West Memorial October 2018

West Memorial 

Official Newsletter 

October 2018 

Craft Shows 

Festivals 

Garage Sales 

National Night Out - Oct. 2nd 

Important Numbers... 3 

Teenage Job Seekers... 7 

School News/... 8 

Sports Opportunities... 10 

What’s Happening in Katy... 12 

Houston Area Events... 16 

Gardening Tips... 18 

Recipes... 19 

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Halloween Safety Tips 

Walk Safely: Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks. 

Look left, right and left again when crossing and keep looking as you cross. Put 

electronic devices down and keep heads up and walk, don’t run, across the street. 

Teach children to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them. 

Always walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as 

far to the left as possible. Children should walk on direct routes with the fewest 

street crossings. Watch for cars that are turning or backing up. Teach children to 

never dart out into the street or cross between parked cars. 

Trick or Treat with an Adult: Children under the age of 12 should not be alone 

at night without adult supervision. If kids are mature enough to be out without 

supervision, they should stick to familiar areas that are well lit and trick-or-treat 

in groups. 

Keep Costumes Both Creative and Safe: Decorate costumes and bags with 

reflective tape or stickers and if possible, choose light colors. Choose face paint 

and makeup whenever possible instead of masks, which can obstruct a child’s 

vision. Have kids carry glow sticks or flashlights to help them see and be seen by 

drivers. When selecting a costume, make sure it is the right size to prevent trips 

and falls. 

Drive Extra Safely on Halloween: Slow down and be especially alert in residential 

neighborhoods. Children are excited on Halloween and may move in unpredictable 

ways. Take extra time to look for kids at intersections, on medians and on curbs. 

Enter and exit driveways and alleys slowly and carefully. Eliminate any distractions 

inside your car so you can concentrate on the road and your surroundings. Drive 

slowly, anticipate heavy pedestrian traffic and turn your headlights on earlier in the 

day to spot children from greater distances. Popular trick-or-treating hours are 5:30 

PM to 9:30 PM so be especially alert for kids during those hours. 

WEST MEMORIAL IMPORTANT NUMBERS 

West Memorial Mailing Address: 

c/o High Sierra Management 

722 Pin Oak Road, Katy, TX 77494 ª 1-866-844-3933 

SECURITY (CONTRACT #83) 

EMERGENCY (Police, Fire, Medical) 911 

NON-EMERGENCY: 

Constables Office 281-463-6666 

Harris County Precinct 3 713-755-6306 

Crime Stoppers 

713-222-TIPS 

HCE SD FIRE DEPT. 48 281-599-8888 

SCHOOLS 

KISD Administration 281-396-6000 

KISD Security 281-396-7560 

KISD Transportation Dept. 281-396-6220 

West Memorial Elementary 281-237-6600 

West Memorial Jr. High 281-237-6400 

Katy High School 281-237-6700 

IMPORTANT NUMBERS 

Poison Control Center 800-764-7661 

Animal Control 281-999-3191 

Memorial Hermann Katy Hosp. 281-644-7000 

Houston Methodist W. Hospital 832-522-5522 

Manager: Sherri Carey 

www.westmemorial.org 

PARK HOURS: 

8 AM - Dusk, 7 days a week 

TRASH PICK UP: Wednesday & Saturday 

Texas Children’s Hospital West 832-227-1000 

Children’s Protective Svs. 713-394-4000 

Harris Co. Public Health & Environment 713-439-6000 

Comcast Cable 713-341-1000 

Reliant Energy 713-207-7777 

Centerpoint Energy 713-207-2222 

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West Memorial MUD 281-392-2290 

WCA 281-368-8397 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

President 

Pat Leo 

Secretary 

Lindy Rajput 

Treasurer 

Jerry Wells 

Director 

Ishmael Gantt 

Director 

Joel Kahn 

Director 

Pat Wilson 

Director 

Harry Woodstrom 

WEST MEMORIAL BOARD MEETINGS ARE THE 

4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 7 PM AT THE CIVIC CENTER 

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Upcoming Events 

National Night Out will be on October 2 nd , 6-8 PM. We will have a the 

firetruck and police officers in attendance. Join us and meet your 

neighbors and pick up safety tips. 

Seeking Volunteers 

Yard of the month club: We need several people to select yard based 

on the landscaping. Our volunteers would award the yards with the yard 

of the month sign and possible gift card for Houston Garden Center or 

Home Improvement Center 

Welcome Committee: We need several people to welcome new 

neighbors. The committee will introduce themselves and provide a 

welcome packet. We need help assembling the welcome packets. 

Neighbors helping Neighbors: We are seeking contractors and people 

in the housing industry. 

Park Beautification Project: We need several people to help monitor 

the park to insure it remains well kept. 

Please email volunteers@westmemorial.org for more information or 

questions. 

The West Memorial Civic Association 

Management COMPANY High Sierra Management, Inc 

Sherri Carey is the Association’s Manager. The Association has a direct 

phone number for your convenience. The number is 1-866-844-3933 and 

will direct you to whomever in the management staff you wish to speak 

with; manager, administrative staff, accounting and the work order 

department. Please allow the property manager, unless of urgent need, 

twenty four to forty eight hours to respond to your correspondence. 

When contacting the office or speaking with the answering service, 

please be sure to give your name, homeowner association, address and 

telephone number where the call can be returned. The management 

office is located at 722 Pin Oak Road, Katy, Texas 77494 and office hours 

are Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM. 

You may also contact your management team by visiting the High Sierra 

Management website at www.highsierramanagement.com and selecting 

“Online Requests.” 

High Sierra Management will be performing the monthly deed restriction 

inspections and citing all violations of the governing documents. If you do 

not have the rules and regulations, you may download a copy from www. 

WestMemorial.org or contact the management company and request a 

copy. We are sure you are all eager to help maintain the property values 

and exterior appearance of our community and hope we can count on 

your continued support in this effort. As a reminder, West Memorial Civic 

Association is a deed restricted community and all changes or additions 

to the exterior of the home must be approved by the Association prior 

to any work commencing. Requests for home improvements can be 

obtained through management. 

