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Happy THANKSGIVING! What’s New IN NOVEMBER It’s a food fest season! And yes, you CAN have a thinner Thanksgiving. Enjoy a stress free holiday and feed your hungry vegetarian guests for dinner this holiday. Without you, there’s no Garage Sale event, 4th of July celebration or GL Woman’s Association. More inside your November newsletter.
NEWSLETTER ARTICLE DEADLINES Newsletter submissions are due by the 20th of the month for the upcoming issue. Newsletter article deadlines are: December 2012 - due 10/20 January 2012 - due 11/20
NEW! MOMS IN PRAYER INTERNATIONAL MIPI is off to a great start this year! We offer 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. 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 for more information. The contact for Seven Lakes HS is Connie Creager at rccreager@netzero.net for more information. The Seven Lakes HS and the new SLJH group will be meeting in the prayer room at the Fellowship of Cinco Ranch on Mondays
November 2012 at 9:00 AM. The prayer room is located above Kosmos coffee. If you are interested in finding out more about MIPI, including homeschool, private school groups and Spanish-speaking groups, you can visit www.MomsInPrayer.org - their website.
Grand Lakes News It’s the holidays and a magnificent time for loving, sharing and giving. Why do we wait until the holidays to enjoy this spirit of giving? This is a wonderful selfless habit we can do everyday of our lives. How? Begin by asking someone “How are you” and be prepared to listen to how they are feeling. Majority of us ask someone how they are doing just out of formality and we really don’t care to know what’s going on with them. Someone will forever thank you for listening. Another way to give each day is by offering a loved one a cold glass of water when they come home from work, school or any other place. Cold water instantly calms the mind and you never know if they had a difficult commute home and simply need to distress. You can also send a friend a “Just wanted to let you know that I’m thinking of you” text message or email. It’s that simple. Now what about bigger things? Surprise them with a special meal. Be spontaneous by taking their hand, grabbing a jacket and taking your coffee cups to enjoy morning caffeine at the park, surrounded only by the morning dew and each other’s company. If you look at the pattern here, all of these selfless acts only require your love. Blessings to all for a great Thanksgiving. Email me: monica_vagholkar@yahoo.com
Tips for a Thinner Thanksgiving Apple pie. Mashed potatoes. Butter rolls. Green bean casserole. Stuffed turkey. FORGET THE SALAD. How on earth can you stay slim and trim this Thanksgiving when you’re surrounded by this horn of plenty? We have tips! • Get moving! Try to incorporate some kind of exercise, even if it’s going for a brisk walk. • Eat breakfast! Be sure to eat a healthy, fiber and vitamin packed breakfast to curb those cravings. • Skip the usuals! Skip the mashed potatoes and reach for roasted potatoes. Skip the pie and reach for fruit!
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Vegetarian Thanksgiving Ideas! What about the vegetarian guests during your Thanksgiving festivities? Yes YOU CAN enjoy making some great veggie dishes for everyone. Here are some ideas and find the recipes online: 1. Roasted Acorn Squash with Wild Rice Stuffing 2. Savory Onion and Leek Tart 3. Mushroom and Fennel Bread Pudding 4. Savory Egg Pudding ** use egg substitutions! 5. Roasted Delicata Squash Salad 6. Winter Greens Lasagna 7. Smoked Cheddar Soufflé 8. Winter Greens Soup 9. Celery Root and Squash Gratin with Walnut-Thyme Streusel 10. Broccoli, Mushroom and Gouda Quiche
Have a Stress Free Thanksgiving! 1. Get Enough Sleep This is the number one cause of stress, we run ourselves ragged and don’t take the time to relax and recharge. A good night’s sleep will have you feeling refreshed and ready to take on the holidays. 2. Know your Boundaries If you have accepted to cook the holiday meal, make sure you know just how many family members will be attending your feast. Know when to say no to extra stragglers that family members might want to bring along. This will make your meal planning easier.
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3. Count to 10 It is a good thing to take a breath and count to ten to collect yourself. You will make it through! 4. Let Bygones be Bygones There will be family members who love to make snarky little comments, we all have one of those in our families. The best way to approach this is to just ignore the comment and hopefully, they will stop once they see they haven’t gotten a rise out of you. 5. Keep Everyone Busy Assign people duties, get the kids to set the table, have Aunt Margie help with dinner, get everyone involved so you don’t have to take it all on yourself. Thanksgiving is all about giving thanks for what we have in our lives. Go around the dinner table and have everyone state what he or she are thankful for; don’t forget to remember those who have passed to keep them in spirit.
NOVEMBER 2012 Observances & Fun Facts November 2012 is observed as: • American Diabetes Month • Lung Cancer Awareness Month • Native American Indian Heritage • National Healthy Skin Month • National Family Caregivers Month Birthstone: Topaz and Citrine Fruit & Veggies for November: • Apples • Plantains • Collard Greens• Mustard Greens • Kale • Swiss Chard • Broccoli • Rabe November Flower: Chrysanthemum Astrological Signs: Scorpio (till 21st) & Sagittarius (beginning 22nd)
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8 Tips to Avoid Over Spending on Black Friday Do you get a rush when you purchase something? Scientifically, it’s no surprise that we get this rush - just like with any other pleasurable activity, shopping can spur the release of feel-good hormones in our brains. Here are some tips for keeping your overspending and overbuying in check this Black Friday, the holiest of shopping holidays. • Skip the sales all together • Pay with cash - When we use credit cards, there’s very little pain associated. But when we use cash, it hurts. • Set a budget. • Keep a spending diary. • Be Mindful Of What - And Why - You’re Spending. • Sleep on it - Consider giving big purchases a 24-hour cooling-off period. • Consider What Your ____ Would Say About Your Spending. • Think About Why You Want To Shop On Black Friday So Badly.
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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
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).
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COMMITTEE ANNOUNCEMENTS 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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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!
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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.
playgroup announcements GRAND LAKES Playgroups Are you new to Grand Lakes? Want your child to meet new friends in our neighborhood? Grand Lakes playgroups provide an opportunity to get involved in our community while having a great time and meeting new friends. There is a playgroup for every age from newborn through kindergarten and most times/days will work around your child’s preschool schedule. Contact Elizabeth Demaree at emtheriot@yahoo.com or 281-392-8861.
Grand Lakes Chinese children playgroup! We meet each Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30 - 11:00 am. Learn Chinese and enjoy fun with other children aged 5 and younger. Contact Stella at 713-410-0520 (Zhang Jing) or stellagrhodes@ msn.com (email).
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GRAND LAKES EMAIL GROUP 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.
Organizing Grand Lakes Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) 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
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periodic training classes. Visit their facebook page at www.facebook. com/pages/West-I-10-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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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RECYCLING NEWS FOR GRAND LAKES
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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 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.
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 281-3421512. 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.
Stop That Barking! 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!
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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.
5 steps to a happier healthier pet
1. Protect your pet from extreme weather (heat, cold, rain, etc). 2. Keep indoors or in a fenced yard and on a leash when walked. 3. Make sure they’re up to date with vaccinations. 4. 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.
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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.
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).
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.
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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
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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.
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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!
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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.
