Bear Creek July 2018

Bear Creek News! 

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July 2018 

Important Numbers pg.3 

Babysitting List 

pg.7 

School News 

pgs.8-10 

Library News 

pgs.18-19 

Recipes pg. 22 

Sports 

pgs.24-25 

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BEAR CREEK 

PURPOSE OF HUNTER’S PARK 

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION 

Hunter’s Park Community Association handles the 

financial and legal affairs of the subdivision. Each 

lot owner is required to pay an annual maintenance 

fee which is used to pay street lights; pay taxes on 

and maintain the common areas, such as the swimming 

pools, tennis courts, etc.; pay for security; and 

pay legal expenses incurred to enforce the deed 

restrictions. 

The Board meets every month at 6:30 p.m. in the 

meeting room at the community building. Residents 

are welcome to attend. Anyone wishing to place 

an item on the agenda should call the HPCA office 

in advance. 

The Annual Meeting of Members is held on the 

4th Thursday of January. 

Members hold three year staggered terms and are 

elected. The election process is as follows: 

1) Mail in ballots will be mailed out with the 

Annual Maintenance fee statements. 

2) Voting in person will begin on the 1st Monday 

after the Annual Meeting ending on the 

following Saturday at 7pm. 

HPCA Office 

Office Phone: 281 463-1216 

Office Hrs: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Mon- Fri. 

Closed Weekends and Major Holidays 

HPCA employs three workers to provide coverage for 

the office. Every effort is made to have one of the three 

employees in the office at all times. Occasionally business 

of the association may require us to be out of the office 

for a short period of time. If we are out of the office 

when you call or if you call after hours, please leave a 

message on the answering machine and your calls will 

be returned as soon as possible during office hours. 

HUNTER’S PARK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION 

Officers 

Gayle Minto - President 

Missy Barna - Vice President 

Shelly Schmitz - Treasurer 

Carol Harless - Secretary 

Legal Counsel - Michael Gainer 

Terry Martin - Member at Large 

Please call HPCA OFFICE at 281-463-1216 to reach a board member. 

Contact the HPCA Office at hpca@bearcreeknetwork.org 

NEW RESIDENTS 

The HPCA office has a new resident package available 

at the office or by mail. Please call 281 463-1216 and 

we will be happy to send the information to you! 

DEED RESTRICTIONS 

Deed restrictions are strictly enforced by Hunter’s Park 

Community Association. Copies of the restrictions 

are available at the association’s office or by mail 

(call 281 463-1216). Complaint forms are included 

in every Bear Creek Newsletter for your convenience. 

The association’s office verifies complaints and writes 

letters to violators. HPCA will initiate legal action 

when warranted, to enforce the deed restrictions. 

ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL 

You must submit any plans for improvements or 

modifications of your home to the Hunter’s Park 

Community Association Office. Your plans will be 

checked to insure that they comply with the deed 

restrictions. This includes re-roofing, playforts (8 

ft. height limit), temporary storage buildings, etc. 

Please call the office at 281 463-1216 if you need 

any additional help or assistance. 

SECURITY 

Hunter’s Park Community Association provides 

additional security currently through a contract 

with Commissioners Court for four Harris County 

Constables. HPCA also hires off-duty deputies on 

an as-needed basis for additional coverage. 

Please call the Constable’s Office at 281 463-6666 

to report any suspicious person, activity or for vacation 

watch. There is a voluntary $2.00 security 

contribution on the M.U.D. #6 water bill that goes to 

each homeowner. The voluntary contributions can 

only be used to pay for security. This contribution 

enables HPCA to provide more coverage without 

raising maintenance fees. 

Judy - Security Directory - HPCA - (281) 463-1216 

WASTE CORPORATION OF TEXAS (WCA) 

WCA collects our trash on Wednesdays and 

Saturdays. Poly-carts, heavy trash and extra bags 

or items will be picked up on both days. Recycling 

picked up on Wednesdays only. The homeowner’s 

maintenance fee does not pay for garbage pickup. 

You must call WCA to start service. Poly-carts 

and recycling bins are provided free of charge to 

homeowners or residents. When regular pickup 

falls on a holiday, New Year’s Day, Memorial 

Day, July 4 th , Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and 

Christmas Day, the pick-up will be made on the 

next regular scheduled pick up day. If your recycling 

day falls on a holiday it will be picked up the next 

week on your normal scheduled recycle day. WCA 

will collect for recycling, papers, plastics, aluminum 

and tin cans that are placed in the recycling bin. If 

items exceed container capacity, please place them 

adjacent to the bin. If you find items left in the bin, 

that are not recyclable, please dispose of the items 

in your polycart. 

Trees, shrubs, brush trimmings and fencing must 

be bundled in lengths no greater than 4 feet, with 

no branch diameter exceeding 3 inches. Items that 

will be picked up, such as: appliances, furniture, 

carpet (up to 1 room, rolled up four feet wide and 

less than fifty pounds), cardboard boxes (flattened). 

Refrigerators and freezers or any other items 

containing Freon must be drained of Freon and 

have an accompanying bill to validate such service 

was performed. 

Items excluded from normal collection are dirt, rocks, 

bricks, concrete, tires, batteries, motor oil, cooking 

oil, waste generated by a private contractor or any 

materials or items deemed hazardous materials. Do 

not dispose of these items in a container that is not 

visible to WCA personnel. 

If you need a special pickup, please call WCA. 

Customer Service: 281-368-8397 

WATER BOARD 

The Water Board is a tax assessing board that 

levies water and sewer taxes and hires a Tax 

Assessor Collector to collect them. Severn Trent 

Services was hired by the Water Board to manage 

the utility district and they can assist you if 

you have any problems. 

The Board meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month 

at 6:00 p.m. at the Community Building. Members 

hold staggered 4 year terms and are elected the 

1st Saturday in April at the Bear Creek Community 

Building. 

HELPFUL NUMBERS 

Hunter's Park Comm. Assoc 281-463-1216 

AT & T 1-800-288-2020 

Trash Service WCA 281-368-8397 

Harris County Animal Control 281-999-3191 

Houston Animal Control 713-238-9600 

Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation 713-468-8972 

Bear Creek Library 281-550-0885 

Buses MTA (Information, Routes & Scheduling) 713-635-4000 

KISD School Bus Info. 281-396-2700 

Harris County Constable’s Office (Clay Road Dispatch) 281-463-6666 

Courthouse Annex (16715 Clay Road) 281-463-7759 

Pct. 5 Judge Jeff Williams 713-274-0800 

Chief Clerk 713-274-0802 

Katy Independent School District Administration Office: 281-396-6000 

Bear Creek Elementary (K-5) 281-237-5600 

Cardiff Junior High (6-8) 281-234-0600 

Mayde Creek Senior High (9-12) 281-237-3000 

U. S. Post Office (Bear Creek) 1-800-275-8777 

Harris Ct Pct 4 Community Assistance: 

(for roadway/stop signs etc. county issures 281-353-8424 

Harris County Health Dept. 713-439-6000 

Repairs: Street Lights Centerpoint Energy 713-207-2222 

(to report non-functioning light, give address and pole # off of pole needing repair) 

Street Repair 281-353-8424 

(streets and curbs owned/maintained by Harris County) 

Utilities Severn Trent Services (HCUD#6) water/sewer 281-579-4500 

(24 hour emergency:) 281-398-8211 

Centerpoint Gas 713-659-2111 

To report gas leaks & explosions 713-659-3552 

Centerpoint Energy 713-207-2222 

Help Katy Christian Ministries Domestic Abuse Center 281-391-4504 

Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse 713-520-8620 

Greenhouse Landfill 281-492-2558 

Compucycle Electronics Recycling 713-869-6700 

Harris County Household Hazardous Waste Facility 281-560-6200 

Citizens Animal Protection 281-497-0597 

Animal Cruelty Task Force 

832-92-PAWS 

www.927PAWS.org 

Hot Lines: Battered Women & Children’s Hotline (Wires-24) 713-528-2121 

Crisis Hotline (24 Hours) 713-228-1505 

Harris County Children’s Protective Servs.(24) 713-394-4000 

Poison Control (24 hours) 1-800-222-1222 

Rabies Control 281-999-3191 

Rape Crisis (24) 713-528-7273 

Suicide Prevention (24 hours) 713-228-1505 

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BEAR CREEK JULY 4 TH 

COMMUNITY WIDE PARADE 

The parade will be held on Wednesday, July 4, 2018, beginning at 9 AM. Participants will assemble 

at Bear Creek Elementary School. Led by the firetrucks, the parade will proceed down Four Leaf, 

turn on Hidden Springs/Pine Mountain and continue to the community center on Hickory Downs. 

There will be lemonade and ice cream for everyone at the gazebo. 

This is a fun event and everyone is invited to join us. Walkers, strollers, 

bike riders, scouts, floats, special cars are all part of the parade. If you just 

want to watch, we invite you to do that. No matter what you choose, you 

are welcome to come and enjoy refreshments at the community center. 

The Harris County Constables and Cy Fair Fire department will be on hand 

to ensure everyone’s safety. 

If you would like to help with this community event, please contact Cindy 

Miller at cindym0918@yahoo.com. 

H.P.C.A. OFFICE 

4503 A Hickory Downs 

Houston, TX 77084 

281-463-1216 

RESIDENT OFFICE HOURS 

The office is open to residents 

Mon.-Fri. 9AM to 4 PM 

PCT. 5 CONSTABLES 

281-463-6666 

2018 POOL SCHEDULE 

• WIGHTMAN POOL: 

15918 Boulder Oaks at Rippling Water 

Hours: 11 AM-9 PM 

Open daily: May 25 th -August 15 th 

Closed: Thursdays 

• FAIRWAY POOL: 

4702 Hidden Springs at Laurel Heights 

Hours: 11 AM-9 PM 

Open Memorial Weekend: May 26 th -28 th 

Open daily: May 25 th -September 3 rd 

Closed: Tuesdays* 

Open weekends only, 11 AM-7 PM: 

September 8 th - September 30 th 

*Note: Fairway pool to be 

opened on July 4 th . 

Bear Creek Community Newsletter | July 2018 

POOL CARDS 

If you missed pool card pick up days, you may complete card application 

and mail to or drop off at the HPCA Office. Cards will be mailed each Tuesday 

and may not be picked up at office. Residents must show ID and Renters 

must show ID and current copy of lease agreement. If mailing application, 

please include copy of ID (along with copy of lease agreement if leasing). 

HUNTERS PARK 2018 MEETING SCHEDULE 

2 nd Thursday monthly at 6:30 PM 

(Annual Meeting, 4 th Thursday of January, 7:30 PM) 

July 12, 2018 August 9, 2018 

September 13, 2018 October 11, 2018 

November 8, 2018 December 13, 2018 

(Annual Meeting, January 24, 2019) 

IMPORTANT HPCA INFORMATION 

ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL 

ANY changes or modifications made to the exterior of structures or on property, 

i.e., paint colors, roofs, sheds, etc, MUST BE APPROVED THROUGH THE 

HPCA OFFICE BEFORE ANY MODIFICATIONS BEGIN. Applications for home 

modifications may be obtained through our website, email, mail or at office. 

