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1. Compliment three people every day. 2. Watch a sunrise. 3. Be the first to say “Hello.” 4. Live beneath your means. 5. Be tough-minded, but tender hearted. 6. Remember someone’s name. 7. Be kinder than you have to be. 8. Don’t forget that a person’s greatest emotional need is to feel appreciated. 9. Keep your promises. 10. Learn to show cheerfulness even when you don’t feel it. 11. Remember that overnight success usually takes 15 years. 12. Leave everything better than you found it. 13. Remember that winners do what losers don’t want to do. 14. Don’t rain on other people’s parade. 15. Don’t waste an opportunity to tell someone that you love them.

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Annual assessment is due January 1, 2012. This year you have two options on paying: mail your check payable to Cypress Ridge HOA or pay online at www.APCmgmt.com - click on make a payment tab.

Trash Collection

Remember, recycling pick up is every Monday and Trash collection is Mondays and Thursdays. Please remember trash receptacles and recycling bins may be placed curbside no sooner than 8:00 PM the night before service and must be stored out of public view the same day.

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Please report any street light outage to Centerpoint. Repairs can take up to 3 weeks to be repaired, but the most recent request we made took only 2 days! It is imperative that residents participate in reporting outages, as there is no formal nighttime inspection done by management or Centerpoint. It’s simple, just go to www.centerpointenergy.com/outage and fill in the required information. You’ll need the 6 digit number located at the base of the light pole and an approximate address/location of the outage. You may also report it by dialing 713-207-2222.

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JANUARY……DID YOU KNOW?

• Birthstone is Garnet? Characteristic is Constancy? Flower is Snowdrop or Carnation? • Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, January 1, 1863? • First American presidential election was held January 7, 1789? • First great oil strike in Texas was January 10, 1901? • League of Nations was established January 10, 1920? • Inauguration Day for the President held every fourth year, beginning on January 20, 1937? • The U.S.S. Nautilus, 1st nuclear-powered ship in the world, was launched on January 21, 1954? • Gold was discovered in California on January 24, 1848? • Transcontinental telephone service was established in United States on January 25, 1915? • Thomas Edison was granted the first patent for his incandescent light on January 27, 1880? • U.S. space shuttle Challenger exploded, killing all seven crewmembers aboard on January 28, 1986? • Some important people in history born in January: Paul Revere, Betsy Ross, J. Edgar Hoover, Millard Fillmore, Richard M. Nixon, Alexander Hamilton, Benedict Arnold, Albert Schweitzer, Martin Luther King, Jr., Benjamin Franklin, Robert E. Lee, Edgar Allan Poe, Stonewall Jackson, John Hancock, Douglas MacArthur, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, William McKinley and Franklin D. Roosevelt. • The following were admitted as part of the United States: Alaska, Utah, New Mexico, Michigan and Kansas.

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• Birds: Provide food and fresh water. More birds die from lack of water than from lack of food. • Cacti: Semi-dormant now. Reduce watering. • Camellias: Plants may be moved. Pick up and discard fallen blooms. • Cultivation: Changes in design may now be made, new beds dug and old ones rebuilt. Correct defects in drainage. Incorporate gypsum into heavy soils: repeat in three weeks. Dig granite dust, rock phosphate and quantities of organic matter into soil. Allow time for settling before planting. • Fertilize: Daylilies, spuria, Louisiana and bearded irises with complete fertilizer. Give strawberries 1 teaspoon ammonium sulfate, keeping six inches away from plant. Fertilize pansies with manure tea or blood meal. Water in.

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• Fruits: Plant fruit trees. Mulch figs with grass or straw to prevent freeze damage to crown. • House Plants: Water, when surface soil is crumbly dry. Wash dust off leaves to open pores. Mist often. Inspect for diseases and insects. Reduce water for poinsettias. • Lawns: Remove thatch aerate, and feed with low nitrogen mixture. • Pests: For petal blight prevention, spray azaleas and camellias as flowers open. Spray for scale with dormant oil solution if temperature will be above 35˚ and below 85˚ for next 48 hours. Always read and heed manufacturer s directions before spraying. • Propagation: Ivy cuttings root easily this month and next. Root cuttings of shrubs in mixture of loam and coarse sand; keep damp and semi-shaded until rooted. • Prune: Fruit trees in advance of new growth. Prune to groom and shape. Do not remove too much. Remove dead wood from trees and shrubs before spring buds swell, but do not prune spring bloomers. Prune crape myrtles. Prune nandina and others of similar growth habit by cutting unwanted canes out at base of plant. • Roses: Annual pruning about the middle of February, just before the spring buds break. To prevent later appearance of disease in the old beds, keep garden clean of debris and weeds. Complete preparation of new beds for roses. • Transplanting: January is one of the best months to transplant woody plants, both evergreen and deciduous, especially trees. Energy will be expended on roots instead of foliage. Learn ultimate size and cultural needs of tree or plant before buying. Consider dwarf varieties to avoid crowding later. Group plants of similar cultural needs. Do not work wet soil. Assure good drainage. Keep plants moist. • Vegetables: Prepare beds, preferably raised for drainage, with about 50% humus, including rotted manure. • Winter Protection: Expect freeze any time; plan for protection of tender plants. Water. Remove coverings, particularly plastic, when temperature rises. Protect low plants with dry leaves, pine needles or soil mulch, but remove when weather warms.

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It’s a stark irony of the Western calendar that the odometer turns over smack dab in the middle of winter, the one time of the year when most people can’t rouse themselves to clean their bathrooms, much less make an ambitious, life-changing, behavioral U-turn. If you’re the type who likes to ring in the New Year with an engraved list of resolutions, read on for hints about how best to keep them. Aim low. It goes without saying that most New Year’s resolutions are easier announced (or written) than done, but if you set the bar too high, you’re doomed from the start. Instead of a sweeping declaration like “I will lose 30 pounds by April and finally fit into that dress,” target a goal that’s more attainable, like losing 10 or 15 pounds.   Don’t overload yourself. It’s difficult enough for the average person to follow through on one ambitious New Year’s resolution; why on earth would you saddle yourself with three or four? Choose the most pressing issue at hand losing weight, finding a girlfriend, improving your relationship with your parents and concentrate on that. Trying to do everything simultaneously practically guarantees failure across the board.    Tell everyone you know. One school of thought says that New Year’s resolutions are best kept to oneself, but look at it this way: the more people to whom you announce your resolution (say, to get out of your dead-end job by spring), the more people there’ll be to prod you along if you fall behind. There’s no shame in seeking help if you can’t accomplish your resolution on your own.   Reward yourself. Following through on a New Year’s resolution is rarely easy, so a little Pavlovian conditioning goes a long way. If you’ve resolved to shop less, stroke yourself for not buying those shoes by springing for a steaming hot cappuccino at the mall. If you’ve resolved to be nicer to people, buy yourself a nice jacket after enduring that tedious cocktail party without delivering any insults.

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Wait until spring. Sometimes the best way to accomplish a New Year’s resolution is to make it at a time of year of your choosing, rather than the one dictated by the calendar. May 1st is a good alternate date, since the change of season will neatly coincide with the change you’re hoping to accomplish in yourself. By Bob Strauss, www.ehow.com.