The Board of Directors meetings are held monthly in the association 

clubhouse (by the pool) on the fourth Tuesday at 7 PM and all 

homeowners are welcome to attend. You may also email or call with any 

questions or concerns at any time. We thank you all in advance for your 

kind cooperation and continued help in making West Memorial a great 

place to live! 

Respectfully, 

The West Memorial Civic Association 

Board of Directors 

West Memorial Park 

Our community park is located at 22415 Kingsland and is open to all West 

Memorial residents for outdoor activities. It has playground equipment 

and a large sheltered pavilion. 

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West Memorial Email Alert 

& Notification System 

West Memorial has a new alert and notification system that works with 

email. The alerts are for emergency notifications, security alerts and 

messages from our constables. The notifications are for neighborhood 

events, meetings and issues. 

To be a part of the system, you must request the service. If you are 

interested, open our web site at www.westmemorial.org and locate the 

Sign-Up icon on the right side of the main page. Follow the instructions 

and you will receive all future alerts and notifications. 

Anyone wishing to send an alert or notification should submit the 

message to westmemorial@westmemorial.org for approval, posting and 

transmission. Please direct any questions to harry@westmemorial.org. 

Trash Service 

WCA Waste (WCA) is your trash collection provider. Trash service days are 

Wednesday and Saturday. Please have trash out at curb by 7 AM each 

pick up day. Heavy Trash and/or extra bags are picked up on both pick-up 

days, Wednesday and Saturday. 

RECYCLING IS EVERY SATURDAY 

WCA takes great pride in our recycling program and efforts. Ensuring the 

best recycle program for our customers takes time and effort on both 

sides. Please remove caps, liquids and food products from inside the 

containers. Please only use the recycle bins for recyclable materials, not 

as an extra trash container. 

WCA will collect papers, plastics, aluminum and tin cans that are placed 

within the provided recycling bin. If items exceed container capacity, 

please place them adjacent to bin. 

WCA will provide each current residence with one recycling bin. WCA will 

replace any bins that are defective or otherwise become unusable due 

to normal wear and tear. Theft, lost or additional bins can be replaced 

at $8 each. 

If you find items left in your bin that are not recyclable please dispose of 

these items in your trash container for the next scheduled pick up. 

HOLIDAYS 

When regular pick-up falls on a holiday, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 

July 4 th (Independence Day), 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. 

BILLING 

WCA will invoice each individual residence on a quarterly basis. Bills 

are due 30 days after receipt. Any residents failing to pay will receive a 

statement, have services discontinued and incur a $25 late/reconnect 

service fee. 

CONTACT INFORMATION 

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Ph: 281-368-8397 

Soliciting 

Soliciting is prohibited in West Memorial Subdivision. Please make 

sure you have a sign posted on your residence for no soliciting. If you 

are approached by a solicitor, please call the Constable’s office at 281- 

463-6666. Continue to call this number if you see suspicious person or 

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Stray Animals 

Do not hesitate to call Harris County Animal Control at 281-999-3191, if 

you see animals that are roaming the neighborhood unleashed. 

West Memorial Constables 

Please make sure you call and report any suspicious behavior. Please file 

a report for any stolen or missing property we need to know what is going 

on in the neighborhood. Our Constables patrol our subdivision 24 hours 

a day/seven days a week. Please call them at 281-463-6666 to report any 

disturbance or to request vacation patrols. 

West Memorial Website 

www.westmemorial.org is the address for West Memorial information 

on the internet. The web site contains pool information, Board member 

contacts and complete documentation of your deed restrictions. It 

also contains neighborhood information, including schools, security, 

recreation and local worship centers. Check it out, you might find 

something you have been looking for. 

Deed Restrictions 

The purpose of Deed Restrictions in your neighborhood is to protect and 

enhance property values. They set guidelines for initial construction, 

perpetual maintenance and property use. As residents agree to abide 

by the majority view; the style and standards of a community are 

established and everyone benefits. For your information, restrictions 

are written by the developer before the first home is constructed and 

the Association is then charged with the on-going responsibility of 

enforcing them. They can be changed, but a very large percentage vote of 

homeowners is required to do so. Please let us know if you see a problem 

in the neighborhood. 

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2) You can keep chickens on your property: 

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3) WMCA Board Members are volunteers and receive no compensation: 

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4) The exterior walls of all residences shall be at least 50% masonry: 

True False 

5) You can build a duplex house on your West Memorial lot: 

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7) You can open an automobile repair shop in your garage: 

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8) You may build a tiny house (less than 1500 square feet) on your West 

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West Memorial Civic Association’s Board has approved the following: 

A $250 reward to anyone providing information leading to the arrest 

and prosecution of person or persons vandalizing or destroying West 

Memorial Civic Association property. 

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If you are interested in renting the clubhouse, please call Dannielle 

Raper at 1-866-844-3933. At the time your call is returned, the 

guidelines for renting and using the clubhouse will be provided. Be 

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2. Residents must have all dues/assessments paid prior to booking the 

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3. A certified check for all rental fees and deposits is required 30 days in 

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4. The security deposit will be returned within 30 days after the date of 

the event based on the condition the premises was left in. 

5. Renter is responsible for the conduct of all attendees. 

6. Police Officers are required at all functions of 50 or more attendees or 

at any event in which alcohol will be served. Arrangements and payment, 

for the officers, are to be made by the renter. 

Rental rates are as follows: 

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Non-resident $525 

Security deposit $300 

Street Lights 

Your Association pays for streetlights from your annual dues, whether 

they work or not. If a light is out in your area, please call 713-207-2222 and 

report it. You may also report outages online at www.centerpointenergy. 

com/outage. Each light has a number on it. When reporting the out light, 

give the pole number and street location. We want all lights to work. A 

lighted area is a safer area. 