TO REPORT LOST AND FOUND 

Call HPCA Office at 281-463-1216 to REPORT lost or found pets or articles. 

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CRIME WATCH REPORT 

Reported Incidents for Month of May 2018: 

911 Hang Up 1 

Accident/FSGI 5 

Alarm Locals 7 

Animal Humane 9 

Burglary/Habitat 2 

Burglary/Motor Vehicle 1 

Child Custody Dispute 1 

Criminal Mischief 2 

Disturbance/Family 1 

Disturbance/Loud Noise 10 

Domestic/Other 8 

Drug/OD/Possession 1 

DWI 1 

Evading 1 

Forgery 1 

Fraudulent Use ID 1 

Mental Case 1 

Missing Persons 1 

Open Door/Window 4 

Road Rage 1 

Suspicious Persons 7 

Terroristic Threat 1 

Theft/Other 1 

Traffic Initiative 21 

Traffic Hazard 4 

Traffic Stops 10 

Unk Medical Emerg 2 

Vehicles Repossessions 3 

Vehicles Suspicious 12 

Warrant Service 2 

Welfare Checks 4 

HPCA MEETING OPPORTUNITIES 

Residents have an opportunity to gather monthly with the Board 

at our Community Center. This gives HPCA members a chance to 

visit, meet neighbors and voice concerns. 

The Board meets each month (12 times per year) to conduct normal 

business. You can always request to be on the agenda or have 

a special meeting. Please refer to the above noted schedule for 

residents meeting dates and times. 

Call HPCA office for details or questions. 

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH 

For extra security, our subdivision has a contract with the Harris 

County Precinct 5 Constable’s Department. 

Notify the Constables immediately at 281-463-6666 if you see 

any suspicious persons, vehicles or activities. Please, if possible, 

obtain license plate numbers, color, make and model of vehicle. 

Description of person(s). Was suspicious person walking, riding a 

bike? - location - as much information as possible will be helpful! 

Vacation Watch - This informs our Deputies that you are on vacation. 

Please call the Constable’s Dept. at 281-463-6666 in the event you 

will be out of town to set up your vacation watch. 

SIGN POSTINGS 

DO NOT POST SIGNS OF ANY KIND ON COUNTY SIGNS OR 

EASEMENTS. IT IS AGAINST THE LAW AND YOU CAN BE FINED! 

KEEP BEAR CREEK BEAUTIFUL! 

Homeowners and residents, please store your polycarts, recycle 

bins and all other items out of public view. Trash should be put 

out the night before or day of pickup and polycarts should be 

promptly removed same day as pickup. Let’s keep our neighborhood 

beautiful! 

HARRIS COUNTY LEASH LAW 

Animals that are not properly restrained pose a threat to all our residents. 

While you may know your pet is friendly, an animal running 

at someone who is walking by is very scary for that person. Many 

children are afraid of animals and become frightened, which could 

result in the child getting hurt trying to avoid the animal. 

Harris County Animal Control advises, “All dogs and cats must be 

kept under restraint while in the unincorporated areas of Harris 

County, Texas. The custodian of a dog or cat is not authorized to 

have, harbor or keep any unlicensed dog or cat nor to allow any 

dog or cat to become a stray.” 

Restraint is defined as “the control of a dog or cat under the following 

circumstances: 

1. When it is controlled by a line or leash not more than six (6) feet in 

length, if the line or leash is held by a human being, who is capable 

of controlling or governing the dog or cat in question 

2. When it is within a fully enclosed vehicle 

3. When it is on the premise of the custodian and the animal does 

not have access to sidewalk or street.” 

While it may be nice to have your animal out in the yard while you 

work or play, it is against the law, unless the animal is properly 

restrained. 

Let’s all help keep our community a safe and comfortable place 

for all our residents by being responsible pet owners. This will not 

only protect anyone who may be walking or bicycling in the area, 

but also the pet owner who could be held legally responsible or 

possibly sued for failing to properly restrain their pet. 

Please remember that cats fall under the same laws as dogs and 

must be licensed and kept restrained when not on the premises 

of the owner. We’ve been told that spreading moth balls in flower 

beds might keep cats away. 

To make a complaint or report an animal that is not properly restrained 

please contact: 

Harris County Precinct #5, Contract #87: 281-463-6666 

Harris County Animal Control: 281-999-3191 

Harris County Health Department, Rabies/Animal Control Section 

2223 West Loop South, Houston, Texas 77027-3588 

www.countypets.com 

BARKING DOGS 

If you have a problem with a neighbor’s dog constantly barking, 

you should first contact the pet owner and make them aware of the 

problem. In the event that doesn’t work, you should then contact 

the Constables at 281-463-6666 to file a complaint. 

LOOSE OR LOST PETS & DOG BITES 

Contact Harris County Animal Control at 281-999-3191 or 3194. 

STREET LIGHTS OUT? 

Contact Centerpoint Energy at 713-207-2222. You will need to give 

the address where the pole is located and provide the stenciled 

number on the front of the pole. You may also report the outage 

on the website at: www.centerpointenergy.com/outage. 


COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE, 

PRECINCT 4 COMMISSIONER JACK CAGLE 

For street repairs, manhole covers, tree limbs hanging over street, etc., 

contact Community Assistance at 281-353-8424. 

HOW TO MAKE A DEED RESTRICTION 

VIOLATION COMPLAINT 

Any resident may file a complaint in either of two ways: 

1. Simply make a phone call to the Hunter’s Park Community 

Association Office at 281-463-1216. 

2. Fill out the complaint form below and drop it in the mail. 

All complaints will be held strictly confidential. 

REMEMBER: If we don’t know about a violation, we can’t correct it. 

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Address of Violation _____________________________________ 

Frequency/Time of Violation ______________________________ 

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(YOUR IDENTITY WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL) 

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the issuance of a citation and excessive false alarm fees. You can get a 

copy of the permit application and review the regulations regarding 

permit requirements at the Harris County Sheriff’s Office website. 

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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 

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

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

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

Responsibility for any work done by these teenagers is between those 

seeking helpers and the teens and their parents. 

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Sat.-Aug. 11 Open to all 10-2 PM 

Fri. -Aug.17 Open to all 4-7:30 PM 

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Congratulations to the SEASCS Class of 2018! The recent alumni were accepted to Frassati, Incarnate Word Academy, St. Agnes Academy, 

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academic scholarships: Sani Jones and Vincent Tran for achieving a top score on the high school entrance exam at St. John XXIII College 

Preparatory, Peyton Woodlief scored in the top 2% earning him the St. Thomas Aquinas Scholarship and Blake Stefonsky scored in the 

top 3% earning him the Goodness, Discipline and Knowledge Scholarship from St. Thomas High School and Makynzie Kitzmann, Emma 

Nguyen and Kati Rzasnicki earned scholarships from Incarnate Word Academy for scoring in the top 96% on the entrance exam. We want 

to wish the Class of 2018 the best of luck on their future in education! 

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In my role as executive director 

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I am frequently asked by parents 

or teachers how to help 

children when they or their 

community experiences a 

tragedy. 

Every child reacts differently 

to loss. Younger children handle 

the news differently than older children. A child’s personality and 

values influence their reaction. Parents and teachers may notice children 

displaying a greater amount of energy following a tragedy. Energy 

released by their body’s natural response when safety is threatened 

will find its way into more irritability, fidgeting and inability to focus 

on tasks at hand. 

But there are some things individuals who are raising or working with 

children can do. 

Model calmness. 

Children will look to parents and other adults to cue their interpretation 

and reaction to the tragedy. When children see the adults around them 

remaining calm, they will be more easily reassured of their own safety. 

Help them talk. 

Parents frequently have difficulty discussing such horrible tragedies 

with their children. As with other times of loss, they do not know exactly 

what to say. Being available to listen to what children want to say 

will likely be more helpful than putting together a lecture. Encourage 

children to express how they feel when they are ready to discuss it. 

Honestly answer questions. 

When children do not know the answers, they will ask questions. Parents 

who patiently attempt to answer tough questions will see their 

children move through the pain of the tragic event. If you don’t know 

the answers, tell them so. Reassuring them of their present safety will 

help them learn to overcome fears that they might be struggling with. 

Limit access to tragedy news. 

Monitoring your children’s access to news reports of the tragedy will help 

reduce the possibility of nightmares. When a child watches news programs 

about a tragedy, parents should be present to discuss the contents of reports. 

Keep them busy. 

One of the most important things that a parent can do to help their 

children work through a tragedy is to maintain the routine and structure 

of their children’s lives. Keep appointments. Carry on with chores and 

responsibilities. Meet obligations. 

Help them help. 

Every person touched by a tragedy is motivated to help in some way. The 

negative emotions of fear, sorrow and anger can be channeled into acts of 

kindness. Having a child gather items for tragedy victims, write a thankyou 

note to the first responders or draw a picture for someone intimately 

involved will help them feel they are making a difference. These actions 

can help them regain a sense of control over their situation. 

Remember that each child is an individual. What helps one child might 

not help another. If there are significant changes in behavior, mood or 

sleeping patterns, it is important to make a visit to a physician or professional 

counselor to assess what professional help might be available. 

Above all else, let them know they are loved. 

Roy Wooten is the Executive Director of Shield-Bearer Counseling Centers, 

a 501c3 nonprofit charity with offices in NW Houston, Tomball, Katy, 

Cy Fair, Greenspoint and Conroe. Shield-Bearer is “fighting for hearts” 

on the front lines of healthy relationships. Learn how you can join us 

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What’s Happening 

in Your Area! 

Garage Sales 

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church 

Huge Annual Garage Sale 

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church (6646 Addicks Satsuma Road) will 

hold their Annual Garage Sale July 20-21, 2018. Toys, tools, furniture, 

electronics, bikes, home and kitchen supplies and decor, sports 

equipment, clothing, shoes, art and more! Collecting Donations: 

July 1-July 19, 2018. 

Sale Days: 

Friday, July 20 th , 5-8 PM, come for best selection. 

$5 per person, entry fee for ages 16+. 

Saturday, July 21 st , 7 AM-12 Noon. Free Entry. 

CLEARANCE, EVERYTHING MUST GO! Saturday, July 21 st , 1-6 PM. Free 

Entry. Fill a box or a Bag. Small $1, Medium $5, Large $10. Furniture and 

Appliances NEGOTIABLE. 

Vendors Needed For Craft Shows 

Holiday Market Vendor Opportunities 

The Ladies Auxiliary from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton is holding their 26 th 

annual Gingerbread Village Holiday Market on October 27, 2018. We 

are located at 6646 Addicks Satsuma Road, Houston, 77041. If you are 

a vendor who would like to showcase your arts, crafts, seasonal décor, 

etc. at our event, please email: gingerbreadvillage@yahoo.com for more 

information or application. 

