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Nottingham Country Garden Club On April 5, 2012, Nottingham Country Garden Club will feature Jennie Dunnihoo. Her program will be “Cooking with Herbs.” Meet and greet time begins at 9:30 AM and the program will start at 10 AM, followed by the NCGC Meeting. Please join us at the Municipal Utility Bldg. #81 at 805 Hidden Canyon Drive in Katy. For more information see our website: www.nottinghamgardenclub.org or call 281-578-1036 or 281-693-0016. We welcome all people interesting in gardening and gardening related areas from West Houston and the Katy area. You do not have to live in Nottingham Country to belong to our group! NCGC is a non-profit organization affiliated with the Houston Federation of Garden Clubs and the National Federation of Garden Clubs. (Our membership dues include the fees for these.) The purpose of the club is to promote beautification in the community, support local and national educational and charitable organizations and educate the community about our environment. Donations from the NCGC are funded by our annual Spring Plant and Bake Sale and projects that vary each year.

Nottingham Country Garden Club annual Fundraising Plant and Bake Sale

On Saturday, March 31, 2012 from 10 am to 2 pm the Nottingham Country Garden Club will have their annual Fundraising Plant and Bake Sale. The sale will take place in the parking lot of Pin Oak Village at the SE corner of Pin Oak & Kingsland, catty corner from

Walgreens and South of Katy Mills Mall. We will be selling plants of many varieties and sizes grown by our club gardeners and home-baked goodies, all at excellent prices. NCGC is a non-profit organization affiliated with the Houston Federation of Garden Clubs and the National Federation of Garden Clubs. The purpose of the club is to promote beautification in the community, support local and national educational and charitable organizations and educate the community about our environment. Donations from the NCGC are funded by our annual Spring Plant and Bake Sale and projects that vary each year. For more information, see our website: www.nottinghamgardenclub.org or call 281-578-1036 or 281-693-0016

Local Veteran Groups Meet If you are an honorably discharged War Time Veteran or currently serving on active duty and want to associate yourself with fellow Veterans, please consider joining one of the following groups. (Each organization has its own requirements for membership.) American Legion: The Jonathan D. Rozier Post 164 of Katy Texas meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, at 7 PM at the Katy Elks Lodge #2628, at 1050 Katy-Ft. Bend Road, Katy TX. Meetings start promptly at 7:30 PM. The American Legion is the largest war time Veteran’s organization in the nation and invites all eligible Veterans to join. Proud sponsor of the American Legion Boy’s State Program. Will Miller, Post Commander. Visit us at www.LegionPost164KatyTX.org for more information.

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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).

KELLIWOOD /NOTTINGHAM/ TEENAGE JOB SEEKER’S LIST If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job seeker’s list, please fill out the form in the newsletter with your name, age, birthdate (mon. & yr.), phone number, (one only) year you will graduate (or grade presently in) and the name of your subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on your form. Mail to Krenek Printing, 7102 Glen Chase Ct., Houston, TX 77095 or email to news@krenekprinting.com. Must have parent(s) permission. Holly Thompson - B, PP Billy Riegler - PP Teddy Danielson - PP, L, C, B, CPR Elizabeth Consolini - B, RCC, SS, PP Shelby Pichon - B, RCC, T, SL Brianna Bourassa - B, P Sydney Lane - B, H, PP Brianna Purcell - B, PP Doug Peters - PP, H, L, C Grant Peters - PP, L, H, C Emily Thompson - B, PP Merna Wahba - B, PP April Lewis - B, PP, CPR, FAC, RCC Brennan Day - B, PP Hannah Morris - B, PP, CPR, FAC, RCC Power Donnelly - B, C, PP, L, RCC, SL Charles Weston - B, C, PP, SL, L Kevin Alexander - B, H, P, CPR Theresa Spahni - B, PP, FAC, RCC Colin Crewe - B, PP, T Kevin Panahi - PP Chloe Adkins - B, H, PP, CPR, FAC Alina Gabdrakhmanova - B, PP, T

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Swim Team Registration Online registration is at www.NCSTtidalwaves.org for the 2012 swim season for swimmers ages 4-18. Registration started March 18th for returning swimmers and April 1st for new swimmers. Practice begins April 30th at the Mason Creek Community Center pool at the corner of Kingsland Blvd. and Houghton. Swim season ends approximately June 30th. All swimmers welcome.

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GARDENING TIPS FOR APRIL Mulch - If possible, buy Bagged Mulch. Bagging helps eliminate a great many pests that die from various causes while in the bag. When you buy ‘loose’ mulch that is trucked to your home, you are also buying ants, roaches, termites, etc… Spend a little more on bagged material and save lots of future pest problems. Keep your mulch at least 4” - 6” below the top of your homes exposed foundation edge/side. This will aid in minimizing pests in your home and allow for quick and accurate termite inspections. Shrubs, Flowers and groundcovers - Trim all shrubs/plants at least 12” - 18” back from your home. Do your best to create a plant free zone that is 18” - 24” wide around your home. The exception is your lawn - it can grow up next to the slab as long as you keep it 4” - 6” below the top of the slab. The most conducive to termite infestation are groundcover plantings, growing high against your homes exterior or (especially) ivy that grows on your walls.

