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Official Newsletter published by Krenek Printing Co.<br />

<strong>July</strong> <strong>2017</strong><br />

Important Numbers pg. 6<br />

Sports News<br />

pgs.20-22<br />

Houston Area Events pg. 23<br />

Summer Reading Prog. pg. 26<br />

Pet Information pg. 32<br />

Classified Ads<br />

pgs.33-34<br />

Featured Recipes pg. 35<br />

Front cover photo taken of long-gone longhorn in Katy.<br />

Courtesy of Katy resident, Scott Crothers.<br />

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Woodcreek Reserve | <strong>July</strong> <strong>2017</strong>


GRAYSON LAKES<br />

4 TH OF JULY PARADE & FAMILY SPLASH DAY<br />

Sponsored by: Sundance at WoodCreek Reserve,<br />

Premier Memory Care<br />

Please join us on Tuesday, <strong>July</strong> 4 th at 9 AM for the <strong>Grayson</strong><br />

<strong>Lakes</strong> Annual 4 th of <strong>July</strong> Parade! All residents are welcome to<br />

walk or ride in the parade and are encouraged to decorate and<br />

enter their cars, convertibles, trucks, motorcycles, golf carts and<br />

even parade floats. Feel free to advertise your local business or<br />

organization on your vehicle and to throw out candy or other<br />

goodies to spectators. Children are asked to decorate their<br />

bikes, scooters, wagons and strollers with red, white & blue<br />

patriotic decorations. There will be prizes awarded for the best<br />

decorations in the following categories: Bikes/Scooters; Wagons/Strollers;<br />

Motorized Vehicles and Parade Floats. If you are<br />

walking or riding in the parade, please meet at the Clubhouse<br />

by 8:30 AM for line up.<br />

The parade route will start and end at the Recreation Center on Broken Branch. From the Recreation Center, we will turn left onto <strong>Grayson</strong><br />

<strong>Lakes</strong> Blvd. and continue on past the tennis courts, turning left onto Lake <strong>Grayson</strong> Dr., left again onto Anchor Lake Ln. and finally left once<br />

more back onto <strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> Blvd. where we will head back to the Recreation Center. This 1.6 mile route has been setup to include a large<br />

majority of the neighborhood, so please come out to watch and support your fellow residents, especially the children who have worked so<br />

hard decorating their bikes and scooters!<br />

The parade will be immediately followed with a flag raising ceremony brought to you by our local Boy Scouts Troop 230 and Troop 73! The<br />

ceremony will take place directly in front of the Recreation Center at approximately 9:30 AM.<br />

We will also be hosting a Family Splash Day again this year that will take place after the parade and flag raising ceremony. The Splash Day<br />

festivities are scheduled from 10 AM to 1 PM at the <strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> pool and will include a Waterslide Inflatable, Bubble Fun Area, Watermelon<br />

Eating Contest, Games/Prizes and lots of family fun by the pool! Hotdogs, chips, watermelon and water will be served for FREE throughout<br />

the day, but please feel free to bring your own lunch, snacks and drinks. No glass please.<br />

Thank you so much to our sponsor, Sundance at WoodCreek Reserve, Premier Memory Care!<br />

This year’s <strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> 4 th of <strong>July</strong> Parade and Family Splash Day is going to be filled with fun for the whole family. Please come out to<br />

celebrate our nation’s birthday with your friends and neighbors!<br />

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PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE<br />

www.graysonlakesliving.com<br />

To find the latest news and information on upcoming events, documents<br />

and copies of Board minutes please go to our homepage.<br />

Check out the <strong>2017</strong> budget to see how your dues are spent.<br />

EMAIL BLASTS<br />

Are you getting occasional email updates from the HOA Board? If not,<br />

please sign up on the <strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> website to make sure we have<br />

your email address.<br />

<strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> | <strong>July</strong> <strong>2017</strong><br />

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Any job<br />

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• Sewer Camera Inspection and Drain Cleaning<br />

• Garbage Disposal and Faucet Installation and Repair<br />

• Water Heater Install • Repipe and Water Leak Repair<br />

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Sheet Rock Repairs • Carpentry & Siding<br />

Fences • Decks & Patios • Roofing<br />

Kitchen & Bath Remodeling<br />

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IS IT REALLY WORTH IT?<br />

Please slow down for the safety of our residents.<br />

You never know when something or someone<br />

will dart out between parked cars (ball, kid, an<br />

animal). Is getting home two minutes sooner<br />

really worth that risk?<br />

If you observe someone driving recklessly,<br />

please contact the Ft. Bend Sheriff’s Department<br />

281-733-3830<br />

enriquearaoz44@gmail.com<br />

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HAVE IDEAS FOR FUTURE EVENTS?<br />

The Events Committee hopes you joined your neighbors at Food<br />

Truck Friday in May.<br />

Do you have an idea for a <strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> gathering? Please send your<br />

ideas to events@graysonlakesliving.com.<br />

TENNIS COURTS ARE NOW LOCKED<br />

Please LOCK the courts when you leave! The <strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> tennis<br />

courts are now locked, but accessible to all residents over 18 yrs.<br />

and in good standing.<br />

Unfortunately, there have been repeated incidents reported of<br />

inappropriate use of the courts and damage has been done to the<br />

facilities. These types of additional costs can impact annual dues,<br />

so we encourage all resident tennis players to assist with this simple<br />

security procedure.<br />

The association has had repairs and new equipment installed this<br />

past spring, please help keep it clean and in good condition for all!<br />

This amenity is for the enjoyment of residents and their accompanied<br />

guests. After using the courts, it’s important you lock up!<br />

You may call Crest Management at 281-945-4632 to receive the<br />

access code.<br />

ARE YOUR TREES AND LANDSCAPING TRIMMED?<br />

Many neighbors enjoy walking throughout <strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> because<br />

of the lakes, expansive green space and beautiful homes.<br />

Please take time to check your landscaping near all of your sidewalks.<br />

Are the trees trimmed upwards of 8’? Are the trees trimmed for school<br />

buses to pass with clearance? Are front beds clear of overhanging<br />

shrubbery (Sago Palms, in particular), fire ant piles or fallen rock<br />

borders? Also, if your sidewalks have sunken or shifted unevenly, this<br />

is a safety hazard that is the owner’s responsibility. Just a friendly<br />

reminder to please ensure that the front and side of your home’s<br />

sidewalks are enjoyable for all walkers!<br />

IT’S HOT OUT THERE!<br />

Yes, spring has definitely arrived and this is a perfect time to look<br />

over the exterior of your home for mold and mildew.<br />

Mold and mildew occur frequently with heavy rains and high humidity,<br />

but can usually be removed with a good power washing.<br />

Please help keep your home in good repair and the neighborhood<br />

looking great.<br />

MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS<br />

The monthly HOA Board meeting is held the third Wednesday of<br />

each month. ARC meetings are held the second Thursday each<br />

month. Both meetings start at 6:30 PM and are held at the <strong>Grayson</strong><br />

<strong>Lakes</strong> Clubhouse.<br />

DO NOT FEED THE DUCKS<br />

Please do not feed the ducks that live on and around our lakes. It<br />

causes problems for the ducks as well as for the residents that live<br />

near the feeding areas!<br />

BE A GOOD NEIGHBOR<br />

Please be a good neighbor - keep the sidewalks clear of vehicles,<br />

check for low hanging tree branches and overgrown shrubs near the<br />

sidewalks, clean up after your pets, put yard waste at the curb only<br />

the night before and remove garbage cans from visible sight except<br />

for trash days. The trash service includes pickup from your garage,<br />

so only yard waste needs to be placed at the curb.<br />

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GRAYSON LAKES COMMUNITY POOL<br />

The <strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> Community Pool is open between March 1 st and<br />

October 31 st to all residents and their guests from the hours of 6 AM<br />

to 10 PM, Tuesday through Sunday. Note that the pool is closed for<br />

heavy cleaning on Mondays with the exception of Memorial Day and<br />

Labor Day. Chemical levels are high on Mondays so the pool is closed<br />

for your safety.<br />

<strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> Pool Rules Highlights:<br />

• Residents are allowed 4 guests per household and guests<br />

are to be accompanied by a resident 18 or older.<br />

• All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult<br />

(18 or older).<br />

• No food, drinks or gum are allowed in the pool.<br />

• No pets are allowed in the pool area.<br />

• Furniture does not belong in the pool and can cause damage<br />

to the pool and the furniture itself if misused.<br />

• The pool and pool area are cleaned twice a week. Please help maintain<br />

the facilities so that it can be enjoyed by all our residents.<br />

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• Whole Roofs & Roof Repairs<br />

• Seamless Gutters & Downspouts<br />

• Wall Flashing<br />

• Soffit & Fascia<br />

• Skylights & Chimneys<br />

• Window Replacement<br />

• Other Difficult Repairs<br />

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WE FIX IT RIGHT<br />

THE FIRST TIME!<br />

A pool access card is required to enter the pool. If you do not have<br />

a pool access card please contact Pam Hummel at pam.hummel@<br />

crest-management.com or 281-945-4661.<br />

IT’S YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD<br />

If you have an hour to spare each month to help improve your neighborhood,<br />

consider volunteering for one of the following: Budget<br />

Committee, Communications Committee, Events Committee, <strong>Lakes</strong><br />

& Irrigation Committee, Landscape Committee and Safety & Security<br />

Committee. If any of these interest you, please contact Karen Janczak<br />

at Karen.Janczak@crest-management.com.<br />

TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS LIST<br />

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

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

click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with your<br />

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

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

on your form. Please make sure your email is correct, we send emails<br />

in the summer to make sure all the info is still good and that you want<br />

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

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

DISCLAIMER<br />

Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those<br />

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

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 />

CODE KEY:<br />

B - BABYSITTING, CPR - CPR CERT., FAC - FIRST AID CERT., RCC - RED CROSS CERT.,<br />

SS - SAFE SITTER, SL - SWIM LESSONS, PP - PET/PLANT SITTER, P - PET CARE ONLY,<br />

H - HOUSE CARE, L - LAWN CARE, C- CAR CARE/DETAILING, T - TUTORING<br />

BABYSITTING LIST<br />

NOT AVAILABLE ONLINE<br />

<strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> | <strong>July</strong> <strong>2017</strong><br />

LOU'S PAINTING, Ltd.<br />

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• Power Washing<br />

• Sheetrock & Texture<br />

• HardiPlank ® Replacement<br />

• Minor Repairs<br />

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WWW.GRAYSONLAKESLIVING.COM<br />

TO CONTACT THE BOARD<br />

OR FOR INFORMATION ABOUT GRAYSON LAKES:<br />

Crest Management Company<br />

AAMC®<br />

17171 Park Row, suite 310<br />

Houston, Texas 77084<br />

281-579-0761<br />

www.crest-management.com<br />

MANAGER<br />

Karen Janczak 281-945-4632<br />

karen.janczak@crest-management.com<br />

ASSITANT MANAGER<br />

Pam Hummel 281-945-4661<br />

pam.hummel@crest-management.com<br />

COMMUNITY CONTRACTORS:<br />

LAKE PRO, INC. 281-391-3688<br />

A-BEAUTIFUL POOLS 281-376-6510<br />

C.J.'S YARDWORKS, INC. 281-578-5999<br />

IMPORTANT NUMBERS:<br />

WATER & SEWER: MUD 130 281-290-6507<br />

GARBAGE COLLECTION: BEST TRASH 281-313-2378<br />

(SERVICE MONDAYS & THURSDAYS)<br />

SCHOOLS:<br />

KATY ISD ADMINISTRATION: 281-396-6000<br />

WOODCREEK ELEMENTARY 281-234-0100<br />

WOODCREEK JR. HIGH 281-234-0800<br />

TOMPKINS HIGH SCHOOL 281-234-1000<br />

EMERGENCY: 911<br />

FT BEND COUNTY EMS 281-344-3006<br />

WILLOW FORK FIRE DEPT 281-395-0011<br />

FT. BEND COUNTY SHERIFF 281-341-4665<br />

CITY OF KATY POLICE 281-391-4848<br />

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• Patio Covers<br />

• Pergolas<br />

Joe Edgerly<br />

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Estimates<br />

• Outdoor Kitchens<br />

• Concrete & Pavers<br />

• Custom Designs<br />

281-620-8077<br />

nulookpainter@gmail.com<br />

In Business Since 1994<br />

nulookhomeimprovements.com<br />

ANIMAL CONTROL:<br />

FT. BEND ANIMAL CONTROL 281-342-1512<br />

CITY OF KATY 281-391-4848<br />

FT. BEND COUNTY ROAD & BRIDGE 281-342-4513<br />

REPORT STREET LIGHT OUTAGES 713-207-2222<br />

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GRAYSON LAKES BOARD MEETINGS OPEN TO ALL<br />

