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Volume 13, Issue 1

A Newsletter for Villages of Northpointe

JANUARY 2022

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THE COMPASS IMPORTANT NUMBERS

Villages of Northpointe Security Director

Andy Elmore .............................................. hit02@scbglobal.net Waste Management................................................... 281-376-8802 Centerpoint Energy .................................................. 713-207-2222 Tomball Post Office................................................... 281-516-0513 Harris County MUD #281 (water and recycling)...... 281-376-8802 Harris County Constable Precinct #4 24-hour Dispatch ................................................ 281-376-3472 Villages of Northpointe Patrol Officer Deputy Kelly........................................................ 281-376-3472 SCHOOLS Tomball Independent School District................. www.tomballisd.net Canyon Pointe Elementary.................................... 281-357-3122 NorthPointe Intermediate...................................... 281-357-3020 Willow Wood Junior High.................................... 281-357-3030 Tomball High School............................................. 281-357-3220 Tomball Memorial High School............................ 281-357-3230 TAX ENTITIES: Tomball ISD Tax Office......................................... 281-357-3100 .

www.tomballisd.net and follow the link to the Tax Office

MUD #281 & NorthPointe WCID...................... 713-462-8906 ................................................................. www.wheelerassoc.com Harris County Appraisal District........................... 713-957-7800 ............................................................................... www.hcad.org Electric Company Choices.......................................866-7974839 ............................................................... www.powertochoose.org

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An Open Letter of Gratitude

Long Way Home Texas was fortunate enough to present Honkytonk for Hope, benefitting pediatric transplant patients, to the Cypress community on November 13th, 2020. When we started this endeavor, we were just a group of knuckleheads with a crazy idea, wanting to give back. We had no idea how much our lives would be impacted. The generosity of Cypress, local businesses, and Texas artists from all over was simply amazing. On a beautiful Saturday afternoon, we raised $42,000 to assist the families of these children with our first event. We chose as our benefactor of the event the Children’s Transplant Initiative, a local 501c3 charity that works directly with these families. Founders Ross and Cheryl Witty are some of the most amazing human beings who enabled us to cut out the middleman and assist these families directly. What most people don’t know, is that, depending on the organ, as of 2017 the average transplant costs $932,337.00 in medical expenses alone. For a significant portion of the actual medical expenses, there are mechanisms and organizations to provide relief. The immediately crippling expenses no one thinks of are the ancillary costs. Temporary housing, food, parking, insurance premiums, and assistance with lost wages because of a parents need to be with their child in those teetering moments between death, and the hope for life. Our organization is named after a song by local artist, Hayes Carll. The lyrics that capture my heart, and exemplified by these children like Oliver, go as follows: “You weren’t askin’ much at all, Just catch you when you fall. On your own, the long way home What’s that sadness in your smile You’ve been cryin’ all the while Could you lean upon my shoulder I guess you’d die to just get older” My most heartfelt gratitude goes out to our host, The Barn at the Frio Gill, our very generous sponsors, the dozens of volunteers who selflessly gave of themselves to help us, the artists from all over our beautiful state who came performed, Scot Hall of LEL Photography, and the hundreds of Cypress citizens who came out and supported us. I’m just a simple kid who grew up in the area and loves Cypress and its people. Once again, proving that Texans are always there in a time of need, Cypress did not fail to deliver. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. If you would like to know more, get involved, or would like more event info, please visit our website at www.lwhtexas.com. In most humble gratitude, Michael Broussard President – Long Way Home Texas Copyright © 2022 Peel, Inc.

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THE COMPASS SUMMER IN TEXAS

Traveling Seniors of Cypress

Spain Student Immersion Program

DAY TRIPS January 12: Trip to Huntsville, Texas Explore the Prison Museum, lunch at the Farmhouse Restaurant, visit Sam Houston Memorial Museum. $15.00. Bus leaves Fairfield Baptist Church 7:30 am. Host a Basque student for the summer! With this program, you’ll be able to share the American culture and hospitality with a Basque teenager (ages 14-17) while you learn about a different culture. These students come to the US to improve their English while living with an American host family. If you want to try something different, this is a very entertaining and special opportunity! Practical info: Dates: June 27- July 25, 2022 $400 stipend for hosting the student The students have organized trips and activities with their group, as well as a 4 day camp Host family provides meals, housing, and transportation for student If you’re interested in hosting or would like more information, please email Kristy Stark: K.Stark200579@gmail.com

