Westfield Community March 2017

MARCH 2017
Westfield Community
News
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Houston
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March 7-26
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WESTFIELD COMMUNITY
HELPFUL NUMBERS
Spectrum Association Management
281-343-9178 281-752-5482 Fax
16690 Park Row • Houston, TX 77084
Mary Fisher - Manager
mfisher@spectrumam.com
WCA Waste 281-368-8397
Ricewood M.U.D. 281-579-4500
Mayde Creek M.U.D. 832-467-1599
Community Center Reservations 281-492-1769
Sheriff Office (non-emergency) 713-221-6000
Fire Dept. (non-emergency/events) 281-578-2518
WCA 281-368-8397
Ricewood M.U.D. 281-579-4500
CenterPoint Energy (gas) 713-659-2111
CenterPointEnergy (elec) 713-207-7777
Light Outages 713-207-2222
report online at http://cnp.centerpointenergy.com/outage
Power to Choose (elec) 1-888-797-4839
SCHOOLS
Rhoads Elementary 281-237-8500
McRoberts Elementary 281-237-2000
McDonald Jr. High 281-237-5300
Morton Ranch HS 281-237-7800
KISD Administration 281-396-6000
HARRIS COUNTY NUMBERS
Poison Control 1-800-764-7661
Animal Control 281-999-3191
Mosquito Control 713-440-4800
Commissioner Radack 281-463-6300
US Post Office 1-800-275-8777
Katy Library 281-391-3509
Katherine Tyra Library 281-550-0885
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WESTFIELD BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tom Clark - President
Celia Trevino - Vice President,
Social Events Coordinator & Newsletter
Jacque Freeman - Secretary / Treasurer,
Back-up Landscape / Irrigation
Courtney Wilson - Director, Lead Landscape / Irrigation
Richard Salce - Director
Abraham Montemayor - Director, Construction / ACC
Juan Bruno - Director
Members, thank you for volunteering.
We look forward to an amazing new year.
DUTIES OF OUR
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Our Board of Directors is charged with
maintaining, preserving and enhancing the
common assets of our association. In order
to perform those duties our Board depends
upon the advice and counsel of experts in
various fields of community association management: our Management
Company, attorneys, landscapers, insurance specialists, etc.
When making decisions regarding our community, the Board is expected
to consider all the facts and factors involved in the issue and
make the best business decision possible.
Sometimes those decisions may not appear to be in the best interests
of all of the owners, however if each owner understood all of
the underlying issues that go into making the decision; they would
understand that the Board’s choice of action is usually the most
practical and well thought out.
In addition to dealing with insurance, maintenance, financial and
contractual decisions, the Board must also balance their positions on
the Board with their role as a homeowner. If assessments are increased
that means they are increased for them also. If rules are enacted, that
means they have to obey them, too. Being a Board member does not
grant one community from the responsibilities of living in an association.
In fact, serving on the Board reflects just how seriously they take
that responsibility. So, please keep in mind that our Board members
are actually doing “double-duty” for our community: they serve as
Board member and neighbor...and they deserve a heartfelt “thank
you” for all of their contributions to our community!
REGISTERING ONLINE WITH SPECTRUM
Communication is essential in HOA management and our goal is to
make access to information as easy and streamlined as possible.
Through the use of our website, Owners may gain access to a great
number of resources including; personal account information,
community documents, HOA financials and general community
information is posted.
All residents are encouraged to register online so you can stay updated
on all community information. To register simply follow the
below directions:
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1. Visit us online at www.spectrumam.com
2. Select the Login/Register link on the left hand side of the page
3. Select the Register tab and enter in the information
requested on the form
4. Submit your information and within 24-hours, an auto
system email will be sent you with a temporary password
5. Use your temporary password to sign in online at
www.spectrumam.com
6. Select the “My Profile” tab on the left side of the page once logged
in and you have the option of changing your password to one of
your choice
7. Enter your information and picture for your pool tags online.
Avoid lines.
If you have not yet completed this process, make sure you take
5-minutes to do so today!!
SHERIFF’S PHONE NUMBERS
The non-emergency phone number for the Harris County Sheriff’s
Department is 713-221-6000 the number for the Clay Road station
is 281-463-2648. But if you actually have an emergency and in need
of assistance right away, please call 9-1-1.
TIMELY ASSESSMENT PAYMENT SAVES US ALL MONEY!
In order to meet its financial obligations, our association depends
upon the timely receipt of our monthly assessments from the owners.
When our community’s budget is approved by the Board, it assumes
two things: the amount of income must equal the amount of expenses
and, that each homeowner will pay his or her maintenance
assessment in a timely manner. If one or the other fails to happen,
we have a cash-flow problem and it usually results in costing all of
us more money in the long run.
Our community depends entirely upon the monthly assessments to
pay its bills (insurance, landscapers, water, electricity, gas, management,
etc.). Whenever homeowners are delinquent in paying their
assessments it creates a “cash-flow shortage” that may prevent
the association from paying its bills in a timely manner. There is no
other source of income available to make up for the shortage. If we
“borrow” money from the reserves to pay for operating expenses,
we are required to pay it back, thus we create even more expenses.
Ultimately, when even a few homeowners fail to pay their assessments
on time it ends up costing us all more. That is because since
most of our expenses are pre-determined, the only way to make up
for a cash-flow problem is to increase the amount of money coming
in or in other words, raise our monthly assessment amount.
We can all take part in keeping our community’s expenses down and
one of the best ways is to make sure that your monthly assessment
check is sent on time!
Spectrum has made this process so easy for the residents. You can go
on www.spectrumam.com and register and create an account that
will allow you to make payments and take care of everything online
or stop by and see Jennifer at Spectrum Association management
office at 16690 Park Row, Houston, TX 77084.
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WCA GARBAGE COLLECTION HOLIDAYS AND GUIDELINES
Collection Days: Monday and Thursday
Holidays: New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day,
Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas
• Please have waste ready for collection no later than 7 AM.
• Refuse must be in bags or cans, weighing no more than 40 pounds.
• Tree branches, brush, shrubs and fencing must be tied in bundles, weighing
no more than 40 pounds and being no longer than 4 feet in length.
• Branches may be no wider than 3 inches in diameter to avoid damaging
equipment.
• Per Federal Law, refrigerators, freezers and air conditioning units
must be drained of all Freon and have an accompanying bill verifying
Freon has been drained.
• ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED: dirt, rocks, bricks, concrete, tires, batteries,
motor oil, cooking oil, waste generated by a private contractor, hazardous/toxic
chemicals or material, construction material, no more
than 1 room of carpeting, bundled and less than 40 pounds. Items
not collected will be tagged explaining reason for non-collection.
Recycle Collection Guidelines
The following items are accepted in our curbside recycling program:
• Paper: Newspaper, magazines, catalogs, junk mail, envelopes, office
paper, construction paper, colored paper, folders, paper bags, phone
books, holiday cards and greeting cards.
• Cardboard: Corrugated cardboard boxes, paperboard boxes (cereal,
soda/beer, egg, shoe boxes)
• Containers: Aluminum cans, tin cans, steel cans, empty aerosol cans,
aluminum foil, plastics #1-#5 & #7 (milk, soda, water, juice, shampoo,
detergent, pool supplies, pet food), metal pots and pans, copper, scrap
metal (nails, screws, gutters), milk and juice cartons, aseptic packages.
• Commonly Mistaken Unacceptable Material: PLASTIC BAGS, STY-
ROFOAM, GLASS, wrapping paper, used pizza boxes, coat hangers,
paint and solvent containers, light bulbs, mirrors, windows, dishes
and cups, Pyrex pans, wet or soiled paper, paper towels, facial and
toilet tissue, disposable plates and cups.
WESTFIELD COMMUNITY TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS LIST
If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage
job seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www.krenekprinting.com,
click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with your name,
birthdate (mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate and the
name of your newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on
your form. Please make sure your email is correct, we send emails in the
summer to make sure all the info is still good and that you want to stay
on the list. If we do not hear back from you after 3 tries, we will remove
you from the list until we do. Must have parent(s) permission.
DISCLAIMER
Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those
listed on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out
references if you do not personally know those listed. This is just a
list of teenagers from the subdivision who wish to find part time jobs.
Responsibility for any work done by these teenagers is between those
seeking helpers and the teens and their parents.
CODE KEY:
B - BABYSITTING, CPR - CPR CERT., FAC - FIRST AID CERT., RCC - RED CROSS CERT.,
SS - SAFE SITTER, SL - SWIM LESSONS, PP - PET/PLANT SITTER, P - PET CARE ONLY,
H - HOUSE CARE, L - LAWN CARE, C- CAR CARE/DETAILING, T - TUTORING
BABYSITTING LIST
NOT AVAILABLE ONLINE
MARCH GARDENING TIPS
VEGETABLES
• Plant vegetables such as tomatoes, sweet corn and snap beans and
pepper, as well as cucumbers, lima or butter beans, cantaloupe, okra
(if the soil has warmed sufficiently - 70 degrees F. or higher), southern
peas, pumpkin, squash, peanuts and watermelon.
LAWN
• Re-sod or replant as needed with turfgrasses adapted to this part of
Texas and suited to the planting location (shade or sun).
• When resodding semi-shaded areas with St. Augustine, use ONLY the
variety Floratam for best pest resistance.
See www.plantanswers.com/grass.htm.
TREES AND SHRUBS
• Plant container-grown trees and shrubs as soon as possible. In shady
areas, where grass is difficult to grow, consider planting a dependable
groundcover such as English ivy, Asian jasmine, vinca or one of the
prostrate junipers.
• Prune spring flowering and evergreen shrubs during early March.
However, be sure to prune spring flowering shrubs after they have
bloomed.
• Fertilize with a pre-plant application of a slow-release fertilizer
analysis such as 19 - 5 - 9 at the rate of 3 pounds per 100 square feet of
garden planting area. Early March is the ideal time to fertilize landscape
plants because you give them food just before the spring growing
season starts.
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ANIMAL INFORMATION
5 STEPS TO A
HAPPIER HEALTHIER PET
1. Protect your pet from extreme
weather (heat, cold, rain, etc.).
2. Keep indoors or in a fenced
yard and on a leash when
walked.
3. Make sure they’re up to date
with vaccinations.
4. Always make sure they’re
wearing identification, so they
can be returned to you if lost.
5. Spay or neuter your pet.
Texas Lab Rescue has labs available
that are waiting to go
to their forever home. Please
check out their website at
txlabrescue.org.
SCOOPAGE PET POOPAGE
It may not be a fabulous way to
walk, but please have courtesy
to please scoop when your
pet poops during your walks.
Throughout the community trails, you will find areas to toss your pet’s
poopage and in some areas, there are also bags. Carry your own grocery
bags - you’ll be recycling at the same time! Many of your neighbors
work hard with their lawncare and landscaping. Come with a scooper
and a recycled grocery bag or anything else. Picking up after your pets
shows your respect for every homeowner and our beautiful community.
Pet feces damages lawns and many residents are working hard to
maintaining their grass!
PREVENT EXCESSIVE BARKING!
Dogs left alone all day get lonely, bored and restless. Many find relief
in barking. Some respond noisily to any and all activity. Nothing is as
annoying as incessant barking-even for dog lovers. If your dog is a yapper
or a yowler, please consider some of these bark-abatement ideas to keep
the noise down in your area. Your neighbors will thank you!
• Training. Training not only helps your dog, you’ll be surprised how
much it helps you, too. You may get some insight into why your dog
barks so much, or what it is trying to communicate.
• Citronella collars.
• Confinement. Sometimes simply bringing an outspoken dog indoors
or confining it to a crate cuts down on the disturbance to neighbors.
• For inside dogs, reduce stimulus. Close drapes to help muffle street
noise, or leave a radio on to mask it.
• Companionship. Dogs are pack animals; they need companionship-a
cat, bird or another dog. Consider a mid-day visit from a pet-sitting
service or drop your pooch off at a friend’s place or a day-care facility
once or twice a week.
HARRIS COUNTY LEASH LAW
Animals that are not properly restrained pose a threat to all our residents.
While you may know your pet is friendly, an animal running at
someone who is walking by is very scary for that person. Many children
are afraid of animals and become frightened, which could result in the
child getting hurt trying to avoid the animal.
Harris County Animal Control advises, “All dogs and cats must be kept
under restraint while in the unincorporated areas of Harris County,
Texas. The custodian of a dog or cat is not authorized to have, harbor
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or keep any unlicensed dog or cat, nor to allow any dog or cat to
become a stray.”
Restraint is defined as “the control of a dog or cat under the following
circumstances:
1. When it is controlled by a line or leash not more than six (6) feet in
length, if the line or leash is held by a human being, who is capable
of controlling or governing the dog or cat in question
2. When it is within a fully enclosed vehicle
3. When it is on the premise of the custodian and the animal does
not have access to sidewalk or street.”
While it may be nice to have your animal out in the yard while you
work or play, it is against the law, unless the animal is properly
restrained.
Let’s all help keep our community a safe and comfortable place for
all our residents by being responsible pet owners. This will not only
protect anyone who may be walking or bicycling in the area, but also
the pet owner who could be held legally responsible or possibly sued
for failing to properly restrain their pet.
OTHER
• Impounded animals shall be kept three days to allow the owner
time to redeem them.
• The occupant/head of household of any premises on which a dog
or cat remains for a period of seven days is presumed to be the
owner of that animal.
• All animals suspected of rabies, or animals that bite, scratch or
otherwise attack any person shall be impounded at the discretion of
the County Health Officer, for a period of ten days under veterinary
observation.
• Violators of any provision of this order are guilty of a misdemeanor
and are subject to a fine of up to $200 in a Justice of the Peace Court.
SOURCE
Harris county Health Department, Veterinary Public Health
(formerly called Harris County Animal Control), 2223 West Loop
South, Houston, Texas 77027-3588, www.hcphes.org/vph.
To make a complaint or report an animal that is not properly restrained
please contact:
Harris County Precinct #5, Contract #87: 281-463-6666
Harris County Animal Control: 281-999-3191
Harris County Health Department, Rabies/Animal Control Section
2223 West Loop South, Houston, Texas 77027-3588
www.countypets.com
VETERINARY PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION
HARRIS COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE
Residents of Harris County must be aware of the regulations adopted
by Commissioners Court to meet the standards of the “Texas Rabies
Control Act of 1981.” This ordinance, enforced by Veterinary Public
Health (formerly called Harris County Animal Control) is designed
to protect the health and welfare of Harris County residents.
• Requires the annual vaccination and registration of all dogs and
cats four months of age and older.
Vaccinated within the last twelve months, or;
Vaccinated within the last 36 months provided that the animal was
vaccinated twice within 12 months and the last vaccination was
with a licensed 3-year vaccine.
• Requires dogs and cats to be physically restrained at all times,
without access to the sidewalks and streets.
• Sets a REGISTRATION FEE for all dogs and cats: Updated 8/2011
$15 LIFETIME: for neutered dogs and cats. Proof of neutering
required.
$15 LIFETIME; for dogs and cats belonging to persons 65 years of
age or older.
•NOTE: All pets with lifetime registration must be vaccinated yearly
against rabies.
