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February 2016 What is the Board member’s job like? Simply stated, the Sydney Harbour Homeowners Association is a $600,000 non-profit corporation, so the Board members’ job includes all the usual tasks of running a company. The Board is responsible for maintaining the common areas (pool, landscaping, lakes), for communicating with the residents, for collecting dues and for enforcing its rules. The Board is helped by its management contractor, PMG and by multiple volunteer committees.

JANUARY YARD OF THE MONTH

The Sydney Harbour Yard of the Month for January 2016 is 17855 Camp Cove Dr. owned by Ms. Maura McCartney. Thank you Maura for making Sydney Harbour a beautiful neighborhood for all of us to enjoy.

Should I Be a HOA Board Member? Two HOA Board members’ terms expire in March 2016. Neither Board member seeks reelection. Two residents need to accept the challenge to run the neighborhood as a Board member.

I’m already busy; I don’t have time. We’re all busy. It would be nice if there was a long list of qualified volunteers waiting to step into the Board position. Unfortunately, the Nominating Committee has looked since 2014 and not found anyone. The Board job is for 2 years. Are you that busy that you cannot dedicate some time to maintain your neighborhood? What could happen if I don’t step up to be a Board member? 1. Neighborhood quality could decline. When the Board does not take care of its business, Sydney Harbour deteriorates in a few months. Grass is not cut, pool does not open, fountains stop. For each of us, our homes are our biggest investments. If the neighborhood loses appeal, then we all lose. 2. HOA dues will increase. With diligence, costs can be managed. There is no reason that dues should rise. But, it’s easy to spend someone else’s money. Without good Board members, you will pay more. 3. HOA could interfere more in your life. The Board could harshly enforce the deed restriction covenants. No one likes violation letters in their mail. What grounds do you have to complain, if you won’t be a Board member? If the duty is shared, then everybody wins. Each of us brings unique skills and experience that can contribute to an effective Board. So if we start a tradition of rotating the Board member duty throughout the neighborhood, the benefits are realized by all and the burden is spread among us equitably.

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This is a correction from our January newsletter. Under “TRASH COLLECTION” it is stated that “trash receptacles and recycling bins may be placed curbside no sooner than 8 PM.” The correct time is 6 PM.

SYDNEY HARBOUR 2016 COMMUNITY EVENTS

Mark your calendars for the following events to be held for Sydney Harbour residents in 2016!! Watch your emails and our Facebook page for more details. Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Saturday, March 19th, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM Spring Garage Sale Saturday, April 2nd 8 AM-12 Noon 1950’s Sock Hop (Adults Only) Saturday, April 16th (Details to be announced) Pool Opening/Ice Cream Social Saturday, May 21st 1 PM-3 PM Western Night (Adults Only) Saturday, September 24th (Details to be announced) National Night Out Tuesday, October 4th 7 PM-9 PM Fall Garage Sale Saturday, October 22nd 8 AM-12 Noon Cookies with Santa Sunday, December 4th 2 PM- 4 PM

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SYDNEY HARBOUR HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION 2016 Budget INCOME: EXPENSES:

Utilities Landscape Lakes Pool & Clubhouse Legal Expense General & Administrative Constable Contract Insurance Social Events Committee

$ 645,480

Total Operating Expenses

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To Reserve Fund

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Reserve Fund Balance 12/31/2014

Estimated 2015 Addition

Estimated Reserve Fund Balance 12/31/2015

$ 146,954 $ 70,000 $ 216,954

Estimated 2016 Addition

$ 95,860

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The article below is a re-publish from our September 2015 newsletter for the benefit of new residents and for those of us who may have misplaced the information. As most of you remember, we employed a new management company, Principal Management Group (PMG). This article will help all residents to understand who they are and what they do for us. Sydney Harbour’s contact within PMG is Shannon Abernathy, s.abernathy@ pmghouston.com or 713-329-7108. LET US INTRODUCE OURSELVES! As the industry leader in community management, we proudly serve nearly 4 million homeowners every day. With a wide array of programs and services ready to fit your specific needs, we help bring superior results to your community. We put people first-always-which is why when you choose Associa, you get a level of trust and security you won’t find anywhere else. As the global leader in association management, Associa brings over 30 years of experience and the highest levels of service to our clients’ communities. We understand and strive to meet the unique needs of each community, including exceptional expertise and resources for your association.

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Saturday, March 28th, 9 AM - 11 AM Community Clubhouse The Events Committee needs ﬁve (5) volunteers to help with this event. The duties of the volunteers will be to help with the refreshments & drinks and ensure every child gets a door prize ticket. We would like to include the entire neighborhood in these events and the one method of doing this is through volunteering. If you would like to help, please reply to sydneyharbour2009@ yahoo.com

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DEED RESTRICTION POLICY

Were you aware that in 2015 a Deed Restriction Policy was put in place for Sydney Harbour? It outlines the following: 1. Objective 2. Maintenance a. Inspections b. Standards 3. Enforcement a. Notice Procedures b. Violation Subject to Fine Letter c. Violation Subject to Corrective Action Letter d. Fines Policy e. Legal Process f. Appeal Process g. Deed Restriction Committee h. Waiver This document is located under Governing Documents on the website (sydneyharbourhoa.org) and can be used as a brief overview of the Declaration of Covenants which goes into more in-depth detail of each subject.

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Opera House Row Drive in the Sydney Harbour subdivision is named for the Sydney Opera House - Australia’s most recognizable building. It is a symbol of Australia’s creative and technical achievement. Since its completion in

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many nationally and internationally acclaimed performers. Since 1973 over 45 million people have attended over 100,000 performances.

The design of the building, with its soaring white roof shell shaped sails atop a massive red granite platform, has been internationally acclaimed as an architectural icon of the 20th century. As a dominant sculptural building that can be seen and experienced from all sides, it is the focal point of Sydney Harbour and a reﬂection of its character.

Today, the Sydney Opera House is one of the busiest performing arts centers in the world, each year staging up to 2500 performances and events, drawing around 1.5 million patrons and attracting an estimated four million visitors.

