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Official Newsletter Green II Trails Phase II III Serving Green TrailsofPhase & Section

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*Green Trails Phase II includes all homes belonging to the pools at the Gerri Ayers Recreation Center and on Park Cypress.

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July 2013 JULY 4TH PARADE & POOL PARTY

Decorate your bikes, wagons, and scooters in the stars and stripes and come join us for the annual July 4th Parade and Pool Party on Wednesday, July 4th at 10 AM.

We will begin at Crescent Green Park and parade down the street to Geri Ayers Pool to cool off. We’ll have some decorations available before the parade or come ready to go. There will be drinks and snacks at the pool and a DJ to make sure that everyone has a great time. We’ll see you there!

PARK MONITORS NEEDED

If you visit our parks and would like to be a Park Monitor, we are in need of monitors at Pocket Park, Wisdom Woods Park and Gerri Ayers Park. Please contact Kristie Poldervaart at poldervaartk@gmail.com or 281-6479483. This is an easy way to volunteer in your community and it only takes an hour each month.

WHAT IS WRONG WITH MY LAWN?

If you have spots in your yard that are yellowing or dying, chinch bugs could be the culprit. But, be sure you are treating the right problem. Another problem is also appearing in neighborhood lawns: Take-all Root Rot fungus. It attacks both St. Augustine and Bermuda lawns stressed by too much or too little water. It can appear in hot weather, unlike Brown Patch fungus, which usually appears when nights are cooler. For information on identification and treatment, go to www.plantanswers.com/root_rot_fungus.htm.

FIREWORKS PROHIBITED IN GREEN TRAILS PHASE II

Fireworks are a violation of the deed restrictions for the Association of Green Trails Phase II. You may report violations of this deed restriction to Crest Management at 281-579-0761 or fannie.molina@crest-management. com. When reporting a violation of the deed restrictions you must provide a description of the violation and the address of the home where the violation exist.

GREEN TRAILS TENNIS

MEN’S TENNIS: Courts will be reserved (specific nights on bulletin board for home matches) for a Men’s 55+ night league from 7 PM until closing from June through early August.

LADIES TENNIS LEAGUES: We currently have an A level team on Monday and an A and Championship Team on Wednesdays, play to resume for the Fall season which begins end of August. If you are interested

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ALFREDO BENJUMEA’S SUMMER TENNIS CAMP FOR KIDS: July 8th-12th July 15th-19th July 22nd-26th July 29th-August 2nd August 5th-9th August 12th-16th The Summer Tennis Camp will run from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM, Monday through Friday. The tennis portion goes from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Lunch and swimming goes from 12:00 to 1:30 PM. Please contact Alfredo for more details: 281-468-9995.

TENNIS LESSONS/COACHING: Please book tennis lessons by signing up for a court 48 hrs. in advance during non-prime hours. (No evening or weekend morning lessons, please.) If you or your child can only take lessons during prime time, please sign up for the single court at Park Cypress to prevent injury and frustration to our neighbors playing a match. If the lesson is to be a regularly set day and time, please contact the Tennis Committee for approval and court time can be blocked off for you at the Park Cypress Court.

The courts are occupied for tennis league play on Monday and Wednesday mornings and no lessons can be given during league play.

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Residents ONLY may reserve court times.

Anyone, including tennis pros, wanting to reserve REGULAR court time in advance for lessons or leagues, must contact the tennis committee through Elaine Kearney at 281-492-6848.

To reserve court time, the sign-up bulletin board is located inside the tennis courts. Residents may sign up no sooner than 48 hours in advance for a 1 1/2 hour time period by writing their last name on 3 blocks of the sign-up sheet. (Each block represents 30 minutes.) This is to allow maximum court usage for all residents during prime times (mornings and evenings). Should you sign up prior to 48 hours in advance or for longer than 1 1/2 hours, your name will be subject to removal by a committee member. (Of course, you can walk on and play as long as you like if the courts are not previously reserved or in demand.)

New residents needing tennis/pool access cards can contact Crest Management at 281-579-0761. Access cards are for residents only. Card access is the only way to insure our courts are only being used and cared for by our residents and their guests, please do not open the gates for anyone not having a card. Do not loan out your card.

The lights at the Gerri Ayers courts are numbered. Please note the number of the light before calling to have it repaired. Any maintenance problems at the courts can be reported to Brigitte Hobbesland, 713-591-0880. The tennis court lights are on a timer, they should come on at dusk and turn off by 10:30 PM.

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PARENTS: Tweens and teens have been observed damaging our tennis courts and the equipment held within. Your yearly maintenance fees pay for this vandalism directly. Our goal is to keep these costs down while maintaining the nice amenities in our neighborhood for all residents. Please let your children know if they are observed abusing our courts and/or their equipment, the Constable will be called to escort them home.

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Please note: the tennis courts are for tennis ONLY. Please let your children know the courts are not for soccer, bike riding, skating, climbing or any other use.

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ASSOCIATION OF GREEN TRAILS PHASE II 2013 SWIM SEASON SCHEDULE GERRI AYERS 2013 POOL HOURS

JULY 2013 Day(s) Pool Times Monday-Wednesday 10:00 AM-9:00 PM Thursday CLOSED Friday-Saturday 10:00 AM-9:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM-9:00 PM AUGUST 2013: 1st-25th: THEN WEEKENDS ONLY Day(s) Pool Times Monday-Wednesday 10:00 AM-9:00 PM Thursday CLOSED Friday-Saturday 10:00 AM-9:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM-9:00 PM

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AUGUST 2013: 1st -25th; THEN WEEKENDS ONLY Day(s) Pool Times Monday-Tuesday 10:00 AM-9:00 PM Wednesday CLOSED Thursday-Saturday 10:00 AM-9:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM-9:00 PM SEPTEMBER 2013: 1st and 2nd Day(s) Pool Times Sunday 12:00 PM-9:00 PM Labor Day 11:00 AM-9:00 PM

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Our lifeguards have full authority at our pools. If you choose not to follow their instructions or posted pool rules or are verbally abusive to them or to a pool committee member, you may receive an official warning and be asked to leave the premises. For serious offenses, the constable may be called. A second warning during the season will result in suspension of pool privileges for one month.

You must use your own access card to enter pool premises. Do not ask other people to let you in. Do not open the gate for people without their card. Do not loan your card to others.

GREEN TRAILS PHASE II GERRI AYERS POOL RULES

JULY 2013 Day(s) Pool Times Monday-Tuesday 10:00 AM-9:00 PM Wednesday CLOSED Thursday-Saturday 10:00 AM-9:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM-9:00 PM

Obey the lifeguards. They have the authority to remove from the pool area anyone disobeying the rules or endangering the safety of himself or others.

Lifeguards have the final interpretation of the rules.

1. All residents must have an access card to enter the pool area. Everyone must sign in, including guests. Only 2 guests per resident card.

2. Parents are responsible for their children and guests at all times.

3. All children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult at least 18 years of age. All non-swimmers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at least 18 years of age. All non-swimming children must be within arms length of a parent or guardian at all times.

4. Proper swim attire required.

5. All infants and children not potty trained must be in swim diapers, no regular diapers allowed.

6. No running, pushing, dunking or roughhousing permitted.

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7. Stay off ropes. Lap lane is to be used for lap swimming only.

8. No diving in the shallow end of the pool.

9. Diving Area: Swimmers must be able to swim without assistance to the ladder. No use of life jackets, flotation devices or goggles may be used while on the diving board. Only one person allowed on diving board at a time. All swimmers must dive straight out, not to the side of the diving board and then quickly get out of the deep end at the ladder on either side. No swimming in diving area when diving board is in use.

10. All floats must be approved by lifeguard.

11. No smoking, tobacco, glass containers or alcoholic beverages allowed in pool area.

12. No tennis balls, bicycles, skateboards or scooters allowed in pool area.

13. No loud music in the pool area.

14. No loud or abusive language will be tolerated.

15. You must be 18 years or older to swim during adult swim or under 24 months with a parent.

16. Only children 5 years and younger allowed in the baby pool and must be supervised by an adult.

17. No pets permitted on pool premises.

18. No one with exposed injury or wearing bandages in the pool.

19. Anyone swimming after hours will be suspended for the remainder of the swim season and trespassing charges will be filed.

20. All parties must be booked through the pool company.

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• Parents are solely responsible for their child using the diving board. Green Trails HOA assumes no responsibility for accidents.

• Only those able to swim alone may use the diving board - no catching or assistance in the deep end. You may be asked to take a swim test to verify swimming ability.

• No use of life jackets, flotation devices, goggles or sunglasses may be used on the diving board.

• One person at a time - do not climb diving board steps until the person ahead of you is in the water.

• Swimmers must dive straight out, not to the side of the diving board.

• Exit the landing area and swim immediately to the ladder to get out of way of next person. Do not dive until the previous swimmer has exited the landing area.

• No swimming in diving area when diving board is in use.

• Use diving board at your own risk.

GREEN TRAILS PHASE II PARK CYPRESS POOL RULES

Obey the lifeguards. They have the authority to remove from the pool area anyone disobeying the rules or endangering the safety of himself or others.

Lifeguards have the final interpretation of the rules.

1. All residents must have an access card to enter the pool area. Everyone must sign in, including guests. Only 2 guests per resident card.

