Cypress South October 2017

Community News
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October 2017
Important Numbers... 3
Teenage Job Seekers... 4
School News... 5
CFISD Football Schedule... 8
Scouts... 9
Sports... 11
Church News & Events... 12
Community Events... 18
Houston Area Events... 26
Lone Star College Library... 27
City of Hope Feature... 28
Volunteer Opportunities... 30
Support & Help Groups... 31
Featured Recipes... 33
Classified Ads... 34
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A Night of Positively Pink at LaCenterra
A breast cancer awareness celebration | Hosted by Houston Methodist West Hospital
FRIDAY, OCT. 13 | 6-9 P.M. | LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch Courtyard
23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, TX 77494
Join us and bring your family for a night of Positively Pink, a breast cancer awareness celebration.
At this fun and educational event, you will:
• Meet our Breast Care Center team and women’s health specialists
• Receive breast health information
• Enjoy live music by The Mockingbirds Band
• Get free giveaway items and much more!
The event is free. For more information, visit
events.houstonmethodist.org/west-pink
or call 832.522.5522.
Our continued support for the thousands of families
who have lost so much during Hurricane Harvey.
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Cypress Important Numbers
Crest Management (Cypress Creek Lakes)
17171 Park Ten P lace, Ste. 310
Houston, TX 77084 281-579-0761
Van Mor Properties, Inc. (Cypress Creek Ranch)
8711 Highway 6 North
Houston, TX 77095 832-593-7300
Planned Community Management, Inc.-
PCMI (Bridgeland Community)
15995 N. Barker Landing Rd, Suite 162
Houston, TX 77079 281-870-0585
SECURITY
CCL - Harris County Constables 281-463-6666
Harris County Sherriff’s Department
Non-Emergency 713-221-6000
SCHOOLS
Pope Elementary School 281-373-2341
Warner Elementary School 281-213-1650
Smith Middle School 281-213-1010
Cy-Ranch High School 281-373-2300
www.cfisd.net
TRASH/WATER
CCL - Best Trash 281-313-2378
Waste Management 713-686-6666
ST Environmental 281-398-8211
Republic Waste 281-446-2030
CCL- Harris County MUD #374 713-860-6400
CCR- Harris County MUD #371 713-932-9011
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Fire/Ambulance 911
Poison Control 800-222-1222
Animal Control 281-999-3191
Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation 713-941-8972
Mosquito Control 713-796-6900
Children’s Protective Svs 713-394-4000
Harris Co. Public Health & Envir 713-439-6000
U. S. Post Office 800-275-8777
AT&T
www.att.com
Comcast Cable 713-341-1000
En-Touch Systems 281-225-1000
Reliant Energy (Repair) 713-207-7777
Centerpoint Energy 713-659-2111
Street Light Repair 713-207-2222
www.centerpointenergy.com/outage
To report gas leaks 713-659-3552
Street Repair 281-463-6300
METRO 713-635-4000
Cy-Fair Sports Association 281-970-8080
Langham Creek YMCA 281-859-6143
Northwest Library 281-890-2665
Boy Scouts of America 713-756-3383
Girl Scouts of America 800-392-4340
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BRIDGELAND COMMUNITY
FUN RUN FOR HEROES
The Bridgeland Community Fun Run for Heroes will be held
Saturday, October 28 th at Bridgeland’s Festival Park. The
race begins at 7 AM and includes a 5k route through the scenic
Bridgeland community. There will also be a 1k children’s
walk beginning at 7:30 AM, along with booth vendors and
entertainment. The children’s walk is open to strollers and
children are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite
super hero. Each participant may have sponsors who pledge
a contribution for every mile they run on behalf of our service
men and women. Special prizes will be awarded to those
who meet predetermined fund levels. There will also be 1 st ,
2 nd and 3 rd place trophies awarded to the top three finishers
of the timed race. For more information and to join the
online community for the event, go to www.facebook.com/
bridgelandrunforheroes.
To register for the event, go to Bridgelandrunforheroes2017.
eventbrite.com. All proceeds will benefit the Bridgeland
Supports Veterans Inc. projects including a $1.5 milliondollar
Veteran’s Memorial in the heart of the Cypress, TX
community. The organization also supports immediate
needs for local veterans in the community and services other
needs such as Christmas Toys for Veteran’s Children and the
annual events celebrating our brave men and women on
Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day.

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TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS
If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job
seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www.krenekprinting.
com, click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with your name, birthdate
(mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate and the name of your
newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on your form.
Please make sure your email is correct, we send emails in the summer to
make sure all the info is still good and that you want to stay on the list. If
we do not hear back from you after 3 tries, we will remove you from the list
until we do. Must have parent(s) permission.
REMODELING
• Kitchens • Bathrooms • Windows / Doors • Floors • Hardi Siding
• Rooms Additions • Complete Renovations • Patio Covers
Rob Geyer
281-477-3456
DISCLAIMER
Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those listed
on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out references
if you do not personally know those listed. This is just a list of teenagers
from the subdivision who wish to find part time jobs. Responsibility for
any work done by these teenagers is between those seeking helpers and
the teens and their parents.
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SITTER, P - PET CARE ONLY, H - HOUSE CARE, L - LAWN CARE, C- CAR
CARE/DETAILING, T - TUTORING
CYPRESS COMMUNITY TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS
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School News
Pre-Schools
ST. CUTHBERT EPISCOPAL SCHOOL
2017-2018 REGISTRATION
St. Cuthbert Episcopal School’s 2017-2018 registration is underway
and will continue each day during school hours until all of our classes
are filled. We offer 2, 3 or 5 day classes, including a Bridge/Kindergarten
class. St. Cuthbert School enrolls students ages 18 months through 5
years. School hours are Monday-Thursday, 9 AM to 2 PM and Friday,
9 AM to 12 noon.
Our Bridge/Kindergarten program is designed for children who are
not quite ready for kindergarten. This class allows children to succeed
at learning with greater ease and confidence, by helping them bridge
academic and developmental gaps. The St. Cuthbert School program
provides a loving, Christian environment offering the children weekly
chapel, as well as music and movement, library and computer classes.
Our curriculum includes Handwriting without Tears, Reading A-Z, Math
and Science. The program is open to all children, regardless of race,
nationality or faith. St. Cuthbert School is accredited by the National
Association of Education for Young Children (NAEYC) accredited. For
questions or more information, contact Lynda Houghton or Dana Carr
at 281-463-1912 or school@stcuthbert.org.
EPIPHANY FALL PRE-REGISTRATION
FOR 2017-18 SCHOOL YEAR
If you are interested in our 18 month through Pre-K 4/5’s classes OR our
School (K-8 th grade) classes for the Fall of 2017, registration is open. For
more information visit our website at www.epiphanylutheranschool.
org or call 713-896-1843 for K-8 th grade OR 713-896-1316 for 18 mo.
through Pre-Kindergarten classes. We would love for you to join our
school family. We are located at 14423 West Rd. @ Jackrabbit.
GENESIS ACADEMY LOCATED AT
PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH
The Genesis Academy is registering for the 2017-2018 school year.
We offer a mixed ages classroom for children ages 3-5. Our Preschool
Program is from 9 AM-1 PM and we offer 2, 3, 4 or 5 day classes. Our
Child Care is from 6:30 AM-6 PM, M-F. We are a State Licensed facility
located at 16650 Longenbaugh Drive. Please call the office at 281-859-
6200 to schedule a tour. Website: www.thegenesisacademy.com.
Cy-Fair ISD
WWW.CFISD.NET
IMPORTANT DATES
October 9 th - Professional Day - ES Parent Conferences
MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT
Welcome back to school - again! I realize we are starting 2017-2018
a couple weeks later than we originally planned and I appreciate
everyone’s patience during this difficult time.
Certainly, Hurricane Harvey has proven to be a dynamic and
unprecedented event for the CFISD community. So many of our
neighbors have been displaced from their homes due to flooding
and damage and we want to remember those folks in our thoughts
and prayers and continue to provide support as they get back on
their feet.
You may have heard that Texas Commissioner of Education Mike
Morath has waived the nine student days we have missed due to
the flooding. I can assure you that our teachers and staff are going
to provide each student with the same outstanding curriculum and
instruction they would have received had we started on August 28 th .
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The outpouring of support for so many of our friends and neighbors impacted by this tragic event has been inspiring to see. People from different
backgrounds and zip codes have all come together to support this community. That makes me extremely proud, not only to be a CFISD resident but also
an American.
Without a municipal government that covers the entire district, CFISD stepped up to provide temporary shelter, support other shelters and school
districts with food and supplies and help operate our own point of distribution at the Berry Center that provided assistance to more than 5,000
community members.
On a personal note, I want to thank you for your prayers, encouraging comments and emails during this difficult time. I have been a superintendent for
27 years and this was the most challenging and dynamic event I have ever experienced in that role.
For most of us, this event will be in our rear-view mirror rather quickly. But for a significant group of people in our community, this was a life-changing
event. The theme we live by in CFISD is Opportunity for All. Let’s make sure all of our community, with our continued support, has the opportunity to
rebuild their lives this year.
Sincerely, Mark Henry, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
First Day of School for Cy-Fair ISD
Jim and Pam Wells
(Center) join Wells
Elementary School
Principal Cheryl Fisher
(teal shirt) in greeting
students and families
Sept. 11 th on the first
day of classes.
Jim and Pam Wells
served a combined 66
years in CFISD and are
the namesakes of the
new school.
Students exit buses Sept. 11 th at Bridgeland High School on the first day of classes.
Christina Getschmann (left), a primary instructional coach at Hoover Elementary
School, talks with students Sept. 11 th on the first day of classes.
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The Bridgeland High School student body fills up the competition gym Sept. 11 th
on the first day of classes. CFISD’s 12 th high school opens with freshman and
sophomores and is one of three new schools to open its door in the 2017-2018 school year.
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Cheryl Fisher’s Fitbit says she slept four hours, but the principal at brandnew
Wells Elementary School was pretty sure it was less. The first day
of school still has that effect on Fisher. Despite a start date pushed back
two weeks due to the effects of Hurricane Harvey, CFISD classes began
September 11 th , with approximately 116,000 students filling the halls
of 91 campuses. That included three new schools: Wells and Hoover
Elementary schools and Bridgeland High School. For those teachers, staff
members and administrators, reaching the first day of classes marked
an accomplishment in itself. “Seeing those kids come in the first day
of school with their smiles - that would be the pot of gold at the end of
this whole thing,” said Fisher, who spent eight years as the principal at
Keith Elementary School before she was named to her new post - and
subsequently spent much of the spring and summer alone or with little
staff in preparing. “There is a building, there is a complete staff of superexcited
teachers and staff members and these happy children came in and
they deserve the best.”
Said Michael Smith, Bridgeland’s principal after more than nine years at
the same job at Cy-Fair High School: “Whenever you have a new school,
you have to be flexible. Not everything went perfect, but the staff and the
students were great. A lot of energy and a lot of excitement.”
The first day also meant bridging CFISD’s history with its future as the
namesakes of both new elementary schools were on hand, welcoming
students in the morning before walking the halls and returning to
volunteer as Bus Buddies in the afternoon. “I went around to every
classroom this morning and gave all the teachers a hug,” said Janet
Hoover, the namesake for Hoover Elementary School who retired in 2010
after 36 years in CFISD. “It’s the best atmosphere I’ve seen in a long, long
time. It’s a very special place.”
CFISD’s original start date was August 28 th , but was postponed due to
Hurricane Harvey. The district and community rallied and did its part while
employees, families and students waited to start the 2017-2018 school
year. The Berry Center transformed into a massive point of distribution
center with a workforce of CFISD volunteers, funneling donations to
families in need. In addition, numerous school organizations and athletics
teams volunteered in the relief effort.
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But the waiting finally ended. School buses and lines of cars rolled
September 11 th . Students posed for photos. Smiling employees greeted
everyone at the front doors. “I’m a little nervous but I’m very excited,”
said Paige Hintz, a third-grade language arts teacher at Jowell Elementary
School. “I’ve prepared all of this stuff and finally just getting to actually do
it. I’m ready to meet my kids and get it started.”
