WEDNESDAY VOLUME XXVI NUMBER 50 Section 1 8 pages
December 8, 2021 Home of the ‘Lone Star Flag’ and
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Houston Texas Montgomery County Texans Weekly Republican Women’s Coil to Gas Prices the Colts Club Install New Officers 31-0
(December 6, 2021) - Texas gas prices have fallen 1.8 cents per gallon in the past week, a v e r a g i n g $ 2 . 9 1 / g t o d a y, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Gas prices in Texas are 15.4 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand $1.07/g higher than a year ago. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Texas is priced at $2.43/g today while the most expensive is $3.69/g, a difference of $1.26/g. The lowest price in the state today is $2.43/g while the highest is $3.69/g, a difference of $1.26/g. The national average price of gasoline has fallen 5.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.34/g today. The national average is down 6.9 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands $1.19/g higher than a year ago. Neighboring areas and their current gas prices: Midland Odessa- $3.03/g, down 3.8 cents per gallon from last week's $3.07/g. San Antonio- $2.73/g, down 5.1 cents per gallon from last week's $2.79/g. Austin- $2.86/g, down 4.3 cents per gallon from last week's $2.90/g. “The downturn in average gas prices continued to gain momentum last week as oil prices remained at a hefty discount. This is largely due to continued anxiety over the omicron variant and because some countries have begun issuing lockdowns, keeping motorists in some countries from consuming as much fuel," said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy. "While the Great Lakes region, the fastest to see prices respond to market fluctuations, is seeing hefty monthly declines approaching 30 cents per gallon, much of the rest of the country is lagging behind. But, we will see precipitous declines in the next week or two as stations continue to sell through higher priced inventory before slowly lowering their prices. It's not impossible given the conditions that price wars, where stations lower their price significantly, could emerge as stations now have considerable room to lower prices." GasBuddy is the authoritative voice for gas prices and the only source for station-level data spanning nearly two decades. Unlike AAA's once daily survey covering credit card transactions at 100,000 stations and the Lundberg Survey, updated once every two weeks based on 7,000 gas stations, GasBuddy's survey updates 288 times every day from the most diverse list of sources covering nearly 150,000 stations nationwide, the most comprehensive and up-to-date in the country. GasBuddy data is a c c e s s i b l e a t http://prices.GasBuddy.com. SOURCE GasBuddy
Index Community............2, 3, 7, 8 Commentary.......................3, 4 Devotional..........................5 Legals.................................6 Business Directory.............8
By: James M. Rankin, Sportswriter Montgomery County News
PHOTO: L to R: Mary Lea Kirk (Treasurer); Bettie Moss (Recording Secretary); Lindsey Kasprzak (Corresponding Secretary); Brandon Creighton, Texas State Senate, District 4; Alice Melancon (President); Suzanne Adams (Vice President); and Cindy Miller (2nd Vice President) During the recent meeting and luncheon of the Montgomery County Republican Women’s Club held at the River Plantation Golf Club, Members and guest enjoyed a very festive and fun Christmas Meeting. Justice Leanne Johnson, Texas Ninth
District Court of Appeals, and her little buddy “Dodo Bird” added lots of laughs to the celebration. Special guest Senator Brandon C r e i g h t o n , Te x a s Senate, District 4 brought greetings from the Capitol and thanked the MCRW members for their
outstanding support of the Republican Party for many years. The new officers for the 2022 Term were installed by Justice Leanne Johnson. As they continue “Working to Keep Texas Red” the officers for the 2022 term are: Alice Melancon (President);
Suzanne Adams (Vice President); Cindy Miller (2nd Vice President); Bettie Moss (Recording Secretary); Lindsey Kasprzak (Corresponding Secretary); Mary Lea Kirk (Treasurer).
The Annual Christmas in Historical Montgomery Where the Holidays Begin! Holiday Marketplace Arts & Crafts Sale ~ 9am – 5pm in the Old Community Center on Liberty St ~ The best place to buy unique, oneof-a-kind gifts and home décor from the many vendors surrounding the Old Community Building on Liberty at College Streets. Christmas Parade THEME: “Let it Snow” ~ Begins at 10am this year! (The City of Montgomery is producing the parade.) The parade will begin on Liberty St. (FM149), south of Eva St. (SH105) and wind through the Downtown Historic District. The deadline for applying was November 25. No candy will be allowed to be thrown from the floats—walkers will hand out sweets to the crowd along the route. Only preregistered entrants are permitted to participate. (Note—Please do not block or park on any
private property downtown.) 31st Annual Cookie Walk Buy beautiful and delicious holiday cookies and candies by the pound! From 11am to 4pm… or, when the cookies and candies are all gone ~ in the Old Community
Center Building on Liberty at Caroline Streets. The Montgomery Monarchs Chapter of the National Charity League takes on the days-long difficult task of decorating, staging and serving the delicious convections throughout the afternoon. Visitors
will be given gloves and a box to use while making selections of sweets to purchase. (The Montgomery County Health Dept. will issue a permit for this event.) 4 4 t h A n n u a l
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Houston Texans Coil to the Colts 31-0 By: James M. Rankin, Sportswriter Montgomery County News Houston, Texas: The Texans have travel down a dark and dreary road this season. As bright rays of light are quickly draw into the black hole of defeat, depression, and p e s s i m i s m . Unfortunately, it has become painful to watch this team with such promise squander their opportunity to become a topflight NFL franchise. The Texans folded nicely in the loss column against their divisional rival, the Indianapolis Colts 31-0. Interesting note, it was the first road game shut out for the Colts since 1992. The Texans’ fans knew the train was off the tracks when within the first five (5) plays the Te x a n s h a d t w o ( 2 ) turnovers. The first was an ill-advised pass from Ty r o d Ta y l o r f o r a n interception within the first two minutes of the game. He was eventually pulled from the game with only five (5) completions on thirteen (13) attempts for forty-five (45) yards and replaced by the rookie back up Davis Mills who went for five (5) completions on fourteen (14) attempts for fortynine (49) yards. Neither of these players could put a spark into this lethargic, complacent and apathic offensive unit. It is hard to blame these quarterbacks and running backs who are protected by a B team group of offensive linemen who do not stick to their assignment through the entire play. The only offensive player who was attempting to be effective was Rex Burkhead who had eight (8) carries for thirty (30) yards. The defense was led by Line Backer Kamu Grugier-Hill who had a record ten (10) solo tackles and nine (9) a s s i s t s . T h e Te x a n s ’ defense spent over fortyone (41) minutes on the battlefield compared to the Texans’ offensive time of only eighteen minutes and twenty seconds (18:20) to produce nothing, but heart ache. In other AFC South Divisional action, the Jacksonville Jaguars added to their losing total against the LA Rams 37-7. The Tennessee Titans had a bye for the week. The Texans have one more home stand against the Seattle Seahawks (4-8), so read all about it in your hometown paper.
