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League City State of the City Luncheon

Bond passage big plus for fast growing city

A healthy life starts with a confident smile

Does it really work?

Dental Health The Truth About Wax and Your Car

22 Decor Create an inspirational and functional home office 26

The extraordinary achievements of these Americans

TriFitness Gym - A great place to be

Are you a candidate for bariatric surgery?

Flounder limits and tips for greater fishing success

Bay Area Houston restaurant and entertainment guide

Hosted by Boondoggles and Chelsea Wine Bar

President Amber Sample

Pair these wines with delicious Swiss Steak

Publisher & Editor in Chief Mary Alys Cherry

New school clothes for needy students

Editor Alisa Star

2020 officers and chairmen

ON THE COVER Dr. Kyle Stephens of Houston Methodist Clear Lake with his patient Mikala Langford.

Chairman Rick Clapp

Vice President & Creative Director Brandon Rowan Graphic Designer Kelly Groce Sales & Marketing Jason Allcorn Karen Laroux Amber Sample Alisa Star Robyn Weigelt

Photography Mary Alys Cherry MoonBridge Media NASA

March is National Women’s History Month Fitness Over 50 New Year, New You! Gulf Coast Mariner The Best Bites of the Bay Woofstock 2020 Dog Festival Food and Wine Pairing Assistance League Lends a Hand Bay Oaks Women’s Association

48 Aerospace Texas Aviation and Astronaut Hall of Fame inductees

To receive Communicator Award

NASA Photographer Bill Ingalls

2020 Board members

Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership

52 Education The Longhorn Project, FFA and Ron Carter scholarships 54

Editorial Don Armstrong Mary Alys Cherry Michael Gos Xander Thomas

The Benefits of Turmeric An amazing anti-inflammatory

News Nuggets Proposed NASA budget $25 billion

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John Nugent

Assistance League takes time out to party

Fun Factory Performers

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By Marcia Davenport

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Movers and Shakers Clear Lake Chatter In Wheel Time As The Lake Churns Lakewood Yacht Club News & Events Texas Meditations

Photos by Mary Alys Cherry

League City Mayor Pat Hallisey, seated, and City Manager John Baumgartner, fourth from left, receive congratulations on their speeches for the State of the City Luncheon at the Civic Center. With them are, from left, Congressman Randy Weber, State Sen. Larry Taylor, Memorial Hermann Director of Government Relations Ashlea Quinonez, League City Regional Chamber President Dewan Clayborn and Chamber Chairman and Realtor James Brockway.

Bond passage big plus for a fast growing city By Mary Alys Cherry

successful year and a year to

remember – that was the story for League City this past year, Mayor Pat Hallisey told the sellout crowd attending the State of the City Luncheon Jan. 31 at the Johnnie Arolfo Civic Center. Among the successes for the fast-growing municipality was passage of the $145 million bond referendum that will improve both drainage and mobility across the city, and an agreement with the City of Houston, through the Gulf City Manager John Baumgartner Coast Water shows off his I love League City Authority, that sign, one of dozens passed out at the luncheon. will secure a reliable and safe water supply for the future buildout of League City, as well as replace an aging water line that supplies 70 percent of League City’s water supply. “It’s fantastic,” he said, taking time to thank the League City Chamber and its businesses for their support of the bond. “Money generated from the sales tax will go specifically towards drainage and traffic projects,” he explained. Already engineering design work

is underway on 13 or the 21 projects in the 2019 bond, he said, going on to praise City Manager John Baumgartner for his efforts to unite cities for the Regional Drainage Study of Clear Creek and Dickinson Bayou. Passage of the bond referendum, which called for $73 million for drainage and $72 million for mobility, was the first general obligation bond

voters had OK’d in 27 years, and brought a huge sigh of relief to the mayor, as well as many residents who likely had given up on ever getting a bond passed after so many tries and failures. And it comes as the city’s population zooms past the 110,000 mark – an increase of about 80,000 since the last general obligation bond was passed. The city manager, who also addressed the crowd, pointed out some of the city’s priorities for 2020 including various traffic and mobility projects, additions and improvements to the city’s parks and trails, and continued efforts to bring more commercial development to League City. Both talked of commercial development and their efforts to diversifying the city’s tax base and creating jobs with a sustainable income. One attention getter was the mayor’s announcement that Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is coming to the city. “The Austin-based company has picked League City as the next spot to open its state-of-the-art movie theatre that also features award-winning cuisine, cocktails and craft beer delivered right to your seat,” he said, bringing smiles to faces around the room. The family-friendly entertainment facility will be located in the Victory Lakes Center on the northeast corner of I-45 and FM 646. Copies of the city’s 2018 annual report were available for each luncheon guest. “This is the first printed annual report we have ever created,” Hallisey told the audience that also included City Councilors Chad Tressler, Larry Millican, Greg Gripon and Hank Dugie. “We did it so our residents and businesses can see how hard the city is working for them. League City has some of the most dedicated and committed employees you will ever meet,” he said, noting several at the luncheon – Public Works Director Jody Hooks, Budget Director Angie Steelman, Public Works Utility Manager Tommy Arredondo, Director of Engineering Chris Sims, Communications Director Sarah Greer Osborne, Economic Development Director Scott Livingston and City Manager Baumgartner.

BayTran members arrive at their table for the League City Chamber’s State of the City Luncheon at the Johnnie Aroflo Civic Center. They are, from left, Karen Coglianese, Marcy Fryday, President Theresa Rodriguez and Chairman Carl Joiner and his wife, Colene.

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DENTAL HEALTH

A healthy life starts with a confident smile said, “I walked out of there with a pretty smile in one day.” Quickly following the top, she had her crowns put on the bottom jaw, and she says she couldn’t be happier with the results. “Every time I smile at myself I go: Whoa! Who’s that woman in the mirror?!” She says “I’m very confident now, I like smiling, I feel people are not put off by my smile; in fact I think that it’s given me a lot of confidence.” Laura has already sent her husband to Dr. Noie, and has recommended that friends and family go see him. He is able to take care of just about any dental need right in his office without having to outsource. “It’s totally worth the money,” She says, “It’s better for your health to have good oral care; it’s imperative if you’re going to have good health.”

By Xander Thomas

ood relationships

and high credibility are must haves in most work places, especially for those who work with the public. An image of being aloof or insincere can cost a good employee and a great person both of these things, and make doing a job uncomfortable. Unfortunately, people get stuck in this limbo due to circumstances that are out of their own control. “My not showing a broad confident smile would come across as me being not confident, which I wasn’t, and like I was trying to hide something, which I was,” said Laura Armstrong, a retired critical care nurse who expressed problems in her employment due to unwillingness to show her smile. “I think I lost some credibility at work because of my reluctance to smile.” Bruxism is a condition in which people unconsciously grind or clamp their teeth in their sleep, which over long periods of time can cause damage. “Apparently when I sleep, I don’t grind my teeth, but I grit them really hard, clamp them shut really hard,” Laura said,” It was causing my teeth to wear down over time, and plus it was causing those pockets at the gum line because it was stressing my teeth.” This, plus a genetic problem causing her to lose two of her bicuspids is what cost Laura her beaming smile and a comfortable work life. But there is only one way to get a problem like this fixed – seeing a specialist at a dental office, which is not everyone’s favorite place to be. Laura says she had been terrified of dentists since her childhood horror story when her mother had taken her for braces, and the doctor was not exactly as careful as she would have liked. “The orthodontist she took me to was in his 70s and he was shaky and when he would adjust my braces sometimes he would

Laura Armstrong, actual patient of Dr. Noie.

“Every time I smile at myself I go: Whoa! Who’s that woman in the mirror?!...it’s given me a lot of confidence.” slip, and a couple of times he had cut my gums,” she said, “It just scared me off from going to the dentist regularly.” She says that she had seen ads in the Bay Area Houston Magazine and had planned on one day going to see this dentist, and “one day finally came” after a friend at church was telling her about how great Dr. Noie was. She decided it was time to make an appointment. “He said I can fix your smile,

you know, give you a Hollywood smile,” she said, “We devised a plan together and went from there.” After the consultation, on her very next appointment she said that she had 8 crowns put on her top teeth. While of course there was some discomfort, she says that she was amazed at the lack of pain in the procedure. “I didn’t even feel him give me the novocaine injections, he’s that good in giving shots,” Laura

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: John Nugent Occupation: Real estate broker/ReMax Space Center associate; 2020 chairman of Houston Association of Realtors Hometown: Maypearl, Texas Current home: Nassau Bay Family: Wife, Madeline; children, Whitney, James, Jason and Marian; grandchildren, Briley, Mia, Brayden, Thomas and Collins My favorite writer is: Doris Kearns Goodwin

Someone I’d like to meet: Bill Gates If I could switch places with someone for just one day, I’d choose: Warren Buffett My favorite performers are: The Beatles, Buddy Holly, The Eagles, Bob Hope I like to spend my leisure time: With the family If I could travel any place, I’d go to: Ireland

By Alisa Star

Space Center Rotary Fore the Troops Charity Golf Tournament Monday, March 16 11 a.m. tee time Bay Oaks Country Club 14545 Bay Oaks Blvd. Clear Lake City Individual $150 Team of 4 -- $600 Call Raymond Moore at 713-825-4996 for tickets

Clear Lake Area Chamber 31st annual Spring Fever Golf Tournament Monday, March 30 Bay Oaks Country Club 14545 Bay Oaks Blvd. Clear Lake City 4-man Florida Scramble $175 for individual $650 for team of 4 Call 281-488-7676

Anchor Point Hope Golfs Top Golf Tournament Thursday, March 26 5-8 p.m. Top Golf Webster 21401 Gulf Freeway $125 for 1, $200 couple $600 for team of 6 Spectators, $25 Call Kelly, 832-632-1221

Pasadena Chamber’s Industrial Appreciation Golf Tournament Wednesday, May 6 Registration 7:30 a.m. Shotgun start 9 a.m. Timber Creek Golf Course 4554 FM 2351 Friendswood Lunch & awards after play $175 for individual $700 for team of 4 Call 281-487-7871 For ticket information

Y’ALL IT’S MUDBUG TIME!

hat’s right, it’s the time

of the year for these spicy buttery little bugs. Yes, crawfish season is here! We wait all year for the right time to indulge in this tiny little freshwater crustacean. There’s a lot to learn about crawfish, they do somewhat resemble a little lobstersuch as the fact they’re members of the superfamilies, they breathe through their gills, and don’t like to pollute the water. Crawfish season typically is from November to July, but the best time to enjoy them is from spring time to early summer, ( February through May). It’s during these months that the crawfish population reaches high numbers and these little critters are large enough

My favorite meal is: Steak and baked potato As a youngster, I wanted to grow up to be: A pilot You’ll never catch me: Drinking brandy -- again The thing that bugs me the most is: People who are negative My favorite movie is: Schindler’s List Few people know: That I was an intelligence officer in the Army

to make fixing and eating them worthwhile. You can smell this specific aroma of a boil for blocks around. It always means a gathering of family and friends over great conversation, music and drinks.A crawfish boil is the meaning of good food and fun. You can count on ice chests being full of spicy crawfish, corn and potatoes. When it’s that time to dig in, people stand in line to get a big scoop of the goodness. If you’re not a cook yourself, there are plenty of great places to grab some of the best crawfish here on the bay. Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack, T-Bone Tom’s, Lonestar Grill, Jackie’s Brickhouse or Freddy’s will be sure to satisfy your crawfish needs. Be sure to tell them we sent you!

Human trafficking does exist: Bringing awareness to the community By Alisa Star

ho would ever believe

that we live in a world where slavery still exists, but it does! It is in every state and every city. Trafficking involves transporting someone into a situation of exploitation. This can include forced labor, marriage, prostitution, and organ removal. Human trafficking is an ever growing crime that forcefully exploits women, men and children. The goal of a trafficker is to turn a human being into a slave. Victims face threats of violence, torture, brainwashing, sexual abuse and violent rape among many other forms of abuse. Human trafficking is one of the biggest hidden secrets of our times. It’s estimated that internationally

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This new billboard in Kemah on SH 146 helps spread awareness on human trafficking.

there are between 20 million and 40 million people in modern slavery today. Globally, an estimated 71% of enslaved people are women and girls, while men and boys account for 29%. It’s difficult to access the numbers correctly due to so many unreported and unsolved cases of missing people. As of 2018, profits from human trafficking were about $150 billion each year, ranking it higher than drug trafficking. Today there are several organizations that help bring awareness to people and help slow down this horrible crime. If you are looking to support this cause there are some great local support groups, such as A21 Human Trafficking, and Unbound Houston. These organizations are a big part of bringing awareness to our communities and helping prevent human trafficking. Visit www.a21.org for more information.

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Photos by Mary Alys Cherry

Marketing Chairman Sharon Guzzino and her husband, John Glumb, look over the sellout crowd at the Assistance League gala, held Feb. 8 at Lakewood Yacht Club in Seabrook.

Gala Chairman Marie Keener, third from left, stops for a photo with some of her hard-working committee, from left, Co-Chairman Jayne Dannecker, Melanie Lovuola and Kathy Panneton, as Mama Mia, the Party gets under way at Lakewood Yacht Club.

Assistance League President Lisa Holbrook, right, visits with Past President Sarah Foulds, left, and Cindy Senger Lewis as the crowd begins filling up the Lakewood Yacht Club ballroom.

Assistance League takes time out to party ALMOST EVERY TIME you hear about the Assistance League, they’re hard at work helping the economically disadvantaged students -- providing clothing for school, eye and dental exams, helping atrisk students stay the course, even providing evening outfits for proms. When students are in need, the Assistance League is there! To accomplish this, they take turns working in their Resale Shop in Webster to raise money for these endeavors. But once a year they pause to celebrate their accomplishments at their annual gala – which this year had the theme “Mama Mia, the Party.” Making for an unforgettable evening! Chairman Marie Keener and Co-

Bob and Judy Raiford, right, stop Kathleen Courville to compliment Kathleen Courville on her decorations for the Assistance League Mama Mia gala.

