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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Happy New Year to all from your HOA and POA Executive Board members! May all of your new year’s resolutions be achieved in 2016! “Year’s end is neither an end nor a beginning but a going on, with all the wisdom that experience can instill in us. Cheers to a new year.” - Oprah Winfrey Pastor Al Green, Lovisa Duplantis, Steve Zagorski, Ken O’Neill, Deborah Green and Irene Hargy!

THINGS ARE LOOKING UP IN THE NEW YEAR

You all have probably been noticing the improvements that continue to take place under our new leadership teams: • • • • • • • •

New bedding under swings and slide in our play area Additional trees being planted A new permanent trashcan placed in our park area A new U.S. Flag proudly flying at our entrance Wood fences repaired along Hwy 99 All fountains freely flowing Festive Holiday decorations at our entrances Improved community involvement with our Christmas Decoration Contest

What is not as noticeable is our neighborhood’s first ever APPROVED budget. Our leadership teams have worked diligently and managed to create a budget with NO INCREASE IN OUR YEARLY DUES. We are on a VERY TIGHT BUDGET and will NEED THE COOPERATION OF ALL HOMEOWNERS TO PAY THEIR DUES TO MAKE THIS WORK. For The Meadows and The Club Estates, please visit the Homeowner’s Portal at https://ciranet. com/ResidentPortal to view the budget and call RealManage at 1-866-473-2573 for payment options if necessary. The Grand Meadows residents can visit www.pcmi-us.com or call 281-8700585 for more information.

RENTING OUR CLUBHOUSE FOR PERSONAL MEETINGS OR PARTIES Another exciting upgrade to our community is the addition of Wi-Fi service NOW available at our Clubhouse. Not only will we be able to use Wi-Fi during our meetings or parties inside, but in the warmer weather, we will have access to it outside when enjoying our pool area! Our Clubhouse can be rented for $150, along with a $250 Deposit. Sunday through Thursday the Clubhouse can be rented until 9 PM; Friday and Saturday until 10 PM. Contact RealManage at 1-866-473-2573 for further detail!

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MANAGEMENT COMPANIES Parkway Lakes Homeowners Group consists of The Meadows, Club Estates and Grand Meadows. Initially all three communities were managed by the same management company however now there are two management companies. The management company for Club Estates and the Meadows is: RealManage 2000 S. Dairy Ashford, Suite 120 Houston, Texas 77077 www.realmanage.com P: 281-531-0002 / F: 281-582-6400 Customer Service: 1-866-4-RealService (866-473-2573) The management company for Grand Meadows is: PCMI Planned Community Management 15995 N. Barker Landing Rd., Suite 162 Houston, TX 77079 www.pcmi-us.com P: 281-870-0585 /F: 281-870-9170

SCHOOLS Lamar Consolidated ISD McNeil Elementary (K-5) Briscoe Jr. High (6-8) Foster High School (9-12)

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EMERGENCY NUMBERS: Fort Bend County Sheriff Emergency Fort Bend County Sheriff Precinct 3 (non-emergency Richmond Fire Department (non-emergency) Fort Bend Emergency Medical Service (non-emergency) Poison Control Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers

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FORT BEND SERVICES: Better Business Bureau Brazos Bend State Park Family Service Center Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce Fort Bend County Fair Association (Fair Only) Fort Bend Museum Association Fort Bend Parks Dept. Richmond Post Office Rosenberg-Richmond Area Chamber of Commerce

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OTHER FORT BEND COUNTY PHONE NUMBERS: Animal Control 281-391-4848 Architectural Committee 281-239-0597 Auto Registration 281-341-3709 Broken Street Lights 281-342-5441 County Clerk 281-341-3710 Courthouse 281-341-8670 Crime Stoppers 281-342-8477 Department of Public Safety 281-391-4874 Driver’s License 281-232-4334 Emergency Medical Service 281-342-2100 Emergency Veterinarian Service 281-491-8387 Environmental Sanitation 281-342-7469 Fort Bend Commissioners 281-980-2235 Fort Bend County Sheriff 281-342-6116 Ft. Bend Appraisal District 281- 344-8623 Ft. Bend Roads & Bridges Dept. 281-342-4513 Garbage & Recycling 281-368-8397 Herald Coaster 281-342-4474 Houston Community Management 800-565-6807 Nursing Division 281-342-6414 Parks 281-431-0131 Pecan Grove Plantation 281-344-9496 Pecan Grove Volunteer Fire Depart 281-232-3473 Permits 281-342-3411 Senior Resource Guide 832-364-6152 Street Maintenance 281-342-4513 Tax Assessor/Collector 281-341-3710 Water & Sewer Problems 281-240-1300 Water Utilities 281-342-6414

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KEEPING INFORMED! Please sign up through the community portal at https://ciranet. com/ResidentPortal, join our Facebook page at Parkway Lakes for the most current information about our community. Those of you who have already volunteered to participate in the future will be contacted shortly to plan upcoming events. Those of you who have yet to do so, please come to any future meeting being announced and join in!

