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Select Specialty Hospital, which takes up a majority of the floors at the old Heights Hospital between 19th and 20th Streets, has informed employees that it will close. According to a source who asked not to be identified, the hospital has told staff and doctors that they will no longer accept new patients. A call to Teresa Davis, CEO of the Heights location, was not returned before press time Wednesday morning. Select, which shares the building with St. Joseph Medical Center in the Heights, is a hospital that offers “specialized care for patients with acute or chronic respiratory disorders,” accord-

ing to the company. “[Our] primary focus is to wean medically complex patients from mechanical ventilation and restore independent breathing.” Select is part of a national group of hospitals, with more than 100 facilities in 43 states. In a 2012 interview with The Leader, Davis said the hospital was most proud of its 10-bed ICU. She said doctors at the hospital “would tell you it’s the best in town.” In August 2013, Select Specialty Hospital Houston Heights was named a Hospital of Excellence. According to the Harris County Appraisal District, the hospital is owned by Select Houston Partners LP out of Kirkland, Wash. The building’s market value is $14.9 million.

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Ahead of the upcoming Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, many people have parents who are a phone call or a car ride away. For one energetic crossing guard at Harvard Elementary, his story is far more complex and his journey to reconnect with his mother and father spanned nearly 30 years across two continents and a civil war. Fetene Yezengaw, an Ethiopian native, has been in the US for a decade. Yezengaw has been working for nearly 10 years as a crossing guard with Harvard Elementary in the Heights and he greets children and adults alike with the same cheerful disposition. “I am so blessed,” Yezengaw says over and over to each person who passes by. Listening to his story and how he reconnected with his family overseas, it’s hard not to believe him. “I left my parents when I was 15 years old,” Yezengaw said. “My parents were poor and by the time I was old enough I started raising and working for myself.” Yezengaw said he left his parents as a teenager after being recruited to fight in the Ethiopian Civil War, and during his time as a child soldier he lost one of his legs by the time he was 17 years old. After the government fell, Yezengaw became a refugee and

On the last day of April, the iconic Heights Theater on 19th Street was listed for sale on HAR.com for $1.9 million. At press time there have been multiple offers, however, no purchase has been made yet on the historic property. “Yes, we’ve seen a flurry of activity around the theater, almost nonstop interest,” Real estate listing agent Star Massing said. “It’s amazing. We have spoken with people interested in it as event space, theater space, several churches, even a restaurant space, although parking may be a problem. We are fortunate that Gus and Sharon are being very particular about who will buy it.” Massing is referring to Gus Koprivas and his wife Sharon who purchased the property in 1988 for less then $50,000, See Theater, P. 9A

Photo by Jonathan Garris Fetene Yezengaw shares a high five with many passersby outside of Harvard Elementary where he has been working as a crossing guard for years. Yezengaw shares his sunny disposition with neighbors young and old and his story is one of adversity and finding love, particularly for his parents.

spent 12 years in neighboring countries like Kenya and Uganda and eventually made his way to Houston. “I had no contact or anything with my parents during that time,” Yezengaw said. It wasn’t until 2011 that Yezengaw was able to see his parents again. His mother in particular was elated, but the reunion was bittersweet. “She is getting older and life was very hard for her,” Yezengaw said. “Even though I am so delighted

and excited to see my mother and father, it’s kind of sad things have gone from bad to worse in some ways.” Still, Yezengaw thanked God for meeting his parents again and, although they did not raise him through his childhood due to their poverty, he believes his prayers were answered. “Even though I had shaky faith, now I have it stronger than before,” Yezengaw said. “Sometimes when you have a life where you’re struggling you start

to have doubts if God is there or if he is really seeing me but I now know he is always watching me.” Yezengaw said he told his mother and father not to cry, and, despite a few tears he admits, his mother respected the wish. His parents were separated and his father went on to remarry and have more children, who were not familiar with Yezengaw “I asked why he didn’t tell them about me, but he See Crossing, P. 9A

$5 million project continues to redefine White Oak Bayou By Betsy Denson betsy@theleadernews.com It’s a good time to be a bike enthusiast and bayou lover in Houston. While the new hike and bike bridge – the former MKT Railroad Bridge – between Shepherd Drive and Moy Street has been operational for a while, the official “Bridge Bash” and dedication ceremony was held May 2. Part of Bayou Greenways 2020, which will create a continuous park system along Houston’s major waterways, and put 60 percent of all Houstonians within 1.5 miles of the bayou greenway, the newest trail segment connects the White Oak Bayou trails to the Heights trail. Funding for the bridge and the connecting trails came from the Memorial Heights Redevelopment Authority and TIRZ 5 (Memorial Heights Reinvestment Zone). Additional contributors to the White Oak Bayou Greenway include the Brown Foundation, Wortham Foundation, See Bayou, P. 3A

Photo by Jonathan Garris A young girl gets her face painted during the Bridge Bash on May 2, which celebrated the completion of the MKT Railroad Bridge between Shepherd Drive and Moy Street.

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Woodland Heights residents concerned for TxDOT’s I-45 improvements By Jonathan Garris jgarris@theleadernews.com Residents living in communities like Woodlands Heights and Germantown are concerned about how their communities might change under a proposed Interstate 45 improvement project. The public comment period for the North Houston Highway Improvement project, which would impact residents in the Woodlands Heights and Germantown communities, has been extended to May 31 according to Texas Department of Transportation officials. A public meeting at Jefferson Davis High School April 30 attracted surrounding residents, as TxDOT continues its preliminary engineering phase of the project. According to officials, the project aims to create additional roadway capacity to “manage congestion, enhance

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Highway from P. 1A safety and to improve mobility and operational efficiency.” Matthew G. Wylie, an attorney who lives along Houston Avenue said, overall, the project is a good one. “Separating downtown traffic seems like it would be a good idea,” Wylie said. “My comments have been more on the technical side about the proposed changes to Houston Avenue and the on-ramp.” The project itself is split into three segments along Interstate 45 – Segment 1 runs from Beltway 8 to I-610; Segment 2 runs from I-610 to I-10; and Segment 3 extends into the Downtown Loop System. Among the proposed changes for Segment 2, which would directly impact those living in The Leader area, TxDOT is proposing new roadway capacity in the form of adding four managed lanes, full-width shoulders and bike and pedestrian features along frontage roads.

