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Holiday Decorating

At this time of year, the stores are full of the holiday decorations for inside your home and out. So before you buy that wonderful decoration, remember the time frame for exterior decorating in Cinco Ranch. Per Article XII, Section 18, lights for the holiday season may be displayed two (2) months prior to and one (1) month after any commonly recognized holiday for which such lights are traditionally displayed.

Decorating neighborhoods has become a Cinco Ranch tradition. Neighborhoods are transformed into enchanting displays of lights and ornaments. Please be aware of your decorations and how they will affect the neighborhood. Lights should be placed as not to impair traffic or your neighbor’s comfort. Timers on lights make it easy to guarantee lighting time. Large ornaments too close to sidewalks could cause a tripping hazard if knocked over by wind. A simple layout of your yard and decorations will help you eliminate hazardous possibilities.

We all enjoy the holiday season and the decorations that add to the festivities. Please be aware of any additional items that are left in the yard that are not decoration, do not add to the holiday season and do not make our homes look the best they can. We all want our neighborhoods and houses to look the best they can all year long.

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Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 35

Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 35 (“No. 35”) - Vacancy on the Board of Directors (“Board”) of No. 35 and the Appointment of a Board Member.

Qualifications to serve on the Board: (1) at least 18 years of age; (2) resident of the State of Texas; (3) own land subject to taxation within No. 35 or are a qualified voter living within No. 35.

The Board of No. 35 meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 1:00 PM at the offices of Schwartz, Page & Harding, LLP, No. 35’s legal counsel, located at 1300 Post Oak Boulevard, Suite 1400, Houston, Texas 77056.

Meetings generally last an hour to an hour and a half.

If you are interested in being appointed to the Board of No. 35, please contact Ellen Buckman at ebuckman@sphllp.com.

NEW ELECTRICAL CONTRACTS FOR CINCO RANCH = CONSIDERABLE SAVINGS!

As part of the budget preparation for 2012, the Cinco Residential Property Association, Inc. (CRPA) Board of Directors instructed PCMI as managing agent, along with the support and assistance from the CRPA Finance and Audit Committee to research and to accumulate bids for a new electrical contract. Over fifteen (15) providers were solicited through direct quotations and through electrical service brokers to form a very competitive list of potential vendors.

I am pleased to report that per these efforts that a reduction of over 46% was achieved in the overall cost of the contracts. Commercial electric rates have come down significantly. This is a substantial savings for the residents and commercial properties throughout Cinco and will continue to assist with keeping assessments in check. The 2012 budget has been placed on the website www.cincoranchlife.org which will outline budget in greater details.

Several people were a part of this effort, but I would like to name two in particular for their great service to the Associations:

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I would like to thank Steve Talecki for his great help in research and recommendations and Anna Agnew for her assistance in involving brokers to achieve competitive quotes.

They were a great help to me and my assistant, Maggie McKay, during this process.

Thank you, Jason Blackman

Parking in the Street

When a number of vehicles park in the street, emergency vehicles have a difficult task maneuvering down the street. Due to the size and clearance needs of these emergency vehicles, a street lined with parked cars obstructs the passage and delays response time.

While it is understood that during certain events, vehicles parking on the street is an unavoidable circumstance, please be aware of clearance needed for traffic. Ask your guests to park their car as close to curb as possible and not line both sides of the street. Be a courteous neighbor by communicating you are having a gathering at your home and may need additional parking.

Ask if they would mind guests parking in front of their homes to help eliminate the congestion on the street.

To assist the Emergency Services in their endeavors and help eliminate road congestion, we ask that Residents refrain from parking in the street. Your assistance in this matter would be greatly appreciated.

Fireworks Enforcement Christmas and New Year’s Eve

Fireworks were banned over the 4th of July and due to the fire ban currently in force, they may be banned over the Christmas and New Year holidays.

When a ban is in place, fireworks are against the law and should be reported to the proper authorities.

We receive many inquiries regarding fireworks enforcement. Fireworks are against Deed Restrictions and strongly discouraged. In the hands of amateurs, fireworks are dangerous. They can lead to burns, hearing loss and other injuries and, especially during times of near-drought, they can cause

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property damage. Where addresses can be identified, we will send letters to the property owners asking them to cease this type of activity and clean up the debris left behind. As required under the Texas Property Code, the property owner has to be given an opportunity to cure the violations or the opportunity to request a hearing within 30 days of the date listed on the letter.

The Association has put up “No Fireworks” signs throughout the subdivision, as well as announcements on the websites in the hope that this will be a deterrent to homeowners violating this restriction.

The problem is that fireworks are not against the law in Fort Bend or Harris County. Until the County laws are changed so that it is no longer legal for individuals to shoot fireworks, the association has very limited enforcement ability with regard to fireworks.

If you would like to see the County laws change with regard to fireworks, we encourage you to write to your County Commissioner and inform your respective Commissioner how you feel as a tax-paying citizen of the County regarding fireworks. If your property is in Harris County, you may contact Commissioner Steve Radack’s office at pct3@hctx.net. If your property is in Fort Bend County, you may contact Commissioner Andy Meyers at meyersan@co.fort-bend.tx.us.

Any other suggestions are always welcome. Thank you for speaking with your neighbors and encouraging support for our restrictions and association policies for the benefit of the Cinco Ranch community.

Mold & Mildew

Because of all the humidity in our area, many homeowners will start to notice a discoloration on the outside of their homes that can range in color from green and black to orange and gray. This is caused from mold or mildew deposits accumulating on the surface.

wash. One Resident specifically suggested a product called Jomax, which can be purchased at Home Depot, Lowe’s or Ace Hardware. Jomax mixes with bleach and water and does not require the use of a power washer.

Regardless of how you choose to remove the mold from your home, please always remember to read the instructions carefully and wear protective equipment.

Help Keep Our Lights On

As daylight grows shorter, we notice the advantage of having all of the street lights working. Cinco Ranch Residents pay a maintenance fee where a large portion includes the electricity to light our streets. Each streetlight costs the Cinco Ranch Associations approximately $30 dollars a month. This fee is billed to us whether the light is working or not.

If you see a light(s) burned out, please help us by getting the number on the pole. You may submit the work order to Centerpoint Energy or report it to the Association’s Office.

To report the outage yourself you will either fill out the form available at: www.centerpointenergy.com/outage or you can call the information into Centerpoint Energy at 713­-207-2222. The electronic form is much faster as you won’t be put on “hold.” You can also report dim lights, leaning poles, etc. on the electronic form. Copy the email to the Cinco Ranch Residential Office at: CincoRanchCustomerCare@pcmi-­us.com so we can keep the list of lights reported.

Winter Irrigation Tips/ Maintenance

This is a surface problem that can occur on siding, shingles, decks, patios, roofing materials, stucco, driveways and even concrete. When treated in a timely manner, it usually does not affect the strength or other important properties of the exterior surfaces, it simply looks bad.

By: Chris Brockman, Landscape Manager Although we have not hit the middle of winter, we are well into the winter season. After a long summer like we just had, one welcome reduction that can typically be looked forward to is the amount of time the irrigation system runs. In a typical year, the Houston area receives enough rain during the winter months that the irrigation can be cut back to one day a week tops and the Association even turns the irrigation system off in December and does not turn it on until weather demands require it the spring.

Some helpful suggestions to remove these stains that have been submitted from Cinco Ranch Residents are to clean with a mildewcide or to power

If you choose to turn your irrigation system off in the winter, drain the water from the pipes to avoid freezing and cracking the pipes. This can be done by

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shutting off the back flow preventor and manually opening each control valve to allow whatever water is in the pipe to drain out. If you do this to prepare for winter, remember when you turn it back on in the spring to open the back flow preventor slowly to prevent the water from filling the mainline up to quickly and forcing any of the components to break due to water hammer.

General maintenance to the system should also be performed during the winter months. This time of year the grass has slowed or stopped growing, so lawn maintenance is not being performed as often so a few hours of checking all components of the system is a good idea. This includes checking for any mainline or lateral leaks, any valves that may be leaking inside the valve boxes and checking all the heads on the system to make sure none of them are broken, leaking or misaligned. All of these checkpoints can help you conserve water and irrigate your lawn as efficiently as possible. By doing this during the winter months, it will help you make sure the system is ready for use in the spring when your lawn begins growing again.

Holiday Travelers:

Traveling during the holidays can be a very trying event. Additional traffic, long lines at gas stations, airline security checks and the hustle and bustle of the season can cause for delays in travel. Take the extra time needed to prepare for these obstacles. Leave early and plan on being a little later that you would like. Check your luggage to make sure that it will travel well or go quickly through security. Make plane reservations that best suit your family.

Traveling with children may take some extra planning. Plan your route to avoid major traffic areas. And please take the extra time to put your home on the vacation watch with Fort Bend or Harris County.

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CINCO RANCH HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE The Cinco Ranch Residents participate in the Holiday Food Drive for Katy Christian Ministries every year in December. One of the drop-off sites is the Association Office located at 3022 Windemere Park Lane.

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Winterizing Your Home Preparing Your Home for Winter

(Source: About.com) The fall Equinox is a good time of year to start thinking about preparing your home for winter, because as temperatures begin to dip, your home will require maintenance to keep it in tip-top shape through the winter.

Autumn is invariably a prelude to falling winter temperatures, regardless of where you live. It might rain or snow or, as David Letterman says, “Fall is my favorite season in Los Angeles, watching the birds change color and fall from the trees.� Did you know there is only one state in the United States where the temperatures have never dipped below zero? Give up? It’s Hawaii.

Here are ten tips to help you prepare your home for winter: 1) Heating System Inspection • Call an HVAC professional to inspect your furnace. • Stock up on air filters and change them monthly. • Consider switching out your thermostat for a programmable thermostat. • Remove all flammable material from the area surrounding your furnace.

2) Get the Fireplace Ready • Cap or screen the top of the chimney to keep out rodents and birds. • If the chimney hasn’t been cleaned for a while, call a chimney sweep to remove soot and creosote. • Buy firewood or chop wood. Store it in a dry place away from the exterior of your home. • Inspect the fireplace damper for proper opening and closing. • Check the mortar between bricks and tuck-point, if necessary.

3) Check the Exterior, Doors and Windows • Inspect exterior for crevice cracks and exposed entry points around pipes; seal them. • Use weather-stripping around doors to prevent cold air from entering the home and caulk windows. • Replace cracked glass in windows and, if you end up replacing the entire window, prime and paint exposed wood.

4) Inspect Roof, Gutters & Downspouts • If your weather temperature will fall below 32 degrees in the winter, adding extra insulation to the attic will prevent warm air from creeping to your roof and causing ice dams. • Check flashing to ensure water cannot enter the home. • Replace worn roof shingles or tiles. • Clean out the gutters and use a hose to spray water down the downspouts to clear away debris. • Consider installing leaf guards on the gutters or extensions on the downspouts to direct water away from the home.

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5) Service Weather-Specific Equipment • Drain gas from lawnmowers. • Replace worn rakes. • Clean, dry and store summer gardening equipment. • Sharpen ice choppers and buy bags of ice-melt / sand.

6) Check Foundations • Rake away all debris and edible vegetation from the foundation. • Seal up entry points to keep small animals from crawling under the house. • Tuckpoint or seal foundation cracks. Mice can slip through space as thin as a dime. • Inspect sill plates for dry rot or pest infestation. • Secure crawlspace entrances.

7) Install Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors • Some cities require a smoke detector in every room. • Buy extra smoke detector batteries and change them when daylight savings ends. • Install a carbon monoxide detector near your furnace and / or water heater. • Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to make sure they work. • Buy a fire extinguisher or replace an extinguisher older than 10 years.

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8) Prevent Plumbing Freezes • Locate your water main in the event you need to shut it off in an emergency.

• Drain all garden hoses.

• Insulate exposed plumbing pipes.

• Drain air conditioner pipes and if your AC has a water shut-off valve, turn it off.

• If you go on vacation, leave the heat on, set to at least 55 degrees.

9) Prepare Landscaping & Outdoor Surfaces • Trim trees if branches hang too close to the house or electrical wires.

• Ask a gardener when your trees should be pruned to prevent winter injury.

• Plant spring flower bulbs and lift bulbs that cannot winter over such as dahlias in areas where the ground freezes.

• Seal driveways, brick patios and wood decks.

• Move sensitive potted plants indoors or to a sheltered area.

10) Prepare an Emergency Kit • Buy indoor candles and matches / lighter for use during a power shortage.

• Find the phone numbers for your utility companies and tape them near your phone or inside the phone book.

• Buy a battery back-up to protect your computer and sensitive electronic equipment.

• Store extra bottled water and non-perishable food supplies (including pet food, if you have a pet), blankets and a first-aid kit in a dry and easy-toaccess location.

• Prepare an evacuation plan in the event of an emergency.

Cinco and Cinco Southwest Shared Use Agreement

All Recreation Facilities are open to both Cinco and Cinco Southwest Residents. This includes pools, tennis courts, parks, hike and bike trails and the Lake House Recreation Facility. There are charges for renting some of the facilities.

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Members must purchase their Pool Key Cards from their appropriate Management Company. If you live east of Katy Gaston Road, you are in the Cinco Association and can purchase your Pool Key Cards at 3022 Windemere Park Lane. If you live west of Katy Gaston Road, you are in the Cinco Southwest Association and can purchase your Pool Key Cards at the Lake House at 25202 Springwood Lake Drive.

The shared use agreement was signed in October of 2009 through the end of 2013. At that time, the shared use agreement will be reviewed.

PET LEASH LAWS IN THE CINCO RANCH AREA

Harris County - LEASH LAW

Animals that are not properly restrained pose a threat to all our residents.

While you may know your pet is friendly, an animal running at someone who is walking by is very scary for that person. Many children are afraid of animals and become frightened, which could result in the child getting hurt trying to avoid the animal.

Harris County Animal Control advises, “All dogs and cats must be kept under restraint while in the unincorporated areas of Harris County, Texas. The custodian of a dog or cat is not authorized to have, harbor or keep any unlicensed dog or cat nor to allow any dog or cat to become a stray.”

Restraint is defined as “the control of a dog or cat under the following circumstances: 1. When it is controlled by a line or leash not more than six (6) feet in length, if the line or leash is held by a human being, who is capable of controlling or governing the dog or cat in question.

2. When it is within a fully enclosed vehicle.

3. When it is on the premise of the custodian and the animal does not have access to sidewalk or street.

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While it may be nice to have your animal out in the yard while you work or play, it is against the law, unless the animal is properly restrained.

Let’s all help keep our community a safe and comfortable place for all our residents by being responsible pet owners. This will not only protect anyone who may be walking or bicycling in the area, but also the pet owner who could be held legally responsible or possibly sued for failing to properly restrain their pet.

To make a complaint or report an animal that is not properly restrained please contact:

Harris County Precinct #5, Contract #87: 281-463-6666 Harris County Animal Control: 281-999-3191 Harris County Health Department, Rabies/Animal Control Section 2223 West Loop South, Houston, Texas 77027-3588 http://www.countypets.com

Ft. Bend County - LEASH LAW

Laws written to ensure that owned animals are confined to their property or kept on a leash make freeing a community of unrestrained and free-roaming animals easier. Although most dog bites occur on the property where the dog lives, unrestrained or free-roaming dogs do pose a substantial threat to the public. In addition, unrestrained animals are at increased risk of being bitten by rabies-infected wildlife. Enforcement of restraint laws is essential in enhancing the animal control program efforts to reduce the risk of rabies in our community.

LICENSING OF DOGS AND CATS The primary benefit of licensing animals is identification, should that animal become lost. Licensing also: • Ensures that rabies vaccination are current • Allows for quick identification in case of a bite incident • Provides revenue to offset the administration costs of the animal control program

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VACCINATION Rabies vaccinations are a prerequisite for licensing dogs and cats because they are an important control measure for the public health threat of rabies.

In addition to protecting pets, rabies vaccinations provide a barrier between infected wild animals and humans.

To make a complaint or report an animal that is not properly restrained please contact: Fort Bend County Animal Control - 1210 Blume Road Rosenberg, TX 77471 - 281-342-1512 - AnimalServices@co.fort-bend.tx.us.

FORT BEND COUNTY Pct. 3 Constables Office Report Month of SEPTEMBER 2011

Total Number of Shifts 55 Total Number of Miles Driven 4625 Average Miles Per Shift 84.09 Alarms 21 Assault 0 Burglary of Habitation / Building 0 Burglary of Motor Vehicle 0 Citizen Contacts 3062 Criminal Citations 0 Criminal Mischief 0 Disturbances 0 EMS / Fire/Motor Veh. Accidents 0 Other (non-specific) 2 Other Agency Assist 8 Property Check 1131 Robbery 0 Suspicious Persons / Vehicles/C 5 Traffic Citations / Warnings 1 Traffic Complaint 15 Traffic Warnings 3

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Who Do I Call?

