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PERMIT #137<br />

<strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong><br />

Homeowners Association<br />

Community Newsletter<br />

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YARD OF THE MONTH<br />

Congratulations to Jason Broadrick who has been awarded the March Yard of the Month. Please<br />

join the Landscape Committee in congratulating Jason for helping to make <strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong> a<br />

beautiful place to live.<br />

The 2015 Annual Meeting Minutes were approved.<br />

<strong>2016</strong> ANNUAL<br />

HOA MEETING<br />

The <strong>2016</strong> Annual HOA Meeting was<br />

held on Wednesday, March 9 th . The<br />

Board thanks everyone who showed<br />

up on a night that the weather was not<br />

very good. We had a quorum, therefore<br />

we were able to conduct business.<br />

Two new Board members were nominated and approved. The Board members for the <strong>2016</strong>-<br />

2018 are as follows:<br />

Brent Heraly, JJ Martin and Virginia Carlton<br />

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<strong>April</strong> <strong>2016</strong><br />

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<strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong><br />

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Home Maintenance and Repair<br />

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www.sydneyharbourhoa.org<br />

EMERGENCY NUMBERS<br />

Precinct 4 Constable - Main Dispatch 281-376-3474<br />

Harris County Sherriff 866-222-7100<br />

Poison Control 800-764-7661<br />

Animal Control (Emergency) 281-999-3191<br />

Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department 713-466-6161<br />

Any Emergency 911<br />

TRASH/WATER<br />

Cypress Hill MUD #1<br />

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Water/Sewer - Eagle Management<br />

Service Problems 281-374-8989<br />

TRASH COLLECTION - Mondays & Thursdays<br />

RECYCLING - Mondays Only<br />

SCHOOLS<br />

Farney Elementary School 281-373-2850<br />

Goodson Middle School 281-373-2350<br />

Cy-Woods High School 281-213-1800<br />

Cy-Fair ISD<br />

www.cfisd.net<br />

IMPORTANT NUMBERS<br />

Mosquito Control 713-440-4800<br />

Children’s Protective Svs 713-394-4000<br />

Harris Co. Public Health & Envir 713-439-6000<br />

U. S. Post Office 281-373-9125<br />

16635 Spring Cypress Road<br />

AT&T<br />

www.att.com<br />

Phone/Cable/Internet - AT&T 800-464-7928<br />

AT&T Repair Center 800-246-8464<br />

Comcast Cable 713-341-1000<br />

En-Touch Systems 281-225-1000<br />

Reliant Energy (Repair) 713-207-7777<br />

Centerpoint Energy 713-659-2111<br />

Street Light Repair (give pole #) 713-207-2222<br />

www.centerpointenergy.com/outage<br />

To report gas leaks 713-659-3552<br />

Street Repair 281-463-6300<br />

Metro Park & Ride 713-635-4000<br />

MEDICAL FACILITIES<br />

North Cypress Medical Center 281-894-0003<br />

Cy-Fair Medical Center 281-890-4285<br />

Methodist Hospital - Willowbrook 281-477-1000<br />

Memorial Herman Hospital 281-392-1111<br />

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2 <strong>April</strong> <strong>2016</strong><br />

<strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong>


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new position. Let’s all also take this opportunity to thank Matt Cross and<br />

Mark Christensen for their great service these past two years. These are<br />

volunteer positions and a lot of work goes into helping our neighborhood<br />

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Updates were given on the Disposition of Undocumented Accounts Payable<br />

from the Developer, Constable Patrols and Collection of Delinquent<br />

Assessments.<br />

Each of the Committee Chairs gave updates on their committee. Volunteers<br />

are needed for the Pool Committee.<br />

It was a good meeting with great participation by everyone.<br />

SOCK HOP<br />

SATURDAY,<br />

APRIL 16 TH<br />

8-11 PM<br />

An adults only 1950’s Sock<br />

Hop will be held at the <strong>Sydney</strong><br />

<strong>Harbour</strong> Clubhouse. Dress in<br />

your favorite 1950’s outfits and<br />

come ready to eat and dance.<br />

BYOB. Come out and have fun<br />

with your neighbors.<br />

<strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong><br />

GARAGE SALE<br />

SATURDAY, APRIL 2 ND<br />

8 AM-12 NOON<br />

The Annual Spring Garage Sale will be<br />

advertised by the Events Committee<br />

with arrows pointing down your street<br />

if you are participating. Please register<br />

at sydneyharbour2009@yahoo.com so<br />

they will know what streets to mark.<br />

SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE CLUB<br />

The <strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong> Bridge Club is looking for substitutes. Presently, we<br />

play (2 tables) twice a month on Wednesdays from 12:30-3:30/4. If you are<br />

interested, please contact Diane Martin: home-281-746-7470, cell-832-302-<br />

5814 or email jjmarti@swbell.net. We are a fun group and would love to have<br />

you join us!<br />

HAZARDS OF<br />

FEEDING DUCKS<br />

As many of you may have noticed the<br />

Tree Ducks, also known as Mexican<br />

Whistlers, have returned to <strong>Sydney</strong><br />

<strong>Harbour</strong> in ever increasing numbers<br />

each year, while our Mallards have<br />

decreased. They appear to be most<br />

prevalent in the area of 10-12 homes<br />

surrounding where homeowners feed<br />

these wild birds. While observing<br />

the ducks is enjoyable and feeding<br />

them may even be fun, the majority<br />

of homeowners have found them to<br />

eventually become quite a nuisance<br />

and difficult to get rid of once feeding<br />

is started. The mess, along with<br />

the health hazards to the ducks,<br />

additional wildlife, pets and even humans has created frustration, expense,<br />

decrease in use of outdoor space and even serious illness among pets in<br />

our neighborhood.<br />

<strong>April</strong> <strong>2016</strong> 3


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Feeding the ducks, according to the US Wildlife and Fisheries Department,<br />

the governing body charged with managing waterfowl, can result in several<br />

illnesses among the ducks themselves and has resulted in the actual death<br />

of large numbers of ducks in some areas when there is an epidemic of<br />

disease. When large numbers of ducks congregate in small areas such<br />

as our waterways, they are often eating and defecating in the same areas.<br />

Uneaten food can mold, causing illness and attracts rodents. Bread is very<br />

hazardous to ducks. Large populations concentrated in small areas also<br />

encourage competition for food and mates. During the mating season, when<br />

there is such competition, males often kill off by drowning the females while<br />

fighting for “privileges.” It has been observed near Grotto Point that this<br />

winter there are 24 male mallards and only one female. Over the past few<br />

years many of us have observed the violent deaths of these females. The<br />

nesting by the female mallards in our flowerbeds is not just a nuisance and<br />

health hazard but unsafe for the ducks. The baby ducks rarely survive due<br />

to turtles, large fish, dogs and cats and rodents, despite the efforts many of<br />

our residents go through trying to save them. This is a further indication that<br />

ducks are better off when they can nest in areas that are natural habitats…<br />

ducks have survived for thousands of years not being fed by humans! And<br />

creating dependence on humans for food leads to death by dogs and cats<br />

and even automobiles as these creatures lose their natural fear of humans<br />

and wander our neighborhoods.<br />

One average duck creates 1/3 lb. of feces every day. Multiply that by over<br />

100 counted in one 10-12 home area alone, that is 33 pounds of feces per<br />

day being deposited in the water, on our yards, docks, bulkheads, driveways<br />

and rooftops. The concentration can result in degradation of the quality of<br />

water and increase in algae growth, which is something our HOA dues is<br />

paying to prevent. Additionally, the feces can increase the concentration of<br />

e-coli in the water. While swimming in our waterways is prohibited, many<br />

of us enjoy canoeing and kayaking and contact with e-coli contaminated<br />

water can result in personal illness. Bird feces in general can result in many<br />

illnesses including salmonella, giardia and general bacterial infection causing<br />

