The Brookwood Community

Joy of Giving Market
2025-10-14 - 2025-10-16 | St. Martin’s Episcopal Church, 717 Sage Road, Houston, 77056, United States
Find us at the Joy of Giving Market at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church!
Join us and shop for all our Citizen-made, Brookwood products!
Learn more here

Tuesday-Thursday, Oct. 14-16, 2025
Tuesday Premier Shopping Party
• Oct. 14 | 4-8 p.m.
• $20 in advance
• $25 per person at the door
• Includes hors d’Oeuvres and first access to fabulous items
Wednesday and Thursday Schedule
• Oct. 15 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Oct. 16 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Free admission
• Wide variety of items perfect for holiday shopping
Thank you for supporting the beloved adults with disABILITIES who live and work at Brookwood!

Visit our Events Calendar for the full schedule of Brookwood’s upcoming events.
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Succulent Pumpkin Workshop Oct 17 and 18
2025-10-17 - 2025-10-18 | Brookwood Gift & Garden Center & Café, 1502 FM 1489, Brookshire, TX, 77423, United States
SOLD OUT!
Brookwood® Horticulture Workshop: Succulent Pumpkin Centerpiece
A Fall Favorite You Won’t Want to Miss!

Autumn is calling—and so are the pumpkins! Join us for one of Brookwood’s most beloved seasonal traditions: the Succulent Pumpkin Centerpiece Workshop, led by Horticulture GM Robert Grove. In this hands-on experience, you’ll blend the rich textures of fall with the fresh beauty of succulents to craft a one-of-a-kind centerpiece that’s perfect for your table—or to gift to someone special!
🍂 What’s Included:

Create & Take: Design your very own succulent pumpkin masterpiece to take home and enjoy all season long.
Expert Guidance: Learn arrangement tips and care techniques from Brookwood’s own horticulture pro, Robert Grove.
Flexible Scheduling: Choose from 10 sessions over two days—making it easy to fit into your busy fall calendar.

Celebrate the beauty of the season with friends, creativity, and purpose—surrounded by the plants grown and cared for by the incredible Citizens of Brookwood®.

📍 Hosted at Brookwood® Gift & Garden Center🌟 Let your fall décor tell a story of creativity, community, and heart.

Dates: Friday & Saturday, October 17 & 18, 2024
Time: Choose from Five Sessions Each Day:

9-10 AM
10:15-11:15 AM
11:30 AM-12:30 PM
1-2 PM
2:30-3:30 PM

Location: Horticulture Building, Behind the Garden Center

Registration: $45 (plus tax) covers all the materials needed to make your own centerpiece. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

Dining Options:

Lunch at The Brookwood Café: Available Friday and Saturday from 11 AM – 2 PM.
Lunch reservations are required and can be made here: https://bit.ly/BWOpenTable
Please note: Food is not included with the event ticket.

Sponsored by River Oaks Garden Club
Join us for an inspiring afternoon of horticultural know-how, flavorful food, and a purposeful take-home gift! Reserve your spot today!
When you’re in the checkout cart, please click the “ORDER NOTE” option to let us know if you’d like to sit with specific guests. Be sure to include their names so we can arrange seating accordingly. Please note that our luncheon tables seat up to 8 guests.

Thank you for supporting the beloved adults with disABILITIES who live and work at Brookwood!
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Visit our Events Calendar for the full schedule of Brookwood’s upcoming events.
CANCELLATION POLICY:

Full Refund (100%): Requests made 7 or more days before the event date will be eligible for a full refund.
Partial Refund (50%): Requests made between 6 days and 48 hours before the event date will be eligible for a 50% refund.
No Refund: Requests made less than 48 hours before the event or on the same day as the event will not be eligible for a refund.

Bike for Brookwood Oct. 18
2025-10-18 | Brookwood Gift & Garden Center & Café, 1502 FM 1489, Brookshire, TX, 77423, United States
Bike for Brookwood helps change the way the world thinks about adults with disabilities by giving Citizens the opportunity to complete an EPIC bike ride for which they have trained all year! The 2025 ride will be at Brookwood allowing more Citizens to participate and more families and friends to cheer them on.

This event raises funds for Brookwood with proceeds going to the “I Believe in Brookwood” fund. Over 60 Citizens will be riding distances of 4 miles on Oct. 4, 8 miles on Oct. 11, or 12 miles on Oct. 18 and you can help us reach our fundraising goal of $60,000!

Ways you can help!