$75 Triennial License: for dogs and cats with qualifying vaccination
status. Must provide proof of two rabies vaccinations within 12
months and the last vaccination must be with an licensed 3-year
vaccine
$25 ANNUAL: fee for all other dogs and cats.
$5 REPLACEMENT fee for Harris County tag.
Sets an IMPOUNDMENT FEE plus a boarding fee to be charged for
each animal picked up. Owner may also be issued a citation for
allowing the animal to run loose.
DE-CLUTTERING THE CLOSET
Stacked, packed and bulging, the clothes closet looms. When it
takes too long to dress for a special occasion or to find jeans and a
T-shirt, it’s time to stop closet clutter. Apply these STOP clutter rules
to determine whether to keep, toss, sell, donate or repair clothing.
Gather your tools: timer, STOP de-clutter boxes (marked Put Away,
Sell/Donate and Storage), a garbage bag for trash and an extra box
for Repair items. Set the timer for 20 minutes. Twenty-minute nibbles
get the job done in controllable bites.
Step 1: Sort. One garment at a time, make a decision using the STOP
clutter rules. Start small: one shelf of hanging rod. Examine each
garment and decide whether to keep, toss, sell, repair or store it. If
necessary, try on the garment to make the decision.
Step 2: Toss. If it’s a keeper, hang it back on the rack or return it to the
shelf. If not, put it in the appropriate box or toss it in the trashcan.
Step 3: Organize. Out-of-place items - sports equipment, fishing poles,
hairbrushes, safety pins, the stapler you used for an emergency hem repair
- go to the Put Away box. Arrange the remaining garments according
to color on the newly spacious hanging rod or cleared shelf.
Step 4: Put away. When the timer rings, stop. The timer’s bell is your
friend, seeing to it that you don’t bite off more clutter energy than you
can chew. Empty the trash, take the Repair items to the sewing area and
circle the house with the Put Away box.
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KATY INDEPENDENT
SCHOOL DISTRICT
WWW.KATYISD.ORG
IMPORTANT DATES
March 13 th - 17 th - Spring Break
KATY ISD ANNOUNCES
ATHLETIC HALL OF HONOR
​Nominations being accepted for past and
present athletic contributors.
Katy ISD is pleased to announce the establishment
of an Athletic Hall of Honor to recognize
the efforts and contributions of former
student athletes, athletic teams, coaches and
special merit individuals who have brought
distinction, honor and excellence to themselves
and to the District.
Nominations are now being accepted
through March 15, 2017. Submissions will
be reviewed by the Katy ISD Athletic Hall of
Honor Honorary Board and voted on by the
Katy ISD Athletic Hall of Honor Committee.
Once submitted, a nominee’s application will
remain active for five years with the Honorary
Board. Due to the sheer volume of alumni
worthy of such an honor, nominations will
be accepted annually.
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The Hall of Honor Committee has already selected
the following four state championship
teams to be honored in the inaugural class of
the Athletic Hall of Honor:
Katy High School 1959 Football State Champions
Katy High School 1997 Football State Champions
Taylor High School 1997 Tennis State Champions
Taylor High School 1998 Tennis State Champions.
Individuals and state championship teams
will be honored at a 2017 fall banquet and a
Katy ISD football game.
State championship teams will continue to
be added to the Athletic Hall of Honor every
year.
For more information and access to the
requirements and nomination form, visit
www.katyisd.org/dept/athletics/Pages/
default.aspx.
KATY ISD ANNOUNCES NEW CAMPUS
ATHLETIC COORDINATORS FOR
MORTON RANCH
Katy ISD is pleased to announce the addition
of Ron Counter and B.J. William Gotte as
our new Campus Athletic Coordinator/Head
Football Coach’s for Morton Ranch High
School and Paetow High School.
Both positions were approved unanimously
during the Katy ISD Board of Trustees January
Work Study meeting.
Coach Counter comes to Morton Ranch High
from Stafford High where he was the head
football coach and athletic director for the
last four years. During his time at Stafford,
Coach Counter led the program into the
playoffs four years in a row. Prior to Stafford,
Coach Counter made coaching stops
at Strake Jesuit High, Round Rock Westwood
High, Spring Woods High, Alief Hastings High
and Klein Oak High. Coach Counter has also
received several “Coach of the Year” honors.
For Coach Gotte, moving to Paetow High
School means staying close to home. Growing
up he attended Cimarron Elementary,
West Memorial Junior High and graduated
“class of ‘97” at Katy High School, which
is where he also began his career in 2001.
Coach Gotte made stops at Deer Park High,
La Marque High and Flower Mound Marcus
High prior to returning to Katy High in 2009.
His role as an Offensive Coordinator at Katy
High School has played an integral part in
winning three state championships.
The Katy ISD Athletic Department is excited to
welcome both coaches to these new endeavors
within the Katy ISD family. Both coaches
began their new journey on February 1 st .
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This year seven Katy ISD high school students earned the highest possible
ACT composite score of 36. On average, less than .1 percent of all test
takers earn the top score. Only 2,235 out of the nearly 2.1 million students
who took the ACT in 2016 earned a composite score of 36.
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The ACT consists of tests in English, mathematics, reading and
science, each scored on a scale of 1-36. Exceptional scores of
36 provide colleges with evidence of student readiness for the
academic rigors that lie ahead.
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CINCO RANCH HIGH
DANCING WITH
THE STARS!
The Cinco Ranch High School
Cougar Stars! The Spring Clinic,
Ages 4-13, will be held April
22, 2017 from 9AM - 12 Noon
at CRHS Dance Gym. Cost is
$40 (If postmarked by April 4,
2017). Cost includes: Clinic,
T-Shirt, Snack, Practice CD and
Dancer admission to Cougar
Star Spring Show! For registration form:
www.crhscougarstars.org/dance-clinic/.
TOMPKINS HIGH SCHOOL
ORCHESTRAS’ DUCK RACE
The Tompkins High School Orchestras’
2017 Duck Race is coming
Saturday, April 1st, at Current
Church in Katy, 26600 Westheimer
Parkway, starting at 9 AM. Duck
Race participants have the chance
to win one of several guaranteed prizes including:
1. An Xbox One
2. Beats Solo headphones
3. A new laptop
In addition to the duck race, the orchestra will be hosting
live music, food trucks and carnival style booths from 10
AM-2 PM. For more information about purchasing your $5
BUCKS-A-DUCK chances, please contact the Tompkins High
School Orchestras at 281-234-1074 or go to our website,
tompkinsorchestras.org.
MARCH OBSERVANCES & FUN FACTS
Birthstone: Aquamarine/Flower: Daffodil
Pisces (February 19 th -March 20 th )/Aries (March 21 st -April 20 th )
The Anglo-Saxons called the month Hlyd monath, which means
Stormy month or Hraed monath, which means Rugged month.
About March:
• American Dietetic Association Month
• National Nutrition Month
• American Red Cross Month
• Caffeine Awareness Month
• Epilepsy Awareness Month
• National Nutrition Month
• Nutrition Month
• Peanut Month
• Women’s History Month
IMPORTANT DATES & HOLIDAYS IN MARCH 2017
March 1 st : Ash Wednesday
March 8 th : International Women’s Day
March 9 th : Purim begins at sundown
March 12 th : Daylight Savings Begins at 2 AM
March 15 th : Ides of March
March 17 th : St. Patrick’s Day
March 20 th : International Earth Day - also called Sun-Earth Day
March 20 th : Spring (Vernal) Equinox
March 25 th : Feast of the Annunciation
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The Real
Craftwives
of Katy
THE REAL CRAFTWIVES OF KATY
SPRING FAMILY EXPO
SUNDAY, MARCH 26, 2017, 12-5 PM
No Label Brewery,
5351 1 st St., Katy, TX
Come check out what all the local vendors
have to offer. Children and adult
clothing, home and yard décor, candles,
unique gifts, furniture, food and much
more! Bring the whole family to enjoy
live music, kids activities and delicious food trucks! It’s an event for
the whole family!
KATY COLOR RUN 5K CHALK IT UP FOR
CHARITES FUNDRAISER
Saturday, March 25, 2017
Join us for the 1 st Katy Color Run 5K on Saturday, March 25, 2017 at
APEX Medical Building located at 25722 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, Texas
77494. This family fun event is a joint fundraiser between Christ
Clinic, Clothed by Faith and Hope Impacts, nonprofits that aid the
underserved in the Katy community. We are anticipating at least 500
people in attendance.
The event will feature a chalk filled, 5K chip-timed run at 8 AM and
a Mascot led 1K Kids Dash to start at 9 AM. In addition to racing fun,
participants can enjoy a post-race party featuring an entertainment
stage, a Chalk Art contest highlighting local artists, fitness demonstrations,
Kid Fun Zone and healthy food vendors. 5K- $25 and 1K- $10
(12 and under.) Event sponsorship, volunteer opportunities for high
school students and 10x10 vendor space for healthy lifestyle vendors
available for $50. Contact Michael at michael@christclinickaty.org.
For more information, visit
https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/Katy/KatyColorRun5K.
KATY TASTE FEST SERVING
FUN AND FOOD FOR
A GOOD CAUSE AT
2017 FESTIVAL
Festival’s charity partners include
Katy Care, Krause Children’s Center,
Helping Kids Ministry and more. The
festival is an event for foodies to
experience fare from Katy’s diverse
restaurant scene. Emphasis is on fun for the whole family with a
variety of local restaurants, cooking demonstrations, a large kids
zone, a dessert oasis, live entertainment and a silent auction. The
festival will debut at Villagio Town Center on March 4, 2017, 11 AM-4
PM. Katy Taste Fest has partnered with several nonprofits that focus
on abused, neglected and abandoned children.
Katy Taste Fest supports several Katy non-profit groups, including
Katy Cares, Helping Kids Ministry, Krause Children’s Center and Armor
of Hope Foundation. All proceeds from Katy Taste Fest will benefit
Katy nonprofits that help vulnerable children. For more information
about Katy Taste Fest charity partners or to purchase tickets, please
visit KatyTasteFest.com.
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/KatyTasteFest
• Instagram: www.instaggram.com/KatyTasteFest
• Twitter: www.twitter.com/KatyTasteFest
SPRING BREAK
HORSEBACK
RIDING CAMP
March 13-17, 2017,
9 AM-2 PM each day
We will do horseback riding
and activities with our
horses, both large and
miniature. We will also be
working with farm animals
including horses, cows,
pigs, rabbits and chickens
and doing other fun activities including games, nature walks, arts-ncrafts
and the best fun is on Friday when we paint the horses!!
• Cost: $250 for the week plus a $30 supply fee.
• Must be paid in full by March 1, 2017 after March 1 st , there is a $50
late fee. No refunds.
• Children must wear long pants, tucked in shirts, closed toes shoes
w/heels. Each child must bring a lunch and a drink.
• You can download the forms and go to our online store to pay it’s
that easy!!! www.halterinc.org.
HALTER Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit that uses animals and horses in a
therapeutic environment. We welcome all children out for a great time.
HALTER Inc. is located at 17410 Clay Rd. Houston, TX 77084.
THEATER/ARTS
KATY VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (KVPAC)
www.kvpac.org
2501 S Mason Rd., Suite 290, Katy, TX 77450
June 2-4, 2017: “Gingerbread Lady” by Neil Simon
Tony-award winning Broadway play about lost misfits.
July 14-16, 2017: Don Zolidis’ “Empowered: How One Girl Scout
Nearly Destroyed the World’s Economy”
Season Tickets, including all new FLEX Packages, are on-sale now
to lock-in the best price and choice seat. Pre-Sale Show Tickets are
$15 Adults and $12 Seniors. Tickets increase by $3 at the door. Group
rates are available at www.kvpac.org or in person. For Katy audience
members who seek an evening at the theater, they can look to Encore
Players as a source to enjoy the theater in their own home town without
the long commute or high cost involved with heading to one of
downtown Houston’s theaters. Katy Visual & Performing Arts Center
(KVPAC) is a non-profit arts education organization helping artists
find their light since 2001.
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Americana: Saturday, March 11 th , 7:30 PM and
Sunday, March 12 th , 3 PM
Music Fit for a King: Saturday, May 6 th , 7:30 PM
For more information, please visit the HCS website at
www.houstonchoral.org.
MILDRED’S UMBRELLA THEATER CO.
MAINSTAGE SEASON
All Shows at Studio 101,
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A HEROINE FREE SUMMER By: Janet Lowery
March 30 th -April 1 st , April 6 th -8 th , April 13 th -15 th : 8 PM
April 9 th : 3 PM
April 10 th : Pay-What-You-Can night on at 8 PM
MORE INFO/RESERVATIONS: www.mildredsumbrella.com,
info@mildredsumbrella.com or 832-463-0409.
FORMERLY HOUSTON FAMILY ARTS CENTER
“Not just the name, but our entire mission, has expanded…
for the better.”
THE PRODUCERS - March 17-April 9, 2017
PETER AND THE STARCATCHER - April 28-May 21, 2017
For more information, please visit www.stageworkshouston.org or
call 281-587-6100.
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FULSHEAR AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
HOSTS A TEXAS INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Saturday, March 4, 2017
Featuring Local Group ‘Saenz of the Times,’ NBC’s “The Voice” Finanlist:
Mary Sarah, Texan & Country Artist ‘Pauline Reese’ and Country
Legend & Headliner ‘Johnny Rodriguez.’
The Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Texas
Independence Day Celebration scheduled for Saturday, March 4,
2017, 5-9 PM in the parking lot of Parkway Fellowship Church located
at the corner of FM 1463 Rd. & FM 1093 Rd. Texas Music, Texas children’s
activities, Texas shopping, Texas food Texas V-Tails Flyover and
fireworks! This event has it all and is free to all who wish to celebrate
the great state of Texas!
If you’d like more information about this event or to be a sponsor, please
contact Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Assistant Amy
Norvell at anorvell@fulshearareachamber.com or call 832-600-3221.
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West Houston Airport is located at 18000 Groschke Rd., 2 miles north of I-10 and between
Hwy. 6 and Barker Cypress, will be the place to visit on Saturday and Sunday, April 22 nd
and 23 rd from 10 AM to 5 PM. The admission fee is $10 per car, which goes to supporting the
organizations efforts to keep these aircraft flying. Food, drinks and souvenirs and vintage
aircraft rides will be available for purchase. For additional information, go to our website:
www.houstonwing.org.
HOUSTON WING - COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE
2017 OPEN HOUSE & VINTAGE AIRCRAFT FLY-IN
April 22-23, 2017 will be a weekend dedicated in recognition of
the 70 th anniversary the formation of the United States Air Force,
as the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Houston Wing presents
its annual Open House at the West Houston Airport. This event
provides a rare opportunity for the public of all ages to immerse
themselves in the sights and sounds of WWII and other authentic
vintage military aircraft, which played a huge role in our American
history.
In addition to aircraft, several historic military vehicles will be on
display as well as a very unique anti-aircraft gun trailer exhibit
from the Battleship Texas. Our hangar’s WWII museum will also
be open and docents will be available to help all ages enjoy the
museum’s
displays.
