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VILLAGES AT LAKEPOINTE IMPORTANT INFORMATION<br />
EMERGENCY: 911<br />
Cy-Fair Fire Dept. (non-emergency) • 713-466-4073<br />
Sheriff Dept. (non-emergency) • 713-221-6000<br />
Non-emergencies include anything suspicious, though non-life thre<strong>at</strong>ening.<br />
Officer Glentzer • 713-471-1882<br />
FIRSTSERVICE RESIDENTIAL<br />
M<strong>at</strong>thew Maier (Mgr.) 713-932-1122<br />
m<strong>at</strong>thew.maier@fsresidential.com<br />
POOL COMPANY<br />
Sweetw<strong>at</strong>er Pools 281-988-8480<br />
UTILITIES:<br />
Entex - Gas 713-659-2111<br />
Reliant Energy - Electricity 713-983-3602<br />
MUD #370 - W<strong>at</strong>er/Sewer 713-405-1750<br />
Waste Mgmt. - Trash 713-686-6666<br />
COUNTY COMMISSIONER:<br />
Jack Cagle • www.hcp4.net 281-353-8424<br />
COMMUNICATION AND VLP<br />
FirstService Residential (FSR) is the management<br />
company for <strong>Villages</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Lakepointe</strong>. M<strong>at</strong>thew Maier<br />
is our community manager. He can be reached <strong>at</strong><br />
m<strong>at</strong>thew.maier@fsresidential.com or by phone<br />
<strong>at</strong> 713-932-1122. To ensure th<strong>at</strong> you receive all<br />
communic<strong>at</strong>ion from FSR, please do the following:<br />
• Send your contact inform<strong>at</strong>ion, including your<br />
current email, to m<strong>at</strong>thew.maier@fsresidential.com.<br />
• Be sure to upd<strong>at</strong>e your inform<strong>at</strong>ion should it change.<br />
• Check your spam folder and add FSR Community<br />
Manager to your contacts. FSR commonly sends out<br />
important messages to residents via the eblast system.<br />
• Residents can also call 713- 932-1122 with any<br />
questions regarding the community.<br />
A new VLP website is in the works! It will be more<br />
inform<strong>at</strong>ive, interactive and accessible than the<br />
previous site. It will fe<strong>at</strong>ure inform<strong>at</strong>ion ranging<br />
from community activities to business documents.<br />
In addition, you will find contact inform<strong>at</strong>ion for<br />
FirstService Residential, your Board of Directors,<br />
local schools and even utilities listed here. It will be<br />
quite a reference for many of your needs. This is also<br />
where you report streetlights th<strong>at</strong> are out.<br />
Please note: The website is a general community<br />
site and no particular individual or group manages<br />
the site regularly for resident questions. If you have<br />
questions regarding records or have specific issues<br />
with something th<strong>at</strong> needs immedi<strong>at</strong>e <strong>at</strong>tention, call<br />
or email FirstService Residential personally.<br />
To register for the new website, send M<strong>at</strong>thew Maier, your<br />
email address. Upon receiving your email, you will get<br />
further instructions on how to register for the new website.<br />
Monthly Board Meetings<br />
The best way to particip<strong>at</strong>e in building a safe and<br />
well-connected community is to <strong>at</strong>tend the monthly<br />
Board meetings. This is the most effective way to<br />
stay upd<strong>at</strong>ed, make suggestions and to have all your<br />
questions answered. The HOA and FSR is pleased<br />
to meet neighbors. We encourage your support and<br />
particip<strong>at</strong>ion. When: The meetings are often held the<br />
first Monday evening of each month (except on<br />
Holidays) <strong>at</strong> the community center.<br />
Notific<strong>at</strong>ion: You should receive an email notice from<br />
FSR regarding the meeting details the Friday before<br />
the meeting. If for some reason, you do not receive<br />
an email, please check your spam folder and also ask<br />
your neighbor/s about it.<br />
We look forward to seeing you <strong>at</strong> the next Board<br />
Meeting!<br />
<strong>Villages</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Lakepointe</strong> | <strong>December</strong> <strong>2016</strong><br />
SCHOOLS<br />
Lee Elementary 713-849-8281<br />
Truitt Middle School 281-856-1100<br />
Cy-Ridge High School 281-807-8000<br />
www.cfisd.net<br />
HOME IMPROVEMENTS<br />
AND TREE TRIMMING<br />
While we all love home improvements, please be sure<br />
to obtain approval prior to beginning. A complete list<br />
of the deed restrictions can be found on the website,<br />
as well as through FirstService Residential. These items<br />
are mand<strong>at</strong>ory, meaning all residents must abide by<br />
them. Things such as landscaping, painting or staining,<br />
adding iron driveway fences, mailboxes, storm doors<br />
and additions such as sheds, g<strong>at</strong>es or pergolas are on<br />
the list. The architectural committee enforces deed<br />
restrictions <strong>at</strong> all times and it is taken very seriously.<br />
Forms for ARC Committee approval are on the website.<br />
Some simple things th<strong>at</strong> help keep our neighborhood<br />
beautiful are:<br />
• Keeping your grass cut regularly, bushes trimmed<br />
and beds free of weeds<br />
• Keeping tree limbs trimmed high enough so th<strong>at</strong><br />
people walking do not get hurt and street signs can<br />
be easily seen<br />
• Replacing dead shrubbery - required along street<br />
facing fencing<br />
• Keeping fences stained with the approved colors:<br />
Behr Exterior Wood Stain in Terra Cotta (DP-396),<br />
Cappuccino Solid (DP-529) and Valise Solid (SC-123).<br />
Please note th<strong>at</strong> FirstService Residential will be<br />
sending letters to residents th<strong>at</strong> are non-compliant.<br />
These deed restrictions are mand<strong>at</strong>ory, not a choice!<br />
By complying with the guidelines, we maintain a<br />
consistently beautiful neighborhood. Plus, it helps<br />
property values!<br />
Please take a look <strong>at</strong> your trees to determine if they<br />
need <strong>at</strong>tention. There are many companies available<br />
(various companies advertise in this newsletter) to<br />
trim trees in order to make it safer for everyone out<br />
and about in VLP.<br />
LITTER/TRASH FAQS - KEEP YOUR<br />
NEIGHBORHOOD CLEAN<br />
In the recent past, there has been an uptick in litter<br />
lining the streets of the VLP subdivision. Each resident<br />
needs to be come more proactive when it comes to<br />
disposing of “litter” including cigarette butts. Wh<strong>at</strong><br />
constitutes litter? Litter is trash th<strong>at</strong> is not disposed<br />
of properly in a trashcan. When it’s in the trashcan, it<br />
becomes garbage. The following items are definitely<br />
and undeniably litter:<br />
<br />
• Cigarette butts<br />
• Gum and gum wrappers<br />
• Plastic w<strong>at</strong>er bottles<br />
• Beer/wine containers<br />
VAL HOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS<br />
Brian Brown<br />
Emily Pruiett<br />
Laura Blount<br />
Chuck Werninger<br />
Priyanka Agarwal<br />
brianbrown.tx@gmail.com<br />
e.pruiett@sbcglobal.net<br />
lblount1@comcast.net<br />
chuckw@gmail.com<br />
priyankag77@gmail.com<br />
Please be aware th<strong>at</strong> littering is against the law<br />
and you can be fined up to $500 for trash less than<br />
or equal to five pounds or five gallons. Repe<strong>at</strong> the<br />
offense and you could face a fine up to $2,000 and<br />
180 days in jail. Any law enforcement officer in<br />
Texas can enforce these laws. Let’s all do our part<br />
in keeping our streets free of litter. The HOA has<br />
provided trashcans throughout the neighborhood<br />
to facilit<strong>at</strong>e easy disposing of litter while out on<br />
the streets. Together we can maintain a clean and<br />
beautiful neighborhood.<br />
BE A RESPONSIBLE PET OWNER<br />
It is required by law, to have all pets leashed while<br />
not inside your home or backyard. If someone is hurt<br />
due to your animal, you will be held liable.<br />
Common areas are for all to enjoy, so pick up after<br />
your pet. Additional trash receptacles have been<br />
installed to make this more convenient.<br />
There have been incidents of coyotes roaming VLP<br />
and reports th<strong>at</strong> some pets have been <strong>at</strong>tacked.<br />
Please be vigilant.<br />
PARKED CARS IN THE STREETS<br />
BE CONSIDERATE OF YOUR NEIGHBORS AND<br />
PARK IN YOUR DRIVEWAY! There have been<br />
numerous reports of vehicles being parked in the<br />
streets… so many cars and trucks th<strong>at</strong> emergency<br />
vehicles, school buses, mail carriers and waste<br />
management trucks cannot get down the streets of<br />
VLP. This has become a very dangerous situ<strong>at</strong>ion,<br />
should emergency vehicles need to get through. In<br />
addition, it is hazardous to residents walking and<br />
biking to navig<strong>at</strong>e through the parked cars when<br />
oncoming traffic is present. The trash company has<br />
informed us th<strong>at</strong> if they cannot pass through the<br />
parked cars, they will not be able to collect the trash.<br />
Cars will be checked for the length of time they are<br />
parked in the streets. Also, if service vehicles cannot<br />
