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<strong>Katy</strong> <strong>Communicator</strong><br />
PRSRT STD<br />
U.S. POSTAGE<br />
PAID<br />
KATY, TX.<br />
PERMIT #137<br />
Published by Krenek Printing, Co.<br />
Serving Kelliwood, Courts, Enclave, Fairways,<br />
Garden Greens, Lakes, Links, Nottingham, Place,<br />
PointeTerrace, Trails and Greens at Willow Fork<br />
NOTTINGHAM COUNTRY GARDEN CLUB (NCGC)<br />
On Thursday, April 7, 2016, Nottingham Country Garden Club (NCGC) will<br />
feature Darrin Duling, Director of Mercer Arboretum and Botanic Gardens,<br />
presenting the program “It’s a Wonderful World - Finials and Follies: A Look<br />
at Architectural Garden Features from Around the World.”<br />
Monthly meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month from<br />
September through May. Meet and greet time begins at 9:30 AM and the<br />
program will begin at 10 AM, followed by the NCGC business meeting. Please<br />
join us at the Municipal Utility Building #81 at 805 Hidden Canyon Drive,<br />
<strong>Katy</strong>, 77450. For more information see our website: www.nottinghamgardenclub.org.<br />
We welcome all people interested in gardening and gardening<br />
related topics. We serve the West Houston and <strong>Katy</strong> areas. You do not have<br />
to live in the Nottingham Country neighborhood to belong to our group!<br />
NCGC is a non-profit organization affiliated with the Houston Federation of<br />
Garden Clubs, the Texas State Garden Clubs and the National Federation<br />
of Garden Clubs. The purpose of the club is to promote the beautification of<br />
our community, support local and national educational and civic organizations<br />
and educate the community about our environment. Donations from<br />
the NCGC are funded by our annual Spring Plant Sale and various projects<br />
throughout the year.<br />
LOCAL JAM SESSIONS<br />
If you like to play a musical instrument and/or sing with other musicians, we<br />
encourage you to join us on Friday nights, except the first Friday of the<br />
month, from 6 to 8 PM at a local <strong>Katy</strong> location. (No charge and non-profit.)<br />
We play on acoustic instruments, such as: guitar, fiddle, dobro, mandolin<br />
and bass fiddle. For more information, call 281-693-0391. No smoking or<br />
drinking.<br />
GARDENING TIPS FOR APRIL<br />
Mulch - If possible, buy Bagged Mulch. Bagging helps eliminate a great many<br />
pests that die from various causes while in the bag. When you buy ‘loose’<br />
mulch that is trucked to your home, you are also buying ants, roaches, termites,<br />
etc… Spend a little more on bagged material and save lots of future<br />
pest problems. Keep your mulch at least 4” - 6” below the top of your homes<br />
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IMPORTANT NUMBERS<br />
THEIR SUMMER<br />
TO SHINE<br />
Summer Programs at the<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> Family YMCA<br />
Y summer programs offer the perfect opportunity to make playing<br />
and learning a family goal.<br />
Summer Camp Swim Lessons<br />
Youth Sports Specialty Camps<br />
Join and enjoy the member rate for your summer programs.<br />
Register today at ymcahouston.org.<br />
YMCA Mission: To put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy<br />
spirit, mind and body for all. Everyone is welcome.<br />
Crest Management Company (for Section 10 only)<br />
Nottingham Country Fund, Inc.<br />
281-579-0761<br />
Bridgett Cummings Bridgett.Cummings@Crest-Management.com<br />
ALL EMERGENCIES 911<br />
Constable 281-463-6666<br />
Harris County Sheriff 713-221-6000<br />
KISD Police Department 281-237-4000<br />
Ft. Bend County Sheriff 281-342-6116<br />
Ft. Bend Constable Precinct 3 281-238-1430<br />
(after 5PM call Ft. Bend Co. Sheriff’s office)<br />
Community<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> Family YMCA 281-579-3303<br />
VFW 281-391-4872<br />
Fort Bend Co. Court House 281-342-3411<br />
William B. Travis Building 281-342-3411<br />
Jane Long Annex 281-342-3411<br />
Harris County Court House 713-859-0685<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> Chamber of Commerce 281-391-5289<br />
SCHOOLS<br />
www.katyisd.org<br />
KISD Administration 281-396-6000<br />
KISD Transportation. 281-396-7560<br />
Creech Elementary 281-237-8850<br />
Exley Elementary 281-237-8400<br />
Hayes Elementary 281-237-3200<br />
Pattison Elementary 281-237-5450<br />
Beck Junior High 281-237-3300<br />
McMeans Junior High 281-237-8000<br />
Cinco Ranch High School 281-237-7000<br />
Taylor High School 281-237-3100<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> Creative Arts 281-391-5003<br />
LIBRARIES HARRIS CO.<br />
Maude Marks 281-492-8592<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> 281-391-3509<br />
Libraries Ft. Bend Co.<br />
Cinco Ranch Branch 281-395-1311<br />
George Memorial Branch 281-342-4455<br />
Mamie George Branch 281-491-8086<br />
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Relocation Specialist<br />
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COURTNEY WADE<br />
Sales & Marketing Specialist<br />
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©2012 Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC. A Realogy Company. All Rights Reserved. Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC fully<br />
supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated. Better Homes<br />
and Gardens, the Better Homes and Garden Real Estate logo are registered service marks owned by Meredith Corporation and licensed to Better<br />
Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC.<br />
UTILITIES/POST OFFICE<br />
Centerpoint Energy Gas 713-659-2111<br />
Reliant Energy 713-207-7777<br />
Fort Bend Telephone 281-391-2222<br />
AT & T Repair 1-800-246-8464<br />
AT & T New Service 1-800-288-2020<br />
Waste Corp. of Texas (WCA) 281-368-8397<br />
(Trash Pick up Mon. & Thurs.)<br />
Comcast Communications 713-341-1000<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> - Park Row Post Office 1-800-275-8777<br />
Baker Road Post Office 1-800-275-8777<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> - Park Row Post Office 1-800-275-8777<br />
Dept. of Public Safety 713-465-8462<br />
Poison Control 1/800/764-7661<br />
Harris County Animal Control 281-652-1970<br />
MEDICAL<br />
Memorial Hermann <strong>Katy</strong> Hospital 281-644-7000<br />
Methodist West Hospital 832-522-5522<br />
Texas Childrens Hospital 832-227-1000<br />
Houston Methodist St. Catherine 281-599-5700<br />
NEWSLETTER PUBLISHING/ADVERTISING<br />
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exposed foundation edge/side. This will aid in minimizing<br />
pests in your home and allow for quick and accurate termite<br />
inspections.<br />
Shrubs, Flowers and groundcovers - Trim all shrubs/plants<br />
at least 12” - 18” back from your home. Do your best to<br />
create a plant free zone that is 18” - 24” wide around your<br />
home. The exception is your lawn - it can grow up next to<br />
the slab as long as you keep it 4” - 6” below the top of the<br />
slab. The most conducive to termite infestation are groundcover<br />
plantings, growing high against your homes exterior<br />
or (especially) ivy that grows on your walls.<br />
Trees - Spray your trees at least twice annually. The spring<br />
spray eliminates overwintering pests and fungi while preparing<br />
trees to resist the pest onslaught of summer with residual<br />
pesticides. The fall spray also kills pests from the summer,<br />
prevents most fungi from occurring over the winter and puts<br />
your valuable asset off to a healthy winter’s dormancy.<br />
Lawn - Spring is the perfect time to do a fungicide treatment<br />
to stop brown patch in its tracks along with other fungi. If your<br />
lawn is thin and weak in some areas, here are some important<br />
fundamentals: a) lawn aeration b) fertilization c) weed control.<br />
Most important is proper watering:<br />
• Water once per week (unless you get a 1/2” rain<br />
or more - then do not water.)<br />
• Water heavily (1” - 2”) for total lawn coverage.<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,<br />
stronger and more drought resistant roots.<br />
• Less watering also saves you money!!<br />
LOCAL VETERAN GROUPS MEET<br />
If you are an honorably discharged War Time Veteran or currently<br />
serving on active duty and want to associate yourself with fellow<br />
Veterans, please consider joining one of the following groups.<br />
(Each organization has its own requirements for membership.)<br />
“We work as unto<br />
the Lord”<br />
RESIDENTIAL<br />
Geyer roofinG<br />
Specializing in<br />
Re-Roofing<br />
Ron Geyer<br />
713-462-3898<br />
REMODELING<br />
• Kitchens • Bathrooms • Windows / Doors • Floors • Hardi Siding<br />
• Rooms Additions • Complete Renovations • Patio Covers<br />
Rob Geyer<br />
281-477-3456<br />
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COMMERCIAL<br />
• Purchase • Refinance<br />
VA, FHA, USDA & Conventional Mortgage Loans<br />
Let us make your loan experience<br />
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Down payment assistance programs available.<br />
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AMERICAN LEGION: The Jonathan D. Rozier Post 164 of<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> Texas meets the fourth Wednesday of each month,<br />
at 7 PM at the <strong>Katy</strong> Elks Lodge #2628, at 1050 <strong>Katy</strong>-Ft.<br />
Bend Road, <strong>Katy</strong> TX. Meetings start promptly at 7:30 PM. The<br />
American Legion is the largest war time Veteran’s organization<br />
in the nation and invites all eligible Veterans to join.<br />
Proud sponsor of the American Legion Boy’s State Program.<br />
Greg Clock, Post Commander. Visit us at www.LegionPost-<br />
164<strong>Katy</strong>TX.org for more information.<br />
VFW: The Floyd E. Breedlove Post 9182 of <strong>Katy</strong> Texas meets<br />
the first Monday of each month at the VFW Hall on George<br />
Bush Dr. in “Old Town <strong>Katy</strong>.” Meetings begin with a covered<br />
dish dinner at 6:30 PM, followed by the business meetings<br />
of the VFW and Ladies Auxiliary at 7:30 PM. Frank Torres,<br />