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Chairman Jayne Dannecker, with their husbands, Mike and Bruce, joined President Lisa Holbrook in welcoming the sellout crowd to Lakewood Yacht Club, which was really jumping all evening to the music of Password after an enjoyable performance by Donna and the Dynamos. And, what a crowd it was -- Kathy and Dr. Greg Smith, Traci and Richard Dvorak, Rob and Jenny

Darla McKitrick, left, has a big hug for Leah Sikes as they enjoy the Assistance League gala.

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Hampton, Sharon and Dr. Howard Dillard, Carol and Doug Latimer, Shep and Yvonne Perrin, Jill and Rick Lammers, Misty and Kyle Killebrew, Drs. Cindy and Gerry Castille, John Gay and Becky Reitz, Mike and Pam Bungo, Elaine and Randy Rister, Dennis and Brooks Cima, Adrien and Pat Drouilhet and John Klumb and Sharon Guzzino were but a few in the happy crowd. Looking around you might also have spotted Vic and Melanie Lovuola, Bob and Kathy Panneton, Bill and Sally Abbott, Randy and Maribeth Young, Bill and Cindy Canino, Dane and Darla McKitrick, Peter and Pam Culpepper Cronk, Perry and Sue Laabs, Brunella Altemus, Sandra Sellers, Ann

Hammond, Linda Byrd, Arlis Miles, and Badiha and Dr. John Nassar. The Smitherman and Heinrich families were in the crowd, as were Karen McCorkle, Elizabeth Olin, Sue Collins, Dave Reynolds and Carol Bergman, Doug and Johanna Mathera, Jim and Terri Steinkemp, John and Donna James, Bob and Judy Raiford, Rebecca Richey, Mike and Kathleen Courville, Mary and David Vaughn, Mike and Pam Bungo, Arthur and Doreen Nall, Elizabeth Stephens, Mavis Irvan, Beverly Braden and Ed Smith, Jay and Courtney Atchley, Genie Bopp and Rory Mayra, Adrien and Pat Drouilhet and Ron and Barbara Weitenhagen, to name a few.

Badiha Nassar, Johanna Mathera and Linda Byrd, from left, marvel at the huge crowd at the Assistance League gala.

Rob and Jenny Hampton have fun trying to guess the contents of the package Jenny bought at the gala. Yes, she was pleased.

Photos by Mary Alys Cherry and Robyn Weigelt

Bay Area Captain Anita White, right, and Fashion Show Chairman Lisa Gurgos interrupt their work for a photo.

Nancy Buffaloe has a hug for two of the cowboys arriving for the Rodeo Fashion Show – Mark Richards, left, and Alan Rice.

Bay Area Houston Magazine’s Amber Sample on the runway.

Rodeo style show ‘Over the Moon’

YES, AS YOU probably guessed, the 54th annual Houston Go Texan Rodeo Fashion Show & Luncheon was simply “Over the Moon” and thoroughly enjoyed by the many who filled up the Lone Star Flight Museum. Clear Lake-Friendswood Captain Anita White, along with Assistant Captain and Fashion Show Chairman Lisa Gurgos, were at the door to thank longtime committee members Rocky Mauldin, Steve Kirk, Anita Fogtman, Emmeline Dodd, Gene Hollier, Irene Pavig, Annette Snow Falks, David Joe Robertson, Barbara Poche and Frances Papac for all their help before hurrying off to make sure the show

Fashion Show Chairman Lisa Gurgos, from left, stops to congratulate Decorations Committee members Ronda Cook, Michele Walker and Elana Richards on their hard work on the style show.

was ready to roll. Models included Karen Beatty, Liz Cantu, Jeremiah Corbin, Sam Davis, Gabriella Garza, Jarad Gaspard, Beau Green, Kelly Gurgos, Sandra Ham, Susan Hefner, Quad Heinicken, Kenna Jackson, Karen

Debbie Gutierrez, left and Marisa Rice can hardly wait for the Rodeo Fashion Show to begin.

Jordan, Amber Khan and Kim Konkel, showing off fashions from Adelaide’s Boutique, Cavender’s Boot City, Jill’s Fashions & Bridal, Love Urban Coyote Boutique, The Clotheshorse and Dillard’s at Baybrook Mall.

Houston Rodeo Bay Area Captain Anita White and Jeff Spauleine share a laugh as they debate how to hang the sign at the Rodeo Fashion Show.

Bay Area Houston Magazine’s Alisa Star rocks the runway.

Others you might have spotted coming down the runway were State Rep. Dennis Paul, Jana and Logan Reed, Marissa Requenez, Webster Police Chief Bo Rogers, Matthew Ruffin, Amber Sample, Lisa Sanders, Marcie Sellers, Wendy Shaw, Alissa Star, Shari Sweeney, Moni Trevathan, Brian Whittington, Kelly Williams and Erin Wilrich. After a big thank you to Producer Lenny Matuszewski, and another to Bay Area Houston Magazine for all its help through the years promoting the Bay Area Rodeo activities – first as a Trail Boss and now as a $10,000 Stockman, the crowd enjoyed the luncheon catered by Grazia Italian Kitchen-Clear Lake and live music by the Main Street Band.

Shelley Rogers, left, and Donna Rone arrive at the Lone Star Flight Museum to lend a hand on the Rodeo Fashion Show Luncheon

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The truth about wax and your car’s finish By Steve Soule

Ford F-150 Raptor

here is absolutely

nothing like the glow of a brand new car and the beauty that attracts us to them. Sadly, as time passes, and life continues to rob us of time for maintaining the things we love, the glow slowly fades. As a young man, keeping that incredible glow of glossy car paint drove me to the professional auto detailing industry. Every time I saw a car that looked better than my own, I wanted to know how and why. That passion runs deep even today, 35 years after my first car purchase. To be honest, I have taken this passion for incredible automotive finishes to a completely ridiculous level I would have never dreamt possible. What really happens to our automotive finishes and how can we protect them and ensure that the initial beauty will not fade? For decades, waxes have been used to help preserve our paint systems. In the beginning, they were all derived from natural sources. These waxes, like carnauba wax, provide an exceptional deep, rich glow, along with an amazing smooth feel to the touch. Waxes were, and have been, the gold standard in protection for some time. In reality, they were the only option for a very long time. Then, along came science, trying to replicate and improve upon the performance of these naturally occurring waxes. The biggest drawback to natural waxes is their inherent longevity. Hence, why I would wax my cars at monthly or even more frequent intervals. Does it really work? With all this waxing, was I truly accomplishing anything worthwhile? Yes, and the frequency was truly needed. Due to the short life expectancy of waxes, they really require at least a monthly application on typical cars to be an effective deterrent to paint degradation. Now that I’m a little older and can’t always find the time for Saturday morning wash

and wax sessions, I need better solutions. How can we improve. I can’t say I know the exact timing of “new and improved” products coming to the retail market but I do remember some of the bigger names in the 1970s and 1980s. These new products promised greater longevity and protection, and without a doubt, they were able to deliver. To the average consumer, they weren’t obviously different in terms of application and removal, but most could easily see the endurance difference and enjoy the decreased frequency of application. We had quietly stepped into a world of 2-4 months or more of protection and easier washes with less staining. This type of progress trucked along and with changing technologies, improvements in bonding technology and protective components were made. Terms like Teflon and Acrylic were entering into the mainstream consumer grade products and marketing hype was through the roof, literally. These new age products truly were better in most areas. If there were deficiencies or shortcomings, it was in two primary areas. They didn’t have the same look of depth and soft tactile feel. They also didn’t always apply and remove like pure, natural waxes were. What’s next and do these new products really work? This progression of surface protection technology has been a steady increasing and advancing field for many years, that in recent history(past 10 years) has taken quantum leaps in terms of actual level paint protection, defense against elements, and resistance to wear and degradation. Next month, I will delve into newer technology in sealants and now nanoceramic coatings and how vast improvements can truly preserve and protect expensive automotive finishes for years, not weeks or months as they did in the past. Visit www.ultimatedetailingllc.com for more on protecting your car’s paint and finish.

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Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack 392

Fun Factory Performers By Don Armstrong

ain-stream automakers

have been turning out performance vehicles since the 60’s but today’s factory racers are hotter than ever. Here are a couple examples that should get your blood pumping just looking at them.

Ford F-150 Raptor

The Baja 1000 is one example of extreme off-road racing and is where Ford’s F-150 Raptor was developed. Power comes from a twin turbo, 450-horsepower V-6 engine. No, not a V-8. A new 10-speed automatic transmission handles the gear changes to its computer-controller 4-wheel/ all-wheel drive system – when the tires are on terra firma. Controlling the Raptor’s rough and tumble suspension are Fox Racing shocks at all four corners, also adjusted electronically. Because of the extensive power and traction, tires tend to rotate on the wheels, so Ford has optional bead-lock rims available. The interior gets special bodyhugging seating, with Raptor Easter eggs throughout the cabin – in case you needed to be reminded that you are not in grampa’s old grocery getter. The minute you climb up, strap-in, hit the ignition and put it in gear, you know you are in something like no other. The ride is solid and takes on big city potholes like they don’t exist.

The power curve and transmission shifts are confidence-building adrenaline rushes. Pricing starts at $53,205

Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack 392

It’s not the Hellcat, with 707 supercharged horsepower, but it does have 485-horses and it’s not nearly as expensive - $38,995. That’s $20,000 less than the Hellcat. The naturally aspirated R/T Challenger 392 Scat pack comes with many of the same “bad boy” body cues as its more powerful Hellcat brother. And let’s face it, that’s just as important as horsepower. You know – walk-the-walk. What really draws our attention is the options list. With no fewer than 11 colors, a Wide Body variation, choice of manual or automatic transmissions, myriad of graphics, wheels, tires, spoiler and more, so creating a Challenger 392 Scat Pack that is unique to you is a cinch. The Uconnect Infotainment system is simply the best on the market and the “Performance Pages” within will have you selling your PlayStation. Some may dismiss this car as an old heavy weight, but there is something to be said about feeling safe in this rocket ship. Owning a Scat Pack will not only satisfy your need for speed but will tell everyone else, “get out of my way.”

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D E C O R

By Kelly Groce

ORGANIZATION

There is no doubt that an organized work space will boost your productivity. Having less clutter around you and knowing where everything belongs will decrease stress while getting tons more work done. Purchase organizational items that match the theme of your office and are visually pleasing to your esthetic. Dry erase and cork boards come in trendy shapes and sizes now and are the best way to stay on top of your work load.

HOME OFFICE

Whether your job allows you to work from home or you enjoy creating YouTube videos, updating your food blog or looking up new recipes to try, having a functional and inspiring work space at home is key to letting your creative juices flow.

LIGHTING

GALLERY WALL

A gallery wall allows you to tell your story with a collection of pieces. This can include photos youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve taken while traveling, photos of family/friends, framed certificates or degrees, etc. Include inspirational pieces as well so that you are motivated while youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re at your desk. This can include a quote, a magazine cover you love or a photo of someone you aspire to be like. Have fun with this!

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Lighting may be overlooked while creating your dream work space or home office, but it is very important. Harsh, overhead light can create a mean glare on your computer screen thus resulting in a headache from eye strain. Natural light is ideal for any room and will definitely increase productivity, but can also create intense glares on screens depending on the time of the day. Use desk lamps that come with a dimmer to adjust throughout the day. A tall floor lamp is a good choice and produces the right amount of ambience and will ramp up productivity.

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By Marcia Davenport

lease allow me

to introduce myself, Marcia (say Marsha) Davenport, so if you want to curse and or praise me, you can pronounce it correctly! As publicist of this column, I will be the purveyor of facts, cheer and good gossip, gathered on a monthly basis. Certainly, you have my permission to spread any of the details around the lake, as you see fit! Keep reading and you will be delighted with the inner dynamics and ongoing antics of people in our community! I will never intentionally intend to offend, but if I do call my lawyer.

s Sally Williams and Bob Francis, formerly of Todville Road fame, moved to new digs in Texas City. Bob has a gorilla of a man-cave decked out for a king, and to make it even better, the dog track just re-opened. Bob’s theme song is now “Who Let the Dogs Out,” and secret words to enter cave are “woof, woof.” BTW, I have seen a few dogs there, so wear your rabies tags for a no hassle entry ladies. s If you haven’t noticed the swarm of workers on dozers and graders, there has been quite a lot of activity on the old peninsula. Home of the old Boat Superstore. Marcia Nesemeyer and Bill Earnest have a front row seat from the “Horsing Around” dock! Every time I cross the TLV bridge the landscape has changed. It will eventually be a mixed-use development with homes, penthouses, a boardwalk and walking trails. In addition to the approximately 24,000sf of retail, a brewery and a Pop Up Chef are in the plans. s Now picture Key West, the winter of “19, Nov. 6…those props were still turning, or maybe not! The famously infamous Lucky Kilmer, aboard the “More Cowbell” owned by Rick Jerentosky and Lynne Rose, headed out to the Dry Tortugas and spent the afternoon island hopping. The seas became rough, the vessel kept losing the port engine, and began taking on water from the bow. Seventy miles out, the cabin was flooding, and a “May Day” went out. A passing vessel picked up the call and relayed to the Coast Guard the Cowbell was in distress. The Coast Guard sent a plane into the air around 8 p.m. as total darkness ensued. They plucked everyone but Lucky off, and Sea Tow appeared and hooked up. They towed Lucky back to port riding it out through 6’ to 8’ seas. The following day they repaired the broken drain from the anchor locker and were back in the water by noon. Great job Captain!

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Derek Holk, Marcia Davenport and Rick Clapp at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Fashion Show.

