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<strong>October</strong> <strong>2018</strong><br />

Craft Shows/Festivals<br />

Garage Sales<br />

Important Numbers... 3<br />

Teenage Job Seekers... 4<br />

Sports Opportunities... 6<br />

What’s Happening in <strong>Katy</strong>... 8<br />

Festivals Around Town... 14<br />

Houston Area Events... 16<br />

Garden Tips... 22<br />

Recipes... 23<br />

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Halloween Safety Tips<br />

Walk Safely: Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks.<br />

Look left, right and left again when crossing and keep looking as you cross. Put<br />

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

Teach children to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them.<br />

Always walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as<br />

far to the left as possible. Children should walk on direct routes with the fewest<br />

street crossings. Watch for cars that are turning or backing up. Teach children to<br />

never dart out into the street or cross between parked cars.<br />

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

at night without adult supervision. If kids are mature enough to be out without<br />

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

in groups.<br />

Keep Costumes Both Creative and Safe: Decorate costumes and bags with<br />

reflective tape or stickers and if possible, choose light colors. Choose face paint<br />

and makeup whenever possible instead of masks, which can obstruct a child’s<br />

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

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

and falls.<br />

Drive Extra Safely on Halloween: Slow down and be especially alert in residential<br />

neighborhoods. Children are excited on Halloween and may move in unpredictable<br />

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

Enter and exit driveways and alleys slowly and carefully. Eliminate any distractions<br />

inside your car so you can concentrate on the road and your surroundings. Drive<br />

slowly, anticipate heavy pedestrian traffic and turn your headlights on earlier in the<br />

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

PM to 9:30 PM so be especially alert for kids during those hours.<br />

KATY WEST IMPORTANT NUMBERS<br />

SECURITY<br />

Emergency (Police, Fire & Ambulance) 911<br />

Ft. Bend Ct. Sheriff’s Dept. 281-341-4665<br />

Harris Ct. Constables 281-463-6666<br />

Fulshear Police Department 281-346-2202<br />

Fort Bend County Sherriff 281-341-4666<br />

Constable Precinct 3 281-342-3411<br />

FIRE DEPARTMENT<br />

<strong>West</strong> I-10 Volunteer Dept. Harris Ct 281-675-3600<br />

Ft. Bend ESD2 (Willowfork Fire Dept) 281-395-0011<br />

Community Fire Dept. (S. of Willowfork) 281-498-1310<br />

Fulshear/Simonton Fire Dept 281-346-2800<br />

SCHOOLS<br />

KISD Administration 281-396-6000<br />

KISD Transportation 281-396-7560<br />

Davidson Elementary 281-234-2500<br />

Jenks Elementary School 281-234-4100<br />

WoodCreek Elementary School 281-234-0100<br />

Kilpatrick Elementary School 281-237-7600<br />

WoodCreek Junior High School 281-234-0800<br />

Tays Junior High School 281-234-2400<br />

Tompkins High School 281-234-1000<br />

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IMPORTANT NUMBERS<br />

Poison Control 1-800-222-1222<br />

Ft. Bend Animal Control 281-342-1512<br />

Harris Ct. Animal Control 281-999-3191<br />

Children’s Protective Services 713-394-4000<br />

Fort Bend MUD #58 281-482-0216<br />

Severn Trent Service 281-398-8211<br />

Best Trash 281-313-2378<br />

Reliant Energy 713-207-7777<br />

Centerpoint Energy 713-659-2111<br />

Power Outage 713-207-2222<br />

www.centerpointenergy.com/outage<br />

Entex-leaking gas 713-659-3552<br />

Texas One Call System (Call before you dig) 811<br />

AT&T 800-288-2747<br />

Metro 713-635-4000<br />

Memorial Herman Hospital - <strong>Katy</strong> 281-644-7000<br />

Houston Methodist St. Catherine Hospital 281-599-5700<br />

Methodist <strong>West</strong> Hospital 832-522-1000<br />

City of Fulshear 281-346-1796<br />

Fort Bend County Tax Office 281-341-3710<br />

Emergency Service District Tax 281-342-6414<br />

Fort Bend County Animal Control 281-342-1512<br />

Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce 281-491-0800<br />

<strong>Katy</strong> Chamber of Commerce 281-391-5289<br />

City of <strong>Katy</strong> 281-391-4800<br />

<strong>Katy</strong> Christian Ministries 281-391-5261<br />

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Teenage Job Seekers<br />

If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the<br />

teenage job seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www.<br />

krenekprinting.com, click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with<br />

your name, birthdate (mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate<br />

and the name of your newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you<br />

want on your form. Please make sure your email is correct, we send<br />

emails in the summer to make sure all the info is still good and that you<br />

want to stay on the list. If we do not hear back from you after 3 tries, we<br />

will remove you from the list until we do. Must have parent(s) permission.<br />

DISCLAIMER: Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those listed on<br />

the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out references if you do not personally<br />

know those listed. This is just a list of teenagers from the subdivision who wish to find part<br />

time jobs. Responsibility for any work done by these teenagers is between those seeking<br />

helpers and the teens and their parents.<br />

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of your subdivision, and any credits that should be published<br />

with your photo (such as a professional photographer.)<br />

Names of children and/or adults shown on the photo will be<br />

included by request only. Although not a requirement, we<br />

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The next due date will be <strong>October</strong> 20th for the<br />

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<strong>October</strong> is National Protect<br />

Your Hearing Month<br />

<strong>October</strong> is National Protect Your Hearing month. More than 36 million<br />

Americans suffer from some type of hearing loss. Contrary to what many<br />

people think, this isn’t an issue just for the older adult population: half of<br />

hearing loss sufferers in America are younger than 65. Let’s take a closer<br />

look at the causes of hearing loss and how to be proactive in protecting<br />

and preserving your hearing.<br />

Types of Hearing Loss<br />

There are three types of hearing loss. Aging is the reason most of us think<br />

of first. Hearing loss can also be caused by illness. Noise-induced hearing<br />

loss (NIHL) is the third type of hearing loss and it’s on the rise in America.<br />

We are exposed to more noise than ever before. This doesn’t mean,<br />

though, that hearing loss is inevitable. Hearing care and examinations at<br />

a hearing clinic can help protect your hearing and prevent hearing loss<br />

due to excessive noise.<br />

How We Hear<br />

How do we hear? The outer part of our ear acts as a funnel, channeling<br />

sound waves into the ear canal. There, they vibrate the ear drum and<br />

pass through to the middle ear. Within the middle ear are the three<br />

smallest bones in the human body. These tiny bones are responsible for<br />

amplifying the sounds waves before they move to the inner ear. This part<br />

of the ear is related to balance. The middle ear also contains microscopic<br />

hairs that, when vibrated, trigger the electrical impulses that are then<br />

sent to the brain from the auditory nerve, allowing us to hear.<br />

Noise-Induced Hearing Loss<br />

Noise-induced hearing loss happens with prolonged exposure to noise<br />

levels at 85 decibels or higher. When the tiny hairs in our ear canal are<br />

exposed to this level of noise over time, these hairs can become damaged.<br />

This damage is permanent. You might be surprised to find out that many<br />

noise sources that we encounter in our daily lives measure higher than 85<br />

decibels - the threshold at which noise levels start to become damaging<br />

to the ears.<br />

Hair dryers and ambulances are two such examples. Music concerts<br />

and sporting events also have noise levels above 85db. Does this mean<br />

drying your hair occasionally or going to a few football games will lead<br />

to hearing loss? Not necessarily. It’s important to talk to a trained and<br />

licensed audiologist and get a hearing assessment to make sure you’re<br />

doing what you can to prevent noise-induced hearing loss.<br />

How an Audiologist Can Help<br />

An audiologist is a state-licensed health care professional that holds a<br />

master’s or doctorate degree from an accredited university. Audiologists<br />

don’t just fit hearing aids or deal with a patients’ hearing loss after the<br />

fact - though this is an important part of their work. Audiologists are also<br />

able to design and implement a plan for you to prevent noise-induced<br />

hearing loss in the first place.<br />

Take steps this <strong>October</strong> to better protect your hearing. Get to know your<br />

audiologist and schedule a hearing assessment. If you are someone who<br />

is regularly subject to excessive noise levels, an audiologist can work<br />

with you to prevent permanent hearing damage.<br />

Soucrce: www.intermountainaudiology.com/october-national-protecthearing-month<br />

