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February 2016 AMERICAN HEART AWARENESS MONTH

Heart disease kills an estimated 630,000 Americans each year. It’s the leading cause of death for both men and women. In the United States, the most common type of heart disease is coronary artery disease (CAD), which can lead to a heart attack. You can greatly reduce your risk for CAD through lifestyle changes and in some cases, medication. Since 1963, February has been celebrated as American Heart Month to urge Americans to join the battle against heart disease. Since 2004, February also has been the signature month for the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women campaign and the message that heart disease is not only a man’s problem.

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY - 24/7, 365

Valentine’s Day is just one day on February 14th. Why not make it Valentine’s Day each and every day by making those you love feel extra special, including yourself. Here’s how: 1. Create & share a vision of your dream life together. Make the fulfillment of your short term and long term needs the criteria for choosing a partner and being in a relationship. 2. Accept your partner just as they are. Your partner is a special person - the only one in the world like them, with their own wonderful traits and unique gifts. They are entitled to their own decisions, hobbies, goals and hopes. 3. Be generous and loving in all your dealings with your partner. Give unconditionally, rather than wanting something back in return. Instead, commit 100% to doing things for your partner and with zero expectation. 4. Always have integrity. Commit to tell your partner the total truth, as honesty is one of the key things people want in a relationship. Knowing they can trust you builds a zone of safety and comfort around them.

5. Resolve your differences as soon as they happen. Conflict actually fuels a genuinely passionate partnership. So accept responsibility for your part of the issue at stake and do not blame your partner. 6. Do not criticize. It is ok to complain but not criticize. Your partner is doing the best they can – support them in becoming an even better person. NEVER put your partner down in front of other people. 7. Create a haven for your partner. Make them feel so safe and secure with you that they drop all their defensiveness. Be considerate of your partner’s feelings and treat them with the utmost care and kindness. 8. Let go of the past. All relationships have their difficulties. Remember only the lessons learnt and forget the details. Weather the stormy moments and savor the memory of sunny days. 9. Have a fun date with your partner regularly and often. Give the relationship the same commitment you made when you first met - simply put each other first! - Courtesy: lifehack.org

CHINESE NEW YEAR FEBRUARY 8TH!

An estimated 1.4 billion people around the world will be celebrating the New Year on February 8, 2016. Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year, starts on the night of the second new moon of the winter solstice and ends 15 days later on the night of the full moon. During Chinese New Year, families gather to enjoy delicious foods and to wish each other good luck in the year ahead. Children are often given red envelopes filled with coins, though the money inside is not as important as the color and symbol found on the envelopes, which signifies happiness and good blessings. Each year, the New Year celebration is associated with an astrological animal. 2016 is the year of the Red Monkey, also known as the Fire

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Impress your guests by hosting the best super bowl party this year on February 7th. Here are some FOOD tips that may TRIM the waistline on this traditionally food fest football fun-day: 1. Create a Food Free space: Keeping snacks in another room will help everyone save calories. Plus not having the bowl of chips in front of the TV will curb mindless eating. 2. Low-cal foods first: Instead of bringing out the chicken wings right away, offer lower-calorie foods during the first half of the game, such as a spread of fresh veggies and a lightened-up dip. 3. Give classic recipes a healthy twist: Use nonfat Greek yogurt in place of sour cream for dips. Cook Buffalo-marinated chicken tenders instead of chicken wings: you’ll still get that finger-licking yumminess while slashing your intake of saturated fat and sodium. And skip the local pizza delivery; instead, set up stations for everyone to make his/her own healthier and tastier pizza at home. 4. Downsize your dishes. Downsize serving bowls from large to medium. Serve up the tortilla chips in a medium bowl rather than a large one. Same goes for the guacamole: serve that in a small bowl. 5. Be drink aware: choose taller skinny glasses instead of short wide ones. Bigger tip: serve only what your kiddo can enjoy! Courtesy: eatinwell.com

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TREES AND SHRUBS • Finish all transplanting, get everything in the ground for a good spring spurt of growth. Transplant balled and burlap, container-grown, bare-root deciduous evergreen trees, shrubs, roses and vines while still dormant. • Finish pruning roses. Weed and cultivate lightly all beds. Replenish mulch as needed. • Control early spring insects like thrips on glads and aphids on young tender growth. Spray with Malathion, Diazinon or Orthene. • At the end of February: peach, apple and pear fruit must be thinned to insure quality production at harvest. • Give groundcovers a haircut. They will spread faster. • Divide daylilies, daisies and other perennials now.

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If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www.krenekprinting. com, click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with your name, birthdate (mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate and the name of your newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on your form. Please make sure your email is correct, we send emails in the summer to make sure all the info is still good and that you want to stay on the list. If we do not hear back from you after 3 tries, we will remove you from the list until we do. Must have parent(s) permission.

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By Cheryl Conley, TWRC Wildlife Center Against Benjamin Franklin’s wishes, the Bald Eagle became our national symbol in 1782 and by 1970, they were nearly extinct. There are several reasons for this. It was legal to hunt eagles for sport and the long-held belief that eagles picked up lambs and children with their talons was another reason to kill the birds. Since the diet of the eagle is mostly fish, eagles were killed to protect fishing grounds. The use of pesticides proved disastrous to the survival of the eagles. The chemicals collected in the fish that were eaten by the birds. These chemicals severely limited their ability to reproduce and when they did produce, the eggshells were very thin and weak. The chemical DDT was restricted in 1972. When restrictions were put in place and DDT was banned, the eagle population began to rebound. It was removed from the US government’s list of endangered species in 1995 and went from being classified as endangered to threatened. In 2007, it was de-listed and has been assigned a risk level of “Least Concern.” Bald eagles mate for life but recent research suggests there may be an occasional “divorce” and if a mate dies, an eagle will “remarry.” They work together to construct the largest nest of any North American bird, which they return to every year. The work to build the nest is what actually “cements” their bond. Typically the nests are 5 to 6 feet in diameter and 2 to 4 feet wide and since they tend to use the same nest every year, the nest can continue to get a little bigger every year. They prefer to nest in old growth at least 65 feet high, near open water and away from human habitation but have been seen in populated areas. Because the Bald Eagle is our national symbol, it has been given protection by the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. The Act prohibits anyone, without a permit issued by the Secretary of the Interior, from “taking” bald eagles. Taking is described to include their parts, nests or eggs, molesting or disturbing the birds. The Act provides criminal penalties for persons who “take, possess, sell, purchase, barter, offer to sell, purchase or barter, transport, export or import, at any time or any manner, any bald eagle... [or any golden eagle], alive or dead or any part, nest or egg thereof.” In the winter of 1999, a pair of Bald Eagles decided to make The Woodlands their home. Normally staying away from populated areas, these eagles didn’t seem to mind the noise and traffic in the area. The eagles have returned every year and have fledged 22 eaglets. The Woodlands Development Company in cooperation with the US Fish and Wildlife Service developed a habitat conservation plan protecting their nesting area from development. FAST FACTS • The only difference in appearance between the male and the female is that she is bigger. Eagles have an average wingspan of 6 to 8 feet. • Bald Eagles can live up to 35 years of age. Of course there are older Bald Eagles on record. • During courtship eagles will soar into the air, chase each other, fly upside down, lock talons and take death-defying spirals back to the ground. This is done with both potential mates and competitors. Timing is everything! Poor timing can result in death for both birds. • They lay 1 to 3 eggs and incubation takes about 35 days. The eggs hatch a few days apart in the order they were laid. It can take 12-48 hours for them to hatch. • It’s not uncommon for the first-born to kill the smaller one. Parents do not intervene. • 40% of young eagles don’t survive their first flight. • They reach full adult size at 2 months. Eaglets fledge at about 3 months but it takes 4 to 5 years to become an adult. This is when they get their distinctive white plumage. • The site of their first flight is where they will return to nest and raise their young. • Once fledged, the young ones will remain around the nest for up to 9 weeks learning to fly and hunt. The parents will continue to feed them. • Bald Eagles have 7,000 feathers.

