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1February 2012 Canyon Gate Published by: Krenek Printing 7102 Glen Chase Ct • Houston, TX 77095 • 281-463-8649 email: [email protected] for articles • [email protected] for business ads • [email protected] for classified ads

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Closed SaturdayVoicemail is available. Calls will be returned during scheduled office hours.

Christmas Party The Board of Directors would like to thank all those involved in assisting with the annual Christmas party on December 17, 2011. It was a huge success! Special thanks goes to the following individual volunteers for all their hard work - we couldn’t have done it without you!

Luis Flores Eileen SwansonVirgilio Arciniegas Nick SwansonAlexandra Arciniegas Ron BoucherValentina Arciniegas Kathleen TerryDana Cortorreal Marnie Leaney

We also want to thank Santa Claus for his special appearance. The local fire department also deserves kudos for their equipment display, including their $1.5 million ladder truck.

The carolers also did a great job and deserve recognition - thanks so much for holiday music!

Cathy Dietsch Alexa Bowers Karelynn Dobson Chinami Kidama Federick Artmann

2012 ASSESSmENTS DUE JANUARy 31ST

A $50 discount ($1,010) is offered for those who pay by January 31, 2012 - this now includes credit card payments, as well as checks (a 3% transaction fee will be applied for credit card payments or e-checks). Dues can be paid with your Visa or MasterCard - either in person at the onsite office or via the website at www.canyongateatcincoranch.com. Interest starts accruing March 1st. please note that cash payments over $200 can not be accepted at the office; please get a cashier’s check or money order.

The HOA will work with homeowners if a payment plan is needed. please be advised that you must contact the office directly via email ([email protected]) or phone (281-492-6020) to request a payment plan - they will not be set up automati-cally if you mail a payment to the bank lockbox with a note.

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If a plan is set up, please pay the exact amount due on or before the due date - interest is calculated into the plan. You must set up a payment plan prior to April 1st and the 1st payment must be received by that date to avoid being turned over to the attorney for collection. NO PLANS WILL BE SET UP AFTER APRIL 1st. The earlier you call to set up a plan, the easier it will be to work the plan into your budget. The board is willing to work with those hav-ing financial difficulties, but urges all homeowners to set a plan up early and keep up with the payments.

LOOSE ANIMALSThere have been a number of loose animals in the community recently. Please be mindful of your pet and regularly check the perimeter of your fence to be sure it will stay safely within the con-fines of your yard. There are many people who are afraid of pets (dogs in particular) and can find them very frightening, even it if they are not aggressive.

REMINDER ABOUT PARKING REGULATIONSPlease be aware that overnight parking regulations will be more strictly enforced (NO CURbSIDE PARKING between the hours of 11:00 PM - 9:00 AM). Our streets were not designed for parking and are simply not wide enough to accommodate all the vehicles. School buses as well as garbage trucks have, at times, been unable to navigate in our community due to the large number of vehicles parked in the street. It is also very difficult to back out of a driveway when there are multiple vehicles parked across the street. Please park vehicles in garages or driveways.

RECREATION CENTER RENTALThe recreation center has a room available for parties, meeting, reunions, etc. A signed contract plus a $300 security deposit will hold your reservation. Homeowners must be current on their dues (or payment plans) and rental fees must be received prior to the party. The rental rate is $35 an hour with a two-hour minimum. The key for the clubhouse is to be signed out and returned to the guards in the guardhouse. Please READ THE CONTRACT CAREFULLY before signing - this is a binding legal document and the rules and regulations stipulated in the contract will be enforced. Call the onsite office for additional information.

HARRIS COUNTY TOLL TAGSPlease call the onsite office (281-492-6020) or email us to register your Harris County toll tag ([email protected]). The following information is required: Name, Address, Vehicle Make & Model and Old and New EZ Tag Numbers. Please do not give tag information to the guards - they do not have access to the gate computer. PLEASE REMEMBER to have your old tag number available when you are registering a new tag, so we can remove it from the system.

The sticker-type EZ tags can be programmed into the system. However, the signal is not as powerful as that of the battery-powered tags. Please approach the gate slowly and stay as close to the left median as possible (that is where the reader is located); the new tags can’t be read by the system until you are very close to the gate.

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DeeD RestRiction complaint FoRmcanyon Gate at cinco Ranch

Date ________________________

Address ____________________________

Violation ____________________________________________________

Mail or fax this to Canyon Gate Cinco Ranch HOA, 20422 Canyon Gate Blvd, Katy TX 77450 (281-492-3415) or drop off at the onsite office located in the Recreation Center. No names need be given. Onsite office personnel will verify complaint and follow up with compliance procedures. Thank you for your help.

Fitness centeR/RecReation centeR loBByAnyone under the age of 18 is not allowed in the fitness center unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. The recreation center lobby is not to be used as a gathering place for kids to socialize. The Association is asking for all homeowners who use these facili-ties to help with watching over these areas. If a child is under the age of 18 and is in the fitness center without a parent or guardian or appears to be simply loitering in the lobby, please politely ask them to leave. Thank you.

eZ taGs FoR FRont Gate access The Homeowners’ Association sells EZ tags that will open the resi-dent gate at the Canyon Gate entrance. Residents may purchase these at the onsite office for $35. These EZ tags contain a battery that should last for, approximately, 3 years. The HOA offers a one-year warranty on these tags. If the battery goes bad and your EZ tag stops working within the first year, the tag will be replaced at no cost. If your EZ tag stops working after the one-year time limit, a new EZ tag will need to be purchased.

stReet liGht maintenanceTo report a streetlight that is not working, call CenterPoint Energy at 713-207-2222. You will need to report both the number on the base of the pole (six digits) and the street address. You may also report outages online at www.centerpointenergy.com/outage.