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• Girls & Boys Gymnastics<br />

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• Tumbling<br />

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• Cheer Technique<br />

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• Special Needs<br />

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• Ballet<br />

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Sports<br />

Opportunities<br />

KEEP YOUR FAMILY HEALTHY<br />

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We provide personalized care for your whole family, including<br />

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Many of our practices:<br />

• Provide online scheduling<br />

• Offer same-day appointments<br />

• Are conveniently located close to work or home<br />

• Accept most major insurance plans<br />

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• Sheetrock Repair<br />

• Pressure Washing<br />

• Cabinet Painting<br />

• Fence Repair/Replacement<br />

• Wood Replacement<br />

• Garage Floor Epoxy<br />

• Interior Carpentry<br />

• Custom Staining<br />

• Crown Molding<br />

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We accept all major credit cards<br />

HCYA Homeschool Basketball<br />

Registration is now open for the <strong>2018</strong>-2019 Season. HYCA (Homeschool<br />

Christian Youth Association) is now accepting registrations through<br />

<strong>October</strong> 15 th for the <strong>2018</strong>-2019 season. The organization has been<br />

in existence for more than 25 years and our coaching staff has over<br />

30 years of total experience with HCYA. We have a number of teams<br />

to accommodate boys ages 8 through the Varsity Level. We compete<br />

against private schools, public schools and home school organizations.<br />

We practice at <strong>Katy</strong> Hustle gym. Visit our website at www.hcyawarriors.<br />

com for more information.<br />

<strong>West</strong> Houston Rugby Club<br />

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

all ages from minis to adults to participate in one of America’s fastest<br />

growing sports. Our coaches are fully accredited with USA Rugby and<br />

include former European premiership players. We are a not for profit club<br />

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

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

for the <strong>2018</strong> season at www.westhoustonrugby.com. Enquiries may be<br />

sent to info@westhoustonrugby.com. Come and join the fastest growing<br />

club in Houston!<br />

<strong>Katy</strong> Area Running Club<br />

The <strong>Katy</strong> Area Running Club is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation which<br />

exists to serve people living in and around <strong>Katy</strong>, Texas who have<br />

an interest in running. We are a community of people of all ages,<br />

backgrounds, heritages and abilities who share a common interest -<br />

running! Our focus is on group runs, having fun, socializing and sharing<br />

our knowledge and experience with our members and the public. We<br />

welcome all who are interested in joining us. We have a full calendar of<br />

runs, events and socials. We hold group runs every Saturday morning<br />

at the Sergeant Hatch Sports Park off the south I-10 feeder road just east<br />

of Barker Cypress Rd. On Tuesdays (5 AM and 6:30 PM) we meet at one<br />

of the KISD junior high tracks for speedwork and on Thursday (6:30 PM)<br />

we meet at Crosspoint Community Church for tempo runs of various<br />

distances and paces. To find out more and to join our club, visit www.<br />

<strong>Katy</strong>AreaRunningClub.com.<br />

Track Houston/Youth Track Club<br />

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

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

6 to18 years old in improving their physical fitness and mental stamina.<br />

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

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

Cypress. Visit www.trackhouston.com to register for a location near you.<br />

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<strong>Katy</strong> Canoe & Kayak Club<br />

Established March of 2014 (Over 200 Members). Never paddled before,<br />

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

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

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

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

PFD IS A MUST!!!! We meet every 3 rd Wednesday of each month at<br />

24638 Kingsland Blvd., <strong>Katy</strong> TX 77494 (Manta Ray Enterprises, Inc.), 7-9<br />

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

“Remember-Think Safe, Paddle Safe”<br />

Netball Clubs<br />

<strong>Katy</strong> Swifts Netball Club invites people to come and learn about netball<br />

and have some fun playing a great team sport. Open to everyone from<br />

eight years and up including adults. Contact katynetball@netballamerica<br />

for further information. Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men<br />

and youth to join in, play and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British<br />

School of Houston. Contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for<br />

further information.<br />

You can also “like” the Texas Netball Association on Facebook to see<br />

regular announcements about netball in the Lonestar State! Also visit<br />

netballamerica.com for general information about netball in America.<br />

Women’s Flat Track Roller Derby<br />

Southwest Houston’s own brand new women’s flat track roller derby<br />

team is now forming. This isn’t the old school roller derby you’ve seen in<br />

the past. We train derby athletes to compete according to the rules and<br />

guidelines set forth by WFTDA, the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association.<br />

We are actively recruiting skaters, referees and volunteers. Skaters must<br />

be female and 18 or older. Referees and volunteers must be 18 or older.<br />

Email us at yellowrosederbygirls@yahoo.com for more information. You<br />

can also find us at www.yellowrosederbygirls.com and on Facebook. Join<br />

up now to become an integral part in founding and building our league.<br />

Flewellen Way<br />

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WellPet<br />

Center<br />

S. Fry Road<br />

FM 1463<br />

CVS Wendy’s<br />

H<br />

Shell<br />

McDonalds<br />

FM 359<br />

FM 1093<br />

Volleyball<br />

Please contact Dean at volleyballkaty@yahoo.com if you are interested in<br />

playing volleyball. You must be at least 18 years old and be able to play at<br />

intermediate level. We play at different locations in and around <strong>Katy</strong> area.<br />

<strong>Katy</strong> Rugby Club<br />

Want to learn the newest Olympic Sport - Rugby? All ages welcome - boys<br />

& girls, Training every Sunday 2-4 PM at Cinco Ranch High School, For<br />

more information, please visit www.katyrugbyclub.com.<br />

<strong>Katy</strong> Cavalier Lacrosse Club<br />

The <strong>Katy</strong> Cavalier Lacrosse Club invites you to come and see what Lacrosse<br />

is all about. Join us as we continue to bring one of the fastest growing<br />

team sports in the United States to the youth of <strong>Katy</strong>. <strong>Katy</strong> Cavalier<br />

Lacrosse Club offers lacrosse for boys and girls from Kindergarten thru<br />

High School. No experience needed. For more information visit our<br />

website, www.katycavalierlacrosse.org.<br />

Did you play Lacrosse in college, coached lacrosse or just love the sport?<br />

We are looking for Coaches for boys and girls. Please contact us for more<br />

information if you would like to volunteer and be a part of the <strong>Katy</strong><br />

