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KATY RICE FESTIVAL PARADE WINNERS

We would like to congratulate our winners for this year! It was a great parade and we truly applaud the effort all of our participants put into their entries for this year! Thank you so much!!! PLACE CATEGORY Best Overall Katy Junior High 1st Church 2nd Church 3rd Church 1st Classic Vehicle

NAME OF ORGANIZATION/BUSINESS/INDIVIDUAL Cheer Squad Hare Krishna Temple and Cultural Center Creekside El Shaddai Assembly of God Church Colby Rivet

Classic Vehicle Todd Gatewood Commercial H-E-B Commercial American Kids Athletics Commercial Pawty Palace Equestrian The Katy Cowgirls Non-profit/Civic Texas Four Wheel Drive Club - Katy Chapter Non-profit/Civic Houston Metro Go Texans - Katy Non-profit/Civic Hwarang Tigers - TaeKwonDo Demo Team School Pope John XXIII High School School Fara Bango from Exley Elementary School Katy Bengal Brigade and Cheer Youth Cub Scout Pack 987 Youth Cub Scout Pack 548 Youth American Heritage Girls Troop TX0317

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING AT HARVEST PLAZA

December 5, 2013 5701 Third Street – 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. In its 41st year, this annual event is a family classic. The official lighting of the City Christmas Tree and photos with Katy’s Santa Claus are sure to attract any family. The Parks and Recreation Department will have children’s activity booths with holiday activities including letters to Santa to making your own Christmas Ornaments and Candy Cane Reindeer! Photos with Santa are available for $5. The event hosts local entertainment from church and school choirs to dance teams and the community favorite Katy Tiger Mascot.

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Christmas is supposed to be a time of peace, love and goodwill to all. But with all the stress and commotion of the season, many of us end up feeling more like Mr. Scrooge than Santa Claus.

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• Shop early. Nothing takes away the Christmas spirit like fighting for parking and struggling through crowds. • Wish people that you meet in stores and other casual environments a happy holiday. Say it with a smile. • Drop spare coins in the Salvation Army collection buckets. • Do something nice for someone. Offer to baby-sit so a friend can do her Christmas shopping, take cookies to your neighbors or rake an elderly neighbor’s yard. • Volunteer your time to a worthy holiday cause. Even if you are busy, you can spare an hour or two to help people less fortunate than yourself. • Organize a drive at work or in your neighborhood. Collect food and personal items and donate them to a local shelter for the homeless or for battered women. • Play Christmas music. • Watch Christmas movies. “It’s a Wonderful Life” is a good one for reviving a flagging Christmas spirit, as is “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” • Read “A Christmas Carol” and “A Child’s Christmas in Wales.” • Decorate your house for the holidays. ehow.com

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1) Do not leave purchased items visible in the car - leave them in the trunk. 2) While shopping in the evening hours may be less crowded, there are also additional potential risks involved. Park in areas of parking lots that have adequate lighting. Consider shopping with someone rather than going alone. 3) Make sure purses and wallets are secure on your person and you are aware of their location at all times. 4) Keep the amount of available cash you have at a minimum or separate it into different pockets or locations on or about your person. This way all of it is not lost if your purse or wallet is misplaced or stolen. 5) Credit cards offer convenience and security; however, keep track of all cards and keep receipts to compare to your monthly statement. 6) Remain aware of your surroundings at all times and move to and from your vehicle with confidence and “purpose.” Have keys ready before getting to your car, so you do not have to search for them while standing near it. 7) Report suspicious people or activity to law enforcement immediately! 8) Most important is to reduce your own vulnerability and do what you can to minimize the possibility that you could be a victim of a crime or accidental loss.

HOME SAFETY TIPS WHILE AWAY

1) Valuable items, such as televisions, stereos and computers should be inscribed with an identifying number unique to its owner (do not use your entire social security number). 2) Create an up-to-date home inventory including make, model, serial numbers, other detailed descriptions and photographs of items of value (including jewelry). This inventory should be kept somewhere safe, out of the house. 3) At least two light timers should be set to turn the lights and TV on and off in a logical sequence when away for an extended time period to give the appearance that someone is home. 4) The motion detector or other alarm system (if you have one) should be activated when you leave home. 5) Mail and newspaper deliveries should be stopped or arrangements for a neighbor/friend to pick them up should be made when you are away from home for a period of time. 6) Ask a trusted neighbor to tend the yard and watch your home when you are away or have a trusted friend or relative house sit in your absence. 7) Make sure all doors and windows are locked when you leave, even if you have an alarm system. Sergeant Mitchell Hutter Community Relations and Crime Prevention

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SHERIFF’S VACATION HOME WATCH

If you are going on holiday, 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. For more information visit the websites below. Fort Bend County Residents: www.fortbendcountytx.gov/index.aspx?page=815 Harris County Residents: www.harriscountytx.gov/CmpDocuments/32/Forms/c5vacation_watch_non_ editable.pdf Make sure to cancel the watch when you return home.

WINTERIZING YOUR HOME: PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR WINTER (SOURCE: ABOUT.COM)

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.

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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. 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. 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.

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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.

FIREWORKS ENFORCEMENT CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S EVE

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 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.

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 you decorations and how they will affect the neighborhood. Lights should be placed as not to impair traffic or your neighbors comfort. Timers on lights make it easy to guarantee lighting time. Large ornaments to 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.

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PICK UP YOUR DOG’S WASTE

When walking your dog, please do not allow them to walk in people’s yards. In the event your dog does wander onto someone’s property and uses the bathroom please pick up all of the waste. A single gram (about the size of a dime) of dog feces contains 23 million fecal coliform bacteria. Dog feces may harbor dangerous bacteria and viruses such as: whipworms, roundworms, tapeworms, parvo, giardiasis, salmonellosis and cryptosporidiosis. Pet waste is not fertilizer. It actually kills plants and grasses. Improperly disposed of or left unchecked, dog waste pollutes our environment and can even filter into our water supply. Uncollected dog waste that washes into streams and storm drains is the #3 contributor to water contamination.

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. Remember, parking on the street for residents is prohibited and can impact the ability of emergency services to reach you or a neighbor in an emergency. Your cooperation will ensure Cinco Ranch retains its reputation as the premiere area to live in.

TENNIS RESERVATION CANCELATIONS

If you make tennis reservations and decide that you cannot play, please go online and cancel your reservations. This will ensure that the courts will be open for other residents to then reserve the courts. Thank you.

HELP KEEP OUR LIGHTS ON

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.

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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 Associations Office.

PARKING IN THE STREET

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.

Did you know it is against Cinco Ranch Covenants for residents to park in the street (Article XII, Section 2(a))? Additionally, 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.

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CINCO AND CINCO SOUTHWEST SHARED USE AGREEMENT

Cinco has 7 pools available during the swim season. Cinco Southwest has three pools, the Lake House Pool and the Rosewood Pool and Rollingwood Pool. All of these pools are available for use by both Cinco and Cinco Southwest Residents. 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. 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. 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. Keys are $25 each. Bring a picture ID and a check or money order made payable to CRPA to purchase your keys. We do not accept cash or credit/debit cards. If you are a new homeowner, please bring in your closing paperwork. If you rent a home, please bring in your lease and a letter from your landlord stating you are in good standing. If you have any questions, please call the Association at 281-599-0408. 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.

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 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.

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Do you have a transformer in your yard? If you do, please do not directly surround it with mulch or dirt. Transformers must have the sides exposed so they can cool properly. Otherwise they will over heat and burn out. Also, the sides of a transformer can rust through due to mulch holding moisture against them. Please do your part and clear the area around transformers in your yard.

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

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CINCO RANCH MOMS CLUB

Whether you are new to the neighborhood or have lived in Cinco Ranch for years, consider getting involved and adding to your network of friends and families! Playgroups are organized by age and there are also pool playdates and group events open to all. To get involved, visit: http://groups.yahoo. com/group/cincoranchmomsclub or email: cincoranchmomsclub-owner@ yahoogroups.com.

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.

CINCO RANCH LADIES CLUB

Our special interest groups are going strong this year: Book Club, Wine Social Club, Creative Kitchens, Professional Networking and Expat Club, to name a few. If you’re new to Cinco Ranch, please come to our monthly meeting. Membership forms will be available (yearly dues - $25), as well as

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GARDENING TIPS FOR DECEMBER

1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree 4 eggs 1 cup vegetable oil 2/3 cup water 3 cups white sugar 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon vanilla Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 7x3 inch loaf pans. In a large bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, vanilla, water and sugar until well blended. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and ginger. Stir the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until just blended. Pour into the prepared pans. Bake for about 50 minutes in the preheated oven. Loaves are done when toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Source: http://allrecipes.com/ Submitted by: Laurie B.

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• If a long flowering period is desired, pansies should be placed in their permanent beds not later than this month. Fertilize monthly with manure, super-phosphate or a liquid high-phosphate product. Keep flowers picked for more bloom. • Take tulips out of cold storage and plant late this month. • Fertilize established trees, spring-blooming shrubs, spurias and sweet peas (after they are a foot tall) with a fertilizer such as 13-13-13; Louisiana iris with cotton seed meal and manure. • Azaleas and camellias may be moved now. Keep moist to lesson cold weather damage. May acidify again. • Last month to plant early blossoming spring bulbs, speciosum and other varieties of lilies. Mulch. • Water plants well before a freeze; dry roots are easily damaged. • Don’t forget to provide food and fresh water for birds. More birds die from lack of water than lack of food.

TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS

If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job seeker’s list, please completely fill out the form in the newsletter with your name, age, birthdate (mon. & yr.), phone number (one only), year you will graduate (or grade presently in) and the name of your subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on your form. Email to news@krenekprinting.com (preferred) or mail to Krenek Printing, 7102 Glen Chase Ct., Houston, TX 77095. Must have parent(s) permission.

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CINCO RANCH TEENAGE JOB SEEKER’S LIST

(Revised 8/13) Over the past couple of months, we have attempted to contact all the teens on our jobseeker list. Many have not responded and this is a final attempt to get a response. If you have not spoken to us by phone or answered our email, you will be removed from the list until you contact us.

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December 12th - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM and December 13th - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, KHS Theatre: Dessert Theatre Performances, KHS Blackbox Theatre. Cost: $10. Gold Card Holders will be charged student ticket prices. December 12th - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, MRHS: Band Winter Concert, MRHS PAC. December 13th - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM and December 14th - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, SLJH: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, SLJH Cafeteria. Cost: $5 per person. Contact Morgan Midkiff, 281-234-2228.

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December 10th - 2:20 PM - 3:20 PM and 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM, Williams Elementary: Winter Concert/Wrangler Chorale, JWE Gym.

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December 6th - 7:30 - 8:30 PM, SLHS Sensations Show Choir, Willowfork Country Club. The SLHS Sensations Show Choir will perform for the Katy British Expat Community’s Christmas Party.

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BECKENDORFF JR. HIGH AND KATY JR. HIGH SISTER SCHOOL BREAKFAST

Sister Schools Katy Junior High and Beckendorff Junior High schools recently held a lunch, catered by Hasta La Pasta and HEB, to kick off the school year and discuss an up and coming service project that they will complete together. The sister school program creates a unique partnership in which we pool resources, talents and exchange ideas to help each others campus in the area’s of need.

Left to right, the winners are Nalin Chauhan, Vinamra Prakash, Shreetika Singh, Zhining Chen, Melissa Fu, Keerthana Chakka and Charani Kamath, with adviser Mr. Clark Saunders.

