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<strong>March</strong> 3-26<br />

<strong>March</strong> <strong>2017</strong><br />

Important Numbers... 3<br />

School News... 6<br />

Sports... 8<br />

Community Events... 10<br />

Church Events/News... 16<br />

Library Events 18<br />

Animal Info... 22<br />

Rodeo History... 24<br />

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<strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Crest</strong> Important Information<br />

COMMUNITY CONTACT INFORMATION<br />

MANAGEMENT COMPANY: High Sierra Management<br />

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 940267, Houston, TX 77094<br />

Physical Address: 722 Pin Oak Rd., Ste. 230, Katy, TX 77094<br />

FAX: 281-391-7913 • ASSOCIATION DIRECT LINE: 281-391-7914<br />

WWW.HIGHSIERRAMANAGEMENT.COM OR 866-944-3933<br />

**Please visit the High Sierra website and register your account to have<br />

access to all of the <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Crest</strong> CA news and announcements as well as<br />

other general information**<br />

MANAGEMENT TEAM<br />

Manager: Nicole Ginardi,<br />

Ext: 3162, nginardi@highsierramanagement.com<br />

Administrative Assistant: Claudia Martinez,<br />

Ext: 3169, cmartinez@highsierramanagement.com<br />

Maintenance Coordinator: Tiffany Adamson,<br />

Ext: 3167, tadamson@highsierramanagement.com<br />

Accounting Rep: Carol Stockton,<br />

Ext: 3109, cstockton@highsierramanagement.com<br />

Association Attorney: Lori Alderson, 281-395-2637<br />

Fire, Crime & Medical Emergency: Dial 911<br />

Report City Violators to City Services: 281-391-4800<br />

(Report cars stored on the street or lawns and heavy trash out too early)<br />

Please call High Sierra to report Deed Restriction Violations<br />

COMMUNITY WEBSITE: WWW.STONECRESTTX.COM<br />

FACEBOOK: WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/STONECREST.KATY<br />

Emergency 911<br />

Harris County Sheriff’s Dept. Pct.5:<br />

(non-emergency) 281+463-6666<br />

Poison Control 1-800-222-1222<br />

Utilities:<br />

A.E.P. Light Outage 713-207-7777<br />

Gas - Centerpoint 713-659-2111<br />

Water Services:<br />

Harris County MUD #5 281-347-8686<br />

Trash Services:<br />

Republic Waste 713-635-5555<br />

Trash Days are Wednesday & Saturday<br />

Cable/Internet/Phone<br />

Xfinity 832-763-0170<br />

Consolidated Communications 1-866-989-2255<br />

Utility Lines Marked or Located 1-800-545-6005<br />

Schools:<br />

Robert King Elementary 281-237-6850<br />

Katy Jr. High 281-237-6800<br />

Morton Ranch HS 281-237-7800<br />

H.C.A.D 713-957-7800<br />

DISCLAIMERL <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Crest</strong> Community Association does not endorse any article,<br />

services or products mentioned in this newsletter that do not correlate in<br />

accordance to our community’s compliance or covenants.<br />

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QUARTERLY BOARD MEETINGS<br />

Board of Director Meetings are held quarterly at the High Sierra office.<br />

Please visit the association website and view the calendar for dates and<br />

times. If you wish to attend the open session of the meeting to discuss a<br />

concern you may have; please contact Nicole Ginardi a week in advance<br />

in order to be added to the agenda.<br />

*<strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Crest</strong> Community Association is a deed restriction enforced<br />

community*<br />

DEED RESTRICTION PROCEDURE<br />

• 1 st Letter: Friendly reminder<br />

• 2 nd letter: notifies the owner and/or resident the violation still exist and<br />

a certified letter will be mailed if the violation is not cured within 30 days.<br />

• 3 rd letter: Is sent certified which assess a $25 fine to the owner’s account<br />

and has statutory wording.<br />

• Attorney Warning: if the violation is still not corrected the Board of<br />

Directors will be forced to turn the account over to the attorney for<br />

further enforcement and/or legal action. Attorney fees will be assessed<br />

to the owner’s account.<br />

NEW RESIDENTS<br />

Welcome to the <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Crest</strong> Community. All homeowners & residents<br />

living in the community must abide by the Covenants, Restrictions<br />

and Regulations in accordance with the governing documents. A list<br />

of community contacts & information are found in the last page of the<br />

newsletter. For more information about the community or any concerns,<br />

you may contact our association management.<br />

LIVING IN A HOA COMMUNITY<br />

Homeowners Responsibility<br />

1. Read and comply with the governing documents of the community.<br />

2. Maintain their property according to established standards.<br />

3. Treat association leaders honestly and with respect.<br />

4. Vote in community elections and on other issues.<br />

5. Pay association assessments and charges on time.<br />

6. Contact association leaders or managers, if necessary, to discuss<br />

financial obligations and alternative payment arrangements.<br />

7. Request reconsideration of material decisions that personally affect them.<br />

8. Provide current contact information to association leaders or<br />

managers to help ensure they receive information from the community.<br />

9. Ensure that those who reside on their property (tenants, relatives &<br />

friends) adhere to all rules and regulations. Homeowners can learn more<br />

living in a HOA Community at caionline.org.<br />

IMPORTANCE OF YEARLY ASSESSMENTS<br />

OUR COMMUNITY’S FOUNDATION<br />

It’s that time of year our annual assessments will be due. These fees are<br />

very important part of the HOA’s function. In order for the association<br />

to perform the many tasks and duties for which it is responsible, the<br />

association must have operating funds. These funds are used to pay for<br />

landscape maintenance, sprinkler repairs, utilities, administration and<br />

help to keep an adequate reserve fund for major repairs or replacement<br />

of common property elements. The requirement upon an owner<br />

for paying assessments is mandatory and therefore, legally binding<br />

according to the association’s governing documents. The amount of the<br />

annual assessment is established each year by the association’s Board<br />

of Directors based upon the Board’s adoption of the annual budget. If<br />

a situation arises that you are unable to pay this assessment, please<br />

contact the Management Team as soon as possible for details about<br />

payment and collection procedures. Accounts that become delinquent<br />

may receive a fine, a late fee or other charges added to the assessment<br />

which can be more costly if not paid in a timely procedure.<br />

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THE STONE CREST CRIER NEEDS YOU<br />

A year ago, one of our volunteers established this free newsletter as a<br />

way keep our community informed and share information at no cost to<br />

the community. Today, the Communication’s Committee is looking for<br />

a volunteer(s) to continue writing our monthly newsletter, The <strong>Stone</strong><br />

<strong>Crest</strong> Crier, for the coming year. If you are interested in doing so, you may<br />

contact our association manager.<br />

GOOD NEIGHBORS<br />

Let’s make our community a friendly & great place to live. We ask your<br />

assistance in ensuring that everyone enjoys living in our community.<br />

Please join us and help us in doing this by abiding by the community’s<br />

guidelines and regulations.<br />

• Always be neighborly & considerate to your neighbors.<br />

• Become involved in the community. Keep our community thriving &<br />

beautiful.<br />

• Do not block driveways or sidewalks that may inconvenience neighbors<br />

& pedestrians.<br />

• Refrain from parking on the grass or curbs - inform your guest(s) about this.<br />

• Refrain from parking your vehicle in front of neighbor’s homes, which<br />

may inconvenience them.<br />

• Do not impede the flow of traffic or cause street congestion. Always<br />

utilize your driveways and garages to park your vehicles - narrow roads<br />

may block access for emergency vehicles.<br />

• Pet owners remember to clean up after your pet. Control barking & use<br />

a leash when walking.<br />

• Keep all music & noise levels to a minimum and abide by the County’s<br />

ordinance.<br />

IWATCHHARRISCOUNTY.COM<br />

Join the Harris County Sherriff’s office by reporting any suspicious<br />

activity that you observe. They believe that with a simple observation, a<br />

single report can help solve or prevent a crime. Imagine if one person can<br />

make a difference consider what an entire community can do. We would<br />

like ask the community, if you See Something, Say Something.<br />

• Report online at WatchHarrisCounty.com<br />

• Text a tip 1-855-427-6492 • Call 1-855-HCSO-iWatch<br />

• Download the app found on iWatchHarrisCounty.com<br />

Call 911 if you have an emergency.<br />

SIGN UP FOR EMAIL NOTIFICATIONS<br />

Remember to submit your email address to our Association Manager at<br />

High Sierra Management to receive the community’s announcements,<br />

any special alerts and the latest association news.<br />

NOTICE A STREET LIGHT THAT IS OUT?<br />

Please report any lights that may be out by going to our community<br />

website at www.stonecresttx.com or notify our association management<br />

about the outage. Remember to get the pole’s location, street and the<br />

six-digit number that is along the side of the pole. Report this outage to<br />

Centerpoint through a direct link in the resident’s section of our website<br />

and follow the directions that are posted on the site.<br />

TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS<br />

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

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

krenekprinting.com, click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with<br />

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

and the name of your newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you<br />

want on 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 and that<br />

you want to stay on the list. If we do not hear back from you after 3<br />

tries, we will remove you from the list until we do. Must have parent(s)<br />

permission.<br />

DISCLAIMER:<br />

Neither <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Crest</strong> HOA nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those listed<br />

on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out references<br />

if you do not personally know those listed. This is just a list of teenagers<br />

from <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Crest</strong> who wish to find part time jobs. Responsibility for any<br />

work done by these teenagers is between those seeking helpers and the<br />

teens and their parents.<br />

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Get to Know Food Labels<br />

Reading the Nutrition Facts panel can help you shop and eat or drink<br />

smarter.<br />

Consult an RDN<br />

Whether you want to eat better to lose weight or lower your risk or manage<br />

a chronic disease, consult the experts! Registered dietitian nutritionists can<br />

help you by providing sound, easy-to-follow personalized nutrition advice.<br />

Follow Food Safety Guidelines<br />

Reduce your chances of getting sick by practicing proper food safety.<br />

This includes: regular hand washing, separating raw protein foods from<br />

ready-to-eat foods, cooking foods to the appropriate temperature by<br />

using a food thermometer and refrigerating food quickly at a proper<br />

temperature to slow bacteria growth. Learn more about home food<br />

safety at www.homefoodsafety.org.<br />

Get Cooking<br />

Preparing foods at home can be healthy, rewarding and cost-effective.<br />

Resolve to learn some cooking and kitchen basics, like how to dice an<br />

onion or cook dried beans. The collection of How do I…videos at www.<br />

eatright.org/howdoi will get you started.<br />

Dine Out without Ditching Your Goals<br />

You can eat out and stick to your healthy eating plan! The key is to plan<br />

ahead, ask questions and choose foods carefully. Compare nutrition<br />

information, if available and look for healthier options that are grilled,<br />

baked, broiled or steamed.<br />

EAT RIGHT!<br />

<strong>March</strong> is National Nutrition Month and the <strong>2017</strong> National Nutrition<br />