INDOOR EXERCISE FOR KIDS

Motivating kids to stay fit is a challenge. There’s so much competition: television, computer games, talking to friends on the phone. It’s even harder when the weather is bad or if there’s not a safe place outdoors to exercise. But encouraging children to stay fit is more important than ever. Studies show that a growing number of American children are overweight or obese. This puts them at risk for health problems, such as diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure. Overweight children tend to have lower self-esteem, too, and may be treated unfairly by other kids in school. Even small amounts of exercise can help children stay at a healthful weight. With some planning, children can find ways to exercise without leaving home. Tame the TV One great way to get kids exercising is to cut back on the amount of time they spend sitting around not moving—especially time spent watching television. An article in the journal Physician and Sportsmedicine shows that reducing TV time diverts children to more active pursuits. Additional studies show a link between TV time and obesity—the more people watch, the more likely they are to be overweight. Your Home Gym—no equipment required Children can stay in good shape by doing simple exercises in the home, says Ken Baldwin, MEd., a personal trainer certified by the American Council on Exercise. Baldwin, a children’s fitness expert, says children and adolescents “should work on strength-training and agility skills and cardiovascular training.”

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Baldwin recommends this routine: 1. Warm up by running stairs or jumping rope. 2. Stretch the trunk, arms and legs to limber up. 3. Do a set of 10 to 15 pushups, keeping the back straight and stomach muscles tight when going up and down. 4. Do a set of 15 to 25 crunches to work the stomach (abdominal) muscles. Do this lying on your back with your arms behind your head. Keep the small of your back on the ground while lifting your head and shoulders up off the ground. 5. Do a set of 15 to 25 squats to work the lower body. Hold onto the back of a chair or doorknob for support and bend down at the knees and stand up again. When squatting down, keep your back straight, sit straight down and rise straight up again. Keep your knees from moving forward to reduce strain on your ankles. Children and teens should try to repeat this routine until they’ve been active for 30 minutes or more, Baldwin says. As kids gain strength, they can build up their sets from 15 or 20 repetitions to 35 repetitions and upward. Sticking to the routine by doing it every day or every other day will help kids get stronger and keep them in shape, Baldwin says. “These are all things that can be done indoors without any special equipment,” he says. Other options: Baldwin says organizations such as the YMCA are great for keeping in shape. Other options include school gyms and swimming pools if they are open in the evening, or malls or shopping centers where children can walk laps. Children can also stay active by doing housework and using stairs instead of the elevator. The key thing is to build activity into a child’s daily routine. Remember that setting a good example helps. Join your child in the exercise routine or plan regular family walks or bicycle trips to keep moving. www.christusstcatherine.org

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Line a shallow roasting pan with aluminum foil. Place the brisket on the foil. Stir together the steak sauce, liquid smoke and ketchup. Pour half of the mixture over the brisket, then turn the meat over and pour sauce over the other side. Wrap tightly in a double layer of aluminum foil. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours. Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Let the roast stand at room temperature while the oven preheats to take off some of the chill. Bake for 6 or 7 hours in the preheated oven. You can leave it in even longer if you turn the oven down to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C). Remove brisket from the oven and slice across the grain. Return to the roasting pan and serve with sauce. Source: allrecipes.com, Submitted by: CHINASMOM2000

Slow Cooker Spicy Black-Eyed Peas

6 cups water 1 onion, diced 1 cube chicken bouillon salt to taste 1 pound dried black-eyed peas, sorted and rinsed 2 cloves garlic, diced 1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and diced 1 jalapeno chile, seeded and minced 8 ounces diced ham 4 slices bacon, chopped 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin 1 teaspoon ground black pepper Pour the water into a slow cooker, add the bouillon cube and stir to dissolve. Combine the black-eyed peas, onion, garlic, bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, ham, bacon, cayenne pepper, cumin, salt, and pepper; stir to blend. Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours until the beans are tender. Source: allrecipes.com, Submitted by: MJ46NY

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Turn an empty two-liter soda bottle into this cute giggling polar bear! Choose your child’s favorite colors for the hair and mittens. Celebrate winter! What you’ll need: 2 Liter Soda Bottle or Gesso Paint brush White and black acrylic craft paint 2 liter plastic bottle 2 mismatched socks Black marker Pink crayon Scissors 12” white yarn White craft glue Rice, pebbles, pennies, sand, etc (for weight) Pattern (http://crafts.kaboose.com/sodabottle_polar_bear_template. pdf) How to make it: Remove all labels from bottle and rinse out well. Allow to dry, add some weights (pennies, sand, rice, etc.) and place cap back on bottle. Paint bottle with one coat of gesso and let dry. Paint with one coat of white paint and let dry. Cut one of the socks on half. You will be using the end with the cuff. Use scissors to fringe the cut end of the sock.Use pattern to draw face on the front of the bottle using a black marker. Fill in the nose with black paint. Use a pink crayon to color circles for cheeks.Using the pattern, cut out two mittens from the other sock. Glue one mitten so that it is partially covering the bear’s mouth. Glue the other one lower and pointing toward her belly. Place the cuff end of the first pink sock over the top of the bottle cap. Use yarn to tie a knot around the sock in between the cuff and the fringe. Tie yarn into a bow trim off excess ends, leaving a couple of inches in place. Arrange the fringe so that it flops on top of the hat. -www.kaboose.com

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If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job seeker’s list, please fill out the form 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. Mail to Krenek Printing, 7102 Glen Chase Ct., Houston, TX 77095 or email to news@krenekprinting.com. Must have parent(s) permission.

CYPRESS RIDGE teenage job seekers

(Revised 8/11) If your name was left off the list, it is because you did not return our call to update our records. You will have to resubmit your information to be put back on. Susana Echeverri - B, P Daniela Garcia - B, H, PP, T, SS Caitlyn Dewald - B, PP, T (no calls b4 2:30)

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It’s the time of the year when we find ourselves setting new goals or “resolutions.” Maybe it’s time to set a new personal goal to become a part of our winning team. Unlock your talents and volunteer your time in our school district. The Cy-Fair VIPS team roster needs you and is never too full! We are looking for community members who want to become Global Volunteers in order to be a part of our “team” and make a difference in the lives of children. If you are not the parent, grandparent or legal guardian of a student enrolled in the school at which you volunteer, you would be considered a Global Volunteer. If you have some free time and would like to learn more about becoming a Global Volunteer, please contact Kim Nash at krnash1@sbcglobal.net or call the CFISD Partners in Education Office at 281-894-3950. And remember: “TEAMWORK IS KEY”

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WRAP 2012 planning is underway! WRAP is Cy-Woods High School’s parent-driven Project Prom organization. The purpose of WRAP is to provide a drug- and alcohol-free all-night party for the graduating seniors and their guests after their prom. Have you filled out your Parent Information Form yet? We need this to get you on our email list!

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MEETINGS: 2nd Tuesday of each month in the Cy-Woods Commons at 7 PM. UPCOMING EVENTS: - Give Back Night at Raising Cane’s every 1st & 3rd Wednesday! 15% of your purchases all day long will be donated when you mention WRAP to the cashier. No flier needed! Just mention WRAP. This is good for dine in, carry out and drive thru! WRAP is the very first booster club to get a Spirit Night at Raising Cane’s, so let’s make it count! - Night at Newk’s – every 4th Monday. Come support WRAP by dining at Newk’s and 20% of your purchase will be donated when you mention WRAP to the cashier at dinner time. For lunch purchases, you will need to bring the flier (go to the website!). - Kroger Gift Cards: Kroger gives 3% back to WRAP of the amount you load onto the card and you earn 100 WRAP Bucks for every $1 you load on the card! Each card you request will be linked to your senior, so family, friends and neighbors can use it to support your senior and WRAP! Reload the card as often as needed to keep earning WRAP Bucks. (Contact JJ Walden at jacqjw@sbcglobal.net to get a Kroger Gift Card).

