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RENNIE PARK IMPROVEMENTS<br />
JULY 4TH PARADE<br />
DUE DILIGENCE FOR DOGS<br />
HEAVY TRASH MIX-UP<br />
<strong>June</strong> <strong>2017</strong><br />
These <strong>Nottingham</strong> Country Elementary Students play for<br />
the Nitro soccer team. Picture by Laura Chiles Photographer<br />
Important Numbers... 3<br />
Recipes... 9<br />
School News... 10<br />
Sports... 12<br />
Summer Activities for Kids... 14-20<br />
Craft Shows/Garage Sales... 20-21<br />
Houston Area Events... 22<br />
Libraries/Parks/Church Events... 24<br />
Classified Ads... 31<br />
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Rennie Park Sees Improvements<br />
Some of you may have noticed a few changes at Rennie Park. Since we<br />
know you have active imaginations, we’ll fill you in on what’s going on.<br />
Hopefully, by the time you read this, the new soccer goals will be<br />
installed. During soccer season, we can have as many as five teams trying<br />
to practice at Rennie on a given night. We decided to purchase two more<br />
goals so that three teams could practice on the main field at a time. Some<br />
of the teams have younger kids and they can practice on any open patch<br />
of grass. By adding the goals, we can indeed have five teams practicing<br />
there at once.<br />
Most of the kids on these soccer teams are <strong>Nottingham</strong> Country residents,<br />
so we wanted to be able to accommodate their need for practice space.<br />
We also wanted to address a few safety issues. That is why we removed<br />
the benches; they were actually ON the soccer field, so that was a safety<br />
hazard in addition to making no sense.<br />
Additionally, the field was full of holes and that can be very dangerous for<br />
kids who are running around. The holes have been filled.<br />
Finally, we will be adding a set of lights along the middle section of the<br />
track (the piece of track that cuts across the middle of the park). There<br />
are residents who like to work out or walk there at night and this will offer<br />
additional safety for those folks.<br />
Come Join the July 4Th Parade<br />
The <strong>Nottingham</strong> Country Mom’s Group is inviting all residents to attend<br />
its 2 nd Annual 4 th of July Parade. Bring your kiddos, grand-kiddos and/or<br />
your furry friends on a leash! Strollers, bikes, scooters and wagons are<br />
welcome. The parade will begin promptly at 9 AM from Rennie Park. Our<br />
wonderful area firefighters will lead the parade, which earned very high<br />
marks last year. Feel free to join the fun!<br />
Otherwise, moms interested in membership in the group can send an<br />
email to ncmomskaty@gmail.com.<br />
Due Diligence For Dogs<br />
Heavy sigh. This item will NOT win us any friends, but we are duty bound<br />
to speak the truth, so here goes.<br />
We have had a significant increase in animals (mostly dogs, but some<br />
cats) running loose in the neighborhood. If you are a pet owner, please<br />
be more responsible. Please have your pets chipped and be sure they are<br />
wearing collars with ID tags on them.<br />
There have been several incidents of residents being bitten by dogs over<br />
the last year; one was particularly serious. Dogs have also been bitten.<br />
We do understand that dogs are master escape artists, but do your best<br />
to contain them.<br />
We also continue to receive a flood of complaints about dogs who bark<br />
incessantly. One resident reports that in the four houses that surround<br />
hers, there are eight dogs who bark on a regular basis, at all hours of the<br />
day and night. People will leave their dogs outside barking endlessly, for<br />
30 minutes at a time or longer. No one wants to hear that. Please be more<br />
courteous to your neighbors.<br />
Finally, please use the Mutt Mitts that we provide at Rennie Park to<br />
pick up your dog’s excrement. Children shouldn’t have to worry about<br />
stepping in that when they’re playing. It’s obviously not sanitary.<br />
Unfortunately, there really isn’t anyone to call about this issue; city and<br />
county resources are overwhelmed with the abundance of stray animals<br />
in our city. That is why we are asking you to please be more responsible<br />
with your pets. We would hate to have a child seriously injured by a dog<br />
that should not be out roaming.<br />
Heavy Trash Mix-Up<br />
Again, we offer our sincere apologies for the Heavy Trash Day mix-up. For<br />
those of you who don’t know, we announced that Heavy Trash Day would<br />
be April 8 th at <strong>Nottingham</strong> Country Elementary (NCE), but the MCUD had<br />
it down for April 15 th so Best Trash was not there on April 8 th to pick up<br />
materials from residents.<br />
The HOA was alerted pretty early in the day and the decision was made<br />
to not accept materials, because Best Trash did not have the capacity to<br />
pick it all up on April 8 th . It certainly would not be very neighborly of us to<br />
leave a giant pile of trash for NCE to deal with Monday morning.<br />
Therefore, we asked KISD police and our Precinct 5 constables to inform<br />
residents of the situation as they arrived at NCE. Some residents were<br />
understanding, while others were not. We are sorry to report that some<br />
residents actually cursed at the officers who were simply there to do their<br />
jobs.<br />
We are asking residents to be more polite in the future. We understand<br />
that loading heavy trash is a job you want to do only once. But we are<br />
human and this was simply a miscommunication between the HOA and<br />
the MCUD. We have taken steps to ensure it does not happen again.<br />
Before the officers arrived to block off the lot, residents had just left a ton<br />
of trash on the lot. Best Trash was very gracious and came by to pick it up<br />
and we are surely grateful for their outstanding customer service.<br />
Summer Issues<br />
To quote Alice Cooper, school’s out for summer. Please be careful while<br />
driving around, as kids will be out and playing. We are sorry to say that<br />
we usually see an increase in vandalism to mailboxes, cars and garages<br />
during the summer. Therefore, please lock your vehicles and do not leave<br />
valuables in them.<br />
NCCIA Board of Directors<br />
NCCIA Delinquency Report<br />
Below is the current delinquency status of past due homeowner’s fees<br />
as of 4/17/17:<br />
Total amount outstanding is $89,802. Of that amount, 18 homeowners<br />
are past due for two or more years and owe a total of $41,139. Of course,<br />
the vast amount of that sum is due to past due fees, legal fees and<br />
bankruptcy fees. The breakdown of those 18 homeowners is as follows:<br />
• two homes have been abandoned and are awaiting foreclosure (one for<br />
over eight years now);<br />
• one home is under contract and will most likely be sold soon;<br />
• six homeowners are under Chapter 13 bankruptcy (several of these<br />
have been in and out of bankruptcy two or more times in the past few<br />
years). It should be noted that many individuals do not complete Chapter<br />
13 bankruptcy due to a number of factors. NCCIA will eventually recover<br />
those past due fees as they cannot be dismissed;<br />
• two are paying monthly installments;<br />
• NCCIA is filing suit against five homeowners;<br />
• we have filed a lien against one homeowner and<br />
• one will most likely be foreclosed upon due to a tax lien.<br />
Approximately 137 homeowners still owe just the <strong>2017</strong> fee plus late<br />
fees. That comprises the majority of the remaining $48,663 outstanding.<br />
Those homeowners recently received a certified letter as required by<br />
Texas law - at a cost of $47 - advising them that legal action will follow if<br />
payment is not made within 30 days.<br />
If you are a NEW homeowner to NC and you have an escrow account<br />
with your mortgage company, please note that mortgage companies<br />
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WILL NOT pay HOA fees. That is solely your responsibility, so it would<br />
behoove you to get it paid. If you wish to pay online, please go to www.<br />
nottinghamcountry.org, register for the site and you can make your<br />
payment. There is an additional fee for credit card payments but NOT<br />
debit cards. You can also call Nancy Callaway at SCS Management at 281-<br />
500-7132 if you have any questions regarding your account.<br />
NCCIA wishes to thank the 93% of NC homeowners that managed to<br />
budget $300 per year in order to pay the assessment on time! It should<br />
also be noted that we have one of the lowest annual HOA fees in Harris<br />
County. It would be great if the other 7% could pay on time as well.<br />
Don Mach, NCCIA President<br />
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Foreclosures in<br />
<strong>Nottingham</strong> Country<br />
The following is the current inventory of foreclosed homes in NC as of<br />
4/5/<strong>2017</strong>:<br />
ADDRESS<br />
OWNER<br />
20522 Hampshire Rocks Pacific Union Mortgage<br />
(Currently listed for sale)<br />
703 Houghton Bank of America (Under contract)<br />
1514 Hannington Foreclosure pending (NationStar Mortgage)<br />
603 Cranfield Ct. Foreclosure Pending. Mortgage lender TBD<br />
20211Cadogan Ct<br />
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(Currently listed for sale)<br />
We saw three NC homes foreclosed upon at the January <strong>2017</strong> foreclosure<br />
sale and one in March, <strong>2017</strong>.<br />
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March <strong>2017</strong> Security Report<br />
ACCIDENTS: 3<br />
ARREST: 4<br />
ASSAULT: 1<br />
BURGLARY MOTOR VEHICLE: 2<br />
BURGLARY OF RESIDENT: 2<br />
CRIMINAL MISCHIEF: 4<br />
DISTURBANCE: 12<br />
REPORTS: 23<br />
SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE/PERSON: 26<br />
THEFT: 1<br />
TRAFFIC CITATIONS: 48<br />
CALLS FOR SERVICE: 674<br />
Last month we received/on viewed 674 calls for service.<br />
Things have calmed down again.<br />
We had several burglaries last month. One burglary in particular was<br />
weird. It occurred around 8 PM at night. The resident was not home that<br />
particular night but his neighbors observed a suspicious truck parked in<br />
front of his house for like 30 minutes and then a midsize black car drives<br />
up and 3x people get out and go around back, the driver stayed in the<br />
car but the truck leaves. Forced entry was made on the back door and<br />
items stolen. The other burglary is a husband and wife going through<br />
divorce and husband went in the house and took the television and other<br />
items. (this call should have not been titled burglary, since they are not<br />
divorced yet).<br />
There was several BMV also. One complainant left before a report could<br />
be filed and has not returned any calls. The other one occurred on<br />
Ellingham where a vehicle was left unlocked and a camera was stolen.<br />
Sgt Laura Smith<br />
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A Message from Mason Creek<br />
Utility District (Mcud) Spring <strong>2017</strong><br />
By the time this arrives in your mailbox summer will have arrived or be<br />
merely weeks away. The annual community center open house was May<br />
21 st . Access was free for every resident and there were door prizes for<br />
those that signed up for their annual pool membership.<br />
Property values in our area continue to rise and interest in developing<br />
the last remaining vacant commercial tracts of land is showing promise.<br />
Construction for a new commercial building on the large tract of land<br />
located on Westgreen Boulevard, the former location of the golf driving<br />
range, will begin this summer. The property owners have funded a new<br />
sanitary lift station and water supply lines to serve the property and<br />
Mason Creek U.D. will begin construction of those utilities during the<br />
second quarter of this year.<br />
Mason Creek U.D.’s access to water is provided under a permit held by<br />
the City of Houston (COH). The COH has consistently decreased the<br />
maximum allowable pumping rates in recent years in response to a State<br />
of Texas mandate to reduce groundwater pumping by as much as 30%<br />
