Events:

June 18^th PJ’s & Pajamas (a Shop n Sip)

June 21st~ Chesson Dental Office Tour

June 25^th  Brunch & Munch New Member Orientation at Skeeters Mesquite Grill

New Partners

College Nannies & Tutors is the nation’s largest resource for customized nanny and tutoring services. Combine that with strong and dedicated local ownership, we have the passion and the means to provide a role model precisely targeted to your family needs. 15% off the full-time, part-time, or on-call enrollment fee.

Pinot’s Palette is a paint studio right here in Katy! Bring your friends, open your favorite bottle of wine and get ready to be inspired by our local artists who will guide you step-by-step through a featured painting. At the end of the night…leave with your own masterpiece.

BMF Carpet Cleaning caters to residential and comercial customers.  We are BBB Members who really do get down to the dirt.

Our one-of-a-kind boutique features walls lined with old-fashioned and nostalgic candy, shelves stocked with the finest chocolates from around the world, and the best new candies around! We also offer gourmet coffee, malts and shakes. Come in for some delicious Dryer’s Ice Cream while you sip a soft drink in our store or enjoying our outdoor patio complete with free Wi-Fi!

If you can dream it Glam Girls Parties can create it! Glam Girls Parties is a full-service event planning company that provides complete planning, consulting, and supervision of all your social events specializing in childrens parties on any budget.

We offer everything from custom parties as well as complete preplanned party packages. Glam Girls does all the worrying for you by also supplying everything from themed party favors to cakes! All of our parties include a two host minimum, set up, and clean up so that you can sit back and enjoy making memories!

Hi-Yaa! Are you looking for a martial arts school for your child or yourself that’s fun, energetic and family-focused? Fort Bend TaeKwonDo is all that AND is part of Taekwondo America, ones of the nation’s premier martial arts organizations.
Moxie Moms get 15% discount trial period and membership. Does not include testing fees, sparring gear, tournament fees, or retail purchases.

MANI • PEDI • WAX

-no fumes, drills or jets

An eco-friendly salon that nurturing you with the most natural elements that Mother Nature has to offer!

Our products are…

ORGANIC • PARABEN FREE • VEGAN

DBP, TOLUENE, FORMALDEHYDE FREE

FORMALDEHYDE-RESIN FREE

Our back bar products are   locally manufactured and 100% organic!  Our services and products are safe during conception and pregnancy!  Not only safe for mom, but baby too and safe during IVF process.  Our environment is friendly for those suffering from lung disorders, allergies, or other health complications

Because we care about the long term health of our clients, the products selected for our treatments are the most natural and highest quality products on the market. We have also incorporated fresh fruits, veggies and essential oils into our treatments for their maximum healing properties.  We strive to use earth-friendly products and provide a peaceful environment conducive to relaxation.  Since we believe that natural nails are a better choice over enhancements, we strongly recommend enhancement removal if necessary and that you allow us to help you restore and strengthen your natural nails the healthy way.

Overture enhances music aptitude in young children with live multicultural music, creative movement, drumming, singing, pattern instruction in rhythm and melody, and play. For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartners in Houston, Texas. Includes a year-round weekend studio, a summer day camp, and school-year residencies.

Based on the cutting-edge Music Learning Theory research of Dr. Edwin Gordon, classes include performances by live professional musicians, child interaction with instruments, and vocal and dance improvisations to music of varied cultural sources.

Spotlight Partner ~ Moxie Summer Camp Directory has additional offers from our partners.

Moxie Partner’s Summer Camp Directory

Overture       

  Kids      

Overture enhances music aptitude in young children with live multicultural music, creative movement, drumming, and singing, pattern instruction in rhythm and melody, and play. For babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartners in Houston, Texas. Includes a year-round weekend studio, a summer day camp, and school-year residencies.

Based on the cutting-edge Music Learning Theory research of Dr. Edwin Gordon, classes include performances by live professional musicians, child interaction with instruments, and vocal and dance improvisations to music of varied cultural sources. Discount of 15% on any studio class or camp registration. FREE first visit to any studio class.

Link for Summer Camp Registration

http://guestlistapp.com/events/46695

Create and Bounce

A little bit of exercise goes a long way toward inspiring young artists’ minds. BounceU’s Create and Bounce program gives kids ages 5 – 11a chance to enjoy physical activity and creative time in equal doses, promoting the growth of imagination. It’s a one-of-a-kind camp experience they’ll never forget. Only $99 dollars for three days what an amazing deal!

NOW ENROLLING FOR SUMMER CAMP!

View Pricing and Details Make a Reservation NOW

http://www.bounceu.com/party-places-for- kids/texas/houston-west/classes-camps/

KVPA Summer Camp Program

KVPAC is very happy that Moxie Moms is excited for summer camps and anticipates much participation in our program from your members this summer.