Turkey Dash Route Through Part of Grand Lakes on Thanksgiving Morning On Thanksgiving Day (November 22nd), the 10th annual YMCA Turkey Dash will take place in which a new 10K race has been added for the 2012 event. A portion of the 10K course runs through a section of Grand Lakes. The race route travels south on Peek Road to the Westpark Tollway, then u-turns to return north on Peek. The racers will turn east on Emily Park Lane, north on Grandwood Lane, west on Grand Brooks Lane, south on Rainwood Park Lane, west onto Emily Park Lane to exit the neighborhood then back north on Peek. It is estimated that the fastest runners will arrive at the east Emily Park Lane roundabout a little after 8 am. The last runners should be exiting the neighborhood by around 9 am. Police officers and course marshals will be stationed at intersections and along the road for safety along with road cones and signage. Cars will be allowed through as safety allows. This race course has been approved by the Grand Lakes HOA and the County Commissioner. Please be mindful of the racers if your plans require you to leave your home during this time on Thanksgiving morning. For a detailed view of the race course, visit www.ymcaturkeydash.org and click on the Course tab. The racers would love some encouragement as they are running, so feel free to come out and cheer them on as they pass by! Thank you in advance for your support of this charity event and of the race participants.
Citizens for Animal Protection • 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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Section 529 Plans: Saving for College (Part 2 of 2) Last month in Part 1 … How 529 Plans work along with pros and cons. This month … Choosing the Plan That’s Best for Your Family. Section 529 plans are just one of the options you have for college savings. They offer a great deal of flexibility in exchange for a higher level of investment risk. If you’re getting a late start or if your child is unsure of which college he or she wishes to attend, a Section 529 plan may be your best choice. But if you’re starting early on saving for college, you might consider a prepaid tuition plan. This plan allows you to lock in today’s tuition rate, which can mean a savings of thousands of dollars in college costs. Prepaid tuition plans guarantee payment of a semester’s tuition for each unit that you buy and payments may be spread out over several years. Almost all prepaid tuition plans are more restrictive when it comes to choosing a college and they may also be more restrictive in terms of withdrawals. Applicants will typically receive a list of participating colleges that a child can attend. If the child wishes to go to a school outside the plan, the value of the investment may be reduced.
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(Revised 8/12) If your name was left off the list, it is because you did not return our call or email to update our records. You will have to resubmit your information to be put back on If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job seeker’s list, please fill out the form in the newsletter with your name, age, birthdate (mon. & yr.), phone number, (one only) year you will graduate (or grade presently in) and the name of your subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on your form. Mail to Krenek Printing, 7102 Glen Chase Ct., Houston, TX 77095 or email to news@krenekprinting.com. Must have parent(s) permission.
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OUTSTANDING KATY ISD STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN 2012 LONE STAR LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CAMPS This past school year, nine outstanding Katy ISD students were selected to participate in Education in Action’s 2012 spring break and summer camps. Lone Star Leadership Academy camps took place in Dallas/Fort Worth, Austin/San Antonio and Houston/Galveston depending on the students’ grade level. Selection for the Lone Star Leadership Academy was based on each student’s demonstrated academic success and leadership ability, an educator recommendation and involvement in school and community activities.
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During the Lone Star Leadership Academy camps, selected students joined delegations of other distinguished students from across the state to develop leadership skills while learning about the great state of Texas. They also completed problem solving and decision-making simulations, exercised creativity and practiced presentation skills in leadership groups. Participants experienced what they are learning in school through visits to historically, politically, scientifically, and environmentally significant sites.
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Beck Junior High: Carter Burton, Keely Meloche Beckendorff Junior High: Matthew Hammond, Robert LeFlore Cinco Ranch Junior High: Jamie Tan Memorial Parkway Junior High: Gard Sandbakk Bonnie Holland Elementary: Caleb Oneal Cimarron Elementary: Diego Rivera Griffin Elementary: Esme Grimshaw For more information about the Lone Star Leadership Academy or to nominate outstanding students for 2013 programs, visit www.educationinaction.org
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On August 23rd, Roosevelt Alexander Elementary held its “Meet the Teacher Night.” This was an evening for all of the RAE students and their families to meet their new teachers, visit the classroom and say hello to staff. Working hard on this night was the RAE PTA. At the “Meet the Teacher” event, the RAE PTA sold spirit wear, started their membership drive, distributed and sold school supplies and passed out the 2011 - 2012 yearbooks. It was a busy, fun and exciting night. RAE is looking forward to another gRAEt year!
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BECKENDORFF JR. HIGH - “SEE YOU AT THE POLE” On September 26th Beckendorff Junior High students joined together for “See You at the Pole.” “See You at the Pole” is a prayer rally where students meet at the school flagpole before school to pray for their friends, families, teachers, school and nation. This is a student-initiated, student-organized and student-led event. Originally initiated in 1990 by 10 students, millions of students now meet on the fourth Wednesday each September for this occasion.
SEVEN LAKES HIGH SCHOOL SLHS SAPPHIRE WINTER DANCE SHOWCASE Wednesday, December 12, 2012, 7:00 PM, Seven Lakes High School Performing Arts Center. Featuring performances from the SLHS Sapphires Dance Team, SLHS Dance Classes, Dance Clinic students, as well as local area dance companies, including the Houston Met. Tickets: Pre-event sale $8, at the door $10.
SLHS SPARTAN HOLIDAY HOME TOUR The Spartan Showcase of Holiday Homes will be held from 6 to 9 PM on Thursday, November 29th and Friday, November 30th. Tickets are $12 In Advance and $15 at the door. For more information visit: sevenlakesptsa.com or contact Michelle Hebert at michelle@entouch.net
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PRIVATE SCHOOLS POPE JOHN CC INVITATIONAL Pope John’s cross-country team hosted our first-ever meet, the Lion Pride Invitational. 716 runners from 44 schools competed in eight different categories - from high school varsity 5k to an elementary school 1 mile run. The meet, which was organized by Coach Hilda Gonzales and a group of cross-country team parents, was held on the Pope John campus and garnered much praise from both competitors and coaches. Our Lion runners did the school proud too, with the Girls Varsity team of Kara Christopherson, Maria Gonzales, Brandie Guice, Bethany Villafranca, Bethany Vuyk and Emily Yoder taking home the 3rd place trophy. Two Varsity boys won individual medals: Cameron Guice placed 6th, running the 5K course in 18 minutes 15 seconds and Dylan Brokmeyer was 19th with a time of 19:10. Four Varsity girls won individual medals: Maria Gonzales placed 2nd, running the 5K in 19:38. Emily Yoder was 5th with a 20:51. Brandie Guice, competing in her first Varsity race, was 15th, with a time of 22:25 and Bethany Vuyk placed 16th, with a 22:30. The boys Varsity team of Dylan Brokmeyer, J.P. Gonzales, Cameron Guice, Noah Hearn and Austin Morrison was 5th. Michael Alexander, Josh Chavez, Chris Davidson, Osa Imoisi, Alan Lasater, Sean Reilly, Nathan Schmitt and Kyle Smith ran JV and our JV girls team was Kiersten Hofbauer, Hailey Justus and Jackie Lee. Running a meet the size of the Lion Pride Invitational took numerous volunteers. The school community stepped up to the plate, with many students, parents, faculty and staff willing to show up at 6:00 AM on a Saturday to help with the meet.