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APRIL……DID YOU KNOW? • Diamond is birthstone? Characteristic is Innocence? Flower is Daisy and the sweet pea? • First pony express service began on April 3, 1860. • Congress adopted the flag with 13 stripes and with 1 star for each station on April 4, 1818. • North Atlantic Treaty signed on April 4, 1949. • Pocahontas married John Rolfe on April 5, 1614. • Aaron broke Babe Ruth’s career major-league home run record on April 7, 1974. • General Lee surrendered to Grant in the Civil War on April 9, 1865. • The Civil War began at Fort Sumter on April 12, 1861. • Yuri Gagarin, Soviet astronaut, became first person to orbit the earth on April 12, 1961. • John Wilkes Booth shot President Abraham Lincoln on April 14, 1865. • Liner Titanic struck an iceberg and sank April 15, 1912. • Paul Revere made his famous ride on April 18, 1775. • San Francisco earthquake and fire began on April 18, 1906. • Lt. Colonel James Doolittle led planes in a raid on Tokyo, in World War II on April 18, 1942. • The Revolutionary War began on April 19, 1775 and ended on April 15, 1783. • Texans routed the Mexicans in the Battle of San Jacinto April 21, 1836. • The Spanish-American War began April 21, 1898. • The first public showing of a motion picture, in New York City April 23, 1896. • Mutiny on the British ship Bounty April 28, 1789. • Washington inaugurated as the first President of the United States April 30, 1789. • Television first publicly broadcast, from the Empire State Building April 30, 1939. • Some important people in history born in April: Hans Christian Andersen, Walter P. Chrysler, Washington Irving, Booker T. Washington, Joseph Pulitzer, Thomas Jefferson, F. W. Woolworth, Leonardo da Vinci, Wilbur Wright, Adolf Hitler, Charlotte Bronte, William Shakespeare, James Buchanan, Samuel F. B. Morse, Ulysses S. Grant, James Monroe. • The Louisiana was admitted as part of the United States.

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What is Easter? Easter is the time for holidays, festivals and a time for giving chocolate Easter eggs. But Easter means much more.... Easter is one of the oldest and the more important Christian Festivals, the celebration of the death and coming to life again of Jesus Christ. For Christians, the dawn of Easter Sunday with its message of new life is the high point of the Christian year.

What is the Easter story? Easter is the story of Jesus’ last days in Jerusalem before his death. The Easter story includes Maundy Thursday (the Last supper leading to the Eucharist), Good Friday (the day on which Jesus was crucified) and Easter Day (the day on which Jesus came back to life). It is a sad story because Jesus was killed. But the story has a very happy ending, because Jesus came back to life and visited his friends and followers once more. He did not die at all, but went back up to Heaven to be with God, his father.

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CREECH CLEANS UP AFTER SEVERE STORMS Last month a severe thunderstorm with heavy rain and hail hit the Katy area leaving a trail of trash and debris everywhere. Creech Elementary was very fortunate; our school endured minor damages. However, Creech’s playground and field had lots of trash/debris. Katy ISD staff members did not waste time they moved quickly to clean up the mess. Then on January 22nd, the Wolf Den #3 of Cub Scout Pack 585 had a trash pick-up at Creech Elementary field as part of their achievements. The majority of the troop are Creech students.

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PATTISON ELEMENTARY KINDERGARDEN “ROUND UP” NIGHT Kindergarten “Round UP” night at Pattison Elementary was Thursday, March 22nd at 6:00 PM. Kindergarten students got to meet the teachers and see the classrooms, while parents heard about Pattison’s curriculum for next year. Enrollment packets were handed out at the end of the event. Students must be 5 years old by September 1, 2012. Registration begins April 5th. Enrollment will be closed over the summer break and reopens mid-August. For more information call 281-237-5450.

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AUTHOR KATE KLISE VISITS PATTISON ELEMENTARY Author Kate Klise recently visited Pattison Elementary to conduct a workshop. While encouraging, stimulating and motivating the students writing skills, she shared her “Top 10 Tips of Things You Can Do Today to Become a Better Writer.”

