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What’s NeW IN aUGUst Get ready for Back to School! We have tips on back to school motivation. Plus - summer outdoor exercises - the do’s and don’ts. Tax Free Weekend is coming up too! Find out what is and is NOT tax free. And find a committee that’s perfect for you. More inside your August newsletter.
NeWsLetteR aRtICLe DeaDLINes Newsletter submissions are due by the 20th of the month for the upcoming issue. Newsletter article deadlines are: September 2012 - due 7/20
October 2012 - due 8/20
GRaND Lakes NeWs When one door closes, another opens. It’s difficult to accept this, but it is true. Recently, my volunteer career with DePelchin Children’s Center ended abruptly and without reason. I dedicated almost three years of love, care and compassion to children who were abandoned and left for nothing. These children were my world. When I was told to never return again (without any explanation as to why), I was devastated. I felt my children were feeling “Ms. Monica left us the same way our parents and families left us.� I had coordinated: a Bollywood dance performance for an international program for the kids, Thanksgiving and Easter cupcake parties, back to school pizza party, Winter Wonderland pizza party with food donated by local businesses, plus a moonwalk the kids were thrilled to enjoy, numerous gifts for the children for accomplishing improvements in behaviors and academics, a gardening project and so much more. Plus, we had given a generous gift of money, which was used to make the kids’ living quarters safer. All of this and not to mention hundreds of hours of volunteer time and dedication - all thrown away without any explanation. I decided that I am going to take action. I opened up our very own newsletter and found Crossroads. Now, I look forward to a new beginning with a, hopefully, new organization that loves children who need a good role model, as much as I do. I hope my story helps you. Email: monica_vagholkar@yahoo.com to share your thoughts.
ORGaNIzING GRaND Lakes COmmUNIty emeRGeNCy RespONse team (CeRt) The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help. CERT members also are encouraged to support emergency response agencies by taking a more active role in emergency preparedness projects in their community. Have you been trained as a CERT member? Leslie Power and Shelia Maneffa are interested in gathering names together of CERT trained individuals who live in Grand Lakes. Please email Leslie
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at freetofly1234@gmail.com if you are a member and would like to be included in this Grand Lakes Team. TEEN CERT trained members are welcome as well. We hope to get to know other CERT in Grand Lakes and be better organized and prepared to help one another in a crisis situation when first responders may not be readily available. visit www.citizencorps.gov/cert if you have not been trained but would like more information. The West I-10 Fire Department holds periodic training classes. visit their facebook page at www.facebook. com/pages/West-I-10-CERT and contact Scott Fenwick at scottfen@ swbell.net if interested in a class. The classes are held one night a week for 8 weeks at the Fire Department
GRAND LAKES POOL TAGS Everyone should have received the “2012” stickers for your pool tags. As stated in a letter sent last year, when the tags were mailed out in 2011, the current tags will be used for three years, with the addition of date stickers for the current year. This saves the association considerable money, so hold onto your tags.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS! Think about volunteering to be a community events chairperson. It’s a great way to get to know your neighbors and build community spirit. Right now, we need chairpersons and co-chairs for the following committees:
If you want to volunteer, contact Sherita Jeter, PCMI at sjeter@stes. com or 281-870-0585.
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Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hesitate to report suspicious persons to the Sheriffs. Reports from citizens are the best sources of information for law enforcement. Contact grandlakescrimewatch@yahoo.com if you would like to be involved in more organized Community Watch efforts. Emergencies or crimes in progress should be immediately reported via â&#x20AC;&#x153;911.â&#x20AC;? Non-emergency calls should go to Fort bend County Dispatch at 281-341-4665. Keep your outside lights on after dark and consider a home alarm system if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t already have one. You might want to take extra precautions to protect the rear of the house and especially the bedroom suite.
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Enhanced lighting is a quick, inexpensive and effective way of making your home less attractive to criminals. Lights on photocells are a good option, as they come on whenever it gets dark. Some people prefer motion sensors, but whatever you choose, assess your home for the best options and be sure to avoid adding lights that will shine in your neighborâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s windows. If you decide to add exterior fixtures, you first need to submit an Architectural Review application. The form is on the website. In future issues, we will offer more tips to avoid being a crime victim. please send to mjmeagher@pcmi-us.com if you have a suggestion.
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Go / Wei Qi / baduk: Learn how to play this 4,000-year-old Asian strategy game or find an opponent to challenge you. We are organizing a club to meet weekly or bi-weekly in the Katy area. All skill levels are welcome. please send an email to paul Wheeler, pkwheeler@ti.com with your interest.
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Come and join the Grand Lakes Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tennis Group. We are a group of intermediate level players (USTA rating 3.0 - 4.0) and play twice a week. Email Krish at KARWIKAR@YAHOO.COM for details.
GRaND laKeS WoMaNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GRouP foR SPaNISh SPeaKeRS A great way to get to know your neighbors, make friends and share stories from our diverse backgrounds. We meet once a month for breakfast or lunch in the home of one of our great ladies. please call or email Adita Larson for more information at 281-398-7125 or aditalarson@att.net (email).
GRuPo De SeĂąoRaS De habla hISPaNa De GRaND laKeS Es una gran manera de conocer a sus vecinas, hacer nuevas amistades y compartir nuestras historias. Nos reunimos una vez al mes a desayunar o almorzar en casa de una de nosotras. por favor llame o pase un correo a Adita Larson al 281-398-7125 or aditalarson@att.net (email).
The GRaND laKeS aSIaN INDIaN â&#x20AC;&#x153;DeSISâ&#x20AC;? GRouP The Grand Lakes Asian Indian Group organizes two meet, eat and greet events each year - one for Diwali and one for Holi. We have been hosting these potlucks for the past few years at the Cow barn park. If you are interested in joining, please register online at the Grand Lakes Desis group http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ GrandLakesDesis to communicate with other members and receive updates for future events. We look forward to meeting you soon!
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The Grand Lakes Strategy Board Game Club meets once a month for an evening of competition. If you are familiar with such games like “Diplomacy,” “Axis and Allies” and “Rail Baron,” then this club is right for you. Email billfox@chevron.com to add your name added to the email distribution list for invitations to future games.
