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Texas Children’s Pediatrics relocating Heights clinic By Betsy Denson betsy@theleadernews.com Another healthcare heavy hitter will soon have a new home in the Heights. Dan Braun confirmed this week that Braun Enterprises has signed a long term lease with Texas Children’s Pediatrics who will operate an approximate 3,000-square-foot Texas Children’s Urgent Care and 10,000-square-foot Texas Children’s Pediatric clinic at 23rd and Yale Street joining the brick and mortar location of Bernie’s Burger Bus. Texas Children’s Hospital Public Relations Specialist Caroline Timm said that the new site will replace the current location at 2600 North Loop West Fwy. At the current Texas Children’s Pediatrics clinic, there are six physicians, and this number will expand when the
new location opens. The Urgent Care will have a physician and advanced practice provider available each day. “It will include a larger space that will allow Texas Children’s Pediatrics to continue providing the best care to the quickly growing pediatric population in The Heights community,” said Timm, noting that the Yale location will also maximize accessibility to Heights families. Construction is scheduled to begin in September 2016 with a projected opening in March 2017. Timm said that the Texas Children’s Urgent Care will provide pediatric care for patients. “When the Texas Children’s Pediatrics clinic closes each day, the Urgent Care clinic will be available to provide specialized after-hours care,” said Timm. Physicians at Texas Children’s Ur-
gent Care will be able to diagnose and treat a wide variety of ailments, illnesses and conditions, including: asthma, strep throat, fever, minor burns, influenza, ear infections, allergic reactions and more. Procedures provided at the clinic will include: antibiotic injections, breathing treatments, fracture care and splinting, IV (intravenous) fluids, lab services, laceration repair and Xrays onsite. It will be open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday, 8:30 to 11 a.m. Texas Children’s Urgent Care will be open Monday through Friday, from 4:30-11 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, from noon-8 p.m. “We are thrilled to open our new Texas Children’s Pediatric clinic and See Pediatrics P. 7A
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Friends of Down Syndrome president Rosa Rocha is declaring “Mission Accomplished” for the first phase of the expansion of The Down Syndrome Academy. After only 18 months at its current home at 5200 Mitchelldale, Suite D4, Rocha says the group added 2,500 square feet to the facility, providing plenty of room for the expansion of programs and the number of students. The organization first started in January 2014 with 17 students and now serves over 60 across 7,500 square feet of teaching space, Rocha said. “We officially moved into this new space on June 1,” Rocha said. “The process took three months to complete what we set out to do. The space we had was an open warehouse
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Both Garden Oaks and Oak Forest now find themselves with controversies involving deed restrictions, with a ruling finally issued in a lawsuit in the former and one potential issue brewing in the latter. The long-awaited ruling in the legal battle between a Garden Oaks family and the Garden Oaks Maintenance Organization found that, although a garage built at the family’s home violated the neighborhood’s deed restrictions, the group charged with enforcing those restrictions did not have the power to do so. According to court documents, the judge ruled in favor of Peter and Katherine Chang over GOMO. The lawsuit had initially been sparked by the size of a garage on the Chang’s property and ignited a controversy over whether or not GOMO had selectively enforced its deed restrictions and if the organization “can exercise any of the powers or authority of a property owners association, such as collecting assessments and enforcing deed restrictions in the Garden See Restrictions P. 7A
Photo by Jonathan Garris Some Oak Forest residents were worried about an empty lot along Ella being split into two separate lots with two homes.
