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RESIDENTIAL STATISTICS For Settlers Village

(September 2011 Snapshot) 1. Settlers Stats

2. Delinquency in Review September 2010 August 2011 September 2011

179 170 160

Total dollar delinquency for the neighborhood in September stood at $163,059.97 translating to a less than 1% increase from both one year ago and from just one month ago. While the dollar delinquency translates to the equivalent of 566 properties, there are actually 160 properties (as opposed to 179 in 2010) in delinquency. Unfortunately many of the delinquencies on the books are high dollar, multi-year delinquencies reflecting the struggling economy many of our property owners are going through.

3. Deed Restriction Violations September 2010 August 2011 September 2011

196 236 222

Settlers has experienced a number of people taking advantage of the relaxed yard enforcement resulting in a number of overgrown and ragged yards. Consequently, enforcement will be on the upswing. Please understand that keeping your yard mowed and trimmed is one of the least expensive methods to maintaining the property values in Settlers Village. Just the same as with maintenance fees, a timely action and response to violations is your obligation as a resident. Ignoring a problem will not make it go away but it will make it more expensive as lawyers become involved.

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4. Houses For Sale: 22 5. Houses For Lease: 5

Security Stats Settlers/ District for OCTOber 2011

Accident 01/13 Alarm 14/32 02/06 Animal – Humane/Aggressive Assault 01/01 Arrests 01/10 Fire/ Arson 00 48/128 Citizen Contact/Assist/Info Reports 14/45 Burglary/ Theft-Cars, Homes, Business 10/22 Miscellaneous 17/43 02/02 Special Watch Vacation Watch 10/10 79/137 Contract Check/ Patrol Bus/ parking lot checks 64 01/05 Criminal Mischief Runaway 02/03 02/05 Disturbance Family Disturbance all other 14/39 Suspicious Person 09/21 Suspicious Vehicle 08/17 06/24 Traffic stop w/ warning Traffic stop w/ citation 06/18 06/14 Park patrol Robbery 00 05/08 Repossession Stolen Car 01/02

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PLEASE BE AWARE: Theft and burglary activity remains very high for both Settlers and the district as a whole last month. Please do not hesitate to report suspicious individuals loitering outside of homes and businesses. Take down license numbers and vehicle descriptions and let the constables know. Constables note that most of those actually caught do not live in the neighborhood so suspicious loitering is often obvious to the alert citizen. And, more often than not, it is the alert citizen’s call that results in the capture of burglars and thieves.

Lighting Lights deter criminals!! Let there be light, light and more light. Exterior lighting around a house deters burglars. Motion-detector lights will scare away anyone skulking around your property. Make sure to trim shrubbery so lighting is not blocked. Leaving a light on inside your house also gives the impression someone is home and awake.

Vehicle Safety Don’t keep valuables in your car!! Park in areas that are well-lit and populated. Cars parked in driveways or on the street should be parked as close to a light source as possible, whether that source is an exterior spotlight or a streetlight. Always lock your car and never leave it running with the keys inside, not even for a few seconds.

Do not leave anything of value on the seats, dashboard or floor in view of would-be thieves. Take laptop computers, MP3 players, GPS devices, cameras and other such items with you or place them in the trunk prior to reaching your destination.

Purse and Wallet Protection Protect against pickpockets. Carry wallets and money clips in a front pocket-never in a back pocket. Back pockets are easy targets for pickpockets. Place a rubber band around a smooth leather wallet to create friction should someone try to lift the wallet from your pocket.

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Purses should have tops that close with either zippers or snaps.

Bag-style purses are an open invitation to thieves. Carry a purse close to the front of your body. Don’t let shoulder strap purses rest on your back hip. Never leave a purse hanging over a chair or booth at a restaurant and never set it on the floor. Keep it in your lap or in a seat next to you.

Personal Safety Don’t walk alone at night. The bigger the group, the safer the individuals in that group. Ask for an escort from a bar or restaurant establishment if you are leaving alone. Wait inside an establishment if you are waiting for a taxi, bus or ride from a friend. Walk only in well-lit areas. Stay out of alleys and avoid industrial areas or streets where businesses are closed for the night. Keep a cell phone handy for emergency calls. Carry a whistle or a portable alarm to sound if you feel threatened.

Children walking to school should always take the designated route their school or parents determined. Children should not take shortcuts through alleys or parking lots.

Dogs Dogs are pets and protectors. A dog is not only man’s best friend; it can be man’s best protector. Burglars and street thieves don’t want the hassle of a barking and possibly biting dog. Any dog of any size is enough to send a criminal searching for a less troublesome target.

Romeo Chapa, Captain Harris County Constable, Precinct Five 281-492-3517 • romeo.chapa@cn5.hctx.net As always, if you see anything or anyone that looks suspicious or out of place, please call the deputies to investigate at 713-463-6666 or use 911 if it is an emergency. Deputies do not need to come by your

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house is you feel that might cause problems or endanger your family.

Please remember to abide by the laws the legislature has put into place regarding personal signage. It is very embarrassing to have an officer show up at your home to remind you the practice of placing personal signage on county owned sign poles and Centerpoint owned streetlights is not allowed. Anyone under 17 years of age is subject to the county’s curfew and must be off the streets between midnight and 6 AM. Officers will either arrest offenders or take them home to their parents.