Between I-610 and Cavalcade Street, mainlanes on the freeway would be elevated with frontage roads at standard grade separation with approximately 10 to 80 feet of additional right of way, according to officials. Between Cavalcade Street and Quitman Street, the main lanes would be depressed and no new right of way would be required, except at intersections. Wylie’s main concern is the potential for communities like Germantown to become “cutthrough” for traffic. Based on the current configuration, Wylie said Woodland Heights and First Ward residents would likely end up using North Street, along with other streets primarily in Germantown, as a cut-through to access the North Street Bridge as Houston Avenue north would no longer be able to access North Main or the highway. In a letter to TxDOT, Wylie offered some alternative

options, including eliminating access from the proposed southbound service road west of I-45, and the North Street Bridge, to North Street. Secondly, instead of building an additional service road from Houston Avenue northbound to route to North Street bridge, officials could “route Houston Avenue northbound directly to I-45 southbound onramp. “The North Street Bridge could also be demolished since it is rarely used and there is no neighborhood continuity between the east of I-45 […] and Germantown.” Wylie said in his letter. While some residents are treading softly, Wylie said engineers were receptive during the meeting and many are supportive of the project as a whole. Documents, maps and timelines related to the North Houston Highway Improvement Project can be found online at www.ih45northandmore.com.

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The Obituaries. Gladys Marie Cureton, 88, born May 15, 1926, died April 28. Cureton is survived by her son, Glenn Cureton, daughter, Penny Cureton, brother, Nathan Marcantel Jr., and four grandchildren. Ernest L. Eguia, 95, born Nov. 7, 1919, in Lockhart, Texas, died May 3. Eguia was a child of the Great Depression, proudly served in WWII, landed on Utah Beach, fought in the Battle of the Bulge and witnessed Nordhausen concentration camp. Active in LULAC for 67 years, he and Council 60 were instrumental in placing the first Hispanics in the Houston Fire and Police departments, and creating national programs such as SER, the Little School of 400, predecessor to Head Start. Eguia is survived by his wife of 67 years, Maria Eguia, four children, Diane DeYoung, Rebecca Curry, David Eguia, Mark Eguia, four grandchildren, and two greatgrandchildren. Marguerite H. Fleming, 79, born Jan. 10, 1936 in Delhi, La., died April 17. Fleming is survived by her son, Robert Fleming, sisters Dorothy Bielski, Anita Dayne Sargent and Phillis Wiseman, four grandchildren, and one greatgrandson. Cindy Martinez Sandoval, 32, born July 7, 1982, died April 24. Frank J. Stautberg, 91, born Jan. 12, 1924 in Houston, died April 24. Stautberg joined the United States Navy in August 1941 at the age of 17. He proudly served in World War II aboard the ship USS Harveson and did submarine duty on the USS Cavalla.

He retired from the Navy in 1984. He later retired from Panhandle Eastern/Truckline in 1987. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lucy, daughter Kim Januszewski, three grandchildren and two great-grandsons. Margaret Sobotik Swonke, 90, born Dec. 27, 1924 in Frenstat, Texas, died May 1. Sobotik moved to the Heights area at an early age. She attended All Saints School, Hamilton Jr. High and graduated from Reagan High School. Margaret met her husband, Arthur at a dance in 1945 and they were married in 1947. They were happily married for 62 years. They owned and operated Art’s Drive Inn for more than 25 years and were active members of St. Matthews Catholic Church. She is survived by her sons Ron Swonke and Mike Swonke, daughter Virginia Callihan, 10 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. Rosemary Champion Thornton, 86, born Dec. 3, 1928 in San Marcos, died April 25. Thornton was a member of St.Matthew’s United Methodist Church. She is survived by her two daughters, Gayle Willard and Patty Wiggin, brother Zeke Champion, four grandchilren and seven greatgrandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospices Education Institute, P.O.Box 33, Machiasport, ME 04655-0033. Luis Villaquiran, 83, born Dec. 5, 1931, died April 25. He is survived by his wife Bertha.

Alma Catherine Zapalac, 92, born Aug. 31, 1922 in Shiner, Texas, died April 27. Zapalac was employed for several years as a meat wrapper in the Houston area and was a member of UFCW Union Local 455. She is survived by her sons, Dennis Zapalac and Donald Zapalac, five grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.

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n May 3, 2015, Ray K. Haley, 88, of Houston, Texas passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. Ray was born in League City, Texas and moved to Houston in the early 1950s. He was a 1944 graduate of Nacogdoches High School and then served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Ray received his Bachelor of Science degree in Architectural Engineering from the University of Texas in 1951 and later began his career at Williams Brothers Construction Company, Inc. where he worked for 40 years and met his lifelong friend, Doug Pitcock. During that time, he was an integral part of the company – designing, estimating, and planning, as well as sharing his passion for bridge building while mentoring many co-workers along the way. Ray is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Elsie, and children Ed and wife Betty, Karen, Ray, Jr. and wife, Jennifer, grandchildren Rob, Sarah, Logan and Cody. Ray will forever be remembered for his honesty, integrity, loyalty and kindness to others. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend and respected by all. Ray was a member of St. Stephens United Methodist Church and was active with the community civic association. The family wishes to convey their sincere thanks to faithful care providers Charlene, Jennifer and the staff of Houston Hospice. Visitation will be held from 5:00-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at Pat H. Foley Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. also at Pat H. Foley Funeral Home.

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Bayou from P. 1A Houston Endowment and Fondren Foundation. A City of Houston federal Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) grant will fund construction of the trails along the bayou from the new bridge to existing bayou trails north of W 11th St. The total cost of the project will be $5 million and construction is underway. “Residents can reimagine how they gain access to downtown, to shopping and places of employment in way that is so uniquely Houston: along a bayou,” said Mayor Annise Parker. And the connectivity will only continue. The section of the White Oak Bayou trail that links Antoine to Alabonson will be open by mid-June. Bids will also go out this summer for the section of the White Oak Bayou Greenway which will extend from Alabonson to the city limits, after permits from Harris County Flood Control and City of Houston come in, according to Houston Parks Board Communications Manager Catherine Butsch. Butsch said the Houston Park Board has also received bids from several construction companies for an additional scenic trail along the bayou all the way to Studemont Street by Olivewood Cemetery, south

of 1-10. The Houston Parks Board and the board of TIRZ 5 will soon review the bids and make a decision about who to hire for the project which will begin construction this summer. “It will give people more exposure to the bayou,” said Houston Parks Board Executive Director Roksan OkanVick. As for the last leg of the White Oak Bayou trail which would pass by the University of Houston Downtown, and for the trails that would connect Buffalo Bayou to the Memorial area, Butsch said they are still working on the bidding process on these segments, and flood control has them under review. They expect to begin construction sometime in fiscal year 2016 which for them means July 1, 2015 to June 31, 2016, the same as the city’s fiscal year. Because the White Oak Bayou trails were the first to be constructed, they will be the first completed Bayou Greenway inside Houston city limits, probably by summer 2016. The bayou greenways that are being added as part of Bayou Greenways 2020 typically include a ten-foot-wide shareduse concrete trail and a linear, public greenspace adjacent to

