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Oak Park Trails PlayGroup
Are you looking for a way for your child to meet other neighborhood kids? We are a neighborhood playgroup geared towards kids 3 & younger. We meet on Tuesdays at 10 AM Playtime, parent support, zoo trips & more. If you are interested, please email Kathryn at kathryn.james@sbcglobal.net.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Consider volunteering to make a difference in our community. You can find more information and sign up at www.oakparktrails.org.
To contact the Management company Crest Management Phone: 281-579-0761 Fax: 281-579-7062 Email: hayley.harkins@crest-management.com
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Before you build that shed, put up a trampoline or plant a tree in your front yard, you need to submit a form to the Architectural Control Committee. The form may be found in this newsletter, or by contacting Crest Management at 281-579-0761 or Haley.Harkins@crestmanagement.com. To save time please read the Oak Park Trails ACC guidelines. If you do not have a copy, you can request one or visit our website.
Architectural Control Committee Spotlight
Home Maintenance: • Mildew that can be remedied by power washing • Paint that is discoloring or chipping off any part of the house • Trim on the house, fascia or trim around a window that is rotting • Rain gutters that are bent, sagging or hanging • Garage doors that are dented, discolored or broken • Shutters/blinds missing slats or broken
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APRIL‌‌DID 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. • 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.
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• 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. • The Louisiana was admitted as part of the United States.
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 4â€? - 6â€? 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 12â€? - 18â€? back from your home. Do your best to create a plant free zone that is 18â€? - 24â€? wide around your home. The exception is your lawn - it can grow up next to the slab as long as you keep it 4â€? - 6â€? 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. Trees - Spray your trees at least twice annually. The spring spray eliminates overwintering pests and fungi while preparing trees to resist the pest onslaught of summer with residual pesticides. The fall spray also kills pests from the summer, prevents most fungi from occurring over the winter and puts your valuable asset off to a healthy winter’s dormancy. Lawn - Spring is the perfect time to do a fungicide treatment to stop brown patch in its tracks along with other fungi. If your lawn is thin and weak in some areas, here are some important fundamentals: a) lawn aeration b) fertilization c) weed control. Most important is proper watering
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• Water once per week (unless you get a 1/2” rain or more - then do not water.) • Water heavily (1” - 2”) for total lawn coverage. • In severe drought, water every 5th day. • Water from 5 AM to 7 AM in the morning - NOT AT NIGHT. • A heavy deep weekly watering makes the turf grow deeper, stronger and more drought resistant roots. • Less watering also saves you money!! Submitted by Aardvark Pest Control
TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS
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. (Revised 8/11) If your name was left off the list, it is because you did not return our call to update our records. You will have to resubmit your information to be put back on. Avery Malachi - PP Elisha Horbelt - PP Waad Mousa - B, T, SS Heather Odette - B, P Sarah Bockholt - B, PP, RCC Amalia Daher - B Nicole Davis - B, PP Summer Foley - B Savanna Morley - B, PP Paula Morales - B, PP, T Sheikh Rahman - B, C, H, PP, L, T, SS, CPR, FAC, RCC, SL Kevin Luster - B, PP, L, H, T, C
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April 6th - Student Holiday April 13th - Early Dismissal (All Students) April 16th - 6th Grading Period Begins
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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. BRONZE – Clear Choice Orthodontics, Sunrise Fasteners, Inc., Rip and Tammy Stinger, Exley Elementary PTA and Daryn and Robyn Ebrecht. COPPER – Ian and Connie Julian, PBK Inc., Allen and Andrea Perez, Schmidt Funeral Home, Stanley Signature Products, Tutor Doctor, Ray and Jamie Wolman, Katy Veterinary Clinic, Taste of Texas, Prosperity Bank, Katy Junior High PTA, Ken and Tracy Janda, Forrest Orthodontics, Don and Kathy Boudreaux and Steve and Sandi Meier.
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What is Sister Schools? It is a new initiative encouraging friendship, understanding and cooperation between students, parents and teachers throughout Katy ISD. One volunteer, one school at a time Sister Schools envisions a district in which all campuses have access to quality volunteer support, where cross-cultural experiences promote understanding,and where people are empowered to effect positive change.
DEBBIE DECKER NAMED KATY ISD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS
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. Decker has been with Katy ISD since 2005 as assistant athletic director. She has been responsible for assisting in the overall organization and administration of the Katy ISD Athletic Department.