MOORE ES DONATION AND SUPPLY UPDATE
Dear CFISD community: The outpouring of support you have shown
through volunteerism and donations to the students and staff at Moore
Elementary School has been absolutely incredible! You have worked so
hard to ensure they have everything they need to have a successful school
year. At this time, we are completely stocked with supplies and do not need
anything else. Once school begins, we will be reaching out to others in
need to share the extra supplies. Please know how much your generosity
has meant to the entire Moore community and all those impacted by the
flood. Sincerely, Principal Patricia Myers.
CFISD MENTOR
The CFISD Mentor Program is a cooperative effort of volunteers from
businesses, faith-based and/or non-profit organizations, the community
and the school district designed to encourage students (elementary
through high school) to finish school and focus on future education and
career goals. A mentor is a suitable role model committed to helping a
student with his/her academic and social development. Mentors meet with
students one-on-one for approximately 30 minutes each week. Currently,
over 700 mentors are matched with students. Mentors must be 18 years or
older. To become a mentor, you must attend a training session, complete
a global volunteer/mentor application and consent to a criminal history
record check. Training Sessions - Registration is REQUIRED. Register for
a training session at www.cyfairisd.formstack.com/forms/training. If you
would like to schedule mentor training at your place of business, please
contact the Community Engagement department, Leslie Francis, Director
of Marketing and Business Relations at 281-894-3950.
A virtual volunteer account will be created for you in vSoft once you have been
approved as a mentor (this is the system that the front desk will use at the
school in order to give you a nametag). Your login information will then be sent
to you by vSoft via email. Access your account by visiting www.v-volunteer.com.
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Scouts
GIRL SCOUTS OF SAN JACINTO COUNCIL
COPPER CREEK MEADOWS COMMUNITY
Girl Scouting is open to all girls ages 5 (must be in kindergarten) through
18 who are willing to accept the Girl Scout Promise and law. Copper
Creek Meadows Community serves girls in the residence areas for the
elementary schools listed below, as well as the corresponding middle
and high schools. Home schooled and private school students are always
welcome. Our elementary schools are: Birkes, Fiest, Hairgrove, Horne,
Kirk, Lee, Lieder, Lowery, Metcalf, Owens, Tipps, Wilson, St. Elizabeth Ann
Seton, Texas Christian School and Christian Life Center.
More information about Girl Scouts may be found on the Girl Scouts of San
Jacinto Council website, www.gssjc. The Council phone number is 713-
292-0300. For information on the Copper Creek Meadows Community,
please contact coppercreekmeadowsgirlscouts@gmail.com. Girl Scouts
builds girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a
better place.
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA - COPPERHEAD DISTRICT
For 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found
in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant
in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting
helps youth develop academic skills, self-confidence, ethics, leadership
skills, outdoor skills and citizenship skills that influence their adult lives.
The Boy Scouts of America provides youth with programs and activities
that allow them to:
• Try new things.
• Provide service to others.
• Build self-confidence.
• Reinforce ethical standards.
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Scouting provides youth with a sense that they are important as
individuals while promoting activities that lead to personal responsibility
and high self-esteem. As a result, when hard decisions have to be made,
peer pressure can be resisted and the right choices can be made.
Scouting provides a rewarding experience for boys ages 5 to 21. Scouting
through the local Packs and Troops teach outdoor and life skills which help
our youth Be Prepared. Your area is serviced by the BSA Sam Houston Area
Counsel - Copperhead District which includes 23 Cub Scout Packs (boys 5
to 10 years old), 13 Troops (boys from 11 to 18 years old) and 10 Venturing
units (boys and girls from 14 to 21). Our Units typically meet weekly.
Many of our units are supported by the local Elementary Schools including:
Birkes, Copeland, Duryea, Fiest, Hemmingway, Holmsley, Horne, Jowell,
Lowery, Metcalf, Owens, Postma, Robinson, Sheridan, Tipps, Walker and Wilson.
Other Community groups include: Autumn Creek Baptist Church,
Beck and Masten Automotive, Cornerstone United Methodist Church,
Copperfield Church, Crossbridge Church, Cy-Fair Kiwanis Club, Deerfield
Village HOA, LDS Bear Creek and Copperfield Wards, Middlegate Village
HOA, Peace Community Church, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
and Thornton Middle School.
Please contact Brendan Cronin, Copperhead District Executive (713-756-
3383 or email brendan.cronin@scouting.org) or to go www.copperhead.
shac.org to find join a Scouting unit near you.
BOY SCOUT TROOP 10
Boy Scout Troop 10 meets every Tuesday night during the school year
at the West Houston Church of Christ on West Road and Queenston. Our
meetings begin at 7 PM. We spend our time working on merit badges,
planning for our monthly camp outs and having fun!! Now is the perfect
time to join us and get started on this fabulous journey! If you have a son
in the 6 th grade or higher that would like to join in the fun and adventure
please contact us. Our website is www.troopwebhost.org/Troop10Houston
and our email is Troop10Houston@gmail.com.
BOY SCOUT TROOP 3
Boys, are you yearning for exciting outdoor programs that stir your
imagination and interest? How about camping, fishing, canoeing, hiking,
backpacking and off-road biking? Do you want to learn wilderness
survival, cooking, first aid, orienteering and shooting skills? Scouting is
Fun… with a Purpose - where boys grow into men instilled with values
of duty to God and Country, community service, citizenship, leadership
and self-confidence. Troop 3 is a boy-lead troop where the boys plan an
exciting year-round outdoor program. We camp monthly and include
rock climbing, backpacking and canoeing. Troop 3 also participates in a
weeklong winter camp, as well as a weeklong summer camp.
We welcome all young men, 11-18 years old to visit Boy Scout Troop
3 at 7:00 PM Monday nights at Richard & Meg Weekley Community
Center located at 8440 Greenhouse Road, Cypress. No previous scouting
experience needed! Come see for yourself what Boy Scouts has to offer
and visit with the Scouts to learn more about our troop.
Please visit our website www.houstontroop3.com for more information.
HOMESCHOOL CUB SCOUT PACK 164
Cub Scouts is a fun way to teach boys about character, respect,
responsibility and many other traits. Pack 164 is a Christian, home school
Cub Scout Pack that services the Greater West Houston/Katy area. Pack
164 promotes service to God, to country and to others. If you are interested
and your son is in 1 st through 5 th grade, please contact Jack M. Jones at
281-558-5722.
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Sports
USA FIT CYPRESS
Are you a runner? Are you a fitness walker? Do you want to be? USA Fit
Cypress is a friendly, no pressure group training for a variety of marathons
and half marathons throughout the year. Even if you’ve never run a step
before, training with our group will help you conquer mental and physical
barriers you never thought possible. Beginner, walker, seasoned runner?
No matter your conditioning or pace, we have a place for you. Over the
course of six months, our coaches will help you achieve your personal best
in a non-intimidating, fun and safe environment.
We will provide a weekly training schedule and opportunities for group
training throughout the week with our distance runs on Saturday
morning at Pope Elementary on Bridgeland Lake Parkway in Bridgeland.
Registration for our Winter Season is open and the programs officially
began June 3 rd . Visit us at www.usafitcypress.com to register or for more
information.
HOPE & FITNESS - REV FIT CLASSES
Wanting to move your body and can’t afford a gym? Join Hope & Fitness
- Rev Fit classes! We use a fusion of Cardio, Strength, Stretching and
Drumstick workouts to become Healthy and Whole (Mind, Body & Soul).
A place to move intentionally, Be Inspired and to Belong. FREE workout,
no comparison, for ALL fitness levels. Join us on Thursdays at 6:30 PM
at Copperfield Church (8350 Hwy 6 N, Houston, TX 77095). Lisa Mitchell,
Certified Group Fitness Instructor. Contact info: hopeandfitness17@gmail.
com or call 281-732-3440 (leave a message).
LADIES GOLF
A new ladies golf group is now forming at Cypress Lakes Golf Club. No
handicaps required. This will be a casual ladies golf outing to improve your
game and make some new friends. Play will be on Thursday mornings at
9. For information please email ladiesgolf4fun@gmail.com or call Cypress
Lakes Golf Club at 281-304-8515.
NETBALL CLUBS
Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men and youth to join in, play
and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British School of Houston.
We are also looking for interested players, adults and youth to play in a
new Katy Netball club. No experience necessary. For more information,
go to our facebook page, Houston Shooting Stars Netball Club or www.
netballamerica.com or contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for
further information.
TRACK HOUSTON YOUTH TRACK CLUB
Track Houston is the nation’s largest and most successful youth track and
field organization. Our goal is to assist interested boys and girls ages 6 to 18
years old in improving their physical fitness and mental stamina. We have
multiple practice sites in the Greater Houston area including McMeans
Junior High School in Katy and Cypress Lakes High School in Cypress. Visit
www.trackhouston.com to register for a location near you.
CY-FAIR SPORTS ASSOCIATION
Cy-Fair Sports Association is having registration for baseball, football,
cheerleading and soccer. Please see our website for more information
www.cy-fairsports.org.
WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE
Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite you
to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our purpose
is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun while
improving golfing skills. For more information, contact Sue Crookson at
281-392-4913 scrookson@houston.rr.com or Yana Dommert at 281-394-
2481 yana@entouch.net.
CYPRESS RUNNING CLUB
Cypress Running Club is based in Coles Crossing, just north of 290 off of
Barker Cypress. We welcome runners of all abilities. We offer a Couch-to-
5k training plan for those new to running, as well as training plans for half
and full marathons. Come meet lots of other Cypress residents and find
some new running buddies. Distance runs are on Saturday mornings
and start at Sampson Elementary, right off of Coles Crossing Dr. For more
information and to sign up, please visit http://cypressrunningclub.com
and find us on Facebook.
WEST HOUSTON RUGBY CLUB
West Houston Rugby Club offers excellent opportunities for players of
all ages from minis to adults to participate in one of America’s fastest
growing sports. Our coaches are fully accredited with USA Rugby and
include former European premiership players. We are a not for profit club
with a mission to provide outstanding club management, a fun social
environment and the feeling of a rugby family. Registration is now open
for the 2017/2018 season at www.westhoustonrugby.com. Enquiries
may be sent to info@westhoustonrugby.com. Come and join the fastest
growing club in Houston!
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Church Events
ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOLA CANTORUM
Do you want your children to become lifelong servants of the Church?
Singing in a children’s choir is a great way to help that. The St. Elizabeth
Ann Seton Schola Cantorum is currently accepting children Grades 4-12
for its after-school choir program. The choir is responsible for enriching
the Mass on 10:30 on Sundays and rehearses every Wednesday from
3:45-5 PM. Unique in the area, the choir focuses on singing music from
the rich Catholic tradition, including chant and polyphony, as well as the
finest modern church music. Time is devoted to building the children’s
skills of music reading, vocal technique, thinking about the words and
the structure and meaning of the Mass. Service hours are available for
older students. For more information, please contact Dr. Douglas O’Neill
at doneill@seascs.org.
ADULT ENGLISH CLASSES AT ENGLISH GATEWAY
English Gateway is a program designed to teach conversational English.
The vision and desire of English Gateway is to assist international families
in learning and improving English skills to help them live and be successful
here in the United States. We offer 6 different levels and have open
registration throughout the CFISD school year. Childcare is available for
free for pre-school children as long as they are registered beforehand.
How much does it cost? There is a one-time fee of $20 for the books;
classes are free.
Where does English Gateway meet? We meet at Bayou City Fellowship,
12715 Telge Rd., Cypress, TX 77429.
When does English Gateway meet? We offer two options: Thursday
mornings, 9:30-11:30 AM, Thursday evenings, 6:30-8:30 PM.
What are the starting dates for English Gateway?
Student Registration: 9:30-11:30 AM or 6:30-8:30 PM
For more information, please contact the English Gateway Program
Coordinator: esl@bayoucityfellowship.com.