Did you know that you can recycle your GLASS jars and bottles, along with any STYROFOAm? Our community recycling company, Best Trash, accepts glass and styrofoam! It takes approximately 1 mILLION YEARS for glass bottles to decompose and Styrofoam containers - over 1 mILLION YEARS! Let’s ALL try to recycle - with curbside pick-up so there are no more excuses!
playgroup announcements Grand Lakes PLayGrouPs Are you new to Grand Lakes? Want your child to meet new friends in our neighborhood? Grand Lakes playgroups provide an opportunity to get involved in our community while having a great time and meeting new friends. There is a playgroup for every age from newborn through kindergarten and most times/days will work around your child’s preschool schedule. Contact Elizabeth Demaree at emtheriot@yahoo.com or 281-392-8861.
Grand Lakes Chinese ChiLdren PLayGrouP! We meet each Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30 - 11:00 Am. Learn Chinese and enjoy fun with other children aged 5 and younger. Contact Stella at 713-410-0520 (Zhang Jing) or stellagrhodes@ msn.com (email).
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reCyCLinG CenTers near you! The Ft. Bend County Recycling Center in Rosenberg (just 10 miles away), accepts glass/bottles, Styrofoam and other items. Visit the Ft. Bend Co. government website www.co.fort-bend.tx.us for information. Also, check out Green Arrow Recycling located in Katy, west of Katy High School. Green Arrow accepts paper, plastics, aluminum, electronics, cardboard and other recyclable materials and welcome residential drop offs. Visit www.greenarrowrecycling.com for more information. For students seeking a volunteer opportunity, setting up a recycling program with your school is a great idea!
PeT PooPs/you sCooP When your pet poops during your walk, be prepared to scoop and trash. This is a growing issue within the community. Come with a scooper and a recycled grocery bag or anything else. It may not be the most fabulous way to walk your pet, but it does show your respect for every Grand Lakes homeowner and our beautiful community. Pet feces damages lawns and many residents are working hard to maintaining their grass!
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If you are not in the community email group, go to www.grandlakeslife.com and click “Join Our mailing List” to add as many email addresses as you like. We do not share these addresses with anyone for any reason. messages are sent only a couple times a month with items of interest to the community.
It is the law in Fort Bend County that all pets must be vaccinated for rabies, registered and restrained. All animals when outside of an owner’s means of restraint (i.e., in a fenced back yard) must be on a leash. For The saFeTy oF all Grand lakes residenTs, please use all precauTions WiTh your peTs and keep Them on leashes When WalkinG peTs in The communiTy
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EVEN IF YOU FEEL YOUR PET IS HARMLESS. If you see ANY animal roaming freely in Grand Lakes, immediately call Animal Control at 281-342-1512. Even if you recognize the animal, be very careful approaching it, as you do not know how it will react; if you can safely retrieve the animal, then call the owner. Otherwise, Animal Control is your best and safest option.
Stop that Barking! Dogs left alone all day get lonely, bored and restless. Many find relief in barking. Some respond noisily to any and all activity. Nothing is as annoying as incessant barking-even for dog lovers. If your dog is a yapper or a yowler, please consider some of these bark-abatement ideas to keep the noise down in your area. Your neighbors will thank you! Training. Always the first recommendation for any behavioral problem! Training not only helps your dog, you’ll be surprised how much it helps you, too. You may get some insight into why your dog barks so much, or what it is trying to communicate. Citronella collars. A humane alternative to the electric-shock, anti-barking collar and costs about the same. Confinement. Sometimes simply bringing an outspoken dog indoors or confining it to a crate cuts down on the disturbance to neighbors. Close drapes to help muffle street noise, or leave a radio on to mask it. Dogs are pack animals; they need companionship-a cat, bird or another dog. Consider a mid-day visit from a pet-sitting service or drop your pooch off at a friend’s place or a day-care facility once or twice a week.
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grand LakeS dog park Grand Lakes welcomes you and your four-legged friend to the community dog park. The park is located in the southeast corner of Grand Lakes: from south Fry Road go south on Rainwood Park Drive, left at Central Park (Grand Brooks Lane), left on Emily Park, left on Grandwood Lane, then right on Calico Crossing. The park and parking lot is on your right toward the end of the street.
pet LoSt and FoUnd SerViCe For grand LakeS GL resident Lisa Lambert has been providing this service since 2002 with great success. The more people who know about it the easier it is to reunite pets with their owners. If you have lost or found a pet call her at: 281-392-5792. If there is no answer, please leave a message. This service expedites the reunion of pets and their owners. If you’ve found a pet, you must be willing to hold on to it until an email alert is sent and the owner has time to come forward. There are many new residents unfamiliar with this service. Please spread the word to your new neighbors to get on the alert list. This is all about neighbors helping neighbors. Please write GrandLakes4Pets@aol.com for more information and to get onto the mailing list. Many, many thanks to all the wonderful neighbor’s who’ve helped lost pets return to their homes. 5 steps to a happier healthier pet 1. Protect your pet from extreme weather (heat, cold, rain, etc). 2. Keep indoors or in a fenced yard and on a leash when walked. 3. Make sure they’re up to date with vaccinations. 4. Always make sure they’re wearing identification, so they can be returned to you if lost. 5. Spay or neuter your pet.
grand LakeS WeBSite Go to www.grandlakeslife.com for the latest and greatest about the Grand Lakes community. The website is available for all Grand Lakes residents.
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“Unleash OUr hearts” The Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is seeking partners across the country for donations in rebuilding their facility, which was destroyed by hurricane Katrina. The Katy community was overwhelmingly instrumental in supporting families that were displaced after Hurricane Katrina through the support of Katy ISD, local businesses, various community organizations and churches. We are, once again, given the opportunity to “unleash our hearts” and be a part of the rebuilding of Louisiana SPCA. The website www.la-spca.org provides information regarding the Come Stay Heal Capital Campaign. Donations can be made online or checks made payable to Louisiana SPCA Capital Campaign, 701 Thayer Street, New Orleans, LA 70114. For questions and comments, please contact: Laura Maloney, Chief Executive Officer Louisiana SPCA, 701 Thayer St., New Orleans, LA 70114, PH: 504-368-5191, ext. 200, laura@la-spca.org (email). Your gift is tax deductible to the fullest extent provided by the law.
