Ritter’s Frozen Custard: An Old Fashioned Ice Cream Shoppe

Frozen custard was first created in France more than 100 years ago, but Ritter’s Frozen Custard developed its own take on the premium ice cream in Franklin, Indiana, in 1989. The Katy location still serves this original recipe, and regulars love that the shop serves a wide variety of flavors that most frozen custard shops don’t have. From key lime pie to rich, creamy chocolate, there is truly a flavor to suit any palate.

Ritter’s custard is served in either a bowl, a waffle cone, or even in sundae form with whipped cream and specialty syrups. The shop’s spacious outdoor patio features the quaint, old-fashioned ice cream shoppe feel that the owners modeled after the original French custard shops. There are quite a few tables scattered about with striped umbrellas to block the hot Texas sun, and the casual atmosphere makes it ideal for a first date or a night out with the whole family.

The Ritter’s Frozen Custard location in Katy is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Ritter’s Frozen Custard
3427 N. Fry Road
Katy, TX 77449
(281) 646-1211
www.ritters.com/location.php?id=10
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Katy Flower Market: Choose a Bouquet and Brighten Someone’s Day

Flowers make any room brighter and can cheer up anyone's day. Flowers let your loved ones know just how special they are, and flowers comfort a friend who's feeling blue. Flowers, in short, are always a good idea, which is something that the folks at Katy Flower Market know very well!

You can feel confident choosing any of the shop's professionally designed floral arrangements or gift baskets, and since Katy Flower Market is a member of the Teleflora network, your order can easily be sent to wherever your gift recipient lives, even if it's halfway across the country. The Katy Flower Market is also well known for its custom arrangements, and specializes in bridal bouquets, table centerpieces, and other special event flowers that benefit from customization.

Whether your flower needs are big or small, Katy Flower Market can deliver what you need.

Katy Flower Market
20829 Kingsland Boulevard
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 578-8200
www.katyflowermarket.com
www.yelp.com/biz/katy-flower-market-katy

Kim’s Tea House: Teas, Coffees, Smoothies and More

Drinks are the focus at Kim's Tea House, and even if you know tea pretty well, a visit to this Katy tea shop will still expand your horizons. From cold, creamy teas filled with chewy tapioca pearls to the honey-infused black tea served with lemon, this shop offers a bit of everything. You'll also find specialty coffees, sodas, and smoothies to enjoy.

For those who are hungry in addition to being thirsty, Kim's Tea House offers a sandwich-focused food menu. The fresh pork meatball sandwich served with julienne carrots and cucumber on a sub roll is a customer favorite, as is the shredded chicken sandwich served on a flaky, buttery croissant.

Whether you want to grab a quick drink or sit down to chat and relax, Kim's Tea House is a solid choice!

Kim's Tea House
1519 S. Mason Road
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 646-0002
www.kimsteahouse.com
www.yelp.com/biz/kims-tea-house-katy

Junk Street Market: Uncover a Hidden Gem at This Eclectic Antique Shop

Antique lovers adore Houston for its numerous thrift stores and antique shops, and Junk Street Market is an adorable option in the Katy area. This well-stocked shop sells both refurbished antiques and handmade items from local makers, and it's all organized in a way that's both inspiring and easy to browse.

From large-scale items like buffets and armoires to small knick-knacks and all natural soaps, Junk Street Market carries items that make perfect gifts or statement pieces for your own home. It’s not uncommon to find fairly priced antiques that would cost much more at other stores, and there are quite a few wooden furniture pieces painted in fun shades of coral or turquoise to brighten up a room. The knowledgeable employees also know everything there is to know about the antique pieces on the sales floor, and they’re always on hand to offer a suggestion.

Junk Street Market is open 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays.

Junk Street Market
5625 Second Street
Katy, TX 77493
(281) 391-5865
www.facebook.com/JunkStreetMarket
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Katy Rock Shop: A Well-Stocked Shop for Rock Collectors

Many people believe in the healing properties of rocks and minerals, and the Katy Rock Shop offers the widest selection of these fascinating organic items in the Houston area.

The shop itself is located inside of a small building that looks like a quaint house, but the inside is filled to the brim with colorful rocks of all shapes and sizes. Attractive shelving units display each type of rock for easy browsing, and the kids’ area is filled with interesting items to teach children about minerals. Katy Rock Shop also carries ancient fossils and Texas Hill Country gems and minerals sourced from right around the Houston area. The knowledgeable owners are always on hand to offer guidance for choosing the perfect rock, and prices are very reasonable to make it easy to start a collection of your own.