Prior to its opening in 1973, the renowned black American actor and singer Paul Robeson climbed onto the scaffolding of the Sydney Opera House during construction and sang to the workers. Since its opening, the Opera House has attracted great artists from across the world and hosted performances by

Opera House Row Drive is a major street in Sydney Harbour and is home to 55 residences. Source: www.australia.gov.au/about-australia/australian-story/sydneyopera-house

STREET LIGHT OUTAGE

Please report any street light outage to Centerpoint. Repairs can take up to 3 weeks to be repaired, but the most recent request we made took only 2 days! It is imperative that residents participate in reporting outages, as there is no formal nighttime inspection done by management or Centerpoint.

Sydney Harbour Real Estate Corner Activity October 1, 2015– December 31, 2015 Presented by Kathy Emery Executive Real Estate Services

Number of Homes

Price Ranges

1 Story

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2 Story

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1 Story

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2 Story

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1 Story

$207,550-$401,700

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FUN FAIR POSITIVE SOCCER

Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer (FFPS) early sign up for the Spring 2016 Season is underway. Sign up early to save up to $20. FFPS is for girls & boys, ages 4-18. All eight games are on Saturdays and begin April 9th. Teams practice once per week normally in the evening. FFPS provides a very nice full uniform (shirt, shorts, socks) and a very nice trophy to all players. FFPS features equal playing time and play every position each game, balanced teams, no tryouts and only positive coaching allowed. All games are played locally. No travel. FFPS has 22 convenient locations in the Houston area. To ﬁnd a location nearest you or to sign up or for questions go to www.FFPS.org or call 800-828-PLAY (7529).

NORTHWEST FLYERS YOUTH TRACK CLUB FREE REGISTRATION

The Northwest Flyers Track Club is a youth (ages 6 -18) track club, affiliated with USATF, that provides a full program of sanctioned “track” events such as sprints, hurdles, middle distance, distance and relays and “field” events such as long jump, triple jump, high jump, pole vault, shot put, discus and javelin. For additional information on the Northwest Flyers Track Club, please visit the team website at www.northwestflyers.org, contact Linette Roach at linette.roach@sbcglobal.net or “Like” the club on Facebook.

NETBALL CLUBS

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Free Basketball Clinics on Saturday, March 12, 2016, led by former Harlem Globetrotter and Houston Rockets player, Lorenzo Johnson and his staff. Three identical clinics are 8-10 AM, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM and 1:30-3:30 PM. First to register get to attend. Register at LWNaz.org. For more information, contact lojoselitebasketball@gmail.com or 832-931-8454.

Kids’ Track Team season starts February 15th. The Northwest Flyers Track Club is now registering new and returning athletes for the 2016 spring and summer track season. All athletes new to the sport who are not on school track teams must pass a ﬁtness test at their ﬁrst practice in order to join the team. Practices are held on Mondays and Thursdays at Cypress Creek High School track, 9815 Grant Rd., Houston.

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Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men and youth to join in, play and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British School of Houston. We are also looking for interested players, adults and youth to play in a new Katy Netball club. No experience necessary. For more information, go to our facebook page, Houston Shooting Stars Netball Club or www.netballamerica.com or contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for further information.

CY-FAIR SPORTS ASSOCIATION

Cy-Fair Sports Association is having registration for baseball, football, cheerleading and soccer. Please see our website for more information www. cy-fairsports.org.

WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE

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

CYPRESS RUNNING CLUB

Cypress Running Club is based in Coles Crossing, just north of 290 off of Barker Cypress. We welcome runners of all abilities. We offer a Couch-to-5k training plan for those new to running, as well as training plans for half and

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Why have your baby at Cy-Fair Hospital?

ypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital recently celebrated the delivery of our 50,000th baby.

We’ll give you 50,000 reasons why!

For more than 30 years, thousands of families have trusted Cy-Fair Hospital to care for their tiniest family members. Our experienced team of caring, dedicated medical professionals remain committed to standing by you during your entire journey to motherhood. Cy-Fair Hospital offers a full range of maternity services including: • OB physicians onsite 24/7 • Level III NICU to care for • Private labor and delivery the most critically ill babies suites with in-room • Neonatal specialists onsite sleeping accommodations 24/7 • Advanced ultrasound • Maternal Fetal Medicine Clinic imaging services for high-risk pregnancies

To learn more about our services, or to find a physician, visit cyfairhospital.com/maternity. full marathons. Come meet lots of other Cypress residents and ﬁnd some new running buddies. Distance runs are on Saturday mornings and start at Sampson Elementary, right off of Coles Crossing Dr. For more information and to sign up, please visit http://cypressrunningclub.com and ﬁnd us on Facebook.

Community Events Craft Shows QUILT SHOW

The Tri-County Quilt Guild will be hosting their Bi-Annual Judged Quilt Show, “If Quilts Could Talk” at The Berry Center on Friday, March 4th, 10 AM-5 PM and Saturday March 5th, 10 AM-4 PM. Come and view over 200 quilts from crafters in the area. The show will include vendors, “hands on” School House demos of quilting techniques, a Bed Turning presentation of two-color quilts, as well as rafﬂe opportunities including the 60x60 quilt named “Hot Hostas” designed by Judy Niemeyer, using Kaffe Fassett and batik fabrics! The TCQG is a 501c3 organization that supports numerous charities and community services in our area. The entrance fee of $10 (under 12 free) helps to support our charity partners. Visit www.tcqgtx.blogspot.com for more information.

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Festivals CFISD SUPERINTENDENT’S FUN RUN & FESTIVAL

Dr. Mark Henry and Cypress-Fairbanks ISD are excited to present the 3rd annual Superintendent’s Fun Run and Festival at Towne Lake, a Caldwell Community, Superheroes for Kids, on Saturday, February 27, 2016. The event is underwritten by Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital and beneﬁts the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation. Click www. thecfef.org for more details on how you can make a difference in the lives of CFISD students through CFEF! Register Now! The Fun Run & Festival has something for everyone including a live band - Sawdust Road, a variety of vendor booths, delicious food trucks, student performances, a children’s play zone, a 1 mile run, a family walking path and a certiﬁed 5k! Sign up a team and come join the fun! For sponsorship and vendor booth opportunities, please contact Leslie Francis at 281-894-3950.