GranD laKes’ ParKs In an effort to ensure our common areas are available for use and in a usable condition by the residents of Grand Lakes, the Board of Directors is installing signage notifying the residents that the park is only open for use during daylight hours and the consequences should anyone be caught causing damage to the park. Please speak with your children and report any suspicious behavior you may witness as a resident to the Fort Bend County Sheriff at 281-341-4665 (non emergency).
BiKe racKs Grand Lakes’ residents are advised to lock up bikes when utilizing community parks and facilities. Bike racks are installed in various areas throughout the community.
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Use OF anY WaTerCraFT and sWIMMInG are PrOHIBITed On COMMUnITY Lakes This includes kayaking, canoeing or any form of pleasure boating. The use of remote controlled water toys is okay. Remember, our lakes are for neighborhood beautification and approved shoreline fishing. Violation of these rules is strictly prohibited!
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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 selflessness and community awareness as they make a positive impact on 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. This year 139 Senior SOS members completed the requirements to wear a white community service cord at graduation. Each of these students will receive a $1,000 to use towards their education after graduation: Kimberley Argarwal, Kenzie Buchanan, Natalie Chen, Rachel Fallin, Matthew Williamson, Nicole Yost and Jane Weber. 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 major in radio, television and film studies in college. The impact of one testimony videotaped and 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. 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 of Hurricane Katrina. Kenzie has come to love serving others and finding joy in being able to help 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.
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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. New Board members Bryan Michalsky and Charles Griffin were sworn-in and new officer seats were elected. New officers for the 2012 - 2013 school year are as follows: Rebecca Fox, President; Joe Adams, Vice President; Henry Dibrell, Secretary; Bryan Michalsky, Treasurer; Charles Griffin, Sergeant-at-Arms; Terry Huckaby, Member and Bill Proctor, Member. Katy ISD Board of Trustees meetings included a work-study meeting on June 11th and a regular meeting on June 18th. Visit the School Board page at www.katyisd.org for more information about the Katy ISD Board of Trustees.
KATY ISD BEGINS BROADCASTING BOARD MEETINGS Starting with the May 21st Board meeting, community members can watch Katy ISD Board meetings online. Each meeting will be recorded in its entirety and available for online viewing the following day.
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The Katy ISD Board of Trustees approved a change in the eligibility requirements for students to receive transportation services. Starting in August 2012, the eligibility for bus transportation will change from the current 3/10 of a mile to approximately 1/2 mile for elementary students and approximately one mile for junior high and high school students. Bus transportation will continue to be provided for students for whom a hazardous condition may exist between home and school, as well as special needs bus routes.
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Approximately 52 bus routes (elementary and secondary) will be eliminated, affecting approximately 6,600 students or nearly 21% of the 32,000 students that ride school buses daily. The Katy ISD Transportation Department began building bus routes in June and will have specific routing information available for parents sometime in August. The district will announce specific dates once they become available.
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In Texas, high school bowling began as a club sport in 2001 with the formation of the Texas High School Bowling Club Program. In its inaugural year, there were only 5 districts, 25 schools and 13 centers that participated in the program. Today, those numbers have grown to include 75 districts, 177 schools and 53 centers across the state. However, despite the rapid growth of high school bowling in Texas, it has never been adopted by the Texas U.I.L. to be recognized as a high school sport. On June 12th two Houston area high school bowlers, Keith Gardner (Katy ISD) and Dominick Savage (Ft. Bend ISD), traveled to Austin to appear before the Texas U.I.L. Legislative Committee at their Annual Policy Meeting to make a proposal that bowling be added as an U.I.L. athletic sport in high schools across the state. They prepared a presentation and were given only five minutes to speak to the committee members, which was comprised of district Superintendents from throughout Texas. Having only a limited amount of time to present their topic, Keith and Dominick focused on some of the highlights about high school bowling. At the end of their presentation, members of the Legislative Committee commended Keith and Dominick on making such a great presentation and asked several questions, such as how many students are on each of their bowling teams; which areas currently have the most concentration of high school bowlers; how much are they currently paying for a participation fee and what are there averages, to name just a few. Each committee member was provided with a copy of Keith and Dominick’s presentation along with a brochure from USBC, which discusses a little more about High School bowling. Karen Miller, the Executive Director of the Texas Bowling Centers Association, had also filed a proposal with the Texas U.I.L. to add bowling as a new U.I.L. sport and was also in attendance at the meeting as a representative of the Texas High School Bowling Club. She provided additional information to the Committee in response to some of the questions that were being asked of the youth bowlers. The Texas U.I.L. Legislative Committee will reconvene in October and will vote at that time whether or not to pass bowling as a new U.I.L. sport. Let’s hope this will be the year. It’s been 75 years and it’s about time bowling gets state athletic association recognition in Texas.
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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; Catherine Long, Cinco Ranch High School and Victoria Costilla, Katy High School. Each of these recent graduates received $1,000 in recognition of the distinguished service they provided to Katy ISD athletic programs throughout their high school years. Beckett will attend Prairie View A&M University, Long will start her studies at Valparaiso University in Indiana and Costilla will attend Texas Tech University.
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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 will be served. If you have any questions, please contact the office at 281-391-0171.
BOY SCOUTS hoMeSChool CuB SCout PaCK 164 Cub Scouts is a fun way to teach boys about character, respect, responsibility and many other traits. Pack 164 is a Christian, home school Cub Scout Pack that services the Greater West Houston/Katy area. Pack 164 promotes service to God, to country and to others. If you are interested and your son is entering 1st through 5th grade, please contact “Van” VanZant at 281-851-8374 or at van.vanzant@gmail. com . We will also have an informational meeting and registration Thursday, August 16th at 7 PM at the Bear Creek Community Center.