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Keep your eyes open for more details about Mr. Cy-Woods and ‘Rangler & Rhinestones Silent Auction & Dinner. Denim Sponsors: $150-$499; Jewel Sponsors: $500-$999; Diamond Sponsors: $1,000+. To find out more about becoming a community sponsor for this wonderful event, please email CyWoodsWRAP@yahoo.com.

9191 Barker Cypress Rd. Add Some L.I.F.E. Lessons to Your New Year The Learning, Inspiration, Fellowship and Enrichment (L.I.F.E.) programs are free and held Wednesdays at 10 AM in the Lone Star College-CyFair Branch Library (Room 131.) Programs in January are: “Detoxification and Your Health” - Jan. 11th; “Lincoln and the Road to the Emancipation Proclamation” - Jan. 18th and “The Perfection of Deception: Magicians Who Have Changed World History” - Jan. 25th. Call the library at 281-290-3214 for L.I.F.E. program information. Free New Student Orientations Set and Required for First Time Students Take a tour, learn about campus programs, meet with an advisor, choose a schedule and register for spring classes at LSC-CyFair’s free New Student Orientations, which all first-time-in-college (FTIC) students are now required to attend. New Student Orientations are set for Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in January. All sessions are free, but space is limited and students must pre-register online at LoneStar.edu/cyfair-orientation to receive a confirmation with room location and other program information. Call 281290-3430 or email cfoutreach@lonestar.edu for information.

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West Houston Girls Softball Association invites you to come join the fun! Registration is now OPEN for our Spring 2012 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 Monica Canady at westhoustongsa@yahoo.com.

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Be a part of one of our basketball leagues. Practice/Games will be on Monday, Tuesday or Thursday nights. Evaluations to help set the teams will be February 20th, 21st and 23rd between the hours of 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM in our Gym. You can register online at www.bearcreekchurch.tv/sports. Look for Register Now area and click on Inward/Forward Basketball. We will have registration forms available in the church office and in the Student Ministry area. Practices begin the week of March 19th and the league runs through May 5th. The cost of Inward/Forward Basketball is $20. If you have questions or would like more information you can contact us at 281-8599900. Ask for Scott Denton or Linda Newhouse or email scott.denton@ bcstaff.org or linda.newhouse@bcstaff.org.

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We would like to invite children from 4 yrs. (as of Sept. 1, 2011) to 5th grade to join us as we enjoy another season of T-Ball, Kid & Coach Pitch. We look forward to teaching your children the skills and watching them enhance their abilities. Registration forms are now available in our office or you can register online at www.bearcreekchurch.tv/sports. We will offer several evaluation days so we can check on their skills so we can even out the teams. The dates for these are February 27th, 28th and March 1st, between 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM. Also on March 3rd 10:00 AM - 12:00 noon. It only takes a few minutes for us to run them through the drills and then we will contact each player about practices. After March 5th we cannot guarantee a place on a team. They will practice for one hour a week on a Monday, Tuesday or Thursday. Practices begin the week of March 19th and the league runs through May 19th. The cost will be $75. If you have questions or would like more information you can contact us at 281-859-9900. Ask for Scott Denton or Linda Newhouse or email scott.denton@bcstaff.org or linda.newhouse@ bcstaff.org. Register as soon as possible!

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Cy-Fair Sports Association is having baseball, football, cheerleading, drill team and wrestling sign ups right now. Check out the website for more information www.cy-fairsports.org.

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Northwest Flyers Track Club

Registration for Fun, Fair, Positive Soccer (FFPS) is open for boys and girls ages 4 to 18 for the spring season. Games start on April 7, 2012. FFPS offers children a fun and fair experience, including one practice per week, a full uniform and trophy for every player, equal playing time, opportunities to play every position, co-ed/balanced teams, positive coaching and more. No tryouts are required. Registration fee includes a full uniform (shirt, shorts and socks), trophy, trained positive coaches, nice fields and background checks on all volunteers. All major credit cards are accepted. Registration schedule and fees: January 3rd – February 6th: $85 Online February 7th – March 5th: $90 Online March 6th – 19th: $95 Online March 20th and After: $100 Online Coaches will call players to schedule practice by April 3rd. Practice times and location will be determined by the coach and team. The spring schedule includes eight games, with all games played locally on Saturdays from April 7th – May 26th. The Cy-Fair league will play at the following locations: Cy-Fair West: Horne Elementary (West Little York between Highway 6 and Eldridge Parkway). Cy-Fair North: Matzke Elementary (Grant Road, north of Jones Road and FM 1960). Cy-Fair South: Cook Middle School (West Road, east of Jones Road at Wheatland Drive).

The registration session for all athletes interested in the 2012 Track & Field season will be at 8:30 AM Saturday, February 4th at the Cypress Creek Christian Community Center. A nationally acclaimed motivational speaker and Olympic gold medalist will be the keynote speaker for the annual registration event!!! For additional information on the Northwest Flyers Track Club, please visit the team website at www.northwestflyers.org or contact Linette Roach at 281-587-8442 or linette.roach@sbcglobal.net.

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

Men’s Drop-In Roller Hockey

Bear Creek Roller Rink is the new home of Men’s Hockey. If you are new to hockey or have played for years, we would love to have you join us. All ages and abilities are welcome. We play every Sunday from 7:30 - 9:30 PM. Come on out and give hockey a try!!! For more information, please call David Bradford at 281-855-2615.

For more information, maps of locations or to sign up, visit www.ffps.org or call 1-800-828-PLAY (7529).

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Community Events Church Events

St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church 11th annual Chili Cook-Off

St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church will hold their 11th annual Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, January 28th, from 12:00-4:00 PM This event is open to the public and if you would like to enter your chili in the competition, there will be a $5 entry fee. Come and share your favorite chili recipe and see if you will be the grand prize winner. St. Cuthbert is located at 17020 West Road, Houston (the northeast corner of West and Queenston). For more information, visit us at www.stcuthbert.org.

Fundraisers Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston Upcoming Banquet of Life

The Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston will be hosting their upcoming “Hidden Treasures” Banquet of Life on Thursday, January 19, 2012. This lovely evening includes a decadent meal and features Abby Johnson and Shawn Carney: two amazing speakers serving the pro-life mission. All monies raised at this event will go to benefit the many services offered by the Pregnancy Help Center.

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Tickets are now available for $75 each and can be purchased at www. donate-phckaty.org or by calling Lisa Marlowe at 281-578-0078, ext. 103. The Banquet of Life will be held at the Second Baptist Church West Campus at 19449 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77094. Founded in 1989, the Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, who ministers to the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of women and their extended families as they deal with the circumstances surrounding a present, potential or former pregnancy by sharing the truth and love of Jesus Christ.