Cavalier Lacrosse Club, 281-942-8822.<br />

<strong>West</strong>side Golf League<br />

<strong>West</strong>side Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite<br />

you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our<br />

purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun<br />

while improving golfing skills. For more information, contact the Pro<br />

Shop at Cinco Ranch, 281-395-4653.<br />

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What’s Happening Around <strong>Katy</strong>...<br />

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cRAFT SHOWS/FESTIVALS<br />

6th Annual St Paul’s Episcopal Church<br />

Fall Festival & Craft Show<br />

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

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

Petting Zoo and BBQ. Special Guests include the <strong>Katy</strong> Fire Department &<br />

<strong>Katy</strong> Police department!! Saturday, <strong>October</strong> 6, <strong>2018</strong> at 5373 Franz Road,<br />

from 9 AM to 4 PM. FREE admission! Interested vendors please contact<br />

Mary at saintpaulschurch@charter.net.<br />

2nd Annual <strong>West</strong>land’s<br />

Welcome Home Craft Show<br />

The 2 nd Annual <strong>West</strong>land’s Welcome Home Craft Show will be held<br />

<strong>October</strong> 6, <strong>2018</strong> at <strong>West</strong>land Baptist Church. We are located at 1407 W<br />

Grand Parkway South in <strong>Katy</strong>.<br />

St. Edith Stein Fall Festival<br />

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6, <strong>2018</strong>, Noon to 8 pm<br />

Food, games, beer, bingo, live music and shopping. Located<br />

at St. Edith Stein Catholic Church, 3311 N. Fry Road, <strong>Katy</strong>, TX 77449.<br />

<strong>2018</strong> Hearts & Hands<br />

A Holiday Market<br />

Monday, <strong>October</strong> 22-Wednesday, <strong>October</strong> 24, <strong>2018</strong><br />

Presented by: Memorial Drive United Methodist Women,<br />

<strong>October</strong> 22 nd : Preview Party*- 5:30-8 PM<br />

<strong>October</strong> 23 rd : Shopping - 9 AM-6 PM<br />

<strong>October</strong> 24 th : Shopping - 9 AM-3 PM<br />

Proceeds benefit missions for women, children and youth<br />

70+ exciting favorite and new vendors<br />

Boxed Lunches · Bake Sale · Premium Coffee · Silent Auction<br />

If you have any questions, contact heartshandsmdumc@gmail.com<br />

*Preview Party tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door<br />

Memorial Drive United Methodist Church<br />

12955 Memorial Drive Houston, TX 77079<br />

713-468-8356 • www.mdumc.org<br />

American Legion Post<br />

200 Arts/Craft Show<br />

Wallis American Legion Post 200<br />

330 Legion Road, Wallis, TX<br />

Saturday <strong>October</strong> 27, <strong>2018</strong> (9 AM-5 PM)<br />

Sunday <strong>October</strong> 28, <strong>2018</strong> (10 AM-4 PM)<br />

Hamburgers and Chopped BBQ on Bun<br />

Desserts & Drinks<br />

$1 Admission-Hourly Door Prizes<br />

For more information, call 281-743-3678<br />

26th annual<br />

Gingerbread Village<br />

Holiday Market<br />

<strong>October</strong> 27, <strong>2018</strong><br />

The Ladies Auxiliary from St. Elizabeth Ann<br />

Seton is holding their 26 th annual Gingerbread<br />

Village Holiday Market on <strong>October</strong> 27, <strong>2018</strong>.<br />

We are located at 6646 Addicks Satsuma<br />

Road, Houston, 77084. Featuring arts, crafts,<br />

specialty foods, fashion good and more!<br />

7th Annual This<br />

& That Craft<br />

Extravaganza<br />

Saturday, <strong>October</strong> 13 th<br />

Briscoe Jr. High • 9 AM to 4 PM<br />

FREE Admission<br />

4300 FM 723<br />

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For vendor info<br />

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Saint Aidan’s Episcopal Church Fall<br />

Festival and Holiday Market<br />

Sunday, <strong>October</strong>, 28 th , 10 AM-5 PM<br />

13131 Fry Road, Cypress, TX<br />

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

Holiday Market on Sunday, <strong>October</strong>, 28 th at 13131 Fry Road just South<br />

of 290. Our festival features Market Booths, Children’s Area, Food Trucks,<br />

Silent Auction, Live Music throughout the day, Cake Walk, Trunk N Treat<br />

at 3 PM, Blessing of Animals at 4 PM. Lots of vendors with a variety of<br />

goods for sale. We look forward to seeing you all there!<br />

Interested in being a vendor? For additional information and register<br />

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

mail in your registration, you can obtain a Booth Reservation form by<br />

contacting us at 281-373-3203 or email fallfest@aidanschurch.org.<br />

4th Annual Mistletoe Market<br />

The St. Faustina Women of Mercy cordially invite you to their 4 th Annual<br />

Mistletoe Market. Saturday, November 3, <strong>2018</strong>, 9 AM to 4 PM. <strong>West</strong>lake<br />

Preparatory Lutheran Academy, 23300 Bellaire Blvd, Richmond, TX<br />

77406. (Do NOT call the school about booths or questions.) Come enjoy<br />

THE BEST SHOPPING experience Christmas can bring! As always, Santa<br />

will make a surprise guest appearance! All booth inquiries, please email<br />

Lisa Thigpen at Lisab0912@gmail.com.<br />

Holy CovenantUMC Presents<br />

29th Annual Heartwarming<br />

Christmas Craft Show<br />

November 10, <strong>2018</strong>, 9 AM-4 PM<br />

22111 Morton Ranch Road, <strong>Katy</strong>, TX 77449<br />

<strong>Katy</strong>’s Largest Gift Market at the<br />

<strong>Katy</strong> Merrell Center<br />

The 11 th Annual Home for the Holidays Gift Market will take place<br />

November 16-18, <strong>2018</strong>. We are excited to be back in the arena this year<br />

as well as the pavilion. 180 vendors in 2 buildings! Show hours: First<br />

Call Shopping Hours 10 AM to 1 PM. General Admission: Friday 1-8 PM.<br />

Saturday 10 AM-6 PM & Sunday 11 AM-4 PM. Follow us on Facebook<br />

to get up to date contest, coupons, vendor introductions and more.<br />

Facebook: Home for the Holidays Gift Market.<br />

Contact information: 281-788-4297 Stacie, Katelyn or Lynnie. Email<br />

HomefortheHolidaysGiftMarket@yahoo.com.<br />

Also, Cinco Ranch Wonderland Market is Saturday, <strong>October</strong> 27 th at Cinco<br />

Ranch High School 10 AM-5 PM and Home for the Holidays Galveston<br />

Moody Gardens Convention Center is Friday, November 23 rd 12-8 PM<br />

and Saturday, November 24 th 10 AM-6 PM.<br />

24th Annual Frostyfest Craft Fair<br />

December 1, <strong>2018</strong><br />

The 24 th Annual Frostyfest Craft Fair will be held on December 1, <strong>2018</strong>, at<br />

Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church, 1530 Norwalk Drive, in <strong>Katy</strong>, Texas<br />

