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BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY: MAKE IT A PRIORITY
As parents prepare for the start of a new school year, teaching children how to be safer needs to be at the top of their list of things to do. An analysis by the National Center for Missing & Exploited children safe by following these ten tips:
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Elementary – Lunch price increases by .10¢, from $1.80 to $1.90. Junior High – Maintains current price of $2. High School – Lunch price increases by .25¢, from $2 to $2.25. The price increase maintains district compliance with the USDA policy and affects the pricing on approximately 46% of all lunch meals.
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During a special meeting following the May 21st regular meeting, Katy ISD’s Board of Trustees recognized the dedication and community service of its two outgoing members Robert Shaw and Neal Howard. Retiring board member Shaw has served on the Board of Trustees since 1997 and outgoing member Howard has served since 2009.
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KISD TRAINERS AWARDED SPORTS MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIPS
Three local student athletic trainers were recently awarded Sports Medicine scholarships from Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital. Jarrell Beckett, Morton Ranch High School; School and Victoria Costilla, Katy High School. Each of these recent graduates received $1,000 in programs throughout their high school years. Beckett will attend Prairie View and Costilla will attend Texas Tech University.
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Spartans Out Serving is a student volunteer organization founded by parents in 2005. This organization strives to educate, empower and inspire the student members to volunteer and serve others. The members learn the community. During the past year, over 1,200 members reported 30,500 community service hours. They have volunteered here at school, throughout Katy and the Houston area, the United States and around the world.
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Natalie Chen served 535 hours during her time in Spartans Out Serving (SOS). Natalie’s most meaningful volunteer experience was working with children at the Chinese Community Center in Houston through their summer youth Program. She plans to continue to volunteer when she begins her journey at UT Austin. Rachel Fallin served 275 hours during her time in SOS. Community Service changed her life when she became a camera operator at Second Baptist church and she knew she wanted to seen by thousands was profound. Jane Weber served 401 hours during her time in SOS. Jane has volunteered in various activities with a focus on working with children and giving them a good role model, especially with the DARE and Power organizations. From that experience Jane plans to become a teacher and a mother. Matthew Williamson served 165.5 hours during his time in SOS. His most meaningful volunteer experience was on mission trip to Nicaragua in 2011 when he worked with the House of Hope organization. Through volunteering, Matthew has become aware of the pain and suffering in the world and plans to continue volunteering wherever he may go.
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Kenzie Buchanan served 287.6 hours during her time in SOS. The most meaningful volunteer experience was when she went to New Orleans for a week mission with her family in the aftermath out the community. Kimberly “Komal” Agarwal served 154.5 hours during her time in SOS. Komal’s most memorable volunteer experience was at Katy Visual and Performing Art Center as a teacher’s assistant while using her artistic skills. Nicole Yost served 498 hours during her time in SOS. The most meaningful experience Nikki had was building a ramp for a wheelchair bound man through UM Army. She learned skills to be a well-equipped independent homeowner one day as well as touching the life of someone who was prisoner in his own home. Nikki plans to continue contributing to her community wherever she goes.
SOS AWARD WINNERS: FRESHMEN - JUNIOR AWARDS, 2011 - 2012 SCHOOL YEAR
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Sophomores - Matthew Gulick, Kiran Makhnejia, Jack Weber and Caitlyn Mortus. Juniors - Angela Camille, Piper Argo, Mark Melton and Kent Cho.
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We also have one student that really represented what Spartans Out Serving is all about - serving our community. She brought a new program, “Milk for Many” to Seven Lakes, which collects unused milk, juice and chips at lunch and delivers them to the Katy Christian Ministries Food Bank each day. Our 2011- 2012 Spartans Out Serving MVP is Melissa Keckley.
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Sports West Houston Girls softball association reGistration
West Houston Girls Softball Association invites you to come join the fun! Registration is now OPEN for our Fall 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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Katy Girls softball association fall ball reGistration August 4, 2012: Academy at 9 AM-2 PM August 11, 2012: Academy at 9 AM-2 PM August 16, 2012: Academy at 6 PM-8:30 PM REGISTRATION FEE: $75 8 Game Season + EOS Tournament Online registration starts in August! Season starts October 6, 2012 Visit our website: kgsa.org or call 281-391-6890
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Katy Pony Baseball for ages 4-17, co-ed, will be registering for the 2012 Fall on the following dates and locations: ACADEMY SPORTS AND OuTDOORS AT I-10 AND GRAND PARKWAY : 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM : 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM FROzEN ROPES BASEBALL INSTRuCTION-KATY TExAS AT 20000 PARK ROW : 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Or register online at www.katyponybaseball.org .
