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Monica Reyes - Mgr. 281-945-4677 monica@crest-management.com 

Marlin Parada 281-945-4664 marlin@crest-management.com 

Darlene Compton, Accounting 281-945-4624 darlene@crest-management.com 

Emergencies (Fire, Ambulance) 911 

Sheriff (713) 221-6000 

Cy-Fair Sports Association (281) 373-0099 

Langham Creek YMCA (281) 859-6143 

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

Harris County Animal Control (281) 999-3191 

Centerpoint (burned out street lights) (713) 207-2222 

Poison Control Center 1-800-764-7661 

WCA - Trash Co. pick-up Tues/Fri(Hvy day) (281) 561-5646 

Water District Mgmt. (281)376-8802 

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Sheffield Important Information 

SHEFFIELD POOL RULES AND 

REGULATIONS FOR SUMMER 2020 

• Maximum of 30 individuals in the pool area at a time. 

• The pool will be open in 90 minute increments allowing for 30 minutes 

for disinfecting. You must leave the pool area and line up at the gate for 

re-entry. 

• You Must sign in, agree to the waiver and have a current pool tag to use 

the pool. 

• A parent/guardian must sign in for all children under the age of 18. 

• The 30 maximum limit, is on a 1st come, 1st serve basis. If the maximum 

# is reached, you may form a line outside of the gate for the next hour. 

• To better serve our residents, No guests are allowed at this time. 

• Please practice social distancing and be conscience of those around 

you. 

• The pool furniture will not be available. Please bring your own chairs. 

• The slide will be closed. 

• Please no large floats or rafts. 

• Private parties will not be allowed at this time. 

• The bathrooms and shower will be disinfected every hour but using 

them will be at your own risk. 

• All rules from Sweetwater must be followed. 

YARD OF THE MONTH 

The Sheffield HOA wants to recognize one neighbor every month for 

their dedication and devotion to the upkeep of their front yard. 

Each month’s winner will be featured in the Sheffield newsletter and will 

get bragging rights with a Yard of the Month sign displayed in their yard 

for that month. 

Residents can win only once per calendar year and must be in good 

standing. Good luck! 

HOA DUES 

If any Sheffield residents have not paid their yearly assessments, please 

email Darlene.Compton@crest-management.com for payment plan 

options. We are happy to work with you. 

GARBAGE SERVICE 

The trash pick-up schedule in Sheffield is Tuesday and Friday. Heavy 

trash days are every other Tuesday. Please remember to keep your 

garbage cans at least three feet away from other garbage cans, cars, 

poles or anything that may block the truck from gaining access to the 

can on pick-up days. Also remember that items piled up by the garbage 

can will not be picked up except on heavy trash days. Recycling is picked 

up on Friday. 

REMINDER - the garbage contract is through your water company – 

Langham Creek UD. If you need more specific information on pick-days 

or any other item that is related to garbage pick-up please call Langham 

Creek UD at 281-376-8802 or email them at customerservice@wdmtexas. 

com or you can call the garbage company, WCA at 281-368-8397. This is 

not an HOA contract or a service that is provided by the HOA. 

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REMINDER FROM THE SHEFFIELD BOARD 

PLEASE NOTE: An ACC application must be submitted and approved 

prior to you adding shrubs or fencing in the front of your property. 

Please see the HOA guidelines regarding fencing requirements to ensure 

that fencing additions meet guidelines and that you submit your plans 

and application for approval PRIOR to doing any modifications. The 

ACC application form can be downloaded from the Crest Management 

website at www.crest-management.com, please select Communities at 

the top of the page and then select Sheffield. The ACC application will be 

located at the bottom of the page. The applications should be submitted 

to Crest Management as indicated on the form. 

Please, remember Sheffield HOA does not manage your trash service. 

This service is through Langham Creek MUD (water bill) 281-579-4500. If 

you have any questions regarding the new service, please refer back to 

the insert that was included in your water bill or contact WCA at 281-368- 

8397 or the MUD. 

We thank you for your cooperation in this matter. 

Sincerely, 

Your Sheffield Board 

DEED RESTRICTION VIOLATIONS 

Do you know what the top three reasons management companies send 

out deed restriction letters? The first is not keeping your yard mowed and 

weeded. Mow your yard on a regular basis, keeping it a little higher in 

the summer months, which helps in water retention and crowding out 

weeds. The second is leaving your trashcans out in front of the house or 

garage. Trashcans should be kept out of sight (in the garage, behind the 

privacy fence or behind shrubs or a purpose built enclosure. Contact Crest 

Management if you wish to build a trashcan enclosure for Architectural 

Control forms. The third reason is mildew on the house siding. This often 

happens on shady areas of the house. Power washing or spraying with a 

cleaning solution for mildew often takes care of the problem. 

GARAGE SALE SIGNS 

Placing garage sale signs in the flower and shrub beds within the 

neighborhood is not permitted. Such signs found in the flower and shrub 

beds will be removed immediately and placed in the trash. 

