Fulshear March 2018

FServing Fulbrook, Fulbrook on Fulshear Creek & Weston Lakes
SpringBreak
March 12th - 16th
March 2018
Important Numbers... 3
Sports... 4
Community Events... 6
Houston Area Events... 12
Fulshear/Simonton Library... 13
Volunteer Opportunities... 15
Fort Bend County Info... 20
Gardening Tips... 22
Teenage Job Seekers... 22
Featured Recipe... 23
Fulshear Community Newsletter | March 2018 1

FULSHEAR IMPORTANT NUMBERS
FULBROOK & WESTON LAKES
KPM Management 281-685-3090
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Poison Control 1-800-222-1222
Animal Control 281-342-1512
Children’s Protective Svs 713-394-4000
Missing Persons (Juvenile) 800-843-5678
Fort Bend Women’s Center 281-342-4357
Reliant Energy 713-207-7777
Centerpoint Energy 713-659-2111
Power Outage 713-207-2222
www.centerpointenergy.com/outage
Royal Disposal 713-526-1536
AT&T 800-288-2747
Metro 713-635-4000
City of Fulshear 281-346-1796
City Inspections & Building Permits 281-346-8860
Fort Bend Tax Office 281-341-3710
Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce 832-600-3221
Katy Chamber of Commerce 281-342-5464
City of Fulshear City Hall 281-346-1796
County Courthouse 281-341-4515
SECURITY
Emergency (Police, Fire & Ambulance) 911
Fulshear Police Department 281-346-2202
Fort Bend County Sherriff 281-341-4666
Precinct 3 Constable’s Patrol 281-491-7226
Fulshear-Simonton Fire Department 281-346-2800
30626 5th St, Fulshear, TX 77441
HOSPITALS
Oakbend Medical Center 281-341-3000
Methodist West Hospital 832-522-1000
Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital 281-644-7000
Texas Children’s Hopital: West Campus 832-227-1000
SCHOOLS
Lamar Consolidated ISD
www.lcisd.org
Huggins Elementary 832-223-1600
Leaman Middle School 832-223-5200
Fulshear High School 832-223-5000
Foster High School 832-223-3800
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PREPARE FOR TAX SEASON 2018
Here are 10 ways to get a jump start on your taxes now:
• Figure out which forms you’ll need: There are many different tax
forms for different financial situations. If you’re unsure which tax
form to use, visit the IRS’s website or consult a professional.
• Keep all receipts in the same place: If you’re someone who itemizes
deductions, it is important to store all of your receipts together in
the same place. If you lose any, it could cost you.
• Store all tax returns together: Since we often have to reference the
previous year’s return when preparing the current one, it’s a good
idea to make sure you store them all in the same place.
• Review/revise your W-4: If you’ve experienced any life changes
from the previous year (adding or losing any family members), ask
your employer if you can review your W-4. The IRS recommends
doing this every year.
• Do your research: If you plan to do your taxes on your own, make
sure you educate yourself about the deductions you’re entitled to.
If you plan to hire someone, check around and make sure they’re
reputable.
• Save your money: Unless you fill out the 1040EZ form and mail it in
yourself, it’s going to cost you money to file your taxes.
• Check your deductions: If you’ve had any major life events this
year, you may be entitled to some sizable deductions. It’s a good
idea to research all possible deductions to avoid overpaying your
taxes.
• Track all charitable donations: Charitable donations are taxdeductible,
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Sports
SPRING SOCCER SIGN UPS - KATY/FULSHEAR/WEST
HOUSTON/SPRING BRANCH/WESTPARK BELTWAY
REGISTRATION - NOW OPEN!
Registration for Fun, Fair, Positive Soccer (FFPS) is open for boys and girls
ages 4 to 18 for the SPRING Season. Games start on April 7, 2018. FFPS is
a non-profit youth soccer program dedicated to providing a positive youth
sports experience for all children. Founded in 1986 in Katy, Texas, FFPS has
grown to 22 leagues and 16,000 players throughout the Greater Houston
area. FFPS offers children a fun and fair experience, including one practice
per week, a full uniform and trophy for every player, equal playing time
and play every position, co-ed/balanced teams, positive coaching and
more. No tryouts are required.
Online Registration schedule and fees (sign up early and save):
Through Feb. 6 th : $114
Feb. 7 th through March 6 th : $119
March 7 th through March 20 th : $124
March 21 st through Full: $129
Go to www.FFPS.org to sign up. Registration fee includes a full uniform
(jersey, shorts and socks), trophy, trained positive coaches, nice fields and
background checks on all volunteers.
Coaches will call players to schedule practice by April 3 rd . Practice times
and location will be determined by the coach and team. The schedule
includes eight games, played locally on Saturdays, April 7 th to May 26 th .
Our Katy league plays at George Bush Park - FFPS Soccer Complex (20150
Westheimer Parkway). Our Fulshear League plays at Huggins Elementary
(No. 1 Huggins Dr). Our West Houston League plays at Westside High
School (14201 Briar Forest). Our Westpark/Beltway League plays at Quillian
Center (10570 Westpark Dr). Our Spring Branch/Memorial League plays at
St. Andrew Lutheran Church (1353 Witte Rd).
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WEST HOUSTON RUGBY CLUB
West Houston Rugby Club offers excellent opportunities for players of
all ages from minis to adults to participate in one of America’s fastest
growing sports. Our coaches are fully accredited with USA Rugby and
include former European premiership players. We are a not for profit club
with a mission to provide outstanding club management, a fun social
environment and the feeling of a rugby family. Registration is now open
for the 2018 season at www.westhoustonrugby.com. Enquiries may be
sent to info@westhoustonrugby.com. Come and join the fastest growing
club in Houston!
KATY RUGBY CLUB
Want to learn the newest Olympic Sport - Rugby? All ages welcome - boys
& girls, Training every Sunday 2-4 PM at Cinco Ranch High School, For
more information, please visit www.katyrugbyclub.com.
NETBALL CLUBS
Katy Swifts Netball Club invites people to come and learn about netball
and have some fun playing a great team sport. Open to everyone from
eight years and up including adults. Contact katynetball@netballamerica
for further information. Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men
and youth to join in, play and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British
School of Houston. Contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for
further information. You can also “like” the Texas Netball Association on
Facebook to see regular announcements about netball in the Lonestar
State! Also visit netballamerica.com for general information about netball
in America.
VOLLEYBALL
Please contact Dean at volleyballkaty@yahoo.com if you are interested in
playing volleyball. You must be at least 18 years old and be able to play at
intermediate level. We play at different locations in and around Katy area.
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KATY AREA RUNNING CLUB
The Katy Area Running Club is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation which exists
to serve people living in and around Katy, Texas who have an interest in
running. We are a community of people of all ages, backgrounds, heritages
and abilities who share a common interest - running! Our focus is on group
runs, having fun, socializing and sharing our knowledge and experience
with our members and the public. We welcome all who are interested in
joining us. We have a full calendar of runs, events and socials. We hold
group runs every Saturday morning at the Sergeant Hatch Sports Park
off the south I-10 feeder road just east of Barker Cypress Rd. On Tuesdays
(5 AM and 6:30 PM) we meet at the Cinco Ranch Junior High Track for
speedwork and on Thursday (6:30 PM) we meet at Crosspoint Community
Church for tempo runs of various distances and paces. To find out more
and to join our club, visit www.KatyAreaRunningClub.com.
TRACK HOUSTON YOUTH TRACK CLUB
Track Houston is the nation’s largest and most successful youth track and
field organization. Our goal is to assist interested boys and girls ages 6 to18
years old in improving their physical fitness and mental stamina. We have
multiple practice sites in the Greater Houston area including McMeans
Junior High School in Katy and Cypress Lakes High School in Cypress. Visit
www.trackhouston.com to register for a location near you.
KATY CANOE & KAYAK CLUB (KC/KC)
Established March of 2014 (Over 200 Members). Never paddled before,
that’s okay too! We don’t own a store, don’t purchase anything yet! Join
our meetings and we can answer your questions and/or assist you in
trying out new gear and equipment. KC/KC is a non-profit organization
with major Sponsors. Must be at least 21 years of age to join. LIFE VEST/
PFD IS A MUST!!!!
We meet every 3 rd Wednesday of each month at 24638 Kingsland Blvd.,
Katy TX 77494 (Manta Ray Enterprises, Inc.), 7-9 PM. For more information,
call Philip at 713-826-5705 or 281-782-7252. “Remember-Think Safe,
Paddle Safe”
WOMEN’S FLAT TRACK ROLLER DERBY
Southwest Houston’s own brand new women’s flat track roller derby
team is now forming. This isn’t the old school roller derby you’ve seen in
the past. We train derby athletes to compete according to the rules and
guidelines set forth by WFTDA, the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association.