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Thanks to our neighbor, Helaine Fuss Clendennen for her contributions to this month’s newsletter! Deborah Green, Deborah@AOL.com Parkway Lakes Homeowner’s Group Newsletter Editor

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PARKWAY LAKES BOARD MEMBERS

Welcome to the new Home Owners Association (HOA) Board! Pastor Al Green, President Lovisa Duplantis, Director Steve Zagorski, Director Welcome to the new Property Owners Association (POA) Board! Ken O’Neill, President Deborah Green, Director Irene Hargy, Director

PARKWAY LAKES HOMEOWNERS GROUP MANAGEMENT COMPANIES

Parkway Lakes Homeowners Group consists of The Meadows, Club Estates and Grand Meadows. Initially all three communities were managed by the same management company however now there are two management companies. The management company for Club Estates and the Meadows is: RealManage 2000 S. Dairy Ashford, Suite 120 Houston, Texas 77077 www.realmanage.com P: 281-531-0002 / F: 281-582-6400 Customer Service: 1-866-4-RealService (866-473-2573)

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Dear Parkway Lakes Homeowners: Did you know that by virtue of becoming a homeowner you are automatically a member of the Parkway Lakes Homeowners Group? Are you familiar with the By-Laws? Do you know your rights? If you do not know the answer to these questions it is time that you do! Come to informative meetings and join the efforts of caring homeowners to improve our community. Look for more information regarding homeowners taking control of our Association! Our website is getting a new look… more information coming soon!

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Please send your questions, concerns and suggestions to our HOA Board member, Pastor Al Green, PreachingAl@yahoo.com . Thank you for supporting our community!

NEIGHBORHOOD/CRIME WATCH

We can all participate in our Neighborhood/Crime Watch! It is easy! It’s about neighbors looking out for each other. When suspecting criminal activities, you are encouraged to contact the police and not to intervene. Call Fort Bend Sheriff at 281-3414665. An alert and supportive neighborhood is the greatest single defense against crime. By getting to know your neighbors and their vehicles, you will most likely be aware of suspicious people, vehicles and/or sounds that could indicate criminal activity. Be a good neighbor. Report suspicious activity to the police. Some neighbors are interested in organizing a neighborhood watch. We need a Co-chair and committee members. Please let us know you are interested!

ATTENTION! PET POOPS / YOU SCOOP

Please be respectful of community grounds and neighbors’ yards. If your pet poops during your walk, be prepared to scoop and trash. Come with a scooper and a recycled grocery bag or anything else. It may not be the most fabulous way to walk your pet, but it does show your respect for every homeowner and our beautiful community.

PLEASE NOTE - PETS ON LEASHES

It is the law in Fort Bend County that all pets must be vaccinated for rabies, registered and restrained. All animals, when outside of an owner’s means of restraint (i.e., in a fenced back yard), must be on a leash. For the safety of all residents, please use

all precautions with your pets and keep them on leashes when walking pets in the community EVEN IF YOU FEEL YOUR PET IS HARMLESS. If you see ANY animal roaming freely in the neighborhood, immediately call Animal Control at 281-342-1512. Even if you recognize the animal, be very careful approaching it, as you do not know how it will react; if you can safely retrieve the animal, then call the owner. Otherwise, Animal Control is your best and safest option.

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The Ft. Bend County Recycling Center in Rosenberg (just 10 miles away), accepts glass/bottles, Styrofoam and other items. Visit the Ft. Bend Co. government website www.co.fort-bend.tx.us for information. Green Arrow Recycling located in Katy, west of Katy High School accepts paper, plastics, aluminum, electronics, cardboard and other recyclable materials and welcome residential drop offs. Visit greenarrowrecycling.com.

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• Birds: Provide food and fresh water. More birds die from lack of water than from lack of food. • Cacti: Semi-dormant now. Reduce watering. • Camellias: Plants may be moved. Pick up and discard fallen blooms. • Cultivation: Changes in design may now be made, new beds dug and old ones rebuilt. Correct defects in drainage. Incorporate gypsum into heavy soils: repeat in three weeks. Dig granite dust, rock phosphate and quantities of organic matter into soil. Allow time for settling before planting. • Fertilize: Daylilies, spuria, Louisiana and bearded irises with complete fertilizer. Give strawberries 1 teaspoon ammonium sulfate, keeping six inches away from plant. Fertilize pansies with manure tea or blood meal. Water in. • Fruits: Plant fruit trees. Mulch figs with grass or straw to prevent freeze damage to crown. • House Plants: Water, when surface soil is crumbly dry. Wash dust off leaves to open pores. Mist often. Inspect for diseases and insects. Reduce water for poinsettias. • Lawns: Remove thatch aerate, and feed with low nitrogen mixture. • Pests: For petal blight prevention, spray azaleas and camellias as flowers open. Spray for scale with dormant oil solution if temperature will be above 35˚ and below 85˚ for next 48 hours. Always read and heed manufacturer’s directions before spraying. • Propagation: Ivy cuttings root easily this month and next. Root cuttings of shrubs in mixture of loam and coarse sand; keep damp and semi-shaded until rooted. • Prune: Fruit trees in advance of new growth. Prune to groom and shape. Do not remove too much. Remove dead wood from trees and shrubs before spring buds swell, but do not prune spring bloomers. Prune crape myrtles. Prune nandina and others of similar growth habit by cutting unwanted canes out at base of plant. • Roses: Annual pruning about the middle of February, just before the spring buds break. To prevent later appearance of disease in the old beds, keep garden clean of debris and weeds. Complete preparation of new beds for roses. • Transplanting: January is one of the best months to transplant woody plants, both evergreen and deciduous, especially trees. Energy will be expended on roots instead of foliage. Learn ultimate size and cultural needs of tree or plant before buying.