Fundraisers 8TH ANNUAL SALUTE TO OUR HEROES GALA

On February 13, 2016, the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation (CFEF) will hold its 8th Annual Salute to Our Heroes Gala at the Omni Hotel. Joe Myers Ford Lincoln is generously underwriting this gala that honors the brave men and women who have served to protect our freedom and liberty. Salute to Our Heroes has raised more than half a million dollars over the past seven years. Proceeds from this event have funded three endowed scholarships. CFEF was established in 1970 as a non-proﬁt to raise money to fund a scholarship for high school graduates in the area. Over the past 45 years, the Foundation has grown tremendously through the efforts of the Board of Trustees and the generosity of the Cy-Fair Community. The Foundation has awarded more than $6 million in scholarships to 1300 graduating seniors. CFEF is a 501(c)3 non-proﬁt organization, all contributions are tax deductible, as allowed by the law.

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Theatre, Arts & Music CYPRESS CREEK FACE

Located at 6823 Cypresswood Drive, Spring, Texas 77379. For more info, phone 281-440-4850 or email info@cypresscreekface.org. The 2015-16 Star-Lit! Series: An Evening with Branford Marsalis: Saturday, February 6, 2016, 8 PM

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Presenting... “MAKING MAGIC in MANGO” on April 2, 2016 at 7 PM, located at Faith West Academy. Benefitting FOCA-Faces of Child Abuse. For more info, contact Angeline at 832-671-2411 or www.BayouBelles.org.

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HOUSTON FAMILY ARTS CENTER ASKS AUDIENCES,‘WHAT’S WRONG WITH THIS PICTURE?’ IN 2016

“What’s wrong with this picture?” is the playful theme and question attached to each show in Houston Family Arts Center’s (HFAC) 2016 season. Entering its 10th mainstage season, HFAC orchestrated a line-up of all-encompassing shows that highlight the theatre’s award-winning musical expertise, all while enveloping theatre experiences full of odd, zany, mystical and dramatic turmoil audiences love. The first half of the season as follows: • Forever Plaid runs January 29-February 21, 2016. • The Foreigner runs March 11-April 3, 2016. • Damn Yankees runs April 22-May 15, 2016. • Amadeus runs June 3-26, 2016.

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MAINSTAGE SEASON - 2016 All Shows at Studio 101, 1824 Spring Street #101, Houston TX 77007 BECKY’S NEW CAR, by Steven Dietz - January 21-February 6, 2016 February 4th-6th at 8 PM. Pay-What-You-Can night on February 1st at 8 PM. DOLLFACE, by Katharine Sherman - April 28-May 14, 2016 April 28th-30th, May 5th-7th and May 12th-14th at 8 PM. Special matinee on May 8th at 3 PM. Pay-What-You-Can night on May 9th at 8 PM. MORE INFO/RESERVATIONS: www.mildredsumbrella.com, mildredsumbrella.coM or 832-463-0409.

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Misc. Events SPRING BRANCH AFRICAN VIOLET CLUB 36TH ANNUAL SPRING SHOW AND SALE Judson Robinson Jr. Community Center 2020 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77004 Saturday, March 5, 2016: Show - 1 PM-5 PM, Sale - 9 AM-5 PM Sunday, March 6, 2016: Show & Sale: 10 AM-3 PM Free Admission

Violets of all types such as standards, miniatures, semi-miniatures and trailers will be available. Other Gesneriads such as Episcias and Streps and supplies such as potting soil, pots and fertilizers will also be featured. Club members will be available to answer general questions on growing African Violets. Workshop will be held at 1 PM Saturday and Sunday. Free parking available at Judson Robinson Jr. Community Center. For further information, contact Karla Ross, 281-748-8417, kjwross@yahoo.com.

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NATURE PROGRAMS FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN

The Titmouse Club is a nature program for children ages 2 ½ to 5 sponsored by the Houston Audubon Docent Guild. The program is offered every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10 to 11 AM, from mid-September until mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Boulevard. Each week features a different nature theme and may include nature talks, stories, hands-on activities and walks in the woods. For more information, go to www.houstonaudubon.org and look under Audubon Docents. The cost is $5 per child per session or a 5-session card can be purchased for $20. The child must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Upcoming programs include: Feb 2nd & 3rd: Mice and Squirrels Feb 9th & 10th: Talk to the Animals Feb 16th & 17th: Bird Valentines Feb 23rd & 24th: Backyard Wildlife Mar 1st & 2nd: Ladybugs Mar 8th & 9th: Dragonﬂies Mar 15th & 16th: Birdwatching Mar 22nd & 23rd: Animal Babies Mar 29th &30th: Migration SATURDAYS IN NATURE This program is held on the second Saturday of each month at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary. Arrive anytime between 9 and 11:30 AM. The program ends at 12 noon. A guided nature walk will begin at 10 AM. No reservations required. Donations are encouraged. This is a “whole family” program; parents or other adult guardians should participate with their children. Upcoming programs include February: Animal Valentines: Craft: Heart Bird Feeders March: Backyard Bugs: Craft: Clay Bugs. OWL PROWLS Houston Audubon Docent Guild sponsors 4 owl prowls for the 2015-16 season. Owl prowls begin with a lively program on owls including an opportunity to meet

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live, rehabilitated owls followed by a walk in the woods in search of wild owls. For more information, to reserve and pay online go to www.houstonaudubon. org. Owl Prowl date: February 12, 2016. Owl Prowls start at 7 PM, end at 9 PM and begin in the log cabin at the Edith L Moore Nature Sanctuary. The fee is $10 for adults and $6 for children (ages 6-17). All prowlers must be at least 6 years of age and there must be at least one adult present for each two children. Dress for walking in the woods and the weather. NATURE EXPLORERS CLUB Designed for school-age children (ages 6-10, K-5th) who are interested in investigating the natural world. Fee/reservations are required. Reserve at www.houstonaudubon.org. For more information contact Bethany Foshee, Docent Programs Coordinator, bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org or 713-4644900. Hope you can join us for the fun! Topics for the spring include: February 18th: Spiders March 17th: Birding 101 Please park in the Memorial Drive United Methodist Church west parking lot at 12955 Memorial Drive and enter the nature sanctuary through the marked gate. Proceed down the path to the log cabin.