As a courtesy, we are prepared to offer your organization a discount of 100% off the annual registration fee of $25 when a current Moxie Mom member registers for two or more camps at the same time.

• Moxie Moms must register in person to show their valid membership card. • Register for two or more camps (may be one child in two camps or two children each in one camp). • Then their annual registration fee is waived

http://kvpac.org/files/summer2011catfinalweb.pdf

http://kvpac.org/pages/view_all_classes_193.asp

Soccer Shots Houston Summer Schedule

Soccer Shots is a program offered to children 3-8 that meets once a week at daycare centers, schools, and parks throughout the city to introduce your child to soccer! We not only teach soccer skills, but also work on improving balance, coordination, and agility

with the kids. Soccer Shots also uses the sessions to teach children important concepts such as teamwork, sharing and respect.

Moxie Moms save 15% off sessions

http://houston.soccershots.org/

Adventure Kids Playcare Summer Camps

Adventure Kids Playcare is a unique drop-in childcare and

entertainment center for kid’s ages 6 weeks to 12 years old.

Your kids can play, explore and learn while in our safe and

secure environment. We have: large playscape with slide,

playhouses, air hockey/pool table/ping pong, computers, Wii

game stations, and Karoake/DVD’s. Adventure Kids is

offering Moxie Moms 15% off summer camps.

http://web.adventurekidsplaycare.com/Flyer_Summer%20Camp_DFW _Katy.pdf

Summer Camp

Imagine Arts Studio offers music lessons (private and group) and Kindermusik classes. Kindermusik is the world’s leading publisher of music and movement curricula for parents and their children, ages newborn to 7 years old. 

http://www.imagineartsstudio.com/Summer_Camps.html

http://www.imagineartsstudio.com/Registration_%26_Fees.htm

Summertime Kid’s Yoga

Kid’s Yoga will be offered as mini-camps, two hours each day for a week. Activities will include yoga, crafts, stories and games. But here is best part: moms of registered kids can enjoy a bit of heaven at the same time! During the 2-hour kid’s yoga camp, we will also be offering

Pampered Mom Event each day for the moms! Pampered Mom events include Yoga and Chocolate, Introduction to Belly Dancing, Massage, Cooking Lessons, and more! Two Sessions Offered: July 11 – 15 and Aug 8 – 12 both sessions are 2:00 – 4:00 PM

Designed for ages 5 to 10 Sessions are $109 per child, Pampered Mom events are $13 each, or $50 for the Entire week! 

http://www.yogawest.net/yw/classes-workshops-fees/young- yogis/

Houston Zoofari Summer Camp Summer Camp Zoofari is an action-packed, hands-on, weeklong day camp for kid’s ages 4-12. Kids learn about the natural world, wildlife conservation and the animals that call the Houston Zoo home. These educational, fun-filled camps fill quickly, so be sure to register soon! For dates and pricing, please see our camp brochure below.

http://www.houstonzoo.org/camp/

Summer Jump-N-Art Camp Jump-N-Art is a one of kind camp, offered exclusively at Pump it up. Kids spend part of their time exploring their inner artists and the rest of their time laughing, playing games-and of course, and bouncing. June 14,15,16, & 28,29,30 July 12,13,14, & 26,27,28 August 9,10,11& 16,17,18 from 9:30am-2: 30pm includes lunch and snacks themes change every camp. For ages 4-12 discounts for siblings. Moxie Moms have a special offer. Our 3-day Jump-N-Art camps cost $125 for the 3- day session. For Moxie Moms it will cost $100. A $25 discount. Must show Moxie Moms card for the discount. Call or drop in to register 281-829-5711 Pump it Up of Katy 923 South Mason Road Katy, Texas 77450

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Please be advised that A Bunch of Fun Play Center in conjunction with Mad Science and Lango will be hosting camps. *** Summer Camps @ A Bunch of Fun Play Center ***

Also, for our babies we will be having Tummy Time Classes with Ms.

Whitney/Imagination Inc. starting in June. The Tummy Time Class will be offered at 10% discount for Moxie Moms. *** Infant Tummy Time @ A Bunch of Fun Play Center ***

We have a 2-hour drop off preschool prep for ages 2-5, and we will be having classes throughout the summer *** Preschool Prep (Ages 2-5) @ A Bunch of Fun *** Moxie Mom member will be eligible for $10 off 6-week registration (Offer Expires June 30).

Please advise you member to check out the ABOF schedule for fun classes, programs and events throughout the summer.

