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Stay up-to-date with Falcon Ranch news and information!

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HoA Board Meetings The HOA Board will be meeting on Monday, March 26, 2012, at the Willow Fork Fire Station on Westheimer; the April meeting will be on Monday, April 23, 2012. Regular meetings begin at 6:30 PM and residents are welcome to observe. If you would like to address the Board, please call the PMG Customer Care Line at 713-329-7171 to be placed on the agenda. The Board, which is made up of solely Falcon Ranch homeowners, wants to hear resident concerns, but due to time constraints, open-session discussions must be limited. If you plan to attend, please call the Customer Care Line or check the website (www. falconranchhoa.com) to confirm meeting location or for more details.

Newsletter Deadlines Residents are invited to contribute to this local newsletter. Articles and Brag List items should be submitted to Natalie Boyd (natboydtx@ yahoo.com) no later than the 20th of the month BEFORE the newsletter is printed, which is the month before distribution. Please make note of these deadline dates:

March 20th - May newsletter April 20th - June newsletter May 20th - July newsletter

Spring Garage Sale It is time to begin preparing for the Falcon Ranch Spring Garage Sale Day. This year, the date is set for Saturday, April 21, 2011. Please remember that deed restrictions limit garage sales to days approved by the HOA Board. There is no rain date scheduled for this event.

Customer Care is Available for Homeowners Do you have a question you need answered or a comment you would like to make regarding our community? If so, please contact the Principal Management Group Customer Care Center at 713-329-7171 or email them at customercare@ pmghouston.com. The Customer Care Center will direct inquiries to the proper authorities and every effort will be made to respond to homeowners as quickly as possible.

Reporting Suspicious Activity

You may have noticed the constables patrolling our neighborhoods, working to keep our community safer for everyone. The appearance of constables has raised a question of what to do if you witness suspicious activity. If you see something happening that is an emergency, please call 911. If you see suspicious activities that are not emergencies, call the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office at 281-341-4665.

We need volunteers to help write articles and share information with Falcon Ranch residents. If you would like to help with the newsletter, please contact Natalie Boyd at natboydtx@yahoo.com.

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HEAVY TRASH Trees, shrubs, brush trimmings and fencing must be bundled in lengths no greater than 4 feet with no branch diameter exceeding 3 inches. The bundling is required to allow quick pickup and size limitations are required to avoid damaging the equipment in the crushing process.

All residential waste materials except tree and yard waste must be either in containers, bags or bundles not exceeding 40 pounds.

Items such as appliances, furniture, carpet (up to 1 room, rolled up four feet wide and less than fifty pounds), cardboard boxes (flattened), will be picked up either day.

NOTICE: By Federal Law, refrigerators and freezers or any other items containing Freon must be drained of Freon and have an accompanying bill to validate such service was performed.

Items excluded from normal collection are dirt, rocks, bricks, concrete, tires, batteries, motor oil, cooking oil, waste generated by a private contractor or any materials or items deemed hazardous materials. Best Trash will leave a tag explaining the reason for non-collected item(s).

BRAG LIST

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Happy 9th birthday, Sydney!

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fication. If you want to make an exterior change to your home please fill out the application in this newsletter and send it to the address on the application. The Association has a committee that reviews these applications and has 30 days to respond to requests. If you would like an application, please contact Principal Management Group Customer Care Center at 713-329-7171 or email customercare@ pmghouston.com or the Community Manager, Dana King, at d.king@ pmghouston.com. The application is also enclosed in the Newsletter.

Streetlights Out? Contact CenterPoint Energy for repair of streetlights that are not working at: 713-207-2222 by phone 713-207-9760 by fax www.centerpointenergy.com/outage/ by internet

Members of Daisy Troop #17273 participated in a rededication ceremony by talking about what it means to be a Girl Scout and by reciting the Girl Scout Promise.

Pet Peeves Do your duty as a pet owner! When you take your dog for a walk around the community or to the park, please be courteous to the surrounding neighbors and pick up behind your pet and keep unwanted dog waste from becoming a threat and a nuisance to the safety and enjoyment for all members of the community.

Wanting to make an exterior improvement to your home?

Many new homeowners like to improve on the new home they purchase by adding a swimming pool, storage shed or other modi-

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Remember to obtain the 6-digit pole number along with the closest physical address to the street light that is not working. This will cut down on the time for CenterPoint to locate and repair the pole.

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is one of the Southwest’s largest charities as well as the world’s largest show. Each year, nearly 35,000 students are impacted by the Show through competitions, scholarships and more. Since the inception of its scholarship program in 1957, HLSR has committed more than $220 million to Texas students and education programming Half-Price Carnival Packs are now on SALE. The carnival books have scan cards instead of actual little tickets as well as food coupons.

The $50 book ($131.50 value) contains 2 scan cards with 75 “ticket credits” on each and the $10 book ($30.50 value) has 1 scan card with 22 “ticket credits.” AGAIN this year -The Carnival Scan Cards are good for MIDWAY GAMES, as well as the RIDES!

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You can also help an underprivileged child enjoy the Carnival with only a $15 Donation. It costs approximately $15 to send a child to the livestock show and carnival to enjoy a few carnival rides and games. Would you be willing to make that happen? You can donate online with your credit card and designate from a list of charity recipient organizations or have the Show select a charity for you. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is a Section 501(c) (3) charity, so your donation is tax deductible. Every dollar you contribute helps to put a smile on these children’s faces!

The dates for this year’s events are: February 23rd - February 25th World’s Championship BBQ Contest February 28th - March 18th - RODEO HOUSTON (visit http://www.hlsr.com for more details on entertainment lineup) To order now, view this secure link: https://secure.rodeohouston.com/carnivaltickets/?salesco de=1001389 or log onto www.hlsr.com. Go to Ticket Info. icon on left, click Carnival Tickets, click “HERE” to buy now. Enter KEY CODE: 1001389 or select Leanne M. Wells to buy tickets.

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So start making your plans now and get your 1/2 price carnival value packs TODAY!

Local Veteran Groups Meet If you are an honorably discharged War Time Veteran or currently serving on active duty and want to associate yourself with fellow Veterans, please consider joining one of the following groups. (Each organization has its own requirements for membership.)

American Legion: The Jonathan D. Rozier Post 164 of Katy Texas meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, at 7 PM at the Katy Elks Lodge #2628, at 1050 Katy-Ft. Bend Road, Katy TX. Meetings start promptly at 7:30 PM. The American Legion is the largest war time Veteran’s organization in the nation and invites all eligible Veterans to join. Proud sponsor of the American Legion Boy’s State Program.

Will Miller, Post Commander. Visit us at www.LegionPost164KatyTX. org for more information.

VFW: The Floyd E. Breedlove Post 9182 of Katy Texas meets the first Monday of each month at the VFW Hall on George Bush Dr. in “Old Town Katy.” Meetings begin with a covered dish dinner at 6:30 PM, followed by the business meetings of the VFW and Ladies Auxiliary at 7:30 PM. Peyton Lumpkin, Commander. Ladies Auxiliary President, Karon Cramer.

Military Order of the Purple Heart: Tri-County Chapter 723 of the MOPH meets the third Thursday of each month at the VFW Hall on George Bush Dr. in Old Town Katy. David Lemak, Commander.

Additional information is available through the Veterans Memorial Museum at: 281-391-VETS (8387).

Contact Leanne Wells at 281-770-2093 or email katytxqueen@yahoo.com to get your Half-Price Carnival Packs.

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FALCON RANCH TEENAGE JOB SEEKER’S LIST

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.

