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Your Official Newsletter for <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong>,<br />

Canyon Lakes, Canyon Lakes Villages,<br />

Canyon Lakes West & Miramesa<br />

Congratulations<br />

Cy-Fair Hs Football<br />

6A Div. II State Champions<br />

(photos pgs 14-15)<br />

FEBRUARY <strong>2018</strong><br />

Important Numbers... 3<br />

Family Focus... 3<br />

Neighborhood Events... 4<br />

Neighborhood Garage Sale Info... 4<br />

Engagement Stories... 10<br />

School News... 12<br />

Area Sports Sign Up Info... 16<br />

Scouts... 20<br />

Community Events... 22<br />

Church (Easter Events Etc)... 28<br />

Volunteers Needed... 32<br />

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<strong>February</strong> <strong>2018</strong> | <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong>


Family<br />

Focus<br />

Family Roster<br />

Mom: Chelsey, works for Health and Human Service<br />

Commission (HHSC of Texas). Went to undergrad at<br />

Baylor University. Originally raised in El Paso, Texas<br />

then family moved to Houston at 18 YO.<br />

Dad: Cobby, attorney for a surgical<br />

center. Went to undergrad at Lincoln<br />

University. Originally from Ghana,<br />

most of his family still lives there.<br />

Daughter:<br />

Nina, 3 YO.<br />

Loves ballet, PJ masks, and<br />

playing dress up.<br />

“We also have a greyhound who is a retired racer, Artie. We got him from a rescue organization. He sleeps most of the time but enjoys walking<br />

in the neighborhood and occasionally runs circles in our backyard. He also is terrified of rain and fireworks so depending on the time of year,<br />

we have to give him special love and attention.”<br />

What They Love to Do<br />

Cobby enjoys biking in the area and exploring<br />

new places with his bike. Chelsey likes going<br />

on walks with their dog and riding her bike, but<br />

admits that she is not quite as adventurous with<br />

bike trails as Cobby.<br />

Nina loves utilizing different playgrounds and<br />

activities at the YMCA and the bounce park. They<br />

spend a lot of time at the pool during the summer,<br />

whether it is at the YMCA or their community pool.<br />

Mom and dad enjoy going on food adventures and<br />

exploring new family owned restaurants. In the<br />

past, they were more involved with the Westcreek<br />

community garden, but haven’t been able to be<br />

as involved this season. They hope to be able<br />

to get more involved in the spring. As a family,<br />

they liked learning about gardening from other<br />

members of the community, especially since they<br />

are new to gardening. Nina really enjoyed pulling<br />

the vegetables though apparently, she wasn’t<br />

always the biggest fan of eating them. Surely<br />

many other parents can relate!<br />

Why They Love Living Here<br />

“We have lived here since the summer of 2015. We like living in the area due to the mature trees, walking and bike paths,<br />

accessible parks, and overall proximity to family friendly activities. We also enjoy the people in this community and love<br />

the diversity of the area.<br />

In the previous cities that we lived in, it was not as easy to get involved in the<br />

community, but that is not the case here. Over the past year, we organized<br />

our block’s National Night Out event which was the first time our block<br />

had this event in years. We also helped with Westcreek’s Easter Egg hunt,<br />

which our community had not had in years. We enjoyed the ability to build<br />

Love is in the Air<br />

How They Express It: “We don’t really do anything for Valentine’s Day. We<br />

exchange gifts and cards but it’s not a big holiday for us.”<br />

Ideal VD: Dad’s ideal Valentine’s Day would be going to a new restaurant<br />

that no one has heard about yet. Mom’s ideal Valentine’s Day would be going<br />

to the restaurant where Dad proposed, but unfortunately that restaurant is<br />

no longer in business. Other than that, Mom would enjoy spending time at<br />

home with a nice store bought meal while watching a movie.<br />

What Makes It Tick: “At Nina’s daycare, they have a Valentine’s Day party and<br />

exchange Valentine’s Day cards. We usually spend the night before Valentine’s<br />

Day getting her school cards ready.” Nina usually receives a timeless stuffed<br />

animal from Mom and Dad (who doesn’t love a new squishy friend?) and<br />

enjoys candy she received from her Valentine’s card exchange at her school.<br />

We Would OVE to Feature Your Family!<br />

Each month, one family will be chosen from one of our communities. To feature your family, email familyfocus@krenekprinting.com<br />

STONE GATE COMMUNITIES IMPORTANT NUMBERS<br />

PRINCIPAL MANAGEMENT GROUP OF HOUSTON<br />

11000 Corporate Center Dr., Ste 150, Houston TX 77041<br />

PMG # 713-329-7100 | Onsite Office # 281-304-7448<br />

PMG Representative: James Skinner<br />

713-329-7141 • jskinner@pmghouston.com<br />

PROPERTY MANAGER<br />

James Skinner is your property manager. James can be<br />

reached at 713-329-7141 or jskinner@pmghouston.com. To<br />

contact the BOARD or report any deed restriction violations,<br />

put the information in writing and send via email to James<br />

at jskinner@pmghouston.com or mail to address above.<br />

To report STREET PARKING: Send a photo of the car parked<br />

in the street to Mike Graves at mgraves@pmghouston.com.<br />

To report lack of resident lawn care or other deed restriction<br />

violations (anonymity will be honored) contact Mike Graves<br />

at 832-314-0708 or mgraves@pmghouston.com<br />

MIRAMESA CLUBHOUSE OFFICE<br />

20150 Miramesa Dr., Cypress, TX 77433<br />

832-698-4490<br />

miramesarec@outlook.com<br />

Hours: Tuesday-Saturday: 9 AM-5 PM<br />

Sunday: 12-5 PM/ Monday: closed<br />

STONE GATE SPLASHPAD ONSITE OFFICE<br />

Hours: Tuesday-Saturday: 10 AM-6 PM<br />

281-213-9777<br />

9901 Red Rugosa, Houston, TX 77095<br />

SplashPad is open year round from<br />

10 AM-6 PM weather permitting.<br />

Weather must be above 60 degrees.<br />

STONE GATE GATE HOUSE<br />

11755 Canyon Green Dr 281-256-3620<br />

CANYON LAKES WEST REC CENTER OFFICE<br />

CANYON LAKES WEST & PINE CREEK<br />

19722 Stanton Lake Dr., Cypress, TX 77433<br />

GATE HOUSE<br />

281-855-0984 • canyonlakeswest@att.net<br />

8212 Canyon Lakes Manor Dr. 281-858-6100<br />

Hours: Monday-Friday: 11 AM-5 PM • Sat: 9 AM-5 PM / Sun: closed<br />

TRASH/WATER<br />

STONE GATE REC PUBLISHED CENTER OFFICE COURTESY OF KRENEK PRINTING<br />

WCA Waste<br />

11655 Canyon Green Dr., 7102 Houston, Glen Chase TX 77095 Ct, Houston, Texas 77095 Remington MUD #1<br />

281-304-7448 • stonegaterec@att.net<br />

281-463-8649 • www.KrenekPrinting.com Tax Office/ MUD #165<br />

281-368-8397<br />

281-579-4500<br />

713-932-9011<br />

Hours: Mon/Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat: - 9 AM-5 PM<br />

H2O Consulting/MUD #165 281-861-6215<br />

Tuesday: 9 AM-8 PM / Sun: closed<br />

SECURITY & EMERGENCY<br />

TOP GUN PHONE NUMBERS:<br />

Top Gun Phone #1: 281-905-2522<br />

Top Gun Phone #2: 713-907-2744<br />

Top Gun Phone #3: 713-256-8150<br />

Harris County Sherriff’s Department<br />

EMERGENCY: 911<br />

Non-Emergency 713-221-6000<br />

Constable Precinct 5 281-463-6666<br />

Cy-Fair VFD 281-550-6663<br />

Department of Public Safety (DPS) 281-232-4334<br />

SCHOOLS<br />

Cy-Fair ISD<br />

www.cfisd.net<br />

Birkes Elementary School 281-345-3300<br />

Lamkin Elementary School 281-897-4775<br />

Postma Elementary School 281-345-3660<br />

Rennel Elementary School 281-213-1550<br />

Woodard Elementary School 281-373-2303<br />

Aragon Middle School 281-856-5100<br />

Arnold Middle School 281-897-4700<br />

Hopper Middle School 281-463-5353<br />

Smith Middle School 281-213-1010<br />

Cy-Fair High School 281-897-4600<br />

Cy-Falls High School 281-856-1000<br />

Cy-Springs High School 281-345-3000<br />

PUBLISHED COURTESY OF<br />

KRENEK PRINTING<br />

7102 Glen Chase Ct, Houston, Texas 77095<br />

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AMENITY ACCESS - <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong>, Canyon Lakes, Canyon Lakes Village, Canyon Lakes West and Miramesa are in the same homeowner’s association,<br />

S-G Owners Association. All residents are welcome to use the amenities at all locations. To sign up for <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong> amenities, residents of Canyon<br />

Lakes West and/or Miramesa must go to the Recreation Center at <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong> and show them a copy of their driver’s license to show proof of<br />

residency and then they can register there. The two recreation centers are on different computer systems and in order to use the <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong><br />

amenities, residents must sign up on their system and vice versa. Canyon Lakes West and Miramesa are on the same computer system, so you only<br />

have to sign up at one or the other, not both.<br />

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Upcoming Community Events<br />

“EGG”STRAVAGANZA -<br />

SATURDAY, MARCH 17, <strong>2018</strong>:<br />

9 AM-12 PM at Sterling Country Club at Houston National<br />

2-4 PM at the Canyon Lakes West Clubhouse<br />

Peter Cottontail is on his way with treats for girls and boys, you can hop on the bounce<br />

house just like him and fill your baskets with toys! So please join us on this day when<br />

the Petter Cottontail comes, we’ll have treats and games to play for a day of FUN! All<br />

residents are welcome to join us for the “Egg”stravaganzas and have their photo<br />

taken with Peter Cottontail. The Ginger Hurley Team with Better Homes and Gardens<br />

Gary Greene will be generously sponsoring photos at the Sterling Country Club event.<br />

Also, a special thank you to MiraBella Smiles sponsoring both “Egg”stravaganzas! We<br />

appreciate your generous support!<br />

Both events will be identical with a DJ, Bounce Houses, craft station, snacks, prizes, tons<br />

of eggs and TONS of FUN! Hope to see you there! Don’t forget your camera!<br />

SPRING COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE<br />

SATURDAY, APRIL 14, <strong>2018</strong>, 7 AM- 12 NOON:<br />

Got stuff? Need stuff? How about some extra cash? Well, then you<br />

don’t need to go far! Our community wide garage sale takes place in<br />

your own garage! We’ll be creating a map of all the garage sales in the<br />

community. To be added to the map, please email your address to<br />

mgarcia@canyongate.com and include a short list (ONLY 5 to 6 words -<br />

example: Furniture, electronics, clothes, toys) to describe the types of<br />

items you are selling. Deadline for sign up to be included on the map is<br />

Friday, April 6, <strong>2018</strong>. The map will be handed out at the <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong> &<br />

Canyon Lakes West gatehouses on the day of the garage sale. Banners<br />

will be posted outside the community at some major locations and an<br />

advertisement will be placed in the local newsletter. You may place<br />

signs at the entrance to your section & in your yard to promote your<br />

garage sale. Signs must then be removed on Saturday, April 14, <strong>2018</strong><br />

after the sale by 1 PM. PLEASE REFRAIN from attaching your garage sale<br />

sign to community signs. Please do not move or remove any community<br />

banners or signs. To register and for questions, please contact Melinda<br />

Hoffpauir, Director of Community Events at mgarcia@canyongate.com<br />

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SPRING DOCUMENT SHREDDING - SATURDAY, APRIL 14, <strong>2018</strong>, 1-3 PM:<br />

For <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong>, Canyon Lakes West & Miramesa Residents Only (after<br />

the Community Garage Sale) at the <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong> SplashPad located at<br />

9901 Red Rugosa Dr. Houston, TX 77095. Have a bag/box/bucket/basket<br />

full of documents you are ready to get rid of? Got Junk Mail? Got old<br />

check copies? Come on out and have those papers shredded securely<br />

before your eyes! All shredding will be done ONSITE securely. No need<br />

to remove staples, binder clips or paper clips. They will take it all as is!<br />

(Please no X-rays, batteries or 3-ring binders). Truck leaves at 3 PM so<br />

be sure to arrive early. Event is on a first come first serve basis as time<br />

allows. Please be courteous to other residents and keep your shredding<br />

to a reasonable amount so everyone has a chance to use this service.<br />

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH & TRUNK SHOW - SATURDAY, MAY 5 TH :<br />

NOW SEEKING PRESTIGIOUS VENDORS!!! We are looking for Vendors<br />

to participate in our Mother’s Day Brunch & Trunk Show at the Sterling<br />

Country Club at Houston National. Enquire about this fabulous opportunity<br />

for your business by emailing Melinda Hoffpauir at mgarcia@canyongate.<br />

com. Please include your company name, information and website.<br />

<strong>2018</strong> Community Events<br />

<strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong>, Canyon Lakes West<br />