Meetings of the <strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> Board of Directors are held the third<br />

Wednesday of every month except September. The meetings are held<br />

in the <strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> Clubhouse and start at 6:30 PM. The agenda for<br />

the upcoming meeting will be posted on the Clubhouse door no later<br />

than 72 hours prior to the meeting. Meeting notices will also be emailed<br />

to residents who have provided an email address to the Association.<br />

If you would like to be included on that list, contact Karen Janczak at<br />

Karen.Janczak@crest-management.com.<br />

Notice of a canceled or rescheduled meeting will be posted on the<br />

Clubhouse door no later than 6:30 PM of the regularly scheduled day.<br />

Residents wishing to observe need only show up. Residents wishing<br />

to speak are asked to inform the Management Company at Karen.<br />

Janczak@crest-management.com requesting to be placed on the<br />

agenda. Please do this no later than 8 days before the meeting since<br />

agendas are prepared a week in advance. If you will indicate the nature<br />

of your business beforehand, it will give the Management Company<br />

and your Board a chance to prepare for questions that might come up.<br />

Please be advised, it is your Board’s practice to limit initial comments<br />

from residents to 5 minutes, so plan accordingly.<br />

I FOUND A BABY SQUIRREL, NOW WHAT?<br />

By Cheryl Conley, TWRC Wildlife Center<br />

If you find a baby squirrel, check for the following:<br />

• Is it bleeding, have an open wound or a broken bone?<br />

• Is it covered in fly eggs (they look like grains of rice)?<br />

• Is it cold, wet or crying?<br />

If the answer is YES to any of the above, the squirrel is likely injured.<br />

Bring it to us as soon as possible. If NO, the next step is to determine<br />

its approximate age to see if you need to intervene.<br />

Does the squirrel have a fluffed-out tail (like a bottle brush)?<br />

Is the body longer than 6” (not including the tail)?<br />

If the answer is YES to these questions, this is likely a juvenile squirrel.<br />

You do not need to intervene. Even at the young age of 10 to 12 weeks,<br />

the squirrel is already independent and on its own. If NO, this is an<br />

infant squirrel. You will need to help reunite the baby with its mother.<br />

Baby squirrels at this age must be kept warm. Heat a towel in the microwave<br />

or place uncooked rice or bird seed in a sock and warm in the<br />

microwave for 20-30 seconds. Wrap the sock in a soft towel and place it<br />

with the baby in an open container like a small box or plastic container.<br />

Place the box IN A SAFE PLACE OFF THE GROUND near where you found<br />

the baby or under the tree with the nest if you know which tree it is. You<br />

can also attach the container directly to the tree but MAKE SURE IT IS<br />

SECURE. Keep children, dogs and cats out of the area.<br />

Observe the baby squirrel for the next six to eight hours of daylight.<br />

Reheat the towel or rice/birdseed bag every two hours. Has the mother<br />

returned to retrieve her baby?<br />

If YES ... congratulations! If NO, bring the box with the baby inside.<br />

Continue to keep it warm until you can bring it to us.<br />

REMEMBER: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FEED THE SQUIRREL<br />

OR GIVE IT WATER!<br />

TWRC Wildlife Center is your resource for wildlife-related questions. They<br />

also serve as an emergency wildlife care facility should you find animals<br />

in need of help. If you have any questions, please call 713-468-TWRC. You<br />

can also find useful information at www.twrcwildlifecenter.org.<br />

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KATY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT<br />

WWW.KATYISD.ORG<br />

AUGUST 16 TH<br />

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL<br />

KATY ISD SURPASSES ONE MILLION VOLUNTEER HOURS<br />

For the second year in a row, Katy ISD’s Volunteers in Public Schools<br />

(VIPS) program reached an unparalleled milestone by donating an<br />

extraordinary 1,056,073 hours to the district’s students and staff.<br />

Although the number is impressive unto itself, the greater impact<br />

lies in the thousands of personal stories it reflects. Each one of those<br />

million+ hours represent a person who lovingly donated the gift of<br />

time to better the lives of our children.<br />

At the Volunteer Celebration hosted on May 12 th , Katy ISD announced<br />

this year’s hours achievement along with honoring each campus<br />

Volunteer of the Year: Alexander Elementary, Kara Floyd; Bear Creek<br />

Elementary, Tiffany Barlas; Beck Junior High, Claudina Lovalvo; Beckendorff<br />

Junior, Katie Roberts; Bethke Elementary, Danielle Wachter;<br />

Cardiff Junior High, Maria Teresa Zataratous; Cimarron Elementary,<br />

Jan Guess; Cinco Ranch High, Cris Bowden; Cinco Ranch Junior,<br />

Gresha Saenz; Creech Elementary, Jan Killam; Davidson Elementary,<br />

Cubendri Bach; Exley Elementary, Reeca McCrory; Fielder Elementary,<br />

Tess Hall; Franz Elementary, Andrea Silva; Golbow Elementary, Amy<br />

Heppen; Griffin Elementary, Maureen Lee; Hayes Elementary, Diane<br />

Jacobson; Holland Elementary, Kim Greene; Hutsell Elementary,<br />

Judy Lee; Jenks Elementary, Kelli Melancon; Katy Elementary, Amy<br />

Kagay; Katy High, Rosario Harter; Katy Junior, Autumn Christiansen;<br />

Kilpatrick Elementary, Kim Beidle; King Elementary, Dawn Goodwin;<br />

Mayde Creek Elementary, Michelle Espinoza; Mayde Creek High, Maria<br />

Torbit; Mayde Creek Junior, Donna Ward; McDonald Junior, Dolly<br />

Sanchez; McMeans Junior, Elita Roos; McRoberts Elementary, Aron<br />

James; Memorial Parkway Junior, Laci Costagliola; Memorial Parkway<br />

Elementary, Blanca Bagatella; Morton Ranch Elementary, Claudia<br />

Rodriguez; Morton Ranch High, Lisa Wycoff; Morton Ranch Junior,<br />

Anitra Ondrush; Nottingham Country Elementary, Shelly Hannon;<br />

Pattison Elementary, Colleen Cooper; Randolph Elementary, Michele<br />

Keppler; Rhoads Elementary, Kimberly Hood; Rylander Elementary,<br />

Devon Hulyk, Schmalz Elementary, Claudia Ceron; Seven <strong>Lakes</strong> High,<br />

Vanessa Heintz; Seven <strong>Lakes</strong> Junior, Sarah Thai; Shafer Elementary,<br />

Angela Kunkel; Stanley Elementary, Elizabeth Uptmore; Stephens<br />

Elementary, Lisa Garza; Sundown Elementary, Sara Tijerina; Taylor<br />

High, Sharon Mitchell; Tays Junior High, Becky Morris; Tompkins<br />

High, Julie Donnelly; West Memorial Elementary, Angela Jones; West<br />

Memorial Junior, Robin Stone-Loftin; Williams Elementary, Christy<br />

MacDonald; Wilson Elementary, Carmen Capuchino; Winborn Elementary,<br />

Lauren Ryan; Wolfe Elementary, Autumn Sharp; Wolman<br />

Elementary, Jen DeVries; WoodCreek Elementary, Carla Cotton and<br />

WoodCreek Junior, Kelly Goering.<br />

Volunteers in Public Schools, a Katy ISD Partners in Education program,<br />

offers moms, dads, family and community members a wide<br />

variety of volunteer opportunities at their chosen campus. To learn<br />

more, visit Partners in Education under the “Community” tab at<br />

www.katyisd.org or contact your campus Volunteer Coordinator.<br />

PRESCHOOLS<br />

LITTLE RANCH<br />

PRESCHOOL<br />

6655 S Mason Rd.,<br />

Katy, Texas 77450<br />

Do you know someone<br />

who is still looking<br />

for a Preschool for<br />

the <strong>2017</strong>-2018 school<br />

year? Tell them about<br />

Little Ranch Preschool! There are still spaces available. Visit our<br />

website to register, www.littleranchpreschool.org or<br />

email lrp@crcoc.org. Phone 832-290-1887.<br />

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PRIVATE SCHOOLS<br />

ST. JOHN XXIII NEWS<br />

ST. JOHN XXIII COLLEGE PREPARATORY BAND EARNS SWEEPSTAKES AWARD AT TAPPS<br />

The St. John XXIII College Preparatory band earned a Sweepstakes Award at the TAPPS State Concert and Sight Reading Contest held in<br />

Temple, Texas on April 21 st . The band, under the direction of Mrs. Wendy Elko, received a Superior rating on stage and a Superior Rating in<br />

sight reading, which qualified them for the award. Tying with Beaumont Monsignor Kelly High School, the band also placed second in the<br />

6A category, making the results even sweeter with this all-time top honor for the band at the state contest.<br />

Each school performs from a prescribed music list in front of a panel of judges, who rate their performance between I (Superior) and V<br />

(Poor). In TAPPS 6A on stage, bands are awarded points based on the difficulty of the music along with the judges’ rating and only receive<br />

points for Superior ratings. Following the stage portion, the bands must play a piece they have never seen before in front of a second panel<br />

of judges, with only a 10-minute verbal instruction period by the band director. Again, only a Superior rating is awarded points.<br />

St. John’s band earned 110 points for their stage portion, 50 points for their sight reading portion and 25 points as Sweepstakes winners<br />

for a total of 185 points, tying them for second place with Beaumont Kelly. This is a great accomplishment for our band program and bodes<br />

well for the future of the music program at St. John XXIII.<br />

ST. JOHN XXIII COLLEGE PREPARATORY STUDENTS LEARN HOW TO BE STREET SMART<br />

St. John XXIII College Preparatory hosted members<br />

of Stay Alive From Education (S.A.F.E) at their<br />

campus recently to present Street Smart. S.A.F.E is<br />

a non-profit organization sponsored by Silver Eagle<br />

distributors and Anheuser-Busch that is dedicated<br />

to making young adults aware of the dangers of<br />

driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs,<br />

texting while driving, not wearing seat belts and the<br />

trauma associated with these dangers. Taught by<br />

certified paramedics, Street Smart helps audiences<br />

better understand the consequences of their<br />

actions and in turn, aims to reduce the number of<br />

accidents and fatalities each year.<br />

The Street Smart program took the students into<br />

the real-life drama experienced by firefighter/<br />

paramedics as they work to save the lives of<br />

individuals who have made poor choices when<br />

it comes to drinking or using drugs, texting and<br />

driving or the non-compliance of seat belts.<br />

Featuring photos and descriptions of real-life<br />

trauma incidents during the presentation, the<br />

paramedics led a discussion on the importance of<br />

students making responsible decisions concerning<br />

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their safety. Rather than a lecture, Street Smart offered a reallife<br />

view of their options. Throughout the presentation, the<br />

paramedics asked the students questions that caused them to<br />

think honestly about choices to be made and emphasized the<br />

lasting trauma that can occur from not wearing seat belts or<br />

from distracted/impaired driving.<br />

ST. JOHN XXIII COLLEGE PREPARATORY ANNOUNCES<br />

VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN FOR <strong>2017</strong><br />

St. John XXIII College Preparatory named the Valedictorian<br />

and Salutatorian for <strong>2017</strong>. Valedictorian is Benjamin James<br />