FASHION WITH PASSION

Join us for Fashion with Passion a Dinner, Silent Auction and Fashion Show benefitting Jordan Merecka Thursday, January 26, 2012 6:30 to 10:00 PM Enchanted Cypress Ballroom 12603 Louetta Road Cypress, Texas For sponsorship, volunteer, and ticket information contact: Teri Quance at teri@quancedesign.com Susie Pipkin at swpipkin@msn.com Terri Cesnik at terri.cesnik@sbcglobal.net Julie Saunders at jdsaunders@ sbglobal.net. Cynthis Gill at cynthis_gill@comcast.net Visit our Facebook page - “Fashion with Passion Fundraiser.” Tickets can be purchased at Quane Design Studio. Jordan Merecka was born with multiple congenital heart defects, including Dextrocardia (his heart was on the wrong side of his chest). As a child, he experienced two open chest surgeries, several surgical revisions and an implantable defibrillator. For many years after his early surgeries, Jordan was able to live an active childhood. As a teen, he enjoyed hunting and fishing with

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his father and at school, he participated in FFA (Future Farmers of America). But, in September 2010, Jordan’s heart began to fail and he was placed on a waiting list for a heart transplant. With medical treatment, he was able to attend school as he waited. At the start of 2011, the senior at Cypress Woods High School was looking forward to three major milestones in his life: his prom on May 27th, his eighteenth birthday on May 29th and his graduation on June 5th. In April 2011, his health took a turn for the worse and he was admitted to Texas Children’s Hospital with heart failure symptoms and kidney insufficiency. He critically needed a heart transplant. Over the weekend of May 21st, all of his organs began to fail acutely and he could not breath on his own because his heart was so weak. On May 22nd, Jordan received the Total Artificial Heart that saved his life. Jordan missed his prom, but thanks to a diligent heart-failure team and the availability of the artificial heart, he celebrated his birthday at Texas Children’s on May 29th - a week after his surgery. On June 5th, Jordan watched his graduation ceremony online while his 16-year-old sister walked across the stage to accept his diploma on his behalf. His class rose to their feet for a standing ovation. Jordan has been accepted at Texas A&M University Galveston and looks forward to studying marine biology. But for now, Jordan’s focus is on gaining his strength and being ready for his new heart.

BERYL RAMSEY AND WAYNE VOSS TO CHAIR GO RED FOR WOMEN LUNCHEON SET FOR FEBRUARY 13, 2012

CEO of Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Beryl Ramsey, returns to Chair the Go Red For Women Luncheon in partnership with CEO of Methodist West Houston Hospital, Wayne Voss. Together, Ramsey and Voss will serve as Co-Chairs and lead efforts to raise awareness that heart disease remains the number one killer of women, but is often preventable with healthy lifestyle choices.

This year’s luncheon will be held on Monday, Feb. 13th at the Berry Center in Cy-Fair and is expected to draw more than 400 business and community leaders. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn tips on heart disease and stroke prevention from local experts, listen to a heart-warming story of survival from an area resident, participate in interactive breakout displays and shop the “purse-onalities” silent auction. The silent auction is a unique piece of the luncheon that features items representative of the diverse personalities of the community. Purses can be anything from actual handbags to golf bags to briefcases. This year’s auction will include something for everyone! Melissa Wilson of Fox 26 Morning News will emcee the event and Dr. Valentina Ugolini of Willowbrook Cardiovascular Associates will be the featured medical speaker. Ramsey and Voss and their team of volunteers have a goal of raising a record-breaking $200,000 to support educational programs that the American Heart Association provides and the life-saving research it funds to reduce the effects of heart disease in women. Today, only 1 in 5 women believe that heart disease is their greatest health threat. More women die of cardiovascular disease than the next three causes of death combined, including all forms of cancer. Go Red for Women celebrates the energy, passion and power that women can use to band together to wipe out heart disease and stroke. To secure a sponsorship, purchase tables and/or tickets, or for further information, contact Priscilla Luna at 713-610-5071 or email priscilla. luna@heart.org. For more information about Go Red For Women, visit GoRedForWomen.org or call 1-888-MY-HEART. Go Red For Women is sponsored nationally by Macy’s and Merck & Co., Inc. About the American Heart Association The American Heart Association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. Our mission is to build healthier lives by preventing, treating and defeating these diseases - America’s No. 1 and No. 3 killers. We fund cutting-edge research, conduct lifesaving public and professional educational programs, and advocate to protect public health. To learn more or join us in helping all Americans, call 1-800-AHA-USA1 or visit americanheart.org.

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The event will be held on February 18, 2012, from 7:00 PM until 10:30 PM, at the church, 6646 Addicks Satsuma, in the Community Life Center. A prize auction will follow with fabulous items to bid on with the play money you win. Included will be a trip to Las Vegas, hotel stays, restaurant dinners, sports memorabilia, wonderful gift baskets, fantastic coupons and fabulous merchandise. We hope you will join us and promise you a fun-filled evening of Black Jack, Craps, Roulette, Poker, Slot Machines and other games. Snacks and drinks are included in the price. Donations appreciated. Bring your friends and neighbors. Tickets are only $15 per person and all proceeds will benefit local Knights of columbus Charities. For more information, please call Franklin Holub 281-463-6122, email holub8096@sbcglobal.net. We sure hope to see you there!

Job Fair Job Fair

Epiphany Church at 1530 Norwalk Drive in Katy, is hosting a Job Fair on Thursday, January 26, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The event is free and there will be 50 companies represented for jobs from Receptionist to Vice President in the areas of finance, healthcare, IT, engineering, to name a few. A list of the companies that are participating and the openings they have will be given to job candidates on the morning of the fair. To ensure we have the most current information from our participating employers, this list will not be distributed prior to the day of the event. This event is geared toward degreed, career-minded, professional job candidates. Candidates with no/some college but substantial related work experience would also be well suited for this event. Bring plenty of resumes.

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Season tickets are now on sale. For the best seating and lowest prices become a season ticket holder. The HFAC season package is arranged so that any six or more shows constitute a package and patrons get to pick which 6, 7 or 8! Patrons can select their seats online at www.houstonfac.com or call the HFAC box office at 281-685-6374. GO TO http://www.houstonfac.com/id6.html for more information or to request an audition appointment.

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Misc. Events

The Cypress Creek FACE 2011-2012 Season January Legacy Concert: Noel Bouley - 3 PM, Tuesday, January 10, 2012. Bass-baritone Noel Bouley received a master’s degree in vocal performance at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music and he completed a bachelor’s degree in both vocal performance and music education at Louisiana State University. Bouley has performed as the bass soloist in major works such as Beethoven’s 9th Symphony, Bach’s Mass in B minor, Mozart’s Mass in C minor, Bach’s Ich habe genug and Handel’s Messiah. Tickets: $6 - $12 Apollo Chamber Players presents “Soundscapes of the World: An Expo in France”  - 6 PM, Sunday, January 22, 2012. Join The Apollo Chamber Players for a program featuring music by the giants of the Impressionist movement, Ravel and Debussy, complimented by a set of Apollo-arranged folk melodies from around the world.  Tickets: $6 - $12, WindSync’s Peter & the Wolf - 10 AM, Saturday, January 28, 2012. Who took the cool out of classical music? Well, WindSync is here to put it back. A fresh, young and energetic ensemble, WindSync’s Peter and the Wolf program is dramatic and interactive, allowing audience members of all ages to explore and engage with the music. WindSync invites audiences to join the collaborative, creative process of musical imagination and expression by exploring elements of rhythm, culture, characteristics of the instruments, and the hip, story-telling nature of classical music in a staged and costumed production of Peter and the Wolf. WindSync is part of Cypress Creek FACE’s Free Children’s Series. All Free Children’s Series concerts are free and no reservations necessary.