gastrointestinal illnesses. You, your children or pet walking outside in areas<br />

contaminated by duck feces can actually track it inside your home to your<br />

carpet or flooring. There is also anecdotal information that the droppings<br />

are highly corrosive and can damage or cause deterioration to any building<br />

material including shingles and wood. They may also carry mites and a<br />

“bedbug” type insect that can invade our outdoor furniture cushions.<br />

Cleaning up after the ducks that have left unsightly messes on docks<br />

and bulkheads is a necessity to keep our community clean and pleasant<br />

appearing. However the CDC has strict guidelines for how to safely clean<br />

bird feces, which involves wearing protective clothing, a mask and even a<br />

respirator when there is a large concentration of droppings. Spores from the<br />

feces that can be infected with histoplasmosis can travel for long distances<br />

and when inhaled, can cause a serious respiratory fungal infection. Those<br />

most susceptible include infants and children, people with compromised<br />

immune systems such as those undergoing chemotherapy, those with<br />

asthma or respiratory diseases and the elderly.<br />

Jim Steinbaugh, the Special Agent with the US Fish and Wildlife Department<br />

says that the most effective deterrent to nuisance ducks is to STOP<br />

FEEDING them. They will eventually move on to natural food sources. It is<br />

illegal to feed them in common areas and common waterways. Deterrents<br />

include loud noises, mylar balloons, decoys of predators such as hawks and<br />

coyotes and squirting them with a water hose. There are also spike strips<br />

that can be placed along the bulkhead and dock but are costly and they<br />

can easily fly over them. Consistency is the key as well as daily relocation<br />

of visual deterrents. And in some cases, the roosting takes place over night<br />

in which case most of us are asleep. But he also states that once the ducks<br />

become accustomed to your deterrents they will return. It appears that<br />

resident feeding usually takes place just before dark and early am, so the<br />

ducks are waiting at surrounding docks and bulkheads. This would be the<br />

prime time to use your deterrents. In special cases where duck populations<br />

are determined to be a health hazard by agents such as Mr. Steinbaugh,<br />

there are some provisions for eliminating some of the ducks, by permit only.<br />

We are very hopeful that would never have to happen.<br />

4 <strong>April</strong> <strong>2016</strong><br />

<strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong>


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We live too close together to not be mindful of actions on our own property that<br />

impact others. Please do your part by not feeding the ducks… it’s harmful to<br />

people, pets and ducks, its unsightly and can cause damage to our property.<br />

Let’s keep <strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong> a place where we can live peacefully and safely.<br />

References:<br />

www.cdc.gov/niosh/nas/RDRP/appendices/chapter6/a6-133.pdf<br />

http://wildlifecenter.org/sites/default/files/Consequences-of-feeding-wildducks-in-public-parks.pdf<br />

www.liveducks.com/duckbread.html<br />

www.fws.gov/midwest/feedingwaterfowl.htm<br />

PRECINCT 4 VACATION WATCH<br />

If you are going to be out of town, for the weekend or longer, complete the<br />

following form and let Precinct 4 know you’ll be gone. They will make a<br />

special point of watching your home for you. www.cd4.hctx.net/online_forms.<br />

php?formID=vacation.<br />

STREETLIGHT OUTAGE<br />

Neighborhood streetlights are one way to help curb crime. If<br />

you see a streetlight that is out, get the six (6) digit number<br />

located on the base of the light pole and an approximate<br />

address/location of the outage. Go to www.centerpointenergy.<br />

com/outage to fill in the required information. You can also<br />

call 713-207-2222. Most repairs take 1-2 days. There are no<br />

inspections for streetlights conducted by the HOA, specific<br />

residents or Centerpoint, so it’s important that all residents<br />

participate in reporting these outages.<br />

<strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong><br />

PREVENTING<br />

ROACHES FROM<br />

ENTERING YOUR HOME<br />

By <strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong>’s Landscape Committee<br />

At various times of the year we find roaches<br />

invading our homes. There are some<br />

preventative measures that we are able to take<br />

in our yard to help minimize this. American<br />

cockroaches prefer warm, damp areas like<br />

flowerbeds, under mulch and piles of leaves. They prefer to consume<br />

decaying matter. Taking time to remove fallen tree leaves as well as pulling<br />

back mulch away from the foundation of your home will help keep them away<br />

from the inside of your home. Also, check your door weather stripping. If<br />

damaged, they may enter through the tiny gaps. If you wish to implement<br />

outdoor roach bait, consider doing it away from your home. Taking a few<br />

minutes to implement these measures may help reduce those pesky critters.<br />

SYDNEY HARBOUR<br />

<strong>2016</strong> COMMUNITY EVENTS<br />

Mark your calendars for the following events to be held for <strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong><br />

residents in <strong>2016</strong>!! Watch your emails and our Facebook page for more details.<br />

Spring Garage Sale<br />

Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 2 nd 8 AM-12 Noon<br />

1950’s Sock Hop (Adults Only)<br />

Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 16 th (Details to be announced)<br />

Pool Opening/Ice Cream Social<br />

Saturday, May 21 st 1 PM-3 PM<br />

Western Night (Adults Only)<br />

Saturday, September 24 th (Details to be announced)<br />

<strong>April</strong> <strong>2016</strong> 5


COBALT CUSTOM POOLS, LLC<br />

832-758-0331<br />

www.cobaltcustompools.com<br />

• Custom Pools/Spas<br />

• Service/Repairs/Remodels<br />

• Monthly Pool Service<br />

• Landscape Lighting<br />

• Mosquito Misting Systems<br />

• Firepits/Outdoor Kitchens<br />

• Arbors/Covered Patios<br />

• Fully Insured<br />

Call us for a<br />

FREE Consultation!<br />

National Night Out<br />

Tuesday, October 4 th 7 PM-9 PM<br />

Fall Garage Sale<br />

Saturday, October 22 nd 8 AM-12 Noon<br />

UNCLE SARGE’S STONEWORKS<br />

Services Include:<br />

• Outdoor Kitchens<br />

• Custom Fire Pits<br />

• Water Features<br />

• Custom Fireplaces and Mantels<br />

• Outdoor Entertainment Area<br />

• Retaining Walls<br />

• Custom Concrete Counter Tops<br />

• Benches<br />

Styles Include:<br />

• Rock Designs<br />

• Tree Stump Designs<br />

• Stack Stone Designs<br />

• Custom Hand Carved Designs<br />

Contact Justin at<br />

832-244-7119 or 281-224-7817<br />

http://www.unclesarges-stoneworks.com<br />

• In severe drought, water every 5 th day.<br />

• Water from 5 AM to 7 AM in the morning - NOT AT NIGHT.<br />

• A heavy deep weekly watering makes the turf grow deeper, stronger and<br />

more drought resistant roots.<br />

• Less watering also saves you money!!<br />

Cookies with Santa<br />

Sunday, December 4 th 2 PM- 4 PM<br />

GARDENING TIPS FOR APRIL<br />

Mulch - If possible, buy Bagged Mulch. Bagging helps eliminate a great<br />

many pests that die from various causes while in the bag. When you buy<br />

‘loose’ mulch that is trucked to your home, you are also buying ants, roaches,<br />

termites, etc… Spend a little more on bagged material and save lots of<br />

future pest problems. Keep your mulch at least 4” - 6” below the top of your<br />

homes exposed foundation edge/side. This will aid in minimizing pests in<br />

your home and allow for quick and accurate termite inspections.<br />

Shrubs, Flowers and groundcovers - Trim all shrubs/plants at least 12”<br />

- 18” back from your home. Do your best to create a plant free zone that is<br />

18” - 24” wide around your home. The exception is your lawn - it can grow up<br />

next to the slab as long as you keep it 4” - 6” below the top of the slab. The<br />

most conducive to termite infestation are groundcover plantings, growing<br />

high against your homes exterior or (especially) ivy that grows on your walls.<br />

