Colleyville Public Library Fall 2019 by City of Colleyville

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COLLEYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

FAMILY EVENTS YOUTH PROGRAMS TEEN & TWEEN PROGRAMS ADULT PROGRAMS

FAMILY EVENTS

1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN Colleyville Public Library ColleyvilleLibrary.com 110 Main Street (next to Colleyville City Hall) 817.503.1150 Hours: Monday and Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

A LIBRARY CARD BRINGS STORIES TO LIFE!

Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. Buzz, Woody and the entire Toy Story cast invite you to come to Colleyville Public Library and sign-up

Friday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sunday

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There are many ways to participate and win prizes for all ages.

Holiday Closings

• Sign up for a new card • Renew your card • Already have a card? Buzz on over and show us your card.

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Labor Day

Sep. 2

Veteran’s Day

Nov. 11

Thanksgiving

Nov. 28 & 29

Christmas

Dec. 24 & 25

New Year’s Day

Jan. 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS Family Events Youth Programs Tween and Teen Programs Adult Programs

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• Check out a book, CD, audiobook or DVD. All will get a chance for one of our amazing prizes. An Amazon Kindle Fire HD, an Amazon Fire 7 Kid’s Edition Tablet, and a variety of Toy Story prizes will be awarded to several lucky readers! Come in and get a library card – it’s your ticket to fun and adventure!

The 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program is coming this October to Colleyville Public Library! Studies show that reading to children from an early age helps prepare them to enter kindergarten with the skills they need to succeed. This new and exciting program encourages parents and caregivers to provide positive, nurturing early experiences by reading aloud to their children regularly. Not only does reading aloud support kindergarten readiness, it also promotes a lifelong love of books and reading. This program is open to all children prior to beginning kindergarten, with the goal of each participant having 1000 books read to them before entering elementary school. Ages: 0-5 years Date: Beginning October 2019 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor, Youth Services Desk Registration Required: YES Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

FAMILY EVENTS

THE RESOURCEFUL PARENT Scholastic Representative, Billie Tuttle, will share the inside scoop on how to get the most out of the library’s educational video treasury. Bookflix, Trueflix, Freedomflix and Scienceflix are online information resources suited to children in preschool through high school. All parents and caregivers are welcome. Day/Time: Tue., 1:00-2:00 p.m. Date: Oct. 8 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor, Meeting Room A Registration Required: NO Contact: Kendra Meeks at 817.503.1154 or kmeeks2@colleyville.com

CREATING A SUCCESSFUL BEDTIME ROUTINE Monica Maldonado is a with Sleep Wise Consulting. Sleep Wise has helped over 1400 families of newborns, infants, toddlers, and school-aged children become better sleepers. This presentation will include strategies, tips, and tricks for creating successful bedtime routines and transforming families from exhausted to refreshed. Also, be sure to bring your questions as Monica will happily host a sleep Q&A at the end of the presentation. Day/Time: Tue., 6:30-7:30 p.m. Date: Oct. 15 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor, Meeting Room B Registration Required: NO Contact: Kendra Meeks at 817.503.1154 or kmeeks2@colleyville.com

HALLOWEEN PARTY It’s a not-so-scary party for our younger patrons. Enjoy spooky treats, games and prizes and poach an apple from the witch’s cauldron, if you dare! Costumes encouraged. Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Thu., 4:00-5:30 p.m. Date: Oct. 24 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

FAMILY EVENTS FAMILY ART

Community art suitable for all ages. Technique for adults and teens, creative fun for kids and sensory exploration for little ones.

Art Harvest Fuzzy felt bookmarks, wood slice compositions, and pepped-up pinecones. Ages: All Day/Time: Sat., 1:00-2:30 p.m. Date: Oct. 5 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Craft Room Registration Required: Preferred. Opens Sep. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

Creative Thanks and Giving Unique and festive decorations, greeting cards and gifts. Ages: All Day/Time: Sat., 1:00-2:30 p.m. Dates: Nov. 16 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Craft Room Registration Required: Preferred. Opens Sep. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

THANKSGIVING SNACK & CRAFT Enjoy a holiday treat and get each day. Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Mon., 1:00-3:00 p.m. Date: Nov. 25 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

AND Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Tue. 1:00-3:00 p.m. Date: Nov. 26 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

AND Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Wed., 1:00-3:00 p.m. Date: Nov. 27 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

