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GLENCAIRN MEMBER MEETING The Glencairn Community Association Monthly Member meeting will be on the second Tuesday of the month (January 10, 2012). The meeting will commence at 7:30 PM at the Glencairn Civic Center.

Breakfast with Santa Santa is taking a break from his busy schedule and wants to have breakfast with the Glencairn Community. He will be in town December 10, 2011 from 9 AM - 12 PM at the Civic Center. Bring your cameras the HOA and the Glencairn Swim Team will be offering Breakfast and a chance to take 2 pictures with Santa. We will also have a coloring and a decorating activity for the kids while they wait.

SWIM TEAM REGISTRATION The Glencairn Swim Team will be offering 2 ways to register early.

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GLENCAIRN C.I.A. MONTHLY MEETING OF THE MEMBERS NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Pursuant to Article V, Section 3 of the RESTATED AND AMENDED BY-LAWS OF THE GLENCAIRN COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION the Regular Monthly Meeting of the Members was duly called and held on November 8, 2011 7:30 PM, at 17030 Kieth Harrow Blvd, Houston TX 77084.

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IN ATTENDANCE Directors Coy, Hill, Jones and Rocha were in attendance.

Management representative Brandi Leal and homeowners listed on the sign in register were also in attendance.

MEETING MINUTES The Members approved the October 11, 2011 Member meeting minutes as they appeared in the Glencairn “Chatter.”

COMMITTEE REPORTS Landscaping - Director Kohler was absent so there was nothing to report at this time.

CRIME WATCH Director Hill informed resident that burglaries are up right now. Please ensure that you lock your car door and secure your house and anything else of value are secure.

Please record serial numbers and maintain a record of televisions, laptops, computers or anything else that has a serial number. Be aware of your surroundings at all time. If you feel like somebody is following you home, go a different way or call the police.

Harris County has a new phone app: I WATCH HARRIS COUNTY. You can log in and send a report via cell phone.

EXECUTIVE MEETING ACTIONS Director Hill presented the actions taken at the November 7, 2011 Executive meeting: The Board reviewed proposals to replaster the Cairnway pool. The Board is waiting on one more proposals before awarding the contact. Proposals range from $29,975.25 to $30,225.93 to replaster the pool and replace all coping stones and tiles

The Board met with a representative of KB Homes to review the merger agreement. The Board is waiting to hear if KB Homes will agree to install a sidewalk on both sides of Keith Harrow, install a ten foot fence along the east perimeter of the homes they are constructing and change their shingle requirement to a 30 year architectural grade shingle The Board had an architect inspect the civic center and he determined all that was necessary to commence with adding a second floor is to get structural drawings from a structural engineer. At this time the Board is in the process of getting these drawings.

The Board of Directors approved Management to write off $43,110.42 in back assessments, legal charges, penalty and interest owed by twenty-seven (27) former property owners. The reason for this is because the first lien holder foreclosed on the properties. This eliminated the Association’s right to foreclose on the property. The Association could file a personal lawsuit in an attempt to collect the fees, which would cost an additional $2,000 to $5,000 per property.

The Association attorney advised the Association that the likelihood of collecting any of the money is very slim. So the Association wrote off the balances as bad debt.

The Board of Directors informed residents that the 2012 Assessments will be $325 for 2012.

The Board of Directors met with seven (7) out of nine (9) homeowners that requested a meeting with the Board.

The Board of Directors reviewed correspondence from thirty-five (35) homeowners and provided responses for Management to forward and action to be taken.

SIDEWALK REPAIRS Marty Villarreal with MCS (Maintenance Construction Services) spoke with residents regarding the sidewalk repairs needing to be done in the community.

MCS has been hired by Severn Trent to repair all the man holes in the community. MCS is offering a discounted price to all residents that need sidewalk/ driveway repairs or replacement done at their property while they are out in the community repairing the man holes for Severn Trent. The base cost will be

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HARRIS COUNTY SHERIFFS The Harris County Sheriff Citizen Police Academy will be offering a class in February 2012 at Fairfield Baptist Church. For information, contact Patty Hill at 281-855-2203 or glencairncrimewatch@ live.com.

DIRECTOR VACANCY An article will be placed in the December 2011 Glencairn Chatter announcing interviews for Connie Wyatt and Katherine Yzaguirre vacant positions. All interested residents must submit their information into Management office by January 4, 2012. Interviews will be held on January 9, 2012.

OPEN FORUM The Board of Directors inquired if residents from the floor had any issues to discuss with the Board regarding issues in the community. Homeowners had no issues to be addressed by the Board of Directors.

NEXT MEMBER MEETING The next member meeting will be January 10, 2012.

MEETING ADJOURNED The meeting adjourned at 7:50 PM.

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS Your Board of Directors is volunteers from your community that give up their time in an effort to make Glencairn a better place to live. More importantly, they strive to keep the property values up since your home is probably your single largest investment. We trust you will understand that board members do not mind discussing association issues with members. We respectfully request that homeowners do not approach board members away from board or member meetings to discuss personal deed restriction or collection matters. The individual board members cannot make a decision on an individual basis. It takes a majority vote of the Board to make a decision. That is why the Board meets on Mondays before the member meeting to discuss issues with members.

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DISCOUNT FOR PAINT Sherwin Williams will give a ten per cent (10%) discount to residents of Glencairn. The Glencairn C.I.A., Inc. Board of Directors met with representatives of Sherwin Williams, located on Highway 6 a block before West Little York and provided them with the Association color chart. They will maintain this color chart for residents to use when selecting approved colors. This does not eliminate the submission of an ACC request form to paint your house. The ACC form must still be submitted to ACMP for approval by the ACC Committee.

The discount will be for the purchase of paint, paint supplies and equipment. Sherwin Williams Duration paint line is excluded from this discount. Residents just need to inform the sales clerk that they reside in Glencairn. We sincerely appreciate this local business for taking an interest in Glencairn and we ask that you support them.

However, you do not have to use Sherwin Williams paint. You may select your color at Sherwin Williams or by going to ACMP where the same color chart is located and take an approved sample color to any paint store you choose to have it matched. Again, the important thing is to submit an ACC form prior to painting. Your ACC Committee and Board of Directors do everything they can within the parameters of the governing documents, to work with all homeowners in a timely manner and on a one on one basis.

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COLLECTION POLICY The GLENCAIRN Community Improvement Association Board of Directors would like to inform the owners of the maintenance fee collection policy. The Board reserves the right to change this policy from time to time without notice to better serve the members of the Association.

Homeowners begin receiving their annual assessment and account statement usually between November 15th and November 30th of each year. These statements will list any balances owed to the Association and payment is due by January 1st, of the next year unless the account is being handled by the attorney.

If the account is being handled by the Association attorney, then the next year maintenance fee assessment is still due by January

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1st. All other balances are due at that time but you should contact the Association attorney at 713-780-4135 to determine the total amount owed. There will probably be some legal fees invoices that have not yet been received by our management company. Once again, if legal fees are displayed on the statement, then the owner should contact the Association attorney to determine the total legal charges owed unless stated otherwise.

The assessment is due January 1st, becomes delinquent January 31st and is subject to the following actions when delinquent. The week of February 1st interest will accrue and be posted to any accounts that are delinquent. Additionally, a late penalty will be assessed to each delinquent account. A letter will be sent to each delinquent account stating the current balance. Once again, those accounts being handled by the attorney for prior year delinquent fees or lawsuits should contact the Association attorney at the phone number listed above. The letter will request payment within fifteen days or a certified letter will be sent by the Association and the homeowner will be responsible for all charges associated with the collection of this debt.