Timbergrove resident helps shape Houston into foodie mecca By Kim Hogstrom jgarris@theleadernews.com Last week, nearly every reporter in Houston was stalking Anthony Bourdain. As the star of CNN’s popular foodie show, ”Parts Unknown,” Bourdain was in Houston, sampling its deep and diverse culinary scene. Most Houstonians know all about our many dining options, but how did Bourdain know? How did we go from a stinky cowtown to a culinary capital interesting enough to attract Bourdain? Look no further than the Houston First Corporation. “Anthony was in town for the International Dairy, Deli, Bakery Association convention, and chose to stay and shoot his show,” said Holly Clapham,
chief marketing officer for the Houston First Corporation. “It makes perfect sense. Anthony’s show is about dining adventure and Houston’s foodie scene offers plenty of adventures.” For the past 10 years Clapham, who lives in Timbergrove, has been raising the profile of Houston with her remarkably creative marketing campaigns. Metrics demonstrate that the campaigns are having a positive impact on the perception of Houston, both nationally and internationally. In fact, Houston even appeared recently on Forbes’ list of the “World’s Most Influential Cities.” But what exactly is the Houston First Corporation? In 2011, the city of Houston established Houston First as a local government corporation creat-
ed to operate the city’s convention and performing arts facilities, as well as to promote Houston as a world-class destination. Houston First’s efforts enrich the lives of Houstonians in a number of ways, beginning with bringing millions of dollars to the region through tourism and conventions. The organization also operates theaters where world-class performances take center stage, all while managing outdoor spaces where festivals and other activities, thrive. As the agency’s Chief Marketing Officer, Holly Clapham spends her workday raising awareness of the wonders of Houston, but she wears a See Timbergrove P. 2A
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Precinct One: Man arrested for Wakefield indecent exposure incident By Jonathan Garris jgarris@theleadernews.com Officials with the Harris County Precinct One Constable’s Office say they arrested a man who allegedly exposed himself to a woman on Wakefield Street last week. Deputies arrested and
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The Obituaries. Verlyn Jozwiak Busa, 84, born Aug. 20, 1931 in Chappell Hill, died June 2. A Mass will be held at 2 p.m. July 9, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Brehnam, Texas. Services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, 2300 Stringer St., Brenham. 979-8363611. Elda Elvira Dobbs, 74, born July 21, 1941 in Taxisco, Santa Rosa, Guatemala, died June 2. Dobbs immigrated to the U.S. in 1974. She is survived by her daughter Gladys Tistog, son Ovidio Rodas, five grandchildren, and three great-granddaughters. James Michael Elliott Jr., 82, born Dec. 21, 1933, died June 3. Elliott graduated from San Jacinto High School and attended the
University of Houston. In 1956, he married Betty Spinner. He was a member of Hope Episcopal Church for almost 50 years. Elliott was employed for many years as an outside salesman, winning numerous awards. He is survived by his wife, Betty, son Michael, daughter Karen, and two grandchildren.
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Mayor Sylvester Turner has also noticed a change in the way our city is viewed. “As the most diverse city in the nation, Houston looks today like the rest of the country will look tomorrow,” Turner said. “That diversity extends to all that we have to offer. You can literally travel the world without leaving. We are cosmopolitan, chic and hip, and the world is taking note.” The young mother added that her children also provide a powerful incentive. “When I look at my children, I realize I have an opportunity to leave the city well-suited for their futures here,” she said. “That’s quite a motivator.”
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Neighborhood Social: Flooding, thieves and new trucks By Rebecca Kroger For The Leader Each week, The Leader will be compiling some of the most engaing posts on social media, courtesy of our local neighborhoods. Shady Acres Civic Club Allison Newport posted on Facebook about the recent Children at Risk 2016 rankings and said she was pleased by the news of Sinclair and Love receiving good grades. “Hamilton and Waltrip still have a lot of room for improvement, but I’m happy to see that Love has made such a big improvement and Sinclair is holding strong,” Newport said. Oak Forest Homeowners Association Nan Hayden sent out a warning to other residents about a truck stolen in the 1500 block of Woodcrest Drive. A neighbor living there apparently had a truck stolen from their driveway and is asking nearby residents to check their security cameras on Tuesday June 7 from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. Others joined in on the discussion. Kendall Spangler said the situation was “really getting out of hand,” and Deana Rouse also voiced her concern. “The thing is no one hears anything,” Rouse said. “You cannot believe how quiet these people are. It’s on camera them driving off in a members truck on here [...] there are ways to do it in low power mode. I think they must be using a tuner or something similar after they gain entry.” Tracy Le Vrier shared an image of the new fire engine serving the area from Fire Station 13 beginning next week. Vrier is dating a firefighter serving at the station, and resident Gene Smith offered his appreciation. “Don’t know how long your boyfriend has been at [Fire Station 13], but a couple of years ago I was taken to the hospital by those gentlemen
