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YARD OF THE MONTH Congratulations to the Arriaga Family 5115 Blueberry Hill for the Yard of the Month award.
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NEIGHBORHOOD-WIDE GARAGE SALE! Saturday, April 6th, from 8 AM - 1 PM. Be sure to plan for this garage sale in advance, so you will be ready for HPCA’s semi-annual Garage Sale. HPCA will provide advertising and security. Make April 6th the day!!
KEEP BEAR CREEK BEAUTIFUL! Homeowners and residents, please store your polycarts, recycle bins and all other items out of public view. Trash should be put out the night before or day of pickup and polycarts should be promptly removed same day as pickup. Let’s keep our neighborhood beautiful!
HUNTERS PARK 2013 MEETING SCHEDULE January 24th, 2013 – Annual Meeting – 7:30 PM February 14th, 2013 March 14, 2013 April 11, 2013 May 9, 2013 June 13, 2013 July 11, 2013 August 8, 2013 September 12, 2013 October 10, 2013 November 14, 2013 December 12, 2013
HPCA Meeting Opportunities Residents have an opportunity to gather monthly with the Board at our Community Center. This gives HPCA members a chance to visit, meet neighbors and voice concerns. The Board meets each month (12 times per year) to conduct normal business. You can always request to be on the agenda or have a special meeting. Please refer to the above noted schedule for residents meeting dates and times. Call HPCA office for details or questions.
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HOW TO MAKE A DEED RESTRICTION VIOLATION COMPLAINT Any resident may file a complaint in either of two ways: 1. Simply make a phone call to the Hunter’s Park Community Association Office at 281-463-1216. 2. Fill out the complaint form below and drop it in the mail. All complaints will be held strictly confidential. REMEMBER: If we don’t know about a violation, we can’t correct it. “COMPLAINT FORM” Violation (use your own words) ___________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address of Violation _________________________________________Frequency/Time of Violation __________________________________ Date of Complaint ___________________________________________Subdivision Area: A B C D E Your Name: _____________________________________________ (Optional)Your Phone: __________________________________________ Your Address: _________________________________________________ (YOUR IDENTITY WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL) Thank you for helping us help you!!!
Mail To: HUNTERS PARK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (DEED RESTRICTIONS COMMITTEE) 4503-A HICKORY DOWNS HOUSTON, TEXAS 77084 BEAR CREEK IS TOUGH ON DEED RESTRICTIONS
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HPCA INFORMATION Please be advised that any architectural control requests, i.e., paint colors, roofs, structures, etc., must go through the HPCA Office. Decisions are usually made within 10 business days. Office service hours for residents are M-F, 9 AM to 4 PM and we can usually answer your questions or concerns immediately. If you call during non-office hours, leave a message and your call will be returned during business hours.
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If you wish to have a Board Member call you, please contact the HPCA office with details.
**** TO REPORT LOST AND FOUND**** Call HPCA Office at 281-463-1216 to REPORT lost or found pets or articles.
SIGN POSTINGS DO NOT POST SIGNS OF ANY KIND ON COUNTY SIGNS OR EASEMENTS. IT IS AGAINST THE LAW AND YOU CAN BE FINED!
NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH For extra security, our subdivision has a contract with the Harris County Precinct 5 Constable’s Department. Notify the Constables immediately at 281-463-6666 if you see any suspicious persons, vehicles or activities. Please, if possible, obtain license plate numbers, color, make and model of vehicle. Description of person(s). Was suspicious person walking, riding a bike? - location - as much information as possible will be helpful! Vacation Watch - This informs our Deputies that you are on vacation. Please call the Constable’s Dept. at 281-463-6666 in the event you will be out of town to set up your vacation watch.
Community Assistance, Precinct 4 COMMISSIONER JACK CAGLE For street repairs, manhole covers, tree limbs hanging over street, etc., contact Community Assistance at 281-353-8424.
LEASH LAW Animals that are not properly restrained pose a threat to all our residents. While you may know your pet is friendly, an animal running at someone who is walking by is very scary for that person. Many children are afraid of animals and become frightened, which could result in the child getting hurt trying to avoid the animal.
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BARKING DOGS If you have a problem with a neighbor’s dog constantly barking, you should first contact the pet owner and make them aware of the problem. In the event that doesn’t work, you should then contact the Constables at 281-463-6666 to file a complaint.
LOOSE OR LOST PETS & DOG BITES Contact Harris County Animal Control at 281-999-3191 or 3194.
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A very important thing you can do is have a collar with some form of ID and your phone number on it. Pet stores have special ID’s for your pets. Many pet owners are now “chipping” the pets. If found and taken to a vet they can scan chip and find the owner. If your pet has a rabies tag, the vet has your name and #. The first thing I ask a caller is “does the pet have ID on it.” If it does, I will help contact the # on the ID and get the pet to it’s owner ASAP. Or the owner can pick up their lost pet. Having an ID on a pet makes life easier for all. Marie Nugent - 281-859-1104
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Please remember that cats fall under the same laws as dogs and must be licensed and kept restrained when not on the premises of the owner. We’ve been told that spreading moth balls in flower beds might keep cats away. To make a complaint or report an animal that is not properly restrained please contact: Harris County Precinct #5, Contract #87: 281-463-6666 Harris County Animal Control: 281-999-3191 Harris County Health Department, Rabies/Animal Control Section 2223 West Loop South, Houston, Texas 77027-3588 www.countypets.com
Contact Centerpoint Energy at 713-207-2222. You will need to give the address where the pole is located and provide the stenciled number on the front of the pole. You may also report the outage on the website at: www.centerpointenergy.com/outage.
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Let’s all help keep our community a safe and comfortable place for all our residents by being responsible pet owners. This will not only protect anyone who may be walking or bicycling in the area, but also the pet owner who could be held legally responsible or possibly sued for failing to properly restrain their pet.