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Registration is open for summer sports camps and fall Flag Football, Basketball and Soccer leagues in Katy! i9 Sports is the #1 provider of youth sports leagues, camps and instructional clinics in the country for kids ages 3-14. We focus on fun, skills and sportsmanship with a commitment to safety. Summer camp registration is going on now and fall leagues start September 22nd. For more information, please visit www.i9sports.com or call 281-398PLAY (7529).
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Men’S oUtward Flag Football Come join men 18 yrs. and older for our men’s Outward Flag Football league coming this fall at Bear Creek Baptist Church. Bear Creek is located on Fry Rd and west Little York. Practice/Games will be on Saturday afternoons around 2:00 PM. The league will have a tournament at the conclusion of the season. Evaluations for all players will be September 11th and 13th from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM and the 15th from 10 AM - 12 PM. These will take place October 13th and season concludes on November 10th with a tournament. For more information call 281-859-9900 and ask for Linda Newhouse or Scott Denton or email us at linda.newhouse@bcstaff.org or Scott.denton@bcstaff.org You can register online at bearcreekchurch.tv/sports and look in middle of page for registrations in red for Outward Flag Football.
Upward SoCCer, Upward Flag Football & Cheerleading at bear Creek baptiSt ChUrCh Bear Creek Baptist Church is offering Upward Soccer, Flag Football and Cheerleading this Fall. Our address is 5901 N. Fry Rd. in Katy, Texas 77449. We will be having Upward Soccer for children 4 yrs. by Sept. 1, 2012 through 6th Grade. Our Flag Football and Cheerleading will be for children in K this year through 6th Grade. Register began in July. Our evaluations start before the start of school. You can register on line at www.bearcreekchurch.tv/ sports Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM and Friday 8:00 AM-12:00 PM. Each child needs to attend an evaluation, not for the whole two hours but for about 20 minutes. Evaluations will be Tuesday and Thursday, September 4th and 6th from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM in the back behind our parking lot. On Saturday, September 8th We will be holding a clinic for the league on Saturday, September 22nd from
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the individual gifts instead of the fact they are given for the sake of the whole church. Come and help us celebrate “the church” in our new church building! Visit www.trinity-katy.org for more information. Bible Study for all ages: 9:30 am - Worship: 10:45 am.
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Congregation Or ami, West Houston’s only Conservative synagogue, invites interested families to play miniature golf and learn about the synagogue on Sunday, August 19th, from 5:00 to 7:00 Pm at Katy miniature Golf & Batting Cages, 2482 South mason Road (77450), between Highland Knolls Dr. and Cinco Ranch Blvd. With an energetic, engaging rabbi, a welcoming community spirit and an innovative religious school curriculum, Congregation Or ami is located at 3443 Wilcrest Dr. (just south of Richmond ave.). Religious school sessions are held on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings. 4300 or visit www.oramihouston.org - the congregation on the Web.
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graCe FeLLowSHiP UmC iS oFFering Jr. HigH SmaLL groUPS in YoUr neigHBorHood!
Grace Fellowship UmC is offering Junior High Small Groups in your friendships? Is he/she looking for a place to belong? Is he/she bored after school? Looking for something to do after dinner? Seeking guidance? Or simply looking for a place to meet up with friends each week? If so, we have just the place for your child! Starting the week of September 9th-14th and throughout the school year, we’ll be offering Junior High Small Groups at a variety of times and locations. We hope your child will choose to come check us out! Then, groups are a great opportunity for students to build deeper relationships with each other and with Christ! Details available at www.whatisgrace.org/content. cfm?id=379 or by calling 281-646-1903, ext. 128.