2. Parents are responsible for their children and guests at all times.

3. All children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult at least 18 years of age. All non-swimmers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at least 18 years of age. All non-swimming children must be within arms length of a parent or guardian at all times.

4. Proper swim attire required.

5. All infants and children not potty trained must be in swim diapers, no regular diapers allowed.

6. No running, pushing, dunking or roughhousing permitted.

7. Stay off ropes. Lap lane is to be used for lap swimming only.

8. No diving in the shallow end of the pool.

9. Slide Area: Swimmers must be able to swim without assistance to the ladder. No use of life jackets, flotation devices or goggles on the slide. Only one person allowed on slide at a time. You must go down the slide on your bottom, feet first at all times. No catching at the bottom of the slide is allowed.

Please clear the landing area at the bottom of the slide immediately after use and swim to ladder.

10. All floats must be approved by lifeguard.

11. No smoking, tobacco, glass containers or alcoholic beverages allowed in pool area.

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12. No tennis balls, bicycles, skateboards or scooters allowed in pool area.

13. No loud music in the pool area.

14. No loud or abusive language will be tolerated.

15. You must be 18 years or older to swim during adult swim or under 24 months with a parent.

16. Only children 5 years and younger allowed in the baby pool and must be supervised by an adult.

17. No pets permitted on pool premises.

18. No one with exposed injury or wearing bandages in the pool.

19. Anyone swimming after hours will be suspended for the remainder of the swim season and trespassing charges will be filed.

20. All parties must be booked through the pool company.

SLIDE RULES FOR GREEN TRAILS PARK CYPRESS POOL

• Parents are solely responsible for their child using the slide. Green Trails HOA assumes no responsibility for accidents.

• Only those able to swim alone may use slide - no catching or assistance at the bottom. You may be asked to take a swim test to verify swimming ability.

• No use of life jackets, flotation devices, goggles or sunglasses may be used on the slide.

• One person at a time - do not climb the slide ladder until the person ahead of you is in the water.

• Climb the ladder and sit down - no horseplay at the top of the slide.

• Slide feet first on bottom only.

• Do not stop or turn on the slide.

• Exit the landing area and swim immediately to the ladder to get out of way of next person. Do not slide until the previous swimmer has exited the landing area.

• Use slide at your own risk.

GREEN TRAILS POOL PARTY RULES

during regular open hours are limited to 25 persons. You may call 281-3766510 or get info on www.a-beautifulpools.com 2. Pool parties may not conflict with neighborhood functions or swim team meet schedules. All parties must be approved by Board member in charge of pools.

3. Pool parties scheduled in the evening must end by 10:00 PM. 4. There is a 10-day advance notice (call-in) to A-Beautiful Pools, Inc. for all scheduled parties - 281-376-6510 or www.a-beautifulpools.com 5. There is a 5-day cancellation notice (call-in) to A-Beautiful Pools, Inc. for all scheduled parties. If the resident does not call to cancel the party then A-Beautiful Pools, Inc. will submit an invoice reflecting the time the lifeguards were at the pool for the scheduled party.

6. There is a $25 non-refundable set-up fee made payable to A-Beautiful Pools, Inc. to be mailed at least 5 days prior to the party. If not received by said date, the set-up fee increases to $35. The set-up fee is not a deposit.

They accept cash, money orders and credit cards (Master Card & Visa). No personal checks.

7. There are always 2 lifeguards for 1-40 swimmers; thereafter, one lifeguard for each additional 20 swimmers.

8. Lifeguards are paid individually at the rate of $17.50 per hour per lifeguard.

The resident responsible for the party must pay A-Beautiful Pools, Inc. in advance of the party for the lifeguards. If you are pleased with your party, tips are always appreciated by the guards.

9. Parties scheduled during the week after school begins are subject to a $75 fee. No parties will be scheduled after the pool closes for the season.

10. No alcohol may be served and there may be no smoking.

11. No glass containers.

12. Resident is to clean-up pool area from party and leave it as it was found - including removing all balloons and ties. No confetti please.

1. ALL pool parties during open pool hours MUST be scheduled with A-Beautiful Pools, Inc. so we may accommodate all of our residents. Parties

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WHEREAS, The Association of Green Trails Phase II (hereinafter referred to as the "Association"), is the owner and/or operator of a Pavilion (the "Pavilion") serving the residents of the Green Trails subdivision Houston, Texas; and

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WHEREAS, the undersigned resident (hereinafter referred to as the "Resident"), desires to reserve the Pavilion owned and/or operated by the Association and use of the same for a private party to be held for / to Resident and his/her/their guests and invitees on ; and WHEREAS, the Association is willing to allow the Resident to conduct such private party and utilize the Pavilion for such purpose and on such date(s), but only upon the following terms and conditions, to which the Resident expressly agrees to be bound: 1.In the event of any damage to the Pavilion, the Resident agrees to be responsible for any and all repairs necessary to return the Pavilion to its condition prior to rental. Further, Resident will pay, upon presentation, any invoice(s) for such repairs. By his/her signature below, Resident agrees to allow a lien to be filed against his/her property (at the address shown below), in the amount of any such damages.

2.The Association shall not be liable for any claims or demands of any kind arising out of the Resident's use or occupancy of the Pavilion, or for any claims or demands of any kind resulting from loss of life, personal injury and/or damages to property incurred or sustained by the Resident or any of the Resident's guests, invitees, licensees, employees, agents, or contractors, arising directly or indirectly, proximately or remotely, from or out of the Resident's use of the Pavilion for the purposes of conducting a private party on the date(s) shown above.

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4.The Association shall not be held responsible for any liability due to or resulting from alcoholic beverages served on the premises.

5.Lifeguard fees are to be the direct responsibility of the Resident, and arrangements are to be made directly by Resident with the Association's pool contractor.

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3.Resident agrees, and by these presents does agree, to indemnify and forever hold the Association, its officers, employees, agents, successors and assigns harmless from any and all claims, liabilities, actions, charges or expenses (including attorneys' fees) in connection with the loss of life, personal injury, and/or damage to property arising or alleged to arise directly or indirectly from or out of the occurrence of any event or incident upon or within the Pavilion before, during or after private party or while the Resident, or his/her guests, invitees, employees, agents, and/or contractors are in route to or from the Pavilion before, during and/or after the private party to be held by the Resident; and the Resident, on behalf of him/her/themselves has/have released and do(es) hereby release the Association for its sole negligence and joint negligence for the residents and the Association; its employees, officers, agents, successors and assigns, from and against any and all such claims, actions and/or damages arising directly or indirectly out of Resident's use of the Pavilion for the above stated purposes.

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BE A GOOD NEIGHBOR

When you (or your lawn service) cut your grass or trim shrubs, please be sure clippings are disposed of properly. Our trash contract includes pick up of yard debris properly bagged or bundled and placed at the curb. Note: Remember to not leave bags of clippings at the curb for multiple days.

Debris should not be put into storm drains or over fences into common areas. This can block proper drainage and breed mosquitoes, plus the decomposing material smells. Dumping litter or yard waste into storm drains or onto someone else’s property is illegal and you can be ticketed.

We have also received complaints that some yard services blow clippings in the street to neighboring houses. If you think your contractor is doing this, please direct them to pick up properly.

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SECURITY TIPS

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If you see something suspicious, call the Constable at 281-463-6666.

Turning on exterior lights makes it easier for the constable or alert neighbors to see your home and to also see what is going on outside it. Park your cars in your driveway and lock them.

Keep doors and windows locked (including garages) and alarms set. Trim shrubs so windows are visible. If you are going to be out of town, turn in a Vacation Watch Form. Use timers on lights. See our website for other tips.

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Call the Constable and report any suspicious activity. The fastest dispatch for law enforcement in our neighborhood is to call the Constable direct at 281-463-6666. An alert Green Trails resident recently foiled a car theft by calling the Constable when something didn’t seem right. The suspects were arrested. Remember, “No call is too small.”

STREET LIGHT OUTAGES

Please note that the association pays electrical charges for a streetlight whether the bulb is functioning or not. To report street light outages you can contact CenterPoint Energy at 713-207-2222 or www.centerpointenergy. com. Be sure to note the pole number and the street address.

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Remember, ALL exterior changes made to your home or yard [including your fence] require ARC approval first. In need of an ARC form? Go to www. greentrailstwo.com our neighborhood website.

Remember to apply and get ARC approval before doing work that affects the exterior appearance of your house or yard. This includes replacing fences, repainting (even the same color) and re-roofing. Approval can take up to one month, so plan ahead. In many cases, you can now expedite the process by paying a $50 fee. For details, see the website, www.greentrailstwo.com or call Crest Management at 281-579-0761.

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The Website for Green Trails Phase II (www.greentrailstwo.com) has a “blast email” function. This feature allows the Association to send news to residents on a mass basis. The Board of Directors intends to start utilizing this function more frequently to disseminate important information, particularly in emergencies like Hurricane Ike. If you have not registered and would like to do so, please go to the “Join Our Mailing List” section of the Website. The only information that you need to enter is your email address. Each of the other items is optional, including your name. None of the information will be distributed to third parties.

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Please remember that entry codes are for the use of residents ONLY. Please ask guests and / or contractors to utilize the gate directory to obtain access.

If contact information in the directory needs to be updated, please contact Crest Management and provide information.

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Curb appeal has a big impact on your property value, even if your home is not for sale. Buyers evaluate the neighborhood, not just one house. Stand back from your house and take a close look to see if it needs a mini-makeover.