Preston Moreaux - B, PP, C, H, SS Zanarah Karanjia - B, H, PP Evan Gillis - L, PP Michelle Schmidt - B, PP, T Alexis May - B, H, PP, CPR, FAC, RCC Rex Brown - L Amber Weiss - B, PP, CPR, FAC, RCC Chris Choi - B, H, PP, T, CPR Joshua Watson - PP, L Sydney Chow - B, PP Damans Flores - B, PP, H Riham Mourad - B, SS, PP, H, L, T, C Omar Mourad - B, SS, SL, PP, H, L, T, C

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Please place my name on the Job Seekers List

(Students must be 12 before they can be added to the babysitting list.)

Please fill in all information Job(s) _________________________________ q B -Babysitting Name _________________________________ q SS -Safe Sitter

q SL -Swim Lessons

Street _________________________________ q CPR -CPR Certified

q FAC -First Aid Cert. q RCC -Red Cross Cert.

Birthdate - Mo/Yr_________________________ q P -Pet Care (only) q PP -Pet/Plant Sitter Age ______ Yr HS Grad________ or Gr ________ q H -Housecare Phone _________________________________ q L -Lawncare q T -Tutor Subd__________________________________ q C -Car Detailing

Email _________________________________

I give my permission for my child’s name and phone number to be published in the ‘Teenage Job Seekers’ section of our subdivision newsletter.

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FALCON RANCH HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. POOL/TENNIS PASS APPLICATION FORM In order to receive your pool access card and/or tennis court key, you must fill out this form.

Mail or fax to: Principal Management Group 11000 Corporate Centre Drive STE 150 Houston, TX 77041 713-329-7100 Fax 713-329-7198 Please note: Before we can issue pool access cards, the Association must have proof of ownership of property within the community. The Association may not receive closing information from the title companies for approximately 60 days (or longer) following closing. In order to expedite receipt of your pool access cards, we recommended you also fax a copy of your closing statement along with this application.

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY Address _____________________________________________________________________________

Telephone (Home)__________________________________ Work (Home)_______________________

Pool Key Quantity ___________ Tennis Key Quantity ____________

First and Last Name of Residents _____________________________________________ __________________________________ _____________________________________________ __________________________________ _____________________________________________ __________________________________ _____________________________________________ __________________________________

____________________________________________ __________________________________ Signature Date

One pool access card and one tennis court key per family available upon request. Additional and/or replacement pool access cards are $25.00 and replacement of tennis court keys are $12.00.

Reminder: Swimming pool maximum of two guests per resident allowed.

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Katy ISD Partners in Education, brings the community into the classroom through these and other programs: school-business partnerships, KEYS mentoring, sister schools, volunteers in public schools and junior achievement.

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Pictured, Clockwise are: Eric Morgan, junior, Mixed Choir - Bass 1 - 1st Chair; Eubie Pabilona, junior, Alternate - Men’s Choir; Zane Hill, senior, Mixed Choir - Bass 1; Madison Rice, sophomore, Women’s Choir - Alto 2; David Tait, sophomore, Men’s Choir - Bass 2; Melanie Mozer, senior, Women’s Choir - Alto 1; Lindsay Bartlett, senior, Mixed Choir - Soprano 2 - Chair 2 3rd year; Chelsea Bettis, senior, Alternate-Women’s Choir - Alto 1

Congratulations to the six Cinco Ranch High School choir students, along with two alternates, who advanced through the rigorous selection process to receive placement in the prestigious All-State Choir; earning the opportunity to perform at the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Convention in San Antonio in February. Directors Dorothy Wilson and David Lee are proud of these hard-working, talented students as well as all of the other students who advanced through various stages of the process.

UNIVERSITY NEWS Houston Community College study tour to Russia Houston Community College is offering the community a wonderful opportunity to embark upon a study abroad tour to Russia to see the historic cities of St. Petersburg and Moscow. The tour dates are March 10 – 18, 2013. A $150 discount for signing up by the end of March 2012.

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Learn about business and culture in Russia - Student program cost: $3,239.

For more information about the tour, contact Steve Woodland at 713718-5832 or email steven.woodland@hccs.edu

Fort Bend Master Gardeners For information on Ft. Bend Master Gardeners or lists of events, visit www. fbmg.com or call the Master’s Gardener’s Hotline at 281-341-7068.

Anyone with an interest in gardening is encouraged to attend our events.

West Fort Bend County Republican Women Are you interested in meeting your local elected officials? Would you like to know how Congress is dealing with “hot” items during this session? Contact Susan at 281-633-2277 or BurgerBizInc@aol.com for information on our group.

Nottingham Country Garden Club annual Fundraising Plant and Bake Sale On Saturday, March 31, 2012 from 10 am to 2 pm the Nottingham Country Garden Club will have their annual Fundraising Plant and Bake Sale. The sale will take place in the parking lot of Pin Oak Village at the SE corner of Pin Oak & Kingsland, catty corner from Walgreens and South of Katy Mills Mall. We will be selling plants of many varieties and sizes grown by our club gardeners and home-baked goodies, all at excellent prices.

NCGC is a non-profit organization affiliated with the Houston Federation of Garden Clubs and the National Federation of Garden Clubs.

The purpose of the club is to promote beautification in the community, support local and national educational and charitable organizations and educate the community about our environment.

Donations from the NCGC are funded by our annual Spring Plant and Bake Sale and projects that vary each year.

For more information, see our website: www.nottinghamgardenclub.org or call 281-578-1036 or 281-693-0016.

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Pope John XXII High School COMMUNITY WIDE GARAGE SALE Pope John XXII High School, 1800 West Grand Parkway N. Katy TX 77449, located on the corner of Franz and W. Grand Parkway, will host a Community Wide Garage Sale from 7:30 AM to 12 noon, Saturday, March 3, 2012, in the school gym (rain or shine).

12X12 Spaces are available to rent for $30, if interested. Please contact Ana Sanchez re: Community Garage Sale at ams1965@ att.NET. Space is limited, so act fast!

Katy Area Parents of Multiples (KAPOM) garage sale Katy Area Parents of Multiples (KAPOM) will be holding their next semi-annual garage sale on Saturday, March 24th from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. The sale will be located at The Church of Holy Apostles, 1225 W. Grand Pkwy. S. Katy, TX 77494. KAPOM’s consignment style sale will be selling gently used child related and household items. Lots of kids clothing, toys and equipment.

Contact kapom@kapom.org for more information.

We will also be hosting a breakfast bake sale so come hungry!

SUNDOWN GLEN COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE

There will be a Community Garage Sale on March 24, 2012 with a rain date of March 31, 2012. Signs will be posted at the entrances to the subdivision and individual signs at homes.

Sundown Glen is located off North Fry Road and Saums.

TAYLOR HIGH SCHOOL BAND HUGE GARAGE SALE The Garage Sale will be on Saturday, March 31st, 8 AM - 1 PM, in the James E. Taylor HS Parking Lot, 20700 Kingsland Boulevard, Katy. There will be furniture, kitchenware, clothing, toys, sporting goods, tools and more! Sponsored by Boosters of the 300+ student JET Band. All proceeds benefit the band!

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During cookie activities, girls are members of a team working towards a common goal, with each girl striving to do her best. Girls set cookie goals to support their chosen activities for the year, like funding community service projects, attending summer camp or even traveling. So when your local Girl Scouts come calling with this year’s best-selling cookies, remember you’re saying hello to tomorrow’s business leaders.

