Traditions Lunch
2023-10-09 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-11-13 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-12-11 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Grotto Ristorante, 4715 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, 77027
November Featured Speaker: Mike Havel ’76 – 2023 Distinguished Alumnus
Join us to hear the story behind the Haynes Plaza Aggie Ring Replica.
CLICK HERE to view an article regarding the 3-Ton Aggie Ring
Date: 2nd Monday of the Month
Time: 11:30 Networking, Lunch from Noon to 1 p.m.
Where: Grotto, 4715 Westheimer Rd., Houston, TX 77027
Cost: $30 (3-Course Meal)
Parking: Valet or Complimentary Self-Parking Available
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Food Bank Volunteer Days 2023
2023-10-10 08:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-14 08:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-12 08:00 - 21:00 | Houston Food Bank, 535 Portwall St, Houston, TX, 77029, United States
AGE REQUIREMENTS at the Warehouse, 6 years old chaperoned, 15 years old unchaperoned.
Come join us the Second Tuesday of each month at the Houston Food Bank, where we will be working on various projects, such as assembling community food boxes and back pack buddy bags. Anyone that wants to join us is welcome. Wear your Aggie gear and please grab any Longhorns and any other school’s alumni, friends, family or coworkers that are aimlessly wondering what to do on a Tuesday.
When you arrive look for William Wade ’73 who will be fully decked out in Aggie gear including a 12th Man towel.
We currently have three shifts available on second Tuesdays:
Morning Shift: 8:00 a.m. – Noon
Afternoon Shift: 1:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Evening Shift: 6-9:00 p.m.
Don’t forget that this can be used toward volunteering community service hours for those in high school, college and other community organizations. By registering in the Food Bank’s system, the hours can be tracked throughout the year and downloaded at any time or pickup the certificate at the end of each shift before you leave.
Families (with anyone age 6 years or older) and friends are welcome. Since it is a warehouse environment, everyone must wear closed-toe shoes (no sling-backs), long shorts (to the knee) or pants, and no low cut tops (OSHA regulations). If you would like to sign up or have questions, please contact Jim Thorpe ’78. Click here for more information on the Food Bank.
Directions to location: Take I-10 east, exit 774, Gellhorn Dr (after McCarty St, before 610 East Loop). U-turn to feeder road heading west. Turn right on Portwall St (green Houston Food Bank sign), turn right into parking lot in front of light green building (same area as HFB trucks and loading docks). Park at the far end of the lot, by the main entrance.
Register with the Houston Food Bank website for this shift by clicking here. (Be sure to save the information for future registration).
Every Adult must register in their system before volunteering. Please share this link with adult volunteers in order to register with our group.
Minors (6 to 15 years old) will need a minor waiver form. These can be filled out at the front desk or contact Jim Thorpe to have one emailed to you.

Memorial Lunch Meet & Greet
2023-10-19 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-11-16 11:30 - 13:00 | Churrascos – Memorial City, 947 Gessner Road, Suite B-290, Houston, TX, 77024
When: 3RD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH Time: 11:30 Networking, Lunch from Noon to 1 p.m. Where: Churrascos Memorial City, 947 Gessner Rd B290, Houston, TX 77024 Cost: $30 for this 3-Course Meal Parking: $3 valet or complimentary garage SPONSORED BY: K3 Renovations CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

HAMC Centennial Gala Featuring Dr. Robert Gates!
2023-10-21 18:00 - 23:00 | Houston, TX
The Houston A&M Club was founded in 1923 and celebrates its 100th Anniversary this year! Throughout the Centennial Year of 2023, we are CELEBRATING the accomplishments of the Club, RECOGNIZING those who have contributed to our accomplishments, and LAUNCHING the Club into the next 100 years.
Our year-long celebration will culminate with the CENTENNIAL GALA on Saturday, October 21st, 2023, at the Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria. Join us for an unforgettable evening complete with a Century Cocktail Reception, multi-course dinner, and special Centennial Celebration Program. We will be joined by Dr. Robert Gates, Former Secretary of Defense and Past President of Texas A&M, as our keynote speaker. The evening will conclude with live music and dancing when Grupo KaChe takes the stage!