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Want to leave a message that makes an impression? Use the Settlers Village Marquee! Rent the marquee located on Settlers Village Drive near FM 529.

Rental Rates: 3 Day Message (one side)…………..$10 One Week Rental (one side)………..$20 Two Week Rental (one side)………..$40 Please contact Pam Brandenburg at 281-815-5057 or at pamela_ brandenburg@att.com.

GARDENING TIPS FOR DECEMBER

• If a long flowering period is desired, pansies should be placed in their permanent beds not later than this month. Fertilize monthly with manure, super-phosphate or a liquid high-phosphate product. Keep flowers picked for more bloom.

• Take tulips out of cold storage and plant late this month.

• Fertilize established trees, spring-blooming shrubs, spurias and sweet peas (after they are a foot tall) with a fertilizer such as 13-1313; Louisiana iris with cotton seed meal and manure.

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• Azaleas and camellias may be moved now. Keep moist to lesson cold weather damage. May acidify again.

• Last month to plant early blossoming spring bulbs, speciosum and other varieties of lilies. Mulch.

• Water plants well before a freeze; dry roots are easily damaged.

• Don’t forget to provide food and fresh water for birds. More birds die from lack of water than lack of food.

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.

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Dec. 21st – Student Holiday (Inclement Weather Day if needed) Dec. 22nd – Jan 3rd – Student Holidays Jan. 16th – Student/Staff Holiday

Cy-Fair ISD vOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

We are looking for community members who want to become Global Volunteers in order to be a part of our “team” and make a difference in the lives of children. If you are not the parent, grandparent or legal guardian of a student enrolled in the school at which you volunteer, you would be considered a Global Volunteer.

If you have some free time and would like to learn more about becoming a Global Volunteer, please contact Kim Nash at krnash1@ sbcglobal.net or call the CFISD Partners in Education Office at 281894-3950. And remember: “TEAMWORK IS KEY”

Cypress Hoops Invitational

The Cy-Fair Educational Foundation will host the Cypress Hoops Invitational on Thursday, December 8th - Saturday, December 10th. As a partner with the district, our goal is to create a successful high school basketball tournament that engages the entire community. Profits from the tournament will benefit our “Donate to Educate” program. This program provides college scholarships for district students as well as staff development grants to CFISD for innovative and creative teacher training. North Cypress Sports Medicine Center has generously agreed to underwrite the event for the second year.

The tournament will have twenty-four teams including the ten CFISD boy’s varsity teams and fourteen out of district teams. Games will

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be held at the Berry Center, Cy-Lakes High School, Cy-Ranch High School and Langham Creek High School. Tickets can be purchased at the Berry Center during normal business hours. Ticket prices are: $20 for a 3-day tournament pass, $3 for an adult single game ticket and $2 for a student single game ticket.

For more information about specific game times and locations visit the Berry Center’s web site at www.berrycenter.net or contact the Cy-Fair ISD Athletic Department at 281-894-3980. For information on CFEF please visit www.thecfef.org or contact Marie Holmes at 281-807-3591.

CFISD – SALUTE TO OUR HEROES

Saturday, February 11th at The Onmi Westside Houston. Salute to Our Heroes will honor the brave men and women who have served to preserve our freedom and liberty. Proceeds from this event will go to an endowment, enabling graduating students from CFISD to attend college. Inspirational speakers, entertainment, live and silent auctions will highlight this special evening. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available.

GUEST SPEAKER: Keni Thomas.

Army Ranger Involved in “Black Hawk Down” Mission Keni Thomas, Bronze Star for Valor recipient, is an engaging speaker whose story captivates audiences from beginning to end. The highly successful movie “Black Hawk Down” is based on his Army Company’s mission in Mogadishu, Somalia. In addition to speaking, Thomas is a recording artist with two critically acclaimed projects.

CFISD VIPS FALL CONFERENCE

It was barely 8:00 AM in the morning on Friday, Oct. 14th. They were beginning to arrive. Upon checking in; name badges were handed out along with a bright red folder full of the day’s agenda and the conference material. There was even an eco-friendly tote bag full of coupons and goodies generously donated by local area businesses.

The room was huge and full of tables decorated with bright paper blocks spelling out the main part of this year’s theme, “Teamwork.”

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Executive Board at the Berry Center in Cypress. The schedule was full. It consisted of everything from learning how to turn a popsicle stick into a fun treat for a teacher or volunteer to tips on helping our students handle stress. The attendees could choose from a variety of 50 minute sessions that covered topics such as: Internet Safety; Reaching Out to Diverse Volunteers; Guidelines and Best Practices for Fundraising; and even Taking Care of Your Personal Health While Maintaining a Busy Lifestyle.

Something was most impressive about this conference to one volunteer. This audience of 200 plus was comprised of men and women, volunteers and school staff - not limited to Cy-Fair ISD. There were 4 other area districts represented at this conference: Alief ISD, Fort Bend ISD, Houston ISD and Spring ISD. The current budget environment has left our school districts vying to be first in line for every resource of financial and physical support they can find.

But for one day in October, the district boundary lines came down.