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Nicholas Joseph Christoffersen Earns Eagle Scout Award Nick Christoffersen has earned his Eagle Scout Award, the highest achievement in Boy Scouting. Nick is a scout in Katy’s Boy Scout Troop 557 of the Texas Skies District. He has been involved in scouting for 11 years. He began as a Tiger Cub in the 1st grade. Nick has attended National Youth Leadership training in 2007 and again in 2010 as a staff member. He has taken on many leadership roles over the years including Den Chief of pack 557 and assistant patrol leader of Troop 557. He has sealed his membership in the Order of the Arrow with his brotherhood.

Nick’s eagle project was organizing the West Houston Fall Fishing Tournament at Mary Jo Peckham park in Katy. He was responsible for securing sponsors, donations and volunteers. The tournament was held in conjunction with fishing classes where participants earned their angler certification through Texas Parks and Wildlife. Young scouts also worked towards their fishing merit badge.

Nick is a junior at Katy High School and is on the Katy swim team.

He is also active in St. Edith Stein’s youth group. Nick plans to major in mechanical engineering and pursue a commission in the United States Marine Corps.

Katy Boy Scout receives heroism award Sean Payne of Katy Boy Scout Troop 925 recently received the very prestigious Heroism Award given by the Boy Scouts of America to scouts who have performed heroic acts. On July 10, 2010 Sean dove into a local swimming pool in Katy to pull his one-and-half year old brother Ethan from the the pool after Ethan accidently went down the steps and into water too deep for him to get out without help. Both Sean and brother Ethan were unhurt and Troop 925 are very proud of Sean!

SPRING CRAFT SHOWS/FESTIVALS 49 th ANNUAL SPRING THING MARKET TO BE HELD AT CHAPELWOOD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Chapelwood United Methodist Women’s 49th annual Spring Thing Market will take place Wednesday, March 7th, from 9 AM - 5 PM and Thursday, March 8th, from 9 AM - 3 PM, at the church at 11140 Greenbay Drive, Houston. Preview Party will be held Tuesday, March 6th, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM. On of the largest spring bazaars in the city, it features more than 90 unique vendors, which will provide an exceptional and diverse shopping experience. More than 300 volunteers organize this grand event and ensure that proceeds go to charities chosen by the United Methodist Women. This year, because of the generosity of Chapelwood members, 100% of the proceeds from Spring Thing will support the chosen local and global charities.

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It includes an expansive silent auction and this year several vacation trips and homes, decorative accessories, jewelry and unique theme baskets. Additionally this market will give shoppers the opportunity to donate directly to a particular charity.

Admission to Spring Thing will be free, and entry to the Preview Party is a donation of $10.

Helping Homeowners for more than 14 Years

For more information, click on www.umwspringthing.org or visit Facebook.com/SpringThingMarket for year round news and specific vendors.

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Shop Til you Drop at the Spring Fling Vendor Blender

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You are Welcome to “Shop Til you Drop” at the Spring Fling Vendor Blender on Saturday March 10, 2012 at Crosspoint Community Church, 700 S. Westgreen Blvd Katy, TX 77450. Explore over 50 vendors from 9 am to 4 pm to find great bargains on jewelry, bags, books, specialty gifts and much more. Find gifts for Easter, Mother’s Day, Graduation and Father’s Day. The first 200 customers will receive a FREE Swag bag with secret coupons and gifts from local vendors to use throughout the year. Contact member.thao@gmail.com or jlushbaugh@gmail.com for more details. Check us out on Facebook under Spring Fling Vendor Blender. Event sponsored by KAPOM.

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2012 Folk life Festival What was life like for the pioneers of early Texas? How did they Dress? What skills did they need to survive? Where did the children go to school?

What kinds of animals did they own? These questions and many more will be answered for those who attend the 27th Annual Katy Folk Life Festival.

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The Katy ISD Outdoor Learning Center will be transformed into scenes of the late 1800’s, as many demonstrations and activities of pioneer life are recreated.

Visitors will also be able to walk the nature trails, visit the duck pond, and see the displays and exhibits in the science and history classrooms. The Katy Folk Life Festival is a family fun event with interesting lessons in Texas History. Make plans to attend on Saturday, March 31, 2012, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM The Outdoor Learning Center is located at 6301 S. Stadium Lane, Katy, Texas 77494. Drive west on Interstate 10, take exit 740, turn North on FM 1463 and follow the signs to the Outdoor Learning Center. Admission is $1 per person.

KIDS Folk Life Festival

needs fabric

I am collecting fabric and old sheets to make rag dolls at the KIDS Folk Life Festival on March 31st. At the Folk Life Festival we show people how to make rag dolls like they did years ago from scrap fabric. Last year we had almost 4,000 people who wanted to make these dolls but we ran out of fabric. I had no idea it would be such a popular station, so I am starting now asking for fabric donations.

If you have any fabric (cotton is the best) or old sheets, let me know and I can come get it from you or you can drop it off at a school near you and I can collect it there. If you would like to volunteer at the folk life festival, please contact me at slbedwards@att.net.

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Talan Holmes Charity Golf Classic is a Golf Tournament that has one main goal. We are all about providing funds to a group of people who are born with Tebial Hemimelia (TH from here on). TH is a rare malformation, 1:1,000,000 or lack of formation of the Tibia which is the weight bearing bone in the bottom of the leg. This tournament started out to pay the medical expenses of Talan Holmes, the tournament chairman’s son. Talan has undergone his first surgery and is now working with his first prosthesis trying to learn to walk.

Many families, like the Holmes family, are unaware of TH and until delivery don’t know that their child has TH. Our goal, while still paying the medical expenses of Talan, is to help other families that may not have the ability to raise their own funds or simply can’t raise enough to get their child the prosthesis that he or she needs.

The Golf Tournament is on Friday, March 2, 2012 at the River Ridge Gold Club, 3133 Brazos Oak Lane, Sealy, TX 77474. Registration begins - 6:30 AM, Breakfast - 7:00 AM and Event Start Time - 9:00 AM For more information about the tournament, sign up to be a sponsor and to register, visit www.birdeasepro.com/talan2012. THCGC is a 501c3 organization.

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The Seven Lakes High School Spartan Band and Colorguard will sponsor a Golf Tournament on Monday, March 26, 2012 at Meadowbrook Farms Golf Club in Seven Meadows. The 4 Player Scramble will start at 1:00 pm. Be a part of this inaugural event and you will have the chance to win a new car with a hole in one! A lucky team will have the opportunity to spend the day with KHOU Sportscaster Daniel Gotera, who will also be the guest speaker at an awards dinner following the tournament. Advertising opportunities will range from one-hole sponsorships to coveted space on the new Spartan Band Big Rig Trailer. More information and registration may be found at: www.slhsband.org or www.tournevents.com/spartanband or email: vinhnguyen1@allstate.com.

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“Boots ‘N Whoops!” annual spring fundraiser Aggie Recording Artist, Kimberly Dunn will be at our annual spring fundraiser “Boots ‘N Whoops!” Aggie or not, this is a concert you don’t want to miss!

Sunday, April 22, 2012 at Red River Dance Hall (SH 249) Purchase tickets today for this private performance.

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Spring break, so bring your job-seeking Aggie students along for some great advice!

The meeting will be held Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at 7 pm at the Houston Distributing Company, Inc. conveniently located at 7100 High Life Drive near Cutten Road and Willowbrook Mall. Join other Aggie Moms for food, fun, and fabulous networking! Shop for “one-of-a-kind” graduation gifts at our Aggie Moms’ Boutique.