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ECI Project TYKE is a year round Early Childhood Intervention program (ECI) in the Katy Independent School District that specializes in working with children who need extra help. The program provides developmental services to children who may need assistance in attaining developmental milestones or who may have a disability. Services are provided to children from birth to three where they live, learn or play. ECI Project TYKE develops a supportive partnership with families by providing educational and emotional supports, which enriches the daily routines and relationships that will enable their child to reach his or her maximum potential. Anyone (parent, family, friend, caregiver, professional) can refer a child to ECI Project TYKE. If you know a child under the age of 3 who needs assistance in at least one area of development or who has a medical diagnosis or condition impacting his or her development, please call ECI Project TYKE 281-237-6647 or make a referral on our website www.katyisd.org. ECI services are available statewide to help families. Early is best!!!!!
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BEAR CREEK TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job seeker’s list, please completely 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. email to news@krenekprinting.com (preferred) or mail to Krenek Printing, 7102 Glen Chase Ct., Houston, TX 77095. Must have parent(s) permission. CODE KEY: B - BABYSITTING, CPR - CPR CERT., FAC - FIRST AID CERT., RCC - RED CROSS CERT., SS - SAFE SITTER, SL - SWIM LESSONS, PP - PET/PLANT SITTER, P - PET CARE ONLY, H - HOUSE CARE, L - LAWN CARE, C- CAR CARE/DETAILING, T - TUTORING
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“I’m In PAIN” Can Chiropractic Help ME ? We are often asked, “What’s the best way of finding out whether or not a doctor of chiropractic can help my problem?” We believe the answer can be found in a complete chiropractic consultation and examination, including x-rays. And to help find out for sure, we will do a complete consultation and examination, including x-rays, if necessary, (procedures that normally cost $187.00 or more) for $25.00. We will make this special program available through April. The only exception to the offer involves personal injury cases (workers’ compensation and auto accidents) in which there is no charge directly to the patient.
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CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH and WELLNESS CENTER The Adoptable Dog of the Month Lily, a German Shepherd mix, was surrendered to BARC, the Houston city shelter, because her owners had “two many.” She was very thin, had just had a litter of pups and was high heartworm positive and was going to be euthanized at the shelter. Her owners kept the puppies, but dumped poor ol’ mom at the shelter to die. She has filled out beautifully and been treated for the heartworms. She is now ready to find a home of her own. Lily loves people and loves attention. Her favorite way of showing her love is to hug you and give you a kiss or two or three! Everyone that meets her loves her. She is probably too interested in cats and even though she is learning about cats, life would probably be simpler if she went to a home without cats and very small dogs. Lily is a very smart dog, which is helpful with training, but she is so smart she can open gates and needs a secure backyard with a locked gate and tall fence. She is very loving and likes spending time with her people. People with Shepherd experience will probably understand her needs more than those who have not known Shepherds. She is close to 60 lbs., could probably still stand to gain another 5 lbs., she is up-to-date on her vaccinations, spayed and microchipped. She is crate trained and is most likely housebroken. She is looking to join a family and she will be very loyal to her person or family. Seems to be fine with children, older children would probably be best. If you would like to meet Lily or find out more about her, please contact Cindi at cindi.hohle@c-a-m.com or Anke at ankearnold@att.net
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BOY SCOUTS Boy Scout Troop 61 Young men between the ages of 11-18 are encouraged to visit Boy Scout Troop 61 at 7:00 PM Wednesday nights at Peace Community Church, 5151 Addicks Satsuma Road, Houston, Texas, 77084. They will get a hands-on experience of what Scouting has to offer and have the opportunity to visit with the Scouts and their adult leaders to learn more about the things the troop has done during meetings and activities. Scouting activities include camping, fishing, archery, rifle/shotgun shooting, hiking, first aid, wilderness survival, community service, citizenship, swimming, leadership, white-water rafting and much more. Troop 61 camps each month and has a group that goes to High Adventure Camp and to Merit Badge Camps each summer. Boy Scout Troop 61 meets from 7:00 to 8:00 PM every Wednesday in the Activity Room at Peace Community Church. Contact Mike Viator with Troop 61 if your son is interested in joining a local Boy Scout Troop. Cell: 713-409-1934, mike.viator@comcast.net.
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 in 1st through 5th grade, please contact “Van” VanZant at 281-851-8374 or at van.vanzant@gmail.com
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CY-FALLS HIGH SCHOOL FFA BOOSTER CLUB SPRING CRAFT SHOW Come shop at or be a vendor at the most exciting new craft show this spring! We have some amazing vendors lined up to get you ready for mother’s day! Our show promises to be the most organized and vendor-friendly you’ve ever been a part of! Both fees are super low! To sign up, call Traci at 713-857-2588. To shop, come see us on April 27th-28th at the Telge Cy-Fair ISD Barn Facility (off 290)!
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Blood Drives BLOOD DRIVE Harris Co. Precinct Three, Commissioner Steve Radack and Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center will be hosting a Blood Drive at Bear Creek Community Center, 3055 Bear Creek Drive. The Blood Drive will be held on Friday, April 12, 2013 from 9 AM to 3 PM and is open to the public. Call Neemesys Magee at 713-266-8193 to schedule an appointment.
St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church Blood Drive On Sunday, April 21st, beginning at 8:30 AM, St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church will be hosting a Blood Drive with a mobile unit set up in their parking lot. Registration and donor forms will be available in the Parish Hall. To donate, you must be at least 17 years of age, at least 110 lbs. and in good general health. Remember, it takes about 15 minutes and one pint of blood to save three lives. St. Cuthbert is located at 17020 West Road, Houston (the northeast corner of West and Queenston). Visit us at www.stcuthbert.org
GARAGE SALES Stone Gate & Canyon Lakes West Spring Community Garage Sale Over 100 homes participating! Saturday, April 13th from 7:00 AM - 12 NOON ****RAIN OR SHINE**** Maps will be available on Saturday at the gatehouses in Stone Gate at 11755 Canyon Green Dr., Houston, TX 77095 & Canyon Lakes West at 8212 1/2 Canyon Lakes Manor Dr., Cypress, TX 77433 For more information, please contact Jennifer Henrie, Director of Community Events, at jenniferhenrie@canyongate.com
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COPPERFIELD Middlegate Village Garage Sale The annual one-day Middlegate Village Garage Sale is scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 13, 2012 from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. The rain date is scheduled for Saturday, April 20th, but only if there is heavy rain on the 13th. Signs will be posted around the community one week prior to the event announcing the sale. Middlegate Village is located off of Hwy. 6 N.
