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By Kim Hogstrom For The Leader Houston offers some interesting dining experiences. In fact, food critics across the nation are beginning to define the city as a dining destination, helping promote Houston’s fast-growing “foodie tourism.�

In a city boiling over with culinary choices, one would think the most creative might be in Montrose or Downtown. Some are, but one of the coolest operates in a building shared by a Shell gas station on a dicey corner in the Heights. Sitting on the cutting edge of all things culinary, the Kipper Club Test Kitchen occupies a space that previously housed “Tippy’s Soul Food, Fried Chicken & More,� on Yale St. at Crosstimbers Ave. It is identified only by a small sign in a window, and nothing more. “Originally, we thought we would be trying recipes for our new restaurants there, and serving only our friends and others in the industry. It was a test kitchen for us. Then, when we opened it to the public in September of last year, the response was so great we just kept doing it,� said Kipper Club Manager, Dave Mayes.

The Kipper Club has taken pop-up meals to a new level. Some of the meals feature up-and-coming local chefs. Some are the work of high-profile talent from places such as Charleston or New Orleans. The only common denominator is creativity. One event was dedicated to Scottish poet Robert Burns, and the chefs prepared their own rendition of haggis, or sheep’s pluck, (which guests actually ate and enjoyed, Mayes said). Recently, several local chefs teamed up to serve a Seder feast including boiled eggs, lamb and schmaltz-whipped duchess potatoes. “We’ve recognized an opportunity to create a space that sheds light on the next generation of culinary talent in Houston--the people who are going to push food forward in the years ahead. It gives these chefs an opportunity to get valuable feedback, as well as recognition from the public. The Kipper Club Test Kitchen has become a kind of showcase for future talent,� said Mayes. “The club is so much fun. We normally seat about 40 people at a large, communal table. Guests are nearly sitting in the kitchen with the chefs while they prepare. Most of the meals are three to six or seven courses, and the chefs are available to answer questions. People seem to really enjoy it,� said Jennifer Wright, Public Relations Manager for Treadsack.

Prices for each meal vary, but guests can expect to pay between $65 and $120 per person, normally including complimentary alcohol. There are two seatings per night, sometimes more for brunches, and the price includes another cool complimentary feature – a shuttle bus from the Treadsack offices at 18th St. and N. Shepherd Dr. “I have only been to the Kipper Club once, but it was a true experience,� said Eva Kelly, a well-regarded, well-traveled, local foodie. Kelly says she is so into food, she is currently planning a trip to “eat her away across Vietnam.� “The entire Kipper Club event was edgy and cool. The food was unique and great, but my favorite part may have been the shuttle to a gas station. Altogether, it was an adventure from start to finish,� Kelly said.

So what is a “Treadsack� you may be asking? Treadsack is a Heights-based restaurant group that includes Down House, D&T Drive Inn, and publishes Sugar and Rice magazine. Additionally, the group is opening three new Heights restaurants in May: Hunky Dory at 719 W. 18th St.; Bernadines’s at the same address, and Foreign Correspondents at 4721 N. Main St. With the opening of Treadsack’s new restaurants, will the Kipper Club Test Kitchen have exceeded its life expectancy? “We’re not sure,� said Mayes. “We have been flexible about the club since the first day it opened. I suspect we will retain it in some capacity. We’ll just have to see.�

Leader Nibbles Have you had the food at Ladybird’s?

By Christina Martinez Christina@theleadernews.com If the answer is no, flock over as soon you can. The food menu comes from their partnering with Southern Goods, a new Heights project from Cottonwood/Liberty Station owner Charles Bishop and Chef Lyle Bento. The food truck menu has five classics: PiBento Burger, Wing King, Taco Night Tacos, Seafood Pancake and Bone in Fish Tacos. The Taco Night Tacos are old school crispy beef tacos and the wings are traditional

sauced wings, and they are generous with the tangy hot sauce. The Taco Night Tacos and Wings are the perfect pair to share over Ladybird’s $3 craft beer pull. Chef Lyle Bento will leave you fighting over the last taco at Ladybird’s - that’s if you’re nice enough to share. Ladybirds is located at 5519 Allen St. Lunch at GrindHouse If you’re looking for a new lunch spot in the ‘hood, GrindHouse has four sandwiches under $5. GrindHouse is located at 5403 N Shepherd Dr.

Photo by Betsy Denson Heechan Chae waits for a young customer to make her selection. GrindHouse serves coffee, tea and pastries as well as lunch items.

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By Betsy Denson betsy@theleadernews.com If you’ve only been open for seven weeks and you already have regulars then you must be doing something right. That’s the case with GrindHouse, at 5403 N Shepherd Dr., which serves up coffee and more right by St. Pius X High School. “We’ve gotten a lot of support from the surrounding neighborhood,� said Tony Buono, who is partnering in the venture with Patrick Villarreal and Villarreal’s son Jonathan. “The St. Pius kids come in the morning and the afternoon for frappes, smoothies, and ice coffees.�

Nearby offices and businesses are also taking note of their new neighbor.

The GrindHouse building on a corner lot which used to be Chirps Chicken and Rice was purchased a little over three years ago by Villarreal. Buono and Villarreal got the idea for the coffee house through their work on another venture in San Antonio. Tossing names back and forth in the car on one of their trips, they settled on GrindHouse, which refers to the obvious way coffee is made.