hoMeSChool PaCK 393 Cub Scout Pack 393 is a homeschool pack that serves the Katy area. If you have a boy between the ages of 6 and 10 (entered first grade through fifth grade this fall) and are wanting them to join an activity that is full of fun learning experiences, this is the group for you. To learn more about both scouting programs, upcoming summertime events and 393 please e-mail Sam Randolph at sumosam@sumofam.com
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3 CinCo ranCh SCoutS earn eagle ranK award On June 3, 2012, Thomas Knight (BSA Troop 230), Kyle Rumsey (BSA Troop 1288) and Daniel Schwin (BSA Troop 230) celebrated their achievement of the Eagle Scout Award. The Eagle Scout Award is Scouting’s highest and most distinguished award. Approximately 4% of all Boy Scouts achieve the rank of Eagle Scout. In order to earn Eagle Scout, each of the three boys completed a leadershiporiented, non-profit community service project. Thomas’s project involved installing a perimeter fence for Bonnie Holland Elementary’s school garden. Kyle designed and organized a landscaping restoration project for Woodsland Community REC Center in Old Katy and Daniel’s project included construction of planter boxes and outdoor patio furniture for the Willow Fork Volunteer Fire Department. As recipients of this prestigious rank, each has assumed a duty to serve God, country and his fellow man. All three scouts are graduates of Katy ISD - Class of 2012. In the fall, Thomas will attend Missouri University of Science & Technology, Kyle will attend Texas A&M University and Daniel will attend Purdue University.
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To make an environmental complaint regarding smoking vehicles, inappropriate dumping of trash, flushing motor oil down storm water sewer systems, dumping leaves into water sewer systems, etc. go to: https;//ww2.tce1.state.tx.us/complaints/index.cfm.
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If you are an honorably discharged War Time Veteran or currently serving on active duty and want to associate yourself with fellow Veterans, please consider joining one of the following groups. (Each organization has its own requirements for membership.) AmericAn Legion: The Jonathan D. Rozier Post 164 of Katy Texas meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, at 7 PM at the Katy Elks Lodge #2628, at 1050 Katy-Ft. Bend Road, Katy TX. Meetings start promptly at 7:30 PM. The American Legion is the largest war time Veteran’s organization in the nation and invites all eligible Veterans to join. Proud sponsor of the American Legion Boy’s State Program. Will Miller, Post Commander. Visit us at www. LegionPost164KatyTX.org for more information. VFW: The Floyd E. Breedlove Post 9182 of Katy Texas meets the first monday of each month at the VFW Hall on George Bush Dr. in “Old Town Katy.” Meetings begin with a covered dish dinner at 6:30 PM, followed by the business meetings of the VFW and Ladies Auxiliary at 7:30 PM. Peyton Lumpkin, Commander. Ladies Auxiliary President, Karon Cramer. miLiTAry order oF The PurPLe heArT: Tri-County Chapter 723 of the MOPH meets the third Thursday of each month at the VFW Hall on George Bush Dr. in Old Town Katy. David Lemak, Commander. Additional information is available through the Veterans Memorial Museum at: 281-391-VETS (8387).
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CINCO RANCH BRANCH LIBRARY (FT. BEND CO. LIB.) 2620 Commercial Center Blvd., Katy, TX 77494, 281-395-1311, Hours Mon. 12 Noon - 9 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 9 PM, Wed. 10 AM - 6 PM, Thurs. 10 AM - 9 PM, Fri. 12 Noon - 5 PM, Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM, Sun. Closed. CINCO RANCH NIGHT READERS’ TO DISCUSS ‘THE FOOTPRINTS OF GOD’ The Night Readers’ book club will meet on Thursday, August 16th beginning at 7:00 PM, in Conference Room 2. The literary-review club is free and open to the public. LEARN JOB-SEARCH SURVIVAL TIPS - Have you been searching for a job and not having any luck? Maybe it’s time for a change in your game plan. The library will present a free, three-part series of “Job-Search Survival Tips,” beginning on Monday, August 6th, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, in the Meeting Room. The series will continue on August 7th and 9th, at the same place and time. Different topics are discussed each night. The three-part series is designed to help all job-hunters, from those applicants applying for a position at a fast-food restaurant to executives looking for a position in a large company. The tips that are presented can help any applicant plan a more efficient job hunt and make a more favorable impression. The sessions are free and open to the public. Registration is not required and late arrivals are welcome. WEEKLY CHILDREN’S PROGRAM SCHEDULE : Tuesdays at 10:30 AM, provides caregiver/infant activities and songs especially designed for the youngest book-lovers, from age 1 month to 12 months. Program dates are: August 14, 21 and 28, 2012. at 10:30 AM - offers caregiver/child activities, stories and songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age. Program dates are: August 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 and 29, 2012. : Age 3-6, where they hear stories, watch movies and participate in age-appropriate craft activities, beginning at 2:00 PM . Program dates are: August 14, 21 and 28, 2012. at 7:00 PM - gives families an evening option for the activities presented during the daytime. Program dates are: August 16, 23 and 30, 2012. a time for kindergartners to enjoy stories, movies, crafts and other activities - takes place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 4:30 PM. Kinder Korner will not take place in August. The program will resume in . : crafts, movies, stories and more for school-aged children entering first through fifth grades - begins at 4:30 PM on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. The After-School Breaks will not take place in August. These programs will resume in . , which begins at 4:30 PM on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, is designed for youth in the 6th grade and up. The Tween Café will not take place in August. These programs will resume in .
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First Aid. Registration will begin August 6, 2012 for Harris County Resident and those who reside with the Katy City Limits, Tuesday August 7, 2012 for those who reside outside Harris County or the City Limits of Katy. ONGOING CLASSES LAND CARDIO CLASSES - This classes combines aerobics and muscle conditioning. Mondays: Cardio Muscle Ball - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM, Tuesdays: Zumba - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (must call Tuesday starting at 7 AM for reservations) Fridays: Cardio Muscle Interval - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Saturdays: Zumba – 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM (must call Friday starting at 7 AM for reservations) CARDIO-MUSCLE CONDITIONING - This class combines aerobics and muscle conditioning. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM. YOGA – This class exercises every part of the body, stretching and toning the muscles and joints, the spine and the skeletal system. It also reduces physical and mental tension, leaving you feeling calm and refreshed. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM. CIRCLE OF FRIENDS MEDITATION - An ancient Chinese art of mind-body relaxation and healing. Its benefits include increased energy, enhanced concentration, stress reduction. Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM. KARATE - 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. Tuesdays, 6:00 PM-7:00 PM -Junior class 6-12 years and Tuesdays, 7:00 PM-8:00 PM- Senior class 13 & up FITNESS MACHINES – This is a time when you can work out on your own on the fitness equipment. You must be 16 year and up & bring a full size towel and wear tennis shoes. Various times available daily. The machines are closed during class times.