Our beautiful, Traditions Pillows are professionally embroidered with memory icons that will warm the heart of any Aggie and are only available through NWHC Aggie Moms.

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Join local Aggie Moms on Saturday, March 24th from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, at Living Word Lutheran Church, 3700 S. Mason Road, for our “Fit To Be Tied” project event. We will be tying no-sew fleece blankets for donation to area charities including the Krause Center. For more information, to volunteer, or to find out how to make a donation of fabric to this event, check out our website at www.katywesthoustonaggiemoms.com or email Cathy McMaster at cathymcmaster@comcast.net. Thanks and Gig’Em!

Masquerade Mixer Fundraiser

Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Katy-Prairie View Chapter, requests the honor of your presence at its 2nd Annual Masquerade Mixer Fundraiser on March 31, 2012 at The Safari Ranch Ballroom, 11627 FM 1464, Richmond, TX from 8:00 pm to 1:00 am. You will enjoy great music, great casino games, a great silent auction and great food. Tickets are $50 each. Contact Lolita for ticket sales at 713-822-2772. If you would like to make a donation or sponsor this great event, please contact April at 713-569-5464. So come out and party-for-a-purpose. The proceeds will benefit the Jack and Jill of America Foundation and The Fort Bend Women’s Shelter.

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COOKS UP HOUSTON’S HOT SUMMER BREAK™ BENEFITS ANNUAL EVENT The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo today announced the launch of a new summer festival, benefiting the Show and allowing Houstonians an enjoyable, refreshing and entertaining break from the city’s summer heat.

Houston’s Hot Summer Break, July 4-8, 2012, is an all day, five-day music, food, beer, wine and spirits festival, featuring top chefs and mixologists, shopping, and live music. Held completely inside Reliant Center, the summer event includes cooking demonstrations, a beer brewing competition, wine and liquor seminars and the search for Houston’s best cocktail, margarita and martini.

Patrons also can explore both floors of Reliant Center to listen and dance to live concerts featuring country, blues and jazz music, along with disc jockeys playing a mix of club music.

“We are thrilled to announce the development of Houston’s Hot Summer Break,” said Skip Wagner, president of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. “Houstonians love to celebrate and this festival offers them a really cool way to do so. We look forward to making it one of the best and most successful events of its kind, offering attendees the ability to get away without going away!”

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Another highlight of the event, a restaurant-style café, will allow attendees the opportunity to sit and enjoy creations from several Houston-area restaurants, cafés and diners, including a wine bar and coffee shop.

Net proceeds generated from Houston’s Hot Summer Break will directly benefit the mission of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is a Section 501(c)(3) charity that benefits youth, supports education, and facilitates better agricultural practices through exhibitions and presentation. Since its beginning in 1932, the Show has committed approximately $283 million to the youth of Texas. The 2012 Show runs Feb. 28th - March 18th. For tickets and more information, visit www.rodeohouston.com.

THEATER/ARTS KVPAC - 2012 Spring Season Theatre Program Schedule.

KVPAC, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts education organization since 2001, is located at 2501 South Mason Road, Suite # 290 in Katy, at the Great Southwest Equestrian Center complex. All productions will be performed in the ExhibitForce Main Theatre at KVPAC on the Kennedy Grand Stage. For ticket prices, show details and audition information, visit www.kvpac.org.

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The Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival 2012 Like Music? “You’ll Love Katy!” The Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival is scheduled for April 27 and 28, 2012. You will not want to miss this exciting weekend of music and art coming to Katy, Texas!

The purpose of the Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival is to increase exposure of jazz, to extend jazz education for developing musicians and to provide entertainment of the jazz music medium in the Katy and West Houston areas. The Festival’s activities are non-competitive and dedicated to the development and preservation of this truly American art form.

The Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival is also a uniquely different event for jazz music patrons. All attendees have the opportunity to hear big bands and combos comprised of student jazz musicians throughout the day, as well as featured guitar artists and aspiring music groups, via the component known as the Katy Guitar Fest. Each day then can be completed by attending the Featured Concerts on Friday and Saturday nights by world-renown jazz recording artists. Throughout the day an exhibit of outstanding visual artwork, by area and national artists, known as ARTkaty is on display and provides the opportunity for attendees to view, enjoy, and purchase fine artwork of the highest quality. More information about the featured jazz artists, featured guitar artists, and visual artists can be found on the website: www.WestHoustonJazz.com.

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Performance participation in the Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival is open to all student jazz ensembles (big bands and/or combos) at the middle school, junior high, high school and/or college levels. Performance and participation in the Katy Guitar Fest is encouraged for all guitarists of all ages and all genres of music. Registration forms for each of these components are available on the website: www.

WestHoustonJazz.com. Student participating ensembles will receive professional constructive comments by renowned professional jazz artists after their performances, as well as participate in individualized instruction on their own musical instruments through “master classes” with the professional jazz artists. Topics and technical studies ranging from jazz interpretation to improvisation to composition and professional pathways in jazz are all included in the master classes.

Festival attendees may attend any of the daily performances and art exhibit with the purchase of a daily admission wristband. Shuttle buses will be available, at no cost to Festival attendees, for transportation from the local Katy hotels (which offer reduced rates to Festival participants and attendees) to the Festival and return them to their original point of departure. Daily admission wristbands will be available at the entrance to the Katy High School Performing Arts Center or in the lobby of the following Katy hotels located at the Katy Mills Mall area: Best Western Plus; Hilton Garden Inn; Springhill Suites, by Marriott and the Residence Inn, by Marriott.

Admission to the evening Feature Concerts is by ticket only. Tickets can be purchased at the Ticket Window of the Katy High School Performing Arts Center or in the lobby areas of the Katy hotels noted above during the days of the Festival, or in advance from any Katy ISD high school band member, Cinco Ranch Conservatory of Music

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or online at www.WestHoustonJazz.com. Please visit the website to receive information pertaining to the dates for ticket sales at a later time. Proceeds from the Festival go to support the jazz education at Katy ISD high schools.

Keep Kids Connected Bingo Fundraiser on Saturday, March 3rd at 6 pm at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church in Old Katy. The event will start with an enchilada dinner from 5-6 pm for $6 for anyone who is interested.

The Bingo Fundraiser is $25 per person for 12 games (on 9 cards for each game) with a free bingo dauber for each player. For more information, email keepkidsconnected@gmail.com.

Second Saturday Aluminum Can Collection - If you live in the Houston Area, please consider participating in our “Cans for a Cure” Recycling Program.

The second Saturday of each month, Keep Kids Connected collects aluminum beverage cans at the Tradition Bank Pin Oak Branch location from 9 am-12 pm. The proceeds from recycling the cans helps fund the purchase of Netbook computers and pediatric cancer research.

Invite your family, friends, neighbors and co-workers to support this recycling pro-gram and donate their aluminum cans to Keep Kids Connected.

Keep Kids Connected was created to help kids stay connected to family and friends while they undergo their treatment for cancer or any other life-threatening illness. The idea for the organization was created by Caitlyn Mortus who is, herself, a cancer survivor. While going through her treatments, she was given a Netbook computer from a family friend. The computer kept her in contact with her friends and helped keep her spirits up when she was in the hospital for her treatments or unable to have visitors. Her wish is that every kid battling cancer or any life-threatening illness be given a computer so they can stay connected to their family and friends while they are going through their treatments. Her wish has become our mission.

For more information about Keep Kids Connected go to the website, www.keepkidsconnected.org or check out their Facebook page! If you would like to get on the contact list for upcoming events, email keepkidsconnected@gmail.com.