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CORNERSTONE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
18081 West Road, 281-859-4141, cornerstoneumc.org
FALL PET FOOD DRIVE
Cornerstone United Methodist Church is sponsoring a “fall pet food drive”
from October 1 st through November 1 st for “Provisions Through Christ,”
a pet food pantry. “Provisions for Christ” helps families who are on a fixed
income with pet food expenses so that they can keep their pets in lieu of
having to give them up because of finances. Dry and canned pet food for
dogs and cats can be dropped off by the church office during the week
and/or a basket has been set up in the lobby of the worship center for
collection on Sunday mornings. Please visit their website www.ptchrist.
org for more information about “Provisions for Christ” ministry.
BLESSING OF THE PETS
Cornerstone UMC will be holding its “Blessing of the Pets” on Sunday,
October 1 st at 3:30 PM. People are invited to bring their pets (fish, snakes,
cats, dogs, hamsters, etc.) to receive a special blessing. We will gather in
front of the worship center building and following a brief liturgy, Dr. Dave
Meadows will bless each animal and their owner. If for some reason you
are unable to bring your pet (the pet isn’t people or animal friendly, is
easily frightened or not well), then simply bring a photo. Dogs should be
on leashes. Cats and other pets should be in appropriate carriers. Please
make sure your dog or cat has on a collar with a current ID.
ST. CUTHBERT CHURCH
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
St. Cuthbert Church invites all pets and their people to a Blessing of the
Animals on Sunday, October 1 st at 4 PM, in celebration of the Feast of St.
Francis of Assisi. This is a joyful and fun event that honors the great bond
and relationship between pets and their owners. Animals must be suitably
restrained on a leash or in a cage. If you have questions or want more
information, contact Kim Houghton at stcyouth@stcuthbert.org.
COMMUNITY OF HOPE
On Thursday, October 19 th , at 7 PM, St. Cuthbert Church’s Community of
Hope will present a speaker from Sheltering Arms. Sheltering Arms Senior
Services provides a comprehensive array of services to seniors and their
family caregivers. The presenter will provide an overview of Sheltering
Arms’ Caregiver Support services. This information is useful for those in
their senior years, as well as those caring for elderly family members and
friends. All are welcome.
St. Cuthbert Church is located at 17020 West Road, at the corner of West
and Queenston. Visit stcuthbert.org for more information about all of our
events.
THE FAMILY OF FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH
The Family of Faith Lutheran Church, 16710 FM 529 Road, Houston, Texas
77095. For more information, please call the church office at 281-855-
2950. You may also visit our website at www.tfof.org.
YOUTH PROGRAM DEEP FRY’D at the FOF for youth The Family of Faith
Lutheran Church, 16710 FM 529, is sponsoring a monthly movie night
where we have some dinner, watch a movie and then discuss the movie
and how it relates to our lives and God. Friends are always welcome. Cost
is $3 to help cover dinner.
Middle School: October 13, 2017
High School: October 20, 2017
Trunk or Treat at the Family of Faith, October 31 st starting at dusk. For
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PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH -
A WELS COMMUNITY
What’s happening at P. O. P.?
1 st Sunday of every month: Birthday and Anniversary Sunday - come
share fun food treats and Fellowship with our birthday and anniversary
Members after Service in the Church reception area.
Sundays, 11:15 AM: Choir practice, come listen - better yet, join!
Sundays, 1 PM: Catechism
Wednesdays, 10:30 AM: preschool Chapel-for the children in our
preschool ages 3 to 5
Fridays, 5 PM: Catechism for member children in 6 th -8 th grade
www.popcopperfield.org
281-859-0800
LIFEPATH CHURCH CLUB T3
AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM
Lifepath Church is now enrolling for Club T3, our After-School Program for
grades K-5 th . Club T3 will be every Mon-Fri, 4-6 PM, following the CyFair
School District Calendar. This is a Faith based program designed to Train,
Teach and Tutor students with academic enrichment opportunities that
include tutoring, daily devotions, reading clubs, running, b-ball, dance,
music, gardening, providing healthy snacks and much more. Cost is $40
a month (subsidized by our Mission’s Ministry). Register online at www.
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ST. CUTHBERT YOUTH GROUP
The St. Cuthbert Youth Group is a community of youth and adult
volunteers who encourage and support each other in life and in faith.
All students in grades six through twelve are welcome to be part of the
Youth Group, which offers a wide range of gatherings and events created
to provide a fun opportunity for learning and growth. The Youth Group
meets on Sundays from 4-6 PM for fun, Bible Study and fellowship and
on Wednesdays from 6:30-8 PM for dinner and Bible study. For more
information, contact Kim Houghton at stcyouth@stcuthbert.org. St.
Cuthbert is located at 17020 West Road at Queenston. Visit stcuthbert.
org for more information.
Bible Studies
CHRIST COVENANT CHURCH LADIES BIBLE STUDY
The women’s ministry of CCC invites you to join them this Fall as they
begin a 7 week video study by Priscilla Shirer. “The Armor of God” Bible
study is every Tuesday morning, beginning September 5, 2017 at 9:30
AM. NO Child Care provided. A book fee does apply. Please join us at
Christ Covenant Church, 17000 Longenbaugh, Houston, TX, 77095, 281-
463-6600. To register for the series, please go to www.christcov.net.
THE FAMILY OF FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH
BIBLE STUDY: Each Sunday morning at 8:30 AM and 11 AM, adult
students of the Bible investigate a new book of the Bible. All are invited.
THE EARLY BIRD BIBLE STUDY - The community is invited to join every
Wednesday morning at 6:30 AM at Panera Bread (at 6 and FM 529).
OXYGEN HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH - Sundays after 10 AM service. Join us
upstairs in the movie room where we watch music videos, video clips,
skits and other media then relate it to God and your life.
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CANYON LAKES WEST COMMUNITY CHURCH
BIBLE STUDY
Neighbors of the community gather to meet and greet, share in the
word and fellowship Wednesdays at 7 PM at the Richard & Meg Weekly
Community Center 8440 Greenhouse Rd. Visit www.cypresstxchurch.org
or call 713-302-7325 for more information.
TUESDAY EVENING LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY
AT LIVING WORD LUTHERAN CHURCH
The Tuesday Evening Ladies’ Bible Study at Living Word Lutheran Church
is informal, but with an emphasis on the Word of God. We invite you to
join us. Weekly attendance is not mandatory. Come with your Bible when
you are able to and please invite your friends and neighbors for some
great study, sharing and fellowship. The group meets from 7 to 8:30 PM
on Tuesday evenings in the Micah Room in the Administrative Building.
Living Word is located at 3700 S Mason Road in Katy (the corner of Mason
Road and Westheimer Parkway).
A private Facebook page will be used to communicate information and
facilitate discussion. If you would like to be added to the group, please
email Selina at selinapon@gmail.com with your preferred email and
phone number.
CORNERSTONE ORTHODOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
www.csopc.org
Ladies, please join us for an in-depth study of 1 Peter! We meet at a
house in Bear Creek, Monday nights at 7 PM. Stay after for dessert and
fellowship. Contact Melissa at mhaley@csopc.org or 713-899-5745 for
more information.
ST. CUTHBERT BIBLE STUDIES
Located at 17020 West Road, Houston, 77095, at the corner of West Road
and Queenston. Website at stcuthbert.org.
ST. C SENIORS - The St. C Seniors are a great group of fun loving people!
The group meets for Bible study and good-natured discussion every
Thursday afternoon at 1 PM and have a monthly luncheon every third
Thursday. All are welcome; you don’t have to be a senior citizen to attend.
Contact Sally Mahon at sally@stcuthbert.org for more info.
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between, you are invited to St. Cuthbert Church’s Ministry of Motherhood
(MOMs) for Beth Moore’s DVD-based Bible study David: Seeking a Heart
Like His. The group meets every Monday from 9:10-11:30 AM and the
study begins on Monday, September 11 th . The study guide is available for
$16 and scholarships are available. Childcare is provided at no charge. For
more info, contact Beth Micek at myc@stcuthbert.org.
BEAR CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH
SINGLE MOMS BIBLE STUDY
The Single Moms class at Bear Creek Church invites you to come join us
as we study the Bible, share and pray for each other and have great times
of fellowship. Our Bible Study enables us to embrace our lives as single
women and moms and overcome the challenges that arise as we manage
our homes, work and friendships. We are beginning a new study series
that addresses our view of WORK. Whether you are a stay at home mom
or a mom that works outside the home, work reaches all of us. The group
meets Sunday mornings at 11 AM in Room ED101 at Bear Creek Baptist
Church located at 5901 N. Fry Road, Katy, TX 77449. (at W. Little York
intersection). Ministry opportunities are also available for your children,
preschool through high school. For more information, please call or text
Frances at 713-542-7062 or Averil at 832-573-9684.
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CORNERSTONE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
BIBLE STUDIES
18081 West Road, 281-859-4141, cornerstoneumc.org
TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY - You are invited to come
and study the Bible on Tuesday mornings from 10 AM to 12
noon at Cornerstone United Methodist Church. Beginning on
Tuesday, September 12 th , a new weekly Bible study entitled
“Meeting God” will be offered. There is no cost for the study.
The weekly sessions are taught in such a way so that each
lesson does not depend upon the prior week in case one
has to miss a meeting. A nursery is available. If you require a
nursery to attend the study, please call the church office (281-
859-4141) Monday through Thursday, 8 AM- 4 PM and ask for
Linda.
BOOK OF REVELATION BIBLE STUDY - You are invited to join
us at Cornerstone United Methodist Church for a thirteen week
study on the New Testament book of Revelation at 7-8:15
PM on Tuesdays beginning September 12 th and ending on
December 12 th . We will skip the week of Thanksgiving. You will
need your Bible and the study book. You may register at the
church office, Monday-Thursday from 9 AM-2 PM for $10 (cost
of the book) or you may sign up in the church lobby on Sunday
mornings.
PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH
BIBLE STUDIES
9 AM Sundays: Adult Bible Study in Fellowship Hall - Learn
the History that goes along with The Word.
Grow in faith and Godly living.
9 AM Sundays: 1 st & 3 rd Sunday of each month - Teen Bible Study
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Senior Church Groups
COPPERFIELD CHURCH SENIOR ADULTS
GAME DAY - The first Friday of the month - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
BIBLE STUDY - Wednesday - 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
DAY TRIPS - Monthly - Schedule differs.
For more info., www.copperfieldchurch.com or call 281-856-2273.
WALKING GROUP (aka Holy Strollers) - 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM,
Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Come join our group! We are an active, fun-loving bunch. Once you come for a visit
and get to know us, you’ll want to be a part of our Senior Adult Group. You do not have
to be a member of Copperfield Church to be a part of our Senior Adult Group.
BEAR CREEK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
ATTENTION: CAREGIVERS OF ELDERLY PERSONS
Did you know that on the second Friday of each month Bear Creek United Methodist
Church provides a caring, Christian atmosphere for your loved one? The program,
scheduled from 10 AM to 1:30 PM. This gathering provides free time for caregivers
and includes crafts, chair exercises, word games, entertainment, lunch and
more. Caregivers are also welcome to stay and join the fun. For more information or
to register, please call the church office at 281-463-2330. Bear Creek United Methodist
Church is located at 16000 Rippling Water Drive, near North Hwy. 6 and Kieth Harrow.
Bingo
EPIPHANY BINGO
Epiphany Bingo has been conducting bingo games on the west side since February
14, 1986. Epiphany conducts their bingo games every Friday night except holidays.
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THERE IS NO SMOKING ALLOWED DURING ALL BINGO GAMES. They have a
jackpot game of $750. Maximum prize giveaways of $2,500, allowed by law,
are given away every Bingo Night! They have security, lighted parking, big
screen color monitor, computerized bingo equipment, snack bar and large
cash prizes. Profits are used for charitable outreach programs, building
expansion, and payment towards debt. Epiphany Catholic Church
conducts its bingo games at the Church Community Center, 1530 Norwalk
Dr. (between Fry and Mason Roads, south of I-10 behind Nottingham
Subdivision) off Highland Knolls every Friday night. Early bird games
begin at 7:30 PM and regular games at 8:00 PM. For more information, call
the bingo hall number 281-578-3905. During Bingo nights, you may also
call the Community Center number, 281-578-5078. Come, have some fun,
bring your friends and neighbors, win some money and make some new
friends.
ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE
CATHOLIC CHURCH BINGO
At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown Katy, “BINGO” is
being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except Holidays. Doors
open at 7:00 PM, games start at 7:15 PM with four Early Bird games. Regular
games start at 7:30 PM. Maximum Prizes given away every evening of $2,500.
Governed by the state of Texas. They have the most modern computerized
BINGO equipment for verifying winnings, along with TV monitors for your
viewing pleasure. The snack bar is maintained by the KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS
6950, with a variety of food and snacks with soft drinks. All profits will benefit
community outreach and Religious Education programs, to better serve the
community. The Church is located in downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You
can get to the church if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right
at the light, go to the second stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left
and the Church Hall will be on your right one block down. Please call for more
details to 281-391-4758. Please come play and win. We can accommodate
large groups such as social and family groups.
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Many of the community event dates were
submitted prior to flooding caused by TS
Harvey. Some of the event dates may have
changed or been canceled. Please check with
event organizers for up -to-date information.
Community Events
OCTOBER 7 TH
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Garage Sales
BRIDGELAND COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE - Located at Fry Road near Cy-
Ranch High School.
COPPERBROOK SEMI-ANNUAL COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE - 7 AM-2 PM
Rainout date set for Oct. 14 th . Located off West Rd, between Jackrabbit &
Hwy 6.
COPPER LAKES SUBDIVISION GARAGE SALE - Located on Barker Cypress,
between Longenbaugh & West Rd.
FAIRFIELD WOMEN’S CLUB FALL FUNDRAISING GARAGE SALE - 7 AM-2 PM,
Resident’s Driveways. Located off Hwy 290 & Mason Rd.
WESTCREEK VILLAGE COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE - Daylight to Noon.
Located off Queenston, between FM 529 & Longenbaugh.
OCTOBER 14 TH
ABERDEEN GREEN NEIGHBORHOOD FALL GARAGE SALE
Come shop for great deals throughout the neighborhood as Aberdeen
Green residents have their huge Semi-annual Community Garage Sale on
October 14 th from 7 AM until 2 PM! Aberdeen Green is located on Telge
Road at West Road, south of Hwy. 290.
COPPER VILLAGE GARAGE SALE - 7 AM-Noon. West Road between Hwy 6
& Queenston.
CYPRESS MILL COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE - Located off Cypress Rosehill
near Hwy 290
NORTHMEAD VILLAGE FALL COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE - 7 AM - 3 PM.
Located off West Rd, near Hwy 6.
SHEFFIELD COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE - Located off Queenston, between
Forest Trails & FM 529.
STONE GATE FALL GARAGE SALE - 7 AM-12 noon. Located off
Queenston, between Barker Cypress and West Road.
WESTGATE FALL GARAGE SALE - Located off Barker Cypress, near FM 529
OCTOBER 21 ST
SYDNEY HARBOUR SUBDIVISION FALL GARAGE SALE - 8 AM-12 noon.
Located off Cypress Rosehill, between 290 & Huffmeister.
OCTOBER 28 TH
BERKSHIRE NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE - 8 AM-5 PM. Located off
Hwy 6 & Timbercreek Place Lane. We were not flooded and are not selling
flooded items.
NOVEMBER 3 RD & 4 TH
ST PETER’S ANGLICAN CHURCH FESTIVE RUMMAGE AND BAKE SALE
8 AM-4 PM. 19915 Cypress Church Road, Cypress TX 77433. Decorative
accessories, toys and baby items, books, Renaissance costumes,
homemade baked goods and much more.
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Craft Shows & Festivals
CYPRESS WOODS FFA FALL CRAFT MARKET
Saturday, October 28 th , 9 AM-5 PM & October 29 th , 10 AM-4 Pm
Admission and parking is free. Located at the CFISD Telge Exhibit Center
- Hwy 290 and Telge. For more information go to our website cywoodsffa.
org or contact cywoodsffa@gmail.com.
25 TH ANNUAL SEAS LADIES AUXILIARY
GINGERBREAD VILLAGE HOLIDAY MARKET
The Ladies Auxiliary from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton is holding their 25 th
annual Gingerbread Village Holiday Market on October 28, 2017 from 9
AM to 4 PM at 6646 Addicks-Satsuma, Houston, TX 77084 (located East of
Hwy 6 between W. Little York & FM 529). The admission is Free! Shop our
selections of seasonal decor, homemade crafts, beautiful art, gourmet
food and many other unique offerings. Have lunch at our concession stand
with delicious homemade food and desserts. All proceeds go to various
scholarships. For more information, visit seascatholic.org or email fae@
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ST. AIDAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
4 TH ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL AND HOLIDAY MARKET
Sunday, October 29 th , 10 AM-5 PM
13131 Fry Road just South of 290
Market Booths, Expanded Children’s Area, Food Trucks, Silent Auction and
Community Service area, Live Music throughout the day, Cake Walk, Gulf
Coast Regional Blood Drive, Trunk-N-Treat at 3 PM, Blessing of Animals at
4 PM. Lots of vendors with a variety of goods for sale. We look forward
to seeing you all there! Interested in being a vendor? For additional
information and register online, visit our website http://aidanschurch.org/
fallfest. If you prefer to mail in your registration, you can obtain a Booth
Reservation form by contacting us at 281-373-3203 or email fallfest@
aidanschurch.org.
ST. CUTHBERT’S 12 TH ANNUAL
INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
Saturday, November 4 th
St. Cuthbert will celebrate its 12 th Annual International Festival to be held
on Saturday, November 4 th , from 2:30-5:30 PM at the Conference Center
at Lone Star College’s Cy-Fair campus. The International Festival honors all
the different countries and heritages represented in our very unique and
diverse congregation. The festival includes food, live entertainment, native
dress and activities for children and youth. It is the perfect place to learn
more about the world around us. Admission is free. Come experience the
international world of St. Cuthbert and never leave your zip code! Visit
stcuthbert.org for more information.
Walks & Runs
BRIDGELAND COMMUNITY FUN RUN FOR HEROES
Saturday, October 28 th
The Bridgeland Community Fun Run for Heroes will be held Saturday,
October 28 th at Bridgeland’s Festival Park. The race begins at 7 AM and
includes a 5k route through the scenic Bridgeland community. There
will also be a 1k children’s walk beginning at 7:30 AM, along with booth
vendors and entertainment. The children’s walk is open to strollers and
children are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite super hero.
Prizes will be awarded for the best children’s costumes. Each participant
may have sponsors who pledge a contribution for every mile they run on
behalf of our service men and women. Special prizes will be awarded to
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those who meet predetermined fund levels. There will also be 1 st ,
2 nd and 3 rd place trophies awarded to the top three finishers of the
timed race. For more information and to join the online community
for the event, go to www.facebook.com/bridgelandrunforheroes.
To register for the event, go to Bridgelandrunforheroes2017.
eventbrite.com. All proceeds will benefit the Bridgeland Supports
Veterans Inc. projects including a $1.5 million-dollar Veteran’s
Memorial in the heart of the Cypress, TX community. The
organization also supports immediate needs for local veterans in
the community and services other needs such as Christmas Toys
for Veteran’s Children and the annual events celebrating our brave
men and women on Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day.
CYPRESS 5K FUN RUN AND PUPPY PARADE
Cypress and Houston area residents can strengthen their families,
their bodies, their neighborhood school and their dogs at a very
fun family friendly event this fall. Cypress 5K Fun Run and Puppy
Parade benefiting the Performing Arts Department at Spillane
Middle School will take place Saturday, November 18 th at 9 AM at
Spillane Middle School, 13403 Spillane Woods Blvd.
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The event is the school’s fourth annual Fun Run and will feature a
timed run. You don’t have to be a competitive runner to participate
since the race also features a family run for those pushing strollers
or wanting to walk and a dog walking segment. The race will begin
at Spillane Middle School and go through the Coles Crossing
neighborhood. Medals will be awarded in multiple age brackets and
to the first three dogs who cross the finish line.
Early bird registration runs through October 28 th for $30 per
individual or $100 for a family of four and includes a commemorative
T-shirt. From Oct. 29 th -Nov. 11 th , registration increases to $35
per individual or $110 for a family of four and a T-shirt is not
guaranteed. Late registration, which continues until race day, is
$40 per individual or $160 for a family of four and does not include
the shirt. Returning this year will be the option to “Sleep in for the
Arts.” Pay the registration fee. Do not participate on Race Day. Get a
t-shirt! Runners who have pre-registered can pick up their packets
Thursday, November 16 th at Spillane Middle School.
To register or for more information, visit the Cypress 5K Fun Run &
Puppy Parade website at https://thedriven.net/cypress5k.
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GOLF TOURNAMENT BENEFITTING
THE BALLARD HOUSE
Saturday, October 7 th , 9 AM-1 PM
$125 per person, includes 3 hours of golf and lunch.
Accepting sponsors now.
The Ballard House is a home away from home for individuals
and their families who are receiving medical treatments for
life-threatening illnesses. For more information, visit www.
theballardhouse.org or call 281-717-4670.
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Fundraisers
SHIELD BEARER
Celebration of Hope Dinner and Awards Banquet
Shield Bearer, a local non-profit organization that brings hope and healing
to survivors of trauma, including abused children, women and girls
rescued from human trafficking, veterans and their families and survivors
of domestic abuse, invites you to be part of the Celebration of Hope Dinner
and Awards Banquet! This signature fundraising event will be held on
Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at 6:30 PM at 2700 Cypress Creek Parkway.
Proceeds will help fund professional counseling services and prevention
programs in five Northwest Houston offices. For information about tickets,
volunteering or sponsorship for this event, visit shieldbearer.org/hope or
contact 281-894-7222.
20 TH ANNUAL SALUTE TO THE STARS GALA
The Cy-Fair Educational Foundation (CFEF) will host its 20 th Annual Salute
to the Stars Gala on October 19 th at the Berry Center (8877 Barker Cypress
Road). The black-tie, celebratory event will honor 88 CFISD Spotlight
teachers from the 2016-2017 school year, with one highlighted employee
from each district campus.
Dinner, entertainment, a raffle, live auction and teacher drawings will
be featured throughout the night as elected and school officials join
community and business leaders in giving thanks to the those who give so
much to the students in CFISD. Each spring, CFISD recognizes one teacher
from each of its campuses who represent and exhibit the unique balance
of skill, art and heart in teaching students in his or her subject area or
program. The gala also showcases the talents of CFISD students, including
CFEF scholarship winners as guest speakers. There are scheduled
performances, while culinary arts students will make treats for the guests.
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All proceeds raised at the event go to the CFEF, which provides college
scholarships for district students as well as staff development grants to
CFISD. Last year, the event raised approximately $186,000 for scholarships
and development grants, bringing the grand total to more than $2 million
raised since 1998. This year’s underwriter will be Cypress Fairbanks Medical
Center Hospital. Also sponsoring will be IBI Group as the Superintendent
Table Sponsor; ASA Dally, Inc. Structural Engineers and Prairie View A&M
University as the 20 th Anniversary Sponsor; Cy-Fair Federal Credit Union
as the Red Carpet Premiere Sponsor and North Cypress Medical Center
Hospital as the Floral Sponsor.
Additional table sponsorships are available. For more information, visit
the Salute to the Stars page on the CFEF website at www.thecfef.org/qsotevent/salute-to-the-stars/
or contact Marie Holmes at 281-807-3591 or
marie@thecfef.org.
Health Fair
SAINT ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC CHURCH
ANNUAL COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR
On October 21 st , 10 AM to 2 PM Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church
Parish Nursing Ministry is hosting their Annual Community Health Fair
in the CLC. We will be screening for diabetes, hypertension and obesity.
There will be education (English and Spanish) related to these conditions
and the aftermath of the Harvey Hurricane. There will be face painting and
crafts for the children and the Jump Rope Team will perform at noon. Call
Wyona M. Freysteinson, PhD, MN for more information - 281-433-5365.