VBS 

Saint Aidan’s Episcopal Church 

VBS - July 9-13, 2018 • 13131 Fry Road, Cypress, TX 77433 

Take an adventure with us for an exciting and adventurous week, July 

9 th -13 th at VBS! Regular registration is April 23 rd -June 16 th , costing $30. 

Registration can be found at aidanschurch.org! Our theme this year is 

Shipwrecked: Rescued by Jesus. Kids will learn what it means that Jesus 

carries us and with us through life’s storms. Registration can be found at 

aidanschurch.org. For more information, contact Taylor Durr at 

taylor@aidanschurch.org. 

Vacation Bible School at St. 

Cuthbert Church 

Pack your suitcase, we’re sailing off to the islands! St. Cuthbert Episcopal 

Church invites children to an International Vacation Bible School: Cruisin’ 

the Caribbean. Join us the week of July 9 th -12 th from 9 AM-12 Noon to 

experience the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the unique cultures at 

Cruisin’ the Caribbean VBS, where kids discover how much God loves the 

world. The children will sing catchy songs, play high-energy games, dig into 

yummy tropical treats, experience cool Bible adventures and explore what 

daily life is like for people in the Caribbean islands. Each day concludes 

with a closing celebration that gets everyone involved in living what they’ve 

learned. We will celebrate our week on Sunday, July 15 th at 10:30 AM 

Cruisin’ the Caribbean VBS is for children entering kindergarten through 

entering fifth grade. Visit stcuthbert.org to register your child. St. 

Cuthbert Church is located at 17020 West Road at the corner of West and 

Queenston. Contact us at vbs@stcuthbert.org or 281-463-7330. Join us 

for a Vacation Bible School adventure! 


Copperfield Bible Church VBS 

July 23 rd -27 th , 10 AM-1 PM: Copperfield Bible Church is hosting Vacation 

Bible School for children from 5 to 11 years old. The theme of this year’s 

VBS is Big Heart Farms - Where God’s Fruit Grows. Children will learn more 

about the fruit of the spirit, memorize verses, sing songs, play games and 

make fun crafts. There is no charge for VBS, but space is limited. 

Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information 

or to request a registration form, please call 281-550-9321 or email 

valerie.phillips@copperfieldbiblechurch.org. Copperfield Bible Church is 

located ½ mile east of HWY 6, at 15216 FM 529. 

Summer Camps 

Summer Camps At 

Epiphany Lutheran Church & School 

Epiphany Lutheran Church & School has your summer wrapped up! 

Serving our community for over 30 years, we offer affordable summer 

camps for children ages 3 years old (must be potty trained) through 

entering 8 th grade. Visit our website at www.elcsh.org and click on the 

summer camp link to find a complete list of camps and register online. 

Our 3-day Mini Camps are for Preschool age 3 - entering First grade. 

These camps run Tuesday through Thursday from 9 AM-2 PM. Preschool 

camps include Art, Spanish, Science and more! 

We keep these little ones busy with engaging and fun activities! Specialty 

camps for youth entering Kindergarten through 8 th grade run Monday- 

Friday and vary in time and cost according to the camps. Our specialty 

camps include Lego STEM classes, Sports Camps and Robotics! If you 

have any questions, please feel free to contact Beth Hixon, Director of 

Children’s Ministries at bhixon@elcsh.org or call 713-896-1773. Epiphany 

Lutheran Church and School is located at 

14423 West Road, Houston, TX 77041. 

Camp Cornerstone is the place to 

be this summer for ages 2 through 

completion of 4th grade! 

Camp Cornerstone is a week-long camp sponsored by Cornerstone United 

Methodist Church and is for children ages 2 through the completion of 4 th 

grade. Children must be 2 by June 1, 2018. Camp hours are 9:30 AM-1 

PM. There are 3 sessions throughout the summer and you are invited to 

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Adventures” is August 6 th -10 th . The cost per camp per child is $120. 

You may pay $60 now and the remaining $60 on the first day of camp. 

Registration forms are online or in the preschool office. To download a 

form from the Cornerstone website, go to www.cornerstoneumc.org and 

click on “preschool.” You will see a tab for Camp Cornerstone. You can print 

the form and have it filled out before you arrive, saving yourself time! 

Before each camp session begins, you will hear from your child’s teacher 

so you can learn more about the camp and she will answer any questions 

you may have about the week-long fun. Each day your child will bring a 

backpack and a lunch as they enjoy each other and the special things 

they will do during the week. We look forward to having your child at 

camp this summer! It’s a great time for everyone and you don’t want to 

miss any of it! Registration will continue through May 3, 2018 or until 

camp classes are full. Please call the preschool office at 281-859-1612 if 

you have any questions. The preschool office hours are: 

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Messiah Lutheran Church Camp Hope 

Week 1, July 9-13, 2018, 9:30 AM-3:30 PM: Set Your Compass. 

This week at Camp Hope we will follow some individuals and find out 

how they stayed on course on this Great Adventure! Want to join our 

team? Then get ready for an amazing ride and set YOUR compass. 

Week 2, July 16-20, 2018, 9:30 AM-3:30 PM: Pack Your Bags. 

Life is filled with choices. This week we will walk with Jesus as he teaches 

us that there are important decisions to make about who we should be as 

people of God. What things do we need on this Great Adventure? 

Week 3, July 23-27, 2018, 9:30 AM-3:30 PM: Start Your Adventure. 

An adventure is filled with excitement but it rarely turns out the way we 

plan. This week of Camp Hope, we will see how things can change along 

the way. Join in and discover the Great Adventure. 

Camp Hope is our three-week day camp for children ages 5 years old through 

6 th grade. It is an adult mentored student led ministry. Each day, children will 

hear a new Bible story; learn what it means to their life by creating a craft, 

eating a snack, playing a game and experiencing the story through expressive 

arts and worship. Parents are invited to register their children online at www. 

messiahlc.org/camp-hope. For more information, call 281-890-3013. Messiah 

is located at 11522 Telge Road, ½ mile north of Highway 290. 

“Camp Read S’more” Is An Exciting Reading 

Camp For Kindergarten Through 5Th Grade! 

This is the third summer this educational and fun reading camp is being 

offered at Clay Road Baptist School/Church! Camp hours are from 9 AM-3 

PM Monday-Friday. The cost each week is $150 per child. Early drop-off 

and late pick-up is available for an additional charge. 

“CAMP READ S’MORE” will be offered the weeks of July 9 th , 16 th , 23 rd , 30 th 

and August 6 th . Each week is a new adventure with activities, games and 

more! Don’t let your child miss out on the fun and help your child develop 

a love of reading! Contact readsmore2018@gmail.com to get your “CAMP 

READ S’MORE” flyer and registration form! 

Stageworks Theatre 

Summer Acting Academy classes 

Sign up now for the best summer ever! Stageworks Theatre announces 

A Summer of Epic Adventure, its 2018 Summer Acting Academy classes. 

Performance and skill-based classes are available for all ages and all levels 

of experience. Morning and afternoon classes, as well as one, two and 

three week options run all summer long and if needed, before and after 

care is offered. Classes run through August 17, 2018 where kids can put on 

a show, design props, sets or costumes while having a blast! Registration is 

open now. Go to www.stageworkstx.org for more classes and details. 

The Greatest Showman: July 9-13, 2018, 8:30-11:30 AM, 

(Ages 5-12) and 1-4 PM (Ages 13-18), cost $150 

Stunts, Parkour & Ninja Tricks: July 23-27, 2018, 8:30-11:30 AM, 

(Ages 5-12), cost $150 

Biology of Fight Choreography: June 4-8, 2018, 1-4 PM 

(Ages 13-18), cost $150 

Fashionista’s Project Runway: July 6-10, 2018, 1-4 PM 

(Ages 13-18), cost $150 

TWO-WEEK CAMPS 

Sinbad The Untold Tale: July 23-August 3, 2018, 9 AM-4 PM, 

(Ages 8-14) and 10 AM-5 PM, (Ages 13-18), cost $300 

THREE-WEEK CAMPS (MUSICALS) 

Musicville: July 9-27, 2018, 8:30 AM-3:30 PM, (Ages 6-12), cost $450 

Kamp Kaos-Musical Version: July 9-27, 2018, 9 AM-4 PM, 

(Ages 8-14), cost $450 

The Pirates of Penzance: July 9-27, 2018, 10 AM-5 PM, (Ages 13-18), 

cost $450 

Seussical the Musical: July 30-August 17, 2018, 8:30 AM-3:30 PM, 

(Ages 6-12), cost $450 

Heathers the Musical: July 30-August 17, 2018, 10 AM-5 PM, 

(Ages 13-18), cost $450 

More camps offered on the website. 

If you’d like to discuss what classes are best for your performer, contact 

at info@stageworkstx.org or 281-587-6100. Classes will take place at 

Stageworks Theatre, 10760 Grant Road, Houston, Texas 77070. Payment 

plans are available. (*Details subject to change. No class will be offered 

during the July 4 th week. All students are invited to an end-of-year 

celebration August 18 th , 2-5 PM!) 


Texas A&M Agrilife Extension And The Harris 

County 4-H Youth Development Camps 

Registration open on Eventbrite for any of these events-$20 per youth $10 Per 

Adult. Contact Sheryl Nolen, CEA 4-H at snolen@ag.tamu.edu or call 281-620- 

1170 for more information. You do not have to be a 4-H member to participate. 

Date: July 24, 2018 • Time: 9:30 AM-2 PM 

Location: Trini Mendenhall Community Center - 

1414 Wirt Rd., Houston, TX 77055 

4-H Summer Stitches sew FUN Day Camp. Let’s get creative learning to sew 

a cute denim purse from re-purposed jeans! Come learn sewing skills at the 

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service 4-H Summer Stitches Day Camp. The West 

Houston Quilters Guild will be providing support for this fun sewing project. 

Participants should bring an old pair of denim blue jeans for the project. We 

will provide the supplies to embellish and all the sewing equipment needed 

to complete the project. This summer camp is open to all youth 9 years of age 

or older. Adults are encouraged to attend. Please purchase an adult ticket to 

participate. No lunch or refreshments are provided. All participates should 

pack their lunch and bring what they want to consume. 

Date: July 19, 2018 • Time: 9:30 AM-2 PM 

Location: Tracy Gee Community Center - 3599 Westcenter Dr, 


4-H Kids That Cook Summer Day Camp is a chance for youth to gain food 

preparation skills and test their culinary instincts. Participants will be handson 

working in teams to prepare recipes and learn about nutrition for healthy 

growth. Teams will be challenged by the 4-H version of “Chopped Junior 

Chef” to create a recipe from a mystery bag of ingredients and present their 

dish to judges. Food Challenge is one of the most popular 4-H contests and 

this camp will give participants a taste of all the excitement! This summer 

camp is open to all youth age 9 years of age and up. Adults can purchase 

a ticket to attend. No lunch or refreshments are provided. All participates 

should pack their lunch and bring what they want to eat if they have food 

allergies or are not likely to eat what we cook. We provide all the resources 

and equipment for the program. 