TOY STORY MARATHON Get ready for the DVD release of Toy Story 4 with big screen showings of

HOLIDAY MAKE AND TAKE CRAFT Relax and get creative with a

and popcorn are complimentary. Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:30 p.m. Date: Sep. 14 (Toy Story), Sep. 21 (Toy Story 2), Sep. 28 (Toy Story 3) Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Wed., 11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m. Date: Dec. 4, Dec. 11, Dec. 18 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

WINTER BREAK MOVIE Warm up with a movie on the libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s big screens. Popcorn and drinks are complimentary. Ages: 3+ Day/Time: Fri., 2:00 p.m. Date: Jan. 3 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

YOUTH PROGRAMS REGISTRATION OPENS FOR STORY TIMES AND PROGRAMS Enjoy stories, crafts and fun activities at the library during story time. Registration is open to all library card holders. Space is limited, so register early. Preference will be given to Colleyville residents; non-residents will be Story times and programs are available for newborns through grade 5 and last for twelve weeks. Chess Club is open to ages 8-15. Ages: Newborns-15 years Day/Time: Tue., 10:00 a.m. Dates: Sep. 3 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com Registration: Available in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com.

Registration opens Tuesday, September 3rd at 10:00 a.m. and can be done either in person or online. To register online, go to ColleyvilleLibrary. com. Hover over PROGRAMS & EVENTS and click the LIBRARY CALENDAR link. Find the class that you want to register for then click on the REGISTER button. **PLEASE NOTE**: Submission of a story time registration form DOES NOT guarantee the child a spot in the class. Registration requests will be processed as quickly as possible in will call or email all story time registrants in the class. The Colleyville Public Library as possible in program activities that

TINY TREASURES STORY TIME

TODDLER TALES STORY TIME

Tiny Treasures includes board books,

Toddler Tales celebrates terrific toddlers with a short story, songs, rhymes, music, movement and fun activities! Caregiver attendance is required.

plays and more! Caregiver participation is required. Ages: 0-12 months Day/Time: Thu., 10:30-10:50 a.m. Ages: 13-17 months Day/Time: Thu., 11:15-11:45 a.m. Dates: Sep. 12-Nov. 21 (NO CLASS NOV. 28) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Story Time Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

Ages: 18-24 months Day/Time: Tue., 10:15–10:45 a.m. Dates: Sep. 10-Nov. 26 Ages: 25-36 months Day/Time: Tue., 11:15–11:45 a.m. Dates: Sep. 10-Nov. 26 OR Ages: 18-36 months Day/Time: Wed., 10:30–11:00 a.m. Dates: Sep. 11-Nov. 27 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Story Time Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

SHAKE, RATTLE & THREES Movement, music and stories are all part of the fun in this exciting program designed for three-year-olds! We will enjoy crafts, experiments and combined programs with preschool-age classes to encourage higher thinking and social skills. Ages: 3 years Day/Time: Mon., 10:30–11:15 a.m. Dates: Sep. 9-Nov. 25 (NO CLASS NOV. 11) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

YOUTH PROGRAMS SHAKE, RATTLE & READ

PRESCHOOL PALOOZA

Movement and music are all part of the fun in this exciting program designed to encourage a healthy lifestyle for preschoolers. We will enjoy crafts, stories, experiments and socializing!

If your child enjoys great stories, finger plays and action rhymes, special activities, sing-a-longs, and fun crafts then this is just the class!

Ages: 3–5 years Day/Time: Wed., 10:30-11:15 a.m. Dates: Sep. 11-Nov. 27 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

Ages: 4 & 5 years Day/Time: Mon., 10:30–11:15 a.m. Dates: Sep. 9-Nov. 25 (NO CLASS NOV. 11) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

EXPLORATORIUM Exploratorium features fun science experiments, awesome hands-on activities, art projects, and a snack for early elementary students. Ages: Grades K-2 (Must be 5 by September 3rd) Day/Time: Mon., 4:00–5:00 p.m. Dates: Sep. 9-Nov. 25 (NO CLASS NOV. 11) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

HOMESCHOOL LIBR@TORY Homeschoolers unite! Science, literature and art combine in a hands-on group learning experience for school-aged children. Ages: Grades 1-5. (Must be 6 yrs. by September 3rd) Day/Time: Tue., 1:00-2:00 p.m. Dates: Sep. 10–Nov. 26 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