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Prior to joining Katy ISD, Decker served assistant athletic director for McKinney ISD. Decker holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas A&M Commerce and a Master of Education from Tarleton State University, where she also earned her principal certification. She is also a NIAAA Certified Athletic Administrator and holds an all-level physical education lifetime certificate. The Katy ISD Department of Athletics oversees the athletic programs of all six Katy ISD high schools and 12 junior high programs. Katy ISD athletic programs have been successful state-wide as Katy ISD has won 16 state team championships.
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MCMEANS JR. HIGH PARTICIPATES IN NATIONAL NO NAME CALLING WEEK
McMeans Jr. High students involved in “No Place for Hate” participated in National No Name Calling Week by making posters for the hallways. The group also designed their t-shirts. All students were given pledge cards for the week and were given rewards for upholding the pledge all week long.
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Well-known author, Neal Schusterman, visited McMeans Jr. High 7th graders, telling them how he comes up with ideas and writes books. He autographed books and held a writing camp after the group presentation.
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RETIREMENT CELEBRATED FOR JOSE PENA
A retirement reception was held recently at McMeans Jr. High for Custodian Jose Pena. After 15 1/2 years with the Katy Independent School District, many friends, family and co-workers celebrated Jose’s retirement.
Pictured weighing his quail is Cole Hennessy.
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MCMEANS SCIENCE STUDENTS GET HANDS ON WITH HELP FROM TEXAS WILDLIFE ASSOCIATION
McMeans Jr. High students recently had hands on learning about quail with help from the Texas Wildlife Association. Students weighed, measured and dissected a quail while learning important features. The quail were weighed and measured to determine various characteristics before the students dissected them.
Pictured with Dr. Rice are (l-r) Assistant Principal David Paz, Dr. Rice, Assistant Principals Melanie Thomas and Gary McHatton.
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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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 Don’t let your kids miss out on summer fun at the Y! 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 and YMCA staff will be on hand to tell you about programs and services that cater to today’s kids! Stop by to find out about summer sports and specialty camps, day camp and swim lessons. Held at the Katy Y. 22807 Westheimer Parkway, Katy 77494.
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. 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. The following students earned their Third Degree Black Belts: Mira Bhat, Kavya Chandran, Diego Velaochaga and Christina Jones. The Katy TaeKwonDo Academy is also pleased to announce this dedicated student who passed testing requirements during the
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instructor exam to earn tiered instructor status. Congratulations George Wayne Theodoroulis on earning your new instructor stripe! Congratulations to the following students who graduated from the Tiger Cubs program into the Junior program: Owen-Thomas Gorley, Octavia Gorley, Julian Lane and Mason Roberts.
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LADY SHARKS WOMEN’S GOLF ASSOCIATION (WGA)
The Lady Sharks WGA are inviting new members to join our Thursday morning play day at Meadowbrook Farms Golf Club. Our purpose is to promote women’s golf and fellowship among our members while enhancing the understanding of The Rules of Golf and improving play. For more information, contact Susie Hatfield 832-437-3670, michaelhat2002@yahoo.com or Sue Crookson 281392-4913, scrookson@entouch.net.
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Please join us for a different golf outing every Wednesday morning. We are a small, fun group playing mostly around the west Houston area. Please contact www.golfinggals@yahoo.com or call Nancy at 281-550-2043.
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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.
Women’s Basketball League
Looking for as many ladies as possible to play. Ages 16+. Contact Krystal Horn for more information at katybball@yahoo.com.
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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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Men’s Drop-In Roller Hockey
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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Westfield Terra Community Garage Sale
TAYLOR HIGH SCHOOL BAND HUGE GARAGE SALE
The Garage Sale will be on Saturday, March 31st, 8 AM - 1 PM, in the James E. Taylor HS Parking Lot, 20700 Kingsland Boulevard, Katy. There will be furniture, kitchenware, clothing, toys, sporting goods, tools and more! Sponsored by Boosters of the 300+ student JET Band. All proceeds benefit the band!
Community Garage Sale: April 28, 2012 from 8 AM to 2 PM. Rain date is May 5, 2012. Westfield Terra is located off North Fry Road.
Westheimer Lakes Spring Garage Sale
Saturday, April 28, 2012, 7:00 AM - 12:00 Noon. Westheimer Lakes is located off 1093.
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Seven Meadows Spring Garage Sale
The Spring Garage Sale will be held April 14th from 7 AM to 12 noon. Seven Meadows is located off 1093.
