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NATIONAL ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE AWARENESS MONTH November has been designated National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and it is about time we recognize the 5 million Americans living with this disease and the 10 million family caregivers that make it possible. Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia that attacks brain cells diminishing a person’s memory and becoming fatal over time. It impairs memory, thinking and behavior and is responsible for more than 50 percent of all dementia cases. The onset of symptoms most often develops slowly and worsen over time, until they become severe enough to interfere with daily life. The fear of Alzheimer’s may be in part due to the fact that there is no cure and the treatments that exist for Alzheimer’s are not extremely effective in slowing the progression of the disease. Current drugs for Alzheimer’s help to subdue the symptoms for only half of those who try them and on average, the drugs are only effective for a year.
SPECIAL NEEDS GROUPS ENJOY A DAY TOGETHER AT ST. PETER’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Two of Katy’s communities of adults with intellectual and physical disabilities gathered together August 13th at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church. Adults from The Arc of Katy visited St. Peter’s special needs ministry Hearts Helping Others (H2O). They enjoyed a visit from the Journey Ice snow cone truck, which is operated by Everyday Opportunities, which serves children and adults diagnosed on the autism spectrum.
H2O is a ministry of St. Peter’s that serves adults with intensive special needs, specifically those who have finished their secondary education and need additional assistance with life skills such as feeding, mobility and hygiene. H2O meets weekly In support of families everywhere who are at the church for socialization and communication opportunities. fighting this disease, consider stepping in and helping out by becoming an advo- The Arc of Katy has grown tremendously over time and currently serves about cate, making a donation to Alzheimer’s 30 adults with a variety of intellectual disabilities. It provides a safe environment research or by offering support to a pa- for participants to engage in social and physical activities. They currently meet at tient or family caregiver. Camp Cinco, a Katy Family YMCA facility, four days a week.
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Everyday Opportunities, a part of Camp Journey, started last year as a full-time day camp for adults on the autism spectrum. Proceeds from the Journey Ice snow cone truck benefit Camp Journey, including Everyday Opportunities and its participants. All of these organizations welcome volunteers. You can reach H2O at fridaynightfriends@stpkaty.org, The Arc of Katy at www.thearcofkaty.org and Everyday Opportunities/ Camp Journey at suzette.coates@gmail.com.
CHILD ADVOCATES OF FORT BEND RECEIVES COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AWARD ALONGSIDE CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTERS OF TEXAS The Children’s Advocacy Centers of Texas, Inc. (CACTX) was recognized for its efforts on behalf of child victims of physical and sexual abuse across Texas. Recognized by First Lady Cecilia Abbott, Honorary Chair of the 32nd Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards and the OneStar Foundation, CACTX joins a select group of individuals, groups and organizations honored for a significant and measurable contribution to their communities. Children’s Advocacy Centers are a nationally renowned solution to the challenges facing the child victims of sexual and physical abuse. At their core, the centers provide a place for representatives of law enforcement, legal, medical and Child Protective Service organizations to coordinate the pursuit of justice for perpetrators and therapeutic healing for victims and their families. Forging partnerships with community volunteers, child welfare advocates and Government Agencies, local centers also provide the much needed support these families need while seeking justice.
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CHILD ADVOCATES OF FORT BEND NEEDS VOLUNTEERS FOR THE 24TH ANNUAL CASA CHRISTMAS HOME TOUR Proceeds from the Christmas Home Tour help Child Advocates of Fort Bend (CAFB) advocate for the needs of abused and neglected children in this community. Through its two programs, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and the Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC), the agency touches the lives of more than 400 young victims each month. Tour hours are 10 AM until 4 PM on December 11th and 12th with a candlelight tour on December 11th from 6 PM until 9 PM. Sponsors and volunteers are needed to support the Home Tour. If you would like to participate, please contact Lisa Moore at 281-344-5108 or lmoore@cafb.org. For updates on home locations and ticket sales, go to www.cafb.org/Events/Home-Tour/.
ENERGY CITY NEW HORIZONS MUSIC PROGRAMS New Horizons music programs provide access for adults interested in making music in a supportive environment where your best is good enough! There are no auditions to join the band, people can just come along and bring their instrument! The Energy City New Horizons group is in its seventh year and is extremely fortunate to have the support of Memorial Drive United Methodist Church, including use of their facilities, as a home for practice sessions and performances. Semester dues are currently set at $100. Rehearsals are held at the ArtsNow facility on Memorial between Wilcrest and Beltway 8 (in the same shopping strip as TJMaxx). Strings rehearse Tuesdays at 10 AM and Thursdays at 6 PM. Symphonic Band rehearses Tuesdays at 11 AM and Thursdays at 7 PM. We will hold a concert Sunday, November 22nd at 2:30 PM at The Well (next door to ArtsNow). For more info, contact Terry Tullos, Artistic Director at 713-579-2933 or terrytullos@mdumc.org or our website http://ecnhm.org/6.html.
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Network Texas, a unique business networking group that supports their members and the community, hosted two Parties with Purpose benefiting Shield Bearer on September 16th in Katy and October 21st in Tomball. Proceeds from these events directly benefit Shield Bearer’s human trafficking recovery and intimate partner violence prevention programs. Houston is the number one human trafficking hub in the country due to interstate access and the close proximity to the border and Port of Houston. Many victims of human trafficking are children and in desperate need of mental health services for trauma, addiction and depression. Intimate partner violence (also known as domestic violence or dating violence) is the most common cause of injury for women ages 18-44. As many as 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner, which equates to more than 10 million people per year in the United States. The community is encouraged to learn more and get involved.