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

selling HANDCRAFTED merchandise. Santa Claus is coming to Frostyfest<br />

for pictures presented by Boy Scouts of <strong>Katy</strong>.<br />

Refreshments will be sold by the Knights of Columbus all day starting<br />

with breakfast tacos. Ladies Club will be having a bake sale and also a<br />

Silent Auction run by the Craft Club.<br />

All proceeds will be benefitting the new Epiphany Catholic School. For<br />

more information contact Brenda Cason at 281-346-8009.<br />

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WALKS/RUNs<br />

Run4TheChildren<br />

November 3, <strong>2018</strong>, 9 AM<br />

The Fellowship, 22765 <strong>West</strong>heimer Pkwy<br />

www.run4thechildren.org<br />

Created several years ago, Run4TheChildren is a fundraiser for families<br />

interested in adoption to assist with the financial burden of adopting.<br />

This is a 4 mile run located in the heart of Cinco Ranch with a shorter<br />

course for those looking unable to complete the entire 4 miles. This event<br />

is family friendly. To date, we have assisted 22 children find their forever<br />

families.<br />

GARAGE SALES<br />

Seven Meadows Fall Garage Sale<br />

<strong>October</strong> 6, <strong>2018</strong><br />

Near 1093 and Grand Parkway.<br />

<strong>West</strong>lake and <strong>West</strong>lake Forest<br />

Community Garage Sale<br />

<strong>October</strong> 13, <strong>2018</strong><br />

Off of Saums Road<br />

Grayson Lakes Garage Sale<br />

<strong>October</strong> 20, <strong>2018</strong><br />

Held in the Clubhouse. Grayson Lakes is located off <strong>Katy</strong> Flewellen Road.<br />

Lost Creek Fall Garage Sale<br />

<strong>October</strong> 20, <strong>2018</strong><br />

Lost Creek is located off of 1093, east of 99.<br />

Governor’s Place Garage Sale<br />

<strong>October</strong> 20, <strong>2018</strong><br />

Located off Kingsland.<br />

<strong>West</strong>heimer Lakes Garage Sale<br />

Saturday, November 3 rd , 7 AM-12 Noon<br />

Near 1093 and Grand Parkway<br />

GOLF TOURNAMENTS<br />

5Th Annual Honor Flight<br />

Houston Golf Tournament<br />

OCTOBER 4, <strong>2018</strong><br />

Meadowbrook Farms Golf Course: Honor Flight Houston is a non-profit<br />

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

created solely to honor America’s veterans for all their sacrifices. Honor<br />

Flight Houston transports our heroes from Houston, Texas, to Washington<br />

D.C. to visit and reflect at their memorials. The flights and tours that<br />

Honor Flight Houston provides World War II veterans are absolutely<br />

FREE. Honor Flight Houston is our way of paying a tribute to those who<br />

gave so much - a memorable and rewarding TOUR of HONOR! This year,<br />

51 veterans were sent to Washington D.C. and 50 more are scheduled to<br />

depart by the of <strong>October</strong>.<br />

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

threatened our very existence as a nation and as a culturally diverse,<br />

free society. Now with more than 1,000 World War II veterans passing<br />

each day, our time to express our thanks to these brave men and<br />

women (The Greatest Generation) is running out. For information,<br />

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

jerrympinto@sbcglobal.net.<br />

Birdies “Fore” the Children 7th<br />

Annual Charity Golf Tournament<br />

We are excited to invite you to participate in the Birdies “Fore” the<br />

Children 7 th Annual Charity Golf Tournament <strong>2018</strong> benefiting Shriner’s<br />

Hospital for burned children in Galveston, Texas. This tournament will be<br />

held at Tour 18 Golf Course, on Saturday <strong>October</strong> 27, <strong>2018</strong>. Registration<br />

begins now online. Registration and breakfast will start at 6:30 AM. The<br />

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

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funds for the tissue bank at Shriner’s Hospital. Our sponsors and players<br />

truly help us provide funds that directly go to Shriner’s Tissue Bank where<br />

hundreds of patients receive life-saving tissue which helps the children<br />

not only survive but also return home to their families! Thanks to all our<br />

friends and family for helping us reach $167,360 since 2011.<br />

In order to speed up the registration process the morning of the<br />

tournament, we have added the ability to pay by card on our website.<br />

This payment method will be shown once you complete your online<br />

registration. If you plan to pay by check, please mail in your checks to<br />

the address listed on your invoice as quickly as you can. We are still<br />

accepting cash, checks and cards at the tournament for registration, but,<br />

we ask that you please pay upfront before the tournament.<br />

We are looking forward to spending the day with all of our supporters<br />

and players, we look forward to seeing you out there and having a great<br />

<strong>2018</strong> golf tournament.<br />

GO HERE TO REGISTER: http://birdeasepro.com/birdiesforethechildren<br />

Fundraisers<br />

Magnificat Houses, Inc. 50 Year<br />

Celebration Gala and Auction<br />

Saturday, <strong>October</strong> 6, <strong>2018</strong>, 6:30 PM<br />

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

for cocktails, dinner, auction and celebrating founder Rose Mary Badami<br />

who at 94 years old, started Magnificat House 50 years ago.<br />

The 50 th Anniversary Magnificat House Gala Celebration will feature<br />

honorary Chair Mayor Sylvester Turner and aims to raise funds for<br />

Magnificat House. Magnificat House has been a Houston institution for<br />

50 years, offering faith, hope and charity by providing housing, food,<br />

work and spiritual support while our residents - of all races and creeds<br />

- build their lives in community. For more information on Magnificat<br />

House, Inc. and tickets for the 50 th Year Celebration Gala and Auction visit<br />

www.mhihouston.org.<br />

Mesa Outreach Sharing and<br />

Shooting Sporting Clay Tournament<br />

November 7, <strong>2018</strong><br />

<strong>West</strong>side Sporting Grounds, 10120 Pattison Road, <strong>Katy</strong> TX 77493<br />

Sign-in 11:30 AM | Shotgun Start: 1 PM<br />

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

mesa-outreach.org.<br />

VEndor Opportunities<br />

Vendors Needed<br />

The 2 nd Annual <strong>West</strong>land’s Welcome Home Craft Show will be held<br />

<strong>October</strong> 6, <strong>2018</strong> at <strong>West</strong>land Baptist Church. We are located at 1407 W<br />

Grand Parkway South in <strong>Katy</strong>. Interested vendors should send an email<br />

to Martha Wells at westlandcraftshow@gmail.com with a description of<br />

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

rep will be accepted on a first come basis.<br />

Vendors Wanted<br />

THINKING HOLIDAYS?! The Ladies Auxiliary from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton<br />

Catholic Church will hold their 26 th Annual Gingerbread Village Holiday<br />

Market on <strong>October</strong> 27, <strong>2018</strong>. If you are interested in showcasing your<br />

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

an application or more information regarding this event, please email:<br />

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THEATER/ARTS<br />

A.D Players at the George Theater<br />

5420 <strong>West</strong>heimer Rd, Houston, TX 77056<br />

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE, A LIVE RADIO PLAY-November 30 th -December<br />

