Willowbend Civic Club - Houston

06/04/2026

🌿 It's time for another edition of Wildlife Wednesday at Willow Waterhole!

This week we're spotlighting Irena Becir's photo of a Sweet Acacia (Vachellia farnesiana), a Texas native you might catch covered in clusters of golden, puffball-like flowers. 🌼

Did you know? The Sweet Acacia's blooms are so wonderfully fragrant they've been cultivated in southern France for use in perfume! Closer to home, those same sweet-smelling flowers make this tree a magnet for native bees and butterflies, while its branches offer shelter and seeds for birds and other wildlife.

Drought-tough and pollinator-friendly, the Sweet Acacia is a small but mighty part of the habitat we work to protect here at Willow Waterhole. 🐝

📸 Spotted one on your visit? We'd love to feature your photos! Drop them in the comments or send us a message, and include your name so we can credit you.

Thanks to Irena for this week's photo, and thanks to all of you for celebrating the wild side of our greenspace with us! 💚🌾
See you next Wednesday!

05/30/2026

Have you heard about the proposed changes to FEMA’s flood zone maps?

Do you know whether your zone will change?

Staff from Rice University’s Baker Institute will host a wide-ranging discussion on new FEMA flood maps that could impact thousands of homeowners in Harris County.

05/20/2026

Estimated Base Flood Elevation (BFE) viewer for property owners, community officials and land developers to identify the flood risk (high, moderate, low), expected flood elevation and estimated flood depth near any property or structure within watersheds where Base Level Engineering has been prepare...

05/20/2026

05/20/2026

Here’s your April 2026 Willowbend Civic Club newsletter!

Congrats to our Yard of the Month winners and thank you to the generous local business owners who have taken out ads which support the neighborhood

05/17/2026

Learn a little more about what Willowbend Civic Club is all about!

And don’t forget to join us for our Annual General Meeting on Tuesday night at 7pm at Willow Meadows Baptist Church.

05/15/2026

05/13/2026

Join us this Saturday, May 16th, for our last volunteer workday until the fall season returns! Come spend the morning helping care for the trails and habitat at Willow Waterhole Greenspace Conservancy while making a positive impact in the community.

Whether you are a longtime volunteer or joining us for the first time, we would love to have you out there with us. It is a great chance to get outside, meet fellow nature lovers, and help keep Willow Waterhole beautiful for both wildlife and visitors.

Volunteer check-in begins at 8:30 AM and work will run from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Please wear closed-toe shoes, long pants, and comfortable clothes you do not mind getting dirty. Sun protection such as hats, sunscreen, and sunglasses is also highly recommended. Be sure to bring water to stay hydrated.

Let’s finish the spring season strong together. We hope to see you there!

02/12/2026

Here’s the updated date and time for MusicFest!

SAVE THE DATE! 🎶 MusicFEST returns Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Willow Waterhole Greenway. A full day of free live music, food trucks, and fun for all ages.