NATURE PROGRAMS FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN

Enjoy the outdoors with your child, age 2 1/2 to 5, at Audubon nature programs (called the “Titmouse Club”) offered every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10:00 to 11:00 AM, through mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Boulevard. The programs feature fun nature talks, stories, crafts, hands-on activities and walks in the woods. The cost is $5 per child or a 5-session card can be purchased for $20. The child must be accompanied by an adult during the program. For more information, please visit www.houstonaudubon.org or contact docent@houstonaudubon.org or 713-464-4900. Upcoming programs include: January 10th & 11th: Being Green January 17th & 18th: Reptiles January 24th & 25th: Nature Detectives Jan. 31st/Feb. 1st: Mice & Squirrels February 7th & 8th: Talk to the Animals February 14th & 15th: Bird Valentines February 21st & 22nd: Insects February 28th & 29th: Ladybugs

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February Rhythmic Circus: Feet Don’t Fail Me Now! - 8 PM, Saturday, February 4, 2012. A talented quartet of tap dancers team up with seven musicians/vocalists for an evening of nonstop percussive madness! Rhythmic Circus integrates rapid-fire tap with a wide variety of musical genres in a show “you have to see to believe”! Tickets: $30-60.

The women’s club closed the year with a wonderful Holiday Party at Tapas Capriccio. We celebrated with our friends and are ready to start the new year as “The Cy-Fair Women’s Club.” Our first meeting in 2012 will be on January 5th at the West Houston Church of Christ at 7:00 pm. Start the new year on the right track and come join us. Make a difference in the community, while developing friendships for a lifetime.

All performances are at The Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Dr. Spring, TX 77379, 281-440-4850; www.cypresscreekface.org.

CWC is a service organization that gives back to the community, so all funds raised will go right back to the community in scholarships for graduating high school seniors, at Lone Star College, Cy-Fair and grants to other non-profits in our community, as well. Membership in the CWC is open to all ladies in Northwest Houston/Cypress neighborhoods. Currently we meet the first Thursday of most months at West Houston Church of Christ at 7:00 PM for social time and refreshments, followed by a program at 7:30 PM. The church is located at the corner of Queenston and West Road.

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Northwest Private School Preview

This year’s Northwest Private School Preview is set for Sunday, January 29, 2012 from 3:00 to 5:00 PM at the Cypress Creek YMCA located on 19915 SH 249 @ Cypresswood Drive. This event provides a community service for families from throughout northwest Harris County and southern Montgomery County, including the FM 1960 area, Spring, The Woodlands and Tomball. It provides a venue for the public to come and see all the alternatives they have to public school in this area. Over twenty schools will have representatives at this free event that will provide information on their schools. A lucky winner will receive a $500 tuition voucher that may be used at any one of the participating schools.

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

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

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For more than 50 years fire fighters have helped MDA by filling their boots with donations from the citizens of their community. Houston Professional Fire Fighters Local #341 will begin their 2012 Fill-the-Boot fundraising campaign for the Muscular Dystrophy Association on Saturday February 11, 2012 during the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM. Fire Fighters will also be out March 10th, April 14th and May 12th to collect funds for the campaign. The Fire Fighters rely on support and donations from the community for the success of the campaign. Proceeds raised during the street-side campaign will help support MDA services and research programs, including MDA’s outpatient clinics at Texas Children’s Hospital and The Methodist Neurological Institute. Money raised from Fill-the-Boot also sends young people ages 6-17 to MDA summer camp, held in Burton, Texas. For more information, please contact MDA Director of Business Development Carrie Dalton at 713-522-3679 or cdalton@mdausa.org.

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Save the Date! The 3rd annual Cy-Fair Women’s Expo sponsored by North Cypress Medical Center is Thursday, April 26, 2012, from 11 am-2 pm, at Houston National Golf Club. This event is free to the public. Vendor registration and additional information is available at www.cyfen.org or by emailing expo@cyfen.org. Hurry, space is limited.

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Friends of the Library Book Sale Saturday, January 21st 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Get to Know Your Digital Device Saturday, January 7th, 14th and 28th at 3:00 pm Do you have a new reader? Don’t know how to use it? Come on in to learn more: January 7th Kindle Learning Session; January 14th Nook Learning Session; January 28th iPad Learning Session

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• Inspirational Book Club - Monday, January 9th at 2:00 PM. Enjoy reading and discussing the many wonderful works of Christian Fiction that are on the market today. Learn about the authors, the stories and discuss the ideas presented in the books. This month, we are reading “The Borrower” by Rebecca Makkai. • Reader’s Perspective Book Club - Monday, January 23rd at 2:00 pm. A book club where members read books and share the books that they

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have read with other book-lovers! This month, we are reading “Match Me If You Can” by Susan Elizabeth Phillip. • Classic Readers Book club - Monday, January 30th at 2:00 PM. Forgot all those books that you read in high school or college? Want to read all the greats? Want to reacquaint yourself with Austen, Carroll, Hawthorne, Poe, Steinbeck or Stevenson? Then join us once a month for our classic readers’ book club! This month, we are reading “War and Peace” by Leo Tolstoy. • Texercise Exercise Class for Seniors - Tuesdays at 2:00 pm. Join us January 10th - March 27th for a twelve week exercise class for Seniors and friends. This low impact program was developed by the Department of Aging and Disability Services. • Stress Free Computer Class - Wednesdays at 12:00 pm. These computer classes are designed for adults with a specific topic every week. The classes are an excellent opportunity to learn more about computers in a relaxed environment filled with smiles and laughter. All classes are free and open to the public. • Sit & Stitch - Thursdays at 10:00 Am. Are you crafty? Come and join us for Sit & Stitch - bring knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, quilting or other projects!

Teen Activities

• iPad Game Night - Wednesday, January 11th and 25th at 4:00 pm. Come learn about and play a new game app each time. • Movie Night - Wednesday, January 18th at 4:00 pm. See a movie at the library.

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LONE STAR COLLEGE - cyfair LIBRARY Monday through Thursday, 7 am - 10 pm; Friday and Saturday, 8 am - 6 pm; Sunday, 1 pm - 6 pm. January 3rd-5th, Tuesday - Thursday, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM January 15th-16th, Sunday-Monday, Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday • FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY - The Lone Star College-CyFair Branch Library Friends Book Room is now accepting gently used books and offering them to the public for a set donation amount. The store is open six days a week and staffed by volunteers. Proceeds support library programs. Help support our community library. • CyFair Library Branch Blog page at http://hcpl.net/location/cyfair-college-branch-library, for news and events about the library and college and in the community. • Visit us on Facebook at LSC-CyFair Branch Library.

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Book Clubs • 1/11: Sports Page Book Club (2nd Wed. of the month) - 1 pm, room 215 - Any book about Hockey. • 1/25: I Love a Mystery Book Club - 12:00 PM, room 215 - TBA. • 1/25: Club De Lectura En Español - 4-5 Pm, room 102 - The book selected for the new year is “Las Aventuras de Don Chipote, o, Cuando los Pericos Mamen” by Daniel Venegas. Computer Workshops, library room 203 Tuesdays: 7-9 pm (various topics, see schedule). Saturdays: Alternating weekends/various times, please contact the library visit the website at www.lonestar.edu/library/15212 for current schedule. Crafts Wednesdays, 8:30 am-10 am, LRNC 215 - Common Thread: Knitting, Crocheting and Needlework Group. ESL Library Outreach Program Spring classes begin the week of January 30, 2012. The ESL Book Club resumes January 30, 2012 at a time and location to be announced. Spanish Conversation Club/ Conversación en Español Basic conversational skill in Spanish is required, LRNC 102 Tuesdays, 9-10 am and 3-4 pm (new)

TEEN

• Teen Blogs Teen Thoughts: a blog for teens: http://cyfairteenthoughts.blogspot.com. Veni, Vidi, Vici: I Came, I Saw, I Conquered: http://venividiviciteens. blogspot.com (by teens who are transitioning from high school to college).

