Katy-Fulshear Lifestyles & Homes August 2014 by Lifestyles & Homes Magazines/Fort Bend Publishing

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AUGUST 2014

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Contents KATY LIFESTYLES & HOMES August 2014

Home & Lifestyle 34

CAMP CINCO

Community cooperation keeps Katy YMCA camp improved and maintained

IN THE PROVENÇAL STYLE Couple finds familiar French ambiance in new home

Outstanding bath designs from the 2014 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show

GARDEN COLOR 101 Experiment with the three color harmonies

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REFRESHING SUMMER COCKTAILS

Mike Wilcox, EMOMEDIA

Harney & Sons Iced Teas

FUNCTION AND FLAIR IN YOUR KITCHEN On-trend sinks and faucets make for easy updates

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BATHROOM WINNERS!

INDOOR S’MORES Girl Scouts celebrate National S’mores Day

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Contents KATY LIFESTYLES & HOMES August 2014

Departments 8

HAPPENINGS Mark your calendar for upcoming activities and charitable events

SOCIALLY SPEAKING Parties, galas and social occasions with Lori Gunn

DISCOVERIES Unique finds for your home and lifestyle

FASHION Shades of Summer

THE EDITOR’S PICKS Fun suggestions from Linda Anderson

BOOKS New releases with something for everyone

NEW AUTOS See the new Cadillac ELR and Acura MDX

ARTS & ANTIQUES BY DR. LORI Yard Sale Don’ts

HEALTH & WELL-BEING Adults, Brace Yourself and Cataract Awareness

WINE Possibly the most important wine luminary on the planet

KATY DINING GUIDE Eat out somewhere special tonight!

MEMORABLE WEDDINGS Danielle & Wes

Special Promotions 48 58 64 68 86

Home Improvement Resources Interior Detail Resources Love Your Smile! Family Health Back to School

TRAVEL Pelican Hill is SoCal’s Own Tuscany

CAMPUS Read about the achievements of area schools and students

AROUND KATY Community groups and people making local news

HISTORICALLY KATY Back to School

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KEEP KIDS CONNECTED ANNUAL SPAGHETTI DINNER

It's already time for the Sixth Annual "Caitlyn and Friends" Spaghetti Dinner to benefit Keep Kids Connected. Since the first dinner in August 2010, the organization has given away over 685 computers to kids with cancer or other life threatening illnesses. The dinner will be held Saturday, Aug. 9, from 6:30 – 9 p.m. at St. Bartholomew Parish Hall, 5356 Eleventh Street. Dinner tickets are $25 per person or $175 for a reserved table for 8 people. Sponsorships are available at several levels, beginning at $125. Great food, basket raffle and awesome entertainment are planned for the evening. For more information, contact keepkidsconnected@gmail.com or go to keepkidsconnected.org to download ticket and sponsorship information. Forms and payment can be mailed to P.O. Box 1127, Katy, TX 77492. Keep Kids Connected currently has a program called “Cans for a Cure” where aluminum beverage cans are collected and recycled and the proceeds are used to purchase computers and for pediatric cancer research. Donate your aluminum cans every second Saturday from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Tradition Bank, 550 Pin Oak.

Yucatan Fiesta performer, Cooper Wade.

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CARRIE’S HEART YUCATAN FIESTA

On Aug, 7, from 6 - 9 p.m. at Agave Real, 1250 FM 1463, Carrie’s Heart hosts their annual Yucatan Fiesta with live music by Cooper Wade, yummy appetizers and desserts from local restaurants. Cash bar, raffle, silent aucAUGUST tion, children’s activities and art, plus more are on the agenda.Donations at door: $10/adult, $5/student, $25/family. Proceeds provide sponsorship of care of children with severe disabilities in the Yucatan in Mexico. These children need multiple sponsors to combine in providing necessary medical and therapy needs in order to maximize their health and wellness. Visit carriesheart.org to select a child to support, then make a safe/ monthly donation via paypal. Email carrie@carriesheart.org to get on the mailing list to see children not yet added to the website.

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AUGUST EVENTS AT CINCO RANCH BRANCH LIBRARY Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library, 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy, presents a variety of free children’s programs, adult computer classes, book clubs, and special programs for people of all ages each month. For a full list of events and activities, call 281395-1311 or visit fortbend.lib.tx.us. “Summer Movies @ the Library” – Families may bring a sack lunch to eat “picnic-style” while watching the movie on Mondays (Aug. 4, 11, 18 at 6 p.m.) and Fridays (Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22 at 12:30 p.m.); “Learn the Basics of Guitar Playing” – Saturday, Aug. 2, 2 p.m. Library staff member Adam Kiskinis will provide an overview of guitar playing, including the anatomy of a guitar, chord structures, and finger placement on the guitar fretboard. It is recommended that participants bring their own guitar, if possible. “ESL Conversation Circles” – Fridays, August 8 and 15, 1–2 p.m. This program is for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “Conversation Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to gather in a relaxed setting, and discuss topics of their own choosing while practicing their English skills. “Free SAT Practice Test” – Saturday, Aug. 16, 10 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. A representative from Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions will administer the test. Bring two #2 pencils, and a non-graphing calculator if available. Book Club: Cinco Ranch Night Readers – Thursday, Aug. 21, at 7 p.m. The book to be discussed is The Dressmaker, written by Kate Alcott. E-Reader Q&A – Wednesday, Aug. 6, 10-11 a.m. Library staff will be available at this come-and-go session to answer questions about different types of e-readers, using the library’s online digital library, and downloading e-books. Reservations not required.

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CELEBRATE SUMMER LUNCHEON, AUG.21

The marching band will play a short personal concert for $150 donation.

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JET BAND MARCH-A-THON, AUG. 16

The James E. Taylor High School Band is continuing the exciting tradition with the Fifth Annual March-A-Thon: A community parade for the neighborhoods surrounding Taylor High School. AUGUST On Aug. 16 from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. (lunch approximately 11 - 12 at MPJH) all members of the 2014 James E. Taylor Band and Color Guard will perform all stands music for the 2014 marching season. The goal in this venture is to bring spirit and pride at the start of a new school year at Taylor High School as well as raising money for the ever-rising cost of running the award winning Taylor Band organization. There will be many additional activities planned this year to celebrate the success of this community parade. In addition to pledges, for a minimum donation of $150, the entire 325 piece marching band will provide a small personal concert performing two songs chosen by the individual houses or cul-de-sacs along the route (list of songs will be provided). These concerts and donations will take place along the parade route. Visit jetband.org for parade route and information, or for a personal concert, contact Holly Meredith at htmeredith@yahoo.com.

BARRY SEA PARADOX PERFORMANCES The Barry Sea Paradox Band is one of the Houston area’s most popular and versatile groups. Featuring Katy’s own Barry and Bobbie Sea, the group specializes in classic soul/rhythm and blues and smooth jazz; but also plays Motown, disco, Latin, swing, rock oldies, standards ranging from Sinatra to Satchmo, and even a little country. The group performs at various venues around Katy and Houston and is available to play at weddings, anniversary parties, restaurants, night clubs and special events. For the band’s full schedule, call 713-822-5011 or go to barrysea.com. Reservations are recommended for all events.

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The Katy Christian Women’s Connection announces their Celebrate Summer Luncheon to be held on Thursday, Aug.21, from 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. at The Club at Falcon Point, 24503 Falcon Point Dr. Custom furniture designer, April CarterHavran, will speak about home décor and is bringing before and after pieces of the same chair, photos of finished projects, springs and fills that are concealed to the naked eye, raw frames and a variety of fabrics to show how to give new life to your old furniture. Another presenter will be Karen Kilby, a certified personality trainer and a popular contributor to Chicken Soup for the Soul books. She just published Becoming a Woman of Purpose, a Thirty-one Day Devotional. Karen’s topic, Dealing with Life's Dilemmas, begins with a Dear Abby letter describing emptiness that couldn't be filled with things,activities or family. She tells how God restored her marriage and changed her attitude toward her husband, and concludes with how she and her husband have realized God's grace. Tickets to this event are by reservation and cost $18 per person (only cash or checks made out to KCWC accepted – no credit cards). Deadline for reservations is noon on Monday, Aug. 18. RSVP by calling 281-2328338 or emailing KatyCWC@gmail. com.

MOMS IN PRAYER INTERNATIONALBACK TO SCHOOL EVENT, AUG. 25 Moms and grandmothers are invited to a time of prayer and to learn more about Moms In Prayer International, a Christian prayer ministry where women join in weekly prayer for our children and schools. This year’s First Day of School event for the Katy area will be held on Monday, Aug. 25 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Kingsland Baptist Church, 20555 Kingsland Blvd. Childcare will be available for the prayer time. RSVP for childcare to Olivia Jones at 281-300-5000, and please leave a message with ages of children. Come meet other moms in your neighborhood to partner in prayer. Moms In Prayer is an interdenominational, nonprofit organization gathering mothers together to pray for their children and schools, worldwide. For more information, please visit MomsInPrayer.org.

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GODSPELL AT A. D. PLAYERS

A. D. Players announces that Godspell will run through Aug. 24 on the Grace Theater stage at 2710 W. Alabama, concluding the company's 2013-2014 season. Intensely moving and effective, the musical Godspell, one of the biggest off-Broadway and Godspell will be the final presentation of the company’s 2013-2014 season. Broadway successes of all time, uses parables from The Gospel According to St. Matthew to tell the story of Jesus and his disciples. An unforgettable score by Stephen Schwartz including songs such as such as 'Day by Day,' 'Prepare Ye the Way,' and 'Light of the World,' combined with a variety of storytelling techniques create a powerful musical that has continued to electrify audiences. Tickets may be purchased online at adplayers.org, at the Box Office, 2710 W. Alabama, or by calling 713-526-2721. Following each Thursday performance, the audience is invited to stay and visit with the cast and creative team about the play.

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KATY TRIATHLON AT FIRETHORNE The Rotary Club of Katy 22nd Annual Katy Triathlon at Firethorne, which includes a 500meter lake swim, 12-mile bike race, and three-mile The Katy Triathlon at Firethorne includes a 500-meter lake swim, run, is slated for Sunday, 12-mile bike race, and three-mile run. Sept. 28, 7 – 11 a.m. in and around Firethorne off FM 1463 in Katy/Fulshear. Hosted by Firethorne for the sixth consecutive year, the Katy Triathlon benefits the Katy Rotary Fund, which supports college scholarships and essential health, recreation and educational services for Katy ISD students. The City of Katy returns as title sponsor. “We’re creating a new bike course to position a good percentage of it within the Katy city limits. We think it allows for a better, safer flow and will cut about a mile off the previous route,” said Vicki Rao, Katy Triathlon Coordinator and a core Triathlon volunteer since 2001. The swim and run take place within Firethorne. All proceeds go to the Katy Rotary and then back into the community in the forms of scholarships to graduating Katy ISD seniors and grants to many of the Rotary philanthropies. Triathlon relay teams may be two- or three-person all male, all female or co-ed. The youngest age category is 11-14, with age categories going up to 70+. Early bird registration rates are in place now through September 13 at katytriathlon.com/crtregister.htm.

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TASTE OF KATY TAILGATE CHARITY EVENT, AUG. 20 Come out to taste some of Katy’s best food, and enjoy an evening with family and friends at the Taste of Katy Tailgate on Wednesday, Aug. 20 in downtown Katy, 814 East Avenue at 1st Avenue. This is a free event, from 5-9 p.m., where a variety of Katy restaurants will generously donate “tastes” of their foods. There will also be live entertainment, games, and more. For a list of participating restaurants and entertainers visit Facebook.com/ tasteofkatytailgate.com. This charity event supports the YMCA Operation Backpack, which provides backpacks and school supplies to Katy area students in need. Guests are encouraged to bring either a backpack or school supplies. Everyone who brings school supplies or a backpack, or Likes Taste of Katy at Facebook.com/tasteofkatytailgate.com will be entered into hourly drawings for 2 season football tickets to the winner’s choice of KISD high school. An additional backpack will be donated for each family who comes to the Taste of Katy Tailgate by the Matt Schomburg State Farm Agency, which has also agreed to underwrite the expenses for Tailgate and donate the season tickets for the winners of the drawings.

KATY WOMEN’S AGLOW, AUG. 26 On Aug. 26, Katy Women’s Aglow, hosts its monthly meeting starting at 9:30 a.m. at the Fellowship Hall at Church on the Rock. 433 S. Barker Cypress. Katy Women’s Aglow, a part of Aglow International, is a local, spirit-filled women’s ministry fellowship. Visit katyaglow.com for information about current Bible studies, prayer meetings, special events, and speaker biographies, or visit aglow.org .

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Barbara Pierce Bush (left) and Jenna Bush Hager will be featured speakers on Nov. 21 at the Theta Charity Antiques Show.

62ND ANNUAL THETA CHARITY ANTIQUES SHOW, NOV. 19-23 For four days at the George R. Brown Convention Center (Hall A, 1001 Avenida de las Americas), shopping enthusiasts and antiques aficionados will be able to peruse the best of antiques from fine art to furniture featuring over 50 premier antiques dealers from around the world. Featured guest speakers, Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Pierce Bush, will host a presentation during the Theta Show. Other speakers include William Seale, American historian; Robert Wittman, former FBI special agent and creator of the bureau’s Art Crime team; and Cornelia Guest, philanthropist, animal activist and entrepreneur. 2014 Theta Show chair, Lisa Schwartz, invites you to the Gala Preview Party, sponsored by Comerica Bank, on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 7–10 p.m. Preview Party tickets are $200 per individual, or for Theta Alumnae 35 years old and younger, tickets are $35 per individual. Show hours are Thursday – Saturday from 11a.m.–6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m.–5 p.m., and tickets are $10 at the door for all four days. Valet parking is available with alternate nearby sites available for self-parking. The Theta Charity Antiques Show has brought together world-renowned dealers who sell the finest antiques and decorative arts from the 17th through the 20th centuries and has donated over $6.5 million to the community. Founded in 1952, The Theta Show raises funds for local educational, art, medical and community assistance organizations while providing a cultural experience for the City of Houston and surrounding areas. Visit ThetaCharityAntiquesShow.com for more information.

OLD TOWN KATY MARKET DAYS, THIRD SATURDAYS Old Town Katy Market Days was established in 2001 and has been steadily growing ever since. Each month local produce, free range eggs, local honey, organic, beef, chicken and lamb all raised locally are featured. Farmers are encouraged to bring extra produce to sell to the community. Market Days is held every third Saturday of each month between 2nd Street and Avenue B. Regular booth space is $20. To book a space, call 281-391-1993.

