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Picky Fig Farm Stand now open

The Picky Fig Farm Stand brings a self-serve, honor-system stop for homemade goods and farm-fresh staples, owner Susanna Townend said.

The details: Townend said her family moved from Houston to the country during the COVID-19 pandemic in search of a slower pace and a deeper connection to the land. What started with gardening, beekeeping and raising chickens grew into a family project—and eventually, a farm stand.

Townend said placing the stand on the grounds of Convenience RV at the Fish Pond—next door to the Fish Pond Restaurant—felt like a natural extension of the family’s investment in the area as the restaurant is being revamped and expanded.

The stand offers small-batch habanero jam, pickled dill carrots, baked goods, free-range eggs, herbs and seasonal flowers, Townend said.

  • 17091 Hwy. 75, Willis
 
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Montgomery council honors late Council Member Tom Czulewicz with proclamation

Montgomery City Council honored the life and public service of Council Member Thomas “Tom” Czulewicz, who died Dec. 30, through a formal proclamation presented during the Jan. 13 meeting.

The impact: Council’s proclamation outlined Czulewicz’s path into local government, noting he previously served on the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission—from Oct. 24, 2023, until his resignation May 13—before joining City Council in Place 3 on May 13, where he served until his death.

The proclamation also highlighted Czulewicz’s military career, describing a 34-year tenure in the U.S. Navy’s submarine service and noting he retired in 1995 with the rank of commander. It additionally referenced his civilian public service roles and community work, including helping lead the Gift Event Foundation, a nonprofit that collects and delivers donations to support veterans.

 
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MLK Unity Parade, MLK Tribute Concert: 9 events to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the Greater Houston area

From volunteer events to parades, there are several events to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the Greater Houston area. 

MLK Lonestar
The Lone Star Community Center is holding an event to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.

  • Jan. 19, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Free
  • Lone Star Community Center, 2500 Lone Star Parkway, Montgomery

Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The Woodlands Methodist Church is holding its 37th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day with performances and guest speakers who highlight the importance of service and inclusion.
  • Jan. 18, 4 p.m.
  • Free
  • 2200 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands

MLK Day of Service
During the MLK Day of Service Hope Farms event, volunteers will be able to help with winter cleanup and garden bed preparation, tree planting, landscape renewal, spring flower planting and other light contribution projects.
  • Jan. 19, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Free
  • Hope Farms, 10401 Scott St., Houston
 

FOODIE FRIDAY
Check out these new restaurants and bars opening across the Houston area.

Mao Cai Hot Pot Express now serving Sichuan cuisine in Cypress

The new hot pot eatery soft-opened to the community in late December and will host a grand opening Jan. 25, according to an announcement.

Mao Cai Hot Pot Express serves dishes inspired by Chengdu, China including individual hot pot bowls with broth, noodles and a variety of meats and vegetables. The restaurant operates with a fast-casual, build-your-own approach to Sichuan cuisine, per its social media.
  • 20510 West Road, Ste. 100, Cypress

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🍛 New Indian restaurant with modern twists to open in Webster
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☕️ Mazajj Organic Coffee now open in Cypress
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🍣 Ichiban Hibachi Steakhouse and Sushi Bar opens 2nd Katy location
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Caffe Di Fiore to open second location in Montgomery with Mexican, Italian comfort food menu

Caffe Di Fiore is planning a soft opening for its new Montgomery location Jan. 23, followed by a grand opening March 6, owner Eduardo Camarena said. He said the team chose the Conroe-Montgomery area to offer locals a warm, welcoming spot with “something a little different,” blending Mexican and Italian influences alongside familiar American comfort dishes.

Camarena said the business is built on family values and aims to create a friendly atmosphere where guests can gather often, whether dining with friends, as a couple or solo.
  • 19380 Hwy. 105 W., Ste. 502, Montgomery

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Real estate, networking and prizes: Community Impact's InCIder Hour heading to Houston on Jan. 21

As part of its newly relaunched community-supported membership program, InCIder, Community Impact is hosting InCIder Hours across the state—events designed to celebrate and engage the company’s top supporters.

Event details: Houston’s first InCIder Hour will take place from 5:30-7 p.m. Jan. 21 at Community Impact’s Houston headquarters, 16300 Northwest Freeway, Jersey Village.

Guests will have the opportunity to network with fellow InCIders, meet Community Impact staff and attend a moderated real estate-focused panel.

Become an InCIder today to get your invite! We’ll see you there.
 

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