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Beckendorff Jr. High hosted its first Bear Buddies meeting with student volunteers to kick off the school year! The Bear Buddies program pairs special needs students with general education students in an effort to encourage more socialization between the two groups. This is done via oneon-one visits and social gatherings throughout the school year. The goal of the program is to educate, via disability awareness training and to foster acceptance and understanding which leads to valued friendships being formed. They also strive to bring education and awareness to the student body by participating in a school-wide Jeans for Genes Day and a “Spread the Word the End the Word” campaign. The program currently has over 140 general education students who signed up to participate. Paige Siemers, teacher and Bear Buddies co-sponsor states, “I think being a co-sponsor is a bigger blessing to me than it is to any of the kids in the program. Just by being in their presence I get to see what is ‘good’ in the world - watching friendships form by focusing on the heart of a person, not their appearance. I’m proud of the work our students do - our students with special needs are put in a position to trust and our buddies are doing their best to meet their needs.”

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This summer, twenty-six students from Seven Lakes High School flew to Anaheim, California to compete in the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) National Competition. FBLA is an organization, which helps prepare students for success in business careers. This club offers competition at a district, state and national level. There were over 10,000 members of FBLA from all around the nation in Anaheim, all striving to place in their event. Students competed at the national level after succeeding in the district and state competitions. However, competing was not the only reason these students went to Anaheim. As part of team building, they explored the Anaheim area and visited places such as Disneyland and Catalina Island. They also attended workshops, which helped them gain knowledge about business and leadership skills. Seven Lakes acquired a FBLA school record of seven winners: placing third in the nation was Shreetika Singh in Impromptu Speaking; Charani Kamath placed seventh in Health Care Administration; Zhining Chen placed ninth in Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure; Melissa Fu placed ninth in Business Math; Keerthana Chakka placed ninth in Word Processing and Vinamra Prakash and Nalin Chauhan placed ninth in Business Financial Plan.

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281-617-2231 Other members attending from Seven Lakes included Prateek Mahajan, Meera Deverajan, Saideepthi Anandamala, Monica Su, Prasanna Tamminayana, Pranay Tamminayana, James Kurian, Rahul Sirigiri, William Tran, Adam Girgis, Shruti Khandekar, Jenny Kim, Vidita Dixit, Bobi Simonsen, Deepika Narayanan, Alice Liu, Diana Xu, Divya Abraham and Manmitha Guandampalli.

Tompkins High School

OTHS TEACHER APPRECIATION

Tompkins High School JV and freshmen volleyball teams honored their favorite OTHS staff members at a recent game. The students were so excited to have the support of their favorite teachers at this game!

OTHS CRIMSON CAVALETTES

The Tompkins High School Crimson Cavalettes have been cheering on our athletic teams and entertaining large crowds at our school pep rallies!

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THE JIMMY FRANKLIN TEAM Jimmy has over 30 years experience in Residential Real Estate. He’s been the top Realtor in Cinco Ranch for 20 years and the top Team in Firethorne & Cross Creek Ranch since 2009. His Team just had it’s 7th straight year at over $100 million in production. An average Realtor does between $1-$2 million in a typical year. When you need a Realtor, go with someone who has the track record! GENERAL

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FALCON DEBATE TEAM FLIES FORWARD AT FIRST FORENSIC COMPETITION

Tompkins High School students competed in their first debate competition on Friday, September 13, 2013 at Elkins High School. 22 schools competed in this event. OTHS students Peter Shen and Juan Garcia were the tournament champions in Novice Public Forum debate and Peter was the 2nd place top speaker in Novice Public Forum. Two OTHS students also tied for 3rd place in Novice Lincoln-Douglas debate with one also winning 3rd place top speak in Novice LD. Varun Hukeri and Kavya Chandran were also semi-finalists in Novice Extemporaneous Speaking event. We are so proud of these students!

are our results and the teams for District, which was run Friday, October 25th. Here are the results: Varsity Girls - 9th place out of 30 teams Julieta Verdejo-Parada - 25th out of 180 runners Elise Odegard - 26th out of 180 runners JV Girls - 11th place out of 33 teams Kristen Robinson - 42nd out of 387 runners

OTHS HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO

The bowling pin is for a fundraiser for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Go Texan Scholarship Committee. Each KISD high school campus created a pin to be auctioned off as a fundraising event.

TOMPKINS GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY STATE MEET

The Tompkins High School Cross Country team travelled to Round Rock to compete against teams from all across the state on the course used for the State Meet. It was a tough and hilly course and they were competing against teams with juniors and seniors. Not only were they racing against other teams, but they were racing each other for District spots and did great! Here

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TOMPKINS HIGH SCHOOL BAND NEWS KATY ISD MARCHING CONTEST

Congratulations to the Tompkins High School Band for placing 3rd in class 4A at the Katy ISD Marching Contest (out of 12 bands) and 6th overall (out of 24 bands)! This is a great achievement for our first ever, marching contest and sets us up to have a very successful end of marching season!

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STRAKE JESUIT INVITATIONAL

The Tompkins Girls’ Cross Country Team competed at the Strake Jesuit Invitational on Saturday, October 12th. Varsity Girls finished 5th out of 15 teams and JV Girls finished 3rd out of 16 teams. 10 girls also ran PRs (Personal Records)! Below are the medal winners from the meet: Julieta Verdejo-Parada - 17th - Varsity Girls Elena Wolf - 12th - JV Girls Madison Olson - 16th - JV Girls

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Congratulations to the Tompkins High School Falcon Band on an outstanding performance at the UIL Region Marching Band Contest at Rhodes Stadium! They received all 1s, which is an outstanding rating. The Falcon Band, under the direction of Stephen Bond and Dave Singletary, will advance to compete at the Area Contest in Waller.

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

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WEST HOUSTON GIRLS SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION REGISTRATION

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West Houston Girls Softball Association invites you to come join the fun! Registration is now OPEN for our Spring 2014 season. Make some new friends and enjoy the outdoors in a fun and exciting way. No experience necessary! Girls, ages 5-17, are eligible to play! Every girl makes a team and every girl plays. Registration can be completed online, in-person or by mail (visit our website for forms and dates): www.eteamz.com/whgsa. If you have questions, please feel free to email Kim Jowers at westhoustongsa@yahoo.com.

KATY YMCA

Katy YMCA winter Program Registration is in progress. Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or check out our website: ymcahouston.org.

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SWIM LESSONS: The Y has been teaching swim lessons for over 100 years! All ages and ability levels welcome. Morning, evening, group and private sessions available year round. YMCA CHILD CARE 2013-2014: Need a fun, safe place for your child to go after school hours? Child Care provided at most Katy ISD elementary schools until 6:30 PM. Some schools offer both before and after school care. Please call for specific school offerings and prices. WINTER YMCA YOUTH AND TEEN SPORTS LEAGUES: Register now for fall youth NFL Flag Football Basketball. Teen Volleyball and Basketball registration also in progress. Registration deadline is December 1st ($10 late fee added after November 24th).

NETBALL CLUBS

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

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Southwest Houston’s own brand new women’s flat track roller derby team is now forming. This isn’t the old school roller derby you’ve seen in the past. We train derby athletes to compete according to the rules and guidelines set forth by WFTDA, the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association. We are actively recruiting skaters, referees and volunteers. Skaters must be female and 18 or older. Referees and volunteers must be 18 or older. Email us at yellowrosederbygirls@yahoo.com for more information. You can also find us at www.yellowrosederbygirls.com and on Facebook. Join up now to become an integral part in founding and building our league.

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VOLLEYBALL

Please contact Dean at volleyballkaty@yahoo.com if you are interested in playing volleyball. You must be at least 18 years old and be able to play at intermediate level. We play at different locations in and around Katy area.

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KATY RUGBY CLUB

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The Katy Valkyries is a varsity team competing in the Texas Girls High School Lacrosse League and accepts players from all KISD high schools. Lacrosse experience is not necessary to join the team - we will teach you the skills and game strategy. Please see our new website at: www.katyvalkyries. org for additional information.

WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE

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

Church Events CONGREGATION OR AMI WEST HOUSTON COMEDY CLUB NIGHT

Join fun-loving, laughing neighbors at a Synagogue turned Comedy Club on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at 8:00 PM at Congregation Or Ami, 4334 Wilcrest, Houston 77082. Nationally renowned comedian, Tom Ryan, will headline a real comedy club performance. Tom has appeared on “Late Night with David Letterman,” several times, has written for “Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher” and has opened for Jerry Seinfeld, Ray Romano, Jeff

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Aglow International is a global, trans-denominational Christian organization. More than 200,000 Aglow members meet together each month through local fellowships. At the monthly gatherings there is time to meet and visit with friends, enjoy corporate worship and prayer and hear from a guest speaker. Won’t you join us in December to hear from Wanda Roberson of Wanda Roberson Ministries and The EmPowerment Center in Katy. You are most cordially invited. You will be glad you came. DATE: December 17, 2013 TIME: 9:30 AM Arrive/Visit, 10:00 AM Meeting Starts SPEAKER: Wanda Roberson of Wanda Roberson Ministries LOCATION: Fellowship Hall at Church on the Rock. 433 S. Barker Cypress, Houston, TX 77094 Dir: 1-10 Exit Barker Cypress Rd., go south 3 blocks to corner of Barker Cypress @ Kingsland Blvd. CONTACT: www.katyaglow.com for guest speaker and group information www.aglow.org for information about Aglow International

Senior Church Groups TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH SENIOR ADULT NEWS

Trinity Baptist Church Senior Adults get together on Monday afternoons from 1:00-5:00 PM for a time of fellowship, prayer and games... Come join the fun! Trinity Baptist Church is located at 10000 Spring Green Blvd. (corner of Spring Green and Fry). For more information, visit www.trinity-katy.org or call the church office at 281-579-6724.

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KINGSLAND BAPTIST CHURCH WEEKLY EVENTS FOR ADULT 55+

Game Day - Meet with us every Wednesday in the Crawford Fellowship Hall from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM as we fellowship around the table playing Chicken Foot, Scrabble, Cards, etc. Senior Aerobics offered at Kingsland Baptist Church Please join our Adult 55+ exercise class at 11:00 - 11:45 AM each Thursday morning in the gym at Kingsland Baptist Church. Peggy Skaggs is our trained and certified instructor and the class is open to all levels.

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

EPIPHANY OF THE LORD CATHOLIC CHURCH 19TH ANNUAL FROSTYFEST CRAFT FAIR

Bingo EPIPHANY BINGO

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.

The 19th Annual Frostyfest Craft Fair will be held on December 7, 2013, at Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church, 1530 Norwalk Drive, in Katy, Texas 77450, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. There will be over eighty top Texan vendors selling HANDCRAFTED merchandise. Santa Claus is coming to Frostyfest for pictures, presented by Boy Scouts of Katy. Refreshments will be sold by the Knights of Columbus all day starting with breakfast tacos. Ladies Club will be having a bake sale and quilt raffle. There will also be a Silent Auction run by the Craft Club. For more information contact Brenda Cason at 371781-0094 or www.epithanycatholic.org.

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ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH BINGO

At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown Katy, “BINGO” is being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except Holidays. Doors open at 7:00 PM, games start at 7:15 PM with four Early Bird games. Regular games start at 7:30 PM. 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.

Thursday, December 5th The Fundraiser Dinner and Silent Auction features: Band, Choir, Orchestras, Sapphires, Theatre and benefits our Fine Arts Musical and our Masterworks Concert. Dinner and auction are from 5:30 - 7:15 PM in the SLHS Commons with a full concert following at 7:30 PM in the SLHS PAC. Concert and Silent Auction are open to the public.