There was no competition. There was no hidden agenda. Despite the traffic and everyday challenges, educators and volunteers from schools all over our county came together for a common purpose: improving their volunteer program thereby affecting the students in a positive way. This was simply an opportunity to attend an event that focused on several different areas of how to build on their volunteer resources in order to enhance the children’s education. While that volunteer sat looking out over the diverse crowd; she couldn’t help but see a universal theme, “Yes, in this room, it’s truly all about the students.”

Largest Recognized District in Texas - Once Again

For the fourth consecutive year, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD is the largest Recognized school district in Texas. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) confirmed that an appeal was granted and CFISD’s accountability rating was changed to Recognized. The increase in rating came as a result of an appeal to recalculate the TAKS science passing percentage for Dean Middle School.

The decision changed the campus’ accountability rating to Academically Acceptable.

STAAR TEST TO REPLACE TAKS TEST

STAAR, State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, has replaced TAKS. As the Texas Education Agency distributes information to the district about this new assessment program, we will post on the website at www.cfisd.net. TEA may not finalize all information until the beginning of the spring semester, so we encourage you to revisit the website throughout the school year. Be assured, we will post information as soon as it is available to the district.

You can access information in several ways: 1. STAAR information will be posted on each campus’ web page.

2. STAAR is accessible from Quick Links on the homepage of the district website.

3. A STAAR resources link is posted on the homepage of the district website under District News.

4. Campuses will include information in parent newsletters.

If you have any questions, please contact your school principal, CFISD curriculum and instruction team or TEA.

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Private & Pre-Schools Cornerstone UMC Preschool Registration Announcement

Cornerstone United Methodist Church Preschool has been serving the needs of the Copperfield area since 1985. Cornerstone is a State Licensed facility operating five days a week. We offer programs for children 15 months through five-year-old preschoolers.

CUMC Preschool will be offering tours every Tuesday at 10:00 AM beginning January 17th and continuing through February 7th.

Join the Preschool directors in the sanctuary where they will answer questions and discuss our program (curriculum, activities, special events, schedules, etc.) with interested families in the community.

Families that attend one of our tours can register before our open family registration. Come and find out how!

Open family registration will be held on Thursday, February 9th at 10:00 AM in the church sanctuary. We are located at 15919 Ridge Park Drive in the Copperfield subdivision, Southdown Village. For further information, please call 281-859-1612.

Texas Christian School OPEN HOUSE

Texas Christian School will hold their annual Open Houses: Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 6:30 PM: “Meet and Greet,” tour the campus, visit classrooms, refreshments.

Thursday, March 1, 2012 - 6:30 PM: View Science/Art Fair projects, tour the campus, visit classrooms.

Educating 2-year-old - 12th grade for over 20 years using challenging Curriculum, character development and sports. Contact us at 281550-6060, 17810 Kieth-Harrow Blvd., Houston, TX 77084 or visit www.TexasChristianSchool.org.

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Top Row: Coach Rob Tramuto, Christian Jefferson, Ashlend Taylor, Kyle Kitchen, Matthew Elliot, Grayson Wilson, Ty Wise, Blake Scott, David Scott. Coach Chris Kitchen Bottom Row: Hudson Hopper, Robert Doucet, Alexei Hahn, Jonathan Loebl

CRBS FLAG FOOTBALL PLAYS TOUGH Takes Second in Conference!

Clay Road Baptist School (CRBS) Middle School Flag Football team took second place in the West Houston Christian Athletics Conference (WHCAC) championship on Saturday, October 29th, held at Southwest Christian Academy. The CRBS Eagles held Calvary Episcopal School to two touchdowns in a heavily defensive game against a very tough, disciplined team until the very last play, with the final score being 20-0. CRBS played against eight teams in the WHCAC from August to October.

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Dean Unsicker of Rosehill Christian School presented a check to St. Luke’s Community Hospital during a recent football game. RCS raised $900 through t-shirt sales to benefit breast cancer research.

The Head of School, along with Varsity Cheerleaders presented the money raised to Candace Chang, Manager of Imaging and Diagnostics at St. Luke’s. Rosehill Christian School is located at 19830 FM 2920 in Tomball, Texas.

Clay Road Baptist School (CRBS) Middle School volleyball team took the West Houston Christian Athletics Conference (WHCAC) championship on October 20, 2011, at the finals held at Logos Prep Academy in Sugarland, TX. The first match was very difficult, but ended with a win for CRBS with a score of 25-23. Calvary Episcopal School won the second match with a score of 25-15. During the final match, which led to the championship title, Samantha Skrehot hit a “hotspot” with 12 straight serves leading CRBS to a championship win with a score of 15 -2. CRBS played against twelve teams in the WHCAC from August to October.

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Call the library at 281-290-3214 for L.I.F.E. program information.

Look What’s in the Center for the Arts In December are a choral concert featuring the LSC-CyFair Symphonic Band “Carmina Burana” Dec. 2nd and Jazz Ensemble concert “JazzExpress” Dec. 7th. For tickets and event information, go to LoneStar.edu/boxoffice. In the Bosque Gallery will be the Student Art Show Dec. 1st through Dec. 8th with a reception and awards ceremony set from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM Dec. 1st. For gallery information, go to LoneStar.edu/bosquegallery.

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Cy-Fair Sports Association is having baseball, football, cheerleading, drill team and wrestling sign ups right now. Check out the website for more information www.cy-fairsports.org.

