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Villages of Cypress Lakes<br />

<strong>Lakeside</strong><br />

<strong>November</strong> <strong>2020</strong><br />

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your newsletter possible<br />

are small businesses<br />

owned by your neighbors!<br />

Please give them a call<br />

when you need services<br />

for your home.<br />

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10710 Barker Cypress<br />

(about one mile south of Hwy. 290 in the<br />

HSE Medical Parking Lot)<br />

VILLAGES OF CYPRESS LAKES LAKESIDE IMPORTANT NUMBERS<br />

MANAGEMENT<br />

Inframark • www.inframark.com<br />

Association Manager: Sherridda Williams 281-504-1306<br />

Sherridda.Williams@inframark.com<br />

SECURITY<br />

For a Real Emergency Dial 911<br />

Harris County Sheriff’s Dept. Non-Emergency 713-221-6000<br />

Constable (24-Hr Emergency) 281-376-3472<br />

Cy-Fair Fire Station 4 (non-emergency) 281-550-6663<br />

TRASH/WATER<br />

Best Trash 281-313-2378<br />

Harris County MUD #391 713-860-6489<br />

www.HCMUD391.org<br />

Severn Trent Services 281-578-4265<br />

SCHOOLS<br />

Ault Elementary School 281-373-2800<br />

Farney Elementary School 281-373-2850<br />

Keith Elementary School 281-849-8250<br />

Goodson Middle School 281-373-2350<br />

Salyards Middle School 281-373-2400<br />

Cy-Ranch High School 281-373-2300<br />

Cy-Woods High School 281-213-1800<br />

www.cfisd.net<br />

IMPORTANT NUMBERS<br />

Poison Control 800-222-1222<br />

Animal Control 281-999-3191<br />

Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation 713-941-8972<br />

Mosquito Control 713-440-4800<br />

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

Harris Co. Public Health & Envir 713-439-6000<br />

U. S. Post Office 800-275-8777<br />

AT&T<br />

www.att.com<br />

AT&T Repair Center 800-246-8464<br />

Comcast Cable 713-341-1000<br />

En-Touch Systems 281-225-1000<br />

Reliant Energy (Repair) 713-207-7777<br />

Centerpoint Energy 713-659-2111<br />

Street Light Repair (give pole #) 713-207-2222<br />

www.centerpointenergy.com/outage<br />

To report gas leaks 713-659-3552<br />

Street Repair 281-463-6300<br />

HELPFUL WEBSITES<br />

DPS Sex Offenders website<br />

City of Houston Main Page<br />

Transtar Traffic Main Page<br />

Harris County Appraisal District<br />

http://records.txdps.state.tx.us<br />

www.houstontx.gov<br />

www.houstontranstar.org<br />

www.hcad.org<br />

PUBLISHED COURTESY OF KRENEK PRINTING<br />

281-463-8649 • www.KrenekPrinting.com<br />

Business Ads: ads@krenekprinting.com<br />

Non-Profit Articles: news@krenekprinting.com<br />

VICTORY PAINTING<br />

& WOOD ROT REPLACEMENT<br />

PR O MPT - RELIABLE - AFFORDABLE - SINCE 1993<br />

Interior & Exterior Painting • Storm Damage Repair<br />

Siding Replacement • Custom Woodwork<br />

Extensive References • Free Estimates<br />

Will Meet or Beat Competitor’s Prices • Satisfaction Guaranteed<br />

www.VictoryPaintingTx.com • VicNewman@Mail.com<br />

281-853-4575<br />

GUTTERS<br />

SEAMLESS ALUMINUM GUTTERS<br />

• Sales • Repairs • Cleanouts<br />

NOW OFFERING FINANCING!<br />

Ask us for more details!<br />

281-492-1991<br />

www.kustomgutters.com<br />

Joni & Jimmy Rechner<br />

Owners<br />

Family owned &<br />

operated for<br />

over 45 years!<br />

FREE Estimates • Lowest Price Guaranteed • LIFETIME LABOR WARRANTY<br />

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<strong>November</strong> <strong>2020</strong> | Villages of Cypress Lakes <strong>Lakeside</strong>


