Lost Creek November 2017

Lost Creek 

Community News 

The Official Newsletter for Lakemont 

November 2017 

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Family Focus pg. 9 

Library News pgs. 9.-12 

Houston Events pgs. 13-14 

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2 November 2017 | Community Newsletter

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 

PCMI 281-504-1306 

LOST CREEK BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

Pete Lajoie 

Cesar Solis 

Kris Ellis 

Matt Fehr 

Kerrick Castle 

www.lostcreekowners.com 

LOST CREEK HOMEOWNERS 

Welcome to the November 2017 issue of Lost Creek’s newsletter. 

Please keep the newsletter coming by supporting the advertisers in 

this publication. 

The official Lost Creek website is: www.lostcreekowners.com 

The two websites below are unofficial and not run by the HOA: 

Facebook: www.facebook.com/lostcreekhoa 

NextDoor: https://lostcreekrichmond.nextdoor.com 

HURRICANE HARVEY 

Several Lost Creek homes were severely damaged and a number of 

fences were blown down due to the tornado that roared through here 

during the hurricane. Thankfully we escaped flooding of our homes 

from rising water that destroyed so many others in Southeast Texas. 

FALL ACTIVITIES IN LOST CREEK 

The following events are planned for the remainder of 2017: 

November 11 th : Movie Night 

December 9 th : Cookies with Santa 

December TBD: Christmas Light Contest 

PLEASE SIGN UP - GET IMPORTANT HOA NOTICES 

If you are a Lost Creek resident and want to receive the latest notices 

on issues and concerns that are current or coming up, go to our official 

website www.lostcreekowners.com and add your name to our email 

list. Our list is kept private and is used only by the HOA Board to send 

out important announcements to residents. 

President 

Vice-President 

Treasurer 

Secretary 

Assistant Secretary/Treasurer 

NON-EMERGENCIES 

Sheriff - - Fort Bend 281-341-4665 

Constable - - Precinct 3 281-238-1430 

Fire - - Richmond 281-232-6871 

Poison Control Center 800-222-1222 

Call B4 You Dig 811 

UTILITIES 

Electric - - CenterPointe 800-332-7143 

Gas - - CenterPointe 800-332-7143 

Water - - Municipal District Services: 

Billing 281-290-6507 

24 hour Repair 281-290-6503 

Trash - - Best Trash 281-313-2378 

REPORT STREET LIGHTS THAT ARE OUT 

Contact CenterPoint Energy at 713-207-2222 or go to their website to 

report an outage. You will need to get the number that’s on the side 

of the light pole to let them know which light is out and where the 

pole is located. 

www.centerpointenergy.com/en-us/residential/customer-service/ 

electric-outage-center/report-streetlight-outages 

2018 ASSESSMENT 

The Lost Creek Board of Directors has decided that there will be no 

increase in the HOA assessment for 2018. 

TROUBLE PAYING YOUR ASSESSMENT? 

Did you know that you can appeal to the HOA Board of Directors to 

be approved for a payment plan? If you get behind in paying your assessment 

and have legitimate financial problems, call Gloria at PCMI. 

You can also set up an appointment to discuss your situation with the 

Board and see what kind of plan fits your needs. Don’t let the interest 

and legal fees add up month after month that get you further in debt. 

Please be aware that failure to follow through on the plan you commit 

to can result in additional fees or possible legal action. 

CONTACT LOST CREEK PROPERTY MANAGER 

Gloria Black is our property management contact at PCMI. You can call 

her at 281-870-0585 x30363 or email her at gloria.black@stservices. 

com You can also use the official Lost Creek HOA website to contact 

Lost Creek’s property manager. 

HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS 

SCHOOLS 

LAMAR CISD 832-223-0000 

Adolphus Elementary 832-223-4700 

Wertheimer Middle School 832-223-4100 

Briscoe Junior High 832-223-4000 

Foster High School 832-223-3800 

POST OFFICES 

Richmond - - 5560 FM 1640 Rd 281-633-0386 

Rosenberg - - 2103 Avenue G 281-342-3388 

Katy - - 20180 Park Row Dr 281-829-5063 

LIBRARIES 

CINCO RANCH, Katy 

2620 Commercial Center Blvd 281-395-1311 

MAUD MARKS, Katy 

1815 Westgreen Blvd 281-492-8592 

GEORGE MEMORIAL, Richmond 

1001 Golfview 281-342-4455 

BOB LUTTS, Fulshear 

8100 FM 359 South 281-633-4675 

GOVERNMENT OFFICES 

Ft. Bend City Tax Office 281-341-3710 

Ft. Bend Central Appraisal 281-344-8623 

Ft. Bend City Animal Control 281-342-1512 

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THE LOST CREEK PARK 

Now that Fort Bend MUD50 has been approved to issue Park Bonds and 

will be able to raise money for both parks and trails, the Lost Creek Board 

of Directors decided to turn the park over to Fort Bend MUD50 so that it 

can be completed and maintained properly. It is expected that the trails 

and the benches along the trail in the park will be completed during 

the spring of 2018. Along with the Lost Creek park, there will be parks 

and trails built in the Parkway Lakes and Grand Meadows communities 

within the MUD50 district during 2018. It is all part of a master plan that 

will be presented at our Annual Homeowners meeting in February. 

PARKING IN THE STREET 

Be courteous to your neighbors if you choose to park in the street 

anywhere in Lost Creek. Please don’t park directly opposite another 

parked vehicle so as to leave only a narrow space for other vehicles 

to drive. Be aware that, if you park in the street, you could be risking 

damage to your vehicle if it is hit by a passing vehicle. 

DO NOT LET YOUR PETS RUN FREE IN LOST CREEK 

Common household pets must be confined to a fenced-in backyard or 

in the house. Pets are not allowed to roam free outside of your house 

or outside of your fenced-in backyard. When walking your dog or 

other pet away from your property, it must be on a leash at all times 

within Lost Creek. This is a Fort Bend County ordinance as well as a 

Lost Creek regulation. 

PLEASE SCOOP YOUR PET’S POOP 

Don’t contribute to the spread of disease. Young children sometimes 

pick up pet poop and play with it not knowing what it is. When you 

walk your dog, respect all yards and sidewalks in our neighborhood as 

well as Lost Creek’s community property. Remember to bring either a 

scooper and/or plastic bags to pick up the poop and place in trash at 

home or in the trashcan at the rec center. Thank you. 

COMMERCIAL VEHICLES 

COMMERCIAL VEHICLES ARE NOT ALLOWED TO BE PARKED 

OVERNIGHT ON ANY OF THE STREETS WITHIN LOST CREEK. 

LOST CREEK TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS LIST 

If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage 

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

click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with your 

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

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

on your form. Please make sure your email is correct, we send emails 

in the summer to make sure all the info is still good and that you want 

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

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

DISCLAIMER 

Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those 

listed on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out 

references if you do not personally know those listed. This is just a 

list of teenagers from the subdivision who wish to find part time jobs. 

Responsibility for any work done by these teenagers is between those 

seeking helpers and the teens and their parents. 

CODE KEY: 

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

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

TEENAGE JOB SEEKER’S LIST 

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HARVEY 

By Cheryl Conley, TWRC Wildlife Center 

Just as Hurricane Harvey displaced thousands of people, Harvey 

also displaced thousands of wild animals. Compassionate residents 

have brought birds, snakes, squirrels and even an alligator to TWRC 

Wildlife Center for care. 

Although there is no way of knowing the actual number of animals 

affected, the numbers are, no doubt, very high. It is human nature 

to want to help these animals but in some cases, it is better to leave 

them alone. 

• DEER - Many deer were forced to move to higher ground. People 

are seeing deer in their yards, in the streets and other areas with 

dry land. It is for your own safety that you do not try to catch these 

animals. Make sure that gates are open so they have a way to exit 

your yard. Sadly, there’s nothing else you can do. 

• ALLIGATORS AND SNAKES - It seems silly that we would have to 

warn people to stay away from them but sometimes curiosity gets 

the best of people. Keep your distance. If you need help identifying 

a snake to find out if it’s venomous, call us and we can help. We can 

also refer you to a professional who can assist with the removal of 

snakes. For help with alligators, we recommend you call your Game 

Warden. To find the Game Warden for your area, go to the Texas 

Parks and Wildlife website. 

It is baby squirrel season right now and in the case of these animals, 

your intervention may be needed. If you find a baby, you will first 

need to try to reunite the baby with its mother. You can do this by 

placing the baby in a small container near the area where you found 

it. Make sure the container is safe from dogs and cats. Watch to see if 

mom comes to get her little one. If, after a couple of hours, the mom 

has not returned, you will need to intervene. The most important 

thing is to keep the baby warm. You can accomplish by placing the 

baby in a box along with a soft cloth and place the box on a heating 

pad set to low. Do NOT attempt to give the baby food or water. Bring 

the baby to TWRC Wildlife Center as soon as possible. 

