Events

The Rotary Club of Katy takes no monies from the event, either administrative or management related.  We pay all third-party bills and the net proceeds benefit need based and character scholarships for graduating KISD seniors.  We have funded in excess of $891,500 in scholarships, as well as $175,000 to fund an endowment with KISD that is being used with the Dual Credit Program.

Our goal is to put on a quality family event that will benefit our students in need! Please, help us change a life!

nefit our students in need! Please, help us change a life!

A fellow Rotarian from Rotary Club of Lake houston Laurie has wrote her first book called 

The Best Rv Guide for couples with Dogs.

Features include

 How to travel with dogs without the chaos, stress, or constant worry.
• Simple systems that make planning and daily RV life easier.
• Real-life routines that work in small spaces (even when things go wrong)
• Practical ways to avoid tension and stay connected as a couple.
• A realistic approach to cooking, packing, and living on the road.

Supervised the Houston Division's Child Exploitation & Human Trafficking Task Force consisting of Special Agents and Task Force Officers from multiple law enforcement and intelligence agencies throughout the Houston Area of Responsibility. Program Coordinator for all Violent Crimes Against Children investigations in the Houston Division. Investigations included multi-jurisdictional & international matters in child exploitation, human trafficking, kidnappings, child abductions, sextortion, undercover operations and human source development.

Erin Lynn Young is a care partner, advocate, and founder of the Youngtimers website, dedicated to raising awareness about Familial Alzheimer’s Disease (FAD) and supporting primary prevention research. She blends her personal experience with systemic advocacy, participating in calls with policymakers and the FDA, and sharing her journey publicly to educate others and push for change.

Personal Story and Mission

Erin is genetically destined to develop Alzheimer’s disease but is turning that risk into a mission to help others YouTube. Her YouTube channel, Before I Forget: Erin’s Story, features candid videos about:

Her family’s experience with early-onset Alzheimer’s.

The emotional and practical challenges of caregiving.

The impact of stigma and the need for open conversations about Alzheimer’s

Dr. SuEllen (Candy) Arentz is a fellowship-trained breast surgical oncologist practicing in the Katy/Houston area with Houston Methodist West Hospital.

Some highlights of her background include:

• Board-certified in General Surgery with fellowship training in Breast Surgical Oncology.

• Specializes in:

  • Breast cancer diagnosis and treatment

  • Lumpectomy and mastectomy

  • Nipple-sparing and skin-sparing mastectomy

  • Oncoplastic breast surgery

  • Treatment of benign breast disease

  • Care for patients at high risk of breast cancer. 

• She practices at the Houston Methodist Breast Surgery clinic located at 18400 Katy Freeway, Suite 570, Houston, TX 77094. 

• Dr. Arentz has spoken about the importance of multidisciplinary breast cancer care and helping patients receive advanced treatment close to home in the Katy community.

Dr. Shah is a triple board‑certified cardiologist specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, Obesity Medicine, and Vascular Studies. He brings extensive expertise in non‑invasive cardiovascular diagnostics and preventive care. Dr. Shah also holds a Master’s in Public Health with a concentration in Epidemiology, along with an MBA, further strengthening his clinical and leadership foundation.

Gotta little volutneer action needed from you…..

The City of Katy needs our help with Vendor setup on Friday, October 9th from 4-8 pm.  This would involve directing vendors and NOT moving anything around.  This is more on the coordination side.  They just need bodies to help get the vendors in and set up quickly.  Kaci has a small staff, and more bodies will definitely help.  The City of Katy is grateful for taking time out of your evening to help them.

This is only for 4 hours and for those that love to tell people what to do or where to go, this is definitely for you.  Just kidding, seriously though, Kaci just needs people out there to help direct the vendors around.

For more information contact Kaci:  281.391.8653

The City of Katy is gearing up for a festive celebration of its rich history and cultural heritage! Join us October 10-11, 2026, for a weekend packed with family fun and community spirit at the newly redesigned Historic Town Square in front of Katy City Hall. This event, benefiting the Rotary Club of Katy, promises something for everyone, with 100% of net proceeds going back into our beloved Katy Community through scholarships, nonprofit organizations, and charities.