COMMUNITY INFORMATION 

AND MEETING NOTICES 

If you are interested in receiving Board meeting email notifications, 

please go to the Crest website at www.crest-management.com and go 

to communities, then scroll down to Sheffield and there you will find a 

place to sign up with your email address and if you scroll to the bottom, 

you can obtain community information, legal documents or applications 

as well. 

LITTER PICKUP 

Just a reminder, if you see trash in the neighborhood, please be a good 

neighbor and pick it up and dispose of it properly. Otherwise, then trash 

will either end up in someone’s shrubbery or trees or else get washed 

down the storm sewers, contributing to mosquito breeding and backing 

up of the storm drains in times of heavy rains. Thanks to those of you who 

regularly pick up other people’s litter. 

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Please remember that you are not allowed by law to let your dogs and 

cats run loose in the neighborhood. If caught, you may receive a ticket 

in the amount of up to $500 for such a violation (we have had residents 

receive such a ticket). If you see loose pets you can contact Harris County 

Animal Control. 

A number of Sheffield residents either walk their dogs or let their cats 

run loose. It is a violation of deed restrictions to let your pet leave their 

poop on another resident’s lawn or the common grounds (they belong to 

all of Sheffield’s residents). If your pet does have to go to the bathroom, 

please be courteous and carry a plastic bag (store bags or the newspaper 

delivery bag are great for this), pick up the pile by placing your hand 

inside the bag, grab the pile through the bag, tie the bag up and throw it 

in the garbage. Leaving your pet waste around encourages the possible 

spread of pet disease, such as Parvo, which can be life threatening, or 

parasites. 

A number of complaints have been made about stray cats roaming the 

neighborhood. To report stray or unconfined animals call 281-999-3191, 

Monday thru Friday during the hours of 9 AM until 6 PM. 

VANDALISM 

Remember, if you see suspicious activity in or around Sheffield, please 

immediately call the Harris County Sheriff’s Department at 713-221-6000. 

CONTACTING CREST MANAGEMENT & THE BOARD 

If you have a matter you would like to discuss with Crest, Monica Reyes 

is our representative and can be reached at 281-579-0761 or by email 

Monica@crest-management.com. If you wish to meet with Monica, 

please call Crest and make an appointment to ensure they are available 

to assist you. 

DEED RESTRICTION - TRAILERS, RV’S AND BOATS 

It is a violation of our deed restrictions to park a trailer, mobile home, 

RV, boat, 18-wheeler tractor/trailer or camper in your driveway. You can 

park these on your property only if they are completely out of sight (in 

the garage, in the back yard behind the house). If you cannot meet these 

rules, it must be stored offsite (out of the neighborhood). If you have 

questions on this, please call the Community Property Manager, Monica 

Reyes, at 281-579-0761 or via email at monica@crest-management.com. 

Thank you for your cooperation. 

ACC APPLICATION 

Please request the ACC application for your home improvement or 

modification. Please include all the necessary forms, photo, paint 

samples, solar screen samples, drawings, brochure, lot survey and your 

signature for us to complete your request in a timely manner. If these 

items are not submitted with your application, your request is denied. 

A LOT SURVEY IS AN ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING OF YOUR PROPERTY 

SHOWING YOUR HOME, EASEMENTS AND BUILDING LINES. A COPY 

CAME WITH YOUR CLOSING PAPERS. 

You will be notified by letter after the committee has made a decision. 

They have 30 days to review and respond to your application. If you have 

any questions regarding your forms, please contact Crest Management. 

IMPORTANT: REMEMBER, WITHOUT PROVIDING EVERYTHING WE NEED- 

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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. 

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NATIONAL IMMUNIZATION AWARENESS MONTH 

National Immunization Month is in August. It’s also the beginning of 

back-to-school preparations and a good time to make sure your children 

are properly vaccinated before they head back to school. 

There is no one preventive health measure more important than 

immunization. As the World Health Organization notes, the international 

medical community has endorsed the use of vaccines and immunization 

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. 

SUN SAFETY TIPS FOR CAMPERS 

A few, easy sun protection measures can help all campers, counselors 

and staff avoid any immediate or long-term effects of sun exposure. 

• Use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 on all exposed skin, including 

the lips, daily even on cloudy days; apply sunscreen about 20 minutes 

before being exposed to the sun; reapply sunscreen frequently (at least 

twice a day) and thoroughly. 

• Stay away from the sun in the middle of the day. Schedule outdoor 

activities before 10 AM and after 4 PM. 

• Encourage everyone to wear a wide-brim hat. 

• Try to wear clothes that protect your skin (ideally long-sleeve shirts and 

long pants) and sunglasses. 

• Practice the “shadow rule” - seek shade when your shadow is shorter 

than you are tall. 

• Speak out: talk to your family and friends about sun protection. 

• Be especially careful if you have fair skin, freckles or numerous moles; 

blond, red or light-brown hair; blue, green or gray eyes; a tendency to 

burn easily and to tan little or not at all and a family history of skin cancer. 