KATY VOCAL EXPRESS
Katy Vocal Express, the newest prospective Sweet Adelines Chorus has arrived in the Katy area. The name
honors the history of the Katy railroad while looking forward to the barbershop harmony that is now
being made in Katy. Ladies from the Katy/West Houston area are invited to attend chorus rehearsal any
Thursday evening, 7-9PM at Holy Covenant United Methodist Church, 22111 Morton Ranch Road, Katy
77493. There are signs guiding you to the correct place on the east side of the property.
Singers of all ranges of experience make up KVE. Some have years of chorus singing while others have very
little singing experience but the desire to create beautiful harmony. The ability to read music is helpful
but not required; you just need the desire to sing and the ability to carry a tune.
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NATURE PROGRAMS FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN
SATURDAYS IN NATURE
This program is held on the second Saturday of each month at the
Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary. Arrive anytime between 9 and 11:30
AM. The program ends at 12 noon. A guided nature walk will begin at
10 AM. No reservations required. Donations are encouraged. This is
a “whole family” program; parents or other adult guardians should
participate with their children. Upcoming programs include March
program on Wildflower Walk(Cone Seed Starter).
THE TITMOUSE CLUB
The Titmouse Club is a nature program for children ages 2 ½ to 5
sponsored by the Houston Audubon Docent Guild. The program is
offered every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10 to 11 AM, from
mid-September until mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary,
440 Wilchester Boulevard. Each week features a different nature theme
and may include nature talks, stories, hands-on activities and walks
in the woods. For more information, go to www.houstonaudubon.org
and look under Audubon Docents. The cost is $5 per child per session
or a 5-session card can be purchased for $20. The child must be accompanied
by an adult during the program. Upcoming programs include:
March 1 st : Butterflies and Moths
March 7 th & 8 th : Gardening for Kids
March 14 th & 15 th : Bird Watching
March 21 st & 22 nd : Hide and Seek: Camouflage
March 28 th & 29 th : Art in Nature
AFTER SCHOOL
NATURE EXPLORERS CLUB
Nature Explorers Club is designed
for school-age children (ages
6-10, K-5 th ) who are interested in
investigating the natural world.
Each month we will explore a
different ecology topic, focusing
on our own native plants and
animals. We will make a craft to
take home, go on a nature hike,
dip-net for fish and tadpoles
in the ponds and get to know
the plants and animals of the
Bayou City! Fee/reservations are
required. Reserve your child’s spot at www.houstonaudubon.org. For
more information contact Bethany Foshee, Docent Programs Coordinator,
bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org or 713-464-4900.
Upcoming programs include:
March 23 rd : Bird Watching (4 th Thursday)
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and will conclude with the championship game on April 3 at University
of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The championship game
will be the first contested in a Western state since 1995 when Seattle,
Washington was the host of the Final Four for that year.
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SPORTS
KATY YMCA
Katy YMCA Fall Program Registration is in
progress. Contact the Y for details at 281-392-
5055 or check out our website:
ymcahouston.org.
SWIM LESSONS: The Y has been teaching
swim lessons for over 100 years! All ages and
ability levels welcome. Morning, evening,
group and private sessions available.
YMCA CHILD CARE 2016-17 REGISTRATION:
Child Care provided at most Katy ISD elementary
schools until 6:30 PM. Some schools offer
both before and after school care. Please call
for specific school offerings and prices.
TENNIS ORGANIZATION
FOR THE KATY AREA
Katy Area Tennis (KAT) is the newest,
non-profit tennis organization meeting the
needs of all tennis players in the Katy area.
Our goal is to provide a wide range of programming
for tennis players as well as to promote
the game in the Katy area. Registration
is currently open for a variety of leagues, ladders
and tournaments that include singles,
doubles and mixed doubles for all ages and
skill levels. For more information, visit our
website at http://katyareatennis.org.
AHFC JUNIOR HURRICANES (JHSL)
REGISTRATION
NOW FOR SPRING 2017 OPEN
The Junior Hurricanes Soccer League (JHSL)
is led by professional United States Soccer
Federation (USSF) licensed staff and is
designed for boys & girls who want to play
and have fun in a safe and developmentally
appropriate environment. The JHSL program
is being offered at multiple locations and in
conjunction with CFSA at the Schiel Road
Complex. To learn more about each location
and to register please visit
www.albionhurricanes.org.
For those wishing only to train, join us in
Katy for AHFC Friday Night Academy. Visit
Katy Youth Soccer to register for this Friday
Fun Program.
AHFC is proud to partner with New Territory
and offer New Territory Thursday Night
Academy, a 5-week Skills Program.
Email us at jhsl@albionhurricanes.org
for more information or questions. Office
Phone:713-939-7473.
SPRING SOCCER SIGN UPS -
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
KATY/FULSHEAR/WEST HOUSTON/
WESTPARK BELTWAY
Registration for Fun, Fair, Positive Soccer
(FFPS) is open for boys and girls ages 4 to
18 for the SPRING Season. Games start on
April 8, 2017. FFPS is a non-profit youth
soccer program dedicated to providing a
positive youth sports experience for all children.
Founded in 1986 in Katy, Texas, FFPS
has grown to 22 leagues and 16,000 players
throughout the Greater Houston area. FFPS
offers children a fun and fair experience, including
one practice per week, a full uniform
and trophy for every player, equal playing
time and play every position, co-ed/balanced
teams, positive coaching and more. No tryouts
are required.
Online Registration schedule and fees
(sign up early and save):
Feb. 11 th through Mar. 2 nd : $112
Mar. 3 rd through Mar. 23 rd : $117
Mar. 24 th through Full: $122
Go to www.FFPS.org to sign up. Registration
fee includes a full uniform (jersey, shorts
and socks), trophy, trained positive coaches,
nice fields and background checks on
all volunteers. Coaches will call players
to schedule practice by April 4 th . Practice
times and location will be determined by
the coach and team. The schedule includes
eight games, played locally on Saturdays,
April 8 th to May 27 th . Our Katy league plays
at George Bush Park - FFPS Soccer Complex
(20150 Westheimer Parkway). Our Fulshear
League plays at Huggins Elementary (No.
1 Huggins Dr). Our West Houston League
plays at Westside High School (14201 Briar
Forest). Our Westpark/Beltway League plays
at Quillian Center (10570 Westpark Dr). Our
Spring Branch/Memorial League plays at St.
Andrew Lutheran Church (1353 Witte Rd). For
more information, map of all locations or to
sign up, visit www.FFPS.org or call
1-800-828-PLAY (7529).
KATY AREA RUNNING CLUB
The Katy Area Running Club is a 501(c)3
non-profit corporation which exists to serve
people living in and around Katy, Texas who
have an interest in running. We are a community
of people of all ages, backgrounds, heritages
and abilities who share a common interest
- running! Our focus is on group runs, having
fun, socializing and sharing our knowledge and
experience with our members and the public.
We welcome all who are interested in joining
us. We have a full calendar of runs, events and
socials. We hold group runs every Saturday
morning at the Sergeant Hatch Sports Park off
the south I-10 feeder road just east of Barker
Cypress Rd. On Tuesdays (5 AM and 6:30 PM)
we meet at the Cinco Ranch Junior High Track
for speedwork and on Thursday (6:30 PM) we
meet at Crosspoint Community Church for
tempo runs of various distances and paces. To
find out more and to join our club, visit www.
KatyAreaRunningClub.com.
TRACK HOUSTON YOUTH TRACK CLUB
Track Houston is the nation’s largest and
most successful youth track and field organization.
Our goal is to assist interested boys
and girls ages 6 to18 years old in improving
their physical fitness and mental stamina.
We have 2 Cross Country practice sites in the
greater Houston area. Memorial Park and
Mary Jo Peckham Park in Katy. Go to www.
trackhouston.com to REGISTER TODAY!!
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KATY CANOE & KAYAK CLUB (KC/KC)
Join a non-profit club - free of charge. We
meet every 3 rd Wednesday of each month
at 24638 Kingsland Blvd., Katy TX 77494.
We post different water trips and outdoor
adventures on the Meet Up Group Website.
Don’t know if you prefer to canoe or kayak?
Don’t buy something just to buy it… try out
different boats. These trips will help you
decide what you like or if you even like to
paddle. We can help! We have years of water
sports adventures under our belts. We don’t
sell boats or boat gear, but we do have kayaks
and canoes and/or we know people who have
kayaks and canoes. Must be at least 21 years of
age to borrow a kayak or canoe (ID Required).
Must be at least 18 years of age to join (ID Required).
No minors allowed in this club.
For more information, call Philip or Tisha at
713-826-5705 or 281-782-7252. Email: mantarayinfo@mantaraydivers.com.
WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE
Westside Golf League is actively encouraging
new members. We invite you to join us every
Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club.
Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels
to meet new friends and have fun while
improving golfing skills. For more information,
contact the Pro Shop at Cinco Ranch,
281-395-4653.
Westfield Community News | March 2017
NETBALL CLUBS
Katy Swifts Netball Club invites people to
come and learn about netball and have
some fun playing a great team sport. Open to
everyone from eight years and up including
adults. Contact katynetball@netballamerica
for further information.
Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies,
men and youth to join in, play and learn netball,
Tuesday nights at The British School of
Houston. Contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com
for further information.
You can also “like” the Texas Netball Association
on Facebook to see regular announcements
about netball in the Lonestar State!
Also visit netballamerica.com for general
information about netball in America.
WOMEN’S FLAT TRACK ROLLER DERBY
Southwest Houston’s own brand new
women’s flat track roller derby team is now
forming. This isn’t the old school roller derby
you’ve seen in the past. We train derby athletes
to compete according to the rules and
guidelines set forth by WFTDA, the Women’s
Flat Track Derby Association. We are actively
recruiting skaters, referees and volunteers.
Skaters must be female and 18 or older.
Referees and volunteers must be 18 or older.
Email us at yellowrosederbygirls@yahoo.
com for more information. You can also find
us at www.yellowrosederbygirls.com and on
Facebook. Join up now to become an integral
part in founding and building our league.
VOLLEYBALL
Please contact Dean at volleyballkaty@
yahoo.com if you are interested in playing
volleyball. You must be at least 18 years old
and be able to play at intermediate level.
We play at different locations in and around
Katy area.
KATY RUGBY CLUB
Want to learn the newest Olympic Sport
- Rugby? All ages welcome - boys & girls,
Training every Sunday 2-4 PM at Cinco Ranch
High School, For more information, please
visit www.katyrugbyclub.com.
KATY CAVALIER LACROSSE CLUB
The Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club invites you
to come and see what Lacrosse is all about.
Join us as we continue to bring one of the
fastest growing team sports in the United
States to the youth of Katy. Katy Cavalier
Lacrosse Club offers lacrosse for boys and
girls from Kindergarten thru High School. No
experience needed. For more information visit
our website, www.katycavalierlacrosse.org.
Did you play Lacrosse in college, coached
lacrosse or just love the sport? We are looking
for Coaches for boys and girls. Please contact
us for more information if you would like to
volunteer and be a part of the Katy Cavalier
Lacrosse Club, 281-942-8822.
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CHURCH NEWS
& EVENTS
KATY CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION (KCWC)
KCWC is part of Stonecroft, a ministry for women which provides Bible
Studies, Prayer Connections and fellowship luncheons around the US.
Katy Christian Women also sponsors monthly Prayer Coffees. These are
held on the second Thursday of each month. New Bible Studies started
in January. Please visit our website at Katycwc.org for locations or call
Janet Collins at 281-762-8252.
For more information or to RSVP for the luncheon, please email Nancy
at Katycwc@gmail.com or call 281-232-8338.
KATY WOMEN’S AGLOW
AGLOW AREA CONFERENCE
Go Beyond: The Power of Partnership (an Aglow Intl. Area Event)
Dates: March 3-4, 2017 in College Station, TX
Registration: www.eventbrite.com/e/go-beyond-experience-the-
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28284875825?aff=es2
Join us at this first-ever joint
conference sponsored by Aglow
International’s Southeast Texas
and East Texas Areas! Hear
Anna Hammer, Aglow’s Generations
Director and Jessica
Wilson, Aglow’s Anti-Trafficking Specialist, as they address how we all
can collaborate to launch the next generation in facing the spiritual
challenges of this season. Jayde Malone Kenter, Generations Director
for Aglow’s South Central Region, will also share her insights with us.
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Come be inspired, re-fueled, re-equipped and re-motivated as we
seek God together regarding how he establishes cross-generational
partnership to increase our effectiveness in Kingdom ministry!
Katy Women’s Aglow, a part of Aglow International, is a local, spirit-filled
women’s ministry fellowship. We meet monthly, usually on
the fourth Saturday 10-11:30 AM. We come together for fellowship,
to worship and to hear inspirational speakers and testimonies, as well
as for special events. Katy Women’s Aglow is a great place to make
new friends! View our website for information about current Bible
studies. Prayer meetings, special events and speaker biographies,
www.katyaglow.com
PROPHETIC BIBLE STUDY FROM THE TORAH
Prophetic Bible Study from the Torah starting with Leviticus chapter 23,
“the feasts of the Lord,” using authentic Hebrew Scrolls and the New
Testament. The lessons are in English, Chinese and partially finished
in the Russian language. Lessons are web based until a group study
is formed in Katy http://scrolls4all.org. Contact: Gary Zimmerman
scrolls4all.org@gmail.com.
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH
Senior Adult News
Trinity Baptist Church Senior Adults get together on Monday afternoons
from 1-4 PM for a time of fellowship, prayer and games... Come
join the fun!
Trinity Baptist Church is located at 10000 Spring Green Blvd. (corner
of Spring Green and Fry). For more information, visit www.trinity-katy.
org or call the church office at 281-579-6724.
L-R: Suzie Soltero, Louanne Steph and Lisa Bunting.
KATY AREA RETIRED EDUCATOR VOLUNTEERS IN ACTION
“Be A Volunteer” was the theme for the Katy Area Retired Educators
January meeting featuring a panel presentation on Volunteer
Opportunities in Katy. The Volunteer Organizations featured included
Katy ISD’s KEYS Mentoring, Katy ISD Education Foundation, Krause
Center, Katy Christian Ministries, American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life,
Texana, Texas Children’s Hospital and Westside Homeless Prevention.
On February 8, 2017, the Katy Area Retired Educators will be hosting
their annual Scholarship Chocolate Auction. All proceeds will benefit
the Beginning Teachers Scholarships for 2017 Katy graduates. For more
information about the Katy Area Retired Educators check out website at
http://www.localunits.org/KARE/.
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MAUD MARKS LIBRARY
LIBRARY
NEWS
1815 Westgreen Blvd., Katy, TX 77450, 281-492-8592
LIBRARY HOURS - Mon. 1 PM - 9 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 9 PM, Wed. 10
AM - 6 PM, Thurs. 10 AM - 6 PM, Fri. 1 PM - 6 PM, Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM,
Sun. closed.
To register online for any of the programs at the library’s website
(www.hcpl.net), click on “Events Calendar” and select “Maud Marks.”
Participants may also register by calling or by visiting the library.
ADULTS
• BOOK SALE - The Friends of the Maud Marks Library will hold their
next book sale on Saturday, March 25 th at 10 AM until 4 PM. There
is a large selection of hardback fiction and nonfiction, as well as
children’s books and paperbacks. Come see all our insane bargains.
All proceeds will benefit the library.
• FREE FAMILY FILMS - Bring the whole family out to our family
film festival this spring break. The week school is out, on Monday,
March 13 th , Thursday, March 16 th and Friday March 17 th , at 3 PM
we will be showing a different mystery film complete with popcorn.