Northwest Houston Mothers of Multiples Spring Twice is Nice Sale April 13th, 7 am-noon Kids-R-Kids Parking Lot 10840 Barker Cypress Cypress, TX 77433 Baby gear, toys, maternity clothes, children and adult clothing, games, household items, books, Halloween costumes and much more. It’s a multiple family sale!
COPPERBROOK COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE The Copperbrook Spring Community Garage sale will be held on Saturday, April 13th, rain date April 20th. Copperbrook is located off West Road near Huffmeister.
Aberdeen Green Neighborhood Garage Sale Come shopping throughout the neighborhood for deals and treasures! The Aberdeen Green Semi-annual Neighborhood Garage Sale will be on Saturday, April 20th from 7 am until 2 pm. Aberdeen Green is located on Telge Road at West Road, south of Hwy. 290.
ABERDEEN TRAILS COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE Our semi-annual community wide garage sale date is Saturday, April 20th. Come hunt for bargains at homes throughout the neighborhood. There is no rain date, so come shop rain or shine!
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Recommended by community Garage Sale is scheduled for SatThe Spring Sheffield urday, Tom AprilTynan, 20, 2013. The HOA will put out banners and signs a week before the sale. Sheffield is located at FM 529 and Queenston. SportsRadio 610 am COPPERFIELD PLACE VILLAGE GARAGE SALE
Garage Sale time is here again! The Spring Garage Sale for CPV is scheduled for Saturday, April 20th. Times will be from dawn to dusk.
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Highland Creek Village Spring Community Garage Sale Saturday - Sunday, April 20th -21st The community is located on FM 529 between Greenhouse Road and Haven Creek Drive. (Between Barker Cypress & Fry Rd.) Time to come get those treasures that have been hiding out in closets and garages! The garage sale will be at individual homes.
Riata Ranch Community Garage Sale
Saturday, April 20th 7 AM - 2 PM, Rain or Shine Riata Ranch is located south of 290 off of Barker Cypress and Riata Ranch Blvd.
Wheatstone Village Community Garage Sale
Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 27th. The residents of Coppercreek I, Coppercreek II, Cloverfield and Copperstone are having a garage sale from the hours of 8:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Wheatstone is located on Longenbaugh between Highway 6 and Barker Cypress. Last year over 50 homes participated.
Lone Oak Spring Garage Sale
Mark Your Calendar! The Lone Oak Spring Garage Sale will be held on Saturday, April 20th from 7 AM - 1 PM. Rain out date will be Saturday, April 27th. Lone Oak is located off of Barker Cypress between Longenbaugh and West Road.
Westgate Spring Garage Sale
It’s time again for our Westgate Garage Sale. The spring event will happen on Saturday, May 4th. There will be signs out at the entrances of the neighborhood to advertise the event for the community. Located at the intersection of Barker-Cypress and Forest Heights.
MONSTER GARAGE SALE AT FAMILY OF FAITH
The Family of Faith Lutheran Church, 16710 FM 529, is having a garage sale in their Family Life Center/Gym on Saturday, May 4th, from 8 am to 1 pm. The line to get in starts at the double doors on the left side of the building. All proceeds benefit youth trips.
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Pope John XXIII annual Spring Golf Tournament Pope John XXIII will be holding its annual Spring Golf Tournament on Sunday, May 5th. The tournament will be held at Cypress Lakes Golf Course and will begin at 1:00 pm with a shot gun start. Since the tournament is on Sunday, we will be celebrating Mass prior to the start of the tournament at 11:30 am on the course pavilion. We are looking for various levels of sponsorship - anywhere from $250 for a Hole Sponsor to Title Sponsor for $5,000. Box lunches will be provided for each cart and a BBQ dinner will follow the tournament (all included in the registration fee). There will be a Silent Auction and a few Door Prizes as well. A 4-player team will cost $600 and Individual Players can play for $150. For registration forms or additional information, please contact Clare Blanton at cblanton@pj23.org or 281-693-1000.
24 th annual B.F. Adam Classic Golf tournament On May 16th, the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation will hold the 24th annual B.F. Adam Classic at BlackHorse Golf Club. The tournament will include lunch, dinner, awards ceremony and raffle. The tournament was named after B.F. (Bernard Fred) Adam, a lifelong Cy-Fair resident and a devoted school board member, serving 24 years on the board. B.F. Adam Elementary on Honey Grove Lane is named in his honor. The B.F. Adam Golf Classic has had great success in the past raising over 1.7 million dollars for student scholarships. Since inception in 1970, CFEF has awarded over 4.7 million dollars so students can continue their education beyond high school. Sponsorships are available, www.thecfef.org
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Events: Following the event, please join us for a picnic, bounce house and face painting Pricing: $20 individual $50 for family of 4 Free WSA Walk T-shirt for those who register online before May 10th.
