Highland Trail August 2019

Highland Trails 

Official Newsletter 

August 2019 

TAX FREE WEEKEND 

August 9 th -11 th 

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August 2019 | Highland Trails

19450 Katy Fwy. 

Houston, TX 77094 

IMPORTANT NUMBERS - Highland Trails 

Management Team Contacts 

Andrew Vacek, Community Manager 

Direct Line: 713-329-7117 

Email: avacek@pmghouston.com 

Margie Pingleton, Assistant Community Manager 

Direct Line: 713-329-7152 

Email: mpingleton@pmghouston.com 

Commissioner Steve Radack 281-463-6300 

Street Repairs ( J. Martinez) 281-463-6300 

Harris County - www.co.harris.tx.us 

Emergencies 911 

Precinct 5 Constables 281-463-6666 

Harris County Sheriff Dept. Non-emerg. 281-463-2648 

West I-10 Volunteer Fire Department 281-675-3600 

West I-10 Harris County EMS 281-392-8080 

Poison Control Center 1-800-764-7661 

Toxic Chemical & Oil Spills 1-800-424-8802 

Highway Patrol 713-957-6192 

SCHOOLS 

KISD Administration 281-396-6000 

KISD Transportation 281-396-2700 

Hayes 281-647-3200 

Pattison Elementary 281-237-5450 

McMeans Junior High 281-647-7800 

Taylor High School 281-647-3100 

www.katyisd.org 

MEDICAL 

Katy Memorial Hermann 281-392-1111 

Christus St. Catherine 281-599-5700 

Memorial City Hospital 713-932-3000 

UTILITIES 

Trash: Texas Pride Disposal 281-342-8178 

www.texaspridedisposal.com 

Water/Sewer: Nottingham MUD 832-490-1600 

Emergency Water/Sewer 832-490-1601 

www.ncmud.com 

Center Point Energy (Gas) 713-659-2111 

Leaking gas fire 713-659-3552 

Electricity - Reliant Energy (billing) 713-207-7777 

Center Point Power Outage 713-207-2222 

POST OFFICES Central # 1-800-275-8777 

MISCELLANEOUS 

KISD Tax Office 281-396-6100 

Harris County Animal Control 281-999-3191 

Harris County Mosquitoe Control 713-440-4800 

Harris County Appraisal District 713-957-7800 

Harris Co. Tax Office 713-224-1919 

Harris Co.Appraisal District 713-957-7800 

Texas Dept of Public Safety 713-681-1761 

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Have You Registered With TownSq? 

• Keep track of home modification requests. • Pay your assessments 

online. • Get push notifications for community updates. • HOA 

documents, applications, forms. • Pavilion rentals. • Access card 

information and request form. • Report lost pets. • Report issue or 

concern to management. Visit: https://app.townsq.io/login or contact 

PMG Houston if you need assistance with registration. 

Annual Assessments Reminder 

Please make a payment on your 2019 Annual Assessment as soon as 

possible if you have not already done so. If you have not received your 

statement you should contact Margie Pingleton at 713-329-7152 or 

mpingleton@pmghouston.com or go to https://app.townsq.io/login to 

register to view your balance. PMG sends the statements and collects this 

assessment for Highland Trails HOA. The assessment is due January 1 st of 

each year and if not paid by January 31 st , PMG implements a collection 

procedure for pursuing delinquent accounts, which is a part of the 

management contract with the association. For each month an assessment 

or any portion thereof, remains unpaid, it is subject to interest and a $20 

administrative charge is added to the delinquent owner’s account. Unpaid 

accounts are subject to reporting to the credit bureau, filing an affidavit 

of lien against the property and may result in foreclosure of the property. 

Any owner who is unable to pay the assessment when due is encouraged 

to contact PMG immediately before the assessment becomes late to make 

payment arrangements. Please refer to your Association’s documents for 

further information regarding the annual assessment. These documents 

can be found on the TownSq website/application. 

Deed Restrictions 

Inspections are done roughly once a month by PMG Houston and if you 

have received a letter or have any concerns about maintenance, please 

reach out to the Management Team. 

Trash Cans 

After pick-up, all garbage cans must be stored out of public view or you are 

in violation of the Deed Restrictions. Trash is picked up days are Mondays 

& Thursdays. The complete set of rules for trash/recycling is listed at the 

Texas Pride Disposal website: www.texaspridedisposal.com/collectionguidelines.html. 

Teenage Job Seekers 

If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the 

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

krenekprinting.com, click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with 

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

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

want on your form. Please make sure your email is correct, we send 

emails in the summer to make sure all the info is still good and that you 

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

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

DISCLAIMER: 

Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those listed 

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

if you do not personally know those listed. This is just a list of teenagers 

from the subdivision who wish to find part time jobs. Responsibility for 

any work done by these teenagers is between those seeking helpers and 

the teens and their parents. 

CODE KEY: B - BABYSITTING, CPR - CPR CERT., FAC - FIRST AID CERT., 

RCC - RED CROSS CERT., SS - SAFE SITTER, SL - SWIM LESSONS, PP 

- PET/PLANT SITTER, P - PET CARE ONLY, H - HOUSE CARE, L - LAWN 

CARE, C- CAR CARE/DETAILING, T - TUTORING 

No available teenage job seekers at this time - have your teen send in 

their information. 


Recipes & Gardening Tips 

Dark Chocolate And Cinnamon 

Frozen Custard 

You could make this on 

National Frozen Custard Day August 8th! 

INGREDIENTS: 

2 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream 

1/2 cup milk 

3/4 cup white sugar 

2 tablespoons unsweetened dark cocoa powder 

1 ounce high-quality dark chocolate (85%), finely chopped 

5 egg yolks 

1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, plus more for dusting 

DIRECTIONS: 

Whisk cream, milk, sugar and cocoa powder in a saucepan over 

medium heat until the mixture is thoroughly combined and the sugar 

has dissolved. Bring almost to a simmer and stir in dark chocolate 

until melted. Whisk egg yolks into the cream mixture and cook until 

batter is slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a container, 

cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 6 hours. 