Trees - Spray your trees at least twice annually. The spring spray eliminates<br />

overwintering pests and fungi while preparing trees to resist the pest<br />

onslaught of summer with residual pesticides. The fall spray also kills pests<br />

from the summer, prevents most fungi from occurring over the winter and<br />

puts your valuable asset off to a healthy winter’s dormancy.<br />

Lawn - Spring is the perfect time to do a fungicide treatment to stop brown<br />

patch in its tracks along with other fungi. If your lawn is thin and weak in<br />

some areas, here are some important fundamentals: a) lawn aeration b)<br />

fertilization c) weed control.<br />

Most important is proper watering:<br />

• Water once per week (unless you get a 1/2” rain or more - then do not<br />

water.)<br />

• Water heavily (1” - 2”) for total lawn coverage.<br />

TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS<br />

If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job<br />

seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www.krenekprinting.<br />

com, click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with your name, birthdate<br />

(mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate and the name of your<br />

newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on your form. Please<br />

make sure your email is correct, we send emails in the summer to make sure<br />

all the info is still good and that you want to stay on the list. If we do not hear<br />

back from you after 3 tries, we will remove you from the list until we do. Must<br />

have parent(s) permission.<br />

Caramel Popcorn<br />

with Marshmallow<br />

You could make this on National Caramel Popcorn Day <strong>April</strong> 6 th !<br />

INGREDIENTS:<br />

23 large marshmallows<br />

2 cups brown sugar<br />

1/4 cup light corn syrup (such as Karo®)<br />

1 cup butter<br />

1 teaspoon vanilla extract<br />

2 (3.5 ounce) packages microwave popcorn, popped<br />

DIRECTIONS:<br />

Cook and stir the marshmallows, brown sugar, corn syrup, butter<br />

and vanilla extract together in a pot over medium-low heat until the<br />

marshmallows are completely melted, 5 to 7 minutes.<br />

Put the popcorn in a large bowl; pour the marshmallow mixture over the<br />

popcorn and gently stir with a big spoon to coat.<br />

http://allrecipes.com<br />

6 <strong>April</strong> <strong>2016</strong><br />

<strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong>


The Cypress Neighborhood Storage Place!<br />

We put the SMILE back into STORING!<br />

Pay 1 Month’s Rent<br />

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COVERED BOAT & RV<br />

SPACES AVAILABLE!<br />

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<strong>April</strong> 8 th - Secondary Schools 5 th grading period ends<br />

<strong>April</strong> 11 th - Secondary Schools 6 th grading period begins<br />

TECHNOLOGY FESTIVAL <strong>2016</strong><br />

Join us for the Cypress-Fairbanks ISD Technology Festival on<br />

Thursday, <strong>April</strong> 7 th from 5:30-7:30 PM at the Berry Center to see<br />

our students in action as they demonstrate their 21 st century talents<br />

and skills using the latest technology tools. Students in grades Pre-K<br />

through 12 will showcase problem-solving and creativity in industrial<br />

technology, graphic arts, video, web 2.0, tablet technologies, web<br />

technologies, Google EDU and much more. This event is open to the<br />

CFISD community. The event is Free! For more information, visit www.<br />

cfisd.net or call 281-897-3802.<br />

HOLA DANCE<br />

The CFISD Latin Dance Competition this year is at the Berry Center<br />

on Friday, <strong>April</strong> 8 th starting at 7 PM, doors opening a 6:30 PM. The<br />

tickets are Free! For more information, visit www.cfisd.net or call 281-<br />

897-3802.<br />

YMPA/YLPA STEP UP<br />

The CFISD STEP Competition this year is at the Berry Center on<br />

Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 9 th starting at 6 PM, doors opening at 5:15 PM. The<br />

tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at door. For more information, visit<br />

www.cfisd.net or call 281-894-3900.<br />

SALUTE TO OUR HEROES GALA<br />

On February 13, <strong>2016</strong>, the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation (CFEF) held its 8 th<br />

Annual Salute to Our Heroes Gala at the Omni Hotel Houston Westside raising<br />

over $100,000 to benefit graduating seniors from the Cypress Fairbanks ISD.<br />

Cypress Woods High School AFJROTC was chosen to Present the Colors and<br />

the Missing Man Table and Honors Ceremony. Tina Clinkenbeard, CFISD Teacher,<br />

sang the National Anthem. State Representative Allen Fletcher gave the invocation<br />

and Senior Ryan Lancaster, from Cy-Fair High School, played TAPS.<br />

Kevin “Dauber” Lacz, former Navy SEAL sniper and combat medic was our guest<br />

speaker for the evening. Lacz spoke from the heart about his experiences as a<br />

Navy SEAL and the impact his service in the military had on his life. As a Certified<br />

Physician Assistant, Lacz uses his past experiences to facilitate his work in<br />

medicine and charity and actively seeks to support service members and veterans<br />

in his community. Lacz inspired us all with his motivational story, winning attitude<br />

and continued commitment to service.<br />

Joe Myers Ford Lincoln generously underwrote this year’s Salute to Our Heroes<br />

Gala and we are grateful that they have agreed to underwrite this event in 2017.<br />

Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital and North Cypress Medical Center<br />

were Major General Sponsors this year. Salute to Our Heroes has raised more<br />

than half a million dollars over the past eight years, funding several endowed<br />

scholarships for students graduating from the Cypress Fairbanks ISD.<br />

CFEF was established in 1970 as a non-profit to raise money to fund a scholarship<br />

for high school graduates in the area. Over the past 46 years, the Foundation<br />

has grown tremendously through the efforts of the Board of Trustees and the<br />

generosity of the Cy-Fair Community. The Foundation has awarded more than $6<br />

million in scholarships to 1,300 graduating seniors. CFEF is a 501(c)3 non-profit<br />

organization, all contributions are tax deductible, as allowed by the law. For more<br />

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Garage Sales<br />

DEERFIELD VILLAGE ANNUAL<br />

GARAGE SALE<br />

Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 9, <strong>2016</strong>, 7 AM-1 PM<br />

Held at each resident’s house. Deerfield Village is off<br />

of Clay Road and Barker Cypress<br />

VILLAGES OF BEAR CREEK<br />

COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE<br />

Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 9 th , 8 AM to 1 PM<br />

Rain date will be the following Saturday.<br />

EASTON COMMONS COMMUNITY<br />

GARAGE SALE<br />

Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 9 th , 7 AM to 3 PM<br />

ABERDEEN GREEN NEIGHBORHOOD<br />

SPRING GARAGE SALE<br />

Come shop for treasures throughout the neighborhood on <strong>April</strong> 9 th , 7 AM until 2<br />

PM, as Aberdeen Green residents have their Semi-annual Community Garage<br />

Sale! Aberdeen Green is located on Telge Road at West Road, south of Hwy. 290.<br />

MIDDLEGATE VILLAGE<br />

COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE<br />

Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 16 th , 7 AM to 3 PM<br />

The rain date is scheduled for the following Saturday but only if there is<br />

heavy rain. Middlegate Village is located off of Hwy. 6 N.<br />

COPPERFIELD PLACE VILLAGE GARAGE SALE<br />

<strong>April</strong> 16 th , 7 AM to 4 PM<br />

SOUTHCREEK VILLAGE GARAGE SALE<br />

<strong>April</strong> 16 th , 7 AM to 2 PM<br />

Rainout date <strong>April</strong> 23 rd .<br />

COPPER GROVE GARAGE SALE<br />

<strong>April</strong> 16, <strong>2016</strong>, 7 AM until Noon<br />

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COPPER VILLAGE COMMUNITY-WIDE<br />

GARAGE SALE<br />

Saturday <strong>April</strong> 16 th , 7 AM to noon<br />

STRATHMORE COMMUNITY<br />

GARAGE SALE<br />

Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 16 th , 8 am-3 pm - 529/Greenhouse area.<br />