WWII AIRCRAFT FLY-IN AND OPEN HOUSE

Saturday and Sunday, April 16th & 17th, 10 AM to 5 PM, those big, old airplanes with the mighty round engines will be ﬂying again as the Commemorative Air Force’s Houston Wing presents its 2016 Open House at Hangar B-5, West Houston Airport. Bring the family and get up close and feel the prop wash and hear the noise as radial engines power these WWII aircraft. See some of the old planes your father, grandfather or grandmother learned to ﬂy for World War II. We expect to have 15 - 20 historic aircraft on display along with several WWII military vehicles.

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Admission is $10 per car. The West Houston Airport is located at 18000 Groschke Rd., 2 miles north of 1-10 and between Hwy. 6 and Barker Cypress. Warbird rides may be available. Check our website www.houstonwing.org for ride prices. Food, drinks, gifts and souvenirs are available. Come on out and honor America. The Commemorative Air Force is a non-profit national patriotic organization whose membership includes people from all backgrounds sharing an interest in aviation and history.

YOGA FOR THE BIRDS

A 1-hour yoga class suitable for all levels of experience is being offered at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary. The class is taught by Shamron Johnson, a professional yoga instructor from Suntouch Yoga in Houston. The class will be held outdoors if the weather permits or if not, it will be inside the beautiful log cabin. Bring your own yoga mat, water and sunscreen if needed. Please donate $10 per class by cash or check to the nonprofit Houston Audubon Society to benefit bird conservation. Parking available at 440 Wilchester or in the Memorial Drive Methodist Church west parking lot at 12955 Memorial (enter the nature sanctuary through the marked gate and proceed down the path to the log cabin). For more information, go to www.houstonaudubon.org.

Volunteer Opportunities TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS

Start the new year off with a HEALTHY attitude by becoming a Master Wellness Volunteer. The Master Wellness Volunteer (MWV) program is an engaging 4-day series, designed to provide participants with 40 hours of research-based education, delivered through engaging, fun and interactive workshops. The training topics are: nutrition, dietary guidelines, food safety, heart disease, diabetes, healthy lifestyle choices, adult and child health and much more. After completing the 40 hours of training, individuals may volunteer in their community, worksite or school by conducting presentations, assisting with healthy cooking demonstrations, serving on Extension planning committees, distributing information at health fairs, working with schools, etc. Previous health or wellness training is not required but an interest in living healthier and helping others do the same is a must.

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If you are interested in enrolling in the Master Wellness Program, please contact Rebecca Scono at 281-855-5600 or email Rebecca.scono@ag.tamu. edu for an application. The program series will be offered on February 20th, 27th, March 5th and 19th at the Harris County Extension Office, located at 3033 Bear Creek Dr. Houston, TX 77084. Some classes may be conducted offsite. The last day to enroll in the program is February 5, 2016.

CYPRESS ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

When you volunteer you are giving to your community, but did you realize volunteering also benefits you as an individual? CAM volunteers often let us know the fun they are having, the friends they have made and the fulfillment they receive from helping others. The services provided at CAM, are made possible by many dedicated volunteers. If you enjoy working with the public, decorating or merchandising, then serving in CAM’s resale shop, Angels’ Attic, is the place for you. Our busy community donation area, the Cellar, is looking for people willing to serve by processing donations and restocking Angels’ Attic. Please plan to attend a volunteer tour and orientation by calling Tara Rauch 281-955-7683 or email at tarar@cypressassistance.org. For a description of the services provided at Cypress Assistance Ministries, Food Pantry requests and a detailed description of volunteer opportunities, please see our web site, www.cypressassistance.org.

CYPRESS FAIRBANKS MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL VOLUNTEER AUXILIARY

Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary, 10655 Steepletop Drive, is in need of additional volunteers. They have a great need for volunteers to work in the gift shop and information desk. If interested, please contact the hospital at 281-897-3186 and ask for the volunteer desk.

TEXAS WILDLIFE REHABILITATION COALITION, INC. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR WILDLIFE ADVOCATES

Enjoy a rewarding volunteer experience with wildlife. Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Coalition, Inc. is a non-profit organization, which serves as an emergency care and rehabilitation facility for orphaned, ill and injured native Texas wildlife. Volunteers are welcome in the areas of assisting in the daily functions of the center, assisting with public education programs and wildlife rehabilitation. Located at 10801 Hammerly, Suite 200, the facility is open seven days a week to help wildlife in need. TWRC has a mentor program in place to assist volunteers with “hands on” training for those interested in becoming permitted rehabilitators. We invite you to join our organization in saving Texas wildlife – one animal at a time. Call the center at 713-468-8972 x158 for more information or visit us at www.twrc-houston.org.

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HOUSTON AREA PROJECT LINUS

Houston Area Project Linus, a nonprofit organization that provides new, handmade blankets for children who are seriously ill or traumatized, can use the following items you might be discarding: • Fabric - cotton, cotton blends, flannel and fleece • Yarn • Crochet thread • Narrow ribbon

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If you have any of these items to donate or for information about Project Linus, please call Karen Hagin, Cinco Ranch resident and Project Linus blanketeer, at 281-693-7150 or Sally Burns, Houston Area Project Linus Coordinator, at 281-492-2679. More information about Project Linus can be found at www.projectlinus.org.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR HOSPICE CARE (CYPRESS AREA)

Volunteers are the Heart of Hospice, they are a vital part of the hospice team. What volunteers can do to show that they care is everything from providing caregiver relief, being the friendly visitor with the smile, holding someone’s hand, providing that extra loving care and being a good listener. Volunteering can include music or pet therapy and much much more. All those interested in volunteering, please contact Adrienne Harris at adharris@odyshealth.com or 281-463-3697 (VistaCare).

