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SPRING GARAGE SALE
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Mark your calendars! The Spring Garage Sale will be held April 14th from 7 AM to 12 noon. Please remember that residents may only have a garage sale during the community event. Sign up began March 20th.
If you plan to go on vacation, it is important to prepare your home before you head out the door. Hold mail and newspaper delivery or have a neighbor pick it up for you. One of the telltale signs of “nobody is home� is a pile of newspapers on your sidewalk. Tell a neighbor when you are going to be gone and give them a contact number in case they need to reach you. Complete a vacation watch form online with the Ft. Bend County Sheriff at www.co.fort-bend.tx.us/vacationForm.asp or by calling the dispatcher at 281-341-4666. For a full list of vacation preparation tips, go to www.sevenmeadowslive. com, sign in and go to the Neighborhood Watch Team Group site and download the document under vacation tips.
Recycle PRogRam Recycle is every Monday! If you have not done so already take the time to sign up for the rewards program. Go to recyclebank.com to sign up.
yaRd of the month Yard of the month will return in May. Many thanks to those residents take great care with their gardens and landscape. It is something the whole community can enjoy! Don’t hesitate to recommend your favorite yard of the month by emailing sevenmeadowslive@gmail.com.
Is youR house safe? Do you wonder if your house is safe from robbers? Crime Prevention Officer, Gerard Argao, offers a free service to inspect your home - inside and out - and give you tips and if qualified, a certificate that can give you a discount on your home insurance. For more information, contact Officer Gerard at 281-594-0801 or argaoger@co.fort-bend.tx.us.
Be a good neighbor – if you notice that your neighbor may be out of town and has not done all of above, take the initiative and make sure their newspapers are picked up and take a walk around and make sure things are secure. Neighbors watching neighbors is the key component of Neighborhood Watch. Do you know your neighbors? Do you know who your block captain is? One of the goals of the NW Team is to create a community where you know your neighbor. Neighbors watching their neighbors’ homes makes a safer place to live. Getting to know your neighbors makes a community where people enjoy living. Block parties are another way to get a group of neighbors together. They don’t have to be limited to once a year.
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The NW Team meets monthly on the third Thursday at 7 PM and the following Friday at 10 AM at the clubhouse. The Team hopes that by providing both a night time and a day time meeting that more block captains and residents will attend the meetings. Seven Meadows Patrol Officer Jake Medve and Ft. Bend County Sheriff’s Department Crime Prevention Gerard Argao are usually there to answer any questions and make a report. All residents are welcome.
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The NW Team sends out alerts when there is suspicious activity or crime in the area. It helps us stay informed and alert. To find out how you can get involved, go to the website www.sevenmeadowslive.com or email Lorraine Rabuse, membership coordinator, at lrabuse@entouch.net.
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The book club will meet on March 21st to discuss State of Wonder by Ann Patchett; a best seller from 2011. The book has been called a multi-layered atmospheric novel that is hard to put down. We will meet at 7 PM at Jeanmarie Mayfield’s house. See the book club group page on sevenmeadowslive.com for more information or check out the Seven Meadows Book Club on Facebook.
loSt and Found PetS We have had great success in Seven Meadows re-connecting pet owners with their pets when they are lost. Many thanks to a resident for taking the lead by establishing the central email of sevenmeadowspets@aol.com. If you have found or lost a pet, please email a description of the pet and the location as well as attach a picture. A resident from Grand Lakes is to be commended for her efforts that also benefit Seven Meadows community. Her email is GrandLakes4pets@aol.com. Another way to reconnect is to use the website, www.sevenmeadowslive.com and list the pet on the Lost & Found Pets message board and on the classified. Both allow you to add a picture. As they say – a picture says 1000 words!
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RegisteR foR the Residential diRectoRy New to the website is an old favorite – Residential Directory. The Resident Directory will appear as a new tab on the left, once you log on. The Directory will initially will be blank. Residents will have to OPT IN to the directory.* Again, the Directory is only visible after logging on the site. (*Due to privacy and legal concerns, the directories are opt in only to ensure that someone who does not want their personal information displayed doesn’t have to opt out for it to be hidden). There is a disclaimer when opting in that lets residents know their information will be displayed to residents of the community. In addition, on the Resident Directory page, there is a statement that informs residents that the information is not to be used for marketing purposes. To OPT IN: Click on View Profile. Click Edit and then click the box to be added in the directory. Once in, go to the directory, click on your name and you will be able to add or remove information such as phone numbers, business information, activities, photos (limited to 200X200 in size for now—.jpeg or animated .gif), village name, etc. Then click submit changes. The instructions for opting in also appear at the top of the Resident Directory page.
office hours at the clubhouse Office hours at the Clubhouse, 23610 Seven Meadows Parkway: Monday evenings: 7:00-9:00 PM tuesday and thursday: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (Please note the new days) Lorraine Rabuse & Maria Aurora Valdez, Neighborhood Representatives – 281-394-2274 Please be sure to check the website for updates on the office hours in case they change www.sevenmeadowslive.com.
access cards – Your keY to the amenities of seven meadows You will need your access card to go to the pool. Start looking for it now! If you can’t find it – cost to replace it is $25 per card. To get a new card or to replace one that doesn’t work – come to the clubhouse during office hours. You will need Picture ID, proof of residence and a check or money order made payable to “Seven Meadows” (if you need to pay for the replacement card). NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED. The access cards are also used to open the Fitness Room, Bathrooms on the outside of the pool house near the park, Pavilion Bathrooms, and the tennis courts.
fitness center The Fitness Center is open with your access card 4 AM– 11 PM. It is a wonderful amenity to the residents of Seven Meadows. Please review the Fitness Center rules on the website.
Currently, the search option is only by last name. As the directory becomes populated, we can add in other search options such as section or street name.
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Clubhouse Rentals – ReseRve foR youR next paRty One of the perks of being a resident of Seven Meadows is being able to rent the clubhouse for parties. Renters have the full clubhouse – theatre, dining room, boardroom and kitchen to entertain. A variety of parties have been planned at the clubhouse – cultural gatherings, kid’s and adult’s birthdays, 1st communion, graduation, anniversaries and more. A hostess is on hand to provide security and to take care of the electronics – you bring the food, decorations and friends. To find out more, check out the rental agreement on the website or email sevenmeadowslive@gmail.com.
CentRal paRk pavilion – ReseRve foR youR next gatheRing In an effort to coordinate a schedule of events at Central Park, all residents are encouraged to reserve the park and/or pavilion for their athletic practices and parties. This can be done by going on the website and clicking on the “Central Park Amenities� tab on the left and then Pavilion & Park Reservation. Please read the Central Park & Pavilion Rules. All reservations are posted on the website Community Events calendar. All residents and guests are asked to respect the folks who took the time to reserve the facility.
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Activities need to be appropriate for the common grounds of the community. Central Park is for all of Seven Meadows residents and their guests to enjoy. If you have any questions on what is appropriate, please call 281-394-2274 or email sevenmeadowslive@gmail.com.
foRt bend County MuniCipal utility distRiCt no. 35 Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District No. 35 (“No. 35�) – Vacancy on the Board of Directors (“Board�) of No. 35 and the Appointment of a Board Member. Qualifications to serve on the Board: (1) at least 18 years of age; (2) resident of the State of Texas; (3) own land subject to taxation within No. 35 or are a qualified voter living within No. 35. The Board of No. 35 meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 1:00 PM at the offices of Schwartz, Page & Harding, LLP, No. 35’s legal counsel, located at 1300 Post Oak Boulevard, Suite 1400, Houston, Texas 77056. Meetings generally last an hour to an hour and a half. If you are interested in being appointed to the Board of No. 35, please contact Ellen Buckman at ebuckman@sphllp.com.
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If you are going on vacation, and would like Fort Bend Sheriff’s department to check on your residence while you are away, call the sheriff at 281-341-4666 or fill out a Vacation Watch Form online at: www.co.fort-bend.tx.us/vacationForm.asp. Report any suspicious activity to the Ft. Bend Sheriff’s Department at 281-341-4666.
