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October 2012 Happy HALLOWEEN! What’s New IN OCTOBER Want to look unique this Halloween but don’t want to dish out the cash? We have spooktakular costume ideas! Plus, help a homeless shelter animal by enjoying a fundraising activity for a local animal shelter. We need YOU for our next Garage Sale Committee Chairperson. More inside your October newsletter.
NEWSLETTER ARTICLE DEADLINES Newsletter submissions are due by the 20th of the month for the upcoming issue. Newsletter article deadlines are: November 2012 - due 9/20 December 2012 - due 10/20
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR GARAGE SALE COMMITTEE! Usually in October, Grand Lakes hosts its yearly Fall Garage Sale, but possibly not this year. We need a dedicated volunteer to please be the lead and chair this wonderful community event. If you want to volunteer, contact Sherita at PCMI (281-870-0585 or sjeter@stes.com).
Seeking your special wishes & announcements! This is YOUR community newsletter. Email: monica_vagholkar@yahoo.com with your wishes, announcement, birthdays, anniversaries, accomplishments, etc. You deserve recognition and to share the good news with your neighbors!
Grand Lakes News And so we celebrate the month of October! It’s hard to believe that we are entering the last few months of 2012. Take a moment to reflect upon your last 10 months. How do you feel? What have you accomplished so far? What else would you like to do? If you ask me, I would answer that I have yet to feel one again. Life seems so chaotic and often without any moment of peace. However, I’ve learned to keep things simple and keep even simpler people within our lives. When I hear others complain, I look at them blankly and simply ask them (silently in my mind), “what are you REALLY complaining about?” Sure I have my moments and we all do. But what do we complain about really? Are we complaining about all that we haven’t achieved the last ten months? Do we see that we still have three full months? Please surround your world, your life with good people, good feelings and great spirits. Email me: monica_vagholkar@yahoo.com
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS! Think about volunteering to be a community events chairperson. It’s a great way to get to know your neighbors and build community spirit. Right now, we need chairpersons and co-chairs for the following committees: • Independence Day Celebration committee • Garage Sales committee • Grand Lakes Woman’s committee If you want to volunteer, contact Sherita Jeter, PCMI at sjeter@stes.com or 281-870-0585.
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Looking for a cheap, easy, fast, funny costume this Halloween? Try one of these ideas, sure to be a hit when trick-or-treating or at parties. • Dress up as you normally do. If someone asks what you are, tell them you’re a werewolf. If they ask why you have no hair or fangs, explain that it’s not a full moon. • Get a bag of white balloons and a box. Put the box over your head and cut out holes for your arms. Paint the box a bright color and the word “soap” across it. Then tape the bubbles to the top of the box around your shoulders and head. • Tape a bunch of green or purple balloons all over yourself (wear green or brown clothing underneath). Go as a bunch of grapes. • Throw a white sheet over your head and cut a hole for your head to come through. Wear a yellow hat and paint your face yellow with make up. Go as a fried egg. • Get a box and paint it white. Make holes for your head and arms. Paint or draw black spots on it and go as a die. If you have a partner, make two and go as a pair of dice. • Get some yellow yarn and brown pom-poms. Glue them all over an old sweat suit. Put an old colander over your head as a hat. Go as spaghetti and meat balls. • Wear a clown costume top and paint your face. Get a large box and paint it a bright color. Make a hole for your waist and put it on as if the bottom of a skirt. Go as a jack-in-the-box.
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COMMITTEE ANNOUNCEMENTS
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miPi (formerly MITI) “Moms In Prayer International” MIPI offers moms an opportunity to come together with other moms for one hour of concentrated prayer each week. We pray for our kids, schools, teachers and staff. Here are a few changes in leadership this year. Alexander Elem., Griffin Elem., Holland Elem. and Beckendorff JH are all meeting at Redeemer Baptist with multi-school groups on Monday mornings at 9:00 AM. Contact Kathy Hollister at hfamily6@consolidated.net or Connie Creager at rccreager@ netzero.net for more information. The contact for Seven Lakes HS is Melissa Middlebrooks at mdmiddle@yahoo.com (email). SLHS MIPI will meet on Mondays at 10:00 AM. Please email for meeting locations. If you are interested in finding out more about MIPI, including homeschool, private school groups and Spanish-speaking groups, you can visit www.MomsInTouch.org (their website).
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The Katy Go Club Go / Wei Qi / Baduk: Learn how to play this 4,000-year-old Asian strategy game or find an opponent to challenge you. We are organizing a club to meet weekly or bi-weekly in the Katy area. All skill levels are welcome. Please send an email to Paul Wheeler, Pkwheeler@ti.com with your interest.
GRAND LAKES MEN’S TENNIS GROUP Come and join the Grand Lakes Men’s Tennis Group. We are a group of intermediate level players (USTA rating 3.0 - 4.0) and play twice a week. Email Krish at KARWIKAR@YAHOO.COM for details.
Grand Lakes Woman’s Group for Spanish Speakers A great way to get to know your neighbors, make friends and share stories from our diverse backgrounds. We meet once a month for breakfast or lunch in the home of one of our great ladies. Please call or email Adita Larson for more information at 281-398-7125 or aditalarson@att.net (email).
Grupo de Señoras de habla hispana de Grand Lakes Es una gran manera de conocer a sus vecinas, hacer nuevas amistades y compartir nuestras historias. Nos reunimos una vez al mes a desayunar o almorzar en casa de una de nosotras. Por favor llame o pase un correo a Adita Larson al 281-398-7125 or aditalarson@att.net (email).
The Grand Lakes Asian Indian “DESIS” Group The Grand Lakes Asian Indian Group organizes two meet, eat and greet events each year - one for Diwali and one for Holi. We have been hosting these potlucks for the past few years at the Cow Barn Park. If you are interested in joining, please register online at the Grand Lakes Desis group http://groups.yahoo.com/group/GrandLakesDesis to communicate with other members and receive updates for future events. We look forward to meeting you soon!
The Grand Lakes Strategy Board Game Club The Grand Lakes Strategy Board Game Club meets once a month for an evening of competition. If you are familiar with such games like “Diplomacy,” “Axis and Allies” and “Rail Baron,” then this club is right for you. Email billfox@chevron.com to add your name added to the email distribution list for invitations to future games.
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If you are not in the community email group, go to www.grandlakeslife.com and click “Join Our Mailing List” to add as many email addresses as you like. We do not share these addresses with anyone for any reason. Messages are sent only a couple times a month with items of interest to the community.
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help. CERT members also are encouraged to support emergency response agencies by taking a more active role in emergency preparedness projects in their community. Have you been trained as a CERT member? Leslie Power and Shelia Maneffa are interested in gathering names together of CERT trained individuals who live in Grand Lakes. please email Leslie at freetofly1234@gmail.com if you are a member and would like to be included in this Grand Lakes Team. TEEN CERT trained members are welcome as well. We hope to get to know other CERT in Grand Lakes and be better organized and prepared to help one another in a crisis situation when first responders may not be readily available. visit www.citizencorps.gov/cert if you have not been trained but would like more information. The West I-10 Fire Department holds periodic training classes. Visit their facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/West-I10-CERT and contact Scott Fenwick at scottfen@swbell.net if interested in a class. The classes are held one night a week for 8 weeks at the Fire Department.
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CRIME WATCH UPDATE Earlier this year, several homeowners in Grand Lakes were victims of home burglaries. The burglaries happened during the early evening hours, often while the homeowners were away at dinner. Generally, the intruders broke in through large windows in the rear of the houses, often at the master bedroom. We were fortunate that nobody was hurt, but valuables were taken in each incident and it could have been worse. Participate in Crime Watch and talk to the neighbors next to you, across the street and down the street. Introduce yourself; get to know them and who lives in the household. Encourage them to do the same and pledge to watch out for each other. Don’t hesitate to report suspicious persons to the Sheriffs. Reports from citizens are the best sources of information for law enforcement. Contact grandlakescrimewatch@yahoo.com if you would like to be involved in more organized Community Watch efforts. Emergencies or crimes in progress should be immediately reported via “911.” Non-emergency calls should go to Fort bend County Dispatch at 281-341-4665. Keep your outside lights on after dark and consider a home alarm system if you don’t already have one. You might want to take extra precautions to protect the rear of the house and especially the bedroom suite. Enhanced lighting is a quick, inexpensive and effective way of making your home less attractive to criminals. Lights on photocells are a good option, as they come on whenever it gets dark. Some people prefer motion sensors, but whatever you choose, assess your home for the best options and be sure to avoid adding lights that will shine in your neighbor’s windows. If you decide to add exterior fixtures, you first need to submit an Architectural Review application. The form is on the website. In future issues, we will offer more tips to avoid being a crime victim. please send to mjmeagher@pcmi-us.com if you have a suggestion.
RECYCLING NEWS FOR GRAND LAKES Did you know that you can recycle your GLASS jars and bottles, along with any STYROFOAM? Our community recycling company, Best Trash, accepts glass and styrofoam! It takes approximately 1 MILLION YEARS for glass bottles to decompose and Styrofoam containers - over 1 MILLION YEARS! Let’s ALL try to recycle - with curbside pick-up so there are no more excuses!
Recycling Centers near you! The Ft. Bend County Recycling Center in Rosenberg (just 10 miles away), accepts glass/bottles, Styrofoam and other items. Visit the Ft. Bend Co. government website www.co.fort-bend.tx.us for information. Also, check out Green Arrow Recycling located in Katy, west of Katy High School. Green Arrow accepts paper, plastics, aluminum, electronics, cardboard and other recyclable materials and welcome residential drop offs. Visit www.greenarrowrecycling.com for more information. For students seeking a volunteer opportunity, setting up a recycling program with your school is a great idea!
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GRAND LAKES PET LOST & FOUND
Stop That Barking!
Do you have pets? Love animals? Or do you just want to be able to help your neighbors? Did you know we have a service in Grand Lakes that helps to reunite lost or found pets with their families? If you’re not already receiving pet “amber” alerts, please email Lisa at grandlakes4pets@aol.com and ask to be added to her list. If you ever find a lost pet or lose one of your own you’ll be glad to have this service at your fingertips. Please see more information on page (last page) and in the “Helpful Numbers for Grand Lakes” page in the back.
Dogs left alone all day get lonely, bored and restless. Many find relief in barking. Some respond noisily to any and all activity. Nothing is as annoying as incessant barking-even for dog lovers. If your dog is a yapper or a yowler, please consider some of these bark-abatement ideas to keep the noise down in your area. Your neighbors will thank you!
Pet Poops/You Scoop When your pet poops during your walk, be prepared to scoop and trash. This is a growing issue within the community. Come with a scooper and a recycled grocery bag or anything else. It may not be the most fabulous way to walk your pet, but it does show your respect for every Grand Lakes homeowner and our beautiful community. Pet feces damages lawns and many residents are working hard to maintaining their grass!
KEEP YOUR Pets on Leashes It is the law in Fort Bend County that all pets must be vaccinated for rabies, registered and restrained. All animals when outside of an owner’s means of restraint (i.e., in a fenced back yard) must be on a leash. For the safety of all Grand Lakes residents, please use all precautions with your pets and keep them on leashes when walking pets in the community EVEN IF YOU FEEL YOUR PET IS HARMLESS. If you see ANY animal roaming freely in Grand Lakes, immediately call Animal Control at 281-342-1512. Even if you recognize the animal, be very careful approaching it, as you do not know how it will react; if you can safely retrieve the animal, then call the owner. Otherwise, Animal Control is your best and safest option.