We are actively recruiting skaters, referees and volunteers. Skaters must
be female and 18 or older. Referees and volunteers must be 18 or older.
Email us at yellowrosederbygirls@yahoo.com for more information. You
can also find us at www.yellowrosederbygirls.com and on Facebook. Join
up now to become an integral part in founding and building our league.
KATY CAVALIER LACROSSE CLUB
The Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club invites you to come and see what Lacrosse
is all about. Join us as we continue to bring one of the fastest growing
team sports in the United States to the youth of Katy. Katy Cavalier
Lacrosse Club offers lacrosse for boys and girls from Kindergarten thru
High School. No experience needed. For more information visit our
website, www.katycavalierlacrosse.org. Did you play Lacrosse in college,
coached lacrosse or just love the sport? We are looking for Coaches for
boys and girls. Please contact us for more information if you would like to
volunteer and be a part of the Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club, 281-942-8822.
WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE
Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite you
to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our purpose
is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun while
improving golfing skills. For more information, contact the Pro Shop at
Cinco Ranch, 281-395-4653.
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Community
Events
Daylight Savings Time Begins
Sunday, March 11th
Walks & Runs
Craft Shows & Festivals
LOCAL CHARITIES HOST 2 ND ANNUAL
KATY COLOR RUN
The 2 nd annual Katy Color Run will be held Saturday, April
7 th at Kingsland Baptist Church. The color-filled run will
consist of a 5K run and a 1K kids’ dash. The community
event will also feature entertainment, food trucks and
vendors and a kids’ fun zone. Proceeds from the run will
benefit local nonprofit organizations: Christ Clinic, Clothed
by Faith, Compassion Katy, Hope Impacts and Katy
Christian Ministries. The Ballard Foundation is the title
sponsor of the event.
The benefiting nonprofits provided thousands of people
with medical, food, clothing and shelter needs after
Hurricane Harvey. Christ Clinic offers medical care to
uninsured and underinsured patients. Clothed by Faith
gives gently used clothing to thousands of Katy area
residents in need. Compassion Katy’s connects churches,
businesses and nonprofits to provide solutions to meet the
needs of the community. Hope Impacts imparts hope to
homeless and under resourced people in the Katy area by
connecting them to services and resources. Katy Christian
Ministries offers food and emergency financial assistance
to those in need and also offers many other resources to
the community including a domestic abuse center and a
resale store.
For more information and to register to run please visit:
https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/Katy/KatyColorRun5K.
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2 ND ANNUAL KATY TASTE FEST
www.KatyTasteFest.com
Katy Taste Fest, the city’s first festival for foodies will again be held at Villagio Town
Center March 24, 2018, 11 AM-2 PM. The festival celebrates all things food from some
of the best Katy restaurants. It is a foodies’ paradise with emphasis on food, family and
fun. The festival will focus on celebrating the diversity of the local restaurant scene with
bites from 30 local restaurants, cooking demonstrations, beer/wine, a large kids zone,
live entertainment and a silent auction. Fun for the whole family! Our inaugural event
was a HUGE success with more than 800 attendees and raised more than $13,000 for our
local non-profit partners. We aim to exceed that number in 2018!
NEW: This year’s event will feature a VIP Jazz Brunch: This is an opportunity to discover
your new go-to favorites while savoring comfort foods you’ve loved for years. We have
something for everyone from adults to kids. Katy Taste Fest has partnered with several
local nonprofits that focus on abused, neglected and abandoned children including
Katy Cares, Krause Children’s Center and Armor of Hope Foundation. Details and ticket
information will be available on www.KatyTasteFest.com.
About Katy Taste Fest: Katy Taste Fest aspires to turn tasters into diners. The festival
explores the city’s diverse dining scene by sampling tastes from local restaurants.
Attendees can enjoy cooking demonstrations, live entertainment, a silent auction and
family-friendly activities for food lovers of all ages. Katy Taste Fest supports several local
charities that focus on vulnerable children, including Katy Cares, ZOE, Krause Children’s
Center, Helping Kids Ministry and Armor of Hope Foundation.
CALL FOR ARTISTS: BAYOU CITY ART FESTIVAL MEMORIAL PARK 2018
Bayou City Art Festival, produced by Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA), is inviting artists
from around the country to submit applications and have the opportunity to showcase their
art at the nation’s premier spring outdoor fine art event Friday-Sunday, March 23-25, 2018.
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ACA produces Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park in the spring and
Bayou City Art Festival Downtown in the fall. Now entering its 47 th
year, ACA has provided a venue for over 20,000 artists to showcase
their work to thousands of art lovers from all over the world. Patrons
have the opportunity to personally meet the artist, view original
works and purchase world class art. The festival benefits local
non-profits and features music, food, beverages, entertainment,
a Children’s Creative Zone and much more for people of all ages to
come and enjoy the city and the festival.
Twice a year, over 1,000 qualified applicants from 19 different
disciples submit their applications to be reviewed by the ACA jurors.
For each festival, a new juror panel is invited and consists of artists,
collectors and industry professionals. The panel of five to seven
jurors are selected based on their specific interests, professional
knowledge and background with the festival. Only 300 artists will
be selected to exhibit at the 2018 Bayou City Art Festival Memorial
Park. Cash Prizes are awarded for “Best in Show,” second and third,
as selected by on-site judges. Ribbons are awarded for “Best Booth”
and all winners receive jury exempt status for two years as well as
priority booth placement.
Volunteer and sponsorship opportunities are available. For more
information, please visit www.artcolonyassociation.org. For updates
on social media, follow the official event hashtags #HouArtFest and
#BCAF, like the Facebook page or follow on Twitter and Instagram.
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Fundraisers
6 TH ANNUAL “STRIKE OUT” AUTISM 2018
April 29, 2018, 11:00 AM-5:00 PM
www.hopeforthree.org
An exciting family fun day providing focused on educating and
empowering others about the leading developmental disabiliy in
the United States - autism. 7,500 fans and supporters, Hope For
Three, County Judge Bob Hebert, all 18 City Mayors, 300 volunteers
and the Sugar Land Skeeters, host over 400 family members from
the autism community to a day full of friendship and baseball.
Volunteers “buddy” up with a child prior to the game for play time on the field or
in the playground area. During this time, parents and caregivers enjoy a social
hour in the company of other adults at the Bud Light Pavilion; a rare occasion
for many, a first-time opportunity for most
A 2-hour buffet with complimentary lunch and soft drinks await the hosted
families in the picnic area 700 volunteers and family members march around
the field for an Autism Awareness Parade before Judge Hebert and City Mayors
join on field to read a Proclamation of support recognizing April as Autism
Awareness Month Then, it’s PLAY BALL!
Sponsors, Mayors and other VIPs enjoy the game from hosted suites, while
volunteers and families cheer on the home team! Numerous volunteer, sponsorship
and underwriting opportunties available. Call 281-245-0640 to learn more.
3 RD ANNUAL SPORTING CLAYS
TOURNAMENT BENEFITING TAYLOR HS FFA
Saturday, April 14, 2018
Held at the American Shooting Center, 16500 Westheimer Pkwy. This event
helps raise money to help send our FFA students to district, state and national
Leadership and Career Development competitions, the Texas FFA State
Convention as well as providing educational tools for our FFA teachers. In the
past, teams of four from our school, family teams, local business teams and
community teams have signed up for this competition. We also provide online
registration and payment options for this event. For more information, please
visit www.taylorffaclaytournament.com.
Theater, Arts & Music
FULSHEAR SIMONTON TEXAS OPRY
Saturday, March 3, 2018 7-10 pm
The Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce presents the Fulshear Simonton Texas
Opry Saturday, March 3, 2018 7-10 PM at the Churchill Fulshear High School Theatre
located at 9302 Bois D’Arc Ln, Fulshear, TX 77441.
The first Fulshear Simonton Texas Opry was met with RAVE reviews. So we
are doing in again. Come out and enjoy an evening as we celebrate Texas
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Independence Day filled with music, fun and entertainment for the entire
family. Come hear great music from Brian Black, Pauline Reese, Kevin
Black, Freddie Pate, Moses Rangel, Tori Vourganas and the comedic
stylings of Larry “Booger Lee” Etheridge. This event will be held in the
comfort of the state of the art Churchill Fulshear High School Theatre.
