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President & Chairman Rick Clapp Publisher & Editor in Chief Mary Alys Cherry Vice President & Creative Director Brandon Rowan Graphic Designer Kelly Groce Sales & Marketing Judy Gaines Joe Machol Dana McDonald Amber Sample Matthew Sweatt Robyn Weigelt

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October is domestic violence awareness month

Dental Health

CCISD tax rate to stay the same

Breast Cancer Awareness

Harris County Commissioner Pct. 2 race

Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital

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Behind the curtains of an NFL game

Space Center Rotary

Best Bites of the Bay

Legends of the Bay

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Thousands raised for diabetes research

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Magellan proposes tank farm near Clear Lake City Blvd. Legacy Awards aides victims of domestic violence Teeth in a day CCISD budget passes without raising taxes Risk factors women need to avoid Candidates focus on flood control, transportation and more New name, same expert care for Clear Lake By Pastor Brad Heintz These integral people ensure smooth operation of a game $60,000 donated to school program Best bites and brews in the Bay Vocalists shine during concert at Francaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Real Italian The Shores at Clear Lake Bachelor and bachelorette auction a success

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Crude oil tank farm a very bad idea

48 Dreams Picking up and moving to New York City

Editorial Don Armstrong Mary Alys Cherry Sumer Dene Michael Gos Betha Merit Ange Mertens Xander Thomas Photography Hal Bushnell Mary Alys Cherry

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Movers & Shakers

Clear Lake Chatter

In Wheel Time

Lakewood Yacht Club News & Events

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Bryan Bogle BOWA fashion show launches new season Toyota Corolla and Volkswagen GTI Heald Bank race results Bay Area Houston calendar of events

Councilman Martin explains views on proposed tank farm in Clear Lake

Proposed location for storage tanks

By Mary Alys Cherry

Crude oil tank farm a very bad idea By Bob Mitchell payrolls and good jobs. In particular, this sector of the Bay Area is developing into an area known for emerging President, Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership technologies. The proposed tank site would be located directly across the street from the Houston Spaceport at disturbing possibility has Ellington Airport. The Spaceport’s vision to be Houston’s recently come to the attention of the Bay portal for future hypersonic commercial air travel places Area Houston Economic Partnership. it on the cutting edge of this emerging technology. As the Magellan Midstream Partners, L.P., a Spaceport builds out, it will also be home to many other publicly traded oil pipeline, storage and companies specializing in the latest clean technologies. transportation company based in Tulsa, Some are now coining this section of the Gulf Freeway Okla., is considering the construction of as many as 58 the “Innovation Interstate,” where large diameter hydrocarbon storage technology companies are rapidly tanks on land situated between State “Magellan misses the being created to compete in the new Highway 3 and the Gulf Freeway digital, life science, and advanced (Interstate 45) along the north side mark on both counts manufacturing sectors. Hydrocarbon of Clear Lake City Boulevard – the when considering storage is simply not compatible with gateway to the Bay Area Houston and this environment. NASA Johnson Space Center region. building oil storage We fully support all businesses that This is worse than a bad idea. tanks along Clear want to expand into the Bay Area The proposed site sits directly region, but the new business beneath the final approach to Lake City Boulevard.” Houston ventures need to locate in places Ellington Airport’s main north/ where they can be safely incorporated south 35-L runway. Situating crude into the fabric of the existing business and residential oil storage tanks below an active runway, which services communities, as well as taking into consideration the fully-armed F-16 fighter jets and high-volume general infrastructure needed to support such businesses. aviation traffic, is simply inviting a disaster to happen at Magellan’s own website claims that the foundation the worst possible place. Leaks do happen. Accidents do of its business strategy is safe and efficient operations. occur. Crude oil should be handled and stored safely and Magellan misses the mark on both counts when securely in industrialized, low traffic areas. The Bay Area considering building oil storage tanks along Clear Lake Houston region boasts many such areas, which would be City Boulevard under the final approach of Ellington ideal for Magellan’s consideration. Airport. Magellan, please rethink this unwise and The Bay Area Houston community is composed potentially dangerous expansion! of many kinds of businesses that generate attractive

H o u sto n City Councilman Dave Martin says he has been aware of the proposed tank farm near the intersection of Clear Lake City Boulevard and Highway 3, going on to note that he will not support any development that would jeopardize the quality of life or negatively impact the economy. Weeks ago, the District E office engaged in discussions with key community leaders, as well as a number of elected officials, Martin said. All were alerted of the potential ramifications that could occur with the implementation of this site adjacent to Ellington Airport. “As this area is vital to the city’s Spaceport vision, the city took aggressive measures and has proposed to include a portion of the land into the City of Houston’s Major Thoroughfare and Freeway Plan (MTFP) for our future roadway needs and roadway alignments,” he said, adding that he is supportive of the proposal to the MTFP being developed by the City of Houston Planning Department, as it would improve access and mobility to Ellington Field. “Public safety is extremely important to District E,” he continued. “It is important to note, the land has not been purchased by Magellan Midstream Partners. The District E office will continue to monitor the proposed development, and update the community as information is available. And, we will continue to voice opposition to any development that includes construction of additional storage tanks near an airport or residential area.” For more, contact the District E office at 832-393-3008 or via email at districte@houstontx.gov.

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October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month By Xander Thomas

omestic violence is a major problem in the U.S., but it often goes overlooked or unnoticed. Statistics show that more than a third of women and more than a quarter of men have experienced some form of domestic violence at the hands of an intimate partner. This is something that Dr. Conte Terrell aims to call attention to and to help people understand how such relationships form and manifest. “An abuser looks for someone who is lacking in some type of emotional way, so that they can go in and do exactly what they do” said Dr. Terrell. Dr. Terrell, a survivor of domestic abuse herself, gained an intense drive upon realizing her situation for what it was, and used that to aide people out of these types of situations and began her organization Fresh Spirit Wellness for Women. “I started the organization because I could not imagine that I would be married to someone that’s abusive, and I figured if it could happen to me it could happen to anybody,” Dr. Terrell said. She says that she wants to help reveal the Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde personality that an abuser is good at hiding. “If an abuser hit you on the first date, or yelled at you on the first date, you’d more than likely never go back out with that person. But that’s not how it happens; it’s very slow and methodical,” she said. She says that recognizing the signs is a very important part of getting women away from abusive relationships, or just being able to avoid them. “It wasn’t until two years after being married that he actually physically abused me. I had no idea. So now I teach those signs,” said Dr. Terrell. This year, Fresh Spirit Wellness for Women will be celebrating its 20th anniversary, as well as the 10th anniversary of its signature fundraiser, The Legacy Awards. This makes Fresh Spirit the oldest AfricanAmerican owned domestic violence organization in Houston. These anniversaries truly should have been celebrated last year, but due to Harvey, the event was cancelled. The Legacy Awards recognizes contributors in the way of bringing

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matters of domestic abuse to light. “We honor individuals, corporations, and organizations that have brought about some awareness for domestic violence; either through their work or actually being a survivor themselves,” said Dr. Terrell. She said that Fresh Spirit gets approximately 30 new clients per month, and this particular event helps them to see these people absolutely free. This includes helping women get counseling, bringing red flags to their attention, aide in attaining protective orders, child custody cases and even help with financial costs of things like funerals in the event that someone did not escape in time. Dr. Terrell says that the black-tie event will be honoring 8 individuals; one of whom survived being shot by her abuser and left for dead. It will feature a gospel stage play called “He Loves Me Not,” a production that she says mixes in a little comedy with the heavy subject matter to keep the audience entertained while also getting a strong message across to them. There will also be a silent auction, as well as a live auction, and what Dr. Terrell calls their “Survivors to Cinderellas.” This is a thing that the wellness center does, where they dress up people who are currently benefitting from the program for the event, so that they can experience a nice night, and to see those who have worked to promote awareness of this issue onstage. The Legacy Awards will be held on Saturday, Oct. 13 at The Ballroom at Bayou Place in Houston. For more information and tickets, please visit legacyawards.org

DENTAL HEALTH

“It has become a premium option for people who are in danger of losing all their teeth.”

“Teeth In a Day” 20 years later

ental Implants continue to make headway and change lives as they evolve to completely replace natural teeth. They have come a long way from their humble beginnings where only a select few pioneering oral surgeons made history by surgically inserting and fixating titanium rods to human jawbone and using them as foundation for artificial teeth that act and feel like natural teeth. The process that was accidentally discovered by Dr. Branemark in the 1950s ultimately led to development of the technique known as ALLOn-4. In 1998 Dr. Paulo Malo successfully treated the first patient with a technique he later called All-on-4® concept. While the technique had some definite advantages for people who suffered from weak teeth all their lives, it also pushed the boundaries of biological integration to new territories. It contradicted one of the most fundamental “bone to titanium” integration that requires complete immobility during the initial healing phase. It also drew criticism from many traditional surgeons (such as myself) for its aggressive bone reduction requirements.

Many professionals and consumer watchdogs warned that the most expensive piece of ALL-ON-4 treatment is an individually customized one piece prosthetic that fixates to four equally distributed dental implants that are positioned on an angle to avoid vital landmarks such as maxillary sinus and jaw nerves. Other professionals believed the tilted position of dental implants causes uneven force distribution on the jawbone. Bio-physics tells us uneven load distribution can cause bone loss on areas receiving the largest portion of the force over time, therefore undermining stability and health of tilted dental implants prematurely. Many dental surgeons (including myself) questioned the longevity of this invasive and pricey treatment. Scientific literature predicted tilted positioned dental implants will eventually fail. Failure of even one single implant out of 4, will lead to failure of the entire unit and requires repair or replacement of the failed dental implant, as well as the customized prosthesis bridge that is the most expensive piece of the treatment. Accessibility for

oral hygiene was also questioned since the dental implants in this technique are barrier under the prosthesis and hard to clean. The annual maintenance trips to dentist can also be significantly more (300% to 400%) than the traditional teeth cleaning. As above concerns kept many experienced dental surgeons at bay, other surgeons endorsed the technique for its simplicity and relatively easier than traditional techniques that often required surgical site preparation and guided bone and tissue regeneration. It was easier, faster and most importantly, People loved it.