Jacqueline Stilwell, Marcia Davenport, Robyn Weigelt, Wendy Shaw and Alisa Star at the Rodeo Fashion Show.

s Unfortunately, the legal community recently lost a well-respected trial lawyer, Gordon Davenport Jr, who quietly passed away in his sleep.

to the fun. They also enjoyed shopping at the Little Pink Bag, as well as taking pictures with the firemen models! Many booths were hopping, although the silent auction was set up to bid on your smart phone. On that note, please next year’s organizers, rethink that process. I wanted to visit at the table, not have my phone in my face trying to figure out if I won my bid. This required checking in every few minutes, and certainly interfered with eating and drinking. Another highlight of my day was meeting Ms. Jacqueline Stilwell, Regional Director of Sales for Landry’s Hospitality Division. She oversees Landry’s Galveston Island Properties. If you ever need event assistance or a location, she is the go-to girl for the San Luis Resort, Hilton Galveston Island, and Holiday Inn Resort GalvestonOn the Beach. Better yet if you are in Galveston, stop by, meet her, and grab a signature cocktail at Grotto Ristorante or the Steakhouse. She is a perfect example of the Landry’s culture, classy and simultaneously funny, and will also share “Tilmanisms” right out of his book “Shut Up and Listen.” Jacqueline Stilwell Until next month,... take care, stay healthy, happy, and keep both props in the water. PS: The weatherman said it’s supposed to rain tomorrow, so I put an umbrella in my drink. I would like to encourage anyone and everyone to send in hot topics, spicy info or just plain old happenings around here. Just email me at marciadav@comcast.net.

s I truly enjoyed the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Fashion Show with lift off at the flight museum on Friday, Jan. 25. As a guest of Rick Clapp, I was seated front and center at the Bay Area Houston Magazine reserved round table, along with Jason Allcorn, Robyn Weigelt, and Derek Holk. Lights, music and many local celebs were strutting the runway, which made the new venue a serious hit. There were scores of politicos like Webster City Manager, Danny Presley, and

“The weatherman said it’s supposed to rain tomorrow, so I put an umbrella in my drink.” I enjoyed talking shop as well as getting the latest scoop on local happenings. Standouts in the high powered, amped up fashion show were veterans like Wendy Shaw, and Kelly Williams. Our own Bay Area Houston Magazine team leader Amber Sample and the lovely Alisa Star, who not only run this magazine, also rocked the runway. My suggestion for next year’s celeb auctioneer would be....Lizzo! TL Zentz was seen stirring up the action in her finest rodeo duds, as she is on the committee. Consequently, it was only right she was shining brightly. Jeri Knapp was also looking great. Her Hometrust Mortgage has purchased a table every year to support the show. Her table was rocking with Jeff Wortham, Marita Corkill, Carla Wade, Jenifer Duguay, Priscilla Duffy, Jenifer Kuhlman, Renee Dollar and Neva Wortham, all contributing

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“March” A Month in Women’s History By Alisa Star

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1987 Congress declared March as National Women’s History Month in perpetuity. A Presidential Proclamation is issued every year which honors the extraordinary achievements of American women. President Jimmy Carter message to the nation designating in 1980 as Nation Women’s History Month. One of the biggest highlights in the history of women’s rights was in 1869. Wyoming’s territorial legislature declared that every woman of the age of 21 years residing in the territory may cast their vote for elections. Although Congress fought hard against this new law, Wyoming’s women kept their right to vote when the territory became a state in 1880. As time went on, in 1924 the state voters elected its first female governor Nellie Ross. As the years passed, Susan B. Anthony pioneered to enfranchise women’s right to vote everywhere. In the 19th Amendment

to the U.S. Constitution granted American Women the right to vote, a right known as Women’s Suffrage and ratified in 1920, ending almost a century of protest. The wave of feminism began at the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848 where 300 men and women rallied for the cause of equality for women. Elizabeth Cady Stanton drafted the Seneca Falls Declaration outliving the new movements and political strategies. This was just the first wave of feminism. The new wave is how young women are taking a decade old movement and making it their own. Their expression of feminism is more of an embrace of individual freedoms than a shared struggle against oppression. Although there is no record of the first female employee, the first phase encompasses the time between the late 19th century. This era gave birth to the Independent Working Women. In the late 1800’s to the early 1900’s Working Women were typically in their early 20’s and unmarried. They had little to no education or experience on the job, and typical held clerical or teaching positions. Scientists have been trying to cure cancer for centuries, but did

you know that Marie Sklodowska Curie changed the world not once but twice! She Founded the science of radioactivity. Even the word was invented by her, and her discoveries launched the pathway for effective cures for cancer. Marie was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize in 1903, and later went on to win the second Nobel Prize for chemistry in 1911. She was also the first female professor at the University of Paris. This remarkable woman made headway for one of the biggest sicknesses of the world. Anne Frank is such an influential woman in history. Anne’s diary is considered to be one of the finest extant examples in the strength of the human spirit in times of such severe adversity. Frank’s compelling story of growing up during the holocaust was real true events of her life while struggling just to stay alive because of her religion. Her story affected and touched the human spirit of mankind then and still does today. Some people don’t know the name Phillis Wheatley. I find this woman to be extraordinary to overcome the days of being a slave and becoming an educated woman and writer. Born in 1753, she was brought to New

Nassau Bay Garden Club plans style show luncheon

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will host its bi-annual luncheon and style show at 11 a.m. Friday, April 17 at Lakewood Yacht Club in Seabrook and has extended an invitation to the community to attend. Theme for the event is “Fashion to a Tea,” creating a spring tea party setting while showcasing spring and summer fashions down the runway, Co-Chairmen Rhonda Davis and Royce Walker, said.

Finalizing decorations plans for the April 17 “Fashion To A Tea” luncheon and style show are, from left, Christina Jordan, Beth Ann Maxwell, Royce Walker and Rhonda Davis.

This event is the single fundraiser for the club that provides countless philanthropy projects for Nassau

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Bay and surrounding communities, including scholarships for students studying horticulture, design and

England from Africa as a slave, she was only 8 years old. The Wheatley family purchased her and named the young girl. Through her years of living on the plantation Phillis discovered a passion for writing, and the family began to tutor her in reading and writing. She later went on to study English Literature, Latin, Greek and the Bible. With the family’s help Phillis traveled to London in 1773 and published her first poems, and soon went back to America and was granted her freedom. Grace Hopper led the team that created the first computer language compiler. She joined the navy during World War II and programmed the Mark I computer. She was the first female recipient of the National Medal of Technology in 1991. These are just a few women to mention. There are too many great and powerful women in our history that have put their thumb print in life to write about in this article. When God created a woman he had no idea of the power that would generate from Adam’s rib. But in time comes great things. Being a woman it’s easy to see the inequalities that our gender faces, but despite some challenges that we’ve faced throughout history it’s encouraging to see how far we have come. Men and women are very different. Equal and deserving of the same rights but different. Each gender has its own strengths. There is something special in each one, but being a woman and the difference in types of strength can’t be replicated in men. A wise woman once said, “A strong woman understands that her gifts such as logic,decisiveness, and strength are just as feminine as intuition and emotional connection. She values and uses all her gifts.” -Nancy Rathburn.

maintenance of six gardens, the sponsorship of the junior gardeners of Robinson Elementary School, beautification day, Arbor Day, monthly speakers on conservation, preservation and gardening and general education programs. Tina’s on the Strand, voted as one of the best boutiques in the area, will be providing the fashions. The event also includes live and silent auctions. The Fashion to a Tea Style Show is open to all. Tickets for the event are $60 each or a table of 10 for $600. For additional information, contact Betty Armstrong at rwarmstrong43@ verizon.net or Royce Walker at rwalkeus@yahoo.com. They are accepting reservations and payment for the luncheon. The garden club is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization.

TriFitness Gym - A Great Place To Be By Alisa Star

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our body and metabolism change. It becomes harder to shed those unwanted pounds, and movement becomes more challenging. TriFitness will help you go through your fitness journey by creating your own personal workout program that is targeted for your needs. It is based on the mobility of your body. Their team of experts are there to help you achieve your goals in a safe and successful manner.

TriFitness gym is a functional aging specialist fitness center that specializes in small group programs that targets fifty plus years of age and older. The gym is an education based facility and provides training to increase balance, flexibility, endurance, strength and in other areas that focus on natural movement. This helps seniors live a more functional daily life. Age doesn’t define our capabilities, and everyone’s body ages differently. With the right instructor and proper health program, you can help your body slow down the rate at which we

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homeowner, business owner, developer and others may ask when contemplating and planning the construction of a project. It is often an inquiry into legal requirements, but can blossom into an understanding of the value that an architect can invest into a decision involving great financial and moral resources.

The Texas legislature has assigned a regulatory agency known as the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners (TBAE) with the task of regulating the public work of architecture. This agency provides guidance to the public as to the legal circumstances when to engage an architect for a project. A flow chart demonstrating the scenarios requiring this engagement may be

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now said, “I come twice a week, I’m here to save my life”. And Brenda who’s been going faithfully says, she feels great when she arrives, and even better when she leaves. One of their TriFitness gym specializes in caring, connecting, and coaching. daily highlights is seeing the trainers, lose our functional capacity. feeling important, working out in TriFitness is one of a kind gym that a safe way and reaching their daily has a dynamic set of instructors that goals. are there to cater to your personal With the right fitness and workout needs. Jake Trione, conutrition program you can live a owner, is a functional aging specialist. longer healthier life. TriFitness gym Trione loves connecting with people specializes in caring, connecting, and inspires his clients to meet their and coaching. They are here to give goals through his aging fitness and you the right information, walk health programs. Trione is dedicated you through your personal training to his clients and makes them feel program, and get you started to encouraged that they are working a happier, healthier, better you! out in a safe way according to “TriFitness gym is buying into you, their body’s needs. Co-owner John you’re not buying into us” stated Adelletta, loves his community Trione. and wants all the people who enter TriFitness Gym is located at 2417 TriFitness doors to feel comfortable Bay Area Blvd in Clear Lake. Visit Some of TriFitness clients were www.trifitnessgym.com or call eager to share their stories. Jerrye, (281) 786-1189 for more information. who has been going for two months

accessed at the Quick Links portion of the agency’s website under the “Architect Required” link: www.tbae. texas.gov Furthermore, the TBAE in its regulations contain a definition of the “practice of architecture.” The value of engaging an architect beyond the strict legal requirements is underscored. This value is elaborated in its definition as follows: “A service or creative work applying the art and science of developing design concepts, planning for functional relationships and intended uses, and establishing the form, appearance, aesthetics, and construction details for the construction, enlargement, or alteration of a building or environs for human use or occupancy, the proper application of which requires education, training, and experience in those matters.” These values give substance to making the judgement for the necessity of an architect. It is these values that Stella Maris Architecture (SMA) is committed to deliver to their clients. SMA adds an additional dimension to what an architecture firm can deliver to its clients by their devotion to communicate beauty in its architecture. This is less a purely aesthetic proposition and more a

devotion to principles of discipline that have proven over the centuries to be a real fountainhead of a beautiful and powerful environment. There are three principles for the criteria for beauty: Integrity, Consonance, and Clarity. Integrity means that what should be in a project is actually in the project. SMA will labor to ensure that the design process and solution be comprehensive. Consonance means that what is fitting to be in the project is what is employed. SMA will take care that those involved and vocabulary used in the design be in perfect tune with the essence of the project. Clarity conveys the idea of brightness to a project; not in how our eye sees it, but how our mind and intuition receives what is built. SMA’s process will be to understand clearly the vision of the client and return a built environment that communicates that vision clearly and immediately to those inhabiting and visiting the place. For Stella Maris Architecture, this pursuit of beauty is a work ethic whose purpose is to make a work of architecture in which both the client and architect can take pride. For more information, visit: www.stellamarisarchitecture.com

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4 Photos by Rhonda Floyd Photography and Vivianne Lamarche 1. Commodore Rex Bettis and First Lady Kim Bettis, Vice Commodore Mike Downs and his wife, Jane; Rear Commodore Gary Romer and his wife, Sherri; Fleet Captain Paul Dunphey and Secretary Duane Guidry and his wife, Cynthia display their flags during ceremony at the Commodore’s Ball.

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4. Cori and Stephen Guerin, left, enjoy a light moment with Anne Kemberling during the Lakewood Yacht Club Commodore’s Ball. 5. Lakewood Yacht Club Line officers for 2020 get together for a photo at the Commodore’s Ball. They are, from left, Rear Commodore Gary Romer, Vice Commodore Mike Downs, Commodore Rex Bettis, Fleet Captain Paul Dunphey.

2. Yachtsman of the Year Ken Horne, center, received congratulations during the 2020 Commodore’s Ball from Dwight Bengtson and Rita Matthews.

6. Jeff and Katherine Knight were among the many enjoying the annual Lakewood Yacht Club Commodore’s Ball.

3. John and Cathy Morse enjoy dancing during the Lakewood Yacht Club Commodore’s Ball.

2019 Commodore Tom Frankum, right, is presented with a plaque in honor of his service to the club and its membership by 2020 Commodore Rex Bettis.