NEWS FROM THE BOARD<br />

Hello Neighbors, I hope this newsletter finds you well. I hope Halloween<br />

was fun for everyone.<br />

Our meetings are on the second Monday of the month and we are<br />

doing them by call in, make sure you are registered on Townsquare for<br />

the call in information.<br />

By now you should have received your ballot to send back either for<br />

quorum or with your votes. One ballot per household, in case you were<br />

wondering.<br />

We have been having some really great weather for walking around the<br />

lake, coming soon will be two benches to rest on (Thank you, Catherine<br />

Shook).<br />

Remember, just because you are stuck at home you still have to follow<br />

the guidelines for modifications on your home. If you are doing anything<br />

the same way or color it was when you bought your house you can do it.<br />

If you are adding to your house you need to fill out an ARC form, this is<br />

for a patio cover, a different style of fence or a pavilion in the backyard. If<br />

you have questions please reach out to a Board member or to Sherridda.<br />

Things to remember:<br />

• Trash bins must be stored out of sight • All outdoor animals must be on<br />

a leash - including cats and especially dogs you take on walks • Pick up<br />

your dog’s poo, your neighbors did not agree to take care of your dog<br />

• Yard maintenance is still a must do: trees need to be trimmed so that<br />

people can walk under them • grass needs to be edged • bushes need to<br />

be trimmed • replace pickets • weed your flower beds • you still need to<br />

waler some • This is a good time to see if your house needs repainted •<br />

You can’t store boats, RVs or vehicles you are rebuilding in your driveway<br />

Christmas is coming up, so get ready for the Decorating contest. We are<br />

also starting on Yard of the Month. The Christmas contest and the Yard of<br />

the Month both come with gift cards.<br />

Please remember that when you’re posting on social sites and want<br />

to put things about the neighborhood out there to mark it just for the<br />

neighborhood and not for every neighborhood around us.<br />

Start saving now for your annual dues coming out soon, they are due by<br />

the end of January.<br />

DON’T DUMP ANYTHING DOWN THE STORM DRAINS<br />

Keeping them clean helps us not to flood - if you’re caught it is a $5000<br />

fine.<br />

SLOW DOWN!!!<br />

This is a neighborhood! 30 MPH may be too fast. Give the kids time to<br />

load onto the bus and NEVER pass a bus with flashing red lights. The kids<br />

on the street are much more important than any excuse for fast and or<br />

reckless driving. Tell your teen drivers that you expect them to love and<br />

respect the neighborhood.<br />

LOITERING AND VANDALISM<br />

Please help us to keep our recreation areas safe and clean by reporting<br />

any and all loitering after dark directly to the Constable at 281-376-3472.<br />

Please also remember to report any suspicious persons walking around<br />

the community or at the parks immediately to the Constable Patrol. Don’t<br />

call the management co or HOA Director, We’re NOT the law! Better safe<br />

than sorry!<br />

TRASHCANS<br />

BEST TRASH is the service for <strong>Lakeside</strong> Residential, your community.<br />