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For those of you interested in observing live Bald Eagles in the nest, go to eagles.org. This is a great way to let your children watch as these parents tend to the eaglets. TWRC Wildlife Center is a 35-year-old 501(C)(3) organization that rehabilitates injured orphaned and displaced wildlife. Admissions average 6,000 animals/year. If you have wildlife questions or would like to explore how you can help, go to www.twrcwildlifecenter.org or call 713-468-8972.

Slow Cooker Taco Soup

You could make this on National Homemade Soup Day February 4th! INGREDIENTS: 1 pound ground beef 1 onion, chopped 1 (16 ounce) can chili beans, with liquid 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans with liquid 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, with liquid 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce 2 cups water 2 (14.5 ounce) cans peeled and diced tomatoes 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix A FEW OPTIONAL TOPPINGS: Corn Chips Tortillas Shredded Cheese Sour Cream DIRECTIONS: In a medium skillet, cook the ground beef until browned over medium heat. Drain, and set aside. Place the ground beef, onion, chili beans, kidney beans, corn, tomato sauce, water, diced tomatoes, green chile peppers and taco seasoning mix in a slow cooker. Mix to blend and cook on low setting for 8 hours. Source: allrecipes.com, Submitted by: Janeen

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You could make this on National Baked Alaska Day February 1st! INGREDIENTS: 2 quarts vanilla ice cream, softened 1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 8 egg whites 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup white sugar DIRECTIONS: Line the bottom and sides of an 8-inch round mixing bowl or deep 8-inch square container with foil. Spread ice cream in container, packing firmly. Cover and freeze 8 hours or until firm. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch pan. Prepare cake mix with egg and almond extract. Pour into prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven according to package instructions, until center of cake springs back when lightly touched. Beat egg whites with cream of tartar, salt and sugar until stiff peaks form. Line a baking sheet with parchment or heavy brown paper. Place cake in center. Turn molded ice cream out onto cake. Quickly and prettily spread meringue over cake and ice cream, all the way to paper to seal. Return to freezer 2 hours. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Bake the Alaska on the lowest shelf, 8 to 10 minutes or until meringue is lightly browned. Serve at once. Source: allrecipes.com, Submitted by: Shirleyo

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CORNERSTONE UMC PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION ANNOUNCEMENT

Cornerstone United Methodist Church Preschool has been serving the Copperfield area since 1985. Cornerstone is a State Licensed facility operating five half days a week. We offer programs for children 18 months through five-year-old preschoolers. All children are welcome regardless of race, sex, religion or nationality. CUMC Preschool will be offering tours every Wednesday at 10 AM through February 10th. Join the Preschool directors in the sanctuary where they will answer questions and discuss our program (curriculum, activities, special events, schedules, etc.) with interested families in the community. Families that attend one of our tours can register before our open family registration. Come and find out how! Open family registration for those not attending a tour will be held on Thursday, February 11th at 11 AM in room 106. We are located at 18081 West Road behind CVS at Barker Cypress and West Road. For further information, please call 281-859-1612.

COPPERFIELD CHURCH WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL

Copperﬁeld Church’s Weekday Preschool program will begin registering for the 2016-2017 school year in February. Registration will open to the general public on Wednesday, February 10th. Children ages 12 months through 5 years of age will learn of God’s love through Bible stories, prayer, Bible activities, arts, crafts, music and playtime. The 4 and 4/5 year old classes use the ABEKA curriculum and other sources. You may call us at 281-853-9658 for more information. The church is located at 8350 Highway 6 North.

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St. Cuthbert Episcopal School’s 2016-2017 registration will start on February 2nd at 8 AM and will continue each day during school hours until all of our spots are full. We offer 2, 3 or 5 day classes for students, ages 18 months - 5 year olds. St. Cuthbert School is now offering a Bridge to Kindergarten class for the 2016-2017 school year. Our bridge program is designed for children who are not quite ready for kindergarten. We recognize the need to engage children with summer or fall birthdays who are ﬁve years old, entering Kindergarten or First grade the following school year, however still need a bit more time before entering a rigorous learning environment. The development of the essential building blocks allows children to succeed at learning with greater ease and conﬁdence; by helping them bridge the academic and social gaps necessary to be positive and productive classroom leaders. Our school hours are Monday-Thursday 9 AM-2 PM and Friday 9 AM-12 noon. The program provides a loving, Christian environment offering the children weekly chapel, as well as music/movement, library and computer classes. Our curriculum includes Handwriting Without Tears, reading and math. The program is open to all children, regardless of race, nationality or faith. St. Cuthbert School is NAEYC accredited. For questions or more information, contact Lynda or Dana at 281-463-1912 or visit our web site st.cuthbert.org. St. Cuthbert is located at 17020 West Road at Queenston.

BEAR CREEK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH SCHOOL REGISTRATION FOR 2016-2017

Public registration for BCUMCS will be Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at 9:15 AM at the school campus. Bear Creek United Methodist Church School serves children from Infant/Toddler through Kindergarten. Options for a two day, three day or four day class are offered at most age levels. Kindergarten is ﬁve days. Our Kindergarten class offers a special year of magic with small student/teacher ratios, individualized instruction and many special events and units of study. In addition, we offer a Transition or Bridge class for children who need an additional year to grow before entering Kindergarten. Bear Creek United Methodist Church School has been a leading preschool in this community for more than 30 years. We offer a developmentally appropriate program for children in a Christian environment. Public registration for the

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CYPRESS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL NEWS

TEXAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE

Texas Christian School has been educating students for over 25 years. We serve the Cypress, Katy, Houston and surrounding areas. We want to invite you to our Annual Open House February 11th at 6 PM to come and observe our astounding student’s accomplishments, meet the ﬁnest staff in all of Texas and tour our two beautiful campuses. TCS educates student’s ages 4 months - 12th grade using challenging curriculum, instilling character development and raising spiritual leaders. We look forward to meeting you and your family real soon! Located at 17810 Kieth Harrow, Houston, TX 77084. Phone 281-550-6060, website www.TexasChristianSchool.org.

CHRIST THE REDEEMER CATHOLIC SCHOOL OPENS ITS DOORS TO COMMUNITY ON FEBRUARY 4TH

To celebrate National Catholic Schools Week, Jan. 31st-Feb. 6th, Christ the Redeemer Catholic School will host an Open House from 10 AM to 1 PM on Thursday, Feb. 4th at the school, 11511 Huffmeister Rd, Houston, TX 77065. For the next school year, 2016-17, the school will welcome students for 7th grade. All interested families and community members are welcome to come by the school for a tour of the building and to see the students at work. For those who have never visited the school, this is a great opportunity to experience ﬁrsthand how CtRCS uses technology in the classroom and integrates

CCS SENIOR PRESENTS ROTARY LOMBARDI AWARD CCS varsity football kicker Landen Nealy was chosen to announce the winner of the 46th Rotary Lombardi Award, given to the nation’s best collegiate offensive/defensive lineman or linebacker. Nealy was selected to present the prestigious award because of his efforts to honor a former CCS football teammate, Vincent Salario, by raising funds for cancer research. CCS head football coach Jacob Spenn said, “We tell our players that being part of a team is being part of something bigger than ourselves.” The CCS football program focuses on building godly men who will impact their culture for Christ. Coach Spenn and the CCS football players in attendance were recognized as Nealy and Vincent’s parents, Gregory and Lei Ann Salario, were brought on stage. The Rotary Lombardi Award was presented to Carl Nassib of Penn State.