WWII Aircraft Fly-In and Open House
Saturday and Sunday, April 20th & 21st those big, old airplanes with the mighty round engines will be flying again as the Commemorative Air Force’s Houston Wing presents its 2013 Open House at Hangar B-5, West Houston Airport. Get up close and feel the prop wash and hear the noise as radial engines power these WWII aircraft. See some of the old planes your father, grandfather or grandmother learned to fly for World War II. April 20th & 21st from 10 AM until 5 PM. A $10 donation per car earns you a day of aircraft and military vehicle displays, museum exhibits and fun. See the Houston Wing’s Lockheed C-60 paratroop transport, the Navy’s Primary Trainer (N3N), our new Primary (PT-19), Basic (BT-13) and Advanced (AT6) trainers, the CAF Gulf Coast Wing’s B-17 “Texas Raiders” and tactical fighters from the Lone Star Flight Museum, as well as other CAF and privately owned fly-in WWII aircraft. Talk to the pilots who flew them then and fly them now. West Houston Airport is located at 18000 Groeschke Rd., 2 miles north of 1-10 and between Hwy. 6 and Barker Cypress. Warbird rides will be available. Food, drinks, gifts and souvenirs will be available. Come on out and honor America. The Commemorative Air Force is a non-profit national patriotic organization whose membership includes people from all backgrounds sharing an interest in aviation and history. www.westhoustonsqdn.org
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Camp Cornerstone is a week-long camp facilitated by Cornerstone United Methodist Church and is for children ages 2 through the completion of 4th grade. Children must be 2 by June 1, 2013.Camp hours are 9:30 AM-1 PM. There are 3 sessions throughout the summer and you are invited to participate in any or all! Session I - Blast from the Past is June 17th-21st Session II - Welcome to the Jungle is July 15th-19th Session III - Planes, Trains and Automobiles is August 5th-9th
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The cost per camp per child is $120. You may pay $60 now and the remaining $60 on the first day of camp. Registration forms are online or in the preschool office. To download a form from the Cornerstone website, go to www.cornerstoneumc.org and click on “preschool.” You can print the form and have it filled out before you arrive, saving yourself time! Before each camp session begins, you will hear from your child’s teacher, so you can learn more about the camp and she will answer any questions you may have about the week-long fun. Each day, your child will bring a backpack and a lunch, as they enjoy each other and the special things they will do during the week. We look forward to having your child at camp this summer! It’s a great time for everyone and you don’t want to miss any of it!
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The staff at Epiphany Lutheran Church & School knows that summer is right around the corner. We also know that the one sentence all mom’s dread to hear during the summer is, “There’s NOTHING to DO!” That’s why we have created a jammed pack summer of fun day camps! Summer Camp registration is now underway! We have camps for pre-school children ages 2 - 4 yrs. old, Early Elementary Camps for K - 2nd grade and Specialty Camps for Older Elementary /Middle School students all summer long. Visit our website at www. epiphanylutheranschool.org and register today. Each week-long camp is filled with interesting activities that build your child’s self confidence! Class sizes range and space is limited so register today. Whether your child is interested in music, cooking, drama, art or science - we have you covered at Epiphany! Preschool and Early Elementary Camps will celebrate all of God’s creations at Creation Camp, learn about music in Wiggles and Giggles camp, go on Treasure Hunter’s adventures and even learn Spanish! So let your child have some “Fun with the Son” and you will never have to hear “There’s NOTHING to DO!” again. For a complete list of camps, registration forms or to pay online, visit www.epiphanylutheranschool. org and click on the Summer Camp link. Camp registration is based on a first come, first serve basis. Space is limited. You will be notified by email or phone once your registration is completed. Contact Beth Hixon, Director of Children’s Ministries, at 713-893-1773 or email her at bixon@elcsh.org for more information.
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Houston Family Arts Center Actors Academy Announces 2013 Summer Camps Houston Family Arts Center (HFAC) announces their 2013 Summer Performing Arts Camps. This summer, the HFAC’s Actors Academy is offering 25 different 1 and 3-week performing arts camps for grades 1-12. HFAC camps run June 10 through August 24, 2013 and feature acting, singing and dance instruction, as well as performance opportunities in musicals, dramas and comedies - especially designed for kids and teens. The HFAC Actors Academy 3-week Musical Theatre Performance Camps for grades 1-6 and 4-8 are Honk, Jr, The Hobbit, Pinocchio and Once on this Island, Jr. HFAC is offering eleven 1-week camps for grades 1-6 that include “Clowning Around,” “Acting Up Improv,” “Imagination Theatre,” “Disney Magic,” “Lights of Broadway,” “American Idol Boot Camp,” “Triple Threat,” “Fractured Fairy Tales,” “Dancing through the Decades,” “Melodrama Madness” and “Glee.” HFAC has numerous performance opportunities for teens in grades 7-12. The teen 3-week performance camps are Shakespeare’s Taming of the Shrew and Once on this Island. The 1-week camps for teens are “Stage Combat,” “Acting for Stage and Film,” “Dialects,” “Triple Threat Boot Camp” and “Shakespeare Intensive.” A new addition to the HFAC summer program for teens is the audition show Steel Magnolias. This show rehearses Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings beginning July 16th. Performances for Steel Magnolias will be the last week of Aug.
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Dance classes will also be offered this summer. There will be eight ballet 1, ballet 2, pointe, jazz 2 and tap 2 classes taught Tuesday evenings, June 11th-Aug 6th. The HFAC Royal Academy of Dance program is offering an Alice in Wonderland Ballet Camp that meets Monday and Wednesday evenings, July 22nd-August 24th. New this summer is a 2-week lighting and sound engineering camp for teens who want to learn how to provide technical support for musicals, comedies and dramas. The HFAC Summer 2013 line-up offers maximum scheduling flexibility at rates that are lower than anywhere in Houston. The average performing arts camp in Houston costs in excess of $11 per hour. HFAC camp tuition ranges from $5.23-$5.57 per hour before discounts. The 3-week camps are $575 or $5.23/hr and the 1-week camps are $195 or $5.57 per hour. HFAC offers multiple camp discounts and before-and-after care for working parents. Every 3-week performance camp culminates in 4 performances. Each parent will receive 2 free tickets to a performance of their choice. Additional tickets can be purchased at $10 per person for shows featuring grades 1-6 performers. Prices for the teen performances are either $12 or $15 depending on the venue. All 3-week camps include two complimentary tickets to the show, a camp t-shirt, costumes and other needed materials. Each one-week camp has a performance showcase for family and friends on the final day of camp. Parents receive two free tickets and additional tickets are only $5. For more information, please call the HFAC Actors Academy at 281-685-2623.