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momS in PraYer internationaL BaCK to SCHooL eVent moms and grandmothers are invited to a time of prayer and to learn more about moms In Prayer International, a Christian prayer ministry where women gather to pray for children and schools. The 1st Day of School event will be held on Monday, August 27, 2012 from 9:30-10:30 am at Second Baptist Church, West Campus, 19449 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX. Childcare will be available for our prayer time. RSVP for childcare, contact andrea Oliver 832321-4131 for childcare. If no answer, leave message with ages of children.
or more moms gather together to pray for children and schools. moms will experience how to replace anxiety and fear with peace and joy by praying
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Join us for a prayer, coffee and fellowship 10 am to 11:30 am La madeleine’s 23322 mercantile Parkway, Katy, TX (Grand Parkway and I-10) Bring a friend and don’t forget to bring your Bible. 2012 Prayer Connection dates: August 9th September 13th th th October 11th The Katy Christian Women’s Connection (KCWC) hosted a prayer coffee on June 14th at La madeleine’s in Katy. The ladies enjoyed the fellowship, sharing and prayers of the women in attendance. Joanne Dyer shared her
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Katy aglow Aglow International is a global, trans-denominational Christian organization. More than 200,000 Aglow members meet together each month through local fellowships. At the monthly gatherings there is time to meet and visit with friends, enjoy corporate worship and prayer, and hear from a guest speaker. Many of the ladies share lunch afterwards. You are most cordially invited to attend the Katy Aglow group. You will be glad you did. Meeting: 4th Tuesday of each month Place: Church on the Rock. 433 S. Barker Cypress, Houston, TX 77094 (Dir: 1-10 Exit Barker Cypress Rd., go south 3 blocks to corner of Barker Cypress at Kingsland Blvd.) CONTACT:www.katyaglow.com for guest speaker and group information www.aglow.org for information about Aglow International
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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 Wednesdays at 7:00 PM - North Cinco Ranch Thursdays at 7:00 PM - Silver Ranch For more information, call 713-705-4878.
“for tHe BetterMent of tHe world” BaHa’i faitH of fort Bend County Please join us for an informal devotional gathering, where we share music, prayers and inspirational readings taken from the major religions of the world, in an environment of unity and harmony. The Word of God, say the Baha’i Writings, provides inspiration, rejuvenates souls, gladdens hearts and renews one’s sense of purpose. The devotional is held on the 2nd Sunday of each month, from 4-5 PM and will be followed by a sharing of thoughts, ideas and ways to apply spiritual principles to one’s day-to-day affairs. Refreshments will be served. For details on the location or for answers to any other questions you may have, please call the Baha’i Faith of Fort Bend County at 281-395-9026.
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At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown Katy, “BINGo� is being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except Holidays. Doors open at 7:00 PM, games start at 7:15 PM with four Early Bird games.
Game Day - Meet with us every Wednesday in the Crawford Fellowship Hall from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM as we fellowship around the table playing Chicken Foot, Scrabble, Cards, etc. Bring a sack lunch (drinks provided) and we will eat together at noon. Group Exercise Class - The exercise class for adults 55+ meets every Wednesday at 8:45 AM for 45 minutes of exercise led by Christy Kennedy, folks who are strengthening and conditioning their body for the long haul. Regardless of your present condition, Christy will help you improve while
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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For more information, contact Mike Kelley at 281-492-0785. Kingsland Baptist Church is located at 20555 Kingsland Blvd. We are located across from Taylor High School Tennis Courts. For more information, you can visit us online at www.kingsland.org
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. 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.
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Fall Craft Shows Westside ChurCh of the NazareNe
“Crafts with a Mission” Craft show, September 15, 2012, 9:00 aM to 4:00 pM at the Westside Church of the Nazarene, 3434 N. Fry Road. Outdoor vendor spots are still available. Email annetta at terryannetta@sbcglobal.net for more information and the forms.
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The festival will be on Saturday, November 17, 2012 from 10 aM to 4 pM, providing fun for all including craft booths offering handmade crafts. We are currently taking applications from craft vendors. Contact Sue Earl at
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Visit the st. Mary’s fall gift Market!