They can be contacted 281-313-2378. Check their website for holidays,<br />

remembering they will pick up on the next regular pick up day.<br />

• Please do not put trash out before the night before trash day and be<br />

sure to pick them up after collection.<br />

• Trashcans make the streets look very messy when not out for pick-up.<br />

• Trash cans have the most violation letters sent out.<br />

• Remember to place trashcans in the garage, backyard or behind a<br />

barrier by the house, that looks nice and hides the can. The new barrier<br />

must hide cans from street and be acceptable. Cans just stored by your<br />

house or on your patio will get you a compliance violation letter.<br />

Please be a responsible homeowner.<br />

TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS<br />

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

DISCLAIMER<br />

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

on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out references<br />

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

from the subdivision who wish to find part time jobs. Responsibility for<br />

any work done by these teenagers is between those seeking helpers and<br />

the teens and their parents.<br />

CODE KEY:<br />

B - BABYSITTING, CPR - CPR CERT., FAC - FIRST AID CERT., RCC - RED<br />

CROSS CERT., SS - SAFE SITTER, SL - SWIM LESSONS, PP - PET/PLANT<br />

SITTER, P - PET CARE ONLY, H - HOUSE CARE, L - LAWN CARE, C- CAR<br />

CARE/DETAILING, T - TUTORING<br />

TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS NOT AVAILABLE ONLINE<br />

PREPARE YOUR HOME FOR WINTER<br />

Preparing your home for winter can save you time and money. A little<br />

preparation time in October or <strong>November</strong> can save you from the<br />

heartache of these winter disasters.<br />

GUTTERS - Remove leaves and other debris from gutters, so they move<br />

and properly drain. Improper drainage can cause seepage into the house<br />

causing water to drip from the ceiling and walls.<br />

TREES - It is important to trim the trees especially over the roof area,<br />

driveway and walkways. Ice and wind could cause weak or dead branches<br />

to break. This could damage your home, your car or injure someone.<br />

INSULATION/PIPES - How’s your insulation? Proper insulation saves<br />

in your utility bills and also helps protect pipes from freezing. Wrap all<br />

exposed pipes. Check for cracks and leaks and have them repaired to<br />

prevent more costly repairs later. Learn how to shut off the water. If your<br />

pipes do freeze, shutting off the water may help prevent the pipes from<br />

bursting. Keep the temperature inside the house at least 65 degrees. A<br />

lower temperature may not keep the pipes from freezing.<br />

HEATING SYSTEM - It is important to service your heating system at least<br />

once a year. If you have a wood burning fireplace, the chimney should<br />

also be serviced once a year. Smoke and fire alarms should be working<br />

properly and you might consider installing a carbon dioxide detector.<br />

IF YOU ARE AWAY FROM HOME - If you are going to be gone for an<br />

extended period of time during very cold weather, drain the pipes to<br />

prevent freezing. Also have someone check on your home regularly. If<br />

there is a problem, it can be fixed quickly, possibly preventing further<br />

damage. Remember to have mail and newspaper delivery held and<br />

notify the constables that you will be gone. Go to www.constablepct4.<br />

com to put a vacation watch on your home.<br />

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CRAFT SHOWS<br />

SECOND ANNUAL HOLIDAY MARKET<br />

Faith West Academy (2225 Porter Rd) is holding its Second Annual Holiday<br />

Market on Saturday, <strong>November</strong> 7, <strong>2020</strong>, 10 AM-4 PM. Come out and spend<br />

some time supporting local artists and vendors while getting a head start<br />

on holiday shopping! Please contact FaithWestFineArtsNetwork@gmail.<br />

com for more information.<br />

GOLF TOURNAMENTS<br />

FALL SPECIALS ON EQUIPMENT INSTALLS<br />

• Annual<br />

Maintenance<br />

Programs<br />

• All repairs<br />

guaranteed<br />

The One You’ll Prefer<br />

• Serving area<br />

since 1994<br />

Free estimate or 2 nd opinion<br />

281-394-0340<br />

$25 off<br />

any<br />

repair<br />

License TACLB 24777E and Insured<br />

Expires 11/30/20<br />

Do you have<br />

HOT or COLD<br />

rooms?<br />

Dust Problems?<br />

0% Interest<br />

financing available<br />

WAC<br />

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• $15.95/month<br />

• Award-Winning<br />

• BBB Rated A+<br />

• Full Service<br />

TX Lic. B16768 • ACR-1704954<br />

Expires 11/30/20<br />

Switch for the Savings - Stay for The Service<br />

THE SIGN<br />

OF A SMART<br />

HOMEOWNER! ®<br />

MEMBER<br />

Greater Houston<br />

• Locally Owned<br />

• Cameras<br />

• Fire/Burglary<br />

• Home/Business<br />

HOUSTON • A FULL SERVICE SECURITY COMPANY<br />

10122 Long Point Rd. #115<br />

Houston, TX 77043<br />

HOUSTON OPEN BIRDIES FOR CHARITY®<br />

What is Birdies for Charity®? Birdies for Charity® is a fundraising program<br />