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• Training. Always the first recommendation for any behavioral problem! Training not only helps your dog, you’ll be surprised how much it helps you, too. You may get some insight into why your dog barks so much, or what it is trying to communicate. • Citronella collars. A humane alternative to the electric-shock, anti-barking collar and costs about the same. • Confinement. Sometimes simply bringing an outspoken dog indoors or confining it to a crate cuts down on the disturbance to neighbors. • For inside dogs, reduce stimulus. Close drapes to help muffle street noise, or leave a radio on to mask it. • Companionship. Dogs are pack animals; they need companionship-a cat, bird or another dog. Consider a mid-day visit from a pet-sitting service or drop your pooch off at a friend’s place or a day-care facility once or twice a week.
Grand Lakes Dog Park Grand Lakes welcomes you and your four-legged friend to the community dog park. The park is located in the southeast corner of Grand Lakes: from south Fry Road go south on Rainwood Park Drive, left at Central Park (Grand Brooks Lane), left on Emily Park, left on Grandwood Lane, then right on Calico Crossing. The park and parking lot is on your right toward the end of the street.
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5 steps to a happier healthier pet
Protect your pet from extreme weather (heat, cold, rain, etc). Keep indoors or in a fenced yard and on a leash when walked. Make sure they’re up to date with vaccinations. Always make sure they’re wearing identification, so they can be returned to you if lost. 5. Spay or neuter your pet. Texas Lab Rescue has labs available that are waiting to go to their forever home. Please go to txlabrescue.org to check out their website.
“Unleash Our Hearts”
The Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is seeking partners across the country for donations in rebuilding their facility, which was destroyed by hurricane Katrina. The Katy community was overwhelmingly instrumental in supporting families that were displaced after Hurricane Katrina through the support of Katy ISD, local businesses, various community organizations and churches. We are, once again, given the opportunity to “unleash our hearts” and be a part of the rebuilding of Louisiana SPCA. The website www.la-spca.org provides information regarding the Come Stay Heal Capital Campaign. Donations can be made online or checks made payable to Louisiana SPCA Capital Campaign, 701 Thayer Street, New Orleans, LA 70114. For questions and comments, please contact: Laura Maloney, Chief Executive Officer Louisiana SPCA, 701 Thayer St., New Orleans, LA 70114, PH: 504-368-5191, ext. 200, laura@la-spca.org (email). Your gift is tax deductible to the fullest extent provided by the law.
GRAND LAKES WEBSITE Go to www.grandlakeslife.com for the latest and greatest about the Grand Lakes community. The website is available for all Grand Lakes residents.
GRAND LAKES’ PARKS In an effort to ensure our common areas are available for use and in a usable condition by the residents of Grand Lakes, the Board of Directors is installing signage notifying the residents that the park is only open for use during daylight hours and the consequences should anyone be caught causing damage to the park. Please speak with your children and report any suspicious behavior you may witness as a resident to the Fort Bend County Sheriff at 281-341-4665 (non emergency).
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Bike Racks Grand Lakes’ residents are advised to lock up bikes when utilizing community parks and facilities. Bike racks are installed in various areas throughout the community.
AVAILABILITY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES Grand Lakes’ facilities are available at first come first serve basis. These facilities include, but are not limited to: Tennis Courts, Park areas, Town Square gazebos/sitting areas, Greenbelts (walk and bike trails), Community lakes, etc. The facilities cannot be reserved for any reason. Please refer to PCMI for further details.
COMMUNITY NOTICE: NO POSTING SIGNS AT MAIL BOXES Absolutely NO signs and letters are to be posted by on Grand Lakes’ mail box stations. Contacts listed on the signs will be charged to have the signs removed by a vendor. Contact PCMI for all community issues and contact Krenek Printing for advertising in the Grand Lakes’ newsletter.
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Fence Staining Please be aware that resident fence painting is not permitted in the Grand Lakes Community without the approval of the New Construction Committee (NCC). In an effort to maintain visual harmony within Grand Lakes, the Association does not permit residents to color stain their exterior fences. Residents can however, seal their fence with a clear wood preservatives treatment, provided it is approved by the Grand Lakes Community Association, NCC. Should you have any questions regarding this matter or any other home improvements, modifications or additions to your home’s exterior, please contact PCMI at 281-870-0585.
NO Motorized Vehicles, EXCEPT FOR MOBILITY ASSISTANCE VEHICLES For the safety of Grand Lakes residents, do not operate go-carts, motorized recreational scooters, three- or four-wheelers or cars on walking/jogging trails, lake bridges, sidewalks, park and play areas, greenbelts and all open common grounds. Mobility assistance vehicles, like power wheel chairs are exempt from this notice. Thank you for your cooperation.
Grand Lakes “Lakes” NOTE: Grand Lakes has a strict CATCH & RELEASE policy. Only “barb-less” hooks are allowed to prevent injuring fish that are caught and returned. Please use care when handling fish and gently return them to the water as quickly as possible. Trotlines or other non-standard fish-catching tools are forbidden. Common sense and proper care of the fish will ensure a long-lasting experience. The fish and the water “health” are monitored to ensure a thriving underwater environment.
USE OF ANY WATERCRAFT AND SWIMMING ARE PROHIBITED ON COMMUNITY LAKES This includes kayaking, canoeing or any form of pleasure boating. The use of remote controlled water toys is okay. Remember, our lakes are for neighborhood beautification and approved shoreline fishing. Violation of these rules is strictly prohibited!
BEST WISHES SEND IN YOUR WISHES! Publish your special wishes in the newsletter - birthday greetings, anniversaries, congrats and even a hooray! Email your personal request to monica_vagholkar@yahoo.com, no later than the 20th of each month for publication in the upcoming issue.
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If you happen to notice streetlights that may not be burning or the pole is leaning, you can contact CenterPoint Energy directly at their customer service department at 713-207-2222. The information you will need prior to contacting them, is the actual pole number; a six-digit number that is on a plate located on the pole itself and the address nearest to that particular pole.
Parks, Town Square and Common Areas in the Community In the community of Grand Lakes, there are several common areas for the residents to enjoy. These common areas are restricted to residents for individual and family use and for community events. It is important that we do not abuse these areas with events other than the activities mentioned. The homeowners association maintains all of these areas so if there is any damage to these areas the community pays for it. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our community beautiful.
Citizens for Animal Protection • October 19th, 7 PM - 10 PM at CAP (17555 Katy Freeway): Ken Hoffman’s Pet of the Week reunion event! Food, fun and pet adoptions! Contact Rita: rita@rkbenton1@comcast.net • October 27th, 8 AM - Noon at LaCenterra Cinco Ranch: 4th Annual CAP HowlO-Ween Dog Walk & Expo! Enjoy a 1-mile walk with your best friend, register for great prizes, shop pet-focused vendors and participate in a pet costume contest! Go to cap4pets.org for details. • November 17th, CAP’s 26th Annual Celebrity Paws Gala. Buy a raffle ticket for your chance to win a 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. Call 281-497-0591 for details. All proceeds from these events benefit Citizens for Animal Protection and its homeless shelter animals. CAP is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization, which focuses on animal welfare and adoption. Visit CAP located at 17555 Katy Freeway or go to cap4pets.org for more information.
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• Dig and store caladiums before the foliage dies. Allow the bulbs to dry in the shade, shake off the dried soil and dust with sulphur to control fungus. Store by hanging in open mesh bags or oldpanty hose. • Flowers planted for spring can begin when the temperatures aregoing to stay cooler. Shrubs and trees can be planted now. Woody plants concentrate on root growth through the winter and the more headstart they can get before summer, the better. • October 15th is about the time for dividing and planting daylilies. • Watch out for brown patch in St. Augustine grass. These circular brown patches are caused by a fungus that is activated by moist cool weather. Control with Daconil. • If you need to do any pruning, do it early in the month. The re-growth stimulated by pruning needs to harden off before that odd-ball frost of Halloween. Prune fruit trees when leaves begin to fall. Remove all dead, weak and over-crowded growth. Tip back main branches to control size and shape. Spray w/dormant oil when temperature is between 30-60 degrees. • Cut back tops of perennials after they have bloomed. Divide roots and transplant anytime from now until March, the earlier the better. • Get the ant baits down. This will greatly reduce your spring populations. • Clover left over from last year may be growing. It’s best to hit it with the post-emerge herbicides in October and November. At least two applications are usually needed, even if done this early. • For color throughout the winter, begin planting pansies.
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Section 529 Plans: Saving for College (Part 1 of 2) A college education is one of the best investments you can make for your child’s future. But the high cost of college may alarm you especially if you’ve waited too long to begin saving. For example, a Coverdell Education Savings Account (formerly referred to as the Education IRA), with its annual contribution limit of $2,000, won’t offer much help if your child is already in high school. And prepaid tuition plans are attractive, but only if your child is willing to attend a school that participates in the plan. Fortunately, there’s another option for your college savings plan. Created in 1996, state-sponsored college savings plans (or Section 529 plans, after the IRS code that created them) allow flexibility in choosing a school and the opportunity for late starters to make sizable investments while reaping tax breaks. How the Plans Work. Section 529 plans allow individuals to invest in a predetermined pool of stock and bond investments. Most plans will require you to divide your investment according to a given asset allocation determined by your child’s age. In general, the asset allocation will be more aggressive for younger children and less aggressive for children nearing college age. Lifetime contribution limits to Section 529 plans vary from state to state, but often exceed $200,000 and offer some flexibility on when you can contribute. In addition, there are no income thresholds and typically no annual contribution limits, although annual contributions of more than $13,000 ($26,000 when made jointly with a spouse) may require filing a federal gift tax form. You may contribute five years’ worth of gifts all at once or $65,000 per beneficiary, without triggering the federal gift tax. All earnings in the account grow tax deferred. If you live in the state where the plan is administered, you also may be eligible for state tax deductions. Please consult with your tax professional concerning your situation. Once your child reaches college age, the account owner may withdraw money from the account to pay for qualified higher education expenses. Assuming that you have followed the plan’s rules, there will be no penalties (nonqualified withdrawals will be subject to a 10% penalty in addition to ordinary income taxes). And qualified withdrawals are tax-free (prior to 2002, withdrawals were taxed at the child’s rate). If there is money left over in the account, the beneficiary designation can be changed to a sibling, first cousin or other family member (as defined by the Internal Revenue Code) of the original beneficiary without triggering gift taxes. Pros and Cons. Flexibility in contributions and college choice are the biggest advantages of Section 529 plans over other tax-deferred college savings vehicles. Even though these plans are state-sponsored, you do not need to be a resident of the state to participate, although you may lose out on state tax benefits by participating in an out-of-state plan.
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SENSATIONS SHOW CHOIR Please mark your calendar for the Seven Lakes High School Show Choir’s Fall Jazz Show. The Sensations show will be October 25th, 26th and 27th at 7 PM at Seven Lakes High School. For ticket information, please call Shannon Carter at 281-237-2857.
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The Studio VII Theatre Company of Seven Lakes High School presents “Peter Pan” by J.M. Barrie, October 4th, 5th and 6th, at 7 PM and October 6th matinee at 2 PM. Enjoy the magic of the everlasting classic tale of siblings Wendy, John and Michael Darling who follow Peter Pan and the invisible fairy, Tinker Bell, into Never Land. There they meet the Lost Boys and Princess Tiger Lilly, discover that children never grow old and outwit Captain Hook and his hapless band of pirates. Co-directed by Chocs Landgrebe and Maggie Rodriguez, with set and technical design by Joshua Heerssen. Presale general admission tickets now on sale and are $8 for students and $10 for adults. Ticket reservations available by calling 281-237-2836. Tickets prices increase by $2 when purchased at the door.