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Consider dwarf varieties to avoid crowding later. Group plants of similar cultural needs. Do not work wet soil. Assure good drainage. Keep plants moist. • Vegetables: Prepare beds, preferably raised for drainage, with about 50% humus, including rotted manure. • Winter Protection: Expect freeze any time; plan for protection of tender plants. Water. Remove coverings, particularly plastic, when temperature rises. Protect low plants with dry leaves, pine needles or soil mulch, but remove when weather warms.

JANUARY LAWN CARE Whether you’re new to Texas or have lived here all your life, you might be wondering how to keep your grass healthy throughout winter so you have a lush, green lawn come spring. If you need a few pointers, just follow these guidelines below and give your lawn the care it needs to thrive all year round! 1. Tailor your watering to the season. Since we rarely get snow in this part of Texas, our lawn still needs to be taken care of in winter. Keep in mind that grass needs about 1 to 2 inches of rain per week, including any rainfall. Be sure to water your lawn if it’s been a few weeks without rain, as it’s probably thirsty. In terms of when and how to water your lawn, early morning is best so it can dry throughout the day and stave off lawn diseases. 2. Try to stay off the lawn. It may be tempting to walk across your lawn as a shortcut, but use the designated walking paths if possible. Although grass is pretty resilient, it can still get worn down if it’s repeatedly trampled on. Likewise, try to keep your lawn clear of stray objects or children’s toys so it can breathe. And of course, if you park a car or truck on your lawn, your grass may not fare so well. 3. Use stray leaves to your advantage. Not only can a solid blanket of leaves suffocate your lawn, but they can provide warmth and shelter for a variety of lawn nuisances like rodents, fungi and insects. However, you don’t necessarily need to bag up all those leaves and take them to the curb. They can actually be a great source of nutrients for your grass if you turn them into a mulch. Courtesy of justrightlawns.com

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GRATITUDE CAN MAKE YOU HAPPIER, HEALTHIER Health experts, psychologists and different schools of philosophy and religion said that gratitude is essential to live longer and happier lives and several studies on the scientific side of thankfulness also prove it. Researchers of a study published in Personal Relationships journal found that gratitude was linked to improved marriage outcomes. After surveying more than 460 couples by phone, the results showed that the power of thank you can go a long way in helping significant others feel appreciated, that their partners are committed to the relationship and that the partnership will last. Gratitude also helped protect a couple’s relationship from divorce and separation and that marital commitment is also protected from the negative consequences due to communication breakdown during conflicts. “Even if a couple is experiencing distress and difficulty in other areas, gratitude in the relationship can help promote positive marital outcomes,” said Allen Barton, a postdoctoral research associate at UGA’s Center for Family Research and the study’s lead author. Another recent research from the American Psychological Association published last April said that asymptomatic heart failure patients who kept a gratitude journal had markedly decreased levels of inflammation and improved cardiac health. More than 180 men and women participated in the study and had to keep a gratitude journal for at least eight weeks. Researchers found that those who committed to these journals had reduced circulation on inflammatory biomarkers of the disease as well as improved heart contractility and function. “It seems that a more grateful heart is indeed a more healthy heart and that gratitude journaling is an easy way to support

cardiac health,” said Paul J. Mills, professor of family medicine and public health at the University of California. How does one practice gratitude even at times when it feels like there is nothing to be thankful for at all? One way to do this, some experts say, is in shifting the mindset to finding things to be grateful for, no matter how small it is. “It is relatively easy to be thankful for the most important and obvious parts of life - a happy marriage, healthy kids or living in America,” wrote Arthur Brooks, president of American Enterprise Institute and a writer for the New York Times. “But truly happy people find ways to give thanks for the little, insignificant trifles.” Courtesy of techtimes.com

THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. When MLK Jr. was a little boy, it saddened him that he could not befriend people who were not black. He knew in his heart that just because people may look different on the outside, the contents of their hearts and their character is what makes a person valuable. Martin Luther King Jr. saw a social problem, developed a dream and eventually by taking action, he changed the United States as well as the world. He is still today among the most well-known social activists in the world. • Martin Luther King Jr. led the bus boycott in 1955 that was sparked by Rosa Parks. • He helped form the Southern Christian Leadership Conference in 1957, an organization that worked for civil rights. • He was the leader of the entire civil rights movement in the 1960s that called for working out conflicts with kindness and love as opposed to hate and violence. • Martin Luther King Jr. fought for and achieve mandatory equal voting rights in America for blacks and whites. • Martin Luther King Jr. led lunch counter sit-ins where he and other blacks and whites demanded equal treatment in resta rants for people of all races.