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281-373-9236 CCS LADY WARRIORS SERVE FAMILIES IN CRISIS Cypress Christian high school girls basketball players recently took time off from practice to serve families at the Mission of Yahweh, a faith-based shelter for women and children in northwest Houston. The teams donated their time and money to purchase more than $700 worth of toys, clothing and games for the children at the mission. Matthew 25:35-36: “I was hungry and you gave me food. I was alone and you invited me into your house. I was without clothes and you gave me something to wear.”

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The 2016 University Interscholastic League Wrestling State Championships will take place at Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District’s Berry Center. After receiving feedback from stakeholders in the wrestling community, the UIL made the decision to change venues to better accommodate the growing sport. A second conference was added to boys and girls wrestling competition in 2013, doubling the number of qualiﬁers and matches. The 2013 Wrestling State Championships were expanded to three days and two locations. This marks the ﬁrst time the UIL Wrestling State Championships will be held in the Houston area. The Curtis Culwell Center in Garland hosted the UIL

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“Cypress-Fairbanks ISD is extremely proud to partner with the University Interscholastic League to host the State Wrestling Tournament,” CypressFairbanks ISD Director of Athletics Ed Warken said. “We look forward to welcoming the student-athletes, their families and all wrestling fans to the beautiful Berry Center. It will serve as a great venue to highlight the efforts of so many kids and coaches and we are honored to be a part of this event.”

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Howdy! Calling all vendors! The Cypress Springs FFA Spring Craft Show will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2016 between 9 AM - 5 PM & Sunday, April 10, 2016 between 10 AM - 4 PM. All proceeds will beneﬁt the Cypress Springs FFA students in attending state convention, competitions and creating scholarships for graduating seniors. The event is held at the CFISD Exhibit Center at 11206 Telge Road Cypress, Texas 77429, ¼ mile North of Hwy 290. For additional vendor information, please visit www.cypresssprngs. ffanow.org or contact Lisa Rocha by phone at 832-692-6004 or email at cy_ springsffa@yahoo.com.

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9191 Barker Cypress Rd. IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER FOR LATE START CLASSES There’s still time for a new beginning to earn an associate degree or workforce certiﬁcate with Late Start classes available. Register at the Barker Cypress campus located at 9191 Barker Cypress, the LSC-Fairbanks Center location located at 14955 Northwest Freeway or the LSC-Cypress Center located at 19710 Clay Road. Registration is also available online at LoneStar.edu/ registration or call 281-290-3200 or 832-782-5000 or 832-920-5000 for information. For Weekend College information, call 832-482-1070 or go to LoneStar.edu/weekend-college.

LOOK WHAT’S ON THE CENTER FOR THE ARTS SCHEDULE In the Bosque the Faculty Art Exhibition continues through February 18th. For information, go to LoneStar.edu/BosqueGallery. In the Main Stage Theatre, there will be a choral fund-raising concert featuring the Houston Symphonic Band and LSC-CyFair Concert Choir on February 19th to help students perform in Carnegie Hall this summer. For information, go to LoneStar.edu/boxofﬁce. L.I.F.E. LESSONS CONTINUE IN FEBRUARY The Learning, Inspiration, Fellowship and Enrichment (L.I.F.E.) programs are free and held Wednesdays at 10 AM in the Lone Star College-CyFair Branch Library (Room 131.) Programs in February are: “Indian Basil” Feb. 10th, “Birds of Winter” Feb. 17th and “Quilting Workshop” Feb. 24th. Call the library at 281-290-3214 for L.I.F.E. program information.

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Why have your baby at Cy-Fair Hospital?

ypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital recently celebrated the delivery of our 50,000th baby.

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For more than 30 years, thousands of families have trusted Cy-Fair Hospital to care for their tiniest family members. Our experienced team of caring, dedicated medical professionals remain committed to standing by you during your entire journey to motherhood. Cy-Fair Hospital offers a full range of maternity services including: • OB physicians onsite 24/7 • Level III NICU to care for • Private labor and delivery the most critically ill babies suites with in-room • Neonatal specialists onsite sleeping accommodations 24/7 • Advanced ultrasound • Maternal Fetal Medicine Clinic imaging services for high-risk pregnancies

To learn more about our services, or to find a physician, visit cyfairhospital.com/maternity. CHECK OUT COMMUNITY PARTNERS DAY AND T.I.P. FAIRS Lone Star College-CyFair hosts several community mid-day events each month in the College Center. On Community Partners Day, from 11 AM-1 PM, visit with community partners to see what goods and services they have to offer. The next Community Partners Day is Feb. 17th. Watch for Transfer Information Program (T.I.P.) Days when, from 10 AM-1 PM, representatives from four-year universities are on campus to provide transfer information. The next T.I.P. day is March 2nd. Check the events calendar at LoneStar.edu for future dates. PARKING PERMITS AVAILABLE FOR LSC VISITORS, GUESTS AND LIBRARY PATRONS Visitors, guests and library patrons may park without a permit in designated visitor parking areas. However, a daily or yearly permit is now available allowing for extended parking privileges at Lone Star College System campuses. Vehicles must be registered with LSCS to get a valid parking permit, to park in LSCS lots and to avoid receiving a citation. To register, you will need your vehicle’s license plate number, make, model and color. Go to LoneStar.edu/Parking for complete information on parking permits, call 281765-7836 or email parking@lonestar.edu.

Scouts BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA COPPERHEAD DISTRICT

For 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting helps youth develop academic skills, self-confidence, ethics, leadership skills, outdoor skills and citizenship skills that influence their adult lives. The Boy Scouts of America provides youth with programs and activities that allow them to: • Try new things. • Provide service to others. • Build self-confidence. • Reinforce ethical standards. Scouting provides youth with a sense that they are important as individuals while promoting activities that lead to personal responsibility and high selfesteem. As a result, when hard decisions have to be made, peer pressure can be resisted and the right choices can be made. Scouting provides a rewarding experience for boys ages 5 to 21. Scouting through the local Packs and Troops teach outdoor and life skills which help our youth Be Prepared. Your area is serviced by the BSA Sam Houston Area Counsel - Copperhead District which includes 23 Cub Scout Packs (boys 5 to 10 years old), 13 Troops (boys from 11 to 18 years old) and 10 Venturing units (boys and girls from 14 to 21). Our Units typically meet weekly.

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We are often asked, “What’s the best way of finding out whether or not a doctor of chiropractic can help my problem?” We believe the answer can be found in a complete chiropractic consultation and examination, including x-rays. And to help find out for sure, we will do a complete consultation and examination, including x-rays, if necessary, (procedures that normally cost $187.00 or more) for $25.00. We will make this special program available through February. The only exception to the offer involves personal injury cases (workers’ compensation and auto accidents) in which there is no charge directly to the patient.

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CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH and WELLNESS CENTER Many of our units are supported by the local Elementary Schools including: Birkes, Copeland, Duryea, Fiest, Hemmingway, Holmsley, Horne, Jowell, Lowery, Metcalf, Owens, Postma, Robinson, Sheridan, Tipps, Walker and Wilson. Other Community groups include: Autumn Creek Baptist Church, Beck and Masten Automotive, Cornerstone United Methodist Church, Copperfield Church, Crossbridge Church, Cy-Fair Kiwanis Club, Deerfield Village HOA, LDS Bear Creek and Copperfield Wards, Middlegate Village HOA, Peace Community Church, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church and Thornton Middle School. Please contact Angelita Guerrero, Copperhead District Executive (713-7563389 or email angelita.guerrero@scouting.org) or to go www.copperhead. shac.org to find join a Scouting unit near you.