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for April was “Eostre-monath” (the month of openings). However, it should be remembered that Christians celebrated the resurrection of Christ long before the word “Easter” was used and the word they used for the celebration was “Pascha,” which is derived from and linked to the Jewish festival of Passover. According to Bede, the English monastic historian, the English word Easter comes from the Anglo-Saxon name for the month of April, which was known as “Eostremonath” in the AngloSaxon tongue and since Pascha was most often celebrated in Eostremonath, the English Christians began calling it “Easter.” Bede also notes that the month was named after the Anglo-Saxon goddess Esostre. Rituals related to the goddess Eostre focus on new beginnings, symbolized by the Easter egg, and fertility, which is symbolized by the hare (or Easter bunny). Courtesy of: www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/customs/easter.html
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Spring SAlAd ingrEdiEnTS: 12 slices bacon 2 heads fresh broccoli, florets only 1 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped green onions 1 cup seedless green grapes 1 cup seedless red grapes 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup blanched slivered almonds 1 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar 1/4 cup white sugar dirECTiOnS: Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside. In a large salad bowl, toss together the bacon, broccoli, celery, green onions, green grapes, red grapes, raisins and almonds. Whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar and sugar. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serves 8. http://allrecipes.com/ Submitted by Kathleen White
ApplE SAlAd ingrEdiEnTS: 5 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and chopped 5 Red Delicious apples, peeled, cored and chopped 2 (8 ounce) cans pineapple chunks, drained 2 cups raisins 1 cup chopped pecans 1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed dirECTiOnS: In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine the apples, drained pineapple, raisins, pecans and whipped topping. Mix well and serve chilled.
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SEVEN MEADOWS TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS LIST
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If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job seeker’s list, please 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.
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GARDENING TIPS FOR APRIL Mulch - If possible, buy Bagged Mulch. Bagging helps eliminate a great many pests that die from various causes while in the bag. When you buy ‘loose’ mulch that is trucked to your home, you are also buying ants, roaches, termites, etc‌ Spend a little more on bagged material and save lots of future pest problems. Keep your mulch at least 4â€? - 6â€? below the top of your homes exposed foundation edge/side. This will aid in minimizing pests in your home and allow for quick and accurate termite inspections. Shrubs, Flowers and groundcovers - Trim all shrubs/plants at least 12â€? - 18â€? back from your home. Do your best to create a plant free zone that is 18â€? - 24â€? wide around your home. The exception is your lawn - it can grow up next to the slab as long as you keep it 4â€? - 6â€? below the top of the slab. The most conducive to termite infestation are groundcover plantings, growing high against your homes exterior or (especially) ivy that grows on your walls.
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Trees - Spray your trees at least twice annually. The spring spray eliminates overwintering pests and fungi while preparing trees to resist the pest onslaught of summer with residual pesticides. The fall spray also kills pests from the summer, prevents most fungi from occurring over the winter and puts your valuable asset off to a healthy winter’s dormancy. Lawn - Spring is the perfect time to do a fungicide treatment to stop brown patch in its tracks along with other fungi. If your lawn is thin and weak in some areas, here are some important fundamentals: a) lawn aeration b) fertilization c) weed control.
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LocaL Veteran Groups Meet If you are an honorably discharged War Time Veteran or currently serving on active duty and want to associate yourself with fellow Veterans, please consider joining one of the following groups. (Each organization has its own requirements for membership.) AmericAn Legion: The Jonathan D. Rozier Post 164 of Katy Texas meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, at 7 PM at the Katy Elks Lodge #2628, at 1050 Katy-Ft. Bend Road, Katy TX. Meetings start promptly at 7:30 PM. The American Legion is the largest war time Veteran’s organization in the nation and invites all eligible Veterans to join. Proud sponsor of the American Legion Boy’s State Program. Will Miller, Post Commander. Visit us at www.LegionPost164KatyTX.org for more information. VFW: The Floyd E. Breedlove Post 9182 of Katy Texas meets the first monday of each month at the VFW Hall on George Bush Dr. in “Old Town Katy.” Meetings begin with a covered dish dinner at 6:30 PM, followed by the business meetings of the VFW and Ladies Auxiliary at 7:30 PM. Peyton Lumpkin, Commander. Ladies Auxiliary President, Karon Cramer. miLitAry order oF the PurPLe heArt: Tri-County Chapter 723 of the MOPH meets the third thursday of each month at the VFW Hall on George Bush Dr. in Old Town Katy. David Lemak, Commander. Additional information is available through the Veterans Memorial Museum at: 281-391-VETS (8387).
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Decker has been with Katy ISD since 2005 as assistant athletic director. She has been responsible for assisting in the overall organization and administration of the Katy ISD Athletic Department. Prior to joining Katy ISD, Decker served assistant athletic director for McKinney ISD. Decker holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas A&M Commerce and a Master of Education from Tarleton State University, where she also earned her principal certification. She is also a NIAAA Certified Athletic Administrator and holds an all-level physical education lifetime certificate.
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The Katy ISD Department of Athletics oversees the athletic programs of all six Katy ISD high schools and 12 junior high programs. Katy ISD athletic programs have been successful state-wide as Katy ISD has won 16 state team championships.
KATY ISD PARTNERS IN EDUCATION CELEBRATING KATY ISD SISTER SCHOOLS What is Sister Schools? It is a new initiative encouraging friendship, understanding and cooperation between students, parents and teachers throughout Katy ISD. One volunteer, one school at a time Sister Schools envisions a district in which all campuses have access to quality volunteer support, where cross-cultural experiences promote understanding,and where people are empowered to effect positive change.
DEBBIE DECKER NAMED KATY ISD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS February 23, 2012 - During this week’s work study meeting, Superintendent Alton Frailey announced the reassignment of Debbie Decker as the executive director of athletics for Katy ISD. Decker has been serving as interim executive director of athletics since the retirement of Rusty Dowling in January 2012.
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L-R: Michael Gilbert, Ian Johnecheck and Ryan Goodwin. Picture by Laura Tynan Photography
Pack 209“Marked Men� Katy Boy Scout Troop 209 recently held an Eagle Scout Award Court of Honor ceremony to recognize Michael Gilbert, Ryan Goodwin and Ian Johnecheck for achieving Scouting’s highest rank of Eagle Scout. Each Scout individually completed the requirements for Eagle by demonstrating leadership skills and proficiency as well as by initiating and leading a community service project. Michael’s project benefited St. Bartholomew Roman Catholic Church’s Youth Program, Ryan’s project benefited The Katy Heritage Society and Ian’s project benefited the Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Coalition. The three began Scouting in 2000 as Tiger Cubs in Cub Scout Troop 925. Now as Eagle Scouts they have become “Marked Men� by assuming the solemn obligation to do their duty to God, to Country, to fellow Scouts and to Mankind in general. Graduating from high school in 2011, Michael currently attends Midwestern State University, Ryan attends the University of Arkansas and Ian attends the University of Oklahoma. Troop 209, sponsored by St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, was established in 1939 and since then 138 of its members have become Eagle Scouts. Only 4 in 100 Scouts will earn the rank of Eagle Scout.
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Boy Scout trooP 557 neWS The Boy Scouts of Katy’s Troop 557 just had their Court of Honor recognizing the scouts’ achievements over the past few months. Many scouts in the troop received various merit badges that they have been working on. Congratulations Scouts! For more information about Boy Scouts and troop 557, contact Scout Master Derek Spier, dspier1@comcast.net.
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Aggie Recording Artist, Kimberly Dunn will be at our annual spring fundraiser“Boots ‘N Whoops!� Aggie or not, this is a concert you don’t want to miss! Sunday, April 22, 2012 at Red River Dance Hall (SH 249) Purchase tickets today for this private performance. To keep up with NWHC Aggie Moms, like our FACEBOOK and visit our web page at www.nwhcaggiemoms.org.