Last year over 200 friends joined us for dinner and we were able to raise $17,500. Keep Kids Connected donated $5,000 for pediatric cancer research from last year’s proceeds. Since August 2010, the organization has delivered over 245 computers to kids with cancer or other life-threatening illnesses. Our wish is to be able to continue with our mission to brighten the lives of kids battling a serious illness and keeping them connected with their friends and family. 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. For more information, contact keepkidsconnected@gmail.com or go to www.keepkidsconnected.org to download ticket and sponsorship information. Forms and payment can be mailed to P.O. Box 1127, Katy, TX 77492. 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. Keep Kids Connected is a 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit Organization through the generous donations of our patrons and sponsors, we are working with hospitals and doctors to provide Netbook computers to children with cancer or other life-threatening illnesses. Potential computer recipients can check eligibility requirements at www.keepkidsconnected.org and download an application.
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All children who have completed K-5th grade (by June 2012) are invited to dive into a week of awesome Christian day camp led by the staff from Camp Lutherhill. It’s a fun week with music, games, art, Bible study and more!! Due to limited space, each child may only attend one week - August 6th-10th. go to www.livingwordkaty. org for more information or to register online.
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including Sacred (Gospel and Traditional), Broadway (this year will feature “Music Man”), “Only in America” - great # 1 hits from the big band era, Patriotic and “Old Standards.” Our group (Including singers, dancers, instrumentalists and “Hams”) creates an hour of musical entertainment for the residents. Our normal rehearsal/performing day is Monday morning. We will be starting rehearsals for our new singing season on Monday, August 6th, at 9:30 AM at St. Peter’s UMC in Asbury Hall, 20775 Kingsland Blvd., Katy. We will have seven rehearsals before starting our new season. For additional information, please call Gail (Music Director) 281-347-0233, Bill (Scheduling and Administration) 281-347-2520 or Jackie (Historian and Chaplain) 281-347-1568. you can check out our website www.oneachord.org for our current schedule and repertoire.
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).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.
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houSton FAmILy ArtS CEntEr Announces 2012-2013 seAson MeMories And TrAdiTions The Houston Family Arts Center announces its 8th subscription season, an exciting line-up of plays and musicals all of which reflect the theme of “memories and traditions.” The season includes a timeless American classic, a stunning Tennessee Williams drama, three Tony Award-winning Best Musicals, the “revival” version of a musical with characters created by cartoonist Charles M. Schultz and two hilarious comedies. Season subscriptions are available for $92-$144 and offer incredible savings, exclusive benefits and personalized customer service. Subscribers save as much as 30% off single-ticket prices. HFAC subscriber perks include the opportunity to pick the best seats before they go on sale to the general public, an opening night reception, and recognition in every Playbill. Patrons can purchase their subscriptions online at www.houstonfac.com or call the HFAC box office at 281-685-6374. Houston Family Arts Center 2012-2013 Main Stage Season Our Town (Aug. 17 - Sept. 9, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage) The Glass Menagerie (Sept. 23 - Oct. 14, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage) Crazy for You (Nov. 2-25, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage)
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TEXAS MASTER NATURALIST TRAINING TO BEGIN THIS FALL If you enjoy nature and would like to learn more, do more and/or teach young people about the great outdoors, consider joining others in a local chapter of Texas Master Naturalists. There are 60 or so friends and neighbors in the Fort Bend County area who are members and invite you to check out the organization at www.coastalprairie.org. Weekly training classes will run September 8th - October 25th. You can see more information about joining online or contact dougsimons@ yahoo.com with any questions.
HARRIS COUNTy FAIR BULLRIdING EvENT Friday, September 7, 2012 6:00 pM-10:00 pM At the Houston Farm & Ranch 1 Abercrombie Dr. Houston, Texas 77084 Live Bullriding, Mutton Bustin’, Stick Horse Race and Calf Scramble. $5 per person For more information, contact Chaille Voelkel - 281-932-2838 or chaillevoelkel@yahoo.com
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ST. EdITH STEIN CATHOLIC COMMUNITy FOUNdERS’ dAy FESTIvAL 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 for the whole family with food, games, BINGO, live music, a beer garden and raffles for amazing prizes! plus, a country store selling handmade goodies! St. Edith Stein Catholic Church - 3311 N. Fry Rd., Katy, TX 77449
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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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Morton ranch high School FFa craFt Show Morton Ranch FFA Craft Show Get a jump on Holiday shopping, Homecoming Mums and more! September 22, 2012 at 21000 Franz Road (Morton Ranch High School) from 9 AM to 4 pM. FREE admission! Vendors contact mrhsffaboosterclub@yahoo.com.
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 selection of unique jewelry, home decor, flower arrangements, handcrafted gifts, collectibles, pottery, candles and trendy clothing for ladies and children. The Fall Gift Market also features The Tea Room offering the famous taco soup, sandwiches, desserts and homemade baked goods, plus the Silent Auction/Raffle benefiting church-affiliated projects and outreach. For more information, please visit stmaryscypress.org or call Jennifer (281-655-8774) or Terri (713-301-8791). St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 15415 N. Eldridge parkway, Cypress, Texas 77429-2005, 281-370-8000.
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If you or someone you know would like to display and sell Arts, Crafts and/or Market/Retail Items at one of the most successful Arts & Crafts Shows in this area, then this is for you! The Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary, will be hosting their 20th Annual Gingerbread Village Holiday Market on Saturday, October 27, 2012. Over 130 booth spaces are available. The Arts and Crafts Show will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 6646 Addicks-Satsuma, Houston, Texas 77084 (just north of I-10 @ Hwy. 6).