CHILDREN

Certain children’s programs require registration in person, please contact the Kids Corner at 281-290-3211 for details.  Please note age requirements for the programs. Limited space is available for each program and tickets are available in person, 1 hour before the program starts.

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Weekly Storytimes and Activities Mondays: Baby Time (6-24 months) - 9:30 am, 10:30 am, 11:30 am; Pajama Storytime (all ages) - 6:30 pm  Tuesdays: Toddler Time (2-3 1/2 years) - 9:30 am, 10:30 am, 11:30 am Family Storytime (all ages) - 6:30 pm Wednesdays: Preschool Time (3-6 years) - 10 am, 11 am  Thursdays: Spanish Time (2-6 years) - 11 am; Craft Time (4-12 years) - 5 pm; Game Night (4+ years) - 6:30 pm. * See website for special activities and programs. * All programs are free and open to the public.

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Volunteer Opportunities Cypress Assistance Ministries Volunteers Needed

When you volunteer you are giving to your community, but did you realize volunteering also benefits you as an individual? CAM volunteers often let us know the fun they are having, the friends they have made and the fulfillment they receive from helping others. The services provided at CAM, are made possible by many dedicated volunteers. If you enjoy working with the public, decorating or merchandising, then serving in CAM’s resale shop, Angels’ Attic, is the place for you. Our busy community donation area, the Cellar, is looking for people willing to serve by processing donations and restocking Angels’ Attic. Please plan to attend a volunteer tour and orientation by calling Tara Rauch 281-955-7683 or email at tarar@cypressassistance.org. For a description of the services provided at Cypress Assistance Ministries, Food Pantry requests, and a detailed description of volunteer opportunities, please see our web site, www.cypressassistance.org.

Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Coalition, Inc. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR WILDLIFE ADVOCATES

Enjoy a rewarding volunteer experience with wildlife. Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Coalition, Inc. is a non-profit organization, which serves as an emergency care and rehabilitation facility for orphaned, ill, and injured native Texas wildlife. Volunteers are welcome in the areas of assisting in the daily 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 713-468-8972 x158 for more information or visit us at www.twrc-houston.org.

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR HOSPICE CARE (CYPRESS AREA)

Volunteers are the Heart of Hospice, they are a vital part of the hospice team. What volunteers can do to show that they care is everything from providing caregiver relief, being the friendly visitor with the smile, holding someone’s hand, providing that extra loving care and being a good listener. Volunteering can include music or pet therapy and much much more. All those interested in volunteering, please contact Adrienne Harris at adharris@odyshealth.com or 281-463-3697 (VistaCare).

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Houston Area Project Linus

Houston Area Project Linus, a nonprofit organization that provides new, handmade blankets for children who are seriously ill or traumatized, can use the following items you might be discarding: • Fabric - cotton, cotton blends, flannel and fleece • Yarn • Crochet thread • Narrow ribbon

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.

If you have any of these items to donate or for information about Project Linus, please call Karen Hagin, Cinco Ranch resident and Project Linus blanketeer, at 281-693-7150 or Sally Burns, Houston Area Project Linus Coordinator, at 281-492-2679. More information about Project Linus can be found at www.projectlinus.org.

Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary

Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary, 10655 Steepletop Drive, is in need of additional volunteers. They have a great need for volunteers to work in the gift shop and information desk. If interested, please contact the hospital at 281-897-3186 and ask for the volunteer desk.

Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department

The Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department provides fire, rescue and EMS services to 156 square miles of Northwest Harris County for the residents of Harris County Emergency Service District #9. By operating from 12 community based volunteer fire stations we are able to quickly and efficiently respond to help our neighbors in times of emergency. For more information on the Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department or on how you can join the other 350 volunteers of our Department and be one of Cy-Fair’s bravest, call us at 281-656-3840 or visit us on the web at www. cyfairvfd.org.

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.

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.

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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.

PEARL FINCHER MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS

Interested in volunteering your time, talents and energy to a most worthwhile local cause? Consider joining the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts Volunteer Guild! The mission of the Pearl’s Volunteer Guild is to: • Promote volunteerism in the Northwest Houston area by providing vital, on-going volunteer support for the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts educational programs. • Develop leadership potential and knowledge within its membership • Further perpetuate the appreciation of fine art and the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts in the community. Several important committees need volunteers: • Day Trips • Hospitality • Membership • Student Art Contest Information about the Volunteer Guild can also be found on the Pearl’s website at www.pearlmfa.org under the Guild page. Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts Where Art is Just the Start! 6815 Cypresswood Spring, TX 77379 281-376-6322 The Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts is a 501(c)(3) Not for Profit organization that is solely supported through Grants and private donations from community residents, businesses and friends of the museum.

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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.

Local Mentors Needed to Mentor One Child & Change Two lives!

CROSSROADS mentors are regular people, just like you, who prevent or reduce youth involvement with the juvenile justice system by fostering positive mentoring relationships. The goal is crime prevention! Our mentors must be 21 years of age and volunteer a minimum of 1 hour a week. If interested, please contact Jan Sadler-Gibbs at 713-295-2779jan.gibbs@ hcjpd.hctx.net or website: www.crossroads-volunteers.org.

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Community Groups Heritage Groups

• WEST HOUSTON ITALIAN CLUB, 3rd Fridays, 7:00 PM, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Addicks-Satsuma, Marie & Sam Ricca 281-373-5517. • Bear Creek Brit’s, (Serving the Westside) If interested, please phone Cath at 281-395-6701. • National Council of Jewish Women meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:30 PM. For info, call Leda 713-572-9924 or mkarchmer@ sbcglobal.net. • Bear Creek Genealogy Society - meets the 2nd Thursday of each month, September-May, from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, at the Bear Creek Park Community Center, 3055 Bear Creek Dr. Houston TX 77084. Contact: Gary at 281-398-0333, email getober@hotmail.com, or Alan at 281-5790480, email Leeds3@swbell.net • Sam Houston Chapter - Sons of the Republic of Texas, 3rd Saturdays except April, 12 Noon, The Briar Club, 2603 Timmons Lane, www.samhoustonchapter.tripod.com, 713-647-0570 or 713-352-0993. • SONS OF UNION VETERANS OF THE CIVIL WAR, 2nd Tuesdays, (except January & August), dinner at 7:00 PM, The Spaghetti Warehouse in Downtown Houston (901 Commerce at Travis, 281-859-7125, email dshuster@ix.netcom.com or www.txsuv.org/Lea/Index. • ROBERT RANKIN CHAPTER TEXAS SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION - Meets 2nd Wednesday of each month (except June & July), 6:30 PM at IHOP - 11225 Katy Freeway. Visitors are always welcome! For more info., call John Davis at 832-725-2524. • Commemorative Air Force West Houston Squadron - visit to see our WWII Aircraft and tour our WWII Museum on the first and third Saturdays of each month from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, located at the West Houston Airport just east of Barker Cypress on Groschke Rd. (For detailed directions go to: www.westhoustonsqdn.org) • CIVIL WAR REENACTING, - Enlist with Company C, “The Palmer Guards,” of the First Texas - call 281-579-3417 or visit www.texas-brigade.org. Select 1st Texas and then Co C.

