By hosting donation boxes, Westchase District-area businesses can help the Westchase District Community Fund's (WDCF) school supply drive, taking place during the month of July. Locations hosting a donation box for school supplies will help collect donations that the WDCF will distribute to West Houston Assistance Ministries to help families in need. The need for school supplies is always essential especially as retail prices have risen since last year. 

Requested supplies include:

• Backpacks (transparent or mesh) 
• Colored pencils
• Construction paper
• Copy paper
• Crayons
• Filler paper
• Markers
• Pencils
• Pencil pouches
• Pens
• Rulers
• Scissors

Individuals and organizations interested in making donations can drop off supplies in boxes at the following locations (to date):

• Karya Management - One Westchase Center 10777 Westheimer Road
• Torchy's Tacos - 2675 Wilcrest Drive
• EHRA - 10011 Meadowglen Lane
• Woodbranch - Millennium Tower - 10375 Richmond Avenue
• Hines - Westchase Towers I & II - 10370 Richmond Avenue
• Premier America Credit Union - 9630 Westheimer Road
• Raba Kistner - 3602 Westchase Drive
• Odyssey Engineering Group - 2500 Tanglewilde Street



Businesses interested in hosting a donation box will help WDCF in its yearly campaign. If you would like to host a collection box, call Louis Jullien, 713-780-9434 or send him an email. "We appreciate how businesses go above and beyond for the school supply drive every year - they make a big impact with area students getting much needed supplies," said Jullien.

IKON EFS Vice President of National Accounts Jack Douglas handles sales of ChargePoint EV charging stations. Douglas says software function makes EV stations easy on property owners.

There are many facets and considerations when it comes to whether an EV (Electric Vehicle) charging station is a good fit for a commercial or residential property. According to Rusty Mellios, account executive with ChargePoint, EVs will comprise 20 percent of vehicles being driven by 2025. A meeting room full of building managers for apartment communities and commercial real estate properties recently came to the Holiday Inn Westchase to hear from a panel of experts representing the manufacturer and distributor of EV charging stations. And, a question on everyone's mind: Are there enough tenants driving EV powered vehicles to merit installing a station? 

The attendees inquired about functionality of advanced charging software and services that could be delivered by ChargePoint such as dashboard analytics, power management, flexible pricing, waitlist and valet for station availability, drive apps, access control, 24/7 tech support and more. Drivers of EVs will have likely used a ChargePoint charging stations. ChargePoint holds the position as the leading manufacturer with more than 70 percent of the market. The EV Panel Lunch and Learn was presented by Westchase District.

Westchase District TV ads featuring office space, apartment residential living, educational and career opportunities, received an added boost in scenery. The District recently debuted new TV ad spots filmed exclusively at Woodchase Park. "We highlight the park as an amenity where visitors can go with their four-legged friends to play or where local employees can enjoy breaktime," said Sherry Fox, vice president of communications for Westchase District. The updated commercial will air on networks locally through Xfinity and major outlets like FOX, ABC, NBC and CBS. Keep your eyes out for it while enjoying your favorite programs!

Thursdays @ 3 p.m. *Rain or shine* St. Cyril of Alexandria Catholic Church

10503 Westheimer, Houston, TX 77042 (at Rogerdale, one block west of Beltway 8)

ShoSho's Kitchen Fills Jars with Spicy to Sweet Flavors

ShoSho's Kitchen has jelly flavors with a little kick like homemade pepper with fruit jellies.

ShoSho’s Kitchen makes its natural jellies and jams in abundance. It does so while adding a touch of spice and sweetness. All of its products are handmade and 100 percent natural, available in 40 different kinds of jellies and jams. ShoSho's mixes up the offerings, giving palates spicy to fruity tastes that include jalapeno peppers/wine/champagne/piña colada! The long-time market vendor wants to sell treats that can be paired with anything to make a tasty snack or appetizer. Seasonal arrays of treats like cinnamon roasted pecans around the holidays draw customers back. You can get baklava made with homemade ghee butter, and freshly baked brioche. If you need to grab a gift or treat for someone, you won't be disappointed when you stop by ShoSho's every Thursday at 3 p.m.

Arlo Westchase Hosts Public Safety Presentation

Westchase District invited HPD officers to give a public safety presentation for residents of the Arlo Westchase. The meeting gave residents an opportunity to hear about ways to prevent crime as well as ask direct questions about Westchase District public safety programs.

Westchase District is working hard and smart to combat crime in our area. "It's our priority to meet apartment communities and its residents to share preventive measures and answer questions that concern people," said Mark Hubenak, public safety director for Westchase District. Hubenak regularly works with local office, retail and apartment residential properties to discuss issues of shared concern. One recent meeting was held at the Arlo Westchase at which Houston Police Department officers shared tips on crime prevention. Call Westchase District's dispatch line at 713-701-7800 for a quick response between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. seven days a week.

Town Hall with HPD Chief Finner

tonight, June 22 at 6 p.m.

City Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas is announcing several initiatives led by her office to increase safety and improve the quality of life for the residents of District F.

These projects include a street light initiative for added lighting in dark areas; a bus shelter program for added protection at METRO bus stops without coverings, and the installation of security cameras to capture surveillance in potentially dangerous areas.

Council Member Thomas is inviting the District F community members to the District F Public Safety Town Hall Meeting, tonight at Tracy Gee Community Center, 3599 Westcenter Dr., where she will share details on these and other public safety and community projects for District F and conduct a forum with Houston Police Chief Troy Finner.

The town hall begins at 6 p.m. Read more about Thomas' public safety initiatives. For more information, call 832-393-3002 or send an email.

District F Focuses on Wellness on

Saturday, June 25 at Woodchase Park

Bring a mat and participate in yoga guided by Jotina Buck, MAC, LCDC-I, LPC-A of Root + Yoke Wellness for District F's Mindfulness and Wellness Day at Woodchase Park. The program begins at 8 a.m.

All levels are welcome and the events are free and open to the public. Following yoga, stay for Boot Camp and hip hop dance to round out a health focused morning. 

Interested in knowing about more activities at Woodchase Park? Visit woodchasepark.com/events



Westchase District's public safety dispatch line is 713-701-7800.

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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