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Summer Camp SUMMER CAMP at The Genesis Academy a ministry of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. Summer Camp is for children exiting K-5th grade. The weeks available are June 17th - August 23rd. The hours are 9 am-2 pm. We will have a different theme every week. Come join us for one week or all of them, from 1-5 days a week. For more information and pricing or to register your child, call 281-859-0800 or register on-line at www. thegenesisacademy.com Prince of Peace Lutheran Church is located at 16650 Longenbaugh Drive, Houston 77095.
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THEATER/ARTS The Cypress Creek FACE 2012-2013 Season All performances at The Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Dr., Spring, TX 77379 Box Office: 281-440-4850 www.cypresscreekface.org Kevin Eubanks & Stanley Jordan “Just the Two of Us” - 8 PM, Saturday, April 6, 2013. Perhaps best known as the leader of Jay Leno’s Tonight Show Orchestra, Eubanks felt the time was right to begin a new chapter in his life and in 2010, set out to showcase his own creative talent. In a career that took flight in 1985 with immediate commercial and critical acclaim, guitar virtuoso, Stanley Jordan, can always be counted on to take listeners on breathless journeys into the unexpected. Don’t miss Eubanks and Jordan together, creating music that is sure to feed your very soul. Tickets: $35-65. Apollo Chamber Players - 3 PM, Tuesday, April 16, 2013. The Apollo Chamber Players is comprised of some of the most active young performers in Houston: Anabel Ramirez, violin; Matthew Detrick, violin, Whitney Bullock, viola and Matthew Dudzik, cello. Each perform with various symphonic and chamber music groups in the area, including Houston Grand Opera and maintain diverse and challenging concert schedules. Tickets: $6 - $12. The Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Dr. Spring, TX 77379, 281-440-4850, www. cypresscreekface.org - Presented by Cypress Creek FACE .
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2012-2013 Season Memories and Traditions The Houston Family Arts Center is in its 8th season, an exciting line-up of plays and musicals all of which reflect the theme of “memories and traditions.” The season includes a timeless American classic, a stunning Tennessee Williams drama, three Tony Award-winning Best Musicals, the “revival” version of a musical with characters created by cartoonist Charles M. Schultz and two hilarious comedies. Patrons can purchase their tickets online at www.houstonfac.com or call the HFAC box office at 281-685-6374. Houston Family Arts Center 2012-2013 Main Stage Season Leaving Iowa (April 5-21, 2013 on the Garza Main Stage) Over the River and Through the Woods (June 7-23, 2013 on the Garzas Main Stage) Fiddler on the Roof (July 12-28, 2013 at the Berry Center)
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The Houston Repertoire Ballet
Houston Repertoire Ballet proudly presents two separate performances, giving something for all audiences! The first geared to more mature audiences: From Midsummer to Monochrome, featuring Kristy Nilsson’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Victoria Vittum’shreads, Keith Cross’ Savana and the Black Swan pas de deux from Swan Lake, performed by our guest artists from the Louisville Ballet: Kristopher Wojtera and Christy Corbitt Miller. The second program geared to younger audiences: The Children’s Hour of Fairies and Fantasy, featuring Kristy Nilsson’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Victoria Vittum’s Storybook Fantasy. From Midsummer to Monochrome is Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April 27th at 7 pm. Tickets: $18/adults and $15/students and seniors. The Children’s Hour of Fairies and Fantasy is Saturday, April 27th at 2:00 pm. All tickets: $12.
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SPORTS Northwest Flyers Youth Track Club orientation/Registration The Northwest Flyers Track Club will host an orientation/registration session for all middle and high school athletes and their parents interested in joining for the 2013 season. The event will be held on Friday, April 12th, from 7:00 – 8:30 PM at Cypress Creek High School, 9815 Grant Rd., Houston. The Northwest Flyers is a youth (ages 6 -18) track organization, affiliated with USA Track & Field. The club provides a full program of “track” events such as sprints, hurdles, middle distance, distance and relays and “field” events such as long jump, triple jump, high jump, pole vault, discus, shot put and javelin. It is an excellent “offseason” program for young athletes who currently compete on their middle school or high school track teams. Visit the team website at www.northwestflyers.org for registration forms and information prior to the session or contact Linette Roach at 281-587-8442 or linette.roach@sbcglobal.net
Albion Hurricanes Soccer Tryouts and Evaluations May 13th through June 6th (Depending on Age) Albion Hurricanes will be having tryouts and evaluations in May and June for players of all levels of competition between the ages of 7 and 18 for the Fall 2013 and Spring 2014 seasons. Please go to www.albionhurricanes.org or call 713-939-7473 for more information and for free registration!
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Cornerstone United Methodist Church, located at 18081 West Road, (across from the CFISD Berry Center), would like to invite you to the following worship opportunities in April: April 7 - 1 Sunday after Easter, we will be celebrating Holy Communion at all three services. April 14th - 2nd Sunday after Easter, the children’s choirs from Fiest Elementary School will be singing at the 10:45 AM service. Cornerstone UMC has partnered with Fiest Elementary School to promote excellence in education. April 21st - 3rd Sunday after Easter, the Cornerstone Children’s Choirs will be presenting their “Spring Musical” at the 10:45 AM service. April 28th - 4th Sunday after Easter, the Cornerstone Confirmation Class will be confirmed during a special ceremony at the 10:45 AM service, which will include the baptism of 5 youth. st
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The public is invited to tour the newly completed Fairfield Chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The bishops of the two congregations that will occupy the meetinghouse announced that an open house is slated for Saturday, April 13, 2013, with tours of the facility from 1-4 PM. The church is located at 21521 Fairfield Place Dr. near the outlet mall and Salyards Middle School The new 19,500-square-foot Fairfield Chapel will serve Latter-day Saints, commonly called Mormons, who reside in Fairfield, Bridgeland and nearby communities. On Sundays the two congregations or wards, will take turns using the meetinghouse for worship and instructional meetings. Additional family activities, sports and other social gatherings will occur periodically throughout the week.