They later found out that the name also refers to a two film feature by Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez so there’s now a movie poster in the shop as homage.

Buono envisions their GrindHouse as the nonStarbucks version of a neighborhood coffee house, which in this case not only serves donuts and pastries but also lunch items, including a knock your socks off Cuban sandwich.

Cuban sandwich? Buono originally lived in Tampa, FL before he came to Houston for the “thriving� business culture. “People know about the Cuban sandwich in Miami, but people in Tampa made it what it is now,� he said, noting that he roasts the pork in house.

Buono said that whenever possible, they buy local.

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GrindHouse is open Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 5:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Currently they are closed on Sundays.

Buono finally has his restaurant signage on the front of the building and is still making his way through the permitting process to get his pole sign in place. “It’s an easement issue

of pre-mixes. A favorite for the younger set is the gummy worm donut where the worm emerges from the hole. “It was my kids’ idea,� said Buono.

With a background in restaurant management – Buono jokes that he was the grunt – he is a hands on partner in the business. In addition to Jonathan Villarreal, Buono’s cousins Heechan Chae and Eugene Chae are also on staff. Buono experiments with the food and then teaches the others how to prepare it.

The GrindHouse menu is still a work in progress which explains why they don’t have a printed version yet. Icecream might be an addition down the road. “Once we get the basics done, we’ll up the level of difficulty,� said Buono. “First impressions are a lot and I want to make sure we’re doing everything right.�

He notes that customer service is a big part of that. “I want us to talk to the customers and find out about them and what they want,� he said. GrindHouse also gives a 10% discount to law

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While the Shepherd location is the first GrindHouse, Buono hopes to open more in the future.

But first he wants to make sure the flagship location is the best it can be. “We want to be a place that people feel comfortable in, and want to come back to,� he said. “We want to be the spot.�

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Rachel Hitteman

Photos by Christina Martinez Hitteman was asked the question “If you could make one cocktail, one drink, what would it be? What’s your signature?� and Hitteman’s submission is the White Oak War Horse. This is made with rye whiskey, simple syrup, fresh lemon juice and finished with ginger beer.

Mixing drinks and sharing conversation at Onion Creek Bar

By Christina Martinez christina@theleadernews.com Rachel Hitteman thinks women are some of the most influential leaders in the bartending industry today and says she’s adding her touch one whiskey drink at a time.

Hitteman says her specialty is consistency and if she isn’t at school learning organic chemistry reactions, you can find her behind the bar at Onion Creek.

Born and raised on Houston’s west side, Hitteman first joined the industry at the age of 16, while working during the summer in her high school years. She gained her first bartending job just a few years later at the age of 19, working to put herself through college at the University of San Antonio. A love for the industry is what Hitteman said has kept her going from those early days in high school on into her late 20s now.

While in San Antonio, Hitteman studied political science and went on to take a job in the corporate world, leaving the industry scene behind. It wasn’t long after joining her new position that Hitteman said the corporate world shoe just didn’t fit. “I actually missed bartending, so I started bartending again while I was still working in the corporate world,� Hit-

teman said. “Just one or two nights a week. Eventually I just decided that I didn’t like my job and I enjoyed bartending so much more that I decided to quit.�

Now back in school for her second degree, Hitteman is taking a more scientific approach to her studies and is currently studying petroleum engineering. Science is something Hitteman said she enjoys, specifically organic chemistry, and these studies help her in understanding mixology and how and why things work the way they do.

Brewing her own beer is even a goal down the road and classes like organic chemistry will help her achieve that goal, she said.

Hitteman isn’t sure if petroleum engineering will be the degree she walks the stage for.

She’s considered a degree in chemical engineering as well, reasoning that she doesn’t like the fact the petroleum industry won’t last forever.

Something that will last forever, is her love for the bartending industry and the gratification she receives from social interaction. That gratification is why Hitteman decided a year ago that she needed to get out of her corporate world cubicle and back behind the bar and back into her studies. “I’m a very social person,

I love to talk to people,� Hitteman said. “I love when someone comes up and is super friendly, asking questions and is interactive. I feel if I’m actually working in the field

I love when someone comes up and is super friendly, asking questions and is interactive. for engineering it’ll be more personal and not siting in a closed office all day.�

After Hitteman quit her job a year ago, she found a familiar face at Onion Creek who she had worked with previously and who was currently in search of a bartender.

All while hitting the books for her second degree, Hitteman is leaving her mark on the Onion Creek drink menu.

Whiskey is her spirit of choice and on the drink menu you will find her signature drink: White Oak War Horse. “For this cocktail we use a rye whiskey from Yellow Rose, which is distilled down the street from here,� Hitteman said. “Add lemon, simple syrup, shake it, strain it and pour it over ice and finish with

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The White Oak War Horse is something Hitteman said she has been making for herself and for customers who would come in and ask for something whiskey based, but light and refreshing. This drink is Hitteman’s take on a lynchburg lemonade, which is usually made with Jack Daniels and lemonade.