Westfield Community Garage Sale:
Friday and Saturday, April 20th & 21st (Westfield is located off Fry Road between Clay Road and Morton)
Creekbend ESTATES Community Wide Garage Sale
April 21, 2012 (Creekbend is located off Fry Road at Morton)
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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2012 KATY Folk life Festival
What was life like for the pioneers of early Texas? How did they Dress? What skills did they need to survive? Where did the children go to school? What kinds of animals did they own? These questions and many more will be answered for those who attend the 27th Annual Katy Folk Life Festival. The Katy ISD Outdoor Learning Center will be transformed into scenes of the late 1800’s, as many demonstrations and activities of pioneer life are recreated. Visitors will also be able to walk the nature trails, visit the duck pond, and see the displays and exhibits in the science and history classrooms. The Katy Folk Life Festival is a family fun event with interesting lessons in Texas History. Make plans to attend on Saturday, March 31, 2012, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM The Outdoor Learning Center is located at 6301 S. Stadium Lane, Katy, Texas 77494. Drive west on Interstate 10, take exit 740, turn North on FM 1463 and follow the signs to the Outdoor Learning Center. Admission is $1 per person.
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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 Cici’s Pizza/ Sam’s Deli, located at the SE corner of Pin Oak Rd. & Kingsland Blvd., 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.
Saturday, April 14, 2012 A BP/MS 150 Recommended Ride The Katy Ram Challenge is a non-competitive Bike Ride held annually in Katy, Texas, to benefit the Mayde Creek High School Mighty Ram Band. The ride covers several courses ranging from a 12-mile family ride to a 75 mile endurance ride, and begins at Sun & Ski Sports at the Katy Mills Mall on April 14th at 8:00 AM. The ride includes support, rest stops, refreshments, Safety Marshals, law enforcement at major intersections, first aid, motorcycle escorts and entertainment. Riders can expect to experience rolling meadows and rural flatlands around the Katy/Brookshire area. For more information and registration details, visit www.KatyRamChallenge.com.
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Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Katy-Prairie View Chapter, requests the honor of your presence at its 2nd Annual Masquerade Mixer Fundraiser on March 31, 2012 at The Safari Ranch Ballroom, 11627 FM 1464, Richmond, TX from 8:00 pm to 1:00 am. You will enjoy great music, great casino games, a great silent auction and great food. Tickets are $50 each. Contact Lolita for ticket sales at 713822-2772. If you would like to make a donation or sponsor this great event, please contact April at 713-569-5464. So come out and partyfor-a-purpose. The proceeds will benefit the Jack and Jill of America Foundation and The Fort Bend Women’s Shelter.
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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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The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo today announced the launch of a new summer festival, benefiting the Show and allowing Houstonians an enjoyable, refreshing and entertaining break from the city’s summer heat. Houston’s Hot Summer Break, July 4-8, 2012, is an all day, five-day music, food, beer, wine and spirits festival, featuring top chefs and mixologists, shopping, and live music. Held completely inside Reliant Center, the summer event includes cooking demonstrations, a beer brewing competition, wine and liquor seminars and the search for Houston’s best cocktail, margarita and martini. Patrons also can explore both floors of Reliant Center to listen and dance to live concerts featuring country, blues and jazz music, along with disc jockeys playing a mix of club music. “We are thrilled to announce the development of Houston’s Hot Summer Break,” said Skip Wagner, president of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. “Houstonians love to celebrate and this festival offers them a really cool way to do so. We look forward to making it one of the best and most successful events of its kind, offering attendees the ability to get away without going away!” Another highlight of the event, a restaurant-style café, will allow attendees the opportunity to sit and enjoy creations from several Houston-area restaurants, cafés and diners, including a wine bar and coffee shop. Net proceeds generated from Houston’s Hot Summer Break will directly benefit the mission of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
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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 Good Woman of Setzuan Mar. 30th and 31st 7:00 pm Mar. 31st and Apr. 1st 2:00 pm 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 Family Arts Center Performances are at Houston Family Arts Center Garza Main Stage, 10760 Grant Road, Houston, TX 77070. 2011-2012 Mainstage Season: The 39 Steps (Apr. 13-29, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage) The Fantasticks (Through - June 10, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage Guys and Dolls (July 13-29, 2012 TAG production at the Berry Center)
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Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company is proud to present “Dead Man’s Cell Phone”
by Sarah Ruhl. The performances will run through April 7, 2012 at Studio 101 at Spring Street Studios. Synopsis: Jean becomes annoyed when the man sitting next to her won’t answer his ringing phone, until she finally answers it herself, and in doing so discovers that the man is dead. By taking ownership of his phone, Jean moves into Gordon’s life, meeting his mother, his widow and falling in love with his brother. But as Jean clumsily attempts to comfort his grieving relatives and begins to discover more about the nature of Gordon’s unpleasant work, she begins to realize that she may be in for more than she bargained for. WHERE: Studio 101 at Spring Street Studios, 1824 Spring Street, Houston TX 77007 WHEN: Through April 7, 2012 (Thursday thru Saturday). With a ‘Pay as you Like’ Monday on April 2nd. All performances are at 8 pm. Price: $15 regular/ $8 students and seniors MORE INFO/Reservations: www.mildredsumbrella.com, mildredsumbrella.com or 832-463-0409.