There is no quick cure for minor sunburn. But wet compresses, tub baths 

and soothing lotions may provide some relief. 

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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 

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CLASSES FOR 2020-2021 START 

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH 

The CFISD Board of Trustees approved the recommendation to modify 

the 2020-2021 instructional calendar during a special-called meeting on 

July 21. 

The newly approved calendar pushes back the first day of instruction 

to Tuesday, Sept. 8. The later start date allows the district more time 

to monitor and evaluate the current health conditions in Harris County 

related to COVID-19. Additionally, with the recent authorization of the 

district to implement 1:1 technology for students, the delayed start date 

will provide more time for the district to distribute Chromebooks and 

internet devices to students with a demonstrated need. 

Other changes include the modification of professional development 

days for teachers and a return to duty of Friday, Aug. 14. 

The last day of school is scheduled for June 3; however, weekdays from 

June 7-30 are reserved as closure make-up days in case additional days 

are needed as a result of COVID-19 or other natural disasters. 

To download the 2020-2021 school calendar, visit the CFISD website at 

www.cfisd.net/en/calendar/ 

BOARD APPROVES PURCHASE OF 

CHROMEBOOKS, INTERNET ACCESS TO SUPPORT 

1:1 TECHNOLOGY SOLUTION FOR ALL STUDENTS 

The CFISD Board of Trustees unanimously voted in favor of authorizing 

the superintendent to approve the purchase of portable electronic 

devices for students, LTE internet access for students and other items 

needed to support a one-to-one solution through the Department of 

Information Resources (DIR) purchasing cooperative at an amount not to 

exceed $44 million during a special-called meeting on July 7 th . 

The purchase will support CFISD LTE 1:1 (Learning Together Everywhere), 

which provides every student with an electronic device to support 

quality instruction and resources. The program allows CFISD to meet 

the needs of all students by providing appropriate teacher-directed 

instruction, including real-time live virtual instruction as outlined in the 

Texas Education Agency’s Strong Start 2020-21 plan. 

“All of our students need quality instruction from their teachers,” said Dr. 

Linda Macias, CFISD chief academic officer. “While nothing can replace 

effective face-to-face instruction with a teacher, ensuring all students 

have a Chromebook and internet access will allow them to receive 

remote instruction that is teacher-directed and includes live virtual 

instruction through the CFISD Connect platform. This will allow students 

to be actively engaged in their learning while connecting with their 

teachers and classmates.” 

CFISD LTE 1:1 will function in two parts: Chromebooks featuring built-in 

cameras, microphones and external protective cases; and internet access. 

Devices will be managed through inventory systems, with accidental 

damage protection and CFISD technicians will be available for repairs. 

Safety layers will prevent unauthorized downloads, while a content filter 

will be installed on all devices in compliance with the Children Internet 

Protection Act. Each device also features a comprehensive reporting 

and alerting system for Chromebooks, which facilitates locating and 

recovering misplaced devices. 

Internet access will be made available for students in households 

indicating a need through mobile hotspots. In addition, CFISD is piloting 

a program to broaden its reach by installing WiFi on buses. 

The CFISD LTE 1:1 website (www.cfisd.net/lte) will provide parents and 

students information on internet filtering, digital citizenship, device care, 

technical support and additional online resources, including handbook 

and guidelines for use, return process and reporting a device lost or 

stolen. 

Technology services team members will work collaboratively with school 

leadership and the curriculum and instruction departments to distribute 

devices to students and identify households in need of internet access. 

“By providing a device for every student, we believe that the district is 

taking a significant step to ensure that our students are positioned for 

success,” said Karen Smith, CFISD chief financial officer. “The CFISD LTE 1:1 

program ties Schoology and CFISD Connect together to complete a high 

quality instructional program. This program positions our students to be 

successful in all learning environments.” 

The goal is to distribute devices prior to the first day of school (September 

8 th ), though availability may ultimately determine the schedule for 

distribution. 

DR. KAYNE SMITH APPOINTED PRESIDENT OF THE 

TEXAS ASSOCIATION FOR PUPIL TRANSPORTATION 

Dr. Kayne Smith, CFISD director of transportation, was recently appointed 

president of the Texas Association for Pupil Transportation (TAPT) in 

conjunction with the association’s 2020 virtual awards ceremony. Smith 

will serve as TAPT’s 48th president and lead the executive committee for 

the 2020-2021 term. 

A TAPT executive committee member the past three years, Smith leads 

one of the largest affiliate organizations to the National Association of 

Pupil Transportation in helping facilitate networking and educational 

opportunities. He served as parliamentarian for two years before serving 

as president-elect for the 2019-2020 term. In addition, Smith has served 

as the legislative committee chairperson since 2015. 

“It was an honor to be elected as President of the Texas Association for 

Pupil Transportation for 2020-2021,” Smith said. “I am excited to be able to 

serve the countless school bus drivers, attendants, technicians, directors 

and other staff members across the state whose purpose is to provide 

a safe and healthy transportation service to the students of Texas. I am 

deeply grateful for the support and encouragement from CFISD and my 

team in transportation.” 