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Realm of the Coin GALVESTON – This is the Rosenberg Library Museum (“The oldest free public library in Texas”) which is showing a collection of Republic of Texas currency, along with other paychecks from the King of Spain, the governments of Mexico, the Confederacy, plus assorted letters and documents. And you don’t have to be a Crockett scientist to see if we can turn a big buck on the deal. I enter the building and go to the lady at the front desk. I say, “I’d like to see the exhibition of Texas currency.” I get a blank look. “There may be something on the fourth floor,” she says. I go to the fourth floor and find a librarian. She points me to a small room across from the big room. I ask: “Do you have any pamphlets or leaflets about the exhibit?” No. (I had read that there is a self-guided audio tour, but I forgot to ask and no one volunteered.) I enter a dimly lit room with 11 glass cases, each showing some artifacts that are, well, museum quality – documents, letters, coins, dollar bills. The cases sport various titles: “Revolution,” “Republic,” Nine New Capitals Without Capital,” (I like that one), “Drowning in Public Debit’ and so on. This collection, which runs through Sept 30, is the work of Jim Bevill, a Houston financial adviser and collector, who has also borrowed some items from fellow collectors. The room is vacant except for me. All I need to expand my own small collection of Texana is a big brick and a bag. This brings us to our latest get-rich-quick scheme. You see, for years, if not generations, Texas stuff sat around gathering dust. I have a Republic of Texas two dollar bill I bought for five dollars. I see one is now on sale for $500, but here’s the hangup. During the Republic’s 10year life minus three days, the struggling little country put out bills with different names, signed by various officials, printed in different hues. Their worth today varies greatly. Some were printed in Houston, some in Austin. My bill was printed by Xerox, They came in odd denominations, and, yes, Texas did have a lot of three dollar bills. The government found that it could pay its employees and debts by simply printing more money which, in turn, created monumental inflation. When introduced, the so-called red backs had a value of 37 and a half cents to the U.S. dollar. Eventually, the value went to two cents. By 1842, the government of the Republic of Texas would not accept the bills for payment of its own taxes. Incidentally, many of the notes, especially the red backs, appear as orange-colored because of the quality of the ink. It has been
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suggested that the “burnt orange” color of The University of Texas came from this coloring. What if the notes had a maroon hue? Here are a few items of interest I picked up: The star notes, which had a Lone Star in the upper middle, were not money, per se, but rather interest-bearing notes (similar to a treasury bill) that circulated by being endorsed over to the next payee. The red backs were redeemed by the government and then cut-cancelled, that is, they were sliced several times in the center to keep them from being redeemed again and again. These notes are very valuable to collectors. A few notes, never redeemed or cutcancelled and escaped the knife, are valued even more. So if you have a bill that is cut up, it’s not damaged. It’s still worth money – to you. Interesting facts: Only two Texans’ pictures are found on red backs. Deaf Smith is found on the $5 bill while Stephen F. Austin is on the $50 note. Both died before the notes were issued. Another warning: Not all red backs are authentic. The original notes were hand-signed in brown ink while the reproductions all are in black ink. Texas pushed along with its various currencies until it joined the United States, and a main reason for joining was money, or the lack thereof. In 1850 Texas was given $10 million for all the land it had claimed outside its present state boundary. With this money, Texas paid off all its debts, including the redemption of all red backs. It’s a shame we had to sell, because today we could vacation in Santa Fe and ski in Aspen without ever leaving Texas. Now, about getting rich. For years I used a white plate with lots of blue designs – drums, flags, in the center are two mid-19th century artillerymen next to a huge cannon, and an officer on horseback. All are dressed in fancy, Napoleonic uniforms. Vintage Texas tacky. This flowery plate was given to me by my mother who explained that the fad in the past was to make dinner plates to celebrate historic events. This one noted the Mexican-American War, but the European artists, not knowing how U.S. soldiers, especially Texans, dressed, drew them in European-style uniforms. Hence the Mounted Texas Rangers look like the Grand Duke’s Wachovian Grenadiers.