Date: July 24, 2018 Time: 9:30 AM-2 PM 

Trini Mendenhall Community Center - 1414 Wirt Rd. Houston, TX 77055 

4-H Kids That Cook Summer Day Camp is a chance for youth to gain food 

preparation skills and test their culinary instincts. Participants will be handson 

working in teams to prepare recipes and learn about nutrition for healthy 

growth. Teams will be challenged by the 4-H version of “Chopped Junior Chef” 

to create a recipe from a mystery bag of ingredients and present their dish to 

judges. Food Challenge is one of the most popular 4-H contests and this camp 

will give participants a taste of all the excitement! This summer camp is open 

to all youth age 9 years of age and up. Adults can purchase a ticket to attend. 

No lunch or refreshments are provided. All participates should pack their lunch 

and bring what they want to eat if they have food allergies or are not likely to 

eat what we cook. We provide all the resources and equipment for the program. 

The Arc of Katy’s Summer Day Program! 

The Time to Enroll is Now! 

The Arc of Katy is currently taking applications for three Summer Program 

sessions for teens and adults with intellectual and development disabilities who 

are at least 16 years of age and meet the program’s minimum requirements. 

The Day Program will be held Monday through Friday, weekly, 

from 8 AM until 3 PM at: 

The Arc of Katy 5819 Tenth Street, Suite C Katy, Texas 77493 

Three Sessions are being held this Summer: 

Session 2: July 2-July 27, 2018 

Session 3: July 30-August 17, 2018 

Each session will include a variety of fun activities including excursions, 

crafts, life skills, games and much more. Summer Program cost is $35 

per day and participant must be a current member of The Arc of Katy to 

participate. Participants will bring a snack and lunch most days and will 

receive an Arc of Katy t-shirt. For more information and forms, please visit 

www.thearcofkaty.org. 


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Blood Drives/ Health 

Cornerstone UMC 

BLOOD DRIVE 

SUNDAY, July 8th, 8 AM-12:30 PM 

Please join us on Sunday, July 8 th at the 

Mobile Unit in our parking lot at 18081 West 

Rd, 77095 from 8 AM to 12:30 PM. PLEASE go 

online and sign up at www.giveblood.org for 

Cornerstone United Methodist Church. Thank 

you in advance for your Commitment to Life!! 

For more information, please call the church 

office at 281-859-4141 or email Michele Moura 

at mmoura56@gmail.com. 

St. Cuthbert Episcopal 

Blood Drive 

St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church will be hosting a 

Blood Drive on Sunday, July 29 th beginning at 

8:30 AM. A mobile unit will be in the parking lot 

until 12:30 PM. To donate, you must be at least 

17 years of age, at least 110 lbs. and in good 

general health. 

If just 20 people donate, we can save 60 lives! It 

only takes about 15 minutes, so please stop by. 

Save a life - donate blood. St. Cuthbert is located 

at 17020 West Road (at Queenston). For more 

information, visit us at www.st.cuthbert.org. 

Low-Cost Sports Physicals 

Saturday, July 18, 2018, 8 AM-Noon 

Sports physicals for area student athletes. 

Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports 

Medicine will provide low-cost annual sports 

physicals for Northwest Houston-area studentathletes 

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Things to do in the 

Houston area 

Houston Area Events 

And Road Trips 

July 18 th -July 22 nd - Houston World Series 

of Dog Shows. Held at NRG Park, 8400 Kirby 

Dr., Houston, TX 77054 from 8 AM-6 PM. 

Admission: $15 for Adults, $10 for Seniors 55+/ 

Active/Retired Military personnel and family 

with ID, Children 12 and younger with adult 

free and parking is $12 (Cash ONLY). Share 

your love of dogs at one of the finest indoor 

dog shows in America, held in Houston’s NRG 

Center. See dogs come, sit, stay and run as 

they compete in different events to show off 

their uniqueness, beauty, strength, speed 

and dexterity. Tickets are available online at 

www.houstondogshows.com. 

July 19 th - Houston Zoo After Dark. Held at 

the Houston Zoo, 6200 Hermann Park Drive, 

Houston, TX 77030 from 6-10 PM. Admission 

is $35. The Houston Zoo is staying open late 

just for the 21-and-up crowd to serve up the 

fun. During After Dark, adults can explore the 

zoo at their own pace from 6-8 PM before 

the party begins at 8 PM. The zoo is kickin’ 

it country-style. Guests can break out their 

boots and get ready to two-step and line 

dance to a live band or challenge friends to 

a game of cornhole or horseshoes. For more 

information or to purchase tickets, visit 

www.houstonzoo.org/after-dark/. 

July 27 th - Moonlit Harvest will kick off the 

festival featuring the Blessing of the Vines, 

followed by an evening of grape picking 

and stomping in the Messina Hof Estate 

Vineyard. Dinner will feature a fabulous 

vineyard cuisine buffet with a wide selection 

of complimentary wines for guests to enjoy! 

Moonlit Harvest ticket includes grape 

picking & stomping. Tickets are available 

at all Messina Hof winery locations or 

online. General Admission is $59.95 (plus 

tax & gratuity). Includes general admission, 

Harvest shirt and reserved dinner buffet in 

The Gallery. 

July 28 th - The Fajita Festival is a celebration 

of Mexican culture, food, drinks and 

entertainment. Come hungry with family and 

friends to enjoy a day filled with a variety of 

delicious fajita tacos! Texas cookers will have 

the grill fired up for this 3 rd Annual Event! 

This event benefits Texas Lions Camp (www. 

LionsCamp.com). Entertainment/Interactive 

include: Taco and Jalapeno Eating Contest, 

Live Art Walls, Photo Area, Kids Playground 

(Bouncy House, Jumpers and more!), DJ’s, 

Costume Characters and more. For more 

information, visit www.TheFajitaFest.com. 

Through August 11 th - Bands on the Sand at 

Moody Gardens. Enjoy this popular summer 

concert series with fireworks on Friday and 

Saturday nights. Featuring local and regional 

bands ranging from R&B, rock, country and 

blues, families can rock out as they float in 

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10 REASONS WHY READING IS SO IMPORTANT 

1. IMAGINATION 

By reading, you are exposed to so many wonderful things. This helps your 

imagination when it comes to creating and thinking. By reading, you are 

painting those pictures of the story in your mind. Books can take you anywhere 

you want to go. 

2. FOCUS AND CONCENTRATION 

When you are reading, you are focusing and concentrating on one thing. By 

sitting still and reading, you are training your body/mind and your child’s 

to slow down, relax and focus on what you are reading. This helps you/ 

your child focus and concentrate on other activities because you are used 

to doing it. 

3. READING IMPROVES YOUR MEMORY 

When you read a book, you are taking in all that the book is about. People, 

places, things… When you read you are using your memory muscle which 

lies in the Cerebrum part of your brain. Using this muscle helps your memory 

long term. I’m sure you’ve probably heard of muscle memory, same 

kind of thing. 

4. READING HELPS WITH COMMUNICATION 

Reading to your children helps build a bond and open up communication. 

It’s always important to be able to talk with your kids especially when they 

get into their teenage years. Start reading to them and communicating when 

they are young so they have that connection and comfort with talking to you. 

It also helps with communicating as adults and gives you more to talk about. 

5. ENTERTAINMENT 

Reading is the best cheap or free entertainment you can get. Love your 

library and any bookseller, because these books can open up the world 

you might never have imagined. 

6. BONDING 

Nurturing and one-on-one attention from parents during reading encourages 

children to form a positive association with books and reading. Also, 

goes with #4 above - Communication. Reading to your children is another 

way of showing them love. 

7. LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT 

Babies and children learn to talk by hearing words. The more they hear, the 

more likely they are to talk and understand what’s being said. Your child’s 

language skills and literacy depend on you talking and reading to them. 

Now doesn’t that sound important?! 

8. CHEAP OR FREE EDUCATION 

Reading a book for something that you want to learn about saves you so 

much money. We all know how expensive taking classes can be, so why not 

spend time reading about it instead. You can teach yourself with specific 

books. Same goes for children. If they are interested in learning about 

rainbows, they can read books about weather. Or you can read to them. 

Supplying a variety of books to your children will pique their interests and 

get them learning even more. 

9. FLUENCY 

Fluency is defined as the ability to read with speed, accuracy and expression. 

Powerful and effective language. 

10. READING MAKES YOU SMARTER 

We know its been proven that reading makes you smarter. Readers display 

greater knowledge of how things work, vocabulary and language development, 

as well as information on people, places and things. 

Reading Rocks!!! 


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Library News 

KATHERINE TYRA 

(BEAR CREEK) PUBLIC LIBRARY 

16719 Clay Road, Houston, TX 77084, 

281-550-0885 

Our hours are: Monday - 1 PM - 8 PM, 

Tuesday/Thursday - 10 AM - 6 PM, 

Wednesday -10 AM - 8 PM, 

Friday - 1 PM - 6 PM, 

Saturday - 10 AM - 5 PM. 

Please call or go online for schedule of 

all programs. 

• SUMMER READING PROGRAM - through August 

4 th . There will be several programs and activities 

for children, teens and adults at the library this 

summer. Sign up for our Summer Reading Program 

and earn prizes for reading or activities. 

• COMPUTER CLASSES: COMPUTER HELP BY AP- 

POINTMENT - Mondays at 3 PM and 3:30 PM. Reserve 

a 30 minute session to troubleshoot an issue 

with your computer, tablet or phone. Or, learn how 

to download the library’s e-books or e-audiobooks 

to your device. Please bring your device with you. 

Registration is required. 

• CONVERSATIONAL ESL - Thursdays, 2 PM. Join our 

free Conversational ESL class each week. Attendees 

will need to fill out an application. Everyone is welcome. 

Please join us! 

• SAVVY STITCHERS - Thursdays, 3:30 PM. The 

Savvy Stitchers is a place to share ideas for different 

crafts such as knitting and crochet! Don’t miss out 

on the weekly fun! Make sure to bring your needles 

and yarn. All ages welcome. 

CHILDREN 

• LUNCH BUNCH - Monday through Friday, 1 PM. 

This is a special Summer Feeding program sponsored 

by the Houston Food Bank. We are serving 

Free lunch to kids ages 0-18, we will also offer a 

lunch to the parent/caregiver who accompanies the 

child to the program. Come enjoy a balanced meal 

and enjoy fun activities at the library too! 

• PRESCHOOL STORY TIME - Tuesdays at 10:30 

AM. Early literacy program with stories, songs, fingerplays 

and the occasional craft geared towards 

preschoolers aged 3-6 yrs old. In order to ensure 

the safety of our youngest patrons, this is a ticketed 

program. Free tickets are available on the morning 

of the program. First come, first served. 