Rehfeld and Salutatorian is Madison Ann Deane.<br />

SJ23 VALEDICTORIAN <strong>2017</strong><br />

Benjamin J. Rehfeld will be attending the University of Texas<br />

in Austin in the fall, planning to major in computer science.<br />

During his time at St. John XXIII College Preparatory, Benjamin<br />

was a 3-year captain of the varsity swim team and member of<br />

the golf team, was active in many student organizations such<br />

as Student Senate, Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society<br />

and National Science Honor Society and served as a House<br />

Captain, Link Crew Leader and Lion Ambassador. He has<br />

worked in various charitable endeavors such as volunteering at<br />

the iCan Bike Camp the last two years, visiting with residents of<br />

the Cinco Ranch Alzheimer’s Special Care Center, volunteering<br />

at the Brookwood Community and serving as a Conquest<br />

Catholic youth mentor. Benjamin plans to pursue a career in<br />

the computer science industry and hopes to be hired by one of<br />

the top technology corporations as a software engineer upon<br />

graduation. He is the son of James and Alicia Rehfeld.<br />

SJ23<br />

SALUTATORIAN <strong>2017</strong><br />

Madison A. Deane will be<br />

attending the University of<br />

Texas at Dallas, majoring in<br />

biology. While at St. John<br />

XXIII College Preparatory,<br />

Madison was very involved<br />

with the Art Club, was an<br />

officer in National Art Honor<br />

Society, was an active member of National Honor Society and served as<br />

Secretary and Vice-President of Mu Alpha Theta, Math Honor Society, her<br />

junior and senior years, respectively. She has volunteered with the Debusk<br />

Enrichment Center for Academically Talented Scholars (DECATS) for over<br />

three years and has served as a tutor with the Neighborhood Kidz Club.<br />

Madison was a recipient of a scholarship from University of Texas at Dallas,<br />

being named as a UTD Academic Excellence Achievement Scholar. Upon<br />

graduation, Madison hopes to be able to use her knowledge and talent to<br />

guide others around the globe to lead healthier and happy lives. She is the<br />

daughter of Patrick and Inke Deane.<br />

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<strong>July</strong> Events<br />

FULSHEAR FREEDOM FEST<br />

Sunday, <strong>July</strong> 2, <strong>2017</strong>, 6-9 PM<br />

We encourage you to check the website for updates<br />

and details and we look forward to seeing you<br />

downtown!<br />

Join us in the first ever Fulshear Kazoo Marching<br />

Band! The first 50 children who sign up will be given<br />

a kazoo and will march in the Fulshear Freedom Fest<br />

parade! Children must be between the ages of five<br />

and 10; younger children need to be accompanied<br />

by a parent or guardian. Participants must be<br />

dressed in a patriotic theme of red, white and blue.<br />

Go to http://fulsheartexas.gov/community/<br />

community_events/index.php for more<br />

information and to get the form to participate in<br />

the kazoo band.<br />

AMERICAN LEGION POST 200<br />

14 TH ANNUAL ARTS AND CRAFT SHOW<br />

<strong>July</strong> 8, <strong>2017</strong> (9 AM-5 PM)<br />

<strong>July</strong> 9, <strong>2017</strong> (10 AM-4 PM)<br />

Indoors-Air Conditioned Hall<br />

Sponsored by the American Legion Post 200<br />

330 Legion Road, Wallis, Texas<br />

Hamburgers and Chopped BBQ on Bun<br />

Desserts and Drinks<br />

$1 Admission<br />

Hourly Door Prizes<br />

For more information, call 979-885-2164<br />

ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON CHURCH<br />

ANNUAL GARAGE SALE<br />

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church (6646 Addicks<br />

Satsuma Road) will hold their Annual Garage Sale<br />

<strong>July</strong> 21 st -22 nd .<br />

Toys, tools, furniture, electronics, bikes, home and<br />

kitchen supplies and decor, sports equipment,<br />

clothing, shoes, art and more!<br />

Collecting Donations: <strong>July</strong> 1 st -<strong>July</strong> 20 th .<br />

Sale Days:<br />

Friday, <strong>July</strong> 21 st : 5-9 PM, Come for best selection.<br />

$5 per person, entry fee for ages 16+.<br />

Saturday, <strong>July</strong> 22 nd : 7:30 AM-2 PM. Free Entry.<br />

MEMORIAL CHURCH OF CHRIST<br />

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL<br />

Come and join us for a 3 day Vacation Bible School<br />

Monday-Wednesday, <strong>July</strong> 17 th -19 th . Each morning<br />

from 9-11:30 AM at the Memorial Church of Christ,<br />

we will have a time of drama, crafts, story time and<br />

snacks. For ages 3 years - 4 th grade.<br />

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SUMMER CAMPS<br />

ARTS FULSHEAR SUMMER <strong>2017</strong> ART, THEATER & DANCE CAMPS!<br />

Contact: Marcia Simmons, Executive Director, info@artsfulshear.org<br />

Arts Fulshear’s <strong>2017</strong> Summer Camps engage your student with a variety of classes<br />

incorporating art, theater and dance in fun and exciting ways! Come with us to<br />

secret pirate islands and colorful downtown streets, into the great outdoors and<br />

inside the pages of comic books! Arts Fulshear offers art, theater and dance classes<br />

and camps for children, community theater events for adults and local art events<br />

for everyone. Visit our website at https://artsfulshear.org.<br />

Comic Creations<br />

<strong>July</strong> 5 th -7 th , 1-4 PM, ages 8-12, $125<br />

Cross Creek Ranch Community Center<br />

Urban Jungle<br />

<strong>July</strong> 31 st -August 4 th , 1:30-4:30 PM, ages 7-14, $215<br />

Irene Stern Community Center<br />

4-H SUMMER CAMPS<br />

Did you know sewing can be FUN? Come learn to sew simple summer shorts at<br />

the 4-H Summer Stitches Camp, Thursday, <strong>July</strong> 13 th , 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM. This is a<br />

beginners workshop. Registration fee $30. Deadline is <strong>July</strong> 5 th .<br />

Let’s Quilt a Square at 4-H Summer Stiches Camp on Tuesday, <strong>July</strong> 18 th , 9:30 AM to<br />

2:30 PM. This is a beginners workshop. Registration fee $30. Deadline is <strong>July</strong> 10 th .<br />

Join us for “4-H Kids That Cook” on Thursday, <strong>July</strong> 20 th , 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM. This 4-H<br />

summer camp is cooking up something good! Kids will learn how to prepare simple<br />

recipes and how to compete in a Food Challenge. Registration fee $40. Deadline is<br />

<strong>July</strong> 10 th .<br />

Tie Dye fun with Fashion is the theme for 4-H Summer Stiches Camp on Tuesday,<br />

<strong>July</strong> 25 th , 9:30 AM to 2 PM. Kids will get to experiment with tie dye and refashioning<br />

clothing projects. Registration fee $30. Deadline is <strong>July</strong> 15 th .<br />

Shutter Bug Youth Photography Camp, Saturday, August 5 th , 9:30 AM to 3 PM. Area<br />

photographers will offer hands-on workshops on still life composition and take<br />

participants on a photo safari. Registration fee $40. Deadline is <strong>July</strong> 25 th .<br />

Join us for 4-H Enterprise Trade Show and Makers Fest, Saturday, August 19 th , 9:30<br />

AM to 3 PM to learn about entrepreneurship and have fun at crafting workshops.<br />

Registration fee $40. Deadline is <strong>July</strong> 30 th .<br />

Camps are held at Texas A&M AgriLife Extension 3033 Bear Creek Drive, Houston<br />

77084. Open to all youth 9 to 18 yrs. Registration fees can be paid on<br />

Eventbrite.com. For more information, contact Sheryl Nolen, 713-274-0978 or<br />

email snolen@ag.tamu.edu.<br />

SUMMER ARTS CAMP <strong>2017</strong> FOR KIDS<br />

JULY 18 TH -JULY 21 ST<br />

For students K-5 th grade. Registration ends <strong>July</strong> 3 rd . From 9 AM to Noon, kids will<br />

discover the excitement of music, dance, visual art and drama in a Christian<br />

environment with this four-day intensive camp, led by skilled mentors.<br />

For more information, contact First Fulshear at 281-346-1416.<br />

We are located at 8201 Harris Street, Fulshear, TX.<br />

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Camp will be held Monday through Friday, weekly, from 8 AM until 3<br />

PM at Cornerstone Evangelical Presbyterian Church (located at 1351 S<br />

Mason Rd, Katy, Texas 77450.)<br />

Session 2: <strong>July</strong> 3-<strong>July</strong> 28, <strong>2017</strong> Session 3: <strong>July</strong> 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<br />

Arc of Katy t-shirt. For more information and registration, please visit<br />

www.thearcofkaty.org.<br />

SERVE HIM SUMMER TENNIS CAMP IN CINCO RANCH<br />

Train to be a Champion for Christ on and off the court. Weekly sessions<br />

will focus on sportsmanship, tennis training, nutrition and serving<br />

God while loving others. A portion of camp proceeds will go to benefit<br />

both local and global mission projects. Let’s Go 40-Love!<br />

www.servehimwellness.net<br />

STAGEWORKS THEATRE SUMMER CAMPS OPEN<br />

FOR ENROLLMENT, ENROLL AND MAKE IT THE<br />

BEST SUMMER EVER!<br />

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 />

you determine the best fit. Payment plans are available for all classes.<br />

Visit www.stageworkshouston.org/summer-<strong>2017</strong> for more information.<br />

Performance Camps<br />

• Disney’s Aladdin JR: Ages 6-14, June 19 th -<strong>July</strong> 7 th , 9 AM-4 PM, cost<br />

$450<br />

Performances are <strong>July</strong> 6 th at 7 PM and <strong>July</strong> 7 th at 10 AM and 3 PM<br />

• Fame the Musical, JR: Ages 11-14, <strong>July</strong> 10 th -28 th , 9:30 AM-4:30 PM,<br />

cost $450<br />

Performances are <strong>July</strong> 27 th at 7 PM and <strong>July</strong> 28 th at 10 AM and 3 PM<br />

• Pirates! Theadus Thud and the Quest for Weird Beard: Ages 6-14,<br />

<strong>July</strong> 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, <strong>July</strong> 24 th -Aug. 11 th ,<br />

9:30 AM-4:30 PM, 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, June 5 th -23 rd , 10 AM-5 PM, cost $450<br />

Performances are June 22 nd at 7 PM and June 23 rd at 10 AM and 3 PM<br />

• Game of Tiaras: Ages 13-18, <strong>July</strong> 10 th -21 st , 10 AM-5 PM, cost $300<br />

Performances are <strong>July</strong> 20 th at 7 PM and <strong>July</strong> 21 st at 10 AM and 3 PM<br />

• Rent School Edition: Ages 13-18, <strong>July</strong> 31 st -Aug. 18 th , 10 AM-5 PM,<br />

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 />

• Defying Gravity: Ages 5-14, <strong>July</strong> 5 th -7 th , 8:30-11:30 AM or 1-4 PM,<br />

cost $75<br />

• No Troll Left Behind: Ages 4-14, <strong>July</strong> 17 th -21 st , 8:30-11:30 AM or 1-4 PM,<br />

cost $125<br />

• Fantastic Beast Creature Creation: Ages 8-16, <strong>July</strong> 31 st -Aug. 4 th ,<br />

9 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,<br />

cost $125<br />

• Royal Dance Academy: Ages 4-10, Aug. 14 th -18 th , 8:30-11:30 AM, cost $125<br />

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CINCO RANCH CHURCH OF CHRIST SUMMER CAMPS<br />

6655 S Mason Rd., Katy, Texas 77450<br />

281-579-3100 - www.crcoc.org<br />

Camp Haven 252: <strong>July</strong> 12 th -15 th , Grades 2 - 5<br />

Camp Victory: <strong>July</strong> 11 th -16 th , Junior & High School Students<br />

Register for our Summer Events Today! Limited Availability!<br />

MEDICARE EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR - HOSTED BY ACADEMY<br />