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A friend gives me a page out of an auction house catalogue. The top reads: “Texas Campaigne China.” Below is a photo of my plate, same drums and flags around the edge, except that in the center is a general on horseback. The info says this ho-hum kitchenware was marked on the back “Texian Campaigne” and was produced in England between 1846 and 1852. The plate pictured in the catalogue is stored in a glass-faced box in a vault in New York City. Mine is not of that rare sort, because on the back on my blue plate special it reads – let me find it -- “Texian Campaigne.” Huh? But the authentic plates were marked with the initials J.B. My plate is only marked by -- ”J.B.” And here’s the going price for my blue ashtray: TWELVE THOUSAND DOLLARS! To paraphrase Capitol One, what’s in your attic? Ashby’s currency is ashby2@comcast.net
Today, we got: “Shooter pledged allegiance to ISIL.” “’Act of Terror’ and ‘Act of Hate,” which they pulled from a speech President Obama gave hours after the shooting. Let’s make sure everyone knew this was probably a hate crime. From the front page of The New York Times: “A tie to ISIS? Uncertainty as a strategy.” “FBI studied shooter years before attack.” “For gays across America, a massacre punctuates fitful gains.” From the front of The Boston Globe: “Massacre in the night: Gunman declaring devotion to Islamic State kills 50...” And from The LA Times front page: “An Act of Terror and Act of Hate,” ibid. “Gunman, investigated twice for terrorist ties, pledged allegiance to Islamic State before worst mass shooting in U.S. history.” Let’s be fair. Every one of these newspapers had stories about the victims. Of course, those stories were reserved for the inside pages to make room for the blame out front. Let’s also be fair, especially to our nation’s largest newspapers. They are starved for readership and attention. Most of them are hanging on by a grocery store insert, and they’ll do anything to grab your eye. They are trying to feed the beast,
Dear Editor: I’ve been searching for something to post that might help change the tone of social media after the recent events in Orlando and the post that followed. My thoughts go to so many places because I’m pushed to consider sides of an argument from the far extremes. If you aren’t participating in social media posts about politics please do your part at the ballot box and stop reading this. I hope you can find some peace. As for me I will soldier on in the snake pit called Facebook where everything I read makes me sad for our nation and the course we are on right now. Every post worries me about the future my kids will be handed from my generation and my parent’s generation. This is not something new for me to feel but it grows with each day and each meme about them vs us. We are failing ourselves because we refuse to listen to each other. We are failing our kids. Perhaps you’ll take a minute to listen to me and think, maybe we can find the middle and work toward progress instead of division. To my dear friends on the Left: We will not be banning guns. It’s a right granted by the bill of rights and you simply don’t have the votes on your side to do
and the beast is us. But this isn’t reserved to print media, which is largely digital media with a paper copy the next day. This is every news medium across this nation, and they’re all on a scavenger hunt for likes, retweets and pageviews. Each of those correlates to dollars, and the only formula for selling advertising is to crush their consumers with the creation of rage. They are addicted to the idiocy of bigots, terrorists and AK-47s, and we are the worse for it. Once, we required our news sources to tell us what happened, and we didn’t mind a moment or two of commentary. Today, we get a moment or two of what happened and a barrage of commentary and perspective leading our newscasts and dominating our front pages. In this instance, it just so happens this “Act of Hate” apparently was committed by a man who was, himself, gay. Guilt passed across the airwaves and front pages were just hope for editors across the globe, and that is sickening. It’s no wonder Gallup released a survey this week that said trust in newspapers and TV is now at an all-time low (20 and 21 percent, respectively). That’s almost as low as our Congressional approval ratings. Congratulations, media. If any industry deserves it, you do. And you should be ashamed. Email jonathan@mcelvymedia.com Email us your letters: news@theleadernews.com
this today. Your best position is to seek a happy medium where everyone walks away happy. How about expansion of background laws which is supported by 90% of Americans. Let’s bring back funding for CDC research on gun violence and actually focus on mental health issues. Calling for a ban on guns shuts the other side down and prevents progress. Gay lives, black lives, cops lives and every American life is important. We are living in pretty safe times but your rhetoric and outrage would suggest that we are not. We do need to work harder and accept that we must walk before we run. Fight these fights in local politics. Stand up for what you believe by voting for people that want to fix your community and roll up your sleeves and help them. Stop shaming whatever company that is taking a position that is religious. They should have that right. Freedom of speech is important and you are welcome to take your business elsewhere. There is no need to protest but you do have that right - just stop shopping there and hit their pocket books. If you protest, the other side will show up and support them anyway. Stop making people feel bad because they are successful with their career. Applaud them and seek advice on how to do the same. Almost everyone who is successful loves to talk about