Cooks uP houston’s hot suMMeR BReAk™ BeneFits AnnuAl event The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo today announced the launch of a new summer festival, benefiting the Show and allowing Houstonians an enjoyable, refreshing and entertaining break from the city’s summer heat.
Houston’s Hot Summer Break, July 4-8, 2012, is an all day, five-day music, food, beer, wine and spirits festival, featuring top chefs and mixologists, shopping, and live music. Held completely inside Reliant Center, the summer event includes cooking demonstrations, a beer brewing competition, wine and liquor seminars and the search for Houston’s best cocktail, margarita and martini.
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Patrons also can explore both floors of Reliant Center to listen and dance to live concerts featuring country, blues and jazz music, along with disc jockeys playing a mix of club music.
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The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is a Section 501(c)(3) charity that benefits youth, supports education, and facilitates better agricultural practices through exhibitions and presentation. Since its beginning in 1932, the Show has committed approximately $283 million to the youth of Texas. The 2012 Show runs Feb. 28th - March 18th. For tickets and more information, visit www.rodeohouston.com.
SPECIAL PALSHouSton PEt ExPo On April 14, 2012, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM join Special Pals at the Houston Pet Expo! A day full of FREE pet-friendly fun in the air- conditioned comfort of Reliant Center! We’ll be out spinning the Special Pals wheel for prizes with our friends at Gulf Coast Medical Vet Clinic. If you would like to volunteer to run our booth with us, please email info@specialpalsshelter.org. Location - Reliant Center, 8400 Kirby, Houston, TX 77054.
CInCo RAnCH nAtuRE AdvEntuRE dAy April 21 Take a walk on the wild side at the 3rd Annual Cinco Ranch Nature Adventure. Join us for a day of exploring the wonders of nature through live animal presentations, guest speakers, educational booths and fun for the whole family. Leashed pets welcome! Location - The Lake House at Cinco Ranch 25202 Springwood Lake Dr., Katy, Texas 77494 st
About Special Pals: Special Pals is a limited-intake, no-kill animal shelter located in West Houston. As a non-profit 501(c)3 organization our mission is to make the world a better place for healthy cats and dogs by providing temporary shelter and health care, an alternative to euthanasia, adoptive homes and education to the community about the responsibilities of pet ownership and the importance of spaying and neutering. We offer adoption services, boarding, lowcost wellness clinics and low-cost spaying and neutering
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is proud to present “Dead Man’s Cell Phone” by Sarah Ruhl. The performances will run through April 7, 2012 at Studio 101 at Spring Street Studios. Synopsis: Jean becomes annoyed when the man sitting next to her won’t answer his ringing phone, until she finally answers it herself, and in doing so discovers that the man is dead. By taking ownership of his phone, Jean moves into Gordon’s life, meeting his mother, his widow and falling in love with his brother. But as Jean clumsily attempts to comfort his grieving relatives and begins to discover more about the nature of Gordon’s unpleasant work, she begins to realize that she may be in for more than she bargained for. WHERE: Studio 101 at Spring Street Studios, 1824 Spring Street, Houston TX 77007 WHEN: Through April 7, 2012 (Thursday thru Saturday). With a ‘Pay as you Like’ Monday on April 2nd. All performances are at 8 PM. PRicE: $15 regular/ $8 students and seniors MORE INFO/Reservations: www.mildredsumbrella.com, info@mildredsumbrella.com or 832-463-0409.
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The purpose of the Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival is to increase exposure of jazz, to extend jazz education for developing musicians and to provide entertainment of the jazz music medium in the Katy and West Houston areas. The Festival’s activities are non-competitive and dedicated to the development and preservation of this truly American art form. The Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival is also a uniquely different event for jazz music patrons. All attendees have the opportunity to hear big bands and combos comprised of student jazz musicians throughout the day, as well as featured guitar artists and aspiring music groups, via the component known as the Katy Guitar Fest. Each day then can be completed by attending the Featured Concerts on Friday and Saturday nights by world-renown jazz recording artists. Throughout the day an exhibit of outstanding visual artwork, by area and national artists, known as ARTkaty is on display and provides the opportunity for attendees to view, enjoy, and purchase fine artwork of the highest quality. More information about the featured jazz artists, featured guitar artists, and visual artists can be found on the website: www.WestHoustonJazz.com. When you have reached the website, you can sign up for updates on the artists and latest information pertaining to the Festival and the professional artists! You can also follow the latest “buzz” about the Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival on Facebook, a link to which can also be found on the website!
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Performance participation in the Katy/West Houston Jazz Festival is open to all student jazz ensembles (big bands and/or combos) at the middle school, junior high, high school and/or college levels. Performance and participation in the Katy Guitar Fest is encouraged for all guitarists of all ages and all genres of music. Registration forms for each of these components are available on the website: www. WestHoustonJazz.com. Student participating ensembles will receive professional constructive comments by renowned professional jazz artists after their performances, as well as participate in individualized instruction on their own musical instruments through “master classes” with the professional jazz artists. Topics and technical studies ranging from jazz interpretation to improvisation to composition and professional pathways in jazz are all included in the master classes. Festival attendees may attend any of the daily performances and art exhibit with the purchase of a daily admission wristband. Shuttle buses will be available, at no cost to Festival attendees, for transportation from the local Katy hotels (which offer reduced rates to Festival participants and attendees) to the Festival and return them to their original point of departure. Daily admission wristbands will be available at the entrance to the Katy High School Performing Arts Center or in the lobby of the following Katy hotels located at the Katy Mills Mall area: Best Western Plus; Hilton Garden Inn; Springhill Suites, by Marriott and the Residence Inn, by Marriott. Admission to the evening Feature Concerts is by ticket only. Tickets can be purchased at the Ticket Window of the Katy High School Performing Arts Center or in the lobby areas of the Katy hotels noted above during the days of the Festival, or in advance from any Katy ISD high school band member, Cinco Ranch Conservatory of Music or online at www.WestHoustonJazz.com. Please visit the website to receive information pertaining to the dates for ticket sales at a later time. Proceeds from the Festival go to support the jazz education at Katy ISD high schools.
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WHO: Houston Repertoire Ballet (HRB), featuring guest artist David Armendariz as the prince, while Claire White and Amaris Sharratt will alternate the role of Cinderella. WHAT: The pre-professional ballet company in Northwest Houston proudly presents the Tomball premiere of its full-length production of Cinderella in three acts. Award-winning choreographer Victoria Vittum brings the classic fairy tale to life with her interpretation of this “happily ever after” ballet set to the timeless score of Sergei Prokofiev. WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, April 28th at 4 PM Sunday, April 29th at 2 PM Tomball High School Auditorium 30330 Quinn Road Tomball, Texas 77375 TICKETS: Reserved Seating: $15/$18. For ticket information, call 281-940-HRB1 (4721) or visit www.hrbdance.org. OUTREACH: The dancers of HRB perform excerpts from each production and make costumed appearances at various nursing homes, group events and at Arts & Education performances. Also, HRB will perform for the Tomball ISD fourth grade students, fulfilling the arts component of their curriculum. To schedule an outreach event for your organization, call 281-940-HRB1 (4721).
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EASTER SERVICES/EVENTS HOly Week At lIvInG WOrd lutHerAn cHurcH Sunday, April 1st - Palm Sunday The Katy community is cordially invited to attend a Lenten Cantata, “Behold the Gift of Love” presented by the Choir of Living Word Lutheran Church. The cantata tells the story of God’s redeeming love for us and retraces Christ’s suffering and sacrifice on the cross. The choir, accompanied by a chamber orchestra, will present the cantata on Sunday, April 1st at the 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM services. Following the services, children will be invited to an “instrument petting zoo” where they can see and hear up-close demonstrations of the orchestra instruments. Thursday, April 5th - Maundy Thursday The Maundy Thursday worship service will be held at 7 PM. Friday, April 6th - Good Friday “Journey to the Cross” begins at 10 AM and is an interactive walk through the events of Holy Week for young children and their families.