Month theme is “Put Your Best Fork Forward.” Below are 17 Food,<br />

Nutrition and Health Tips from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.<br />

Dedicate yourself to a healthy lifestyle in <strong>2017</strong> with these food, nutrition<br />

and physical activity tips.<br />

Eat Breakfast<br />

Start your morning with a healthy breakfast that includes lean protein,<br />

whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Try making a breakfast burrito with<br />

scrambled eggs, low-fat cheese, salsa and a whole wheat tortilla or a<br />

parfait with low-fat plain yogurt, fruit and whole grain cereal.<br />

Make Half Your Plate Fruits and Vegetables<br />

Fruits and veggies add color, flavor and texture plus vitamins, minerals<br />

and fiber to your plate. Make 2 cups of fruit and 2 ½ cups of vegetables<br />

your daily goal. Experiment with different types, including fresh, frozen<br />

and canned.<br />

Watch Portion Sizes<br />

Get out the measuring cups and see how close your portions are to the<br />

recommended serving size. Use half your plate for fruits and vegetables<br />

and the other half for grains and lean protein foods. To complete the<br />

meal, add a serving of fat-free or low-fat milk or yogurt.<br />

Be Active<br />

Regular physical activity has so many health benefits. Start by doing what<br />

exercise you can for at least 10 minutes at a time. Children and teens<br />

should get 60 or more minutes of physical activity per day and adults<br />

should get two hours and 30 minutes per week. You don’t have to hit the<br />

gym - take a walk after dinner or play a game of catch or basketball.<br />

Fix Healthy Snacks<br />

Healthy snacks can sustain your energy levels between meals, especially<br />

when they include a combination of foods. Choose from two or more of<br />

the MyPlate food groups: grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy and protein.<br />

Try raw veggies with low-fat cottage cheese, or a tablespoon of peanut<br />

butter with an apple or banana.<br />

Enact Family Meal Time<br />

Plan to eat as a family at least a few times each week. Set a regular<br />

mealtime. Turn off the TV, phones and other electronic devices to<br />

encourage mealtime talk. Get kids involved in meal planning and cooking<br />

and use this time to teach them about good nutrition.<br />

Banish Brown Bag Boredom<br />

Whether it’s a lunch for work or school, prevent brown bag boredom<br />

with easy-to-fix, healthy lunch ideas. Try a whole-wheat pita pocket with<br />

veggies and hummus or a low sodium vegetable<br />

soup with whole grain crackers or a salad of mixed greens with low-fat<br />

dressing and a hard boiled egg.<br />

Drink More Water<br />

Quench your thirst by drinking water instead of sugary drinks. Stay well<br />

hydrated by drinking plenty of water if you are active, live or work in hot<br />

conditions or are an older adult.<br />

Explore New Foods and Flavors<br />

Add more nutrition and eating pleasure by expanding your range of food<br />

choices. When shopping, make a point of selecting a fruit, vegetable or<br />

whole grain that’s new to you or your family. Try different versions of familiar<br />

foods like purple asparagus, Honeycrisp apples, broccoli or quinoa.<br />

Eat Seafood Twice a Week<br />

Seafood - fish and shellfish - contains a range of nutrients including<br />

healthy omega-3 fats. Salmon, trout, oysters and sardines are higher in<br />

omega-3s and lower in mercury.<br />

Cut Back on Added Sugars<br />

Foods and drinks with added sugars can contribute empty calories and little<br />

or no nutrition. Reviewing ingredients on the food label can help you identify<br />

sources of added sugar. Visit www.choosemyplate.gov for more information.<br />

Experiment with more plant-based meals<br />

Expand the variety in your menus with budget friendly meatless meals.<br />

Many recipes that use meat and poultry can be made without. Eating a<br />

variety of plant foods can help. Vegetables, beans and lentils are all great<br />

substitutes. Try including one meatless meal per week to start out.<br />

Courtesy of eatright.org<br />

<strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Crest</strong> | <strong>March</strong> <strong>2017</strong> 5


SCHOOL NEWS<br />

KATY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT<br />

WWW.KATYISD.ORG<br />

IMPORTANT DATES<br />

<strong>March</strong> 13 th - 17 th - Spring Break<br />

KATY ISD ANNOUNCES ATHLETIC HALL OF HONOR<br />

​Nominations being accepted for past and present athletic contributors.<br />

Katy ISD is pleased to announce the establishment of an Athletic Hall<br />

of Honor to recognize the efforts and contributions of former student<br />

athletes, athletic teams, coaches and special merit individuals who<br />

have brought distinction, honor and excellence to themselves and to the<br />

District.<br />

Nominations are now being accepted through <strong>March</strong> 15, <strong>2017</strong>.<br />

Submissions will be reviewed by the Katy ISD Athletic Hall of Honor<br />

Honorary Board and voted on by the Katy ISD Athletic Hall of Honor<br />

Committee. Once submitted, a nominee’s application will remain active<br />

for five years with the Honorary Board. Due to the sheer volume of alumni<br />

worthy of such an honor, nominations will be accepted annually.<br />

The Hall of Honor Committee has already selected the following four<br />

state championship teams to be honored in the inaugural class of the<br />

Athletic Hall of Honor:<br />

Katy High School 1959 Football State Champions<br />

Katy High School 1997 Football State Champions<br />

Taylor High School 1997 Tennis State Champions<br />

Taylor High School 1998 Tennis State Champions.<br />

Individuals and state championship teams will be honored at a <strong>2017</strong> fall<br />

banquet and a Katy ISD football game.<br />

State championship teams will continue to be added to the Athletic Hall<br />

of Honor every year.<br />

For more information and access to the requirements and nomination<br />

form, visit www.katyisd.org/dept/athletics/Pages/default.aspx.<br />

KATY ISD ANNOUNCES NEW CAMPUS ATHLETIC<br />

COORDINATORS FOR MORTON RANCH<br />

Katy ISD is pleased to announce the addition of Ron Counter and B.J.<br />

William Gotte as our new Campus Athletic Coordinator/Head Football<br />

Coach’s for Morton Ranch High School and Paetow High School. Both<br />

positions were approved unanimously during the Katy ISD Board of<br />

Trustees January Work Study meeting.<br />

Coach Counter comes to Morton Ranch High from Stafford High<br />

where he was the head football coach and athletic director for the<br />

last four years. During his time at Stafford, Coach Counter led the<br />

program into the playoffs four years in a row. Prior to Stafford,<br />

Coach Counter made coaching stops at Strake Jesuit High, Round<br />

Rock Westwood High, Spring Woods High, Alief Hastings High and<br />

Klein Oak High. Coach Counter has also received several “Coach of<br />

the Year” honors.<br />

For Coach Gotte, moving to Paetow High School means staying close to<br />

home. Growing up he attended Cimarron Elementary, West Memorial<br />

Junior High and graduated “class of ‘97” at Katy High School, which<br />

is where he also began his career in 2001. Coach Gotte made stops at<br />

Deer Park High, La Marque High and Flower Mound Marcus High prior<br />

to returning to Katy High in 2009. His role as an Offensive Coordinator<br />

at Katy High School has played an integral part in winning three state<br />

championships.<br />

The Katy ISD Athletic Department is excited to welcome both coaches<br />

to these new endeavors within the Katy ISD family. Both coaches began<br />

their new journey on February 1 st .<br />

PATTISON ELEMENTARY KINDERGARTEN ROUND UP NIGHT<br />

Pattison Elementary Kindergarten “ROUND UP” night is Thursday,<br />

<strong>March</strong> 23 rd at 6 PM. This one-time spring event is for all incoming<br />

kindergarten students to meet the teachers and see the classrooms<br />

while parents hear about Pattison’s curriculum for next year.<br />

Students must be 5 years old by September 1, <strong>2017</strong> to enter<br />

kindergarten. We will provide information for Pre-Registration, which<br />

will be Thursday, April 6 th . For more information, call 281-237-5450.<br />

Tell your neighbors too!<br />

6 <strong>March</strong> <strong>2017</strong> | <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Crest</strong>


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SPORTS<br />

KATY YMCA<br />

Katy YMCA Fall Program Registration is in progress. Contact the Y for<br />

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<br />

years! All ages and ability levels welcome. Morning, evening, group and<br />

private sessions available.<br />

YMCA CHILD CARE 2016-17 REGISTRATION: Child Care provided at most<br />

Katy ISD elementary schools until 6:30 PM. Some schools offer both before<br />

and after school care. Please call for specific school offerings and prices.<br />

AHFC JUNIOR HURRICANES (JHSL)<br />

REGISTRATION NOW FOR SPRING <strong>2017</strong> OPEN<br />

The Junior Hurricanes Soccer League (JHSL) is led by professional United<br />

States Soccer Federation (USSF) licensed staff and is designed for boys<br />

& girls who want to play and have fun in a safe and developmentally<br />

appropriate environment. The JHSL program is being offered at multiple<br />

locations and in conjunction with CFSA at the Schiel Road Complex.<br />

To learn more about each location and to register please visit www.<br />

albionhurricanes.org. For those wishing only to train, join us in Katy for<br />

AHFC Friday Night Academy. Visit Katy Youth Soccer to register for this<br />

Friday Fun Program. AHFC is proud to partner with New Territory and<br />

offer New Territory Thursday Night Academy, a 5-week Skills Program.<br />

Email us at jhsl@albionhurricanes.org for more information or questions.<br />

Office Phone: 713-939-7473.<br />

SPRING SOCCER SIGN UPS<br />

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ages 4 to 18 for the SPRING Season. Games start on April 8, <strong>2017</strong>. FFPS<br />