& Miramesa<br />

March 17 th : “Egg”Stravaganza, 9 AM-12 Noon at Sterling Country Club &<br />

2-4 PM at Canyon Lakes West<br />

April 14 th : Spring Garage Sale & Document Shredding - Garage Sale, 7<br />

AM-12 Noon, Shredding, 1-3 PM at <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong> Splashpad<br />

May 5 th : Mother’s Day Brunch & Trunk Show, 9 AM - 12 Noon at Sterling<br />

Country Club<br />

June 2 nd : End Of School Pool Party, 10 AM-12 Noon at <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong><br />

Splashpad & 2-4 PM at Canyon Lakes West<br />

June 9 th : Daddy/Daughter Dance, 6-8 PM at The Sterling Country Club<br />

June 30 th : Night At The Skeeters, 6:05 PM at Constallation Field In Sugar<br />

Land<br />

July 21 st : Teen Party, 7-9 PM at The Sterling Country Club<br />

August 18 th : Back To School Pool Party, 10 AM-12 Noon at <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong><br />

Splashpad & 2-4 PM at Miramesa<br />

September 8 th : Fall Garage Sale & Document Shredding- Garage Sale, 7<br />

AM-12 Noon, Shredding, 1-3 PM at Miramesa<br />

October 2 nd : National Night Out, 6-8 PM - Residents Conduct Their Own<br />

Block Parties<br />

October 20 th : Movie Night at <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong> Basketball Court<br />

October 27 th : Beer & Wine Tasting at Miramesa Clubhouse<br />

December 8 th : Cookies With Santa, 9 AM-12 Noon at Sterling Country<br />

Club & 2-4 PM at Miramesa<br />

December 2 nd -8 th : Holiday Yard Contest<br />

*Events, dates, times and/or locations subject to change.<br />

<strong>2018</strong> Board<br />

Meeting Schedule<br />

Meeting 5-7 PM, Open session at 6 PM<br />

<strong>February</strong> 21 st : <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong> Clubhouse<br />

March 21 st : Canyon Lakes West Clubhouse<br />

April 18 th : Miramesa Clubhouse<br />

May 16 th : <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong> Clubhouse<br />

June 20 th : Canyon Lakes West Clubhouse<br />

July 18 th : Miramesa Clubhouse<br />

August 15 th : <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong> Clubhouse<br />

September 19 th : Canyon Lakes West Clubhouse<br />

October 17 th : Miramesa Clubhouse<br />

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Notice of Annual Assessments<br />

Please be advised Annual Assessments will be mailed shortly and should<br />

be received by January 1, <strong>2018</strong>. If you do not receive your Annual<br />

Assessment by January 1, <strong>2018</strong>, please contact your local On-Site<br />

Manager or Principal Management Group (contact information below).<br />

Along with your Annual Assessments, you will find the “Fine Policy” and<br />

“Collection Policy” taking effect January 1, <strong>2018</strong>. (Please see next two<br />

articles.) Starting January 1, <strong>2018</strong>, the Association, will begin to fine<br />

homeowners for Deed Restriction Violations according to the fining<br />

policy below. We encourage you to please take the time to correct any<br />

violations before January 1, <strong>2018</strong> to avoid receiving a fine.<br />

Notice Of Fine Policy<br />

The Board of Directors of the S-G Owners Association (herein referred<br />

to as “Association”) has been granted the responsibility to conduct,<br />

manage and control the affairs and business of the Association and to<br />

adopt reasonable rules and regulations governing among other things,<br />

the use of Association property and/or the Lots/Units. The Board is also<br />

responsible for enforcing the Declarations of the Covenants, Conditions<br />

and Restrictions (hereinafter referred to as “Declaration”). The Board<br />

of Directors adopted a fine policy on July 17, 2017. The fine policy now<br />

allows for the Association to impose fines for deed restriction violations<br />

of up to $100 per day.<br />

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Reminders<br />

Be Courteous And Respectful<br />

Please be considerate of the differences in lifestyles between neighbors,<br />

such as family situations (small children, teenagers, retired, elderly,<br />

professionals and students), different work and sleep schedules and<br />

whether they are comfortable with pets or not.<br />

Noise<br />

Be courteous - keep the noise to an acceptable level. Complaints about<br />

excessive noise can come from loud music, outdoor activities, early<br />

morning lawn mowers and guests coming or going during late night or<br />

early morning hours.<br />

Golf Carts<br />

Please do not allow teenagers and/or young children to drive golf<br />

carts in our community.<br />

Cart Path Safety<br />

Please be aware of the safety hazards involved in trespassing onto<br />

the Sterling Country Club and Houston National cart paths and golf<br />

course. The cart paths on both courses are only for golfers that have<br />

registered through our Pro Shop. Cart paths are a means for players<br />

to complete their round of golf as quickly, conveniently and safely as<br />

possible. As the <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong> community continues to grow we feel<br />

it is our responsibility to educate every resident as best we can to<br />

keep pedestrians and their pets safe and away from the cart paths.<br />

Golf balls are often hit at speeds over 150 mph and can have deadly<br />

consequences to a human or pet if hit in the head, throat or chest.<br />

Because the paths are for registered golfers, those playing golf are not<br />

aware of the presence of pedestrians on the course, which can lead to<br />

very damaging collisions with hikers/bikers and their pets. This January<br />

I fielded a report of a pedestrian being struck by a golf ball and other<br />

reports of residents having near miss encounters with golf carts when<br />

traveling along the paths. Hiking, jogging, biking, dog walking, golf<br />

cart/ATV’s not being used to play golf, skateboarding and skating on<br />

the cart paths is strictly prohibited on the basis of safety hazard and<br />

trespassing concerns. Thanks for your cooperation!<br />

The following packet includes a copy of the fine policy for your specific<br />

association. The following steps will be performed using the approximate<br />

time frames below:<br />

• 1 st Notice of a Deed Restriction Violation Courtesy Letter<br />

• 2 nd Notice of a Deed Restriction Violation Certified Warning Letter<br />

• 3 rd Notice of a Deed Restriction Violation Fine Letter<br />

Should you have any questions pertaining to the new policy, please<br />

submit your questions and/or concerns in writing to the address listed<br />

below.<br />

Thank you for your cooperation.<br />

Board of Directors<br />

S-G Owners Association<br />

Notice Of Collection Policy<br />

The Board of Directors of the S-G Owners Association (herein referred<br />

to as “Association”) has been granted the responsibility to conduct,<br />

manage and control the affairs and business of the Association and to<br />

adopt reasonable rules and regulations governing among other things,<br />

the use of Association property and/or the Lots/Units. The Board is also<br />

responsible for enforcing the Declarations of the Covenants, Conditions<br />

and Restrictions (hereinafter referred to as “Declaration”).<br />

The Board of Directors has revised the assessment collection policy as<br />

adopted on November 8, 2017. The revision of the policy now allows for<br />

the Association to report owners that are delinquent to the credit bureau.<br />

This following packet includes changes to the collection policy for your<br />

specific association. The Board of Directors and Associa PMG Houston<br />

are working toward standardizing collections in order to create a more<br />

professional and proficient collections department. This will ensure<br />

the homeowners and Board members are provided the best possible<br />

customer service experience we can provide for your association.<br />

Included in the packet, you will find practices and procedures in order<br />

to collect delinquent assessments. The packet also includes and defines<br />

delinquencies and late charges, payment information and general<br />

provisions provided for your association. The following steps will be<br />

performed using the approximate time frames below:<br />

• 209 Letter:<br />

• Credit Bureau Letter:<br />

<strong>February</strong><br />

March<br />

After all steps have been completed, if the homeowner remains<br />

delinquent, the account shall be turned over to the association’s<br />

attorney for collection. Once an account is at attorney status, the<br />

homeowner must work with the attorney’s office in order to bring their<br />

account current. Standardizing the collection process and defining the<br />

stipulations and procedures will benefit the association by collecting<br />

outstanding balances in a timely manner, therefore creating more<br />

revenue for your association.<br />

Should you have any questions pertaining to the new policy, please<br />

submit your questions and/or concerns in writing.<br />

Thank you for your cooperation.<br />

Board of Directors<br />

S-G Owners Association<br />

To contact your local On-site Manager:<br />

<strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong> Clubhouse - 281-304-7448 or email stonegaterec@att.net<br />

Canyon Lakes West - 281-855-0984 or email canyonlakeswest@att.net<br />

Miramesa - 832-698-4490 or email miramesarec@outlook.com<br />

Principal Management Group - 713-329-7100<br />

Property Manager - James Skinner jskinner@pmghouston.com<br />

<strong>February</strong> <strong>2018</strong> | <strong>Stone</strong> <strong>Gate</strong>


Rules of the Road for<br />

S-G Owner's Association<br />

This is a reminder…. The operation of motorized vehicles (ATV’s, dirt<br />

bikes, golf carts, etc.) other than mowing equipment on pathways or<br />

trails maintained by the Association or any other Common Area within<br />

the community is not allowed. Please do not allow teenagers and/or<br />

young children to drive golf carts in our community.<br />

According to the Texas department of public safety:<br />

• ATV’s are not allowed on a street and an operator crossing a street must<br />

have a valid driver’s license.<br />

• Golf carts are allowed on roads, but must obey all traffic laws including<br />

speed limits. If operated on a road the golf cart must have a license plate<br />

and the driver must have a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.<br />

• Mopeds and motor assisted scooters are treated as regular bicycles. All<br />

vehicles used on roads must obey traffic laws including stop signs and<br />

speed limits. For additional information on this subject go to www.txdps.<br />

state.tx.us/msb/pages/Electric.htm.<br />

DID YOU KNOW…. ATV’s and Golf Carts on common areas of the<br />

community require your money to repair these areas when damaged.<br />

Please Be Observant of Posted<br />

Traffic Signs, Speed and <strong>Gate</strong>s<br />

Please respect the posted traffic speeds and stop signs in our<br />

community. They are here to make our community a safe and<br />

pleasant place to live. Use extra caution when driving near our parks<br />

and community pools Please also use the correct side of the gates for<br />

entry and exit.<br />

Street Parking<br />

We have received numerous complaints from residents about<br />

people parking in the streets. Please be advised that the S-G Owners<br />

Association will begin placing orange violation stickers on vehicles<br />

that are in violation of the parking policy. Per the Parking Policy,<br />

vehicles may only be parked on the street during daylight hours, when<br />

the driveway can hold no additional vehicles. This does include your<br />

guests/nanny, babysitter, home healthcare provider, etc. Commercially<br />

marked larger vehicles like; Comcast, AT&T, Entouch, landscaper, etc.,<br />

may park in front of the home they are providing a service call for, if this<br />

is the homeowner’s vehicle, it may not be stored in the community. In<br />

addition, no overnight parking is permitted. Towing will be enforced in<br />

the gated sections. We encourage you to ensure that your vehicles are<br />

properly parked and/or make proper parking arrangements. We thank<br />

you for your cooperation and understanding. The Owners Association<br />

understands there may be extenuating circumstances which arise<br />

from time to time, please contact Tamara Paul, your On-Site Manager;<br />

tpaul@pmghouston.com to request a special accommodation for your<br />

household.<br />

~ S-G Owners Association<br />

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Take responsibility for yourself & be a good neighbor! Keep our streets &<br />

neighborhood trash & litter free! Make it a habit, be a good neighbor & do<br />

your part! If each person did their own part (around the outside of their<br />

home, including their little stretch of street in front of their house), what<br />

a better place this would be to live! A clean environment/neighborhood<br />

makes people feel good about themselves. They will keep it clean. Some<br />

need to be reminded. Others need to be continually reminded. It takes<br />

time to change habits. Keeping your neighborhood clean is a habit that<br />

takes conscious effort.<br />

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Keep Our Lakes Clean<br />

Please help us keep our community beautiful by NOT THROWING trash<br />

and debris into the lakes. In addition, there is NO SWIMMING, BOATING<br />

OR FISHING in the LAKES.<br />

Tennis Courts<br />

The Association kindly asks that residents refrain from using the tennis<br />

courts for anything other than playing tennis. Playing basketball, football<br />

and/or other activities can cause damage to the tennis courts making it<br />

unavailable for other residents to use and creating costly repairs.<br />

Pets<br />

Good dog-walking etiquette means picking up the poop after your dog is<br />

finished. This is as simple as taking a plastic grocery bag, turning it inside<br />

out and placing your hand inside and using the bag as a plastic glove,<br />

then turn the bag back out and take the bag with you where you can<br />

dispose of it properly. That’s the courteous thing to do. Don’t get caught<br />

without extra poop bags, particularly if you’re going on a long walk. (P.S.<br />