For more information about our meetings and events, please
visit The Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce website at: www.
FulshearAreaChamber.com. If you’d like more information, please contact
Amy Norvell at anorvell@fulshear-areachamber.com or call 832-600-3221
THE HOUSTON CHORAL SOCIETY
“A NIGHT ON BROADWAY”
The treasured music and lyrics of some of Broadway’s greatest songs are
presented in the Houston Choral Society’s A Night on Broadway concert
Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 7:30 PM, at The Foundry Church. Under the
direction of Dr. Kevin M. Klotz, HCS Artistic Director, this concert features
brilliant arrangements of Broadway classics.
Ticket prices are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors/students/veterans and
$10 for children ages 5 and younger. Group rates are available. Tickets
are available online at www.houstonchoral.org. Tickets may also be
purchased at the door. The Foundry Church is one of the premiere choral
venues in Houston with extraordinary acoustics. It is located in northwest
Houston at 8350 Jones Road, Houston, TX 77065 with easy access from
Highway 290. For more information, please visit the HCS website at www.
houstonchoral.org.
MILDRED’S UMBRELLA THEATER CO.
MAINSTAGE SEASON
All Shows at Studio 101, 1824 Spring Street #101, Houston TX 77007
DARK MATTER By: Don Nigro
March 29 th -31 st , April 5 th -7 th and April 12 th -14 th at 8 PM
Special matinee: April 8 th at 3 PM
Pay-What-You-Can night: April 9 th at 8 PM
KATY VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (KVPAC)
www.kvpac.org • 2501 S Mason Rd., Suite 290, Katy, TX 77450
Season Tickets, including all new FLEX Packages, are on-sale now to lockin
the best price and choice seat. Pre-Sale Show Tickets are $15 Adults and
$12 Seniors. Tickets increase by $3 at the door. Group rates are available
at www.kvpac.org or in person. For Katy audience members who seek
an evening at the theater, they can look to Encore Players as a source to
enjoy the theater in their own home town without the long commute or
high cost involved with heading to one of downtown Houston’s theaters.
Katy Visual & Performing Arts Center (KVPAC) is a non-profit arts education
organization helping artists find their light since 2001.
After this production, Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company (MU) will
be saying goodbye to their longtime home in Spring Street Studios and
moving to Montrose, where The Classical Theatre Company has generously
provided the company a new home in their Chelsea Market performance
space. In addition to the move, MU will be producing a shorter season of
two mainstage plays plus the annual Museum of Dysfunction short play
festival in order to accommodate a greater focus on developing programs
that engage the community in different ways.
MORE INFO/RESERVATIONS: www.mildredsumbrella.com, info@
mildredsumbrella.com or 832-463-0409.
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Protect your health.
Free colorectal cancer awareness event at Houston Methodist West Hospital
If you are 50 or older and/or have a family history of intestinal polyps or any type of cancer,
join colorectal surgeon Dr. Rachel J. Ellsworth to learn more about colorectal cancer.
Attendees will receive a free take-home screening kit, and refreshments will be provided.
Monday, March 26 | 6:30 p.m. | Houston Methodist West Hospital
Mesquite Conference Room
Dr. Rachel J.
Ellsworth, FACS
Colorectal Surgeon
Registration required.
To register for this event, visit houstonmethodist.org/events or call 832.522.5522.
18500 Katy Fwy.
Houston, TX 77094
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Misc. Events
SPRING BRANCH AFRICAN VIOLET CLUB
39 TH ANNUAL SPRING SHOW AND SALE
Judson Robinson Jr. Community Center
2020 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77004
Saturday, March 3, 2018: Show 1-5 PM, Sale 9 AM-5 PM
Sunday, March 4, 2018: Show & Sale, 10 AM-3 PM
Free Admission
Violets of all types such as standards, miniatures, semi-miniatures and
trailers will be available. Other Gesneriads such as Episcias and Streps and
supplies such as potting soil, pots and fertilizers will also be featured. Club
members will be available to answer general questions on growing African
Violets. Free parking available at Judson Robinson Jr. Community Center.
For further information, contact Karla Ross, 281-748-8417, kjwross@
yahoo.com.
FREE SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOP
Tuesday, March 20, 2018
Memorial Parkway Community Center, 21600 Cimarron Parkway in Katy
Are you a small business owner who wonders if you are getting the most
and best benefits for your dollar? Learn about all options. No attendance
taken. No selling. No followups. Education only!
CAF HOUSTON WING’S WARBIRD
WEEKEND AND OPEN HOUSE
On Saturday and Sunday, April 14 th & 15 th from10 AM until 5 PM, those
big, old airplanes with the mighty round engines will be flying again as
the Commemorative Air Force’s Houston Wing presents its 2018 Warbird
Weekend and Open House at Hangar B-5, West Houston Airport. Get up
close and feel the prop wash and hear the noise as radial engines power
these historic WWII aircraft. See some of the old planes your father,
grandfather or grandmother learned to fly for World War II.
Admission is $15 per CAR at the gate or $10 per car if ticket is purchased
in advance online (check our website or facebook page for details) and
earns you a day of aircraft and military vehicle displays, museum exhibits
and fun.
Warbird rides will also be available for purchase. Food, drinks, gifts
and souvenirs will be available. Come on out and honor America. The
Commemorative Air Force is a non-profit national patriotic organization
whose membership includes people from all backgrounds sharing an
interest in aviation and history. www.houstonwing.org.
The West Houston Airport is located at 18000 Groschke Rd., 2 miles north
of I-10 and between Hwy. 6 and Barker Cypress, will be the place to visit on
Saturday and Sunday, April 14 th & 15 th from 10 AM until 5 PM.
NATURE PROGRAMS FOR
PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN
SATURDAYS IN NATURE
This program is held on the fourth Saturday of each month at the Edith L.
Moore Nature Sanctuary, held between 1 and 4 PM. A guided nature walk
will begin at 2 PM. No reservations required. Donations are encouraged.
This is a “whole family” program; parents or other adult guardians
should participate with their children. Park in the Memorial Drive United
Methodist Church parking lot at 12955 Memorial Drive, enter the nature
sanctuary through the marked gate and proceed on the path to the log
cabin. Upcoming programs include March: Wildflowers - Craft: Seed
Starters. April: Bird Watching - Craft: TP Binoculars.
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THE TITMOUSE CLUB
The Titmouse Club is a nature program for children ages 2 ½ to 5 sponsored
by the Houston Audubon Docent Guild. The program is offered every
Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10 to 11 AM, from mid-September until
mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Boulevard.
Each week features a different nature theme and may include nature talks,
stories, hands-on activities and walks in the woods. For more information,
go to www.houstonaudubon.org and look under Audubon Docents. The
cost is $5 per child per session or a 5-session card can be purchased for $20.
The child must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Park in
the Memorial Drive United Methodist Church parking lot at 12955 Memorial
Drive, enter the nature sanctuary through the marked gate and proceed on
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March 6 th & 7 th : Gardening for Kids
March 13 th & 14 th : (no mtg. - Spring Break Camp)
March 20 th & 21 st : Butterflies & Moths
March 27 th & 28 th : Animal Babies
April 3 rd & 4 th : Wildflower Power
April 10 th & 11 th : Dragonflies
April 17 th & 18 th : Turtles
April 24 th & 25 th : Fishing Fun
AFTER SCHOOL NATURE EXPLORERS CLUB
Nature Explorers Club is designed for school-age children (ages 6-10, K-5 th )
who are interested in investigating the natural world. Each month we will
explore a different ecology topic, focusing on our own native plants and
animals. We will make a craft to take home, go on a nature hike, dip-net
for fish and tadpoles in the ponds and get to know the plants and animals
of the Bayou City! Fee/reservations are required. Reserve your child’s spot
at www.houstonaudubon.org. For more information contact Bethany
Foshee, Docent Programs Coordinator, bfoshee@houstonaudubon.org or
713-932-1639. Upcoming programs include:
March 22 nd : Baby Animals
April 19 th : Snakes Alive!
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opportunity to meet live, rehabilitated owls followed by a walk in the
woods in search of wild owls. For more information, to reserve and pay
online go to www.houstonaudubon.org. Owl Prowl dates - March 9,
2018. Owl Prowls start at 7 PM, end at 9 PM and begin in the log cabin
at the Edith L Moore Nature Sanctuary. The fee is $12 for adults and $8
for children (ages 6-17). All prowlers must be at least 6 years of age and
there must be at least one adult present for each two children. Dress for
walking in the woods and the weather. Please park in the Memorial Drive
United Methodist Church west parking lot at 12955 Memorial Drive or the
Sanctuary’s small lot at 440 Wilchester. Pre-registration is required and
there is a maximum number of participants for each prowl.