February 15: Trip to Waco, Texas. Tour The Dr. Pepper Museum Enjoy lunch at Buzzard Billy’s and then on to The Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum. Our last stop will be Herriage Farms $15.00. Bus leaves F B C 7:30 am. March 15: Travel to Gruene, Texas Wear your green to Gruene. Ramble around historic Gruene. Have lunch at the Gristmill Restaurant, and explore Gruene Hall is the oldest continually operating dance hall in Texas. Take in the Winery on the Gruene and all the interesting shops in the infamous General Store, where you'll find everything from key chains and postcards to cowboy hats. Free. Leave FBC at 7:30 EXTENDED EXCURSIONS Spring and Fall of 2022: We are in the process of creating two extended excursions which we will highlight in either February or March. As tour coordinators for Traveling Seniors of Cypress, we believe that traveling with like-minded friends is more than just about getting away; it is about creating life-long friendships, exploring new vistas, and sharing experiences. We plan trips that match your interests, include must-see sites, and offer authentic local experiences—All in a safe, affordable environment. Second and Fourth Thursday: Cards with Karen Cervenka: 5 Crowns/ Mexican Train, Lakeside Trails Clubhouse 1:00 to 4:00. Second and Fourth Friday: Hand and Foot with Jim and Shirley, Lakeside Trails Clubhouse 1:00 to 4:00. Wednesday Breakfast, The Toasted Yolk: Between 8:30 and 9:00. Breakfast at Denny's: 1st and 3rd Friday at Denny's on 290. Travelers are not signed up until payment is received. Mail or drop off payment at 15706 Bending Birch Dr. Cypress, TX 77433. There are no refunds for trips. If you have to cancel, you are responsible for finding your own replacement. Traveling Seniors of Cypress Jo Ann Lambert at pstlgrl@gmail.com or Jackie Devine at jackie.devine@comcast.net.

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JANUARY 2022 KENDALE WALKER MUSIC

J.B.T.M. is proud to ring in the New Year with this month’s Featured Artist – Kendale Walker Music! Kendale is a Cypress local, attends Cy-Woods high school, and has earned herself quite the resume! She brings her own originals to the stage and covers songs by artists such as Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, Tanya Tucker, John Denver, and Credence Clearwater Revival, plus many more! Kendale Walker Music has performed at several popular venues around town such as Creekwood Grill (Telge Rd., 77429), The Empty Glass (Market St., 77375), Locatelli’s (Grant Rd.,77429), Whitley Vineyard (College St., 77356), and many others! With her “mom”anager – Jennifer, and dad Robby by her side, they support her dreams, take care of the P.R. work, and keep her safe. Kendale Walker has won the love and attention of many around her! In 2021, she received a nomination from The Josie Awards for her song entry of “Protocol of a Princess”! Only 2.6% of submissions achieve a nomination, which is a BIG deal! Congrats to Kendale on that! Visit her music page on Facebook @kendalewalker01 and www. kendalewalker.com to get notified of events, listen to her music, and keep up with her latest happenings! All shows are subject to change, no guarantee. Updates are available on Facebook by visiting @CYPRESSMUSICSCENE You can reach out to me with your music news, alerts, happenings, and questions! Artists/Venues/Agents Welcome. NO SPAM. please email me: joycebehindthemic@gmail.com 6

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THE COMPASS Holiday Market Participants GABRIEL - Written by Rachel Beard

Over 80 Vendors participated in the 2021 Fairfield Christmas Market sponsored by the Fairfield Club. Shoppers could find everything from jewelry, wreaths, make-up, wood crafts, home-baked goods, and organic Elderberry syrup, to T-Shirts, homemade throws, purses, and painted rocks. At least 15 students displayed their entrepreneurial talent, and Gabriel Beard was one of them.

Born in rural northeast Scotland to expatriate parents and reared in the dynamic metropolis of Bangkok, Thailand, 11-year-old Gabriel Beard found himself living in a foreign new land called Texas in 2020. Brought up with a Montessori education that fosters interdependence and a love of learning, he was at the same time immersed in the entrepreneurial and service oriented mindset of the Thai culture. This autumn, Gabriel joined the course, Entrekidneur Adventures, in his homeschool group, Cypress Homeschool Council, and began to imagine the endless possibilities that such an opportunity could bring to his life. Ever an engineer, Gabriel is endlessly building, designing, and tinkering with things, yet it is through his sociable and creative nature that he is a consummate storyteller. This storytelling spirit led him to the idea of writing books, which became the focal point of his new start-up business, Son-fish Tales. Son-fish Tales began with the Texas Animals Alphabet Book, inspired by his recognition of the very different animals found in Texas versus Thailand. Written and illustrated himself, he plans to continue his line of work with more children’s books, comic books, stories of adventure, as influenced by his love of classic literature, and various Thai and Chinese fairy tales, which formed a large basis of his childhood imagination. Aside from his schooling, Gabriel is an avid reader, a junior black belt in Taekwondo, and a drummer. He loves to hunt, fish, climb trees, and actively participate in his church. When not fighting for survival from his two sisters and toddler brother, Gabriel enjoys finding a quiet corner in which he can tinker, build, read, or ponder his next project. If you’d like to support Gabriel and purchase a personally autographed copy of his new book, please reach out to his manager (his mom), Rachel Beard, on WhatsApp, text, or by phone at 830-481-9187. Copyright © 2022 Peel, Inc.

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