If the payment is not received within fifteen days from the postage date of the first delinquent notice, a certified letter is sent by the Association to all accounts with delinquent balances. The same circumstances for accounts being handled by the attorney as stated above apply to this circumstance. The Association certified letter will state that an administrative charge plus postage has been added to the balance of the account for processing the certified letter. The letter will also state that payment of the balance is due within thirty days or a lien may be filed or the account will be turned over to the Association attorney. The owner will be responsible for all charges associated with filing and releasing of the lien and/or any legal fees incurred for the collection of this debt.

Delinquent accounts turned over to the attorney for collection will normally be handled in the following manner. A certified letter will be sent and a charge added to the account for the letter. A lien could be filed. If payment is not received within the specified time a lawsuit will be filed for collection of the assessment. This could ultimately lead to foreclosure.

The Board of Directors does not want to foreclose on any property but has a responsibility to all the homeowners to ensure all fees are paid. It is unfair for other homeowners to bear the burden for homeowners that will not pay their maintenance fee assessment.

However, the Board has, on a case by case basis, worked with homeowners unable to afford paying the assessment all at one time.

This Board will continue to do so but if there is no communication from the homeowner, the Board has no other option but to proceed with the above collection policy.

If every homeowner would pay their assessment on time, it would result in fewer expenses and less aggravation for everyone involved.

The Association must expend some funds for the collection of delinquent accounts. This expenditure is passed on to the individual homeowners but still an expenditure to the Association until the homeowner reimburses the Association. If homeowners pay on time these expenses are eliminated along with the aggravation of getting certified letters and/or being turned over to the attorney.

A four-month payment plan has been approved by the Board of Directors, which includes an administrative charge. Payment plans are available by contacting ACMP, Inc. prior to January 31st.

YOU CAN NOW PAY ASSESSMENTS (DUES) ONLINE THROUGH TEXAS CAPITAL BANK. (CREDIT CARD AND E-CHECK PAYMENTS ACCEPTED). ANY RECURRING PAYMENTS MUST FIRST BE APPROVED THROUGH THE ASSOCIATION’S MANAGEMENT COMPANY. ALL COSTS FOR ONLINE ESERVICES ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. YOU MUST HAVE YOUR ACCOUNT NUMBER AVAILABLE TO LOGIN GO TO: https://secure.myrevopay.com/master/tcb/properties/acmpcompro5.

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GLENCAIRN CRIME WATCH EMail List Set Up For Instant Problem Notification In the past, our residents relied on block captains to disperse crime information such as possible attempted abductions of children, robbery patterns at specific stores, suspected drug activities, etc. With the advent of the internet, many subdivisions are using an email list to convey information quickly to residents.

If you would like to join the Glencairn email list, please send your name, address and telephone number along with the email from which you check frequently to Patty Hill at: Glencairncrimewatch@live.com.

You will receive information, which has been sent to Patty Hill from the Sheriff’s Office, from citizens who have observed events, etc. In addition, if you want to volunteer as a block captain for your street, you can do so by sending an email.

Sadly, in this era of commuting and busy schedules, few of us get to know our neighbors. At one time in our history, neighbors knew when there was a problem and immediately told their neighbors. For many years, we have relied on our block captains; however, we have lost a number of block captains who have not been replaced. This effort will offer information as it comes to our attention. Rumors will be checked out by the Sheriff’s Office before the information is shared via email to the residents. In addition, if an incident occurs at your home, the Sheriff’s office can contact Patty Hill about your home and work telephone numbers and get in touch with you quickly.

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Holidays Can Be A Safe, Crime Free Time

Some of us have already started to do Christmas shopping and are making our Holiday plans. During this busy season, we urge you to consider both your safety and your security.

If you leave home for more than a few days, file a Vacation Watch report with the Harris County Sheriff’s office on Clay Road. This is a quick, painless procedure and it allows our deputies to check your home a little more closely than normal when you are gone. This service is free to Harris County residents. If there is a problem filing this document, please call Patty Hill immediately at 281-855-2203.

When shopping, please remember to not put packages in your trunk unless you are headed directly home. Tempting packages left in vehicles that are parked in commercial areas will draw the eyes of the criminal opportunist.

If at all possible, shop with another adult. Two sets of eyes are better than one to watch for pickpockets, muggers and others who would have your money or your purchases if given the opportunity. Be alert in parking lots and in stores.

Whenever possible, park close to the entrance of the store in a lighted area.

Many retail establishments have security cameras and security patrols in their parking lots. However, do not rely on these to save you from crime. Watch for suspicious persons, check around your car before entering it and lock the doors as soon as you are inside the vehicle. Start your car and leave the area. Don’t make yourself a crime target.

Sadly, purse snatchings and other crimes are on the upswing in this area. The holiday season will serve to increase this activity. Be alert, be ready and plan ahead when shopping…. especially at night.

When driving home from shopping, make sure no one is following you. If you suspect you are being followed, go to the fire station where there are always people willing to help you. Do not drive to your home if you think you are being followed. When you arrive home, unload your car quickly and then lock the car.

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Secure your home to avoid a burglary. The Sheriff’s Office offers free inspections of homes that give you information about what you can do to secure your home inexpensively. Call the Franz Road storefront, 281-647-9371, to schedule an inspection.

Always keep your vehicles locked unless they are in a locked garage.

Do not leave anything in your vehicle that might tempt someone to break into it. It is not necessary to be paranoid - it is necessary to be vigilant to avoid becoming a victim of crime.

WARNING FROM POLICE THIS APPLIES TO BOTH WOMEN AND MEN

BEWARE OF PAPER ON THE BACK WINDOW OF YOUR VEHICLE - NEW WAY TO DO CARJACKINGS (NOT A JOKE) Heads up everyone! Please, keep this circulating... You walk across the parking lot, unlock your car and get inside. You start the engine and shift into reverse.

When you look into the rearview mirror to back out of your parking space, you notice a piece of paper stuck to the middle of the rear window. So, you shift into Park, unlock your doors and jump out of your car to remove that paper (or whatever it is) that is obstructing your view. When you reach the back of your car that is when the carjackers appear out of nowhere, jump into your car and take off.

They practically mow you down as they speed off in your car.

And guess what, ladies? I bet your purse is still in the car.

So now the carjacker has your car, your home address, your money and your keys. Your home and your whole identity are now compromised!

If you see a piece of paper stuck to your back window, just drive away.

Remove the paper later. And be thankful that you read this. I hope you will tell this to friends and family, especially to women. A purse contains all kinds of personal information and identification documents and you certainly do NOT want it to fall into the wrong hands.

Lock Your Vehicle Remove Valuables

When you park your vehicle on the street or in your driveway, please lock it. We Have had a dramatic upswing in Burglaries of Motor Vehicles…. coincidentally none of the vehicles was locked. Do not put any attractive items (GPS, computers, expensive equipment, etc) in your vehicle. Take these in the house. Never leave a garage door opener in a car that is parked on the driveway or the street.

Recently we had about 6 Burglaries of Motor Vehicles. They do not appear to be the normal juveniles, we believe they are older because they are taking radios out of the vehicles. Please if you see any young people walking the streets at night and you just get a gut feeling they are up to no good, call the Sheriff’s Department at 713-221-6000 and report a suspicious person or people, give a good description, height, weight, clothing they are wearing and which direction they were headed. The next victim just might be you.