“ESPRESSO YOURSELF” ART SALE, SECOND THURSDAYS ARTreach seniors and volunteers at Mamie George Community Center hold a big art sale the second Thursday of every month from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the center, 111 Collins Road in Richmond. The event,

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“Espresso Yourself,” promises a free cup of coffee and a homemade cookie along with the opportunity to purchase handmade gifts, ceramic coffee cups and jewelry. The money raised will benefit the Mamie George Community Center.

INHOUSTON-KATY PROFESSIONAL PREMIER BUSINESS NETWORK MIXER, SECOND TUESDAY InHouston-Katy Professional Premier Business Network mixers are held the second Tuesday of the month from 4-7 p.m. at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd. A large number of business owners, investors, realtors, executives, marketing professionals, individuals and others attend this event for business professional mixing and social networking. The event is free and there are drink specials. For more information, call 281-392-3034.

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FIN AVAAI NCING LAB LE

MAUD MARKS BRANCH LIBRARY AUGUST EVENTS The following free programs will take place at the library during August. For a full list of events and activities, call 281-4928592 or visit hcpl.net, click on “calendar,” then select “Maude Marks.” The branch is located at 1815 Westgreen Blvd, Katy. Book Sale: The Friends of the Maud Marks Library will hold their August book sale on Saturday, Aug. 30 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Family Film Festival: This month, on Aug. 1, fighting amphibians save the world from the evil clutches of Shredder. Popcorn will be provided; Wii Read Family Bowling Tournament: On Friday, Aug. 8 at 1:30 p.m. the library will host a bowling tournament lasting all afternoon with prizes and refreshments in honor of the end of the summer. SAT Strategy Session: On Saturday, Aug. 2 at 10:15 a.m. Kaplan will give students a practice SAT. Then they will contact you with your graded tests and tips and strategies for scoring high on the SAT. See the Stars: On Tuesday, Aug. 5 at 7 p.m., the West Houston Astronomy Club will teach about stars and other things you might see in the local sky DIY Crafts: Learn the fine art of cake decorating on Tuesday, Aug. 12 at 2 p.m. Katy MakerSpace: Learn all about this special place for creators and inventors at the library on Tuesday, Aug. 12 at 7 p.m. Author Event: On Saturday, Aug. 23 at 1 p.m. many local authors will come and talk about their books and their writing process. Book Discussion Clubs: Three book clubs meet monthly. The Afternoon Book Club meets on Aug. 14, at 1 p.m. to discuss The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith. The Evening Book Club meets on Aug. 4, at 7 p.m. to discuss Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jaimie Ford. The Just Desserts Mystery Book Club will meet on Wednesday, Aug. 20, at 2 p.m. to discuss Motherhood is Murder by Diana Orgain.

FITNESS JOURNEY NETWORK MEETING, FIRST THURSDAY OF MONTH Fitness Journey Network is a group of Katy health and wellness professionals who meet the first Thursday of each month at various locations. Membership is free. Contact Karen Narum at 281-871-8920 or email fitnessjourney@live.com for information.

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CITIZENS FOR ANIMAL PROTECTION’S THRIFT STORE Citizens for Animal Protection’s Thrift Store — the only Houston-area thrift store benefiting homeless animals — offers customers a vast assortment of designer labels, housewares and unique decorative items. The store, which opened in 2006, is located at 11925 Katy Freeway, the former home of CAP’s shelter. Shoppers can find clothing, shoes and purses, along with books and collectibles. The shop also carries furniture and appliances. Donations come in daily, and the store’s proceeds directly benefit the animals in the shelter. The thrift store is open 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Mondays-Saturdays and noon-6: 30 p.m., Sundays. Volunteers accept donations daily at the store at 11925 Katy Freeway. To reach the thrift store, call 281-497-7559.

BOB LUTTS FULSHEAR/SIMONTON BRANCH LIBRARY AUGUST EVENTS The following free programs will take place at the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library library during August. For a

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full list of events and activities, call 281-6334675 or visit fortbend.lib.tx.us. The library is located at 8100 FM 359 South in Fulshear. The library is closed Sept. 1 – Labor Day. Fort Bend County Libraries presents special reading clubs through Aug. 30 to encourage reading among children, teens, and adults. There is no charge to join the Summer Reading Clubs, and they are open to everyone, regardless of the county of residence. Book Clubs: Fulshear Book Club – Monday, Aug. 18, 12 noon. The book to be discussed is Beautiful Ruins, written by Jess Walter; Fulshear Night Readers Guild – Monday, Aug. 25, 6:30 p.m. The book to be discussed is The Bookseller, written by Mark Pryor.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY MEETINGS, WEDNESDAYS AT CROSSPOINT

MOTHERS’ SHARE GROUP, THURSDAYS

MENDED HEARTS SUPPORT GROUP, FIRST WEDNESDAY

Mothers’ Share Group serves as a valuable outreach for stay-at-home parents by offering a supportive network for moms. Meetings are held Thursdays from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd. in Room E221. To confirm child care, visit stpkaty.org or call 281-492-8031.

Mended Hearts, a national organization that is a support group for persons with heart problems, has an area chapter that meets at Christus St. Catherine Hospital the first Wednesday of the month. The moderator is Rhonda Ladner. For additional information, visit mendedhearts38.org.

Celebrate Recovery is designed for those who want to celebrate God’s healing power in their lives through the 12 steps and the eight recovery principles that Christ taught in his message from the Sermon on the Mount. It is uniquely designed for those who are seeking to recover from a wide variety of hurts, hang-ups, habits and addictions by sharing their experiences, strength and hope with one another. This is a free, ongoing meeting that takes place at CrossPoint Community Church, 700 S. Westgreen in Katy. Visit crosspt.org or call 281-398-6464.

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Socially Speaking by Lori Gunn

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KATY ISD TEACHER APPRECIATION LUNCHEON The Katy Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual Teacher Appreciation Luncheon on May 7th at the Merrell Center and honored 59 Katy ISD teachers of the year. The keynote speaker for the luncheon was Stan Stanley. Photos by Country Park Portraits 1) Stan Stanley 2) Alton Frailey 3) O.D. Tompkins 4) Ray Wolman, Michele Hobizal, Jamie Wolman, Kelly Ricks 5) Jennie Smith, Georgia Bartlett, Tamara Bryan, Deb Hubble 6) 2014 Teachers of the Year 7) Sam Schultze, Mayor Fabol Hughes, Stan Stanley, Jana Miller, Jayson Hill, Alton Frailey, Rebecca Fox

KAEDC 10TH ANNIVERSARY LUNCHEON Over the last 10 years, the Katy area has distinguished itself as one of the fastest-growing and most livable communities in the nation and the Katy Area Economic Development Council’s recent 10th anniversary luncheon highlighted the organization’s role in building the area’s stature as a rising economic and cultural force in the Gulf Coast region. The May 13 luncheon featured a keynote presentation from KBR Vice President Chip Schneider; a 10-year economic development progress review; and a ceremony honoring Texas Representative Bill Callegari for outstanding public service in representing the area’s needs at the state level. Photos by Sandy Buller Photography. 1) Kevin Sager, Jacob Aswad, Bruce Walck, Kent Rosenberger, William Stacy, Rob Bryant, Steve Salvarino, Rives Nolen 2) Lance LaCour, Michelle LaCour, Bill Callegari, Ann Callegari, Audrey Gilbreath, Chip Schneider, Alton Frailey, Rev. Pat Sparks

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3) Tyler Ford, Brian Cook, Richard Phillips, Marc Boucher, Louann Pereira, Lindsay Kaye, Judy Wooley, Dana Garnett, and Woody Mann, Jr. 4) Christa Clifton, Diana Schauer-Tran, Scott Barbe, John Kueven, Jim Parisi, Rick Lawler 5) Courtney Doyle, Scott Doyle, Paul Kurt, Stan Stanley, John Buehler, Andy Krampitz 6) Amy Barker Richards, Lori Gunn, Rebecca Fox, Ann Hodge, Carol Adams, Hill Adams – and a special thank you to Carol Adams and the Katy Heritage Society for hosting me at their table! 7) David Woodham, Christine Kahan, Glenn Sampson, Jason Fulgham, Charles Pittman, Byron Dean 8) Woody Mann, Lance LaCour, Bill Callegari and Stan Stanley

GENDER REVEAL PARTY One of the most thrilling parts of pregnancy is revealing the gender of your beautiful little bundle. Amy and Austin Richards shared their joy of revealing the gender of their baby with family and friends. By the way, it’s going to be a boy! 1) Callie and Brent Terveer 2) Dates Skalka, Austin Richards, Cody Revel, Rachel Revel, Brent Terveer 3) Bryan and Carson Zschiesche 4) Paul, Audrey, Courtney and Emma Plank 5) Amy Barker Richards and Kelly Pogue 6) Laurie Villarreal and Mandy Tate 7) Trevor Kent 8) Kelly and Chad Owens, Austin Richards 9) Jamie Richards and Debbie Barker 10) Reed DeLaRosa

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ROSES RUG Say it with roses. The wonderfully whimsical botanical in wine, berry and purple portrays the vibrancy of English roses in full bloom against the colorway of the season — Evergreen, carefully crafted with mottled green and black yarns. Roses are tufted; background is a looped pile for textural appeal. companyc.com

STRAY DOG DESIGNS The contemporary Stray Dog Designs Jay chandelier radiates a geometric glow. Outlined in aqua rectangular shapes, the open light fixture creates a modern statement. Authentically artistic and charmingly quirky, Stray Dog Designs enliven the home with eclectic personality. zincdoor.com

JONATHAN ADLER Serve up your clam bake with this vintage French-inspired nautical melamine. Each piece is constructed from a durable dishwasher safe material that won’t shatter when dropped. Stylishly suitable from picnic to poolside. jonathanadler.com

TEAK COLONIAL CHAIR This is the ultimate summer chair. It transitions perfectly from the patio to the dining room and it's surprisingly comfortable. Its British-colonial style effortlessly adds its own charm, and strong materials (handwoven rattan and handcarved teak) mean you won't have to worry about your children jumping on it. Comes with a linen cushion. wisteria.com

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28 DAYS TO YOUNGER SKIN 28 Days to Younger Skin, by nutritionist and former model Karen Fisher, is a fasttrack program designed for people who have a special occasion coming up where they want to look their best. The program is designed to boost metabolism and supply all the nutrients needed for skin repair, renewal and maintenance. It can also improve your energy and feelings of well-being, and it’s healthy for the whole body.

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Angie’s Diary: I remember as a young girl how minor cuts, bruises and small pains would last for a few days and miraculously resolve without ever seeing a doctor. All throughout grade school, high school and college I was quite active. Tennis, dance classes, and horseback riding were simply part of who I was. That was me then. Sprains healed fast and pain was only temporary. But then something happened. I quit exercising when I went to college. I eventually got married and had children. That’s when the back pain started. When pain developed it no longer “just went away”. It affected my personality and my relationship with my husband and children. I took prescription and over the counter drugs to reduce the pain. After years of ingesting pain medication, I eventually developed an ulcer. An MRI showed a bulging disc in my spine. I was barely in my 30’s. Was I doomed to get older and just keep hurting? More drugs and surgery was all that was available. If only there were other options available. — Hopeful Angie

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ou’ve got to hand it to Cadillac for being willing to try something totally different. The 2014 ELR is one of the most technologically advanced and groundbreaking vehicles ever developed. This ultra-stylish coupe is not what it appears. Rather than being a track-scorching performance vehicle, it’s a very advanced plug-in hybrid car. That can be a good thing, but its price, which ranges from $75,000 to over $82,000, will prohibit ELR ownership for all but the very upper crust of vehicle buyers. My test vehicle came priced at $80,680 and, yes, tax credits are sometimes offered for hybrid vehicles. The ELR is an electric car with a gas engine to extend your driving range. A careful distinction is that the sole purpose of the

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he previous two versions of Acura’s very successful MDX SUV have pleased their owners. The new third generation builds on the successes of the past and significantly improves the vehicle. The MDX is a 7-passenger luxury SUV that is optimized for performance. Yes the all-wheel-drive models will allow limited off-pavement driving but the system is really designed for spirited onroad driving. The new MDX is totally redesigned and

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gas engine is to generate electricity and store it in the lithium ion battery for the electric motor. The car is not propelled by the gas engine. Therefore, while in EV or electric mode where the car is running on pure electric power coming from the battery, you use zero gasoline and get ridiculously high fuel economy ratings. When the battery power is depleted — after about 40 miles — the gas engine runs as a generator of electricity. The life time average “fuel economy” of my test car was 37.4 miles per gallon of gasoline. So, if you drive less than 40 miles per day, you can harvest the efficiency of the car. The more you drive per day beyond that or between battery charges, the less efficient the system is and the less benefit you’ll derive from this plug-in hybrid vehicle.

On my standard 110 volt household current wall plug, it took 8-10 hours to fully recharge the battery in the ELR. And even though the car emitted no pollutants while driving in EV mode, the power plant that generated the extra electricity that I used to charge the car probably did, and, I’m not sure what the actual cost of the electricity was, but clearly it wasn’t free. All of these are the same trade-offs accompanying all plug-in hybrid vehicles. Those dynamics change as battery technology improves and as range-extending onboard gas or diesel engines generating electricity become more efficient. In addition to all that, I found the vehicle very engaging and fun to drive. The styling is stunning and my Crystal Red test car really was an attention-getter. Notwithstanding the car’s striking shape, I found it to be a very solid vehicle. The driving dynamic was shockingly good. The ELR loves a twisting back road and rewards the driver handsomely. The electric-based powertrain delivers strong acceleration and very linear, no-drama power. The ELR is also very quiet, adding pleasure to miles spent both on freeway cruises and in-town driving. The interior is also luxurious and up to Cadillac standards. Kudos to General Motors for being willing to push the EV envelope just a little bit further with this car.

