Westlake / Westlake Forest Weekly Digest

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October 23, 2026

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Fall Craft Shows and Festivals Near Westlake / Westlake Forest Before Thanksgiving 2026

Get out and enjoy the fall season with Westlake / Westlake Forest neighbors at nearby craft shows, artisan markets and community festivals before Thanksgiving. READ MORE

Westlake CIA Annual Board Meeting Scheduled for November 16

The Westlake CIA Annual Board Meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 16, 2026 at 6:30 PM to stay informed on neighborhood updates, community matters, and upcoming initiatives affecting the community. READ MORE

Harris County Commissioners Court to Consider Road Improvements, Flood Control Projects and Community Investments October 29: What Westlake / Westlake Forest Residents Should Know

From road construction and flood prevention to public safety, parks and neighborhood services, the October 29 Harris County Commissioners Court meeting includes proposals that could affect families in Westlake / Westlake Forest and communities throughout Harris County, with opportunities for residents to participate. READ MORE

What Is a MUD? How Municipal Utility Districts Support Westlake / Westlake Forest and Why Saving Water at Home Matters

From maintaining neighborhood water systems to funding essential infrastructure, Municipal Utility Districts play an important role in Westlake / Westlake Forest, and understanding how they work can help residents make informed decisions and conserve water at home. READ MORE

Could You Be Paying Too Much for Electricity? What Westlake / Westlake Forest Homeowners Should Know Before Renewing Their Texas Energy Plan

A low advertised electricity rate doesn't always mean a lower bill, and homeowners in Westlake / Westlake Forest may be surprised by the common contract mistakes and hidden costs worth checking before their next renewal. READ MORE

Harris County Precinct 4 Toys 4 Joy Drive Returns: How Westlake / Westlake Forest Residents Can Help Bring Christmas Gifts to 500 Local Children

Westlake / Westlake Forest residents can help make the holidays brighter for 500 Harris County children through the 2026 Toys 4 Joy drive, with 12 convenient donation locations accepting new, unwrapped toys through December 4. READ MORE

Falling Leaves, Clogged Gutters and Cooler Weather: How Westlake / Westlake Forest Residents Can Protect Their Homes and Put Autumn Leaves to Good Use

As autumn leaves begin piling up in Westlake / Westlake Forest, a little seasonal home maintenance can help prevent gutter damage, protect landscaping during winter cold snaps and turn fallen leaves into something useful for the garden. READ MORE

More Than 400 Illegally Dumped Tires Removed from Addicks Reservoir in West Houston Cleanup Effort

More than 400 illegally dumped tires were removed from Addicks Reservoir near Bear Creek Pioneers Park, addressing concerns about drainage, mosquito breeding and the condition of one of West Houston’s most important flood-control areas. READ MORE

Katy ISD Earns Statewide CTE Honor for Second Year as Career-Focused Education Gains Momentum Across Texas

With more than 32,000 students enrolled in career and technical education courses, Katy ISD is earning statewide recognition as new research shows growing interest in workforce training, industry certifications and career-focused education. READ MORE

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Houston Methodist West Hospital Brings Innovative Thumb Joint Replacement Surgery to Katy, Offering New Hope for Arthritis Patients

Houston Methodist West Hospital has become the first hospital in the greater Katy area to perform an innovative thumb joint replacement procedure that could help patients with painful arthritis regain hand function and return to everyday activities. READ MORE

Gulf Coast Blood Academy Celebrates Second Graduating Class, Preparing Nine Houston-Area Residents for Healthcare Careers

Nine Houston-area residents have completed Gulf Coast Blood Academy’s scholarship-supported phlebotomy training program, opening the door to new healthcare careers while helping meet a daily need that affects patients at more than 170 hospitals and medical facilities across Southeast Texas. READ MORE

Rotary Club of Katy Awards $60,000 to 21 Local Charities Through Wild West Brewfest and Katy Rice Harvest Festival Proceeds

From feeding families and supporting Katy ISD students to helping veterans and funding local healthcare, the Rotary Club of Katy is putting $60,000 raised through two beloved community festivals back to work across Katy. READ MORE

Rosenberg's Home for the Holidays Gift Market Returns October 23-25 With 130+ Vendors, Santa and Plenty of Holiday Finds

Holiday shopping gets an early start in Fort Bend County as Home for the Holidays Gift Market returns to Rosenberg October 23-25 with more than 130 vendors, boutique finds, Santa visits and a tradition of supporting local businesses. READ MORE

New Cocktail Lounge PERA Coming to Katy's Peek Road in November From the Couple Behind Drix and Bricco

Longtime Katy restaurateurs Zack and Carmen Kuru are opening PERA Cocktails and Kitchen near Elyson this November, bringing a new spot for cocktails, wine and small plates to a stretch of Peek Road that's attracting more restaurants and businesses. READ MORE

Katy Christian Ministries Seeks 1,200 Turkeys and Hams to Help Local Families Celebrate the Holidays

Katy Christian Ministries is calling on Katy-area residents to help provide 1,200 holiday turkeys and hams for families in need, including local veterans, through its 15th annual Turkey for Every Table food drive. READ MORE

Early Voting Begins in Katy and Fulshear: Where to Vote, What's on the November 3 Ballot and Why County Lines Matter

From Harris and Fort Bend County leadership races to property tax issues, Katy ISD, Lamar CISD and neighborhood voting locations, here's what Katy and Fulshear residents need to know before November 3. READ MORE

PUCCI Café to Close at LaCenterra in Cinco Ranch on October 31 After Four Years in Katy

After four years of welcoming Katy residents and their dogs to its lakeside café, PUCCI is preparing to close its LaCenterra location, but the owners have plans to keep the business going. READ MORE

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Upcoming Events

Katy First Trunk or Treat

Sunday, Oct 25 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Katy First Trunk or Treat takes place Sunday, October 25, 5:00 pm–7:00 pm at Katy First United Methodist Church in Katy. READ MORE

A Bear-y Spooktacular Halloween for Little Ones and Caregivers

Monday, Oct 26 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Costumes, games, and Halloween fun await children ages 6 and under and their caregivers at this family-friendly library event in Houston. READ MORE

Computer Basics Class: Everyday Programs

Wednesday, Oct 28 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

A one-hour computer basics class covers word processors, spreadsheets, and email applications with guidance from Harris County Universal Services. READ MORE

Urinary, Bladder, and Pelvic Disorders Health Seminar

Wednesday, Oct 28 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

A UTHealth seminar in Houston covers bladder leaks, prolapse, pelvic disorders, treatment options, and simple lifestyle changes. READ MORE

Navigating Financial Aid & FAFSA for College Planning

Wednesday, Oct 28 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Students and parents can learn FAFSA basics, maximize aid eligibility, and avoid common college funding mistakes at this library presentation. READ MORE

Glazier's Gothic Halloween Banquet Potluck & Costume Contest

Thursday, Oct 29 @ 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

A gothic Halloween potluck in Houston featuring themed dishes, a costume contest, and festive community fun at Thomas A. Glazier Senior Education Center. READ MORE