This is a great way to recycle all those plastic grocery bags!)<br />

Please Control Your Pets!<br />

It is a deed restriction violation if your pets are not confined to a fenced<br />

backyard or within your home. They must not be allowed to bark all<br />

night or cause a nuisance to your neighbors. They must also be on a<br />

leash at all times when not in a contained environment. It is also the pet<br />

owner’s responsibility to keep ALL areas of the community FREE from pet<br />

debris when walking your pets. Please remember that cats must also be<br />

confined. Animal Control can be reached at 281-999-3191. If you happen<br />

to come across vicious dogs or ANY loose dogs of this nature, please<br />

contact your local Animal Control at 281-999-3191. If you are familiar<br />

with the property address the pets belong to, please feel free to submit<br />

that information to PMG, Michael Graves mgraves@pmghouston.com, to<br />

pursue the deed restriction violation. Notification and ample time must<br />

be given to the owner to correct the violation prior to any further pursuit<br />

by the Association.<br />

Remember that all pets should always wear a collar with ID tag! Pet<br />

owners should also consider pet microchips for identification in case<br />

your pet looses their collar/ID tag.<br />

Did you know? There is a Lost Pet Feature to Community Intranet<br />

• Log into www.canyongate.com/residents/sg (login required)<br />

• Click on “classifieds” under Resources located on left side of menu<br />

• Click on “lost & found pets”<br />

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Community Email Blasts & More<br />

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To find a wealth of information regarding your Homeowners Association,<br />

please visit the website at www.Canyon<strong>Gate</strong>.com. On this community<br />

website you will find the following and much more…<br />

• Rules, Regulations (CC&R’S) & Guidelines<br />

• Modifications Form (ARC)<br />

• Board of Director meeting times<br />

• Community Updates<br />

• Event Updates and Schedules<br />

• Lost & Found Pet Section (under classifieds)<br />

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Engagement Stories<br />

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Chelsea & William<br />

What was supposed to be a family vacation to Las Vegas/the Grand Canyon<br />

the week before Thanksgiving, ended up turning into the most picture<br />

perfect proposal. The morning we were supposed to leave for the Grand<br />

Canyon, I wasn’t feeling well, and said I would stay back. However, William<br />

was very insistent that I come. I took some medicine, got ready really<br />

quickly, and we hopped into the car for our grand excursion. When we got<br />

to the Grand Canyon, it was freezing outside (to Texans of course!) and<br />

there was even some snow on the ground. It looked so magical (especially<br />

considering I have only seen snow a couple of times)! As I was getting out<br />

of the car, I noticed that one of my fake nails had fallen off (I had gotten my<br />

nails done the week prior) ON MY LEFT HAND! William’s mother had<br />

asked, “what hand did the nail fall off from?”, which I thought was a funny<br />

question to ask. When we got to the Grand Canyon, we stopped to take<br />

pictures (and get me a jacket because I did NOT plan for freezing weather).<br />

During one picture, William had bent down to sit for the picture, but in<br />

my head I was thinking “THIS IS IT! THERE IS WHERE WE GET EN-<br />

GAGED!” My heart started racing and I was so excited. But....all that was said was, “Chelsea, sit down so we can take the picture.” I was slightly disappointed,<br />

but I wouldn’t let it ruin my time. We went to go grab a bite to eat, and William and his family were asking when sunset was so we could go to one final stop:<br />

Yavapai Point. By the time we got there, I was freezing and felt like my hands and legs were going numb and was apprehensive to take more pictures. Then, in<br />

the most perfect spot, right as we were posing for a picture, William got down on one knee and showed me the most beautiful ring that he picked out himself.<br />

I didn’t even let him talk I was so in shock that I just went in for a giant hug. When his family asked what I said, I responded with, “oh he never asked!” He<br />

officially asked, I said “YES!!!!!!!”, and the rest of our “grand” love story is history!<br />

Lisa & Matt<br />

My wife and I met on a blind date – we were immediately attracted<br />

to each other. Later, when the time came, I wanted to have the<br />

perfect way to propose to her, so I conspired with my mother to<br />

create the ‘perfect day’. First, my sister, Rachel, took a picture<br />

of me at our favorite place – Castlewood State Park outside of St.<br />

Louis, Missouri. From this picture, a wooden jigsaw puzzle was<br />

created – the largest piece in the center being a sign with my special<br />

message… ‘Lisa, Will You Marry Me?’. The remaining pieces<br />

of the puzzle were randomly divided into handmade velvet bags<br />

that each had a handwritten calligraphy poem on them created<br />

by me describing a new location for the ‘Treasure Hunt’. Each location<br />

has some significance since it was a place where we had<br />

experienced something special together. At the last location, I<br />

presented her with the final piece and the diamond ring. My wife<br />

is a very special person who has given me so much…I love her.<br />

10<br />

Violet & TJ<br />

"They" say that after a storm, comes a rainbow....it turns out that "they"<br />

are correct. I met my fiancé, TJ, about 20 years ago. Nothing became<br />

of it, except seeing the familiar face from time to time throughout the<br />

years. On July 15, I ran into the familiar face, yet once again. Except this<br />

time, it was God's timing and we were engaged on September 16. He is<br />

the biggest teddy bear with the kindest soul. He is the happily ever after<br />

that me & daughters needed for so long.... We will say "I do" on 2/11/18.<br />

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CFISD Continues Growing Collaboration<br />

With City Of Houston For See To<br />

Succeed Initiative<br />

Following a very successful first year, CFISD bussed even more students<br />

- approximately 1,600 - to the Berry Center from January 8 th -11 th for free<br />

comprehensive eye exams and eyewear provided by the Harris County Health<br />

Department’s See to Succeed program. The See to Succeed program partners<br />

with several organizations and community volunteers throughout the area to<br />

organize weeklong vision clinics for students between the ages of 6 to 18 who<br />

have not passed state-mandated vision screenings initiated by school nurses.<br />

Transporting CFISD students to the clinics presented logistical and<br />

scheduling issues, but See to Succeed acquired mobile vision exam<br />

equipment. That allowed team members, volunteers and vision<br />

professionals to travel and establish more remote locations.<br />

And in the case of CFISD, that meant setting up the program at the Berry<br />

Center. Approximately 400 students per day were examined and fitted<br />

for glasses over the four days at no cost to participating families. Due to<br />

the increase, a separate See to Succeed program will be set up at Fiest<br />

Elementary School to serve the high demand on that campus. The total<br />

increased from the roughly 1,100 students that participated a year ago.<br />

Consent forms to participate in the program were sent home via school<br />

nurses for those students who failed the vision screenings on campus<br />

multiple times or were deemed as needing an examination.<br />

According to Bevin Gordon, CFISD’s director for health services,<br />

approximately 5,500 students within the district will fail the statemandated<br />

vision screening each year. And from those, roughly half<br />

would not get a professional eye examination to address the issues.<br />

Each day of the four began with eligible students shuttled by CFISD buses<br />

to and from their campuses to the Berry Center. Upon arrival, See to<br />

Succeed employees and volunteers greeted the students and led them to<br />

the auditorium for registration as well as distributing stickers for each to<br />

help identify students throughout the day. The process was broken down<br />

into stations, including pre-screening rooms and waiting areas, before<br />

each student would ultimately visit with an eye doctor.<br />

Stations included distance acuity, color, stereo, near point of accommodation<br />

and conversion, slit lamp, auto refraction and refraction, optical frame<br />

selection, check out and data entry. If a student needed an immediate<br />

referral or follow-up consultation, program workers were ready to call<br />

parents and guardians. Three urgent cases were caught in the first two days.<br />

The entire screening process lasted between 2-4 hours per student. During<br />

their time at the Berry Center, students were accompanied by CFISD clinic<br />

assistants, who joined them as chaperones. Breakfast and lunch were<br />

provided to students by the CFISD nutrition services department to ensure<br />

meals were not missed as a result of a student being at the Berry Center.<br />

The partnership with CFISD and its personnel made the four-day operation<br />

a smooth success, said See to Succeed Manager Patricia Watson.<br />

More than 200 employees from Watson’s team joined many volunteers to make<br />

the program run as smooth as it does. Participating students will have eyeglasses<br />

delivered to their home campuses in roughly four weeks, a part of the process<br />

almost more rewarding as helping each student through his or her exam.<br />

The See to Succeed program has been in operation from its primary Heights<br />

location by the City of Houston Health Department since 2007. Since its<br />

start, the program has screened more than 22,000 children and distributed<br />

over 19,000 glasses to those in need. See to Succeed program partners<br />

include the Houston Department of Health and Human Services, University<br />

of Houston, San Jacinto College, Berkeley Eye Center, public and private<br />

schools, as well as community volunteers from across the Houston area. For<br />

more information, visit See to Succeed at www.HoustonService.org.<br />

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Cy-Fair Hs and Community<br />

Celebrate Football State<br />

Title With Parade<br />

Cy-Fair High School students, staff, fans and community<br />

members lined the parade route.<br />

The Cy-Fair High School football team was honored and<br />

celebrated for winning the 2017 Class 6A Division II state<br />

championship, as the school, alumni and community members<br />

came together for a parade on January 12 th and rally that<br />

followed at the high school football field.<br />

The Bobcats captured the state title with their 51-35 win over<br />

Waco Midway on December 23 rd at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.<br />

Cy-Fair was the third football program in CFISD history to reach<br />

a state championship game, but is the first in the district to win<br />

it all.<br />

A rally at the Cy-Fair football stadium followed, as fans filled the stands and<br />

cheered throughout the ceremony. In addition to congratulatory speeches by the<br />

high school administration, Pustejovsky offered thanks to not only his coaches<br />

and players, but the community in helping the Bobcats win the championship.<br />

Each member of the football team, film crew and athletic training staff was then<br />

introduced.<br />

Ray Zepeda, CFISD director of athletics, closed the rally by presenting the state<br />

championship trophy to the Bobcats with the crowd giving a raucous ovation. “It’s<br />

good recognition for our players because they did accomplish something that very<br />

few people get to do,” Pustejosky said. “I’m very proud of them.”<br />

Cy-Fair fans and community members lined Cypress North<br />

Houston Road, where the parade began near the high school<br />

baseball field. Following a turn at Telge Road, hundreds of<br />

students and staff from nearby Lamkin Elementary School and<br />

Arnold Middle School cheered on the parade as well. Three<br />

vehicles from the Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department carried<br />

the football team, while coaches, student trainers and other<br />

program personnel rode in other vehicles.<br />

The Cy-Fair Air Force JROTC, marching band, Brigade drill team<br />

and cheerleaders also took part in the parade. Cy-Fair Head<br />

Football Coach Ed Pustejovsky and his wife Marianne served as<br />

the parade’s grand marshals.<br />

“It was a time to be able to bring our staff, our students, our<br />

alumni and our community together to savor the moment and<br />

celebrate this historical event,” said Cy-Fair Principal Ana Martin.<br />

“I’m still processing it all and what it means to Cy-Fair High<br />

School and what it means to Cy-Fair ISD. We’re just so proud of<br />

the hard work of our football team, our coaches and our staff.”<br />

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Cy-Fair High School Head Football Coach Ed<br />

Pustejovsky and his wife Marianne serve as the<br />

grand marshals.<br />

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Cy-Fair High School football<br />

players wave to fans and<br />

community members during<br />

parade.<br />

Cy-Fair High School Principal Ana Martin addresses the crowd.<br />

The Cy-Fair High school football team was honored for winning the<br />

2017 Class 6A Division II state championship with a parade rally.<br />

2017 Class 6A Division II State Champions<br />

Cy-Fair High School football team, coaching staff and athletic trainers pose with the 2017 Class 6A Division II state championship trophy.<br />

The Bobcats became CFISD’s first football state champions.<br />

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sports<br />

Bear Creek Baptist<br />

Church Sports<br />

5901 N. Fry Rd and West Little York<br />

BASEBALL, T-BALL, COACH, MACHINE & KID PITCH<br />

We would like to invite children from 4 yrs. (as of Sept. 1, 2017) to 13 years<br />

old to join us as we enjoy another season of T-Ball, Coach, Machine and Kid<br />

Pitch. We look forward to teaching your children the skills and watching<br />

them enhance their abilities. Registration forms are now available in<br />

our office or you can register online. We will offer several evaluations<br />

(skills assessment) days so we can check on their skill level so we can<br />

even out the teams. The first evaluation will be Monday, Tuesday and<br />

Thursday Nights, <strong>February</strong> 20 th , 21 st and 23 rd , between 6-7 PM. The last<br />

evaluation will be Saturday, <strong>February</strong> 25 th between 9-10:30 AM. It only<br />

takes a few minutes for us to run them through the drills and then we will<br />

contact each player the week before they begin practices. After Monday,<br />

<strong>February</strong> 27 th , we cannot guarantee a place on a team. They will practice<br />

for one hour a week on a Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday.<br />

Practices begin the week of March 20 th and the league runs through May<br />

20 th . The early cost will be $80 for those registering before <strong>February</strong> 21 st .<br />

After <strong>February</strong> 22 nd the cost will be $90. If you have questions or would<br />

like more information you can contact us at 281-859-9900. Ask for Scott<br />

Denton or Linda Newhouse or email rec@bcstaff.org.<br />

FORWARD BASKETBALL HIGH SCHOOL GUYS<br />

Be a part of one of our basketball leagues. Practice/Games will be on<br />

Monday, Tuesday or Thursday nights. Evaluations to help set the<br />

teams will be <strong>February</strong> 27 th , 28 th , March 2 nd , 6 th , 7 th and 9 th from 6:30<br />