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new from the ground up. It’s actually a bit longer than the previous model and after some rearranging, the interior is noticeably more spacious. The vehicle skillfully combines luxury, quietness, comfort and prestige in a sleek modern-looking package. Exterior styling is reminiscent of the previous generation. A signature Acura design element is the use of LED headlights which the MDX has. They illuminate the road with surprising clarity. The interior, however, is the main beneficiary of the vehicle’s reshaping. Access to the second and third rows has been enhanced, plus the space is larger. The second row seats now have five-position reclining seatbacks and a new Extended Slide feature provides 5.9 inches of total fore-aft seat travel. A new One-Touch Walk-In feature further eases third row entry and exit. On the technology front, to keep the interior ultra-quiet, the MDX uses Active Noise Control (ANC) and Active Sound Control (ASC) technology which emits background sounds similar to noise cancelling headphones. The Multi-Angle Rearview Camera gives you several views of what’s behind you while backing up. Acura’s GPS-Linked, TriZone Automatic Climate Control can tell by your GPS location which side of the car is getting direct sunlight and automatically adjust the climate control to compensate for the heat gain. You can get perforated and ventilated front seats but they’re buried in a package that requires you to buy all the MDX’s unrelated technology and entertainment gadgetry to get them. Additionally, Acura offers the Acura/ ELS® Studio 12Speaker Audio System plus the SMS Text Message Function which will read you your incoming texts and allow you to give limited responses, all while keeping your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel. Even though the vehicle has grown in size it has shed a significant 275 pounds of unnecessary weight. The suspension has been recalibrated for improved comfort and handling. The new MDX is powered by a thoroughly modern 3.5 V6 engine and a 6 speed automatic transmission. The engine can actually shut off three cylinders and run on the remaining three while cruising down the highway. The MDX has an EPA fuel economy rating of city 20 mpg and highway 28 mpg, delivering an average of 23. The engine produces 290 horsepower and is capable for pushing the MDX to 60 miles an hour in just 6.7 seconds. In addition to its traditional SH-AWD all-wheel drive system, the MDX will also be available in front-wheel drive for the first time. The MDX is a fine, reliable machine that offers upscale style and creature comforts that owners predictably fall in love with. For more information on these models, visit MyCarData.com. l

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CAMP CINCO Community cooperation keeps Katy YMCA camp improved and maintained

Different organizations, corporations and churches provide volunteer help for maintenance and clean up at the Katy Family YMCA’s Camp Cinco. Pictured is a family from Grace Fellowship UMC helping out with some painting.

he Katy Family YMCA’s Camp Cinco, located at 15050 Cinco Park Rd (behind Creech Elementary), is not only a great summer youth camp but it’s also a shining example of what can be accomplished through cooperation and sharing with community volunteers. The 200-plus acre camp features such activities as a high and low ropes course, archery, sports, nature trails and many other indoor and outdoor activities. Now in its ninth year, the camp is managed under the leadership of Regional Child Care Director, Shawn Harmon. One of his missions is to get the word out to the community, inviting them to come and see what a great place Camp Cinco is and how they can partner with the Y to help in its improvement and maintenance goals.

“It first really started with Exxon,” said Harmon. “They contacted us about sending some volunteers out and doing some of the work that we needed done. One of the volunteers from Exxon, who attended Kingsland Baptist, went back to his church and got Kingsland involved.” Compassion Katy, a group of local churches that was already helping refugees from Hurricane Katrina, decided they wanted to come out and volunteer also. “Soon they were coming out more than once a year and decided that Camp Cinco would be a regular yearly event that has expanded in so many great ways,” said Harmon. “We have some really big groups, some small groups. The Church Without Walls, the Boy Scouts, Grace Fellowship UMC, and Walmart of Sealy also comes out to

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help. Walmart comes out once or twice a year. Kingsland and Compassion Katy are probably two of our biggest supporters,” he added. Most of the work the volunteers do is general clean-up and maintenance such as painting, building and maintaining hiking trails, spreading mulch and constructing garbage containers. “We have a need and people do it,” said Harmon. Cinco Ranch Church of Christ, 6655 S. Mason Road, is right down the road from the entrance to Camp Cinco. Aaron Walling, the preaching minister at the church, explained that some of his church members originally became involved with the camp by doing general maintenance work. “Shawn came about three years ago to ask me if the kids at Camp Cinco could come to our church in the evenings to wait for their parents to pick them up. It’s hot, late in the afternoon and there is no air conditioning at the camp. The kids could use some relief from the heat, plus it made it easier for the parents to pick the kids up at our church than having to drive down the dusty gravel road into the camp. Logistically, it seemed like it would be a good match, and it has worked out great. The Y has reciprocated by allowing our church to use the facility for different events,” explained Walling. Oscar Gilbert, who now heads up the volunteer effort after Harmon was promoted, says there are about 20-30 volunteer groups who come out to Camp Cinco on a regular basis. “Compassion Katy comes out two different weekends each year. John Davis, the youth minister at Kingsland Baptist, brings groups that do a lot of work through the year.” For more information about the camp and its volunteer opportunities, contact Gilbert at 281-392-5055. l

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ave you ever spent a Saturday morning going to yard sales? Here are some tips for making the most of your yard sale shopping spree. Don’t Forget the Cash Yard sales are not like a quick trip to the convenience store. You will need more than just your keys, cell phone, and credit card. You will need coins, money in small denominations/small bills, and an open mind in order to take home the best from a yard sale. Don’t force a yard sale seller to break a $100 bill, it could be the end of your negotiations to get a bargain. Don’t Sell Everything Some things aren’t supposed to be sold on the front lawn. Don’t sell original art, jewelry, solid wood furniture, or precious metals at yard sales. These objects need a strong market to reap their true value. There are not enough people shopping at a local yard sale to attract high prices that these objects deserve. Yard sales are NOT the place where you will get big bucks for your heirlooms. Don’t Get Up Early! I have made it a lifelong rule that there is no good reason, other than a house fire, to get up before 8 a.m. Plain and simple, don’t get up at the crack of dawn to try to beat everyone to a yard sale. You won’t miss a thing. Shop During Lunch You can get the best prices around lunchtime as most yard sale hosts are ready to call it quits.

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Don’t Let It Go Until You Know What It’s Worth! As an antiques appraiser with a Ph.D. and decades of market and appraisal experience, I know that most hosts don’t bother to find out what their objects are worth before they schlep them from the attic or basement out to the front lawn. That is the best way to lose a bundle. Know the value, get an appraisal first, and make the most of yard sale season. l

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By 12 noon, sellers are exhausted. They have been up since the crack of dawn putting out stuff for the yard sale and the morning is the busiest time for them. By lunch time, they don’t care what you pay for that Wedgewood cachepot as long as you take it with you. It is a great time to negotiate or even get extra stuff for free. Tag It! Some things should be tagged and some things like oversized items should be left untagged to leave room to negotiate with a potential buyer. Some people like to have a $1 table or a $5 table at their yard sale but this opens up the temptation for some buyers to

Don’t Buy Parts I always say that buying parts is for auto mechanics not yard sale shoppers. Don’t buy incomplete sets or games with missing pieces at yard sales. Buy objects with all of their original parts and their original boxes whenever possible. Instruction booklets, packaging and original boxes increases the value of a board game by as much as 15 percent.

get a bargain price just by moving an item from a higher-priced table onto a lower-priced table. Don’t Buy Damage Condition is a key to value. If you pick up a completely tattered linen from a yard sale thinking that it is some great 19th Century quilt made by a group of Amish seamstresses, you are probably paying hard earned money for the same rag that you’d let your husband use to wax the car. Just because it’s someone else’s tattered piece, doesn’t make it a wonderful antique. Don’t fantasize about a yard sale find. If a yard sale item is in poor condition, leave it on the lawn.

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In the Provenรงal Style Couple finds familiar French ambiance in new home Text by Cheryl Alexander | Photography by Mike Willcox, EMOMEDIA | Home Developer, Pool by Bastide Homes Architecture by George Tracy | Interiors by Maria Tracy, R.I.D. | Landscape by Dwight Rozier

The entry features an arched steel front door. Coat closet is enclosed with a repurposed antique pine door. Plaster inset ceiling with antique wood lantern lends a uniquely authentic European touch. The stairwell features a limestone wall and the limestone treads are sanded in the middle to convey a sense of wear. Reclaimed antique doors open to the library. | The exterior facade is balanced with authentically applied stone and stucco, setting the stage for the French Provenรงal design throughout the home.

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F The dining room groin vault ceiling resting on cornerstone columns enhances the romantic ambiance of the space. The arched antiqued mirror doors conceal an ample china cabinet closet. | Arched gates open into the porte cocherer.

or the past decade, the professional couple (both physicians) whose home is featured here, lived, worked and started their family in France. Both Texas natives, they met while in medical school in Houston and married after dating a few years. To add some excitement to their lives and to add some variety to their careers, they both took jobs in a hospital in the countryside of the Provence region of France. “We both learned the French language at an early age,” the wife explained, “and we traveled in Europe during college. We fell in love with the French culture — and each other — so when the opportunity to live and work there presented itself, we grabbed it.” The couple flourished there and

started their family, relishing and immersing in the lifestyle, architecture, food and community of their adopted home. Declared the husband, “No less than the food and art of the region, we really loved the architecture of Provence, especially the country homes.” Though this couple lived in a townhouse, they were able to emulate some of the style and ambiance they admired so much in the large, country manors they visited and toured. He continued, “There are no such things as ‘built-ins’ in most authentic European dwellings, and antique or vintage is the norm. Everywhere has a little wear-and-tear, something reclaimed or re-purposed, which is what we found so charming about the buildings.”

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Though the couple loved living in France, they both knew that they’d eventually move back to Houston to raise their children and return to the proximity of their families. So when their contracts were finished, they began preparation for a move back stateside. “I connected with a family friend/realtor from Houston and began online searching for a home we could love, and though I saw lots of great, amazing spaces, none really tugged at me,” the wife said. One day, the couple was on the way to look at another house for sale on the same street and passed one under construction. They liked the look of the façade, the placement of the home on the lot, the size of the home and the name of the builder. “We had friends who had used this company to build their home.” They made an appointment for a showing, and that was all it took. What they saw when they toured the home took them right back to the village in France in more ways than one. The team of Ben Crawford and Tracy Design Studio has made perfecting the expression of a Provençal Manor House – a bastide – the cornerstone of their business, Bastide Homes. Together the team works to produce a casually chic, understated elegance through the use of authentic regional repurposed materials and exquisite, uniquely European design.

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Library with antique Belgian sphere light pendants. Rug from Madison Lily. Art from Dean Day Gallery. Upholstery provided by Custom Creations. | Original chromone on antique door leading to library. | The â&#x20AC;&#x153;keeping roomâ&#x20AC;? adjacent and open to the kitchen allows for interaction between cook, guests, and family members. Custom fireplace and plush seating options provide a warm aesthetic and comfort. | Repurposed hardware fits perfectly with the antique pine door leading into the powder room. | Gray blue plaster in the powder room complements the found vessel used as the sink. KATY LIFESTYLES & HOMES | AUGUST 2014 |

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This cosmopolitan couple never dreamed they would find a home with the European style, elegance and architecture they’d loved and grown accustomed to while living in the Provence region of France. But they did. “The word ‘Bastide,’” explained Ben Crawford, the developer, “means ‘fortress.’ It provided protection in the Medieval Ages. The County Seat was later governed in a Manor, a large freestanding house. The connotation of the word ‘manor’ evolved to evoke images of gracious living in a large, inviting and comfortably aged setting. These are the cornerstones of our mission at Bastide Homes — to build homes which infer a sense of pedigree, a certain status in the community, about the people who live there.” “We also want to include an aesthetic,” added Maria Tracy, Bastide Homes’ interior designer, “that is not showy or ostentatious, but rather casual in its setting and rich in its use of materials and how they are put together.” Several features of the home’s design make

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it uniquely European, which is the specialty of this team. One such component is the use of local, native materials and the repurposing or reclaiming of antique and vintage finds. All over the home, native Texas limestone is used—on the floors, the walls and elsewhere. In the kitchen, for example, the oversized island is hand waxed limestone; the fireplace in the billiard room with its 72-inch box is made of and surrounded by limestone; the stairs are also limestone and beautifully sanded in the middle to create a nicely worn, old world authentic feel. Several walls in the home are clad with 8 x 12 limestone, and where there isn’t stone, there is smooth, timeless, cool plaster — distinctively old world and luxurious. Additionally, mixed northern hardwoods are utilized on floors and for built-ins. “We also repurposed the wood from an old barn in

THESE PAGES: The comfortable assembly of antique beams and random sizes of limestone stones cover the island and range top. Beadboard face cabinets contribute to the authentic collection of materials. Chateau Domingue antique concrete tiles were used as the backsplash. Bar stools by Custom Creations. | The Billiard Room runs east to west and allows the room to engage visually with all the exterior spaces. Art from Dean Day Gallery. |The grand foyer features an axial architectural design. No matter which way you look–right, left, even upward– there is symmetry of design that is dramatically appealing.

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Wisconsin,” explained Crawford, “and sawmilled the beams to one-inch thick to use on the floors wherever possible. This allowed us to authentically create that worn, distressed wood finish that makes even a brand new home immediately feel so comfortable.” George Tracy, the architect, used an axial architectural design for this home, another distinctively old world European design concept. Simply put, axial architecture is the symmetrical layout of a building, part of a building, or a group of buildings, or of spaces in each case, around or along an axis — in this home’s case, the grand foyer. No matter which way you look, to the right, left or even upward, you find symmetry of design that dramatically appeals to the eye. And before you think such symmetry might be monotonous or boring in any way, rest assured that is not the case. Though you can stand in the foyer and see from one end of the home to the other, each space is defined distinctively from the others by the height of the ceilings as well as the unique features of each ceiling. In the foyer, for example, the ceiling is domed, plastered and painted in the same fresco style used by Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel. In the dining room, the ceiling is groin-vaulted with stone on the corners to further define the space. The billiard room includes plaster and exposed beams, while each bedroom has a different ceiling, with a dramatic barrel arch in the master. The floors, too, in the bedrooms are definitive — all sea grass. The master suite also offers a uniquely European feature — a Roman bath. This entirely “wet” room is completely enclosed by stunning tile walls and fabulous glass doors. The tub, showerheads, benches, steam are all contained here and the effect is utter luxury. Provençal ambiance is additionally attained through the use of certain reclaimed elements throughout the home, as well as the use of furniture, rather than

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THESE PAGES: The baker’s island in the kitchen is topped with carrera marble, and the window sill is clad with a zinc top. Antique cabinet doors were built into the kitchen staple pantry while a baker’s hutch was custom built to the left of the steel back door. | The butler’s pantry provides ample storage. Antique windows were used as doors for custom cabinets. Linen drapes add softness to the space. | Mud room lockers were outfitted with antique shutters for a clean uncluttered look. The caterer’s kitchen has a large Shaw farmhouse sink, zinc counter top and antique wood floating shelves. | Outdoor dining area overlooks pool and other outdoor living spaces.

traditionally American “built-ins.” Maria explained, “In Europe, the buildings are old and come ‘as is,’ so you’ll find that families will bring in furniture for storage, even in the kitchen and bathrooms. To lend authenticity to this home, that’s exactly what we did.” Not only are all of the interior doors reclaimed antiques from France and Belgium, but in the bathrooms and in the kitchen, there is antiqued or custom built furniture rather than cabinetry. The lighting throughout the home, too, is reclaimed antique or made authentically in an Italian Atelier. The exterior doors and all of the windows downstairs are steel as done in Europe; the beautiful picture windows in the dining room were influenced by the acclaimed designer John Saladino. Additionally, a truly Provençal home offers its inhabitants and their guests a

plethora of outdoor spaces to enjoy along with all of the grandeur indoors. This home is no exception. There are no fewer than five outdoor spaces, each as lovely as the other and each as inviting as any of the rooms inside. Comfortable furniture, interesting accessories, essential shade and lovely landscaping beckon from every window in every room. If history makes a home feel comfortable, then this team of experts, along with this particular family, has hit the mark on this newly constructed Old World abode. This cosmopolitan couple never dreamed they would find a home with the European style, elegance and architecture they’d loved and grown accustomed to while living abroad. But they did. With a little bit of fortuitous intention and the right team of developers, they managed to find right here the familiar ambiance of the charming Provençal village they left behind.l

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Function and Flair in Your Kitchen On-trend sinks and faucets make for easy updates

With its sleek look and innovative features, this KOHLER Bellera pulldown kitchen faucet combines an elegant, versatile design with exceptional ergonomics and functionality. The high-arch spout rotates 360 degrees and reaches over the tallest pots, while the compact, three-function sprayhead pulls down into the sink for up-close tasks, or out of the sink to fill pots. KOHLER's new docking system, DockNetikâ&#x201E;˘, secures the pull-down sprayhead to the spout using magnetic force.