COUGAR STARS PRESENTS TENTH ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARADE OF HOMES

By Christi Rickel The Cinco Ranch High School Cougar Stars Dance Team is proud to host their 10th Annual Holiday Parade of Homes on Thursday, Dec. 5th and Friday, Dec. 6th, from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Tour five local Katy-area homes. Tickets are $12 and are available at Beau Kisses, Curtain Call, Hauerland’s, Ya Ya Club or from your favorite Cougar Star.

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Tour beautifully decorated Katy-area homes full of holiday decorations, while enjoying the sounds of the award-winning Cinco Ranch High School Bravo Show Choir and Cinco Ranch High School Orchestra. The Cougar Stars will be on hand at each home to help guide you on your tour. Proceeds from the tour help support the Cougar Stars’ activities. The Cougar Stars are under the direction of Mrs. Samantha Cockerham and Ms. Christine Deci. For more information, please visit www.crhscougarstars. org.

WHAT IS CHRISTMAS WITHOUT HANDEL’S MESSIAH?

To many people, Christmas is just not Christmas without singing or hearing Handel’s Messiah. Come join the churches of Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Community Church The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints St. Peter’s United Methodist Church as they present the ‘Messiah Sing-a-long’ with full orchestra featuring solos and choruses from the Christmas Portion, Part 1. We will also sing the “Amen” and “Hallelujah! Chorus.” The event will be held in the Sanctuary of the Church at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd., Katy on Saturday, December 7th, at 7:30 PM. We invite everyone in the community to join us, either as a singer or a listener. Scores will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis; however, given the limitations of available scores, you are encouraged to bring your own music. If you have any questions, please email us at dgalasso@stpkaty. org or musicasst@stpkaty.org or call 281-492-8031.

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THE HOUSTON LUTHERAN CHORALE CHRISTMAS CONCERTS

The Houston Lutheran Chorale will be performing two Christmas Concerts this year. The performances will be held on December 7th, at 7:00 PM, at Memorial Lutheran Church, Katy, Texas, 281-391-0171 and another performance will be held on December 8th, at 3:00 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church, 713-869-8486. The public is invited and tickets can be ordered by telephoning either church or they can be ordered on line at www.hlc-tx.org. There will be an offering taken at each performance for the tickets.

LIVING WORD LUTHERAN CHURCH TO PRESENT “BETHLEHEM’S CHILD”

Living Word Lutheran Church invites the Katy community to its presentation of “Bethlehem’s Child” on Sunday, December 8th at 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM in the church sanctuary. Let us inspire and prepare you for the celebration of the birth of our Lord with both familiar Christmas carols and newly-composed pieces. The cantata will feature the Living Word Choir, Choristers and a chamber orchestra. Following each service, there will be an instrument petting zoo for children to get a close-up look at the musical instruments. Living Word is located at 3700 S. Mason Rd., Katy 77450 at the corner of Westheimer Parkway. For more information, please see the church’s website www.livingwordkaty.org or call 281-392-2300, x 213.

TAYLOR HIGH SCHOOL’S HOLIDAY HOME TOUR

Discover the magic of the holidays!! Welcome to Taylor High School’s Holiday Home Tour on Thursday, Dec. 12 and Friday Dec 13, 2013. Make it an event and enjoy five festively adorned homes. A Holiday Market Place is also one of your stops, with local vendors to help you fill all your holiday gift needs and wants! Tickets can be purchased at Hauerlands, Katy Floral Market and Taylor High School. Proceeds are in support of THS Project Grad 2014.

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Kids can bring their wish list to share with Santa and then enjoy a Holiday Nature Walk thru our beautiful nature trail. You may bring your camera if you wish. Santa would love for you to take a photo. Stay for the whole day and explore everything the park has to offer including exciting Ranger programs, hiking and biking, fishing, geocaching, picnicking and just plain ‘ol relaxing in the great outdoors. How Much: Kids 9 and under, $4 Adults & kids 10 and older, $5 Under 3, Free Pricing includes park entry fee Bring Non-perishable food items and unwrapped toy donations for delivery to The Sealy Christian Food Bank. Financial proceeds help fund special projects in the park and support the mission of The Friends of Stephen F. Austin State Park.

4TH ANNUAL “A MERRY CHRISTMAS COOKIE WALK”

Saturday, December 14, 2013 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Family Life Assembly of God, 1012 South Mason Road, Katy, TX 77450 Delicious homemade Christmas cookies for that special loved one, last minute gift or holiday gathering. Choose from an assortment of goodies that will bring a smile to any holiday celebration. Come early for the best selection. All sold by the pound. For more information contact us at flagwomen@familylifeassembly.org or call 281-392-0637.

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FAMILY CHRISTMAS FUN ALL MONTH LONG SUNDAY MORNINGS: We’re celebrating Christmas all month long at CrossPoint Community Church! Every Sunday morning in December will have a different guest artist: December 1st - The Phegmatics, December 8th - The Harbor Light Choir, December 15th - December’s End and December 22nd - Kemper Crabb & Mysterium. Services are 9:30 & 11 AM. FRANK HART CHRISTMAS CONCERT: Also, make sure you bring out the whole family for Frank Hart’s Fantastical Amazingly Jesus Christmas Concert, a mind-blowing musical experience of popular Christmas songs bent and twisted in wonderful ways. You won’t want to miss it. Friday, December 13th, at 7 PM, at our Westgreen campus and Saturday, December 14th, at 7 PM, at our EightTen campus. CHRISTMAS EVE: Finally, plan to spend part of your Christmas Eve at one of our three services: 3 PM, 5 PM and 7 PM. It will be an awesome time of music and celebration, with mountains of Christmas cookies, games and crafts for the kids, free family Christmas photos and so much more! For more information, visit www.crosspt.org or call us at 281-398-6464.

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CHRISTMAS EVE WORSHIP SERVICES AT LIVING WORD LUTHERAN CHURCH

Living Word Lutheran Church would like to invite the community to join them on Christmas Eve to celebrate the birth of Christ. An early Christmas Eve Worship service will be held at 2 PM. At 4 PM, children ages 2 years through 3rd grade (and their parents) are invited to an interactive Celebration for Children. This interactive service will allow children to “live” the story of Christmas. A Festival Candlelight Worship service featuring traditional music, the choir, bell choir and a brass ensemble will be held at 7 and 10 PM. Prelude music will begin 30 minutes before the start of the Candlelight Worship service. Living Word Lutheran Church is located at 3700 S. Mason Rd. in Katy. For more information, visit www.livingwordkaty.org or call 281392-2300.

NEW CREATION CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE SCHEDULED AT 4 PM!

You are invited to the New Creation Lutheran Church in Fulshear for a special 4 PM Christmas Eve Service. The Irene Stern Community Center located at 6920 Katy Fulshear Road in Fulshear will be decorated in commemoration of this holy night of worship and music. The band, led by Josh Peck will lead your favorite Christmas Carols. Hear a message from Pastor Dale entitled, “For You” and feel the glow of candlelight on this Holy Night. Come out and meet your neighbors in fellowship following the service.

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Help us bring a little joy during the season to Katy ISD students and their families. • Campus principals identify students for the program. • Partners in Education collects community donations to purchase each family a $50 grocery gift card. • Gift cards for the families, with a note of support from their Katy ISD community, are delivered to each student by campus staff. • Cost is $50 per family. Any contribution amount is accepted. Please make checks payable to Katy ISD Food for Families. Mail or deliver to Katy ISD Partners in Education, 6301 South Stadium Lane, Room 1520 Katy, Texas 77494. Last year, our Katy ISD community supported students and their families by raising over $16,000.

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Theatre, Arts & Music MAYDE CREEK THEATRE COMPANY PROUDLY PRESENTS “IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY”

An English farce by Ray Cooney Misunderstandings, mistaken identities and a liberal amount of misleading facts drive this fast action play. Performances will be in the Mayde Creek High School Black Box Theatre Thursday, December 5th, Friday the 6th and Saturday the 7th, at 7:00 PM. There will also be a matinee performance at 2:00 PM on Saturday, December 7th. Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for students and seniors in advance and $10 for adults and $8 for students and seniors at the door. Tickets are available online at www.seatyourself.biz/mchs. For more information, call 281-237-3803. It Runs in the Family is produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc.

MILDRED’S UMBRELLA THEATRE COMPANY ANNOUNCES ITS 2013-2014 SEASON!

MUSEUM OF DYSFUNCTION IV - December 6-14, 2013. Short plays from 200 writers who submitted from all over the US and were chosen by a panel. Co-produced by Wordsmyth Theatre. ROME by John Harvey - World Premier - March 6-22, 2014. This original script is being written by local playwright, John Harvey, work shopped by designers, musicians and actors, video documented over a year and presented as a collaborative effort as our final play in the season. Located at Studio 101 at Spring Street Studios, 1824 Spring Street, Houston, TX 77007. All performances begin at 8 PM. Price - $18 regular/ $10 students and seniors. Pay as you can on Mondays and $25 for opening night with a party immediately after the show. More info/reservations: www. mildredsumbrella.com - info@mildredsumbrella.com or 832-463-0409.

HOUSTON FAMILY ARTS CENTER ANNOUNCES 2013-2014 SEASON MEMORIES AND TRADITIONS

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receive exclusive perks, including recognition in every Playbill and two complimentary concession items for every show. The HFAC 2013-2014 season includes the following productions: • Winter Wonderettes, a Christmas extravaganza featuring your favorite holiday pop songs (Nov. 29 - Dec. 22, 2013) • A Raisin in the Sun, a life-affirming drama (Jan. 10 - Feb. 2, 2014) • Peter Pan, the beloved classic and family musical (Feb. 21 - Mar. 9, 2014) • Godspell, a divinely inspired musical (Apr. 4 - 27, 2014) • The Beaux’ Stratagem, delightful period farce (May 23 - Jun. 15, 2014) • Les Miserables, dramatic tale of redemption (July 11 - Aug. 3, 2014) All performances are on the HFAC Garza Mainstage, recently named “Houston’s Best Gem of a Theatre” by the Houston Press, except for Peter Pan, which will be performed at the Berry Center. Season subscriptions are now on sale. Season subscriptions start as low as $100. For the best seating and lowest prices, become a season subscriber. Patrons can purchase their subscriptions online at www.houstonfac.com or call the HFAC box office at 281-685-6374.

THE LONE STAR SYMPHONIC BAND

The group recently recorded a Christmas themed CD, which will be available for purchase at all concerts this season. The Band is based in west Houston, with rehearsals and concerts held at CrossPoint Community Church off of Westgreen Blvd. and I-10 (The Katy Freeway). Five concerts are slated for the Lone Star Symphonic Band’s 21st Season, with tickets for all concerts available on the Band’s website, www.lssband.org, for $5.50 each and will be available the day of the concert at the door for $10 each. All concerts begin at 4:00 PM and feature the Lone Star Dixieland Band for 30 minutes prior to the main performance in the foyer. All selections performed will feature life’s many colors. December 15, 2013 will be the Lone Star Symphonic Band’s Christmas and Hanukkah themed concert, titled “Celebrate the Season.” On March 2, 2014, the Band will perform “Lone Star,” a concert as big as Texas! The Lone Star Symphonic Band will perform on May 4, 2014, a spring-filled concert titled “Spring into Fun!” The annual patriotic concert, titled “We Hold These Truths,” will be held on June 29, 2014. The Lone Star Symphonic Band is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to bringing performances of artistic merit to the Houston metropolitan area. Founded in 1993 as the West Houston Concert Band, the band is comprised of musicians from all walks of life and instills the value that music is a life-long event, continuing well beyond high school and college. The Band is under the direction of Mr. Bob Bryant.