Stir cinnamon into chilled custard batter and freeze in an ice cream 

machine following manufacturer’s instructions. Sprinkle frozen 

custard with more cinnamon to serve. 

Source: http://allrecipes.com 

Creamsicle Punch 

You could make this on National Creamsicle Day August 14th! 

INGREDIENTS: 

2 cups ginger ale, chilled 

2 cups orange soda, chilled 

1/2 cup milk 

4 scoops orange sherbet 

4 scoops vanilla ice cream 

DIRECTIONS: 

Stir ginger ale, orange soda and milk together in a pitcher. 

Divide orange sherbet and vanilla ice cream equally between 4 

glasses. Pour ginger ale mixture over ice cream into each glass. 

Source: http://allrecipes.com/ 

Garden Tips 

For August 

• Time now to make plans for fall landscaping projects. 

• Clean up flowerbeds of fallen foliage, yellowed leaves 

and dead wood. Light green leaves may signify lack of 

iron (chlorosis). Correct with iron cheleates. 

• Cut off old dead foliage on irises. Scratch in a little 

bone meal around the roots. 

• Prune roses to reshape and groom plants for fall 

growth. 

• Wait until November to plant petunias and pansies. 

• Chinch bug damage is obvious now. You will have 

areas of thin and/or dead turf where they weren’t 

brought under control. There is a new generation going 

now. This batch causes the most damage. Use Dursban 

to stop the damage. 

• Until the weather gets back to the 80’s, St. Augustine 

grass grows slowly. If you fill in with sod, don’t expect a 

fast turnaround. The sod may look like it’s not growing 

while it puts down roots. You will need to water the 

new sod often and deeply to get it started but this also 

creates a disease environment. Water early so the sun 

can dry the turf. 

• Now is a good time to work new beds. Till them up, 

add organic material, mix it in, then let them cure for 

a month or so. Add in any amendments like micronutrients. 

Keep the beds moist so the microorganisms 

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What's Happening 

Around the 

Community 

Craft Shows/Festivals 

ST PAUL’S FALL FESTIVAL & CRAFT SHOW 

OCTOBER 5, 2019, 9 AM-4 PM 

5373 Franz Road, Katy, Texas 77449 

Free Admission!!! Shopping, Children’s Activities, Petting Zoo and food! 

Bring the entire family and friends for a fun filled day! Vendors contact 

Mary at saintpaulschurch@charter.net. 

Katy Shred Day 

September 21 st , 9 AM-12 Noon 

McDonald’s of Spring Green, 27140 Cinco Ranch Blvd. Katy, TX 77494 

Bring bags or boxes of outdated business or personal files, paper and 

magazines for shredding. 

*A minimum of $5-$10 donation per container.* 

All proceeds benefit Impact A Hero! Impact A Hero provides immediate 

and ongoing support for our Heroes: wounded and disabled, post 9/11 

combat veterans and their families. For more information or to join the 

mailing list, visit www.ImpactAHero.org. 

Spread the word! Tell a friend! Questions: call/text 281-844-6285 or visit 

www.KatyShredDays.com. 

CAMPS 

THE ARC OF KATY’S SUMMER DAY PROGRAM! THE 

TIME TO ENROLL IS NOW! 

The Arc of Katy is currently taking applications for three Summer 

Program sessions for teens and adults with intellectual and development 

disabilities who are at least 16 years of age and meet the program’s 

minimum requirements. 

The Day Program will be held Monday through Friday, weekly, from 8 

AM-3 PM at The Arc of Katy, 5819 Tenth Street, Suite C, Katy, Texas 77493. 

Three Sessions are being held this Summer: 

Session 3… July 29-August 16, 2019 

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

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

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

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

receive an Arc of Katy t-shirt. For more information and forms, call 832- 

754-9802 or please visit www.thearcofkaty.org. 

SUMMER CAMPS AT THE LAB 

Every week day thru August 30, 2019 

Idea Lab Kids-Spring Branch Campus, 8404 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 

77024 

IDEA Lab Kids provides STEAM (STEM + Arts) camps ranging from Cooking 

School, Robotics, Drones, 3D Printing, Art Studio, Coding Programming, 

Movie Production, Engineering and Science. Campers learn through 

inquisitive hands-on activities utilizing Science, Math, Critical thinking 

Skills and a great deal of IMAGINATION! Camp Options: Full Day, Half 

Day plus optional extended hours for before and after camp care. Camp 

age groups: Preschool - Lower Elementary - Upper Elementary - Middle 

School. Contact 713-463-5062 for more info. 

Vendors Needed 

Westland Baptist Church is will be having its 3 rd annual Craft Show 

October 5, 2019, 10 AM-4 PM. If you are interested in becoming a vendor, 

contact Martha Wells at westlandcraftshow@gmail.com for information. 

Gingerbread Village Holiday Market 

Accepting Vendors 

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

Gingerbread Village Holiday Market on October 26, 2019. Vendor 

applications are still being accepted. If you have arts, crafts, products, 

etc. that you would like to showcase, please contact gingerbreadvillage@ 

yahoo.com and for more information!! 

THEATER/ARTS 

THE LANDING THEATRE COMPANY 

Stages Repertory Theatre, 

3201 Allen Parkway, Suite 101, Houston, Texas 77019 

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A.D PLAYERS AT THE GEORGE THEATER 

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STUART LITTLE - THE MUSICAL: August 9 th -11 th 

Box Office: 713-526-2721 

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STAGEWORKS THEATRE 

MAMA MIA: July 19-August 11, 2019 

Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM 

Sunday matinees at 3 PM 

Stageworks Theatre is located at 10760 Grant Road, Houston, Texas 

77070. Website: www.stageworkshouston.org. 

Hey Lollies Square Dance Club 

The Hey Lollies Square Dance Club invites everyone to its “Free 

Introduction to Square Dance - Fun Night” September 5 th at 7:30 PM 

at Memorial Drive Christian Church (11750 Memorial Drive). Visit www. 

heylollies.org. 