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Houston
Area Events
Through March 18 th - The Houston Livestock Show
and Rodeo is the world’s largest livestock Show
and rodeo. With more than 33,000 volunteers, the
organization is a Section 501(c)(3) charity that
benefits youth, supports education and facilitates
better agricultural practices through exhibitions
and presentations. Since its beginning in 1932,
the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has
committed nearly $450 million to scholarships,
research, endowments, calf scramble
participants, junior show exhibitors, School Art
participants and other educational programs.
The 2018 RODEOHOUSTON entertainment lineup
features a mix of country, rock, R&B and Spanish
pop artists. Several RODEOHOUSTON favorites,
plus six entertainers new to RODEOHOUSTON,
will be the first to perform on the new state-ofthe-art
RODEOHOUSTON stage in 2018. For more
information, visit www.rodeohouston.com.
March 2 nd -March 4 th - The 83 rd Azalea Trail
heralds the beginning of Spring! The Trail kicks
off with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Lazy
Lane entrance of Bayou Bend on Friday, March
2 nd at 10:30 AM. This year, a ticket to the Trail
gives admission to 6 locations within the River
Oaks neighborhood, including 4 private homes
and gardens, Bayou Bend and Rienzi. A 7 th free
location, also in River Oaks, is the River Oaks
Garden Club Forum of Civics where free advice
from “Ask the Experts” can be enjoyed each
day. On Saturday at 2 PM, there will be a floral
demonstration with easy to repeat floral tips from
one of our talented Garden Club members! A free
trolley will provide easy access to all 6 locations
of homes, gardens and house museums. For more
information, visit www.riveroaksgc.org.
March 3 rd - The Houston Area Women’s Center
(HAWC) is proud to kick off our 30 th Annual Race
Against Violence presented by Verizon! This
milestone race and family festival will be held on
Saturday, March 3, 2018, and starts at 8 AM at the
AIG Campus at Whole Foods Market-Montrose.
The Race Against Violence is open to timed and
untimed runners and includes a kids’ fun run
and family festival after the race! Register solo or
rally your friends together to start a team to help
fundraise to support survivors of domestic and
sexual violence throughout Houston. Together,
we can race towards a future without violence!
For more information, visit www.houstonrav.org.
March 4 th - AIDS Foundation Houston, Inc.(AFH)
hosts the 29 th Annual AIDS Walk Houston on
Sunday, March 4, 2018, at Sam Houston Park in
Downtown Houston. This signature event is the
city’s single greatest response in the fight against
HIV/AIDS. Funds raised help local HIV/AIDS service
organizations provide programs and services to
almost 30,000 Houstonians impacted by the virus.
This year, the annual fundraiser will culminate in a
free outdoor concert featuring live performances
from Houston-based artists. VIP wristbands for the
concert will be available to 1,500 Houstonians who
take a free HIV test before the walk. Please visit
www.AIDSWalkHouston.org for more information.
March 10 th - Join us for Texas’ largest canoe
and kayak race - the 46 th Annual Buffalo Bayou
Partnership Regatta. Paddlers (ages 12 and
up) are encouraged to participate in the 15-mile
American Canoe Association sanctioned race along
the scenic Buffalo Bayou. Whether you are entering
competitively or paddling for pleasure, you won’t
want to miss out on this longstanding Houston
tradition! Those not wanting to paddle can cheer
on racers along the race route or catch the outdoor
fun at the finish line festivities at Sesquicentennial
Park. The Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta is
rain or shine. If cancellation does take place due to
severe water or weather conditions, all entry fees
will be considered a tax-deductible donation to
Buffalo Bayou Partnership and used in our efforts
to continue revitalizing the bayou. For more
information, visit www.buffalobayou.org.
March 10 th - The NOLA Boil Crawfish Festival.
Welcome to a good ol’ Lousiana crawfish boil a
popular seafood dish that is enjoyed throughout
the southern regions. We are bringing together
crawfish enthusiast from all over the world to
come celebrate the “Mud Bug”. “Crawfish season”
is what they call it and is a time of year loved and
shared by many breaking the tails and sucking
the heads. We love it! Come hungry and enjoy a
variety of live entertainment, dj sets, vendors and
OF COURSE CRAWFISH. For more information,
visit www.thenolaboil.com.
March 17 th - 59 th Annual Houston St. Patrick’s
Parade. Rain or Shine! Parade starts at the Clock
Tower at MinuteMaid Park on Texas and goes
west-bound. This year’s theme is Houston Strong,
Irish Proud. Join us at Lucky’s Pub for the Awards
Ceremony and After-Party! The Houston St.
Patrick’s Parade has always been a FREE event.
The two-hour parade has historically been one of
the largest in the U.S. and each year includes over
100 entries to delight the Irish and Irish-at-heart.
Our history is a grand one and if you would like to
personally support the parade and be a part of the
year-round socials and meetings, please become
a member of our Irish 100 Club. The Houston St.
Patrick’s Parade is presented by the Houston St.
Patrick’s Parade Commission. For more the parade
route or more information, visit www.hsppc.org.
March 18 th - Tour de Houston Presented by Apache
Corporation is a fundraising bike ride that benefits
Houston’s Reforestation Program. The ride will
take place Sunday, March 18, 2018. This annual
event offers Houstonians and visitors a unique
way to view the city with bike routes winding
through Houston’s historic neighborhoods, scenic
districts and parks. With three ride length options,
the Tour de Houston is the perfect event for leisure
riders or cycling enthusiasts. In addition, it is a BP
MS 150 recommended training ride. This event
begins and ends in Hermann Square at City Hall
located at 901 Bagby. Riders and volunteers will
enjoy a post-ride party that includes live music,
free food and beverages. For more information,
visit www.houstontx.gov.
March 23 rd -March 25 th - It doesn’t matter what your
art style is, you are sure to find something you like
at The Annual Bayou City Art Festival Memorial
Park. This fine, juried art festival transforms the 1.1
- mile trail of the park into a one-of-a-kind outdoor
gallery. In addition to the extensive selection of art,
representing 18 different forms of artistic media,
festival goers can also enjoy international food and
wine, the Green Mountain Energy Creative Zone
offering interactive art activities, daily outdoor
performances and more. The Festival celebrates
the vitality and diversity of Houston and enriches
the city’s arts environment and reputation. Over
the past 40+ years, the Bayou City Art Festivals have
raised more than $2.6 million for local nonprofit
organizations. For more information, please visit
www.bayoucityartfestival.com.
March 24 th -25 th - In Bloom Music Festival.
Previously Free Press Summer Fest, In Bloom
Music Festival will take over Eleanor Tinsley Park
for two days. For lineup by day and tickets, go to
www.inbloomfestival.com.
March 26 th -April 1 st - Houston Open. This
PGA TOUR event, the 10 th oldest tour event, is
Houston’s largest and most prestigious golf event
hosting 144 of the world’s best golfers competing
for $6M in prize money. Since 1974, Houston
Golf Association’s volunteers have generated
more than $55.2 million for local worthy causes
through the Shell Houston Open and other golfrelated
activities. Over 125,000 spectators will
enjoy tournament week. For more information,
visit www.houstonopen.org.
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Libraries
FORT BEND COUNTY
LIBRARIES (FBCL)
Public Information Office - 281-633-4734
www.fortbend.lib.tx.us
FAMILY READING CLUB - THROUGH-
MARCH 3 RD
This six-week program is designed to
encourage families to read, learn and
have fun together. Families participate
in the program by reading books and
completing optional “challenges”
that can be done at home. All Fort
Bend County families are eligible to
participate. Families who complete
the program by reading 36 books - 6
books per week - are eligible to receive
a book bag for the family and will have
their named entered into a drawing for
a $50 dining gift card, donated by the
Friends of the Library. Each branch
library will have a drawing for the gift
card on March 5 th . A single registration
is required for each participating
family. An adult (parent or guardian)
is asked to register the family online
by going to the library’s website (www.
fortbend.lib.tx.us) and clicking on the
“Family Reading Club Sign-Up” image.
Families may also register at one of the
libraries in the Fort Bend County library
system. Upon registering, families will
then have their own online page on
which to record their books or reading
time. There is no charge to join the
Family Reading Club. The program
is sponsored by Fort Bend County
Libraries and the Friends of the Library
organizations that support the county
library system.
FULSHEAR/SIMONTON BRANCH LIBRARY (FT. BEND CO. LIB.)
