Community briefs for March 9

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Posted 3/9/23

Community briefs for March 9, 2023.

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Katy Public Library to hold used book sale March 11

The Friends of the Katy Branch Library will hold a used book sale from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. March 11 at the Katy Branch Library, 5414 Franz Road. For more information, call the library at 281-391-3509.

Nurse to discuss therapy topics March 14

Deborah Johnson, RN, of Fox Rehabilitation, will speak about physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy services at 9 a.m. March 14 at the Fussell Senior Center, 5370 E. 5th St. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call the center at 281-391-4837.

Katy AARP chapter to meet March 14

The Katy chapter of AARP will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. March 14 at Midway Barbecue, 6191 Highway Blvd.

The meeting will start with a short meeting and announcements. Afterwards, the Larry Glass Band will perform. The band plays a variety of the most requested songs from country and pop/rock classics from the 1930s-70s. Visitors are welcome. Allow time to purchase any food before the meeting starts.

Coffee with the Directors set for March 16

Dennis Gorden, West Harris County Regional Water Authority precinct 9 director, will speak about regional water issues at 9:30 a.m. March 16 at the Fussell Senior Center, 5370 E. 5th St. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call the center at 281-391-4837.

Coffee with the Mayors set for March 23

Coffee with the Mayors, a free event where the public can enjoy refreshments with Katy’s current and former mayors, has been set for 7:30 a.m. March 23 at the Johnny Nelson Katy Heritage Museum, 6002 George Bush Dr.

Katy Community Forum, focusing on Alzheimer’s and other memory loss-related issues, set for March 28

The public is invited to a community forum to learn about Alzheimer’s, dementia and memory loss. Lunch will be provided.

The forum is set for 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 28 at Fussell Senior Center 5370 E. 5th St. For more information or to register, call 800-272-3900 or visit the website bit.ly/ALZKATYFORUM.

Senior Night Out set for March 29

Senior Night Out, which is organized by the City of Katy Fussell Senior Center, is set for 5:30 p.m. March 29 at Spring Creek Barbecue, 21000 Katy Fwy. One does not have to sign up or be a member. For more information, call the center at 281-391-4837.

FBI Houston-Area Teen Academy application now available online

The FBI Houston Field Office is now accepting applications for its upcoming Teen Academy. The event will be held from 8:15 a.m.-5 p.m. June 14 at the FBI Houston Field Office, 1 Justice Park Drive in Houston.

The FBI’s Teen Academy gives high school students a comprehensive look into the FBI during an eight-hour block of demonstrations and instruction provided by FBI agents and professional staff. Students are provided with multiple presentations delving into topics such as terrorism, cyber-crime, public corruption, forensic evidence collection, FBI SWAT capabilities, and a rare view into the day-to-day operations of a large FBI office.

This program is not exclusive to students only interested in careers in law enforcement. Any student who is at least a junior in high school but has not yet started college is encouraged to apply, regardless of anticipated major or academic discipline. To apply, complete the form at the website fbi.gov/file-repository/houston-2023-teen-academy-application.pdf/view.

Application deadline is May 5.

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