Friendship in Motion - Introducing Modern Square Dance: Come 

experience fun and fellowship as you learn some basics of modern 

square dancing with the Hey Lollies Square Dance Club. 


• No prior dancing experience is needed. 

• Dress cool and casual. 

• Make new friends while having a great time and exercising. 

Email fun.night@heylollies.org or visit www.heylollies.org for details. Get 

off the couch and away from the computer to discover the best secret in 

town! 

FREE SENIOR HEALTH FAIR EVENT 

- PUBLIC WELCOME 

Heritage Grand, an active 55+ community in Cinco Ranch south of Katy, is 

hosting a free Senior Health Fair on Monday, September 16, 2019 from 

1-4 PM. The event will take place at the Heritage Grand Clubhouse located 

at 25125 N. Heritage Grand Circle in Katy, 77494. Featured exhibitors will 

include a variety of physicians and specialists, home health and home 

care providers and many other senior-related services or organizations. 

For more information about the free Heritage Grand Senior Health Fair, 

please contact Marita Foreman at hghealthfair.com. 

Katy Chamber B2B Expo Hits the 

Mark for Business 

‘Unique opportunity,’ ‘educational,’ ‘great networking event,’ ‘fun,’ ‘wellorganized,’ 

‘a success,’ ‘informative’… not a bad list of descriptions for 

any event! And, yet, those were some of the comments from participants 

about the first Katy Area Chamber of Commerce Business to Business 

(B2B) Expo, an event that featured 43 exhibitors and 200 attendees. 

Thanks to its success, the Katy Chamber’s B2B Expo probably will land on 

the radar for many businesses looking to grow, network and learn about 

Katy area businesses. The B2B Expo was held May 16 th at the Wyndham 

Houston West - Energy Corridor and organized by Chamber Board of 

Directors Margaret Laney and Cristy Fontanilla. The expo included an array 

of companies, products and services such as lending facilities, hospitals, 

jewelers, the Katy YMCAs, internet companies, graphic designers, storage 

facilities, marketers, restaurants, higher education, non-profits and many 

more. Attendees could visit business exhibits to network, make connections 

and learn how the products/services can assist their own businesses. 

The event also featured an information-packed luncheon that provided 

valuable intelligence on access to capital issues (provided by the US Small 

Business Association) and procurement/purchasing tips from a panel featuring 

some the area’s largest employers: Katy ISD, BP, Houston Community College 

and Houston Methodist West Hospital. All told, the four-hour B2B Expo/ 

luncheon seemed to provide the right balance of networking and information. 

For Information about the Katy Area Chamber of Commerce and its B2B 

Expo, contact Matthew Ferraro, President/CEO, at 281-391-5289. 

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Katy Independent School District 

www.katyisd.org 

August 14th: First Day of Fall Semester 

2019-2020 

REGISTRATION DATES & TIMES 

ALL REGISTRATION TIMES ARE 8 AM-12 PM UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED 

NOTE: Parents/authorized adults must first electronically register their 

child by going to www.katyisd.org/registration and selecting New 

Student Registration. This process may be done from any computer or 

hand-held device after Monday, July 15, 2019. Parents/authorized adults 

are still required to go to the appropriate campus during the dates and 

times specified below to complete the registration process. Parents who 

arrive after the scheduled ending time will be asked to return on the next 

scheduled registration day to finalize registration. 

FIRST SEMESTER CAMPUS REGISTRATION 

Thursday, August 1, 2019: K-12 Registration 

Friday, August 2, 2019: Grades 6-12 & PreK Registration ONLY 

Monday, August 5, 2019: K-12 Registration 

Thursday, August 8, 2019: Jr. High Orientation (See campus schedule 

for detailed info) 

Friday, August 9, 2019: K-12 Registration 

Monday, August 12, 2019: K-12 Registration 

Monday, August 12, 2019: Elementary Meet the Teacher (See campus 

schedule for detailed info) 

Wednesday, August 14, 2019: First Day of School - Registration begins 

at 10 AM (PreK-12) 

KATY ISD OPENS BUS DRIVING PARENTS PROGRAM 

With a nationwide shortage of bus drivers, the demand for field trip 

drivers is at an all-time high. To combat this problem, Katy Independent 

School District is inviting parents, grandparents and guardians of District 

students to apply to become a BDP - Bus Driving Parent. 

“Whether you’re saving for your child’s college fund, looking to 

supplement your income or just want to play a crucial part in our Katy 

ISD community, this is your opportunity,” said Executive Director of Katy 

ISD Transportation Department Dr. Bill Wood. “Best of all you choose 

when you work,” added Wood. 

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Bus Driving Parents will have the opportunity to further their role 

in their student’s education and drive their student’s school on field 

trips. BDP’s will be vetted and trained through Katy ISD, as well as 

be compensated for the time they drive. Once they’ve earned their 

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), completed training and earned 

driving hours, BDP’s will be able to drive students to field trips as 

often as they want. While the training upfront can take time, Bus 

Driving Parents will help to provide an incredible service to the 

district and expand learning experiences for students. To apply and 

get more information, visit http://bit.ly/RollWithKatyISD. 

TWENTY-FOUR KATY ISD SCHOOLS EARN 

TEXAS HONOR ROLL DISTINCTION 

What better way for Katy Independent School District to end the 

2018-19 school year! Out of its 65 campuses, Katy ISD is proud to 

announce that 24 of its schools were named a Texas Honor Roll 

School by the Educational Results Partnership (ERP). 