Slowly but surely ALLON-4 gained clinical history. 18 years later, this relatively simple surgical technique has continued to turn unbelievers such as myself into believers. It has defied conventional science and has certainly pushed the envelop of what is possible on medicine. Most ALL-ON-4 or Teeth in a Day placed nearly two decades ago are still functioning. Along the way, this ALL-ON-4 technique improved as it evolved. It is now common to place 6 dental implants as opposed to 4, to better distribute the jaw forces and to avoid replacing the premium bridge in case a single implant fails. The design of the prosthesis has also been improved to avoid food and plaque accumulation under the bridge. Today, ALL-ON-4 or “Teeth in a Day” technique is improved and time tested. It is not perfect and certainly not for everyone. But, it has become a premium option for people who are in danger of losing all their teeth and considering dentures. To learn more about “Teeth in a day” treatment option, feel free to contact our office at 281332-4700 for a complimentary CT-Scan and analysis, as well as personal consultation by me to find out if this treatment option is right for you.

Dr. Noie has been in private practice in the Bay Area since 1996. He is a Diplomate of Int’l Congress of Oral Implantologists, Fellow of Academy of General Dentistry, and Assoc. Fellow of American Academy of Implant Dentistry. He has completed his surgical training at New York University as well as Medical University of South Carolina, Temple University, and Wright state University School of Medicine. He completed his oral Anesthesiology training at University of Alabama in Birmingham. He is a member of American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

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Movers &Shakers Name: Bryan Bogle

Occupation: Vice president for Information Systems & Technology at AMOCO Federal Credit Union and Clear Lake Area Chamber chairman Hometown: Fort Worth Current home: Clear Lake Family: Wife of 20 years – Shari, Daughters Megan (15) and Nicole (10) My favorite writer is: Tom Clancy – Got to meet him in 2002

Someone I’d like to meet: George H.W. Bush

If I could switch places with someone for just one day, I’d choose: Elon Musk My favorite performers are: George Strait and Rush I like to spend my leisure time: Flying, riding road/mountain bikes, computer gaming If I could travel any place, I’d go to: The mountains in/around Switzerland, Austria, and Germany

My favorite meal is: Fajitas As a youngster, I wanted to grow up to be: An airline pilot You’ll never catch me: Sitting around waiting for things to happen The thing that bugs me the most is: Complacency My favorite movie is: A Few Good Men Few people know: I worked at the Pentagon for almost two years as an Army Reservist after the attacks of 9/11

CCISD tax rate to stay the same By Mary Alys Cherry

ADOPT JASPER! Are you looking for a handsome, scruffy, loving-kind of dude to complete your family? Look no further. I’m your guy and my name is Jasper. I love to be cuddled and would gladly share your lap. I’m also very fond of belly rubs! Guess I should also mention that I’m a talented boy when given the right motivation. You should see me when you offer treats - can you say dance? I am cute as a button to watch. Come on out and meet me. Warning! I may steal your heart! Come meet me and all the cats and dogs at Bay Area Pet Adoptions, 3000 Avenue R, San Leon or visit us on the web at www.bayareapetadoptions.org or call us at 281-339-2086. Bay Area Pet Adoptions is a nonprofit, No-Kill shelter, pet rescue, and adoption organization.

A proposed $346,576,577 Clear Creek ISD budget that included a 2% cost-of-living staff raise and 2.47% pay hike for teachers -- without raising taxes -- got the unanimous approval of school board trustees at their monthly meeting. The budget also includes funds for 35 new teachers to accommodate enrollment growth and 30 new safetyrelated positions – 15 counselors and 15 law enforcement officers. “We appreciate the support of the school board, the residents of the District and business community, all who work cooperatively to ensure the best education for its students and the prudent development of the District,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Greg Smith. The state’s share of funding continues to decline with 70.5% of the district’s revenues coming from local taxes and 27.9% from the state and 1.7% from federal sources, Deputy Superintendent of Business Paul McLarty explained as he presented the proposed budget to trustees. The $346.6 million budget will not lead to an increase in the total tax rate but requires board authorization to

swap tax rate pennies from the Interest and Sinking Tax Rate to the Maintenance and Operations Tax Rate in order to minimize a budget deficit. This tax rate swap of two pennies is permissible without an election because CCISD is located in an area where the governor has requested federal disaster assistance, and sustained damage to school buildings following Hurricane Harvey. To date, Clear Creek ISD has not received FEMA reimbursement for storm damages. The tax swap allows CCISD to maintain normal district operations in the wake of a natural disaster. Trustees were planning to adopt the proposed tax rate of $1.06 per $100 property valuation for Maintenance and Operations and $0.34 per $100 valuation for debt service, which is the same total tax rate as last year. Teacher salaries, McLarty said, are compatible with other area school districts with new teachers making $53,600 and those with 20 years experience, $64,570. Those with 50 years teaching experience make $78,754, his chart showed. Cost for the 15 additional counselors will be $975,000, while the cost of the 15 officers will be $1.2 million.

Rotary Regatta on Clear Creek Oct. 21 Friendswood and League City Rotary Clubs will host their inaugural Rotary Regatta on Clear Creek canoe race on Sunday, Oct. 21. The Rotary Regatta, a joint project between the Friendswood and League City Rotary Clubs, is a 7 mile canoe race that begins at 1776 Park in Friendswood and ends at Countryside Park in League City. “Our goal is to bring some fun and more awareness to Clear Creek and the two Rotary Clubs,” said Ava Sloan, past president of the League City club. The Regatta kicks off at 9 a.m. at 1776 Park at 450 FM 2351 in Friendswood. A Sunrise Service will be

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offered at the park at 7 a.m. There will be refreshments and festivities with live entertainment after the paddle at Countryside Park, 100 Alderwood in League City. Entry Fee is $35. For more information, visit the website RotaryRegatta.org or visit their Facebook page www.facebook.com/ rotaryregattaonclearcreek Rotary International brings together a global network of volunteers dedicated to tackling the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges. Rotary connects 1.2 million members of more than 35,000 Rotary clubs in over 200 countries and regions. Their work improves lives at both the local and international levels.

Photos by Mary Alys Cherry

Hospitality Chairman Terri Steinkamp, right, goes over plans for the BOWA Fall Fashion Show with model Diane Saltzer on arrival at Bay Oaks Country Club.

BOWA Vice President Amy Schweers, center, stops for a photo with models Lola McLain, left, and Cindy Zook, who also serves as publicity chairman.

BOWA Secretary Chris Howland, from left, welcomes model Jordan Quillen and Misty Killebrew to the annual Fall Fashion Show Luncheon at Bay Oaks Country Club.

BOWA FASHION SHOW LAUNCHES NEW SEASON BAY OAKS Women’s Association kicked off its new season with an elegant Fashion Show Luncheon at Bay Oaks Country Club that opened with a champagne reception as members and guests began arriving. President Susan McCoy and Vice President Amy Schweers joined Hospitality Chairman Terri Steinkamp and her committee in welcoming the arriving crowd, which included Mary Colombo, Gaye Wylie, Emmeline Dodd, Cheri Burke, Ann Lyon, Judge Holly Williamson, Janet Greenwood, Marilyn Lunney, Lea Bodie, Betty Woodhouse, Janet Gortno, Misty Killebrew, Nancy Smith, Eileen Hult and Sharon Dillard.

Early arrivals at the Bay Oaks Women’s Association Fall Fashion Show Luncheon included, from left, Debra Dan Kurzadkowski, Sharon Maaz and Lynn Shigekawa.

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Before they hardly had had time to say hello to one another, in walked Jackie Daley, Margaret Vail, Sharon Phelps, Carol Murphy, Angela Bivens, Norman Ogletree, Dr. Kimberly Weathers, Glenna Crist, Debbie May, Ann Dooley, Ruth Beecher, Sue Laabs, Mary Alyce Hall, Rita Armstrong, Linda Guice, Jean Dupre, Peggy Green, Amy

Roppolo, Debbie Roan and Past President Jodi Schnabel. Soon, they were watching models Sue Broughton, Valerie Brumfield, Susan Franklin, Julie Gallager, Susan McCoy¸Lola McLain, Martha McWilliams, Darla McKitrick, Jordan Quillen, Diane Saltzer and Cindy Zook present fall fashions from Dillard’s at Baybrook Mall, with Bay Oaks General Manager Stephen Morris escorting them. Much to the delight of Lucille Terraso, Rose Sobotik, Sandy Buyajian, Elaine Rister, Georgia Piwonka, Carol Bobo, Julia Guzman, Mary Smith, Heather Hernandez, Beverly Braden, Lisa Schulte, Linda Fincher, Gail West and Secretary

Clear Lake Area Chamber President Cindy Harreld DeWease, from right, and Houston City Councilman Dave Martin join Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush and Assistant Secretary of HUD Neil Rackleff for a photo at the chamber luncheon at Lakewood Yacht Club.

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Chris Howland, who then enjoyed Shrimp Escabeche and Blueberry Crumble. Bay Oaks Country Club members will get “A Taste of Asia” Saturday, Nov. 3 when BOWA hosts its annual gala at the club. Chairman Pam Clary says the focus will be on the Far East with Chinese dancers performing, beautiful red and gold decorations, plus gaming tables and the popular Main Street Band. Guests will be sipping on Singapore Slings, wine and champagne before enjoying Beef Teriyaki and Coconut Encrusted Shrimp. Sounds like a delightful evening is ahead.

NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine escorts President Trump’s daughter, Ivanka, around the Johnson Space Center during their visit here Sept. 20.The first daughter told astronauts that she had once hoped to grow up to be an astronaut.

Photos by Jill Reason and Pat Biddle

Faces in the crowd at the HSLBA Wine and Cheese Party for prospective members included, from left, those of Betty Geehan, Sallie Watts, Jean Raffetto, and Donna Ward.

Betty Gilfillan, Karen Brumley and Sandy Conway, from left, catch up on each others’ news while enjoying the Houston Symphony League Bay Area Wine and Cheese Party for prospective members.

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Hostess Anita Gale, right, confers with HSLBA President Nina McGlashan as the Wine and Cheese Party for prospective members gets under way.

SYMPHONY LEAGUE BAY AREA STARTING NEW YEAR HOUSTON SYMPHONY League Bay Area members also got their season off to a happy start as Anita Gale hosted a Wine & Cheese Party for prospective members at her lovely home in Nassau Bay with Vice President Ann Morgan chairing the event. Nearly 80 members and guests enjoyed tasty appetizers and desserts provided by members as all were entertained by member Alice Steele’s trio Arcadia. Another highlight of the evening came when the children of Dr. Gerard and Nicole Abreo, ages 3-15 and known as the Abreo Family Strings, played several classical pieces on their violins, with beautiful music filling the home.