The TAPT was formed in 1972 and held its first conference the next year. 

A professional certification program was started in 1991 with class topics 

including personnel management, student safety, operations, vehicle 

maintenance and budgeting and reporting. In addition, TAPT offers 

scholarship opportunities for students and adult members and contests 

to promote safety of school bus transportation. 

Smith returned to CFISD as the director of transportation in September 2018 

after starting in 2014 as an area director at the Telge Transportation Center 

and then as an assistant director of human resources for the transportation 

department. He received his TAPT certification in 2008 and has served as an 

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always welcome. More information about Girl Scouts may be found 

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fun and challenging activities that promote character development and 

physical fitness. Family involvement is an essential part of the program 

and parents are encouraged to play an active role. Cub Scouting helps 

parents make the most of the short time they have to impact the lives 

of their children. SOME KIDS AVOID OBSTACLES. SCOUTS OVERCOME 

THEM. Scouts BSA is a year-round program for boys and girls in fifth grade 

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and responsibility to help them become the best version of themselves. 

In Scouts BSA, young men and women go places, test themselves and 

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is something for everyone in Scouting! New scouting units are starting 

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BOY SCOUT TROOP 609 

Boy Scout Troop 609 is a specialized for Boys with high functioning 

Autism Spectrum Disorders. They meet at the Westview School on the 1 st 

and 3 rd Saturday of the month from 9:30-11:30 AM. 


Troop 838 is a small pack located near Hwy 6 and West Road at the 

Crossbridges Church. We are between the Copperfield and Aberdeen 

neighborhoods. Being a smaller troop allows us to be flexible and address 

the needs of our scouts more nimbly. We currently have boys from ages 11 

to 17 within our group working to make Eagle. We try to camp monthly, 

with a wide variety of locations on our agenda. The different locations are 

chosen by the senior boys to more directly meet our training needs and 

to keep expenses low. In fact, we have some of the lowest expenses in the 

area. Our adult leaders are all experienced with years of scouting under 

their belt per individual. We also work closely with several local packs of 

cub scouts and participate in civic duties around the area as well. Please 

contact us at TROOP838CYPRESS.ORG or 414-331-3321. 

TROOP 1865 

Troop 1865 runs a diverse program of outdoor and service activities, 

with events selected by the scouts themselves. We meet Mondays at 6:30 

PM, at the Copperfield HOA building on Willow River and Hwy 6, behind 

Labay. We’ve gone backpacking through the National Forest, rappelling 

off Enchanted Rock, Survival camping, boating, canoeing and anything 

else the scouts can dream up. We do high-adventure camping at 

Philmont and Seabase. Our advancement program has enabled scout to 

achieve the coveted rank of Eagle Scout at 10 times the national average 

rate. We see scouting as a practice run on adult life. Scouts learn about 

leadership and teamwork through having to work together in the field. 

We learn about responsibility through fund-raising activities that have 

allowed the entire troop to pay for their own summer camp each year. 


CUB SCOUT PACK 2 

We are an active year round pack for Kindergarten-5 th grade that focuses 

on life skills, teamwork, leadership and FUN! Cub Scout activities include 

camping, fishing, pinewood derby, hiking and much more! During the 

school year we meet on the 3 rd Monday of each month at 7 PM at Birkes 

Elementary in the cafeteria. Contact me for more information and to find 

out what exciting activities we have planned for summer! Ame Lane-281- 

740-5020, ame.lane@yahoo.com. 

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For 100 years, Scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found 

in the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Today, these values are just as relevant in 

helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting 

helps youth develop academic skills, self-confidence, ethics, leadership 

skills, outdoor skills and citizenship skills that influence their adult lives. 

The Boy Scouts of America provides youth with programs and activities 

that allow them to: • Try new things. • Provide service to others. • Build 

self-confidence. • Reinforce ethical standards. 

Many of our units are supported by the local Elementary Schools 

including: Birkes, Copeland, Duryea, Fiest, Hemmingway, Holmsley, 

Horne, Jowell, Lowery, Metcalf, Owens, Postma, Robinson, Sheridan, 

Tipps, Walker and Wilson. Other Community groups include: Autumn 

Creek Baptist Church, Beck and Masten Automotive, Cornerstone United 

Methodist Church, Copperfield Church, Crossbridge Church, Cy-Fair 

Kiwanis Club, Deerfield Village HOA, LDS Bear Creek and Copperfield 

Wards, Middlegate Village HOA, Peace Community Church, St. Elizabeth 

Ann Seton Catholic Church and Thornton Middle School. Please contact 

Brendan Cronin, Copperhead District Executive (713-756-3383 or email 

brendan.cronin@scouting.org) or to go www.copperhead.shac.org to 

find join a Scouting unit near you. 