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Christmas Cookies Food for Thought Diana Anderson
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It’s the most delicious t i m e o f t h e y e a r. T h e holiday baking season has begun, and for extra inspiration, I’ve rounded up a collection of Christmas cookies from some famous international bakers. First, we stop in Germany, where the Advent season is marked by a steady parade of traditional treats. For Anja Dunk, the half-Welsh, halfGerman author of “Advent: Festive German Bakes to Celebrate the Coming of Christmas,” vanillekipferl, light and crumbly crescent cookies with a generous coating of powdered sugar, are one of the most defining sweets of the season. This recipe is for the classic Austrian version made with ground almonds, which are creamy and sweet, but ground hazelnuts are delicious, too, and in Hungary, walnut varieties are the most popular. Va n i l l e k i p f e r l a r e renowned for their light, crumbly texture and thick icing sugar coat, which clings to each biscuit, giving them their signature flavor. The icing sugar is sifted on in heavy drifts as soon as the biscuits are out of the oven, so the under layer almost melts into the biscuit, while the outer layer stays fluffy and light. These are one of those foods you cannot eat or even think about without licking your lips. Vanillekipferi or Vanilla Crescents Makes about 50 * 1 1/3 cups (180 grams) all-purpose flour * 2/3 cup (80 grams) almond flour * Pinch of fine sea salt * 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon (125 grams) unsalted butter, at room temperature * 1/2 cup (75 grams) icing (confectioners’) sugar, plus plenty of extra to dust * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract * 1 egg yolk C o m b i n e t h e f l o u r, a l m o n d f l o u r, a n d s a l t together in a mixing bowl.
Christmas from page 1 Candlelight Tour 4pm – 8pm ~ $15 for adults and $5 for students and children. A walking tour of more than a dozen historic buildings and private homes, beautifully decorated to reflect the historical charm of each building. Tickets can be bought on December 11th after 2pm at the Nat Hart Davis Museum (14264
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Liberty St.) and all day at Rustic Cashmere Antiques (14356 Liberty St). Bea Rouse-- Board Member brouse0122@aol.com M o n t g o m e r y Historical Society The Annual Christmas in Historical Montgomery Where the Holidays Begin! ~ December 11, 2021 Sponsored by: The Montgomery Historical Society
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giant email list? Then identify where or how you want to grow. Do you need to reach a different customer segment? A new geographical region? Research companies that might need what you have to offer and would allow you to penetrate new markets. And take stock of what you could offer in a partnership. Typically, these exchanges are codified in a formal agreement, without any out-of-pocket investments. Upgrade your technology The surge in financial technology and cloud computing makes it possible to automate everything from forecasting cash flow to ordering raw materials. Invoicing, budgeting, streamlining HR processes, tracking goods, inventory and purchasing are just some
Teamwork Lessons From Geese By Cheryl Conley Look up in the sky. It’s a bird, it’s a plane. No, it’s Canadian geese flying south in their iconic “v” formation, typically during the months of September and October. However, I just saw a flock last week so obviously it can be later in the year. Normally, I hear them before I see them because they “honk” while they’re flying. This is their way of keeping the flock together. They don’t let bad weather or nighttime keep them from flying so when it’s cloudy or dark with limited visibility, they are able to keep track of each other by honking. As human beings, we often (but not always) choose our leaders because of their knowledge and abilities. Not so with geese. When migrating, the duty of leading the flock (or skein) is a shared responsibility. The vertex of the formation is a difficult and exhausting position to be in so it changes frequently. Each bird in the “V” flies a little higher than the bird in front of them. This reduces wind resistance and conserves energy for every bird in the formation except the lead bird so when the leader
tires, it will fall back and another bird will take the lead. This is teamwork in action. Migrating Canada geese can fly up to 1500 miles in 24 hours and fly 2,000 to 3,000 miles in total to get to their destination. Some will spend their winters in the southern United States or Mexico. It’s interesting to note, however, that some geese don’t migrate at all. If there’s open water and available food, they may become year-round residents. They are highly adaptable. A goose’s body size can range from 30 to 43 inches with a wingspan of 4.2 feet to 5.6 feet. You’ll be pleased to know that wild Canadian geese mate for life but domesticated geese prefer to play the field and can have many mates. Wild geese will stay loyal to their mates until death at which time they may seek out another mate. Interestingly, geese exhibit signs of mourning when they lose a mate. They separate from the flock and will often make mourning-type sounds. Come spring, you may hear or see geese heading
north. Normally they will return to the same nesting site every year. The female chooses the nesting site and does most of the nest construction while dad stands guard. The female lays between 4 and 9 eggs and will lay one every 1 to 2 days. The incubation period is about 30 days and during this time she will only leave the nest for very short periods of time to eat and drink. Soon after hatching, the goslings are taken to the water to eat. Mom and dad are very protective of their broods for 10-12 weeks after hatching. As the goslings grow older and learn to fly, the parents become less protective. The Canada Goose is protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918. This means that it is illegal to capture, kill, trade, transport, or damage eggs or their nests without permission from the US Fish and Wildlife Service. There is, however, a hunting season for geese in Texas. Here is the link for the regulations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/regu lations/outdoorannual/regs/animals/goose
T h e To b y P o w e l l Conroe Christmas Celebration will take place in downtown Conroe, Sat, Dec 11 from 11:00am4:00pm! The FREE holiday festivities include
pictures with Santa, two snow slides, trackless train, carousel, petting zoo, live nativity scene, food and craft vendors. All the festivities begin at 11:00am with The Kiwanis
Club Christmas Parade beginning at 1:00pm through downtown. For more information please call 936-522-3900 or visit u s o n l i n e at cityofconroe.org.