Stolen Landscape Plants

We are having a problem with someone stealing our new landscape plants. Our contractor is Silversands Landscaping. They have done our fall planting and once again someone has come along and stolen our new plants at some of our entrances. Please, if you see anyone taking out our new plants, call the Sheriff’s Department at 713-221-6000. This is costing all homeowners money, we have to pay twice to have plants planted.

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Street Parking Just a reminder - The parking laws in Texas are strictly enforced in our neighborhoods. Following is a brief checklist for those of you who haven’t recently read the Texas Driver’s License Manual: *DO NOT PARK OR STAND A VEHICLE (whether occupied or not): (Temporarily stopping to comply with signs, signals, etc., is not considered parking or standing.)

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In front of a public or private driveway Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant Within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection Within 30 feet upon the approach to any flashing signal, stop sign, yield sign or other traffic control signal located at the side of a road 5. 18 inches or more from the curb 6. DO NOT BLOCK THE SIDEWALK WITH A VEHICLE OR BICYCLE * From the Texas DPS Drivers’ License Handbook Please ask your guests to park in your driveway or in front of your house, not in front of neighbor’s homes. Make sure that your family does the same. Civility is necessary in order to live in such densely built subdivisions as we have in the Houston area.

Do not leave trash outside that might blow on your neighbor’s lawn or plantings. Pick up after yourself, your family and your guests.

Be courteous to avoid confrontations with high stress individuals.

While this is all common sense, common sense isn’t so common these days.

Heads Up For Your Own Safety We have received several reports in the past few days, which concern us and should concern you very much. Feel free to share this with your friends and family. This article was sent to the email list in early September, but nothing has changed for the better since that time.

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1) WATCH YOUR Credit Card & Debit Card Receipts. Check your receipts for goods purchased at any store WHILE at the check-out.

This is happening in some big box retail stores in the Houston area and it could certainly be happening elsewhere: Cash back is added by the cashier, you sign the receipt without looking at it and the cash is then handed off to a specific individual in the line as change.

CASH BACK costs you big money on a credit card. Too bad for the retailer if you have to hold up the line, but since larceny is in the hearts of many who are working in minimum wage jobs, it is up to YOU to protect yourself from this theft.

2) Destruction of street signs is becoming another favorite pastime for lame in the brain youths. We have noticed an uptick in this. If you see anyone tampering with a street sign, please call the Sheriff’s Office at 713-221-6000.

3) There are still some junk vehicles parked in driveways in Glencairn. If you know the address of one of these offenders, please email with that information and any information you have on the vehicle. Let’s target our scant law enforcement resources so that we can get the maximum from our dollars spent.

4) As always, be heads up when in your car, yard, public places, parking lots, etc. Do not think that there is going to be a cop on every corner watching out for you. The resources of the Sheriff’s Office have been deployed in areas other than patrol and investigations and we have a skeletal district patrol presence. The contracts are covering for each other when the contract unit is out of service.

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substation jails are open only towards the weekends and only for 40 hours per week. This means that 128 hours per week we will see deputies leaving the district to transport and process prisoners downtown.

As we all know, ultimately we are responsible for ourselves and our families.

Secure your home, secure your car, park cars in your driveway, remove everything from the vehicle when parking it in public areas. And watch out for the road rage because it, too, is getting worse.

If you do not call in crimes such as graffiti, vandalism, etc., we have no idea what is happening in our neighborhoods. Recently I received an email from a resident who was unhappy about graffiti spray painted on her garage door. Her neighbor’s house had recently been the target of egg throwers.

The neighbor did not report this. These are teens and tweens. But they are tomorrow’s criminals. Their parents are oblivious. These “children” commit the vast majority of crimes that we have in our subdivision. These kiddies live here, folks.

Neighborhoods with nosy neighbors who watch what is going on are very fortunate, indeed. Be a nosy neighbor. Report criminal activity or suspected criminal activity.

If you have any questions about crime, criminal activity, Texas parking laws, nuisance abatement of inoperable vehicles or any other relevant subject, please email Patty Hill at glencairncrimewatch@live.com. If you do not have access to email, you may call her at 281-855-2203.

Vacant Houses Still A Serious Problem

Vacant houses in Glencairn continue to be an issue from a safety and security perspective but also for the overall appearance of our subdivision. If you have a vacant home next door to you, try to get the neighbors together to keep the lawn mowed, edging completed, weeds pulled, plants pruned, etc.

Ultimately it is you, the neighbor who will suffer the most as this structure erodes into an eyesore. If you are unable to do this, contact A.C.M.P. during the grass growing season to make sure a force mow letter is sent. Although this process is rather cumbersome and should probably be streamlined, this is the procedure, which our management company follows when force mowing yards. We currently have a number of lawns that look very bad because no one is mowing them and no one is living in the house.

Ultimately, it’s up to us, the homeowners who have so much invested both financially and emotionally in our homes, to make sure that our neighborhood looks good.

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When you have time, check out the Sheriff ’s Office web site….. particular the bureaus (patrol support services is very important to us) and the districts. www.hcso.hctx.net.

Patty Hill Crime Watch Coordinator glencairncrimewatch@live.com

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In order to increase compliance and spread awareness, our office is requesting your assistance in informing residents in your community through your HOA newsletter or your scheduled HOA meetings of the need to obtain a permit for operating an alarm system, residential or business, within unincorporated Harris County. Many residents and businesses are unaware of the requirement to obtain an alarm permit once an alarm system has been installed and activated by the alarm company. Alarm systems are established and defined in the Local Government Code 233 (subchapter D), as well as the authority to regulate, adopt rules and impose penalties for unpermitted locations.

Obtaining the required permit will avoid the issuance of a citation and excessive false alarm fees. The fee for current permit issuance is $35 with a yearly renewal fee of $10. All permit fees are waived for senior citizens 65 years or older.

Under current guidelines, a permitted location is allowed five (5) free false alarms annually. Any subsequent false alarms during your permitted year are subject to a $75 fine that is billed to the permit holder’s address. If a site has an active alarm system, yet does not have a permit to operate such alarm, a false alarm may result in a Class C citation, which could range up to $500.

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garding permit requirements, you may do so by visiting the Harris County Sheriff’s Office website at www.hcso.hctx./net. The application can be printed from the website, then completed and mailed to our office with the applicable fees. We are currently in the planning stages of making the application and payment process available on-line for the convenience to the public. Should you have any questions, please contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Alarm Detail at 713-755-4600 M-F, 8 AM - 5 PM. If you would like any of our Alarm Detail personnel to attend one of your HOA meetings, we would be glad to attend and answer as many questions as possible.

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Why Should I? “My home is my castle. What happens on my little patch of Texas is my business and everybody else can just butt out. I know there are supposed to be deed restrictions here, but frankly, I don’t give a care. And if anybody comes knocking to tell me what to do, they will get more than just a little piece of my mind! I’ll do what I want and ask forgiveness later. Much later!”

Have you ever heard those words? Have you ever said any of them yourself? If so, you are pretty much like of the rest of us here in the hood. Deed restrictions can really seem like a big pain in the neck and by and large we feel exactly the same way you do, except for the following:

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1. Property maintenance regulations set a minimum standard of upkeep. I may not be a slob, but someone else might be and that someone may move in next door. If I do my part and my neighbor does too, we’ll both be winners.