by year 2020.<br />
The district’s minimum monthly sewer charge will be increasing in <strong>June</strong><br />
<strong>2017</strong> from $20 to $20.40. For each 1,000 gallons of water used over the<br />
3,000 gallons minimum during the billing period, the sewer rate will<br />
increase by .04 cents for the first tier and .06 cents for the highest tier<br />
(more than 20,000 gallons). While this small increase is in part a response<br />
to meeting requirements set out by the City of Houston, the infrastructure<br />
of our district is now exceeding 40 years in age, failing frequently and<br />
creating some very significant costs to repair and replace failed systems.<br />
Underground water is increasingly becoming a scarce natural resource<br />
and expensive to access. Mason Creek U.D. has begun to study and<br />
evaluate options for implementing a network of water reuse and recycle<br />
systems to serve the public road esplanades, parks, green spaces and<br />
even our neighboring communities to help reduce the demand on our<br />
regional water tables. This will be a long term project that will potentially<br />
take many years to implement and construct. Last year MCUD began a<br />
new initiative to increase the awareness of water conservation within<br />
the community offering a free inspection of residential irrigation systems<br />
and providing free moisture-sensing devices that turn-off irrigation when<br />
it rains. The district has continued to provide this no cost service to the<br />
community. For more details on how to participate visit www.mcud.com/<br />
conservation_irrigation.php or call our district office.<br />
In addition to sanitary sewer and water services, Mason Creek U.D. also<br />
provides for streetlights in the community and solid waste collection.<br />
Each month, the residents of the district set out an estimated 40 tons of<br />
recyclable material to be separated in a local recycle collection center<br />
and ultimately repurposed into other products. If you need a second<br />
container, a larger container or a replacement container please contact<br />
the district office at 281-578-7272 or email at directors@mcud.com for<br />
more information or help.<br />
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In the past months, we have seen an increase an increase in criminal<br />
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increase in this activity. With neighbors helping neighbors, we encourage<br />
all residents to report any suspicious activity in our neighborhood.<br />
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and receive Lost/Found Pet Alerts, Local Events, as well as, Safety and<br />
Security Alerts that effect us all. Notices of important events and security<br />
issues are sent out via our E-Blast network. If you are already a member,<br />
thanks for being an active member to our community.<br />
We have an extensive membership of residents and neighbors in<br />
<strong>Nottingham</strong> and the surrounding areas that can provide current<br />
information about dangerous situations. Any alerts from our Constables<br />
Office can be posted on www.nottinghamcounty.org giving our residents<br />
firsthand knowledge of what’s going on around the corner or across the<br />
entire area.<br />
Again, it’s worth repeating: If there’s something you can’t find that should<br />
be there, please send an email to: Webmaster@<strong>Nottingham</strong>Country.org.<br />
If possible, we’ll include that information or make it easier to find. Your<br />
input is very valuable to our community.<br />
Our Lost Pets section remains to be a popular section where residents<br />
can post photos and descriptions of their lost pets or pets they have<br />
found and are trying to find the owner. We have helped to reunite many<br />
owners with their beloved pets - that is truly a gratifying feeling for all. If<br />
you lose a pet or find a lost pet, please post a photo on our website www.<br />
nottinghamcounty.org and click on the Lost-Found Pets link at the top<br />
of the page - a photo makes a big difference and the quicker, the better.<br />
We reunite a lot of pets each year thanks to our observant and caring<br />
residents. In the month of May we posted 6 lost/found pets and reunited<br />
several them. That’s what makes it all worth it.<br />
As always, please remember our constables who keep us safe and our<br />
service men and women who protect our freedom.<br />
We have a great Constable’s department here in <strong>Nottingham</strong>. If you see<br />
an officer when out and about in our community, please let them know<br />
you appreciate them.<br />
Thank you for making our community a better place by your interest and<br />
participation.<br />
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6 <strong>June</strong> <strong>2017</strong> | <strong>Nottingham</strong> Country
Date: _________________________<br />
NOTTINGHAM COUNTRY COMMUNITY<br />
Improvement Association, Inc.<br />
DEED RESTRICTION COMMITTEE COMPLAINT FORM<br />
SCS Management Services<br />
7170 Cherry Park Drive<br />
Houston, Texas 77095<br />
*COMPLAINT - COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:<br />
Name of Resident: __________________________________________________________________________________________<br />
(If Known)<br />
Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />
Section: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />
Violation: __________________________________________________________________________________________________<br />
NOTTINGHAM COUNTRY GARDEN CLUB (NCGC)<br />
Monthly meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month from September through May. We welcome all people interested in gardening and<br />
gardening related topics. We serve the West Houston and Katy areas. You do not have to live in the <strong>Nottingham</strong> Country neighborhood to belong to our<br />
group! NCGC is a non-profit organization affiliated with the Houston Federation of Garden Clubs, the Texas State Garden Clubs and the National Garden<br />
Clubs. The purpose of the club is to promote the beautification of our community, support local and national educational and civic organizations and<br />
educate the community about our environment. Donations from the NCGC are funded by various projects throughout the year.<br />
Meet and greet time begins at 9:30 AM and the program will begin at 10 AM, followed by the NCGC business meeting. Please join us at the Municipal<br />
Utility Building #81 at 805 Hidden Canyon Drive, Katy, 77450. For more information see our website: www.nottinghamgardenclub.org.<br />
HOW TO ADDRESS THE BOARD DIRECTLY<br />
The monthly meetings of the Board of Directors are held on the second<br />
Thursday, at 6:30 PM at the Mason Creek Community Center Houghton<br />
Room. The facility is located at the corner of Houghton and Kingsland.<br />
All members are welcome to attend the meetings. However, due to time<br />
constraints, we cannot allow audience members to speak at the meeting<br />
unless they contact us ahead of time and get put on the agenda. As much<br />
as I dislike telling that to someone who has taken the time out of his<br />
or her schedule to come to the meeting with a concern, I must respect<br />
the time of the volunteers on the Board as well. To get on the agenda,<br />
simply call SCS Management Services, Inc. at 281-463-1777, ext. 7132. Of<br />
course, you may also feel free to put your concerns in writing to any other<br />
Board member or me, via e-mail (our addresses are on the website at<br />
nottinghamcountry.org). Additionally, our snail mail address is:<br />
SCS Management Services<br />
7170 Cherry Park Drive<br />
Houston, TX 77095<br />
281-463-1777, ext. 7132<br />
Email: Nancy Callaway - ncallaway@scsmgmt.com<br />
NOTTINGHAM COUNTRY MOM’S GROUP<br />
We are wishing everyone happy seasons ahead. We have loved seeing<br />
so many new faces at our play dates, MNOs and on our secret Facebook<br />
group. Every month our group gets together for a variety of scheduled<br />
fun activities along with impromptu meet-ups at the park. If you are a new<br />
or veteran <strong>Nottingham</strong> Country mom and haven’t joined our group we<br />
hope to see you soon, please contact us via email ncmomskaty@gmail.<br />
com. Have a fabulous month from The <strong>Nottingham</strong> Country Moms’ Group.<br />
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Teenage Job Seekers<br />
If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the<br />
teenage job seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www.<br />
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your name, birthdate (mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate<br />
and the name of your newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you<br />
want on your form. Please make sure your email is correct, we send<br />
emails in the summer to make sure all the info is still good and that you<br />
want to stay on the list. If we do not hear back from you after 3 tries, we<br />
will remove you from the list until we do. Must have parent(s) permission.<br />
DISCLAIMER: Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible<br />
for those listed on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check<br />
out references if you do not personally know those listed. This is just a<br />
list of teenagers from the subdivision who wish to find part time jobs.<br />
Responsibility for any work done by these teenagers is between those<br />
seeking helpers and the teens and their parents.<br />
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8 <strong>June</strong> <strong>2017</strong> | <strong>Nottingham</strong> Country
Featured Recipes<br />
Share your recipes send them to recipes@krenekprinting.com<br />
Father’s Day<br />
<strong>June</strong> 18th<br />
GRAMPA DAVE’S TEXAS BAR-B-QUE SAUCE<br />
2 tablespoons butter<br />
1 medium onion, finely chopped<br />
2 garlic, minced<br />
1/2 cup orange juice<br />
1 cup cider vinegar<br />
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice<br />
2 slices lemon<br />
1 cup real maple syrup<br />
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce<br />
2 cups ketchup<br />
1/4 cup molasses<br />
1/4 cup brown sugar<br />
2 tablespoons dry mustard<br />
1 teaspoon salt<br />
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes<br />
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin<br />
1/2 teaspoon paprika<br />
DIRECTIONS:<br />
Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir<br />
until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the orange juice, cider vinegar, lemon juice, lemon<br />
slices, maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, molasses and brown sugar. Season with<br />
dry mustard, salt, red pepper flakes, cumin and paprika. Simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour.<br />
Remove lemon slices before using. Source: allrecipes.com, Submitted by: DPD1955<br />
PARTY BEANS<br />
1 1lb tube of regular or spicy Sausage<br />
(browned and drained)<br />
4 (15 to 16 oz cans different types of beans...<br />
Drain half liquid (dark red kidney, black beans,<br />
navy beans, pinto beans, etc.)<br />
1 (31 oz) can pork and beans ( Do not drain)<br />
½ cup brown sugar<br />
½ cup barbecue sauce<br />
½ cup ketchup<br />
½ large onion, chopped<br />
1 10oz can regular or<br />
spicy chopped tomatoes, drained<br />
1 teaspoon liquid smoke<br />
1 teaspoon mustard<br />
½ teaspoon salt<br />
½ teaspoon ground pepper<br />
6 to 8 strips bacon<br />
DIRECTIONS:<br />
Preheat oven to 350 . In a large skillet, brown the<br />
sausage, breaking it up into pieces as it cooks.<br />
When cooked through, remove from skillet and<br />
drain fat.<br />
In very large bowl, mix sausage and everything<br />
else except bacon. Transfer mixture to a 9x13 inch<br />
or other large baking pan. Place bacon strips on<br />
top and bake for 1 hour. If necessary, run under<br />
broiler to crisp bacon before serving. Makes 15<br />
servings.<br />
I have also put this mixture in a crockpot<br />
on low for 4 hours.<br />
Submitted by J Stults<br />
1 sheet (18x24”) heavy duty aluminum<br />
foil or Reynolds cooking packet<br />
4 ears corn-on-the-cob, husked<br />
1/4 cup butter, softened<br />