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“Stations of the Cross,” a worship service for all ages, will be held at both 3 pm & 7 pm. Sunday, April 8th - Easter Sunday Celebration The Easter Sunday worship services will be held at 8 am, 9:30 am, 11 am and 6 pm. Living Word Lutheran Church is located at 3700 S. mason Rd. Katy, 77450. For additional information, visit www.livingwordkaty.org.
New Hope presbyteriaN CHurCH HoLy weeK Worship Services for Holy Week at New Hope presbyterian Church, 1350 North mason Road, begin Palm Sunday, April 1st, at 10:30 am, with full congregational participation in the procession of the palms, special music offerings and will be followed by a potluck luncheon in Schulenberg Hall. Maundy Thursday, April 5th at 8:00 pm, is the contemplative observance of Tenebrae, highlighted with the production of the liturgical drama, abandonment, plus special music. The celebration of the Resurrection of the Lord is Easter Sunday, April 8th, at 10:30 am, with yet more special music. The sacrament of the Lord’s Supper will be celebrated at all three services. We hope you will join us throughout the week that marks the highpoint of the church’s calendar. please call 281-492-8520 or check our website www.newhopepckaty.org for further information.
CorNerstoNe presbyteriaN CHurCH... easter aCtivities You are invited to participate in our Easter season activities beginning Thursday, April 5th at our annual Maundy Thursday service at 7:00 pm. Then join us in celebration of our Lord’s resurrection on Sunday, April 8th. Breakfast will be served at 9:00 am followed by an egg hunt for children ages 11 and younger. Our Easter worship service will begin at 10:30 am. We look forward to celebrating and worshiping with you. We are located at 1351 South mason Road @ park York. For more information, call 281-579-1080 or visit us on the web at www.CornerstoneKaty.org.
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Otto’s Caters! triNity baptist CHurCH...easter serviCe Come worship with us Easter Sunday, April 8th. The choir and orchestra will present “Grace and all It’s Glory.” April 15th - pastor Josh Guajardo will begin a sermon series entitled “Living as Children of Light,” based out of the book of Ephesians. Seven Lakes High School, Ninth Grade Center, 9251 S. Fry Road, Katy. adult and Children’s Sunday School, 9:30 am; Worship Service, 10:45 am.
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St. bartholomeW the apoStle catholic church bingo At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown Katy, “BINGo” is being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except Holidays. Doors open at 7:00 PM, games start at 7:15 PM with four Early Bird games. Regular games start at 7:30 PM. All profits will benefit community outreach and Religious Education programs. The Church is located in downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You can get to the church if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right at the light, go to the second stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left and the Church Hall will be on your right one block down. For more info., call 281-391-4758.
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SPORTS West Houston Girls softball association reGistration West Houston Girls Softball Association invites you to come join the fun! Registration is now OPEN for our Spring 2012 season. Make some new friends and enjoy the outdoors in a fun and exciting way. No experience necessary! Girls, ages 5-17, are eligible to play! Every girl makes a team and every girl plays. Registration can be completed online, in-person or by mail (visit our website for forms and dates): www.eteamz.com/whgsa. If you have questions, please feel free to email Monica Canady at westhoustongsa@yahoo.com.
KatY YMca ProGraMs Register now for YMCA Summer Programs. Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or ymcahouston.org. Low fees! Scholarships available. Summer Day Camp – ages 6-15 Summer Sports Leagues – Track & Field, Baseball or 7 on 7 Football Summer Sports and Specialty Camps – ages 6-14 Swim Lessons – 6 months thru adult; group & private lessons YMCA Healthy Kids Day - Saturday, April 28th, 10 AM-2 PM: This annual celebration is about FUN and FITNESS for today’s youth. Moonwalks, face painting, games, fitness demonstrations and MORE! Local vendors and YMCA staff will be on hand to tell you about programs and services that cater to today’s kids! Stop by to find out about summer sports and specialty camps, day camp and swim lessons. Held at the Katy Y. 22807 Westheimer Parkway, Katy 77494.
conGrats to neW blacK belts, tiGer cubs, instructors! Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Katy (formerly Katy TaeKwonDo Academy) is pleased to announce its newest class of Tiger Cub graduates, black belt students reaching new milestones and instructors who each passed testing requirements for their next rank level during the February rank exam. Congratulations to these students who have earned their First Degree Level 1 “Probationary” Black Belt: Anna Lewis, Joshua Cooley, Haydn DePriest, Chiraag Mittal, Alexys Morrison, Tanaya Pampattiwar, Henry Phillips, Jazzten Schnoor, Dylan Syahputra, Grady West, Lindsey West and Kayla Wylie. Congratulations to these students who have earned their First Degree Level 2 “Decided” Black Belt: Bryan Lightsey, Joseph Brinkley, Justen Dorrance, Noah Lightsey, Jimmy Lucia, Michael Nguyen, Tanmay Sharma, Bernardo Vilchis, Bruno Vilchis, Dien Chau and Annabelle Lerma. Congratulations to the following students for earning their Second Degree Black Belts: Jason English, Beth Robinson, Daniela Alzate, Brandon Baker, Sneha Chezhian, Kent Gonzales, Joshua Lopez, Sanjana Menon, Luke Schaefer, Michael Schaefer and Autumn Thompson. The following students earned their Third Degree Black Belts: Mira Bhat, Kavya Chandran, Diego Velaochaga and Christina Jones.
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The Katy Valkyries, a girls’ lacrosse league in the Katy area, is recruiting middle and high school girls to play in competition. Contact Liz Jones at 281 578-8439 or read more about the league on our website, www.katyvalkyries.com.
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Katy Family YMCA has open volleyball for Y members on Tuesday and Thursday nights for adults only, from 8:00-10:00 PM. If you know the rules and can enjoy volleyball, please join us.
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The Lady Sharks WGA are inviting new members to join our Thursday morning play day at Meadowbrook Farms Golf Club. Our purpose is to promote women’s golf and fellowship among our members while enhancing the understanding of The Rules of Golf and improving play. For more information, contact Susie Hatfield 832-437-3670, michaelhat2002@yahoo.com or Sue Crookson 281-392-4913, scrookson@entouch.net.
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Front Row: Jessica Duda and Katie Morris. 2nd Row: Kaitlin Cook, Emily Morris, Nikki Yost, Meagan Magaldi and Katherine Gesoff. 3rd Row: Caroline Richardson, Heather Morris, Allison Morris, Brooke Davis, Catherine Long, Lindsay Bartlett, Catherine Braaten, Abby Newton, Lauren Morris and Mary Newsom. 4th Row: Christina Sze, Drew Hartt, Kenzie Buchanan, Claire Bartlett, Leslie Patton and Victoria Adams. Picture by See What Develops.
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By Commissioner Andy meyers Reported crimes have decreased 7% in Fort Bend County and nearly 9% in the Katy/ Fulshear area from 2010 to 2011, despite an increase in population. The crime rate has decreased each year for the last ten years resulting in Fort Bend County having the lowest crime rate of the ten largest Texas counties. An article in the Katy Section of the Houston Chronicle reported that crime in Katy/Cinco Ranch area, which is in both Harris and Fort Bend Counties, had increased. The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office recently assigned 50 Deputies to the North County Annex located at the northeast corner of the Grand Parkway and the Westpark Toll Road. Building the Annex and locating the Sheriff’s Patrol Deputies in it will increase patrol time in the north part of the county by 10-15%, which helps decrease response times on complaints and reduce crime.