BRIDGELAND COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE<br />

Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 23 rd<br />

Held from 8 AM-12 noon at Festival Park. Bridgeland is off Fry Road across<br />

from Cypress Ranch High School.<br />

YORKTOWN COLONY GARAGE SALE<br />

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LAKES OF PINE FOREST<br />

COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE<br />

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12 PM). We are located between Clay Rd./Keith Harrow at Windsong Trail<br />

and Queenston Rd. entrances. Bring the family for some great bargains!<br />

LCHS MARCHING BAND GARAGE SALE<br />

The Langham Creek Marching Band Annual Garage Sale Extravaganza will<br />

be held on Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 23 rd at 7:30 AM at the Family of Faith Church on<br />

FM 529. All proceeds will go to the LCHS Lobo Band. Mark your calendars,<br />

there’s going to be something for everyone!<br />

WHEATSTONE VILLAGE<br />

COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE<br />

Mark your calendars for Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 23 rd . The residents of Coppercreek<br />

I, Coppercreek II, Cloverfield and Copperstone are having a garage sale from<br />

the hours of 8 AM until 1 PM. Wheatstone is located on Longenbaugh between<br />

Highway 6 and Barker Cypress. Last year, over 50 homes participated.<br />

CYPRESS FAMILY FELLOWSHIP<br />

Garage Sale - Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 30 th , 7 AM-1 PM<br />

Come shop for a huge variety of great items at reasonable prices from<br />

many different families. Clothes in all sizes, toys, housewares and much,<br />

much more! This sale will benefit the ongoing work in Allende, N.L. Mexico<br />

where Cypress Family Fellowship sends work teams and VBS teams several<br />

times a year to minister alongside Mexico Missions Ministry, who have been<br />

missionaries in Mexico for over 40 years. The church is located at 17330<br />

West Little York Rd. between Queenston & Barker Cypress.<br />

SPRING SHEFFIELD<br />

NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE<br />

Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 30 th<br />

VILLAGE AT LAKEPOINTE<br />

SPRING GARAGE SALE<br />

Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 30 th , 8 AM-12 noon<br />

CYPRESS MILLS COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE<br />

May 14 th<br />

WESTMINSTER VILLAGE<br />

COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE<br />

May 21 ST , 8 AM-12 Noon<br />

WESTGATE SPRING<br />

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May 21, <strong>2016</strong><br />

Craft Shows<br />

& Festivals<br />

CYPRESS SPRINGS FFA<br />

SPRING CRAFT SHOW<br />

Howdy! Calling all vendors! The Cypress Springs FFA Spring Craft Show<br />

will be held on Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 9, <strong>2016</strong> between 9 AM - 5 PM & Sunday,<br />

<strong>April</strong> 10, <strong>2016</strong> between 10 AM - 4 PM. All proceeds will benefit the Cypress<br />

Springs FFA students in attending state convention, competitions and<br />

creating scholarships for graduating seniors. The event is held at the CFISD<br />

Exhibit Center at 11206 Telge Road Cypress, Texas 77429, ¼ mile North<br />

of Hwy 290. For additional information, please visit www.cypresssprngs.<br />

ffanow.org or contact Lisa Rocha by phone at 832-692-6004 or email at<br />

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KIRK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL<br />

<strong>2016</strong> ANNUAL SPRING FESTIVAL<br />

Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 9, <strong>2016</strong>, 3 PM to 7 PM<br />

Located at 12421 Tanner Road. We would like to invite all of our friends &<br />

neighbors to come join us for some fun and help raise money for a terrific cause!<br />

Top 5 reasons to come to the Annual Spring Festival…<br />

1. Food, drinks & sweets<br />

2. Games, rides & raffle baskets<br />

3. Face painting, balloon artist & live DJ<br />

4. Performances from some of the Cy-Falls High School Drill Team, Cy-<br />

Ridge High School StarGazzer & Kirk Elementary Choir<br />

5. Hang with your family & friends!<br />

MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH<br />

BUTTERFLY FAMILY FESTIVAL<br />

Sunday, <strong>April</strong> 24, <strong>2016</strong>, 12-3 PM<br />

Come see a live butterfly release! Enjoy a FREE Petting Zoo, D.J. and Children’s<br />

Activities. Messiah Lutheran Church is hosting its annual Butterfly Family Festival<br />

on Sunday, <strong>April</strong> 24 th , 12-3 PM at 11522 Telge Road in Cypress. The event will<br />

also include a barbecue lunch, a silent auction, a raffle, games and activities for<br />

all ages. Raffle items include a large Tundra 75 Yeti Cooler and a Weber Q2200<br />

Propane Grill in red and other great items. The silent auction includes great<br />

items, large and small. There will be lots of free activities for the little ones. The<br />

day’s events will benefit Chrysalis, A Grace Place for Children, scholarships and<br />

playground improvements. Chrysalis features a Christian preschool, after school<br />

and summer camp programs. Chrysalis Christian Preschool admits students of<br />

any race, color and national or ethnic origin. Bring the whole family to see the<br />

butterfly release, eat some great food and have some fun! Call 281-807-0764 or<br />

go to www.messiahlc.org/events for further information.<br />

SAINT ELIZABETH ANN SETON<br />

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SPRING FESTIVAL<br />

APRIL 30 TH , 5-10 PM, MAY 1 ST , 11 AM-5 PM<br />

Come enjoy 15 food booths, including Crawfish, BBQ and international foods,<br />

bingo, amusements, kids games, silent auction craft booths. Admission is<br />

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in playing games, participating in activities, enjoying rides; cook teams<br />

barbecuing; volunteers serving festival goers; clowns and mascots roaming<br />

the grounds at 18806 Roberts Rd. Hockley, TX 77477.<br />

• Activities/games and food booths from 11 AM-4 PM<br />

• Music Festival, featuring Switchfoot, 11 AM-8 PM<br />

• Food trucks arrive at 4 PM<br />

$20+fees Adults Ages 13 and up; $25+fees At the Gate<br />

$10+fees Children Ages 6-12; $15+fees At the Gate<br />

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Walks/Runs<br />

SHIELD BEARER 5K FUN RUN/WALK<br />

<strong>April</strong> 9, <strong>2016</strong><br />

7 AM: Check In<br />

8 AM: 5K Fun Run<br />

9:30 AM: 1 Mile Walk<br />

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DAISY DASH 5K FUN RUN<br />

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The Daisy Dash 5K Fun Run and Kids 1 Mile Run will be held Saturday,<br />

<strong>April</strong> 23, <strong>2016</strong>, at the Jersey Village Park Pavilion in Jersey Village, Texas.<br />

The route will start at the park and meander around the lovely neighborhoods<br />

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each age group as well as to the top overall finishers. The Kids 1 Mile Run<br />

will start at 9:30 AM.<br />

The Daisy Dash 5K Fun Run is hosted and sponsored by Chapter FD, Houston,<br />

TX of the P.E.O. Sisterhood. P.E.O. is a Philanthropic Educational Organization<br />

that celebrates and supports the education and advancement of women.<br />

The event is open for both male and female runners of all ages and running<br />

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mile Fun Run will get a finishers medal. The entry fee for the 5K is $35 and<br />

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Golf Tournaments<br />

28 TH ANNUAL B. F. ADAM GOLF CLASSIC<br />

On May 12, <strong>2016</strong>, the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation (CFEF) will hold<br />

its 28 th Annual B. F. Adam Golf Classic at Blackhorse Golf Club. Cypress<br />

Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital has been generously underwriting this<br />

golf tournament since 2010. Returning as Platinum Sponsors, for 10 years or<br />

more, are Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson and IBI Group.<br />