of the areas that can benefit from an upgrade in technology in every business. Give us a call to discuss options for setting aside funds to invest in technology that can contribute to cost savings, increased employee productivity and more. Pursue flexible funding As a business owner, preparing for the unexpected comes with the t e r r i t o r y. J u g g l i n g changing pricing for goods and services, managing inventory, and monitoring cash flow carefully are all crucial to drive success. Flexible financing can give you access to liquidity when you need it, without incurring high-interest debt or leaving you without options when cash flow hits a snag. These lines of credit give you access to a set amount of funds you can draw from, repay and dip into again
whenever the need arises. You’ll pay interest only on the funds you use. This could be a smart way to ensure funds are available exactly when you need them – should an emergency or opportunity arise. Benchmark benefits packages Competition for talent has become fiercer than ever. Doing an annual audit of benefits and presenting the dollar worth of each to employees can go a long way to retaining talent you have. Benchmark what you offer against five of your peers to further strengthen your benefits package, come up with new ideas to enhance your offerings and be sure your benefits package is in line with market trends. Next steps * Give us a call to explore what different financing options could mean for your business. * Research businesses
that complement yours to explore a strategic partnership. * Consider where technology upgrades would make a difference in your business. S o u r c e s : energystar.gov; fundbox.com; forbes.com; sba.gov; forwardai.com; bizjournals.com S e c u r i t i e s o f f e re d through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory s e r v i c e s a re o f f e re d through Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. Pendle Hill Advisors is not a registered broker/dealer and is independent of Raymond James Financial Services. Kent Pendleton, AAMS® Financial Advisor 936-297-8267 14375 Liberty St, Ste 109, Montgomery, TX 77356
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The Metcalf Minute: Updates from the Legislature and your State Capitol in Austin I hope everyone has enjoyed the start of the Christmas season. This is always such a joyful time of year, and I love being home from Austin after the long session year we had cherishing this special time with my wife and daughters. My wife and I will celebrate our 14th wedding anniversary this month as well. We are blessed beyond measure and I am grateful to all of you for your support. We could not serve in this role without the love and support from our many friends in House District 16. Even though I have been home from the
regular and the three special called legislative sessions since last month, I have still been hard at work with my Republican colleagues in the Texas House fighting the Biden Administration's unconstitutional vaccine mandate that is affecting millions of workers and threatening their livelihoods. On Thursday, December 2nd, 82 of my House Republican colleagues and I signed onto an amicus brief filed by Texans for Responsible Government to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit Court objecting to the Biden Administration's
Weather for the Lake Conroe area Wednesday Patchy fog between 7am and 9am. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 69. East wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon. Wednesday Night A 20 percent chance of showers after 3am. Patchy fog after 3am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind around 5 mph. Thursday Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Thursday Night A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Friday A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 80. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Friday Night A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. Saturday A 50 percent chance of showers, mainly before noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 63. Saturday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 42. Sunday Sunny, with a high near 57. Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 45. Monday Sunny, with a high near 64.
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mandate. This is an issue that is very important to me and I have supported banning these unconstitutional and overreaching vaccine mandates since the regular legislative session this spring, and into every special called session throughout the summer and fall by co-authoring and joint-authoring various pieces of legislation. This mandate, that will affect 84 million workers across the country, was developed and is being enforced by the U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and would compel companies with 100 employees or more to require all employees to be vaccinated by January 4, 2022 or be subjected to weekly COVID-19 testing.
This unconstitutional mandate by the administration is unprecedented in our nation, and more than half the states, including Texas, have filed lawsuits in federal courts challenging President Biden's vaccine mandate. We join these states and the probusiness, educational, manufacturing, faith, labor, staffing and medical interests and advocates challenging the order. The federal government has stepped entirely out of its bounds with this mandate by forcing an unnecessary burden on individuals, families, and businesses. Forcing a medical procedure on Americans is a violation of our most basic personal freedoms. This mandate not only strips individuals of their freedom to make
this important health decision for themselves, but it burdens and creates economic uncertainty for businesses that have already been through so much during the last year and a half. Employers should not be faced with personnel shortages for reasons wholly outside of their control, and employees should not have to choose between an unlawful mandate and their livelihoods. These cases are now pending in federal courts and are our clear path to defeat Biden's unconstitutional mandate permanently. Texans are tired of the Biden administration's many failed policies and overreaching mandates. From catastrophically failing on our border, to threatening our strong oil
and gas industry here in Te x a s , t h e v a c c i n e mandate is just the latest example of Biden's incompetency and attacks on our liberties as individuals and is a direct violation of our United States constitution. I am confident our judicial system will act swiftly to uphold the limitations imposed on the federal government by our constitution and applicable law. As always, it is the honor of my life to serve House District 16 in the Texas Legislature. I will continue to fight for our Montgomery County values no matter how many curveballs the federal government throws our way. I hope you all have a festive and joyful holiday season and a Merry Christmas!