8100 FM 359 South, Fulshear, Texas 77441, 281-633-4675
Hours: Mon. 12 Noon - 8 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 6 PM, Wed. 10 AM - 6 PM, Thurs. 10 AM - 8 PM, Fri. 12 Noon - 5 PM,
Sat. 9 AM - 1 PM, Sun. Closed. Website: www.fortbend.lib.tx.us, Public Information Office - 281-633-4734.
To register for any events online at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Calendar,” select
“Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch” and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the
library at 281-633-4675 or by visiting the library.
LIBRARY CLOSINGS
March 30 th & 31 st : Easter
SPECIAL EVENTS
• INCOME-TAX-PREPARATION ASSISTANCE - Fridays, 1-4 PM, Meeting Room. Representatives from the
AARP will provide free income-tax-preparation assistance for low-income taxpayers. Patrons should bring
the following information to the session if possible: photo ID; Social Security card(s) for self, spouse and all
dependents; last year’s tax return; W-2, 1099s and any other compensation received in 2017; unemployment
compensation statements; and any other documents that are necessary to complete your return. This
service is free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. Income-tax forms are no longer
available at the libraries, but patrons may use the libraries’ computers and printers to download and print
out the forms from the IRS website, www.irs.gov, during regular library hours. A library card is needed to use
the printers and the cost to print is 10¢ per black-and-white page.
• THE ART OF HENNA - Monday, March 5 th , 6 PM, Meeting Room. Professional henna artist Sakina Khuzeima
Jafferjee will talk about the history of henna and its uses as a dye to create temporary body art. Learn how
it is made, how it is applied and how to take care of the designs after they are completed. Jafferjee will
demonstrate different types of henna designs while she explains their significance. Anyone who wishes to
try a henna design must complete a consent form. This program is intended for all ages, but those under the
age of 18 must have a consent form signed by a parent before coming into contact with the henna. A consent
form is not required for those who do not wish to come into contact with the henna.
• MONKEY & FRANCINE IN THE CITY OF TIGERS - Wednesday, March 14 th , 3 PM, Meeting Room. Performed
by Houston Grand Opera’s “Opera to Go!,” this family-friendly light opera is sung entirely in English and
is recommended for children in grades 2 through 8. Monkey and Francine in the City of Tigers is a worldpremiere
opera inspired by Indian and Chinese mythology and the Bollywood style. This hilarious fable
demonstrates the power of teamwork as a monkey prince and his brainy sister outwit a hungry crocodile to
escape from the City of Tigers. The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton
Branch Library. A free hand-stamp is required for admission and will be available one hour prior to the
performance.
• COOKING ON THE GO - Thursday, March 22 nd , 6-7:30 PM, Meeting Room. Adult Services librarian Donald
Adair will talk about quick-and-easy ways to make tasty dishes, such as quesadillas, swimming pigs, huggies
and more! Materials for this program were made possible by the Friends of the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton
Branch Library.
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The book to be discussed is The House at Riverton, a novel written by Kate
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• FULSHEAR NIGHT READERS GUILD - Monday, March 26 th , 6:30 PM,
Meeting Room. The book to be discussed is Unaccustomed Earth, written
by Jhumpa Lahiri.
WEEKLY CHILDREN’S PROGRAM
• Toddler Time - Tuesdays at 10:15 AM, offers caregiver/child activities,
stories and songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age.
• Story Time - Wednesdays at 10:15 AM, 3 to 6 years of age, presents
stories, movies and participate in age-appropriate craft activities.
• After-School Breaks - 2 nd Thursday at 4:30 PM. Crafts, movies, stories
for school-aged children in grades 1 through 5. The program on March
8 th will be “Up with Bubbles.” Participants will learn about the science of
bubbles as they create their own bubble solutions and wand. Materials for
this activity are provided through the generous support of the Friends of
the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library.
SPECIAL FAMILY EVENT
• Creative Inventing - Monday, March 12 th , 3-4 PM. In this “Para Los
Niños” STEM event, families with children aged 4 years through 4 th grade
will read and work together to create inventions that glide, soar, float and
rise. This activity is made possible by a grant from the Children’s Museum
of Houston.
For more information on any of the above-mentioned events, call the
library or the library’s Public Information Office at 281-633-4734.
NATIONAL DAYS IN FEBRUARY 2018
Did you know that every month has some sort of National Day, week
or even the whole month is a National month? Some could be used to
plan a fun day with the family or create a project for the kids on a rainy
afternoon or maybe just start an interesting discussion! Here is a partial
list (there are many more) of what we found for the month of February:
February 1 st : National Freedom Day (Freedom From Slavery)
February 2 nd : National Heavenly Hash Day
February 3 rd : National Carrot Cake Day
February 4 th : National Thank A Mail Carrier Day
February 5 th : National Shower With A Friend Day
February 6 th : National Frozen Yogurt Day
February 7 th : National Fettuccine Alfredo Day
February 8 th : National Kite Flying Day
February 9 th : National Pizza Day
February 10 th : National Cream Cheese Brownie Day
February 11 th : National Make A Friend Day
February 12 th : National Plum Pudding Day
February 13 th : National Tortellini Day
February 14 th : National Ferris Wheel Day
February 15 th : National Gumdrop Day
February 16 th : National Do A Grouch A Favor Day
February 17 th : National Random Acts Of Kindness Day
February 18 th : National Battery Day
February 19 th : National Chocolate Mint Day
February 20 th : National Love Your Pet Day
February 21 st : National Sticky Bun Day
February 22 nd : National Margarita Day
February 23 rd : National Banana Bread Day
February 24 th : National Tortilla Chip Day
February 25 th : National Chocolate Covered Nut Day
February 26 th : National Tell A Fairy Tale Day
February 27 th : National Polar Bear Day
February 28 th : National Public Sleeping Day
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Observations
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Remember Month,
Black History
Month, Creative
Romance Month,
Great American
Pie Month,
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For Family Fun
Month, National
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Month, National
Cherry Month,
National Children’s
Dental Health
Month, National
Grapefruit Month,
National Heart
Month, National
Hot Breakfast
Month, National
Library Lovers
Month, National
Snack Food Month,
National Weddings
Month, National
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VOLUNTEER
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We are looking for volunteers 18 years old and up, be committed once a week
3-4 consecutive hours for a minimum of six months. Different assignments
are available to choose from 7 AM-midnight Monday - Sunday to support
patients, families and staff. Please contact us if you are interested at 832-
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desk, in our gift shop or even transporting patients, we have a place for
you. For more information, please contact Heather Rojas, Manager of
Volunteer Services at 281-644-7581.
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Rehabilitation Coalition, Inc. is a non-profit organization, which serves as
an emergency care and rehabilitation facility for orphaned, ill, and injured
native Texas wildlife. Volunteers are welcome in the areas of assisting in the
daily functions of the center, assisting with public education programs, and
wildlife rehabilitation. Located at 10801 Hammerly, Suite 200, the facility is
open seven days a week to help wildlife in need. TWRC has a mentor program
in place to assist volunteers with “hands on” training for those interested in
becoming permitted rehabilitators. We invite you to join our organization in
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donate their time and talents at fund-raising events such as our annual
Ride-A-Thon and the yearly Trailblazers Luncheon. Volunteers are on
hand during the NARHA on-site certification and annual SIRE Show-Off
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Clients become more empowered and better equipped to fully live their
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT AUTUMN GROVE COTTAGE
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We are a small cottage, close to your neighborhood, with just 16 Residents.
If you would like to volunteer in a cozy, home-like atmosphere then call
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BECOME A SUNRISE VOLUNTEER
Fond memories and treasured traditions start here! Enrich lives through
your generous gift of service as a Sunrise Volunteer. Please call the Activity
and Volunteer Coordinator for opportunities and details at 281-240-0500
or email cinco-ranch.avc@sunriseseniorliving.com. Sunrise Assisted
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The Katy Community Giving Circle is open to any resident in the Katy area
who wants to make a difference by giving collectively. Our mission is to
create a circle of giving in our community by collectively contributing to
organizations that will benefit or improve the lives of the people in our
neighborhoods. By combining members tax deductible donations of just
$10 per month, we are determined to make a greater giving impact! In our
first year we have been able to gift grants to 2 local organizations and we
are building a community of giving friends. For more information, please
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For more info call
281-578-7272
VOLUNTEER KATY
Meet with other local people who will gather and discuss/plan community
service projects and try to figure out the best way to make a difference
in our community. All volunteers welcome. Contact: Linda Wilson at 281-
222-1771 or visit http://volunteerism.meetup.com/230.