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GA R A GE S A L E S Westheimer Lakes, WESTHEIMER LAKES NORTH AND CARDIFF RANCH Community Garage Sale Our residents have cleaned out their closets and can’t wait for you to stop by on Saturday, November 3rd from 7 AM to 12 Noon! You’ll find treasures galore in our community-wide garage sale! Residents will be selling their items right out of their garages. For a map and list of items being sold at Westheimer Lakes and Westheimer Lakes North, don’t forget to stop by the SplashPad (located in the Westheimer Lakes section - 26103 Canyon Fields Drive, Richmond 77406, 832-222-2355) on the day of the sale. For a map and list of items being sold at Cardiff Ranch, don’t forget to pick it up at the entrance to Cardiff Ranch which is not far from Westheimer Lakes North (located off of FM 1463 and 1-2 miles from the FM 1093 intersection, Katy 77494, 832-222-2355) on the day of the sale.
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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FALL CRAFT SHOWS NORWEGIAN CHRISTMAS BAZAAR The Bazaar will be on Friday, Nov. 2nd (11 AM-5 PM), Saturday, Nov. 3rd (10 AM-4 PM) and Sunday, Nov. 4th (12 Noon-4 PM) at Norwegian Seamen’s Church, 4309 Young Street, Pasadena. Take a trip to Norway in Houston! There will be unique holiday gifts such as Scandinavian Christmas decorations, trolls, Nisser, Swedish linens and Norwegian jewelry. Great raffle prizes, silent auction and folk dancing on Saturday. Visit our bakery selling Norwegian specialty cookies and breads. A Wide selection of Scandinavian foods for sale. Take time for lunch in our cafeteria serving “open-faced” sandwiches and cream cakes. For more info., call 281-998-8366.
34th Annual Deerfield Village Christmas Bazaar Friday, Nov. 2nd - 12 - 8 pm Saturday, November 3rd - 9 am - 4 pm Deerfield Village Rec. Center at Clay Road Between Barker-Cypress & Highway 6 Lots of Christmas goodies & Seasonal Items. This event is free to everyone but we ask that you bring a nonperishable item. There is a great need in the community and items will be distributed in the area.
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
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The Church of Holy Apostles HOLIDAY HOP Experience one stop shopping this holiday season at the HOLIDAY HOP, sponsored by Vendor Blenders on November 10, 2012. Come shop from 9 am to 3 pm your favorite direct sales representatives and homemade gift items at The Church of Holy Apostles 1225 W. Grand Parkway S., Katy, TX 77494. The first 100 shoppers receive a free swag bag with great holiday coupons and gifts! We will be holding a raffle with proceeds to benefit Toys for Tots. You do not have to be present to win. Remember, the Nutcracker Market is a 4-day event that cost you admission, but the HOLIDAY HOP is your free local one stop shop for all your gift-giving ideas! See you at the HOP!
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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
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17th Annual Langham Creek Market and Craft Show November 10th through November 11th, (Sat. 9 am-5 pm & Sun. 10 am-4 pm). Join us at the Cy-Fair ISD Exhibit Center located at 11206 Telge Rd. just off Hwy. 290. Indoor facility with over 160 vendors selling a wide variety of products. Also concessions, games, free parking and clean restrooms! Fun for the whole family! All proceeds benefit Langham Creek FFA students. For questions or vendor applications regarding available booths, please email langhamcreekffa@yahoo.com or visit us on Facebook (search for “17th Annual Langham Creek Market and Craft Show”).
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FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF HOUSTON 18th 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 jearl8925@sbcglobal.net for booth prices and other information.
FALL FESTIVALS 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,
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The Seven Lakes High School PTSA presents the Spartan Showcase of Holiday Homes! Tour a variety of stately homes beautifully decorated for the holidays on Thursday, November 29th and Friday, November 30th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Advanced Ticket Sales will begin November 14th at Cobblestone Cottage, 23701 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, TX 281-693-4085 and Seven Lakes High School, 9251 S. Fry Road. visit the SLHS PTA Website - www.sevenlakesptsa.com or call 281-237-2800. For more information or questions, contact Michelle Hebert at michelle@entouch.net; Cynthia Rodriquez at crod1@comcast.net or Ashley Vann at ashleyvann@earthlink.net
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Taylor High School Holiday 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 feature five lovely area homes and will also include a market place with 16 vendors for you to browse and shop! 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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the Eighth Annual Seven Lakes Fine Arts Holiday Extravaganza! Please Save the Date for: Friday, December 7th The Fundraiser Dinner and Silent Auction features: Band, Choir, Orchestra, Sapphires, Theater and benefits our Fine Arts Musical, The Drowsy Chaperone! Dinner and auction are from 5:30-7:15 pm in the SLHS Commons with a full concert following at 7:30 PM in the SLHS PAC.
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Saturday, December 8th 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Family Life Assembly of God 1012 South Mason Road Katy, TX 77450 Delicious homemade Christmas cookies for that special loved one, last minute gift or holiday gathering. Choose from an assortment of goodies that will bring a smile to any holiday celebration. Come early for the best selection. All sold by the pound. For more information contact us at flagwomen@familylifeassembly. org or call 281-392-0637.
SPARTAN BASEBALL Booster Club 6th Annual GOLF TOURNAMENT Supporting Seven Lakes High School Baseball Program
Living Word Lutheran Church to present “A Night of Rejoicing” Living Word Lutheran Church invites the Katy community to its presentation of “A Night of Rejoicing” on Sunday, December 9th at 8:00 am, 9:30 am and 11:00 am in the church sanctuary. The cantata will feature the Living Word Choir, Bell Choir, Choristers and a chamber orchestra. “A Night of Rejoicing” features both familiar Christmas carols and newlycomposed pieces. Following each service, there will be an instrument petting zoo for children to get a close-up look at the musical instruments. Living Word is located at 3700 S. Mason Rd., Katy 77450 at the corner of Westheimer Parkway. For more information, please see the church’s website www.livingwordkaty.org or call 281-392-2300, x 213.
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Meadowbrook Farms Golf Club Monday, November 12th 4 Person Scramble - 12:00 pm - Shotgun Start Box Lunch, SLHS Booster Club Raffle, Dinner & Silent Auction Tournament Events Prizes ~ Long Drive ~ Closest to Pin ~ Longest Putt ~ Within the Flagstick ~ Raffle ~ Silent Auction Other events ~ Spartan Drive ~ Batter Up ~ Par 3 Games Fees Individual Entry: $125 • Spartan Event Package: $25 Staff/Student Entry: $75 • MVP Sponsor: $ 425 Contact Luke Clements at 281-932-1888 or pamlukeclements@comcast.net for more details or assistance
FUNDRAISERS Keep Kids Connected - Recycle your Aluminum Beverage Cans for a Good Cause! 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.