2. Design standards protect the looks of the homes. Have you ever seen a steel carport tacked onto the front of a garage in a nice neighborhood? One man’s covered porch is another man’s sore thumb. It really doesn’t take that long to make application for improvements, but if everybody decides to be a scofflaw, the design standards won’t hold up in court.

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3. Land use designations protect the residential character of the community. At one end of the street is the neighbor who prepares taxes. Halfway down the block is the fellow with some kind of catalog business. Someone else tinkers with cars for extra cash. Another lady goes to garage sales, finds furniture and refinishes it in her garage.

It’s a gradual thing, but in the end, without deed restrictions limiting the use of lots to single family residential purposes, property values drop and homeowners move out.

4. There’s a process for picking up the slack. Times are tough and some homes may be vacant for a while. There’s a process in most deed restrictions that will allow the homeowners’ association to step in and mow the grass and bill back the owner for the cost of yard maintenance. If you didn’t live in a deed-restricted neighborhood, the only way you could protect your property values would be to mow the empty lot yourself. (Over and over.) But, the process only works if all the lawns look nice in the first place.

5. Green belts, parks, pools and tennis courts sell houses. They helped sell your house to you when you moved in and they will help sell your house to someone else when you move out. Spending money on the upkeep of the association’s amenities is a sure bet when it comes to protecting property values in a neighborhood.

Paying your assessment fees is like paying an insurance premium on your real estate investment.

6. Essential services have to come from somewhere. Unless your home is in the city, the homeowners association typically pays for some pretty essential services like trash collection, street lights and streetscape maintenance. Your home may be your castle, but your daughter isn’t likely to marry a prince if the neighborhood is not fit for a king.

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7. Quality of life matters. When you come home at night, do you turn into a neighborhood with nice monument sign and some freshly tended landscaping? A touch of color? Some majestic trees? Do you take a jog around the neighborhood? Swing a kid at the park?

Watch the birds from the back porch? It takes a little doing, but a nice neighborhood is a pretty good thing, after all.

So why should you? Take a look. There are at least seven very good reasons why you should comply with your community association’s deed restrictions, pay you annual fees, etc. You should do it because it’s not only the right thing to do, it’s a very good thing to do. No ifs ands or buts about it.

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If you are planning to paint, repair, improve or alter the exterior of your house or lot an Architectural Control change request form must be submitted.

If you plan to paint, in accordance with the Association governing documents, you must submit a color sample with your change request form EVEN IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO USE THE SAME COLOR already on the structure. We encourage you to plan ahead because the Architectural Control Committee has up to thirty (30) days to approve the form once your request is received by the managing agent.

The Architectural Control Committee (ACC) is unique and important function. Its main purpose is to ensure that all changes are harmonious with the surrounding neighborhood and to assist in maintaining property vales. They are volunteers and go about fulfilling their function by ensuring all changes are structurally sound, attractive and harmonious with the neighborhood.

The Association has color guidelines that have been set by the Architectural Control Committee and approved by the Board of Directors.

These guidelines are comprised of earth-tone and neutral colors. Bright colors will not be approved. If your house is already painted with an unapproved color, then it must be changed the next time it needs painting. However, if you paint it an unapproved color and then submit a change request form, either voluntarily or because you have been cited as being in violation, you will need to repaint the house immediately.

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GARDENING TIPS FOR DECEMBER • If a long flowering period is desired, pansies should be placed in their permanent beds not later than this month. Fertilize monthly with manure, super-phosphate or a liquid high-phosphate product.

Keep flowers picked for more bloom.

• Take tulips out of cold storage and plant late this month.

• Fertilize established trees, spring-blooming shrubs, spurias and sweet peas (after they are a foot tall) with a fertilizer such as 1313-13; Louisiana iris with cotton seed meal and manure.

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Pet Hotline News Pet Tip: A very important thing you can do is have a collar with some form of ID and your phone number on it. Pet stores have special ID’s for your pets. Many pet owners are now “chipping” the pets. If found and taken to a vet they can scan chip and find the owner. If your pet has a rabies tag, the vet has your name and #. The first thing I ask a caller is “does the pet have ID on it.” If it does, I will help contact the # on the ID and get the pet to it’s owner ASAP. Or, the owner can pick up their lost pet. Having an ID on a pet makes life easier for all.

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BOY SCOUTS Boy Scout Troop 61 Young men between the ages of 11-18 are encouraged to visit Boy Scout Troop 61 at 7:00 PM Wednesday nights at Peace Community Church, 5151 Addicks Satsuma Road, Houston, Texas, 77084. They will get a hands-on experience of what Scouting has to offer and have the opportunity to visit with the Scouts and their adult leaders to learn more about the things the troop has done during meetings and activities.

Scouting activities include camping, fishing, archery, rifle/shotgun shooting, hiking, first aid, wilderness survival, community service, citizenship, swimming, leadership, white-water rafting and much more. Troop 61 camps each month and has a group that goes to High Adventure Camp and to Merit Badge Camps each summer.

Boy Scout Troop 61 meets from 7:00 to 8:00 PM every Wednesday in the Activity Room at Peace Community Church. Contact Mike Viator with Troop 61 if your son is interested in joining a local Boy Scout Troop. Cell: 713-409-1934, mike.viator@comcast.net.

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Attention home school families!!! Homeschool Pack 164 is a Christian Homeschool Cub Scout Pack chartered by West Houston Home Educators (www.whhe.org) that serves the Greater West Houston/Katy area. Our Pack promotes God, Country and service!

We are a part of the Sam Houston Area Council (www.shac.org) and Texas Skies District (www.texasskiesdistrict.org).

If you have a boy entering 1st grade (age 6) through 5th grade (age 10), we invite you to please come join in the fun! Visit our website www.homeschoolpack.com for more information about our Pack registration and meeting times.

St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church

Blood Drive

On Sunday, December 11th starting at 8:30 AM. St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church will be hosting a Blood Drive with a mobile unit set up in their parking lot. Registration and donor forms will be available in the Parish Hall. To donate you must be at least 17 years of age, at least 110 lbs. and in good general health. Remember, it takes about 15 minutes and one pint of blood to save three lives. St. Cuthbert is located at 17020 West Road, Houston (the northeast corner of West and Queenston). Visit us at www.stcuthbert.org.

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FREE Christmas Gift Wrapping at Katy Mills Mall!!!!!4 Dec. 17th & 18th 10 AM – 6 PM

After a long day of shopping at the mall, let the talented members of the Cypress Lakes High School Color Guard festively wrap and label your purchases, at NO charge! Just bring your gifts to our gift-wrapping table near the food court and we’ll transform them into Christmas magic while you wait. Any questions or just need more info, please call Sylvia Contreras at 832-894-9683. Thanks for supporting Cy-Lakes Color Guard!

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The Ram Band competed in the Region 23 UIL Marching Contest at Rhodes Stadium on a very windy October night. For the 9th straight year, the Ram Band earned a first division at the UIL Marching Contest. Please congratulate these students on this great accomplishment.

FIDEL HEADS TO STATE CROSS COUNTRY MEET CONGRATS TO SENIOR FIDEL LEON!!!!!! Fidel competed in the Region III Cross Country Meet on Saturday, November 5th and placed 6th out of 175 runners!! He ran 15:49 over the 5,000-meter course. He then raced at the State Meet on Saturday, November 12th at Old Settler’s Park in Round Rock.

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Texas Christian School OPEN HOUSE

Texas Christian School will hold their annual Open Houses: Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 6:30 PM: “Meet and Greet,” tour the campus, visit classrooms, refreshments.