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On Thursday, November 5th, Nottingham Country Garden Club (NCGC) will feature Elizabeth Barrow as our guest speaker. Elizabeth’s presentation will be “shade gardening.” She will discuss the pros and cons of gardening in the shade, specific difficulties when gardening in the shade and hints and tips for success. She will also touch on design principles and introduce us to some shade plants suited to our area. Elizabeth is a long-time gardener in the Houston area and former owner of a garden center in the Richmond-Rosenberg area. She is a Texas Certified Nursery Professional, a Fort Bend County Master Gardener and a sought after speaker for area garden clubs.
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Monthly meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month from September through May. Meet and greet begins at 9:30 AM and the program will begin at 10 AM, followed by the NCGC business meeting. Please join us at the Municipal Utility Building #81 at 805 Hidden Canyon Dr. in Katy (77450). For more information, see our website at www.nottinghamgardenclub. org or call 979-885-6199. We welcome everyone interested in gardening and gardening related topics. We serve the West Houston and Katy areas. You do not have to live in the Nottingham Country neighborhood 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. 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 Sale and projects that vary each year.
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If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job seeker’s list, please completely 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. Email to news@krenekprinting. com (preferred) or mail to Krenek Printing, 7102 Glen Chase Ct., Houston, TX 77095. Must have parent(s) permission.
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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. Greg Clock, 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. Frank Torres, Commander. Ladies Auxiliary President, Betty Edmundson. MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART: Tri-County Chapter 723 of the MOPH meets the third Thursday of each month at the Katy Fire Station on Ave. D in Old Town Katy. Felix Garcia III, Commander, 386-793-8065 or sgtg31@yahoo.com. Additional information is available through the Veterans Memorial Museum at: 281-391-VETS (8387).
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If you like to play a musical instrument and/or sing with other musicians, we encourage you to join us on Friday nights, except the first Friday of the month, from 6 to 8 PM at a local Katy location. (No charge and non-profit.) We play on acoustic instruments, such as: guitar, fiddle, dobro, mandolin and bass fiddle. For more information, call 281-693-0391. No smoking or drinking.
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• Brown patch will continue to plague St. Augustine lawns as nights get cooler and humidity and rain continue. Discolored circles will appear in low areas almost overnight. Apply a fungicide recommended for brown patch according to label directions. Avoid walking through brown-patched turf. It spreads easily from the bottom of your shoes. If brown patch appears in the same lawn areas every year, add an inch or two of sandy topsoil to eliminate those low spots. • Fertilize St. Augustine turf with a winterizing formula to promote root growth over the winter months. Lower your lawn mover blades now and mow on a schedule that cuts no more than one-third of the grass blade away. • As chrysanthemums and other perennials finish blooming, cut flowering stalks to the ground to permit all strength to be used in making root growth. • Feed roses lightly, but avoid nitrogen fertilizers. Do not prune now. Keep up spraying program and water deeply. • Remove dead foliage and plant debris to help eradicate insects and disease organisms. Thin out and transfer volunteer seedlings. Beds made now will benefit by weathering before being planted. If soil is heavy, dig six inches deep, leave rough, cover with gymsum and strawy manure, water and allow to mellow. • Bananas are more likely to bear fruit if the trunk does not die back in winter. Cut banana stalks back to six feet, wrap with newspaper and burlap. • Continue mulching for winter. Build up a thick top mulch to protect roots from freezing and winter drying. Don’t throw away those pine tree needles; they make great acidic mulch for azaleas, gardenias and next Spring’s impatiens. • Place pansies in beds after weather has cooled. Use a little blood meat mixed in soil under each plant. • Now is the best time to plant trees and shrubs
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Fall brings back ideal growing conditions for your lawn. Cool nights, warm days, ample rainfall and morning dew are just about as good as it gets for grass. Now the lawn is ready to grow again and is looking for the nutrients it needs to recover from summer damage. Some experts will say this is the single most important lawn feeding of the year. Apply your final feeding of Scotts® Turf Builder® WinterGuard® Fall Lawn Food right before the winter months, when grass is prepping for a winter nap. This will strengthen roots and increase nitrogen storage for an early spring green up and a healthier lawn next year. Courtesy of scotts.com
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The average American consumes approximately three times the recommended daily dose of calories on the nation’s favorite turkey-stuffed holiday. If you can stomach it, here’s a look at Thanksgiving eating, by the numbers: • 1,500: The amount of calories an average woman needs each day • 2,000: The amount of calories an average man needs each day • 3,000: The estimated amount of calories in a typical Thanks giving meal, including turkey, side dishes and dessert • 5,000 to 6,000: The estimated amount of calories people consume throughout Thanksgiving Day, roughly triple the recommended daily intake • 590: The amount of calories in an average serving of a tradi tionally prepared Thanksgiving turkey • 30: Grams of fat in an average serving of a traditionally prepared Thanksgiving turkey • 400: The amount of calories in a softball-sized serving of stuffing • 25: Grams of fat in a softball-sized serving of stuffing or “the amount of fat you’d gobble up in a large, fast food serving of french fries,” says Darlene Zimmerman at the Detroit Free Press • 323: The amount of calories in a small, lightbulb-sized slice of pumpkin pie • 456: The amount of calories in a small, lightbulb-sized slice of pecan pie • 90: Calories in a typical three-ounce glass of red wine • 3,500: The amount of calories needed for the body to create one extra pound of fat • 500 to 700: Calories that healthy dieters should aim for in their Thanksgiving meal, as recommended by health experts at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center • 60: The number of minutes it takes for a 150-pound person to burn 500 calories by jogging at a moderate pace, according to Livestrong.com. Courtesy of: theweek.com
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Male deer or bucks, grow and lose their antlers every year. The antlers begin growing in early spring and by late summer they are fully-grown. Deer antlers are one of the fastest growing tissues known to man and can grow up to ½ inch per day. While growing, which can take up to 4 months, they are covered in a soft, hairy skin called velvet. Velvet is a living tissue composed of a high concentration of nerve cells and blood vessels. Velvet provides protection, blood and nutrients to the antlers. Because of the increased nerve cells on the antlers, they become more sensitive to pain than any other part of the body. Bucks are quick to learn the exact location of their antlers and learn to negotiate their way through wooded areas to avoid contact with limbs and other structures that will cause them pain. In early fall, a hardened ring forms at the base of the antlers and the blood supply to the velvet is shut off. The deer will begin rubbing the velvet off in preparation for the rutting or mating season. During rut, bucks want to show their dominance. Their antlers are used during sparring matches with other bucks. Early in the season, these matches are nothing more than some pushing and shoving but by the peak of the breeding season, they can turn into full-blown fights. After rut, the buck’s testosterone levels fall. This causes a weakening of the tissue and bone. The antlers simply fall off. There is no pain or discomfort to the animal. In a few weeks, the cycle begins again and new antlers will begin to grow. An interesting fact is that there are antlered does. Yes, I said DOES. A doe with velvet covered antlers usually has normal female reproductive organs and can still produce fawns. Hardened antlers on a doe are almost always male pseudohermophrodites, which means the “condition in which an individual of one sex has external genitalia superficially resembling those of the other sex.” These animals have female external genitalia, but have male organs (testicles) internally. TWRC Wildlife Center’s mission is to promote environmental conservation through public education and rehabilitation of native Texas wildlife. If you’d like to know how you can get involved, call 713-468-TWRC or go to www.twrcwildlifecenter.org.