• Civil War Fife and Drum Corp, If interested, please contact Mus. C.C. Lyman at 281-797-1275. • Tejas Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution - For more info., please contact Lori Walters at 281- 491-2673. • CYPRESS, TEXAS NSCAR SOCIETY - For info, visit www.nscar.org or contact Melinda Sims, Organizing Senior Society President, 281-856-2536 or email melinda@mazzaroth.net. • ELISHA ROBERTS CHAPTER, DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION - meets 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 PM at IHOP (26301 Northwest Fwy, Cypress, TX). For more info, email Laura Neal at lizardsareicky@sbcglobal.net. • AMERICAN LEGION POST 324 - meets every second Sunday of the month. For more info., please contact Jimmy Baughman at 281-256-6824.

University Groups

• ZTA Houston West Alumnae group - meets every month. For info, please contact us at houstonwestzta@yahoo.com. • NW Houston Alpha Delta Pi Alumni Group, Meetings 3rd Tuesdays, Kelly Hammons, 281-463-4242 for more info.. • AGGIE MOMS, 2nd Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, Houston Distributing Company, Inc. 7100 High Life Drive, Houston, TX 77066 just off Cutten Road and West of Beltway 8 and between 1960 & Hwy. 249, www.nwhcaggiemoms.com or email Robin Galvin - President, at rcq@qbpllc.com. • Northwest Harris County Tri Delta Alumnae - meet on a monthly basis in the Northwest Harris County Area. We are a diverse group of ladies representing many schools nationwide. For more information, please contact Patsy at 281-370-8516 or Karen at trideltanews@yahoo.com. • Laureate Theta Pi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi - meets the 2nd and 4th Mondays. For more info., contact Pat at 281-371-2786 or Judy at 281-347-6753.

Community & Commerce Groups

• CY-FAIR REPUBLICAN WOMEN, 2nd Tuesdays, Meetings times vary, 281-550-9415, website at www.cfrw.net. • Cy-Fair Area Democratic Club, 1st Thursdays, 6:30 - 9 PM, Bear Creek Community Center, www.cyfairdems.org. • Houston Cy-Fair Lions Club, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, at the Lions Den inside Bane Park, at West Little York near Gessner. We have

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a catered meal each meeting. Bud Casey, 281-469-5555 or Sandra Martin 281-550-2798. • BEAR CREEK/COPPERFIELD ROTARY CLUB, Thursdays, 12 Noon, Carrabba’s Italian Restaurant at 7540 Highway 6 North. Paula Allen - 281855-9664. • Bear Creek-Copperfield Rotary flag project - Please call Darlene at 281-463-4296 for info. On having flags set up, take down and store flags for the major flag holidays. • ROTARY CLUB OF WEST HOUSTON, Tuesdays, 12:15 PM, West Houston Omni, North Eldridge at Katy Freeway. 713-937-4835. • Cy-Fair Rotary Club - meets each Monday, at 12:00 noon, at Carl’s Bar-B-Que located at 21920 Highway 290 West, in Cypress, Texas. For further information, contact Justin Lindstrom at 281-493-1141. • CY-FAIR KIWANIS CLUB, Hearthstone Country Club, 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM (cost of lunch is $10). John Carroll, 281-463-0373; George Crowl, 832-4671998 or Peggy Presnell, 281-304-7127 for more info and meeting dates. • TALK-OF-THE-TOWN TOASTMASTERS, Tuesdays, 6:30 PM, DeVry University (Room 1160), 11125 Equity Drive, Houston TX, 77041. Use Clay Road exit off West Beltway 8, Eddie, 713-408-6751, eddiemerla@yahoo. com or Thilippe Letellier, 713-857-8595. • FOUNDRY TOASTMASTERS, Thursdays, 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM, Foundry United Methodist Church, 8350 Jones Road, 713-466-3400. • Park 10 Talkers Toastmasters Club, every Thursday, 11:45 AM, NACE, 1440 South Creek Dr, 281-228-6287 or www.toastmasters.org. • Easy Risers Toastmasters Club, Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 AM, Fulbright Tower, 1301 McKinney, downtown Houston, conf room 2739! Ed Young: edyoung2@hotmail.com. • Cy-Fair Superspeakers, meets every Monday at 6:45 to 8:00 PM at the MET Family Life Center, 11403 Regency Green Drive, Cypress, TX 77429. For more info., www.cyfairsuperspeakers.org or call 832-523-4808. • Phoenix Risers Toastmasters - meets on the 2nd and 4th Saturday each month at the University of Phoenix building between Kirkwood and Wilcrest on Katy Freeway. For further info, email Phoenix Risers@Phoenix. edu. • West Houston International Assoc. of Administrative Professionals, fourth Tuesday of each month at the Hilton Garden Inn (south side of I-10 at Dairy Ashford), 12245 Katy Freeway, Houston 77079. (Caroline Champness CPS/CAP caroline.champness@bp.com). • Business Networking Group, Tuesdays, 7:00 AM, Holiday Inn, Hwy. 6 and I-10. 713-515-2998. • WEST NORTHWEST SMALL BUSINESS NETWORK, Tuesdays, 7:00 AM, Sterling Bank, 6985 Highway 6 North. Leslie Lawson 281-345-1825 or visit www.dgurka.com for more info. • CY-FAIR EXPRESS NETWORK - held from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM, the fourth Thursdays of the month, at Houston National Golf Club. For cost and reservation info., contact Anya Lucas at anya@lucascarcare.com. For info., on CYFEN, go to www.cyfen.org or send inquiries to info@cyfen.org. • 290 CYPRESS BUSINESS NETWORKING GROUP - Meets every Thursday, at Cypress Station Grill (located at 26010 Hempstead Road - on the corner of Hempstead Road and Spring Cypress), at 7:30 AM. • HOUSTON ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS - National Country Club, at 11:30 AM, located at 16500 Houston National Golf Club, in Stonegate subdivision. Contact Gayla Skates for additional information gaylaskates@ yahoo.com. • C.A.P.S. HELPING AREA SENIORS, The Fifty Plus group meets Thursdays, 9:30 AM, 281-469-0730. • BEAR CREEK AARP, 3rd Thursdays, 12:00 PM for pot luck luncheon, Bear Creek Community Center, Bear Creek Drive and Patterson Road, 281-5506359. • AARP CY-FAIR CHAPTER #4543, 3rd Tuesdays, 9:30AM, Village on the Park, 12012 Steepleway Blvd, Paul Morgan at 281-807-9118. • METRO free ride-matching service, www.ridemetro.org/ridepro. Click on the Register button to create an account to enter your home address, your work address, your schedule and your contact info. (don’t worry, your exact home address is hidden). • Commute Solutions, programs like STAR Vanpool, Flexible Work Schedules, transit information and NuRide visit www. commutesolutionshouston.org or call 832-681-2589.

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• La-fundacion.net - is a 501(c)(3) Tax Exempt Nonprofit Foundation whose mission is to provide Technology and Education to those being left behind by the Info. Age. For more info., call 713-460-5544, write to info@ la-fundacion.net or visit our web page at www.la-fundacion.net. • bear creek community center – 281-859-1566, www.pct3.hctx.net. • BP Partners - Local organization for the spouses and partners of BP employees. Monthly activities. For membership info., contact Phyllis Crouch at phylliscrouch@comcast.net or www.bppartnershouston.com.