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Hogg Middle School, Field Elementary School name their Teachers of the Year for 2015 By Betsy Denson betsy@theleadernews.com Two HISD schools in the Heights have named their teachers of the year. Hogg Middle School’s Jessica Joseph and Field Elementary School’s Sue Tate have been honored by their peers with the designation. Joesph has taught 6th Grade math at Hogg for the past three years. She received her BA in in Math and Science Middle School Education from Xavier University of Louisiana in December of 2011, and immediately began teaching 7th grade math in Spring ISD. At Hogg, Joseph has served on the Shared Decision Making Committee, co-advised the Student Council, served as the 6th Grade Teacher Team Lead, and actively supported the PTO and Learn Local organization. She plans to pursue a master’s degree in Education within the next year to deepen her understanding of the math curriculum and best instructional practices. Hogg Principal Mina Schnitta said that Joseph possesses a servant’s heart. “Her heart and dedication to educating all children in her classroom are the reasons why her peers voted her as the

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Know anybody who can do everything? A nice fellow visited our office a few days ago and asked if he could place a help-wanted advertisement in our newspaper. There are people who still do that, you know. “Let’s start with the position,” I suggested. “What’s the title?” “It’s kind of a hybrid job,” he said. “We’re a small company – just a few employees.” “Why don’t you tell me about the job, and we’ll figure out what to call it later.” Of course, I had no idea he was going to talk for the next hour. For starters, he said he needed someone to manage his finances. “I’m considering adding some new employees,” he said. “The problem is that our revenue probably won’t grow much. I need a person who can take our current revenue and still pay all our bills. We’re break-even right now, but I’m sure it can be done.” Sounded like he needed an accountant. A good one. Next, he said he needed someone to manage the transportation of his staff. “We go a lot of places around town, but none of our employees drive – it’s an insurance thing,” he said. “So along with the finances, we’ll need this person to handle transportation to and from each of their meetings.” Seemed like a lot to ask, but it could work. “I want to add one more thing to the transportation section,” he

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said. “The right employee will be someone who also can manage my staff ’s schedule. We need this person to set appointments, work with our customers to make sure we can fit on their calendar, and then make sure we can be at those appointments on time.” Next, the man said he was very concerned about the welfare of his employees. He said he brings in breakfast, lunch and dinner for his staff, and he doesn’t want his folks eating junk. “I need someone who makes sure our folks are healthy, and I’m not just talking about food,” he said. “The right person for this job will make sure our employees are active, and not just at the office. I want them involved in things outside of work; I want them getting annual physicals, going to the dentist. We need to project professionalism, and this employee needs to be able to manage that for our staff. I figure if we do these things, it will make us a better company in the long run. People will want to work for us.”

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“Is that all?” I asked him. Not by a long shot. He needed someone who could handle purchasing for the company – supplies, uniforms, food, office equipment and all the regular inventory of running whatever this business was. “Not sure how you’ll fit this in the ad, but we also need this person to handle maintenance for all of our equipment,” he told me. “If something breaks, there are times we’ll need it fixed and other times we’ll need to return it to our suppliers. That probably only happens once or twice a week.”

Texas representatives are ‘Austin-tatious’ The late columnist Molly Ivins often told the story of Texas House Speaker Gib Lewis addressing a group of wheelchair-bound Texans watching from the House gallery. Lewis ended with, “Now stand and take a bow.” I was in the Texas Senate when Sen. Walter “Mad Dog” Mengden of Houston proclaimed, “And that is the problem, if there is a problem, which I deny.” You can’t make up this stuff. One Texas lawmaker introduced a resolution praising Albert DeSalvo for his “efforts with population control.” Only after the resolution passed unanimously did the legislators realize they were praising the Boston Strangler. Those were the good times. Today’s Texas legislators are mostly angry, mean-spirited demagogues with an agenda which no more reflects the desires and priorities of most Texans than pond scum. The lawmakers simply pander to their voters’ fears and paranoia. (Few voters as there are -- Texas has the lowest voter participation of any of the 50 states.) Gideon John Tucker, an American lawyer, newspaper editor and politician, wrote in 1866, “No man’s life, liberty or property are safe while the Legislature is in session.” So, while our own legislature is in session, let’s look at their work. Despite the opposition of police, sheriffs and a whole lot of citizens, our lawmakers passed a new opencarry gun law that allows four guys at the next booth to play Gunfight at the Golden Corral. Although Texas has the third highest rate of HIV infections in the country, the legislature passed an amendment that defunds HIV/STD prevention programs. The amendment to the House budget proposal -- offered by Rep. Stuart Spitzer (R-Kaufman) -diverts $3 million over the next biennium to the disproven, if not totally useless, abstinence-only program aimed at preventing teenaged pregnancies. Stand by for thousands of unwanted Texas babies who will end up on our welfare rolls. Millions of our tax dollars are going to other states because of our stand against health care, and we have already discussed a bill that would prevent the UN from taking over the Alamo. The height of hypocrisy are the lawmakers in Austin who run on the “get Washington out of our business” platform and constantly demand “local control.” Then, at the behest of the oil and gas lobby, the gang stripped cities and counties of the power to prohibit fracking, like the good voters of Denton County did. “We don’t want a patchwork of laws across the state,” said one sponsor. There is also a bill to keep local governments from outlawing plastic bags – the kind you get at the grocery store – and one to keep cities from installing video cameras at major intersections to photograph redlight runners who like to T-bone your kids’ nursery school van. How about a “get Austin out of our business” platform? In a transparent move to protect themselves, the legislators have defanged our watchdogs. The Travis County Public Integrity Unit (PIU) had been given state-wide authority, and funds, to investigate and if necessary prosecute public officials who broke the law, as if there were any. We all know the (excuse the cliche) back story: the drunken DA, Gov. Perry using that as