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We recognize that not everyone has unlimited time to volunteer. But we are thankful that, every year, hundreds of people have time to read to our children. Promise to Read brings Katy’s business community into elementary schools each November, allowing adults to share their love of reading and allowing children to indulge their love of being read to. From Alcott to Zalbern, wockets in pockets to monsters in closets, guest readers sit down in little chairs in front of little faces and the room is transformed. Promise to Read is a tradition in Katy with many of our readers having participated since the program’s inception in 1997. Some bring their own books from home - others let the librarian or teacher choose one for them. But in either case, everyone agrees it’s the best 30 minutes they’ll spend all week. For more information, contact Heather Sanders at 281-396-2645.
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KATY ISD FOOD FOR FAMILIES
November 1st - December 11th - In 2014, our Katy ISD community raised over $25,000 helping 502 students and their families in our district. This wonderful initiative, held each December, allows the community of Katy to bring a little joy into the homes of some of our students and their families. Principals identify students for the program, and Partners in Education collects community and corporate donations. Grocery gift cards in the amount of $50, along with a note of support from the Katy ISD community, are then delivered to each student by a campus staff member. If interested in making a contribution, make checks payable to Katy ISD Food for Families. Any contribution amount is accepted. Mail or deliver check/cash to Katy ISD Partners in Education, 6301 South Stadium Lane, Room 1520, Katy, Texas 77494. For more information, contact Tammy Stringer at tammyrstringer@katyisd.org or 281-396-2645.
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KEYS mentors are adults with knowledge and experience to share, who have the desire to motivate students to reach their full potential. They commit to one student for up to one hour per week during the school day, during the school year. During those weekly visits mentors and students engage in a variety of activities - and although they may help with academics, men tors are not tutors. In Katy ISD, KEYS offers four opportunities for those who wish to join our KEYS mentor family:
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We’re proud to point out that Katy ISD has the largest Junior Achievement program in the world. So by the time our kids start their senior year in high school they’re completely familiar with JA, beginning in kindergarten when they learned about visiting a farm and planting a garden. Junior Achievement is a great venue for volunteering because it allows folks to build a relationship with students in a classroom. Volunteers attend training hosted by one of our on-site JA staff and are given a satchel full of materials pertinent to the class they’re teaching. And whether the lesson is about opening a donut shop or investing in the stock market, students all learn about work-readiness, entrepreneurship and how to dream big in the business world. Although numerous Katy ISD Junior Achievement classes are taught by parents, we have an impressive cadre of businesses who step up to do their part, with some companies “adopting” an entire school’s program. Whether you’re interested in teaching JA in a day at the junior high level or teaching five one-hour classes at an elementary school, it’s the perfect way to have some face time with a classroom full of kids. For more information, contact Necole Gibson at 281-396-2439.
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Dads with Dads - Places experienced Dads from the community who collectively coordinate their schedules to meet with groups of young high school fathers. KEYS is offered at every Katy ISD campus, each of which has a staff liaison who oversees the school’s program. All mentors must make a one school year commitment to a student and complete an application and background check. For more information, contact Martha Brown at 281-396-2468.
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L-R: Cheer Squad 2 - Katerina Finis, Laney Betke, Chloe Keen, Katie Jones, Lauren Suchoff
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KATY ISD’S BECK JUNIOR HIGH KICKS OFF NEW SCHOOL YEAR WITH NO LIMITS Beck Junior High kicked off the 2015-2016 school year in style with a fair-style schedule pick-up event. A joint effort by Beck leadership and the PTA, the event included schedule pick-up, spirit wear sales and classroom tours for students and their families. Beck Cheerleaders paraded the halls to make it a festive affair and volunteers included PTA members, teachers, retired educators and Katy ISD trustees. Principal Carra Fleming recently announced that Beck’s theme for the new year is #BJHNoLimits, to reinforce that the possibilities are limitless for all students.
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This past summer, the Cinco Ranch High School FBLA Chapter sent thirteen representatives to Chicago, Illinois to participate in the 2015 FBLA National Leadership Conference. At Nationals, Cinco Ranch FBLA as a whole received numerous awards and recognitions. The Cinco Ranch FBLA Chapter was recognized as the largest chapter in the Mountain Plains Region and the 9th largest chapter in the country. Additionally, Cinco Ranch FBLA had three students place in their competitive events: Julie Liu and Vennela Pothugunta placed 4th as partners in E-Business while Meghana Pothugunta placed 8th in FBLA Principles and Procedures.