oUtDooR home impRoVementsPlease remember that when planning to do any outdoor home im-provements, you must first apply for approval from the Architectural Control Committee. Forms are available in the Recreation Center lobby, via the website at www.canyongateatcincoranch.com/forms or by contacting the office.

animals / pets contRolPlease respect your neighbors’ yards and their personal space ….. remember that pets must be confined to a fenced back-yard or within the house and must not allowed to bark all night long or cause a nuisance to neighbors. They must be on a leash at all times when away from this contained environment. It is also the pet owner’s responsibility, when walking their pet within the subdivision, to keep ALL areas free of pet debris. Please remember that cats must also be confined. Animal control can be reached by calling

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I give my permission for my child’s name and phone number to be published in the ‘Teenage Job Seekers’ section of our subdivision newsletter.

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Katy Association of Child Care Profession-als is a group of registered, licensed and listed child care providers located on the north and south sides of Interstate 10 in the Katy area. Our members are qualified and experienced, as well as CPR and First Aid certified. We meet the third Wednesday of each month, at the MUD #81 building, located at Cimarron Parkway and Hidden Canyon for an evening of professional training and networking. Refreshments are served. Parents and child care providers requiring more information may call 281-578-6376 or 281-392-0989.

PARENTS WITHOUT PARTNERSAre You a Single Parent? Need an activity to share with the kids? Do you need a new group of single friends? Do you need support of friends that are in the same boat as you? Members and their children frequently enjoy camping, picnics, the Zoo, theater, dances, swimming, museums, house parties, movies and many other activities together. For more information about Parents Without Partners International, check out our website at www.parentswithoutpartners.org or Parent with Partners Greater Houston Chapter #63 at www.pwphouston.org. Contact Barbara 281-469-5646.

BREATH OF LIFE CHILDREN’S CENTER CLINIC

The Breath Of Life Children’s Center Clinic provides healthcare for uninsured and/or underinsured children. We provide immu-nizations, acute sick care, school physicals and well-child checkups to area children. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. For questions or appointments, please call 281-398-7353.

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PARENTINg CLASSESMemorial Herman Katy Hospital offers par-enting classes in the following areas:Preparation for ChildbirthSibling classBreast Feeding PreparationCall 713-222-CARE

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West Houston Medical Center offers prenatal classes on an ongoing basis throughout the year. The following is a list of classes that are presently offered. To inquire or register, please call 281-588-8065.

• Childbirth Preparation/Lamaze Class (Weeknight and Weekend classes available)• Infant Care Class• Breastfeeding Class• Infant CPR Class• Infant/Child CPR Class • Community CPR Class (Infant/Child/Adult)• Sibling Adjustment Class

West Houston Medical Center also offers a FREE Mother and Child Play and Informa-tional Support Group.

• Mothers with babies birth to six months meets every Wednesday from 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM in suite 201 of the Doctor’s Center. • Mothers with babies six to twelve months meets every Wednesday from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM in suite 201 of the Doctor’s Center.

The program features a weekly topic that mothers with babies are eager to learn as well as a time for questions and answers. It is a time to get to know other new mothers and for your babies to have interaction with other babies. The group is moderated by the Perinatal Coordinator who has over 20 years of experience in the field. Should you have additional questions you may call 281-588-8065. The Doctor’s Center is located at 12121 Richmond Ave. Houston, TX 77082.


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Katy’s Own schOOl lunch RevOlutiOnHave you ever wished school lunches weren’t so full of junk food? Have you ever seen Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution? There is a group for you right here in Katy! We are fortunate that Katy ISD cares about our kids and has a large budget base to work with. Let’s encourage them to include healthier food choices on school menus. Join us from the beginning as we start to gather members and momentum to spread the word that it IS possible to reduce processed foods, remove flavored milk and increase fresh fruits and veggies. If you believe it is possible to feed school aged children something other than processed chicken nuggets, stuffed crust pizza and chocolate milk then please bring your energy, your ideas and your connections and join us! Our kids deserve the best, after all, that’s why we chose to put them in Katy ISD! For more information: [email protected] or find us on Facebook: Katy’s Own School Lunch Revolution.

cRaft, hObby, just fOR fun gROups• NottiNgham CouNtry gardeN Club of Katy - We welcome all people interested in gardening and the environment, from the West Houston and Katy area. You do not have to live in Nottingham Country to belong to our organization! For more information about the club, please call 281-394-2827 or 281-395-2154. • ameriCaN sewiNg guild iN Katy - meets 3rd wednesday of every month from 1 to 3 PM at Quilt & Sew, 829 Mason Rd., Katy. For more info., go to www.asghouston.org. • the Pride of texas deCorative artists - meets 2nd thursday of the month at 6:30 PM. We meet at Bear Creek Community Center off Patterson Rd. in Bear Creek Park. For more info., call Gloria Ware 281-492-0246.• west houstoN Quilt guild, 3rd wednesdays, 7:00 PM Salt Grass Building on Bear Creek Drive, near the Farm and Ranch Club, off Hwy. 6, For more info., check our website at www.whqg.org.• Katy Quilters, Time and place will be scheduled in the Katy Area. Call the Katy Quilters, Shari Medford at 281-635-3000.• the blueboNNet steNCilers of texas - meets 1st monday of the month from 6:30 - 9 PM at the Tracy Gee Community Center, 3599 Westcenter (One block east of Sam Houston Toll Road West). For more info. concerning meetings, call 281-370-2005.• Katy area KNittiNg guild – last monday of the month, 6:30 PM, Spring Creek Barbeque on Westgreen & I-10.• the houstoN PoNd soCiety – Meets first saturday of each month at a member’s home. For more info., please visit our website www.houstonpondsociety.org.• west houstoN ChaPter of the romaNCe writers of ameriCa - meets 2nd saturday of each month. Visit us on the Web at www.whrwa.com for more info. on upcoming events. For more info. Chuck or Carol 281-550-8679. • fairbee sQuare aNd liNe daNCe Club - dances each thursday night, 7:30 – 9:30 at Memorial Drive Lutheran Church, 12211 Memorial Drive @ Gessner. Info. may be obtained by calling Jerry & Nanette Tucker 281-498-3057 or [email protected].• Prairie PromeNaders sQuare daNCe Club - meets first four friday nights at Westland Baptist Church, 1407 W. Grand Pkwy S. Lessons are from 7-8 PM. The Club dance follows from 8-10 PM. For questions, call 281-647-0559 or 281-550-3701.• houstoN sQuare & rouNd daNCe CouNCil, iNC. - For info., call 281-392-0713 or visit the Houston area square dance web site: www.squarethru.com. • westside over 50 Club - meets 1st wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM for dinner and socializing. For reservations and info., please contact Kirk Hanson, 281-346-0459 or Betty Larsen at 281-392-3836.• the Katy 4-f bass Club (frieNds fishiNg for fuN) - is a small, low cost fishing club, based in Katy, Texas. For information on our club such as joining, tourna-ment results and area lakes we fish, visit www.katy4fbassclub.com.