Hostess Stacy Bush Lyon, left, welcomes Jenny Frantz to her home for Clear Lake Area Panhellenic’s Fall Friendship Tea.

All nine Abreo children have been students of Beatrice Stanley since the age of three, and she says they are a joy to teach. Afterwards, the Abreo children and the Arcadia trio performed together – much to the delight of all. League President Nina McGlashan and her husband, Bob, were there to welcome the crowd that included Al and Natalie Ong, Dr. Patrick McKinney, Julia Guzman, Sandy Conway, Betty Geehan, Sallie Watts, Gayle Nelson, Jean Raffetto, Donna Ward, Betty Gilfillan, Karen Brumley, Angela Mendoza, Dana Puddy, Lisa Brandenberger, Jane Lackow, Jean Gray, Bill Straight, plus Pat Biddle and her husband, Ron Kahl, to name a few.

A new season for Panhellenic CLEAR LAKE Area Panhellenic members were all smiles as they began another season with their annual Fall Friendship Tea at the lovely Clear Lake home of Stacy Bush Lyon. This year’s theme was “Around the World in 80 Days,” which also will be the theme of their popular fall fashion show luncheon Friday, Nov. 2, in South Shore Harbour Resort’s Crystal Ballroom. President D’Lisa Johnson was there to greet the arriving crowd, as was Chairman Kay Lee Benoit and the hostess, plus several members of the executive board. Hot topic

Chairman Kay Lee Benoit, from left, welcomes Jo Nell Hunter, Jo Cat Bruce and Karen Douglass to Clear Lake Panhellenic’s Fall Friendship Tea.

of conversation was, of course, the upcoming style show luncheon, in which most all members have a part. In fact, members brought food from different countries for the tea, to get everyone in the groove -including Sally Jordan, Linda McCormack, Sheryl Williams, Ruth Beecher and Judge Holly Williamson. Some of the others enjoying the annual gathering included Peggy Clause, Jill Reason, Laurie Vaughn, Jill Smitherman, Sue Broughton, Judie Ferguson, Jo Nell Hunter, Jo Cat Bruce, Karen Douglass and Jenny Franz.

Houston Symphony League Bay Area President Nina McGlashan, right, thanks Wine and Cheese Event Chairman Ann Morgan for her hard work on the annual event.

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cancer. Pesticides, synthetic chemicals and plastics leach harmful toxins that emulate estrogen in the body. These chemicals are found in processed foods, conventional health and beauty products, and the unnecessary plastic we use daily. Excess estrogen is stored in fat and sequentially signals the body to store more fat. It’s a dangerous cycle that affects our lives in many ways. If something doesn’t seem right, ask pertinent questions. Answers become clear when you investigate. Educating yourself on important issues within a community brings everything to light to assess the bigger picture. In a free market with

Risk factors women need to avoid By Sumer Dene ay Group Media has and always will support Breast Cancer research. As a company we predominantly employ women and understand the importance of spreading knowledge to our readers. Information can save lives and help prevent tragedies. Our CEO, Rick Clapp has experienced the devastation and complexities of cancer and is a champion survivor. Breast Cancer Awareness month is dedicated to spread awareness of the most common cancer among women. People gather at special events and fundraisers around the world to offer support. Health groups respectfully join together to discuss, inquire and evaluate a resolution to the pandemic we call cancer. The goal of Breast Cancer Awareness month is to build a community of fabulous cognizant women who embrace their bodies, maintain a healthy lifestyle and unite in sisterhood. Being happy with who you are and mindful of your daily choices can go a long way and can lead others to do the same. We encourage women to love and respect each other. Groups challenge the limited view of female sexuality and advocate for chemical regulations, a healthier work and home environment and transparent information regarding health and wellness.

SAVES LIVES

“Cancer has no prejudice or boundaries. It can affect anyone at any time of their lives.”

RISK FACTORS Risk factors for breast cancer include age, obesity, heavy drinking, smoking, chronic inflammation, high stress and toxins in our environment and diet. According to the National Cancer Institute, being exposed for a long time and/or to high levels of hormones is linked to an increased risk in breast

unlimited information and choice, where can we find solutions to complex, intricate issues for the betterment of society and the health of our people? The “system” can be changed from the inside out. We can address obstacles to unite and lead towards a better world. Cancer rates have risen exponentially as time goes by, and so has the prevalence of many other diseases. U.S. taxpayers spend a groundbreaking $38 billion yearly to subsidize meat and dairy consumption including heavy subsidies on corn and soy. Nevertheless, experts and scientists advocate for a diverse diet rich in healthy fats, leafy and cruciferous vegetables, low-glycemic fruits, herbs and spices, and fibrous and fermented foods. In a consumption driven industry, citizens pay for their own demise. This is an indicator of an issue that lingers in our government, food and education system and even within ourselves. We can all agree that changing government subsidies for the betterment of our people can save millions, advance healthcare and improve the quality of our lives.

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Mushroom Burrito • • • • • • • • • • • • •

1 cup portabella mushrooms 1 cup Basmati rice A can of fat-free refried beans 1 crushed Avocado 1 tbsp Pinto bean seasoning 1 tbsp Chili powder 1/2 tsp Paprika 1/2 tsp Red pepper Tortillas 2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp olive oil A dash of Hot sauce Kite Hill cream cheese*

Boil 2 cups of water with a dash of salt. Add 1 cup rice. Place on low heat and cover. Cook for 10 minutes. Add pinto bean seasoning, chili powder, paprika and red pepper in rice. Add 1 1/2 tbsp butter to rice and stir. Cut portabella mushroom in vertical slices. Sauté mushrooms in 1/2 tbsp butter and 2 tbsp olive oil until cooked through. Heat tortilla in iron skillet on both sides. Spread 2 tsp cream cheese and 1 tbsp refried beans evenly on tortilla. Make 1 tbsp bed of rice on top of spread. Add 3 slices avocado and 4 slices portabella mushroom. Add salt, pepper and hot sauce. *Come see me as a chef at the Ghosts and Goblins Who Cook on Oct. 19 at the Johnny Arolfo Civic Center.

Early detection of breast cancer can save lives. Check yourself for any changes in breasts 4-5 days after your period. Notice any change in shape, color, size and contour. Caress breasts in different positions and gradually increase pressure applying three fingers in a U-shaped circular motion. Pregnant women can reduce their chances of breast cancer by breast-feeding, which results in lowered estrogen levels in the body. Learn to relax and be aware of how stress triggers you. High cortisol levels over time affect the production of hormones and weaken the immune system. Recognize negative thoughts and realize that most anxieties are not reality or truth. The best we can do is prepare for the worst, expect the best, and help others live with passion and to their highest potential. Women are learning to embrace their femininity without limits. Female sexuality is elusive and mysterious, not until recently has culture allowed women to express themselves, connect to their body and discover their true potential as leaders in our world. It is time to celebrate womanhood for the beauty and power that it contains. What messages do women receive growing up in this culture? Peer support groups are now spreading social messages to better lives by sharing relatable experiences. When we acknowledge and understand ourselves and the differences we have with the opposite sex we can deepen our relationships. We strive to inspire men and women to live with intention and mindfulness to support a community of strong individuals that celebrate life together. There is no rhyme or reason for a disease that affects people worldwide from many walks of life. Cancer has no prejudice or boundaries. It can affect anyone at any time of their lives for reasons unknown to science. The environment we are raised in dictates our habits and lifestyle choices. For any change to take place it must first happen within. A guideline for longevity is to enjoy a nutrient dense diet with healthy fats and wholesome foods, live life to the fullest, and be happy. In the month of October, set aside a moment to honor the courageous people affected by this appalling disease and stand together to move forward to find solutions that can implement profound changes.

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Sedans still have what it takes By Don Armstrong

Toyota Corolla

Perhaps not as popular as it once was, the Toyota Corolla still outsells most others in its segment. The 2019 however may be a little harder to move since the competition has elbowed its way into Corolla territory. Toyota has decided that an oversized grille sets the Corolla apart from competitors, so that is the front-end treatment it receives. Other stylish but conservative sculpting falls by the wayside in comparison. The interior is adequate for an entry-level sedan, but true satisfaction will be determined by the trim level you choose, and there are plenty of them. Even the base trim, L, comes with LED headlights, emergency braking and a touchscreen. Power is derived from a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine that whirs out 132-horsepower through a CVT transmission. However, we’d recommend the higher output eco motor. Fuel mileage is 28 MPG-city and 36-highway. Don’t expect the Corolla to perform like a sport car but If you are looking for something to get you from point A to point B in relative comfort and reliability, then you may have chosen the right sedan. Pricing starts at $18,700.

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Volkswagen GTI

If you are looking to bump up the fun factor, then the VW GTI may be your car. This 4-door sedan, or hot hatch as some call it, is a low-to-the-ground road rocket that has room in the back seat for up to 3 passengers and a smallish cargo area behind it. Flop the rear seat-backs down and a significant cargo area awaits gobs of groceries or camping equipment for 2. Dash layout smacks of German engineering at it’s best; not overthought but controls placed at just the right spot with intuitive functionality. Under the hood is a turbocharged, 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder engine that delivers 220-horsepower to the front wheels. We had the manual transmission that multiplied the fun by six! An automatic is available too. Fuel mileage is a respectable 25-city and 33-highway. The GTI’s revised suspension – tuned for going around corners fast – will have everyone squealing with delight. Oh, the ride quality is a little stiffer, but not to so much as to kill the deal. Our bet is you will love this thing. Pricing begins at $26,415. Listen to Don Armstrong’s In Wheel Time radio show LIVE each Saturday 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on the Sportsmap 94.1 FM mobile app.

Adrian Garcia, from left, candidate for Pct. 2 Harris County commissioner, welcomes Suzy Allison and Hector and Madison Morales to his town hall on flood control at the Clear Lake City Recreation Center.