designed to give local charities the opportunity to generate contributions<br />

through the Houston Open. 100% of your donation goes directly to the<br />

charity of your choice. The Houston Open will also award the top three<br />

donation-collecting charities and one randomly drawn charity with an<br />

additional bonus. In 2019, the Houston Open distributed $615,000 to<br />

local nonprofits.<br />

How can I participate in Birdies for Charity®? There are two ways to donate<br />

to the Birdies for Charity program:<br />

1. Make a pledge of one cent or more for every “Birdie” made by the PGA<br />

Tour Pros during the Houston Open. If 1,500 birdies are made during the<br />

<strong>2020</strong> event, here are the totals for some typical pledge amounts:<br />

• 1 cent pledge = $15 total pledge<br />

• 3 cent pledge = $45 total pledge<br />

• 10 cent pledge = $150 total pledge<br />

• $1 pledge = $1,500 total pledge<br />

The minimum birdie pledge is $.01 and the maximum pledge is $1. The<br />

last day to submit a pledge is Sunday, <strong>November</strong> 8, <strong>2020</strong>. Last year, 1,244<br />

birdies were made at the Houston Open. FYI we are playing at a new<br />

course this year.<br />

2. Make a flat donation not tied to birdies. For flat donations, the minimum is<br />

$20. To donate, please visit our Charity page at www.houstonopengolf.com.<br />

Grand Prize: You are eligible to enter our “Guess the Birdie” contest when<br />

you donate or make a pledge to one of our local charities. Guess the total<br />

number of birdies that will be made by PGA Tour Pros during the Houston<br />

Open, Nov. 2-8, <strong>2020</strong>. One grand prize will be given to the person who<br />

guesses the correct number. In case of ties, winners will be randomly<br />

selected. One lucky supporter of the Houston Open Birdies for Charity®<br />

program will win an Astros *Suite Night at Minute Maid Park. *Suite night<br />

2021 date will be determined by the Astros organization and sent to<br />

the winner once determined. For more information about the Houston<br />

Open Birdies for Charity® program, please contact Monica Whitt at info@<br />

astrosgolf.com.<br />

33ND ANNUAL B. F. ADAM GOLF CLASSIC<br />

POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER<br />

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Cy-Fair Educational Foundation<br />

(CFEF) trustees graded 1200+ scholarship applications and met via Zoom<br />

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

graduating seniors planning to attend Lone Star College full-time in the<br />

fall, our application is open now through May 11, <strong>2020</strong>. This summer, the<br />

Foundation will award $72,000 from the Edwin C. Schroeder Endowment<br />

Fund. The Foundation looks forward to recognizing our <strong>2020</strong> scholarship<br />

recipients this August.<br />

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With the Stay Home - Work Safe Mandate through the end of April, the<br />

Foundation has decided to postpone the B. F. Adam Golf Classic until<br />

the COVID-19 risk is minimal within our community for the safety of our<br />

288 golfers and over 100 volunteers, trustees and staff, who help make<br />

this event a tremendous success, as well as the staff at BlackHorse Golf<br />

Club. Our 33 rd annual B. F. Adam Golf Class has been moved to Monday,<br />

<strong>November</strong> 16, <strong>2020</strong>.<br />

Celebrating 50 years as a non-profit raising money to fund scholarships<br />

for Cypress-Fairbanks ISD high school graduates, the Cy-Fair Educational<br />

Foundation is looking forward to our exciting Fall lineup of events.<br />

Monday, <strong>November</strong> 16, <strong>2020</strong> - B. F. Adam Golf Classic<br />