get down the street due to obstruction by your<br />
vehicle, you could be held responsible.<br />
NO MOTORIZED VEHICLES<br />
ON THE GREENBELT<br />
Please note th<strong>at</strong> motorized vehicles, including 4<br />
wheelers and dirt bikes, should be not used on the<br />
greenbelt areas. This is a common area for all residents<br />
to enjoy and safety is an issue<br />
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BOY SCOUT TROOP 3<br />
Boys, are you yearning for exciting outdoor programs th<strong>at</strong> stir your<br />
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backpacking and off-road biking? Do you want to learn wilderness<br />
survival, cooking, first aid, orienteering and shooting skills? Scouting is<br />
Fun… with a Purpose - where boys grow into men instilled with values<br />
of duty to God and Country, community service, citizenship, leadership<br />
and self-confidence. Troop 3 is a boy-lead troop where the boys plan an<br />
exciting year-round outdoor program. We camp monthly and include<br />
rock climbing, backpacking and canoeing. Troop 3 also particip<strong>at</strong>es<br />
in a weeklong winter camp, as well as a weeklong summer camp. We<br />
welcome all young men, 11-18 years old to visit Boy Scout Troop 3 <strong>at</strong> 7:00<br />
PM Monday nights <strong>at</strong> Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center loc<strong>at</strong>ed<br />
<strong>at</strong> 8440 Greenhouse Road, Cypress. No previous scouting experience<br />
needed! Come see for yourself wh<strong>at</strong> Boy Scouts has to offer and visit with<br />
the Scouts to learn more about our troop. Please visit our website www.<br />
houstontroop3.com for more inform<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
PACK 4 CUB SCOUTS<br />
Come Join Pack 4 Cub Scouts <strong>at</strong> Lieder Elementary for the first 3<br />
Tuesdays of each month <strong>at</strong> 7 PM. We help turn young boys into men<br />
with fun and games while learning new skills th<strong>at</strong> will help them grow.<br />
We also work around tough sport schedules. So come see wh<strong>at</strong> Pack 4<br />
is all about!<br />
FIEST CUB SCOUT PACK 421<br />
Making lasting memories through fun and challenging experiences<br />
th<strong>at</strong> you and your first through fifth grade son can do together. Familyoriented,<br />
Cub Scout Pack 421 invites you to join us and give your son the<br />
opportunity to make life-long friends, develop a stronger bond with you,<br />
all while learning how to live by the code of “Do My Best.” Den meetings<br />
on either Tuesdays or Thursdays depending on Cub Den (Tiger, Wolf,<br />
Bear or Webelo) <strong>at</strong> 7 PM in Middleg<strong>at</strong>e and monthly pack meetings are<br />
on 3 rd Tuesday of each month <strong>at</strong> Fiest <strong>at</strong> 7 PM. Contact Stewart Hoehn<br />
<strong>at</strong> 708-476-6898 or Jennifer Hoehn <strong>at</strong> 708-476-6940 or sah1229@yahoo.<br />
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BOY SCOUT TROOP 573<br />
Boy Scouts of America Troop 573 is chartered through Christ the<br />
Redeemer C<strong>at</strong>holic Church and meets every Wednesday <strong>at</strong> 7:30 PM<br />
in the Church Community Center <strong>at</strong> 11507 Huffmeister Rd. Guests are<br />
always welcome to visit and <strong>at</strong>tend our Troop Meetings. The Boy Scouts<br />
of America is one of the n<strong>at</strong>ion’s largest and most prominent valuesbased<br />
youth development organiz<strong>at</strong>ions. The BSA provides a program for<br />
young people th<strong>at</strong> builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of<br />
particip<strong>at</strong>ing citizenship and develops personal fitness. Troop 573 is lead<br />
by our Youth Scouts with support from our Adult Volunteers. In addition<br />
to the weekly meetings, the Scouts in Troop 573 plan and organize<br />
monthly camping trips th<strong>at</strong> focus on a variety of activities including<br />
hiking, fishing, swimming, canoeing, horseback riding and more.<br />
Troop 573 also provides support for the Cy-Fair Community by<br />
particip<strong>at</strong>ing in Service Projects th<strong>at</strong> are organized and executed by<br />
Scouts earning their Eagle Rank. Troop 573’s focus on the Scout has led<br />
to a long list of Eagle Scouts th<strong>at</strong> have found success in educ<strong>at</strong>ion and<br />
careers thanks to their dedic<strong>at</strong>ion the Scout O<strong>at</strong>h and to help people<br />
<strong>at</strong> all times. You can learn more about BSA Troop 573 by <strong>at</strong>tending our<br />
Troop Meetings, online <strong>at</strong> www.troopmasterweb5.com/075636T or on<br />
Facebook <strong>at</strong> facebook.com/BSATroop573.<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, home<br />
school Cub Scout Pack th<strong>at</strong> services the Gre<strong>at</strong>er West Houston/K<strong>at</strong>y area.<br />
Pack 164 promotes service to God, to country and to others. If you are<br />
interested and your son is in 1 st through 5 th grade, please contact Jack M.<br />
Jones <strong>at</strong> 281-558-5722.<br />
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FREE CLASSES:<br />
• Zumba: Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 AM-10:15 AM<br />
• Yoga: Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 AM-10 AM<br />
• Party Bridge: Tuesdays, 12:30 PM-3:30 PM<br />
• Senior’s Game Day: Wednesdays, 1 PM-3:30 PM<br />
• Walk Aerobics: Fridays, 10:30 AM-11:30 AM<br />
• Pil<strong>at</strong>es: Fridays, 9:30 AM-10:15 AM<br />
Registr<strong>at</strong>ion Required on the Following:<br />
• Genealogy: <strong>December</strong> 13 th , 11 AM-1 PM<br />
Classes are free to the public unless supplies are needed for a particular<br />
subject. More activities and programs are being scheduled. For more<br />
inform<strong>at</strong>ion, email the center <strong>at</strong> juergenshallcc@pct3.com or call center<br />
staff 713-274-3188. Volunteer opportunities are available!!<br />
The Thomas A. Glazier Senior Educ<strong>at</strong>ion Center<br />
COMMISSIONER STEVE RADACK, HARRIS COUNTY PRECINCT THREE<br />
The Thomas A. Glazier Senior Educ<strong>at</strong>ion Center is loc<strong>at</strong>ed <strong>at</strong> 16600 Pine Forest<br />
Lane, 77084; one block south of the intersection of HWY. 6 and Clay Road. All<br />
classes/programs are FREE for Harris County residents aged 55+. Must register in<br />
person with photo ID in order to particip<strong>at</strong>e in the program and <strong>at</strong>tend all future<br />
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<strong>2016</strong> DECEMBER SCHEDULE<br />
- Spanish, French, Computer, Email, IPad, IPhone, Genealogy and W<strong>at</strong>ercolor<br />
Classes are available year-round.<br />
- Senior Boot Camp. Meets on all Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9-10 AM.<br />
- GYROKINESIS Chair Exercise Meets on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:30-<br />
10:30 AM and Fridays from 10:15-11:15 AM; therapeutic, gentle, healing, exercise<br />
class for all levels; helps deal with pain, stress and anxiety.<br />
- Laughter Yoga. Meets every Wednesday; Laughter is a positive energy which<br />
improves health, mood and encourages the body to fight disease. It is a powerful<br />
antidote for depression, high blood pressure and stress and helps the immune<br />
system, 10:30-11:30 AM.<br />
- Zumba Classes for seniors Monday-Friday <strong>at</strong> 8 AM.<br />
- Guided Medit<strong>at</strong>ion classes meet Tuesdays and Wednesdays <strong>at</strong> 9 AM and<br />
Medit<strong>at</strong>ion for Relax<strong>at</strong>ions meets Thursdays <strong>at</strong> 8:30 AM.<br />
- Chess Club meet up every Friday. Come practice str<strong>at</strong>egy skills with other<br />
seniors, 1-3 PM.<br />
- Dance Classes meet on Mondays from 10:15-11:15 AM and on Wednesdays from<br />
11 AM-Noon.<br />
- Bollywood Dancing and Bhangra with Simi Mondays and Fridays from 8-9 AM<br />
- Tai Chi meets on Mondays and Fridays from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM.<br />
- Line Dancing every Monday <strong>at</strong> 1 PM and 2 PM and Wednesday and Friday <strong>at</strong><br />
2:30.<br />
- Yoga every Friday <strong>at</strong> 1 PM.<br />
- Medit<strong>at</strong>ion Classes on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays<br />
- Seventy-Five Plus and Fabulous Support Meetup for seniors 75 plus meets every<br />
Tuesday from 11 AM-12 PM.<br />
- Yoga in Room 7 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 7:30-9 AM.<br />
- Chinese Medit<strong>at</strong>ion ‘Circle of Friends’ on Fridays, 11:30 AM-1:30 PM<br />
- Glazier Choir, Tuesdays, 1-2 PM<br />
- Midweek Fitness and Health Class, Tuesdays and Thursdays. For beginners or<br />
those with some physical limit<strong>at</strong>ions. 2:30-3:30 PM<br />
- Learn to Play Mah Jong. Wednesdays, 1-3 PM<br />
<strong>December</strong> 1 st : iPad Class. Please bring your charged iPad to class. 10 AM-12:30<br />
PM. Contemporary Book Club. Book to be announced. 1-2 PM<br />
Hollywood Gre<strong>at</strong>est Legends Series presents “Fred Astaire.” 1-2 PM<br />