In just a few weeks, Hitteman will be getting creative behind the bar with Yellow Rose distilling in their Thur Mix A Lot mixologist competition. Eight area bartenders are competing in the competition. One bartender competes once a week on Thursday (the first started on April 2) and Hitteman will be the final bartender competing on May 21.

You can catch her competing at Yellow Rose, located at 1224 N. Post Oak Dr. #100 from 4-7 p.m.

Whether she’s competing in mixologist competitions or testing out new concoctions at home, Hitteman said this will be a career for her. She just moved into the area and loves the small town feel here in the Heights and said she can’t wait for you to come sit out on the patio and try one of her White Oak War Horses.

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A little love & Donuts Heights Donut shop opens doors, receives outpouring of positive response from area

By Christina Martinez Christina@theleadernews.com

When co-owner and partner of Hugs & Donuts, Matt Opaleski, was asked about the menu at Hugs & Donuts he quickly laughed and stopped the question to say “we’re just getting started.

We’re really just getting started.”

Just getting started is exactly what owners Jason Hill and Matt Opaleski are up to at their newly opened doughnut shop in the Heights at 1901 N. Shepherd Dr. You might recognize the two names from their food truck partnership in H-town StrEATs and their recent seasonal fried chicken project, The Birdhouse, where they won the 2015 Indie Maker Award from Pop Shop America.

The two have closed the chicken coop, at least for now, and are focused on gourmet donuts and acclimating to their new home on Shepherd. If you asked Opaleski what the plan was, he’d tell you donuts was never the main plan.

“This is just a progression from where we were with the truck,” Opaleski said. “The truck got us here. A donut shop was never the plan, but moving in and breaking water was the main plan. This seemed like the best place for a donut shop.”

When Hill and Opaleski started the food truck, they tried pastries, but the pastries weren’t well received. Opaleski’s background is as a pastry chef and he said when the pastries didn’t do well, he stepped aside and learned the trade of the truck.

“Now it’s my chance again,” Opaleski said.

Now that you can find Opaleski in one spot every day, the team has had quite a success story so far. The donut shop sells out before closing on most days and Opaleski said they are temporar-

Contributed photo Co-owner Matt Opaleski preparing his donuts for their toppings.

ily intentionally doing this so they can get their numbers and production system right.

“I get here about a quarter to three and I just start knocking out donuts,” Opaleski said. “As far as how many, we kind of intentionally try to run out. Just so we aren’t throwing out a whole bunch of donuts at the end of the night. I would say we’re doing about 800 donuts a day right now, which is almost maxed out with the space we have.”

Looking into the doughnut case, you’ll see something new and something different. Opaleski said they can’t compete with Shipley’s Donuts, so they aren’t. The donut shop’s best sellers have been the Lemon Meringue, Strawberry Short Cake and Opaleski’s favorite, the Boston Cream.

The donut shop isn’t pulling a marketing ploy to get you there early for the coveted kolaches or to pull you out of bed sooner rather than later; rather the shop is still getting their feet wet and learning their process. Opaleski thinks everyone should come in because they deserve a hug and a donut.

Reagan HS Art Car wins Mayor’s Cup during annual parade

By Betsy Denson betsy@theleadernews.com For the Art Car Class students at Reagan High School who created the Jimi Hendrix inspired “Electric Ladyland” car for this year’s parade, the experience was incredible - and profitable. The team, led by Art Car teacher Rebecca Bass and visiting artist Johnny Rojas, won the top prize at this year’s Art Car Parade out of 259 entries from artists around the world . The Mayor’s Cup comes with a grand trophy and $2,000.

Bass, who was hired by Reagan Principal Connie Berger to be Reagan’s Art Car teacher this spring, said that the kids had a fantastic time.

“I think their favorite part was working really hard on their gorgeous car and then people loving it in the Sneak Peek at Discovery Green and all the incredible applause and accolades in the parade,” said Bass. The day of the parade Reagan Junior Juan Sanchez did indeed play electric Contributed photo guitar in the back of the car.

The winning art car from this year’s parade ‘Elec“Juan played his heart out the entire parade,” tric Ladyland’ from Reagan High School. said Bass.

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For The Leader Next stop for Cigna Sunday Streets is the Heights.

On Sunday, April 26, all traffic on 19th Street between Heights Boulevard to Shepherd Street will be re-routed to make way for Heights residents and businesses to enjoy the community and one another through activities - walking, running, dancing, skating, cycling and more - in the street. Cigna will have its Mobile Learning Lab, including interactive, computer-based stations featuring activities focused on healthy habits, nutrition and exercise.

Part bike tour, part walking tour, part block party, Cigna Sunday Streets was created to promote and improve the health of Houstonians and offers new economic opportunities for neighborhood commercial districts. “Cigna Sunday Streets is a family-friendly opportunity for residents to get outside and enjoy physical activity, socialize with neighbors and enjoy art and performances,� said Mayor Annise D. Parker. “The pilot program, initiated in 2014, was such a success.

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With an estimated attendance of up to 20,000 people throughout the day, Cigna Sunday Streets aligns with Mayor Annise Parker’s Go Healthy Houston initiative which promotes programs, policies and actions designed to decrease or prevent obesity and chronic diseases by increasing access to healthy food and opportunities to be physically active. “At Cigna we believe creating a healthy Houston starts with the entire community working together to support programs that help peo-

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Hogg’s ‘Learn Local’ would also like to give a special thank you to Fulton Broemer from Broemer & Associates who donated $500 to the Hogg M.S. Science Department for an upcoming 7th grade field trip and for the supplies that were used during the clean-up.