Leash Law “Harris County” 

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. 

Veterinary Public Health (formerly called Harris County Animal Control) 

advises that “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. 

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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. 

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October 8 th - Early Dismissal - Elementary Parent Conference and Secondary Professional Learning 

October 17 th - Family Night (No Homework Assigned) 

October 19 th - Early Dismissal - Elementary Parent Conference and Secondary Professional Learning 

February 6, 2019 - My Childhood Addiction - Parenting in a Digital Age - 

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February 27, 2019 - Is It Mean? Is It Rude? Is It Bullying? - Registration 

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Wednesday, March 20, 2019 - College Prep 101 for Parents - Registration 

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Legacy Parent Academy 

The Katy ISD Legacy Parent Academy is a series of informational 

sessions specifically designed to assist parents by providing valuable 

information that relates to topics that go beyond the academic experience. 

In today’s world, we know parents and guardians are faced with decisions 

that will profoundly impact the future growth and development of their 

student. The goal of the Katy ISD Legacy Parent Academy is to equip 

parents with strategies and techniques to support their students. All 

parents and guardians of Katy ISD students are welcome to attend. 

The 2018-19 sessions will feature presentations from experts in topics 

that address emotional well-being, college preparedness and financial aid 

for college, amongst others. Learn more about our sessions, view a title a 

see full storyfor more information and to access the session’s registration 

form. Registration for each session will open two weeks prior to the event. 

Legacy Parent Academy 2018-2019 Sessions 

October 3, 2018 - Katy ISD College & Career Night 

October 24, 2018 - Mental Health Services in Texas - Registration 

Required 

November 7, 2018 - Understanding High School Credits, GPA and Class 

Rank - Registration Required 

November 7, 2018 - Transitioning from Elementary to Junior High 

School - Registration Required 

November 14, 2018 - Military Academies Night 

November or early December - Financial Information Academy 

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Private & Pre-Schools 

St. Bartholomew Catholic Preschool 

St. Bartholomew Catholic Preschool has been designed to: 

• Nurture Catholic faith development in each child and in each child’s 

family. 

• Teach students about prayer and to respect the world around 

them. 

• Allow opportunities for young children to learn socialization skills. 

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• Foster an appreciation of others through charitable acts of kindness. 

We have openings in our M/W and T/Th 18 month Class, 2 spots in our 

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to accommodate boys ages 8 through the Varsity Level. We compete 

against private schools, public schools and home school organizations. 

We practice at Katy Hustle gym. Visit our website at www.hcyawarriors. 

com for more information. 

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 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 one 

of the KISD junior high tracks 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 

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

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

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

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

with major Sponsors. Must be at least 21 years of age to join. LIFE VEST/ 

PFD IS A MUST!!!! We meet every 3 rd Wednesday of each month at 

24638 Kingsland Blvd., Katy TX 77494 (Manta Ray Enterprises, Inc.), 7-9 

PM. For more information, call Philip at 713-826-5705 or 281-782-7252. 

“Remember-Think Safe, Paddle Safe” 

Netball Clubs 

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

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

eight years and up including adults. Contact katynetball@netballamerica 

for further information. Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men 

and youth to join in, play and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British 

School of Houston. Contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for 

further information. 

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

regular announcements about netball in the Lonestar State! Also visit 

netballamerica.com for general information about netball in America. 

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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. 

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. 

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. 

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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What’s Happening Around Katy... 

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cRAFT SHOWS/FESTIVALS 

6th Annual St Paul’s Episcopal Church 

Fall Festival & Craft Show 

Please join us for our 6 th Annual St Paul’s Episcopal Church Fall Festival & 

Craft Show. Grab a friend and join us for shopping, children’s activities, 

Petting Zoo and BBQ. Special Guests include the Katy Fire Department & 

Katy Police department!! Saturday, October 6, 2018 at 5373 Franz Road, 

from 9 AM to 4 PM. FREE admission! Interested vendors please contact 

Mary at saintpaulschurch@charter.net. 

2nd Annual Westland’s 

Welcome Home Craft Show 

The 2 nd Annual Westland’s Welcome Home Craft Show will be held 

October 6, 2018 at Westland Baptist Church. We are located at 1407 W 

Grand Parkway South in Katy. 

St. Edith Stein Fall Festival 

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2018, Noon to 8 pm 

Food, games, beer, bingo, live music and shopping. Located 

at St. Edith Stein Catholic Church, 3311 N. Fry Road, Katy, TX 77449. 

2018 Hearts & Hands 

A Holiday Market 

Monday, October 22-Wednesday, October 24, 2018 

Presented by: Memorial Drive United Methodist Women, 

October 22 nd : Preview Party*- 5:30-8 PM 

October 23 rd : Shopping - 9 AM-6 PM 

October 24 th : Shopping - 9 AM-3 PM 

Proceeds benefit missions for women, children and youth 

70+ exciting favorite and new vendors 

Boxed Lunches · Bake Sale · Premium Coffee · Silent Auction 

If you have any questions, contact heartshandsmdumc@gmail.com 

*Preview Party tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door 

Memorial Drive United Methodist Church 

12955 Memorial Drive Houston, TX 77079 

713-468-8356 • www.mdumc.org 

American Legion Post 

200 Arts/Craft Show 

Wallis American Legion Post 200 

330 Legion Road, Wallis, TX 

Saturday October 27, 2018 (9 AM-5 PM) 

Sunday October 28, 2018 (10 AM-4 PM) 

Hamburgers and Chopped BBQ on Bun 

Desserts & Drinks 

$1 Admission-Hourly Door Prizes 

For more information, call 281-743-3678 

26th annual 

Gingerbread Village 

Holiday Market 

October 27, 2018 

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, 77084. Featuring arts, crafts, 

specialty foods, fashion good and more! 