STANDUP FOR KIDS

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How would you feel if you saved a kid’s life? StandUp For Kids is an all volunteer organization dedicated to saving the lives of at-risk and homeless kids through volunteer outreach efforts. Our volunteers search the streets in order to ﬁnd, stabilize and otherwise help homeless and street kids improve their lives. Every day throughout the US thirteen kids die on the streets from abuse, disease and suicide. According to recent statistics Houston has up to 2,500 kids living on the streets at any given time. Texas has the highest rate of homeless youth in the U.S. StandUp For Kids needs supplies for our Houston program, which provides food, clothing, counseling and a safe environment for the homeless youth of Houston. If you or your organization would like to hold a food or clothing drive for StandUp For Kids please contact me at HeatherE@standupforkids.org to learn more about StandUp For Kids or how you can help visit our website at www.standupforkids.org. The single greatest need, for homeless and street kids is our continuous caring and real support. We must convince them that we care, we want them back and we want to help them get off the streets.

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The Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department provides fire, rescue and EMS services to 156 square miles of Northwest Harris County for the residents of Harris County Emergency Service District #9. By operating from 12 community based volunteer fire stations we are able to quickly and efficiently respond to help our neighbors in times of emergency.

For more information on the Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department or on how you can join the other 350 volunteers of our Department and be one of Cy-Fair’s bravest, call us at 281-656-3840 or visit us on the web at www. cyfairvfd.org.

ADOPT A US SOLDIER

Adopt A US Soldier is a non-profit organization that seeks volunteers and donors to help show the brave men and women fighting for our freedom that their sacrifices will not go unnoticed. It connects supportive civilians with deployed soldiers and offers a channel by which to communicate encouragement and express gratitude to those serving in the United States Armed Forces. Adopt A US Soldier is sustained by its volunteer workforce located across the United States.

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After a supporter asked a soldier what they needed, his response was as follows: “No requests, just don’t want to be forgotten.” -LCPL O.J.T. III When registering for Adopt A US Soldier your involvement can range from writing letters and sending postcards, to mailing care packages full of items a soldier may need or want. Handwritten letters are most important and meaningful to soldiers. Adopt A US Soldier encourages civilians to adopt a soldier to show your support for those that are making sacrifices for our country. If interested, please go to www.adoptaussoldier.org to register.

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF SOUTHEAST TEXAS

Junior Achievement is a non-profit organization devoted to inspiring and preparing young students to succeed in a global economy. In partnership with businesses and educators, Junior Achievement brings the real world to schools, opening student minds to their true potential. Junior Achievement programs, taught by local business professionals, community volunteers and parents, build a bridge between school learning and young people’s future success in their work world and real lives by offering hands-on activities that further explore the topics of free enterprise, financial literacy and entrepreneurship. Junior Achievement volunteers inspire young people to succeed and volunteers can see the difference they are making right away from the students excitement and understanding of the concepts. It is the only organization that makes it simple for volunteers to experience the immediate benefits of their involvement and the impact of success on the young people in the community. Junior Achievement is always recruiting new volunteers, for only with the support of schools, parents and community is it possible to bring these extraordinary programs to the students. Contact the Junior Achievement of Southeast Texas office today, 713-682-4500, to find out about opportunities near you. With trainings for the fall semester beginning as early as September, start making a difference today. Junior Achievement of Southeast Texas 2115 E Governors Circle, Houston TX 77092 713 682 4500 • www.jahouston.org

PEARL FINCHER MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS

Interested in volunteering your time, talents and energy to a most worthwhile local cause? Consider joining the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts Volunteer Guild! The mission of the Pearl’s Volunteer Guild is to: • Promote volunteerism in the Northwest Houston area by providing vital, on-going volunteer support for the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts educational programs. • Develop leadership potential and knowledge within its membership • Further perpetuate the appreciation of fine art and the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts in the community. Several important committees need volunteers: • Day Trips • Hospitality • Membership • Student Art Contest Information about the Volunteer Guild can also be found on the Pearl’s website at www.pearlmfa.org under the Guild page. Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts Where Art is Just the Start! 6815 Cypresswood, Spring, TX 77379 • 281-376-6322 The Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts is a 501(c)(3) Not for Profit organization that is solely supported through Grants and private donations from community residents, businesses and friends of the museum.

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR DREAM DACHSHUND RESCUE

DREAM Dachshund Rescue, Education & Adoption Mission is a Houstonbased 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing abandoned Dachshunds and finding new homes for Dachshunds whose owners can no longer care for them. Our committed volunteers, working closely with local veterinarians, provide our Dachshunds with quality medical care and loving foster homes until they are adopted into carefully screened, forever homes. DREAM is currently looking for caring volunteers to provide temporary foster care for our many rescued Dachshunds-in-need, currently awaiting adoption. Prior to their adoption, DREAM continues to pay for all medical care and monthly heart worm prevention. There is no long-term commitment required. Food, water, shelter and a soft place to rest is all you need to provide. The “love” just comes naturally. If you have a little room in your heart and in your home (and your family pets are up-to-date on their vaccines and monthly heart worm preventative), then you are who we are looking for! There is no feeling in the world like the unconditional love you’ll receive from a rescued Dachshund, plus the friendships you’ll make when you join the DREAM Team! The more foster homes we have, the more Dachshunds we can save. Please help save a life and consider fostering today! Questions? Please send us an email to: Contact-Us@DreamDachs.org and a volunteer will respond to you right away with all the information you need! Ready to Foster? Please visit our website at: www.dreamdachs.org and click on the FOSTER tab to fill out our online Foster Application.