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SUPER SINK OPTIONS When selecting a kitchen sink, your first thought should be your countertop, as your sink options are somewhat defined by your countertop: • A solid surface countertop of manmade material, natural stone, concrete or wood allows for under-mounted sink installation creating a cross-section view of the countertop and a clean, simple line. • A “tile-in” edge sink is designed to mount flush with a tiled surface, offering a built-in, grouted sink edge. • Self-rimming, drop-in sinks work well with any countertop material but have a raised lip that may interfere with cleaning, depending on the sink material. Additionally, when choosing kitchen staples, function is primary and style is secondary. Select a sink that is efficient and will endure years of daily use. Consider how you plan to use the sink. Stainless steel sinks Kitchen sinks are typically made from stainless steel, enamel-coated cast iron, solid surfaces and composites. If you have granite or engineered stone countertops, most experts recommend stainless steel sinks because of their undermount capability. Also for families who may be hard on sinks, stainless is a great choice, and remember lower-gauge stainless steel makes for a better quality sink. If you’ve previously found stainless sinks noisy, thanks to modern technology that problem can now be addressed by choosing a design featuring sound-absorption technology. Continued on page 49

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Constructed from premium, durable 16-gauge stainless steel, this large, deep single bowl sink from the Moen 1600 Professional Series is built to withstand your toughest chores, creative cooking whims and heaviest pots and pans. Exceptional sound deadening and a wear–resistant uniform brushed finish — backed by a lifetime warranty — assure the functionality and beauty last. The square shape lends a contemporary feel to this design.

New pullout kitchen faucets are the ideal choice for homeowners wanting to create a sleek and chic statement at the sink. Continued from page 47

Another concern about stainless sinks is the worry that over time, denting or scratching will mar the surface. Most manufacturers now utilize new technology for stainless sinks which creates a scratch barrier, protecting and maintaining the pristine look.

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Cast iron sinks Once the standard in kitchen sinks, enamel-coated cast iron still occupies a big place in today’s kitchen sink market. They’re considered one of the most beautiful sink options available today. However, be aware that enamel can scratch and wear over time, which may not make this sink the best choice for people who are tough on sinks. Solid surface sinks If ease of cleanup is important, a solid surface sink that’s an integral part of a countertop is the option to investigate. Solid surface sinks create a much smoother clean-up area to deal with. While minor scratches can be buffed out of a solid sur-

face sink, the material is prone to chip, and transferring hot pots and pans directly from the cooktop to the sink can damage solid surfaces. There are several types of composite sinks, a newer style solid surface sink, on the market. You’ll find that the polyester/acrylic variety comes in at a lower price point than granite. With many colors to choose from, this sink might appeal to homeowners on a budget, but be aware that polyester/acrylic sinks aren’t as durable as other options and can be more difficult to clean. FAUCETS WITH FINESSE The faucet facelift is an update everyone should indulge in, and one that can instantly add style and flair. According to the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), contemporary styling is the fastest-growing kitchen style in 2014, so the group encourages consumers to go bold with fixtures. To easily obtain this look, the new pullout kitchen faucets are the ideal Continued on page 51 KATY LIFESTYLES & HOMES | AUGUST 2014 |

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choice for homeowners wanting to create a sleek and chic statement at the sink. Many collections of stylish, modern faucets encompass a slim, sleek design, including an innovative, integrated pulldown wand which neatly docks inside of the spout, and most are available in both single-handle pulldown kitchen and bar/prep pulldown models. Choose the faucet finish and shape option that will match or complement the other fixtures in the kitchen. Most designers these days steer clients away from brass finishes. Brass works well for a low-use area, but in a high-use area like a kitchen, opt for chrome, polished nickel, brushed nickel or pewter. If your kitchen is more contemporary, you may opt for a more geometric angular design; if your space is more traditional, then a curved, embellished faucet may be more appropriate.

Along with style, also consider your new faucet’s function. Again, like your sink, select the faucet that will make your kitchen tasks more efficient. A faucet with a ceramic disk valve and solid brass base materials will be the most durable. Many experts steer clients toward single-lever faucets in the kitchen and recommend spray arms—whether the sprayer is part of the spout or a separate piece. From preparing meals and washing dishes to watering plants and filling pitchers, you’ll quickly notice the difference made simply adding the spray arm. The sink area is among the most hardworking of kitchen spaces, and the faucet in particular, gets the toughest daily workout. Because of their constant use, updating the sink and faucet will immediately improve the function and flair of your prep space. l

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“Dramatic Asian Flair” took the overall Best Bath award as well as 1st Place Powder Room for designer Sol Quintana Wagoner and co-designers John Kavan and Vanessa Tejera. The room makes a memorable, dramatic impression, especially the stunning arced onyx sink with gold fixtures and a rustic Asian-themed wood frame on the curved mirror.

he National Kitchen & Bath Asso ciation (NKBA) revealed this year’s 18 category and 11 specialty award winners at an exclusive awards ceremony on the eve of the 2014 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS®). Sol Quintana Wagoner from Jackson Design and Remodeling, San Diego, Calif., earned the Best Bath Award for her contemporary, Asian-themed powder room. It featured an elegant black pocket door with Shoji-style panels, an ochre wall, sensor-activated lighting system, and an arced onyx sink with gold fixtures — a meticulously planned room with glamour and sophistication galore. “This year’s winners offer a stunning variety in themes, styles and finishes,” says 2014

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NKBA President John Petrie, CMKBD. “From English Cottage to Farmhouse styles and Contemporary Asian to Coastal themes, these winning designs demonstrate creativity, precision and versatility! I’m very proud of my fellow member designers, who are indeed a vital part of our association.” While expert industry designers served on the judging panel to select the top designs of 2014, consumers had a say as well. The NKBA People’s Pick Awards, featured on HGTV.com, declared two winners, selected solely by consumer votes. More than 15,000 votes were cast, the designs were viewed more than five million times, and the images were re-pinned on Pinterest more than 7,000 times. A panel of seven certified industry experts

evaluated nearly 400 entries for projects from across the United States and Canada in the 2014 Design Competition. Each judge was either a Certified Master Kitchen and Bath Designer (CMKBD) or both a Certified Kitchen Designer (CKD) and a Certified Bath Designer (CBD). While each winning designer embraced myriad styles, materials and finishes, they conformed to one common motif: excellence. This year’s competition was supported by the following sponsors: Platinum: Jenn-Air, Waypoint Living Spaces, DuPont Surfaces, and GE Monogram; Gold: Delta Faucet and Hafele; Silver: 20-20 Technologies, Miele, SieMatic, The Home Depot, Mode, Danze, American Standard, Rev-A-Shelf, Wellborn

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Cabinet, HGTV Remodels.com, and True Professional Series; and Bronze: Hansgrohe, Joneca Corporation, and Pixi. This month, Lifestyles & Homes features the NKBA’s Bathroom design winners. The 2014 Kitchen winners were featured in the July issue. The Bathroom design categories were: • Powder Room (must contain a sink and a toilet, no tub or shower) • Small Bathroom (less than 55 square feet) • Large Bathroom (more than 55 square feet) The judges scored on: 1. Safety and Ergonomics; 2. Elements & Principles of Design; 3. Design Planning; 4. Creativity; and 5. Presentation.

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Dramatic Asian Flair — Catering to the clients’ affinity for Asian and contemporary themes in an alluring atmosphere, this powder room makes a memorable, dramatic impression. The original powder room dwelled in colors, materials and fixtures that were run-ofthe-mill. A sliding window above the toilet was covered with shutters, creating extra clutter; a swing door made the space feel even smaller; and the room had very little storage. While the new design called for a free-standing vanity, an exhaust vent coming up through the vanity could not be moved. Incorporating contemporary and Asianinspired elements, improving functionality, making the powder room seem more spacious without adding square footage, and bringing in more light and texture to the room were the top priorities of the clients, a couple who frequently entertain guests from their professional circle. In order to address these concerns, this space underwent a major renovation that conveyed a glittering sense of drama in a small area, featuring a simple, elegant black pocket door with Shoji-style panels. An

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2ND PLACE POWDER ROOM

“Rising From the Ashes” earned designer Lori W. Carroll the 2nd Place Powder Room award. After a devastating fire that destroyed the clients’ home, some materials were saved, including tile, wall sconces and a ceiling pendant. The tumbled Sienna Travertine mosaics on the feature wall convey a warm, antiquated look for a colonial ambiance perfect for this powder room renaissance.

ochre wall, designed with a strip of flowing niches, displays treasured collectibles, concealing the venting system and allowing the addition of a free-standing vanity. Behind the vanity, an impressive expanse of tile gleams in deep hues of ebony, gold and dark brown, illuminated by gold-leaf lighting. The sensoractivated lighting system is designed on a cable system housing height-adjusting weights – a functional solution with Asian roots. A curved mirror with a rustic Asian-themed wood frame is the backdrop for a stunning arced onyx sink with gold fixtures, which appears to glow with creamy luminescence. The sliding window above the toilet was replaced with a fixed window with obscure glass, reducing clutter and adding natural light to the room. A natural stone floor in dark black with metallic gold sparkles provides a striking foundation to this extraordinary room. In the small hallway, located directly outside the powder room, an impressive bamboo linen closet with an Asian motif provides generous storage, also making a statement as a piece of art. This

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2ND PLACE SMALL BATH

1ST PLACE SMALL BATH

“Off to the Beach” is the theme for the 1st Place Small Bath winner designed by Tim Scott. The simple color palette of driftwood-hued floor tile, seafoam colored walls and blue/sand glass backsplash evokes the feeling of a tranquil day at the beach.

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Small Bath, 1st Place Tim Scott, XTC Design Incorporated Toronto, Ontario Co-Designer: Erica Westeroth, CKD, NCIDQ

Off to the Beach — This bathroom’s driftwood hued floor tile, blue/sand glass backsplash and seafoam colored walls evoke a feeling of a tranquil day at the beach. Designed for a family of three, the space feels natural and comfortable, and is easy to maintain. The designer incorporated a small foot-print from an adjacent bedroom closet to allow enough depth for a walk-in shower. The sink area was relocated to the opposite wall to provide ample counter space and storage for three users. The large expanse of framed mirror visually expands the space and helps bounce the light. Other special features such as the wood-like tile floor and the exposed thermostatic shower valve blend into the bathroom’s simple color palette and subtle texture.

“A Shoreline Stroll” earned designer Leslie Lamarre the 2nd Place Small Bath award. The lovely pool bathroom is conveniently located steps from the family pool, is accessible inside and out, and has a beach-like feel. The tumbled glass mosaic looks and feels like beach glass.

Large Bath, 1st Place Laura Stein, Laura Stein Interiors, Inc. Toronto, Ontario Co-designer: Natalie Graziano

Contemporary Sophistication— This dated condominium bathroom underwent a major renovation, with the designers working within the constraints of using the original plumbing and footprint of the space. In order to meet the challenges of providing a large storage area in a relatively small bathroom, bringing in good lighting in lieu of natural light, and catering to tall clients when the bathroom’s dropped celling cast a closed-in and claustrophobic feeling, the designer implemented a series of creative solutions. The large tub area was converted into a shower with a bench, and the existing shower stall was transformed into a linen closet. One of the two existing sinks was removed, allowing two large storage towers to be installed in this new space above the vanity. Double sconces on either side of the sink provide ample light for make-up and shaving.

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Three additional recessed lights were installed in the main part of the room, and a moisture-resistant recessed light was installed in the shower. The ductwork, relocated to the perimeter of the room, allows the ceilings to be raised. The detailed striped tile work in the shower sports three different types of tiles, expertly installed to create an interesting and dramatic focal point.

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The Stay-cation Spa — This professional couple craved a spa-like retreat to help recall memories of relaxing vacations. Catering to the contemporary, yet meditative simplicity that the clients sought, the renovated bathroom truly enhances the experience of luxury. Soft curves create the flow of space and relaxing visual lines — a floor to ceiling, concave wall creates the boundaries of the shower. This partition supplies storage niches on one side while the outside curve creates a tiled accent where sheeting water flows, kindling the therapeutic sound of circulating water. A sliding door glides easily over the toilet room for privacy. The sculptural tub repeats the theme with an elegant ellipse. Doors over the vanity create the minimal look of all drawers, hiding asymmetrical pullouts and plumbing traps. Large, beige directional texture tile creates a basket weave pattern, and a beautiful pebble floor adorns the shower area. A collective whisper of respite from the world!

