Falcon Ranch November 2018

Official Falcon Ranch Newsletter
www.falconranchhoa.com
NOVEMBER 6TH
November 2018
Important Numbers
Gardening Tips
Pet Information
Veterans Day
Katy ISD Info
Library News
Scout News
November Events
December Events
Thanksgiving Info
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HELPFUL NUMBERS
HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATION
SPECTRUM ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT, LP
COMMUNITY MANAGER: BART JONES
281-343-9178
bjones@spectrumam.com
• All exterior improvements and/or additions require the
HOA’s approval prior to the start of the work. The HOA has
30 days to review any application for home improvement.
• Contact the HOA for questions, requests and/or concerns
on deed restrictions, pool/tennis court, exterior improvement
(such as landscaping, fencing, etc.) garbage collection,
architectural review and any other related information.
• Garage sales prohibited unless express written permission has
been granted by the HOA. Please give 30 days notice to the HOA.
POLICE & FIRE
Fort Bend County Sheriff office (Emergency) 911
Fort Bend County Sheriff office (Non-emergency) 281-341-4665
Fort Bend County (Home Alarm Registration) 281-341-4610
Fort Bend County Constable Precinct 3 281-491-7226
Fort Bend County Crime Stoppers 281-342-TIPS (8477)
Willowfork Fire Department (Emergency) 911
Willowfork Fire Department (Non-emergency) 281-395-0011
SCHOOLS
www.katyisd.org
KISD Administration 281-396-6000
KISD Transportation 281-396-7560
Rylander Elementary 281-237-8300
Cinco Ranch Jr. High 281-237-7300
Cinco Ranch High School 281-237-7000
LIBRARIES FT. BEND CO.
Cinco Ranch 281-395-1311
George Memorial 281-342-4455
Mamie George 281-491-8086
Maude Marks 281-492-8592
COMMUNITY
YMCA 281-392-5055
VFW 281-391-4872
Fort Bend Co. Court House 281-342-3411
William B. Travis Building 281-342-3411
Jane Long Annex 281-342-3411
Katy Chamber of Commerce 281-828-1100
UTILITIES/POST OFFICE
Centerpoint Gas 713-659-2111
Reliant Energy 713-207-7777
Power Outage 713-207-2222
Municipal District Services, LLC 281-290-6507
24-hour emergencies 281-290-6503
Consolidated Communications 1-866-989-2255
TRASH PICKUP*/Recycling
Best Trash 281-313-2378
• Pick-up Days Tues.-Fri.
Comcast Communications 713-341-1000
Katy - Park Row Post Office 1-800-275-8777
Dept. of Public Safety 713-465-8462
Poison Control 1-800/222-1222
MEDICAL
Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital 281-644-7000
Methodist West Hospital 832-522-5522
Texas Childrens Hospital West 832-227-1000
Houston Methodist St. Catherine 281-599-5700
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STAY UP-TO-DATE WITH FALCON RANCH NEWS
AND INFORMATION!
The Falcon Ranch community website is www.falconranchhoa.com
- Check this site for up-to-date community information and to easily
communicate with the property management company.
FACEBOOK
www.facebook.com/falconranch
Look for us on Facebook!
FALCON RANCH NEXTDOOR WEBSITE
Joining the Falcon Ranch Nextdoor website is the best way to keep
up with the latest news affecting our neighborhood. It is restricted to
only verified Falcon Ranch residents and you can configure privacy and
notification settings to suit you. As of August 2017, 875 residents are on
there, reflecting 564 individual households. Nextdoor is used to find lost
pets, referrals for contractors, landscaping, babysitting and stay safe by
being informed about crime, like car break-ins. Use this link to sign up:
http://tinyurl.com/nextdoorfr.
HOA BOARD MEETINGS
Many of our Falcon Ranch Homeowners have requested we move our
Falcon Ranch HOA Meetings to a different night, other than the fourth
Wednesday of the month. By popular demand, we moved our HOA
Board Meetings, to the fourth Tuesday of the month, starting in June
2018. The starting time of our HOA Meetings will still be at 6:30 PM. The
HOA Board Members and the Management from Spectrum Association
Management respect the wishes of our Falcon Ranch Homeowners.
FALCON RANCH LANDSCAPE COMMITTEE
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
Mary Beth Jones, the New Landscape Committee Chairperson for Falcon
Ranch, is looking for volunteers to help on the Landscape Committee.
You may contact her at 630-699-8272.
CONTACT INFO
If you want to contact the Board, send an email to board@falconranchhoa.com.
To contact the management company, call 281-343-9178
between 9 AM-5 PM.
WANTING TO MAKE AN EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENT
TO YOUR HOME?
Many new homeowners like to improve on the new home they purchase
by adding a swimming pool, storage shed or other modifications. If
you want to make an exterior change to your home, please fill out the
application found on the Spectrum Website at www.spectrumam.com.
The Association has a committee that reviews these applications and
the committee has 30 days to respond.
NEWSLETTER DEADLINES
Residents are invited to contribute to this local newsletter. Articles should
be submitted to the Board (board@falconranchhoa.com), no later than
the 20 th of the month BEFORE the newsletter is printed, which is the
month before distribution. Please make note of these deadline dates:
November 20 th - January newsletter
December 20 th - February newsletter
January 20 th - March newsletter
REPORTING SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY
You may have noticed the constables patrolling our neighborhoods,
working to keep our community safer for everyone. The appearance of
constables has raised a question of what to do if you witness suspicious
activity. If you see something happening that is an emergency, please
call 911. If you see suspicious activities that are not emergencies, call
the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office at 281-341-4665.
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FALCON RANCH
Yard of the Month
October Winner!
FALCON RANCH YARD OF THE MONTH
The October 2018 Falcon Ranch Yard of the Month is 2910 Rushwind Court. The name of the winners are
Cesar and Corazon Mendez. This was awarded on her birthday, so it was a nice surprise.
Honorable Mentions are:
2923 Autumn Glow Ct. 2323 Highlanding Ln. (2 nd time) 2822 Sica Hollow (2 nd time)
2727 Falcon Knolls Ln. (2 nd time) 24827 Bend Hollow Ln. (2 nd time)
Mary Beth Jones, Falcon Ranch Landscape Chairman and the Board of Directors give these homeowners
a big Thank You for their excellent work keeping up their yards.
Pictures
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November
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DON’T FORGET TO VOTE
ON NOVEMBER 6, 2018
Below you will find the addresses where you can
find a place to vote near you:
Harris County:
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Fort Bend County:
www.fortbendcountytx.gov/home/showdocument?id=44927
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FALCON RANCH TEENAGE JOB SEEKER’S LIST
If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage
job seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www.krenekprinting.com,
click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with your
name, birthdate (mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate and
the name of your newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want
on your form. Please make sure your email is correct, we send emails
in the summer to make sure all the info is still good and that you want
to stay on the list. If we do not hear back from you after 3 tries, we will
remove you from the list until we do. Must have parent(s) permission.
DISCLAIMER
Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those
listed on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out
references if you do not personally know those listed. This is just a
list of teenagers from the subdivision who wish to find part time jobs.
Responsibility for any work done by these teenagers is between those
seeking helpers and the teens and their parents.
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CHINCH BUGS or BROWN PATCH?
As the weather starts to cool, brown patch inevitably starts to show its
ugly face in the form of yellow circles on our lawns. Many homeowners
have a hard time telling whether they have brown patch or if there is
some sort of insect feasting on their lawn areas.
To clarify:
Brownpatch is a fungus and usually appears in the same areas repeatedly,
thriving when temperatures drop overnight below 70 degrees for several
nights, even if previous outbreaks were thought to have been resolved. A
yellow/grey circle up to 20” in diameter will appear and then slowly close
in on the inner turf, changing the color of the grass as it moves inward.
Scott’s Lawn Fungus Control is very effective in controlling an outbreak
of Brownpatch. Products containing Chlorothanolwork well - try Daconil
Docket DF, it is a granular product and very effective. Ortho Daconil is
a faster-acting liquid productmany homeowners use. Additionally, as
the weather begins to cool, mow your turf shorter to prevent moisture
build-up, adjust your irrigation cycle to fewer days or shorter cycle times
and avoid watering at night. Fungus loves moisture.
Chinch Bugs can be very devastating to St. Augustine or Fescue lawns.
Their damage can appear similar to brown patch at first but grows out
beyond circles or rings. Chinch bugs are the larvae of Blissus leucopterus,
a small winged beetle. To check for the presence of chinch bugs:
Take a coffee can or similar container and remove the top and bottom of
the can, creating a hollow cylinder. Then embed the can in an affected
area and fill with water. If chinch bugs are present they will rise to the
top of the water within the can.
Prevent damage from occurring! The most effective pesticide to apply
is a liquid spray containing permethrin, cypermethrin or deltamethrin.
This must be applied 3 separate times within a 21 day period - the egg
cycle the chinch bugs leave behind must be killed, otherwise they will
return. A liquid product will permeate all areas better and more effectively
than a granular product, ensuring the infestation is defeated.
If a granular treatment is utilized as well as a liquid application,
“Triazicide” works very well if applied according to labeled directions.
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GARDENING TIPS FOR NOVEMBER
• Brown patch will continue to plague St. Augustine lawns as
nights get cooler and humidity and rain continue. Discolored circles
will appear in low areas almost overnight. Apply a fungicide
recommended for brown patch according to label directions.
Avoid walking through brown-patched turf. It spreads easily
from the bottom of your shoes. If brown patch appears in the
same lawn areas every year, add an inch or two of sandy topsoil
to eliminate those low spots.
• Fertilize St. Augustine turf with a winterizing formula to promote
root growth over the winter months. Lower your lawn mover
blades now and mow on a schedule that cuts no more than onethird
of the grass blade away.
• As chrysanthemums and other perennials finish blooming, cut
flowering stalks to the ground to permit all strength to be used
in making root growth.
• Feed roses lightly, but avoid nitrogen fertilizers. Do not
prune now. Keep up spraying program and water deeply.
• Remove dead foliage and plant debris to help eradicate insects
and disease organisms. Thin out and transfer volunteer seedlings.
Beds made now will benefit by weathering before being
planted. If soil is heavy, dig six inches deep, leave rough, cover
with gymsum and strawy manure, water and allow to mellow.
• Bananas are more likely to bear fruit if the trunk does not die
back in winter. Cut banana stalks back to six feet, wrap with
newspaper and burlap.
• Continue mulching for winter. Build up a thick top mulch to
protect roots from freezing and winter drying. Don’t throw
away those pine tree needles; they make great acidic mulch for
azaleas, gardenias and next Spring’s impatiens.
• Place pansies in beds after weather has cooled.