• Street Light Outages - Report to CenterPoint Energy via their website, thereby eliminating a lot of “hold time” on the phone. The website address is: www.centerpointenergy.com/outage. Give them as much information as possible, including the address and/or pole number. If you prefer to call, the number is 713-207-2222.

• Street sign or stop sign down or missing - Please contact the county.

The Harris County phone number is 281-463-6300 and Fort Bend County phone number is 281-341-9562. Let them know you are calling regarding a sign and they will transfer you to the proper person. They will need to know the street name and location. If you are in a custom area, please contact the Association office at 281-599-0408.

• Broken curb - If you live in Ft. Bend County, call Road & Bridge at 800690-ROAD (800-690-7623) and if you are in Harris County, you can call 281463-8703 for Service Requests & Road Maintenance. If you see any curbs needing repair around the islands in the Cul de Sac or along the boulevards, please call and report these, too. If you live in a gated section, the streets and curbs are maintained by the association with funds from the separate assessment billed annually. On a related note, the driveway “apron” is the responsibility of the individual property owner, no matter who maintains your street. Also, the sidewalks adjoining residential lots are the responsibility of the owner. The association maintains sidewalks in common areas only.

• Leaking fire hydrants or storm drain problems - Please contact your Water District. Cinco ST Environmental phone number is 281-398-8211.

Cornerstone MUD - Southwest Water phone number is 713-405-1750. They will need to know the address location.

• Trash or Recycling Service Problems - Trash service is administered by your MUD through a contractor they choose. If you have a problem with your trash collection or recycling, you may contact your service provider listed on your water bill. Best Trash, LLC at 281-313-2378, Waste Corporation of America 281-368-8397 (www.wcawaste.com) or Republic Waste 281446-2030 (www.rwstx.com). Call your service provider for current recycling products accepted.

• Mailbox Maintenance - To report Postal Boxes that are in disrepair or in need of replacement, please file a report with the Katy Post Office. For Zip Code area 77450 call 281-647-0673 and for Zip Code area 77494 call 281574-1401 or visit their website at www.usps.com/contactus.

• In Home Alarm Monitoring - In home alarm/monitoring systems should be checked monthly to ensure they are functioning and sending the proper signals. Make sure you contact your monitoring company PRIOR to testing.

• Park & Ride - Metro Park & Ride is located at 221 Kingsland, just east of Mason Road. Routes begin at 6 AM and continue approximately every 10 minutes to downtown and also to Transco Tower (uptown, Post Oak). For additional information regarding tokens or cost, call 713-635-4000.

• Newspaper Delivery - If you are leaving town and normally have a newspaper delivered, you can call the newspaper office and most of them will not deliver the paper while you are away. If you receive the Houston

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Chronicle, you may call 281-391-7992 or 713-220-7211 to stop your paper during your vacation or go to https://file.chron.com/forms/vacationhold.asp.

• Call Before You Dig - 1-800-545-6005 or 1-800-344-8377.

DO NOT FEED THE DUCKS!

Recently, signs have been added to the area surrounding the lake at Lake Pointe advising residents not to feed the ducks at the park and lake. The duck population at Lake Pointe is a concern and feeding the ducks is encouraging the ducks to loiter. The ducks are a part of nature and the lake is a natural area, but feeding the ducks in this manner causes a duck population growth and subsequently the mess that goes along with it. Please keep this in mind the next time you are enjoying the park and lake.

Thank you for your consideration and attention. - Management

WOUNDED WILDLIFE? WHO DO I CALL?

Cinco Ranch Residents report wounded to the proper agency, Wildlife Rehabilitators.

How to Contact Wildlife Rehabilitators in our Area Fort Bend County - Wildlife Rehabilitation & Education Accepts: Mammals, birds, reptiles Location: Houston 713-861-WILD (9 am - 6 pm); 713-643-WILD (after hrs.)

Harris County - Texas Wildlife Rehab Coalition Accepts: Mammals, birds, reptiles Location: Houston, 713-468-8972

Sheriff’s Vacation Home Watch

Vacation Can Be Great! Make sure you return home and feel great.

If you are going on vacation, a business trip or just going away for the weekend, please put your house on a vacation watch list. It only takes a few minutes to inform local police that you are away from home.

Take measures to secure your home and cars. Let your neighbors know that you will be away and when you plan to return. Inform neighbors and law enforcement if you plan on having maintenance services stop by while you are on vacation. It is advised that you have newspapers stopped, mail held and any advertisement left on your property picked up by someone. Keeping lawn mowed for a normal appearance to the property will look as if there is active occupancy. Taking preventative steps may deter vandals or thieves from entering your home.

Log into the site or call the office to give appropriate information. Make sure to cancel the watch when you return home.

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Fort Bend County Residents: www.co.fort-bend.tx.us/vacationForm.asp.

Harris County Residents: Call 713-221-6000 and give home information.

Going out of town? Contact your sheriff’s department to have them watch your home.

Cinco Ranch Residents Do You Have This Phone Number in Your Cell Phone?

Two phone numbers suggested you save in your cell phone are the nonemergency Harris County Precinct 5 Constables and Fort Bend County Sheriff’s numbers. 911 should always be used in case of an emergency, but many times we need to contact the Sheriff’s department and need to do so quickly. Don’t hesitate to call the Sheriff’s department if something in your neighborhood seems questionable. This will give our contract deputies probable cause to investigate. This would include suspicious vehicles (vehicles exhibiting unsafe or erratic driving behavior), suspicious persons or behavior, activity at you neighbors home when you know they are on vacation and anything else that may be out of the ordinary in your neighborhood.

Don’t take a chance on you or your family’s safety.

Harris County Precinct 5 Constables Fort Bend County Sheriff

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Postal Box Maintenance

To report Postal Boxes that are in disrepair or in need of replacement, please file a report with the Katy Post Office for your Zip Code area (77450 – 281647-0673; 77494 – 281-574-1401) or visit their website at www.usps.com/ contactus.

PROTECT STORM DRAINS

Just one quart of motor oil can ruin the quality of 250,000 gallons of water.

Decomposing leaves and grass clippings can cause large amounts of algae to grow which depletes the oxygen level in the water and can lead to fish kills.

The blowing, sweeping or dumping of grass clippings and other pollutants down the storm drain is against Texas State Law punishable by a fine of $5,000 for each offense.

PLEASE CALL 281-398-8211 TO REPORT OFFENDERS.

In terms of holidays, Thanksgiving, the day spent by many gobbling down a week’s worth of calories in one sitting, is widely considered to be the mother of all diet wreckers. The good news however, is that once the dinner does come to a close, so does the bulk of the over eating. Sure, you may indulge in a leftover helping of stuffing or two (it always tastes better the day after, doesn’t it?), but you probably won’t stuff yourself to the point of pantunbuttoning again.

Christmas, on the other hand, is a stealthier diet destroyer. Though there is also a main meal, it is the lead up – all those holiday parties - that causes the most damage. The punch bowls of eggnog, the plates of Christmas cookies, it’s tough not to be tempted. Keep your family’s holiday spirit high, but your waistlines low, with these easy ways to keep your diets on track: Know Your Trigger Foods There are certain kinds of food that get even the most dedicated dieters every time. Once they start, they just can’t seem to stop, no matter how strong their willpower appears to be. Some constantly crave sugar. For others, it’s saltier foods. If you have difficulty eating a just few potato chips for example, you may want to eliminate them altogether so that you don’t set off a feeding frenzy. For kids, sugar is a given want during the holidays. Try to limit the sugars in their line of sight. If you can’t do that, let them have a few but help them pace themselves.

Fill Up On Fruit Although eating lots of fruits and vegetables sounds like something to add to your list of New Year’s resolution, there’s no time like the present. This may not prevent you from popping a cheese puff or two, but you will have at least given your body some healthy fuel. For the kids, make up small plates of fruit. Try arranging it in interesting patterns. Let your child see you eating fruit rather than the sweet stuff. It’s hard to convince them if you are not practicing what you preach.

Drink Sensibly You’re aware that drinking too much alcohol can give you a throbbing headache the next morning, but did you know that it can also wreak havoc on your diet? Among the biggest culprits is the holiday favorite, eggnog which contains over 350 calories per cup. You can make it more diet-friendly “light” eggnog or using milk instead of cream. Add extra ice to alcoholic drinks to water them down. And be sure to also drink several glasses of water to detoxify your system. Obviously, make sure the kids get the virgin eggnog and be wary of eggnog made with raw eggs.

Practice Mindful Eating Stay aware of what, when and why you are eating. It’s easy to lose track of how many cups of eggnog or cookies you are consuming at a holiday

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gathering. Before you reach for another goodie on the buffet table, ask yourself, “Am I hungry or am I eating simply because the food is in front of me?” Slow down the process by remembering to chew your food thoroughly before taking another bite and to savor the taste. Make sure your children are kept busy. They graze when they are bored just like we do. And grown up parties can be pretty boring for kids. Bring plenty of games, maybe even save a special one that you can break out just for the party. If you are throwing the party and it’s kid friendly, make sure you have a few crafts and fun projects for your littlest guests.

Get Back On Track If you’ve spent the day eating more of Aunt Sally’s fruitcake then you care to admit, enjoy the indulgence, then get back to eating healthy as quickly as possible. Try not to throw up your hands in defeat if you’ve overdone it.

Continue to focus on eating as healthfully as possible, no matter the amount of calorie-fests. Remember, it’s important to set examples for your kids during these holidays. They take their cues from you. If you train them early on how to avoid the holiday weight gain it will take them through many more Christmas seasons. By Jennier Saltiel. www.health.kaboose.com/get-backon-track

Top Christmas movies Elf Will Ferrell brings the laughs in this 2003 movie about a boy who was raised by elves. When Buddy the Elf heads off to New York to find his real dad, he has a bit of a hard time fitting in with his elf costume and love of all things maple syrup. But he soon manages to win over his new family, even his emotionally-stunted dad, and manages to bring Christmas spirit to even the most jaded New Yorkers.

The Nightmare Before Christmas When Jack Skellington grows tired of Halloween Town, he wanders into the forest and accidentally opens a portal to a magical place called Christmas Town. Can he convince his fellow townsmen that this new town is a magical place or will he be forced to watch as Christmas Town is taken over and it’s magical spirit robbed?

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation In this laugh-out-loud movie form 1989, Clark Griswold (played by Chevy Chase) is gung-ho about having a good old-fashioned family Christmas, even when his dead-beat brother shows up and parks his RV in the driveway and the cat gets electrocuted by the Christmas tree. After all, it’s not Christmas without a little drama, right?

Home Alone In 1990, Macauley Culkin starred in his breakout role as an 8-year-old who gets left behind when his family takes off for vacation. While he’s home alone, he’s forced to deal with two burglars who have cased the neighborhood to steal Christmas gifts. Using smarts, wit and a few crafty traps, he manages to ward off the burglars and reunite with his family just in time for the holiday.

Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer This classic made-for-TV Christmas movie premiered in 1964 and it’s been delighting generations of kids ever since. It tells the story of Rudolph, a reindeer with a nose that lights up. He’s looking for a place where he belongs.

Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town This 1970 TV movie is about Kris Kringle — the man who becomes Santa Claus — and how he brings toys to children in a town that has outlawed them.

But what really makes this movie a Christmas classic is the fearsome Winter Warlock’s transformation into a compassionate wizard with the wonderful song “Put One Foot In Front of the Other.”

A Christmas Carol Whether you like the 1984 version starring George C. Scott or the 1976, 1977, 1999, or 2000 version — a remake seems to come out every year — this is a holiday classic. Based on a story by Charles Dickens about an old

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miser named Scrooge who learns compassion when three ghosts visit him on Christmas Eve, this makes a great holiday movie because it’s thrilling and it has a nice message.

White Christmas Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye are charming in this old-time classic from 1954. Both actors play World War II vets who fall in love with two sisters and go on to become an entertainment duo who make it big as producers of a hit Broadway show. When they find out an old friend is on the verge of bankruptcy, they use their star power to summon help on Christmas Eve and give their friend perhaps the best Christmas present of all.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas The Grinch (a non-human Scrooge) tries to ruin Christmas for the Whos in Whoville by stealing their presents, trees and holiday treats. Of course, the Grinch has a change of heart and finds love and friendship with the Whos.

A Charlie Brown Christmas In this half-hour Christmas special, Charlie Brown becomes the director of the school holiday pageant and goes out with Linus to buy an aluminum tree for the show. Instead, they bring back a forlorn real tree. Our hapless hero finds himself dismayed by the rampant commercialization of the holidays and searches for the true meaning of Christmas.

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It’s a Wonderful Life What holiday movie list would be complete without this 1946 Frank Capra classic, starring James Stewart? A man about to commit suicide during the holidays because he’s financially ruined is stopped by an angel who shows him what life would be like if he’d never existed. It’s a charming movie — part romance, part pathos and a celebration of life.

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Miracle on 34th Street In this sweet 1947 movie, a Macy’s executive tries to find a new store Santa.

She hires an old man named Kris Kringle who claims to be the one-and-only Santa Claus. Of course, such claims can get you into trouble and Kris ends up being hospitalized for some kind of delusional disorder. Hope comes in the form of a young man who wants to help Kris prove that he is really and truly Santa.

The Year Without a Santa Claus Another stop-motion classic from the ‘70s, in which Santa finds himself feeling too discouraged to make his Christmas rounds. He’s sick and he doesn’t think that kids believe in him anymore. Two elves embark on a quest to find children who still believe in Santa. The plot is pretty flimsy, but children won’t mind — they’ll be too taken with the catchy musical numbers.

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A Christmas Story This 1983 comedy celebrates the sort of Christmas a young boy may have had in the 1940s. Young Ralphie Parker wants only one thing: a Red Ryder Carbine Action 200 Shot Range Model Air Rifle. His parents don’t want him to shoot his eye out and refuse to get it. Wacky hijinks ensue as Ralphie develops some very creative ploys to convince his mother and father that this is the only thing they should give him.

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3. Nearly all types of cookies work well for a cookie exchange, though it’s best to avoid any that are extremely delicate as they can get crushed by the sturdier kinds. It’s also a good idea to steer clear of cookies that need to be refrigerated, such as lemon bars.

4. You want to know the ingredients that raise the price of certain cookie recipes? Nuts, chocolate, and liqueur – just to name a few. Mexican wedding cakes are delicious, for example, but the pecans alone can cost $6 for half a pound. If you really want to make a pricey cookie like mini pecan pie tarts, go ahead, but just shape or cut them smaller.

5. If you don’t have the time or the inclination to roll and cut out dough, simply dress up old favorites like chocolate chip drop cookies by sprinkling them with red or green colored sugar. A bottle of decorating sugar costs under $3 and will last you.

7. Another budget-priced cookie is the bar cookie. Make a batch of brownies from a mix and add a teaspoon of mint extract. Make an easy icing (confectioners’ sugar, a tablespoon of butter and milk) and tint it green using food coloring, with a dash of mint extract added for flavor.. You can add red sprinkles or chocolate jimmies, just to add that little extra something.

8. Flavor extracts are inexpensive, but can add a lot of flavor. Make thumbprint cookies, but add a teaspoon of rum extract to the dough and half a teaspoon of rum extract to the icing. Or, add mint extract to your basic sugar cookie dough, roll out into candy cane shapes and bake. After you frost them, top with candy canes that you have crushed in the food processor or blender.

11. If you’re really pressed for time, to the point where time is money, don’t be afraid to buy the refrigerated rolls of cookie dough and infuse them with your own special touches. Top chocolate chip cookies with some unwrapped, melted caramels, mini marshmallows and chocolate-coated chocolate candies, then bake another minute or until the marshmallows are golden – no one is likely to have also made this creative and delicious treat.

12. Keep the refreshments light. For an afternoon cookie exchange you can serve tea, coffee (add a cinnamon stick to the coffee before you brew it) and maybe hot cider (buy the store brand by the gallon and warm it on the stove or in a slow cooker, with a couple of cinnamon sticks.) Have a bowl of seasonal fruit (grapes and clementines provide color) and maybe a wedge or two of a not so costly cheese for those that need a break from the sweets.

13. Be sure to tell each guest to bring along copies of their recipe and put them right on the table next to their variety of cookie.

14. Have everyone in your exchange bring just one or two extra dozen cookies and you can make up plates of cookies for homebound elderly or residents at homeless shelters. Encourage everyone to bring some canned food and you can donate these to a local soup kitchen, as well.

After the party has cleared and you present your family with a huge tray of holiday treats, they will be thrilled. You’re giving them cookies that look and taste store bought, but were actually made with a secret ingredient: love.