Scouts that have found success in education and careers thanks to their dedication the Scout Oath and to help people at all times. You can learn more about BSA Troop 573 by attending our Troop Meetings, online at www.troopmasterweb5.com/075636T or on Facebook at facebook. com/BSATroop573.

HOMESCHOOL CUB SCOUT PACK 164

Cub Scouts is a fun way to teach boys about character, respect, responsibility and many other traits. Pack 164 is a Christian, home school Cub Scout Pack that services the Greater West Houston/Katy area. Pack 164 promotes service to God, to country and to others. If you are interested and your son is in 1st through 5th grade, please contact Jack M. Jones at 281-558-5722.

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BOY SCOUT TROOP 573

Boy Scouts of America Troop 573 is chartered through Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church and meets every Wednesday at 7:30 PM in the Church Community Center at 11507 Huffmeister Rd. Guests are always welcome to visit and attend our Troop Meetings. The Boy Scouts of America is one of the nation’s largest and most prominent values-based youth development organizations. The BSA provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship and develops personal ﬁtness. Troop 573 is lead by our Youth Scouts with support from our Adult Volunteers. In addition to the weekly meetings, the Scouts in Troop 573 plan and organize monthly camping trips that focus on a variety of activities including hiking, ﬁshing, swimming, canoeing, horseback riding and more. Troop 573 also provides support for the Cy-Fair Community by participating in Service Projects that are organized and executed by Scouts earning their Eagle Rank. Troop 573’s focus on the Scout has led to a long list of Eagle

BEAR CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH SPORTS

Registration forms are now available in our ofﬁce or you can register online @ www.bearcreekchurch.tv/sports. If you have questions or would like more information you can contact us at 281-859-9900. Ask for Scott Denton (Baseball/Football), David Rutherford (Basketball/Football) or Linda Newhouse. You may also email rec@bcstaff.org, Scott.denton@bcstaff.org or David.rutherford@bcstaff.org. BASEBALL - T-BALL, COACH, MACHINE & KID PITCH We would like to invite children from 4 yrs. (as of Sept. 1, 2015) to 13 years old to join us as we enjoy another season of T-Ball, Coach, Machine and Kid Pitch. We look forward to teaching your children the skills and watching them enhance their abilities. We will offer several evaluations (skills assessment) days so we can check on their skill level and even out the teams. The ﬁrst

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evaluation will be Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Nights, February 22nd, 23rd and 25th, between 5-6:30 PM. The last evaluation will be Saturday, February 27th between 9-11 AM. It only takes a few minutes for us to run them through the drills and then we will contact each player the week before they begin practices. After Monday, February 29th, we cannot guarantee a place on a team. They will practice for one hour a week on a Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday. Practices begin the week of March 21st and the league runs through May 21st. The early cost will be $80 for those registering before February 23rd. After February 23rd, the cost will be $90. FORWARD BASKETBALL - HIGH SCHOOL GUYS Be a part of one of our basketball leagues. Practice/Games will be on Monday, Tuesday or Thursday nights. Evaluations to help set the teams will be February 29th, March 1st, 3rd, 7th, 8th & 10th from 6:30-8:30 PM in our Gym. Practices begin the week of March 21st and the league runs through May 5th. The cost of Forward Basketball is $25. Last year there was such a great response so register early and pay to reserve your spot. Registration will start February 1st. MEN’S OUTWARD FLAG FOOTBALL Come join men 18 yrs and older for our men’s Outward Flag Football league coming this spring. Practice/Games will be on Saturday afternoons around 2 PM. The league will have a tournament at the conclusion of the season. Evaluations for all players will be Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, March 14th, 15th and 17th from 6-7 PM and Saturday, March 19th from 10:30-11:30 AM. These will take place on the ﬁelds behind the church. Cost for the league will be $40 per player covering cost of ofﬁcials and jersey. First games will be April 9th and season concludes on May 21st with tournament. Registration will begin in February.

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FFPS is for girls & boys, ages 4-18. All eight games are on Saturdays and begin April 9th. Teams practice once per week normally in the evening. FFPS provides a very nice full uniform (shirt, shorts, socks) and a very nice trophy to all players. FFPS features equal playing time and play every position each game, balanced teams, no tryouts and only positive coaching allowed. All games are played locally. No travel. FFPS has 22 convenient locations in the Houston area. To ﬁnd a location nearest you or to sign up or for questions go to www.FFPS.org or call 800-828-PLAY (7529).

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Kids’ Track Team season starts February 15th. The Northwest Flyers Track Club is now registering new and returning athletes for the 2016 spring and summer track season. All athletes new to the sport who are not on school track teams must pass a fitness test at their first practice in order to join the team. Practices are held on Mondays and Thursdays at Cypress Creek High School track, 9815 Grant Rd., Houston. The Northwest Flyers Track Club is a youth (ages 6 -18) track club, affiliated with USATF, that provides a full program of sanctioned “track” events such as sprints, hurdles, middle distance, distance and relays and “field” events such as long jump, triple jump, high jump, pole vault, shot put, discus and javelin.

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Cy-Fair Sports Association is having registration for baseball, football, cheerleading and soccer. Please see our website for more information www. cy-fairsports.org.

WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE

Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun while improving golfing skills. For more information, contact Sue Crookson at 281-392-4913 scrookson@houston.rr.com or Yana Dommert at 281-394-2481 yana@ entouch.net.

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Cypress Running Club is based in Coles Crossing, just north of 290 off of Barker Cypress. We welcome runners of all abilities. We offer a Couch-to-5k training plan for those new to running, as well as training plans for half and full marathons. Come meet lots of other Cypress residents and find some new running buddies. Distance runs are on Saturday mornings and start at Sampson Elementary, right off of Coles Crossing Dr. For more information and to sign up, please visit http://cypressrunningclub.com and find us on Facebook.

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ST. CUTHBERT EPISCOPAL CHURCH

St. Cuthbert is located at 17020 West Road, Houston (the northeast corner of West and Queenston). For more information on any of our events, visit us at www.stcuthbert.org. You are invited to St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church’s Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on February 9th from 5:30-7 PM. We will eat pancakes and play bingo! Shrove Tuesday originated during the Middle Ages. Food items like meats, fats, eggs, milk and fish were regarded as restricted during Lent. To keep such food from being wasted, many families would have big feasts on Shrove Tuesday. The English tradition of eating pancakes on Shrove Tuesday came about as a way to use as much milk, fats and eggs as possible before Ash Wednesday began. In France, the consumption of all fats and fatty foods on this day coined the name “Fat Tuesday” or Mardi Gras. Sharing Our Story Lenten Program - All are invited to St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church’s Lenten program, Sharing Our Story. The program will be offered for four Wednesdays in Lent, beginning February 17th through March 9th from 6:30-7:30 PM. We will hear a testimony from a speaker who will share with us their story. We will conclude with Holy Communion and healing prayers. The Youth (sixth-twelfth grade) will take a look at wilderness

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and how it relates to their lives and Children (kindergarten-fifth grade) will explore the events of Holy Week. The nursery will be open. Please join us for this impactful, spiritually-based Lenten program.