Tank terminal, flood control on Garcia’s radar By Mary Alys Cherry Adrian Garcia, former Harris County sheriff and a candidate for Harris County commissioner, Precinct 2, brought his campaign to Clear Lake in recent days, holding a town hall on flood control and then calling officials to put the brakes on a “proposed, massive, dangerous new petrochemical tank terminal at the entrance to Clear Lake.” “I’m taking a stand against polluters who are making our families and children sick,” Garcia said. “It is reported that Hurricane Harvey’s biggest polluter, Magellan Midstream Tank Terminal in Galena Park, now wants to build a massive petrochemical tank terminal of 58 tanks at the edge of Clear Lake City on land that flooded Horsepen Bayou so badly a car was swept off Highway 3, drowning the

driver during 2015’s May rain event,” Garcia, 57, continued. The land on which the company plans to put the crude oil tank farm is also near the Bay Knoll, Bay Glen and Sterling Knoll communities and in the path of the Ellington Airport runway. “Harris County needs to say NO,” he added. Garcia, who is running against Harris County Commissioner Jack Morman, held the town hall at the Clear Lake City Recreation Center, talking to the crowd about doing more to protect Precinct 2 families from flooding. “The first step is to take politics out of flood protection,” he said. Born in Houston to Maria and Ignacio Garcia on Dec. 26, 1960, he was the youngest of six children. In his youth, he helped out at his parents’ automotive shop fixing cars. He became a member of the Houston Police Department in 1980 and remained for 23 years before serving six years as a Houston city councilman, eventually becoming mayor pro-tem under former Mayor Bill White. When he was elected Harris County sheriff in 2009, he became the first Latino to serve in the post with about 60 percent of the vote and head of the third largest sheriff’s county in the United States. He resigned during his second term as sheriff to run unsuccessfully for mayor.

Morman focuses on transportation and flood control By Mary Alys Cherry “Fixing flooding issues in our area will be this generation of leaders and lawmakers greatest challenge,” Harris County Pct. 2 Commissioner Jack Morman told Space Center Rotary back in May. “We have been working on ways, not only to recover from the storm, but to better protect the residents of Harris County from future flooding, updating regulations.” These regulations, he explained, include changes to building height requirements, stricter permitting on buildings within the 100 and 500 year floodplain, and guidelines for mapping the floodplains. “In the past building officials have focused on the 100 year flood event. Clearly they were off the mark. We now are basing much of this new criteria off of the 500-year flood plain.” Out of this, county commissioners proposed the flood control bond referendum, which was passed overwhelmingly by voters in August to improve the flood control infrastructure, such as channel widening, storm water detention basins, and more efficient floodwater conveyance. “My second biggest priority behind flood control is mobility,

When Don Billings, seated, was ill and unable to attend the meeting at which he was to be honored for his 50th anniversary as a Mason, they came to his home and held the ceremony there. Participants included, from left, Don’s brother, David Billings, a Master Mason; Henry M. Hughes III, Past Master of Clear Lake Lodge; Don’s brother, Dennis Billings, Past Master Oak Forest Lodge; Marion S. DeVore District Instructor, District 30H, Grand Lodge of Texas; Alan E. Duncan, District Deputy. District 30H, Grand Lodge of Texas; Gary Evans, Worshipful Master of Clear Lake Lodge; Charlie P. Craig, Secretary of Clear Lake Lodge, David Harvey, Master Mason of Clear Lake Lodge.

and traffic infrastructure,” he said, going on to explain his proposed Beltway 8 expansion from Highway 225 to I-45, including the new Ship

Channel Bridge. Morman was sworn in as county commissioner Jan. 1, 2011, after winning a historic election, and was re-elected in 2014 to a second four-year term representing a million residents in East and Northeast Harris County. He previously served as Harris County’s representative on the H-GAC Board of Directors. Precinct 2’s operations include 380 employees operating 50 parks, 17 community centers, over 1,300 miles of county roads, the Lynchburg Ferry and Washburn Tunnel. Morman says his top priority is promoting economic growth in East Harris County by improving Precinct 2’s infrastructure and developing a business friendly environment. He is a graduate of Baylor University and Baylor University Law School and had a private law practice before winning the commissioner’s race in November 2010. The commissioner and his wife, Andi, were high school sweethearts and Deer Park natives. They have two children – daughter Jordan and son Trey.

Jody Singer has been named director of the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Ala., by NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstein. She has been the center’s deputy director since February 2016, and has been serving as acting director since the retirement of Todd May as director in July. She is the first woman appointed to the position.

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H e ald B an k Regatta Race Results

Lakewood Yacht Club and Bay Access Foundation hosted the 2018 Heald Bank Regatta Aug. 17-18 under near perfect sailing conditions. “Heald Bank is an offshore regatta that is sailed in the Gulf and follows a triangular course that starts and finishes in Galveston.,” LYC Race Chairman Bob Hunkins remarked. “We had great offshore sailing conditions, a fun postrace party, awesome volunteers and, as always, generous sponsors to help make this event a success.” Jimmy Buchanan skippered LYC member Hans Knickrehm’s Seute Deern to win the Texas Navigator Trophy, which is awarded to the overall winner in the Non-Spin class. The Old Winch Trophy, awarded to the overall winner of the Spinnaker class went to LYC member Ted Greak on Edelweiss. Other top finishers at this year’s regatta were: PHRF Cruising Non+Spin classic Canvas Evan Macaluso / It’s About Time / SailTime Houston PHRF Non-Spin Hans Knickrehm / Seute Deern, skippered by Jimmy Buchanan / LYC PHRF Spin Division A Jim Demarest / Sodalis III / LYC PHRF Spin Division B Ted Greak / Edelweiss / LYC Kevin Bednar, Galveston Bay Cruising Association Board of Governors member awarded the Texas Navy Cup to HeeJung Wescoat, who skippered Harms Way. The S. Rhodes Fisher trophy will be awarded at Houston Yacht Club’s 2018 Turkey Day Regatta awards by a descendant of S. Rhodes Fisher. See a full listing of results under the Regattas tab on the Lakewood Yacht Club website at www. lakewoodyachtclub.com. Sponsors of the Heald Bank Regatta are the City of Seabrook, Navy Rum, RejeX.com, OJ’s Marine, Little Yacht Sales, True North Marine, Texas Coast Yachts, Blackburn Marine, Upstream Brokers, Davis Marine Electronics, Kevin Severance Insurance, Sea Lake Yachts, Gulf Coast Mariner Magazine and Bay Area Houston Magazine.

Lakewood Yacht Club Opens Registration for 2018 Harvest Moon Regatta

YC will host the 32nd Annual Harvest Moon Regatta Oct. 25-28, which will race its usual format from Galveston to Port Aransas. Register at www. harvestmoonregatta.com The entry fee is $180 plus a Port A City Marina Docking /Rafting Fee based on length overall of your vessel. U.S. Sailing members receive a $10 discount. See Notice of Race for details.

Accommodations

company as well as refreshing beverages, catered barbeque and live entertainment, followed by a lively awards ceremony.

Important dates to remember • • • •

Standard entry deadline, Sunday, Oct. 7 Skippers’ Meeting, Friday, Oct. 19 at LYC Race Start, Thursday, Oct. 25 in Galveston Welcome Sailor Rum Party, Saturday, Oct. 27 in Port A

Port Aransas has made courageous efforts to rebuild from the damage it sustained during Hurricane Harvey and is in full recovery mode. Here’s a link to the latest list of accommodations that have reopened. You can also email info@ portaransas.org for a status update on specific lodging options. This highly anticipated offshore regatta is open to seasoned racers and non-competitive sailors and is raced down the Gulf Coast under an orange-red moon reflecting off the Gulf’s dark blue waters. Following the race, the sailboats raft up at the Port A City Marina for a fun-filled weekend that includes the Welcome Sailors Bacardi Rum Party, sponsored by original race sponsor Bacardi Rum. Close to 2,000 sailors and guests enjoy each other’s

Sponsors

Lakewood Yacht Club will host the 2018 J/Fest Southwest Regatta, organized by Bay Access, on Oct. 12-14.

of the reasons that a few years later we decided to move our boat from North Texas to Galveston Bay,” said J.D. Hill, this year’s regatta chairman. “J/Fest is one of the high points of each sailing season; it epitomizes everything about the J/Boat experience – fun, family, friends, and of course great sailing.” Visit www.jfestsouthwest.com to register. Lakewood Yacht Club will have cranes and storage available to sailors coming from out of town, and Seabrook has several overnight accommodations available that are offering discounted rates for racers and guests. Friends and family can watch the on-the-water action from the 68’ spectator boat. A $20 fee will get you lunch and a beverage. Seabrook and its surrounding areas have many local attractions. Tour Space Center Houston, enjoy dining and other amusements at the Kemah Boardwalk, stroll the walking trails in Seabrook, take a pontoon boat tour through Armand Bayou or visit the San Jacinto Monument and Battleship Texas. Questions regarding the regatta should be directed to Lakewood Yacht Club at 281-474-2511 or J/Fest Southwest Regatta Race Chairman J.D. Hill at jdhill@rejex.com.

he beautiful fall weather and mild temperatures that the Texas Gulf Coast affords will draw J/Boats and their owners and crews to Galveston Bay to enjoy racing in this 9th annual J/Fest Regatta. J/Boats are renowned for their popular, sweetsailing performance yachts ranging from 22’ and 65’ in length and built in a variety of designs for cruising, day-sailing and racing. The regatta entry fee is $95 for all classes except for the J/Cruising class, which will be $75. A $5 discount is available to U.S. Sailing members. Registration includes entry into the skippers’ meeting Oct. 12 and two tickets to the Saturday evening party, which consists of a Frogmore Stew Cajun Shrimp Boil, pool party and live entertainment by the LC Roots Band. “Our first J/Fest was in 2012 as crew, and it’s one

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Aside from title sponsor, Bacardi Rum, other annual sponsors include City of Seabrook, Bay Area Houston Magazine, Bank Sails, Bay Access, Blackburn Marine, Davis Marine Electronics, Faron Daigle Realtor, Fishbone Safety Solutions, Kevin Severance Insurance, Laguna Harbor, Little Yacht Sales, Mantus Anchors, Gulf Coast Mariner Magazine, Ocean Navigator, OJs Marine, Optima Marine, Pelican Insurance, RejeX.com, Sea Lake Yachts, Texas Coast Yachts, True North Marine, TRS Hotels and Upstream Brokers. For additional information about HMR, email HMR Race Chairman Paul Dunphey at hmr@ lakewoodyachtclub.com or call Principal Race Officer Dwight Bengtson at 832-457-5154.