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TAYLOR HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND The Taylor High School Marching Band Boosters, Directors and Students would like to give a HUGE thank you to all our 2015 Jetband March-A-Thon Sponsors. The event was a BIG success and was enjoyed by the entire community. Because of all the generous donations by our sponsors, the Jetband was able to put on a fantastic parade through the community. Photos courtesy of Piche Photography.
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On the eve of a Friday night Varsity football game of Katy vs. Taylor, the cheerleaders all participated by wearing gold bows in honor of childhood cancer awareness for the month of September. Way to go Taylor and Katy! Front row L-R: Ashley Martin, Rebecca Hobblesland, Summer Foley, Brooke Murski, Jordyn McCullough, Lauren Fecht and Briana Rangel. Back Row L-R: Hannah McKinley, Bren Hefty, Katelyn Woolie, Whitney Woolie, Madison Chalker, Shelby Wilson and Lauren Ramsey.
TAYLOR HIGH SCHOOL VARISITY CHEERLEADERS Taylor High School Varsity Cheerleaders had a western themed Pep Rally to kick off the fall season. In this photo you will find them showing off their “spurs.” Way to go Mustangs!
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The Seven Lake High School Show Choir “Sensations” will perform their annual musical production, Once Upon a Time, on November 6th at 7 PM and November 7th at 2 PM and 7 PM at the SLHS Performing Art Center. This musical showcase will feature musical selections from various Broadway musical productions. We encourage the community to come out and support our SLHS students. For more information, go to www.sevenlakeschoir.com or call 281-237-2857.
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YMCA TURKEY DASH REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Join us for the 13th annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Dash presented by Reliant, an NRG company. Taking place on November 26, 2015, the event features something for everyone, including a competitive 10K and 5K, as well as a Kids 1 Mile Fun Run and a 1 Mile Walk. An estimated 7,000 people will participate. In addition to racing fun, participants and families can enjoy a post race area that features a kid’s fun zone, games and food. Visit www.ymcaturkeydash.org for more information about participating or volunteering. Race Day Schedule 7:10 AM: 1 Mile Kids Fun Run 7:45 AM: 10K 8:15 AM: 5K 9:15 AM: 1 Mile Walk/Run
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4 TH ANNUAL GINGERBREAD JOG 5K RUN The 4 Annual Gingerbread Jog 5K run, 1 mile kids fun run and 1 mile family walk, benefitting the Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston (PHC) will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at La Centerra in Cinco Ranch. All proceeds go to the PHC, whose primary mission is to minister to the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of women and their families as they experience pregnancy. Online registration is available at www.thedriven.net, race day registration will begin at 6:45 AM with the 5K starting at 8 AM, 1 mile kids fun run at 8:05 AM and the 1 mile family walk/run starting at 8:10 AM For more information on the event, please contact the PHC at 281-578-0078. La Centerra is located at 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd. in Katy, Texas (77494) or go to www. LaCenterra.com. th
6 TH ANNUAL “A MERRY CHRISTMAS COOKIE WALK” Saturday, December 12, 2015, 10 AM - 2 PM Held at Family Life Assembly of God, 1012 South Mason Road, Katy, TX 77450. Delicious homemade Christmas cookies for that special loved one, last minute gift or holiday gathering. Choose from an assortment of goodies that will bring a smile to any holiday celebration. Come early for the best selection. All sold by the pound. For more information contact us at flagwomen@flag.church or call 281-392-0637.
FIRST ANNUAL WOMEN’S QUARTER MARATHON EVENT JANUARY 9, 2016 The 2016 Women’s Quarter Marathon is a women’s-only race to empower women and young girls through fitness and a healthy lifestyle. The route will start at Central Green Park, run through Cinco Ranch and back to Central Green Park where the post-race party will take place. The distance is a quarter of a marathon, which is 6.55 miles. The Mini-Quarter Marathon is 1.25 miles and is designed for girls under the age of 13 who also want to join the movement. Registration opened September 15, 2015 for this new Houston running event. Girls Inc. of Greater Houston’s mission is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart and bold by developing programs of informal education that empowers girls to live and succeed in an inequitable world. For more information on the 2016 Women’s Quarter Marathon, visit the website at www.womensquartermarathon.com.
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Willow Fork Country Club This November, honor our service personnel who have fought to preserve our freedom by participating, sponsoring or donating to our 6th Annual Swing for SIRE Golf Tournament benefiting our veterans program and honoring those who have given so much for us. Since 1983 SIRE has been providing therapeutic horsemanship to children and adults with disabilities. SIRE has also had veterans participate in our Horses for Armed Forces program since 2008. With your help, we can expand SIRE’s veteran program Horses for Armed Forces we can improve the lives of active, separated and retired service members and their families. And continue our mission to improve the quality of life for people with special needs through therapeutic horsemanship activities, therapies and educational outreach. For more information, visit our website at www.SaddleUpSIRE.org. For tickets visit, http:// events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=nsbpdebab&oei dk=a07eb6lq5me469c691e.
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10 TH ANNUAL KATY WINE FEST TO SUPPORT THE BROOKWOOD COMMUNITY’S “CENTER FOR LEARNING”
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The 10th Annual Katy Wine Fest hosted by the Cinco Ranch Rotary will be held on Friday, November 6, 2015 at the Café at Brookwood, located at 1752 FM 1489 in Brookshire. The event will begin at 7 PM and end at 11 PM. An anticipated 300 guests will be in attendance to raise money for The Brookwood Community’s ongoing training and outreach programs and to continue support for the “Center for Learning.”