Use a little blood meat mixed in soil under each plant.
• Now is the best time to plant trees and shrubs.
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Pet Information
ATTENTION! PET POOPS / YOU SCOOP
Please be respectful of community grounds and neighbors’ yards. If your
pet poops during your walk, be prepared to scoop and trash. Come with
a scooper and a recycled grocery bag or anything else. It may not be
the most fabulous way to walk your pet, but it does show your respect
for every homeowner and our beautiful community.
PLEASE NOTE - PETS ON LEASHES
It is the law in Fort Bend County that all pets must be vaccinated for rabies, registered
and restrained. All animals, when outside of an owner’s means of restraint
(i.e., in a fenced back yard), must be on a leash. For the safety of all residents,
please use all precautions with your pets and keep them on leashes when
walking pets in the community EVEN IF YOU FEEL YOUR PET IS HARMLESS.
If you see ANY animal roaming freely in the neighborhood, immediately call Animal
Control at 281-342-1512. Even if you recognize the animal, be very careful approaching
it, as you do not know how it will react; if you can safely retrieve the animal, then
call the owner. Otherwise, Animal Control is your best and safest option.
RESPONSIBLE PET OWNERSHIP
Being a responsible pet owner is much more than just providing
adequate water, food and shelter for your pet. Domestic pets are
completely dependent on their owners for their welfare.
• Owning a pet is a lifetime commitment. If you can’t make
the commitment, don’t get the pet.
• Choose a pet that fits your lifestyle. Don’t get a high energetic dog,
if you don’t have the time to exercise him. If you can’t afford groom
ing or can’t do the grooming yourself, pick a low maintenance dog.
• Spay or neuter your pets. There are too many homeless animals
without adding to the problem.
• Don’t make your dog a “backyard dog.” Dogs strive on
companionship and need to be with their human pack.
• Be aware of weather conditions. Leaving your dog in the car on
a hot day or in the yard without shade or water is risking
your dog’s life.
• Make sure your home is “pet” safe. Pesticides, medications,
household cleaners and some houseplants (dieffenbachia, philo
dendron, hyacinth and mistletoe) can be deadly to your pet.
Keep them out of reach.
• Provide veterinary care for your pet. Keep their vaccinations
up to date and make sure they have annual checkups.
• Keep identification tag on your pet... it is your pets ticket back
home. Both dogs and cats need ID!! Microchipping is good too,
but an external tag is essential, it could mean the difference of your
neighbor returning your pet to you or turning him into the pound!
• Obedience train and socialize your animal.
• Don’t let your pets run loose. Dogs should be walked leashes.
Any outdoor off leash access should be secure in a fenced area.
An outdoor cats average lifespan is 3 years, an indoor cat’s average
lifespan is 14 years.
• Provide your pet the proper diet. Obesity can be as deadly as
malnutrition. Be aware that some foods can be deadly, such
as chocolate and fatty foods can cause pancreatitis.
• Make sure your pet get proper amount of exercise.
• Take extra precautions during holidays like Fourth of July or
New Year’s. It is the scariest time for pets, make sure your pets
are secure indoors. Also protect your pet during Halloween.
• Be kind to your pet and show him with love... remember you
are his world.
FORT BEND COUNTY “LEASH LAW”
Animal control authorities are permitted to enter your Property to patrol and
remove pets. Pets must be registered, licensed and inoculated as required by law.
As a dog owner, you are responsible for the control of your dog. If your dog is
one that ‘makes objectionable noise,’ you must make every effort to respect
your Neighbor’s right to their ‘peace and quiet.’
When your dog is not in your yard, it is imperative that you keep your dog on a
leash at all times. While your dog is friendly to you and your family, imagine the
consequences if it were to harm someone while it was ‘roaming free.’
Please respect other resident’s right to walk the common area ground without
fear of attack from an unleashed dog.
Laws are written to ensure that owned animals are confined to their property
or kept on a leash to free a community of unrestrained and free-roaming
animals. Although most dog bites occur on the property where the dog lives,
unrestrained or free-roaming dogs do pose a substantial threat to the public.
In addition, unrestrained animals are at increased risk of being bitten by rabies
infected wildlife. Enforcement of restraint laws is essential in enhancing the
animal control program’s efforts to reduce the risk of rabies in our community.
LICENSING OF DOGS AND CATS
The primary benefit of licensing animals is identification,
should that animal become lost. Licensing also:
• Ensures that rabies vaccination are current.
• Allows for quick identification in case of a bite incident.
• Provides revenue to offset the administration costs of the
animal control program.
VACCINATION
Rabies vaccinations are a prerequisite for licensing dogs and cats because
they are an important control measure for the public health threat of rabies.
In addition to protecting pets, rabies vaccinations provide a barrier between
infected wild animals and humans.
To make a complaint or report an animal that is not properly
restrained please contact:
Fort Bend County Animal Control - 1210 Blume Road -
Rosenberg, TX 77471 - 281-342-1512 -
AnimalServices@co.fort-bend.tx.us.
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WHAT IS A LEUCISM?
By Cheryl Conley
Every animal admitted to our Center is special and everyone gets great
care but occasionally we get one that is just a little different and very
rare. This happened recently when a white baby squirrel was admitted.
We posted pictures on our Facebook page and I, like others, wondered
if it was an albino. Because the squirrel has dark eyes it is most likely
leucistic. Leucism is a partial loss of pigmentation but the eye color
remains unaffected. Albinism is a congenital disorder and the eyes
would appear pink or red.
White squirrels are actually a mutation of the eastern gray squirrel. It
is believed that white squirrels are the result of pet white squirrels that
either escaped or were released into the wild. Brevard, North Carolina,
seems to have the largest population of white squirrels and goes
back to 1949 when a resident received a couple of them as gifts. They
escaped and began breeding and now it’s estimated that one in three
squirrels in Brevard are white. They have become a tourist attraction
and are celebrated every year during the White Squirrel Festival.
Another rarity is the black squirrel. Like the white squirrel, black squirrels
are actually eastern gray squirrels with a genetic condition called
melanism. This condition can occur in many species.
Regardless of the color, a squirrel is a squirrel is a squirrel and the color
does not affect its behavior. Right now, squirrels are busy finding and
storing food for the winter months. This behavior is called “caching.”
One interesting study published by the “Royal Society Open Science”
says that squirrels actually organize their nut stashes by quality, variety
and maybe even preference. Some scientists call this “chunking.” The
study’s senior author, Lucia Jacobs, compared it to the way we organize
our groceries, “You might put fruit on one shelf and vegetables
on another. Then, when you’re looking for an onion, you only have to
look in one place, not every shelf in the kitchen.”
In order to avoid predators, squirrels will zigzag back and forth. I think
we’ve all seen squirrels trying to cross a street. Instead of running a
straight line to safety, they will zigzag and the result often leads to an
unhappy ending for the squirrel.
A squirrel’s tail not only serves as a blanket in the cold days of winter
but is also used as a way to communicate. It can warn other squirrels
of danger, is used to help with balance and climbing and is also used
during the mating season to attract potential mates.
Gray, brown, black or white, we love them and are fortunate to be able
to care for fox squirrels, eastern gray squirrels and flying squirrels.
TWRC Wildlife Center is a 501(c)(3) organization that rehabilitates injured,
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As we dream of crisp cold evenings, we need to remember that the fireplace
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Broken or cracked chimneys can let heat, smoke and toxic gasses, such
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Chimney damage is often obvious, but sometimes it can be hidden. Use
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and avoid problems - or even a disaster:
• Check to see if bricks have fallen or the chimney is leaning.
• Look for shiny areas on your exterior metal chimney pipe. This could
mean the chimney has shifted - during the recent East Coast earthquake,
for instance.
• Look for cracks at joints where the chimney connects to the firebox,
at the roofline and in the attic.
• Check for debris that may have fallen into the fireplace.
• Use a screwdriver to check the mortar between the bricks or stones. If it
crumbles when you pick at it, the chimney may be a hazard and probably
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• When in doubt, consult a licensed engineer or contractor. For the name
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Need for primary care has increased due to growth in the region. Medical Clinic at the
Ranch (MCR), a primary care clinic catering to adult patients ages 18 and older, is ready
to meet that need. The clinic is easily accessible to the community, located at Westpark
Tollway and Spring Green Blvd.
MCR offers in-house labs, EKG, medical nutrition therapy, and diabetes selfmanagement
education, with early and late appointments to suit your busy schedule.
MCR services cover a broad spectrum of conditions — from head to toe, simple to
complex — including women’s health.
L to R: Ruby Gonzalez, Vijaya Dwibhashi, MD,
Madhavi Prasad, MD, Courtney Zapata
Flu shots are available. No appointment
necessary. Get yours today.
community. Dr. Dwibhashi resides in the Katy area and Dr. Prasad grew up in Katy. The
doctors believe it is important to form strong relationships with patients and want them
to feel welcomed, connected and well engaged in their own care. The staff at MCR is
friendly and supportive.
The clinic is now accepting new patients. MCR accepts most private insurance plans
as well as Medicare and Medicaid. Discounted self-pay pricing is available to patients
without insurance.
To schedule an appointment call 281.394.0093. For more information about the
practice or physicians visit https://www.medicalclinicattheranch.com.
Falcon Ranch Community Newsletter | November 2018
9

VETERANS DAY NOVEMBER 11TH
Veterans Day is an official United States public holiday, observed annually
on November 11, that honors military veterans; that is, persons
who served in the United States Armed Forces. It coincides with other
holidays, including Armistice Day and Remembrance Day, celebrated
in other countries that mark the anniversary of the end of World War I;
major hostilities of World War I were formally ended at the 11th hour
of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, when the Armistice with
Germany went into effect. The United States previously observed
Armistice Day. The U.S. holiday was renamed Veterans Day in 1954.
Veterans Day pays tribute to all American veterans—living or
dead—but especially gives thanks to living veterans who served
their country honorably during war or peacetime.
When Is Veterans Day?
Veterans Day occurs on November 11 every year in the
United States.
• 16.1 million living veterans served during at least one war.
• 5.2 million veterans served in peacetime.
• 2 million veterans are women.
• 7 million veterans served during the Vietnam War.
• 5.5 million veterans served during the Persian Gulf War.
• Of the 16 million Americans who served during World War II,
about 558,000 are still alive.
• 2 million veterans served during the Korean War.
• 6 million veterans served in peacetime.
• As of 2014, 2.9 million veterans received compensation
for service-connected disabilities.
• As of 2014, 3 states have more than 1 million veterans among their
population: California (1.8 million), Florida (1.6 million) & Texas (1.7 million).
• The VA health care system had 54 hospitals in 1930, since then it
has expanded to include 171 medical centers; more than 350
outpatient, community, and outreach clinics; 126 nursing home
care units; and 35 live-in care facilities for injured or disabled vets.