is a non-profit youth soccer program dedicated to providing a positive<br />

youth sports experience for all children. Founded in 1986 in Katy, Texas,<br />

FFPS has grown to 22 leagues and 16,000 players throughout the Greater<br />

Houston area. FFPS offers children a fun and fair experience, including<br />

one practice per week, a full uniform and trophy for every player, equal<br />

playing time and play every position, co-ed/balanced teams, positive<br />

coaching and more. No tryouts are required.<br />

Online Registration schedule and fees (sign up early and save):<br />

Feb. 11 th through Mar. 2 nd : $112<br />

Mar. 3 rd through Mar. 23 rd : $117<br />

Mar. 24 th through Full: $122<br />

Go to www.FFPS.org to sign up. Registration fee includes a full uniform<br />

(jersey, shorts and socks), trophy, trained positive coaches, nice fields<br />

and background checks on all volunteers. Coaches will call players<br />

to schedule practice by April 4 th . Practice times and location will be<br />

determined by the coach and team. The schedule includes eight games,<br />

played locally on Saturdays, April 8 th to May 27 th . Our Katy league plays<br />

at George Bush Park - FFPS Soccer Complex (20150 Westheimer Parkway).<br />

Our Fulshear League plays at Huggins Elementary (No. 1 Huggins Dr). Our<br />

West Houston League plays at Westside High School (14201 Briar Forest).<br />

Our Westpark/Beltway League plays at Quillian Center (10570 Westpark<br />

Dr). Our Spring Branch/Memorial League plays at St. Andrew Lutheran<br />

Church (1353 Witte Rd). For more information, map of all locations or to<br />

sign up, visit www.FFPS.org or call 1-800-828-PLAY (7529).<br />

KATY AREA RUNNING CLUB<br />

The Katy Area Running Club is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation which<br />

exists to serve people living in and around Katy, Texas who have an interest<br />

in running. We are a community of people of all ages, backgrounds,<br />

heritages and abilities who share a common interest - running! Our focus<br />

is on group runs, having fun, socializing and sharing our knowledge and<br />

experience with our members and the public. We welcome all who are<br />

interested in joining us. We have a full calendar of runs, events and socials.<br />

We hold group runs every Saturday morning at the Sergeant Hatch<br />

Sports Park off the south I-10 feeder road just east of Barker Cypress Rd.<br />

On Tuesdays (5 AM and 6:30 PM) we meet at the Cinco Ranch Junior High<br />

Track for speedwork and on Thursday (6:30 PM) we meet at Crosspoint<br />

Community Church for tempo runs of various distances and paces. To find<br />

out more and to join our club, visit www.KatyAreaRunningClub.com.<br />

TENNIS ORGANIZATION FOR THE KATY AREA<br />

Katy Area Tennis (KAT) is the newest, non-profit tennis organization<br />

meeting the needs of all tennis players in the Katy area. Our goal is to<br />

provide a wide range of programming for tennis players as well as to<br />

promote the game in the Katy area. Registration is currently open for a<br />

variety of leagues, ladders and tournaments that include singles, doubles<br />

and mixed doubles for all ages and skill levels. For more information,<br />

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<br />

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

to18 years old in improving their physical fitness and mental stamina. We<br />

have 2 Cross Country practice sites in the greater Houston area. Memorial<br />

Park and Mary Jo Peckham Park in Katy. Go to www.trackhouston.com to<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 Wednesday of<br />

each month at 24638 Kingsland Blvd., Katy TX 77494. We post different<br />

water trips and outdoor adventures on the Meet Up Group Website. Don’t<br />

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adventures under our belts. We don’t sell boats or boat gear, but we do<br />

have kayaks and canoes and/or we know people who have kayaks and<br />

canoes. 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). No minors<br />

allowed in this club. For more information, call Philip or Tisha at 713-826-<br />

5705 or 281-782-7252. Email: mantarayinfo@mantaraydivers.com.<br />

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NETBALL CLUBS<br />

Katy Swifts Netball Club invites people to come and learn about netball<br />

and have some fun playing a great team sport. Open to everyone from<br />

eight years and up including adults. Contact katynetball@netballamerica<br />

for further information. Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men and<br />

youth to join in, play and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British School<br />

of Houston. Contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for further<br />

information. You can also “like” the Texas Netball Association on Facebook<br />

to see regular announcements about netball in the Lonestar State! Also visit<br />

netballamerica.com for general information about netball in America.<br />

WOMEN’S FLAT TRACK ROLLER DERBY<br />

Southwest Houston’s own brand new women’s flat track roller derby<br />

team is now forming. This isn’t the old school roller derby you’ve seen<br />

in the past. We train derby athletes to compete according to the rules<br />

and guidelines set forth by WFTDA, the Women’s Flat Track Derby<br />

Association. We are actively recruiting skaters, referees and volunteers.<br />

Skaters must be female and 18 or older. Referees and volunteers must<br />

be 18 or older. Email us at yellowrosederbygirls@yahoo.com for more<br />

information. You can also find us at www.yellowrosederbygirls.com<br />

and on 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 interested in<br />

playing volleyball. You must be at least 18 years old and be able to play at<br />

intermediate level. We play at different locations in and around Katy area.<br />

KATY RUGBY CLUB<br />

Want to learn the newest Olympic Sport - Rugby? All ages welcome - boys<br />

& girls, Training every Sunday 2-4 PM at Cinco Ranch High School, For<br />

more information, please visit www.katyrugbyclub.com.<br />

KATY CAVALIER LACROSSE CLUB<br />

The Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club invites you to come and see what Lacrosse<br />

is all about. Join us as we continue to bring one of the fastest growing<br />

team sports in the United States to the youth of Katy. Katy Cavalier<br />

Lacrosse Club offers lacrosse for boys and girls from Kindergarten thru<br />

High School. No experience needed. For more information visit our<br />

website, www.katycavalierlacrosse.org. Did you play Lacrosse in college,<br />

coached lacrosse or just love the sport? We are looking for Coaches for<br />

boys and girls. Please contact us for more information if you would like to<br />

volunteer and be a part of the Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club, 281-942-8822.<br />

WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE<br />

Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite<br />

you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our<br />

purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun<br />

while improving golfing skills. For more information, contact the Pro<br />

Shop at Cinco Ranch, 281-395-4653.<br />

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COMMUNITY EVENTS<br />

KATY COLOR RUN 5K CHALK IT UP<br />

FOR CHARITIES FUNDRAISER<br />

Join us for the 1 st Katy Color Run 5K on Saturday, <strong>March</strong> 25, <strong>2017</strong> at APEX<br />

Medical Building located at 25722 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, Texas 77494. This<br />

family fun event is a joint fundraiser between Christ Clinic, Clothed by<br />

Faith and Hope Impacts, nonprofits that aid the underserved in the Katy<br />

community. We are anticipating at least 500 people in attendance. The<br />

event will feature a chalk filled, 5K chip-timed run at 8 AM and a Mascot<br />

led 1K Kids Dash to start at 9 AM. In addition to racing fun, participants<br />

can enjoy a post-race party featuring an entertainment stage, a Chalk Art<br />

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and healthy food vendors. 5K- $25 and 1K- $10 (12 and under.)<br />

Event sponsorship, volunteer opportunities for high school students<br />

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food and much more! Bring the whole family to enjoy live music, kids<br />

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on fun for the whole family with a variety of local restaurants, cooking<br />

demonstrations, a large kids zone, a dessert oasis, live entertainment<br />

and a silent auction. The festival will debut at Villagio Town Center on<br />

<strong>March</strong> 4, <strong>2017</strong>, 11 AM-4 PM. Katy Taste Fest has partnered with several<br />

nonprofits that focus on abused, neglected and abandoned children.<br />

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THEATER/ARTS<br />

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June 2-4, <strong>2017</strong>: “Gingerbread Lady” by Neil Simon<br />

Tony-award winning Broadway play about lost misfits.<br />

July 14-16, <strong>2017</strong>: Don Zolidis’ “Empowered: How One Girl Scout Nearly<br />

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Season Tickets, including all new FLEX Packages, are on-sale now to<br />

lock-in the best price and choice seat. Pre-Sale Show Tickets are $15<br />

Adults and $12 Seniors. Tickets increase by $3 at the door. Group rates<br />

are available at www.kvpac.org or in person. For Katy audience members<br />

who seek an evening at the theater, they can look to Encore Players<br />

as a source to enjoy the theater in their own home town without the<br />

long commute or high cost involved with heading to one of downtown<br />

Houston’s theaters. Katy Visual & Performing Arts Center (KVPAC) is a<br />

non-profit arts education organization helping artists find their light<br />

since 2001.<br />

THE HOUSTON CHORAL SOCIETY<br />

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Americana: Saturday, <strong>March</strong> 11 th , 7:30 PM and Sunday, <strong>March</strong> 12 th , 3 PM<br />

Music Fit for a King: Saturday, May 6 th , 7:30 PM. For more information,<br />

please visit the HCS website at www.houstonchoral.org.<br />

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<strong>March</strong> 30 th -April 1 st , April 6 th -8 th , April 13 th -15 th : 8 PM<br />

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PETER AND THE STARCATCHER - April 28-May 21, <strong>2017</strong><br />

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FULSHEAR AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE<br />

TEXAS INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION,<br />

SATURDAY, MARCH 4, <strong>2017</strong><br />

Featuring Local Group ‘Saenz of the Times,’ Texan & Country Artist<br />

‘Pauline Reese’ and Country Legend & Headliner ‘Johnny Rodriguez.’<br />

The Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Texas<br />

Independence Day Celebration scheduled for Saturday, <strong>March</strong> 4,<br />

<strong>2017</strong>, 5-9 PM in the parking lot of Parkway Fellowship Church located<br />

at the corner of FM 1463 Rd. & FM 1093 Rd. Texas Music, Texas children’s<br />

activities, Texas shopping, Texas food Texas V-Tails Flyover and<br />

fireworks! This event has it all and is free to all who wish to celebrate<br />

the great state of Texas! If you’d like more information about this event<br />

or to be a sponsor, please contact Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce<br />

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HOUSTON WING - COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE<br />

<strong>2017</strong> OPEN HOUSE & VINTAGE AIRCRAFT FLY-IN<br />

April 22-23, <strong>2017</strong> will be a weekend dedicated in recognition of the<br />

70 th anniversary the formation of the United States Air Force, as the<br />

Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Houston Wing presents its annual Open<br />

House at the West Houston Airport.<br />

This event provides a rare opportunity for the public of all ages to immerse<br />

themselves in the sights and sounds of WWII and other authentic vintage<br />

military aircraft, which played a huge role in our American history.<br />

In addition to aircraft, several historic military vehicles will be on display<br />

as well as a very unique anti-aircraft gun trailer exhibit from the Battleship<br />