Texas Fraternal Order of Police Endorses Morgan Luttrell Magnolia, TX – Today, Retired U.S. Navy Seal, small business owner, and current Republican Candidate for Texas’ 8th Congressional District, Morgan Luttrell, received the endorsement from the Texas Fraternal Order of Police (TFOP). “I am proud to announce the Texas Fraternal Order of Police’s enthusiastic support of Morgan Luttrell for Congress. We applaud Morgan’s staunch criticism of efforts by anti-police extremists to defund law enforcement and his record of leadership and service to our country,” said TFOP President Karla Pruneda. “A former Navy SEAL, Morgan knows firsthand
the dangers our law enforcement officers face every day to serve and protect Texas families. The Texas Fraternal Order of Police knows Morgan will stand up in Congress for the issues important to police officers and work tirelessly to enact legislation to keep violent criminals off our streets and our communities safe.” “I am humbled and honored to receive the endorsement of such a distinguished organization as the Texas Fraternal Order of Police. The attack on law enforcement across our country is Intolerable,” Luttrell said. “As your Congressman, I will work tirelessly to defend our
brave men and women who serve and protect our families every single day.” Morgan Luttrell built a life centered around service. A 5th generation Texan raised on a horse ranch, Morgan learned the importance of hard work, discipline, and personal responsibility. He turned his conservative values, deep love for America, and passion for helping others into a career of distinguished service. Following an honorable 14-year military career, Morgan retired from the Navy in 2014 and applied his personal success and experience to help fellow veterans recover from PTSD and traumatic brain
injuries sustained in battle. Luttrell went on to serve in President Trump’s administration as Special Advisor to Energy Secretary and Former Texas Governor Rick Perry. At the Department of Energy, Morgan led the creation of the Artificial Intelligence and Technologies Office to ensure America continued to outpace Russia and China in the development of machine-learning technology. Lutrell is a graduate of Sam Houston State and Wi l l i s H i g h S c h o o l . Morgan and his wife Leslie live in Magnolia, TX with their two children, Gunner and Lincoln.
State Rep. Ernest Bailes joins Texans for Responsible Government in Filing Amicus Brief Against Biden’s Vaccine Mandate SHEPHERD, TX - State Representative Ernest Bailes joined Texans for Responsible Government (TRG) in an amicus brief to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit Court objecting to the Biden Administration’s overreaching and unprecedented vaccine mandate. The mandate that would affect 84 million workers was developed and is being enforced by the U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The amicus brief filed by TRG and various Republican members of the Texas House of Representatives challenges the
constitutionality of the mandate and calls for it to be overturned. The vaccine mandate issued by OSHA would compel private businesses with 100 employees or more to require all employees to be vaccinated by January 4, 2022 or face weekly COVID-19 testing. More than half the states, including Texas, have filed lawsuits challenging President Biden’s vaccine mandate. These states are joined by pro-business, educational, manufacturing, faith, labor, staffing, and medical interests and advocates challenging the order. “Texans are tired of the Biden Administration’s
overreaching mandates and failed policies,” said Bailes. "From failing to secure the border, to threatening the oil and gas industry, the vaccine mandate is the latest example of Biden’s attacks on our liberties and a direct violation of the U.S. Constitution.” “The cases now pending with the federal court of appeals are the ballgame,” said Chris Britton, executive director of Texans for Responsible Government. “TRG, along with Representative Ernest Bailes, stands solidly with the numerous businesses, teacher groups, states, and nonprofits fighting this federal overreach and assault on individual
liberty.” Last month, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans issued a ruling for a stay on the OSHA mandate. With heightened legal advocacy in Texas and other U.S. states, TRG and Texas House Leadership hope to see the mandate overturned permanently. Ernest and his wife Courtney have been married for 17 years and have two sons, Cinco and Rigby, who attend Coldspring-Oakhurst CISD, where Courtney is a schoolteacher. The Bailes family attends First Baptist Church in Coldspring.
Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller Repeats Call For 4th Special Session To Protect Jobs & Small Business A U S T I N – Te x a s Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller reiterated his call for a fourth special legislative session to extend p r o t e c t i o n s t o Te x a s workers from COVID-19 requirements mandated by the federal government or public or private employers. Miller is urging the State to use excess COVID19 federal funding to set up a relief fund for workers and small businesses who become victims of this excessive overreach in a l e t t e r s e n t t o Te x a s
Governor Greg Abbott over the past weekend. “On November 4th, I publicly called for a fourth special session to last only four days to address the Biden vaccine mandate. In the past month the hysteria has grown worse. The absurd reaction to the latest COVID-19 variant by the federal government and other governmental entities requires us to protect the rights, liberties, and jobs of our fellow Texans,” Miller said. “Texas farmers and
ranchers, as well as rural and small-town Texans, who depend on the agricultural economy for a living can ill afford another lockdown. Many are on the brink of financial ruin when their communities were barely affected by COVID19. Supply chain interruptions are already causing problems with food availability in our grocery stores and are impacting our school nutritional programs,” Miller said. Miller also urged in his letter to the Governor that
the Legislature should address additional items they failed to address and pass into law during the regular and three subsequent Special sessions. “Other conservative priorities including, but not limited to, restoring tougher penalties for election crimes, preventing gender modification of our youth, school choice, and support for our home school families are also issues that the Legislature must address now and not delay until 2023,” Miller stated.
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Devotional THE SECOND GIFT OF CHRISTMAS - WAR AND TRIUMPH Spreading the Word
By Gail J. Box Gailbox@consolidated.net
As we just left the beginning of the beautiful earth given to us by the Lord, then God was busy for many years of His dealings with Israel – His chosen people. At times, they loved Him, and at times they chose to disobey the Lord who made them. As populations of people groups formed into all the earth, some people desired to follow the laws God gave to Moses on
Mount Sinai, but some didn’t. Wars were fought all throughout the Old Testament. During that time, God had His warriors to fight for His people, Israel. He had a plan for them – as He had for each one of us. Let’s go now to David. In the midst of wars being fought, God presents to us a shepherd boy, David, who grows up singing to sheep and loving God, his spiritual Father. Before David was ever made king of Israel, he was put into a time of war where he and his men began running for their lives into the hills away from King Saul.