Young men between the ages of 11-18 are encouraged to visit Boy Scout 

Troop 61 at 7 PM Wednesday nights at Peace Community Church, 5151 

Addicks Satsuma Road, Houston, Texas, 77084. They will get a hands-on 

experience of what Scouting has to offer and have the opportunity to visit 

with the Scouts and their adult leaders to learn more about the things the 

troop has done during meetings and activities. Boy Scout Troop 61 meets 

from 7 to 8 PM every Wednesday in the Activity Room at Peace Community 

Church. Contact Mike Viator with Troop 61 if your son is interested in joining 

a local Boy Scout Troop. Cell: 713-253-8465, mike.viator@comcast.net. 


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imagination and interest? How about camping, fishing, canoeing, hiking, 

backpacking and off-road biking? Do you want to learn wilderness 

survival, cooking, first aid, orienteering and shooting skills? Scouting is 

Fun… with a Purpose - where boys grow into men instilled with values 

of duty to God and Country, community service, citizenship, leadership 

and self-confidence. Troop 3 is a boy-lead troop where the boys plan an 

exciting year-round outdoor program. We camp monthly and include 

rock climbing, backpacking and canoeing. Troop 3 also participates in a 

weeklong winter camp, as well as a weeklong summer camp. We welcome 

all young men, 11-18 years old to visit Boy Scout Troop 3 at 7 PM Monday 

nights at Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center located at 8440 

Greenhouse Road, Cypress. No previous scouting experience needed! 

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Come Join Pack 4 Cub Scouts at Lieder Elementary for the first 3 Tuesdays 

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games while learning new skills that will help them grow. We also work 

around tough sport schedules. So come see what Pack 4 is all about! 

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 in 1 st through 5 th grade, please contact Jack M. 

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It’s summertime and that means it’s time to get out the camping gear, fishing 

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tent you just set up and breathe in. 

SAM HOUSTON NATIONAL PARK: NEW WAVERLY, TX 

This gorgeous national park offers tent pads, picnic tables, parking spurs 

for trailers, lantern posts, grills, potable water, and toilets. Hiking is very 

popular in the spring when the climate is milder. Water activities get 

going in the summer on Double Lake with canoes and paddleboats that 

can be rented from the park. Deer is the most popular game animal in the 

Sam Houston National Forest, with squirrels second. Quail and dove are 

found around newly regenerated timberland. For the water sportsman, 

fishing and duck hunting can be enjoyed on area lakes and streams. 

BRAZOS BEND: NEEDVILLE, TX 

This park has got plenty of options for activities during your stay. Lots 

of trails, some of which are even wheelchair friendly, wind through the 

woods and bring you to the water’s edge of the lake. Just make sure you’ve 

brushed up on your alligator safety because they’re not uncommon in 

certain areas of the park. Aside from walking or biking the trails, there’s 

also the option of horseback riding on one of the multiuse trails. 

LAKE CONROE KOA: MONTGOMERY, TX 

Here’s a KOA that’s got your back this weekend if you’re trying to relax 

to the max. Bring your RV here, up to 80’ and enjoy the cable tv, wifi, 

hookups and pools to lounge in all day. If you haven’t got an RV, don’t 

feel left out! You can stay in one of the 35 cabins that have bathrooms and 

a full kitchen. Tent campers are welcome as well. Visitors can explore the 

area and find the nearby golf course, restaurants and the lake has plenty 

of recreational activities. 

GALVESTON ISLAND STATE PARK: GALVESTON, TX 

This park is a freaking island, so as far as camping goes you really can’t 

go wrong with this option. There is hiking, biking, fishing, bird watching 

and lots more. One of the many things that make this island campground 

unique is the paddle trails they boast. Though, if you decide to go on these, 

you’ll need to bring your own canoe or kayak because they don’t rent them 

out. Outside the campground, there is an educational theme park called 

Moody Gardens. Bring the kids along and there’ll be plenty of nature for 

people of various interests to enjoy and participate in during the stay. 

STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE PARK: SAN FELIPE, TX 

This lovely State Park has six miles of hiking trails that are open to bikers 

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HUNTSVILLE STATE PARK: HUNTSVILLE, TX 

Here’s a State Park full of relaxation. You can go and unwind in the shade 

of the trees and go fishing from one of the fishing piers or off your boat 

or canoe. There are watercraft for rent including paddleboats, canoes and 

kayaks. There’s even a bird blind to enjoy watching the local feathered 

friends who flit about the forest. 

SEA RIM STATE PARK: SABINE PASS, TX 

This park has 4,000 acres of marsh and a boardwalk going through so you 

can enjoy without getting your feet wet. Campers, cabin-dwellers and 

RV-goers all have a place here at Sea Rim State Park. Feel free to fish from 

the boardwalk or explore with your rented or own canoe or kayak. Sea 

Rim also has the option to explore its grounds from home via their virtual 

tour of the trails map. 

NORTHLAKE RV RESORT: HOUSTON, TX 

Come to Northlake RV Resort if you’re looking for a nice and relaxing place 

to kick your feet up and breathe deeply. This resort has got a massive list of 

amenities so it’s ridiculous to try to write them all here, but if you’re interested 

you should definitely check out their website. Some of the best aspects of 

this resort are the park-wide wifi, the stocked fishing lakes and the fire pits. 