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Flounder: Limits or a bigger problem? 1988. Restrictions in their equipment have limited by-catch drastically. Then some point to the increasing number of fisherman when in fact, uring our so called license sales have gone down in “Golden recent years. Now the million dollar Years” we question, what is the problem? often find I am by no means an “expert.” I ways to elevate the have a couple of answers,to what problems in our life, might be some of the problems whether it is related causing a decline in the fishery. First, to relationships, is the water quality of Galveston finances, Bay. If you don’t protect the water, employment or even the fishery will suffer. Every time spiritual matters. Once the cause of it floods in the city of Houston the problem is identified, I create a and the surrounding areas, all that solution to “fix” the problem. If the water, along with the contaminants problem, after time, comes back then it carries, ends up in Galveston Bay. I know my “fix” was only a “bandIn 1997 the Houston Ship Channel aid” to a bigger was dredged. This issue. So, you might created stronger be wondering by tides and higher now, ‘where is this salinity levels in the article going?’ bay, thus having an Well here we are in adverse effect on the March and the Texas ecosystem and oyster Parks and Wildlife reefs of our bay. Department (TPWD) How about the is proposing another destruction of the change in the fishery. natural habitat of the Again, they are bay? All but gone, taking aim at the Redfish Island isn’t as southern flounder; a massive as it was at decrease in the daily one time. Bull Shoals limit, increase in in East Galveston Bay minimum length and and Willies Head just even a closed season off Smith Point are is on the agenda. Let just slivers of island me expand on how Phillip Thompson of Avid Angler Jewelry. now. Then there is we got to this point. a constant beating In 1988, TPWD implemented a of the shorelines from the wakes of 20 fish bag and 12” minimum size the ships traversing the channel. You for the southern flounder. In 1996 have to protect the water and habitat. the limit was further reduced to Limits will not help the fishery if left 10 fish and 14” minimum length. unprotected. Then in 2009, more restrictions Will another limit change help? were implemented. Bag limits were You will have a chance to voice your reduced to five fish, excluding opinion this month during the open November when the limit was comment period. Visit the TPWD dropped to 2 fish. They even website at tpwd.texas.gov for more went further restricting the use of information. You can also attend the “gigging” for flounder during this Commissioner’s meeting in Austin month. The commercial fisherman on March 26-27 and personally saw his limit change 50 percent, address this issue. from 60 fish to 30 fish. Flounder The 45th Annual Houston Fishing regulations were changed once more Show starts March 4-8 at the George by extending the two fish limit into Brown Convention Center in the middle of December. So are the Houston. Show hours are as follows: limit changes working? Is TPWD Wednesday-Thursday: Noon - 9 just placing a “band-aid” on a bigger p.m., Saturday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. and issue? Sunday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Let’s tackle the question: Are I will be manning the Eagle limit changes working? If you refer Point Fishing Camp Booth. I have a back to the previous paragraph, one planned seminar on Sunday at 1:15 might hypothesize, no they have not p.m. Stop by and visit; also come helped. Note all the limit changes check out the special deals on boat since 1988. So could there be a bigger storage and fishing charters! This issue affecting the southern flounder? show kicks off the Spring season of Some anglers say shrimpers are the fishing. March should be an excellent problem. This argument is old. There month to get back out there. are fewer shrimp boats now than in By Capt. David C. Dillman galvestonbaycharterfishing.com 832-228-8012

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Flounder, Capt Grant Hoisington

Simplify your fishing for greater success By Capt. Steve Soule

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fishing is possibly one of the greatest pleasures in life. That statement certainly fits me well. So many times you hear expressions about fishing like “A day of fishing is better than a day of work” or “I’m just happy to be out on the water” or “the catching is a bonus.” Those are all great and though true to some degree, but I like catching fish! One of my favorite childhood memories was on tough days of fishing my dad would always tell me “that’s why it’s called fishing not catching son.” Well, it didn’t take long to elicit a very profound thought from me; “Well dad, I like the catching part!” Whether you’re new to fishing or if you have been at it for a lifetime already, I’m going to propose some thoughts that hopefully can make your fishing days better and more enjoyable. We all tend to overthink and overcomplicate things in life, when in fact most of life is very simple. If you take a close look at problems and work towards solutions, things tend to work themselves out just fine. It’s not until we start trying to overthink things and complicate situations with irrelevant information that we start struggling to find solutions. Fishing is fairly simple when you break it down to its most basic components. We as anglers, target various species of fish. They have to eat so we should be able to catch them! Let’s keep this simple! Fish cannot survive without eating! Let’s add a few important points. Fish live in the water. They need several very basic things to stay alive and thrive. They need food! They need safety! They need comfort! They need rest! When you break this down to the most basic list of survival essentials, it’s really not all that complicated. There are other inherent needs but those aren’t nearly as relevant to this discussion. In that short list above you will notice that food is

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first. Without food, none of the others is important for long. I’m going to start at the other end since food will be one of the top keys to your success. Comfort for fish comes in just a few areas that are useful for us as anglers to be aware of. Temperature and barometric pressure, then the ability to rest without disturbances. The first two, tend to effect fish in very similar ways. Generally speaking if temperatures are at extremes of high or low, fish tend to move deeper. It’s important to be aware that fish are cold blooded and therefor move a great deal based on temperatures. Here’s one of the most profound things about most of the fish we commonly seek on the upper Texas coast: in the colder months if air temps are lower than the water Jason temps, fish will move to deeper Blackwell water! The reverse is true when with a healthy the air is warmer than the water. Galveston redfish caught Barometric pressure can have a on top water similar effect on fish, especially trout. among some Very high or very low pressure will active mullet. move fish to deeper water and tend to slow their feeding. Barometric pressure changes, tend to trigger feeding. Safety for fish comes in several forms. It may have only been safety from larger predators at one time, but we have added a huge influence with boats and the advancement of boats today. Predators for speckled trout and redfish would consist of larger members of their own species, sharks, alligators, birds of prey and more. In many cases fish can live in deeper water and avoid predation by living near structures that can provide safe haven. Many species live in shallower waters, where larger predators can’t reach them. With modern boats and their ability to run in just inches of water, fish have considerably less ability to hide to find comfort or safety. When you do find areas that provide safe haven for predators and prey, that also don’t have heavy boat traffic, things can get really exciting. Food. This is the single most important factor in finding fish. You can’t rely on finding their food sources alone, nor can you find safe spaces that don’t have food and expect to have good catches. Food is a quintessential element of survival. Finding food is the beginning of finding predators. In the summer this is way too easy; food sources are everywhere and you have to narrow it down to a particular type of bait. Predators may get very picky about what they will follow and eat when there is an abundance of food. During the cooler months, predator fish, such as trout or redfish, have considerably less on the menu and therefore finding baitfish often leads to catching. Here’s some fun things to remember; finding baitfish in periods of cold or extremes of barometric pressure isn’t always easy. Here’s where some basic knowledge of the bay or specific areas you are fishing will help. Each progressive step up the food chain needs to eat, so knowing what each step requires to live will help you locate the overall food chain. As you grow in fishing and knowledge, these puzzle pieces become much clearer in how they fit together. Give yourself a few minutes of thought before you fish next. Take the time to look at and theorize what the conditions would do to the fish and their food sources, then be prepared to adjust your plan on the fly, as theory and practice don’t always see eye to eye. Get out and enjoy the outdoors, but please do it in a respectful manner.

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AMERICAN 1. Jackie’s Brickhouse 1053 Marina Bay Dr, Kemah, TX (832) 864-2459 jackiesbrickhouse.com 2. Red Oak Cafe 6011 W Main St a106, League City, TX (832) 905-3150 redoakcafe.com 3. South Shore Grille 2800 Marina Bay Dr, League City, TX (281) 334-7700 soshoregrille.com 4. T-Bone Tom’s 707 TX-146, Kemah, TX (281) 334-2133 tbonetoms.com 5. Cabo Bar & Grill 2513 NASA Rd. 1, Seabrook, TX (281) 532-2691 caboclearlake.com 6. Hubcap Grill 1918 E NASA Pkwy, Seabrook, TX (281) 339-7116 hubcapgrill.com 7. Opus Bistro & Steakhouse South Shore Blvd, League City, TX (281) 334-5225 opusbistro.net ASIAN 1. 888 Chinese 16744 El Camino Real, Houston, TX (281) 990-8888 888chinesetx.com 2. Masa Sushi 977 E NASA Pkwy, Webster, TX (281) 486-9888 masasushitexas.com

3. Michiru Sushi 20911 Gulf Fwy, Webster, TX (281) 338-9988 michirusushi.com 4. Noon & Mirch: Cuisine of India 505 E NASA Pkwy, Webster, TX 5. Ocean Sushi 3020 Marina Bay Dr Suite A2, League City, TX (281) 957-9122 oceansushigrill.com 6. Kemah Cafe 1201 TX-146, Kemah, TX (281) 535-9405 kemahcafe.com 7. Oriental Gourmet Express 1354 NASA Road 1, Houston, TX (281) 335-4567 orientalgourmetexpresstogo.com

2. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood 20760 Gulf Fwy, Webster, TX (281) 332-7474 floydswebster.com

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

3. BB’s Tex-Orleans 1039 Bay Area Blvd, Webster, TX (281) 767-9644 bbstexorleans.com

4. Sokols Greek Deli & Cafe 2410 Bay Area Blvd, Houston, TX (281) 286-2989 sokolsgreekcafe.com

4. Marais 2015 FM 517 Rd E, Dickinson, TX (281) 534-1986 I TA L I A N 1. Angelo’s Pizza & Pasta 400 Bay Area Blvd A, Webster, TX (281) 332-2404 angelospizza-pasta.com

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1. Dickinson BBQ 2111 FM 517 Rd E, Dickinson, TX (281) 534-2500 dickinsonbbq.com

3. Franca’s Real Italian 1101 E NASA Pkwy, Houston, TX (281) 488-2207 francasrealitalian.com

2. Pappas Delta Blues 19901 Gulf Fwy, Webster, TX (281) 332-0024 www.pappasdeltablues.com

4. Dan’s Pizza 15148 TX-3, Webster, TX (281) 480-9700 danspizzaco.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

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MEDITERRANEAN 1. Bakkhus Taverna 605 6th St, Kemah, TX (281) 538-1800 bakkhustaverna.com 2. Mediterraneo Market & Cafe 18033 Upper Bay Rd, Houston, TX (281) 333-3180 mediterraneomarket.com

MEXICAN/TEX MEX 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. Las Haciendas 1020 W. Nasa Rd 1, Webster, TX 77598 281-557-3500 lashaciendasgrill.com 4. Red River Cantina 1911 E Main St Suite A, League City, TX 77573 281-557-8156 redrivercantina.com 5. Escalante’s Fine Tex-Mex & Tequila 1043 W. Bay Area Blvd, Webster, TX 77598 281-316-6980 escalantes.net 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

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4. Boondoggles Pub 4106 E NASA Pkwy, El Lago, TX (281) 326-2739 boondogglespub.com 5. Chelsea Wine Bar 4106 E NASA Pkwy f, El Lago, TX (281) 326-5282 chelseawinebartexas.com 6. Cutfoil Carafes and Drafts 20801 Gulf Fwy, Webste,r TX (832) 632-1249 cutfoil.com 7. Preamble Lounge & Craft House 20801 Gulf Fwy #12, Webster, TX (832) 905-2927 preamblelounge.com S E A F OO D 1. Gilhooley’s Oyster Bar 222 9th St, San Leon, TX 77539 (281) 339-3813 2. Tookie’s Seafood 1106 Bayport Blvd, Seabrook, TX (281) 942-9445 tookiesseafood.com 3. Topwater Grill 815 Avenue O, San Leon, TX (281) 339-1232 4. Sundance Grill II 800 Mariners Dr, Kemah, TX (281) 535-5350 sundance-grill.com 5. Schafer’s Coastal Bar & Grille 1002 Aspen Rd, Clear Lake Shores, TX (281) 532-6860 schaferscoastalbarandgrille.com

Boondoggles and Chelsea Wine Bar to host Woofstock 2020 By Rick Clapp

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Boondoggles Pub and Chelsea Wine Bar will host the 8th Annual Woofstock 2020. This fun four-legged friendly community event will be held Saturday, March 28 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m at 4106 E NASA Pkwy in El Lago. Woofstock is sponsored each year by neighboring establishments, Boondoggles Pub and Chelsea Wine Bar and benefits Bay Area Pet Adoptions. This fundraising event of Boondoggles Pub and Chelsea have helped raise over $75,000 since the start of Woofstock. Woofstock is open to the public and will feature vendors, live music, live auction, food, brews and wine. Door prizes and t-shirts will be available for sale as well.

“Man’s best friend is part of the culture at Boondoggles.” Boondoggles and Chelsea have earned and built their award winning reputation for serving good food, desserts and quality libations, as well as a commitment to the local community. “Our goal from the onset was to provide our customers with a very comfortable, warm and welcoming place where friends and family can come and enjoy the atmosphere and quality food and drinks. Community and customer focus is tantamount and that has earned our loyal community support,” says General Manager, James Venezia. While Boondoggles is well known for their large variety of beers of tap and “world class” pizzas cooked in the pub’s wood-fired oven, where they combine oak and mesquite wood

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to produce cooking temperatures over 500 degrees. On the other hand, Chelsea’s Wine Bar features a large variety of select wines, tasty savory bites as well as decadent desserts to choose from. Both venues offer a warm and inviting ambiance and environment. Man’s best friend is part of the culture at Boondoggles and are welcomed. The owner’s boxer and mascot has been immortalized in the 21 year history and is incorporated into the pub’s logo. You can even print an 8 ½ X 11 picture to Boondoggles and they’ll frame it and put it on their dog wall. Boondoggles features a private upstairs event reception room for your corporate parties, meetings and special occasions. So, whether you have a canine friend or not plan on coming to support Woofstock 2020 and the Bay Area Pet Adoptions March 28 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. For more information visit www. boondogglespub.com or www. chelseaswinebartexas.com and follow then both on Facebook. Woofstock 2020 booths still available for rent; contact boondogglespub@comcast. net for a reservation.

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Seabrook Men Who Cook

Rodeo Fashion Show with Blaine Ochoa

American Heart Association Go Red For Women Luncheon

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Food and wine pairing: Swiss Steak By Alisa Star

hat says comfort

food like Swiss Steak. This recipe is great for the month of March. It’s easy, delicious, and will put a smile on your face and bring you right back to being in your mother’s kitchen for some good old home cooking. This savory dish pairs perfectly with red or white wine. Either one will complement the flavors of round steak, sauteed onions and bell peppers. For the white wine I would pair a partially oaked dry Chardonnay, such as Kendall Jackson, or Dönnhoff riesling would go well also. If you’re a red wine drinker you want something earthy and acidic. A good Barbaresco will pair excellent with this dish such as Rabaja, or Bruno Giacosa. Enjoy!

Ingredients: • 2 pounds bottom round steak • 2 teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon ground pepper • ¾ cup flour • ¼ cup bacon drippings • 1 large onion thinly sliced • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced • 1 bell pepper thinly sliced • 2 cloves garlic chopped • 2 stalks celery chopped • 1 can diced tomatoes • 1 tablespoon tomato paste • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika • 1 teaspoon oregano • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire • 1 1/2 cup beef broth Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees 2.