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ASSEMBLY OF GOD Cornerstone Christian Assembly of God of Conroe, located at 100 Mosswood Dr., Conroe, Texas in front of River Plantation. 936-273-1755 New Life Assembly of God, Rabon Chapel Road, Montgomery, 936-588-3399 BAPTIST Church of the Good Soldier (Baptist Affiliation), 1501 North Frazier (McKenzie's BBQ), Conroe, Texas, Phone: 936-494-5775, www.churchofthegoods oldier.org. Worship: Sunday at 10:30am, Sunday School: 9:30 am Heritage Baptist Church 19087 Lake Mt. Pleasant Rd, Montgomery 77356 Phone: Pastor Bear 936 448-4027 Gary Chapel Baptist Church PO Box 125, Montgomery, Texas 77356, 5525 Spring Branch Road, Montgomery. 713-478-1256, Sunday Bible Class 10:00 am, Worship Service at 11:00 am. Faith Baptist Church Meets at 464 McCaleb Rd. Sunday Morning Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:45 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. St. Beulah Baptist Church, located in Dobbin, P.O. Box 112, Montgomery, 77356 Benui Baptist Church, Scott Ridge and FM 1097, Montgomery Antioch Baptist, Dobbin, 936-5975560 China Grove Baptist Church, Willis, 936767-4744 Dacus Baptist, Dacus, 407-735-6403, dacusbaptist@consolida ted.net www.dacusbaptist.org First Baptist Church, Hwy 105 W., Mont-
gomery, 936-597-4230 Honea Baptist Church, FM 2854, Montgomery, 936-588-1260 Jones Chapel Baptist, FM 2854, 936-7562505 Mt. Calvary Baptist, Old Hwy 105, 936588-2330 Mt. Sinai Baptist, Bethel Road, Montgomery, 936-597-4668 Union Grove Baptist Church of Richards, Texas About 11 mi N of Montgomery on FM 149 Sunday School all ages 9:45 am, Church Service 11:00 am, Wednesday Bible Study and Youth Group 6 pm CATHOLIC Sacred Heart Catholic, 109 N. Frazier, Conroe, 936-756-8186 St. Mary’s Catholic, FM 1774, Plantersville, 936-894-2223 7:45 Service St. Joseph’s Catholic, CR 213, Stoneham, 936-894-2223 JEWISH Congregation Beth Shalom, 5125 Shadowbend Place, The Woodlands, 281-362-1100 LUTHERAN Grace Lutheran (ELCA), Highway 105 W., Lake Conroe, 936-5881944 Living Savior Lutheran ChurchLCMS 309 Pond St. Montgomery 77356 Church phone: 936-5978013 Web : www.livingsaviortexas. org Pastor David R. Bailes. METHODIST Montgomery United Methodist Church 22548 Highway 105 West Montgomery, TX
I know some of my r e a d e r s a r e t h i n king…”How does this apply to a Christmas gift? Well, let’s see. David went through many situations which can apply to ours. He loved God, but the king and his armies still came after him. Then what did D a v i d d o ? H e sang…..beautiful songs to God about his situations. He would sing to the Lord and ask for guidance. Just as we have many problems in life, David would petition God to help him through every step needed as an answer to his problems. And the most wonderful thing is that David’s scribe wrote down
every word of David’s songs or utterances to the LORD. In Psalm 35, this is his call for help: “Contend, O LORD, with those who contend with me. Say to my soul, ‘ I am your salvation. Let those be turned back and humiliated who devise evil against me….O, LORD, do not be far from me. Stir up Yourself and awake to my right and to my cause, my God and my Lord.” Psalm 35: 1, 3b, 4b, 22b, 23.’ “ I believe that David, in conflict with the world of war in a hostile environment, gives us the reason he is being intimi-
77356 Phone: 936-5976162 Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m., 9:45 am., 11:00 a.m. Praise & Worship Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Www.mumctex.org Richards United Methodist Church 6639 FM 1696 Richards Worship Service 11 AM Sunday School 10AM Porter Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, 1308 S. Hwy 1486, Dobbin, 936-597-5331 or 936-449-5983 Living Way Church, 2080 Longmire Rd, Conroe 936-441-8875 Hope Tabernacle Pastor David Whitaker Meets at 18961 Freeport Dr Montgomery 936.582.7722 Thursday 7:30pm Sunday School at 10:00am Sunday Worship at 6:00pm Community And Interdenominational Lone Star Cowboy Church 21627 Eva St. Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 597-5742 Pastors Randy & Darla Weaver Service Times: Sundays 8:30; 10:00 and 11:30am Mondays 7:00pm Livestream: Watch us live Sundays & Mondays @ live.lonestar.tv or go to the Lone Star Cowboy Church Facebook page and click on the Livestream link. Website: www.lonestar.tv Abundant Life Ministries Corner of FM 149 & FM 1097 W. Montgomery TX 77356 Prayer /Sunday School 9:30 am Sunday Service 11:30 am Wednesday Pray/Bible Study 6:30 pm RiverStone Community Church 19380 Hwy 105 Ste. 500 Montgomery, TX 77356 Sun: 9:00 Kingdom
Life, 10:30 Worship Wed: 6:30 p.m. RiverStoneCC.org April Sound Church, 67 ½ April Wind S., April Sound, 936588-2832 Lighthouse Fellowship Church, Montgomery, 936582-7700 Living Branch Church, Highway 105 W., Lake Conroe, 936-5883400 New Beginning Bible Church, 19087 Mt. Pleasant Cemetary Rd, 936-5978921 Father’s House, Family Worship Center, Highway 105 W, Lake Conroe, 936-5884660 Walden Community Church, 12400 Walden Rd, Walden, 936-582-6696 Services 9:30 and 11 a.m. WaldenChurch.com River of Life Church, 17156 FM 1097, Montgomery, 936-4494414 Cornerstone Church, 1011 W. Lewis, Conroe, 936-756-7792 Lakeside Bible Church, 18940 Freeport Drive Montgomery, 936582-1977 Church of St. John, retreat and wildlife center, 2615 St. Beulah Chapel Rd., Montgomery, 936-597-5757 Fellowship of Montgomery 12681 FM 149 Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 597-3949 Senior Pastor Dale Talbert Service Times: Sundays at 9:30am & 11am / Wednesdays at 6:30pm for Children & Student Ministries Watch us live Sundays @fellowshipofmontgom ery.online.church or follow us on Facebook @thefmchurch! www.thefmchurch.co m
dated by Saul and his armies. So David asks God to intervene and overcome this enemy. David sings and declares this: “Let them shout for joy and rejoice, who favor my vindication; and let them say continua l l y, ‘ T h e L O R D b e magnified, Who delights in the prosperity of His servant.” And my tongue shall declare Your righ t e o u s n e s s a n d Yo u r praise all day long.” Psalm 35: 27, 28. So what do these verses tell us about the conflicts of war and the trouble when we encounter others who may want to intimidate us with untrue
words or deny our ideas? Here is the answer, another gift, that is found in this scripture: “Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him. James 1:12. And this isn’t the very last gift. from God “he (we) will receive!” There are more to come as we get closer to our last two gifts left. So we will continue next week… First: Our Beautiful Earth, Second: Perseverance, and two more.
