Houston A&M Club

Food Bank Volunteer Days 2022
2022-10-11 08:00 - 21:00, 2022-11-08 08:00 - 21:00, 2022-12-13 08:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | 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 two shifts available on first 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
2022-10-20 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-11-17 11:30 - 13:00, 2022-12-15 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-01-19 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-02-16 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-03-16 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-03-23 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

The Woodlands Lunch
2022-11-03 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-12-01 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-02-02 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-03-02 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-04-06 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

Traditions Lunch
2022-11-14 15:00 - 16:30, 2022-12-12 15:00 - 16:30 | Grotto Ristorante, 4715 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX, 77027
Sponsored by Brent Vannoy ’88, Partner, Hughes Watters Askanase
Featured Speaker: Ross Stripling ’12 – Pitcher, Toronto Blue Jays & Partner, Skyward Financial
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: $25 (3-Course Meal)
Parking: Valet or complimentary self-parking available
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Food Bank Saturday
2022-12-17 08:00 - 12:00, 2023-01-14 08:00 - 12:00, 2023-02-18 08:00 - 12:00, 2023-03-18 08:00 - 12:00 | HOUSTON FOOD BANK 535 Portwall St Houston, TX 77029 United States, 535 Portwall St, Houston, TX, 77029, United States
AGE REQUIREMENTS at the Warehouse, 6 years old chaperoned, 15 years old unchaperoned.
Come join us 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. So please grab any Longhorns and any other school’s alumni, friends, family or coworkers that are aimlessly wondering what to do on a Saturday morning.
Aggie Volunteers
Arrival: 7:30 Shift: 8:00 a.m. – Noon
Please wear Aggie shirts, hats, etc 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 vast majority of the work is done in air-conditioned areas and DOES 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. 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.
If you have trouble registering online, of it the HFB website says that a shift is full, please eamail William Wade ’73 wvwade@airmail.net and just show up anyway! HFB is always in need of more volunteers, and you can sign in upon your 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 to have one emailed to you.

Aggie Santa
2022-12-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Backyard Grill, 9453 Jones Rd, Houston, TX, 77065, United States
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way! Aggie Santa is coming to town just in time for Christmas. Bring your little Ags to see Santa and snap a few pictures with the big guy on Saturday, December 17 from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at The Backyard Grill. After the kids get to share their Christmas wishes with Santa we encourage you to stay and enjoy a delicious lunch at The Backyard Grill.
Aggie Author, Cameron O’Connell ’07 will be joining us for Aggie Santa and will have his book “The ABC’s of Aggieland” available for purchase for $25.
The ABC‘s of Aggieland is a fun, interactive, and educational book for Aggie fans of all ages! Young readers will find hidden upper and lowercase letters on each page as they discover why Aggieland is so special. Your family will enjoy teaching future Aggies about the wonderful traditions and reminiscing about your own experiences at Texas A&M. The ABC‘s of Aggieland is written and illustrated by former students to provide depth, context and hidden insights. We hope that you find this interactive guide an invaluable aid to learning why so many love and cherish Aggieland.
Reservations are not needed and there is no charge to visit with Santa. All are welcome to attend.
The Backyard Grill is located on the Southwest corner of Jones Road at West Road, north of 290.

Traditions Lunch
2023-01-09 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-02-13 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-03-13 11:30 - 13:00, 2023-04-10 11:30 - 13:00 | 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
2023-01-10 08:00 - 21:00, 2023-02-14 08:00 - 21:00, 2023-03-14 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.

Aggie Happy Hour & Shopping Event with Diamonds Direct
2023-01-31 17:00 - 19:00 | Diamonds Direct Showroom – Galleria, 3115 West Loop S, Houston, TX, 77027, United States
Looking for a Valentine’s gift, have a birthday or anniversary to shop for, or want to catch up with fellow Aggies and enjoy a bite to eat and maybe some bubbly too?
Join us for a Happy Hour with complimentary drinks and “light bites” and enjoy 20% purchases made during the event.
Then join us for this fun evening of shopping and refreshments with Houston Aggies & Diamonds Direct.
This event is FREE to attend, but we request that you make a reservations to help us plan accordingly.
Thank you to Diamonds Direct for sponsoring this fun event!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