PM to 8:30 PM in our Gym. You can register online. Look for Forward<br />

Basketball and click on it. We will have registration forms available in the<br />

church office and in the Student Ministry area. Practices begin the week<br />

of March 20 th and the league runs through May 1 st . The cost of Forward<br />

Basketball is $25. If you have questions or would like more information<br />

you can contact us at 281-859-9900. Ask for David Rutherford or email<br />

david.rutherford@bcstaff.org. Last year there was such a great response<br />

register early and pay to reserve your spot.<br />

MEN’S OUTWARD FLAG FOOTBALL<br />

Come join men 18 years and older for our Outward Flag Football league<br />

coming this spring at Bear Creek Baptist Church. Practice/Games will<br />

be on Saturdays. The league will have a tournament at the conclusion<br />

of the season. Evaluations for all players will be Saturday, March 17 th<br />

from 10-11 AM and Tuesday and Thursday, March 20 th and 22 nd from<br />

16<br />

6:30-7:30 PM. These will take place on the fields behind the church. Cost<br />

for the league will be $40 per player covering cost of officials and jersey.<br />

Games will begin April 7 th and conclude on May 12 th . You can register<br />

online under Men’s Sports.<br />

ADULT SOCCER<br />

Join us for a new adult soccer league! This leagues is open to men and<br />

women, age 18 and up. There will be a skills evaluation on Saturday,<br />

March 10 th from 10-11 AM to assist in making equal teams. This<br />

assessment and all games will be held on the fields behind the church.<br />

Games will begin on April 7 th and conclude on May 12 th . Cost for the<br />

league will be $40 per player. This will include a jersey.<br />

YOUTH SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS<br />

This summer, kiddos age 7 to 14 can participate in half day summer sports<br />

camps! A football lover? Volleyball champion? Baseball slugger? We’ve got a<br />

camp for you! And more! Each week will be a different sport including football,<br />

volleyball, basketball, baseball, cheerleading, soccer and dodgeball! Cost will<br />

be $100 per child. This will include a t-shirt and a gift! For more information<br />

on all our sports, contact us at 281-859-9900 or rec@bcstaff.org. There will be<br />

registration online at www.bearcreek.church/sports.<br />

Texas Terrapins<br />

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Start the New Year off right! If you’re interested in joining a fun and<br />

competitive swim team, Texas Terrapins Swim Team has year-round open<br />

enrollment. Register in <strong>February</strong> for the Spring Season. Take the time to<br />

check us out and you will see why TTST is… a Stroke Above the Rest! Need<br />

more information: Email: join@texasterrapins.com, call 832-736-5497 or<br />

check out our website at www.texasterrapins.com under upcoming events.<br />

Northwest Flyers Youth<br />

Track Club Registration<br />

The Northwest Flyers Youth Track Club will celebrate its 31 st Anniversary<br />

Season by hosting its annual free Registration/Orientation breakfast on<br />

Saturday, <strong>February</strong> 3, <strong>2018</strong>, for all boys and girls who are interested in<br />

joining for the <strong>2018</strong> track season. The breakfast starts promptly at 8:30<br />

AM at the Cypress Creek Christian Community Center Forum located at<br />

6823 Cypresswood Dr., Spring, TX, 77379.<br />

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The event is an opportunity for youth athletes to register for the <strong>2018</strong><br />

spring/summer track season and to meet the Northwest Flyers coaches,<br />

staff and other new and returning athletes. The event will be highlighted<br />

by a special presentation from a member of the USA Track &Field<br />

Olympic organization (USATF). All athletes and parents who wish to join<br />

the Northwest Flyers must attend the orientation.<br />

The Northwest Flyers Track Club is a youth (ages 6 -18) track club,<br />

affiliated with USA Track & Field (USATF), that provides a full program<br />

of sanctioned “track” events such as sprints, hurdles, middle distance,<br />

distance and relays and sanctioned “field” events such as long jump,<br />

triple jump, high jump, pole vault, shot put, discus and javelin.<br />

Club Track Team Registration for Middle and High School<br />

In order to register, athletes must first attend one of the orientation<br />

sessions in late March/early April <strong>2018</strong>, which are listed on the team<br />

website at www.northwestflyers.org.<br />

For additional information on the Northwest Flyers Track Club, please<br />

visit the team website at www.northwestflyers.org, contact Linette<br />

Roach at linette.roach@sbcglobal.net or “Like” the club on Facebook.<br />

FC Cypress Soccer Club<br />

Registration Open<br />

In its third season, FC Cypress Soccer Club is now accepting registration<br />

for ages 7-13. FC Cypress Soccer Club was founded by Cypress resident<br />

and former professional player Marc Castillo, who grew up playing<br />

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enter one of three different programs, depending on their age and level<br />

of commitment. To register or for information regarding the club and its<br />

programs, go to www.fccypress.com or call 936-463-8010.<br />

Spring Soccer Sign Ups<br />

Cy-fair/Magnolia/Tomball/Spring Klein Registration - Now Open!<br />

Registration for Fun, Fair, Positive Soccer (FFPS) is open for boys and girls<br />

ages 4 to 18 for the SPRING Season. Games start on April 7, <strong>2018</strong>. FFPS<br />

is a non-profit youth soccer program dedicated to providing a positive<br />

youth sports experience for all children. Founded in 1986 in Katy, Texas,<br />

FFPS has grown to 22 leagues and 16,000 players throughout the Greater<br />

Houston area. FFPS offers children a fun and fair experience, including<br />

one practice per week, a full uniform and trophy for every player, equal<br />

playing time and play every position, co-ed/balanced teams, positive<br />

coaching and more. No tryouts are required.<br />

Online Registration schedule and fees (sign up early and save):<br />

Through Feb. 6 th : $114<br />

Feb. 7 th through March 6 th : $119<br />

March 7 th through March 20 th : $124<br />

March 21 st through Full: $129<br />

Go to www.FFPS.org to sign up. Registration fee includes a full uniform<br />

(jersey, shorts and socks), trophy, trained positive coaches, nice fields<br />

and background checks on all volunteers.<br />

Coaches will call players to schedule practice by April 3 rd . Practice times<br />

and location will be determined by the coach and team. The schedule<br />

includes eight games, played locally on Saturdays, April 7 th to May 26 th .<br />

Our Cy-Fair North league plays at Matzke Elementary (13102 Jones Rd).<br />

Our Cy-Fair South league plays at Cook Middle School (9111 Wheatland<br />

Dr). Our Cy-Fair West league plays at Horne Elementary (14950 W Little<br />

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York). Our Tomball League plays at Tomball Alternative Education Center<br />

(1302 Keefer Rd). Our Magnolia League pays at Magnolia Elementary<br />

(31900 Nichols Sawmill Rd) Our Spring/Klein League plays at Reynolds<br />

Elementary School (3975 Gladeridge Dr). For more information, maps<br />

of all locations or to sign up, visit www.FFPS.org or call 1-800-828-PLAY<br />

(7529).<br />

Living Word Sports<br />

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Basketball & Cheerleading<br />

Registration is now open!<br />

Who can play? Anyone ages 4-13! (age as of Sept. 1, 2017)<br />

Cost: $75 per person<br />

Includes reversible Rockets Jersey and a ticket to a Rockets basketball<br />

game!<br />

For more info & to Register visit: www.livingword.church/sports<br />

USA Fit Cypress<br />

Are you a runner? Are you a fitness walker? Do you want to be? USA Fit<br />

Cypress is a friendly, no pressure group training for a variety of marathons<br />

and half marathons throughout the year. Even if you’ve never run a step<br />

before, training with our group will help you conquer mental and physical<br />

barriers you never thought possible. Beginner, walker, seasoned runner?<br />

No matter your conditioning or pace, we have a place for you. Over the<br />

course of six months, our coaches will help you achieve your personal<br />

best in a non-intimidating, fun and safe environment.<br />

We will provide a weekly training schedule and opportunities for group<br />

training throughout the week with our distance runs on Saturday<br />

morning at Pope Elementary on Bridgeland Lake Parkway in Bridgeland.<br />

Registration for our Winter Season is open and the programs officially<br />

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Ladies Golf<br />

A new ladies golf group is now forming at Cypress Lakes Golf Club. No<br />

handicaps required. This will be a casual ladies golf outing to improve<br />

your game and make some new friends. Play will be on Thursday<br />

mornings at 9. For information please email ladiesgolf4fun@gmail.com<br />

or call Cypress Lakes Golf Club at 281-304-8515.<br />

Netball Clubs<br />

Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men and youth to join in, play<br />

and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British School of Houston.<br />

We are also looking for interested players, adults and youth to play in a<br />

new Katy Netball club. No experience necessary. For more information,<br />

go to our facebook page, Houston Shooting Stars Netball Club or www.<br />

netballamerica.com or contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for<br />

further information.<br />

Track Houston Youth<br />

Track Club<br />

Track Houston is the nation’s largest and most successful youth track<br />

and field organization. Our goal is to assist interested boys and girls<br />

ages 6 to 18 years old in improving their physical fitness and mental<br />

stamina. We have multiple practice sites in the Greater Houston area<br />

including McMeans Junior High School in Katy and Cypress Lakes<br />

High School in Cypress. Visit www.trackhouston.com to register for a<br />

location near you.<br />

Cy-Fair Sports<br />

Association<br />

Cy-Fair Sports Association is having registration for baseball, football,<br />

cheerleading and soccer. Please see our website for more information<br />

www.cy-fairsports.org.<br />

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offering the children weekly chapel, as well as<br />

music/movement, library and computer classes.<br />

St. Cuthbert School offers<br />

2 Day, 3 Day and 5 Day programs<br />

9 am – 2 pm Monday – Thursday<br />

9 am – 12pm on Fridays<br />

AGES 18 MONTHS THROUGH 5 YEARS<br />

BRIDGE/KINDERGARTEN CLASS<br />

Our bridge / Kindergarten program is designed for children who<br />

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The development of the essential building blocks allows<br />

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school@stcuthbert.org<br />

Registration for <strong>2018</strong>-2019 school year begins on <strong>February</strong> 6 at 8am.<br />

The program is open to all children, regardless of race, nationality or faith. St Cuthbert School is NAEYC accredited.<br />

Westside Golf<br />

League<br />

Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We<br />

invite you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf<br />

Club. Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends<br />

and have fun while improving golfing skills. For more information,<br />

contact Sue Crookson at 281-392-4913 scrookson@houston.<br />

rr.com or Yana Dommert at 281-394-2481 yana@entouch.net.<br />

Cypress Running Club<br />

Cypress Running Club is based in Coles Crossing, just north of<br />

290 off of Barker Cypress. We welcome runners of all abilities.<br />

We offer a Couch-to-5k training plan for those new to running,<br />

as well as training plans for half and full marathons. Come<br />

meet lots of other Cypress residents and find some new<br />

running buddies. Distance runs are on Saturday mornings<br />

and start at Sampson Elementary, right off of Coles Crossing<br />

Dr. For more information and to sign up, please visit http://<br />

cypressrunningclub.com and find us on Facebook.<br />

West Houston<br />

Rugby Club<br />

West Houston Rugby Club offers excellent opportunities for<br />

players of all ages from minis to adults to participate in one<br />

of America’s fastest growing sports. Our coaches are fully<br />

accredited with USA Rugby and include former European<br />

premiership players. We are a not for profit club with a<br />

mission to provide outstanding club management, a fun social<br />

environment and the feeling of a rugby family. Registration is<br />

now open for the 2017/<strong>2018</strong> season at www.westhoustonrugby.<br />

com. Enquiries may be sent to info@westhoustonrugby.com.<br />

Come and join the fastest growing club in Houston!<br />

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Girl Scouting is open to all girls ages 5 (must be in kindergarten) through<br />

18 who are willing to accept the Girl Scout Promise and law. Copper<br />

Creek Meadows Community serves girls in the residence areas for the<br />

elementary schools listed below, as well as the corresponding middle<br />

and high schools. Home schooled and private school students are always<br />

welcome. Our elementary schools are: Birkes, Fiest, Hairgrove, Horne,<br />

Kirk, Lee, Lieder, Lowery, Metcalf, Owens, Tipps, Wilson, St. Elizabeth Ann<br />

Seton, Texas Christian School and Christian Life Center. More information<br />

about Girl Scouts may be found on the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council<br />

website, www.gssjc. The Council phone number is 713-292-0300. For<br />

information on the Copper Creek Meadows Community, please contact<br />

coppercreekmeadowsgirlscouts@gmail.com. Girl Scouts builds girls of<br />

courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place.<br />

Boy Scouts of America -<br />

Copperhead District<br />

For 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found<br />

in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant<br />

in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting<br />

helps youth develop academic skills, self-confidence, ethics, leadership<br />

skills, outdoor skills and citizenship skills that influence their adult lives.<br />

The Boy Scouts of America provides youth with programs and activities<br />

that allow them to:<br />

• Try new things.<br />

• Provide service to others.<br />

• Build self-confidence.<br />

• Reinforce ethical standards.<br />

Scouting provides youth with a sense that they are important as<br />

individuals while promoting activities that lead to personal responsibility<br />

and high self-esteem. As a result, when hard decisions have to be made,<br />

peer pressure can be resisted and the right choices can be made. Scouting<br />

provides a rewarding experience for boys ages 5 to 21. Scouting through<br />

the local Packs and Troops teach outdoor and life skills which help our<br />

youth Be Prepared. Your area is serviced by the BSA Sam Houston Area<br />

Counsel - Copperhead District which includes 23 Cub Scout Packs (boys 5<br />

to 10 years old), 13 Troops (boys from 11 to 18 years old) and 10 Venturing<br />

units (boys and girls from 14 to 21). Our Units typically meet weekly.<br />

Many of our units are supported by the local Elementary Schools<br />

including: Birkes, Copeland, Duryea, Fiest, Hemmingway, Holmsley,<br />

Horne, Jowell, Lowery, Metcalf, Owens, Postma, Robinson, Sheridan,<br />

Tipps, Walker and Wilson. Other Community groups include: Autumn<br />

Creek Baptist Church, Beck and Masten Automotive, Cornerstone United<br />

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Methodist Church, Copperfield Church, Crossbridge Church, Cy-Fair<br />

