About Katy's Katy

Learn Katy History at the Katy Heritage Museum

The actual site where old Katy Texas is situated today was once only wide open coastal prairie loaded with abundant wildlife, Native American hunters and numerous birds, ducks and geese . Until the late 1800’s this area was only a stage coach stop between Houston and San Antonio. During 1895 the Missouri-Kansas-Texas railroad set tracks and when a depot was built in 1898 Katy was already a flourishing small town with new citizens and growth. A majority of these early settlers were farmers who produced rice, cotton and citrus crops.

The Katy Heritage Museum is a 9,600 sq. ft. museum which contains vintage farming equipment and artifacts from Katy’s early agricultural and pioneering days. These items are on display for all to see and learn. There are numerous old photographs, and many unique antiques. The Museum is located at 6002 George Bush Dr. Katy Texas ( Old Katy). The museum is open from 10:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. every Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and the first weekend of every month. The best part is the cost is my favorite answer of FREE. Groups can contact the museum for special tours.

If you want more information about this historical museum please call 281-391-4840.

Clay Creations Class in Katy Texas

Upfront I am going to tell everyone I have no idea how to create anything with clay and have no experience. My blog tries to cover a very wide variety of areas and things to do in the Katy area. I tell all my clients and a potential clients, Katy has everything one could want or need without leaving the area and that includes activities for adults and children. This clay class is another example of the diversified array of activities one could participate in when living in the Kay or surrounding areas.

Multiplicity located at 1306 Avenue A Katy Texas (OLD Katy) is holding a clay texturing techniques class which features adding interest to clay work and is being taught by local artist Betsy Fraser on Saturday March 3, 2012. The class is for students aged 12 or older and runs from 10 A.M. until 1 P.M. The cost is $45 per person.

Multiplicity teaches several art related classes and workshops and all of their classes are taught by talented, experienced and local instructions whose passion is to create new things and teach others.

If anyone wants for information about Multiplicity and or their classes call 832-437-2442 or E-mail the scene@multiplicity.com

Katy Texas Bank holding can recycling event for charity

Tradition Bank is hosting a “Can’s for a Cure” benefit on Saturday February 11, 2012 from 9:00 A.M. until noon. This event is being held at Tradition’s branch located at 550 Pin Oak Katy Texas which is very close to Old Katy. All visitors or anyone can drop off aluminum beverage cans which can be recycled. Another Green event here in Katy Texas and it benefits charitable causes.

All funds collected from this benefit will go to the Keep Kids Connected charity to buy computers and also to be donated to pediatric cancer research.

Round up all your aluminum empty cans lying around and take them to Tradition bank as you will be recycling and helping two excellent charities at the same time. This is a win and win situation.

Low cost pet vaccinations in Katy Texas

WHEN: Sunday January 29, 2012 from 9 A.M. until 11:00 A.M.

WHERE: Front of HEB store located at 25675 Nelsen Way at Pin Oak Blvd. (near Old Katy)

DATA: Various vaccination packages are available for both dogs and acts covering rabies, DHPP, bordetella, canine influenza.

Heartworm and flea medications are available as are microchips. Offer puppies and kitten shots.

SERVICES OFFERED BY: Vaccination Clinic which is independently owned by Vanguard Veterinary Associates.

Vaccination Clinic is not owned or operated by HEB

INFORMATION: Visit Vaccination Clinic web site.

They only accept cash or checks.

Katy Texas Home and Garden Show being held on January 28-29, 2012

The Merrell Center and Robinson Pavilion will be the home to the Katy Home & Garden Show on Saturday January 28 and Sunday January 29, 2012.There will be over 300 different exhibits in both buildings covering two2 floors. The show will include remodeling, home improvement, decorating and landscaping themes. Other items include but are not limited to items such as kitchens and baths, home theater, windows and doors, siding, decor, various new home builders, blinds and shutters, pools & spas, flooring, heating/cooling and numerous other items. See numerous new products and check out some really good deals. Invest in your home now as it really pays off especially in the Katy, Texas market area. Comparison shop several different vendors all at one show and decide which one has the best product for the best price and service. Learn from several experts in their areas of expertise.

Free food sampling will be available in the pavilion. The promoters tell everyone to bring an appetite as you will experience a true taste of Texas by visiting the 10 different food booths.

The hours are: Saturday January 28, 10AM - 6 PM; Sunday January 29, 11 AM - 5 PM. Ticket prices are $9.00 for adults; Senior’s $7.00; Military $5.00; and Kids 12 & under FREE. Parking is FREE.

Steve Katkowsky TV personality and Design expert will be the featured performer on Saturday January 28.

If you need additional information call 281-396-2562

The Merrell Center is easy to find as just head west on I-10 and exit at FM 1463 and turn north or right assuming you are heading west or left if heading east. The address is 6301 South Stadium Lane Katy, TX.

This is excellent show to attend and enjoy. The show includes many products for one to see and numerous exhibitors and exhibits to learn new techniques. The prices are family friendly and the vendors are eager to earn your business... I hope to see you there!!!!

Click here and print the coupon which will save 3.00 off one adult ticket.