Chances are very low that you will encounter any other wildlife 

babies at this time of the year. You may encounter injured adult 

raccoons, opossums and birds, however. We advise that you do not 

try to rescue these animals. Their intention is not to hurt you but 

they may bite or scratch because they are afraid. 

If you have questions about wildlife, we are available from 10 AM to 

2 PM to help you. Before attempting to rescue an animal and before 

bringing it in to us, we suggest you give us a call first. After hours, 

our website can provide you with many answers. 

Thank you for your support during this difficult time. 

COMMUNITY HEROES 

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Volunteer firefighting is one of the most rewarding experiences 

you’ll ever have. Community VFD offers free fire training and 

volunteering is a great way to make a difference personally while 

having a positive impact in your community. Volunteers can 

fight fires, drive apparatuses, extract patients from vehicles at 

accident scenes, etc. 

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emergency medical services (EMS) and 

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There are plenty of alternative Thanksgiving meals 

that will give you that holiday feeling. Here are 

some ideas: 

• Pork Roast: Adding apples and cinnamon will ensure 

that no one misses the turkey when you serve 

this dish. It smells and tastes like holiday heaven. 

• Roasted Chicken: A roasted chicken certainly 

qualifies as a solid turkey replacement. 

• Thanksgiving Jambalaya: You can substitute any 

meat here: turkey breast slices, chicken, shrimp. 

• Baked Cod or Microwaved Salmon: Who says you 

can’t serve fish on Thanksgiving! 

• Eggplant Parmesan: Both vegetarians and 

non-vegetarians alike will love you for this. 

• Leg of Lamb: A great alternative that will everyone, 

especially if you add exotic spices and 

seasonings. 

• Beef Stew: Hearty and plentiful; your house will 

be filled with the most amazing aromas. 

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WHAT TO DO BEFORE, DURING, AFTER THANKSGIVING DINNER 

The most wonderful time of year also means less time for you! Keep your focus on 

YOU before, during and after holiday eating: 

1) BEFORE: during the day, drink plenty of water, eat hydrating fruits -melons, 

apples, take a long walk, eat a whole-grain breakfast 

2) DURING: continue to hydrate, make sure your plate has MORE vegetables, avoid 

white grains and choose whole grains, gravy on the side, fresh baked potatoes 

vs. mashed, WATER! 

3) AFTER: continue to hydrate, stay active, go for a walk, have a small 

piece of dessert - key is small! 


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“Only by giving are you able to receive more than you already 

have.” - Jim Rohn 

Whatever the time of year, here are some ideas for gifts we can 

give that have the potential to improve the lives of those around. 

Gifts that keep on giving. 

1) Giving the Gift of Our Full Attention. Give the gift of your full 

attention to others around you and allow them the stage they 

deserve. 

2) Giving the Gift of Kindness. There are many ways we can offer 

the gift of our kindness. Not expecting anything in return except 

maybe the warm feeling we get from knowing we are doing 

something good for someone else. 

3) Giving the Gift of Our Time. We can do this by taking our commitments 

seriously. By booking in time with friends and keeping 

that time free for those friends. By making time to stop and shoot 

the breeze for a while with a neighbor. By taking time out to spend 

disconnected from the online world to spend undistracted with 

a loved one. 

4) Giving the Gift of Judging Less. We’re all human and sometimes 

we make mistakes in life. In such times it can help us all if we can 

talk to someone that will just listen without making judgements. 

Good friends will do this but we can also extend this gift to others. 

Judge less and remember, none of us are perfect. 

5) Giving the Gift of a Heartfelt Compliment. Closely aligned with 

1 and 2 on this list, this is also worthy of its own spot. A well timed 

and earnest compliment can have an immediate and positive 

impact on the recipient. It shows we have noticed something 

in others. 

6) Giving the Gift of Gratitude. Letting others know how grateful 

we are for them being in our lives can mean a lot. Expressing how 

we appreciate all they do for us. How they inspire us or have been 

there for us in challenging times. Let others know you are grateful 

for them just the way they are. 

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BLACK FRIDAY TIPS 

• The best deals are usually on the big-ticket items (think over $500). 

If you’re thinking about buying a big-ticket item, Black Friday is a 

good time. 

• The goal of major retailers is to keep you in the store! They want you to 

do more of your shopping in their store to increase market share. Be aware 

and don’t get distracted or overwhelmed. Plan ahead and know the store 

layout! 

• Bring someone with you to split up and conquer tasks! 

• Popular items, especially Black Friday Doorbusters, will sell out and 

aren’t avail able via raincheck. If there’s a deal you have to have, 

make sure you get it early! 

• Check online: some deals can be had online without the in-person hassle. 

But many deals are only in stores or only online, so make sure you 

double check! 

• Wear comfy shoes, bring snacks, water and stay patient, don’t let 

it get to you too much! There’s always CyberMonday! 

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BEST GIFTS FOR 2017 

One of the best gift ideas this holiday season is the gift of being prepared! 

Here are some great ideas for an emergency preparedness gift box: 

• Rain gear - boots, jacket, umbrella 

• Mosquito protection - bug spray, citronella candles 

• Nonperishable foods - assorted canned soup (low sodium), crackers, cereal, 

granola bars 

• Lights - flashlights, lanterns, candles 

• Batteries - all sizes, all shapes, all batteries 

• Go to bag - prep this bag with toiletries, extra clothes, money, shoes - this is 

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• Brown patch will continue to plague St. Augustine lawns as nights get 

cooler and humidity and rain continue. Discolored circles will appear in low 

areas almost overnight. Apply a fungicide recommended for brown patch 

according to label directions. Avoid walking through brown-patched turf. It 

spreads easily from the bottom of your shoes. If brown patch appears in the 

same lawn areas every year, add an inch or two of sandy topsoil to eliminate 

those low spots. 

• Fertilize St. Augustine turf with a winterizing formula to promote root growth 

over the winter months. Lower your lawn mover blades now and mow on a 

schedule that cuts no more than one-third of the grass blade away. 

• As chrysanthemums and other perennials finish blooming, cut flowering 

stalks to the ground to permit all strength to be used in making root growth. 

• Feed roses lightly, but avoid nitrogen fertilizers. Do not prune now. Keep 

up spraying program and water deeply. 

• Remove dead foliage and plant debris to help eradicate insects and disease 

organisms. Thin out and transfer volunteer seedlings. Beds made now will 

benefit by weathering before being planted. If soil is heavy, dig six inches 

deep, leave rough, cover with gymsum and strawy manure, water and allow 

to mellow. 

• Bananas are more likely to bear fruit if the trunk does not die back in winter. 

Cut banana stalks back to six feet, wrap with newspaper and burlap. 

• Continue mulching for winter. Build up a thick top mulch to protect roots 

from freezing and winter drying. Don’t throw away those pine tree needles; 

they make great acidic mulch for azaleas, gardenias and next Spring’s 

impatiens. 

• Place pansies in beds after weather has cooled. Use a little blood 

meat mixed in soil under each plant. 

• Now is the best time to plant trees and shrubs. 


Family 

Focus 

Family Roster 

Mom & Dad 

Mom: Beth, VP, Franchise Operations for Marriott 

International 

Dad: Pete, GM of the Sugarland Marriott Hotel 

What Makes Them Tick: Going on vacation, to the theater, 

the SPA and spending time with their children. 

Kiddos 

Nash: 10 YO sports fanatic; highly involved in baseball, 

football, basketball 

Ireland: 5 YO girly-girl; enjoys gymnastics and swimming 

School: Both attend Montessori House for Elementary 

Locale 

Firethorne - “[We] LOVE living here. Some of our closest 

friends (and our kids friends) live in the neighborhood 

too. Great community where you will often find neighbors 

helping neighbors just because they are “good people”. 

The Scoop: Turkey (Stuffing) Day 

Favorite Thanksgiving Dish: “Every Thanksgiving week we travel as a family back to Nebraska where 

many aunts, uncles and cousins live. The night before Thanksgiving we all get together at one of the 

“aunts” houses, drink wine (the adults that is) and make home-made stuffing for the turkey. It’s Beth’s 

grandma’s recipe that continues to be passed down. Usually a 20+ pound turkey as there is typically 

a gathering of about 30 of us.” 

Thanksgiving Tradition: After the annual 2:00 PM Thanksgiving dinner, weather permitting, their family 

enjoys a comingled game of soccer in the backyard with kids and adults. Otherwise, they stay in and 

– you guessed it – watch football while playing board games. This group knows how to enjoy their 

post-turkey time together! 

“Thanksgiving has always been the most important family holiday of the year. It’s the one time we all 

come together to celebrate and give thanks for this big, fat, Catholic family!” 