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IMPORTANT dATesFeb. 16th – Early Dismissal (Secondary 11:35 AM; Elementary 12:40 PM); End of Grading PeriodFeb. 17th – Student HolidayFeb. 20th – Student HolidayFeb. 21st – Grading Period BeginsMar. 12th – 16th – Spring Break

KISD PARTNERS IN EDUCATIONMarch 1st – Ties and Tiaras. A Celebration of mentoring and fundraising event. 5:30 – 7:30 PM, Agave Rd.

STEPPINg INTO THE FUTURE SCHOLARSHIPSDrs. James Jacobs and Nicolas Manriquez, of Your Total Foot Care Specialist, are pleased to announce, two $1,500 “Stepping Into The Future” scholarships for 2012 KISD graduating seniors. Applications must be submitted to the offices of Your Total Foot Care Specialist by March 29, 2012, 5:00 PM. A third party committee will select the two winning applicants.

The “Stepping Into The Future” scholarship program is available to seniors graduating with GPA’s ranging from 2.5 to 3.7. The scholarships are geared towards those students showing academic promise through a combination of demonstrated academic achieve-ment and leadership potential. The two “Stepping Into The Future” scholarship recipients will be announced at the Katy ISD Awards Ceremonies during May.

KEYS MENTORINgOne mentor, one student, one hour per week. KEYS brings adult role models into Katy ISD schools to motivate, encourage and inspire students on the brink of success. Mentors meet with their student on campus at a pre-designated time each week. As mentor and student build their relationship, they decide together how to spend their mentoring time. Whether spent playing games, reading or just talking, that one hour a week makes a tremendous difference in the life of a child.

To be a KEYS Mentor, you need:• A belief in the potential of every child• Criminal history background check in compliance with the FCRA• One hour per week to spend with a child, on campus during the school day, during the school year• Participation in a brief campus KEYS orientation before you begin• Successful completion of a KEYS application and subsequent approval process

COMMUNITY EDUCATIONCommunity Education offers evening and on-line classes to adults for fun, enrichment and learning. Some of the classes offered are Foreign Languages, Arts and Crafts, Finance, Computer, Sewing, Dance and Music. For information on these and many other classes and to view the fall schedule, go to www.katyisd.org/com_edu or call 281-396-6365.


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Katy tween/teen talent ShowcaSe competition

Global Arm, Inc. and Teens Exercising Extraordinary Success (T.E.E.S.) hosted the inaugural Katy Tween Teen Talent Showcase Competi-tion on Saturday, December 3, 2011, at Zo-ca-lo Lounge (510 Mason Road). Contestants from Katy ISD and Ft. Bend County ISD entered the competition. Along with their parents, they networked with many recording industry professionals and received valuable advice on career paths, personality, stage presence and business matters. Lunch was provided courtesy of Chick-fil-A (369 South Ma-son Road). Music industry packages containing valuable information regarding publishing, copyright, promotions and marketing were given to each contestant. Two of the contestants performed original numbers and the others treated the audience to covers by Carrie Underwood, Selena Gomez, Etta James and Jamie Fox. Vocal ability wasn’t the only surprise of the day - two of the contestants performed their numbers by playing the guitar. The 1st place winner of the showcase was Ms. Reagan Doug-las, of Katy, TX. Ms. Douglas performed a song she wrote entitled, Till The End (dedicated to Cancer victims), with her guitar; 2nd place winner was Ms. Skyler Sadler (Katy, TX) who performed At Last by Etta James; and the 3rd place winner was Ms. Kaitlyn Wright (Katy, TX) who performed Change by Carrie Underwood. Each winner re-ceived a trophy, courtesy of Katy Trophies. 2nd and 3rd place winners received a Chili’s Gift Card, courtesy of Don McGill Toyota. The 1st place winner won a package valued at over $16,000 which consisted of a complimentary studio session at Music World Studios (courtesy of Matthew Knowles), a complimentary photo shoot (courtesy of Jamie LeBlanc Photography), a featured song on Coast 2 Coast Mix tape hosted by Wildman Teddy T (courtesy of Star Quality Entourage) and a featured song on the upcoming film soundtrack starring Snoop Dog (courtesy of Vision World Entertainment). Door prizes were given away between performances where audi-ence members won gift cards from Chuy’s Restaurant, Five Guys Burgers & Fries, Red Oak Grill, and Perry’s Restaurant. Additional gift cards were given away from Salt Grass Steakhouse and Carino’s (courtesy of Don McGill Toyota). T.E.E.S. will continue to host future events to raise funds for a Teen Community Center in Katy Texas, as well as expand their Teen Table Talk program to other neighborhoods around Houston. Individu-als or companies interested in donating may do so by visiting the website at www.teeskaty.com. Local businesses, companies and corporations may elect to offer their support by sponsoring any of our fundraising events. Teens Exercising Extraordinary Success (T.E.E.S.) is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) organization and donations to the organization are tax deduct-ible to that extent allowed by law.