23 rd (previews November 28 th -29 th )<br />

Showtimes are Thursday-Saturday 7:30 PM and Sunday 2 PM.<br />

Box Office: 713-526-2721<br />

Hours: 10 AM-6 PM, Monday-Friday<br />

<strong>Katy</strong> Visual &<br />

Performing Arts Center<br />

www.kvpac.org<br />

2501 S Mason Rd., Suite 290, <strong>Katy</strong>, TX 77450<br />

Season Tickets, including all new FLEX Packages, are on-sale now to<br />

lock-in the best price and choice seat. Pre-Sale Show Tickets are $15<br />

Adults and $12 Seniors. Tickets increase by $3 at the door. Group rates<br />

are available at www.kvpac.org or in person. For <strong>Katy</strong> audience members<br />

who seek an evening at the theater, they can look to Encore Players<br />

as a source to enjoy the theater in their own home town without the<br />

long commute or high cost involved with heading to one of downtown<br />

Houston’s theaters. <strong>Katy</strong> Visual & Performing Arts Center (KVPAC) is a<br />

non-profit arts education organization helping artists find their light<br />

since 2001.<br />

Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Co.<br />

MAINSTAGE SEASON<br />

Chelsea Market Theater, 4617 Montrose Blvd. #100, Houston, TX 77006<br />

DIANA OF DOBSON’S: November 5, <strong>2018</strong> at 7:30 PM (staged reading)<br />

Cost: All Shows Pay What You Can<br />

MORE INFO/RESERVATIONS: www.mildredsumbrella.com, info@<br />

mildredsumbrella.com or 832-463-0409.<br />

Stageworks Theatre<br />

12 ANGRY MEN: <strong>October</strong> 19- November 11, <strong>2018</strong><br />

Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM<br />

Sunday matinees at 3 PM<br />

Stageworks Theatre is located at 10760 Grant Road, Houston, Texas<br />

77070. Website: www.stageworkshouston.org.<br />

Community Events<br />

Red River Showdown<br />

(UT vs. OU) Watch Party<br />

<strong>October</strong> 6 th : At Texas Mesquite Grill (20095 <strong>Katy</strong> Fwy, <strong>Katy</strong>, Texas 77450).<br />

This is the first official event hosted by the brand new <strong>Katy</strong>-Fort Bend<br />

County Texas Exes Chapter and is open to alumni and football fans alike.<br />

Event time TBD once kick-off time is released. For more information,<br />

contact <strong>Katy</strong>FortBendCoChapter@texasexes.org or visit www.facebook.<br />

com/<strong>Katy</strong>Longhorns.<br />

Spring Branch<br />

African Violet Club Annual Fall Sale<br />

<strong>October</strong> 6-7, <strong>2018</strong><br />

Judson Robinson Jr. Community Center, 2020 Hermann Drive, Houston,<br />

TX 77004<br />

Saturday: 10 AM-4 PM<br />

Sunday: 10 AM-3 PM<br />

Free Admission<br />

Violets of all types such as standards, miniatures, semi-miniatures and<br />

trailers will be available. Other Gesneriads such as Episcias and Streps<br />

and supplies such as potting soil, pots and fertilizers will also be featured.<br />

Club members will be available to answer general questions on growing<br />

African Violets. Workshop will be held at 1 PM Saturday and Sunday. For<br />

further information, contact Karla Ross 281-748-8417.<br />

Note: This is our fall sale and does NOT include a show.<br />

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Art Colony Association to<br />

Celebrate 47 Years with<br />

Bayou City Art Festival Downtown<br />

The Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA) will celebrate 47 years of fine art<br />

and giving back to local non-profits as it spotlights 300 artists at Bayou<br />

City Art Festival in Downtown Houston, Saturday and Sunday, <strong>October</strong><br />

13-14, <strong>2018</strong>, 10 AM - 6 PM at 901 Bagby Street. Cost $12 online and<br />

$15 at the gate. The sophisticated gallery will transform the streets of<br />

Downtown into artistic avenues bursting with colors and culture. As one<br />

of the top outdoor fine art festivals in the U.S., the weekend festival will<br />

provide guests with the opportunity to see and purchase unique, custom<br />

art under the iconic Houston skyline. Bayou City Art Festival Downtown<br />

will benefit local non-profits and feature live music in front of City Hall<br />

and throughout the festival along with entertainment, beverage stations,<br />

food trucks and much more for patrons to enjoy. In the Children’s<br />

Creative Zone, the festival’s non-profit partners will host art activities for<br />

all ages and include a cool interactive place to hang out. Celebrating 47<br />

years since the founding of the <strong>West</strong>heimer Art Festival, now known as<br />

Bayou City Art Festival, ACA has provided a venue for over 20,000 artists<br />

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

Every year, a new jury selects participating artists, some new and some<br />

returning. This helps create a fresh and different festival year after year.<br />

plus a fascinating window into emerging technology-driven capabilities.<br />

There are learning opportunities in abundance for people of all ages and<br />

backgrounds and even more hands-on activities too. So, whether you<br />

like traditional crafts or the latest high-tech demos, Houston Maker Faire<br />

is the place to be! Prices vary see website, www.houstonmakerfaire.com.<br />

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want music, books, food or just wandering around looking at crafts.<br />

<strong>October</strong> 4-7, <strong>2018</strong>: Gruene Music and Wine Fest-New Braunfels, TX - Four<br />

days with four distinct and different type festivals in one. Sunday includes<br />

a “Texas Style Musicfest.” Located at Gruene Hall and The Grapevine<br />

Grounds. http://gruenemusicandwinefest.org<br />

<strong>October</strong> 5-14, <strong>2018</strong>: Austin City Limits Music Festival - Impressive lineup<br />

of 100+ bands on 8 stages over two weekends. One of the leading fall music<br />

festivals in America. www.aclfestival.com<br />

<strong>October</strong> 5-7, <strong>2018</strong>: Waco Cultural Arts Fest - White Linen Night fundraiser,<br />

dance and music festival, art show, WordFest and ScienceFest. https://<br />

wacoartsfest.org<br />

<strong>October</strong> 5-13, <strong>2018</strong>: Oktoberfest at Beethoven Maennerchor-<br />

San Antonio, TX - Friday and Saturday for 2 weekends!<br />

www.beethovenmaennerchor.com<br />

<strong>October</strong> 5-21, <strong>2018</strong>: King’s Oktoberfest-Pearland, TX - Two weekends<br />

with a weekend off in the middle. Huge Oktoberfest party in Pearland!<br />

Food, fun, Bier plus live music! Ceremonial keg tapping, jousting and<br />

strong man competitions. Oktoberfest photo booth too! www.kingsoktoberfest.com<br />

<strong>October</strong> 5-7, <strong>2018</strong>: Oktoberfest Fredericksburg - If you are looking for<br />

an Austin Oktoberfest, we encourage you to check out the Fredericksburg<br />

Oktoberfest, located 90 minutes east of Austin. It will celebrate its 38 th annual<br />

event with three stages of oompah music, German bier tent, Kinder<br />

Park area for kids, arts & crafts, domino tournament and the chicken dance.<br />

Location: 100 <strong>West</strong> Main, Fredericksburg, TX. https://oktoberfestinfbg.com<br />

<strong>October</strong> 6-7, <strong>2018</strong>: Autumn Art & Texas Wine Festival-Spring, TX - Come<br />

out to Old Town Spring and enjoy great Texas wine and original art. Lots<br />

of artists and 150 quaint shops. Located at 427 Gentry Street. http://<br />

mainstreetfestivals.com/autumn-festival.htm<br />

<strong>October</strong> 9-13, <strong>2018</strong>: Floresville Peanut Festival-Floresville, TX - Carnival,<br />

games, parade, pageant, live entertainment and more during the second<br />

full weekend in <strong>October</strong>. https://floresvillepeanutfestival.org<br />