• INFANT STORY TIME - Wednesdays at 10:30 AM. 

Infant Time is an early literacy program for the 

children ages birth to 18 months. Please join us as 

we share literacy tips, stories, songs, fingerplays, 

bubbles and books. In order to ensure the safety 

of our youngest patrons this is a ticketed program. 

Free ticket available on the morning of the program 

in the library. 

• COMMUNITY STORYTIME AT CLAY’S RESTAU- 

RANT - Wednesdays at 2:30 PM. Community 

Storytime is an early literacy program for children 

ages 18 months to 6 years. Come join us at Clay’s 

Restaurant, 17717 Clay Road, as we share literacy 

tips, stories, songs and fingerplays. Each week 

this storytime will be an adaption of our library’s 

preschool or toddler program. We want to thank 

Clay’s Restaurant for partnering with us in providing 

community storytime. 

• TODDLER TIME - Thursdays at 10:30 AM. Toddler 

Time is an early literacy program for children ages 

18 months to 3 years of age. Please join us as we 

share literacy tips, stories, songs and fingerplays. In 

order to ensure the safety of our youngest patrons 

this is a ticketed program. Free tickets are available 

on the morning of the program in the library. 

• LILY’S LIBRARY TALES - Saturdays at 11 AM. Come 

to the library for a family friendly storytime with Lily, 

a certified therapy dog! This program is in partnership 

with Tender Loving K-9s. All ages welcome. 

All programs are free and open to the public. For 

more information call 281-550-0885 or log on to 

www.hcpl.net. 

LONE STAR COLLEGE 

CY-FAIR LIBRARY 

9191 Barker-Cypress Road, Cypress, TX 77433 

281-290-3210 

HOURS: Monday through Thursday, 7 AM-10 PM, 

Friday-Saturday, 8 AM-6 PM and 

Sunday, 1 PM-6 PM. 

• FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY - The LSC-CyFair 

Friends Bookstore accepts gently used books 

year-round, offering them to the public for a set 

donation amount. The store is open six days a week 

and staffed by volunteers. Proceeds support library 

programs. Help support our community library. 

• CYFAIR LIBRARY BRANCH BLOG PAGE at http:// 

hcpl.net/location/cy-fair-college-library, for news 

and events about the library and college and in 

the community. 

• FACEBOOK at LSC-CyFair Branch Library. 

• WEEKLY EVENTS & PROGRAMS EMAIL REMIND- 

ER, the Library eUpdate: subscribe at 

LoneStar.edu/library/16099. 

Note: All programs are subject to change. Please 

contact the library or visit the website for up-todate 

information. 

ADULT EVENTS & PROGRAMS 

BOOK CLUBS: BACK IN TIME: HISTORICAL FICTION 

BOOK CLUB - 1 PM, LRNC 131 

BOOK CLUBS: BOOKS WITHOUT BORDERS – 

1 PM, LRNC 131 or 7 PM, LRNC 215 

BOOK CLUBS: I LOVE A MYSTERY BOOK CLUB - 

12 PM, LRNC 131 

Common Thread: Knitting, Crocheting 

and Needlework Group 

Tuesdays: 9-10:30 AM, LRNC 116. 

COMPUTER WORKSHOPS, LRNC 105 

Call for info. 

eBOOK/eREADER WORKSHOPS 

eBooks Appointments now available. Make 

an appointment at LoneStar.edu/library/15938. 

ESL: TALK TIME - LoneStar.edu/library/15209 

Mondays, 1-2 PM, LRNC 215 

Tuesdays, 2:45-3:45 PM, LRC 215 

SPANISH CONVERSATION CLUB 

Mondays, 1-3 PM, LRNC 131 

Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM, LRNC 118 

ADULT LIBRARY PROGRAMS 

See the full schedule of Adult Programs and Activities 

at LoneStar.edu/library/cyfair-adults-LoneStar. 

edu/library/cyfair-adults-services or call 

281-290-3214/3218. 

Note: All programs are subject to change. Please 

contact the library or visit the website for 

up-to-date information. 

TEEN EVENTS & PROGRAMS 

BOOK CLUB: (Registration required) 

SCREEN - PLAY: 

Tweens & Teens only (ages 10 - 18) 5-6 PM: 

Games, 6 PM: Movie - Teen Room. 

See the full schedule of Teen’s Programs and Activities 

atLoneStar.edu/library/cyfair-children-services. 


CHILDREN EVENTS & PROGRAMS 

• Mondays: BABY TIME (6-24 months) - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM. 

• Tuesdays: Toddler Time (2-3 1/2 years) - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM. 

• Wednesdays: Preschool Time (3-6 years) - 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM. 

• Thursdays: Spanish Time/Tiempo de cuentos (2-6 years) - 11 AM 

BABY PAJAMA TIME: 

1 st Tuesday, 6 PM (up to 24 months) 

FAMILY STORYTIME: 

2 nd Tuesday, 6:30 PM (all ages) 

FAMILY FUN ACTIVITIES, 5 PM: 

Thursdays, for children of all ages. Limited to 40 children. 

FAMILY GAME NIGHT: 

Thursdays at 6:30 PM. For children of all ages. Limited to 40 children. 

See the full schedule of Children’s Programs and Activities at LoneStar.edu/ 

library/cyfair-children-services. All programs are free and open to the public. 

BEAR CREEK COMMUNITY CENTER 

281-859-1566 • 713-274-3190 

www.pct3.hctx.net 

The Bear Creek Community Center will be temporarily housed and 

have limited classes/events at the Glazier Senior Education Center, 

16600 Pine Forest Lane, Houston, Texas 77084 

 

 

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In addition to scheduled activities on the Bear Creek Community 

Center, Commissioner Steve Radack’s Bear Creek Community Center 

is now offering the following upcoming events and activities for the 

summer. Please call 713-274-3190 to register for any of these events. 

KARATE: Join our marital arts class once a week and learn the art of 

self-defense on Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 PM and 7:30-8 PM. 

BEGINNING BRIDGE: Learn to play this popular game. Join us on 

Mondays, July 2 nd -Nov. 12 th , 9-11 AM. Participants will need the 

book, “Bidding in the 21 st Century,” by Audry Grant. 

TAI CHI: Learn this ancient Chinese art that integrates and strengthens 

mind & body through slow, practiced movements that help to 

lower stress and blood pressure. Join us on Saturdays, 8:30-9:30 AM. 

UNO: You will have a great time playing cards with this friendly group 

every Wednesday, 9 AM-12 Noon. 

NEEDLEWORK: Join us for some sewing fun! Sew, visit and share your 

creative ideas with others every Tuesday, 9:30-11:45 AM. 

CHAIR YOGA: This class is perfect for anyone with mobility or balance 

limitations. The class meets every Friday, 10-11 AM. 

PARTY BRIDGE ON MONDAYS: If you play Bridge, you are invited to 

play cards with us every Monday, 11:30 AM-3 PM. 

YOGA: Relieve stress by joining our yoga class for a more relaxed mind 

and body. Join us Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 7:30-8:45 AM 

and on Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30 PM. 

QUILTING: Come join our quilting group to share your quilting 

talents with new friends having the same interests. Quilters meet 

Thursdays, 1-4 PM. 

CIRCLE OF FRIENDS MEDITATION: Come and join this circle to gain 

a healthy mind and body on Fridays, 11:30 AM-1:30 PM. 

FUN TIME ART: A time and place to do your creative art with other 

artists. Join us every Thursday, 9 AM-12 Noon. 

Advance registration for activities is typically requested. An adult 

must accompany and remain with anyone under the age of 18 visiting 

the center. A calendar of events is available at the Harris County 

Precinct Three website at www.pct3.com. 

Langham Creek High School 

2018 Cheer Clinic 

Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 

9:00am – 12:30pm 

Details & Registration at 

www.langhamcreekcheer.com 

Open to all girls & boys (ages 4 & older) 

Cheers, Jumps, Stunting, 

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INDEPENDENCE DAY 2018 

Significance of Independence Day 2018 

Independence Day 2018, also known as Fourth of July, is a federal 

holiday observed yearly on July fourth. It is the anniversary of the 

publication of the declaration of independence of the United States 

of America from Great Britain in 1776. 

History of Independence Day 

The history of Independence Day 2018 dates back to the 18 th century 

and the American Revolution (1775-83). In June 1776, representatives 

of the 13 colonies then fighting in the revolutionary struggle 

weighed a resolution that would declare independence of the 

United States from Great Britain. On July 2 nd , the legal separation 

of the Thirteen Colonies from Great Britain occurred, when the 

Second Continental Congress voted to approve a resolution of 

independence that had been proposed by Richard Henry Lee of 

Virginia. Two days later its delegates adopted the Declaration of 

Independence, a historic document drafted by Thomas Jefferson, 

John Adams and Benjamin Franklin. 

Historians have long disputed whether Congress actually signed the 

Declaration of Independence on July 4 th and most have concluded 

that the Declaration was signed nearly a month after its adoption, 

on August 2, 1776 and not on July 4 th as it is commonly believed. 

The holiday remains to be celebrated on the fourth of July. Coincidentally, 

both John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, the only signers 

of the Declaration of Independence later to serve as Presidents of 

the United States, died on the same day: July 4, 1826, which was 

the 50 th anniversary of the Declaration. 

10 FIREWORKS SAFETY TIPS 

While you are enjoying your grilling, family time and fireworks, take 

time to remind your kids what this holiday is about. The lighting and 

display of fireworks came with a price to many men and women sacrificing 

for their kids and future generations. Use the fireworks display 

as a teaching tool; share with them the lyrics of the star spangled 

banner and, most of all, remain safe if your family tradition includes 

lighting fireworks. Below are 10 fireworks safety tips you should use 

and teach to your kids. 

• Fireworks packaged in brown paper are made for professional 

displays - avoid buying. 

• Always have an adult supervise fireworks activities, especially 

with sparklers. 

• Back up to a safe distance immediately after lighting fireworks. 

• Never point or throw fireworks at another person. 

• Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire 

and to douse used fireworks before discarding in trash. 

• Never allow young children to play or ignite fireworks. 

• Never carry fireworks in a pocket or shoot them off in metal 

or glass containers. 

• Never try to re-light or pickup fireworks that have not ignited fully. 

• Never place a part of your body directly over a firework device 

when lighting. 

• Make sure fireworks are legal in your area before buying or using them. 

Traditions of Independence Day 

Independence Day is a day of family celebrations with picnics and 

barbecues, showing a great deal of emphasis on the American 

tradition of political freedom and patriotism. Many people display 

the American flag outside their homes or buildings. Additionally, 

Independence Day fireworks are often accompanied by patriotic 

songs such as the national anthem and, in capable military bases, a 

salute of one gun for each state in the United States, called a “salute 

to the union,” is fired on Independence Day at noon. 

When is Independence Day 2018 

Independence Day 2018 is a federal holiday and falls on the fourth 

of July. The day of the week that the holiday falls on, changes each 

year. This year, July 4 th falls on a Wednesday. 