The 2018-19 Texas Honor Roll includes: 

Elementary: Alexander, Creech, Griffin, Holland, Kilpatrick, 

Randolph, Shafer, Stanley, Williams, Wilson and Wolman. 

Junior High: Beck, Beckendorff, Katy, McMeans, Memorial Parkway, 

Seven Lakes, Tays and WoodCreek. 

High School: Cinco Ranch, Mayde Creek, Seven Lakes, Taylor and 

Tompkins. 

After an extensive analysis of student data, ERP found that these Katy 

ISD schools were clear leaders in getting students to grade level and 

beyond. The 2018-19 Texas Honor Roll recognizes public elementary, 

middle and high schools that consistently demonstrate high levels of 

student academic achievement, improvement in student outcomes 

over time and a closing of the achievement gaps. For high schools, 

the Texas Honor Roll recognition includes measures of college 

readiness. This year, the program recognized 855 higher performing 

schools across the state. These schools become an accepted 

example to other school districts seeking to learn and replicate the 

best practices employed at these campuses. Katy ISD schools will be 

provided with a banner to display at their campus. 

BACK TO SCHOOL 

TAX FREE WEEKEND 2019 

When Is Tax Free Weekend? 

The 2019 Tax Free Days vary by state, each state sets its own dates as well 

as the items that are available to purchase tax free. Most categories also 

have a limit of value per item purchased which is something you should 

be aware of before shopping. The tax free weekend for Texas is August 

9 th -11 th . 

Here is a general list of the items included: School Supplies, Backpacks, 

Clothing, Jackets, Computers, Laptops and Printers. 

Tax Free Online Shopping Days 

Most large retailers like Walmart, Amazon & Target should be included in 

tax free weekend. That means you can shop online tax free! This may not 

apply to smaller retailers who typically don’t collect tax in all states, look 

for special ads and advertisements during the tax free days to know if an 

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IT’S SCHOOL TIME AGAIN! 

You’re probably feeling excited and maybe a little sad that summer is 

over. Some kids feel nervous or a little scared on the first day of school 

because of all the new things: new teachers, new friends and maybe even 

a new school. Luckily, these “new” worries only stick around for a little 

while. Let’s find out more about going back to school. 

Most teachers kick off the school year by introducing themselves and 

talking about all the stuff you’ll be doing that year. Some teachers give 

students a chance to tell something about themselves to the rest of the 

class. When teachers do the talking on the first day, they often go over 

classroom rules so you’ll know what’s allowed and what’s not. Pay close 

attention so you’ll know if you need to raise your hand to ask a question 

and what the rules are about visiting the restroom. 

You might already know a lot of kids in your classes on the first day. 

But it’s a great day to make a new friend, so try to say hello to kids you 

know and new ones that you don’t. Make the first move and you’ll be 

glad you did and so will your new friend! Sixth grade often signals a move 

to middle school or junior high, where you’ll find lockers and maybe a 

homeroom. This is just what it sounds like a classroom you’ll go to each 

morning, kind of like your home in the school. In middle school, you 

might move from classroom to classroom for each subject. Your teachers 

know that this is a big change from elementary school and will help you 

adjust. Most teachers let you pick your own seat on the first day, but by 

the second or third morning, they’ll have mapped out a seating plan. 

At first, it’s a good idea to write down where your seat is in your notebook 

so you don’t forget. Seeing friends you haven’t seen in a while can 

make the first day a good one. You also can make the day feel special 

by wearing an outfit you like. Maybe you got a great T-shirt on vacation 

or your new sneakers put a spring in your step. If you wear a uniform, 

you might wear a favorite watch, a new hair band or a piece of jewelry 

to show your personal style. It can make you feel good to be prepared 

and have all the supplies you need. Some schools distribute supply lists 

before the year begins, so you can come stocked up on pencils, folders 

and whatever else you’ll be needing. Once you’ve covered the basics, 

you might tuck an extra few dollars in your backpack for an emergency 

(like forgetting your lunch money). Or maybe you’d like to bring along a 

book or magazine to read while you’re on the bus. Whatever you put in 

your backpack, make sure you pack it the night before. This prevents the 

morning panic when you can’t find your homework or lunch box. 

Speaking of lunch, that’s something else that can help you feel good at school 

whether it’s the first day or the 100 th day. Help your parents pack it the night 

before if you don’t like what’s on the menu at the cafeteria. Try to include a 

variety of foods in your packed lunch, especially fruits and vegetables. 

The first day of school is your first chance to find your way around a new 

school or learn the pathways to new classes in your old school. It’s a lot to 

learn in one day, so don’t be surprised if you need a reminder or two. It might 

help to write a few notes to yourself, so you’ll remember the important stuff, 

like your locker combination and that lunch starts at 11:43 AM, not 12:10 

PM. Before you know it, your fingers will fly as you open your locker and you 

won’t have to check your notes to know what time lunch starts! What if you 

hate school by the end of day one? Teachers recommend giving things some 

time to sort themselves out once you know your way around the building 

and get adjusted to the new routine, you’ll probably feel better. If those 

feelings don’t fade, talk to your mom, dad, teacher or school counselor. 


Here are a few final tips for a fantastic school year: 

• Get enough sleep. 

• Eat a healthy breakfast. 

• Try your best. 

• Use good work habits, like writing down your assignments and turning 

in your homework on time. 

• Take your time with school work. If you don’t understand something, 

ask the teacher. 

• Keep a sense of humor. One teacher we know shows his new students 

a picture of himself graduating high school a grinning ape in a red 

graduation cap and gown. This usually makes the kids laugh and it’s 

a good way to remind them that school is fun! Questions or feedback 

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By: Janelle Cox 

Back to school time is always a big transition, not only for children but 

for parents. 

While children are filled with excitement and first-day jitters, parents are 

filled with thoughts of “Am I prepared enough?” To help eliminate these 

thoughts and help you and your child prepare for the new school year, 

all you need is a little organization and forethought. Here are 10 back 

to school tips to kick-start the new year and get you prepared for a fresh 

start. 