The B.F. Adam Golf Classic is a prime example of our trustees and business<br />

partners in our community working together to raise scholarship funds<br />

for students of Cy-Fair ISD. To date, this tournament has successfully<br />

raised over 2.6 million dollars. CFEF is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization,<br />

all contributions are tax deductible, as allowed by the law. Sponsorships<br />

available. For more information please contact marie@thecfef.org or visit<br />

our website at www.TheCFEF.org.<br />

Fundraisers<br />

BBCSO, INC (501C3)<br />

SIXTH ANNUAL CHARITY GALA<br />

Presenting... “MAKING MAGIC in MANGO” on <strong>April</strong> 2, <strong>2016</strong> at 7 PM, located<br />

at Faith West Academy. Benefitting FOCA-Faces of Child Abuse. For more<br />

info, contact Angeline at 832-671-2411 or www.BayouBelles.org.<br />

5 TH ANNUAL WINE FAIR CY-FAIR,<br />

APRIL 22-23, <strong>2016</strong><br />

Friday, <strong>April</strong> 22 nd , 7-10 PM – “One Final Affair” Elegant Event<br />

Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 23 rd , 5:30-8:30 PM<br />

Cypress village station - Benefitting Reach Unlimited<br />

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Vacation Bible School<br />

SAINT AIDAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH VBS<br />

Saint Aidan’s Episcopal Church VBS registration opened March 1 st . Join<br />

us for an over the top, underground adventure July 11 th -15 th ! This year’s<br />

theme is Cave Quest. Our VBS is completely Gluten, nut and dairy free.<br />

$30. Register between March 1 st and June 30 th at aidanschurch.org. If you<br />

have any questions, please contact Taylor at taylor@aidanschurch.org. Saint<br />

Aidan’s Episcopal is located at 13131 Fry Road, just south of Hwy 290.<br />

12 <strong>April</strong> <strong>2016</strong><br />

<strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong>


Summer Camps<br />

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Camp Cornerstone is a week-long camp facilitated by<br />

Cornerstone United Methodist Preschool and is for children<br />

ages 2 through the completion of 4 th grade. Children must be<br />

2 by June 1, <strong>2016</strong>. Camp hours are 9:30 AM-1 PM. There<br />

are 3 sessions throughout the summer and you are invited to<br />

participate in any or all!<br />

Session I: The American Spirit is June 13 th -17 th<br />

Session II: Princesses and Pirates is July 11 th -15 th<br />

Session III: Under the Sea is August 1 st -5 th<br />

The cost per camp per child is $120. You may pay $60 now and<br />

the remaining $60 on the first day of camp. Registration forms<br />

are online or in the preschool office. To download a form from<br />

the Cornerstone website, go to www.cornerstoneumc.org and<br />

click on “preschool.” You will see a tab for Camp Cornerstone.<br />

You can print the form and have it filled out before you arrive,<br />

saving yourself time!<br />

Before each camp session begins, you will hear from your<br />

child’s teacher so you can learn more about the camp and she<br />

will answer any questions you may have. Each day your child<br />

will bring a backpack and a lunch. Registration will continue<br />

through May 6, <strong>2016</strong>. Please call the preschool office at 281-<br />

859-1612 if you have any questions. The preschool office<br />

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Blood Drives/Immunizations<br />

ST. CUTHBERT EPISCOPAL CHURCH<br />

BLOOD DRIVE<br />

St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church will be hosting a Blood Drive on Sunday, <strong>April</strong> 10 th ,<br />

beginning ay 8:30 AM. A mobile unit will be in the parking lot until 12:30 PM. To donate,<br />

you must be a least 17 years of age, at least 110 lbs. and in good general health. Save a<br />

life - donate blood. St. Cuthbert is located at 17020 West Road (at Queenston). For more<br />

information, visit us at www.st.cuthbert.org.<br />

Theater, Arts & Music<br />

HOUSTON REPERTOIRE BALLET<br />

Houston Repertoire Ballet (HRB), Houston’s premier pre-professional ballet company<br />

continues to celebrate its 20 th anniversary season with the Spring Celebration of Dance,<br />

featuring professional guest artists Elizabeth Keller, HRB alumni, as Giselle and Andrew<br />

Taft, Idaho Ballet, as Albrecht. Performances will be held on Saturday and Sunday, <strong>April</strong><br />

23 rd and 24 th at 2 PM at the Tomball High School Theatre, 30330 Quinn Road, Tomball,<br />

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Tickets are $12 for students/seniors and $15 for adults.<br />

HOUSTON FAMILY ARTS CENTER<br />

Entering its 10 th mainstage season, HFAC orchestrated a line-up of all-encompassing<br />

shows that highlight the theatre’s award-winning musical expertise, all while enveloping<br />

theatre experiences full of odd, zany, mystical and dramatic turmoil audiences love. The<br />

first half of the season as follows:<br />

• Damn Yankees runs <strong>April</strong> 22-May 15, <strong>2016</strong>.<br />

• Amadeus runs June 3-26, <strong>2016</strong>.<br />

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CALVARY COMMUNITY CHURCH<br />

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to better love and connect with foster/adoptive children. This conference is<br />

not only for parents, teachers and workers of these children but it will benefit<br />

the community as a whole. Go to our website www.calvaryhouston.com and<br />

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8 TH ANNUAL CY-FAIR WOMEN’S EXPO<br />

THURSDAY, APRIL 28, <strong>2016</strong>, 11 AM-4 PM<br />

The Cy-Fair Express Network (CYFEN) will host the 8 th Annual Cy-Fair<br />

Women’s EXPO at Sterling Country Club at Houston National. We are so<br />

excited to share some of the exciting plans we have for our annual expo.<br />

Besides giving vendors a place to showcase their products and services, the<br />

goal for our expo year is to get the community more involved and show the<br />

Cy-Fair area what ABWA and CYFEN is all about. One of the ways we are<br />

doing this is to have dynamic round table discussions focusing on health and<br />

wellness, communication, relationships and personal finance.<br />

Our Keynote speaker will be ACTION 13 CONSUMER Reporter Patricia<br />

Lopez who focuses on saving you money through her daily “Stretch Your<br />

Dollar” segments on ABC13. You can join Patricia’s presentation at 12 Noon.<br />

Vendor registration is now open. We only take 2 business types per category<br />

and NO two businesses can be exactly the same. We only have 50 vendor<br />

tables available so reserve your spot now! There are also a very limited<br />

number of sponsorship opportunities still available. For more information<br />

about the Expo or about CYFEN, please go to CYFEN.org or email<br />

expovendor@cyfen.org.<br />

CERT - COMMUNITY EMERGENCY<br />

RESPONSE TEAM TRAINING<br />

Are You Prepared? This free emergency response training will again be<br />

offered at Cy-Fair VFD Station 98 located at 11631 Yearling Drive (off West<br />

Rd), Houston, Texas, 77065, through May 17 th . It is a weekly course, every<br />

Tuesday from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. There is NO cost to you! A training<br />

manual and starter backpack of supplies is also provided. At completion you<br />

will receive an ID badge and certificate. Classes will cover:<br />

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• Small Fire Suppression<br />

• Basic First Aid and Triage<br />

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• Light Search and Rescue<br />

• Disaster Psychology<br />

•Terrorism Awareness with the final class ending in a Disaster Simulation<br />

Drill.<br />

CERT training is designed to prepare you to help yourself, your family<br />

and your neighbors in the event of an emergency or disaster. For more<br />

information, see www.harriscountycitizencorps.com. To sign up for class go<br />

to www.cyfaircert.org and click on Training. For questions, email training@<br />

cyfaircert.org. Don’t Be Scared, Be Prepared!<br />

NATURE PROGRAMS FOR<br />

PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN<br />

The Titmouse Club is a nature program for children ages 2 ½ to 5 sponsored<br />

by the Houston Audubon Docent Guild. The program is offered every<br />

Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10 to 11 AM, from mid-September until<br />

mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Boulevard.<br />

Each week features a different nature theme and may include nature talks,<br />

stories, hands-on activities and walks in the woods. For more information,<br />

go to www.houstonaudubon.org and look under Audubon Docents. The cost<br />

is $5 per child per session or a 5-session card can be purchased for $20.<br />

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<strong>April</strong> 12 th & 13 th : Butterflies<br />