In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower officially changed the
name of the holiday from Armistice Day to Veterans Day. In 1968,
the Uniform Holidays Bill was passed by Congress, which moved
the celebration of Veterans Day to the fourth Monday in October.
The law went into effect in 1971, but in 1975 President Gerald
Ford returned Veterans Day to November 11, due to the important
historical significance of the date.
Great Britain, France, Australia and Canada also commemorate
the veterans of World War I and World War II on or near November
11th: Canada has Remembrance Day, while Britain has Remembrance
Sunday (the second Sunday of November).
In Europe, Great Britain and the Commonwealth countries it is common
to observe two minutes of silence at 11 a.m. every November 11.
Veterans Today
The military men and women who serve and protect the U.S. come
from all walks of life; they are parents, children, grandparents,
friends, neighbors and coworkers, and are an important part of
their communities. Here are some facts about the veteran population
of the United States:
WHY I SLEEP SOUNDLY
In November, we celebrate Veterans Day for those who are actively serving, living
Veterans or Veterans killed while serving. A little history lesson about Veterans
Day. Veterans Day originated as “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1919, the first anniversary
of the end of World War I. Congress passed a resolution in 1926 for an
annual observance and Nov. 11 th became a national holiday beginning in 1938.
Unlike Memorial Day, Veterans Day pays tribute to all American Veterans living
or dead, but especially gives thanks to living Veterans who served their country
honorably during war or peacetime. The military men and women who serve and
protect the United States of Amerca come from all walks of life; they are parents,
children, grandparents, friends, neighbors and coworkers and are an important
part of their communities. The top four most cited reasons why young men and
women join the Armed Forces is Patriotism, life style, uniform and social status.
Patriotism is the reason why young men and women agree to serve our country
so they can defend our borders and not stand on the sidelines and just watch.
The lifestyle of people in Armed Forces is challenging, adventurous, risky and
yet envious and charming. The uniform has appealed more to the youth than
advertisements of other careers. Social status, when you see a person in Armed
Forces uniform you automatically give respect to him/her. This respect and love
from the countrymen plays a major role in someone choosing it as a career. Every
night, I sleep soundly knowing that the young men and women of the Armed
Forces are serving our country to defend our Freedom and our Flag.
Written by Carla Brownlee at girls1900@aol.com.
10 November 2018 | Falcon Ranch Community Newsletter

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November 5 th : Daylight Saving Time Ends
November 6 th : Election Day
November 11 th : Veterans Day
November 12 th : National Pizza Day
November 13 th : World Kindness Day
November 14 th : World Diabetes Day
November 15 th : Great American Smoke out/World Philosophy Day
November 16 th : International Day of Tolerance
November 17 th : National Unfriend Day (Facebook)
November 22 nd : Thanksgiving Day
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11

Katy ISD News
KATY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
WWW.KATYISD.ORG
IMPORTANT DATES
November 19 th -23 rd - Thanksgiving Break
November 28 th - Family Night (No Homework Assigned)
KATY ISD COLLABORATES WITH FBI IN
#THINKBEFOREYOUPOST CAMPAIGN
Hoax threats are not a joke. This type of action can lead to serious legal
consequences, even if there was never an intent to carry out the threat.
Katy Independent School District has joined forces with the Federal
Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Houston Division and various other law
enforcement agencies to launch a public awareness campaign entitled
#ThinkBeforeYouPost.
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 story​for more information and to access the
session’s registration form. Registration for each session will open two
weeks prior to the event.
Members of the Houston Police Department, the Harris County Sheriff’s
Office, police chiefs from Houston, Katy, Fort Bend and Aldine Independent
School Districts, as well as Crime Stoppers of Houston and Clear
Channel Outdoor seek to educate the public about the consequences
of making hoax threats of violence to schools and other public places.
Every threat is taken seriously and this type of behavior is considered
a crime which can lead to a sentence of up to five years in prison, if
escalated to a federal crime. If a federal charge is not warranted, state
charges can be considered.
According to authorities, posting false threats through social media platforms
or any electronic means, not only requires countless hours of investigation
by law enforcement agencies but it also drains school resources
and ends up costing taxpayers’ money. In some cases, schools shut down
resulting in the loss of instructional time for students and teachers.
Misguided attempts at humor are no laughing matter and can end
up ruining a student’s future aspirations and career opportunities.
Katy ISD seeks the public’s assistance to curb hoax threats among our
student population. Below you will find additional resources to share
with family and friends. Remember hoax threats are not a joke, so think
before you post!
Legacy Parent Academy 2018-2019 Sessions​
​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
February 6, 2019 - My Childhood Addiction - Parenting in a
Digital Age - Registration Required
February 27, 2019 - Is It Mean? Is It Rude? Is It Bullying? -
Registration Required
Wednesday, March 20, 2019 - College Prep 101 for Parents -
Registration Required
Wednesday, April 24, 2019 - Human Trafficking - Registration Required
​Confirm Attendance
We kindly ask that you confirm your attendance. This will help us prepare
enough brochures and/or other materials related to this session.
KATY ISD KEYS MENTOR PROGRAM
Can you spend time with a Katy ISD student once a week, during the
school day, during the school year?
In Katy ISD, we give you an opportunity to do just that...it’s called the
KEYS Mentor Program (Keep Encouraging Youth toward Success). Learn
more about Katy ISD KEYS Mentoring.
Contact Heather Sanders: 281-396-2468, heatherasanders@katyisd.org.
12 November 2018 | Falcon Ranch Community Newsletter

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Falcon Ranch Community Newsletter | November 2018
13

Library News
CINCO RANCH BRANCH LIBRARY
(FT. BEND CO. LIB.)
2620 Commercial Center Blvd., Katy, TX
77494, 281-395-1311
Hours Mon. 12 Noon - 9 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 9 PM,
Wed. 10 AM - 6 PM, Thurs. 10 AM - 9 PM, Fri. 12
Noon - 5 PM, Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM, Sun. Closed.
To register online for any classes at the library’s
website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click
on “Calendar,” select “Cinco Ranch Branch
Library” and find the program. Participants
may also register by calling the library at 281-
395-1311 or by visiting the library.
LIBRARY CLOSINGS
November 12 th : Veterans’ Day
November 22 nd -25 th : Thanksgiving
SPECIAL EVENTS
• WRITE NOW! REAL TALK WITH LOCAL
AUTHORS - Saturday, November 10 th ,
10:30 AM-12 noon, Multi-purpose Room. For
National Novel-Writing Month in November,
Kristen Kiesling will lead a panel of local
award-winning authors who will share their
personal experiences as writers. Hear about
the challenges faced by both traditional and
self-published authors, how they got started
and how they structure their writing life and
find inspiration. A question-and-answer session
will follow the presentation.
• ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES: All computer
classes will take place in the Computer Lab.
Reservations are required.
MS Excel (2016) Survival Basics:
Thursday, November 8 th , 10 AM
MS Word (2016) Survival Basics:
Tuesday, November 13 th , 10 AM
MS Excel (2016): Pivot Tables:
Thursday, November 15 th , 10 AM
Cover & Job-Search Letters:
Monday, November 19 th , 12-1 PM
Digital Camera Basics:
Wednesday, November 21 st , 10-11 AM
Google Docs: Monday,
November 26 th , 12 Noon
EVENTS
• LITERARY LUNCH LEAGUE BOOK CLUB -
Wednesday, November 7 th , 12 Noon, Conference
Classroom. The book to be discussed is
The Zookeeper’s Wife: A War Story, written by
Diane Ackerman. Those attending are invited
to bring a lunch, if desired.
• CINCO RANCH NIGHT READERS - Thursday,
November 15 th , beginning at 7 PM, in
Conference Room. The book to be discussed
is Commonwealth, written by Ann Patchett.
• CHESS DAY @ THE LIBRARY - Saturdays,
November 3 rd and 17 th , 10:30 AM-2:30 PM,
Multi-purpose Room. People of all ages and
skill levels - from beginners to advanced - who
are interested in playing chess, are invited to
practice their strategies while playing against
others in a relaxed, stress-free environment.
Learn a new chess move (or two) during this
come-and-go activity. Experienced players will
be on hand to provide tips and assistance. A
limited number of chess sets will be provided,
but players are welcome to bring their own
sets as well.
• CRAFT CLUB @ CINCO RANCH - 2 nd and 4 th
Tuesdays of every month, 10 AM-12 Noon,
Multi-purpose Room. People of all experience
levels - from beginners to advanced - who
enjoy any type of crafting are invited to attend
this new monthly drop-in event to get other
crafters’ perspectives, critiques and suggestions.
Chat and network with other crafters
who enjoy anything from art and needlework
to woodwork and much more! Those attending
should bring their projects and their own
crafting supplies. Samples of the library’s
instructional books, magazines and websites
on various crafts will be available.
• ESL CONVERSATION CIRCLES - Friday, November
9 th , 1-2 PM; Multipurpose Room. Fort
Bend County Libraries presents a program for
individuals of all nationalities who would like
a place to practice their English language and
conversation skills. The “Conversation Circles”
provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking
people to gather in a relaxed setting and
discuss topics of their own choosing while
practicing their English skills.
YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS
teens grades 9-12
• YOUNG ADULT BOOK CLUB - Wednesday,
November 14 th , 4-5 PM, Conference Classroom.
Teen readers will have the opportunity
to meet with others who share the same love
for great books and have a lively discussion
on the reasons a book or its characters were
liked or disliked. Those attending are invited
to talk about the book Eleanor & Park, written
by Rainbow Rowell.
• YOUNG ADULT ADVISORY COUNCIL -
Wednesday, November 28 th , 4-5 PM, Conference
Classroom. At this monthly meeting,
teens in grades 9-12 are invited to express
ideas organize upcoming activities and suggest
new programs and books that would be
of interest to young adults at the library. Earn
volunteer/service hours and meet new friends
while helping to shape the future of library
services for teens!
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
(The library is unable to accommodate daycares
and school groups at these activities.)
• Mother Goose Time: Tuesdays at 10:15 AM,
provides caregiver/infant activities and songs
especially designed for the youngest book-lovers,
from age 1 month to 12 months. Mother
Goose Time will NOT take place on November 6 th .
• Stories & Play: Tuesdays at 2 PM, for children
from 1 to 3 years of age. Children will be
treated to a story and then have open play
time. Stories & Play will NOT take place on
November 6 th .
• Toddler Time: Wednesdays at 10:15 AM
and Thursdays at 10:15 AM and 11:30 AM -
offers caregiver/child activities, stories and
songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months
of age. Toddler Time will NOT take place on
November 22 nd .