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The Family of Faith Lutheran Church, 16710 FM 529 Road, Houston, Texas 77095. For more information, please call the church office at 281-855-2950. You may also visit our website at www.tfof.org. YOUTH PROGRAMS - The Family of Faith Lutheran Church, 16710 FM 529, is sponsoring a monthly movie night where we have some dinner, watch a movie, and then discuss the movie and how it relates to our lives and God. Friends are always welcome. Cost is $3 to help cover dinner. February 5, 2016: Middle School February 19, 2016: High School AFTER SCHOOL CARE CLUB FOF, a Before & After School Program, is a ministry of Church and Preschool providing before/after school care for ages K-6th grade. CFISD bus service to those in the Holmsley Elementary School attendance zone. Hours available are 6:30 AM to bus pick up time and again from bus drop off to 6:30 PM. Upon arrival, After-School Children recite the Lord’s Prayer and ask God’s blessings before their afternoon snack provided by Club FOF. For those who wish to do their homework after school, study time is provided in the homework room. Children also have outdoor play in our spacious playground, as well as indoor activities in our full sized gym. Secured clock in/out system for safety. ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE: Observe the season of Lent this year at The Family of Faith Lutheran Church. The Ash Wednesday service will be held Wednesday evening, February 10, 2016, at 7 PM. This year’s theme is “Sweet” as we consider how the study of the Bible is to be received by the student of Holy Scripture as a joy and a blessing. A light meal at 6 PM will precede the service. All are welcome.

EASTER CELEBRATION: Easter is early this year, Sunday, March 27th. Join us to celebrate the victorious resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Our Easter service is at 10 AM. All are welcome.

Come join us for a Journey to the Cross (A free Sensory Easter Experience) on March 12, 2016 at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church from 11 AM-2 PM. As a traveler, you have the opportunity to walk in Jesus’ footsteps during Holy Week. Smell the aroma of anointing perfume, taste Passover food, feel a crown of thorns and so much more. You will hear about Jesus from Bible witnesses and be a part of the Passion experience. Tours begin every 10 minutes and last approximately 45 minutes. To reserve your time, please call 281-8590800 or register online at www.popcopperfield.org. For more information about our church and our preschool please visit www.popcopperfield.org and www. thegenesisacademy.com. Come Worship The Risen Savior on Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016 At Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. Our Early Easter Morning Worship is at 6:45 AM followed by our Easter Breakfast at 7:30 AM. Easter Celebration Service is at 9 AM followed by an Easter Egg Hunt for all children. We are located at 16650 Longenbaugh Drive, Houston, TX 77095. Additionally, come join us for our Good Friday Service, March 25, 2016 at 7:15 PM.

CORNERSTONE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

18081 West Road, 281-859-4141, cornerstoneumc.org Cornerstone United Methodist Church is located at 18081 West Rd., Houston, 77095. You’ll find us behind CVS and ASI Gymnastics! Questions? Contact Erica Knight at family@cornerstoneumc.org or call the church office at 281-859-4141. Ash Wednesday is the first day of the Season of Lent occurring forty days (excluding Sundays) before Good Friday. On Wednesday evening, February 10th at 7 PM we will be having an Ash Wednesday worship celebration. This service will include the marking of ashes on each worshippers head followed by a quiet time of reflection at the altar. In addition, as we do

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each Ash Wednesday service, there will be something “extra” to illustrate God’s forgiveness of our sins. Special music will be provided by the Chancel Choir. This will be a meaningful service and everyone is invited to attend. Movie Night: Cornerstone United Methodist Church is hosting a night of free family fun! Join us on Saturday, February 20th (Snacks and fellowship 5-5:30 PM, movie starts at 5:30 PM) for a showing of Inside Out. Join Joy and the four other emotions running the Headquarters of 11-year-old Riley’s mind, as she strives to make sure Riley stays happy. Cornerstone United Methodist Church has partnered with Fiest Elementary School to provide assistance to disadvantaged students attending this elementary school located. More than 50% of the students attending the school are classified as “below the poverty level.” In order to assure that these students have the school supplies they need, the “Friends of Fiest” at Cornerstone have established a “Cornerstone Closet for Fiest.” This is an ongoing project whereby a stockpile of supplies is maintained so that when students deplete their initial supply and families cannot afford to replenish their needs, teachers can draw from the stockpile in the “Closet” to provide needed items. Currently the most needed items are composition books, pencils, glue sticks and facial tissue. Contributions can be dropped off in the church office or placed in the “Closet for Fiest” bend in the lobby of the worship center. All contributions are welcomed. Dave Ramsey is a personal money management expert. Ramsey knows firsthand what financial peace means in his own life-living a true rags-to-riches, back-to-rags, back-to-riches story. Financial Peace University is a tool that supports churches by equipping them with a biblically-based accountability class that will train the congregation and community to manage their resources. Now Ramsey has come up with a practical tool to help parents teach their children to develop a healthy and responsible understanding of how money works entitled “Smart Money, Smart Kids.” Cornerstone United Methodist Church will offer this six-week course equipping parents to raise money-smart kids on Thursday nights at 7 PM from February 4th through March 10th. The cost is $70 (includes Smart Money and Smart Kids, workbook, online access to all video content including lessons and resources and “More is caught than taught” vinyl decal) and classes meet for one hour each week at the church.

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Neighbors of the community gather to meet and greet, share in the word and fellowship Wednesdays at 7 PM at the Richard & Meg Weekly Community Center 8440 Greenhouse Rd. Visit www.cypresstxchurch.org or call 713302-7325 for more information.

CHRIST COVENANT CHURCH LADIES BIBLE STUDY

The women’s group will begin a study His Name is Jesus, Life and Power in the Master’s Ministry by Pastor and Author Jack Hayford. His Name Is Jesus focuses on the life of Jesus as seen in Matthew, Mark and Luke. It shows how Jesus fulfilled Old Testament prophecy and how to understand key parables and other teachings of Jesus. Learning the importance of applying His words to our lives, we’ll explore Christ’s earthly ministry as seen in His titles and discover more fully what it means to follow Him as Savior and Lord. Please join us on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 AM, at Christ Covenant Church, 17000 Longenbaugh, Houston, TX, 77095, 281-463-6600.

THE FAMILY OF FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY: Bible study using the book Becoming Myselfby author Stasi Eldredge. This bible study invites women into a journey to fully embrace God’s vision of who they are becoming. 7-9 PM. Second and fourth Thursdays in the library. Led by Pam Villarreal. YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY: Every Thursday at 7 PM, The Bridge / Cypress. BIBLE STUDY: Revelation Each Sunday morning at 8:30 AM and 11 AM, adult students of the Bible investigate a new book of the Bible. Doug Krengel, the Senior Pastor, leads this study. All are invited. THE EARLY BIRD BIBLE STUDY - The community is invited to join in studying the book of Proverbs every Wednesday morning at 6:30 AM at Panera Bread (at 6 and FM 529). ADULT BIBLE STUDY: Every Wednesday at 10 AM in the Library. Materials Provided.

TUESDAY EVENING LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY AT LIVING WORD LUTHERAN CHURCH

The Tuesday Evening Ladies’ Bible Study at Living Word Lutheran Church is informal, but with an emphasis on the Word of God. We invite you to join us. Weekly attendance is not mandatory. Come with your Bible when you are able to and please invite your friends and neighbors for some great study, sharing and fellowship. The group meets from 7 to 8:30 PM on Tuesday evenings in the Micah Room in the Administrative Building. Living Word is located at 3700 S Mason Road in Katy (the corner of Mason Road and Westheimer Parkway). A private Facebook page will be used to communicate information and facilitate discussion. If you would like to be added to the group, please email Selina at selinapon@gmail.com with your preferred email and phone number.