Apostle Episcopal, Youth Explosing 1803 Highland 7pm Wednesdays Hollow, Conroe, 936Pastors Sean & Lori 756-8831 Jo Cook The Grace ChrisPRESBYTERIN tian Outreach Center First Presbyterian 25293 Tisdale Road, Church of Conroe Dobbin, Texas 2727 N. Loop 336 936-689-3141 Mt. Pleasent Baptist West Conroe, Texas 936Church 756-8884 FM 149 N., MontSun. 9:00 & 11:00 gomery, 936-449-6807 Sun Sch 10:00 The Church @ Lake Nursery provided Conroe Church of Christ in 1701 McCaleb Rd Montgomery Montgomery, TX 301 Pond Street, 77316 Montgomery, TX. 936-588-4975 Sunday Bible Class www.lakechurch.com 9:30 am Sunday worship @ Worship - 10:30 am 10:00 a.m. Wed. and 6:00 pm activites 6:30-8pm Wednesday - 7:00 North Shore Church pm 10 am Worship Phone: 936-582Service 4855 18501 Fm1097 West Email: @ the Bentwater West cofcmontgomery@cons Gate Entrance olidated.net Pastor Cary Smith Web: Covenant Felloship 302 N. Danville, www.cofcmontgomery. Willis, Tx. 77378 org 936/890-8034 Paul Praschnik, www.cfmlife.org Minister Celebration Service 10am Sundays
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Notice of Sale of Real Estate THE STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTY OF MONTGOMERY § THIS NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Chapter 34 of the Texas Tax Code, and Rule 2 la of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure. By virtue of an Order of Sale issued, and associated Judgment rendered, by the Honorable 284th District Court of Montgomery County, on March 25, 2021, in Cause No. 20-03-02936, captioned Ovation Services, LLC, and Intervenor, Montgomery County Et Al -vs- Gregory Hendricks, Et Al, I, acting as Constable of Montgomery County, Texas, did, on the 1st Day of November 2021, in my hands for service, levy on certain Real Estate, as the property of the Defendant(s), Gregory Hendricks, Et Al and situated in Montgomery County, Texas, described as follows:
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE The following vehicles will be auctioned by the Montgomery County Precinct 4 Constable Kenneth "Rowdy" Hayden at EMC Wrecker located at 22821 Gasoline Alley New Caney, TX 77357, 281-399-5100 on Tuesday December 14, 2021 at 8:30 am. In accordance with the Texas Abandoned Motor Vehicle Act, Article #4477-9A.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER: 6580-02-27770 (RI 10539) LOT 28, BLOCK 5, LAKE CONROE FOREST, SECTION 2, A SUBDIVISION IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS, AS RECORDED IN A DEED AT VOLUME 970, PAGE 234 OF THE REAL PROPERTY RECORDS OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TEXAS. TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER: 6580.02.27770. ADDRESS: 714 Shawnee Dr, Montgomery, TX 77316 ACCOUNT #: 00.6580.02.27770 Pursuant to said Judgment the following parties were awarded the following sums:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE The following vehicles will be auctioned by the Montgomery County Precinct 4 Constable Kenneth "Rowdy" Hayden at EMC Towing located at 22855 Gasoline Alley New Caney, TX 77357, 281-399-5100 on Tuesday December 14, 2021 at 8:30 am. In accordance with the Texas Abandoned Motor Vehicle Act, Article #4477-9A. Published Date: December 8, 2021
Plus interest and all other costs. On the 4th day of January 2022, the first Tuesday of the month, between the hours of IO a.m. and 4 p.m., at the Montgomery County Administration Building located at 501 North Thompson, 4th Floor, Suite 402, Conroe, Texas 7730 I, by virtue of said levy and said Order of Sale, I will sell the above described real estate to include all right, title and interest of the Defendant in the property, at public venue, for cash, to the highest bidder, in compliance with the law. I give this notice by publication, in the English language, once a week for the three consecutive weeks immediately preceding said day of sale, in Montgomery County News, a newspaper published in Montgomery County. Published Dates: December 8, 2021, December 15, 2021, and December 22, 2021. Witness my hand, this 23rd day of November 2021. /s/ Michael White Chief C. Michael White Montgomery County, Texas. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE The following vehicles will be auctioned by the Montgomery County Precinct 4 Constable Kenneth "Rowdy" Hayden at Humble Towing impound located at 24672 FM 1485, New Caney, TX 77357, 281-354-8697 on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 @ 10:00am. In accordance with the Texas Abandoned Motor Vehicle Act, Article #4477-9A. Published Date: December 8, 2021
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE The following vehicles will be auctioned by the Montgomery County Precinct 4 Constable Kenneth "Rowdy" Hayden at 1485 Auto Storage located at 16326 FM 1485, Conroe, TX 77306, 936-703-5480 on Tuesday December 14, 2021 at 12:30 pm. In accordance with the Texas Abandoned Motor Vehicle Act, Article #4477-9A. Published Date: December 8, 2021