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• Martin Luther King Jr.’s nonviolent peaceful demonstrations proved to the world that action without violence can be effective and successful. • Because of Martin Luther King Jr., it is no longer legal in the United States to segregate or discriminate based on skin color. • The standard has been set for all nations to treat everyone equally regardless of skin color because of the work of Martin Luther King Jr. Courtesy of: http://castle.eiu.edu/

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Add mirrors. Mirrors make rooms look larger. Keep furniture proportional to the room. Strategically placing a minimal amount of furniture in a small space works better than over-crowding it with too much furniture Minimize art and decorations. When staging a room, use paintings that are landscapes or abstract or figurative art that brings out an accent color in the room without being too specific. Turn your bathroom into a spa. Purchase solid white towels, rugs and shower curtains when preparing to sell your home. These simple luxuries don’t cost much, but can make a significant difference in the feel of the room. Add pops of color. Now that you’ve painted the walls a pleasure neutral hue, think about adding in pops of color. These could be colorful pillows on couches and beds or a bowl of green Granny Smith apples in the kitchen. Clean out and organize closets. Make sure hangers are evenly spaced apart and match your shoes, purses and accessories to give a color-coordinated organized appearance inside your closet. Clear off countertops. Get rid of all clutter in bathrooms and kitchens except for the bare necessities that “read” bathroom (soap dish and a hand towel) or kitchen (coffee machine). Put a cookbook on a stand on a kitchen counter, Kitchens are often the number one priority on a buyer’s list, so make yours look as clean, open and spacious as possible. Don’t forget that while staging the inside of your home is important, the outside-the site of your curb appeal-is just as critical if you want your home to sell fast. Courtesy of parade.com

JANUARY 2016 OBSERVANCES & FUN FACTS January is observed as: • National Mentoring Month • National Glaucoma Awareness • Cervical Health Awareness Month • National Blood Donor Month • Thyroid Awareness Month • Birth Defects Prevention Month Birthstone: Garnet Fruit & Veggies for January: • Tangerines • Dried Cranberries • Sun Dried Tomatoes • Raisins • Yucca Root • Jicama • Sunchoke • Taro Root • Water Chestnut January Flower: Carnation Astrological Signs: Capricorn and Aquarius

TRAIN THE BRAIN: SAY NO TO JUNK FOOD Many Americans will vow to give up junk food as a New Year resolution. You CAN eat as many healthy, whole foods as possible and the less junk food you eat, the less you want. Try the following tips: • Five Ingredient Rule: If there are more than five ingredients on a food label, don’t buy it. • Aim for Three Colors: A 2012 Cornell study found that people prefer three food items and three different colors on their plates, compared with more or less of either category. Therefore, instead of reaching for a candy bar, snack on nuts (loaded with healthy fats), fruit slices and a small square of dark chocolate to get a healthy variety of colors, textures and nutrients. • Break Your Routine: It only takes a few weeks to form a habit. So if you always associate 3 PM with a trip to the vending machine, start a tradition to walk around the block for five minutes

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Are crows as smart as your 7-year-old? Numerous scientific studies indicate the answer to that question is yes. In a study done in 2014, crows were trained to match cards by rewarding them with food when a correct match was made. Then the experimenters decided to complicate the test by showing the crows cards that were not identical but had the same pattern. The crows were still able to match them. Then there’s the story of 8-year-old Gabi Mann from Seattle who began feeding neighborhood crows and in exchange for food, the birds began to bring her gifts. Corvids, the family of birds that includes crows, are thought by many scientists to be among the most intelligent animals on earth. Here are just a few of the reasons why. Keep in mind these conclusions are based on scientific tests. • Crows recognize faces and hold grudges. Just ask some researchers in Seattle what happens when you try an experiment on crows that they don’t like. • Crows have regional dialects and they communicate with each other. • Crows are problem-solvers. A crow unable to crack nuts was observed putting the nuts on the road and waiting until cars passed over them. • Crows use tools. In one experiment, a crow used a wire to retrieve a stick and then used it to reach some food it wanted. It was even smart enough to realize it had to bend the wire first in order to retrieve the stick. • Crows are caring and nurturing. In 1999, Wallace and Ann Collito of Massachusetts saw a very small kitten in their yard. They observed a crow feed the kitten and protect her from other animals. Crows are easily imprinted and when a crow is brought to TWRC Wildlife Center for rehabilitation, steps are taken to insure this doesn’t happen. If imprinted, the bird loses it fear of humans and can’t be released. While rehabilitating, human contact is kept to a minimum. Sometimes caregivers where masks or refrain from letting the bird see their face. This will insure a successful release. For more information about TWRC Wildlife Center, check out our website at www.twrcwildlifecenter.org. We are located at 10801 Hammerly Boulevard in Houston.

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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.

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NATURE PROGRAMS FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN 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: Jan 12th & 13th: Being Green Jan 19th & 20th: Reptiles Jan 26th & 27th: Nature Detectives Feb 2nd & 3rd: Mice and Squirrels Feb 9th & 10th: Talk to the Animals Feb 16th & 17th: Bird Valentines Feb 23rd & 24th: Backyard Wildlife

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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 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. NATURE EXPLORERS CLUB Designed for school-age children (ages 6-10, K-5th) who are interested in investigating the natural world. Fee/reservations are required. Reserve at www.houstonaudubon.org. For more information contact Bethany Foshee, Docent Programs Coordinator, bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org or 713-464-4900. Hope you can join us for the fun! Topics for the spring include: January 21st: Howling Coyotes February 18th: Spiders 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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Dalton was a Cub Scout member of Pack 239 before joining Boy Scouts. He has been a member of Troop 1288, chartered to Epiphany Catholic Church, for 7 years. He has served as Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Patrol Leader, Leave No Trace Leader, Order of the Arrow Troop Representative, Troop Guide, Historian and Den Chief. Dalton earned a total of 53 merit badges and was honored to attend the Philmont Scout Ranch, Northern Tier - Bissett and plans to attend the Sea Base High Adventure Camp this summer in Florida. Last year, Dalton attended National Youth Leadership Training. He is also a Brotherhood Member of the Order of the Arrow. Dalton is a junior at Taylor High School. He is a member of the Taylor High School Marching Band and attends Kingsland Baptist Church.