Thursday-Saturday, December 10-12, <strong>2020</strong> – Houston Methodist Cy-<br />

Hoops Invitational<br />

The Cy-Fair Educational Foundation is incredibly grateful for the<br />

unwavering generosity of the Cy-Fair community and the commitment<br />

of our Board of Trustees. Over the last 50 years, the Foundation has grown<br />

tremendously awarding more than $9 million to graduating seniors<br />

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

all contributions are tax deductible, as allowed by the law. For more<br />

information please contact marie@thecfef.org or visit our website at<br />

www.theCFEF.org.<br />

FUNDRAISERS<br />

BE A BLESSING ADOPT AN ANGEL<br />

HOW DO I HOST AN ANGEL TREE (25+ ANGELS)?<br />

•Visit our website now at https://angeltreehouston.org/corporateregistration/<br />

• Fill out the quick registration form • Upon Registration, The Salvation<br />

Army will provide, after <strong>November</strong> 2, <strong>2020</strong>, all you need to get started!<br />

(Requested angels, bags, tags, instruction video) • After Nov. 2 nd , Angel<br />

Tags are available online (includes: toy wish, clothing sizes) • Purchase<br />

items from wish list • Return gifts, which will be sorted and prepared for<br />

distribution<br />

WHAT IF I WANT TO ADOPT JUST A FEW? No need to register! Check<br />

back at our website (https://angeltreehouston.org) on <strong>November</strong> 2, <strong>2020</strong><br />

to pick your angels online!<br />

KIDS’ MEALS 12TH ANNUAL HARVEST<br />

LUNCHEON GOES VIRTUAL ON<br />

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, <strong>2020</strong>, 11:45 AM<br />

A vivacious Kid’ Meals’ “spokeskid” will emcee the luncheon and welcome<br />

guests to an inspiring, engaging and entertaining afternoon. Guests will join<br />

a virtual ride-along in a Kids’ Meals van to deliver meals directly to the homes<br />

of hungry children and will also enjoy a special “Who is Kids’ Meals” and<br />

“Cycle of Poverty” animated presentation. Attendees will also experience a<br />

virtual tour of Kids’ Meals’ newly expanded 18,000 sq. ft. space and virtually<br />

meet kids from the Kids’ Meals program along with a few of the thousands<br />

of volunteers including staff drivers who kept the program running during<br />

COVID. While learning the impact of hunger in Houston, guests will be<br />

able to participate in an online raffle and silent auction curated by Silent<br />

Auction Chairs Vanessa and Jeremy Goebel. During the luncheon, Kids’<br />

Meals will recognize volunteers who stepped up and devoted their time<br />

to help the Kids’ Meals program grow 135 percent overnight to feed more<br />

than 7,500 children a day at the peak of the pandemic earlier this year. Kids’<br />

Meals invites everyone to support the mission to end childhood hunger<br />

by purchasing individual tickets, underwrite tables and host their own<br />

viewing party with a gourmet meal delivered to their door by Click Virtual<br />

Kitchen. For more information about Kids’ Meals including information<br />

about purchasing tickets to the Harvest Luncheon visit www.kidsmealsinc.<br />

org. For more information about Kids’ Meals, visit www.kidsmealsinc.org or<br />

follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.<br />

Water Heaters • Drain Problems<br />

Faucet Installation & Repair<br />

Gas Test • Water Leaks & Much More<br />

35+ Years Experience<br />

832-890-8449<br />

info@tonysplumbingtx.com<br />

www.tonysplumbingtx.com<br />

Carpentry<br />

Fences<br />

Sheetrock<br />

MPL#40815<br />

Siding<br />

Lights<br />

Tile<br />

NOW IS A GREAT TIME TO SELL!<br />

Hidden Arbor<br />

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1 1/2 Story • MLS# 90779669<br />