7th Annual This 

& That Craft 

Extravaganza 

Saturday, October 13 th 

Briscoe Jr. High • 9 AM to 4 PM 

FREE Admission 

4300 FM 723 

Richmond, TX 77406 

For vendor info 

email stamez@lcisd.org 


Saint Aidan’s Episcopal Church Fall 

Festival and Holiday Market 

Sunday, October, 28 th , 10 AM-5 PM 

13131 Fry Road, Cypress, TX 

St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church will hold its 5 th Annual Fall Festival and 

Holiday Market on Sunday, October, 28 th at 13131 Fry Road just South 

of 290. Our festival features Market Booths, Children’s Area, Food Trucks, 

Silent Auction, Live Music throughout the day, Cake Walk, Trunk N Treat 

at 3 PM, Blessing of Animals at 4 PM. Lots of vendors with a variety of 

goods for sale. We look forward to seeing you all there! 

Interested in being a vendor? For additional information and register 

online, visit our website http://aidanschurch.org/fallfest. If you prefer to 

mail in your registration, you can obtain a Booth Reservation form by 

contacting us at 281-373-3203 or email fallfest@aidanschurch.org. 

4th Annual Mistletoe Market 

The St. Faustina Women of Mercy cordially invite you to their 4 th Annual 

Mistletoe Market. Saturday, November 3, 2018, 9 AM to 4 PM. Westlake 

Preparatory Lutheran Academy, 23300 Bellaire Blvd, Richmond, TX 

77406. (Do NOT call the school about booths or questions.) Come enjoy 

THE BEST SHOPPING experience Christmas can bring! As always, Santa 

will make a surprise guest appearance! All booth inquiries, please email 

Lisa Thigpen at Lisab0912@gmail.com. 

Holy CovenantUMC Presents 

29th Annual Heartwarming 

Christmas Craft Show 

November 10, 2018, 9 AM-4 PM 

22111 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, TX 77449 

Katy’s Largest Gift Market at the 

Katy Merrell Center 

The 11 th Annual Home for the Holidays Gift Market will take place 

November 16-18, 2018. We are excited to be back in the arena this year 

as well as the pavilion. 180 vendors in 2 buildings! Show hours: First 

Call Shopping Hours 10 AM to 1 PM. General Admission: Friday 1-8 PM. 

Saturday 10 AM-6 PM & Sunday 11 AM-4 PM. Follow us on Facebook 

to get up to date contest, coupons, vendor introductions and more. 

Facebook: Home for the Holidays Gift Market. 

Contact information: 281-788-4297 Stacie, Katelyn or Lynnie. Email 

HomefortheHolidaysGiftMarket@yahoo.com. 

Also, Cinco Ranch Wonderland Market is Saturday, October 27 th at Cinco 

Ranch High School 10 AM-5 PM and Home for the Holidays Galveston 

Moody Gardens Convention Center is Friday, November 23 rd 12-8 PM 

and Saturday, November 24 th 10 AM-6 PM. 

24th Annual Frostyfest Craft Fair 

December 1, 2018 

The 24 th Annual Frostyfest Craft Fair will be held on December 1, 2018, at 

Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church, 1530 Norwalk Drive, in Katy, Texas 

77450, from 9 AM to 3 PM. There will be over eighty top Texan vendors 

selling HANDCRAFTED merchandise. Santa Claus is coming to Frostyfest 

for pictures presented by Boy Scouts of Katy. 

Refreshments will be sold by the Knights of Columbus all day starting 

with breakfast tacos. Ladies Club will be having a bake sale and also a 

Silent Auction run by the Craft Club. 

All proceeds will be benefitting the new Epiphany Catholic School. For 

more information contact Brenda Cason at 281-346-8009. 

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WALKS/RUNs 

Run4TheChildren 

November 3, 2018, 9 AM 

The Fellowship, 22765 Westheimer Pkwy 

www.run4thechildren.org 

Created several years ago, Run4TheChildren is a fundraiser for families 

interested in adoption to assist with the financial burden of adopting. 

This is a 4 mile run located in the heart of Cinco Ranch with a shorter 

course for those looking unable to complete the entire 4 miles. This event 

is family friendly. To date, we have assisted 22 children find their forever 

families. 

GARAGE SALES 

Seven Meadows Fall Garage Sale 


Near 1093 and Grand Parkway. 

Westlake and Westlake Forest 

Community Garage Sale 


Off of Saums Road 

Grayson Lakes Garage Sale 


Held in the Clubhouse. Grayson Lakes is located off Katy Flewellen Road. 

Lost Creek Fall Garage Sale 


Lost Creek is located off of 1093, east of 99. 

Governor’s Place Garage Sale 


Located off Kingsland. 

Westheimer Lakes Garage Sale 

Saturday, November 3 rd , 7 AM-12 Noon 

Near 1093 and Grand Parkway 

GOLF TOURNAMENTS 

5Th Annual Honor Flight 

Houston Golf Tournament 

OCTOBER 4, 2018 

Meadowbrook Farms Golf Course: Honor Flight Houston is a non-profit 

organization 501 (c)(3) and a proud member of the Honor Flight Network, 

created solely to honor America’s veterans for all their sacrifices. Honor 

Flight Houston transports our heroes from Houston, Texas, to Washington 

D.C. to visit and reflect at their memorials. The flights and tours that 

Honor Flight Houston provides World War II veterans are absolutely 

FREE. Honor Flight Houston is our way of paying a tribute to those who 

gave so much - a memorable and rewarding TOUR of HONOR! This year, 

51 veterans were sent to Washington D.C. and 50 more are scheduled to 

depart by the of October. 

Of all of the war in recent memory, it was World War II that truly 

threatened our very existence as a nation and as a culturally diverse, 

free society. Now with more than 1,000 World War II veterans passing 

each day, our time to express our thanks to these brave men and 

women (The Greatest Generation) is running out. For information, 

please contact Jerry Pinto at 281-578-6306H, or 713-594-3553C or 

jerrympinto@sbcglobal.net. 