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The Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival 2012
Like Music? “You’ll Love Katy!” The Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival is scheduled for April 27 and 28, 2012. You will not want to miss this exciting weekend of music and art coming to Katy, Texas! The purpose of the Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival is to increase exposure of jazz, to extend jazz education for developing musicians and to provide entertainment of the jazz music medium in the Katy and West Houston areas. The Festival’s activities are noncompetitive and dedicated to the development and preservation of this truly American art form.
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The Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival is also a uniquely different event for jazz music patrons. All attendees have the opportunity to hear big bands and combos comprised of student jazz musicians throughout the day, as well as featured guitar artists and aspiring music groups, via the component known as the Katy Guitar Fest. Each day then can be completed by attending the Featured Concerts on Friday and Saturday nights by world-renown jazz recording artists. Throughout the day an exhibit of outstanding visual artwork, by area and national artists, known as ARTkaty is on display and provides the opportunity for attendees to view, enjoy, and purchase fine artwork of the highest quality. More information about the featured jazz artists, featured guitar artists, and visual artists can be found on the website: www.WestHoustonJazz.com. When you have reached the website, you can sign up for updates on the artists and latest information pertaining to the Festival and the professional artists! You can also follow the latest “buzz” about the Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival on Facebook, a link to which can also be found on the website! Performance participation in the Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival is open to all student jazz ensembles (big bands and/or combos) at the middle school, junior high, high school and/or college levels. Performance and participation in the Katy Guitar Fest is encouraged for all guitarists of all ages and all genres of music. Registration forms for each of these components are available on the website: www. WestHoustonJazz.com. Student participating ensembles will receive professional constructive comments by renowned professional jazz artists after their performances, as well as participate in individualized instruction on their own musical instruments through “master classes” with the professional jazz artists. Topics and technical studies ranging from jazz interpretation to improvisation to composition and professional pathways in jazz are all included in the master classes. Festival attendees may attend any of the daily performances and art exhibit with the purchase of a daily admission wristband. Shuttle buses will be available, at no cost to Festival attendees, for transportation from the local Katy hotels (which offer reduced rates to
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Admission to the evening Feature Concerts is by ticket only. Tickets can be purchased at the Ticket Window of the Katy High School Performing Arts Center or in the lobby areas of the Katy hotels noted above during the days of the Festival, or in advance from any Katy ISD high school band member, Cinco Ranch Conservatory of Music or online at www.WestHoustonJazz.com. Please visit the website to receive information pertaining to the dates for ticket sales at a later time. Proceeds from the Festival go to support the jazz education at Katy ISD high schools.
Houston Repertoire Ballet Presents the Classic Cinderella
Reserve Your Date to the Ball Now on April 28th & 29th WHO: Houston Repertoire Ballet (HRB), featuring guest artist David Armendariz as the prince, while Claire White and Amaris Sharratt will alternate the role of Cinderella. WHAT: The pre-professional ballet company in Northwest Houston proudly presents the Tomball premiere of its full-length production of Cinderella in three acts. Award-winning choreographer Victoria Vittum brings the classic fairy tale to life with her interpretation of this “happily ever after” ballet set to the timeless score of Sergei Prokofiev.