Thursday, March 1, 2012 - 6:30 PM: View Science/Art Fair projects, tour the campus, visit classrooms.

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At the Texas Association of Journalism Education competition this weekend in San Antonio, Mayde Creek High school senior student Corissa Ayala, took a Superior (1st place rank) and an Honorable Mention in Photography. Senior Dinora Rodriguez took a Superior (1st place rank) in Photography as well. They competed against over 700 high school photographers.

ECI PROJECT TYKE ECI Project TYKE is a year round Early Childhood Intervention program (ECI) in the Katy Independent School District that specializes in working with children who need extra help. The program provides developmental services to children who may need assistance in attaining developmental milestones or who may have a disability.

Services are provided to children from birth to three where they live, learn or play. ECI Project TYKE develops a supportive partnership with families by providing educational and emotional supports, which enriches the daily routines and relationships that will enable their child to reach his or her maximum potential.

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

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The Learning, Inspiration, Fellowship and Enrichment (L.I.F.E.) programs are free and held Wednesdays at 10 AM in the Lone Star College-CyFair Branch Library (Room 131.) Programs in December are: “The Courageous of Pearl Harbor” Dec. 7th and “Shrinky Dinks with Tracy and Rose” Dec. 14th. Programs will resume Jan. 11, 2012.

Call the library at 281-290-3214 for L.I.F.E. program information.

BEAR CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH CHRISTMAS SERVICES AND EVENTS Wed., Dec. 7th - New Community Lord’s Supper: 7:00 PM Sun., Dec. 11th - Children and Preschool Christmas Party Sun., Dec. 18th - Christmas Concert: 9:00 AM, 10:15 AM and 11:30 AM Sat., Dec. 24th - Christmas Eve Services: 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM Sun., Dec. 25th - One Service Christmas Day: 11:00 AM. No children or adult Bible Studies

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In December are a choral concert featuring the LSC-CyFair Symphonic Band “Carmina Burana” Dec. 2nd and Jazz Ensemble concert “JazzExpress” Dec. 7th. For tickets and event information, go to LoneStar.edu/boxoffice. In the Bosque Gallery will be the Student Art Show Dec. 1st through Dec. 8th with a reception and awards ceremony set from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM Dec. 1st. For gallery information, go to LoneStar.edu/bosquegallery.

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the pain of isolation - all these can make us feel very alone in the midst of the celebrating and spending. We need the space and time to acknowledge our sadness and concern; we need to know that we are not alone.

Our spirits sink, as the days grow shorter. We feel the darkness growing deeper around us. We need encouragement to live the days ahead of us.

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Christmas & holiday events First Christian Church of Katy 5th Annual “Living Nativity” Join us on Saturday, December 10, 2011, from 6:30-8:00 PM. There will be three (3) live representations of the Nativity Scene lasting approximately 30 minutes each. Refreshments will also be provided in the fellowship hall throughout the evening. First Christian Church is located at 22101 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, Texas 77449. For more details, call the church office at 281-492-2693 or visit our website: www.fcckaty.com.

Come out and join in sharing and hearing prayers, scripture and music that acknowledge that God’s presence is for those who mourn, for those who struggle - and that God’s Word comes to shine light into our darkness. Everyone, regardless of church background (or lack of it) is welcome.

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

The short service will be followed by a brief time for light refreshments and fellowship for those who care to linger.

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

St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church Christmas Services

Many of the present-day holiday rituals in our country originate in the Nordic/German traditions and come flavored with the spices of Europe.

We invite you to take a little journey to early nineteenth-century Bavaria and the surrounding regions to explore the roots of modern Christmas.

St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church welcomes everyone to come celebrate the birth of our Lord, Jesus Christ during our Christmas Eve services on Saturday, December 24th at 5:30 PM with a Christmas Pageant and at 9:00 PM. There will also be a service on Christmas Day, Sunday, December 25th at 10:30 AM. St. Cuthbert is located at 17020 West Road in Houston (the northeast corner of West and Queenston). Visit us at www. stcuthbert.org.

Family of Faith Lutheran Church CHRISTMAS SERVICES You and your family are invited to celebrate Christmas with us at The Family of Faith Lutheran Church, 16710 FM 529 Road.

Our Christmas Eve service will begin at 7 PM and Christmas Day service will begin at 10 AM.

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

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

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

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Wortham Theater, entrance 16 from Cullen blvd. at the University of Houston Campus, Houston, Texas. Ample parking space available. Tickets are $17.50 - $40.

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

Houston Repertoire Ballet Celebrates 10 Years En Pointe with “The Nutcracker”

Covenant Lutheran Church (3785 Barker Cypress Rd.) is presenting its annual “Las Posadas” on Saturday, December 10th at 7:00 pm. Bring your friends and family to experience this symbolic journey by Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem. Las Posadas is a Mexican tradition carried out by a group of people who get together to honor the birth of Jesus.

This outdoor event will feature drama, scripture readings, prayer, carols in English and Spanish, and a candlelight processional, followed by traditional Mexican food for everyone! All are welcome!

What is Christmas without Handel’s “Messiah?”

Sell-Out Performances Set for December 10th & 11th The Houston Repertoire Ballet (HRB), the premier pre-professional ballet company in Northwest Houston, proudly presents the 10th annual “The Nutcracker” performance series on Saturday, December 10th at 2 pm and 7 pm and Sunday, December 11th at 1 pm and 5 pm at Tomball High School Auditorium, 30330 Quinn Road, Tomball, Texas 77375. This year features guest artists from two of the world’s premiere ballet companies: Jared Matthews, soloist with New York’s American Ballet Theatre and HRB alum, and Karina Gonzalez, soloist with the Houston Ballet. For ticket information, call 281-940-HRB1 (4721) or visit www.hrbdance.org. Ticket prices range from $15 to $18.

The Houston Repertoire Ballet (HRB) is a non-profit 501(c)(3), founded by Victoria Vittum and Gilbert Rome, both nationally acclaimed teachers and choreographers who served as its co-artistic directors. Today, Ms. Vittum oversees training and programming with an equal eye to serving the needs of the community. Although Mr. Rome is now retired, he maintains his interest and affiliation with HRB, performing as Drosselmeyer in “The Nutcracker” and as a guest teacher. The program attracts and develops some of the finest young dancers in the greater Houston area, with many of the dancers advancing to professional ballet companies throughout the country.

Major funding for HRB is provided by Houston Endowment, Inc. and ConocoPhillips. Additional support comes from ExxonMobil and Marathon. School Outreach Program is generously sponsored by Target.

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To many people, Christmas is just not Christmas without singing or hearing Handel’s Messiah. The Chancel Choir of St. Peter’s United Methodist Church in Katy will host the fifth annual “Messiah Sing Along,” with full orchestra, again this year. The event will be held in the Sanctuary of the church (located at the corner of Shillington & Kingsland) Sunday, December 11, 2011 at 7:00 pm. For information, call 281-492-8031 or go to www.stpeterskaty.org.

Please join us as either a singer or a listener. Loaner scores will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis; however, given the limitations of available scores, you are encouraged to bring your own music.

There will also be scores for sale.

Fourth HAMARA DESI CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION December 17, 2011 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Free Admission & Free Food!!

University Center, University of Houston, Main Campus Houston, TX 77581 Hamara Desi Christmas Celebration is intended to celebrate Christmas with people of different religions and faiths from India.The celebration is non-denominational. Please come and enjoy the celebration. Of course, Santa Clause will be there to give free gifts!!