Free Estimates<br />

Always there for you!<br />

Painting<br />

Granite<br />

Roofs<br />

$30 off<br />

any Job<br />

Over $95<br />

Low Price Guarantee<br />

Licensed & Insured<br />

FREE ESTIMATES<br />

Plumbing<br />

Doors<br />

Remodeling<br />

In the last few months, I’ve sold the<br />

following homes in Lakes of Rosehill:<br />

17411 W. Summer Rose<br />

17407 Rose Garden Trail • 16619 Rose View Court<br />

17323 E. Lake Rose Court • 16623 Rose View Court<br />

16607 Cottage Rose Trail • 3702 Pinebrook Hollow<br />

Having lived in the community for 14 years, I am well versed and<br />

knowledgeable regarding pricing, HOA and septic. I consistently get high<br />

dollar results for my clients. Give me a call to see what I can do for you!<br />

Dawn Bier<br />

Real Estate Agent,<br />

ABR, CHMS, CNE,<br />

Military Relocation Specialist<br />

832-797-1605<br />

281-852-4444<br />

dawnbsellshomes@aol.com<br />

1100 W. Main St., Ste. 211<br />

Tomball, TX 77375<br />

COLDWELL BANKER<br />

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I can help you buy or sell in<br />

Cypress, Tomball, Spring or The Woodlands<br />

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CHRISTMAS WREATHS & OTHER HOLIDAY<br />

EVERGREENS - CUB SCOUT PACK 70 FUNDRAISER<br />

Pack 70 is part of Boy Scouts of America in the Sam Houston Area Council<br />

and is sponsored by The Church Without Walls. The Pack is active units<br />

with monthly activities that include camping trips, pinewood derby,<br />

fishing, hiking, district pushmobile races and several community service<br />

projects. We teach the core values of scouting and our goal is to provide<br />

an opportunity for scouts and their parents to participate in fun activities<br />

with other scouting families. Boys between the ages of 5 and 11, in grades<br />

Kindergarten thru 5th can join Cub Scouts throughout the school year<br />

Each year Cub Scout Pack 70 needs to raise funds to support the activities<br />

of our youth membership. This year we are selling Christmas Wreaths and<br />

other Holiday Evergreens and hope we can rely on your help.<br />

Through our online fundraising website www.sherwoodfundraiser.<br />

com/pack70htx you can help by purchasing a beautiful, fresh Wreath,<br />

Centerpiece and/or Garland. Deadline to order will be <strong>November</strong> 9 th .<br />

There are two opportunities to make a purchase. Local Delivery (open to<br />

the NW Houston/Katy area) where your purchase will be placed on your<br />

porch area or Direct Delivery sent by a carrier.<br />

Please use the Paypal Payment Option.<br />

Direct Delivery is also a great option to send gifts to customers, clients or<br />

family members.<br />

A portion of the proceeds are dedicated to our organization! Thank you<br />

in advance for your help in supporting Cub Scout Pack 70.<br />

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THEATER/ARTS<br />

THEATRE SUBURBIA<br />

4106 Way Out West Dr. Houston, Texas 77092, 713-682-3525<br />

Fridays and Saturdays at 8:30 PM, Sunday matinees at 3 PM<br />

Reservations are strongly encouraged. Tickets: $18 Adults, $15 Students<br />

& Seniors and $16 Sunday Matinees. Cash, Check and all Major Credit<br />

Cards are accepted in payment. For reservations, call 713-682-3525 or<br />

reserve seats online at www.theatresuburbia.org. Theatre Suburbia is<br />

Northwest Houston’s longest running all volunteer playhouse. We are<br />

currently celebrating our 58 th season and have now produced nearly 400<br />

shows. Throughout the years, we have endeavored to provide quality,<br />

live theatre to the Houston area. Theatre Suburbia is funded in part by<br />

the City of Houston through the Houston Arts Alliance.<br />

A.D PLAYERS AT THE GEORGE THEATER<br />

5420 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77056<br />

<strong>2020</strong>-2021 SEASON TICKETS NOW ON SALE!<br />

We are calling the <strong>2020</strong>/2021 season, A Season Of Discovery. It is perhaps<br />