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CrossPoint Community Church’s 2nd Annual The Outdoor Market & 5K event! The Outdoor Market, a second annual event, that features vendors, craftsmen, household items, children’s activities and concessions will be held at CrossPoint Westgreen, located at 700 S. Westgreen Blvd, Katy, TX. The Outdoor Market is one of two events being held on November 17th. The first of which is GO 5K A Different Way, a race that includes a series of obstacles and “outreach” tasks where 500 participants will collect items throughout their journey and create care packages that will be delivered to persons in need at a later date. Proceeds from the registration of both events will be donated to Christ Clinic of Katy. Visit 5KDifferentWay.com to register for the 5K or for more information.
UPCOMING EVENTS
NATURE PROGRAM FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN 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:
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November 6th: Movement & Migration November 13th: Sprouting Seeds November 20th: American Indians November 27th: **no program** December 4th: Animal Homes December 11th: Christmas in the Woods
Free Driver Safety Class Saturday, November 10, 9 am - 3 pm; ages 16+. This class is for lowering insurance premiums. If you need
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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.
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LONE STAR AFRICAN VIOLET CONVENTION SHOW AND SALE The Spring Branch African Violet Club is pleased to host The 2012 Lone Star African Violet Convention, Show and Sale in Houston, TX. Top African violet growers around the state will be competing for awards. The Crowne Plaza, located “Near Reliant and the Medical Center” at 8686 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77054, will be the site of this year’s convention. The dates of the Convention and Show are October 31 - November 3, 2012. Violets of all types such as standards, miniatures, semi-miniatures and trailers will be available by commercial vendors. A variety of supplies and a limited number of other Gesneriads will be available for sale.
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The African Violet Sale and Show will be open free to the public Thursday, November 1, 2012 Sale: 12 pm-5 pM Friday, November 2, 2012 Sale: 9 am-5 pm Saturday, November 3, 2012 Sale: 10 am-4:30 pm Show: 8:30 am-4:30 pm For more info on the convention, please call 281-748-8417. Email: kjwross@yahoo.com
SPORTS Katy YMCA • WINTER YMCA Youth Sports Leagues: Youth NFL Flag Football (grades 1st - 7th), Basketball (PreK-7th) or Cheerleading (grades K6th). Teen Volleyball and Basketball also offered. Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or check out our website: ymcahouston. org Registration deadline is December 2nd ($10 late fee after November 25th). • LIVESTRONG at the YMCA: A twelve-week, small group program designed for adult cancer survivors. YMCA membership is NOT required. All participants will receive a free 12 week Y membership. For more information, contact Cindy Jackson at 281-392-5055, ext. 220 or via email at cindy.jackson@ymcahouston.org • Babysitting Training at the Y: Saturday, November 17th, 9 AM – 3 PM. For ages 10-15. This course teaches babysitting skills, including handling emergencies and preventing accidents. It also contains segments on feeding, diapering, playing with and caring for children. Students should bring their lunch and one baby doll. Study books are optional and require an additional fee. For more information about registration and fees, contact Anneca Sarver at asarver@ymcahouston.org or 281-392-5055. • Volunteers Needed for Community Event: High School students: Do you need service hours for school? The YMCA’s Thanksgiving Day Turkey Dash is the perfect opportunity to earn those hours. Approximate hours 6:30 – 10:30 AM. Visit www.ymcaturkeydash. org and click the Volunteer Ops tab to register. • YMCA Turkey Dash: 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.
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Race Day Schedule 7:10 AM – 1 Mile Kids Race 7:45 AM – 10K 8:05 AM – 5K 9:15 AM – 1 Mile Walk/Run 9:45 AM – Awards Ceremony
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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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New Creation hosts Free Ice Cream Social New Creation arrived in Fulshear promising to share God’s love. What they didn’t tell us was that it comes with free ice cream. This new faith community, headed by Pastor Dale Olson, is giving a free scoop of Ashby’s Sterling premium ice cream to anyone who shows up at the Sweet Tooth Shoppe between 2 and 4 PM on November 10th. The Sweet Tooth Shoppe, located at 8503 FM 359 in downtown Fulshear, is an old-fashioned candy and ice cream store. There will also be a drawing for two $50 gift cards. Area residents are starting to enjoy having this new church in town!
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Nov. 11th - 6:00 pm-8:00 pm Jeff and Debby McElroy www.foreverfamilies.com Jeff and Debby McElroy, founders of Forever Family Ministries, will be leading the Nov. 11th, Second Sunday Night service at Trinity. They have been involved with marriage and family ministry since 1989 and have become one of the most soughtafter marriage and family speakers across the country. Come hear Jeff and Debby as they share their hearts in a unique blend of honesty, drama, comedy and insight. Weekly student activities at Trinity T3 (grades 7-12) G 2:20: Sundays, 4:30 pm-5:45 pm - The T3 students are currently studying Soul Detox: Clean Living in A Contaminated World by Craig Groeschel Free Pizza, fun games and fellowship: Wednesdays, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm Access 56 (grades 5-6) Access 56 discipleship: Sundays, 4:15 pm-5:30 pm Children’s choir (grades K-6): Sundays, 5:30 pm-6:15 pm
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281-617-2231 Meeting: November 13, 2012 Time: 9:30 AM - Arrive/Visit 10:00 AM - Meeting begins Place: Church on the Rock, 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
Living Word Lutheran Church Thanksgiving SERVICE Living Word Lutheran Church would like to invite the community to join us for a service of thanksgiving on Tuesday, November 20th at 7 pm. Living Word is located at 3700 S. Mason Road in Katy. For more information visit www.livingwordkaty.org or contact the church office at 281-392-2300.
children’s and youth music programs
Free children’s and youth music programs are being offered at Living Word Lutheran Church. Age-appropriate lessons in the basics of music will be taught. This will include singing and playing bells/chimes. The program is open to all; church membership is not required. Ages 3, 4 and Kindergarteners meet on Mondays, 6:00-6:45 pm in the Living Word Annex. Grades 1-6 meet on Tuesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm in the Living Word Sanctuary. Grades 6-12 meet on Sundays at 4:00 pm in the Sanctuary. The program will feature positive reinforcement in a fun and caring environment. Living Word Lutheran is located at 3700 S. Mason Rd., Katy 77450 and the Living Word Annex is at 3750 S. Mason, Suite 900.
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For more information, please visit the church website www.LivingWordKaty.org or contact Susan Terry at 832-282-9333 or 281-3922300, x213 or susanterry@livingwordkaty.org
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: November 8th December 6th
Power for Today Bible Study and Prayer
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Matt 6:34 Held every 3rd Tuesday - 6:30-7:30 pm Omni Hotel Westside - Café on the Lake 13210 Katy Freeway Houston, Texas 77079 281-558-8338
“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, rejuve-
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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.
Big Back to School and Pet Blessing enjoyed by Fulshear families! When the launch team for New Creation Lutheran Church gathered to plan a first public event, they wanted it to be family oriented and fun to reflect their worshipping community. This goal was achieved at their first annual Blessings Event held the last Sunday in August. Entire families, including pets, came to the Cornelius’ home on James Lane in Fulshear to receive blessings for the new school year! Teachers representing three districts were blessed. Families with roots in Ecuador and Colombia were included, possibly drawn by the launch team’s previous experience supporting education for street children in Peru. Dogs of many breeds romped together, including one retriever who repeatedly jumped into the swimming pool. Thanks to a grant from Fort Bend Thrivent Financial, there were hot dogs to eat and games to play. A large inflatable proved to be the most popular activity. At the end of the day, children left for home with a gift bag, a Bible verse and a smile. All were invited back at a later date for New Creation’s first worship service with Pastor Dale Olson.