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CLUTCH REPLACEMENT SPECIAL

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Includes: Replace front brake pads: inspect front discs and calipers, rear discs and calipers ( or rear drums and wheel cylinders), inspect brake lines, hoses and master cylinder.

Adjust parking brake. Prices vary by auto age and style.

Call for estimate. Genuine Honda/Acura Parts used.

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

832-867-2107

BEAR CREEK COMMUNITY CENTER 3055 Bear Creek Drive • 281-859-1566 www.pct3.hctx.net Please call for more information or to register for any of these classes ASAP. All classes are FREE OF CHARGE and are suited for adults, unless otherwise noted and are open to the public.

ONGOING SENIOR DAY - Every Wed. at BCCC, join seniors for a day of fun and games. Bridge, Canasta, Pinochle and 42 are played starting at 9:00 AM. We also have afternoon bridge at 12:00 PM. WALKERCISE - BCCC offers walkercise every day at 8:00 AM. this is an indoor class that’s equivalent to a two-mile walk. Classes are free.

STRETCH AND TONE - Stretch and Tone is designed to improve flexibility, strength and endurance. You will see better body composition, improved strength and range of motion. This class is geared for all fitness levels. Bring a mat or towel and join us Tues. and Thurs. from 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM. Classes are free.

AEROBICS - Aerobics combines muscle toning exercise and lowimpact mid-intensity aerobics. Benefits include increased metabolic rate, which promotes efficient fat loss and improved body composition. Classes are free. Call BCCC for more information.

NEEDLEWORK GROUP - The ladies of the BCCC Needlework Group are looking for new members. If you enjoy embroidery, cross-stitch or creative sewing, please join us Tues. mornings at 10:00 AM. FUN TIME ART GROUP - Every Thursday morning from 9:00 AM to noon, would like to extend an invitation to adults to visit and join this no fee art group. Painting is in all mediums of your choice and help is available from all members. Come have fun together!

Call for more information.

BEAR CREEK GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY & LIBRARY INC. - Welcomes all genealogical researchers, novice to expert, to join us.

Meetings: second Thursday of each month, september through may from 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Casual attire and pre-meeting lunch at the Omni Hotel. Genealogical research trips, speakers, workshops, special events and genealogy Library. More info: Gary at 281-3980333, email: getober@hotmail.com or Alan at 281-579-0480, email Leeds3@swbell.net.

CONVERSATIONAL FRENCH - BCCC offers anyone who has the basic knowledge of the French Language the opportunity to meet with others in a conversational French class held every Wednesday at 11:00 AM. CLASSES BEGINNERS TAI CHI - BCCC is offering a beginners Tai Chi Class Mondays and Fridays which will start on Monday, January 9, 2012. No new participants will be able to attend after the third week is in progress. You must be able to attend both classes each week. The class is not limited at this time, although you must preregister in order to participate. Registration for this class will begin December 1, 2011. If you are interested go to BCCC to sign up or for more information.

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Holy Covenant UMC Soccer What: Upward Soccer Where: Holy Covenant UMC 22111 Morton Road, Katy TX 77449 When: Evaluations are on January 14th and 21st at 9:00 AM. Who: Children ages 4 thru 5th grade Fee: $75, which includes a uniform Check out www.holycov.org for more information or call 281-579-1200.

Family & Cosmetic Dentistry “Quality Dental Care You Deserve”

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

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

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

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

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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.

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

$30 Off Any Service Call!

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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.

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

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KATHERINE TYRA (BEAR CREEK) PUBLIC LIBRARY 16719 Clay Road, Houston, TX 77084, 281-550-0885 Our hours are: Monday - 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Tuesday/Thursday - 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Wednesday -10:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Friday - 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Saturday - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sunday - Closed. Holiday Closings - The library will be closed at 5:00 PM on Dec. 22nd and all day December 23rd - 26th for Christmas and Dec. 31st - Jan. 2nd for New Year’s.

LONE STAR COLLEGE - cyfair LIBRARY Monday through Thursday, 7 am - 10 pm; Friday, 8 am - 6 pm; Saturday, 8 am - 6 pm; Sunday, 1 pm - 6 pm.

December 19th-21st, Monday - Wednesday, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM December 27th-29th, Tuesday - Thursday, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM December 30th, Friday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Holiday Hours: December 22nd, Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM and December 23rd-26th, Friday - Monday, Closed for Winter Holidays. December 31st-January 2nd, Saturday - Monday, closed for New Year’s Holiday

ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

"LAS VEGAS NIGHT" The Knights of Columbus Council 8096 of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church invite you to attend our 26th Charity Las Vegas Night.

The event will be held on February 18, 2012, from 7:00 PM until 10:30 PM, at the church, 6646 Addicks Satsuma, in the Community Life Center.

A prize auction will follow with fabulous items to bid on with the play money you win. Included will be a trip to Las Vegas, hotel stays, restaurant dinners, sports memorabilia, wonderful gift baskets, fantastic coupons and fabulous merchandise.

We hope you will join us and promise you a fun-filled evening of Black Jack, Craps, Roulette, Poker, Slot Machines and other games.

Snacks and drinks are included in the price. Donations appreciated.

Bring your friends and neighbors.

Tickets are only $15 per person and all proceeds will benefit local Knights of columbus Charities.

For more information, please call Franklin Holub 281-463-6122, email holub8096@sbcglobal.net.

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THEATER/ARTS

NATURE PROGRAMS FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN

Houston Family Arts Center

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.

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

2011-2012 Mainstage Season:

The Sound of Music (Through - Dec 18, 2011 on the Garza Main Stage) A Lesson Before Dying (Jan. 20 - Feb. 5, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage) Seussical the Musical (Feb. 24 - Mar. 11, 2012 at the Berry Center) The 39 Steps (Apr. 13-29, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage) The Fantasticks (Through - June 10, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage Guys and Dolls (July 13-29, 2012 TAG production at the Berry Center) Season tickets are now on sale. For the best seating and lowest prices become a season ticket holder. The HFAC season package is arranged so that any six or more shows constitute a package and patrons get to pick which 6, 7 or 8! Patrons can select their seats online at www. houstonfac.com or call the HFAC box office at 281-685-6374.

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

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Upcoming programs include: December 6th & 7th: Geology Rocks!

December 13th & 14th: Christmas in the Woods December 20th & 21st: no program - Winter break December 27th & 28th: no program - Winter break

US Military K-9 Fund, Inc. US Military K-9 Fund, Inc. would like to thank our supporters, who are helping us send “care packages” designed especially for the military dogs deployed with our troops to the Middle East. We are so grateful to the Girl Scouts that have given some of their cookie money to us, Longenbaugh Vet Hospital, Rover Oaks Pet Resort, Animal Hospital Jones Road, Cypress Cares, Copperfield Women’s Club and others for enabling us to continue sending the “care packages” to the dogs that are saving lives. We are celebrating having been able to send over 150 boxes so far. And we have only just begun…

With HELP from everyone who has dogs or loves dogs, we can make a difference in these dogs ability to keep our men and women safer by sensing what humans cannot. They go where machines cannot.

They smell what machines cannot. And, they are a “force multiplier.”

Help us send them dog boots, dog goggles, cooling/warming vests, toys, treats and grooming items. Their handlers get some things too!

Go to www.usmilitaryk-9fund.org to learn more.