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Beauty on a Budget— In need of a big change on a small budget, this space, previously an upstairs hall bathroom for kids, needed to be transformed into a beautiful, welcoming bath for guests. The main challenges of the space were the dated materials, a 1980s glass block window, and rotting floor. The painted, custom cabinetry creates a neutral backdrop from some stunning finish options. Subdued yet efficient, double sconces found at a floor clearance sale replaced the harsh vanity lighting. An elegant, dark gray quartz countertop (bought as yard stone) adorns the painted cabinetry. Fun, jeweled knobs add a dash of color and a hammered nickel vessel sink works with the overall aesthetic. The rustic round mirror, found in an unused bedroom, works perfectly, finishing off the space with an eclectic look. The existing tub was retained, but the surrounding, dated fiberglass was changed to Calcutta gold marble, running in a classic subway pattern. The focal point of this shower is the beautiful custom glass tile in the center, sitting under the new rectangular transform window. A colorful and whimsical shower curtain serves as a beautiful canvas, and new, modern, gray floor

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The 2nd Place Large Bath winner, “The Stay-cation Spa”, also earned The People’s Pick award for designer Janice Stone Thomas and codesigner Alia Richards. It caters to the contemporary yet meditative simplicity the clients sought. Soft curves create relaxing visual lines — a floor-to-ceiling concave wall creates the boundaries of the shower.

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A Step into the Savannas — As a remedy for the existing master bathroom that lacked sophistication and attention to detail, the clients wanted a spacious, well-lit bathroom that connected to the master bedroom and resonated with its more refined architectural style. Introducing a layered lighting scheme and light colored, reflective surfaces brings a bright, refreshing feel to the space. A glass shower door replaces the original solid tub/shower wall, enabling an open feel to the room. Bathing, washing and toilet areas are treated as individual, formal, symmetrical compositions, connecting to one another for a unified architectural expression. The addition of a second 30-inch door provides for a

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“Contemporary Sophistication” garnered the 1st Place Large Bath award for designer Laura Stein and co-designer Natalie Graziano. Two large storage toweres were installed in a new space above the vanity for the tall clients.

more generous, open “suite” connection to the bedroom. A palette of classic forms and materials unifies the space and connects it to the similarly refined forms of the bedroom. Adding to the distinctive style of this stunning bathroom are special features like the silver-tray ceiling with crystal chandelier, the Calcutta marble floor laid on a herringbone with inlaid tile rug, a niche for art or flowers behind a freestanding tub, frosted glass French entry doors and a unique toilet storage/ display cabinet. Fresh and revitalizing, like a step into the savannas!

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Graceful Appeal with a Purpose— This master bathroom was meticulously designed for a paraplegic client and his girlfriend to make them feel at home, yet accommodate the medical issues. Understanding the client’s physical capabilities, a 42-inch wide pocket door was designed, allowing it to

pocket in 36 inches, leaving a 36-inch clearance and 6 inches to attach a large handle to both sides so the client could push it open and shut. To accommodate a ceiling track lift system, a ceiling that included the radius features of the rest of the house was designed, concealing the track. The system would lift the client from his bed through the bathroom door, over the

“This year’s winners offer a stunning variety in themes, styles and finishes,” says 2014 NKBA President John Petrie. tub, the hat box toilet, the new artistic bidet, into the shower, over the wall and into the changing table, and then into his wheelchair. In order to make this system functional, a Control 4 system was integrated for the client to run all the lights and smart home systems. Sections of the track lift were reengineered by the manufacturer to comply. An elegant

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“A Haven at Home” earned the Green Design award for designer Elina Katsioula-Beall. Below the tub deck, a water pump feeds the greywater to the garden, and a natural tapestry of grey pebble rocks behind the tub offers a spa-like backdrop. The streamlined cabinetry is gray-washed bamboo.

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“Graceful Appeal With a Purpose” - This gorgeous Universal Design winner by designer Shawn McCune was planned for a disabled client and pleases on an aesthetic level as well. A concealed ceiling track lift system moves the resident from his bed into the bathroom.

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looking carefully sculpted water system assists the client in his cleansing routines. The shower features a two-drench system with a zero clearance system. A custom stainless steel shower caddie was built to accommodate a curved wall, and a remote-opened shower system was integrated. The client will then finish up his routine in his non-standard ADA vanity. Carefully catering to the client’s specific needs, this sophisticated bathroom is fully functional and ready to serve!

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A Haven at Home — Aficionados of natural elements as well as recycling enthusiasts, the clients desired their bathroom suite to bring forth a soothing feeling, with a material mix evoking the outdoors and a hidden system to recycle greywater. The layout accommodates an open plan featuring the couple’s long vanity, with the water closet to the right and shower to the left. Across from the shower, the large deck features a bath tub, big enough to accommodate two. Below the tub deck, a water pump feeds the greywater to the garden. Gray pebbles and bamboo, resting on a bed of quiet “anticato” travertine, are the key materials evoking a nature’s retreat. The recycled glass mosaic appears on the shower walls and shampoo alcove. The streamlined, gray-washed bamboo cabinetry includes a hamper, individual recycling below the sinks and mini product-pantries for all toiletries. A natural tapestry of gray pebble rocks behind the tub introduces a spa-like backdrop. Slim sconces wash the stunning texture with a hidden halogen source, which conceals direct light while bathing. This is the ideal escape for environmentalists to relax, wash away urban dust, and restore themselves and their environment! l

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ne of the best things about gardening is the lack of rules. That’s especially true when it comes to color – anything goes! In the garden, there are as many different ways to use color, as there are gardeners. Flower and foliage colors can be chosen to complement the exterior of a house. Colors can be used to make a creative statement, or to create a mood that’s exciting, soothing or somewhere in between. More often than not, we simply choose colors that we like. “There may be no rules about how to use color in the garden, but knowing a little about how our eyes see color makes it much easier to select combinations that will be pleasing to the eye,” says Marlene Thompson, creative director at Longfield Gardens. A color wheel is a great tool for understanding the relationships between different colors. In a color wheel, colors appear in the same order as they do when light passes through a prism and is split into a rainbow.

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Here are three ways you can us a color wheel to suggest appealing color combinations with the three color harmonies below – analogous, complementary and monochromatic – is a great way to discover color combinations that appeal to your creative eye. Some examples are: MONOCHROMATIC COLORS Monochromatic Colors are lighter or darker hues of the same color, such as red, rose and pink, or navy, cobalt and sky blue. Using monochromatic colors in the garden is soothing to the eye and creates a sense of calm. ANALOGOUS COLORS Colors that are located adjacent to each other on the color wheel are called analogous colors. This combination can include either two or three colors, such yellow and yellow orange, or red, violet and purple. Analogous colors always work well together and create visual harmony.

COMPLEMENTARY COLORS Complementary colors are positioned directly opposite from each other on the color wheel. When two complementary colors are combined, they create visual tension because they are so completely different from each other. Complementary color pairs include yellow and purple, orange and blue, and red and green. Using complementary colors in the garden conveys boldness, energy and excitement. About Longfield Gardens: Longfield Gardens is one of America’s top importers of quality flower bulbs. Longfield’s mission is to bring bulb gardening into every home, offer common sense planting information and stretch your dollar by offering competitive prices that are transparent. This simple approach to selling bulbs saves their customers time and money while increasing gardening success. Longfield Gardens carries an impressive selection of spring-planted, fallplanted and winter product lines, as well as information and inspiration. For more information, visit the website at www.longfield-gardens.com or visit the blog at blog.longfield-gardens.com. KATY LIFESTYLES & HOMES | AUGUST 2014 |

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Adults, Brace Yourself! Orthodontic treatments are not just for kids anymore

By Judy Latta side from being prominent celebrities, what do Faith Hill, Katherine Heigl, Gwen Stefani, Tom Cruise, Kate Middleton and Katy Perry have in common? They all opted as adults to treat their orthodontic problems with corrective braces, and according to the American Association of Ortho dontists, these celebrities are part of a growing trend. Today, one in every five orthodontic patients is over the age of 18, and many are in their 40s, 50s and beyond. Academy Award-winner Faye Dunaway was 61 years old when she elected to get braces. A report issued by the Harvard Medical School suggests, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Although childhood is the ideal time to make changes in the positioning of the teeth, more adults are opting for orthodontic treatment and coming away with excellent results.â&#x20AC;? In addition to boosting your confidence and self-esteem, orthodontics can correct a variety of dental problems, including

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misaligned teeth, overcrowded teeth, bite abnormalities, and jaw problems. Without proper treatment for these conditions, you could be at higher risk for cavities, gum disease, ear pain, headaches, and chewing and speech problems, and some of these problems worsen as you age. For this reason, braces can be an important part of maintaining your oral health, no matter how old you are. In the past, many adults would not even consider orthodontic treatment because they could not imagine walking around with a mouth full of metal. Fortunately, however, several options for straightening teeth exist today that are more aesthetic and discreet than traditional stainless steel braces. In some rare cases, only a removable retainer is necessary to make slight changes. In other rare cases, surgery may be necessary. Most often, however, the treatment will consist of braces or aligners, followed by ongoing use of a retainer.

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TREATMENT OPTIONS Orthodontic treatments work by applying continuous pressure to your teeth over time to move them slowly into alignment. As the teeth shift, they loosen from the gum line and move into place, and the bone around the teeth also changes shape to support the new positioning. The process is gradual, generally taking between one and three years, because if the teeth move too quickly they could become unstable. There are several different orthodontic appliances available from which to choose. Conventional Metal Braces—For metal braces, your orthodontist will attach metal brackets to your teeth connected by wires that apply pressure to your teeth to cause the movement needed to move them into proper position. While conventional metal braces are efficient and relatively inexpensive, adults tend to prefer treatments that are less noticeable. Clear Braces—Ceramic braces are similar to traditional braces, but their brackets are made of clear composite materials or tooth-colored porcelain so only the connecting wires are plainly visible. It is possible to coat the wires with a tooth-colored coating, but coated wires are typically less efficient than uncoated wires so they are not often used. The composite materials of clear braces are weaker and more brittle than metal braces, but this is generally not a significant problem for adults who tend to be more conscientious with their orthodontic investment than younger people. Because clear braces are discreet and more affordable than some other options, they are a popular choice among adults. Lingual Braces—Lingual braces are custom-made and attached to the back of the teeth, facing the tongue, so they are not visible when you speak and smile. Your orthodontist constructs these braces by making an impression of your mouth and scanning it into a computer program that designs a plan for braces specifically to fit your mouth. The downside of this option is that, since they are on the backside of the teeth, they can interfere with the movement of the tongue, which can be irritating and uncomfortable, and cause difficulty with speech. Because these braces are custom-made and more challenging to adjust than other methods, this is generally the most expensive option. Clear Acrylic Aligners—Acrylic aligners are clear, removable appliances custom-made from a mold of your mouth that apply pressure to your teeth to move them into alignment. You wear each set for a few weeks, and once your teeth have adjusted, your orthodontist will fit you for a new set. The advantages of aligners are they are nearly

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invisible, easier to clean than braces, and are removable during eating. The disadvantages are that they can be costly, often take longer to work than traditional braces, and some people still need a short period of regular braces following the aligner treatment. While this type of treatment can be effective for aligning the teeth, it is not effective for correcting bite problems. Additionally, patients of this type of treatment must be significantly motivated and self-disciplined because they face the constant temptation to remove the appliance, which can greatly slow down the treatment process. Retainers—After the orthodontist removes the braces or completes aligner treatment, the final step of the process is the retainer, an appliance designed to hold the teeth in their new position while the bones around them stabilize. It is critical to wear the retainer as directed to prevent your teeth from regressing to their original positioning.

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WEST HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER 24 HOUR EMERGENCY CENTER When emergencies happen, you need fast, superior medical care, close-tohome. You need an emergency room staffed by physicians, nurses and technicians specially trained in emergency medicine. You need West Houston Medical Center 24 Hour Emergency Center. WHMC 24 Hour ER Center treats minor to major emergencies, including abdominal pain, allergic reactions, back pain and broken bones. They also treat chest pain, cuts, minor burns and more. Most major insurance plans are accepted, and you can schedule your visit at the website. Their 9-bed ER is one of the largest and most advanced departments in the area. Patients can expect quality care delivered by board-certified physicians, and all lab work and imaging is performed and processed onsite to expedite care. Their affiliation with West Houston Medical Center makes direct admission to a private room at their main campus quick and simple. If you desire to be admitted to a different hospital, they will get you to the hospital of your choice. When an emergency happens, plan to use West Houston Medical Center 24 Hour Emergency Center. Call or visit the website to learn more. 281-232-1600 (some areas may need to dial 1) WestHoustonMedical.com

HOTZE HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTER With cold and flu season just around the corner, no one wants to feel under the weather, especially during the start of the new school year. It is important to protect your family’s health so they can enjoy the transition from summer to fall. Your family’s best defense is to increase their energy levels and strengthen their immune system, naturally. Here are eight simple ways to boost your immune system: 1. Sleep restfully each night. 2. Choose a healthy diet that includes organic fruits and vegetables. 3. Exercise regularly in order to stimulate the immune system. 4. Avoid sugars, which depress the immune system. 5. Breathe slow, deep breaths to relieve stress. 6. Take supplements with immune building properties such as a quality multivitamin, vitamin C, vitamin D, probiotics, zinc chelate, garlic, and echinacea. 7. Stay hydrated. 8. Avoid processed foods. These simple but important choices will help boost your immune system and keep colds and flu at bay, as well as give you the energy you need to have a great school year! 281-698-8698 hotzehwc.com 20214 Braidwood Drive, Suite 215, Katy

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ENERGEE® SPINE CARE Energee® Spine Care is a new and innovative clinic where they work for you and not for insurance companies. Their patients are VIP members, not numbers. Their staff provides conservative treatment for acute aches and pains affecting your muscles, joints, neck and back. But their innovative health maintenance program isn’t just about temporary relief. Their program provides year-round prevention and wellness. Their philosophy is “it’s easier to stay well than it is to get well.” Think about it for a moment. Drugs and surgery have their place, especially for severe and life threatening conditions. But what if you have a chronic problem? One that your doctor says, “You’ll have to live with it”? That’s not good enough. You want relief now. You don’t have to suffer because of high deductibles, limited coverage or no insurance.Their program is affordable for everyone. Make an appointment now and meet a caring team of doctors and therapists who want to build relationships with their patients. Not just manage care. They are people who understand the value of prevention. Energee Spine Care… a revolutionary way to Wellness for the whole family. Call today while individual membership and family plans are still available. 281-347-1515 EnergeeSpineCare 25705 Katy Fwy., Ste. 130, Katy

TEXAS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL WEST CAMPUS Offering expanded access to unsurpassed pediatric care, Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus is Houston’s first community hospital designed, built and equipped exclusively for children. Conveniently located at I-10 and Barker Cypress, Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus offers inpatient and outpatient services and houses the only dedicated 24/7 pediatric emergency room in Greater West Houston. Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus has multiple surgical suites, a minor procedure room and recovery rooms. Both elective and emergency surgeries are performed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. A true pediatric hospital that fosters an optimal healing environment, Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus offers surgery patients the support of a certified Child Life specialist to help normalize the hospital environment and child-friendly amenities like scented flavors of anesthesia. Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus also offers numerous family-friendly amenities including a library, dining area catered by Luby’s, chapel, a playground area for therapy services and multiple playrooms for all patients. 832-227-1000 westcampus.texaschildrens.org