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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.

BOY SCOUTS TAYLOR HIGH STUDENT RECEIVES EAGLE SCOUT AWARD Dalton Meredith, 16, of Boy Scout Troop 1288, was honored at a special Eagle Scout ceremony on December 28, 2015 at Kingsland Baptist Church. To receive Scouting’s highest award, Dalton had to earn 21 merit badges, serve as leader of his troop and complete a major community service project.

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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.

CHURCH/RELIGIOUS INFORMATION KATY WOMEN’S AGLOW

Katy Women’s Aglow, a part of Aglow International, is a local, spirit-filled women’s ministry fellowship. We meet monthly, usually on the fourth Tuesday. We come together for fellowship, to worship and to hear inspirational speakers and testimonies, as well as for special events. Katy Women’s Aglow is a great place to make new friends! View our website for information about current Bible studies. Prayer meetings, special events and speaker biographies, www.katyaglow.com.

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For more details about Katy Aglow and Aglow International, go online to katyaglow.com or contact Yvonne Andrews at 281793-8616.

PROPHETIC BIBLE STUDY FROM THE TORAH

Prophetic Bible Study from the Torah starting with Leviticus chapter 23, “the feasts of the Lord,” using authentic Hebrew Scrolls and the New Testament. The lessons are in English, Chinese and partially finished in the Russian language. Lessons are web based until a group study is formed in Katy http://scrolls4all.org. Contact: Gary Zimmerman scrolls4all.org@gmail.com.

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Trinity Baptist Church Senior Adults get together on Monday afternoons from 1-4 PM for a time of fellowship, prayer and games... Come join the fun! Trinity Baptist Church is located at 10000 Spring Green Blvd. (corner of Spring Green and Fry). For more information, visit www.trinity-katy.org or call the church office at 281-579-6724.

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At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown Katy, “BINGO” is being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except Holidays. Doors open at 7 PM, games start at 7:15 PM with four Early Bird games. Regular games start at 7:30 PM. All profits will benefit community outreach and Religious Education programs. The Church is located in downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You can get to the church if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right at the light, go to the second stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left and the Church Hall will be on your right one block down. For more info., call 281-391-4758.

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Friday night BINGO is held the first Friday of Feb 5, 2016 May 6, 2016, Jun 3, 2016, Aug 3, 2016 and Dec 9, 2016. This will be a fun evening for the entire family. Everyone can play including children. We offer a smoke and alcohol free environment. Cash prizes awarded for Regular BINGO and Special Games will range from $15 to $100. Snacks and refreshments will also be available. Doors open at 6:30 PM for BINGO card presales. Early Bird BINGO starts at 7 PM, Regular BINGO starts at 7:30 PM. All BINGO events at Saint Edith Stein Catholic Church are operated under a license issued by the Texas Lottery Commission. Location: Carmel Hall, Saint Edith Stein Catholic Church, 3311 N. Fry Road, Katy, TX 77449

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FORT BEND COUNTY INFORMATION FORT BEND MASTER GARDENERS

For information on Ft. Bend Master Gardeners or lists of events, visit www.fbmg.com or call the Master’s Gardener’s Hotline at 281-341-7068. Anyone with an interest in gardening is encouraged to attend our events. Fort Bend County Master Gardener Fruit & Citrus Tree Sale Southeast Texas’ climate supports virtually year-round home-based food production and there’s nothing better than tree-ripened fruit and citrus. Whether you have a small suburban yard or a country estate, you’ll find fruit and citrus trees to meet your needs at the Fort Bend County Master Gardener’s Fruit & Citrus Tree sale on Saturday, January 16th. The Master Gardeners have carefully selected 62 varieties of fruit trees, 54 varieties of citrus and 8 varieties of berries that are well adapted to Fort Bend County. The sale will be open from 9 AM to 1 PM (or until sold out) at Barn H of the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds, 4310 Hwy. 36 South, Rosenberg. Arrive early for the best selection. The public is invited to a free sale preview program on Thursday, January 14th, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Bud O’Shieles Community Center.

TEXAS MASTER NATURALIST

The Coastal Prairie Chapter, Texas Master Naturalists has a membership of 85 outdoor enthusiasts. For the last 10 years, chapter members have enjoyed learning together and sharing their love of the outdoors with others. The chapter is part of a state-wide Master Naturalist organization consisting of 8,140 volunteers in 44 local chapters with a total of over 2 million service hours as of 2012! Statewide TMN volunteers have impacted or conducted projects on approximately 195,700 acres of habitat while also developing or maintaining some 1,775 miles of interpretive trails. The Texas Master Naturalists program is sponsored by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. For additional information, call 281-633-7033 or email mmcdowell@ag.tamu.edu.

