Villages at Lakepointe August 2020

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Your Community is Fighting Back
We have already won the case, but...
you must file your claim to be eligible for compensation.
After Harvey, the Army Corps of Engineers refused to take responsibility for
intentionally using Upstream properties to store storm water. After a hard-fought
courtroom battle in 2019, Judge Lettow issued his decision. He found the
government liable under the Fifth Amendment for the intentional flooding of
Upstream homes and businesses. In a landmark case, Judge Lettow ruled that
intentional government action was the sole cause of the Upstream flooding.
Upstream residents have filed lawsuits to protect and enforce their Fifth
Amendment rights to just compensation. Attorney Armi Easterby is honored to
represent over 1,300 Upstream families and businesses.
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The Chief Judge of the Court of
Federal Claims picked attorney Armi
Easterby to serve as Co-Lead Counsel
to protect the rights of individual
plaintiffs. Armi and his legal team
have taken the lead in obtaining
sworn testimonies from dozens of
government witnesses in
Washington, D.C., West Virginia, and
Texas. Pictures and videos from our
Upstream plaintiffs helped to prove
that the Army Corps’ actions were
the sole cause of flooding. Litigation
is still ongoing to determine financial
compensation and there is still time
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DIRECT ALL CALLS AND EMAILS TO GRAHAM MANAGEMENT: 713-334-8000
Leeanne Austin Email: laustin@grahammanagementhouston.com
Address: 2825 Wilcrest Dr., Suite 600 • Houston, TX 77042
Officer Glentzer 713-471-1882
POOL COMPANY: Pools by Dallas 713-932-8803
VAL HOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
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EMERGENCY: 911
Cy-Fair Fire Dept. (non-emergency) 713-466-4073
Sheriff Dept. (non-emergency) 713-221-6000
Non-emergencies include anything
suspicious, though non-life threatening.
UTILITIES:
Entex - Gas 713-659-2111
Reliant Energy - Electricity 713-207-7777
TX Pride - Waste/Recycling 281-342-8178
COUNTY COMMISSIONER:
Jack Cagle • www.hcp4.net 281-353-8424
SCHOOLS:
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Lee Elementary 713-849-8281
Truitt Middle School 281-856-1100
Cy-Ridge High School 281-807-8000
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If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job
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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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Important Information
MANAGEMENT COMPANY
Please direct all calls, emails and correspondence to Graham Management.
Our manager is Leeann Austin.
Phone: 713-334-8000
Email: LAUSTIN@GRAHAMMANAGEMENTHOUSTON.COM
Address: 2825 Wilcrest Dr., Suite 600
Houston, TX 77042
VLP POOL RULES
The VLP pool is open Tuesdays-Sundays, 5 AM-10 PM year round for your
enjoyment. The pool closes at 10 PM daily. Please be considerate of our
neighbors and exit the pool at this time. Anyone inside the pool area after
10 PM will be considered trespassing. In addition to these reminders, a
complete list of rules is posted at the pool.
**During this time, there is a capacity of swimmers allowed at the pool
at one time. Please be considerate of other residents and adhere to the
current restrictions set forth due to COVID. At this time, NO guest visitors
are allowed to use the pool. Please see signage posted at pool regarding
current mandates on capacity. **
The Pool Management Company is Pools by Dallas - 713-932-8803
Please contact Graham Management for issues with pool cards and/or
gate issues.
MONTHLY HOA MEETINGS:
We encourage all residents to participate in the monthly HOA meetings.
It is your forum to ask questions, share suggestions and stay connected
with neighbors and planned activities.
When: The first Monday evening of each month (except on Holidays and
in December) at 6:30 PM.
Where: The Comfort Suites, 11440 Clay Road, Houston, 77041.
**Meetings are currently being held via Zoom until further notice. **
Please see the Graham Management website at
grahammanagementhouston.com to verify meeting dates, to view
previous meeting minutes and more.
Eblasts will not be sent as notification for Board meetings as this info is
now on the website.
We look forward to seeing you at the next Board Meeting!
VLP SAFETY TIPS
Officer Glentzer patrols VLP and shared the following valuable tips. Safety
and awareness are key.
• If you SEE something, SAY something. Don’t be afraid to call in suspicious
activity and behavior. It gives our officers reason to investigate further
and could deter criminal activity.
• Call 713-221-6000 with non-emergency issues and 911 with emergencies
• Let our very own Deputy Glentzer (713-471-1882) know if you will be
away so he can keep an eye on your home
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WATER USAGE
TNG is the operator for MUD 370. Villages at Lakepointe, Lakes on Eldridge
North and Nanaksar Colony make up MUD 370.
The meter readings and total monthly usage are listed on your invoices.
The average usage per month this time of year is approximately 10,000
gallons. If you are using significantly more water than that, check for
things like running toilets or leaks. TNG is also a good resource and can
be reached at 281-350-0895.
FENCE STAIN COLORS
Fences are required to be kept stained in the following colors:
Behr Exterior Wood Stain in Cappuccino Solid (SC-142)
Behr Exterior Wood Stain in Valise Solid (SC-123)
Behr Exterior Wood Stain in Cappuccino Semi Transparent (ST-142)
Behr Exterior Wood Stain in Valise Semi Transparent (ST-123)
DESIGN GUIDELINES
The Design Guidelines are detailed descriptions of criteria related
to the outside of your home and landscape. A complete list of these
guidelines can be found on the Graham Management website at www.
grahammanagementhouston.com.