FINANCIAL GROUP, JULY 20 TH AND JULY 27 TH , 7 PM<br />

Memorial Parkway Community Center - 21600 Cimarron Parkway<br />

These FREE casual seminars are to educate local residents on how<br />

Medicare works, any penalties, deadlines and supplemental options<br />

available for individual needs. No products will be sold, companies<br />

discussed or any pricing. Reservations are free but seating is limited.<br />

Call/Text Dana Coleman at 713-339-9878 to reserve your seat or for<br />

additional information.<br />

MASTER WELLNESS VOLUNTEER PROGRAM <strong>2017</strong><br />

Ft. Bend, Harris & Galveston Counties Master Wellness Volunteer<br />

Training. Want to live healthier and help others do the same? Become<br />

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Engaging, interactive workshops in:<br />

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Cost: $60 (Includes all Materials)<br />

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THEATER/ARTS<br />

KATY VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (KVPAC)<br />

www.kvpac.org<br />

2501 S Mason Rd., Suite 290, Katy, TX 77450<br />

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

Destroyed the World’s Economy”<br />

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

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

$15 Adults and $12 Seniors. Tickets increase by $3 at the door. Group<br />

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

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

Players as a source to enjoy the theater in their own home town<br />

without the long commute or high cost involved with heading to one<br />

of downtown Houston’s theaters. Katy Visual & Performing Arts Center<br />

(KVPAC) is a non-profit arts education organization helping artists find<br />

their light since 2001.<br />

THE HOUSTON CHORAL SOCIETY<br />

2016-<strong>2017</strong> Season<br />

For more information, please visit the HCS website at<br />

www.houstonchoral.org.<br />

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Alex Hunt<br />

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Jessica Ramos<br />

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MILDRED’S UMBRELLA THEATER CO.<br />

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STAGEWORKS THEATRE<br />

The Wizard of Oz - <strong>July</strong> 28-Aug. 13, <strong>2017</strong> at the Berry Center.<br />

Stageworks Theatre is located at 10760 Grant Road, Houston, Texas 77070.<br />

Website: www.stageworkshouston.org.<br />

Future Events<br />

4 TH ANNUAL KATY SUMMER TAILGATE<br />

The 4 th Annual Katy Summer Tailgate is brought to you by Matt Schomburg State Farm<br />

Insurance and No Label Brewery (5351 1 st Street, Katy, TX 77493) on August 12 th , 6-10<br />

PM at No Label Brewery. This community event will kick off the upcoming school year<br />

and collect backpacks, school supplies and monetary donations for Katy homeless<br />

and students in need. A free and fun family event supporting Katy YMCA Operation<br />

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HOPE IMPACT FUNDRAISERS<br />

Saturday, August 12 th :<br />

Charity Night Slim Chickens 5-9 PM at 23320 Mercantile Parkway, Katy TX 77449. 15% of<br />

proceeds goes back to Hope Impacts if you let the cashier know when you check out.<br />

Go, Eat, Invite Someone!<br />

Monday, September 25 th :<br />

Hope Impacts Weston <strong>Lakes</strong> Country Club Golf Tournament at 32611 FM 1093, Fulshear, TX<br />

77441. All Day Event. Golf, Volunteer, Donate, Sponsor!<br />

Friday, November 10 th :<br />

Gala at The Tuscany Villa to benefit Hope Impacts and Clothed by Faith at 3330 FM<br />

1463, Katy, TX 77494, 6 PM - Midnight. Come, Enjoy, Donate, Sponsor!<br />

Contact Marilyn or Tina at 713-705-7884 for more information. We cannot do what we<br />

do without the support of our community. Every donation is tax deductible.<br />

TOP GOLF EVENT BENEFITTING THE BALLARD HOUSE<br />

Saturday, October 7 th , 9 AM-1 PM<br />

$125 per person, includes 3 hours of golf and lunch. Accepting sponsors now.<br />

The Ballard House is a home away from home for individuals and their families who are<br />

receiving medical treatments for life-threatening illnesses. For more information, visit<br />

www.theballardhouse.org or call 281-717-4670<br />

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CRAFT SHOW VENDORS WANTED<br />

Westland Baptist Church is looking for crafters and vendors for the<br />

“Westland Welcome Home Craft Show” to be held Oct. 7, <strong>2017</strong>. We<br />

are located at 1407 W Grand Parkway South in Katy. Booth fee is<br />

$50 for a 10x10 space. After August 1 st , the cost is $60. All booths are<br />

indoors and proceeds benefit the youth and children’s ministries. If<br />

you are interested, contact the church office at 281-392-5099 or go<br />

to www.westlandbaptistchurch.org and click on Events tab. You can<br />

also email Martha Wells at westlandcraftshow@gmail.com for an<br />

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HEALTHY INGREDIENT SUBSTITUTIONS<br />

Make your favorite recipes healthier by using way more heart healthy<br />

ingredients. These healthy substitutions can help you cut down on<br />

saturated or trans fats, while noticing little, if any, difference in taste.<br />

• Instead of whole milk (1 cup): 1 cup fat-free/low-fat milk, plus<br />

1 Tb of liquid vegetable oil<br />

• Instead of heavy cream (1 cup): 1 cup evaporated skim milk or<br />

1/2 cup low-fat yogurt + 1/2 cup plain low-fat unsalted cottage cheese<br />

• Instead of sour cream: low-fat unsalted cottage cheese +<br />

low-fat/fat-free yogurt or use fat-free sour cream<br />

• Instead of cream cheese: 4 Tb soft margarine blended with<br />

1 cup dry, unsalted low-fat cottage cheese<br />

• Instead of butter (1 tablespoon): 1 Tb soft margarine or<br />

3/4 tablespoon liquid vegetable oil<br />

• Instead of unsweetened baking chocolate (1 ounce): 3 Tb unsweetened<br />

cocoa powder/carob powder + 1 Tb vegetable oil or soft margarine<br />

Courtesy of: https://healthyforgood.heart.org/Eat-smart/Articles/<br />

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OATMEAL: ONE FOOD, MANY BENEFITS<br />

Oatmeal is a power food as it delivers both<br />

a bang for your buck and numerous health<br />

benefits. During the summer months, crispy,<br />

cool corn flakes may sound like a better<br />

choice vs. a hot bowl of oatmeal, but read<br />

on. You’ll be glad to make the switch:<br />

1. Oats contain both soluble and insoluble<br />

fiber. Soluble fibers help lower cholesterol and stabilize blood glucose<br />

levels. The insoluble fiber in oats provide a “moving” experience by<br />

curtailing constipation and improving intestinal health.<br />

2. Oats make an easy, balanced breakfast. One cup of cooked oatmeal<br />

(1/2 cup of uncooked) contains about 150 calories, four grams of fiber<br />

(about half soluble and half insoluble) and six grams of protein. To<br />

boost protein further, my favorite way to eat oatmeal is with a swirl of<br />

almond butter nestled within. This powerful combo will keep you away<br />

from that mid-morning visit to the vending machine.<br />

3. Oats provide important minerals. Nutrient-rich oatmeal contains<br />

thiamin, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, manganese, selenium and iron.<br />

4. Oats are naturally gluten-free, but check with manufacturers to ensure<br />

that their products are not made using the same equipment as other<br />

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RECYCLING CENTERS NEAR YOU!<br />

The Ft. Bend County Recycling Center in Rosenberg (just 10 miles away),<br />

accepts glass/bottles, Styrofoam and other items. Visit the Ft. Bend Co.<br />

government website www.co.fort-bend.tx.us for information.<br />

Green Arrow Recycling located in Katy, west of Katy High School accepts<br />

paper, plastics, aluminum, electronics, cardboard and other recyclable<br />

materials and welcome residential drop offs.<br />

Visit greenarrowrecycling.com.<br />

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BEAT THE HEAT<br />

There’s a lot to do when the weather is right: family picnics, working<br />

on your tan at the beach, a homerun derby on the softball field, endless<br />

hours on the golf course or lounging in your backyard hammock.<br />

Unfortunately, too much fun in the sun can be dangerous. Excessive<br />

heat exposure can cause dehydration, which in turn can cause dangerous<br />

conditions like heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke<br />

(also called sunstroke).<br />

No matter what your plans are this summer, you won’t want to miss<br />

any of them. Combating the toll of the heat and sun on your body will<br />

keep you healthy and active all summer long. Try a few of these simple<br />

precautions, and you’ll still be going strong as the leaves start to turn.<br />

WHAT TO WEAR<br />

The way you dress can go a long way towards keeping you comfortable<br />

when you’re outside in the heat. Make sure you bring:<br />

Light-Colored Clothes<br />

The white linen shirt every male movie star wears on the beach isn’t<br />

just fashionably conscious; it’s also intelligent for hot, sunny days.<br />

Dark clothing absorbs more heat and tight clothes don’t let sweat -<br />

your body’s natural cooling system - evaporate.<br />

Sunglasses<br />

Sunglasses are chic and functional. They prevent harmful ultraviolet<br />

(UV) rays from scorching your corneas and protect your eyes for<br />

many more summers to come. Choose sunglasses that block 90 to<br />

100 percent of UV rays.<br />

Hats<br />

Unlike 8-inch high heels at the beach, a hat is smart summer fashion.<br />

Throwing on a wide-brimmed hat prevents UV rays from hitting the<br />

sensitive spots on your face and keeps your skin looking young and<br />

wrinkle-free.<br />

Sunscreen<br />

Nothing knocks good days off a summer calendar like a nasty sunburn.<br />

When outdoors, use sunscreen with an SPF rating of at least<br />

15. Use a higher-rated, waterproof sunscreen if you’ll be poolside or<br />

out on the beach. Don’t forget to cover areas that burn easily: nose,<br />

ears, shoulders and back of the neck.<br />

Lip Balm<br />

Just like sunscreen protects the rest of your skin, a lip balm with<br />

SPF protection blocks out the sun and keeps in moisture for your<br />

lips. Perfect for a day on the lake or while you’re working on that<br />

summer romance.<br />

HOW TO STAY HYDRATED<br />

The heat makes you sweat, which cools you down, but that also<br />

means you’re constantly losing fluid. Here’s how to stay hydrated:<br />

Water<br />

Don’t wait until you’re thirsty! Drink water throughout the day to<br />

prevent dehydration or over exhaustion. Use the color of your urine<br />

to guide if you’re hydrated enough - the clearer the better.<br />

Juice<br />

All natural juice without added sugar not only provides hydration but<br />

also important nutrients to keep you active in hot weather. Check<br />

the label on the juice bottle and make sure it says “100 percent juice<br />

with no sugar added.”<br />

Avoid Alcohol and Caffeine<br />

While an ice cold cocktail -<br />

complete with a little paper<br />

umbrella - might sound good<br />

on the beach, it won’t be<br />

as refreshing to your body.<br />

That’s because alcohol only<br />

dehydrates you more. If you<br />

can’t barbecue without a<br />

brew, drink a bottle of water<br />

between each alcoholic beverage<br />

to stay hydrated.<br />

Like alcohol, caffeine sucks<br />

the moisture out of you. On<br />

hot days, avoid it as much<br />

as possible, especially when<br />

combined with alcohol.<br />

WHAT TO EAT<br />

The food you eat can also help<br />

you stay cool. Try adjusting<br />

your diet so that it includes:<br />

Fruits and Vegetables<br />

Fruits and vegetables are easy<br />

to digest and often high in<br />

water content. Salads and other dishes rich in seasonal produce will<br />

keep you feeling light and hydrated.<br />

Spicy Foods<br />

Popular in warm climates, the tingling feeling and accompanying<br />

sweat caused by spicy foods has a purpose; the sweat actually cools<br />

your body down.<br />

Low-Fat Meats<br />

Fat takes longer for your body to digest and carries a higher salt<br />

content, which can add extra strain on your body when you need it<br />

maximized for efficiency.<br />

WHEN TO STAY OUT OF THE SUN<br />

Avoid peak hours of sunlight when the temperatures and UV rays are<br />

at their highest, normally between 10 AM and 2 PM. That’s the best<br />

time to head inside, get food and water, let your body cool down and<br />

maybe even take a nap.<br />

When heat and humidity are at their highest, it’s never a bad time<br />

to take a break. Water sports are especially tricky because you can<br />

easily become overheated without realizing it. When in doubt, take<br />

a breather.<br />

WHERE TO HIDE<br />

If you live in an area where summer heat can become dangerous, pay<br />

close attention to any heat-related warnings. When it’s dangerous, stay<br />

inside with the A/C or fan going. If it’s not cool enough at home, find a<br />

cooling station, usually set up at public libraries and other buildings.<br />

If you must be outside, keep your activities close to a shady spot. It<br />

can provide enough of a cool down to keep you safe. Even a small<br />

drop in temperature can make a big difference.<br />

When it’s hot and you’re active, stay close to restaurants, convenience<br />

stores or any other place that can offer cold temperatures and beverages<br />

should you need them in an emergency. If you’re at the beach<br />

or pool, the cool water offers great relief from the heat.<br />

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KATY AREA RETIRED EDUCATORS(KARE)<br />