Unfortunately, we cannot print the titles here, but call the library or
stop by for a complete list.
• VOLUNTEER AT THE LIBRARY - Volunteer opportunities abound
at the Maud Marks Library. Volunteers are needed to help shelve,
count patrons and more. We will be holding our next volunteer orientation
on Thursday, March 2 nd at 4:30 PM. Students should be in
high school and must be able to commit to two hours twice a week.
If you would like to help in any way, please contact Lauren Richards
at 281-492-8592.
• FREE TAX ASSISTANCE - Every Monday and Friday through April
18 th , AARP will be offering free tax assistance to elderly and low-income
individuals from 10 AM to 2 PM.
• YOGA CLASSES - You asked for it, you got it! The library hosts classes
twice a month. Yoga can be a very relaxing and centering exercise
program. Join us on Saturdays, March 4 th at 10 AM and March 18 th
at 3 PM, as we learn about the benefits and basic how-to of yoga.
Join us as we exercise our minds and bodies. Registration required.
• GENEALOGY - Are you interested in learning more about your family’s
past? The library is offering one-on-one instruction on how to
use the FamilySearch.org website. These classes will take place every
Wednesday at 10 AM. Learn more about how to get started looking
into your family’s past and find out where you came from. Seating is
extremely limited for this class.
• TEEN TIME: SCRATCH CODING - Do you enjoy playing video games?
Using the computer? Downloading apps? There’s a code for that!
Join us Thursday, March 2 nd at 2:45 PM while we learn the basics
of coding and computer programming using the Scratch Project
developed by MIT.
• TEEN TECH WEEK - You ready to make some robots? Join us on
Thursday, March 9 th at 4:30 PM during Teen Tech Week when we work
with Lego Mindstorms. Make and program your own Lego Mindstorm
robot! This is a ticketed program. Tickets will be available at 4 PM
the day of the program.
• DIY CRAFTS: GLUE GUN DRAWING - This month we will be drawing…
with glue! Join us on Tuesday, March 14 th at 2 PM as we make
3D drawings using cardboard, hot glue and paint. Seating for this is
extremely limited.
• KATY MAKERSPACE - Did you know that the Katy area has its very
own MakerSpace? We’ll be learning all about this special place for
creators and inventors at the library on Tuesday, March 14 th at 7 PM.
Harry Krueger will be here to give us an introduction to Katy Maker-
Space and all you can do there. Makers of all ages and disciplines are
encouraged to join us as we learn everything our new MakerSpace
has to offer.
• POWER OF ATTORNEY & DESIGNATION OF GUARDIANSHIP - Senior
citizens and their family members are invited to join us for a new
series at the library. Every 3 rd Friday of the month, experts will be
here to discuss various topics pertinent to senior living. On March 17 th
at 3 PM, we will be discussing power of attorney and designation of
guardianship. Learn what happens when you are incapacitated and
why it is important to have power of attorney and guardianship in
place ahead of time. Come discover what kind of life is best for you
or your loved one.
• GREEN THUMB GARDENING - Is your Master Gardeners of Harris
County will once again be bringing their Green Thumb series once
a month where they will discuss various topics unique to gardening
in the Houston area. This month, on March 18 th at 10 AM, learn all
about planting, growing and the upkeep of roses. Seating is extremely
limited for this class.
• COLOR ME RELAXED - What is the newest way for adults to relax and
have a good time? Coloring! The library now has an adult coloring
hour on the 4 th Tuesday of every month at 2 PM. We color, chat,
have a snack and listen to relaxing music. We will provide plenty of
pages for coloring and colored pencils, although, you are more than
welcome to bring your own.
• FIRE SAFETY FOR ADULTS - Even adults need fire safety reminders
once in a while. Tom Petty with the Harris County Fire Marshall’s office
will be at the library on Tuesday, March 21 st at 3 PM to remind us
what to do if a fire happens to us. This seminar, designed for older
adults covers electrical and cooking safety, precautions when sleeping
as well as slip and fall hazards, the importance of working smoke
alarms, having and practicing a fire exit plan and more. Come meet
Cinder, a trained K-9 dog who specializes in helping teach fire safety.
• TIMELESS TRAVELERS: NOAA OCEAN DISCOVERY DAY - Seniors 55+
are invited to join the library’s Timeless Travelers for a FREE trip to
the NOAA lab in Galveston for Ocean Discovery Day, courtesy of the
Friends of Maud Marks Library and Precinct Three Transportation.
The bus departs the library on Saturday, March 25 th at 8 AM. Seating
is extremely limited. Registration begins March 3 rd .
• BOOK DISCUSSION CLUBS - The Library hosts book clubs that meet
monthly. The Evening Book Club normally meets on the second
Monday of the month at 7 PM. The Afternoon Book Club meets on
the second Thursday of the month at 1 PM.
• JUST DESSERTS MYSTERY BOOK CLUB - Meetings held the third
Wednesday of the month at 2 PM. You are encouraged to bring your
favorite dessert to eat while we discuss whether our villains get their
just desserts.
• COMPUTER CLASSES - The library offers a variety of computer classes
each month. You must know how to use a mouse and a keyboard.
Seating for this is extremely limited. Registration is required. To see
this month’s classes go to the library’s website www.hcpl.net, click
on “Events Calendar” and select “Maud Marks.”
CHILDREN
•WEDNESDAY WONDERS - Let imaginations soar as you explore the
world around you with crafts and activities on Wednesdays at 4:45
PM, for ages 6-11. These programs normally last about one hour. All
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necessary materials are provided. This is a ticketed program. Tickets
are available 15 minutes before the program begins.
• INFANT STORYTIME - This program will meet each Tuesday morning
at 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM. This is an interactive program for children,
ages 0 to 12 months and their caregivers. Each session will last about
20 minutes, featuring nursery rhymes, songs and finger plays.
• STORYTIME - Storytime for preschool-aged children is held each
Wednesday at 10:15 AM. Stories, fingerplays and songs are featured.
This is ideal for children ages 3 to 5, but all children and their caregivers
are welcome.
• PRESCHOOL EXPLORERS - Is your preschooler ready to explore the
world? Children ages 2 ½ to 5 are invited to come on Wednesdays at
11:15 AM as we learn about the world. There will be plenty of stations
for science and sensory exploration.
• TOTALLY TODDLER STORYTIME - Toddlers, ages 18 to 36 months, are
invited to participate in our Totally Toddler Storytime, which will be held
on Thursdays, at 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM. Tickets are required for Toddler
Storytime. Tickets are given to the first 30 toddlers the day of the event.
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KATY BRANCH LIBRARY
5414 Franz Road, Katy, TX 77493, 281-391-3509
Hours of Operation: Monday & Tuesday 10 AM - 7 PM, Wednesday 1
PM - 8 PM, Thursday 10 AM - 6 PM, Friday 1 PM - 6 PM, Saturday 10
AM - 5 PM, Sunday CLOSED. Join online at www.hcpl.net or come by in
person and we’ll help you sign up!
MONTHLY PROGRAMS
• HISPANIC BOOK GROUP/CLUB HISPANO DE LIBROS - First Wednesday
of each month, 6 PM. Every month, a group of Spanish speaking
adults get together to discuss a chosen book. Les invitamos a que todos
los meses se reuna con nosotros para conversar sobre un libro. Lláme
para más información.
• SUPERACION PERSONAL - Second Wednesday of every month, 6
PM. The Katy Branch Library hosts motivational discussions in Spanish.
• SPANISH COMPUTER CLASS/CLASE DE LA COMPUTADORA - Every
Friday, 4:30 PM. Basic computer classes taught in Spanish.
• ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - The Katy Library offers an array of
computer classes in English - please call for more information.
• MANGO ESL CLASS - Every Friday, 3:30 PM. Learn English with a
group going through Mango Languages, an online computer program.
• GARDENING CLUB - Every month on the 2 nd Thursday, 11 AM. Join
other gardeners in the area to learn new ways to grow. Bring your leftover
seeds and exchange them for new seeds to try.
WEEKLY PROGRAMS
• GENEALOGY SQUAD - Every Monday, 2 PM. Bring your lunch and join
us for an informal genealogy get-together. We’ll have computers, Ancestry.com
and other genealogists to help each other with our searches.
• KNOTTY & NICE CLUB - Every Wednesday, 1 PM. The Knotty & Nice
Club is the place for you if you want to learn new needlework techniques,
teach someone else or just hang out with other crafters. Come
& join the club!
CHILDREN
Mondays, 10:15 AM - Baby Bounce
Tuesdays, 10:15 AM and 11 AM - Toddler Time
Thursdays, 10:15 AM and 11 AM - Preschool Storytime
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PECKHAM PARK ACTIVITIES
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AMERICAN RED CROSS CLASSES - Community Lay Responder: Cost is
$27, check or money order only & no refunds. This class is on Friday,
March 3, 2017, 1 PM-5 PM. Includes Adult CPR with AED, Infant/Child
CPR and Standard First Aid. Registration began 2/6/17.
MARY JO PECKHAM PARK FISHING LAKE: The lake is a stocked. Rules
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ONGOING CLASSES
LAND -
PILATES - Mondays and Fridays - 10:30 AM-11:30 AM.
YOGA – Yoga postures exercise every part of the body, stretching and
toning the muscles and joints, the spine and the skeletal system. It
also reduces physical and mental tension, leaving you feeling calm
and refreshed. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM & Mondays
& Wednesdays, 5:30 PM-6:30 PM.
ZUMBA - Tuesdays - 11 AM-12 PM (HC & KCL residents call Tuesday
starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call Tuesday starting
at 10 AM) & Thursdays 5 PM - 6 PM (HC & KCL residents, call Thursday
starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call Thursday starting
at 10 AM) and Saturdays - 8:15-9:15 AM (HC & KCL residents, call Friday
starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call Friday starting at
10 AM).
MEDITATION - An ancient Chinese art of mind-body relaxation and
healing. Its benefits include increased energy, enhanced concentration,
stress reduction. Saturdays, 9 AM - 10:30 AM.
FITNESS MACHINES – This is a time when you can work out on your
own on the fitness equiPMent. You must be 16 year and up & bring a
full size towel and wear atheletic shoes. Various times available daily.
The machines are closed during class times.
POOL -
DEEP WATER AEROBICS - This hour class is a high cardio vascular
workout. A flotation device is advised. Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 9 AM.
WATER AEROBICS - This one hour class is low-impact, which is easy on
the joints. Monday-Friday, 9:05 AM-10:05 AM. Monday & Wednesday
5:45 PM-6:45 PM.
ARTHRITIS AQUATICS - This class consists of range of motion, muscle
strengthening and endurance-building activities. Mondays, Wednesdays
& Fridays, 11 AM - 12 PM.
RECREATIONAL SWIM (call to reserve a spot) - There is no lap swimming
at this time. Friday, 5 PM-6:30 PM - Saturday & Sunday, 2:30 PM-4 PM.
SPLASH TIME - This time is by reservation only and for families or individuals
to come play in the SHALLOW END of the pool. Children must
be 5 years and under and must be accompanied by an adult or parent.
Reservations may be made 1 day in advance for Harris County residents
& those who reside within the Katy City Limits. Other counties may call
the day of the Splash time. Monday-Thursdays - 2 PM-3 PM.
LAP SWIM/WATER WALK - Various times daily.
LAP SWIM FOR AGES 8-11 Fridays, 4-4:45 PM, Saturdays and Sundays,
11:30 AM-1:30 PM( in 30 minute increments). Call to reserve a lane. Reservations
may be made 1 day in advance for Harris County residents &
those who reside within the Katy City Limits. Other counties may call
the day of.
AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS - Ages 6 months - Adults. Call
or come in to get schedule for lessons.
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BIRDING
By Cheryl Conley, TWRC Wildlife Center
There are many different levels of bird watching from the casual observer
to professionals whose goal is to see as many of the 8,850 species as
possible. In North America there are approximately 800 species. Some
people use nothing more than the naked eye to observe and others
spend thousands of dollars on binoculars, telescopes, cameras, video
and audio equipment, tripods and field guides. “Birding” as it’s sometimes
called, is also a competitive event and there are both national
and international organizations.
Some of the best bird watching, perhaps in the world, is in the Houston
area. Approximately 570 types of birds either call this area home and
are permanent residents or are migratory and just pass through on their
way to some other destination.
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology is a great resource for anyone interested
in birds. If you ever have a problem identifying a bird, their free Merlin
Bird ID app is a must-have. According to Cornell, “If you can snap a bird
photo with your phone - or even take a photo of another photo - chances
are Merlin can help you ID it.”
Birds face the same threat as almost all other wild animals and that is
habitat loss. Trees, brush and grasslands are being destroyed to make
way for roads and buildings. The best way to help our feathered friends
is to replace some of what has been lost. Plant trees and shrubs using
native plants, minimize pesticide use, set up nest boxes, provide water
and keep your cats indoors. Leave some dying and/or dead trees on your
property. Many species depend on cavities in these trees for nest sites.
Next to habitat loss, the next highest cause of bird deaths is collisions
with windows. Covering windows with screening or applying decals or
tape to windows can help significantly. Make sure to check the web for
instructions on how to apply these safeguards.
TWRC Wildlife Center is gearing up for another busy spring. If you’d like
to help us feed and care for orphaned baby birds, details will be available
soon on our website at www.twrcwildlifecenter.org or you can call
713-468-TWRC for more details.
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MARCH 2017 ROAD TRIPS AND AREA EVENTS
March 2 nd - March 4 th - World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest.
You won’t want to miss the biggest pre-party to the world’s largest
livestock show and rodeo. More than 250 teams led by barbecue
aficionados will compete in a traditional Texas cook-off. While most
team tents are invitation-only, visitors can enjoy the public venues
including the Miller Lite Garden, Rockin’ Bar-B-Que Saloon and the
Chuck Wagon, where you receive a complimentary chopped beef
sandwich plate. Come enjoy three days of cooking, competition,
eating and dancing! The Garden, located in the center of the World’s
Championship Bar-B-Que Contest, provides live music all three
days of the contest for a fun family event. For more information,
visit www.rodeohouston.com.
March 4 th - Downtown Rodeo Parade. Every February since 1938,
the nation’s fourth largest city is transformed from a bustling
metropolis to a down-home celebration of Western heritage.
Decorative floats intermingle with thousands of men and women
on horseback to fill the streets with hoof beats and marching
bands. Enthusiastic Houstonians join out-of-town spectators to line
the streets and sidewalks to be involved in one of Houston’s most
popular celebrations! For more information on parade route, street
closures and parking, visit
www.rodeohouston.com/visit-the-show/pre-show-events/parade.
March 7 th - March 26 th - Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. Rodeo
has been a tradition in Houston since 1932 and the three-week
extravaganza at NRG Park continues to consume the city every
spring. The kickoff for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is
the Rodeo Parade, after trail riders ride into town and set up camp
in Memorial Park. All 20 championship rodeo competitions are
concluded with entertainment by music superstars. It’s going to
be a star-studded lineup this year at the Houston Livestock Show
and Rodeo. Weekday performances start at 6:45 PM and weekend
performances kick off at 3:45 PM. For more information, visit
www.rodeohouston.com.