This place allows for extended stays and weekend trips, so regardless of your 

plans you’ll definitely have plenty of options right next to home! 

TRADERS VILLAGE RV RESORT: 

Traders Village is a short drive for you and a wonderful place to stay. The 

electric and water hookups are free, there is a pool for swimming, and 

there’s wifi. Bring your picnic supplies so you can eat outside at the picnic 

tables while enjoying the weather. You’re welcome to lounge around 

and enjoy relaxing or you can go next door to the flea market that hosts 

events and activities for visitors. 

ALLSTAR RV RESORT: HOUSTON, TX 

At AllStar RV Resort, they’ve got anything you could need while camping 

in your RV and more. If you’ve got yourself a Fido who wanders himself 

into a smelly situation, there’s a dog washing station here for your (and 

your nose’s) convenience. Take advantage of the swimming pool, the 

computer room, the recreation room and more. There’s also a stadium 

nearby for baseball fans to watch their games. 

ESCAPE THE PAVEMENT: HOUSTON, TX 

There are actually two camping sites associated with Escape the Pavement 

near Houston. There are four aspects to Escape the Pavement: Heyne 

Ranch, Lake Houston Wilderness Park, Blackwood Land Institute and Big 

Thicket National Preserve. It’s actually super great, because no matter 

your flavor preference of outdoors experience, this place has got you. One 

is a ranch for you and your horse to enjoy pastures, rivers and wooded 

trails; perfect for a day trip. You’ll also love the bonfires on the beach! One 

of their campgrounds has over 4,000 acres of forest and a creek that you 

can go ahead and explore the trails winding around through it on your 

horse, bike or on foot. The other area available for camping is restricted to 

primitive camping only because it is located on a preserve. Lastly, the land 

institute is a great educational place for kids and adults alike. Check out 

their website if any of these interest you and start planning a trip! 

LAKE SOMERVILLE: SOMERVILLE, TX 

The campground and park are also full of opportunities for fun in the sun. 

Water activities like swimming, skiing, fishing, and the likes are all great 

ideas on Lake Somerville. There are picnic areas for campers or day hikers 

to sit, enjoy the view, and munch on their sandwiches. Birdwatching, 

volleyball, hiking and horseback riding are popular pass times. Overall, 

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SHELDON LAKE STATE PARK: HOUSTON, TX 

Sheldon Lake State Park is open to fishing and wildlife observation. You’re 

welcome to take your boat out for a ride or fish off the banks, so long as 

you’re wary of the alligators inhabiting the park. The learning center has 

tons of activities for the kids that you can sign up for and enjoy. Some 

of these activities are more hands-on, like catch and release fishing 

and some are visual demonstrations like green building technologies 

or smart wildscape demonstrations for gardening and using beautiful 

native plants. 

BASTROP STATE PARK: BASTROP, TX 

A forest with a history and personality, the Lost Pines located on Bastrop 

State Park used to be a luscious and well-groomed forest before being 

damaged by floods and fires. Now, the forest’s recovery is just as beautiful 

a sight. The story itself is a perfect reason to visit, but Bastrop also has 

swimming, biking, hiking and geocaching as an incentive. If you’re 

looking to exploring the surrounding area, Bastrop also has museums 

and restaurants to check out on your vacation! 

BUESCHER STATE PARK: SMITHVILLE, TX 

Experienced bicyclists looking for a challenge will enjoy the bike trails 

here at Buescher State Park. This park connects with Bastrop State Park via 

a paved road with great views of the area. Unfortunately, there is currently 

no swimming in this park, but if you adventure the short commute to the 

nearby Bastrop you’ll find a nice swimming pool for visitors like yourself. 

Lastly, if you’re hankering to float along in a tandem kayak or a canoe, you 

can do so through rental at Buescher State Park. 

LOCKHART STATE PARK: SMITHVILLE, TX 

This park has a pool, grounds for camping, trails to hike and a nine-hole 

golf course among many other things that allow you to get active! If you 

want to go fishing but don’t want to lug around your equipment, you’re 

in luck! The park has fishing equipment available for guests to use during 

their stay. If you’re looking to have a gathering of people for a family or 

church event, there is a Group Recreation Hall that also has a kitchen 

capable of holding up to 75 people at once. 

LAKE LIVINGSTON: LIVINGSTON, TX 

If you’re looking for a beautiful place to host a family reunion, try looking 

here! Campsites have full hookups and there are rentable screen shelters 

as well. As long as you’re wary of the alligators that dwell in the area, 

visitors can enjoy camping, hiking, birding, swimming, and biking. On 

your way in and out you can stop at the souvenir shop that sells treats 

and equipment! 

LAKE LIVINGSTON KOA: ONALASKA, KOA 

Here’s a popular KOA that you’ll probably need to make a reservation for 

ahead of time to ensure you get yourself a spot for the night. There is 

a beautiful pool with lounge chairs for you to relax and sink into while 

soaking in the sun. Your kids will enjoy the playground. If you love 

enjoying the great outdoors and its many inhabitants, there is a local bald 

eagle named Eddie who supposedly flies around the area frequently. 