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. featuring Harold W young adult. Addressing their emotional health, academic and social success is no less important then caring for their health. Family Medicine is engaging with the adult patient, who in their busy life needs an advocate to ensure that preventive medicine, mental health and current medical conditions are managed with utmost care. Family Medicine is the opportunity to engage with their senior patients, ensure maximum care for their ongoing needs and an advocate during the retirement years. Treating each individual as a family member is the expectation when visiting Dr. Rios. 281-944-9095 RiosClinic.com 507 Park Grove Lane, Katy

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CY-FAIR HAND AND WRIST NICHOLAS FIORE, M.D. Cubital Tunnel Syndrome is a condition caused by the compression of the ulnar nerve at the elbow, resulting in numbness and tingling in the ring and small fingers. It is not uncommon to be awakened in the middle of the night with the ring and small fingers “asleep” because many people sleep with the elbow in flexion (an action which compresses the nerve). It is diagnosed with a combination of history, physical exam, and nerve study. Early treatment consists of behavior modification, such as avoiding pressure or prolonged flexion of the elbow. When the condition advances untreated, however, it can result in permanent loss of hand muscle, clawing of the ring and small fingers, and numbness. Thanks to technological advances, this condition can be treated “endoscopically” with a 2-3 cm incision as opposed to the historical 10-15 cm incision. Dr. Fiore utilizes the AM surgical system with a clear tube so that the nerve can be visualized AT ALL TIMES and minimize potential injury to the nerve. Patients are moving in the recovery room and typically have no restrictions at 7-10 days. Come see Dr. Fiore today for an evaluation. 281-970-8002 nicholasfioremd.com 11307 FM 1960, Ste. 270, Houston

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ç By Denman Moody

author, The Advanced Oenophile

Marchese Piero Antinori, Tignanello and Antica Possibly the most important wine luminary on the planet

he Antinori family began making wine in 1385—that’s 107 years before Columbus discovered America! Marchese Piero Antinori, possibly the most important and accomplished wine luminary on the planet, is the 26th generation leader of Villa Antinori, headquartered in Tuscany. And his three daughters (Albiera, Allegra and Allesia), all in the family business and primed to take the reins some day in the future, are the 27th. I shall not even attempt here to describe the scope, depth and impact worldwide Antinori has made on the world of wine. Several facts will have to suffice. Antinori literally transformed the Italian wine scene. According to the 1967 DOC law (similar to appellation controllée in France) for Chianti, and in effect until 1984, Sangiovese accounted for between 50 and 80%, blended with 10 to 30% Canaiolo and 10 to 30% Trebbiano and Malvasia (two white grapes). Up to 5% Colorino and certain other grapes were allowed. If this pattern were not followed the wine could not be called Chianti, Chianti Classico or Chianti Classico Riserva. In 1971, Antinori produced a wine with Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon and called it Tignanello after the great Tignanello Vineyard. He hired the top French wine consultant Emile Peynaud to help his wine maker Giacomo Tachis breathe new life into the winemaking scene: more skin contact, riper grapes, no more long aging in large chestnut barrels, but use of small French oak for a short duration, etc. Peynaud went on to help bring Chateau Margaux into a renaissance after it was purchased by the Mentzelopoulos family in 1977. The first commercially produced Tignanello was in 1975 — 80% Sangiovese; 20% Cabernet Sauvignon — to great acclaim. The “Super Tuscan” era began!

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A rare shot of Marijo Moody (usually her husband’s photographer) and the author on the Winery Terrace at Antica.

PETER GRANDOFF

The author (left) and Marchese Piero Antinori.

Although visiting California and thinking about making wine there since 1966, it was in 1986 that Antinori, with another investor, purchased 1,200 acres on Napa’s Atlas Peak. Antinori now owns the entire property, called Antica, and in 1998 purchased another prime 24 acres from which comes the exclusive, limited production Townsend Vineyard. It is not a happenstance that Townsend is approximately the same elevation as the Tignanello Vineyard in Tuscany. Also, the considerable presence of rocks in both vineyards are beneficial to the ripening of grapes — reflective light at Tignanello and radiant light at Townsend. With the fabulous weather, soils, elevation, vine spacing (2,400 vines/acre) and best root stocks, the goal for Townsend is about 3 tons/acre or one bottle per vine! On June 23, 2014, an historic tour/tasting/luncheon event took place at Antica for a select group of journalists. The tasting consisted of two flights, with commentary by Antinori and his estate manager Glenn Silva: 1st flight: Tignanello 1997, 1999, 2004, 2007 and 2011 2nd flight: Antica Townsend Vineyard 2008 (inaugural vintage),

The Antica winery across the vineyard.

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Tignanello, the revolutionary wine of Tuscany.

2009, 2010, 2012 and 2013 (barrel sample). I could produce a documentary about this one day, but in the confines of this article, I’ll just give a brief look at each of these world-class wines: Tignanello (all but one 80% Sangiovese, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc): 1997 — One of the greatest vintages of the last 50 years. Incredible grip and persistence. 1999 — Finesse with complexity and structure. Beautiful red fruits. 2004 — California vintage. Slightly overripe grapes. Gorgeous wine of “clove, black cherries and expresso.” While great at release, Antinori is not sure it will age as well as the others. 2007 — Perfect vintage for Sangiovese. Exceptional balance. Intense aroma. Great aging potential. 2011 — Difficult vintage, but excellent wine of plums, cherries and a hint of mint. Supple tannins. Antica Cabernet Sauvignon Townsend Vineyard, all with gorgeous, deep purpleblack color: 2008 — Only 22% of the grapes used. “Stunning concentration and purity of fruit.” 2009 — Ripe flavors of black currants and notes of mocha. Full-bodied. Long, memorable finish. 2010—Almost perfection. Only 50 cases produced. “…depth, length and persistence.” 2012 — Must be tasted to be believed. Stunning. Reminded me — and I said so — of tasting the stupendous 1986 Chateau Margaux in its youth (and mine) with Paul Pontallier at Chateau Margaux. Elegant. Sensational. Perfect. 2013 (from barrel) — Following 2012, a successive “fairy tale” vintage in Napa Valley. Even smaller berries that add color and dimension. Very rich, yet soft. To be released around May 2015. Possibly another perfect wine. The tasting was followed by a 5-course Italian luncheon overlooking the panoply of lush, green vines that cover approximately half of the other-worldly Antica

You can visit anticanapavalley.com, and if you click on “Wines” and scroll down, you can find locations, including restaurants where you can purchase Antica wines locally — a decent number in the Houston area. And the retail prices are more than reasonable, with the Chardonnay around $35, the Cabernet $55 and the amazing Townsend $95. Tignanello is $105.l

Antica Townsend Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley.

Estate. The pairing Antica Estate wines were: 2013 Sauvignon Blanc; 2012 Chardonnay; 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon; and 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon — all excellent, with the Chardonnay and 2012 Cabernet being my favorites.

Denman Moody is the former publisher of Moody’s Wine Review, which the Washington Post said was “...certainly the best publication in this country for tracking the state of rare and exotic wines.” He was also the contributing editor on rare wines for the International Wine Review in New York from 1984-1990. He is an author, freelance wine writer and wine consultant. Denman is the Texas broker for the wines of Dr. Konstantin Frank, Finger Lakes, N.Y. TheAdvancedOenophile.com.

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Skeeter’s Mesquite Grill 1553 S. Mason Road Katy • 281-398-9260 Snappy’s Café & Grill 5803 Highway Blvd. Katy • 281-391-8163

Fusion Noodle House 27110 Cinco Ranch Blvd. #1100 Katy • 281-394-5377 Orient Café 1315 S. Grand Parkway Katy • 281-395-6969 Orient Express Rst. 20039 Katy Fwy Katy • 281-646-9788 Pei Wei Asian Diner 1590 S. Mason Road Katy • 281-392-1410

Chick-fil-A Cinco Ranch 23860 Westheimer Pkwy. Katy • 281-395-1114

TGI Friday’s 5304 Bell Patna Dr. Katy • 281-644-6625

dessert

Wild Wing Cafe 20940 Katy Fwy Katy • 281-647-9453

BerriPop LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch Katy • 281-394-2167

Willie’s Grill & Ice House 19905 Katy Fwy Katy • 281-492-6700

Nestle Toll House Cafe LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch Katy • 281-371-8101

Chick-fil-A - Katy Mills 25601 Nelson Way Katy • 281-391-5544

Fuddruckers 25407 Bell Patna Katy • 281-644-7616

BMC • BISON • Ferguson • Pella • Daltile Cabinets & Designs • Detering Co. Sliding Door Co. • M&M Lighting • Gulf & Basco Morrison Supply • Sherwin-Williams Natural Stone Gallery • Factory Builder Stores By Design Interiors • MS International Venetian Blind/Carpet One • Ark Concrete

Ray’s Grill 8502 FM 359 Fulshear • 281-553-0099

China Cottage 637 S. Mason Road Katy • 281-492-7832

Texas Borders Bar & Grill 19910 Park Row Katy • 281-578-8785

Freddy’s Café 16830 Barker Springs Rd Katy • 281-579-2288

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Rainforest Cafe Katy Mills Mall 281-644-6200

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Chick-fil-A 369 S. Mason Road Katy • 281-579-9460

Drix Restaurant & Lounge 1850 Mason Rd. Katy • 281-371-2749

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Olive Garden 21220 Katy Freeway Katy • 281- 492-1244

James Coney Island 740 S. Mason Road Katy • 281-395-4555

BArBecue Big Daddy’s BBQ 2002 N. Fry Road Katy • 281-398-1800 Nonmacher’s Bar-B-Que 606 S. Mason Road Katy • 281-392-7666

cAjun Manhattan Sports Bar & Grill 402 W. Grand Prkwy. S. in Times Square Entertainment Katy • 281-395-8555 9’ers Grill 35 S. Grand Parkway Katy • 281-395-1133

Katy Cajun 406 W Grand Pkwy S Katy • 832-437-2716 Orleans Seafood 20940 Katy Fwy, #G Katy • 281-646-0700

Little Bear Chinese Rst. 2002 N. Fry Road Katy • 281-578-2267

Ooh La La 23920 Westheimer Pkwy Katy • 281-391-2253 Sweet Boutique Bakery LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch Katy • 281- 394-5776 Sweet Tooth Shoppe 8503 FM 359 Fulshear • 281-533-0477

itAliAn Antonia’s Cucina Italiana 2001 Katy Mills Blvd. Ste. A Katy • 281-644-6000 Carmelo’s Ristorante 14795 Memorial Dr. Houston • 281-531-0696

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We provide an indoor kids playroom... so parents can enjoy eating out again!

LUNCH Fazoli’s Italian Rst. 505 S. Fry Road Katy • 281-398-6614

Chipotle Mexican Grill 1260 Fry Road Katy • 281-646-8588

Fuzzy’s Pizza & Italian Café 613 B S. Mason Road Katy • 281-579-0100

Chuy’s 21300 Katy Fwy Katy • 832-772-1277

Hasta la Pasta Italian Grill 1450 W. Grand Parkway S. Katy • 281-392-0045

New York Pizzeria 20900 Katy Fwy #L Katy • 281-599-7492

La Finca 23930 Westheimer Pkwy. Katy • 281-693-0140

Pepperoni's Pizza 27110 Cinco Ranch Blvd Katy • 281-394-5565 8510 FM 359 Fulshear • 281-533-0000

Las Alamedas Restaurant and Cantina LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch Katy • 281-347-3030

Rocco’s Italian Restaurant 966 S. Fry Road Katy • 281-828-1191

Los Cucos Mexican Café 16216 Clay Road Katy • 281-855-7099

Roma Pizza & Pasta 930 S. Mason Road Katy • 281-693-2333

Lupe Tortilla 703 W Grand Pkwy S Katy • 281-392-2322

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mediterrAneAn Zoe’s Kitchen LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch Katy • 281-347-1017

mexicAn/ tex-mex Cazadore’s Mexican Restaurant 1344 Pin Oak Road Katy • 281-693-2122

BRUNCH

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El Rancho Mexican Restaurant 2323 N. Fry Road Katy • 281-492-9677 El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant 2002 Fry Road Katy • 281-647-0227

Sushi Hana Japanese Kitchen 1638 S. Mason Road Katy • 281-395-8899

DINNER

El Jarrito Mexican Restaurant 21724 Highland Knolls Katy • 281-579-8844

Johnny Carino’s Country Italian 21875 Katy Fwy Katy • 281-398-5646

Kenzo Sushi Bistro LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch Katy • 281-371-8200

Unwind, relax and enjoy a grown-up meal while the kids enjoy their own playspace. Come and see why Katy families and friends love Drix.

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Ruthie’s Mexicana 1315 S. Grand Parkway Katy • 281-395-1505 Skeeter’s Mesquite Grill 1553 S. Mason Road Katy • 281-398-9260 Sombreros Grill & Cantina 14838 Park Row Blvd. Katy • 281-829-3400 Victor’s Mexican Grille 8525 FM 359 Ste. 300 Fulshear • 281-533-0040 Continued on page 75

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Refreshing Summer cocktails Organic Green Margaritas • 2 ounces silver tequila • 1ounce of Harney & Sons Organic Green w/ Citrus & Ginkgo Iced Tea • 1 ounce of lime fresh lime juice • 2 tablespoons light agave nectar Mix ingredients and pour over ice. Garnish with lime wedge and salt.

Darjeeling Unlimited Mix 1 oz. bourbon with 6 oz. of Darjeeling Iced Tea. Add a splash of simple syrup to taste and pour over rocks.

Peach Bellini • 4 ounces champagne • 2 ounces Harney & Sons Peach Iced Tea • 1 ounce peach puree Pour peach puree and iced tea into a chilled champagne flute. Slowly pour champagne over peach mixture and enjoy.

Raspberry Champagne Cordial hen the days are long and the nights are hot, Harney & Sons Iced Tea is the perfect way to cool down. Add a few more ingredients and you have a unique and refreshing summer cocktail. Harney & Sons Fine Teas created their Fresh Brew Iced Teas so tea drinkers could enjoy their favorite Harney blends iced. Thirty years ago, Harney & Sons founder John Harney learned about teas from his mentor, Stanley Mason. And Stanley, an Oldschool British tea man, only wanted black teas and traditional blends. However,

one day when Stanley was not looking, John began making delicious fruity blends. And when John was not looking, John’s two sons, Michael and Paul, made an iced tea. Today, Harney & Sons offers several Iced Tea Blends: Black Currant, Organic Green w/Citrus & Ginkgo, Green with Coconut, Organic Plain (Black), Peach, Pomegranate Oolong, and Raspberry Herbal. This summer, Harney & Sons puts a fresh twist on classic cocktails. These summer cocktails are great for entertaining or a quiet evening on the porch.