Think about security as well. Has your shrubbery become overgrown, covering windows or blocking the sidewalk? Do low-hanging limbs obscure the front? Does the lawn have brown areas or weeds? Is the siding mildewed or paint peeling? You may want to ask a friend’s opinion; it is easy to overlook things we see everyday. Make plans now to spruce up.

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Cars parked in the street are also a turn-off to buyers. Make the extra effort to keep cars in the driveway. It looks better, and is safer for your neighbors and your car.

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We have received complaints about dogs running loose. Harris County requires both dogs and cats to be vaccinated, licensed and kept in fenced yards or on leashes. This is for the safety of both our neighbors and your pets.

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The Green Trails Ladies Club welcomes you as a friend and invites your membership. Membership is open to women residing in west Houston, Katy and surrounding areas. Varied opportunities are provided for women to explore common interests and to develop friendships in the neighborhood settings. The club features interest groups and activities for its members such as: Bunco, Scrabble, Games for Couples, Women of the Word (a Bible study fellowship), Book Chats and Sweets (a book review fellowship), The Art Bunch (fine arts group), Potpourri (special interests and other special events throughout the year. New interests group form per member interests.

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Contact Kathy Sitarski at 832-788-4711 or Helen Connolly at 832-577-7177 for more information. If you wish to join us, submit the following information along with the annual renewable dues of $20 payable to the Green Trails Ladies Club, P.O. Box 573, Barker, Texas 77413-0573:

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• Remove spent crepe myrtle flowers to prolong bloom production.

• Weeds rob plants of valuable water, nutrients - remove them.

• Great sun/heat-lovers include coral honeysuckle, coreopsis, lantana, oleanders and hamelia.

• Fertilize flowers lightly, if at all; too hot for heavy feedings.

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Did you know that the West I-10 Fire Department is a department you can join? Members come from all walks of life and work together to serve their community. The West I-10 Fire Department is also committed to community involvement and as such would like all our citizens to know the best way to contact us. If you have an emergency, please dial 9-1-1, but if you have a question about the Department or would like to inquire about a public relations event, please dial 281-675-3639 or visit our website at www.westI-10fd.org.

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Elisa Kendall, Afton Otwell and Bao Truong qualified to play in the TAPPS State Tennis Competition on April 24th – 25th in Waco, TX. Elisa Kendall won the 1A State Title while Afton Otwell and Bao Truong tied for 5th place in each of their divisions.

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The combined points earned by Elisa and Afton allowed Texas Christian High School to place 3rd over all in the 1A Girls Division. TCS could not be more proud of the team’s accomplishment! Way to go Tigers!!!

TCS SENIOR HEADING FOR THE MARINES Looking for adventure and a challenge that could test every fiber of physical strength and moral standing sounds like a Tom Clancy novel. It is in fact, the real-life story of Connor Lyttle, a senior at Texas Christian High School. Echoed by his favorite Bible verse, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me,” (Philippians 4:13); Connor loves a challenge that will stretch him and help him grow. Connor’s athletic abilities and leadership skills allowed him to excel on Texas Christian’s football, basketball and baseball teams; making the playoffs in two of the three team sports. True to his character, Connor is preparing to take on his next life challenge by joining the ranks of the United States Marine Corps. He is currently involved in a rigorous physical training program to make his transition into the demanding Marine Corps world as smooth as possible.

Connor will be greatly missed at Texas Christian, but will be constantly in the thoughts and prayers of the families, staff and students as he enters the realm of “The Few, The Proud, The Marines.”

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KATY ISD ANNOUNCES CLASS OF 2013 TOP TEN

More than 3,500 seniors walked across the stage at the Leonard E. Merrell Center during the 2013 graduation ceremonies. Katy ISD congratulates all graduates and wishes them the best of luck in their future endeavors!

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PACK 353

Cub Scout Pack 353, based out of St. Peter’s UMC, culminated another successful year as 40 boys advanced in rank at the annual end of the year May Picnic, held recently at Green Trails Park. Throughout the year the boys participated in various learning, fun filled activities and community service projects. Most recently, they were honored by Nottingham Country Elementary for their yearly coordination and participation in the Spring Carnival clean up. The Scouts have several fun activities planned this summer. If you are interested in learning more about Scouts, please contact Victoria Salinas at vc_conde@hotmail.com or visit www.katycubscouts.com.

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 James Knox at james@kbscs. com.

HOMESCHOOL PACK 393

Cub Scout Pack 393 is a homeschool pack that serves the Katy area. If you have a boy between the ages of 6 and 10 (entered first grade through fifth grade this fall) and are wanting them to join an activity that is full of fun learning experiences, this is the group for you. To learn more about both scouting programs, upcoming summertime events and 393 please email Sam Randolph at sumosam@sumofam.com.

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West Houston Girls Softball Association invites you to come join the fun!

Registration is now OPEN for our Fall 2013 season. Make some new friends and enjoy the outdoors in a fun and exciting way. No experience necessary!

Girls, ages 5-17, are eligible to play! Every girl makes a team and every girl plays. Registration can be completed online, in-person or by mail (visit our website for forms and dates): www.eteamz.com/whgsa. If you have questions, please feel free to email Kim Jowers at westhoustongsa@yahoo. com

BEAR CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH SPORTS

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Our address is 5901 N. Fry Rd. in Katy, Texas 77449. Registrations can be made online at www.bearcreekchurch.tv/sports (click on specific camp or sport registration) or in our Church Office, Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. On Fridays, the office is open 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. For more information email linda.newhouse@bcstaff.org or call 281-859-9900.

HOOPS CAMP 2013: Come join our Hoops Camp for ages 6-14, July 15th18th. Our Hoops Camp is led by Jim Stephens, Basketball Coach at Cy-Falls High School in Cy-Fair School District. Choose from two sessions for the best time for you. The first session is from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and the second session is from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Cost of the Camp is $50, with a discount for the second child.

CHEERLEADING CAMP 2013: Come join our Cheerleading Camp for ages 6-14, July 29th-31st. Our Camp is led by our Upward Cheerleading Coordinator, Jennifer Wilson. Time will be 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Our address is 5901 N. Fry Rd. in Katy, Texas 77449. Cost of the Camp is $40, with a discount for the second child.

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MEN’S OUTWARD FLAG FOOTBALL: Come join men 18 yrs and older for our men’s Outward Flag Football league coming this fall. Practice/Games will be on Saturday afternoons around 2:00 PM. The league will have a tournament at the conclusion of the season. Evaluations for all players will be Tuesday and Thursday, September 10th and 12th from 6:00-7:00 PM and Saturday, September 14th from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM. These will take place on the fields behind the church. Cost for the league will be $35 per player covering cost of officials and jersey. First games will be October 12th and season concludes on November 9th with tournament. For more information call 281-859-9900 and ask for Scott Denton or David Rutherford or email us at Scott.denton@bcstaff.org or David.rutherford@bcstaff.org.

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UPWARD SOCCER, UPWARD FLAG FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING: Bear Creek Baptist Church is offering Upward Soccer, Flag Football and Cheerleading this Fall. We will be having Upward Soccer for children 4 yrs. By September 1, 2013 through 6th Grade. Our Flag Football and Cheerleading will be for children in K this year through 6th Grade. Register before school starts. Our first evaluation is before school starts. Each child needs to attend an evaluation, not for the whole two hours, but for about 20 min. This year we have an early special price of $70 for those that register before August 18th. We have our first evaluation on Saturday, August 17th from 10:00 AM 12:00 PM in the back fields behind our parking lot. Our next evaluations will be Tuesday and Thursday, September 4th and 6th from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM. On Saturday, September 8th between the hours of 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM. Cost is $75. Our practices will begin the week of September 23rd. Our first games will be October 5th and go through November 16th.

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SWIM LESSONS: The Y has been teaching swim lessons for over 100 years! All ages and ability levels welcome. Morning, evening, group and private sessions available. Summer sessions are filling quickly.

SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS FOR YOUTH AND TEENS: Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Football, Tennis, Volleyball and Club Volleyball camps are offered for ages 6-14. Offered 9 AM-11 AM various weeks throughout the summer.

MELVIN ADAMS BASKETBALL CAMPS: Back by popular demand! Former Harlem Globetrotter Melvin Adams will be at the Katy YMCA teaching his inspirational camp to girls and boys ages 6-14. This camp has been a huge hit with both participants and parents the past 5 years! July 15th-19th. Don’t miss out on this dynamic camp experience!

SUMMER SPECIALTY CAMPS: Let your child choose a camp that caters to their specific interest such as cheer, jump rope, Hip Hop/Jazz or Tae Kwon Do! Come have a blast at these 2-hour camps.

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Southwest Houston’s own brand new women’s flat track roller derby team is now forming. This isn’t the old school roller derby you’ve seen in the past.

We train derby athletes to compete according to the rules and guidelines set forth by WFTDA, the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association. We are actively recruiting skaters, referees and volunteers. Skaters must be female and 18 or older. Referees and volunteers must be 18 or older. Email us at yellowrosederbygirls@yahoo.com for more information. You can also find us at www.yellowrosederbygirls.com and on Facebook. Join up now to become an integral part in founding and building our league.

NETBALL CLUBS

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.