Evening Timeline:
6:00 p.m. Century Cocktail Reception & VIP Reception
7:00 p.m. Multicourse Dinner & Centennial Celebration Program
9:00 p.m. Live Music & Dancing

Location: Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria (2222 West Loop S., Houston, TX 77027)
Attire: Black Tie Optional

CLICK HERE for Registration, Sponsorship & Underwriting Information

The Woodlands Lunch
2023-11-02 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-12-07 11:30 - 13:00 | Houston, TX
When: FIRST THURSDAY of the Month
Time: 11:30 Networking, Lunch from Noon to 1 p.m.
Where: Churrascos – The Woodlands, 21 Waterway Ave, The Woodlands, TX 77380
Cost: $30 (includes a 3-course lunch)
Parking: Parking is available at the Waterway Ave Parking Lot (18 Waterway Ave.) or at the 25 Waterway Garage (21 Waterway Ave.)
Sponsored by: Chris Fisher ’98 – HR&P

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

The Woodlands Lunch
2024-02-01 11:30 - 13:00, 2024-03-07 11:30 - 13:00, 2024-04-04 11:30 - 13:00 | Churrascos – The Woodlands, 21 Waterway Ave., The Woodlands, TX, 77380
When: First Thursday
Where: Churrasco’s – The Woodlands (21 Waterway Ave., The Woodlands, TX 77380)
Time: 11:30 Networking, Lunch from Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $30 for a 3-Course Meal
Parking: Available at the Waterway Ave. Parking Lot (18 Waterway Ave.) or at the 25 Waterway Garage (21 Waterway Ave.)
Join us at Churrasco’s – The Woodlands on the first Thursday of each month for great conversation and delicious food. We highly encourage pre-registration, but walk-ins are always welcome.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Sponsored by: HR&P – Chris Fisher ‘98

Traditions Lunch
2024-02-12 11:30 - 13:00, 2024-03-11 11:30 - 13:00 | Grotto Ristorante, 4715 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, 77027
March Featured Speaker:
Fred Caldwell ’82, CEO Caldwell Companies & Outstanding Houston Aggie 2023
Join us to honor our 2023 Outstanding Houston Aggie, Fred Caldwell ’82!
This award is given annually to the former student of Texas A&M who, in the judgment of the HAMC, best exemplifies those characteristics to which all Aggies aspire: love of and service to the school, but more importantly, service to the community, state and nation, as well as an outstanding contribution to his or her profession or industry.
When: 2nd Monday
Time: 11:30 Networking, Lunch & Speaker from Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Grotto (4715 Westheimer Rd., Houston, TX 77027)
Cost: $30 for a 3-Course Meal
Parking: Valet or Complimentary Self-Parking
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Sponsored by: HR&P – Chris Fisher ‘98

Food Bank Volunteer Days 2024
2024-02-13 08:00 - 21:00, 2024-03-12 08:00 - 21:00, 2024-04-09 08:00 - 21:00 | Houston Food Bank, 535 Portwall St, Houston, TX, 77029, United States
Come join us the Second Tuesday of each month at the Houston Food Bank, where we will be working on various projects, such as assembling community food boxes and back pack buddy bags. Anyone that wants to join is welcome. Wear your Aggie gear and bring any Longhorns, other school’s alumni, friends, family or coworkers that are aimlessly wondering what to do on a Tuesday.
Families (with anyone age 6 years or older) are welcome. Age Requirements at the warehouse are 6 years old chaperoned, 15 years old unchaperoned.
When you arrive look for William Wade ’73 who will be fully decked out in Aggie gear including a 12th Man towel.
We currently have three shifts available on the 2nd Tuesday:
Morning Shift: 8:00 a.m. – Noon
Afternoon Shift: 1:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m.
Evening Shift: 6:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.
Don’t forget, this can be used toward volunteering service hours for those in high school, college and other community organizations. By registering in the Food Bank’s system, the hours can be tracked throughout the year and downloaded at any time or pickup the certificate at the end of each shift before you leave.
Note: As this is a warehouse environment, everyone must wear closed-toe shoes (no sling-backs), long shorts (to the knee) or pants, and no low cut tops (OSHA regulations). If you have questions, please contact Jim Thorpe ’78. Click here for more information on the Food Bank.
Directions: Take I-10 east, exit 774, Gellhorn Dr (after McCarty St, before 610 East Loop). U-turn to feeder road heading west. Turn right on Portwall St (green Houston Food Bank sign), turn right into parking lot in front of light green building (same area as HFB trucks and loading docks). Park at the far end of the lot, by the main entrance.
Register with the Houston Food Bank website for this shift by clicking here (Be sure to save the information for future registration).
Every Adult must register in the Food Bank system before volunteering. Please share this HFB Registration Link with adult volunteers to register with our Aggie group.
If you have trouble registering online, or if the HFB website says that a shift is full, please email William Wade ’73 and just show up anyway! HFB is always in need of volunteers, and you can sign in upon arrival; no one is ever turned away!
Minors (6 to 15 years old) will need a minor waiver form. These can be filled out at the front desk or contact Jim Thorpe ’78 to have one emailed to you.