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These scholarships were made possible by donations from KARE members<br />

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For more information about the Katy Area Retired Educators check out<br />

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SUMMER DAY CAMP: Ages 6-12. No one does camp like the Y! Held at<br />

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SUMMER SPORTS & SPECIALTY CAMPS: Basketball, NFL Flag Football,<br />

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AHFC SOCCER SUMMER CAMP SERIES <strong>2017</strong><br />

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NETBALL CLUBS<br />

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

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

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WOMEN’S FLAT TRACK ROLLER DERBY<br />

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

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KATY RUGBY CLUB<br />

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

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Houston Area Events<br />

JULY <strong>2017</strong><br />

<strong>July</strong> 1 st - Fulshear Farmers’ Market - The Farmers’ Market is every<br />

Saturday from 9 AM-1 PM at 1093 at Bois d’Arc Lane, Fulshear, TX<br />

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pies, cookies, pastas, granolas, dried fruit and nuts, Houston Chili<br />

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toiletries, BBQ sauces, pickles and canned goods, Indian food, heat<br />

and eat meals, locally roasted and blended coffees and more. You<br />

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<strong>July</strong> 1 st -29 th - Bands on the Sand at Moody Gardens, 1 Hope Blvd.,<br />

Galveston, TX. Enjoy this summer concert series on Friday and<br />

Saturday nights from 6 to 10 PM featuring local and regional bands<br />

ranging from R&B, rock, country and blues. The cost is $15 for<br />

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<strong>July</strong> 1 st -29 th - Tremont Jazz Series at The Tremont House, 2300<br />

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10 PM, enjoy live jazz by Trio du Jour in the hotel’s 1888 Toujouse<br />

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<strong>July</strong> 4 th - Freedom Over Texas - Celebrating 30 years of <strong>July</strong> 4 th<br />

music, fireworks and fanfare on Buffalo Bayou, Houston’s signature<br />

patriotic event will turn it WAY up with live performances, family<br />

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<strong>July</strong> 4 th - A Star Spangled Salute at the Miller Outdoor Theatre. Enjoy<br />

an evening with Principal Pops Conductor Michael Krajewski and<br />

the Houston Symphony listening to patriotic, toe-tapping American<br />

music. Make sure to stay until the end for the 1812 Overture -<br />

complete with booming cannons! This celebration concludes<br />

with a magnificent display of fireworks provided by Miller Theatre<br />

Advisory Board. This is a ticketed event for the covered seating area.<br />

Free tickets are available (4 per person over age 16 while they last)<br />

at the Miller Outdoor Theatre box office the day of the performance<br />

between the hours of 10:30 AM-1 PM. If tickets remain at 1 PM, the<br />

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box office will re-open one hour before show time to distribute the<br />

remaining tickets. As always, open seating on the hill. For more<br />

information, visit www.milleroutdoortheatre.com.<br />

<strong>July</strong> 6 th - First Thursday Concert Series in Conroe at Heritage Place,<br />

500 Metcalf Street, Conroe TX 77301. Invite your friends, bring<br />

the family to relax to a variety of bands in this concert series held<br />

every first Thursday in the months of April thru September. Get<br />

comfortable, bring your chairs and blankets. OUTSIDE ALCOHOL<br />

NOT PERMITTED. Beer and concessions available onsite. Water,<br />

soda and food may be brought in. From 6:30-7:30 PM -<br />

Aaron Copeland and 8-9:30 PM - Blue Edmondson.<br />

<strong>July</strong> 8 th - Music Nite on The Strand: Jason James at Saengerfest<br />

Park, 2300 Strand, Galveston, TX. Music Nite on The Strand takes<br />

place on the second Saturday of each month March through<br />

October, 6 PM-9 PM. Presented by Mitchell Historic Properties and<br />

The Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau.<br />

<strong>July</strong> 9 th - MetroPCS Galveston Summer Fest on East Beach, 1923<br />

Boddecker Dr., Galveston, TX from 10 AM-4 PM. Come and join us at<br />

Galveston Summer Fest presented by MetroPCS. Enjoy Music, Food,<br />

Sponsor Giveaways and participate on the 5v5 Beach Soccer Cup or<br />

the Coed 16+ Beach Volleyball Tournament. Win Prizes and have fun<br />

at East Beach Galveston. For more information,<br />

contact david@qintm.com.<br />

<strong>July</strong> 17 th - VegFest Houston. Held annually since 2011 in the<br />

nation’s 4 th largest city, VegFest Houston is the “Premier Vegan<br />

Community Festival of Texas!” FREE ADMISSION! Yearly features<br />

include: Vegan Cuisine, Guest Speakers, Food Demos, Kids Zone,<br />

Live Music, Exhibitor Booths, “Vegan 101” Panels, Yoga & Fitness<br />

Demos, Food Tasting, Prizes and more! For more information, visit<br />

www.VegFestHouston.com.<br />

<strong>July</strong> 19 th -23 rd - Join us for the Annual Houston World Series of Dog<br />

Shows, the city’s premier canine extravaganza, held at NRG Center<br />

in Houston, Texas 77054. Your whole family will enjoy the lively<br />

performance events and exhibitions, relay races and conformation<br />

judging, plus seminars, displays and shopping. Absolutely<br />

everything to do with dogs and the people who love them will be<br />

happening at the Houston World Series of Dog Shows. Mark your<br />

calendar! For more information, visit www.houstondogshows.com.<br />

<strong>July</strong> 22 nd - The 2 nd annual Fajita Festival <strong>2017</strong> is a celebration of<br />

Mexican culture, food, drinks and entertainment at the Houston<br />

Toros Soccer facility, 2202 Summer St., Houston, TX 77007 from 1-9<br />

PM. General admission is $10 and $100 VIP. Come hungry with your<br />

family and friends to enjoy a day filled with a variety of delicious<br />

fajita choices! Texas cookers and grill masters will have everything<br />

from beef to seafood. There will be live entertainment for all to<br />

enjoy including local bands, Dj’s, Baile folklorico, live artist painting,<br />

costume characters, interactive games for prizes and delicious<br />

carnival treats including Grandma’s Boys Lemonade. There will be a<br />

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festival featuring the Blessing of the Vines, followed by an evening of<br />

grape picking and stomping in the Messina Hof Estate Vineyard. Dinner<br />

will feature a fabulous vineyard cuisine buffet with a wide selection of<br />

complimentary wines for guests to enjoy! For more information, visit<br />

www.messinahof.com.<br />

<strong>July</strong> 29 th - “Riders In The Sky” - Salute to Roy Rogers at The Grand,<br />

2020 Postoffice St., Galveston, TX at 8 PM. For more than thirty-five<br />

years Riders In The Sky have been keepers of the flame passed on by<br />

the Sons of the Pioneers, Gene Autry and Roy Rogers, reviving and<br />

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NEWS<br />

BETHEL BIBLE FELLOWSHIP...THE TABLE<br />

You’re invited to come to “The Table” this summer at Bethel Bible Fellowship<br />

at 9:45AM on <strong>July</strong> 9 th and 30 th (this date will be following 11<br />

AM service). “The Table” is a time for free food, fun for the whole family<br />

and a relevant message suitable for babies to senior adults. Everyone is<br />

welcome at “The Table.” Check out our website for more details.<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<br />

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

started in January. Please visit our website at Katycwc.org for locations<br />

or call Janet Collins at 281-762-8252.<br />

For more information or to RSVP for the luncheon, please email Nancy<br />

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

KATY WOMEN’S AGLOW<br />

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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HOPE IMPACTS BIBLE STUDIES<br />

Mondays at the Bagel Café 7-8:30 PM. Bible Study includes<br />

dinner.<br />

Located 631 S Mason Rd, Katy, TX 77450<br />

Thursdays 12-1:30 PM, Ladies Discovery Bible Study and lunch<br />

on the first 3 weeks of the month. Hope Impacts office is located<br />

at 802 Dominion Suite 300, Katy, TX 77450. Registration is<br />

required and onsite childcare provided upon advance request.<br />

Minimum participation 2, Maximum 10. Questions call 713-705-<br />

7884 ask for Marilyn or Tina.<br />

PROPHETIC BIBLE STUDY FROM THE TORAH<br />

Prophetic Bible Study from the Torah starting with Leviticus<br />

chapter 23, “the feasts of the Lord,” using authentic Hebrew<br />

Scrolls and the New Testament. The lessons are in English, Chinese<br />

and partially finished in the Russian language. Lessons are<br />

web based until a group study is formed in Katy http://scrolls4all.<br />

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

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH<br />

SENIOR ADULT NEWS<br />

Trinity Baptist Church Senior Adults get together on Monday<br />

afternoons from 1-4 PM for a time of fellowship, prayer and<br />

games... Come join the fun!<br />

ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC<br />

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. The Church is located in<br />

downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You can get to the church if traveling<br />

west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right at the light, go to the second<br />

stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left and the Church Hall will<br />

be on your right one block down. For more info., call 281-391-4758.<br />

SAINT EDITH STEIN CATHOLIC CHURCH<br />

FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO<br />

Friday night BINGO is held the first Friday of February, May, June and<br />

August. This will be a fun evening for the entire family. Everyone can<br />

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Trinity Baptist Church is located at 10000 Spring Green Blvd.<br />

(corner of Spring Green and Fry). For more information, visit<br />

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

AREA BINGOS<br />

EPIPHANY BINGO<br />

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

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

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

color monitor, computerized bingo equipment, snack bar and<br />

large cash prizes. Profits benefit charitable outreach programs.<br />

Epiphany Catholic Church, Church Community Center, 1530<br />

Norwalk Dr. (between Fry and Mason Roads, south of I-10 behind<br />

Nottingham Subdivision) off Highland Knolls. Early bird games<br />

begin at 7:30 PM and regular games at 8 PM. For more info, call<br />

the bingo hall number at 281-578-3905.<br />

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FORT BEND COUNTY LIBRARIES (FBCL)<br />

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Summer Reading!<br />

SUMMER READING CLUBS “Build a Better World” - May 29-August 31, <strong>2017</strong><br />

Fort Bend County Libraries presents special reading clubs during the summer to encourage reading among people of all ages. Library programs<br />

and activities continue through <strong>July</strong> 29 th . There is no charge to join the Summer Reading Clubs (SRC) and they are open to everyone,<br />

regardless of the county of residence. Participants may register at any Fort Bend County library or they may register online by going to the<br />

FBCL website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us) and clicking on the “SRC Sign-Up” image. When the online registration form has been completed,<br />

readers will then have their own online page on which to record their books or reading time. Prizes must be collected from the “primary<br />

library of use” that the reader indicated on the registration form. The last day to pick up awards is August 31 st . The Summer Reading Clubs<br />

are sponsored by Fort Bend County Libraries, the Friends organizations that support the county library system and the Collaborative Summer<br />

Library Program, a consortium of states working together to provide high-quality children’s summer-reading program materials for<br />

public libraries.<br />

SUMMER READING CLUB FOR CHILDREN<br />

Children from infancy through elementary school-age are invited to come to the library to read a lot of great books, see some exciting<br />

programs and join in some fun activities to kick off a great summer! Children are encouraged to read or listen to as many books as they can<br />

and they will earn rewards based on the total number of books they read or have read to them. For the first five books read, the child will<br />

receive a bookmark. The rewards continue with a certificate for 10 books, a pencil for 15 books and a reading trophy for the first 20 books<br />

read. For every 20 books read, the participant’s name will also be written on a picture of a builder’s block to be displayed in that branch<br />

library. The names of participants will be entered into a drawing for gift cards from area stores that will be awarded to several lucky readers<br />

of 20 books or more, in a drawing scheduled in August at each library location.<br />

MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER CHALLENGE<br />

Area youth in grades 6 th -8 th can participate in the SRC by logging online the time they spend reading. Kids are encouraged to read as many<br />

books as they can and they will earn rewards based on the total amount of time they spend reading. For the first 10 hours (600 minutes) of<br />

reading, each reader will receive a mystery prize. Upon completion of 20 hours (1200 minutes) of reading, readers will receive a trophy. The<br />

names of participants who complete 20 or more hours of reading will be entered into a drawing for a $25-gift card that will be awarded to<br />

one lucky reader at each branch library in a drawing that will take place in August.<br />

SUMMER READING CLUB FOR TEENS & ADULTS<br />

Adults of all ages, including young adults in high school, may participate in the YA & Adult SRC by reading books and participating in optional<br />

weekly “challenges” that can be completed individually at home online. Completing the weekly challenges will gain readers additional<br />

entries for the monthly drawings for an FBCL stainless steel insulated bottle. The monthly drawings will take place at the ends of June and<br />

<strong>July</strong> at each branch library for readers who log in and record their reading each week. All YA and adult readers who complete the goal of<br />

reading five books will earn a dual highlighter/pen. In addition, the names of participants who complete at least five books will be entered<br />

into a drawing for a $25-gift card that will be awarded to one lucky reader at each branch library in a drawing that will take place at the end<br />

of <strong>July</strong>. An ultimate grand prize will be awarded to one lucky reader in the library system. Participants in the YA/Adult Summer Reading<br />

Club who complete the program by reading five books will be entered into a drawing for a 16 GB Fire HD 8 tablet with a red case, which will<br />

be awarded to one winner in the library system on <strong>July</strong> 31 st . The last day to pick up awards is August 5 th .<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<br />

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MONTHLY PROGRAMS<br />

• Hispanic Book Group/Club Hispano de Libros - First Wednesday of<br />

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. The Katy Branch Library<br />

hosts motivational discussions in Spanish.<br />

• Spanish Computer Class/Clase de la computadora - Every Friday, 4:30 PM.<br />

Basic computer classes taught in Spanish.<br />

• Adult Computer Classes - The Katy Library offers an array of computer classes in<br />

English - please call for more information.<br />

• Mango ESL Class - Every Friday, 3:30 PM. Learn English with a group going through<br />

Mango Languages, an online computer program.<br />

• Gardening Club - Every month on the 2nd Thursday, 11 AM. Join other gardeners in the<br />

area to learn new ways to grow. Bring your leftover seeds and exchange them for new<br />

seeds to try.<br />

WEEKLY PROGRAMS<br />

• Genealogy SQUAD - Every Monday, 2 PM. Bring your lunch and join us for an informal<br />

genealogy get-together. We’ll have computers, Ancestry.com and other genealogists to<br />

help each other with our searches.<br />

• Knotty & Nice Club - Every Wednesday, 1 PM. The Knotty & Nice Club is the place for you<br />

if you want to learn new needlework techniques, teach someone else or just hang out<br />

with other crafters. Come & join the club!<br />

CHILDREN<br />

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Tuesdays, 10:15 AM and 11 AM - Toddler Time<br />

Thursdays, 10:15 AM and 11 AM - Preschool Storytime<br />

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CINCO RANCH BRANCH LIBRARY (FT. BEND CO. LIB.)<br />

2620 Commercial Center Blvd., Katy, TX 77494, 281-395-1311<br />

Hours Mon. 12 Noon - 6 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 9 PM, Wed. 10 AM - 6 PM, Thurs. 10 AM - 6 PM,<br />

Fri. 12 Noon - 5 PM, Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM, Sun. Closed.<br />

To register online for any classes at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click<br />

on “Calendar,” select “Cinco Ranch Branch Library” and find the program. Participants<br />

may also register by calling the library at 281-395-1311 or by visiting the library.<br />

LIBRARY CLOSINGS<br />

<strong>July</strong> 4 th : Independence Day<br />

SPECIAL EVENTS<br />

• ZIKA VIRUS PREPAREDNESS - Saturday, <strong>July</strong> 1 st , 11 AM-12 Noon, Multi-purpose Room.<br />

Learn what precautions to take to protect oneself against the Zika virus.<br />

• MAKING MEXICAN FOOD HEALTHY - Monday, <strong>July</strong> 10 th , 6:30 PM, Multi-purpose Room.<br />

Do you enjoy eating Mexican food that is delicious as well as healthy? Find out about<br />

ways to modify your favorite Mexican food recipe so it is even healthier! Registered and<br />

Licensed Dietician Dianne Gertson will conduct a live cooking demonstration and sampling<br />

of Mexican dishes made healthier by substituting a few basic ingredients.<br />

• CHESS DAY @ THE LIBRARY - Saturdays, <strong>July</strong> 15 th and 29 th , 10:30 AM-3:30 PM, Meeting<br />

Room. People of all ages and skill levels - from beginners to advanced - who are interested<br />

in playing chess, are invited to practice their strategies while playing against others in a<br />

relaxed, stress-free environment. Learn a new chess move (or two) during this come-and-go<br />

activity. Experienced players will be on hand to provide tips and assistance. A limited number<br />

of chess sets will be provided, but players are welcome to bring their own sets as well.<br />

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• THE GAME’S AFOOT! SHERLOCK SCAVENGER HUNT - Thursday,<br />

<strong>July</strong> 13 th , 2-4 PM, Multi-purpose Room.<br />

• JEOPARDY TRIVIA GAME - Saturday, <strong>July</strong> 22 nd , 2-4 PM, Meeting Room.<br />

Participants will be divided into teams, who will compete to correctly<br />

answer the most questions. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!<br />

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS<br />

(The library is unable to accommodate daycares and school groups at<br />

these activities.)<br />

• Mother Goose Time: Tuesdays at 10:15 AM, provides caregiver/infant<br />

activities and songs especially designed for the youngest book-lovers,<br />

from age 1 month to 12 months. This activity will NOT take place on<br />

<strong>July</strong> 4 th , the library will be closed for the holiday.<br />

• Stories & Play: Tuesdays at 2 PM, for children from 1 to 3 years of<br />

age. Children will be treated to a story and then have open play time.<br />

This activity will NOT take place on <strong>July</strong> 4 th , the library will be closed<br />

for the holiday.<br />

• Toddler Time: Wednesdays at 10:15 AM and Thursdays at 10:15 AM<br />

and 11:30 AM - offers caregiver/child activities, stories and songs for<br />

older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age.<br />

• Story Time: Wednesdays at 11:30 AM. Age 3-6, where they hear stories,<br />

watch movies and participate in age-appropriate craft activities.<br />

• Pajama Night Story Time: Tuesdays at 7 PM - gives families an evening<br />

option for the activities presented during the daytime. This activity will<br />

NOT take place on <strong>July</strong> 4 th , the library will be closed for the holiday.<br />

• PUBLISH YOUR BOOK FOR FREE! - Saturday, <strong>July</strong> 15 th , 3-4 PM,<br />

Multi-purpose Room. Carolyn Janisé will talk about the basic components<br />

of self-publishing a book, from designing the cover art,<br />

layout and design to editing, printing and distribution. Learn how to<br />

begin the publishing process and about the different methods that<br />

are available. Janise will also discuss costs and technical details.<br />

• ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES: All computer classes will take place<br />

in the Computer Lab. Reservations are required.<br />

MS Word Survival Basics: Tuesday, <strong>July</strong> 11 th , 10 AM<br />

MS Word: Intermediate: Tuesday, <strong>July</strong> 18 th , 10 AM<br />

MS Excel: Intermediate: Thursday, <strong>July</strong> 20 th , 10 AM<br />

MS PowerPoint Survival Basics: Wednesday, <strong>July</strong> 26 th , 10 AM<br />

MS Excel: Advanced: Thursday, <strong>July</strong> 27 th , 10 AM<br />

EVENTS<br />

• CINCO RANCH NIGHT READERS - Tuesday, <strong>July</strong> 18 th beginning<br />

at 7 PM, in Conference Room. The book to be discussed is Thirteen<br />

Hours, written by Deon Meyer.<br />

• ESL CONVERSATION CIRCLES - Fridays, <strong>July</strong> 14 th and 28 th , 1-2<br />

PM; Multipurpose Room. Fort Bend County Libraries presents a<br />

program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place<br />

to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “Conversation<br />

Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking<br />

people to gather in a relaxed setting and discuss topics of their own<br />

choosing while practicing their English skills.<br />

YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS teens grades 9-12<br />

• YOUNG ADULT BOOK CLUB - Wednesday, <strong>July</strong> 12 th , 3-4 PM,<br />

Conference Classroom. Teen readers will have the opportunity<br />

to meet with others who share the same love for great books and<br />

have a lively discussion on the reasons a book or its characters<br />

were liked or disliked. The book to be discussed is The 7 Habits of<br />

Highly Effective Teens, written by Sean Covey.<br />

• Family Story Time: 1 st Saturday of the month at 10:15 AM.<br />

All ages welcome.<br />

• School-Age Programs: Wednesdays at 2 and 3 PM, crafts, movies and<br />

stories for school-aged children in grades 1 through 5 ONLY. Seating is<br />

limited; students must receive a free hand-stamp up to one hour prior<br />

to the program. These programs are made possible by the generous<br />

support of the Friends of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library.<br />

<strong>July</strong> 5 th : REPCO Wildlife Encounters<br />

<strong>July</strong> 12 th : JAWAD: Conflict & the Triple Cs<br />

<strong>July</strong> 19 th : Songwriting Science (presented by AndyRoo)<br />

<strong>July</strong> 26 th : Crafts & Cartoons<br />

• Middle School Programs - Thursdays at 3 PM, activities for youth in<br />

grades 6 through 8. These programs are made possible by the generous<br />

support of the Friends of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library.<br />

<strong>July</strong> 6 th : Harry Potter “Sweet Tooth” Extravaganza<br />

<strong>July</strong> 13 th : Scrapbooking for Tweens<br />

<strong>July</strong> 20 th : Poetry Pwnage<br />

<strong>July</strong> 27 th : DJ Party<br />

SPECIAL EVENTS - YOUTH SERVICES<br />

• Family Movie Day - Friday, <strong>July</strong> 14 th , 1:30 PM, Meeting Room. Released<br />

in 2016, this Oscar-nominated, animated comedy is about a group<br />

of pampered pets who live lives of leisure in a Manhattan apartment<br />

complex. This movie is rated PG.<br />

• Family Movie Day - Friday, <strong>July</strong> 28 th , 1:30 PM, Meeting Room. In this<br />

2016 animated comedy is adapted from a hugely popular video-game<br />

series about three birds named Red, Chuck and Bomb. This movie is<br />

rated PG.<br />

All programs are free and open to the public. For more information, call<br />

the Cinco Ranch Branch Library at 281-395-1311 or the library’s Public<br />

Information Office at 281-633-4734.<br />

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PECKHAM PARK ACTIVITIES<br />

These classes are free with priority to Harris Co. residents.<br />

5597 Gardenia, 281-391-4482 - web www.pct3.hctx.net<br />

PRIORITY IS GIVEN TO HARRIS COUNTY RESIDENTS & THOSE WHO<br />

LIVE 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 />

<strong>July</strong> 14, <strong>2017</strong>, 1 PM-5 PM. Includes Adult CPR with AED, Infant/Child<br />