And that’s really what this holiday season is all about. Enjoy! By Rosemary Black. www.recipes.kaboose.com/cookie-exchange-2

9. Try putting a holiday spin on economical old favorites like Rice Krispies treats. When you stir the cereal into the melted butter-and-marshmallow mixture, add green, red, or a combination of both colored sprinkles to the mixture. Spread it into a greased pan and cut into diamond shapes when cool. You can also flatten these out and use a cookie cutter to cut into trees, bells or ornaments.

10. When it comes to inexpensive food coloring, a little goes a long way.

Color basic snickerdoodle or sugar cookie dough green, roll them out into little balls and place on a baking sheet. For beautiful holiday thumbprint cookies, make a tiny indentation in each cookie before baking and fill it with raspberry or strawberry jam.

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(Teenage Job seeker list) Neither Cinco Ranch HOA nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those listed on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out references if you do not personally know those listed. This is just a list of teenagers from Cinco Ranch who wish to find part time jobs. Any work done by these teenagers is between those seeking helpers and the teens and their parents.

TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS

If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job seeker’s list, please fill out the form in the newsletter with your name, age, birthdate (mon. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate (or grade presently in) and the name of your subdivision. Check off list of jobs on your form. Mail to Krenek Printing, 7102 Glen Chase Ct., Houston, TX 77095, email to news@krenekprinting.com or fax to 281-463-2425 (make sure fax is legible).

CINCO RANCH TEENAGE JOB SEEKER’S LIST

(Revised 8/11) If your name was left off the list, it is because you did not return our call to update our records. You will have to resubmit your information to be put back on.

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Solana “Vegas Night” Saluted Second Anniversary

Benefited National PARKINSON’S Foundation

The Solana at Cinco Ranch, the senior living community is still buzzing about its successful first anniversary party: Vegas Night. To recognize our second year in Cinco Ranch, we invited friends, family and the community to roll the dice with us at eleven gaming tables. We raised over $700 for the National Parkinson’s Foundation. Dr. Ron Tintner Neurologist, Methodist Neurological Institute was on hand to speak about how the proceeds would benefit the organization. The Solana is being guided through the process to develop a support group. Chef Bradley Montgomery and his kitchen team prepared a dinner buffet and food stations and they served dinner in The Sienna Theater. The Main Casino was staged in the Signature Dining Room. Cane Island Wine Bar and The Crescent Café were host to Blackjack, Craps, Roulettes, Wheel of Fortune and specialty game tables and slots. Several prizes were awarded to the evening winners; all prizes were donated by community organizations to help with this production to benefit the National Parkinson’s Foundation. For more information about The Solana, see www.thesolana.com or call 281-395-9600.

US Military K-9 Fund, Inc.

US Military K-9 Fund, Inc. would like to thank our supporters, who are helping us send “care packages” designed especially for the military dogs deployed with our troops to the Middle East. We are so grateful to the Girl Scouts that have given some of their cookie money to us, Longenbaugh Vet Hospital, Rover Oaks Pet Resort, Animal Hospital Jones Road, Cypress Cares, Copperfield Women’s Club and others for enabling us to continue sending the “care packages” to the dogs that are saving lives. We are celebrating having been able to send over 150 boxes so far. And we have only just begun… With HELP from everyone who has dogs or loves dogs, we can make a difference in these dogs ability to keep our men and women safer by sensing what humans cannot. They go where machines cannot. They smell what machines cannot.

And, they are a “force multiplier.” Help us send them dog boots, dog goggles, cooling/warming vests, toys, treats and grooming items. Their handlers get some things too! Go to www.usmilitaryk-9fund.org to learn more.

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Salt Dough Snowman Ornament By: Amanda Formaro Difficulty: Very Easy Age: 5 and up

Creating salt dough is a fun activity for kids and it’s a great material to use to create homemade ornaments, so this is like two crafts in one! For this ornament, kids can shape the dough into a simple snowman that would be a great gift to give a friend for the holidays.

What you’ll need: 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon water Spoon Toothpick Paintbrush Ribbon Acrylic sealer spray

2 tablespoons flour Bowl Cookie sheet Paint: white, orange and black

How to make it: Place flour, salt and water in a bowl and mix with the spoon. Once the dough is combined, pick it up in your hand and knead it with your fingers until smooth.

Remove a small piece of dough for making the nose and roll the larger piece of dough between your palms to form a ball.

Press the ball down onto the cookie sheet with the palm of your hand, flattening it out.

Roll the small piece of dough with your fingers into a carrot shape. Press firmly but gently onto the round flattened dough.

Insert toothpick toward the top of the head, but not too close to the edge. Move the toothpick in a circular motion to enlarge the hole so that it is big enough to run a piece of ribbon through.

Bake ornament at 250 degrees for 2 hours. Remove from oven and let cool on a rack.

When completely cool, paint the round section white and the nose orange.

Use the handle end of a paintbrush dipped in black paint to dot on the snowman’s eyes and mouth. Let dry.

An adult should spray the ornament with a couple of coats of sealer.

When dry, tie a ribbon hanger through the hole in the top.

Tips: If you want to create a perfect circle, place dough inside a round biscuit or cookie cutter and spread with your fingers.

Salt dough will break if dropped, so be sure to handle the ornament with care.

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Pope John XXIII High School Homecoming

Caitlin Auffenberg and Austin “Tex” Vinson were named Pope John XXIII High School Homecoming Queen and King. Along with their Court, they were presented at the Homecoming game on October 21, 2011.

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Now – Dec 2nd – Food for Families Campaign. Annual fundraiser assisting Katy ISD students and their families.

Jan. 20th - Men Who Mentor. A manly breakfast for guys who currently mentor and those who are interested in mentoring. 7:30 – 9:00 AM, ESC Room 1200.

Families campaign Last year, our Katy ISD community supported 265 Katy ISD students and their families by raising over $13,000. Coordinating Food for Families is always a tremendous blessing for us here in Partners in Education. We hope to share that joy with you.

STEPPING INTO THE FUTURE SCHOLARSHIPS

Drs. James Jacobs and Nicolas Manriquez, of Your Total Foot Care Specialist, are pleased to announce, two $1,500 “Stepping Into The Future” scholarships for 2012 KISD graduating seniors.

Applications must be submitted to the offices of Your Total Foot Care Specialist by March 29, 2012, 5:00 PM. A third party committee will select the two winning applicants.

The “Stepping Into The Future” scholarship program is available to seniors graduating with GPA’s ranging from 2.5 to 3.7. The scholarships are geared towards those students showing academic promise through a combination of demonstrated academic achievement and leadership potential.

The two “Stepping Into The Future” scholarship recipients will be announced at the Katy ISD Awards Ceremonies during May.

KEYS Mentoring

One mentor, one student, one hour per week. KEYS brings adult role models into Katy ISD schools to motivate, encourage and inspire students on the brink of success. Mentors meet with their student on campus at a pre-designated time each week. As mentor and student build their relationship, they decide together how to spend their mentoring time. Whether spent playing games, reading or just talking, that one hour a week makes a tremendous difference in the life of a child.

To be a KEYS Mentor, you need: • A belief in the potential of every child • Criminal history background check in compliance with the FCRA • One hour per week to spend with a child, on campus during the school day, during the school year • Participation in a brief campus KEYS orientation before you begin • Successful completion of a KEYS application and subsequent approval process

Community Education

Community Education offers evening and on-line classes to adults for fun, enrichment and learning. Some of the classes offered are Foreign Languages, Arts and Crafts, Finance, Computer, Sewing, Dance and Music. For information on these and many other classes and to view the fall schedule, go to www.katyisd.org/com_edu or call 281-396-6365.

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Kilpatrick Elementary School Kilpatrick Elementary breaks Fundraising Goal and celebrates with Wacky Hair Day

Odessa Kilpatrick Elementary broke fundraising goals by raising $53,138 in candle sales. The students celebrated with Wacky Hair Day. The TOP TEN sellers celebrated by spraying silly string on Principal Malynn Rodriguez and Assistant Principal Heather Williams during morning announcements.

Kennedy Carter, Mackenzie Fernandez and Kimberly Krasnow

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Samantha Richardson, Miles Pernas, Kyler Karnop, Nicolas Henneberg, Alena Kuzinski and Isabella Torti.

Toro of The Texans visited students at Kilpatrick Elementary

Comazell Bickham, Brady Faulk, Lauren Brattain, Cody Kana, Cora Selden, Mackensie Brunnenmeyer, Nicole Anderson and Adam Schillaci.

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Toro of The Texans visited students at Odessa Kilpatrick Elementary on September 19th. He wowed the students with his enthusiasm for eating, exercising and staying healthy! Lucky students that answered Toro’s questions correctly were rewarded with a Toro T-Shirt.

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Mateus Guzman Fernandez, Jackson Dailey, Woody Kuon, Rowena Yap, Blayne Burke, and Jazmin Snow.

Kilpatrick students enjoy a visit from Author and Illustrator Vuthy “Woody” Kuon

Author, Illustrator Vuthy “Woody” Kuon visited Odessa Kilpatrick Elementary.

Using suggestions from students, Vuthy transformed staff member Rowena Yap into a Humpty Dumpty.

Griffin Elementary School

SUPER BOWL COMES TO GRIFFIN ELEMENTARY

Over 200 5th graders played in Griffin’s 5th annual Super Bowl. The large crowd of families, teachers and fellow students enthusiastically supported the football teams. Since the beginning of term MGE’s P.E. coaches have taught students the rules, team positions, strategy and tactics. Excitement about the game has been building for weeks. Enthusiastic teams of boys and girls hustled on and off the field, called their own plays and enjoyed

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participating in a thrilling competition. The boys’ Green Giants and the girls’ Orange Crush teams were victorious. But the day was really about celebrating sport, teamwork and having a blast. The fabulous half time performance by 5th grade teachers and the Beckendorff Jr. High cheerleaders added to the fun. As did the Griffin Grizzly bear mascot acting as the assistant referee.

Griffin is one of only two Katy elementary schools to host a Super Bowl. It’s a major undertaking and Griffin would like to thank Richmond Bone and Joint, Ozarka and PTA volunteers.

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Record Sales at Griffin Elementary Book Fair

Students and their families spent a record $35,273 at the Scholastic Book Fair held in the Library. Griffin’s share of the sales was $8,800. This winwin fundraiser means students have great books to read and school has additional funding. Librarian Mitzie Cross plans to spend the extra cash on: organizing three authors to meet students at school; more books for the Library; accelerated reader tests and prizes; and new technology equipment.

Whole families had the opportunity to shop together in Griffin’s library, as the school was celebrating Grandparents week.

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Stanley Elementary School

STANLEY ELEMENTARY’S STETSONS AND STILETTOS FOR THE STAMPEDE!

Stan C. Stanley Elementary’s third annual “Stetsons and Stilettos for the Stampede” fundraising event was once again a huge success. Over 300 parents, teachers, administrators and community leaders attended the event that raised over $40,000. Participants sampled food from some of the most popular local restaurants, listened to live entertainment and bid on live and silent auction items. The funds that were raised will go towards a variety of to enhance the technological and educational needs of the growing number of students at Stanley Elementary.

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Beckendorff Junior High School

KISD SISTER SCHOOL BREAKFAST

On September 22nd, the principals from Beckendorff Junior High and Katy Junior High, Mindy Dickerson and Scott Sheppard, along with parent organization representatives from each school, met for a KISD Sister School Breakfast held at BDJH and sponsored by the BDJH PTA. The morning was very well attended and a great relationship was kicked off for the 2011-2012 school year.

BECKENDORFF JH CHOIR NEWS

The Beckendorff Junior High Choir wowed the audience with their Fall Concert performance on Wednesday, October 19th at Seven Lakes High School’s Performing Arts Center. Directed by Janet Menzie, students showed off their hard work and talent to an adoring audience.

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Seven Lakes High School

SLHS 7TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA

These Seven Lakes High School Elves are getting ready for an evening of holiday festivities on Friday, December 9, 2011. Community members are invited to join us at Seven Lakes High School for the 7th Annual Holiday Extravaganza. This lovely evening will feature entertainment by the talented students of the SLHS Fine Arts Department. There will be a performance of beautiful and festive music at 7:30 PM in the Performing Arts Center.

The performance is free and open to the public. Band, Orchestra and Choir groups will be featured. Free-will donations will benefit the Fine Arts Department at SLHS. Dinner will also be available at 5:30 PM for the Holiday Extravaganza. Dinner reservations are by pre-sale only for $20. Each dinner features lasagna and chicken alfredo, caesar salad, breadsticks, dessert and drink. Vegetarian Lasagna or a dinner size Chicken Caesar Salad (gluten-free with no croutons) will be available by special order. Dinner entertainment will feature our renowned Sapphire Drill Team, the SLHS Jazz Band and dramatic presentations by Theater and Speech students.

A Silent Auction will complete your evening with the opportunity to do some unique holiday shopping. Kick off your holiday season with an evening of heart-warming student talent and support the Seven Lakes Fine Arts Program at the same time. More information and order forms for dinner reservations are available through the websites of Seven Lakes High School Band, Choir, Orchestra or Theater - accessible from www.katyisd.org. Contact Carol Zmick (carolzmick@yahoo.com or 281-693-0940) for more information.

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Back Row: Pearl Xin, Bernadette Charba, Esther Jang, Sonia Huang and Taylor Power (Grand Champion: Road to Recovery). Front Row: Zhuogun Xie, Gavin Chin (Reserve Champion: Makin’ Mom Proud) and Linda Xie.

SLHS ART STUDENTS

SPARTAN PERCUSSION TAKES FIRST PLACE AT FOSTER DRUMLINE CONTEST

Eight Seven Lakes High School Art Students made the auction at the Ft. Bend County Fair and Rodeo.

The Seven Lakes Spartan Band Percussion Section earned a 1st place finish at the Foster High School Drumline Contest on September 24th. Additionally, the bass drum section was awarded the outstanding bass line at the competition. The Spartan Percussionists performed their 2011 competition show, “Nuevo Mundo.” The forty Spartan percussion students are lead by Seven Lakes Associate Band Director David Reynolds.

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2011 -2012 SEven Lakes varsity boys basketball schedule

2011 - 2012 SLHS JV Squad Cheer Camp / Honors

The Seven Lakes High School Junior Varsity Cheerleaders attended the UCA cheer camp this summer hosted at Moody Gardens. The JV squad received 1st place honors for Extreme Routine Dance as well as 1st place in the cheer category. The squad sponsored by Coach Jaime Wilson also received recognition as All Around Superior Squad of the Week. In addition to these honors the JV Squad had 2 members named as UCA All American Cheerleaders: Captain - Alissa Fono and Captain - Sara Stout.

Congratulations to these students and their coach.

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Date Day Location Opponent Time Dec 1-3 Th-Sa SLHS/LMC Katy ISD Tourn TBA Dec 6 Tue Langham Creek Langham Creek 7:00 pm Dec 8-10 Th-Sa LBJ High Austin LBJ Classic TBA Dec 17 Sa SLHS-AG *Strake Jesuit 6:00 pm Dec 19 Mon SLHS-MS Fort Bend Kempner 6:00 pm Dec 20 Tue FB Marshall Fort Bend Marshall 6:00 pm Dec 27-29 T-Th Alvin Alvin Holiday Classic TBA Jan 3 Tue Morton Ranch *Morton Ranch 7:00 pm Jan 6 Fri SLHS *Mayde Creek 7:00 pm Jan 10 Tue Memorial *Memorial 7:00 pm Jan 13 Fri SLHS *Katy Taylor 7:00 pm Jan 17 Tue SLHS-SA *Katy 7:00 pm Jan 20 Fri Cinco Ranch *Cinco Ranch 7:00 pm Jan 24 Tue Strake Jesuit *Strake Jesuit 7:00 pm Jan 27 Fri SLHS-JH *Morton Ranch 7:00 pm Jan 31 Tue Mayde Creek *Mayde Creek 7:00 pm Feb 3 Fri SLHS-KYB *Memorial 7:00 pm Feb 7 Tue Katy Taylor *Katy Taylor 7:00 pm Feb 10 Fri Katy *Katy 7:00 pm Feb 14 Tue SLHS -PS *Cinco Ranch 7:00 pm Feb 20-21 TBA Bi-district Playoff Feb 23-24 TBA Area Playoff Feb 28 TBA Regional Quarterfinal Mar 3-4 Campbell Center Regional Semifinals/Finals Mar 9-11 Austin State Playoffs *District opponent

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Cinco Ranch High School student Christin Vogel Earns Silver Award

Christin Vogel, a member of Girl Scout Troop 17229, recently earned the Girl Scout Silver Award, the highest recognition a Cadette Girl Scout can achieve.

Her project consisted of conducting book drives and creating activity kits.

Christin held two different book drives. The children’s books were donated to the Harris County Hospital District. The teens’ books were donated to the Krause Center in Katy. The activity kits were assembled and divided according to age and gender; they benefitted the children coming into Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus Emergency Center. Christin also donated band-aids, stickers and bubbles to the TCH Emergency Center. Christin completed her Silver Award project earlier this year, while she was in the eighth grade. Christin is currently a freshman at Cinco Ranch High School.