1. Get back into your sleep routine. To help eradicate those stressful 

school mornings, set up a regular bedtime and morning time routine to 

help prepare your child for school. Begin your usual school sleep routine 

about a week or so before school starts. 

2. Shop for school supplies together. To get your child excited about 

starting a new grade, shop for supplies together. Allow them to pick out 

their own backpack, lunchbox, etc. This is a great way to give them a little 

bit of responsibility too! 

3. Re-establish school routines. Have your child practice getting back 

into the rhythm of their daily school routine. You can do this by having 

them wake up at the same time every day and eat around the same time 

they would at school. About a week or so before school starts, plan a 

few outside activities where your child will have to leave and come home 

around the same time they would if they were in school. This will help 

them be rested and ready for the big day. 

4. Set up a homework station. Sit down with your child and together 

designate a time and place where he can do his homework each day. This 

can be somewhere quiet like in the den or even in the kitchen while you 

are preparing dinner. Make sure to choose a time where you are available 

in case your child needs your help. 

5. Prepare for the unexpected. Working parents know that it can be 

difficult to find a sitter when your child is sick. Before school even begins, 

it’s a good idea to have a sitter already lined up in case you get that phone 

call home from the nurse saying your child is ill. 

6. Make an after-school game plan. Make a plan for where your child will 

go after school lets out for the day. Depending upon the age of your child, 

figure out if they will go to a neighbor’s house, an afterschool program 

or be allowed to stay home by themselves. This will help eliminate any 

confusion during the first few weeks. 

7. Turn off the TV and video games. For a lot of children summertime is 

filled with endless video games and TV programs. Children are usually 

in shock when they begin school and realize that six hours of their day 

is going to spent learning and not playing games and watching TV. Ease 

your child into the learning process by turning off the electrics and 

encouraging them to read or play quietly. 

8. Review school material and information. For most parents, schools 

send home a packet with a ton of information regarding their child’s 

new teacher, important dates to remember, emergency forms and 

transportation routines. Make sure that you read through this information 

carefully and mark down all important dates on your calendar. 

9. Get organized. The best way to prepare for back to school time is to 

be organized. With school comes a massive amount of paperwork, 

which can consume your household. Designate a spot in your house 

for homework, permission slips and any other school-related papers. 

This can help eliminate all of that paper clutter and make your life less 

stressful. 

10. Get your child’s yearly checkup. School and germs go hand in hand, 

so it’s best to get your child’s yearly checkup before school even starts. 

Get any required vaccinations and ask your pediatrician the best ways 

your child can stay healthy throughout the school year. 

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KATY/FULSHEAR/WEST HOUSTON 

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

ages 4 to 18 for the FALL Season. Games start on October 12, 2019. FFPS 

is a non-profit youth soccer program dedicated to providing a positive 

youth sports experience for all children. Founded in 1986 in Katy, Texas, 

FFPS has grown to 22 leagues and 16,000 players throughout the Greater 

Houston area. FFPS offers children a fun and fair experience, including 

one practice per week, a full uniform and trophy for every player, equal 

playing time and play every position, co-ed/balanced teams, positive 

coaching and more. No tryouts are required. 

Online Registration schedule and fees (sign up early and save): 

Through August 28 th : $122 

August 29 th through September 25 th : $127 

September 26 th until teams full: $132 

Go to www.FFPS.org to sign up. Registration fee includes a full uniform 

(jersey, shorts and socks), trophy, trained positive coaches, nice fields 

and background checks on all volunteers. 

Coaches will call players to schedule practice by October 8 th . Practice 

times and location will be determined by the coach and team. The 

schedule includes eight games, played locally on Saturdays, October 

12 th to December 7 th . Our Katy league plays at George Bush Park - FFPS 

Soccer Complex (20150 Westheimer Parkway). Our Fulshear League 

plays at Huggins Elementary (No. 1 Huggins Dr). Our West Houston 

League plays at Westside High School (14201 Briar Forest). For more 

information, map of all locations or to sign up, visit www.FFPS.org or call 

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JUNIOR HURRICANES SOCCER LEAGUE (JHSL) 

The Junior Hurricanes Soccer League (JHSL) is led by professional United 

States Soccer Federation (USSF) licensed staff and is designed for boys 

& girls who want to play and have fun in a safe and developmentally 

appropriate environment. The JHSL program is being offered at multiple 

locations and in conjunction with CFSA at the Schiel Road Complex. 

To learn more about each location and to register, please visit www. 

albionhurricanes.org. Season begins in September! 

For those wishing only to train, join us in Katy for AHFC Friday Night 

Academy. Visit Katy Youth Soccer to register for this Friday Fun Program. 

AHFC is proud to partner with New Territory and offer New Territory 

Thursday Night Academy, a 5-week Skills Program. 

Email us at jhsl@albionhurricanes.org for more information or questions. 

Office Phone: 713-939-7473. 

WEST HOUSTON RUGBY CLUB 

West Houston Rugby Club offers excellent opportunities for players of 

all ages from minis to adults to participate in one of America’s fastest 

growing sports. Our coaches are fully accredited with USA Rugby and 

include former European premiership players. We are a not for profit club 

with a mission to provide outstanding club management, a fun social 

environment and the feeling of a rugby family. Registration is now open 

for the 2018 season at www.westhoustonrugby.com. Enquiries may be 

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SCOUTS 

BROWNIE GS TROOP OPENINGS FOR 2ND GRADE GIRLS-KATY WIDE 

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. 