March 10 th - 12 th - River Oaks Garden Club Azalea Trail. The 82 nd
Azalea Trail heralds the beginning of Spring! Blooms of Spring
will be in full swing on March 10 th , 11 th and 12 th . The Trail kicks
off with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Lazy Lane entrance of
Bayou Bend on Friday, March 10 th at 10:30 AM. This year, a ticket
to the Trail gives admission to 6 locations within the River Oaks
neighborhood, including 4 private homes and gardens, Bayou
Bend and Rienzi. A 7 th free location, also in River Oaks, is the River
Oaks Garden Club Forum of Civics where free advice from “Ask the
Experts” can be enjoyed each day and on Saturday at 2 PM, there will
be a floral demonstration with easy to repeat floral tips from one of our
talented Garden Club members! A free trolley will provide easy access
to all 6 locations of homes, gardens and house museums. For ticket
information, visit www.riveroaksgardenclub.org.
March 11 th - St. Patrick’s Day Parade Downtown Houston. The 58 th
Houston St. Patrick’s Parade is at noon on Saturday, March 11 th and
has always been a FREE event. The two-hour parade has historically
been one of the largest in the U.S. and each year includes over 100
entries to delight the Irish and Irish-at-heart. Parade starts at the
Clock Tower at Minute Maid Park on Texas and goes west-bound.
Download the Parade Route at www.hsppc.org to find the reviewing
stand, parking and after party location. Our history is a grand one
and if you would like to personally support the parade and be a part
of the year-round socials and meetings, please become a member
of our Irish 100 Club. The Houston St. Patrick’s Parade is presented
by the Houston St. Patrick’s Parade Commission. Come out and
enjoy the parade!
March 11 th - Join us for Texas’ largest canoe and kayak race - the 45 th
Annual Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta! Paddlers, ages 12 and
up, are encouraged to participate in the 15-mile American Canoe
Association sanctioned race along the scenic Buffalo Bayou. Whether
you are entering competitively or paddling for pleasure, you won’t
want to miss out on this longstanding Houston tradition! Those not
wanting to paddle can cheer on racers along the race route or catch
the outdoor fun at the finish line festivities at Sesquicentennial
Park (500 block of Preston Street). The Buffalo Bayou Partnership
Regatta is rain or shine. If cancellation does take place due to severe
water or weather conditions, all entry fees will support the work of
Buffalo Bayou Partnership. The event takes place from 7 AM-2 PM.
For more information, visit www.buffalobayou.org.
March 19 th - Tour de Houston Presented by Apache Corporation.
The annual bike ride offers Houstonians and visitors a unique way
to view the city with routes winding through Houston’s historic
neighborhoods, scenic districts and parks while raising funds for
the city’s Reforest Houston program. With three ride length options,
the Tour de Houston is the perfect event for leisure riders or cycling
enthusiasts. In addition, it is a BP MS 150 recommended training
ride. Riders will start and end at City Hall located at 901 Bagby. This
event begins and ends in Hermann Square at City Hall. Riders and
volunteers will enjoy a post-ride party. For more information, visit
www.houstontx.gov/tourdehouston/.
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MARCH 2017 ROAD TRIPS AND AREA EVENTS
March 24 th - 26 th - 2017 Bassmaster Classic & Expo. In conjunction
with the Bassmaster Classic in Lake Conroe there will also be an Expo
at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, TX. The classic
will start off with takeoff beginning each day at Lake Conroe Park
at a time to be announced soon. There will be off-site parking and
shuttles for fans wanting to attend. This event is free and located at
Lake Conroe Park, 14968 TX-105, Montgomery, TX 77356. The Outdoor
Expo will take place at the George R. Brown Convention Center, while
Weigh-Ins, will take place at Minute Maid Park, both in Downtown
Houston. For more information on times, visit www.bassmaster.
com. In recent years, tackle and lure companies have been using the
Classic Expo as the venue to introduce their newest products to bass
fishing fans. The 2017 Expo will cover more than 300,000 square feet,
the largest in Bassmaster Classic history.
March 24 th - 26 th - Bayou City Art Festival. Fine juried art by 300
artists and extensive selection of art, representing 18 different
forms of artistic media, festival goers can also enjoy international
food and wine, the Green Mountain Energy Creative Zone offering
interactive art activities, daily outdoor performances and more.
The Festival celebrates the vitality and diversity of Houston and
enriches the city’s arts environment and reputation. Over the past
40 years, the Bayou City Art Festivals have raised more than $2.6
million for local nonprofit organizations. For more information,
please visit www.bayoucityartfestival.com. Event held at Memorial
Park/Washington Corridor from 10 AM-6PM.
March 27 th - April 2 nd -
Shell Houston Open. Shell
Oil Company has been the
title sponsor for Houston’s
PGA TOUR stop since 1992
and charitable donations
have been a big part of the
relationship. Houston Golf
Association golf-related
activities have generated more than $62 million since 1992 when
Shell Oil Company became title sponsor. Shell Oil Company and
Houston Golf Association are in the final year of a 5-year contract
extension through 2017. With a 25-year partnership with HGA, Shell
is now the third-longest serving title sponsor on the PGA TOUR.
Shell Oil Company and Houston Golf Association have focused on
youth-oriented agencies since the two became corporate partners.
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The fastest-growing program involving the HGA and Shell Oil
Company is The First Tee of Greater Houston Chapter, which has
facilities adjacent to the Golf Club of Houston in Humble. For tickets
and more information, visit
www.pgatour.com/tournaments/shell-houston-open/tickets.html.
March 31 st -April 2 nd - The Annual Tomball German Heritage Festival
begins the last week in March on the Old Downtown Streets of
Tomball Texas near 201 S. Elm Street, Main Street (FM 2920) and
Market Street. It is a Music/Street festival celebrating German and
ethnic heritage with 4 stages of live music entertainment “happy
music for happy people,” ethnic and festival food, beer, wine, 150
street vendors, all kinds of German souvenirs and clothing, arts
crafts, antiques, Heritage Center, German church service, fireworks,
carnival, pony rides, petting zoo, strolling music makers, street
performers and much more. Like Oktoberfest in March! Huge fun
for the whole family! You do not have to be German to enjoy this
festival. It is fun for everyone and there is no admission or parking
fees. For more information, visit www.tomballsistercity.org.
Through May 29 th - The nationally recognized Mummies of the
World: The Exhibition made its debut at the Houston Museum of
Natural Science on September 24, 2016. Described as “fascinating,
intriguing, and inspiring,” by NBC, “absolutely extraordinary,” by
NPR, “a must see,” by FOX TV and having been visited by over 1.5
million people nation-wide, Mummies of the World will instill a
sense of curiosity and wonder in every visitor. Come face to face
with the largest exhibition of real mummies and related artifacts
ever assembled. The exhibit provides a window into the lives of
ancient people from every region of the world including Europe,
South America and Ancient Egypt, offering unprecedented insights
into past cultures and civilizations. For more information, visit the
Houston Museum of Natural Science website at www.hmns.org.
Through April 23 rd - Body Worlds RX at The Health Museum
is a prescription for healthy living. Take one large dose of
enlightenment during the Houston debut of Body Worlds RX. Real
human bodies show you details of today’s common diseases and
the inner workings of your anatomy. Be inspired and empowered
to take steps toward a healthier life. From organs to muscles to the
nervous system and to skeletal structures, Body Worlds RX gives an
unprecedented look inside the most sophisticated mechanism in
the world, the human body. For more information, visit the Museum
of Health & Medical Science website at www.mhms.org.
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BEST OUTDOOR EXERCISE ACTIVITIES
Sports are generally designed to be leisure activities, but you can turn
your favorite outdoor sports and recreational activities into exercise.
As a result, you can use the sports and activities to improve your fitness
level. The five best sports and recreational activities for exercise
improve your overall fitness level by building strength and endurance
while burning calories and excess body fat.
Cross-Country Skiing: Cross-country skiing is a winter outdoor sport
and recreational activity that combines skiing and hiking. The natural
motion used in cross-country skiing provides an all-around aerobic
workout. Each motion incorporates the shoulders, back, chest, core and
legs, resulting in the ability to burn about 600 to 900 calories per hour.
Backpacking: The simplicity of strapping on a pack and hitting the
trail makes backpacking one of the five best outdoor sports and recreational
activities for exercise. Regardless of the intensity and duration
of the backpacking trip, you burn a significant amount of calories while
experiencing the great outdoors. Backpacking for one hour can burn
about 600 to 700 calories per hour while building lower body strength
and stamina.
Running: Running is a classic outdoor sport and recreational activity
and one of the best for building endurance, stamina and muscular
fitness while burning calories. Running at 8 mph can burn more than
1,000 calories per hour and you can increase that amount with rugged
outdoor terrain, such as hills or trails.
Cycling: Learning how to ride a bike is a rite of passage for kids, but cycling
can provide a lifetime of exercise and fitness. You can take the bike
on paved roads or trails along with off-road trails to experience remote
locations in the mountains or forests. Along with burning about 400
calories per hour, cycling builds lower body strength while improving
balance, coordination and cardiovascular fitness.
Swimming: Swimming is known for providing a low-impact total
body workout, but it’s also one of the top outdoor sports. You can vary
your swimming activity from freestyle swimming to aqua aerobics in
the outdoor pool or local lake. Swimming is a common alternative to
running, cycling or hiking when the weather turns hot. One hour of
swimming burns about 600 to 700 calories and improves endurance,
strength and coordination.
Courtesy of www.livestrong.com/article/502158-the-five-best-outdoorsports-and-recreational-activities-for-exercise/
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The Katy Elks organization provides local scholarships to Katy ISD schools
and assistance for special needs children in the Katy area and invites you
to help support our community by playing Bingo at the following location
and times: 1050 Katy Ft Bend Rd, Katy TX 77493. Every Tuesday and Thursday,
doors open at 6:00 PM. We also serve food and drinks in our kitchen.
EPIPHANY BINGO
Epiphany conducts their bingo games every Friday night except holidays.
THERE IS NO SMOKING ALLOWED DURING ALL BINGO GAMES. They have
security, lighted parking, big screen color monitor, computerized bingo
equipment, snack bar and large cash prizes. Profits benefit charitable
outreach programs. Epiphany Catholic Church, Church Community
Center, 1530 Norwalk Dr. (between Fry and Mason Roads, south of I-10
behind Nottingham Subdivision) off Highland Knolls. Early bird games
begin at 7:30 PM and regular games at 8 PM. For more info, call the bingo
hall number at 281-578-3905.
ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE
CATHOLIC CHURCH BINGO
At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown Katy,
“BINGO” is being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except
Holidays. Doors open at 7 PM, games start at 7:15 PM with four Early Bird
games. Regular games start at 7:30 PM. All profits will benefit community
outreach and Religious Education programs. The Church is located in
downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You can get to the church if traveling
west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right at the light, go to the second
stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left and the Church Hall
will be on your right one block down. For more info., call 281-391-4758.
SAINT EDITH STEIN CATHOLIC CHURCH
FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO
Friday night BINGO is held the first Friday of February, May, June and
August. This will be a fun evening for the entire family. Everyone can
play including children. We offer a smoke and alcohol free environment.
Cash prizes awarded for Regular BINGO and Special Games will range
from $15 to $100. Snacks and refreshments will also be available. Doors
open at 6:30 PM for BINGO card presales. Early Bird BINGO starts at 7
PM, Regular BINGO starts at 7:30 PM. All BINGO events at Saint Edith
Stein Catholic Church are operated under a license issued by the Texas
Lottery Commission. Location: Carmel Hall, Saint Edith Stein Catholic
Church, 3311 N. Fry Road, Katy, TX 77449.
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phone calls by criminals impersonating IRS agents remain a major
threat to taxpayers, but variations of the IRS impersonation scam
continue year-round and they tend to peak when scammers find
prime opportunities to strike.
TAX SCAMS/CONSUMER ALERTS
In recent years, thousands of people have lost millions of dollars and
their personal information to tax scams and fake IRS communication.
REMEMBER: The IRS doesn’t initiate contact with taxpayers by email,
text messages or social media channels to request personal or financial
information. In addition, IRS does not threaten taxpayers with
lawsuits, imprisonment or other enforcement action. Being able to
recognize these tell-tale signs of a phishing or tax scam could save
you from becoming a victim.
IRS-Impersonation Telephone Scams
An aggressive and sophisticated phone scam targeting taxpayers,
including recent immigrants, has been making the rounds throughout
the country. Callers claim to be employees of the IRS, but are not.
These con artists can sound convincing when they call. They use fake
names and bogus IRS identification badge numbers. They may know
a lot about their targets and they usually alter the caller ID to make
it look like the IRS is calling.
Victims are told they owe money to the IRS and it must be paid
promptly through a pre-loaded debit card or wire transfer. If the
victim refuses to cooperate, they are then threatened with arrest,
deportation or suspension of a business or driver’s license. In many
cases, the caller becomes hostile and insulting. Or, victims may be
told they have a refund due to try to trick them into sharing private
information. If the phone isn’t answered, the scammers often leave
an “urgent” call back request.
Note that the IRS will never:
• Call to demand immediate payment using a specific payment
method such as a prepaid debit card, gift card or wire transfer.
Generally, the IRS will first mail you a bill if you owe any taxes.
• Threaten to bring in local police or other law-enforcement
groups to have you arrested for not paying.
• Demand that you pay taxes without giving the opportunity
to question or appeal the amount they say you owe.
• Ask for credit or debit card numbers over the phone.
Surge in Email, Phishing and Malware Schemes
The IRS saw an approximate 400 percent surge in phishing and malware
incidents in the 2016 tax season.
Scam emails are designed to trick taxpayers into thinking these are
official communications from the IRS or others in the tax industry,
including tax software companies. These phishing schemes can ask
taxpayers about a wide range of topics. Emails can seek information
related to refunds, filing status, confirming personal information
ordering transcripts and verifying PIN information.
Variations of these scams can be seen via text messages and the
communications are being reported in every section of the country.
When people click on these email links, they are taken to sites designed
to imitate an official-looking website, such as IRS.gov. The
sites ask for Social Security numbers and other personal information,
which could be used to help file false tax returns. The sites also may
carry malware, which can infect people’s computers and allow criminals
to access your files or track your keystrokes to gain information.
Courtesy of: www.irs.gov/uac/tax-scams-consumer-alerts
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Recently tried and true: homemade pita chips.
Ingredients:
• Pita bread – fresh from the store
• ½ cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh pepper
• ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
Method:
Heat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a cookie sheet with parchment
paper. Cut two loaves of pita bread into triangles, then separate
the pieces. Mix the olive oil, salt and pepper. Brush one side of each
pita triangle. Bake for about 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Let
cool. ENJOY!
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The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, also called RodeoHouston or
abbreviated HLSR, is one of the largest live entertainment and livestock
exhibitions. It also includes one of the richest regular-season rodeo events.
It has been held at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, since 2003. It was previously
held in the Astrodome. It is considered to be the city’s “signature
event,” much like New Orleans’s Mardi Gras, Dallas’s Texas State Fair, San
Diego’s Comic-Con and New York City’s New Year’s Eve at Times Square.