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Literacy Advance is Houston’s largest and oldest 100% volunteer-supported literacy organization - and we need your help! We’re calling all passionate volunteers to help adults learn to read, write and speak English. All classes are free because they are taught by caring people just like you willing to volunteer a few hours a week. We’d love to match you with a person in need. Ola read her ﬁrst book at age 49, thanks to a tutor just like you. Prior teaching experience is welcome but not necessary. Training and ongoing support is provided and we have locations across the city. Other volunteer opportunities are available as well, to ﬁnd out more please contact Maxine Stefano, Volunteer Manager, at tutor@literacyadvance.org or at 713-2668777 ext.16.

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Loving Arms Pet Placement has an assortment of wonderful dogs and cats hoping for their forever homes. We have all different types of small to large dogs, mixed breeds and many wonderful cats to choose from. We are a foster-based rescue for dogs and cats. If you are not ready to commit to adopting a dog or cat permanently, the animals also need foster families. Besides providing food, water and a safe place to sleep, foster families socialize the animals so they are people friendly. Include the animal in your daily home life inside your home. Get to know them as individuals so you can share personality traits, likes/dislikes, anecdotes. Treat the animal like your own and train him/her, if possible. Although you may feel sadness when your foster animal is adopted, please know that your efforts helped to prepare the cat or dog for his/her forever home. Visit Loving Arms Pet Placement website at www.lovingarmspetplacement. com or visit us at Petsmart on Highway 6 and FM 529 each Saturday from 11 AM until 5 PM.

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Make a difference in your community! This web site is for volunteers looking for service projects at faith-based, non-profit, community, governmental organizations and for organizations seeking volunteers from churches, schools, sports, scouts and youth groups. Register to volunteer on www. justserve.org and use your zip code to locate or to post a service project. This is a free community outreach website for all faiths to work together to relieve suffering and enhance the quality of life. This will not include proselyting or political canvassing - it is to JUST SERVE! Contact Nancy Johnson clarkrj56@sbcglobal.net.

CY-HOPE - BRINGING HOPE TO OUR CY-FAIR YOUTH

Cy-Hope brings HOPE to all students so they will grow up to be well educated and productive citizens, making a lasting and positive impact on the community. Our vision at Cy-Hope is to rally our entire community: businesses, education, churches, civic organizations, hospitals and individual volunteers to advance the goal of making life better for kids in Cy-Fair. You can visit our website, www.cy-hope.org or call 713-466-HOPE to find out about our upcoming events, make a donation, become a partner or volunteer.

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Community Groups Heritage Groups

• WEST HOUSTON ITALIAN CLUB, meets 3rd Fridays, 7 PM, Cy-Fair VFD Admin building, 9630 Telge Road. Everyone invited whether Italian heritage or not. For more information, call Hank Berti, 281-858-1944. • BRITISH GROUP, a small group of Brits who meet in the Copperfield/Cypress/ Katy area. If you are interested in joining us for coffee/lunch etc., please phone Lezley Ewen at 281-861-9219 or email bearcreekbrits@gmail.com. • NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:30 PM. For info, call Leda 713-572-9924 or mkarchmer@ sbcglobal.net. • BEAR CREEK GENEALOGY SOCIETY - meets the 2nd Thursday of each month, September-May, from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, at the Bear Creek Park Community Center, 3055 Bear Creek Dr. Houston TX 77084. Contact: Gary at 832-408-5519, email getober@hotmail.com or Tom at 832-754-2875 or twoltz@comcast.net. • SAM HOUSTON CHAPTER - SONS OF THE REPUBLIC OF TEXAS, 3rd Saturdays except April, 12 Noon, The Briar Club, 2603 Timmons Lane, www.samhoustonchapter.tripod.com, 713-647-0570 or 713-352-0993. • SONS OF UNION VETERANS OF THE CIVIL WAR, 2nd Tuesdays, (except January & August), dinner at 7:00 PM, The Spaghetti Warehouse in Downtown Houston (901 Commerce at Travis, 281-859-7125, email dshuster@ix.netcom.com or www.txsuv.org/Lea/Index. • ROBERT RANKIN CHAPTER TEXAS SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION - Meets 2nd Wednesday of each month (except June & July), 6:30 PM at Spring Creek Barbecue on Hwy 6 close to West Little York. Visitors are always welcome!

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• COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE WEST HOUSTON SQUADRON - visit to see our WWII Aircraft and tour our WWII Museum on the ﬁrst and third Saturdays of each month from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, located at the West Houston Airport just east of Barker Cypress on Groschke Rd. (For detailed directions go to: www.westhoustonsqdn.org) • CIVIL WAR REENACTING, - Enlist with Company C, “The Palmer Guards,” of the First Texas - call 281-579-3417 or visit www.texas-brigade.org. Select 1st Texas and then Co C. • CIVIL WAR FIFE AND DRUM CORP, If interested, please contact Mus. C.C. Lyman at 281-797-1275. • TEJAS CHAPTER DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION - For more info., please contact Lori Walters at 281- 491-2673. • CYPRESS, TEXAS NSCAR SOCIETY - For info, visit www.nscar.org or contact Melinda Sims, Organizing Senior Society President, 281-856-2536 or email melinda@mazzaroth.net. • ELISHA ROBERTS CHAPTER, DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION - meets 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 PM at the Richard and Meg Weekley Community Center, 8440 Greenhouse Rd., Cypress, Tx 77433. For more info, email Melinda Sims at melinda@mazzaroth.net. • AMERICAN LEGION POST 324 - meets every second Sunday of the month. For more info., please contact Jimmy Baughman at 281-256-6824. • UNITED DAUGHTERS OF THE CONFEDERACY, Varina Howell Davis Chapter 2143- meets the 3rd Saturday, September thru May at St. Jerome’s Catholic Church (Hollister & Kempwood) at 2 PM. For more info, Cynthia Hardy 281-851-0525 or cintex08@hotmail.com. • NEW DAUGHTERS OF NORWAY LODGE - For more info. about future meetings, please email Christine Boyett Barr at: cboyettbarr@aol.com. Visit the Daughters of Norway website at www.daughtersofnorway.org.

