It's Super Bowl weekend, but that's not all there is to do in the Katy area. Start early on Thursday with some Tai Chi or an awards gala or catch some live music Friday, family activities on Saturday and the Mark A. Chapman YMCA's first birthday party Sunday. Here are 11 events to choose from this weekend: THURSDAY
1. Right At Home - Oak Park Tai Chi Practice
Beginner Tai Chi Practice holds this public practice for Tai Chi students of all skill and experience levels at Oak Park. 11-11:30 a.m. Free. 200 Katy Fort Bend Road, Katy. 281-727-8227. www.facebook.com/events/133526657458297
2. West I-10 Chamber 16th Annual Appreciation Awards Gala
The Chamber honors state Rep. Cecil Bell Jr., R.-Magnolia, at Beckendorff Farms for his service in “True Texas Style.” 6:30 p.m. $75 per person. 28533 Morton Road, Katy. 281-375-8100. Tickets and information here.
3. Dinosaur Night at Morton Ranch Elementary
EEEK Science LLC hosts the event to engage students of all ages with learning about science. This week’s event focuses on dinosaurs. 5:30-7 p.m. Free. 2502 Mason Road, Katy. 614-397-4845. www.facebook.com/events/1950647225198512 FRIDAY
4. Infinity's Twin at Einstein's Pub
Catch a live performance that includes covers from Modest Mouse to Kings of Leon and more at the local pub. 9:45 p.m.-1:45 a.m. Free. 873 S. Mason Road, Ste. 360, Katy. 281-398-6066. www.einsteinspub.com
5. Callan Brown at Agave Rio
Stop by the restaurant’s adult patio for a live performance from a local artist. Brown plays a wide variety of music, including pop and rock cover versions of songs. 6:30-9:30 p.m. 1138 FM 1463, Katy. 281-665-3337. www.agaverio.com
6. Bark 'N Wine pet social
Patsy's Pet Market hosts the event to help dog owners socialize their animals while enjoying a glass of wine. 5-7 p.m. Free. 1644 S. Mason Road, Katy. 832-437-0401. www.facebook.com/events/139089260225885 SATURDAY
7. All-Day Board Games at The Gaming Goat
The Katy retailer hosts a free board game day each Saturday. Attendees are welcome to bring their own games or play one of the games in the store’s loaner library. Noon-10 p.m. Free. 6193 Hwy. Blvd., Ste. 208, Katy. 832-437-8623. www.facebook.com/events/133237220817630
8. Art in the Park: Kids Karaoke Fun
CAM Fort Bend and Art in the Park host the event for children at the Willow Fork Drainage District’s Central Green Park. 2-4 p.m. Free. 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy. www.facebook.com/events/1982225825377994
9. Family Bike Ride with Cool Cat Cycles
The bicycle shop offers free weekly rides for bicycle enthusiasts of all skill levels to learn how to bike safely on local bike trails in the Cinco Ranch area. Bikes are available to rent at the store, if needed. 12:30-1:45 p.m. Free (bike rental not included). 22756 Westheimer Parkway, Ste. 140, Katy. 832-437-6324. www.coolcatcycles.com
10. Puppy Potty Training Seminar
Camp Bow Wow hosts the event to help pet owners train their furry family members to go outside rather than making messes. Call ahead to pre-register as space is limited. Noon-1 p.m. Free. 1515 Vander Wilt Lane, Bldg. 5, Katy. 281-849-3647. www.campbowwow.com/katy SUNDAY
11. Mark A. Chapman YMCA at Katy Main Street First Birthday Celebration
The Y celebrates its first year of operation in Katy with games, prizes and free demonstrations of Y activities, such as youth sports, swim lessons and exercise classes. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 1350 Main St., Katy. 281-665-1213. www.facebook.com/events/1720003841384516