WE’RE GIRL SCOUTS OF THE USA 

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Low. On March 12, 1912, in Savannah, Georgia, she organized the very first Girl Scout troop and every year since, we’ve honored her vision and legacy, 

building girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. Chartered by GSUSA to provide Girl Scouting locally, Girl Scouts 

of San Jacinto Council, a United Way agency, is one of the largest Girl Scout councils in the country serving more than 53,000 girl members and 17,000 

adults in 26 southeast Texas counties. We’re the preeminent leadership development organization for girls and we offer every girl a chance to practice 

a lifetime of leadership, adventure and success. To volunteer, reconnect, donate or join, call 1-800-392-4340 or visit www.gssjc.org. 

GIRL SCOUT GOLD AWARD WINNERS 

Nora Britton, a James E. Taylor High School 

junior, has become a Gold Award Girl Scout. She 

led various groups in creating hands-on activities 

and clothing related to Texas history at the 

Outdoor Learning Center for Katy Independent 

School District students. Britton plans to attend a 

four-year university and later complete a master’s 

degree in occupational therapy. 

Katrina Mohindroo, a James E. Taylor 

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Award Girl Scout. Mohindroo addressed 

the need for child friendly hurricane 

information by creating a series of four 

ten-minute videos. She plans to attend 

The University of Texas at Austin and 

study mechanical engineering. 

Prachi Shah, James E. Taylor High 

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completing an additional 10 merit badges in addition to the 21 required 

to Eagle. Troop 73 is proud of Russell’s accomplishments. 

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA TROOP 418 - 

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For the first time in its 100+ year history, the iconic program of the Boy 

Scouts of America will be open to young women, giving girls from ages 11-17 

the same experience that boys have traditionally enjoyed. Scouts BSA Troop 

418 is a new girl-led unit, meeting at Trinity Baptist Church on Spring Green 

on Mondays 7:30-8:30 PM. We are looking to grow our troop and would love 

to have you join us! For more information contact us at scoutsbsatroop418@ 

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SCOUT IT OUT AND COME 

JOIN CUB SCOUTS WITH PACK 353! 

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Pack 353 has been keeping the Scout spirit alive since 1982. With over 60 scouts 

and 20 dynamic leaders, we are gearing up for a fun-filled year with a wide 

variety of activities that help boys develop leadership skills, build character, 

strengthen communication skills and demonstrate good citizenship. Boys 

entering first through fifth grades are welcome to join us anytime throughout 

the year. If you would like more information on joining Cub Scouts and 

participating in our summertime activities, please contact our Cubmaster 

Randy Barras at: 353katy@gmail.com. Keeping it fun. Doing our best. 

L-R: Scoutmaster Paul Stirrup, Reverend John Davis, Charter 

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SCOUT TROOP 73 CELEBRATES 25 YEARS 

Scout Troop 73 celebrated their 25 th anniversary on June 3 rd with their 

Chartered Organization, Memorial Lutheran Church in Katy, TX. Scoutmaster 

Paul Stirrup presented handmade appreciation gifts to Reverend John 

Davis and the Troop’s Charter Representative, Glenn Hansen. Troop 73 

was founded in 1994 with 9 Scouts. Currently, Troop 73 has over 65 Scouts 

working on character development and learning how to leave a positive 

impact in their community. The Troop has produced more than 60 Eagle 

Scouts throughout the past 25 years. Their Eagle scouts have worked 

on numerous projects over the years to leave a legacy in Katy. Troop 73 

has had 5 Scoutmasters since forming. The first leader was Neal Cooper, 

followed by Dan Welsh, Paul Hattermann, Ricky Nietsche and the current 

leader Paul Stirrup. Troop 73 looks forward to the next 25 years. 

HOMESCHOOL 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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‘Unique opportunity,’ ‘educational,’ ‘great networking event,’ ‘fun,’ ‘wellorganized,’ 

‘a success,’ ‘informative’… not a bad list of descriptions for 

any event! And, yet, those were some of the comments from participants 

about the first Katy Area Chamber of Commerce Business to Business 

(B2B) Expo, an event that featured 43 exhibitors and 200 attendees. 

Thanks to its success, the Katy Chamber’s B2B Expo probably will land on 

the radar for many businesses looking to grow, network and learn about 

Katy area businesses. The B2B Expo was held May 16 th at the Wyndham 

Houston West - Energy Corridor and organized by Chamber Board of 

Directors Margaret Laney and Cristy Fontanilla. The expo included an 

array of companies, products and services such as lending facilities, 

hospitals, jewelers, the Katy YMCAs, internet companies, graphic 

designers, storage facilities, marketers, restaurants, higher education, 

non-profits and many more. Attendees could visit business exhibits to 

network, make connections and learn how the products/services can 

assist their own businesses. 

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valuable intelligence on access to capital issues (provided by the US 

Small Business Association) and procurement/purchasing tips from a 

panel featuring some the area’s largest employers: Katy ISD, BP, Houston 

Community College and Houston Methodist West Hospital. All told, the 

four-hour B2B Expo/luncheon seemed to provide the right balance of 

networking and information. 

For Information about the Katy Area Chamber of Commerce and its B2B 

Expo, contact Matthew Ferraro, President/CEO, at 281-391-5289. 

AUGUST IS NATIONAL EYE EXAM MONTH 

Healthy vision is part of overall health. Deteriorating vision can be an 

early indicator of other health issues. Getting vision exams on a regular 

schedule helps doctors to identify issues in their early stages. 

Check with your optometrist to see when you are due for a comprehensive 

vision exam. If you are experiencing symptoms, be sure to make an 

appointment as soon as possible. 

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to prevent and control a number of infectious diseases, as well as chronic 

diseases caused by “infectious agents.” Vaccinating your child can avoid 

suffering and death associated with afflictions like diarrhea, measles, 

pneumonia, polio and whooping cough. The American Academy of 

Pediatrics says vaccines are 99% effective. Every vaccine goes through 

a series of tests before being approved to ensure safety. Vaccines are 

necessary to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. Some diseases 

that many had thought eradicated have reappeared, as polio did in 

Venezuela in 2018. Vaccines are studied intensively by the FDA, the CDC 

and many other organizations that vigilantly in keep watch over existing 

vaccines for possible complications. 