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The Katy Wine Fest will celebrate wines from across the United States, including several Texas wineries. In total, more than 60 wines will be featured at this year’s Katy Wine Fest. Additionally, many of Katy’s finest eateries will offer light bites and delectable treats to event guests. No Label Brewery will also be onsite sampling different brews in the Beer Garden. The talented Chris Austin Martinez will provide the musical entertainment. An exciting silent auction and Big Board auction will feature unique items with proceeds directly benefiting The Brookwood Community. Tickets to the Katy Wine Fest may be purchased online at www. KatyWineFest.com. Day-of general admission tickets will be available at the door.
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We are a (ladies only) daytime chorus rehearsing every Friday morning from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, at the Treemont Retirement Center, 2501 Westerland, near Westheimer and Gessner. Some of us read music, but it is not required. We are provided a CD to help in learning new songs. Our director, Martha Upton and assistant director, Cay Eckland will help you find out if you are a Tenor, Lead, Baritone or Bass. We have been performing in the Houston area for over 38 years. We prepare two types of shows each year; a Christmas show with old favorites, but always a new fun tune including props, narratives and choreography. Our regular show this year is titled “Through the Years” We are singing songs from 1900 and every decade after that. If your meeting, gathering or any type “get together” would like a half hour of cheerful and melodic entertainment, call the Decibelles. We’ll be there in costume with a program of sheer delight. Come visit any Friday we are not performing. We would love to see you and if you decide to join us, we would be delighted. For more information, please call Pat at 281-497-4904 or visit our website, www.Decibelles.org.
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GRACE NOTES Singers, dancers and Instrumentalists are invited to join the “Grace Notes” a performing group which shares music with the elderly in retirement homes, Alzheimer’s and nursing facilities and community events. We sing a combination of secular, patriotic and sacred music. We also sing once a month on Sunday morning for the congregation of St. Peter’s UMC. We rehearse during the school year on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 AM at St. Peter’s UMC. Babysitting is provided. Tuesday mornings are also our “outing” days to perform in the community. Come and join this fun and wonderful music ministry. Please contact Gail Shipley at 281-782-1598 or gshipnote@live.com for more information.
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their opinion on their responsibility to our nation. The theme for 2015 is: “My Vision for America.” Students from public, private and parochial high schools and home schooled students, in the U.S. and in American high schools overseas may enter. The oral presentation must be not less than 3 minutes and no more than 5 minutes in length, spoken in English and recorded on the media specified on the application form, with no background noise or enhancements. The essay cannot contain the student’s name, city, state, grade level or refer to their nationality. Entries must be received no later than midnight Nov. 1, 2015. Deliver to VFW #8905, 21902 Hempstead Hwy., Cypress, TX, 77429 (next to Carl’s BBQ) or mail to: VFW #8905, POB 2, Cypress, TX, 77410-0002. The winning VFW Post #8905 entry will then compete for the VFW District 4 Scholarship and that winner competes for the VFW Department of Texas Scholarship. The State winner receives an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. February 27- March 2, 2016 to compete for a $30,000 VFW National scholarship that is paid directly to the recipient’s American university, college or vocational/technical school.
The Titmouse Club is a nature program for children ages 2 ½ to 5 sponsored by the Houston Audubon Docent Guild. The program is offered every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10 to 11 AM, from mid-September until mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Boulevard. Each week features a different nature theme and may include nature talks, stories, hands-on activities and walks in the woods. For more information, go to www.houstonaudubon.org and look under Audubon Docents. The cost is $5 per child per session or a 5-session card can be purchased for $20. The child must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Upcoming programs include: November 3rd & 4th: Gardening for Kids November 10th & 11th: Terrific Trees November 17th &18th: American Indians November 24th & 25th: No Class-Thanksgiving Holiday December 1st & 2nd: Animal Homes December 8th & 9th: Life in a Log December 15th &16th: Christmas in the Woods (Last meeting for the year; Class resumes Jan 12) SATURDAYS IN NATURE This program is held on the second Saturday of each month at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary. Arrive anytime between 9 and 11:30 AM. The program ends at 12 noon. A guided nature walk will begin at 10 AM. No reservations required. Donations are encouraged. This is a “whole family” program; parents or other adult guardians should participate with their children. Upcoming programs include November: Bats of Houston(Make a Clothespin Bat). December program on Invasive Species requires registration. OWL PROWLS Houston Audubon Docent Guild sponsors 4 owl prowls for the 2015-16 season. Owl prowls begin with a lively program on owls including an opportunity to meet live, rehabilitated owls followed by a walk in the woods in search of wild owls. For more information, to reserve and pay online go to www.houstonaudubon.org. Owl Prowl dates are November 20, 2015, December 11, 2015, January 22, 2016 and February 12, 2016. Owl Prowls start at 7 PM, end at 9 PM and begin in the log cabin at the Edith L Moore Nature Sanctuary. The fee is $10 for adults and $6 for children (ages 6-17). All prowlers must be at least 6 years of age and there must be at least one adult present for each two children. Dress for walking in the woods and the weather. Please park in the Memorial Drive United Methodist Church west parking lot at 12955 Memorial Drive and enter the nature sanctuary through the marked gate. Proceed down the path to the log cabin.
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Katy YMCA Winter Program Registration is NOW in progress. Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or check out our website: ymcahouston.org. WINTER YMCA YOUTH AND TEEN SPORTS LEAGUES: Register now for youth NFL Flag Football and Basketball. Teen Volleyball and Basketball registration also in progress. Registration deadline is December 6th ($10 late fee added after November 29th). SWIM LESSONS: The Y has been teaching swim lessons for over 100 years! All ages and ability levels welcome. Morning, evening, group and private sessions available. YMCA CHILD CARE 2015-16: Need a fun, safe place for your child to go after school hours? Child Care provided at most Katy ISD elementary schools until 6:30 PM. Some schools offer both before and after school care. Please call or check online for specific school offerings and prices.