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Waltrip principal leaving at end of school year

By Jonathan Garris jgarris@theleadernews.com After two years heading up Waltrip High School as its principal, Andria Schur will be departing at the end of the school year.

Schur has been a high school principal for five years and previously spent three years at Barbara Jordan High School.

She accepted a position as a curriculum director with a charter school on the south side of Dallas, TX. When it came to moving on from Waltrip, Schur said it was a “tough decision,” but one necessitated by the needs of her family.

“It will allow me to spend more time with my children and also continue my career in education,” Schur said.

Currently, the school is beginning its process of interviewing for a replacement. Schur said the school has an interview committee with members pulled from both the school and the community to determine who to hire.

Looking back on her time at Waltrip, Schur cited the growth

among instruction and programming and the school’s subsequent recognition in those areas as something she has been particularly happy with.

“For many years our icon has been our band program, but now all of our programs, including robotics, and athletics are beginning to excel as well,” Schur said. “Our AP enrollment is going up, our behavior issues have gone down and we’ve built a STEP program so we can focus on chang- Waltrip Principal Andria Schur. ing student behaviors with activities like reading to younger elementary students.”

Schur said she spoke with faculty about two weeks ago and

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“It was certainly an emotional decision for each group,” Schur said. “I have confidence in the team we have. It’s not about me in my one role, as we really have built a team around student success.”

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The calendar.

LEGIONNAIRES STEAK NITE American Legion Post 560 Come by for a great meal at the American Legion Post 560, 3720 Alba. Steak dinners will be served April 17, from 6 p.m. until sold out. Entertainment will be Ron and Reta Rebstock. Information: 713-682-9287, www.americanlegionpost560.org.

bers, and care-givers. Meetings are held at Oaks Christian Church, 1216 Bethlehem, 77092. Information: estonbdialysis@gmail.com, 713-252-0666.

HEIGHTS KIDS’ DAY OF MUSIC Love Park The Heights Kids’ Day of Music is all about bringing local music to the Heights community families. This free event will be held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 18, at Love Park, 1000 W. 12th St. There will be a main stage with performances every 40 minutes.

Information: hkdmhtown@gmail. com, www.heightskidsdayofmusic.com.

APRIL EVENTS AT YMCA M.D. Anderson Family YMCA The M.D. Anderson Family YMCA, 705 Calvacade, is offering member rates on their programs.

Join between April 20 and April 30 and save up to $125. Call 713-697-0648 or email amber. humphrey@ymcahouston.org for information.

Healthy Kids Day will be from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 25. Bring the family to this fun celebration and summer program registration and enjoy games, raffles and more. Call 713-697-0648 or email margaret.solis@ymcahouston.org for information.

DIALYSIS SUPPORT GROUP Oaks Christian Church The Houston Dialysis Patient Peer Support Group meets at 3 p.m. April 19, and meets the third Thursday of every month. The support group is free and open to all dialysis patients, family mem-

MOVIE IN THE PARK Leather Apron Foundation The Leather Apron Foundation is hosting a Movie in the Park at Durham Elementary School in the field next door to Shepherd Park on April 25. The movie “Big Hero 6,� a Walt Disney animated

From the Pews.

Grace UMC hosts ‘Chalk It Up!’ Grace United Methodist Church, 1245 Heights Blvd., is hosting Chalk It Up! a family sidewalk art event, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 18. Proceeds benefit Special Cheers autism programs.

Call 713-862-8883 or visit www.graceintheheights.org for information.

Greater Mt. Zion celebrates 120 years Greater Mt. Zion, 835 W. 23rd St., was founded on April 15, 1895.

The Black And Gold Banquet is 6:30 p.m. April 18, at the Sheraton Brookhollow Hotel, 3000 North Loop W. Fwy. Culmination of 120th Anniversary, Family and Friends Day is April 26.

Call 713-862-3323 or 713598-4349 for information.

Tacos served at All Saints The Guadalupanas of All Saints Catholic Church, 215 E. 10th St., will sponsor a breakfast taco and taco dinner April 26, in the parish hall to benefit Cecilia Garcia. Breakfast tacos will be served after each Mass, and taco dinners will be served beginning at 11 a.m. and consist of ground beef tacos, rice and beans.

Call 713-864-2653 or www. allsaintsheights.com for information.

Guest speaker at First Church Heights Dr. Kenneth G. Hanna will be the guest speaker at First Church Heights this Sunday April 19. Dr. Hanna is Senior Professor of Bible Exposition and Director Emeritus of the Houston Extension.

First Church Heights is

located at 201 E. 9th St. Service begins at 10:30 a.m. Call 713-61-3102 or visit www.fbcheights.org for information.

Spring activities at Third Age Learning Center Third Age Learning Center, located on the campus of All Saints Catholic Church, 215 E. 10th St., is offering a variety of spring activities.

TALC will host AARP’s Driver Safety Course April 17.

For AARP members, the fee is $20. This course is for insurance discount only, not traffic violations.

A new gardening class will be offered April 21 and 28.