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‘Tis the season of over-indulgence in rich, delicious and unhealthy food. But panic not. You can still enjoy all the goodies of the season, thanks to sensible eating. Here are healthy eating tips for the Christmas season.

• Feast for a couple of days, then return to normal. Buy less and don’t let the holiday season turn into an excuse for a month of bingeing.

• Cut up a box of mini-sticks of celery and nibble on them when you need a snack. Celery keeps blood pressure low, and helps lower cholesterol too.

• Keep reading the labels, but don’t be fooled. Are ‘lite’ potato chips or crisps really a great health option? Yes, you could save a worthwhile 20 calories on a packet - but they’re still a high-fat food, so go easy.

• Out of sight is out of mouth. Hide away indulgent puddings, cream and other temptations in the salad drawer, so they don’t beckon every time you open the fridge door.

• Brazil nuts are rich in selenium, which improves mood and reduces anxiety. Eat just 3 a day.

• If you’re used to working out, have a vigorous session the day before a feast and you’ll burn extra calories more efficiently.

• Cinnamon balances blood sugar and reduces ill effects of sweet foods. Stir a little into tea or coffee.

• Watch portion sizes like a hawk. Forego the extra spoonful, the second mince pie, never pile food high. Enjoy everything, say no to nothing - but do it all in moderation.

• At the supermarket, avoid huge ‘bargain’ packs of special nuts, biscuits etc. Buy smaller sizes and cut the temptation.

• Serve two vegetables with each meal (try not to smother them in cream sauce) and put salad greens in every sandwich.

• Custom children’s clothing, bedding, curtains.

• Home accessories.

• Personal monogramming, embroidery.

• School mascot designs on cups, shirts, mouse-pads • Custom rhinestone designs, and much more....

Contact Gloria 281-804-9879 gloria@glosbuttonsandbows.com Glencairn

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Mix condensed milk and coconut together and spread over crust.

Bake 12 minutes at 350°F. Remove from oven. Sprinkle with real chocolate chips. Spread when melted. Cool and cut into squares.

Source: www.cooks.com

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter 1 Egg 1 teaspoon vanilla

Praline Cookies 1 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1 1/2 cup flour 1 cup chopped pecans

DIRECTIONS: Heat oven to 350°F. Cream butter, sugar and egg. Stir in flour, vanilla and pecans. Mix well by hand. Shape into balls about the size of walnuts, place on cookie sheets and flatten to about 1/8 inch. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, or until brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely and harden.

Source: www.freebiesandstuff.freeyellow.com/christmas/ DISCLAIMER: Articles and ads in this newsletter express the opinions of their authors and do not necessarily reflect to opinions of Krenek Printing Co. or its employees. Krenek Printing is not responsible for the accuracy of any facts stated in articles submitted by others. The publisher also assumes no responsibility for the advertising content with in this publication. All warranties and representations make in the advertising content are solely that of the advertiser and any such claims regarding its content should be taken up with the advertiser.

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.

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.

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Ingredients: 2 cup crushed graham crackers 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1/2 cup butter 1 can sweetened condensed milk 8 oz. pkg. coconut (2 1/2 cups) 1 12 oz. package real chocolate chips

DIRECTIONS: Mix graham crackers, powdered sugar and melted butter and pat into 9 x 13 pan. Bake 12 minutes at 350°F.

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www.krenekprinting.com FOR SALE Yamaha flugel horn, silver, $500; Holton trumpet, silver, $500; Olds cornet, silver, $300; Roland arranger, $250. All OBO and in excellent condition with cases. Call 281-676-4176.

Croscill queen comforter, w/accessories, $35; TV, JVC 27”, CRT w/ glass door stand, $60; kitchen sink, double, stainless, with faucet, $50. 281-463-4898.

Doll house, $65; toy chest, $35. Both need TLC by Grandpa/Dad for grandchild. 281-856-9000.

GE refrigerator, profile 23.6 cft., double door, water & ice dispenser, $350; Dot Matrix printer, XX-P1124, $50; modern computer table, $35; cable modem, Westell Wirespeed, $10; beveled glass coffee table, $30; old model fax machine, $10; water bed water cover, $10. Call 281-550-6308.

Hutch with dinning table and 6 chairs, white wash finish, $700.

Call 281-550-6308.

50 piece spade Christmas Tree china and crystal, 8 of each dinner plates, salad plates, cups, saucers, wine glasses, iced beverage glasses, plus 2 large candle holders. Many pieces never used, all look new, $375. Many serving pieces avalible, many never used.

Call for prices. 713-983-6063.

Beautiful brass and glass lighted display cabinet, 83 1/2” x 32” x 16,” $400. Carol 281-463-1094.

Breakfast table with 6 chairs, $299; TV armoire, $275; lamps, $50; Lajos Markos “Remember the Alamo” framed, signed artist proof, $2,500; Duncan Phyfe dining table with 6 Bombay Company chairs, $850; pedestal globe, $30; 2 model cars, $49; model ship, $25.

281-814-7436.

48” round Formica top kitchen table with 12” leaf and 6 maple chairs. Recently refinished, very good condition, $150; solid pine twin head and foot board with side rails, good condition, $75; upholstered platform rocker, blue, needs work, $35. Call 281-948-9924. .

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Golf balls for sale. Gently used, clean, ready for play. 40 balls per bag, each bag includes 10 Titleist, $20 per bag.

Please call 281-799-3433.

Giant road bike, small frame, fits 5’2”-5’6,” $400; Treadmill, $200.

832-643-9119.

Lots of outdoor x-mas lights, $250; Two large white outdoor wire wreaths with white lights, $75 each; A gazillion Legos, some robotic and Lego books, $300. 281-550-8113 or sobayer@aol.com.

Beautiful diamond platinum engagement ring; white gold diamond wedding ring; ¾ carat diamond stud earrings; set of 6 each Waterford crystal Elberon flute, beverage & wine glasses-most never used.

E-mail for pricing and pictures. bcdepaolis@gmail.com.

Upright 16cf freezer, $75; beautiful mahogany antique round table w/6 chairs and 18’ leaf, $200; stainless vent-a-hood, $25.

All in great condition. Call 713-417-4821.

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

Asking price, $900. 281-844-6896.

Power lift recliner, brand new, never used, camel color, paid $1,200, asking $700 OBO. 281-858-1043.

Rainbow Play System: 2 swings, 360 tire swing, 3 station swing beam, Jacob’s rope ladder, knotted rope w/ disc swing, slide, playhouse and more. Asking $1,400 OBO. Contact Joe 832-654-8886.

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

Bear Creek Animal Clinic Pet Wellness Fair Saturday, December 17th, (8am-11:30am) www.bearcreekanimalclinic.com Ask about Senior and Dental Days

Recession Buster Savings!!!

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

281-392-6518.

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

Cheryl 281-543-2409.

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

Contact School8007@aol.com.

MOVING/GARAGE SALES Estate Sale: Duncan Phife dining table, $350; dark Rattan barrelback chair & sectional sofa, $750; Ancient Minnesota peddle sewing machine, $100; Florida light maple bedroom set, 2 night stands, headboard, vanity w/mirror, $350; Admiral Signature 21 cu.ft. frost-free refrigerator w/ice maker, $125; Roper heavy duty large capacity electric dryer, $85; solid oak dining table w/six chairs, 2 leaves, $350; white Fossil Rock 2 end tables, sofa table and coffee table w/glass tops, $400; blue/white country plaid sleeper sofa, $175; solid pecan credenza, $125; Florida dark maple bedroom set, 2 nightstands, headboard, vanity w/mirror, $350. 281-856-0765

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AUTOMOTIVE Rare 1967 Pontiac Firebird convertible, re-built, under warranty, 400 Pontiac motor-not matching no., less than 400 miles, totally restored, yellow with black interior, new paint, new disk brakes, new suspension, new interior & new black top with cover, new custom sound system, $24,000. Firm. 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. 17” Dodge Ram 1500 wheels and tires, 265/70/17, $650 OBO. Call 713-898-0912.