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GIRL SCOUTS Galveston - Houston Archdiocesan Committee on Girl Scouting Save the Dates 2012 - 2013 Spiritual Awareness Day Saturday, October 20, 2012, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM St. Edith Stein Catholic Church, 3311 North Fry Road Katy, TX 77449 Carmel Hall - Rooms: 101,102 & 103 Spiritual Awareness Retreat Weekend February 1, 2 & 3, 2013 Camp Casa Mare, Seabrook, TX Book Review Day - Saturday, March 2, 2013, 8:30 AM - 11:30 PM St. Edith Stein Catholic Church, 3311 North Fry Road Katy, TX 77449 Carmel Hall - Rooms: 101,102 & 103 Religious Recognition Ceremony Saturday, April 20, 2013 Registration & Line-Up: 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM; Ceremony: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM St. Edith Stein Catholic Church, 3311 North Fry Road Katy, TX 77449 For more information please go to website: www.archgh.org/Scouting
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Junior Girl Scout Troop 17430
Junior Girl Scout Troop 17430 recently spent a “Wild Overnight” with the White Tigers at the Downtown Aquarium. They earned a badge, learned about many types of animals and slept in the same room with the tigers. The girls paid for their trip with part of the proceeds from their 2012 cookie sale.
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Dayna Porter, a junior at Taylor High School, recently earned her Girl Scout Gold Award. Dayna’s project targeted homelessness in Houston and was called Bags for Hope. She and her volunteers sewed 200 small fabric drawstring bags and filled them with water bottles and various toiletry items like soaps, razors, shampoos and lotions that were do-
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nated by many friends and several hotels in the community. Once the bags were completed Dayna delivered them to two missions – the Star of Hope Mission and the Open Door Mission, which are both located in Houston. Dayna would like to thank everyone for the many donations that helped make her project possible.
BOY SCOUTS Cub Scout Pack 209 Cub Scout Pack 209 helped ready Pattison Elementary for the first day of school in their annual Pitch in @ Pattison service project. Scouts and their families planted flowers, picked weeds, cleaned up trash and trimmed bushes. Boys between 1st - 5th grades are welcome to join our Pack. See our website www.pack209katy. scoutlander.com to find out more about joining Cub Scouts.
HOMESCHOOL PACK 164
Cub Scouts is a fun way to teach boys about character, respect, responsibility and many other traits. Pack 164 is a Christian, home school Cub Scout Pack that services the Greater West Houston/Katy area. Pack 164 promotes service to God, to country and to others. If you are interested and your son is entering 1st through 5th grade, please contact “Van” VanZant at 281-851-8374 or at van.vanzant@gmail.com
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Homeschool Pack 393
Cub Scout Pack 393 is a homeschool pack that serves the Katy area. If you have a boy between the ages of 6 and 10 (entered first grade through fifth grade this fall) and are wanting them to join an activity that is full of fun learning experiences, this is the group for you. To learn more about both scouting programs, upcoming summertime events and 393 please email Sam Randolph at sumosam@sumofam.com
GARAGE SALES KAPOM garage sale
Katy Area Parents of Multiples (KAPOM) will be holding their next semi-annual garage sale on Saturday, September 29th from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. The sale will be located at The Church of Holy Apostles 1225 W. Grand Pkwy. S. Katy, TX 77494. KAPOM’s consignment style sale will be selling gently used child related and household items. There will be lots of kids clothing, toys and equipment. Contact kapom@kapom.org for more information. We will also be hosting a breakfast bake sale, so come hungry!
Grayson Lakes Community-Wide Garage Sale
The garage sale will be on October 6, 2012 from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM - each sale will be conducted on the individual homeowner’s property. Grayson Lakes is located off of Katy Flewellen Road and Katy Gaston Road. Watch for the signs!
CANYON GATE GARAGE SALE
The fall community garage sale is tentatively scheduled for October 6th - the first Saturday in October. this date will be moved to Sunday, October 7th if it rains on Saturday. The community will be open to the public for homeowner garage sales from 7:00 am - 3:00 pm.
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NCL KATY CHAPTER Garage Sale
The National Charity League Katy Chapter will hold its annual Garage Sale at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd. (right across from Taylor High School) Look for us in the parking lot on the far left of the church. Clothing, toys, furniture, household items & much more! All proceeds benefit Katy Christmas Families - Saturday, October 13th, 8 am-1 pm.
The Star of Destiny Chapter garage sale
The Star of Destiny Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, will have a garage sale fundraiser on Saturday, November 3, 2012. The sale will be held from 7:30 am until 11:00 am at Estates of Chesterfield Swim and Tennis Club, 1707 Briarchester, Katy, Texas 77450. There will be household items, furniture, toys, clothing, books and much more! The items are reasonably priced and this sale is our main source of funds for our patriotic activities with our troops, schools, libraries and military families. Please join us and check out all the treasures!
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St. Edith Stein Catholic community Founders’ Day Festival Please join the St. Edith Stein Catholic community for our Founders’ Day Festival on Saturday, October 6th from 11 AM to 10 PM. There will be fun for the whole family with food, games, BINGO, live music, a beer garden and raffles for amazing prizes! Plus, a country store selling handmade goodies! St. Edith Stein Catholic Church - 3311 N. Fry Rd., Katy, TX 77449
Westland Baptist Church Family Fun Festival Join us for a Family Fun Festival at Westland Baptist Church. We provide a FREE and safe place for your family to enjoy fun and entertainment from 6:00-8:00 PM on October 31st. Our Family Fun Festival is for all ages. There will be Trunk or Treating, a Family Entertainer and Juggler, HYPE Team performance, Prizes, Inflatables and Concert for the Junior & Senior High. We hope to see you there!
St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church will host their Seventh Annual International Festival on Saturday, November 3rd from 3:30 to 5:30 PM. Everyone is invited to take a free trip around the world! The International Festival honors all of the different countries and backgrounds represented in our very unique and diverse congregation. The Festival includes food, games, entertainment, native dress and lots of things to learn about our world. Passports and flag stickers will be given to children to mark the countries visited. Countries represented in past years included Jamaica, Grenada, St. Lucia, Brazil, Cuba, Mexico, Trinidad, Tobago, Antigua, Barbados, Spain, Russia, Japan, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Ghana, Kenya, Germany, Italy, Scotland, Switzerland, England, France, Latvia and Thailand, as well as the great state of Texas! St. Cuthbert is located at 17020 West Road (the corner of West Road and Queenston), Houston, Texas. For more information, please call 281-463-7330 or www. stcuthbert.org, our website.
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The Seven Lakes Orchestras Parent Organization will hold its 7th annual Pumpkin Patch Fest on Saturday, October 20, 2012. In addition to the pumpkin patch and photo booth, activities will include a hayride, games & prizes, face painting, balloon creations, moonwalks, dunking booth and more! Don’t miss the vendors, food, bake shop and water balloon slingshot! Live music will be performed by Seven Lakes High School orchestra students. Children of all
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HALTER annual Pumpkin Patch
HALTER Annual Pumpkin Patch will be every Saturday, 9-5 and Sunday, 12-5 in the month of October. There are hayrides, pony rides, petting zoo, haunted trails and more. HALTER is located at 17410 Clay rd. Houston, TX 77084. Admission is $5 per child, adults are free - you can purchase tickets for activities, food and pumpkins once inside. If you have any questions, call Maria 281-508-6501.
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The 18th Annual Tee-Off for Tourette Charity Golf Event, benefiting the Tourette Syndrome Association of Texas, will be held on Monday, October 8, 2012 at Canongate at The Woodlands - Panther Trail Course. Registration begins at 10:00 AM with a Shotgun Start at 12:00 noon. Format is Four Person Scramble/Best Ball. Cost: $150 each player or $560 per 4-person team. Dinner, Silent Auction, Raffle and Door Prizes will follow the tournament. Sponsorship packages are available beginning as low as $100. Silent Auction and Dinner Tickets for just $25. For more information, please contact Daryl or Barbara Brister at darbar4@comcast.net or 281-395-5392. Go to www.tourettetexas. org to register. The Tourette Syndrome Association of Texas is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
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The Sunshine Kids are a non-profit organization dedicated to children with cancer. The children have the opportunity to go on vacations with other childhood cancer patients. It gives them the opportunity to share with others in their same situation and gives them a break in their treatment. The Gary Greene Champions office has an annual fundraiser in the northwest part of Houston. This year, it will be at the Red River Saloon on 249 (23238) just north of Spring Cypress on Wednesday, October 3rd from 5-9 PM, with food served at 7 PM. The location, as well as the Bar-B-Q dinner, is generously donated so 100 percent of the proceeds can go to the Kids. There will be a silent auction, food, music and fun. If you would like to be a sponsor, auction item donor or attend, contact Jennifer Carmichael or Sharon Teusink at 281-444-5140 - jcarmichael@ garygreene.com or Sharon@garygreene.com to email either.
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Keep Kids Connected, a local non-profit organization that gives Netbook computers to kids with cancer or other serious illnesses, collects and recycles aluminum beverage cans the second Saturday of each month at the Tradition Bank, Pin Oak branch from 9 am-12 pm. Please stop by each month to donate your cans. The proceeds from the recycling are used to purchase computers. visit www. keepkidsconnected.org for more information on the organization.
CrossPoint Community Church is hosting it’s first 5K event! GO 5K A Different Way and The Outdoor Market, organized by the CrossPoint’s Community Impact Team, will be held at CrossPoint Westgreen, located at 700 S. Westgreen Blvd, Katy,. TX 77450 on November 17, 2012. CrossPoint Westgreen will utilize their property, as well as the adjacent Mason Creek running trails and Rick Rice Park to make up the 3.1 mile route for the race. The route will also include a series of obstacles & “outreach” tasks, which include gathering care package items and stowing them in a cinched bag that each of the 500 participants will carry throughout the journey. The completed care package bags will be delivered to persons in need throughout the community as part of the CrossPoint Community Impact “Project Feed the Need.” Participant registration begins Sept. 9th continuing thru a firm deadline of Oct. 28th. Following the race is The Outdoor Market, a second annual event that features vendors, craftsmen, household items, children’s activities and concessions. Proceeds from both events will be donated to Christ Clinic of Katy. Visit 5KDifferentWay.com to register for the 5K or for more information.
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On Sunday, October 7th beginning at 8:30 AM, St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church will be hosting a Blood Drive with a mobile unit set up in their parking lot. Registration and donor forms will be available in the Parish Hall. To donate you must be at least 17 years of age, at least 110 lbs. and in good general health. Remember, it takes about 15 minutes and one pint of blood to save three lives. St. Cuthbert is located at 17020 West Road, Houston (the northeast corner of West and Queenston). Go to www.stcuthbert.org and visit our website.
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There will be a blood drive on october 21st at New Hope Presbyterian Church. The Gulf Coast Regional Blood Bank will have their mobile unit at New Hope from 10 am to 1 pm. New Hope is located at 1350 N. Mason Road, Katy, TX 77449. For questions or further information, you can phone the church office at 281-492-8520.