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<strong>April</strong> 26 th & 27 th : Turtles<br />

SATURDAYS IN NATURE<br />

This program is held on the second Saturday of each month at the Edith<br />

L. Moore Nature Sanctuary. Arrive anytime between 9 and 11:30 AM. The<br />

program ends at 12 noon. A guided nature walk will begin at 10 AM. No<br />

reservations required. Donations are encouraged. This is a “whole family”<br />

program; parents or other adult guardians should participate with their<br />

children. Upcoming programs include <strong>April</strong> 9 th : Bird Walk: Craft: Flying Birds.<br />

NATURE EXPLORERS CLUB<br />

Designed for school-age children (ages 6-10, K-5th) who are interested in<br />

investigating the natural world. Fee/reservations are required. Reserve at<br />

www.houstonaudubon.org. For more information contact Bethany Foshee,<br />

Docent Programs Coordinator, bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org or 713-464-<br />

4900. Hope you can join us for the fun! Topics for the spring include:<br />

<strong>April</strong> 21 st : Wild about Wildflowers<br />

Please park in the Memorial Drive United Methodist Church west parking lot<br />

at 12955 Memorial Drive and enter the nature sanctuary through the marked<br />

gate. Proceed down the path to the log cabin.<br />

WWII AIRCRAFT FLY-IN<br />

AND OPEN HOUSE<br />

Saturday and Sunday, <strong>April</strong> 16 th & 17 th , 10 AM to 5 PM, those big,<br />

old airplanes with the mighty round engines will be flying again as the<br />

Commemorative Air Force’s Houston Wing presents its <strong>2016</strong> Open House<br />

at Hangar B-5, West Houston Airport. Bring the family and get up close and<br />

feel the prop wash and hear the noise as radial engines power these WWII<br />

aircraft. See some of the old planes your father, grandfather or grandmother<br />

learned to fly for World War II. We expect to have 15 - 20 historic aircraft on<br />

display along with several WWII military vehicles.<br />

Admission is $10 per car. The West Houston Airport is located at 18000<br />

Groschke Rd., 2 miles north of 1-10 and between Hwy. 6 and Barker Cypress.<br />

Warbird rides may be available. Check our website www.houstonwing.org for<br />

ride prices.<br />

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YOGA FOR THE BIRDS<br />

A 1-hour yoga class suitable for all levels of experience is being offered at the<br />

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary. The class is taught by Shamron Johnson,<br />

a professional yoga instructor from Suntouch Yoga in Houston. The class will<br />

be held outdoors if the weather permits or if not, it will be inside the beautiful<br />

log cabin. Bring your own yoga mat, water and sunscreen if needed. Please<br />

donate $10 per class by cash or check to the nonprofit Houston Audubon<br />

Society to benefit bird conservation. Parking available at 440 Wilchester or<br />

in the Memorial Drive Methodist Church west parking lot at 12955 Memorial<br />

(enter the nature sanctuary through the marked gate and proceed down the<br />

path to the log cabin). For more information, go to www.houstonaudubon.org.<br />

Sports<br />

TRACK HOUSTON REGISTRATION IS OPEN!<br />

Track Houston is the nation’s largest and most successful youth track and<br />

field organization. Our goal is to assist interested boys and girls ages 6 to18<br />

years old in improving their physical fitness, mental stamina and teamwork<br />

skills through organized track and field competition. We have 7 practice<br />

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The Northwest Flyers Track Club is now registering all middle and high school<br />

athletes who wish to join for the <strong>2016</strong> season. The team is in its 29 th year<br />

and is a member of USA Track & Field. A full program of “track” events such<br />

as sprints, hurdles, middle distance, distance and relays and “field” events<br />

such as long jump, triple jump, high jump, pole vault, discus, shot put and<br />

javelin is offered. It is an excellent “off-season” program for young athletes<br />

who currently compete on their middle school or high school track teams. An<br />

orientation session for school athletes will be held during the spring. Go to<br />

www.northwestflyers.org for details and to register for the team online. Email<br />

linette.roach@sbcglobal.net for more information.<br />

FUN FAIR POSITIVE SOCCER<br />

Fun-Fair-Positive Soccer (FFPS) early sign up for the Spring <strong>2016</strong> Season<br />

is underway. Sign up early to save up to $20. FFPS is for girls & boys,<br />

ages 4-18. All eight games are on Saturdays and begin <strong>April</strong> 9 th . Teams<br />

practice once per week normally in the evening. FFPS provides a very nice<br />

full uniform (shirt, shorts, socks) and a very nice trophy to all players. FFPS<br />

features equal playing time and play every position each game, balanced<br />

teams, no tryouts and only positive coaching allowed. All games are played<br />

locally. No travel. FFPS has 22 convenient locations in the Houston area. To<br />

find a location nearest you or to sign up or for questions go to www.FFPS.org<br />

or call 800-828-PLAY (7529).<br />

LADIES GOLF<br />

A new ladies golf group is now forming at Cypress Lakes Golf Club. No<br />

handicaps required. This will be a casual ladies golf outing to improve your<br />

game and make some new friends. Play will be on Thursday mornings at<br />

9. For information please email ladiesgolf4fun@gmail.com or call Cypress<br />

Lakes Golf Club at 281-304-8515.<br />

NETBALL CLUBS<br />

Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men and youth to join in, play and<br />

learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British School of Houston. We are also<br />

looking for interested players, adults and youth to play in a new Katy Netball<br />

club. No experience necessary. For more information, go to our facebook<br />

page, Houston Shooting Stars Netball Club or www.netballamerica.com or<br />

contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for further information.<br />

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Take care of yourself and<br />

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*3D Mammograms Available<br />

Call 281-897-3121 to schedule your appointment<br />

at one of our 4 convenient locations:<br />

*Women’s Imaging Center at Cy-Fair Hospital<br />

11307 FM 1960, Suite 340 (FM 1960 Near Jones Road)<br />

*Women’s Imaging Center at Spring Cypress & Grant<br />

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These locations offer 3D mammography (tomosynthesis), an FDA<br />

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CY-FAIR SPORTS<br />

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Cy-Fair Sports Association is having registration<br />

for baseball, football, cheerleading and soccer.<br />

Please see our website for more information<br />

www.cy-fairsports.org.<br />

WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE<br />

Westside Golf League is actively encouraging<br />

new members. We invite you to join us every<br />

Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club.<br />

Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to<br />

meet new friends and have fun while improving<br />

golfing skills. For more information, contact<br />

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CYPRESS<br />

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Cypress Running Club is based in Coles<br />

Crossing, just north of 290 off of Barker Cypress.<br />

We welcome runners of all abilities. We offer<br />

a Couch-to-5k training plan for those new to<br />

running, as well as training plans for half and full<br />

marathons. Come meet lots of other Cypress<br />

residents and find some new running buddies.<br />

Distance runs are on Saturday mornings and<br />

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Volunteer<br />

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CYPRESS ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES<br />

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When you volunteer you are giving to your community, but did you realize volunteering also benefits you<br />

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and the fulfillment they receive from helping others.<br />

The services provided at CAM, are made possible by many dedicated volunteers. If you enjoy working<br />

with the public, decorating or merchandising, then serving in CAM’s resale shop, Angels’ Attic, is the place<br />

for you. Our busy community donation area, the Cellar, is looking for people willing to serve by processing<br />

donations and restocking Angels’ Attic. Please plan to attend a volunteer tour and orientation by calling<br />

Tara Rauch 281-955-7683 or email at tarar@cypressassistance.org.<br />

For a description of the services provided at Cypress Assistance Ministries, Food Pantry requests and<br />

a detailed description of volunteer opportunities, please see our web site, www.cypressassistance.org.<br />