Commander. Ladies Auxiliary President, Betty Edmundson.<br />
MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART: Tri-County<br />
Chapter 723 of the MOPH meets the third Thursday of<br />
each month at the <strong>Katy</strong> Fire Station on Ave. D in Old Town<br />
<strong>Katy</strong>. Felix Garcia III, Commander, 386-793-8065 or<br />
sgtg31@yahoo.com.<br />
Additional information is available through the Veterans<br />
Memorial Museum at: 281-391-VETS (8387).<br />
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RECYCLE AT THE FT. BEND COUNTY<br />
RECYCLING CENTER!<br />
The Ft. Bend County Recycling center is located nearby in Rosenberg<br />
(just 10 miles away) and accepts glass/bottles and Styrofoam<br />
that Waste Management doesn’t pick up. Visit the Ft. Bend Co.<br />
government website for information: www.co.fort-bend.tx.us.<br />
For more facts on decomposition time, visit http://behealthyandrelax.com/2007/11/how-long-does-it-take-to-decompose.<br />
ATTENTION! PET POOPS / YOU SCOOP<br />
Please be respectful of community grounds and neighbors’<br />
yards. If your pet poops during your walk, be prepared to scoop<br />
and trash. Come with a scooper and a recycled grocery bag or<br />
anything else. It may not be the most fabulous way to walk your<br />
pet, but it does show your respect for every homeowner and our<br />
beautiful community.<br />
PLEASE NOTE - PETS ON LEASHES<br />
It is the law in Fort Bend County that all pets must be vaccinated<br />
for rabies, registered and restrained. All animals, when outside<br />
of an owner’s means of restraint (i.e., in a fenced back yard),<br />
must be on a leash. For the safety of all residents, please use<br />
all precautions with your pets and keep them on leashes<br />
when walking pets in the community EVEN IF YOU FEEL<br />
YOUR PET IS HARMLESS. If you see ANY animal roaming<br />
freely in the neighborhood, immediately call Animal Control at<br />
281-342-1512. Even if you recognize the animal, be very careful<br />
approaching it, as you do not know how it will react; if you<br />
can safely retrieve the animal, then call the owner. Otherwise,<br />
Animal Control is your best and safest option<br />
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NOTTINGHAM/KELLIWOOD TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS<br />
If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to<br />
the teenage job seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our<br />
website (www.krenekprinting.com, click submissions and<br />
choose Jobseekers) with your name, birthdate (mo. & yr.),<br />
phone number, year you will graduate and the name of your<br />
newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on<br />
your form. Please make sure your email is correct, we send<br />
emails in the summer to make sure all the info is still good<br />
and that you want to stay on the list. If we do not hear back<br />
from you after 3 tries, we will remove you from the list until<br />
we do. Must have parent(s) permission.<br />
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Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for<br />
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and check out references if you do not personally know those<br />
listed. This is just a list of teenagers from the subdivision who<br />
wish to find part time jobs. Responsibility for any work done<br />
by these teenagers is between those seeking helpers and the<br />
teens and their parents.<br />
CODE KEY:<br />
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APRIL 2016 OBSERVANCES & FUN FACTS<br />
April is observed as:<br />
• National Poetry Month<br />
• National STDS Education and Awareness<br />
• Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention<br />
• National Autism Awareness<br />
• Stress Awareness Month<br />
• National Donate Life Month<br />
Birthstone: Diamond and Crystal<br />
Fruit & Veggies for April:<br />
• Strawberries<br />
• Asian Pear<br />
• Tomatillos<br />
April Flower: Daisy and Sweet Pea<br />
Astrological Signs: Aries and Taurus<br />
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KATY PAINTING<br />
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Same-Day Service<br />
Student Luke DesJardins assists Magician Chad.<br />
MAGICIAN PERFORMED AT BLUEBONNET BASH<br />
Magician Chad Chesmark performed at Odessa Kilpatrick Elementary<br />
School’s annual Bluebonnet Bash. In order to attend<br />
the Bluebonnet Bash, students must read eight books from the<br />
Texas Library Association’s current list of books nominated to<br />
receive the Texas Bluebonnet Award.<br />
NOTTINGHAM COUNTRY ELEMENTARY CARNIVAL<br />
The 2016 Nottingham Country Elementary (NCE) Carnival is<br />
coming on April 8 th , from 5 PM-8:30 PM. Everyone is invited,<br />
free of charge, to “travel around the world in a day!” The event<br />
will celebrate diversity, which is NCE’s theme for the 2015-2016<br />
school year and will be sprinkled with aerospace references,<br />
because no one can appreciate the unity of humanity better<br />
than an astronaut!<br />
Carnival is one of two annual fundraisers for NCE and typically<br />
attracts thousands of <strong>Katy</strong> residents and their families. It will take<br />
place at the NCE campus, 20500 Kingsland Blvd. <strong>Katy</strong>, Texas.<br />
Entertainment will include many games and rides, including the<br />
return of the Gmax (by popular demand) and the introduction of<br />
The Big Baller, a giant obstacle course featuring four huge, red,<br />
inflatable balls surrounded by a blue ball pit resembling a moat<br />
filled with water. In the food and beverage department, NCE<br />
will be offering a sampling of culinary delights from around the<br />
world! Chick-Fil-A also returns this year, along with the Chick-<br />
Fil-A cow. Pizza and Tutti Frutti for dessert also will be available.<br />
Young attendees will enjoy the Petting Zoo and Trackless Train and<br />
every guest can replenish their supplies of gear at the Carnival<br />
General Store. Kids of all ages can capture photos with their<br />
friends in the Photo Booth. Kids are invited to wear multi-cultural<br />
attire to the Carnival - as a reminder to everyone that diversity is<br />
interesting and beautiful! Everyone is encouraged to wear their<br />
dancing shoes (sneakers count) and participate in our Carnival<br />
Dance Contest. Prizes for 1 st and 2 nd place will be awarded!<br />
Don’t forget the Silent Auction, bound to tantalize with themed<br />
baskets from each NCE class, as well as parties and the everpopular<br />
5 th grade basketball game. Previous auctions have<br />
included a weekend getaway in a Galveston condo! Stay tuned<br />
to NCE’s Facebook page for details on this year’s auction items!<br />
Volunteers from Taylor High School will be lending a helping<br />
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Come get your British food fix here!<br />
CADBURY • MCVITIES • WEETABIX • BISTO • JACOB’S • BRANSTON • COLEMAN’S • FRANK COOPER’S • ROYALTY<br />
2133 South Mason Rd • <strong>Katy</strong>, Texas 77450 • 832-321-4156<br />
hand to this year’s event and many local businesses have shown<br />
their support of NCE by sponsoring this year’s Carnival. All<br />
sponsorship dollars are applied toward purchases to improve the<br />
school. This year’s Carnival will be absolutely out of this world.<br />
We’ll see you…out there!<br />
BECK JUNIOR HIGH<br />
AWARD WINNING PRESENTATION ON KEEPING<br />
YOUR FAMILY SAFE ONLINE<br />
The PTA’s of Beck Junior High, Beckendorff Junior High and Seven<br />
Lakes Junior High partnered to showcase the award winning<br />
presentation “Keeping You and Your Family Safe Online--Public<br />
& Permanent.” The presentation, created by Richard Guerry, focused<br />
on the reasonable use of technology and internet safety.<br />
This program received the 2010 & 2011 Exemplary School<br />
Safety Program Award by the School Safety Advocacy Council.<br />
Mr. Guerry has appeared as an internet safety expert on CNN,<br />
Radio Disney and MTV’s Thin Line Campaign. The event was<br />
held at each junior high for students as well as a parent only<br />
presentation in the evening.<br />
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April 18 th - 6 th Grading period begins for Secondary<br />
April 29 th - Professional Learning Day/Student Holiday<br />
L-R: Kaylene Berckenhoff, Extended Service Award recipient;<br />
along with new Life Members Corrine Drom, Stephanie Baiter,<br />
Betty Mayfield and Anna Marsh. Marsh currently serves as Beck’s<br />
PTA President. Not pictured: New PTA Life Member Kym Pratt.<br />
BECK JUNIOR HIGH PTA HONOREES RECOGNIZED AT<br />
KATY ISD ANNUAL EVENT<br />
Beck Junior High recently honored its newest PTA Life Members<br />
and first ever Extended Service Award recipient at the annual<br />
Founder’s Day Dinner of the <strong>Katy</strong> Council of PTAs.<br />
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KATY ISD STUDENTS BRING HOME TOP HONORS AT<br />
HOUSTON AREA TEACHERS OF FOREIGN<br />
LANGUAGES’ FARRINGTON CONTEST<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> ISD had 26 students win awards at the 2016 Farrington<br />
Contest and Awards, sponsored by the Houston Area Teachers<br />
of Foreign Language. More than 200 Houston-area students<br />
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to send three students from each language level. Participants<br />
completed a language exam including reading, writing,<br />
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Spanish Heritage Intermediate - Fabricio Ávalos, THS<br />
Spanish Heritage Advanced - Julieta García, KHS<br />
KATY HIGH SCHOOL COACH GARY JOSEPH AND<br />
SEVEN FOOTBALL PLAYERS SELECTED FOR TEXAS<br />
SPORTS WRITERS ASSOCIATION ALL-STATE TEAM<br />
Seven <strong>Katy</strong> High School football players were selected for the<br />
Texas Sports Writers Association’s Class 6A all-state football<br />
team. Defensive back Collin Wilder was chosen as the Defensive<br />
Player of the Year after making 124 tackles, leading the Tigers to<br />
a 16-0 season and the Division I state title. Coach Gary Joseph<br />
was selected Coach of the Year.<br />
First Team Offense:<br />