Memorial Lunch
2024-02-15 11:30 - 13:00, 2024-03-21 11:30 - 13:00, 2024-04-18 11:30 - 13:00 | Churrascos – Memorial City, 947 Gessner Road, Suite B-290, Houston, TX, 77024
When: 3rd Thursday
Time: 11:30 Networking, Lunch from Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Churrascos – Memorial City (947 Gessner Rd. Suite B290, Houston, TX 77024)
Cost: $30 for a 3-Course Meal
Parking: $3 Valet or Complimentary Garage

Join us at Churrasco’s – Memorial City on the third Thursday of each month for great conversation and delicious food. We highly encourage pre-registration, but walk-ins are always welcome.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Sponsorship Available: Email melinda@houstonags.com.

Food Bank Saturday
2024-02-17 08:00 - 16:30, 2024-04-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Houston Food Bank, 535 Portwall St, Houston, TX, 77029, United States
Come join us on Saturdays throughout the year at the Houston Food Bank, where we will be working on various projects, such as assembling community food boxes and back pack buddy bags. Anyone who wants to join us is welcome. Bring any Longhorns, any other school’s alumni, friends, family or coworkers that are aimlessly wondering what to do on a Saturday.
We have two Aggie Volunteer shifts available:
Morning Shift: 8:00 a.m. – Noon
Afternoon Shift: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Please wear Aggie gear so we can find you more easily! Upon arrival, look for William Wade ’73, one of our coordinators, who will be decked out in Aggie gear, including a 12th Man towel. All first-time volunteers receive one of our coveted and stylish Houston Aggie Volunteers t-shirts.
Don’t forget that this can be used toward volunteering community service hours for those in high school, college and other community organizations. Volunteer jobs vary in size and scope, but the majority are done in air-conditioned areas and DO NOT involve substantial lifting. People with all levels of physical ability are welcome.
Families (with anyone age 6 years or older) and friends are welcome. Age Requirements at the Warehouse are 6 years old chaperoned and 15 years old unchaperoned.
Note: As this is a warehouse environment, everyone must wear closed-toe shoes (no sling-backs), long shorts (to the knee) or pants, and no low cut tops (OSHA regulations). If you would like to sign up or have questions, please contact Jim Thorpe ’78. Click here for more information on the Food Bank.
Directions: Take I-10 east, exit 774, Gellhorn Dr (after McCarty St, before 610 East Loop). U-turn to feeder road heading west. Turn right on Portwall St (green Houston Food Bank sign), turn right into parking lot in front of light green building (same area as HFB trucks and loading docks). Park at the far end of the lot, by the main entrance.
Register with the Houston Food Bank website for this shift by clicking here. (Be sure to save the information for future registration.)
Every Adult must register in the Food Bank system before volunteering. Please share this HFB Registration Link with adult volunteers to register with our Aggie group.
If you have trouble registering online, or if the HFB website says that a shift is full, please email William Wade ’73 and just show up anyway! HFB is always in need of volunteers, and you can sign in upon arrival; no one is ever turned away!
Minors (6 to 15 years old) will need a minor waiver form. These can be filled out at the front desk or contact Jim Thorpe ’78 to have one emailed to you.