SHALOM Hi Jewish Community. Let’s get connected! To share Shabbat dinners, Chanukah parties, Passover Seders or simply get together! Interested? Email us at info@shalomcypress.org or visit www.shalomcypress.org - our website.
SENIOR CHURCH GROUPS Kingsland Baptist Church Weekly Events for Adult 55+
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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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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. 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.
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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.
Katy Area Republicans Katy’s Conservative Voice
Please check our Facebook page or our website www.katyrepublicans. com for information on meeting times and places. For further information, contact Kate Diehl at 832-643-0378 or ktuqt@consolidated.net.
Katy Area Democrats
Katy Area Democrats meets 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Briarchester club house at 7 PM. Great speakers each month as well as opportunities for community involvement. For information, contact Pat Darwish 281-647-0986 or pdarwish@comcast.net or visit our website www.katydemocrats.net.
Katy Mommy Patriots
Katy Mommy Patriots is a group of moms meeting together to join the fight to protect our children’s future by getting involved in community and political events. Come join us as we study the issues, work to elect candidates that will protect our rights and join with other groups across America to ensure that our voices are heard. We meet twice a month. For more information, call Kelly Horsley 281-858-8830 or Martha Mathis 832-321-4854.
The 912ers of Katy
The 912ers of Katy is a growing group of Patriots supporting the 9/12 Principles advocated by Glenn Beck. We support smaller government at all levels, fiscal responsibility and term limits for all elected officials. Join us for lively discussions and other activities. For more information, please visit our Meetup Group website at http://912katy.org or email Milton Richards at mer@912katy.org.
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Things are busier than ever at the Harris County Democratic Party and the Coordinated Campaign is looking for volunteers and interns here in Katy! Contact peter@hcdp.org or 281-578-2435 for more information!
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Katy Sunrise Rotary
Katy Sunrise Rotary Club is a member club of Rotary International, a 100-year-old worldwide service organization. Katy Sunrise Rotary meets every Tuesday morning, at 7:00 AM, for breakfast at The Club at Falcon Point, guests and visitors are welcomed. For more information please visit www.katysunriserotary.com.
Rotary Club of Katy
Formed in 1946, the Rotary Club of Katy has a diverse membership of 30 business and professional men and women. The club meets each Thursday, from noon to 1:00 PM, at Hasta La Pasta, 1450 Grand Parkway, Suite E, Katy, TX 77494. For more information, call 281-392-0045 or visit www.katyrotary.com.
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West Houston Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at 12:15 PM for Lunch and Fellowship at the Omni Hotel West Houston, Katy Freeway at Eldridge. Guests and visitors are welcome. Rotary clubs provides many opportunities for giving back to our community (local and global); come join us for fun, friendships and community service. Contact 281-627-0662 for more info.
Katy Toastmasters
Do you need to improve your communication skills for presentations, interviews, networking or everyday conversations with co-workers, customers or volunteers? We are a supportive group of members who help each other become better speakers and leaders. We meet the first three Thursdays at Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union, 25525 Katy Mills Parkway, Katy, TX 77494. (We are located behind Katy Mills Mall near Pin Oak Road.) from 7:30 PM-9:00 PM. For more information, visit our website at http://katy.toastmastersclubs.org
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Need speaking skills? Improve your communication skills; lose your fears of public speaking; and learn skills that will help you be more successful in whatever path you’ve chosen in life. You are invited to visit the Park 10 Talkers Toastmasters Club every Thursday each month, at 11:45 AM, at NACE, 1440 South Creek Dr, Houston, 77084; telephone 281-228-6287. For more information on Toastmasters, go to www.toastmasters.org.
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West Houston’s (CBMC) Christian Businessmen Committee small group ministry teams meet at the following days and times each week. Houston Metro Office 713-688-4343 www.houston.cbmc.com or www.cbmc.com/index.htm. • Thursday, 7:00 - 8:00 AM, 8556 Katy Freeway #128, I-10 at Bingle. Leader: Joe Calvert, 713-461-5960. • Thursday, 7:00 - 8:00 AM, 10810 Old Katy Road, Suite 100, U Tex Bldg., call 713-827-0777 for more info. • Friday, 7:00 - 8:15 AM, 4543 Post Oak Place, Suite 231. Leaders: John Montgomery, 281-477-4367; Paul McDonald, 713-871-8766.
American Business Women Association’s Katy Charter Chapter
American Business Women Association’s Katy Charter Chapter meets the second Tuesday of each month, at Hasta la Pasta, located on the Grand Parkway. Networking begins at 6:00 PM, followed by dinner and meeting at 6:30. Please email RSVPs and inquiries to abwa.katy@gmail.com.
WEST HOUSTON ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS
The West Houston Chapter of International Assoc. of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) usually meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at Embassy Suites Huston - Energy Corridor at 11730 Katy Freeway (N. side of I10 - Kirkwood Exit). Networking begins at 5:30 PM, dinner is served at 6:00 PM. Reservations are required. For additional info, please contact Caroline Champness CAP-OM at caroline.champness@bp.com or go to www.iaap-westhouston.org to visit our website.
ABWA West Houston Network
ABWA West Houston Network - Meets the second Thursday of each month, 11:30 AM-1:00 PM, at the Marriott Energy Corridor - I-10 Katy Freeway between Park Ten and Hwy 6. Visit our website at www.whenabwa.org for more info or to RSVP.
BUSINESS NETWORK INTERNATIONAL
Business Network International - BNI is the largest networking organiztion of its kind. Business Network International, (BNI)/Katy Group meets every Thursday, at 7:00 AM, at The Club @ Falcon Point, 24503 Falcon Point Drive, Katy, Texas 77494. Come visit us and introduce your business to our group. Chapter contacts: President, Gary Nething, 832-247-2421 or Vice President, Angelo Molinas, 832-2898488. For more information on Katy BNI, go to www.katybni.com.
Business Network International
Business Network International, (BNI)/Cinco Ranch Group meets every Tuesday from 7:00-8:30 AM, for breakfast and business networking, at Willowfork Country Club at 21055 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, TX 77450. Please RSVP to Len Tierney at 713-8246960 or go to www.bnihouston.com and search for Cinco Ranch Chapter in Katy, Texas.
Parkway Business Partners chapter of BNI
The 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.
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Katy Bar Association
Katy Bar Association, which is 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. Anyone interested in attending should contact Nick Nicholas at nnicholas@jw.com or 713-752-4443.
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Katy Neighbor’s Coffees are open to all women who live in the Katy Area. It is to promote friendship in the neighborhood among old and new residents. Coffees are held once a month 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 281-578-2078 or 281-395-1730.
West Katy Netweavers
Welcome Wagon Club Katy has a monthly coffee that will be on Tuesday, October 2, 2012. The coffee is an informal gathering held in a members home. To attend the coffee, please email welcomewagonclubkaty@yahoo.com or call Mardeena 832-655-2465 or Eunice 281-676-4176.