· Kris Perez, Place Kicker<br />
· Kyle Porter, Running Back<br />
First Team Defense:<br />
· Corey Bethley, Defensive Line<br />
· Paddy Fisher, Linebacker<br />
· JoVanni Stewart, Linebacker<br />
· Travis Whillock, Defensive Back<br />
· Collin Wilder, Defensive Back<br />
Coach of the Year - Gary Joseph<br />
“STEPPING INTO THE FUTURE”<br />
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM<br />
The “Stepping into the Future” scholarship program is available<br />
to <strong>Katy</strong> ISD seniors graduating with GPA’s ranging from<br />
2.5 to 3.7 and is sponsored by Dr. James M. Jacobs and Associates.<br />
The two “Stepping into the Future” scholarship recipients<br />
will be announced at the <strong>Katy</strong> ISD Awards Ceremonies<br />
during May. Applications must be submitted to the offices of<br />
Your Total Foot Care Specialist by April 14, 2016, 5 PM. A<br />
third party committee will select the two winning applicants.<br />
For further information, please call 281-395-3338 or visit<br />
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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ART CONTEST!<br />
Don’t mess with Texas® and Keep Texas Beautiful invite you to<br />
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Students win prizes and have their art featured. Students who create<br />
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websites and social media sites, at the 2016 Keep Texas Beautiful<br />
annual conference, in media announcements and through other<br />
means as appropriate.<br />
Teachers win, too! Teachers representing students who produce the<br />
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card. See Official Contest Rules for more information.<br />
Everything you’ll need to participate including fact sheets, official<br />
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The contest is through April 8, 2016. All entries must be submitted<br />
or postmarked on or before April 8, 2016. Winners will be<br />
announced in early May.<br />
Contact Keep Texas Beautiful at 1-800-Clean-Up or info@ktb.<br />
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COLOR FOR A CAUSE<br />
EVENT TO BENEFIT THE ARC OF KATY<br />
When: Saturday, April 2, 2016, 8 AM to 11 AM<br />
Where: James E. Taylor High School, 20700 Kingland Blvd.,<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> Texas 77450<br />
Color for a Cause is a fun 5k color run event hosted by James E.<br />
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Leaders of America benefiting The Arc of <strong>Katy</strong>, a local non-profit<br />
organization that works to create opportunities for individuals<br />
with intellectual and developmental disabilities.<br />
The run is open to participants of all ages, will not be timed; it’s<br />
all for fun. In addition to the 5k route, there will be a shorter<br />
track available for those not able to participate in the 5k distance.<br />
Also, running is completely optional; participants are welcome<br />
to walk, stroll or even skip the whole way! We hope to see you<br />
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4 TH ANNUAL ART WALK<br />
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Ranch in Fulshear. The Art Walk will showcase the artwork and<br />
handcrafted items from local artists and artisans, provide inclusive<br />
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several different musical and visual performances throughout<br />
the day. In addition, Art Walk will have a great selection of food<br />
truck and winery offerings to tempt the taste buds. Admission<br />
and parking are free.<br />
The 4 th Annual Art Walk is fun for the entire family! Join us for<br />
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2016 RELAY FOR LIFE OF KATY<br />
APRIL 29-30, 2016, 7 PM TO 7 AM<br />
Held at <strong>Katy</strong> City Park, 5720 Franz Road. Form a team, donate,<br />
honor survivors with a luminaria, participate or volunteer to<br />
show your support of those who are fighting, those who have<br />
lost their fight but most of all help FINISH THE FIGHT in helping<br />
to find a cure for all types of cancer. www.relayforlife.org/katytx.<br />
SAINT ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC CHURCH<br />
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APRIL 30 TH , 5-10 PM, MAY 1 ST , 11 AM-5 PM<br />
Come enjoy 15 food booths, including Crawfish, BBQ and International<br />
foods, bingo, amusements, kids games, silent auction<br />
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or www.BayouBelles.org.<br />
WWII AIRCRAFT FLY-IN AND OPEN HOUSE<br />
Saturday and Sunday, April 16 th & 17 th , 10 AM to 5 PM, those<br />
big, old airplanes with the mighty round engines will be flying<br />
again as the Commemorative Air Force’s Houston Wing presents<br />
its 2016 Open House at Hangar B-5, West Houston Airport. Bring<br />
the family and get up close and feel the prop wash and hear the<br />
noise as radial engines power these WWII aircraft. See some of<br />
the old planes your father, grandfather or grandmother learned<br />
to fly for World War II. We expect to have 15 - 20 historic aircraft<br />
on display along with several WWII military vehicles.<br />
Admission is $10 per car. The West Houston Airport is located at<br />
18000 Groschke Rd., 2 miles north of 1-10 and between Hwy.<br />
6 and Barker Cypress. Warbird rides may be available. Check<br />
our website www.houstonwing.org for ride prices.<br />
Food, drinks, gifts and souvenirs are available. Come on out and<br />
honor America. The Commemorative Air Force is a non-profit national<br />
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from all backgrounds sharing an interest in aviation and history.<br />
BLACK TIE GALA IN APRIL TO BENEFIT THE KATY<br />
GRAND THEATRE PROJECT, APRIL 29 TH<br />
The Noyes Fine Arts Foundation (NFAF) is premiering the first<br />
annual Puttin’ On The Ritz Gala - a black tie spectacular event<br />
for <strong>Katy</strong>. The Noyes Fine Arts Foundation plans to build the first<br />
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The <strong>Katy</strong> Grand Theatre will be the <strong>Katy</strong> community’s flagship<br />
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for years to come.<br />
Held at the beautiful Briscoe Manor in Richmond, Texas, the<br />
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The Arc of <strong>Katy</strong> is currently taking applications for three 2016<br />
Summer Camp sessions for students and adults with IDD, ages<br />
16 and up. The camps will be held Monday through Thursday,<br />
weekly, from 8 AM until 3 PM at Cornerstone Evangelical Presbyterian<br />
Church (located at 1351 S Mason Rd, <strong>Katy</strong>, Texas 77450.)<br />
Session 1: June 6 th through June 30 th<br />
Session 2: July 5 th through July 29 th<br />
Session 3: August 1 st through August 18 th<br />
Each session will include a variety of fun activities including excursions,<br />
crafts, life skills, games and much more. Camp cost is<br />
$30 per day and campers must be a current member of The Arc<br />
of <strong>Katy</strong> to participate. Campers will bring a snack and lunch most<br />
days and will receive an Arc of <strong>Katy</strong> t-shirt. For more information<br />
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“What’s wrong with this picture?” is the playful theme and<br />
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HFAC orchestrated a line-up of all-encompassing shows that<br />
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FIRST ANNUAL SAFETY FESTIVAL<br />
SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 2016, 10 AM-4 PM<br />
The Safety Festival’s purpose is to familiarize residents with<br />
vital safety precautions, as well as the daily tasks of ESD 48<br />
and other neighboring fire and EMS departments through a<br />
variety of fun and high-energy activities.<br />
Festival activities will include:<br />
• Fire and EMS exhibits and demonstrations,<br />
including car fire and extrication demos<br />
• Life Flight helicopter viewing<br />
• Ladder truck tours and ambulance tours from each<br />
department<br />
• A Fire Fighter “Combat Challenge” competition<br />
between our local FD’s<br />
• An Inflatable play area for the kids<br />
The Safety Festival will be held at Cinemark 19, 1030 N. Grand<br />
Parkway in <strong>Katy</strong>. If you are interested in helping us promote this<br />
important event, know a company or organization that might<br />
want to participate or just have questions please contact ESD<br />
48 Public Information Officer Simon Vandyk at 832-840-5967.<br />
CERT TRAINING PROGRAM<br />
When: May 18, 2016 - July 6, 2016<br />
(Each Wednesday), 6:30-9:30 PM<br />
Where: Harris County ESD #48 Fire Department,<br />
Station #4, 22855 Franz Road, <strong>Katy</strong>, Texas 77449<br />
Cost: No Cost! Manual and Starter Backpack Provided,<br />
pre-registration required<br />
The CERT training program is designed to prepare you to help<br />
yourself, your family and your neighbors in the event of a catastrophic<br />
disaster. Should emergency personnel not be available,<br />
you can use this training to saves lives and protect property. For<br />
more information on the Harris County Citizen Corps go to www.<br />
harriscountycitizencorps.com. To sign up contact, Ray Sidwell<br />
at Harris County ESD #48 Fire Department - Cert.training@<br />
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CLASS SCHEDULE:<br />
Week 1 - May 18 th : Disaster Preparedness<br />
Week 2 - May 25 th : Fire Suppression<br />
Week 3 - June 1 st : Medical Operations – Treatment Strategies<br />
Week 4 - June 8 th : Medical Operations – Triage<br />
Week 5 - June 15 th : Light Search and Rescue<br />
Week 6 - June 22 nd : Disaster Psychology and<br />
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Week 7 - June 29 th : Terrorism Awareness (FBI)<br />
Week 8 - July 6 th : Disaster Simulation Drill<br />
COMMUNITY CPR/AED AND FIRST AID TRAINING<br />
Every 3 rd Saturday of the month (Except Nov/Dec), 8 AM-1<br />
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NATURE PROGRAMS FOR<br />
PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN<br />