Birdies “Fore” the Children 7th 

Annual Charity Golf Tournament 

We are excited to invite you to participate in the Birdies “Fore” the 

Children 7 th Annual Charity Golf Tournament 2018 benefiting Shriner’s 

Hospital for burned children in Galveston, Texas. This tournament will be 

held at Tour 18 Golf Course, on Saturday October 27, 2018. Registration 

begins now online. Registration and breakfast will start at 6:30 AM. The 

tournament will start at 8 AM sharp. Our goal is to raise $50,000 to provide 

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funds for the tissue bank at Shriner’s Hospital. Our sponsors and players 

truly help us provide funds that directly go to Shriner’s Tissue Bank where 

hundreds of patients receive life-saving tissue which helps the children 

not only survive but also return home to their families! Thanks to all our 

friends and family for helping us reach $167,360 since 2011. 

In order to speed up the registration process the morning of the 

tournament, we have added the ability to pay by card on our website. 

This payment method will be shown once you complete your online 

registration. If you plan to pay by check, please mail in your checks to 

the address listed on your invoice as quickly as you can. We are still 

accepting cash, checks and cards at the tournament for registration, but, 

we ask that you please pay upfront before the tournament. 

We are looking forward to spending the day with all of our supporters 

and players, we look forward to seeing you out there and having a great 

2018 golf tournament. 

GO HERE TO REGISTER: http://birdeasepro.com/birdiesforethechildren 

Fundraisers 

Magnificat Houses, Inc. 50 Year 

Celebration Gala and Auction 

Saturday, October 6, 2018, 6:30 PM 

The Bell Tower on 34 th , 901 W. 34 th St., Houston, TX 77018. Please join us 

for cocktails, dinner, auction and celebrating founder Rose Mary Badami 

who at 94 years old, started Magnificat House 50 years ago. 

The 50 th Anniversary Magnificat House Gala Celebration will feature 

honorary Chair Mayor Sylvester Turner and aims to raise funds for 

Magnificat House. Magnificat House has been a Houston institution for 

50 years, offering faith, hope and charity by providing housing, food, 

work and spiritual support while our residents - of all races and creeds 

- build their lives in community. For more information on Magnificat 

House, Inc. and tickets for the 50 th Year Celebration Gala and Auction visit 

www.mhihouston.org. 

Mesa Outreach Sharing and 

Shooting Sporting Clay Tournament 

November 7, 2018 

Westside Sporting Grounds, 10120 Pattison Road, Katy TX 77493 

Sign-in 11:30 AM | Shotgun Start: 1 PM 

There will also be a raffle and silent auction. For more info, go to www. 

mesa-outreach.org. 

VEndor Opportunities 

Vendors Needed 

The 2 nd Annual Westland’s Welcome Home Craft Show will be held 

October 6, 2018 at Westland Baptist Church. We are located at 1407 W 

Grand Parkway South in Katy. Interested vendors should send an email 

to Martha Wells at westlandcraftshow@gmail.com with a description of 

what you are selling. A 10x10 booth space is $60. Only one national/retail 

rep will be accepted on a first come basis. 

Vendors Wanted 

THINKING HOLIDAYS?! The Ladies Auxiliary from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 

Catholic Church will hold their 26 th Annual Gingerbread Village Holiday 

Market on October 27, 2018. If you are interested in showcasing your 

arts, craft, products, etc., consider joining us as a vendor this year! For 

an application or more information regarding this event, please email: 

gingerbreadvillage@yahoo.com. 

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OCTOBER 2018 HOUSTON AREA EVENTS AND ROAD TRIPS 

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Original Greek Festival - October 4-7, 2018, Annunciation Greek Orthodox 

Cathedral, 3511 Yoakum Blvd., Houston, TX 77006. Times: Thurs. 5-10 PM, Fri. 

11 AM-10 PM, Sat. 11 AM-10 PM, Sun. 11 AM-6 PM. Admission: $5, Under 12 free. 

Celebrate the Annual Houston Greek Festival on the grounds of the Annunciation 

Greek Orthodox Cathedral. Authentic Greek food, wine, dancing and artifacts are 

fun for the entire family. 

Pearland Art & Crafts on the Pavilion - October 6-7, 2018, Daily 10 AM-5 PM, free. 

Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway Street, Pearland, TX 77584. Abstract art, 

handcrafted jewelry, pottery and wooden treasure boxes are just a few of the unique 

items you’ll find. The FREE, juried art show offers visitors an opportunity to shop 

for unique art and handcrafted pieces created by local artists and artisans. NEW: A 

singer/songwriter showcase featuring artists performing original music rounds out 

the live music stage. Live music, a food truck court, pop-up paint studio and kid’s 

interactive art station are part of the family-friendly fun. Check out visitpearland. 

com/artshow2018 for details. 

moonGARDEN - Thru October 7, 2018, Daily 6 PM-Midnight, Discovery Green, 1500 

McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010. Admission is FREE. A series of 22 illuminated 

spheres transform Discovery Green and Avenida Houston into a magical moonscape. 

Ranging in size from six to 30 feet in diameter, moonGARDEN features 11 

shadow “theaters” that tell the diverse, dynamic story of Houston and Discovery 

Green, as well as interactive works that allow visitors to become part of the experience. 

This is the largest ever created by Lucion Traveling Light of Montreal. Free. 

Visible during all park hours; activated nightly 6 PM-Midnight. On October 5 th , there 

will be a pajama party. Milk and cookies will be served, celebrity readers will share 

the beloved children’s book in the languages of Houston. The Astrological Society 

will be on hand with telescopes for star-gazing. 7-9 PM. 

40 th Houston Italian Festival - October 11-14, 2018. University Of St. Thomas, 

3800 Montrose Blvd., Houston, TX 77006. Times: Thurs. 5-10 PM, Fri. 11 AM-10 PM, 

Sat. 11 AM-10 PM, Sun. 11 AM-6 PM. Free Admission Thurs. night and Fri. until 4 

PM, otherwise it is $5-$25. This year’s festival features: Live Music, Wine and beer 

tastings, Film screenings, Cooking classes for children, Italian language classes, 

Marionette puppet shows, Interactive sidewalk art, Pasta eating contests, grape 

stomps and a bocce ball tournament, Classic Car Show and so much more! 