TEXAS WILDLIFE REHABILITATION COALITION, INC.<br />

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR WILDLIFE ADVOCATES<br />

Enjoy a rewarding volunteer experience with wildlife. Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Coalition, Inc. is a<br />

non-profit organization, which serves as an emergency care and rehabilitation facility for orphaned, ill<br />

and injured native Texas wildlife. Volunteers are welcome in the areas of assisting in the daily functions<br />

of the center, assisting with public education programs and wildlife rehabilitation. Located at 10801<br />

Hammerly, Suite 200, the facility is open seven days a week to help wildlife in need. TWRC has a mentor<br />

program in place to assist volunteers with “hands on” training for those interested in becoming permitted<br />

rehabilitators. We invite you to join our organization in saving Texas wildlife – one animal at a time. Call<br />

the center at 713-468-8972 x158 for more information or visit us at www.twrc-houston.org.<br />

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Houston Area Project Linus, a nonprofit organization that provides new,<br />

handmade blankets for children who are seriously ill or traumatized, can use<br />

the following items you might be discarding:<br />

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• Narrow ribbon<br />

If you have any of these items to donate or for information about Project<br />

Linus, please call Karen Hagin, Cinco Ranch resident and Project Linus<br />

blanketeer, at 281-693-7150 or Sally Burns, Houston Area Project Linus<br />

Coordinator, at 281-492-2679. More information about Project Linus can be<br />

found at www.projectlinus.org.<br />

CYPRESS FAIRBANKS MEDICAL CENTER<br />

HOSPITAL VOLUNTEER AUXILIARY<br />

Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary, 10655<br />

Steepletop Drive, is in need of additional volunteers. They have a great need<br />

for volunteers to work in the gift shop and information desk. If interested,<br />

please contact the hospital at 281-897-3186 and ask for the volunteer desk.<br />

STANDUP FOR KIDS<br />

How would you feel if you saved a kid’s life? StandUp For Kids is an all<br />

volunteer organization dedicated to saving the lives of at-risk and homeless<br />

kids through volunteer outreach efforts. Our volunteers search the streets in<br />

order to find, stabilize and otherwise help homeless and street kids improve<br />

their lives. Every day throughout the US thirteen kids die on the streets from<br />

abuse, disease and suicide. According to recent statistics Houston has up to<br />

2,500 kids living on the streets at any given time. Texas has the highest rate<br />

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StandUp For Kids needs supplies for our Houston program, which provides<br />

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The single greatest need, for homeless and street kids is our continuous<br />

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CY-FAIR VOLUNTEER<br />

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The Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department provides fire, rescue and EMS<br />

services to 156 square miles of Northwest Harris County for the residents<br />

of Harris County Emergency Service District #9. By operating from 12<br />

community based volunteer fire stations we are able to quickly and efficiently<br />

respond to help our neighbors in times of emergency. For more information<br />

on the Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department or on how you can join the other<br />

350 volunteers of our Department and be one of Cy-Fair’s bravest, call us at<br />

281-656-3840 or visit us on the web at www.cyfairvfd.org.<br />

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Hero and Friend partners with business, government and other groups to<br />

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valets, $40 each; 2 piece cosmetic case, $40; 4-CK jewelry boxes, $15<br />

each; 4-CK wallet/key chains, $10 each; 5-Kenneth Cole shoe shine kits,<br />

$15 each; 19 Nike toiletry bags, $10 each and 10 water bottles, $3 each.<br />

Text 832-922-5603.<br />

Used, Black, side by side Whirlpool Refrigerator, 26 cu ft., 6 years old. Model<br />

GSF26C5EXB00. $700 or best offer. Cypress area 281-463-1175.<br />

Treadmill, Weslo Cadence G5-9, folds, 2014, excellent condition, $100. 281-<br />

550-8675.<br />

Pride Mobility GoGo Elite Traveler Scooter, pictures available, lightweight,<br />

designed for easy transport, $600, osterhdg@yahoo.com, 832-537-4227.<br />

Brand new Hartmann Intensity 27” expandable upright mobile traveler<br />

luggage. Paid over $400 but never used. Now selling for $75. Call or text<br />

713-594-4684.<br />

Wheelchair, $50; Leather couch - sectional, $300. Call 346-333-9279.<br />

Student Clarinet, Leblanc, $400. Email touchdowntexans822@gmail.com.<br />

2 burial plots, Memorial Oaks Cemetery, I-10 and Eldridge, $12,000 OBO.<br />

Value $17,000+, recent price increase at MOC. Pictures available. Will take<br />

PayPal and pay transfer fee. 281-550-2480.<br />

Rolling computer desk, 32 1/2”W x 19 1/2”D x 31”H, keyboard tray w/multiple<br />

shelves for computer components, cherry finish, $60. Email kamtsberg@<br />

comcast.net for photos or call 281-398-3098.<br />

Portable electric scooter, breaks down in five pieces, each piece weighs less<br />

than 20 lbs., allows up to 250 lbs. in weight. Like new. Call 281-256-0619<br />

and leave a message.<br />

Beautiful Patio One outdoor furniture for sale. Style: Madrid Crescent sofa &<br />

loveseat made by Prestige. There is a 15 year warranty for the hand finished<br />

aluminum furniture. Purchased 6/2011 for $4,500. Replaced cushions last<br />

summer with Patio One cushions for $3,515. The furniture is on our covered<br />

patio w/ 2 walls out of direct sunlight. Sofa: 3 cushions - 95”x 34” x 40”.<br />

Loveseat: 2 cushions - 70” x 34” x 40”. Can send photos, excellent condition,<br />

asking $1,500. Contact: dboswell@houston9.com, 713-896-8289.<br />

Strasburg children’s flower girl dresses, NWT, discontinued, in white (size<br />

3) and ivory (size 3), new $109.99, selling for $50. They all have loops for<br />

a sash. Also have 2 with embellishments, ivory (sizes 4, 6), matching ivory<br />

sash included, new $136.99, selling for $75. 281-770-6928 or jaclynchale@<br />

gmail.com.<br />

20 <strong>April</strong> <strong>2016</strong><br />

<strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong>


MOVING/GARAGE SALES<br />

Hearthstone 2 family garage sale. Lots of mens clothing, household items,<br />

gas dryer, linens, dvd player and much more. <strong>April</strong> 16 th 8 AM - 2 PM, rain<br />

date <strong>April</strong> 23rd. 7435 Tunbury Lane.<br />

AUTOS, BOATS, MOTORCYCLES<br />

AND ACCESSORIES<br />

2006 Honda Accord car, $6,800 OBO. Call 346-333-9279.<br />

2002 Shadow Spirit 750, low miles, two new tires, Switchblade windshield,<br />

and Cobra pipes. $2,600. 713-303-5894.<br />

North Cypress Dental<br />

James F. Ramsey, D.D.S.<br />

21208 Northwest Freeway, Ste. 115<br />

Cypress, TX 77429<br />

FAMILY DENTISTRY<br />

2007 GMC Envoy, 4 dr SUV, grey, auto, runs great, always garaged, new<br />

(tires, battery, belt & hoses), no accidents, 155k miles, $7,200. Contact<br />

dwdt@sbcglobal.net.<br />

HELP WANTED - CARE<br />

Health Care Assistant: Assist paraplegic in the evening and morning get<br />

dressed, get in and out of bed and occasionally assist during the night.<br />

Separate bedroom available for sleeping. Great way to earn extra money.<br />

Call 281-703-2196.<br />

I am looking for a caregiver to assist a 24 year old male electric wheelchair<br />

user near West Little York and Eldridge during the week from around 12 PM<br />

- 1PM and from 5 PM - 6 PM. Primary duties are preparing me meals and<br />

helping me go to the bathroom. The pay is $11 per hour. There may also be<br />

night shifts available. Must have a social security card, driver’s license and<br />

be 18 or older. Email stev91@tamu.edu for more details.<br />

• Insurance Welcome<br />

• Emergencies Seen Promptly<br />

281-890-5555<br />

www.northcypressdental.com<br />

Family<br />

Owned &<br />

Operated<br />

Greater Houston<br />

Small childcare is looking for a caregiver. Must be able to drive 15 passenger<br />

van. Bi-lingual preferred. 17202 Clay Rd., Suite 201 Houston, Tx 77084. Call<br />

or text 713-261-7007.<br />

HELP WANTED<br />

Advertising company - looking for sales/home welcomers in 77494, 77450 or<br />

77433. Work part time on your own schedule. Visit new homeowners in your<br />

area and go over a packet of information. Add businesses to the packet and<br />

earn unlimited $. Call 281-855-6589 for more information.<br />

Do you like golf, the outdoors, meeting people and fun? We are hiring at the<br />