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JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOLLocated at 1400 Parkway Plaza (near Briar Forest and Eldridge), invites interested families to tour the campus during Catholic Schools Week. Tours will be given Monday, January 30th through Wednesday, February 1st, from 9 PM – 11 AM. Tours will begin on the hour and every ½ hour. Appointments are not necessary. Open House for prospective families will be held on Thursday, February 2nd, from 6 PM – 7:30 PM. Registration for new families begins on Saturday, February 11th. For more information about this National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, please call 281-496-1500 or visit www.jp2.org.

HOLy SPIrIT EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OPEN HOUSEThursday, January 26, 2012 - 6:30 PM

Holy Spirit Episcopal School, a co-ed day school, Infants - 8th Grade, is nearing its 50th anniversary (September 2012), founded in 1962, ac-credited by SAES, and is committed to providing a loving, nurturing and joyful environment supported by research-based academic programs that allow for enrichment, growth and optimism with a commitment to diversity. Located at 12535 Perthshire Road, Houston, Texas 77024.

TExAS CHrISTIAN SCHOOL OPEN HOUSETexas Christian School will hold their annual Open Houses:Thursday, March 1, 2012 - 6:30 PM: View Science/Art Fair projects, tour the campus, visit classrooms.

Educating 2-year-old - 12th grade for over 20 years using challeng-ing Curriculum, character development and sports. Contact us at 281-550-6060, 17810 Kieth-Harrow Blvd., Houston, TX 77084 or visit www.TexasChristianSchool.org.

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BOy SCOUT TrOOP 557Congratulations to the scouts of Katy’s Troop 557 for advancing in their ranks. We had several scouts advance in these categories: Scout, Tenderfoot, First Class, Star and Life. For more information about join-ing Katy’s Troop 557 of the Texas Skies District, contact Derek Spier [email protected]. Our scouts represent all of our Katy schools.

HOmESCHOOL PACk 393Cub Scout Pack 393 is a homeschool pack that serves the Katy area. If you have a boy between the ages of 6 and 10 (entered first grade through fifth grade this fall) and are wanting them to join an activity that is full of fun learning experiences, this is the group for you. To learn more about both scouting programs, upcoming summertime events and 393 please e-mail Sam Randolph at [email protected].


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Save the DateS 2012February 10, 11 & 12, 2012Spiritual Awareness Retreat Weekend - Camp Casa Mare, Seabrook, TX Saturday, March 3, 2012: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PMBook Review Day - Christ the King Church, 4419 N. Main St., Houston, TX 77009 Saturday, april 21, 2012: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMReligious Recognition Ceremony - Christ the King Church, 4419 N. Main St., Houston, TX 77009 For more information please go to website: www.archgh.org/ScoutingGalveston – Houston Archdiocesan Catholic Committee on ScoutingChairman: Debbie Hiarker [email protected] 832-693-1257

Girl scout troops 17273 and 17562Girl Scout Troops 17273 and 17562 celebrated founder Juliette Low’s birthday by making “Birthday Bags” to donate to Katy Christian Ministries. These bags will then be available for families in need, to help them celebrate a child’s birthday. Members of the troops were able to deliver the bags and tour KCM to see the work they do for our community.

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We would like to invite children from 4 yrs (as of Sept. 1, 2011) to 5th grade to join us as we enjoy another season of T-Ball, Kid & Coach Pitch. We look forward to teaching your children the skills and watching them enhance their abilities. Registration forms are now available in our office or you can register online at www.bear-creekchurch.tv/sports. We will offer several evaluation days so we can check on their skills so we can even out the teams. The dates for these are February 27th, 28th and March 1st, between 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM. Also on March 3rd 10:00 AM - 12:00 noon. It only takes a few minutes for us to run them through the drills and then we will contact each player about practices. After March 5th we cannot guarantee a place on a team. They will practice for one hour a week on a Monday, Tuesday or Thursday. Practices begin the week of March 19th and the league runs through May 19th. The cost will be $75. If you have questions or would like more information you can contact us at 281-859-9900. Ask for Scott Denton or Linda Newhouse or email [email protected] or [email protected]. Register as soon as possible!

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CONGRATS TO NEW BLACK BELTS, TIGER CUBS, INSTRUCTORS & HIGH RANK!

The Katy TaeKwonDo Academy is pleased to announce its newest class of Tiger Cub graduates, black belt students reaching new milestones and instructors who each passed testing requirements for their next rank level during the December rank exam.

Congratulations to these students who have earned their First Degree Level 1 “Probationary” Black Belt: Bryan Lightsey, Jennifer Lightsey, Dien Chau, Kolby Conaway, Kendal Gillentine, Samantha Lucia, Harris Masson,Michael Nevins, Michael Nguyen, Nicholas Schilhab, Tanmay Sharma, Aadhithya Sivakumar, Bernardo Vilchis, Bruno Vilchis, Joseph Brinkley and River Silversmith.

Congratulations to the following students for earning their Second Degree Black Belts: Quazi Asif, Max Conway, Teddy Gallas, Alex Maldonado and Damini Patel.