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We are a (ladies only) daytime chorus rehearsing every Friday morning from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Treemont Retirement Center, 2501 Westerland, near Westheimer and Gessner. Some of us read music, but it is not required. We are provided a CD to help in learning new songs. Our director, Martha Upton and assistant director, Cay Eckland will help you find out if you are a Tenor, Lead, Baritone or Bass. We have been performing in the Houston area for over 35 years. We prepare two types of shows each year; a Christmas show with old favorites, but always a new fun tune including props, narratives and choreography. Our regular show this year includes songs from the 1920’s, as well as a Spiritual Medley that will start your toes tapping. Come visit any Friday. We would love to see you and if you decide to join us, we would be delighted. For more information, please call Pat at 281-4974904 or visit our website, www.Decibelles.org. PS: We are starting rehearsal for this Christmas Show. You have time to prepare for it.

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Join us for the 11 annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Dash presented by Reliant. Taking place on November 28, 2013, the event features something for everyone, including a competitive 10K and 5K, as well as a Kids 1 Mile Fun Run and a 1 Mile Walk. An estimated 6,000 people will participate. In addition to racing fun, participants and families can enjoy a post race area that features a kids fun zone, games and food. Visit www.ymcaturkeydash. org for more information. Race Day Schedule 7:10 AM - 1 Mile Kids Fun Run 7:45 AM - 10K 8:15 AM - 5K 9:15 AM - 1 Mile Walk/Run th

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 to 11 AM, from mid-September until mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Boulevard. The programs feature fun nature talks, stories, hands-on activities and walks in the woods. Upcoming programs include: December 3rd & 4th: Hide & Seek Camouflage December 10th & 11th: Christmas in the Woods December 17th & 18th: No program - winter break December 24th & 25th: No program - winter break December 31st: No program - winter break The cost is $5 per child per session or a 5-session card can be purchased for $20. The child must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Please park in the Memorial Drive Methodist Church west parking lot at 12955 Memorial Drive, enter the nature sanctuary through the marked gate and proceed down the path to the log cabin. For more information, please visit the website, www.houstonaudubon.org and click on “Titmouse Club” under the Audubon Docent Programs heading or contact docent@houstonaudubon. org or 713-464-4900.

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Start any time between 9 and 11:30 AM - no reservations are needed. Donations will be accepted to cover the costs of materials. Please park in the Memorial Drive United Methodist Church west parking lot at 12955 Memorial Drive and enter the nature sanctuary through the marked gate. Proceed down the path to the log cabin. For more information, visit www.houstonaudubon.org.

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. To register online for any classes 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 281-6334610 or by visiting the library.

LIBRARY CLOSINGS

Thanksgiving - December 1st Christmas - December 24th and 25th New Years - Close at 5 PM on December 31st; Closed on January 1st

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• CINCO RANCH NIGHT READERS’ TO DISCUSS ‘SAME KIND OF DIFFERENT AS ME: A MODERN-DAY SLAVE, AN INTERNATIONAL ART DEALER AND THE UNLIKELY WOMAN WHO BOUND THEM TOGETHER’ - The Night Readers’ book club will meet on Thursday, December 19th beginning at 7:00 PM, in Conference Room 2. The literary-review club is free and open to the public. • EREADER & OVERDRIVE Q&A - Tuesdays, December 3rd, 10th and 17th, 12:30-2:30 PM, Conference Room 2. Library staff will be available at these come-and-go sessions to answer questions about different types of e-readers, using the library’s online digital library and downloading e-books. • HOLIDAY STORY TIME & WINTER LOUNGE - Saturday, December 7th,

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11:00 AM-2:00 PM, Meeting Room. At this open-house family event, sample holiday treats and sip hot cocoa while the kids watch a holiday movie. • ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - All computer classes will take place in the Computer Lab. Reservations are required. MS Word Survival Basics: Tuesday, December 10th, 10:00 AM MS Excel Survival Basics: Thursday, December 12th, 10:00 AM Sharing Your Digital Pictures: Tuesday, December 17th, 10:00 AM Introduction to Facebook: Thursday, December 19th, 10:00-11:30 AM

WEEKLY CHILDREN’S PROGRAM SCHEDULE

• Mother Goose Time: Tuesdays at 10:15 AM, provides caregiver/infant activities and songs especially designed for the youngest book-lovers, from age 1 month to 12 months. Mother Goose Time will meet on December 3rd, 10th and 17th only this month. • Toddler Time: Wednesdays at 10:15 AM and Thursdays at 10:15 AM and 11:30 AM - offers caregiver/child activities, stories and songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age. Toddler Time will meet on December 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th and 19th only this month. • Story Time: Tuesdays at 2:00 PM. Age 3-6, where they hear stories, watch movies and participate in age-appropriate craft activities. Story Time will take place on December 3rd, 10th and 17th only this month. • Pajama Night Story Time: Tuesdays at 7:00 PM - gives families an evening option for the activities presented during the daytime. Pajama Night Story Time will take place on December 3rd, 10th and 17th only this month. • Family Story Time: 1st Saturday of the month at 10:15 AM. All ages welcome. • Kinder Korner: 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 4:30 PM. A time for kindergartners to enjoy stories, movies, crafts and other activities. Kinder Korner will take place on December 11th only this month. • After-School Breaks: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 4:30 PM - crafts, movies, stories and more for children in K through third grades. • Tween Scene: 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 4:30 PM - activities for youth in grades 4 and 5. The Tween Scene will take place on December 12th only this month. • Young Adult Cafe: 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 7:00 PM. Designed for youth in grades 6 and up. All programs are free and open to the public. For more information, call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library at 281-395-1311 or the library’s Public Information Office at 281-341-2677.

FULSHEAR/SIMONTON BRANCH LIBRARY (FT. BEND CO. LIB.)

8100 FM 359 South, Fulshear, Texas 77441, 281-633-4675 Hours: Mon. 12 Noon - 8 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 6 PM, Wed. 10 AM - 6 PM, Thurs. 10 AM - 8 PM, Fri. 12 Noon - 5 PM, Sat. 9 AM - 1 PM, Sun. Closed. Website: www.fortbend.lib.tx.us Public Information Office - 281-341-2677. To register for any events online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib. tx.us), click on “Calendar,” select “Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch” and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the library at 281633-4675 or by visiting the library.

LIBRARY CLOSINGS

Thanksgiving - December 1st Christmas - December 24th and 25th New Years - Close at 5 PM on December 31st; Closed on January 1st

SPECIAL HOLIDAY PROGRAM

• “Arctic Express! A Magical Train Tour of Winter Festivals of the World” Monday, December 16th, 6:30 PM. Using puppets, magic, storytelling and audience participation, Julian Franklin will take everyone on an imaginary

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BOOK CLUBS

The book clubs will not meet in December.

ADULT TECHNOLOGY CLASSES

All computer classes will take place in the Meeting Room. Technology Q&A: Monday, December 2nd, 12:00 to 1:00 PM. (reservations not required)

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The library presents a variety of free children’s programs - Toddler Time, Story Time and School-Age Programs - every month. These programs are free and open to the public. • Toddler Time - Tuesdays at 10:15 AM, offers caregiver/child activities, stories and songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age. Toddler Time will take place on December 3rd, 10th and 17th only this month.

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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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BE A MENTOR AND GIVE A CHILD THE POWER OF A SECOND CHANCE

CROSSROADS mentors are regular people, just like you, who help prevent or reduce youth involvement with the juvenile justice system by fostering supportive mentoring relationships. These young people range from the ages of 10-17. The goal is to reduce juvenile crime and turn these young lives around to develop a positive attitude for positive results. Our mentors must be 21 years of age, willing to commit to one hour a week for one year and submit to fingerprinting and a background check. There are many zip codes available in and around the Katy area with suitable times of the week for mentors to meet with their assigned youth. We are in need of loving and caring mentors for young people that feel as though they are alone in this world. Please consider devoting a minimum of one hour a week that could possibly change a child’s life forever. Many times you are their only hope. Contact Denise Kennedy at CrossroadsVolunteer@hcjpd.hctx.net or 713-295-2779. For more information on our mentorship program, visit our website at www.crossroads-volunteers.org.

COMPLETE BATHROOM & KITCHEN REMODELING

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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 281-578-0078, Volunteer Services Coordinator. The Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston is a non-profit faith based organization.

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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. 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 281-356-7588. SIRE Fort Bend at Sienna Stables, call 281-431-1741.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT AUTUMN GROVE COTTAGE

Do you enjoy spending time with seniors? Autumn Grove Cottage is an assisted living facility for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia related illnesses. We are interested in volunteers socializing with our Residents. We are a small cottage, close to your neighborhood, with just 16 Residents. If you would like to volunteer in a cozy, home-like atmosphere then call the Volunteer Coordinator at 281-398-6845 or visit our website www. autumngrovecottage.com. Come be a part of our philosophy - “To honor our Residents and those who love and care for them.” Volunteers will need to complete a volunteer application and attend a brief training session.

BECOME A SUNRISE VOLUNTEER

Fond memories and treasured traditions start here! Enrich lives through your generous gift of service as a Sunrise Volunteer. Please call the Activity and Volunteer Coordinator for opportunities and details at 281-240-0500 or email cinco-ranch.avc@sunriseseniorliving.com. Sunrise Assisted Living of Cinco Ranch is located at 21939 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, Texas, 77450. For more information, you can also visit our website at www.sunriseseniorliving.com.

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

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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

Join a group of people dedicated to improving the lives of children. If you are searching for a good cause to lend a hand to, you need look no further. Houston Children’s Charity is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for underprivileged, abused and disabled children who have been otherwise left behind. The scope of our support is limited only by the availability of resources. Our goal, the rainbow that we chase, is to leave no legitimate request for assistance unanswered. Do you have the time and desire to volunteer to help a great cause? We are always in need of volunteers to help throughout the year. This is a great way for school age kids to get in community service hours. Do you have gently used children’s clothing, shoes and jackets? At Houston Children’s Charity we are setting up the “HCC Closet.” All of the items donated will be given to children – not sold at a retail store. Please contact our office at 713-524-2878 or visit our website www. houstonchildrenscharity.org for more information on our organization.

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 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.

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21218 Kingsland Blvd., Katy, Texas 77450 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.

• Obedience Training On & Off Leash

• Behavior Modification

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

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KATY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

• 20 Acres of Country Fun for your dog

Katy Christian Ministries is looking for volunteers to help in various areas of the ministry and special events. If you would love to make a difference in the community by volunteering, please visit our website at www.ktcm.org, email volunteer@ktcm.org or call 281-391-5261 for further information.

HEALTHBRIDGE VOLUNTEERING

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

COMMUNITY OF LIFE 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

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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.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT TREASURED ONES FOUNDATION

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

THE SOLANA @ CINCO RANCH LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS

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

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: VANTAGE HOSPICE

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

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FOSTER CHILDREN: PREPARATION FOR ADULT LIVING (PAL)

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When foster children reach age 18, they are considered independent. That’s difficult for kids who have been wards of the state, with necessities arranged by caseworkers with state funds. Now they’ll have to figure out how to organize themselves and make their money last a whole month. Fortunately, Child protective Services offers them a program to help prepare for independence: Preparation for Adult Living (PAL). The year-long course culminates in an all-day workshop hosted by the National Council for Jewish Women (NCJW). The course is held at Junior Achievement’s BizTown, using computer kiosks sponsored by local businesses. Want to help with PAL or other NCJW programs that help change lives with hands-on community service? Contact info@ncjwhouston.org or see www.ncjwhouston.org.