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.

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NATURE PROGRAMS FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN Enjoy the outdoors with your child, age 2 1/2 to 5, at Audubon nature programs (called the “Titmouse Club”) offered every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10:00 to 11:00 AM, from mid-September through mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Boulevard. The programs feature fun nature talks, stories, crafts, hands-on activities and walks in the woods. The cost is $5 per child or a 5-session card can be purchased for $20. The child must be accompanied by an adult during the program. For more information, please visit www.houstonaudubon.org or contact docent@houstonaudubon.org or 713-464-4900.

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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.

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WWII Aircraft Fly-In and Open House On Saturday and Sunday, April 21st & 22nd those big, old airplanes with the mighty round engines will be flying again as the Commemorative Air Force’s West Houston Squadron presents its 2012 Open House at Hangar B-5, West Houston Airport. Get up close and feel the prop wash and hear the noise as radial engines power these WWII aircraft. See some the old planes your father, grandfather or grandmother learned to fly for World War II. April 21st & 22nd from 10 AM until 5 PM. A $10 donation per car earns you a day of aircraft and military vehicle displays, museum exhibits and fun. See the West Houston Squadron’s Lockheed C-60 paratroop transport (flying today after a 7 year restoration), the Basic, Primary and Advanced trainers, the CAF Gulf Coast Wing’s B-17 and tactical fighters from the Lone Star Flight Museum, as well as other CAF and privately owned fly-in WWII aircraft. Talk to the pilots who flew them then and fly them now.

West Houston Airport is located at 18000 Groeschke Rd., 2 miles north of 1-10 and between Hwy. 6 and Barker Cypress. Food, drinks, gifts and souvenirs will be available. Come on out and honor America. The Commemorative Air Force is a non-profit national patriotic organization whose membership includes people from all backgrounds sharing an interest in aviation and history, www.westhoustonsqdn.org.

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Each year the Katy TaeKwonDo Academy’s C3 Booster Club holds several community events that benefit the Katy community. This past holiday season booster club supporters shined in their acts of “Community,” one of the valued “Cs” in the C3 Booster Club name. In December, the C3 Booster Club once again partnered with the U.S. Marines in their Toys For Tots toy drive and this year added a second collection drive - gathering supplies for an active Marine platoon.

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The generosity of Katy TKD Academy students and C3 Booster Club members was evident as toys mounded in Toys For Tots collection boxes. On “delivery day” Marine representatives joined academy students and staff to celebrate with a photo and a cheer to send off the toys to needy boys and girls.

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Abundant generosity didn’t stop with toys. Corporal Patrick Reade, brother to academy staff instructor, Michael Reade, is stationed with the U.S. Marines in Afghanistan. Cpl. Reade’s platoon is the fortunate recipient of boxes upon boxes of food and supplies graciously donated by Katy TKD Academy students.

The C3 Booster Club is a philanthropic organization that strives to make a difference in Katy and beyond by giving back to its students and the community. The not-for-profit organization operates throughcorporate donations, event fundraisers and membership dues. Primary fundraisers throughout the year are corporate sponsorships, Parents Night Out nights, memberships and the exciting annual Board Break-A-Thon. For more information about the Katy TaeKwonDo Academy or the C3 Booster Club or to become a corporate sponsor, visit www.katytkd.com or email C3katy@gmail.com.

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Along with this accomplishment, Cadet Rocha has earned the Doolittle Award, a high honor for cadets. He holds a leadership position in the cadet squadron, has attended encampments for training in emergency services and takes an active part in ground team management during squadron search and rescue exercises. His goal after graduating high school is to obtain a commercial pilot’s license, go to college, then to join the Air Force as an officer in flight training.

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Star of Destiny Chapter, NSDAR, was pleased to present Mrs. Kelley Kerlick, 7th Grade Texas History and 8th Grade U. S. History teacher at Cinco Ranch Junior High, with the Outstanding Teacher of American History award at the meeting held January 10, 2012. Mrs. Kerlick has been teaching in Katy ISD for 21 years and while she has taught many subjects, her greatest joy is teaching American History. She loves this country and strives each day to passionately present the history of the United States in a way that not only touches the minds of teens but, more importantly, their hearts. Making the presentation is Star of Destiny Member Rebecca Miller, assisted by her daughter, Anna, who is one of Mrs. Kerlick’s 8th grade students.

Certificate of Appreciation The Star of Destiny, NSDAR, Chapter in Katy, Texas was proud to award Phillip Powell, class of 2012 at Seven Lakes High School, a Certificate of Appreciation for his American flag service. Phillip currently has subscribers in the Seven Meadows and Cinco Ranch Section II subdivisions where he places the American Flag in yards for six American patriotic holidays each year. Phillip developed this flag service after he volunteered for his uncle in Tyler, Texas. He returned to Katy and developed his own business! We commend his patriotic efforts in our community.

West Houston Girls Softball Association Registration 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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in 1986 in Katy, Texas, FFPS has grown to 22 leagues and 16,000 players throughout the Greater Houston area. 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 schedule and fees: Through March 5th: $90 Online March 6th – 19th: $95 Online After March 20th: $100 Online 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. 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 to May 26th. For the Katy league, all games are played at George Bush Park – FFPS Soccer Complex, located on Westheimer Parkway off Fry Road. 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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KATY YMCA PROGRAMS Register now for YMCA Summer Programs. Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or ymcahouston.org. Low fees! Scholarships available.

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Don’t let your kids miss out on summer fun at the Y! YMCA Healthy Kids Day - Saturday, April 28th, 10 AM-2 PM: This annual celebration is about FUN and FITNESS for today’s youth.

Moonwalks, face painting, games, fitness demonstrations and MORE! Local vendors and YMCA staff will be on hand to tell you about programs and services that cater to today’s kids! Stop by to find out about summer sports and specialty camps, day camp and swim lessons. Held at the Katy Y. 22807 Westheimer Parkway, Katy 77494.

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Registration is open for spring Flag Football, Basketball and Soccer leagues in Katy! i9 Sports is the #1 provider of youth sports leagues, camps and instructional clinics n the country for kids ages 3-14. We focus on fun, skills and sportsmanship with a commitment to safety. Sign up during early registration to save $10. Leagues start March 31st.

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Katy Rugby Club

Fun for all the family. All ages welcome - boys & girls.

Training every Sunday 2-4 PM, at Beck Junior High school Football Field. For more information, visit www.katyrugbyclub.com.

LADY SHARKS WOMEN’S GOLF ASSOCIATION (WGA)

The Lady Sharks WGA are inviting new members to join our Thursday morning play day at Meadowbrook Farms Golf Club. Our purpose is to promote women’s golf and fellowship among our members while enhancing the understanding of The Rules of Golf and improving play.

For more information, contact Susie Hatfield 832-437-3670, michaelhat2002@yahoo.com or Sue Crookson 281-392-4913, scrookson@entouch.net.

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ATTENTION LADY GOLFERS 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.

Katy Valkyries Girls’ Lacrosse The Katy Valkyries, a girls’ lacrosse league in the Katy area, is recruiting middle and high school girls to play in competition. Contact Liz Jones at 281 5788439 or read more about the league on our website, www.katyvalkyries.com.

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

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

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

Westside Golf League Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun while improving golfing skills. For more information contact Sue Crookson at 281-392-4913 scrookson@houston.rr.com or Yana Dommert at 281394-2481 yana@entouch.net or Kathy Smith 815-715-3892

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The Seven Last Words of Christ provides a musical setting for seven phrases spoken by Jesus Christ while he hung dying on the cross. The phrases, taken from all four Gospels, are often shared in churches during Holy Week to help Christians reflect on the meaning of Good Friday.