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Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun while improving golfing skills. For more information, contact Sue Crookson at 281-392-4913 scrookson@houston.rr.com or Yana Dommert at 281-394-2481 yana@entouch.net.

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Epiphany of the Lord’s 17th Annual Frostyfest will be held December 3, 2011 from 9 AM until 3 PM at 1530 Norwalk Dr., Katy (South of I-10 off of Highland Knolls between Fry Road and Westgreen Blvd.). This show offers handmade merchandise from craftsman and artisans; no resale venders. In addition to the more than 80 venders, there will be a quilt raffle, silent auction, bake sale and photos with Santa.

Morton Ranch High SCHOOL HOLIDAY MARKET FOR PROJECT PROM 2012

We will be having a Project Prom 2012 fundraising event (Holiday Market with booths for crafts, etc.) at Morton Ranch Junior High, 2498 North Mason Road, Katy, Texas 77449 (not at the high school,) on December 3rd from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Interested vendors should contact the Holiday Market chairperson, Veronica Salazar at roni_salazar@yahoo.com.

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Catch up or get ahead this holiday season with a December mini-mester class!

while in high school with Dual Credit!

Registration is now under way!

A wide variety of vendors will be there with lots of great gift ideas.

Refreshments will also be available so why not make a day of it!!

To sponsor us go to www.avonwalk.org and search for team “Brit Pack.” Thank you for all your support!

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Christmas Events Make Plans to Visit the Cornerstone UMC Live Nativity

The Cornerstone United Methodist Church (CUMC) will be hosting a Live Nativity on Saturday, December 3rd from 6-8 PM, as we transform the front area of the church into scenes that will depict the story of the birth of Jesus Christ. There will be shepherds with their sheep, the Three Wise Men and a camel, Mary and Joseph with baby Jesus in a manger and an angel portraying this holy event.

You will be able to visually embrace this event as you drive through, read scriptures and listen to music that tell of the wondrous night.

In the past, we have had several hundred cars that drive through to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas - the birth of Jesus Christ.

We are located at 18081 West Road at Barker Cypress, behind the CVS. For directions or more information, please call the church at 281-859-4141 or go to our website at www.cornerstoneumc.org.

Messiah Lutheran Church

COMMUNITY INVITED TO “NIGHT IN BETHLEHEM” Messiah Lutheran Church is hosting “A Night in Bethlehem” on Saturday and Sunday evenings, December 3rd and 4th, 5-8 pm.

The event is free, Messiah’s gift to the community. All are invited to kickoff the Christmas season by experiencing Bethlehem on the night Jesus was born, including livestock, wisemen, shepherds, Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus. Free activities for the children. Messiah is located at 11522 Telge Road, 1/2 mile north of Highway 290. For more information, 281-890-3013 or www.messiahlc.org.

First Christian Church of Katy 5th Annual “Living Nativity”

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Join us on Saturday, December 10, 2011, from 6:30-8:00 PM. There will be three (3) live representations of the Nativity Scene lasting approximately 30 minutes each. Refreshments will also be provided in the fellowship hall throughout the evening. First Christian Church is located at 22101 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, Texas 77449. For more details, call the church office at 281-492-2693 or visit our website: www.fcckaty.com.

The Christmas Revels: Musical Theater in Celebration of the Winter Solstice

The darkest time of the year casts a powerful spell over nearly every culture in the northern hemisphere, and has given birth to countless ways of celebrating the winter solstice. Many of the present-day holiday rituals in our country originate in the Nordic/German traditions and come flavored with the spices of Europe. We invite you to take a little journey to early nineteenth-century Bavaria and the surrounding regions to explore the roots of modern Christmas.

As always, this interactive family friendly show will include superb music, lovely costumes, and traditional dances. Our adult and children’s choruses will add to the warmth, as will performances by accomplished guest artists, including an Alphorn duet and yodlers, who are genuine interpreters of Bavarian culture.

A keepsake booklet containing information about the Bavarian celebrations and songs featured in the show is included with the ticket.

Don’t miss this heartwarming event and join in with our nationwide family of returning Revels fans.

The 2011 Christmas Revels takes place December 10th-11th & 17th-18th Saturdays 2:30 PM & 7:00 PM · Sundays at 2:30 PM

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Wortham Theater, entrance 16 from Cullen blvd. at the University of Houston Campus, Houston, Texas. Ample parking space available.

Tickets are $17.50 - $40.

For Tickets & Information 713-668-3303 or www.revelshouston.org, a non profit organization Revels Houston, Inc., P.O. Box 66829, Houston, TX 77266-6829, tune in to KUHF or call the Valk family at 281 398 0774.

Houston Repertoire Ballet Celebrates 10 Years En Pointe with “The Nutcracker” Sell-Out Performances Set for December 10th & 11th

The Houston Repertoire Ballet (HRB), the premier pre-professional ballet company in Northwest Houston, proudly presents the 10th annual “The Nutcracker” performance series on Saturday, December 10th at 2 pm and 7 pm and Sunday, December 11th at 1 pm and 5 pm at Tomball High School Auditorium, 30330 Quinn Road, Tomball, Texas 77375. This year features guest artists from two of the world’s premiere ballet companies: Jared Matthews, soloist with New York’s American Ballet Theatre and HRB alum, and Karina Gonzalez, soloist with the Houston Ballet. For ticket information, call 281-940HRB1 (4721) or visit www.hrbdance.org. Ticket prices range from $15 to $18.