Link: www.ktcx.com/4th-of-july-safety-message/ 


Summertime Heat Awareness & Safety 

One of the most significant health risks to be aware of this summer is the heat, which you may not think 

about unless you live in the warm deserts of the Southwest. However, heat can be a major risk in any part of 

the country - especially in areas where there is excessive humidity. Heat related illnesses can affect people 

of all ages and these illnesses tend to progress quickly, so it is essential that you know what to look for. 

Below is a closer look at what you need to know to beat the heat this summer. 

Recognize the signs of heat illness: Did you know that by the time you are thirsty, you are already 

dehydrated? Quenching your thirst is also a poor indicator of proper hydration. Therefore, you will want 

to know some of the other signs of dehydration that may also indicate heat stroke or exhaustion. Look for 

heavy sweating, confusion, dizziness, hangover-like headaches, muscle weakness or cramps and nausea. If 

these signs are present, find a cool area, drink some water and call 911 for assistance. 

Know the hazards of heat: Even in 80 degree weather, heat can be problematic. When you are out in the 

sun for long periods, your body will use water much faster, so you need to drink extra and take breaks out of 

direct sunlight. Physical activity also raises your body temperature, so you should consider this when you go 

out for a jog during the summertime. 

Identify high-risk situations: Every year brings a flurry of news stories of children and pets suffering 

fatal heat illness and these incidents are usually attributed to being left in the car. In just 10 minutes, the 

temperature inside of the car can jump from the temperature outside at 80 degrees to 99 degrees. Children 

or pets left in these conditions can quickly overheat and lose consciousness. Adults should exercise caution 

for their own sake as well, as there have been many instances of adults falling asleep in the car and suffering 

fatal heat stroke. Other risky situations in the heat include periods of outdoor work or physical activity, hot 

days at high elevation areas and consumption of alcohol in the summer heat. 

Stay prepared: To fight back against the heat, stick to indoor activities during the hottest parts of the day. 

You will also want to carry water wherever you go and wear lightweight clothing made from breathable 

fabrics like linen or cotton. What you eat can also affect how your body handles the heat - meats and other 

high protein foods cause your body to use more water in digestion. 

For more tips on staying healthy all summer long, visit MeMD blog at www.memd.me. 

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CREAM CHEESE-BLUEBERRY MUFFINS 

You could make this on National Blueberry Muffin Day July 11th! 

INGREDIENTS: 

Cooking spray 

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 

3/4 teaspoon baking powder 

3/4 teaspoon baking soda 

1/2 teaspoon salt 

3/4 cup white sugar 

NATIONAL MAC AND CHEESE DAY 

One of the classic comfort foods earns a place of honor on 

July 14 th . It is National Mac and Cheese Day! 

Made with macaroni noodles, cream or milk and the golden 

goodness of cheese, mac and cheese shines as a side dish but can 

stand on it’s own as a main dish as well. From the classic mac and 

cheese with cheddar or American cheeses to the spicy cowboy mac 

with bacon and jalapenos, there’s a combination for everyone. Mix 

up the cheeses or load up on seasonings, set the broiler for a couple 

of minutes at the end of the cooking time and let the cheese get a 

nice toasty crust. 

CAULIFLOWER "MAC" AND CHEESE 

Recipe courtesy of Ree Drummond 

Ingredients 

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 

1 tablespoon butter, plus more for the pan 

1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets 

1 cup whole milk 

1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 

Hot sauce, as needed 

1 cup grated pepper jack cheese 

One 4-ounce log fresh goat cheese 

1/4 cup grated Parmesan 

2/3 cup whipped cream cheese 

1/2 cup table cream 

2 eggs 

1/4 cup vegetable oil 

1 teaspoon vegetable oil 

8 ounces fresh blueberries 

DIRECTIONS: 

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease muffin cups 

with cooking spray or line with paper muffin liners. 

Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt together with a sifter 

into a bowl. Combine sugar, cream cheese, table cream, eggs and 

1/4 cup vegetable oil plus 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in a large bowl. 

Fold flour mixture into sugar mixture until batter is smooth. Stir 

in blueberries. Scoop batter into prepared muffin cups. Bake in 

preheated oven until golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. 

Source: http://allrecipes.com/ 

Directions 

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Preheat the oven 

to 375 degrees F. Grease a baking dish with butter. 

• Cook the cauliflower in the boiling water until just 

crisp-tender, about 10 minutes. Drain well. 

• In a large saucepan, heat the milk and butter over medium 

heat. Whisk in the dry mustard and add some hot sauce, 

salt and pepper. Just before the milk comes to a boil, turn 

off the heat and stir in the pepper jack and goat cheese. 

When melted and smooth, stir in the cauliflower. 

Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish 

and sprinkle over the Parmesan. 

• Bake until the top is golden brown and the mixture is bubbling, 

about 30 minutes. Let rest for a few minutes before serving. 

MACARONI AND CHEESE 

Recipe courtesy of Ree Drummond 

Ingredients 

4 cups Dried Macaroni 

1 whole Egg, Beaten 

1/4 cup (1/2 Stick Or 4 Tablespoons) Butter 

1/4 cup All-purpose Flour 

2-1/2 cups Whole Milk 

2 teaspoons (heaping) Dry Mustard, More If Desired 

1 pound Cheese, Grated 

1/2 teaspoon Salt, More To Taste 

1/2 teaspoon Seasoned Salt, More To Taste 

1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper 

Optional Spices: Cayenne Pepper, Paprika, Thyme 

Preparation 

• Cook macaroni until very firm. Macaroni should be too firm 

to eat right out of the pot. Drain. 

• In a small bowl, beat egg. 

• In a large pot, melt butter and sprinkle in flour. Whisk together 

over medium-low heat. Cook mixture for five minutes, whisking 

constantly. Don’t let it burn. 

• Pour in milk, add mustard, and whisk until smooth. Cook for 

five minutes until very thick. Reduce heat to low. 

• Take 1/4 cup of the sauce and slowly pour it into beaten egg, 

whisking constantly to avoid cooking eggs. Whisk together 

till smooth. 

• Pour egg mixture into sauce, whisking constantly. 

Stir until smooth. 

• Add in cheese and stir to melt. 

• Add salt and pepper. Taste sauce and add more salt 

and seasoned salt as needed! DO NOT UNDERSALT. 

• Pour in drained, cooked macaroni and stir to combine. 

• Serve immediately (very creamy) or pour into a buttered baking 

dish, top with extra cheese, and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or 

until bubbly and golden on top. 

PENUCHE FUDGE 

You could make this on National Ice Cream Day July 22nd! 

INGREDIENTS: 

1 1/2 cups white sugar 

1 cup brown sugar 

1/3 cup half-and-half cream 

1/3 cup milk 

2 tablespoons margarine 

1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

1/2 cup pecan halves 

DIRECTIONS: 

Butter a baking sheet. Butter the sides of a heavy, 2-quart saucepan. In 

the saucepan, stir together white sugar, brown sugar, cream, milk and 

margarine and bring to a boil over medium heat. Heat, without stirring, 

to between 234 and 240 degrees F (112 to 116 degrees C) or until a small 

amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a soft ball that flattens 

when removed from the water and placed on a flat surface. Remove from 

heat and cool to lukewarm (110 degrees). 

Stir in vanilla and beat vigorously until mixture loses its gloss. Quickly 

stir in pecans and spread on prepared sheet. Score into squares while 

warm; cut when firm. Source: http://allrecipes.com/ 


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4 SUPER HYDRATING FOODS 

If advice to drink more water falls on deaf ears for you because you 

just don’t enjoy the taste of water or you always forget to pack a water 

bottle, you don’t have to suffer from dehydration as a result. You can 

seek more water from other sources - primarily from foods containing a 

higher percentage of water content. Incidentally, the selection of produce 

available in the summer season is packed with hydrating choices, so try 

incorporating more of these into your diet to get the hydration you need. 

Fresh Berries 

If you’ve ever bitten into a fresh blueberry, strawberry or raspberry and 

had brightly colored juice burst out of the fruit, you can see how these 

fruits make a hydrating option. It’s currently the peak of berry season, 

so pick up a few pints at your grocery store or farmer’s market. If berries 

aren’t your preference, peaches, nectarines and pears are also juicy, 

flavorful options at the height of their harvest season. 

Radish 

Celery has a reputation for its high-water content, but it doesn’t offer 

much by way of flavor and some find the texture less than desirable. 

Radishes have just about as much water as celery, but they offer a delightful 

peppery kick, making them a perfect addition to any salad or a 

great choice for dipping in hummus or guacamole. 

Zucchini 

Zucchini contain more than 90% water and they are one of the most 

versatile summer vegetables. You can easily marinate zucchini spears to 

throw in the oven or on the grill, spiralize them for a low-carb pasta substitute 

or bread and bake them for a healthier alternative to French fries. 

Citrus Fruit 

An orange or grapefruit might be a good start to your day, especially if 

you choose the whole fruit rather than just juice. When you eat whole 

fruits, you’ll not only get plenty of water, but you will have the benefit 

of added fiber and pure nutrients straight from the source. 

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Sports News 

FC Cypress Soccer Club 

We are looking for goalkeepers for our 2007 boys and 2007 girls teams 

for the 2018-2019 season. If you are interested and/or looking for a team 

please contact Coach Marc at info@fccypress.com or 936-463-8010. *If 

you are looking for a team within the 2010-2006 age groups both boys 

and girls, please contact as well! 

Youth Summer Sports Camps 

Bear Creek Baptist Church 

This summer, kiddos age 7 to 14 can participate in half day summer 

sports camps! A football lover? Volleyball champion? Baseball slugger? 

We’ve got a camp for you! And more! Each week will be a different sport 

including football, volleyball, basketball, baseball, cheerleading, soccer 

and dodgeball! Cost will be $100 per child, unless otherwise noted. This 

will include a t-shirt and a gift! For more information contact us at 281- 

859-9900 or rec@bcstaff.org. There will be registration online at www. 

bearcreek.church/sports. Registration is open now! 

FFPS Fall Soccer Sign Ups Now Open! 

Registration for Fun, Fair, Positive Soccer (FFPS) is open for boys and girls 

ages 4 to 18 for the fall Season. Games start on October 6, 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 July 30 th : $114 

July 30 th -September 17 th : $124 

September 18 th until teams 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 October 2 nd . Practice times and location will be 

determined by the coach and team. The schedule includes eight games, 

played locally on Saturdays, October 6 th to December 1 st . Our Cy-Fair 

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

South league plays at Cook Middle School (9111 Wheatland Dr). Our Cy- 

Fair West league plays at Horne Elementary (14950 W Little York). Our 

Tomball League plays at Tomball Alternative Education Center (1302 

Keefer Rd). Our Magnolia League pays at Magnolia Elementary (31900 

Nichols Sawmill Rd). Our Spring/Klein League plays at Wells Middle 

School (4033 Gladeridge Dr). For more information, maps of all locations 

or to sign up, visit www.FFPS.org or call 1-800-828-PLAY (7529). 

