The numbers told an impressive story about the 16th annual Fathers & Flashlights urban campout Nov. 5-6 on the fields at West University Elementary School: 517 youngsters, 250 dads, 240-plus volunteer moms and $137,000 raised for West U parks. Activities included catch-and-release fishing, a T-shirt tie dye station, inflatables, various arts and crafts, visits from exotic … [Read more...] about West U Fathers & Flashlights: Putting the ‘fun’ in fundraising
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Spring marks return of outdoor fun in West U
The West University Place Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for its popular Colonial Park Pavilion All Outdoor Event Series and the Easter Spring Festival — all free, family-friendly events throughout the month of April. The three Colonial Park events begin at 7 p.m. April 1 - The Houston Brass Quintet returns to West U to play classic brass band … [Read more...] about Spring marks return of outdoor fun in West U
Finding the joy in sobriety: Christo Mio puts owner’s life lessons into action
Text and photos by Charlotte Aguilar Christopher Arcidiacono has assembled a crack team to help him create his new business — but ultimately, it’s his heart and his gut instincts that are guiding him. “An idea that comes from what I’ve lived,” is how he describes it. With roots deep in West University, the 34-year-old’s local knowledge is reflected in the design, menu and … [Read more...] about Finding the joy in sobriety: Christo Mio puts owner’s life lessons into action
Cool stuff — popsicles, first responders and their vehicles — at West U kids’ event
West University’s first responders are hosting an end-of-summer meet-and-greet — complete with popsicles and photo opps with them and their emergency vehicles. The event will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday (Aug. 18) in the rear parking lot of the West U Police Department, 3800 University Blvd. If bad weather threatens, the status of the event will be updated on the … [Read more...] about Cool stuff — popsicles, first responders and their vehicles — at West U kids’ event
West U celebrating independence all weekend; city offices closed Monday
From a traditional red-white-and-blue parade to a belly flop contest, West University is planning a weekend full of festivities to celebrate the Independence Day holiday, starting with its family-friendly parade this morning (Saturday, July 3). After a year off because of the COVID pandemic, bicyclists, tricyclists and little ones in strollers and wagons will be back, … [Read more...] about West U celebrating independence all weekend; city offices closed Monday