BECOME A TUTOR-UNDERSTAND OUR STUDENT’S LIFELINES

Become an essential part of a student’s life by signing up to be a tutor for the Literacy Council! The Literacy Council of Fort Bend County holds tutor training every other month. After 12 hours of training, outstanding volunteers are equipped to teach Basic Literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to adults. The trainings prepare tutors to organize and compile lesson plans, learn about various tutoring techniques, understand the purpose of the Literacy Council and much more. Tutors do not need knowledge of any foreign language, nor do they need formal teaching experience. We offer many locations for tutoring throughout the area, including locations in Katy. Tutoring sessions are offered during the day and at night. If you are interested in impacting someone’s life by being their tutor, please contact the Literacy Council at 281-240-8181 or visit the website at www.ftbendliteracy. org. Help us to “Change Lives Through Literacy!”

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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.

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THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS (TCF)

The Compassionate Friendsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;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. 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

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, TXÂ 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.

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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.

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 AND BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE GREATER HOUSTON (DBSA)

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Greater Houston (DBSA) sponsors FREE support groups that assist in managing mood disorders of individuals with depression and bipolar disorder. Family members, friends and caregivers are also invited to attend to learn more about these illnesses. Our groups are led by trained individuals who provide a compassionate environment consisting of peers who accept and understand each other. This sense of community and empathy gives participants encouragement to live more meaningful and healthy lives. Our Katy adult and young adult groups are hosted by St. Peter’s United Methodist Church off Kingsland Blvd. every

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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/WEST HOUSTON/ SUGAR LAND 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.

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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 is a year round Early Childhood Intervention program (ECI) in the Katy Independent School District that specializes in working with children who need extra help. The program provides developmental services to children who may need assistance in attaining developmental milestones or who may have a disability. Services are provided to children from birth to three where they live, learn, or play. ECI Project TYKE develops a supportive partnership with families by providing educational and emotional supports, which enriches the daily routines and relationships that will enable their child to reach his or her maximum potential. Anyone (parent, family, friend, caregiver, professional) can refer a child to ECI Project TYKE. If you know a child under the age of 3 who needs assistance in at least one area of development or who has a medical diagnosis or condition impacting his or her development, please call ECI Project TYKE 281-237-6647 or make a referral on our website www.katyisd. org. ECI services are available statewide to help families. Early is best!!!!!

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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.

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Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Dept. has a computer-generated program called “Are You OK?” (RUOK). It is a computer-generated call intended for senior citizens (over 55) and disabled persons who live alone and could benefit from a daily check. A computer will generate a call each morning, at about the same time and the participant chooses a time frame. A voice will ask, “Are you OK?” After this, all they have to do is hang up the phone. If the participant goes out of town or leaves the residence for any time, you just temporarily un-subscribe and re-subscribe when you return. If the call goes unanswered, the computer will call back 3 times at 15-minute intervals. If there is still no answer, the sheriff will dispatch a deputy or the local police. They will have with them a print out of information on the person that is not responding to the calls. This program was established by FBC Sheriff Milton Wright, Commissioner’s Court and Ken Whitt (FBC Sheriff’s Citizens Academy Alumni Assoc.) in 1998. Many police chiefs in the county are also participating in the program and will proceed with the welfare check for citizens of their community. To request more information or to enroll in this free and very beneficial program, please call the Sheriff’s dept. at 281-3414704.

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. Board meeting is the 2nd Tuesday of each month @ 7 PM. We meet at City Police Station located at 5456 Franz Rd. The ARC of Katy members are always welcome.Please visit www.thearcofkaty.org or call 832-754-9802 or 832-888-9265 for additional information.

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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. Our meetings are every Wednesday night from 7 – 8 PM. For more information call 713-632-5237.

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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.

KATY ESSENTIAL TREMOR SUPPORT GROUP

The Katy Essential Tremor Support Group meets bi-monthly on the second Thursday of each month, at the Heritage Grand Clubhouse, 25125 North Heritage Grand Circle, in Katy at 4:00 PM. For more information, you may contact Betty Ann Schwarz, Group Leader 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 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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:

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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 281-492-8031. • 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

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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 – 8:00 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.

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The Fellowship at Cinco Ranch offers several support and growth recovery groups through its Merimnao ministry, all of our groups are Christ-centered and open to everybody in the community. Call the church at 281-395-3950 or go to our website at www.thefellowship.org/ministry/merimnao for more information. Groups include the following: • Castimonia - A group for men struggling with sexual purity • Parakaleo - A group for women whose husbands are dealing with sexual purity • Adelphe - A “women’s issues” group • Divorce Support - A group for those dealing with divorce • Divorce for Kids - A group for children dealing with the divorce of their parents • Poimenes - A group for men in positions of spiritual authority • Parent Advocates - For parents of difficult or troubled high school aged children • Sozo - For women struggling with having had an abortion in their past • New Hope - For women dealing with the issue of breast cancer

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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.

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Are you having a hard time controlling the way you eat? Have you ever wanted to stop eating and found you just could not? Do you think about food or your weight constantly? Do you find yourself attempting one diet or food plan after another with no lasting success? If you answered YES to any of the above questions you may be a food addict...you are not alone. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) is a recovery program for people who suffer from overeating, under-eating and 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. Weekly meetings at the following times and location: Saturday, 10:00 AM, Sunday at 3:00 PM and Tuesday at 7:00 PM at West Houston Community Center, located at 725 Bateswood, Houston 77079. Wednesday, 10:00 AM - Council on Alcohol & Drugs - Houston, at 303 Jackson Hill Street, Houston 77077. Local information Janice 512-694-7384 or Iris 281-392-8914.

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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.

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HOLY COVENANT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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. 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.

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Lifeway International is an early enthusiastic substance abuse recovery program for adolescents, young adults and adults and their families. Lifeway is an (APG) Alternative Peer Group that offers supportive and clinical outpatient services for ages 13 -25 and the adult population 26+. Lifeway meets every Wednesday at 7:30 PM at Grace Fellowship United Methodist Church, 2655 S. Mason Rd, Katy. For more information, call 713-270-6753.

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

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT MEETING

On the 3rd Tuesday of each month there is a Breast Cancer Support Meeting at Kathy Methodist Hospital, 18500 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77094 at 6:00 PM till 8:00 PM. 832-522-1000

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For further information about breastfeeding, please call: Susan 281-8296833, Ariel 281-731-7313 or Christina 713-818-4488. For info. about other LLL mtgs. in Houston, call 713-383-2819, www.LLLHouston.org or www. texaslll.org, La Leche League International’s website is: www.lalecheleague. org.

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Dealing with the stresses of little ones is rewarding, but it can also be exhausting, exasperating and isolating. That’s where the MOMS Club of Katy, TX® can help. Join us for daytime activities, playgroups, conversation and lots of support. Children are welcome at all events. Please email us at momsclubkatyse@yahoo.com for more information.

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Each month we will hear from gifted speakers and develop friendships with other moms as we explore the Fruit of the Spirit. We understand that being a mother is a difficult job and we pray that you will find wisdom, encouragement and strength at Moms@Second. We look forward to seeing YOU and learning all that God has to teach us this year! We welcome moms with kids of all ages! Doors open at 6:45 PM, meeting to start at 7:00 PM-9:00 PM, in the High School Area @ Second Baptist, Katy. Cost is $40 for entire year. Childcare provided for a minimal cost. Contact Kendra Krezanosky or Robin Gilliam at momsatsecond@gmail.com for more details and dates or Faye in nursery office at 713-465-3408 x 1007.

MOMS IN PRAYER INTERNATIONAL

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Moms@bcbc meets the first and third Friday of every month during the school year. Moms@bcbc is a place to find friendship, community, resources and support for you as a woman and mother. We welcome mothers of all ages and stages: mommies of babies to kindergartners and beyond, homeschool moms and mothers who just want to encourage other moms! No mom should mother alone, you need all the support you can get! For more information, contact us at bcbcmops@gmail.com or 281-859-9900.

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Attention Moms! Do you worry about your children? Come experience how you can replace your anxiety and fear with peace and hope by praying with other moms. Moms In Prayer International gathers moms together to pray specifically and scripturally for our children and schools. Won’t you join with us in prayer for this next generation? Our mission is to impact children and schools worldwide for Christ by gathering mothers to pray. Our vision is that every school in the world will be covered with prayer. If you would like more information about MIPI and the groups in Katy, please contact Leslie Power at 281-392-2357 or visit the Moms In Prayer website at www.MomsInPrayer.org

MOTHERS’ SHARE GROUP

Mothers’ Share Group serves as a valuable outreach for stay-at home parents. We offer a supportive network of moms, interesting and informative speakers relevant to parenting and family life, creative crafts, service projects, and the opportunity to make wonderful friends with others in the Katy area. We 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). Everyone in the community is welcome. Please join us for fun, food and friendship! For more information or to confirm childcare, please contact St. Peter’s UMC at 281-492-8031 or www.stpkaty.org.

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MYC - MOTHERS OF YOUNG CHILDREN

We are a biblically based group of mothers with young children, infant through elementary school, along with mentor moms (more experienced, older moms), who share the joys and frustrations of motherhood and explore the purposes and promises God gives to parents. Our curriculum consists of a Mom-to-Mom Bible study every other week and missions, socials and play dates on the off weeks. We meet every Friday from 9-11:30 AM and follow the KISD school calendar. Childcare is provided. Registration is $25 per semester or $50 for the year, which covers books and materials. For information and to register, please visit www.stpkaty.org/mothers-of-youngchildren.

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We provide an OASIS in the frenzied weeks of busy moms… A place to be: *EQUIPPED for parenting, marriage and spiritual growth. *ENCOURAGED by sharing with other moms within mentor led small groups. *ENERGIZED by loving support of other women. Our focus is Biblically based teaching on parenting, marriage and spiritual growth. iBloom includes interesting live speakers, relevant video curriculum with just the right mix of fun! We are a group of moms of children from birth to fifth grade. Join us Monday mornings, 9:30-11:30 AM Grace Fellowship UMC, 2655 S. Mason Rd., Katy, TX The cost is $20 for the year (includes study guide). Childcare is FREE! For more information and to register go to www.graceibloom.org. Questions: call Denise at 281-693-6907 or Sonja at 713-702-2153.

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REAL MOMS OF KATY PLAYGROUP

This group is down to earth and drama free. Our motto is to build lasting friendships for the mommies as well as the children. We value every member feedbacks and participation. We like for the members to take ownership of the group and feel a sense of belonging. This is primarily a preschool age group though we understand that you may have other small children so all are welcome. We are mostly stay at home moms but if you work from home or can get together in the day time than you’re welcome. We also have ladies night out! We embrace diversity and believe we all can learn from each other. Learn more at www.meetup.com/Real-Moms-of-Katy.

ALL MOMS OF KATY

All Moms of Katy: come run AMOK with us! We are a fun group of moms who support each other through the joys and woes of parenting with playgroups, park days and the occasional moms night out. Contact membership at allmomsofkaty@gmail.com to get involved.

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This is a group to support working moms in the Katy area who would like to find support and camaraderie in other working moms and also a social network. Play dates will be held on Saturdays and an occasional mom’s night on a weeknight. I’m hoping that there are other moms out there just like myself who would like to have like-minded moms to hang out with on the weekend and fun things to plan with the kids during non-work hours. If you’re interested, please join my group and take a minute and tell me a little about yourself so we can get to know one another and start building a group together. Charlene Taylor: charleneetaylor@yahoo.com, 281-235-3043 or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/workingmomsofkaty.

KINDRED (FOR MOMS OF PRESCHOOLERS)

Meets every other Friday at 9:30 AM. Kindred is a ministry group for moms of preschoolers aged birth - Kindergarten. It’s a haven for soothing frazzled nerves and forming lifelong friends. It includes teaching by experienced mothers who share Biblical truths and practical ways to fulfill the varied roles of a mother, while providing a children’s program where your little ones are loved on and cared for. Register online at Kingsland.org. 2013 Meetings: December 6th.