Be a CORPORATE PARTNER – Your group will ride with Citizens and provide snack station support at one of the rides on October 4, 11, and 18.
Be a RIDER OR CHEER TEAM SPONSOR – Make a donation in honor of a Rider or the Brookwood Cheer Team to help us reach our $60,000 fundraising goal. Donors who give $1,000 or more will be featured on Bike to Brookwood shirts
Be a VOLUNTEER – Help out on the day of the ride at the snack and water stations

CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION

TEAMS
TEAM 1 | OCT 4 | 4 Miles
Highland Homes sponsored
Gayle Baker, Emory Black, Davis Bankston, Susan Brinkman, Mark Comier, Bob Gao, Vicki Husfeld, Melissa Jaeckle, Ricky Kitchell, Kurt Larson, Karin Lopez, Jeffery Markman, Jamie McCulloch, Eric Moore, Heather Murrell, Chris Orr, Diane Phillips, Bob Ryan, Anne Schneider, Jennifer Schulz, Rhea Shirley, Brian Smith, Frank Tucker, Meredith Westmoreland, and Austin Wheelock
TEAM 2 | OCT 11 | 8 Miles
Robert Baugh, Bubba Brandt, Diane Caffey, Buddy Cole, Brian Currie, Kendall Cutrer, Tim Dorriety, Meade Greer, Bren Hines, Vicki Husfeld, Kenny Kendall, Janice King, Jeff Lawler, Nancy Nunn, Stacey Perna, Diane Phillips, Scott Rice, Heath Rockoff, Chad Roberts, Josh Rubin, Vicki Sharp, Wilson Shudde, Kim Sneed, Rick Stonebarger, Vicki Streit, and Ryan Winch
TEAM 3 | OCT 18 | 12 Miles
Handlebar Bicycle Club sponsored
Josh Bixenman, Jay Blay, Carrie Brock, Caroline Gorman, Thomas Henderson, Peter Itchon, Andrew Keith, Stuart McTaggart, Kim Morrow, Joe Parker, Keith Randall, Stephen Tayntor, and Josh Venable

Why do we ride?

Did you know that 13% of our population lives with a disABILITY? Unfortunately, only 15% of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities are employed. At Brookwood, we see the immense potential in every individual and strive to showcase the incredible abilities of our Citizens. Through initiatives like our epic bike adventures, we aim to inspire families, partners, and the community by demonstrating what Brookwood Citizens can achieve.
We invite you to join us in this journey! Your support can help us break down barriers and create a world where everyone is valued for their unique contributions. Please consider donating above to support our mission and empower Brookwood Citizens to reach new heights!

Thank you for supporting the beloved adults with disABILITIES who live and work at Brookwood!

Visit our Events Calendar for the full schedule of Brookwood’s upcoming events.
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Hearts & Hands Holiday Market
2025-10-20 - 2025-10-22 | Memorial Drive United Methodist Church, 12955 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX, 77079, United States
We’re excited to once again be part of the Heart & Hands Holiday Market—a beloved tradition that kicks off the Holiday season in style!
🛍️ Wander through the festive campus as more than 70 unique vendors showcase gifts, décor, and treasures perfect for holiday giving. Treat yourself to a sweet bite from the bake sale, savor a delicious boxed lunch, and don’t miss the always-popular silent auction—a true highlight of the market!
💝 More than just a market, this amazing fundraiser generates essential funds for grants to outreach ministries and provides scholarship support for youth mission and children’s ministries. Every purchase, bid, and bite makes an impact!
📅 Monday–Wednesday, October 20–22
Every purchase and bid helps support missions that uplift women, children, and youth. It’s a beautiful way to shop with purpose and share in the joy of the season.
Stop by our booth—we can’t wait to see you there!
Click HERE for more details on Memorial Drive United Methodist Church’s website.

Thank you for supporting the beloved adults with disabilities who live and work at Brookwood!
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2025 Brookwood Community Car Show Fundraiser
2025-11-01 08:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Gift & Garden Center and Café
RAIN DELAY to Nov. 1!

Rev Up Your Engines for a Cause!
Join us on Saturday, Nov. 1 from 8:00am to 2:00pm for a Car Show Fundraiser like no other, benefiting The Brookwood Community! Over 100 jaw-dropping classic cars will be on display, competing for exciting prizes and awards, including the prestigious Gordon L. Bisel Best Corvette Award, Citizen Favorites Award, and the coveted Best of Show Trophy!
Calling all car enthusiasts! It’s just $30 to pre-register your vehicle (or $40 on the day of the event) to get in on the action. 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place Awards for each class. Your vehicle is registered when the Registration Form is complete and Payment received. Use the links below!
Vehicle Registration Form
Payment Link

Vehicle classes include:

50’s, 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s
Sports Car Class
Hot Rod Class
Truck Class
+ Others