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Bring the whole family to Movie Night at The Family of Faith on Saturday, April 20th at 6 pm. We will be viewing the Disney Pixar film “Up.” Watch how Carl Fredricksen lives out his promise to his wife and the adventures it brings to him and Wilderness Scout, Russell. The movie is rated PG. Families may choose to make a model hot air balloon to bring to the viewing. Awards will be given for the most creative entries. Food and drink will be available for a free will offering. Children under the age of 12 need to be accompanied by an adult. The Family of Faith is located at 16710 FM 529 Road (at Ridgeberry). Please contact the church at 281-855-2950 with any questions.
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April 27, 2013 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Through the story of Gideon, Priscilla will teach us to recognize that our weaknesses are the key that the Lord gives us to unlock the experience of His strength in our lives. Instead of ignoring, neglecting or trying to escape our weaknesses, we should see them as the gift that they are, given specifically and strategically by God to access His power and we should use them to unlock the door of God’s strength. The cost for this event is $16 and includes a lunch prepared by a gourmet chef. Sorry, childcare will not be available. Doors will open at 8:00 AM. West Houston Church of Christ is located at 17100 West Road, Houston, Texas, 77095. (The northwest corner of West and Queenston.) To register for this event, please visit our website at www. WestHoustonChurch.org by April 17th.
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The NEW Thomas A. Glazier Senior Education Center Commissioner Steve Radack, Harris County Precinct Three The Thomas A. Glazier Senior Education Center is located at 16600 Pine Forest Lane, 77084; one block south of the intersection of Hwy. 6 and Clay Road. All classes/programs are FREE for Harris County residents aged 55+. Must register in person with photo ID in order to participate in the program and attend all future classes. You may register Monday-Friday from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. If you have questions, classes offered or need directions, please call us at 713-274-3250. If you are currently registered at Glazier - call us and ask about our new classes. You may register over the phone for any new classes. Volunteer Opportunities available, please call to speak to us about teaching your own class! APRIL Schedule - Must preregister in person for classes (or by phone if already registered and participating at center 713-274-3250). April 11th, the BBB presents Investment Fraud and Documentary, 10:30-Noon. April 11th, Cooking in Glazier’s Kitchen; 1-3 PM; Space is Limited April 12th, Classic Cinema - 1959s “Pillow Talk” with Rock Hudson and Doris Day, 11:30 AM. bring your own snacks or lunch for intermission. April 12th, Sign Language with the University of Houston, 11 AM-Noon. April 16th, Water Gardening; 10-11:30 AM. April 16th, Center for Stress Management Presents Finding Meaning and Purpose in Each Stage of Your Life, 10-11:30 AM. April 16th, The Alzheimer’s Association Presents Reducing Your Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease, 1-2 PM. April 17th, Attorney Presentation; Living Wills and Advanced Directives, 1-2 PM. April 18th, The BBB Presents “How to Hire a Repairman”, 10-11 AM. April 18th, The Methodist Hospital Neurological Institute Presents “What Do I Need to Know About Stroke?” 1-2 PM. April 19th, Sign Language, 11 am-Noon. April 22nd, Paperback and Hardback Book Swap, 9-11 AM. April 22nd, Colorectal Cancer Awareness Seminar; 10-11 AM. April 22nd, The Center for Stress Management Presents; “Healthy Mind.” Stimulate Your Intellect, Set goals, be intentional in using your mind to create a life of Fulfillment and Happiness, 1-2 PM. April 23rd, Credit and Reverse Mortgage Information; Obtain Free Reports, Certified HUD Counselor, 1-2:30 PM. April 23rd, Digital Camera Class, Hands-On, 1-3:30 PM. April 24th, Library of the Future On-Line, 9-11 am or 1-3 PM. April 24th, Doctor Louise Hayes Presents “Emotional Health; part of Brain, Repair and Memory Series, 1-3 PM. April 25th, The Center for Stress Management Presents “Healthy Spirit.” Learn how spirituality enhances health and well-being. Your life will be changed, enhanced and richer, 10-11 AM. April 25th, Astronomy - The Ambassador for NASA. Subject to be announced based on Current Events, 1-2 PM. April 26th, Classic Cinema presents Alfred Hitchcock’s “To Catch a Thief” with Grace Kelly and Cary Grant, 11:30 AM. Bring your lunch or snacks for intermission.
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KATY ISD OUTPERFORMS STATE ON STAAR TEST Test scores released by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) from the 2012 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) accountability test for grades 3-8 show that Katy ISD outperformed the state in every grade level assessment. The district also exceeded the state passing rate by an average of 13 points.
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HELP WANTED The Salon and Spa at Pine Forest is currently seeking a dedicated, personable and professional hairstylist to join our team. Call for further information, 281858-7727 or email your resume to managers@salonandspaatpineforest.com. Receptionist needed for Copperfield Optometry office. Greet patients; enter insurance information in computer, checkout patients. Call Denise at 281550-2020 to set up appointment. Now hiring security officers, part time/full time. No experience necessary. Retirees welcome. All shifts available. Accepting applications Monday Thursday, 8 AM - 11 AM. Located at 1035 Dairy Ashford, Suite 225, Houston, Texas 77079. Phone: 281-759-1010. Teacher needed for a Christian Preschool. Our hours are Monday - Thursday from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM and Friday 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Position will start in August 2013. Please call Lynn at 281-463-1912. Housekeeper for home in Copperfield area. Every other week. Must speak English and provide references. Thorough work is critical. Please call or text 281-682-0468. Cleaning service seeks experienced part-time person with transportation. Katy area, flexible hours, must be bondable w/ background check. Company observes high cleaning standard, so detail-oriented cleaner is preferred. $10/ hr. 281-639-6654. Part time appointment setter, from your home. Must have cell phone and computer. Some experience necessary. Hourly rate, plus commissions. Call Linda, 281-731-3324.