The Titmouse Club is a nature program for children ages 2 ½ to 5<br />
sponsored by the Houston Audubon Docent Guild. The program<br />
is offered every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10 to 11<br />
AM, from mid-September until mid-May at the Edith L. Moore<br />
Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Boulevard. Each week features<br />
a different nature theme and may include nature talks, stories,<br />
hands-on activities and walks in the woods. For more information,<br />
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Docents. The cost is $5 per child per session or a 5-session card<br />
can be purchased for $20. The child must be accompanied by an<br />
adult during the program. Upcoming programs include:<br />
April 5 th & 6 th : Wildflowers<br />
April 12 th & 13 th : Butterflies<br />
April 19 th & 20 th : Frogs<br />
April 26 th & 27 th : Turtles<br />
SATURDAYS IN NATURE<br />
This program is held on the second Saturday of each month at<br />
the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary. Arrive anytime between 9<br />
and 11:30 AM. The program ends at 12 noon. A guided nature<br />
walk will begin at 10 AM. No reservations required. Donations<br />
are encouraged. This is a “whole family” program; parents or<br />
other adult guardians should participate with their children. Upcoming<br />
programs include April 9 th : Bird Walk: Craft: Flying Birds.<br />
NATURE EXPLORERS CLUB<br />
Designed for school-age children (ages 6-10, K-5th) who are<br />
interested in investigating the natural world. Fee/reservations<br />
are required. Reserve at www.houstonaudubon.org. For more<br />
information contact Bethany Foshee, Docent Programs Coordinator,<br />
bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org or 713-464-4900. Hope<br />
you can join us for the fun! Topics for the spring include:<br />
April 21 st : Wild about Wildflowers<br />
Please park in the Memorial Drive United Methodist Church west<br />
parking lot at 12955 Memorial Drive and enter the nature sanctuary<br />
through the marked gate. Proceed down the path to the log cabin.<br />
DECIBELLES (A BARBERSHOP CHORUS)<br />
Do you like to sing? Are you looking for a place to display your<br />
talents or just to have fun with music? You should be a Decibelle!<br />
We are a (ladies only) daytime chorus rehearsing every Friday<br />
morning from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, at the Treemont Retirement<br />
Center, 2501 Westerland, near Westheimer and Gessner.<br />
Some of us read music, but it is not required. We are provided<br />
a CD to help in learning new songs. Our director, Martha Upton<br />
and assistant director, Cay Eckland will help you find out if you<br />
are a Tenor, Lead, Baritone or Bass.<br />
We have been performing in the Houston area for over 38 years.<br />
We prepare two types of shows each year; a Christmas show<br />
with old favorites, but always a new fun tune including props,<br />
narratives and choreography. Our regular show this year is titled<br />
“Through the Years” We are singing songs from 1900 and every<br />
decade after that. If your meeting, gathering or any type “get<br />
together” would like a half hour of cheerful and melodic entertainment,<br />
call the Decibelles. We’ll be there in costume with a<br />
program of sheer delight.<br />
Come visit any Friday we are not performing. We would love<br />
to see you and if you decide to join us, we would be delighted.<br />
For more information, please call Pat at 281-497-4904 or visit<br />
our website, www.Decibelles.org.<br />
GRACE NOTES<br />
Singers, dancers and Instrumentalists are invited to join the<br />
“Grace Notes” a performing group which shares music with the<br />
elderly in retirement homes, Alzheimer’s and nursing facilities<br />
and community events. We sing a combination of secular, patriotic<br />
and sacred music. We also sing once a month on Sunday<br />
morning for the congregation of St. Peter’s UMC. We rehearse<br />
during the school year on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 AM at St.<br />
Peter’s UMC. Babysitting is provided. Tuesday mornings are also<br />
our “outing” days to perform in the community. Come and join<br />
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On February 12 th , at the Richmond Rosenberg Boys & Girls Club, eighteen scholars<br />
participated in a “What I’m Thankful For” Oratory Competition. The group<br />
had worked for 4 weeks preparing their speeches under the guidance of Senior<br />
Girl Scout Angela Lytle of <strong>Katy</strong>. This event was the first step in Lytle’s Gold Award<br />
project to implement a Speech & Debate Club at the center.<br />
TEXAS MASTER NATURALIST<br />
The Coastal Prairie Chapter, Texas Master Naturalists has a membership of 85<br />
outdoor enthusiasts. For the last 10 years, chapter members have enjoyed learning<br />
together and sharing their love of the outdoors with others. The chapter is part of<br />
a state-wide Master Naturalist organization consisting of 8,140 volunteers in 44<br />
local chapters with a total of over 2 million service hours as of 2012! Statewide<br />
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trails. The Texas Master Naturalists program is sponsored by Texas Parks<br />
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What: Monthly Bird Hikes at Seabourne Creek Nature Park<br />
When: Wednesday, April 6 th , 8-10 AM<br />
Where: Seabourne Creek Nature Park, Highway 36 in Rosenberg;<br />
Meet in parking lot<br />
Who: Open to Public - Free<br />
Other: Binoculars & appropriate clothing recommended<br />
What: Monthly Program, Coastal Prairie Chapter<br />
Topic: “Woodcrafting for Birds and Wildlife”<br />
Speaker: Paul Batchelder Sr.<br />
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For information on Ft. Bend Master Gardeners or lists of events,<br />
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281-341-7068. Anyone with an interest in gardening is encouraged<br />
to attend our events.<br />
SUGAR LAND GARDEN CLUB<br />
Sugar Land Garden Club meets at the Sugar Land Community<br />
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visit www.sugarlandgardenclub.org. Sugar Land Garden<br />
Club was established in 1932 and is one of the largest garden<br />
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Join the Fort Bend Chapter National Society of the Daughters<br />
of the American Revolution. Contact Paula Burns at pjburns8@<br />
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WEST FORT BEND COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN<br />
Are you interested in meeting your local elected officials? Would<br />
you like to know how Congress is dealing with “hot” items during<br />
this session? Contact Susan at 281-633-2277 or BurgerBizInc@<br />
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GIVE BACK & MENTOR A LOCAL JUVENILE<br />
Please commit to becoming a positive adult role model for the<br />
youth in our community. The juveniles are referred by the Fort<br />
Bend County Juvenile Probation Department. There are so many<br />
children in need of a listening ear and encouragement. Come<br />
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AM - 5 PM, Sun. Closed.<br />
To register online for any classes at the library’s website (www.<br />
fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Calendar,” select “Cinco Ranch<br />
Branch Library” and find the program. Participants may also<br />
register by calling the library at 281-395-1311 or by visiting<br />
the library.<br />
LIBRARY CLOSINGS<br />
April 16 th : FBC Precinct 3 Literary & Fine Arts Festival & Parade<br />
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MANCE - Saturday, April 9 th , 2-4 PM, Meeting Room. The<br />
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young Chinese-American student musicians who are passionate<br />
about their culture and its music. Using the violin and clarinet,<br />
as well as Chinese instruments such as the pipa, guzheng and<br />
zhong ruan, the musicians will perform a variety of traditional<br />
Chinese musical pieces.<br />
• FBC PRECINCT 3 LITERARY & FINE ARTS FESTIVAL &<br />
PARADE - Saturday, April 16 th , 11 AM-2 PM. The Literary &<br />
Fine Arts Show & Parade will celebrate the talent of young artists,<br />
performers and writers from public schools in <strong>Katy</strong> ISD and<br />
Lamar Consolidated ISD that are located within Precinct 3. The<br />
event features a juried art exhibition, musical performances<br />
and a literary-composition contest. Children in pre-K through<br />
3 rd grade may dress up as their favorite storybook character and<br />
participate in a Character Parade through LaCenterra. Prizes<br />
will be awarded.<br />
EVENTS<br />
• CINCO RANCH NIGHT READERS - Thursday, April 21 st beginning<br />
at 7 PM, in Conference Room 2. The book to be discussed<br />
is The Murderer’s Daughters, written by Randy Susan Meyers.<br />
• ESL CONVERSATION CIRCLES - Fridays, April 8 th and 22 nd ,<br />
1-2 PM; Wednesday, April 13 th , 10:30-11:30 AM; Conference<br />
Classroom. Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for<br />
individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice<br />
their English language and conversation skills. The “Conversation<br />
Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking<br />
people to gather in a relaxed setting and discuss topics of their<br />
own choosing while practicing their English skills.<br />
• ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - All computer classes will take<br />
place in the Computer Lab. Reservations are required.<br />
MS Excel 2010 Survival Basics: Thursday, April 14 th , 10 AM<br />
Intro to eBay Buying & Selling: Thursday, April 21 st , 10 AM<br />
MS Word 2010 Survival Basics: Tuesday, April 26 th , 10 AM<br />
Computers 101: Wednesday, April 27 th , 10 AM<br />
E-READER Q&A: Wednesday, April 20 th , 10 AM-11 AM, Conference<br />
Room. (No reservations required.)<br />
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS<br />
• Mother Goose Time: Tuesdays at 10:15 AM, provides<br />
caregiver/infant activities and songs especially designed for the<br />
youngest book-lovers, from age 1 month to 12 months.<br />