Better to be up front about the position, I told him. “Each day, after the employees leave, we also need this person to stick around for about an hour and handle all the custodial duties,” he said. “Make sure the office is clean. Get everything ready for the next day.” This guy was in trouble. “There is one other thing,” he said. “If someone is interested in the job, we’ll need him or her to sign a 20-year binding contract. Once the person agrees to work here, they can’t leave.” “Does the person get any help?” I asked. “Well, we don’t make it a policy of promising that,” he answered. “Initially, this person will have an assistant, but we can’t guarantee that assistant will stick around. Our retention rate is about 50 percent.” I jumped at the chance to ask him about the salary. How much was he willing to pay somebody who sounded like the CEO, COO and CFO of this business? “That’s the thing,” he said. “We actually don’t offer money for this position. This is an investment. If the right person takes the job, that person gets the satisfaction of seeing this company grow, and there’s a potential payoff down the line. But if this person wants to earn real money, he or she will need to find time to have another job.” No money, I asked him? “That’s not entirely the case,”

he said. “On one day, each year, the staff usually pulls their loose change together and buys the employee a card.” In as sincere a manner as possible, I told the guy there was no way he would ever fill this position. He wanted an accountant, a driver, a professional chef, a scheduler, a nurse, an operations director, a custodian and an engineer. He needed a counselor and a human resources director, and he wanted that person to work for an investment in seeing that company grow? Sorry, I told him. You don’t need an employee. You need a mother. As most of our readers know, my wife and I are diligently (and sometimes humorously) trying to raise a son. Maybe it’s that circle of life thing. Maybe it’s maturity. Or maybe it’s just God’s way of reminding us that mothers are more valuable than any CEO; more graceful than any counselor. As we celebrate Mother’s Day this weekend, I’m reminded that my mother spent two decades investing in me. No, she has spent four decades investing in me, and she has never wavered – not once. She has never phoned in sick; she has never even been late. She has been a rock, a fortress and I’ll never repay her. No chance. To all our mothers, thank you. To mine? May God bless you a million times more. Email jonathan@theleadernews.com

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an excuse to defund the PIU which led to Perry’s own felony indictments. And now we have this law to strip the PIU of its power and give it to the Texas Rangers (who finished at the very bottom last season) and to local DAs. This just might create “a patchwork of law enforcement across the state,” which the legislators apparently want. This particular sordid story gets better, or worse. We have elected an attorney general, Ken Paxton, who admitted to sleazy financial dealings and paid a $1,000 fine. No question of his guilt, but he was elected anyway, maybe because he had an R beside his name on the ballot. Did the R stand for Reformed or Recidivist? But under this new law, the Public Integrity Unit couldn’t pursue the case anymore, and the job went to the Denton County DA who sat on it for two months, and probably wouldn’t have touched it with a 10-foot subpoena until public do-gooders raised a stink. The DA, who had been in with Paxton on several business deals, finally recused himself, and two outside lawyers were hired. Wonder if Perry could have found funds to pay them? As for our former governor, Perry got out Dodge just in time, because scandals keep popping up. There is the Texas Enterprise Fund which doled out hundreds of millions of taxpayers’ dollars to attract businesses to Texas – even those which never applied for the funds. Also, there is that $20 million no-bid border security contract that, as former Lt. Gov. Bill Hobby would say, doesn’t pass the smell test. Actually it stinks. But the PIU, whose staff now has 17 employees, down from 35 before Perry pulled funding, says it does not have the money or staff to reopen its investigation. Speaking of state funds, while Perry vetoed $7.5 million for the PIU, which – can you imagine? -- the new legislature did not restore, the Senate has allocated about $811 million to fund its border security plan, while the House is proposing $565 million. To be fair, voters elected these officials, and they are doing exactly what they said they would do. Their annual pay is only $7,200 plus expenses, and they meet in regular sessions 140 days every two years. (The standing joke is that they should meet for two days every 140 years.) They have vaulted the Lone Star State into the 18th Century -Texas ranks last in most state comparisons including health care, education, teenaged pregnancies (see above) and state spending per capita. Nevertheless, the hot topic this session is how much both budgets and taxes can be cut. So when people say, “Don’t mess with Texas,” tell them it’s too late. Ashby votes at ashby2@comcast.net

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Inwood Forest new hidden gem, just north of high prices Dear Editor: Inwood Forest is certainly one of the new changing areas. We have been watching the area for quite a while. It dipped for a while but is now the new hidden gem, just north of high prices. Nick Dear Editor: I purchased my home in 2009. I am ecstatic to know I made the right decision. I am a single parent and my son is now 15, he loves the neighborhood and the people. We have become particularly close to Perry and Avila…genuine loving people…. my son loves our house, he says he feels safe and we live across the street from Perry and Avila, answer they are part of his “village!” The structure of the homes are also a plus and the size of the rooms in comparison to newly built homes…. there is no comparison. When you come to Inwood Forest you know what you are getting and that it can stand the test of time. It is a community Blessed! Irene Parker

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Neighbors: Oaks Business Association Field Day a success By Elizabeth Villareal elizasgarden@outlook.com

Remember when you were a youngster and you enjoyed “Field Day” at school? Kids from all over the Oak Forest/ Garden Oaks area, along with their parents, were able to experience it on Saturday, May 2, at Oak Forest Park. The Oaks Business Association hosted “Community Field Day” with funtastic activities like potato sack race, three-legged race, and egg spoon race just to name a few games, all run by Jonathan Kolmetz (Leather Apron Foundation). Attractions such as three bouncy houses, face painting, a DJ and bubble machine (thank you Craig and Angela Pennington), a dunking booth, a rock wall to climb, and a mechanical bull (sponsored by Hartman & Associates and Justin Gordon Homes, LLC) were available for the kids, too, and arranged by Patricia Dornak of MANNA. Serving delectable delights were food trucks arranged by Kimberly Antley of Red Lip Designs, Papa Murphy’s with Judy and Jonathan Brown, Sweet Frog Frozen Yogurt with Kelli Johnson, Arnold and Lela Cantu of Oak Catering, and Berryhill with Park and Sylvia Blair. There was a “Boo Boo and Band Aid” station hosted by Mary Gibson, Waltrip High School’s Nurse. Businesses with booths there were IndyQuest (Creston and Holly Inderrieden) who gave away balloons and bubbles, SK Designs (Susan Kostelecky) who gave away capes and had a photo booth, Sam’s Soccer Jam (Sam Zagaar and Carol Etzel) held a soccer clinic, Ginny Ledwell (Realtor with The Reyna Group) had a toddler bouncy house, and Farmers Insurance by David Lorms gave away reusable grocery bags.