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Enjoy the outdoors with your child (age 2 1/2 to 5) at Audubon nature programs (called the “Titmouse Club”) offered Tuesday mornings, 10:00 - 11:00 AM, at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester. The programs feature fun nature talks, stories, activities and walks in the woods. Upcoming programs include: October 2nd: Nocturnal Animals October 9th: Owls October 16th: Spiders October 23rd: Armadillos October 30th: Bats The cost is $5 per child (or buy a 5-session card for $20) and the child must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Please park in the Memorial Drive United Methodist Church west parking lot at 12955 Memorial Drive and enter the sanctuary through the marked gate. The program will be held in the outdoor classroom. Call 713464-4900 or go to www.houstonaudubon.org for more information.
Spring Branch African Violet Club Annual Fall Sale Oct 6-7, 2012 Hermann Park Garden Center 1500 Hermann Park Drive Houston, TX 77004 Saturday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Free Admission Violets of all types such as standards, miniatures, semi-miniatures and trailers will be available. Other Gesneriads such as Episcias and Streps and supplies such as potting soil, pots and fertilizers will also be featured. Club members will be available to answer general questions on growing African Violets. For further information, contact Karla Ross, 281-748-8417.
HERITAGE GRAND HEALTH FAIR MONDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2012
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Heritage Grand is a subdivision of Cinco Ranch, located at 25125 North Heritage Grand Circle in Katy, 77494. FREE EVENT. Our participants include Crime Stoppers, Fort Bend Health and Human Services, Pharmacies, Nutrition advice, Estate Planning advice, VA benefits, diabetes care, banks, fire department safety information, some of our local physicians and more.
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Thursday, October 11, 10:30 am - 3 pm at the Katy Y. Ages 25+ The AARP Driver Safety program is the first and most recognized comprehensive course offered nationwide. This is not a defensive driving course, however, auto insurance discounts are offered by most companies upon completion of this course. AARP members - $12; non AARP members - $14 payable the first day of class which covers class materials and workbook. Checks only to AARP. All participants must have a current driver’s license. To register, email kenyetta.brasher@ ymcahouston.org or call Kenyetta Brasher at 281-392-5055.
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Saturday, November 10, 9 am - 3 pm; ages 16+. This class is for lowering insurance premiums. If you need this course for ticket dismissal, contact Rudy Martinez at admin@enhanceddriving.com or call 713-899-2090. Limited space. Sign up at the Katy Y using barcode #116565 or call to register over the phone by calling at YMCA at 281-392-5055. Class is held across the street from the Y in The Fellowship at Cinco Ranch community room.
The Star of Destiny Chapter, National Society Daughters of the AmerICAN Revolution
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Are you climbing the wrong tree? Learn the right way! The Star of Destiny Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will be hosting Lineage Day, a free genealogy workshop on Saturday, October 13, 2012 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at: Cinco Ranch Branch Library 2620 Commercial Center Blvd. Katy, TX 77494 Join us in hearing our guest speakers discuss topics such as finding sources, organizing information, ancestral charting and climbing the right tree! For more information, visit our website at http://texasdar.org/chapters/StarDestiny or thestarofdestiny@yahoo.com (email).
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Katy Women’s Conference 2012 Host IS ABWA Katy Charter Chapter The ABWA Katy Charter Chapter is pleased to announce the 2012 Katy Women’s Conference on Friday, October 19th, at 9:00 AM at the Marriott Energy Corridor ( 16011 Katy Freeway) in Katy/West Houston. This year, we are focused on bringing you specific, down to earth, action tools, tips, techniques and ideas that you can use immediately in your business and personal lives. The full day event includes all speaker sessions, networking, exhibits and a gourmet lunch! Net proceeds are contributed to scholarships and we thank you for your participation. Since 1994, ABWA Katy has sponsored over $75,000 in scholarships for local students. www.KatyWomensConference.com Go to the links above to RSVP (registration fee info), meet the speakers, check the agenda for the day, get a map, sponsor a table or be an exhibitor. See you there!
Taylor High School Home Tour Be inspired for your holiday decorating by attending the annual Taylor High School Holiday Home Tour. Tour dates are November 29th from 5 pm til 9 pm and November 30th from 10 am til 2 pm and again, from 5 pm til 9 pm. This year the tour will also include one market house to browse or shop for ideas and gifts. Tickets will be available for purchase at Taylor High School, as well as Katy Flower Market, 20829 Kingsland Blvd. Suite B and at Hauerland’s, 1648 Mason Rd. Tickets will also be available at the individual tour homes. The cost is $10 and all proceeds benefit Project Graduation 2013.
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St. Bartholomew HAPPY HEARTS BAZAAR
Are you looking for unique gifts, shopping for home decor, scrumptious desserts, a boutique and delicious homemade chicken soup? Then come prepared to shop and eat at The Annual St. Bartholomew Happy Hearts Bazaar, 5356 Eleventh Street, Katy TX 77493 on Saturday, October 6th, from 4 pm to 7 pm and Sunday, October 7th, from 8 am to 4 pm. High quality handmade gifts, items to decorate your home, a boutique with purses, jewelry, etc., delicious homemade desserts - cookies, cakes, pies, kolaches, pigs in the blanket, candies and mouth-watering, yummy chicken soup for a quick meal and available to take home. Breakfast pastries will be available Sunday morning. We are a friendly group and are looking forward to meeting and serving you!
32 nd Annual Katy Rice Harvest Festival
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The annual Katy Rice Harvest Festival is two big days of excitement and family fun with two stages of continuous live entertainment, craft and food booths, carnival and more. Vendor Booths are Sold Out for 2012 Historic Downtown Katy Katy, Texas - just 28 miles west of Houston Avenues B and C, 2nd and 3rd Streets. Call 281-391-5289 or email info@katychamber.com for additional information.
Emmanuel Episcopal Church Fall Holiday Bazaar
Emmanuel Episcopal Church will hold its 15th Annual Fall Holiday Bazaar and Craft Show on Saturday, October 13, 2012, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Emmanuel is located at the corner of Memorial Drive and N. Eldridge Parkway, 15015 Memorial Drive. Admission is free. Come and enjoy the crafts of over 50 different vendors from throughout the state, while taking in the sights, smells and tastes of the Holiday season. Enjoy lunch and refreshments from the “Eats at Emmanuel” Kitchen Counter. We will hold a day-long raffle with prizes donated by our vendors and local dining and business establishments. For addition details, please visit our web site at www.emmanuel-houston.org or call 281-493-3161. A limited number of Vendor booth spaces are still available for both inside and outside locations. Interested vendors, please contact Warren at 281-5508986 (evenings) or 281-583-4870 (daytime) or send email to emmanuelbazaar09@yahoo.com for inquiries.
NEWCOMERS AND NEIGHBORS OF GREATER HOUSTON HOLIDAY SHOPPING EVENT AND LUNCHEON Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Newcomers and Neighbors of Greater Houston Luncheon will be on Wednesday, October 17th, 11:30 am, at Lakeside Country Club, 100 Wilcrest Drive. A Shopping Event and sign up for social activities is planned. Luncheon Cost is $29 per
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22 nd ANNUAL PICK-A-DILLY CRAFTS FAIR Saturday, October 20, 2012
St. Peter’s United Methodist Church 20775 Kingsland Blvd., Katy (across from Taylor High School) 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sponsored by St. Peter’s United Methodist Women (UMW proceeds benefit missions) Indoor & Outdoor Crafts Booths, Silent Auction, Pumpkin Patch, Bake Sale, Great Food, Free Admission Contact: Melissa Phone: 281-492-8031 x377 email: pick-a-dilly@hotmail.com
ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC CHURCH Gingerbread Village Holiday Market St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, K of C #8096 Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting their 20th Annual Gingerbread Village Arts & Crafts Show on Saturday, October 27, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Please join us (Free Admission) and shop at over 130 indoor booths. Booths feature Seasonal Décor, Beautiful Art, Handmade Crafts, Name-Brand Merchandise and Gourmet Food. Have lunch at our huge concession stand with Bar-B-Q, Spuds, Chicken Salad, Hot Dogs and homemade goodies. please email Susie Schwartz at kclacraftshow@yahoo.com if you need any additional information.
Pope John XXIII High School AUTUMN HARVEST MARKET The Autumn Harvest Market will take place on Saturday, October 27, 2012, Pope John XXIII High School, 1800 West Grand Parkway N., Katy, TX 77449. They are located on the corner of Franz and W. Grand Parkway, will host its 1st Annual Autumn Harvest Market from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm in the school gym. Come shop several vendors, items sold will include arts, crafts and market/retail items. Please email Jackie Sitton at autumnharvestmarket@yahoo.com, if you have any questions.
Heartwarming Christmas Craft Show Holy Covenant United Methodist Church 22111 Morton Ranch Road Katy, Texas 77449 Saturday, Nov. 10, 2012 9 AM to 4 PM Over 68 booths filled with hair bows, jewelry, purses, wreaths, quilted items and much more. Our famous Tea Room with homemade goodies, Sandwich Shoppe and Silent Auction baskets round out a wonderful day. Santa will visit during the day too. for more information, call 281-579-1200, ext. 329 or visit us at www.holycov.org
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF HOUSTON 18 th ANNUAL PILGRIM FESTIVAL The festival will be on Saturday, November 17, 2012 from 10 AM to 4 PM, providing fun for all including craft booths offering handmade crafts. We are currently taking applications from craft vendors. Contact Sue Earl at jear18925@sbcglobal.net for booth prices and other information.
The Arts & Crafts Show will be located at 6646 Addicks-Satsuma, Houston 77084, between N. Hwy. 6 and Eldridge, and between FM 529 and W. Little York. FOLLOW the SIGNS for the best Holiday Bargains and “one of a kind” gifts!!!
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• WINTER YMCA Youth Sports Leagues: Youth NFL Flag Football (grades 1st - 7th), Basketball (PreK-7th) or Cheerleading (grades K-6th). Teen Volleyball and Basketball also offered. Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or check out our website: ymcahouston.org • YMCA Turkey Dash Early Bird Registration: Join us for the 2012 Thanksgiving Day Turkey Dash presented by Reliant. November 22, 2012 will mark the 10th anniversary of the Turkey Dash, Katy’s largest fun run. Taking place on Thanksgiving Day, the event features a competitive 10K and 5K as well as a Kids 1 Mile Race and a 1 Mile Walk. An estimated 5,000 people will participate. In addition to racing fun, participants and families can enjoy a post race area that features a kid’s fun zone, live band, games and food. Visit www.ymcaturkeydash.org for more information. Early Bird registration ends October 31, 2012.
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Registration is open for fall Flag Football, Basketball, Soccer and T-Ball/Baseball leagues in Katy! i9 Sports is the #1 provider of youth sports leagues, camps and instructional clinics in the country for kids ages 3-14. We focus on fun, skills and sportsmanship with a commitment to safety. For more information, please visit www.i9sports.com or call 281-398-PLAY (7529).
Texas United Futbol Club
Come join us and be a part of the largest youth soccer club in Houston. Registration is open now for U5-U10 boys and girls. To register please visit www.texasunitedfc.com
Volleyball
Please contact Dean at volleyballkaty@yahoo.com if you are interested in playing volleyball. You must be at least 18 years old and be able to play at intermediate level. We play at different locations in and around Katy area.