For more information, visit www.houstonitalianfestival.com. 

Texian Market Days Festival - October 20, 2018, 9 AM-5 PM, George Ranch Historical 

Park, 10215 FM 762, Richmond, TX 77469. Admission $10-$20. It’s cannon time! 

The Fort Bend History Association is proud to present the 35 th annual Texian Market 

Days festival, held at the George Ranch Historical Park. Bring the whole family to 

discover more than 150 years of Texas history! Enjoy hands-on activities, battle 

re-enactments, live entertainment, first-person costumed interpreters, historic 

home tours, games, cowboys, vintage vehicles, food, craft vendors and more. Texian 

Market Days is our biggest living history event of the year - you don’t want to miss it! 

Wings Over Houston Airshow - October 20-21, 2018, 10 AM-6 PM, Ellington 

Airport, 11210 Blume Ave, Houston, TX 77034. Wings Over Houston Airshow is 

celebrating its 34 th year at Ellington Airport with the US Navy Blue Angels, as well 

as nearly five more hours worth of thrilling aerial shows from some of the world’s 

greatest military and civilian pilots. Ranked as one of the top airshows in the country, 

Wings Over Houston also offers great ground attractions, such as simulators, 

ride and drive opportunities and nearly 100 static aircraft to view. 

Unplugged at Discovery Green - October 21, 2018, 5-9 PM, Discovery Green, 1500 

McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010. Admission is FREE. An evening of acoustic 

music from some of Houston’s top talent on the Grace Event Lawn. This much loved 

local series challenges bands to rearrange and reimagine songs using acoustic 

instruments only; resulting in unique, intimate and soulful performances. 

Scream on the Green® - October 26, 2018, 6-10 PM, Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney 

Street, Houston, TX 77010. Admission is FREE. Visitors will have a spooky good 

time at Houston’s citywide costume contest and Halloween celebration for the 

whole family! There will be prizes, Halloween spectacle, a movie, performances, 

living statues, music and more! Visitors can win candy and prizes playing our FREE 

games! Enjoy watching E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial on the big screen at 7:30 PM. Costume 

Contest: Registration will take place on-site near the Anheuser-Busch stage 

before the contest and winners will be announced after. Prizes were awarded to 

1 st , 2 nd and 3 rd place in each category. (Infant-8 years, 9-17 years, Best Male 18+, 

Best Female 18+, Best Family and Best Dog.) Costume contest registration opens 

at 6:45 PM (at the side of the Anheuser Busch stage), contest begins at 7 PM. Registration 

will close at 8 PM. 

The 2018 Houston AfriFEST-Festival of African Arts Culture and Entertainment 

- October 27, 2018, 12-8 PM, Houston Baptist University Holcombe Mall, 7502 

Fondren Road | Houston, Tx 77074. Admission $5 entry through October 20 th , $10 

entry after October 21 st , kids, students and seniors are free. Africans are colorful, 

vibrant and full of expression! We will take you on a cultural journey through Africa 

to celebrate her rich diversity in a typical African open market setting featuring 

special live performances, a tour of country arts and crafts, ethnic cuisines from 

different regions, Ankara fashion, folklore tales, kids’ activities and a lot more. 

Puerto Rican, Cuban and Dominican Fest 2018 - October 27, 2018, 12 Noon-10 

PM, Midtown Park, 2811 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77006. Admission $15-$200. 

This festival is done annually to support the continuous efforts to disseminate 

the Puerto Rican and Cuban cultures within the city of Houston. We also want to 

teach our children about our roots, assisting them with their self-esteem, identity 

and letting them know that they have a strong support group. Additionally, we are 

educating the citizens of the City of Houston about who we are and asking them 

to embrace our cultures in a friendly and festive environment. 

Texas Renaissance Festival - Weekends thru November 25, 2018, 9 AM-8 PM, 

21778 FM 1774, Todd Mission, TX 77363. Admission varies. The Texas Renaissance 

Festival is an interactive theme park that embraces different eras, including the 

16 th century and beyond. The 55-acre theater is filled with live entertainment, food 

and shops. The enchanted 55-acre village comes to life as all of Europe comes to 

pay homage to the King and Queen with Eight Themed Weekends. Hundreds of 

costumed performers are showcased in over 200 daily performances. Visitors meander 

along shaded cobblestone walkways visiting almost 400 shoppes overflowing 

with unique arts and crafts of offering delicious foods and beverages. All ages will 

be amused by the games of skill and human-powered rides. 

6 th Annual Fall Fest - Fridays, 12-7 PM, North Shore Rotary Pavilion, 14350 1/2 

Wallisville Rd., Houston, TX 77049. Part food festival, part music festival, CTC’s 

“Fall Fest” is an excellent opportunity to bring a taste of Chicago to Houston area 

residents. This one-day, Chicago, cultural festival features several food vendors, 

who offer Chicago culinary classics. Additionally, the event features DJs who will 

spin a variety of music types including: House music, which is an internationally 

known style of music born in Chicago which gave birth to techno and EDM. Also, 

the event hosts a dance lounge where attendees can learn Stepping which is a nationally 

known dance style born in Chicago and similar to this area’s two-step and 

swing out dance styles. Event entry tickets for ages 14 & up are only $5 advanced, 

$10 at the gate. It is FREE for attendees age 13 and under. 

Comedy Night at HPL - Monthly on the 3 rd Thursday, 6-8 PM. Houston Public 

Library, 500 Mckinney Avenue, Houston, TX 77002. Admission is free. The Houston 

Public Library offers “Open Mic” comedy night where local and non local comedians, 

comediennes, ventriloquists and impressionists of ALL ages present family 

comedy to the audience. Improv Performers from Station Theater closes out the 

night with games that involve the audience. Everyone who participates in at least 

one open mic throughout the year become eligible to participate in the Annual 

Comedy competition which is held in December. Prizes in the amounts of $100 

and $75 gift cards are given to the 4 winners. Two adult and two youth. Event is 

free and open to the public. Food and non alcoholic beverages are allowed in the 

sitting area during this event only. You can bring your own food and order from 

many of the surrounding food places. All ages. 