Kiwanis Club, Deerfield Village HOA, LDS Bear Creek and Copperfield<br />

Wards, Middlegate Village HOA, Peace Community Church, St. Elizabeth<br />

Ann Seton Catholic Church and Thornton Middle School.<br />

Please contact Brendan Cronin, Copperhead District Executive (713-756-<br />

3383 or email brendan.cronin@scouting.org) or to go www.copperhead.<br />

shac.org to find join a Scouting unit near you.<br />

Boy Scout Troop 61<br />

Young men between the ages of 11-18 are encouraged to visit Boy Scout<br />

Troop 61 at 7:00 PM Wednesday nights at Peace Community Church, 5151<br />

Addicks Satsuma Road, Houston, Texas, 77084. They will get a hands-on<br />

experience of what Scouting has to offer and have the opportunity to visit<br />

with the Scouts and their adult leaders to learn more about the things<br />

the troop has done during meetings and activities. Scouting activities<br />

include camping, fishing, archery, rifle/shotgun shooting, hiking, first<br />

aid, wilderness survival, community service, citizenship, swimming,<br />

leadership, white-water rafting and much more. Troop 61 camps each<br />

month and has a group that goes to High Adventure Camp and to Merit<br />

Badge Camps each summer. Boy Scout Troop 61 meets from 7:00 to 8:00<br />

PM every Wednesday in the Activity Room at Peace Community Church.<br />

Contact Mike Viator with Troop 61 if your son is interested in joining a<br />

local Boy Scout Troop. Cell: 713-253-8465, mike.viator@comcast.net.<br />

Boy Scout Troop 10<br />

Boy Scout Troop 10 meets every Tuesday night during the school year<br />

at the West Houston Church of Christ on West Road and Queenston. Our<br />

meetings begin at 7 PM. We spend our time working on merit badges,<br />

planning for our monthly camp outs and having fun!! Now is the perfect<br />

time to join us and get started on this fabulous journey! If you have a<br />

son in the 6 th grade or higher that would like to join in the fun and<br />

adventure please contact us. Our website is www.troopwebhost.org/<br />

Troop10Houston and our email is Troop10Houston@gmail.com.<br />

Boy Scout Troop 3<br />

Boys, are you yearning for exciting outdoor programs that stir your<br />

imagination and interest? How about camping, fishing, canoeing, hiking,<br />

backpacking and off-road biking? Do you want to learn wilderness survival,<br />

cooking, first aid, orienteering and shooting skills? Scouting is Fun… with a<br />

Purpose - where boys grow into men instilled with values of duty to God and<br />

Country, community service, citizenship, leadership and self-confidence.<br />

Troop 3 is a boy-lead troop where the boys plan an exciting year-round<br />

outdoor program. We camp monthly and include rock climbing, backpacking<br />

and canoeing. Troop 3 also participates in a weeklong winter camp, as well<br />

as a weeklong summer camp. We welcome all young men, 11-18 years old to<br />

visit Boy Scout Troop 3 at 7:00 PM Monday nights at Richard & Meg Weekley<br />

Community Center located at 8440 Greenhouse Road, Cypress. No previous<br />

scouting experience needed! Come see for yourself what Boy Scouts has to<br />

offer and visit with the Scouts to learn more about our troop. Please visit our<br />

website www.houstontroop3.com for more information.<br />

Pack 4 Cub Scouts<br />

Come Join Pack 4 Cub Scouts at Lieder Elementary for the first 3 Tuesdays<br />

of each month at 7 PM. We help turn young boys into men with fun and<br />

games while learning new skills that will help them grow. We also work<br />

around tough sport schedules. So come see what Pack 4 is all about!<br />

Homeschool Pack 164<br />

Cub Scouts is a fun way to teach boys about character, respect,<br />

responsibility and many other traits. Pack 164 is a Christian, home<br />

school Cub Scout Pack that services the Greater West Houston/Katy area.<br />

Pack 164 promotes service to God, to country and to others. If you are<br />

interested and your son is in 1 st through 5 th grade, please contact Jack M.<br />

Jones at 281-558-5722.<br />

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COMMUNITY EVENTS<br />

Calling All Vendors!<br />

The 2 nd Annual Mother’s Day Market & Car Show presented by Cypress<br />

Springs FFA Booster Club will be held on Saturday, April 21, <strong>2018</strong><br />

between 9 AM-5 PM & Sunday, April 22, <strong>2018</strong> between 10 AM-4 PM. This<br />

event will be advertised in various media outlets. We are also working<br />

on entertainment and radio spots to generate business and excitement<br />

this year. Indoor booths are $110 and outdoor booths are $100. All<br />

proceeds will benefit the Cypress Springs FFA students in attending<br />

state convention, competitions and creating scholarships for graduating<br />

seniors. The event is held at the CFISD Exhibit Center at 11206 Telge Road,<br />

Cypress, TX 77429, ¼ mile north of Hwy 290. For additional information,<br />

please visit www.cyspringsffabooster.org or contact Elizabeth Ordonez<br />

via email at cy_springsffa@yahoo.com.<br />

Festivals<br />

Call For Artists: Bayou City Art<br />

Festival Memorial Park <strong>2018</strong><br />

Bayou City Art Festival, produced by Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA),<br />

is inviting artists from around the country to submit applications and<br />

have the opportunity to showcase their art at the nation’s premier spring<br />

outdoor fine art event Friday-Sunday, March 23-25, <strong>2018</strong>.<br />

ACA produces Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park in the spring and<br />

Bayou City Art Festival Downtown in the fall. Now entering its 47 th year,<br />

ACA has provided a venue for over 20,000 artists to showcase their<br />

work to thousands of art lovers from all over the world. Patrons have<br />

the opportunity to personally meet the artist, view original works and<br />

purchase world class art. The festival benefits local non-profits and<br />

22<br />

features music, food, beverages, entertainment, a Children’s Creative<br />

Zone and much more for people of all ages to come and enjoy the city<br />

and the festival.<br />

Twice a year, over 1,000 qualified applicants from 19 different disciples<br />

submit their applications to be reviewed by the ACA jurors. For each<br />

festival, a new juror panel is invited and consists of artists, collectors<br />

and industry professionals. The panel of five to seven jurors are selected<br />

based on their specific interests, professional knowledge and background<br />

with the festival. Only 300 artists will be selected to exhibit at the <strong>2018</strong><br />

Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park. Cash Prizes are awarded for “Best<br />

in Show,” second and third, as selected by on-site judges. Ribbons are<br />

awarded for “Best Booth” and all winners receive jury exempt status for<br />

two years as well as priority booth placement.<br />

Volunteer and sponsorship opportunities are available. For more<br />

information, please visit www.artcolonyassociation.org. For updates on<br />

social media, follow the official event hashtags #HouArtFest and #BCAF,<br />

like the Facebook page or follow on Twitter and Instagram.<br />

Walks/Runs<br />

Shield Bearer Running for Hearts<br />

5K Family Fun Run and Walk<br />

The Shield Bearer Running for Hearts 5K Family Fun Run and Walk will<br />

take place on April 7, <strong>2018</strong>, 7-11 AM, at Windwood Church at 10555<br />

Spring Cypress Road in Houston, Texas. This family friendly event will<br />

feature a 5K timed, trail style run, a 1-mile family walk, games for the<br />

kids, t-shirts, food, prizes and lots of fun for all ages. Race registration is<br />

$25 for adults (ages 14 and up) and $10 for children (ages 13 and under)<br />

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efore March 20, <strong>2018</strong>. Registration, sponsorship, vendor, fundraising<br />

and volunteer information is available at shieldbearer.org/5K.<br />

Proceeds for the event will fund services and programs at Shield Bearer,<br />

a Houston based 501c3 nonprofit counseling and community resource<br />

center that provides services on a sliding scale. Shield Bearer has five<br />

locations in Houston and serves individuals, couples and families<br />

including those recovering from the trauma of human trafficking,<br />

domestic violence, crime, abuse, war and Hurricane Harvey. Additional<br />

information about services and programs can be found online at<br />

shieldbearer.org or by calling 281-894-7222.<br />

Fundraisers<br />

10TH Anniversary Salute to<br />

Our Heroes Gala<br />

On <strong>February</strong> 3, <strong>2018</strong>, the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation (CFEF) will<br />

celebrate the 10 th Anniversary of the Salute to Our Heroes Gala at the<br />

Omni Hotel Houston Westside. North Cypress Medical Center Hospital is<br />

the Missing Man Underwriter for this gala honoring the brave men and<br />

women who have served to protect our freedom and liberty. The evening<br />

includes a Missing Man Table and Honors Ceremony to honor our missing<br />

loved ones (or missing comrades in arms, for veterans).<br />

Salvatore “Sal” Giunta, former U.S. Army Staff Sergeant, is the evenings<br />

guest speaker. Giunta was presented with our nation’s highest military<br />

decoration-The Medal of Honor-for his heroic actions during combat in<br />

the Korengal Valley of Afghanistan on October 25, 2007. His courage and<br />

leadership while under extreme enemy fire were integral to his team’s<br />

survival and led to his selection as the first living recipient of the Medal of<br />

Honor since the Vietnam War and the eighth service member to receive<br />

the nation’s highest military decoration for valor in Iraq and Afghanistan.<br />

CFEF was established in 1970 as a non-profit to raise money to fund a<br />

scholarship for high school graduates in the area. Over the past 47 years,<br />

the Foundation has grown tremendously through the efforts of the Board<br />

of Trustees and the generosity of the Cy-Fair Community. The Foundation<br />

has awarded over $7.5 million in scholarships to 1600 graduating<br />

seniors. CFEF is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, all contributions are<br />

tax deductible, as allowed by the law.<br />

Sponsorships and tickets are available for Salute to Our Heroes. Tickets<br />

Must Be Purchased in Advance: $125 individual; $75 veterans. For more<br />

information please contact marie@thecfef.org or visit our website at<br />

www.theCFEF.org.<br />

STEVE TOUCHY<br />

Attorney At Law<br />

Serving Businesses and Families Since 1983<br />

Copperfield/Cypress<br />

• Wills • Trusts • Probate<br />

• Divorce • Employment<br />

• Adoption • Consumer Law<br />

• Incorporation • Collections<br />

• Partnership • Liens<br />

• Real Estate • Commercial Law<br />

281-858-0700<br />

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Located in the Chase Bank Building on FM 529<br />

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Sporting Clay Tournament Fundraiser<br />

Benefiting The Ballard House (501©3)<br />

Once again, The Ballard House will be having its annual Sporting Clay<br />

Tournament Fundraiser at the Westside Sporting Grounds (Brookshire,<br />

TX) on Saturday, <strong>February</strong> 24, <strong>2018</strong>.<br />

832-653-6690<br />

11403 Barker Cypress, Ste J<br />

(Walmart Neighborhood Market Center)<br />

www.paknship1.com<br />

Barker Cypress<br />

290<br />

Queenston<br />

Cypress N Houston<br />

The Sporting Clay Tournament is tremendous in helping to raise the necessary<br />

operational funds to keep the doors open at The Ballard House. Teams<br />

compete with their shooting skills for fun and fundraising to benefit this<br />

great cause. Teams and individuals can register on the website or by calling<br />

the number provided. Lots of sporting activities are planned throughout the<br />

day with the tournament starting at 9 AM and concluding with lunch and a<br />

program. The Ballard House provides a safe, family-friendly environment<br />

and home-away-from-home for those undergoing life threatening illnesses<br />

and treatment in the Houston area; all at no-cost. Patients come to The<br />

Ballard House from all over the United States and World.<br />

If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Mary<br />

Raines at 281-804-8414 or email at mary.raines@att.net.<br />

Free Estimates<br />

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24<br />

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Most vision plans accepted<br />

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Store Hours:<br />

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Wed 10:30 - 6:30<br />

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prescription glasses and premium lenses.*<br />