salt & pepper to taste<br />
OR<br />
seasoning salt<br />
2 ice cubes<br />
“HOBO” CORN ON THE COB<br />
DIRECTIONS:<br />
Preheat oven to 450° or build a medium-high grill in<br />
campfire or barbecue.<br />
Spread margarine on corn. Sprinkle with seasonings.<br />
Top with ice cubes. Place corn in aluminum foil.<br />
Double fold top and ends to seal making one large foil<br />
packet or place ingredients in an aluminum cooking<br />
bag and seal carefully. Leave room for heat circulation<br />
inside. Bake 35 to 40 minutes on a cookie sheet in<br />
oven or grill 15 to 20 minutes. Turn packet over once<br />
during cooking. Open carefully to avoid steam and<br />
enjoy.<br />
Source: www.fabulousfoods.com/<br />
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School News<br />
Have a fun<br />
and safe<br />
summer!<br />
KATY ISD<br />
WWW.KATYISD.ORG<br />
JUNE 1ST: EARLY DISMISSAL & LAST DAY OF SCHOOL<br />
KATY ISD SUMMER BAND CAMP<br />
The fifteenth annual summer band camp, offered to next year’s 7 th ,<br />
8 th and 9 th grade KISD band students, will be held at Tompkins High<br />
School from July 10 th to July 14 th . The camp will include daily section<br />
rehearsals, full band rehearsals and fun music based electives. Lunch is<br />
also part of the camp. The cost of the camp is $130 and will include a<br />
t-shirt if registered by <strong>June</strong> 5 th . All registrations after that date will need<br />
to include a late registration fee of $25 totaling $155. All registrations<br />
must be postmarked by Friday, <strong>June</strong> 23 rd . The camp concludes with the<br />
Grand Finale Concert on Friday morning at 9 AM. After the concert, those<br />
students wishing to extend the fun a little longer can join in the group’s<br />
optional trip to Typhoon Texas for an additional $35 (park admission,<br />
meal, bus transportation and drinks are included in price) for a total<br />
camp cost of $165 ($190 after <strong>June</strong> 5 th ). The KISD JH Summer Band Camp<br />
has been a huge success each year and we anticipate a large enrollment<br />
again this year.<br />
Camp participants will audition for summer band camp placement as<br />
soon as they arrive for the first day of camp. Students should prepare<br />
major scales and chromatic scales specific to the student’s instrument,<br />
as well as a band camp audition etude, which can be downloaded from<br />
the webpage below. Students will be ability grouped with the number of<br />
bands being determined by total enrollment for the camp. Registration<br />
Form, Audition materials and Travel/Emergency Treatment Consent<br />
Form can be downloaded by campers from the Katy ISD Fine Arts<br />
Webpage www.katyisd.org/dept/finearts. An email confirmation is sent<br />
out upon receipt of registration and follow up reminders from the camp<br />
coordinator will be sent before the camp begins, so make sure your email<br />
address is clearly printed on the registration form.<br />
The camp provides an economical and convenient alternative to those<br />
who may not have had a chance to attend another band camp over the<br />
summer due to scheduling and/or costs. Participants will receive top<br />
quality instruction on their instruments from our own great KISD and<br />
Houston area Band Directors. Join us for the fifteenth annual Katy ISD<br />
Junior High Summer Band Camp and keep your playing skills sharp for<br />
the year! Camp brochures, with the registration form, will be distributed<br />
to KISD band students by their schools’ directors. Camp brochures can<br />
also be downloaded from the Katy ISD Fine Arts webpage above. Plan<br />
to register early in order to guarantee a spot! Again, registrations must<br />
be postmarked by Friday, <strong>June</strong> 23 rd . If you have already registered and<br />
have not received your confirmation email, contact kisdbandcamp17@<br />
gmail.com to make sure your registration has been received.<br />
JUNE <strong>2017</strong> TAKS EXIT LEVEL RE-TEST<br />
Students who did not meet the passing standard on sections of the<br />
Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) Exit Level will have the<br />
opportunity to retake the necessary subject tests in <strong>June</strong> <strong>2017</strong>.<br />
Students currently enrolled in school who need to retest are automatically<br />
registered; however, those who are out of school need to register online<br />
by 5 PM(CT), May 26 th by accessing the website at www.TexasAssessment.<br />
com/taksoos. Those wishing to take the exam and missed the online<br />
registration can continue to register at a participating campus on the<br />
day of testing, if the campus can accommodate them. Additionally,<br />
they should arrive at the test site 30 minutes before the designated start<br />
time of 7:30 AM. A picture identification, such as driver’s license, DPS ID,<br />
military ID, school ID or resident alien card must be presented to test.<br />
The <strong>2017</strong> <strong>June</strong> online TAKS tests will be administered on the following<br />
dates:<br />
<strong>June</strong> 19, <strong>2017</strong> English Language Art<br />
<strong>June</strong> 20, <strong>2017</strong> Mathematics<br />
<strong>June</strong> 21, <strong>2017</strong> Science<br />
<strong>June</strong> 22, <strong>2017</strong> Social Studies<br />
Katy ISD is offering the <strong>June</strong> Exit Level retest at Taylor High School<br />
located at 20700 Kingsland Blvd. For additional information, contact Dr.<br />
Christy Gregory in the Katy ISD Department of Research, Assessment and<br />
Accountability at 281-396-2128.<br />
10 <strong>June</strong> <strong>2017</strong> | <strong>Nottingham</strong> Country
KATY ISD NAMED<br />
“BEST COMMUNITIES FOR MUSIC EDUCATION”<br />
Katy Independent School District has again received the “Best<br />
Communities for Music Education” designation from the National<br />
Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation for its outstanding<br />
commitment to music education for the 14 th year. Katy ISD is one of 4%<br />
of school districts across the nation to receive this prestigious award.<br />
Katy ISD is leading the way with music learning opportunities as outlined<br />
in the federal education legislation, Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).<br />
The District understands the importance of providing music education as<br />
part of the curriculum and knows the vital role music plays in the overall<br />
success of students in school and in life. The Best Communities for<br />
Music Education designation honors school districts that demonstrate<br />
outstanding achievement in their efforts to provide music access and<br />
education to all students.<br />
Private & Pre-Schools<br />
LITTLE RANCH PRESCHOOL<br />
6655 S Mason Rd., Katy, Texas 77450<br />
Do you know someone who is still looking for a Preschool for the <strong>2017</strong>-<br />
2018 school year? Tell them about Little Ranch Preschool! There are still<br />
spaces available. Visit our website to register, www.littleranchpreschool.<br />
org or email lrp@crcoc.org. Phone 832-290-1887.<br />
TEXAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL<br />
IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION<br />
Texas Christian School has been educating infants-12 th grade for over<br />
25 years. Due to the school’s increase in enrollment, a new building is<br />
being built to house more students as well as have additional gym space,<br />
workout facility and more. Texas Christian School is excited to begin<br />
this major project as they continue to educate and inspire the leaders<br />
of tomorrow. The school is still accepting donations towards the facility.<br />
To donate please call or come by for a tour of the campus and join the<br />
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Scouting News<br />
BROWNIE GS TROOP OPENINGS<br />
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Troop 128006, a Katy wide 2 nd Grade Brownie Girl Scout<br />
Troop, has opening for 2 nd grade girls. We welcome new to GS,<br />
returning & existing 2 nd grade Girl Scouts.<br />
Meetings: Every other Monday, 6:30-8 PM, 20000 Franz Road<br />
area. Contact Lee at gstroop128006@gmail.com for more<br />
information.<br />
HOMESCHOOL PACK 164<br />
Cub Scouts is a fun way to teach boys about character, respect,<br />
responsibility and many other traits. Pack 164 is a Christian,<br />
home school Cub Scout Pack that services the Greater West<br />
Houston/Katy area. Pack 164 promotes service to God, to<br />
country and to others.<br />
If you are interested and your son is entering 1 st through 5 th<br />
grade, please contact Jack M. Jones at 281-558-5722.<br />
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Sports<br />
KATY YMCA<br />
Katy YMCA Summer Program Registration is NOW in progress. Limited<br />
Space available. Plan ahead so your child doesn’t miss out on summer<br />
fun! Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or check out our website:<br />
ymcahouston.org/katy.<br />
SUMMER DAY CAMP: Ages 6-12. No one does camp like the Y! Held at the<br />
YMCA’s 220 acre Camp Cinco, located behind Creech Elementary. Drop off as<br />
early as 7 AM, pick up as late as 6:30 PM. Swimming, field trips, rock wall, ropes<br />
course, zip line, archery, nature trails and more. Reserve your space today!<br />
YMCA CAMP CULLEN - SUMMER OVERNIGHT CAMP: Ages 7-17. Held<br />
at the YMCA’s premier facility in Trinity, Texas, campers will enjoy<br />
nature exploration, creative arts, fishing, hiking, horseback riding,<br />
spiritual development, sports, adventure courses and more! Visit www.<br />
ymcacampcullen.org for more information. Space is still available for<br />
weeks later this summer.<br />
SWIM LESSONS: The Y has been teaching swim lessons for over 100<br />
years! All ages and ability levels welcome. Morning, evening, group and<br />
private sessions available.<br />
SUMMER SPORTS & SPECIALTY CAMPS: Basketball, NFL Flag Football,<br />
Soccer, Volleyball, Tennis, Cheer, Dance, STEM and Lego Engineering<br />
camps are offered for ages 6-14. These camps are available various<br />
weeks throughout the summer and focus on a child’s specific interest.<br />
YMCA CHILD CARE <strong>2017</strong>-18 REGISTRATION: Child Care provided at<br />
most Katy ISD elementary schools until 6:30 PM. Some schools offer<br />
both before and after school care. Please call or check online for specific<br />
school offerings and prices.<br />
AHFC SOCCER SUMMER CAMP SERIES <strong>2017</strong><br />
AHFC is pleased to offer the Summer Camp Series at multiple campuses<br />
in and around Houston. The club invites all interested players to the<br />
Canes Fundamental Camp (Ages 5-9) or the Canes Skills & Drills Camp<br />
(Ages 10-16). Please visit albionhurricanes.org to register and for more<br />
details about each particular campus. The camps will be offered in New<br />
Territory, Cy-Fair and Katy locations. All information can be found under<br />
“Camps” at albionhurricanes.org.<br />
KATY AREA<br />
RUNNING CLUB<br />
The Katy Area Running Club is a<br />
501(c)3 non-profit corporation<br />
which exists to serve people living<br />
in and around Katy, Texas who<br />
have an interest in running. We<br />
are a community of people of all<br />
ages, backgrounds, heritages and abilities who share a common interest -<br />
running! Our focus is on group runs, having fun, socializing and sharing our<br />
knowledge and experience with our members and the public. We welcome<br />
all who are interested in joining us. We have a full calendar of runs, events<br />
and socials. We hold group runs every Saturday morning at the Sergeant<br />
Hatch Sports Park off the south I-10 feeder road just east of Barker Cypress<br />
Rd. On Tuesdays (5 AM and 6:30 PM) we meet at the Cinco Ranch Junior<br />
High Track for speedwork and on Thursday (6:30 PM) we meet at Crosspoint<br />
Community Church for tempo runs of various distances and paces. To find<br />
out more and to join our club, visit www.KatyAreaRunningClub.com.<br />
TENNIS ORGANIZATION FOR THE KATY AREA<br />
Katy Area Tennis (KAT) is the newest, non-profit tennis organization<br />
meeting the needs of all tennis players in the Katy area. Our goal is to<br />