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Katy Swifts Netball Club invites people to come and learn about netball and have some fun playing a great team sport. Open to everyone from eight years and up including adults. Contact katynetball@netballamerica for further information. Katy Swifts is now in its second season. Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men and youth to join in, play and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British School of Houston. Contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for further information. You can also “like” the Texas Netball Association on Facebook to see regular announcements about netball in the Lonestar State! Also visit netballamerica.com for general information about netball in America.
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Please contact Dean at volleyballkaty@yahoo.com if you are interested in playing volleyball. You must be at least 18 years old and be able to play at intermediate level. We play at different locations in and around Katy area.
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Did you play Lacrosse in college, coached lacrosse or just love the sport? We are looking for Coaches for the 2015/16 season for boys and girls. Please contact us for more information if you would like to volunteer and be a part of the Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club, 281-942-8822.
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 the Pro Shop at Cinco Ranch, 281-395-4653.
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KATY CAVALIER LACROSSE CLUB
The Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club invites you to come and see what Lacrosse is all about. Join us as we continue to bring one of the fastest growing team sports in the United States to the youth of Katy. Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club offers lacrosse for boys from Kindergarten to 8th Grade and the Katy Lady Cavaliers for Girls from Kindergarten thru High School. No experience needed. For more information visit our website, www.katycavalierlacrosse.org.
FALL CRAFT SHOWS/FESTIVALS MORTON RANCH 6TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY MARKET
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2015, 9 AM - 5 PM Morton Ranch High School 21000 Morton Rd., Katy, 77449 Benefits Project Prom 2016 Interested in being a vendor? Please email candyandthree@gmail.com.
HEARTWARMING CHRISTMAS 2015
Saturday, November 14th is our 26th annual Heartwarming at Holy Covenant UMC, 22111 Morton Ranch Road, Katy from 9 AM to 4 PM. We will have our famous Tea Room with homemade goodies, our Sandwich Shoppe, silent auction baskets and over 68 vendors selling their wares. All our proceeds go to benefit local missions. Visit www.holycov.org or call 281-579-1200, ext 329 for more information.
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CINCO RANCH LADIES CLUB ANNUAL CRAFT AND VENDOR FAIR
Tuesday November 17th, 7 PM-9 PM Cinco Ranch Ladies Club invites you to our Annual Craft and Vendor Fair at The Golf Club at Cinco Ranch. Free to the Public. Giveaways courtesy of Trader Joe’s. Complimentary Snacks and Cash Bar. Gift Drawings donated by local businesses. Shop local crafters and vendors. Visit www.CincoRanchLadiesClub.org or contact Annie Gerhardt, to donate a gift for the drawings. Cinco Ranch Ladies Club also invites you to join us on Friday, December 4th for our Annual Holiday Luncheon and Silent Auction Benefiting The Fort Bend Women’s Center at The Golf Club at Cinco Ranch. Contact joannetortorete@gmail.com to contribute a donation to the silent auction or to purchase your tickets. Visit www.CincoRanchLadiesClub.org.
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We are looking for vendors of handcrafted products to join us on Saturday, November 21, 2015 for our annual Pilgrim Festival. The festival runs from 10 AM - 4 PM. We have inside and outside spaces available. Inside spaces are limited and jewelry vendors are limited too - so get your requests/applications in early. We are located at 10840 Beinhorn Rd., Houston, 77024 in the Memorial Vilages area. For more information or booth application, contact Sue Earl at jearl8925@sbcglobal.net.
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21ST ANNUAL FROSTYFEST CRAFT FAIR
The 21st Annual Frostyfest Craft Fair will be held on December 5, 2015, at Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church, 1530 Norwalk Drive, in Katy, Texas 77450, from 9 AM to 3 PM. There will be over eighty top Texan vendors selling HANDCRAFTED merchandise. Santa Claus is coming to Frostyfest for pictures presented by Boy Scouts of Katy. Refreshments will be sold by the Knights of Columbus all day, starting with breakfast tacos. Ladies Club will be having a bake sale and quilt raffle. There will also be a Silent Auction run by the Craft Club. For more information, contact Brenda Cason at 371-781-0094 or www.epiphanycatholic.org.
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The Nutcracker Sweet Tea Party brings the community and families together as a prelude to the performance of The Nutcracker presented by Intempo Dance on December 19th at Seven Lakes High School Performing Art Center. Come enjoy this magical holiday tradition. For tickets and more details, please visit www.intempodance. com or email us at intempodance@gmail.com or call us at 281-394-2773.
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INTEMPO DANCE ENSEMBLE DANCERS THE NUTCRACKER TEA AND CHRISTMAS MINI MARKET - DECEMBER 6, 2015 Start your holiday season off with the Magic of the Nutcracker. Delight in a delectable tea party with an assortment of confectionery treats and sandwiches while meeting your favorite Nutcracker characters. Enjoy a special reading and performances from The Nutcracker Suite. Character photo opportunities and autographs. Find that special gift at our Mini Nutcracker Market from local Katy vendors. We look forward to sharing with you and your family this year. Holiday Season Memory will be Sunday, December 6, 2015 at Palacio Maria on Highland Knolls from 2-5 PM, rain or shine.
