Brays Oaks Management District

09/05/2026

Discover how Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) can positively impact the cats in your community, in partnership with the City of Houston and BARC. If you've ever fed a stray cat and wanted to know how to help, this workshop is for you! 🐾

📍Jim & JoAnn Fonteno Senior Education Center
6600 Bissonnet St., Houston

Don't miss out! Sign up here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/hcprecinct4/activity/search/detail/37101?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true

09/04/2026

Coming up at Willow Waterhole Greenway in the Brays Oaks District: Family Fishing Clinic!

Bring the whole family for a hands-on fishing clinic where kids and adults can learn the basics of fishing together. 🎣👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Register here:

Bring the kids and learn everything you need to know to catch some fish!

09/04/2026

Generous donors have committed to matching every donation made to the Houston nonprofit COR Houston, up to $10,000, from now until September 30. These funds will help meet the needs of Title I students in local schools.

Here's what your contribution can provide:
💵 $10 - pantry staples for a family of four
👟 $20 - a pair of shoes and socks for a student for a week
👖 $25 - uniform khakis and a polo shirt in school colors
🧼 $50 - cleaning supply packs for three families
🍽️ $75 - no-cook meals for 10 homeless children
🍼 $85 - diapers for 10 special education students
🧥 $100 - warm jackets for 20 students
🩸 $150 - menstrual supplies and underwear for three high schools to assist students in need
🧴 $300 - personal hygiene packs for 20 male and 20 female students
🛏️ $350 - portable beds, bedding, and pillows for a family experiencing homelessness
🧴 $500 - hygiene packs for 28 families

Donate and find out more here: https://corhouston.org/get-involved/donate-funds/

09/03/2026

Join your neighbors and those who work to keep our community safe for a night of FREE FAMILY FUN! 🎊 Enjoy live DJ music, prizes, delicious food, games and more!

Be a Vendor or a Sponsor! Register by October 2.

For more info:
BraysOaksMD.org/NNOvendor
BraysOaksMD.org/NNOsponsor

09/03/2026

A new $845,000 investment was announced to support major improvements at the Westbury Community Garden, including new walking paths, a circle drive, farm access, and enhanced drainage infrastructure.

This partnership with the Office of Commissioner Rodney Ellis is an exciting step toward improving accessibility, resilience, and the future of this important community space.

Here’s a look back at the announcement and what’s ahead! 💚

09/03/2026

In case you missed it, this is a great story reflecting on Westbury Little League's historic title: https://youtu.be/82q3UNvATTI?si=EwfrQPjeUXcB0T35 ⚾️

On August 27, 1966, a Texas team won it all at the Little League Ba...

09/02/2026

This Saturday at India House Houston in the Brays Oaks District!

THE NXT MOVE IS YOURS: A free Career + Workforce Development Day

Hosted by Built4Agility in collaboration with MARLA and the Ethiopian Community Organization in Houston, this informative session will guide participants through various career pathways, workforce training opportunities, scholarships and employment resources.

Refreshments will be provided.

Sign up here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/build-whats-nxt

09/02/2026

Whether the goal is counting steps, looking for birds and wildlife or taking a break from daily routines, you’ll find something special along all the trails featured in this article in the July 2026 issue of Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine. On the list is our local Willow Waterhole Greenway trails.

From the Houston-based author, Dan Oko:
"For me, Willow Waterhole is my hometown trail — but most people in Houston don’t even realize we have such a fine trail network so close to the southwestern edge of the 610 Loop."

Check out the article here: https://tpwmagazine.com/adventure-recreation/texas-cities-offer-something-for-every-type-of-hiker/

Photo: Chase Fountain

09/01/2026

Well done, Joe V's Smart Shop!

COR Houston is always looking for supporters. Learn more about this local nonprofit organization: https://www.braysoaksmd.org/2023/03/group-works-to-fill-the-gaps-with-basic-items-for-students/

COR Houston is continually grateful to the managers and staff at Joe V’s on West Bellfort for their help with our large food and hygiene supply orders. Here, Carlos helps load one of our vehicles. Please reach out if you would like to volunteer to pack food for distribution to HISD students in need!

09/01/2026

There are some really fun and interesting events coming up at Willow Waterhole Greenway in the Brays Oaks District. Check out the schedule below!

All events are completely FREE and open to everyone!

Registration links, if applicable, can be found at www.willowwaterhole.org. 🌳💚

Willow Waterhole Greenway