Make a little change! By Pastor Brad Heintz

y adopted Dad, Rush Warren, always carries 99 cents in change in his pocket: 2 quarters, 2 dimes, 1 nickel and 4 pennies. He also always carries a black comb and pack of Kleenex, just in case he needs it. I prefer no change in my pocket. It seems to weigh me down. But then, if I need it, I don’t have it. Doesn’t that speak loudly? To be honest, I personally don’t like change in my life either. I am not a person who is all about change just for change sake. But I am all about transformation, which is a little humorous since I don’t embrace change very well. It is also a little humorous that my chosen profession is all about change. The difference for me is the reason and end result of the change. If the reason is worth it, I will embrace change. If the result of change is helpful, I will embrace change. If the benefits will make things better then I can grab onto that kind of change. An Alcoholics Anonymous phrase that resonates with me is, “Change happens when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of change.” Maybe it is the mere caterpillar mentality. Does a caterpillar embrace change because it innately knows it will be better off as a butterfly? Is it just in the caterpillar’s DNA or does it think, “Anything could be better that eating dust!” If I engage this mentally I could think, “If I embrace change and the result isn’t like a metamorphic reconfiguration with the ability to fly, then why do it?” or “Even if I don’t have a metamorphic reconfiguration, certainly anything else could be better.” Paul says in Ephesians 4:20-24 (GW), “But that is not what you learned

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from Christ’s teachings. 21 You have certainly heard his message and have been taught his ways. The truth is in Jesus. 22 You were taught to change the way you were living. The person you used to be will ruin you through desires that deceive you. 23 However, you were taught to have a new attitude. 24 You were also taught to become a new person created to be like God, with a life that truly has God’s approval and is holy.” The brutal fact is we are always changing. The question really then is, “What can I do to make change work?” That is what Petco, Chili’s, and other stores and restaurants have figured out. They ask customers to make change work for charities by rounding up to the nearest dollar or donating your change. In the Forbes Magazine article, “Donating At Checkout Remains High Amidst Retail Slump,” David Hessekiel said, “73 ‘charity checkout’ campaigns brought in $441.63 million in 2016.” That’s a chunk of change! Why does this work? I believe it changes the purchase from being all about me to being about something greater than me. So do you have room in your pocket for change? Maybe think about change as a little something extra that can do something greater. Make a little change today in your life, and just see if there is not a greater benefit. Pastor Brad Heintz is the founding pastor of Living Word Church in Seabrook, a vibrant family-style, non-denominational gathering of believers who take a pure, simple and real approach to faith and life. www.LWCBA.org Like us and watch us live on www.Facebook. com/LWCBA

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between the Replay Official and the Referee. His counterpart is the Instant-Replay Field Communicator. He is the person on the sideline with the headset and tablet who allows the game referee to see and hear what happened on the particular play in question.

KICKING PLAYS

From L-R Greg Melius, Jim Renfro, Dewayne Cooper, Dwight Steffler, Mike Machol, Steve Freemen, Rudy Guerrero, Michael Paul and Jason Gold.

Behind the curtains of an NFL game By Joe Machol v en aft e r 17 years as the NFL Game Clock Operator for the Houston Texans, the amount of effort required to host a game continues to astonish me. It all begins with the NFL’s Game Day Assistants (GDA). They are responsible for putting together the operations team of On-Field Game Officials, the Coach-to-Player Operator, a Game-Clock Operator, an Instant-Replay Communicator, the InstantReplay Field Communicator, an Instant-Replay Field Technician, the Kicking Ball Coordinator, a Play-Clock Operator, a Video Operator, and the Chain Crew. The GDAs show up for the game four hours prior to kick off. They supervise the Operations Team as they perform their NFL checklist of pregame duties. This includes a review of procedures and rules, and the inspection and testing of all communications and electronic equipment. Two hours prior to kickoff, the GDAs perform a dress-rehearsal simulating game conditions. This eliminates technical glitches and ensures smooth operations during each NFL game. The On-Field Game Officials wear the black and white striped shirts. They manage the game as officials, call penalties and maintain an orderly

pace of play. One of the OnField Game Officials serves as the Replay Official. The Referee is the fellow wearing the white hat with a microphone who announces pertinent information to the fans watching the game.

COMMUNICATION The Coach-to-Player Operator manages the electronic communication between the offensive coach and the quarterback, and the defensive coach and linebacker. When the play clock countdown reaches 15 seconds, he presses a button that blocks the communication process. When the play is over he releases the button and the electronic communications are restored. This is repeated for each play throughout the entire game. The Game-Clock Operator runs the 15-minute clock for each quarter. He must be an expert about all the timing rules in the NFL. His responsibility requires intense focus on the game and all of the officials. He prevents time-outs from being called during periods when they are not allowed. As a backup, he must keep a manual, written log of all clock starts and stops. In the event of an electronic malfunction, the log serves to keep accurate time during the balance of the game. The Instant-Replay Communicator either initiates, or is called upon to look at a play for review. They enable electronic communication

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Footballs used on kicking plays (K Balls) are separate from those used on regular plays. The Kicking Ball Coordinator is responsible for all the K Balls before and during the game. On game day the K Balls are opened and properly inflated to the exact specifications of the NFL. Each team has a representative who prepares the K Balls under the supervision of the Kicking Ball Coordinator. The K ball coordinator will keep the balls with him at all times during the game. On kickoffs, punts, field goals or extra points, the K Ball coordinator will toss the ball to a Game Official who will spot the ball at the line of scrimmage. Once the kicking play is over the Game Official will toss the ball back to the K ball coordinator, who will place it back in a bag he wears on his side. The Play-Clock Operator duties are to run the 40 second and the 25 second clock. This job takes great concentration and laser focus. The circumstances of each play will dictate whether the play-clock should be reset to 40 seconds or 25 seconds. After a regular play, the play clock is set to 40 seconds. If there is an administrative stoppage (a penalty, timeout or injury), the play-clock will be set to 25 seconds. The play-clock operator will start and stop his clock according to the play or the Game Official’s signals. The Video Operator assists the Replay Official looking at replays to make review calls on the field. This is a very sophisticated system and requires electronic knowledge. The Chain Crew is an integral part of the game. The crew consists of eight people and a back up. This includes the down box man. He wears a red vest and holds the stick with the four numbers 1, 2, 3, 4 marking each down. Another crew member wears a black and yellow vest and positions an orange banner on the ground to mark the line to gain after each play. Two men who hold the chain, which is exactly 10 yards long. Another member of the Chain Crew places a clip on the chain for measuring first-downs when the chains are brought on the field. There are also people who chart penalties and plays which include down and distance. On the home side of the field are the other 2 Chain Crew the alternate down box and the alternate line to gain. The Ball Boys toss the game balls to the Officials when it is necessary to replace the current game ball. Usually this is done on incomplete passes and when the ball goes out of bounds. There are two Ball Boys on each side of the field to ensure smooth operations. These are just a few of the many people who help put on a NFL game. They are a dedicated and hard-working bunch. It is a privilege to work in the NFL. We all take our responsibilities very seriously, but enjoy ourselves immensely. The next time you watch a NFL game on TV, or at the stadium, I hope you will remember that what you are seeing is well choreographed because of the hard working men and woman of the National Football League.

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It was quite an excited crowd at Space Center Rotary when President Nancy Anderson presented a check for $20,000 to the Clear Creek Education Foundation for The Leader in Me program at Space Center Intermediate School. Among those taking part in the ceremony were, from left, banker Jim Stewart, realtor Jonathan Cottrell, Rotarians Bob Wren and Nancy Anderson, CCEF President Deborah Laine, Space Center Intermediate student leader Eden Fuentes, and Principal Ann Thorn, Clear Creek ISD Superintendent Dr. Greg Smith with Deputy Superintendent Paul McLarty, both Rotarians, and Dr. Karen Engle, assistant superintendent of secondary education.

Space Center Rotary donating $60,000 for school program By Mary Alys Cherry

n an effort to take education of students in the Clear Creek schools a step higher, Space Center Rotary Club is donating $60,000 over the next three years to the Clear Creek Education Foundation, which is overseeing a highly touted program called The Leader in Me. The program was initially started locally two years ago at Falcon Pass Elementary in Clear Lake with a $50,000 CCEF grant. With the Rotary dollars, CCEF will now oversee a similar program at nearby Space Center Intermediate, Rotary Club President Nancy Anderson announced at the Aug. 27 club luncheon at Bay Oaks Country Club. Others taking part in the ceremony were Space Center Intermediate Principal Ann Thorn, student leader Eden Fuentes, who went through the program at Falcon Pass, CCEF President Deborah Laine and a number of CCEF Board members. The program utilizes Stephen Covey’s timeless “7 Habits of Highly Effective People:” 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Be proactive Begin with the end in mind Put first things first Think win-win Seek first to understand, then to be understood Synergize Sharpen the saw

Over 3,000 Leader in Me Schools in 50 countries are embracing this new paradigm and discovering

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answers to the most challenging issues that educators face today. The City of Webster plans to sponsor the program at McWhirter Elementary there and Seabrook Rotary is looking into sponsoring Leader in Me at Bay Elementary in Seabrook. Former CCEF Executive Director Kaci Hanson saw the program as “a great investment we will be able to assess with the hopes of expanding it across the district for a larger

“It’s about kids recognizing that everyone has something to bring to the table and their potential is endless.” impact…With dynamic programs like The Leader in Me, CCEF is fulfilling its mission of providing a world class education in CCISD.” Falcon Pass Coach Rachel Holcomb thinks the program helps educators empower their students to become “game changers” in their education, health, community and in their relationships with others. “It’s about kids recognizing that everyone has something to bring to the table and their potential is endless,” she added. Space Center Rotary already sponsors the Early Act First Knight program at Whitcomb Elementary to help young children learn high ethical standards -- honesty, discipline, responsibility, tolerance, confidence, perseverance and compassion.