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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. To register online for any classes 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. LIBRARY CLOSINGS November 11th: Veterans Day November 26th-29th: Thanksgiving SPECIAL EVENTS • FREE SAT PRACTICE-TEST SESSION Saturday, November 14th, 10 AM-1:30 PM, Meeting Room. A representative from Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions will administer the test. This practice test will prepare students for the NEW version of the SAT test. Bring two #2 pencils and a non-graphing calculator if available. Reservations are required. • SCORE: LINKEDIN FOR BUSINESS Saturday, November 21st, 10 AM-1 PM, Meeting Room. LinkedIn is the world’s largest social-media network for professionals and is a great vehicle for con-
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necting with potential customers. SCORE mentor Celina Enamorado will talk about how to make the best use of LinkedIn to network and engage with contacts and businesses. Learn how to create a profile, receive and provide recommendations, manage groups, utilize statistics and implement best practices and strategies. EVENTS • CINCO RANCH NIGHT READERS Thursday, November 19th beginning at 7 PM, in Conference Room 2. The book to be discussed is The Aftermath, written by Rhidian Brook. • ESL CONVERSATION CIRCLES - Fridays, November 6th and 20th, 1-2:30 PM, Meeting room. Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “Conversation Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to gather in a relaxed setting and discuss topics of their own choosing while practicing their English skills. • ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - All computer classes will take place in the Computer Lab. Reservations are required. MS Word 2010 Survival Basics: Tuesday, November 10th, 10 AM MS Excel 2010 Survival Basics: Thursday, Nov.r 12th, 10 AM Web-Development Basics: Wednesday, November 18th, 10 AM E-READER Q&A: Wednesday, November 18th, 10 AM-11 AM, Conference Room.
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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS • Mother Goose Time: Tuesdays at 10:15 AM, provides caregiver/infant activities and songs especially designed for the youngest book-lovers, from age 1 month to 12 months. • Stories & Play: Tuesdays at 2 PM, for children from 1 to 3 years of age. Children will be treated to a story and then have open play time. • Toddler Time: Wednesdays at 10:15 AM and Thursdays at 10:15 AM and 11:30 AM - offers caregiver/child activities, stories and songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age. Toddler Time will NOT take place on November 11th, the library will be closed for the holiday. • Story Time: Wednesdays at 11:30 AM. Age 3-6, where they hear stories, watch movies and participate in age-appropriate craft activities. Story Time will NOT take place on November 11th, the library will be closed for the holiday. • Pajama Night Story Time: Tuesdays at 7 PM - gives families an evening option for the activities presented during the daytime. • Family Story Time: 1st Saturday of the month at 10:15 AM. All ages welcome. • Kinder Korner: 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 4:30 PM - is a time for kindergartners to enjoy stories, movies,
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crafts and other activities. Kinder Korner will NOT take place on November 11th, the library will be closed for the holiday. • After-School Breaks: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 4:30 PM - crafts, movies and stories for school-aged children in grades 1 through 3. • Tween Scene: 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 4:30 PM - activities for youth in grades 4 and 5. SPECIAL EVENTS - YOUTH SERVICES • FAMILY GAME DAY: Saturday, November 7th, 10 AM. Families with children of all ages are invited to join us for chess, board games, cards, and more. All programs are free and open to the public. For more information, call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library at 281-395-1311 or the library’s Public Information Office at 281-633-4734.
JACOB CULVER HAZEL EAGLE SCOUT - JULY 7, 2015
HOMESCHOOL CUB SCOUT PACK 164 HOMESCHOOL 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 Jack M. Jones at 281-558-5722.
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On July 7, 2015, Jacob Culver Hazel, son of Carol and Jack Hazel of Katy, earned the Boy Scouts of America Eagle Scout Award. Jacob is a member of Troop 584, a troop sponsored by the Cinco Ranch Church of Christ. For his Eagle service project, Jacob designed and built Adirondack chairs and tables for the recently constructed Lone Survivor Foundation Retreat Center in Crystal Beach, TX. This retreat center will treat members of our military who have combat stress, TBI, chronic pain issues and military sexual trauma. Jacob led over 20 volunteers who spend 225+ hours on this project. In addition to being awarded the Eagle Scout rank, he has also successfully earned 38 merit badges, completed 162 hours of service, camped 126 nights and hiked over 230 miles. He held numerous leadership positions (Patrol Leader, Chaplin’s Aid, Instructor, Troop Guide, Assistant Patrol Leader) and he is currently the Troop 584 Senior Patrol Leader. He attended and staffed National Youth Leadership Training and is a member of the Order of the Arrow. Jacob will be a senior at Seven Lakes High School in the fall and plans to attend college to pursue a career in medicine.
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Classified Ads Hotpoint 250 washing machine, $350; leather reclining love seat, brand new, only used 3 month, $350; entertainment center, dark wood, $50. 713-515-3612 and be sure to leave a message. Haier 12 bottle wine chiller/cellar, dual zone, digital controls, LED display, interior light, ultra-quiet, one year old, $100. 281-851-8374. White, solid wood, full size bedroom set: bed, dresser and desk, $1500 or best offer. 281-381-9969. New exercise bike $50; Halloween costumes $7. 832-922-5436 or 832-922-5603. Broyhill, solid wood, dining room set: table, 6 chairs, sideboard and lighted china cabinet. Asking $700 or best offer. Please contact by email: diana.es@att.net. Queen headboard, wicker and pewter metal, includes metal frame, $90; dresser, pine, 7 drawers, $100; large mirror, black frame, beveled glass 45w x 33h, $30; 2 Lamps, mother of pearl lamp, cream colored shades, $20 each, photos available on request. Call 281-858-4809. Strasburg Children’s flower girl dresses, NWT, discontinued, in white (size 3) and ivory (size 3), new $109.99, selling for $50. They all have loops for a sash. Also have 2 with embellishments, ivory (sizes 4, 6), matching ivory sash included, new $136.99, selling for $75. 281-770-6928 or jaclynchale@gmail.com.
HELP WANTED - CARE
Trinity Baptist Church is looking for several people who love caring for babies, toddlers and preschool age children. You must be 16 years or older and fluent in English. The weekly schedule is Wednesday 6:30 PM-8:30 PM, Thursday 9 AM-Noon, Friday 9 AM-Noon and Sunday 4 PM-7:30 PM. There are also special events during the year that childcare is needed as well. The pay is $10 per hour. To learn more about the position or to apply please send an email to: anne-marie@trinity-katy.org. Your contact information and a little information about yourself needs to be also included. Attach your resume if you have one. A background check and interview will be done before hiring.