<strong>December</strong> 2 nd : Classic Cinema Presents 1946s “The Best Years of Our Lives”<br />
starring Fredric March. Please bring snacks or lunch for intermission. 11:30 AM. “I<br />
Love Lucy” episode will be shown <strong>at</strong> 11 AM.<br />
<strong>December</strong> 5 th : Caregiving for the Caregiver. 10-11 AM<br />
<strong>December</strong> 6 th : The Human Immune System from Infancy to Old Age. 9-10 AM<br />
Digital Photography II. 10 AM-12 PM<br />
Flipster. Please bring your device and library card to learn how to download the<br />
free app. Reserve your se<strong>at</strong>. 10-11 AM<br />
Traveling to Asia: Vietnam, Singapore, Cambodia, Thailand and much more10:30-<br />
11:30 AM<br />
Fundamentals of Windows 10. 1-3 PM<br />
Wh<strong>at</strong> is a Transfer on De<strong>at</strong>h Deed? New law in Texas! 1-2 PM<br />
<strong>December</strong> 7 th : Book and Puzzle Swap. 10 AM-12 PM. Christmas Sing-a-long<br />
with hot chocol<strong>at</strong>e and cookies. 1-2 PM. Pinterest. This fun hands-on class is by<br />
reserv<strong>at</strong>ion only. 1-3 PM. Cre<strong>at</strong>ive Writing. Learn the essentials of writing fiction<br />
with Published author. 1-2 PM<br />
<strong>December</strong> 8 th : How to Forgive-Discover the Benefits you will Gain by Practicing<br />
Forgiveness. 10:30-11:30 AM<br />
Clarinet Quartet Christmas Concert. 1-2 PM<br />
<strong>December</strong> 9 th : Classic Cinema Presents 1944s “Meet Me in Saint Louis” with Judy<br />
Garland. Please bring snacks or lunch for intermission. 11:30 AM. “I Love Lucy”<br />
episode will be shown <strong>at</strong> 11 AM.<br />
<strong>December</strong> 12 th : Downloading eBooks, Audios and Magazines from home. Please<br />
Reserve your Se<strong>at</strong>. 10-11 AM<br />
<strong>December</strong> 13 th : Excel II. Please Reserve Se<strong>at</strong> in Advance. 10 AM-12:30 PM<br />
Yahoo email. 11 AM-1 PM<br />
Christmas Cooking in Glazier’s Kitchen. Please reserve your se<strong>at</strong>. 1-2 PM<br />
Amazing Packing Tips for Traveling Light. 1-2 PM<br />
<strong>December</strong> 19 th :Pinterest. This fun hands on class is by reserv<strong>at</strong>ion only. 1-3 PM<br />
<strong>December</strong> 20 th : Bring your grandchildren to meet a local author and illustr<strong>at</strong>or of<br />
children books. 11 AM-12 PM<br />
<strong>December</strong> 21 st : Unlock the Power to Heal-Your Gut Mission. 9-10 AM<br />
<strong>December</strong> 22 nd : Christmas Eve Pot Luck. Please bring a dish to share. Come and<br />
enjoy lunch with other participants.1-2 PM<br />
<strong>December</strong> 30 th : Classic Cinema Presents 1942s “The Man th<strong>at</strong> Came to Dinner”<br />
starring Bette Davis. Please bring snacks or lunch for intermission. 11:30 AM. “I<br />
Love Lucy” episode will be shown <strong>at</strong> 11 AM.<br />
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LIBRARIES<br />
KATHERINE TYRA (BEAR CREEK) PUBLIC LIBRARY<br />
16719 Clay Road, Houston, TX 77084, 281-550-0885<br />
Our hours are: Monday - 1 PM - 8 PM, Tuesday/Thursday - 10 AM - 6 PM,<br />
Wednesday -10 AM - 8 PM, Friday - 1 PM - 6 PM, S<strong>at</strong>urday - 10 AM - 5 PM.<br />
We will be closing <strong>at</strong> 5 PM on <strong>December</strong> 22 nd and closed for Christmas,<br />
<strong>December</strong> 23 rd -26 th and for New Year’s Eve, <strong>December</strong> 31 st .<br />
• Interior/Exterior Painting<br />
• HARDI Plank® Install<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
• Gutter Repair & Install<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
• Door Replacement & Refinish<br />
• Power Washing<br />
• Fence Repair & Install<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
• Sheetrock Repair & Install<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
• Custom Texture<br />
• Varnish & Stain Finishes<br />
• Paint Kitchen Cabinets<br />
• Wallpaper Removal<br />
• Garage Floor Epoxy<br />
• Granite Countertops<br />
• Flooring Install<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
(Tile/Hardwood/Lamin<strong>at</strong>e)<br />
• Crown Molding & Custom Carpentry<br />
COMPLETE KITCHEN & BATHROOM REMODELING<br />
30+ Years Experience ² Commercial/Residential ² Insured<br />
References Upon Request ² 2 Year Warranty ² Accept All Major Credit Cards<br />
CALL FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE<br />
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ADULTS<br />
• NEW VOLUNTEER ORIENTATIONS - Wednesday, <strong>December</strong> 7 th ,<br />
6:30 PM. Interested in volunteering <strong>at</strong> the library? We have periodic<br />
orient<strong>at</strong>ion sessions to introduce you to our library and wh<strong>at</strong> kinds of<br />
work you could do. Applic<strong>at</strong>ions are available <strong>at</strong> the Inform<strong>at</strong>ion Desks<br />
(must be signed by guardian if volunteer is under 18). Volunteers under<br />
the age of 14 must volunteer with a parent or guardian.<br />
• CHESS GAMES - Friday, <strong>December</strong> 9 th and 16 th <strong>at</strong> 3 PM. Adults can<br />
come to the library to play chess. Join us for an afternoon of str<strong>at</strong>egy and<br />
fun! Come alone or bring a friend. Also, bring a chess board if you wish.<br />
The library will have two tournament boards to use.<br />
• SELF PUBLISHING WORKSHOP - S<strong>at</strong>urday, <strong>December</strong> 10 th and 17 th <strong>at</strong><br />
10:30 AM. Make th<strong>at</strong> special DIY, one-of-a kind holiday memoir in just one<br />
day! Want to publish your poetry, novel, children’s book, cookbook or<br />
writing journal? Come learn the basic steps to cre<strong>at</strong>e your very own book<br />
in time for the holidays!<br />
• YOGA - S<strong>at</strong>urdays, <strong>December</strong> 3 rd and 10 th - 1 PM. Learn more about<br />
yoga, the ancient art based on a harmonizing system of development for<br />
mind, body and spirit. Gain a sense of well-being, learn more about the<br />
origins of yoga and learn some new poses!<br />
• 3D PRINTING DEMONSTRATION - Wednesday, <strong>December</strong> 14 th <strong>at</strong> 6:30<br />
PM. Stop by the library to w<strong>at</strong>ch a demonstr<strong>at</strong>ion on 3D printing. A craft<br />
or ornament for the holidays will be cre<strong>at</strong>ed! This 3D printing technology<br />
is fun to use and the library would like to show the public how it works.<br />
• FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MONTHLY MEETING - Wednesday,<br />
<strong>December</strong> 14 th <strong>at</strong> 6:30 PM. Did you enjoy a program or service <strong>at</strong> the<br />
library? Support us and show your appreci<strong>at</strong>ion by joining the Friends of<br />
the Library! The Friends of the Library meet monthly to plan fundraisers<br />
and other activities to help support the library’s programs and services.<br />
• COMPUTER CLASSES - These classes will cover a range of topics! Call<br />
the branch for specific class inform<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
• THE BEAR CREEK BOOK CLUB - 2 nd Monday, 7 PM.<br />
• THE BEAR CREEK MYSTERY BOOK CLUB - 3 rd Thursday, 11 AM. The<br />
Library is hosting a mystery book club! All sleuths and am<strong>at</strong>eur Sherlocks<br />
heed this call! Come to this lively group and share your passion for<br />
mysteries!<br />
• FINANCIAL PLANNING WORKSHOP - S<strong>at</strong>urday, <strong>December</strong> 3 rd , 10 AM.<br />
Learn more about a wide variety of financial topics <strong>at</strong> our free financial<br />
planning workshops. Please RSVP to Madelin Ramos, mramos@2020fa.<br />
com.<br />
• PASSPORT PROCESSING SERVICE – Tuesday, <strong>December</strong> 27 th , 12-5 PM,<br />
Wednesday, <strong>December</strong> 28 th , 1-7 PM and Thursday, <strong>December</strong> 29 th , 1-5<br />
PM. Do you or someone in your family need a passport? The Harris County<br />
District Clerks Office is provided a free passport processing service for all<br />
ages. No appointment necessary. First come, first served.<br />
WEEKLY PROGRAMS<br />
• SAVVY STITCHERS - Every Thursday, 4 PM. The Bear Creek Knitters<br />
Club is a place to share ideas, to learn new knitting techniques or to<br />
teach someone else a new knitting skill. Don’t miss out on the weekly<br />
fun!! Make sure to bring your needles and yarn. All ages welcome! Will not<br />
meet Thursday, <strong>December</strong> 22 nd .<br />
• COMPUTER CLASSES - Every Friday <strong>at</strong> 1:30 PM and 4 PM and S<strong>at</strong>urday,<br />
<strong>December</strong> 2 nd <strong>at</strong> 3:30 PM. These classes will cover a range of topics<br />
including Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Microsoft Office Classes,<br />
Intro to eReaders, Social Networking, Technology Toolbox and more! Call<br />
the branch for specific class inform<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
• LILY’S LIBRARY TALES - Every S<strong>at</strong>urday <strong>at</strong> 2 PM. Come to the library for<br />
14 <strong>December</strong> <strong>2016</strong> | <strong>Villages</strong> <strong>at</strong> <strong>Lakepointe</strong>
a family friendly storytime with Lily, a certified therapy dog! This library<br />