<strong>October</strong> 11-14, <strong>2018</strong>: Houston Italian Festival - Live music and lots of<br />

fun like a Bocce Tournament, Pasta Eating, classic car show and kids fun.<br />

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<strong>October</strong> 12-14, <strong>2018</strong>: Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival - Enjoy catfish and<br />

cajun food dishes as well as a carnival, three stages of live music, pageant,<br />

car show and kid zone. http://conroecajuncatfishfestival.com<br />

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<strong>October</strong> 13, <strong>2018</strong>: Texas Mushroom Festival-Madisonville, TX - A day of<br />

all things mushroom in the Mushroom Capital of the World.<br />

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<strong>October</strong> 14, <strong>2018</strong>: Light the Night Walk-The Woodlands - A fundraising<br />

walk to to help fund cures for blood cancers, benefiting the Leukemia and<br />

Lymphoma Society, takes place at Town Green Park in the Woodlands.<br />

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<strong>October</strong> 19-20, <strong>2018</strong>: Needville Harvest Fest-Needville, TX - Thousands<br />

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pageants, 5K fun run and other activities.<br />

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<strong>October</strong> 20-21, <strong>2018</strong>: LEGO KidsFest Texas-Houston, TX - An entertainment-packed<br />

family event centered around LEGO building and experiences.<br />

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<strong>October</strong> 25-November 1, <strong>2018</strong>: Austin Film Festival - Film pass permits<br />

access to 180 premieres, indie films, narrative and documentary competition,<br />

shorts program and more. https://austinfilmfestival.com<br />

<strong>October</strong> 26-28, <strong>2018</strong>: Alamo City Comic Con-San Antonio, TX - Held at<br />

the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. www.alamocitycomiccon.com<br />

<strong>October</strong> 26-27, <strong>2018</strong>: Island Oktoberfest-Galveston, TX - Authentic<br />

German food, live music, beer, games and more at this 37 th annual Galveston<br />

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<strong>October</strong> 27, <strong>2018</strong>: Hogeye Festival-Elgin, TX - A free, small town family<br />

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<strong>October</strong> 27, <strong>2018</strong>: Light the Night Walk-Houston - A fundraising walk to<br />

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<strong>October</strong> 27-28, <strong>2018</strong>: Texas Book Festival-Austin, TX - More than 250<br />

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Original Greek Festival - <strong>October</strong> 4-7, <strong>2018</strong>, Annunciation Greek Orthodox<br />

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

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

Celebrate the Annual Houston Greek Festival on the grounds of the Annunciation<br />

Greek Orthodox Cathedral. Authentic Greek food, wine, dancing and artifacts are<br />

fun for the entire family.<br />

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

Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway Street, Pearland, TX 77584. Abstract art,<br />

handcrafted jewelry, pottery and wooden treasure boxes are just a few of the unique<br />

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

for unique art and handcrafted pieces created by local artists and artisans. NEW: A<br />

singer/songwriter showcase featuring artists performing original music rounds out<br />

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

interactive art station are part of the family-friendly fun. Check out visitpearland.<br />

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moonGARDEN - Thru <strong>October</strong> 7, <strong>2018</strong>, Daily 6 PM-Midnight, Discovery Green, 1500<br />

McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010. Admission is FREE. A series of 22 illuminated<br />

spheres transform Discovery Green and Avenida Houston into a magical moonscape.<br />

Ranging in size from six to 30 feet in diameter, moonGARDEN features 11<br />

shadow “theaters” that tell the diverse, dynamic story of Houston and Discovery<br />

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

This is the largest ever created by Lucion Traveling Light of Montreal. Free.<br />

Visible during all park hours; activated nightly 6 PM-Midnight. On <strong>October</strong> 5 th , there<br />

will be a pajama party. Milk and cookies will be served, celebrity readers will share<br />

the beloved children’s book in the languages of Houston. The Astrological Society<br />

will be on hand with telescopes for star-gazing. 7-9 PM.<br />

40 th Houston Italian Festival - <strong>October</strong> 11-14, <strong>2018</strong>. University Of St. Thomas,<br />

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

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

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

tastings, Film screenings, Cooking classes for children, Italian language classes,<br />

Marionette puppet shows, Interactive sidewalk art, Pasta eating contests, grape<br />

stomps and a bocce ball tournament, Classic Car Show and so much more!<br />

For more information, visit www.houstonitalianfestival.com.<br />

Texian Market Days Festival - <strong>October</strong> 20, <strong>2018</strong>, 9 AM-5 PM, George Ranch Historical<br />

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

The Fort Bend History Association is proud to present the 35 th annual Texian Market<br />

Days festival, held at the George Ranch Historical Park. Bring the whole family to<br />

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

re-enactments, live entertainment, first-person costumed interpreters, historic<br />

home tours, games, cowboys, vintage vehicles, food, craft vendors and more. Texian<br />

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

Wings Over Houston Airshow - <strong>October</strong> 20-21, <strong>2018</strong>, 10 AM-6 PM, Ellington<br />

Airport, 11210 Blume Ave, Houston, TX 77034. Wings Over Houston Airshow is<br />

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

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

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

Wings Over Houston also offers great ground attractions, such as simulators,<br />

ride and drive opportunities and nearly 100 static aircraft to view.<br />

Unplugged at Discovery Green - <strong>October</strong> 21, <strong>2018</strong>, 5-9 PM, Discovery Green, 1500<br />

McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010. Admission is FREE. An evening of acoustic<br />

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

local series challenges bands to rearrange and reimagine songs using acoustic<br />

instruments only; resulting in unique, intimate and soulful performances.<br />

Scream on the Green® - <strong>October</strong> 26, <strong>2018</strong>, 6-10 PM, Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney<br />

Street, Houston, TX 77010. Admission is FREE. Visitors will have a spooky good<br />

time at Houston’s citywide costume contest and Halloween celebration for the<br />

whole family! There will be prizes, Halloween spectacle, a movie, performances,<br />

living statues, music and more! Visitors can win candy and prizes playing our FREE<br />

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

Contest: Registration will take place on-site near the Anheuser-Busch stage<br />

before the contest and winners will be announced after. Prizes were awarded to<br />

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

Best Female 18+, Best Family and Best Dog.) Costume contest registration opens<br />

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

will close at 8 PM.<br />

The <strong>2018</strong> Houston AfriFEST-Festival of African Arts Culture and Entertainment<br />

- <strong>October</strong> 27, <strong>2018</strong>, 12-8 PM, Houston Baptist University Holcombe Mall, 7502<br />

Fondren Road | Houston, Tx 77074. Admission $5 entry through <strong>October</strong> 20 th , $10<br />

entry after <strong>October</strong> 21 st , kids, students and seniors are free. Africans are colorful,<br />

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

to celebrate her rich diversity in a typical African open market setting featuring<br />

special live performances, a tour of country arts and crafts, ethnic cuisines from<br />

different regions, Ankara fashion, folklore tales, kids’ activities and a lot more.<br />

Puerto Rican, Cuban and Dominican Fest <strong>2018</strong> - <strong>October</strong> 27, <strong>2018</strong>, 12 Noon-10<br />

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

This festival is done annually to support the continuous efforts to disseminate<br />

the Puerto Rican and Cuban cultures within the city of Houston. We also want to<br />

teach our children about our roots, assisting them with their self-esteem, identity<br />