For a closer look at this collection, visit:

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A light champagne cocktail with three layers of color that is as festive in the glass as delicious in your mouth! Try with the Peach tea for a fun twist. Bring 1/2 cup of water just to boil. Stir in tea leaves and sugar, steep for 3-4 minutes. Strain liquid into a small spouted measuring cup, pressing to extract liquid. Pour champagne into 6 flutes, then carefully pour 1 1/2 tablespoons of the chilled tea into each glass. Top with 2-3 raspberries.

Ice Pick • • • •

1.5 ounces vodka 1 teaspoon sugar ½ ounce fresh lemon juice 1 cup of Harney & Sons Plain (Black) Iced Tea Mix vodka, sugar, and lemon juice in a tall glass. Fill glass with ice and fill with iced tea. Stir ingredients together and garnish with lemon.

Jasmine London Lemonade Infuse 10 teaspoons of Dragon Pearl Jasmine into 750ml of a gin of your choice for 2+ hours. Mix in 1 part gin and 5 parts Harney & Sons Lemonade and enjoy! A great twist on a traditional London Lemonade.

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Indoor S’mores

DINING GUIDE CHRISTINA LANE

Girl Scouts celebrate National S’mores Day August 10

Vida Loca Mexican Bar & Grill 21810 Kingsland Blvd. Katy • 281-600-9600

Fish City Grill LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch Katy • 281-693-3474

sAndwiches/ delis

Landry’s Seafood House 22215 Katy Fwy Katy • 281-392-0452

Essence House Cafe 8506 FM 359 South Fulshear • 281-533-0255

Red Lobster 25408 Bell Patna Katy • 281-644-6030

Jason’s Deli 21953 Katy Fwy Katy • 281-693-3354

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Murphy’s Deli 918 S. Fry Road #600 Katy • 281-578-7744 Panera Bread LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch Katy • 281-395-6100 After more than 100 years, it's no secret that the Girl Scouts have perfected the art of making s'mores. From summer nights under starry skies to roasting marshmallows in the microwave, the s'mores recipe has come a long way since it was first documented in the 1927 Girl Scout Handbook. As a toast to this tasty treat, Girl Scouts everywhere will celebrate National S'mores Day on August 10. Although the original graham cracker-chocolate-marshmallow layered method will forever be a classic, unconventional s'mores mirror the imaginative girls of today.

Ingredients: Makes:2 servings • 1 cup chocolate chips • 8 large marshmallows • graham crackers for dipping Instructions: 1. Preheat the oven to 450˚. 2. In a cast iron skillet, add the chocolate chips. Snip the large marshmallows in half and top the chocolate chips with them. (You could also use a scoop of mini marshmallows alternatively.) 3. Once the oven is up to temperature, add the skillet to the oven. Bake for 7-9 minutes, or until the marshmallows turn golden brown. 4. Serve with graham crackers for scooping.

Royce’s Deli & Catering 6191 Highway Blvd. Katy • 281-391-1150 Schlotzsky’s 502 S. Mason Road Katy • 281-395-1001

seAfood Babin’s Seafood House 21851 Katy Fwy Katy • 281-829-9200 Bonefish Grill LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch Katy • 281-394-5099

The Original Marini’s Empanada House 3522 S. Mason Road Katy • 281-391-4273

steAkhouses Perry’s Steakhouse & Grill LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch Katy • 281-347-3600 Outback Steakhouse 20455 Katy Fwy Katy • 281-492-2225 Saltgrass Steak House 21855 Katy Fwy Katy • 281-647-9400 Taste of Texas 10505 Katy Freeway Houston • 713-932-6901 tasteoftexas.com

Captain Tom’s Seafood & Oyster Bar 20525 Katy Fwy Katy • 281-829-6407 Denis’ Seafood House 9777 Katy Fwy @ Bunker Hill Houston • 713-464-6900

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Danielle

Wes Text by Melanie Saxton Photos by Carlino’s Photography

ecause distance makes the heart grow fonder, it is no wonder that the hearts of Danielle Hope and Wes Bily overflowed on their journey to the altar. Not even an international separation could keep them from tying the knot. Danielle hails from Fort Bend and is a recent graduate of The University of Texas, where she earned a BBA in finance. She works for Edward Jones as a financial advisor in Richmond. George Wesley “Wes” Bily also graduated from UT and received a BS degree in mechanical engineering. He works as an engineer for Schlumberger.

Introductions Danielle graduated from high school in June 2008 and could not wait for college life at The University

The couple share a kiss in front of a Texas flag barn in Needville, Texas. • The Bily sign was a gift from a guest. • A tender moment for the future bride and groom. • The bride twirled in her dress during the bridal shoot.

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of Texas. Over the summer, she traveled back and forth between Richmond and Austin for Texas Cheerleading duties. Meanwhile, Wes did some traveling of his own. As a mechanical engineering major at UT, he had an internship that summer with Fluor Daniel in Sugar Land. On weekends he returned to Austin as the Social Chair for Beta Theta Pi fraternity. The couple met at a frat party involving a foam bounce house. Danielle caught a glimpse of a tall, dark and handsome guy holding not one, not two, but three beers. Rather than the colorful Polo shorts worn by the other frat guys, he was dressed in a Columbia fishing shirt and Wranglers. Danielle was decked out in camouflage – not exactly the theme of the party. But according to Wes, she was a

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vision! He went straight for her. There was no wavering. He had to talk to her. Then duty called. Wes asked Danielle to wait while he rushed a fraternity candidate. He made a joke about his great “jeans,” so she cooperated. He returned and they talked for hours. Afterwards, Danielle stalked him on Facebook (of course).

First Date After finishing her cheerleading duties for the week, Danielle drove to Sugar Land from Austin for a romantic lunch date at Chick-fil-A. She was excited and didn't want to be late, and subsequently got pulled over by a police officer. She complained about her ticket all during lunch, but that didn't stop Wes from asking her to dinner that evening.

Courtship The couple dated long distance after Wes graduated in December 2008. He moved back home to Houston and was eventually transferred to Calgary, Canada in February 2011. Danielle moved to St. Louis, Mo. in May 2012, then back to Richmond in October the same year.

Proposal Bridesmaids in pink dresses. • The bride showcases a special brooch on her bouquet while wearing her University of Texas ring. • Mother of the bride and bridesmaids assist Danielle with her gown. • Shoes by Betsey Johnson.

Maintaining a long distance relationship and conducting any sort of personal business across international borders was a challenge. Wes “finally” proposed to Danielle on January 1, 2013. However, their engagement

story started much earlier while Wes was stationed on a rig in Fort Nelson, British Columbia. In January 2012 Danielle visited Wes – and the Calgary Jewelry store. She favored a three stone design in a platinum setting. “Note to self,” Wes thought. “Save money.” He secretly managed to have a custom ring made in Houston and had his best man store it for safekeeping. Fast forward to December 2012. Danielle flew to Canada to usher in the New Year with Wes. She had no idea he planned to propose. Luckily, Wes’ Kiwi roommate was visiting a girlfriend in Houston and was able to bring the ring back to Calgary just in time. Then the East Coast was hit with crippling snowstorms, cancelling the flight for Wes’ replacement on the rig. Worse, Wes was fighting a fever and couldn’t eat or sleep. Not only did he have to deal with illness, but it seemed like he would never get to see Danielle! All three of his roommates met Danielle at the airport – without Wes. That night they took her to her first hockey game – the Calgary Flames. Meanwhile, Wes’ replacement arrived, and he was finally able to reunite with his love. He wanted to propose to her at Banff/Lake Louise where they had one of their first dates in Canada. But between being sick and almost not making it home, they opted to stay in. Still, Wes was determined to reach his ideal spot for the proposal. Unfortunately, he discovered that all KATY LIFESTYLES & HOMES | AUGUST 2014 |

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the hotels in Banff/Lake Louise were either booked solid or astronomically expensive. Since Danielle refused to let him travel with a fever, he had no choice but to pop the question on his gold chenille sofa overlooking a picture window in his ’60s era house. Wes retrieved the mahogany box from its hiding place under an Astros cap in his roommate’s bedroom. As Danielle was unpacking groceries, he coaxed her from the kitchen. In one swift motion he pulled the ring box from underneath a cushion and rolled onto one knee. Then he stumbled over the phrases he’d rehearsed for over a year. The next few seconds were a blur, but Danielle remembers Wes saying, "be your husband," "rest of my life," and "Will you marry me?" Then she realized why he was so adamant about going to Banff. She could not be more excited to marry this man, regardless of where he proposed!

Engagement The week she got home from Canada, Danielle and her parents booked a venue and attended the Bridal Extravaganza. Then she and Wes signed the contract to build their first house in August 2013. They got the keys in March 2014, just in time to say “I do” on April 5.

The Wedding Danielle wanted her own glamorous touches, which included rustic florals and

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her favorite hues of pink. She envisioned a ceremony and cocktail hour followed by an indoor reception. Attire: The bride’s ivory silk taffeta and silk washed organza sculpted strapless gown by Watters had a layered bodice and full skirt adorned with ivory handmade silk taffeta, silk organza flowers and a 60-inch sweep train. A beaded crystal sash was sewn on at the waist. The cathedral length veil was beaded around the edges and adorned with crystals along the bottom. Her “something new” was her bridal attire. Her mother’s garter served as “something old” and “something borrowed.” The bottom of her shoes were her “something blue.” Bridesmaids wore long blush strapless chiffon dresses by Amsale embellished with beautiful rosettes. The groom wore a black Vera Wang tuxedo and an ivory shirt, vest and bowtie. His Larry Mahan black boots were made of full quill ostrich. Groomsmen also wore black Vera Wang tuxedos with ivory shirts, light pink vests, and light pink ties. Floral: The bride carried a medium, multi-level, hand-tied bouquet composed of Vendela roses, white O'Hara roses, white ranunculus, white hydrangeas, and white stock, all wrapped in ivory ribbon. The bouquets for the maid of honor and bridesmaids were composed of white hydrangeas, Vendela roses, white O'Hara roses, white stock, and snowflake spray roses

The groom with his groomsmen and ushers. • The groom wore his future father-in-law’s dress shirt studs. • The groom reads the inscription on a handkerchief made by the bride’s grandmother. • A bucket of beer in the groom’s quarters showcasing the custom koozies.

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The groom’s cake was a complete surprise — shaped like the state of Texas and included a Texas flag and the UT tower. • The wedding cake featured design elements from the bride’s dress • Longhorn chocolate-covered strawberries — a nod to the couple’s alma mater. • Personalized Hershey Kisses by the groom’s mother. • Signature drinks at the open bar included “Blushing Bride” (pink lemonade and vodka) and “Man & Wife Margaritas.” • Centerpieces composed of Esperance roses, hydrangeas, and curly willow were featured on the tabletops sprinkled with Esperance rose petals.

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wrapped in blush ribbon. The flower girl carried a pomander ball composed of stock, hydrangeas, and pink Majolika spray roses. The groom wore a single white ranunculus boutonniere with greenery accents. The best man, groomsmen, ring bearers, and ushers wore clusters of pink Majolika spray roses with greenery accents. Ceremony arrangements included large floral tiebacks of white hydrangeas, white stock, blush stock, pink Majolika spray roses and Vendela roses with pearls and crystals spilling from the floral. The aisle décor of blush pink hydrangea floral clusters were tied with ivory ribbon. Chapel doors were adorned with heart-shaped wreaths composed of white cushion poms, white hydrangeas, white stock, and pink Majolika spray roses. The Wedding Party: Pastor John Lockhart of First Baptist Church in Richmond officiated as parents of the bride, Holly Hope and Ruben W. Hope III, and the mother of the groom, Rachel Bily, looked on. In their thoughts was George Gerald Bily, the groom’s father, who had passed away when Wes was young. Blythe Hope (sister of the bride) served as maid of honor. Bridesmaids included Lindsey Holifield (cousin of the bride), Bree Bily (sister of the groom), and friends Natalie Webb, Veronica Adamcik and Hailey Hanson. Lexi Hope, cousin of the bride, was the adorable flower girl. Devin Bily (cousin of the groom) served as best man. Stephen Saenz (cousin of the groom), Ben Hope (brother of the bride)

and friends Dustin Creek, Jess Randall and Bobby Vaughn were groomsmen. Two ring bearers, Connor Judge and Holden Judge, were also cousins of the bride. Top Wedding Moment: The bride recalls that the groom cried like a baby during her walk down the aisle. Then he started laughing. “In the pictures, everyone is looking at him!” she notes.

The Reception Guests were first treated to an outdoor fireworks display after they watched the couple dance to “My Best Friend” by Tim McGraw. Father and daughter danced to “My Little Girl” by Tim McGraw. Mother and son danced to “Then They Do” by Trace Adkins. Everyone enjoyed the photo booth and a “well wishes camera” by the bar, where guests left a video clip of advice for the newlyweds. A silver hammered vase was displayed on the reception guest book table. The floral arrangement consisted of blush dendrobium orchids, Esperance roses, pink Majolika spray roses, blush hydrangeas, white stock and willow branches. Centerpiece No. 1, a princess vase with curly willow, sat on a crystal drop tray. Apple blossom snapdragons, Esperance roses, blush hydrangeas, white stock, curly willow and pink Majolika spray roses were set off by petals on the tables. A trio of cylinder vases with submerged apple blossom snapdragons, floating candles, and river rocks comprised centerpiece No. 2, also with scattered petals.

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Centerpiece No. 3 was a 6x6x6-inch vase with curly willow and florals of blush hydrangeas, Esperance roses, pink Majolika spray roses, white stock, apple blossom snapdragons and petals scattered on the table. The Wedding Cake: A vanilla cake with vanilla buttercream icing (no filling) soared five tiers and mimicked the bride’s gown. Rosettes adorned the bottom three tiers, with a “layered” look on the top two tiers. The cake topper was by Waterford. The groom’s cake, shaped like the state of Texas, was decorated with the

Texas flag and bordered with chocolate covered strawberries, some dipped in white chocolate as longhorn decorations. It displayed the UT tower in Austin where the couple met, and an oil rig in South Texas to represent the groom’s career. Boots were placed in Dallas (location of the Texas state fair), and a house in Richmond to commemorate the couple’s new residence. Departure: Mr. and Mrs. Bily took off in a Rolls-Royce, leaving behind Whataburger taquitos for guests to enjoy! The Honeymoon: The couple stayed nine nights in the beautiful Maldives. l

A proud father walks his beautiful daughter down the aisle. • The groom awaits his bride. • Ecstatic, the newlyweds celebrate the anticipated words, “Mr. & Mrs. George Wesley Bily.” • A special first dance as husband and wife. • The getaway Rolls-Royce had “BILY” license plates. • Whataburger bacon and egg taquitos were available to hungry guests as they exited. • A departing kiss for the guests.