Parkway from US 90 on the north to connect to FM 1463 on the south. Cane Island will include an overpass over I 10 about a mile west of the I-10 / FM 1463 intersection. This Project has been stalled by the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) insistence that the state and local governments provide full funding for the ultimate I 10 overpass, which is estimated to cost $30 million. Another proposal has been made to FHWA for approval of a two-lane overpass over I 10. We currently await a response from FHWA. Fort Bend County’s North Annex at 22333 Grand Corner Drive Katy, Texas 77494, is open to serve
The two direct connectors at SH 99 and Interstate 10 are now open, significantly reducing traffic congestion at that intersection. TxDOT has begun construction of Segment “E” of the Grand Parkway from Interstate 10 to SH 290. Fort Bend County has begun construction of the first two of ten Grand Parkway overpasses in the portion of Segment “D” from FM 1093 to US 59. Construction of all ten overpasses and of Segment “E” should be completed by year end 2013. Fort Bend County has begun engineering design on the extension of the FM 1093/ Westpark Toll Road. The Project is in two Phases. Phase I consists of four lanes of FM 1093 frontage road from SH 99 to FM 1463, four lanes of main toll lanes from SH 99 to Spring Green Road, and a direct connector east FM 1093 to north SH 99. Construction of Phase I is slated to begin the fall of 2012 and will take 18-24 months. Phase II of the Project consists of four lanes of FM 1093 frontage road from FM 1463 to James Lane in Fulshear and will be about two months behind Phase I. The Project is funded mainly by TxDOT and the Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority. The county will construct and operate a “Park and Ride” facility on property it owns on the north side of FM 1093/Westpark Toll Road between Mason Road and Grand Mission Drive. The “Park and Ride” is funded by a federal grant. It is scheduled to be completed by late summer 2013. Destinations from the “Park and Ride” will be to the Galleria Area, Greenway Plaza and the Medical Center. A continuous right turn lane from north FM 1463 to east Interstate 10 was completed in 2011 to reduce traffic congestion at that intersection. Further improvements to FM 1463, a state road, requires the federal government to approve and fund additional feeder lanes from FM 1463 east along I 10 and an overpass at the FM 1463/I 10 intersection. Such approval and funding is not anticipated for several years. To provide additional access to I 10, the county has been working with TxDOT, Waller County, city of Katy, and various property owners and developers to build the Cane Island
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the community. Offices in the Annex include Commissioner Precinct 3 Andy Meyers, 281-238-1400; Tax office, 281-238-1490; County Clerk office, 281-341-8685; Justice of Peace Precinct 3 - Ken Cannata, 281238-1460, Constable Precinct 3 - Rob Cook, 281-238-1430; Sheriff Milton Wright office, 281-341-8745; Health & Human Services office, 281-238-3233; and Veterans’ office, 281-238-1480.
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For information on Ft. Bend Master Gardeners or lists of events, visit www.fbmg.com or call the Master’s Gardener’s Hotline at 281-3417068. Anyone with an interest in gardening is encouraged to attend our events.
suGar Land Garden CLuB
Sugar Land Garden Club meets at the Sugar Land Community Center, 226 Matlage Way, Sugar Land 77478. For more information visit www. sugarlandgardenclub.org or call 281-491-1621. Sugar Land Garden Club was established in 1932 and is one of the largest garden clubs in Texas. Membership is open to all.
Our volunteers have been screened with background checks and approved by the Fort Bend Juvenile Probation Department. For more information regarding our organization, check out our website at www.houseofhope-fortbend.org, or contact Janeen Smith at 832-764-1123, houseofhopefortbend@comcast.net.
Fort Bend County LiBraries (FBCL) puBLiC inForMation oFFiCe - 281-341-2677 FORT BEND COUNTY LIBRARIES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF EASTER HOLIDAY All branches of Fort Bend County Libraries will be closed on the weekend of April 6-8, 2012 in observance of the Easter holiday. Regular library hours will resume on Monday, April 9, 2012. Your online library is always open at www.fortbend.lib.tx.us for searching the catalog, renewing books or placing holds, downloading e-books or using the research databases. For additional information, contact the Public Information Office at 281-341-2677.
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.
Fort Bend House oF Hope - BrinGinG HeaLinG and restoration to HurtinG teens and tHeir FaMiLies House of Hope Fort Bend is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) charitable organization affiliated with National House of Hope. We are a Christ-centered non-residential program working with troubled teens and their parents. Our six month program is set up to provide weekly counseling for the teens and parents. Our goal is to be a catalyst in healing and restoration in broken families. We use a modest sliding scale and books are an additional fee. We also present F.A.M.I.L.Y. Rules Workshops for schools and other groups. This program is for any faith, culture and ethnicity in assisting parents to “parent with purpose.” If your family is in chaos, then this program is for you! This family system is designed to start with children at the age of 5 through 18 teaching authority, consequences, affirmation and being consistent and correct as parents. We have certified F.AM.I.L.Y. Rules Counselors available to assist you.
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Become a TuTor-undersTand our sTudenT’s LifeLines Become an essential part of a student’s life by signing up to be a tutor for the Literacy Council! The Literacy Council of Fort Bend County holds tutor training every other month. The next training will be in March. After 12 hours of training, outstanding volunteers are equipped to teach Basic Literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to adults. The trainings prepare tutors to organize and compile lesson plans, learn about various tutoring techniques, understand the purpose of the Literacy Council and much more. Tutors do not need knowledge of any foreign language, nor do they need 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.
forT Bend counTy “Leash Law” Animal control authorities are permitted to enter your Property to patrol and remove pets. Pets must be registered, licensed and inoculated as required by law. 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. LICENSING OF DOGS AND CATS The primary benefit of licensing animals is identification, should that animal become lost. Licensing also:
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KATY PARENT’S (MOM’S) & CHILDREN’S GROUPS, ORGANIZATIONS, CLUBS, ETC. LA LECHE LEAGUE OF KATY AND WEST HOUSTON
Announces its series of monthly meetings: Methodist West Houston Hospital, 18500 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77094 Daytime Meetings: 10:00 AM-11:30 PM 1st Wednesday of each month Evening Meetings: 7:00-8:30 PM 4th Monday of each month (except December)
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For further information about breastfeeding, please call: Susan 281-829-6833, Maria 832-606-9932 (Spanish), Michelle 281-5896766 or Christina 713-818-4488. For info. about other LLL mtgs. in Houston, call 713-383-2819, www.LLLHouston.org. La Leche League International’s website is: www.lalecheleague.org.
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Do you ever feel like you’re the only mom who stays home? While being an at-home mother is rewarding, it can also be lonely. The MOMS Club (Moms Offering Moms Support) is a support group specifically for mothers who have chosen to stay home to raise their children. Local chapters offer scheduled activities, most of which take place during the day when at-home moms most need support. Our calendar includes activities such as weekly (age-appropriate) playgroups, park days, group outings, book club, mom and tot lunch, family events, community service projects, mom’s night out and more! Of course, children are encouraged to come along and moms may attend as many or as few activities as are appropriate for their family. Contact Jamie Ensminger, Membership VP: 832-493-1507 or email momsclubkatyse@yahoo.com.
MOMS @ SECOND
Each month we will hear from gifted speakers and develop friendships with other moms as we explore the Fruit of the Spirit. We understand that being a mother is a difficult job and we pray that you will find wisdom, encouragement and strength at Moms@Second. We look forward to seeing YOU and learning all that God has to teach us this year! We welcome moms with kids of all ages! Doors open at 6:45 PM, meeting to start at 7:00 PM-9:00 PM, in the High School Area @ Second Baptist, Katy. Cost is $40 for entire year. Childcare provided for a minimal cost. Contact Kendra Krezanosky or Robin Gilliam at momsatsecond@gmail.com for more details and dates or Faye in nursery office at 713-465-3408 x 1007.
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MOTHERS’ SHARE GROUP
Mothers’ Share Group serves as a valuable outreach for stay-at home parents. We offer a supportive network of moms, interesting and informative speakers relevant to parenting and family life, creative crafts, service projects, and the opportunity to make wonderful friends with others in the Katy area. We meet Thursdays, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM following the KISD schedule, at St. Peter’s United
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Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd., Katy, TX 77450 in Room E221 (upstairs). Everyone in the community is welcome. Please join us for fun, food and friendship! For more information or to confirm childcare, please contact St. Peter’s UMC at 281-492-8031 or www.stpkaty.org.