Call 713-248-1277 for time and location.

For information or lunch reservations, call 713-2481277.

St. Ambrose holds annual bazaar St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 4213 Mangum Rd., will hold their annual church bazaar, from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

April 26. This year’s theme is “Bridging our Community.�

Yelba “Latin Fire Band� will perform.

Call 713-686-3497 or visit www.stambrosehouston.org for information.

Cinco de Mayo Golf Tournament benefits St. Stephen’s ministry The annual Bill Hardwick Memorial Cinco de Mayo Golf Tournament will be held May 2, at Pine Crest Golf Club, 3080 Gessner. Registration forms are available at www. stsumc.org and through the church office. All profits will benefit the ministries at St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church.

action/comedy, rated PG, will be shown. The event is free. Food Trucks are scheduled to be on site to sell dinner and snacks beginning at 6:30 p.m. No alcohol is allowed.

MISSING IN HARRIS COUNTY Community of Faith Church Missing in Harris County Day is April 25, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at The Community of Faith Church, 1024 Pinemont. The event is co-hosted

by HCSO, HPD, and the Institute of Forensic Sciences. It is open to the community with children’s activities, food, and a classic rock band.

raffle and silent auction. The cost is $150 for individual, free lunch and dinner, two mulligans, and shared golf cart. Information: 713-823-1025, reagangolf4scholarships@gmail.com.

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Boy Scout Troop 604 will hold a garage sale May 2, at the Scout House to raise funds for summer camp.

St. Stephen’s UMC is located at 2003 W. 43rd St. For information, call 713-686-8241 or visit www.stsumc.org.

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One driving force behind this trend, besides the recession, is dependence on the Internet. Pet owners often look online first if their pet is ill. This delay means pets are far worse off when they finally get to the vet, therefore costs are much greater, some cannot be saved and euthanasia rates are up significantly.

Although reliable Internet sites can provide knowledge they can not deliver know-how, experience or action for quick and proper treatment. Soon, it will be puppy parvovirus season again. Thousands of the cutest puppies will die needlessly as they do every spring. This killer disease is easily prevented with basic vaccines. With increasing mosquitoes, thousands of cats and dogs will acquire heartworms despite available prescription preventatives.

All pets deserve at least an annual veterinary exam and consultation on their individual basic health care needs. To understand optimal preventative healthcare for your pet visit: www.pethealthpartnership.org. If your pet is ill, do not delay. Make an appointment and then research online.

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Procedures can be performed with incredible precision, oftentimes using minimal local anesthesia and having hastened healing times.

Types of dental treatments lasers can be used in include: periodontal treatments to destroy disease causing bacteria, treatment of infections during root canal procedures, biopsies of suspicious areas for cancer screenings, alleviation of discomfort associated with canker sores or cold sores, and recontouring of the gingiva for esthetics in patients with a “gummy smile.�

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Words, so innocent and powerless as they are, as standing in a dictionary, how potent for good and evil they become in the hands of one who knows how to combine them.� - Nathaniel Hawthorne

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Words are a poor substitute for reality. When we are ravenously hungry, the word ‘cheesecake’ doesn’t do nearly as well as the real thing. Likewise in the spiritual realm, there are experiences of the divine which can’t be adequately conveyed in words. The sun coming up over a calm ocean can fill us with such awe for God’s creation that only a fool would try to put this experience into words, though fools will rush in where angels fear to tread. The power and immensity of nature often fills us with feelings and insights which are ineffable, though something in us always struggles to express the experience. There can also be times when an act of kindness or forgiveness is so morally beautiful that we are moved to tears and simply can’t convey how much it means to us. The most important things in life, such as love and kindness, aren’t about fancy words or how well we express ourselves, although of course we can be kind and loving or cruel and hateful with our words as well as our actions. So, we should choose our words carefully, and remember, sometimes the kindest words are those which are left unsaid. - Christopher Simon

Sunday School 9:30 AM Morning Worship10:45 AM

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GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN CHURCH 4040 Watonga • 713-688-5227 Reverend John Cain, Pastor Worship Services 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Sunday School & Bible Classes 9:15 a.m.

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Hear The Gospel - Mark 16:15; Roman 10: 14-17 Believe The Gospel - John 8:24; Hebrews 11:6 Repent - Luke 17:3-5; Acts 17:30 Confess - Mathew 10:32; Romans 10:9-10 Be Baptized - Mark 16:16; Acts 2:38; 22:16; Col 2:11-13 Live Faithfully Till Death - John 8:31; Revelation 2:10; Hebrew 10:23 The Norhill Church of Christ is a non-denominational church located in the near north side of Houston in the inner loop 77009 area.

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GOLF TOURNAMENT FOR SCHOLARSHIPS John H. Reagan High School The John H. Reagan Gold Tournament for Scholarships will begin with a Shotgun Start at noon, April 27, at Hearthstone Country Club, 7615 Ameswood.