• Story Time: Wednesdays at 11:30 AM. Age
3-6, where they hear stories, watch movies and
participate in age-appropriate craft activities.
• Pajama Night Story Time: Tuesdays at 7
PM - gives families an evening option for the
activities presented during the daytime. All
ages welcome. Pajama Night Story Time will
NOT take place on November 6 th .
• Family Story Time: 1 st Saturday of the
month at 10:15 AM. All ages welcome.
• Kinder Korner: 2 nd and 4 th Wednesday of
the month at 4:30 PM - is a time for kindergartners
to enjoy stories, movies, crafts and
other activities.
• After-School Breaks: 1 st and 3 rd Wednesdays
at 4:30 PM - crafts, movies and stories
for school-aged children in grades 1 through 3.
• Minecraft Monday: November 26 th , 4:30 PM.
Minecraft challenge for students in grades 4
through 8. Reservations required.
SPECIAL EVENT - YOUTH SERVICES
• Family Movie Day - Monday, November
19 th , 1:30 PM, Meeting Room. This animated
action-adventure film is a sequel to a popular
movie about a family of crime-fighting superheroes
in Metroville. Elastigirl becomes the
new face of superheroes while Mr. Incredible
stays home to care for the kids. Managing
baby Jack’s newly emerged powers is almost
as much of a challenge as preventing the new
supervillain, Screenslaver, from wreaking havoc
on the world with his mind-control abilities.
This movie is rated PG.
All programs are free and open to the public.
For more information, call the Cinco Ranch
Branch Library at 281-395-1311 or the library’s
Public Information Office at 281-633-4734.
14 November 2018 | Falcon Ranch Community Newsletter

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KATY BRANCH LIBRARY
5414 Franz Road, Katy, TX 77493, 281-391-3509
Hours of Operation: Monday & Tuesday 10 AM - 7 PM, Wednesday
1 PM - 8 PM, Thursday 10 AM - 6 PM, Friday 1 PM - 6 PM, Saturday
10 AM - 5 PM, Sunday CLOSED. Join online at www.hcpl.net or
come by in person and we’ll help you sign up!
MONTHLY PROGRAMS
• HISPANIC BOOK GROUP/CLUB HISPANO DE LIBROS - First
Wednesday of each month, 6 PM. Every month, a group of
Spanish speaking adults get together to discuss a chosen book.
Les invitamos a que todos los meses se reuna con nosotros para
conversar sobre un libro. Lláme para más información.
• SUPERACION PERSONAL - Second Wednesday of every
month, 6 PM. The Katy Branch Library hosts motivational discussions
in Spanish.
• SPANISH COMPUTER CLASS/CLASE DE LA COMPUTADORA -
Every Friday, 4:30 PM. Basic computer classes taught in Spanish.
• ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - The Katy Library offers an array of
computer classes in English - please call for more information.
• MANGO ESL CLASS - Every Friday, 3:30 PM. Learn English with a
group going through Mango Languages, an online computer program.
• GARDENING CLUB - Every month on the 2 nd Thursday, 11 AM.
Join other gardeners in the area to learn new ways to grow. Bring
your leftover seeds and exchange them for new seeds to try.
WEEKLY PROGRAMS
• GENEALOGY SQUAD - Every Monday, 2 PM. Bring your lunch
and join us for an informal genealogy get-together. We’ll have
computers, Ancestry.com and other genealogists to help each
other with our searches.
• KNOTTY & NICE CLUB - Every Wednesday, 1 PM. The Knotty
& Nice Club is the place for you if you want to learn new needlework
techniques, teach someone else or just hang out with other
crafters. Come & join the club!
CHILDREN
Mondays, 10:15 AM - Baby Bounce
Tuesdays, 10:15 AM and 11 AM - Toddler Time
Thursdays, 10:15 AM and 11 AM - Preschool Storytime
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PECKHAM PARK ACTIVITIES
These classes are free with priority to Harris Co. residents.
5597 Gardenia, 281-391-4482 - web www.pct3.hctx.net
PRIORITY IS GIVEN TO HARRIS COUNTY RESIDENTS & THOSE
WHO LIVE WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF KATY
MARY JO PECKHAM PARK FISHING LAKE: The lake is a stocked. Rules are posted
out by the lake. Park hours are 6 AM-10 PM. If you have questions, please call the
Parks Office at 281-531-1592.
FITNESS ROOM CLASSES & ACTIVITIES
PILATES - Mondays and Fridays - 10:45 AM-11:45 AM.
YOGA - Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM & Mon. & Wed., 5 PM-6 PM.
ZUMBA - Tuesdays - 11 AM-12 PM (HC & KCL residents call Tuesday starting at 7
AM for reservations, other counties call Tuesday starting at 10 AM) & Thursdays
5 PM - 6 PM (HC & KCL residents, call Thursday starting at 7 AM for reservations,
other counties call Thursday starting at 10 AM) and Saturdays - 8:15-9:15 AM
(HC & KCL residents, call Friday starting at 7 AM for reservations, other counties
call Friday starting at 10 AM).
SENIOR OUTDOOR FIT & FUN - Tuesdays - 11-11:30 AM.
FITNESS MACHINES – This is a time when you can work out on your own on the fitness
equiPMent. You must be 16 year and up & bring a full size towel and wear atheletic
shoes. Various times available daily. The machines are closed during class times.
POOL CLASSES & ACTIVITIES
DEEP WATER AEROBICS - This hour class is a high cardio vascular workout. A
flotation device is advised. Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 9 AM.
WATER AEROBICS - This one hour class is low-impact, which is easy on the joints.
Monday-Friday, 9:05 AM-10:05 AM. Monday & Wednesday 5:45 PM-6:45 PM.
ARTHRITIS AQUATICS - This class consists of range of motion, muscle strengthening
and endurance-building activities. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 11 AM - 12 PM.
RECREATIONAL SWIM (call to reserve a spot) - There is no lap swimming at this
time. Mondays & Wednesdays, 4 PM-5:30 PM, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11 AM-
12:30 PM, Saturday & Sunday, 2:30 PM-4 PM. Reservations may be made 1 day
in advance for Harris County residents & those who reside within the Katy City
Limits. Other counties may call the day of the Recreational Time.
LAP SWIM/WATER WALK - Various times daily. (for ages 12years and up)
LAP SWIM FOR AGES 8-11 - Fridays 4 PM-4:45 PM, Saturdays and Sundays 11:30
AM-1:30 PM (in 30 minute increments). Call to reserve a lane. Reservations may
be made 1 day in advance for Harris County residents & those who reside within
the Katy City Limits. Other counties may call the day of.
AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS - Ages 6 months - Adults. Call or come
in to get schedule for lessons.
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SCOUTING
Michael Joseph Fibich
EAGLE SCOUT, MICHAEL JOSEPH FIBICH, III
Nineteen year old, Eagle Scout, Michael Joseph Fibich, III hiked the entire Appalachian Trail, from Georgia to Maine, 2,189.9 miles this
summer in 3 months time. Ordinarily, it takes 5 to 7 months to accomplish this and only one out of 4 people who attempt it, actually
complete it! It is more of a mental challenge than even a physical challenge. His determination, grit and perseverance in this endeavor
carried him through. Michael is a Sophomore at Hendrix College in Conway, Arkansas, where he is on a pre med track. He is from Katy, Texas,
Troop 1103 and originally started his Boy Scout career in Lake Charles, Louisiana with Troop 107. His love of hiking came from scouting and
his many adventures at Philmont Scout Ranch. He ran his first ultra marathon race in the Arkansas Travellers 100 on October 6 th .
HOMESCHOOL CUB SCOUT PACK 164
Cub Scouts is a fun way to teach boys about character,
respect, responsibility and many other traits. Pack 164 is
a Christian, home school Cub Scout Pack that services the
Greater West Houston/Katy area. Pack 164 promotes service
to God, to country and to others. If you are interested and your
son is entering 1 st through 5 th grade, please contact Jack M.
Jones at 281-558-5722.
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GIRL SCOUTS
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Troop 128006, a Katy wide 2 nd Grade Brownie Girl Scout Troop, has opening
for 2 nd grade girls. We welcome new to GS, returning & existing 2 nd grade
Girl Scouts. Meetings: Every other Monday, 6:30-8 PM, 20000 Franz Road
area. Contact Lee at gstroop128006@gmail.com for more information.
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Frank Billingsley, Channel 2 Chief Meteorologist with K.A.R.E. members Gerald
Young (K.A.R.E. President), Effie McAteer, Debbie Peterson, Marsha Smith, Jamie
Wolman, Karen Thornton, Kim Brock, MayDell Jenks, Patti Shafer and Rita
Williams. Photo Courtesy of Sue Perez .
KARE HELD MONTHLY MEETING WITH FRANK BILLINGSLEY
On September 19 th , Katy Area Retired Educators (K.A.R.E.) held their monthly
meeting with Frank Billingsley, Channel 2 Chief Meteorologist as their guest
speaker. K.A.R.E members had a great time learning the history of hurricanes
and the paths they traveled. Mr. Billingsley also shared his journey to discover
his Family Tree along with his book SWABBED & FOUND.
All public school employees who retired under the Teacher Retirement System
(TRS) are welcome to attend and bring a retired educator, friend or neighbor
who is not a current member. K.A.R.E. represents anyone who has worked in a
school district and retired through TRS. This includes all employees from custodian
to superintendent. Others interested in supporting the goals of the Texas
Retired Teachers Association (TRTA) are welcome to join as associate members.
Reservations are required. Call Lee Ann Nuckles at 832-594-7533.
K.A.R.E. meetings are held at 11:30 AM at the Leonard E. Merrell Center, Room
144, located at the West Entrance. For more information about the Katy Area
Retired Educators, check out its website at www.localunits.org/KARE/.
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KATY ELKS LODGE BINGO
The Katy Elks organization provides local scholarships to Katy ISD schools and
assistance for special needs children in the Katy area and invites you to help
support our community by playing Bingo at the following location and times:
1050 Katy Ft Bend Rd, Katy TX 77493. Every Tuesday and Thursday, doors open
at 6:00 PM. We also serve food and drinks in our kitchen.
EPIPHANY BINGO
Epiphany conducts their bingo games every Friday night except holidays. THERE
IS NO SMOKING ALLOWED DURING ALL BINGO GAMES. They have security, lighted
parking, big screen color monitor, computerized bingo equipment, snack bar and
large cash prizes. Profits benefit charitable outreach programs. Epiphany Catholic
Church, Church Community Center, 1530 Norwalk Dr. (between Fry and Mason
Roads, south of I-10 behind Nottingham Subdivision) off Highland Knolls. Early bird
games begin at 7:30 PM and regular games at 8 PM. For more info, call the bingo
hall number at 281-578-3905.
ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH BINGO
At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown Katy, “BINGO” is being
played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except Holidays. Doors open at 7 PM,
games start at 7:15 PM with four Early Bird games. Regular games start at 7:30 PM.
All profits will benefit community outreach and Religious Education programs. The
Church is located in downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You can get to the church
if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right at the light, go to the second
stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left and the Church Hall will be on your
right one block down. For more info., call 281-391-4758.
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what’s Happening around katy
November Events
WESTHEIMER LAKES & WESTHEIMER LAKES NORTH
COMMUNITY GARAGE SALES
Our residents have cleaned out their closets and can’t wait for you to stop
by on Saturday, November 3 rd from 7 AM to 12 Noon! You’ll find treasures
galore in our community-wide garage sale! Residents will be selling their
items right out of their garages.
For a map and list of items being sold at Westheimer Lakes and Westheimer
Lakes North, don’t forget to stop by the SplashPad (located in the
Westheimer Lakes section - 26103 Canyon Fields Drive, Richmond 77406,
832-222-2355) on the day of the sale.
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.
SEABOURNE NATURE FEST
Saturday, November 3 rd , 10 AM-4 pm
Seabourne Creek Nature Park, 3831 Texas 36 South, Rosenberg 77471
This is Coastal Prairie Chapter Texas Master Naturalists’ signature project.
There will be lots of activities for kids and families! See butterflies and
caterpillars, alligators and snakes, hawks and owls, beekeepers and more.
There will be a native plant sale, edible plant display, children’s crafts,
face painting, nature talks, prairie walks and horse-drawn wagon rides.
The nature festival entry and events are free. There will also be a variety
of food truck vendors. Free and Open to the Public.
The Texas Master Naturalists are sponsored by Texas Parks and Wildlife
Department and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. For additional information,
call 281-633-7033 or email mmcdowell@ag.tamu.edu. Conducted
by Coastal Prairie Chapter-Texas Master Naturalists. Website:
https://txmn.org/coastal, Facebook: www.facebook.com/TXMNCoastal/.
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.
KATY AREA YMCA TURKEY DASH
Thursday, November 22, 2018
Join us as we celebrate the 16 th annual Katy Area YMCA Turkey Dash on
Thanksgiving Day. Whether you’re a veteran runner or participating in your
first race, we have an event for you, including a 10K, 5K, 1 Mile Kids Race
and 1 Mile Walk/Run. We also have the best post-race party packed with
food, giveaways, a photo booth and a kid’s fun zone.
If you love to dress up for races, we encourage you to do so! Enter solo or
as a group in our 5 th annual costume contest with prizes awarded to the
“Best Thanksgiving Theme” and “Most Unique Costume.” Medals will be
awarded to finishers of the kids’ race and 10K race.
All proceeds from the Katy Area YMCAs Turkey Dash go toward our Annual
Campaign and help provide scholarships to programs such as child care,
summer camps, swim lessons, sports leagues and assistance to various
area outreach programs. Register at
https://Raceroster.com/events/2018/167477/2018-ymca-turkey-dash.
For more info or to learn of sponsor opportunities, go to
https://www.ymcahouston.org/2018/turkey-dash.
4 TH 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.
THE ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
November 9-11, 2018
The Norwegian Seamans Church,
4309 Young Street, Pasadena 77504
A unique shop with Scandinavian Christmas items such as linens, knitwear,
Norwegian “nisser” and handmade decorations. Scandinavian
folk dance, bakery, silent auction and great raffle prizes.
Hours: Friday: 11 AM-4 PM Saturday:
10 AM-4 PM Sunday: 12-4 PM
HOLY COVENANT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PRESENTS
29 TH ANNUAL HEARTWARMING CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW
November 10, 2018, 9 AM-4 PM
22111 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, TX 77449
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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.
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Sunday, November 18, 11 AM-6 PM
The West Fort Bend Management District and the City of
Richmond are proud to announce the 2018 Pecan Harvest
Festival held in Historic Downtown Richmond. We are
excited to present this annual event, which highlights
the rich history of pecans in Fort Bend County while simultaneously
showcasing the unique features of Historic
Downtown Richmond. The festival’s beloved Kidz Zone
will be nestled in historic Decker Park, while live music entertains all day from
Wessendorff Park’s acoustically designed Gazebo. Festival attendees can stroll
along the trails from Second St. around historic Morton Cemetery at edge of
Wessendorff Park. An old-fashioned hayride will expose riders to the Historic
District of Richmond, while the Festival features Artisan Vendors, a Farmer’s
Market, a Beer & Wine Garden, a Baking Contest and a Classic Car Show.
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December Events
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.
9TH ANNUAL “A MERRY CHRISTMAS COOKIE WALK”
Saturday, December 8, 2018 10 AM-1 PM
Family Life Assembly of God,
24911 Roesner Road, Katy, TX 77494
Delicious homemade Christmas cookies for that special loved one, last
minute gift or holiday gathering. Choose from an assortment of goodies
that will bring a smile to any holiday celebration. Come early for the best
selection. All sold by the pound. For more information contact us at
flagwomen@flag.church or call 281-392-0637.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is hosting the Pecan Education portion
of the Richmond Pecan Harvest Festival, including interactive agricultural
exhibits and the Fort Bend County Pecan Show. Attendees will
find 40+ varieties of award winning pecans, submitted by many of the
established pecan growers of Fort Bend County. The pecan education
portion of the festival is graciously supported by a partnership with the
Texas Pecan Growers Association and Fort Bend County Farm Bureau,
cooperatively investing in agricultural education.
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COMMUNITY INTEREST GROUPS
KATY AREA DEMOCRATS
Katy Area Democrats meets 3 rd Tuesday of the month at the El Rancho
Mexican Restaurant, 17754 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77094 at 7 PM.
Great speakers each month as well as opportunities for community
involvement. For information, visit our website
www.katydemocrats.net or contact katydems@hotmail.com.
REPUBLICAN WOMEN’S CLUB OF KATY
Have you always wanted to get involved with your local and state
politics? The Republican Women’s Club of Katy is a conservative ladies
group offering monthly meetings where you can meet with local and
State Representatives and hear guest speakers talk to important issues
we are experiencing from a local and state level. We are about having
fun and keeping Texas Red. Come on out to one of our meetings the
1 st Thursday of the month at the Golf Club of Cinco Ranch. For more
information about us, check us out on Facebook or email us at Rwckaty1@gmail.com.
KATY LIONS CLUB
Come out and have some fun!!! Meetings are the 1 st and 3 rd Thursday
of each month at 7 PM. We meet at Salt and Pepper restaurant located
811 Avenue D Suite 110, Katy, TX 77493. For more info,
tank@tankspaintball.com.
FULSHEAR-SIMONTON LIONS CLUB
Meets the 2 nd Thursday of each month at 7 PM at Yong’s Asian Fusion &
Sushi restaurant in Fulshear. Visitors are welcomed. Visit our website
at www.fulshearsimontonlionsclub.org or email us at
info@fulshearsimontonlionslcub.org to learn more.
The Lions Club is an international secular service organization dedicated
to serving our community and helping to meet the local humanitarian
needs. A key priority for us is Eye Sight; eyeglasses recycle
program, local elementary school children eye testing and assistance
with the purchase of glasses.
KATY SUNRISE ROTARY
Katy Sunrise Rotary Club is a member club of Rotary International,
a 100-year-old worldwide service organization. Katy Sunrise Rotary
meets every Tuesday morning, at 7:00 AM, at Cinco Ranch Golf Club,
guests and visitors are welcomed. For more information, please visit
www.katysunriserotary.com.
ROTARY CLUB OF KATY
Formed in 1946, the Rotary Club of Katy has a diverse membership of
30 business and professional men and women. The club meets each
Thursday, from noon to 1 PM, at Hasta La Pasta, 1450 Grand Parkway,
Suite E, Katy, TX 77494. For more information, call 281-392-0045 or visit
www.katyrotary.com.
WEST HOUSTON ROTARY CLUB
West Houston Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at 12:15 PM for Lunch
and Fellowship at the Omni Hotel West Houston, Katy Freeway at
Eldridge. Guests and visitors are welcome. Rotary clubs provide many
opportunities for giving back to our community (local and global); come
join us for fun, friendships and community service.
Contact 281-627-0662 for more info.
KATY TOASTMASTERS
Do you need to improve your communication skills for presentations,
interviews, networking or everyday conversations with co-workers,
customers or volunteers? We are a supportive group of members who
help each other become better speakers and leaders. We meet the first
three Thursdays at Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union, 25525 Katy Mills
Parkway, Katy, TX 77494. (We are located behind Katy Mills Mall near
Pin Oak Road.) from 7:30 PM-9:00 PM. For more information, visit our
website at http://katy.toastmastersclubs.org.
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PARK 10 TALKERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB
Need speaking skills? Improve your communication skills; lose your
fears of public speaking; and learn skills that will help you be more successful
in whatever path you’ve chosen in life. You are invited to visit the
Park 10 Talkers Toastmasters Club every Thursday each month, at 11:45
AM, at NACE, 15835 Park Ten Place, 77084; telephone 281-228-6287.
For more information on Toastmasters, go to www.toastmasters.org.
EASY RISERS TOASTMASTERS
Do you live in west Houston and work in downtown Houston? If you
would like to improve your communication and leadership skills, please
contact Ed Young at edyoung2@hotmail.com for more information. We
meet every Tuesday, at 7 AM and we’ve been serving the downtown
area for 30 years!
WEST HOUSTON ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS
The West Houston Chapter of International Assoc. of Administrative
Professionals (IAAP) usually meets the fourth Tuesday of each month
at Embassy Suites Houston - Energy Corridor at 11730 Katy Freeway
(N. side of I10 - Kirkwood Exit). Networking begins at 5:30 PM, dinner is
served at 6:00 PM. Reservations are required. For additional info, please
contact Caroline Champness CAP-OM at caroline.champness@bp.com
or go to www.iaap-westhouston.org to visit our website.
KATY BUSINESS NETWORKING GROUP
We are a Professional Business Owners Networking Group that meets
the 3 rd Wednesday of the month at Rudy’s BBQ I10 and Mason from
7:30 AM to 8:30 AM. For more information, please call Richard Luebeck
832-646-2886 or email richard@redlionrealtygroup.com.
ABWA WEST HOUSTON NETWORK
ABWA West Houston Network - Meets the second Thursday of each
month, 11:30 AM-1:00 PM, at the Marriott Energy Corridor - I-10 Katy
Freeway between Park Ten and Hwy 6. Visit our website at
www.whenabwa.org for more info or to RSVP.