Parenting Groups

• LA LECHE LEAGUE breastfeeding support group – at St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Community, 6646 Addicks, the second Tuesday of the month, 10:00 AM. For further info., please call the Houston Area LLL Helpline at 713-383-2819 or visit www.LLLHouston.org. • Bear Creek Baptist MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) - Bear Creek Baptist Church, 5901 N Fry Road - 2nd and 4th Fridays 9:30 – 11:30 AM – 281-304-6778. • good shepherd (MOPS) - meets at Good Shepherd on the 2nd and 4th Friday mornings of the month during the school year. Please contact Renate Wheeler now at 281-246-4396 or email: renateqw@entouch.net for info. • bear creek umc mops - Meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, 9:30-11:30 AM. Located at 16000 Rippling Water Dr., Houston, TX 77084. For more information, cal 281-463-2330 or visit www.bearcreekumc.org. • Second Baptist MOPS- West Campus - Free childcare. For more info, call Laurie at 713-465-3408 x 1105. • METMOPS, Mother’s of Preschoolers - meets either the 1st and 3rd Friday mornings or the 2nd and 4th Friday mornings, from 9:15 11:45 AM. Childcare is provided with registration. www.metmops.org. • MOMS IN TOUCH INTERNATIONAL Go to www.MomsInTouch.org or contact Dana Grindal at 281-374-0892; email corey_and_dana@sbcglobal.net. • Moms In Motion/Heritage Presb. Church, 7934 N. Hwy. 6, 3rd Thurs. 7:30 pm, www.mimhouston.org. • Texas Early Childhood Intervention 1-800-250-2246 or www. dars.state.tx.us/ecis/. • PARENTS WITHOUT PARTNERS, www.parentswithoutpartners.org or Parent with Partners Greater Houston Chapter #63 at www.pwphouston.org. or Barbara 281-469-5646. • Childcare Professionals of Houston - meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month, at the Bear Creek Community Center. For info, please call 832-593-6656.

Classified Ads FOR SALE

Exquisite David Yurman (Madison) watch with stainless steel bracelet, 0.79+ct. diamond bezel, white mother of pearl dial, Swiss quartz. Originally $5,400, will sell $2,500. 281-787-1205. James Avery: Collet net collar, CH-539, 14k gold, lists for $1,900, must sell for $1,700 OBO; sunburst pendant, CM-37S, 14k gold, lists for $1,900, must sell for $1,700 OBO; matching sunburst earrings, 14k gold, lists for $400, must sell for $350; domed teardrop ear hoops, EH-860, 14k gold, lists for $410, must sell for $350. All items new and never worn. Call 281-395-4359 for serious queries only. Sofa good to very good condition, $250 OBO. 281-861-7500. Dolphin coffee table, $500; dolphin table and 4 chairs, $150; Sony 36” TV, $300. 713-416-6716. Rocket tickets, 2 seats, section 112, row 23, seats 3 & 4, $90/pair, face value season ticket holder. Great seats. 281-578-0153. Maytag electric range, smooth top, never used, $350. 281-647-6056. Prom dresses, both long and short dresses, various colors and sizes; white bridal gown used for NCL presentation. Prices negotiable. 281-392-6518. Rainbow Play System: 2 swings, 360 tire swing, 3-station swing beam, Jacob’s rope ladder, knotted rope w/ disc swing, slide, playhouse and more. Asking $1,400 OBO. Contact Joe 832-654-8886. Blue sofa and love seat, $150; large study table, $75. 281-256-3609. Omega Pro II Racquetball Racket with zip case, never used, $35; 8” animal gold trim/porcelain (some) plates, $15 - $20 each; Emmot Kelly clown, numbered/framed lithographs, $75 - $100 each. Cheryl 281-543-2409.

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2004 GMC Sierra Extended cab truck, leather interior, Boise radio system, XM radio & On Star ready, 20-inch chrome wheels, chrome tool box. Well maintained, one owner, all maintenance records available, excellent condition, 127,000 miles. Sell for $8,500 OBO. 832-654-5339 or 281-8559030.

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2002 Ford Explorer XLT fully loaded, V6 engine runs good, private seller. Asking $5,900. Call 713-907-6426. Rare 1967 Pontiac Firebird convertible, re-built, under warranty, 400 Pontiac motor-not matching no., less than 400 miles, totally restored, yellow with black interior, new paint, new disk brakes, new suspension, new interior & new black top with cover, new custom sound system, $24,000. Firm. 281455-5543. 1996 Buick Roadmaster Ltd: White, leather seats, 76K miles, good condition, $4,500. Call Richie Anderson 281-463-1712.

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Chrysalis Christian Preschool, a ministry of Messiah Lutheran Church, serving families with children 6 weeks to Pre-K, through an interacting Christian curriculum that makes learning fun! Please contact us for more information on Before/After School care, Mother’s Day Out Program, and Extended Care. Summer Camp is available for infants-11 years. Check out our website www.chrysalischildren.org

Live in caregiver for elderly ambulatory female. Must be mature female, nonsmoker with valid drivers license, transportation, and good driving record. Duties include companionship, personal care, light cleaning, and cooking. MUST be able to live in Monday through Saturday. Please have references. 281-550-7577. Mature female to live in and care for elderly female in Settlers Village. Duties include light cleaning and detailed personal care. 832-470-8045.

HELP WANTED

Salons at Stonegate is now hiring a part time house keeper to help clean, fold towels and sweep. Hours 11 AM to 7 PM, good pay, 24 hours a week. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Please call 281-256-2204. Swimming pool cleaner need: Experienced pool cleaner to help with route maintenance in Cypress and Northwest Houston. Must have dependable truck with 2” receiver towing hitch, English speaking, have cell phone and capable of lifting and carrying 100 pounds. If you meet these requirements please call 281-785-5939.

chrysalis

Chrysalis admits children regardless of race, religion, national origin and ethnic background. 11522 Telge Rd. Cypress, TX 77429

HELP WANTED - CARE

Looking for a lady that wants to work during the week (from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM). English or Spanish speaking. Training will be provided to help and teach a 12-year-old boy with a disability. Area: Towne Lake behind Lone Star College (West rd and Barker Cypress). Please call 713-446-9097.

281-807-0764 chrysalisdirector@sbcglobal.net

About Hair Salon and Day Spa is seeking experienced stylists. Apply in A Grace for Children person 15422 FM 529,Place Houston, TX 77095. LL Hair Studio Salon is hiring experienced stylists! Visit our website at www. LLHairStudio.com to learn more, or call us today at 281-550-5302.

January 2012

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281-861-5055

281-653-7162

at Kieth Harrow (across from HEB)

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US 290 @ Tidwell 13482 Northwest Fwy. Houston, TX 77040

281-606-0333

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Beltway 8 & Gulf Frwy. 12804 Gulf Fwy.

281-372-6877

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Gulf Fwy. @ Fuqua

at Richmond (in front of Home Depot)

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. Michelle’s Salon is looking for good experience hairstylist, massage therapist, nail tech and esthetician, lease or commission. 832-878-1052. 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. Dental assistant position available. F/T, nonsmoker, experienced preferred, knowledge of Dentrix software and bilingual a plus. Must be state licensed; Front desk receptionist, bilingual preferred. Fax resume to: 281-861-7174. Or call 281-861-7500. Stylist position available at Salon Picasso Studios. Lease/commission. 281861-9911. Paralegal - Katy area law firm looking for candidate with 5+ years experience. Ideal candidate should be proficient in Word and WordPerfect, be a selfstarter, possess excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Send resume & salary requirements to 281-398-1380. Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment info. 281-646-9928.

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HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE

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

TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES

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