The Houston Repertoire Ballet (HRB) is a non-profit 501(c)(3), founded by Victoria Vittum and Gilbert Rome, both nationally acclaimed teachers and choreographers who served as its co-artistic directors. Today, Ms. Vittum oversees training and programming with an equal eye to serving the needs of the community. Although Mr. Rome is now retired, he maintains his interest and affiliation with HRB, performing as Drosselmeyer in “The Nutcracker” and as a guest teacher. The program attracts and develops some of the finest young dancers in the greater Houston area, with many of the dancers

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Major funding for HRB is provided by Houston Endowment, Inc. and ConocoPhillips. Additional support comes from ExxonMobil and Marathon. School Outreach Program is generously sponsored by Target.

Covenant Lutheran Church Las Posadas

Covenant Lutheran Church (3785 Barker Cypress Rd.) is presenting its annual “Las Posadas” on Saturday, December 10th at 7:00 pm.

Bring your friends and family to experience this symbolic journey by Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem. Las Posadas is a Mexican tradition carried out by a group of people who get together to honor the birth of Jesus. This outdoor event will feature drama, scripture readings, prayer, carols in English and Spanish, and a candlelight processional, followed by traditional Mexican food for everyone! All are welcome!

What is Christmas without Handel’s “Messiah?”

To many people, Christmas is just not Christmas without singing or hearing Handel’s Messiah. The Chancel Choir of St. Peter’s United Methodist Church in Katy will host the fifth annual “Messiah Sing Along,” with full orchestra, again this year. The event will be held in the Sanctuary of the church (located at the corner of Shillington & Kingsland) Sunday, December 11, 2011 at 7:00 pm. For information, call 281-492-8031 or go to www.stpeterskaty.org.

Please join us as either a singer or a listener. Loaner scores will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis; however, given the limitations of available scores, you are encouraged to bring your own music. There will also be scores for sale.

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Fourth HAMARA DESI CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION

December 17, 2011 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Free Admission & Free Food!!

University Center, University of Houston, Main Campus Houston, TX 77581 Hamara Desi Christmas Celebration is intended to celebrate Christmas with people of different religions and faiths from India.

The celebration is non-denominational. Please come and enjoy the celebration. Of course, Santa Clause will be there to give free gifts!!

Let us enjoy the Christmas season with friends, great food, drama, songs, skits and Christmas cheer...

Please RSVP through hamaradesichristmas.com Questions call: 713-423-5029; 832-275-8810; 281-686-4135

The EmPowerment Center’s Annual Christmas Toy Drive

Two Laminated Wallet ID Cards • CD-Rom with Your Child’s Information • Full Size ID Card

Join us for a Ho! Ho! Ho! weekend beginning Saturday, December 17th at 9 am with food, fun, entertainment and special guest Santa and friends with toys for the girls and boys. Then on Sunday, December 18, 2011 at 9 am, come see, hear and enjoy the splendor of the Christmas Story by our Drama & Fine Arts Team in our Holiday Production along Santa and friends who will be giving out more toys to the kids. Everyone is welcome. For additional information, visit us online at www.beempowered.com or call our office at 281-578-3535.

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FASHION WITH PASSION

Join us for Fashion with Passion a Dinner, Silent Auction and Fashion Show benefitting Jordan Merecka Thursday, January 26, 2012 6:30 to 10:00 PM Enchanted Cypress Ballroom 12603 Louetta Road, Cypress, Texas

For sponsorship, volunteer, and ticket information contact: Teri Quance at teri@quancedesign.com Susie Pipkin at swpipkin@msn.com Terri Cesnik at terri.cesnik@sbcglobal.net Julie Saunders at jdsaunders@sbglobal.net Cynthis Gill at cynthis_gill@comcast.net Visit our Facebook page - “Fashion with Passion Fundraiser.” Tickets can be purchased at Quane Design Studio.

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As a teen, he enjoyed hunting and fishing with his father and at school, he participated in FFA (Future Farmers of America). But, in September 2010, Jordan’s heart began to fail and he was placed on a waiting list for a heart transplant. With medical treatment, he was able to attend school as he waited. At the start of 2011, the senior at Cypress Woods High School was looking forward to three major milestones in his life: his prom on May 27th, his eighteenth birthday on May 29th and his graduation on June 5th. In April 2011, his health took a turn for the worse and he was admitted to Texas Children’s Hospital with heart failure symptoms and kidney insufficiency. He critically needed a heart transplant. Over the weekend of May 21st, all of his organs began to fail acutely and he could not breath on his own because his heart was so weak. On May 22nd, Jordan received the Total Artificial Heart that saved his life. Jordan missed his prom, but thanks to a diligent heart-failure team and the availability of the

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“I’m In PAIN” Can Chiropractic Help ME ?

We are often asked, “What’s the best way of finding out whether or not a doctor of chiropractic can help my problem?”

We believe the answer can be found in a complete chiropractic consultation and examination, including x-rays. And to help find out for sure, we will do a complete consultation and examination, including x-rays, if necessary, (procedures that normally cost $187.00 or more) for $25.00.

We will make this special program available through DECEMBER. The only exception to the offer involves personal injury cases (workers’ compensation and auto accidents) in which there is no charge directly to the patient.