Christmas Prep 

When They Start: “Sometimes 

we start before Thanksgiving 

to get it done. With 11 

siblings in Beth’s family and 

over 25 grandkids each 

year we pick names. The 

siblings and their spouse; 

the kids pick kids names.” 

How They Get In 

the Christmas Spirit: 

“DECORATING our yard!! 

LOVE, LOVE…the more 

decorations the better… 

come on by! 28515 S 

Firethorne Rd!” 

We would love to feature your family! Each month, one family will be chosen from one of our communities. For more information, email familyfocus@krenekprinting.com. 

Daylight Saving Time Ends 

November 5 

Set clocks back one hour! 

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Hours: Mon. 9 AM - 9 PM, Tues. 9 AM - 9 PM, Wed. 9 AM - 9 PM, Thurs. 9 AM 

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fortbend.lib.tx.us, Public Information Office - 281-633-4734. To register 

online for any event (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Calendar,” select 

“George Memorial Library,” and find the program. Participants may also 

register by calling the library at 281-633-4734 or by visiting the library. 

LIBRARY CLOSINGS 

November 10th: Veterans Day 

November 23rd-26th: Thanksgiving 


SPECIAL EVENTS 

• CAPTURE FORT BEND COUNTY-PHOTO EXHIBIT - November 1st-November 

30th, Bohachevsky Gallery. Photographs entered in the “Capture Fort 

Bend County” amateur-photography contest will be on display throughout 

the month. 

• Let’s Learn Origami! - Wednesday, November 1st, 5:30-7 PM, Room 2A. 

Learn how to make an elegant decoration or gift from a simple piece of 

paper. Library staff will demonstrate how to create a dragon and a swimming 

swan by simply folding and twisting paper into whimsical shapes. 

Materials for this program were provided through the generous support 

of the Friends of George Memorial Library organization. 

• National Novel Writing Month Workshops - Fort Bend County Libraries 

encourages fledgling writers or anyone who has ever wanted to write a 

novel, to join in this coast-to-coast annual writing challenge. This series 

of workshops is designed to support and encourage aspiring novelists 

to complete their goals for the “NaNoWriMo” writers’ event. Materials 

for these workshops were made possible by the generous support of the 

Friends of the George Memorial Library. 

Nov. 1st: 6:30-8:30 PM, Room 2C - “NaNoWriMo Kick-Off Write-In” 

Nov. 11th: 11 AM-1 PM, Room 2A - “NaNoWriMo Midway Workshop” 

Nov. 30th: 6:30-8:30 PM, Room 2A - “NaNoWriMo Last Sprint/Victory Lap” 

• STORY SPINNERS WRITING CLUB – Thursdays, 5:30-8 PM, Room 2C. For 

National Novel-Writing Month in November, the Story Spinners Writing Club 

will meet weekly so that aspiring novelists who want to participate in this 

novel-writing initiative can receive feedback and support. Recommended 

for writers of all genres and experience levels aged 14 and up. Each week 

will have a particular theme: 

Nov. 2nd: Thesis vs. Antithesis: Argument in Action 

Nov. 9th: Plot Twists: How to Mess with Your Audience’s Minds 

Nov. 16th: Active vs. Passive Voice: Use Both to Your Advantage 

Nov. 30th: Plot Holes: Missed Opportunities & Things That Don’t Make Sense 

• Fort Bend County Libraries Book Fest - Saturday, November 4th, 10 AM-2 

PM. Featuring an exciting line-up of authors, storytellers, performances and 

workshops, the festival will have literary events, free activities and fun for 

the whole family throughout the building and in the outdoor amphitheater 

behind the library. Food trucks will be on site with a variety of culinary 

options for people to purchase. Check the Fort Bend County Libraries 

website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us) for the schedule of events. 

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• Sunday Jazz Time with Second Street Brass - Sunday, November 5th, 2 

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talents. Performances are limited to five minutes or less and they must not 

contain any profanity or other insensitive topics. Participants must be at 

least 22 years old for this event. 

• NEW! Well-Versed Poetry Club - Mondays, November 13th and 27th, 6:30- 

8 PM, Room 2D. Poets of all experience levels are welcome to write, share, 

learn, support, network and critique each other’s work in a friendly, welcoming 

and encouraging environment. Discover and share tips, tricks and 

resources that are unique to poetry writing. Reservations encouraged. 

• Native Americans of Texas - Tuesday, November 14th, 7-8:30 PM, Meeting 

Room. Dr. Nicholas Cox, a professor of U.S. and Texas History at Houston 

Community College, will talk about how Native Americans influenced the 

expansion and cultures of Texas. 

• Native American Foods - Saturday, November 18th, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, 

Meeting Room. During this come-and-go event, sample some of the traditional 

foods of Native American tribes that once resided in Texas. Beef 

jerky, roasted sunflower seeds, huckleberry bread and fry bread will be 

available. Materials for this program were made possible by the generous 

support of the Friends of the George Memorial Library. 

• Family-History Research: Civil War Union Records - Saturday, November 

18th, 10 AM, Computer Lab. Find out how to search for U.S. Civil-War ancestors 

who served for the Union. Registration required. 

• How to Become a Citizen - Saturday, November 18th, 1:30 PM, Meeting Room. 

Rehan Alimohammad, an immigration attorney with Wong Fleming Attorneys 

at Law, will talk about how to become a U.S. citizen, including where to start 

and what is needed. Learn about the requirements of naturalization, how to 

prepare for citizenship and common questions and problems. 

• RESUMÉ WORKSHOP - Tuesday, November 28th, 2 PM, Computer Lab. 

Learn the basics of putting together a resumé. Those attending this informal 

program will receive one-one-one help formatting a resumé. For assistance 

on a pre-existing resumé, please have a digital copy available on a USB flashdrive, 

saved to the cloud or have access to it via email. Registration required. 

• Book Break - Thursday, November 16th, at 12 Noon, Room 2C. The book 

to be discussed is A Thousand Splendid Suns, written by Khaled Hosseini. 

Those attending may bring a lunch. 

• HEAVY INKS GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB - Saturday, November 18th, 11 

AM, Room 2B. Readers of all ages who enjoy illustrated novels and comic 

books are invited to join this inaugural meeting of a book club specifically 

for graphic-novel enthusiasts. The book to be discussed is Deadman Wonderland, 

written by Jinsei Kataoka and illustrated by Kazuma Kondue. 

• ESL Conversation Circles - Thursdays, 10 AM, Learning Lab, presented in 

English. Program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place 

to practice their English language and conversation skills. The “Conversation 

Circles” will provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people 

to gather in a relaxed setting and discuss topics of their own choosing 

while practicing their English skills. This activity will NOT take place on 

November 23rd, the library will be closed for the holiday. 

• ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - All computer classes take place in the 

Computer Lab. Seating is limited and reservations are required. 

MS Word Survival Basics: Wednesday, November 1st, 10 AM 

Computers 101: Thursday, November 2nd, 10 AM 

You Can Teach Yourself to Type: Monday, November 6th, 9 AM 

MS Word Survival Basics: Monday, November 6th, 7 PM 

MS Word: Intermediate: Wednesday, November 8th, 10 AM 

MS Excel Survival Basics: Wednesday, November 15th, 10 AM 

MS Excel: Intermediate: Wednesday, November 22nd, 10 AM 

MS Excel: Formulas & Conditions: Wednesday, November 29th, 10 AM 

eReader Q&A: Tuesday, November 7th, 1-3 PM, Learning Lab. 

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• YA: Roadmap to College - Thursday, November 2nd, 7 PM, Room 2A. Princeton 

Review representative Melissa Wright will provide an overview of the 

ACT and SAT college-entrance exams. Students in grades 9-12 will learn 

about the differences between the tests, the information on the tests, how 

the tests are scored, when to take them and how the scores are evaluated 

in determining college admission. 

• OPEN MIKE NIGHT FOR YOUNG ADULTS/TEENS - Wednesday, November 

8th, 5:30 PM, Meeting Room. Open-Mic Night is a casual event planned 

for teen performers to be able to take the stage and express themselves! 

Rock the mic and drop an earful of poetry, music, freestyle rap, comedy 

or one-act plays or showcase any other unique talents. Performances are 

limited to five minutes or less and they must not have any profanity or 

other insensitive topics. This event is for Young Adult performers between 

14 and 22 years of age. 

• Young Adult Advisory Council - Wednesday, November 15th, 5 PM, Room 

2B. Teens in grades 9-12 who are interested in an exciting new leadership 

opportunity and volunteer-service hours are invited to attend this meeting 

of the Teen Advisory Council. Members will have a chance to share 

ideas about library programs, to help out at events, to give suggestions 

for teen services, books and movies and to meet new people. 

• Young Adult Book Club – Saturday, November 18th, 1 PM, Room 2B. Teen 

readers will have the opportunity to meet with others who share the same 

love for great books and have a lively discussion on the reasons a book or 

its characters were liked or disliked. This month, readers will talk about 

the contemporary novel of their choice. 