Texas. Our hangar’s WWII museum will also be open and docents will be<br />

available to help all ages enjoy the museum’s displays.<br />

West Houston Airport is located at 18000 Groschke Rd., 2 miles north of<br />

I-10 and between Hwy. 6 and Barker Cypress, will be the place to visit<br />

on Saturday and Sunday, April 22 nd and 23 rd from 10 AM to 5 PM. The<br />

admission fee is $10 per car, which goes to supporting the organizations<br />

efforts to keep these aircraft flying. Food, drinks and souvenirs and<br />

vintage aircraft rides will be available for purchase. For additional<br />

information, go to our website: www.houstonwing.org.<br />

KATY VOCAL EXPRESS<br />

Katy Vocal Express, the newest prospective Sweet Adelines Chorus<br />

has arrived in the Katy area. The name honors the history of the Katy<br />

railroad while looking forward to the barbershop harmony that is now<br />

being made in Katy. Ladies from the Katy/West Houston area are invited<br />

to attend chorus rehearsal any Thursday evening, 7-9PM at Holy<br />

Covenant United Methodist Church, 22111 Morton Ranch Road, Katy<br />

77493. There are signs guiding you to the correct place on the east side<br />

of the property.<br />

Singers of all ranges of experience make up KVE. Some have years of<br />

chorus singing while others have very little singing experience but the<br />

desire to create beautiful harmony. The ability to read music is helpful<br />

but not required; you just need the desire to sing and the ability to carry<br />

a tune.<br />

NATURE PROGRAMS FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN<br />

SATURDAYS IN NATURE<br />

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

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

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

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

or other adult guardians should participate with their children. Upcoming<br />

programs include <strong>March</strong> program on Wildflower Walk(Cone Seed Starter).<br />

THE TITMOUSE CLUB<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 is<br />

offered every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10 to 11 AM, from<br />

mid-September until mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary,<br />

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and may include nature talks, stories, hands-on activities and walks in<br />

the woods. For more information, go to www.houstonaudubon.org and<br />

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<strong>March</strong> 1 st : Butterflies and Moths<br />

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<strong>March</strong> 21 st & 22 nd : Hide and Seek: Camouflage<br />

<strong>March</strong> 28 th & 29 th : Art in Nature<br />

AFTER SCHOOL NATURE EXPLORERS CLUB<br />

Nature Explorers Club is designed for school-age children (ages 6-10,<br />

K-5 th ) who are interested in investigating the natural world. Each month<br />

we will explore a different ecology topic, focusing on our own native<br />

plants and animals. We will make a craft to take home, go on a nature<br />

hike, dip-net for fish and tadpoles in the ponds and get to know the plants<br />

and animals of the Bayou City! Fee/reservations are required. Reserve<br />

your child’s spot at www.houstonaudubon.org. For more information<br />

contact Bethany Foshee, Docent Programs Coordinator, bfoshee@<br />

houstonaudubon.org or 713-464-4900. Upcoming programs include:<br />

<strong>March</strong> 23 rd : Bird Watching (4 th Thursday)<br />

ARBOR SERVICES<br />

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Mulching<br />

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MARCH <strong>2017</strong> ROAD TRIPS AND AREA EVENTS<br />

<strong>March</strong> 2 nd - <strong>March</strong> 4 th - World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest.<br />

You won’t want to miss the biggest pre-party to the world’s<br />

largest livestock show and rodeo. More than 250 teams led by<br />

barbecue aficionados will compete in a traditional Texas cook-off.<br />

While most team tents are invitation-only, visitors can enjoy the<br />

public venues including the Miller Lite Garden, Rockin’ Bar-B-Que<br />

Saloon and the Chuck Wagon, where you receive a complimentary<br />

chopped beef sandwich plate. Come enjoy three days of cooking,<br />

competition, eating and dancing! The Garden, located in the<br />

center of the World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest, provides<br />

live music all three days of the contest for a fun family event. For<br />

more information, visit www.rodeohouston.com.<br />

<strong>March</strong> 4 th - Downtown Rodeo Parade. Every February since 1938,<br />

the nation’s fourth largest city is transformed from a bustling<br />

metropolis to a down-home celebration of Western heritage.<br />

Decorative floats intermingle with thousands of men and women<br />

on horseback to fill the streets with hoof beats and marching<br />

bands. Enthusiastic Houstonians join out-of-town spectators to<br />

line the streets and sidewalks to be involved in one of Houston’s<br />

most popular celebrations! For more information on parade<br />

route, street closures and parking, visit www.rodeohouston.com/<br />

visit-the-show/pre-show-events/parade.<br />

<strong>March</strong> 7 th - <strong>March</strong> 26 th - Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. Rodeo<br />

has been a tradition in Houston since 1932 and the three-week<br />

extravaganza at NRG Park continues to consume the city every<br />

spring. The kickoff for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is<br />

the Rodeo Parade, after trail riders ride into town and set up camp<br />

in Memorial Park. All 20 championship rodeo competitions are<br />

concluded with entertainment by music superstars. It’s going to<br />

be a star-studded lineup this year at the Houston Livestock Show<br />

and Rodeo. Weekday performances start at 6:45 PM and weekend<br />

performances kick off at 3:45 PM. For more information, visit<br />

www.rodeohouston.com.<br />

<strong>March</strong> 10 th - 12 th - River Oaks Garden Club Azalea Trail. The 82 nd<br />

Azalea Trail heralds the beginning of Spring! Blooms of Spring<br />

will be in full swing on <strong>March</strong> 10 th , 11 th and 12 th . The Trail kicks<br />

off with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Lazy Lane entrance of<br />

Bayou Bend on Friday, <strong>March</strong> 10 th at 10:30 AM. This year, a ticket<br />

to the Trail gives admission to 6 locations within the River Oaks<br />

neighborhood, including 4 private homes and gardens, Bayou<br />

Bend and Rienzi. A 7 th free location, also in River Oaks, is the River<br />

Oaks Garden Club Forum of Civics where free advice from “Ask the<br />

Experts” can be enjoyed each day and on Saturday at 2 PM, there will<br />

be a floral demonstration with easy to repeat floral tips from one of<br />

our talented Garden Club members! A free trolley will provide easy<br />

access to all 6 locations of homes, gardens and house museums. For<br />

ticket information, visit www.riveroaksgardenclub.org.<br />

<strong>March</strong> 11 th - St. Patrick’s Day Parade Downtown Houston. The<br />

58 th Houston St. Patrick’s Parade is at noon on Saturday, <strong>March</strong><br />

11 th and has always been a FREE event. The two-hour parade<br />

has historically been one of the largest in the U.S. and each year<br />

includes over 100 entries to delight the Irish and Irish-at-heart.<br />

Parade starts at the Clock Tower at Minute Maid Park on Texas<br />

and goes west-bound. Download the Parade Route at www.<br />

hsppc.org to find the reviewing stand, parking and after party<br />

location. Our history is a grand one and if you would like to<br />

personally support the parade and be a part of the year-round<br />

socials and meetings, please become a member of our Irish<br />

100 Club. The Houston St. Patrick’s Parade is presented by the<br />

Houston St. Patrick’s Parade Commission. Come out and enjoy<br />

the parade!<br />

<strong>March</strong> 11 th - Join us for Texas’ largest canoe and kayak race - the<br />

45 th Annual Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta! Paddlers, ages 12<br />

and up, are encouraged to participate in the 15-mile American<br />

Canoe Association sanctioned race along the scenic Buffalo<br />

Bayou. Whether you are entering competitively or paddling<br />

for pleasure, you won’t want to miss out on this longstanding<br />

Houston tradition! Those not wanting to paddle can cheer on<br />

racers along the race route or catch the outdoor fun at the finish<br />

line festivities at Sesquicentennial Park (500 block of Preston<br />

Street). The Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta is rain or shine.<br />

If cancellation does take place due to severe water or weather<br />

conditions, all entry fees will support the work of Buffalo Bayou<br />

Partnership. The event takes place from 7 AM-2 PM. For more<br />

information, visit www.buffalobayou.org.<br />

<strong>March</strong> 19 th - Tour de Houston Presented by Apache Corporation.<br />

The annual bike ride offers Houstonians and visitors a unique<br />

way to view the city with routes winding through Houston’s<br />

historic neighborhoods, scenic districts and parks while raising<br />

funds for the city’s Reforest Houston program. With three ride<br />

length options, the Tour de Houston is the perfect event for<br />

leisure riders or cycling enthusiasts. In addition, it is a BP MS<br />

150 recommended training ride. Riders will start and end at<br />

City Hall located at 901 Bagby. This event begins and ends in<br />

Hermann Square at City Hall. Riders and volunteers will enjoy a<br />

post-ride party. For more information, visit www.houstontx.gov/<br />

tourdehouston/.<br />

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<strong>March</strong> 24 th - 26 th - <strong>2017</strong> Bassmaster Classic & Expo. In conjunction<br />

with the Bassmaster Classic in Lake Conroe there will also be an<br />

Expo at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, TX. The<br />

classic will start off with takeoff beginning each day at Lake Conroe<br />

Park at a time to be announced soon. There will be off-site parking<br />

and shuttles for fans wanting to attend. This event is free and<br />

located at Lake Conroe Park, 14968 TX-105, Montgomery, TX 77356.<br />

The Outdoor Expo will take place at the George R. Brown Convention<br />

Center, while Weigh-Ins, will take place at Minute Maid Park, both<br />

in Downtown Houston. For more information on times, visit www.<br />

bassmaster.com. In recent years, tackle and lure companies have<br />

been using the Classic Expo as the venue to introduce their newest<br />

products to bass fishing fans. The <strong>2017</strong> Expo will cover more than<br />

300,000 square feet, the largest in Bassmaster Classic history.<br />

<strong>March</strong> 24 th - 26 th - Bayou City Art Festival. Fine juried art by 300<br />

artists and extensive selection of art, representing 18 different<br />

forms of artistic media, festival goers can also enjoy international<br />

food and wine, the Green Mountain Energy Creative Zone offering<br />

interactive art activities, daily outdoor performances and more.<br />

The Festival celebrates the vitality and diversity of Houston and<br />

enriches the city’s arts environment and reputation. Over the past<br />

40 years, the Bayou City Art Festivals have raised more than $2.6<br />

million for local nonprofit organizations. For more information,<br />

please visit www.bayoucityartfestival.com. Event held at Memorial<br />

Park/Washington Corridor from 10 AM-6PM.<br />

<strong>March</strong> 27 th - April 2 nd - Shell Houston Open. Shell Oil Company<br />

has been the title sponsor for Houston’s PGA TOUR stop since<br />

1992 and charitable donations have been a big part of the<br />

relationship. Houston Golf Association golf-related activities<br />

have generated more than $62 million since 1992 when Shell Oil<br />

Company became title sponsor. Shell Oil Company and Houston<br />

Golf Association are in the final year of a 5-year contract extension<br />

through <strong>2017</strong>. With a 25-year partnership with HGA, Shell is now<br />

the third-longest serving title sponsor on the PGA TOUR. Shell Oil<br />

Company and Houston Golf Association have focused on youthoriented<br />

agencies since the two became corporate partners. The<br />

fastest-growing program involving the HGA and Shell Oil Company<br />

is The First Tee of Greater Houston Chapter, which has facilities<br />

adjacent to the Golf Club of Houston in Humble. For tickets and<br />

more information, visit www.pgatour.com/tournaments/shellhouston-open/tickets.html.<br />