program is in partnership with Tender Loving K-9s. All ages welcome.<br />
• ESL WRITING - S<strong>at</strong>urdays <strong>at</strong> 11 AM. This class is open to anyone whose<br />
first language is not English and who would like to improve their English<br />
writing skills. Students must bring in one page of written m<strong>at</strong>erial on any<br />
topic. All ages welcome. No registr<strong>at</strong>ion required.<br />
• ESL READING GROUP - Wednesdays <strong>at</strong> 6 PM and S<strong>at</strong>urdays <strong>at</strong> 2 PM.<br />
Open to individuals whose first language is not English. This free class<br />
will help ESL students learn to improve their reading skills. Open to<br />
people <strong>at</strong> all reading levels. No registr<strong>at</strong>ion required.<br />
TEEN PROGRAMS<br />
• TEEN PROGRAMS - Mondays <strong>at</strong> 4 PM. Want to do something fun and<br />
interesting after school? The library is hosting weekly Teen events. You<br />
can w<strong>at</strong>ch an anime, take part in a book or movie critic club and so much<br />
more!<br />
281-345-7700<br />
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• Commercial<br />
• Residential<br />
• Landscaping<br />
• Maintenance<br />
• Irrig<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
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CHILDREN<br />
• MIDDLE SCHOOL SPOT – Wednesdays <strong>at</strong> 5 PM. Come join the fun of<br />
Middle School Spot, a rot<strong>at</strong>ing program for ages 10-12. Activities include<br />
Gaming, Writing Workshop, Read Anything Book Club and Puzzles.<br />
• Tuesdays, 10:15 AM - Preschool Story Time for children ages 3-5 years.<br />
• Thursdays 10:15 AM - Infant Story Time for children ages 0-18 months.<br />
• Tuesdays, 4:30 PM - Tuesday Craft, for middle school and elementary<br />
aged children.<br />
• Wednesdays, 10:15 & 11 AM - Toddler Story Time for children ages 18<br />
months-3 years.<br />
All programs are free and open to the public. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion call<br />
281-550-0885 or log on to www.hcpl.net.<br />
NORTHWEST BRANCH<br />
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11355 Regency Green Drive, Cypress, TX 77429,<br />
281-890-2665 • www.hcpl.net<br />
HOURS OF SERVICE - Monday - 1 PM-8 PM, Tuesday/Thursday - 10 AM-6<br />
PM, Wednesday -12 AM-8 PM, Friday - Closed, S<strong>at</strong>urday - 10 AM-5 PM -<br />
Sunday - Closed.<br />
ADULT ACTIVITIES (ALL ADULTS ACTIVITIES ARE 18+)<br />
• HISTORY MYSTERY FICTION BOOK CLUB - 3 rd Monday <strong>at</strong> 2 PM. Enjoy<br />
reading and discussing the many wonderful works of Historical & Mystery<br />
Fiction th<strong>at</strong> are on the market today. Learn about the authors, the stories<br />
and discuss the ideas presented in the books.<br />
• COMPUTER CLASS - Tuesdays <strong>at</strong> 10 AM. These computer classes are designed<br />
for adults with a specific topic every week. The classes are an excellent<br />
opportunity to learn more about computers in a relaxed environment filled<br />
with smiles and laughter. All classes are free and open to the public.<br />
• YOGA - Wednesdays <strong>at</strong> 6 PM. Come and get fit with Yoga. Very good group th<strong>at</strong><br />
are excited with wh<strong>at</strong> they dot. Be apart and bring your own m<strong>at</strong>. See you <strong>at</strong> Yoga!<br />
• CREATIVE ART CLUB - Wednesdays <strong>at</strong> 1:30 PM. Like art of all kind?<br />
Come and join in with your cre<strong>at</strong>ive ability. Sketching, painting, drawing,<br />
coloring, including Zentangle. No talent needed. Instructor: Judy Stevens<br />
• SIT AND STITCH - Thursdays <strong>at</strong> 10 AM. Are you crafty? Come and join<br />
us for Sit & Stitch - bring knitting, crochet, cross-stitch or other projects!<br />
• SWEET INSPIRATION BOOK CLUB - 3 RD Thursday <strong>at</strong> 2 PM. Enjoy reading<br />
and discussing Christian Authors book. These books will have your heart<br />
singing. Come and enjoy!<br />
TEEN ACTIVITIES<br />
• GAME DAY FRENZY - ages 12+. Wednesdays <strong>at</strong> 4 PM. Hey Gamers! Come<br />
challenge your friends and show off those gamer skills!<br />
CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES<br />
• PRESCHOOL STORY TIME for children ages 3-6 - Tuesdays <strong>at</strong> 10:30 AM.<br />
Children’s Librarian will read stories, lead everyone in song and direct<br />
the making of a craft project.<br />
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Common Thread: Knitting, Crocheting and Needlework Group<br />
Tuesdays: 9-10:30 AM, LRNC 116.<br />
COMPUTER WORKSHOPS, LRNC 105<br />
Call for info.<br />
eBOOK/eREADER WORKSHOPS<br />
eBooks Appointments now available. Make an appointment <strong>at</strong> LoneStar.<br />
edu/library/15938.<br />
ESL TALK TIME<br />
Talk Time (practice convers<strong>at</strong>ion) Wednesdays 1 PM-2 PM<br />
SPANISH CONVERSATION CLUB, LRNC 118<br />
Mondays, 1:30-2:30 PM<br />
Quality Service & Reasonable Prices<br />
FREE Estim<strong>at</strong>es<br />
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713-557-6880 or 832-741-5293<br />
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Family Owned & Oper<strong>at</strong>ed<br />
JOB & CAREER WORKSHOPS<br />
Wednesday, 12/14, 9 AM-11 AM, Introduction to LinkedIn Professional<br />
Network - LRNC 105<br />
ADULT LIBRARY PROGRAMS<br />
See the full schedule of Adult Programs and Activities <strong>at</strong> LoneStar.edu/<br />
library/cyfair-adults-LoneStar.edu/library/cyfair-adults-services or call<br />
281-290-3214/3218.<br />
Note: All programs are subject to change. Please contact the library or<br />
visit the website for up-to-d<strong>at</strong>e inform<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
TEEN EVENTS & PROGRAMS<br />
BOOK CLUB: (Registr<strong>at</strong>ion required), Mondays, Teen Room, 7-8 PM<br />
12/5: So Good They Can’t Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion in the<br />
Quest for Work You Love by Cal Newport<br />
BOOK CLUB: (Registr<strong>at</strong>ion required), Teen Room, Fridays, 1-2 PM<br />
12/2: So Good They Can’t Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion in the<br />
Quest for Work You Love by Cal Newport<br />
SCREEN - PLAY:<br />
Tweens & Teens only (ages 10 - 18) 5-6 PM: Games<br />
12/14: 6 PM: Movie - Teen Room. Contact the library or visit the Teen<br />
website for film titles.<br />
STUDY SKILLS, 2-3 PM Teen Room<br />
12/2<br />
See the full schedule of Teen’s Programs and Activities <strong>at</strong> LoneStar.edu/<br />
library/cyfair-children-services.<br />
CHILDREN EVENTS & PROGRAMS<br />
• Mondays: BABY TIME (6-24 months) - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM.<br />
• Tuesdays: Toddler Time (2-3 1/2 years) - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM.<br />
• Wednesdays: Preschool Time (3-6 years) - 10 AM, 11 AM.<br />
• Thursdays: Spanish Time/Tiempo de cuentos (2-6 years) - 11 AM<br />
BABY PAJAMA TIME:<br />
1 st Tuesday, 6 PM (up to 24 months)<br />
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FAMILY GAME NIGHT:<br />
Thursdays <strong>at</strong> 6:30 PM. For children of all ages. Limited to 40 children.<br />
See the full schedule of Children’s Programs and Activities <strong>at</strong> LoneStar.edu/<br />
library/cyfair-children-services. All programs are free and open to the public.<br />
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Through <strong>December</strong> 23 rd - All Aboard! THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride comes to life this holiday<br />
season as the Texas St<strong>at</strong>e Railroad rolls out of the Palestine st<strong>at</strong>ion bound for the “North Pole!”<br />
Come early and climb aboard with your family to cozy-up and enjoy our festively-decor<strong>at</strong>ed vintage<br />
train cars! Don’t forget to bring your camera! We can think of no better place than THE POLAR<br />
EXPRESS Train Ride to snap th<strong>at</strong> favorite family holiday photo. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion, visit www.<br />
texasst<strong>at</strong>err.com/the-polar-express-train-ride/the-story/.<br />
Through <strong>December</strong> 27 th - The Nutcracker. A wonderful ballet for the entire family is the perfect<br />
way to introduce young children to the power and beauty of classical dance. Join Clara on her<br />
unforgettable journey as she travels to the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets and marvel as<br />
the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Nutcracker Prince dance a pas de deux of crystalline beauty. For more<br />
inform<strong>at</strong>ion, visit www.houstonballet.org.<br />
Through January 8 th - 15 th Festival of Lights, Moody Gardens. As one of the largest holiday celebr<strong>at</strong>ions<br />
in the region, Festival of Lights has become a holiday tradition for families and groups alike. Enjoy more<br />
than 1 million lights within 100 sound-enhanced anim<strong>at</strong>ed light displays and nightly live entertainment.<br />
You can also sk<strong>at</strong>e around on the area’s only outdoor ice sk<strong>at</strong>ing rink (bring your own sk<strong>at</strong>es or rentals<br />
