Katy-area residents can enjoy a variety of events in late July and throughout the month of August.

Take a look at eight events coming up. This list is noncomprehensive.

July 24: Tai Chi at Central Green Park

Sifu Whit McClendon, who has 35 years of kung fu and tai chi experience, leads a tai chi class at Central Green Park on Tuesday and Saturday mornings. The class includes breathing exercises and a short-form flow. All skill levels and ages are welcome. 8:30-9 a.m. Free. Central Green Park, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy. 713-502-4925. www.centralgreenpark.com

July 29: Latin Thursdays at Katy Vibes


Katy Vibes hosts a Latin night on Thursdays. The event features a DJ and drink specials. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Free. Katy Vibes, 24757 Katy Freeway, Katy. 832-437-2807. www.katyvibes.com

Aug. 7: Fulshear Farmers Market

The Fulshear Farmers Market takes place on Saturdays and features a wide variety of goods made, grown or produced within 200 miles of Fulshear. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 9035 Bois D’Arc Lane, Fulshear. 713-703-4129. www.fulshearfarmersmarket.com

Aug. 13: Nailstring Art Party at Battlehops Brewing


Brico Craft Studio is hosting a pop-up nail string art party at Battlehops Brewing. Attendees can select a stencil and can customize their projects with their favorite paint or stain and string colors as well as stringing design. 7-9 p.m. $45. Battlehops Brewing, 6801 Highway Blvd., Katy. 832-324-5284. www.battlehopsbrewing.com

Aug. 14: Back to School Glow Party at Central Green Park

A family-friendly back-to-school glow party at Central Green Park will celebrate the upcoming school year and provide a way to give back. Katy Christian Ministries Crisis Center will accept donations of new teddy bears, blankets, underwear and clothes for students. 6-9 p.m. Free. Central Green Park, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy. www.facebook.com/events/159383212759499

Aug. 17: Monthly Networking Event


Houston-Katy Premier Professional Business Networking hosts guests the third Tuesday of the month at Texas Borders. 5:30-7 p.m. Free. Texas Borders Bar & Grill, 20940 Katy Freeway, Katy. www.facebook.com/inhouston-katy-premier-professional-business-networking-in-katy-164937790844

Aug. 18: Family Story Time: Letters and Numbers

Families with children of all ages can enjoy stories, songs and action rhymes in-person at the library. Take-home crafts will be available at the end of the program. Free. Cinco Ranch Public Library, 2620 Commercial Center Blvd., Katy. 281-395-1311. www.fortbend.lib.tx.us

Aug. 21: Tailpipes & Tacos


A monthly car cruise event with tacos, coffee and prizes takes place on the third Saturday of each month at Tex-Mex restaurant Lupe Tortilla in Katy. The event will occur monthly through December. 8 a.m.-11 a.m. Free. Lupe Tortilla, 703 W. Grand Parkway S., Katy. 281-392-2322. www.carcruisefinder.com