The following students earned their Third Degree Black Belts: Tyler Blonder, Madison Brost, Ryan Brost, Joshua Boyce, Adam Mojtahed and Ryan Tough.

A special congratulations goes to Nilesh Popat who earned his Fifth Degree Black belt!

he Katy TaeKwonDo Academy is also pleased to announce these dedicated students who passed testing requirements during the in-structor exam to earn tiered instructor status. Congratulations Luke Armstrong, Lindsey West & Grady West (Level 1) and Jason English (Level 2) on earning your new instructor stripe!

Congratulations to the following students who graduated from the Tiger Cubs program into the Junior program: Jenna Roberts.

KATy RUGBy CLUBFun for all the family. All ages welcome - boys & girls. Training every Sunday 2-4 PM, at Beck Junior High school Football Field. For more information, visit www.katyrugbyclub.com.

LADy SHARKS WOMEN’S GOLF ASSOCIATION (WGA)The Lady Sharks WGA are inviting new members to join our Thurs-day morning play day at Meadowbrook Farms Golf Club. Our purpose is to promote women’s golf and fellowship among our members while enhancing the understanding of The Rules of Golf and improving play. For more information, contact Edna Heming-way at 281-579-7621, [email protected] or Michele Hurlburt at 281-398-7696,[email protected].

ATTENTION LADy GOLFERS Please join us for a different golf outing every Wednesday morn-ing. We are a small, fun group playing mostly around the west Houston area. Please contact [email protected] or call Nancy at 281-550-2043.

KATy VALKyRIES GIRLS’ LACROSSE The Katy Valkyries, a girls’ lacrosse league in the Katy area, is re-cruiting middle and high school girls to play in competition. Contact Liz Jones at 281 578-8439 or read more about the league on our website, www.katyvalkyries.com.

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUELooking for as many ladies as possible to play. Ages 16+. Contact Krystal Horn for more information at [email protected].


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WestsiDe Golf leaGueWestside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have fun while improving golfing skills. For more information contact Sue Crookson at 281-392-4913 [email protected] or Yana Dommert at 281-394-2481 [email protected] or Kathy Smith 815-715-389

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Worship and Prayer event hosted by the Great Southwest Prayer Center located at 26555 South Mason Road in the Epi Center will be held February 2 - 4, 2012. Churches from the Katy and West Houston areas will be participating in a worship event that will be held for 3 days and nights. Members of the Katy West Houston com-munity are invited to participate at any time during this 3-day global prayer movement. Check out our website at www.firealter.com.

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Valentine’s Kids night OutParents, would you like a date night for Valentine’s Day or just a night out? Covenant Lutheran Church (3785 Barker Cypress Rd.) is offering another Kids Night Out on Saturday, February 11th from 3:00 - 9:00 Pm, for children between the ages of 3 and 10 (must be potty trained). Kids will enjoy dinner, games, crafts, movies and music while mom and Dad have an evening out! Children will be supervised by trained high school students and adults. Cost is $25 for the first child, $15 for the second child, $10 for each additional child in the same family. Space is limited! See www.covenantlutheran.org (What’s Happening) for registration forms or call the church office (281-578-8799) for more information.

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Scott has been active with Compassion Katy for more than 5 years, leading many projects and is an incredible asset to Katy ServeFest. He resides in Katy and is a mem-ber at The Fellowship at Cinco Ranch. Scott is the most valuable type of volunteer; he can be counted on to help out in almost every situation. He is a great example of what it means to be the hands and feet of Jesus in our community. Compassion Katy thanks Scott for all his hard work and

dedication to Compassion Katy and Katy ServeFest! Also, we would like to remind everyone to save the dates for Katy ServeFest 2012, February 18 and 25, 2012. We will once again be working at the Katy YmCA’s Camp Cinco, Katy Christian ministries Super Store and will be working with several families in need to help with home repairs.

more information can be found online at www.KatyServeFest.org.

Katy aglOw Aglow International is a global, trans-denominational Christian organization. more than 200,000 Aglow members meet together each month through local fellowships. At the monthly gatherings, there is time to meet and visit with friends, enjoy corporate worship and prayer and hear from a guest speaker. many of the ladies share lunch afterwards. You are most cordially invited to attend the Katy Aglow group. You will be glad you did. DATE: February 28, 2012SPEAKER: mary Scantlin of mary Scantlin ministriesTIME:9:30 Am, Arrive/Visit; 10:00 Am, meeting StartsLOCATION: Fellowship Hall at Church on the Rock. 433 S. Barker Cypress, Houston, TX 77094. Dir: 1-10 Exit Barker Cypress Rd., go south 3 blocks to corner of Barker Cypress @ Kingsland Blvd.CONTACT: www.katyaglow.com for guest speaker and group information www.aglow.org for information about Aglow International

Katy Christian wOmen’s COnneCtiOnJoin us for a prayer coffee and fellowship

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2012 PRAyER CONNECTION DATES:February 9th march 8th

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June 7th July 12th

August 9th September 13th

October 11th November 8th

December 6th

For more information about our prayer connections, directions or to RSVP, please call 281-232-8338 or visit www.KatyCWC.org.


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“for THe BeTTerMenT of THe world”BaHa’i faiTH of forT Bend CounTy

please join us for an informal devotional gathering, where we share music, prayers and inspirational readings taken from the major re-ligions of the world, in an environment of unity and harmony. The Word of God, say the Baha’i Writings, provides inspiration, rejuve-nates souls, gladdens hearts and renews one’s sense of purpose.