provide a wide range of programming for tennis players as well as to<br />
promote the game in the Katy area. Registration is currently open for a<br />
variety of leagues, ladders and tournaments that include singles, doubles<br />
and mixed doubles for all ages and skill levels. For more information,<br />
visit our website at http://katyareatennis.org.<br />
TRACK HOUSTON • YOUTH TRACK CLUB<br />
Track Houston is the nation’s largest and most successful youth track<br />
and field organization. Our goal is to assist interested boys and girls ages<br />
6 to18 years old in improving their physical fitness and mental stamina.<br />
We have multiple practice sites in the Greater Houston area including<br />
McMeans Junior High School in Katy and Cypress Lakes High School in<br />
Cypress. Visit www.trackhouston.com to register for a location near you.<br />
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KATY CANOE & KAYAK CLUB (KC/KC)<br />
Established March of 2014 (Over 200 Members). Never paddled before,<br />
that’s okay too! We don’t own a store, don’t purchase anything yet! Join<br />
our meetings and we can answer your questions and/or assist you in<br />
trying out new gear and equipment. KC/KC is a non-profit organization<br />
with major Sponsors. Must be at least 21 years of age to join. LIFE VEST/<br />
PFD IS A MUST! We meet every 3 rd Wednesday of each month at 24638<br />
Kingsland Blvd., Katy TX 77494 (Manta Ray Enterprises, Inc.), 7-9 PM.<br />
For more information, call Philip at 713-826-5705 or 281-782-7252.<br />
“Remember-Think Safe, Paddle Safe”<br />
NETBALL CLUBS<br />
Katy Swifts Netball Club invites people to come and learn about netball<br />
and have some fun playing a great team sport. Open to everyone from<br />
eight years and up including adults. Contact katynetball@netballamerica<br />
for further information.<br />
Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men and youth to join in, play<br />
and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British School of Houston.<br />
Contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for further information.<br />
You can also “like” the Texas Netball Association on Facebook to see<br />
regular announcements about netball in the Lonestar State! Also visit<br />
netballamerica.com for general information about netball in America.<br />
WOMEN’S FLAT TRACK ROLLER DERBY<br />
Southwest Houston’s own brand new women’s flat track roller derby<br />
team is now forming. This isn’t the old school roller derby you’ve seen in<br />
the past. We train derby athletes to compete according to the rules and<br />
guidelines set forth by WFTDA, the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association.<br />
We are actively recruiting skaters, referees and volunteers. Skaters must<br />
be female and 18 or older. Referees and volunteers must be 18 or older.<br />
Email us at yellowrosederbygirls@yahoo.com for more information. You<br />
can also find us at www.yellowrosederbygirls.com and on Facebook. Join<br />
up now to become an integral part in founding and building our league.<br />
VOLLEYBALL<br />
Please contact Dean at volleyballkaty@yahoo.com if you are interested in<br />
playing volleyball. You must be at least 18 years old and be able to play at<br />
intermediate level. We play at different locations in and around Katy area.<br />
KATY RUGBY CLUB<br />
Want to learn the newest Olympic Sport - Rugby? All ages welcome - boys<br />
& girls, Training every Sunday 2-4 PM at Cinco Ranch High School, For<br />
more information, please visit www.katyrugbyclub.com.<br />
KATY CAVALIER LACROSSE CLUB<br />
The Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club invites you to come and see what Lacrosse<br />
is all about. Join us as we continue to bring one of the fastest growing<br />
team sports in the United States to the youth of Katy. Katy Cavalier<br />
Lacrosse Club offers lacrosse for boys and girls from Kindergarten thru<br />
High School. No experience needed. For more information visit our<br />
website, www.katycavalierlacrosse.org.<br />
Did you play Lacrosse in college, coached lacrosse or just love the sport?<br />
We are looking for Coaches for boys and girls. Please contact us for more<br />
information if you would like to volunteer and be a part of the Katy<br />
Cavalier Lacrosse Club, 281-942-8822.<br />
WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE<br />
Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite<br />
you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our<br />
purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun<br />
while improving golfing skills. For more information, contact the Pro<br />
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Summer Activities<br />
- VBS & Camps<br />
Craft Shows • Festivals •<br />
Community Events<br />
LIVING WORD CHURCH VBS<br />
Join us for the best week of the summer at Living Word Church’s Vacation<br />
Bible School. Enjoy the “Maker Fun Factory” where kids learn they are<br />
created by God and built for a purpose. A week filled with new friends,<br />
amazing experiments, creative games, lip-smacking snacks, surprising<br />
adventures and incredible music. For children that are ages 4 through<br />
those going into grade 6 at Living Word Church, 16607 Clay Road,<br />
Houston TX 77084, just west of Highway 6. The fun begins <strong>June</strong> 12 th -<br />
16 th , 6:30-8:30 PM and <strong>June</strong> 18 th , 9-11:45 AM. $5 per student. Discounts<br />
available. Register at www.LivingWord.Church. Call 281-500-8913 for<br />
more information.<br />
BEAR CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH VBS<br />
Join us this summer for Galactic Starveyors. Your child won’t want to miss<br />
this fun-filled week of Vacation Bible School. As they search the visible for<br />
the invisible, they will enjoy games, crafts, snacks and adventure.<br />
The voyage begins <strong>June</strong> 12 th -16 th from 9 AM-12:30 PM. Children who have<br />
completed kindergarten-5 th grade during the 2016-17 school year are<br />
eligible to attend. Registration starts online at http://bearcreekchurch.<br />
tv/children or in the Bear Creek Baptist Church lobby on May 7 th . Please<br />
contact Kim Goodall at 281-859-9900 or kim.goodall@bcstaff.org if you<br />
have questions. Bear Creek Baptist Church is located at 5901 N. Fry Road<br />
in Katy near the corner of Fry Road and West Little York.<br />
VBS AT CINCO RANCH CHURCH OF CHRIST<br />
<strong>June</strong> 12 th -15 th<br />
6655 S Mason Rd., Katy, Texas 77450<br />
281-579-3100 - www.crcoc.org<br />
Current 4 year olds - Grade 5<br />
JOIN THE FUN!!! ENROLL NOW FOR<br />
THE ARC OF KATY SUMMER CAMP<br />
The Arc of Katy is currently taking applications for three Summer<br />
Camp sessions for students and adults with IDD, ages 16 and up. Camp<br />
will be held Monday through Friday, weekly, from 8 AM until 3 PM at<br />
Cornerstone Evangelical Presbyterian Church (located at 1351 S Mason<br />
Rd, Katy, Texas 77450.)<br />
Session 1: <strong>June</strong> 5-<strong>June</strong> 30, <strong>2017</strong><br />
Session 2: July 3-July 28, <strong>2017</strong><br />
Session 3: July 31-August 17, <strong>2017</strong><br />
Each session will include a variety of fun activities including excursions,<br />
crafts, life skills, games and much more. Camp cost is $35 per day and<br />
camper must be a current member of The Arc of Katy to participate.<br />
Campers will bring a snack and lunch most days and will receive an Arc<br />
of Katy t-shirt. For more information and registration, please visit www.<br />
thearcofkaty.org.<br />
ARTS FULSHEAR SUMMER <strong>2017</strong> ART,<br />
THEATER & DANCE CAMPS!<br />
Registration is open for art and theater classes, beginning <strong>June</strong> 5, <strong>2017</strong>.<br />
Contact: Marcia Simmons, Executive Director, info@artsfulshear.org<br />
Arts Fulshear’s <strong>2017</strong> Summer Camps engage your student with a variety<br />
of classes incorporating art, theater and dance in fun and exciting ways!<br />
Come with us to secret pirate islands and colorful downtown streets, into<br />
the great outdoors and inside the pages of comic books! Arts Fulshear<br />
offers art, theater and dance classes and camps for children, community<br />
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theater events for adults and local art events for everyone. Visit our<br />
website at https://artsfulshear.org.<br />
Wonderful & Wacky Summer Fun<br />
<strong>June</strong> 5 th -9 th , 1-4 PM, ages 5-11, $215<br />
Cross Creek Ranch Community Center<br />
Pirate Island<br />
<strong>June</strong> 12 th -16 th , 1:30-4:30 PM, ages 5-11, $215<br />
Irene Stern Community Center, Fulshear<br />
Summer Theater Production - Into the Woods<br />
<strong>June</strong> 12 th -29 th , 10 AM-1 PM, ages 8-16, $400<br />
Leaman Junior High School<br />
Around the Campfire<br />
<strong>June</strong> 19 th -23 rd , 1:30-4:30 PM, ages 5-11, $215<br />
Irene Stern Community Center<br />
Caped Crusaders<br />
<strong>June</strong> 26 th -30 th , 1:30-4:30 PM, ages 5-11, $215<br />
Irene Stern Community Center<br />
Comic Creations<br />
July 5 th -7 th , 1-4 PM, ages 8-12, $125<br />
Cross Creek Ranch Community Center<br />
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July 31 st -August 4 th , 1:30-4:30 PM, ages 7-14, $215<br />
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STAGEWORKS THEATRE SUMMER CAMPS<br />
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The Stageworks Theatre Acting Academy’s <strong>2017</strong> Summer Camps are<br />
open for enrollment. Summers at our Acting Academy are a blast! We<br />
have performance and skill-based classes for all ages and all levels<br />
of experience. If you’d like to discuss what classes are best for your<br />
performer, contact us via email or at 281-587-6100. We’re happy to help<br />
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Visit www.stageworkshouston.org/summer-<strong>2017</strong> for more information.<br />
PERFORMANCE CAMPS<br />
• Fantastic Mr. Fox: Ages 6-14, <strong>June</strong> 5 th -16 th , 9 AM-4 PM, cost $300<br />
Performances are <strong>June</strong> 15 th at 7 PM and <strong>June</strong> 16 th at 10 AM and 3 PM<br />
• Disney’s Aladdin JR: Ages 6-14, <strong>June</strong> 19 th -July 7 th , 9 AM-4 PM, cost $450<br />
Performances are July 6 th at 7 PM and July 7 th at 10 AM and 3 PM<br />
• Fame the Musical, JR: Ages 11-14, July 10 th -28 th , 9:30 AM-4:30 PM, cost<br />
$450<br />
Performances are July 27 th at 7 PM and July 28 th at 10 AM and 3 PM<br />
• Pirates! Theadus Thud and the Quest for Weird Beard: Ages 6-14,<br />
July 24 th -Aug. 4 th , 8:30 AM-3:30 PM, cost $300<br />
Performances are Aug. 3 rd at 7 PM and Aug. 4 th at 10 AM and 3 PM<br />
• Marvelous Land of Oz: Ages 6-14, July 24 th -Aug. 11 th , 9:30 AM-4:30 PM,<br />
cost $450<br />
Performances are Aug. 10 th at 7 PM and Aug. 11 th at 10 AM and 3 PM<br />
• Into the Woods JR: Ages 11-18, <strong>June</strong> 5 th -23 rd , 10 AM-5 PM, cost $450<br />
Performances are <strong>June</strong> 22 nd at 7 PM and <strong>June</strong> 23 rd at 10 AM and 3 PM<br />
• Game of Tiaras: Ages 13-18, July 10 th -21 st , 10 AM-5 PM, cost $300<br />
Performances are July 20 th at 7 PM and July 21 st at 10 AM and 3 PM<br />
• Rent School Edition: Ages 13-18, July 31 st -Aug. 18 th , 10 AM-5 PM, cost $450<br />
Performances are Aug. 17 th at 7 PM and Aug. 18 th at 10 AM and 3 PM<br />
ONE-WEEK CAMPS<br />
• Light Saber Lodge: Ages 8-16, <strong>June</strong> 5 th -9 th , 8:30-11:30 AM (Ages 8-11)<br />
and 1-4 PM (Ages 12-16), cost $125<br />
• Muggles 101: Ages 5-14, <strong>June</strong> 12 th -16 th , 8:30-11:30 AM or 1-4 PM, cost<br />
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• Hogwarts: School of Stagecraft & Wizardry: Ages 9-14, <strong>June</strong> 19 th -23 rd ,<br />
8:30 AM-3:30 PM, cost $175<br />
• Hamilton: Rise Up and Sing: Ages 10-16, <strong>June</strong> 26 th -30 th , 8:30-11:30 AM<br />
(Ages 10-12) and 1-4 PM (Ages 13-16), cost $125<br />
• Defying Gravity: Ages 5-14, July 5 th -7 th , 8:30-11:30 AM or 1-4 PM, cost<br />
$75<br />
• No Troll Left Behind: Ages 4-14, July 17 th -21 st , 8:30-11:30 AM or 1-4 PM,<br />
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• Fantastic Beast Creature Creation: Ages 8-16, July 31 st -Aug. 4 th , 9<br />