<strong>March</strong> 31 st -April 2 nd - The Annual Tomball German Heritage<br />

Festival begins the last week in <strong>March</strong> on the Old Downtown<br />

Streets of Tomball Texas near 201 S. Elm Street, Main Street (FM<br />

2920) and Market Street. It is a Music/Street festival celebrating<br />

German and ethnic heritage with 4 stages of live music<br />

entertainment “happy music for happy people,” ethnic and<br />

festival food, beer, wine, 150 street vendors, all kinds of German<br />

souvenirs and clothing, arts crafts, antiques, Heritage Center,<br />

German church service, fireworks, carnival, pony rides, petting<br />

zoo, strolling music makers, street performers and much more.<br />

Like Oktoberfest in <strong>March</strong>! Huge fun for the whole family! You do<br />

not have to be German to enjoy this festival. It is fun for everyone<br />

and there is no admission or parking fees. For more information,<br />

visit www.tomballsistercity.org.<br />

Through May 29 th - The nationally recognized Mummies<br />

of the World: The Exhibition made its debut at the Houston<br />

Museum of Natural Science on September 24, 2016. Described<br />

as “fascinating, intriguing, and inspiring,” by NBC, “absolutely<br />

extraordinary,” by NPR, “a must see,” by FOX TV and having<br />

been visited by over 1.5 million people nation-wide, Mummies<br />

of the World will instill a sense of curiosity and wonder in<br />

every visitor. Come face to face with the largest exhibition<br />

of real mummies and related artifacts ever assembled. The<br />

exhibit provides a window into the lives of ancient people<br />

from every region of the world including Europe, South<br />

America and Ancient Egypt, offering unprecedented insights<br />

into past cultures and civilizations. For more information,<br />

visit the Houston Museum of Natural Science website at www.<br />

hmns.org.<br />

Through April 23 rd - Body Worlds RX at The Health Museum is a<br />

prescription for healthy living. Take one large dose of enlightenment<br />

during the Houston debut of Body Worlds RX. Real human<br />

bodies show you details of today’s common diseases and the<br />

inner workings of your anatomy. Be inspired and empowered<br />

to take steps toward a healthier life. From organs to muscles<br />

to the nervous system and to skeletal structures, Body Worlds<br />

RX gives an unprecedented look inside the most sophisticated<br />

mechanism in the world, the human body. For more information,<br />

visit the Museum of Health & Medical Science website at<br />

www.mhms.org.<br />

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CHURCH NEWS<br />

& EVENTS<br />

KATY CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION (KCWC)<br />

KCWC is part of <strong>Stone</strong>croft, a ministry for women which provides Bible<br />

Studies, Prayer Connections and fellowship luncheons around the US.<br />

Katy Christian Women also sponsors monthly Prayer Coffees. These are<br />

held on the second Thursday of each month. New Bible Studies started in<br />

January. Please visit our website at Katycwc.org for locations or call Janet<br />

Collins at 281-762-8252. For more information or to RSVP for the luncheon,<br />

please email Nancy at Katycwc@gmail.com or call 281-232-8338.<br />

KATY WOMEN’S AGLOW<br />

Katy Women’s Aglow, a part of Aglow International, is a local, spirit-filled<br />

women’s ministry fellowship. We meet monthly, usually on the fourth<br />

Saturday 10-11:30 AM. We come together for fellowship, to worship and<br />

to hear inspirational speakers and testimonies, as well as for special<br />

events. Katy Women’s Aglow is a great place to make new friends! View<br />

our website for information about current Bible studies. Prayer meetings,<br />

special events and speaker biographies, www.katyaglow.com.<br />

AGLOW AREA CONFERENCE<br />

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Aglow’s Generations Director and Jessica Wilson, Aglow’s Anti-Trafficking<br />

Specialist, as they address how we all can collaborate to launch the next<br />

generation in facing the spiritual challenges of this season. Jayde Malone<br />

Kenter, Generations Director for Aglow’s South Central Region, will also<br />

share her insights with us. Come be inspired, re-fueled, re-equipped and<br />

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PROPHETIC BIBLE STUDY FROM THE TORAH<br />

Prophetic Bible Study from the Torah starting with Leviticus chapter 23, “the<br />

feasts of the Lord,” using authentic Hebrew Scrolls and the New Testament.<br />

The lessons are in English, Chinese and partially finished in the Russian<br />

language. Lessons are web based until a group study is formed in Katy http://<br />

scrolls4all.org. Contact: Gary Zimmerman scrolls4all.org@gmail.com.<br />

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH<br />

SENIOR ADULT NEWS<br />

Trinity Baptist Senior Adults get together on Monday afternoons from 1-4 PM<br />

for a time of fellowship, prayer and games... Come join the fun! Trinity Baptist<br />

Church is located at 10000 Spring Green Blvd. (corner of Spring Green & Fry). For<br />

more info., visit www.trinity-katy.org or call the church office at 281-579-6724.<br />

EPIPHANY BINGO<br />

Epiphany conducts their bingo games every Friday night except<br />

holidays. THERE IS NO SMOKING ALLOWED DURING ALL BINGO<br />

GAMES. They have security, lighted parking, big screen color monitor,<br />

computerized bingo equipment, snack bar and large cash prizes. Profits<br />

benefit charitable outreach programs. Epiphany Catholic Church, Church<br />

Community Center, 1530 Norwalk Dr. (between Fry and Mason Roads,<br />

south of I-10 behind Nottingham Subdivision) off Highland Knolls. Early<br />

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 Katy,<br />

“BINGO” is being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except<br />

Holidays. Doors open at 7 PM, games start at 7:15 PM with four Early<br />

Bird games. Regular games start at 7:30 PM. All profits will benefit<br />

community outreach and Religious Education programs. The Church<br />

is located in downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You can get to the<br />

church if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right at the<br />

light, go to the second stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left<br />

and the Church Hall will be on your right one block down. For more<br />

info., call 281-391-4758.<br />

SAINT EDITH STEIN CATHOLIC CHURCH<br />

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 can<br />

play including children. We offer a smoke and alcohol free environment.<br />

Cash prizes awarded for Regular BINGO and Special Games will range<br />

from $15 to $100. Snacks and refreshments will also be available. Doors<br />

open at 6:30 PM for BINGO card presales. Early Bird BINGO starts at 7 PM,<br />

Regular BINGO starts at 7:30 PM. All BINGO events at Saint Edith Stein<br />

Catholic Church are operated under a license issued by the Texas Lottery<br />

Commission. Location: Carmel Hall, Saint Edith Stein Catholic Church,<br />

3311 N. Fry Road, Katy, TX 77449.<br />

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LIBRARIES<br />

MAUD MARKS LIBRARY<br />

1815 Westgreen Blvd., Katy, TX 77450, 281-492-8592<br />

LIBRARY HOURS - Mon. 1 PM - 9 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 9 PM, Wed. 10 AM - 6 PM,<br />

Thurs. 10 AM - 6 PM, Fri. 1 PM - 6 PM, Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM, Sun. closed.<br />

To register online for any of the programs at the library’s website (www.hcpl.<br />

net), click on “Events Calendar” and select “Maud Marks.” Participants may<br />

also register by calling or by visiting the library.<br />

ADULTS<br />

• BOOK SALE - The Friends of the Maud Marks Library will hold their next book<br />

sale on Saturday, <strong>March</strong> 25 th at 10 AM until 4 PM. There is a large selection of<br />

hardback fiction and nonfiction, as well as children’s books and paperbacks.<br />

Come see all our insane bargains. All proceeds will benefit the library.<br />

• FREE FAMILY FILMS - Bring the whole family out to our family film festival<br />

this spring break. The week school is out, on Monday, <strong>March</strong> 13 th , Thursday,<br />

<strong>March</strong> 16 th and Friday <strong>March</strong> 17 th , at 3 PM we will be showing a different<br />

mystery film complete with popcorn. Unfortunately, we cannot print the<br />

titles here, but call the library or stop by for a complete list.<br />

• VOLUNTEER AT THE LIBRARY - Volunteer opportunities abound at the Maud<br />

Marks Library. Volunteers are needed to help shelve, count patrons and more.<br />

We will be holding our next volunteer orientation on Thursday, <strong>March</strong> 2 nd at<br />

4:30 PM. Students should be in high school and must be able to commit to<br />

two hours twice a week. If you would like to help in any way, please contact<br />

Lauren Richards at 281-492-8592.<br />

• FREE TAX ASSISTANCE - Every Monday and Friday through April 18 th ,<br />

AARP will be offering free tax assistance to elderly and low-income individuals<br />

from 10 AM to 2 PM.<br />

• YOGA CLASSES - You asked for it, you got it! The library hosts classes twice<br />

a month. Yoga can be a very relaxing and centering exercise program. Join us<br />

on Saturdays, <strong>March</strong> 4 th at 10 AM and <strong>March</strong> 18 th at 3 PM, as we learn about<br />

the benefits and basic how-to of yoga. Join us as we exercise our minds and<br />

bodies. Registration required.<br />

• GENEALOGY - Are you interested in learning more about your family’s past?<br />

The library is offering one-on-one instruction on how to use the FamilySearch.<br />

org website. These classes will take place every Wednesday at 10 AM. Learn<br />

more about how to get started looking into your family’s past and find out<br />

where you came from. Seating is extremely limited for this class.<br />

• TEEN TIME: SCRATCH CODING - Do you enjoy playing video games? Using<br />

the computer? Downloading apps? There’s a code for that! Join us Thursday,<br />

<strong>March</strong> 2 nd at 2:45 PM while we learn the basics of coding and computer<br />

programming using the Scratch Project developed by MIT.<br />

• TEEN TECH WEEK - You ready to make some robots? Join us on Thursday,<br />

<strong>March</strong> 9 th at 4:30 PM during Teen Tech Week when we work with Lego<br />