The devotional is held on the 2nd Sunday of each month, from 4-5 pM and will be followed by a sharing of thoughts, ideas and ways to apply spiritual principles to one’s day-to-day affairs. Refreshments will be served. For details on the location or for answers to any other questions you may have, please call the Baha’i Faith of Fort Bend County at 281-395-9026.

The combined choirs of Epiphany Catholic Church and the Katy Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). (photographer: Marci Freeman)

ldS and CaTHoliC CHurCHeS PreSenTed annual CHriSTMaS ConCerT

The combined choirs of Epiphany Catholic Church and the Katy Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints presented their annual Christmas concert on Sunday, December 11th, at Epiphany Catholic Church. This marked the 18th annual Christmas combined concert.

Over one hundred singers performed and were led in traditional Christmas pieces by Debbie Siebert and Jennie Larsen, both from the LDS Katy Stake. JM Mercado, the music minister from Epiphany Catholic Church, conducted a contemporary choir and also directed the production. a children’s choir was also led by amy Millet. Or-ganist Merle Vahlkamp accompanied the choir along with a bell choir, a string quartet and various percussionists.


Monsignor Jack Dinkins gave opening remarks and Katy Stake President John Allen gave remarks near the end of the program.

Epiphany of ThE Lord CaThoLiC ChurCh LadiEs’ CLub

We meet every second Friday of the month in our family center at 9:30 AM.

All ladies are welcomed to attend. For any questions, please feel free to call Co-President Pat Conner, 281-394-5101 or Co-President Kathy Phillips, 281-347-5127.

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Game Day - Meet with us every Wednesday in the Crawford Fellowship Hall from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM as we fellowship around the table playing Chicken Foot, Scrabble, Cards, etc. Bring a sack lunch (drinks provided) and we will eat together at noon.

Group Exercise Class - The exercise class for adults 55+ meets every Wednesday at 8:45 AM for 45 minutes of exercise led by Christy Kennedy, a group fitness certified instructor. This is a great time to enjoy like-minded folks who are strengthening and conditioning their body for the long haul. Regardless of your present condition, Christy will help you improve while making the exercise fun and beneficial.

For more information, contact Mike Kelley at 281-492-0785. Kingsland Baptist Church is located at 20555 Kingsland Blvd. We are located across from Taylor High School Tennis Courts. For more information, you can visit us online at www.kingsland.org or call the church office at 281-492-0785.

sT. pETEr’s uMC sEnior GaME day (50+)Mark your calendars for a fun day of games, at St. Peter’s United Method-ist Church from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Everyone is invited to play cards, board games, dominoes, puzzles, etc. every fourth Tuesday of the month. Bring a sack lunch and drinks will be provided. Enter on the west side of St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Drive and go to Room 106. If you have any questions, please call Richard Powell, 281-392-2941.

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EPIPHANY BINGO Epiphany conducts their bingo games every Friday night except holi-days. THERE IS No SMoKING AlloWED DURING All BINGo GAMES. They have security, lighted parking, big screen color monitor, computer-ized bingo equipment, snack bar and large cash prizes. Profits benefit charitable outreach programs. Epiphany Catholic Church, Church Com-munity Center, 1530 Norwalk Dr. (between Fry and Mason Roads, south of I-10 behind Nottingham Subdivision) off Highland Knolls. Early bird games begin at 7:30 PM and regular games at 8:00 PM. For more info, call the bingo hall number at 281-578-3905.


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At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown Katy, “BINGO” is being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except Holidays. Doors open at 7:00 PM, games start at 7:15 PM with four Early Bird games. Regular games start at 7:30 PM. All profits will benefit community outreach and Religious Education programs. The Church is located in downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You can get to the church if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right at the light, go to the second stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left and the Church Hall will be on your right one block down. For more info., call 281-391-4758.

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Pope John XXII High School, 1800 West Grand Parkway N. Katy TX 77449, located on the corner of Franz and W. Grand Parkway, will host a Community Wide Garage Sale from 7:30 AM to 12 noon, Saturday, March 3, 2012, in the school gym (rain or shine). 12X12 Spaces are available to rent for $30, if interested. Please contact Ana Sanchez re: Community Garage Sale at [email protected]. Space is limited, so act fast!

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Katy Area Parents of Multiples (KAPOM) will be holding their next semi-annual garage sale on Saturday, March 24th from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The sale will be located at The Church of Holy Apostles, 1225 W. Grand Pkwy. S. Katy, TX 77494. KAPOM’s consignment style sale will be selling gently used child related and household items. Lots of kids clothing, toys and equipment. Contact [email protected] for more information. We will also be hosting a breakfast bake sale so come hungry!

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2011-2012 MainStage SeaSon:A Lesson Before Dying (through Feb. 5, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage)Seussical the Musical (Feb. 24 - Mar. 11, 2012 at the Berry Center)The 39 Steps (apr. 13-29, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage)The Fantasticks (through - June 10, 2012 on the Garza Main StageGuys and Dolls (July 13-29, 2012 TAG production at the Berry Center)

Season tickets are now on sale. For the best seating and lowest prices become a season ticket holder. The HFAC season package is arranged so that any six or more shows constitute a package and patrons get to pick which 6, 7 or 8! Patrons can select their seats online at www.houstonfac.com or call the HFAC box office at 281-685-6374. GO TO http://www.houstonfac.com/id6.html for more information or to request an audition appointment.