Registration Is Open For 

Fall Basketball And Fall Soccer Leagues 

JR. ROCKETS FALL BASKETBALL LEAGUE 

Dates: August-October Cost: $75 • Ages: 4-15 (boys and girls!) 

Each paid participant receives: a Rockets jersey for games, a FREE ticket 

to a Houston Rockets game & an entry into a drawing for a James Harden 

SIGNED Rockets Jersey! 

FALL SOCCER LEAGUE 

Dates: August-October • Ages: 3-8 (co-ed) 

Each participant will receive a game jersey. 

For more information go to: www.myLWSports.com or call 281-500-8913! 

Usa Fit Cypress Marathon And Half 

Marathon Training Program 

Are you a runner? Are you a fitness walker? Do you want to be? USA Fit 

Cypress is a friendly, no pressure group training for a variety of marathons 

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

before, training with our group will help you conquer mental and physical 

barriers you never thought possible. Beginner, walker, seasoned runner? 

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

course of six months, our coaches will help you achieve your personal best 

in a non-intimidating, fun and safe environment. We will provide a weekly 

training schedule and opportunities for group training throughout the 

week with our distance runs on Saturday morning at Pope Elementary 


on N. Bridgeland Lake Parkway in Bridgeland. Registration for our Winter 

Season is open and the programs will begin on July 14 th . Please visit us at 

www.usafitcypress.com for addition information. 

Netball Clubs 

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

learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British School of Houston. We are also 

looking for interested players, adults and youth to play in a new Katy Netball 

club. No experience necessary. For more information, go to our facebook 

page, Houston Shooting Stars Netball Club or www.netballamerica.com or 

contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for further information. 

Track Houston Youth Track Club 

Track Houston is the nation’s largest and most successful youth track and 

field organization. Our goal is to assist interested boys and girls ages 6 to 18 

years old in improving their physical fitness and mental stamina. We have 

multiple practice sites in the Greater Houston area including McMeans 

Junior High School in Katy and Cypress Lakes High School in Cypress. 

Visit www.trackhouston.com to register for a location near you. 

Cy-Fair Sports Association 

Cy-Fair Sports Association is having registration for baseball, football, 

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ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun while improving golfing 

skills. For more information, contact Sue Crookson at 281-392-4913 scrookson@ 

houston.rr.com or Yana Dommert at 281-394-2481 yana@entouch.net. 

Ladies Golf 

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handicaps required. This will be a casual ladies golf outing to improve your 

game and make some new friends. Play will be on Thursday mornings at 

9. For information please email ladiesgolf4fun@gmail.com or call Cypress 

Lakes Golf Club at 281-304-8515. 

Cypress Running Club 

Cypress Running Club is based in Coles Crossing, just north of 290 off of Barker 

Cypress. We welcome runners of all abilities. We offer a Couch-to-5k training plan 

for those new to running, as well as training plans for half and full marathons. 

Come meet lots of other Cypress residents and find some new running buddies. 

Distance runs are on Saturday mornings and start at Sampson Elementary, right 

off of Coles Crossing Dr. For more information and to sign up, please visit 

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THE ULTIMATE LIST OF FREE AND CHEAP THINGS TO DO IN HOUSTON THIS SUMMER 

Looking for the best free and cheap summer 

activities in Houston in 2018? In a city this large, 

there’s no shortage of things to do in Houston this 

summer. From free outdoor concerts to story times 

for kids to theater performances and more, there’s 

ample summer fun for the whole family! 

Source: www.houstononthecheap.com 

MUSIC 

Looking to catch a little live music this summer? 

Check out these free and cheap summer 

concerts across the city: 

HOUSTON SYMPHONY AT THE PAVILION 

Free mezzanine and lawn seating at 

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. 

July 3 rd , 8 PM, Star-Spangled Salute 

July 16 th , 8 PM, The Music of David Bowie 

August 30 th , 8 PM, Blue Suede Tunes 

September 4 th , 8 PM, Rebels, Raiders & Superman: 

A Tribute to John Williams 

October 12 th , 8 PM, Hocus Pocus Pops 

EXXONMOBIL SUMMER SYMPHONY NIGHTS AT 

MILLER OUTDOOR THEATRE, HOUSTON SYMPHONY 

Enjoy classical music outdoors free at Miller Outdoor 

Theatre. All showtimes start at 8:30 PM on the following 

dates: July: 4 th 

SUMMER SOUNDS ON THE PLAZA AT ROTHKO CHAPEL 

All shows are pay what you can with a $10 suggested 

donation. 

July 12 th , 7 PM, Arazeel 

July 26 th , 7 PM, Mariachi Imperial de America 

BOOKS 

There are free story time events all across the city all 

summer long. Here are some of our favorites that make 

our list for Houston summer activities for kids. 

SUMMER STORYTIME TOURS AT RIENZI 

Wednesdays in July, 10 AM. Introduce kids to magic of 

art and literature through fun and interactive activities 

for ages 3+. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy in the garden 

after the event. Rienzi is the Museum of Fine Arts, 

Houston home, 1406 Kirby; free. 

HOUSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY FAMILY STORYTIME 

AT LEVY PARK 

Visit the park each Thursday for family story time 

at 10 AM with the Houston Public Library. 

Located at 3801 Eastside. 

READ WITH PAWSITIVE PUPS AT LEVY PARK 

Kids can practice reading to trained therapy dogs the 2 nd 

Sunday each month at 1 PM: July 8 th and August 12 th . 

SUMMER READING PROGRAM AT THE FISH GALLERY 

Thursdays 3:30-4:30 PM in July and August with story 

time, fish feeding, touch tanks, crafts, games and prizes. 

The last week is a Summer Reading Party, 2909 Fountain 

View. (Watch the Fish Gallery Facebook page for exact 

dates since they haven’t been announced for 2018.) 

NATURE STORY TIME AT NATURE DISCOVERY CENTER 

Wednesdays, 4 PM. Free story time for kids with a variety 

of fun: live animals, puppets, short nature walks, crafts 

or songs and nature stories. Located at 7112 Newcastle. 

STORY TIME AT POTTERY BARN KIDS 

Tuesdays, 11 AM. Free story time. Located at 

The Woodlands Mall and Highland Village. 

STORY TIME AND ACTIVITIES AT HOUSTON 

PUBLIC LIBRARY LOCATIONS 

Check out Houston library locations throughout the city 

this summer for weekly story times and fun activities for 

kids. Full calendar online. 

FREE SUMMER READING PROGRAMS 

Houston Public Library, Harris County Public Library, 

Montgomery County Library, Fort Bend County Libraries, 

Brazoria County Library… 

YOUNG WRITERS WORKSHOP AT DISCOVERY GREEN 

Saturdays, 10:30 AM, at Discovery Green through end of 

August. Houston Arts Alliance, HPL Express and Writers 

in the Schools help kids learn to write at this weekly session, 

funded in part by a grant from the City of Houston. 

Limited to first 25 children, first-come, first-serve. 

STORY TIME AND MORE AT BLUE WILLOW BOOKSHOP 

Head to this independent bookshop in West Houston 

this summer for a variety of summer programs plus the 

regular 10 AM Thursday Story Time! 

Located at 14532 Memorial. 

THEATER 

From family-friendly live performances to date night 

showings, the theater scene is as hot as a Houston summer 

day! Here are some shows you won’t want to miss. 

MILLER OUTDOOR THEATRE 

All throughout the summer, you can head down to 

Miller Outdoor Theatre for free outdoor theater performances. 

The venue is a staple on any list of free things 

to do in Houston this summer. Now in its 95 th season, 

Miller Outdoor Theatre hosts everything from plays to 

musicals to children’s festivals. Entry is always free, but 

if you want to sit in the covered seating area you need 

to grab your free tickets at the box office the morning of 

the performance. Otherwise, you can bring a lawn chair 

or blanket for hillside seating. 

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST AT STAGEWORKS THEATRE 

July 20 th - August 12 th 

See the live rendition of Disney’s classic hit Beauty and 

the Beast. The stage version includes all of your favorite 

songs from the movie, plus new songs and a great cast. 

INTO THE WOODS AT PLAYHOUSE 1960 

July 20 th - August 5 th 

This modern twist on the Brothers Grimm weaves 

together several fairy tales, including Cinderella, Little 

Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and more into a spectacular 

performance. 

MOVIES 

Free and cheap movies for kids and families are a staple 

for things to do in Houston this summer. Here are a few 

of our picks for the best deals. 

FREE & CHEAP SUMMER MOVIE SERIES: 

Cinemark: Movies are just $1 weekday mornings. Or get 

10 movies for only $5 paid in advance. Show days are 

usually Tuesday, Wednesday or both. 

Studio Movie Grill: Tickets are just $1 at Studio Movie 

Grill’s Children’s Summer Series. Catch the 10 AM show 

Monday through Friday at Copperfield, CityCentre and 

Pearland locations. 

Regal: $1 movies every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 

AM for nine weeks. Both movies play BOTH days. Participating 

location is Edwards West Oaks Mall Stadium 14. 

Alamo Drafthouse Katy: Catch a cheap movie 7 days a 

week all summer. Choose your own ticket price ($1, $3, 

$5) and purchase online to reserve your spot. 100% of 

the ticket sales benefit Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast 

and Louisiana (Houston chapter). This is for Alamo 

Drafthouse Katy @ Mason Park. 

Premiere Cinemas: Enjoy free movies at Premiere 

Renaissance Theater at Greenspoint Mall Tuesdays 

& Wednesdays, 10 AM. Through August 8 th . Premiere 

Cinemas Pearland Wednesdays, 10 AM. Free movies at 

Premiere Cinemas Tomball 

Tuesdays and Wednesdays as well. 

Showbiz Cinemas: Enjoy 50¢ movies at ShowBiz Cinemas 

Tuesday mornings, 9:30 AM in Kingwood. Follow 

their Facebook page for dates for 2018 as they haven’t 

been announced yet. 

FREE OUTDOOR MOVIES AT 

MILLER OUTDOOR THEATRE 

Every summer during the month of August, Miller 

Outdoor Theatre typically hosts free outdoor movies 

for families on various nights. Follow their calendar for 

details as dates approach. 

FREE OUTDOOR MOVIES AT DISCOVERY GREEN 

Movies will play throughout the summer at Discovery 

Green. Located at 1500 McKinney. 

ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE ROLLING ROADSHOW 

AT MARKET SQUARE PARK 

Stand by Me (July 26 th , 8:30 PM), Field of Dreams (August 

24 th , 8:30 PM) are some of the free movies that will 

be playing on the lawn at the park. Located at 301 Milam. 

MOONLIGHT MOVIES FOR KIDS, CITYCENTRE: 

The Sandlot (July 11 th ), La La Land (August 8 th ). 8 PM fun 

& 9 PM movie. Located at 800 Town and Country Blvd. 