• Stories & Play: Tuesdays at 2 PM, for children from 1 to 3<br />
years of age. Children will be treated to a story and then have<br />
open play time.<br />
• Toddler Time: Wednesdays at 10:15 AM and Thursdays<br />
at 10:15 AM and 11:30 AM - offers caregiver/child activities,<br />
stories and songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age.<br />
• Story Time: Wednesdays at 11:30 AM. Age 3-6, where they<br />
hear stories, watch movies and participate in age-appropriate<br />
craft activities.<br />
• Pajama Night Story Time: Tuesdays at 7 PM - gives families<br />
an evening option for the activities presented during the daytime.<br />
• Family Story Time: 1 st Saturday of the month at 10:15<br />
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• Kinder Korner: 2 nd and 4 th Wednesday of the month at<br />
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SPECIAL EVENTS - YOUTH<br />
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OUR STUDENT’S LIFELINES<br />
Become an essential part of a student’s life by signing up to<br />
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the participant goes out of town or leaves the residence for any<br />
time, you just temporarily un-subscribe and re-subscribe when<br />
you return. If the call goes unanswered, the computer will call<br />
back 3 times at 15-minute intervals. If there is still no answer,<br />
the Sheriff will dispatch a deputy or the local police. They will<br />
have with them a print out of information on the person that<br />
is not responding to the calls. This program was established<br />
by FBC Sheriff Milton Wright, Commissioner’s Court and Ken<br />
Whitt (FBC Sheriff’s Citizens Academy Alumni Assoc.) in 1998.<br />
Many police chiefs in the county are also participating in the<br />
program and will proceed with the welfare check for citizens<br />
of their community. To request more information or to enroll in<br />
this free and very beneficial program, please call the Sheriff’s<br />
Dept. at 281-341-4704.<br />
FORT BEND COUNTY “LEASH LAW”<br />
Animal control authorities are permitted to enter your Property<br />
to patrol and remove pets. Pets must be registered, licensed<br />
and inoculated as required by law.<br />
As a dog owner, you are responsible for the control of your<br />
dog. If your dog is one that ‘makes objectionable noise,’ you<br />
must make every effort to respect your Neighbor’s right to their<br />
‘peace and quiet.’<br />
When your dog is not in your yard, it is imperative that you keep<br />
your dog on a leash at all times. While your dog is friendly to<br />
you and your family, imagine the consequences if it were to harm<br />
someone while it was ‘roaming free.’<br />
Please respect other resident’s right to walk the common area<br />
ground without fear of attack from an unleashed dog.<br />
Laws are written to ensure that owned animals are confined<br />
to their property or kept on a leash to free a community of<br />
unrestrained and free-roaming animals. Although most dog<br />
bites occur on the property where the dog lives, unrestrained<br />
or free-roaming dogs do pose a substantial threat to the public.<br />
In addition, unrestrained animals are at increased risk of being<br />
bitten by rabies infected wildlife. Enforcement of restraint laws<br />
is essential in enhancing the animal control program’s efforts<br />
to reduce the risk of rabies in our community.<br />
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April 2016<br />
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The primary benefit of licensing animals is identification, should<br />
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• Ensures that rabies vaccination are current.<br />
• Allows for quick identification in case of a bite incident.<br />
• Provides revenue to offset the administration costs of the animal<br />
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Rabies vaccinations are a prerequisite for licensing dogs and cats<br />
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LOCAL GIRL SCOUTS ENGAGE IN HANDS-ON<br />
MEDICAL EMERGENCY LESSONS<br />
Houston Methodist Cinco Ranch Emergency Care Center hosted<br />
12 girl scouts from junior level troops 152015 and 152011 and<br />
nine parent chaperones on Saturday, Jan. 30 th . The young women<br />
had the opportunity to tour the facility and receive hands-on<br />
lessons regarding blood pressure testing, various pediatric treatments,<br />
stroke, radiology and other emergency services. Baystar<br />
EMS welcomes the girls to view the back of an ambulance, with<br />
one scout pretending to be a patient on a gurney.<br />
BOY SCOUTS<br />
HOMESCHOOL CUB SCOUT PACK 164<br />
HOMESCHOOL PACK 164<br />
Cub Scouts is a fun way to teach boys about character, respect,<br />
responsibility and many other traits. Pack 164 is a Christian,<br />
home school Cub Scout Pack that services the Greater West<br />
Houston/<strong>Katy</strong> area. Pack 164 promotes service to God, to<br />
country and to others. If you are interested and your son is<br />
entering 1 st through 5 th grade, please contact Jack M. Jones at<br />
281-558-5722.<br />
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SPORTS<br />
KATY YMCA<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> YMCA Summer Program Registration is NOW in progress. Limited Space<br />
available. Plan ahead so your child doesn’t miss out on summer fun! Contact<br />
the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or check out our website: ymcahouston.org.<br />
SWIM LESSONS: The Y has been teaching swim lessons for over 100 years! All<br />
ages and ability levels welcome. Morning, evening, group and private sessions<br />
available.<br />
SUMMER DAY CAMP: Ages 6-15. No one does camp like the Y! Held at the<br />
YMCA’s 220 acre Camp Cinco, located behind Creech Elementary. Drop off as<br />
early as 7 AM, pick up as late as 6:30 PM. Swimming, field trips, rock wall, ropes<br />
course, zip line, archery, nature trails and more. Reserve your space today!<br />
SUMMER SPORTS & SPECIALTY CAMPS: Basketball, NFL Flag Football, Soccer,<br />
Volleyball, Tennis, Club Volleyball, Toddler Fitness, Cheer, Dance and Jump<br />
Rope camps are offered for ages 6-14. These camps are available various weeks<br />
throughout the summer and focus on a child’s specific interest.<br />
SUMMER YOUTH SPORTS REGISTRATION: Ages 3-14. Choose from T-ball or<br />
Track and NFL Flag Football.<br />
YMCA HEALTHY KIDS DAY: Held at: <strong>Katy</strong> Family YMCA on Saturday, April 30 th ,<br />
10 AM-1 PM. Join us for Healthy Kids Day! Summer Activity Showcase for healthy<br />
kids and families, face painting, games, fitness demonstrations and more. Stop<br />
by to find out about summer sports, day camp and swim lessons. No joining fee<br />
if you join the Y April 18 th -May 2 nd ! Save up to $125.<br />
KATY GIRLS SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION REGISTRATION<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> Girls Softball Association has been providing an equal opportunity softball<br />
program for girl’s ages 4-17 years old, at any skill level for over 30 years. Registration<br />
is now open for the Spring 2016 season. Every girl makes a team and<br />
every girl plays. Registration can be completed Online or in person. Please visit<br />
our website, www.kgsa.org for forms and dates or any other info. If you have<br />
any questions, please email bwpate@hotmail.com.<br />
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SPRING CLEANUP SPECIAL<br />
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NEW TENNIS ORGANIZATION FOR THE KATY AREA<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> Area Tennis (KAT) is the newest, non-profit tennis organization meeting the<br />
needs of all tennis players in the <strong>Katy</strong> area. Our goal is to provide a wide range of<br />
programming for tennis players as well as to promote the game in the <strong>Katy</strong> area.<br />
Registration is currently open for a variety of leagues, ladders and tournaments<br />
that include singles, doubles and mixed doubles for all ages and skill levels. For<br />
more information, visit our website at http://katyareatennis.org.<br />
TRACK HOUSTON YOUTH TRACK CLUB<br />
Track Houston is the nation’s largest and most successful youth track and field<br />
organization. Our goal is to assist interested boys and girls ages 6 to18 years old<br />
in improving their physical fitness, mental stamina and teamwork skills through<br />
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<strong>Katy</strong> <strong>Communicator</strong><br />
April 2016<br />
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KATY CANOE & KAYAK CLUB (KC/KC)<br />
Join a non-profit club - free of charge. We meet every 3 rd<br />
Wednesday of each month at Borders Bar & Grill Restaurant<br />
(NE corner of Westgreen & I-10 in <strong>Katy</strong>). We post different water<br />
trips and outdoor adventures on the Meet Up Group Website.<br />
Don’t know if you prefer to canoe or kayak? Don’t buy something<br />
just to buy it… try out different boats. These trips will help<br />
you decide what you like or if you even like to paddle. We can<br />
help! We have years of water sports adventures under our belts.<br />
We don’t sell boats or boat gear, but we do have kayaks and<br />
canoes and/or we know people who have kayaks and canoes.<br />
Must be at least 21 years of age to borrow a kayak or canoe (ID<br />
Required). Must be at least 18 years of age to join (ID Required).<br />
No minors allowed in this club.<br />
For more information, call Philip or Tisha at 713-826-5705 or<br />
281-782-7252. Email: mantarayinfo@mantaraydivers.com.<br />
NETBALL CLUBS<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> Swifts Netball Club invites people to come and learn about<br />
netball and have some fun playing a great team sport. Open<br />
to everyone from eight years and up including adults. Contact<br />
katynetball@netballamerica for further information. <strong>Katy</strong> Swifts<br />
is now in its second season.<br />
Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men and youth to join<br />
in, play and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British School<br />