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS 

• Toddler Time: Thursdays at 10 AM, offers caregiver/child activities, stories 

and songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age. This activity will 

NOT take place on November 23rd, the library will be closed for the holiday. 

• Preschool Story Time: Wednesdays at 10 AM, 3 to 6 years of age, presents 

stories, movies and age-appropriate craft activities. 

• Pajama Night Story Time: Thursdays at 6:30 PM, gives families an evening 

option for some activities presented during the daytime. This activity 

will NOT take place on November 23rd, the library will be closed for the 

holiday. 

• Family Story Time: Saturdays at 10 AM. Families with children of all ages 

are invited to come and enjoy stories, movies and crafts together. This activity 

will NOT take place on November 25th, the library will be closed for 

the holiday. 

• After-School Breaks: 3rd Thursday, 4 PM, in the Meeting Room. Crafts, 

movies, stories and more for school-aged children in grades kindergarten 

through 3. The activity on November 16th will be “Pop-Bottle Fireflies.” 

• The Creative Connection: 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 6 PM in the Middle 

Grades department. Activities specially designed for kids in grades 4 

through 8. 

November 8th: Drawing Super Heroes 

November 22nd: Drawing Villains 

• Middle School Program: 1st and 3rd Mondays, 6 PM in the Teen area. 

Activities for youth in grades 6 through 8. 

November 6th: Crafts & Advanced Coloring 

November 20th: STEM Activities 

For more information about any of our events, call the library’s Public Information 

Office at 281-633-4734. 


HOUSTON AREA EVENTS AND ROAD TRIPS 

NOVEMBER 2017 

Through January 7 th - 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, visit www.moodygardens.com. 

Through November 18 th - Discovery Green’s Flea by Night is an eco-conscious 

shopping event. Enjoy live local music, food trucks and shopping under the 

stars. For more information, visit www.discoverygreen.com. 

November 2 nd -5 th - The International Quilt Festival is the largest annual quilt 

show in the U.S. and takes place each fall in Houston, Texas. Festival regularly 

attracts 55,000 people from over 35 countries all around the world. There’s 

shopping at more than 1,000 booths for quilts, fabric, supplies and crafts, 

along with 500 classes and lectures for all experience levels. More interested 

in art than in classes? Festival features more than 1,500 quilts and unique 

works of textile art on display. So whether you’re an active quilter or just 

interested in the art of quilting, International Quilt Festival has something 

for you! For more information, visit www.quilts.com. 

November 5 th - Walk MS: Houston is a fully-supported walking adventure for people 

living with MS and their families and friends. It is kid-friendly, free event with 

food and games. For more information, visit www.main.nationalmssociety.org. 

November 9 th -12 th - Shoppers will kick off the holidays at the 37 th annual 

Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market Rockin’ and Shoppin’ at NRG Center. Over 

280 merchants from across the country will participate and showcase their 

unique gift items, including home décor, gourmet food, apparel, toys, candles, 

jewelry, novelties, accessories and more. Ten percent of all merchandise 

sales, plus the proceeds from admission and special event tickets, stays right 

here in Houston supporting the various programs of Houston Ballet and its 

Academy. Over 45 new merchants will make their debut at the Houston Ballet 

Nutcracker Market. This year’s new items include decorative Santas from the 

new Santa Barre, custom-made wreaths for any occasion, interactive crawfish 

boil sets for kids, vibrant high-quality Native and American jewelry 

pieces, homemade baked dog treats and baking and serving options for 

elegant and casual entertaining - just in time for the holidays! Shoppers can 

also expect to see returning favorites, such as The Royal Standard featuring 

home décor, fashionable women’s apparel and accessories, scrumptious 

cherry products from Cherry Republic, fun novelty glass ornaments by the 

Ornament Barre, hot new trends in ladies fashion and shoes by Amy B’s and 

handcrafted jewelry with semi-precious stones from Bora Jewelry. MARKET 

DATES - November 9 th and 10 th , 10 AM-8 PM and November 11 th and 12 th , 10 

AM-6 PM. Tickets are good for one day admission. No repeat admission. $20 

each at NRG, $18 each at Houston-area Randalls. Half-price admission is 

available daily, three hours prior to closing, children under 5 are free. There 

is a check-in area near the entry for strollers, carts, rolling bags and wagons 

as they are not permitted inside. Wheelchairs and walkers are permitted. Pets 

are not allowed. For more information visit www.houstonballet.org. 

November 11 th - Houston is a cornerstone of Veterans Day celebrations in 

the United States. As a city, Houston is proud to pay tribute to our men and 

women in the military by providing an annual “Houston Salutes American 

Heroes Veterans Day Celebration.” This civic celebration honors and celebrates 

the brave men, women and families who pay the ultimate sacrifice 

for liberty and freedom. The celebration begins with a job, resource and 

health fair for military personnel, past and present. Many returning veterans 

find themselves unemployed or under employed while trying to effectively 

translate their extensive military skills into the current job market. Approximately 

300,000 veterans live in the Houston metropolitan area with 22,000 

of those veterans having returned since 9/11. The health fair will provide 

on-site health screenings, including flu shots. 

November 11 th - Run in the Park is Hermann Park Conservancy’s annual fun 

run, which includes a 5K run/walk, 3K walk and a 1K kids’ fun run. The event 

starts in Molly Ann Smith Plaza and circles the Park on the Marvin Taylor Trail 

under Hermann Park’s historic live oaks. Whether you are a weekend jogger, 

competitive runner or just like to walk with friends and family, Run in the 

Park is an event you do not want to miss! Family members and neighbors 

turn out to cheer on the runners and everyone enjoys the post-race party, 

which features music, food, drinks and fun activities in Molly Ann Smith 

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November 11 th - Islamic Arts Festival. Come and enjoy a unique family friendly 

festival. Experience the rich tradition of Arts in Islam. View Islamic calligraphy, 

woodwork, ceramic tiles and paintings from local artists! Experience the art of 

henna tattoo, Ebru and calligraphy. Interact with artists and take part in silent 

auction. Art activities for all ages. Enjoy ethnic food from Food Trucks. Welcome 

all! Admissions Free! For more information, visit www.islamicartssociety.com. 

November 11 th -12 th - Explore, Adventure and LEARN as The Cynthia Woods 

Mitchell Pavilion transforms into a WILD Safari for the 22 nd Annual Children’s 

Festival presented by ExxonMobil. With outstanding performers on multiple 

stages, character meet and greets and adventurous, educational activities 

all around the venue - there’s something fun for everyone. Let’s GET WILD! 

For more information, visit www.woodlandscenter.org. 

November 17 th - This is Home for the Holidays Gift Market’s 10 th year anniversary 

show at the Katy Merrell Center! Last year we had an attendance 

of over 10,000 people, this year we will have over 175 booths in 2 buildings 

with gifts for your entire Christmas shopping list. We have items such as 

handmade jewelry, candles, clothing, gourmet foods, home decor and much 

more! For more information, visit www.homefortheholidaysgiftmarket.com. 

November 18 th - The Great Inflatable Race is the first and original all inflatable 

obstacle fun run that uses giant inflatables spread throughout the running 

course. You’ll start the race climbing one of our inflatables and then race 

your friends and family to the next inflatable obstacle. This bouncy course 

contains between 8-10 massive inflatables that will bounce, bump and 

slide you all over the place! You’ll finish the race with a perfect photo op 

on our final inflatable and after a nice refreshing drink, you can check out 

our awesome Inflatable Village. Check out our Inflatable Village page to see 

what the after party is all about! Our inflatables are one of a kind and your 

whole family will enjoy this amazing run. Bring your kids and feel like a kid 

again yourself. Join us at The Great Inflatable Race! For more information, 

visit www.thegreatinflatablerace.com. 

November 18 th -19 th - The 12 th annual Houston Via Colori® Street Painting 

Festival is one of the city’s signature art and music festivals. More than 200 

local and international artists converge on the streets of downtown Houston 

to create live street paintings right before your eyes. Attendees can enjoy 

live music performed by local bands and entertainers on three stages, family-friendly 

activities and delicious local food and beverages. A private VIP 

Lounge features exclusive themed mini-events throughout the weekend. Via 

Colori is a fundraiser for The Center for Hearing and Speech, a non-profit 

organization that teaches children with hearing loss to listen, speak and 

read. The festival’s theme, “70 Years in Color,” will celebrate the Center’s past 

seven decades of serving children with hearing loss. This festival will be on 

Saturday, November 18 th from 10 AM-6 PM and Sunday, November 19 th from 

10 AM-5 PM. For more information, visit www.centerhearingandspeech.org. 

November 18 th - January 15 th - The Houston Zoo is transformed into a winter 

wonderland! TXU Energy Presents Zoo Lights celebrates its fifth year as one 

of Houston’s most well-loved holiday traditions. Stroll through the beautiful 

Houston Zoo and take in the sights and sounds of the season. Enjoy festive 

carols, sip hot chocolate and take in the more than 2 million lights! Fifteen 

miles of eco-friendly LED lighting illuminate our ancient oak trees and decorate 

the paths to light your way. Don’t miss Holly Berry, a 1958 Cadillac with 

a lightshow set to music! Other featured displays include the Holiday Train, 

the Enchanted Forest and Candy, the interactive talking zebra! There’s plenty 

of new things in store this year, like the addition of a huge, 33’ tall Christmas 

tree adorned with colorful decorations that will be the perfect backdrop for 

your holiday selfie. Between the shopping, wrapping, decorating and baking, 

schedule some time to enjoy the holidays this year at TXU Energy Presents 

Zoo Lights! For more information, visit www.houstonzoo.org. 