themselves so let them and learn. It’s a win/win really and you may walk away with a friend and mentor. To my dear friends on the Right: Conservative values mean small government. It also historically means holding to the ideals of our founders. We must not forget the separation of church and state. Jefferson, who is often referenced, fought hard to build this wall. I’d be happy to reference documents where he does just that. Islam is a religion and we must not cast it aside. We must not allow a religion to take over the union. We left a country like that for a reason. Gay rights is another area you use religion as a framework. Our country’s laws do not have room for this and there is no harm done to anyone. The gay community has built and restored communities where open minded people supported them. They can be a great ally if you let them. Don’t push them away from your party. Here’s a hint... It’s not contagious. On guns. I stated where I think middle is when talking to my left friends above. I have friends from both sides and many are vocal. I don’t see Obama asking for your guns; he is asking for ideas and teamwork to do something
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The countdown has begun for St. Matthews UMC Vacation Bible School (VBS) at 4300 N. Shepherd Dr. Cave Quest is a 3-day evening VBS on July 25 - 27, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. This year, the kiddos are going on a subterranean adventure (yes, think cave formations – stalactites, stalagmites, rock ribbons, bacon strips, and slime). Each evening will begin with a family supper from 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., including cave treats for dessert, so no cooking for three nights! VBS program opening will begin at 6 p.m. Children ages 3 (potty trained) to 5th graders (Fall 2016) are invited to attend. There is no charge to attend but registration is required. Registration is available online at: www. groupvbspro.com/VBS/ez/ StMattUMC_VBS2016 Don’t have access to a computer? No problem! The church office has paper forms to fill out and turn in. Sign up early (before July 10) as space is limited. Contact St.
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The calendar. CRAWFISH BOIL Worrall Properties Worrall Properties is going to kick off the summer real estate season with a Crawfish Boil from 5-7 p.m. June 16, at Capt. Benny’s Seafood, 10896 Northwest Frwy. There will be complimentary crawfish and $1 off all beer and wine. Information: 512-585-1476. STEAK NIGHT American Legion Post 560 Come by the American Legion Post 560, 3720 Alba Rd., for a delicious steak dinner and live entertainment, June 17 (third Friday of each month). Steaks will be served from 6 p.m. until sold out. The cost is $15 per plate. Information: 713-682-9287, facebook.com/AmLegionPost560/, americanlegionpost560.org.
UPCOMING JUNE EVENTS Houston Arboretum and Nature Center The Houston Arboretum and Nature Center summer season is in full swing, with a vast array of classes for everyone. Honey Moon is from 8-10 p.m. June 18. Come sample a variety of delicious Texas honeys while learning all about bees. The cost is $30 member, $45 nonmember. Garden Photography is 9-11:30 a.m. June 18. This course is designed for students with digital SLR cameras who know the basics of camera operation. The course will cover lenses, composition, getting close, and metering basics. The cost is $75 member, $100 nonmember. Information: houstonarboretum. org, 713-681-8433.
BOOK SIGNING The Book Scene New local author Vickie Denzine will discuss and sign her book, More Than A Woman from 1-3 p.m. June 18. Stop by for a meet and greet, fun, food and prizes. The Book Scene is located at 1820 W. 43rd St. Information: 713-869-6117.
COMPANION CAMP Houston Humane Society Companion Camp is a wonderful opportunity for children ages 7-13 to work hands-on with animals cared for by the Houston Humane Society, 14700 Almeda Rd. During a typical day, campers receive humane education, workshops from animal experts,
games, crafts, and hands on animal activities. Camp includes daily snacks and drinks, t-shirt, crafts, and all activities. Due to individual dietary restrictions, lunch will not be provided; please bring a sack lunch. The next camp is June 20-24, from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. The cost is $295 per session. Information: houstonhumane.org, 713-433-6421. BREAKFAST FOR SENIORS St. Joseph Medical Center Heights Learn how to lessen the chance of falling at a free breakfast presentation titled “Fall Prevention: Simple Tips to Keep You on Your Feet� by Elizabeth Rothrock, RN and Trauma Program Manager. The program is part of the Senior Advantage Program at St. Joseph Medical Center in the Heights, 1917 Ashland St., and will be held from 8-9:30 a.m. June 22. Make reservations to attend by June 20. Information: 713-9695376, sjmctx.com/senioradvantage. FISH FRY American Legion Post 560 The Ladies Auxiliary Unit 560, 3720 Alba Road, will host
their monthly Fish Fry and live entertainment Friday, June 24 (fourth Friday of each month) from 6 p.m. until sold out. The cost is $8 per plate. Information: 713-682-9287, facebook.com/ AmLegionPost560/, americanlegionpost560.org. SILENCE! THE MUSICAL Obsidian Theater Obsidian Theater, 3522 White Oak, presents Silence! the Musical, through June 25. The original ‘Silence of the Lambs’ movie is gruesome and the musical is no different. Not only are violent acts performed in the stage version, the actors also sing about them. This performance is for mature audiences only. Visit the website for performance times and tickets. Information: 832889-7837, info@obsidiantheater. org. MONTHLY HAPPY HOUR Heights Young Professionals Meet, network, socialize and make direct connections with area professionals. This month’s event will be hosted by Taps House of Beer, 5120 Washington, from 5-8 p.m. June 30. The cost is $10 for non-members
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SUMMER MIXERS Northwest Harris County Aggie Mom’s Club Northwest Harris County Aggies Mom’s Club is holding summer mixers for moms, stepmoms and guardians of Texas A&M students. There are regular monthly meetings with informative speakers from A&M and the group raises funds for scholarships and book award gift certificates. The next meeting is June 30. Information: www. nwhcaggiemoms.org.