available for $7), try out our new Arctic Ice Slide or take pictures with Santa. Festival Admission: $10.95<br />
(includes ice sk<strong>at</strong>e admission). Arctic Ice Slide Admission: $7 for one slide, $20 for 10 slides and $25 for all<br />
day. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion, visit www.moodygardens.com.<br />
Through January 8 th - Houston Lantern Festival & Holiday Celebr<strong>at</strong>ion <strong>at</strong> Gulf Greyhound Park,<br />
1000 FM 2004, La Marque, TX, 77568. Six larger than life lantern <strong>at</strong>tractions, interactive Dino Fun<br />
Zone complete with dinosaur rides, 3D art install<strong>at</strong>ion and more. Also, Daily Chinese acrob<strong>at</strong>ic<br />
performances, food court, carnival rides and games, live entertainment for everyone to enjoy.<br />
Tickets available <strong>at</strong> www.magicalwinerlights.com.<br />
Through January 14 th - Houston Zoo Lights. For this special night-time spectacular, the Houston<br />
Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland, filled with brilliant displays of colorful lights and<br />
festive holiday music. Sip hot chocol<strong>at</strong>e as you stroll through the Zoo and take in all the aweinspiring<br />
sights, including thousands of twinkling lights adorning the magnificent live oak trees,<br />
whimsical colorful projections over 15 feet tall and life-size anim<strong>at</strong>ed animal sculptures. For more<br />
inform<strong>at</strong>ion, visit www.houstonzoo.org/zoolights.<br />
Houston<br />
Area Events<br />
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13707 West Road<br />
(West Rd. <strong>at</strong> Eldridge)<br />
Owned & Oper<strong>at</strong>ed by Certified Groomers<br />
Professional Pet Styling<br />
for Dogs & C<strong>at</strong>s<br />
Check out our Doggie Daycare.<br />
While you’re away,<br />
let your dog come and play.<br />
Boarding Available for all<br />
of your pets. C<strong>at</strong>s, dogs<br />
and small animals.<br />
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• P<strong>at</strong>ios<br />
• Remodeling<br />
• Roofs<br />
• Painting<br />
• Siding<br />
• Cabinets<br />
• Wood Flooring<br />
• Ceramic Tile<br />
• Lamin<strong>at</strong>e<br />
• Carpeting<br />
• Countertops<br />
• Faux Painting<br />
• Radiant Barrier<br />
• Commercial Build-Outs<br />
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• Fences/Decks<br />
• Kitchen/B<strong>at</strong>hroom<br />
• P<strong>at</strong>io Covers/Arbors<br />
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dennis@shaffer.cc<br />
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• Home Repairs Int/Ext<br />
• Roof Repair/Inspection<br />
• Painting Int/Ext<br />
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• Restore & Preserve Decks<br />
• Mold & Mildew Removal<br />
• Graffiti Removal<br />
• Stone, Stucco, Brick, Siding<br />
• Decks & Fences • P<strong>at</strong>ios<br />
• Chimneys<br />
• High & Low Pressure<br />
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Klassic Garage Doors<br />
Professional Garage Door Repair<br />
We replace or repair garage doors or garage door openers.<br />
• Maintenence<br />
• Replace Panels<br />
• Broken Springs<br />
• Door Off Track<br />
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ARBOR WORKS<br />
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Tree Trimmings•Removals<br />
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Church Events<br />
CHRIST COVENANT CHURCH<br />
LADIES BIBLE STUDY<br />
The women’s group will begin a bible study, A Compassion<strong>at</strong>e Call To<br />
Counter Culture. We live in days marked by a rapidly changing moral<br />
landscape. Deb<strong>at</strong>es rage. Emotions run high. But the stakes are even<br />
higher than we might think. Wh<strong>at</strong> if the real issue is the glory of God? How<br />
are we to respond? In this small group Bible study, best selling author<br />
David Pl<strong>at</strong>t calls the church to a contrite, compassion<strong>at</strong>e and courageous<br />
response to the most controversial issues in our culture. This is a 6-week<br />
study and will cover the subjects of: Culture; Wealth; Human Life;<br />
Sexuality; Race and Faith. Please join us on Tuesday mornings <strong>at</strong> 9:30<br />
AM, <strong>at</strong> Christ Covenant Church, 17000 Longenbaugh, Houston, TX, 77095,<br />
281-463-6600. To register for the series, please go to www.christcov.net.<br />
TUESDAY EVENING LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY<br />
AT LIVING WORD LUTHERAN CHURCH<br />
The Tuesday Evening Ladies’ Bible Study <strong>at</strong> Living Word Lutheran<br />
Church is informal, but with an emphasis on the Word of God. We invite<br />
you to join us. Weekly <strong>at</strong>tendance is not mand<strong>at</strong>ory. Come with your<br />
Bible when you are able to and please invite your friends and neighbors<br />
for some gre<strong>at</strong> study, sharing and fellowship. The group meets from 7 to<br />
8:30 PM on Tuesday evenings in the Micah Room in the Administr<strong>at</strong>ive<br />
Building. Living Word is loc<strong>at</strong>ed <strong>at</strong> 3700 S Mason Road in K<strong>at</strong>y (the corner<br />
of Mason Road and Westheimer Parkway).<br />
A priv<strong>at</strong>e Facebook page will be used to communic<strong>at</strong>e inform<strong>at</strong>ion and<br />
facilit<strong>at</strong>e discussion. If you would like to be added to the group, please<br />
email Selina <strong>at</strong> selinapon@gmail.com with your preferred email and<br />
phone number.<br />
ST. CUTHBERT BIBLE STUDIES<br />
AUTUMN BIBLE STUDIES - St. Cuthbert Church invites you to a Bible<br />
Study this fall.<br />
LADIES BIBLE STUDY - Every Monday evening, all ladies are invited to<br />
particip<strong>at</strong>e in the Bible study, Gideon: Your Weakness, God’s Strength, by<br />
Priscilla Shirer. We will start with a light dinner <strong>at</strong> 6 PM and study <strong>at</strong> 7 PM.<br />
ST. C SENIORS - The St. C Seniors are a gre<strong>at</strong> group of fun loving people!<br />
The group meets for Bible study and good-n<strong>at</strong>ured discussion every<br />
Thursday afternoon <strong>at</strong> 1 PM <strong>at</strong> the church. All are welcome; you don’t<br />
have to be a senior citizen to <strong>at</strong>tend.<br />
Loc<strong>at</strong>ed <strong>at</strong> 17020 West Road, Houston, 77095, <strong>at</strong> the corner of West Road<br />
and Queenston. Website <strong>at</strong> stcuthbert.org.<br />
COPPERFIELD CHURCH SENIOR ADULTS<br />
GAME DAY - The first Friday of the month - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM<br />
BIBLE STUDY - Wednesday - 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM<br />
DAY TRIPS - Monthly - Schedule differs. For more info., www.<br />
copperfieldchurch.com or call 281-856-2273.<br />
WALKING GROUP (aka Holy Strollers) - 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM, Monday,<br />
Wednesday and Friday.<br />
Come join our group! We are an active, fun-loving bunch. Once you come<br />
for a visit and get to know us, you’ll want to be a part of our Senior Adult<br />
Group. You do not have to be a member of Copperfield Church to be a<br />
part of our Senior Adult Group.<br />
BEAR CREEK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH<br />
ATTENTION: CAREGIVERS OF ELDERLY PERSONS<br />
Did you know th<strong>at</strong> on the second Friday of each month Bear Creek<br />
United Methodist Church provides a caring, Christian <strong>at</strong>mosphere for<br />
your loved one? The program, scheduled from 10 AM to 1:30 PM. This<br />
g<strong>at</strong>hering provides free time for caregivers and includes crafts, chair<br />
exercises, word games, entertainment, lunch and more. Caregivers are<br />
also welcome to stay and join the fun. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion or to register,<br />
please call the church office <strong>at</strong> 281-463-2330.<br />
Bear Creek United Methodist Church is loc<strong>at</strong>ed <strong>at</strong> 16000 Rippling W<strong>at</strong>er<br />
Drive, near North Hwy. 6 and Kieth Harrow.<br />
EPIPHANY BINGO<br />
Epiphany Bingo has been conducting bingo games on the west side<br />
since February 14, 1986. Epiphany conducts their bingo games every<br />
Friday night except holidays. THERE IS NO SMOKING ALLOWED DURING<br />
ALL BINGO GAMES. They have a jackpot game of $750. Maximum prize<br />
giveaways of $2,500, allowed by law, are given away every Bingo<br />
Night! They have security, lighted parking, big screen color monitor,<br />
computerized bingo equipment, snack bar and large cash prizes. Profits<br />
are used for charitable outreach programs, building expansion, and<br />
payment towards debt. Epiphany C<strong>at</strong>holic Church conducts its bingo<br />
games <strong>at</strong> the Church Community Center, 1530 Norwalk Dr. (between<br />
Fry and Mason Roads, south of I-10 behind Nottingham Subdivision)<br />
off Highland Knolls every Friday night. Early bird games begin <strong>at</strong> 7:30<br />
PM and regular games <strong>at</strong> 8:00 PM. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion, call the bingo<br />