PUBLIC NOTICE SELF SERVICE STORAGE OF CONROE WISHING TO AVAIL, THEMSELVES OF THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 59 OF THE TEXAS PROPERTY CODE HEREBY GIVES NOTICE OF SALE UNDER SAID ACT THIS SALE IS BEING MADE TO SATISFY A LANDLORD LEIN BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON LINE AT www.storageauction.com STARTING ON 12/14/2021. CONTENTS ARE MISCELLANEOUS, HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND PERSONAL ITEMS OF TENANTS AS LISTED, CLIFTON HOBGOOD, NORMAN LOPEZ, ALBERT MAZZOLA, CYNTHIA NIERMANN, EARL WARE. PAYMENTS WILL BE MADE IN CASH ONLY. SELF SERVICE STORAGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY BID AND WITHDRAW PROPERTY FROM SALE. Published dates: December 1, and 8, 2021 NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF SANFORD CLEVELAND PATERSON, DECEASED
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Administration for the Estate of James Robert Bullion, Deceased, were issued on December 1, 2021, in Cause No. 21-41911-P, pending in the County Court at Law No. 2, Montgomery County, Texas, to: Jack A. Bullion. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Gina A. Price, Attorney at Law, 101 Simonton, Conroe, TX 77301. DATED the 1st day of December, 2021. /s/ Gina A. Price Attorney for Jack A. Bullion State Bar No.: 16287350 101 Simonton Conroe, TX 77301 Telephone: (936) 756-5511 Facsimile: (936) 441-5745 E-mail: gaprice@priceandprice-law.com Published Date: December 8, 2021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of JACQUELINE AGATHA ROBERSON, Deceased, were issued on November 18, 2021, in Cause No. 21-41882-P, pending in the County Court at Law of Montgomery County, Texas, to BRUCE WAYNE ROBERSON. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Bruce Wayne Roberson 302 Ridgecrest Street Magnolia, TX 77354 DATED the 6th day of December, 2021 Law Office of James Trimble, PLLC 8821 Davis Blvd., Suite 310 Keller, TX 76248 817-482-9275 Jim@TrimbleLawOffice.com Published Date: December 8, 2021
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Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Sanford Cleveland Paterson were issued on November 19, 2021, in Cause No. 21-41916-P, pending in the County Court Number Two of Montgomery County, Texas, to: Sanford Cleveland Paterson whose post office address is: c/o Goodwin & Harrison, L.L.P. P. 0. Box 8278 The Woodlands, Texas 77387-8278 All persons having claims against" this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. DATED the 6th day of December, 2021. GOODWIN & HARRISON, L.L.P. BY: Preston C. Goodwin Preston C. Goodwin Attorney for the Estate (281) 363-3136; (281) 363-3215 – fax Published Date: December 8, 2021 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Thomas Franklin Crawford, Deceased, were issued on the 2nd day of December 2021, in Cause No. 21-41880-P, pending in County Court at Law No. 2, Montgomery County, Texas, to: Mercedes Crawford Jones. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Steven C. Earl Stilwell, Earl & Apostolakis, LLP 1400 Woodloch Forest Drive, Ste. 590 The Woodlands, TX 77380 DATED the 2nd day of December 2021. By: /s/Steven C. Earl Steven C. Earl State Bar No. 24002028 1400 Woodloch Forest Drive, Ste. 590 The Woodlands, TX 77380 Telephone: (281) 419-6200 Facsimile: (281) 419-0250 www.woodlandstxlawfirm.com Published Date: December 8, 2021
PUBLIC NOTICE Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District Public Hearings on Permit Applications, Special Hearing, and Regular Board Meeting. 6:00 PM, Tuesday, December 14, 2021 655 Conroe Park North Drive Conroe, TX 77303 Published Date: December 8, 2021
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Community Rebel Joan Of ARC Officers Support Heritage Museum At Their Annual Christmas Open House In Conroe The Rebel Joan Of Arc 2721 Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy are proud contributors and “Friends of the Heritage Museum”, as they support the many activities of the Montgomery County Heritage Museum. The new Executive Director, Suann Hereford of Conroe, was proud to welcome everyone to their recent Christmas Open House. George Wi l l i a m s o n i s a n e w Heritage Museum Board Member and husband of Rebel Joan Of Arc Member, Shelia Williamson. The Museum is decorated for the happy Holidays and their beautiful huge flying Pegasus dawns its new red lights for the season. All the Public was invited to come share in the festivities. The Heritage Museum has been a blessing to Montgomery
County for over thirty five years. Call and book your Docent Tour with Doug Collings, Assistant Director. There is so much wonderful History in Montgomery County to share. Montgomery County formed in 1837 as the third County formed in the Republic of Texas. Over 700 Confederate Soldiers are recorded buried in Montgomery County. Left to Rt: Rebel Joan Of Arc Recording Secretary: MARY BETH LOZANO, Rebel Joan Of Arc Chaplain: LYN HAWTHORNE HOWARD, Rebel Joan Of Arc Historian: SHELIA WILLIAMSON, AND ALL THE CHAPTER MEMBERS WISH HERITAGE MUSEUM A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY SUCCESSFUL NEW YEAR!