Business-To-Business Networking And Breakfast $5: Meets 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:30-9:00 AM at Carriage Inn 1400 Katy-Flewellen Road, Katy, 77494. For info., call Jane Moughon at 832-455-4579 or email janemoughon@gmail.com. Website: www. meetup.com/BizPackNetworksHouston/events/30096641.
West Katy Netweavers is here to help professionals their business. We are meeting at Essence Cafe at Cross Creek Ranch Welcome Center in Fulshear every first and third Wednesday of the month. Breakfast meetings start at 7:30 AM and end at 8:30 AM sharp. We have much to cover in our hour together and the meet ing format is structured, but attendees are welcome to arrive early and stay late for informal networking. The cost of attendance is $1. Members may bring a number of your business cards to exchange with others and leave one with us. For questions, contact me at tajanamesic@greengrovegroup.com or visit www.meetup.com/ West-Katy-Netweavers/
Fitness Journey Network
Fitness Journey Network is a NEW group of Katy health and wellness professionals meeting the first Thursday of each month, at various locations in the Katy area. Membership is free. If you would like more information or would like to be a part of our group, please contact Karen Narum at 281-871-8920 or at fitnessjourney@live.com.
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Welcome Wagon Club of Katy
The Welcome Wagon Club members and guests will have a presentation by Barbara Germana CPA with Gritting and Company PC in Sugar Land on “Identity Theft.” The luncheon will be Tuesday, October 9, 2012, at 11:30 AM. Cost is $20; location of the luncheon will be Falcon Point Country Club, 24503 Falcon Point Dr. Katy, Texas 77494. All Katy area woman, whether new or long time residents, are welcome to attend. Reservations are required and must be made by October 5, 2012. Mail a check made out to “Welcome Wagon Club Katy” for $20 to Joan Magee, 27510 Rosewood Valley Dr. Katy, Texas 77494, 832-437-1455 or email welcomewagonclubkaty@ yahoo.com The Welcome Wagon Club of Katy is a community minded, social organization, with membership open to all woman in the Katy area. Monthly activities include: Decorating, Mahjongg, Bunco, Local Trips, Dinning Out, as well as Lunch and a Movie.
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Looking to make new friends? Want to participate in fun activities? You are cordially invited to join one of Houston’s friendliest women’s clubs! We have monthly luncheons and numerous monthly activities for all ages and abilities. Meetings are held at Lakeside Country Club, 100 Wilcrest Drive, Houston, TX 77042. Cost is $29 per person. Contact NNGH.org for reservations. For more info contact: Renee M Middleton- Publicity Chairman phone/fax: 713-977-9222; P. O. Box 19882, Houston, TX 77224-9882, email: NNGHMembership@yahoo.com. Newcomers and Neighbors of Greater Houston (NNGH.org) was established in 1957 to provide friendly fellowship and fun activities for Houston women. From September through May, there are monthly luncheons (normally third Wed of each month) and numerous monthly activities for all ages and abilities (e,g., bridge, mah jong, bunco, bowling, beading, book club, play reading, sewing and crafts, movie and lunch bunch, creative cooking, wine tastings - just to name a few). NNGH is truly one of Houston’s friendliest women’s clubs and certainly the most active. In addition, we have events and activities throughout the year to benefit selected nonprofit organizations. This year we are working with Boys and Girls Country and Houston SPCA.
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Green Trails Ladies Club Welcomes You
If you are a woman residing in west Houston and surrounding communities, we welcome your involvement in the Green Trails Ladies Club. Membership is open to residents of Katy, west Houston and surrounding areas. Varied opportunities are provided for women to explore common interests and develop friendships in the neighborhood setting. The club features activity and game groups of interest to the members. This currently includes: Bunco (3 groups), Scrabble, Games for Couples, Mah Jong, Book Chats and Sweets (a book review fellowship), Indian Vegetarian Cooking, Potpourri (a variety of events, excursions, seminars, and fun activities) Women of the Word (a Bible study fellowship group), Mom’s Play Date (a play group for moms with pre-school and elementary age children), The Art Bunch (fine arts and crafts) and Girls Night Out Movie Classics and Dinner (monthly). Get plugged into as many of these facets of our club as you are inclined! Don’t miss out on fun you can have. Become a member of the Green Trails Ladies Club. Submit the information requested below along with the $20 annual membership dues to: Green Trails Ladies Club, P. O. Box 573, Barker, Texas 77413-0573. Membership renewal is also now due for existing members who have not paid dues since May of 2009. Contact Helen Connolly at 281-578-3382 for more information. Thanks to the members and leaders of our club who keep it viable and fun for the ladies of west Houston, Katy and surrounding communities.
GREATER KATY EXCHANGE CLUB
Greater Katy Exchange Club meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM, at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. $15 includes dinner and speaker (advance registration day before meeting). You can call or pay and RSVP at www.KatyExchangeClub.com. The Greater Katy Exchange Club is non-profit service organization of a group of men and women working together to make our community better place to live through programs of service in Americanism, Community Service, Youth Activities and the Prevention of Child Abuse. Give back to your community by joining the Katy Exchange Club. Guest’s welcome. Advance reservations required by 12:00 PM day of meeting to Shivani Shah-Palaniappan 281-827-5795 or Newell Cheatheam 713-385-3622 or pay and reserve online at www. KatyExchangeClub.com.
Katy Singles (over 35+) Meetup Group
The Katy Singles (over 35+) Meetup Group is a social club with free membership. Events are held in the Katy area. To learn more visit http://singles.meetup.com/1676.
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BP Partners will host an informal coffee in a member’s home at 10:00 AM. For date and location of the event, please email Phyllis Crouch, phylliscrouch@comcast.net or call Jeaneen Stastny at 713-398-4180. BP Partners is a local organization that fosters friendship and support for the spouses and partners of BP employees and retirees. Monthly activities include Luncheon or Coffee, Book Club, Bowling, Bunco, Bird Watching, Craft Group and Lunch Bunch and evening events. For membership information, contact Phyllis Crouch at phylliscrouch@comcast.net or go to www.bppartnershouston.com to check out our website.
Katy Area Retired Educators
This dynamic organization meets at 11:30 AM, on the second Wednesday of each month, September through May, at the Merrell Center, 6301 South Stadium Lane, Katy. All retired school employees in the Katy, West Houston area are invited to become members of KARE. It does not matter from which school district you retired. KARE’s theme this year is “KARE Keeps on Learning.” Join us as we learn about a variety of topics via interesting and informative meetings, fun side trips and camaraderie with other retirees. Lunch is provided at a small cost. For information contact Luanne Zacek at 281-391-8464 or lzacek@hotmail.com.
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Real conversation is not a contest but makes room for many voices whose tone is not violent or abusive but instead as Michael Oakeshott said “humble and conversable.” It offers “the gift of the interval:” when we “look around upon the world without the sense of an enemy at one’s back or the insistent pressure to make up one’s mind.” If you enjoy real conversation about current issues and events with a group having diverse backgrounds and perspectives, join us for a cup of coffee on the 2nd Wednesday of each month in room 303 of the Parish Activity Center from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. All participants are encouraged to offer topics for the group and approximately a week before the meeting, a tentative agenda of topics will be disseminated. For further information or to get on the agenda email list, please call Gary at 281-578-1036 or email conversation11@comcast.net.