The putting contest begins at 10 a.m. Other contests include $10,000 Hole-In-One, Closest to the Pin, Straightest Drive. There will will door prizes, goodie bags, free golf club for every player,

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PEST CONTROL MANNA - DONATIONS AND VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Your neighborhood thrift store appreciates any and all donations. We can arrange pickup for large items or large donations. Call 713-686-6440 or donate at 1806 W. 43rd St. Thank you. (TF)

GaraGe Sale

Missions Yard sale lazybrook Baptist Church 1822 W. 18th st. sat april 18 8aM-noon

Saturday April 18th 8am - 3pm 25 Homes

Furniture, electronics, women, children, baby clothing & shoes, toys, household & seasonal items

GARAGE SALE: 5034 Oak Shadows, Friday/Saturday, April 17-18. Antiques, tables, phone tables, fireplace mantle, etc.

ESTATE SALE: 1814 Sea Queen, Lazybrook, FridaySaturday, April 17-18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Furniture, appliances, baby items, china, antique rocking chairs, figurines, sewing machine and more.

Yorkwood Subdivision, Langfield & Pinegrove. Furniture, kids, kitchen, household, tools, yard.

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GaraGe Sale Alabanson, Bayou Forest, Little York Saturday 8:00am

ESTATE SALE: Vintage items. Lots of houseware, glassware and cutlery. 943 W. 31st St. Saturday, April 18, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

For Sale 5' 9" Young Chang Grand Piano - Black

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AUTOS & TRUCKS

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1982 HONDA CX 500 TURBO charged motorcycle, $3,500 obo. 832-499-0457.

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CHARMING VENUE FOR YOUR NEXT GATHERING: Houston Heights Woman’s Club’s Historic Bungalow, perfect for small events.

Recitals, luncheons, fundraisers - events up to 100 people. Grand piano, stage, round tables, small catering kitchen. Call Lizz Martin, 281-217-6070, regarding this Heights landmark.

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FOR SALE

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2002 TOYOTA CAMRY LXS: Four-door, excellent condition, air/heat, new tires, very clean. $3,500.

713-560-7470. (5-2)

WE BUY/SELL GUNS: Top cash paid. FFL concealed handgun classes. 713-6944867. (TF)

BOATS/RVS CYCLES

BLUE MOON ANTIQUES: Antiques and collectibles.

Providing estate sale services. 3311 Ella. 832-286-7882. www.bluemoonantiqueshouston.com. Like us on www.facebook.com/bluemoonantiqueshoustontx.

2009 HARLEY DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE: Burgundy color, mint condition, low miles, current tags, new tires. $6,000. 713-201-9999.

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“He who has something to sell and whispers it into a well, is not as apt to get the dollars as he who stands up tall and hollers.� Advertise!

WANT TO BUY TOP CASH PAID FOR YOUR GUNS: FFL concealed handgun classes. 713-694-4867.

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DELIVERY DRIVERS NEEDED: Part-time. Retirees and housewives welcome. Must own vehicle/be familiar with Houston area.

713-628-1385. (5-9)

PERMANENT PART TIME OFFICE HELP NEEdEd

Knowledge of Excel, word, plotter, some knowledge of Quickbooks.

Office duties would include running blueprints, filing, sending bids, arranging bills to be paid, answer phones, general office duties.

Bilingual a plus but not necessary. Hours 9am-3pm Monday-Thursday Fax resume to 713-869-3533 or email 7138693533@hotmail.com

Reputable Houston plumbing company has an immediate opening for Texas Licensed Plumber.

Must have own personal tools and a clean driving record. Drug test and Background screening required for employment.

Residential / Light Commercial / Remodel Service Work Company offers: • Competitive compensation • Medical insurance Dental insurance • Supplemental insurance • Paid holidays/vacation

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strong leading Maintenance technician to manage 2 small communities in The Heights area for 2 rehabs. Is that you? Must have experience in electrical, plumbing and HVAC certification. Must have your own tools. Great pay and overtime paid on after hour calls.

Please send your resume to tragsdale@proquestliving.com.

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Johnny & Rhea Danna, Owners RETAIL CENTER www.thefoamstore.com WHOLESALE PRICES

713-682-6801

Must have applicators license for growing company. Start at $42,000 per year appy at gmagallan@mosquitojoe.com

BUS DRIVERS NEEDED FOR CHURCH SHUTTLE: Approximately six hours a week. Must have CDL and passenger endorsement.

Call 713-681-3600. (TF)

FAIR PRICES ON CARPET/ FLOORING SALES, INSTALLATION AND REPAIR: Thirty-five years experience.

Carpet, hardwoods, vinyl, ceramic tile. Carpet shampoo and restretch carpet.

Dry cleaning now available.

713-582-5500. (TF)

MECHANIC WITH EXPERIENCE on Econoline vans needed. Experience with A/C, alternators, brakes and suspension. Tools required.

Salary commensurate with experience. 713-681-3600.

(TF)

PETS & LIVESTOCK

DRIVERS/OWNER OPS: Local work. Home daily, benefits. CDL-A, one year experience, great driving record. Sunsetlogistics. com. 281-693-4587 or 888215-4285. (4-18)

FOUR MALE DOGS NEED GOOD HOMES: Small Jack Russell/Chihuahua mix. Two neutered, two not. Call for more info, 832-894-3290.

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Congratulations on a great They’re going to state Eagles claim seventh top-four golf finish of Spartan soccer season the year, on to second state title chase For The Leader Ryan Baker ‘15 shot 72 to take individual medalist and lead St. Thomas to the TAPPS 5A District 3 championship by eight shots at River Pointe Golf Club in Sugar Land.