*** A Bunch of Fun Calendar/Schedule *** 

We are extremely excited to announce the May calendar with new paintings and events. We will also be starting our Kids camps in June with great painting, arts and crafts and lots of FUN!! The cost is $225 for the week with hours from 10 am – 2 pm. Look for the kids camp Icon on our calendar to register your child today. We are taking reservations no for all summer camps and classes for kids!. We look forward to all of our kids events this summer!! Email us at katy@pinotspalette.com to reserve your spot for camp or to set up your birthday party today! Moxie Moms Save 15% off Summer Day Camps.

Camp Dates

June 6th – 10th * Entering grades 1st – 4th June 13th – 17th * Entering grades 5th – 8th

July 11th – 15th * Entering grades 1st – 4th July 18th – 22nd * Entering grades 5th – 8th

http://www.pinotspalette.com/Katy

Your 2-5 yr. old will get the best of both worlds by participating in our 2 hr. drop-off camp and enjoy our unlimited Open Gym play times with you. (Fee includes all FREE Open Gym times.)

Our camp includes age-appropriate activities on our customized equipment, summer themes, art projects, games, and more!

June/Circus Fun: We’ll clown around under the big top taming the circus animals and playing carnival games.

July/ Summer Splash: Explore the sand & water as we hunt for shells, dive under the sea, and create summer art.

August/Transportation Station: Planes, trains and automobiles! What more could you ask for? Register for a month at a time or do all 3 months! You choose your start date. Enrollment may begin at anytime. Moxie Moms $20 off the regular price of $108 per month 

http://www.gymboreeclasses.com/index.jsp

Summer Fest was a success! All about Katy and Chick Fila did a great job organizing the event and informing parents about Summer Activities going on in Katy. We enjoyed meeting some of our mom’s at the meet and greet and I hope to meet more of the moxie network in the future. We love partner referrals so send them our way!  Interested in promoting your business contact me about the Moxie Market we are in the planning stages but the event is set for 10/7.  Also, send me the info you come across about awesome events all around town our Moxie Moms need to know or just post on the calendar. Welcome aboard Leanne Moreno to the Moxie Team she will work to add more partners to our network and improve Moxie operations.

Happy summer!

(2)    New partner announcements

We are adding new partner’s everyday!

Baby Signs with Jaime Burris

The Baby Signs® Program is based on the groundbreaking research which began an international movement to teach hearing babies to use signs. After 20 years of careful study, researchers proved that using signs actually enhances language, cognitive, and social-emotional development

Fast Twitch

Whether you are a star, a rising star or just someone wanting to be a better athlete Fast Twitch Athletic Training & Personal Fitness Center can help you reach your full potential as an athlete and take your game to the next level. 15% discount on 1-on-1 personal training, sport performance training, Fitness Boot Camps, Weight Loss Class fees and therapy treatments. Also, general memberships are available to Moxie Moms membes for $20 instead of $25.

Noelle MacGregor Photography & Design

Specializes in maternity, newborn, children and family photography. Other than newborn sessions, most memories will be captured in natural light at a location of your choosing. 15% off regularly priced sessions and prints. If prints are ordered within one week of when proofs are posted, receive duplicate prints for half price.

Texas Cheer

Texas Lonestar Cheer Company strives to teach individuals and teams to be the best athlete and team that they can be. We have classes and teams for ages 3 and up. Texas Cheer offers TumbleCheer tots classes and Showteams for ages 3,4 and 5, Tumbling Classses, Jump classes, Flying and Stretch Classes, Pre-Teams and Competitive teams. We have a class for all your cheer needs. to be a cheerleader, whether it be in school or allstars. 15% off.

Fit and Fun Kids

Fit and Fun Kids aims to introduce young children to exercise, sports, and healthy living. Fit and Fun Kids wants to encourage children to get up and move (and continue moving for life). Through our exciting programs (classes, camps, playdates, and parties), they will not only move, but also have a blast. 15% off of all services and packages as well as 10% off of all merchandise.

A Bunch of Fun

A Bunch of Fun is a vibrant indoor play and learning center were Kids can explore, create, pretend, problem solve, and learn valuable skills all in one spacious, safe, and clean play area. The 6,000 square-foot play center boasts a playhouse, slides, large sand box, manipulative toys, and imagination-inspiring play areas for children, as well as a snack bar and a comfy area with TVs and WiFi for the adults. 15% off Open Play Admission and 10% off the base party packages. Please check website or call for Open Play Hours

Sweet Things Ice Cream Shoppe is family owned and operated, by your neighbors, right here in Katy, Texas USA!