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✓A REFERRAL TO THE PROPER SPECIALIST IF WE DETERMINE CHIROPRACTIC CAN’T HELP YOU.

CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH and WELLNESS CENTER artificial heart, he celebrated his birthday at Texas Children’s on May 29th - a week after his surgery. On June 5th, Jordan watched his graduation ceremony online while his 16-year-old sister walked across the stage to accept his diploma on his behalf. His class rose to their feet for a standing ovation. Jordan has been accepted at Texas A&M University Galveston and looks forward to studying marine biology. But for now, Jordan’s focus is on gaining his strength and being ready for his new heart.

ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS “LAS VEGAS NIGHT”

The Knights of Columbus Council 8096 of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church invite you to attend our 26th Charity Las Vegas Night.

The event will be held on February 18, 2012, from 7:00 PM until 10:30 PM, at the church, 6646 Addicks Satsuma, in the Community Life Center.

A prize auction will follow with fabulous items to bid on with the play money you win. Included will be a trip to Las Vegas, hotel stays, restaurant dinners, sports memorabilia, wonderful gift baskets, fantastic coupons and fabulous merchandise.

We hope you will join us and promise you a fun-filled evening of Black Jack, Craps, Roulette, Poker, Slot Machines and other games.

Snacks and drinks are included in the price. Donations appreciated.

Bring your friends and neighbors. Tickets are only $15 per person and all proceeds will benefit local Knights of columbus Charities.

For more information, please call Franklin Holub 281-463-6122, email holub8096@sbcglobal.net. We sure hope to see you there!

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Blood Drive St. Cuthbert Episcopal Blood Drive

On Sunday, December 11th starting at 8:30 AM. St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church will be hosting a Blood Drive with a mobile unit set up in their parking lot. Registration and donor forms will be available in the Parish Hall. To donate you must be at least 17 years of age, at least 110 lbs. and in good general health. Remember, it takes about 15 minutes and one pint of blood to save three lives. St. Cuthbert is located at 17020 West Road, Houston (the northeast corner of West and Queenston). Visit us at www.stcuthbert.org.

Theater/Fine Arts 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 Sound of Music (Through Dec 18, 2011 on the Garza Main Stage) A Lesson Before Dying (Jan. 20 - Feb. 5, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage) Seussical the Musical (Feb. 24 - Mar. 11, 2012 at the Berry Center) 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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Season tickets are now on sale. For the best seating and lowest prices become a season ticket holder. The HFAC season package is arranged so that any six or more shows constitute a package and patrons get to pick which 6, 7 or 8! Patrons can select their seats online at www.houstonfac.com or call the HFAC box office at 281685-6374. GO TO http://www.houstonfac.com/id6.html for more information or to request an audition appointment.

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December A CANTARE Christmas Sampler 3 PM, Tuesday, December 6, 2011 Passion, spirit, excellence, joy…… are a few of the words that describe choral performances by CANTARE Houston over the past seven years. Under the direction of founder/artistic director Kevin Riehle, CANTARE seeks to create a community of people changed by the power of great choral music. Tickets: $6 - $12

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Houston Symphony Orchestra 8 PM, Saturday, December 31, 2011 Celebrating the new year has become a tradition at The Centrum.

Join the Houston Symphony and conductor Brett Mitchell as they ring in the New Year with class! The concert will feature traditional holiday favorites and pop classics. Tickets: $30-60

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January Legacy Concert: Noel Bouley 3 PM, Tuesday, January 10, 2012 Bass-baritone Noel Bouley received a master’s degree in vocal performance at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music and he completed a bachelor’s degree in both vocal performance and music education at Louisiana State University. Bouley has performed as the bass soloist in major works such as Beethoven’s 9th Symphony, Bach’s Mass in B minor, Mozart’s Mass in C minor, Bach’s Ich habe genug and Handel’s Messiah. Tickets: $6 - $12 All performances are at The Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Dr. Spring, TX 77379, 281-440-4850; www.cypresscreekface.org.

Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company Museum of Dysfunction IV

Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company and Obsidian Art Space present Museum of Dysfunction IV: a SHOWCASE OF SHORTS written by new writers from all over the world and directed and produced by the talented members of Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company! This year’s shorts focus on the agony of love and the roller coaster that is the human relationship. We have chosen the best of the best from over 200 submissions this year!Playwrights include writers from Milwaukee, Oregon, Texas, New York, California, Ohio, Illinois and Michigan. There are two alternating groups of plays, so you can come twice and see two different shows! Some adult situations and language, PG 13.

WHO: Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company and Obsidian Art Space WHAT: Museum of Dysfunction IV WHEN: Dec. 1st, 3rd & 9th (Group 1) and Dec. 2nd, 8th & 10th (Group 2) with a mixture of both groups on Monday, Dec. 5, 2011. All shows at 8 pm.

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Yamaha flugel horn, silver, $500; Holton trumpet, silver, $500; Olds cornet, silver, $300; Roland arranger, $250. All OBO and in excellent condition with cases. Call 281-676-4176.

Croscill queen comforter, w/accessories, $35; TV, JVC 27”, CRT w/ glass door stand, $60; kitchen sink, double, stainless, with faucet, $50. 281-463-4898.

Doll house, $65; toy chest, $35. Both need TLC by Grandpa/Dad for grandchild. 281-856-9000.