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Scotty’s

Mediterraneo

Franca’s Noon & Mirch

Avenida Brazil

Sam’s Boat

Villa Capri

Pomodoro’s

Pappa’s Delta Blues

Boondoggles

Hunsa Thai 888 Chinese

Angelo’s

Habanero’s

Chelsea Wine Bar

Tookie’s Seafood Cabo

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Sundance Opus

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Skallywag’s Amadeus

Ocean Sushi

Nobi

South Shore Grille

El Tiempo MichiRu

Jackie’s Brickhouse

T-Bone Tom’s Playa Maya

Floyd’s Red River BBQ Main St. Bistro

Stomp’s Burgers

Gilhooley’s

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AMERICAN 1. Jackie’s Brickhouse 1053 Marina Bay Dr, Kemah, TX (832) 864-2459 jackiesbrickhouse.com 2. Main St Bistro 615 E Main St, League City, TX (281) 332-8800 3. Red Oak Cafe 6011 W Main St a106, League City, TX (832) 905-3150 redoakcafe.com 4. Stomp’s Burger Joint 3107 TX-146, Bacliff, TX (281) 339-0785 stompsburgerjoint.com 5. South Shore Grille 2800 Marina Bay Dr, League City, TX (281) 334-7700 soshoregrille.com 6. T-Bone Tom’s 707 TX-146, Kemah, TX (281) 334-2133 tbonetoms.com 7. Cabo Bar & Grill 2513 NASA Rd. 1, Seabrook, TX (281) 532-2691 caboclearlake.com 8. Sam’s Boat 3101 NASA Rd. 1 Seabrook, TX (281) 326-7267 samsboat.com ASIAN 1. 888 Chinese 16744 El Camino Real, Houston, TX (281) 990-8888 888chinesetx.com

Red Oak Cafe

Topwater Grill

Gumbo Bar

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Dickinson BBQ

Gio’s

2. Hunsa Thai Kitchen 4622 E NASA Pkwy, Seabrook, TX (281) 532-6339 3. Masa Sushi 977 E NASA Pkwy, Webster, TX (281) 486-9888 masasushitexas.com 4. Michiru Sushi 20911 Gulf Fwy, Webster, TX (281) 338-9988 michirusushi.com 5. Noon & Mirch: Cuisine of India 505 E NASA Pkwy, Webster, TX 77598 6. Ocean Sushi 3020 Marina Bay Dr Suite A2, League City, TX (281) 957-9122 oceansushigrill.com BARBEQUE 1. Dickinson BBQ 2111 FM 517 Rd E, Dickinson, TX (281) 534-2500 dickinsonbbq.com 2. Pappas Delta Blues 19901 Gulf Fwy, Webster, TX (281) 332-0024 www.pappasdeltablues.com 3. Red River BBQ 1911 E Main St Suite B, League City, TX (281) 332-8086 CAJUN 1. Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack 310 Texas Ave, Kemah, TX (281) 334-5000 crazyalanswampshack.com 2. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood 20760 Gulf Fwy, Webster, TX (281) 332-7474 floydswebster.com

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3. Little Daddy’s Gumbo Bar 1615 FM 646, League City, TX (281) 524-8626 littledaddysgumbobar.com

1. Bakkhus Taverna 605 6th St, Kemah, TX 77565 (281) 538-1800 bakkhustaverna.com

4. Tilted Kilt 2481 Gulf Fwy, League City, TX (281) 309-0471 m o s e s tiltedkilt.com

4. Marais 2015 FM 517 Rd E, Dickinson, TX (281) 534-1986

2. Mediterraneo Market & Cafe 18033 Upper Bay Rd, Houston, TX (281) 333-3180 mediterraneomarket.com

5. Boondoggles Pub 4106 E NASA Pkwy, El Lago, TX 77586 (281) 326-2739 boondogglespub.com

3. Sawa Mediterranean 16608 El Camino Real, Houston, TX (281) 990-0817 sawarestaurantgrill.com

6. Chelsea Wine Bar 4106 E NASA Pkwy f, El Lago, TX 77586 (281) 326-5282 chelseawinebartexas.com

I TA L I A N 1. Angelo’s Pizza & Pasta 400 Bay Area Blvd A, Webster, TX (281) 332-2404 angelospizza-pasta.com 2. Amadeus 700 Kipp Ave, Kemah, TX (281) 334-3311 3. Gio’s Flying Pizza & Pasta 650 FM 517 W. Dickinson, TX (281) 337-0107 giosflyingpizza.com 4. Grazia Italian Kitchen 1001 Pineloch Dr #1100, Houston, TX (281) 486-2083 graziaitalian.com 5. Pomodoro’s NASA 1303 E NASA Pkwy, Houston, TX (281) 480-0700 pomodorosnasa.com 6. Villa Capri 3713 NASA Rd. 1, Seabrook frenchiesvillacapri.com (281) 326-2373 7. Franca’s Real Italian 1101 E NASA Pkwy, Houston, TX 77058 francasrealitalian.com (281) 488-2207 MEDITERRANEAN

MEXICAN 1. El Tiempo Cantina 20237 Gulf Fwy, Webster, TX (713) 802-1580 eltiempocantina.com 2. Habanero’s Tacos 1908 Hialeah Dr #2, Seabrook, TX (281) 474-4400 habanerostacos.com 3. Playa Maya Tacos 1415 TX-146, Kemah, TX Phone: (281) 532-6986 playamayakemah.com PUB/BAR/FUSION 1. Nobi Public House 241 E NASA Pkwy, Webster, TX (832) 932-5111 nobipub.com 2. Scotty’s Pub 3202 Marina Bay Dr, League City, TX (281) 339-7474 www.scottyspubhouston.com 3. Skallywag’s 600 6th St, Kemah, TX (281) 538-8877

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SEAFOOD 1. Gilhooley’s Oyster Bar 222 9th St, San Leon, TX 77539 (281) 339-3813 2. Opus Ocean Grille 1510 Marina Bay Dr, Clear Lake Shores, TX (281) 334-0006 opusoceangrille.com 3. Tookie’s Seafood 1106 Bayport Blvd, Seabrook, TX (281) 942-9445 tookiesseafood.com 4. Topwater Grill 815 Avenue O, San Leon, TX 77539 (281) 339-1232 topwatergrill.com 5. Sundance Grill II 800 Mariners Dr, Kemah, TX 77565 (281) 535-5350 sundance-grill.com STEAK 1. Avenida Brazil 201 Bay Area Blvd, Webster, TX 77598 (281) 557-9999 avebrazil.com

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Photography by Hal Bushnell

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B A HM COV E R PA RT Y @ TH E S H O R E S AT C L E AR L AKE Photos by Mary Alys Cherry

The Shores staffers Shelly Garrido, whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in sales and marketing; Executive Director Latanya Jules and Resident Care Director Tracey McCord, from left, stop for a photo.

Dyesha Jones, left, and Anne Victor enjoy looking around at the new assisted living facility on Space Center Boulevard.

Katherine Bellingham, left, and Becky Day arrive at The Shores Clear Lake for the Bay Area Houston Magazine Cover Party.

Business Office Director Isabel Mata and Culinary Service Director Dwayne Carrington.

Bay Area Houston Magazine advertising executives Robyn Weigert, Joe Machol, Amber Sample and Dana McDonald, from left, line up by the entrance of The Shores Clear Lake to help welcome guests to the Cover Party spotlighting the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new assisted living facility on Space Center Boulevard not far from its intersection with NASA Parkway.

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Constable Phil Sandlin and I during his annual Gumbo Gala at the Pasadena Convention Center.

The Bay Area’s most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes on stage at Sundance Grill II.

Bachelor & bachelorette auction raises thousands for diabetes research

W Letting my ‘wingman’ Bo Brinkman take the shot.

Tim Leppard and I take aim at white wing dove on his south Texas ranch.

ell Houston had its list and Galveston had its list, so it was time for the Bay Area to have its list of most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes. The honorees were chosen for their contribution to the cities in Galveston county. They are Lance Fegen, Ange Mertens, Hank Dugie, Wendy Shaw, Dr. Louie Robinson, Erin Webb, Kevin Smith, Blaine Ochoa and Justin Gripon. Ange Mertens had the idea to use the community involved honorees to raise some money for the American Diabetes Association. She put together the fun Date Auction night that was held at the beautiful Sundance Grill II, where the venue and food was graciously donated by Hans Mair. The bidding went wild when the Bachelors and Bachelorettes each walked the runway. Dates with Lance Fegen and Wendy Shaw went for the highest bids of the night at a wonderful $3,000 each. Lance Fegen is the Culinary Director for the Liberty Kitchen restaurants and offered a dinner for eight people in their home with him as the chef, and that exciting auction item went for $2,300.

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Emcee and League City Mayor Pat Hallisey in good company.

Sponsor Elite 24hour ER Gloria Greene and Event Chairman Ange Mertens

The bidders and audience alike had a great time as the honorees strutted their stuff and brought in $18,000 for the American Diabetes Association! League City Mayor Pat Hallisey was the Emcee and shared his story of the heart attack he had last year while working hard after Hurricane Harvey. Hallisey is a Type 2 diabetic and had to have his leg amputated from complications from his diabetes and warned the audience of the evils of uncontrolled Diabetes. The illustrious Rick Clapp from Bay Area Houston Magazine did a great job as the auctioneer. Ange, who is a Type 1 diabetic, spoke at the end of the auction and thanked everyone for coming, asked everyone to be cautious of the signs of diabetes and told everyone about the research and support you can find at diabetes.org. Mertens also thanked the sponsors, Liberty Kitchen Restaurants, Tax Recourse, Elite Care 24 -hour Emergency Room, and Sundance Grill II. Attendees then enjoyed a night of listening to and dancing to the tunes of MECHANIX.

That’s exactly what I did. I have been modeling for five years in Houston, and it is one of my biggest passions. Many people have tried to tell me that it’s just a dream and that it wouldn’t happen. So I made it a point to prove to them that my dreams can become my reality. July of 2018, I went and met with my mother agency, Page Parkes. I told

got to see Eric. I laughed and joked and tried to let my light shine the whole meeting. When the interviews were over. Eric came in and said “Okay so they all love you, you’re signed Lilli!” I felt like a million pounds were lifted off my shoulder! I have been dreaming of getting signed with another agency for so long and I was so happy! We took some test

“Stop letting other people’s opinions control what you like doing.”