BECK JUNIOR HIGH BECK 8 TH GRADER WINS HOUSTON CIVIC SYMPHONY YOUNG ARTIST CONCERTO COMPETITION AND CLEAR LAKE SYMPHONY YOUTH CONCERTO COMPETITION Congratulations to Ethan Le, 8th grader at Beck Jr. High, for winning the Houston Civic Symphony Young Artist Concerto Competition and the Clear Lake Symphony Youth Concerto Competition. He performed with the Houston Civic Symphony on Friday, March 2, 2012 at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church and with the Clear Lake Symphony on Friday, March 9, 2012 at Gateway Community Church.

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PRINCIPAL CELEBRATES 10 YEARS AT MCMEANS JR. HIGH A reception was held recently honoring Dr. Susan Rice for 10 years at the helm of McMeans Jr. High as Principal. Teachers, staff, PTA and her family surprised her with cake and punch.

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LOCAL KATY STUDENT PRESENTED APPOINTMENT TO THE US NAVAL ACADEMY BY THE DEAN OF ADMISSIONS STEPHEN “BRUCE” LATTA Local Cinco Ranch High School senior Johnathan R. Leyba was invited to attend a dinner at the Taste of Texas, with the United States Naval Academy Dean of Admissions - Capt. (Ret) Stephen “Bruce” Latta. After dinner and several Naval Academy Alumni speakers, Dean Latta presented Leyba with an official Letter of Appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy. Leyba will begin his studies at the Academy in late June.

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KATY ISD PARTNERS IN EDUCATION CELEBRATING OUR KEYS SCHOLARSHIP SPONSORS PLATINUM – Firethorne, Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union and In Honor of Ray Pratt. GOLD – Tradition Bank, Wood Group, Memorial Hermann Katy, H-E-B, Member’s Choice Credit Union, Jim and Sally Crompton and Paul and Mary Dickens. SILVER – Choice ER, Kevin F. Smith, CPA, Vernon and Stephanie Unger, Dan and Martha Brown.

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February 23, 2012 - During this week’s work study meeting, Superintendent Alton Frailey announced the reassignment of Debbie Decker as the executive director of athletics for Katy ISD. Decker has been serving as interim executive director of athletics since the retirement of Rusty Dowling in January 2012.

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Pack 209“Marked Men” Katy Boy Scout Troop 209 recently held an Eagle Scout Award Court of Honor ceremony to recognize Michael Gilbert, Ryan Goodwin and Ian Johnecheck for achieving Scouting’s highest rank of Eagle Scout. Each Scout individually completed the requirements for Eagle by demonstrating leadership skills and proficiency as well as by initiating and leading a community service project. Michael’s project benefited St. Bartholomew Roman Catholic Church’s Youth Program, Ryan’s project benefited The Katy Heritage Society and Ian’s project benefited the Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Coalition. The three began Scouting in 2000 as Tiger Cubs in Cub Scout Troop

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Boy Scout Troop 557 NEWS The Boy Scouts of Katy’s Troop 557 just had their Court of Honor recognizing the scouts’ achievements over the past few months. Many scouts in the troop received various merit badges that they have been working on. Congratulations Scouts! For more information about Boy Scouts and troop 557, contact Scout Master Derek Spier, dspier1@comcast.net.

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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Falcon Ranch Spring Garage Sale It is near time for the Falcon Ranch Spring Garage Sale Day. This year, the date is set for Saturday, April 21, 2012. There is no rain date scheduled for this event.

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CanCare’s 18 th Annual National Cancer Survivors Day Luncheon Join us for the 18th Annual National Cancer Survivors Day Luncheon with keynote speaker Eric Shanteau; cancer survivor and Olympic athlete. Eric will share his inspirational story before heading off to London for the 2012 Olympic Games. Tuesday, May 22, 2012 11:30 AM The Westin Galleria Hotel This year’s honorees: • Beverly and Warren Bright, crucial supporters of CanCare and extraordinary volunteers • Nancy Wilfong, board member and longtime community supporter of CanCare • First Junior Woman’s Club, one of CanCare’s integral community partners.

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Cinco Ranch Nature Adventure Day April 21st • 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Take a walk on the wild side at the 3rd Annual Cinco Ranch Nature Adventure. Join us for a day of exploring the wonders of nature through live animal presentations, guest speakers, educational booths and fun for the whole family. Leashed pets welcome! Location - The Lake House at Cinco Ranch 25202 Springwood Lake Dr., Katy, Texas 77494 About Special Pals: Special Pals is a limited-intake, no-kill animal shelter located in West Houston. As a non-profit 501(c)3 organization our mission is to make the world a better place for healthy cats and dogs by providing temporary shelter and health care, an alternative to euthanasia, adoptive homes and education to the community about the responsibilities of pet ownership and the importance of spaying and neutering. We offer adoption services, boarding, low-cost wellness clinics and low-cost spaying and neutering