Mocha MoMs, West houston chapter
Mocha Moms is a Stay-At-Home Support group for women of color. We offer monthly support group meetings, activities for moms and children. Come meet other Stay-At-Home moms as we embrace the job of motherhood with support of others. Contact Hesma at 281-762-0262 or www.mochamomswesthouston.org.
iBlooM
We provide an OASIS in the frenzied weeks of busy moms… A place to be: *EQUIPPED for parenting, marriage and spiritual growth. *ENCOURAGED by sharing with other moms within mentor led small groups. *ENERGIZED by loving support of other women. Our focus is Biblically based teaching on parenting, marriage and spiritual growth. iBloom includes interesting live speakers, relevant video curriculum with just the right mix of fun! We are a group of moms of children from birth to fifth grade. Join us Monday mornings, 9:30-11:30 AM Grace Fellowship UMC, 2655 S. Mason Rd., Katy, TX The cost is $20 for the year (includes study guide). Childcare is FREE! For more information and to register go to www.graceibloom.org. Questions: call Denise at 281-693-6907 or Sonja at 713-702-2153.
real MoMs of Katy playgroup
This group is down to earth and drama free. Our motto is to build lasting friendships for the mommies as well as the children. We value every member feedbacks and participation. We like for the members to take ownership of the group and feel a sense of belonging. This is primarily a preschool age group though we understand that you may have other small children so all are welcome. We are mostly stay at home moms but if you work from home or can get together in the day time than you’re welcome. We also have ladies night out! We embrace diversity and believe we all can learn from each other. Learn more at www.meetup.com/Real-Moms-of-Katy.
all MoMs of Katy
All Moms of Katy: come run AMOK with us! We are a fun group of moms who support each other through the joys and woes of parenting with playgroups, park days and the occasional moms night out. Contact membership at allmomsofkaty@gmail.com to get involved.
WorKing MoMs of Katy
This is a group to support working moms in the Katy area who would like to find support and camaraderie in other working moms and also a social network. Play dates will be held on Saturdays and an occasional mom’s night on a weeknight. I’m hoping that there are other moms out there just like myself who would like to have like-minded moms to hang out with on the weekend and fun things to plan with the kids during non-work hours. If you’re interested, please join my group and take a minute and tell me a little about yourself so we can get to know one another and start building a group together. Charlene Taylor: charleneetaylor@yahoo.com, 281235-3043 or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/workingmomsofkaty.
Katy MoMs in prayer international
Moms In Touch International has a new name: Moms in Prayer International! Our mission is to impact children and schools worldwide for Christ by gathering mothers to pray. Our vision is that every school in the world will be covered with prayer. If you would like more information about MIPI and the groups in Katy, please contact Leslie Power at 281-392-2357 or visit the Moms In Prayer website at www.MomsInPrayer.org.
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KATY AREA PARENTS OF MULTIPLES (KAPOM)
Parents of (or parents expecting) twins, triplets or more are invited to attend our monthly meeting. We meet the 2nd Monday of each month, at 7:00 Pm, at Crosspoint Community Church, located at the corner of Kingsland Blvd. and Westgreen Blvd. in Katy. KAPOm is a member of the Texas mothers of multiples and the National Organization of mothers of Twins Clubs, Inc. For more information, email membership@kapom.org or visit our website www.kapom.org.
KATY PARENTS OF GIFTEd ANd TALENTEd SUPPORT KPGT
Did you know there is a support group for the Gifted and Talented Program in KISD? The Katy Parents of Gifted and Talented is an advocacy organization dedicated to promoting quality educational services for the gifted students in the school district. The mission of the organization is to promote community awareness of the unique social, emotional and intellectual needs of gifted and talented students and to support the development of appropriate educational services to meet these needs. To function successfully as an advocacy organization, KPGT needs membership and volunteer support! Funded by membership dues, KPGT publishes a quarterly newsletter, “Connections” and is now on the web! KPGT advocates for the needs of our GT students by serving on district committees, panels at state GT conferences, the Parent Advisory Board and keeping abreast of legislative issues. KPGT works cooperatively with KISD to co-host events such as the very popular “Super Saturday” and the “Student Summer Scholarship Seminar.” Our non-profit organization offers summer scholarships and grants for innovative programs to the GT teachers in KISD. Won’t you show your support of our efforts and join KPGT today? Visit our website at www.kpgt.org for a printable membership form.
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KATY ASSOCIATION OF CHILd CARE PROFESSIONALS
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Katy Association of Child Care Professionals is a group of registered, licensed and listed child care providers located on the north and south sides of Interstate 10 in the Katy area. Our members are qualified and experienced, as well as CPR and First Aid certified. We meet the third Wednesday of each month, at the mUD #81 building, located at Cimarron Parkway and Hidden Canyon for an evening of professional training and networking. Refreshments are served. Parents and child care providers requiring more information may call 281-578-6376 or 281-392-0989.
PARENTS WITHOUT PARTNERS
Are You a Single Parent? Need an activity to share with the kids? Do you need a new group of single friends? Do you need support of friends that are in the same boat as you? members and their children frequently enjoy camping, picnics, the Zoo, theater, dances, swimming, museums, house parties, movies and many other activities together. For more information about Parents Without Partners International, check out our website at www.parentswithoutpartners. org or Parent with Partners Greater Houston Chapter #63 at www. pwphouston.org. Contact Barbara 281-469-5646.
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The Breath Of Life Children’s Center Clinic provides healthcare for uninsured and/or underinsured children. We provide immunizations, acute sick care, school physicals and well-child checkups to area children. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. For questions or appointments, please call 281-398-7353. N
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Memorial Herman Katy Hospital offers parenting classes in the following areas: Preparation for Childbirth Sibling class Breast Feeding Preparation Call 713-222-CARE
PARENTING CLASSES AT WEST HOuSTON MEdICAL CENTER
West Houston Medical Center offers prenatal classes on an ongoing basis throughout the year. The following is a list of classes that are presently offered. To inquire or register, please call 281-588-8065. (Weeknight and Weekend classes available)
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Please check our Facebook page or our website www.katyrepublicans. com for information on meeting times and places. For further information, contact Kate Diehl at 832-643-0378 or ktuqt@consolidated.net. West Houston Medical Center also offers a FREE Mother and
KATY AREA dEMOCRATS
Katy Area Democrats meets 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Brifrom 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM in suite 201 of the Doctor’s Center. Wednesday from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM in suite 201 of the Doctor’s Center. The program features a weekly topic that mothers with babies is a time to get to know other new mothers and for your babies to have interaction with other babies. The group is moderated by in the field. Should you have additional questions you may call 281-588-8065. The Doctor’s Center is located at 12121 Richmond Ave. Houston, TX 77082.
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opportunities for community involvement. For information, contact Pat Darwish 281-647-0986 or pdarwish@comcast.net or visit our website www.katydemocrats.net.
KATY MOMMY PATRIOTS fight to protect our children’s future by getting involved in community across America to ensure that our voices are heard. We meet twice a month. For more information, call Kelly Horsley 281-858-8830 or Martha Mathis 832-321-4854.
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Things are busier than ever at the Harris County Democratic Party and the Coordinated Campaign is looking for volunteers and interns here in Katy! Contact peter@hcdp.org or 281-578-2435 for more information!
KaTy suNrIse roTary
Katy Sunrise Rotary Club is a member club of Rotary International, a 100-year-old worldwide service organization. Katy Sunrise Rotary meets every Tuesday morning, at 7:00 AM, for breakfast at The Club at Falcon Point, guests and visitors are welcomed. For more information please visit www.katysunriserotary.com.
roTary CLub of KaTy
Formed in 1946, the Rotary Club of Katy has a diverse membership of 30 business and professional men and women. The club meets each Thursday, from noon to 1:00 PM, at Hasta La Pasta, 1450 Grand Parkway, Suite E, Katy, TX 77494. For more information, call 281-392-0045 or visit www.katyrotary.com.