By Lilli Heintz

e all have dreams. Some people will end up chasing their dreams and hoping they become reality, and some people are more realistic and choose that dreams are just a way that your brain can escape. I am a dreamer. I tend to let my dreams lead me in life. To me, it’s a way that God can tell us how our life could be. The 5 year-old me started dreaming about becoming a model. This grew into my biggest dream to pick up my life, move to New York and be a model.

them that I was moving to New York in a month and that I wanted to be signed with a modeling agency. We made an appointment with APM and I booked a flight to meet with them. I met one of their agents, Eric, a couple months earlier. We were laughing and cracking jokes and I felt at home when speaking with him. Apparently, they weren’t going to sign me until everyone in the agency got to see me in person, so I knew I had to turn on my charm. Right before I walked in I called my dad and asked for prayer to calm my nerves because I was about to jump out of my skin and run back to Texas. Have you ever felt like a panic attack was coming on? Like palms sweaty and not being able to hear over your heartbeat. That was my feeling the entire interview. I met with four agents total but luckily, I

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shots and he gave me the contract to sign. I then left and met up with my best friend, Mikah, who just so happened to be visiting the city. What a blessing to have her and her family there to hug since my family couldn’t make it. I found what I thought was a move-in ready apartment in Brooklyn with two girls from Houston. On Aug. 13, my dad and I were on a plane with four checked bags and two carry-ons moving my belongings. From clothes to pots and pans, we had it all. Then came the speed bumps. We woke up to our early flight being cancelled and rescheduled flights were pushed back four hours. Once we landed, got our bags, and rented a car, it was midnight. We had been awake since 5 a.m. and were exhausted! All I wanted to do was get to my

apartment and blow up my air mattress and pass out. Well, we walked through the door and my apartment was filthy! There were construction tools, dirt, mud, cups, and the best thing was no AC. Now you are probably saying that New York has great weather, well it didn’t. It was 90 degrees with 96% humidity. We were hot, tired and hungry, and our landlord wasn’t answering his phone. I was balling crying, maybe this was a sign that I shouldn’t have done this? Maybe I should just move back home and not go after my dream. But no, I am not going to let Satan get in my thoughts and tell me that this isn’t where I’m supposed to be. The disaster wasn’t over yet. I spent hours scrubbing and washing things off. Over the next couple days, we got an AC unit set up, my bed, and parts of the kitchen. The gas company came to turn on our gas, and we found out that after a week of cold showers that our water heater was electric. Don’t worry I figured everything out, but three weeks later we have a leaky ceiling in the bathroom. With all these bumps in the road, it can make you feel like dreams shouldn’t be lived out. Things have started to look up though. I am living in one of the most amazing cities in the world because of a dream I had when I was five. I have had many people tell me that I wasn’t going to make it. Because I’m a pastor’s daughter I shouldn’t be doing this as my job. I love modeling and the feeling I get in my stomach before I walk on the stage or when the camera faces my way. This is something that I want to be doing as long as my body can do it. Then I will do my second passion, which is photography, and this job can open doors for that chapter in my life. If you are realistic person or a dreamer we all have ideas of how we would like our life to be. Why don’t we shoot for those dreams? People told me they had a similar opportunity when they were younger and they turned it down, and that was one of their biggest regrets. I don’t want to regret not going after my dreams. There were things for me to do back in Houston, but I felt deep down for a long time that there are better opportunities for me. So why not get up and move to a new city that can help better my future. Stop letting other people’s opinions control what you like doing. Why not show them wrong and show that you can do it. Show them that your dreams are your reality and go after them. I believe that you can do it.

[AEROSPACE] Photos by Mary Alys Cherry

RNASA Chairman Rodolfo Gonzalez, from left, welcomes Space Center Rotary President Nancy Anderson and her husband, Bob, and Past President Ralph Kramer to the Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at Lakewood Yacht Club.

Long-time aerospace friends are happy to see one another at the 2018 RNASA Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at Lakewood Yacht Club. They are, from left, Rich Jackson, Jeff and Mengo Carr and Glynn and Marilyn Lunney.

RNASA donates $16,500 to aerospace education

he Rotary National Award for Space Achievement Foundation announced a total donation of $16,500 to several programs during its recent annual RNASA volunteer appreciation dinner at Lakewood Yacht Club. “The RNASA Foundation,” President Rodolfo González said, “is very grateful to our generous corporate sponsors who accomplish so much for our nation’s space programs. It is very fitting that the proceeds yielded from the 2018 Space Awards Gala be invested in programs that inspire our future engineers and leaders.” The RNASA Foundation hosts an awards gala each spring to honor individuals and teams for their accomplishments in aerospace. The Foundation presented its top award, the National Space Trophy, to former Acting NASA Administrator Robert Lightfoot at the RNASA Space Awards Gala April 27at the Houston Hyatt Regency. The RNASA Foundation will donate $2,500 in Lightfoot’s name to the Texas High School Aerospace Scholars and $2,500 to the University of Alabama Capstone Engineering Society, Alabama Rocket Engineering Systems team. Lightfoot commented, “I want to thank Rotary for providing the donations to these two organizations. Both of them ignite the passion that has fueled my career in the next generation so they will continue the journey of exploration and discovery.” During the appreciation dinner, González and RNASA Foundation Treasurer Geoff Atwater presented two $2,500 scholarships to Matthew Elmer and Madison Hanson, both accomplished and energetic students who participated in the 2017 High School Aerospace Scholars summer program at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. Elmer, a National Merit Scholarship finalist from Pleasanton High School in Pleasanton is attending Texas A&M University. “I plan to study aerospace engineering, and “be part of the team that puts a man on Mars.”

Dr. Jean Walker, secretary of the RNASA Foundation, welcomes Duane Ross to the Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at Lakewood.

Geoff Atwater, left, treasurer of the RNASA Foundation, presents a check to NASA Education Specialist Debra Derham for the Texas High School Aerospace Scholars during the Appreciation Dinner.

Madison Hanson of Lubbock High in Lubbock is attending the honors college at the University of Alabama, studying mechanical and aerospace engineering. “I hope to be a propulsion engineer at NASA’s Marshall Spaceflight Center in Huntsville, Ala., where I can truly be a rocket scientist!” An additional donation of $6,500 is being made to NASA’s Texas Aerospace Scholars program, for polo shirts for the participants in the 2019 program, González told RNASA directors and dinner guests.

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The RNASA Foundation was founded by the Space Center Rotary Club of Houston in 1985 to organize and coordinate an annual event to recognize outstanding achievements in space and create greater public awareness of the benefits of space exploration. The 33rd annual gala will be held at the Houston Hyatt Regency on April 26, 2019. For information on sponsorship opportunities and previous event photos, visit www.rnasa.org

CIS – Bay Area recognizes Boeing employees’ support Communities In Schools – Bay Area recently presented a plaque to representatives of the Employee Community Fund of Boeing Houston in recognition and appreciation of their support of CIS-Bay Area programming. CIS-Bay Area is a nonprofit organization that provides dropout prevention programming for at-risk and economically disadvantaged children and has programs on 16 Clear Creek and Dickinson ISD campuses in Harris and Galveston counties. This year 1,275 students will receive case management services and over 14,000 will participate Communities in Schools-Bay Area Executive Director Dr. Peter Wuenschel, in CIS-Bay Area campus-wide activities. third from left, presents a plaque to Boeing employes, from left, Betty Espinosa, Ryne Baker, Debbie Liput and David Chapek, representatives One of the largest employee-owned of the Employee Community Fund of Boeing Houston in recognition and and managed funds of its kind in the appreciation of their support of CIS-Bay Area. world, the Employees Community Fund of The Boeing Co. has been empowering employees to make greater impact and challenges our community’s children and families by pooling their tax-deductible donations for more face.” than 60 years. Since 2016, Boeing Houston ECF has CIS-Bay Area’s mission is to surround students with awarded $14,500 in grant support for Communities In a community of support, empowering them to stay Schools – Bay Area school-based dropout prevention in school and achieve in life. For more information programming. on Communities In Schools – Bay Area dropout CIS- Bay Area Executive Director Dr. Peter prevention programs, visit www.cisba.org or call 281Wuenschel, met with Boeing Houston employees to 486-6698. personally thank them and the ECF for their support. Through purposeful investments, employee “Boeing Houston ECF has a long history of generously engagement and thoughtful advocacy efforts, Boeing supporting local nonprofit organizations, and and its employees support innovative partnerships Communities In Schools – Bay Area is honored to be a and programs that align with our strategic objectives, recipient of Boeing ECF grants for the last two years. create value and help build better communities I am so appreciative of the support from Boeing ECF, worldwide. To learn more, visit www.boeing.com/ and their commitment to learning about the issues principles/community-engagement.page

Pence has high praise for JOHNSON SPACE CENTER By Mary Alys Cherry

Vice President Mike Pence, left, with NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine.

“America will lead mankind to the stars once again,” Vice President Mike Pence told a standing room only crowd in Johnson Space Center’s Teague Auditorium, “and,” he continued, “there are plans to send man back to the moon for the first time in nearly 50 years. “We’re not content with leaving behind footprints or even to leave it all. This time has come, we believe, for the United States of America to take what we’ve learned over so many decades, put your ingenuity and creativity to work and establish a permanent presence around and on the moon.” Welcome words for a group of hard-working engineers and space scientists, after a decade of nearly being ignored by government officials. The vice president, accompanied by NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine, were both here for a second visit -- much to the delight of the audience, most of whom couldn’t recall this much attention from Washington in years. Read the complete story on our website, www. bayareahoustonmag.com

Aerospace executive John Zarcaro loses battle with cancer The Clear Lake area lost one of its long-time aerospace executives with the death Aug. 18 of John George Zarcaro, 85, who died from a rare and aggressive type of kidney cancer. The son of two Italian immigrants, John was born May 6, 1933, in Asbury Park, N.J. He graduated high school from LaSalle Military Academy in Long Island, N.Y., where he played basketball, football and golf, and earned his degree in Aeronautical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. After graduation, he joined the U.S. Navy and became a pilot, flying several planes including the A-4, his favorite, which was a carrier attack aircraft. John met the love of his life, Rose Veronica Gonzalez, in Kingsville, Texas, and they married Oct. 4, 1957 and celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary and a lifetime of love last year with their family. John joined NASA during Project Mercury when astronauts Alan Shepard, Gus Grisson and John Glenn were putting America on the space map, and served in the nation’s space program for a number of years. In 1984, he founded GeoControl Systems, Inc., with the help of friends and investors, and continued his service to the space program. Headquartered in Houston, GCS – now celebrating its 34th year -- is recognized by the engineering and administrative support services it provides to NASA’s Johnson Space Center and its prime aerospace contractors. Besides his wife, Rose, he is survived by three sons and their wives – John and Sandy Zarcaro, Michael and Sarah Zarcaro, Anthony Zarcaro – and a daughter, Rosanne, and partner Chuck, plus a number of grandchildren, siblings, nieces and nephews. Services were held at St. Bernadette Catholic Church with burial at Forest Park East.