AM-4 PM, cost $175<br />
• Disney Mashup: Ages 4-14, Aug. 7 th -11 th , 8:30-11:30 AM or 1-4 PM, cost<br />
$125<br />
• Royal Dance Academy: Ages 4-10, Aug. 14 th -18 th , 8:30-11:30 AM, cost<br />
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SUMMER ARTS CAMP <strong>2017</strong> FOR KIDS<br />
July 18 th -July 21 st<br />
For students K-5 th grade. Registration ends July 3 rd . From 9 AM to Noon,<br />
kids will discover the excitement of music, dance, visual art and drama in<br />
a Christian environment with this four-day intensive camp, led by skilled<br />
mentors. For more information, contact First Fulshear at 281-346-1416.<br />
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SERVE HIM SUMMER TENNIS<br />
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Camp Haven 252: July 12 th -15 th , Grades 2 - 5<br />
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Summer Camps<br />
Looking for just the right summer camp for your son or daughter? Below<br />
is a list of camps in Texas, and there is something for everyone!<br />
ALL GIRLS CAMP - CAMP LANTERN CREEK<br />
Montgomery, Texas • 936-597-8225 • camplanterncreek.com<br />
All Girls Camp, ages 7-16<br />
Lantern Creek is an overnight camp for girls ages 7-17 located in the<br />
piney woods of Montgomery,Texas. We have gone beyond the traditional<br />
rules for what summer camp “should” be and developed unexpected,<br />
wide-ranging activities with a common theme: fostering self-confidence<br />
and creative thinking in girls. We nurture a diverse group of girls to feel<br />
that they can accomplish anything - or at least try. We celebrate both<br />
successes and great attempts.<br />
CAMP FOR CHILDREN WITH LEARNING<br />
DIFFERENCES - CHARIS HILLS CAMP<br />
Sunset, Texas • 940-964-2145 • charishills.org<br />
Coed Campers, Ages 7-18<br />
Charis Hills is a camp for children who learn differently. High Functioning<br />
Autism, ADD/HD, LD, Sensory Integration Disorder... etc. The program<br />
is designed to specifically meet the needs of the children we serve.<br />
Our goals are to teach the Bible in a way that allow our population to<br />
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“get it”, to provide an atmosphere that is uplifting and encouraging, to<br />
introduce campers to activities that will provide lifelong hobbies and<br />
recreational interests, and to provide campers with opportunities for<br />
social interaction with others who share similar issues in life. Charis is a<br />
Greek word for GRACE or ACCEPTANCE.<br />
VISTA CAMPS: CAMP RIO VISTA FOR BOYS<br />
CAMP SIERRA VISTA FOR GIRLS<br />
Ingram, Texas • 830-367-5353 • vistacamps.com<br />
Coed Campers, Ages 6-16<br />
Family owned and operated for three generations – Camp Rio Vista for<br />
boys and Camp Sierra Vista for girls – provide a safe, wholesome, funfilled,<br />
learning camp experience to every boy and girl. Giving children<br />
a summer filled with excitement, adventure, and the great outdoors.<br />
Campers join us on our brother/sister campgrounds for a fun-filled<br />
summer and become part of our Vista Family. Camp Rio Vista, established<br />
in 1921, is the oldest summer camp in the Southwest. Camp Sierra Vista<br />
was opened in 1982 giving a place for the sisters of our Rio Vista campers<br />
to come and enjoy our special family.<br />
HORSE LOVERS CAMP:<br />
HUNTER’S CHASE FARMS CAMP<br />
Wimberly, Texas • 512-842-2246 • hunterschasefarms.com<br />
Coed Campers, Ages 7-17<br />
Horse lovers dream camp. The main focus of our camps is bringing out or<br />
strengthening the love your child has for the horse. Our goal is to teach<br />
kids of all experience levels good horsemanship and safe riding skills both<br />
for the show ring and pleasure. The HCF 45+ acre ranchette is conveniently<br />
located in central Texas and provides a beautiful setting for us to share<br />
our knowledge about horses and their care. We believe our program is the<br />
best and your kids will develop life skills that will be with them for many<br />
years. HCF is our passion. We love what we do and know you will too!!<br />
ALL BOYS CAMP: CAMP STEWART FOR BOYS<br />
Hunt, Texas • 830-238-4670 • campsteward.com<br />
All Boys Campers, Ages 6-16<br />
Camp Stewart for Boys is a privately owned, Christian-oriented, nondenominational<br />
camp for boys ages six to sixteen. We are located in the<br />
heart of the famed Texas Hill Country, near headwaters of the Guadalupe<br />
River. “Don’t wait to be a Man to be Great, Be a Great Boy” is Stewart’s<br />
motto. The Philosophy of the camp and its leadership is to provide a<br />
camping experience which focuses on the total development of each boy<br />
as well as creating memorable adventures.<br />
ALL BOYS CAMP - TECABOCA:<br />
TEXAS CATHOLIC BOYS CAMP<br />
Mountain Home, Texas • 830-866-3425 • tecaboca.com<br />
All Boys Campers, 2nd-6th graders<br />
Fun and Friendship should define every summer camp. Add in the<br />
ingredient of our summer camp core values, and you have Tecaboca. The<br />
summer camp core values of Leadership, Honesty, Integrity, Humility,<br />
Fortitude, Loyalty, Obedience, and Spirit of Service is woven throughout<br />
everyday life at Camp. What you see when you are at Camp is a community<br />
working to enjoy the outdoors, laugh with each other, support each<br />
other, and learn to see God in everything - from the abundant nature<br />
surrounding us, to the interactions between individuals.<br />
YMCA CAMP<br />
CAMP FLAMING ARROW<br />
Hunt, Texas • 830-238-4631 • ymcasatx.org/campflamingarrow<br />
Coed Campers, Ages 6-16<br />
Our camp goal is to provide a summer camp experience rich in tradition<br />
centered on our core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and<br />
faith, and allowing campers to gain independence, a higher self-worth and<br />
life-long, positive memories. For instance, Pow Wow, our chapel time, is led<br />
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by an assigned cabin (teaching responsibility) and a lesson is taught about<br />
the value of the day (e.g. Monday is devoted to discussing the value of caring.)<br />
Our staff wear their value t-shirts daily to remind all campers what the<br />
emphasis is for that day. Even discipline is structured around our values: for<br />
instance, a time-out for being uncaring and disrespectful to a fellow camper.<br />
Activities are taught with the premise of respecting the safety rules and<br />
always having faith in yourself and others. Each evening is concluded with an<br />
in-cabin devotional, called Embers, which closes the day by reflecting on the<br />
daily value, daily activities and fellowship with cabin mates and counselors.<br />
These values transcend the camp session and supplement the values taught<br />
at home. The YMCA Ragger Program is also offered for those youth and staff<br />
who wish to be a part of a more spiritual self-growth program.<br />
CHRISTIAN CAMP / GLUTEN SENSITIVE CAMP<br />
OFFERED - GILMONT CAMP<br />
Gilmer, Texas • 903-797-6400 • gilmont.org<br />
Coed Campers, Ages 6-17<br />
Within the close community built around cabin groups and time spent learning<br />
and sharing, we ponder and practice what it means to Branch Out! Camp lasts<br />
only one week―but what campers take home can last a lifetime. Campers are<br />
reminded that they can take that camp-feeling with them everywhere they go<br />
because they are connected to one another and to God by Christ. The Bible<br />
stories in Branching Out encourage campers to use prayer, relationships,<br />
family, and more to stay connected throughout their lives.<br />
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMP<br />
CAMP BLESSING TEXAS<br />
Brenham, Texas • 281-259-5789 • campblessing.org<br />
Camp Blessing is a camp for children and young adults who have special<br />
needs and disabilities. It is a super fun loving environment with lots of<br />
great activities. It is a blessing to campers and volunteers alike.<br />
AQUATIC SCIENCE ADVENTURE CAMP<br />
AT TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY<br />
San Marcos, Texas • 512-245-2329 • www.eadrc.txstate.edu/camp<br />
Coed Campers, Ages 9-15<br />
During this week-long camp, campers will have the chance to learn<br />
through exploration and hands-on activities related to water and the<br />
environment. We believe in the power of experiential learning and selfdirected<br />
discovery. Whether it’s on a bug hunt in the creek, getting dirty<br />
in a cave, or reaching the top of the ropes course, all of our activities are<br />
designed to stimulate, challenge, and empower our campers and impart<br />
a lasting understanding of the world around them.<br />
ALL GIRLS CAMP<br />
HEART O’ THE HILLS CAMP<br />
Hunt, Texas • 830-238-4650 • hohcamp.com<br />
All girls campers, Ages 6-16<br />
Owned and operated by the Ragsdale family, Heart O’ the Hills is a private<br />
traditional summer camp for girls 6-16. Programming is designed to<br />
emphasize character building and intangibles – self confidence, teamwork,<br />
leadership, individual identity, grit and determination. Our 2-and 4-week<br />
overnight camp sessions offer more than 50 instruction oriented activitiestraditional,<br />
plus unusual-including English and western horseback riding,<br />
Red Cross swimming instruction, team and individual sports, archery,<br />
riflery, tennis, cooking, fencing, climbing, video, and wilderness survival.<br />
“The Heart” has friendly, competitive tribes and a tradition of etiquette.<br />
CHRISTIAN CAMP<br />
THE PINES CATHOLIC CAMP<br />
Big Sandy, Texas • 903-845-5834 • thepines.org<br />
Coed Campers, Grades 2nd-12th<br />
Summer camp at The Pines is all about Faith, Fun, and Friendship. Spiritual<br />
activities are sprinkled in with the fun throughout the day. We share the<br />
teachings of the Catholic Church in a refreshing and welcoming way in<br />
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the beautiful outdoors! The Pines is a traditional summer camp, and that<br />
means fun activities! Each day, campers will be able to participate in 3-4<br />
activities in addition to the other fun staples of camp that include a night<br />
game (capture the flag, the “Animal Game”, “Grannie’s Candies”, the “Spy<br />
Game”, and more), an all-camp Wednesday night dance, and a Friday<br />
full of messy activities with water balloons, shaving cream, and slime!<br />
Campers will build new, fulfilling, lasting friendships through shared<br />
faith and values which help to break down walls and create meaningful<br />
connections between campers.<br />
YMCA CAMP GRADY SPRUCE<br />
Graford, Texas • 214-319-9944 • campgradyspruce.org<br />
Coed Campers, Ages 7-16<br />
YMCA Camp Grady Spruce offers a wide variety of outdoor adventures led<br />
by trained and experienced leaders who guide children and teenagers<br />
in having an unforgettable experience embracing new and exciting<br />
adventures. Our mission: To deliver exceptional outdoor programs that<br />
inspire, build, and strengthen relationships with God, His creation and<br />
each other. To support our mission, we include our core values through<br />
our programming which are: Honesty, Caring, Respect, Responsibility.<br />
ALL BOYS MILITARY CAMP<br />
MARINE MILITARY ACADEMY SUMMER CAMP<br />
Harlingen, Texas • 956-423-6006 • summer-camp-mms.com<br />
All Boys Campers, Ages 12-18<br />
At Marine Military Academy, we work hard ... and play hard! Make the<br />
most of your son’s summer and enroll him in our four-week summer<br />
camp! At MMA Summer Camp, he’ll be in constant motion. Every day,<br />
he’ll participate in challenging but exciting outdoor activities that build<br />
discipline, teamwork and confidence. As your son has fun, he will also<br />
learn how to focus, problem solve and overcome your fears. No other<br />
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MO-RANCH SUMMER CAMP<br />
Hunt, Texas • 800-460-4401 • moranch.org<br />
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Our one-week sessions are action packed and designed to provide campers<br />
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Campers will grow in their faith in a Christian setting with Bible studies and<br />
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CHO-YEH SUMMER CAMP<br />