COPPERFIELD CHURCH SENIOR ADULTS

GAME DAY - The first Friday of the month - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM BIBLE STUDY - Wednesday - 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM DAY TRIPS - Monthly - Schedule differs. For more info., www. copperfieldchurch.com or call 281-856-2273. WALKING GROUP (aka Holy Strollers) - 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Come join our group! We are an active, fun-loving bunch. Once you come for a visit and get to know us, you’ll want to be a part of our Senior Adult Group. You do not have to be a member of Copperfield Church to be a part of our Senior Adult Group.

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BEAR CREEK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

ATTENTION: CAREGIVERS OF ELDERLY PERSONS

Did you know that on the second Friday of each month Bear Creek United Methodist Church provides a caring, Christian atmosphere for your loved one? The program, scheduled from 10 AM to 1:30 PM. This gathering provides free time for caregivers and includes crafts, chair exercises, word games, entertainment, lunch and more. Caregivers are also welcome to stay and join the fun. For more information or to register, please call the church ofﬁce at 281-463-2330. Bear Creek United Methodist Church is located at 16000 Rippling Water Drive, near North Hwy. 6 and Kieth Harrow.

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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. Maximum Prizes given away every evening of $2,500. Governed by the state of Texas. They have the most modern computerized BINGO equipment for verifying winnings, along with TV monitors for your viewing pleasure. The snack bar is maintained by the KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS 6950, with a variety of food and snacks with soft drinks. All proﬁts will beneﬁt community outreach and Religious Education programs, to better serve the community. 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. Please call for more details to 281-391-4758. Please come play and win. We can accommodate large groups such as social and family groups.

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Epiphany Bingo has been conducting bingo games on the west side since February 14, 1986. Epiphany conducts their bingo games every Friday night except holidays. THERE IS NO SMOKING ALLOWED DURING ALL BINGO GAMES. They have a jackpot game of $750. Maximum prize giveaways of $2,500, allowed by law, are given away every Bingo Night! They have security, lighted parking, big screen color monitor, computerized bingo equipment, snack bar and large cash prizes. Proﬁts are used for charitable outreach programs, building expansion, and payment towards debt. Epiphany Catholic Church conducts its bingo games at the Church Community Center, 1530 Norwalk Dr. (between Fry and Mason Roads, south of I-10 behind Nottingham Subdivision) off Highland Knolls every Friday night. Early bird games begin at 7:30 PM and regular games at 8:00 PM. For more information, call the bingo hall number 281-578-3905. During Bingo nights, you may also call the Community Center number, 281-578-5078. Come, have some fun, bring your friends and neighbors, win some money and make some new friends.

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The Tri-County Quilt Guild will be hosting their Bi-Annual Judged Quilt Show, “If Quilts Could Talk” at The Berry Center on Friday, March 4th, 10 AM-5 PM and Saturday March 5th, 10 AM-4 PM. Come and view over 200 quilts from crafters in the area. The show will include vendors, “hands on” School House demos of quilting techniques, a Bed Turning presentation of two-color quilts, as well as raffle opportunities including the 60x60 quilt named “Hot Hostas” designed by Judy Niemeyer, using Kaffe Fassett and batik fabrics!

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The TCQG is a 501c3 organization that supports numerous charities and community services in our area. The entrance fee of $10 (under 12 free) helps to support our charity partners. Visit www.tcqgtx.blogspot.com for more information.

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Dr. Mark Henry and Cypress-Fairbanks ISD are excited to present the 3rd annual Superintendent’s Fun Run and Festival at Towne Lake, a Caldwell Community, Superheroes for Kids, on Saturday, February 27, 2016. The event is underwritten by Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital and benefits the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation. Click www.thecfef.org for more details on how you can make a difference in the lives of CFISD students through CFEF! Register Now! The Fun Run & Festival has something for everyone including a live band - Sawdust Road, a variety of vendor booths, delicious food trucks, student performances, a children’s play zone, a 1 mile run, a family walking path and a certified 5k! Sign up a team and come join the fun! For sponsorship and vendor booth opportunities, please contact Leslie Francis at 281-894-3950.

Fundraisers 8TH ANNUAL SALUTE TO OUR HEROES GALA

On February 13, 2016, the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation (CFEF) will hold its 8th Annual Salute to Our Heroes Gala at the Omni Hotel. Joe Myers Ford Lincoln is generously underwriting this gala that honors the brave men and women who have served to protect our freedom and liberty. Salute to Our Heroes has raised more than half a million dollars over the past seven years. Proceeds from this event have funded three endowed scholarships. CFEF was established in 1970 as a non-profit to raise money to fund a scholarship for high school graduates in the area. Over the past 45 years, the Foundation has grown tremendously through the efforts of the Board of Trustees and the generosity of the Cy-Fair Community. The Foundation has awarded more than $6 million in scholarships to 1300 graduating seniors. CFEF is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, all contributions are tax deductible, as allowed by the law. Sponsorships and tickets are available for Salute to Our Heroes. Tickets: $100 individual, $50 veterans. For more information please contact marie@ thecfef.org or visit our website at www.TheCFEF.org.

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Located at 6823 Cypresswood Drive, Spring, Texas 77379. For more info, phone 281-440-4850 or email info@cypresscreekface.org. The 2015-16 Star-Lit! Series An Evening with Branford Marsalis: Saturday, February 6, 2016, 8 PM

HOUSTON FAMILY ARTS CENTER ASKS AUDIENCES,‘WHAT’S WRONG WITH THIS PICTURE?’ IN 2016

“What’s wrong with this picture?” is the playful theme and question attached to each show in Houston Family Arts Center’s (HFAC) 2016 season. Entering its 10th mainstage season, HFAC orchestrated a line-up of all-encompassing shows that highlight the theatre’s award-winning musical expertise, all while enveloping theatre experiences full of odd, zany, mystical and dramatic turmoil audiences love. The ﬁrst half of the season as follows: • Forever Plaid runs January 29-February 21, 2016. • The Foreigner runs March 11-April 3, 2016. • Damn Yankees runs April 22-May 15, 2016. • Amadeus runs June 3-26, 2016.

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YOGA FOR THE BIRDS

A 1-hour yoga class suitable for all levels of experience is being offered at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary. The class is taught by Shamron Johnson, a professional yoga instructor from Suntouch Yoga in Houston. The class will be held outdoors if the weather permits or if not, it will be inside the beautiful log cabin. Bring your own yoga mat, water and sunscreen if needed. Please donate $10 per class by cash or check to the nonproﬁt Houston Audubon Society to beneﬁt bird conservation. Parking available at 440 Wilchester or in the Memorial Drive Methodist Church west parking lot at 12955 Memorial (enter the nature sanctuary through the marked gate and proceed down the path to the log cabin). For more information, go to www.houstonaudubon.org.

WWII AIRCRAFT FLY-IN AND OPEN HOUSE

Saturday and Sunday, April 16th & 17th, 10 AM to 5 PM, those big, old airplanes with the mighty round engines will be ﬂying again as the Commemorative Air Force’s Houston Wing presents its 2016 Open House at Hangar B-5, West Houston Airport. Bring the family and get up close and feel the prop wash and hear the noise as radial engines power these WWII aircraft. See some of the old planes your father, grandfather or grandmother learned to ﬂy for World War II. We expect to have 15 - 20 historic aircraft on display along with several WWII military vehicles. Admission is $10 per car. The West Houston Airport is located at 18000 Groschke Rd., 2 miles north of 1-10 and between Hwy. 6 and Barker Cypress. Warbird rides may be available. Check our website www.houstonwing.org for ride prices.