our most ambitious season yet, featuring two commissioned World<br />

Premieres, two Houston Premieres and two musicals!<br />

Remember, the more shows you subscribe to, the more you save! Buy 6<br />

shows and receive 20% off our regular ticket price (that’s a whole show<br />

for FREE), buy 5 shows and receive 18% off our regular ticket price, 4<br />

shows and receive 15% off or buy 3 shows and receive 10% off our regular<br />

ticket price! ALL packages include FREE exchanges and the opportunity<br />

to purchase unlimited additional single tickets at your subscriber rate!<br />

You can choose between a 6, 5, 4 or 3 show package! We have limited<br />

availability via phone at this time, so if you have questions or need<br />

assistance, please email rather than call. A representative from our box<br />

office will call you back as soon as possible. Be assured, as we prepare to<br />

return in the fall, there will be a new focus on social distancing, as well as<br />

expanded health and safety measures for your protection.<br />

THE CHRISTMAS SHOES - NOVEMBER 25-DECEMBER 27, <strong>2020</strong><br />

Photograph 51 - January 20-February 7, 2021<br />

The Spitfire Grill - March 3-21, 2021<br />

Is He Dead? - April 21-May 9, 2021<br />

Mary Poppins - June 16-July 18, 2021<br />

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

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

STAGEWORKS THEATRE<br />

10760 Grant Road, Houston, TX 77070<br />

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

Sunday matinees at 3 PM<br />

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

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• Download ebooks and audiobooks, stream movies, research and learn<br />

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• Check your account to renew loans or request books<br />

• eBooks, comics or graphic novels through OverDrive<br />

• Stream classic films, indie cinema and award-winning documentaries<br />

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• Listen to audiobooks through RBDigital or OverDrive<br />

• Read along and play with picture books on TumbleBooks<br />

• Ask us a question via chat on Ask a Librarian<br />

• Get book recommendations via Book Hunters<br />

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BEAR CREEK COMMUNITY CENTER<br />

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Cherry Lollipops<br />

You could make this on National Candy Day <strong>November</strong> 4th!<br />

INGREDIENTS:<br />

Nonstick cooking spray<br />

3/4 cup granulated sugar<br />

1/2 cup light corn syrup<br />

1/4 cup butter<br />

1 box (3-ounce) cherry gelatin dessert mix<br />

Special Equipment:<br />

20 (4-inch) lollipop sticks<br />

Metal tablespoon-size measuring spoon<br />

Candy thermometer<br />

DIRECTIONS:<br />

Spray 2 large baking sheets with nonstick spray. Arrange 10 lollipop<br />

sticks on each baking sheet, spacing evenly apart.<br />

Stir sugar, corn syrup and butter in small saucepan over low heat until<br />

sugar has dissolved. Slowly bring to boil, stirring frequently. Continue<br />

cooking for 7 minutes or until candy thermometer registers 275 degrees.<br />

Stir in gelatin until smooth. Using metal tablespoon and working quickly,<br />

spoon syrup over one end of each lollipop stick. Cool completely.<br />

Wrap each lollipop in plastic wrap and store in airtight container.<br />

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Amish White Bread<br />

You could make this on Homemade Bread Day <strong>November</strong> 17th!<br />

INGREDIENTS:<br />

2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)<br />

2/3 cup white sugar<br />

1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast<br />

1 1/2 teaspoons salt<br />

1/4 cup vegetable oil<br />

6 cups bread flour<br />

DIRECTIONS:<br />

In a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water and then stir in yeast.<br />