Livingston, Texas • 936-328-3200 • cho-yeh.org<br />
Coed Campers, Ages 6-16<br />
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Gainesville, Texas • 940-665-3800 • campkiowa.com<br />
Coed Campers, Ages 6-17<br />
With over 100 years of combined experience in youth education &<br />
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PINE COVE CHRISTIAN CAMP<br />
Columbus, Texas or Tyler, Texas • 877-474-6326 • pinecove.com<br />
Coed Campers, Grades 2nd - 12th<br />
Looking for the perfect youth summer camp for your child or teenager?<br />
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CAMP PENIEL<br />
Marble Falls, Texas • 830-693-2182 • camppeniel.org<br />
Coed Campers, Ages 8-18<br />
Camp Peniel, a place where God is known, and lives are changed. Be prepared<br />
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Christ. We operate as a non-denominational ministry. We believe that every<br />
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fun experienced and the rock solid Bible training received. Our mission is<br />
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CAMP CHAMPIONS GIRLS SUMMER CAMP<br />
Marble Falls, Texas • 830-598-2571 • campchampions.com<br />
Coed Campers, Ages 5-18<br />
A tradition of excellence since 1967, fantastic activities, and best-trained<br />
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confidence while they are at camp. And because there is an important<br />
niche in our community for every camper to fill, we are consistently told<br />
that our campers are free to discover “the best versions of themselves.”<br />
We are as committed to children and their growth as any institution or<br />
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SEA CAMP<br />
Galveston, Texas • 409-740-4759 • www.tamug.edu/seacamp<br />
Coed Campers, Ages 10-18 (Day camp for Ages 6-11)<br />
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KICKAPOO KAMP FOR GIRLS<br />
Kerrville, Texas • kickapoo.laura@gmail.com • kickapookamp.com<br />
Girls only Campers, Ages 7-17<br />
Kickapoo Kamp is a private residential girls summer camp located in<br />
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Limiting our enrollment to around 110 campers, ages 7 to 17, allows<br />
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Relationships develop among all ages not just within the camper’s own<br />
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Hunt, Texas • 830-966-6600 • lonehollow.com<br />
Coed Campers, Ages 7-16<br />
Where does tradition meet innovation in 21st century youth development?<br />
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<strong>June</strong> 2-4, <strong>2017</strong>: “Gingerbread Lady” by Neil Simon<br />
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July 14-16, <strong>2017</strong>: Don Zolidis’ “Empowered:<br />
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<strong>June</strong> 2 nd -3 rd - Compagnie XY. This is not to be missed! Twenty-two fierce<br />
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<strong>June</strong> 3 rd - The AIA Sandcastle Competition is a fund-raising event for<br />
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<strong>June</strong> 3 rd - Texas Folklife is proud to present the 28 th annual Accordion<br />
Kings & Queens! Come out for an evening of dancing and roots music,<br />
featuring the best of Texas accordion music genres, including conjunto,<br />
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<strong>June</strong> 3 rd - Caribbean Heritage Month Festival. Come out and celebrate<br />
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<strong>June</strong> 3 rd -4 th - Free Press Summer Fest. Houston’s biggest music festival<br />
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The eighth annual Free Press Summer Fest (FPSF) will take over Eleanor<br />
Tinsley Park on the banks of the Buffalo Bayou from 10:30 AM-10 PM both<br />
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<strong>June</strong> 4 th - On your mark, get set, go! Kids Duathlon at Burroughs Park is<br />
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<strong>June</strong> 4 th - The <strong>2017</strong> edition of the Houston Exotic Auto Festival &<br />
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<strong>June</strong> 5 th -11 th - Wine & Food Week <strong>2017</strong> is an all-inclusive, multi-day,<br />
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<strong>June</strong> 9 th - The City of Katy hosts Katy Summer Nights at Katy City Park<br />
beginning at 8 PM and usually runs till 11 PM, depending on the movie<br />
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<strong>June</strong> 10 th - Carnival Houston. Celebrating carnival from the Caribbean,<br />
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<strong>June</strong> 17 th -18 th - <strong>June</strong>teenth Fest at Emancipation Park. Houston’s<br />
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<strong>June</strong> 18 th -25 th - Pride Houston Festival and Parade. More than 300,000<br />
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chases Davy Jones’s heart. On <strong>June</strong> 16 th , a teenager is out to survive<br />
middle school. On <strong>June</strong> 23 rd , Lightning McQueen explores the town of<br />
Radiator Springs. Finally, on <strong>June</strong> 30 th , Lightning McQueen is back to<br />
compete in the World Grand Prix.<br />
• SUMMER READING PROGRAM - It’s that time of year again! Summer<br />
has arrived and with it the Summer Reading Program begins <strong>June</strong> 5 th .<br />
This year’s theme will be “Build a Better World.” There will be weekly<br />
story times, special programs and crafts for children of all ages. This year<br />
we will be using a point system with prizes including a sticker, magnet,<br />
book, medal and more! So this summer, join us! All programs are free.<br />
Monday, <strong>June</strong> 5 th , 1:30-3:30 PM: Marsha’s Petting Zoo<br />
Monday, <strong>June</strong> 12 th , 1:30 and 3 PM: Geebo the Clown<br />
Monday, <strong>June</strong> 19 th , 1:30 and 3 PM: Museum of Natural Science<br />
Monday, <strong>June</strong> 26 th , 1:30 PM: Books Alive: Big Chicken<br />
• ELEMENTARY BOOK CLUB - The library will be hosting a book club<br />
this year for children ages 7-10. Join us for activities and discussions on<br />
Wednesday, <strong>June</strong> 14 th at 3 PM as we read and talk about The Trumpet<br />
of the Swan by E.B. White. Then on Wednesday, <strong>June</strong> 28 th at 3 PM we<br />
will read and talk about Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett. Books will be<br />
available for pick up on <strong>June</strong> 1 st .<br />
• TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM - It’s that time of year again!<br />
Summer has arrived and with it the Summer Reading Program begins<br />
<strong>June</strong> 5 th . This year’s theme will be “Build a Better World.” Special<br />
teenage programs include various building challenges. Young adults who<br />
complete the summer reading program will receive a magnet, earbuds,<br />
medal and more! . So this summer, join us! All programs are free and<br />
begin at 3 PM.<br />
Thursday, <strong>June</strong> 8 th : Building Challenge- Food Structures<br />
Thursday, <strong>June</strong> 15 th : Paint Chip Skyline<br />
Thursday, <strong>June</strong> 22 nd : Build a Better Sushi Roll<br />
Thursday, <strong>June</strong> 29 th : 3D Printing with a movie<br />
• ADULT SUMMER READING PROGRAM - It’s that time of year again!<br />
Summer has arrived and with it the Summer Reading Program begins<br />
<strong>June</strong> 5 th . This year’s theme will be “Build a Better World.” Special<br />
programs include movies and computer classes. This year we will be<br />
using a point system with prizes including a magnet and more. At the<br />
library, read books in various genres and get entered in drawings for<br />
various gift baskets. Read books in 5 different genres and get entered<br />
into the drawing for our grand prize of various gift certificates and a<br />
Kindle. Come in and see what we have for you! Also, join us for our family<br />
summer reading programs.<br />
• BUILD A BETTER WORLD: FOOD DRIVE - This summer, we invite you<br />
to help us build a better world for those in our community. The library<br />
will be collecting nonperishable food and personal items throughout the<br />
summer for the Katy Christian Ministries Food Pantry. Come in at any<br />
time from <strong>June</strong> 1 st -August 5 th and place your donation in the cardboard<br />
box by the summer reading registration desk. Come help us build a better<br />
world for the less fortunate in our community.<br />
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• YOGA DEMONSTRATION - You asked for it, you got it! The library<br />
hosts classes twice a month. Yoga can be a very relaxing and centering<br />
exercise program. Join us on Saturdays, <strong>June</strong> 3 rd at 10 AM and <strong>June</strong> 17 th<br />
at 3 PM, as we learn about the benefits and basic how-to of yoga. Join us<br />
as we exercise our minds and bodies. Registration required.<br />
• TIMELESS TRAVELERS: TEXAS CAPITOL - Seniors 55+ are invited to join<br />
the library’s Timeless Travelers program for a trip to Austin to visit the<br />
Capitol building and the Harry Ransom Center. The bus will be departing<br />
for Austin on Monday, <strong>June</strong> 5 th at 8 AM. We will be touring the Capitol<br />
building followed by lunch at Schloz Garten. Finally, it is off for a tour<br />
of the Harry Ransom Center where highlights include a Gutenberg Bible,<br />
the very first photograph taken and more. This program is for senior<br />
adults only- no exceptions. Seating is extremely limited. Registration is<br />
required.<br />
• BUILD A BETTER WORLD: GET ORGANIZED! - Are you ready to improve<br />
YOUR world through organization? Join us on Tuesday, <strong>June</strong> 6 th at 7<br />
PM as Katy Home Organizers come and show us how it’s done. Learn to<br />
organize your whole life and build a better world for yourself.<br />
• CITIZENSHIP CLASS - Are you interested in becoming a U.S. citizen? The<br />
library will be hosting a citizenship class series on Mondays, at 6:30 PM.<br />
Topics for the class will include preparing for the citizenship interview,<br />
tips for demonstrating English ability during the interview and general<br />
knowledge of U.S. government and history. This class will continue<br />
to meet every Monday beginning <strong>June</strong> 12 th . In person registration is<br />
required. This class will be taught in English only.<br />
• DIY WORKSHOP: SCENTED CANDLES - Build a better smelling world!<br />
Join us on Tuesday, <strong>June</strong> 13 th at 2 PM as we make scented candles. We’ll<br />
provide everything you need to make a lovely smelling candle. Seating<br />
for this is extremely limited.<br />
• KATY MAKERSPACE - Did you know that the Katy area has its very own<br />
MakerSpace? We’ll be learning all about this special place for creators<br />
and inventors at the library on Tuesday, <strong>June</strong> 13 th at 7 PM. Harry Krueger<br />
will be here to give us an introduction to Katy MakerSpace and all you<br />
can do there. Makers of all ages and disciplines are encouraged to join us<br />
as we learn everything our new MakerSpace has to offer.<br />
• DEMYSTIFYING THE FUNERAL PLANNING PROCESS - Senior citizens<br />
and their family members are invited to join us for a new series at the<br />
Maud Marks Library. Every 3 rd Friday of the month, experts will be here<br />
to discuss various topics pertinent to senior living. On <strong>June</strong> 16 th at 3 PM,<br />
we will be discussing the funeral planning process. Learn how to plan a<br />
funeral for yourself or a loved one without all the stress and worry. Come<br />
discover what kind of life is best for you or your loved one.<br />
• GREEN THUMB GARDENING - Master Gardeners of Harris County will<br />
once again be bringing their Green Thumb series once a month where<br />
they will discuss various topics unique to gardening in the Houston area.<br />
This month, on <strong>June</strong> 17 th at 10 AM, learn all about propagation and seed<br />