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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 281491-1621. Sugar Land Garden Club was established in 1932 and is one of the largest garden clubs in Texas. Membership is open to all.
West Fort Bend County Republican Women Are you interested in meeting your local elected officials? Would you like to know how Congress is dealing with “hot” items during this session? Contact Susan at 281-633-2277 or BurgerBizInc@aol.com for information on our group.
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CINCO RANCH BRANCH LIBRARY (FT. BEND CO. LIB.) 2620 Commercial Center Blvd., Katy, TX 77494, 281-395-1311, Hours Mon. 12 Noon - 9 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 9 PM, Wed. 10 AM - 6 PM, Thurs. 10 AM - 9 PM, Fri. 12 Noon - 5 PM, Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM, Sun. Closed. All programs are free and open to the public. For more information, call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library at 281-395-1311 or the library’s Public Information Office at 281-341-2677. LIBRARY CLOSINGS: Veterans’ Day - November 12th Thanksgiving - November 22nd - 25th • CINCO RANCH NIGHT READERS’ TO DISCUSS ‘The Invisible Bridge’ - The Night Readers’ book club will meet on Thursday, November 15th beginning at 7:00 PM, in Conference Room 2. The literary-review club is free and open to the public. • ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - All computer classes will take place in the Computer Lab. Reservations are required. To register online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Calendar,” select “Cinco Ranch Branch Library” and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the library at 281-395-1311 or by visiting the library. How to Set Up a Free Email Account Online: Monday, November 5th - 3:00 PM Sharing Your Digital Pictures: Thursday, November 8th - 10:00 AM MS PowerPoint 2007 Survival Basics: Tuesday, November 13th - 10:00 AM MS Excel Survival 2007 Basics: Thursday, November 15th - 10:00 AM MS Word Survival 2007 Basics: Tuesday, November 20th - 10:00 AM
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WEEKLY CHILDREN’S PROGRAM SCHEDULE • Mother Goose Time: Tuesdays at 10:30 am, provides caregiver/infant activities and songs especially designed for the youngest book-lovers, from age 1 month to 12 months. • Toddler Time: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 am - offers caregiver/child activities, stories and songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age. Library closed November 22nd. • Story Time: Age 3-6, where they hear stories, watch movies and participate in age-appropriate craft activities, beginning at 2:00 pm each Tuesday. • Pajama Night Story Time: Thursdays at 7:00 pm - gives families an evening option for the activities presented during the daytime. Library closed November 22nd. • Kinder Korner: a time for kindergartners to enjoy stories, movies, crafts and other activities - takes place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 4:30 PM.
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• The After-School Breaks: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 4:30 PM - crafts, movies, stories and more for school-aged children entering first through fifth grades.
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• The Tween Café, which begins at 4:30 PM on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, is designed for youth in the 6th – 8th grade.
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Become a Tutor-Understand our Student’s Lifelines 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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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Save the Dates 2012 - 2013 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
BOY scout 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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Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
Ingredients: 1 (9 inch) prepared chocolate cookie crumb crust 4 eggs 1 cup butter, softened 8 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate 2 cups confectioners’ sugar 1 cup smooth peanut butter 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream DIRECTIONS: Melt 6 ounces semi sweet chocolate and cool to room temperature. Beat the eggs with 3/4 cup butter or margarine, chocolate and confectioners’ sugar for a FULL 5 minutes. Mixture will be thick and smooth. In a separate bowl, beat the peanut butter, 1/4 cup butter, and cream. Spoon chocolate filling into crust. Swirl peanut butter filling into chocolate filling. Drizzle remaining 2 oz of melted chocolate on top of pie. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour and serve.
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Please note: the following is what the American Egg Board says on using raw eggs: With eggs and all other raw foods from animals, there is a small possibility of Salmonella food poisoning. The risk is greater for those who are pregnant, elderly or very young and those with medical problems, which have impaired their immune systems. These individuals should avoid raw and undercooked animal foods. Healthy people need to remember that there is a very small risk and treat eggs and other raw animal foods accordingly. Use only properly refrigerated, clean, sound-shelled, fresh, grade AA or A eggs. Avoid mixing yolks and whites with the shell. Refrigerate broken-out eggs, prepared egg dishes and other foods if you won’t be consuming them within an hour.
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Local Veteran Groups Meet If you are an honorably discharged War Time Veteran or currently serving on active duty and want to associate yourself with fellow Veterans, please consider joining one of the following groups. (Each organization has its own requirements for membership.) American Legion: The Jonathan D. Rozier Post 164 of Katy Texas meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, at 7 PM at the Katy Elks Lodge #2628, at 1050 Katy-Ft. Bend Road, Katy TX. Meetings start promptly at 7:30 PM. The American Legion is the largest war time Veteran’s organization in the nation and invites all eligible Veterans to join. Proud sponsor of the American Legion Boy’s State Program. Will Miller, Post Commander. Visit us at www. LegionPost164KatyTX.org for more information. VFW: The Floyd E. Breedlove Post 9182 of Katy Texas meets the first Monday of each month at the VFW Hall on George Bush Dr. in “Old Town Katy.” Meetings begin with a covered dish dinner at 6:30 PM, followed by the business meetings of the VFW and Ladies Auxiliary at 7:30 PM. Peyton Lumpkin, Commander. Ladies Auxiliary President, Karon Cramer.
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Classified Ads FOR SALE Mary Engelbreit Collectibles: dishes, books, pictures, etc. 281-347-4428. Wine Cooler, 330 bottles, elegant oak exterior, $8,000 new, asking $1,650. Email spalm20109@gmail.com for pics, call 281-520-0348. Brand new, large, unfinished, ornate wooden art/picture frames. Four 46x58 perimeter with picture area 36x48; five 26x33 perimeter with picture area 18x26, finished dark brown. Call Randy at 281-732-6535. Photos of frames can be emailed. Make offer. Must sell! Beautiful custom covered, Billiard Factory pool table and accessories. Accessories include pub table with two bar stools, pool sticks with stand and game room wall decor. Total price $1,600. Please call 832-296-6562. New, assembled, “The Rack,” $25, cost $100. Super Curl Bar, $12, cost $28. Call 281-492-6670. Homecoming/Prom dresses: sizes 6, 8, 9, M, $35 and up; dry-cleaned. Call 281-579-0527 or email tmzamp64@yahoo.com for pictures.
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Classified Ads Oreck upright vacuum, $50; Oreck handheld, $30; small sofa, flowered, overstuffed, excellent condition, $75; kitchen island, never used, $35; piano, upright, good condition, $250; 61-key piano, electronic keyboard, never used, $50; four cemetery plots in Pearland, $2,200 each. Call 281-865-1452. 3 cemetery lots in Forest Park-Lawndale. Call HL 713-818-1750. Mediterranean style tables, heavy solid oak wood, 5 1/2’ coffee table; two 2’ end tables; one 6-sided table, $250. 281-579-2474. Beautiful 100% wool rug, 9’6”x13’6”, great condition, $500. kim.bozzone@yahoo.com. Handbags! Gently used Dooney & Burke and a new Brighton handbag. Priced to sell. kim.bozzone@yahoo.com. Westinghouse 16 cu. ft. refrigerator/freezer. Good condition, great for a spare, $95. Call George, 832-647-9064.