Address: 6646 Addicks Satsuma Rd. Houston, TX, 77084.
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Theatre, Arts & Music
STAGEWORKS THEATRE
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THE WOMAN IN BLACK - October 6-29, 2017
Stageworks Theatre is located at 10760 Grant Road, Houston, Texas
77070. Website: www.stageworkshouston.org.
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CYPRESS CREEK FACE
Box Office: 281-440-4850 • www.CypressCreekFACE.org
Please call for the location for these concerts:
• ROCO: Principal Wind Trio - 3 PM, Tuesday, October 10, 2017
• Garry Krinsky’s Toying with Science - 3 PM, Saturday, October 21, 2017
• Jackie Evancho - 8 PM, Saturday, November 4, 2017
• Anna Petrova - 3 PM, Tuesday, November 14, 2017
• New Houston Harp Ensemble - 3 PM, Tuesday, December 12, 2017
• John Mueller’s Winter Dance Party - 8 PM, Saturday, December 31, 2017
THE FREE CHILDREN’S SERIES
Houston Grand Opera presents “Hansel and Gretel” - 11 AM, Saturday,
November 11, 2017
THE HOUSTON CHORAL SOCIETY 2017-2018 SEASON
Led by Artistic Director Dr. Kevin Klotz, the Houston Choral Society (HCS)
announces its versatile and engaging 2017-2018 season. They are truly
working to fulfill their mantra of professionalism, versatility and passion.
“We are providing our audiences with a wide variety of musical genres this
year. We will have German folk music and waltzes, Spanish carols, Broadway
favorites and The Lord Nelson Mass. There is something for everyone to
enjoy in our 2017-2018 season,” says Klotz. Season subscriptions are now
on sale. Season subscribers save 15% for four concerts. Season tickets are
$85 for adults, $65 for seniors/students and $30 for children 5 years old and
under. Season tickets are available online at www.houstonchoral.org. The
Houston Choral Society performs at The Foundry United Methodist Church,
which is one of the premiere choral venues in Houston with extraordinary
acoustics. It is located in northwest Houston at 8350 Jones Road, Houston,
TX 77065 with easy access from Highway 290.
• Oktoberfest: Saturday, October 7 th at 7:30 PM
• Home for the Holidays: Saturday, December 2 nd at 3 PM and 7:30 PM
• A Night on Broadway: Saturday, March 10 th at 7:30 PM
• Haydn’s Lord Nelson Mass: Saturday, May 19 th at 7:30 PM
Misc. Events
FREE MEMOIR WRITING WORKSHOP
Cypress Historical Society at Cypress Top Historic Park running through
October and November from 10:30 AM to 12 PM. Everyone has a story and
everyone has memories. Some of them are good. Others are not so good.
But, all of them are valuable. This workshop is about preserving your family
history, one memory at a time. With the help of your teacher, coach and
mentor you will learn to jar those faded memories loose, then compose,
organize, preserve and share them electronically for future generations.
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tone and voice. You’ll learn that you are creating a legacy. If desired, stories
will be recorded and saved online where family and friends can enjoy them
for years to come. Located behind Juergen’s Hall Community Center, 26026
Hempstead Hwy., Cypress, TX 77429, phone 713-274-3188. Harris County,
Precinct 3 Steve Radack, Commissioner, www.pct3.com.
BAYOU CITY ART FESTIVAL DOWNTOWN ANNOUNCES
REQUESTS FOR VOLUNTEERS OCTOBER 14-15, 2017
The Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA) is in need of volunteers for Bayou
City Art Festival Downtown on Saturday and Sunday, October 14-15,
2017. Volunteers have the option of choosing various roles and shifts for
either or both days. Shifts for Friday afternoon and evening will also be
available for artist check-in and festival load-in.
The festival offers volunteers the opportunity to make new friends and
meet artists from around the country. After every shift, volunteers will be
entered in a raffle and have the chance to win prizes, including gift cards
to local restaurants, movie and museum tickets. All volunteers will receive
a t-shirt and be able to enjoy the festival at no cost before and after their
shift. The minimum age to sign up is 13 and group volunteering is also
available. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer can sign up here.
Bayou City Art Festival will be held under the iconic Houston Downtown
skyline, 10 AM - 6 PM. The festival will spotlight more than 300 artists
from 19 different disciplines and benefit local non-profits. Online tickets
are on sale now until the day of the event at www.artcolonyassociation.
org. Tickets online are $12 for adults and $5 for children 6-12; children five
and under are free. Tickets at the gate are $15 for adults. Also available
online are two-day passes for $20 and family passes (two adults, two
children tickets) for $30. Discounted tickets for Veterans and Seniors will
be available at the gate.
For questions about volunteering, please email volunteer@
bayoucityartfestival.com. For updates on social media, follow the
official event hashtags #HouArtFest, #BCAF and #BCAFvolunteer, like the
Facebook page or follow on Twitter and Instagram.
LET’S GET COOKING AT THE
2017 HARRIS COUNTY FAIR
“FOOD WRANGLER CHALLENGE”
3 rd Annual Harris County Fair “Food Wrangler Challenge” October 19 th ,
5- 8:30 PM at TX A&M AgriLife Extension, 3033 Bear Creek Drive, Houston,
TX 77084. Food Wrangler is a chance for youth to show off their culinary
skills! Teams compete for prizes and honors in two age divisions Junior/
Intermediate for grades 3 rd to 8 th and Senior level for youth grades 9 th to
12 th as of September 1, 2017. Registration is $40 per team includes meal
for coaches and participates. Register now on Eventbrite. Deadline is
October 10 th . Youth participants must be a member of a Harris County
FFA or FCCLA groups or a Harris County 4-H member. Rules are posted on
the Harris County Fair website at www.hcfair.com or contact Sheryl Nolen,
CEA 4-H at snolen@ag.tamu.edu or call 713-274-0978.
SIP-N-STROLL
November 4, 2017, 6-9 PM
Villagio Town Center
We will have many food, wine and other vendors, which make this event
an enjoyable evening while raising awareness of The Ballard House and
what we provide to those in need of a place to stay while receiving medical
treatments in the Houston area.
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Canceled Events
CYPRESS SYMPHONIC BAND
OCTOBER CONCERT CANCELLED
Please note that the Cypress Symphonic Band concert scheduled for
Saturday, October 7, 2017, at Cornerstone United Methodist Church,
18081 West Road, Houston, TX 77095 has been cancelled. The Band is
apologetic for any inconvenience this may cause. However, their concert
in December will take place and more information will be forthcoming.
FLOODING DAMAGES CYPRESS CREEK CULTURAL
DISTRICT CREEKFEST CANCELED FOR 2017
Along with so many neighbors on Cypress Creek, the Cypress Creek
Cultural District sustained serious damage from Hurricane Harvey. As a
result, CreekFest has been canceled for 2017 but plans are to return in
full force next year. The Centrum and Cypress Creek Christian Church and
Community Center, the Barbara Bush Library, the Pearl Fincher Museum
of Fine Arts and the Greenway trails experienced costly damages. All are
working hard to become operative as soon as possible and need the
support of the Northwest Community to aid the effort to do so.
A sincere thank you goes to the major sponsors of CreekFest who have
now directed their sponsorships toward flood relief for the Cultural
District’s non-profit organizations. Those sponsors include the Cypress
Creek Cultural District, Resource One Credit Union, Fidelity Investments
and Power Home Remodeling Group.
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deeply appreciated. Contributions may be made by visiting https://
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your gift is for Harvey relief. All donations will be distributed between nonprofit
organizations in the Cypress Creek Cultural District, unless directed
by the donor to a specific entity. One hundred percent of your donations
will go directly to the cultural district organizations for flood relief.
Cypress Creek FACE is working to relocate concerts and educational
services. The Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts hopes to re-open later this
fall. The reopening of the Barbara Bush Harris County Library is yet to be
determined.
The Cypress Creek Cultural District is a community-driven, civic and
cultural complex dedicated to meeting the cultural, recreational and
educational needs of all people in the Northwest Houston Cypress
Creek Community. For updates and information, please visit www.
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10 GREAT PLACES IN
HOUSTON TO VOLUNTEER
1. Houston Food Bank
Food is distributed to needy families through food pantries and soup
kitchens throughout Houston by the Houston Food Bank organization,
which relies upon the energy and time investment of volunteers to stamp
out hunger in the area. There are a variety of programs for kids and families
to volunteer with the Houston Food Bank, as well as resources for families
in need of assistance to receive nutritious food items.
2. Autumn Grove Cottage
Families with a patriarch or matriarch suffering from the debilitating
effects of Alzheimer’s disease can obtain aid through Autumn Grove
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Cottage, which sends volunteers to work with Alzheimer’s patients around
the city. For kids and adults alike, there are also volunteer programs in
which a difference can be made in the lives of families dealing with the
effects of such a devastating disease.
3. Multicultural Education and Counseling Through the Arts
An appreciation for the arts isn’t limited by socioeconomic status, and
neither should the resources to explore an affinity for artistic expression.
The Multicultural Education and Counseling Through the Arts program
offers peer tutoring programs, allowing kids to work with one another
as they learn more about art. Families can also volunteer to assist with
sponsored events.
4. Japhet Creek Nature Conservancy
Learning about the environment is an important lesson for kids, which
is why Japhet Creek Nature Conservancy is such an important volunteer
organization for families looking to donate their time and energy. Cleaning
up debris, planting bushes and trees and spreading mulch are all activities
that any member of your family can help with at Japhet Creek.
5. The Ronald McDonald House
When a child is stuck with a critical illness, it can have a devastating
impact on the entire family. The Ronald McDonald House network
provides a home away from home for the families of children being
treated at member institutions of the Texas Medical Center. Families are
also encouraged to volunteer their efforts, making RMH charities a great
organization for families in need and families that want to help make a
difference in their lives.
6. RSVP of the Texas Gulf Coast
As a volunteer network for senior citizens, RSVP of the Texas Gulf Coast
impacts families by providing much-needed aid to at-risk youth and
community outreach programs. RSVP also provides retirees with a
worthwhile hobby, giving their adult children and young grandchildren a
model of giving, compassionate living to follow.
7. Star of Hope Mission
Dedicated to helping Houston’s homeless population, Star of Hope Mission
is a great organization that brings families in need and those willing to
help together. Helping kids their own age who are far less fortunate can
put your children’s own relative good fortune into perspective, while
simultaneously making a very real difference in the lives of needy families.
8. First Book
A love of reading crosses all socioeconomic boundaries and can help atrisk
kids to discover a thirst for knowledge that propels them out of a cycle
of poverty. With First Book’s services, children in need have access to new
books and educational resources.
9. The Forge for Families
Located in a low-income area of Houston to serve the Second and Third
Wards, the Forge for Families is a Christian volunteer organization that
strives to make a difference in the lives of economically disadvantaged
families. The Forge impacts both families in need and those looking to
volunteer by connecting them in meaningful and life-changing ways.
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Providing community assistance through youth development, senior
support services, food pantries and food delivery services as well as
community gardens that promote self-sufficiency and agricultural
awareness, Target Hunger is an organization that connects families in
need with those willing to provide assistance, making a difference in the
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Houston Area Events
Through January 7, 2018 - Ice Land and Festival of Lights. Moody
Gardens takes the holidays to a whole new level of cool! A skilled team
of master ice carvers has charted your course for your journey through
the rainforests of the world to see monkeys, beautiful birds, incredible
butterflies, colorful orchids and so many wonderful creatures. Stick
around after Ice Land for the Festival of Lights - a mile-long trail with more
than one million lights and lighted scenes take you around the Moody
Gardens property with spectacular views of Galveston Bay starting at
6 PM. For more information on tickets, times and location visit, www.
moodygardens.com.