of Houston. Contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for<br />
further information.<br />
You can also “like” the Texas Netball Association on Facebook<br />
to see regular announcements about netball in the Lonestar<br />
State! Also visit netballamerica.com for general information<br />
about netball in America.<br />
WOMEN’S FLAT TRACK ROLLER DERBY<br />
Southwest Houston’s own brand new women’s flat track roller<br />
derby team is now forming. This isn’t the old school roller derby<br />
you’ve seen in the past. We train derby athletes to compete<br />
according to the rules and guidelines set forth by WFTDA, the<br />
Women’s Flat Track Derby Association. We are actively recruiting<br />
skaters, referees and volunteers. Skaters must be female and<br />
18 or older. Referees and volunteers must be 18 or older. Email<br />
us at yellowrosederbygirls@yahoo.com for more information.<br />
You can also find us at www.yellowrosederbygirls.com and on<br />
Facebook. Join up now to become an integral part in founding<br />
and building our league.<br />
VOLLEYBALL<br />
Please contact Dean at volleyballkaty@yahoo.com if you are<br />
interested in playing volleyball. You must be at least 18 years old<br />
and be able to play at intermediate level. We play at different<br />
locations in and around <strong>Katy</strong> area.<br />
KATY RUGBY CLUB<br />
Fun for all the family. All ages welcome - boys & girls. Training<br />
every Sunday 2-4 PM, at Beck Junior High school Football Field.<br />
For more information, visit www.katyrugbyclub.com<br />
KATY CAVALIER LACROSSE CLUB<br />
The <strong>Katy</strong> Cavalier Lacrosse Club invites you to come and see what<br />
Lacrosse is all about. Join us as we continue to bring one of the<br />
fastest growing team sports in the United States to the youth of<br />
<strong>Katy</strong>. <strong>Katy</strong> Cavalier Lacrosse Club offers lacrosse for boys from<br />
Kindergarten to 8 th Grade and the <strong>Katy</strong> Lady Cavaliers for Girls<br />
from Kindergarten thru High School. No experience needed. For<br />
more information visit our website,<br />
www.katycavalierlacrosse.org.<br />
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Did you play Lacrosse in college, coached lacrosse or just love<br />
the sport? We are looking for Coaches for boys and girls. Please<br />
contact us for more information if you would like to volunteer<br />
and be a part of the <strong>Katy</strong> Cavalier Lacrosse Club, 281-942-8822.<br />
WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE<br />
Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members.<br />
We invite you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco<br />
Ranch Golf Club. Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to<br />
meet new friends and have fun while improving golfing skills.<br />
For more information, contact the Pro Shop at Cinco Ranch,<br />
281-395-4653.<br />
CHURCH/RELIGIOUS INFORMATION<br />
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KATY CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION (KCWC)<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> Christian Women’s Connection (KCWC) will be hosting our<br />
Spring Luncheon on Thursday, April 28, 2016 at The Club at<br />
Falcon Point, 24503 Falcon Point Dr, <strong>Katy</strong>. We will be hosting a<br />
Spring Fashion Show presented by “The Walk In Closet,” which is<br />
located in <strong>Katy</strong>. The luncheon starts at 11 AM and ends at 1 PM.<br />
Mary Beal from College Station will be our guest speaker. Mary<br />
will talk to us about what having Christ in her life has meant.<br />
The luncheon is $18 per person. KCWC is part of Stonecroft<br />
Ministries, a ministry for women, which provides Bible Studies,<br />
Prayer Connections and fellowship luncheons around the US.<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> Christian Women also sponsors monthly Prayer Coffees.<br />
These are held on the second Thursday of each month. Please<br />
call for April and May’s locations.<br />
For more information or to RSVP for the luncheon, please email<br />
Nancy at <strong>Katy</strong>cwc@gmail.com or call 281-232-8338.<br />
KATY WOMEN’S AGLOW<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> Women’s Aglow, a part of Aglow International, is a local,<br />
spirit-filled women’s ministry fellowship. We meet monthly, usually<br />
on the fourth Tuesday. We come together for fellowship,<br />
to worship and to hear inspirational speakers and testimonies,<br />
as well as for special events. <strong>Katy</strong> Women’s Aglow is a great<br />
place to make new friends! View our website for information<br />
about current Bible studies. Prayer meetings, special events and<br />
speaker biographies, www.katyaglow.com.<br />
For more details about <strong>Katy</strong> Aglow and Aglow International, go<br />
online to katyaglow.com or contact Yvonne Andrews at<br />
281-793-8616.<br />
PROPHETIC BIBLE STUDY FROM THE TORAH<br />
Prophetic Bible Study from the Torah starting with Leviticus chapter<br />
23, “the feasts of the Lord,” using authentic Hebrew Scrolls<br />
and the New Testament. The lessons are in English, Chinese<br />
and partially finished in the Russian language. Lessons are web<br />
based until a group study is formed in <strong>Katy</strong> http://scrolls4all.org.<br />
Contact: Gary Zimmerman scrolls4all.org@gmail.com.<br />
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TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH<br />
SENIOR ADULT NEWS<br />
Trinity Baptist Church Senior Adults get together on Monday<br />
afternoons from 1-4 PM for a time of fellowship, prayer and<br />
games... Come join the fun!<br />
Trinity Baptist Church is located at 10000 Spring Green Blvd.<br />
(corner of Spring Green and Fry). For more information, visit<br />
www.trinity-katy.org or call the church office at 281-579-6724.<br />
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April 2016<br />
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EPIPHANY BINGO<br />
Epiphany conducts their bingo games every Friday night except holidays. THERE<br />
IS NO SMOKING ALLOWED DURING ALL BINGO GAMES. They have security,<br />
lighted parking, big screen color monitor, computerized bingo equipment, snack<br />
bar and large cash prizes. Profits benefit charitable outreach programs. Epiphany<br />
Catholic Church, Church Community Center, 1530 Norwalk Dr. (between Fry and<br />
Mason Roads, south of I-10 behind Nottingham Subdivision) off Highland Knolls.<br />
Early bird games begin at 7:30 PM and regular games at 8 PM. For more info,<br />
call the bingo hall number at 281-578-3905.<br />
ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH BINGO<br />
At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown <strong>Katy</strong>, “BINGO” is being<br />
played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except Holidays. Doors open at 7<br />
PM, games start at 7:15 PM with four Early Bird games. Regular games start at 7:30<br />
PM. All profits will benefit community outreach and Religious Education programs.<br />
The Church is located in downtown <strong>Katy</strong> at 5356 Eleventh St. You can get to the<br />
church if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to <strong>Katy</strong>land Rd. Turn right at the light, go to the<br />
second stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left and the Church Hall will be<br />
on your right one block down. For more info., call 281-391-4758.<br />
SAINT EDITH STEIN CATHOLIC CHURCH FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO<br />
Friday night BINGO is held the first Friday of February, May, June and<br />
August. This will be a fun evening for the entire family. Everyone<br />
can play including children. We offer a smoke and alcohol<br />
free environment. Cash prizes awarded for Regular BINGO and<br />
Special Games will range from $15 to $100. Snacks and refreshments<br />
will also be available. Doors open at 6:30 PM for BINGO<br />
card presales. Early Bird BINGO starts at 7 PM, Regular BINGO<br />
starts at 7:30 PM. All BINGO events at Saint Edith Stein Catholic<br />
Church are operated under a license issued by the Texas Lottery<br />
Commission.<br />
2016 BINGO<br />
May 6, 2016 Jun 3, 2016 Aug 3, 2016 Dec 9, 2016<br />
Location: Carmel Hall, Saint Edith Stein Catholic Church,<br />
3311 N. Fry Road, <strong>Katy</strong>, TX 77449<br />
• Home Inspections<br />
• Seller’s Pre-Listing Inspection<br />
• 11th Month Builders’s Warranty Inspection<br />
• New Construction/Draw- Down Inspections<br />
• Pool & Spa Inspections<br />
• InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector ®<br />
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PECKHAM PARK ACTIVITIES<br />
These classes are free with priority to Harris Co. residents.<br />
5597 Gardenia, 281-391-4482 - web www.pct3.hctx.net<br />
PRIORITY IS GIVEN TO HARRIS COUNTY RESIDENTS<br />
AMERICAN RED CROSS CLASSES - Community Lay Responder:<br />
Cost is $27, check or money order only & no refunds. This class is<br />
on Friday May 6, 2016, 1 PM-5 PM. Includes Adult CPR with AED,<br />
Infant/Child CPR and Standard First Aid. Registration will begin<br />
4/4/16 for Harris County Resident (HC) & those who reside with<br />
the <strong>Katy</strong> City Limits (KCL), 4/5/16 for those who reside outside<br />
Harris County and or the City Limits of <strong>Katy</strong>.<br />
MARY JO PECKHAM PARK FISHING LAKE: The lake is a stocked.<br />
Rules are posted out by the lake. Park hours are 6 AM-10 PM. If<br />
you have questions, please call the Parks Office at 281-531-1592.<br />
ONGOING CLASSES<br />
LAND -<br />
CARDIO MIX - Mondays - 10:30 AM-11:30 AM.<br />
ZUMBA - Tuesdays - 11 AM-12 PM (HC & KCL residents call<br />
Tuesday starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call<br />
Tuesday starting at 10 AM) & Thursdays 5 PM - 6 PM (HC & KCL<br />
residents, call Thursday starting at 7 AM for reservations, other<br />
counties call Thursday starting at 10 AM).<br />
PILATES - Fridays - 10:30 AM-11:30 AM.<br />
YOGA – Yoga postures exercise every part of the body, stretching<br />
and toning the muscles and joints, the spine and the skeletal<br />