Katy Rugby Club
Fun for all the family. All ages welcome - boys & girls. Training every Sunday 2-4 PM, at Beck Junior High school Football Field. For more information, visit www.katyrugbyclub.com
LADY SHARKS WOMEN’S GOLF ASSOCIATION (WGA)
The Lady Sharks WGA are inviting new members to join our Thursday morning play day at Meadowbrook Farms Golf Club. Our purpose is to promote women’s golf and fellowship among our members while enhancing the understanding of The Rules of Golf and improving play. For more information, contact Susie Hatfield 832-437-3670, michaelhat2002@yahoo.com or Sue Crookson 281-392-4913, scrookson@entouch.net
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Katy Valkyries HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS LACROSSE
The Katy Valkyries is a varsity team competing in the Texas Girls High School Lacrosse League and accepts players from all KISD high schools. Lacrosse experience is not necessary to join the team - we will teach you the skills and game strategy. Please see our new website at: www.katyvalkyries.org for additional information.
Women’s Basketball League
Looking for as many ladies as possible to play. Ages 16+. Contact Krystal Horn for more information at katybball@yahoo.com
Westside Golf League
Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun while improving golfing skills. For more information contact Sue Crookson at 281-392-4913 scrookson@houston.rr.com or Yana Dommert at 281-394-2481 yana@entouch.net or Kathy Smith 815-715-3892.
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New Hope Presbyterian Church Blessing of the Animals
Pets and their people are invited to the Blessing of the Animals at New Hope Presbyterian Church, which is located at 1350 North Mason Road, Katy, TX 77449. It is scheduled for Saturday, October 6, 2012. This service celebrates the important place that pets hold in our lives, reminding us of the wonder of God’s creation and our role as stewards of the earth and all of its creatures. The service begins with a procession of the animals and ends with an opportunity for each pet to receive an individual blessing. All pets should be held, caged or on leashes and all children with pets must be accompanied by an adult. Children may bring stuffed animals. Those whose pets do not travel well or do not get along well with other animals are asked to bring a photo of those pets. For more information, you can contact the church office at 281-492-8520.
St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church Blessing of the Animals
St. Cuthbert is inviting all people and their pets to the Blessing of the Animals in celebration of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi on Saturday, October 6th, at 10:30 AM. This is a joyful and fun event, recognizing and honoring the great bond and relationship between pets and their owners. Animals must be suitably restrained on a leash or in a cage. St. Cuthbert is located at 17020 West Road, Houston (the northeast corner of West and Queenston). Go to www.stcuthbert.org and visit us.
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As comedian Allan Sherman once said, “you don’t have to be Jewish”…… to perform comedy at Congregation Or Ami, West Houston’s only conservative Synagogue, but you do have to be funny. On Saturday, October 13th, nationally renowned comedian Ross Bennett, will perform his unique brand of very funny stand-up comedy at the Synagogue, in an authentic comedy club setting, at 8:30 PM. Bennett, a one time West Point Cadet who left the Academy to become a Comedian (“probably the greatest service I will ever do for my country”), has been performing comedy for over 30 years. Over the years, Ross Bennett has appeared at the Friar’s Club and on many TV programs including “Evening at the Improv.” Bennett also co-wrote and stars in the very funny play, PASTRAMI ON RYE WITH MAYO, about the last 4 comedians performing in the Catskills.
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Aglow International is a global, trans-denominational Christian organization. More than 200,000 Aglow members meet together each month through local fellowships. At the monthly gatherings there is time to meet and visit with friends, enjoy corporate worship and prayer and hear from a guest speaker. Many of the ladies share lunch afterwards. You are most cordially invited to attend the Katy Aglow group. You will be glad you did. Meeting: October 23, 2012 Speaker: Jennifer Campbell of Mosaic House of Prayer Time: 9:30 AM - Arrive/Visit 10:00 AM - Meeting begins Place: Church on the Rock (Fellowship Hall), 433 S. Barker Cypress, Houston, TX 77094 (Dir: 1-10 Exit Barker Cypress Rd., go south 3 blocks to corner of Barker Cypress @ Kingsland Blvd.) Contact: www.katyaglow.com for guest speaker and group information www.aglow.org for information about Aglow International
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Katy Christian Women’s Connection Join us for a prayer, coffee and fellowship 10 AM to 11:30 AM La Madeleine’s 23322 Mercantile Parkway Katy, TX (Grand Parkway and I-10) Bring a friend and don’t forget to bring your Bible. 2012 Prayer Connection dates: October 11th November 8th
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“FOR THE BETTERMENT OF THE WORLD” BAHA’I FAITH OF FORT BEND COUNTY Please join us for an informal devotional gathering, where we share music, prayers and inspirational readings taken from the major religions of the world, in an environment of unity and harmony. The Word of God, say the Baha’i Writings, provides inspiration, rejuvenates souls, gladdens hearts and renews one’s sense of purpose. The devotional is held on the 2nd Sunday of each month, from 4-5 PM and will be followed by a sharing of thoughts, ideas and ways to apply spiritual principles to one’s day-to-day affairs. Refreshments will be served. For details on the location or for answers to any other questions you may have, please call the Baha’i Faith of Fort Bend County at 281-395-9026.
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Kingsland Baptist Church Weekly Events for Adult 55+ Game Day - Meet with us every Wednesday in the Crawford Fellowship Hall from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM as we fellowship around the table playing Chicken Foot, Scrabble, Cards, etc. Bring a sack lunch (drinks provided) and we will eat together at noon. Group Exercise Class - The exercise class for adults 55+ meets every Wednesday at 8:45 AM for 45 minutes of exercise led by Christy Kennedy, a group fitness certified instructor. This is a great time to enjoy like-minded folks who are strengthening and conditioning their body for the long haul. Regardless of your present condition, Christy will help you improve while making the exercise fun and beneficial. For more information, contact Mike Kelley at 281-492-0785. Kingsland Baptist Church is located at 20555 Kingsland Blvd. We are located across from Taylor High School Tennis Courts. For more information, you can visit us online at www.kingsland.org or call the church office at 281-492-0785.
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Epiphany conducts their bingo games every Friday night except holidays. There Is No Smoking Allowed During All Bingo Games. They have security, lighted parking, big screen color monitor, computerized bingo equipment, snack bar and large cash prizes. Profits benefit charitable outreach programs. Epiphany Catholic Church, Church Community Center, 1530 Norwalk Dr. (between Fry and Mason Roads, south of I-10 behind Nottingham Subdivision) off Highland Knolls. Early bird games begin at 7:30 PM and regular games at 8:00 PM. For more info, call the bingo hall number at 281-578-3905.
St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church BINGO
At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown Katy, “BINGO” is being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except Holidays. Doors open at 7:00 PM, games start at 7:15 PM with four Early Bird games. Regular games start at 7:30 PM. All profits will benefit community outreach and Religious Education programs. The Church is located in downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You can get to the church if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right at the light, go to the second stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left and the Church Hall will be on your right one block down. For more info., call 281-391-4758.
FT. BEND COUNTY INFO Fort Bend Master Gardeners
For information on Ft. Bend Master Gardeners or lists of events, visit www.fbmg.com or call the Master’s Gardener’s Hotline at 281341-7068. Anyone with an interest in gardening is encouraged to attend our events. Saturday, November 3, 2012: Saturday with the Master Gardeners - Visit our 4 acres of Demonstration Gardens and talk to the volunteers who design and maintain them. It’s a great way to learn! Park in front of the Agriculture Center, located at 1402 Band Road, Rosenberg, 77471. Take one of the sidewalks back to the area behind the building to find the Master Gardeners. Gardens are open from 9:00-11:00 AM.
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Thursday, October 18, 2012: Master Gardener Meeting - Join the Fort Bend Master Gardeners sponsored by Texas AgriLife Extension Service to hear Vince Mannino, Director of Fort Bend County AgriLife Extension Service, speak on “General Gardening Information.” The program will be held Thursday, October 18, 2012 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM at the Bud O’Shieles Community Center located at 1330 Band Road, Rosenberg, 77471. The program is free to all. No reservation required. Anyone with an interest in gardening is encouraged to attend.
TEXAS MASTER NATURALIST TRAINING TO BEGIN THIS FALL
If you enjoy nature and would like to learn more, do more and/ or teach young people about the great outdoors, consider joining others in a local chapter of Texas Master Naturalists. There are 60 or so friends and neighbors in the Fort Bend County area who are members and invite you to check out the organization at www. coastalprairie.org . The training class begins in the fall. Contact dougsimons@yahoo.com with any questions.
Sugar Land Garden Club
Sugar Land Garden Club meets at the Sugar Land Community Center, 226 Matlage Way, Sugar Land 77478. For more information visit www.sugarlandgardenclub.org or call 281-491-1621. Sugar Land Garden Club was established in 1932 and is one of the largest garden clubs in Texas. Membership is open to all.
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House of Hope Fort Bend is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) charitable organization affiliated with National House of Hope. We are a Christcentered non-residential program working with troubled teens and their parents. Our six month program is set up to provide weekly counseling for the teens and parents. Our goal is to be a catalyst in healing and restoration in broken families. We use a modest sliding scale and books are an additional fee. We also present F.A.M.I.L.Y. Rules Workshops for schools and other groups. This program is for any faith, culture and ethnicity in assisting parents to “parent with purpose.” If your family is in chaos, then this program is for you! This family system is designed to start with children at the age of 5 through 18 teaching authority, consequences, affirmation and being consistent and correct as parents. We have certified F.AM.I.L.Y. Rules Counselors available to assist you. Our volunteers have been screened with background checks and approved by the Fort Bend Juvenile Probation Department. For more information regarding our organization, check out our website at www.houseofhope-fortbend.org, or contact Janeen Smith at 832764-1123, houseofhopefortbend@comcast.net.
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Become an essential part of a student’s life by signing up to be a tutor for the Literacy Council! The Literacy Council of Fort Bend County holds tutor training every other month. After 12 hours of training, outstanding volunteers are equipped to teach Basic Literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to adults. The trainings prepare tutors to organize and compile lesson plans, learn about various tutoring techniques, understand the purpose of the Literacy Council and much more. Tutors do not need knowledge of any foreign language, nor do they need formal teaching experience. We offer many locations for tutoring throughout the area, including locations in Katy. Tutoring sessions are offered during the day and at night. If you are interested in impacting someone’s life by being their tutor, please contact the Literacy Council at 281-240-8181 or visit the website at www.ftbendliteracy.org. Help us to “Change Lives Through Literacy!”
RUOK Program Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Dept. has a computer-generated program called “Are You OK?” (RUOK). It is a computer-generated call intended for senior citizens (over 55) and disabled persons who live alone and could benefit from a daily check. A computer will generate a call each morning, at about the same time and the participant chooses a time frame. A voice will ask, “Are you OK?” After this, all they have to do is hang up the phone. If the participant goes out of town or leaves the residence for any time, you just temporarily un-subscribe and re-subscribe when you return. If the call goes unanswered, the computer will call back 3 times at 15-minute intervals. If there is still no answer, the sheriff will dispatch a deputy or the local police. They will have with them a print out of information on the person that is not responding to the calls. This program was established by FBC Sheriff Milton Wright, Commissioner’s Court and Ken Whitt (FBC Sheriff’s Citizens Academy Alumni Assoc.) in 1998. Many police chiefs in the county are also participating in the program and will proceed with the welfare check for citizens of their community. To request more information or to enroll in this free and very beneficial program, please call the Sheriff’s dept. at 281-341-4704.
PLEASE NOTE - Pets on Leashes It is the law in Fort Bend County that all pets must be vaccinated for rabies, registered and restrained. All animals, when outside of an owner’s means of restraint (i.e., in a fenced back yard), must be on a leash. For the safety of all residents, please use all precautions with your pets and keep them on leashes when walking pets in the community EVEN IF YOU FEEL YOUR PET IS HARMLESS. If you see ANY animal roaming freely in the neighborhood, immediately call Animal Control at 281-342-1512. Even if you recognize the animal, be very careful approaching it, as you do not know how it will react; if you can safely retrieve the animal, then call the owner. Otherwise, Animal Control is your best and safest option.