WORLD WAR II MEMORIAL IN THE HEIGHTS Heights Boulevard/East 11th St. Tie into the history of both Houston and the greatest generation by paying a visit to the World War II Memorial on Heights Boulevard, just south of the intersection of East 11th Street. There are free parking spots along the street on Heights Boulevard.
YOUTH FITNESS CLASSES Harriet and Joe Foster YMCA The Harriet and Joe Foster YMCA, 1234 W. 34th St., is adding new Youth Fitness Classes to the group exercise schedule. New classes include Kid Camp, Mondays at 4:30 p.m.; Kid Yoga, Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m.; and Family Boot Camp, Fridays at 4:30 p.m. The Family Bootcamp class is designed for parents and children to work out together in
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From the Pews. Men’s Scripture Sharing Group meets at the YMCA The Men’s Scripture Sharing Group meets at 7 a.m. every Thursday at the Harriet and Joe Foster YMCA, 1234 W. 34th St. There will be music, Bible study and fellowship. Guests and new members are welcome. Email scripturesharing@earthlink.net for information. Donations needed for St. Ambrose garage sale Clean out those closets, toy chests, garages and attics. Donations can be brought beginning June 24, Fridays 5-8 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for the St. Ambrose annual garage sale being held July 23 and 24. All donated items should be clean and in good working condition. St. Ambrose Catholic Church is located at 4213 Mangum Road. Call 713-6863497 for information. St. Matthew’s presents organist Rebecca Yoder St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church is proud to announce an organ recital by aspiring young organist, Rebecca Yoder, at 3 p.m. June 26. Yoder is a Rice Univerisity student, and is currently working on her Master’s Degree. She is versatile on both piano and organ. Come enjoy Yoder’s showcase of her works by Bach, Franck, George Walker and Louis Vierne. The free lunch program continues throughout the summer, providing free lunches to children ages one year to 16 years, who otherwise may not have access to a midday meal. Lunches will be served 11 a.m.-1 p.m. For information, call 713697-0671. The church is located at 4300 N. Shepherd. Registration for vacation Bible school held at St. Stephen’s There’s still time to register
for Vacation Bible School, to be held June 27-July 1 from 8:30 am to noon. Children age 3 (and potty-trained) through those entering the 5th grade are welcome to attend. Tuition is $15 for the first child and $10 for each sibling. The Children’s and Music Ministries will host a Fine Arts Camp, July 24-July 28 from 5-7:30 p.m. The camp will include classes in art, dance, music and drama. Children entering kindergarten through sixth grade are elible to attend. The cost for the week (which includes dinner) is $100 for the first child and $75 for the second with a family cap of $250. For more information, please contact Mary Gossett, Director of Student Ministries or Rev. Lindsay Smith, Minister of Music. St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church is located at 2003 W. 43rd St. For information, call 713-686-8241 or visit www.stsumc.org and the church’s Facebook page. Summer Art Camp at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Enroll children ages preK through fifth grade for stories and art in the My Hands, My Heart Art Camp, on Sunday mornings during the summer from 9:30-10:30 a.m., at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 1819 Heights Blvd. The camp will be held on the following dates: June 19, 26 and July 3, 17, 24, 31. There will be simultaneous offerings for youth and adults. Attend one or all, camp is free of charge. For reservations and information, email lpuccio@saecheights.org. The Doors of Faith RCIA introduction at All Saints Interested in becoming Catholic? The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process through which adults seeking full communion in the Catholic Church are gradually introduced to the