October 12 th -15 th - Festa Italiana. Enjoy a feast of sight, sound and Italian
flavor while sharing the heritage, culture and romance of Italy at the
Houston Italian Festival presented by the Italian Culture & Community
Center. The 38 th Houston Italian Festival will be on the grounds of the
University of St. Thomas. Admission is free beginning Thursday at 5 PM
until Friday at 4 PM. There are plenty of activities for all ages to enjoy
including bocce ball tournament, marionette puppet shows, Italian
movies, cooking demonstrations for adults and children, wine tastings,
classic car show and much more. Visit us at www.HoustonItalianFestival.
com for more information and to view the full schedule of events.
Friday - Sunday, October 13-29. Zoo Boo at the Houston Zoo. What’s
the best way to celebrate Halloween? At the Houston Zoo! Houston’s
largest family-friendly Halloween event is back and better than ever!
There’s no sparate ticket for Zoo Boo; all Zoo Boo activities are included
with your paid Zoo admission. Zoo members get in free! Activities include
a Pumpkin Patch, Candy Corner, Monster Mural, Spooky Stamps Station,
Not-so-Creepy Creature Maze, Festival of Fun, Mystery Boxes, Zoe the
Zookeeper’s Howlerween Adventure & Much more! For dates and more
details visit the Houston Zoo website at www.houstonzoo.org/zooboo
October 13 th -15 th - The Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival, now in its 28 th
year, is held the 2 nd weekend of October each year in historic downtown
Conroe. The family-friendly event features non-stop live music with local,
regional and national performers on two stages, food vendors offering
festival and Cajun favorites, arts & crafts vendors, a professional carnival,
assorted community and educational exhibits, an annual Catfish Pageant
and a Kid Zone area with activities for children and a special performance
stage featuring local dance teams, community groups and entertainers.
The Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival is a cultural program of the Friends of
Conroe, Inc., a non-profit community organization dedicated to furthering
the common welfare and well-being of the city of Conroe, Texas. The group
sponsors and produces the festival each year. For more information, visit
www.conroecajuncatfishfestival.com.
October 14 th - 10 th Annual Houston Vision Walk. Family and pet friendly
untimed 5K walk benefiting the Foundation Fighting Blindness. A fun-filled
day with activities and raising funds and awareness for retinal degenerative
disease research. For more information, visit www.fightblindness.org.
October 14 th -15 th - Bayou City Art Festival. The Art Colony Association,
Inc. (ACA) will celebrate 46 years of fine art and giving back to local nonprofits
as it spotlights more than 300 artists at Bayou City Art Festival in
Downtown Houston. The sophisticated gallery will transform the streets
of Downtown into artistic avenues bursting with colors and culture. As one
of the top outdoor fine art festivals in the U.S., the weekend festival will
provide guests with the opportunity to see and purchase unique, custom
art under the iconic Houston skyline. Bayou City Art Festival Downtown
will benefit local non-profits and feature music, food trucks, beverages,
entertainment, a Children’s Creative Zone and much more. For updates
on social media, follow the official event hashtag #HouArtFest, like the
Facebook page or follow on Twitter and Instagram. For more information,
please visit www.artcolonyassociation.org.
October 19 th - Second Annual Texas Monthly Whiskey Affair. Tickets are
on sale now! Tickets are $95 each that includes tastings of up to 50 brown
spirits, seminars, creative cocktails by celebrated mixologists, hearty
hors d’oeuvres by up to ten chefs and local restaurants and live music.
For more information and tickets to Texas Monthly’s Whiskey Affair, visit
texasmonthly.com/whiskeyaffair.
October 21 st - Light the fire and sound the cannons! The Annual
Texian Market Days Festival will be better than ever bringing more
than 150 years of Texas history to life in one thrilling day of festivities.
Held at the beautiful, 480-acre George Ranch Historical Park, spend the
day living and playing the way of your ancestors through interactive
demonstrations, games, historic home tours, culinary delights, livestock,
cowboys, vintage vehicles, battle reenactments, plus much more from
craft vendors and first-person costumed interpreters. Don’t miss this
engaging experience the entire family can enjoy! Be sure to bring your
camera to capture everything from Civil War soldiers to live musical
performances. For more information, visit www.georgeranch.org.
October 21 st - The Freight Train Food Truck Festival. More than 30 of
Houston’s favorite rolling gourmet kitchens, live music, vendors, kids
zone and more come together throughout the Tomball downtown Depot
Plaza for the Freight Train Food Truck Festival. For more information,
visit www.tomballtx.gov.
October 21 st -22 nd - The Annual Commemorative Air Force Wings Over
Houston Airshow takes flight at Ellington Airport with thrilling aerial
performances, aerobatics, demonstrations and displays. A great event
for the entire family! This year it will feature the USAF Thunderbirds, a
Vietnam War Tribute Reenactment, US Navy F-18 Super Hornet – VFA-
122, 138 th Fighter Wing - Tulsa Air National Guard plus more. Wings Over
Houston Airshow offers our fans the best aviation demonstrations and
exhibits each year. Visit wingsoverhouston.com for tickets and updates
as scheduling is subject to change.
October 22 nd - Chi-Town Connection presents the 6 th Annual Fall Fest
weekend. This one-day cultural festival features the best in Chicago
foods and music from local restaurants and Chicago DJs. Advance tickets
are only $5 for ages 14 & up. Tickets are $10 at the gate. Children 13 and
under are free! Join us on at North Shore Rotary Pavilion from noon until
7 PM and experience “Chicago for a Day” right here in Houston. For more
information, FOLLOW us on Facebook at Chi-Town Connection Events
Houston. For vendor and sponsor information, call us at 281-860-2013.
October 27 th -29 th - Garden Art for the Soul Fine Art Show. Garden
Art for the Soul a subsidiary of Black Art in America is announcing a
hybrid fine art show that fuses art and decor with gardening and wellness
to be held at the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum in Houston, Texas.
This event is free and open to the public and will be an opportunity
for individuals to witness the merging of communities, an event that
provides a rich cultural experience, celebrating the arts and promoting
a healthy lifestyle. The Garden Art for the Soul Fine Art Show will feature
the works of nationally acclaimed artists. For more information, visit
www.blackartinamerica.com.
October 28 th - Brazilian Food 7 Music Festival. The Brazilian Food &
Music Festival is an event for the whole family, to celebrate the Brazilian
tradition, food and music. Our vendors will be selling all kinds of Brazilian
food and crafts. We also have musicians and bands playing Brazilian
music. There are activities for children. Food prices range between $1 to
$30. The vendors speak English and accept cash and credit/debit cards.
For more information, contact brazilianfoodfestival@gmail.com.
October 28 th - Scarecrow Festival in Pasadena, Texas. Shopping +
Food + Pumpkins = Fun. Bring the whole family to shop for homemade
treasures! Featuring women’s & children’s clothing, handmade jewelry,
home & garden décor, gourmet food, yard art, collectables, food trucks,
face painting, pony rides and so much more. For more information, visit
www.southernstyleevents.net.
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Library event dates were submitted prior
to flooding caused by TS Harvey. Some
of the event dates may have changed or
been canceled. Please check with event
organizers for up -to-date information.
Lone Star College/Cy-Fair Library
9191 Barker-Cypress Road, Cypress, TX 77433 • 281-290-3210
HOURS: Monday through Thursday, 7 AM-10 PM, Friday-Saturday, 8 AM-6 PM and Sunday, 1 PM-6 PM.
HCPL’s 2017 Summer Reading Program began on June 5 th . Programs available for Adults, Teens, and Children.
• FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY - The LSC-CyFair Friends Bookstore accepts
gently used books year-round, offering them to the public for a set donation
amount. The store is open six days a week and staffed by volunteers.
Proceeds support library programs. Help support our community library.
• CYFAIR LIBRARY BRANCH BLOG PAGE at http://hcpl.net/location/cyfair-college-library,
for news and events about the library and college and
in the community.
• FACEBOOK at LSC-CyFair Branch Library.
• WEEKLY EVENTS & PROGRAMS EMAIL REMINDER, the Library eUpdate:
subscribe at LoneStar.edu/library/16099.
Note: All programs are subject to change. Please contact the library or visit
the website for up-to-date information.
ADULT EVENTS & PROGRAMS
• BOOK CLUBS: BACK IN TIME: HISTORICAL FICTION BOOK CLUB - 1 PM,
LRNC 131
• BOOK CLUBS: BOOKS WITHOUT BORDERS – 1 PM, LRNC 131 or 7 PM,
LRNC 215
• BOOK CLUBS: I LOVE A MYSTERY BOOK CLUB - 12 PM, LRNC 131
Common Thread: Knitting, Crocheting and Needlework Group
Tuesdays: 9-10:30 AM, LRNC 116.
• COMPUTER WORKSHOPS, LRNC 105 - Call for info.
• eBOOK/eREADER WORKSHOPS
• eBooks Appointments now available. Make an appointment at LoneStar.
edu/library/15938.
• ESL: TALK TIME - LoneStar.edu/library/15209
Mondays, 1-2 PM, LRNC 215
Tuesdays, 2:45-3:45 PM, LRC 215
• SPANISH CONVERSATION CLUB - Mondays, 1-3 PM, LRNC 131
Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM, LRNC 118
• ADULT LIBRARY PROGRAMS
See the full schedule of Adult Programs and Activities at LoneStar.edu/
library/cyfair-adults-LoneStar.edu/library/cyfair-adults-services or call
281-290-3214/3218.
Note: All programs are subject to change. Please contact the library or
visit the website for up-to-date information.
TEEN EVENTS & PROGRAMS
BOOK CLUB: (Registration required)
SCREEN - PLAY:
Tweens & Teens only (ages 10 - 18) 5-6 PM: Games, 6 PM: Movie - Teen
Room.
See the full schedule of Teen’s Programs and Activities at LoneStar.edu/
library/cyfair-children-services.
CHILDREN EVENTS & PROGRAMS
• Mondays: BABY TIME (6-24 months) - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM.
• Tuesdays: Toddler Time (2-3 1/2 years) - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM.
• Wednesdays: Preschool Time (3-6 years) - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30
AM.
• Thursdays: Spanish Time/Tiempo de cuentos (2-6 years) - 11 AM
BABY PAJAMA TIME:
1 st Tuesday, 6 PM (up to 24 months)
FAMILY STORYTIME:
2 nd Tuesday, 6:30 PM (all ages)
FAMILY FUN ACTIVITIES, 5 PM:
Thursdays, for children of all ages. Limited to 40 children.
FAMILY GAME NIGHT:
Thursdays at 6:30 PM. For children of all ages. Limited to 40 children.
See the full schedule of Children’s Programs and Activities at LoneStar.
edu/library/cyfair-children-services. All programs are free and open to
the public.
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City of Hope
In the wake of tragedy,
Houstonians stand strong together,
rebuilding their city, homes and life.
Photo by Gerald Herbert / AP
While there are so many organizations lending
support to the community, we have listed some
resources for flood victims and volunteering below.
Flood Victim and
Volunteer Sources
DONATE
GoFundMe
www.gofundme.com/hurricaneharvey
This personalized platform is currently hosting a landing
page for active campaigns that relate to Harvey, so you
can contribute directly to flood victims and larger causes
that aim to directly benefit an affected audience.
Houston Food Bank
www.houstonfoodbank.org
Delivering food, water and supplies to families affected by
Hurricane Harvey. For example, just $75 will provide 225
nutritious meals - visit their website to learn more. Once
Harvey needs have been met, all remaining donations will
be 28used to fund ongoing hunger-relief efforts.
Houston SPCA
www.houstonspca.org
Uniting families with displaced pets, performing animal-related disaster rescue
and providing resources and relief in the wake of Hurricane Harvey.
The Salvation Army
www.disaster.salvationarmyusa.org
Distributing water and food to first responders. Prepping for long-reaching efforts
to feed residents.
DirectRelief
www.directrelief.org
The only nonprofit licensed to distribute prescription medications in all 50 U.S.
states, DirectRelief is contributing 100% donations for Hurricane Harvey towards
critical medications, medical supplies and services for those in shelters and
communities affected by Harvey.