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[BAY AREA HOUSTON ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP] Johnson Space Center Director Mark Geyer, left, gets a warm welcome from Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership President Bob Mitchell and Chairman Dr. Brenda Hellyer as he arrives to discuss NASA’s “Vision for the Future” for the BAHEP membership at Lakewood Yacht Club in Seabrook.

Shawn Bailey, right, president of Amoco Federal Credit Union, says hello to Kemah Mayor Carl Joiner as they arrive at Lakewood Yacht Club.

JSC director Geyer speaks of America’s space leadership role today, in the future By Mary Alys Cherry and Kathryn Paradis

Boeing Houston Site Director Mark Mulqueen, left, visits with ERG Principal Darryl Smith as they await the start of the BAHEP meeting featuring remarks by Johnson Space Center Director Mark Geyer.

Barrios Technology President Robert McAfoos, left, is happy to see Alpha Space CEO Mark Gittleman, at the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership meeting at Lakewood Yacht Club.

century when the first international crew, commanded by American astronaut William M. Shepherd, arrived on a Russian Soyuz that launched on Oct. 31, 2000. Since that day, he said there has always been an American onboard Station. “Station brings a symbol of national leadership in the world. We lead the rest of the world in space. I had a chance to meet with the U.S. ambassador in Russia when I was over there for a launch. He told me that as difficult as relationships are with the Russians, Space Station is the one thing, the one positive thing that we are doing together. That’s important.” Then he cautioned, “Another thing to remember is that if the United States doesn’t lead in space, there’s another county that cannot wait to lead in space, and that’s China. We know that they are making efforts to do that.” After briefly talking about the commercialization of space, he took the crowd into the future -- the commercial opportunities the ISS offers and plans to build the Lunar Orbital Platform-Gateway in the 2020s to launch the Orion spacecraft on 21-day missions past the moon and back. And, how JSC will continue to be a key part of the integration of that program. And, what about new NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine? “He is extremely personable and very open, Geyer says. “He really likes to meet with teams and talking with the interns. He’s trying very hard, listening to people. I love working for him; he’s a great guy.” Geyer, who was introduced by BAHEP Chairman and San Jacinto College Chancellor Dr. Brenda Hellyer, began his NASA career in 1990 at JSC and has been here ever since. He has witnessed much during the ensuing years – both triumph and tragedy. His presentation left many with the feeling, however, that the best is yet to come both for NASA and for Johnson Space Center.

nowing the human tendency to overlook the value of many outstanding things in our daily lives – things that become “old hat” – Johnson Space Center Director Mark Geyer reminded Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership members of the great value of the International Space Station, which has been circling the Earth for the past 18 years. “Station is an incredible international achievement,” he said as he opened his address, “and I want to talk about the different pieces that make ISS so special. People may not be aware of the details surrounding the amount of utilization that is happening every day on Space Station. “There are payload experiments – things we are pushing the envelope on – on how to live and work in space, which is really going to be important when we go to the moon and on to Mars. A Mars journey could take three years or longer. We’re learning about how the human body behaves and how it changes. We’re learning how to mitigate those things through exercise and nutrition. There’s an incredible amount of work that goes on every day; plus, we get some cool pictures!” It also has helped the United States and Russia become space buddies, he explained. Their space friendship began back at the turn of the

Nassau Bay City Manager Jason Reynolds and Mayor Mark Denman, from left, bump into Bay developer Fred Griffin and Taylor Lake Village Mayor Jon Kenney at the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership meeting at Lakewood Yacht Club.

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KBRwyle Senior Vice President Vernon McDonald and Vice President Genie Bopp, from left, stop to talk with AM Agency CEO Victoria Edgington.

Ghosts and Goblins Who Cook returns to the League City Civic Center on Oct. 19.

Clear Lake ABPW meets Oct. 4. The Association of Business and Professional Women will meet Thursday, Oct. 4, at 7:30 a.m. at Bay Oaks Country Club. Educator to speak Oct. 4. Dr. Thomas Harman, UHCL chairman of the College of Science and Engineering, will discuss “Robots in the Doctor’s Office” for the Distinguished Speaker Series Thursday, Oct. 4 in the UHCL Bayou Building Garden Room from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Free and open to the public. BOWA Fall Coffee Oct. 4. The Bay Oaks Women’s Association will host its annual Fall Coffee/Brunch at Bay Oaks Country Club. C.L. Chamber Gala Oct. 5. The Clear Lake Area Chamber will hold its annual Chairman’s Ball at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5 at the Lone Star Flight Museum at Ellington Field. Mercury performs Oct. 5. Mercury: The Orchestra will perform Brahms’ Third Symphony Friday, Oct. 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the UHCL Bayou Theatre. Tickets are $20 for adults, and $13 for UHCL students with a valid student ID. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at www. uhcl.edu/bayoutheater Pretty Tables Oct. 10. Bay Area Museum Guild members will host their Just A Pretty Table Luncheon at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10 at Bay Oaks Country Club. BAWNC meets Oct. 11. The Bay Area Welcome Neighbors Club will meet

at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct.11 at Bay Oaks Country Club for a luncheon and a lively performance by the singing group, “The Note-Ables.” For luncheon reservations, contact Nancy Guthrie at 281.333.3055 or at membership.bawnc@gmail. com Town Hall Oct. 16. Houston City Councilman Dave Martin will host a Town Hall for Clear Lake City residents on Tuesday, Oct. 16 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Space Center Houston. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner will speak at the meeting. Air show Oct. 20. Wings Over Houston, featuring the Blue Angels, returns to Ellington Airport Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 20-21. GOP luncheon Oct. 31. The Bay Area Republican Women will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31, at Bay Oaks Country Club. New members welcome. To RSVP of lunch, email barw.rsvp@ gmail.com ABNC Award Nov. 1. Armand Bayou Nature Center will present environmental lawyer and author Jim Blackburn with the 2018 Armand Yramategui Conservation Award at its annual luncheon at the Bay Oaks Country Club Thursday, Nov. 1. Tickets, which are $45, may be reserved by calling 281-4742551 or by visiting abnc.org. Tables also are available for $500.

Dickinson Ballet Bites Oct. 5-6. Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theatre will present Parisian

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Nights, Ballet Bites at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 5-6 and Oct. 12-13 with wine and charcuterie cheese boards at the ballet’s Black Box Theatre, 2350 Dickinson Ave. Tickets are $30 and may be purchased at www.bahbt.org Mystery starts Oct. 12. The Bay Area Harbour Playhouse at 3803 Highway 3, will present the Sherlock Holmes mystery, The Hound of the Baskervilles, Friday, Oct. 12 through Sunday, Nov. 4 with curtains at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday. For tickets, which are $17 for adults and $12 for seniors and students, call 281-337-7469 or email bareahp@comcast.net

Friendswood Chamber lunch Oct. 4. The Friendswood Chamber’s membership luncheon will be held Thursday, Oct. 4, at 11:30 a.m. in the Green Event Center, 2000 W. Parkwood. For reservations, call the chamber, 281482-3329 of email info@ friendswoodchamber.com Women’s Conference Oct. 12. Connie Watt, mother of Houston Texan J.J.Watt, will keynote the 2018 Bay Area Houston Women’s Conference from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12 at Hope Village. Vice president of the J.J. Watt Foundation and mother of three NFL players, she will share how she developed an impeccable work ethic. Another speaker is Carly Fiorina, former vice president of Hewlett Packard. Tickets start at $59. Halloween in the Park. The Friendswood Chamber will host its 2018 Halloween in the Park Sunday, Oct. 28 at Stephenson Park, 1000 S. Friendswood Drive, from 5 to 7 p.m. For information, email carol@friendswoodchamber. com

Galveston Octoberfest on Oct. 2627. Galveston will host its premier fall festival, the 37th annual Island Octoberfest Friday, Oct. 26 from 5 to 11 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 27 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. with continuous live entertainment on three stages, arts and crafts, authentic German food and family fun on the grounds of First Lutheran Chruch, 24th and Winnie Streets in historic downtown Galveston. Free admission. For additional information, visit www. galvestonoctoberfest.com

League City Ghosts & Goblins Oct. 19. The Houston Rodeo’s Bay Area Go Texan Committee will host its annual Ghosts & Goblins Who Cook event Friday, Oct. 19 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the League City Civic Center, 400 W. Walker St. For information about tickets, which are $40, email kcc58fan@yahoo.com or snbyerly@yahoo.com Chamber luncheon Oct. 24. Ellington Airport General Manager Arturo Machuca will be the speaker for the League City Regional Chamber Luncheon Wednesday, Oct. 24, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Johnnie Aroflo Civic Center, 400 W. Walker. Reservations are $25 for members. Style show Nov. 2. Clear Lake Panhellenic will host its popular Fall Fashion Show Luncheon at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 2 in South Shore Harbour Resort’s Crystal Ballroom.

Nassau Bay Pianist featured Oct. 10. The Houston Symphony League Bay Area will feature prizewinning pianist Michael Schneider when it meets at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 10

in the St. Thomas the Apostle Church Sanctuary, 18300 Upper Bay Road. Admission is free to the public. Mystery on tap Oct. 19. The Clear Creek Community Theatre, 18091 Upper Bay Road, will present the mystery, Sherlock Holmes and the Ice Palace Murders Oct. 19-Nov. 4 with curtains at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and matinees on Sundays at 2:30 p.m. St. Pau’s wealthiest man has lost his head – literally – and only Sherlock can solve the mystery. For tickets, which are $15 for adults and $13 for seniors and students, visit clearcreekcommunitytheatre. com

Pasadena Philharmonic concert Oct. 7. The Pasadena Philharmonic Fall Concert will be held Sunday, Oct. 7 from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Pasadena Memorial High School Auditorium, 4410 Crenshaw. For tickets, which are $10 each or 4 for $30, call Melissa Clark at 281-818-4111. Musical coming Oct. 19. Pasadena Little Theatre at 4318 Allen Genoa Road, will present the musical, A Funny Thing Happened on the way to the Forum, Oct. 19-Nov. 4 on the Main Stage with productions at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and matinees at 2:30 p.m. Sundays. To buy tickets, visit pasadenalittletheatre.org or call 713-941-1758.

Seabrook Shrimporee Oct. 13. Space Center Rotary will hold its annual Shrimporee and Auction Saturday, Oct. 13, in Clear Lake Park’s Landolt Pavilion from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admittance. BBQ and Shrimp dinners, live and silent auctions, entertainment for both kids and adults.