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Cinco Ranch High School student Andrew Vogel Earns Eagle Rank

Andrew Vogel, a member of Boy Scout Troop 73, recently earned the rank of Eagle Scout. For his Eagle project, Andrew resurfaced part of the walking trails of the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. By covering up the existing crushed concrete with decomposed granite, the resurfacing project offers universal accessibility to people in wheelchairs, children in strollers and emergency vehicles. Andrew has held numerous leadership positions within his troop, such as Senior Patrol Leader, Patrol Leader and Order of the Arrow Representative. He is a Brotherhood member of the Order of the Arrow. He has also earned over 100 merit badges. Andrew completed his Eagle project earlier this year, while he was in the tenth grade. Andrew is currently a junior at Cinco Ranch High School. Troop 73 is chartered through Memorial Lutheran Church of Katy.

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PACK 542 HONORS THOMAS PARK WITH A TREE FOR ARBOR DAY

Thomas Park in Old Katy will be a little more colorful this fall thanks to efforts of the Cub Scouts of Pack 542. The Scouts spent a sunny Sunday afternoon planting a tree in honor of Arbor Day. Not only will the tree planting help beautify Thomas Park, but it helped the Scouts develop a sense of community involvement and giving back through service to the community.

The kids put some effort into life and they will see the benefits down the road, especially when they return to visit the Park after many years.

Pack 780’s Webelos Cub Scouts with Dr. Todd Johnson in the Trauma Room of Texas Children’s Hospital

Pack 780 Cub Scouts Tour Texas Children’s Hospital

The Webelos Den (10-year-olds) from Cub Scout Pack 780 recently toured the Emergency Room of the West Houston campus of Texas Children’s Hospital. Dr. Todd Johnson, a physician at the hospital and a father of one of the Scouts, led the tour. While in the hospital, the boys learned about different life saving equipment and procedures and also practiced first aid techniques.

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832-606-8682 Pack 780 is chartered by a congregation of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the South Katy area. All boys ages 8-10 are welcome to join. For information, please contact Cubmaster Brandon Walker at 281 394 2569 or bwalk20@hotmail.com.

L-R: Brandon Settle, Ryan Reed, Nicholas Stout, Nathan Yost and Ben Boozer

L-R: Taylor Stout, Chris Wilson, Zak Arafat, Payton Stout, Matthew Wright, Zachary Hebert Mikell Wright and Wanda Wright

Pack 925

Two groups from Pack 925 recently went to the Davis Mountains in Fort Davis Texas for a rare opportunity to spend one week camping and hiking.

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 e-mail Sam Randolph at sumosam@sumofam.com.

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Sports

Katy YMCA Programs

Register now for YMCA Winter Sports Leagues. Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or ymcahouston.org. Low fees! Scholarships available.

NFL Flag Football – ages 6-12 Volleyball – Ages 12-18 Drill/Dance Team – Ages 12-15

Basketball – Ages 3-18 Cheerleading – Ages 5-11

Winter Swim Lesson registration is going on now. Weekday morning, evening and Saturday sessions available. Private lessons also offered. Scholarships available.

CINCO BOYS LACROSSE

KYF Senior Varsity Saints Football and Cheer

On October 15, 2011, the KYF Senior Varsity Saints football players wore pink socks, pink mouth guards and pink sweat bands and the cheerleaders wore pink socks and pink hair ribbons to represent Breast Cancer Awareness month. The boys & girls loved representing a great cause and the team went on to win their game 35-22.

Based in Katy, Cinco Lacrosse strives to be the best of the best in lacrosse, both in sportsmanship and in skill. We play in Division I of the boys Texas High School Lacrosse League and compete against many nearby teams and also in various tournaments in the Houston area under the leadership of our professional coaching staff. If you attend Cinco Ranch, Seven Lakes or Pope John XXII high schools, you are eligible to join our team. Please see our website, www.cincoranchlacrosse.org to register or for more information.

i9 Sports

Registration is now open for winter Flag Football, Basketball, Soccer and Cheerleading leagues in Katy for kids ages 3-14! We focus on fun, skills and sportsmanship with a commitment to safety. Registration continues through Friday, December 16th). For more information, please visit www.i9sports. com or call 281-398-PLAY (7529).

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.

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Katy Bowling Mom’s Night Out

Do you enjoy bowling and making new friends? We will meet on the 3rd Thursday of each month, at 7:00 at Ten Pins Bowl, 19936 Saums Rd. Discount bowling and drinks. RSVP, Nataly at natalykrenek@hotmail.com.

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LADY SHARKS WOMEN’S GOLF ASSOCIATION (WGA)

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The Lady Sharks WGA are inviting new members to join our Thursday morning play day at Meadowbrook Farms Golf Club. Our purpose is to promote women’s golf and fellowship among our members while enhancing the understanding of The Rules of Golf and improving play. For more information, contact Edna Hemingway at 281-579-7621, ednahem@hal-pc. org or Michele Hurlburt at 281-398-7696, dmhurlburt@sbcglobal.net.

ATTENTION LADY GOLFERS

Katy Family YMCA has open volleyball for Y members on Tuesday and Thursday nights for adults only, from 8:00-10:00 PM. If you know the rules and can enjoy volleyball, please join us.

Men’s Drop-In Roller Hockey

Bear Creek Roller Rink is the home of Men’s Drop-In Hockey. All ages and abilities are welcome. No commitment is required. Just show up and play!!! Games are played every Sunday from 7-9 PM. For more information, please call Dave Bradford at 281-855-2615.

Please join us for a different golf outing every Wednesday morning. We are a small, fun group playing mostly around the west Houston area. Please contact www.golfinggals@yahoo.com or call Nancy at 281-550-2043.

Westside Golf League

Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun while improving golfing skills. For more information contact Sue Crookson at 281-392-4913 scrookson@houston.rr.com or Yana Dommert at 281-394-2481 yana@ entouch.net or Kathy Smith 815-715-3892.

Katy Valkyries Girls’ Lacrosse

The Katy Valkyries, a girls’ lacrosse league in the Katy area, is recruiting middle and high school girls to play in competition. Contact Liz Jones at 281 578-8439 or read more about the league on our website, www.katyvalkyries.com.

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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Church News & Events Church Events Current - A Christian Church BLUE CHRISTMAS

Blue Christmas is a special service specifically designed for those have lost a loved one and who are dealing with grief at Christmas time. The service will include a special message about managing grief at Christmas and a candle-lighting ceremony where each person can honor and remember their loved one.

Friday, December 2nd, 7:00 PM, Current - A Christian Church, 26600 Westheimer Parkway, www.christmasinkaty.com, 281-395-4722.

2nd ANNUAL A MERRY CHRISTMAS COOKIE WALK

Saturday, December 10, 2011 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Family Life Assembly of God 1012 S. Mason Road, Katy, Texas www.familylifeassembly.org 281-392-0637 Don’t have time to bake? Here’s a chance to buy delicious homemade Christmas Cookies for that special loved one or that last minute gift! Choose from an assortment of goodies that is sure to bring a smile to any holiday celebration!

Grace Fellowship UMC Kidz Christmas

Come join us at Grace Fellowship United Methodist Church December 23rd for Kidz Christmas. Starting at 4:30 PM we will have family activities including a modern day take on the journey to Bethlehem, live nativity, family pictures, and S’MORES! Then starting at 6:15 PM we will have a family Christmas service Kidz Style! What does this mean? We will have fun music, dancing, black-light puppets, the Christmas Musical “Dude, You Hear What I Hear” and a few more surprises your not going to want to miss! We look forward to celebrating Christmas with you and your family! Grace Fellowship United Methodist Church - 2655 S. Mason Road - 281-646-1300.

Covenant Lutheran Church Christmas Eve Worship

Covenant Lutheran Church (3785 Barker Cypress Rd) will offer two candlelight worship services on Christmas Eve, Saturday, December 24th at 7:00 and 11:00 pm. Please join us for carols, candlelight and communion, as we celebrate the birth of Jesus!

Creekside Community Church

Community Christmas Eve Service - Una Comunidad de Navidad Servicio - Servicios en Español e Ingles Dec. 24th, 5:00 pm (service in English and Spanish simultaneously) Community Christmas Service - Dec. 25th, 10:30 am Creekside Community Church - meeting at Woodcreek Jr. High, 1801 Woodcreek Bend Ln., Katy, Texas 77494. Contact or Information: 713-7054878, www.thecreekside.org

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Bible Studies Power for Today Bible Study and Prayer

“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself.

Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Matt 6:34

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CREEKSIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH

Community Bible Studies: Ladies Studies - Thursday Nights at 7 pm - Grand Parkway & Westheimer Men’s Bible Study - Saturdays at 7:00 am - Katy Mills Denny’s Youth Bible Study - Sundays at 4:30 pm - 542 Applewhite Dr. Couples Bible Studies - Tuesdays at 6 pm - Long Meadow Farms

Wednesdays at 7:00 pm - North Cinco Ranch

Thursdays at 7:00 pm - Silver Ranch For more information, call 713-705-4878.

“FOR THE BETTERMENT OF THE WORLD” BAHA’I FAITH OF FORT BEND COUNTY

Please join us for an informal devotional gathering, where we share music, prayers and inspirational readings taken from the major religions of the world, in an environment of unity and harmony. The Word of God, say the Baha’i Writings, provides inspiration, rejuvenates souls, gladdens hearts and renews one’s sense of purpose.

The devotional is held on the 2nd Sunday of each month, from 4-5 PM and will be followed by a sharing of thoughts, ideas and ways to apply spiritual principles to one’s day-to-day affairs. Refreshments will be served. For details on the location or for answers to any other questions you may have, please call the Baha’i Faith of Fort Bend County at 281-395-9026.

Church News

Volunteers and Brookwood Residents enjoy a Bike Rally at the Brookwood Community.

Katy LDS Churches Join with Brookwood Community for Bike Rally

On October 16th, Katy congregations from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) joined with the Brookwood Community for a special bike rally and carnival. The Brookwood Community is a residential

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facility and vocational program for adults with disabilities. The bike rally or BW15 provided residents with a fun, inclusive bike ride. Some Brookwood residents rode tandem bikes with volunteers from the churches. Others rode independently on either regular or specially modified bikes.

Church members from the Katy 3rd and 4th wards, two congregations from the south Katy area, provided food and drinks for the participants. The LDS volunteers also came to support the residents with cheering and encouragement. After the bike rally, the Katy churches provided a carnival with games and activities for the residents at the Brookwood community.

This event was part of a broader Houston-wide “Day of Service” in which many Houston area Latter-day Saint congregations participated.

The Brookwood community is located in Brookshire, Texas and provides an educational environment that creates meaningful jobs, builds a sense of belonging and demands dignity and respect for adults with disabilities. To learn more, visit brookwoodcommunity.org.

Epiphany of The Lord Catholic Church Ladies’ Club

Regardless of your present condition, Christy will help you improve while making the exercise fun and beneficial.

For more information, contact Mike Kelley at 281-492-0785. Kingsland Baptist Church is located at 20555 Kingsland Blvd. We are located across from Taylor High School Tennis Courts. For more information, you can visit us online at www.kingsland.org or call the church office at 281-492-0785.

ST. PETER’S UMC SENIOR GAME DAY (50+)

Mark your calendars for a fun day of games, at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Everyone is invited to play cards, board games, dominoes, puzzles, etc. every fourth Tuesday of the month. Bring a sack lunch and drinks will be provided. Enter on the west side of St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Drive and go to Room 106. If you have any questions, please call Richard Powell, 281-392-2941.

Bingo EPIPHANY BINGO

Senior Church Groups

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.

Kingsland Baptist Church Weekly Events for Adult 55+

St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church BINGO

We meet every second Friday of the month in our family center at 9:30 AM. All ladies are welcomed to attend. For any questions, please feel free to call Co-President Pat Conner, 281-394-5101 or Co-President Kathy Phillips, 281-347-5127.

Game Day - Meet with us every Wednesday in the Crawford Fellowship Hall from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM as we fellowship around the table playing Chicken Foot, Scrabble, Cards, etc. Bring a sack lunch (drinks provided) and we will eat together at noon.

Group Exercise Class - The exercise class for adults 55+ meets every Wednesday at 8:45 AM for 45 minutes of exercise led by Christy Kennedy, a group fitness certified instructor. This is a great time to enjoy like-minded folks who are strengthening and conditioning their body for the long haul.

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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

Craft Shows, Festivals & Bazaars Ladies Night Out The Shoppes’ at Brookwood

1752 FM 1489, Brookshire, TX 77423 Tuesday, November 29th From 5:00 - 8:00 pm Please join us for a Special Night of Christmas Shopping appetizers, food tastings, door prizes and more!! Revenues will help Brookwood operate independently of government subsidies and to help give innovative, educational and vocational opportunities for close to 200 adults with disabilities.

Epiphany of the Lord Frostyfest Craft Show

Epiphany of the Lord’s 17th Annual Frostyfest will be held December 3, 2011 from 9 AM until 3 PM at 1530 Norwalk Dr., Katy (South of I-10 off of Highland Knolls between Fry Road and Westgreen Blvd.). This show offers handmade merchandise from craftsman and artisans; no resale venders. In addition to the more than 80 venders, there will be a quilt raffle, silent auction, bake sale and photos with Santa.

Morton Ranch High SCHOOL HOLIDAY MARKET FOR PROJECT PROM 2012

We will be having a Project Prom 2012 fundraising event (Holiday Market with booths for crafts, etc.) at Morton Ranch Junior High, 2498 North Mason Road, Katy, Texas 77449 (not at the high school,) on December 3rd from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Interested vendors should contact the Holiday Market chairperson, Veronica Salazar at roni_salazar@yahoo.com.

Holiday Special Events 8th Annual CINCO RANCH HIGH SCHOOL Cougar Stars Holiday Parade of Homes

This traditional holiday event is brighter and more beautiful than ever! Mark your calendars for Dec. 1st and 2nd to visit six Katy area homes, each unique and beautifully decorated from whimsical and fun to elegantly traditional.

Special features include a beautifully decorated home by Curtain Call, a third story patio view over an outdoor oasis and a whimsical craft room you can almost vision Santa and his helpers working the night away in. Over the top decorations, a CRHS Bravo Choir appearance on Thursday and CRHS Orchestra Quartet appearance both nights, this will be an event you won’t to miss!

Tickets are $12 and available from your favorite Cougar Star or at the following retailers: Beau Kisses, Hauerlands, YaYa Club and Curtain Call.

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The Seven Lakes High School PTSA Presents The Spartan Showcase Of Holiday Homes!

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Tour a variety of stately homes beautifully decorated for the holidays.

Thursday, December 8th and Friday, December 9th 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Tickets: $12 In Advance - $15 At The Door Advanced Ticket Sales started November 21, 2011 at Seven Lakes High School 9251 S. Fry Road, Katy, TX 77494, 281-237-2800 SLHS PTA Website - www.sevenlakesptsa.com and Ace Hardware Cinco Ranch 1720 S. Mason Rd. Katy, TX 77450, 281-392-5200

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Journey To Bethlehem

Journey To Bethlehem has become a Katy Christmas tradition! Take your family on an amazing outdoor walking tour to Bethlehem and the birth of Jesus! On your journey you’ll encounter over 20 live animals and interact with dozens of characters as the events unfold leading up to the birth of the Messiah. Current - A Christian Church is located at 26600 Westheimer Parkway, www.christmasinkaty.com, 281-395-4722. Journey To Bethlehem is a free event.

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The Christmas Revels: Musical Theater in Celebration of the Winter Solstice

The darkest time of the year casts a powerful spell over nearly every culture in the northern hemisphere, and has given birth to countless ways of celebrating the winter solstice.

Many of the present-day holiday rituals in our country originate in the Nordic/ German traditions and come flavored with the spices of Europe. We invite you to take a little journey to early nineteenth-century Bavaria and the surrounding regions to explore the roots of modern Christmas.

As always, this interactive family friendly show will include superb music, lovely costumes, and traditional dances. Our adult and children’s choruses will add to the warmth, as will performances by accomplished guest artists, including an Alphorn duet and yodlers, who are genuine interpreters of Bavarian culture.

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A keepsake booklet containing information about the Bavarian celebrations and songs featured in the show is included with the ticket.

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Don’t miss this heartwarming event and join in with our nationwide family of returning Revels fans.

The 2011 Christmas Revels takes place December 10th-11th & 17th-18th Saturdays 2:30 PM & 7:00 PM · Sundays at 2:30 PM Wortham Theater, entrance 16 from Cullen blvd. at the University of Houston Campus, Houston, Texas. Ample parking space available. Tickets are $17.50 - $40.