S.T.E.A.M. CLUB Get hands-on with coding, robots and other S.T.E.A.M. activities. Ages: Grades 3-5 (Must be 8 yrs. by September 3rd) Day/Time: Thu., 4:00-5:00 p.m. Dates: Sep. 12-Nov. 21 (NO CLASS OCT. 24 or NOV. 28) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1165 or jpawlowski@colleyville.com

YOUTH PROGRAMS

“ROCKET” READERS Reading is vital for children to succeed in school and in life, but many of them struggle with reading. What better listener than a friendly, non-judgmental dog from the Heart of Texas Therapy Dogs program? These programs are growing in libraries across the country and researchers report a rise in reading levels among participating children. Independent readers (grades 1-5) can bring a favorite book from home or choose one from the library, and read it to a furry friend served basis. Grades: 1-5 Day/Time: 2nd Saturday of the month, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Dates: Sep. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Registration: NO Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

CHESS CLUB From beginner to expert, chess players of all levels are welcome. No previous knowledge of chess is required. Ages: 8–15 years Day/Time: Tue., 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dates: Sep. 10-Nov. 26 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: 817.503.1165 or jpawlowski@colleyville.com

BOUNCE TIME

LEGOMANIA

This unstructured library time features a play area and music for our youngest library patrons and their caregivers. Caregiver attendance is required.

It’s fun free-play with 15,000 Lego pieces. Duplos and giant blocks are available for younger children.

Ages: 0–3 years Day/Time: Fri., 10:30–11:30 a.m. Dates: Sep. 13–Dec. 20 (NO CLASS NOV. 29) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

Ages: 3+ years Day/Time: Tue., 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dates: Sep. 10–Nov. 26 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO Contact: 817.503.1154 or youthlibrarian@colleyville.com

TWEEN AND TEEN PROGRAMS

CHESS CLUB

BOARD AT THE LIBRARY

NO BAKE COOKIES

From beginner to expert, chess players of all levels are welcome. No previous knowledge of chess is required.

Looking for others to play board/ card games with or a space to play them with your friends? The Library will provide space and snacks one Thursday and one Saturday per month (see below for dates). Some games will be on hand, but please feel free to bring your own games as well. Games that may make an appearance include Splendor, Citadels, Machi Koro, King Domino, Lost Cities, Dominion, Code

If you love cookies, then youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love making this easy, fun, no-bake recipe. Best of all, you get to keep all the delicious cookies you make! All materials will be provided, just bring yourself and your appetite!

Ages: 8â&#x20AC;&#x201C;15 years Day/Time: Tue., 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dates: Sep. 10-Nov. 26 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1165 or jpawlowski@colleyville.com

S.T.E.A.M. CLUB Get hands-on with coding, robots and other S.T.E.A.M. activities. Ages: Grades 3-5 (Must be 8 yrs. by September 3rd) Day/Time: Thu., 4:00-5:00 p.m. Dates: Sep. 12-Nov. 21 (NO CLASS OCT. 24 or NOV. 28) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sep. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: 817.503.1165 or jpawlowski@colleyville.com

Nottingham, Forbidden Island, Tortuga and possibly others. No registration is required, just drop-in and hang out. Tweens, teens and adults welcome! Ages: 11+ Day/Time: Thu., 5:00-7:30 p.m. Dates: Sep. 26, Oct. 24, Nov. 14, Dec. 19 (Holiday Party) Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com Ages: 11+ Day/Time: Sat., 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Dates: Sep. 7, Oct. 5, Nov. 2, Dec. 28 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: NO. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Ages: 10+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Date: Nov. 23 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 3 and can be done in person or at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

GET CRAFTY! Join us for a seasonal DIY craft open to teens and adults. Instructions and all materials are provided.

Recycled Book Pumpkin

Holiday Cards and Gift Tags

Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Date: Oct. 19 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Ages: 13+ Day/Time: Sat., 12:00-1:30 p.m. Date: Dec. 14 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: YES. Opens Sept. 3 and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

ADULT PROGRAMS

PLANNING YOUR BUSINESS The Small Business Administration presents a series of four informational workshops to help you plan your business.