Registration is open for fall Flag Football, Basketball, Soccer and T-Ball/ Baseball leagues in Katy! i9 Sports is the #1 provider of youth sports leagues, camps and instructional clinics in the country for kids ages 3-14. We focus on fun, skills and sportsmanship with a commitment to safety. For more information, please visit www.i9sports.com or call 281-398-PLAY (7529).

Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men and youth to join in, play and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British School of Houston. We are also looking for interested players, adults and youth to play in a new Katy Netball club. No experience necessary. For more information, go to our facebook page, Houston Shooting Stars Netball Club or www.netballamerica.com or contact Ros at education@netballamerica.com or call 832-790 3772.

KATY VALKYRIES HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS LACROSSE

The Katy Valkyries is a varsity team competing in the Texas Girls High School Lacrosse League and accepts players from all KISD high schools.

Lacrosse experience is not necessary to join the team - we will teach you the skills and game strategy. Please see our new website at: www.katyvalkyries. org for additional information.

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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

WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE

Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun while improving golfing skills. For more information, contact the Pro Shop at Cinco Ranch, 281-395-4653.

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Looking for as many ladies as possible to play. Ages 16+. Contact Krystal Horn for more information at katybball@yahoo.com

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22765 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, Texas 77450 281-395-3950 - thefellowship.org Located at the corner of Westheimer Parkway and Peek Road, The Fellowship at Cinco Ranch offers a variety of summer activities for elementary aged children. ALL programs listed are for children who have completed kindergarten through the completed fifth grade.

LUNCH BUNCH Tuesdays (July 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th) from Noon - 2:00 PM Bring a sack lunch and join us for fun and fellowship at the church. Free event. Register online at our church website: thefellowship.org.

SUMMER DAYS WITH PIZZAZZ Monthly Field Trip (July 10th and August 21st) from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Join us for fun, educational day trips to local and Houston area attractions.

Activities this year include SeaWolf Park in Galveston, San Jacinto Monument/Battleship Texas and Splashway Water Park. Van transportation is provided for trips. Children are able to sign up for all activities or for only the ones which fit the family schedule.

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Colossal Coaster World: Facing Fear, Trusting God Completed K-6th grade July 8th-12th, 9 AM-12 NOON 10000 Spring Green Blvd (corner of Spring Green and Fry) You’ve got a ticket to ride! Come on and let’s get going... overcoming colossal fears and trusting God! Follow Paul’s missionary journeys in Acts and learn to overcome fears by reaching new heights of faithfulness, boldness, trust, wisdom and self-control.

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CHRIST CHURCH VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Get ready to gear up for a fantastic summertime adventure! July 22-26, 2013, Christ Church PCA will hold its annual Vacation Bible School daily from 8:30 AM until 12:00 PM. Upward Bound is an exciting, fun-filled VBS program that will take “Backpackers” on the ultimate VBS expedition. There will be Bible stories, scripture memory, songs, skits, crafts, games and snacks. The week will close with a Summit Celebration on Friday, July 26th at 6:30 PM with a

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Church News GRACE NOTES

Singers, instrumentalists and dancers are invited to join the “Grace Notes,” a performing group which shares music with the community in retirement homes, Alzheimer’s and nursing facilities, country clubs and several churches.

We sing a combination of Secular, Broadway, Patriotic, Sacred and Gospel Music. We also sing once a month for the congregation of St. Peter’s United Methodist church - during the traditional morning services.

We rehearse and perform during the school calendar year on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 AM at St. Peter’s UMC in room E-106. Tuesday mornings are our “outing” days for performances in the community.

Come and join this fun and wonderful music ministry! For more information, please contact Gail Shipley at 281-347-0233 or gshipnote@live.com.

Senior Church Groups KINGSLAND BAPTIST CHURCH WEEKLY EVENTS FOR ADULT 55+

Game Day - Meet with us every Wednesday in the Crawford Fellowship Hall from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM as we fellowship around the table playing Chicken Foot, Scrabble, Cards, etc.

Senior Aerobics offered at Kingsland Baptist Church Please join our Adult 55+ exercise class at 11:00 - 11:45 AM each Thursday morning in the gym at Kingsland Baptist Church. Peggy Skaggs is our trained and certified instructor and the class is open to all levels.

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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.

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH SENIOR ADULT NEWS

Trinity Baptist Church Senior Adults get together on Monday afternoons from 1:00-5:00 PM for a time of fellowship, prayer and games... Come join the fun!

Trinity Baptist Church is located at 10000 Spring Green Blvd. (corner of Spring Green and Fry). For more information, visit www.trinity-katy.org or call the church office at 281-579-6724.

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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.

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Community Events Garage Sales VILLAGES OF LANGHAM CREEK COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE!

The Garage Sale will be on Saturday, July 13th and Sunday, July 14th, 8 AM - ??, rain or shine! All neighbors invited to sell and shop! VOLC is located a the intersection of West Little York and Yorktown. Crossing to West Little York and Yorkshire Woods Lane. Shop early for the BEST deals!!

Fall Craft Shows CYPRESS FALLS FFA CRAFT SHOW November 15-17, 2013 (Move in Friday night or Saturday morning) Register for a booth by contacting Cynthia Taylor 713-922-5057 cynthia.taylor@cfisd.net Location: Cy-Fair ISD Telge Exhibit Center 11206 Telge Road, Cypress, TX 77429

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The Booster Club for the Seven Lakes High School FFA Chapter is hosting a Sporting Clays Tournament on Friday, September 20, 2013, at Westside Sporting Grounds. Check-in starts at 7:30 AM. Shooting starts at 9:00 AM. Lunch will be provided. The entry fee is $125 per person or $625 per fiveman team. Registration includes 100 sporting clay targets and ammunition (12 & 20 gauge).

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FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.

Fundraisers KEEP KIDS CONNECTED ALUMINUM CAN RECYCLING COLLECTION

Keep Kids Connected currently has a program called “Cans for a Cure” where aluminum beverage cans are collected and recycled and the proceeds are used to purchase computers and for pediatric cancer research.

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Keep Kids Connected is a 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit Organization through the generous donations of our patrons and sponsors, we are working with hospitals and doctors to provide Netbook computers to children with cancer or other life-threatening illnesses. For more information, contact Keep Kids Connected at: P.O. Box 1127, Katy, TX 77492 or keepkidsconnected@gmail. com Potential computer recipients can check eligibility requirements and download an application at www.keepkidsconnected.org

HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO™ HOUSTON METRO GO TEXAN COMMITTEE KATY HOSTS CASINO NIGHT

The Houston Metro Go Texan Committee Katy Subcommittee of the Houston Livestock Show and RodeoTM will host a Casino Night at 7:00 PM, July 27, 2013 at the Mason Creek Community Center.

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The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo runs Tuesday, March 4 through Sunday, March 23, 2014. The Show is a Section 501(c)(3) charitable event, committed to benefiting youth, supporting education, and facilitating better agricultural practices through exhibitions and presentation. Since its beginning in 1932, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has contributed more than $330 million to scholarships, research, endowments, calf scramble participants, junior show exhibitors, School Art participants and other educational and youth programs.

Summer Camps HOUSTON FAMILY ARTS CENTER ACTORS ACADEMY ANNOUNCES 2013 SUMMER CAMPS

Tickets are available for $50 each and all proceeds benefit the 2014 Show.

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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

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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.

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, through 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. For more information, please call the HFAC Actors Academy at 281-685-2623.

HALTER INC. 2013 CAMPS

What do we do? During our day camps, we work with farm animals including horses, goats, cows, pigs, rabbits, and chickens. We also will be riding horses. There will be arts and crafts, movies, snacks and lots of fun!

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3785 Barker Cypress Rd (close to Clay) Day Camp July 8th-12th 8:30 AM-3:30 PM Monday - Friday Ages K-5, cost is $55 first child, $30 additional children Come learn about the grace of God in a fun, interactive week run by the awesome counselors from Lutherhill, a Lutheran camp in La Grange, TX. Activities include crafts, games, Bible study and high energy fun! Sign up at www.covenantlutheran.org under the What’s Happening page. For questions, call 281-578-8799.

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FOXFINDER by Dawn King. US Amateur Premier - August 15-31, 2013.

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William Bloor, a ‘foxfinder,’ arrives at Sam and Judith Covey’s farm to investigate a suspected contamination. He is driven by his education and beliefs to unearth and destroy an animal that threatens man’s civilization and to remain free from its influence himself. As his investigations proceed, the events that follow change the course of all their lives - forever. Dawn King’s play won the 2011 Papatango New Writing Competition (in partnership with London’s Finborough Theatre). A darkly comic exploration of belief, desire

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CARNIVAL ROUND THE CENTRAL FIGURE by Diana Amsterdam.

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A wild ride through theatrical terrain that sears the senses and impacts the audience at a visceral place, which also manages to be hilariously funny and heartbreakingly real in the five core scenes of a young woman’s visit to the death bed of her friend. Her moment of acknowledgment and comfort comes hard in the face of denial, moralizing, insane positive thinking, desperate chit chat and the existential fears we all harbor about the end moments of life - the great mystery.

MUSEUM OF DYSFUNCTION IV - December 6-14, 2013.

Short plays from 200 writers who submitted from all over the US and were chosen by a panel. Co-produced by Wordsmyth Theatre.

ROME by John Harvey - World Premier - March 6-22, 2014. This original script is being written by local playwright, John Harvey, workshopped by designers, musicians and actors, video documented over a year and presented as a collaborative effort as our final play in the season.