Save The Children
www.savethechildren.org
Providing family-friendly supplies October and 2017 services | Cypress to Hurricane Community Harvey survivors. Newsletter

Krenek Printing sends our thoughts and sympathies to everyone affected by Hurricane Harvey. As a resident of the communities
we serve, we are deeply saddened by the mass flooding and destruction brought to homes, businesses and property. We will
continue to provide personalized subdivision newsletters with information from neighborhood management, surrounding
community groups, and local relief information to support the cleaning, rebuilding, and recovery of the communities in the
wake of Hurricane Harvey. In the story below, a local resident shares what she believes makes our communities amazing…
people willing to help each other by showing one another generosity, community, kindness and humanity. Krenek Printing
agrees that YOU are what makes this city great and we are proud to be part of your local community each month.
Hurricane Harvey and Houstonians
On August 26th, as I ushered my students out of class with a cheerful “See you next week,” many remarked that school would
be closed due to flooding so they would not see me next week. I chuckled while advising them to stop wishing for the return
of summer vacation and not to forget their assignments due Monday. After 4 days of rain, flooding, and the constant reports of
more destruction on the news, I was feeling foolish at my lack of respect for the weather, guilty that my house was dry when
friends and family only miles down the road had lost everything, and generally disheartened at Houston’s situation. The more
I watched the news broadcast the devastation, viewed social media with awful stories of anger and hate, and began to take
inventory of what it would take to get my life back to normal, I felt bitter, annoyed and grumpy. Thankfully, an eventful trip to
the local pharmacy, helped me see a different view of the situation.
After 4 days of rain with a sick baby, I was out of baby fever reducer. With frazzled nerves, my fevered, fussy 1-year-old hanging
off my hip, and my 7-year-old complaining about the outing in general, a young man approached us and asked if I needed
help. It was clear he didn’t work for the store as he was not in uniform and didn’t have on a name tag, but he could see I was
having trouble locating what I needed on the bare shelves while juggling the kids, diaper bag, pacifier, etc. As he helped me
find the last bottle of off-brand infant pain reliever, I silently prayed my oldest daughter, who was quietly staring down the
young man with furrowed brow, would not ask any loud, inappropriate questions about his long hair, dark nail polish, or
pants that did not sit anywhere near his waist. As he helped me look for the medicine, we made small talk and he disclosed
that his family had been rescued a few hours before and he was thankful to be safely staying at a relative’s home until he
could get back to his house to assess the damage. This whole encounter took less than 3 minutes. I thanked him profusely
and we parted ways. As we drove home, my daughter began to ask her questions, and to my surprise, they had nothing to do
with the young man’s appearance. She wanted to know how he would get the water out of his house; how he would know
it was safe to go home and how he would get there; how he would get the money to buy more things if his stuff was ruined;
and so on. She was very concerned for this young man and his family. I told her about all the organizations that were already
providing for people like the man with things like shelter, food, clothes, and toiletries. When I looked back, my daughter was
crying. She said that she was so happy that everyone wanted to help each other and that she wanted to help too by going
through her clothes and toys when we got home. In that moment, all the negative feelings I was harboring disappeared. I was
reminded that doing things for others and being a decent neighbor is what makes Houston amazing.
I am thankful that young man helped me today. His helpful spirit, despite his desperate situation, helped remind me about
what is important – people. I know Houston has a long road to recovery ahead, but I also know that Houstonians will take on
the challenge with generosity, kindness, compassion and love.
- W. Baecke, Cypress Resident
BLOOD DRIVES
American Red Cross
Carter Blood
South Texas Blood
www.redcross.org/give-blood
www.carterbloodcare.org/donate-blood
www.donatingforlife.org
ACCOMMODATIONS
Airbnb
www.airbnb.com/disaster/hurricaneharveyevacuees
Airbnb is currently offering an urgent accommodations page for
those who are seeking shelter, as well as those who wish to open
their homes to flood victims.
REBUILDING PROJECTS
Rebuilding Together Houston - www.rebuildingtogetherhouston.org
Rebuilding Together is dedicated to the long-term recovery of areas
affected by disasters, including Hurricane Harvey. Serving uninsured
and underinsured, low-income neighbors, this organization is mobilizing
to start the rebuilding process in Houston.
VOLUNTEERING
Volunteer Houston - www.volunteerhou.org
Get plugged in where it counts by registering through the disaster portal.
All Hands Volunteers - www.hands.org
This organization provides a platform to get connected in recovery and rebuilding
efforts. You may sign up to volunteer or make a donation to this cause.
Coalition for The Homeless
www.homelesshouston.org/take-action/donate/
Crisis Cleanup - www.crisiscleanup.org
This organization serves as a backbone organization to other Crisis Cleanup is a collaborative disaster work order management
groups that provide direct services in relation to homelessness. platform, improving coordination, decreasing duplication efforts,
They are routinely updating and providing information on enhancing efficiency and improving the volunteer experience. Volunteer
Cypress
shelters with
Community
available space.
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and/or contribute to this organization.
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Volunteer
Opportunities
• TEXAS WILDLIFE REHABILITATION COALITION, INC., 713-468-8972, www.twrchouston.org.
• HOUSTON AREA PROJECT LINUS, Karen Hagin, Project Linus blanketeer, at
281-693-7150 or Sally Burns, Project Linus Coordinator, at 281-492-2679 or
www.projectlinus.org.
• CFMC VOLUNTEER PROGRAM, Applications available in Gift Shop of Hospital,
call 281-897-3186.
• CY-FAIR VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT, for info. on how you can join the
other 350 volunteers of our Department and be one of Cy-Fair’s bravest, call us
at 281-656-3840 or visit us on the web at www.cyfairvfd.org.
• CY-HOPE - Needs community partners and volunteers. Call 713-466-HOPE or
visit website www.cy-hope.org.
• HOUSTON CY-FAIR LIONS CLUB - Looking for new members. Contact
houstoncy-fairlions.org or call 281-685-6322 for more information.
• STANDUP FOR KIDS, Contact HeatherE@standupforkids.org to learn more
about StandUp For Kids or how you can help visit our website at www.
standupforkids.org.
• ADOPT A US SOLDIER, show your support for those that are making sacrifices
for our country. If interested, please go to www.adoptaussoldier.org to register.
• JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT, contact 713-682-4500, to find out about opportunities
near you or visit
www.jahouston.org.
• THOMAS A. GLAZIER SENIOR EDUCATION CENTER - Has volunteer
opportunities available. A place for seniors to learn, located 16600 Pine Forest
Lane, near Hwy. 6 and Clay Road. We need you in our classrooms! Get free
volunteer training. Teach your own computer class. Contact us now at 713-
274-3250 or email us: glaziersec@hctx.net.
• SPECIAL CHEERS - providing Occupational Therapy to children with special
needs of all ages living in and around the greater Houston area. We are looking
for extra help around the farm, all high school and college-aged students
interested in working with both children and animals to volunteer, call our
administrative assistant, Ms. Denise Pace, at 713-983-0075, for more info. A
background check will be required of all individuals applying for a volunteer
position at our facility.
• LITERACY ADVANCE OF HOUSTON - volunteer opportunities are available, to
find out more please contact Maxine Stefano, Volunteer Manager, at tutor@
literacyadvance.org or at 713-266-8777 ext.16.
• LOVING ARMS PET PLACEMENT ANIMAL FOSTERS NEEDED - Foster-based
rescue for dogs and cats, always in need of foster families. Visit our website at
www.lovingarmspetplacement.com or visit us at Petsmart on Highway 6 and
FM 529 each Saturday from 11 AM until 5 PM.
• JUST SERVE - www.justserve.org is a free web site that matches volunteers to
non-profit organizations that need volunteers.
• HERO AND FRIEND - partners with business, government and other groups
to enable veterans to become gainfully employed and/or partner with those
with disabilities. Would you like to contribute? Please consider a partnering
contribution. Visit us at www.heroandfriend.com or call us at 281-653-2510 for
more information.
DONATIONS NEEDED
• FABRIC DONATIONS NEEDED - We are seeking donations of fabrics that can be
used in quilts. Please call Dorcus Coulter at 713-858-1294 with any questions
or to schedule a time for donations to be picked up. A receipt will be provided
for tax purposes.
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Support & Help
• CYPRESS ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES (CAM) - located at 11202 Huffmeister.
For a description of all our services please see our website, www.
cypressassistanceministries.com. Donations can be made Mon. - Weds. 10 AM
- 6 PM and Thurs. - Sat. 10 AM - 3 PM.
• CYPRESS AREA FOOD PANTRY - located at Fountain of Life Church of God on
Mueschke Road runs a food pantry on Mondays from 3:30-6 PM. Client should
live in zip code 77433 and west of Skinner 77429. For more information, call
281-373-9337.
• BEAR CREEK AL-ANON MEETINGS, Mondays, 8 PM, West Houston Church
of Christ, Room 207, 17100 West Road. Wednesdays, 8 PM, Bear Creek
Community Center, Hwy. 6 & Patterson Rd. behind Farm & Ranch Pavilion.
Saturdays, 9 AM, Heritage Presbyterian Church, 7934 Hwy. 6 N, 713-683-7227
or www.hal-pc.org/`alanonpx.
• ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, If you want to drink, that’s your business; if you
want to stop, that’s ours. To find a meeting near you or for other information
call: 713-686-6300 or go to www.aahouston.org.
• LYME DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP, Second Saturday of each month, 3-5 PM,
Kindred Hospital cafeteria, 11297 Fallbrook. Teresa Lucher - Contact person:
lucher@sbcglobal.net.
• PALMER DRUG ABUSE PROGRAM, Ages 12 - 17, call 281-870-9311 or for ages
17 to 25 call 713-647-8858.
• GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS, Hotline at 713-684-6654. Wednesdays, 7:30 PM,
Bear Creek Community Center, www.texasga.org.
• OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS, Mondays, 6 PM, Bear Creek United Methodist
Church, 16000 Rippling Water, ROOM Coke #1, 281-345-8319.
• TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY (TOPS) BEAR CREEK CHAPTER, Mondays and
Fridays 9:30 AM-11:00 AM, Thomas Glazier Senior Education Center, located at
16600 Pine Forest Lane. www.tops.org.
• ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP - meets at Cypress UMC on the fourth
Thursday of each month, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM, in room W201. For more info,
call Marianne Johnson at 281-469-2818.
• CANCER COUNSELING - at North Cypress Medical Center at 21216 Northwest
Freeway, Suite 110, Cypress, TX, 1 st floor of the Professional Building. For
questions regarding any of our support groups, call Janet Kantenberger,
LCSW, at 832-912-3658 or visit www.ncmc-hospital.com.
• CANCER SUPPORT GROUP MEETING - meets the 2 nd Tuesday of each month
from 7-8 PM at Copperfield Church, Rm C-8, 8350 Hwy 6 North, Houston, TX
77095. Contact Catherine Thomasson with questions at 832-604-7798.
• BEAR CREEK MS SUPPORT GROUP - meets monthly on the Third Saturday, 1
PM - 3 PM, at The Church Without Walls, 5725 Queenston Blvd, Houston, Texas
77083. For more info, contact Paula 281-530-3857 or Alicia 713-394-2971.
• NORTHWEST HOUSTON MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT GROUP - meets the first
Thursday of each month at 7 PM, at Cy-Fair Professional Building, 11302 Fallbrook
near FM1960. Please contact Connie Crocker at 281-373-5860 for information.
• BEAR CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH DIVORCE SUPPORT GROUP - meets on
Sundays, from 5 PM to 7 PM, at the church campus located at 5901 N. Fry
Road @ West Little York. Pre-register by calling Erin Wilkins at 281-859-9900.
Childcare will be provided for those registered.
• WEST HOUSTON AGLOW LIGHTHOUSE - meets monthly on the second
Thursday, mornings at 10 AM, for bible study, prayer and fellowship. Meetings
are held at Deerfield Village Recreation Center, at the intersection of Clay Road
and Barker Cypress. For more info, email christinejackson@peoplepc.com.
• CYPRESS CALLING MINISTRIES BUNCO FOR BABIES - is hosting Bunco for Babies in
your neighborhood. To find out more please email CCM at jsimpson@cypresscalling.
com or come check out our website www.cypresscalling.com for more info.