saving. Seating is extremely limited for this class.<br />
• BOOK DISCUSSION CLUBS - The Library hosts book clubs that meet<br />
monthly. The Evening Book Club normally meets on the second Monday<br />
of the month at 7 PM. The Afternoon Book Club meets on the second<br />
Thursday of the month at 1 PM.<br />
• JUST DESSERTS MYSTERY BOOK CLUB - Meetings held the third<br />
Wednesday of the month at 2 PM. You are encouraged to bring your<br />
favorite dessert to eat while we discuss whether our villains get their just<br />
desserts.<br />
• COMPUTER CLASSES - The library offers a variety of computer classes<br />
each month. You must know how to use a mouse and a keyboard.<br />
Seating for this is extremely limited. Registration is required. To see<br />
this month’s classes go to the library’s website www.hcpl.net, click on<br />
“Events Calendar” and select “Maud Marks.”<br />
CHILDREN<br />
• INFANT STORYTIME - This program will meet each Tuesday morning<br />
at 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM. This is an interactive program for children,<br />
ages 0 to 12 months and their caregivers. Each session will last about 20<br />
minutes, featuring nursery rhymes, songs and finger plays.<br />
• STORYTIME - Storytime for preschool-aged children is held each<br />
Wednesday at 10:15 AM. Stories, fingerplays and songs are featured. This<br />
is ideal for children ages 3 to 5, but all children and their caregivers are<br />
welcome.<br />
• TOTALLY TODDLER STORYTIME - Toddlers, ages 18 to 36 months, are<br />
invited to participate in our Totally Toddler Storytime, which will be held<br />
on Thursdays, at 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM. Tickets are required for Toddler<br />
Storytime. Tickets are given to the first 30 toddlers the day of the event.<br />
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KATY BRANCH LIBRARY<br />
5414 Franz Road, Katy, TX 77493, 281-391-3509<br />
Hours of Operation: Monday & Tuesday 10 AM - 7 PM, Wednesday 1 PM -<br />
8 PM, Thursday 10 AM - 6 PM, Friday 1 PM - 6 PM, Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM,<br />
Sunday CLOSED. Join online at www.hcpl.net or come by in person and<br />
we’ll help you sign up!<br />
Monthly Programs<br />
• HISPANIC BOOK GROUP/CLUB HISPANO DE LIBROS - First Wednesday<br />
of each month, 6 PM. Every month, a group of Spanish speaking adults<br />
get together to discuss a chosen book. Les invitamos a que todos los<br />
meses se reuna con nosotros para conversar sobre un libro. Lláme para<br />
más información.<br />
• SUPERACION PERSONAL - Second Wednesday of every month, 6 PM.<br />
The Katy Branch Library hosts motivational discussions in Spanish.<br />
• SPANISH COMPUTER CLASS/CLASE DE LA COMPUTADORA - Every<br />
Friday, 4:30 PM. Basic computer classes taught in Spanish.<br />
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• ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - The Katy Library offers an array of<br />
computer classes in English - please call for more information.<br />
• MANGO ESL CLASS - Every Friday, 3:30 PM. Learn English with a group<br />
going through Mango Languages, an online computer program.<br />
• GARDENING CLUB - Every month on the 2 nd Thursday, 11 AM. Join<br />
other gardeners in the area to learn new ways to grow. Bring your leftover<br />
seeds and exchange them for new seeds to try.<br />
WEEKLY PROGRAMS<br />
• GENEALOGY SQUAD - Every Monday, 2 PM. Bring your lunch and join us<br />
for an informal genealogy get-together. We’ll have computers, Ancestry.<br />
com and other genealogists to help each other with our searches.<br />
• KNOTTY & NICE CLUB - Every Wednesday, 1 PM. The Knotty & Nice<br />
Club is the place for you if you want to learn new needlework techniques,<br />
teach someone else or just hang out with other crafters. Come & join the<br />
club!<br />
CHILDREN<br />
Mondays, 10:15 AM - Baby Bounce<br />
Tuesdays, 10:15 AM and 11 AM - Toddler Time<br />
Thursdays, 10:15 AM and 11 AM - Preschool Storytime<br />
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• SUMMER FEEDING VOLUNTEER TRAINING - Thursday, <strong>June</strong> 1 st , 12<br />
PM. Come to this program to become a trained volunteer at our Summer<br />
Feeding Lunch events! The Summer Feeding program is sponsored by<br />
the Houston Food Bank and serves children healthy lunches and snacks<br />
at the library on select days this summer.<br />
• COASTIE’S WATER SAFETY FOR KIDS - Thursday, <strong>June</strong> 1 st , 4:30 PM.<br />
This program is presented by members of the Auxiliary, the civilian arm<br />
of the Coast Guard. It is a recreational boating safety program. Coastie<br />
teaches children and their parents how to be safe around the water. Be<br />
sure to pick up a ticket in the children’s area at the library the morning<br />
of this event.<br />
• NEW VOLUNTEER ORIENTATIONS - Wednesday, <strong>June</strong> 7 th , 6:30 PM.<br />
Interested in volunteering at the library? We have periodic orientation<br />
sessions to introduce you to our library and what kinds of work you could<br />
do. Applications are available at the Information Desks (must be signed<br />
by guardian if volunteer is under 18). Volunteers under the age of 14 must<br />
volunteer with a parent or guardian.<br />
• YOGA - Saturday, <strong>June</strong> 3 rd and 10 th , 1 PM. Learn more about yoga, the<br />
ancient art based on a harmonizing system of development for mind,<br />
body and spirit. Gain a sense of well-being, learn more about the origins<br />
of yoga and learn some new poses!<br />
• MAKE YOUR OWN NATURAL DOG BISCUITS - Thursday, <strong>June</strong> 8 th , 4:30<br />
PM. Come to this special adult summer program to make your own dog<br />
biscuits! This healthy treat for pets is easy to make. Make some for your<br />
own pet dog or give as a gift. Supplies & ingredients provided.<br />
• FINANCIAL PLANNING WORKSHOP - Saturday, <strong>June</strong> 10 th , 10 AM.<br />
Learn more about a wide variety of financial topics at our free financial<br />
planning workshops. Please RSVP to Madelin Ramos, mramos@2020fa.<br />
com.<br />
• FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE & SILENT AUCTION - Friday,<br />
<strong>June</strong> 23 rd , 1-6 PM and Saturday, <strong>June</strong> 24 th , 10 AM-3 PM. Come to this<br />
Friends of the Bear Creek Library sponsored event today or tomorrow<br />
to support our branch library and our programming activities. Our Book<br />
Sale & Silent Auction will have many items for everyone to enjoy.<br />
• PASSPORT PROCESSING SERVICE – Tuesday, <strong>June</strong> 27 th 12-4:30 PM,<br />
Wednesday, <strong>June</strong> 28 th , 1-6:30 PM and Thursday, <strong>June</strong> 29 th , 1-4:30 PM.<br />
Come to the library to apply for your passport. The person receiving the<br />
passport must be present. Call the District Clerk’s Office at 713-755-1674<br />
for more information or to make an appointment. Walk-ins are also<br />
accepted.<br />
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• ADULT BASIC EDUCATION (ABE) TUTOR TRAINING - Friday, <strong>June</strong> 30 th ,<br />
9:30 AM. Learn how to help an adult learn to read and write as part of<br />
HCPL’s adult literacy program. This is a training session for volunteers<br />
who want to teach adult basic education classes at the library.<br />
• COMPUTER CLASSES - These classes will cover a range of topics! Call<br />
the branch for specific class information.<br />
• THE BEAR CREEK BOOK CLUB - 2 nd Monday, 7 PM.<br />
• THE BEAR CREEK MYSTERY BOOK CLUB - 3 rd Thursday, 11 AM. The<br />
Library is hosting a mystery book club! All sleuths and amateur Sherlocks<br />
heed this call! Come to this lively group and share your passion for<br />
mysteries!<br />
WEEKLY PROGRAMS<br />
• WRITERS WORKSHOP NOTEBOOK SERIES - Mondays at 6 PM. Come<br />
to this hands-on multi-part workshop to learn tips of the trade from<br />
expert writers and create your own notebook. The Houston Writers<br />
Guild will provide instruction to all writers at every level. Beginners and<br />
experienced writers are welcome. It is recommended that participants<br />
attend these weekly programs to practice their skills regularly and<br />
receive feedback on their work.<br />
• ADULT COLORING - Mondays at 3 PM. Take a break from your hectic schedule<br />
and relax with adult coloring. Coloring sheets are complicated and fun to color<br />
at the same time. Supplies provided. Stop by the library and give it a try!<br />
• SAVVY STITCHERS - Every Thursday, 4 PM. The Bear Creek Knitters<br />
Club is a place to share ideas, to learn new knitting techniques or to<br />
teach someone else a new knitting skill. Don’t miss out on the weekly<br />
fun!! Make sure to bring your needles and yarn.<br />
• COMPUTER CLASSES - Every Friday at 4 PM and Saturday, <strong>June</strong> 3 rd at<br />
3:30 PM. These classes will cover a range of topics including Computer<br />
Basics, Internet Basics, Microsoft Office Classes, Intro to eReaders, Social<br />
Networking, Technology Toolbox and more! Call the branch for specific<br />
class information.<br />
• CHESS GAMES - Every Friday at 3 PM. Adults can come to the library to<br />
play chess. Join us for an afternoon of strategy and fun!<br />
• LILY’S LIBRARY TALES - Every Saturday at 2 PM. Come to the library for<br />
a family friendly storytime with Lily, a certified therapy dog! This library<br />
program is in partnership with Tender Loving K-9s. All ages welcome.<br />
• ESL READING - Wednesdays at 6 PM and Saturdays at 2:30 PM. Open<br />
to individuals whose first language is not English. This free class will help<br />
ESL students learn to improve their reading skills. Open to people at all<br />
reading levels. No registration required.<br />
TEEN PROGRAMS<br />
• TEEN PROGRAMS - Mondays at 4 PM. Want to do something fun and<br />
interesting after school? The library is hosting weekly Teen events. You<br />
can watch an anime, take part in a book or movie critic club and so much<br />
more!<br />
CHILDREN<br />
• MIDDLE SCHOOL SPOT – Tuesdays at 4:30 PM. Come join the fun of<br />
Middle School Spot, a rotating program for ages 10-12. Activities include<br />
Gaming, Writing Workshop, Read Anything Book Club and Puzzles.<br />
• Tuesdays, 10:15 AM - Preschool Story Time for children ages 3-5 years.<br />
• Wednesdays, 10:15 & 11 AM - Toddler Story Time for children ages 18<br />
months-3 years.<br />
• Thursdays 10:15 AM - Infant Story Time for children ages 0-18 months.<br />
• KICKOFF PARTY-CATAPULT INTO SUMMER READING! - Tuesday, <strong>June</strong><br />
6 th , 10:15 AM. Summer Special Program. Come join us as we kick off our<br />
Summer Reading Program! A free ticket will be available in the library for<br />
this event.<br />
• LUNCH BUNCH - Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays at 12 PM<br />
(beginning on <strong>June</strong> 6 th ). This special summer feeding program is<br />
sponsored by the Houston Food Bank. We are serving lunch to kids ages<br />
0-18. Parents can bring kids to the library for a balanced meal and enjoy<br />
fun activities at the library too! Then come back for an afternoon snack!<br />
• SNACKTIVITY - Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays at 3 PM<br />
(beginning on <strong>June</strong> 6 th ). Children can come to this program to have a<br />
healthy afternoon snack and participate in a fun activity! This program is<br />
sponsored by the Houston Food Bank.<br />
• YOGA FOR KIDS - Tuesday, <strong>June</strong> 13 th , 10:15 AM. Summer Special<br />
Program for school age children. Families are welcome. Please bring<br />
your own mat. Free tickets are required. Tickets will be available when<br />
the library opens at 10 AM.<br />
• DOMINO’S DOUGH SHOW - Wednesday, <strong>June</strong> 14 th , 2 PM. Come enjoy a<br />
Domino’s Pizza Dough Demonstration & party! Get hands-on experience,<br />
then taste the rewards of your hard work. Kids will be able to work with<br />
the dough at this summer “Dough Show.” Domino’s will provide free<br />
pizza at this Pizza Reading Reward Party! Space is limited, so please pick<br />
up a ticket in the children’s area the day of the event. A ticket is required<br />
to attend this event.<br />
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Program. All children and families are welcome to come watch a popular<br />