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Fort Bend County “Leash Law” Animal control authorities are permitted to enter your Property to patrol and remove pets. Pets must be registered, licensed and inoculated as required by law. As a dog owner, you are responsible for the control of your dog. If your dog is one that ‘makes objectionable noise,’ you must make every effort to respect your Neighbor’s right to their ‘peace and quiet.’ When your dog is not in your yard, it is imperative that you keep your dog on a leash at all times. While your dog is friendly to you and your family, imagine the consequences if it were to harm someone while it was ‘roaming free.’ Please respect other resident’s right to walk the common area ground without fear of attack from an unleashed dog. Laws are written to ensure that owned animals are confined to their property or kept on a leash to free a community of unrestrained and free-roaming animals. Although most dog bites occur on the property where the dog lives, unrestrained or free-roaming dogs do pose a substantial threat to the public. In addition, unrestrained animals are at increased risk of being bitten by rabies infected wildlife. Enforcement of restraint laws is essential in enhancing the animal control program’s efforts to reduce the risk of rabies in our community. LICENSING OF DOGS AND CATS The primary benefit of licensing animals is identification, should that animal become lost. Licensing also: • Ensures that rabies vaccination are current. • Allows for quick identification in case of a bite incident. • Provides revenue to offset the administration costs of the animal control program. VACCINATION Rabies vaccinations are a prerequisite for licensing dogs and cats because they are an important control measure for the public health threat of rabies. In addition to protecting pets, rabies vaccinations provide a barrier between infected wild animals and humans.
Recycle at the Ft. Bend County Recycling Center!
The Ft. Bend County Recycling center is located nearby in Rosenberg (just 10 miles away) and accepts glass/bottles and Styrofoam that Waste Management doesn’t pick up. Visit the Ft. Bend Co. government website for information: www.co.fort-bend.tx.us. Some recycling facts: • It takes about 1-2 million years for glass to decompose. • It takes 1+ million years for Styrofoam to decompose. For more facts on decomposition time, visit http://behealthyandrelax. com/2007/11/how-long-does-it-take-to-decompose.
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Epsilon Mu The Epsilon Mu chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa will be sponsoring membership meetings from September to December 2012 in Katy ISD schools. Interested women teachers who have been actively involved in education for 2 years and have been recommended by an Alpha Delta Kappa teacher are eligible for membership. Elizabeth Stelevich, President of the Epsilon Mu chapter, recently attended the Texas State Convention in Corpus Christi where teachers from all over the state met to select new officers. Cindy Bigham, from League City, will serve as the Texas State President for the next biennium. Alpha Delta Kappa is an international honorary sorority for women educators. Membership, which is honorary and based on peer recognition, provides a wealth of opportunities for leadership development and networking through workshops, training sessions, conferences and conventions. But, perhaps the greatest opportunity Alpha Delta Kappa provides is the opportunity to make a difference. Around the world, Alpha Delta Kappa members combine their energies and talents to enrich their lives and the lives of others through thousands of heartwarming, community-based altruistic projects. More than 38,000 members in more than 1,400 chapters around the world have discovered the many opportunities provided by membership in Alpha Delta Kappa. Texas is divided into 16 districts and the Katy ISD is proud to have Epsilon Mu Chapter representing our women educators. Locally, the chapter has sponsored scholarships for graduating seniors organized Bingo Games at nursing homes and collected socks for the residents, provided materials for the Threads of Love group to create blankets for the NICU nurseries in our local hospitals, adopted Families at Christmas, provided funds for a SMILE TRAIN surgery, Katy Christian Ministries, TARC and the American Heart Association. Recently, members adopted
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• KATY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES - Help to Survivors of Sexual Assault. The 24-hour Crisis Hotline number is 281-693- RAPE (7273). NON-EMERGENCY 281-391-5262. • The Compassionate Friends (TCF) - meetings are held in the John Burns building of Kingsland Baptist Church, 20555 Kingsland Blvd in Katy, across from the Taylor High tennis courts. For more info. please visit our website, www.compassionatefriends-katy.org or contact Melinda Ginter, 281-492-1262. • The Compassionate Friends Houston West Chapter meets every second Monday at 7 pm at Tallowood Baptist Church at 555 Tallowood, room ET102. Info. at www.compassionatefriends. org and the Houston West Chapter at www.tcf.tcu.edu/index.html or by calling Greg Williams 281-345-9707. • CANCER COUNSELING (FREE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP IN KATY) - meets Thursdays from 7-8 pm at Christus St. Catherine Hospital. For registration and info., contact Cancer Counseling, 713520-9873 or www.cancerhouston.com. Spanish-speaking available. • Free Mental Disorders Family Support Groups - Meets at a number of locations. Complete listing on www.namimetrohouston.org or call 713-970-4419. • NAMI Family to Family - free mental disorders family education course. For info., please call Vi 281-893-2493 or Debbie 713-849-5637. • DEPRESSION Bipolar support alliance - For info., call the DBSA office at 713-600-1131 or check out our website at www.dbsahouston.org. • The Katy OCD/Anxiety group for parents - meets on the last Saturday of each month at 9:00 AM at La Madeline restaurant in Katy. For more information check out our website: http:// shyness.meetup.com/353/. • Katy/West Houston/Sugar Land Tourette Syndrome Support Group - meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month @ 7 PM at Christus St. Catherine Annex Hospital, 2nd floor, classroom B, 701 Fry Road. For further info., please contact the support group leaders, Daryl and Barbara Brister 281-395-5392 or email darbar4@comcast.net. • Palmer Drug Abuse Program (PDAP) - For Ages 12 to 17, call 281-870-9311 or for ages 17 to 25, call 713-647-8858. • Harris county WIC PROGRAM - For additional info. about WIC, call 713-439-6145 or www.houstontx.gov/health/WIC. For a recorded message listing all Harris County WIC sites, you may call 713-439-6130. • ECI Project TYKE - If you know a child under the age of 3 who needs assistance in at least one area of development or who has a medical diagnosis or condition impacting his or her development, please call ECI Project TYKE 281-237-6647 or make a referral on our website www.katyisd.org. • Different Strokes - a support group for stroke survivors meets every Tuesday at 10:00 AM in the Senior Center, located at 13150 Memorial Dr., for fellowship, learning, sharing, exercising and loving. Call for further info.: Kay Callahan 713-461-5604 or Roberta Owens 281-463-3490. • The Arc of Katy - Board meeting is the 2nd Tuesday of each month @ 7 PM. We meet at City Police Station located at 5456 Franz Rd. The ARC of Katy members are always welcome. Please visit www.thearcofkaty.org or call 832-754-9802 or 832-888-9265 for additional info. • Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) - meets at West Houston Community Center, 725 Bateswood. For times, please see our website at www.foodaddicts.org or call 281-392-8914. • West Houston Medical Center - offers free monthly Weight Loss Surgery Support Groups and free monthly Weight Loss Surgery Informational/Educational Classes. To inquire or register, please call 281-588-8657.
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• DRUG AND ALCOHOLISM FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP - Every Wednesday night from 7 – 8 PM. For more info., call 713-6325237. • Home Encouragement - a 501(c)(3) non-profit that nurtures healthy marriages and strong families. For info., contact Kellie Hurst of Home Encouragement at 281-347LIFE or visit our website at www.homeencouragement.org. • Katy Essential Tremor Support Group - meets bi-monthly on the second Thursday of each month, at the Heritage Grand Clubhouse, 25125 North Heritage Grand Circle, in Katy at 4:00 PM. For info., contact Betty Ann Schwarz at 281-347-2194 or email schwarzrb@comcast.net. • Katy ADHD parent group - meets on the 2nd Sunday of every month, in room S201, at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd. from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. For more info., contact Laura Peddicord at 281-392-6064 or laurapeddicord@ comcast.net. • Grace Fellowship United Methodist Church - located at 2655 S. Mason Rd., Katy, 77450, offers groups for those who are hurting and healing from trials and difficulties of life. Please call the Grace Fellowship Care Ministry at 281-646-1903 for further details or see our website, www.whatisgrace.org/ care.html. • st. peter’s united Methodist church support groups – We offer many different types of groups. For more info., call 281-492-8031. Located at 20775 Kingsland Blvd.
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• The Fellowship at Cinco Ranch offers several support and growth recovery groups through its Merimnao ministry, open to everybody in the community. Call the church at 281-395-3950 or go to www.thefellowship.org/ministry/merimnao for more information. • Christ Clinic - No Insurance? Need medical treatment? Let us help. Christ Clinic located at 5504 First St., Katy, Texas 77493 (Next-Door to Katy Christian Ministries), 281-391-0190. • Holy Covenant United Methodist Church weekly Support Groups - Grief and Divorce care support groups. For more info., www. holycov.org or call the church 281579-1200. • CROSSPOINT COMMUNITY CHURCH - Celebrate Recovery meets every Wednesday from 6:30 – 8:30 PM. This is a free ongoing meeting, open to the public. For more info., go to www.crosspt.org/classes or call 281398-6464. • Katy/West Houston Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Meetup Group – monthly meetings provide info. and support for sufferers/families regarding any of these or related disorders. Sign up for more info at meetup. com (search fibromyalgia and Katy TX to find us), email vtway@comcast.net or call 281-705-4395, Vickie Tway Facilitator, for other info. and meeting schedule.
• Hopekeepers - national web site is restministries.org for more information or come to one of the local support groups. Grace Fellowship United Methodist Church (2655 S. Mason Rd) on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10:30 AM. Epiphany of the Lord Church (1530 Norwalk Dr) on Mondays at 6:30 PM. • Lifeway International - an early enthusiastic substance abuse recovery program for adolescents, young adults and adults and their families, meets every Wednesday at 7:30 PM at Grace Fellowship UMC, 2655 S. Mason Rd, Katy. For more information call 713-270-6753.
PARENT’S (MOM’S) & CHILDREN’S GROUPS, ORGANIZATIONS, CLUBS, ETC. • LA LECHE LEAGUE OF KATY AND WEST HOUSTON - Methodist West Houston Hospital, 18500 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77094. Daytime Meetings 1st Wed. of month, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, Evening Meetings, 4th Mon. of month, 7:00-8:45 PM. For further info., please call: Susan 281-829-6833, Maria 832606-9932 (Spanish). La Leche League International’s website is: www.lalecheleague.org. • MOMS Club of Katy - please email momsclubkatyse@yahoo.com. You can also contact Jamie Ensminger, Membership VP: 832-493-1507. • MOMS @ Second - West Campus - Cost is $40 for entire year. Childcare provided for a minimal cost. For more info, call Faye at 713465-3408 x 1007.