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Roman Catholic faith and way of life. The class is beneficial for unbaptized adults, adults baptized in other denominations, baptized Catholics who have not received the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation. Come by for an evening of inquiry at 6:30 p.m. June 20, in the two-story school building, room #2. All Saints Catholic Community is located at 215 E. 10th St. Call 713-864-2653, visit www.allsaintsheights.com/ rcia or email jkellyhawkins@ gmail.com for information. First Church Heights presents Movie Under The Stars Bring the whole family to the outdoor event Movie Under The Stars at First Church Heights, 201 E. 9th St. See “Max� on a 32’ movie screen. The free movie will be at 7:45 p.m. June 25. Bring lawnchairs. Families can also bring their dogs. There will be free popcorn and snow cones. Call 713-861-3102 or visit fbcheights.org for information. All Saints Bravura Concert Series presents The Oberon Ensemble All Saints Bravura Concert Series will feature an evening of beautiful music by the members of The Oberon Ensemble as they present works by Beethhoven, Mozart, C. Nielsen, and Handel-Halvorsen. The concert will be at 4:30 p.m. June 26. There will be a free will offering. Meet the artists at the dessert reception following the concert. All Saints Catholic Community is located at 215 E. 10th St. Call 713-864-2653 for information.
six-week Christian Formation series on Wednesday nights beginning June 8. The series is based upon the book “Son of God: The Life of Jesus in You� by Rick Warren. This DVD small group study features the way each person can find his or her purpose by studying the life of Jesus. Dinner begins at 6 p.m. followed by the class. Call 713-681-6422 or visit hope-episcopal.org for information. Health Fair at Providence Missionary Baptist Providence Missionary Baptist, 403 E. 43rd St., is holding a community health fair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 6. Admission is free. Services available include HIV testing, vision and dental screening, blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes screening. Also available are weight loss programs, elderly programs, breast cancer awareness, medical/life insurance and more. For information, call 713692-5017.
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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 5:00pm 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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Restrictions from P. 1A Oaks subdivision,” according to court documents. According to the court documents, the original ruling by a jury found the Changs had failed to comply with the deed restrictions but also that “the failure to comply was excused by abandomment; the deed restriction was waived; and GOMO’s exercise of authority to enforce the deed restriction was unreasonable.” The document also states that the judgment applies only to this particular case and not the entire section or neighborhood. The judge also denied $80,000 in legal fees originally awarded to the Changs, stating that “they are seeking to bootstrap attorneys’ fees onto their defenses and they did not segregate their fees for recoverable claims from the fees incurred on claims for which they cannot recover fees.” Just next door, the Oak Forest Homeowners Association released a statement regarding an empty lot at the corner of Du Barry Lane and Ella Avenue. According to OFHA president Donna O’Connor, the property owner would split
it into two lots with homes on both with 60 feet worth of frontage and would be behind the 25 foot build line. According to the statement released by the board, the board reviewed the requirements and “determined it was theoretically possible to meet the deed restrictions while splitting the lot into two unique lots.” O’Connor said some are worried as this would be the first lot to be replatted into 2 lots in the history of Oak Forest. The lot received attention on Facebook and NextDoor, where worried residents were concerned about the potential of three to four houses on the same lot, not unlike some of the townhome developments in the Heights area. She said those wishing to protest would have to attend the public hearing next week. “They don’t want us to start the trend, but the deed restrictions do not prohibit dividing a single lot as long as the new lots will meet the deed restriction requirements,” O’Connor said.
Academy from P. 1A ued support from the community and their own events through monetary donations and other means. Most recently, the group held a Sock Hop 50s Dance June 11 at Immanuel Lutheran Church on East 15th Street. The event featured traditional 1950s clothing, greased hair, plenty of music and dancing along with hamburgers and hot dogs. Rocha said it was the most highly attended event yet. “Eating took very little time as they were all so anxious to get back on the dance floor,” Rocha says with a laugh.” The group continues to work towards its goal of purchasing a space of its own, and Rocha said the work is as rewarding as ever. “It’s amazing to see how much these students have grown and how much they’re doing compared to just 18 months ago when they first enrolled,” Rocha said. For more information, visit www.friendsofdownsyndrome. org or call 281-989-0345.
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