April 1: Laugh for a cause
Cy-Hope is hosting a comedy night event at the Cypress Alamo featuring Comedy Sportz. Food and drinks will be available for purchase and tickets are available online. 7-10 p.m. $25 (per person), $125 (table of six). Cypress Alamo, 12715 Telge Road, Cypress. 713-466-4673. www.cy-hope.org
April 2: Support a local nonprofit at Springfest
Local nonprofit Reach Unlimited is hosting its annual Springfest fundraiser for the Learning Activity Center. This year’s theme is “Rise Like a Phoenix” and will feature a walk-a-thon, carnival games, a game truck, vendors, live entertainment and a silent auction. Parking will be available at Lamkin Elementary School. 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $25. 11832 Mueller Cemetery Road, Cypress. 281-213-8132. http://reachunlimited.networkforgood.com
April 5: Attend the 25th Annual Salute to the Stars Gala
The Cy-Fair Educational Foundation will celebrate Cy-Fair ISD’s Teacher of the Year honorees at the 25th anniversary of the event. The gala will include dinner, entertainment, an auction, drawings for honorees and a giveaway from Cy-Fair Federal Credit Union. 6 p.m. $500-$6,000 (sponsorship opportunities). Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress. 281-370-0144. www.thecfef.org
April 5: Network and learn at Shield Bearer
Sergeant John Klafka of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office will make a presentation on sexual assault in the Houston area. Breakfast will be served at the networking event, and a Zoom option is also available. Register at www.loom.ly/ZT2U9DI. 8:30-10 a.m. Free. Shield Bearer Counseling Services, 12337 Jones Road, Ste. 114, Houston. www.shieldbearer.org
April 6: Support Cy-Hope at a fundraiser
There will be a clay shooting event to raise funds for Cy-Hope. Participants can register individually or in teams of four, and registration is available online. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $20-$1,300. Westside Sporting Grounds, 10120 Pattison Road, Katy. www.cy-hope.org
April 7: Get to know the Cy-Fair Women’s Club
The Cy-Fair Women’s Club is celebrating 40 years of service to the community in 2022 and is hosting a social event for members and nonmembers. 6:30 p.m. Free (admission). HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress Conference Center, 21214 Hwy. 290, Cypress. http://cy-fair-womens-club.portalbuzz.com
April 9: Celebrate Founder’s Day in Jersey Village
The city of Jersey Village is hosting a carnival to celebrate Founder’s Day at Clark Henry Park. The evening will feature carnival rides, bingo, a cake walk and food and will conclude with a fireworks show. While various portions of the event are free, wristbands can be purchased to guarantee access to certain features. 4:30-9:30 p.m. $10-$40. Clark Henry Park, 7804 Equador St., Jersey Village. 713-466-2100. www.jerseyvillagetx.com/page/events.foundersday
April 9: Take part in the CFISD Superintendent’s Fun Run
Cy-Fair ISD will hold the ninth annual Superintendent’s Fun Run at the Berry Center. The fun run has 5K and 1-mile options, and proceeds from the event go to scholarships for students and staff development grants. Registration is closed, but members of the community are encouraged to attend and cheer on participants. 8 a.m. $10-$25. Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress. 281-894-3950. www.cfisd.net
April 9: Pedal for a Purpose with Boys and Girls Country
Boys and Girls Country is hosting a bike ride fundraiser to benefit children from families in crisis. Cyclists can choose from the 23-mile, 46-mile or 63-mile routes; start times are staggered from 7:30-8:30 a.m. 6:30 a.m. $40 (advance registration), $50 (on-site). Community of Faith, 16124 Becker Road, Hockley. 281-351-4978. www.boysandgirlscountry.org
April 11: Golf for Cy-Hope
The Backyard Grill is hosting its 20th annual BYG Bash Golf Tournament benefiting Cy-Hope and the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation. The event is in a four-person scramble format with different sponsorship and player packages available. 11 a.m. (shotgun start). $30-$1,500. Jersey Meadow Golf Club, 8502 Rio Grande St., Jersey Village. 281-897-9200. www.thebackyardgrill.com
April 12: Visit Lone Star College’s open house
All Lone Star College campuses will be holding open house activities. Visitors can learn about academic programs, student life organizations and workforce training offered through LSC and its campuses. 4-6 p.m. Free. Lone Star College-CyFair, 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress. 281-290-3200. www.lonestar.edu/openhouse
April 9 and 16: Participate in an Easter egg hunt
The Foundry Church is holding an egg hunt on the church lawn ahead of Easter. After finding the eggs, participants can enjoy a petting zoo, a bounce house and a family photo booth. Cotton candy and drinks will also be available for $2. 10 a.m. (April 9 at Jones Road), 4 p.m. (April 16 at Fry Road). Free (admission). The Foundry Church, 8350 Jones Road, Houston; 10203 Fry Road, Cypress. 713-937-9388. www.foundrychurch.org
April 28: Find a job in Cy-Fair ISD
The local school district is hosting a career fair for those interested in working for CFISD. Preregistration is open online and is optional. Participants are required to bring a copy of their resume and certificate/ACP letter. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Free. Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress. 281-897-4189. www.cfisd.net
April 29: Enjoy Mozart’s Requiem and Gjeilo
The Houston Choral Society will perform Mozart’s “Requiem” and “Gjeilo.” Tickets are available now through the choral society’s website. 7:30 p.m. $15-$30. Tallowood Baptist Church, 555 Tallowood Road, Houston. 832-478-6986. www.houstonchoral.org
April 29-30: Shop the Cypress Market
Community members can peruse artisan vendor booths at the Cypress Market. The first day of the market is a VIP event, and the second day will be open to the public. 6:30-9:30 p.m. (April 29), 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (April 30). $20 (VIP ticket). Free (admission Sat.). Cy-Hope, 12715 Telge Road, Cypress. 713-466-4673. www.cy-hope.org
April 30-May 1: Get festive with Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church
All are welcome to the 37th annual Spring Festival at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church. This event features live entertainment, food, silent and live auctions, bingo and other family activities. 6-11 p.m. (April 30), noon-7 p.m. (May 1). Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church, 11507 Huffmeister Road, Houston. 281-469-5533. www.ctrcc.com/springfestival
April 30: Attend Boys and Girls Country’s Spring Festival
The Boys and Girls Country will hold its Spring Festival fundraiser at the end of April. Supporters of the organization and members of the community are invited to take part in the activities and games planned and visit vendor booths on-site. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $5 (ages 4 and under), $20 (ages 5 and up); food and activity tickets are $1 each. Boys and Girls Country, 18806 Roberts Road, Hockley. 281-351-4978. www.boysandgirlscountry.org