hall number 281-578-3905. During Bingo nights, you may also call the<br />
Community Center number, 281-578-5078. Come, have some fun, bring<br />
your friends and neighbors, win some money and make some new<br />
friends.<br />
ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE<br />
CATHOLIC CHURCH BINGO<br />
At St. Bartholomew the Apostle C<strong>at</strong>holic Church in downtown K<strong>at</strong>y,<br />
“BINGO” is being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except<br />
Holidays. Doors open <strong>at</strong> 7:00 PM, games start <strong>at</strong> 7:15 PM with four Early<br />
Bird games. Regular games start <strong>at</strong> 7:30 PM. Maximum Prizes given away<br />
every evening of $2,500. Governed by the st<strong>at</strong>e of Texas. They have the<br />
most modern computerized BINGO equipment for verifying winnings,<br />
along with TV monitors for your viewing pleasure. The snack bar is<br />
maintained by the KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS 6950, with a variety of food<br />
and snacks with soft drinks. All profits will benefit community outreach<br />
and Religious Educ<strong>at</strong>ion programs, to better serve the community.<br />
The Church is loc<strong>at</strong>ed in downtown K<strong>at</strong>y <strong>at</strong> 5356 Eleventh St. You can get<br />
to the church if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to K<strong>at</strong>yland Rd. Turn right <strong>at</strong><br />
the light, go to the second stop sign (<strong>at</strong> the stadium) Eleventh St., turn<br />
left and the Church Hall will be on your right one block down. Please<br />
call for more details to 281-391-4758. Please come play and win. We can<br />
accommod<strong>at</strong>e large groups such as social and family groups.<br />
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Geyer roofinG<br />
Specializing in<br />
Re-Roofing<br />
“We work as unto<br />
the Lord”<br />
Ron Geyer<br />
713-462-3898<br />
RESIDENTIAL<br />
COMMERCIAL<br />
REMODELING<br />
• Kitchens • B<strong>at</strong>hrooms • Windows / Doors • Floors • Hardi Siding<br />
• Rooms Additions • Complete Renov<strong>at</strong>ions • P<strong>at</strong>io Covers<br />
Rob Geyer<br />
281-477-3456<br />
Visit our website Geyerremodel.com
STANDUP FOR KIDS<br />
How would you feel if you saved a kid’s life? StandUp For Kids is an<br />
all volunteer organiz<strong>at</strong>ion dedic<strong>at</strong>ed to saving the lives of <strong>at</strong>-risk and<br />
homeless kids through volunteer outreach efforts. Our volunteers search<br />
the streets in order to find, stabilize and otherwise help homeless and<br />
street kids improve their lives. Every day throughout the US thirteen kids<br />
die on the streets from abuse, disease and suicide. According to recent<br />
st<strong>at</strong>istics Houston has up to 2,500 kids living on the streets <strong>at</strong> any given<br />
time. Texas has the highest r<strong>at</strong>e of homeless youth in the U.S.<br />
Free Estim<strong>at</strong>es<br />
StandUp For Kids needs supplies for our Houston program, which<br />
provides food, clothing, counseling and a safe environment for the<br />
homeless youth of Houston. If you or your organiz<strong>at</strong>ion would like to<br />
hold a food or clothing drive for StandUp For Kids please contact me <strong>at</strong><br />
He<strong>at</strong>herE@standupforkids.org to learn more about StandUp For Kids or<br />
how you can help visit our website <strong>at</strong> www.standupforkids.org.<br />
The single gre<strong>at</strong>est need, for homeless and street kids is our continuous<br />
caring and real support. We must convince them th<strong>at</strong> we care, we want<br />
them back and we want to help them get off the streets.<br />
CY-FAIR VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT<br />
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 oper<strong>at</strong>ing from 12<br />
community based volunteer fire st<strong>at</strong>ions we are able to quickly and<br />
efficiently respond to help our neighbors in times of emergency.<br />
For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion on the Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department or on<br />
how you can join the other 350 volunteers of our Department and be one<br />
of Cy-Fair’s bravest, call us <strong>at</strong> 281-656-3840 or visit us on the web <strong>at</strong> www.<br />
cyfairvfd.org.<br />
HERO AND FRIEND<br />
EMPOWERING VETERANS AND CHANGING LIVES<br />
Hero and Friend partners with business, government and other groups<br />
to enable veterans to become gainfully employed and/or partner with<br />
those with disabilities. This includes job skills training, job identific<strong>at</strong>ion,<br />
placement, certific<strong>at</strong>ion as job skills trainers, tutoring, special courses<br />
and rel<strong>at</strong>ed services. Str<strong>at</strong>egic services are also provided to companies,<br />
investors and joint venture allies. Hero and Friend has a management<br />
team, a Board of Directors and professional advisors. We need volunteers<br />
and sponsors. Would you like to contribute? Please consider a partnering<br />
contribution. Contact us if you would like more inform<strong>at</strong>ion, 281-653-2510.<br />
THE THOMAS A. GLAZIER SENIOR EDUCATION CENTER<br />
HAS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE<br />
STAY ACTIVE. STAY ENGAGED. A new place for seniors to learn, loc<strong>at</strong>ed<br />
<strong>at</strong> 16600 Pine Forest Lane, near Texas 6 and Clay Road. Free classes<br />
available to Harris County residents 55 and older on subjects ranging<br />
from basic computer skills to digital photography to astronomy, photo<br />
editing and memory enhancement. We need you in our classrooms! Get<br />
free volunteer training. Teach your own computer class. Contact us now<br />
<strong>at</strong> 713-274-3250 or email us: glaziersec@hctx.net. Oper<strong>at</strong>ed by Harris<br />
County Precinct Three Commissioner Steve Radack.<br />
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PEARL FINCHER MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS<br />
Interested in volunteering your time, talents and energy to a most<br />
worthwhile local cause? Consider joining the Pearl Fincher Museum of<br />
Fine Arts Volunteer Guild!<br />
Roof Leaking?<br />
Specialized in Roof Repairs<br />
Our Family Trade Since 1945<br />
• Whole Roofs & Roof Repairs<br />
• Seamless Gutters & Downspouts<br />
• Wall Flashing<br />
• Soffit & Fascia<br />
• Skylights & Chimneys<br />
• Window Replacement<br />
• Other Difficult Repairs<br />
281-391-8257<br />
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WE FIX IT RIGHT<br />
THE FIRST TIME!<br />
The mission of the Pearl’s Volunteer Guild is to:<br />
• Promote volunteerism in the Northwest Houston area by providing<br />
vital, on-going volunteer support for the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine<br />
Arts educ<strong>at</strong>ional programs.<br />
• Develop leadership potential and knowledge within its membership<br />
• Further perpetu<strong>at</strong>e the appreci<strong>at</strong>ion of fine art and the Pearl Fincher<br />
Museum of Fine Arts in the community.<br />
Inform<strong>at</strong>ion about the Volunteer Guild can also be found on the Pearl’s<br />
website under the Guild page. The Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts is<br />
a 501(c)(3) Not for Profit organiz<strong>at</strong>ion th<strong>at</strong> is solely supported through<br />
Grants and priv<strong>at</strong>e don<strong>at</strong>ions from community residents, businesses and<br />
friends of the museum.<br />
ADOPT A US SOLDIER<br />
Adopt A US Soldier is a non-profit organiz<strong>at</strong>ion th<strong>at</strong> seeks volunteers and<br />
donors to help show the brave men and women fighting for our freedom<br />
th<strong>at</strong> their sacrifices will not go unnoticed. It connects supportive civilians<br />
with deployed soldiers and offers a channel by which to communic<strong>at</strong>e<br />
encouragement and express gr<strong>at</strong>itude to those serving in the United<br />
St<strong>at</strong>es Armed Forces. Adopt A US Soldier is sustained by its volunteer<br />
workforce loc<strong>at</strong>ed across the United St<strong>at</strong>es.<br />
After a supporter asked a soldier wh<strong>at</strong> they needed, his response was<br />
as follows: “No requests, just don’t want to be forgotten.” -LCPL O.J.T. III<br />
When registering for Adopt A US Soldier your involvement can range from<br />
writing letters and sending postcards, to mailing care packages full of<br />
items a soldier may need or want. Handwritten letters are most important<br />
and meaningful to soldiers. Adopt A US Soldier encourages civilians to<br />
adopt a soldier to show your support for those th<strong>at</strong> are making sacrifices<br />
for our country. If interested, please go to www.adoptaussoldier.org to<br />
register.<br />
Joel Muller<br />
281-304-9488<br />
11740 Barker Cypress<br />
www.joelmuller.com<br />
Hablamos Español<br />
Providing Insurance<br />
and Financial Services<br />
Home Office: Bloomington, Illinois 61710<br />
