WESTLAKE FOREST NEWS & NOTICES
March 22 2023
Spring Cleaning 2023
To make your Spring Cleaning easier, we found a checklist that covers everything in the whole house!
March 17 2023
Parking on Neighborhood Streets
Parking on neighborhood streets is a concern for many residents. It can cause issues for emergency vehicles trying to get through, along with school buses, garbage trucks, utility vehicles, and more. Please be courteous and only park in the street when absolutely necessary.
March 16 2023
Free Tax Preparation at Katy Branch Library
Need help with your taxes? Get free help at your local library! Available dates are March 20th & April 10th. Restrictions apply.
March 16 2023
Make Sure Your Irrigation System Is Ready for Spring and Summer
Keeping your yard irrigated during warmer months is so important to the beauty and health of your lawn and flower beds. Be sure to maintain a healthy irrigation system!
March 15 2023
Parking on Neighborhood Streets
Parking on neighborhood streets is a concern for many residents. It can cause issues for emergency vehicles trying to get through, along with school buses, garbage trucks, utility vehicles, and more. Please be courteous and only park in the street when absolutely necessary.
March 08 2023
Cleaning Pollen From Outdoor Surfaces
Pollen is literally everywhere! Here are some tips to making your life a little easier while pollen is trying to make it harder.
March 02 2023
Spring Break Vacation Watch, Safety and Camps
Get the scoop on registering your home for vacation watch with local law enforcement, plus spring break camps and more offered in your area!
February 21 2023
When Should You Replace Your Roof?
Though a good roof will last for decades, chances are you’ll be tasked with planning a roof installation during your time as a homeowner. Picking the right time to install a roof is vital to having a successful and efficient construction process.
February 16 2023
Mayde Creek HS Athletes Sign with Colleges and Universities During National Signing Day
Congratulations to the Mayde Creek High School athletes on signing letters of intent on National Signing Day!
February 07 2023
Home Maintenance Tasks For Your February To Do List
Tired of winter and eager for spring? Tackle those forgotten chores while waiting for spring to officially begin!
February 06 2023
Crape Myrtle Pruning
Stop committing "Crepe Murder". Click here to learn how to prune your crepe myrtle properly.
February 02 2023
Fort Bend Master Gardeners - This Month in the Garden
Late winter is here and so are a host of opportunities to improve your garden. Here are some tasks that might keep your gardener engine purring this busy gardening month.
January 16 2023
Harris County Leash Laws
Interested to know what the Leash Laws are in Harris County? Click here!
January 08 2023
January Gardening Calendar by Harris County Master Gardeners
Hear from a local gardening expert on what, how and when to plant this month.
January 05 2023
Removing Holiday Lights and Decorations
With the holiday season behind us, it's time to put our beautiful decorations away for safe keeping.
January 04 2023
January Home Maintenance Checklist
Check out these helpful tips to help you organize, plan and keep your home safe this month.
December 27 2022
Enjoying a Safe New Year's Eve
New Year's Eve is a time for celebrating the upcoming year. Start your New Year safely with these tips from the American Safety Council.
December 27 2022
Harris County Fire Marshal Fireworks Safety for 2023
Keep safety and courtesy in mind as you celebrate with fireworks this New Year's Eve! Click here for Rules and Safety regarding fireworks from the Harris County Fire Marshal.
December 22 2022
Merry Christmas from My Neighborhood News
Your My Neighborhood News team wishes you and your family a very Merry Christmas!
December 07 2022
Advertise With Us!
Learn more about how you can advertise your business on your neighborhood webpage. Affordable solutions, targeted audience!
November 30 2022
Missed Giving Tuesday? It's not too late!
Tuesday, November 29th was Giving Tuesday. Find out how you can still make a difference through the gift of giving today!
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November 22 2022
Westlake's Winterfest on Dec. 3
Bring the family for an evening of winter fun including pictures with Santa, s'mores, snow, shopping and more!
November 16 2022
Things To Do While The Kids Are Out of School for Break
Thanksgiving Break is a great time for fun, crafts and spending time with family! Click here to get ideas on what you can do to make the most of it!
November 09 2022
How to Show Gratitude to Your Neighbors
Click here to find suggestions to help you become the kind of neighbor everyone wants to have.
October 16 2022
Pumpkin Carving and Seed Recipes
Carving a pumpkin can be great family fun! Here are some tips to make it easier to carve and some yummy recipes for your leftover pumpkin seeds.
September 20 2022
Katy ISD SpeakUP Reporting System
Did you know that Katy ISD has a user-friendly, anonymous tip reporting system to share info about safety threats? Learn more.
September 19 2022
Support Your Neighbors & Local Businesses
Many of your neighbors live and work in your community. Be sure to show them support! - Have a business and want to promote it? Click here to learn ways you can advertise right here on this site!
April 01 2022
We Want to Hear from YOU!
Are you promoting an event in your area, or do you have area news you would like to submit? We'd love to help!
April 01 2022
Latest Site Enhancements
Your My Neighborhood News team has been hard at work rolling out enhanced features across the site. Click to learn more!
April 01 2022
Subscribe and Stay Connected
Subscribe to your neighborhood webpage and stay connected to your community. Neighborhood news, community news, events and more!
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March 01 2022
March News From Your HOA
HOA meeting information, how to access the deed restrictions for your neighborhood and more.
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February 01 2022
February News from Your HOA
HOA meeting information, how to access the deed restrictions for your neighborhood and more.
January 05 2022
Babylonian Chess Club
Love to play chess? We play Every Saturday at 1:30 PM at the Katy Library - all of Katy is welcome!
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January 03 2022
January News from Your HOA
Stay current on rules and regulations in your neighborhood, plus information on your HOA board meeting.
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February 20 2023
National Charity League, Inc. the Lady Bird Chapter, Recognizes its Senior Class for Achievement
National Charity League, Inc., Lady Bird Chapter, proudly honored 13 members of the Class of 2023 during Senior Recognition on Sunday, February 19, 2023 at the Bayou Place in Houston, TX.
Non-Profit
January 23 2023
Houston Zoo Announces Opening Date of Galápagos Islands Exhibit, Exceeds Centennial Campaign Fundraising Goal
The first major exhibit of its kind in the world, the Galápagos Islands exhibit will showcase California sea lions, Galápagos tortoises and a colony of Humboldt penguins.
Non-Profit
March 28 2022
The Women’s Fund Accepting Nominations for 4th Annual John P. McGovern Foundation “Champion in Women’s Health and Wellness” Award
The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency is seeking nominations for the 4th Annual John P. McGovern Foundation, “Champion in Women’s Health and Wellness” Award.
Community
February 17 2022
Nach-Yo Ordinary Tequila Tasting Event at The ARK by Norris
The Nach-Yo Ordinary Tequila Tasting Tour returns to Katy on Friday, February 18 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at The Ark at Norris. Fans who know their tequila understand that tequila and other agave spirits can be enjoyed in many ways. From Texans’ beloved margaritas to fine sipping aged tequila served neat with a quality cigar.
Community
September 15 2021
Grandparenting Conference
On October 21st-22nd, Westland Baptist Church will be presenting the Legacy Grandparenting Summit. Grandparents around the country will join together for two days tailored to help them grandparent with purpose. Grandparents will hear from world-renowned leaders and fellow grandparents.
Sports
August 10 2021
Women's Flat Track Roller Derby
Southwest Houston’s own brand new women’s flat track roller derby team is now forming. This isn’t the old school roller derby you’ve seen in the past. We train derby athletes to compete according to the rules and guidelines set forth by WFTDA, the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association.