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2012 Spring Season Theatre Program Schedule. KVPAC, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts education organization since 2001, is located at 2501 South Mason Road, Suite # 290 in Katy, at the Great Southwest Equestrian Center complex. All productions will be performed in the ExhibitForce Main Theatre at KVPAC on the Kennedy Grand Stage. For ticket prices, show details and audition information, visit www.kvpac.org. Show Date Time The King & I Apr. 13th and 14th 7:00 pm Apr. 14th 2:00 pm Mulan Jr Apr. 20th 7:00 pm Apr. 21st 12:00 pm The Secret Garden May 4th 7:00 pm May 5th 2:00 pm Lovers’ Quarrels May 18th, 19th, 25th, 26th 8:00 pm May 20th and 27th 2:00 pm

Houston Fire Fighters Making Houston the City with the Biggest Heart FOR MDA It’s official, Houstonians through the Houston Fire Fighters raised a record breaking $509,961 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association making them the #1 Fill-the-Boot department in the country for the last 9 out of 10 years raising more than $6.3 million during that time. For more than 50 years fire fighters have helped MDA by filling their boots with donations from the citizens of their community. Houston Professional Fire Fighters Local #341 will begin their 2012 Fill-the-Boot fundraising campaign for the Muscular Dystrophy Association on Saturday April 14th and May 12th during the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM to collect funds for the campaign.

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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.

A $10 donation per car earns you a day of aircraft and military vehicle displays, museum exhibits and fun. See the West Houston Squadron’s Lockheed C-60 paratroop transport (flying today after a 7 year restoration), the Basic, Primary and Advanced trainers, the CAF Gulf Coast Wing’s B-17 and tactical fighters from the Lone Star Flight Museum, as well as other CAF and privately owned fly-in WWII aircraft. Talk to the pilots who flew them then and fly them now.

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

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

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

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On Saturday and Sunday, April 21st & 22nd those big, old airplanes with the mighty round engines will be flying again as the Commemorative Air Force’s West Houston Squadron presents its 2012 Open House at Hangar B-5, West Houston Airport. Get up close and feel the prop wash and hear the noise as radial engines power these WWII aircraft. See some the old planes your father, grandfather or grandmother learned to fly for World War II. April 21st & 22nd from 10 AM until 5 PM.

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Halter Inc. 2012 Camps What do we do? During our day camps, we work with farm animals including horses, goats, cows, pigs, rabbits, and chickens. We also will be riding horses. There will be arts and crafts, movies, snacks and lots of fun! What do I wear? Everyone must wear long pants, tucked in shirts, closed toes shoes w/heels. What do I need to bring? A lunch & drink. At Halter Inc. we take care of the fun! Summer Camps 2012 June 4th -8th July 16th - 20th June 25th - 29th July 23rd- 27th July 9th - 13th August 6th - 10th Hours: 9 am - 4 pm Cost: $200 for the week $50 deposit holds your place. Must be paid in full by May 15, 2012. Camp must have 5 children signed up to make. Halter Inc. 17410 Clay Road Houston, TX 77084 (between Barker Cypress and Highway 6) p: 281-861-9138 c: 281-508-6501 director@halterinc.org - www.halterinc.org

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EASTER SERVICES/EVENTS Holy Week at Living Word Lutheran Church Sunday, April 1st - Palm Sunday The Katy community is cordially invited to attend a Lenten Cantata, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Behold the Gift of Loveâ&#x20AC;? presented by the Choir of Living Word Lutheran Church. The cantata tells the story of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s redeeming love for us and retraces Christâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s suffering and sacrifice on the cross. The choir, accompanied by a chamber orchestra, will present the cantata on Sunday, April 1st at the 8:00 am, 9:30 am and 11:00 am services. Following the services, children will be invited to an â&#x20AC;&#x153;instrument petting zooâ&#x20AC;? where they can see and hear up-close demonstrations of the orchestra instruments. Thursday, April 5th - Maundy Thursday The Maundy Thursday worship service will be held at 7 pm. Friday, April 6th - Good Friday â&#x20AC;&#x153;Journey to the Crossâ&#x20AC;? begins at 10 AM and is an interactive walk through the events of Holy Week for young children and their families. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stations of the Cross,â&#x20AC;? a worship service for all ages, will be held at both 3 pm & 7 pm. Sunday, April 8th - Easter Sunday Celebration The Easter Sunday worship services will be held at 8 am, 9:30 am, 11 am and 6 pm. Living Word Lutheran Church is located at 3700 S. Mason Rd. Katy, 77450. For additional information, visit www.livingwordkaty.org.

New Hope Presbyterian Church HOLY WEEK Worship Services for Holy Week at New Hope Presbyterian Church, 1350 North Mason Road, begin Palm Sunday, April 1st, at 10:30 AM, with full congregational participation in the Procession of the Palms, special music offerings and will be followed by a potluck luncheon in Schulenberg Hall. Maundy Thursday, April 5th at 8:00 PM, is the contemplative observance of Tenebrae, highlighted with the production of the liturgical drama, Abandonment, plus special music. The celebration of the Resurrection of the Lord is Easter Sunday, April 8th, at 10:30 AM, with yet more special music. The sacrament of the Lordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Supper will be celebrated at all three services. We hope you will join us throughout the week that marks the highpoint of the churchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s calendar. Please call 281-492-8520 or check our website www.newhopepckaty.org for further information.