As VLP approaches 20+ years, it is critical to keep the integrity of the
neighborhood by upkeep of homes and yards. Please take a look at this
information to see if there is anything you can do to your residence to
help keep our home values up.
PET OWNER FRIENDLY REMINDERS
Please remember to adhere to county laws regarding your pet by always
having your pet on a leash when outside of your house or backyard. This
is a safety precaution as well, due to the drainage ditch that runs through
VLP and can be a place where Coyotes and other animals can be found.
Additionally, please pick up after your pet. Germs and disease can be
spread in fecal matter, not to mention the mess it causes when stepped
in. Trash cans have been installed in common areas in VLP for your
convenience. Be a good neighbor and pick up your pet waste, including
other resident’s yards and walking paths.
TREES AND SIDEWALKS
It is the responsibility of the homeowner to trim the trees on their
property. This includes the trees on the outside of the sidewalk that lines
the property. There are many overgrown tree branches that hang down
and pose a danger to pedestrians. Many requests and complaints have
been received asking reminders to be sent to residents with low hanging
branches. If a resident is injured by a tree on your property, you are liable,
so please go ahead and trim those branches!
Additionally, many of the sidewalks have become significantly uneven.
This also poses a risk to pedestrians and is the responsibility of the
homeowner to correct. The liability falls on the homeowner if an injury
does occur.
As VLP reaches just over 20 years, upkeep is necessary to keep our
community looking good and to keep residents safer. Thank you for
doing your part as a homeowner to keep VLP a great place to live!
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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
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dogs in need of a loving family. The purpose of the National Dog Day
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A dog is man’s best friend. When dogs find a forever home, their
companionship creates lifelong benefits. They bring with them joy,
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Take your dog for a walk. If you do not have a dog, ask to take your
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The CFISD Board of Trustees approved the recommendation to modify
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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
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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
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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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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,
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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
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schools and other smaller communities where people can come together
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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
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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
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fall, our application is open now through May 11, 2020. This summer, the
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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
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who help make this event a tremendous success, as well as the staff at
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Thursday, October 15, 2020 - Salute to the Stars
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25 CAMPGROUNDS WITHIN/AROUND
2 HOURS OF HOUSTON TX
It’s summertime and that means it’s time to get out the camping gear, fishing
poles and sun screen! There’s no better way to relax than to sit outside of the
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
as well. Campsites have full hookups and some sites even hold up to 60
people. Stephen F. Austin State Park also holds events for youth over the
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summer. Nearby attractions include but are not limited to: a neighboring
golf course, a beautiful riverbank to fish from and the San Felipe de
Austin State
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
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in your RV and more. If you’ve got yourself a Fido who wanders himself
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your nose’s) convenience. Take advantage of the swimming pool, the
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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,
this is a wonderful place to relax and play in the great outdoors.
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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.
The winters are not as frigid as up north, so you can always count on decent
weather should you decide to vacation here! There are plenty of places in the
area for you to check out, making it perfect for both short or extended stays.
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FAMILY FUN MONTH
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some time this month for family fun.
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• Family bike ride
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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:
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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.
Source: http://allrecipes.com/
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GIRL SCOUTS OF SAN JACINTO COUNCIL
COPPER CREEK MEADOWS COMMUNITY
Girl Scouting is open to all girls ages 5 (must be in Kindergarten) through
18 who are willing to accept the Girl Scout Promise and Law. Copper
Creek Meadows Community serves girls in the residence areas for the
following elementary schools (as well as the corresponding middle and
high schools): Birkes, Fiest, Hairgrove, Horne, Kirk, Lee, Lieder, Lowery,
Metcalf, Owens, Tipps, Wilson, Epiphany Lutheran Church and Harmony
School of Excellence. Home schooled and private school students are
always welcome. More information about Girl Scouts may be found
on the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council website, www.gssjc.org The
Council phone number is 713-292-0300. To join: www.gssjc.org/join. For
information on the Copper Creek Meadows Community, please contact
us at ccmgirlscouts@gmail.com Girl Scouts builds girls of Courage,
Confidence and Character, who make the world a better place.
SAM HOUSTON AREA COUNCIL
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
FAMILY FOCUSED. VALUE DRIVEN. Cub Scouting is a year-round
program uniquely designed to meet the needs of young boys & girls
(kindergarten through fifth grade) and their families. The program offers
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
through high school that provides fun, adventure, learning, challenge
and responsibility to help them become the best version of themselves.
In Scouts BSA, young men and women go places, test themselves and
have one-of-a-kind adventures that can’t be found anywhere else. There
is something for everyone in Scouting! New scouting units are starting
in your community right now. Come join an adventure of a lifetime in
Scouting. For more information, please contact Marcus Jackson marcus.
jackson@scouting.org or Leslie Anderson leslie.anderson2@scouting.org.
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.
BOY SCOUT TROOP 838
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.
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA -
COPPERHEAD DISTRICT
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.
BOY SCOUT TROOP 61
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.
BOY SCOUT TROOP 3
Boys, are you yearning for exciting outdoor programs that stir your
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!
PACK 4 CUB SCOUTS
Come Join Pack 4 Cub Scouts at Lieder Elementary for the first 3 Tuesdays
of each month at 7 PM. We help turn young boys into men with fun and
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.
Jones at 281-558-5722.
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