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

educating the citizens of the City of Houston about who we are and asking them<br />

to embrace our cultures in a friendly and festive environment.<br />

Texas Renaissance Festival - Weekends thru November 25, <strong>2018</strong>, 9 AM-8 PM,<br />

21778 FM 1774, Todd Mission, TX 77363. Admission varies. The Texas Renaissance<br />

Festival is an interactive theme park that embraces different eras, including the<br />

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

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

pay homage to the King and Queen with Eight Themed Weekends. Hundreds of<br />

costumed performers are showcased in over 200 daily performances. Visitors meander<br />

along shaded cobblestone walkways visiting almost 400 shoppes overflowing<br />

with unique arts and crafts of offering delicious foods and beverages. All ages will<br />

be amused by the games of skill and human-powered rides.<br />

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

Wallisville Rd., Houston, TX 77049. Part food festival, part music festival, CTC’s<br />

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

residents. This one-day, Chicago, cultural festival features several food vendors,<br />

who offer Chicago culinary classics. Additionally, the event features DJs who will<br />

spin a variety of music types including: House music, which is an internationally<br />

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

the event hosts a dance lounge where attendees can learn Stepping which is a nationally<br />

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

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

$10 at the gate. It is FREE for attendees age 13 and under.<br />

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

Library, 500 Mckinney Avenue, Houston, TX 77002. Admission is free. The Houston<br />

Public Library offers “Open Mic” comedy night where local and non local comedians,<br />

comediennes, ventriloquists and impressionists of ALL ages present family<br />

comedy to the audience. Improv Performers from Station Theater closes out the<br />

night with games that involve the audience. Everyone who participates in at least<br />

one open mic throughout the year become eligible to participate in the Annual<br />

Comedy competition which is held in December. Prizes in the amounts of $100<br />

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

free and open to the public. Food and non alcoholic beverages are allowed in the<br />

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

many of the surrounding food places. All ages.<br />

Flea by Night - third Saturday of every month unless affected by weather, 6-10<br />

PM, Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney Street, Houston, TX 77010. Treasure-hunt at<br />

this monthly, one-of-a-kind market nestled in the southeast end of the downtown<br />

park. The destination market features an array of artful kitsch, vintage items,<br />

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an eco-sensitive collector dedicated to repurposing and reusing, seek and find at<br />

Discovery Green Flea by Night while enjoying light bites and local entertainment.<br />

The event is free to attend and open to the public.<br />

Carlos Cruz-Diez at the Cistern: Spatial Chromointerference - Weekly through<br />

January 13, 2019. Cistern At Buffalo Bayou Park, 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX<br />

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

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

distinctive architecture as well as its sheer size and raw interior, punctuated<br />

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

Visitors to Carlos Cruz-Diez at the Cistern: Spatial Chromointerference will<br />

be encouraged to wear white or light colored clothing and will actively participate<br />

in viewing as the color changes creating a sensation of movement.<br />

Open House - Daily from dawn until dusk through February 28, 2019, admission<br />

free. Sam Houston Park, 1100 Bagby, Houston, TX 77002. The artistic duo, Havel<br />

Ruck Projects, made up of local artists, Dan Havel and Dean Ruck, transformed<br />

a previously abandoned house into an interactive temporary public sculpture.<br />

Sourced from Cherry House Moving Company, the 1940s-era house was originally<br />

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

Havel and Ruck stripped the structure’s interior and exterior using drill saws and<br />

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

create a “Swiss cheese” or “lace” appearance and collaged the interior walls with<br />

vintage images sourced from family, friends and local resale shops representing<br />

the city’s people, places and past.<br />

Cars and Coffee - through December 29, <strong>2018</strong>, 9 AM-12 PM. Gateway Classic Cars<br />

Of Houston, 1910 Cypress Station Drive, Suite 200, Houston, TX 77090. Admission is<br />

free. Cruise in to Gateway Classic Cars every last Saturday of the month for Cars<br />

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

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

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

you there. 250+ classic & exotics.<br />

Farmers Market at Imperial - Saturdays through December 29, <strong>2018</strong>, 9 AM-1<br />

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

wonderful selection of vendors, the Farmers Market brings you family fun! Each<br />

week, the Market features live music, cooking demonstrations or other seasonal<br />

entertainment. Presented by the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce.<br />

Aggie Habitat for Humanity Pumpkin Patch - The Aggie Habitat Pumpkin Patch<br />

site is located on Covenant Presbyterian Church’s grounds in College Station at<br />

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

year! The pumpkin patch is open thru <strong>October</strong> 31 st . If you would like to schedule a<br />

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

aggiehabitat.org.<br />

Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch <strong>2018</strong> - thru Nov. 10, <strong>2018</strong>, Fri. 9 AM-3 PM,<br />

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

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

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Fearshire Farms-Haunted corn maze, haunted field, haunted house - 1100 S<br />

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

com. Open <strong>October</strong> 5 th -November 2 nd , Fridays and Saturdays 7-11 PM, plus <strong>October</strong><br />

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

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

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in the spirit of the Halloween Season. While you are waiting on your friends to<br />

regroup you can roast marshmallows for Smores at the Community Campfire or<br />

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

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Phobia Haunted Houses-8 haunts, 1 location - Open Weekends in <strong>October</strong> - Located<br />

on Beltway 8 South, between 288 and I-45, Phobia operates multiple great<br />

haunted houses. Phobia employs hundreds of actors at its massive ScreamPark in<br />

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Texas’ scariest haunt is open Friday, Saturday and Sundays through Halloween.<br />

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AWARENESS MONTH<br />

The National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) program is<br />

dedicated to increasing awareness about the importance of the early<br />

detection of breast cancer through a nationwide campaign. NBCAM<br />

started as a weeklong campaign in 1985 with 2 founding members.<br />

Today the American Cancer Society is one of many national public<br />

service organizations, professional associations and government<br />

agencies that form the NBCAM Board of Sponsors. During <strong>October</strong>,<br />

which is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the member<br />

organizations of the Board of Sponsors join forces to spread the<br />

message that early detection of breast cancer followed by prompt<br />

treatment saves lives.<br />

The American Cancer Society recommends early detections. Women<br />

age 40 and older should have a screening mammogram every year<br />

and should continue to do so for as long as they are in good health.<br />

The third Friday in <strong>October</strong> each year is National Mammography Day,<br />

first proclaimed by President Clinton in 1993. On this day or throughout<br />

the month, women are encouraged to make a mammography<br />

appointment.<br />

To find a facility in your area, please call:<br />

American Cancer Society 800-227-2345<br />

National Cancer Institute 800-4-CANCER<br />

Or visit nbcam.org or www.cancer.org for more information.<br />

3 STEPS TO EARLY DETECTION<br />

One in eight women are diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.<br />