Mindstorms. Make and program your own Lego Mindstorm robot! This is a<br />

ticketed program. Tickets will be available at 4 PM the day of the program.<br />

• DIY CRAFTS: GLUE GUN DRAWING - This month we will be drawing… with<br />

glue! Join us on Tuesday, <strong>March</strong> 14 th at 2 PM as we make 3D drawings using<br />

cardboard, hot glue and paint. Seating for this is extremely limited.<br />

• KATY MAKERSPACE - Did you know that the Katy area has its very own<br />

MakerSpace? We’ll be learning all about this special place for creators and<br />

inventors at the library on Tuesday, <strong>March</strong> 14 th at 7 PM. Harry Krueger will<br />

be here to give us an introduction to Katy MakerSpace and all you can do<br />

there. Makers of all ages and disciplines are encouraged to join us as we learn<br />

everything our new MakerSpace has to offer.<br />

• POWER OF ATTORNEY & DESIGNATION OF GUARDIANSHIP - Senior<br />

citizens and their family members are invited to join us for a new series at<br />

the library. Every 3 rd Friday of the month, experts will be here to discuss<br />

various topics pertinent to senior living. On <strong>March</strong> 17 th at 3 PM, we will be<br />

discussing power of attorney and designation of guardianship. Learn what<br />

happens when you are incapacitated and why it is important to have power<br />

of attorney and guardianship in place ahead of time. Come discover what<br />

kind of life is best for you or your loved one.<br />

• GREEN THUMB GARDENING - Is your Master Gardeners of Harris County<br />

will once again be bringing their Green Thumb series once a month where<br />

they will discuss various topics unique to gardening in the Houston area. This<br />

month, on <strong>March</strong> 18 th at 10 AM, learn all about planting, growing and the<br />

upkeep of roses. Seating is extremely limited for this class.<br />

• COLOR ME RELAXED - What is the newest way for adults to relax and have<br />

a good time? Coloring! The library now has an adult coloring hour on the 4 th<br />

Tuesday of every month at 2 PM. We color, chat, have a snack and listen<br />

to relaxing music. We will provide plenty of pages for coloring and colored<br />

pencils, although, you are more than welcome to bring your own.<br />

• FIRE SAFETY FOR ADULTS - Even adults need fire safety reminders once<br />

in a while. Tom Petty with the Harris County Fire Marshall’s office will be at<br />

the library on Tuesday, <strong>March</strong> 21 st at 3 PM to remind us what to do if a fire<br />

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happens to us. This seminar, designed for older adults covers electrical and<br />

cooking safety, precautions when sleeping as well as slip and fall hazards, the<br />

importance of working smoke alarms, having and practicing a fire exit plan<br />

and more. Come meet Cinder, a trained K-9 dog who specializes in helping<br />

teach fire safety.<br />

• TIMELESS TRAVELERS: NOAA OCEAN DISCOVERY DAY - Seniors 55+ are<br />

invited to join the library’s Timeless Travelers for a FREE trip to the NOAA<br />

lab in Galveston for Ocean Discovery Day, courtesy of the Friends of Maud<br />

Marks Library and Precinct Three Transportation. The bus departs the library<br />

on Saturday, <strong>March</strong> 25 th at 8 AM. Seating is extremely limited. Registration<br />

begins <strong>March</strong> 3 rd .<br />

• BOOK DISCUSSION CLUBS - The Library hosts book clubs that meet<br />

monthly. The Evening Book Club normally meets on the second Monday of<br />

the month at 7 PM. The Afternoon Book Club meets on the second Thursday<br />

of the month at 1 PM.<br />

• JUST DESSERTS MYSTERY BOOK CLUB - Meetings held the third<br />

Wednesday of the month at 2 PM. You are encouraged to bring your favorite<br />

dessert to eat while we discuss whether our villains get their just desserts.<br />

• COMPUTER CLASSES - The library offers a variety of computer classes each<br />

month. You must know how to use a mouse and a keyboard. Seating for this<br />

is extremely limited. Registration is required. To see this month’s classes go<br />

to the library’s website www.hcpl.net, click on “Events Calendar” and select<br />

“Maud Marks.”<br />

CHILDREN<br />

•WEDNESDAY WONDERS - Let imaginations soar as you explore the world<br />

around you with crafts and activities on Wednesdays at 4:45 PM, for ages<br />

6-11. These programs normally last about one hour. All necessary materials<br />

are provided. This is a ticketed program. Tickets are available 15 minutes<br />

before the program begins.<br />

• INFANT STORYTIME - This program will meet each Tuesday morning at<br />

10:15 AM and 11:15 AM. This is an interactive program for children, ages 0<br />

to 12 months and their caregivers. Each session will last about 20 minutes,<br />

featuring nursery rhymes, songs and finger plays.<br />

• STORYTIME - Storytime for preschool-aged children is held each Wednesday<br />

at 10:15 AM. Stories, fingerplays and songs are featured. This is ideal for<br />

children ages 3 to 5, but all children and their caregivers are welcome.<br />

• PRESCHOOL EXPLORERS - Is your preschooler ready to explore the world?<br />

Children ages 2 ½ to 5 are invited to come on Wednesdays at 11:15 AM as we<br />

learn about the world. There will be plenty of stations for science and sensory<br />

exploration.<br />

• TOTALLY TODDLER STORYTIME - Toddlers, ages 18 to 36 months, are<br />

invited to participate in our Totally Toddler Storytime, which will be held<br />

on Thursdays, at 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM. Tickets are required for Toddler<br />

Storytime. Tickets are given to the first 30 toddlers the day of the event.<br />

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• YOGA - Saturday, <strong>March</strong> 4 th , 1 PM. Learn more about yoga, the ancient art<br />

based on a harmonizing system of development for mind, body and spirit.<br />

Gain a sense of well-being, learn more about the origins of yoga and learn<br />

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• NEW VOLUNTEER ORIENTATIONS - Wednesday, <strong>March</strong> 8 th , 6:30 PM.<br />

Interested in volunteering at the library? We have periodic orientation<br />

sessions to introduce you to our library and what kinds of work you could<br />

do. Applications are available at the Information Desks (must be signed<br />

by guardian if volunteer is under 18). Volunteers under the age of 14 must<br />

volunteer with a parent or guardian.<br />

• FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MONTHLY MEETING - Wednesday, <strong>March</strong> 8 th<br />

at 6:30 PM. Did you enjoy a program or service at the library? Support us and<br />

show your appreciation by joining the Friends of the Library! The Friends of<br />

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• IRS SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOP - Saturday, <strong>March</strong> 18 th , 1 PM. Do you<br />

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• PASSPORT PROCESSING SERVICE – Wednesday, <strong>March</strong> 1 st and <strong>March</strong> 29 th ,<br />

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Come to the library to apply for your passport. The person receiving the<br />

passport must be present. Call the District Clerk’s Office at 713-755-1674 for<br />

more information or to make an appointment. Walk-ins are also accepted.<br />

• FREE TAX HELP WITH THE AARP - Tuesdays and Fridays, 1-5 PM. Get free<br />

tax help from the AARP! Please bring copy of last year’s return, W-2 forms<br />

from each employer, all 1099s and receipts or cancelled checks for itemizing.<br />

You must have Social Security card for self and dependents. First come, first<br />

served. Sign up at the Information Desk beginning at 10 AM on Tuesdays and<br />

on the signup sheet posted to the front doors after noon on Fridays.<br />

• COMPUTER CLASSES - These classes will cover a range of topics! Call the<br />

branch for specific class information.<br />

• THE BEAR CREEK BOOK CLUB - 2 nd Monday, 7 PM.<br />

• THE BEAR CREEK MYSTERY BOOK CLUB - 3 rd Thursday, 11 AM. The Library<br />

is hosting a mystery book club! All sleuths and amateur Sherlocks heed this<br />

call! Come to this lively group and share your passion for mysteries!<br />

WEEKLY PROGRAMS<br />

• SAVVY STITCHERS - Every Thursday, 4 PM. The Bear Creek Knitters Club is<br />

a place to share ideas, to learn new knitting techniques or to teach someone<br />

else a new knitting skill. Don’t miss out on the weekly fun!! Make sure to bring<br />

your needles and yarn.<br />

• COMPUTER CLASSES - Every Friday at 1:30 PM and 4 PM and Saturday,<br />

<strong>March</strong> 4 th at 3:30 PM. These classes will cover a range of topics including<br />

Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Microsoft Office Classes, Intro to eReaders,<br />

Social Networking, Technology Toolbox and more! Call the branch for specific<br />

class information.<br />

• LILY’S LIBRARY TALES - Every Saturday at 2 PM. Come to the library for<br />

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 CONVERSATION - Saturdays at 12:30 PM. Join our free Conversational<br />

ESL class. Emphasis will be placed on verb tenses. Attendees will need to fill<br />

out an application. Everyone is welcome!<br />

• ESL READING GROUP - Saturdays at 2 PM. Open to individuals whose first<br />

language is not English. This free class will help ESL students learn to improve<br />

their reading skills. Open to people at all reading levels. No registration<br />

required.<br />

TEEN PROGRAMS<br />

• TEEN PROGRAMS - Mondays at 4 PM. Want to do something fun and<br />

interesting after school? The library is hosting weekly Teen events. You can<br />

watch an anime, take part in a book or movie critic club and so much more!<br />

CHILDREN<br />

• MIDDLE SCHOOL SPOT – Tuesdays at 5 PM. Come join the fun of Middle<br />

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KATY BRANCH LIBRARY<br />

5414 Franz Road, Katy, TX 77493, 281-391-3509<br />

Hours of Operation: Monday & Tuesday 10 AM - 7 PM, Wednesday 1 PM - 8 PM,<br />

Thursday 10 AM - 6 PM, Friday 1 PM - 6 PM, Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM, Sunday CLOSED.<br />

Join online at www.hcpl.net or come by in person and we’ll help you sign up!<br />

MONTHLY PROGRAMS<br />

• HISPANIC BOOK GROUP/CLUB HISPANO DE LIBROS - First Wednesday<br />

of each month, 6 PM. Every month, a group of Spanish speaking adults get<br />

together to discuss a chosen book. Les invitamos a que todos los meses se<br />

reuna con nosotros para conversar sobre un libro. Lláme para más información.<br />