Knowing Your Customer

Choosing a Business Structure

Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu., 1:30-3:00 p.m. Date: Oct. 3 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: NO Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu., 1:30-3:00 p.m. Date: Oct. 17 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: NO Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Creating a Business Plan

Funding Your Business

Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu., 1:30-3:00 p.m. Date: Oct. 10 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: NO Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu., 1:30-3:00 p.m. Date: Oct. 24 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: NO Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

FAMILY SEARCH GENEALOGY CLASS Are you interested in tracing your roots? If so, join us for a four part instructional class on how to use the Family Search website to research your genealogy. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Tues., 6:30â&#x20AC;&#x201C;7:30 p.m. Dates: Sep. 10, Sep. 17, Sep. 24, Oct. 1 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: YES. Open now and can be done in person or online at ColleyvilleLibrary.com. Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

BOARD AT THE LIBRARY Looking for others to play board/card games with or a space to play them with your friends? The Library will provide space and snacks one Thursday and one Saturday per month (see below for dates). Some games will be on hand, but please feel free to bring your own games as well. Games that may make an appearance include Splendor, Citadels, Machi Koro, King Domino, Lost Cities, Island, Tortuga and possibly others. No registration is required, just drop-in and hang out. Tweens, teens and adults welcome! Ages: 11+ Day/Time: Thu., 5:00-7:30 p.m. Dates: Sep. 26, Oct. 24, Nov. 14, Dec. 19 (Holiday Party) Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: NO Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com Ages: 11+ Day/Time: Sat., 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Dates: Sep. 7, Oct. 5, Nov. 2, Dec. 28 Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room Registration Required: NO Contact: Adult Services at 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

ADULT PROGRAMS

GET CRAFTY! Join us for a seasonal DIY craft open to teens and adults. Instructions and all materials are provided.

THE RESOURCEFUL PARENT Scholastic Representative, Billie Tuttle, will share the inside scoop on how to get the most out of the libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s are online information resources suited to children in preschool through high school. All parents and caregivers are welcome. Day/Time: Tue., 1:00-2:00 p.m. Date: Oct. 8 Location: Public Library, 2nd Floor, Meeting Room A Registration Required: NO Contact: Kendra Meeks at 817.503.1154 or kmeeks2@colleyville.com

CREATING A SUCCESSFUL BEDTIME ROUTINE Monica Maldonado is a Pediatric Sleep Consultant with Sleep Wise Consulting. Sleep Wise has helped over 1400 families of newborns, infants, toddlers, and school-aged children become better sleepers. This presentation will include strategies, tips, and tricks for creating successful bedtime routines and transforming families from exhausted to refreshed. Also, be sure to bring your questions as Monica will happily host a sleep Q&A at the end of the presentation. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Tue., 6:30-7:30 p.m. Date: Oct. 15 Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor, Meeting Room B Registration Required: NO Contact: Kendra Meeks at 817.503.1154 or kmeeks2@colleyville.com

Recycled Book Pumpkin

Holiday Cards and Gift Tags

ADULT PROGRAMS

BOOKS ‘N’ BRUNCH BOOK CLUB Books ‘n’ Brunch meets for an informal book discussion focusing on new and limited number of books are provided. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: 2nd Thursday of the month, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Date: Sep. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12 (Holiday Party) Location: Colleyville Public Library, 2nd Floor Meeting Room Registration Required: NO Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

KEEPING IT REAL NONFICTION BOOK CLUB Share your thirst for knowledge with books. Snacks and a limited number of books are provided. Please note that this group will not meet in November due to the Thanksgiving Holiday. Ages: 18+ Day/Time: 4th Thursday of the month, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Dates: Sept. 26, Oct. 24, Dec. 12 (Holiday Party) Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room (Holiday Party to be held in 2nd Floor Meeting Room) Registration Required: NO Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

LATE EDITION BOOK CLUB

REEL TALK FILM DISCUSSION GROUP

for working adults and night owls.

Come to the library to discuss movies and documentaries. All opinions welcome. Snacks are provided.

Ages: 18+ Day/Time: 3rd Thursday of the month, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Dates: Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21, Dec. 12 (Holiday Party) Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room (Holiday Party to be held in 2nd Floor Meeting Room) Registration Required: NO Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com

Ages: 18+ Day/Time: Thu. 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Dates: Sept. 19, Nov. 21, Dec. 12 (Holiday Party) Location: Colleyville Public Library, Colleyville Room (Holiday Party to be held in 2nd Floor Meeting Room) Registration Required: NO Contact: Adult Services 817.503.1155 or reference@colleyville.com