November 23 rd - The Houston Thanksgiving Day Parade began in 1949, when 

Santa arrived at Union Station and rode his sleigh to the downtown Foley’s. 

Since then, the Thanksgiving Day parade has gone through a few changes 

but today, it remains a 68 year-old holiday tradition showcasing the Houston 

community and entertaining parade-goers lining the streets on Thanksgiving 

morning. The 68 th Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade is produced by the 

Mayor’s Office of Special Events. For more information, visit 

www.houstontx.gov/thanksivingparade/. 

November 24 th - Lighting Celebration at Hotel Galvez. Hotel Galvez invites 

guests and the community to celebrate the start of the holidays with the 

Official City of Galveston Holiday Lighting Celebration. Festivities begin 

at 6 PM and include a special appearance by Santa Claus, live holiday 

entertainment by local entertainment including the Galveston Ballet 

and the lighting of the hotel’s 35-foot Christmas Tree on the front lawn. 

During the event, the hotel collects donations for the Salvation Army of 

Galveston County. The hotel offers a special weekend package as part 

of the weekend. For more information, visit www.hotelgalvez.com. 


SPORTS 

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Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or check out our website: 

ymcahouston.org/katy. 

SWIM LESSONS: The Y has been teaching swim lessons for over 100 

years! All ages and ability levels welcome. Morning, evening, group and 

private sessions available. 

YMCA CHILD CARE 2017-18 REGISTRATION: Child Care provided at 

most Katy ISD elementary schools until 6:30 PM. Some schools offer 

both before and after school care. Please call or check online for specific 

school offerings and prices. 

FO1 VOLLEYBALL CLUB 

In an effort to help the community after Hurricane Harvey, local girls from 

the FO1 Volleyball Club spent the afternoon raising funds. Girls between 

the ages of 9 to 17 raised $1,000 and will donate these funds to the JJ 

Watt Foundation. What started off as an idea to combine volleyball with 

a fund raising effort, ended with over 70 girls playing 4 hours to raise 

money for flood victims in our community. We couldn’t be more proud 

of the girls and their accomplishment. 

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! 

KATY AREA RUNNING CLUB 

The Katy Area Running Club is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation which exists 

to serve people living in and around Katy, Texas who have an interest in 

running. We are a community of people of all ages, backgrounds, heritages 

and abilities who share a common interest - running! Our focus is on group 

runs, having fun, socializing and sharing our knowledge and experience with 

our members and the public. We welcome all who are interested in joining 

us. We have a full calendar of runs, events and socials. We hold group runs 

every Saturday morning at the Sergeant Hatch Sports Park off the south 

I-10 feeder road just east of Barker Cypress Rd. On Tuesdays (5 AM and 6:30 

PM) we meet at the Cinco Ranch Junior High Track for speedwork and on 

Thursday (6:30 PM) we meet at Crosspoint Community Church for tempo 

runs of various distances and paces. To find out more and to join our club, 

visit www.KatyAreaRunningClub.com. 


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TENNIS ORGANIZATION FOR THE KATY AREA 

Katy Area Tennis (KAT) is the newest, non-profit tennis organization meeting 

the needs of all tennis players in the Katy area. Our goal is to provide a wide 

range of programming for tennis players as well as to promote the game in 

the Katy area. Registration is currently open for a variety of leagues, ladders 

and tournaments that include singles, doubles and mixed doubles for all 

ages and skill levels. For more information, visit our website at 

http://katyareatennis.org. 

KATY CANOE & KAYAK CLUB (KC/KC) 

Established March of 2014 (Over 200 Members). Never paddled before, 

that’s okay too! We don’t own a store, don’t purchase anything yet! Join 

our meetings and we can answer your questions and/or assist you in trying 

out new gear and equipment. KC/KC is a non-profit organization with major 

Sponsors. Must be at least 21 years of age to join. LIFE VEST/PFD IS A MUST!!!! 

We meet every 3 rd Wednesday of each month at 24638 Kingsland Blvd., Katy 

TX 77494 (Manta Ray Enterprises, Inc.), 7-9 PM. For more information, call 

Philip at 713-826-5705 or 281-782-7252. “Remember-Think Safe, Paddle Safe” 

NETBALL CLUBS 

Katy Swifts Netball Club invites people to come and learn about netball 

and have some fun playing a great team sport. Open to everyone from 

eight years and up including adults. Contact katynetball@netballamerica 

for further information. 

Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men and youth to join in, play 

and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British School of Houston. Contact 

houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for further information. 

You can also “like” the Texas Netball Association on Facebook to see regular 

announcements about netball in the Lonestar State! Also visit netballamerica.com 

for general information about netball in America. 

WOMEN’S FLAT TRACK ROLLER DERBY 

Southwest Houston’s own brand new women’s flat track roller derby team 

is now forming. This isn’t the old school roller derby you’ve seen in the past. 

We train derby athletes to compete according to the rules and guidelines set 

forth by WFTDA, the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association. We are actively 

recruiting skaters, referees and volunteers. Skaters must be female and 18 

or older. Referees and volunteers must be 18 or older. Email us at yellowrosederbygirls@yahoo.com 

for more information. You can also find us at 

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an integral part in founding and building our league. 


ABOUT VETERANS DAY 

Veterans Day is observed every year on November 11 th . Veterans 

Day was originally called “Armistice Day” when President Woodrow 

Wilson proclaimed this day in November 1919. Armistice is when 

warring parties agree to stop fighting and “Armistice Day” recognizes 

the end of World War 1 when hostilities ceased on November 11 th 

at 11 AM, 1918 (11 th hour, of the 11 th , of the 11 th month). 

On May 13, 1938 Armistice Day was declared a legal holiday each 

year. A day to be dedicated to the cause of world peace. Originally 

Armistice Day only honored veterans of World War. 

On November 11, 1947 Raymond Weeks, a World War II veteran, organized 

a “National Veterans Day” parade in Birmingham, Alabama 

to recognize veterans of all wars. 

This celebration led to Congress changing Armistice Day to Veterans 

Day in 1954 to recognize Veterans of all U.S. wars. 

MILITARY FAMILY APPRECIATION MONTH 

Military Family Month was established in 1996 by the Armed Services 

YMCA, with the U.S. Government recognizing the occasion every year 

since. Each November, the President signs a proclamation declaring 

November Military Family Month and with hundreds of thousands of 

service members deployed overseas, recognizing the daily sacrifices 

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PFC US Army , First Infantry Division 1969 S. Vietnam . 

Live in Easton Commons Village 

“This picture was taken up on a tall trianglar wooden 45’ radar 

tower. I am black haired fellow on right. I had just turned 19. Fire 

Support Base Gela took two assaults by Viet Cong (VC) and were repelled 

both times. The first assault occurred on Mother’s Day 1969 

and the other was in the summer sometime. The fellow in the middle 

Is Dan McIntyre of Rifle, Co. We were both wounded together 

on Oct 31st at our next Fire Support Base, Apollo, named for the 

first moon landing by man in July 17, 1969. Those were the days… 

youth spent in some incredible intense times. The Greatest Generation 

is anybody who has served in the combat arms in war time, 

not just WWII veterans!!” 

Sam Robert Harris (No photo) 

Specialist 4, Army 

May 1970 to April 1972 

Cross Creek Ranch - Creekside 

Tiana P Barros 

E-5 Combat Veteran, 

Purple Heart 

Us Army/ OIF 

1/04/2004-3/25/2005, 

OIF 6/03/2009-5/29/2010 

Stone Gate 

Dan Obvious 

Captain 

United States Army 

1/1985 to 1/1989 

Riata Ranch 

Michael P. Dugas 

US Army 

Rank: SP5 

10/30/1967-11/9/1970 

West Memorial 

SGT Erik Verduzco (No photo) 

U.S. Army Jun 1998 – Jan 2004 

Stonecrest 

Jeffrey Buchanan (No photo) 

US Army, Artillery, E- 5 

September 1963 to October 1966 

Memorial Parkway 

Jim Dobbins (No photo) 

COL (Retired) 

Army, April 1969 - June 2007 

Cinco Ranch - Ashfield Gardens 

Richard E. Howard 

SP5 E5, U.S. Army, 

10/13/1961 - 10/12/1967. 