FBSO will accompany the choir with a smaller chamber orchestra consisting of strings and woodwinds. FBSO is under the direction of Katy resident Dr. Hector Agüero. The St. Peter’s choir is under the direction of David Galasso.

General admission tickets are $10 each in advance or at the door. To purchase tickets, visit www.fbso.org or call 281-276-9642.

Holy Week at Living Word Lutheran Church Sunday, April 1st - Palm Sunday The Katy community is cordially invited to attend a Lenten Cantata, “Behold the Gift of Love” presented by the Choir of Living Word Lutheran Church. The cantata tells the story of God’s redeeming love for us and retraces Christ’s suffering

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and sacrifice on the cross. The choir, accompanied by a chamber orchestra, will present the cantata on Sunday, April 1st at the 8:00 am, 9:30 am and 11:00 am services. Following the services, children will be invited to an “instrument petting zoo” where they can see and hear up-close demonstrations of the orchestra instruments.

Thursday, April 5th - Maundy Thursday The Maundy Thursday worship service will be held at 7 pm.

Friday, April 6th - Good Friday “Journey to the Cross” begins at 10 AM and is an interactive walk through the events of Holy Week for young children and their families.

“Stations of the Cross,” a worship service for all ages, will be held at both 3 pm and 7 pm.

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UPCOMING BIBLE STUDIES Starting Wednesday, April 4, 2012 Wednesdays from 10:00 to 11:30 AM Know the Truth - What is truth? Is it a personal option or are these absolute standards?? Come explore Romans, one of the most influential letters ever written to people who asked these very questions. 5 lessons.

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Living Word Lutheran Church Teens Tie Knots for Lutheran World Relief Members of the Junior High Youth Group at Living Word Lutheran Church are learning to tie knots in baby quilts. The quilts were assembled by the Piecemakers quilting group, and the teens have been recruited to tie the knots to complete the quilts. Baby Care Kits are then filled with quilts, baby clothes and diapers, and are sent to the Lutheran World Relief warehouse. From there the Kits are shipped to areas of the world recovering from war and natural disasters. Members of the community are invited to donate cotton fabric to use to design the quilt tops. Fabric pieces may be dropped off at the office of Living Word Lutheran Church.

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The church is located at South Mason Rd and Westheimer Parkway. You may contact the church office with questions at 281-392-2300.

Holy Covenant United Methodist Church Come join us at Holy Covenant United Methodist Church for Wednesday Night Encounter; a night of fellowship and a meal. Dinner is at 5:45 PM. We have something for everyone. Come and bring a friend or two!

HOLY COVENANT is located at 22111 Morton Road, Katy TX 77449-3717, 281-579-1200, www.holycov.org.

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

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“FOR THE BETTERMENT OF THE WORLD” BAHA’I FAITH OF FORT BEND COUNTY Please join us for an informal devotional gathering, where we share music, prayers and inspirational readings taken from the major religions of the world, in an environment of unity and harmony. The Word of God, say the Baha’i Writings, provides inspiration, rejuvenates souls, gladdens hearts and renews one’s sense of purpose.

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

Free Job Search Assistance/ Career Counseling If you have lost your job or if you are looking to improve your career, take advantage of the job search/career counseling services provided by George Gentry. Mr. Gentry is a former human resources executive who can assist you in putting together a resume, counsel you on job search techniques and train you to improve your interviewing skills. He incorporates proven job search techniques with a Christ-centered approach, which helps to better prepare his clients for a successful new career. His clients include new college graduates, experienced professionals, managers and executives, all of whom he meets with on an individual basis.

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Members of Cornerstone EPC in Katy, Texas rejoiced as they celebrated their 30th anniversary. Cornerstone (named Calvin Presbyterian 30 years ago) joined the EPC in 1982, shortly after the denomination was formed. On October 22nd, members and guests came together for an evening of remembering the past and a renewed commitment to serve the Lord. The theme of the evening was “Learn from the Past - Love in the Present - Live for the Future.”

Photo is of Cornerstone’s current pastors, Carter Sanger, Nathan Carico, Allen White and two former pastors, Buck Oliphant and Sam Downing, taken at the 30th anniversary celebration.

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SENIOR CHURCH GROUPS Kingsland Baptist Church Weekly Events for Adult 55+ Game Day - Meet with us every Wednesday in the Crawford Fellowship Hall from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM as we fellowship around the table playing Chicken Foot, Scrabble, Cards, etc. Bring a sack lunch (drinks provided) and we will eat together at noon.

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

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.

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

The Church is located in downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You can get to the church if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right at the light, go to the second stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left and the Church Hall will be on your right one block down. For more info., call 281-391-4758.

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• CINCO RANCH NIGHT READERS’ TO DISCUSS ‘REMAINS SILENT’ - The Night Readers’ book club will meet on Thursday, March 15th beginning at 7:00 PM, in Conference Room 2. The literary-review club is free and open to the public.

• LIBRARY TO PRESENT INTRODUCTORY COMPUTER CLASSES: Adult Services staff at the library will present free, introductory computer classes. The classes will consist of a hands-on introduction to basic skills for people who would like to learn more about using these computer programs.

• The “Design and Publish Your Own Website for Free!” introductory class on Tuesday, March 20th, beginning at 10:00 AM, in the Computer Lab. If you have photographs you would like to use, save them as a JPEG on a USB flash drive and bring them to the class.

• The “MS Word Survival Basics” class for version 2007 will take place on Tuesday, March 27th, beginning at 10:00 AM, in the Computer Lab. • The “MS Excel Survival Basics” class for version 2007 will take place on Thursday, March 29th, beginning at 10:00 AM, in the Computer Lab. The classes are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, however and reservations are required. To register online for any of the programs at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Calendar,” select “Cinco Ranch Branch Library,” and find

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• lineage workshop: The Star of Destiny, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will host a lineage workshop on Saturday, March 31, 2012 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM. The event will take place in meeting room 1. The workshop will cover ways to obtain and organize family genealogical information through the use of computer resources, ancestor charting, archive and local library research. For further information, contact Trish at 281-556-5512 or email RegistrarStarDestiny@gmail.com.

• LEARN ABOUT IRISH IMMIGRATION TO AMERICA AT LIBRARY: In recognition of Irish-American Heritage Month, the library will present “Coming to America: A History of Irish Immigration,” on Thursday, March 8th, beginning at 7:00 PM, in the Meeting Room.

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• the Friends of the Library BOOK SALE - Shop the ONGOING BOOK SALE by the Friends of the Library inside the library.

Children books $.50 - $1, Adult’s books $.50 - $2. DVDs and CDs various prices. Drop donations of gently used fiction and children’s books into the barrel at the library or at Tradition bank on Grand Pkwy. No textbooks, magazines or encyclopedias accepted. Proceeds support the library.

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

March 6th: Walking March 13th: Horseys March 20th: Find the Noise March 27th: Milk & Cookies

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

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• Pre-school Story Time: where they hear stories, watch movies and participate in age-appropriate craft activities 3 to 6 years of age, beginning at 2:00 pm each Tuesday.

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

March 1st: Homes March 8th: Dr. Seuss March 15th: Texas Rodeo March 22nd: Piggies March 29th: Birthdays!