On September 28th and 29th, from 9 aM to 3 pM, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church is hosting its annual Fall Gift Market. This is the ideal event to kick off your holiday shopping and decorating! The convenient location at the corner of Louetta Road and N. Eldridge parkway makes it easy to shop the
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please join the St. Edith Stein Catholic community for our Founders’ Day Festival on Saturday, October 6th from 11 aM to 10 pM. There will be fun
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The dinner will be held Saturday, August 11, 2012, 6:30 - 9 PM at St. Bartholomew Parish Hall, 5356 Eleventh Street, Katy, TX 77493. Dinner tickets are $25 per person or $175 for a reserved table for 8 people. Sponsorships are available at several levels, beginning at $125.
Keep Kids Connected currently has a program called “Cans for a Cure� where aluminum beverage cans are collected and recycled and the proceeds are used to purchase computers and for pediatric cancer research. Donate your aluminum cans every 2nd Saturday (next one - August 12th) from 9 aM - 12 PM at Tradition Bank 550 Pin Oak, Katy, 77494.
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2 months to 18 years of age at Bear Creek Community Center, 3055 Bear Creek Dr., Houston, TX 77084. The program will be held on Wednesday, August 1st from 10:00 aM to 2:00 PM. Please bring all of your children’s shot records - child must be accompanied by an adult. Please call for reservations 281-859-1566.
MEMORIAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF KATy BLOOD DRIvE Memorial Lutheran Church of Katy, located at 5810 Third Street will be conducting their quarterly Blood Drive on August 7, 2012, from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM, in the Loomis Center. Walk-ins are welcome. Refreshments 391-0171.
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Lace up your combat boots and join our Boot Camp this summer, Through August 15th new friends and having lots of fun under the son! Activities are for children Tuesday Bible studies, as well as Wednesday summer Daze with Pizazz Field trips ($25 each trip). Visit our website thefellowship.org for more information. The Fellowship at Cinco Ranch 22765 Westheimer Parkway, Katy.
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This summer, the HFAC Actors Academy is offering 37 different 1 and 3-week performing arts camps for grades 1-12. HFAC camps run through August 26, 2012 and feature acting, singing and dance instruction as well as performance opportunities in musicals, dramas and comedies - especially designed for kids and teens! The HFAC Actors Academy 3-week Musical Theatre Performance Camps for grades 1-3 and 4-6 are A Year with Frog and Toad, Disney’s Cinderella Kids, Jack and the giant, and Disney’s The Jungle Book Kids. HFAC is offering twelve 1-week camps for grades 1-6 that include Acting Up, Imagination Theatre, Triple Threat Fun, The Lights of Broadway, Nail that Audition, Disney Magic, Mix-up Melodrama, Musical Theatre song & Dance, Fractured Fairy Tales, Actors Workshop, When You Wish Upon a star and so You Want to be a Pop star. HFAC has numerous performance opportunities for teens in grades 7-12 including a 4-week performance camp for 42nd street, a 1-week Triple Threat Boot Camp, a 1-week Jazz Intensive, a 2-week performance camp for Lend Me a Tenor and a 3-week performance camp for the gilbert & sullivan favorite The Pirates of Penzance. All camps include two complimentary tickets to the show, a camp t-shirt, a script, costumes and other needed materials.
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DECIBELLES (A BArBErShop ChoruS) We are a ladies daytime chorus with approximately 30 members. We have been performing in the Houston area for over 30 years. We sing old favorites and contemporary tunes arranged in the barbershop style. The four parts creating the barbershop sound are Tenor, Lead, Baritone and Bass. We rehearse Friday mornings from 10:30 am to 12:30 Pm at the Treemont Retirement Center located at 2501 Westerland, off Westheimer and Gessner. We love to have visitors and even more when you decide to join our chorus. For additional information, please call Pat at 281-497-4904 or decibelle@comcast.net (email).
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We perform two types of shows each year. Currently we are singing a selection of patriotic songs, Johnny mathis’ “Chances are,” Perry Como’s “Hot Diggity Dog” and other fun tunes. you’ll be singing along with us before you know it. Our Christmas show includes old favorites, but also includes new fun tunes with props, narratives and choreography. We’ll begin preparing that program in October and book performances for the . Come visit any Friday and see how much fun you can have with us.