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

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WEST FORT BEND COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN Are you interested in meeting your local elected officials? Would you like to know how Congress is dealing with “hot” items during this session? Contact Susan at 281-633-2277 or BurgerBizInc@ aol.com for information on our group.

GIVE BACK & MENTOR A LOCAL JUVENILE Please commit to becoming a positive adult role model for the youth in our community. The juveniles are referred by the Fort Bend County Juvenile Probation Department. There are so many children in need of a listening ear and encouragement. Come forward and be that person for someone in need… you may be the only one! Mentors must be 21 years of age and willing to give a minimum of an hour per week. Please contact us: 281-6337317, susan.bearden@fortbendcountytx.gov or visit fbpfy.org.

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Children’s Book Week - January 24th-30th Every Fort Bend County baby born during this week may receive a special baby book bag, courtesy of the Friends of Fort Bend County Library. Each bag contains a book, a bib, a special certificate, a list of suggested reading for children and information on parenting and on library services. Baby book bags will be given to babies born during that week at Oak Bend Medical Center in Richmond, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital and Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, but ALL Fort Bend County babies who are born during Children’s Book Week are eligible to receive one, while supplies last. Families of Fort Bend babies born at other locations during Children’s Book Week should call the Youth Services department at 281-633-4762 to receive their book bag. Family Reading Club - January 24th-March 5th This six-week program is designed to encourage families to read, learn and have fun together. Families participate in the program by reading books and completing optional “challenges” that can be done at home. All Fort Bend County families are eligible to participate. Families who complete the program by reading 36 books or for 6 hours - 6 books per week or for 60 minutes per week - are eligible to receive a book bag for the family and will have their named entered into a drawing for a $50 dining gift card, donated by the Friends of the Library. Each branch library will have a drawing for the gift card on March 7th. A single registration is required for each participating family. An adult (parent or guardian) is asked to register the family online by going to the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us) and clicking on the “Family Reading Club Sign-Up” image, which will become available January 24th. Families may also register at one of the libraries in the Fort Bend County library system. Upon registering, families will then have their own online page on which to record their books or reading time. There is no charge to join the Family Reading Club. The program is sponsored by Fort Bend County Libraries and the Friends of the Library organizations that support the county library system.

8100 FM 359 South, Fulshear, Texas 77441, 281-633-4675 Hours: Mon. 12 Noon - 8 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 6 PM, Wed. 10 AM - 6 PM, Thurs. 10 AM - 8 PM, Fri. 12 Noon - 5 PM, Sat. 9 AM - 1 PM, Sun. Closed. Website: www.fortbend.lib.tx.us, Public Information Office - 281-633-4734. To register for any events online at the library’s website (www.fortbend. lib.tx.us), click on “Calendar,” select “Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch” and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the library at 281-633-4675 or by visiting the library. LIBRARY CLOSINGS January 1st: New Year’s Day January 18th: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day SPECIAL EVENTS • FULSHEAR BOOK CLUB - Monday, January 25th, 12 Noon, Meeting Room. The book to be discussed is The Rosie Project, written by Graeme Simsion. (NOTE: Special date because of MLK Day holiday.) • FULSHEAR NIGHT READERS GUILD - Monday, January 25th, 6:30 PM, Meeting Room. The book to be discussed is Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet, written by Jamie Ford. • DISCOVER ADULT COLORING - Monday, January 11th, 6:30-7:30 PM, Meeting Room. Learn more about the latest trend in relaxation and stress-reduction techniques - adult coloring! Coloring has been shown to lower heart rates and is thought to lower blood pressure as well. The creative process of coloring can also be a way to exercise the brain. In this program, explore the new coloring books that are now available, hear about different coloring media and create lovely works of art. Enjoy soothing music and refreshments during this come-and-go activity. All coloring materials will be provided. This program is appropriate for individuals over the age of 12. • BRINGING THE BIRDS HOME - Thursday, January 21st, 6 PM, Meeting Room. Mary Anne Weber, Education Director of the Houston Audubon Society, will talk about ways to attract birds to one’s yard by planting beneficial plants and providing feeders and houses. Learn about both the better- and lesser-known birds that can be found in our area and how to identify and classify all of them. Weber will bring an assortment of live birds to show during her presentation.

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• Story Time: Wednesdays at 10 AM, 3 to 6 years of age, presents stories, movies and age-appropriate craft activities. • Pajama Night Story Time: 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 6:30 PM, gives families an evening option for some activities presented during the daytime. • Pajamas-n-Play: 1st & 3rd Thursdays at 6:30 PM. Stories and early-literacy activities. • Family Story Time: Saturdays at 10 AM. Families with children of all ages are invited to come and enjoy stories, movies and crafts together. Family Story Time will NOT take place on January 2nd. • After-School Break - 3rd Thursday at 4 PM. Crafts, movies, stories for school-aged children in grades K through 3. The program on January 21st will be “Bottle-Cap Wind Chimes.” • Tween Time - 1st Thursday at 4 PM. Activities for youth in grades 4 and 5. The Tween Time program on January 7th will be “Create Your Own Brushbot.” • Middle-School Program - 1st and 3rd Mondays at 6 PM. Activities for youth in grades 6 and up. The January Schedule is as follows: January 4th: Game Night January 18th: LIBRARY CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

formal teaching experience. We offer many locations for tutoring throughout the area, including locations in Katy. Tutoring sessions are offered during the day and at night. If you are interested in impacting someone’s life by being their tutor, please contact the Literacy Council at 281-240-8181 or visit the website at www. ftbendliteracy.org. Help us to “Change Lives Through Literacy!”