Here is the entertainment lineup for 2017:
March 7 th Aaron Watson
March 8 th Old Dominion
March 9 th Chris Stapleton
March 10 th Alicia Keys
March 11 th Alan Jackson
March 12 th Chainsmokers
March 13 th Sam Hunt
March 14 th Meghan Trainor
March 15 th Thomas Rhett
March 16 th Luke Bryan
March 17 th Fifth Harmony
March 18 th Willie Nelson
March 19 th Banda El Recodo Siggno
March 20 th Florida Georgia Line
March 21 st ZZ Top
March 22 nd Chris Young
March 23 rd Blink-182
March 24 th Dierks Bentley
March 25 th Brad Paisley
March 26 th Zac Brown Band
For more information or tickets to the rodeo,visit www.rodeohouston.com.
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GO TEXAN DAY
The Friday before the Parade,
March 3, 2017, is also known
as “Go Texan Day,” where the
entire population of Houston
is encouraged to dress in
Western attire, such as jeans,
cowboy boots and cowboy
hats. While the concept was
discussed in 1938 by the General
Manager of the Houston
Chamber of Commerce, it was
not until the 1950’s that it finally
was put into practice. In
1954, Archer Romero chaired
the first Go Texan Committee
to encourage what would
later become a Houston tradition
during the rodeo.
RODEO HISTORY/FACTS
RODEO PARADE
In 1937, planning had begun for the first Rodeo Parade leading up to
the 1938 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. The first parade was
headed by Mounted Police and various dignitaries on the city, county
and state levels, who also rode horseback. There were two bands with
a Drum and Bugle Corp.
In 1952, the Salt Grass Trail ride was the first trail ride that was formed
by only a few men. The following year, the publicity from that ride attracted
more people to join.
All of the Trail Riders converge on Memorial Park to camp out for the
night before heading down Memorial Drive to where it empties out onto
Texas Ave to line up for the parade.
The parade has approximately 115 different groups joining in the festivities.
There are 15 trail rides, 20 floats, 15 commercial wagons and
stagecoaches and 10 to 15 university and high-school marching bands
in addition to Show officials, other elected officials and dignitaries on
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win. One of the rules is that as long as a contestant is actually in the
act of holding the calf (i.e. Holding it by the tail) to get the halter on,
no other participant may interfere unless the calf wriggles itself free.
It’s at this point where the calf is fair game once again. The event is
held nightly between major events in the Reliant Stadium. Each of the
students who catch a calf is awarded a $1,250 certificate to purchase
a registered beef heifer. Raising and showing this heifer becomes a
yearlong project as the scrambler sees to the grooming, feeding and
care of the animal. The exhibitor returns to the Houston Livestock
Show the following year for a special competition. Calf Scramble
exhibitors receive a $250 bonus when they return to compete with
their heifer, totaling their $1,500 certificate.
A similar events for youngsters is Mutton Bustin’, for 5 and 6-year-olds,
who try to ride on top of a sheep for eight seconds.
TRAIL RIDES
The Trail Rides (cavalcades) are a long tradition with the rodeo and
gather at Memorial Park to camp for a rest and party before the big
Annual Rodeo Parade through Downtown Houston.
Salt Grass Trail Ride - 85-mile (137 km) ride from Cat
Spring, Texas, established in 1952
Sam Houston Trail Ride - 66-mile (106 km) ride from
Montgomery, Texas, established in 1955
Old Spanish Trail Ride - 216-mile (348 km) ride from
Logansport, Louisiana, established in 1956
Prairie View Trail Ride - 102-mile (164 km) ride from
Sunnyside, Texas, established in 1957
Valley Lodge Trail Ride - 72-mile (116 km) ride from
Brookshire, Texas, established in 1959
The Spanish Trail Ride - 112-mile (180 km) ride from
Coldspring, Texas, established in 1961
Texas Independence Trail Ride - 92-mile (148 km) ride from
Brazoria, Texas, established in 1961
Los Vaqueros Rio Grande Trail Ride - 386-mile (621 km) ride from
Hidalgo, Texas, established in 1973
Southwestern Trail Ride - 100-mile (160 km) ride from
Brazoria, Texas, established in 1974
Northeastern Trail Ride - 108-mile (174 km) ride from
Beaumont, Texas, established in 1982
Texas Cattlemen’s Trail Ride - 85-mile (137 km) ride from
Anderson, Texas, established in 1986
The Mission Trail Ride - 210-mile (340 km) ride from
San Antonio, Texas, established in 1990
Southwest Trail Ride - 120-mile (190 km) ride from
Rosenberg, Texas, established in 1993
WORLD’S CHAMPIONSHIP BAR-B-QUE CONTEST
The World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest, also simply known
as “The Cookoff,” started in 1974 and has consistently drawn massive
attendance numbers for the three-day event, drawing a record
264,132 visitors in 2013. It takes place on the southern parking lot of
NRG Stadium, with over 350 teams participating every year and is
generally considered a “Hot Ticket,” as most are for members or by
invitation only. While the event is open to the general public, those
that can get into the tents are generally allowed an unlimited amount
of food and beverages.
THE CALF SCRAMBLE
Since the addition of the event in 1942, it has been one of the more
popular events during the actual rodeo. The event features 14 calves
and 28 students who must try to capture one of the calves, put a halter
on it and bring it back into the “winners square” in order to claim the
Rodeo Houston also features the traditional rodeo events of bull
riding, bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, team roping, steer wrestling,
calf roping, barrel racing (women only) and chuck wagon racing.
TRANSPORTATION
With between 60,000 and 150,000 people attending the rodeo each
day, every year, the city’s transportation infrastructure is taxed as
it must also compete with regular Houston Rush Hour on regular
business days. There are a variety of ways into and out of the complex
that include Park and Ride lots in certain parts of the city that
are provided by the event as an express straight onto the property,
Taxi, Self Parking, and METRORail. The Coordinators of the event
try to persuade attendees to use public transportation as the most
convenient way to and from the Rodeo.
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GIRL SCOUTS
BROWNIE GS TROOP
OPENINGS
FOR 2 ND GRADE
GIRLS-KATY WIDE
Troop 128006, a Katy wide
2 nd Grade Brownie Girl Scout
Troop, has opening for 2 nd
grade girls. We welcome new
to GS, returning & existing 2 nd grade Girl Scouts. Meetings:
Every other Monday, 6:30-8 PM, 20000 Franz Road area.
Contact Lee at gstroop128006@gmail.com for more information.
BOY SCOUTS
HOMESCHOOL CUB SCOUT
PACK 164
Cub Scouts is a fun way to teach boys
about character, respect, responsibility
and many other traits. Pack 164 is a
Christian, home school Cub Scout Pack
that services the Greater West Houston/Katy area. Pack 164
promotes service to God, to country and to others. If you
are interested and your son is entering 1 st through 5 th grade,
please contact Jack M. Jones at 281-558-5722.
SPECIAL PALS
ANNOUNCES
2017 RED, WHITE &
RESCUE CALENDAR
Special pals is selling a 2017 Red, White
& Rescue Calendar, a project helping to
fundraise for the shelter. The Red, White
& Rescue Calendar is a collaboration
between first responders and special pals. The calendar features first
responders from the Katy, West Houston, Richmond, Rosenberg and
Fulshear areas along with their own adopted dogs or adoptable dogs from
special pals.
“Our goal for this calendar is to help raise funds and awareness for the shelter,”
said Melissa Houser, president of special pals. “We also want to recognize local
first responders who protect our communities every day. They work hard to
save human lives while we work hard to save animal lives.”
Eight local agencies are represented in the 2017 Red, White & Rescue
Calendar: Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office, Katy ISD Police Department,
Fort Bend EMS, Katy Fire Department, Richmond Police Department,
Fulshear Police Department, Harris County Sheriff’s Office and Fulshear/
Simonton Fire Department. Photography was arranged and provided free
of charge by Sandy Flint of Flint Photography.
The Red, White & Rescue Calendar may be purchased online for $24.99
including tax and shipping or in person at Special Pals for $20 including
tax at www.redwhiteandrescue.com.
Special Pals website:www.specialpalsshelter.org.
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Support & Help Groups
• KATY CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION - KCWC is a ministry
for women which provides Bible Studies, Prayer Connections
and fellowship luncheons. Prayer coffees are held on the second
Thursday of each month. For more information or to RSVP for the
luncheons please email Nancy at katycwc@gmail.com or call
281-232-8338.
• KATY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES - Help to Survivors of Sexual Assault.
The 24-hour Crisis Hotline number is 281-693- RAPE (7273).
NON-EMERGENCY 281-391-5262.
• THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS (TCF) HOUSTON WEST CHAPTER
- meetings are held in the John Burns building of Kingsland
Baptist Church, 20555 Kingsland Blvd. For more info, www.
compassionatefriends-katy.org or contact Jo, 281-347-1027 or
Annette, 281-578-9118.
• FREE MENTAL DISORDERS FAMILY SUPPORT GROUPS - Meets at a
number of locations. Complete listing on www.namimetrohouston.
org or call 713-970-4419.
• NAMI FAMILY TO FAMILY - free mental disorders family education
course. For info., please call Vi 281-893-2493 or Debbie 713-849-5637.
• DEPRESSION BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE - For info., call the
DBSA office at 713-600-1131 or check out our website at
www.dbsahouston.org.
• THE KATY OCD/ANXIETY GROUP FOR PARENTS - meets on the last
Saturday of each month at 9 AM at La Madeline restaurant in Katy.
For more information check out our website:
http://shyness.meetup.com/353/.
• KATY/WEST HOUSTON/SUGAR LAND TOURETTE SYNDROME
SUPPORT GROUP - meets the 2 nd Wednesday of each month @ 7
PM at Christus St. Catherine Annex Hospital, 2 nd floor, classroom
B, 701 Fry Road. For further info, please contact the support group
leaders, Daryl and Barbara Brister 281-395-5392 or
email darbar4@comcast.net.
• PALMER DRUG ABUSE PROGRAM (PDAP) - For Ages 12 to 17, call
281-870-9311 or for ages 17 to 25, call 713-647-8858.
COMMUNITY
GROUPS
• HARRIS COUNTY WIC PROGRAM - For additional info. about
WIC, call 713-439-6145 or www.houstontx.gov/health/WIC. For a
recorded message listing all Harris County WIC sites, you may call
713-439-6130.
• ECI PROJECT TYKE - If you know a child under the age of 3 who
needs assistance in at least one area of development or who has a
medical diagnosis or condition impacting his or her development,
please call ECI Project TYKE 281-237-6647 or make a referral on our
website www.katyisd.org.
• DIFFERENT STROKES - a support group for stroke survivors meets
every Tuesday at 10 AM in the Senior Center, located at 13150
Memorial Dr., for fellowship, learning, sharing, exercising and
loving. Call for further info.: Kay Callahan 713-461-5604 or Roberta
Owens 281-463-3490.
• THE ARC OF KATY - Board meeting is the 2 nd Tuesday of each month @
7 PM. We meet at City Police Station located at 5456 Franz Rd. The ARC
of Katy members are always welcome. Please visit www.thearcofkaty.
org or call 832-754-9802 or 832-888-9265 for additional info.
• FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY ANONYMOUS (FA) - Meets Mondays at
1225 W. Grand Pkwy S. in Katy, TX at 7 PM. For more information, call
781-932-6300 or locally at 281-392-8914, or visit www.foodaddicts.org.
• DRUG AND ALCOHOLISM FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP - Every
Wednesday night from 7 - 8 PM. For more info, call 713-632-5237.
• HOME ENCOURAGEMENT - a 501(c)(3) non-profit that nurtures
healthy marriages and strong families. For info., contact Kellie
Hurst of Home Encouragement at 281-347-LIFE or visit our website
at www.homeencouragement.org.
• KATY ADHD PARENT GROUP - meets on the 2 nd Sunday of every
month, in room S201, at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775
Kingsland Blvd. from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. For more info, contact Laura
Peddicord at 281-392-6064 or laurapeddicord@comcast.net.
• GRACE FELLOWSHIP UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - Located at
2655 S. Mason Rd., Katy, 77450. We offer biblically based support
groups. Please call 281-646-1903 for further details or
www.whatisgrace.org/care.html.
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• ST. PETER’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH SUPPORT GROUPS - We
offer many different types of groups. For more info., call 281-492-
8031. Located at 20775 Kingsland Blvd.
• THE FELLOWSHIP - offers several support and growth recovery
groups. Call the church at 281-395-3950 or go to www.thefellowship.
org/grow/groups/merimnao/ for more information.
• CHRIST CLINIC - We provide medical assistance for over 4,500
adults in Katy who are without health insurance. Christ Clinic
located at 25722 Kingsland Blvd, Suite 101, Katy, Texas 77494, 281-
574-1540.
• NORTH HOUSTON AMPUTEE SUPPORT GROUP - Meets monthly
on the 3 rd Thursday of every month at HealthSouth Rehab Hospital,
13031Worthham Center Drive, Houston, TX 77065. Contact Regenia
Kendrick at 832-339-3963 or email Regenia.kendrick@healthsouth.
com.
• HOLY COVENANT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH WEEKLY SUPPORT
GROUPS - Grief and Divorce care support groups. For more info,
www.holycov.org or call the church 281-579-1200.
• GRIEFSHARE - Have you lost someone close or related to you?
Please join us for light refreshments and easy conversation. Second
Baptist Church, West campus, 19449 Katy Freeway, Kingsland Blvd.
entrance. For more info on dates & times, visit www.griefshare.org
or call 713-365-6086.
• KATY/WEST HOUSTON FIBROMYALGIA & CHRONIC PAIN MEETUP
GROUP - monthly meetings provide info. and support for sufferers/
families regarding any of these or related disorders. Sign up for
more info at meetup.com (search fibromyalgia and Katy TX to find
us), email vtway@comcast.net or call 281-705-4395, Vickie Tway -
Facilitator, for other info. and meeting schedule.
• HOPEKEEPERS - national web site is restministries.org for more
information or come to one of the local support groups. Grace
Fellowship United Methodist Church (2655 S. Mason Rd) on the 2 nd
and 4 th Saturdays at 10:30 AM. Epiphany of the Lord Church (1530
Norwalk Dr) on Mondays at 6:30 PM.
• LIFEWAY INTERNATIONAL - an early enthusiastic substance
abuse recovery program for adolescents, young adults and adults
and their families, meets every Wednesday at 7:30 PM at Grace
Fellowship UMC, 2655 S. Mason Rd, Katy. For more information call
713-270-6753.
• BREAST CANCER SUPPORT MEETING - meets 3 rd Tuesday of each
month at Kathy Methodist Hospital, 18500 Katy Freeway, Houston,
Texas 77094 at 6 PM till 8 PM. 832-522-1000
• HAND (HOUSTON’S AID IN NEONATAL DEATH) MEETING - meetings
are held at Chapelwood United Methodist Church, 11140 Greenbay
St. Houston, TX 77024 (Memorial Area). For more info, contact us at
Info@hand.net or 832-752-1919.
• HOPE IMPACTS - network of caring people that partner to meet
the needs of homeless, helpless and under-resourced people in the
Katy ISD community. Website, www.hopeimpacts.net. For more info,
contact Executive Director, Tina Hatcher, at tinah542@gmail.com.
• IC ANGELS - Monthly meetings in Katy to share information and
support for sufferers of Interstitial Cystitis. Sign up for more info at
meetup.com (search interstitial cystitis and Katy) or email Marilyn
at mkfmatthews@gmail.com.