Cimarron 

Kenneth R. Burton, Jr. 

Lieutenant Colonel 

USAR, Army MSC 

Active duty 1968-70. 

Active reserves 1970-91 

Grayson Lakes 

John Krenek 

Specialist 4th class 

in the Army, 29th 

engineering battalion 

assigned to the 34th 

engineering company. 

1/9/69 - 1/9/71 

Hearthstone

Jerry A. Simms 

Sergeant, U.S. Army 

10/13/1968-10/14/1974 

West Memorial 

Sharon Standifird 

Sergeant, United States Army 

April 1988 - January 1997 

CCR - Lakeside 

William Standifird 

Corporal, United States Army 

February 1991 -February 1995 

CCR - Lakeside 

Ronald Williams 

US Navy, E4 / 1974 - 1978 

Stonegate @ Canyon Lakes - 

Nautical Point 

John T Wendel 

Served 2 tours in Vietnam. 

1 year in Danang, one year 

in the Mecong Delta. 

10/68 to 8/71. 

Damage control 3rd class 

US NAVY. Disable Veteran. 

West Creek Village 

MSG Darryl Leonard 

USAF (RET) 

1985-2006 

I was a broadcast journalist/ 

public affair’s specialist. 

My main job was with the 

American Forces Radio and 

Television Service. 

Cinco Ranch 

Katy Garza Teague 

Army Specialist 

MIC:81 

1/2006 to 6/2011 

Cimarron 

Raymond Davis 

Captain, Army Texas National Guard 

536th BSB Echo Company Commander 

February 1999 – currently serving 

Jamestown Colony 

Copeland, H. W., 

A/2c, USAF 

Sept 55 - Sept 61 

Westcreek 

Lincoln Stroh 

Captain, U.S. Coast Guard 

June 25, 1979 - June 30, 2013 

Firethorne East 

Glenn H Martin 

Major 

USAF B-24 Pilot, 

1941 - 1952 

Hearthstone 

MSTCM Lonnie Evans 

USCGR, Master Chief 

U. S. Coast Guard 

1995 - Present 

Cinco Ranch - Rollingwood 

Ira W. (Shorty) Stults 

Senior Master Sargent 

US Air Force 

Canyon Lakes 

Charles O. Fowler 

Seaman 2nd Class 

US Navy 

Canyon Lakes

Alan E. Patterson 

RMCS (E-8) 

U. S. Navy 

2/15/1971 – 2/15/1993 

Villages of Cypress Lakes West 

Carl Mullen 

Lieutenant 

U. S. Navy 

Jan 1964-Jan 1969 

Oak Park Trails 

Gary Hamilton 

Corporal 

US Marine Corp 

1968-1971 

Deerfield 

Reynaldo Garza 

Quartermaster, USN 

Richard E. Krauss 

1968-1972 

Cimarron 

Jeff Threet (No photo) 

Master Sergeant, U.S. Air Force 

11/30/1988 – 10/1/2011 

Churchill Farms 

Roderick Luckadue (No photo) 

(YN1(SW), U.S. Navy (RET) 

Copperfield Place Village 

Bob Tetmeyer (No photo) 

E-5: US Navy 

1964-1968 

Hearthstone 

Cynthia A. (lLittle) Luckadue 

(No photo) 

SGT, U.S. Army (reserve) 

Copperfield Place Village 

Jesus Enrique Cerrillo 

Msgt, U.S. Air Force 

16 years 

Cinco West At 

Seven Meadows 

Chris Curran (No photo) 

E-4, U.S. Navy 

2/1969 - 2/1975 

Southdown Village 

Janice Quigley (No photo) 

Air Force, 9/20/1985 - 9/28/1991 

Towne Lake 

Susan Atchley (No photo) 

U.S. Air Force 

Rank at discharge: A3C 

1/1966 - 3/1967 

Texas Air National Guard 

Rank at discharge: A1C 

6/1980 - 7/1981 

West Memorial (since May 1979) 

Efrain Villagomez 

Cpl. U.S. Marine Crops 

1966-1969 

Weston Lakes 

Lynne Jacobs 

Sgt., USAF 

1977-1981 

Park View in Equestrian Trails 

“I served in West Berlin during 

the Cold War, when the Berlin 

Wall was still up. It was one of the 

most interesting times of my life!” 

Capt. Tim McKeown 

USAF Combat Instructor Pilot for S. 

Vietnamese and Laotian Hmoung 

Student Pilots one of whom appears 

in this photo on right with me 

1969-1973 

Easton Commons 

HEROES DON’T WEAR CAPES, 

THEY WEAR DOG TAGS

SCHOOL NEWS 

LAMAR CONSOLIDATED ISD 

WWW.LCISD.ORG 

IMPORTANT DATES 

November 9 th -10 th - Early Release Day (K-5) - 11:30 AM 

November 3 rd - Early Release Day (6-12) - 12:15 PM 

November 20 th -24 th - Thanksgiving Break 

2017 Lamar CISD Varsity Football Game Schedule 

Special Event Day Date Home Team Visiting Team Time 

LAMAR CISD BOND 2017 

Lamar CISD held a series of public meetings to provide information 

regarding Lamar CISD’s 2017 Bond during the month of October. 

In addition to the presentations, there were question and answer 

sessions. 

Election Day is November 7 th . Early voting is through November 3 rd . 

SCHOOL BUSINESS GROUP GIVES 

LAMAR CISD HIGHEST MARKS 

For the 17 th straight year, the Association of School Business Officials 

(ASBO) International has awarded Lamar CISD its Certificate 

of Excellence in Financial Reporting for having met or exceeded the 

program’s high standards for financial reporting and accountability. 

The District was recognized for its Comprehensive Annual Financial 

Report for the fiscal year ending 2016. 

“Every school district is charged with providing the best education, 

while also being good stewards of the public’s dollars,” said Lamar 

CISD Superintendent Dr. Thomas Randle. “I am proud of our business 

office for leading the way in assuring our community that we 

take our responsibility seriously.” 

The Certificate of Excellence (COE) award confirms Lamar CISD’s 

commitment to financial accountability and transparency. Recognition 

through the COE program helps promotes high quality 

financial reporting. 

ASBO International, founded in 1910, is a professional organization 

of 5,000 members that provides programs and services to promote 

the highest standards of school business management practices, 

professional growth, and the effective use of education resources. 

Home/ 

Away 

Location 

Thurs 31-Aug Katy Taylor Foster 6:30 P.M. A Legacy Stadium 

Fri 1-Sep Waller Terry 7:30 P.M. A Waller 

Fri 1-Sep Lamar Santa Fe 7:30 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Sat 2-Sep George Ranch Weslaco 6:00 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Thurs 7-Sep Terry Dulles 7:00 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Fri 8-Sep Ridge Point Lamar 7:00 PM A Hall Stadium 

Fri 8-Sep Dickinson George Ranch 7:00 P.M. A Dickinson 

Fri 8-Sep Foster A&M Consolidated 7:30 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Homecoming Thur 14-Sep Terry Spring Wood 7:00 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Senior Night - FB Only Fri 15-Sep Lamar Brazoswood 7:30 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

FHS - Mom Cheer Night Sat 16-Sep Foster Seven Lakes 6:00 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Homecoming Sat 16-Sep George Ranch Nuevo Leon 11:00 A.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Fri 22-Sep The Woodlands George Ranch 7:00 P.M. A Woodforest Stadium 

Homecoming, Alumni Cheer - FHS Fri 22-Sep Foster Tomball 7:30 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Sat 23-Sep South Houston Terry 6:00 P.M. A Memorial Stadium 

LHS Cheer/Dance Kid Clinic, JH Night - Band Sat 23-Sep Lamar Nuevo Leon 6:00 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

DISTRICT PLAY BEGINS 

Thur 28-Sep Foster Victoria West 7:00 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Fri 29-Sep Calhoun Lamar 7:30 P.M. A Sandcrab Stadium 

GR Cheer & Dance Kids Clinic Fri 29-Sep George Ranch Hastings 7:00 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Sat 30-Sep Terry Angleton 6:00 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

GR Cheer Mom's Night Thurs 5-Oct George Ranch Dawson 7:00 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Fri 6-Oct Lamar Terry 7:30 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Fri 13-Oct Calhoun Foster 7:30 P.M. A Sandcrab Stadium 

Fri 13-Oct Victoria East Lamar 7:30 P.M. A Memorial Stadium 

Terry Drill Team Kids Clinic Fri 13-Oct Terry Victoria West 7:30 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

PINK OUT = Both Teams, THS Kid Clinic for Cheer, FHS JH Band Night Thur 19-Oct Foster Terry 7:00 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Fri 20-Oct Brazoswood George Ranch 7:00 P.M. A Brazoswood 