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Parents of (or parents expecting) twins, triplets or more are invited to attend our monthly meeting. We meet the 2nd Monday of each month, at 7:00 PM, at Spring Creek Barbeque in the banquet room. 21000 Katy Freeway Katy Texas 77449. KAPOM is a member of the Texas Mothers of Multiples and the National Organization of Mothers of Twins Clubs, Inc. For more information, email membership@kapom.org or visit our website www.kapom.org.

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Katy Association of Child Care Professionals is a group of registered, licensed and listed child care providers located on the north and south sides of Interstate 10 in the Katy area. Our members are qualified and experienced, as well as CPR and First Aid certified. We meet the third Wednesday of each month, at the MUD #81 building, located at Cimarron Parkway and Hidden Canyon for an evening of professional training and networking. Refreshments are served. Parents and child care providers requiring more information may call 281-578-6376 or 281-392-0989.

PARENTS WITHOUT PARTNERS

Are You a Single Parent? Need an activity to share with the kids? Do you need a new group of single friends? Do you need support of friends that are in the same boat as you? Members and their children frequently enjoy camping, picnics, the Zoo, theater, dances, swimming, museums, house parties, movies and many other activities together. For more information 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.

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Did you know there is a support group for the Gifted and Talented Program in KISD? The Katy Parents of Gifted and Talented is an advocacy organization dedicated to promoting quality educational services for the gifted students in the school district. The mission of the organization is to promote community awareness of the unique social, emotional and intellectual needs of gifted and talented students and to support the development of appropriate educational services to meet these needs. To function successfully as an advocacy organization, KPGT needs membership and volunteer support! Funded by membership dues, KPGT publishes a quarterly newsletter, “Connections” and is now on the web! KPGT advocates for the needs of our GT students by serving on district committees, panels at state GT conferences, the Parent Advisory Board and keeping abreast of legislative issues. KPGT works cooperatively with KISD to co-host events such as the very popular “Super Saturday” and the “Student Summer Scholarship Seminar.” Our non-profit organization offers summer scholarships and grants for innovative programs to the GT teachers in KISD. Won’t you show your support of our efforts and join KPGT today? Visit our website at www.kpgt.org for a printable membership form.

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MEMORIAL HERMANN KATY HOSPITAL PARENTING CLASSES

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West Houston Medical Center offers prenatal classes on an ongoing basis throughout the year. The following is a list of classes that are presently offered. To inquire or register, please call 281-588-8065. • Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze Class (Weeknight and Weekend classes available) • Infant Care Class • Breastfeeding Class • Infant CPR Class • Infant/Child CPR Class • Community CPR Class (Infant/Child/Adult) • Sibling Adjustment Class West Houston Medical Center also offers a FREE Mother and Child Play and Informational Support Group. • Mothers with babies birth to six months meets every Wednesday from 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM in suite 201 of the Doctor’s Center. • Mothers with babies six to twelve months meets every Wednesday from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM in suite 201 of the Doctor’s Center. The program features a weekly topic that mothers with babies are eager to learn as well as a time for questions and answers. It is a time to get to know other new mothers and for your babies to have interaction with other babies. The group is moderated by the Perinatal Coordinator who has over 20 years of experience in the field. Should you have additional questions you may call 281-588-8065. The Doctor’s Center is located at 12121 Richmond Ave. Houston, TX 77082.

KATY’S OWN SCHOOL LUNCH REVOLUTION

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Community & Commerce Groups KATY AREA REPUBLICANS KATY’S CONSERVATIVE VOICE

Please check our website www.katyrepublicans.com for information on meeting times and places. For further information, contact Kate Diehl at 832643-0378 or ktuqt@consolidated.net.

KATY AREA DEMOCRATS

Katy Area Democrats meets 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Briarchester club house at 7 PM. Great speakers each month as well as opportunities for community involvement. For information, contact Pat Darwish 281-647-0986 or pdarwish@comcast.net or visit our website www.katydemocrats.net.

KATY MOMMY PATRIOTS

Katy Mommy Patriots is a group of moms meeting together to join the fight to protect our children’s future by getting involved in community and political events. Come join us as we study the issues, work to elect candidates that

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KATY SUNRISE ROTARY

Katy Sunrise Rotary Club is a member club of Rotary International, a 100-year-old worldwide service organization. Katy Sunrise Rotary meets every Tuesday morning, at 7:00 AM, at Cinco Ranch Golf Club, guests and visitors are welcomed. For more information please visit www. katysunriserotary.com.

ROTARY CLUB OF KATY

Formed in 1946, the Rotary Club of Katy has a diverse membership of 30 business and professional men and women. The club meets each Thursday, from noon to 1:00 PM, at Hasta La Pasta, 1450 Grand Parkway, Suite E, Katy, TX 77494. For more information, call 281-392-0045 or visit www.katyrotary.com.

WEST HOUSTON ROTARY CLUB

West Houston Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at 12:15 PM for Lunch and Fellowship at the Omni Hotel West Houston, Katy Freeway at Eldridge. Guests and visitors are welcome. Rotary clubs provides many opportunities for giving back to our community (local and global); come join us for fun, friendships and community service. Contact 281-627-0662 for more info.

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Do you need to improve your communication skills for presentations, interviews, networking or everyday conversations with co-workers, customers or volunteers? We are a supportive group of members who help each other become better speakers and leaders. We meet the first three Thursdays at Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union, 25525 Katy Mills Parkway, Katy, TX 77494. (We are located behind Katy Mills Mall near Pin Oak Road.) from 7:30 PM-9:00 PM. For more information, visit our website at http://katy. toastmastersclubs.org

PARK 10 TALKERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB

Need speaking skills? Improve your communication skills; lose your fears of public speaking; and learn skills that will help you be more successful in whatever path you’ve chosen in life. You are invited to visit the Park 10 Talkers Toastmasters Club every Thursday each month, at 11:45 AM, at NACE, 1440 South Creek Dr, Houston, 77084; telephone 281-228-6287. For more information on Toastmasters, go to www.toastmasters.org.

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Do you live in west Houston and work in downtown Houston? If you would like to improve your communication and leadership skills, please contact Ed Young at edyoung2@hotmail.com for more information. We meet every Tuesday, at 7 AM and we’ve been serving the downtown area for 30 years!

KATY CHAPTER OF PUBLIC SPEAKERS ASSOCIATION

Meets 3rd Wednesday of every month from 11 AM - 1 PM at LaFinca Mexican Restaurant on Westheimer Parkway. Meeting is free. Cost for what you order only. For info., call Jane Moughon at 832-455-4579 or email janemoughon@gmail.com. Website: www.publicspeakersassociation.com.

AMERICAN BUSINESSWOMEN’S ASSOCIATION KATY CHARTER CHAPTER

American Businesswomen’s Association Katy Charter Chapter meets the second Tuesday of each month, at Hasta la Pasta, located on the Grand Parkway. Networking begins at 6:00 PM, followed by dinner and meeting at 6:30. Please email RSVPs and inquiries to abwa.katy@gmail.com.

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The West Houston Chapter of International Assoc. of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) usually meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at Embassy Suites Houston - Energy Corridor at 11730 Katy Freeway (N. side of I10 - Kirkwood Exit). Networking begins at 5:30 PM, dinner is served at 6:00 PM. Reservations are required. For additional info, please contact Caroline Champness CAP-OM at caroline.champness@bp.com or go to www.iaap-westhouston.org to visit our website.

ABWA WEST HOUSTON NETWORK

ABWA West Houston Network - Meets the second Thursday of each month, 11:30 AM-1:00 PM, at the Marriott Energy Corridor - I-10 Katy Freeway between Park Ten and Hwy 6. Visit our website at www.whenabwa. org for more info or to RSVP.

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BUSINESS NETWORK INTERNATIONAL

BNI Katy meets every Thursday at 7:00 AM at Willowfork Country Club, 21055 Westheimer Pkwy, Katy, TX 77450. If you are interested in growing your business, please come to a meeting. Call Kitty Tennison, President, 281-221-0016 or Susan Hendrix, Vice-President, 954-729-3870 for more information.

BUSINESS NETWORK INTERNATIONAL

Business Network International, (BNI)/Cinco Ranch Group meets every Tuesday from 7:00-8:30 AM, for breakfast and business networking, at Willowfork Country Club at 21055 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, TX 77450. Please RSVP to Len Tierney at 713-824-6960 or go to www.bnihouston.com and search for Cinco Ranch Chapter in Katy, Texas.

PARKWAY BUSINESS PARTNERS CHAPTER OF BNI

The Parkway Business Partners chapter of BNI meets every Wednesday at Willow Fork Country Club in Katy. Meetings are held from 7:15 AM until 9:00 AM and visitors are welcome. For information or a reservation to attend, please call Chris at 832-252-9413.

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West Katy Netweavers was created two years ago in Fulshear to help business professionals grow their business through relationship building, referral networking and local community building. We meet every second and fourth Wednesday of the month at theCross Creek Ranch location of Essence Cafe in Fulshear. Our fun and structured breakfast meetings begin at 7:30 AM and end at 8:30 AM sharp. Be ready to introduce yourself and your business and share your business cards with the other business professionals. The cost of attendance is $1. Bring your business cards to exchange with others, but no brochures or other marketing materials. Businesses that have thebest success in growing their business in our group are those that care about improving their triple bottom line - profit, social and environmental. For questions and to learn more about others in the group, visit www.facebook.com/groups/westkatynetweavers.

FITNESS JOURNEY NETWORK

Fitness Journey Network is a NEW group of Katy health and wellness professionals meeting the first Thursday of each month, at various locations in the Katy area. Membership is free. If you would like more information or would like to be a part of our group, please contact Karen Narum at 281-871-8920 or at fitnessjourney@live.com.

KATY BAR ASSOCIATION

Katy Bar Association, which is an Association of Attorneys who live or work in the Katy Area, holds its monthly meeting at 11:30 AM on the fourth Tuesday of every month at Willow Fork Country Club. Anyone interested in attending, should contact Sarah Springer at sarah@sarahspringerlaw. com or 281-646-0644. The KBA is sponsoring a continuing legal education program on February 21, 2014, “Building Blocks of Wills, Estates and Probate.” Each monthly meeting offers continuing legal education credit. For more information, contact Sarah Springer who is the current President of the KBA.

KATY NEIGHBORS’ COFFEES

Katy Neighbor’s Coffees are open to all women who live in the Katy Area. It is to promote friendship in the neighborhood among old and new residents. Coffees are held once a month on the last Tuesday, at 10 AM, at members’ homes. There are no officers of this club and membership is free to all. For more information please contact 281-578-2078 or 281-395-1730.

WELCOME WAGON CLUB OF KATY

Welcome Wagon Club Katy will have our Neighborhood Coffee on Tuesday, December 3, 2013. The coffee is an informal gathering held in a members home. To attends the coffee, please call Peggy, 979-709-4497 for the location or email welcomewagonclubkaty@yahoo.com. The Welcome Wagon Club Katy members and guests will have a toy collection to be presented to The Texas Children’s Hospital with a speaker telling the members about all the things the Hospital’s new location on the West side of Houston has to offer the community. The luncheon will be Tuesday, December 10, 2013, at 11:30 AM. Cost is $25; location of the luncheon will be Pine Forest Country Club, 18003 Clay Rd., Houston, TX 77084. All Katy area women, whether new or longtime residents, are welcome to attend. Reservations are required and must be made by Thursday, December 5, 2013. Mail a check made out to “Welcome Wagon Club Katy” for $25 to Norinne Stumph, 303 Imperial Bend Lane, Katy, TX 77493, questions call 281-395-0362 or email welcomewagonclubkaty@yahoo.com. The Welcome Wagon Club of Katy is a community minded, social active organization, with membership being open to all woman in the Katy area. Monthly activities include: Bunco, Mahjongg, Book Club, Craft Group, Trips/ Antiquing, Dinning Out, as well as Lunch and a Movie.