FREE MOVIE NIGHTS, WFDD CENTRAL GREEN PARK 

Catch free movies this summer at Central Green Park in 

Katy! Get the schedule here. Blankets and lawn chairs 

welcome. South end of LaCenterra, 

23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd. 

MOVIES UNDER THE MOON, 

SUGAR LAND TOWN SQUARE 

Paddington 2 (July 14 th ), Peter Rabbit (August 11 th ) - 

start times vary. 

2 ND SATURDAY AT THE DEPOT MOVIES IN TOMBALL 

Catch a free family movie the second Saturday of every 

month in Tomball. 

FREE OUTDOOR MOVIES, DEER PARK 

Deep (July 7 th ), Wonder Woman (August 4 th ), Wrinkle in 

Time (September 1 st ). 

FREE MOVIE NIGHTS, PEARLAND TOWN SQUARE 

Every summer, Pearland Town Square hosts a free outdoor 

movie series that’s fun for the whole family. Details 

haven’t been announced yet for this year’s movies but 

check their calendar for current info. Movies usually 

begin at dusk 

THE SHOWBOAT DRIVE-IN THEATER 

Enjoy a double feature outdoors under the stars. 

Adults are $8 and kids $6. Located in Hockley off 2920. 


ART/CULTURE 

The Houston area is home to some of the world’s finest 

museums and art exhibits. Make sure you take advantage 

of these this summer. 

FREE MUSEUM DAYS IN HOUSTON MUSEUM DISTRICT 

Buffalo Soldiers National Museum - Thursday 1-5 PM 

Houston Museum of Natural Science - Thursday 2- 5 PM 

Museum of Fine Arts, Houston - Thursday 10 AM-9 PM 

- Kids 12 & under free every day 

Children’s Museum of Houston - Thursday 5- 8 PM 

The Health Museum - Thursday 2- 7 PM 

Holocaust Museum Houston - Thursday 2- 5 PM 

Houston Museum of African-American Culture - 

Thursday 6- 8 PM 

Czech Center Museum Houston - 

Last Monday each month, Noon- 4 PM 

10 MUSEUMS ARE ALWAYS FREE 

Don’t miss these great cultural experiences and learning 

opportunities in Houston’s Museum District that are 

always-free: Asia Society Texas, Houston Center for 

Photography, Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, 

Rothko Chapel, Lawndale Art Center and more. 

HOUSTON MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE 

Take advantage of a discount to Houston Museum of 

Natural Science with $10 admission ($25 value), thanks 

to Goldstar. This admission allows you to explore many 

permanent exhibits including the McGovern Hall of the 

Americas, Cullen Hall of Gems and Minerals, 

Wiess Energy Hall and the Hall of Paleontology. 

Check out the great deals below: 

Exhibit Hall Admission - $10 (regularly $25) 

Butterfly Habitat & Exhibit Hall - 50% off 

Exhibit Hall & Planetarium Show - 50% off 

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF HOUSTON 

Who could be more focused on kid fun this summer 

than this museum? Children’s Museum is open seven 

days a week for a great summer with weekly themes, 

action-packed activities, performances, character appearances 

and extraordinary events. Admission is $12 

for adults and children (age 1+), $11 seniors. Kids under 

1 are free. Don’t forget - you can get discounted access 

to the Children’s Museum and four other top Houston 

attractions for nearly half off with Houston CityPass. 

DETECTIVE DAYS AT BAYOU BEND COLLECTION 

AND GARDENS 

Kids 6 and up can explore mysteries at Bayou Bend Collection 

and Gardens. Kids will learn about horticulture, 

art, design and American history as they solve seasonal 

riddles. Each detective receives a clipboard and magnifying 

glass. Hunts in the garden: Tuesday - Saturday, 

10 AM-4 PM, Sundays 1-4 PM. Hunts in the house: 1-4 

PM, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Kids 18 and under free. 

Adults, $10. Recommend 6-12 years. 

CELEBRATE THE QUIRKY 

The Beer Can House and Art Car Museum are some fun 

cultural institutions with a twist! Beer Can House is $5 for 

adults and free for kids 12 and under. It’s open Saturday 

and Sunday, noon-5 PM. Art Car Museum has 3-4 art cars 

that rotate quarterly along with new art in the gallery. 

Admission is free. It’s open 

Wednesday - Sunday, 11 AM-6 PM. 

OUTDOORS 

The sun is shining and that means there’s plenty of 

summer fun in Houston for people of all ages. Here are 

some outdoor activities to enjoy. 

FAMILY NATURE NIGHTS AT 

NATURE DISCOVERY CENTER 

Family-friendly talks, nature walks, live animals, 

crafts & snacks. Russ Pittman Park in Bellaire, 

7112 Newcastle in Bellaire. $10/family. 

KATY PRAIRIE CONSERVANCY 

Throughout the summer, Katy Prairie Conservancy will 

host various outdoor events that are fun, engaging and 

educational for the whole family. Check their calendar 

for upcoming events. Located in Waller at Indiangrass 

Preserve, 31950 Hebert Rd., Waller. 

FUN AND LEARNING AT JESSE H. JONES PARK 

AND NATURE CENTER 

There are so many activities and events planned at this 

park in Humble. From learning about dragonflies, flags 

of Texas, junior canoe training and more. Check out the 

full calendar. Some require advance registration. 

LATIN BEATS AT DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM 

Enjoy free salsa dance lessons every Friday night 

through August 17 th , 7-11 PM. Lessons are taught by professional 

salsa dancers. A live band will perform the last 

Friday each month. Located at 410 Bagby at Memorial. 

NORTH HOUSTON SKATE PARK IN SPRING 

It’s the largest Skate Park in North America at 78,000 sq. 

ft. Admission is free! The skate park is open 8 AM-10 PM 

all summer Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 

and Saturday and 10 AM-9 PM Sunday. 

Closed Tuesdays. 

BAT CHATS 

1 st and 3 rd Fridays year round: Arrive 30 minutes before 

sunset to hear a brief presentation on Waugh Bridge Bat 

Colony. Watch bats emerge under the Waugh Bridge. 

Meet on the platform at Waugh Drive and Allen Parkway. 

Free public parking at Spotts Park, 401 S. Heights Blvd 

at Memorial. 

HOUSTON ARBORETUM & NATURE CENTER 

Free to explore 5 miles of trails in the 155-acre urban 

nature preserve. Open 7 AM-7 PM. Enjoy interactive 

exhibits and activities in the Discovery Room. Located 

near Memorial Park and Loop 610. 

NOAH’S ARK POOL AT FIRST UNITED METHODIST 

CHURCH’S QUILLIAN CENTER IN WESTCHASE 

The pool celebrates 22 years this summer. Noah’s Ark 

Pool is an amazing destination! The area also includes 

a full-size swimming pool with two slides and two diving 

boards. Open through August 25 th , Monday-Saturday, 

10 AM-4 PM. $7.50 each (under age 1 free). Twilight 

Tuesday swim night is $5 admission from 6:30-9 PM. 

Noah’s Ark pool only August 28 th -September 1 st (10 

AM-2 PM). 10570 Westpark. Playground and basketball 

pavilion also on site. 

SAM HOUSTON BOAT TOUR BY 

PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY 

Enjoy a free 90-minute cruise along the Houston Ship 

Channel. Tours are available Wednesday through 

Saturday, 10 AM and 2:30 PM run time plus 2:30 PM 

Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Closed Monday and 

Tuesday. The M/V Sam Houston has been operating as 

a public vessel since 1958. Reservations are first-come, 

first-served and must be at least 24 hours in advance. 

Spots are full until August. Reserve a tour spot online 

or call 713-670-2416. Located at 7300 Clinton Drive. 

Source: www.houstononthecheap.com 

FREE HOUSTON SPLASHPADS BY 

HOUSTON PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT 

More than 20 free splashpads throughout the city. 

FIRST AND THIRD SUNDAYS AT 

ARMAND BAYOU NATURE CENTER 

Noon-5 PM. Sundays in Nature. Admission is free. Last 

entrance will be 4 PM. Hike trails with naturalist interpreter, 

view live reptiles, relive 1895 history. 8500 Bay 

Area Blvd., Pasadena. Each month has a different theme. 

GALVESTON 

Take a day trip to Galveston and enjoy walking along 

the Seawall, building sandcastles, playing in the water 

or shopping on the Strand. Parking is $8/day or $1/hour 

along the Seawall if you can find it! Or head to Stewart 

Beach ($10-$12 per vehicle), which is known as Galveston’s 

family beach. Plenty to do with the pavilion, beach 

volleyball courts, concessions and the beach! Lifeguards 

are on site at Stewart Beach. Located at 201 Seawall 

Blvd. Take a free ride on the Galveston-Port Bolivar ferry, 

with up to 5 ferries operating in the summer. 

OTHER 

LONE STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM 

Enjoy over 130,000 square feet of aviation history and 

activities. With more than 40 vintage planes on premises 

and cool activities like virtual flights, it’s fun for the 

whole family. 

HPD MOUNTED PATROL BARN 

Visit the Houston Police Department stables and feed 

the horses. Visit Monday-Friday, Noon-2 PM for unscheduled 

visits. Bring apples, carrots and peppermints 

for the horses (limit 2 each). There are close to 40 horses 

and a couple donkeys! Saturdays and Sundays, visits 

must be scheduled ahead of time by calling 

832-394-0394. Located at 5005 Little York Rd. 

HOUSTON WORLD SERIES OF DOG SHOWS 

Get free admission and free parking the first day of this 

annual Houston favorite, Wednesday, July 18 th , 9 AM-3 

PM. Or save $5 all day Thursday with $10 admission with 

kids 12 and under free. Located at NRG. The dog show 

runs July 18 th -22 nd . 

DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM 

2 for Tuesday returns this summer at Downtown Aquarium. 

Buy One All-Day Adventure Pass for $20.99 and get 

one free. About $11 per person. This is valid through 

August with the coupon. A new coupon will be published 

each month. You can also visit the Downtown Aquarium 

on the cheap with CityPass. CityPass gives you access to 

five of Houston’s top attractions at 49% off. 

FREE LEGO MINI MODEL BUILD AT LEGO STORES 

First Tuesday and Wednesday each month, 3-7 PM with 

reservations required. Available at LEGO stores (Galleria, 

The Woodlands Mall and Baybrook Mall). Register 

online. Sign up at the store or sign up online as a VIP 

member - free registration. 

ROSENBERG RAILROAD MUSEUM 

This museum in Rosenberg offers tours for all ages. Learn 

everything about trains from the science, safety to the 

history of the railroad. Adults, $7.50; seniors, $6 and 

kids 2-14, $5. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Located at 

1921 Avenue F in Rosenberg, 35 miles SW of Houston. 

FREE BOWLING FOR KIDS 

At Copperfield Bowl, Emerald Bowl and Max Bowl Humble. 

Kids can bowl two free games every day all summer. 


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