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ADULTS BOOK DIScUSSIOn cLUBS - The Library hosts two book clubs that meet monthly. The Evening Book Club meets on the at 7 PM. The Afternoon Book Club meets on the at 1 PM. If you are interested in joining either discussion group, extra copies of the books are available at the library. There are no dues and new members are welcome! JUST DeSSeRTS MYSTeRY BOOK cLUB - This summer, the library will be hosting a new book club for your enjoyment. During the month of August, we will be discussing Alone by Lisa Gardner on Wednesday, August 1st at 2 PM. If you are interested in joining this discussion group, extra copies of the book are available at the library. There are no dues and new members are welcome! ADULT SUMMeR ReADIng PROgRAM BegInS! Get a Clue! All adults ages 18 and up are invited to participate in the Harris County Public Library summer reading program. This summer, read four books by August 11th and
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- Community Lay Responder: Cost is $30 (Check or money order only & No Refunds). This class is on at 12:30 pm-5:30 pm. Includes Adult CpR with AED, for Harris County Resident and those who reside with the Katy City Limits, for those who reside outside Harris County or the City Limits of Katy.
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concentration, stress reduction. , 9:00 Am - 10:30 Am. - The American Society of Karate has classes for ages 6 years and up. For more information call Steven Sides at 832-498-3666 or email askhck@yahoo.com. must register for each session. , 6:00 pm7:00 pm -Junior class 6-12 years and , 7:00 pm-8:00 pm- Senior class 13 & up
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20501 Katy Frwy * Suite 112 * Katy, Tx 77450 with their assigned child. We desperately need loving and caring mentors for boys and girls that do not have anyone visiting them! Please consider devoting just one hour a week to the future of a needy child, many times you are their only visitors. Contact Jan Sadler Gibbs at jan.gibbs@hcjpd.hctx.net or 713-295-2779.
Pregnancy HelP center seeks new volunteers Invest your time by volunteering with Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston educating and supporting men and women in making healthy choices for life in sexual integrity, unplanned pregnancy and post-abortion loss. Volunteer opportunities include mentoring, facilitating small groups, administrative assistance, medical services, donation room and development. Discover your calling!
Therapeutic horseback riding creates a bond of success between the rider and their horse. Volunteers are their own personal cheering section and the instructor is their mentor and coach. Clients become more empowered and better equipped to fully live their lives, each day. To volunteer, please call one of our arenas and ask to speak with a volunteer coordinator. SIRESpring, call 281-353-6160. SIREHockley, call 281-3567588. SIRE Fort Bend at Sienna Stables, call 281-431-1741.
volunteers needed at autuMn grove cottage Do you enjoy spending time with seniors? Autumn Grove Cottage is an
For information inquire through the web site vsc@phckaty.org or call 281578-0078, Volunteer Services Coordinator. The Pregnancy Help Center of
We are a small cottage, close to your neighborhood, with just 16 Residents.
sIre, Houston’s tHeraPeutIc equestrIan centers
the Volunteer Coordinator at 281-398-6845 or visit our website www. autumngrovecottage.com Residents and those who love and care for them.” Volunteers will need to complete a volunteer application and attend a brief training session.
The only time our clients say they feel free is when they’re riding a horse in a brisk walk around the arena or driving a carriage through the wooded
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glad to see you, my friend.”
Fond Memories and Treasured Traditions Start Here…Enrich lives through
Nothing else can compare with therapy on horseback. Equine-assisted activities improve physical balance and coordination, mental acuity, emotional stability and social interactions. At SIRE, we see miracles on horseback happen every day. The work of our dedicated volunteers helps guarantee that children and adults with disabilities in the Greater Houston Area will have the programs they need to live longer, healthier, more productive lives.
Ausborn, Activity and Volunteer Coordinator, for opportunities and details, at 281-240-0500 or email cinco-ranch.avc@sunriseseniorliving.com. Sunrise Katy, Texas 77450. We have partnered with Disney and the Helping Hands Network, please inquire to learn how you could qualify for tickets to Disney! For more information, visit our website at www.sunriseseniorliving.com.
In addition to their weekly work in the arena, many of our volunteers donate their time and talents at fund-raising events such as our annual Ride-A-Thon
Meet with other local people who will gather and discuss/plan community
vital to our Clients’ successes at the Top Hands Horse Show, during the
or visit http://volunteerism.meetup.com/230.