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Cut meat to ½ inch slices and salt and pepper both sides. Tenderize the meat with a mallet, until each slice is ¼ in thick. Place flour into a pie pan. Dredge both sides of the meat with the flour mixture.

Add the bacon drippings to just cover the bottom of 4-5 qt dutch oven, place over medium-high heat. Once oil begins to shimmer, add the steaks to the pan, cook until golden brown. Continue to do this until all pieces are browned.

After removing all steaks, add to drippings the sliced onions, bell peppers, and celery. Saute 3 minutes, add garlic and tomato paste, stir well together to combine mixture. Next add the tomatoes, paprika, oregano, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth. Stir to combine. Return the meat to the pan, submerge the meat slices down in the mixture. Cover the pot with the lid and place in the oven and cook for 2 hrs, or until meat is tender to fork.

Assistance League lends a hand to 3,234 students “Its members spend countless hours seeing that children from needy families get new clothes for school.”

ALBA members line up to assist with Operation School Bell at the Kohl’s in League City. Front row: Betty Walcott, Sarah Foulds, Cathy Wolfe, and Kathleen Courville; back row: Karen Douglass, Betty Stoub and Madeline Nugent.

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MANY FIRSTS

There were many firsts this year, Vice Chairman Sarah Foulds explained:

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in the Bay Area change more lives than the Assistance League. Its members spend countless hours seeing that children from needy families get new clothes for school so they fit right in with all the rest of their classmates. And, while they’ve been doing this for some 20 years or more, Nov. 5, 2019, was a landmark date for the 2019-2020 Operation School Bell. On that date Assistance League members completed dressing the 3,231st student: 498 more students than were dressed during the 2018-2019 school year. “The success of the program this year is due to the support and input of our members, community partners and volunteers, school district volunteers, financial support from local businesses and foundations, and our local Kohl’s and Target department stores,” Chairman Elizabeth Arceneaux said.

the Baybrook Kohl’s books donated by the store. A total of 6,952 books were placed in the hands of these students. Two Phase 2 dressing events were held at the Baybrook and League City Kohl’s stores on Oct. 5 and Nov. 7. Since then, during a Nov. 22 emergency dressing, an additional three students received clothing -- a total to date of 3,234 students whose lives have been changed by Assistance League efforts.

n Two new school districts were added -- Deer Park and Texas City ISD.

Priscilla Magnuson, left, and Mavis Irvan open their booth at the Galveston Target.

Workshop book, Healthy Teeth, Healthy Me, she said. Students also were able to select books donated bylocal schools and at

n The Texas City ISD partnership focused on dressing the large student population identified as homeless. Dressing before the Aug. 28. start of school enabled 388 students to receive new clothing and shoes. Dr. Terri Burchfield noted, “100% of these students attended the first day of school.” n Pre-packaged hygiene kits were purchased for a cost of $3.75 each. Each kit included a toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, lotion, deodorant, and a comb and brush.

n United Way of Houston Project Undercover honored Operation School Bell with a donation of socks and underwear. These items were distributed to our partner Clear Creek ISD schools located in Harris County. n Polo shirts were purchased for the students from Galveston ISD (739 shirts), and the Mosbacher Odyssey Academy Charter School Galveston (258 shirts) since the required shirts were not available at the local Target store. n Odyssey Galveston requested socks and underwear for their young elementary students. A total of 240 pairs of socks and 362 pairs of underwear were delivered to that campus. n Kohl's Cash was used to purchase clothing, socks, underwear, and jackets on the wish list supplied by each school in Dickinson ISD. Sizes purchased ranged from 2T through 4XL. n A donation of socks was received from the GEM students at Clear Creek ISD's Weber Elementary as a thank you to Operation School Bell. Almost the entire budget was spent on clothing and hygiene kits. Even with $26,700 in discounts received from Target and Kohl’s on the purchase of gift cards and over $28,000 in Kohl’s Cash, the total budget has been expended with one final dressing event held Dec. 5, at the Baybrook Kohl’s store. The dressing will be continued only on an emergency needs basis. All emergency requests must be sent to osb@assistanceleagueba.org

DRESSING BEGINS

Phase 1 dressing began on Aug. 17 and ended Sept. 21. During that period, 3,031 students attended dressing events at the three local Kohl’s stores (Baybrook, League City and Pasadena) and the Galveston Island Target. They were greeted by dedicated volunteers and given a budgeted amount to use to purchase new school appropriate clothing, shoes, underwear, and a jacket. At checkout, each student was supplied with a hygiene kit and a Sesame

Assistance League members, from left, Mary Vaughn, Melodey Wallace and Beverly Braden begin their day assisting students at Kohl’s in Pasadena.

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Operation School Bell 2019-20 Chairman Elizabeth Arceneaux, right, and Vice Chairman Sarah Foulds, left, confer with La Porte ISD’s Cynthia Anderson over items needed there.

New Bay Oaks Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association President Sue Laabs, seated at right, joins the other new officers for a photo during a recent holiday luncheon. Others are, from left, standing, Vice Presidents Susan Franklin and Courtney Atchley and Treasurer Amy Ropollo with Secretary Sheryl Lane seated at left.

New BOWA committee chairmen are ready to go to work. They are, from left, standing, Allyson Jackson, Terri Steinkamp, Suzanne Leatherman, Jordan Quillen; seated, Chris Howland and Sue Broughton.

Other BOWA committee chairmen include, from left, standing, Susan Franklin, Susan McCoy, Cheri Burke, Darla McKitrick; seated, Sharon Dillard, Mary Alys Cherry and Eileen Hult. Trisha Gunn and Mary Colombo are absent from the photo.

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Four named to Texas Aviation Hall of Fame

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Museum has announced the selection of four new inductees into the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame. A distinguished panel of aviation historians, authors, publishers, archivists and aviation experts selected George W.S. Abbey, retired Col. Eileen Collins, Usto Schulz and Tyson Weihs from a field of more than 100 candidates. This prestigious group will be officially inducted on Friday, May 8, at the 2020 Texas Aviation Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and luncheon at the Lone Star Flight Museum located at Houston’s Ellington Airport — on the 75th anniversary of VE Day. The Texas Aviation Hall of Fame was established in 1995 to honor and recognize Texans and Texas companies or organizations that have made significant and lasting contributions to the advancement of aviation. There are currently 76 individuals and groups in the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame, in four categories which include: trailblazers and explorers, wartime aviators, leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators.

liaison at Boeing on the Dyna-Soar, SST and Lunar Orbiter projects, he was later detailed to NASA in 1964. Before serving as center director of the Johnson Space Center from 1996 to 2001, Abbey served as NASA’s director of Flight Operations, deputy associate administrator for space flight at NASA Headquarters, and later senior director for Civil Space Policy for the National Space Council. He also served as special assistant to the NASA Administrator before being named deputy director of Johnson Space Center in 1994 and then JSC center director. After retirement from NASA in 2003 he became senior fellow in space policy at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

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2020 INDUCTEES INCLUDE: George W.S. Abbey

With a Bachelor’s degree in General Science from the U.S. Naval Academy and a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology, George W.S. Abbey flew both helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, logging more than 5,000 hours in the air. Serving as the USAF technical

professor of mathematics and a T-41 instructor at the US Air Force Academy from 1986-1989, and in 1990 graduated from the Air Force Test Pilot School and was selected as an astronaut in 1991. She flew as a pilot on Mission STS-63 in 1995, becoming the first female Space Shuttle pilot. She also served as pilot for STS-84. Collins then became the first female commander of a U.S. spacecraft on STS-93 in 1999. In 2005, she was the commander of STS-114, the first “return to flight” mission after the loss of Space Shuttle Columbia. She also was the first astronaut to fly the Space Shuttle through a complete 360-degree pitch maneuver. Collins retired from NASA in 2006 and works as an aerospace consultant and professional speaker.

Eileen M. Collins

Raised in Elmira, N.Y., Col (ret.) Eileen Collins earned a B.S. from Syracuse University and later a Master’s degree in Operations Research from Stanford and a Master’s in Space Systems Management from Webster University. She was commissioned in the US Air Force and graduated from Undergraduate Pilot Training at Vance AFB in 1979. She was assistant

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A Texas native, Schulz enlisted in the Army in 1943 and after earning his wings in 1944 was stationed at Hondo Air Base, Texas as a pilot and engineering officer. Later stationed at Ladd Field, Alaska, he became a cold weather pilot flying C-45s, C-46s, C-47s, C-54s, B-17s and B-25s and R-4 helicopters. From 1947 to 1957 he was a commercial pilot with Arctic Pacific Air and Wien Alaska Airlines, before joining the CAA (forerunner to the FAA) in 1957. Beginning as an air carrier inspector and an instructor for pilot certification he later transferred to FAA Headquarters. As an independent consultant from 1975 to 2005 Schulz assisted airlines with management practices and ensuring FAR compliance. In 1998, Schulz was asked to join a team creating a new airline and to run the certification process. Becoming involved with the selection and purchase of aircraft, Schulz guided JetBlue Airways through its certification process before retiring in 2005.

Tyson Weihs Tyson Weihs of Houston received a B.S. in Computer Science from Trinity University and his MBA from Rice University. Weihs is the CEO of ForeFlight, a Texas-based software company that employs over 200 people in Houston and Austin. Weihs’ software has revolutionized flight planning, in-flight weather and was first to bring the concept of an electronic flight bag to the iPad. In addition to the hundreds of thousands of private and corporate pilots who rely on ForeFlight for planning and in-flight decision making, the Department of Defense depends on the ForeFlight Military Flight Bag version of the application. ForeFlight is also the provider of Jeppesen’s FlightDeck Pro EFB used by airline pilots around the world. The 2020 Texas Aviation Hall of Fame inductees join an impressive list of past inductees representing trailblazers and explorers such as Bessie Coleman and Wiley Post; leaders such as Presidents Dwight D. Eisenhower, George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush; World War II aviators Tex Hill, the Doolittle Raiders, Tuskegee Airmen and Women Airforce Service Pilots; astronauts Alan Bean, John Young and Gene Cernan; and entrepreneurs Howard Hughes, Gordon Bethune and Herb Kelleher. To be selected as a member of the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame, the individual or group must have a significant connection to Texas and have left an indelible mark on the history of aviation or be an aviator who made an extraordinary contribution to the world in another field.

Three history-making space fliers to enter Astronaut Hall of Fame in May By Robert Z. Pearlman

re cord- s e t t i ng spacewalker, one of only two women who commanded the space shuttle and the American who logged the longest U.S. spaceflight to date will be inducted into the Astronaut Hall of Fame this spring. Michael Lopez-Alegria, Pamela Melroy and Scott Kelly, who between them flew on 10 missions to the Hubble Space Telescope and International Space Station, will be honored for their careers as veteran NASA astronauts. Their enshrinement, at a public ceremony to be held at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex in Florida on May 16, will raise the Astronaut Hall of Fame’s ranks to 102 members out of the almost 350 men and women who have been part of NASA’s corps since 1959. “As we enter the year 2020, we are particularly excited to welcome these accomplished astronauts into the United States Astronaut Hall of Fame,” Curt Brown, a 2013 inductee and the board chairman of the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation, which oversees the selection process, said in a statement. “They exemplify bravery, dedication and passion and their hard work has paved the way for what promises to be an unprecedented new decade of space exploration and interplanetary travel.” Reacting to their selection, Lopez-Alegria, Melroy and Kelly each said they were honored in interviews conducted individually with collectSPACE.com. “I really had no idea what the odds were, but I am very, very proud of having been picked,” said Lopez-Alegria. “I

am humbled that my peers and the distinguished people who made this decision were even considering me,” Melroy said. “I am also very excited, it is going to be a wonderful thing.” “It is an honor,” said Kelly. “It is a career that I put 20 years of my life into, so it is great to be recognized and appreciated.” Chosen to be astronauts as members of consecutive NASA classes in 1992, 1994 and 1996 respectively, Lopez-Alegria, Melroy and Kelly had overlapping careers. Michael Lopez-Alegria Michael Lopez-Alegria flew four times to space, logging more than 257 days off the planet. A retired U.S. Navy captain, naval aviator and one-time aquanaut as a member of a NASA NEEMO mission aboard the Aquarius undersea laboratory in 2001, Lopez-Alegria helped to assemble the International Space Station on shuttle missions STS-73 in 1995, STS-92 in 2000 and STS-113 in 2002. Lopez-Alegria then commanded Expedition 14, the space station’s 14th resident crew, from September 2006 through April 2007, during which he set records while working outside the orbiting laboratory. He retains the title as the American with the most cumulative time on spacewalks at 67 hours and 40 minutes, and is tied with former NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson for the most extravehicular activities (EVAs) by an American at ten. Beyond his spacewalking feats, Lopez-Alegria said his personal history also sets his astronaut experience apart from many others. “If you look at my 23andMe [DNA profile], I am not American in any way, shape or form,” he said with a

laugh, referring to his being born in Spain. “That might be an inspiration for kids in a similar situation.” “It doesn’t necessarily have to do with the human factors of space, but it is spaceflight done by someone who doesn’t look or feel like everyone else,” he said. Since leaving NASA in 2012, Lopez-Alegria has served as the president of the Commercial Spaceflight Federation and as a consultant to traditional and commercial space companies. He also is the past president of the Association of Space Explorers, an international professional and educational organization of current and former astronauts, including Melroy and Kelly. Pamela Melroy Pamela Melroy flew the first of her three space shuttle missions with Lopez-Alegria as a crewmate. “She was the only rookie on the crew and she was drinking from a fire hose the whole time but never spilled a drop,” said Lopez-Alegria of his fellow inductee. “It was so amazing to watch her transform from ‘the rookie’ throughout training and even on launch day to the time we were ready to deorbit to the seasoned veteran.” “Her metamorphosis was brilliant to watch,” he said. “Mike has always been a fantastic friend,” Melroy told collectSPACE. “And to carry on that relationship from flying together as crewmates to now being colleagues in a different place in our careers, as well as friends, is terrific.” A retired U.S. Air Force pilot with over 5,000 hours of flight time in over 50 different aircraft, Melroy was only the second U.S. woman to pilot and then command a space mission. (The first, Eileen Collins, was inducted into the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame in 2013.) Melroy was pilot on STS-92 and STS-112 in 2002, before she led the STS-120 crew in 2007. All three of her flights contributed to the assembly of the International Space Station. “When I talk about my career as an astronaut, you have to talk about building the station. For my generation of astronauts, that was our contribution,” Melroy said. After retiring from the astronaut office in 2009, Melroy became the acting deputy associate administrator for commercial space transportation at the Federal Aviation Administration and held positions with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency. She is now CEO of Melroy & Hollett Technology Partners and the director of space technology and policy at Nova