Cornerstone Presbyterian Church...Easter Activities You are invited to participate in our Easter season activities beginning Thursday, April 5th at our annual Maundy Thursday service at 7:00 PM. Then join us in celebration of our Lordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resurrection on Sunday, April 8th. Breakfast will be served at 9:00 AM followed by an egg hunt for children ages 11 and younger. Our Easter worship service will begin at 10:30 AM. We look forward to celebrating and worshiping with you. We are located at 1351 South Mason Road @ Park York. For more information, call 281-579-1080 or visit us on the web at www.CornerstoneKaty.org.

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BIBLE STUDIES Katy Christian Women’s Connection 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: April 12th May 10th June 7th July 12th August 9th September 13th October 11th November 8th December 6th 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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The Katy Christian Women’s Connection Bible Studies The Katy Christian Women’s Connection is offering Bible Studies at the Fellowship at Cinco Ranch Church, 22765 Westheimer Parkway, Katy - across from the Katy YMCA. If you are a member of the Katy YMCA, you will receive free childcare for your child during the study. For more information or to sign up, please contact Janet at 281-762-8252. For the latest updates, please visit our website: www.KatyCWC.org. UPCOMING BIBLE STUDIES Starting Wednesday, April 4, 2012 Wednesdays from 10:00 to 11:30 AM Know the Truth - What is truth? Is it a personal option or are these absolute standards?? Come explore Romans, one of the most influential letters ever written to people who asked these very questions. 5 lessons. For information on this Bible study, please contact Janet at 281762-8252. Katy Stake Relief Society Presidency with visiting Author Beverly Campbell: (left to right) Robyn Branning, Anne Criddle, Beverly Campbell, Sara Ferguson and Janalynn McClain. Photo by Bethany Vermillion

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On Saturday, January 21st, the Katy Stake Relief Society women’s auxiliary of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), met to hear wisdom from author and philanthropist Beverly Campbell. Campbell served for twelve years as the director of International Affairs for the worldwide Church, where she worked with ambassadors and other world leaders. Also, as a director of the Joseph P. Kennedy Foundation, she played a significant role in the creation of Special Olympics and helped establish bioethical studies at major universities. She has been able to work at the national and international level on diverse challenges such as child survival, breast cancer, drunk driving, media and interfaith cooperation. Her family’s private philanthropy includes providing fresh water wells and building concrete dams for villages in Africa. Campbell is a noted author. She wrote both: Eve and the Choice Made in Eden and Eve and the Moral Journey: Finding Wholeness, Happiness, and Strength. A recent quote used to introduce her was, “It is essential for women to become articulate in all ways - in their lives and through their voices, as defenders of their homes, their faiths, their marriages, their beliefs, their core.” The event was the annual conference of the combined Katy Stake Relief Society. The Katy Stake is a geographic area comprised of nine Latter-day Saint congregations, each with its own chapter of the Relief Society. About two hundred women attended.

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“FOR THE BETTERMENT OF THE WORLD” BAHA’I FAITH OF FORT BEND COUNTY Please join us for an informal devotional gathering, where we share music, prayers and inspirational readings taken from the major religions of the world, in an environment of unity and harmony. The Word of God, say the Baha’i Writings, provides inspiration, rejuvenates souls, gladdens hearts and renews one’s sense of purpose. The devotional is held on the 2 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. nd

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Kingsland Baptist Church Weekly Events for Adult 55+ Game Day - Meet with us every Wednesday in the Crawford Fellowship Hall from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM as we fellowship around the table playing Chicken Foot, Scrabble, Cards, etc. Bring a sack lunch (drinks provided) and we will eat together at noon. Group Exercise Class - The exercise class for adults 55+ meets every Wednesday at 8:45 AM for 45 minutes of exercise led by Christy Kennedy, a group fitness certified instructor. This is a great time to

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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.

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 Spring 2012 season. Make some new friends and enjoy the outdoors in a fun and exciting way. No experience necessary! Girls, ages 5-17, are eligible to play! Every girl makes a team and every girl plays. Registration can be completed online, in-person or by mail (visit our website for forms and dates): www.eteamz.com/whgsa. If you have questions, please feel free to email Monica Canady at westhoustongsa@yahoo.com.