Located at Studio 101 at Spring Street Studios, 1824 Spring Street, Houston, TX 77007. All performances begin at 8 PM. Price - $18 regular/ $10 students and seniors. Pay as you can on Mondays and $25 for opening night with a party immediately after the show. More info/reservations: www. mildredsumbrella.com - info@mildredsumbrella.com or 832-463-0409.

HOUSTON FAMILY ARTS CENTER ANNOUNCES 2012-2013 SEASON MEMORIES AND TRADITIONS

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 Fiddler on the Roof (July 12-28, 2013 at the Berry Center)

DECIBELLES (A BARBERSHOP CHORUS)

Do you like to sing? Are you looking for a place to display your talents or just to have fun with music? You should be a Decibelle!

We are a (ladies only) daytime chorus rehearsing every Friday morning from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Treemont Retirement Center, 2501 Westerland, near Westheimer and Gessner. Some of us read music, but it is not required. We are provided a CD to help in learning new songs. Our director, Martha Upton and assistant director, Cay Eckland will help you find out if you are a Tenor, Lead, Baritone or Bass.

We have been performing in the Houston area for over 35 years. We prepare two types of shows each year; a Christmas show with old favorites, but always a new fun tune including props, narratives and choreography. Our regular show this year includes songs from the 1920s, as well as a Spiritual Medley that will start your toes tapping.

The Houston Family Arts Center is in its 8 season, an exciting line-up of plays and musicals all of which reflect the theme of “memories and traditions.” The

Come visit any Friday. We would love to see you and if you decide to join us, we would be delighted. For more information, please call Pat at 281-4974904 or visit our website, www.Decibelles.org.

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HCC Northwest College offers four-year degree pathways HCC and UT Tyler to produce engineers in West Houston

University of Houston System and HCC unite to enhance educational services to Katy area

The University of Texas at Tyler will open the Houston Engineering Center in partnership with Houston Community College. Starting fall 2013, the center will be located at HCC’s Alief Campus, 2811 Hayes Road. UT Tyler will begin offering Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Bachelor Degrees and plans to develop a Civil Engineering program in the future. Visit hccs.edu/engineering or email futureengineers@hccs.edu

The University of Houston System (UHS) and Houston Community College Northwest (HCC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to expand higher education opportunities in the Katy/West Houston area. Through a partnership that includes using existing facilities at UHS at Cinco Ranch and HCC-Katy, the MOU will result in an increase of academic programs offered by UHS and HCC-Northwest in West Houston. Visit northwest.hccs.edu

northwest.hccs.edu 713.718.5700 MUSIC SINGING GROUP “ONE-A-CHORD”

One A-Chord is an interdenominational men’s and women’s singing group with a music ministry to the elderly in Katy and West Houston. We enjoy entertaining with a combination of music including Sacred (Gospel/Spirituals/ Traditional) and Secular - with this year’s Choral medley “Made in the USA” which gives tribute to music that was created, performed, enjoyed and fostered by Americans. It includes Dixieland Jazz, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Country Western, Broadway (with our special emphasis on ‘Sound of Music”) and Patriotic music. All proudly “Made in the USA!!”

Our group welcomes singers, dancers, instrumentalists and “Ham’s” and creates an hour of musical entertainment for the audience. (We love audience participation!)

Our normal rehearsal/performing day is Monday morning. We will be starting rehearsals for our new singing season on Monday, August 5th at 9:30 AM at St. Peter’s UMC in Asbury Hall, 20775 Kingsland Blvd., Katy, We will have seven rehearsals before starting our new performing season. For additional information, please contact Gail Shipley (music director) 281-3470233, Bill Ramp (Scheduling) 281-347-2520, Chris Crockett (Administration) 281-788-7702 or Jackie Mills (Chaplain/Historian) 281-347-1568. For our current schedule and repertoire you can check out our website at www. oneachord.org.

Job Fairs JOB FAIR

Epiphany of the Lord Church at 1530 Norwalk Drive in Katy is hosting a Job Fair for Professionals on Thursday, July 25, 2013 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The event is free and there will be 50 companies represented for jobs from Receptionist to Vice President in the areas of finance, healthcare, IT and engineering to name a few.

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This event is geared toward degreed, career-minded, professional job candidates. Candidates with no/some college but substantial related work experience would also be well suited for this event. Bring plenty of resumes.

Misc. Events AYUSA SEEKS U.S. FAMILIES IN KATY AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES TO HOST HIGH SCHOOL INT’L EXCHANGE STUDENTS - 2013-2014 SCHOOL YEAR

Ayusa, a non-profit organization that promotes global learning and leadership through cultural exchange and leadership programs for high school students from around the world, is looking for American families in the Houston and surrounding areas interested in sharing their America with international high school students for the 2013-2014 school year. Applications for interested host families are currently being accepted.

Ayusa foreign exchange students come from more than 60 countries, are fully insured, bring their own spending money and are proficient in English.

Whether from Japan or Brazil, India or Sweden, Ukraine or Mexico, France or Lebanon, foreign exchange students are a window into another culture and a great way to travel the world without leaving your home.

“Host families are the heart and soul of Ayusa’s foreign exchange program,” said Heather Wells, Senior Regional Director for Ayusa and the local contact for Houston and all surrounding communities. “Families have been hosting Ayusa exchange students for the last 30+ years and the experience has been transformative for the students, who blossom in the local community through support from the families and schools.”

There is no “typical” American host family and Ayusa welcomes all interested families, with or without children, from both urban and rural communities.

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We will be closed July 4th for Independence Day.

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to receive entries in our branch-only puppet drawing. You can enter in each genre up to five times.

TEENS

Thursday, July 11th at 3 PM: Decoupage For the teens (12-18), read 5 books or 600 minutes and get a free water bottle! Log these titles online for the countywide program. Pick up a passport at the library itself and read the various genres to receive entries in our branch-only prize drawings. You will get one entry into our drawing for every genre read. The prizes include reading packs and movie gift cards.

ADULTS

For the adults (18 and up), read 5 books or 600 minutes and get an entry for the countywide drawing for an e-reader. Pick up a passport at the library itself and read the various genres to receive entries in our branch-only reader’s gift basket drawings. Read five different genres and get an entry for our “grand prize.” The prize includes a Katy Budget Book gift card, Alamo Drafthouse tickets and a Kindle. Also, join us for our family summer reading programs. See below for our many adult only programs. All programs are free and everyone is welcome although the adult only computer classes do require registration!

• FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL - Bring the whole family out to our family film festival this summer. Every Friday at 1:15 PM we will be showing a different mystery film complete with popcorn. This month we will have some an alien set to earth as a baby when his planet is destroyed. Then on July 26th, a criminal mastermind adopts 3 orphan girls. Talk to a librarian to get a complete schedule.

• DIY CRAFTS - The library is pleased to announce a new program series.

On the second Wednesday of every month we will be hosting a fun adult craft time. This month, July 10th at 2 PM we will be learning how to knit.

Come by and learn to beautiful scarves and other knitted wonders. Bring your own size 10 needles and we will provide the yarn.

• FREE INTERNET CLASSES - The library provides free classes in Internet Basics each month. You can learn how to navigate your way around the World Wide Web and use successful search techniques. You must know how to use a mouse and a keyboard. This month’s class will be offered on July 13th at 10 AM. • E-BOOK CLASS - How are you going to enjoy reading your books this summer? Visit the library on Tuesday, July 16th at 7 PM to learn all about the HCPL e-book collection. Try out the latest gadgets in reading and gaming

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technology before you buy them including the Kindle2, SonyReader, Ipod Touch, Ipod, MP3 and more!

• PHOTO WEBSITES & APPS - Ready to display all those vacation photos?

On Tuesday, July 30th at 7-8:30 PM, come to the library for a lesson on various photo websites & apps. Learn how to organize your photos using Flickr. Learn to edit your photos with Piknik. Create a photo album page using Pic Collage. Learn all this and more.

• MICROSOFT WORD CLASS - Are you interested in getting more out of your Microsoft Word program? On Tuesday, July 9th at 7:00-8:30 PM, the library will be hosting a basic class on Microsoft Word. Can’t make it then?

Don’t worry, the class will repeat on Thursday, July 18th at 2:00-3:30 PM. Basic keyboard and mouse skills are required. Seating is extremely limited for these classes. Classes fill up quickly, so don’t delay.

• USED BOOK SALE - The Friends of the Maud Marks Library will hold their book sale on Saturday, August 3rd at 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM. There is a large selection of hardback fiction and nonfiction, as well as children’s books and paperbacks. No items are over $1. Also, join us on Friday, August 2nd from 4:30 to 6:00 PM for our Member-Only book sale preview. Not a member yet? Not a problem, you can join at the door!

CHILDREN

• STORYTIME - Storytime for preschool-aged children is held each Wednesday at 11:15 AM. Stories, fingerplays and songs are featured. This is ideal for children ages 3 to 5, but all children and their caregivers are welcome.

• PAT-A-CAKE CLUB INFANT STORYTIME - This program will meet each Thursday morning at 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM. This is an interactive program for children, ages 0 to 18 months and their caregivers. Each session will last about 20 minutes, featuring nursery rhymes, songs and finger plays.

• TOTALLY TODDLER STORYTIME - Toddlers, ages 18 to 36 months, are invited to participate in our Totally Toddler Storytime, which will be held on Tuesdays, at 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM and Wednesdays, at 10:15 AM. Tickets are required for Toddler Storytime. Tickets are given to the first 30 toddlers the day of the event.