Painting Exterior & Interior • Sheet Rock Repairs<br />
Carpentry & Siding • Kitchen & B<strong>at</strong>h Remodeling<br />
Insured & Bonded<br />
281-733-3830<br />
6319 Langham Way Dr.<br />
Houston, TX 77084<br />
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Remodeling<br />
832-855-1311<br />
enriquearaoz44@gmail.com<br />
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF SOUTHEAST TEXAS<br />
Junior Achievement is a non-profit organiz<strong>at</strong>ion devoted to inspiring<br />
and preparing young students to succeed in a global economy. In<br />
partnership with businesses and educ<strong>at</strong>ors, Junior Achievement brings<br />
the real world to schools, opening student minds to their true potential.<br />
Junior Achievement programs, taught by local business professionals,<br />
community volunteers and parents, build a bridge between school<br />
learning and young people’s future success in their work world and real<br />
lives by offering hands-on activities th<strong>at</strong> further explore the topics of free<br />
enterprise, financial literacy and entrepreneurship.<br />
Contact the Junior Achievement of Southeast Texas office today, 713-<br />
682-4500 or www.jahouston.org, to find out about opportunities near<br />
you.<br />
SPECIAL CHEERS NEEDS VOLUNTEERS<br />
Special CHEERS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organiz<strong>at</strong>ion dedic<strong>at</strong>ed to<br />
providing Occup<strong>at</strong>ional Therapy to children with special needs of all ages<br />
living in and around the gre<strong>at</strong>er Houston area. Our facility is unique in th<strong>at</strong><br />
we utilize animals, including horses, dogs, go<strong>at</strong>s, pigs, lambs and rabbits<br />
as an integral part of each child’s therapy tre<strong>at</strong>ment plan. Being a nonprofit<br />
organiz<strong>at</strong>ion, we are constantly looking for extra help around the<br />
farm. Therefore, Special CHEERS would like to welcome all high school<br />
and college-aged students interested in working with both children and<br />
animals to volunteer after school, on the weekends or seasonally (i.e.,<br />
summer camp). Please call our administr<strong>at</strong>ive assistant, Ms. Denise<br />
Pace, <strong>at</strong> 713-983-0075, for more inform<strong>at</strong>ion. A background check will be<br />
required of all individuals applying for a volunteer position <strong>at</strong> our facility.<br />
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JUST SERVE! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED -<br />
SERVICE PROJECTS WANTED<br />
Make a difference in your community! This web site is for volunteers<br />
looking for service projects <strong>at</strong> faith-based, non-profit, community,<br />
governmental organiz<strong>at</strong>ions and for organiz<strong>at</strong>ions seeking volunteers<br />
from churches, schools, sports, scouts and youth groups. Register to<br />
volunteer on www.justserve.org and use your zip code to loc<strong>at</strong>e or to<br />
post a service project. This is a free community outreach website for all<br />
faiths to work together to relieve suffering and enhance the quality of<br />
life. This will not include proselyting or political canvassing - it is to JUST<br />
SERVE! Contact Nancy Johnson clarkrj56@sbcglobal.net.<br />
CY-HOPE<br />
BRINGING HOPE TO OUR CY-FAIR YOUTH<br />
Cy-Hope brings HOPE to all students so they will grow up to be well<br />
educ<strong>at</strong>ed and productive citizens, making a lasting and positive impact<br />
on the community. Our vision <strong>at</strong> Cy-Hope is to rally our entire community:<br />
businesses, educ<strong>at</strong>ion, churches, civic organiz<strong>at</strong>ions, hospitals and<br />
individual volunteers to advance the goal of making life better for kids<br />
in Cy-Fair. You can visit our website, www.cy-hope.org or call 713-466-<br />
HOPE to find out about our upcoming events, make a don<strong>at</strong>ion, become<br />
a partner or volunteer.<br />
CY-FAIR HOSPITAL SEEKS VOLUNTEERS<br />
Have you ever wanted to make a difference in people’s lives? By<br />
volunteering <strong>at</strong> Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital, you can!<br />
As a volunteer, you’ll have a profound impact on every area of our<br />
hospital, serving as a vital resource to our p<strong>at</strong>ients, families, visitors and<br />
employees. Cy-Fair Hospital offers a variety of volunteer opportunities<br />
th<strong>at</strong> accommod<strong>at</strong>e all schedules, including those of working adults,<br />
students and retirees. We’re always looking for more people ready to<br />
help. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion, you can call 281-897-3186 or visit us online<br />
www.cyfairhospital.com/for-family-visitors/volunteer-with-us.<br />
GIVING THE GIFT OF TIME<br />
THIS HOLIDAY SEASON<br />
The holidays are a gre<strong>at</strong> time to start volunteering and give total<br />
strangers an extremely valuable gift: the gift of your time. Research has<br />
linked volunteering to reducing symptoms of depression and elong<strong>at</strong>ing<br />
life span. So if you’re looking to give and make some friends, hone<br />
professional skills or comb<strong>at</strong> the winter blues while you’re <strong>at</strong> it, check<br />
out these ideas and get started.<br />
• Take initi<strong>at</strong>ive and plan a toy drive.<br />
• Spread holiday cheer to the elderly, disabled or sick.<br />
• Commit to mentoring a child in your community through Mentoring<br />
USA and Big Brothers Big Sisters.<br />
• Random Acts of Kindness - everyday: Hold the door open for the person<br />
behind you, smile <strong>at</strong> the barista when you place your order, return a<br />
stranded shopping cart to the supermarket, write an email to someone<br />
you haven’t talked to in a while, compliment someone you don’t know<br />
or thank your parents for being amazing supporters.<br />
Wh<strong>at</strong>ever you do, no kind act is too small. And kindness is contagious.<br />
If you do something nice for someone else, chances are they’ll feel<br />
uplifted and be more inclined to help someone else themselves. Even<br />
the smallest acts can contribute to making your community a happier,<br />
kinder place-th<strong>at</strong>’s wh<strong>at</strong> we’d argue the so-called holiday spirit is all<br />
about.<br />
Courtesy of www.mochimag.com/article/holiday-volunteer-ideas-easytoy-drive-card-mentoring<br />
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are invited to <strong>at</strong>tend. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion, contact Marianne Johnson<br />
<strong>at</strong> 281-469-2818.<br />
Visit our website <strong>at</strong> www.cypress-umc.org for other exciting programs<br />
and activities going on <strong>at</strong> the church. Cypress UMC is loc<strong>at</strong>ed <strong>at</strong> 13403<br />
Cypress N. Houston Road in Cypress 77429. Call us <strong>at</strong> 281-469-0730 for<br />
more inform<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
CANCER CENTER AT N. CYPRESS MEDICAL CENTER<br />
The Cancer Center <strong>at</strong> North Cypress Medical Center and the American<br />
Cancer Society are proud to sponsor the following free community<br />
support groups:<br />
Coping with Breast Cancer: This group is for women coping with breast<br />
cancer and offers an uplifting, safe place for women to come and share<br />
their common experiences, problems and solutions, as well as obtain<br />
inform<strong>at</strong>ion regarding community resources. Monthly meetings are<br />
every 2 nd Tuesday, 6 - 7:30 PM.<br />
Man to Man - Prost<strong>at</strong>e Support Group: This group is for men and their<br />
families coping with prost<strong>at</strong>e cancer. It is designed to promote educ<strong>at</strong>ion<br />
and emotional encouragement in a safe, uplifting, and supportive<br />
environment. Monthly meeting every 3 rd Tuesday, 6 - 7:30 PM.<br />
Dialogue - Cancer Support Group: This group is for individuals coping<br />
with various kinds of cancer, including p<strong>at</strong>ients, their families and<br />
friends. It provides an opportunity for those touched with cancer to share<br />
their experiences and assists them in learning how to live with cancer,<br />
monthly meetings every 1 st Tuesday.<br />
All Support Group meetings will be held in the lobby of The Cancer Center<br />
<strong>at</strong> North Cypress Medical Center <strong>at</strong> 21216 Northwest Freeway, Suite 110,<br />
Cypress, TX, 1 st floor of the Professional Building.<br />
For questions regarding any of these support groups, call Janet<br />
Kantenberger, LCSW, <strong>at</strong> 832-912-3658. Visit us online <strong>at</strong> www.ncmchospital.com.<br />
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP MEETING<br />
Meets the 2 nd Tuesday of each month from 7-8 PM <strong>at</strong> Copperfield<br />
Church, Rm C-8, 8350 Hwy 6 North, Houston, TX 77095. Contact C<strong>at</strong>herine<br />
Thomasson with questions <strong>at</strong> 832-604-7798. P<strong>at</strong>ients, survivors, family,<br />
friends, caregivers - this group is open to all people impacted by cancer.<br />