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• Katy Moms In PRAYER International group - For info., call Leslie Power at 281-392-2357 or visit www.MomsInPrayer.org on the web. • Mothers’ Share Group - meet Thursdays, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM following the KISD schedule; at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, TX 77450 in Room E221 (upstairs). For more info. or to confirm childcare, contact St. Peter’s UMC at 281-492-8031 or www.stpkaty.org. • Mocha Moms - a Stay-At-Home Support group for women of color. For more info, contact Hesma at 281-762-0262 or www.mochamomswesthouston.org. • iBLOOM - young Moms…come share Monday mornings with us. Visit online at www.whatisgrace.org/ibloom. Grace Fellowship UMC, 2655 S Mason in Katy. • REAL MOMS OF KATY PLAYGROUP - This group is down to earth and drama free. Learn more at www.meetup.com/Real-Moms-of-Katy. • All Moms of Katy - come run AMOK with us! Contact membership at allmomsofkaty@gmail.com to get involved. • WORKING Moms of Katy - group to support working moms in the Katy area Charlene Taylor charleneetaylor@yahoo.com, 281235-3043 or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/workingmomsofkaty. • Katy Moms In PRAYER International group - For info., please contact Leslie Power at 281-392-2357 or visit the Moms In Prayer website at www.MomsInPrayer.org. • KATY AREA PARENTS OF MULTIPLES (KAPOM) - meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at The Church of Holy Apostles located at 1225 West Grand Parkway S. For more info., please email membership@kapom.org or visit our website www.kapom.org. • Katy Parents of Gifted and Talented Support group (KPGT) - an advocacy organization dedicated to promoting quality educational services for the gifted students in the school district. Visit our website at www.kpgt.org for a printable membership form. • Katy Association of Child Care Professionals - meets the third Wednesday of each month at the MUD #81 building located at Cimarron Parkway and Hidden Canyon. Refreshments are served. For more info., call 281-578-6376 or 281-392-0989. • PARENTS WITHOUT PARTNERS - For more info. about Parents Without Partners International, check out our website at www.parentswithoutpartners.org or Parent with Partners Greater Houston Chapter #63 at www.pwphouston.org. Contact Barbara 281-469-5646. • FAMILY TO FAMILY -an organization dedicated to helping families who have a child with disabilities. For more information, please all Joanie or Carolyn at 713-466-6304 or go to www.familytofamilynetwork.org. • Breath Of Life Children’s Center Clinic - We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. For questions, please call 281-398-7353. • MEMORIAL HERMANN KATY HOSPITAL - offers parenting classes, for info. call 713-222-CARE. • West Houston Medical Center - offers parenting classes. To inquire or register, please call 281-588-8065.
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• The Rotary Club of Katy - meets each Thursday, noon to 1:00 PM, at Hasta La Pasta, 1450 Grand Parkway, Suite E. For more info., call 281-392-0045 or www.katyrotary.com. • WEST HOUSTON ROTARY CLUB - Tuesdays, 12:15 PM, West Houston Omni, North Eldridge at Katy Freeway. 281-627-0662. toastmasters: • Katy Toastmasters - meets the first three Thursdays of each month at 7:30 PM at Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union, 25525 Katy Mills Parkway, Katy, TX 77494. We are located behind Katy Mills Mall near Pin Oak Road. Visitors are welcome! Visit our website at http:// katy.freetoasthost.org/ • Park 10 Talkers Toastmasters Club - meets every Thursday at 11:45 AM at NACE, 1440 South Creek Dr, Houston, 77084, telephone 281-228-6287. For more info. on Toastmasters, go to www.toastmasters.org. • Easy Risers Toastmasters - meets every Tuesday morning from 7 - 8 AM in the Fulbright Tower located at 1301 McKinney. For more info., contact Ed Young at edyoung2@hotmail.com. business/networking: • West Houston’s (CBMC) Christian Businessmen Committee - meet at various times and places. For more info call Houston Metro Office 713-688-4343 or visit www.houston.cbmc. com or www.cbmc.com/index.htm. • American Business Women’s Assoc. Katy Charter Chapter - meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at Hasta La Pasta (Katy) 6:00 PM. Networking begins at 6:00 pm, dinner and meeting at 6:30 pm. Email RSVP’s and inquiries to abwa.katy@gmail.com. • W. Houston Chapter, Intern’l Assoc. of Admin. Professionals (WHIAAP) - meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at Embassy Suites Huston - Energy Corridor at 11730 Katy Freeway (N. side of I10 - Kirkwood Exit). (Caroline Champness CPS/ CAP caroline.champness@bp.com). • ABWA west houston network - meets the second Thursday of each month, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, at the Marriott Energy Corrridor. For more info. or to RSVP, visit our website at www.whenabwa.org. • Business Network International - KATY - meets every Thursday, 7:00 - 8:30 AM, for breakfast and business networking, at The Club @ Falcon Point, 24503 Falcon Point Drive, Katy, Texas 77494. Please RSVP, Ron Orlando 281-398-5661. For more info. on Katy BNI, go to www.katybni.com. • (BNI) Business Network International - Cinco Ranch - meets each Tuesday morning at 7-8:30 am at Willowfork Country Club at 21055 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, Katy, TX 77450. For info., Len Tierney at 713-824-6960 or go to www.bnihouston.com and search for Cinco Ranch Chapter in Katy, Texas. • Parkway Business Partners chapter of BNI meets every Wednesday at Willow Fork Country Club in Katy. Meetings are held from 7:15 AM until 9:00 AM and visitors are welcome. For information or a reservation to attend, please call Chris at 832-252-9413. • InHouston-Katy PremIer Professional Business Networking - meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 4:008:00 PM at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. For info., call Gail Stolzenburg 281-493-1955, gail@ freedomnow.net or Newell Cheatheam 713-385-3622, newell@ newellcheatheam.com or http://inhouston.ning.com/events InHouston-Katy. • BIZPACK - “Connecting People in Business and Life” - Networking And Breakfast $5: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:30-9:00 AM at Carriage Inn 1400 Katy-Flewellen Road. For info., call Jane Moughon at 832-455-4579 or email janemoughon@gmail.com. • THE ULTIMATE FITNESS AND WELLNESS NETWORK - Meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM. Membership is free. For more information, contact Karen Narum 281-871-8920 or fitnessjourney@live.com. • West Katy Netweavers - meets at Essence Cafe at Cross Creek Ranch Welcome Center in Fulshear every first and third Wednesday of the month, at 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM sharp. The cost of attendance is $1. For questions, tajanamesic@greengrovegroup. com or visit www.meetup.com/West-Katy-Netweavers/
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• Katy Bar Association - an Association of Attorneys who live or work in the Katy Area, holds its monthly meeting at 12:00 PM on the fourth Tuesday of every month at Willow Fork Country Club. Contact Nick Nicholas at nnicholas@jw.com or 713-752-4443 for more info. neighbors/welcome: • KATY NEIGHBORS’ COFFEES - Meets monthly on the last Tuesday, at 10 AM, at members homes. There are no officers of this club and membership is free to all. For more information please contact 281-5788-2078 or 281-395-1730. • Welcome Wagon Club of Katy - please call Sharon at 281-392-1658, or email welcomewagonclubkaty@yahoo.com. misc community groups: • The green Trails Ladies Club - For more info., call Helen Connolly at 832-577-7177. • The Greater Katy Exchange Club - meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM, at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. $15, includes dinner and guest speaker. For info., www.KatyExchangeClub.com or call Newell Cheatheam at 281-392-3034 or Kyle Simmons 281-497-7180 or www.KatyExchangeClub.com. RSVP is required. • The Katy Singles (over 35+) Meetup Group - a social club with free membership. Events are held in the Katy area. To learn more visit http://singles.meetup.com/1676. • Texas Coastal Cattlewomen (TCCW) - meets on the third Wednesday of each month, at various locations throughout the Houston area. For more info., contact Sue Dinges at 281-238-8382 or cell 281-381-1987. • KATY ROCKS - Mix, mingle, socialize and network with singles ages 35+ Group has a variety of events each month. For more details, visit www.meetup.com/Katy-Rocks. • BP Partners - Local organization for the spouses and partners of BP employees. Monthly activities. For membership info., contact Phyllis Crouch at phylliscrouch@comcast.net or www.bppartnershouston.com. • KATY AREA RETIRED EDUCATORS - meets at 11:30 AM, on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, September through May, at the Merrell Center in Katy. For information contact Luanne Zacek at 281-391-8464 or lzacek@hotmail.com.
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Craft, hobbY, just for fun groups • Nottingham Country Garden Club of Katy - We welcome all people interested in gardening and the environment, from the West Houston and Katy area. You do not have to live in Nottingham Country to belong to our organization! For more information about the club, please call 281-578-1036 or 281-693-0016. • american sewing guild in katy - meets 3rd Wednesday of every month from 1 to 3 PM at Quilt & Sew, 829 Mason Rd., Katy. For more info., go to www.asghouston.org. • The Pride of Texas Decorative Artists - meets 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM. We meet at Bear Creek Community Center off Patterson Rd. in Bear Creek Park. For more info., call Gloria Ware 281-492-0246. • WEST HOUSTON QUILT GUILD, 3rd Wednesdays, 7:00 PM Bear Creek Community Center, 3055 Bear Creek Dr. Houston, TX 77084, For more info., check our website at www.whqg.org. • KATY QUILTERS, Time and place will be scheduled in the Katy Area. Call the Katy Quilters, Shari Medford at 281-635-3000. • The Bluebonnet Stencilers of Texas - meets 1st Monday of the month from 6:30 - 9 PM at the Tracy Gee Community Center, 3599 Westcenter (One block east of Sam Houston Toll Road west). For more info. concerning meetings, call 281-370-2005.
What’s In Season for October! Here is a list of fruits and vegetables that are in season for October: Apples Beets Blackberries Broccoli Brussels sprouts Cabbage Cauliflower Chicory Cranberries
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5603 Timber Bay 22511 Coral Chase 5811 Grand Creek 27906 Heritage Stream 6122 Emberwood Falls 22910 Roberts Run 25323 Hall Meadow 23322 Millcross 25614 Foster Bridge 9902 Fiona Pines Trail 4810 Hollowvine 20822 Medallion Pointe 25315 Greenwell Springs 539 W. 17th St. 2911 Town Gate 602 E. 8th St. 9047 Necklace Tree 16023 Mickleham 6415 South Saddle Creek 3503 Lakes of Katy 9200 Westheimer 2719 Texas Laurel
27711 Rocky Creek 22426 Water Edge 6438 Clear Bend 5211 Tyler Park 4710 Derbywood Glen 10502 Lindabury Hollow 4814 Hollowvine 6122 Summerfield Glade 3211 Eagles Knoll 3411 Alden Manor 3103 Diamond Hollow 9718 Summit Bend 4811 Sundance Hollow 2914 S. Blue Meadow 5315 Everhart Manor 5722 Spring River 27815 Pinpoint Crossing 6518 Misty Retreat 2002 Tall Timbers 3422 Antelope Creek 14 Lake Mist
3731 Sedalia Brook 22522 Cascade Springs 3910 Rivermoss 3514 S. Lake Village 25402 Estes Lake 6003 Lakebluff 26822 Longleaf Valley 28011 Michener Falls 9423 Hawks Harbor 25303 Hall Meadow 6111 Summerfield Glade 25807 Pepper Bend 10402 Lindabury Hollow 27415 Royal Canyon 11422 Overland Trail 28910 Hollycrest 17210 Windy Pines 20802 Katie Marie 6006 Silver Thistle 1721 French Village 3914 Bianca Springs
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Seasonal RECIPES Melissa’s Brussels Sprouts Recipe courtesy Paula Deen
Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 6 whole garlic cloves 4 to 6 slices bacon 3/4 pound (about 12) Brussels sprouts, cut in 1/2 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 cup chicken broth Salt and freshly ground black pepper Directions In a large skillet melt the butter over medium heat. Put the garlic cloves in the skillet and brown completely. Remove the garlic to a small bowl. Add the bacon to the skillet and cook until crisp. Transfer the bacon to paper towels to drain, then cut into small pieces and set aside. Put the sprouts in the skillet with bacon grease, flat side down, and saute until they begin to brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Turn them over, increase the heat to medium-high and add the sugar and the broth. Cook for a few minutes, then add the cooked bacon and the garlic cloves. Cover and cook for 2 more minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve.