There is also fishing, a pavilion to admire the scenery in, and is known for 

the sunset views. 

VILLAGE CREEK STATE PARK: LUMBERTON, TX 

Campers interested in sleeping in tents, RVs or cabins are welcome here. 

You’ll be able to go swimming, fishing, biking, hiking and more with your 

friends and family. If you prefer to learn about your surroundings and its 

history rather than being emerged in the real deal, there are programs 

and museums aplenty for you to observe and glean information from 

during your stay. 

PALMETTO STATE PARK: GONZALES, TX 

This little oasis has a multitude of thirsty plants that cannot live in other 

areas due to the lack of water. The park is named for the dwarf palmettos 

that grow beneath the trees. As a visitor, you can also enjoy the copious 

amounts of flowing and stagnant water by swimming, tubing, fishing 

and canoeing. Those interested in keeping dry will enjoy bird watching, 

hiking, geocaching or staring at the dwarf palmettos. 

VICTORIA COLETO CREEK LAKE KOA: VICTORIA, TX 

Come to this RV and tent camping site to enjoy the lovely wildflowers, 

scattered oaks, birds and other wildlife. There is a pond with catfish that you 

can relax on the edge of while fishing and other areas for freshwater fishing. 

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Are you crafty? Are you a distributor for a specialty item? Saint Aidan’s 

Episcopal Church has opened vendor registration for our 7 th Annual Fall 

Festival and Holiday Market! The market and festival will be held Sunday, 

October 25, 2020 from 10 AM-4 PM. We will have both indoor and outdoor 

booths. Saint Aidan’s is located in Cypress at 13131 Fry Road – just south of 

Hwy 290. Our festival features Market Booths, Children’s Area, Petting Zoo, 

Pony Rides, Food Vendors, Silent Auction, Music, Cake Walk and a Trunk 

N Treat. For more information and to register online, visit our website at 

http://aidanschurch.org and click on the Fall Festival icon or if you prefer 

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

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

Aidan’s Episcopal Church is located at 13131 Fry Road, Cypress Texas 77433. 

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION INVITES 

KATY/WEST HOUSTON RESIDENTS TO 

JOIN 2020 WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S® 

Participants will Raise Critically Needed Awareness and Funds for 

Alzheimer’s Care, Support and Research. The Alzheimer’s Association® 

is invitingKaty, Fulshear, Cypress, Richmond and other West Houston 

area residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the 

Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The Walk will take place 

on Saturday, September 26, 2020,at La Centerra Shopping Center in Katy, 

Texas. On walk day, participants will honor those affected by Alzheimer’s 

disease with Promise Flowers during the poignant Promise Garden 

Ceremony - a moving display of hope to represent the personal reasons 

participants join together to fight Alzheimer’s. 


This year’s challenge is whether we will be able to come together of 1,300 

walkers or not. So we have two plans - Plan A is to have the big event. Plan B is 

to have a virtual event that may be held in various neighborhoods, businesses, 

schools and other smaller communities where people can come together 

and Walk to End Alzheimer’s. In addition to the 3-mile walk, participants will 

enjoy a fun-filled experience that includes valuable information, celebrations, 

entertainment, corporate sponsors and so much more. Participants can join a 

team or register to walk as an individual at www.alz.org/walk. 

Even though the office has been closed, the Alzheimer’s Association has 

continued to offer support through various avenues than before the stayat-home 

order. The 24/7 Free Hotline can be a lifeline for those who suffer 

from the disease and those who care for them, call 800-272-3900. Support 

Groups are meeting virtually, please check www.alz.org for times and 

locations. Facebook Live sessions are held every Wednesday at 11 AM. Find 

the live sessions and lots of other programs and events on the Facebook 

page, “Alzheimer’s Association: Houston & Southeast Texas Chapter.” Virtual 

classes are offered to cover many issues each week. To join one of the virtual 

programs, please visit www.alz.org/crf or call 800-272-3900. 

GOLF TOURNAMENTS 

33ND ANNUAL B. F. ADAM GOLF CLASSIC 

POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER 

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Cy-Fair Educational Foundation 

(CFEF) trustees graded 1200+ scholarship applications and met via Zoom 

to award more than $635,000 in scholarships. For Cypress-Fairbanks ISD 

graduating seniors planning to attend Lone Star College full-time in the 

fall, our application is open now through May 11, 2020. This summer, the 

Foundation will award $72,000 from the Edwin C. Schroeder Endowment 

Fund. The Foundation looks forward to recognizing our 2020 scholarship 

recipients this August. With the Stay Home - Work Safe Mandate through 

the end of April, the Foundation has decided to postpone the B. F. Adam 

Golf Classic until the COVID-19 risk is minimal within our community for 

the safety of our 288 golfers and over 100 volunteers, trustees and staff, 

who help make this event a tremendous success, as well as the staff at 

BlackHorse Golf Club. Our 33 rd annual B. F. Adam Golf Class has been 

moved to Monday, November 16, 2020. Celebrating 50 years as a nonprofit 

raising money to fund scholarships for Cypress-Fairbanks ISD high 

school graduates, the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation is looking forward 

to our exciting Fall lineup of events. 