KATY YMCA PROGRAMS Register now for YMCA Summer Programs. Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or ymcahouston.org. Low fees! Scholarships available. Summer Day Camp – ages 6-15 Summer Sports Leagues – Track & Field, Baseball or 7 on 7 Football Summer Sports and Specialty Camps – ages 6-14 Swim Lessons – 6 months thru adult; group & private lessons YMCA Healthy Kids Day - Saturday, April 28th, 10 AM-2 PM: This annual celebration is about FUN and FITNESS for today’s youth. Moonwalks, face painting, games, fitness demonstrations and MORE! Local vendors

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CONGRATS TO NEW BLACK BELTS, TIGER CUBS, INSTRUCTORS! Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Katy (formerly Katy TaeKwonDo Academy) is pleased to announce its newest class of Tiger Cub graduates, black belt students reaching new milestones and instructors who each passed testing requirements for their next rank level during the February rank exam. Congratulations to these students who have earned their First Degree Level 1 “Probationary” Black Belt: Anna Lewis, Joshua Cooley, Haydn DePriest, Chiraag Mittal, Alexys Morrison, Tanaya Pampattiwar, Henry Phillips, Jazzten Schnoor, Dylan Syahputra, Grady West, Lindsey West and Kayla Wylie. Congratulations to these students who have earned their First Degree Level 2 “Decided” Black Belt: Bryan Lightsey, Joseph Brinkley, Justen Dorrance, Noah Lightsey, Jimmy Lucia, Michael Nguyen, Tanmay Sharma, Bernardo Vilchis, Bruno Vilchis, Dien Chau and Annabelle Lerma.

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Fun for all the family. All ages welcome - boys & girls. Training every Sunday 2-4 PM, at Beck Junior High school Football Field. For more information, visit www.katyrugbyclub.com.

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The Katy Valkyries, a girls’ lacrosse league in the Katy area, is recruiting middle and high school girls to play in competition. Contact Liz Jones at 281 578-8439 or read more about the league on our website, www.katyvalkyries.com.

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

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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.

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Congratulations to the following students for earning their Second Degree Black Belts: Jason English, Beth Robinson, Daniela Alzate, Brandon Baker, Sneha Chezhian, Kent Gonzales, Joshua Lopez, Sanjana Menon, Luke Schaefer, Michael Schaefer and Autumn Thompson.

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

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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 or Kathy Smith 815-715-3892

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The National Charity League, Inc., Azalea Chapter honored its graduating seniors at its annual Senior Presentation in late February at the Omni Houston Hotel at Westside. At the dinner and dance attended by family and friends, chapter members celebrated the accomplishments of each of the 22 girls in the Azalea Class of 2012 and recognized her contributions to the community during her years of service in the six-year National Charity League (NCL) program. The seniors are students at three area high schools: Cinco Ranch, Seven Lakes and James E. Taylor. The mission of NCL is to foster mother-daughter relationships in a philanthropic organization committed to community service, leadership development and cultural experiences. The Azalea Chapter was formed in 1999 and in the past year its members have served over 9100 volunteer hours in support of 26 charitable organizations in Katy.

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The Star Chapter of NCL celebrated the Senior Class of 2012 in the ballroom of the Omni Houston Hotel at Westside in February. We recognized each of these 23 young ladies for what they have accomplished in the past six years in the NCL organization. They have contributed over 6,000 hours to their chapter and community working through 20 local charities. Each young lady learned how to serve her community, be a leader and open her eyes to the cultural arts around her. The Star Chapter is dedicated to mothers and daughters serving together and building a close relationship, which together empowers them to be confident, well rounded and socially aware.

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Update For North Fort Bend County

By Commissioner Andy Meyers Reported crimes have decreased 7% in Fort Bend County and nearly 9% in the Katy/Fulshear area from 2010 to 2011, despite an increase in population. The crime rate has decreased each year for the last ten years resulting in Fort Bend County having the lowest crime rate of the ten largest Texas counties. An article in the Katy Section of the Houston Chronicle reported that crime in Katy/Cinco Ranch area, which is in both Harris and Fort Bend Counties, had increased. The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office recently assigned 50 Deputies to the North County Annex located at the northeast corner of the Grand Parkway and the Westpark Toll Road. Building the Annex and locating the Sheriff’s Patrol Deputies in it will increase patrol time in the north part of the county by 10-15%, which helps decrease response times on complaints and reduce crime. The two direct connectors at SH 99 and Interstate 10 are now open, significantly reducing traffic congestion at that intersection. TxDOT has begun construction of Segment “E” of the Grand Parkway from Interstate 10 to SH 290. Fort Bend County has begun construction of the first two of ten Grand Parkway overpasses in the portion of Segment “D” from FM 1093 to US 59. Construction of all ten overpasses and of Segment “E” should be completed by year end 2013. Fort Bend County has begun engineering design on the extension of the FM 1093/Westpark Toll Road. The Project is in two Phases. Phase I consists of four lanes of FM 1093 frontage road from SH 99 to FM 1463, four lanes of main toll lanes from SH 99 to Spring Green Road, and a direct connector east FM 1093 to north SH 99. Construction of Phase I is slated to begin the fall of 2012 and will take 18-24 months. Phase II of the Project consists of four lanes of FM 1093 frontage road from FM 1463 to James Lane in Fulshear and will be about two months behind Phase I. The Project is funded mainly by TxDOT and the Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority.