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Houston CHildren’s CHarity
Join a group of people dedicated to improving the lives of children. If you are searching for a good cause to lend a hand to, you need look no further. to improving the quality of life for underprivileged, abused and disabled children who have been otherwise left behind. The scope of our support is limited only by the availability of resources. Our goal, the rainbow that we chase, is to leave no legitimate request for assistance unanswered. Do you have the time and desire to volunteer to help a great cause? We are always in need of volunteers to help throughout the year. This is a great way for school age kids to get in community service hours. Do you have gently used children’s clothing, shoes and jackets? At Houston Children’s Charity we are setting up the “HCC Closet.” All of the items donated will be given to or visit our website www.houstonchildrenscharity.org for more information on
standuP For Kids
How would you feel if you saved a kid’s life? StandUp For Kids is an all kids through volunteer outreach efforts. Our volunteers search the streets in 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 of homeless youth in the U.S. StandUp For Kids needs supplies for our Houston program, which provides food, clothing, counseling and a safe environment for the homeless youth of 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.
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Armed Forces. Adopt A US Soldier is sustained by its volunteer workforce located across the United States. After a supporter asked a soldier what they needed, his response was as follows: “No requests, just don’t want to be forgotten.” -LCPL O.J.T. III When registering for Adopt A US Soldier your involvement can range from writing letters and sending postcards, to mailing care packages full of items a soldier may need or want. Handwritten letters are most important and meaningful to soldiers. Adopt A US Soldier encourages civilians to adopt country. If interested, please go to www.adoptaussoldier.org to register.
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little free time? Do you enjoy the company of seniors? We would love to have you volunteer your time and services to our wonderful residents. Spanish
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VOLUNTEERS WANTED AT BUCKNER HOSPICE OF HOUSTON
Buckner Hospice of Houston is in need of volunteers. We offer many different Please contact Toni Cruse Volunteer Coordinator at 281-493-6800 or 713918-9320 for more information.
THE THOmAS A. GLAzIER SENIOR EDUCATION CENTER HAS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
KATY QUILTERS NEEDS HELP FOR CHARITIES
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Come see Katy’s own Professional Super Middleweight Prospect go for his second consecutive KO Victory in September.
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Community Groups Support & Help Groups
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pALMER dRuG ABuSE pRoGRAM (pdAp)
KATY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES
HARRIS CouNTY WIC pRoGRAM
THE CoMpASSIoNATE FRIENdS (TCF)
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For more information, call 713-443-9319 or email loriegreen21@gmail.com Sign up for a FREE Team Beachbody account at www.beachbodycoach.com/LauraGreen DRUG AND ALCOHOLISM FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Wednesday HOMe eNCOURAGeMeNT
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oung Moms…come share with us. Visit online at www.whatisgrace.org/ibloom. Grace Fellowship UMC, 2655 S Mason in Katy. - This group is down to earth and drama free. Learn more at www.meetup.com/Real-Moms-of-Katy. - come run AMOK with us! Contact membership at allmomsofkaty@gmail.com to get involved. - group to support working moms in the Katy area Charlene Taylor charleneetaylor@yahoo.com, 281-235-3043 or http:// groups.yahoo.com/group/workingmomsofkaty. - For info., please contact Leslie Power at 281-392-2357 or visit the Moms In Prayer website at www.MomsInPrayer.org. - meets the 2 at 7:00 PM at The Church of Holy Apostles located at 1225 West Grand Parkway S. For more info., please email membership@ kapom.org or visit our website www.kapom.org.
Community & Commerce Groups - 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. – For more info., contact Susan at 281-633-2277 or BurgerBizInc@aol.com. - meets 3 of the month at Briarchester club house at 7:00 PM. For info., contact Pat Darwish 281-6470986, visit ww.katydemocrats.org or email atydems@hotmail.com.