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Cooking and cleaning help needed for childcare center. Part-time or full-time available. No experience necessary, must pass background check. Call 281-550-8811 for more information. Plumbers or Apprentices for repair and a Receptionist needed. Bilingual preferred. Please call 281-256-2239. Now accepting applications for receptionist and/or office assistance for a local office in Katy. Must be bilingual in English & Spanish (read, write & speak). Full time position 9-5 with one hour lunch; weekends off and national holidays off. Must have some general office experience, be a self-motivated individual with computer experience, answer phones, take messages, schedule appointments, filing. Duties will include multiple task and working well with others. Wages are based upon experience. Please submit all resumes to: mre@mantarayenterprises.com, attention Colleen. Sales persons wanted to sell Replacement Windows and Window coverings. Ownership opportunity available. Call Replacement Windows of Katy at 281-392-5353. 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 281-758-4282. Visit www.holeinonechallenge.com. 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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Bear Creek
Martial Arts USA is hiring qualified Tae Kwon Do Black Belts with WTF certification, over 18 years of age, background checks and interviews will be conducted. Contact Master Shin or Master An at 281-463-9333 or email YoungAn@cyfairtkd.com. Location, 17121 West Rd. Suite 200 Houston TX 77095. About Hair Salon and Day Spa is seeking experienced stylists. Apply in person 15422 FM 529, Houston, TX 77095. 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. 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.
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Easton Commons Animal Hospital
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★ Full Service Boarding, Grooming & Training★
15030 West Rd.
281-550-6960
Attention New Puppy & Kitten Owners!
Receive a FREE Science Diet® Puppy or Kitten Kit and complimentary first dose of heartworm & flea preventative with your puppy or kitten’s first vaccination visit to Easton Commons Animal Hospital.
20% OFF Grooming Not valid on Saturdays or with other grooming offers. Expires 4/30/2013
COMPLIMENTARY EXAM First Time Clients Only
Please call to schedule an appointment One Coupon Per Family • Valid Monday thru Friday Coupon must be presented at time of service Expires 4/30/2013
Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900. Dental assistant position available. F/T, nonsmoker, experienced preferred, knowledge of Dentrix software and bilingual a plus. Must be state licensed; Front desk receptionist, bilingual preferred. Fax resume to: 281-861-7174. Or call 281-861-7500. Applications being accepted at Salon Picasso Studios. Lease/commission. 281-861-9911. Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment info. Send resume to randy@westhoustonelectric.com.
PETS
MISSING: Lynxpoint Siamese cat, Plantation Lakes, Riverpointe Ln. 77449. 4 Years old, neutered male. Left with collar & all tags. Blue eyes. Missing 9/12/12. $500 reward. Call 281-859-4120 for more details.
LOST & FOUND
FOUND: 8GB SanDisk, looks like a disk that you would use in a camera and has files with pictures of a proposal, engagement photos and wedding photos. The wedding photos look like the wedding was up north. Call 713-545-8245.
HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE
Woodlands of College Station Condo: 2 bedroom/ 2 bath, excellent condition, 5 minutes from Campus, appliances. Call 281-395-2176.
BOARDERS/ROOMMATES
Room for rent in home, $500 a month, $200 deposit. All bills paid. Call 281-684-3441.
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TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES Vacation home for rent in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath, beach, pool, tennis, golf, Mayan ruins. For more info Google VRBO 136406 or call, 281-463-4717. Timeshare: rent a lovely condo for a full week in Hawaii. Sleeps 4, fully stocked kitchen. What else needs to be said... It’s Hawaii! $795. For information contact Cheryl at 281-855-7427. Las Vegas Timeshare - On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen, dining & living; jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s/2 Phones, 2 pools outside building, fitness room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days $355 - 7 days $500. No added fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409. Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar Creek Cabin, new 2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front porch, satellite TV, beautiful views, abundant wildlife, Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park, sleeps 8. Call 866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more information.
NOVENA
Due to the amount of space involved and the response of those wishing to publish a Novena to St. Jude, a Novena to St. Jude will be published along with a list of initials of those wishing to publish one. We are sorry, but we cannot make exceptions. $5 Charge for each Novena per area. Please specify which area you would your Novena to appear in. - Krenek Printing.
NOVENA TO ST. JUDE
May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world, now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude helper of the hopeless, pray for us. Say Novena 9 times a day for 9 days. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you St. Jude – HM, KK
Bear Creek April 2013
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HUNTER’S PARK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Officers Gayle Minto - President Judy VanDyke Amy Matthias Shelly Schmitz - Treasurer Terry Martin - Secretary/Assistant Treasurer Legal Counsel - Michael Gainer
Please call HPCA OFFICE at 281-463-1216 to reach a board member.
PURPOSE OF HUNTER’S PARK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Hunter’s Park Community Association handles the financial and legal affairs of the subdivision. Each lot owner is required to pay an annual maintenance fee which is used to pay street lights; pay taxes on and maintain the common areas, such as the swimming pools, tennis courts, etc.; pay for security; and pay legal expenses incurred to enforce the deed restrictions. The Board meets every other month at 6:30 p.m. in the meeting room at the community building. Residents are welcome to attend. Anyone wishing to place an item on the agenda should call the HPCA office in advance. The Annual Meeting of Members is held on the 4th Thursday of January. Members hold three year staggered terms and are elected. The election process is as follows: 1) Mail in ballots will be mailed out with the Annual Maintenance fee statements. 2) Voting in person will begin on the 1st Monday after the Annual Meeting ending on the following Saturday at 7pm.