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5597 Gardenia, 281-391-4482 - web www.pct3.hctx.net PRIORITY IS GIVEN TO HARRIS COUNTY RESIDENTS AMERICAN RED CROSS CLASSES - Community Lay Responder: Cost is $27 (Check or money order only & No Refunds). Includes Adult CPR with AED, Infant/Child CPR and Standard First Aid. This class is on July 12, 2013. Registration began June 3, 2013.

CHILDREN’S IMMUNIZATIONS - August 3, 2013, 0-18 years of age. Sign up at Mary Jo Peckham Park.

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CARDIO CLASSES - This classes combines aerobics and muscle conditioning.

Mondays: Cardio Muscle Ball - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM, Tuesdays: Zumba - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (must call Tuesday starting at 7 AM for reservations) Fridays: Cardio Muscle Interval - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Saturdays: Zumba – 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM (must call Friday starting at 7 AM for reservations) CARDIO-MUSCLE CONDITIONING - This class combines aerobics and muscle conditioning. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM. YOGA – Yoga postures exercise every part of the body, stretching and toning the muscles and joints, the spine and the skeletal system. It also reduces physical and mental tension, leaving you feeling calm and refreshed.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM. MEDITATION - An ancient Chinese art of mind-body relaxation and healing.

Its benefits include increased energy, enhanced concentration, stress reduction. Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM. KARATE - The American Society of Karate has classes for ages 6 years and up. For more information call Ian Ekblad-Frank at 832-722-8819

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Is There a Wedding in Your Future?

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Tuesdays, 6:00 PM-7:00 PM -Junior class 6-12 years and Tuesdays, 7:00 PM-8:00 PM- Senior class 13 & up FITNESS MACHINES – This is a time when you can work out on your own on the fitness equipment. You must be 16 year and up & bring a full size towel and wear tennis shoes. Various times available daily. The machines are closed during class times.

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WATER AEROBICS - This one hour class is low-impact, which is easy on the joints. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:05 AM - 10:05 AM & 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:05 - 10:05 AM & 6:00 - 7:00 PM. ARTHRITIS AQUATICS - This class consists of range of motion, muscle strengthening and endurance-building activities. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM. MUST HAVE A RELEASE FORM SIGNED

BY A PHYSICIAN. DEEP WATER AEROBICS - This hour class is a high cardio vascular workout. A flotation device is advised. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM. RECREATIONAL SWIM (call to reserve a spot) - Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM. Thursday, 4:15 PM - 5:45 PM - Saturday & Sunday, 1:30 PM-3:00 PM. LAP SWIM/WATER WALK - Various times daily.

AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS – Ages 6 months – Adults. Call or come in to get schedule for lessons. Cost is $50.

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Volunteer Opportunities VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT MEMORIAL HERMANN KATY HOSPITAL

Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital has volunteer opportunities available.

Whether you are interested in working in the nursery, at our reception desk, in our gift shop or even transporting patients, we have a place for you. For more information, please contact Brenda Kepner, Manager of Volunteer Services at 281-644-7581.

HOUSTON AREA PROJECT LINUS

Houston Area Project Linus, a nonprofit organization that provides new, handmade blankets for children who are seriously ill or traumatized, can use the following items you might be discarding: • Fabri-cotton, cotton blends, flannel and fleece • Yarn • Crochet thread • Narrow ribbon If you have any of these items to donate or for information about Project Linus, please call Karen Hagin, Cinco Ranch resident and Project Linus blanketeer 281-693-7150 or Sally Burns, Houston Area Project Linus Coordinator 281-492-2679. More information about Project Linus can be found at www.projectlinus.org.

TEXAS WILDLIFE REHABILITATION COALITION, INC VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR WILDLIFE ADVOCATES

Enjoy a rewarding volunteer experience with wildlife. Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Coalition, Inc. is a non-profit organization, which serves as an emergency care and rehabilitation facility for orphaned, ill, and injured native Texas wildlife. Volunteers are welcome in the areas of assisting in the daily

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functions of the center, assisting with public education programs, and wildlife rehabilitation. Located at 10801 Hammerly, Suite 200, the facility is open seven days a week to help wildlife in need. TWRC has a mentor program in place to assist volunteers with “hands on” training for those interested in becoming permitted rehabilitators. We invite you to join our organization in saving Texas wildlife – one animal at a time. Call the center at 713468-8972 x158 for more information or email the Volunteer Coordinator at membership@twrc-houston.org. Visit our website at www.twrc-houston.org.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED IN KATY WE BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF SECOND CHANCES

CROSSROADS mentors are regular people, just like you, who prevent or reduce youth involvement with the juvenile justice system by fostering positive mentoring relationships. The goal is crime prevention! Our mentors must be 21 years of age and volunteer a minimum of 1 hour a week. There are many sites, areas and available times of the week for mentors to meet with their assigned child. We desperately need loving and caring mentors for boys and girls that do not have anyone visiting them! Please consider devoting just one hour a week to the future of a needy child, many times you are their only visitors. Contact Jan Sadler Gibbs at jan.gibbs@hcjpd.hctx.net or 713-295-2779.

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The only time our clients say they feel free is when they’re riding a horse in a brisk walk around the arena or driving a carriage through the wooded pastures or feel the nudge of a horse’s muzzle at their shoulder saying, “I’m glad to see you, my friend.”

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Invest your time by volunteering with Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston educating and supporting men and women in making healthy choices for life in sexual integrity, unplanned pregnancy and post-abortion loss. Volunteer opportunities include mentoring, facilitating small groups, administrative assistance, medical services, donation room and development. Discover your calling! For information inquire through the web site vsc@phckaty.org or call 281-578-0078, Volunteer Services Coordinator. The Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston is a non-profit faith based organization.

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that children and adults with disabilities in the Greater Houston Area will have the programs they need to live longer, healthier, more productive lives.

In addition to their weekly work in the arena, many of our volunteers donate their time and talents at fund-raising events such as our annual Ride-A-Thon and the yearly Trailblazers Luncheon. Volunteers are on hand during the NARHA on-site certification and annual SIRE Show-Off and volunteers are vital to our Clients’ successes at the Top Hands Horse Show, during the Houston Rodeo and competition at the regional and state Special Olympics.

Therapeutic horseback riding creates a bond of success between the rider and their horse. Volunteers are their own personal cheering section and the instructor is their mentor and coach. Clients become more empowered and better equipped to fully live their lives, each day.

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To volunteer, please call one of our arenas and ask to speak with a volunteer coordinator. SIRESpring, call 281-353-6160. SIREHockley, call 281-3567588. SIRE Fort Bend at Sienna Stables, call 281-431-1741.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT AUTUMN GROVE COTTAGE

Do you enjoy spending time with seniors? Autumn Grove Cottage is an assisted living facility for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia related illnesses. We are interested in volunteers socializing with our Residents.

We are a small cottage, close to your neighborhood, with just 16 Residents.

If you would like to volunteer in a cozy, home-like atmosphere then call the Volunteer Coordinator at 281-398-6845 or visit our website www. autumngrovecottage.com. Come be a part of our philosophy - “To honor our Residents and those who love and care for them.” Volunteers will need to complete a volunteer application and attend a brief training session.

BECOME A SUNRISE VOLUNTEER

Fond memories and treasured traditions start here! Enrich lives through your generous gift of service as a Sunrise Volunteer. Please call Lisa Hadley, Activity and Volunteer Coordinator, for opportunities and details at 281-2400500, extension 216 or email cinco-ranch.avc@sunriseseniorliving.com.

Sunrise Assisted Living of Cinco Ranch is located at 21939 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, Texas, 77450. For more information, you can also visit our website at www.sunriseseniorliving.com.

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Meet with other local people who will gather and discuss/plan community service projects and try to figure out the best way to make a difference in our community. All volunteers welcome. Contact: Linda Wilson at 281-222-1771 or visit http://volunteerism.meetup.com/230.

HOUSTON CHILDREN’S CHARITY

Join a group of people dedicated to improving the lives of children. If you are searching for a good cause to lend a hand to, you need look no further.

Houston Children’s Charity is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for underprivileged, abused and disabled children who have been otherwise left behind. The scope of our support is limited only by the availability of resources. Our goal, the rainbow that we chase, is to leave no legitimate request for assistance unanswered.

Do you have the time and desire to volunteer to help a great cause? We are always in need of volunteers to help throughout the year. This is a great way for school age kids to get in community service hours. Do you have gently used children’s clothing, shoes and jackets? At Houston Children’s Charity we are setting up the “HCC Closet.” All of the items donated will be given to children – not sold at a retail store. Please contact our office at 713-524-2878 or visit our website www.houstonchildrenscharity.org for more information on our organization.

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STANDUP FOR KIDS

How would you feel if you saved a kid’s life? StandUp For Kids is an all volunteer organization dedicated to saving the lives of at-risk and homeless kids through volunteer outreach efforts. Our volunteers search the streets in

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order to find, stabilize and otherwise help homeless and street kids improve their lives. Every day throughout the US thirteen kids die on the streets from abuse, disease and suicide. According to recent statistics Houston has up to 2,500 kids living on the streets at any given time. Texas has the highest rate of homeless youth in the U.S. StandUp For Kids needs supplies for our Houston program, which provides food, clothing, counseling and a safe environment for the homeless youth of Houston. If you or your organization would like to hold a food or clothing drive for StandUp For Kids, please contact me at HeatherE@standupforkids.org to learn more about StandUp For Kids or how you can help, visit our website at www.standupforkids.org. The single greatest need, for homeless and street kids is our continuous caring and real support. We must convince them that we care, we want them back and we want to help them get off the streets.