LCISD 2017 VARSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE 

Homecoming Fri 20-Oct Lamar Angleton 7:30 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Terry Senior Night - All, Junior High Band Night, Father/Daughter Dance Thur 26-Oct Terry Calhoun 7:00 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Fri 27-Oct Victoria East Foster 7:30 P.M. A Memorial Stadium 

GR Junior High Night - Band, Cheer, Dance Fri 27-Oct George Ranch Pearland 7:00 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Thurs 2-Nov Alief Elsik George Ranch 7:00 P.M. A Crump Stadium 

Fri 3-Nov Victoria West Lamar 7:30 P.M. A Memorial Stadium 

Senior/Parent Night - All. Flairs - Father/Daughter Dance Fri 3-Nov Foster Angleton 7:30 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Senior/Parent Night - All. Dance - Father/Daughter Dance Thur 9-Nov George Ranch Alief Taylor 7:00 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 

Fri 10-Nov Victoria East Terry 7:30 P.M. A Memorial Stadium 

Senior Night - Band/DT - Father Daughter Dance DT Fri 10-Nov Lamar Foster 7:30 P.M. H Traylor Stadium 


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PRIVATE SCHOOLS 

Bridget Parmenter Emily Poux Griffin Alexander Keegan O’Connor 

ST. JOHN XXIII NEWS 

St. John XXIII Students Named 

National Merit Semifinalists 

On Wednesday, September 13 th , officials of the National Merit Scholarship 

Corporation (NMSC) announced the names of approximately 

16,000 Semifinalists in the 63 rd annual National Merit Scholarship 

Program. St. John XXIII College Preparatory is pleased to announce two 

students have been recognized for this achievement. Seniors Bridget 

Parmenter and Emily Poux were named National Merit Semifinalists 

for 2018. These academically talented high school seniors have the 

opportunity to continue in the competition for Finalist standings 

and 7,500 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $32 million. 

We applaud the 1.6 million juniors in more than 22,000 high schools 

across the nation who entered the 2018 National Merit Scholarship 

Program by taking the 2016 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship 

Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®), which served as the initial screening 

of program entrants. The nationwide pool of Semifinalists, representing 

less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors, includes the 

highest-scoring entrants in each state. The number of semifinalists in 

a state is proportional to the state’s percentage of the national total 

of graduating seniors. 

St. John XXIII Seniors Named 

National Merit Commended Students For 2018 

Timothy Gallic, principal of St. John XXIII College Preparatory, announced 

today that Griffin Alexander and Keegan O’Connor have been 

named Commended Students in the 2018 National Merit Scholarship 

Program. A Letter of Commendation from the school and the National 

Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC), which conducts the program, will 

be presented by the principal to these scholastically talented seniors. 

About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being 

recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Although they will 

not continue in the 2018 competition for National Merit Scholarship 

awards, Commended Students place among the top 50,000 scorers 

of more than 1.6 million students who entered the 2018 competition 

by taking the 2016 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying 

Test (PSAT/NMSQT). “The young men and women being named 

Commended Students have demonstrated outstanding potential for 

academic success,” commented a spokesperson for NMSC. “These 

students represent a valuable national resource; recognizing their 

accomplishments, as well as the key role their schools play in their 

academic development, is vital to the advancement of educational excellence 

in our nation. We hope that this recognition will help broaden 

their educational opportunities and encourage them as they continue 

their pursuit of academic success.” 

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LITTLE RANCH PRESCHOOL 

6655 S Mason Rd., Katy, Texas 77450 

Do you know someone who is still looking for a Preschool for the 2017- 

2018 school year? Tell them about Little Ranch Preschool! There are 

still spaces available. Visit our website to register, www.littleranchpreschool.org 

or email lrp@crcoc.org. Phone 832-290-1887. 

THE HAVANA NIGHTS GALA 

WAS A SUCCESS! 

Although we had to make big changes in the wake of Hurricane 

Harvey, the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School had a successful 

night raising money for the school. We danced the night away to live 

Cuban music played by the band “Que Nota!” Mr. Gerry Donohue was 

honored for his time and dedication to Catholic education. Thank you 

to our supporters who attended, sponsored and help plan the event! 

We appreciate you! 

FULSHEAR EARLY LEARNING CENTER 

NOW ENROLLING! FOR THE 2017-18 SCHOOL YEAR 

30610 Second Street - Fulshear, Texas 

281-533-0100 Fulshearlearningcenter.org 

First Fulshear First United Methodist Church 


Events 

WILLOWFORK FIRE DEPARTMENT 

SPECIAL DOG ADOPTION DAY 

Willowfork Fire Department (Fort Bend County 

Emergency Services District #2) will be partnering 

with Fort Bend County Animal Services 

to hold a special Dog Adoption Day, giving 

members of the community an opportunity 

to provide good homes to some very special 

fur babies. This event will take place Saturday, 

November 4, 2017, from 10 AM-2 PM, at our 

Station 2 location, 26950 Cinco Ranch Blvd, 

77494. All that is needed to adopt is a Driver License 

and $50 (cash only). All pets are spayed/ 

neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines 

and heartworm tested. If adoption is not 

an option but you would like to help the cause 

of getting animals placed in good homes, 

feel free to drop by with donations: dog food, 

cat food (any brand, broken bags accepted), 

rawhides, bones, treats, flea/tick prevention 

treatments, blankets, towels and toys. We 

look forward to seeing each one of these fur 

babies adopted out to new families. Please 

spread the word to your friends and families. 

If you have any questions, contact Willowfork 

Fire Department’s District Administrator, Lou 

Ann Matthews, at 281-395-0011 extension 120 

or email her at wfdinfo@willowforkfire.com. 

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. 

WESTHEIMER LAKES & 

WESTHEIMER LAKES NORTH 

COMMUNITY GARAGE SALES 

Our residents have cleaned out their closets 

and can’t wait for you to stop by on Saturday, 

November 4 th from 7 AM to 12 Noon! You’ll 

find treasures galore in our community-wide 

garage sale! Residents will be selling their 

items right out of their garages. 

For a map and list of items being sold at 

Westheimer Lakes and Westheimer Lakes 

North, don’t forget to stop by the SplashPad 


(located in the Westheimer Lakes section - 

26103 Canyon Fields Drive, Richmond 77406, 

832-222-2355) on the day of the sale 

NOTTINGHAM COUNTRY 

GARDEN CLUB 

On Thursday, November 9, 2017 Nottingham 

Country Garden Club (NCGC) will feature Mary 

Khazen Karish. Mary will be speaking on the 

topic of Citrus Trees. Mary is a Master Gardener 

with Harris County. She grew up Lebanon and 

began gardening with her grandmother at 

age 7. She conducts workshops at Katy Adult 

Evening Education Programs and is also a contributing 

writer for Texas Gardener Magazine. 

Meet and greet time begins at 9:30 AM and the 

program will start at 10 AM, followed by the 

NCGC meeting. Please join us at the Municipal 

Utility Building #81 at 805 Hidden Canyon 

Drive in Katy 77450. For more information, 

please see our website: www.ncgctx.org. 

We welcome all people interested in gardening 

and gardening-related areas from West Houston 

and the Katy area. You do not have to live 

in Nottingham Country to belong to our group! 

NCGC is a non-profit organization affiliated 

with the Houston Federation of Garden Clubs, 

the Texas Garden Clubs and the National 

Federation of Garden Clubs. The purpose of 

the club is to promote beautification in the 

community, support local and national educational 

and charitable organizations and 

educate the community about our environment. 

Donations from the NCGC are funded 

by our annual Spring Sale and projects that 

vary each year. 

HOPE IMPACT FUNDRAISERS 

Friday, November 10 th : 

Gala at The Tuscany Villa to benefit Hope Impacts 

and Clothed by Faith at 3330 FM 1463, 

Katy, TX 77494, 6 PM - Midnight. Come, Enjoy, 

Donate, Sponsor! 

Contact Marilyn or Tina at 713-705-7884 for 

more information. We cannot do what we do 

without the support of our community. Every 

donation is tax deductible. 

NORWEGIAN CHRISTMAS BAZAAR 

Friday, November 10 th (11 AM-4 PM), Saturday, 

November 11 th (10 AM-4 PM) Sunday, 

November 12 th (12-4 PM). Norwegian Seamen’s 

Church, 4309 Young Street, Pasadena. 

Take a trip to Norway in Houston! Unique 

holiday gifts such as Scandinavian Christmas 

decorations, trolls, Nisser, Swedish linens and 

Norwegian jewelry. Great Raffle prizes. Silent 

Auction. Folk dancing on Saturday. Visit our 

bakery selling Norwegian speciality cookies 

and breads. Wide selection of Scandinavian 

foods for sale. Take time for lunch in our cafeteria 

serving “open-faced” sandwiches and 

cream cakes. For more info., call 281-998-8366. 