HPCA Office
Office Phone: 281 463-1216 Office Hrs: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Mon- Fri. Closed Weekends and Major Holidays HPCA employs two workers to provide coverage for the office. Every effort is made to have one of the two employees in the office at all times. Occasionally business of the association may require us to be out of the office for a short period of time. If we are out of the office when you call or if you call after hours, please leave a message on the answering machine and your calls will be returned as soon as possible during office hours.
Hunter's Park Comm. Assoc
Harris County Constable’s Office (Clay Road Dispatch) Courthouse Annex (16715 Clay Road) Pct. 5 Judge Jeff Williams Katy Independent School District Administration Office: Bear Creek Elementary (K-5) Cardiff Junior High (6-8) Mayde Creek Senior High (9-12)
Bear Creek
DEED RESTRICTIONS Deed restrictions are strictly enforced by Hunter’s Park Community Association. Copies of the restrictions are available at the association’s office or by mail (call 281 463-1216). Complaint forms are included in every Bear Creek Newsletter for your convenience. The association’s office verifies complaints and writes letters to violators. HPCA will initiate legal action when warranted, to enforce the deed restrictions. ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL You must submit any plans for improvements or modifications of your home to the Hunter’s Park Community Association Office. Your plans will be checked to insure that they comply with the deed restrictions. This includes re-roofing, playforts (8 ft. height limit), temporary storage buildings, etc. Please call the office at 281 463-1216 if you need any additional help or assistance. SECURITY Hunter’s Park Community Association provides additional security currently through a contract with Commissioners Court for four Harris County Constables. HPCA also hires off-duty deputies on an as-needed basis for additional coverage. Please call the Constable’s Office at 281 463-6666 to report any suspicious person, activity or for vacation watch. There is a voluntary $2.00 security contribution on the M.U.D. #6 water bill that goes to each homeowner. The voluntary contributions can only be used to pay for security. This contribution enables HPCA to provide more coverage without raising maintenance fees. Judy - Security Directory - HPCA - (281) 463-1216
Trees, shrubs, brush trimmings and fencing must be bundled in lengths no greater than 4 feet, with no branch diameter exceeding 3 inches. Items that will be picked up, such as: appliances, furniture, carpet (up to 1 room, rolled up four feet wide and less than fifty pounds), cardboard boxes (flattened). Refrigerators and freezers or any other items containing Freon must be drained of Freon and have an accompanying bill to validate such service was performed. Items excluded from normal collection are dirt, rocks, bricks, concrete, tires, batteries, motor oil, cooking oil, waste generated by a private contractor or any materials or items deemed hazardous materials. Do not dispose of these items in a container that is not visible to WCA personnel. If you need a special pickup, please call WCA. Customer Service: 281-368-8397
WATER BOARD Mike Kerr - 713-822-6654 Wayne Rouse - 281-463-9377 Ray DeBock - 281-550-2717 Gary Goodart - 281-550-8823 Jim Yuhnke - 281-463-4899 xxxxxxx The Water Board is a tax assessing board that levies water and sewer taxes and hires a Tax Assessor Collector to collect them. Severn Trent Services was hired by the Water Board to manage the utility district and they can assist you if you have any problems. The Board meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. at the Community Building. Members hold staggered 4 year terms and are elected the 1st Saturday in April at the Bear Creek Community Building.
HELPFUL NUMBERS
AT & T Trash Service WCA Harris County Animal Control Houston Animal Control Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Bear Creek Library Buses MTA (Information, Routes & Scheduling) KISD School Bus Info. Car Share/Van Share
April 2013
NEW RESIDENTS The HPCA office has a new resident package available at the office or by mail. Please call 281 463-1216 and we will be happy to send the information to you!
WASTE CORPORATION OF TEXAS (WCA) WCA collects our trash on Tuesdays and Fridays. Poly-carts, heavy trash and extra bags or items will be picked up on both days. Recycling picked up on Tuesdays only. The homeowner’s maintenance fee does not pay for garbage pick-up. You must call CWA to start service. Poly-carts and recycling bins are provided free of charge to homeowners or residents. When regular pick-up falls on a holiday, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day, the pick-up will be made on the next regular scheduled pick up day. If your recycling day falls on a holiday it will be picked up the next week on your normal scheduled recycle day. WCA will collect for recycling, papers, plastics, aluminum and tin cans that are placed in the recycling bin. If items exceed container capacity, please place them adjacent to the bin. If you find items left in the bin, that are not recyclable, please dispose of the items in your polycart.
281-463-1216
1-800-288-2020 281-368-8397 281-999-3191 713-238-9600 713-468-8972 281-550-0885 713-635-4000 281-578-2210 713-227-0003 281-463-6666 281-463-7759 281-463-2341 281-396-6000 281-237-5600 281-234-0600 281-237-3000
Repairs: Street Lights Centerpoint Energy 713-207-2222 (to report non-functioning light, give address and pole # off of pole needing repair) Street Repair 281-353-8424 (streets and curbs owned/maintained by Harris County) U. S. Post Office (Bear Creek) 1-800-275-8777 Utilities Severn Trent Services (HCUD#6) water/sewer 281-579-4500 (24 hour emergency:) 281-398-8211 Centerpoint Gas 713-659-2111 To report gas leaks & explosions 713-659-3552 Centerpoint Energy 713-207-2222 Help Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse 713-520-8620 Hot Lines: Battered Women & Children’s Hotline (Wires-24) 713-528-2121 Crisis Hotline (24 Hours) 713-228-1505 Harris County Children’s Protective Servs.(24) 713-394-4000 Overeaters Anonymous Hot Line 713-973-6633 Poison Control (24 hours) 1-800-222-1222 Rabies Control 281-999-3191 Rape Crisis (24) 713-528-7273 Suicide Prevention (24 hours) 713-228-1505 Supportive Outreach Service (counseling for battered women and children - no charge) 713-528-5785 Women’s Information & Referral Exchange Service 713-528-2121
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