BUSINESS NETWORK INTERNATIONAL
BNI Katy meets every Thursday at 7:00 AM at Willowfork Country Club,
21055 Westheimer Pkwy, Katy, TX 77450. If you are interested in growing
your business, please come to a meeting. Call Kitty Tennison, President,
281-221-0016 or Susan Hendrix, Vice-President, 954-729-3870 for more
information.
BUSINESS NETWORK INTERNATIONAL
Business Network International, (BNI)/Cinco Ranch Group meets every
Tuesday from 7:00-8:30 AM, for breakfast and business networking, at
Willowfork Country Club at 21055 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, TX 77450.
Please RSVP to Len Tierney at 713-824-6960 or go to www.bnihouston.
com and search for Cinco Ranch Chapter in Katy, Texas.
PARKWAY BUSINESS PARTNERS CHAPTER OF BNI
The Parkway Business Partners chapter of BNI meets every Wednesday
at Willow Fork Country Club in Katy. Meetings are held from 7:15 AM
until 9:00 AM and visitors are welcome. For information or a reservation
to attend, please call Chris at 832-252-9413.
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InHouston-Katy Premier Professional Business Networking Mixer InHouston/Katy
Group invites area business professionals to come join different
business professionals for the InHouston/Katy - Premier Professional
Networking Mixer. No cover charges. They meet the 2 nd Tuesday of each
month, 4 - 7 PM at Texas Borders Bar & Grill, 20940 Katy Fwy. Suite H, Katy,
Texas 77449. For information, call Newell Cheatheam 281-392-3034, newell.
cheatheam@gmail.com.
WEST KATY NETWEAVERS
West Katy Netweavers is a Fulshear-based business networking relationship-building
group. We meet every second and fourth Wednesday of the
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TX 77441. Our structured and fun breakfast meetings begin at 7:30
AM and end at 8:30 AM with some time provided for networking thereafter.
Come with your business cards and be ready to provide a 30-second brief
introduction of yourself and business you come to represent. The cost of
breakfast is $5 and an additional fee is $1. No brochures or marketing materials.
Business that have the best success rate in growing their business
through our group are those that care about the triple bottom line - profit,
social and environmental. To learn more about us visit www.facebook.com/
groups/westkatynetweavers.
FITNESS JOURNEY NETWORK
Fitness Journey Network is a NEW group of Katy health and wellness professionals
meeting the first Thursday of each month, at various locations
in the Katy area. Membership is free. If you would like more information
or would like to be a part of our group, please contact
Karen Narum at 281-871-8920 or at fitnessjourney@live.com.
KATY BAR ASSOCIATION
Katy Bar Association, which is an Association of Attorneys who live or
work in the Katy Area, holds its monthly meeting at 11:30 AM on the fourth
Tuesday of every month at Willow Fork Country Club. Anyone interested in
attending, should contact Sarah Springer at sarah@sarahspringerlaw.com
or 281-646-0644. Each monthly meeting offers continuing legal education
credit. For more information, contact
Sarah Springer who is the current President of the KBA.
WELCOME WAGON CLUB KATY
Welcome Wagon Club of Katy - Come join a nice group of ladies to enjoy
luncheons, programs, bunco and other card games, movies and much more!
Call Nancy 915-727-3910 or email welcomewagonclubkaty@yahoo.com.
KATY NEIGHBORS’ COFFEES
Katy Neighbor’s Coffees are open to all women who live in the Katy Area.
It is to promote friendship in the neighborhood among old and new
residents. Coffees are held once a month on the last Tuesday, at 10 AM,
at members’ homes. There are no officers of this club and membership
is free to all. For more information, please contact 281-794-7759.
FULSHEAR AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce holds its monthly member meetings
the 2 nd Wednesday of every month at Parkway Fellowship, 27043
FM 1093, Richmond, TX 77406. Meet and Greet begins at 7:30 AM and
meeting starts at 8 AM. For more information about the Fulshear Area
Chamber of Commerce, visit the website at www.fulshearareachamber.
com or contact Amy Norvell at 832-600-3321 or
anorvell@fulshearareachamber.com.
GREATER KATY EXCHANGE CLUB
Greater Katy Exchange Club meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at
6:30 PM, at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. $15
includes dinner and speaker (advance registration day before meeting). You can
call or pay and RSVP at www.KatyExchangeClub.com. The Greater Katy Exchange
Club is non-profit service organization of a group of men and women working
together to make our community better place to live through programs of service
in Americanism, Community Service, Youth Activities and the Prevention of Child
Abuse. Give back to your community by joining the Katy Exchange Club. Guest’s
welcome. Advance reservations required by 12:00 PM day of meeting to Shivani
Shah-Palaniappan 281-827-5795 or Newell Cheatheam 713-385-3622 or pay and
reserve online at www.KatyExchangeClub.com.
TEXAS COASTAL CATTLEWOMEN
Texas Coastal Cattlewomen (TCCW), a chapter of Texas Cattlewomen, meets
on the third Wednesday of each month, at various locations throughout the
Houston area. TCCW is a 501 (c) 3 charitable organization whose purpose it
is to promote beef by educating the public to its nutritional value and to the
use of its many by-products in our daily lives. You do not need to be in the
cattle business, but only need to want to promote beef. In addition, we award
scholarships to applicants in the following counties: Harris, Fort Bend, Austin,
Brazoria, Galveston, Colorado, Liberty, Waller and Wharton. If you are interested
in becoming a member or desire more information, you may contact Dorothy
at cattlegamma@aol.com or Sue at 281-238-8382 or cell 281-381-1987.
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Life is too short so get out and enjoy it. Mix, mingle, socialize and
network with singles ages 35+ or those that prefer to hang out with
the over forty crowd. We have a variety of events each month such as;
dinner & dancing, movies, girl’s night out, themed parties, picnics,
weekend get-a-ways, recreational activities, daytrips and more. For
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A SALUTE TO OUR VETERANS - Friday, November 9, 2018 (7:30 PM)
at Tallowood Baptist Church Worship Center. The Houston Choral
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serve, with patriotic music, readings, letters and reflections. This
concert is FREE to veterans and active duty military.
A GLORIOUS CHRISTMAS - Saturday, December 1, 2018 (7:30 PM)
at Foundry United Methodist Church. There will be audience caroling
and a special visit by Santa Claus! Pre-concert presentation will be at
7 PM and a silent auction during intermission; a reception follows this
concert.
HANDEL’S MESSIAH - Friday, December 21, 2018 (7:30 PM) at Tallowood
Baptist Church Chapel, 555 Tallowood Rd, Houston, TX 77024.
This is a smaller venue, and tickets are expected to sell out. Don’t miss
the opportunity to experience this dramatic oratorio as a part of your
Christmas tradition.
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website at www.houstonchoral.org or call 832-478-6986.
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BRIEF HISTORY OF THANKSGIVING
The tradition of the Pilgrims’ first
Thanksgiving is steeped in myth and
legend. Few people realize that the
Pilgrims did not celebrate Thanksgiving
the next year or any year thereafter,
though some of their descendants
later made a “Forefather’s Day” that
usually occurred on December 21 st
or 22 nd . Several Presidents, including
George Washington, made one-time
Thanksgiving holidays. In 1827, Mrs.
Sarah Josepha Hale began lobbying
several Presidents for the creation of
Thanksgiving as a national holiday, but
her lobbying was unsuccessful until 1863
when Abraham Lincoln finally made it a
national holiday.
Today, our Thanksgiving is the fourth
Thursday of November. This was set
by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in
1939 (approved by Congress in 1941),
who changed it from Abraham Lincoln’s
designation as the last Thursday in
November (which could occasionally end
up being the fifth Thursday and hence too
close to Christmas for businesses). But
the Pilgrims’ first Thanksgiving began at
some unknown date between September
21 st and November 9 th , most likely in very
early October. The date of Thanksgiving
was probably set by Lincoln to somewhat
correlate with the anchoring of the
Mayflower at Cape Cod, which occurred
on November 21, 1620 (by our modern
Gregorian calendar-it was November 11 th
to the Pilgrims who used the
Julian calendar).
There are only two contemporary
accounts of the 1621 Thanksgiving: First
is Edward Winslow’s account, which
he wrote in a letter dated December
12, 1621. The complete letter was
first published in 1622. The second
description was written about twenty
years after the fact by William Bradford
in his History Of Plymouth Plantation.
Bradford’s History was rediscovered
in 1854 after having been taken by
British looters during the Revolutionary
War. Its discovery prompted a greater
American interest in the history of the
Pilgrims. It is also in this account that
the Thanksgiving turkey tradition is
founded.
The primary sources above only list a
few items that were on the Thanksgiving
“menu,” namely five deer, a large number
of turkeys and waterfowl, cod and bass;
plus the harvest, which consisted of
wheat, corn, barley and perhaps any
peas that survived the scorching. To
that list, we can probably add a few
additional things that are known to have
been native to the area and eaten by the
Pilgrims: clams, mussels, lobster, eel,
ground nuts, acorns, walnuts, chestnuts,
squashes and beans. Fruits and berries
such as strawberries, raspberries,
grapes and gooseberries were available
growing wild. Pilgrim house-gardens
may have included a number of English
vegetables and herbs, perhaps things
like onions, leeks, sorrel, yarrow, lettuce,
carrots, radishes, currants, liverwort,
watercress and others. It is unlikely
much in the way of supplies brought on
the Mayflower survived, such as Holland
Cheese, olive oil, butter, salt pork, sugar,
spices, lemons, beer, aqua-vitae or
bacon. It appears the Pilgrims may have
had some chickens with them, so likely
had access to a limited number of eggs.
No mention of swine is found in any
account of the first year. They did not
yet have any goats or cattle: the first of
those arrived on the ship Anne in 1623.
Excerpts source:
http://mayflowerhistory.
comthanksgiving/
THANKSGIVING PARTY
PLANNING CHECKLIST
One month before:
Determine your overall budget for decor and food.
Call or email family and friends to discuss holiday plans
and invite them to join you for the occasion.
Three weeks before:
Order flowers from your local florist and source the other
seasonal elements you’d like to incorporate (pumpkins,
gourds, leaves, acorns, etc.).
Rent extra chairs or linens from your local rental
company, if needed.
Check to be sure you have necessary serving pieces for
the buffet. Use post-it notes to label which menu items
go on each platter.
Two weeks before:
Make wheat place cards and plan seating arrangement.
Purchase materials and prepare any crafts for the table.
Order turkey.
One week before:
Create a master shopping list that includes
all ingredients for menu.
Stock up on wine and nonalcoholic beverages.
Send tablecloth and napkins to a dry cleaner
so they’re perfectly pressed.
Thaw turkey in refrigerator, if frozen. Allow for at least
1 day of thawing for every 4 pounds of turkey.