For Tickets & Information 713-668-3303 or www.revelshouston.org, a non profit organization Revels Houston, Inc., P.O. Box 66829, Houston, TX 77266-6829, tune in to KUHF or call the Valk family at 281 398 0774.

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Covenant Lutheran Church Las Posadas

Covenant Lutheran Church (3785 Barker Cypress Rd.) is presenting its annual “Las Posadas” on Saturday, December 10th at 7:00 pm. Bring your friends and family to experience this symbolic journey by Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem. Las Posadas is a Mexican tradition carried out by a group of people who get together to honor the birth of Jesus. This outdoor event will feature drama, scripture readings, prayer, carols in English and Spanish, and a candlelight processional, followed by traditional Mexican food for everyone! All are welcome!

Two Churches, One Message: LDS and Catholic Churches Present Annual Christmas Concert

The combined choirs of Epiphany Catholic Church and the Katy Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will present their annual Christmas concert on Sunday, December 11, 2011, 7:30 PM, at Epiphany Catholic Church - 1603 Norwalk Drive in Katy. The concert will feature traditional Christmas music, as well as holiday songs from other cultures.

The event is open and free to the public.

For nineteen years, the two churches just across the street from each other have been combining their choirs for a Christmas Concert.

Living Word Lutheran Church cantata

The Choir of Living Word Lutheran Church will present the cantata “There Is a Rose” during their worship services at 8:00 am and 11:00 am on Sunday, Dec 11th. A chamber orchestra will accompany the choir for the presentation of the cantata composed by Robert Sterling and John Parker. “There Is a Rose” features many well-known Christmas carols such as Away in a Manger, Hark, the Herald Angels Sing, and Silent Night, as well as newly composed

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music. The congregation of Living Word Lutheran Church warmly invites you to join them and enjoy the music of the Christmas season by singing along or just listening. Cookies, coffee and juice will be served after each service.

For more information, please check the church website LivingWordKaty.org or call 281-392-2300, x213.

The EmPowerment Center’s Annual Christmas Toy Drive

Join us for a Ho! Ho! Ho! weekend beginning Saturday, December 17th at 9 am with food, fun, entertainment and special guest Santa and friends with toys for the girls and boys. Then on Sunday, December 18, 2011 at 9 am, come see, hear and enjoy the splendor of the Christmas Story by our Drama & Fine Arts Team in our Holiday Production along Santa and friends who will be giving out more toys to the kids. Everyone is welcome. For additional information, visit us online at www.beempowered.com or call our office at 281-578-3535.

Theater, Arts & Music Houston Family Arts Center

Performances are at Houston Family Arts Center Garza Main Stage, 10760 Grant Road, Houston, TX 77070.

2011-2012 Mainstage Season: The Sound of Music (Through - Dec 18, 2011 on the Garza Main Stage) A Lesson Before Dying (Jan. 20 - Feb. 5, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage) Seussical the Musical (Feb. 24 - Mar. 11, 2012 at the Berry Center) The 39 Steps (Apr. 13-29, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage) The Fantasticks (Through - June 10, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage Guys and Dolls (July 13-29, 2012 TAG production at the Berry Center) Season tickets are now on sale. For the best seating and lowest prices become a season ticket holder. The HFAC season package is arranged so

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that any six or more shows constitute a package and patrons get to pick which 6, 7 or 8! Patrons can select their seats online at www.houstonfac.com or call the HFAC box office at 281-685-6374.

GO TO http://www.houstonfac.com/id6.html for more information or to request an audition appointment.

Blood Drive Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center

Blood Drive will be held at the Katy Donor Center Saturday, December 3rd from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 1575 S. Grand Parkway @ Highland Knolls, Suite 600, Katy TX. 281-392-7902.

Donate and save three lives and get a t-shirt.

Misc Events

December 6th & 7th: Geology Rocks!

December 13th & 14th: Christmas in the Woods December 20th & 21st: no program - Winter break December 27th & 28th: no program - Winter break January 3rd & 4th: no program - Winter break January 10th & 11th: Being Green January 17th & 18th: Reptiles January 24th & 25th: Nature Detectives Jan. 31st/Feb. 1st: Mice & Squirrels

Houston Fire Fighters Making Houston the City with the Biggest Heart FOR MDA

It’s official, Houstonians through the Houston Fire Fighters raised a record breaking $509,961 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association making them the #1 Fill-the-Boot department in the country for the last 9 out of 10 years raising more than $6.3 million during that time.

NATURE PROGRAMS FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN

Enjoy the outdoors with your child, age 2 1/2 to 5, at Audubon nature programs (called the “Titmouse Club”) offered every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10:00 to 11:00 AM, from mid-September through mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Boulevard. The programs feature fun nature talks, stories, crafts, hands-on activities and walks in the woods. The cost is $5 per child or a 5-session card can be purchased for $20. The child must be accompanied by an adult during the program.

For more information, please visit www.houstonaudubon.org or contact docent@houstonaudubon.org or 713-464-4900.

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Upcoming programs include:

For more than 50 years fire fighters have helped MDA by filling their boots with donations from the citizens of their community. Houston Professional Fire Fighters Local #341 will begin their 2012 Fill-the-Boot fundraising campaign for the Muscular Dystrophy Association on Saturday February 11, 2012 during the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM. Fire Fighters will also be out March 10th, April 14th and May 12th to collect funds for the campaign.

The Fire Fighters rely on support and donations from the community for the success of the campaign. Proceeds raised during the street-side campaign will help support MDA services and research programs, including

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MDA’s outpatient clinics at Texas Children’s Hospital and The Methodist Neurological Institute. Money raised from Fill-the-Boot also sends young people ages 6-17 to MDA summer camp, held in Burton, Texas.

For more information, please contact MDA Director of Business Development Carrie Dalton at 713-522-3679 or cdalton@mdausa.org.

Explore the World Without Leaving Home!

Host an international exchange student through AYUSA International.

Learn the true heart and soul of a culture!

AYUSA International is a non-profit high school foreign exchange student organization. We welcome teenagers from over 60 countries worldwide and provide host family placement and ongoing supervision for 5 and 10-month academic programs. These exceptional young people look forward to a warm bond of friendship with your family and a rewarding cultural exchange.

Libraries & Parks MAUD MARKS LIBRARY

1815 Westgreen Blvd., Katy, TX 77450, 281-492-8592 LIBRARY HOURS - Mon. 1 PM - 9 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 9 PM, Wed. 10 AM - 6 PM, Thurs. 10 AM - 6 PM, Fri. 1 PM - 6 PM, Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM, Sun. closed.

We will be closed for Christmas, December 23rd – 26th and for New Year, December 31st.

Host families are asked to provide meals and a bedroom either shared or private. Students pay for all other personal expenses while in the U.S. Students for the new school year will need placement by the end of May at the latest.

To register online for any of the programs at the library’s website (www.hcpl. net), click on “Events Calendar” and select “Maud Marks.” Participants may also register by calling or by visiting the library.

All across the world, AYUSA students are eagerly awaiting their host family placement. Please call today and begin the adventure of a lifetime!

• Book Discussion Clubs - The Library hosts two book clubs that meet monthly. The Evening Book Club meets on the second Monday of the month at 7 PM. The Afternoon Book Club meets on the second Thursday of the month at 1 PM. If you are interested in joining either discussion group, extra copies of the books are available at the library. There are no dues and new members are welcome!

• Santa’s Ranch Open House - The holidays have arrived!! Join us at the library as we celebrate our Santa’s Ranch Open House on Friday, December 16th from 1-4 PM. Join Santa in his workshop for fun crafts and other treats. For the complete schedule contact the library.

• Share your Holidays Food Drive - On December 9th the library will once again be the drop off location for food donations in Channel 13’s annual “Share Your Holidays” Food Drive. The library has participated every year since it opened in 1993. All food donated will be distributed by Katy Christian Ministries and benefit families in the Katy area. The library will be accepting donations of food from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Friday, December 9th at the entrance of the library building. The drive begins early in order to allow commuters the opportunity to stop by on their way to work.

Call 1-888-552-9872 or email at staff@ayusa.org.

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• TechnoGifts for the Holidays - Trying to figure out what to give to that technology forward person in your life? Visit the library on Tuesday, December 13th at 7 PM for gift ideas this holiday season. Try out the latest gadgets in reading and gaming technology before you buy them including the Kindle2, SonyReader, Ipod Touch, Ipod, MP3 and more!

• 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. The next month’s classes will be on Tuesday, December 6th from 1:00 to 2:00 PM and on Saturday, December 17th at 10 AM. Pre-registration is required for the Saturday class ONLY. • Create Your Own Holiday Cards and Gift Tags - Are you interested in creating your own holiday cards and gift tags? On Tuesday, December 6th at 7 PM, there will be a class teaching the basics of how to create cards using Microsoft Publisher. Then, on Tuesday, December 20th at 7 PM, there will be a class teaching the basics of how to create gift tags using Microsoft Publisher. Come to one class or both! Seating is extremely limited for these classes. Please call the library to register. Basic keyboard and mouse skills are required. Classes fill up quickly, so don’t delay.

• Senior Moments Holiday Party - Happy Holidays! Seniors and mature adults are invited to join us for our first annual Senior Moments Holiday Party on December 20th at 1 PM. Celebrate the holidays by trying out our new Wii console. Don’t know how it’s done? Don’t worry, we’ll have people here to show you how it’s done. Refreshments will be included.

• Family Film Festival - Bring the whole family out to our family film festival this holiday season. Every day for the 2 weeks school is out, we will be showing a different mystery film complete with popcorn. Come on December 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 27th, 28th, 29th and 30th at 3 PM. Join us as we watch classic and new Christmas favorites. Unfortunately, we cannot print the titles here, but call the library or stop by for a complete list.

• Book Sale - The Friends of the Library will hold their next book sale on Saturday, December 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. Plus, members of the Friends of the Library are invited to a special book sale preview on Friday, December 2nd from 4:30-6 PM. Not a member of the Friends 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. The final storytime of each month will be a special storytime.

• 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. • Afternoon Art- Glue, paper, scissors, markers, fun and more! Come to the library and let imaginations soar. On Wednesday, December 14th at 4:30 PM, the library will host Afternoon Art for ages 6-11. These art programs normally last about one hour. All necessary materials are provided. No registration is required.

CINCO RANCH BRANCH LIBRARY (FT. BEND CO. LIB.)

2620 Commercial Center Blvd., Katy, TX 77494, 281-395-1311, Hours Mon. 12 Noon - 9 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 9 PM, Wed. 10 AM - 6 PM, Thurs. 10 AM - 9 PM, Fri. 12 Noon - 5 PM, Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM, Sun. Closed.

FORT BEND COUNTY LIBRARIES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S HOLIDAY

All branches of Fort Bend County Libraries will be closed Friday, December 23rd through Monday, December 26th, in observance of the Christmas holiday. Regular library hours will resume on Tuesday, December 27th.

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All Fort Bend County libraries will be closed on Sunday and Monday, January 1st and 2nd in observance of the New Year’s holiday. Regular library hours will resume on Tuesday, January 3rd.

Your online library is always open at www.fortbend.lib.tx.us for searching the catalog, renewing books or placing holds, downloading e-books or using the research databases. For additional information, contact the Public Information Office at 281-341-2677.

• CINCO RANCH NIGHT READERS’ TO DISCUSS ‘The Time It Never Rained’ - The Night Readers’ book club will meet on Thursday, December 15th beginning at 7:00 PM, in Conference Room 2. The literary-review club is free and open to the public.

• LIBRARY IS THINKING COOL AGAIN IN DECEMBER: When the staff at the library first displayed their “Think Cool” exhibit in December 2004, it snowed on Christmas Eve. Hoping that if they “Think Cool Again” really, really hard, the white, fluffy flakes might come again, the staff announces the return of the holiday exhibit and the magic of the season. Throughout the months of December and January, library patrons are invited to make a wish at the “Think Cool Again” display and to accept the staff’s wish for a safe and happy holiday season for all! Courtesy of the library branch staff, the exhibit of snowmen and snowflakes, reindeer and polar bears stands ready to welcome cooler weather to the Katy area once again. The collection of wintry items will be on display for public viewing during regular library hours.

• LIBRARY TO PRESENT INTRODUCTORY COMPUTER CLASSES: Adult Services staff at the library will present free, introductory computer classes.

The classes will consist of a hands-on introduction to basic skills for people who would like to learn more about using these computer programs.

• The “MS Excel Survival Basics” class for version 2007 will take place on Thursday, December 1st, beginning at 10:00 AM, in the Computer Lab. • The “MS PowerPoint Survival Basics” class for version 2007 will take place on Tuesday, December 6th, beginning at 10:00 AM, in the Computer Lab. • The “MS Word Survival Basics” class for version 2007 will take place on Tuesday, December 13th, beginning at 10:00 AM, in the Computer Lab.

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The classes are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, however and reservations are required. To register online for any of the programs at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Calendar,” select “Cinco Ranch Branch Library,” and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the library at 281-395-1311 or by visiting the library.

WEEKLY CHILDREN’S PROGRAM SCHEDULE

• Mother Goose Time: Tuesdays at 10:30 am, provides caregiver/infant activities and songs especially designed for the youngest book-lovers, from age 1 month to 12 months.

December 6th: Baby Dancing December 13th: Bells & Chimes December 20th: NO PROGRAM December 27th: NO PROGRAM

• Toddler Time: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 am - offers caregiver/child activities, stories and songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age.

December 1st: Bath Time December 7th and 8th: Five Senses December 14th and 15th: Winter December 21st and 22nd: NO PROGRAM December 28th and 29th: NO PROGRAM

Personalized Service 281-395-0182

email pets@katypetnannies.com Pet and plant care while you are on vacation, off on a weekend jaunt, or even daily while you are at work.

• Pre-school Story Time: where they hear stories, watch movies and participate in age-appropriate craft activities, beginning at 2:00 pm each Tuesday.

December 6th: Our Five Senses December 13th: Brrr!

December 20th: NO PROGRAM December 27th: NO PROGRAM

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• Pajama Night Story Time: Thursdays at 7:00 pm - gives families an evening option for the activities presented during the daytime.

December 1st: Soaping Up December 8th: Seeing & Hearing December 15th: Ice & Snow December 22nd: NO PROGRAM December 29th: NO PROGRAM • Kinder Korner - a time for kindergartners to enjoy stories, movies, crafts and other activities - takes place on Tuesdays at 4:30 PM. December 6th: Sensing Things December 13th: I’m Freezing December 20th: NO PROGRAM December 27th: NO PROGRAM • The After-School Break - crafts, movies, stories, and more for schoolaged children entering first through fifth grades - begins at 4:30 PM on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. December 7th: Snowflake Celebration December 21st: NO PROGRAM • The ‘Tween Café – for students in 5th and 6th grades - will take place on the 2nd Monday of each month, beginning at 4:30 PM. The program on December 12th will be “Game Night.”

PECKHAM PARK ACTIVITIES

These classes are free with priority to Harris Co. residents.

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 $30 (Check or money order only & No Refunds). This class is on Monday, January 9, 2012 at 12:30 PM-5:30 PM. Includes Adult CPR with AED, Infant/Child CPR and Standard First Aid. Registration will begin Monday, December 5, 2011 for Harris County Resident & those who reside with the Katy City Limits, Tuesday, December 6, 2011 for those who reside outside Harris County or the City Limits of Katy.

YOGA – This class exercises 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. CIRCLE OF FRIENDS 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 Steven Sides at 832-498-3666 or email askhck@yahoo.com. Must register for each session. Tuesdays, 6:00 PM7:00 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.

POOL -

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 – Call or come in to get schedule for lessons. Cost is $50.

ONGOING CLASSES LAND -

CARDIO-MUSCLE CONDITIONING - This class combines aerobics and muscle conditioning. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM.

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Internal Medicine • Family Medicine • Rheumatology At PrimeCare Medical Group, we are committed to providing excellent patient care and are focused on keeping up to date with the latest medical advancements.

We are here for you and your entire family and strive to build long-lasting relationships.

Ankur Doshi, M.D., Jeannine Wallace, P.A., Alexandra Gonzalez, M.D., Jessica Brady, M.D., and Naureen Ahmeduddin, D.O.

• Management and treatment of Chronic Medical Conditions such as High Blood Pressure, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, Hypothyroidism and Asthma

• Treatment and Care of Acute Illness such as Infections, Respiratory Illnesses, Joint and Back Pain, Allergies, Intestinal Disorders, Rash and Minor Surgical Procedures

• Preventative Healthcare and Wellness including Comprehensive Physicals, Vaccinations, Women’s Health, Smoking Cessation, Weight Management/Nutrition

• Rheumatology including treatment of Arthritis, Osteoporosis and Fibromyalgia • Cardiovascular Screening and Risk Reduction including Exercise Stress Testing, Comprehensive Laboratory Testing, Technologically-advanced Cardiovascular Screening tests

Call today to make your appointment at 713/464-9939 Or visit us online at

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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

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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.