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Leather media room chairs brand new, $800 for two; brand new bar, granite top, cherry wood with two bar stools, $900; Raymond Weil stainless steel watch, $200; pillow top queen size mattress, $500; black, four drawer dresser, night stand and TV stand, great for college student, $100 all three pieces. Call 281-636-6545.
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Custom white, faux wood blinds for sale. 3 - 40x70, 1 sink window 34x40. $40 each or best offer. Call 281-463-1175. Marcy Home Gym complete with self spotting bench, curling bar, lat-pull pully system & over 200 lbs. of weights. Also a chest-explosion machine & accessories for the pully system. Excellent condition. $325 or $350 delivered assembled. 281-881-6405. Sofa good to very good condition, $250 OBO. jordon98@hotmail.com.
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Spa room for rent, $125/wk., located in busy Katy shopping center. We welcome Med. spa procedures, massage, skincare. Please call 713-505-4983 or email hairremovalcr@sbcglobal.net. New Homeowner Welcoming Service seeking personable individuals to serve as local representatives visiting new residents in the Katy area. Must be outgoing, self-motivated, organized & computer literate. Flexible hours, must be available to work Saturdays; part-time & full-time positions available. Email resume to info@lonestargreetingservice.com. Experienced, responsible adult needed to be part of a team of childcare providers at Cornerstone Presbyterian Church at 1351 S Mason Rd @ Park York. Must be able to work Sunday evenings and pass a background check. Proof of current CPR training should be submitted with resume. Starting pay is $7.50 per hour. Submit resumes to Carol Kutzer at info@cornerstonekaty.org or call 281-579-1080. Sales Position. Looking for a Retiree with Automotive background and a passion for Import Autos. Must have articulate phone skills to sell Engines to auto repair shops and dealerships throughout the United States. Part time-Commission Only. Phone 832-969-5460.
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YMCA Before/After School Counselors - Responsible adults needed to supervise children in local Katy ISD elementary child care sites either before school, after school or both. High School Diploma or GED required. Must love working with children and embody the 5 core values of the YMCA – Faith, Honesty, Caring, Responsibility and Respect. Part-Time. Shifts available Monday—Friday: 6:30-8:30 AM and/or 2:30-6:30 PM. Submit applications to Sherry Hubbard sherryh@ymcahouston.org. YMCA Lifeguards - Must be at least 16 years of age. Qualified candidates must possess the following current certifications: YMCA or American Red Cross lifeguard certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer with AED, First Aid and Oxygen Administration. Want to apply but not sure where to get certified? Visit one of our centers or www.ymcahouston.org/youth-development/lifeguarding for a YMCA lifeguard class that fits your schedule. Part-Time. Submit applications for the Katy location to Candi Revere at candic@ymcahouston.org or Manuel Vila at manuelv@ymcahouston.org. YMCA Swim Instructor - Applicants must have a strong swimming background and stamina, demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills and be dependable. Minimum age requirement is 16 years. Current YMCA Swimming Lesson Instructor, American Red Cross WSI, American Red Cross or ASHI CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, American Red Cross or ASHI Oxygen Administration and American Red Cross or ASHI First Aid certifications is preferred. Training opportunities are available to those who do not hold current certifications. Part-Time. Submit applications to Candi Revere at candic@ymcahouston.org and Manuel Vila at manuelv@ymcahouston.org. YMCA Homeschool PE coach needed. Part Time, M/W/F, 1-3 PM. Must love children and fitness. Submit applications to Kenyetta Brasher at kenyetta. brasher@ymcahouston.org. Enjoy Golf and the outdoors? Hole in One Challenge, a national par 3 company, is seeking sales representatives to promote a par 3 contest on local golf courses. A portion of all sales will help support programs offered to young people through The First Tee. Work a 5 hour shift - approximately 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM (weekends with occasional weekdays). $10 per hour plus commission after reaching minimum sales goal. Daily pay. Positions are available immediately. Must be able to pass drug test. Please contact Larry Wilkerson 281-345-1517. Visit www.holeinonechallenge.com.
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Classified Ads Child Watch Attendant - The Katy Family YMCA needs responsible individuals to supervise children in our Child Watch Department while their parents are working out at the Y starting in the Fall. Must be at least 16 years old and have a love for children. Part-time - days, evenings, weekends. Submit applications to Denise Markota at denise.markota@ymcahouston.org.
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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.
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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 know-how 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 .
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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. 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. 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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Classified Ads Michelle’s Salon is looking for good experience hairstylist, massage therapist, nail tech and esthetician, lease or commission. 832-878-1052. 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.
PETS FOR SALE Cavalier King Charles puppies for sale. Beautiful, healthy and sweet. Call 281-743-3500.
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Lost in Grand Lakes subdivision across the street from the rock pool: On 9-22-2012, I was taking pictures for my sweet 15th party and I left my boots on the road when I changed shoes. If you picked them up, please call me at 713-825-2448.
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281-391-SOLD (7653) www.lizcarter.com Our Family Serving Your Family Since 1976 BOARDERS/ROOMMATES Handicapped lady looking for room to rent, 281-777-1446. Room for rent in family home, Katy-Fry Road at Morton, all bills paid, non smoker, $375. Call 713-822-8615 - individual.
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.
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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
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NEWSLETTER Monica Vagholkar monica_vagholkar@yahoo.com WOMAN’S ASSOC. Alexis Bante acbante@aol.com evajoel@sbcglobal Eva Miller 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 GRAND LAKES BOARD of Directors Collins Pier Bill Jenkins
Gary Collins Jeff Ross
www.grandlakeslife.com PLANNED COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT, INC EMPLOYEES & ROLES RELEVANT TO GRAND LAKES 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
POLICE/FIRE Emergency Numbers.... Fire Department (Emergency) Fire Department (Non Emergency) Fort Bend Co. Sheriff
***911*** 281-498-2800 281-498-1310 281-341-4665
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 Municipal District Services ( MDS) GL’s MUD # 1,2 & 4 contract with MUD Services (MDS) to operate the GL public water and sewer utilities 24-Hr Repair Hotline -Water Leaks/Sewage Stoppages 281-290-6503 Billing/Payment/Customer Care 281-290-6507 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
Community Katy Family YMCA Fort Bend Co. Court House Katy Chamber of Commerce
281-392-5055 281-342-3411 281-391-5289
Schools www.katyisd.org KISD Administration KISD Transportation Alexander Rae Elementary Beckendorf Junior High Seven Lakes High School Miller Career Center www.katyisd.org
281-396-6000 281-396-7560 281-237-7100 281-237-8800 281-237-2800 281-237-6300
Libraries Ft. Bend Co. Katy/Ft. Bend Mini-Branch Cinco Ranch Library George Memorial Maud Smith Marks
281-395-1311 281-395-1311 281-342-4455 281-492-8592
Medical Fort Bend Co.Health Dept. Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital Kingsland Diagnostic Center Christus St. Catherine Hospital
281-342-6414 281-392-1111 281-579-1119 281-599-5700
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