Two days before:
Buy groceries.
Make any favors.
Arrange flowers.
Day before:
Set the table. Bake pies.
Prepare any dishes you can do ahead of time.
Day of:
Prepare food that still needs to be cooked.
Warm any dishes that were made ahead of time.
Prepare the guest bathroom by emptying trash, setting out
clean guest towels and lighting a candle next to the sink.
Set all serving pieces out that will be used on a buffet.
Have trash cans and extra garbage bags ready
for clean-up.
Light candles and turn on music.
Get dressed and party ready!
Source: HGTV.com
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STRESS-LESS HOLIDAY ENTERTAINING:
SET UP A THANKSGIVING BUFFET
For this year’s Thanksgiving feast, set up an inviting buffet that’s
piled high with mouthwatering dishes, seasonal decorative elements
and touches of vintage elegance for a holiday celebration that your
loved ones won’t soon forget.
Keep It Simple! For a meal that already requires days of prep, serving
food buffet-style is a surefire way to lighten the load on the hostess.
And on a holiday that’s as food-centric as Thanksgiving, there’s no
better way to give guests the freedom to come back for a second
(and third!) helping of their favorite dishes. This is a great time to get
creative and think about repurposing furniture from other parts of
the house - an old dresser, desk or even a wood door propped up on
sawhorses would make a perfect buffet.
Source: www.hgtv.com/design/make-and-celebrate/entertaining
8 TIPS FOR A SIMPLY CHIC THANKSGIVING
Thanksgiving is all about focusing on what really matters: family,
friends and the ultimate comfort food. Take a fuss-free approach with
our tips for setting a seasonal table that incorporates rustic elements
with a touch of sophistication.
Stir It Up
The party starts as soon as guests arrive. Greet friends and family with
a tray of piping-hot cider, garnished with fresh cinnamon stir sticks.
Set the Scene
Create a centerpiece overflowing with flowers in shades of ivory,
pumpkin and sage placed atop a salvaged wooden board.
Celebrate the Season
To complement this table’s muted color palette, fill the area around
the centerpiece with pale gourds and squash. Incorporate beeswax
taper candles and flickering gold votives to warm the mood.
WHAT TO DO BEFORE, DURING, AFTER
THANKSGIVING DINNER
The most wonderful time of year also means less time for you!
Keep your focus on YOU before, during and after holiday eating:
1) BEFORE: during the day, drink plenty of water, eat hydrating
fruits - melons, apples, take a long walk, eat a whole-grain breakfast.
2) DURING: continue to hydrate, make sure your plate has MORE
vegetables, avoid white grains and choose whole grains, gravy
on the side, fresh baked potatoes vs. mashed, WATER!
3) AFTER: continue to hydrate, stay active, go for a walk,
have a small piece of dessert - key is small!
10 ALTERNATIVES TO A THANKSGIVING TURKEY
There are plenty of alternative Thanksgiving meals that will give you
that holiday feeling. Here are some ideas:
• Pork Roast: Adding apples and cinnamon will ensure that no one
misses the turkey when you serve this dish. It smells and tastes
like holiday heaven.
• Roasted Chicken: A roasted chicken certainly qualifies as
a solid turkey replacement.
• Thanksgiving Jambalaya: You can substitute any meat here:
turkey breast slices, chicken, shrimp.
• Baked Cod or Microwaved Salmon: Who says you can’t serve fish
on Thanksgiving?
• Eggplant Parmesan: Both vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike
will love you for this.
• Leg of Lamb: A great alternative that will everyone, especially
if you add exotic spices and seasonings
• Beef Stew: Hearty and plentiful; your house will be filled with
the most amazing aromas.
Courtesy of: www.bonappetit.com/
Count Your Blessings
This Thanksgiving let everyone join in the fun of decorating the table
while remembering to count their blessings. Craft our chain of thanks
in advance then ask guests to write down what they’re thankful for on
the paper strips. Run the chain down the length of the table and take
turns reading the sentiments aloud during the meal. For an extra dose
of fun, leave the strips of paper anonymous and let everyone guess the
author of each one.
Help Yourselves
The best way to enjoy company is by keeping your own load light
during the party. Simplify your hosting duties by setting up a buffet
near the table and letting guests help themselves to their favorite
Thanksgiving foods. Use fresh herbs and seasonal fruit to garnish each
dish and set out menu cards identifying the ingredients in each item.
The Perfect Bird
Score points with guests by preparing a perfectly cooked turkey then
garnishing the bird with fresh apples and bunches of sage.
Gather ‘Round the Table
When it comes down to it, the most important part of your Thanksgiving
dinner is being surrounded by loved ones. Spend the days leading up
focusing on prep work so you can relax and enjoy yourself on the big
day.
Light It Up
Scatter votives and taper candles of different heights down the
middle of the table to make the entire dining room glow. Purchase
inexpensive raw wood holders from a craft store, then apply stain to
turn them a rich mahogany. Use unscented candles so fragrances don’t
compete with the aromas of the food.
Source: www.hgtv.com/design/make-and-celebrate/entertaining
Courtesy of: https://mgic-connects.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/6-
Thanksgiving-Holiday-Facts-Infographic-1.jpg
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7 ESSENTIAL BLACK FRIDAY
SHOPPING TIPS
Believe it or not, Black Friday is almost here.
But before you make a single purchase, there
are a few things we recommend you do. Remember,
Black Friday was created by retailers
to benefit retailers. But with our pointers
below, you’ll be able to turn the tables and
ensure you make the wisest buying decisions
throughout the holiday season.
Make a list, check it twice: One of the worst
things you can do during the holidays is purchase
items blindly without a shopping list.
This is true whether you shop online or in-store.
Shopping without a specific list causes you to
spend more and purchase items that you may
not necessarily need. By creating a shopping
list with specific items, you avoid falling into
the trap of buying unnecessary stuff.
Embrace your inner Scrooge: So you’ve
found what looks like the perfect deal and
you’re ready to pull the trigger. Stop. Before
you buy anything, there are two things you
should always do. First, use a price-comparison
engine such as Google Shopping,
ShopSavvy or PriceGrabber to make sure
you’re getting the best price on the item you
want to buy. It pays to shop around; you’ll
be surprised by how easy it is to find lower
prices. After you’ve done your homework and
ensured you’re not being overcharged, find
out if there are any perks to purchasing from
one store versus the other. Maybe you’re an
Amazon Prime member and Amazon’s offering
free next-day shipping. Or maybe you have a
Best Buy rewards card that promises double
points. Any opportunity to stack on additional
savings - even if small - should not be missed.
Start your shopping early: Black Friday is
no longer a one-day event. As a matter of fact,
the best sales aren’t even released on Black
Friday, they’re actually unveiled throughout
Thanksgiving week. So the earlier you start
your shopping, the better your chances of finding
the items you want on sale and in stock.
In the past, we noticed some of the best deals
were released on the morning of Thanksgiving
Day. That’s not to say you should avoid Black
Friday, but be aware that “Black Friday” is
now a season that includes most of November
and December.
Be wary of doorbuster sales: Black Friday
wouldn’t be the same without a head-turning
doorbuster sale. However, these time-sensitive
sales were designed to lure shoppers
into stores in hopes of getting consumers to
spend on other nonessentials. Oftentimes, a
store will have a very limited number of doorbuster
items in stock. Moreover, they’ll release
them at odd hours in the morning. So unless
you’re first in line, your chances of scoring a
doorbuster deal are slim to none.
Get social: Want to get a leg up on the latest
Black Friday offerings? One of the best ways
to see what’s coming down the pipes is by
following your favorite retailers on social
media. Facebook and Twitter tend to be the
most active platforms for retailers, but don’t
be surprised if stores start using Instagram to
reveal secret coupon codes or early preview
deals as well.
Use one card: Data breaches are bound to
happen - especially during the holidays - and
the best way to safeguard yourself against any
potential identity theft is to limit the number
of credit cards you use during the holiday
season. While you could make your purchases
with cash only, there are many benefits to
using a credit card, whether you’re earning
cash-back rewards or using your card for the
added protections it offers.
Know your return policies: Retailers tend to
tweak their return policies during the holidays.
While some may extend them, others might
restrict them or increase their restocking fees.
Doorbuster and “final sale” products tend to
have the strictest policies, so be sure you’re
comfortable with a store’s policy before you
buy anything. Also, be sure to ask for and save
your receipts. You never know when you may
need them.
Source: www.tomsguide.com/us/black-fridayshopping-tips,news-26046.html
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emails, text messages, pop-up browser windows and Facebook and Twitter
posts promising fantastic savings. Clicking on links in the messages or
posts could lead to scams, phishing sites or sites distributing malware.
And don’t open attachments in emails promising fantastic deals.
Plan ahead and don’t be rushed: Cyberattacks take but a split second
to occur. Sometimes all that’s required is clicking on a link in an email.
Look for clues to malicious links, such as an extra “.cc” at the end of
what would otherwise be a trusted domain name. Take the time to
make sure you’re on the correct website.
Review credit-card and bank statements regularly during the
shopping season: Malware can infect credit-card readers in stores
and unscrupulous cashiers often steal card numbers as well. If you
find a transaction that doesn’t match your purchases, your account
may have been compromised. If so, contact your bank or card issuer.
9 TIPS TO HELP YOU SHOP SAFELY
ON CYBER MONDAY
Type the phrase “Cyber Monday” into Google and you’ll find links not
only to special Cyber Monday coupons and savings, but also to Cyber
Monday-only sales at some of the largest online retailers. It’s truly
become the Internet’s version of Black Friday. Cyber Monday began
“officially” in 2005 (it was made up by a marketer), but the phenomenon
goes back to the beginning of online shopping, before computers were
a fixture in homes. People would return to work on the Monday after
Thanksgiving and shop from their office computers.
This year, more than 60 percent of American consumers are expected
to shop online on Cyber Monday, although many of us will be shopping
from the comfort of our living-room sofas. Cyber Monday has gone
mobile as well, with about half of online shoppers expected to make
holiday purchases from their smartphones or tablets. Of course, as the
popularity of Cyber Monday grows and the deals get bigger and better,
the risks of shopping online also increase. Cybercriminals love Cyber
Monday too and work hard to get rich off the huge number of people
engaging in online commerce around the holidays. To help shoppers
stay safe and secure on Cyber Monday, here are some tips.
Shop from a secure computer: A computer or Android phone that
isn’t protected by antivirus software is more likely to be compromised
by malware. Otherwise, all data entered into or transmitted from that
phone or computer is at risk, including all forms of personally identifiable
information, credit-card numbers and bank accounts. Be sure
to keep the operating system and all internet-facing apps updated to
the latest software versions.
