LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch is pleased to announce the addition of capoeira classes to its weekly events roster. Beginning June 12, instructor Tiffany Gonzalez of Capoeria Mandiga Houston Academy will offer free Saturday morning classes at 10:00 a.m. in Heritage Square. Participants are asked to gather at Relax the Back (in LaCenterra) and are encouraged to bring wish list items for donation to the Houston Area Women’s Center and Special Pals animal shelter and adoption center.
Capoeira is a Brazilian form of martial arts with deep roots. The discipline originated in the slave quarters of Brazil. At the time, slaves were not allowed to practice self-defense, thereby making capoeira illegal to practice. In order to disguise its defensive tactics, slaves developed the art to appear as song, dance and acrobatics.
Despite its secretive beginnings, capoeira today is for everyone. Any person, regardless of race, sex, age, size or shape, can practice capoeira. In the true spirit of the martial arts, capoeira builds confidence, discipline, creativity and fitness of both body and mind. Its diverse aspects draw people from all parts of the world for its music, dance, self-defense, strenuous exercise and cultural ties. Read the rest of this entry »
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Above art created by Emily Freeman–”Next Spring”.
LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch, in partnership with Katy Visual and Performing Arts Center (KVPAC), welcomes Making A Mark®, the Texas Children’s Cancer Center and Hematology Service’s touring art exhibition presented by The Periwinkle Foundation.
The extraordinary display features the works of young artists whose lives have been touched by cancer and blood disorders. It provides a unique focus on their personal issues.
The exhibit will open to the public Wednesday, April 14 at 5:30 p.m. in Ste. C 140 of LaCenterra (between Simply Cinco and Panera Bread) and run through April 28 before moving to KVPAC gallery for an additional two-week showing.
Making A Mark encourages all patients and their siblings to participate in sharing their feelings through applied art or creative writing. Often deep-rooted feelings and fears are given a positive outlet.
Every participant is a winner because so much has been gained in the process, and all submissions for the show are exhibited at the opening each September at Texas Children’s Hospital and then a selection of artwork travels to various locations throughout the year.
Guest are invited to fill out a “Postcard from the Road” that will be sent directly to the artist or Read the rest of this entry »
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News Bulletin: Announcement from the North Pole! Santa Claus will be at LaCenterra in Cinco Ranch at 12 noon on Tuesday, December 23rd. Pick up lunch and join Santa where he will read stories to the children. Bring your wish lists and your camera. This is Santa’s last stop until his busy night.
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Tongue stuck on the icy pole. Bullies defeated. Chinese Christmas carols and incorrigible language. I don’t know about you but “A Christmas Story” is my all-time favorite Christmas movie! It just doesn’t get any better; every year I enjoy it more and more.
Come celebrate the 25th Anniversary of this holiday classic at LaCenterra in Cinco Ranch on Saturday, December 20 at 6:30 p.m. Bring a lawn chair, holiday snacks and blankets, Read the rest of this entry »
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LaCenterra and the Katy Chamber of Commerce invite you to participate in their Annual Tree Lighting fesitivies! Find your holiday cheer on Saturday, November 29, starting at 5:30 p.m. Cinco Ranch High School’s Bravo and VIVA! choirs will perform holiday favorites.
There will be special events for children including the Teddy Bear Parade. Little ones are encouraged to bring their favorite stuffed animal(s) to help guide Santa to LaCenterra’s Christmas tree.
The Salvation Army’s Bears and Blankets Annual Drive will kick-off at the tree lighting and continue until December 12. Please bring stuffed animals, blankets or winter wear for donation to benefit the Salvation Army’s Angel Christmas Tree tradition.
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Sorry to be late with this announcement, I just received the press release. Tomorrow’s party sounds like a blast and a chance to win prizes, always my favorite.
On October 27th the Farmers Market at LaCenterra celebrated it’s One Year Anniversary!
Tomorrow, Saturday, November 1st, the Farmers Market is holding a Customer Appreciation Day Celebration and you are invited to attend. Like the market, the party will be from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Read the rest of this entry »
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Come out and walk with your dog for exercise and fun at Citizens for Animal Protection’s “HOWL-O-WEEN” Dog Walk and Expo to raise funds for homeless animals. Meet at LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch on the Grand Parkway for a fun-filled 1 mile walk around the shopping area. Join us after wards for a dog playtime and refreshments for both 2 and 4 legged friends. There will be vendors and animal information booths available for your enjoyment.
Proceeds from this event will go to Citizens for Animal Protection, a non-profit service organization committed to sheltering, rescuing and placing homeless animals. “Speaking for those who cannot speak for themselves!”
Register for the Howl-o-ween Dog Walk and/or Costume Content with the official Howl-o-ween Read the rest of this entry »
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LaCenterra’s Farmers Market is proudly joining forces with Katy Cares to help our neighbors who were impacted by Hurricane Ike on Saturday, October 4 from 8 a.m. until 7 p.m. Both money and non-perishable supplies are needed. There will be a special tent and tables for collection.The event will include live entertainment by the Grateful Geezers and friends beginning at 1 p.m.
Items needed to aid Hurricane Ike relief efforts include:
- Tax-deductible monetary donations can be make c/o The Katy Foundation at any Katy area Amegy Bank of Texas or Tradition Bank locations through October 31. Contributions will be accepted during the event as well.
- Cereal and cereal bars
- Boxed juices
- Canned meats
- Soups and stews
- Canned fruits and vegetables
- Bags of rice, beans and pasta
- Baby wipes
- Diapers
- Baby formula
- Baby food
- Bath soap or shower gel
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Toothpaste and toothbrushes
- Deodorant
- Body and hand lotion
- Brushes, combs and hair accessories
See you at the market!
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Katy native son Glenn Eller, Olympic Gold Medalist and a member of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unity, was celebrated at LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch on Saturday, August 30.
A native Texan, Eller graduated from James E. Taylor High School. Even though he’s on active duty, Eller still calls Katy “home”.
Eller is a three-time Olympian and winner of the gold medal in double trap at the recent 2008 Read the rest of this entry »
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Parents…Bring your kids, young and old, to the Farmers Market at LaCenterra for a special event this Saturday, August 2, 2008. A photo of parents hugging their kids will be taken.
Michelle Nichols, author of Hug Your Kids Today will include the photo of Katy parents hugging their kids on her website to help promote the annual “Hug Your Kids Today” National Event.
For the photo, all the parents will hug their kids at the same time. This is not Read the rest of this entry »
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