ADOPT A US SOLDIER

Adopt A US Soldier is a non-profit organization that seeks volunteers and donors to help show the brave men and women fighting for our freedom that their sacrifices will not go unnoticed. It connects supportive civilians with deployed soldiers and offers a channel by which to communicate encouragement and express gratitude to those serving in the United States Armed Forces. Adopt A US Soldier is sustained by its volunteer workforce located across the United States.

After a supporter asked a soldier what they needed, his response was as follows: “No requests, just don’t want to be forgotten.” -LCPL O.J.T. III When registering for Adopt A US Soldier your involvement can range from writing letters and sending postcards, to mailing care packages full of items a soldier may need or want. Handwritten letters are most important and meaningful to soldiers. Adopt A US Soldier encourages civilians to adopt a soldier to show your support for those that are making sacrifices for our country. If interested, please go to www.adoptaussoldier.org to register.

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SPANISH MEADOWS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

In just 1 hour you could touch the hearts of at least 4 seniors. Do you have a little free time? Do you enjoy the company of seniors? We would love to have you volunteer your time and services to our wonderful residents. Spanish Meadows Nursing and Rehab opened its doors in the fall of 2005 bringing quality care in a luxury environment to Katy and surrounding communities.

We are located at 1480 Katy Flewellen Road, Katy, TX 77494. To get further information on volunteering, please contact Robbin at 281-394-0088 or spanishmeadowsactivities@gmail.com. Please visit our website at www. spanish-meadows.com.

AN ART VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY AT HOUSTON APHASIA RECOVERY CENTER

Stephanie Schmadeke, Director of the Houston Aphasia Recovery Center (HARC), a not for profit facility which helps people recover from brain injury, is looking for volunteers to teach painting or drawing lessons to their clients.

Their location is 6260 Westpark (in the West Loop/SW Freeway area). This would be perfect for someone who has time and a calling to help people or for students who are looking for community service and teaching experience.

Even if you are new to art, you would have something to offer. Just give them what you know. That will be more than enough. (Paint mixing, pallets, brush choices, hand positions, perspective, shading, blending, etc.) All would be a great help to someone recovering from Aphasia.

The times/days/number of students are all flexible. For more information, contact Stephanie Schmadeke, 713-628-9973 or to learn more about Aphasia, visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aphasia.

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Katy Christian Ministries Resale Stores has an URGENT need for volunteers to help with receiving/sorting donations and various other activities. Schedule flexible Monday-Saturday. Please call Michelle Johns at 281-391-5261 or email michelle.johns@ktcm.org or visit www.ktcm.org for more info.

HEALTHBRIDGE VOLUNTEERING

HealthBridge Children’s Hospital, www.healthbridgehouston.com, located in the Westchase District of Houston is looking for volunteers. Our 40 bed pediatric facility helps children ages 0-21 years of age as they transition from hospital to home. Volunteers can assist our team with direct patient interactions (play, baby holding, reading, mentoring) and indirect patient care (greeters, phone reception and administrative tasks). Volunteer hours vary, please contact Ellyn Poole at epoole@nhsltd.com for more information.

COMMUNITY OF LIFE V OLUNTEERS IN PARTNERSHIP AT KISSITO CANE ISLAND

Imagine if you had no one to share or even worse, you were limited in your ability to participate in the activities you love? Now, imagine how you would feel if someone volunteered to spend time with you and shared your enthusiasm? At Kissito Healthcare, we realize that when you make a difference in someone else’s life, you make a difference in your own. We recognize that our volunteers not only make a difference in the lives’ of our patients, they are the backbone of our Community of Life activities program.

We invite you to be a part of the Volunteers in Partnership program at Kissito’s Cane Island facility in Katy, Texas. All of our programs and services serve a common goal: a better quality of life for the patient and ultimately isn’t that the goal we all have for ourselves? Kissito Cane Island is a post acute and long-term care facility. Here are just a few ways you can volunteer: • Like to read? Read to someone who has lost the gift of sight.

• Like to play games? Our residents are always looking for participants.

• Have a green thumb? Help us with our table top garden.

• Got talent? Come entertain our residents and share your talent.

• Do you love a party? Help with monthly events is always needed.

• Got a friendly pooch? Ask how pet visits can boost a patients’ day.

• Are you crafty? Help out with our arts and craft activities.

• History Buff? Hear stories from those who were there.

If you would like to volunteer your time and/or make a donation, please contact Vicky Ashbrook for more information. Kissito Cane Island is located at 21727 Provincial Blvd. Katy, Texas 77450. The facility phone is 281-717-1302.

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STAY ACTIVE. STAY ENGAGED. A new place for seniors to learn, located at 16600 Pine Forest Lane, near Texas 6 and Clay Road. Free classes available to Harris County residents 55 and older on subjects ranging from basic computer skills to digital photography to astronomy, photo editing and memory enhancement. We need you in our classrooms! Get free volunteer training. Teach your own computer class. Contact us now at 713-274-3250 or email us: glaziersec@hctx.net. Operated by Harris County Precinct Three Commissioner Steve Radack.

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Calling on all the quilters in the area to help make pillowcases and small blankets. This last year we donated over 200 pillowcases and small blankets to various charities. The demand is even higher with all of the families that have lost their homes because of the fires in and around our area. We need you and we have fabric that has been donated but we need your hands and time to make someone smile. If you would like to help, call the Katy Quilters, Shari Medford at 281-635-3000.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT TREASURED ONES FOUNDATION

Treasured Ones Foundation, a day habilitation program for young adults with special needs, located on 913 S. Mason Rd. in Katy, is seeking volunteer help to assist clients with arts and crafts, music, physical activity, computers and much more. For more information, please contact the volunteer coordinator, Janie at 832-766-0505 or 281-829-0284.

THE SOLANA @ CINCO RANCH LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS

The Solana is in need of Katy Texas great Volunteers. We need Volunteers to spend time with residents, deliver mail, go on outings, help with activity programs, shop with them and for them. We have great opportunities for volunteers to meet new people, make friends and touch lives. If you would like to volunteer your time, please Contact Vicky Ashbrook 281-395-9600 or email at vashbrook@thesolana.com . The Solana is located at 24001 Cinco Village Center Boulevard, Katy, Texas 77494.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: VANTAGE HOSPICE

Do you enjoy helping others? Vantage Hospice is seeking volunteers who enjoy visiting with others. There are many opportunities for volunteers such as clerical help, helping with social activities in nursing facilities, sewing or minor handy work projects for our patients. Vantage Hospice will train all volunteers; please contact - Dawn Slezak, dslezak@vantagehospice.com or 281-878-9553.

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Apple and BBQ Sauce Baby Back Ribs 4 cups barbeque sauce 4 cups applesauce 4 pounds baby back pork ribs salt and black pepper to taste cayenne pepper to taste garlic powder to taste

Mix the barbeque sauce and applesauce in bowl. Place ribs on a large sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil and rub on all sides with the salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder. Pour sauce over ribs to coat. Seal ribs in the foil. Marinate in the refrigerator 8 hours or overnight.

Preheat grill for high heat. Place ribs in foil on the grill grate and cook 1 hour. Remove ribs from foil and place directly on the grill grate.

Continue cooking 30 minutes, basting frequently with the sauce, until ribs are done. Source: http://allrecipes.com/ Submitted by: John Mitschke

Lemon Roasted Potatoes 1/4 cup canola oil 1/2 cup butter, melted 2 tablespoons lemon juice 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon dried dill weed 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 5 large potatoes, peeled and cubed

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). In a large bowl, stir together the canola oil, melted butter, lemon juice, garlic, dill, salt and pepper. Add potatoes and toss to coat. Spread the potatoes out on a baking sheet and drizzle any remaining liquid from the bowl over them.

Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are brown and crispy, about 45 minutes. Source: http://allrecipes.com/ Submitted by: Laura

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Support & Help Groups • KATY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES - Help to Survivors of Sexual Assault. The 24-hour Crisis Hotline number is 281-693- RAPE (7273). NON-EMERGENCY 281-391-5262.

• THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS (TCF) - meetings are held in the John Burns building of Kingsland Baptist Church, 20555 Kingsland Blvd in Katy, across from the Taylor High tennis courts. For more info. please visit our website, www.compassionatefriends-katy.org or contact Melinda Ginter, 281-492-1262.

• THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS HOUSTON WEST CHAPTER - meets every second Monday at 7 PM at Tallowood Baptist Church at 555 Tallowood, Room ET102. Info. at www. compassionatefriends.org and the Houston West Chapter at www.tcf.tcu.edu/index.html or by calling Greg Williams 281-345-9707.

• CANCER COUNSELING (FREE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP IN KATY) - meets Thursdays from 7-8 PM at Christus St. Catherine Hospital. For registration and info., contact Cancer Counseling, 713-520-9873 or www.cancerhouston.com. Spanish-speaking available.

• FREE MENTAL DISORDERS FAMILY SUPPORT GROUPS - Meets at a number of locations.