Registration is $40 day of event! See you there!
For spectators, admission is free!
Enjoy a delicious breakfast or lunch at The Brookwood Café (lunch reservations suggested via Open Table). Plus, don’t miss the chance to grab some goodies at the Brookwood Gift & Garden Center—perfect for some early holiday shopping!
Hosted by the Country Cruisers Car Club at The Brookwood Community, this event promises fun for the whole family, all while supporting adults with disabilities.
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Nutcracker Noel: A Ladies Night Out Nov. 4
2025-11-04 17:00 - 20:00 | Brookwood Gift & Garden Center
Nutcracker Noel: A Ladies Night Out!
Tuesday, Nov. 4 | 5:00–8:00pm | Brookwood® Gift & Garden Center
Grab your girlfriends and join us for a sparkling night of holiday fun at Nutcracker Noel — our beloved Ladies Night Out tradition!
Brookwood’s famous 20-foot Christmas trees are twinkling, the Gift & Garden Center is overflowing with Citizen-made treasures, and our Brookwood products are ready to deck your halls! 🌺
🍾 Enjoy:

A Holiday Bubbly Bar that’ll make your spirits bright
“Find the Nutcracker” games for a chance to win drink tokens, raffle tickets, and exclusive discountsFabulous Raffle Prizes, including: 🩰 Grand Prize: 4 Early Bird Nutcracker Market Tickets (Nov. 13) 🧀 Bonus Prize: 2 Tickets to Deck the Halls: A Holiday Charcuterie Lunch & Learn (Nov. 7) 🎁 And so much more!

This is your chance to sip, shop, and sparkle with purpose — surrounded by stunning Citizen creations that celebrate the joy of the season.

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Sugarplum Market
2025-11-05 - 2025-11-08 | Stafford Centre, 10505 Cash Road, Stafford, TX, 77477, United States
We’re excited to announce that The Brookwood Community will be at the 2025 Sugar Plum Market—and we hope you’ll stop by our booth!
The Sugar Plum Market is the largest, all-volunteer, festive holiday shopping extravaganza in Fort Bend County, featuring over 100 vendors with unique gifts and treasures for everyone on your list.
📅 November 5–8, 2025 (with Preview Night on November 5) 📍 Sugar Plum Market, Fort Bend County
By shopping with a purpose, you’ll be supporting local nonprofits through the Market’s community grant program—all while enjoying a wonderful holiday shopping experience.
Stop by our booth to say hello, see what we’re offering, and support our mission. We can’t wait to see you there!

Learn more here

Thank you for supporting the beloved adults with disABILITIES who live and work at Brookwood!

Visit our Events Calendar for the full schedule of Brookwood’s upcoming events.
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Woodlands Pop-Up Market
2025-11-06 08:30 - 2025-11-08 03:30 | Woodlands Methodist Church, 2200 Lake Woodlands Dr, The Woodlands, TX, 77380, United States
You’re invited to our Woodlands Pop-Up Market!
November 6–8 | The Woodlands Methodist Church, Special Needs BuildingThursday–Friday 8:30am–3:30pm | Saturday 9:00am–Noon
The Brookwood® Citizens are bringing their creativity and holiday spirit to The Woodlands! 🎁 Join us for a heartwarming pop-up market filled with Citizen-made treasures — from hand-crafted ceramics and beautiful stonecast pieces to fragrant candles, sparkling jewelry, Brookwood’s famous salad dressing, and fresh flowers. 🌸✨
Shop with purpose while discovering one-of-a-kind gifts created with love and skill by adults with disabilities. Every purchase supports meaningful work and purpose-filled lives! 💛

Thank you for supporting the beloved adults with disABILITIES who live and work at Brookwood!

Visit our Events Calendar for the full schedule of Brookwood’s upcoming events.
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Deck the Boards: A Holiday Charcuterie Lunch & Learn Nov. 7
2025-11-07 10:00 - 2025-11-09 11:30 | The Brookwood Café, 1502 FM 1489, Brookshire, TX, 77423, United States
Deck the Boards: A Holiday Charcuterie Lunch & Learn
Get ready to wow your holiday guests with a festive twist on entertaining! Join us for Deck the Boards: A Holiday Charcuterie Lunch & Learn, where you’ll enjoy a delicious sampling of a gourmet charcuterie spread while learning tips and tricks from industry expert Jamie Horton of Boards are my Jam.
During this experience, Jamie will demonstrate how to design a stunning holiday charcuterie board step-by-step, giving you the confidence to recreate it at home.
Every attendee will receive:

A free Brookwood wooden board – perfect for your holiday gatherings.
A curated shopping list so you can easily shop and build your own holiday masterpiece.
Insider tips to elevate your charcuterie game and impress family and friends.