GE refrigerator, profile 23.6 cft., double door, water & ice dispenser, $350; Dot Matrix printer, XX-P1124, $50; modern computer table, $35; cable modem, Westell Wirespeed, $10; beveled glass coffee table, $30; old model fax machine, $10; water bed water cover, $10.

Call 281-550-6308.

Hutch with dinning table and 6 chairs, white wash finish, $700. Call 281-550-6308.

50 piece spade Christmas Tree china and crystal, 8 of each dinner plates, salad plates, cups, saucers, wine glasses, iced beverage glasses, plus 2 large candle holders. Many pieces never used, all look new, $375. Many serving pieces avalible, many never used. Call for prices. 713-983-6063.

Beautiful brass and glass lighted display cabinet, 83 1/2” x 32” x 16,” $400. Carol 281-463-1094.

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Breakfast table with 6 chairs, $299; TV armoire, $275; lamps, $50; Lajos Markos “Remember the Alamo” framed, signed artist proof, $2,500; Duncan Phyfe dining table with 6 Bombay Company chairs, $850; pedestal globe, $30; 2 model cars, $49; model ship, $25. 281814-7436.

Golf balls for sale. Gently used, clean, ready for play. 40 balls per bag, each bag includes 10 Titleist, $20 per bag. Please call 281-799-3433.

48” round Formica top kitchen table with 12” leaf and 6 maple chairs.

Recently refinished, very good condition, $150; solid pine twin head and foot board with side rails, good condition, $75; upholstered platform rocker, blue, needs work, $35. Call 281-948-9924.

Giant road bike, small frame, fits 5’2”-5’6,” $400; Treadmill, $200.

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Lots of outdoor x-mas lights, $250; Two large white outdoor wire wreaths with white lights, $75 each; A gazillion Legos, some robotic and Lego books, $300. 281-550-8113 or sobayer@aol.com.

Beautiful diamond platinum engagement ring; white gold diamond wedding ring; ¾ carat diamond stud earrings; set of 6 each Waterford crystal Elberon flute, beverage & wine glasses-most never used.

E-mail for pricing and pictures. bcdepaolis@gmail.com.

Upright 16cf freezer, $75; beautiful mahogany antique round table w/6 chairs and 18’ leaf, $200; stainless vent-a-hood, $25. All in great condition. Call 713-417-4821.

Yamaha GH1B beautiful piano, polished ebony, like new, purchased in 2002, $7,000 OBO. 281-398-6870.

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Register online or on campus NOW HCC offers BOTH university transfer and career and technical courses.

Two locations in West Houston Katy Campus

1550 Foxlake Drive (I-10 & Fry Road)

Spring Branch Campus

1010 W. Sam Houston Pkwy. North (I-10 & Beltway 8)

For campus tours call 713.718.5707

Spring classes begin January 17, 2012

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Join us on facebook.com/hccnorthwest Follow HCC on twitter @hcckatycampus @hccspringbranch Prom dresses, both long and short dresses, various colors and sizes; white bridal gown used for NCL presentation. Prices negotiable. 281392-6518.

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, $900. 281844-6896.

Power lift recliner, brand new, never used, camel color, paid $1,200, asking $700 OBO. 281-858-1043.

Rainbow Play System: 2 swings, 360 tire swing, 3 station swing beam, Jacob’s rope ladder, knotted rope w/ disc swing, slide, playhouse and more. Asking $1,400 OBO. Contact Joe 832-654-8886.

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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Estate Sale: Duncan Phife dining table, $350; dark Rattan barrelback chair & sectional sofa, $750; Ancient Minnesota peddle sewing machine, $100; Florida light maple bedroom set, 2 night stands, headboard, vanity w/mirror, $350; Admiral Signature 21 cu.ft. frost-

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free refrigerator w/ice maker, $125; Roper heavy duty large capacity electric dryer, $85; solid oak dining table w/six chairs, 2 leaves, $350; white Fossil Rock 2 end tables, sofa table and coffee table w/glass tops, $400; blue/white country plaid sleeper sofa, $175; solid pecan credenza, $125; Florida dark maple bedroom set, 2 nightstands, headboard, vanity w/mirror, $350. 281-856-0765.

AUTOMOTIVE

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.

1996 Buick Roadmaster Ltd: White, leather seats, 76K miles, good condition, $4,500. Call Richie Anderson 281-463-1712.

1998 Suzuki 1500 Intruder, $3,550. Call for details 281-726-4305 Pat. 17” Dodge Ram 1500 wheels and tires, 265/70/17, $650 OBO. Call 713-898-0912.

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Mature female to live in and care for elderly female in Settlers Village.

Duties include light cleaning and detailed personal care. 832-4708045.

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HELP WANTED

Swimming pool cleaner: Needed experienced pool cleaner to help with route maintenance in Cypress and Northwest Houston. Must have dependable truck with 2” receiver towing hitch, English speaking, have cell phone and capable of lifting and carrying 100 pounds. If you meet these requirements please call 281-785-5939.

A local State Farm agent is seeking highly motivated telemarketers to work in a fun, upbeat office environment. Applicants should have telemarketing experience and reliable transportation. Please email resume to Tom@TomZellers.com for more information.