Flea by Night - third Saturday of every month unless affected by weather, 6-10 

PM, Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010. Treasure-hunt at 

this monthly, one-of-a-kind market nestled in the southeast end of the downtown 

park. The destination market features an array of artful kitsch, vintage items, 

mid-century modern furniture, recycled and repurposed items and collectibles 


and crafts by local artisans and designers. Whether you are a bargain hunter or 

an eco-sensitive collector dedicated to repurposing and reusing, seek and find at 

Discovery Green Flea by Night while enjoying light bites and local entertainment. 

The event is free to attend and open to the public. 

Carlos Cruz-Diez at the Cistern: Spatial Chromointerference - Weekly through 

January 13, 2019. Cistern At Buffalo Bayou Park, 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX 

77007. Times: Wednesday through Friday - 3:30-6 PM; Saturday and Sunday - 11 

AM-6 PM. Admission: $10 per person; $8 for Seniors, Youth and Students. The Cistern’s 

distinctive architecture as well as its sheer size and raw interior, punctuated 

by a series of rhythmical columns, will make for an intriguing and interactive experience. 

Visitors to Carlos Cruz-Diez at the Cistern: Spatial Chromointerference will 

be encouraged to wear white or light colored clothing and will actively participate 

in viewing as the color changes creating a sensation of movement. 

Open House - Daily from dawn until dusk through February 28, 2019, admission 

free. Sam Houston Park, 1100 Bagby, Houston, TX 77002. The artistic duo, Havel 

Ruck Projects, made up of local artists, Dan Havel and Dean Ruck, transformed 

a previously abandoned house into an interactive temporary public sculpture. 

Sourced from Cherry House Moving Company, the 1940s-era house was originally 

located in Santa Fe, Texas. After moving the home to Sam Houston Park in April, 

Havel and Ruck stripped the structure’s interior and exterior using drill saws and 

other tools. They cut circular holes into the walls and filled them with PVC pipe to 

create a “Swiss cheese” or “lace” appearance and collaged the interior walls with 

vintage images sourced from family, friends and local resale shops representing 

the city’s people, places and past. 

Cars and Coffee - through December 29, 2018, 9 AM-12 PM. Gateway Classic Cars 

Of Houston, 1910 Cypress Station Drive, Suite 200, Houston, TX 77090. Admission is 

free. Cruise in to Gateway Classic Cars every last Saturday of the month for Cars 

& Coffee. So far we have had some amazing turnouts, but we want to continue to 

grow! Enjoy delicious donuts, coffee and all of our sweet rides! No Admission fee 

and everyone is welcome! No cruiser? No sweat bring the daily driver. Hope to see 

you there. 250+ classic & exotics. 

Farmers Market at Imperial - Saturdays through December 29, 2018, 9 AM-1 

PM, 234 Matlage Way, Sugar Land, TX 77478. Admission is free. In addition to a 

wonderful selection of vendors, the Farmers Market brings you family fun! Each 

week, the Market features live music, cooking demonstrations or other seasonal 

entertainment. Presented by the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce. 

Aggie Habitat for Humanity Pumpkin Patch - The Aggie Habitat Pumpkin Patch 

site is located on Covenant Presbyterian Church’s grounds in College Station at 

220 Rock Prairie Rd and sells over 3,000 pumpkins of all shapes and sizes every 

year! The pumpkin patch is open thru October 31 st . If you would like to schedule a 

school field trip or have a pumpkin carving social, please send request to events@ 

aggiehabitat.org. 

Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch 2018 - thru Nov. 10, 2018, Fri. 9 AM-3 PM, 

Sat.-Sun. 10 AM-5 PM - Open to the Public. Blessington Farms, 510 Chisolm Trail, 

Simonton, TX 77476. Phone: 832-444-8717. Email: info@blessingtonfarms.com. 

Payment: Cash, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. 

Fearshire Farms-Haunted corn maze, haunted field, haunted house - 1100 S 

Walker St, Angleton, TX 77515. Phone: 979-848-3327. Email: info@fearshirefarms. 

com. Open October 5 th -November 2 nd , Fridays and Saturdays 7-11 PM, plus October 

25 th and 31 st 7-9 PM. Haunting starts at dark. We keep haunting until we’ve 

scared all of the ticket-holders off of the property (or buried the ones that didn’t 

survive!) Directions: From Houston; Take 288 South to Angleton. Pass Angleton 

West Columbia exit and taking next exit CR 290. Take left at stop sign. Follow CR 

290 watching for Fearshire Farms signs. We have Haunted Attractions for thrill 

seekers of every level. Fearson’s Farm House and Dead End Corn Maze are for the 

strong of heart. The Curtain Chaoz and Haunted Hay Ride are great family fun for 

all ages. New this year is Spooky Jacks, a corn maze designed for younger guest 

in the spirit of the Halloween Season. While you are waiting on your friends to 

regroup you can roast marshmallows for Smores at the Community Campfire or 

enjoy watching a classic scary movie under our covered pavilion. Visit venders 

booths like Temporary Tattoos or Shoot the Corn Cannon ($1 for 3 shots). Food 

and Drinks are available at our ticket booth and Food Vendor tents. *No outside 

food or drinks allowed. 

Phobia Haunted Houses-8 haunts, 1 location - Open Weekends in October - Located 

on Beltway 8 South, between 288 and I-45, Phobia operates multiple great 

haunted houses. Phobia employs hundreds of actors at its massive ScreamPark in 

Houston. Tour the Darke hallways of Phobia Haunted Houses weekends in October. 