• FOOD ADDICTS IN RECOVERY ANONYMOUS (FA) - meeting is every Tuesday
at 7 PM, Saturday at 10 AM and Sunday at 3 PM, West Houston Community
Center, located at 725 Bateswood, Houston 77079. Call FA at 781-932-6300 or
locally 281-392-8914. Visit our website at www.foodaddicts.org.
• GIVE AN HOUR NETWORK - provides Free Counseling to Troops and Families.
People interested in receiving services through Give an Hour are encouraged
to call 281-855-1982 or log on to www.banyancounseling.com, (click Military
Families link) or www.giveanhour.org to determine availability or to locate
another provider in your area.
• GOOD SHEPHERD UMC SUPPORT GROUPS, see our website for info., www.
goodchurch.us or call the church, 281-373-2273.
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How to Carve
A Pumpkin
When it comes to pumpkin carving, the idea is to have fun. We’ve
got tips on carving the best pumpkin, as well as how to pick a good
pumpkin for carving!
HOW TO PICK A GOOD PUMPKIN FOR CARVING
Look for one that is a little misshapen. Inspect it for soft spots (especially
the end opposite the stem). Reject a pumpkin that has soft spots, they
will cause it to deteriorate quickly. Remember, your pumpkin doesn’t
have to sit on its base, in fact, that’s often its weakest spot.
Let the pumpkin guide the shape of the face: An elongated pumpkin
should have an elongated face. A fat and happy pumpkin should have
a fat and happy face.
HOLLOW OR WHOLE?
There are two reasons for hollowing: (1) If the inside is going to be
exposed (through the mouth, etc.), it looks better if it is hollowed
neatly. (2) If you plan to light the pumpkin from the inside, it must be
hollow. You can hollow it out from a hole in the back instead of the top,
so that the look of the face isn’t affected. If you’re illuminating with a
candle, you need to hollow from the top to allow the heat and smoke
to escape.
THE TOOLS
Use a water-based marker to outline the face that you want to carve.
First, draw a line down the center to establish symmetry. Then sketch
the nose, the approximate center of the face. Once you’re satisfied with
the details, trace over the lines using a permanent marker. For carving,
basic kitchen implements, such as a paring knife or a steak knife with
a standard - not serrated - blade that’s not going to bend, work well.
You can also use a standard jigsaw blade. Otherwise, improvise: Use a
melon-ball cutter to make circles, for example.
MAKE A FACE
To achieve a three-dimensional appearance, carve the entire pumpkin.
Exaggerate the features. (If you aren’t sure what teeth really look like or
how the gum line works, smile and look in the mirror.) If the pumpkin is
frowning, carve wrinkles under the mouth. To add character, carve a lot
of “crow’s feet” lines around the eyes. Consider using the stem as the
nose and inserts such as radishes for the eyes or cut eyeballs from the
back of the pumpkin and hold them in place with toothpicks.
CARVE WITH CARE
Use two hands at all times: one to control the blade and the other to
control the pressure with which you cut (and thus the depth). Take care
not to jab the blade into the pumpkin; you don’t want to cut all the
way through the rind - except to determine its depth. The thickness of
the rind will vary, not only from pumpkin to pumpkin, but also within
one pumpkin. To determine your pumpkin’s average depth, cut a core
sample where you want an eye or a nostril to be. Keep that piece nearby
as a reminder of how deep you can safely cut.
ENJOY IT WHILE IT LASTS
Pumpkins, which are actually a fruit, not a vegetable, are 90 percent
water, so after carving they usually last only three days to a week. A
jack-o’-lantern with a surface carving will last longer than one that
is cut all the way through. Putting a candle or other light inside will
shorten its life span, as the heat that results can “cook” the pumpkin
and reduce its longevity to a matter of hours. For a bright, shiny finish,
spray Armor All on the pumpkin and rub it in. Paint will not preserve a
pumpkin. However, if you decide to paint your pumpkin for decoration,
use a water-based latex paint and wait at least an hour after carving so
that the cuts you have made in the pumpkin have a chance to dry.
Source: www.almanac.com

Halloween
Jalapeno
Mummies
10 Jalapeno Peppers
8 oz Softened Cream Cheese
8 oz Pepper Jack Cheese
1/2 tsp Minced Garlic
Pinch Salt
Pinch Pepper
1 Scallion
Candied Eyeballs
Pillsbury Crescent Rolls
WITCH HAT CUPCAKES
CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup cocoa
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 large egg
3/4 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
VANILLA BUTTERCREAM FROSTING
1 cup unsalted butter softened
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tbsp heavy whipping cream
food coloring green and orange
HAT DECORATIONS
Oreo Thins 1 per cupcake
Hershey Kisses 1 per cupcake
Candy Corn cut along color lines
For the Chocolate Cupcakes: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a muffin tin
with cupcake liners, then set aside. In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking
powder, salt, and cocoa. Set aside. Using a stand mixer (or hand mixer + large
bowl), beat together vegetable oil and egg on low for 30 seconds. Add milk
and vanilla extract and mix until combined, about 1 minute. Keeping speed
on low, slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, about 1/2 cup
at a time. Once all dry ingredients have been added, mix just until the dry
ingredients are no longer visible, about another 2-3 minutes. Be careful not
to overmix. Pour batter into prepared muffin tin, filling containers about 1/2
way full. Bake chocolate cupcakes in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until a
tester toothpick comes out clean. Let cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes,
then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Preheat your over to 400° in line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash then Slice your jalapeño peppers in half lengthwise and scoop
out the inside. In a large mixing bowl, use a cheese grater to shred your
block of pepper jack cheese. Chop a scallion in tiny pieces. Mix in your
cream cheese, scallion pieces, garlic, pepper and salt to your shredded
cheese. Fill your jalapeño peppers with your cheese mixture. Now
unroll your crescent rolls into rectangles (leave two triangles together
and pinch the middle together). Use a pizza cutter to cut each crescent
rectangle lengthwise into four even pieces. Wrap one or two pieces
around each pepper, leaving a small opening for the eyes. Bake for 10-
12 minutes. Right when you take your mummies out of the oven, add
two candy eyes in each top opening.
Source: www.frugalcouponliving.com
Witch Hat
Cupcakes
For the Vanilla Buttercream Frosting:
Using a stand mixer (or hand mixer + large bowl), beat butter and vanilla
extract on high until fluffy. Drop speed to medium and slowly add sugar to
butter, mixing thoroughly in between. If mixture gets too dry, add the 1 tbsp
heavy whipping cream. If using food coloring, separate about 1/3 to 1/2 cup
frosting to a separate bowl. Add green food coloring to the larger portion of
frosting and orange food coloring to the smaller portion and mix thoroughly.
Putting it all together:
Decorate chocolate cupcakes with the green frosting (to create the “hair”
for the witch) using a decorating tip of your choice. Press an Oreo on to
the top of the green frosting (to create the brim of the hat). Using another
piping bag, add about 1/2 tablespoon of orange frosting on top of the
Oreo. Press an unwrapped Hershey Kiss into the frosting, using even
pressure so that a ring of orange frosting appears around the base of the
Kiss (this creates the top of the hat). Place a piece of cut candy corn into
the orange frosting (for the hat buckle). I used only yellow pieces for this.
Source: homemadehooplah.com

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FOR SALE
Rockets tickets, 2 seats, section 103, row 23, seats 16&17, $135/pair, face value season-ticket
holder. Great seats. Call/text 713-851-5431.
Baby bed, Cherry wood, adjustable, 3 drawers, shelves, extra railing w/changing platform,
$175 OBO, nice piece. 713-202-9691 Hearthstone.
Samsung Series 7 15.6” Laptop, 8GB Memory, 1TB Hard Drive, Silver, i7 Processor, Model
No. NP700Z5C-S01UB, includes Windows 7 Home, Office 2010, Acrobat Reader DC, Corel
Paintshop Pro X6, Adobe Photoshop Elements 12 plus AC adapter. Extras include laptop bag,
mouse and 4-port USB adapter, $600. Call or text 832-584-5951.
Small Wheelchair, $50; Potty Chair (new), $25; Outside electric scooter lift AL100, $500; Small
mobility scooter, $250. Leave number, 281-371-6919.
Sealy Hybrid / Kelburn king size firm mattress and box springs. They are one and a half years
old and like new condition. Paid $1,951.41 and selling for $1,300. Please contact Emma at
281-859-1796.
HELP WANTED
Register Tapes Unlimited is looking for Inside Sales/Telemarketing reps to work in our
corporate office call center in the Houston/Katy area. We have a contract with over 10,000
major grocery chains in 47 states and Western Canada. Heavy Cold Calling to Business
Owners to set appointments for top producing outside reps, $10/Hour plus unlimited Comm.
& Bonuses. Our team’s average $15-$30/hour w/ comm. Full Time M-F. No Late nights or
weekends, great environment. You will be eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision & Life insurance
after 60 days, 401k after 1 year. No experience needed: www.rtui.com. To apply, send resume
to kimberlee.moore@rtui.com.
Looking for people to work in the field services, crew workers and helpers to work on servicing
irrigation systems for growing Irrigation Company, no experience needed, will train. Must
have own transportation and clean driver’s license. Growth opportunity, Northwest Houston
area. Email: sprinklerworkers@gmail.com.
Plumbers or Apprentices for repair. Bilingual preferred. Please call 281-256-2239.
Housekeepers needed. Great hours for moms with school age children. 281-861-0394.
Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900.
West Houston Electric is looking for Experienced Journeyman Electricians to join our team
of Expert Residential Electrical Service Technicians. We offer competitive pay with benefits
including company vehicle. Requirements: Must have good driving record, valid driver
license and must have current Texas Journeyman Electrician License. Send resume to: info@
westhoustonelectric.com.
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HOMES/CONDOS/LAND FOR SALE
2 - one/half acre connecting lots (total one acre) on Grand Harbour Island
on Lake Conroe in Montgomery, Texas. Excellent location on water. Will
sell together or separate. $150,000 each OBO. 281-858-4422.
HOMES FOR LEASE
4.2.5-2 with pool. Elegant home in heart of Copperfield with major
upgrades interior and exterior plus a sprinkler system. Must see! Asking
$247,500. Please call 281-463-8147 or 713-416-7981 for appointment.
TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES
Vacation Home in Galveston, TX located beachside, 16 miles from
downtown Galveston, 2nd row gulf view home with cargo lift, sleeps
19 people, 6 bedrooms with 3 master suites, large 2-story deck. Great
family getaway! Book: https://www.sandnsea.com/booking/sea-pearl/
SEAPEARL phone: 409-797-5500.
Furnished ocean view vacation rental available in San Diego California.
Looking for a vacation spot in San Diego? Look no further. This one or two
bedroom, two bath, fully furnish unit is a 3 minute walk to the sand in
beautiful Pacific Beach. Here are some other highlights: 1,113 sq.ft., 1 or 2
bedroom, 2 bath, Ocean views, High speed internet, Fully furnished with
full kitchen, Heated pool and hot tub and did I mention that it’s a 3-minute
walk to the beach? Contact Art Bennett for more details: Art.Bennett@
sbcglobal.net, 713-247-9507.
Galveston Seawall Condo, beautiful ocean view, full kitchen, sleeps 4-6,
$550/weekend, Nottingham family owned. Completely renovated, NOT in
rental pool. No pets. So close and so much fun, Galveston! Stacie 713-302-
5222.
Timeshare: Rent a lovely condo for a full week in Hawaii! I have one week
reserved in Maui, resort name is Kauhale Makai. Sleeps 4, one bedroom,
fully stocked kitchen. The resort charges $200 per day if not with timeshare.
What else needs to be said... It’s Hawaii! $795 per week. For information
contact Cheryl at 281-855-7427.
Las Vegas Timeshare: On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen,
dining & living. Jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s, 2 Phones, 2 pools outside building,
fitness room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days, $465 or 7 days, $595. No
added fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409.
Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar Creek Cabin,
new 2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front porch, satellite TV, beautiful
views, abundant wildlife, Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park,
sleeps 8. Call 866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more
information.
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