Systems in Australia, as well as serves on the User Advisory Group for the National Space Council and advisory group to the Australian Space Agency. SCOTT KELLY Scott Kelly holds the title for the longest single space mission by a U.S. astronaut, a record that was once held by Lopez-Alegria. “The record represents a lot of hard work by a lot of people, not just me, but also my colleagues who have spent progressively, increasingly longer lengths of time in space,” said Kelly. “I look at it as a continuation of our spaceflight experience. I expect that within the next few years, an American will have stayed in space longer than I,” he said. A retired U.S. Navy captain, test pilot and also a NEEMO aquanaut, Kelly shares the distinction with his brother, Mark, of being the first identical twins to both become astronauts. Kelly flew four times to space, including serving as pilot on the third mission to service the Hubble Space Telescope, STS-103 in 1999. His next flights were to the International Space Station, including a 12-day shuttle mission, STS-118 in 2007, and five-month stay, Expedition 25/26, in 2011. Kelly’s fourth flight marked the first “one-year” mission on board the International Space Station, 340 days long, bringing his total time in space to over 520 days. “I got to do some incredible things and I feel like I’ve been very privileged with the opportunities I had at NASA,” he said. Since leaving the U.S. space agency in 2016, Kelly was appointed United Nations Champion for Space and has become a best-selling author. Following their induction ceremony, which will take place under the display of the retired space shuttle Atlantis at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Lopez-Alegria, Melroy and Kelly will be celebrated at a black-tie gala hosted by the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation. Lopez-Alegria, Melroy and Kelly were selected for enshrinement by a panel of Astronaut Hall of Fame members, flight controllers, historians and journalists. To be eligible, astronauts need to be U.S. citizens trained by NASA who first orbited Earth at least 17 years prior to their induction. Founded in 1990 on the suggestion of the then-surviving Mercury astronauts, the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame is a featured part of Heroes & Legends, an attraction at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

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NASA photographer Bill Ingalls to receive Communicator Award

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National Award for Space Achievement (RNASA) Foundation has selected NASA Senior Photographer Bill Ingalls to receive the prestigious 2020 Space Communicator Award. Ingalls will be honored at RNASA’s 34th annual National Space Trophy Banquet on April 17 at the Houston Hyatt Regency along with Dr. Ellen Ochoa, retired Johnson Space Center director who will receive the 2020 National Space Trophy. The public is invited to attend. For over three decades Bill Ingalls has been capturing

NASA Photographer Bill Ingalls. Photo: Joel Kowsky

NASA’s most spectacular moments through his camera lens. His career was born in 1987 when he landed an internship at NASA’s communications office. After graduating from the Waynesburg College with two Bachelor of Art degrees in English and Visual Communications, Ingalls returned to NASA where he joined a group of accomplished and esteemed photographers in 1989. He has crisscrossed the globe photographing some of our country’s most historic and compelling images. His iconic photos have captured Neil Armstrong’s The space burial at sea, shuttle Discovery Space Shuttle sits atop a Endeavor’s launch pad at final landing in the Kennedy Space Center 2011, and the in Florida, as a first launch of nearly full moon a U.S. citizen sets behind it. on a Russian Photo: NASA/ Bill Ingalls. rocket. As one of NASA’s most senior photographers, he manages over 400 projects annually and supervises a team of five. Ingalls said of his award, “I am incredibly honored, not only to have been selected to receive this recognition, but to be given the trust and responsibility to document space history in order to share NASA’s story for this and future generations.” His assignments have taken him to some of the most extreme environments imaginable. He has been lowered into an active volcano in Alaska, endured -17° temperatures for a Soyuz landing in the Kazakh steppes, and flown through a hurricane aboard a DC-8.

NASA Deputy Associate Administrator for Communications Bob Jacobs, who nominated Ingalls, said, “Bill is so much more than a photographer, he’s a storyteller. Bill takes us on this amazing journey of spaceflight through this camera lens, whether it’s the beauty and power of a launch or the exhaustion and excitement of an astronaut’s return home. He’s able to turn the vastness of space into very intimate moments. It’s a special talent.” Bill is the second photographer to ever be honored with the National Space Club Press Award. Legendary journalist Edward R. Murrow was the first. Bill’s work has been highlighted in National Geographic, Newsweek, TIME, The Washington Post, Fortune, People, The New York Times, and the Los Angeles Times and has been featured on NBC, CBS and ABC News. To view more of his work, visit his website at ingallsimages. com. The RNASA Space Communicator Award was created in 1997 in honor of KTRK, Houston Channel 13 space reporter and long-time RNASA Advisor Stephen Gauvain who was tragically killed in a car accident in 1996. The award is presented to an individual or team that makes exceptional contributions to public understanding and appreciation of space exploration The previous recipients of the award are: William Shatner; William Harwood of CBS; Miles O›Brien, formerly of CNN; Elliot Pulham of the Space Foundation; the NASA-Contractor Communications team that responded to the Columbia accident; Mark Carreau, formerly of the Houston Chronicle; Neil deGrasse Tyson of the Hayden Planetarium at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, Veronica McGregor, manager of news and social media at NASA›s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, Calif.; former Canadian Space Agency astronaut, author, and musician Chris A. Hadfield; Bill Nye (the science guy) CEO of the Planetary Society, and Rob Navias of NASA’s Johnson Space Center. Visit www.rnasa.org/tables.html to reserve a table or find information about tickets and sponsorships. To reserve a room at the Hyatt Regency, visit www.rnasa.org/houston.html or call 713-654-1234 and request the RNASA group rate.

How to reduce gun violence: through activism, legislation

Dr. Gretchen Browne

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You’re invited to learn how to reduce gun violence and related deaths in America through activism and legislation at the March 10 meeting of the Bay Area Democratic Movement in Clear Lake. Guest speakers include Rhonda Hart, a longtime advocate for issues like education and health care. When her daughter Kimberly was killed at Santa Fe High School in May 2018, Hart became an

active volunteer with Moms Demand Action, March for Our Lives, and is an Everytown Survivor Fellow. She shares her painful perspective and how she works tirelessly for gun safety measures, especially on our school campuses. Dr. Gretchen Browne will discuss how all can become involved locally and make their voices heard. Browne is a progressive activist currently leading the League City Huddle

and Bay Area Region Local Group of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America. By day, she’s a psychologist with a private practice in League City. The meeting, which begins with dinner at 6:30 p.m. and the program at 7 p.m., will be held at the Krist Law Firm, 17100 El Camino Real. Visit BayAreaDemocraticMovement. org or call Kim Krist at 281.797.7145 for more information.

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2020 BAHEP board members BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS • Chairman: Robert McAfoos, President, Barrios Technology •

Vice Chairman: Charlie Stegemoeller, Vice President, Program Management, SAIC

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE EX OFFICIO MEMBERS • Jennifer Bowers, Partner, Bowers & Sadler, LLP

Mark Gittleman, P.E., President / CEO, Alpha Space Test & Research Alliance, LLC

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Karen Gregory, Economic Development Regional Manager, CenterPoint Energy

Douglas H. Owens, Lt. Gen., USAF (Ret.), CEO, Lone Star Flight Museum

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Laura Pennino, CEO, Pennino & Partners

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Gwen Griffin, President / CEO, Griffin Communications Group

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Phil Griffis, President, The Law Office of Phil Griffis

Victor Pierson, President / CEO / Chairman, Moody National Bank

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Trey Hall, III, Vice President / COO, The Rothe Companies: Houston Operations

Ashlea Quinonez, Director of Government Relations, Memorial Hermann Health System

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Darrin Hall, Director, Corporate and Community Affairs, United Airlines

Kevin Repa, Vice President / General Manager, All Points Logistics, LLC

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Elizabeth Smith, Owner/Agent, Elizabeth Smith Life and Health Insurance

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Greg Smith, Ph.D., Superintendent of Schools, Clear Creek Independent School District

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Charlie Stegemoeller, Vice President, Program Management, SAIC

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John Wilkins, CEO, CLC Properties

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Todd Caliva, CEO, HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake

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Marc Havican, President, Space City Films, Inc.

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W. Michael Hawes, D.Sc., Vice President / Orion Program Manager, Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company

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Mark Geyer, Director, NASA Johnson Space Center

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Treasurer: Jennifer Bowers, Partner, Bowers and Sadler, LLP

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Fred B. Griffin, Founder & Chairman, Griffin Partners, Inc.

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Brenda Hellyer, Ed.D., Chancellor, San Jacinto College District

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Brenda Hellyer, Ed.D., Chancellor, San Jacinto College District

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Tim Kropp, Executive Vice President, MRI Technologies

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Jorge Hernandez, President / CEO, Bastion Technologies, Inc.

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Ron W. Masters, President, AssuredPartners

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Kenny Koncaba, CEO, Texan Bank

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Lon F. Miller, Senior Vice President / General Manager, Jacobs

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Tim Kropp, Executive Vice President, MRI Technologies

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Leonard Levine, Technical Director, Gulf Coast Authority

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Arturo Machuca, General Manager, Ellington Airport & Houston Spaceport, City of Houston, Houston Airport System

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Fernando De La Peña, President / CEO, AEXA Aerospace, LLC Mark Gittleman, P.E., President / CEO, Alpha Space Test & Research Alliance, LLC Dick H. Gregg, Jr., Attorney-atLaw / President, Gregg & Gregg, P.C. Marc Havican, President, Space City Films, Inc. W. Michael Hawes, D.Sc., Vice President / Orion Program Manager, Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company

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Bernard A. Milstein, M.D., President, The Eye Clinic of Texas

BOARD OF DIRECTORS • Jamie Ballard, Senior Vice President, Veritex Community Bank

Dan Newman, CEO, Houston Methodist St. John Hospital

Dick H. Gregg, Jr., Attorney-atLaw / President, Gregg & Gregg, P.C.

Secretary: Kenny Koncaba, CEO, Texan Bank

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BOARD EX OFFICIO MEMBERS • Chad Burke, President / CEO, Economic Alliance Houston Port Region •

Mary Alys Cherry, Editor and Publisher, Bay Area Houston Magazine

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Ruby Cubley, Individual Member

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Cindy Harreld DeWease, President / CEO, Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce

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John Martinec, President, AeroSys, LLC

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Ron W. Masters, President, AssuredPartners

Marcy Fryday, Marketing Director, Lakewood Yacht Club

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Mark Geyer, Director, NASA Johnson Space Center

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Kenny Koncaba, CEO, Texan Bank

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Robert McAfoos, President, Barrios Technology

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Mark Mulqueen, ISS Program Manager, The Boeing Company

Jennifer Bowers, Partner, Bowers and Sadler, LLP

Robert McAfoos, President, Barrios Technology

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Gale E. Burkett, President / CEO, GB Tech, Inc.

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Todd Caliva, CEO, HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake

Vernon McDonald, Ph.D., Senior Vice President, Government Services, KBR

Fred B. Griffin, Founder / Chairman, Griffin Partners, Inc.

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Nellie Chappell-White, President / CEO, JES Tech

Brandon Michaels, President / CEO, JSC Federal Credit Union

Mike Shields, Executive Director, Baytown/West Chambers County Economic Development Foundation

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Lon F. Miller, Senior Vice President / General Manager, Jacobs

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Jeff Sjostrom, President, Galveston Economic Development Partnership

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Bernard A. Milstein, M.D., President, The Eye Clinic of Texas

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Steven Skarke, Vice President, Kaneka North America, LLC

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Mike Sullivan, Director of Governmental and Public Affairs, Group 1 Automotive, Inc.

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Hajime “Sam” Suzuki, Vice President, Administration, Kuraray America, Inc.

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Victor Pierson, President / CEO / Chairman, Moody National Bank

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Ira K. Blake, Ph.D., President, University of Houston-Clear Lake

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Greg Smith, Ph.D., Superintendent of Schools, CCISD

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Charlie Stegemoeller, Vice President, Program Management, SAIC

Mark Conrad, Owner, Express Employment Professionals

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John Wilkins, CEO, CLC Properties

David Dean, Senior Program Manager, S&K Global Solutions

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Fernando De La Peña, President / CEO, AEXA Aerospace, LLC

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Glenn Freedman, Ph.D., President, EduSafe Systems, Inc.

Mark Mulqueen, ISS Program Manager, The Boeing Company

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Mike Furin, Vice President, My FlooringAMERICA

Sergio (Checo) Muniz, President, CYFOR Technologies, LLC

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE HONORARY CHAIRMAN • Frans Gillebaard (1939 - 2013)

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The LONGHORN PROJECT ‘Grand Review’ Serving as junior ambassadors, the Show Team, represents The Longhorn Project and their supporting breeders, at numerous longhorn shows throughout Texas, including the Austin, Houston and San Antonio livestock shows. “Their daily commitment, and hard work have earned each member, and their breeders, numerous awards in the show-ring. But most importantly, through this experience, they have learned valuable lessons and formed relationships that will last a lifetime. They make me proud. They win and lose with a smile on their face, a true sign of a champion.” says Project Manager, Mr. Wilson. The Show Team is selected through an application and audition process each May. Watch for more information in the April issue of the Bay Area Houston Magazine. Applicants must be entering high school as a sophomore - senior in the 2020-2021 academic year and a member of their school FFA chapter. (Next show: March 9 & 10 at 8:00 AM at the HLS&R in the NRG Center.)