Some restrictions may apply.<br />

Free pair includes tinted, single vision CR-39<br />

lenses. Good at Cypress & 1960/Eldridge<br />

locations only. Coupon must be presented at<br />

time of service. Cannot be combined with any<br />

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Expires 3-15-18<br />

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Eye Exam<br />

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Existing Patients<br />

With purchase of complete pair of glasses.<br />

Dilation extra. Good at Cypress & 1960/Eldridge<br />

locations only. Coupon must be presented at time<br />

of service. Cannot be combined with any other<br />

promotion or insurance benefits. Expires 3-15-18<br />

Fry Road<br />

Home Depot<br />

<br />

Spring Cypress<br />

Hwy 290<br />

Hempstead Highway<br />

Target<br />

12713 FM 1960<br />

@ Eldridge<br />

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Store Hours:<br />

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Lenses<br />

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Eye Exam<br />

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$139<br />

Includes eye exam, contact lens fitting,<br />

follow-up exam, care kit plus 2 boxes (12 lenses)<br />

of Acuvue 2 Disposable Contact Lenses.<br />

Dilation extra. Good at Cypress & 1960/Eldridge<br />

locations only. Coupon must be presented at time<br />

of service. Cannot be combined with any other<br />

promotion or insurance benefits. Expires 3-15-18<br />

Cypress Fairbanks Rotary Casino Night<br />

Our Rotary club is hosting a Casino Night to raise fund to help different<br />

organizations in the Cypress area. These organization include, but not<br />

limited to: Cypress Area Ministries, Cy-Hope, Shied Bearer, Boy Scouts,<br />

etc..) Our Casino Night will be on March 17, <strong>2018</strong> starting at 7 PM and<br />

running till 11 PM. The cost is $45 and this gets you a BBQ dinner and 2<br />

drinks as well as $5,000 in chips. The games will include Blackjack, Craps,<br />

Poker and Roulette.<br />

Come join us for a night of FUN! Each ticket will get you a BBQ dinner and<br />

two (2) drinks. You will also start with $5,000 in chips to gamble the night<br />

away. There will be Blackjack, Roulette, Poker and Craps. Additional<br />

chips may be purchased as well as a cash bar. There will also be a silent<br />

auction.<br />

Tickets may be purchased before the event at www.eventbrite.com/e/cyfair-rotary-foundation-casino-night-tickets-41888165631<br />

and they will<br />

be available at the door. If you are interested in being a sponsor please<br />

contact Doug at 832-567-3872.<br />

Theater/Arts<br />

Stageworks Theatre<br />

10760 Grant Road, Houston, TX 77070<br />

SPELLING BEE - Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM, Sundays at 3 PM,<br />

Thru <strong>February</strong> 11, <strong>2018</strong> • Website: www.stageworkshouston.org.<br />

Mildred's Umbrella Theater Co.<br />

MAINSTAGE SEASON<br />

All Shows at Studio 101,<br />

1824 Spring Street #101, Houston TX 77007<br />

WELL By: Lisa Kron<br />

<strong>February</strong> 1 st -3 rd at 8 PM<br />

MORE INFO/RESERVATIONS: www.mildredsumbrella.com, info@<br />

mildredsumbrella.com or 832-463-0409.<br />

Cypress Creek FACE<br />

Box Office: 281-440-4850<br />

www.CypressCreekFACE.org<br />

Please call for the location for these concerts:<br />

THE 2017-18 STAR-LIT! SERIES - 8 PM<br />

Saturday, <strong>February</strong> 3, <strong>2018</strong>: The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra presents “A<br />

Salute to Frank Sinatra”<br />

Saturday, March 10, <strong>2018</strong>: The Celtic Tenors<br />

Saturday, April 14, <strong>2018</strong>: The 5 Browns<br />

Saturday, May 19, <strong>2018</strong>: The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass<br />

THE CHAPARRAL MANAGEMENT FAMILY SERIES - 3 PM<br />

Saturday, April 21, <strong>2018</strong>: Cirque-tacular<br />

THE 2017-<strong>2018</strong> PROMENADE SERIES<br />

Saturday, <strong>February</strong> 24, <strong>2018</strong>, 7:30 PM: “A World of Song” with Jerry<br />

Blackstone, Conductor<br />

Tuesday, March 13, <strong>2018</strong>, 3 PM: Dons & Divas: Dido and Aeneas<br />

Tuesday, April 10, <strong>2018</strong>, 3 PM: ROCO: “Magical Inspirations” featuring<br />

Scott St. John, violin<br />

Tuesday, May 8, <strong>2018</strong>, 3 PM: Javier Chaparro and Triple Take<br />

THE FREE CHILDREN’S SERIES - 10 AM<br />

Saturday, <strong>February</strong> 10, <strong>2018</strong>: Impande Ye Africa presents “Sing Along Africa”<br />

Saturday, May 12, <strong>2018</strong>: Lucas Miller, the Singing Zoologist!<br />

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The Houston Choral Society<br />

Announces its 2017-<strong>2018</strong> Season<br />

Led by Artistic Director Dr. Kevin Klotz, the Houston Choral Society<br />

(HCS) announces its versatile and engaging 2017-<strong>2018</strong> season. They<br />

are truly working to fulfill their mantra of professionalism, versatility<br />

and passion. “We are providing our audiences with a wide variety of<br />

musical genres this year. We will have German folk music and waltzes,<br />

Spanish carols, Broadway favorites and The Lord Nelson Mass. There is<br />

something for everyone to enjoy in our 2017-<strong>2018</strong> season,” says Klotz.<br />

Season subscriptions are now on sale. Season subscribers save 15% for<br />

four concerts. Season tickets are $85 for adults, $65 for seniors/students<br />

and $30 for children 5 years old and under. Season tickets are available<br />

online at www.houstonchoral.org. The Houston Choral Society performs<br />

at The Foundry United Methodist Church, which is one of the premiere<br />

choral venues in Houston with extraordinary acoustics. It is located in<br />

northwest Houston at 8350 Jones Road, Houston, TX 77065 with easy<br />

access from Highway 290.<br />

A Night on Broadway: Saturday, March 10 th at 7:30 PM<br />

Haydn’s Lord Nelson Mass: Saturday, May 19 th at 7:30 PM<br />

Other C0mmunity Events<br />

Help Your Marriage and Others During<br />

National Marriage Week<br />

Local non-profit Shield Bearer is hosting several marriage building activities<br />

during National Marriage Week <strong>February</strong> 7-14, <strong>2018</strong>. Shield Bearer has been<br />

on the front lines strengthening marriages through counseling, marriage<br />

saving intensive experiences and workshops since 2007. Shield Bearer will<br />

host a special Life Together Forever Couples Workshop on <strong>February</strong> 10 th<br />

from 9 AM-3 PM at their central counseling office (12340 Jones Rd Suite 290)<br />

in Houston. On <strong>February</strong> 9 th from 11:30-1 PM, Shield Bearer will present a<br />

special Marriage Edition of their Hope After Harvey Workshop. Shield Bearer<br />

also offers a unique counseling experience for couples that think there is<br />

no hope for their marriage. Shield Bearer will also provide a free online<br />

marriage resource each day of National Marriage Week to followers of their<br />

online community page at facebook.com/shieldbearer.counseling. For<br />

additional details and registration for National Marriage Week activities,<br />

call 281-894-7222. For more information about Shield Bearer, a Houston<br />

based 501c3 nonprofit counseling and community resource center that<br />

serves individuals, couples and families including those recovering from<br />

the trauma of human trafficking, domestic violence, crime, abuse, war and<br />

Hurricane Harvey, visit shieldbearer.org or call 281-894-7222.<br />

Free Memoir Writing Workshop<br />

Cypress Historical Society at Cypress Top Historic Park running through<br />

<strong>February</strong> 22 nd from 10:30 AM to 12 PM. Located behind Juergen’s Hall<br />

Community Center, 26026 Hempstead Hwy., Cypress, TX 77429, phone 713-274-<br />

3188. Harris County, Precinct 3 Steve Radack, Commissioner, www.pct3.com.<br />

Spring Branch African Violet Club<br />

39 th Annual Spring Show and Sale • Judson Robinson Jr. Community Center<br />

2020 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77004<br />

Saturday, March 3, <strong>2018</strong>: Show 1-5 PM, Sale 9 AM-5 PM<br />

Sunday, March 4, <strong>2018</strong>: Show & Sale, 10 AM-3 PM<br />

Free Admission: Violets of all types such as standards, miniatures, semiminiatures<br />

and trailers will be available. Other Gesneriads such as<br />

Episcias and Streps and supplies such as potting soil, pots and fertilizers<br />

will also be featured. Club members will be available to answer general<br />

questions on growing African Violets. Free parking available at Judson<br />

Robinson Jr. Community Center. For further information, contact Karla<br />

Ross, 281-748-8417, kjwross@yahoo.com.<br />

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HOUSTON AREA EVENTS AND ROAD TRIPS<br />

FEBRUARY <strong>2018</strong><br />

<strong>February</strong> 2 nd -13 th - Mardi Gras Galveston. If you’re looking for a unique<br />

Mardi Gras experience in <strong>2018</strong>, grab some beads and hit the beach! Mardi<br />

Gras! Galveston, the third largest Mardi Gras celebration in the United<br />

States, offers the unique chance to experience sand between your<br />

toes and gorgeous beach sunsets while taking in the revelry and lavish<br />

parades known to dominate Galveston Island during carnival season.<br />

The island’s 107 th Mardi Gras celebration, is expected to draw more<br />

than 350,000 attendees for 30+ concerts, parades, balcony parties and<br />

several elegant balls. At Mardi Gras! Galveston, the extravagance found<br />

in Texas’s largest Mardi Gras celebration starts with the beads! More than<br />

3 million beads will be thrown at Mardi Gras! Galveston and that’s just<br />

the beginning of the elaborate parades, headliner performances, family<br />

events, feasting and other festivities that come with hosting Mardi Gras<br />

island style. For more information, visit www.galveston.com/mardigras/.<br />

<strong>February</strong> 7 th - The Houston RV Show is now the largest in Texas with<br />

over 600 units on display. This includes Motorhomes, Travel Trailers, Tent<br />

Campers, Fifth Wheels and Van Conversions. Recreational Vehicle related<br />

vendors representing campgrounds, resorts, parks and RV supplies. The<br />

Annual Houston RV Show will be in the NRG Center Halls C, D, E. Parking<br />

rate in the past was $12 per space, cash only. For more information, visit<br />

www.guestservices@nrgpark.com.<br />

<strong>February</strong> 8 th - Texas Monthly 2 nd Annual Whiskey Affair. A premium<br />

whiskey tasting event that will highlight up to 50 brown spirits and<br />

celebrate the whiskey lifestyle with delicious chef pairings, couture<br />

cocktails and live music provided by Doc Watkins, owner of Jazz, TX.<br />

Texas and international brown spirits makers will serve straight pours<br />

and cocktails from their portfolios with spirit seminars led by Texas<br />

Monthly Editor in Chief Tim Taliaferro and Wine & Spirits contributor<br />

Jessica Dupuy. The event will also feature up to ten award-winning chefs<br />

and mixologists serving dishes to compliment a wide array of whiskies.<br />

For more information, visit www.texasmonthly.com.<br />

<strong>February</strong> 9 th -11 th - Texas Home and Garden Spring Show. Houstons’<br />

Premier “One Stop Shopping Opportunity” for all your home & garden<br />

needs. From Windows and Doors to Ceilings and Floors over 700 experts,<br />

products, services and ideas all under one roof. Adult Tickets are<br />

$10, Seniors and Military $8 and children 14 and under free. For more<br />

information, visit www.guestservices@nrgpark.com.<br />

<strong>February</strong> 9 th -11 th - Tristar Collectors Show. Your trusted source for<br />

sports autographs, trading cards and collectibles. Tristar will be held in<br />

NRG Arena, Hall C and D. For more information, visit www.guestservices@<br />

nrgpark.com.<br />

<strong>February</strong> 17 th - <strong>2018</strong> Lunar New Year Festival. This year’s Lunar New<br />

Year Festival is from 10 AM-4 PM at the Chinese Community Center,<br />

9800 Town Park Dr., Houston 77036. Free Admission & Parking. For more<br />

information, visit www.ccchouston.org.<br />

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<strong>February</strong> 22 nd - 24 th - Houston Livestock Rodeo Cookoff. More than<br />

250 teams, led by barbecue aficionados, compete in the World’s<br />

Championship Bar-B-Que Contest. While most team tents are invitationonly,<br />

visitors can enjoy several public venues, including The Garden,<br />

Rockin’ Bar-B-Que Saloon and the Chuck Wagon. Plus, the carnival is<br />

open, for wild rides and fun games. The Miller Lite Stage at The Garden<br />

features some of the best up-and-coming and established artists in Texas<br />

country. The Rockin’ Bar-B-Que Saloon also features live and DJ music<br />

and has an outside patio for visitors to enjoy. Inside the saloon is the<br />

Chuck Wagon, where visitors can pick up their complimentary sliced beef<br />

sandwich with chips and beans.<br />

<strong>February</strong> 24 th - Rodeo Run. Run for a cause! Proceeds from the event benefit<br />

the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Educational Fund. The 2017 Rodeo<br />

Run had more than 9,500 participants in the wheelchair race, 10K race and<br />

5K fun run/walk. Since 1988, nearly $5 million has been contributed to the<br />

Rodeo. For more information, visit www.rodeohouston.com.<br />

<strong>February</strong> 24 th - Downtown Rodeo Parade at 10 AM. Every <strong>February</strong><br />

since 1938, the nation’s fourth largest city is transformed from a bustling<br />

metropolis to a down-home celebration of Western heritage. Decorative<br />

floats intermingle with thousands of men and women on horseback to fill<br />

the streets with hoof beats and marching bands. Enthusiastic Houstonians<br />

join out-of-town spectators to line the streets and sidewalks to be involved<br />

in one of Houston’s most popular celebrations! For parade route, street<br />

closures and parking information, visit www.rodeohouston.com.<br />

<strong>February</strong> 24 th - Love tribute bands? Love food trucks? Join us for the 2 nd<br />