The state’s no. 1 ranked 5A private school team totaled 294, with Curtis Brady ‘16 carding a 73, Henry Fisher ‘16 74, and Clay McCrory ‘15 (Lamar University) and Henry Suman ‘17 adding rounds of 75.

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The Spartans faced off against the Palestine High School Wildcats April 10 by a score of 1-0.

The score represents a departure from previous games in which Scarborough defeated Navasota by a score of 4-3, an overtime win over El Campo and a 3-0 shutout over El Campo. The playoff loss was the fourth shutout loss for the Spartans this year, with the last occurring against Jeff Davis High School Jan. 20.

With the win, Palestine improved to 25-1, however the Wildcats would go on to lose the following game against Center by a score of 2-0 April 11.

Scarborough High School hires new football coach

By Jonathan Garris jgarris@theleadernews.com Newly appointed Scarborough High School Football Coach Keith Alex says he is very excited to begin his first head coaching job.

“I”m really excited about the potential here at this school,” Alex said. “I’m looking to bring a different kind of football at a much higher level here.”

Basketball coach and athletic director Martin Wall said the school was impressed with Alex’s background and looks forward to bringing him on board.

“We had a few people here who were familiar with him and he said all the right things about how to build a program and increase participation,” Wall said.

One of the advantages Alex brings to the program is that he is already working on build-

ing relationships with administrators and students.

“He shows up every day at around 2 p.m. or so and he’s already working hard,” Wall said.

“He’s also volunteering to help with track & field after school. We’re hoping he will help kick start the program.”

Alex originally played at Texas A&M University from 1987 to 1992 and later played on the Atlanta Falcons from 1992 to 1997. He previously served as Offensive Coordinator at Booker T. Washington High School and was also a special education teacher.

“I played in the NFL on and off, but in the end I received three officially credited seasons,” Alex said.

Alex said he was excited about the energy level among the students and administrators.

“I’d definitely like to have the community’s support in rooting for these kids,” Alex said.

day. His short game was excellent and he finished strong after an exciting start. The team overall was motivated and determined, played with patience and discipline. That’s the kind of team chemistry you hope to see as we enter the most important section of the season.”

The Eagles claimed their seventh top-four finish of the year and now direct their aim on a second state title since 2012, beginning with the regional tournament at Silverhorn Golf Club in San Antonio beginning April 20, followed by the state competition the following week at Wildflower Golf Club in Temple.

St. Pius X

Houston Texans Linebacker Mohamed speaks at SPX For The Leader Houston Texans linebacker Mike Mohamed was recently a guest speaker at St. Pius X High School, as part of the School’s Climate of Character initiative.

SPX’s Climate of Character program defines clear standards of behavior for all of our community members, and allows students to learn positive character traits that can be taken out into the broader community.

Mohamed talked to the St. Pius X student body about the importance of perseverance

and having personal goals. He also stressed how important it was to have an education.

Mohamed grew up Catholic and remains steadfast in his faith. In 2014, he was an important part of the Texans defense appearing in 14 games and racking up 67 tackles with his first career interception.

At the conclusion of the presentation and Q&A session, seniors from the SPX football team presented Mohamed with a personalized Panther football jersey donated by Barcelona Sports and Mr. Hernando Portela.

Contributed photo Houston Texans linebacker Mike Mohamed (third from right) meets with St. Pius X High School students

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Art Valet

By Mitch Cohen

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All Saints Catholic Church displays 100 year anniversary addition of saints

Photos by Mitch Cohen The Blessed Trinity Icon available for viewing at All Saints Catholic Church at 215 E. 10th Street.

I found a great reason for you to go to church this week.

To be more specific, All Saints Catholic Church, and I won’t take any hemming and hawing either.

Beginning 2 p.m. Sunday, All Saints Catholic Church at 215 E. 10 St., will open their doors for tours of their recent 100 Year Anniversary addition of twelve icons on display.

The first cornerstone at All Saints was laid in 1909, and the church has grown with its surrounding community since then. The church itself is unique in Houston, not only for the Gothic style cathedral, but also for the interior faux painted marble columns, stencils and gold starred ceiling.

All of that and the amazing stained glass windows should be enough to get you to have a look, but there is more. The church has 12 icons of modern Saints, a true rarity anywhere.

An icon is a flat panel painting of Jesus, Mary, along with saints and angels. All Saints chose modern saints, in keeping with the times, and all of the saints but one were canonized by Pope John Paul II. That means the church declared that person a saint when they were alive. Mother Teresa for example is among the twelve icons.

As the 100th Anniversary approached, Brother Robert Lentz, a Franciscan friar was brought in to oversee the redecoration of the church in 2006. Lentz is world renowned for his icons. An iconographer is a theologian as much as he is an artist, and the message is brought through the icons themselves.

What I found to be most fas-

a Nazi prison camp uniform draped over his arm. Kolbe was arrested at his Polish monastery for publishing anti-Nazi material and protecting Jews.

He conducted Mass and heard confessions as a prisoner (secretly) in Auschwitz, where he was killed.

