Leading Businesses, Foundations Boost Greenspace Campaign

Wilcrest Park, 2951 Wilcrest, will be a gathering place for the community.

Westchase District's Greenspace for Westchase campaign to fund the planned Wilcrest Park is off to a strong start thanks to major donations from companies, organizations and foundations familiar to all Houstonians.

The Greenspace campaign was created to cover the $3.2 million gap in funds necessary to build Wilcrest Park into a regional destination. Wilcrest Park will be built on a 3.5-acre parcel of land located on Wilcrest Drive immediately north of Robinson-Westchase Library and Westchase District's Library Loop Trail. The park is in final design and the District's board is expected to award a construction contract for the park later this year. Read More
Walnut Bend Nearing Completion, Traffic Direction Updates


The contractor rebuilding Walnut Bend Lane is entering the final phase of work. As work nears completion this summer, traffic changes are in effect.

Currently only northbound traffic is allowed on Walnut Bend Lane between Richmond and Westheimer.

New storm drainage pipes have been buried underground and new 6-inch concrete paving has been installed.

The project also includes enhanced sidewalks, pedestrian lighting, dedicated bike lanes, custom bus shelters, and extensive landscaping. 

Watch for directional signs and traffic control flaggers who will be directing traffic on the roadway.
Quillian Summer Camp Registration Now Open


For 60 years, Quillian Center has provided one of the best summer camp experiences in the Houston area. This year's Camp Quillian promises to be the spot once again for summer fun and learning. Serving children ages 5-12 and teens ages 13-14, Camp Quillian activities include swimming, arts and crafts, rock climbing, guest speakers, special events, ice cream socials, basketball, soccer, Vacation Bible School and more.

Online registration is now open and sibling discounts are available. Open daily from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., weekly camps at Quillian start at $225 and there are half-day options. Sessions are offered from June 1 until August 20. For more information, contact Kenny Martin or call 713-781-9195. 

 Thursdays @ 3 p.m. *Rain or shine* St. Cyril of Alexandria Catholic Church
10503 Westheimer, Houston, TX 77042 (at Rogerdale, just west of Beltway 8)


Farmers Market Shifts to Spring Hours



It's springtime and Westchase District Farmers Market freshness is in the air. Shoppers looking to visit the market get an extra hour to do so. That's because with Daylight Savings in effect, the market is now open from 3 - 7 p.m. "You can shop the market in the early evening and still get home while the sun is out - springtime evenings at the market are just wonderful," said John Carey, farmers market manager.


 


Securely Dispose of Confidential Documents at WHAM Shred Day on May 6


West Houston Assistance Ministries (WHAM) will be hosting another contactless, drive-thru Shred Day on May 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Whether you have boxes of confidential documents at your company, bags of receipts, or documents with personal information that cannot go into the trash or be recycled, bring it by WHAM where they will securely shred right in front of you. WHAM staff and volunteers will remove the boxes from your vehicle. Located at 10501 Meadowglen Lane, WHAM will take up to 6-file size boxes for a suggested minimum donation of $10. Proceeds from Shred Day help WHAM fund programs that help the homeless and families in need who have nowhere to turn. Shred Day is presented by Premier America Credit Union. 


Spring Issue of Westchase Today Headed Your Way

In this issue: 
  • Wealth of Choices for Coworking and Short-term Private Offices
  • Meet Kelly Aylesworth
  • Farmers Market Shopping
  • Greenspace Gifts
  • Sneed Dog Park Opens
  • nonPareil Institute Serves Adults with Autism
  • Meet Officer Zhen Wang
  • Crime Reporting Updated
  • Ramen Jin: Not Your College Ramen
  • Sidepath Construction Update 
Read the entire issue online.

About Westchase District
Westchase District is a municipal management district funded by local property owners in a 4.2 square-mile area centered on Sam Houston Tollway between I-10 and US-59 on the west side of Houston, Texas. 

The district promotes growth by enhancing: 
  • Mobility
  • Beautification 
  • Public Safety
  • Planning and Development

 

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