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9191 Barker-Cypress Road, Cypress, TX 77433 281-290-3210 SPRING HOURS: January 4th-June 5th - Monday through Thursday, 7 AM10 PM, Friday-Saturday, 8 AM-6 PM and Sunday, 1 PM-6 PM.

RICHARD & MEG WEEKLEY COMMUNITY CENTER

8440 Greenhouse Rd., Cypress, TX 77433 Phone: 713-274-3161 • WeekleyCC@hctx.net Harris County Precinct Three Commissioner Steve Radack has opened the much anticipated Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center. Located at 8440 Greenhouse Road, the center is now open to the general public for a variety of programs and activities. The approximately 21,000 square foot building will serve the community as a center for all ages. Classes and programs can be viewed at www.pct3.hctx.net. Whether you are looking for a place to exercise, attend a community event, learn new crafts, play games or just to meet new friends, Weekley Community Center is sure to be a place for all! • LAUGHTER YOGA - every Tuesday, 1-2 PM. Laughter Yoga is the latest health craze sweeping the world where anyone can laugh without reason. It is truly a life changing experience for millions. Please call to register. Current ongoing classes are as follows: • Zumba: Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30-7:30 PM • Bootcamp: Mondays & Wednesdays 9:45 to 10:30 AM • Yoga: Every Friday 8:30-9:30 AM • Tai Chi: Wednesdays 6:30 PM-7:30 PM • Knitting and Crocheting:: Monday 10-11 AM (Note: This will be a social group not an instructional class. Just bring your current project to work on and maybe get some pointers from your new friends.) • Dominoes: Tuesdays 8:30 AM-12 PM Please note that all classes are free to the public unless supplies are needed for a particular class.

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• FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY - The LSC-CyFair Friends Bookstore accepts gently used books year-round, offering them to the public for a set donation amount. The store is open six days a week and staffed by volunteers. Proceeds support library programs. Help support our community library. • CYFAIR LIBRARY BRANCH BLOG PAGE at http://hcpl.net/location/cyfair-college-library, for news and events about the library and college and in the community. • FACEBOOK at LSC-CyFair Branch Library. • WEEKLY EVENTS & PROGRAMS EMAIL REMINDER, the Library eUpdate: subscribe at LoneStar.edu/library/16099. Note: All programs are subject to change. Please contact the library or visit the website for up-to-date information.

ADULT EVENTS & PROGRAMS

BOOK CLUBS 2/4: Back in Time: Historical Fiction Book Club - 1 PM, LRNC 118 - The Aviator’s Wife by Melanie Benjamin. 2/18: Books without Borders - 1 PM, LRNC 131 - The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux. 2/24: I Love a Mystery Book Club - 12 PM, LRNC 131 - Any real person mystery. Suggestions: Bette Davis, Greta Garbo, Alfred Hitchcock, Dorothy Parker. Common Thread: Knitting, Crocheting and Needlework Group Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9-10:30 AM, LRNC 116. COMPUTER WORKSHOPS, LRNC 105 Call for info.

February 2016

eBOOK/eREADER WORKSHOPS eBooks Appointments now available. Make an appointment at LoneStar. edu/library/15938.

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JOB & CAREER WORKSHOPS • Interview Skills - Thursday, February 25th, 3 PM-5 PM, LRNC 131 • Resumes - Thursday, February 11th, 9 AM-11 AM, LRNC 105

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WII BOWLING Please contact the library dates/times. ADULT LIBRARY PROGRAMS See the full schedule of Adult Programs and Activities at LoneStar.edu/ library/cyfair-adults-LoneStar.edu/library/cyfair-adults-services or call 281290-3214/3218.

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Note: All programs are subject to change. Please contact the library or visit the website for up-to-date information.

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BOOK CLUB: FRIDAY CLASSICS FOR HOME SCHOOLED TEENS (Registration required), Teen Room, 1-2 PM 2/19: The Martian by Andy Weir

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BOOK CLUB: SUNDAY CLASSICS FOR EVERYONE (Registration required), Teen Room, 2-3 PM 2/21: The Martian by Andy Weir SCREEN-PLAY 2/22, Teen Room - 5 PM Games, 6:30 PM Movie (call for ﬁlm titles) STUDY SKILLS, 2-3:30 PM 2/19: Memory & Note Taking 3/11: Writing/Speaking & Presenting Yourself 4/11: Preparing for & Taking Exams PSAT/SAT TUTORING Contact the library or visit the webpage for spring schedules and titles.

CHILDREN EVENTS & PROGRAMS

Located in the Chase Bank Building on FM 529

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See the full schedule of Teen’s Programs and Activities at LoneStar.edu/ library/cyfair-children-services.

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SPANISH CONVERSATION CLUB Mondays, 1:30-2:30 PM, LRNC 118 Tuesdays, 12-1 PM, LRNC 118 – Returns 1/19

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• Mondays: BABY TIME (6-24 months) - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM. • Tuesdays: Toddler Time (2-3 1/2 years) - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM. • Wednesdays: Preschool Time (3-6 years) - 10 AM, 11 AM. • Thursdays: Spanish Time/Tiempo de cuentos (2-6 years) - 11 AM FAMILY STORYTIME: 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 6:30 PM (ages 3-6 years) THURSDAY FAMILY FUN Thursday evenings: Crafts/Activity (5 PM) & Family Fun - 6:30 PM SPECIAL ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS Please call or visit the website for book club dates and titles. See the full schedule of Children’s Programs and Activities at LoneStar.edu/ library/cyfair-children-services. All programs are free and open to the public.

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Mink coat, ¾ length, dark mahogany brown, size medium, excellent condition, asking $450; TV stand, black with silver supports, two shelf areas, 31½” W x 21 ½” H x 18” D, $65; Pictures and more. Info at 832-353-9365 or J2Horse@yahoo.com.

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Many yards of fabric, zippers and Singer 4 thread server. Call Nancy at 281723-2972. VitaMaster 88C Dual Action stationary bike, perfect condition, rarely used except as a coat rack, pictures available, $100, cash only. 281-463-4603. Brand new all leather couch and love seat, papaya and taupe, 8 x 10 Persian rug and matching large picture, $1900 OBO. Call 281-392-0325. 2 burial plots, Memorial Oaks Cemetery, I-10 & Eldridge, $12,000 OBO. Value $17,000, will take PayPal. 281-550-2480. Black TV stand 60”, like new, $300. Call 832-277-7292 for more information. White Kenmore electric range, great condition, $150. Call 409-920-8942.

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Brown leather couch, love-seat, ottoman, $1,900. Purchased June 2013, $4,100, Star Furniture. 713-851-5431 for pictures.

Inglis by Whirlpool washer & dryer, $300 for both. 586-604-4440.

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Strasburg children’s ﬂower girl dresses, NWT, discontinued, in white (size 3) and ivory (size 3), new $109.99, selling for $50. They all have loops for a sash. Also have 2 with embellishments, ivory (sizes 4, 6), matching ivory sash included, new $136.99, selling for $75. 281-770-6928 or jaclynchale@ gmail.com.

Solid oak cart, 29” x 20”, medium stain, 3 shelves, excellent condition, $45; Plate glass mirrors, 30” x 36”, $25; 42”x 43”, $35; 42”x 54½”, $40; Computer desk chairs, $10 & $15, 281-463-8655.

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February 2016

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King-size waterbed with heater and semi-motionless mattress. Headboard contains shelves, drawers, mirrors and built in lighting. Base contains 6 storage drawers and 3 under bed storage doors. Beauty. $250 OBO, pictures available. 281-855-2093. Forest Park (Lawndale) Houston, TX - 4 Plots located in beautiful “Lakeview Gardens”, Section 27, Lot 549, spaces #6, 10, 11, 12, all curb appeal. 10 ft. from roadway, space #6 is single plot only for $2,500. Plots #10, 11, 12 are in a row with headstone monument in place for $3,500 each. All for $12,500. Contact Chuck at 281-755-6698, call or text.

