WHAT: LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch – Katy and west Houston’s place to shop and play – announces the July 4 Big Backyard Barbecue. This Independence Day tradition kicks off at 5:00 p.m. and includes live entertainment from Eleventh Hour, colorful clowns, great food, a fabulous fireworks display and much more.

Guests are once again invited to visit the Patriotic Outpost presented by the Katy Area Veterans of Foreign War (VFW), Post 9182, and stock up on all things red, white and blue. Purchase dinner from its cook team, serving all-American fare throughout the event. All proceeds benefit Katy Area VFW programs for active and retired military personnel and their families.

WHEN: Saturday, July 4, 2009

5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Fireworks begin at approximately 9:15 p.m.

WHERE: LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch

Heritage Square (central courtyard)

23501 Cinco Ranch Boulevard at Grand Parkway

Katy, Texas

DETAILS: Food and drinks will be available for purchase from LaCenterra restaurants and specialty retailers. Fish City Grill and The Wine Next Door will offer courtyard service. Picnic baskets, blankets and lawn chairs permitted. No outside alcohol allowed. Overflow parking available courtesy of Cinco Ranch High School.