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Pelican Hill is SoCal’s Own Tuscany All Photos Courtesy of PeliCAn hill

Festa dell’Autunno welcomes Fall with Italian flair

The Resort at Pelican Hill

By Elizabeth Anthony ome October, most Houstonians are ready for a respite from Summer and her tendency to stick around after the love is gone. Come October, we pant for Autumn and her cooler temperament. Come October, we’ve earned a short get-away, anyway. Come October, come to Pelican Hill on the coast of California’s Newport Beach. Come celebrate life at the Festa dell’Autunno.

The Resort at Pelican Hill Aside from the cooler climate — which in October ranges from lows in the 60s to highs in the 70s — the resort’s aesthetic alone is enough to get your mind set on cool. Situated on 504 acres on the Pacific Ocean and built in the style of Italy’s Andrea Palladio (the most acclaimed architect of the High Renaissance and celebrated for his churches, villas, palaces and other grand edifices), Pelican Hill has been internationally heralded for its emphasis on detail unprecedented in the resort world. Just as in Tuscany, Pelican Hill nestles into the hillside along the sea, both engaging and complementary of the natural setting. The resort’s full range of distinctive Palladian elements include rows of arched porticos, barrel-vaulted ceilings, multi-story entry rotundas, graceful corniced columns and courtyards, flowing fountains and archways framing vivid vistas of the sea. Pelican Hill boasts numerous awards for its consistent reputation of indulging guests with

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the finest of everything. The resort features villas with magnificent coastal views and an unparalleled array of appointments, luxurious bungalow guest rooms and suites with private terraces, an iconic “Coliseum Pool” with tiered decks and luxurious cabanas, and more. Festa dell’Autunno Over the weekend of October 10-12, visiting guests and locals will experience authentic Italian cuisine, live entertainment, art and children’s activities at The Resort at Pelican Hill like nothing they’ve experienced before. The Resort at Pelican Hill, So Cal’s very own Tuscany by the Sea, celebrates its fourth annual Festa dell’Autunno and you and your family and friends are invited. The highlight of the three-day series of events, an Italian Street Festa on Saturday, Oct. 11, features regional Italian cuisine, wine tasting, live music, traditional flag performances, visual arts and “Motori Italiani” automobile exhibitions. Open to locals and Resort guests alike, Pelican Hill’s festive autumn series of events, dining and entertainment includes: Guest Chef Wine Dinner at Andrea Ristorante, Friday, Oct. 10, 6–10 p.m. — Savor a multi-course dinner inspired by the freshest autumn ingredients, paired with Italian wines and presented by guest chef Massimiliano Mascia from Ristorante San Domenico, one of Italy’s finest Michelin Star restaurants in Imola; $195 per person

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Festa Executive Chef

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Ocean North Course 17th Hole

Italian Street Festa, Saturday, Oct. 11, noon–5 p.m. — From regional Italian cuisine and wine to live music and visual arts, experience a traditional celebration of the harvest season along the Resort’s olive tree-lined Bungalow lanes; $120 per adult, $55 per child under age 12 Festa dell’Unitá, Saturday, Oct. 11, 6 –10 p.m. — Celebrate the flavors of autumn with a festive al fresco dining experience, with lively music and dancing in a rustic outdoor setting; $140 per person. Carnevale dei Bambini at Camp Pelican, Saturday, Oct. 11 — Pelican Hill’s children’s retreat presents Festa dell’Autunno weekend activities for locals and guests alike. Designed for ages 412, Camp Pelican’s Children’s Carnival includes special afternoon and evening sessions: • Afternoon Session from noon–5 p.m. — Children learn traditional Italian dancing, create their own artistic masterpieces of hand-decorated flags and Venetian masks, and dress up in classic Renaissance-style costumes for a Street Festa procession under the guidance of Italian flag performers; $95 per child. • Evening Session from 6–10 p.m. — Resort chefs teach the art of pizza making, from rolling dough and making sauce to grating cheese and adding toppings. This interactive evening of fun with food also includes popcorn and a movie; $75 per child.

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Spa Treatment Room

Under the California Sun Jazz Brunch, Sunday, Oct. 12, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. — Festa weekend concludes with an ocean-view outdoor brunch, including endless Prosecco mimosas and performances by a jazz trio; $100 per adult, $40 per child under age 12. Festa Weekend Bungalow Package, Available Oct. 11, 2014 — Enjoy the complete Festa dell’Autunno experience with a Bungalow stay along Via Capri, two adult tickets to Saturday’s Italian Street Festa and two adult tickets to Sunday’s Under the California Sun Jazz Brunch. Receive a special Festa dell’Autunno weekend welcome amenity with their compliments; starting from $775 per night, plus applicable taxes, for double occupancy garden-view Bungalow guest rooms. Pelican Hill is a sanctuary of beauty and sophistication that sets a new standard and gives guests the perfect place to play. “Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report recommends Pelican Hill as an ‘Opulent Seaside Retreat,’ ” said Pelican Hill Resort Managing Director Giuseppe Lama. “If you prefer the best summer escape available, then look no further than ‘Newport Beach’s own Tuscan Seaside Village’ for luxury and value.” Event tickets and accommodation packages are available for purchase at pelicanhill.com/festa. For reservations and information by phone, please contact Pelican Hill’s Festa reservation specialists at 855-55-FESTA. Advance purchase recommended, as ticket quantities are limited. All pricing is inclusive

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of tax and service charges, unless otherwise noted Golf. For golfers, there’s the acclaimed Tom Fazio-designed Pelican Hill Golf Club, offering 54 holes of golf unlike any that you’ve ever played before. The course encompasses 36 championship holes on the Ocean North and Ocean South courses and 18 holes at nearby Oak Creek Golf Club. To further enhance your game, add Pelican Hill’s unmatched service and amenities: professional forecaddies, luxurious locker rooms, practice facility, shoe attendants, club cleaning service, golf shop and golf academy. Special golf offer: If you’re traveling with a junior golfer, the resort offers a complimentary junior golfer (ages 8-18) evening round with each full-paid adult evening round, exclusively for same-day tee time bookings. And your golf cart is included; $90 per evening adult round. Spa. The Spa at Pelican Hill — Newport Beach’s only Forbes Five Star Spa. Evoking a 21st century wellness philosophy, this 23,000-square-foot retreat echoes the same distinctive Palladian accoutrements and refinement as the resort itself. Guests encounter a 28-foot-high Palladian rotunda; flowing water and a tranquil relaxation room; 22 private treatment rooms; men’s and women’s Acqua Colonnades with herbal steam rooms, saunas and a regal Roman bath. Full service salon services, a boutique, a spacious fitness center and yoga room. The Spa at Pelican Hill recently introduced the Spa Suite. This luxurious Suite

offers a sumptuously appointed relaxation room, where couples and small groups may unwind in their own personal lounge. Available for reservation by the hour or for a full day, the Spa Suite is the perfect escape for romance, celebration or special occasions. Lodging. Accommodations at Pelican Hill also are extraordinary and lavished with luxury. Aside from the 204 Bungalow guest rooms and suites which offer relaxing and comfortable spaces, including wood-beam ceilings, Italian limestone fireplaces, deep soaking marble tubs and more, there are 128 awe-inspiring Villas which take inspiration from the charming hillside villages of Italy. Dining. For foodies, treats abound for any and every impulse or occasion, but at Andrea Ristorante, the resort’s signature restaurant, guests can enjoy classic Italian cuisine and al fresco dining. Andrea sources the perfect ingredients and implements timehonored practices and preparations to recreate the best of Italy. Diners savor salads made with 100-year-old Balsamic vinegar, delicate milk-fed veal dishes, exquisite pastas made in a one-of-a-kind temperature-controlled Pasta Room, sublime artisan-style gelato made in the Laboratorio del Gelato, and wine from a 2,000-bottle collection predominantly from Italy and notably a number of vintages exclusive to Andrea. l All photos courtesy of Pelican Hill

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If you’re one of the millions of people considering a road trip this summer, choosing the right vehicle can virtually assure a successful journey. Toyota has demonstrated their complete understanding of road trip dynamics with their current Sienna minivan. The new Toyota Sienna is sleek, comfortable, roomy, efficient and oh so versatile. You can load one up with 7-8 people in three rows of seats and still have almost 40 cubic feet of cargo volume available. Accessing all those seats is made easy with large sliding doors and enough headroom for the youngsters to literally walk into the vehicle. For golf outings they are great. Roomy captain’s chairs allow for four adults and the rear cargo area can easily handle four sets of clubs plus luggage. Entry and exit is convenient yet the front seats sit high enough to give the driver excellent all around visibility. The seating is both roomy and comfortable and features like cooled leather seating is available.

Occupants love the access to mobile technology, the dual screen entertainment center and wireless headphones for rear seat passengers. Touch screen navigation technology provides driver information and premium audio systems can fill the cabin with high quality sound. The Toyota Sienna is one of the best cruising vehicles available. The car has good power plus a refined ride, low noise levels and excellent vehicle control. Starting price - $26,900. Whether you are buying or renting consider Sienna for your Summer Road Trips. KATY LIFESTYLES & HOMES | AUGUST 2014 |

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Back to School HOUSTON MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE SUGAR LAND Just off Highway 59 south, the Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land offers fascinating science exhibitions that appeal to all ages. With towering dinosaurs and hours of fun in their giant dig pit to Science on a Sphere, a planetarium, exotic frogs and more – a visit to the museum is always an adventure. See their summer exhibit, Body Carnival: The Science and Fun of Being You, to check your reflex time; test your balance in the 10-foot Dizzy Tunnel; or try to walk a straight line with their vision-distorting Goofy Goggles. Discover more about your body through science. Learn more at the website. hmns.org 281-313-2277 13016 University Blvd., Sugar Land

(Front Row, l-r): Two-year seniors: Emily Smith, Laura Walling, Sarah Dray, Shreya Jois, Abby Rogers; Second Row: Two-year juniors: Andre Oyardo, Jordyn White, Allie Schauer, Johny Craner, (Back Row): New members: Hayden Mott, Taylor High, Angelina DeRose, Alasdair Gourlay, Harrison Dial, Jack Lopez, Catherine Ludolph, Austin Davis, Hannah Manley, Emma deGraaf, Jenny Kane.

CRHS BRAVO FOR 2014-2015 - BRAVO! Congratulations to the recently named Cinco Ranch High School 2014-2015 Bravo Show Choir members. This talented group of students is looking forward to presenting many entertaining performances next school year. Mark your calendars for September 18, 19 and 20 for the Bravo Fall Show. Directors Dorothy Wilson and Brian Miller are excited about the diverse talent this ensemble will bring to the stage. Watch for more information on the CRHS choir website.

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(L_R): Charlie Stevens, Chris Whitten, Cheyanne Kocurek, Dave Worden, Delia Santos, Kirsten Fishbech, Lydia Santos, Jim Parisi and David Wilkinson.

MEMORIAL HERMANN KATY AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS - Six local athletic trainers were recently awarded Sports Medicine scholarships from Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital. Seven Lakes High School’s Kirsten Fishbech and Lydia and Delia Santos, Morton Ranch High School’s Daniela Castro, Mayde Creek High School’s Cheyenne Kocurek and Cinco Ranch High School’s Sarah Wasson each received $500 in recognition of the distinguished service they provided to Katy ISD athletic programs during their high school careers. Each student has big plans for the future. Kirsten Fishbech and Delia Santos will attend Texas State University. Lydia Santos is headed to The University of Texas at Arlington. Cheyenne Kocurek plans to attend Mary Hardin Baylor while Daniela Castro is enrolled at Lone Star College. Sarah Wasson will start her studies in the Texas A&M University Blinn TEAM Program in the Fall. For more information on Memorial Hermann Katy, call 281-644-7000.

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“Sweet Dream Land” by Lois Morton.

LOCAL ART TEACHER WINS AWARD. Former KISD art teacher Lois Morton has been selected as one of the five Merit artists to show at the Rockport Center for the Arts in August. The sixth artist was selected by popular vote. Lois’ 10 original collages and prints will be on display from Aug. 5 - Sept. 5 with a reception from 5 - 7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 9. The center is located at 902 Navigation Circle, Rockport. Lois’ whimsical collages are created from a variety of printed textures on paper and cut out to create the nature compositions. The crane in her latest, “Blue Crabbing” was created by printing sego palm branches for the feathers and tail, and bubble wrap for the sky. A commission piece for one of her former Yorkshire Academy fifth-grade students, Sophia Robinson, was created from appliqués from her baby blanket, as well as material from Sophia’s costumes. Sophia was Captain Hook in Yorkshire’s musical Peter Pan; and Lois incorporated the lace, leather, velvet and feathers to create “Sweet Dream Land.” Lois has taught hundreds of art students for over 30 years in Dallas, Highland Park, Spring Branch, Cy-Fair, Katy and Yorkshire Academy. She has had “MOR-TONS” of fun with her art and her highly motivated art students.

Previously this had been an annual event in January each year, but by adding a June event to the offerings, it has now become semi-annual with the intent to be able to provide more and better scholarships to Katy’s young people. Support for this event goes directly to the community in the form of scholarships which are presented each May during National Elk Youth Week. The Katy Elks thanks each who were able to attend. If you could not be present but would like to donate to this important endeavor, please contact Kelly through the lodge by calling 281-392-2763 or send a check to her attention with “Youth Scholarships” on the memo of the check to Katy Elks, 1050 Katy Fort-Bend Road, Katy, TX 77493. One of the previous scholarship winners, Sydney Anderson, granddaughter of Elk Wayne Harper, was present to assist with serving additional tea, more food and provide a friendly atmosphere for diners reinforcing the Elk motto: Elks Care – Elks Share!

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Members and wives of the Katy VFW enjoying the good food.

ELKS FISH FRY BENEFITS LOCAL YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS. Delicious fried fish, superb hushpuppies and “to die for” designer fries were the order of the day at the Katy Elks Lodge when the Youth Committee, under the direction of Chair Kelly Minnick and co-chair Matthew Minnick, held its first Semi-Annual fish fry Sunday, June 29.

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