- offers parenting classes, for
children’s future by getting involved in community and political events. Meets . For more info., call Kelly Horsley 281-858-8830 or Martha Mathis 832-321-4854. : - meets every at 7:00 AM, for breakfast at The Club at Falcon Point, guests and visitors welcome. For more info. visit www.katysunriserotary.com. - meets , noon to 1:00 PM, at Hasta La Pasta, 1450 Grand Parkway, Suite E. For more info., call 281392-0045 or www.katyrotary.com. 12:15 PM, West Houston Omni, North Eldridge at Katy Freeway. 281-627-0662. - meets the at 7:30 PM at Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union, 25525 Katy Mills Parkway, Katy, TX 77494. We are located behind Katy Mills Mall near Pin Oak Road. Visitors are welcome! Visit our website at http://katy.freetoasthost.org/ - meets at 11:45 AM at NACE, 1440 South Creek Dr, Houston, 77084, telephone 281-228-6287. For more info. on Toastmasters, go to www.toastmasters.org. - meets morning from 7 - 8 AM in the Fulbright Tower located at 1301 McKinney. For more info., contact Ed Young at edyoung2@hotmail.com.
- offers parenting classes. To inquire or register, please call 281-588-8065.
713-688-4343 or visit www.houston.cbmc.com or www.cbmc.com/index.htm.
- 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. meets the 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. - 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. 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. - We are a 501(c)3 non-
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Classified Ads FOR SALE Solid wood, mahogany breakfast table w/ inlaid tile top, 4 chairs, 39”x63”x30”H, 5 years old, good condition, $150. 713-466-3905. Solid wood antique dining room table with beautiful spiral legs. Draw leaves store underneath table and extend the size from 3’3” x 5’3” to 8’8”. Very solid, good condition, $400. 281-693-2406. Universal sewing machine, w/ cabinet, $20; tricycle, $5; child’s push around buggy, $5; child’s alphabet train, $5; First Year’s potty, $2; safety top bed rail, $10. Call 281-856-0592. Large bird cage, complete with many toys, very good condition, new - very expensive, used $415. Child, teen, adult operated game counting machine, enhances counting, math skills, $250. 281-650-2403.
Hate eating veggies? Acts like a salad; Tastes like dessert. Only $4 a day
Solid wood decorative display cabinet, dark stain, good condition, $150. 281463-8655.
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$350; computer table, $30; water bed cover, $10. Call 281-550-6308.
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Kawai organ, KL4, used less than 30 hours, $2,500. 281-392-8034.
Have questions? Email loriegreen21@gmail.com Black & Decker electric lawn equipment: cordless push mower, cordless string trimmer and edger, cordless blower, $275 for all. 281-656-8999.
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extras. Paid $1,200, but will sell for $300. Any info call, 832-715-6481. Yamaha keyboard, played once, paid $375, sell $175. 281-599-0332. Custom white, faux wood blinds for sale. 3 - 40x70, 5 - 34x58, 1 sink window 34x40, 1 door window 23x40. $40 each or best offer. Call 281-463-1175.
pully system & over 200 lbs. of weights. Also a chest-explosion machine & accessories for the pully system. Excellent condition. $325 or $350 delivered assembled. 281-881-6405. Sofa good to very good condition, $250 OBO. jordon98@hotmail.com. Omega Pro II Racquetball Racket with zip case, never used, $35; 8” animal gold trim/porcelain (some) plates, $15 - $20 each; Emmot Kelly clown, numbered/framed lithographs, $75 - $100 each. Cheryl 281-543-2409. Sliding mirror doors (one pair) for a wardrobe or closet, each door is 39 “W x 79”H, together the doors will be good for a 78”W X 79”H wardrobe or closet, comes with upper and bottom alum guide rails, the doors are similar to IKEA
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AUTOMOTIVE Vehicle for immediate sale: Mazda 6s, 2003, 3.0 liters, 6 cylinder, Bose premium sound package, climate control. Fully loaded, mileage 132,000, excellent condition, $5,800 OBO. Call Jay Khurana, 281-300-3236 or 281550-6308. 2007 GMC Yukon, 49,000 miles, CD, MP3, OnStar ready. Blue with dark interior, 1 owner, excellent condition, $25,000 or best offer. 281-855-9030 or 832-654-5339. 2010 Ford F150 XLT with Extended Cab, 4.6L V8. Exterior color, silver with tan cloth interior. Upgraded chrome wheels, 6 foot long bed with liner, power windows, doors, tinted windows, Sirius XM capable. Less than 20k miles on it. For pictures and inquiries, email anwilbanks99@gmail.com. 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. 1998 Suzuki 1500 Intruder motorcycle, eggshell on white in color, black leather saddle bags, $3,000. 281-726-4305 Pat.
