in Montgomery and North Harris Counties. We support the rehabilitation of native Texas wildlife and promote co-existence of wildlife and people through education.
They are a non-profit organization that is able to save Texas wildlife through individual donations of time as well as financially. They are always accepting volunteers, however on Saturday January 28th they will offer an informational class on becoming a wildlife rehabilitator at 1pm.
Attendees will be given information on volunteering and those who chose to become animal rehabilitators will be paired with a mentor as they go through this specialized training.
Posted on Dec 16, 2011 | Tagged in: family , events , entertainment , education , community , charity
The John Cooper School let’s the students pick a charity for each month of the year. This month two of the school’s outstanding students volunteered to organize this month’s charity project, "Good Soles Shoe and Sock Donation Drive".
The students, Iker and Pamela Pimienta partnered with local podiatrist Dr. Robert E Neville & Associates. This “Good Souls” benefit drive will collect socks and shoes for needing families. The benefit drive in years past, have collected over 700 pairs of shoes and socks. The students will work with Dr. Neville to collect donations through January 31st.
Charities that have benefited from the drive in the past include United Way of Greater Houston, Montgomery County Women’s Center, the Knights of Columbus, Moms Helping Moms and Project Hope.
Posted on Dec 9, 2011 | Tagged in: food , family , events , community , charity
Donate to this year’s “Share Your Holidays” food drive at the Montgomery County Courthouse. The food drive will benefit over 31,000 requests for food during the month of December.
The drop of sites will be held on Friday December 9th, however donations maybe made at anytime at the Montgomery County Food Bank. Donations can be dropped off from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Brookshire Brothers, 18535 FM 1488 in Magnolia; from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Kroger in Willis, I-45 and FM 1097; and from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Montgomery County Courthouse, 1301 N. Thompson in Conroe. There will be volunteers at each site so donors can “drop and drive”.
Local school children will sing holiday selections at the Courthouse from 9am until 2pm. Donations can be made year round at the Montgomery County Food Bank warehouse, 111 South 2nd Street from 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday. Monetary donations can be made online.
Posted on Nov 11, 2011 | Tagged in: sports , family , events
The sounds of happy children could be heard clearly as footballs flew back and forth across Carl Barton Jr. Park. “This event marks the first local competition for five age groups with two ages each for ranges 6-15 for girls and boys”, said Javier Pena, event coordinator with the City of Conroe Parks and Recreation Department. “Lots of kids of all ages participate. Some are involved in sports and some aren’t,” he said. “They all come out and try it. It’s a lot of fun.”
The children are evaluated on three areas of football- punting, passing, and kicking. The winners move on sectionals at Conroe High School and then get to attend the championship held during a Houston Texans game. The national winners will get to show off their skills at the Super Bowl.
“It’s just another opportunity for kids to get involved in sports and it’s a good way for the NFL to reach out to the community,” Pena said.
Posted on Nov 9, 2011 | Tagged in: events , community
High school students from The John Cooper School of Performing Arts will present "Beauty and the Beast" November 17 through 20 at the school's Performing Arts Center, 1 John Cooper Drive in the Woodlands. Performances commence at 7 pm November 17 through 19. Matinees will be held at 2 pm on November 19 and 20.
Directed by Joseph DeMonico, the show features Caitlin Finnie as Belle, Jesse Bates as the Beast and Alessandro Portela as the villain Gaston. Other favorite characters from the classic love story include Lumiere (played by Derek Tam), Mrs. Potts (played by Caroline Davis) and Cogsworth (Jeremy Mani). Tickets cost $15 ($10 for seniors and students) and can be purchased online at the school’s website.
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.
According to the Houston Chronicle, Governor Rick Perry announced that the state will provide vouchers for temporary accommodations and will also cover essential expenses. The funding is from the Texas Disaster Relief Fund and the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.
The relief fund is giving $250,000 for vouchers and the state housing department is providing $350,000 for assistance cards to help residents pay for essential expenses.
In the first week of September 172 wildfires burned 135,050 acres. HEB has provided supplies and food over the past several weeks to those in need due to the wildfires. The HEB Mobile kitchen has provided meals in Bastrop County and Montgomery County. They provided dinner on September 10th to over 1,300 people at the Red Cross Emergency Shelter at Magnolia West High School. On September 11th HEB honored the firefighters and first responders by providing over 5,000 meals through out the day.