Other booths were Logan’s Car Detailing, Houston Dance Works (Autumn Rosemond) and GO PILATES and BARRE (Nicola Ellis). Canned goods and donations were collected to benefit MANNA. Others involved in the planning, volunteers and a few who attended the event were Lucy Fisher Cain, Leslie Novak (Stevens Elementary’s Librarian), Elyssa Horvath, Tiffany Lomax, Jason Vance, Waltrip’s Football Team and Coach Todd Wright, Mike Clark, Terry Jeanes, Chris Hartman, Elizabeth Horvath, and Jennifer Lopez. The Oaks Business Association thanks all of the sponsors, businesses and community members who made this event possible. A special thank you to the wonderful sponsors Heights Mobil - West 18th/Ella Blvd., Hartman & Associates, Justin Gordon Homes LLC, Today’s Vision Oak Forest - Heights, Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty, Watches by Paulin, The Reyna Realty Group, Kroger of Oak Forest and Farmers Insurance by David Lorms. A big shout out to Waltrip’s Ram Band members trying out for Drum Major positions this Friday evening. Break a leg! Guess what’s happening at Frank Black Middle School? The KICKSTART KIDS Karate (KSK) team is winning and going places. The program stresses discipline, respect, determination and Coach Derrick Stinson teaches these values to his students. Stinson’s karate students have won several tournaments and most recently at the April 25 State Championship, nine students brought home twelve 1st, 2nd or 3rd place trophies in Kata, team Kata and sparring,

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beating schools from Austin, Dallas, and the surrounding areas. The next stop for these students is the U.S. Open ISKA World Martial Arts Championships in Orlando in July 2015, and they need the community’s help to get there. Sixteen students have worked tirelessly all school year to gain the skills necessary to compete in this prestigious global tournament. They’ll learn from the sport’s top instructors and get to meet and compete against students from all over the world. Unfortunately, Frank Black M.S. falls in the economically disadvantaged category and consequently needs your support to continue their winning ways. The karate parents and students have worked hard all year fundraising for this trip through multiple events and

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in your area. Additionally, an established, stable, vaccinated, and sterilized colony of feral cats will deter other stray and feral cats from moving into the area. This actually decreases the risk that residents will encounter an unvaccinated cat and will virtually eliminate problem behaviors like fighting and spraying. While there are many volunteers who aid in the TNR cause, they can always use more help. According to BARC’s website, the city of Houston promotes TNR for the management of our city’s feral cats, and citizens are encouraged to feed and care for feral cats as long as they are in accordance with the following three requirements. Any citizen feeding feral cats must be actively working towards getting all cats in the colony spayed and neutered, (i.e. accomplishing the TNR of the colony) must be feeding in a way that does not attract raccoons or opossums and must have the permission of the property owner/manager to be feeding the cats if the colony location is not on either their own property or on city property. As long as citizens are in accordance with these requirements, they are encouraged to feed and care for the feral cats within their colony and can submit an application to become an official colony manager. If you’re interesting in learning more about helping the feral cats in your area, visit BARC’s website at: www.houstontx.gov/barc. Did you know? If you’re age 65 and older your adoption fee is waived at Friends For Life Animal

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The calendar. SUPERPALOOZA The Corkscrew Come to the Corkscrew, 1308 W. 20th St., from 2-6 p.m. May 9, 100+ wines, local spirits, craft beer and food, all for $49. Live entertainment will be Nick Greer and the Gâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Register at http:// ow.ly/LR9d0 or www.houstoncorkscrew.com. COMMUNITY MOVIE NIGHT White Oak Conference Center Please join Councilmember Brenda Stardig and the District A community for movie night on May 8. Madagascar will play on the big screen at the White Oak Conference Center, 7603 Antoine Dr. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. with a mobile petting zoo, a food market, face painting, and games. Bring blankets and/or lawn chairs. Information: 832-393-3010. COMMUNITY DANCE SPJST Lodge 88 The SPJST Lodge 88, 1435 Beall St., will host Fab 5, a Beatles Tribute, from 8 p.m.-11:30 p.m. May 8. The Red Ravens, Polka and Variety music, will be from 8-11:30 p.m. May 9. The cost is $10 per person. Reservations are suggested, but not required. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. Information: 713-869-5767, lodge88.org. HIGH TEA Pat H. Foley Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day is a time to celebrate and honor the most

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to benefit new landmark signs for the neighborhood. The event will be from 6:30-10 p.m. May 16. Tickets are available for $50 and include lite bites, two adult beverages, keepsake wine glass, participation in silent auction, and opportunity to sample brews from Town in City Brewery. Guests must be 21 and older. Information: 361-319-9712, angelica@montiebeach.org.

MODEL HOME TOUR Larkin at Cottage Grove A Grand Opening event is planned from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., May 9, in the community of Larkin at Cottage Grove. The community is welcome to come tour a beautiful model home. Lunch will be provided and there will be prize giveaways. The model is located at 5441 Larkin St., 77007. Information: 832-597-1907, dbrown@ dwhomes.com.

THE BOOK OF ETHAN READING River Oaks Bookstore Oak Forest resident Russell J. Sanders will be reading from and signing his newest novel The Book of Ethan at River Oaks Bookstore, 3270 Westheimer, from 3-5 p.m. Saturday, May 16. This is his third novel. Information: www.dreamspinnerpress. com.

SONS OF 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 May 15, from 6 p.m. until sold out. Information: 713-682-9287, www.americanlegionpost560.org. FOOD, WINE AND FUNDRAISING: A NIGHT OUT IN BROOKE SMITH Enjoy a casual outdoor evening at a local establishment, Lemond Catering, 612 Archer St. 77009,

centenarians in the area, from 3-4 p.m. May 26. A representative of Ellen Cohenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office, Janae Williams Winfield, senior director of constituent services and community affairs, will give out certificates. All nonagenarians (people in their nineties) are also welcome. Waltrip High School Jazz band will be honoring centenarians under the direction of Jesse Espinoza, director. They will perform some old favorites. The event will have a patriotic theme. Information: 713-869-1449.