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Homeplate baseball pitching machine w/ remote control, paid $6,500, will sell for $4,000 OBO. Batting cage 12’ H x 12’ W x 70’ L, includes frame & net, paid $1,700, will sell for $850 OBO. GE microwave, $75; flute, $80; 5 piece sectional sofa, brown & beige suede, $1,000. Please call Kari, 432-528-5890. Eight foot Stylissimo slate pool table, with accessories. Birch wood with red felt. Excellent condition, $1,000 OBO. Contact joannhughes@gmail.com for additional info and pics. Genuine walnut, executive desks, good condition, $500 each. 713-628-9195. Discount - Cemetery Plots: Two (side by side), Woodlawn Garden of Memories, Unit A, Lot 211, Block 50; Unit B, Lot 210, Block 50. Flat markers only, cemetery pricing, $1,890 each. Contact Peggy Roberts, 432-362-3692 or Leighiii@grandecom.net. Custom white, faux wood blinds for sale. 3 - 40” W x 70” H, 1 sink window 34” W x 40” H. $40 each or best offer. Call 281-463-1175.
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WANTED Wanted: Game tickets or memorabilia for Astros, Rockets, Texans, College teams, etc for St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School Auction and Gala. Game tickets would need to be for after October 20, 2012. Thank you for these or any other donations! Please call Lorie at 713-443-9319 or email loriegreen21@gmail.com. Wanted: To buy gold jewelry, 10K - 21K and old U. S. coins. 713-894-8490.
HELP WANTED - CARE Quadriplegic lady needs caregiver, will require lifting, will be trained, evenings and some weekends. 713-466-7890.
HELP WANTED Allstate insurance agency looking for a CSR. Permanent part time, 25-30 hours per week. Must have current P/C license, $15-$18 per hour, gregwhite@allstate.com, 281-492-2626.
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Earn $50 to $75 dollars an hour promoting and selling women’s designer fashion jewelry. Work part-time and earn full-time pay with flexible hours. Earn trips, car allowance, free jewelry, plus money. Training provided, must have car and computer. Paid weekly. No experience is needed, but previous direct sales are rewarded. Must be 18 years or older. Contact Amber, amberfolk@att.net or 713505-4250 or Tonya at 832-217-6076. If no answer, please leave a voice mail message with reference to job and phone number. Have a great desire to teach children about God? Need a flexible work environment with awesome coworkers? Perhaps this is the job for you. Primary need is on Sunday, Wednesdays and Fridays, great job for moms! Direct inquiries to Kristi.Brock@bcstaff.org or pick up an application at Bear Creek Baptist Church, 5901 N Fry Rd. General agreement in statement of faith and background check/ references required. Katy area child care in need of part time and full time child care providers. Contact Mrs. Dana, 281-394-5437.
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Classified Ads Pediatric Dentist of Katy is looking for someone with exceptional customer service skills to join our front desk team. Familiarity with dental charting and scheduling is helpful. Applicant must be able to prioritize tasks and handle a busy schedule. Please fax in your resume to 281-693-9101. Manta Ray Enterprises, Inc. (MRE, Inc.) is always in search of highly motivated Real Estate Agents who’s core values that are aligned with that of the Broker’s. You are not expected to have the exact knowhow when you start. But open minded and willing to learn from a TREC-MCE Instructor with over 28 years experience on leasing and working with property management with single family homes & condos. MRE, Inc. will guide you on the proper forms to use. Broker will provide a one-on-one support to any Real Estate Agent willing and wanting to learn more. MRE, Inc. will assist you to better serve your clients/customers/investors with sales, leases and property management. MRE, Inc. has been recognized and involved with Katy ISD, Community Education for more than 23 years at Taylor High School in Katy. MRE, Inc. offers incentive packages along with additional Real Estate knowledge. For more information and to get started on your new career today; please contact the Broker, “Tisha” Matticks, at mre@mantarayenterprises.com .
On-Site Leaded Glass Door Repairs
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Looking for a highly motivated and outgoing person to be the front desk for a new dental office in Katy area. Candidate should be knowledgeable about dental insurance and have great communication skills. It is a paperless office so computer skills is a must. Experience is necessary, minimum 2 years. Need to know how to schedule, run daily/monthly/yearly reports, submit insurance claims electronically and manually, work on accounts receivable, manage patient charts, discuss and present treatment plans, verify insurance, pretreatment estimates and so on, handle patient upsets, deal with software support, etc. Please forward resume to assistdds@hotmail.com. Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff. Must have experience working in a licensed child care facility, be flexible and dependable and have a passion for early childhood education. Call 281-401-9828 or send resume to info@discovery-schoolhouse.com.
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Position available for an experienced sales/appointment setter for a local security company. Offering salary plus commission, work from home or office. Apply at 1035 Dairy Ashford, Suite 225, Houston, TX, 77079, Monday through Thursday, 8 AM to 11 AM.
Martial Arts USA is hiring qualified Tae Kwon Do Black Belts with WTF certification, over 18 years of age, background checks and interviews will be conducted. Contact Master Shin or Master An at 281-463-9333 or email YoungAn@cyfairtkd.com.Location, 17121 West Rd. Suite 200 Houston TX 77095.
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Now hiring security officers, part time/full time. No experience necessary. Retirees welcome. All shifts available. Accepting applications Monday - Thursday, 8 AM - 11 AM. Located at 1035 Dairy Ashford, Suite 225, Houston, Texas 77079. Phone: 281-759-1035.
Golf Hole Monitor for Par 3 Contests. Enjoy golf and the outdoors? Hole In One Challenge, a national par 3 company and affiliate of The First Tee and The World Golf Foundation, is seeking sales representatives to promote a par 3 contests on local golf courses. A portion of all sales will help support programs offered to young people through The First Tee. Work a 6 hour shift - approximately 8 AM to 2 PM. This is a commission only position with daily pay. Positions are available immediately. Must be able to pass drug test. Please contact Larry Wilkerson at 281-345-1517.
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Classified Ads Now Hiring! Do you love children? Small private preschool is now accepting applications. Must be dependable and energetic. Will train. Must have copy of High School Diploma or GED and copy of Social Security Card. Apply in person to 16618 Clay Road, Suite 400. 281-656-2273. Michelle’s Salon is looking for good experience hairstylist, massage therapist, nail tech and esthetician, lease or commission. 832-878-1052. The Pediatric Dentist of Katy is looking for a highly motivated Registered Dental Assistant. Our Pediatric Dental practice is located at 24022 Cinco Village Center Blvd., Suite 210 in Katy. Our office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM, with lunch from 12-1 PM. On Fridays we are open from 7:30 AM to 3 PM. Please bring by your resume in person.
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Housekeepers needed. Great hours for mom’s with school age children. 281-861-0394. Position available for an experienced hair stylist with a great attitude and good clientele. Benefits available. Call Images Hair Studio at 281-256-2286. Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900. Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment info. Send resume to randy@westhoustonelectric.com.
BOARDERS/ROOMMATES Hearthstone room for rent. Call 713-540-0768.
TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES Timeshare: rent a lovely condo for a full week in Hawaii. Sleeps 4, fully stocked kitchen. What else needs to be said... It’s Hawaii! $795. For information contact Cheryl at 281-855-7427. Las Vegas Timeshare - On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen, dining & living; jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s/2 Phones, 2 pools outside building, fitness room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days $355 - 7 days $500. No added fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409. Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar Creek Cabin, new 2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front porch, satellite TV, beautiful views, abundant wildlife, Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park, sleeps 8. Call 866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more information.
NOVENA Due to the amount of space involved and the response of those wishing to publish a Novena to St. Jude, a Novena to St. Jude will be published along with a list of initials of those wishing to publish one. We are sorry, but we cannot make exceptions. $5 Charge for each Novena per area. Please specify which area you would your Novena to appear in. - Krenek Printing. NOVENA TO ST. JUDE May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world, now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude help of the hopeless, pray for us. Say Novena 9 times a day for 9 days. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you St. Jude – IK JRT CF LA
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HELPFUL NUMBERS FOR GRAND LAKES Grand Lakes - Committee Chairpersons COMMUNITY EVENTS Winter Festival Carole Fox 281-693-1183 Bonnie Duhart GARAGE SALE OPEN Easter Egg Hunt Bonnie Duhart Denise Morrow JULY 4th EVENT Carole Fox 281-693-1183 HALLOWEEN EVENt Denise Morrow Bonnie Duhart
POLICE/FIRE Emergency Numbers.... Fire Department (Emergency) Fire Department (Non Emergency) Fort Bend Co. Sheriff
carolejeanfox@yahoo.com bduhart0325@gmail.com
Utilities/Post Office/FT BEND CO. CenterPoint Energy 713-659-2111 Reliant energy 713-207-7777 email:service@reliant.com Reliant energy light outage 713-207-2222
bduhart0325@gmailcom disemorrow2002@yahoo.com carolejeanfox@yahoo.com disemorrow2002@yahoo.com bduhart0325@gmailcom
Municipal District Services ( MDS) GL’s MUD # 1,2 & 4 contract with MUD Services (MDS) to operate the GL public water and sewer utilities
NEWSLETTER Monica Vagholkar monica_vagholkar@yahoo.com WOMAN’S ASSOC. Alexis Bante acbante@aol.com evajoel@sbcglobal Eva Miller
24-Hr Repair Hotline -Water Leaks/Sewage Stoppages 281-290-6503 Billing/Payment/Customer Care 281-290-6507
LOST & FOUND PETS Lisa Lambert 281-392-5792 grandlakes4pets@aol.com PLAY GROUPS Elizabeth Demaree emtheriot@yahoo.com 281-392-8861 CRIME WATCH GLEN GESOFF grandlakescrimewatch@yahoo.com
Consolidated Comm.(west of Peek) 1-866-989-2255 AT & T (east of Peek) 1-800-464-7928 Best Trash 281-313-2378 (Pick up Mon. & Thurs.) (Thurs.-Recycle) 713-207-2222 Street Lights - not working 1-800-332-7143 or www.centerpointenergy.com/houston> 713-341-1000 Comcast DPS Katy 281-391-4872 Katy & Park Row Post Offices 1-800-275-8777 713-465-8462 Dept. of Public Safety Poison Control 1/800/222-1222 Ft Bend Co. Animal Control 281-342-1512
GRAND LAKES BOARD of Directors Collins Pier Bill Jenkins
Schools www.katyisd.org KISD Administration KISD Transportation Alexander Rae Elementary Beckendorf Junior High Seven Lakes High School Miller Career Center www.katyisd.org
***911*** 281-498-2800 281-498-1310 281-341-4665
Gary Collins Jeff Ross
www.grandlakeslife.com PLANNED COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT, INC EMPLOYEES & ROLES RELEVANT TO GRAND LAKES
Community Katy Family YMCA Fort Bend Co. Court House Katy Chamber of Commerce
PCMI OFFICE 281-870-0585 FAX: 281-870-9170 P.O. BOX 219223 HOUSTON, TX 77218 Email customercare@PCMI-us.com 281-870-0585 CUSTOMER CARE
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Libraries Ft. Bend Co. Katy/Ft. Bend Mini-Branch Cinco Ranch Library George Memorial Maud Smith Marks
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Medical Fort Bend Co.Health Dept. Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital Kingsland Diagnostic Center Christus St. Catherine Hospital
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