Herd immunity is when a certain percent of immunized people in a 

community reaches a level where everyone (including those who are 

too young or too sick to be immunized) get some degree of protection. 

It’s important that as many people as possible get immunized. It’s very 

risky to the health of other children to rely on herd immunity to protect 

your non-immunized child. By forgetting or opting to skip booster 

vaccinations, you are undercutting the effectiveness of herd immunity 

for both your own family and the community at large. 


NATIONAL DAYS IN AUGUST 

Did you know that every month has some sort of National Day, week 

or even the whole month is a National month? Some could be used to 

plan a fun day with the family or create a project for the kids on a rainy 

afternoon or maybe just start an interesting discussion! Here is a partial 

list (there are many more) of what we found for the month of August: 

August 1 st : National Girlfriends Day 

August 2 nd : National Coloring Book Day 

August 3 rd : National Watermelon Day 

August 4 th : National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day 

August 5 th : National Underwear Day 

August 6 th : National Root Beer Float Day 

August 7 th : Purple Heart Day 

August 8 th : National Happiness Happens Day 

August 9 th : National Book Lovers Day 

August 10 th : National Lazy Day 

August 11 th : National Son’s and Daughter’s Day 

August 12 th : National Vinyl Record Day 

August 13 th : National Left-Handers Day 

August 14 th : National Creamsicle Day 

August 15 th : National Lemon Meringue Pie Day 

August 16 th : National Tell a Joke Day 

August 17 th : National I Love My Feet Day! 

August 18 th : National Ice Cream Pie Day 

August 19 th : National Aviation Day 

August 20 th : National Radio Day 

August 21 st : National Spumoni Day 

August 22 nd : National Tooth Fairy Day 

August 23 rd : National Ride The Wind Day 

August 24 th : National Peach Pie Day 

August 25 th : National Kiss and Make Up Day 

August 26 th : National Dog Day 

August 27 th : National Just Because Day 

August 28 th : National Cherry Turnovers Day 

August 29 th : National Chop Suey Day 

August 30 th : National Grief Awareness Day 

August 31 st : National Matchmaker Day 

AUGUST MONTHLY OBSERVATIONS 

National Wellness Month, Family Fun Month, National Catfish Month, 

National Eye Exam Month, National Golf Month, National Peach Month, 

National Water Quality Month, Romance Awareness Month, National 

Sandwich Month, National Goat Cheese Month 

NATIONAL GOLF MONTH 

During National Golf Month in August, golfers are encouraged to share 

their experience and bring new golfers to the greens. August is the time 

when courses offer discounts and when the driving ranges become a 

flurry of activity. Drivers and practice greens get a workout while during 

the height of the golfing season. 

The modern game of golf may have originated in 15th century Scotland, 

but it has a solid hold in the United States and around the world. The 

oldest tournament takes place in Ayrshire, Scotland at Prestwick Golf 

Club. 

Whether played as a team sport or individual, National Golf Month 

challenges us to take the time to show someone new to the sport 

everything they need to know to get started. Whether it’s just addressing 

the tee or putting or picking the right club, every new golfer needs 

someone to guide them along the way. 

The Professional Golfers’ Association of America (PGA) founded 

National Golf Month in 1993 promoting the sport as family accessible 

and open to all ages, genders and skill levels. The celebration grew 

out of their charity event, National Golf Day, which takes place on a 

different day every year. 

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CUB SCOUTS! 

Interested in Cub Scouts for your K-5th grade boys and girls? 

Email Mike Weatherwax to learn more about Pack 209’s 

exciting scouting program! We promote: 

• Character Development/Respectful Relationships 

• Good Citizenship, Friendly Service 

• Sportsmanship, Fitness and Adventure 

• Curiosity, Interest, Exposure to New Activities - FUN! 

Enrollment begins August 14, 2019 

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Sewer Camera Inspection and Drain Cleaning 

Garbage Disposal and Faucet • Water Heater • Repipe 

Sewer Repair • Pipe Repair • Toilet Installation 

ONE CALL DOES IT ALL! 

40 Gal. Water Heater Install $1050* 

*Cannot be combined with any other offers 


Houston Area Road Trips 

Houston Roller Derby - August 3, 2019, 7 PM, Revention Music Center, 

520 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX 77002. Tickets purchased directly from 

https://houstonrollerderby.com will be available for pick up at the HRD 

Will Call table beginning at 4 PM on the day of the event in the Box Office 

lobby. Doors open at 6 PM. Each bout has two 30 minute periods with 

breaks in between. All home bouts are double headers. Get there early to 

ensure the best seating! Houston Roller Derby is a family-friendly event. 

Kids ages 5 and under attend for free! 

All About That Bubbly - August 15, 2019, 6-10 PM, Houston Zoo, 6200 

Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030. Admission: $35. Did someone 

say bubbly party? Come and enjoy your favorite champagne or prosecco 

while relaxing at the Houston Zoo’s beautiful Reflection Pool! Activities 

include a live ice carving show, photo booth fun and opportunities to see 

animals up close! 

I’ll Be Single Before I Settle - August 17, 2019, 6:30-8:30 PM, Match- 

Midtown Arts & Theater Center Houston, 3400 Main St., Houston, TX 

77373. Admission: $25. I’ll Be Single Before I Settle is a stageplay about 

four college friends who rekindle an old college bet to see who can find 

true love first. Unexpectedly, a traumatic event occurs forcing the friends 

to walk in their truth. This play brings awareness to domestic violence. 