Texas’ scariest haunt is open Friday, Saturday and Sundays through Halloween. 

Tickets start at $15 per person for one great haunted house. See more killer haunts 

for discounted multi attraction pricing. For the biggest world of scream in Houston, 

checkout Phobia’s the Darke Institute, Mind Control, Clown Mania, Exile, Savage 

Ground, Contagion, DarkeWorld, Dawn of the Machine and Genetic Nightmare, 

the creepy haunted house. Under 12 bring a parent. Over 12, get ready for a scary 

haunted house. For more info,www.darke.com. 


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Gardening Tips For October 

• Dig and store caladiums before the foliage dies. Allow the bulbs to dry in the 

shade, shake off the dried soil and dust with sulphur to control fungus. Store by 

hanging in open mesh bags or old panty hose. 

• Flowers planted for spring can begin when the temperatures are going to stay 

cooler. Shrubs and trees can be planted now. Woody plants concentrate on root 

growth through the winter and the more headstart they can get before summer, 

the better. 

• October 15th is about the time for dividing and planting daylilies. 

• Watch out for brown patch in St. Augustine grass. These circular brown patches 

are caused by a fungus that is activated by moist cool weather. Control with 

Daconil. 

• If you need to do any pruning, do it early in the month. The re-growth stimulated 

by pruning needs to harden off before that odd-ball frost of Halloween. Prune 

fruit trees when leaves begin to fall. Remove all dead, weak and over-crowded 

growth. Tip back main branches to control size and shape. Spray w/dormant oil 

when temperature is between 30-60 degrees. 

• Cut back tops of perennials after they have bloomed. Divide roots and transplant 

anytime from now until March, the earlier the better. 

• Get the ant baits down. This will greatly reduce your spring populations. 

• Clover left over from last year may be growing. It’s best to hit it with the postemerge 

herbicides in October and November. At least two applications are usually 

needed, even if done this early. 

• For color throughout the winter, begin planting pansies. 

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OCTOBER RECIPES 

CAJUN CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE GUMBO 

You could make this on National Gumbo Day October 12 th ! 

INGREDIENTS 

1 cup vegetable oil 

1 cup all-purpose flour 

1 large onion, chopped 

1 large green bell pepper, chopped 

2 celery stalks, chopped 

1 pound andouille or smoked sausage, sliced 1/4 inch thick 

4 cloves garlic, minced 

salt and pepper to taste 

Creole seasoning to taste 

6 cups chicken broth 

1 bay leaf 

1 rotisserie chicken, boned and shredded 

DIRECTIONS 

Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. When hot, whisk in flour. 

Continue whisking until the roux has cooked to the color of chocolate 

milk, 8 to 10 minutes. Be careful not to burn the roux. If you see black 

specks in the mixture, start over. 

Stir onion, bell pepper, celery and sausage into the roux; cook 5 minutes. 

Stir in the garlic and cook another 5 minutes. Season with salt, 

pepper and Creole seasoning; blend thoroughly. Pour in the chicken 

broth and add the bay leaf. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce 

heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. 

Stir in the chicken and simmer 1 hour more. Skim off any 

foam that floats to the top during the last hour. 

http://allrecipes.com/ 

KOREAN CHICKEN KABOBS 

An amazing combination of sweet and spicy! And the chicken comes 

out perfectly tender and juicy with a finger-licking sticky glaze! 

INGREDIENTS: 

1/4 cup gochujang (Korean red pepper paste) 

1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce 

2 tablespoons seasoned rice wine vinegar 

2 tablespoons light brown sugar 

1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 

1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger 

3 cloves garlic, minced 

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 

cut into 1-inch chunks 

1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil 

1 green onion, thinly sliced 

1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds 

DIRECTIONS: 

In a medium bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, 

brown sugar, sesame oil, ginger and garlic. Reserve 2 tablespoons 

and set aside. 

In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine gochujang mixture 

and chicken; marinate for at least 2 hours to overnight, up to 8 hours, 

turning the bag occasionally. Drain the chicken from the marinade, 

discarding the marinade. 

Preheat grill to medium high heat. Thread chicken onto skewers; 

brush with canola oil. 

Add skewers to grill, and cook, turning occasionally, until the chicken 

is completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature 

of 165 degrees F, about 10 minutes. Brush skewers with reserved 

gochujang mixture, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes. 

Serve immediately, garnished with green onion and sesame seeds. 

DOUBLE LAYER PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE 

You could bake these on National Pumpkin 

Cheesecake Day October 21 st ! 

This delicious recipe brought to you by Damn Delicious 

https://damndelicious.net/2018/08/19/korean-chicken-kabobs/ 

DIRECTIONS 

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). In a 

large bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar and vanilla. 

Beat until smooth. Blend in eggs one at a time. 

Remove 1 cup of batter and spread into bottom of 

crust; set aside. 

INGREDIENTS 

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 

1/2 cup white sugar 

Add pumpkin, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg to the 

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 

remaining batter and stir gently until well blended. 

2 eggs 

Carefully spread over the batter in the crust. 

1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust 

1/2 cup pumpkin puree 

Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until 

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

center is almost set. Allow to cool, then refrigerate 

1 pinch ground cloves 

for 3 hours or overnight. Cover with whipped topping 

1 pinch ground nutmeg 

before serving. http://allrecipes.com/ 

1/2 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed 


A Night of Positively Pink at LaCenterra 

Hosted by 

Houston Methodist West Hospital 

Friday, Oct. 12 | 6-9 P.M. 

LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch Courtyard 

23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, TX 77494 

Join us and bring your family for a night of Positively 

Pink, a breast cancer awareness celebration. 

At this fun and educational event, you will: 

• Meet our Breast Care Center team and women’s 

health specialists 

• Receive breast health information 

• Enjoy live music by The Mockingbirds Band 

• Get free giveaway items and much more! 

The event is free. For more information, visit 

events.houstonmethodist.org/west-pink 

or call 832.522.5522. 

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