children’s movie.<br />
• BELL PRINCESS PARTY - Tuesday, <strong>June</strong> 20 th , 10:15 AM. Summer<br />
Special Program. Join us at our princess party. Dress up or come as you<br />
are! Tickets are required. Free tickets will be available when the library<br />
opens at 10 AM. First come, first served.<br />
• WILDLIFE PROGRAM - Tuesday, <strong>June</strong> 27 th , 10:15 AM. Summer Special<br />
Program. Come see live reptiles at the library! This program is for<br />
school age children and families are welcome to attend. Free tickets are<br />
required. Tickets will be available when the library opens at 10 AM. First<br />
come, first served.<br />
All programs are free and open to the public. For more information call<br />
281-550-0885 or log on to www.hcpl.net.<br />
PECKHAM PARK ACTIVITIES<br />
These classes are free with priority to Harris Co. residents.<br />
5597 Gardenia, 281-391-4482 - web www.pct3.hctx.net<br />
PRIORITY IS GIVEN TO HARRIS COUNTY RESIDENTS & THOSE WHO LIVE<br />
WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF KATY<br />
AMERICAN RED CROSS CLASSES - Community Lay Responder: Cost is<br />
$27, check or money order only & no refunds. This class is on Friday,<br />
July 14, <strong>2017</strong>, 1 PM-5 PM. Includes Adult CPR with AED, Infant/Child CPR<br />
and Standard First Aid. Registration will begin 6/5/17 for Harris County<br />
Residents (HC) & those who reside within the Katy City Limits (KCL).<br />
Registration will begin 6/6/17 for those who reside outside Harris County<br />
and or the city limits of Katy.<br />
MARY JO PECKHAM PARK FISHING LAKE: The lake is a stocked. Rules are<br />
posted out by the lake. Park hours are 6 AM-10 PM. If you have questions,<br />
please call the Parks Office at 281-531-1592.<br />
ONGOING CLASSES - LAND<br />
PILATES - Mondays and Fridays - 10:30 AM-11:30 AM.<br />
YOGA - Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM & Mondays &<br />
Wednesdays, 5:30 PM-6:30 PM.<br />
ZUMBA - Tuesdays - 11 AM-12 PM (HC & KCL residents call Tuesday<br />
starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call Tuesday starting<br />
at 10 AM) & Thursdays 5 PM - 6 PM (HC & KCL residents, call Thursday<br />
starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call Thursday starting<br />
at 10 AM) and Saturdays - 8:15-9:15 AM (HC & KCL residents, call Friday<br />
starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call Friday starting at<br />
10 AM).<br />
FITNESS MACHINES – This is a time when you can work out on your<br />
own on the fitness equiPMent. You must be 16 year and up & bring a full<br />
size towel and wear atheletic shoes. Various times available daily. The<br />
machines are closed during class times.<br />
ONGOING CLASSES - POOL<br />
DEEP WATER AEROBICS - This hour class is a high cardio vascular<br />
workout. A flotation device is advised. Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 9 AM.<br />
WATER AEROBICS - This one hour class is low-impact, which is easy on<br />
the joints. Monday-Friday, 9:05 AM-10:05 AM. Monday & Wednesday<br />
5:45 PM-6:45 PM.<br />
ARTHRITIS AQUATICS - This class consists of range of motion,<br />
muscle strengthening and endurance-building activities. Mondays,<br />
Wednesdays & Fridays, 11 AM - 12 PM.<br />
RECREATIONAL SWIM (call to reserve a spot) - There is no lap swimming<br />
at this time. Friday, 5 PM-6:30 PM - Saturday & Sunday, 2:30 PM-4 PM.<br />
LAP SWIM/WATER WALK - Various times daily.<br />
LAP SWIM FOR AGES 8-11 Fridays, 4-4:45 PM, Saturdays and Sundays,<br />
11:30 AM-1:30 PM( in 30 minute increments). Call to reserve a lane.<br />
Reservations may be made 1 day in advance for Harris County residents<br />
& those who reside within the Katy City Limits. Other counties may call<br />
the day of.<br />
AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS - Ages 6 months - Adults. Call or<br />
come in to get schedule for lessons.<br />
BETHEL BIBLE FELLOWSHIP<br />
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You’re invited to come to “The Table” this summer at Bethel Bible<br />
Fellowship at 9:45 AM on <strong>June</strong> 4 th and 25 th . “The Table” is a time for free<br />
food, fun for the whole family and a relevant message suitable for babies<br />
to senior adults. Everyone is welcome at “The Table.”<br />
Bethel Bible Fellowship is located at 25335 Fulshear Gaston Rd. (just<br />
west of FM 723). For more information, visit lifeatbethel.org or call the<br />
church office at 832-759-5136.<br />
KATY CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION (KCWC)<br />
KCWC is part of Stonecroft, a ministry for women which provides Bible<br />
Studies, Prayer Connections and fellowship luncheons around the US.<br />
Katy Christian Women also sponsors monthly Prayer Coffees. These are<br />
held on the second Thursday of each month. New Bible Studies started<br />
in January. Please visit our website at Katycwc.org for locations or call<br />
Janet Collins at 281-762-8252.<br />
For more information or to RSVP for the luncheon, please email Nancy at<br />
Katycwc@gmail.com or call 281-232-8338.<br />
KATY WOMEN’S AGLOW<br />
Katy Women’s Aglow, a part of Aglow International, is a local, spiritfilled<br />
women’s ministry fellowship. We meet monthly, usually on the<br />
fourth Saturday 10-11:30 AM. We come together for fellowship, to<br />
worship and to hear inspirational speakers and testimonies, as well<br />
as for special events. Katy Women’s Aglow is a great place to make<br />
new friends!<br />
View our website for information about current Bible studies. Prayer<br />
meetings, special events and speaker biographies, www.katyaglow.com.<br />
PROPHETIC BIBLE STUDY FROM THE TORAH<br />
Prophetic Bible Study from the Torah starting with Leviticus chapter 23,<br />
“the feasts of the Lord,” using authentic Hebrew Scrolls and the New<br />
Testament. The lessons are in English, Chinese and partially finished<br />
in the Russian language. Lessons are web based until a group study is<br />
formed in Katy http://scrolls4all.org.<br />
Contact: Gary Zimmerman scrolls4all.org@gmail.com.<br />
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TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH<br />
SENIOR ADULT NEWS<br />
Trinity Baptist Church Senior Adults get together on Monday afternoons<br />
from 1-4 PM for a time of fellowship, prayer and games... Come join the<br />
fun!<br />
Trinity Baptist Church is located at 10000 Spring Green Blvd. (corner of<br />
Spring Green and Fry). For more information, visit www.trinity-katy.org<br />
or call the church office at 281-579-6724.<br />
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EPIPHANY BINGO<br />
Epiphany conducts their bingo games every Friday night except<br />
holidays. THERE IS NO SMOKING ALLOWED DURING ALL BINGO<br />
GAMES. They have security, lighted parking, big screen color monitor,<br />
computerized bingo equipment, snack bar and large cash prizes. Profits<br />
benefit charitable outreach programs.<br />
Epiphany Catholic Church, Church Community Center, 1530 Norwalk<br />
Dr. (between Fry and Mason Roads, south of I-10 behind <strong>Nottingham</strong><br />
Subdivision) off Highland Knolls. Early bird games begin at 7:30 PM and<br />
regular games at 8 PM. For more info, call the bingo hall number at 281-<br />
578-3905.<br />
ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE<br />
CATHOLIC CHURCH BINGO<br />
At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown Katy,<br />
“BINGO” is being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except<br />
Holidays. Doors open at 7 PM, games start at 7:15 PM with four Early Bird<br />
games. Regular games start at 7:30 PM. All profits will benefit community<br />
outreach and Religious Education programs.<br />
The Church is located in downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You can get<br />
to the church if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right at<br />
the light, go to the second stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn<br />
left and the Church Hall will be on your right one block down. For more<br />
info., call 281-391-4758.<br />
SAINT EDITH STEIN CATHOLIC CHURCH<br />
FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO<br />
Friday night BINGO is held the first Friday of February, May, <strong>June</strong> and<br />
August. This will be a fun evening for the entire family. Everyone can<br />
play including children. We offer a smoke and alcohol free environment.<br />
Cash prizes awarded for Regular BINGO and Special Games will range<br />
from $15 to $100. Snacks and refreshments will also be available. Doors<br />
open at 6:30 PM for BINGO card presales.<br />
Early Bird BINGO starts at 7 PM, Regular BINGO starts at 7:30 PM. All<br />
BINGO events at Saint Edith Stein Catholic Church are operated under a<br />
license issued by the Texas Lottery Commission. Location: Carmel Hall,<br />
Saint Edith Stein Catholic Church, 3311 N. Fry Road, Katy, TX 77449.<br />
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FOR SALE<br />
Yamaha 61-key portable piano with instruction<br />
manual, model YPR-20, $50. Email kamtsberg@<br />
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Burgundy full-grain leather sectional w/matching<br />
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WANTED<br />
Community Service Hours. College or High School<br />
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opportunity to learn about Animal Assisted Therapy,<br />
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and summer all day times. Located Eldridge and<br />
Clay! Contact 713-983-0075 if interested.<br />
HELP WANTED - CARE<br />
Apply now! Cornerstone Church (1351 S Mason<br />
@ Park York) is in need of loving adults to<br />
provide care for our infants and toddlers on<br />
Sunday mornings/evenings, Thursday mornings/<br />
evenings and for occasional special events.<br />
Looking for: experience with children, servant<br />
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HELP WANTED<br />
Need Tutors, current or taught in Katy ISD, all subjects,<br />
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Owners to set appointments for top producing<br />
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Looking for people to work in the field services,<br />
crew workers and helpers to work on servicing<br />
irrigation systems for growing Irrigation<br />
Company, no experience needed, will train.<br />
Must have own transportation and clean driver’s<br />
license. Growth opportunity, Northwest Houston<br />
area. Email: sprinklerworkers@gmail.com.<br />
Katy Memorial Power Washing is seeking a<br />
power washing and roof cleaning technician.<br />
Requirements: must be a self-starter, flexible, team<br />
player, willing and able to work multiple jobs with<br />
minimum supervision; must be able to work on max<br />
height 2 story roofs; have a good driving record;<br />
must have experience towing a 12’ trailer and be<br />
proficient at backing trailer; no prior experience<br />
power washing or roof cleaning necessary, we train;<br />
live in the Katy, Texas area. Submit your resume via<br />
email to support@k-mpw.com.<br />
Plumbers or Apprentices for repair. Bilingual<br />
preferred. Please call 281-256-2239.<br />
Housekeepers needed. Great hours for moms<br />
with school age children. 281-861-0394.<br />
Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of<br />
experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900.<br />
Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/<br />
apprentice. Have experience, references & contact<br />
info. ready, beginners last employment info. Send<br />
resume to randy@westhoustonelectric.com.<br />
HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE<br />
2 - one/half acre connecting lots (total one<br />
acre) on Grand Harbour Island on Lake Conroe<br />
in Montgomery, Texas. Excellent location on<br />
water. Will sell together or separate. $150,000<br />
each OBO. 281-858-4422.<br />
TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES<br />
Unobstructed Gulf views from this ninth-floor<br />
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Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation<br />
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