Read3Zero Hosts Its 2nd Annual I Write Short Stories by Kids for Kids Book Signing in Houston 40 Students honored for their creative writing and illustrating talents.

Hosted by Children’s Author Melissa M. Williams and the Read3Zero Literacy Foundation.

Contest now open for students in the 3rd - 8th grade.

All winners are published in the I Write Anthology Series.

Lease space available, upscale salon in Copperfield. Contact Leticia 713-898-4484 or Craig 832-483-0114.

Salon Professionals - Experience hairstylist wanted for trendy salon in Copperfield. Lease space starting at $125 per week. Massage / facial suite also available. Call Dana 832-434-3644.

About Hair Salon and Day Spa is seeking experienced stylists. Apply in person 15422 FM 529, Houston, TX 77095.

Sandy’s Hair Studio is now hiring an experienced hair stylist; facialist and massage therapist. We offer great commission. Call 281-2562279.

LL Hair Studio Salon is hiring experienced stylists! Visit our website at www.LLHairStudio.com to learn more, or call us today at 281-5505302.

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. 1035 Dairy Ashford, Suite 225, Houston TX, 77079.

For more information and entry details visit: www.Read3Zero.com Email questions to: Melissa@LongTalePublishing.com Visit the author’s website: www.MelissaMWilliamsAuthor.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. 281656-2273.

Michelle’s Salon is looking for good experience hairstylist, massage therapist, nail tech and esthetician, lease or commission. 832-8781052.

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.

Dental Hygienist needed part-time, minimum 3 years experience, 2 days a week, 7 AM-4 PM, 9 AM-6 PM, days flexible, San Felipe/Voss.

Fax Resume to 713-974-4760.

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.

A growing residential construction co. locally owned & operated looking for advancement minded English speaking individual w/truck & tools. Call for more information 713-591-7825 or 713-446-6989.

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM OUR HOUSE TO YOURS!

Amy Nabors

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Joel Braswell

Bren Brewer

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Mark Ellis

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281.463.4131 25250 NORTHWEST FREEWAY, SUITE 200 • CYPRESS , TEXAS 77429 Dental assistant position available. F/T, nonsmoker, experienced preferred, knowledge of Dentrix software and bilingual a plus. Must be state licensed; Front desk receptionist, bilingual preferred. Fax resume to: 281-861-7174. Or call 281-861-7500.

Housekeepers needed. Great hours for mom’s with school age children. 281-861-0394.

Stylist position available at Salon Picasso Studios. Lease/commission.

281-861-9911.

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.

PETS FOR SALE

Shih Tzu adorable puppies. 281-743-3500.

Cavalier King Charles playful healthy little puppies for sale. 281-4926763.

TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES

Las Vegas Timeshare - On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen, dining & living; jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s/2 Phones, 2 pools outside building, fitness room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days $355 - 7 days $500. No added fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409.

Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar Creek Cabin, new 2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front porch, satellite TV, beautiful views, abundant wildlife, Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park, sleeps 8. Call 866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more information.

NOVENA TO ST. JUDE

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world, now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude help of the hopeless, pray for us. Say Novena 9 times a day for 9 days. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised.

Thank you St. Jude – TS, RYF DMR, SR, HM. Due to the amount of space involved and the response of those wishing to publish a Novena to St. Jude, a Novena to St. Jude will be published along with a list of initials of those wishing to publish one.

We are sorry, but we cannot make exceptions. $5 Charge for each Novena per area. Please specify which area you would your Novena to appear in. - Krenek Printing.

HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE

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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Joel Muller 281-304-9488

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Providing Insurance and Financial Services Home Office: Bloomington, Illinois 61710

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5NOW

SERVICING & REPAIRING ALL JAPANESE & AMERICAN VEHICLES!

Thursday is Ladies Day!

Quality and service are not expensive... they are priceless.

10% OFF ALL REPAIRS

Serving Highway 6 area Honda and Acura owners!

Cannot be combined with other discounts

5930 Hwy 6 North, Bldg K

We Buy & Sell Cars!!

281-861-0344

OIL & FILTER CHANGE Includes: Replace engine oil with Castrol GTX oil and oil filter (genuine Honda/Acura filter). Check fluid levels-battery, radiator, transmission, power steering, brakes, clutch and windshield washer-inspect wiper blades, check CV joint boots for damage. Inspect tires for wear and damage, check pressure (including spare) and inflate to proper PSI. Expires 12-31-11

TIMING BELT SPECIALS

15%off

Regular Price with this coupon Expires 12-31-11

CLUTCH REPLACEMENT SPECIAL

15%off

Regular Price with this coupon Expires 12-31-11

HONDA/ACURA BRAKE SPECIAL

95 29 . plus tax

OUR LOW PRICE

$

Includes: Replace front brake pads: inspect front discs and calipers, rear discs and calipers ( or rear drums and wheel cylinders), inspect brake lines, hoses and master cylinder.

Adjust parking brake. Prices vary by auto age and style.

Call for estimate. Genuine Honda/Acura Parts used.

AXLE REPLACEMENT SPECIAL

15%off

Regular Price with this coupon Expires 12-31-11

SPECIAL SMALL SERVICE

99

7,500/ $ 22,500/ with this coupon 37,500/... Expires 12-31-11

with this coupon

%off 10 brake work Expires 12-31-11

ALL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE PROGRAM

15%off

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