The City of Katy is gearing up for a festive celebration of its rich history and cultural heritage! Join us October 10-11, 2026, for a weekend packed with family fun and community spirit at the newly redesigned Historic Town Square in front of Katy City Hall. This event, benefiting the Rotary Club of Katy, promises something for everyone, with 100% of net proceeds going back into our beloved Katy Community through scholarships, nonprofit organizations, and charities.

We have been asked by the Rotary Club of Columbus to participate in a collaborative project to package 10,000 meals for Rise Against Hunger.  We need at least 50 volunteers from 9am to 11am and 4 or 5 muscle guys from 8am to 9am for set up and some volunteers from 11am to noon to clean up.  The address and details are in the volunteer link. 

https://act.riseagainsthunger.org/event/meal-packaging-event-rotary-club-of-columbus-tx-october-17-2026-columbus-tx/e845047

Grants can provide the resources needed to expand programs, serve more people, invest in equipment, or launch new initiatives that strengthen our communities.

Paint USA at Franz Elementary

Please join us on Saturday, October 24 at Franz Elementary 8:00 am.  This is a NEW paint so we should be done by 1:00 pm.  I will be there at 7:15 am to unload supplies.  Please park in the teacher parking lot.  You will see the black fencing near the playground.  Be sure to dress comfortable and in clothes that you are able to sweat and get dirty!!  We will have access to a bathroom from the school. 

Bring your towel and water bottle to keep hydrated.

We will be paint the large map along with a hopscotch and mirror me games.  We love doing this community service project in honor of our fellow Rotarian Brian McDonough.

Please sign up so we can get an idea of how many volunteers we will have!  Thank you in advance.

Carl Little is a senior vice president at Houston Methodist and the CEO of Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital. He brings nearly 15 years of leadership experience within the system, including serving as vice president and COO at Houston Methodist Willowbrook, director of Business Development, and administrator in the Houston Methodist Physician Organization.

Little’s appointment follows the retirement of Wayne Voss, who led Houston Methodist West for almost two decades. Under Voss’s tenure, the hospital saw significant growth, including a $247 million expansion project and national recognition for its care quality.

In his new role, Little is committed to continuing the hospital’s mission of providing “unparalleled safety, quality, service, and innovation” while expanding services to meet the needs of the fast-growing Katy and West Houston communities. His leadership comes as Houston Methodist West is undergoing major upgrades, including a new 36-bed observation unit, four advanced operating rooms, expanded emergency department capacity, enhanced neonatal intensive care, and a modernized endoscopy suite.

Dr. Laura Choi earned her medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine. She completed her residency training in general surgery at Columbia Hospitals at St. Luke’s Roosevelt and went on to pursue fellowship training at New York Medical College.

Board certified in General Surgery and Obesity Medicine, Dr. Choi specializes in bariatric surgery and the comprehensive management of obesity.

Eric is a first generation Chinese American who was born in Taiwan. He moved to the United States after he graduated from High School. Eric was invited to join the Rotary Club of Memorial-Spring Branch in 2005. He has been active since he joined Rotary with perfect attendance for the last 21 years. Eric met his wife Sandra in 1986 while they were both attending college in Houston. They got married in 1988. They have one son, Blake, who is also practicing Chiropractic in Houston.

Eric has been volunteering in club, district, zone, and international level within Rotary International. He and Sandra belong to the Major Donor, Bequest, Paul Harris, and White Hat Society. He is currently the District Rotary Foundation Chair of our district and he has been training and facilitating the District Governors internationally and in our paired zones for the last 5 years.     

Eric Liu, DC, CCSP

Rotary District 5890 Rotary Foundation Chair 2024-2028

Rotary International Assembly Training Leader 2022-2023

Rotary Public Image Coordinator 2018-2021

Lone Star PETS Board Member 2019-2022

Rotary International District 5890 Governor 2016-17

6628 Wilcrest Dr. Ste. C, Houston, Texas 77072

Mobil: 7135943379

Paint USA at Kilpatrick Elementary

Please join us on Saturday, November 21 at Kilpatrick Elementary 8:00 am.  This is a repaint so we should be done by 12:00 pm.  I will be there at 7:15 am to unload supplies.  Please park in the teacher parking lot.  You will see the black fencing near the playground.  Be sure to dress comfortable and in clothes that you are able to sweat and get dirty!!  We will have access to a bathroom from the school. 