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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 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.

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Local Mentors Needed to Mentor One Child and change two lives!

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. The Harris County Leadership Academy and Krause Center are in Katy and close to home. WE desperately need loving and caring Katy resident mentors for the 150 + boys that do not have have anyone visiting them! One CROSSROADS mentor says, “Volunteering through CROSSROADS has been a truly rewarding experience. I’ve mentored some really good kids who made some really bad choices and it’s been gratifying to get to know them, earn their trust and watch them grow.” Please consider devoting just one hour a week to the future of a needy child, many times you are their only visitors. Contact Susan Burden (Katy Resident) at 713-295-2784, sbcrossroads@gmail.com or visit us at www.

CROSSROADS-volunteers.org.

Pregnancy Help Center seeks new volunteers

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 281578-0078, Volunteer Services Coordinator. The Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston is a non-profit faith based organization.

SIRE, Houston’s Therapeutic Equestrian Centers

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.”

Nothing else can compare with therapy on horseback. Equine-assisted activities improve physical balance and coordination, mental acuity, emotional stability and social interactions. At SIRE, we see miracles on horseback happen every day. The work of our dedicated volunteers helps guarantee 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.

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While you’re busy living your life, who is making sure your financial goals are met?

Michael Fitzgerald, CFP®, CPA, CLU President

Kenneth Jackson, ChFC, CLU Retirement Planning Specialist 19901 Kingsland Blvd, Suite E Houston, TX 77094 (281) 236-4244

www.FitzgeraldWealthManagement.com Securities offered through AXA Advisors, LLC (NY, NY 212-314-4600), member FINRA, SIPC. Annuity and insurance products offered through AXA Network, LLC and its insurance agency subsidaries. Retirement Planning Specialist title awarded by AXA Advisors, based upon receipt of a Certificate in Retirement Planning from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Fitgerald Wealth Management is not owned or operated by AXA Advisors or AXA Network. AGE64213 (07/11)

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.

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.

Seeds of Hope

Seeds of Hope is encouragement and support for all families currently experiencing or who have experienced infertility in the past. We meet the 4th Thursday of each month. Come and encourage or be encouraged.

For more information contact Cathy Booth 281-395-7094 or b-booth@ comcast.net

VOLUNTEER KATY

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

become a Sunrise Volunteer

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.

Sunrise Assisted Living of Cinco Ranch is located at 21939 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, Texas 77450. We have partnered with Disney and the Helping Hands Network, please inquire to learn how you could qualify for tickets to Disney! For more information, visit our website at www.sunriseseniorliving. com.

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.

Fond Memories and Treasured Traditions Start Here…Enrich lives through your generous gift of service as a Sunrise Volunteer. Please call Ozzie Ausborn, Activity and Volunteer Coordinator, for opportunities and details, at 281-240-0500 or email cinco-ranch.avc@sunriseseniorliving.com.

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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 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

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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.

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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Now is the time to...

GET WET!!

Katy Christian Ministries needs volunteers

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 Donnie Sanchez at 281-391-5261 or email donnie.sanchez@ktcm.org for more info.

HealthBridge Volunteering

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New Construction • Service • Maintenance Also... Structures, Arbors, Pergolas, Fire Pits & Outdoor Kichens

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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 Volunteers 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.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED at BUCKNER HOSPICE OF HOUSTON

Buckner Hospice of Houston is in need of volunteers. We offer many different volunteer opportunities from Patient visits to office duties. Hours of very flexible to fit your busy schedule. You donate the number of hours you can.

Please contact Toni Cruse Volunteer Coordinator at 281-493-6800 or 713918-9320 for more information.

The Thomas A. Glazier Senior Education Center Has VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

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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KATY QUILTERS NEEDS HELP FOR CHARITIES

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.

Community Groups 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 KCM Sexual Assault Center is run by a staff of three permanent employees and a dedicated group of volunteers who manage many vital functions. The Center offers many volunteer opportunities for interested persons, including clerical, crisis hotline and direct contact jobs such as sexual assault survivor advocacy. All volunteers must obtain training offered by the Center.

Katy Christian Ministries Food Pantry provides: • Three day nutritionally balanced supplement of non-perishable food twice monthly • Hygiene items once a month • Birthday bags to our children for their special day • Fresh produce from yard gardeners & local farmers FYI • Referrals to WIC (Women, Infant, Child) government nutrition program for baby formula; dairy products.

• Red Barrels in Katy area grocery stores benefit KCM. • 100% of all financial donations are allocated per donor request!

Needs • Canned: Green Vegetables, Pork’n Beans, Carrots, Tuna, Corn, 8 oz.

Tomato sauce, Fruit, Macaroni & Cheese • One lb. bags of: Beans, Rice • Family Size: Bath Soap, Shampoo, Toothpaste, Toilet Paper • Soap: Laundry, Dish Donation Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Thursday from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Katy Christian Ministries, 281-391-3730 (24 Hr. Voice Recording), 5011 5th Street (Admin. Office), Katy, Texas 77093.

The Compassionate Friends (TCF)

The Compassionate Friends—Katy Chapter (TCF-Katy), a support group for parents who have lost a child, meets in the John Burns building of Kingsland Baptist Church, 20555 Kingsland Blvd., on the second Tuesday of each month. Members gather at 6:30 PM, the meeting begins at 7 PM and concludes around 9 PM.

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All bereaved parents, family members or close friends of parents who have lost a child are invited to attend the TCF-Katy meeting. There is no cost to attend, and participation is completely voluntary. The Compassionate Friends organization is not affiliated with any religious group. For more information about the TCF-Katy chapter, please visit our website, www. compassionatefriends-katy.org or contact Melinda Ginter, 281-492-1262.

The Compassionate Friends Houston West Chapter

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

If you want to drink, that’s your business; if you want to stop, that’s ours. To find a meeting near you or for other information call: 713-686-6300 or go to www.aahouston.org.

CANCER COUNSELING OFFERS FREE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP IN KATY/WEST HOUSTON AREA

• Weekly Pool Cleaning Service • Repairs • Renovations

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The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to assist families toward the positive resolution of grief following the death of a child of any age and to provide information to help others be supportive. The Houston West Chapter meets every second Monday, at 7 pm, at Tallowood Baptist Church at 555 Tallowood, room ET102. Information about The Compassionate Friends can be obtained on the internet at www.compassionatefriends.org and the Houston West Chapter can be found at www.tcf.tcu.edu/index.html or by calling Greg Williams 281-345-9707. The Compassionate Friends is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization and depends on support from the community to continue reaching and helping grieving parents. Donations can be mailed to: TCF Houston West, 16303 Salinas, Houston, TX 77095. Please include the name of the person being remembered so proper recognition can be made in our Chapter Newsletter.

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All cancer patients, their family members and friends are invited to join this Free Cancer Patient & Caregiver Group, on Thursdays, from 7-8 PM, at Christus St. Catherine Hospital, led by Kris Kerlin, LPC. Join us for encouragement, sharing experiences and emotional support. Collaboration with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

BEREAVEMENT GROUPS: 2nd & 4th Mondays, from 7-8 PM, at Christus St. Catherine Hospital, Katy.

Led by Kris Kerlin, LPC. Anyone who has lost a loved one to cancer is welcome at this group.

HISPANIC PATIENT & CAREGIVER GROUP: Thursdays, at 6:30 PM, Katy Medical Arts Building, 1331 West Grand Parkway North, Ste., 240, Katy, TX 77493. Please call prior to at 281-8440161.

For registration and information contact Cancer Counseling 713-520-9873.

Individual sessions, family therapy, In-home Emotional Therapy is available.

The mission of Cancer Counseling, Inc. is to provide free professional emotional therapy and education to cancer patients, their families and friends.

Free Mental Disorders Family Support Group

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

This NAMI Family to Family 12-week Education Course (2 1/2 hrs. per week) is for family members of persons with bipolar (manic depression), anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, severe depression and other neurobiological disorders. For information, please call Vi 281-893-2493 or Debbie 713-8495637.

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Family to Family Network Support for Families who have a Child with Disabilities

Family to Family Network is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping families of children with disabilities by providing information, referral, support, training, a mentoring program, a local leadership and advocacy training program, Lending Library and as well as a website created specifically for parents of students receiving special education services. The F2FKaty Chapter meetings are held during the day at Crosspoint Community Church and in the evening at St. Peters United Methodist Church. For more information call 713-466-6304. Please see Calendar of Events at page for a current schedule of Katy Events at www.familytofamilynetwork.org.

Depression Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)

The Depression Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) offers free, confidential support groups for people struggling with clinical depression or bipolar disorder (manic depression), as well as their families and friends. These are the support groups that meet in your area:

Memorial/Piney Point: Chapelwood UMC, 11140 Greenbay. Adults meet in Room W204, Young adults (18+) meet in Room 5 in Copeland Center.

Tuesdays, 7:00 PM.

Katy: St. Peters UMC, 20775 Kingsland Blvd. Adults Room S-209, Tuesdays, 7:00 PM. Adolescents group meets Mondays in room S-209, 7:00 PM, while the parents meet in room S-204 at 7:00 PM. Any questions, please call the DBSA office at 713-600-1131 or check out our website at www.dbsahouston.org.

Katy OCD/Anxiety Support Group for Parents

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. The purpose of this group is to support each other as we deal with raising children with OCD/anxiety/panic disorders. Does your child avoid social situations? Do they have unhealthy perfectionism or depression from anxiety? Come talk with us. We might be the right support group to find some answers, even if your child does not have a formal diagnosis. We will share resources with each other and offer advice. For more information check out our website: http://shyness.meetup.com/353/.

Katy Tourette Syndrome Support Group

The Katy Tourette Syndrome Association of Texas Support Group meets the second Wednesday of each month, from 7:00-8:30 PM, at Christus St. Catherine Hospital, in classroom B. There are concurrent adult and youth meetings. Adult meetings are varied with discussion, speakers and videos.

During the youth meetings, snacks, crafts and games are enjoyed. Pizza/ Video Game Nights and Holiday Parties are always a favorite. For more information, please contact the support group leaders, Daryl and Barbara Brister 281-395-5392 or email darbar4@comcast.net or visit the website at tourettetexas.org.

Harris county WIC PROGRAM

Services offered by the WIC Program include breastfeeding assistance and referrals for health and social services. The Harris County WIC Program operates thirteen sites, all of which offer evening and weekend hours. For additional information 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.

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ECI PROJECT TYKE

ECI Project TYKE is a year round Early Childhood Intervention program (ECI) in the Katy Independent School District that specializes in working with children who need extra help. The program provides developmental services to children who may need assistance in attaining developmental milestones or who may have a disability. Services are provided to children from birth to three where they live, learn, or play. ECI Project TYKE develops a supportive partnership with families by providing educational and emotional supports, which enriches the daily routines and relationships that will enable their child to reach his or her maximum potential.

Anyone (parent, family, friend, caregiver, professional) can refer a child to ECI Project TYKE. If you know a child under the age of 3 who needs assistance in at least one area of development or who has a medical diagnosis or condition impacting his or her development, please call ECI Project TYKE 281-237-6647 or make a referral on our website www.katyisd. org. ECI services are available statewide to help families. Early is best!!!!!

DIFFERENT STROKES

“DIFFERENT Strokes for Different folks�

Different Strokes is a wonderful group dedicated to serving and supporting people who have survived strokes themselves and for their caregivers.

Although our needs are different, care is given to fill the needs for all of us.

Different Strokes meets every Tuesday, at 10:00 AM, in the Senior Center, located at 13150 Memorial Dr., for fellowship, learning, sharing, exercising and loving. We meet together to share with one another. Please join us. If you have had a stroke or anyone you know has survived a stroke, please consider learning more about this group. We would love to have you. Call for further information: Kay Callahan 713-461-5604 or Roberta Owens 281463-3490.

The Arc of Katy

The Arc of Katy, a 501-C-3 non-profit organization, is devoted to enhancing the lives of those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc of Katy creates opportunities for all children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities that enable each person to be a participating and respected member of our community and to grow in mind, body and spirit.

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Membership in the Arc of Katy is open to everyone. The only requirement for membership is an interest in providing opportunities for our community members with intellectual and developmental disabilities. All Arc of Katy members are encouraged to attend The Board of Directors meetings at 7:15 PM on the first Thursday night of each month, at The Katy Christian Ministries Administration Building, 5011 East 5th Street, Katy, TX. General membership meetings are held three times a year with all members being notified in advance. You are invited and encouraged to join us.

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

Palmer Drug Abuse Program (PDAP)

PDAP is the only free outpatient substance abuse program for young people and parents in the greater Houston area. PDAP is spiritually based and is housed in churches. PDAP’s methodology is based upon the “Twelve Steps” of Alcoholics Anonymous. For Ages 12 to 17, call 281-870-9311 or for ages 17 to 25 call 713-647-8858.

DRUG AND ALCOHOLISM FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP

We are a group of men and women whose lives have been affected by either our own addiction or members of our family. We offer support and encouragement to help you manage your own life rather than focusing on others. We meet at Radical Recovery, 21811 Katy Freeway, D-110 Katy (behind Discount Tire). Our meetings are every Wednesday night from 7 – 8 PM. For more information call 713-632-5237.

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Home Encouragement

Do you still believe in marriage? We do! By celebrating the institution of marriage, while connecting families with personal and professional resources, Home Encouragement sets it sights on helping to reduce the divorce rate in the Greater Houston area. Home Encouragement is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that nurtures healthy marriages and strong families. We have many ways of doing this (please see website for details) and there is a special monthly event in the Katy area called Dinner and a Marriage. Our goal is to encourage married couples, as well as connecting them with Houston faith-based communities, family support systems and helpful individuals. For additional information, contact Kellie Hurst of Home Encouragement at 281347-LIFE or visit our website at www.homeencouragement.org.

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Behlmann Law Firm, LP Estate Planning & Asset Protection

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21218 Kingsland Blvd., Katy, Texas 77450 KATY ESSENTIAL TREMOR SUPPORT GROUP

The Katy Essential Tremor Support Group meets the first Thursday of each month, at the Heritage Grand Clubhouse, 25125 North Heritage Grand Circle, in Katy at 4:00 PM. For more information, you may contact Betty Ann Schwarz, Community Ambassador for IETF at: 281-347-2194 or email: schwarzrb@comcast.net.

The Katy Essential Tremor Support Group reaches out to persons of all ages, race and gender who suffer from tremors, a neurological disorder causing rhythmic trembling of the hands, head, voice, legs or trunk. Local support groups are sponsored by the International Essential Tremor Foundation (IETF), which is a charitable, not-for-profit, membership-based organization, which provides patient support, educates the healthcare community about ET and funds research about the disorder. One goal of this support group is to create a supportive environment where each person can openly talk, exchange ideas about the challenge of living with ET and listen to informative educational programs about the disorder. New members are welcome.

Katy ADHD Parent Support Group

The Katy ADHD parent group holds its monthly meetings 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. The meetings include a presentation by a guest speaker and an opportunity to share information and ask questions. There is no charge for attending the meetings and walkins are always welcome. If you should need any additional information or have any questions, please contact Laura Peddicord at 281-392-6064 or laurapeddicord@comcast.net. Occasionally we will combine meetings with other groups in the Katy area and not meet on our regular date, please verify the meeting date before your first visit.

GRACE FELLOWSHIP umc

Grace Fellowship United Methodist Church, located at 2655 S. Mason Rd., Katy, 77450, offers a safe setting for those who are hurting and healing from trials and difficulties of life. We offer the following biblically based support groups: • Parenting With Grace... Learning God’s timeless design for parenting.

• Marriage Matters... Take your marriage to the next level. (Men love this class!)

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• DivorceCare... For adults and children dealing with divorce.

• GriefShare... Dealing with the loss of a loved one.

• Care Creations... Fellowship in a creative atmosphere.

• HopeCaregivers… Encouragement while caring for a chronically ill loved one.

• Leah’s Friends… Women in an Extra Grace Required marriage.

• Recovery With Grace... Recovering from an unhealthy habit.

• Cradle of Hope… Infertility / Miscarriage.

• VIP (Victorious In Pink)... Women with cancer. First Monday each month at 9:30 AM. • Fresh Start... Single women seeking restoration after a difficult relationship.

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

St. Peter’s United Methodist Church sponsors and hosts support groups for people in our community who are dealing with difficult situations. Complete meeting information is available at www.stpkaty.org or by calling 281-4928031.

• ADHD Parent Support Group • Alanon • Alcoholics Anonymous • Alzheimer’s Family Support • Autism Support Group • CoDA (Co-Dependents Anonymous) • Depression Bipolar Support Alliance • The Gathering Respite Care for Homebound Senior Adults • Grief Share Group • Narcotics Anonymous • Open Hearts for Family and Friends of Gays and Lesbians • Overeaters Anonymous • Women’s Cancer Support Group St. Peter’s United Methodist Church is located at 20775 Kingsland Blvd. in Katy.