CPR and Standard First Aid. Registration began 6/5/17.<br />

Mary Jo Peckham Park Fishing Lake: The lake is a stocked. Rules<br />

are posted out by the lake. Park hours are 6 AM-10 PM. If you have<br />

questions, please call the Parks Office at 281-531-1592.<br />

ONGOING CLASSES<br />

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<br />

Friday starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call Friday<br />

starting at 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<br />

a full size towel and wear atheletic shoes. Various times available<br />

daily. The machines are closed during class times.<br />

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, muscle<br />

strengthening and endurance-building activities. Mondays, Wednesdays<br />

& 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<br />

may call the day of.<br />

American Red Cross Swim Lessons - Ages 6 months - Adults.<br />

Call or come in to get schedule for lessons.<br />

FOURTH OF JULY FUN FACTS!<br />

While most Americans know that the U.S.’s birthday is celebrated on<br />

<strong>July</strong> 4 th , it’s a misconception that all the signers of the Declaration<br />

of Independence signed it on the Fourth of <strong>July</strong>. For more fun facts<br />

about America’s Independence Day, keep reading:<br />

• How many people signed the Declaration of Independence on<br />

<strong>July</strong> Fourth? Two.<br />

• What day did most signers of the Declaration of<br />

Independence actually sign<br />

the document? 8/2/1776<br />

• When did the Fourth of <strong>July</strong> become a legal federal holiday? 1870.<br />

• When were fireworks first used to celebrate <strong>July</strong> Fourth? 1777<br />

• How many people lived in the U.S. when the Declaration<br />

was signed? 2.5 million<br />

• Which newspaper first printed the Declaration of Independence?<br />

The Pennsylvania Evening Post<br />

• Which president first held a Fourth of <strong>July</strong> celebration at the<br />

White House? Thomas Jefferson<br />

• Which country gained independence from the United States<br />

on <strong>July</strong> Fourth? The Philippines, in 1946<br />

• When was the Star Spangled Banner decreed as the official<br />

U.S. anthem? 1931<br />

• How many hot dogs will American consume on <strong>July</strong> 4 th ?<br />

155 million!<br />

• What are two of our nation’s greatest symbols? Liberty Bell<br />

and Statue of Liberty<br />

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JULY LAWN & GARDEN TO-DO CHECKLIST<br />

<strong>July</strong> Lawn & Garden To Do List<br />

Trees and Shrubs<br />

Vegetables and Herbs<br />

Prune dead and damaged branches.<br />

Remove garlic scapes (flower heads).<br />

Remove suckers by yanking downward.<br />

Order garlic bulbs for fall planting.<br />

Stop pruning flowering shrubs until spring.<br />

Feed vegetables with compost or organic fertilizer.<br />

Nonblooming hedges can be trimmed as needed. Harvest veggies and give away any produce you<br />

Deadhead roses for continued blooming.<br />

can’t use.<br />

Apply chelated iron to deficient plants.<br />

Remove plants that have finished producing.<br />

Stop fertilizing trees and shrubs.<br />

Continue weeding, watering, and removing insects.<br />

Continue planting trees and shrubs, but water well. Start seeds for cool-season fall vegetables.<br />

Apply extra mulch to hold in moisture<br />

Give herbs a haircut, and use the cuttings.<br />

Avoid disturbing the roots of shallow plants.<br />

Harvest herbs just as the flower buds appear.<br />

Take softwood cuttings of shrubs.<br />

Mulch sprawling and vining vegetables.<br />

Water trees infrequently, but deeply.<br />

Harvest berries before birds and squirrels get them.<br />

Remove and discard fallen fruits and vegetables.<br />

Perennials and Bulbs<br />

Harvest corn when the tassels turn brown and the<br />

Shear chrysanthemums and asters until mid month. kernels are full and milky.<br />

Lightly trim bushy or leggy perennials.<br />

Harvest melons when they slip easily from the<br />

Stop deadheading perennials if you want seeds. vine.<br />

Make one more planting of gladiolus.<br />

Give your tomatoes TLC in temps over 90° F.<br />

Support vines and tall plants with trellises.<br />

Cut flowers in the early morning.<br />

Houseplants<br />

Order spring-blooming bulbs now.<br />

Put houseplants outdoors in the shade.<br />

Divide and transplant Oriental poppies.<br />

Water houseplants regularly.<br />

Feed houseplants every couple of weeks.<br />

Annuals and Containers<br />

Repot pot-bound houseplants.<br />

Water containers daily.<br />

Add a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.<br />

Cleanup and Maintenance<br />

Deadhead faded blossoms for more blooms.<br />

Pinch back leggy stems to encourage branching. Attack poison ivy the moment you spot it!<br />

Start seeds for pansies and other winter annuals. Work outdoors in the cool of the morning.<br />

Add extra mulch to keep plant roots cool.<br />

Lawns<br />

Pull blooming weeds first.<br />

Continue mowing at the highest setting for your Start a compost pile, or turn your existing one.<br />

lawn type (3”- 4” for cool-season grasses, 2” -3” Clean the filter in your water features.<br />

for warm-season grasses).<br />

Refresh the water in fountains and bird baths.<br />

Give your lawn one inch of water per week.<br />

Keep hummingbird feeders cleaned and refilled.<br />

Consider allowing fescue or bluegrass lawn to go Reduce fertilizing in general.<br />

dormant for the summer.<br />

Water plants deeply at the root zone.<br />

Mulch your grass clippings.<br />

Remove Japanese beetles and other pests.<br />

Edge planting beds with a string trimmer or edger. Begin ordering bulbs and seeds for fall planting.<br />

Plant warm-season grasses and keep watered. Provide a pan of water for birds and butterflies.<br />

Stop fertilizing lawns in midsummer.<br />

Take cuttings for rooting or drying indoors.<br />

Make sure mower blades are sharp.<br />

Taken from: www.todayshomeowner.com/july-lawn-garden-to-do-list/:<br />

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COMMUNITY HEROES - VOLUNTEER<br />

BE AN EVERYDAY HERO<br />

Volunteer firefighting is one of the most rewarding experiences you’ll ever have.<br />

Community VFD offers free fire training<br />

and volunteering is a great way to make a<br />

difference personally while having a positive<br />

impact in your community. Volunteers<br />

can fight fires, drive apparatuses, extract<br />

patients from vehicles at accidents scenes<br />

and etc.<br />

Community VFD also provides emergency<br />

medical services (EMS) and provides<br />

opportunities for individuals with a Texas<br />

EMS certification to serve their community.<br />

Visit www.communityvfd.org<br />

or email Chief Steve Fowler at sfowler@communityvfd.com.<br />

EVERY MOMENT COUNTS WHEN TREATING A STROKE<br />

According to the American Stroke Association (ASA),<br />

stroke is the 5 th leading cause of death and a leading<br />

cause of adult disability in the United States. On average,<br />

someone in the U.S. suffers a stroke every 40<br />

seconds, someone dies of a stroke every four minutes<br />

and nearly 800,000 people suffer a new or recurrent<br />

stroke each year.<br />

The ASA uses the acronym FAST to help people<br />

remember the signs of stroke.<br />

• Face Drooping<br />

• Arm Weakness<br />

• Speech Difficulty • Time to Call 911<br />

If you’re the one having the stroke, you may not see the symptoms. That’s why it’s important<br />

that everyone know the signs so that they can recognize the symptoms in others<br />

and call for help.<br />

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ALL AMERICAN PET PHOTO DAY<br />

All American Pet Photo Day is observed annually on <strong>July</strong> 11 th . So,<br />

make sure your camera is fully charged and ready as you are encouraged<br />

to take photos of your pets. Although you take pictures<br />

of your pets all year long, <strong>July</strong> 11 th has been set aside to get special<br />