LADIES CAR CARE CLINIC Adolf Hoepfl Garage Learn to care for your carriage and still be a princess. Learn what to do in emergency situations and five tips to preserve expensive parts on a vehicle. The workshop will be held at Adolf Hoepfl Garage, 4610 N. Shepherd Dr., from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. May 20. The cost is $10 per person. Space is limited, call to reserve a spot. Information: 713-695-5071. CENTENARIANS HONORED Christ the King Catholic Church Christ the King Catholic Church, 4419 N. Main St., will honor all

BOWLING FUNDRAISER MANNA MANNA (Ministry Assistance of the Near Northwest Alliance), is having a bowling fundraising event from 7-11 p.m., May 30, at Delmar Lanes, 3020 Mangum Road. Bowling teams are needed to sign up and all sizes of sponsorship are available. There will also be a silent auction. Tickets can be purchased online. Sign up no later than May 16. Information: 713-504-5486, http://sparesometimeformanna.eventbrite. com/

First Church Heights, Gramcracker Design, Haute Dimensions and CARisma Wash. The event is free and will be held at Haute Dimensions, 6521 N. Main St., from noon-6 p.m. May 30. Information: www.eventbrite.com, 713-253-6507. SUMMER BLOCK PARTY Shops at Oak Forest The second annual Shops at Oak Forest Summer Block Party, will be held Saturday, June 6, from 2-6 p.m. at 43rd/Ella. Information: elyssa@core-landing. com, 832-771-8030. RENOVATION TOURS Pat H. Foley & Company Stop by for a special guided tour as renovations begin and

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Youth to lead worship services at St. Stephenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The worship services at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. May 10, will be led by the youth. Children and mothers are welcome to attend â&#x20AC;&#x153;Muffins with Momâ&#x20AC;? at 10 a.m., in the fellowship hall for a muffin brunch and special craft. All are welcome to attend Methodism 101, a study on the basics of Methodism, taught by Pastor Kevin Otto, at 9:40 a.m. Sundays through May 24. St. Stephenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Methodist Church is located at 2003 W. 43rd St. For information, call 713-686-8241, or visit www.stsumc.org. Great Taste of the Heights at All Saints Come out and enjoy a night of food, fun and festivities at All Saints Catholic Community, 215 E. 10th St. The event

will be from 5-10 p.m. May 16. Tasting time is 6-10 p.m. Featured entertainment is Toast and Jam. Tickets are $25 pre-sale and $35 at the door, based on availability. Tickets are on sale in the administration building Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., after Mass, or at Eclectic Home, C&D Hardware and Chatters Cafe and Bistro. Call 713-864-2653 or visit www.greattasteoftheheights. com for information. Sing Out competition at St. Monica Participate in the Sing Out competition at St. Monica Catholic Church, 8421 W. Montgomery Rd. Auditions will be from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. May 16. The donation entry fee is $10. The three competitive divisions are: Elementary School, Middle School and High School. Registration is required. Contact Jamel Rosemond for information at singout.eventbrite.com, 713244-4240. The Interior Castle performance at St. Maximilian Kolbe Continue the centenary celebration of St. Teresa of Avila with a musical theatrical presentation of â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Interior Castle.â&#x20AC;? The event is hosted by the Discalced Secular Carmelites and Friends of Carmel and will be presented at St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church, 10135

West Rd., at 7 p.m. June 6. The cost is $20 each ticket. Call 713-542-4706 or 936436-9113 for information. Rhythms of Grace at St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s St. Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Episcopal Church, 1819 Heights Blvd., will feature Rhythms of Grace Ad # 37568 Heights, a worship Houston

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THE OAKS BUSINESS ASSOCIATION MEETING St. James Lutheran Church The Oaks Business Association meets every odd month on the third Wednesday, at 7 p.m. at St. James Lutheran Church, 1602 W. 43rd St. Social networking events are the second Wednesday of the even months. David Lorms is president. Information: 713-6888669, DavidL2490@aol.com.

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From the Pews. Third Age Learning Center closes semester Third Age Learning Center, located on the campus of All Saints Catholic Church, 215 E. 10th St., will hold its semester closing/fiesta luncheon fundraiser at 10 a.m. May 8, in the parish hall. There will be refreshments, student performances, dancing, singing, music, and door prizes. Lunch will be $5 per person. Tickets are now on sale at the TALC lunch desk. For information or lunch reservations, call 713-2481277.

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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. It has operated as a church of Christ since 1927, it is located at 634 West Cottage on the corner of West Cottage and Reagan streets. The Norhill Church of Christ teaches only the Bible, without reference to any man-originated creed. Bible study services for all ages are held at 9:30am Sunday mornings. Sunday morning Worship begins at 10:15am. Sunday evening worship is at 6:00pm Wednesday evening worship and Bible study is held at 7:30pm. Norhill welcomes everyone to attend worship or Bible study to learn more about the truth of the Bible.

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igh spots on fillings, crowns, implants, fixed bridges, or partial dentures may produce hypersensitivity in teeth because of excessive pressure. The concentration of pressure concentrated on these high spots can be enormous, since the muscles used in biting an chewing can produce a force of several hundred Newtons! The teeth may become sore and tender when the jaws are tightly closed or when a person eats, especially if the teeth are subject to temperature changes, even of only a few degrees. Fortunately, this type of pain usually subsides immediately after the excessive pressure is relieved. Though the dentist makes every effort to restore all parts of the teeth so that they closely match the patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural teeth in form and function, occasionally there is a high spot. A patient who has recently had restorative work should not be surprised to need adjustments. What is important is that he or she let their dentist know about the high spot as soon as possible to avoid any long term damage to the tooth.