Food Bank Saturday
2024-03-16 08:00 - 16:30 | Houston Food Bank, 535 Portwall St, Houston, TX, 77029, United States
Come join us Saturday, March 16 at the Houston Food Bank, where we will be working on various projects, such as assembling community food boxes and back pack buddy bags. Anyone who wants to join us is welcome. Bring any Longhorns, any other school’s alumni, friends, family or coworkers that are aimlessly wondering what to do on a Saturday.
We have two Aggie Volunteer shifts available:
Morning Shift: 8:00 a.m. – Noon
Afternoon Shift: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Please wear Aggie gear so we can find you more easily! Upon arrival, look for William Wade ’73, one of our coordinators, who will be decked out in Aggie gear, including a 12th Man towel. All first-time volunteers receive one of our coveted and stylish Houston Aggie Volunteers t-shirts.
Don’t forget that this can be used toward volunteering community service hours for those in high school, college and other community organizations. Volunteer jobs vary in size and scope, but the majority are done in air-conditioned areas and DO NOT involve substantial lifting. People with all levels of physical ability are welcome.
Families (with anyone age 6 years or older) and friends are welcome. Age Requirements at the Warehouse are 6 years old chaperoned and 15 years old unchaperoned.
Note: As this is a warehouse environment, everyone must wear closed-toe shoes (no sling-backs), long shorts (to the knee) or pants, and no low cut tops (OSHA regulations). If you would like to sign up or have questions, please contact Jim Thorpe ’78. Click here for more information on the Food Bank.
Directions: Take I-10 east, exit 774, Gellhorn Dr (after McCarty St, before 610 East Loop). U-turn to feeder road heading west. Turn right on Portwall St (green Houston Food Bank sign), turn right into parking lot in front of light green building (same area as HFB trucks and loading docks). Park at the far end of the lot, by the main entrance.
Register with the Houston Food Bank website for this shift by clicking here. (Be sure to save the information for future registration.)
Every Adult must register in the Food Bank system before volunteering. Please share this HFB Registration Link with adult volunteers to register with our Aggie group.
If you have trouble registering online, or if the HFB website says that a shift is full, please email William Wade ’73 and just show up anyway! HFB is always in need of volunteers, and you can sign in upon arrival; no one is ever turned away!
Minors (6 to 15 years old) will need a minor waiver form. These can be filled out at the front desk or contact Jim Thorpe ’78 to have one emailed to you.

Coach's Night Volunteer Meeting
2024-03-20 18:00 - 20:00 | TX
Volunteers Needed to Help with Coach’s Night!

We are holding a Volunteer Meeting on Wednesday, March 20 at 6:00 p.m. at The Cannon West Houston in the 1837 Room (1334 Brittmoore Road Houston, TX 77043).

Please RSVP to Dana Randolph ’91 at agladybug91@gmail.com.

Aggie Business, Beer & Bones
2024-03-27 17:00 - 21:00 | Little Woodrow’s – Katy, 22225 Katy Fwy, Katy, 77450, United States
Join fellow Aggie professionals for a fun, relaxed evening of camaraderie, cold beers & cocktails, dominoes, and other bar games. No agenda. No presentations. No cost, other than your own food & drink tab. It’s a great way to expand your network and build valuable business or personal relationships!
When: Wednesday, March 27th
Where: Little Woodrow’s Katy (22225 Katy Fwy.)
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
No RSVP required, but encouraged to reserve the proper amount of space; email jeffreina11@gmail.com. Click here to follow the Business, Beer & Bones Facebook Page.

Traditions Lunch
2024-04-08 11:30 - 13:00 | Grotto Ristorante, 4715 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, 77027
April Featured Speaker:
Frank M. Muller, Jr. ’65, President, Toby Enterprises & 2005 Outstanding Houston Aggie

When: 2nd Monday
Time: 11:30 Networking, Lunch & Speaker from Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Grotto (4715 Westheimer Rd., Houston, TX 77027)
Cost: $30 for a 3-Course Meal
Parking: Valet or Complimentary Self-Parking
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Sponsored by: HR&P – Chris Fisher ‘98

Houston Aggie Muster 2024
2024-04-21 13:30 - 18:00 | Bayou City Event Center, 9401 Knight Rd, Houston, TX, 77045, United States
“In this ceremony we honor the memories of fellow A&M men and women whose death prevents their answering Roll Call at this annual Muster. The Roll is a symbolic Roll Call of all students and former students whom death has taken from our ranks, but whose memory lives on in our hearts. As each name is called, a comrade will answer: Here!”
Featured Speaker: Jerrod Johnson ’10, Houston Texans QB Coach & Former Texas A&M QB
Doors Open: 1:30 p.m.
Reception: 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Ceremony: 4:00-6:00 p.m.