Katy Rock Shop is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. The shop is closed on Mondays.

Katy Rock Shop
535 Pin Oak Road
Katy, TX 77494
(832) 437-4733
www.katyrockshop.com
www.yelp.com/biz/katy-rock-shop-katy

Sugar Land Skeeters: Have a Ball

Come see the baseball stars of the future on the Sugar Land Skeeters. An independent team in the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, the Skeeters play all of their home games at Constellation Field.

Located on Imperial Boulevard just off of Route 6, Constellation Field is a beautiful facility, with great sight lines to watch the game, and fun areas like the Picnic Plaza, the Pool Pavilion and the Children’s’ Playland. Watch the game and have a drink with friends at the Ice Box, or rent out a beautiful skybox! General admission tickets are affordable, and kids in a team uniform get in free. Season tickets are also a great deal.

Check out the Sugar Land Skeeters website to see a calendar of upcoming games.

Sugar Land Skeeters
1 Stadium Drive
Sugar Land, TX 77498
(281) 240-4487
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Katy Mills Mall: Shop Discounts in Katy

Katy Mills Mall is an indoor outlet mall in Katy featuring over 175 stores, from Neiman Marcus Last Call, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th, Calvin Klein, and Kenneth Cole to Buckle, Forever 21, Gap Outlet, Bath & Body Works, and Bed Bath & Beyond.

If you’re hungry, stay for dinner at the sit-down restaurant Rainforest Café, grab lunch at eateries Charley’s Grilled Subs and Green Leaf’s, or a nosh a snack at Wetzel’s Pretzels or Great American Cookies. If you’re in the mood to catch the latest movie, head over to the AMC20 Theatres. Regular shoppers report that prices at Katy Mills are generally cheaper than retail, and sales are frequent. There’s always plenty of parking and free Wi-Fi.

Check the website for a full list of stores, news, events, deals, hours, and more information.

Katy Mills Mall
5000 Katy Mills Circle
Katy, TX77494
(281) 392-5151
www.simon.com/mall/katy-mills
www.yelp.com/biz/katy-mills-mall-katy

Fun for the Whole Family Awaits at Inflatable Katy

Inflatable Katy is “Katy’s premier indoor play and party center” that uses only the highest quality inflatables. The 16,500-square-foot facility has three playrooms designed to provide hours of fun for kids and adults alike. There are also free air hockey tables and batting cages, plus mini golf and laser tag. Open play time is held from 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and is $7 per child; reservations are not required.

Visitors have reported that the staff is friendly and accommodating in making playtime fun and birthdays successful. Inflatable Katy is clean, safe, and fun for the kids. Check the website for pricing, FAQs, and more information.

Inflatable Katy
2482 S. Mason Road
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 574-3033
www.inflatablekaty.com
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Mary Jo Peckham Park: Experience The Great Outdoors In Katy

Mary Jo Peckham Park is a beautiful 32-acre park located in Katy. The park features a jogging trail, fishing pond, playground, mini golf, a covered barbecue pavilion (be sure to call to reserve a spot), picnic benches, outdoor restrooms, tennis and basketball courts, and softball and baseball fields. The community center includes a swimming pool, locker rooms, and a gym, complete with all the essential exercise equipment like cardio equipment, weight machines, free weights, and exercise mats.

Like the rest of the park, admission to the gym is free, but you must present a membership card and sign at the front desk before working out. The gym may be free and public, but that doesn’t mean it’s not clean. There are strict sanitary guidelines as well as constant maintenance by the staff and regulars abide by the “culture of clean” rules.

Check the park’s website for hours, rules, layout, and more information.

Mary Jo Peckham Park
5597 Gardenia Lane
Katy, TX 77491
(281) 391-4482
www.pct3.hctx.net/parks/maryjopeckham.aspx
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Katy Library: For the Love of Books

Katy Library doesn’t look bad for a time machine. Part of the Harris County Library system since 1921, the current building has transported locals to other worlds since 1940.

From fiction to history, romance, how-to, and multimedia, the library has the latest bestsellers, last year’s favorites, and everything you need to do your homework or lose yourself on a Sunday afternoon. Know what you want? The helpful staff will find it for you. Want a surprise? Tell them what you like or just wander the stacks and find adventure. Special services include computer classes, computer lab, and proctoring of distance learning exams. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Check the website for hours, events, programs, and more information.

Katy Library
5414 Franz Road
Katy, TX 77493
(281) 391-3509
www.hcpl.net/location/katy-branch-library
cityofkaty.com/our-community/library

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