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CrossPoint Community Church

Celebrate Recovery is for those who want to celebrate God’s healing power in their lives through the Twelve Steps and the Eight Recovery Principles that Christ taught in His message from the Sermon on the Mount. It is uniquely designed for those who are seeking to recover from a wide variety of hurts, hang-ups, habits and addictions by sharing their experiences, strength and hope with one another. Celebrate Recovery meets at CrossPoint Community Church, 700 S.Westgreen Blvd. in Katy in the Warehouse at the SW corner of the property, every Wednesday from 6:30 – 8:30 PM. This is a free ongoing meeting, open to the public.

For more information, go to www.crosspt.org/classes or call 281-398-6464.

Weekly meetings at the following times and locations: • Katy: Saturday, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, at Katy Memorial Hermann Hospital, 23900 Katy Freeway, Meeting room Tiger A.

Eating Disorder Support Group

Eating Disorder Support Group meets in the Katy, Mason Rd area. If interested contact Brooke at bcarico222@aol.com.

West Houston Medical Center

West Houston Medical Center offers free monthly Weight Loss Surgery Support Groups. To inquire, please call 281-588-8657. West Houston Medical Center also offers free monthly Weight Loss Surgery Informational/ Educational Classes. To inquire or register, please call 281-588-8657.

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) call for appointment, 281-391-0190.

Open Hearts Support Group for Families and Friends of Gays and Lesbians

The disclosure of a loved one’s homosexuality affects parents, family members and friends in many different ways. Dealing with a reality that may never have been anticipated can be challenging. St. Peter’s United Methodist Church is offering a safe and affirming setting for those who desire understanding and support as they seek to come to terms with this fact. We meet the third Thursday of each month from 7 to 9 PM, in room E225 of St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, at 20775 Kingsland Blvd in Katy. Childcare is available by reservation. For more information and to verify meeting times, contact Elaine Saunders at 281-492-8031.

FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY ANONYMOUS (FA)

Are you having a hard time controlling the way you eat? Have you ever wanted to stop eating and found you could not? Do you eat differently in private than you do in front of other people? Would you like help from others who have found a solution to food addiction? You are not alone, today there is a solution. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) is a recovery program for people who suffer from overeating, undereatinand bulimia. The program is based upon the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. There are no dues or fees and FA is open to anyone who wants to stop addictive eating. You visit the web site at www.foodaddicts.org to find out more about FA or call the FA World Service Office at 781-932-6300.

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Katy FAS Family Support

If you know what the acronyms FAS, ARND or FAE stand for then this is the place for you! A new support group is starting for families with children who are on the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum. This group will meet once a month at a designated location to share our stories, talk about our challenges and discuss strategies. Adoptive parents and birth parents are welcome. If you are interested in being a part of this, please send an email to fasupportkaty@ gmail.com.

Katy Autism Support Group

Katy Autism Support Group meets the third Tuesday of each month at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd., from 7 PM to 9 PM in Asbury Hall. Speakers address a variety of topics relevant to autism spectrum disorders and time is allotted for parent networking. For more information, go to www.katyautismsupport.org.

Weight Loss Surgery Support at Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital

Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital offers, free of charge, Weight Loss Surgery Support Group meetings. Our mission is to provide support for those who have undergone or are contemplating weight loss surgery in an open and safe environment. We invite you and your significant others to join us as you follow your own path with bariatric surgery. Anyone may attend. Meetings are held the fourth Thursday of each month, at 6:30 PM in the Tiger A Conference Room.

Diabetes Support Group of Katy

Meets quarterly at Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, 23900 Katy Freeway, in Tiger Conference Rooms A & B from 6:30-8:00 PM. Meetings are free and open to everyone. For information on the meetings, call 281-644-7055.

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Holy Covenant umc offers weekly Support GroupS

GRIEF SUPPORT: This group is designed to offer emotional support to those who have lost a loved one. Group meets every Monday evening at 7:00 PM in Room 126 of the church office. For more information, please see our website at www.holycov.org or call the church 281-579-1200. We are located at 22111 Morton Road, Katy, TX 77449 (West of Mason Road).

DIVORCE CARE CLASS: This is a 13-week video and discussion-based Bible study that provides support and healing for separated and divorced adults. Topics include subjects such as anger, sadness, forgiveness and support for children of separation or divorce. More information is available at www.divorcecare.org. Childcare is available at no cost. Class started on September 14, 2010. Class will be held every Wednesday night at 7:00 pm. Please feel free to join us for dinner starting at 6:00 pm for a minimal fee. For more information, please visit our church website at www.holycov. org. The church is located at 22111 Morton Road, Katy, TX.

Katy/West Houston Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Support Group

Katy/West Houston Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Meetup Group - meetings are to provide information and support for sufferers and their families regarding any of these or related disorders. Will hold meetings in Katy monthly. Can sign up for more info at meetup.com (search fibromyalgia and Katy TX to find us), email vtway@comcast.net or call 281-705-4395, Vickie Tway - Facilitator, for other information and meeting schedule.

HOPEKEEPERS

Hopekeepers is a gathering place for those with a chronic illness or pain to support and connect with others while learning about the greater purpose God has for each of us. The national web site is restministries.org for more information or come to one of the local support groups. Grace Fellowship United Methodist Church (2655 S. Mason Rd) on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10:30 AM. Epiphany of the Lord Church (1530 Norwalk Dr) on Mondays at 6:30 PM.

PTSD SUPPORT GROUP DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW?

I feel like the horrific event is happening all over again. I have nightmares and flashbacks of the event. I stay away from crowded places that remind me of the event. I jump and feel very anxious when something happens without warning. I have a hard time trusting or feeling close to other people. I get mad very easily. I feel guilty because others have died and I lived. I have trouble sleeping and my muscles are tense. There are many characteristics that may be signs of Post-Traumatic Stress (PTSD). If you recognize some or all of these symptoms; you may want to seek help. YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Group meeting at Memorial Drive UMC, 13194 Memorial Drive. Call 713-468-8356 x119 for fates and times.

Parenting Groups • LA LECHE LEAGUE OF KATY AND WEST HOUSTON - Methodist West Houston Hospital, 18500 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77094. Daytime Meetings 1st Wed. of month, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, Evening Meetings, 4th Mon. of month, 7:00-8:45 PM. For further info., please call: Susan 281829-6833, Maria 832-606-9932 (Spanish). La Leche League International’s website is: www.lalecheleague.org.

• MOMS Club of Katy - please email momsclubkatyse@yahoo.com. You can also contact Jamie Ensminger, Membership VP: 832-493-1507.

• MOMS @ Second - West Campus - Cost is $40 for entire year.

Childcare provided for a minimal cost. For more info, call Faye at 713-4653408 x 1007.

• Bear Creek Baptist MOPS – Meets the second and forth Friday of each month at 9:30 AM. The cost is $10 per meeting for childcare and

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MOPS dues. For more info, contact Kristi Brock at Kristig8@hotmail.com or 281-858-4202.

• Katy Moms In Touch International group - For info., call Leslie Power at 281-392-2357 or visit www.MomsInTouch.org on the web.

• Mothers’ Share Group - meet Thursdays, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM following the KISD schedule; at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, TX 77450 in Room E221 (upstairs). For more info. or to confirm childcare, contact St. Peter’s UMC at 281-492-8031 or www.stpkaty.org.

• Mocha Moms - a Stay-At-Home Support group for women of color. For more info, contact Hesma at 281-762-0262 or www.mochamomswesthouston. org.

• iBLOOM - young Moms…come share Monday mornings with us. Visit online at www.whatisgrace.org/ibloom. Grace Fellowship UMC, 2655 S Mason in Katy.

• REAL MOMS OF KATY PLAYGROUP - This group is down to earth and drama free. Learn more at www.meetup.com/Real-Moms-of-Katy.

• All Moms of Katy - come run AMOK with us! Contact membership at allmomsofkaty@gmail.com to get involved.

• KATY AREA PARENTS OF MULTIPLES (KAPOM) - meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at Crosspoint Community Church, located at the corner of Kingsland Blvd. and Westgreen Blvd. in Katy. For more info., please email membership@kapom.org or visit our website www.kapom.org.

• Katy Parents of Gifted and Talented Support group (KPGT) - an advocacy organization dedicated to promoting quality educational services for the gifted students in the school district. Visit our website at www.kpgt.org for a printable membership form.

• Katy Association of Child Care Professionals - meets the third Wednesday of each month at the MUD #81 building located at Cimarron Parkway and Hidden Canyon. Refreshments are served. For more info., call 281-578-6376 or 281-392-0989.

• PARENTS WITHOUT PARTNERS - For more info. about Parents Without Partners International, check out our website at www.parentswithoutpartners. org or Parent with Partners Greater Houston Chapter #63 at www. pwphouston.org. Contact Barbara 281-469-5646.

• FAMILY TO FAMILY -an organization dedicated to helping families who have a child with disabilities. For more information, please all Joanie or Carolyn at 713-466-6304 or go to www.familytofamilynetwork.org.

• Breath Of Life Children’s Center Clinic - We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. For questions, please call 281-398-7353.

• MEMORIAL HERMANN KATY HOSPITAL - offers parenting classes, for info. call 713-222-CARE. • West Houston Medical Center - offers parenting classes. To inquire or register, please call 281-588-8065.

Community & Commerce Gruops POLITICAL INTEREST GROUPS: • KATY AREA REPUBLICANS KATY’S CONSERVATIVE VOICE - For info., contact Kate Diehl at 832-643-0378 or ktuqt@consolidated.net or check our Face Book page or our website www.katyrepublicans.com.

• West Fort Bend County Republican Women – For more info., contact Susan at 281-633-2277 or BurgerBizInc@aol.com.

• Katy Area Democrats - meets 3rd Tuesday of the month at Briarchester club house at 7:00 PM. For info., contact Pat Darwish 281-6470986, visit ww.katydemocrats.org or email atydems@hotmail.com.

• Katy Mommy Patriots - moms meeting to join the fight to protect our children’s future by getting involved in community and political events. Meets twice a month. For more info., call Kelly Horsley 281-858-8830 or Martha Mathis 832-321-4854. rotary clubs: • The Rotary Club of Katy Sunrise (RCKS) - meets every Tuesday morning, at 7:00 AM, for breakfast at The Club at Falcon Point, guests and visitors welcome. For more info. visit www.katysunriserotary.com.

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• The Rotary Club of Katy - meets each Thursday, noon to 1:00 PM, at Hasta La Pasta, 1450 Grand Parkway, Suite E. For more info., call 281392-0045 or www.katyrotary.com.

• WEST HOUSTON ROTARY CLUB - Tuesdays, 12:15 PM, West Houston Omni, North Eldridge at Katy Freeway. 281-627-0662. toastmasters: • Katy Toastmasters - meets the first three Thursdays of each month at 7:30 PM at The Carriage Inn, 1400 Katy-Flewellen Road (I-10 south and Pin Oak Road). Visitors are welcome! Contact Jody White at 713308-3842 or jody-white@consolidated.net or visit our website at http://katy. freetoasthost.org/.

• Park 10 Talkers Toastmasters Club - meets every Thursday at 11:45 AM at NACE, 1440 South Creek Dr, Houston, 77084, telephone 281-228-6287. For more info. on Toastmasters, go to www.toastmasters.org.

• Easy Risers Toastmasters - meets every Tuesday morning from 7 - 8 AM in the Fulbright Tower located at 1301 McKinney. For more info., contact Ed Young at edyoung2@hotmail.com. business/networking: • West Houston’s (CBMC) Christian Businessmen Committee - meet at various times and places. For more info call Houston Metro Office 713-688-4343 or visit www.houston.cbmc.com or www.cbmc.com/index.htm.

• American Business Women’s Assoc. Katy Charter Chapter - meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at Hasta La Pasta (Katy) 6:00 PM. Networking begins at 6:00 pm, dinner and meeting at 6:30 pm. Email RSVP’s and inquiries to abwa.katy@gmail.com.

• W. Houston Chapter, Intern’l Assoc. of Admin.

Professionals (WHIAAP) - meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Hilton Garden Inn (south side of I-10 at Dairy Ashford), 12245 Katy Freeway, Houston 77079. (Caroline Champness CPS/CAP caroline. champness@bp.com).

• ABWA west houston network - meets the second Thursday of each month, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, at The Cellar Door. For more info. or to RSVP, visit our website at www.whenabwa.org.

• Business Network International - KATY - meets every Thursday, 7:00 - 8:30 AM, for breakfast and business networking, at The Club @ Falcon Point, 24503 Falcon Point Drive, Katy, Texas 77494. Please RSVP, Ron Orlando 281-398-5661. For more info. on Katy BNI, go to www. katybni.com.

• (BNI) Business Network International - Cinco Ranch meets each Tuesday morning at 7-8:30 am at Willowfork Country Club at 21055 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, Katy, TX 77450. For info., Len Tierney at 713-824-6960 or go to www.bnihouston.com and search for Cinco Ranch Chapter in Katy, Texas.

• InHouston-Katy PremIer Professional Business Networking - meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 4:00-8:00 PM at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. For info., call Gail Stolzenburg 281-493-1955, gail@freedomnow.net or Newell Cheatheam 713-385-3622, newell@newellcheatheam.com or http:// inhouston.ning.com/events InHouston-Katy.

• BIZPACK - “Connecting People in Business and Life” Networking And Breakfast $5: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:309:00 AM at Carriage Inn 1400 Katy-Flewellen Road. For info., call Jane Moughon at 832-455-4579 or email janemoughon@gmail.com.

• THE ULTIMATE FITNESS AND WELLNESS NETWORK - Meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM. Membership is free. For more information, contact Karen Narum 281-871-8920 or fitnessjourney@ live.com. neighbors/welcome: • KATY NEIGHBORS’ COFFEES - Meets monthly on the last Tuesday, at 10 AM, at members homes. There are no officers of this club and membership is free to all. For more information please contact 281-5788-2078 or 281395-1730.

• Welcome Wagon Club of Katy - please call Sharon at 281-3921658, or email welcomewagonclubkaty@yahoo.com.

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misc community groups: • The green Trails Ladies Club - For more info., call Helen Connolly at 832-577-7177.

• The Greater Katy Exchange Club - meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM, at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. $15, includes dinner and guest speaker. For info., www.KatyExchangeClub.com or call Newell Cheatheam at 281-3923034 or Kyle Simmons 281-497-7180 or www.KatyExchangeClub.com.

RSVP is required.

• The Katy Singles (over 35+) Meetup Group - a social club with free membership. Events are held in the Katy area. To learn more visit http:// singles.meetup.com/1676.

• Texas Coastal Cattlewomen (TCCW) - meets on the third Wednesday of each month, at various locations throughout the Houston area. For more info., contact Sue Dinges at 281-238-8382 or cell 281-3811987.

• KATY ROCKS - Mix, mingle, socialize and network with singles ages 35+ Group has a variety of events each month. For more details, visit www. meetup.com/Katy-Rocks.

• BP Partners - Local organization for the spouses and partners of BP employees. Monthly activities. For membership info., contact Phyllis Crouch at phylliscrouch@comcast.net or www.bppartnershouston.com.

• KATY AREA RETIRED EDUCATORS - meets at 11:30 AM, on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, September through May, at the Merrell Center in Katy. For information contact Luanne Zacek at 281-391-8464 or lzacek@hotmail.com.

• Commute Solutions - To learn more about Commute Solutions’ vanpooling programs, and their other commute alternative programs, please visit www.vanpool.org or call METROVan at 888-606RIDE or miniPOOL at 866-474-mini. For more info. www.commutesolutionshou.com.

Craft & Hobby Groups • Nottingham Country Garden Club of Katy - We welcome all people interested in gardening and the environment, from the West Houston and Katy area. You do not have to live in Nottingham Country to belong to our organization! For more information about the club, please call 281-394-2827 or 281-395-2154.

• american sewing guild in katy - meets 3rd Wednesday of every month from 1 to 3 PM at Quilt & Sew, 829 Mason Rd., Katy. For more info., go to www.asghouston.org.

• The Pride of Texas Decorative Artists - meets 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM. We meet at Bear Creek Community Center off Patterson Rd. in Bear Creek Park. For more info., call Gloria Ware 281-4920246.

• WEST HOUSTON QUILT GUILD, 3rd Wednesdays, 7:00 PM Salt Grass Building on Bear Creek Drive, near the Farm and Ranch Club, off Hwy. 6, For more info., check our website at www.whqg.org.

• KATY QUILTERS, Time and place will be scheduled in the Katy Area. Call the Katy Quilters, Shari Medford at 281-635-3000.