Bear Creek Golf Course, all positions, Greeters, food and beverage, Pro-<br />

Shop and maintenance. Pick up applications at the Pro-Shop, 16001 Clay<br />

Road, Houston, TX 77084.<br />

Plumbers or Apprentices for repair. Bilingual preferred. Please call 281-256-<br />

2239.<br />

Register Tapes Unlimited (A 25 year old advertising firm) is looking for Inside<br />

Sales/Telemarketing reps to work in our corporate office call center in the<br />

Houston/Katy area. We have a contract with over 10,000 major grocery<br />

chains in 47 states and Western Canada. Heavy Cold Calling to Business<br />

Owners to set appointments for outside reps, $15/ Hour plus Commissions<br />

and Bonuses. Full Time M-F. No Late nights or weekends, great environment.<br />

You will be eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/401K & PTO day benefits<br />

after 60 days. No Experience needed: www.rtui.com. To apply, send resume<br />

to jamelyn.brown@rtui.com.<br />

Dependable Comfort Air & Heat is now hiring licensed technicians, installers<br />

and helpers. Competitive pay and 100% health coverage paid. Training<br />

available. 281-578-7245.<br />

Pool Cleaner position available. Must have your own vehicle. Valid drivers<br />

license and insurance required. Background working with pools. Background<br />

check is required. Will train. Opportunity to move up into repair work. Make<br />

up to $600+ a week depends on experience and number of pools per week.<br />

We are a Leslie’s approved company. Constant referrals. Call 713-295-0797<br />

or email resume to jpuctx@yahoo.com.<br />

<strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong><br />

25+ Years<br />

Experience<br />

www.PolsgrovePlumbing.com<br />

SPRING CRAFT SHOW<br />

APRIL 9 & 10, <strong>2016</strong><br />

Saturday, <strong>April</strong> 9, 9AM-5PM<br />

Sunday, <strong>April</strong> 10, 10AM-4PM<br />

CFISD Telge Exhibit Center<br />

11206 Telge Road,<br />

Cypress, TX 77429<br />

J. Russ Polsgrove<br />

MPL#38482<br />

$2000 OFF Any Repair<br />

with this ad<br />

For more information:<br />

www.cypresssprings.ffanow.org<br />

Please join us!<br />

All proceeds will benefit<br />

Cypress Springs FFA<br />

students to go to<br />

contests, convention<br />

and helps provide<br />

scholarships for<br />

graduating seniors.<br />

<strong>April</strong> <strong>2016</strong> 21


Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state<br />

licensed. 281-550-0900.<br />

Looking for people to work in the field services, crew workers and helpers<br />

to work on servicing irrigation systems for growing Irrigation Company,<br />

no experience needed, will train. Must have own transportation and clean<br />

driver’s license. Growth opportunity, Northwest Houston area. Email:<br />

sprinklerworkers@gmail.com.<br />

Martial Arts USA is hiring qualified Tae Kwon Do Black Belts with WTF<br />

certification, over 18 years of age, background checks and interviews will<br />

be conducted. Contact Master Shin or Master An at 281-463-9333 or email<br />

YoungAn@cyfairtkd.com. Location, 8504 Highway 6 N., Houston, TX 77095.<br />

CYPRESS LAKES<br />

ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB<br />

Please come out and show your support to benefit the<br />

Athletic program of Cy-Lakes High School<br />

3rd Annual<br />

Crawfish Boil<br />

Car, Truck &<br />

Bike Show<br />

Saturday<br />

<strong>April</strong> 9, <strong>2016</strong><br />

11 AM - 4 PM<br />

• FREE ADMISSION<br />

• CONCESSIONS<br />

• MUSIC<br />

5750 GREENHOUSE RD<br />

KATY, TX. 77449<br />

(CY-LAKES HIGH SCHOOL<br />

PARKING LOT)<br />

• BEAUTIFUL AUTOMOBILES<br />

• VENDOR BOOTHS<br />

• JUDGING & AWARDS<br />

Reserve a spot for your car, truck or bike now!<br />

For more info contact Chamesha Randall 832-721-6685<br />

or email chamesha@att.net<br />

Housekeepers needed. Great hours for moms with school age children. 281-<br />

861-0394.<br />

Dental assistant position available. F/T, nonsmoker, experienced preferred,<br />

knowledge of Dentrix software and bilingual a plus. Must be state licensed;<br />

Front desk receptionist, bilingual preferred. Fax resume to: 281-861-7174.<br />

Or call 281-861-7500.<br />

Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have<br />

experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment<br />

info. Send resume to randy@westhoustonelectric.com.<br />

BOARDERS/ROOMMATES<br />

Room for rent! Furnished plus microwave and dorm refrigerator. Private<br />

bath, no pets, no smokers, one person only, $500 a month. Utilities included,<br />

1/2 security deposit and background check done. Highway 6 & West Little<br />

York. 281-550-8670.<br />

TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES<br />

Ocean View Apt. in San Diego, CA - With new lower rates and minimum age<br />

of 30. 25 ft. of windows and balcony facing the Pacific that allows you to enjoy<br />

the sunsets and the ocean breeze. Large beautifully furnished 1,100 sq. ft.<br />

corner unit has 2 baths and an option for 1 or 2 bedrooms. Only 3 minute<br />

walk without crossing a street to the beach, 6 minute walk to concrete beach<br />

walkway that goes for miles between Pacific Beach and Mission Beach.<br />

Short walk to many restaurants, shops and bars. The apartment complex<br />

has a pool and hot tub but does not allow pets, smoking or parties. The unit<br />

is available for weekly use with the main occupant being over 30. Weekly<br />

rates start at $1,240 for 2 bedrooms and $1,140 for 1 bedroom. Come enjoy<br />

the perfect San Diego Coastal weather with mild temperatures, plenty of sun,<br />

little rain, no pollution, no pollen and no mosquitos. Call or text Art, 713-247-<br />

9507, who has been Katy homeowner for 30 yrs. Text San Diego Apt., your<br />

name and email address to receive more information and pictures.<br />

22 <strong>April</strong> <strong>2016</strong><br />

<strong>Sydney</strong> <strong>Harbour</strong>


Galveston Seawall Condo, beautiful ocean view, full kitchen, sleeps 4-6,<br />

$500/weekend, Nottingham family owned. Completely renovated, NOT in<br />

rental pool. No pets. So close and so much fun, Galveston! Stacie 713-302-<br />

5222.<br />

Vacation home for rent in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath,<br />

beach, pool, tennis, golf, Mayan Ruins. For more info Google VRBO 136406<br />

or call, 281-236-2107 or 713-896-1234.<br />

Timeshare: rent a lovely condo for a full week in Hawaii. Sleeps 4, fully<br />

stocked kitchen. What else needs to be said... It’s Hawaii! $795. For<br />

information contact Cheryl at 281-855-7427.<br />

Las Vegas Timeshare: On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen,<br />

dining & living. Jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s, 2 Phones, 2 pools outside building,<br />

fitness room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days, $465 or 7 days, $595. No<br />

added fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409.<br />

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<br />

Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar Creek Cabin, new<br />

2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front porch, satellite TV, beautiful views,<br />

abundant wildlife, Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park, sleeps 8.<br />

Call 866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more information.<br />

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