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WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 28th at 4 pm Sunday, April 29th at 2 pm Tomball High School Auditorium 30330 Quinn Road Tomball, Texas 77375 TICKETS: Reserved Seating: $15/$18. For ticket information, call 281-940-HRB1 (4721) or visit www.hrbdance.org. OUTREACH: The dancers of HRB perform excerpts from each production and make costumed appearances at various nursing homes, group events and at Arts & Education performances. Also, HRB will perform for the Tomball ISD fourth grade students, fulfilling the arts component of their curriculum. To schedule an outreach event for your organization, call 281-940-HRB1 (4721). SYNOPSIS: The magical tale of a beautiful, kind young woman who rises from scrubbing floors to marrying a prince comes to life in Cinderella, a full-length ballet presented by HRB. From the wicked stepsisters’ hilarious antics to the lovely pas de deux performed by Cinderella and the Prince, the performance is sure to capture the hearts of all. The ballet opens with the sisters fighting over fabric with Cinderella left to pick up the mess. The wicked stepmother orders Cinderella’s father to purchase gowns for the sisters (Skinny and Dumpy) leaving Cinderella home alone. The fairy godmother conjures up fairies representing the four seasons to help Cinderella get dressed for the ball where she and the Prince fall in love. After elves stop time and Cinderella loses one of the glass slippers, the Prince travels the world to find her. Once they are reunited, they marry in an enchanted forest amid waltzing dancers. ABOUT HRB: The Houston Repertoire Ballet (HRB) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), founded by Victoria Vittum and Gilbert Rome, both nationally acclaimed teachers and choreographers who served as its co-artistic directors.
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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 281-5781036 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.
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.
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Bowflex Extreme, complete exercise center, like new, $425. 281-463-6785. New Black Max 7,000 running watt portable gas generator, powered by Honda, with electric start, $990 at Sam’s, $750. 281-463-6785. CHI flat iron, $65. Brand new in box. 979-224-3945. Carter 2 seat Go Kart, like new condition, only driven 1-2 hours, garage kept, 5HP Tecumseh Power Sport engine, padded roll cage and seat, racing flag, blue, $650. 713-826-4672. Antique oak glass cabinet, Scottish, 6 1/2’ x 4’. Excellent condition, 3 glass shelves and bottom oak shelf, $1,800. Marti, 281-463-4915. Elegant pool table, builder Imperial International Pool Tables, in great condition, has only been used in rare occasions. Top cloth burgundy, side laminated cherry wood, two one inch thick slate pieces, top lamp and utility rack all included, plus accessories. Asking price, $850. 281-844-6896. Home entertainment center in hardwood and rich cherry finish. Abundant media storage, like new. Holds most 34” television sets, $445. Also, new, assembled The Rack for $45. Stationary bicycle for $45. 281-492-6670. Marcy Home Gym complete with self spotting bench, curling bar, latpull pully system & over 200 lbs. of weights. Also a chest-explosion machine & accessories for the pully system. Excellent condition. $325 or $350 delivered assembled. 281-881-6405.
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Omega Pro II Racquetball Racket with zip case, never used, $35; 8” animal gold trim/porcelain (some) plates, $15 - $20 each; Emmot Kelly clown, numbered/framed lithographs, $75 - $100 each. Cheryl 281-543-2409. Sliding mirror doors (one pair) for a wardrobe or closet, each door is 39 “W x 79”H, together the doors will be good for a 78”W X 79”H wardrobe or closet, comes with upper and bottom alum guide rails, the doors are similar to IKEA PAX MALM ward robe article # 900745-72, picture available, asking $205. Contact School8007@aol.com.
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2010 Ford F150 XLT with Extended Cab, 4.6L V8. Exterior color silver, with tan cloth interior, upgraded chrome wheels, 6 foot long bed with liner, power windows and doors, tinted windows, Sirius XM capable, less than 20k miles on it. Direct inquiries to, wj_wilbanks@hotmail. com. 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. Rare 1967 Pontiac Firebird convertible, re-built, under warranty, 400 Pontiac motor-not matching no., less than 400 miles, totally restored, yellow with black interior, new paint, new disk brakes, new suspension, new interior & new black top with cover, new custom sound system, $24,000. Firm. 281-455-5543.
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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. 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.
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. 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.
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.
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.
Pickett Plumbing is now hiring plumbing installation crews. Must pass background check, drug screen and have clean driving record. Call 713-896-9700.
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Position available for an experienced hair stylist with a great attitude and good clientele. Benefits available. Call Images Hair Studio at 281256-2286. 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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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 619647-5083.
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 281-8291222 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).
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.
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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.
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