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Someone recently remarked, in jest, that he was going to Hell after telling a joke that was a bit indelicate, even if it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t exactly blasphemous. His remark got me thinking about the ultimate destination of our souls, and what we ought to think and profess about that. There are some who say we should profess a high degree of certainty about going to heaven, perhaps in the hope that believing it strongly enough might make it true, or perhaps just in the hope that we can raise the bar a bit on our morals by professing that we are future saints. St. Paul tells us that we are saved by faith rather than by works, but he is quick to add that we shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t boast. (Romans 3: 26-27) Who is so sure of their own faith, after all? Isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t it Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s job to examine our hearts and decide whether we are going to heaven or not, and isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the more humble approach to say that we just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know, and should not presume to decide for God? It certainly isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t obvious that any of us deserves eternal bliss, or that our professions of faith will grant us instant entry into heaven. Since all have sinned and fallen short, perhaps the more honest and humble approach would be to say that we just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know where weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going, but that we certainly hope weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to heaven. They have all fallen away; they are all alike depraved; there is none that does good, no, not one. Psalm 53:3

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OSL students receive recognition from the American Classical League The National Latin Exam, sponsored by the American Classical League and the National Junior Classical League, is a 40-question, multiple-choice test with a time limit of 45 minutes, offered to students on seven levels. The philosophy of the National Latin Exam is predicated on providing every Latin student the opportunity to experience a sense of personal accomplishment and success in his or her study of the Latin language and culture. Congratulations to the following OSL students who

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Theater from P. 1A and lovingly restored it over the years to the Heights icon we know today. Over time, the theater has become the very image of the historic Heights. The original building was constructed in late 1928, and in 1929, the local Wygant family opened the theater’s doors. The independently owned movie house quickly became the center of entertainment in the community with ticket prices at 5 cents for children and a whopping 15 cents for adults. Many celebrities have watched films there over the years including Gene Autry, Dan Rather, and Bonnie and Clyde. “Then, in 1968 someone set fire to the building, torched it. It was definitely arson,” said Gus Koprivas. “At the time, the film I am Curious Yellow was showing, which was considered very racy; it was a Triple XXX, but no one was ever charged. There were a number of possible suspects. There was a church boycott of the film going on, and some literature from the Ku Klux Klan was also discovered in the seats, but nothing ever

Crossing from P. 1A stuck.” When Koprivas bought the structure it was “really just a shell,” he said. It had no roof, and there was a tree growing in the center of it. “The windows were all boarded up, and there were even some derelicts living in it. The entire Heights was in bad shape at this time. It was one of the lowest points in the life of the community. We probably spent half a million dollars over 35 years restoring the theater,” Koprivas continued. ”We replaced all the wiring, plumbing, floors and the marquee was expensive. It has been quite a project.” The listing on HAR.com states that the new owners of the Heights Theater will buy 7,058 square feet of living space on a 6,600-square-foot lot, with frontage on 19th St., two bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms and a kitchen. It is also listed for both commercial and residential use. If you are like so many in the area, you feel uneasy when a property - any property - in the Heights is up for sale. New structures sometimes seem to

swallow the original personality of the community, and many of us are suffering from “townhome fatigue.” Koprivas states emphatically that the Heights Theater will not suffer that same fate. He is about to secure a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark (RTHL) for the theater, and says he simply will not let it go to anyone with even a casual association to a wrecking ball. “The wonderful, old Heights Theater will never be torn down for townhomes on my watch. I would put that in writing,” Koprivas said.

said he had a feeling he had lost me,” Yezengaw said. “He said they would have raised so many questions. He was still so happy to see me.” Yezengaw’s mother, who had also deeply feared for his safety, put it succinctly, he said. “My mother said the Earth itself opened her mouth and spit out her son from being buried,” Yezengaw said. “That really touched my heart. I love my mom without question, no matter what.” Monthly phone calls make Yezengaw emotional from

time to time, partiuclarly conversations with his mother. “Every time I call I can’t help but feel like crying like a little boy,” Yezengaw said. He always says he denies it, but his mother always knows. “The way she says things goes deeply into my heart and into my soul and I can hear her voice in me.” Yezengaw said his parents knew some of his experiences during the war, but said there were few words to describe the hardships. He only wishes at this point he was making a bit more money to be able to

send to his family who are in deep need, but he has his faith and a positive outlook to hold on to. He still receives plenty of help from area residents in the Heights, who even helped him attain his US citizenship several years ago. “You have to be able to have a positive attitude every day,” Yezengaw said. “You have to say, no matter what, I’m still alive and if I still live my life I will be happy. Even if I am not educated, I am still alive.”

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Options abound for summer camp Summer camp is a beloved tradition in many families. Many parents of young children fondly recall spending their summers at summer camp, where they made lifelong friends and learned the finer points of roasting marshmallows and competing in three-legged sack races. Parents looking for the right summer camp for their kids will soon discover there are various types of summer camps, each offering youngsters something different. The following are some of the summer camp options parents can expect to encounter as they search for the right camper for their kids. Day camp Day camps are not overnight camps, which means kids will return home each night rather than sleep over at camp. Day camps typically offer many of the activities people have come to associate with camps, including crafts, sports and even day-trips to experience local culture or attractions. Many day camps are co-ed, and counselors typically live within the community. Faith-based camp Faith-based camps offer many of the same activities as more traditional summer camps, but do so while simultaneously offering campers the opportunity to celebrate and further explore their religious beliefs. Some faith-based camps may focus heavily on religion, incorporating faith into daily camp activities, while others may be more subtle with regard to integrating religious beliefs and lessons into camp activities.

Sports camps Some summer camps focus on a particular sport, catering to young athletes who want to further develop their athletic talents. Sports camps may feature guest lectures and lessons from notable local athletes and coaches, while some camps may provide instruction from current and/or former professional athletes. Some sports camps are overnight, while others are day camps. Family camps Family camps are opportunities for the whole family to enjoy the summer camp experience. Family camps typically tailor their activities around tasks families can complete together, with counselors providing assistance when it’s needed. Family camps may be faith-based or secular, and families typically stay overnight, sleeping in facilities on the campsites or in lodging away from home.