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FEBRUARY……DID YOU KNOW?• Birthstone is Amethyst? Characteristic is Sincerity? Flower is Primrose?• Supreme Court of the United States met for the first time on February 1, 1790.• By the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, Mexico gave New Mexico and California to the United States on February 2, 1848.• The last German troops surrendered in the Stalingrad pocket, completing the Soviet Union’s victory at Stalingrad, during World War II in February 1943.• Boy Scouts of America incorporated in February 1910.• Thomas A. Edison patented the phonograph on February 19, 1878.• Astronaut John H. Glenn, Jr., became first American to orbit the earth on February 20, 1962.• The United States acquired the Florida territory from Spain on February 22, 1819.• Some important people in history born in February: Charles A. Lindbergh, Aaron Burr, “Babe” Ruth, Ronald Reagan, Charles Dick-ens, William Henry Harrison, Thomas A. Edison, Abraham Lincoln, Charles Darwin, Galileo, Susan B. Anthony, Henry Adams, George Washington and William Frederick “Buffalo Bill” Cody. • The following states were admitted as part of the United States: Oregon and Arizona.

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FLOWERS• Plants to set: Alyssum, Calendula, Canterbury Bells, Carnations, Columbine, Cornflower. Daisies, Delphinium, Hollyhock, Larkspur, Lobelia, Nicotiana, Pansy, Petunia, Phlox (Louisiana), Shrimp Plant, Snapdragon, Stock and Verbena.

VEGETABLES• Plant beets, broccoli (plants), brussel sprouts (plants), cabbage (plants), carrots, cauliflower (plants), celery, chinese cabbage (plants), chives collards (plants), endive, kale, lettuce (leaf and head), mus-tard, onions (plants), parsley, garden peas, radishes, rutabagas, spinach, tomato (seeds) and turnips.

TREES AND SHRUBS• Finish all transplanting, get everything in the ground for a good spring spurt of growth. Transplant balled and burlap, container-grown, bare-root deciduous evergreen trees, shrubs, roses and vines while still dormant.• Finish pruning roses. Weed and cultivate lightly all beds. Replenish mulch as needed.• Control early spring insects like thrips on glads and aphids on young tender growth. Spray with Malathion, Diazinon or Orthene.• At the end of February: peach, apple and pear fruit must be thinned to insure quality production at harvest.• Give groundcovers a haircut. They will spread faster.• Divide daylilies, daisies and other perennials now.

MEMORIAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF KATY BLOOD DRIVE

Memorial Lutheran Church of Katy, located at 5810 Third Street will be conducting their quarterly Blood Drive on February 7, 2012, from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM in the Loomis Center. Walk-ins are welcome. Refreshments will be served. Any questions, please contact the office at 281-391-0171.


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Valentine Card Making event on February 4th in the afternoon at Bonnie Holland Elementary. Last year the event was put together by a few moms in a playgroup and over 50 people showed up and they raised almost $2800. This year they are moving to a bigger venue and hope to have more children making cards for the kids at MD Anderson. Bingo Fundraiser on Saturday, March 3rd at 6 pM at St. Bar-tholomew Catholic Church in Old Katy. The event will start with an enchilada dinner from 5-6 pM for $6 for anyone who is interested. The Bingo Fundraiser is $25 per person for 12 games (on 9 cards for each game) with a free bingo dauber for each player. For more information, email [email protected].

Second Saturday Aluminum Can Collection - If you live in the Houston Area, please consider participating in our “Cans for a Cure” Recycling program.

The second Saturday of each month, Keep Kids Connected collects aluminum beverage cans at the Tradition Bank pin Oak Branch location from 9 AM-12 pM. The proceeds from recycling the cans helps fund the purchase of Netbook computers and pediatric cancer research.

Invite your family, friends, neighbors and co-workers to support this recycling pro-gram and donate their aluminum cans to Keep Kids Connected.

Keep Kids Connected was created to help kids stay connected to family and friends while they undergo their treatment for cancer or any other life-threatening illness. The idea for the organization was created by Caitlyn Mortus who is, herself, a cancer survivor. While going through her treatments, she was given a Netbook computer from a family friend. The computer kept her in contact with her friends and helped keep her spirits up when she was in the hospital for her treatments or unable to have visitors. Her wish

is that every kid battling cancer or any life-threatening illness be given a computer so they can stay connected to their family and friends while they are going through their treatments. Her wish has become our mission. For more information about Keep Kids Con-nected go to the website, www.keepkidsconnected.org or check out their Facebook page! If you would like to get on the contact list for upcoming events, email [email protected].

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Enjoy the outdoors with your child, age 2 1/2 to 5, at Audubon na-ture programs (called the “Titmouse Club”) offered every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10:00 to 11:00 AM, from mid-Sep-tember through mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Boulevard. The programs feature fun nature talks, stories, crafts, hands-on activities and walks in the woods. The cost is $5 per child or a 5-session card can be purchased for $20. The child must be accompanied by an adult during the program. For more information, please visit www.houstonaudubon.org or contact [email protected] or 713-464-4900.

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witH tHe Biggest Heart For MDaIt’s official, Houstonians through the Houston Fire Fighters raised a record breaking $509,961 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association making them the #1 Fill-the-Boot department in the country for the last 9 out of 10 years raising more than $6.3 million during that time.

For more than 50 years fire fighters have helped MDA by filling their boots with donations from the citizens of their community. Houston Professional Fire Fighters Local #341 will begin their 2012 Fill-the-Boot fundraising campaign for the Muscular Dystrophy Association on Saturday February 11, 2012 during the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM. Fire Fighters will also be out March 10th, April 14th and May 12th to collect funds for the campaign.

The Fire Fighters rely on support and donations from the commu-nity for the success of the campaign. Proceeds raised during the street-side campaign will help support MDA services and research programs, including MDA’s outpatient clinics at Texas Children’s Hospital and The Methodist Neurological Institute. Money raised from Fill-the-Boot also sends young people ages 6-17 to MDA sum-mer camp, held in Burton, Texas.