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FirSt congregational chUrch oF hoUSton 18 th annUal PilgriM FeStiVal 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 jear18925@sbcglobal.net for booth prices and other information.
katy 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 Pony Baseball for ages 4-17, co-ed, will be registering for the 2012 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
Katy YMCA Summer Program Registration is still in progress. Limited spaces available. Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or check out our website: ymcahouston.org
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: Ages 6-15. No one does camp like the Y! Held at YMCA Camp Cinco, located behind Creech Elementary. Sessions still have a few spaces left for the rest of the summer. Drop off as early as 7 AM, pick up as late as 6:30 PM. Swimming, field trips, old fashioned camp experience!
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: The Y has been teaching swim lessons for over 100 years! All ages and ability levels welcome. Morning, evening, group and private sessions available. : Child Care provided at most Katy ISD elementary schools until 6:30 PM. Some schools offer both before and after school care. Please call for specific school offerings and prices. : Register now for fall youth NFL Flag Football, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball or Cheerleading. Teen Volleyball and Basketball registration are also in progress. Registration deadline is ($10 late fee added after August 26 ). : Physical Education, Theatre Arts, Spanish, Art and more are part of the Y’s Homeschool curriculum. Meets from 1 PM – 3 PM. Call for more information and pricing.
i9 sPoRts 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 . For more information, please visit www.i9sports.com or call 281-398-PLAY (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 afternoons
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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 on the fields behind the church. Cost for the league will be $35 per player covering cost of officials and jersey. First practice/games will be 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 - click on Upward and register or register in the Main Office, 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 between the hours of 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM. Cost is $75. We will be holding a clinic for the league on Saturday, September 22nd from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM in our backfields. Our practices will begin the week of September 12th. Our first games will be October 13th and go through November 17th. For more information, contact Linda Newhouse or Scott Denton at 281-859-9900.
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lady SharkS woMen’S golF aSSociation (wga) The Lady Sharks WGA are inviting new members to join our Thursday morning play day at Meadowbrook Farms Golf Club. Our purpose is to promote women’s golf and fellowship among our members while enhancing the understanding of The Rules of Golf and improving play. For more information, contact Susie Hatfield 832-437-3670, michaelhat2002@yahoo.com or Sue Crookson 281-392-4913, scrookson@entouch.net
katy ValkyrieS high School girlS lacroSSe The Katy Valkyries is a varsity team competing in the Texas Girls High School Lacrosse League and accepts players from all KISD high schools. Lacrosse experience is not necessary to join the team - we will teach you the skills and game strategy. Please see our new website at: www.katyvalkyries.org for additional information.
woMen’S baSketball leagUe Looking for as many ladies as possible to play. Ages 16+. Contact Krystal Horn for more information at katybball@yahoo.com
katy FaMily yMca Volleyball Katy Family YMCA has open volleyball for Y members on Tuesday and Thursday nights for adults only, from 8:00-10:00 PM. If you know the rules and can enjoy volleyball, please join us.
weStSide golF leagUe Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun while improving golfing skills. For more information contact Sue Crookson at 281-392-4913 scrookson@houston.rr.com or Yana Dommert at 281-394-2481 yana@entouch.net or Kathy Smith 815-715-3892.
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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. For more information about the synagogue, call the Or Ami office at 713-334-4300 or visit www.oramihouston.org - the congregation on the Web.
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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 832-321-4131 for childcare. If no answer, leave message with ages of children. moms In Prayer is an interdenominational, nonprofit organization where two 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 specifically and scripturally for children and schools. Visit the mIPI website at www.momsInPrayer.org for more information.
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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 October 11 November 8th December 6th
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
Power for today BiBle Study and Prayer “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Matt 6:34 Held every 3rd Tuesday - 6:30-7:30 pm Omni Hotel Westside - Café on the Lake 13210 Katy Freeway Houston, Texas 77079
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CreeKSide CoMMunity CHurCH 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
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 testimony of how the Lord has work through her life, with abundant blessings for her family, very inspiring and she touched everyone’s hearts. For more information about our prayer connections, directions or to RSVp, please call 281-232-8338 or visit www.KatyCWC.org.
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ditioning their body for the long haul. Regardless of your present condition, Christy will help you improve while making the exercise fun and beneficial. For more information, contact Mike Kelley at 281-492-0785. Kingsland Baptist Church is located at 20555 Kingsland Blvd. We are located across from Taylor High School Tennis Courts. For more information, you can visit us online at www.kingsland.org or call the church office at 281-492-0785.
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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Epiphany conducts their bingo games every Friday night except holidays. THERE IS No SMoKING AlloWED DuRING All BINGo GAMES. They have security, lighted parking, big screen color monitor, computerized bingo equipment, snack bar and large cash prizes. Profits benefit charitable outreach programs. Epiphany Catholic Church, Church Community Center, 1530 Norwalk Dr. (between Fry and Mason Roads, south of I-10 behind Nottingham Subdivision) off Highland Knolls. Early bird games begin at 7:30 PM and regular games at 8:00 PM. For more info, call the bingo hall number at 281-578-3905.
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St. Bartholomew the apoStle CatholiC ChurCh BiNGo At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown Katy, “BINGO” is being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except Holidays. Doors open at 7:00 PM, games start at 7:15 PM with four Early Bird games. Regular games start at 7:30 PM. All profits will benefit community outreach and Religious Education programs. The Church is located in downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You can get to the church if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right at the light, go to the second stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left and the Church Hall will be on your right one block down. For more info., call 281-391-4758.
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- Cost is $40 for entire year. Childcare provided for a minimal cost. For more info, call Faye at 713-465-3408 x 1007. - For info., call Leslie Power at 281-392-2357 or visit www.MomsInPrayer.org on the web. - meet , from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM following the KISD schedule; at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, TX 77450 in Room E221 (upstairs). For more info. or to confirm childcare, contact St. Peter’s UMC at 281-492-8031 or www.stpkaty.org. - a Stay-At-Home Support group for women of color. For more info, contact Hesma at 281-762-0262 or www.mochamomswesthouston.org. 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. - 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-profit organization. For questions, please call 281-398-7353. - offers parenting classes, for info. call 713-222-CARE. - offers parenting classes. To inquire or register, please call 281-588-8065.