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Register Tapes Unlimited (A 25 year old advertising firm) is looking for Inside Sales/Telemarketing reps to work in our corporate office call center in the Houston/Katy area. We have a contract with over 10,000 major grocery chains in 47 states and Western Canada. Heavy Cold Calling to Business Owners, $10-$15/ Hour, Commissions and Bonuses. Hourly for the first 30 days based on experience. Full Time M-F. No Late nights or weekends, great environment, benefits after 60 days, No Experience needed: www.rtui.com To apply, send resume to jamelyn.brown@rtui.com. Do you like golf, the outdoors, meeting people and fun? We are hiring at the Bear Creek Golf Course, all positions, Greeters, food and beverage, Pro-Shop and maintenance. Pick up applications at the Pro-Shop, 16001 Clay Road, Houston, TX 77084. Advertising company - looking for sales/home welcomers in 77494 or 77433. Work part time on your own schedule. Visit new homeowners in your area and go over a packet of information. Add businesses to the packet and earn unlimited $. Call 281-855-6589 for more information.
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Before/After School Counselors - Responsible adults needed to supervise children in local Katy ISD elementary child care sites either before school, after school or both. High School Diploma or GED required. Must love working with children and embody the 5 core values of the YMCA – Faith, Honesty, Caring, Responsibility and Respect. Part-time, shifts available, Monday-Friday: 6:30-8:30 AM and/or 2:30-6:30 PM. To apply, visit www.ymcahouston.org/jobopportunities or call Sherry Hubbard at 281-392-5055.
Katy Memorial Power Washing is seeking a power washing and roof cleaning technician. Requirements: must be a self-starter, flexible, team player, willing and able to work multiple jobs with minimum supervision; must be able to work on max height 2 story roofs; have a good driving record; must have experience towing a 12’ trailer and be proficient at backing trailer; no prior experience power washing or roof cleaning necessary, we train; live in the Katy, Texas area. Submit your resume via email to support@k-mpw.com.
The Katy YMCA is looking for volleyball and basketball youth sport officials. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and be able to work Saturdays. Part time (approximately 15-20 hours per week). To apply, visit www.ymcahouston.org/job-opportunities or contact Tyke Pantophlet at 281-392-5055.
Plumbers or Apprentices for repair. Bilingual preferred. Please call 281-256-2239.
Dependable Comfort Air & Heat is now hiring licensed technicians, installers and helpers. Competitive pay and 100% health coverage paid. Training available. 281-578-7245. Pool Cleaner position available. Must have your own vehicle. Valid drivers license and insurance required. Background working with pools. Background check is required. Will train. Opportunity to move up into repair work. Make up to $600+ a week depends on experience and number of pools per week. We are a Leslie’s approved company. Constant referrals. Call 713-295-0797 or email resume to jpuctx@yahoo.com. Window/Door Sales (Houston/Katy): We are looking for motivated, honest individuals with an aggressive sales mentality. Full time or part time needed. Must have sales experience in window and door projects. We are looking for additional sales help to accommodate our growth. Very lucrative possibilities. We offer Milgard, Vista, Simonton and many other brands. Interested parties please email your resume and/or qualifications to replacementwindowsofkaty@ gmail.com. This is a commission 1099 position. Looking for people to work in the field services, crew workers and helpers to work on servicing irrigation systems for growing Irrigation Company, no experience needed, will train. Must have own transportation and clean driver’s license. Growth opportunity, Northwest Houston area. Email: sprinklerworkers@gmail.com. Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900
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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, 8504 Highway 6 N., Houston, TX 77095. 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. 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 moms with school age children. 281-861-0394. Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment info. Send resume to randy@westhoustonelectric.com.
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Motorcycle Yamaha, 1600cc, very clean, 21,000 miles, $3,300. Call 832-775-5806.
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A father of three is in need of kidney transplant. Looking for a donor with blood type A or O. All medical expenses will be paid by our insurance. Please consider becoming a living kidney donor and share your spare. You can call 281-578-3389 or email to kidneyforben@yahoo.com.
TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES
Sandestin Florida/ Hilton Resort in the Baytowne wharf Village. 3 bedroom/2 bath house on the golf course. Five minutes from the beautiful Emerald Beaches. Great fall rates!!! Check us out on VRBO/569589. Please call Helene at 770-891-1468 for more information. Timeshare: Rent a fully furnished beautiful one bedroom apartment timeshare with five stars at Westgate Resorts (Towers) for a full week in Orlando, FL (or any other Westgate Resort locations). Check Westgate Locations at www.westgateresorts.com. Please call/text Mahendra at 832-455- 5344. $795/best offer for week.
Doug and Loree Brazil, Local Owners
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Galveston Seawall Condo, beautiful ocean view, full kitchen, sleeps 4-6, $500/weekend, Nottingham family owned. Completely renovated, NOT in rental pool. So close and so much fun, Galveston! Stacie 713-302-5222.
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Vacation home for rent in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath, beach, pool, tennis, golf, Mayan Ruins. For more info Google VRBO 136406 or call, 281-463-4717.
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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. 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, $465 or 7 days, $595. 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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Mason Creek Community Center provides downtown ambiance with neighborhood convenience. A wonderful location for school events, graduation, office parties, weddings, family gatherings, or any holiday event. • Sound System • Covered Patio Let us help you to make your special occasion a memorable one.
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November is observed as: • American Diabetes Month • Lung Cancer Awareness Month • Native American Indian Heritage • National Healthy Skin Month • National Family Caregivers Month Birthstone: Topaz and Citrine
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Fruit & Veggies for November: • Apples • Plantains • Collard Greens
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November Flower: Chrysanthemum Astrological Signs: Scorpio & Sagittarius
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