The Robert Woodson Chapter Colonial Dames XVII Century got in the Christmas Spirit The Robert Woodson Chapter Colonial Dames XVII Century got in the Christmas spirit at their December meeting. They learned that in past years there were turkey drives all over our country that brought turkeys to Christmas tables. Imagine a cattle drive; but think turkeys. Donations were collected for the Montgome r y C o u n t y Wo m e n ’s Center, funds raised for the Conroe Library’s Genealogy Department, Christmas cards collected for veterans living at the Carriage Inn, and holiday spirit was
shared by all. CDXVIIC not only focuses on colonial ancestors and colonial history, but honors our country’s veterans throughout the year, supports local charities, and awards an annual chapter scholarship, to name several chapter activities. Pictured: Robert Woodson Chapter Members For information about membership in the Robert Woodson Chapter Colonial Dames XVIIC, contact President Laura Dahlberg at dahlbal@yahoo.com.
Jefferson Stubbs 2523, Conroe chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, held their Christmas luncheon and meeting
Pictured seated...Nelda McGuire, Jaime Pierce, Eva Rains & Bette Garland standing left to right...Joyce Taber, Schelle Taylor, Iva Gilliam, Sherry McKey, Beckie Ederbrock, Jessica Rizk
On Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, members of the Thomas Jefferson Stubbs 2523, Conroe chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, Texas Division, held their Christmas luncheon and meeting. Those attending were treated to a delicious buffet of food. Much laughter was heard as the "white elephant" exchange of gifts took place. This chapter will participate in the December 11, 2021 Christmas parade in Montgomery at
10 AM and many of the same ladies will serve as docents during the candle light Tour of Homes from 4 to 8 PM. If you are interested in learning more about your family history and think you have a Confederate ancestor, email our chapter registrar at carjam735@gmail.com. The objectives of the United Daughters of the Confederacy are: Historical, Educational, Benevolent, Memorial and Patriotic.
Mistletoe Market Mistletoe Mrket Get a jump start on all your Holiday shopping all while supporting local small business owners! We will have over 200 vendors offering everything
from Women's and Children's Clothing, Home, Holiday and Garden Decor, Gourmet Food Items, Hand made and F a s h i o n J e w e l r y, Fashion Trucks and so much more!
Teachers, Military and First Responders with ID and Children have Free Entry! Interested vendors please email Holidayextravaganz a@yahoo.com with full business info
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Community Congratulations to Richards ISD Academic UIL winners! Richards ISD participated in an Invitational Academic UIL meet on December 2, 2021, and December 6, 2021. We are proud to announce the following students placed: Ready Writing: 3rd grade 6th place Audrey Wallace, 4th grade 4th place Henry Pool, 6th grade 4th place Ashlynn Kelley, Spelling: 3rd-grade 1st place Ragnar Beebe 1st Place Team Kase Matthews, Scarlett Howe, Ragnar Beebe Mathematics 3rd grade: 6th place Audrey Wallace Storytelling: 2nd-grade 6th place Kamdyn Petri 3rd-grade 4th place Audrey Wallace, 6th place Ragnar Beebe Social Studies 5th grade 3rd place Cobbe Butler 6th grade 1st place Jackson Portwood 2nd place Zeke Howe 5th place Chase Grisham 1st place team Jackson Top row left to right: Henry Pool, Chase Grisham, Clayton Brewer, Zeke Howe, Jackson Portwood Middle row: Ragnar Bebbe, Cali Wallace, Portwood, Zeke Howe, Ashlynn Kelley, Cobbe Butler, Gunnar Fowle Bottom row: Scarlett Howe, Kamdyn Petri, Audrey Wallace, Kase Matthews Chase Grisham Listening: 5th grade 6th place Maps, Graphs, and 6th grade 1st place Congratulations to all Wallace 5th grade 1st place Cali Dictionary: Gunnar Fowler Charts Clayton Brewer of these UIL winners! Saturday, December 11 from 8:00am – 11:00am. The museum will re-open for public hours from 1:00pm – 4:00pm. Museum staff called the North Pole to thank Santa for visiting, but his CEO (Chief Elf Officer) said he was extremely busy this time of year. Luckily his wife, Mrs. Claus, was at home and stated that she was happy Santa decided to stop by the museum and she can’t wait for her own visit later in the week during “Mrs. Claus’ Gingerbread H o u s e Wo r k s h o p s ” o n Wednesday, December 15th and Saturday, December 18th. She looks forward to posing for pictures and visiting with children as they decorate their gingerbread houses.
Santa Tweets a Surprise Appearance with Real Reindeer
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THE WOODLANDS, TX – Santa recently tweeted from his sleigh-phone that he and his reindeer will be visiting The Woodlands Children’s Museum to make holiday memories and pose for p i c t u r e s o n S a t u r d a y, December 11, 2021 from 8:00am - 10:00am during Santa's Morning Jingle. During the past several years, the museum’s annual Santa event has provided a unique holiday experience that allows families to celebrate the season with a warm breakfast, music, art, and entertainment.
This year, Santa's Morning Jingle will include a framed photo with Santa, visit with live reindeer, homestyle breakfast, snow play, meet and greet with Olaf from Frozen, treats from our candy bar, a gift bag from Santa’s workshop, and performances from Joe McDermott, an awardwinning children’s singer/songwriter visiting from Austin, Texas. Children will also be able to create a holiday art project in The Muse art bar. “This event has grown each year and really includes
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something for everyone,” stated Angela Colton, the museum’s Executive Director. “It’s wonderful to see families playing and making magical memories together.” Santa's Morning Jingle will take place from 8:00am 11:00am, with reindeer visits ending at 10:00am so they can head back to the North Pole. Tickets are $30 per child and $15 for adults. Limited tickets are on sale now at www.woodlandschildrensmus eum.org. The museum will be closed to the public and open for event-only admission on
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