33 rd Annual AIA Sandcastle Competition - August 24, 2019, 10 

AM-5 PM, East Beach, 1923 Boddeker Drive, Galveston, TX 77550. Free 

admission, $15 Parking. The AIA SandCastle Competition is a fundraising 

event for AIA Houston and ArCH Foundation as well as one of the 

top five revenue generating events for the City of Galveston. This year 

over 60 teams have their eyes and shovels set on winning the prestigious 

Golden Bucket Award. Firms begin months in advance generating ideas, 

developing designs and assigning duties. On the day of the event the 

teams, stretched along the beachfront, meticulously sculpt their piles 

of sand and work non-stop for five hours. The judging of the sculptures 

is rated on originality of concept, artistic execution, technical difficulty, 

carving technique and utilization of the site. 

Houston Symphony: Raiders Of The Lost Ark - August 28, 2019, 8 

PM, Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The 

Woodlands, TX 77380. Admission: RESERVED SEATS: $20. The film that 

gave the world one of its greatest movie heroes, Indiana Jones, is back 

and better than ever before! Relive the magic on the silver screen with the 

original great adventure… Raiders of the Lost Ark… with John Williams’ 

epic score performed live to picture by a full symphony orchestra! 

Shooting the Moon: Photographs from the Museum’s Collection 50 

Years after Apollo 11 - Daily through September 2, 2019, Museum Of 

Fine Arts, 1001 Bissonnet Street, Houston, TX 77005. In celebration of 

the 50 th anniversary of the Apollo II moon landing on July 20, 1969, the 

MFAH presents Shooting the Moon, an installation of approximately 40 

moon-related photographs drawn from the Museum’s collection. Works 

on view range from NASA images of the mission itself to fine art classics. 

This 45-minute tour explores the exhibition and encourages visitors to 

discuss the art together. 

Candytopia Houston - Daily through September 29, 2019, 7620 Katy 

Freeway, Building 3B, Suite 360, Houston, TX 77024. Admission: Kids (4- 

12): $20, Adults: $28. What if an eccentric chocolatier and a daredevil 

pop star had a whirlwind romance, got married while skydiving and 

had a glamorous, glittering love child who grew up to rule a small 

nation? Explore our sprawling sanctuary of confectionary bliss, with 

18 

14 carefully curated and crafted rooms and environments. If you ever 

dreamed of nibbling your way through Candyland or scoring a Golden 

Ticket, you’ve come to the right place. Treat yourself to Candytopia and 

let your tastebuds and your imagination soar! Candytopia is a limited 

engagement, reserve your tickets today! Info: www.candytopia.com. 

The FOMO Factory - Daily through December 31, 2019, 10 AM-9 PM, 

The Houston Galleria, 5085 Westheimer Road, Suite 4710, Houston, TX 

77056. Admission: $28 for adults, $23 for children, children under the age 

of 3 are free. This buzzed-about pop up will become The Galleria’s first 

foray into immersive entertainment with 17 rainbow-colored rooms of 

fun. The pop-up will be located in the Galleria, suite 4710 on the mall’s 

third floor. Tickets are on sale at www.thefomofactory.com. 

Fascination Street Flea-Art & Vintage Market - 2 nd Sunday each month 

through September, 12-6 PM. Avantgarden, 411 Westheimer, Houston, 

TX 77006. Free Admission. Includes some of the best local artists, artisan 

makers, vintage vendors, plus food and drink that Houston has to offer! 

Boot Camp in the Plaza - Fridays, 9-10 AM. Sugar Land Town Square, 2711 

Plaza Drive, Sugar Land, TX 77479. Free Admission. Stay fit with our free 

weekly Boot Camp class with Cida Fitness. 

Chimney Rock Market - 1 st Sunday of the month, 12-4 PM, Chimney 

Rock Plaza, 3300 Chimney Rock, Houston, TX 77056. Admission is free. 

Please join us for our Art and Farmers Market! Our vendors will be selling 

mouth-watering eats and artisan gifts the whole family can enjoy. As 

always, four-legged friends are welcome. There will be plenty of treats for 

them too! When you’re done shopping, stop in Sean Anthony Salons to 

browse the beautiful art gallery brought to you by Creative Energy. Stay 

for the Art Reception from 2-4 PM and meet the Artists! Refreshments will 

be served. Also, enter for your chance to win a cut and color or brazillian 

blowout. 

Living History Saturday - 3 rd Saturday of the month, 10 AM-4 PM. 

Washington On The Brazos State Historic Site, 23400 Park Road 12, 

Washington, TX 77880. Admission: Regular admission fees apply. Travel 

back in time to where a nation was born in 1836. Staff and volunteers 

dressed in period clothing bring to life the people and events of Old 

Washington providing a unique opportunity to discover various aspects of 

life surrounding the birth of the Republic of Texas. Activities will vary and 

some are weather dependent. Contact Adam at 936-878-2214 ext. 228. 

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. 

Caffeine and Chrome - Recurring monthly on the last Saturday of 

the month, 9 AM-12 Noon, Gateway Classic Cars Of Houston, 1910 

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

to spectators. Presented by Grundy Insurance! 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 cruiser? No sweat bring the 

daily driver. Hope to see you there. 250+ classic & exotics. 


We are part of the court-appointed team leading this litigation against the federal government. Trial 

of the upstream test cases concluded on May 17, 2019. The Judge is expected to issue his decision in 

September 2019. There is still time to join the case! 

Vuk Stevan Vujasinovic 

Judge-Appointed Upstream Counsel 

in the Addicks Barker Lawsuits 


Make Time for 

YOUR 

MAMMOGRAM 

It could add years to your life. 

Scheduling a mammogram is an important first step for early 

detection. At Houston Methodist Breast Care Center at West, 

scheduling online is easy and more convenient than ever. 

Our Breast Care Center offers: 

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• Specially trained breast imaging radiologists 

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• Access to our breast specialists at Houston Methodist Cancer Center 

• Easy registration and medical record retrieval from previous health 

providers, if needed 

Visit houstonmethodist.org/breast-care or call 

832.522.7465 to schedule your mammogram. 

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