Come hungry, leave inspired, and start your season with a board full of flavor, style, and purpose!
Brookwood Café
1502 FM 1489
Brookshire. TX 77423
Registration: $65 (plus tax) includes delicious charcuterie grazing table, free gift, and expert tips
Friday, Nov. 7 from 10-11:30am
Space is limited—reserve your spot early!

Thank you for supporting the beloved adults with disABILITIES who live and work at Brookwood!
Changing the way the world thinks about adults with disabilities

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Full Refund (100%): Requests made 7 or more days before the event date will be eligible for a full refund.
Partial Refund (50%): Requests made between 6 days and 48 hours before the event date will be eligible for a 50% refund.
No Refund: Requests made less than 48 hours before the event or on the same day as the event will not be eligible for a refund.

Winter Holiday Market at Celebration Company West
2025-11-09 12:00 - 16:00 | Celebration Company West, 1120 Dairy Ashford, Houston, 77079, United States
Winter Holiday Market at Celebration Company West
November 9 | 1120 Dairy Ashford, Houston, TX 77079 | Noon–4:00pm
Celebrate creativity, inclusion, and community at this festive holiday market featuring over 30 local artisans and entrepreneurs! 🎨🛍️ From handmade gifts and specialty items to Citizen-made Brookwood favorites, you’ll find something for everyone on your list.
Admission is FREE, so stop by, sip some cocoa, and shop with purpose! Let’s make this holiday season shine brighter by supporting the disability community together.

Thank you for supporting the beloved adults with disABILITIES who live and work at Brookwood!

Visit our Events Calendar for the full schedule of Brookwood’s upcoming events.
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Nutcracker Market
2025-11-13 - 2025-11-16 | NRG Center, NRG Center
We’re thrilled to share that The Brookwood Community™ will be at the Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market® this November — come visit our booth!
Join us Nov 13–16, 2025, at NRG Center for the premier holiday shopping event in Texas. The Nutcracker Market® features over 280 merchants offering seasonal décor, gifts, gourmet treats, jewelry, fashion, and more — all inside a festive, immersive environment.
Beyond the shopping, the Market is Houston Ballet’s signature fundraiser. A portion of every admission and special ticket sale—and 11% of merchandise proceeds—support the Houston Ballet Foundation and its academy programs.
Swing by our booth to say hello, explore our offerings, and support our mission. We can’t wait to see you there!
Click HERE for more information and tickets on the Nutcracker’s website.

Thank you for supporting the beloved adults with disABILITIES who live and work at Brookwood!
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Art in Style at M PENNER
2025-11-19 17:00 - 19:00 | M PENNER, 1180-06 Uptown Park Blvd., Houston, TX, 77056, United States
Exclusive Fashion and Inspiring Art at M PENNER
M PENNER’s boutique will showcase and sell one-of-a-kind fine art created by adults with disabilities from The Brookwood Community™, in collaboration with regional artists.
Join us to sip and shop exclusive fashion and inspiring art—an experience where luxury and purpose unite!
Join us Wednesday, November 19, from 5:00-7:00pm at M PENNER.

RSVP here

Brookwood Citizen Artists

Austin Hanson
Diane Phillips
Dwight Blanton
Frank Tucker
Hillary Kern
Kim Morrow
Stacey Perna
Stephen Howard

Regional Artists

Belinda Hillhouse
Holly Josey
Leah Prescott
Greta Zimmerman
Kim Granhaug
Sandy Longoria
Suzette Schutze
Cindy Howard

Thank you for supporting the beloved adults with disABILITIES who live and work at Brookwood!

Visit our Events Calendar for the full schedule of Brookwood’s upcoming events.
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Woodlands Junior League Holiday Market
2025-11-21 - 2025-11-23 | The Woodlands Marriott Hotel and Convention Center
Find us at the Woodlands Junior League Holiday Market!
Join us and shop for all our Citizen-made, Brookwood products!
Learn more here

The Annual Junior League Holiday Market is a shopping extravaganza event that features a variety of items from local boutiques to personalized gifts to holiday ornaments. You can begin your holiday shopping early and even have time left over to buy yourself something special.
Tickets are required for this event at a minimal cost.
The Junior League Holiday Market is a major fundraiser for the Junior League of The Woodlands, Inc. (JLTW, Inc.), serving the area of North Harris County and Montgomery County. All proceeds from this event will go directly into programs addressing food insecurity, teen empowerment, and standing in the gap for women, children, and families in our community.
JUNIOR LEAGUE HOLIDAY MARKET
Nov. 22-23, 2024

Thank you for supporting the beloved adults with disABILITIES who live and work at Brookwood!