Title Sponsor: Dr. & Mrs. Stuart Harlin ’83
Maroon Sponsors: Gregory Cokinos ’79, Brent Vannoy ‘88, & Barnett “Barney” & Sam Gershen ’69

This event is free, and all are welcome. While an RSVP is not required, please register below if you plan to attend, as it helps with our planning purposes.
If you would like to make a Muster Memorial Gift, please select the “Muster Memorial Gift” option. You are welcome to make a Memorial Gift regardless of whether you can attend.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER OR DONATE
Volunteers are needed the day of the ceremony from 12:30 p.m. – End of Ceremony. If you would like to volunteer at Muster, please email hamcaggiemuster@gmail.com.
Deadline to submit names: Wednesday, April 10th. To confirm that your loved one is on the list of those to be remembered, please email hamcaggiemuster@gmail.com.
HAMC will be collecting nonperishable food items at this year’s Muster ceremony to donate to the Houston Food Bank. If you would like to contribute, please drop off your items at the designated locations before the ceremony begins.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER OR DONATE

Thank you to our sponsors!
Title Sponsor
Dr. & Mrs. Stuart Harlin ’83
Maroon Sponsors
Gregory Cokinos ’79 – Cokinos | Young

Barnett “Barney” & Sam Gershen ’69 – Gershen Consulting

Brent Vannoy ‘88 – PrimeWay Federal Credit Union

About our Speaker:
Jerrod Johnson ’10, Houston Texans QB Coach & Former Texas A&M QB

Jerrod Johnson ‘10, is in his fourth season coaching in the NFL. He joined the Houston Texans as the quarterbacks coach in 2023.
The Humble, Texas, native played in 37 career games at Texas A&M (2006-10) and completed 650-of-1,109 passes for 8,011 yards and 67 touchdowns. Johnson was the program’s all-time leader in attempts, completions, passing yards and passing touchdowns until QB Kellen Mond broke each of those records from 2017-20.
Johnson, who was Second-Team All-Big 12 in 2009, was teammates with Rams OLB Von Miller and Titans QB Ryan Tannehill when at Texas A&M, where Tannehill was one of his top receiving targets before he transitioned to quarterback. During his redshirt 2006 season with the football team, Johnson also played on the basketball team for the 2006-07 season, appearing in three games.
Johnson’s NFL playing career, which started after going undrafted in the 2011 NFL Draft, included time with Dallas, Baltimore, Chicago, Seattle, Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.
Johnson arrived in Houston after one season with the Minnesota Vikings as the assistant quarterbacks coach, a team who finished the season with a 13-4 record and won the NFC North by four games. In 2022, he helped coach QB Kirk Cousins to the fourth-most passing yards (4,547), fourth-most completions (424) and fifth-most passing touchdowns (29) in the NFL. Cousins became the fifth player in NFL history to complete eight consecutive seasons with at least 25 passing touchdowns, while his five consecutive such seasons is the longest streak in franchise history. The Vikings’ passing attack helped WR Justin Jefferson earn NFL Offensive Player of the Year, first-team All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors after he led the league in receptions (128) and receiving yards (1,809).
Prior to joining the Vikings, Johnson spent three seasons (2019-21) with the Indianapolis Colts. In 2019, he served in the Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship and spent 2020-21 as an offensive quality control coach. From 2015-18, Johnson served on the coaching staff at St. Thomas High School in Houston, Texas, where he was the assistant head coach/offensive coordinator for his final two seasons. Johnson, who played in the East-West Shrine Bowl in 2011, coached in the same bowl in February 2022.
After attending Humble High School, Johnson was a three-star recruit as an athlete in the class of 2006. His older brother, Marquis, is the Vikings assistant strength and conditioning coach. Johnson is married to his wife, Braidee.

Coach's Night Volunteer Meeting
2024-04-23 18:00 - 20:00 | TX
Volunteers Needed to Help with Coach’s Night!

We are holding a Volunteer Meeting on Tuesday, April 23 at 6:00 p.m. at The Cannon West Houston in the 1837 Room (1334 Brittmoore Road Houston, TX 77043).

Please RSVP to Dana Randolph ’91 at agladybug91@gmail.com.