Annual Texas Classic Rockin’ Food Truck Rally presented by Shiner<br />

Beers. Our goal is to not only be the biggest food truck rally but one of<br />

the most amazing rockin’ roll shows the Gulf Coast has ever experienced!<br />

Come out early to get your grub on with ALL YOU CAN EAT samples from<br />

all of your favorite food trucks from Noon to 3 PM, while supplies last.<br />

Vote for your favorite gourmet food truck as they compete for the Grand<br />

Champion of the Texas Classic Rockin Food Truck Rally title and all the<br />

bragging rights that come with it. Come prepared to rock! There will be<br />

an amazing lineup of bands. The event will be at the Galveston County<br />

Fairgrounds. General Admission is $20, kids under 12 are free. Bring lawn<br />

chairs and blankets for the show and no coolers are allowed. For more<br />

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

<strong>February</strong> 25 th - It’s official! The Houston Kosher Chili Cook-off is now<br />

the largest kosher food event in Houston. The 8 th Houston Kosher Chili<br />

Cook-off will be held at the ERJCC. There will be MORE cooking teams,<br />

MORE food, MORE money raised for local charities and MORE fun! At<br />

12 PM, the public is invited to sample chili, mingle, enjoy children’s<br />

activities, listen to music and simply have a great time in an outdoor,<br />

festival atmosphere. The event will conclude with the selection of the<br />

winning chili by celebrity judges. So, don’t miss this “hot” event! For<br />

more information, visit www.houstonkosherchilicookoff.com.<br />

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Sports Injury and Concussion Seminar<br />

Weekend warriors and young athletes are invited to learn about how to prevent and manage<br />

sports injuries and concussions. Board-certified doctors from Houston Methodist Orthopedics<br />

& Sports Medicine at West will present and answer your questions.<br />

Thursday, Feb. 22 | 6-7:30 p.m.<br />

YMCA at Katy Main Street<br />

1350 Main St., Katy, TX 77494<br />

To register for this free event, call 832.522.5522. Refreshments provided.<br />

Dr. Winfield Campbell<br />

Orthopedic Surgery,<br />

Sports Medicine<br />

Dr. F. Alex Schroeder<br />

Orthopedic Surgery,<br />

Sports Medicine<br />

Dr. P. Timothy Sprockel<br />

Primary Care Sports Medicine,<br />

Concussion Management<br />

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Church Events<br />

Easter Services, etc...<br />

Cornerstone UMC<br />

ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE<br />

18081 West Road, 281-859-4141, cornerstoneumc.org<br />

Ash Wednesday is the first day of the Season of Lent occurring forty<br />

days (excluding Sundays) before Good Friday. It is traditionally a time<br />

for worshippers to gather together with penitent hearts to have their<br />

foreheads marked with a cross of ashes in an act of penance and contrition<br />

before the Lord. On Wednesday evening, <strong>February</strong> 14 th at 7 PM. we will<br />

be having an Ash Wednesday worship celebration. This service will include<br />

the marking of ashes on each worshippers head followed by a quiet time of<br />

reflection at the altar. In addition, as we do each Ash Wednesday service,<br />

there will be something “extra special” to illustrate God’s forgiveness of<br />

our sins. Special music will be provided by the Chancel Choir. This will be a<br />

meaningful service and everyone is invited to attend.<br />

St. Cuthbert Church<br />

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER<br />

You are invited to St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church’s Shrove Tuesday<br />

Pancake Supper on <strong>February</strong> 13 th from 5:30-7 PM. We will eat pancakes<br />

and play bingo! Shrove Tuesday originated during the Middle Ages. Food<br />

items like meats, fats, eggs, milk and fish were regarded as restricted<br />

during Lent. To keep such food from being wasted, many families would<br />

have big feasts on Shrove Tuesday. The English tradition of eating<br />

pancakes on Shrove Tuesday came about as a way to use as much milk,<br />

fats and eggs as possible before Ash Wednesday began. In France, the<br />

consumption of all fats and fatty foods on this day coined the name “Fat<br />

Tuesday” or Mardi Gras.<br />

ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICES<br />

You are also invited to the Ash Wednesday services at St. Cuthbert<br />

Episcopal church on <strong>February</strong> 14 th at 6:30 AM, 4:30 PM and 7 PM. All<br />

services have Holy Communion and the imposition of ashes. The 4:30 PM<br />

service is designed for children and their families. Ash Wednesday marks<br />

the beginning of the season of Lent, which is dedicated to reflection,<br />

prayer and fasting in preparation for Easter.<br />

LENTEN PROGRAM: NAVIGATING EMOTIONAL WELLNESS<br />

Everyone is invited to the Lenten program: Navigating Emotional<br />

Wellness, which will meet on Wednesday evenings beginning <strong>February</strong><br />

21 st , from 6:30-7:30 at St. Cuthbert Church. We all experience the full<br />

range of emotions - happiness, frustration, fear, anger, joy, sadness, awe,<br />

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peace - emotions that are given to us by God. As our city recovers from<br />

the trauma of Harvey, many of us have felt these emotions in new ways.<br />

Scripture is filled with emotion, both God’s emotions as well as those of<br />

His people. Our emotions influence our lives as they inform, motivate<br />

and guide us in what we do or don’t do, say or don’t say and react or not.<br />

Being intentionally aware of our emotions and navigating our reaction to<br />

them will benefit every aspect of our lives. Come be a part of this Lenten<br />

study as we prepare ourselves to meet the risen Christ. Younger children<br />

will explore the movie Inside Out. This movie centers around an 11-year<br />

old girl and her emotions as her family makes a cross-country move. The<br />

nursery will be open if requested. St. Cuthbert Church is located at 17020<br />

West Road, at the corner of West and Queenston. Visit stcuthbert.org for<br />

more information about all of our events.<br />

The Family of Faith Lutheran<br />

The Family of Faith Lutheran Church, 16710 FM 529 Road, Houston, Texas<br />

77095. For more information, please call the church office at 281-855-<br />

2950. You may also visit our website at www.tfof.org.<br />

YOUTH PROGRAM DEEP FRY’D at the FOF for youth, is sponsoring a<br />

monthly movie night where we have some dinner, watch a movie and<br />

then discuss the movie and how it relates to our lives and God. Friends<br />

are always welcome. Cost is $3 to help cover dinner.<br />

Middle School: <strong>February</strong> 9, <strong>2018</strong><br />

High School: <strong>February</strong> 23, <strong>2018</strong><br />

FAMILY DANCE NIGHT<br />

<strong>February</strong> 16, <strong>2018</strong> for all ages and all family members.<br />

Copperfield Church<br />

8350 Highway 6 North #C-8 (behind Wings ‘N More)<br />

Free English Class Mondays through May 22, <strong>2018</strong>, 9-11 AM & 7-9 PM<br />

Contact-Jan Garza 832-443-4248, jan.garza@comcast.net<br />

You must be 18 or older. (NO baby-sitting provided). Join us any week!<br />

¡Gratis! Clases De Ingles para Adultos<br />

los lunes, el 12 de Septiembre-el 22 de Mayo, 9-11 AM Y 7-9 PM<br />

(Puede empezar cualquier semana)<br />

Copperfield Church, 8350 Highway 6 North #C-8 (detrás de Wings ‘N More)<br />

Contacto: Jan Garza 832-443-4248 o jan.garza@comcast.net<br />

Tiene que tener 18 años o más. No hay servicios de niñera.<br />

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LỚp HỌC TIẾNG anh MIỂN phi<br />

Các ngày THỨ HAI, Ngày 12 tháng 9/2016-Ngày 22 tháng 5/<strong>2018</strong>, từ 9-11<br />

sáng & 7-9 chieu’<br />

Tại nhà Thờ Copperfield, 8350 Highway 6 North #C-8 (ở sau Wings ‘N More)<br />

Xin liên lạc Jan Garza 832-443-4248 Jan.garza@comcast.net<br />

Phải từ 18 tuổi trở lên. (Không cung cấp giữ trẻ)<br />

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton<br />

Schola Cantorum<br />

Do you want your children to become lifelong servants of the Church?<br />

Singing in a children’s choir is a great way to help that. The St. Elizabeth Ann<br />

Seton Schola Cantorum is currently accepting children Grades 4-12 for its<br />

after-school choir program. The choir is responsible for enriching the Mass<br />

on 10:30 on Sundays and rehearses every Wednesday from 3:45-5 PM.<br />

Unique in the area, the choir focuses on singing music from the rich Catholic<br />

tradition, including chant and polyphony, as well as the finest modern<br />

church music. Time is devoted to building the children’s skills of music<br />

reading, vocal technique, thinking about the words and the structure and<br />

meaning of the Mass. Service hours are available for older students. For more<br />

information, please contact Dr. Douglas O’Neill at doneill@seascs.org.<br />

Prince of Peace Lutheran<br />

A WELS Community<br />

What’s happening at P. O. P.?<br />

1 st Sunday of every month: Birthday and Anniversary Sunday - come<br />

share fun food treats and Fellowship with our birthday and anniversary<br />

Members after Service in the Church reception area.<br />

Sundays, 11:30 AM: Choir practice, come listen - better yet, join!<br />

Wednesdays, 10:30 AM: preschool Chapel-for the children in our<br />

preschool ages 3 to 5<br />

Fridays, 5 PM: Catechism for member children in 6 th -8 th grade<br />

Last Sunday of each month: Coffee and Conversation with Pastor<br />

Semro: 9 AM - meet him and enjoy a nice casual chat about any ole thing.<br />

www.popcopperfield.org • 281-859-0800<br />

Adult English Classes At<br />

English <strong>Gate</strong>way<br />

English <strong>Gate</strong>way is a program designed to teach conversational English.<br />

The vision and desire of English <strong>Gate</strong>way is to assist international<br />

families in learning and improving English skills to help them live and be<br />

successful here in the United States. We offer 6 different levels and have<br />

open registration throughout the CFISD school year. Childcare is available<br />

for free for pre-school children as long as they are registered beforehand.<br />

How much does it cost? There is a one-time fee of $20 for the books;<br />

classes are free.<br />

Where does English <strong>Gate</strong>way meet? We meet at Bayou City Fellowship,<br />

12715 Telge Rd., Cypress, TX 77429.<br />

When does English <strong>Gate</strong>way meet? We offer two options: Thursday<br />

mornings, 9:30-11:30 AM, Thursday evenings, 6:30-8:30 PM.<br />

What are the starting dates for English <strong>Gate</strong>way?<br />

Student Registration: 9:30-11:30 AM or 6:30-8:30 PM<br />

For more information, please contact the English <strong>Gate</strong>way Program<br />

Coordinator: esl@bayoucityfellowship.com.<br />

St. Cuthbert Youth Group<br />

The St. Cuthbert Youth Group is a community of youth and adult volunteers<br />

who encourage and support each other in life and in faith. All students<br />

in grades six through twelve are welcome to be part of the Youth Group,<br />

DYNAMIC POWER WASHING & LAWN CARE<br />

Ask for Kyle - Owner<br />

Discover the Hidden Gem of Cypress<br />

Household Donations Accepted & Appreciated - tax receipts given<br />

Our Donation Center is now located at 11302 Huffmeister<br />

(in the strip center across Fleur De Lis)<br />

Take<br />

20%<br />

off one regular<br />

priced item.<br />

Coupon valid thru<br />

<strong>February</strong> 28, <strong>2018</strong><br />

Reg. Priced Merchandise Only. Cannot be combined<br />

with any other discounts or coupons.<br />

RESIDENTIAL<br />

• Restore & Preserve Decks<br />

• Mold & Mildew Removal<br />

• Graffiti Removal<br />

• <strong>Stone</strong>, Stucco, Brick, Siding<br />

• Decks & Fences • Patios<br />

• Chimneys<br />

• High & Low Pressure<br />

Free<br />

Estimates<br />

832-922-1967<br />

“If It Has A Dirty Surface, We Can Clean It”<br />

Benefiting Cypress Assistance Ministries<br />

• Furniture • Home Decor<br />

Award<br />

Winning<br />

RESALE<br />

SHOP<br />

• Designer clothes and accessories<br />

• Toys...and more at dazzling prices!<br />

11202 Huffmeister 281-955-7683 www.cypressassistance.org<br />

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which offers a wide range of gatherings and events created to provide a fun<br />

opportunity for learning and growth. The Youth Group meets on Sundays<br />

from 4-6 PM for fun, Bible Study and fellowship and on Wednesdays from<br />

6:30-8 PM for dinner and Bible study. For more information, contact Kim<br />

Houghton at stcyouth@stcuthbert.org. St. Cuthbert is located at 17020<br />

West Road at Queenston. Visit stcuthbert.org for more information.<br />

Cornerstone Orthodox<br />

Presbyterian Church<br />

www.csopc.org - Ladies, please join us for an in-depth study of 1 Peter!<br />

We meet at a house in Bear Creek, Monday nights at 7 PM. Stay after<br />

for dessert and fellowship. Contact Melissa at mhaley@csopc.org or 713-<br />

899-5745 for more information.<br />

Canyon Lakes West Community<br />

Church Bible Study<br />

Neighbors of the community gather to meet and greet, share in the<br />

word and fellowship Wednesdays at 7 PM at the Richard & Meg Weekly<br />

Community Center 8440 Greenhouse Rd. Visit www.cypresstxchurch.org<br />

or call 713-302-7325 for more information.<br />

Christ Covenant Church<br />

Ladies Bible Study<br />

The women’s ministry of CCC invites you to join them this Fall as they<br />

begin a 7 week video study by Priscilla Shirer. “The Armor of God” Bible<br />

study is every Tuesday morning, at 9:30 AM. NO Child Care provided.<br />

A book fee does apply. Please join us at Christ Covenant Church, 17000<br />

Longenbaugh, Houston, TX, 77095, 281-463-6600. To register for the<br />

series, please go to www.christcov.net.<br />

The Family of Faith Lutheran<br />

BIBLE STUDY: Each Sunday morning at 8:30 AM and 11 AM, adult<br />

students of the Bible investigate a new book of the Bible. All are invited.<br />