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You are cordially invited to join one of Houston’s friendliest women’s clubs! We have monthly luncheons and numerous monthly activities for all ages and abilities. Monthly Luncheon Meetings are held at a local Country Club on the third Wednesday of the month. Cost is $29 per person. Contact NNGH.org for reservations. For more info contact: Renee M Middleton Publicity Chairman phone/fax: 713-977-9222; P. O. Box 19882, Houston, TX 77224-9882, email: NNGHMembership@yahoo.com Newcomers and Neighbors of Greater Houston (NNGH.org) was established in 1957 to provide friendly fellowship and fun activities for Houston women. From September through May, there are monthly luncheons (normally third Wed of each month) and numerous monthly activities for all ages and abilities (e,g., bridge, mah jong, bunco, bowling, beading, book club, play reading, sewing and crafts, movie and lunch bunch, creative cooking, wine tastings - just to name a few). NNGH is truly one of Houston’s friendliest women’s clubs and certainly the most active. In addition, we have events and activities throughout the year to benefit selected non-profit organizations. This year we are working with Boys and Girls Country and Houston SPCA.

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Greater Katy Exchange Club meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM, at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. $15 includes dinner and speaker (advance registration day before meeting). You can call or pay and RSVP at www.KatyExchangeClub. com. The Greater Katy Exchange Club is non-profit service organization of a group of men and women working together to make our community better place to live through programs of service in Americanism, Community Service, Youth Activities and the Prevention of Child Abuse. Give back to your community by joining the Katy Exchange Club. Guest’s welcome. Advance reservations required by 12:00 PM day of meeting to Shivani ShahPalaniappan 281-827-5795 or Newell Cheatheam 713-385-3622 or pay and reserve online at www.KatyExchangeClub.com.

TEXAS COASTAL CATTLEWOMEN

Texas Coastal Cattlewomen (TCCW), a chapter of Texas CattleWomen, meets on the third Wednesday of each month, at various locations throughout the Houston area. TCCW is a 501 (c) 3 charitable organization whose purpose it is to promote beef by educating the public to its nutritional value and to the use of its many by-products in our daily lives. You do not need to be in the cattle business, but only need to want to promote beef. In addition, we award scholarships to applicants in the following counties: Harris, Fort Bend, Austin, Brazoria, Galveston, Colorado, Liberty, Waller and Wharton. If you are interested in becoming a member or desire more information, you may contact Dorothy at cattlegamma@aol.com or Sue at 281-238-8382 or cell 281-381-1987.

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Life is too short so get out and enjoy it. Mix, mingle, socialize and network with singles ages 35+ or those that prefer to hang out with the over forty crowd. We have a variety of events each month such as; dinner & dancing, movies, girls night out, themed parties, picnics, weekend get-a-ways, recreational activities, daytrips and more. For more details, visit www.meetup.com/KatyRocks.

BP PARTNERS

BP Partners will host an informal coffee in a member’s home at 10:00 AM. For date and location of the event, please email Phyllis Crouch, phylliscrouch@ comcast.net or call Jeaneen Stastny at 713-398-4180. BP Partners is a local organization that fosters friendship and support for the spouses and partners of BP employees and retirees. Monthly activities include Luncheon or Coffee, Book Club, Bowling, Bunco, Bird Watching, Craft Group and Lunch Bunch and evening events. For membership information, contact Darshi Shah at darshis@gmail.com or go to www.bppartnershouston.com to check out our website.

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December 6th at 6:30 PM: Children’s Christmas Musical December 15th at 8:30 & 11 AM Worship: The Festival Choir Christmas Musical Worship Service

Christmas Eve Eve Eve December 22nd at 4:00 PM: Children & Families Candelight Christmas Service

Christmas Eve 6:00 & 9:00 PM: Candlelight and Communion Service All are welcome to enjoy communion

First United Methodist Church Katy 5601 5th Street Katy, TX 77493

281-391-2121

www.firstmethodistkaty.com

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KATY AREA RETIRED EDUCATORS

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This dynamic organization meets at 11:30 AM, on the second Wednesday of each month, September through May, at the Merrell Center, 6301 South Stadium Lane, Katy. All retired school employees in the Katy, West Houston area are invited to become members of KARE. It does not matter from which school district you retired. KARE’s theme this year is “KARE Keeps on Learning.” Join us as we learn about a variety of topics via interesting and informative meetings, fun side trips and camaraderie with other retirees. Lunch is provided at a small cost. For information contact Luanne Zacek at 281-391-8464 or lzacek@hotmail.com.

WESTSIDE OVER 50 CLUB

If you are 50 and over, you are invited to join us at Willow Fork Country Club on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM for dinner and socializing. We also have activities throughout each month, including day trips by bus. Couples and singles are invited. For reservations and information, please contact Frank Watson at 281-492-6202 or Kirk Hanson 281-346-0459.

Craft & Hobby Groups

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TEXAS MASTER NATURALIST

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• IRRIGATION PROFESSIONALS

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Katy Music Studio Individual lessons for:

Piano, Guitar, Violin & Voice

146 Apple White Dr. (At Mason Rd & I-10 behind Popeye’s)

281-392-2121

www.katymusicstudio.com

If you enjoy nature and would like to learn more, do more and/or teach young people about the great outdoors, consider joining others in a local chapter of Texas Master Naturalists. There are 60 or so friends and neighbors in the Fort Bend County area who are members and invite you to check out the organization at www.coastalprairie.org. The Texas Master Naturalists program is sponsored by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. For additional information, call 281-6337033 or email mmcdowell@ag.tamu.edu.

BIRD HIKES AT SEABOURNE CREEK NATURE PARK RESUMES

The Texas Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie Chapter is eager to inform the public of the resumption of their monthly bird hikes, which began Wednesday, November 6th, from 8 - 10 AM. The bird hikes take place the first Wednesday of each month through May. They are led by expert birders in the Chapter and are free and open to the public. Participants, novices and up, should gather in the parking lot to meet their guides and obtain birding lists. Binoculars are strongly recommended. Seabourne Creek Nature Park is located on Hwy 36 next to the Rosenberg Civic Center.

JANUARY 9, 2014 - HIGHWAY 36A COALITION

The Texas Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie Chapter is excited to host Richard Fields, P.E. as the speaker for our January monthly program. In January 2013, three counties came together to form the Highway 36A Coalition, an advocacy group dedicated to developing free-flowing transportation facilities in southern Brazoria, western Fort Bend and Waller Counties. The general route for this corridor begins at Port Freeport and ends at SH 6 north of Hempstead, following existing SH 36 south of Rosenberg. The route is undefined across western Fort Bend County and follows the “Prairie Parkway” according to the Waller County thoroughfare plan north of IH 10, which crosses the Katy Prairie Conservancy. If you are not aware of the efforts of the Highway 36A Coalition currently we hope you will take advantage of this opportunity to learn what their proposal entails, what their concerns are. This program will take place on Thursday, January 9th, at 7 PM. The meeting will be preceded by a social time and snacks at 6:30 PM and will be held at the Bud O’Shieles Community Center located at 1330 Band Road, Rosenberg, 77471. The meeting is free and open to all interested persons.

AMERICAN SEWING GUILD IN KATY

Do you like sewing? Would you like to meet other sewing enthusiast in the Katy area? Then check out the Katy Neighborhood Group of the American Sewing Guild’s Houston Chapter. We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of every month from 1 PM to 3 PM, at Quilt & Sew, 829 Mason Rd., Katy. For more information, please check out our website at www.asghouston.org.

December 2013

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Your Neighborhood Plumber FOR SALE

LG Model WM3470HVA GRAPHITE STEEL FRONT LOADING WASHER. Like new. A Really Great Deal. Used five months. I inured my shoulder and can’t reach up to put the detergent or softener in the fill cup. 7 months left on warranty. $775 Beautiful & Rare Vintage Beatrix Potter Porecelain Figurines by Beswick Pottery of Longton Staffordshire, England: ‘Timmy Tiptoes” $100, “Squirrel Nutkin” $80, “Goody Tiptoes” $125. Beatrix Potter Music Boxes by Schmid &amp; Co, Toronto, Canada : Chippy Hackee Music Box playing “Feed the Birds” $140. Signed Squirrel Nutkin Music Box playing “:Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head” $90. Pics. 281-861-5566

Aaron’s

Noritake “Breathless” service for 8, plus platter/bowls, $200. 281-578-0555. 6 plots in Woodlawn Garden of Memories. Located across the street from main office in the “Bible” section. Below market value. Would like to sell all 6 together, but will consider selling in groups of 2 or 4. Please call 281-8511373 and leave message.

www.aarons-plumbing.com

281-398-8200

JP Roofing & Gutters www.jproofing.biz

5 inch - 6 inch Seamless Gutters Flat Roofs • Metal Roofs + Leak Repairs HardiPlank Siding Int./Ext. Painting & Repairs

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Treadmill - Fold-up ProForm T-35. Good cond., $150. Call 630-267-7425; Katy area.

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2, 27” Cloud fluorescent light fixtures, $25 each. 281-463-8655.

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Display cabinet, solid wood, dark stain, upper glass doors, 85” x 32” x18”, $130. 281-463-865.

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Special event planned? Ask about Rush Orders! Robin Brodie is an interior designer with over 25 years’ experience in the Katy / Houston area. Specializing in custom window and bedding fashions, she will work with you one-on-one to achieve custom designer solutions for your home at competitive prices. You’ll enjoy Robin’s friendly, relaxed approach to design!

Color TV, 20”, excellent condition, $45. 281-463-8655. For your princess! King sized light wash four poster bed with steps $350; two coordinating dressers,hutch, desk and chair with hand painted floral details $400. Call 713 898-6879 for pictures/appointment, Kelliwood. Seven piece fabric beige L/Room set Sofa loveseat Chaise Large coffee table glass/marble trim matching two side tables console iron ornate legsPd$2590 will sell for $900 Lamps $10 Trampoline 14’enclosed netting $90.00 Twin size bed with Light wood headboard footboard two underneath drawers Mattress Serta Perfect Northstar Excellence. Casio LK-55 lighted keyboard has lots of fancy features. Perfect for beginner piano $80.00 Cello $300 2 medium pet carriers $30.00 small carrier $20 New SanusVuepoint ModelF11 in unopened box tilting tv wall mount fits 13-26&quot; $25 Various fine home décor. 12 Piece Fine China set Nikko Platinum $100.00 1 black childrens

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Refrigerator - Whirlpool 21.6 cubic-foot side-by-side with ice maker. Perfect condition. Includes manual and unused replacement water filter. Pictures at http://houston.craigslist.org/app/4126713244.html. $349. 281-413-9217 (Copperfield).

King size Beauty Rest memory foam mattress with 9” bos xprings, like new, paid $3,000, asking $900 OBO; Vision X-1500 eliptical, excellent condition, asking $300 OBO. Call 281-578-0337 for information.

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Khalid Alrashed, Agent www.KAAInsurance.com

For real value on your family insurance, State Farm is there with up-to-date coverage, an affordable price and personal service. Whatever you insurance needs - -car, home, life, health, bank or 401k rollover – you can depend on me to treat you like a friend and neighbor. “If I can be any help, please give me a call, stop by my office or email me. After all, that’s what good neighbors are for.”