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West Houston Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at 12:15 PM for Lunch and Fellowship at the Omni Hotel West Houston, Katy Freeway at Eldridge. Guests and visitors are welcome. Rotary clubs provides many opportunities for giving back to our community (local and global); come join us for fun, friendships and community service. Contact 281-627-0662 for more info.
KaTy ToasTmasTers hoLDs sprING CLub CoNTesT
Twice a year Toastmasters clubs all over the world hold contests twice a year in the spring and fall. We held our spring contest, which included the International Speech contest and the Tall Tales contest on February 16, 2012 and were pleased with the turnout of members participating in the contests. We were honored to have several guests and members in the audience to support our members! The first place winners, Deborah and Xiuli, will advance to the Area Contest to be held in April. Congratulations to all the winners!
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Do you need to improve your communication skills for presentations, interviews, networking or everyday conversations with co-workers, customers or volunteers? We are a supportive group of members who help each other become better speakers and leaders. We meet the first three Thursdays at The Carriage Inn, 1400 Katy Flewellen, Katy Texas from 7:30 PM-9:00 PM. For more information, contact Jody White, DTM at 713-320-8396 or visit our website at http://katy.toastmastersclubs.org.
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Need speaking skills? Improve your communication skills; lose your fears of public speaking; and learn skills that will help you be more successful in whatever path you’ve chosen in life. You are invited to visit the Park 10 Talkers Toastmasters Club every Thursday each month, at 11:45 AM, at NACE, 1440 South Creek Dr, Houston, 77084; telephone 281-228-6287. For more information on Toastmasters, go to www.toastmasters.org.
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Phoenix RiseRs ToasTmasTeRs
The Phoenix Risers Toastmasters meet on the 2nd and 4th Saturday each month at the University of Phoenix building between Kirkwood and Wilcrest on Katy Freeway. Please contact us for further info at Phoenix Risers@Phoenix.edu.
CBmC (ChRisTian BUsinessmen CommiTTee)
West Houston’s (CBMC) Christian Businessmen Committee small group ministry teams meet at the following days and times each week. Houston Metro Office 713-688-4343 www.houston.cbmc.com or www.cbmc.com/index.htm. 7:00 - 8:00 AM 8556 Katy Freeway #128, I-10 at Bingle. Leader: Joe Calvert, 713-461-5960. 7:00 - 8:00 AM 10810 Old Katy Road, Suite 100, U Tex Bldg., call 713-827-0777 for more info. , 7:00 - 8:15 AM, 4543 Post Oak Place, Suite 231. Leaders: John Montgomery, 281-477-4367; Paul McDonald, 713-871-8766.
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ameRiCan BUsiness Women assoCiaTion’s KaTy ChaRTeR ChaPTeR American Business Women Association’s Katy Charter Chapter meets the second Tuesday of each month, at Hasta la Pasta, located on the Grand Parkway. Networking begins at 6:00 PM, followed by dinner and meeting at 6:30. Please email RSVPs and inquiries to abwa.katy@gmail.com.
WesT hoUsTon aDminisTRaTiVe PRoFessionaLs
West Houston Chapter, International Association of Administrative Professionals meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Hilton Garden Inn (south side of I-10 at Dairy Ashford), 12245 Katy Freeway, Houston 77079. Networking begins at 5:30 PM. Dinner is served at 6:00 PM followed by a speaker and business meeting. Reservations are required for dinner by emailing the Hospitality Committee at whc_iaap@yahoo.com. Check our website at www. iaap-westhouston.org for more information. Office professionals employed or residing in West Houston, Katy and surrounding areas are invited to attend. For more information about West Houston Chapter IAAP, please contact Caroline Champness CPS/CAP at caroline.champness@bp.com.
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The ABWA West Houston Express Network (WHEN) meets the second Thursday of each month, at The Cellar Door, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Meetings focus on professional development and feature speakers from various business entities. For more information or to RSVP, visit our website at www.whenabwa.org.
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Business Network International - BNI is the largest networking organiztion of its kind. Business Network International, (BNI)/Katy Group meets every Thursday, at 7:00 AM, at The Club @ Falcon Point, 24503 Falcon Point Drive, Katy, Texas 77494. Come visit us and introduce your business to our group. Chapter contacts: President, Gary Nething, 832-247-2421 or Vice President, Angelo Molinas, 832-289-8488. For more information on Katy BNI, go to www.katybni.com.
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Business Network International, (BNI)/Cinco Ranch Group meets every Tuesday from 7:00-8:30 AM, for breakfast and business networking, at Willowfork Country Club at 21055 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, TX 77450. Please RSVP to Len Tierney at 713-8246960 or go to www.bnihouston.com and search for Cinco Ranch Chapter in Katy, Texas.
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Business-To-Business Networking And Breakfast $5: Meets 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:30-9:00 AM at Carriage Inn 1400 Katy-Flewellen Road, Katy, 77494. For info., call Jane Moughon at 832-455-4579 or email janemoughon@gmail.com. Website: www. meetup.com/BizPackNetworksHouston/events/30096641.
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Fitness Journey Network is a NEW group of Katy health and wellness professionals meeting the first Thursday of each month, at various locations in the Katy area. Membership is free. If you would like more information or would like to be a part of our group, please contact Karen Narum at 281-871-8920 or at fitnessjourney@live.com.
Katy neIgHBors’ Coffees
Katy Neighbor’s Coffees are open to all women who live in the Katy Area. It is to promote friendship in the neighborhood among old and new residents. Coffees are held once a month on the last Tuesday, at 10 AM, at members’ homes. There are no officers of this club and membership is free to all. For more information please contact 281-578-2078 or 281-395-1730.
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The Welcome Wagon Club Katy has a Monthly Coffee. The gathering will be on Tuesday, April 3, 2012. Women from the Katy area, whether new or established, are invited. It is an informal gathering held in a member’s home from 10:00 AM to noon. For location of the coffee, please call Margaret at 281-342-4935 or Jan at 281398-4777 or email welcomewagonclubkaty@yahoo.com.
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The Pregnancy Help Center West. Cindy Fagnant will speak regarding the role The Pregnancy Help Center plays in the life of their clients. Arrival time is 11:30. The luncheon cost is an unwrapped baby gift and a dish to pass. Contact Sharon at 281-392-1658, wsharrel@ consolidated.net or email welcomewagonclubkaty@yahoo.com for location of the luncheon and any questions. The Welcome Wagon Club of Katy is a community minded, social organization, with membership open to all woman in the Katy area. Monthly activities include: Decorating, Mahjongg, Bunco, Local Trips, Dinning Out, as well as Lunch and a Movie.
Newcomers aNd Neighbors of greater houstoN Looking to make new friends? Want to participate in fun activities? You are cordially invited to join one of Houston’s friendliest women’s clubs! We have monthly luncheons and numerous monthly activities for all ages and abilities. Meetings are held at Lakeside Country Club, 100 Wilcrest Drive, Houston, TX 77042. Cost is $25 per person. For more info contact: Chris Duncan, Membership VP, P. O. Box 19882, Houston, TX 77224-9882, email: NNGHMembership@yahoo.com. Newcomers and Neighbors of Greater Houston (NNGH.org) was established in 1957 to provide friendly fellowship and fun activities for Houston women. From September through May, there are monthly luncheons (normally third Wed of each month, except November) and numerous monthly activities for all ages and abilities (e,g., bridge, mah jong, bunco, bowling, beading, book club, play reading, sewing and crafts, movie and lunch bunch, creative cooking, wine tastings - just to name a few). NNGH is truly one of Houston’s friendliest women’s clubs and certainly the most active. In addition, we have events and activities throughout the year to benefit selected non-profit organizations. This year we are working with Boys and Girls Country and Houston SPCA.