THE EARLY BIRD BIBLE STUDY - The community is invited to join every<br />

Wednesday morning at 6:30 AM at Panera Bread (at 6 and FM 529).<br />

OXYGEN HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH - Sundays after 10 AM service. Join us<br />

upstairs in the movie room where we watch music videos, video clips,<br />

skits and other media then relate it to God and your life.<br />

Tuesday Evening Ladies'<br />

Bible Study at Living Word<br />

Lutheran Church<br />

The Tuesday Evening Ladies’ Bible Study at Living Word Lutheran<br />

Church is informal, but with an emphasis on the Word of God. We invite<br />

you to join us. Weekly attendance is not mandatory. Come with your<br />

Bible when you are able to and please invite your friends and neighbors<br />

for some great study, sharing and fellowship. The group meets from 7 to<br />

8:30 PM on Tuesday evenings in the Micah Room in the Administrative<br />

Building. Living Word is located at 3700 S Mason Road in Katy (the corner<br />

of Mason Road and Westheimer Parkway).<br />

A private Facebook page will be used to communicate information and<br />

facilitate discussion. If you would like to be added to the group, please<br />

email Selina at selinapon@gmail.com with your preferred email and<br />

phone number.<br />

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St. Cuthbert Bible Studies<br />

Located at 17020 West Road, Houston, 77095, at the corner of West Road<br />

and Queenston. Website at stcuthbert.org.<br />

ST. C SENIORS - The St. C Seniors are a great group of fun loving people!<br />

The group meets for Bible study and good-natured discussion every<br />

Thursday afternoon at 1 PM and have a monthly luncheon every third<br />

Thursday. All are welcome; you don’t have to be a senior citizen to<br />

attend. Contact Sally Mahon at sally@stcuthbert.org for more info.<br />

MINISTRY OF MOTHERHOOD (MOMS) - If you are about to be a mother, a<br />

mother of preschoolers, a mother of high school students or anywhere in<br />

between, you are invited to St. Cuthbert Church’s Ministry of Motherhood<br />

(MOMs) for Beth Moore’s DVD-based Bible study David: Seeking a Heart<br />

Like His. The group meets every Monday from 9:10-11:30 AM and the<br />

study begins on Monday, September 11 th . The study guide is available<br />

for $16 and scholarships are available. Childcare is provided at no charge.<br />

For more info, contact Beth Micek at myc@stcuthbert.org.<br />

Prince Of Peace Lutheran<br />

Church - Bible Studies<br />

9 AM Sundays: Adult Bible Study in Fellowship Hall - Learn the History<br />

that goes along with The Word. Grow in faith and Godly living.<br />

9 AM Sundays: 1 st & 3 rd Sunday of each month - Teen Bible Study<br />

Bear Creek Baptist Church<br />

Single Moms Bible Study<br />

The Single Moms class at Bear Creek Church invites you to come join<br />

us as we study the Bible, share and pray for each other and have great<br />

times of fellowship. Our Bible Study enables us to embrace our lives as<br />

single women and moms and overcome the challenges that arise as we<br />

manage our homes, work and friendships.<br />

We are beginning a new study series that addresses our view of WORK.<br />

Whether you are a stay at home mom or a mom that works outside<br />

the home, work reaches all of us. The group meets Sunday mornings<br />

at 11 AM in Room ED101 at Bear Creek Baptist Church located at 5901<br />

N. Fry Road, Katy, TX 77449. (at W. Little York intersection). Ministry<br />

opportunities are also available for your children, preschool through<br />

high school. For more information, please call or text Frances at 713-542-<br />

7062 or Averil at 832-573-9684.<br />

Cornerstone UMC Bible Studies<br />

18081 West Road, 281-859-4141, cornerstoneumc.org<br />

TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY - Starting January 16 th , the Tuesday<br />

Morning Bible Study will start a thirteen session study “Meeting Jesus.”<br />

Using Leighton Ford’s study guide “Meeting Jesus,” we will be taking a<br />

fresh look at the Son of God. Using the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke<br />

and John, we will be examining our relationship with Jesus and gain<br />

a better understanding of His relevance for us in today’s world. There<br />

is no cost for the study. Each week you will receive a printed scripture<br />

reference sheet and the following week’s discussion questions. A<br />

schedule of meeting times will also be provided. We meet at 10 AM in the<br />

worship center. If you require a nursery to attend the study, please call<br />

the church office (281-859-4141) Monday through Thursday, 8 AM- 4 PM<br />

and ask for Linda.<br />

BOOK OF REVELATION BIBLE STUDY - You are invited to join us at<br />

Cornerstone United Methodist Church for a thirteen week study on the<br />

New Testament book of Revelation at 7-8:15 PM on Tuesdays beginning<br />

September 12 th and ending on December 12 th . We will skip the week of<br />

Thanksgiving. You will need your Bible and the study book. You may register<br />

at the church office, Monday-Thursday from 9 AM-2 PM for $10 (cost of the<br />

book) or you may sign up in the church lobby on Sunday mornings.<br />

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Copperfield Church<br />

Senior Adults<br />

GAME DAY - The first Friday of the month - 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM<br />

BIBLE STUDY - Wednesday - 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM<br />

DAY TRIPS - Monthly - Schedule differs. For more info., www.<br />

copperfieldchurch.com or call 281-856-2273.<br />

WALKING GROUP (aka Holy Strollers) - 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM, Monday,<br />

Wednesday and Friday.<br />

Come join our group! We are an active, fun-loving bunch. Once you come<br />

for a visit and get to know us, you’ll want to be a part of our Senior Adult<br />

Group. You do not have to be a member of Copperfield Church to be a<br />

part of our Senior Adult Group.<br />

Bear Creek UMC<br />

Attn: Caregivers of Elderly Persons<br />

Did you know that on the second Friday of each month Bear Creek<br />

United Methodist Church provides a caring, Christian atmosphere for<br />

your loved one? The program, scheduled from 10 AM to 1:30 PM. This<br />

gathering provides free time for caregivers and includes crafts, chair<br />

exercises, word games, entertainment, lunch and more. Caregivers<br />

are also welcome to stay and join the fun. For more information or to<br />

register, please call the church office at 281-463-2330. Bear Creek United<br />

Methodist Church is located at 16000 Rippling Water Drive, near North<br />

Hwy. 6 and Kieth Harrow.<br />

Epiphany Bingo<br />

Epiphany Bingo has been conducting bingo games on the west side since<br />

<strong>February</strong> 14, 1986. Epiphany conducts their bingo games every Friday night<br />

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

GAMES. They have a jackpot game of $750. Maximum prize giveaways<br />

of $2,500, allowed by law, are given away every Bingo Night! They<br />

have security, lighted parking, big screen color monitor, computerized<br />

bingo equipment, snack bar and large cash prizes. Profits are used for<br />

charitable outreach programs, building expansion, and payment towards<br />

debt. Epiphany Catholic Church conducts its bingo games at the Church<br />

Community Center, 1530 Norwalk Dr. (between Fry and Mason Roads,<br />

south of I-10 behind Nottingham Subdivision) off Highland Knolls every<br />

Friday night. Early bird games begin at 7:30 PM and regular games at 8:00<br />

PM. For more information, call the bingo hall number 281-578-3905. During<br />

Bingo nights, you may also call the Community Center number, 281-578-<br />

5078. Come, have some fun, bring your friends and neighbors, win some<br />

money and make some new friends.<br />

St. Bartholomew The Apostle<br />

Catholic Church Bingo<br />

At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown Katy, “BINGO” is<br />

being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except Holidays. Doors<br />

open at 7:00 PM, games start at 7:15 PM with four Early Bird games. Regular<br />

games start at 7:30 PM. Maximum Prizes given away every evening of $2,500.<br />

Governed by the state of Texas. They have the most modern computerized<br />

BINGO equipment for verifying winnings, along with TV monitors for your<br />

viewing pleasure. The snack bar is maintained by the KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS<br />

6950, with a variety of food and snacks with soft drinks. All profits will benefit<br />

community outreach and Religious Education programs, to better serve the<br />

community. The Church is located in downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You<br />

can get to the church if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right<br />

at the light, go to the second stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left<br />

and the Church Hall will be on your right one block down. Please call for more<br />

details to 281-391-4758. Please come play and win. We can accommodate<br />

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Cypress Assistance Ministries<br />

Volunteers Needed<br />

When you volunteer you are giving to your community, but did you<br />

realize volunteering also benefits you as an individual? CAM volunteers<br />

often let us know the fun they are having, the friends they have made and<br />

the fulfillment they receive from helping others.<br />

Cypress Assistance Ministries is a local non-profit organization serving<br />

the Cy-Fair area for over 25 years. CAM offers assistance to those in<br />

need by providing financial assistance, food, clothing, employment<br />

assistance as well as GED & ESL classes. A huge part of this organization<br />

is its volunteers. Currently we are in need of volunteers in many different<br />

areas of the ministry. If you would like more information on how to<br />

become involved, please contact Tara Rauch at 281-955-7684 or tarar@<br />

cypressassistance.org. We look forward to hearing from you!<br />

For a description of the services provided at Cypress Assistance<br />

Ministries, Food Pantry requests and a detailed description of volunteer<br />

opportunities, please see our website, www.cypressassistance.org.<br />

Inspiring Hands<br />

Founded in 2014, Inspiring HANDS, Inc. is a charitable non-profit<br />

organization that extends a hand directly to improve the lives of others in<br />

need and motivates partnerships within the community to do the same.<br />

We are operated solely by volunteers and fully funded by donations.<br />

Your participation is vital to the success of our programs. 100% of the<br />

proceeds remain in the community to provide direct help to individuals<br />

with immediate and special needs. Through our 501(c) 3 status all<br />

donations are tax deductible. For more information visit us at www.<br />

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Enjoy a rewarding volunteer experience with wildlife. Texas Wildlife<br />

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native Texas wildlife. Volunteers are welcome in the areas of assisting<br />

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programs and wildlife rehabilitation. Located at 10801 Hammerly, Suite<br />

200, the facility is open seven days a week to help wildlife in need. TWRC<br />

has a mentor program in place to assist volunteers with “hands on”<br />

training for those interested in becoming permitted rehabilitators. We<br />

invite you to join our organization in saving Texas wildlife - one animal at<br />

a time. Call the center at 713-468-8972 x158 for more information or visit<br />

us at www.twrcwildlifecenter.org.<br />

Memorial Hermann Cypress<br />

Hospital Seeking Volunteers<br />

Memorial Hermann Health System recognizes the vital importance of<br />

volunteers and the newly opened Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital<br />

is no different. The hospital is now taking applications for its volunteer<br />

program. Volunteer tasks range from working at the front desk, to<br />

nursing unit assistance, helping discharge patients and much more.<br />

Dozens of volunteers have already joined the program, but there are<br />

more spots available. Four-hour volunteer shifts are available seven days<br />

a week from 5 AM to 9 PM. Adults are asked to complete an application<br />

and schedule an interview with the volunteer coordinator. Learn more<br />

about volunteering at Memorial Hermann Cypress by visiting www.<br />

memorialhermann.org/locations/cypress/volunteer-at-memorialhermann-cypress-hospital/.<br />

Cypress Fairbanks Medical<br />

Center Hospital Volunteer<br />

Auxiliary<br />

Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary, 10655<br />

Steepletop Drive, is in need of additional volunteers. They have a great<br />

need for volunteers to work at the information desk. If interested, please<br />

contact the hospital at 281-897-3186 and ask for the manager.<br />

Standup For Kids<br />

StandUp For Kids is an all volunteer organization. We are in need of your<br />

support. For those who want to get involved in outreach, StandUp For<br />

Kids provides training to provide you the tools to reach out and make<br />

a difference in kids’ lives. Thirteen kids die on the street everyday, from<br />

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to you, it can save a kid’s life. You can find more information about our<br />

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2 egg yolks<br />

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1 sprig chopped fresh parsley<br />

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Remove chicken breasts from the broth and set aside to cool, reserving<br />

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Whisk egg yolks in a bowl until smooth. Beat 1 tablespoon of the warm<br />

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Season with salt and black pepper to taste.<br />

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine in<br />

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