CLOTHED BY FAITH
We are looking for volunteers to join our amazing team! Please see
our website www.clothedbyfaith.com for more information or email
yiasmere@clothedbyfaith.org. Located at 802 Dominion Drive, Suite
100 in Katy. CBF demonstrates God’s love through the provision of
gently used clothing to those in need.
HOUSTON CHILDREN’S CHARITY
Join a group of people dedicated to improving the lives of children. If you
are searching for a good cause to lend a hand to, you need look no further.
Houston Children’s Charity is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated
to improving the quality of life for underprivileged, abused and disabled
children who have been otherwise left behind. The scope of our support is
limited only by the availability of resources. Our goal, the rainbow that we
chase, is to leave no legitimate request for assistance unanswered.
Do you have the time and desire to volunteer to help a great cause? We are
always in need of volunteers to help throughout the year. This is a great
way for school age kids to get in community service hours. Do you have
gently used children’s clothing, shoes and jackets? At Houston Children’s
Charity we are setting up the “HCC Closet.” All of the items donated will
be given to children - not sold at a retail store. Please contact our office
at 713-524-2878 or visit our website www.houstonchildrenscharity.org for
more information on our organization.
STANDUP FOR KIDS
How would you feel if you saved a kid’s life? StandUp For Kids is an all
volunteer organization dedicated to saving the lives of at-risk and
homeless kids through volunteer outreach efforts. Our volunteers search
the streets in order to find, stabilize and otherwise help homeless and
street kids improve their lives. Every day throughout the US thirteen kids
die on the streets from abuse, disease and suicide. According to recent
statistics Houston has up to 2,500 kids living on the streets at any given
time. Texas has the highest rate of homeless youth in the U.S.
StandUp For Kids needs supplies for our Houston program, which provides
food, clothing, counseling and a safe environment for the homeless
youth of Houston. If you or your organization would like to hold a food
or clothing drive for StandUp For Kids, please contact me at HeatherE@
standupforkids.org to learn more about StandUp For Kids or how you can
help, visit our website at www.standupforkids.org. The single greatest
need, for homeless and street kids is our continuous caring and real
support. We must convince them that we care, we want them back and we
want to help them get off the streets.
ADOPT A US SOLDIER
Adopt A US Soldier is a non-profit organization that seeks volunteers and
donors to help show the brave men and women fighting for our freedom
that their sacrifices will not go unnoticed. It connects supportive civilians
with deployed soldiers and offers a channel by which to communicate
encouragement and express gratitude to those serving in the United States
Armed Forces. Adopt A US Soldier is sustained by its volunteer workforce
located across the United States.
After a supporter asked a soldier what they needed, his response was as
follows: “No requests, just don’t want to be forgotten.” -LCPL O.J.T. III
When registering for Adopt A US Soldier your involvement can range from
writing letters and sending postcards, to mailing care packages full of items
a soldier may need or want. Handwritten letters are most important and
meaningful to soldiers. Adopt A US Soldier encourages civilians to adopt
a soldier to show your support for those that are making sacrifices for our
country. If interested, please go to www.adoptaussoldier.org to register.
KATY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
Katy Christian Ministries is looking for volunteers to help in various areas
of the ministry and special events. If you would love to make a difference
in the community by volunteering, please visit our website at www.ktcm.
org, email info@ktcm.org or call 281-391-5261 for further information.
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SPANISH MEADOWS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
In just 1 hour you could touch the hearts of at least 4 seniors. Do you have
a little free time? Do you enjoy the company of seniors? We would love
to have you volunteer your time and services to our wonderful residents.
Spanish Meadows Nursing and Rehab opened its doors in the fall of 2005
bringing quality care in a luxury environment to Katy and surrounding
communities. We are located at 1480 Katy Flewellen Road, Katy, TX 77494.
To get further information on volunteering, please contact Robbin at
281-394-0088 or spanishmeadowsactivities@gmail.com. Please visit our
website at www.spanish-meadows.com.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT
HOUSTON APHASIA RECOVERY CENTER
HARC, a non-profit wellness facility for persons with aphasia, is looking
for volunteers to help in our programs. HARC is located at 3701 Briarpark
Drive, Suite #310, Houston 77042, which is just inside of Beltway 8 in the
Westchase district of town. We offer training and support to all of our
volunteers.
Volunteer days and times are flexible based on need. For more information,
contact our center at 713-781-7100. More information about HARC and
aphasia is also available on our website: www.harctx.org.
HEALTHBRIDGE VOLUNTEERING
HealthBridge Children’s Hospital, www.healthbridgehouston.com,
located in the Westchase District of Houston is looking for volunteers.
Our 40 bed pediatric facility helps children ages 0-21 years of age as they
transition from hospital to home. Volunteers can assist our team with
direct patient interactions (play, baby holding, reading, mentoring) and
indirect patient care (greeters, phone reception and administrative tasks).
Volunteer hours vary, please contact Ellyn Poole at epoole@nhsltd.com
for more information.
VOLUNTEERS WANTED AT
BUCKNER HOSPICE OF HOUSTON
Buckner Hospice of Houston is in need of volunteers. We offer many
different volunteer opportunities from Patient visits to office duties. Hours
of very flexible to fit your busy schedule. You donate the number of hours
you can. Please contact Toni Cruse Volunteer Coordinator at 281-493-6800
or 713-918-9320 for more information.
THE THOMAS A. GLAZIER SENIOR EDUCATION
CENTER HAS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
STAY ACTIVE. STAY ENGAGED. A new place for seniors to learn, located at
16600 Pine Forest Lane, near Texas 6 and Clay Road. Free classes available
to Harris County residents 55 and older on subjects ranging from basic
computer skills to digital photography to astronomy, photo editing and
memory enhancement. We need you in our classrooms! Get free volunteer
training. Teach your own computer class. Contact us now at 713-274-3250
or email us: glaziersec@hctx.net. Operated by Harris County Precinct
Three Commissioner Steve Radack.
KATY QUILTERS NEEDS HELP FOR CHARITIES
Calling on all the quilters in the area to help make pillowcases and small
blankets. This last year we donated over 200 pillowcases and small
blankets to various charities. The demand is even higher with all of the
families that have lost their homes because of the fires in and around our
area. We need you and we have fabric that has been donated but we need
your hands and time to make someone smile. If you would like to help, call
the Katy Quilters, Shari Medford at 281-635-3000.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: VANTAGE HOSPICE
Vantage Volunteers Needed! Looking to volunteer in a way that makes a
difference in people’s lives? This is it! Our compassionate volunteer team
takes an individualized approach to care. We help provide the best quality
of life, for the end of life. This is accomplished through social interaction,
companionship, active listening and activities. In addition, sometimes
we aide and support the family by relieving the caregiver. If interested,
contact Tracy Roth at troth@vantagehospice.com.
FOSTER CHILDREN:
PREPARATION FOR ADULT LIVING (PAL)
When foster children reach age 18, they are considered independent.
That’s difficult for kids who have been wards of the state, with necessities
arranged by caseworkers with state funds. Now they’ll have to figure out
how to organize themselves and make their money last a whole month.
Fortunately, Child protective Services offers them a program to help
prepare for independence: Preparation for Adult Living (PAL). The year-long
course culminates in an all-day workshop hosted by the National Council
for Jewish Women (NCJW). The course is held at Junior Achievement’s
BizTown, using computer kiosks sponsored by local businesses.
Want to help with PAL or other NCJW programs that help change lives
with hands-on community service? Contact info@ncjwhouston.org or see
www.ncjwhouston.org.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT CHRIST CLINIC KATY
Christ Clinic Katy is a nonprofit that provides quality healthcare to
uninsured and underinsured patients living Fort Bend and Harris Counties.
Volunteers Medical Providers (MD, DO, NP, PA or specialty provider)
Nurses, Medical Assistants, medical students and individuals looking to
learn more about the medical field are needed to help Christ Clinic fulfill
its mission. To volunteer, please call Beverly Allen at 281-574-1540 or via
email at beverly@christclinickaty.org. Or visit www.christclinickaty.org to
register for an upcoming volunteer orientation.
LITERACY ADVANCE OF HOUSTON
IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS
Your way to transform a life in need… Teach someone to read! Just a few
hours a week can make all the difference for someone in your community!