• Kinder Korner - a time for kindergartners to enjoy stories, movies, crafts and other activities - takes place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday s at 4:30 PM. March 14th: Bedtime March 28th: Teeth • The After-School Break - crafts, movies, stories, and more for school-aged children entering first through fifth grades - begins at 4:30 PM on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. March 7th: Celebrate Dr. Seuss March 21st: After-School Snacks • The ‘Tween Café – for students in 5th and 6th grades - will take place on the 2nd Monday of each month, beginning at 4:30 PM. The program on March 12th will be “Wii Game Night.”

SUPPORT/ HELP GROUPS • KATY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES - Help to Survivors of Sexual Assault. The 24-hour Crisis Hotline number is 281-693- RAPE (7273).

NON-EMERGENCY 281-391-5262.

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

• The Compassionate Friends Houston West Chapter meets every second Monday at 7 pm at Tallowood Baptist Church at 555 Tallowood, room ET102. Info. at www.compassionatefriends. org and the Houston West Chapter at www.tcf.tcu.edu/index.html or by calling Greg Williams 281-345-9707.

• CANCER COUNSELING (FREE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP IN KATY) - meets Thursdays from 7-8 pm at Christus St. Catherine Hospital. For registration and info., contact Cancer Counseling, 713520-9873 or www.cancerhouston.com. Spanish-speaking available.

• Free Mental Disorders Family Support Groups - Meets at a number of locations. Complete listing on www.namimetrohouston.org or call 713-970-4419.

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

• DEPRESSION Bipolar support alliance - For info., call the DBSA office at 713-600-1131 or check out our website at www. dbsahouston.org.

• The Katy OCD/Anxiety group for parents - meets on the last Saturday of each month at 9:00 AM at La Madeline restaurant in Katy. For more information check out our website: http:// shyness.meetup.com/353/.

• Tourette Syndrome Association of Texas katy support group - meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month @ 7 PM at Christus St. Catherine Annex Hospital, 2nd floor, classroom B, 701 Fry Road. For further info., please contact the support group leaders, Daryl and Barbara Brister 281-395-5392 or email darbar4@comcast.net.

• Palmer Drug Abuse Program (PDAP) - For Ages 12 to 17, call 281-870-9311 or for ages 17 to 25, call 713-647-8858.

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

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

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

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The publisher assumes no liability with regard to its advertisers for misprints or failure to place advertising in this publication except for the actual cost of such advertising.

• The Arc of Katy - members are encouraged to attend The Board of Directors meetings at 7:15 PM on the first Thursday night of each month, at The Katy Christian Ministries Administration Building, 5011 East 5th Street, Katy, TX. Please visit www.thearcofkaty.org or call 832-754-9802 or 832-888-9265 for additional info.

• Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) - meets every Saturday. For times and locations, please see our website at www.foodaddicts.org or call 281-392-8914.

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

• DRUG AND ALCOHOLISM FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP - meets at Radical Recovery, 21811 Katy Freeway, D-110 Katy (behind Discount Tire), every Wednesday night from 7 – 8 PM. For more info., call 713-632-5237.

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

• Katy Essential Tremor Support Group - meets the first Thursday of each month, at the Heritage Grand Clubhouse, 25125 North Heritage Grand Circle, in Katy at 4:00 PM. For info., contact Betty Ann Schwarz at 281-347-2194 or email schwarzrb@comcast.net.

• Katy ADHD parent group - meets on the 2nd Sunday of every month, in room S201, at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd. from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. For more info., contact Laura Peddicord at 281-392-6064 or laurapeddicord@comcast.net.

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

• st. peter’s united Methodist church support groups – We offer many different types of groups. For more info., call 281492-8031. Located at 20775 Kingsland Blvd.

• Christ Clinic - No Insurance? Need medical treatment? Let us help. Christ Clinic located at 5504 First St., Katy, Texas 77493 (Next-Door to Katy Christian Ministries), 281-391-0190.

• Holy Covenant United Methodist Church weekly Support Groups - Grief and Divorce care support groups. For more info., www.holycov.org or call the church 281-579-1200.

• CROSSPOINT COMMUNITY CHURCH - Celebrate Recovery meets every Wednesday from 6:30 – 8:30 PM. This is a free ongoing meeting, open to the public. For more info., go to www.crosspt.org/ classes or call 281-398-6464.

• Katy/West Houston Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Meetup Group – monthly meetings provide info. and support for sufferers/families regarding any of these or related disorders. 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 info. and meeting schedule.

• Hopekeepers - 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. • Lifeway International - an early enthusiastic substance abuse recovery program for adolescents, young adults and adults and their families, meets every Wednesday at 7:30 PM at Grace Fellowship UMC, 2655 S. Mason Rd, Katy. For more information call 713-270-6753.

Although every effort is taken to avoid mistakes and/or misprints in this publication the publisher assumes no responsibility for any errors of information or typographical mistakes, except as limited to the cost of advertising as stated above or in the case of misinformation, a printed retraction/correction.

PARENT’S (MOM’S) & CHILDREN’S GROUPS, ORGANIZATIONS, CLUBS, ETC .

Under no circumstances shall the publisher be held liable for incidental or consequential damages, inconvenience, loss of business or services, or any other liabilities from failure to publish, or from failure to publish in a timely manner, except as limited to liabilities stated above.

• LA LECHE LEAGUE OF KATY AND WEST HOUSTON - Methodist West Houston Hospital, 18500 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77094.

Daytime Meetings 1st Wed. of month, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, Evening Meetings, 4th Mon. of month, 7:00-8:45 PM. For further info., please call: Susan 281-829-6833, Maria 832-606-9932 (Spanish).

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

Childcare provided for a minimal cost. For more info, call Faye at 713-465-3408 x 1007.

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Katy Moms In PRAYER International group - For info., please contact Leslie Power at 281-392-2357 or visit the Moms In Prayer website at www.MomsInPrayer.org.

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

• Katy Parents of Gifted and Talented Support group (KPGT) - an advocacy organization dedicated to promoting quality educational services for the gifted students in the school district.

Visit our website at www.kpgt.org for a printable membership form.

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

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

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

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

• MEMORIAL HERMANN KATY HOSPITAL - offers parenting classes, for info. call 713-222-CARE. • West Houston Medical Center - offers parenting classes.

To inquire or register, please call 281-588-8065.

POLITICAL INTEREST GROUPS:

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

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

• Katy Area Democrats - meets 3rd Tuesday of the month at Briarchester club house at 7:00 PM. For info., contact Pat Darwish 281-647-0986, visit ww.katydemocrats.org or email atydems@hotmail.com.

• Katy Mommy Patriots - moms meeting to join the fight to protect our children’s future by getting involved in community and political events. Meets twice a month. For more info., call Kelly Horsley 281-858-8830 or Martha Mathis 832-321-4854.

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rotary clubs: • The Rotary Club of Katy Sunrise (RCKS) - meets every Tuesday morning, at 7:00 AM, for breakfast at The Club at Falcon Point, guests and visitors welcome. For more info. visit www. katysunriserotary.com.

• The Rotary Club of Katy - meets each Thursday, noon to 1:00 PM, at Hasta La Pasta, 1450 Grand Parkway, Suite E. For more info., call 281-392-0045 or www.katyrotary.com.

• WEST HOUSTON ROTARY CLUB - Tuesdays, 12:15 PM, West Houston Omni, North Eldridge at Katy Freeway. 281-627-0662. toastmasters: • Katy Toastmasters - meets the first three Thursdays of each month at 7:30 PM at The Carriage Inn, 1400 Katy-Flewellen Road (I-10 south and Pin Oak Road). Visitors are welcome! Contact Jody White at 713-308-3842 or jody-white@consolidated.net or visit our website at http://katy.freetoasthost.org/. business/networking: • West Houston’s (CBMC) Christian Businessmen Committee - meet at various times and places. For more info call Houston Metro Office 713-688-4343 or visit www.houston.cbmc. com or www.cbmc.com/index.htm.