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greater KatY eXchaNge cLub Greater Katy Exchange Club meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM, at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. $15 includes dinner and speaker (advance registration day before meeting). You can call or pay and RSVP at www.KatyExchangeClub.com. The Greater Katy Exchange Club is non-profit service organization of a group of men and women working together to make our community better place to live through programs of service in Americanism, Community Service, Youth Activities and the Prevention of Child Abuse. Give back to your community by joining the Katy Exchange Club. Guest’s welcome. Advance reservations required by 12:00 PM day of meeting to Shivani Shah-Palaniappan 281-827-5795 or Newell Cheatheam 713-385-3622 or pay and reserve online at www. KatyExchangeClub.com.
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The Katy Singles (over 35+) Meetup Group is a social club with free membership. Events are held in the Katy area. To learn more visit http://singles.meetup.com/1676.
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Texas Coastal Cattlewomen (TCCW), a chapter of Texas CattleWomen, meets on the third Wednesday of each month, at various locations throughout the Houston area. TCCW is a 501 (c) 3 charitable organization whose purpose it is to promote beef by educating the public to its nutritional value and to the use of its many by-products in our daily lives. You do not need to be in the cattle business, but only need to want to promote beef. In addition, we award scholarships to applicants in the following counties: Harris, Fort Bend, Austin, Brazoria, Montgomery, Liberty, Waller and Wharton. If you are interested in becoming a member or desire more information, you may contact Sue Dinges at 281-238-8382 or cell 281-381-1987.
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Home entertainment center in hardwood and rich cherry finish. Abundant media storage, like new. Holds most 34” television sets, $445. Also, new, assembled The Rack for $45. Stationary bicycle for $45. 281-492-6670. Marcy Home Gym complete with self spotting bench, curling bar, lat-pull pully system & over 200 lbs. of weights. Also a chest-explosion machine & accessories for the pully system. Excellent condition. $325 or $350 delivered assembled. 281-881-6405. Sofa good to very good condition, $250 OBO. jordon98@hotmail.com. 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 # 900-745-72, picture available, asking $205. Contact School8007@aol.com.
AUTOMOTIVE 2010 Ford F150 XLT with Extended Cab, 4.6L V8. Exterior color silver, with tan cloth interior, upgraded chrome wheels, 6 foot long bed with liner, power windows and doors, tinted windows, Sirius XM capable, less than 20k miles on it. Direct inquiries to, wj_wilbanks@hotmail.com. 2004 GMC Sierra Extended cab truck, leather interior, Boise radio system, XM radio & On Star ready, 20-inch chrome wheels, chrome tool box. Well maintained, one owner, all maintenance records available, excellent condition, 127,000 miles. Sell for $8,500 OBO. 832-654-5339 or 281-855-9030.
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Swimming Pool Cleaner â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Hiring experienced pool cleaner to service the Cypress and Northwest Houston area. Qualified person must have a minimum one year experience in pool cleaning and water chemistry, have a clean driving record and cell phone. We provide company vehicle, cleaning equipment and chemicals. Only experienced pool cleaner need apply. If you meet the following requirements please send resume, work history and contact information to: majesticbluepoolscapes@comcast.net. Help wanted: answer phone, fill out service call sheets, call it into Tech. English, well spoken, work from your home, get paid by the calls you take. 281-686-0275 or gateguy@texassecuritygates.com. Pickett Plumbing is now hiring plumbing installation crews. Must pass background check, drug screen and have clean driving record. Call 713-896-9700.
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Need apprentice plumber for service calls. Contact, 281-256.2239. Now hiring Security Officers. Part time/full time on the job training. No experience necessary. Professional & reliable retired welcome. Must provide TDL, Soc. Sec. card, (clear criminal history). Excellent benefits, all shift available. Call today & set up interview. 281-759-1010. 950 Threadneedle, Ste. 285, Houston, TX. Looking for a highly motivated and outgoing person to be the front desk for a new dental office in Katy area. Candidate should be knowledgeable about dental insurance and have great communication skills. It is a paperless office so computer skills is a must. Experience is necessary, minimum 2 years. Need to know how to schedule, run daily/monthly/ yearly reports, submit insurance claims electronically and manually, work on accounts receivable, manage patient charts, discuss and present treatment plans, verify insurance, pretreatment estimates and so on, handle patient upsets, deal with software support, etc. Please forward resume to assistdds@hotmail.com.
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Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff. Must have experience working in a licensed child care facility, be flexible and dependable and have a passion for early childhood education. Call 281-401-9828 or send resume to info@discovery-schoolhouse.com. Now Hiring! Do you love children? Small private preschool is now accepting applications. Must be dependable and energetic. Will train. Must have copy of High School Diploma or GED and copy of Social Security Card. Apply in person to 16618 Clay Road, Suite 400. 281-656-2273. Michelle’s Salon is looking for good experience hairstylist, massage therapist, nail tech and esthetician, lease or commission. 832-878-1052. The Pediatric Dentist of Katy is looking for a highly motivated Registered Dental Assistant. Our Pediatric Dental practice is located at 24022 Cinco Village Center Blvd., Suite 210 in Katy. Our office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM, with lunch from 12-1 PM. On Fridays we are open from 7:30 AM to 3 PM. Please bring by your resume in person. Housekeepers needed. Great hours for mom’s with school age children. 281-861-0394. Position available for an experienced hair stylist with a great attitude and good clientele. Benefits available. Call Images Hair Studio at 281-256-2286. Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900. Paralegal - Katy area law firm looking for candidate with 5+ years experience. Ideal candidate should be proficient in Word and WordPerfect, be a self-starter, possess excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Send resume & salary requirements to 281-398-1380. Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment info. 281-646-9928.
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PETS Looking to re-home our 3 mini Dachshunds. We are a military family about to PCS out of state and we aren’t able to take them with us. 2 females, 1 male: female - black and tan, 2 years; female - red/ cream, 3 years and male - red cream, 2 years, all long hair. Would prefer to home them all together. Would be perfect for Grandma and Grandpa or older kids. All are very sweet. Leanne, 281-347-7100, cell 619-647-5083.
PETS FOR SALE Cavalier King Charles puppies for sale. Registered, playful and happy. Ready for a new home. 281-492-6763. AKC Yorkie, Female, $600. Parents on site, estimated adult weight 3-5 lbs. 979-220-3945.
LOST & FOUND Found: Boys 20 inch bike found on front yard. Please call 281-829-1222 to claim it. Lost Cat: $$ REWARD$$ Named “Tube” blue gray silky fur, one missing front tooth, one chipped front tooth, current immunizations, microchipped. ‘TUBE’ has been a member of our family for 10 years and we miss him. If you see our precious cat ‘Tube,’ please call us right away and we will come pick him up. He’s shy around strangers and will probably run from you if you approach him. However, if you have a way with animals, you may be able to sweet talk him into your home. Thank you for your help. Call anytime, 713-306-0805 (Carole) or 417-773-3795 (Bob).
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TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES Luxury Royal Sands Resort, Cancun, Mexico. 2 bed / 2 bath, oceanview timeshare, available one week only: November 10-17, 2012. Reduced to $1000. Incredible pools, spa, fitness center. Email for info and pictures of resort: Luxurycondo@mac.com. Playa del Carmen private condo, 2 bed / 2 bath. 1600 square feet, beautifully furnished. 2 blocks from beach, 3 blocks from famous Fifth Avenue. Photos, rates, guest reviews at: www.VRBO.com/235451. Call Jeff, 713-856-7774. Las Vegas Timeshare - On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen, dining & living; jacuzzi in room, 2 TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/2 Phones, 2 pools outside building, fitness room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days $355 7 days $500. No added fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409. Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar Creek Cabin, new 2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front porch, satellite TV, beautiful views, abundant wildlife, Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park, sleeps 8. Call 866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more information.
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