Parenting Groups • LA LECHE LEAGUE breastfeeding support group - at St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Community, 6646 Addicks, the second Tuesday of the month, 10:00 AM. For further info., please call the Houston Area LLL Helpline at 713-383-2819 or visit www.LLLHouston.org. • GOOD SHEPHERD (MOPS) - meets at Good Shepherd on the 2nd and 4th Friday mornings of the month during the school year. Please contact Renate Wheeler now at 281-246-4396 or email: renateqw@entouch.net for info. • BEAR CREEK UMC MOPS - Meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, 9:30-11:30 AM. Located at 16000 Rippling Water Dr., Houston, TX 77084. For more information, cal 281-463-2330 or visit www.bearcreekumc.org. • SECOND BAPTIST MOPS- WEST CAMPUS - Free childcare. For more info, call Laurie at 713-465-3408 x 1105. • ST. CUTHBERT EPISCOPAL CHURCH MOTHERS OF YOUNG CHILDREN (MYC) - meeting on Mondays from 9:10-11:10 AM. For more info, contact myc@stcuthbert.org or visit our web site at www.stcuthbert.org. • METMOPS, MOTHER’S OF PRESCHOOLERS - meets either the 1st and 3rd Friday mornings or the 2nd and 4th Friday mornings, from 9:15 11:45 AM. Childcare is provided with registration. www.metmops.org. • COPPERFIELD MOPS (MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS)- Meets the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month, from 9:30 - 12 noon. Childcare is provided with registration. Contact Denise Menger at denisemenger@gmail.com or 713-385-8078 for more info. • MOMS IN TOUCH INTERNATIONAL Go to www.MomsInTouch.org or contact Dana Grindal at 281-374-0892; email corey_and_dana@sbcglobal.net. • MOMS IN PRAYER MEETINGS FOR WARNER ELEMENTARY & FUTURE ELEMENTARY #53 - will meet from 9:30-10:30 AM. At this time, there is no childcare available. Please contact, Christa Freyhof, at momsinprayer@att. net for location information and additional info. • MOMS IN MOTION - Heritage Presb. Church, 7934 N. Hwy. 6, 3rd Thurs. 7:30 pm, www.mimhouston.org. • TEXAS EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION 1-800-250-2246 or www. dars.state.tx.us/ecis/. • PARENTS WITHOUT PARTNERS, www.parentswithoutpartners.org or Parent with Partners Greater Houston Chapter #63 at www.pwphouston.org or Barbara 281-469-5646. • CHILDCARE PROFESSIONALS OF HOUSTON - meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month, at the Bear Creek Community Center. For info, please call 832-593-6656.

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Mink coat, ¾ length, dark mahogany brown, size medium, excellent condition, asking $450; TV stand, black with silver supports, two shelf areas, 31½” W x 21 ½” H x 18” D, $65; Pictures and more. Info at 832-353-9365 or J2Horse@yahoo.com. Many yards of fabric, zippers and Singer 4 thread server. Call Nancy at 281723-2972. VitaMaster 88C Dual Action stationary bike, perfect condition, rarely used except as a coat rack, pictures available, $100, cash only. 281-463-4603. Brand new all leather couch and love seat, papaya and taupe, 8 x 10 Persian rug and matching large picture, $1900 OBO. Call 281-392-0325. 2 burial plots, Memorial Oaks Cemetery, I-10 & Eldridge, $12,000 OBO. Value $17,000, will take PayPal. 281-550-2480. Black TV stand 60”, like new, $300. Call 832-277-7292 for more information. White Kenmore electric range, great condition, $150. Call 409-920-8942. Strasburg children’s ﬂower girl dresses, NWT, discontinued, in white (size 3) and ivory (size 3), new $109.99, selling for $50. They all have loops for a sash. Also have 2 with embellishments, ivory (sizes 4, 6), matching ivory sash included, new $136.99, selling for $75. 281-770-6928 or jaclynchale@ gmail.com. Brown leather couch, love-seat, ottoman, $1,900. Purchased June 2013, $4,100, Star Furniture. 713-851-5431 for pictures.

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Solid oak cart, 29” x 20”, medium stain, 3 shelves, excellent condition, $45; Plate glass mirrors, 30” x 36”, $25; 42”x 43”, $35; 42”x 54½”, $40; Computer desk chairs, $10 & $15, 281-463-8655. Inglis by Whirlpool washer & dryer, $300 for both. 586-604-4440. King-size waterbed with heater and semi-motionless mattress. Headboard contains shelves, drawers, mirrors and built in lighting. Base contains 6 storage drawers and 3 under bed storage doors. Beauty. $250 OBO, pictures available. 281-855-2093. Forest Park (Lawndale) Houston, TX - 4 Plots located in beautiful “Lakeview Gardens”, Section 27, Lot 549, spaces #6, 10, 11, 12, all curb appeal. 10 ft. from roadway, space #6 is single plot only for $2,500. Plots #10, 11, 12 are in a row with headstone monument in place for $3,500 each. All for $12,500. Contact Chuck at 281-755-6698, call or text. Antique solid wood armoire, $200; antique apartment baby grand piano, $1,000 (needs work); solid cherry armoire cabinet with storage, drawers and opening for TV, $150; metal/marble kitchen table with metal/leather chairs, $400; Lazy-Boy wing back recliner, $50. Feel free to call 832-713-1214 or email devin1125@hotmail.com for photos if interested. High end, beige sofa, love-seat and ottoman in good condition, $700. Call 713-589-9597. Portable electric scooter, breaks down in ﬁve pieces, each piece weighs less than 20 lbs., allows up to 250 lbs. in weight. Like new. Call 281-256-0619 and leave a message. White JennAir double oven for sale, $400 cash, excellent condition. Please call 281-574-6383.

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2002 Monte Carlo SS, 108,000 miles, sun roof, AM/FM-CD, silver/gray, $3,800. 832-998-1647.

