Fonde Civic Club

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Fonde Civic Club Home of the Orange Show, Fonde & Smither Park and Art Car Centers The Fonde Civic Club is a civic and social organization.

Our group is namd after our community park. Located at 5500 Carrollton and accessible from 2500 Hansford, at its opposite end, the 12.7-acre park was acquired by the city in 1950. The park's name honors Miss Corinne Fonde, a long-time administrator of the Recreation Department and the first deputy director when the Parks Department and the Recreation Department were combined into one city department. The Fonde Recreation Center, just off Buffalo Bayou near downtown and the Victorian homes of the Sixth Ward, is also named for Miss Fonde. The November rededication was held to unveil recent improvements to the park. Neighborhood kids will love the new playground equipment and basketball court. Walkers and joggers will enjoy improved landscaping as they use the newly built trail. The ball field has been refurbished, and the parking facilities and the lighting for the park have been improved. The neighborhood around Fonde Park is home to the Orange Show, which had three of their famous Art Cars on display at the November 4th rededication. Kids at the event had the opportunity to create their own Art Car holiday ornaments. The weather was beautiful, and so are the improvements at Fonde Park.

Come see us at the park TONIGHT!
07/21/2026

Come see us at the park TONIGHT!

Our meeting is tonight (7/16) starting at 7pm, come see us at the Gragg Building (2999 S Wayside 77023)!
07/16/2026

Our meeting is tonight (7/16) starting at 7pm, come see us at the Gragg Building (2999 S Wayside 77023)!

🌿 Our July Fonde Civic Club Newsletter is here! 🌿There’s a lot happening in our neighborhood, and we’d love for you to b...
07/13/2026

🌿 Our July Fonde Civic Club Newsletter is here! 🌿
There’s a lot happening in our neighborhood, and we’d love for you to be part of it.

Inside this month’s newsletter you'll find community updates, neighborhood news, and details about two exciting events coming up:

📅 July 16 – Join us for our monthly Civic Club meeting at Gragg Park. Whether you're a longtime resident or new to the neighborhood, everyone is welcome!

🎉 July 21 – Help us celebrate the reopening of our newly renovated playground! We can't wait to gather as a community, let the kids explore the new playground, and celebrate this exciting milestone together.

Click the link below to read and download the July newsletter, and be sure to mark your calendars. We hope to see you at both events!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SKboxo8ThmU5nfrrDDswdBAo7rUHRkDa/view?usp=sharing

As always, thank you for being part of what makes our neighborhood such a wonderful place to call home. 💚

06/26/2026
Come join us tonight!
05/21/2026

Come join us tonight!

Hello Neighbors!Here is our May newsletter. Our next monthly meeting is Thursday, May 21st from 7pm - 8:30pm at the Grag...
05/16/2026

Hello Neighbors!

Here is our May newsletter. Our next monthly meeting is Thursday, May 21st from 7pm - 8:30pm at the Gragg Park Building (2999 S Wayside 77023). We will have trivia and raffle prizes as well as updates about local community projects. We hope to see you there!

🌿 Join us for CMC Spring Community Pop-Up Market this Saturday, April 11 • 9 –1 PM.Gragg Park - 6200 Wheeler, Houston, T...
04/11/2026

🌿 Join us for CMC Spring Community Pop-Up Market this Saturday, April 11 • 9 –1 PM.

Gragg Park - 6200 Wheeler, Houston, TX 77023

🛍️ Stop by and shop with amazing vendors. You’ll find:
• Plants, herbs, and veggies
• Homemade crafts
• Jerseys and unique goods
• Fresh lemonades and iced coffees
• Cookies and sweet treats
… and so much more!

🌸 Free and open to everyone. Help us spread the word – bring a friend and enjoy a fun day at the park!

FB event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1H28z3QcHN/

04/01/2026

Partner spotlight
When: April 17–21, 2026
Where: J-Bar-M Barbecue parking lot (2201 Leeland St, Houston, TX 77003)
Cost: $20 fee (appointments required)

✨ Services Provided:
* Spay or neuter surgery
* Updated vaccines
* Microchipping

Requirements:
* Open to all East End residents
* Cats & dogs (owned pets only)
* Limit of 2 pets per household
* Age: 4 months to 8 years old
* Weight: 4–80 pounds

Appointments do not open until 4/3 @ 8am. You can register at pet-set.org/spay-neuter or scan the QR code in the image to book your appointment. Let’s work together to keep East End pets happy and healthy!

03/22/2026
Hello Neighbors! Here is our March newsletter. Our next meeting will be this Thursday (3/19) at 7pm at Gragg Building (2...
03/17/2026

Hello Neighbors! Here is our March newsletter. Our next meeting will be this Thursday (3/19) at 7pm at Gragg Building (2999 South Wayside). We hope to see you there!

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