Allow to proof until yeast resembles a creamy foam. Mix salt and oil into<br />

the yeast. Mix in flour one cup at a time. Knead dough on a lightly floured<br />

surface until smooth. Place in a well oiled bowl and turn dough to coat.<br />

Cover with a damp cloth. Allow to rise until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.<br />

Punch dough down. Knead for a few minutes and divide in half. Shape<br />

into loaves and place into two well oiled 9x5 inch loaf pans. Allow to rise<br />

for 30 minutes or until dough has risen 1 inch above pans.<br />

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• Fertilize St. Augustine turf with a winterizing formula to promote<br />

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• As chrysanthemums and other perennials finish blooming, cut<br />

flowering stalks to the ground to permit all strength to be used in<br />

making root growth.<br />

• Feed roses lightly, but avoid nitrogen fertilizers. Do not prune now.<br />

Keep up spraying program and water deeply.<br />

• Remove dead foliage and plant debris to help eradicate insects<br />

and disease organisms. Thin out and transfer volunteer seedlings.<br />

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• Bananas are more likely to bear fruit if the trunk does not die back<br />

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have parents who served in Iraq or Afghanistan alone. All<br />

of us share in the responsibility of caring for our military<br />

families and veterans. These families have stepped up to<br />

the plate at great personal cost and the toll that multiple<br />

and extended deployments take can be very high. Stress<br />

levels sky rocket and spouses and children can struggle<br />

when service members are gone for prolonged periods<br />

and some may even have a difficult time adjusting when<br />

the service member returns. All of these families deserve<br />

some recognition and our appreciation.<br />

10 WAYS TO RECOGNIZE MILITARY FAMILY<br />

APPRECIATION MONTH<br />

The month of <strong>November</strong> is Military Family Month. This provides us all the opportunity<br />

to celebrate the sacrifices and contributions that service members’ families have made<br />

and continue to make. As we celebrate the annual <strong>November</strong> Military Appreciation<br />

Month take the time to honor our veterans, their families and the sacrifices they’ve<br />

made.<br />

“Military families exemplify the courage and resolve that define our national character.<br />

For their country and their loved ones, they rise to the challenges of multiple<br />

deployments and frequent moves - spouses who care and provide for children in their<br />

partners’ absence, kids who make new friends and leave known comforts behind. They<br />

are the force behind the force, patriots who support their family members in uniform<br />

while enriching the communities they call home.” The sacrifices and duty involved in<br />

service to the nation often goes unnoticed by those in the civilian world. Countless<br />

moves. Nonstop deployments. Extended deployments…Over two million children<br />

Families who not only survive, but thrive - who every day<br />

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Month take the time to honor our veterans, their families<br />

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babysit. Often. It can be a sanity saver.<br />

6. Perform a random act of kindness for the family, while<br />

remaining anonymous.<br />

7. Volunteer your time. Cut the grass. Rake leaves. Clear<br />

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10 Alternatives to a<br />

Thanksgiving Turkey<br />

There are plenty of alternative Thanksgiving meals that<br />

will give you that holiday feeling. Here are some ideas:<br />

• Pork Roast: Adding apples and cinnamon will ensure<br />

that no one misses the turkey when you serve this dish. It<br />

smells and tastes like holiday heaven.<br />

• Roasted Chicken: A roasted chicken certainly qualifies as<br />

a solid turkey replacement.<br />

• Thanksgiving Jambalaya: You can substitute any meat<br />

here: turkey breast slices, chicken, shrimp.<br />

• Baked Cod or Microwaved Salmon: Who says you can’t<br />

serve fish on Thanksgiving!<br />

• Eggplant Parmesan: Both vegetarians and nonvegetarians<br />

alike will love you for this.<br />

• Leg of Lamb: A great alternative that will everyone,<br />

especially if you add exotic spices and seasonings.<br />

• Beef Stew: Hearty and plentiful; your house will be filled<br />

with the most amazing aromas.<br />

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bean casserole, salad with all the fixins’ and of course<br />

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• Rainbow plate: make sure your plate has color - fresh/<br />

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