2012 Ford F150, black, loaded, excellent condition, 45k miles, $29,500, 281463-8655. 2013 black Mercedes Benz E350 Sports Sedan, 4 doors, one owner, $42,000 OBO. Call 713-503-5011.

WARREN SLOAN 713-464-4442 1400 W. Sam Houston Pkwy N. #130 HOUSTON warrensloan@allstate.com Insurance and discounts subject to terms, conditions and availability. Allstate Vehicle and Property Insurance Co., Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Co.. Life insurance and annuities issued by Lincoln Benefit Life Company, Lincoln, NE, Allstate Life Insurance Company, Northbrook, IL, and American Heritage Life Insurance Company, Jacksonville, FL. In New York, Allstate Life Insurance Company of New York, Hauppauge, NY. Northbrook, IL. © 2010 Allstate Insurance Co.

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2005 Honda Accord asking $5,000. Call 346-333-9279 for more information. 2006 Honda Accord asking $7,200. Call 281-815-5335 for more information. 2003 Harley Electra Glide Classic, 26,150 miles, excellent condition, one owner, $9,195. 832-701-7012.

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Peter’s Plumbing is hiring a licensed plumber. Please email resume to peterplumbing67@yahoo.com. Brusters Real Ice Cream is opening up in Cypress in March 2016. We are looking for great employees to build a team. Go to www.Brusters.com to download an application. We will be accepting applications every Saturday in February between the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM. Do you like golf, the outdoors, meeting people and fun? We are hiring at the Bear Creek Golf Course, all positions, Greeters, food and beverage, ProShop and maintenance. Pick up applications at the Pro-Shop, 16001 Clay Road, Houston, TX 77084. Register Tapes Unlimited (A 25-year-old advertising firm) is looking for Inside Sales/Telemarketing reps to work in our corporate office call center in the Houston/Katy area. We have a contract with over 10,000 major grocery chains in 47 states and Western Canada. Heavy Cold Calling to Business Owners to set appointments for outside reps, $15/ Hour plus Commissions and Bonuses. Full Time M-F. No Late nights or weekends, great environment. You will be eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/401K & PTO day benefits after 60 days. No Experience needed: www.rtui.com. To apply, send resume to jamelyn.brown@rtui.com. If you are reliable, punctual and can provide your own transportation, our family owned cleaning business is looking for you! Office cleaning crew we especially need availability on Tuesday afternoons, Wednesday and Thursday evenings and some weekends. Construction cleaning crew - vigorous work with ability to climb a 2 story ladder, availability weekday mornings, occasional weekends. We offer competitive pay. Please email AandRcleaninginfo@yahoo.com.

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www.dependablecomfort.com Earn $30 to $50 dollars an hour promoting and selling women’s designer fashion jewelry. Work part-time and earn full-time pay with flexible hours. Earn trips, car allowance, free jewelry, plus money. Training provided, must have car and computer. Paid weekly, no experience is needed but previous direct sales are rewarded. Contact Amber, truetexas59@gmail.com, 713505-4250 or Judy, 979-450-0977. If no answer, please leave a voice mail message with reference to job and phone number. Accounting Assistant, part-time to full-time, Bear Creek Golf Course. Must come in for application to interview, 16001 Clay Road, Houston, Tx 77084. Dependable Comfort Air & Heat is now hiring licensed technicians, installers and helpers. Competitive pay and 100% health coverage paid. Training available. 281-578-7245. Pool Cleaner position available. Must have your own vehicle. Valid drivers license and insurance required. Background working with pools. Background check is required. Will train. Opportunity to move up into repair work. Make up to $600+ a week depends on experience and number of pools per week. We are a Leslie’s approved company. Constant referrals. Call 713-295-0797 or email resume to jpuctx@yahoo.com. Looking for people to work in the field services, crew workers and helpers to work on servicing irrigation systems for growing Irrigation Company, no experience needed, will train. Must have own transportation and clean driver’s license. Growth opportunity, Northwest Houston area. Email: sprinklerworkers@gmail.com. Plumbers or Apprentices for repair. Bilingual preferred. Please call 281-256-2239. Martial Arts USA is hiring qualified Tae Kwon Do Black Belts with WTF certification, over 18 years of age, background checks and interviews will be conducted. Contact Master Shin or Master An at 281-463-9333 or email YoungAn@cyfairtkd.com. Location, 8504 Highway 6 N., Houston, TX 77095.

February 2016

Now Hiring! Do you love children? Small private preschool is now accepting applications. Must be dependable and energetic. Will train. Must have copy of High School Diploma or GED and copy of Social Security Card. Apply in person to 16618 Clay Road, Suite 400. 281-656-2273. The Pediatric Dentist of Katy is looking for a highly motivated Registered Dental Assistant. Our Pediatric Dental practice is located at 24022 Cinco Village Center Blvd., Suite 210 in Katy. Our ofﬁce hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM, with lunch from 12-1 PM. On Fridays we are open from 7:30 AM to 3 PM. Please bring by your resume in person. Housekeepers needed. Great hours for moms with school age children. 281861-0394. Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900. 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. Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment info. Send resume to randy@westhoustonelectric.com.

HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE

3 bed/2 bath/1 car garage. Bradford Colony Subdivision (529/Huffmeister), $91,000. Serious inquiries only for showing by appointment or photos. 832713-1214, devin1125@hotmail.com.

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TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES

Beach house available for rent, www.VRBO.com/582883, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath. Contact 832-713-1214. Vacation home for rent in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath, beach, pool, tennis, golf, Mayan Ruins. For more info Google VRBO 136406 or call, 281-236-2107 or 713-896-1234.

Barker Cypress Road

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 helper 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 –HM, BRS, LQ, LQ, PN, HM

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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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Las Vegas Timeshare: On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen, dining & living. Jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s, 2 Phones, 2 pools outside building, ﬁtness room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days, $465 or 7 days, $595. No added fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409.

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Timeshare: rent a lovely condo for a full week in Hawaii. Sleeps 4, fully stocked kitchen. What else needs to be said... It’s Hawaii! $795. For information contact Cheryl at 281-855-7427.

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February 2016

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