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Just in time for your last minute shopping for Mom

By Mitch Cohen Happy Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day! Are you ready? Will you be bestowing gifts upon the Mothers in your life? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t panic, this is the Heights after-all. The single best place in Houston to get unique, one of a kind, and even handmade gifts to help you stand out. That or go and eat. One of my favorite shops on 19th St. is Casa Ramirez Folk Art Gallery located at 242 W 19th St. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve mentioned Macario and Chrissie Ramirez of Casa Ramirez many times here. This Saturday they will host a book reading for Minerva Perez. Beginning at 2 p.m., Perez, an award-winning broadcast journalist, will read from and discuss her recently released book, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I Gotta Storyâ&#x20AC;?: My 30 Years in TV News. To most Houstonians, Perez may be most familiar as a former anchor at ABC 13 KTRK. Ever watch the news and imagined you sitting behind that desk? Holy terror! Perez covers the ups and downs of being a broadcast journalist in the field, and what really

goes on behind the scenes. Sounds like being on the battlefield full time. Perez has had a run in with Fidel Castro, was one of the first to view the Rodney King video and was assigned to cover the Branch Davidian siege. I expect sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have some Marvin Zindler stories too. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to stay and check out the folk art by local artists. Copies of Perezâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book will be available. Again, Saturday at 2 p.m at Casa Ramirez, 242 W 19th St. For more information, contact Macario Ramirez at 713-880-2420 Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a Saturday without an art market? Boring! Two this weekend. Craftacular Second Saturdays is back at 1025 Studewood St, and open noon to 4 p.m. Hosted by Teresa Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor of Hello-Lucky, Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor leads the pack in curating and finding the best in indie-crafts. From fine art, books, cards, succulent arrangements and homemade natural products. Step inside her store while there and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll â&#x20AC;&#x153;get it.â&#x20AC;? Further south of the Heights off Montrose on the 900 Block of Fairview, find the 2nd Saturday Montrose Art Market. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like a reunion whenever I visit. Fine art, high craft and great music from local favorites. Finally, a space that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been â&#x20AC;&#x153;meaningâ&#x20AC;? to visit and write See ArtValet, P. 12A

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This week there is a lot of exciting Houston craft beer news to share. Karbach Brewing First on the update list is Karbach Brewing Co. Just this week, Karbach opened their restaurant and patio that is adjacent to their brewery at 2032 Karbach St. This addition adds a new brewery, kitchen, taproom, two event spaces, and indoor and outdoor seating. The taproom and kitchen will be open to the public every day. Hours will be weekdays will be from 2:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10 p.m., Saturday 11 - 10 p.m. and Sunday 12 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10 p.m. On May 16, Karbach will host a charity pub crawl that will benefit Robert Garner Firefighter Foundation. The pub crawl will honor four fallen firefighters and have some fun while doing it. Karbach will debut Station Station 68 3.0. This batch of Station 68 was the winning entry in an all firefighter/ EMT home-brew competition. Scott Lapointeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brew is a golden-ale brewed with raspberry and should be the perfect quencher for a May afternoon. The pub crawl starts and ends at Onion Creek. Choose four of five stops at Christianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tailgate, Public House, Little Woodrows, Fitzgeralds and BBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s! Learn more at www.karbachpubcrawl.com. Town in City Brewing The long awaited Heights brewery has finally been given the green light from the city. I spoke with Justin Engle back in February, where he shared his struggle of city permit battles since his land purchase in 2012. But now, Town in City has good news to share.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;We received votes from all over North America, but for this poll we could only select the mobile food vendors with the 10 most nominations,â&#x20AC;? Mobile Cuisine writes. The Top 10 list is as followed: Alamo Dogs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; San Antonio, Have a tip for Nibbles? Email christina@theleadernews.com TX; American Wiener â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Tampa, FL; Beez Neez Sausage â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Portland, OR; Biker Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gourmet Hot Dogsâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; Denver, CO; Frank Gourmet Hot Dogs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Buffalo, NY; Good Dog Hot Dogs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Houston, TX; The Greasy Wiener â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Los Angeles, CA; Love Same Hot Dog Co. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Harleysville, PA; Willy Dog â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Hamilton, Ontario; Zombie Dogz â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dayton, OH. After two weeks and 4,500 votes, voting closed on May 1, and Zombie Dogz from Dayton, OH took the first place slot. Good Dog Houston may not have come in first place, but they finished at number three, right behind Wily Dog. Congrats to our Heights Hot Dog eatery. Check out the great dogs they have rolling up on their Facebook at www.facebook.com/GoodDogHouston. Winter Cruise Getaway I hear they have Kimchi Dogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s November 4-8 this weekend.

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Fallen tree grants new opportunity for Oaks Presbyterian Church Reverend Noelie Day is calling a recent near-miss with a fallen tree in the prayer garden at Oaks Presbyterian Church more than a lucky break – she’s hinting that it’s divine intervention. Day recalls April 11 with a bit of humor. On the same day of the community-wide garage sale, Day sat in her office inside of the church when she heard a loud noise from outside. “It was like a large thud,” Day said. “I remember thinking ‘What was that?’ I didn’t bother to look but soon people came running and they said a tree fell down.”

The large oak tree collapsed in the prayer garden, falling just short of the chapel by mere inches. The limbs damaged the fence surrounding the garden but gaps between the branches spared each of the benches inside of the garden. The only other damage was to an old bird bath. “It had been raining a lot and we think the ground had been saturated, but I can’t help but say it’s God,” Day said. Why divine intervention? Day said the tree falling into their prayer garden had Biblical symbolism, as the church has faced challenges with growing its congregation. She went so far as to say the “dying” church had been praying not for the community, but

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praying for them to connect better with neighbors. “I am thinking that this was our wall of Jericho coming down as we had been praying for us to be more open to our community and this is our opportunity,” Day said. In the coming weeks, a banner will be hung from the church proclaiming that change is coming, and the church has enlisted the help of James Philips of Inshore Sculpture. Phillips is perhaps best known for his work transforming trees in Galveston destroyed by Hurricane Ike in 2008 into large sculptures around the island. Phillips will be using his skills to breathe new life into the fallen tree and the prayer

garden where it will ultimately call home. Day said she and other church members will be working on new ways to engage the community as well, and believe the new sculpture may help breathe new life into the congregation itself. The theme for the church moving forward will be “Wake Up.” By the church’s walls coming down, figuratively and with the help of the fallen tree, Day said it’s up to members of the church to begin opening back up to the community. “People feel like they’re spiritual but might not need the church, but that’s wrong thinking,” Day said. “There’s a reason why we believe in the Trinity. It’s all about community.”

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Photo by Jonathan Garris Reverend Noelie Day, pastor at Oaks Presbyterian Church on Chantilly Lane, surveys the near-miss from a downed tree which fell April 11. The tree narrowly avoided both the church and a display inside of the church’s prayer garden.

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