• KINGSLAND BAPTIST CHURCH CAREER TRANSITION WORKSHOP -
Kingsland Baptist Church, 20555 Kingsland Blvd., Fellowship Hall
at 6:30 PM every Thursday. Call 281-492-0785 for more information.
• GIVE BACK - MENTOR A LOCAL JUVENILE - Please contact us: 281-
633-7317, susan.bearden@fortbendcountytx.gov or visit fbpfy.org.
PARENTING GROUPS
• LA LECHE LEAGUE OF KATY AND WEST HOUSTON - Methodist West
Houston Hospital, 18500 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77094.
Daytime and Evening Meetings available. For further info, please
call Susan 281-829-6833, Leann 713-437-2805. La Leche League
International’s website is www.lalecheleague.org.
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• MOMS CLUB OF KATY - please email
momsclubkatyse@yahoo.com.
• MOMS @ SECOND - WEST CAMPUS - Cost is $40 for entire year.
Childcare provided for a minimal cost. For more info, call Faye at
713-465-3408 x 1007.
• BEAR CREEK BAPTIST MOPS - Meets the second and forth Friday
of each month at 9:30 AM. The cost is $10 per meeting for childcare
and MOPS dues. For more info, contact us at bcbcmops@gmail.
com or 281-859-9900.
• KATY MOMS IN PRAYER INTERNATIONAL GROUP - For info., call
Olivia Jones, 281-300-5000 or visit www.MomsInPrayer.org on the
web.
• KINDRED - Kingsland Baptist Church. Meets every
other Friday from 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM. For more info, visit http://
kingsland.org/kindredpreschoolmothers or contact Marnie
Bello, wsielandmarniebello@gmail.com.
• THE FELLOWSHIP ARROW - Arrow meets the 2 nd and 4 th Monday of
every month from 4:30 PM-6:30 PM. Child care space is limited so
register now! For more info and registration directions visit: www.
thefellowship.org/grow/adult-ministries/ladies-ministry/. You can
also contact us directly at arrow@thefellowship.org.
• TRINITY KATY MOPS - Open to all moms with Preschoolers. Meets
2 Fridays a month from 9:30-11:30 AM for brunch, speakers, crafts
& fellowship. Cost is $70/semester for MOPS Intl dues, childcare &
crafts. www.trinity-katy.org/ministries/mops.
• CALLED TO BE MOM - Epiphany of The Lord Catholic Church - Meets
every Wednesday, at 9:30 AM. Childcare available for a minimal fee.
For more info, please contact ctbm.epiphany@gmail.com.
• MOTHERS’ SHARE GROUP - meet Thursdays, from 9:30 AM to 11:30
AM following the KISD schedule at St. Peter’s United Methodist
Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, TX 77450 in Room E221 (upstairs).
For more info or to confirm childcare, contact St. Peter’s UMC at 281-
492-8031 or www.stpkaty.org.
• MYC - MOTHERS OF YOUNG CHILDREN - meets every Friday from
9-11:30 AM and follow the KISD school calendar. Childcare is
provided. Registration is $25 per semester or $50 for the year, which
covers books and materials. For information and to register, please
visit www.stpkaty.org/mothers-of-young-children.
• iBLOOM - young Moms…come share Monday mornings with us.
Visit online at www.whatisgrace.org/ibloom. Grace Fellowship
UMC, 2655 S Mason in Katy.
• REAL MOMS OF KATY PLAYGROUP - This group is down to earth and
drama free. Learn more at www.meetup.com/Real-Moms-of-Katy.
• WORKING MOMS OF KATY - group to support working moms in the
Katy area Charlene Taylor charleneetaylor@yahoo.com, 281-235-
3043 or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/workingmomsofkaty.
• KATY AREA PARENTS OF MULTIPLES (KAPOM) - meets the 2 nd
Monday of each month 6:30-9 pm, see our website for location.
For more info, please email membership@kapom.org or visit our
website www.kapom.org.
• KATY PARENTS OF GIFTED AND TALENTED SUPPORT GROUP
(KPGT) - an advocacy organization dedicated to promoting quality
educational services for the gifted students in the school district.
Visit our website at www.kpgt.org for a printable membership form.
• KATY ASSOCIATION OF CHILD CARE PROFESSIONALS - meets the
third Wednesday of each month at the MUD #81 building located at
Cimarron Parkway and Hidden Canyon. Refreshments are served.
For more info, call 281-578-6376 or 281-392-0989.
• PARENTS WITHOUT PARTNERS - For more info. about Parents
Without Partners International, check out our website at www.
parentswithoutpartners.org or Parent with Partners Greater
Houston Chapter #63 at www.pwphouston.org. Contact Barbara
281-469-5646.
• FAMILY TO FAMILY - an organization dedicated to helping families
who have a child with disabilities. For more information, please all
Joanie or Carolyn at 713-466-6304 or go to
www.familytofamilynetwork.org.
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• BREATH OF LIFE CHILDREN’S CENTER CLINIC - We are a 501(c)3
non-profit organization. For questions, please call 281-398-7353.
• MEMORIAL HERMANN KATY HOSPITAL - offers parenting classes,
for info. call 713-222-CARE.
• WEST HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER - offers parenting classes. To
inquire or register, please call 281-588-8065.
• HIKE IT BABY - dedicated to getting families together and out into
nature across the Houston area. Check out www.hikeitbaby.com for
more information and search “Hike It Baby Houston” on Facebook.
Community &
Commerce Groups
• WEST FORT BEND COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN - For more info.,
contact Susan at 281-633-2277 or BurgerBizInc@aol.com.
• REPUBLICAN WOMEN’S CLUB OF KATY - Monthly meetings are the
1 st Thursday of each month at the Golf Club of Cinco Ranch. More
info on Facebook or email Kandace Dusek at Rwckaty1@gmail.com.
• KATY AREA DEMOCRATS - meets 3 rd Tuesday of the month at Briarchester
club house at 7 PM. For info., contact Pat Darwish 281-647-0986, visit
ww.katydemocrats.org or email atydems@hotmail.com.
• KATY LIONS CLUB - Meets the 1 st and 3 rd Thursday of each month at
7 PM at Salt and Pepper Restaurant, 811 Ave D, Katy.
• FULSHEAR-SIMONTON LIONS CLUB - Meets the 2 nd Thursday of
each month at 7 PM at Yong’s Asian Fusion & Sushi restaurant in
Fulshear. Visit www.fulshearsimontonlionsclub.org or email us at
info@fulshearsimontonlionslcub.org to learn more.
• THE ROTARY CLUB OF KATY SUNRISE (RCKS) - meets every Tuesday
morning, at 7 AM, at Cinco Ranch Golf Club, guests and visitors
welcome. For more info visit www.katysunriserotary.com.
• THE ROTARY CLUB OF KATY - meets each Thursday, noon to 1 PM,
at Hasta La Pasta, 1450 Grand Parkway, Suite E. For more info, call
281-392-0045 or www.katyrotary.com.
• WEST HOUSTON ROTARY CLUB - Tuesdays, 12:15 PM, West Houston
Omni, North Eldridge at Katy Freeway. 281-627-0662.
• KATY TOASTMASTERS - meets the first three Thursdays of each
month at 7:30 PM at Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union, 25525 Katy
Mills Parkway, Katy, TX 77494. We are located behind Katy Mills Mall
near Pin Oak Road. Visitors are welcome! Visit our website at
http://katy.freetoasthost.org/.
• PARK 10 TALKERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB - meets every Thursday
at 11:45 AM at NACE, 1440 South Creek Dr., Houston, 77084,
telephone 281-228-6287. For more info on Toastmasters, go to
www.toastmasters.org.
• EASY RISERS TOASTMASTERS - meets every Tuesday morning
from 7 - 8 AM in the Fulbright Tower located at 1301 McKinney. For
more info, contact Ed Young at edyoung2@hotmail.com.
• W. HOUSTON CHAPTER, INTERN’L ASSOC. OF ADMIN.
PROFESSIONALS (WHIAAP) - meets the fourth Tuesday of each
month at Embassy Suites Houston - Energy Corridor at 11730 Katy
Freeway (N. side of I10 - Kirkwood Exit). (Caroline Champness CPS/
CAP caroline.champness@bp.com).
• ABWA WEST HOUSTON NETWORK - meets the second Thursday
of each month, 11:30 AM - 1 PM, at the Marriott Energy Corrridor.
For more info, or to RSVP, visit our website at www.whenabwa.org.
• BUSINESS NETWORK INTERNATIONAL - KATY - meets every
Thursday, 7 AM, Willowfork Country Club, 21055 Westheimer Pkwy,
Katy, TX 77450. If you are interested in growing your business, please
come to a meeting. Call Kitty Tennison, President, 281-221-0016 or
Susan Hendrix, Vice-President, 954-729-3870 for more information.
• (BNI) BUSINESS NETWORK INTERNATIONAL - CINCO RANCH -
meets each Tuesday morning at 7-8:30 am at Willowfork Country
Club at 21055 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, Katy, TX 77450. For info.,
Len Tierney at 713-824-6960 or go to www.bnihouston.com and
search for Cinco Ranch Chapter in Katy, Texas.
• PARKWAY BUSINESS PARTNERS CHAPTER OF BNI - meets every
Wednesday at Willow Fork Country Club in Katy. Meetings are held
from 7:15 AM until 9 AM and visitors are welcome. For information
or a reservation to attend, please call Chris at 832-252-9413.
• INHOUSTON-KATY PREMIER PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS
NETWORKING - meets the 2 nd Tuesday of each month, 4 -7 PM at
Texas Borders Bar & Grill, 20940 Katy Fwy, Katy, Texas. For info., call
Newell Cheatheam 281-392-3034, newell.cheatheam@gmail.com
or www.newellsdesigns.com.
• THE ULTIMATE FITNESS AND WELLNESS NETWORK - Meetings
are the second Thursday of each month at 7 PM. Membership is
free. For more information, contact Karen Narum 281-871-8920 or
fitnessjourney@live.com.
• WEST KATY NETWEAVERS - meets at Yong’s (Cravings Grill) 29615
FM 1093, Fulshear, TX 77441 every second and fourth Wednesday
of the month, at 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM sharp. The cost of breakfast is
$5 and an additional fee is $1. For questions, visit www.facebook.
com/groups/westkatynetweavers.
• KATY BAR ASSOCIATION - an Association of Attorneys who live
or work in the Katy Area, holds its monthly meeting at 12 PM on
the fourth Tuesday of every month at Willow Fork Country Club.
Contact Sarah Springer at sarah@sarahspringerlaw.com or 281-
646-0644 for more info.
• FULSHEAR AREA CHAMBER – meets 2 nd Wednesday of every month
at Parkway Fellowship, 27043 FM 1093, Richmond, TX 77406, 7:30
AM. For more info, contact Amy Norvell at 832-600-3321, anorvell@
fulshearareachamber.com or www.fulshearareachamber.com.
• KATY NEIGHBORS’ COFFEES - Meets monthly on the last Tuesday,
at 10 AM, at member’s homes. There are no officers of this club and
membership is free to all. For more information, please contact
281-578-2078 or 281-395-1730.
• WELCOME WAGON CLUB OF KATY - please call Peggy at 979-709-
4497 or email welcomewagonclubkaty@yahoo.com.
• THE GREEN TRAILS LADIES CLUB - For more info., call Helen
Connolly at 832-577-7177.
• CINCO RANCH LADIES CLUB – meets the last Tuesday of the
month at 7 PM for their general meeting at The Golf Club at Cinco
Ranch, 23030 Cinco Ranch Blvd. For more information, visit www.
cincoranchladiesclub.org.
• THE GREATER KATY EXCHANGE CLUB - meets the first Wednesday
of each month at 6:30 PM, at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill,
21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. $15, includes dinner and guest
speaker. For info., www.KatyExchangeClub.com or call Newell
Cheatheam at 281-392-3034 or Kyle Simmons 281-497-7180 or
www.KatyExchangeClub.com.RSVP is required.
• TEXAS COASTAL CATTLEWOMEN (TCCW) - meets on the third
Wednesday of each month, at various locations throughout the
Houston area. For more info, contact Dorothy at cattlegamma@
aol.com or Sue at 281-238-8382 or cell 281-381-1987.
• KATY ROCKS - Mix, mingle, socialize and network with singles ages
35+ Group has a variety of events each month. For more details,
visit www.meetup.com/Katy-Rocks.
• BP PARTNERS - Local organization for the spouses and partners of
BP employees. Monthly activities. For membership info., visit www.
bppartnershouston.com.
• KATY AREA RETIRED EDUCATORS - meets at 11:30 AM, on the 2 nd
Wednesday of each month, September through May, at the Merrell
Center in Katy. For information contact Luanne Zacek at 281-391-
8464 or lzacek@hotmail.com.
• WESTSIDE OVER 50 CLUB - meets 1 st Wednesday of each month at
6:30 PM for dinner and socializing. For reservations and info., please
contact Frank Watson at 281-492-6202 or Kirk Hanson, 281-346-0459.
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treated in West Houston and katy.
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diagnose and treat common to complex neurological disorders. With innovative and
advanced treatment options, we provide the most comprehensive care close to home.
Our team of physicians treats a variety of disorders, including
• Alzheimer’s disease,
dementia and memory loss
• Amyotrophic lateral
sclerosis (ALS) and other
neuromuscular disorders
• Brain and spinal tumors
• Chronic pain
• Epilepsy and seizures
• Multiple sclerosis (MS)
• Parkinson’s disease and
other movement disorders
• Severe headaches
and migraines
For more information, visit
houstonmethodist.org/west-neuro,
or to schedule an appointment,
call 832.522.5522.
Craft & Hobby Groups
• NOTTINGHAM COUNTRY GARDEN CLUB OF KATY - We welcome
all people interested in gardening and the environment, from the
West Houston and Katy area. You do not have to live in Nottingham
Country to belong to our organization! For more information about
the club, please call 281-578-1036 or 281-693-0016.
• HARRIS COUNTY MASTER GARDENER - Upcoming events (all events
are free and at 3033 Bear Creek Dr. unless specified elsewhere): Call
for information on events. We generally meet on the first Tuesday
of the month.
• KATY VOCAL EXPRESS - The newest prospective Sweet Adelines
Chorus has arrived in Katy area. Ladies are invited to attend chorus
rehearsal any Thursday evening, 7-9 PM at Holy Covenant United
Methodist Church, 2211 Morton Ranch Road, Katy 77493. For more
info, email katyvocalexpress@gmail.com.
• GRACE NOTES - Singers and instrumentalists are invited to join a
women’s performing group which shares music in the community
at retirement homes. We sing once a month for the congregation
of St. Peter’s during Sunday worship services. Tuesday’s mornings
are our outing days to perform to the community. For more info,
contact Gail at 281-782-1598.
• AMERICAN SEWING GUILD IN KATY - meets 3 rd Wednesday of every
month from 1 to 3 PM at Quilt & Sew, 829 Mason Rd., Katy. For more
info, go to www.asghouston.org.
• THE PRIDE OF TEXAS DECORATIVE ARTISTS - meets 2 nd Thursday
of the month at 6:30 PM. We meet at Bear Creek Community Center
off Patterson Rd. in Bear Creek Park. For more info, call Gloria Ware
281-492-0246.