Tuesday, August 4, 2020 - Scholarship Reception 

Thursday, October 15, 2020 - Salute to the Stars 

Monday, November 16, 2020 - B. F. Adam Golf Classic 

Thursday-Saturday, December 10-12, 2020 – Houston Methodist Cy- 

Hoops Invitational 

The Cy-Fair Educational Foundation is incredibly grateful for the 

unwavering generosity of the Cy-Fair community and the commitment 

of our Board of Trustees. Over the last 50 years, the Foundation has grown 

tremendously awarding more than $9 million to graduating seniors 

from Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. CFEF is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, 

all contributions are tax deductible, as allowed by the law. For more 

information please contact marie@thecfef.org or visit our website at 

www.theCFEF.org. 

FUNDRAISERS 

THE WOMEN’S FUND FOR HEALTH EDUCATION 

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RESILIENCY LUNCHEON 

The Women’s Fund for Health Education and Resiliency, a nonprofit 

providing Houston-area women and girls with the tools needed to be 

advocates for their health, is pleased to announce its 10 th Annual Rockin’ 

Resiliency Luncheon on Sunday, November 1, 2020, at 11 AM. The 

Women’s Fund along with Luncheon Chairs Christine and Steve Johnson 

are hosting an in-person luncheon at the Royal Sonesta Hotel, 2222 

West South Loop, Houston, TX 77027, along with a virtual event online 

for guests to celebrate at a distance. The Women’s Fund invites everyone 

to support the mission to help more adolescent girls and women lead 

happier, healthier and more resilient lives by purchasing a sponsorship or 

tickets to the Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon at www.thewomensfund.org/ 

events. For 41 years, The Women’s Fund has educated girls and women in 

the Houston area through classes, workshops, lectures and publications 

that teach resiliency skills and relate those skills to current health risks. 

Dedicated to ensuring positive health outcomes for individuals and 

communities, The Women’s Fund serves close to 12,000 women and 

adolescent girls and distributes 9,913 publications each year. 

For more information, visit www.womensfund.org, call 713-623-6543 or 

follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. 

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Chocolate Raspberry Cloud 

You could make this on National Raspberries N’ Cream Day August 7th! 

INGREDIENTS: 

1 1/2 cups finely crushed chocolate wafer cookies 

3 tablespoons butter, melted 

2 cups heavy cream 

1/2 cup white sugar 

1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

1/2 cup raspberry syrup 

1 (9 ounce) package thin chocolate wafers 

1/4 cup fresh raspberries (optional) 

1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves (optional) 

1/8 cup semisweet chocolate curls (optional) 

DIRECTIONS: 

To Make Crust: In a small bowl, mix together crushed cookies and melted butter. Press 

mixture into a 9 inch pie pan using your hands or the back of a spoon. Refrigerate until 

firm. 

To Make Filling: Whip 2 cups of cream until soft peaks form. Continue to whip while slowly 

adding sugar, followed by vanilla extract. Whip until stiff, then stir in 1/2 cup raspberry 

syrup. 

Spread a layer of whipped cream mixture 1/2 inch deep into bottom of pie crust. Cover 

with a layer of chocolate cookies. Cover with another 1/2 inch layer of whipped cream 

mixture, followed by more cookies. If desired, slightly overlap the cookies, dipping them 

in whipped cream mixture before placing them in pan. Continue alternating layers until 

cookies are gone, and finish with a layer of whipped cream mixture. Cover carefully. 

Refrigerate at least 12 hours before serving. Pie will keep up to 3 days. 

Just prior to serving, whip remaining 1/2 cup cream and cover pie with a fresh layer. If 

desired, garnish with fresh raspberries, mint leaves and chocolate curls. 

Source: 

http://allrecipes.com 

Chop Suey 

You could make this on National Chop Suey Day August 29th! 

INGREDIENTS: 

1/4 cup shortening 

1 1/2 cups diced pork loin 

1 cup diced onion 

1 cup diced celery 

1 cup hot water 

1 teaspoon salt 

1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 

1 (14.5 ounce) can bean sprouts, drained and rinsed 

1/3 cup cold water 

2 tablespoons cornstarch 

2 teaspoons soy sauce 

1 teaspoon white sugar 

DIRECTIONS: 

Heat shortening in a large, deep skillet. Sear pork until it turns white, then 

add onion and saute for 5 minutes. Add celery, hot water, salt and pepper. 

Cover skillet and simmer for 5 minutes. Add sprouts and heat to boiling. 

In a small bowl combine the cold water, cornstarch, soy sauce and sugar. 

Mix together and add to skillet mixture. Cook for 5 minutes or until 

thickened to taste. 

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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 micro-nutrients. Keep the beds moist so the microorganisms have a 

favorable environment. 

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