system. It also reduces physical and mental tension, leaving you<br />
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feeling calm and refreshed. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 AM<br />
- 10:45 AM & Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30 PM-6:30 PM.<br />
MEDITATION - An ancient Chinese art of mind-body relaxation<br />
and healing. Its benefits include increased energy, enhanced<br />
concentration, stress reduction. Saturdays, 9 AM - 10:30 AM.<br />
KARATE - The American Society of Karate has classes for ages<br />
6 years and up. For more information call Ian Ekblad-Frank<br />
at 832-722-8819 or theninjastar2@yahoo.com (email). Must<br />
register for each session. Tuesdays, 6 PM-7 PM - Junior class<br />
6-12 years and Tuesdays, 7 PM-8 PM - Senior class 13 & up.<br />
FITNESS MACHINES – This is a time when you can work out on<br />
your own on the fitness equipment. You must be 16 year and<br />
up & bring a full size towel and wear atheletic shoes. Various<br />
times available daily. The machines are closed during class times.<br />
POOL -<br />
WATER AEROBICS - This one hour class is low-impact, which<br />
is easy on the joints. Monday-Friday, 9:05 AM-10:05 AM.<br />
Monday & Wednesday 5:45 PM-6:45 PM.<br />
ARTHRITIS AQUATICS - This class consists of range of motion,<br />
muscle strengthening and endurance-building activities. Mondays,<br />
Wednesdays & Fridays, 11 AM - 12 PM.<br />
DEEP WATER AEROBICS - This hour class is a high cardio vascular<br />
workout. A flotation device is advised. Monday - Friday,<br />
8 AM - 9 AM.<br />
RECREATIONAL SWIM (call to reserve a spot) - There is no lap<br />
swimming at this time. Friday, 5 PM-6:30 PM - Saturday &<br />
Sunday, 2:30 PM-4 PM.<br />
SPLASH TIME - This is a time where individuals or families can<br />
come to play in the SHALLOW end of the pool. Children must<br />
be 5 years and under and must be accompanied by an adult or<br />
parent. Reservations may be made 1 day in advance for Harris<br />
County residents & those who reside within the <strong>Katy</strong> City Limits.<br />
Other counties may call the day of the Splash time. Monday-<br />
Thursday - 2 PM-3 PM.<br />
LAP SWIM/WATER WALK - Various times daily.<br />
AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS - Ages 6 months -<br />
Adults. Call or come in to get schedule for lessons.<br />
SPECIAL PET SHELTERS<br />
DREAM DACHSHUND RESCUE is a local, non-profit 501(c)<br />
(3) organization committed to rescuing abandoned, stray and<br />
owner-surrendered Dachshunds. We are an all-volunteer rescue<br />
and we’re looking for qualified foster homes to provide food,<br />
water, shelter and love to rescued Dachshunds while they wait<br />
for a loving forever family to fall in love and adopt them. All<br />
DREAM Dachshunds are spayed and neutered, current on all<br />
vaccines, receive dental care if needed and are fully examined<br />
and treated - if necessary, by our certified veterinarians. DREAM<br />
covers the cost of any and all medical treatment and monthly<br />
heartworm preventative while dogs are in foster care. If you<br />
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PUGHEARTS OF HOUSTON - PugHearts of Houston is a nonprofit<br />
rescue dedicated to giving unwanted and neglected Pugs<br />
a second chance. It is staffed by a network of volunteers in and<br />
around the greater Houston, TX area. All of our dogs are in private<br />
foster homes throughout the area where they learn to live<br />
(some of them for the first time) in a home with foster siblings<br />
and parents who teach them how to be part of a loving family.<br />
There are many ways in which you can donate to PugHearts of<br />
Houston, be it with your time, your skills, adopting, fostering or<br />
by making a financial donation. For more information, please<br />
visit www.pughearts.com.<br />
RESCUE - REHABILITATE - REHOME LONE STAR BOXER RES-<br />
CUE Lone Star Boxer Rescue is a nonprofit 501(C)(3) organization<br />
dedicated to the health and well being of the boxer breed.<br />
LSBR is run and managed by volunteers. Our main objective is<br />
to rescue, rehabilitate, and re-home boxers that come to us from<br />
many sources including local animal shelters, owner surrenders,<br />
and strays. Call 713-464-1381 or visit our website - www.lsbr.<br />
org, P.O. Box 541286 Houston, TX 77254-1286, email - info@<br />
lsbr.org.<br />
ADOPT A PET - ADOPT A CAT, a non-profit cat shelter, has<br />
cats available for adoption at the Petco at Hwy. 6 and FM 529<br />
on the 1 st and 3 rd Saturdays of each month from 12:30 to<br />
5:00 PM. Pets of the Week are always at Petco and available<br />
for adoption. The $70 fee includes spay / neuter, FeLV and FIV<br />
testing, some shots and de-worming. Call 281-580-6652 for<br />
more information.<br />
CITIZENS FOR ANIMAL PROTECTION IS A NON-PROFIT<br />
SHELTER - Make a Ddfference in the life of an Orphan Animal -<br />
Adopt - Located at 17555 <strong>Katy</strong> Freeway, Houston, TX 77094. We<br />
are a unique example of humane housing for homeless animals<br />
& open 7 days a week. CAP’s Pet Supply Shop has everything<br />
you need for your pet or for the people that love them and at a<br />
reasonable price. Monday - Friday, 11 AM - 5 PM, Saturday<br />
10 AM - 4 PM and Sunday, 1 PM - 5 PM. For more information,<br />
call 281-497-0591, www.cap4pets.org.<br />
DACHSHUND RESCUE OF HOUSTON - We are a small group<br />
of volunteers right here in Houston and the surrounding areas<br />
and we love dachshunds! Our primary mission is to rescue (from<br />
pounds and shelters) purebred (and a few mixed) dachshunds<br />
that end up alone, abandoned and/or abused and for many of<br />
them, it can be an 11 th hour rescue. All of our rescued dachsies<br />
receive a complete health evaluation by our accredited veterinary<br />
clinics and are either spayed or neutered (if not already), given<br />
immunizations, dental care and are started on any necessary<br />
medical treatment(s). Our focus following rescue, is rehabilitation<br />
and relocation into a safe and loving foster home. If you think<br />
you might be interested in fostering or maybe even adopting,<br />
please join us at Dachshund Rescue of Houston on Facebook<br />
or visit us and our “dachsies in waiting” on our website at www.<br />
dachshundrescueofhouston.org. DRoH is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit<br />
organization. All donations are tax-deductible, no matter the<br />
amount.<br />
ALL TEXAS DACHSHUND RESCUE is a non-profit organization<br />
consisting of volunteers dedicated to the rescue and placement<br />
of Dachshunds and Dachshund mixes into foster or permanent<br />
homes. If you would like to become a foster parent or adopt one<br />
of these wonderful little dogs, please check us out on the web at<br />
www.ATDR.org or email info@atdr.org. FRIENDS OF BARC - a<br />
501c(3) non-profit corporation that supports the humane care<br />
and treatment of animals. Cats and dogs at BARC are longing<br />
for forever homes. Visit BARC at 3200 Carr St., Monday - Friday,<br />
11:30 AM -5:30 PM, Saturday - Sunday, noon – 4 PM.<br />
Or you can see animals at one of our many Pet Smart adoption<br />
locations listed on our web site. Donate - Send a tax-deductible<br />
donation to Friends of BARC. Donate online or send a check to<br />
Friends of BARC Inc., P.O. Box 70315, Houston, TX 77270. Spay<br />
or Neuter - Encourage friends and family to spay or neuter their<br />
pets. Foster - Save lives by getting animals out of the shelter and<br />
preparing them for their forever homes. Volunteer - We have<br />
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FriendsofBARC.org or call 713-229-7300.<br />
GOLDEN BEGINNINGS GOLDEN RETRIEVER RESCUE is a<br />
non-profit organization, staffed solely by volunteers, devoted<br />
to providing rescue and necessary veterinary medical care for<br />
unwanted, neglected, abused, homeless and displaced Golden<br />
Retrievers. We strive to place our Goldens in adoptive homes<br />
where they will receive a lifetime of love. Call 281-480-4942<br />
or visit our website at www.gbgrr.org. GBGRR, PO Box 19848,<br />
Houston, TX 77224-9848.<br />
GOLDEN RETRIEVER RESCUE. Golden Retriever Rescue of<br />
Houston is a non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue,<br />
foster care, welfare and placement of Golden Retrievers in the<br />
Houston, Texas area. GRRH is an all-volunteer group that provides<br />
temporary shelter; quality medical care and permanent<br />
homes for unwanted, abused or abandoned Golden Retrievers.<br />
Call 713-521-9019. Or visit their website – www.grrh.<br />
org. Golden Retriever Rescue of Houston, Inc., PO Box 19594,<br />
Houston, TX 77224.<br />
GREYHOUND RESCUE - ADOPT A RETIRED ATHLETE! Greyhound<br />
Pets of America Inc. is a national non-profit organization<br />
dedicated to finding responsible homes for retired racing greyhounds.<br />
Since there is never a lack of dogs waiting for adoption,<br />
potential parents have the opportunity to meet several dogs. It<br />
is our goal to find the perfect match for both pet and owner. For<br />
more information on adoption, volunteering, greyhound merchandise<br />
and tax deductible donations please visit our website<br />
at www.gpahouston.org or you may call us at 713-667-3804.<br />
HORSE RESCUE needs members, foster homes and contributions,<br />
www.bluebonnetequine.org or 888-542-5163.<br />
BASSET BUDDIES RESCUE OF TEXAS - We are a 501(c)(3)<br />
non-profit organization staffed solely by volunteers devoted to<br />
the rescue of unwanted, abused, and homeless basset hounds in<br />
Houston, TX and surrounding regions. Bassets are rescued from<br />
shelters or received directly from owners who feel unable/unwilling<br />
to continue to care for them. Basset Buddies Rescue of Texas,<br />
PO Box 130244, Houston, TX 77219-0244, 281-303-5496.<br />
NOAH’S ARK is an independent community-supported nonprofit<br />
animal shelter that provides humane shelter and services<br />
for homeless, sick and abused animals. Through contributions<br />
from private individuals and organizations, the shelter is able<br />
to maintain its dedication to animals. Without the generous<br />