Come be uplifted by one another’s support & encouragement. You are<br />
not alone!<br />
BEAR CREEK MS SUPPORT GROUP<br />
Bearcreek MS support group meets monthly on the Third S<strong>at</strong>urday, 1<br />
PM - 3 PM, <strong>at</strong> The Church Without Walls, 5725 Queenston Blvd, Houston,<br />
Texas 77083. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion, contact Paula 281-530-3857 or Alicia<br />
713-394-2971. Please join us for an encouraging and inform<strong>at</strong>ive meeting!<br />
PEACE COMMUNITY CHURCH<br />
RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP<br />
Peace Community Church 5151 Addicks S<strong>at</strong>suma, Houston, TX, 281-859-<br />
6843 www.peacecommunitychurch.org presents: In the early days of the<br />
Recovery Movement the Bible was the primary text and the God of the<br />
Bible was the source of power th<strong>at</strong> made all things possible. Interested<br />
in connecting with your historical roots in a modern setting? Looking<br />
to “go deeper,” and know more about the Higher Power named F<strong>at</strong>her,<br />
Son, Spirit? Come join us every S<strong>at</strong>urday evening <strong>at</strong> 7 PM and see where<br />
this experience fits into your recovery. (Not affili<strong>at</strong>ed with Alcoholics<br />
Anonymous)<br />
CYPRESS CALLING MINISTRIES<br />
BUNCO FOR BABIES<br />
How about a fun night with some girls for a good cause? Cypress Calling<br />
Ministries (a non-profit corpor<strong>at</strong>ion th<strong>at</strong> helps mothers in need) is hosting<br />
Bunco for Babies in your neighborhood. Instead of entrance fee, bring a<br />
new $10 baby item (such as a pack of sleepers or blankets). Each month<br />
will have a new baby item theme. Even though there will be no collection<br />
of money, awesome prizes will still be given. Don’t know how to play<br />
Bunco? No problem! It is a simple and easy to learn game th<strong>at</strong> you will<br />
become addicted to! To find out more please email CCM <strong>at</strong> jsimpson@<br />
cypresscalling.com or come check out our website www.cypresscalling.<br />
com for more info.<br />
If you are already part of a Bunco group and would consider playing<br />
twice a year for Bunco for Babies, we would love to talk to you about how<br />
this works. It is a gre<strong>at</strong> way for your group to give back to the community.<br />
GIVE AN HOUR NETWORK<br />
PROVIDES FREE COUNSELING TO TROOPS AND FAMILIES<br />
Since September 11, 2001, 1.8 million troops have been deployed in<br />
Afghanistan, Iraq and the Persian Gulf, with 17 percent of returning troops<br />
suffering traum<strong>at</strong>ic brain injuries or post-traum<strong>at</strong>ic stress disorder. Given<br />
the military culture’s emphasis on confidence, strength and bravery,<br />
many service members are reluctant to expose personal vulnerabilities<br />
to professional counselors. Give an Hour provides services th<strong>at</strong> are<br />
separ<strong>at</strong>e from the military establishment, offering options to service<br />
members who might otherwise fail to seek or receive appropri<strong>at</strong>e care.<br />
Give an Hour is a nonpartisan, nonprofit n<strong>at</strong>ional network of mental<br />
health professionals providing free counseling services to returning<br />
troops and their families. Give an Hour offers services to veterans of the<br />
wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and their family members. Family members<br />
are loosely defined to include married or unmarried partners, parents,<br />
siblings, aunts/uncles—anyone connected to the veteran who is suffering<br />
NORTHWEST HOUSTON<br />
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT GROUP<br />
The Northwest Houston Multiple Sclerosis Support Group meets the first<br />
Thursday of each month <strong>at</strong> 7 PM, <strong>at</strong> Cy-Fair Professional Building, 11302<br />
Fallbrook near FM1960. Please contact Connie Crocker <strong>at</strong> 281-373-5860<br />
for inform<strong>at</strong>ion.<br />
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a psychological effect rel<strong>at</strong>ed to the veteran’s service.<br />
Banyan Counseling Network has an office loc<strong>at</strong>ed near the North Cypress Medical Center<br />
and is trained to provide individual and family counseling. Family support groups are<br />
also currently forming. People interested in receiving services through Give an Hour are<br />
encouraged to call 281-855-1982 or log on to www.banyancounseling.com, (click Military<br />
Families link) or www.giveanhour.org to determine availability or to loc<strong>at</strong>e another<br />
provider in your area.<br />
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP<br />
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton C<strong>at</strong>holic Community church <strong>at</strong> 6646 Addicks S<strong>at</strong>suma Road,<br />
Houston, Texas 77084-1599, has a Bereavement Support Group. The group meets twice<br />
monthly, on the first and third Thursdays of the month, in Room 11 in the Family Life<br />
Center from 7-8 PM. If you need help through the difficult time following the de<strong>at</strong>h of<br />
a loved one, come join us for support. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion, you can contact Deborah<br />
Jackson 281-550-3027 or Gini Buehler 281-861-6306.<br />
BEAR CREEK COUNSELING CENTER BAPTIST CHURCH<br />
Bear Creek announces the opening of the Bear Creek Counseling Center as a joint<br />
ministry of Bear Creek Baptist Church and STCH Ministries Family Counseling. This<br />
program will seek to offer hope and direction for individuals, couples and families when<br />
life’s challenges arise.<br />
All full-time therapists are professionally trained and licensed in the St<strong>at</strong>e of Texas and offer<br />
confidential counseling th<strong>at</strong> is clinically excellent and distinctively Christian. Appointments<br />
will be held <strong>at</strong> Bear Creek Church’s office <strong>at</strong> 5901 North Fry Road, K<strong>at</strong>y, TX 77449.<br />
Counseling topics may include marital issues, marriage enrichment, parenting<br />
challenges, childhood and adolescent struggles, conflict resolution and grief counseling.<br />
Although clients are encouraged to don<strong>at</strong>e to support this ministry, there is no fee for<br />
counseling services. The only time a fee is applied is if a confirmed appointment is missed.<br />
Appointments are available throughout the day with some evening hours available. To<br />
schedule an appointment, interested individuals may call 361-575-5151.<br />
GOOD SHEPHERD UMC SUPPORT GROUPS<br />
DIVORCECARE: Sundays, 4:30 - 6:30 PM. DivorceCare for Adults will be offered in<br />
conjunction with DivorceCare for Kids. This is a special weekly seminar and support group<br />
for people who are separ<strong>at</strong>ed or divorced. Email ed.thomas536@yahoo.com to register.<br />
There is a $14 charge for workbooks and they can be purchased <strong>at</strong> the first meeting.<br />
GRIEFSHARE: Tuesdays, 6:15 - 8 PM. This group will offer support and resources for<br />
those grieving the loss of a loved one through weekly videos and discussion. $14 includes<br />
a resource book. Childcare available if preregistered. Register by emailing Robyn Bishop<br />
<strong>at</strong> robynb@goodchurch.us.<br />
GRIEF SUPPORT SEMINAR AT THE FAMILY OF FAITH<br />
The Family of Faith Lutheran Church, 16710 FM 529, is sponsoring a grief support group. It<br />
is open to all adults who are grieving the loss of a loved one. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion, please<br />
call the church office <strong>at</strong> 281-855-2950. You may also visit our website <strong>at</strong> www.tfof.org and<br />
the GriefShare website <strong>at</strong> www.griefshare.org.<br />
CELEBRATE RECOVERY AT<br />
HOUSTON FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE<br />
Celebr<strong>at</strong>e Recovery meets every Wednesday <strong>at</strong> 7 PM <strong>at</strong> Houston First Church of the<br />
Nazarene. Dinner is served <strong>at</strong> 6:30 PM. Celebr<strong>at</strong>e Recovery is there for you if you are ready<br />
to be free from the hurts, habits or hang-ups th<strong>at</strong> are holding you back. Make the choice to<br />
recover today. 10001 West Sam Houston Parkway, North Houston, TX, 77064; 281-897-0300.<br />
SURVIVOR OF SUICIDE SUPPORT GROUP<br />
Epiphany Lutheran Church & School, 14423 West Rd., will be offering a Survivor of Suicide<br />
Support Group on the 1 st and 3 rd Tuesdays every month <strong>at</strong> 7 PM. Our mission is to<br />
provide an environment where survivors of suicide loss can find understanding, support,<br />
valid<strong>at</strong>ion of grief, resources and assurance th<strong>at</strong> healing is possible. The support group<br />
is here to help you cope with the shipwreck you have experienced and begin the process<br />
of putting your life back together in the healthiest possible way. For more inform<strong>at</strong>ion,<br />
contact pegbek@sbcglobal.net or call 713-896-1773. There is no charge for <strong>at</strong>tending.<br />
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