pictures of your pets.<br />

HOW TO OBSERVE<br />

Dress them up, take them to the park, set them in a chair, put<br />

them on a fancy pillow or whatever your imagination creates for a<br />

special photograph of your loved ones. Post on social media using<br />

#AllAmericanPetPhotoDay.<br />

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PET INFORMATION<br />

SCHOOL’S OUT - CAN WE HAVE A PET?<br />

Summer is here, children are out of school<br />

and may need a project. What better time to<br />

get involved with a rescue group and help a<br />

dog or cat in need? That’s what fostering an<br />

animal is all about. Fostering is an important<br />

step in the transition from shelter/street to<br />

“happy ever after.” Loving Arms Pet Placement<br />

is a foster-based rescue for dogs and cats and<br />

is always in need of foster families.<br />

There is a lot more to fostering than providing<br />

food, water and a safe place to sleep. To<br />

attract potential adopters, the animal must<br />

be people friendly. Include the animal in<br />

your daily home life inside your home. Get to<br />

know them as individuals so you can share<br />

personality traits, likes/dislikes, anecdotes.<br />

Treat the animal like your own and train him/<br />

her, if possible.<br />

Tell Loving Arms Pet Placement rescue in<br />

what capacity you can help. Can your home<br />

only accommodate small animals or can you<br />

foster big dogs? Can you handle puppies and<br />

kittens or only mature animals? Can you take<br />

more than one animal at once?<br />

Visit Loving Arms Pet Placement website at<br />

www.lovingarmspetplacement.com or visit<br />

us at Petsmart on Highway 6 and FM 529<br />

each Saturday from 11 AM until 5 PM.•<br />

When you or someone you know considers<br />

adopting a dog, please check out one of our<br />

five local animal shelters:<br />

1. BARC - Bureau of Animal Regulation and<br />

Care i.e. Houston’s animal control or city<br />

pound. 713-229-7300<br />

2. Harris County Animal Control<br />

3. Houston SPCA<br />

4. Houston Humane Society<br />

5. CAP - Citizens for Animal Protection<br />

281-497-0591<br />

Or check the following breed specific<br />

rescue organizations:<br />

WWW.PETFINDER.COM<br />

WWW.ADOPTAPET.COM<br />

www.houstonpettalk.com/resources/rescue-groups/<br />

SCOOPAGE PET POOPAGE<br />

It may not be a fabulous way to walk, but<br />

please have courtesy to please scoop when<br />

your pet poops during your walks. Throughout<br />

the community trails, you will find areas to toss<br />

your pet’s poopage and in some areas, there<br />

are also bags. Carry your own grocery bags -<br />

you’ll be recycling at the same time! Many of<br />

your neighbors work hard with their lawncare<br />

and landscaping. Come with a scooper and a<br />

recycled grocery bag or anything else. Picking<br />

up after your pets shows your respect for every<br />

homeowner and our beautiful community. Pet<br />

feces damages lawns and many residents are<br />

working hard to maintaining their grass!<br />

FT. BEND COUNTY LEASH LAW<br />

Animals that are not properly restrained pose<br />

a threat to all our residents. While you may<br />

know your pet is friendly, an animal running<br />

at someone who is walking by is very scary<br />

for that person. Many children are afraid<br />

of animals and become frightened, which<br />

could result in the child getting hurt trying<br />

to avoid the animal. Although most dog bites<br />

occur on the property where the dog lives,<br />

unrestrained or free-roaming dogs do pose a<br />

threat to the public. In addition, unrestrained<br />

animals are at increased risk of being bitten<br />

by rabies-infected wildlife.<br />

To make a complaint or report an animal that is<br />

not properly restrained please contact<br />

Ft. Bend County Animal Control -281-342-1512<br />

“LEASH LAW” INFORMATION<br />

Animal control authorities are permitted to<br />

enter your Property to patrol and remove<br />

pets. Pets must be registered, licensed and<br />

inoculated as required by law.<br />

As a dog owner, you are responsible for the<br />

control of your dog. If your dog is one that<br />

‘makes objectionable noise,’ you must make<br />

every effort to respect your Neighbor’s right<br />

to their ‘peace and quiet.’<br />

When your dog is not in your yard, it is imperative<br />

that you keep your dog on a leash<br />

at all times. While your dog is friendly to you<br />

and your family, imagine the consequences<br />

if it were to harm someone while it was<br />

‘roaming free.’<br />

Please respect other resident’s right to walk<br />

the common area ground without fear of<br />

attack from an unleashed dog.<br />

Laws are written to ensure that owned animals<br />

are confined to their property or kept on<br />

a leash to free a community of unrestrained<br />

and free-roaming animals. Although most<br />

dog bites occur on the property where the<br />

dog lives, unrestrained or free-roaming dogs<br />

do pose a substantial threat to the public. In<br />

addition, unrestrained animals are at<br />

increased risk of being bitten by rabies infected<br />

wildlife. Enforcement of restraint laws<br />

is essential in enhancing the animal control<br />

program’s efforts to reduce the risk of rabies<br />

in our community.<br />

LICENSING OF DOGS AND CATS<br />

The primary benefit of licensing animals<br />

is identification,<br />

should that animal become lost.<br />

Licensing also:<br />

• Ensures that rabies vaccination are current.<br />

• Allows for quick identification in case of<br />

a bite incident.<br />

• Provides revenue to offset the administra<br />

tion costs of the animal control program.<br />

VACCINATION<br />

Rabies vaccinations are a prerequisite for<br />

licensing dogs and cats because they are an<br />

important control measure for the public<br />

health threat of rabies. In addition to protecting<br />

pets, rabies vaccinations provide a barrier<br />

between infected wild animals and humans.<br />

PREVENT EXCESSIVE BARKING!<br />

Dogs left alone all day get lonely, bored and<br />

restless. Many find relief in barking. Some respond<br />

noisily to any and all activity. Nothing<br />

is as annoying as incessant barking-even for<br />

dog lovers. If your dog is a yapper or a yowler,<br />

please consider some of these bark-abatement<br />

ideas to keep the noise down in your<br />

area. Your neighbors will thank you!<br />

• Training. Training not only helps your dog,<br />

you’ll be surprised how much it helps you,<br />

too. You may get some insight into why your<br />

dog barks so much, or what it is trying to<br />

communicate.<br />

• Citronella collars.<br />

• Confinement. Sometimes simply bringing<br />

an outspoken dog indoors or confining it<br />

to a crate cuts down on the disturbance to<br />

neighbors.<br />

• For inside dogs, reduce stimulus. Close<br />

drapes to help muffle street noise, or leave<br />

a radio on to mask it.<br />

• Companionship. Dogs are pack animals;<br />

they need companionship-a cat, bird or<br />

another dog. Consider a mid-day visit from<br />

a pet-sitting service or drop your pooch off<br />

at a friend’s place or a day-care facility once<br />

or twice a week.<br />

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Classified Ads<br />

HOW TO PLACE A<br />

CLASSIFIED AD<br />

To place a Classified Ad, go to the<br />

Krenek Printing website at www.<br />

krenekprinting.com. Hover your<br />

mouse over Submissions and choose<br />

Classifieds. Select which area (Hwy<br />

6, Katy or Both) you would like to<br />

see your ad appear. Then select the<br />

Category for your ad. Your ad will be<br />

calculated and you may make your<br />

payment online. If you have any questions,<br />

please give us a call at<br />

281-463-8649.<br />

FOR SALE<br />

Twin XL Serta Essential adjustable bed with Serta memory gel foam<br />

mattress. Used only 3 months. We paid $1,979 for the bed and mattress.<br />

Sale price is only $800. Call 281-858-4809 or text 713-824-4876.<br />

Photos available on request.<br />

2 large 3-drawer file cabinets, $50 each; 1 large office supply storage<br />

cabinet, $60; 1 stationary bike w/ weights, $150. All excellent condition.<br />

Phone 713-983-9825.<br />

A must see! Antique 3/4 Walnut bed, $300; Antique Burl full size bed,<br />

$500. Questions, 281-797-1153. Cinco Ranch.<br />

Memorial oaks Cemetery Companion Crypt (perpetual care), $12,000.<br />

Please call 281-807-1103.<br />

Brand new, never worn 3” heel Capezio closed toe T-strap character<br />

shoe with brace, black, size 7, $100. Regular price without brace,<br />

$250. 713-459-7792.<br />

MOVING/GARAGE SALES<br />

Moving sale in Green Trails with lots of high end quality items to sell.<br />

Glass ware: Lenox Windswept crystal stemware, wine & champagne,<br />

8; Noritake Remembrance, Ebony/amethyst water/wine stems with<br />

gold rim; Mikasa opus black china, 8 place sets & serve ware. Furniture:<br />

Beautiful elegant formal dining room table with extra leaf, hutch<br />

& 6 chairs finished in walnut; Kitchen table with extra leaf & 6 chairs,<br />

two tone off white & oak finishes; Large Baker Road Oak 3 pc. corner<br />

cabinet entertainment or storage, selling cheap at $100; Beautiful<br />

36 X 72 executive desk & 24 x 72 matching credenza with locking file<br />

and top drawers, cherry finish, in excellent condition, $900; Tiffany<br />

style lamps & fixtures, pots, plant stands, patio furniture & chairs.<br />

High End home stereo equipment: 1 Pr. Vintage Klipschorn satin<br />

black corner horn speakers w/Stephens woofers & Crites tweeters<br />

& crossovers, in excellent condition, $5,500; Klipsch, B & W & JBL<br />

tower & bookshelf speakers, Velodyne subs, Denon receivers & DVD<br />

players, Pioneer Elite, Sony, Yamaha & more, open to offers. Call for<br />

more information 224-678-4935.<br />

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AUTOS, BOATS, MOTORCYCLES AND ACCESSORIES<br />

Brand new car! <strong>2017</strong> Black Dodge Challenger, 5,500 miles, $26,000.<br />

Text -281-216-6051 for pictures.<br />

HELP WANTED - CARE<br />

APPLY NOW! Cornerstone Church (1351 S Mason @ Park York) is in<br />

need of loving adults to provide care for our infants and toddlers on<br />

Sunday mornings/evenings, Thursday mornings/evenings and for<br />

occasional special events. Looking for: experience with children, servant<br />

attitude, cooperative/team players, willing to follow the policies<br />

and procedures provided by Cornerstone Church. References will be<br />

required upon application. Please contact Carol for more information<br />

at: info@CornerstoneKaty.org.<br />

HELP WANTED<br />

Register Tapes Unlimited is looking for Inside Sales/Telemarketing<br />

reps to work in our corporate office call center in the Houston/Katy<br />

area. We have a contract with over 10,000 major grocery chains in 47<br />

states and Western Canada. Heavy Cold Calling to Business Owners<br />

to set appointments for top producing outside reps, $10/Hour plus<br />

unlimited Comm. & Bonuses. Our team’s average $15-$30/hour w/<br />

comm. Full Time M-F. No Late nights or weekends, great environment.<br />

You will be eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision & Life insurance after<br />

60 days, 401k after 1 year. No experience needed: www.rtui.com. To<br />

apply, send resume to jamelyn.brown@rtui.com.<br />

Looking for people to work in the field services, crew workers and<br />

helpers to work on servicing irrigation systems for growing Irrigation<br />

Company, no experience needed, will train. Must have own transportation<br />

and clean driver’s license. Growth opportunity, Northwest<br />

Houston area. Email: sprinklerworkers@gmail.com.<br />

Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have<br />

experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment<br />

info. Send resume to randy@westhoustonelectric.com.<br />

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Katy Memorial Power Washing is seeking a power washing and roof<br />

cleaning technician. Requirements: must be a self-starter, flexible,<br />

team player, willing and able to work multiple jobs with minimum<br />

supervision; must be able to work on max height 2 story roofs; have<br />

a good driving record; must have experience towing a 12’ trailer and<br />

be proficient at backing trailer; no prior experience power washing or<br />

roof cleaning necessary, we train; live in the Katy, Texas area. Submit<br />

your resume via email to support@k-mpw.com.<br />

Plumbers or Apprentices for repair. Bilingual preferred.<br />

Please call 281-256-2239.<br />

Housekeepers needed. Great hours for moms with school age<br />

children. 281-861-0394.<br />

Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state<br />

licensed. 281-550-0900.<br />

Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have<br />

experience, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment<br />

info. Send resume to randy@westhoustonelectric.com.<br />

HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE<br />

2 - one/half acre connecting lots (total one acre) on Grand Harbour<br />

Island on Lake Conroe in Montgomery, Texas. Excellent location on<br />

water. Will sell together or separate. $150,000 each OBO.<br />

281-858-4422.<br />

TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES<br />

Galveston Seawall Condo, beautiful ocean view, full kitchen, sleeps<br />

4-6, $550/weekend, Nottingham family owned. Completely renovated,<br />

NOT in rental pool. No pets. So close and so much fun, Galveston!<br />

Stacie 713-302-5222.<br />

Unobstructed Gulf views from this ninth floor Destin,<br />

FL condo, sleeps 6, 1 BR 2 BA. https://www.vrbo.com/936806.<br />

Vacation Home in Galveston, TX located beachside, 16 miles from<br />

downtown Galveston, 2nd row gulf view home with cargo lift, sleeps<br />

19 people, 6 bedrooms with 3 master suites, large 2-story deck.<br />

Great family getaway! Book: https://www.sandnsea.com/booking/<br />

sea-pearl/SEAPEARL phone: 409-797-5500.<br />

Ocean view vacation rental in San Diego, 1,1OO SF corner unit facing<br />

the Pacific. For details text your email address to: Art Bennett<br />

713-247-9507.<br />

Furnished ocean view vacation rental available in San Diego California.<br />

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<strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> | <strong>July</strong> <strong>2017</strong>


FRIED CHICKEN<br />

You could make this on National Fried Chicken Day <strong>July</strong> 6 th !<br />

INGREDIENTS:<br />

2 to 3 pounds chicken, cut into pieces 3 cups all-purpose flour<br />

5 tbsp. seasoned salt 3 tbsp. garlic powder<br />

Salt and pepper to taste<br />

4 eggs, beaten<br />

Vegetable oil for frying<br />

<strong>Grayson</strong> <strong>Lakes</strong> | <strong>July</strong> <strong>2017</strong><br />

Featured Recipes<br />

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DIRECTIONS:<br />

In a shallow plate or bowl, mix the flour, seasoned salt, garlic powder, salt and<br />

pepper. Roll or shake the chicken pieces in the flour mixture and place on a<br />

platter. Then dip each chicken piece in the egg and roll again in flour mixture.<br />

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Fry<br />

coated chicken pieces in hot oil for about 5 minutes on each side. Cover skillet<br />

and cook on lower heat for about 10 minutes. Remove cover, turn up heat and<br />

fry for 5 minutes on each side to make chicken crispy. Chicken is done when<br />

it is no longer pink inside and its juices run clear. Drain fried chicken on paper<br />

towels and keep warm in oven until ready to serve. http://allrecipes.com/<br />

EASY CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM<br />

You could make this on National Ice Cream Day <strong>July</strong> 16 th !<br />

INGREDIENTS:<br />

1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk<br />

2/3 cup chocolate syrup<br />

2 cups heavy cream<br />

DIRECTIONS:<br />

Line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with aluminum foil. In a large bowl, stir together<br />

condensed milk and chocolate syrup until color is even. In a separate bowl,<br />

whip cream until stiff peaks form. Fold cream into chocolate mixture and<br />

pour all into prepared pan. Cover and freeze 6 hours, until firm.<br />

http://allrecipes.com/<br />

PEANUT BUTTER CUP ICE CREAM<br />

You could make this on National Ice Cream Day <strong>July</strong> 16 th !<br />

INGREDIENTS:<br />

¼ cup sugar<br />

3 eggs<br />

1 cup whole milk ¾ cup peanut butter<br />

¾ cup sweetened condensed milk ½ cup half-and-half cream<br />

2 tsp. vanilla extract<br />

12 miniature peanut butter cups, chopped<br />

DIRECTIONS:<br />

In a medium bowl, beat the sugar and eggs with an electric mixer until thick,<br />

about 3 minutes. Set aside. Pour milk into a small saucepan and bring to<br />

a simmer over low heat. Gradually drizzle the hot milk into the eggs while<br />

whisking vigorously. Then pour the whole mixture into the saucepan. Cook<br />

over low heat, stirring constantly, until thick enough to coat the back of a<br />

metal spoon. Do not boil.<br />

Remove from heat, and whisk in peanut butter. Allow to cool slightly, then whisk<br />

in the sweetened condensed milk, half-and-half and vanilla. Cover and refrigerate<br />

until chilled. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to the<br />

manufacturer’s instructions. Fold in peanut butter cups when mixture is still soft,<br />

then transfer to a container and freeze until solid. http://allrecipes.com/<br />

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