Hand-made on site, specialty ice cream shop. 
We cater! Birthday Parties, and Tours available! 
Home made ice cream using only the freshest ingredients, made with love. 15% discount, excluding $1 cones

(3) Special offers from partners

Look for additional last minute sign up offers for Summer Camp in an additional email

(4) Special events

Check out our Facebook Page and website for additional details and times for Moxie Events

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Moxie-Moms-of-Greater-Houston/178673594255?sk=events

http://www.moxie-moms.com/txgreaterhouston/events.php

6/2 Thursday 5:00pm

Soccer Shots Trial Class for Moxie Moms  Grand Lakes

6/3 Chick FilA New Member Orientation

6/8 Wednesday at 2pm

Yoga West Open House

6/13 & 6/14 11:00am

Ice Cream Shop Tour at Sweet Things Ice Cream Shoppe

Remember to “Like Us” on Facebook! Because, you never know when a Moxie give away can happen and it only happens on our Facebook page!

Thanks

Leanne & Lindy

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New Partner

Our Newest Partner is Bake My Day Katy, where you can get your favorite sweet treat or plan your next party. Bake My Day’s renowned team of baker and decorators will create a scrumptious dessert to compliment any special event from weddings to birthdays, graduations to retirements. If you need more information about Bake My Day please call 281-392-0757 or 832-876-1799  for more information.

Click here for more info

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Announcements from partners

Bounce U now offers Moxie Moms 20% off open bounce plus $30 dollars off party packages (excluding the ‘limited’ package).

Click here for more info

Before the kids are out of school and the neighborhood pool opens, start getting ready now!

Anytime Fitness Gym offers 50% off enrollment and 15% off monthly dues.

Put a “spring” in your step.

Click here for more info

Katy Visual & Performing Arts

KVPAC is registering for the Summer Camp Programs for 3-5 year olds! Artistic kids needed for drama, art and 100% fun.  Or, enroll in a Pre-K class for an activity away from the heat! And remember that KVPAC offers a 10% tuition discount (nonprofit’s offer r 10% vs. 15%) on the following classes:  Arts Alive!, Music & Me, Mom & Me Music, Mom & Me Open Art Studio, Let’s Pretend, Pink Art & Pretend, and Pre K Summer Camps (ages 3-5). In addition, take $25 off registration fee for the Pre K @ KVPAC!.Discounts cannot be combined with other discount programs.

Click here for more info

Check out Art Montage’s Yoga for all ages!

Click here for more info

Spring into action with a one week free pass at Stroller Fit Katy!

Stroller Fit is a great way Mom can get into the groove of spring.

Click here for more info

Every week Macaroni Kid Katy strives to publish a great family newsletter, with interesting articles, and of course, a list of great kid and family friendly activities and events in Katy and around Houston!

Click here for more info

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Special events

KAPOM Buy & Sell

Saturday April 2nd

8:00 am to 12:00pm

The Church of Holy Apostles

1225 W. Grand Pkwy. S.

Katy, TX 77494

The Katy Area Parents of Multiples NEW consignment style garage sale will be selling gently used child related and household items. Over 35 families will be selling children?s and adult clothing, including boutique style items, toys and equipment.

Contact kapom@kapom.org for more information.

We will also be hosting a bake sale, so come hungry!

Sponsored by KAPOM.

Events Calendar

Cinco Ranch Picnic Sponsored by The Children’s Lighthouse

Check out local vendors plus a variety of activities to keep the kids entertained. Plus a fashion show for all chic kiddos.

Click here for more event details

Moxie Moms New Member Orientation in April 4/7 & 4/8 Our host is Adventure Kids Playcare

We will have the lego lady & Mr. Dray the music Man! Come check the newest place in town for drop in childcare.

Click here for more event details

Summer Fest 2011 at The Villiago Town Center Cinco Ranch

Saturday April 9th | 10am to 4pm

The Villagio Town Center

Corner of Peek Rd and Westheimer Parkway

What will your children be doing this summer?

Explore the options� Enjoy the fun!

FREE Admission.  Children will LOVE our FREE Kids Zone area with Capital

One Photo Booth, BattleTech Pods, Video Gaming Theater, Face Painting &

Balloons by Katy Mae, Frozen Ropes Pitching Inflatable, Pump it Up Bounce

House, Rock Wall, and Smith Ranch Katy Petting Zoo.  Parents this is your

opportunity to visit with businesses offering summer camps and classes and

ask your questions face to face.

Click here for more info

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Introducing Lindy Rajput: Event Coordinator for Moxie Moms

Moxie Moms is excited to announce our new event coordinator for Greater Houston: Lindy Rajput, mother of two boys. Kamran and Jake, who keep everything exciting in their household.

Lindy is a native Texan who has lived in Katy for four years. She also helps organize a local Katy playgroup so her event planning skills are up to speed. Lindy loves frozen yogurt so you will see her create some upcoming events that involve Orange Leaf  http://orangeleafyogurt.com.

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Have you given the gift of Moxie? You can purchase a membership for Mother’s Day for half off! That is right, only $29 dollars for a whole year. What a treat for Mom because not only does she save on kid activities. Mom saves $ off a shopping trip or a day at the spa.  Check out our discount partners.

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