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The county will construct and operate a “Park and Ride” facility on property it owns on the north side of FM 1093/Westpark Toll Road between Mason Road and Grand Mission Drive. The “Park and Ride” is funded by a federal grant. It is scheduled to be completed by late summer 2013. Destinations from the “Park and Ride” will be to the Galleria Area, Greenway Plaza and the Medical Center. A continuous right turn lane from north FM 1463 to east Interstate 10 was completed in 2011 to reduce traffic congestion at that intersection. Further improvements to FM 1463, a state road, requires the federal government to approve and fund additional feeder lanes from FM 1463 east along I 10 and an overpass at the FM 1463/I 10 intersection. Such approval and funding is not anticipated for several years. To provide additional access to I 10, the county has been working with TxDOT, Waller County, city of Katy, and various property owners and developers to build the Cane Island Parkway from US 90 on the north to connect to FM 1463 on the south. Cane Island will include an overpass over I 10 about a mile west of the I-10 / FM 1463 intersection. This Project has been stalled by the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) insistence that the state and local governments provide full funding for the ultimate I 10 overpass, which is estimated to cost $30 million. Another proposal has been made to FHWA for approval of a two-lane overpass over I 10. We currently await a response from FHWA. Fort Bend County’s North Annex at 22333 Grand Corner Drive Katy, Texas 77494, is open to serve the community. Offices in the Annex include Commissioner Precinct 3 Andy Meyers, 281-238-1400; Tax office, 281-238-1490; County Clerk office, 281-341-8685; Justice of Peace Precinct 3 - Ken Cannata, 281-238-1460, Constable Precinct 3 - Rob Cook, 281-238-1430; Sheriff Milton Wright office, 281-341-8745; Health & Human Services office, 281-238-3233; and Veterans’ office, 281-238-1480.

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Sugar Land Garden Club meets at the Sugar Land Community Center, 226 Matlage Way, Sugar Land 77478. For more information visit www.sugarlandgardenclub.org or call 281-491-1621. Sugar Land Garden Club was established in 1932 and is one of the largest garden clubs in Texas. Membership is open to all.

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• CINCO RANCH NIGHT READERS’ TO DISCUSS ‘ELVIS TAKES A BACK SEAT’ - The Night Readers’ book club will meet on Thursday, April 26th beginning at 7:00 PM, in Conference Room 2. The literary-review club is free and open to the public. • LIBRARY TO PRESENT INTRODUCTORY COMPUTER CLASSES: Adult Services staff at the library will present free, introductory computer classes. The classes will consist of a hands-on introduction to basic skills for people who would like to learn more about using these computer programs. • The “MS Excel Survival Basics” class for version 2007 will take place on Thursday, April 19th, beginning at 10:00 AM, in the Computer Lab. • The “MS Word Survival Basics” class for version 2007 will take place on Tuesday, April 24th, beginning at 10:00 AM, in the Computer Lab. The classes are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, however and reservations are required. To register online for any of the programs at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Calendar,” select “Cinco Ranch Branch Library,” and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the library at 281-395-1311 or by visiting the library. • TRACING FAMILY HISTORIES: Learn how to use the online genealogy resource, Ancestry.com, on Tuesday, April 10th, beginning at 10:00 AM, in the Computer Lab. Library staff will provide an introduction to the family-history research resources that are available in the Ancestry.com database. Learn how to get results tracing family history by using this helpful online resource. Tips and strategies for a more efficient search will be demonstrated. The program is free and open to the public. Seating is limited, however and reservations are required. • TAX FORMS AND ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FREE: The library will host a representative from the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) who will offer free income-tax-preparation assistance to taxpayers on Mondays beginning April 2nd and continuing through April 16th, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, in the Meeting Room. Patrons should bring last year’s tax return, W-2, 1099s, unemployment compensation statements and any other 2010 compensation statements to the session. Income tax forms are available at all of the branch libraries and both the income tax forms and assistance are free to the public.

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Fort Bend County “Leash Law”

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2004 GMC Sierra Extended cab truck, leather interior, Boise radio system, XM radio & On Star ready, 20-inch chrome wheels, chrome tool box. Well maintained, one owner, all maintenance records available, excellent condition, 127,000 miles. Sell for $8,500 OBO. 832-654-5339 or 281-855-9030.

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WANTED Looking for a backyard swing set, 832-630-6005. Wanted: To buy Rolex watches. 281-414-3597.