CVL JSC HomeRun HammerMan (Hammer), a prized registered Texas Longhorn from The Longhorn Project at Johnson Space Center and LHP Board and Team Champion Roper, David Culbreth, were show-cased at the Safety Council Extravaganza Tailgate Event on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2020 at the Pasadena Fairgrounds. As guests of EMCOR Industrial Services (IS) and their parent company, Ohmstede Industrial Services, The Longhorn Project, contributed to their tailgate theme, Ohmstede Livestock Show & Rodeo, helping them win the award for ‘Best Entertainment.’

Senior Reserve Champion, 2NR Jest A Princess owned by Jeremy & Tina Johnson of Rancho Dos Ninos from Lockhart, TX; Exhibitor, LHP Show Team Member Christopher Dommert and Libby Butterfield assisting with the calf, Space Cowboy, both juniors at Clear Falls High School from League City, TX.

Frequent Grand Champion Female title holder Kettle’s Ah-CheWa-Wa, owned by John and Christy Randolph of Lonesome Pines Ranch in Smithville, TX; Exhibitor, LHP Show Team Member Libby Butterfield, junior at Clear Falls High School from League City.

L-R: Former NASA JSC Center Director, founder of The Longhorn Project and LHP Board Member, George W. S. Abbey; VP Marketing MECOR IS, Pat Pardue; former Houston Policeman, Mike Pierce; former NASA Astronaut and retired US Navy Captain Mike Baker.

Frequent Grand Champion Female title holder CK Buzz N Bee Happy, owned by Brett & Teresa Krause of Circle K Ranch in Thrall, Texas; Exhibitor, LHP Show Team Member Emma Lucas, junior at Clear Falls High School, from Seabrook, TX.

Frequent Grand Champion Female title holder Kettle’s Chocolate Chip, owned John and Christy Randolph of Lonesome Pines Ranch in Smithville, TX; Exhibitor, LHP Show Team Member Libby Butterfield, junior at Clear Falls High School from League City, TX; Longhorn Project Manager Henry Wilson; LHP Board Chairman Andrea Wilson.

LHP Board Member Andrea Wilson and Bay Area Houston Magazine CEO Rick Clapp.

HilltopSecurities Financial Advisor & LHP Board Member, Rolando Villarreal and LHP Lead Science Teacher & Field Trip Coordinator, Susan Parker.

The Longhorn Project (LHP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, located on the premises of NASA JSC, blends an award-winning herd of registered Texas Longhorns and show team with an agricultural and STEM-based educational field trip program for 3rd - 12th grade students. For more information on our educational field trip program or show team application process, visit us at thelonghornprojectcom and submit the ‘Contact Us’ form. VP Marketing EMCOR IS, Pat Pardue; LHP Chairman Andrea Wilson; former NASA JSC Center Director, founder of The Longhorn Project & LHP Board Member, George W. S. Abbey.

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CEO Commercial Fence & Co., Team Roping Champion & LHP Board Member David Culbreth.

CCISD students win big at Livestock Show and Auction

uture Farmers of America

students work throughout the summer and fall semester raising animals, designing and constructing agriculture mechanics projects, as well as planning and creating a multitude of food science, floriculture, horticulture, and visual arts projects to showcase in the annual Clear Creek ISD Livestock Show and Auction. This year’s show, the 38th, was held at the West Agriculture Barn -- the culmination of months of hard work for these students within the FFA programs across CCISD’s five comprehensive high schools. “These students put in a lot of time and care raising these animals and completing other non-livestock projects,” said JT Buford, career and technical education program manager in CCISD. “They are required to feed their animals a minimum of two times a day, morning and evening, seven

days a week no matter the weather or temperature. Hours are spent feeding, grooming, and training with animal projects trying to perfect showmanship for the animal and exhibitor while trying to unlock the animal’s greatest genetic potential.” A total of more than $153,000 was raised for FFA students across the District this year. The CCISD Livestock Auction benefits students by providing an opportunity for them to explore and develop a passion for production agriculture, learn valuable lessons in money and time management, and offers the opportunity to potentially fund additional animal projects or future education expenses. “The CCISD Livestock Show and Auction would like to thank the community for deeply believing in the CCISD FFA members and programs by continuing to support us each year,” said Buford. “Lastly, I’d like to thank all of the CCISD Ag teachers for their

selfless dedication to their students and FFA programs. Without them, the Livestock Show wouldn’t be nearly as successful.” Below are the top awards and sale prices this year: Grand Champion Steer – Naomi Browning – Clear Brook High – $6,500 Grand Champion Pig – Alexis Coffey – Clear Falls High – $5,000 Grand Champion Lamb – Mason Corona – Clear Brook High – $2,000 Grand Champion Goat – Yancey Grice – Clear Creek High – $1,500 Grand Champion Turkey – Aaron Douglas – Clear Lake High – $5,500 Grand Champion Broilers – Jacob Corrao – Clear Springs High – $1,000 Grand Champion Rabbits – Austin Robinson – Clear Springs High – $1,400 Best of Show Ag Mechanics – Dale Bragg – Clear Falls High – $5,000 Best of Show Horticulture – Yancey Grice – Clear Creek High – $800 Best of Show Floral Design – Alexandra Ruiz – Clear Brook High – $400 Best of Show Visual Arts – Mackenzie Zimbeck – Clear Lake High – $450 Best of Show Food Science – McKenzie Crow – Clear Falls High – $700 Reserve Champion Steer – Isabell Cranfill – Clear Springs High – $5,500 Reserve Champion Pig – Kaylyn Baugh – Clear Falls High – $2,200 Reserve Champion Lamb – Sarah Barrera – Clear Springs High – $1,500 Reserve Champion Goat – Kathleen Johnson – Clear Springs High – $1,500 Reserve Champion Turkey – Jessica Stewart – Clear Springs High – $1,700 Reserve Champion Broilers – Alexis Wright – Clear Creek High – $1,000 Reserve Champion Rabbits – Olivia Read – Clear Lake High – $1,200

Ron Carter to again provide scholarships for area seniors

t’s time once again for

Ron Carter Cadillac to step up and acknowledge the future leaders from the Greater Clear Lake Area High School community. Now in its eighth year, this

scholarship is proud to honor and support these seniors by awarding five college scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each. Outstanding students will be selected beginning in March and ending in June. Applications will be accepted through May 31, 2020. The scholarship is open to high school seniors in Clear Lake and surrounding areas of Clear Creek ISD, Alvin ISD, Deer Park ISD, Pasadena ISD, Dickinson ISD, LaPorte ISD, Pearland ISD and Friendswood ISD. Students from parochial and home schools within the boundaries of these districts are also eligible. Recipients will be chosen based on academic achievement, character,

leadership and community service. Scholarship applications and detailed instructions can be found on its website at https://www. roncartercadillac.com/Community Ron Carter Cadillac is an automotive retailer located on Interstate 45 south in Friendswood. It is a family owned and operated business that is the only fourtime Cadillac Dealer of the Year in Texas. In recent years, Ron Carter Cadillac has tripled its workforce at the dealership and continues to be an industry leader in sales and service. Please drop by our showroom in person or visit us online at www. roncartercadillac.com. Thank you and good luck! - The Ron Carter Staff

Clear Brook High named State School of Character First CCISD High School to Receive This Honor Clear Brook High School was one of only 81 campuses across the country to be named a 2020 State School of Character by Character. org, a national advocate and leader for character in schools, families, sports teams and the workplace. This is the first Clear Creek ISD high school to receive this honor. “I have always described Clear Brook as an inclusive school with a servant heart,” said Principal Michele Staley. “Our feeder schools have done an amazing job building character with our students, so it was important to continue that education with our Wolverines.” Each year, Character. org certifies schools and districts at the state level that demonstrate a dedicated focus on character development which has a positive effect on academic achievement, student behavior and school climate. Criteria for selection are based on Character.org’s 11 Principles of Character which include providing students with opportunities for moral action, fostering shared leadership and engaging families and communities as partners in the characterbuilding effort. “We began our journey into intentional character education four years ago and it has been amazing to see how our students, parents and teachers have embraced this focus on our District’s core values,” said Dr. Staley. “It is truly the most important work I have done in my 21 years of publicschool administration. I am thrilled that our community was recognized for the special place we all know it is.” Clear Brook joins the growing list of Clear Creek ISD schools who have been named State Schools of Character. The school will now be considered for Character.org’s highest distinction as a 2020 National School of Character, which will be announced in May 2020.

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[HEALTHCARE] Inflammatory Conditions and Inflammatory Pain

Turmeric: An Amazing Natural Anti-Inflammatory

ou may know turmeric

primarily as a spice, but it’s also used in Ayurvedic medicine, a holistic approach to health dating back over 3,000 in India and Southeast Asia. Turmeric supplements are now more commonly known for medicinal benefits but knowing how much to take can be confusing. Here’s a look at the uses and benefits of turmeric, effective doses and safety precautions. Turmeric Uses: Antiinflammatory and Antioxidant Turmeric (curcuma longo or curcuma domestica), also known as turmeric root, is related to ginger and grown throughout India, Asia and Central America. It has been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine used as a joint pain supplement, and to treat rheumatism and respiratory problems for centuries. It’s also well known in Indian and Asian cuisine and is an important ingredient in flavorful curry dishes. Fresh turmeric root looks like finger-sized golden-yellow carrots on the inside, and looks similar to ginger root on the outside. It is more familiar to most Americans in its dried and ground form. Turmeric may be found in your grocery store’s spice aisle just as easily as it is found in the vitamins and supplements aisle. It can be ingested in capsules, as a tea and sprinkled onto food like any other spice. The distinctive golden powder is rich in curcuminoids which are potent antioxidants. Turmeric is

especially rich in curcumin which has been shown to have antiinflammatory properties according to Mayo Clinic. In correct doses it is considered safe for treating chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes and pain related to chronic inflammation.

“It is widely recognized and accepted within the medical community as an effective pain management tool.” Anti-Inflammatory Benefits of Turmeric Many studies indicate that chronic, low grade inflammation is a key factor behind chronic conditions. Chronic inflammation can cause joints to swell and become painful. It can be destructive at the cellular level, harming arteries and organs and contribute to a variety of other chronic health issues. Some of the disorders related to chronic inflammation include: • Alzheimer’s • Diabetes • Heart disease • Inflammatory bowel disease • Lupus • Psoriasis • Rheumatoid arthritis In addition, Aging, obesity, dietary considerations, smoking, stress and poor sleep put you at a higher risk for developing chronic inflammation. Turmeric: Helps Chronic

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There is growing scientific evidence to support the use of turmeric as an anti-inflammatory supplement and joint pain remedy. Studies show that curcuminoids found in turmeric may help in a number of conditions including: • Reduce heart attacks in postsurgical bypass patients • Match ibuprofen in effectiveness for controlling pain from osteoarthritis in the knee • Lessen skin irritation in breast cancer patients going through radiation treatment • May help treat colon and prostate cancer • Eases surgical pain • Used as a plaque reducing additive in mouthwash • Helps treat diabetes and colitis • Helps treat irritable bowel disease • Helps reduce cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar. While many people with chronic pain are prescribed anti-inflammatory medications to relieve symptoms, long term use is not safe due to side effects on the immune system, kidney and liver, as well as cardiovascular and gastrointestinal complications. Herbal therapies like turmeric provide an ideal way to supplement those medications without the harmful side effects. Turmeric may be best known as a natural joint pain remedy supplement that aids in reducing inflammation related to arthritis and repetitive-use injuries. Studies have shown that patients diagnosed with conditions caused by inflammation such as osteoarthritis, have seen improvement in pain, overall function and quality of life when using turmeric supplement. The Arthritis Foundation recommends turmeric for treating rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA). It is widely recognized and accepted within the medical community as an effective pain management tool. In fact, many doctors are now recommending turmeric to their patients. Turmeric Recommended Dosage No supplement can be effective if you’re not taking the right dosage. Turmeric is safe and has a good safety profile when taken correctly. How much turmeric do you need to take? Speaking with your healthcare professional is the best way to

determine if turmeric can help your condition and the most effective dosage. There is no official recommended turmeric dosage to get the full health benefits. However, most studies show that taking 500 to 2,000 miligrams per day of turmeric extract could be beneficial. It’s best to start with a lower dosage and work up gradually to assess tolerance and reduce risk of any side effects. However, the World Health Organization (WHO) has determined that 1.4 mg per pound of body weight an acceptable daily intake. Typically, two to three 500mg capsules a day of a standardized supplement like Nuvothera’s Super Micronized Turmeric Curcumin is recommended to achieve effective results. Turmeric Safety Precautions It is always important to discuss taking dietary supplements with your healthcare provider and to follow medical advice. Turmeric has been found safe to take and it has GRAS (“generally recognized as safe”) status by the FDA when taken in amounts tested for health purposes. In high doses turmeric may cause nausea and digestive issues. Turmeric is not suitable for those who are pregnant or taking anticoagulants or blood thinners such as Warfarin. Choosing the Right Turmeric Supplement If you want a safe, effective, natural supplement for managing inflammation and joint pain, then turmeric may be right for you. Not all turmeric is the same. It needs to be well absorbed to be an effective joint pain remedy. It’s important to check the label and look for proof of maximum absorption and maximum potency. Turmeric root extract is the most potent form of turmeric supplement. Maximum potency turmeric such as Nuvothera Super-Micronized Turmeric Curcumin is a natural and safe anti-inflammatory to help manage chronic pain such as joint pain. It’s super-micronized, so it’s water soluble and is rapidly absorbed in the body for maximum potency. There is no need for chemical absorption enhancers or black pepper. In clinical studies, Nuvothera SuperMicronized Turmeric Curcumin was shown to be more than 100 times more anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and free radical scavenging than leading competitors***. These more effective brands are often found on company websites or on Amazon.