Proudly Presented by West Fort Bend Management 

District in conjunction with The 

City of Richmond. 

The West Fort Bend Management District is 

proud to announce the 2017 Pecan Harvest 

Festival to be held in Historic Downtown 

Richmond on Sunday, November 19 th from 

Noon-8 PM. 

We are excited to present this annual event, 

which highlights the rich history of pecans in 

Fort Bend County while simultaneously showcasing 

the unique features of Historic 

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Downtown Richmond. The festival’s beloved Kidz Zone will be nestled in 

historic Decker Park while live music entertains all day from Wessendorff 

Park’s acoustically designed Gazebo. Festival attendees can stroll along 

the newly completed trails from Second St. around historic Morton Cemetery 

at edge of Wessendorff Park. A hayride will transport attendees to 

event features ranging from outdoor artisan Vendors, Farmers Market, 

Beer & Wine Garden, Baking Contest, to a Classic Car Show. 

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Fort Bend County is heading up the 

pecan education portion of the Richmond Pecan Harvest Festival. This 

includes a series of short pecan presentations appropriately entitled 

‘Pecan Talks.’ Topics range from pecan history, health attributes and 

the significance of the pecan to our culture; past, present and future. 

Attendees will find 40+ varieties of pecans, submitted by many of the 

established pecan growers of Fort Bend County, as well as the Ft. Bend 

County Pecan Show awards display! The pecan education portion of the 

Festival is graciously supported by a local partnership with Fort Bend 

County Farm Bureau, cooperatively investing in agricultural education. 

The Pecan Harvest Festival is a family friendly event, which uniquely 

introduces Richmond’s charm as experienced at last year’s inaugural 

event by more than 3,000 in attendance. This year, the event will be 

expanding along Morton Street and including Historic Downtown 

Richmond’s local merchants! We invite you to join us! Pack up your 

picnic blanket and bring the entire family to our second annual Pecan 

Harvest Festival of Richmond, Texas. For more information, contacts, 

applications and entry forms, go to www.pecan-harvest-festival-tx.com. 

December Events 

Taylor High School 

Annual Holiday Home Tour 

Enjoy the spirit of the holidays by touring the 

decorated homes in James E. Taylor High School‘s 

14th Annual Holiday Home Tour sponsored by 

Taylor’s Class of 2018 Project Grad. In addition to 

viewing the beautiful holiday décor, you will also 

support Taylor’s Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund. 

Project Grad is donating 10% of all proceeds from 

the Holiday Home Tour to Harvey impacted families. 

Thursday, December 7, 5-9 PM 

Friday, December 8, 10 AM – 2 PM and/or 5-9 PM 

Tickets for the Holiday Home Tour can be purchased after November 1, 2017 for $15 from Hauerland’s 

Purveyors of Fine Goods at 1648 South Mason Road, Southern Diva’s Boutique at 23110 Cinco Ranch 

Blvd., or the Senior office of James E. Taylor High School. You can find out more information about 

the tour by visiting thsprojectgrad.com (Home Tour info is under the Events tab). Project Grad 

provides the senior class a safe year-end celebration with friends and teachers. 

8 TH ANNUAL “A MERRY CHRISTMAS COOKIE WALK” 

Saturday, December 9, 2017, 10 AM-1 PM 

Family Life Assembly of God 

24911 Roesner Road, Katy, TX 77494 

Delicious homemade Christmas cookies for that special loved one, last 

minute gift or holiday gathering. Choose from an assortment of goodies 

that will bring a smile to any holiday celebration. Come early for the 

best selection. All sold by the pound. For more information, contact us 

at flagwomen@flag.church or call 281-392-0637. 


Recipe for Friendship 

2 quarts of kindness 

1 scoop of smiles 

A pinch of patience 

3 heaping helpings of hugs 

4 T. of tenderness 

A dash of devotion 

3 spoonfuls of support 

1 C. of compassion 

Gently stir all ingredients. Cover with a layer of love, 

sprinkled with a gallon of giggles. 

Serve generous daily portions to all you love! 

FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE 

You could make this on 

National French Toast Day Nov. 28 th ! 

INGREDIENTS: 

5 cups bread cubes 

4 eggs 

1 1/2 cups milk 

1/4 cup white sugar, divided 

1/4 teaspoon salt 

1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

1 tablespoon margarine, softened 

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

DIRECTIONS: 

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly 

butter an 8x8 inch baking pan. Line bottom of pan 

with bread cubes. In a large bowl, beat together eggs, 

milk, 2 tablespoons sugar, salt and vanilla. Pour egg 

mixture over bread. Dot with margarine; let stand 

for 10 minutes. 

Combine remaining 2 tablespoons sugar with 1 

teaspoon cinnamon and sprinkle over the top. Bake 

in preheated oven about 45 to 50 minutes, until top 

is golden. 

Source: allrecipes.com 

FROZEN CRANBERRY SALAD 

2 3oz cream cheese 

2 Tablespoon mayo 

3 Tablespoons sugar 

1 sm can crushed pineapple drained 

1 reg can Whole cranberry sauce (drained) 

1/2 pint whipping cream 

1/2 cup dinely chipped nuts 

Whip cream until stiff. Combine cheese, mayo and sugar 

mix well. Ad pineapple and cranberry sauce together. 

Fold in shipping cream and nuts and mix together. Pour 

into mold and freeze overnite. Let stand 10 minutes 


TURKEY TETRAZZINI 

Ingredients 

1-1/2 pound Thin Spaghetti, Broken In Half 

4 Tablespoons Butter 

4 cloves Garlic, Minced 

1 pound White Mushrooms, Quartered 

1/2 teaspoon Salt 

1 cup White Wine 

1/3 cup Flour 

4 cups Turkey (or Chicken) Broth 

1 block 8 Ounce Cream Cheese 

3 cups Cooked (leftover) Turkey, Shredded Or Diced 

1 cup Finely Chopped Black Olives 

1-1/2 cup Frozen Green Peas 

4 slices Bacon, Fried And Cut Into Bits 

1 cup Grated Monterey Jack Cheese 

1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese 

Salt And Pepper, to taste 

Extra Broth For Thinning 

1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs 

by Ree | The Pioneer Woman 

Holidays, Thanksgiving 

Preparation 

Cook pasta until not quite done - al dente according to package instructions (it will 

finish cooking in the oven.) Drain, rinse, and set aside. 

In a large pot, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add garlic and saute for a couple of 

minutes. Add mushrooms and salt, then saute for a couple more minutes. Pour in the 

wine and allow it to cook with the mushrooms for several minutes, or until the liquid 

reduces by half. 

Sprinkle in flour, then stir the mushrooms around for another minute. Pour in the 

broth and stir, cooking for another few minutes until the roux thickens. 

Reduce heat to medium low. Cut cream cheese into pieces and add it to the pot. Stir 

it to melt (don't be concerned if the cream cheese remains in little bits for awhile; 

it'll melt eventually!) Add the leftover turkey, the olives, the peas, the bacon, and the 

cheeses. Stir to combine, adding salt and pepper as needed. 

Add the cooked spaghetti and stir it to combine. Splash in more broth as needed; you 

want the mixture to have a little extra moisture since it will cook off in the oven. If it's 

a little soupy, that's fine! Add up to 2 more cups of liquid if you think it needs it. 

Pour the mixture into a large baking dish and sprinkle the top with Panko crumbs. 

Bake at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the crumbs 

are golden brown. 

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FOR SALE 

Ladies Lynx golf clubs, graphite shafts, irons, 4-sw, putter, driver, includes bag 

with stand, $100 OBO. Call 281-392-0325. 

Retro round king clam shell 1970’s bed set, one of a kind, excellent condition. 

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HELP WANTED 

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trainable and need to answer inquiries from our wonderful clients. Great for moms, 

students or retirees. Part or full time. Send resume to: 

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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. 

Katy Memorial Power Washing is seeking a power washing and roof cleaning technician. 

Requirements: must be a self-starter, flexible, team player, willing and able to work 

multiple jobs with minimum supervision; must be able to work on max height 2 story roofs; 

have a good driving record; must have experience towing a 12’ trailer and be proficient at 

backing trailer; no prior experience power washing or roof cleaning necessary, we train; 

live in the Katy, Texas area. Submit your resume via email to support@k-mpw.com. 

Plumbers or Apprentices for repair. Bilingual preferred. Please call 281-256-2239. 

Housekeepers needed. Great hours for moms with school age children. 281-861-0394. 

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 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. 

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. 

Unobstructed Gulf views from this ninth floor Destin, FL condo, sleeps 6, 

1 BR 2 BA. https://www.vrbo.com/936806. 

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. 

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each Novena per area. Please specify which area you would your 

Novena to appear in. - Krenek Printing. 

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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 

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