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Wanted: To buy gold jewelry, 10K - 21K and old U. S. coins. 713-894-8490. Wanted: To buy Rolex watches. 281-414-3597.
HELP WANTED Administrative Assistant needed for growing business. Candidate should have working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. QuickBooks is a plus and any Spanish is helpful. Good verbal and written communication skills are needed. You must be able to work on your own once trained. and making calls to customers; typing short letters, quotes, and contracts (using templates provided); sending and replying to customer e-mails in a businesslike and courteous manner. We value our customers and the quality of the work we do and want someone who will share our enthusiasm. We
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are willing to work with and train the right person. Please write to or send resume to rafaelconcrete@gmail.com using the subject line of Administrative Assistant on e-mail. Hours of operation are 9 AM - 5 PM, M - F; some weekend work may be required. Competitive salary. Location: 290 and Hwy 6 in Houston. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services. Swimming pool cleaner – Need experienced person to maintain a minimum of 40 pools per week in the Northwest Houston area. Must have two years + experience, must know water chemistry, have cell phone and reliable transportation. Only experienced need apply. Please leave contact information at 281-256-9610. Golf Hole Monitor for Par 3 Contests. Enjoy golf and the outdoors? Hole and The World Golf Foundation, is seeking sales representatives to promote par 3 contests on local golf courses. A portion of all sales will help support programs offered to young people through The First Tee. Work a 6 hour shift - approximately 8 AM to 2 PM. This is a commission only position with daily pay. Positions are available immediately. Must be able to pass drug test. Please contact Larry Wilkerson at 281-345-1517. Manta Ray Enterprises, Inc. (MRE, Inc.) is always in search of highly motivated people whose core values are aligned with the Broker’s. You are not expected to have the know-how when you start. Learn from a TREC-MCE Instructor with 28 years’ experience on leasing and working with property management with single family homes & condo’s. We will guide you on the proper forms to use. Broker will provide a one-on-one support to any agent willing and wanting to learn more. MRE, Inc. will help you better assist your clients/customers/ investors. MRE, Inc. holds educational seminars to the community and any agent/consumer/investor. MRE, Inc. will assist you with property management, sales & leases. We offer incentives to our recruits. For more information, please contact the Broker (“Tisha” Matticks) directly at mre@mantarayenterprises.com and make your appointment to start your new career today.
be conducted. Contact Master Shin or Master An at 281-463-9333 or email YoungAn@cyfairtkd.com.Location, 17121 West Rd. Suite 200 Houston TX 77095.
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Katy
CHURCH OF CHRIST
Wanted - Hairstylists. Looking for a fun and relaxing place to work, one that appreciates you? Look no further! Sheri Marie’s Salon & Co. is hiring great hairstylists. Visit www.sherimariesalonco.com or call 281-463-7375.
Yellow Brick Road Preschool 281-391-7606 Call 281-391-7808 or Sign-up Online www.katychurchofchrist.com
experience necessary. Professional & reliable retired welcome. Must provide available. Call today & set up interview. 281-759-1010. 1035 Dairy Ashford, Suite 225, Houston TX, 77079. About Hair Salon and Day Spa is seeking experienced stylists. Apply in person 15422 FM 529, Houston, TX 77095.
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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.
Grand Parkway
Sunday Bible Classes - 9 am Morning Worship 10 am Evening Worship - 6 pm Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00 pm 5458 E. 5th St.
Katy-Fort Bend
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.
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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 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
Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900.
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.
281-861-9911.
experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment info. Send resume to randy@westhoustonelectric.com.
PETS FOR SALE
2 AKC male Yorkie puppies, born March 13, 2012, $550 each. Also have 2 224-3955.
LOST & FOUND
Found dog: Solid black, lab mix, female, well-mannered, loves kids. Found in Canyon Gate. Call Ginger, 281-578-2333.
of Charlestown Colony, she has a microchip. Call 713-302-2375 or 281-5433300.
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