Directly behind the altar is the Blessed Trinity icon which

is ten feet tall and eight feet wide. Standing underneath this masterpiece is amazing. A really cool fact here is that Lentz painted a facial trait from each of the board members of the church into the angel’s faces that border God and Jesus. Also, Jesus is depicted young, without a beard as was popular before the 4th century. On each side of the Trinity are the twelve icons.

On the tour, each of these Saints and the amazing things they did while living are explained, as well as the meaning behind the colors chosen, why they are two dimensional and the symbolism found in each. It really is like a guided art opening. For those of you wondering, the saints are: St Andrew Dung-Lac, St Josephine Bakhita, Mother Teresa of Calcutta, St Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin, St Martin de Porres, St Pio of Pietrelcina, St Pedro Betancur, St Toribio Romo, St Edith Stein, St Maximilian Kolbe, St Katharine Drexel and St Faustina Kowalska.

As an artist, I love finding hidden items, and meaning in a painting, and that is really what icons are all about, windows to heaven. There are many rules about painting icons, and as you’ll hear in the tour, Brother Robert Lentz is a master. Take

time out to see this amazing treasure. This should be a must see for any visitor or Houstonian alike.

The tours are scheduled to begin Sunday, April 19 at 2 p.m. and then Saturday May 16, coinciding with the Taste of the Heights festival 6:30 - 9 p.m. Sun., May 1 at 2 p.m.

And then every third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. All

Saints is located at 215 E. 10 St. Houston, Texas 77008. For more information about the tours contact Bonnie Sheeren 832-428-4104, and visit the website allsaintsheights.com/ icons Cohen is the founder and manager of First Saturday Arts Market. Contact him at ArtValet@ gmail.com or visit him on the web atArtValet.com.

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Father Clint Ressler to take up new position in Texas City

By Jonathan Garris jgarris@theleadernews.com A major figure in the faith community in The Leader area will be saying farewell to many in his congregation in the next few weeks.

Father Clint Ressler of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church said he will be transferring to Texas City at St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal and his first day will be April 28. While the pastor said he will continue to maintain relationships with his soon-to-be former church and others in the community, leaving his church of eight years is a bittersweet farewell.

“There is certainly some optimism about going [to Texas City] and what kind of community I will find,”

Ressler said. “Right now the focus emotionally is preparing to say goodbye to a community I have felt very much welcomed by.”

Ressler worked with numerous organizations throughout the Houston area, including working with the Houston Texans and St. Pius X High School to name a few. While he said his new home in Texas City would likely not change his relationship with the Texans, it will be a bit tough to move on after nearly eight years in the area.

“On the one hand, I think humility would be saying you don’t spend a whole lot of time dwelling on things I take pride in or think about accomplishments,” Ressler said. “But at the same time I take some

consolation in feeling like the community has invested itself in concrete action for the poor and has committed itself to personal, spiritual growth.”

Ressler also stressed he would still be attending the upcoming Spring Festival and other events on his calendar in the immediate future and will be returning to the neighborhood periodically. He also hopes the parish community will welcome and embrace the new pastor who will be selected soon.

“The temptation sometimes is to compare the new guy to the old guy, but my hope is to see him and give him a chance to fall in love with St. Rose of Lima and the community the same way I have,” Ressler said.

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By Kim Hogstrom For The Leader During the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Houstonians by the thousands break out their boots, hats, and brush up on their two-step. However, the old country dance halls offering classic western line dancing are harder to find than hen’s teeth these days. That is to say, unless you know where to look.

Located on Hempstead Highway just west of Northwest Mall is one of the most noted country western dance halls in Texas. The Esquire Ballroom opened in 1955, and everyone who was anyone in C&W music performed there.

Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Charlie Pride, Waylon Jennings, and Tammy Wynette appeared there. Loretta Lynn waited tables at the Esquire.

Elvis fired his manager from there, and Willie Nelson wrote “Night Life” about working at the bar.

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With this, history was made again. Neon Boots became the largest LGBT country western bar in Texas.

“We are very happy with the way the business is growing,” said Debbie Storrs, the only woman of the six owners. “Every month we see new faces and an increase in business. It’s been a wonderful adventure and to be named as one of the top 10 dancehalls in Texas by USA Today is truly amazing.”

For years, Montrose has been the center of the LGBT universe in Houston. Are the customers of Neon Boots driving outside the loop to patronize the dance hall, or is the population shifting?

“There are no official statistics on LGBT demographics in Houston,” said Ray Hill, national LGBT civil rights activist. “However, estimates are that Montrose was 20 percent gay during it’s peak in the 1980s. Now, it’s down to about 8 percent. Judging by the number of house-warming parties I’m asked to attend, the LGBT community is moving north to the Heights and beyond.

Women seem to be buying in Oak Forest and Garden Oaks, and men, Spring Branch.”

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Neon Boots continues to make history with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. “This year, we became the first gay bar ever invited to advertise in the official rodeo program,” said Storrs.

Still, the challenge with any new business is getting the word out. While Houstonians are still learning about Neon Boots, apparently Californians have already heard. “A few months ago, some of the cast and crew of “The Real Housewives of Orange County” came in after a shoot in Houston. They are party animals and had a wonderful, big ‘ole time! So much so, we couldn’t get them to leave after closing time!” Storrs concluded.

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