We look forward to seeing you at our Thursday Morning Networking Meeting.
Guest Speaker: Tammy McRae, Tax Assessor-Collector Montgomery County
Topic: Capital Improvements for The Woodlands Township
The Tax Assessor-Collector, elected by registered voters of Montgomery County for a four-year term, holds the Constitutional Office charged with duties and responsibilities mandated by State Statutes to assess and collect ad valorem tax accounts as identified and valued by the Montgomery Central Appraisal District.
The office collects property taxes for 80 taxing jurisdictions (schools, cities and special districts). The Montgomery County Tax Office also collects occupational taxes relating to vending machine permits. Acting as an Agent for the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV), all vehicle and trailer registration and titles are processed in this office for residents of the county.
Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026 Time: 7:30am to 8:30am Location: Black Walnut Cafe 9000 New Trails Drive, The Woodlands, TX
Non-Member Breakfast Fee: $15/person
For our November Service Project, we are hosting a Kitchen Drive for the YES to Youth Brideway Shelter! From now through November 20th, we are collecting essential kitchen and household items to help stock the shelter and create a welcoming, supportive environment for youth in need.
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Veteran's Day for the country's 250th birthday!
Bill Malone & his small team is trying to create a memorable Veteran's Day on November 5, 2026! Veteran's Day 2026
The event is broken up into small tasks, please sign up for something! If you have a veteran to honor by bringing them to lunch (free of charge) please let Bill know, there's a form to complete and it has a quick deadline of Friday, October 16, 2026 to ensure everything gets into the program properly.
The Rotary Club of The Woodlands kicked off its inaugural Fourth Tuesday Morning Networking Meeting with a lively 7:30 a.m. gathering at Black Walnut Café. While the early hour prompted Rotarian Patrick Reardon to arrive in pajamas, earning laughs and setting a lighthearted tone, the event proved to be more than just fun and games. Rotarians and guests engaged in spirited conversations, building camaraderie over coffee and shared stories.
Club President Cindy Heiser welcomed attendees and introduced guest speaker Jevon Gibbs of The Woodlands Economic Development Partnership, who delivered an insightful presentation on regional growth and future development. From multilingual exchanges to reflections on family, the morning was filled with warmth, wit, and meaningful connection.
Jack Anderson joined the Interact Club at the John Cooper School as a sophomore, initially looking to fulfill community service hours for his college applications. What started as a checklist quickly turned into a passion for giving back. By his senior year, Jack had accumulated a club-record 130 service hours, leading projects from food distribution to senior center entertainment. His experience not only strengthened his commitment to service but also deepened his connections within The Woodlands. Now, as he prepares for his next chapter at The Ohio State University, Jack is eager to continue volunteering and inspiring others along the way.
Rotarian Patrick Reardon volunteers at Hailey Elementary’s library, helping librarian Katherine Puller check out and organize books. He aimed to give her more time to read aloud to students, believing storytelling has lifelong benefits.
Morning Networking Meetings are held to allow people who are unable to attend luncheon meetings, please check “Meeting Dates & Locations” link above. Meetings Normally Held @ 7:30am Black Walnut Café 9000 New Trails Drive, The Woodlands, TX
Non-member attendance fee: $15*
Tuesday Evening – Rotary After Hours “RAH” First Tuesday of the Month at 5:30 PM Location varies within The Woodlands
No attendance fee.
Please see "Calendar & Events" for updates.
Rotaract Club of The Woodlands Second and Fourth Tuesdays at 5:30 PM Visit their website for meeting and event information: www.woodlandsrotaract.org
No attendance fee. Young Professionals welcome!
Please visit our calendar for the latest meeting and guest speaker information. Guests are always welcome. It’s a great opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who believe in “Service Above Self.”
*Price subject to change. Thursday Lunch membership includes the cost to attend the Thursday lunch meetings. RAH club members are subject to the attendance fee. Rotaract members are subject to a discounted lunch attendance fee.