support of animal-lovers in this community and beyond. Visit<br />
the shelter at 18430 K-Z Road, Cypress, Texas 77433. For more<br />
information, visit our website at www.noahs-ark-sanctuary.org<br />
or call 281-351-NOAH.<br />
(SNAP) SPAY-NEUTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, INC. provides<br />
free (to qualified individuals) and low-cost (to all) spay/neuter<br />
and wellness services for domesticated dogs and cats, and feral<br />
cats. SNAP provides sterilization services, vaccinations, heartworm<br />
tests and preventative, and flea preventatives. SNAP is a<br />
non-profit organization that has mobile clinics, a surgery clinic<br />
and a wellness clinic and has volunteer opportunities. Please<br />
visit us online at www.snapus.org or the Surgery Clinic at 713-<br />
863-0010, the Wellness Clinic at 713-862-8001 or the Mobile<br />
Clinic at 713-522-2337.<br />
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SPECIAL PALS - Offers adoption, vaccines/wellness<br />
clinic, spay/neuter services,<br />
micro chipping and boarding. If you would<br />
like to donate to Special Pals, send your<br />
donation to: Special Pals, Inc, 3830 Greenhouse<br />
Road, Houston, TX 77084. Special<br />
Pals is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization,<br />
we need your help in supporting our<br />
animal shelter. We are located at 3830<br />
Greenhouse Road, Houston, Texas 77084,<br />
281-579-PETS (7387). Hours are: Closed<br />
Mondays for low cost spay & neuter, Open<br />
Tuesday - Sunday 12 - 4 PM.<br />
S.T.A.A.R. (SOUTH TEXAS ANIMAL<br />
ADOPTION RESOURCE) is dedicated to<br />
rescuing, rehabilitating and finding loving<br />
homes for dogs that have been discarded,<br />
or neglected. We are a no-kill, not for<br />
profit organization that is run entirely by<br />
volunteers. We hope that you enjoy our<br />
website, and that what you find there informs,<br />
endears and enlightens. Maybe you<br />
too will become a part of the ever-growing<br />
S.T.A.A.R. family. Visit us at www.staarnet.<br />
org to see pictures of the available dogs or<br />
you can call 281-392-0927. Please donate<br />
online or by mail to: P.O. Box 6575, <strong>Katy</strong>,<br />
Texas, 77491.<br />
WEIMARANER RESCUE OF NORTH<br />
TEXAS has wonderful Weims available for<br />
immediate adoption in the Houston area.<br />
Visit www.weimrescuetexas.org for details<br />
or call 972-994-3572. Foster homes for<br />
these marvelous dogs are also urgently<br />
needed. Houston area Wiemarner’s can<br />
be found at this website.<br />
RECIPES<br />
CARAMEL POPCORN WITH MARSHMALLOW<br />
You could make this on National Caramel Popcorn Day April 6 th !<br />
INGREDIENTS:<br />
23 large marshmallows 2 cups brown sugar<br />
1/4 cup light corn syrup (such as Karo®) 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 and vanilla extract<br />
together in a pot over medium-low heat until the marshmallows are completely melted,<br />
5 to 7 minutes.<br />
Put the popcorn in a large bowl; pour the marshmallow mixture over the popcorn and<br />
gently stir with a big spoon to coat. http://allrecipes.com<br />
FRESH BLUEBERRY PIE<br />
You could make this on National Blueberry Pie Day April 28 th !<br />
INGREDIENTS:<br />
1 cup white sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch<br />
1 cup water<br />
4 tablespoons lemon flavored Jell-O® mix 4 cups fresh blueberries<br />
1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust<br />
DIRECTIONS:<br />
In a medium saucepan, mix together the sugar and cornstarch. Pour in water and bring<br />
to a full boil. Turn off heat and add in gelatin; stir until completely dissolved. Let cool.<br />
When mixture is cooled fold in blueberries. Gently pour into the graham cracker crust.<br />
Cover and refrigerate for about an hour or until ready to serve.<br />
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Sofa, brownish-gold fabric with dark brown wood trim, $120; Accent<br />
chair, red, gold and brown print with dark wood, round feet<br />
like the sofa, $70. Pictures available on request, 281-858-4809.<br />
Student Clarinet, Leblanc, $400.<br />
Email touchdowntexans822@gmail.com.<br />
2 burial plots, Memorial Oaks Cemetery, I-10 and Eldridge,<br />
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Pictures available. Will take PayPal and pay transfer fee.<br />
281-550-2480.<br />
Deluxe ferret cage and lots of accessories, excellent condition,<br />
$75; Solid oak coffee table, $40. Text 832-444-4814 for pics.<br />
Rolling computer desk, 32 ½” W x 19 ½” D x 31” H, keyboard tray<br />
w/multiple shelves for computer components, cherry finish, $60.<br />
Email kamtsberg@comcast.net for photos or call 281-398-3098.<br />
Yamaha Open Hole Flute PL2, Silver model YFL-281 with case.<br />
Pre owned, great condition, $400. 713-253-2830.<br />
Beautiful Patio One outdoor furniture for sale. Style: Madrid<br />
Crescent sofa & loveseat made by Prestige. There is a 15 year<br />
warranty for the hand finished aluminum furniture. Purchased<br />
6/2011 for $4,500. Replaced cushions last summer with Patio<br />
One cushions for $3,515. The furniture is on our covered patio<br />
w/ 2 walls out of direct sunlight. Sofa: 3 cushions - 95” x 34” x<br />
40”. Loveseat: 2 cushions - 70” x 34” x 40”. Can send photos,<br />
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Contact: dboswell@houston9.com, 713-896-8289.<br />
Left-handed golf clubs Taylormade R-11 9, 15.5 stiff shafts, Lynx<br />
Parallax 15 reg. shaft, Callaway FT 4 thru PW uniflex shafts,<br />
Cleveland Tour Action wedge 56, Ping Craz-e Putter, stand bag,<br />
umbrella, good condition. Make offer, call Jack 281-382-4030.<br />
Strasburg children’s flower girl dresses, NWT, discontinued, in<br />
white (size 3) and ivory (size 3), new $109.99, selling for $50.<br />
They all have loops for a sash. Also have 2 with embellishments,<br />
ivory (sizes 4, 6), matching ivory sash included, new $136.99,<br />
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morning get dressed, get in and out of bed and occasionally<br />
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Great way to earn extra money. Call 281-703-2196.<br />
HELP WANTED<br />
Advertising company - looking for sales/home welcomers in<br />
77494, 77450 or 77433. Work part time on your own schedule.<br />
Visit new homeowners in your area and go over a packet of<br />
information. Add businesses to the packet and earn unlimited<br />
$. Call 281-855-6589 for more information.<br />
Do you like golf, the outdoors, meeting people and fun? We are<br />
hiring at the Bear Creek Golf Course, all positions, Greeters,<br />
food and beverage, Pro-Shop and maintenance. Pick up applications<br />
at the Pro-Shop, 16001 Clay Road, Houston, TX 77084.<br />
Register Tapes Unlimited (A 25 year old advertising firm) is looking<br />
for Inside Sales/Telemarketing reps to work in our corporate office<br />
call center in the Houston/<strong>Katy</strong> area. We have a contract with over<br />
10,000 major grocery chains in 47 states and Western Canada.<br />
Heavy Cold Calling to Business Owners to set appointments for<br />
outside reps, $15/ Hour plus Commissions and Bonuses. Full<br />
Time M-F. No Late nights or weekends, great environment. You<br />
will be eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/401K & PTO day<br />
benefits after 60 days. No Experience needed: www.rtui.com. To<br />
apply, send resume to jamelyn.brown@rtui.com.<br />
Pool Cleaner position available. Must have your own vehicle.<br />
Valid drivers license and insurance required. Background<br />
working with pools. Background check is required. Will train.<br />
Opportunity to move up into repair work. Make up to $600+ a<br />
week depends on experience and number of pools per week.<br />
We are a Leslie’s approved company. Constant referrals. Call<br />
713-295-0797 or email resume to jpuctx@yahoo.com.<br />
Looking for people to work in the field services, crew workers and<br />
helpers to work on servicing irrigation systems for growing Irrigation<br />
Company, no experience needed, will train. Must have own<br />
transportation and clean driver’s license. Growth opportunity,<br />
Northwest Houston area. Email: sprinklerworkers@gmail.com.<br />
<strong>Katy</strong> Memorial Power Washing is seeking a power washing and<br />
roof cleaning technician. Requirements: must be a self-starter,<br />
flexible, team player, willing and able to work multiple jobs with<br />
minimum supervision; must be able to work on max height 2<br />
story roofs; have a good driving record; must have experience<br />
towing a 12’ trailer and be proficient at backing trailer; no prior<br />
experience power washing or roof cleaning necessary, we train;<br />
live in the <strong>Katy</strong>, Texas area. Submit your resume via email to<br />
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Dependable Comfort Air & Heat is now hiring licensed technicians,<br />
installers and helpers. Competitive pay and 100% health coverage<br />
paid. Training available. 281-578-7245. Plumbers or Apprentices<br />
for repair. Bilingual preferred. Please call 281-256-2239.<br />
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Housekeepers needed. Great hours for moms with school age<br />
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BOARDERS/ROOMMATES<br />
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TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES<br />
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use with the main occupant being over 40. Weekly rates start at<br />
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Call or text Art, 713-247-9507, who has been <strong>Katy</strong> homeowner<br />
for 30 yrs. Text San Diego Apt., your name and email address to<br />
receive more information and pictures.<br />
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Timeshare: rent a lovely condo for a full week in Hawaii. Sleeps<br />
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Las Vegas Timeshare: On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4,<br />
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281-543-2409.<br />
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