Bring your towel and water bottle to keep hydrated.

We will be paint the large map along with a hopscotch and mirror me games.  We love doing this community service project in honor of our fellow Rotarian Brian McDonough.

Please sign up so we can get an idea of how many volunteers we will have!  Thank you in advance.

 Davis Loesch is one of the longtime leaders of the Rotary Club of Katy and is best known as the founder and chairman of the Wild West Brewfest. Under his leadership, the Brewfest has become one of the premier beer festivals in North America while raising significant funds for charitable causes throughout the Katy community.

Some highlights of his community impact include:

• Founder and Chairman of Wild West Brewfest – He helped launch the festival as a Rotary fundraiser, and it has grown into an award-winning event that has generated millions of dollars for local charities, scholarships, and nonprofit organizations.
• Longtime Rotarian – David has been an active member of the Rotary Club of Katy for many years and regularly updates the club on Brewfest planning, fundraising, and community impact.
• Community Philanthropist – Through Rotary, he has supported scholarships for local students, grants to nonprofit organizations, Katy ISD fine arts programs, veterans' organizations, and numerous community service projects.
• Business Leader – Outside of Rotary, he is associated with DRL Group, a Katy-based municipal securities firm.

David is widely respected in the Katy community for combining business leadership with community service. His work through the Rotary Club of Katy and Wild West Brewfest has helped fund countless projects benefiting local schools, veterans, first responders, nonprofits, and families in need.

Commissioner Vincent Morales is a longtime Fort Bend County resident, business owner and former mayor. Since 2011, he has devoted his time in office to serving the citizens of the county he calls home. In November 2016, he was elected to Fort Bend County Commissioner’s Court for Precinct 1. He has since been re-elected for a second and third term in November 2020 & 2024.

Prior to serving as Commissioner, Morales  was the co-owner and operator of GreenScape Associates, LLC, a landscape management, design and build firm serving residential, commercial and governmental clients.  An active member of the community, Vincent has been involved as a board member for multiple non-profit organizations over the past 20 years.  A passionate advocate for animals, Vincent is the founder of Fort Bend PAWS, a 501C3 dedicated to the mission of supporting Fort Bend County Animal Services.

Vincent is married to Fort Bend County native Regina Klingle Morales, President of GreenScape Associates, LLC. They have two children, The Honorable Christopher G. Morales, County Court at Law 1 Judge, and Justin Morales, Vice President of GreenScape Associates, LLC, and two daughter-in-laws, Vanessa and Brooke Morales. They, along with their three grandchildren, Madelyn, William and Parker Morales, all live in Fort Bend.

Morales is committed to continuing his public service in his role as Commissioner, Precinct 1 with a focus on maintaining a high level of county services and infrastructure to the residents and taxpayers he represents.

 is one of the longtime leaders of the Rotary Club of Katy and is best known as the founder and chairman of the Wild West Brewfest. Under his leadership, the Brewfest has become one of the premier beer festivals in North America while raising significant funds for charitable causes throughout the Katy community.

Some highlights of his community impact include:

• Founder and Chairman of Wild West Brewfest – He helped launch the festival as a Rotary fundraiser, and it has grown into an award-winning event that has generated millions of dollars for local charities, scholarships, and nonprofit organizations.
• Longtime Rotarian – David has been an active member of the Rotary Club of Katy for many years and regularly updates the club on Brewfest planning, fundraising, and community impact.
• Community Philanthropist – Through Rotary, he has supported scholarships for local students, grants to nonprofit organizations, Katy ISD fine arts programs, veterans' organizations, and numerous community service projects.
• Business Leader – Outside of Rotary, he is associated with DRL Group, a Katy-based municipal securities firm.

David is widely respected in the Katy community for combining business leadership with community service. His work through the Rotary Club of Katy and Wild West Brewfest has helped fund countless projects benefiting local schools, veterans, first responders, nonprofits, and families in need.