Don’t use debit cards online: You’ve got far less protection against
fraud on a debit card than you do with a credit card. Stick to credit
cards when shopping online. If you absolutely must use a debit card,
use the prepaid kind with a set spending limit.
Use unique passwords and logon information for every site you
visit: Yes, it’s a pain to remember all those passwords. But if one of them
is stolen, a cybercrook will try using it on other websites. Passwords
should be as long as possible and contain a mix of upper-and lower-case
characters, numbers, punctuation and symbols - and they shouldn’t
be reused, especially for any website that handles your money. If you
have trouble handling them all, use a password manager.
If you’re shopping from a tablet or smartphone on Cyber Monday,
use a trusted vendor’s app, not a web browser: Vendors have more
control over their own apps than they do over mobile browsers, which
often don’t display the web addresses of the sites to which you’re giving
your credit-card information.
Never install software on your mobile device from a website link or
code: Software from locations other than the device’s official “store,”
such as Apple’s iTunes App Store or the Google Play Store, has a greater
chance of being malicious. Even then, check to make sure that the app
developer is the official retailer - a lot of Amazon-related apps in Google
Play have no connection to Amazon.
Source: www.tomsguide.com/us/cyber-monday-safety-tips,review-1956.html
Shop using a secure connection: Data can be at risk during transit if
an attacker controls the network or uses packet-sniffing software. Web
protocols such as HTTPS encrypt communications, but in some advanced
attacks even those could fall to a “man-in-the-middle” attack.
Nonetheless, always look for the HTTPS lock symbol in your browser
address window when performing an online purchase.
Search for deals on retailer sites, not on search engines: Scammers
“poison” search results with malicious or deceptive links. Want that latest
game console? Run a search on the Best Buy, Amazon or GameStop
sites rather than on Google.
Use trusted vendors: Any website can be attacked by hackers, but
limiting your shopping to established and trusted vendors limits your
exposure. Bookmark the most trusted online retail sites to make sure
you don’t get redirected to fakes.
Don’t fall for ‘too-good-to-be-true’ deals: Cyber Monday features
a lot of incredible, legitimate deals offered by trusted mainstream retailers.
But cybercriminals will prey on shoppers’ desire for the lowest
prices and will try to slip in a lot of fake deals. Watch out especially for
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Yummy
Comforting
Soup Recipes
COLD FIGHTING
CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP
Yield: 4-6 servings
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
The most soothing, comforting, cozy soup for the
flu season! Quick/easy to make, you’ll be feeling
better in no time!
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
3 carrots, peeled and diced
2 stalks celery, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
1 tablespoon minced lemongrass
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
5 cups chicken stock
2 bay leaves
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3/4 cup uncooked ditalini pasta
Juice of 1 lemon
Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Directions:
• Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large stockpot or
Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots and
celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about
3-4 minutes. Stir in garlic, ginger, lemongrass, thyme
and rosemary until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
•Whisk in chicken stock, bay leaves and 1 cup
water; bring to a boil. Add chicken; reduce heat
and simmer. Cook, covered, until the chicken is
cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove
chicken and shred, using two forks; set aside.
•Stir in pasta and cook until tender, about
8-10 minutes.
• Stir in chicken and lemon juice; season with
salt and pepper, to taste.
•Serve immediately, garnished with chives,
if desired.
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MEXICAN SOUP
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
4 to 5 cups chicken broth
1 can Ro-Tel tomatoes
1 can stewed tomatoes
2 to 3 cups diced chicken
2½ lb. Velveeta cheese
2 cups cooked rice
salt & pepper
1 Tbsp. garlic powder
Chili pepper seasoning to taste (optional)
SANTA FE SOUP
2 lbs ground beef/ground turkey
1 medium onion diced
1 small can green
2 cans shoepeg corn
1 can kidney beans
1 can pinto beans
1 can black beans
1 can rotel tomatoes
1 can diced tomatoes
2 pkg taco seasoning
2 pkg ranch dressing
2 cups water (Chicken Stock/Beef Stock)
Saute onion and celery; combine
with chicken broth, stewed
tomatoes, and Ro-Tel tomatoes.
Add diced chicken along with
Velveeta cheese; stir well. Add
cooked rice; season to taste with
salt and pepper. Add remaining
seasonings. Simmer for 45 minutes.
Serve with corn bread.
Brown ground beef with onion
in pot to be used for soup. Drain
grease. Empty all undrained
cans of ingredients into the pot
with the beef, add taco seasoning,
ranch dressing and enough
water to make a soup consistency.
It is optional to add cilantro
to taste at this point. allow to
simmer approximately 30 minutes
and serve with sour cream
and cheese.
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Houston Area Events
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.
The Ultimate Christmas Show (abridged) - November 7,
2018-December 23, 2018, Wednesday-Saturday, 7 PM, Saturday-
Sunday Matinee, 2 PM, Stages Repertory Theatre, 3201 Allen
Parkway, Suite 101, Houston, TX 77019, tickets start at $25. It’s
the Annual Holiday Variety Show and Christmas Pageant at St.
Everybody’s Non-Denominational Universalist Church-where all
faiths are welcome because we’ll believe anything! There’s just one
minor problem: none of the acts scheduled to perform have arrived.
Now it’s up to three quick-witted church members to perform the
ENTIRE Variety Show and Christmas Pageant by themselves! An
irreverent yet heartwarming romp through tradition, The Ultimate
Christmas Show (abridged) bursts with festive, slapstick fun as
these cheerfully ridiculous clowns celebrate all of our favorite
holiday traditions-at once.
Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market - November 8-11, 2018,10
AM-8 PM, One NRG Park, general admission $20. Join us in kicking
off the holiday season at the 38 th annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker
Market, the BIGGEST and BEST holiday shopping market in Texas! It
is a one-stop giant pop-up shop featuring hundreds of merchants
from all across the country showcasing unique items for everyone,
including home decor, gourmet food, apparel, accessories, toys, gifts
and much more. Proceeds from each admission and special event
ticket purchased, plus 11% of all the merchandise purchased benefits
Houston Ballet Foundation, its Academy and scholarship programs.
International Quilt Festival - November 8-11, 2018, George R.
Brown Convention Center, admission $9-$50. International Quilt
Festival is the country’s largest quilt show with more than 1,600 quilt
and works of fabric art on display; nearly 1,000 shopping booths for
quilts, fabrics, patterns, books, crafts and jewelry and more than
500 classes for all skill levels and techniques. Hours are Thursday-
Saturday 10 AM-7 PM, Sunday 10 AM-4 PM. If you are enrolled for
a class at Festival, you do NOT need to purchase daily admission
tickets. Your badge serves as entry to the show.
The Galleria’s 30 th Annual Ice Spectacular and Tree Lighting -
November 10, 2018, 6 PM, The Galleria, 5085 Westheimer Road,
Suite. 4850, Houston, TX 77056, admission is FREE. The Galleria will
kick off the holiday season with the lighting of its 55-ft Christmas tree
during the 30 th Annual Ice Spectacular event. Angelica Hale, 11 yearold
runner-up from Season 12 of America’s Got Talent is the featured
performer.
Second Sunday Pickers - November 11 th and December 9 th , 2-4
PM, Jesse H. Jones Park, 20634 Kenswick Drive, Humble, TX 77338,
admission is FREE. Beat the heat and join this musical group that
is celebrating over 30 years of concerts! Sing along, bring your own
instrument, dance or just have fun. Join us as the Second Sunday
Pickers entertain with acoustic music, including country-andwestern,
bluegrass, folk, gospel, Cajun and blues. Visitors of all ages
are welcome.
Astroworld Festival - November 17, 2018, One NRG Park, Houston,
TX 77054. Scott and Scoremore, as well as LiveNation concerts are
ready to give fans a festival in the shadow of the former theme park
residence. Tickets range $89 to $250.
Via Colori Street Festival - November 17-18, 2018, 10 AM-5 PM,
Hermann Square At City Hall, 901 Bagby St., Houston, TX 77002,
admission: $7-$10. Massive Outdoor Art Gallery. Family Festival. Music
Concert. All in one! All roads lead to creativity when over 200 artists
converge on the streets to celebrate the artistic spirit of Houston. The
Via Colori® Street Painting Festival has grown into one of Houston’s
signature art events and it remains the only street painting festival in
the region.
Panto Star Force - November 21, 2018-December 30, 2018,
Wednesday-Saturday, 7 PM, Saturday-Sunday Matinee, 2 PM,
Stages Repertory Theatre, 3201 Allen Parkway, Suite 101, Houston,
TX 77019, tickets start at $25. Panto Star Force is an adventurous,
cosmic blast of blockbuster hilarity! Jed, a farm boy from the planet
Cypress, joins forces with a zany band of space rebels, robots and
furry bartenders (and Buttons, of course!) to stop the powerful
Emperor Snorkelfish and Dark Tater from taking over the galaxy.
Come ready to laugh, cheer and boo in true Panto style, with plenty
of toe-tapping music and intergalactic fun for the whole family!
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.
WITS Performance Poetry for Teens at Levy Park - 1 st Friday of
each month, 7-8:30 PM Levy Park 3801 Eastside, Houston, TX 77098,
admission is FREE. During this monthly workshop for students ages
13 to 19, young writers will craft original poems, meet other young
writers and work with professional performance poets to explore
their creative voices. No registration is required and walk-ins are
welcome.
Open Hangar - WII Aircraft and Museum, 1 st and 3 rd Saturday of
each month, 10 AM-3 PM, West Houston Airport, 18000 Groschke
Rd., Houston, TX 77084. The Houston Wing of the Commemorative
Air Force invites you and your family, friends or group to visit our
Hangar and tour our WWII Aircraft and WWII Museum. Get up close
to our Wing’s 5 flyable WWII military aircraft. Go inside a WWII
Paratroop aircraft and climb into the cockpit of a WWII trainer.
The Commemorative Air Force is a national nonprofit organization
dedicated to preserving, restoring and flying military aircraft so that
younger generations can appreciate the role of military aviation
through history in the defense of our country and the preservation
of our liberties. The CAF welcomes new members of all ages with an
interest in Aviation or WWII History.
Third Thursdays Sip & Stroll - 3 rd Thursday of each month, 5-9
PM, Houston Heights 19th Street, 325 W 19 th St., Houston, TX 77008,
admission is FREE. Pick up complimentary sips along the line of
local shops while you shop boutique clothings, handmade jewelry,
home decor, antique, vintage, local made toiletries and visit our
Eateries for crafted cocktails and delicious local fare!
30 November 2018 | Falcon Ranch Community Newsletter

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.
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.
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interactive temporary public sculpture 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.
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.
Falcon Ranch Community Newsletter | November 2018
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