• SUPERACION PERSONAL - Second Wednesday of every month, 6 PM. The<br />

Katy Branch Library hosts motivational discussions in Spanish.<br />

• SPANISH COMPUTER CLASS/CLASE DE LA COMPUTADORA - Every Friday,<br />

4:30 PM. Basic computer classes taught in Spanish.<br />

• ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - The Katy Library offers an array of computer<br />

classes in English - please call for more information.<br />

• MANGO ESL CLASS - Every Friday, 3:30 PM. Learn English with a group<br />

going through Mango Languages, an online computer program.<br />

• GARDENING CLUB - Every month on the 2 nd Thursday, 11 AM. Join other<br />

gardeners in the area to learn new ways to grow. Bring your leftover seeds<br />

and exchange them for new seeds to try.<br />

WEEKLY PROGRAMS<br />

• GENEALOGY SQUAD - Every Monday, 2 PM. Bring your lunch and join us for<br />

an informal genealogy get-together. We’ll have computers, Ancestry.com and<br />

other genealogists to help each other with our searches.<br />

• KNOTTY & NICE CLUB - Every Wednesday, 1 PM. The Knotty & Nice Club<br />

is the place for you if you want to learn new needlework techniques, teach<br />

someone else or just hang out with other crafters. Come & join the club!<br />

CHILDREN<br />

Mondays, 10:15 AM - Baby Bounce<br />

Tuesdays, 10:15 AM and 11 AM - Toddler Time<br />

Thursdays, 10:15 AM and 11 AM - Preschool Storytime<br />

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AMERICAN RED CROSS CLASSES - Community Lay Responder: Cost is<br />

$27, check or money order only & no refunds. This class is on Friday,<br />

<strong>March</strong> 3, <strong>2017</strong>, 1 PM-5 PM. Includes Adult CPR with AED, Infant/Child<br />

CPR and Standard First Aid. Registration began 2/6/17.<br />

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are posted out by the lake. Park hours are 6 AM-10 PM. If you have<br />

questions, please call the Parks Office at 281-531-1592.<br />

ONGOING CLASSES LAND<br />

PILATES - Mondays and Fridays - 10:30 AM-11:30 AM.<br />

YOGA – Yoga postures exercise every part of the body, stretching and<br />

toning the muscles and joints, the spine and the skeletal system. It also<br />

reduces physical and mental tension, leaving you feeling calm and<br />

refreshed. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM & Mondays &<br />

Wednesdays, 5:30 PM-6:30 PM.<br />

ZUMBA - Tuesdays - 11 AM-12 PM (HC & KCL residents call Tuesday<br />

starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call Tuesday starting<br />

at 10 AM) & Thursdays 5 PM - 6 PM (HC & KCL residents, call Thursday<br />

starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call Thursday starting<br />

at 10 AM) and Saturdays - 8:15-9:15 AM (HC & KCL residents, call Friday<br />

starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call Friday starting at<br />

10 AM).<br />

MEDITATION - An ancient Chinese art of mind-body relaxation and<br />

healing. Its benefits include increased energy, enhanced concentration,<br />

stress reduction. Saturdays, 9 AM - 10:30 AM.<br />

FITNESS MACHINES – This is a time when you can work out on your<br />

own on the fitness equiPMent. You must be 16 year and up & bring a full<br />

size towel and wear atheletic shoes. Various times available daily. The<br />

machines are closed during class times.<br />

ONGOING CLASSES POOL<br />

DEEP WATER AEROBICS - This hour class is a high cardio vascular<br />

workout. A flotation device is advised. Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 9 AM.<br />

WATER AEROBICS - This one hour class is low-impact, which is easy on<br />

the joints. Monday-Friday, 9:05 AM-10:05 AM. Monday & Wednesday<br />

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 />

RECREATIONAL SWIM (call to reserve a spot) - There is no lap swimming<br />

at this time. Friday, 5 PM-6:30 PM - Saturday & Sunday, 2:30 PM-4 PM.<br />

SPLASH TIME - This time is by reservation only and for families or<br />

individuals to come play in the SHALLOW END of the pool. Children<br />

must 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 County<br />

residents & those who reside within the Katy City Limits. Other counties<br />

may call the day of the Splash time. Monday-Thursdays - 2 PM-3 PM.<br />

LAP SWIM/WATER WALK - Various times daily.<br />

LAP SWIM FOR AGES 8-11 Fridays, 4-4:45 PM, Saturdays and<br />

Sundays, 11:30 AM-1:30 PM( in 30 minute increments). Call to reserve<br />

a lane. Reservations may be made 1 day in advance for Harris County<br />

residents & those who reside within the Katy City Limits. Other counties<br />

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ANIMAL INFO<br />

SPECIAL PALS<br />

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WHITE & RESCUE CALENDAR<br />

Special pals is selling a <strong>2017</strong> Red, White & Rescue<br />

Calendar, a project helping to fundraise for the<br />

shelter. The Red, White & Rescue Calendar is a<br />

collaboration between first responders and special<br />

pals. The calendar features first responders from<br />

the Katy, West Houston, Richmond, Rosenberg and<br />

Fulshear areas along with their own adopted dogs or<br />

adoptable dogs from special pals. “Our goal for this<br />

calendar is to help raise funds and awareness for the<br />

shelter,” said Melissa Houser, president of special pals.<br />

“We also want to recognize local first responders who<br />

protect our communities every day. They work hard to save human lives while we work hard to save<br />

animal lives.” Eight local agencies are represented in the <strong>2017</strong> Red, White & Rescue Calendar: Fort<br />

Bend County Sheriff’s Office, Katy ISD Police Department, Fort Bend EMS, Katy Fire Department,<br />

Richmond Police Department, Fulshear Police Department, Harris County Sheriff’s Office and<br />

Fulshear/Simonton Fire Department. Photography was arranged and provided free of charge by<br />

Sandy Flint of Flint Photography. The Red, White & Rescue Calendar may be purchased online<br />

for $24.99 including tax and shipping or in person at Special Pals for $20 including tax at www.<br />

redwhiteandrescue.com. Special Pals website: www.specialpalsshelter.org.<br />

PET SHELTERS<br />

DREAM DACHSHUND RESCUE is a local, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization committed to rescuing<br />

abandoned, stray and owner-surrendered Dachshunds. We are an all-volunteer rescue and we’re<br />

looking for qualified foster homes to provide food, water, shelter and love to rescued Dachshunds<br />

while they wait for a loving forever family to fall in love and adopt them. All DREAM Dachshunds are<br />

spayed and neutered, current on all vaccines, receive dental care if needed and are fully examined<br />

and treated - if necessary, by our certified veterinarians. DREAM covers the cost of any and all<br />

medical treatment and monthly heartworm preventative while dogs are in foster care. If you are<br />

interested in fostering or adopting a DREAM Dachshund, please visit our website and fill out our<br />

easy online application. You can also view the over 65 adorable Dachshunds we currently have on<br />

our foster-roster! Find us on the web at www.DreamDachs.org and “Like” us on Facebook at www.<br />

Facebook.com/DreamDachshundRescueEducationAdoptionMission. If you have any questions,<br />

please send us an email to Contact-Us@DreamDachs.org.<br />

PUGHEARTS OF HOUSTON - PugHearts of Houston is a non-profit rescue dedicated to giving<br />

unwanted and neglected Pugs 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 foster homes throughout the area<br />

where they learn to live (some of them for the first time) in a home with foster siblings and parents<br />

who teach them how to be part of a loving family. There are many ways in which you can donate to<br />

PugHearts of Houston, be it with your time, your skills, adopting, fostering or by making a financial<br />

donation. For more information, please visit www.pughearts.com.<br />

RESCUE - REHABILITATE - REHOME LONE STAR BOXER RESCUE Lone Star Boxer Rescue is a<br />

nonprofit 501(C)(3) organization dedicated to the health and well being of the boxer breed. LSBR is<br />

run and managed by volunteers. Our main objective is to rescue, rehabilitate, and re-home boxers<br />

that come to us from many sources including local animal shelters, owner surrenders, and strays.<br />

Call 713-464-1381 or visit our website - www.lsbr.org, P.O. Box 541286 Houston, TX 77254-1286, email<br />

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ADOPT A PET - ADOPT A CAT, a non-profit cat shelter, has cats available for adoption at the Petco<br />

at Hwy. 6 and FM 529 on the 1 st and 3 rd Saturdays of each month from 12:30 to 5:00 PM. Pets of the<br />

Week are always at Petco and available for adoption. The $70 fee includes spay / neuter, FeLV and FIV<br />

testing, some shots and de-worming. Call 281-580-6652 for more information.<br />

CITIZENS FOR ANIMAL PROTECTION IS A NON-PROFIT SHELTER - Make a Ddfference in the life of an<br />

Orphan Animal - Adopt - Located at 17555 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77094. We are a unique example of<br />

humane housing for homeless animals & open 7 days a week. CAP’s Pet Supply Shop has everything you<br />

need for your pet or for the people that love them and at a reasonable price. Monday - Friday, 11 AM - 5<br />

PM, Saturday 10 AM - 4 PM and Sunday, 1 PM - 5 PM. For more information, call 281-497-0591, www.<br />

cap4pets.org.<br />

DACHSHUND RESCUE OF HOUSTON - We<br />

are a small group of volunteers right here in<br />

Houston and the surrounding areas and we love<br />

dachshunds! Our primary mission is to rescue<br />

(from pounds and shelters) purebred (and a<br />

few mixed) dachshunds that end up alone,<br />

abandoned and/or abused and for many of them,<br />

it can be an 11 th hour rescue. All of our rescued<br />

dachsies receive a complete health evaluation<br />

by our accredited veterinary clinics and are<br />

either spayed or neutered (if not already), given<br />

immunizations, dental care and are started on<br />

any necessary medical treatment(s). Our focus<br />

following rescue, is rehabilitation and relocation<br />

into a safe and loving foster home. If you think<br />

you might be interested in fostering or maybe<br />

even adopting, please join us at Dachshund<br />

Rescue of Houston on Facebook or visit us and<br />

our “dachsies in waiting” on our website at<br />

www.dachshundrescueofhouston.org. DRoH is<br />

a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations<br />

are tax-deductible, no matter the amount.<br />

ALL TEXAS DACHSHUND RESCUE is a non-profit<br />

organization consisting of volunteers dedicated<br />

to the rescue and placement of Dachshunds<br />

and Dachshund mixes into foster or permanent<br />

homes. If you would like to become a foster parent<br />

or adopt one of these wonderful little dogs,<br />

please check us out on the web at www.ATDR.<br />

org or email info@atdr.org. FRIENDS OF BARC<br />

- a 501c(3) non-profit corporation that supports<br />

the humane care and treatment of animals. Cats<br />

and dogs at BARC are longing for forever homes.<br />

Visit BARC at 3200 Carr St., Monday - Friday,<br />

11:30 AM -5:30 PM, Saturday - Sunday, noon – 4<br />

PM. Or you can see animals at one of our many<br />

Pet Smart adoption locations listed on our web<br />

site. Donate - Send a tax-deductible donation<br />

to Friends of BARC. Donate online or send a<br />

check to Friends of BARC Inc., P.O. Box 70315,<br />

Houston, TX 77270. Spay or Neuter - Encourage<br />

friends and family to spay or neuter their pets.<br />

Foster - Save lives by getting animals out of the<br />

shelter and preparing them for their forever<br />

homes. Volunteer - We have many volunteer<br />

opportunities including transporting animals to<br />

adoptions, counseling prospective pet parents<br />

and walking and bathing animals at the shelter.<br />

To learn more, visit www.FriendsofBARC.org or<br />

call 713-229-7300.<br />

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RESCUE is a non-profit organization, staffed<br />

solely by volunteers, devoted to providing<br />

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for unwanted, neglected, abused, homeless and<br />