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Needed - caregiver help, someone to possibly live-in and help with light caregiver help. Or hourly would also be possible. Thank You, Johanna 281-463-4915.

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Williamsburg Parish resident looking for a weekly housekeeper to clean my home every Friday. Only persons who are dependable, honest and experienced need apply. Call 713-252-6217. Salons at Stonegate is now hiring experienced hair designers with clientele! E-mail us at: salonsatstonegate@sbcglobal.net or call 281-256-2204.

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Swimming Pool Cleaner – Hiring experienced pool cleaner to service the Cypress and Northwest Houston area. Qualified person must have a minimum one year experience in pool cleaning and water chemistry, have a clean driving record and cell phone. We provide company vehicle, cleaning equipment and chemicals. Only experienced pool cleaner need apply. If you meet the following requirements please send resume, work history and contact information to: majesticbluepoolscapes@comcast.net. Help wanted: answer phone, fill out service call sheets, call it into Tech. English, well spoken, work from your home, get paid by the calls you take. 281-686-0275 or gateguy@texassecuritygates.com. Pickett Plumbing is now hiring plumbing installation crews. Must pass background check, drug screen and have clean driving record. Call 713-896-9700. Need apprentice plumber for service calls. Contact, 281-256.2239. 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. 950 Threadneedle, Ste. 285, Houston, TX. 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.

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Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff. Must have experience working in a licensed child care facility, be flexible and dependable and have a passion for early childhood education. Call 281-401-9828 or send resume to info@discovery-schoolhouse.com. Now Hiring! Do you love children? Small private preschool is now accepting applications. Must be dependable and energetic. Will train. Must have copy of High School Diploma or GED and copy of Social Security Card. Apply in person to 16618 Clay Road, Suite 400. 281-656-2273. Michelle’s Salon is looking for good experience hairstylist, massage therapist, nail tech and esthetician, lease or commission. 832-878-1052. The Pediatric Dentist of Katy is looking for a highly motivated Registered Dental Assistant. Our Pediatric Dental practice is located at 24022 Cinco Village Center Blvd., Suite 210 in Katy. Our office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM, with lunch from 12-1 PM. On Fridays we are open from 7:30 AM to 3 PM. Please bring by your resume in person. Housekeepers needed. Great hours for mom’s with school age children. 281-861-0394. Position available for an experienced hair stylist with a great attitude and good clientele. Benefits available. Call Images Hair Studio at 281-256-2286. Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900. 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.

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PETS Looking to re-home our 3 mini Dachshunds. We are a military family about to PCS out of state and we aren’t able to take them with us. 2 females, 1 male: female - black and tan, 2 years; female - red/ cream, 3 years and male - red cream, 2 years, all long hair. Would prefer to home them all together. Would be perfect for Grandma and Grandpa or older kids. All are very sweet. Leanne, 281-347-7100, cell 619-647-5083.

PETS FOR SALE Cavalier King Charles puppies for sale. Registered, playful and happy. Ready for a new home. 281-492-6763. AKC Yorkie, Female, $600. Parents on site, estimated adult weight 3-5 lbs. 979-220-3945.

LOST & FOUND Found: Boys 20 inch bike found on front yard. Please call 281-829-1222 to claim it. Lost Cat: $$ REWARD$$ Named “Tube” blue gray silky fur, one missing front tooth, one chipped front tooth, current immunizations, microchipped. ‘TUBE’ has been a member of our family for 10 years and we miss him. If you see our precious cat ‘Tube,’ please call us right away and we will come pick him up. He’s shy around strangers and will probably run from you if you approach him. However, if you have a way with animals, you may be able to sweet talk him into your home. Thank you for your help. Call anytime, 713-306-0805 (Carole) or 417-773-3795 (Bob).

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HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE College Station Gateway Villas Townhome. Beautiful 3 bedroom, 3.5 baths, granite countertops, washer/dryer, refrigerator included. Call 281-744-5304. Student Housing UTSA - This 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home provided positive cash flow and free housing for my daughter while attending UTSA. Walking distance to campus keeps your gasoline bill low as well. Located in the Maverick Creek subdivision and priced to sell at $140,000. Please contact via email barkerbrogle@gmail.com or call 281-217-3840. Bay House in Sargent, waterfront property with boat access to house, built in 2003. 2 BR’s, 2 car garage, vaulted ceilings, central AC/heat, storage shed attached to house, carport, enclosed stairway, water & sewer system. Call Bill at 979-429-6853.

TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES Luxury Royal Sands Resort, Cancun, Mexico. 2 bed / 2 bath, oceanview timeshare, available one week only: November 10-17, 2012. Reduced to $1000. Incredible pools, spa, fitness center. Email for info and pictures of resort: Luxurycondo@mac.com.

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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. 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.

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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 – NLP IK CS TKF

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