RUOK PROGRAM Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Dept. has a computer-generated program called “Are You OK?” (RUOK). It is a computer-generated call intended for senior citizens (over 55) and disabled persons who live alone and could benefit from a daily check. A computer will generate a call each morning, at about the same time and the participant chooses a time frame. A voice will ask, “Are you OK?” After this, all they have to do is hang up the phone. If the participant goes out of town or leaves the residence for any time, you just temporarily un-subscribe and re-subscribe when you return. If the call goes unanswered, the computer will call back 3 times at 15-minute intervals. If there is still no answer, the Sheriff will dispatch a deputy or the local police. They will have with them a print out of information on the person that is not responding to the calls. This program was established by FBC Sheriff Milton Wright, Commissioner’s Court and Ken Whitt (FBC Sheriff’s Citizens Academy Alumni Assoc.) in 1998. Many police chiefs in the county are also participating in the program and will proceed with the welfare check for citizens of their community. To request more information or to enroll in this free and very beneficial program, please call the Sheriff’s Dept. at 281-341-4704.

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As a dog owner, you are responsible for the control of your dog. If your dog is one that ‘makes objectionable noise,’ you must make every effort to respect your Neighbor’s right to their ‘peace and quiet.’ When your dog is not in your yard, it is imperative that you keep your dog on a leash at all times. While your dog is friendly to you and your family, imagine the consequences if it were to harm someone while it was ‘roaming free.’

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Please respect other resident’s right to walk the common area ground without fear of attack from an unleashed dog. Laws are written to ensure that owned animals are confined to their property or kept on a leash to free a community of unrestrained and free-roaming animals. Although most dog bites occur on the property where the dog lives, unrestrained or free-roaming dogs do pose a substantial threat to the public. In addition, unrestrained animals are at increased risk of being bitten by rabies infected wildlife. Enforcement of restraint laws is essential in enhancing the animal control program’s efforts to reduce the risk of rabies in our community.

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Elizabeth Hanson-Walker has been elected to serve as President of the Republican Women’s Club of Katy beginning January 1, 2016. Other members of the 2016 Board of Directors include; Cindy Wingo Hemenway, 1st VP Programs; Jennifer Haar, 2nd VP Membership; Reina Brunig, PAC Treasurer and Martha Mathis, Recording Secretary. The Republican Women’s Club of Katy has enjoyed rapid growth in the Katy area - most recently receiving a 2nd place award by the Texas Federation of Republican Women (TFRW) for membership growth compared to other sister clubs across the state of Texas. Elizabeth says she is excited to continue the growth of this dynamic organization during this very important upcoming election cycle.

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Here are some simple rules for living with the wildlife found in urban areas. These tips explain how to live with and enjoy wildlife responsibly. Our behavior as people affects the behavior of wildlife. Don’t feed wildlife! Direct feeding can alter an animal’s normal behavior. Problems occur when animals become habituated (used to humans). Keep trash and garbage around your yard contained and picked up. Do not put your trash out for pick up the next day unless it is in a sealed container that wildlife cannot get into as many wildlife species are most active at night. Keep compost in a container that allows the material to vent but keeps wildlife from getting into it. Do not feed pets outdoors. The pet food attracts wildlife right to your door. Restrain or secure your pets. Although free roaming pets are more likely to be killed by automobiles than by wild animals, there are wildlife predators like coyotes, foxes or hawks that view cats and small dogs as potential prey and/or competition for food resources. For the safety of your pets, keep them restrained at all times. Remove bird feeders especially if wildlife is seen around the feeders. The seed in bird feeders can attract many small and medium-sized mammals (squirrels, mice, rats). These, in turn attract animals that prey on squirrels, mice and rats. If possible, try to find a bird feeder that does not allow seed to spill.

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Close off crawl spaces under porches, decks and sheds. Wildlife will use these areas as dens for resting and raising their young. Do protect livestock and produce. Wildlife predators will prey upon livestock. There are techniques for protecting livestock from predation. Fencing can be useful in keeping wildlife out of certain areas. It is a good idea to clear fallen fruit from around fruit trees in the fall. Don’t approach or try to touch wildlife. Wildlife which becomes habituated may approach other humans expecting food or attention. This is not safe for the animals or for people. Don’t provoke an encounter. Do educate your neighbors. Share this information with your neighbors since your good efforts could be futile if neighbors are purposely or unintentionally providing food or shelter for wildlife.

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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. 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 2016: 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. SPRING YMCA YOUTH AND TEEN SPORTS LEAGUES: Register now for spring youth baseball, soccer, volleyball, tennis and softball. Teen volleyball and basketball registration also in progress.