Literacy Advance is Houston’s largest and oldest 100% volunteer-supported
literacy organization - and we need your help! We’re calling all passionate
volunteers to help adults learn to read, write and speak English. All classes
are free because they are taught by caring people just like you willing to
volunteer a few hours a week. We’d love to match you with a person in
need. Ola read her first book at age 49, thanks to a tutor just like you. Prior
teaching experience is welcome but not necessary. Training and ongoing
support is provided and we have locations across the city.
Other volunteer opportunities are available as well, to find out more please
contact Anna Zubkova, Volunteer Manager, at tutor@literacyadvance.org
or at 713-266-8777 ext.16.
GIVE BACK & MENTOR A LOCAL JUVENILE
Please commit to becoming a positive adult role model for the youth
in our community. The juveniles are referred by the Fort Bend County
Juvenile Probation Department. There are so many children in need of a
listening ear and encouragement. Come forward and be that person for
someone in need… you may be the ONLY one! Mentors must be 21 years
of age and willing to give a minimum of an hour per week. Please contact
Susan Bearden at 281-633-7317, susan.bearden@fortbendcountytx.gov
or www.facebook.com/fortbendjpdspecialprograms.
GIVE A SENIOR THE GIFT OF MOBILITY!
KATY AREA RIDE SERVICE NEEDS YOUR HELP DRIVING OLDER ADULTS
Katy Area Ride Service (KARS) is looking for your assistance in transporting
seniors in need of personal (hair salon, bank, classes, volunteering,
visiting a loved one, taking a pet to the vet) and occasional medical rides.
Rides are provided in your personal vehicles to passengers who are age
65+ and ambulatory (not wheelchair bound, may use walking aids). Time
commitment is flexible and you choose the Katy territory in which you want
to drive. Volunteers do not provide rides that go east of Barker Cypress,
north of Clay Road, west of FM 1463 or south of Bellaire Blvd at the Grand
Parkway. Benefits to Volunteer Drivers include the opportunity to help
seniors retain independent living, dignity and freedom. Drivers tell us the
day(s) and times they are able to drive. Drivers choose if they wait for the
senior or return later to pick them up. Drivers must be between 21 years
of age and 78 years of age with a good driving record, pass a background
check and show proof of insurance coverage (state minimums) as required
by the State of Texas. To request a volunteer driver application, call 832-
773-8645 or email info@karskaty.org. KARS operates under an official
501(c)(3) that designates it as a transportation service provider for seniors
and non-wheelchair bound persons with disabilities.
INTERPRETERS NEEDED
Christ Clinic, 25722 Kingsland, Blvd Suite 101, Katy, TX 77494, provides
quality medical care to the uninsured. We are in need of bilingual
volunteers to facilitate communication between Spanish-speaking
patients and English-speaking staff by providing skilled language
interpretation services. Volunteers will serve as Interpreters for doctors,
nurses and other health professionals. The clinic is also in need of Medical
Providers (MD, DO, NP, PA or specialty provider) Registered Nurses,
Medical Assistants and medical students looking to gain experience in a
charity medical clinic setting. To volunteer, please call Michael Peterson
at 832-913-8476 or via email at michael@christclinickaty.org. Visit www.
christclinickaty.org to complete a volunteer form.
KATY COMMUNITY GIVING CIRCLE
The Katy Community Giving Circle is open to any resident of the Katy area
or surrounding communities who wants to make a difference by giving
collectively. Our mission is to create a circle of giving in our community
by collectively contributing to organizations that will benefit or improve
the lives of people in our neighborhoods. By combining members tax
deductible donations of just $10 per month, we are determined to make
a greater giving impact! In our first year we have been able to gift grants
to 2 local organizations and we are building a community of giving friends
along the way! For more information please visit our facebook page
facebook.com/katycommunitygivingcircle.
FRONT COVER
PHOTOS WANTED!
We are looking for great photos to use on the front cover
of your newsletter! Pictures must be high quality (min
300 dpi). No cell phone photos allowed. Email photos
for consideration to lorie@krenekprinting.com with the
name of your subdivision, and any credits that should
be published with your photo (such as a professional
photographer.) Names of children and/or adults shown on
the photo will be included by request only. Although not a
requirement, we like to use themes each month based on
holidays, summer, winter, etc. By submitting your photo,
you are giving permission to use your photo on the cover
or inside your newsletter, as well as other Krenek Printing
publications.
Deadline for submission is the 20th of each month. The
next due date will be March 20th for the May 2018
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Fort Bend Area
Information
FULSHEAR AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce holds its monthly member
meetings the 2 nd Wednesday of every month at Parkway Fellowship
located at 27043 FM 1093, Richmond, TX 77406. Meet and Greet begins
at 7:30 AM and meeting starts at 8 AM. For more information about
the Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce, visit the website at www.
fulshearareachamber.com or contact Amy Norvell at 281-914-3830 or
anorvell@fulshearareachamber.com.
IS YOUR SPRINKLER SYSTEM RUNNING
AT OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE?
Consider having a licensed irrigation contractor come to your home and
conduct an irrigation evaluation. The WISE Guy program, sponsored
by North Fort Bend Water Authority and participating Municipal Utility
Districts (MUD), allows you to have a licensed professional evaluate your
irrigation system; and then provide an online report of the findings with
any recommended repairs - at No Cost or Obligation to you. As a matter
of fact, once the evaluation is complete, North Fort Bend Water Authority
will mail you a $15 check for participating. To learn more or to sign up for a
Free Sprinkler System Evaluation, visit us at: www.NFBWA.com/wiseguys.
You will also find a list of MUD’s participating in the program.
FORT BEND MASTER GARDENERS
For information on Ft. Bend Master Gardeners or lists of events, visit www.
fbmg.com or call the Master’s Gardener’s Hotline at 281-341-7068. Anyone
with an interest in gardening is encouraged to attend our events.
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TEXAS MASTER NATURALIST
The Coastal Prairie Chapter, Texas Master Naturalists has a membership
of 85 outdoor enthusiasts. For the last 10 years, chapter members have
enjoyed learning together and sharing their love of the outdoors with
others. The chapter is part of a state-wide Master Naturalist organization
consisting of 8,140 volunteers in 44 local chapters with a total of over 2
million service hours as of 2012! Statewide TMN volunteers have impacted
or conducted projects on approximately 195,700 acres of habitat while
also developing or maintaining some 1,775 miles of interpretive trails. The
Texas Master Naturalists program is sponsored by Texas Parks and Wildlife
Department and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. For additional
information, call 281-633-7033 or email mmcdowell@ag.tamu.edu.
TEXAS MASTER NATURALISTS ANNOUNCE SPRING TRAINING
SCHEDULE
As a Master Naturalist, you will join a corps of volunteers dedicated to the
beneficial management of our natural resources and natural areas. Are
you interested in our natural habitat -learning more about native plants
and grasses; local geology; natural water systems; native birds, insects
and mammals; hummingbirds or butterflies; our overall ecosystem? If so,
you can enhance your knowledge of these areas and more by becoming a
Certified Texas Master Naturalist. Naturalist students and graduates of this
program volunteer for numerous projects around Fort Bend and Waller
County including Katy Prairie Conservancy, Brazos Bend State Park, local
independent school district educational programs, Fort Bend County
Fair, the Prairie Heritage Festival and the Chapter’s signature project,
Seabourne Creek Nature Park.
You may be involved in anything from trail management to educating
students about our natural habitat… you will decide based on what
interests you most. The classes are scheduled to begin March 24 th and
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complete on Saturday, May 26 th and will include four evening classes on
Tuesday evenings from 6:30-9 PM and eight Saturday classes from 9 AM
until 2 PM. Saturday classes are held at nearby parks and preserves to
provide additional educational opportunities for new trainees in the field.
In addition to attending classes taught by recognized experts in their fields,
you will participate in field trips to exciting locations including Attwater
Prairie Chicken National Wildlife Refuge, Sea Center Texas, Gulf Coast Bird
Observatory, Brazos Bend State Park and Katy Prairie Conservancy. You
will have the opportunity to enhance your knowledge of local geology,
range management and ecological diversity. You will also visit local
properties to view and discuss different habitats and ecosystems. The total
cost for the program is $175 for individuals or $300 per couple who share
a training manual. Contact Margo “Mac” McDowell at the Texas Master
Naturalist office 281-633-7033 or CJ McDaniel, telephone 832-945-2220.
Email cjm111@crenshawgolf.com and website www.txmn.org/coastal.
SUGAR LAND GARDEN CLUB
Sugar Land Garden Club meets at the Sugar Land Community Center,
226 Matlage Way, Sugar Land 77478. For more information visit www.
sugarlandgardenclub.org. Sugar Land Garden Club was established in
1932 and is one of the largest garden clubs in Texas. Membership is open
to all.