WANTED Wanted: Treadmill. 281-345-9364.

Wanted: To buy Rolex watches.

281-414-3597.

HELP WANTED - CARE Mature female to live in and care for elderly female in Settlers Village. Duties include light cleaning and detailed personal care. 832-470-8045.

HELP WANTED Swimming pool cleaner: Needed experienced pool cleaner to help with route maintenance in Cypress and Northwest Houston. Must have dependable truck with 2” receiver towing hitch, English speaking, have cell phone and capable of lifting and carrying 100 pounds. If you meet these requirements please call 281-785-5939.

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

Lease space available, upscale salon in Copperfield. Contact Leticia 713-898-4484 or Craig 832-483-0114.

Salon Professionals - Experience hairstylist wanted for trendy salon in Copperfield.

Lease space starting at $125 per week.

Massage / facial suite also available.

Call Dana 832-434-3644.

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.

Now hiring Security Officers. Part time/full time on the job training. No experience necessary.

Professional & reliable retired welcome. Must provide TDL, Soc. Sec. card, (clear criminal history). Excellent benefits, all shift available. Call today & set up interview. 281-759-1010. 1035 Dairy Ashford, Suite 225, Houston TX, 77079.

Now Hiring! Do you love children? Small private preschool is now accepting applications. Must be dependable and energetic. Will train. Must have copy of High School Diploma or GED and copy of Social Security Card. Apply in person to 16618 Clay Road, Suite 400. 281-656-2273.

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

About Hair Salon and Day Spa is seeking experienced stylists. Apply in person 15422 FM 529, Houston, TX 77095.

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.

Sandy’s Hair Studio is now hiring an experienced hair stylist; facialist and massage therapist. We offer great commission.

Call 281-256-2279.

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

Fax Resume to 713-974-4760.

Housekeepers needed. Great hours for mom’s with school age children. 281-861-0394.

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

Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed.

281-550-0900.

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

Dental assistant position available. F/T, nonsmoker, experienced preferred, knowledge of Dentrix software and bilingual a plus. Must be state licensed; Front desk receptionist, bilingual preferred. Fax resume to: 281-861-7174. Or call 281-861-7500.

Stylist position available at Salon Picasso Studios. Lease/commission. 281-861-9911.

Paralegal - Katy area law firm looking for candidate with 5+ years experience. Ideal candidate should be proficient in Word and WordPerfect, be a self-starter, possess excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Send resume & salary requirements to 281-398-1380.

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

PETS FOR SALE Shih Tzu adorable puppies. 281-743-3500.

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

HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE Bay House in Sargent, waterfront property with boat access to house, built in 2003.

2 BR’s, 2 car garage, vaulted ceilings, central AC/heat, storage shed attached to house, carport, enclosed stairway, water & sewer system. Call Bill at 979-429-6853.

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TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES

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

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

NOVENA

Due to the amount of space involved and the response of those wishing to publish a Novena to St. Jude, a Novena to St. Jude will be published along with a list of initials of those wishing to publish one.

We are sorry, but we cannot make exceptions. $5 Charge for each Novena per area. Please specify which area you would your Novena to appear in.

- Krenek Printing.

NOVENA TO ST. JUDE

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

Glencairn

December 2011

IMPORTANT NUMBERS GLENCAIRN C.I.A.....ACMP 16650 Pine Forest Houston, Tx 77084 (281)855-9867 email: acmpinc@swbell.net

FARMERS

®

Greg Conn Insurance Agency "Gets You Back Where You Belong"

Flood Insurance Auto • Home Renters Annuities/IRA's Life • Medical Motorcycle Boat Residential & Commercial

Serving the Bear Creek/Copperfield Area Since 1986

G.C.I.A. COMMITTEES Deed Restrictions: 281-855-9867 Swim Team:Elizabeth Haag 281-550-4480 kejzaghaag@sbcglobal.net POOL RENTAL: 713-771-7665 SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT 713-221-6000 911 EMERGENCY (Fire, Ambulance or Police Matter) VACATION WATCH 281-463-2648 713- 221-6000 Sheriff (Non-emergency ) HC Sheriff’s Sub-Station Clay Rd 281- 463-2648

Farmer's Level Term 2000 Plans Premier 10-Year Level Term Life Insurance* Monthly Premiums $150,000

$250,000

Male, 35 Female

$9.75 $9.25

$11.58 $10.75

Male, 45 Female

$15.88 $14.88

$19.50 $18.25

Mayde Creek High School

281-237-3000

MISCELLANEOUS Street Lights - not working Poison Control Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Harris County Health Department Animal Control (Harris County) Clay Rd. Courthouse Annex Harris County Pct 3 Maintenance US Post Office (Bear Creek) Bear Creek Library

713- 207-2222 1-800-764-7661 281- 890-4285 713- 439-6290 281- 999-3191 281- 463-2446 281- 755-6306 800-275-8777 281- 550-0885

17036 West Little York Rd., Suite 300 @ Queenston Rd.

281-345-4404 Ask About Our Winter Multi-Project Discounts!

SCHOOLS Cy-Fair School District Admin.

281 897-4000 281 463-5928 Lieder Elementary (K-5) Tipps 281-345-3350 Wolfe 281-237-2250 Watkins Jr. High (6-8) 281 463-5850 Cardiff Cy-Falls 281-856-1000 Cypress Lakes 281-856-3800

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Building your trust one project at a time!

713.416.7981

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• PAINTING INT/EXT • PATIO COVERS • CONCRETE SLABS/SIDEWALKS

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GRAND OPENING Friday, December 16th thru Sunday, December 18th Noon - 2 am

UTILITIES Electricity - Centerpoint Energy Gas - Entex Water and Sewer -Jackrabbit PUD Comcast Communications Telephone - Southwestern Bell Waste Management TRASH Pickup

Billing Repair

800-427-7142 713- 659-2111 281-579-4500 281-398-8211 713-341-1000 713- 237-6202 713- 686-6666

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TAXING AUTHORITIES Harris County Appraisal District

713- 957-7800

ASSISTANCE HOTLINES HC Children’s Protective Services Rape Crisis Suicide Prevention (24 hrs) Battered Women & Children Crisis Hotline (24 hrs) Alcoholics Anonymous (24 hrs) Lost Pets

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Can you hear Him? After 2000+ years ...

the Christmas Story is still more than just a story.

Sunday, Dec. 11 @ 10 am

(at Watkins Middle School • 4800 Cairnvillage, 77084)

Christmas at Bethlehem Inn Saturday, Dec. 24 @ 7 pm

(at Calvary Community Church • 7550 Cherry Park Dr., 77095)

Candlelight Communion Service

visit

www.lifepathHouston.com

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for full details

Published by: Krenek Printing 7102 Glen Chase Ct • Houston, TX 77095 • 281-463-8649 Glencairn December 2011 email: news@krenekprinting.com for articles • ads@krenekprinting.com for business ads • classified@krenekprinting.com for classified ads