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Khalid.alrashed.mdkz@statefarm.com cowboy hat$10.00 1 Womans Black Cowboy Hat $30.00.Womens clothing with tags.Will email pictures of items. Items must be picked up by buyer. I also accept credit cards. Please email me if interested slazarus321@gmail. com or leave message 832-483-3754

New rear bumper for Chevrolet Silverado truck. Got for 2003 truck but fits older and newer models. $200. Cash only. Call(281) 599-1460 after 6:00 p.m.

Fisher-Price Power-Wheels Black Cadillac Escalade 2007-12V battery w/ radio! $175 Call 281-599-7723

Road Armor Stealth Base Winch Front Bumper. Attention Ford Truck Owners! $1,900 OR BEST OFFER. Road Armor Stealth Base Winch Front Bumper with Tiran II Guard, Satin Black Powder Coating (LED Light Mount Version), 3&quot; Diameter .120 Wall Tubing with Light Mounts for Three Offroad Lights, 3/16 Outer Steel Shell, Dual Recessed Light Pods for 4&quot; Square Diameter Lights, Included Shackle Mounts, Winch Mount to House Up to A T2K Non-Integrated Winch. This Bumper Fits a Ford F250, F350, F450, or F550. Year 2011-2014 Truck. Retail is $2,399.00 - Still in Box - New. Call 281-855-7803 or e-mail for picture - cms2007@sbcglobal.net

2008 NordicTrack Elliptical E7sv Workout Machine. Good condition. $800 value. On sale for $250. 713-937-4441. Ginny Dolls and trunk. 832 603 1078. Leather sofa and loveseat, creme color. Beige and brown marble and metal coffee and end tables, Brown accent chair and ottoman.Good condition, $500. 713-806-5456. Casio keyboard CTK-2080 110 song bank and music book. Used 3 times $100 or nearest offer Beginners electric guitar 222 and speaker with instruction book hardly used $80 or nearest offer call 281 543 6331

Motor Guide ET54 Trolling Motor and Minnkota 24LB Trolling Motors, never been used. Sell both for $350. Ken at 832-655-4746.

WANTED

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

HELP WANTED - CARE

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

AUTOMOTIVE

For Sale 2008 Black Grand Cherokee 63K miles. Good Condition. $14,000 Call 281-463-1175 or stultsjaney@yahoo.com for photos. For Sale 2009 White Saturn Vue 55K miles. Good Condition. $11,000 Call 281-463-1175 or stultsjaney@yahoo.com for photos. For sale 2004 T-Bird, 20,000 miles , Merlot Color, Light Sand Leather Interior. 21,900.00 .Mint condition , Garage Kept. Located in Firethorne , Katy, Tx Phone : 713-254-3173

Caregiver(s). All shifts. Assist residents with their daily activities and personal care. Excellent communication and nurturing heart required. Resumes to anewkirk@tuscanylivingvillas.com or 281-395-3496, Ref: CGALLKT Caregiver/Certified Nursing Assistant: Our Care Senior Solutions is interviewing for full or part time Caregivers/CNA’s positions. Schedules will depend on client’s needs. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years experience in caring for seniors. All applicants are subject to pre-employment drug screening and background checks. Resumes should be faxed to 832-8507122 or apply online at www.ourcareseniorsolutions.com.

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281-599-8405 Office OLUT BS

Now hiring security officers, part time/full time. No experience necessary. Retirees welcome. All shifts available. Accepting applications Monday Thursday, 8 AM - 11 AM. Located at 1035 Dairy Ashford, Suite 225, Houston, Texas 77079. Phone: 281-759-1010.

• Handyman Services • Cabinet Knobs & Pulls (Installed) • Door & Jamb Replacements • Carpentry Joseph L. Coats • Closet Renovations 30+ Years Experience • Painting • Sheetrock • Insured • References

Montessori school needs a Toddler Teacher. Must speak English and love children . Montessori training available for the right candidate. Email resume to School8007@aol.com or call 281-989-2978 between 3-5 PM Expanding Montessori School is looking for a primary (3-6 years) teacher. Email resume to School8007@aol.com or call 281-989-2978 between 3-5 PM.

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

HELP WANTED

Before/After School Counselors - Responsible adults needed to supervise children in local Katy ISD elementary child care sites either before school, after school or both. High School Diploma or GED required. Must love working with children and embody the 5 core values of the YMCA – Faith, Honesty, Caring, Responsibility and Respect. Part-Time. Shifts available Monday—Friday: 6:30-8:30 am and/or 2:30-6:30 pm. Submit applications to Sherry Hubbard; sherryh@ymcahouston.org or call 281-392-5055 ext. 235. Member Services Representatives - Responsible adults needed to work the front desk at the Katy YMCA to register members for programs, answer questions, greet, etc. Early morning, afternoon, evening and weekend shifts available. Must love working with the public and be strong at multi-tasking. Part-Time. Submit applications to Michelle Steffes; michelle.steffes@ ymcahouston.org or call 281-392-5055 ext. 214.

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281-550-5640

Katy Memorial Power Washing is seeking a power washing and roof cleaning technician. Requirements: must be a self-starter, flexible, team player, willing and able to work multiple jobs with minimum supervision; must be able to work on max height 2 story roofs; have a good driving record; must have 12’ trailer, towing experience and be proficient at backing trailer; no prior experience power washing or roof cleaning necessary, we train; live in the Katy, Texas area. Submit your resume via email to support@k-mpw.com. Lifetime Learners Child Development Center and Pre-School is now hiring for our Katy location; teachers and child care providers.Contact Mrs. Dana, 281-394-5437. Salon Picasso looking for experienced stylist and full time salon coordinator. Call 281-861-9911. Plumbers or Apprentices for repair. Bilingual preferred. Please call 281-2562239. Sales persons wanted to sell Replacement Windows and Window coverings. Ownership opportunity available. Call Replacement Windows of Katy at 281392-5353. Martial Arts USA is hiring qualified Tae Kwon Do Black Belts with WTF certification, over 18 years of age, background checks and interviews will be conducted. Contact Master Shin or Master An at 281-463-9333 or email YoungAn@cyfairtkd.com. Location, 17121 West Rd. Suite 200 Houston TX 77095. Looking for a highly motivated and outgoing person to be the front desk for a new dental office in Katy area. Candidate should be knowledgeable about dental insurance and have great communication skills. It is a paperless office so computer skills is a must. Experience is necessary, minimum 2 years. Need to know how to schedule, run daily/monthly/yearly reports, submit insurance claims electronically and manually, work on accounts receivable, manage patient charts, discuss and present treatment plans, verify insurance, pretreatment estimates and so on, handle patient upsets, deal with software support, etc. Please forward resume to assistdds@hotmail.com.

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COBALT CUSTOM POOLS, LLC

832-758-0331

clint@cobaltcustompools.com www.cobaltcustompools.com • Custom Pools/Spas • Remodels • Service & Repairs • Landscape Lighting • Mosquito Misting Systems • Firepits/Outdoor Kitchens • Arbors • Fully Insured

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LANDSCAPE CENTRAL OPE 281-347-1003 A7WDAYNS EEK

25450 Westheimer Pkwy @ Greenbusch Please visit us at: www.landscapecentralkaty.com ask about FREE DELIVERY

Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff. Must have experience working in a licensed child care facility, be flexible and dependable and have a passion for early childhood education. Call 281-4019828 or send resume to info@discovery-schoolhouse.com. Now Hiring! Do you love children? Small private preschool is now accepting applications. Must be dependable and energetic. Will train. Must have copy of High School Diploma or GED and copy of Social Security Card. Apply in person to 16618 Clay Road, Suite 400. 281-656-2273. The Pediatric Dentist of Katy is looking for a highly motivated Registered Dental Assistant. Our Pediatric Dental practice is located at 24022 Cinco Village Center Blvd., Suite 210 in Katy. Our office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM, with lunch from 12-1 PM. On Fridays we are open from 7:30 AM to 3 PM. Please bring by your resume in person. Housekeepers needed. Great hours for mom’s with school age children. 281-861-0394. Position available for an experienced hair stylist with a great attitude and good clientele. Benefits available. Call Images Hair Studio at 281-256-2286. Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900. Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment info. Send resume to randy@westhoustonelectric.com.

Timeshare: rent a lovely condo for a full week in Hawaii. Sleeps 4, fully stocked kitchen. What else needs to be said... It’s Hawaii! $795. For information contact Cheryl at 281-855-7427. Las Vegas Timeshare - On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen, dining & living; jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s/2 Phones, 2 pools outside building, fitness room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days $465 - 7 days $595. No added fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409. Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar Creek Cabin, new 2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front porch, satellite TV, beautiful views, abundant wildlife, Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park, sleeps 8. Call 866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more information.

NOVENA

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

PETS FOR SALE

Shih tzu puppies for sale. Cute, friendly, shots, registered and ready for a new lovely home. 713-927-6239.

TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES

Vacation home for rent in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath, beach, pool, tennis, golf, Mayan ruins. For more info Google VRBO 136406 or call, 281-463-4717.

NOVENA TO ST. JUDE

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

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Cinco Ranch Area Post Oﬃces

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TRAVERS & TRAVERS A TTORNEYS • M EDIATORS

Sherrie Haussner Travers

Address

Phone Number Business Hours

Katy Annex

1331 Pin Oak Road Katy, TX 77494

800-‐ASK-‐USPS 281-‐574-‐1401

Katy Finance

5701 4th Street Katy, TX 77493

800-‐ASK-‐USPS 800-‐275-‐8777 281-‐391-‐7538

Mon -‐ Fri Passport ApplicaHon 8:00 am -‐ 4:30 pm Services Sat -‐ Sun Closed

Fulshear

8055 FM 359 Road S. Fulshear, TX 77441

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

Mon -‐ Thru Passport ApplicaHon 8:30 am -‐ 12:30 pm Services 1:00 -‐ 4:00 pm Fri 8:30 am -‐ 12:30 pm Sat -‐ Sun Closed

Ace at Waterside

9825 S. Mason Road Suite 190 Richmond, TX 77406

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

Mon -‐ Sat 9:00 am -‐ 6:00 pm Sun 10:00 am -‐ 5:00 pm

Ace Hardware at Cinco Ranch

1720 S. Mason Road Katy, TX 77450

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

Mon -‐ Fri 9:00 am -‐ 6:00 pm Sat 9:00 am -‐ 2:00 pm

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Texas Board of Legal Specialization

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Services

Mailbox Key Request Informa6on Mailbox keys for 77450 Zip Code Area call 281-‐829-‐5062 Mailbox keys for 77494 Zip Code Area call 281-‐574-‐1401

281-492-2166

Mailbox Maintenance and Repair Contact Informa6on 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 281-343-9178 Internet Web Page www.MyCincoRanch.com

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 Fort Bend Motor Vehicle Registration 281-238-1490 Fort Bend Driver’s License Info 866-357-3639 Harris County Driver’s License Info 281-391-4874 Poison control 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

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MEDICAL Memorial Hermann Katy Christus St. Catherine

281-644-7000 281-599-5700

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 Griffin Elementary School Kilpatrick Elementary School Stanley Elementary School Beckendorff Junior High School Wood Creek Junior High Seven Lakes High School

281-396-6000 281-396-7560 281-396-2700 281-237-8700 281-237-7600 281-234-1400 281-237-8800 281-234-0800 281-237-2800

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“happy kids, beautiful smiles”

Safari themed dental office designed to help kids feel safe and secure. We offer Nitrous Oxide, Conscious Sedation and IV Sedation. Special needs patients welcome. Most Insurance Accepted

2840 Commercial Center Blvd, Suite 101 Katy, TX 77494

832-437-4894

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