FORT BEND CHAPTER NATIONAL SOCIETY OF THE
DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
Join the Fort Bend Chapter National Society of the Daughters of the
American Revolution. Contact Paula Burns at pjburns8@att.net for
more information. The Fort Bend Chapter website is www.texasdar.org/
chapters/FortBend.
GIVE BACK & MENTOR A LOCAL JUVENILE
Please commit to becoming a positive adult role model for the youth
in our community. The juveniles are referred by the Fort Bend County
Juvenile Probation Department. There are so many children in need of a
listening ear and encouragement. Come forward and be that person for
someone in need… you may be the ONLY one! Mentors must be 21 years
of age and willing to give a minimum of an hour per week. Please contact
Susan Bearden at 281-633-7317, susan.bearden@fortbendcountytx.gov
or www.facebook.com/fortbendjpdspecialprograms.
CHILD ADVOCATES
OF FORT BEND
SEEKS NEW
VOLUNTEERS
Do you like children
and want to make
a difference? Child
Advocates of Fort Bend is
looking for volunteers to
advocate for abused and neglected children. Opportunities include being
an advocate for children in foster care or helping out in the Children’s
Advocacy Center one morning or afternoon each week. Volunteers must
be over 21 years of age, complete an application and interview and submit
to background screening. For an application or more information, contact
Volunteer Services at 281-344-5258 or kjordin@cafb.org.
Child Advocates of Fort Bend is a non-profit agency dedicated to providing
a voice for abused and neglected children in Fort Bend County. With an
army of volunteers, Child Advocates of Fort Bend serves more than 400
children each month through its Court Appointed Special Advocates
(CASATM) Program and Children’s Advocacy Center.
MOMS CLUB OF FULSHEAR/SIMONTON
We are a nonprofit support group for stay at home and part time working
moms. Beyond the social aspects of our playgroups and Moms Night Out
gatherings, we are service project group driven to help the community
and those in need. Find us on Facebook at MOMS Club Fulshear/Simonton.
ROTARY CLUB OF BRAZOS RIVER
The Rotary Club of Brazos River is a community service organization
whose membership represents the area from West Katy to Simonton,
including Fulshear and Weston Lakes. If you would like to be a part of a
great organization and make new friends, as well as give back to your
community, you are invited to join us at one of our meetings which are
held on most Friday mornings at 8 AM at the Weston Lakes Country Club.
If you would like to find out more about our Club, visit our website at www.
brazosriverrotary.org or our Brazos River Rotary Club Facebook page.
BECOME A TUTOR-UNDERSTAND
OUR STUDENT’S LIFELINES
Become an essential part of a student’s life by signing up to be a tutor for
the Literacy Council! The Literacy Council of Fort Bend County holds tutor
training every other month. After 12 hours of training, outstanding volunteers
are equipped to teach Basic Literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL)
classes to adults. The trainings prepare tutors to organize and compile lesson
plans, learn about various tutoring techniques, understand the purpose of
the Literacy Council and much more. Tutors do not need knowledge of any
foreign language, nor do they need formal teaching experience. We offer
many locations for tutoring throughout the area, including locations in Katy.
Tutoring sessions are offered during the day and at night. If you are interested
in impacting someone’s life by being their tutor, please contact the Literacy
Council at 281-240-8181 or visit the website at www.ftbendliteracy.org. Help
us to “Change Lives Through Literacy!”
RUOK PROGRAM
Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Dept. has a computer-generated program
called “Are You OK?” (RUOK). It is a computer-generated call intended for
senior citizens (over 55) and disabled persons who live alone and could
benefit from a daily check. A computer will generate a call each morning,
at about the same time and the participant chooses a time frame. A voice
will ask, “Are you OK?” After this, all they have to do is hang up the phone.
If the participant goes out of town or leaves the residence for any time,
you just temporarily un-subscribe and re-subscribe when you return. If the
call goes unanswered, the computer will call back 3 times at 15-minute
intervals. If there is still no answer, the Sheriff will dispatch a deputy or
the local police. They will have with them a print out of information on the
person that is not responding to the calls. This program was established
by FBC Sheriff Milton Wright, Commissioner’s Court and Ken Whitt (FBC
Sheriff’s Citizens Academy Alumni Assoc.) in 1998. Many police chiefs
in the county are also participating in the program and will proceed
with the welfare check for citizens of their community. To request more
information or to enroll in this free and very beneficial program, please
call the Sheriff’s Dept. at 281-341-4704.
RECYCLE AT THE FT. BEND COUNTY
RECYCLING CENTER!
The Ft. Bend County Recycling center is located nearby in Rosenberg
(just 10 miles away) and accepts glass/bottles and Styrofoam that Waste
Management doesn’t pick up. Visit the Ft. Bend Co. government website
for information: www.co.fort-bend.tx.us. Some recycling facts:
• It takes about 1-2 million years for glass to decompose.
• It takes 1+ million years for Styrofoam to decompose.
For more facts on decomposition time, visit http://behealthyandrelax.
com/2007/11/how-long-does-it-take-to-decompose.
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Gardening Tips
for March
VEGETABLES
• Plant vegetables such as tomatoes, sweet corn and snap beans
and pepper, as well as cucumbers, lima or butter beans, cantaloupe,
okra (if the soil has warmed sufficiently - 70 degrees F. or higher),
southern peas, pumpkin, squash, peanuts and watermelon.
LAWN
• Re-sod or replant as needed with turfgrasses adapted to this part of
Texas and suited to the planting location (shade or sun).
• When resodding semi-shaded areas with St. Augustine, use ONLY
the variety Floratam for best pest resistance. See www.plantanswers.
com/grass.htm.
TREES AND SHRUBS
• Plant container-grown trees and shrubs as soon as possible. In
shady areas, where grass is difficult to grow, consider planting a
dependable groundcover such as English ivy, Asian jasmine, vinca or
one of the prostrate junipers.
• Prune spring flowering and evergreen shrubs during early March.
However, be sure to prune spring flowering shrubs after they have
bloomed.
• Fertilize with a pre-plant application of a slow-release fertilizer
analysis such as 19 - 5 - 9 at the rate of 3 pounds per 100 square feet
of garden planting area. Early March is the ideal time to fertilize
landscape plants because you give them food just before the spring
growing season starts.
FULSHEAR TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS
If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job
seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www.krenekprinting.
com, click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with your name, birthdate
(mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate and the name of your
newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on your form. Please
make sure your email is correct, we send emails in the summer to make sure
all the info is still good and that you want to stay on the list. If we do not hear
back from you after 3 tries, we will remove you from the list until we do. Must
have parent(s) permission.
DISCLAIMER: Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those listed on
the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out references if you do not personally
know those listed. This is just a list of teenagers from the subdivision who wish to find part
time jobs. Responsibility for any work done by these teenagers is between those seeking
helpers and the teens and their parents.
TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS
MAY NOT BE VIEWED
ONLINE
CODE KEY: B - BABYSITTING, CPR - CPR CERT., FAC - FIRST AID CERT., RCC - RED CROSS
CERT., SS - SAFE SITTER, SL - SWIM LESSONS, PP - PET/PLANT SITTER, P - PET CARE
ONLY, H - HOUSE CARE, L - LAWN CARE, C- CAR CARE/DETAILING, T - TUTORING
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Hot Fruit Compote
You could make this on National Fruit Compote Day March 1 st !
INGREDIENTS:
1 (16 ounce) can pears in juice
1 (15 ounce) can peaches in juice
1 (15 ounce) can pitted cherries in water
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup brown sugar, divided
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter, cut in small pieces
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour
pears, peaches and cherries with their liquids into the prepared baking dish, stir.
Stir oats and 1/4 cup brown sugar together in a bowl, sprinkle over the fruit mixture.
Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup brown sugar over the oat layer. Sprinkle cinnamon over the
brown sugar. Arrange butter pieces evenly over the top. Bake until hot, bubbly and slightly
brown at edges, about 20 minutes.
Serve over waffles, pancakes, scones or shortbread. Also great served warm over vanilla
ice cream!
Source: allrecipes.com
Peanut Clusters
You could make this on National Peanut Cluster Day March 8 th !
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 cup roasted peanuts
2 cups crispy rice cereal
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DIRECTIONS:
In a medium heat-proof bowl, melt together the chocolate chips and condensed milk in
the microwave. Stir frequently until melted and smooth. Stir in the peanuts and rice cereal
until well blended. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto waxed paper. Chill 2 hours to set.
Source: allrecipes.com
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