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KATY CANOE & KAYAK CLUB (KC/KC)

Join a non-profit club - free of charge. We meet every 3rd Wednesday of each month at Borders Bar & Grill Restaurant (NE corner of Westgreen & I-10 in Katy). We post different water trips and outdoor adventures on the Meet Up Group Website. Don’t know if you prefer to canoe or kayak? Don’t buy something just to buy it… try out different boats. These trips will help you decide what you like or if you even like to paddle. We can help! We have years of water sports adventures under our belts. We don’t sell boats or boat gear, but we do have kayaks and canoes and/or we know people who have kayaks and canoes. Must be at least 21 years of age to borrow a kayak or canoe (ID Required). Must be at least 18 years of age to join (ID Required). No minors allowed in this club.

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Southwest Houston’s own brand new women’s flat track roller derby team is now forming. This isn’t the old school roller derby you’ve seen in the past. We train derby athletes to compete according to the rules and guidelines set forth by WFTDA, the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association. We are actively recruiting skaters, referees and volunteers. Skaters must be female and 18 or older. Referees and volunteers must be 18 or older. Email us at yellowrosederbygirls@yahoo.com for more information. You can also find us at www.yellowrosederbygirls.com and on Facebook. Join up now to become an integral part in founding and building our league.

PRESCHOOLS ST. PETER’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Registration for the 2016-2017 school year for St. Peter’s United Methodist Church - Early Childhood Development Center begins January 5, 2016 and continues through January 15, 2016. Registration forms will be available in the St. Peter’s ECDC Preschool office. We offer classes that are developmentally and socially appropriate for children ages 15 months through 5 years of age. We are located at 20775 Kingsland Blvd., Katy, TX 77450. For more information please visit our website www. stpkaty.org and click on the ECDC Preschool tab at the top of the page or call the St. Peters ECDC Office at 281-492-0623 from 9 AM-3 PM.

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PRIVATE SCHOOLS Emma Foster (PK4) escorted her grandfather and veteran Gary Gilliland, retired Specialist 4 in the Army Medical Division during the Vietnam War, at FBA’s Veteran’s Day celebration.

Wilson, a decorated 30-year Air Force civil engineering officer served at Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Hurlburt Field, Florida and in Operation Desert Storm. Wilson is currently the Director of Passport To Lead, Houston Christian High School’s signature leadership program.

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FBA CELEBRATES VETERANS DAY

First Baptist Academy (FBA) students, faculty and parents gathered to honor Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine and Coast Guard veterans who served in times of war or peace at Houston’s First Baptist Church. Veterans and their guests enjoyed a continental breakfast before being escorted to the Worship Center flanked on either side by walls of admiring students. Featured speaker retired Colonel Tom Wilson’s words of courage and sacrifice were followed by gifts of gratitude to the veterans in the form of music, poems and songs presented by the Middle School Concert Band and PK-8th grade representatives.

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L.E.A.F. DELIVERS MORE THAN $300,000 IN GRANTS In November, the Lamar Educational Awards Foundation (L.E.A.F.) gave thanks to teachers across Lamar CISD, delivering a record amount in this year’s Grant Express. L.E.A.F. awarded $319,509 this year, funding 175 new and innovative programs for the classroom. In 16 years, L.E.A.F. has awarded more than $2.5 million to Lamar CISD campuses. “This is my favorite time of the year,” said Janice Knight, Executive Director of L.E.A.F. “Seeing excited teachers is a big kick for myself and other L.E.A.F. supporters. And it is a great opportunity to show off Parkway Lakes

the great things happening on our campuses. “Thanks to the entire community for its continuing support for our students.”

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PARKWAY LAKES 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 on our website (www.krenekprinting.com, click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with your name, birthdate (mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate and the name of your newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on your form. Please make sure your email is correct, we send emails in the summer to make sure all the info is still good and that you want to stay on the list. If we do not hear back from you after 3 tries, we will remove you from the list until we do. Must have parent(s) permission. CODE KEY: B - BABYSITTING, CPR - CPR CERT., FAC - FIRST AID CERT., RCC - RED CROSS CERT., SS - SAFE SITTER, SL - SWIM LESSONS, PP - PET/PLANT SITTER, P - PET CARE ONLY, H - HOUSE CARE, L - LAWN CARE, C- CAR CARE/DETAILING, T - TUTORING

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You could make this on National Pie Day January 23rd! INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup butter 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tart apples - peeled, cored and sliced 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 (15 ounce) package pastry for double-crust pie 1/2 cup confectionersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sugar 1 tablespoon milk 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon butter, softened DIRECTIONS: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 cup cream and 1/4 cup butter. Heat until butter is melted, stirring occasionally. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, 2 tablespoons milk and vanilla; stir into saucepan. Cook until thickened, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and set aside to cool slightly. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). In a medium bowl, combine the apples, flour and cinnamon. Mix well. Line a 9 inch pie pan with pie dough. Pour thickened filling mixture into pastry-lined pie pan. Arrange apple mixture evenly over filling. Top with second crust, seal and flute the edges. Cut slits in top crust. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until crust is golden brown and apples are tender. Cool for at least 30 minutes. In small bowl, combine confectionersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sugar, 1 tablespoon milk, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla and 1 tablespoon softened butter. Blend until smooth; pour evenly over warm pie. Refrigerate for at least 1 1/2 hours before serving (longer is better). Source: allrecipes.com, Submitted by: Kathy

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