• The Bluebonnet Stencilers of Texas - meets 1st Monday of the month from 6:30 - 9 PM at the Tracy Gee Community Center, 3599 Westcenter (One block east of Sam Houston Toll Road west). For more info. concerning meetings, call 281-370-2005.

• KATY AREA KNITTING GUILD – Last Monday of the month, 6:30 PM, Spring Creek Barbeque on Westgreen & I-10.

• The Houston Pond Society – Meets first Saturday of each month at a member’s home. For more info., please visit our website www. houstonpondsociety.org.

• West Houston Chapter of the Romance Writers of America - meets 2nd Saturday of each month. Visit us on the Web at www.whrwa.com for more info. on upcoming events. For more info. Chuck or Carol 281-550-8679.

• FAIRBEE SQUARE AND LINE DANCE CLUB - dances each Thursday night, 7:30 – 9:30 at Memorial Drive Lutheran Church, 12211 Memorial Drive @ Gessner. Info. may be obtained by calling Jerry & Nanette Tucker 281-498-3057 or nanette@hotmail.com.

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Classified Ads FOR SALE

Elegant pool table, builder Imperial International Pool Tables, in great condition, has only been used in rare occasions. Top cloth burgundy, side laminated cherry wood, two one inch thick slate pieces, top lamp and utility rack all included, plus accessories. Asking price, $900. 281-844-6896.

3 Rod iron Ethan Allen bar stools, $300 each; small Ethan Allen kitchen table, $250; black TV console, $200; green bench with matching cushion, $150. Call 832-437-3515 or dmconkle@yahoo.com.

Boehm porcelain nativity set. Six pieces, bisque finish, JMJ plus three angels in original boxes, $1,700 list, must sell $750. See each piece at boehmporcelain.com. Search BSB1 thru BSB6. John 281-392-7263.

2 Hyper Speed bikes, mint condition, paid $150 each, selling for $35 each, red and black, looks like a motor cycle. Call 713-298-9537.

Free for the taking: Standard 4’ X 8’ pool table, three piece slate, need space for playroom for grandchildren. Call Jim for info. 832-866-6385.

Rainbow Play System: 2 swings, 360 tire swing, 3 station swing beam, Jacob’s rope ladder, knotted rope w/ disc swing, slide, playhouse and more.

Asking $1,400 OBO. Contact Joe 832-654-8886.

Yamaha GH1B beautiful piano, polished ebony, like new, purchased in 2002, $7,000 OBO. 281-398-6870.

Prom dresses, both long and short dresses, various colors and sizes; white bridal gown used for NCL presentation. Prices negotiable. 281-392-6518.

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Kenmore 27” gas dryer, 800 series white, $300; Whirlpool Gold washer Ultimate Care II, white, $200. Both excellent working condition. 281-5135612.

Office Setup: Full size dark cherry executive desk, rear section & hutch; dark cherry solid bookshelf; roll-up dark cherry floor mat (for carpet or tile); brush nickel / cherry floor lamp. Total Value $1,700. Very good condition 832-5106489.

Sr. 5th Deg. Black Belt & Success Coach

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Omega Pro II Racquetball Racket with zip case, never used, $35; 8” animal gold trim/porcelain (some) plates, $15 - $20 each; Emmot Kelly clown, numbered/framed lithographs, $75 - $100 each. Cheryl 281-543-2409.

Sliding mirror doors (one pair) for a wardrobe or closet, each door is 39 “W x 79”H, together the doors will be good for a 78”W X 79”H wardrobe or closet, comes with upper and bottom alum guide rails, the doors are similar to IKEA PAX MALM ward robe article # 900-745-72, picture available, asking $205.

Contact School8007@aol.com.

AUTOMOTIVE

Rare 1967 Pontiac Firebird convertible, re-built, under warranty, 400 Pontiac motor-not matching no., less than 400 miles, totally restored, yellow with black interior, new paint, new disk brakes, new suspension, new interior & new black top with cover, new custom sound system, $24,000. Firm. 281455-5543.

1996 Buick Roadmaster Ltd: White, leather seats, 76K miles, good condition, $4,500. Call Richie Anderson 281-463-1712.

89 Toyota pick up, 4 cylinders, very clean and in great running condition, $2,800. 281-744-2779.

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HELP WANTED

A local State Farm agent is seeking highly motivated telemarketers to work in a fun, upbeat office environment. Applicants should have telemarketing experience and reliable transportation. Please email resume to Tom@ TomZellers.com for more information.

Experienced groomer, with minimum of 2-3 years of hair cutting experience (not your own dogs). Fill out application at 18310 FM 529. No calls.

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 are 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.

Looking for part-time pest control technician for Gotcha Pest Control. Call 281-531-5113 or fax resume to 281-531-1502.

Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff. Must have experience working in a licensed childcare facility, be flexible and dependable and have a passion for early childhood education. Call 281-401-9828 or send resume to info@discovery-schoolhouse.com.

Michelle’s Salon is looking for good experience hairstylist, massage therapist, nail tech and esthetician, lease or commission. 832-878-1052.

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Now hiring Security Officers. Part time/full time on the job training. No experience necessary. Professional & reliable retired welcome. Must provide TDL, Soc. Sec. card, (clear criminal history). Excellent benefits, all shift available. Call today & set up interview. 281-759-1010. 1035 Dairy Ashford, Suite 225, Houston TX, 77079.

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.

Dental Hygienist needed part-time, minimum 3 years experience, 2 days a week, 7 AM-4 PM, 9 AM-6 PM, days flexible, San Felipe/Voss. Fax Resume to 713-974-4760.

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

281-861-0394.

Position available for an experienced hair stylist with a great attitude and good clientele. Benefits available. Call Images Hair Studio at 281-256-2286.

Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900.

A growing residential construction co. locally owned & operated looking for advancement minded English speaking individual w/truck & tools. Call for more information 713-591-7825 or 713-446-6989.

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Paralegal - Katy area law firm looking for candidate with 5+ years experience.

Ideal candidate should be proficient in Word and WordPerfect, be a selfstarter, possess excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Send resume & salary requirements to 281-398-1380.

Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment info. 281-646-9928.

PETS FOR SALE

Shih Tzu adorable puppies. 281-743-3500.

Cavalier King Charles playful healthy little puppies for sale. 281-492-6763.

LOST & FOUND

LOST CAT REWARD: “Tube.” Neutered male, 10 lbs,. solid color blue gray silky fur, gold eyes, one missing and one chipped front tooth, current immunizations, microchipped. Medical records are at Kingsland Blvd Animal Clinic. ‘TUBE’ has been a member of our family for 10 years and we miss him. If you see our precious cat ‘Tube,’ please call us right away and we will come pick him up. He’s shy around strangers and will probably run from you if you approach him. However, if you have a way with animals, you may be able to sweet talk him into your home. Thank you for your help. 713-3060805 (Carole) or 281-674-6311 (Bob).

HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE

Bay House in Sargent, waterfront property with boat access to house, built in 2003. 2 BR’s, 2-car garage, vaulted ceilings, central AC/heat, storage shed attached to house, carport, enclosed stairway, water & sewer system. Call Bill at 979-429-6853.

HOMES FOR LEASE

3-2 spacious home in Katy, $1,200 monthly. Call Fred or Nataly 281-3472494 for info.

TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES

Las Vegas Timeshare - On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen, dining & living; jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s/2 Phones, 2 pools outside building, fitness room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days $355 - 7 days $500. No added fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409.

Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar Creek Cabin, new 2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front porch, satellite TV, beautiful views, abundant wildlife, Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park, sleeps 8.

Call 866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more information.

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Due to the amount of space involved and the response of those wishing to publish a Novena to St. Jude, a Novena to St. Jude will be published along with a list of initials of those wishing to publish one. We are sorry, but we cannot make exceptions. $5 Charge for each Novena per area. Please specify which area you would your Novena to appear in. - Krenek Printing.

NOVENA TO ST. JUDE

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world, now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude help of the hopeless, pray for us. Say Novena 9 times a day for 9 days. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you St. Jude – MLA, MLA, DBI, SD, LHA, LH-A,

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Pet Shelters & Organizations ADOPT A PET - ADOPT A CAT, a non-profit cat shelter, has cats available for adoption at the Petco at Hwy. 6 and FM 529 on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from 12:30 to 5:00 PM. Pets of the Week are always at Petco and available for adoption. The $70 fee includes spay / neuter, FeLV and FIV testing, some shots and de-worming. Call 281-580-6652 for more information.

Citizens for Animal Protection is a Non-Profit shelter MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIFE OF AN ORPHAN ANIMAL - ADOPT - Located at 17555 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77094. We are a unique example of humane housing for homeless animals & open 7 days a week.

CAP’s Pet Supply Shop has everything you need for your pet or for the people that love them and at a reasonable price. Monday - Friday, 11 AM - 5 PM, Saturday 10 AM - 4 PM and Sunday, 1 PM - 5 PM. For more information, call 281-497-0591, www.cap4pets.org.

FRIENDS OF BARC - a 501c(3) non-profit corporation that supports the humane care and treatment of animals. Cats and dogs at BARC are longing for forever homes. Visit BARC at 3200 Carr St., Monday - Friday, 11:30 AM -5:30 PM, Saturday - Sunday, noon - 4:00 PM. Or you can see animals at one of our many PetSmart adoption locations listed on our web site. Donate - Send a tax-deductible donation to Friends of BARC. Donate online or send a check to Friends of BARC Inc., P.O. Box 70315, Houston, TX 77270. Spay or Neuter - Encourage friends and family to spay or neuter their pets. Foster - Save lives by getting animals out of the shelter and preparing them for their forever homes. Volunteer - We have many volunteer opportunities including transporting animals to adoptions, counseling prospective pet parents and walking and bathing animals at the shelter. To learn more, visit www.

FriendsofBARC.org or call 713-229-7300.

GOLDEN BEGINNINGS GOLDEN RETRIEVER RESCUE is a non-profit organization, staffed solely by volunteers, devoted to providing rescue and necessary veterinary medical care for unwanted, neglected, abused, homeless and displaced Golden Retrievers. We strive to place our Goldens in adoptive homes where they will receive a lifetime of love. Call 281480-4942 or visit our website at www.gbgrr.org. GBGRR, PO Box 19848, Houston, TX 77224-9848.

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Horse rescue needs members, foster homes and contributions. www. bluebonnetequine.org or 888-542-5163.

Noah’s Ark is an independent community-supported non-profit animal shelter that provides humane shelter and services for homeless, sick and abused animals. Through contributions from private individuals and organizations, the shelter is able to maintain its dedication to animals. Without the generous support of animal-lovers in this community and beyond. Visit the shelter at 18430 K-Z Road, Cypress, Texas 77433. For more information, visit our website at www.noahs-ark-sanctuary.org or call 281-351-NOAH. (SNAP) Spay-Neuter Assistance Program, Inc. provides free (to qualified individuals) and low-cost (to all) spay/neuter and wellness services for domesticated dogs and cats, and feral cats. SNAP provides sterilization services, vaccinations, heartworm tests and preventative, and flea preventatives. SNAP is a non-profit organization that has mobile clinics, a surgery clinic and a wellness clinic and has volunteer opportunities. Please visit us online at www.snapus.org or the Surgery Clinic at 713-863-0010, the Wellness Clinic at 713-862-8001 or the Mobile Clinic at 713-522-2337.

SPECIAL PALS - Please help us keep our doors open so we can help the homeless animals. We have no choice but to send out a SOS “Save Our Shelter.” Please send your donation in today to: Special Pals, Inc, 3830 Greenhouse Road, Houston, TX 77084. Special Pals is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we need your ‘yelp’ in supporting our animal shelter. 3830 Greenhouse Road, Houston, Texas 77084, 281-579-PETS (7387). Hours are: Monday-Friday 12:00 - 3:00 PM, Saturday - Sunday 12:00 - 4:00 PM. S.T.A.A.R. (South Texas Animal Adoption Resource) is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and finding loving homes for dogs that have been discarded, or neglected. We are a no-kill, not for profit organization that is run entirely by volunteers. We hope that you enjoy our website, and that what you find there informs, endears and enlightens. Maybe you too will become a part of the ever-growing S.T.A.A.R. family. Visit us at www.staarnet.org to see pictures of the available dogs or you can call 281-392-0927. Please donate online or by mail to: P.O. Box 6575, Katy, Texas, 77491.

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Cinco Ranch Area Post Offices

Cinco Ranch Area Post Offices Post Office

Address

Katy Annex

Phone Number

1331 Pin Oak Road Katy, TX 77494 5701 4th Street Katy, TX 77493

800-ASK-USPS 281-574-1401 800-ASK-USPS 800-275-8777 281-391-7538

Fulshear

8055 FM 359 Road S. Fulshear, TX 77441

800-ASK-USPS 800-275-8777 281-533-9146

Ace at Waterside

9825 S. Mason Road Suite 190 Richmond, TX 77406

800-ASK-USPS 800-275-8777 281-762-2928

Ace Hardware at Cinco Ranch

1720 S. Mason Road Katy, TX 77450

800-ASK-USPS 800-275-8777 281-392-5200

Katy Finance

Business Hours

Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Sat - Sun Closed Mon - Thru 8:30 am - 12:30 pm 1:00 - 4:00 pm Fri 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Sat - Sun Closed Mon - Sat 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Sun 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Mailbox Key Request Information Mailbox keys for 77450 Zip Code Area call 281-829-5062 Mailbox keys for 77494 Zip Code Area call 281-574-1401 Mailbox Maintenance and Repair Contact Information Mailbox in 77450 Zip Code Area call 281-647-0673 and speak with Amy Mailbox in 77494 Zip Code Area call 281-574-1401 and speak with Jim

CINCO RANCH IMPORTANT NUMBERS TM

ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT Cinco I 281-599-0408 PCMI Inc. 281-870-0585 Cinco II 713-981-9000 Heritage Grand Office 713-932-1122 Simply Cinco - Sales Center 281-395-2200 Twin Villas 281-370-7586 Internet Web Page www.CincoRanchLife.org

TRASH / MUD Royal Disposal 713-526-1536 Waste Corporation of America (WCA) 281-368-8397 Republic Waste 713-726-7300 ST Water & Sewer (Cinco MUD’S) 281-579-4500 CornerStone MUD 713-405-1750 Willowfork Drainage Dist.

713-703-8605 www.WillowForkDrainageDistrict.com

POOLS CR Beach Club & Lifeguard Office Equestrian Village Greenway Village Pool North Lake Pool South Ranch Pool Cinco Ranch Water Park Highland Park Pool Party Reservations (Greater Houston Pool)

UTILITIES / POST OFFICE Center Point Energy 713-659-2111 Entex-leaking gas 713-659-3552 Reliant Energy 713-207-7777 Street Light Outages 713-207-2222 or visit www.ceneterpointenergy.com/outage Grande Communications 866-314-4880 Consolidated Comm. (Phone) 281-753-1793 Comcast Communications 713-341-1000 Katy - Park Row Post Office 1-800-275-8777 Katy Post Office 281-829-5062 Metro Park & Ride 713-635-4000 Dept. of Public Safety (Katy) 281-391-4874 Poison control 1-800-764-7661 Ft. Bend Animal Control 281-342-1512 Harris Ct. Animal Control 281-999-3191

LAW ENFORCEMENT EMERGENCY (Police, Fire, Medical) Non-emergency: Ft. Bend Ct. Sheriff’s Dept.

Harris Ct. Constables Katy I.S.D. Police Dept.

FIRE DEPARTMENT West I-10 Volunteer Dept. Harris Ct Ft. Bend ESD2 ( Willowfork Fire Dept) Community Fire Dept. (S. of Willowfork) Fulshear/Simonton Fire Dept

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281-395-4229 281-492-1614 281-395-4373 281-395-8633 281-398-7605 281-392-6607 281-392-4509 713-771-7665

911 281-341-4665 281-463-6666 281-237-4000

281-675-3600 281-395-0012 281-498-1310 281-346-2800

HEALTH DEPARTMENT Ft. Bend Ct. Health Dept.

Harris Ct. Health Dept.

281-342-6414 713-526-1841

MEDICAL Memorial Hermann Katy Christus St. Catherine

281-644-7000 281-599-5700

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LIBRARIES Maude Marks Cinco Ranch Katy Branch

281-492-8592 281-395-1311 281-391-3509

COMMUNITY The Golf Club at Cinco Ranch Katy Chamber of Commerce City of Katy Katy Christian Ministries Community Prayer Line

281-395-4653 281-391-5289 281-391-4800 281-391-5261 281-723-7729

SCHOOLS KISD Administration KISD Transportation Dept.

Bus Schedules Stanley Elementary Wood Creek Junior High Seven Lakes High School Cinco Ranch High School

281-396-6000 281-396-7560 281-396-2700 281-234-1400 281-234-0800 281-237-2800 281-237-7000

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