However, with early detection and treatment, you can greatly<br />

improve your chance of survival.<br />

Early detection means finding the cancer before it spreads to other<br />

parts of the body. Although breast cancer cannot be completely<br />

prevented, early detection provides the greatest possibility of<br />

successful treatment. By following these three steps, you will help<br />

increase your chance of detecting cancer early.<br />

Changes to look for include:<br />

• A lump or thickening in or near the breast or in the underarm area<br />

• A change in the size or shape of the breast<br />

• Dimpling or puckering in the skin of the breast<br />

• A nipple turned inward into the breast<br />

• Discharge (fluid) from the nipple<br />

• Scaly, red or swollen skin on the breast, nipple or areola (the dark<br />

area of skin at the center of the breast)<br />

You should see your health care provider about any of these<br />

symptoms. Often these symptoms are not due to cancer, but if<br />

you notice any changes in your body, tell your health care provider<br />

immediately so that the problems can be diagnosed and treated.<br />

2. WELL-WOMAN EXAM<br />

It is recommended that women visit their family physician or gynecologist<br />

each year for an annual Well-Woman Exam. In addition<br />

to a routine pelvic exam and pap smear, the doctor may perform<br />

a brief breast exam to check for abnormalities. The Well-Woman<br />

Exam is a great opportunity for you to discuss with your health care<br />

provider any questions or concerns you have regarding your breast<br />

health. For example, your doctor may help you to determine the<br />

most appropriate frequency for your early detection steps.<br />

3. MAMMOGRAM<br />

In its early stages, breast cancer doesn’t usually cause symptoms.<br />

NBCF recommends that women ages 40 and older get a mammogram<br />

every year. A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast. It is a safe<br />

way to detect cancerous tumors and other abnormal breast conditions<br />

and women who have screening mammograms have a lower<br />

chance of dying from breast cancer than women who do not have<br />

screening mammograms. Mammograms can detect cancer or other<br />

problems before a lump becomes large enough to be detectable<br />

to the touch. They provide an effective way to find breast cancer<br />

in its early stages when treatment is usually the most successful.<br />

Mammograms are considered safe, quick and relatively painless.<br />

Source: National Breast Cancer Foundation<br />

1. BREAST SELF-AWARENESS<br />

Breast self-awareness can help you become familiar with how your<br />

breasts normally look and feel. Knowing this will help you identify<br />

any changes in your breasts that should be reported to your health<br />

care professional promptly. If you find a lump, schedule an appointment<br />

with your doctor, but don’t panic - 8 out of 10 lumps are not<br />

cancerous.<br />

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A Night of Positively Pink at LaCenterra<br />

Hosted by<br />

Houston Methodist <strong>West</strong> Hospital<br />

Friday, Oct. 12 | 6-9 P.M.<br />

LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch Courtyard<br />

23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd., <strong>Katy</strong>, TX 77494<br />

Join us and bring your family for a night of Positively<br />

Pink, a breast cancer awareness celebration.<br />

At this fun and educational event, you will:<br />

• Meet our Breast Care Center team and women’s<br />

health specialists<br />

• Receive breast health information<br />

• Enjoy live music by The Mockingbirds Band<br />

• Get free giveaway items and much more!<br />

The event is free. For more information, visit<br />

events.houstonmethodist.org/west-pink<br />

or call 832.522.5522.<br />

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Gardening Tips For <strong>October</strong><br />

• Dig and store caladiums before the foliage dies. Allow the bulbs to dry in the<br />

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

hanging in open mesh bags or old panty hose.<br />

• Flowers planted for spring can begin when the temperatures are going to stay<br />

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growth through the winter and the more headstart they can get before summer,<br />

the better.<br />

• <strong>October</strong> 15th is about the time for dividing and planting daylilies.<br />

• Watch out for brown patch in St. Augustine grass. These circular brown patches<br />

are caused by a fungus that is activated by moist cool weather. Control with<br />

Daconil.<br />

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

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

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

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

when temperature is between 30-60 degrees.<br />

• Cut back tops of perennials after they have bloomed. Divide roots and transplant<br />

anytime from now until March, the earlier the better.<br />

• Get the ant baits down. This will greatly reduce your spring populations.<br />

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

herbicides in <strong>October</strong> and November. At least two applications are usually<br />

needed, even if done this early.<br />

• For color throughout the winter, begin planting pansies.<br />

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OCTOBER RECIPES<br />

CAJUN CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE GUMBO<br />

You could make this on National Gumbo Day <strong>October</strong> 12 th !<br />

INGREDIENTS<br />

1 cup vegetable oil<br />

1 cup all-purpose flour<br />

1 large onion, chopped<br />

1 large green bell pepper, chopped<br />

2 celery stalks, chopped<br />

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

4 cloves garlic, minced<br />

salt and pepper to taste<br />

Creole seasoning to taste<br />

6 cups chicken broth<br />

1 bay leaf<br />

1 rotisserie chicken, boned and shredded<br />

DIRECTIONS<br />

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

Continue whisking until the roux has cooked to the color of chocolate<br />

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

specks in the mixture, start over.<br />

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

Stir in the garlic and cook another 5 minutes. Season with salt,<br />

pepper and Creole seasoning; blend thoroughly. Pour in the chicken<br />

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

heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.<br />

Stir in the chicken and simmer 1 hour more. Skim off any<br />

foam that floats to the top during the last hour.<br />

http://allrecipes.com/<br />

KOREAN CHICKEN KABOBS<br />

An amazing combination of sweet and spicy! And the chicken comes<br />

out perfectly tender and juicy with a finger-licking sticky glaze!<br />

INGREDIENTS:<br />

1/4 cup gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)<br />

1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce<br />

2 tablespoons seasoned rice wine vinegar<br />

2 tablespoons light brown sugar<br />

1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil<br />

1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger<br />

3 cloves garlic, minced<br />

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts,<br />

cut into 1-inch chunks<br />

1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil<br />

1 green onion, thinly sliced<br />

1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds<br />

DIRECTIONS:<br />

In a medium bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar,<br />

brown sugar, sesame oil, ginger and garlic. Reserve 2 tablespoons<br />

and set aside.<br />

In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine gochujang mixture<br />

and chicken; marinate for at least 2 hours to overnight, up to 8 hours,<br />

turning the bag occasionally. Drain the chicken from the marinade,<br />

discarding the marinade.<br />

Preheat grill to medium high heat. Thread chicken onto skewers;<br />

brush with canola oil.<br />

Add skewers to grill, and cook, turning occasionally, until the chicken<br />

is completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature<br />

of 165 degrees F, about 10 minutes. Brush skewers with reserved<br />

gochujang mixture, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.<br />

Serve immediately, garnished with green onion and sesame seeds.<br />

DOUBLE LAYER PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE<br />

You could bake these on National Pumpkin<br />

Cheesecake Day <strong>October</strong> 21 st !<br />

This delicious recipe brought to you by Damn Delicious<br />

https://damndelicious.net/<strong>2018</strong>/08/19/korean-chicken-kabobs/<br />

DIRECTIONS<br />

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). In a<br />

large bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar and vanilla.<br />

Beat until smooth. Blend in eggs one at a time.<br />

Remove 1 cup of batter and spread into bottom of<br />

crust; set aside.<br />

INGREDIENTS<br />

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened<br />

1/2 cup white sugar<br />

Add pumpkin, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg to the<br />

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract<br />

remaining batter and stir gently until well blended.<br />

2 eggs<br />

Carefully spread over the batter in the crust.<br />

1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust<br />

1/2 cup pumpkin puree<br />

Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until<br />

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon<br />

center is almost set. Allow to cool, then refrigerate<br />

1 pinch ground cloves<br />

for 3 hours or overnight. Cover with whipped topping<br />

1 pinch ground nutmeg<br />

before serving. http://allrecipes.com/<br />

1/2 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed<br />

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