• WEST HOUSTON QUILT GUILD, 3 rd Wednesdays, 7 PM Bear Creek
Community Center, 3055 Bear Creek Dr. Houston, TX 77084, For
more info., check our website at www.whqg.org.
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• KATY QUILTERS, Time and place will be scheduled in the Katy Area.
Call the Katy Quilters, Shari Medford at 281-635-3000.
• THE BLUEBONNET STENCILERS OF TEXAS - meets 1 st Monday of the
month from 6:30 - 9 PM at the Tracy Gee Community Center, 3599
Westcenter (One block east of Sam Houston Toll Road west). For
more info concerning meetings, email blmrducks@sbcglobal.net.
• KATY AREA KNITTING GUILD - Last Monday of the month, 6:30 PM,
Spring Creek Barbeque on Westgreen & I-10.
• THE HOUSTON POND SOCIETY - Meets first Saturday of each month
at a member’s home. For more info, please visit our website www.
houstonpondsociety.org.
• WEST HOUSTON CHAPTER OF THE ROMANCE WRITERS OF
AMERICA - meets 2 nd Saturday of each month. Visit us on the Web
at www.whrwa.com for more info on upcoming events. For more
information, call Chuck or Carol 281-550-8679.
• FAIRBEE SQUARE AND LINE DANCE CLUB - dances each Thursday
night, 7:30 - 9:30 PM at Memorial Drive Lutheran Church, 12211
Memorial Drive @ Gessner. Info may be obtained by calling Jerry &
Nanette Tucker 281-498-3057 or nanette777@hotmail.com.
• PRAIRIE PROMENADERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB - meets first four
Friday nights at Westland Baptist Church, 1407 W. Grand Pkwy S.
Lessons are from 7-8 PM. The Club dance follows from 8-10 PM. For
questions, call Carl Holsworth at 281-386-8504, Tom & Cheryl Berra
at 281-492-8798 or Donna Bowen 214-280-0003.
• HOUSTON SQUARE & ROUND DANCE COUNCIL, INC. - For info.,
call 281-392-0713 or visit the Houston area square dance web site:
www.squarethru.com.
• THE KATY 4-F BASS CLUB (FRIENDS FISHING FOR FUN) - is a small,
low cost fishing club, based in Katy, Texas. For information on our
club such as joining, tournament results and area lakes we fish, visit
www.katy4fbassclub.com.
• THE TEXAS TRIUMPH REGISTER (TTR) - an organization of Triumph
owners and enthusiasts. For more info, contact Mike Hado at 281-
807-4780, mdhado@att.net or www.TexasTriumphRegister.org.
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Classified Ads
Classified
Ads
FOR SALE
Tall brown bookcase w/six shelves of various heights.
Dimensions are 77”H x 30”W x 13 1/4”D, solid wood,
heavy, $50. Email Anne Marie kamtsberg@comcast.net
for photo or call 281-398-3098.
Bud dry neon sign, $700; Metal detector used once with
a lot of extras, $175. Call 832-606-9482.
Eagle residential storage & service lift, good condition,
works great, asking $2,500. Contact 281-398-6324.
Black and white marble kitchen table, good condition,
$500, paid $1000; U-shape office desk with credenza,
$250; Silver mirror 2’ X 3’, $30.
Contact kelmizo58@gmail.com.
King bed frame and headboard, side by side refrigerator,
window mini blinds, plantation shutters, granite counter
top, wood cabinet doors and drawers. 281-463-8692.
Brand new, never worn 3” heel Capezio closed toe
T-strap character shoe with brace, black, size 7, $150.
Regular price without brace, $250. 713-459-7792.
Woman’s 10 speed Fuji Silhouette road bike, excellent
condition, great for MS 150 bike ride. Call 713-857-2751.
Forest Park Cemetery Westheimer - Six cemetery spaces
w/monument privileges. Section 502, Lot 610. List price
$6,995 each, will sell for $5,250 each, negotiable.
713-366-6699.
Strasburg children’s flower girl dresses, NWT,
discontinued, in white (size 3) and ivory (size 3), new
$109.99, selling for $50. They all have loops for a sash.
Also have 2 with embellishments, ivory (sizes 4, 6),
matching ivory sash included, new $136.99, selling for
$75. 281-770-6928 or jaclynchale@gmail.com.
HOW TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD
To place a Classified Ad, go to the Krenek
Printing website at www.krenekprinting.
com. Hover your mouse over Submissions
and choose Classifieds. Select which area
(Hwy 6, Katy or Both) you would like to
see your ad appear. Then select the Category
for your ad. Your ad will be calculated
and you may make your payment
online. If you have any questions, please
give us a call at 281-463-8649.
MOVING/GARAGE SALES
Beautiful dining table and 6 chairs, 54” breakfast room table, large 11 drawer
maple dresser, 2 swivel chairs, Maytag washer and dryer, plates, cups, Knick
knacks and other items available. Please call 281-395-3022 for prices.
HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE
2 - one/half acre connecting lots (total one acre) on Grand Harbour Island
on Lake Conroe in Montgomery, Texas. Excellent location on water. Will sell
together or separate. $150,000 each OBO. 281-858-4422
PETS
Lab mix female, FREE, 14 months, beautiful gold, smart, loving, spayed,
all shots. Web photo http://goo.gl/dDCsaM. Call 832-455-5909.

HELP WANTED
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Inside Sales/Telemarketing reps to work
in our corporate office call center in the
Houston/Katy area. We have a contract
with over 10,000 major grocery chains
in 47 states and Western Canada. Heavy
Cold Calling to Business Owners to set
appointments for top producing outside
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hour w/ comm. Full Time M-F. No Late
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You will be eligible for Medical/Dental/
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after 1 year. No experience needed:
www.rtui.com. To apply, send resume to
jamelyn.brown@rtui.com.
Registered Dental Assistant needed. At
least 1 year of experience needed. Please
send resumes to dentalcareforkids@
gmail.com or call 832-603-7310.
Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of
experience, must be state licensed.
281-550-0900.
Looking for people to work in the field
services, crew workers and helpers to
work on servicing irrigation systems
for growing Irrigation Company, no
experience needed, will train. Must have
own transportation and clean driver’s
license. Growth opportunity, Northwest
Houston area.
Email: sprinklerworkers@gmail.com.
Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman
or helper/apprentice. Have experience,
references & contact info. ready, beginners
last employment info. Send resume to
randy@westhoustonelectric.com.
Katy Memorial Power Washing is seeking
a power washing and roof cleaning
technician. Requirements: must be a selfstarter,
flexible, team player, willing and
able to work multiple jobs with minimum
supervision; must be able to work on max
height 2 story roofs; have a good driving
record; must have experience towing a 12’
trailer and be proficient at backing trailer;
no prior experience power washing or roof
cleaning necessary, we train; live in the
Katy, Texas area. Submit your resume via
email to support@k-mpw.com.
Plumbers or Apprentices for repair.
Bilingual preferred. Please call
281-256-2239.
Housekeepers needed. Great hours for
moms with school age children.
281-861-0394.
TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES
Vacation condominium, sleeps 6, 1 bedroom, 2
bathrooms,no pets allowed. Miramar Beach, Florida
32550, Book:850-270-5227 or http://bookings.destinpalms.com/Unit/Details/121435.
Vacation home for rent in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico.
3 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bath, beach, pool, tennis, golf, Mayan
Ruins. For more info Google VRBO 136406 or call, 281-
236-2107 or 713-896-1234.
Las Vegas Timeshare: On the Strip near the airport, sleeps
4, full kitchen, dining & living. Jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s, 2
Phones, 2 pools outside building, fitness room, washer/
dryer/safe in room, 4 days, $465 or 7 days, $595. No added
fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409.
Timeshare: Rent a lovely condo for a full week in Hawaii! I
have two weeks reserved in Maui, resort name is Kauhale
Makai. The 2017 dates are March 27th - April 3rd and April
4th - April 10th. Sleeps 4, one bedroom, fully stocked
kitchen. The resort charges $200 per day if not with time
share. What else needs to be said... It’s Hawaii! $895 per
week. For information contact Cheryl at 281-855-7427.
Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar
Creek Cabin, new 2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front
porch, satellite TV, beautiful views, abundant wildlife,
Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park, sleeps 8.
Call 866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more
information.
NOVENA
Due to the amount of space involved and the response
of those wishing to publish a Novena to St. Jude, a
Novena to St. Jude will be published along with a list
of initials of those wishing to publish one. We are
sorry, but we cannot make exceptions. $5 Charge for
each Novena per area. Please specify which area you
would your Novena to appear in. - Krenek Printing.
NOVENA TO ST. JUDE
May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified,
loved and preserved throughout the world, now and
forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on us. St.
Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude helper of
the hopeless, pray for us. Say Novena 9 times a day for 9
days. It has never been known to fail. Publication must
be promised. Thank you St. Jude – MTF

Get to Know Food Labels
Reading the Nutrition Facts panel can help you shop and eat or drink
smarter.
Consult an RDN
Whether you want to eat better to lose weight or lower your risk or
manage a chronic disease, consult the experts! Registered dietitian
nutritionists can help you by providing sound, easy-to-follow personalized
nutrition advice.
Follow Food Safety Guidelines
Reduce your chances of getting sick by practicing proper food safety.
This includes: regular hand washing, separating raw protein foods
from ready-to-eat foods, cooking foods to the appropriate temperature
by using a food thermometer and refrigerating food quickly at a
proper temperature to slow bacteria growth. Learn more about home
food safety at www.homefoodsafety.org.
Get Cooking
Preparing foods at home can be healthy, rewarding and cost-effective.
Resolve to learn some cooking and kitchen basics, like how to dice
an onion or cook dried beans. The collection of How do I…videos at
www.eatright.org/howdoi will get you started.
Dine Out without Ditching Your Goals
You can eat out and stick to your healthy eating plan! The key is to
plan ahead, ask questions and choose foods carefully. Compare
nutrition information, if available and look for healthier options that
are grilled, baked, broiled or steamed.
EAT RIGHT!
March is National Nutrition Month and the 2017 National Nutrition
Month theme is “Put Your Best Fork Forward.” Below are 17 Food,
Nutrition and Health Tips from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Dedicate yourself to a healthy lifestyle in 2017 with these food,
nutrition and physical activity tips.
Eat Breakfast
Start your morning with a healthy breakfast that includes lean
protein, whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Try making a breakfast
burrito with scrambled eggs, low-fat cheese, salsa and a whole
wheat tortilla or a parfait with low-fat plain yogurt, fruit and whole
grain cereal.
Make Half Your Plate Fruits and Vegetables
Fruits and veggies add color, flavor and texture plus vitamins, minerals
and fiber to your plate. Make 2 cups of fruit and 2 ½ cups of
vegetables your daily goal. Experiment with different types, including
fresh, frozen and canned.
Watch Portion Sizes
Get out the measuring cups and see how close your portions are
to the recommended serving size. Use half your plate for fruits and
vegetables and the other half for grains and lean protein foods. To
complete the meal, add a serving of fat-free or low-fat milk or yogurt.
Be Active
Regular physical activity has so many health benefits. Start by doing
what exercise you can for at least 10 minutes at a time. Children and
teens should get 60 or more minutes of physical activity per day and
adults should get two hours and 30 minutes per week. You don’t have
to hit the gym - take a walk after dinner or play a game of catch or
basketball.
Fix Healthy Snacks
Healthy snacks can sustain your energy levels between meals, especially
when they include a combination of foods. Choose from two or
more of the MyPlate food groups: grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy and
protein. Try raw veggies with low-fat cottage cheese, or a tablespoon
of peanut butter with an apple or banana.
Enact Family Meal Time
Plan to eat as a family at least a few times each week. Set a regular
mealtime. Turn off the TV, phones and other electronic devices to
encourage mealtime talk. Get kids involved in meal planning and
cooking and use this time to teach them about good nutrition.
Banish Brown Bag Boredom
Whether it’s a lunch for work or school, prevent brown bag boredom
with easy-to-fix, healthy lunch ideas. Try a whole-wheat pita pocket
with veggies and hummus or a low sodium vegetable soup with whole
grain crackers or a salad of mixed greens with low-fat dressing and
a hard boiled egg.
Drink More Water
Quench your thirst by drinking water instead of sugary drinks. Stay
well hydrated by drinking plenty of water if you are active, live or
work in hot conditions or are an older adult.
Explore New Foods and Flavors
Add more nutrition and eating pleasure by expanding your range of
food choices. When shopping, make a point of selecting a fruit, vegetable
or whole grain that’s new to you or your family. Try different
versions of familiar foods like purple asparagus, Honeycrisp apples,
broccoli or quinoa.
Eat Seafood Twice a Week
Seafood - fish and shellfish - contains a range of nutrients including
healthy omega-3 fats. Salmon, trout, oysters and sardines are higher
in omega-3s and lower in mercury.
Cut Back on Added Sugars
Foods and drinks with added sugars can contribute empty calories
and little or no nutrition. Reviewing ingredients on the food label
can help you identify sources of added sugar.
Visit www.choosemyplate.gov for more information.
Experiment with more plant-based meals
Expand the variety in your menus with budget friendly meatless
meals. Many recipes that use meat and poultry can be made without.
Eating a variety of plant foods can help. Vegetables, beans and
lentils are all great substitutes. Try including one meatless meal per
week to start out.
Courtesy of eatright.org
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BANANA CREAM PIE MADE EASY
You could make this on National Banana Cream Pie Day March 2 nd !
INGREDIENTS:
3 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup crushed ice
1 (3.5 ounce) package instant banana pudding mix
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
3 bananas, sliced
1 (9 inch) pie shell, baked
1 cup heavy cream
DIRECTIONS:
Using an electric mixer, whip 3 cups heavy cream on low speed until it starts to thicken. Add
crushed ice and continue to whip another 4 minutes. Increase speed and add vanilla and
banana pudding mixes, whipping until pudding mixes are blended fully with the cream and
the mixture thickens. Increase speed to high and beat until mixture is stiff.
Line the bottom and half way up the sides of pie crust with banana slices.
Cover bananas with half of the banana cream mixture and top completely
with banana slices. Top with the remaining banana cream mixture. In a
small bowl, whip 1 cup cream until stiff peaks form. Using a pastry bag,
pipe cream onto top of pie, covering completely. Refrigerate 1 hour before
serving. Source: allrecipes.com
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HONEY CHICKEN KABOBS
You could make this on National Something on a Stick Day March 28 th !
INGREDIENTS:
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
2 cloves garlic
5 small onions, cut into 2 inch pieces
2 red bell peppers, cut into 2 inch pieces
skewers
DIRECTIONS:
In a large bowl, whisk together oil, honey, soy sauce and pepper. Before adding chicken,
reserve a small amount of marinade to brush onto kabobs while cooking. Place the chicken,
garlic, onions and peppers in the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours (the
longer the better).
Preheat the grill for high heat. Drain marinade from the chicken and vegetables and discard
marinade. Thread chicken and vegetables alternately onto the skewers. Lightly oil the grill
grate. Place the skewers on the grill. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, until chicken juices run clear.
Turn and brush with reserved marinade frequently. Source: allrecipes.com
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