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

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

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

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A Brief History of St Patrick’s Day The story of St. Patrick’s Day begins around 385 A.D. with a man named Maewyn, who at age 16, was sold into slavery, which brought him closer to God. He managed to escape slavery and headed to a monastery in Gaul to study, where he adopted the Christian name “Patrick.” For the next 30 years, he traveled throughout the country, setting up monasteries and converting the natives. After his death in 461 (on March 17th), he was declared a saint.

So what happened from there? The first St. Patrick’s Day Parade was in America in New York City in 1762, not Ireland, and consisted of Irish soldiers in the English military marching through the city. This was a chance for the soldiers to reconnect with their heritage.

Ireland, on the other hand, does not have such a long history of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. This changed around 1995, when the government made a push to use St. Patrick’s Day as a way to drive tourism and to showcase Ireland to the rest of the world. Parades and celebrations are now common in Ireland around this day (in fact, their celebrations last several days) and some one million people took part in last year’s festivities in Dublin.

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So wherever you are, whether you’re Irish or not, get out there and enjoy the day!

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Beautiful corded green (sage/hunter) fabric sofa. Has only been used 6 mos. non smoker. Is in excellent condition and is very comfortable. Asking $375.

Call 281 650-2492.

Gorgeous round dining room solid pine pedestal table with 6 antique side chairs.

Superb condition. 46” round extends to 74” oval. This eclectic set will add style to your dining room. Pictures available, $1,150. 832-723-3384.

GE white 10 cycle front load dryer, excellent condition, 5 yrs old, $350.

281-787-1205.

Black 90 gallon Aquarium. Includes canopy, tank, stand and filtration system. For Pictures: rhea.prevost@yahoo.com.

Olhausen Provincial 4x8 Oak Pool Table, 3 piece slate top, green felt. Price includes balls, oak triangle ball rack, oak 9 ball rack, 6 cues, bridge wall caddy and overhead light. Asking $1500. 281-859-3598.

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Sliding mirror doors (one pair) for a wardrobe or closet, each door is 39 “W x 79”H, together the doors will be good for a 78”W X 79”H wardrobe or closet, comes with upper and bottom alum guide rails, the doors are similar to IKEA PAX MALM ward robe article # 900-745-72, picture available, asking $205. Contact School8007@aol.com.

AUTOMOTIVE

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 281855-9030.

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. 281-455-5543.

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

1998 Suzuki 1500 Intruder, $3,550. Call for details 281-726-4305 Pat.

WANTED

Wanted: To buy Rolex watches. 281-414-3597.

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March 2012

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HELP WANTED - CARE Happy singing special needs girl (11) seeks friend 18 years old or older to come to our home (West Katy) and play with her this summer for 15 hours a week and occasionally during the school year. No special skills required - only a smiling face and loving heart. Great for college students or grandma’s. Call Terri 281-732-5995.

Live in caregiver for elderly ambulatory female. Must be mature female, non smoker 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.

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

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

Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff. Must have experience working in a licensed child care facility, be flexible and dependable and have a passion for early childhood education. Call 281-401-9828 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.

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.

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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.

281-646-9928.

PETS FOR SALE Beautiful, playful, happy miniature Schnauzer puppies for sale. 281-492-1618.

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LOST & FOUND

Lost Cat: $$ REWARD$$ Named “Tube” blue gray silky fur, one missing front tooth, one chipped front tooth, current immunizations, microchipped.

‘TUBE’ has been a member of our family for 10 years and we miss him. If you see our precious cat ‘Tube,’ please call us right away and we will come pick him up. He’s shy around strangers and will probably run from you if you approach him. However, if you have a way with animals, you may be able to sweet talk him into your home. Thank you for your help. Call anytime, 713306-0805 (Carole) or 417-773-3795 (Bob).

HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE

Student Housing UTSA. This 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home provided positive cash flow and free housing for my daughter while attending UTSA. Walking distance to campus keeps your gasoline bill low as well. Located in the Maverick Creek subdivision and priced to sell at $140,000. Please contact via email barkerbrogle@gmail.com or call 281-217-3840.

TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES

Aruba Marriott Timeshare. July 15-22. oceanview, 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, dining room, living room, 3 TV’s. Sleeps up to 8. New, beautiful. Great children’s and adult activities. Kiddie pool with slide, several pools with lazy river. Great for 2 families to share. Best offer 713-594-2788.

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

Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar Creek Cabin, new 2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front porch, satellite TV, beautiful views, abundant wildlife, Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park, sleeps 8. Call 866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more information.

NOVENA

Affordable student housing in San Antonio is priced to sell at only $120,000, this 3 Bedroom 2.5 bath house located close to the Medical Center and on the UTSA bus route. Just completed renovations including new kitchen cabinets and counter tops, new bathroom cabinets, new 6 panel doors, new carpet, fresh paint throughout and more! Email jjp.1215@hotmail.com or call 281-217-2240.

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.

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.

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

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March 2012

HELPFUL NUMBERS HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATION PRINICIPAL MANAGEMENT GROUP/HOUSTON 11000 Corporate centre dr., suite 150, houston, tx. 77041 713-329-7100 www.pmghouston.com Community manager:cindy nghiem 713-329-7100 Fax: 713-456-2528 c.nghiem@pmghouston.com • All exterior improvements and/or additions require the HOA’s approval prior to the start of the work. The HOA has 30 days to review any application for home improvement.

• Contact the HOA for questions, requests and/or concerns on deed restrictions, pool/tennis court, exterior improvement (such as landscaping, fencing, etc.) garbage collection, architectural review and any other related information.

• Garage sales prohibited unless express written permission has been granted by the HOA. Please give 30 days notice to the HOA. POLICE/FIRE Emergency 911 Fort Bend County Sheriff non-emergency 281-342-6116 281-341-4665 Katy Volunteer Fire Dept.

281-391-2300 Alarms only Schools www.katyisd.org KISD Administration KISD Transportation Rylander Elementary Cinco Ranch Jr. High Cinco Ranch High School

281-396-6000 281-396-7560 281-237-8300 281-237-7300 281-237-7000

Libraries Ft. Bend Co. Cinco Ranch George Memorial Mamie George Maude Marks

281-395-1311 281-342-4455 281-491-8086 281-492-8592

Community YMCA 281-392-5055 VFW 281-391-4872 Fort Bend Co. Court House 281-342-3411 William B. Travis Building 281-342-3411 Jane Long Annex 281-342-3411 Katy Chamber of Commerce 281-828-1100 Utilities/Post Office 713-659-2111 Centerpoint Gas Reliant energy 713-207-7777 Power Outage 713-207-2222 Municipal District Services, LLC 281-290-6507 24-hour emergencies 281-290-6503 Consolidated Communications 1-866-989-2255 TRASH PICKUP*/Recycling Best Trash 281-313-2378 • Pick-up Days Tues.-Fri.

Comcast Communications 713-341-1000 Katy - Park Row Post Office 1-800-275-8777 Dept. of Public Safety 713-465-8462 Poison Control 1-800/222-1222 Medical Memorial Hermann katy Hospital MH/Katy Rehabilitation Christus St. Catherine

281-644-7000 281-579-5555 281-599-5700

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