Complete listing on www.namimetrohouston.org or call 713-970-4419.

• NAMI FAMILY TO FAMILY - free mental disorders family education course. For info., please call Vi 281-893-2493 or Debbie 713-849-5637.

• DEPRESSION BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE - For info., call the DBSA office at 713-6001131 or check out our website at www.dbsahouston.org.

• THE KATY OCD/ANXIETY GROUP FOR PARENTS - meets on the last Saturday of each month at 9:00 AM at La Madeline restaurant in Katy. For more information check out our website: http://shyness.meetup.com/353/.

• KATY/WEST HOUSTON/SUGAR LAND TOURETTE SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP - meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month @ 7 PM at Christus St. Catherine Annex Hospital, 2nd floor, Classroom B, 701 Fry Road. For further info., please contact the support group leaders, Daryl and Barbara Brister 281-395-5392 or email darbar4@comcast.net.

• PALMER DRUG ABUSE PROGRAM (PDAP) - For Ages 12 to 17, call 281-870-9311 or for ages 17 to 25, call 713-647-8858.

• HARRIS COUNTY WIC PROGRAM - For additional info. about WIC, call 713-439-6145 or www. houstontx.gov/health/WIC. For a recorded message listing all Harris County WIC sites, you may call 713-439-6130.

• ECI PROJECT TYKE - If you know a child under the age of 3 who needs assistance in at least one area of development or who has a medical diagnosis or condition impacting his or her development, please call ECI Project TYKE 281-237-6647 or make a referral on our website www. katyisd.org.

• DIFFERENT STROKES - a support group for stroke survivors meets every Tuesday at 10:00 AM in the Senior Center, located at 13150 Memorial Dr., for fellowship, learning, sharing, exercising and loving. Call for further info.: Kay Callahan 713-461-5604 or Roberta Owens 281-463-3490.

• THE ARC OF KATY - Board meeting is the 2nd Tuesday of each month @ 7 PM. We meet at City Police Station located at 5456 Franz Rd. The ARC of Katy members are always welcome.

Please visit www.thearcofkaty.org or call 832-754-9802 or 832-888-9265 for additional info.

• FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY ANONYMOUS (FA) - meets at West Houston Community Center, 725 Bateswood. For times, please see our website at www.foodaddicts.org or call 281392-8914.

• WEST HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER - offers free monthly Weight Loss Surgery Support Groups and free monthly Weight Loss Surgery Informational/Educational Classes. To inquire or register, please call 281-588-8657.

• DRUG AND ALCOHOLISM FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP - Every Wednesday night from 7 – 8 PM. For more info., call 713-632-5237.

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• HOME ENCOURAGEMENT - a 501(c)(3) non-profit that nurtures healthy marriages and strong families. For info., contact Kellie Hurst of Home Encouragement at 281-347-LIFE or visit our website at www. homeencouragement.org.

• KATY ESSENTIAL TREMOR SUPPORT GROUP - meets bi-monthly on the second Thursday of each month, at the Heritage Grand Clubhouse, 25125 North Heritage Grand Circle, in Katy at 4:00 PM. For info., contact Betty Ann Schwarz at 281-347-2194 or email schwarzrb@comcast.net.

• KATY ADHD PARENT GROUP - meets on the 2nd Sunday of every month, in room S201, at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd. from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. For more info., contact Laura Peddicord at 281-3926064 or laurapeddicord@comcast.net.

• GRACE FELLOWSHIP UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - located at 2655 S. Mason Rd., Katy, 77450, offers groups for those who are hurting and healing from trials and difficulties of life. Please call the Grace Fellowship Care Ministry at 281-646-1903 for further details or see our website, www. whatisgrace.org/care.html.

• ST. PETER’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH SUPPORT GROUPS – We offer many different types of groups. For more info., call 281-492-8031.

Located at 20775 Kingsland Blvd.

• THE FELLOWSHIP AT CINCO RANCH offers several support and growth recovery groups through its Merimnao ministry, open to everybody in the community. Call the church at 281-395-3950 or go to www.thefellowship.org/ ministry/merimnao for more information.

• CHRIST CLINIC - No Insurance? Need medical treatment? Let us help.

Christ Clinic located at 5504 First St., Katy, Texas 77493 (Next-Door to Katy Christian Ministries), 281-391-0190.

• HOLY COVENANT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH WEEKLY SUPPORT GROUPS - Grief and Divorce care support groups. For more info., www. holycov.org or call the church 281-579-1200.

• CROSSPOINT COMMUNITY CHURCH - Celebrate Recovery meets every Wednesday from 6:30 – 8:30 PM. This is a free ongoing meeting, open to the public. For more info., go to www.crosspt.org/classes or call 281-3986464.

Classified Ads FOR SALE

Blue Razor Scooter with seat, in great condition, pick up and cash only, $150 OBO. Contact Meredyth, 832-593-9494.

Full-face motorcycle helmet. Shoei model RF-1000. Men’s size medium, color gray, great condition, $125 OBO. Call 281-213-3999.

Fitness Bargains Gym, never used, similar to Total Gym, paid $600, take $300 OBO. Manuals and instruction books included. 281-395-4316.

Accutech Home Stereo, model AMC-4914, tabletop, with cassette player, CD player, AM/FM Radio, phonograph turntable, like new. Paid $199, take $99 OBO. 281-395-4316.

Gym-quality, like new, Life Fitness elliptical with heart monitor. Paid, $4,000 will take $2,000. 281-734-6639.

Sig Sauer 9MM, SP 2022 Nitron, $400. Call 281-578-1070.

Two beautiful prom dresses, La Femme and Sherri Hill. Worn once, slight alterations to both. Call for more details if interested, 281-831-4901.

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Two sets custom side, light sheers; one set white, one set ecru. 70” x 54”, $35 per set. 281-599-9631.

HP color laser jet CP1518NI, $500; Xerox B/W 3220 with 2 new, high capacity cartridges, $750. Printed 3,000 copies from each. Call 281-856-7171.

Sofa good to very good condition, $250 OBO. jordon98@hotmail.com.

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Wanted: Rolex watches for collector. 281-414-3597.

HELP WANTED - CARE

Caregiver(s). All shifts. Assist residents with their daily activities and personal care. Excellent communication and nurturing heart required. Resumes to anewkirk@tuscanylivingvillas.com or 281-395-3496, Ref: CGALLKT.

HELP WANTED

Part time delivery drivers needed. Call Lori at 281-859-1172.

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.

Paralegal - Travers & Travers, Katy, TX is looking for a paralegal with experience in family law. The ideal candidate should be experienced in WordPerfect, Abacus, ProDoc, Word, Excel and possess excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask. Please send resume along with salary requirement to firm@katylawyer.com.

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.

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Lifetime Learners Child Development Center and Pre-School is now hiring for our Katy location; teachers and child care providers. Contact Mrs. Dana, 281-394-5437.

Plumbers or Apprentices for repair and a Receptionist needed. Bilingual preferred. Please call 281-256-2239.

Sales persons wanted to sell Replacement Windows and Window coverings.

Ownership opportunity available. Call Replacement Windows of Katy at 281392-5353.

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.

Looking for a highly motivated and outgoing person to be the front desk for a new dental office in Katy area. Candidate should be knowledgeable about dental insurance and have great communication skills. It is a paperless office so computer skills is a must. Experience is necessary, minimum 2 years.

Need to know how to schedule, run daily/monthly/yearly reports, submit insurance claims electronically and manually, work on accounts receivable, manage patient charts, discuss and present treatment plans, verify insurance, pretreatment estimates and so on, handle patient upsets, deal with software support, etc. Please forward resume to assistdds@hotmail.com.

Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff. Must have experience working in a licensed child care facility, be flexible and dependable and have a passion for early childhood education. Call 281-4019828 or send resume to info@discovery-schoolhouse.com.

Housekeepers needed. Great hours for mom’s with school age children.

281-861-0394.

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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.

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.

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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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 – MJK, PAS

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,

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TRASH SERVICES Best Trash - GT II Trash Service WCA - Green Trails Village, Sec. 2

CREST MANAGEMENT

HEATHER ESTEBAN, Property Manager 17171 Park Row, Suite 310, Houston, Texas 77084 Tel: 281-579-0761, ext. 630 • Fax: 281-579-7062 heather.esteban@crest-management.com www.crest-management.com

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UTILITIES Harris Co. MUD #345 Harris County MUD #345 (Taxes) Center Point Energy (Gas) Longhorn Utility District Electricity - Reliant Energy (billing) Center Point Power www.centerpointenergy.com/outage Cable TV - Comcast Communications AT&T

Note: Please contact Crest Management if you: • Notice a sprinkler system or gate problem.

• Require new or replacement pool or tennis cards.

• Have an HOA related complaint, problem, etc.

GREEN TRAILS, PHASE II BOARD OF DIRECTORS Heather Esteban

Property Manager

President Vice President Vice President Treasurer Secretary

KISD Administration KISD Transportation Dept.

Bus Schedules Nottingham Country Elementary Pattison Elementary Memorial Parkway Junior High McMeans Junior High Taylor High

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SCHOOLS

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Note: Crest Management is the service company for Green Trails Phase II. Please contact Crest first regarding any HOA matter so it can be logged in and addressed. Call a Board member only if Crest is unable to address your problem/issue.

Bernie Birkel Libby Clark Kristie Poldervaart Paul Patterson Steve Sawyer

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