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- Meets monthly on the , at 10 AM, at members homes. There are no officers of this club and membership is free to all. For more information please contact 281-5788-2078 or 281-395-1730. - please call Sharon at 281-392-1658, or email welcomewagonclubkaty@yahoo.com. : - For more info., call Helen Connolly at 832-577-7177. - meets the at 6:30 PM, at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. $15, includes dinner and guest speaker. For info., www.KatyExchangeClub.com or call Newell Cheatheam at 281-392-3034 or Kyle Simmons 281-497-7180 or www.KatyExchangeClub.com.RSVP is required. - a social club with free membership. Events are held in the Katy area. To learn more visit http://singles.meetup.com/1676. - meets on the , at various locations throughout the Houston area. For more info., contact Sue Dinges at 281-238-8382 or cell 281-381-1987. Mix, mingle, socialize and network with singles ages 35+ Group has a variety of events each month. For more details, visit www.meetup.com/Katy-Rocks. - Local organization for the spouses and partners of BP employees. Monthly activities. For membership info., contact Phyllis Crouch at phylliscrouch@comcast.net or www.bppartnershouston.com. - meets at 11:30 AM, on the , at 2nd the Merrell Center in Katy. For information contact Luanne Zacek at 281-391-8464 or lzacek@hotmail.com. - programs like STAR Vanpool, Flexible Work Schedules, transit information and NuRide visit www.commutesolutionshouston.org or call 832-681-2589.
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SOLDS FOR 2012 22734 Johndale Ct. 6438 Clear Bend 5131 Juniper Walk 22823 Roberts Run 27410 Middlesprings 9715 Chicory Chase 26706 Longleaf Valley 9826 Parsonfield 26010 Pepper Bend 27426 Villa Mountain 3527 Shoreview 2710 Crestbrook 6103 Harmony Park 13710 Pertshire 1407 Queens Bay 2719 Texas Laurel
22511 Coral Chase 3910 Rivermoss 27906 Heritage Stream 6122 Emberwood Falls 22910 Roberts Run 25323 Hall Meadow 23322 Millcross 25614 Foster Bridge 9902 Fiona Pines Trail 539 W. 17th St. 2911 Town Gate 602 E. 8th St. 9047 Necklace Tree 16023 Mickleham 6415 South Saddle Creek 4810 Hollowvine
22515 Coral Chase 5603 Timber Bay 5211 Tyler Park 4710 Derbywood Glen 10502 Lindabury Hollow 4814 Hollovine 6122 Summerfield Glade 3211 Eagles Knoll 3411 Alden Manor 2914 S. Blue Meadow 5315 Everhart Manor 5722 Spring River 27815 Pinpoint Crossing 6518 Misty Retreat 2711 Rocky Creek
5811 Grand Creek 10402 Radcliff Lake 3514 S. Lake Village 25402 Estes Lake 6003 Lakebluff 26822 Longleaf Valley 28011 Michener Falls 9423 Hawks Harbor 25303 Hall Meadow 27415 Royal Canyon 11422 Overland Trail 28910 Hollycrest 17210 Windy Pines 20802 Katie Marie 6006 Silver Thistle
CALL KYLE at 281-646-2120 Sell Quickly For Top Dollar Call Kyle at 281-646-2120 kyle@kylemacdonnell.com www.kylemacdonnell.com Re/Max Cinco Ranch 916 S. Mason Rd. Katy, TX 77450
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Classified Ads FOR SALE Spinet piano with bench, very good condition, $600. 281-578-7409. Big backyard swing set. Call for more info, 281-395-9839. Simmons Beautyrest 9” queen mattress and box springs, “Luxury Firm,” perfect condition, enclosed in vinyl protector since new, only used in guest room. $450, cash only. 281-463-4603. 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. Glass table with 4 high back, brown wicker chairs and umbrella, purchased at Chair King, $175. Ducane natural gas grill, all stainless, like new, $200. 832-437-8977. Solid wood decorative display cabinet, dark stain, good condition, $150. 281-463--8655. Solid oak entertainment center, medium oak stain, excellent condition, $325. 281-463-8655. Kawai organ, KL4, used less than 30 hours, $2500. 281-392-8034. Black & Decker electric lawn equipment: cordless push mower, cordless string trimmer and edger, cordless blower, $275 for all. 281-656-8999. Acoustic guitar, pro-custom model DR5-SRD, Cort USA soft cover, $100; acoustic/electric guitar American Legacy model AL-100, hard cover plus Esteban amplifier, $100; Yamaha portable keyboard, PSR-77, $40. Email anitainkaty@yahoo.com for pictures. Custom white, faux wood blinds for sale. 3 - 40x70, 3 - 34x58, 1 sink window 34x40. $40 each. Call 281-463-1175.
Hotze Health & Wellness Center is searching for individuals with a commitment to excellence and a passion for serving others!
We are currently hiring for the following positions:
Marcy Home Gym complete with self spotting bench, curling bar, lat-pull 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.
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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.
To apply please visit our website and fill out our online appplication at www.hotzecareers.com
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.
LOU'S PAINTING, Ltd. Spring! Summer! Fall!
AUTOMOTIVE 1999 Silverado, very good condition, $4,200. 281-734-5876. New ATV tires, only 4, Mud Light ITP, 27X10.00-12 and 27X12.00-12, value $550, will sell for $300 for all 4. Call to see 713-492-8248.
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What a great time to paint the interior & exterior of your home. at Lou's Painting would like you to relax & enjoy 2 Dugout seats to an Astros Game! With completed approved job. While supplies last. Call for your free estimate
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1985, 18 ½ foot Sea Ray. 165 Mercruiser, $3,000. Comes with accessories. 832-655-4746. 1998 Honda Civic LX 4dr AT, dark green - original owner, excellent condition, always garaged, 62,000 miles, have all maintenance records. $5,000, or best offer. 281-395-9015.
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1987 (Antique) Cadillac Allante with 105K miles. Luxury 2-door/seat convertible roadster. Beautiful gold color with four new Michelins. Looks, runs and drives great but is in need of some mechanical repairs, hence the low asking price of $2,500 cash. If you enjoy working on antique cars, come take a look. 281-221-7658.
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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. 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 Wanted: Pinball machines. Any age and condition. Cash paid. 281-855-6783. 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 - CARE Caregiver needed after school from 3 - 6 PM for 2 children, ages 8 and 12. Canyon Gate Subdivision. Must drive and have own transportation. Contact Kelly, at 713-417-4504.