Spelling Bee champion Alli DeVillier with runnerup Roger Zhen.

Proposed NASA budget $25 billion

NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstein called NASA’s 2021 budget “one of the strongest budgets” in agency history on Feb. 10 when he delivered his annual State of NASA address at Stennis Space Center. The president’s fiscal year 2021 budget request delivered to Congress includes more than $25 billion for NASA, a 12 percent increase that would keep the agency firmly on track in its work to launch Artemis program missions and the next great era of space exploration.

San Jac and COLLEGE OF THE MAINLAND are expanding

Two area Community colleges – San Jacinto and College of the Mainland -- are expanding. College of the Mainland is planning a new campus in League City for general education and dualcredit classes. The facility, which will be leased by the college, is located at 1411 W. Main St. and is 27,570 square feet in size. It will be renovated by the owner, JMK5 Holdings. Construction will begin early in 2020 with an opening planned for the summer of 2020. The fall 2019 enrollment for COM was 4,702 students. SJC’s new 57-acre Generation Park Campus is opening this fall in northeast Houston, just off Beltway 8 at West Lake Houston Parkway. Initially it will offer general education courses, perfect for students looking to transfer to a fouryear university.

CCEF events raise $110,400

The Clear Creek Education Foundation raised $110,400 at two recent events. Its November gala raised $85,000

and Dine Out to Donate was a success with 53 local participating restaurants donating a combined total of $25,400 to the foundation. At each restaurant, diners voted for their Clear Creek ISD school of choice to receive up to $1,000 for school programs. The school with the highest participation overall was Ed White Elementary, who was awarded the traveling “Top Dog” trophy.

Spelling Bee queen named

The Clear Creek School District has crowned its new Spelling Bee Champion. Seabrook Intermediate sixth grader Alli DeVillier took home the first-place trophy after 17 tough rounds at the CCISD Spelling Bee Feb. 8. Out of 33 total elementary and intermediate students, DeVillier came out on top after spelling the words “rhubarb” and “audacious” correctly. “I worked really hard, so it feels amazing to win this,” DeVillier said. Roger Zhen, a fourth grader from Brookwood Elementary, came in second place. DeVillier now moves to the Houston Public Media Spelling Bee. In May 2020, its top two spellers will advance to the Scripps National Spelling Bee, the nation’s longstanding educational competition since 1925.

Starling first to lead Texas Law Review

Kenesha Starling, a UHCL alumna, began this school year at South Texas College of Law Houston as the first African-American to be named editor-in-chief of the prestigious South Texas Law Review. Membership to the South Texas Law Review is by invitation only, with stringent GPA and prerequisite course requirements. MARCH 2020 | Bay Area Houston Magazine

The Problem of Maturity By Michael W. Gos Enchanted Rock, Texas

f you spend any time at all in

Hill Country, you have probably been to Enchanted Rock. The main reason most of us go there is to enjoy the view and the cool breezes from the top, or to learn why it is called “enchanted.” But how many of us think about the geologic processes that formed it? Sure, Texas Parks and Wildlife has pamphlets and maps with brief explanations of the process, but for the most part, who cares? We came here to take in the beauty. It has always fascinated me, for instance, that the rock has two false tops before you get to the actual peak. Just when you think you are about to reach the top, a new rise comes into view.

“I wonder if we aren’t looking at the wrong traits in this quest for youth.” An optical illusion, I guess. But beyond that, I didn’t give the formation much thought. I was climbing the rock with my running buddy and his ten-year-old son. Being a city kid, as you might expect, the boy ran ahead of us, excited to be in this strange environment. Then he discovered his first mushroom rock. Like any kid, the first thing he had to do was to try to climb on top of it. But it was about eight feet tall. Unsuccessful, he moved on to another, smaller one, and this time he was able to climb up and sit on the cap. Flushed with success, his mind

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moved on to other things—why does this rock, and others like it, have such a funny shape? And like any kid that age, he asked me that question. My job was to formulate an answer. Being an exfoliation dome, Enchanted Rock peels off layers of “skin” like an onion. As that happens, sometimes boulders are left. Because the top of the boulder is of a harder substance than the sides, water and wind erode the sides, leaving the unusual shape. Of course, for a ten-year-old, that is too much information. I would have lost him on “exfoliation dome.” Yet such an intelligent question deserves an honest answer—well, semihonest anyway. The process of education is in reality, a process of lying. At the very least, we leave out important information. When we teach grade schoolers about the structure of the atom for example, we identify three particles for them: neutrons, protons and electrons. We consider others such as quarks and bosons to be inconsequential for our purposes, so we leave kids with a simplistic, not quite accurate explanation. My job was to answer the boy’s question truthfully, even if not fully, and to encourage such questioning in the future. I had him rub his hand along the surface on which he sat. I asked him how it felt. He replied that it was smooth and hard. Then I had him climb down and do the same on the side of the mushroom. His face lit up as he discovered little pieces of the rock coming off in his hand. I told him that, like his hand, the rain and wind take off small pieces. I knew he understood when he said “Then it will fall over some day.”

The main job of children is exploration and discovery. It is something they do naturally and

something they are very good at. The fact is, they can be encouraged in this process or discouraged by the adults in their world. Sure, the questioning can get annoying sometimes, especially the most common one, “why?” But the way we respond can be critical to the rational and creative development of the child. Unfortunately, it is a part of the human condition that as we get older, we tend to ask fewer questions. Maybe it is because as time goes on, we learn more and there are fewer things that puzzle us; but I suspect not. I think it is more a matter of changing our essence—of losing that inquisitive, discovery-oriented part of ourselves, of our human nature. That is sad; and we see the results of this change all around us. Most artists (whether in painting, writing, architecture or music) do their best work young. As kids, we are all artists. As we get older, we get less and less able to create, to come up with new and unique solutions to the problems around us. But this is true in all of life, not just the creative arts. When I think about some of our greatest accomplishments as a specie, I always think about the space program in the 1960s. No matter where you live in America, or even in the world, people recognize that our space program represents man at his best. While the Apollo 11 astronauts who made the first moon landing were 38 and 39 years old, did you know that the control crew of the Apollo 13 mission averaged just 29 years of age (McKie, The Guardian)? Do you remember how they were able to face every problem, every emergency, and immediately come up with a solution? I really wonder if a crew of 60-year-olds would have been able to match that performance. We see maturing as a process of giving up childish ways and we view people who keep those ways as somehow ab(sub)normal. But whether we are talking about artists or scientists, the best performances seem to come when we are young, before we completely jettison our natural-born abilities of children. I suppose there may be some cultural issues at work here as well. Other cultures tend to revere their elderly, to show them great respect and honor. But here, not so much. We tend to instead place increased value on youth. That in turn causes us to make a concerted effort to stay young, be it through diet, exercise or plastic surgery. This may not be a bad thing. With our emphasis on youth we have become a culture that stays young longer. But I wonder if we aren’t looking at the wrong traits in this quest for youth. Maybe if we paid as much attention to keeping our minds young as we do our bodies, great things could happen. The longer we can stay young in our minds, the longer we can hang on to those traits of discovery and creativity we had as children, the more productive we can be. I think we will be happier for it.

Clear Lake BAHEP lunch March 2. Patrick Jankowski, Greater Houston Partnership senior vice president, will discuss the “State of the Economy” at the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership luncheon Monday, March 2 at the Clear Lake Hilton. Town Hall March 5. Houston Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin will host a Town Hall Thursday, March 5 in Space Center Houston’s Special Events Building. All of his City Council District E residents are invited, as is Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner. CLASP meets March 5. The Clear Lake Area Senior Programs will feature two business owners discussing their experiences from 5:30 p.m.to 7, Thursday, March 5 in the UHCL Bayou Building Garden Room. Free and open to the public. CCISD Spring Break. The Clear Creek ISD will observe Spring Break March 9-13. Irish Folk Band March 11. Goitse, the premiere Irish folk band will perform its award-winning music Wednesday, March 11, at 7 p.m. in the UH-Clear Lake Bayou Theater. For tickets, visit www.uhcl.edu/ bayoutheater or call 2812833024. BAWNC meets March 19. Bay Area Welcome Neighbor Club will meet Thursday, March 19, at Bay Oaks Country Club at 10 a.m. Peggy Herrick, interior designer, will present ideas on how you can make small decorating changes to make a big difference. For luncheon reservations, call R. Richey at 832-607-9949 or email membership.bawnc@ gmail.com Ryan Sitton to speak. Railroad Commissioner Ryan Sitton will be the keynote speaker for the Clear Lake Area Chamber’s Wednesday,

March 25 luncheon, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bay Oaks Country Club. Registration is now open. Call the chamber for reservations, 281-4887676. Yard Sale March 28. Clear Lake City residents will hold a Community Wide Yard Sale Saturday, March 28, from 8 a.m. to noon, CLC Community Association gym parking lot, 16511 Diana Lane. Set up at 6:30 a.m.

Dickinson Hilarious farce March 6. Moon Over Buffalo opens at the Bay Area Harbour Playhouse, 3803 Highway 3, Friday, March 6 and plays through March 22 in the Topside Theatre with curtains at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sundays. For tickets, which are $17 for adults and $12 for seniors and students, call 281-337-7469 or visit www. harbourtheater.com

Friendswood State of the City March 3. Mayor Mike Foreman will deliver the keynote address at the Friendswood Chamber’s State of the City Luncheon Tuesday, March 3, at 11 a.m. at New Hope Church, 108 W. Edgewood Drive (FM 2351). For reservations, contact the chamber. Spring Break March 9. Friendswood ISD will observe Spring Break March 9-13.

Galveston Theatre benefit March 6. “For the Good of the Family,” a drama in two acts will be presented March 6, 7 and 14 at the Moody Mansion, 2618 Broadway, benefitting Casa of Galveston County. Tickets are $30. For ticket or sponsor information, visit www. casagalveston.org/play

Houston BayTran luncheon March 20. Harris County Commissioner

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Adrian Garcia will be the guest speaker at 11:30 a.m. Friday, March 20 for the Bay Area Houston Transportation Partnership luncheon at the Marriott Hotel at 9100 Gulf Freeway. For reservations, visit president@baytran.com

League City Chamber lunch March 4. The League City Chamber will host a Generational Differences Panel with Glenn Freedman as emcee and Dee Scott, Charles Pulliam, April Ciccarello, Pierr Castillo and Alexandra Phillips representing different age groups at its Wednesday, March 4 luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Civic Center, 400 W. Walker. CCISD spring break March 9. The Clear Creek ISD will observe spring break March 9-13. CCEF style show March 22. The Clear Creek Education Foundation will present its annual “I Love CCISD Fashion Show” at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, March 22, at Mercedes Benz of Clear Lake. For tickets, visit ccef@ccisd. net Chamber Expo March 26. The League City Regional Chamber will host a Health and Wellness Expo from 4 to 7 p.m., Thursday, March 26 at the Arolfo Civic Center, 400 Walker St. Dogs ‘n Divas April 1. Bay Area Turning Point’s Dogs ‘n Divas Fashion Show Luncheon will be held Wednesday, April 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at South Shore Harbour Resort, benefitting both the Turning Point and its Safe Paws Program. For tickets, visit www. dogsanddivas.org

Nassau Bay HSLBA meets March 11. Pianist Joseph Kim will present the program Wednesday, March 11 at 10 a.m. when the Houston Symphony League Bay

Area meets at St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church, 18300 Upper Bay Road. He is a senior at Clear Springs High and will be a freshman at Dartmouth in the fall. For information, visit marthadigges@yahoo. com Opening March 20. The Clear Creek Community Theatre, 18091 Upper Bay Road, will present Crimes of the Heart Friday, March 20 through Sunday, April 5 with curtains at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and at 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Call 281-3355228 for reservations or visit clearcreekcommunitytheatre. com

Pasadena Spring Break March 9. Pasadena ISD will observe Spring Break March 9-13. Drama opens March 20. The Tennessee Williams drama, The Glass Menagerie, opens at the Pasadena Little Theatre, 4318 Allen Genoa, on Friday, March 20 and plays through March 29 with curtains at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and at 2:30 Sundays. For tickets, which are $15 for adults and $12 for students and seniors, call 713-941-1758. Chamber lunch March 19. The Pasadena Chamber membership luncheon will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 19 at San Jacinto College’s new Petrochemical Center, 7901 Fairmont Parkway, across from the Pasadena Convention Center, with Sandler Training CEO Dave Mattson as speaker.

Pearland Spring Break March 9. Pearland ISD will observe Spring Break March 9-13. Lunch Bunch March 10. The Pearland Chamber Lunch Bunch will gather Tuesday, March 10 from noon to 1 p.m. at First Watch Kirby Commons, 11625 W. Broadway Blvd., Suite 105.

For information, contact Jere Gnader, 281-485-3634.

Seabrook Lucky Trails March 13. The 17th Annual Lucky Trails Event, sponsored by the City of Seabrook, will feature three days of races directed by Running Alliance Sport FridaySunday, March 13-15. For registration and detailed race information visit www. seabrookmarathon.org Charity Dinner April 2. Second Chance Pets will host its Tails to Remember Charity Dinner & Auction Thursday, April 2 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Lakewood Yacht Club. For sponsorships, reservations and information, visit www.secondchancepets. org

Webster Health Fair March 12. A free Health and Wellness Fair with over 60 healthcare vendors will be held Thursday, March 12, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Webster Civic Center, 311 Pennsylvania Ave. Attendees can consult with a variety of healthcare vendors, participate in screenings and exams, and gain awareness of new services, products and technologies. For information, contact Human Resources Coordinator Brandi Molina at 281.316.4145. Park Concert March 13. The City of Webster will host a Concert at the Park on Friday, March 13, with the 80’s and 90’s cover band, The Fuse, performing starting at 7 p.m. There will be vendors for the community to enjoy during the concert -- the perfect way to end Spring Break with the kids. Game Night March 13. Senior Game Night will be held Friday, March 13, at the Webster Recreation Center, 311 Pennsylvania Ave. from 6 to 9 p.m.