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GOLDEN RETRIEVER RESCUE. Golden Retriever Rescue of Houston is a<br />

non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue, foster care, welfare and<br />

placement of Golden Retrievers in the Houston, Texas area. GRRH is an allvolunteer<br />

group that provides temporary shelter; quality medical care and<br />

permanent homes for unwanted, abused or abandoned Golden Retrievers.<br />

Call 713-521-9019. Or visit their website – www.grrh.org. Golden Retriever<br />

Rescue of Houston, Inc., PO Box 19594, Houston, TX 77224.<br />

HORSE RESCUE needs members, foster homes and contributions, www.<br />

bluebonnetequine.org or 888-542-5163.<br />

GREYHOUND RESCUE - ADOPT A RETIRED ATHLETE! Greyhound Pets<br />

of America Inc. is a national non-profit organization dedicated to finding<br />

responsible homes for retired racing greyhounds. Since there is never a<br />

lack of dogs waiting for adoption, potential parents have the opportunity<br />

to meet several dogs. It is our goal to find the perfect match for both pet<br />

and owner. For more information on adoption, volunteering, greyhound<br />

merchandise and tax deductible donations please visit our website at<br />

www.gpahouston.org or you may call us at 713-667-3804.<br />

BASSET BUDDIES RESCUE OF TEXAS - We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit<br />

organization staffed solely by volunteers devoted to the rescue of unwanted,<br />

abused, and homeless basset hounds in Houston, TX and surrounding<br />

regions. Bassets are rescued from shelters or received directly from owners<br />

who feel unable/unwilling to continue to care for them. Basset Buddies<br />

Rescue of Texas, PO Box 130244, Houston, TX 77219-0244, 281-303-5496.<br />

HORSE RESCUE needs members, foster homes and contributions, www.<br />

bluebonnetequine.org or 888-542-5163.<br />

NOAH’S ARK is an independent community-supported non-profit animal<br />

shelter that provides humane shelter and services for homeless, sick and<br />

abused animals. Through contributions from private individuals and<br />

organizations, the shelter is able to maintain its dedication to animals.<br />

Without the generous support of animal-lovers in this community and<br />

beyond. Visit the shelter at 18430 K-Z Road, Cypress, Texas 77433. For<br />

more information, visit our website at www.noahs-ark-sanctuary.org or<br />

call 281-351-NOAH.<br />

(SNAP) SPAY-NEUTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, INC. provides free (to<br />

qualified individuals) and low-cost (to all) spay/neuter and wellness<br />

services for domesticated dogs and cats, and feral cats. SNAP provides<br />

sterilization services, vaccinations, heartworm tests and preventative,<br />

and flea preventatives. SNAP is a non-profit organization that has<br />

mobile clinics, a surgery clinic and a wellness clinic and has volunteer<br />

opportunities. Please visit us online at www.snapus.org or the Surgery<br />

Clinic at 713-863-0010, the Wellness Clinic at 713-862-8001 or the Mobile<br />

Clinic at 713-522-2337.<br />

SPECIAL PALS - Offers adoption, vaccines/wellness clinic, spay/neuter<br />

services, micro chipping and boarding. If you would like to donate to<br />

Special Pals, send your donation to: Special Pals, Inc, 3830 Greenhouse<br />

Road, Houston, TX 77084. Special Pals is a 501(c)(3) non-profit<br />

organization, we need your help in supporting our animal shelter. We<br />

are located at 3830 Greenhouse Road, Houston, Texas 77084, 281-579-<br />

PETS (7387). Hours are: Closed Mondays for low cost spay & neuter, Open<br />

Tuesday - Sunday 12 - 4 PM.<br />

S.T.A.A.R. (SOUTH TEXAS ANIMAL ADOPTION RESOURCE) is dedicated<br />

to rescuing, rehabilitating and finding loving homes for dogs that have<br />

been discarded, or neglected. We are a no-kill, not for profit organization<br />

that is run entirely by volunteers. We hope that you enjoy our website, and<br />

that what you find there informs, endears and enlightens. Maybe you too<br />

will become a part of the ever-growing S.T.A.A.R. family. Visit us at www.<br />

staarnet.org to see pictures of the available dogs or you can call 281-392-<br />

0927. Please donate online or by mail to: P.O. Box 6575, Katy, Texas, 77491.<br />

WEIMARANER RESCUE OF NORTH TEXAS has wonderful Weims available for<br />

immediate adoption in the Houston area. Visit www.weimrescuetexas.org for<br />

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RODEO HISTORY/FACTS<br />

RODEO PARADE<br />

In 1937, planning had begun for the first Rodeo Parade leading up to the 1938 Houston<br />

Livestock Show and Rodeo. The first parade was headed by Mounted Police and various<br />

dignitaries on the city, county and state levels, who also rode horseback. There were two<br />

bands with a Drum and Bugle Corp.<br />

In 1952, the Salt Grass Trail ride was the first trail ride that was formed by only a few men.<br />

The following year, the publicity from that ride attracted more people to join.<br />

All of the Trail Riders converge on Memorial Park to camp out for the night before heading<br />

down Memorial Drive to where it empties out onto Texas Ave to line up for the parade.<br />

The parade has approximately 115 different groups joining in the festivities. There are<br />

15 trail rides, 20 floats, 15 commercial wagons and stagecoaches and 10 to 15 university<br />

and high-school marching bands in addition to Show officials, other elected officials and<br />

dignitaries on horseback and in vehicles.<br />

TRAIL RIDES<br />

The Trail Rides (cavalcades) are a long tradition with the rodeo and gather at Memorial<br />

Park to camp for a rest and party before the big Annual Rodeo Parade through Downtown<br />

Houston.<br />

Salt Grass Trail Ride - 85-mile (137 km) ride from Cat Spring, Texas, established in 1952<br />

Sam Houston Trail Ride - 66-mile (106 km) ride from Montgomery, Texas, established in 1955<br />

Old Spanish Trail Ride - 216-mile (348 km) ride from Logansport, Louisiana, established in<br />

1956<br />

Prairie View Trail Ride - 102-mile (164 km) ride from Sunnyside, Texas, established in 1957<br />

Valley Lodge Trail Ride - 72-mile (116 km) ride from Brookshire, Texas, established in 1959<br />

The Spanish Trail Ride - 112-mile (180 km) ride from Coldspring, Texas, established in 1961<br />

Texas Independence Trail Ride - 92-mile (148 km) ride from Brazoria, Texas, established in<br />

1961<br />

Los Vaqueros Rio Grande Trail Ride - 386-mile (621 km) ride from Hidalgo, Texas, established<br />

in 1973<br />

Southwestern Trail Ride - 100-mile (160 km) ride from Brazoria, Texas, established in 1974<br />

Northeastern Trail Ride - 108-mile (174 km) ride from Beaumont, Texas, established in 1982<br />

Texas Cattlemen’s Trail Ride - 85-mile (137 km) ride from Anderson, Texas, established in<br />

1986<br />

The Mission Trail Ride - 210-mile (340 km) ride from San Antonio, Texas, established in 1990<br />

Southwest Trail Ride - 120-mile (190 km) ride from Rosenberg, Texas, established in 1993<br />

WORLD’S CHAMPIONSHIP BAR-B-QUE CONTEST<br />

The World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest, also simply known as “The Cookoff,” started<br />

in 1974 and has consistently drawn massive attendance numbers for the three-day event,<br />

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drawing a record 264,132 visitors in 2013. It takes place on the southern<br />

parking lot of NRG Stadium, with over 350 teams participating every year<br />

and is generally considered a “Hot Ticket,” as most are for members or by<br />

invitation only. While the event is open to the general public, those that<br />

can get into the tents are generally allowed an unlimited amount of food<br />

and beverages.<br />

THE CALF SCRAMBLE<br />

Since the addition of the event in 1942, it has been one of the more<br />

popular events during the actual rodeo. The event features 14 calves and<br />

28 students who must try to capture one of the calves, put a halter on<br />

it and bring it back into the “winners square” in order to claim the win.<br />

One of the rules is that as long as a contestant is actually in the act of<br />

holding the calf (i.e. Holding it by the tail) to get the halter on, no other<br />

participant may interfere unless the calf wriggles itself free. It’s at this<br />

point where the calf is fair game once again. The event is held nightly<br />

between major events in the Reliant Stadium. Each of the students who<br />

catch a calf is awarded a $1,250 certificate to purchase a registered beef<br />

heifer. Raising and showing this heifer becomes a yearlong project as<br />

the scrambler sees to the grooming, feeding and care of the animal. The<br />

exhibitor returns to the Houston Livestock Show the following year for a<br />

special competition. Calf Scramble exhibitors receive a $250 bonus when<br />

they return to compete with their heifer, totaling their $1,500 certificate.<br />

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Rodeo Houston also features the traditional rodeo events of bull riding,<br />

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roping, barrel racing (women only) and chuck wagon racing.<br />

TRANSPORTATION<br />

With between 60,000 and 150,000 people attending the rodeo each day,<br />

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also compete with regular Houston Rush Hour on regular business days.<br />

There are a variety of ways into and out of the complex that include Park<br />

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The Coordinators of the event try to persuade attendees to use public<br />

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