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Antique solid wood armoire, $200; antique apartment baby grand piano, $1,000 (needs work); solid cherry armoire cabinet with storage, drawers and opening for TV, $150; metal/marble kitchen table with metal/leather chairs, $400; Lazy-Boy wing back recliner, $50. Feel free to call 832-713-1214 or email devin1125@hotmail.com for photos if interested. High end, beige sofa, love-seat and ottoman in good condition, $700. Call 713-589-9597.

Design & Maintenance Mowing • Edging • Weed Eating Blowing • Complete Tree Service REPAIR & INSTALL NEW FENCE

Portable electric scooter, breaks down in ﬁve pieces, each piece weighs less than 20 lbs., allows up to 250 lbs. in weight. Like new. Call 281-256-0619 and leave a message.

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AUTOS, BOATS, MOTORCYLES AND ACCESSORIES

2002 Monte Carlo SS, 108,000 miles, sun roof, AM/FM-CD, silver/gray, $3,800. 832-998-1647. 2003 Mini Cooper, automatic, sun roof, 95,000 miles, asking $4,800. 2011 Toyota Corolla, automatic, 96,000 miles, asking $8,500. Email mg77042@ yahoo.com, 713-480-2028. 2012 Ford F150, black, loaded, excellent condition, 45k miles, $29,500, 281463-8655. 2013 black Mercedes Benz E350 Sports Sedan, 4 doors, one owner, $42,000 OBO. Call 713-503-5011. Toyota Corolla (‘07),120k miles, automatic, asking $4,100. Contact for more information, ma2010go@gmail.com, 512-970-7340. 2005 Honda Accord asking $5,000. Call 346-333-9279 for more information. 2006 Honda Accord asking $7,200. Call 281-815-5335 for more information.

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2003 Harley Electra Glide Classic, 26,150 miles, excellent condition, one owner, $9,195. 832-701-7012.

ROOK’S AC & Heating

Looking for a strong lady that wants to work around 35 hours a week, Monday-Friday from 2 PM - 7 PM, Saturdays ﬂexible. English/Spanish speaking, must have SS and CPR valid. Training will be provided to help and teach 16-year-old boy with disabilities. Towne Lake area, behind Lone Star College. Please call 713-446-9097.

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Brusters Real Ice Cream is opening up in Cypress in March 2016. We are looking for great employees to build a team. Go to www.Brusters.com to download an application. We will be accepting applications every Saturday in February between the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM. Do you like golf, the outdoors, meeting people and fun? We are hiring at the Bear Creek Golf Course, all positions, Greeters, food and beverage, ProShop and maintenance. Pick up applications at the Pro-Shop, 16001 Clay Road, Houston, TX 77084. Register Tapes Unlimited (A 25-year-old advertising firm) is looking for Inside Sales/ Telemarketing reps to work in our corporate office call center in the Houston/Katy area. We have a contract with over 10,000 major grocery chains in 47 states and Western Canada. Heavy Cold Calling to Business Owners to set appointments for outside reps, $15/ Hour plus Commissions and Bonuses. Full Time M-F. No Late nights or weekends, great environment. You will be eligible for Medical/Dental/ Vision/Life/401K & PTO day benefits after 60 days. No Experience needed: www. rtui.com. To apply, send resume to jamelyn.brown@rtui.com. If you are reliable, punctual and can provide your own transportation, our family owned cleaning business is looking for you! Office cleaning crew we especially need availability on Tuesday afternoons, Wednesday and Thursday evenings and some weekends. Construction cleaning crew - vigorous work with ability to climb a 2 story ladder, availability weekday mornings, occasional weekends. We offer competitive pay. Please email AandRcleaninginfo@yahoo.com. Earn $30 to $50 dollars an hour promoting and selling women’s designer fashion jewelry. Work part-time and earn full-time pay with flexible hours. Earn trips, car allowance, free jewelry, plus money. Training provided, must have car and computer. Paid weekly, no experience is needed but previous direct sales are rewarded. Contact Amber, truetexas59@gmail.com, 713505-4250 or Judy, 979-450-0977. If no answer, please leave a voice mail message with reference to job and phone number.

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February 2016

• Commercial • Residential • Landscaping • Maintenance • Irrigation • Irrigation Repairs ( Lic#8242)

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Accounting Assistant, part-time to full-time, Bear Creek Golf Course. Must come in for application to interview, 16001 Clay Road, Houston, Tx 77084. Dependable Comfort Air & Heat is now hiring licensed technicians, installers and helpers. Competitive pay and 100% health coverage paid. Training available. 281-578-7245. Pool Cleaner position available. Must have your own vehicle. Valid drivers license and insurance required. Background working with pools. Background check is required. Will train. Opportunity to move up into repair work. Make up to $600+ a week depends on experience and number of pools per week. We are a Leslie’s approved company. Constant referrals. Call 713-295-0797 or email resume to jpuctx@yahoo.com. Looking for people to work in the field services, crew workers and helpers to work on servicing irrigation systems for growing Irrigation Company, no experience needed, will train. Must have own transportation and clean driver’s license. Growth opportunity, Northwest Houston area. Email: sprinklerworkers@gmail.com. Plumbers or Apprentices for repair. Bilingual preferred. Please call 281-256-2239.

At Johnson Dental, we love helping patients of all ages achieve the healthy, beautiful smile they deserve. Our practice is a warm and family-friendly environment with a wide variety of general, cosmetic and restorative services available.

Call for an appointment

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, 8504 Highway 6 N., Houston, TX 77095. Now Hiring! Do you love children? Small private preschool is now accepting applications. Must be dependable and energetic. Will train. Must have copy of High School Diploma or GED and copy of Social Security Card. Apply in person to 16618 Clay Road, Suite 400. 281-656-2273. The Pediatric Dentist of Katy is looking for a highly motivated Registered Dental Assistant. Our Pediatric Dental practice is located at 24022 Cinco Village Center Blvd., Suite 210 in Katy. Our office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM, with lunch from 12-1 PM. On Fridays we are open from 7:30 AM to 3 PM. Please bring by your resume in person.

832-593-0700 • New patients welcome • Most dental insurances accepted • Cable television in treatment rooms

Housekeepers needed. Great hours for moms with school age children. 281861-0394. Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900.

• Emergencies seen promptly • Digital X-rays for reduced radiation

Kerry Johnson, D.D.S. Sandra DeLeon Johnson, D.D.S. 18046 FM 529 (Kroger Center @ 529 & Barker Cypress)

Dental assistant position available. F/T, nonsmoker, experienced preferred, knowledge of Dentrix software and bilingual a plus. Must be state licensed; Front desk receptionist, bilingual preferred. Fax resume to: 281-861-7174. Or call 281-861-7500. Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment info. Send resume to randy@westhoustonelectric.com.

HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE

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3 bed/2 bath/1 car garage. Bradford Colony Subdivision (529/Huffmeister), $91,000. Serious inquiries only for showing by appointment or photos. 832713-1214, devin1125@hotmail.com.

TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES

Beach house available for rent, www.VRBO.com/582883, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. Contact 832-713-1214. 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, 281-236-2107 or 713-896-1234.

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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.

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Las Vegas Timeshare: On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen, dining & living. Jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s, 2 Phones, 2 pools outside building, ﬁtness room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days, $465 or 7 days, $595. 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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