Visit our Events Calendar for the full schedule of Brookwood’s upcoming events.
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Christmas Open House Dec. 5 & 6
2025-12-05 - 2025-12-06 | Brookwood Gift & Garden Center
Brookwood’s Annual Christmas Open House is Dec. 5 & 6

Come and be part of this unique and delightful gathering featuring holiday shopping, delicious food, and entertainment for the entire family. There’s something for everyone!

🎭 Citizen Christmas Program 10:00am & 2:00pm
Enjoy an hour of Christmas Cheer as the Brookwood Handbell Ensemble plays holiday favorites and Citizens perform an original play.
🚌 Campus Bus Tours 11:00am, 1:00pm, & 3:00pm
Bus tours leave from the Cafetorium. Maps for self-guided walking tours also provided. Complete your Brookwood Passport and get a prize!
🎁 Shopping 9:00am–5:00pm
Shop for hand-crafted Citizen-made products, holiday décor and unique gifts at our beautifully decorated Gift & Garden Center and purchase many colors of beautiful poinsettias.
🍽️ Dining 11:00am–2:00pm
Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch in The Brookwood Café or box lunches at the Coffee Cart. No reservations needed. First come, first served. Family-style seating.
📸 Pictures in the Poinsettias
Capture a beautiful family photo in our Citizen-grown poinsettia backdrop. Volunteers will gladly snap your picture on your phone.
🔔 Jingle Bell Book Stop
Meet authors, hear stories, and leave your mark on a real art car—an experience you won’t forget!
Thank you for supporting the beloved adults with disABILITIES who live and work at Brookwood!

Visit our Events Calendar for the full schedule of Brookwood’s upcoming events.
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Brookwood's Annual 2025 Breakfast with Santa Dec. 13
2025-12-13 09:00 - 10:30 | The Brookwood Café, 1502 FM 1489, Brookshire, TX, 77423, United States
Savor a scrumptious breakfast buffet at Brookwood Café, complete with a magical photo opportunity alongside Santa!

Saturday, December 13 & Saturday, December 20
Three seatings to choose from: 9:00am, 9:20am, 9:40am
Adults are $19.99 (+tax) and children under 12 are $12.99 (+tax)
Get your tickets here!

Thank you for supporting the beloved adults with disABILITIES who live and work at Brookwood!
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CANCELLATION POLICY:

Full Refund (100%): Requests made 7 or more days before the event date will be eligible for a full refund.
Partial Refund (50%): Requests made between 6 days and 48 hours before the event date will be eligible for a 50% refund.
No Refund: Requests made less than 48 hours before the event or on the same day as the event will not be eligible for a refund.

Brookwood's Annual 2025 Breakfast with Santa Dec. 20
2025-12-20 09:00 - 10:30 | The Brookwood Café, 1502 FM 1489, Brookshire, TX, 77423, United States

2026 Brookwood Benefit Lunch
2026-04-01 11:00 - 14:00 | The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston, 1600 W Loop S, Houston, TX, 77027, United States
We invite you to the 2026 Brookwood Benefit Lunch – Building Bright Futures

Join us on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the elegant Post Oak Hotel for an inspiring evening benefiting The Brookwood Community. Together, we’ll celebrate purpose, perseverance, and the extraordinary lives of adults with disabilities who make Brookwood a place of hope and belonging.
This unforgettable event will feature moving stories of courage and community, along with a vision for the future—one where adults with disabilities are empowered to live meaningful, purpose-filled lives. Proceeds from the event will provide vital operating support and scholarships for Brookwood Citizens, ensuring that each one continues to thrive through work, purpose, productivity, and love.
We are honored to welcome Katherine Wolf, best-selling author and nationally recognized inspirational speaker, as our keynote guest. Stephanie and Brad Tucker of Mustang Cat, proud parents of Citizen Frank Tucker, will receive the Vicki Streit Inspiration Award. Citizen Frank Tucker will serve as Honorary Chair, and Deborah Duncan, host of KHOU’s Great Day Houston, will emcee the celebration. The event will also include a special performance by the famous Brookwood Handbell Ensemble.
Join us for a night of joy, purpose, and inspiration—helping us continue to change the way the world thinks about adults with disabilities.
To become a Sponsor or Underwriter for this event please go to: https://bit.ly/BWBenefitLunch2026

Thank you for supporting the beloved adults with disABILITIES who live and work at Brookwood!

Visit our Events Calendar for the full schedule of Brookwood’s upcoming events.
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