HELP WANTED Now hiring security officers, part time/full time. No experience necessary. Retirees welcome. All shifts available. Accepting applications Monday Thursday, 8 AM - 11 AM. Located at 1035 Dairy Ashford, Suite 225, Houston, Texas 77079. Phone: 281-759-1035. Position available for an experienced sales/appointment setter for a local security company. Offering salary plus commission, work from home or office. Apply at 1035 Dairy Ashford, Suite 225, Houston, TX, 77079, Monday through Thursday, 8 AM to 11 AM.
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Technician wanted – no experience necessary. Are you mechanically inclined, able to take things apart and put them together again? Looking to learn a new industry or just out of school? D3S Service, a growing appliance repair company, is looking to hire technicians. This is your opportunity to start an exciting career. We will train the right person(s). Must be able to pass a background check and have own vehicle. Contact 832-334-2058 for more information. 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.
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Classified Ads Golf Hole Monitor for Par 3 Contests. Enjoy golf and the outdoors? Hole In One Challenge, a national par 3 company and affiliate of The First Tee and The World Golf Foundation, is seeking sales representatives to promote a 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. Martial Arts USA is hiring qualified Tae Kwon Do Black Belts with WTF certification, over 18 years of age, background checks and interviews will be conducted. Contact Master Shin or Master An at 281-463-9333 or email YoungAn@cyfairtkd.com.Location, 17121 West Rd. Suite 200 Houston TX 77095. Driver needed, $10 an hour, prefer someone who lives in Sunset Meadows subdivision, good for retiree or college student, 713-688-4700. Wanted - Hairstylists. Looking for a fun and relaxing place to work, one that appreciates you? Look no further! Sheri Marieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Salon & Co. is hiring great hairstylists. Visit www.sherimariesalonco.com or call 281-463-7375.
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Looking for a highly motivated and outgoing person to be the front desk for a new dental office in Katy area. Candidate should be knowledgeable about dental insurance and have great communication skills. It is a paperless office so computer skills is a must. Experience is necessary, minimum 2 years. Need to know how to schedule, run daily/monthly/yearly reports, submit insurance claims electronically and manually, work on accounts receivable, manage patient charts, discuss and present treatment plans, verify insurance, pretreatment estimates and so on, handle patient upsets, deal with software support, etc. Please forward resume to assistdds@hotmail.com. Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff. Must have experience working in a licensed child care facility, be flexible and dependable and have a passion for early childhood education. Call 281-401-9828 or send resume to info@discovery-schoolhouse.com. Now Hiring! Do you love children? Small private preschool is now accepting applications. Must be dependable and energetic. Will train. Must have copy of High School Diploma or GED and copy of Social Security Card. Apply in person to 16618 Clay Road, Suite 400. 281-656-2273. Michelleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Salon is looking for good experience hairstylist, massage therapist, nail tech and esthetician, lease or commission. 832-878-1052. The Pediatric Dentist of Katy is looking for a highly motivated Registered Dental Assistant. Our Pediatric Dental practice is located at 24022 Cinco Village Center Blvd., Suite 210 in Katy. Our office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM, with lunch from 12-1 PM. On Fridays we are open from 7:30 AM to 3 PM. Please bring by your resume in person.
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TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES Timeshare: rent a lovely condo for a full week in Hawaii. Sleeps 4, fully stocked kitchen. What else needs to be said... It’s Hawaii! $795. For information contact Cheryl at 281-855-7427. Playa del Carmen private condo, 2 bed / 2 bath. 1600 square feet, beautifully furnished. 2 blocks from beach, 3 blocks from famous Fifth Avenue. Photos, rates, guest reviews at: www.VRBO.com/235451. Call Jeff, 713-856-7774.
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.
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HELPFUL NUMBERS FOR GRAND LAKES GRANd LAkES - COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS COMMUNITY EVENTS Winter Festival Carole Fox 281-693-1183 carolejeanfox@yahoo.com Bonnie Duhart bduhart0325@gmail.com GaraGe sale OPen easter eGG Hunt Bonnie Duhart bduhart0325@gmailcom Denise Morrow disemorrow2002@yahoo.com JulY 4th event Carole Fox 281-693-1183 carolejeanfox@yahoo.com HallOWeen event Denise Morrow disemorrow2002@yahoo.com Bonnie Duhart bduhart0325@gmailcom NEWSLETTER Monica vagholkar monica_vagholkar@yahoo.com WOMAN’S ASSOC. Alexis Bante acbante@aol.com Eva Miller evajoel@sbcglobal LOST & FOUNd PETS Lisa Lambert 281-392-5792 PLAY GROUPS Elizabeth Demaree CRIME WATCH GLEN GESOFF
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POLICE/FIRE Emergency Numbers.... Fire Department (Emergency) Fire Department (Non Emergency) Fort Bend Co. Sheriff
***911*** 281-498-2800 281-498-1310 281-341-4665
Utilities/Post Office/FT BENd CO. CenterPoint Energy 713-659-2111 Reliant energy 713-207-7777 email:service@reliant.com Reliant energy light outage 713-207-2222 Municipal district Services ( MdS) GL’s MUD # 1,2 & 4 contract with MUD Services (MDS) to operate the GL public water and sewer utilities 24-Hr Repair Hotline -Water Leaks/Sewage Stoppages 281-290-6503 Billing/Payment/Customer Care 281-290-6507 Consolidated Comm.(west of Peek) 1-866-989-2255 AT & T (east of Peek) 1-800-464-7928 Best Trash 281-313-2378 (Pick up Mon. & Thurs.) (Thurs.-Recycle) Street Lights - not working 713-207-2222 1-800-332-7143 or www.centerpointenergy.com/houston> Comcast 713-341-1000 DPS Katy 281-391-4872 Katy & Park Row Post Offices 1-800-275-8777 Dept. of Public Safety 713-465-8462 Poison Control 1/800/222-1222 Ft Bend Co. Animal Control 281-342-1512
COMMUNity Katy Family YMCA Fort Bend Co. Court House Katy Chamber of Commerce
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281-396-6000 281-396-7560 281-237-7100 281-237-8800 281-237-2800 281-237-6300
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