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LocaL Veteran Groups MeetIf you are an honorably discharged War Time Veteran or currently serving on active duty and want to associate yourself with fellow Veterans, please consider joining one of the following groups. (Each organization has its own requirements for membership.) AmericAn Legion: The Jonathan D. Rozier Post 164 of Katy Texas meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, at 7 PM at the Katy Elks Lodge #2628, at 1050 Katy-Ft. Bend Road, Katy TX. Meetings start promptly at 7:30 PM. The American Legion is the largest wartime Veteran’s organization in the nation and invites all eligible Veterans to join. Proud sponsor of the American Legion Boy’s State Program. Will Miller, Post Commander. Visit us at www.LegionPost164KatyTX.org for more information.

VFW: The Floyd E. Breedlove Post 9182 of Katy Texas meets the first monday of each month at the VFW Hall on George Bush Dr. in “Old Town Katy.” Meetings begin with a covered dish dinner at 6:30 PM, followed by the business meetings of the VFW and Ladies Auxiliary at 7:30 PM. Peyton Lumpkin, Commander. Ladies Auxiliary President, Karon Cramer.

miLitAry order oF the PurPLe heArt: Tri-County Chapter 723 of the MOPH meets the third thursday of each month at the VFW Hall on George Bush Dr. in Old Town Katy. David Lemak, Commander.

Additional information is available through the Veterans Memorial Museum at: 281-391-VETS (8387).

L-R: Local Wold War II veterans Johnnie Reuther, Navy Aviation; Norris Miertschin, Army; and Paul Zanfardino, Navy, are recognized for their service at the Pearl Harbor Commemoration Ceremony.

The Pearl Harbor Remembrance ceremony was led by Colonel (Ret) Mike Mastrangelo, Commander, VFW Post 9182. Commander Mastrangelo stands next to the World War II section of the newly renovated military museum, which is open to the public, located on George Bush Drive, in Katy, Texas.


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Colonel (Ret) Mike Mastranglo, Com-mander, VFW Post 9182, addresses the local boy scouts, veterans and the public. Members share their memories from World War II. Many can be heard from the audience reciting the words from President Roosevelt’s address on December 8, 1941, from memory, as the recording is being played for all in attendance. Others share their memories of mili-tary service during World War II and their thoughts about visiting the USS Arizona Pearl Harbor Memorial in Hawaii after the war.

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Fort Bend County Libraries will again host representatives from the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), who will provide free income-tax-preparation assistance for low-income taxpayers at several locations in the Fort Bend County library system. Patrons should bring the following information to the session if possible: last year’s tax return; W-2, 1099s and any other compensation received in 2011; unemployment compensation statements; and any other documents that are necessary to complete your return.

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Income-tax forms may be obtained at any of the branch libraries in the Fort Bend County library system during regular library hours. This service is free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, call the library’s Public Information Office at 281-341-2677.

LIBRARIES ANNOUNCE ADDITION OF FAMILY READING CLUB THIS WINTER

The popularity of Fort Bend County Libraries’ Summer Reading Clubs for children, teens and adults has inspired the library system to add a similar program for families during the winter season. The Family Reading Club began on Saturday, January 21, 2012 and will continue for six weeks through March 3, 2012 at all branches in the Fort Bend County library system.

This six-week program is designed to encourage families to read, learn and have fun together. All Fort Bend County families are eligible to participate. Families who read 36 books or 6 hours – 6 books per week or 60 minutes per week – will be entered into a drawing for a $50 dining gift card, donated by the Friends of the Library. Each branch library will have a drawing for the gift card on March 5, 2012.

A single registration is required for each participating family. An adult (parent or guardian) is asked to register the family online by going to the library’s website and clicking on the “Family Reading Club Sign-Up” image, which will become available January 20, 2012. Families may also register at one of the libraries in the Fort Bend County library system. Upon registering, families will then have their own online page on which to record their books or reading time.

There is no charge to join the Family Reading Club. The program is sponsored by Fort Bend County Libraries and the Friends of the Library organizations that support the county library system. For more information, call the library’s Public Information Office at 281-341-2677 or the library branch nearest you.

LIBRARIES ANNOUNCE ADDITION OF FAMILY READING CLUB THIS WINTER

The popularity of Fort Bend County Libraries’ Summer Reading Clubs for children, teens and adults has inspired the library system to add a similar program for families during the winter season. The Family Reading Club began on Saturday, January 21, 2012 and willcontinue for six weeks through March 3, 2012 at all branches in the Fort Bend County library system.

This six-week program is designed to encourage families to read, learn and have fun together. All Fort Bend County families are eligible to participate. Families who read 36 books or 6 hours – 6 books per week or 60 minutes per week – will be entered into a drawing for a $50 dining gift card, donated by the Friends of the Library. Each branch library will have a drawing for the gift card on March 5, 2012.

A single registration is required for each participating family. An adult (parent or guardian) is asked to register the family online by going to the library’s website and clicking on the “Family Reading Club Sign-Up” image, which will become available January 20, 2012. Families may also register at one of the libraries in the Fort Bend County library system. Upon registering, families will then have their own online page on which to record their books or reading time.

There is no charge to join the Family Reading Club. The program is sponsored by Fort Bend County Libraries and the Friends of the Library organizations that support the county library system. For more information, call the library’s Public Information Office at 281-341-2677 or the library branch nearest you


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• CINCO RANCH NIGHT READERS’ TO DISCUSS ‘MIDNIGHT CHAMPAGNE’ - The Night Readers’ book club will meet on Thurs-day, February 16th beginning at 7:00 PM, in Conference Room 2. The literary-review club is free and open to the public. • LIBRARY TO PRESENT INTRODUCTORY COMPUTER CLASSES: Adult Services staff at the library will present free, introductory computer classes. The classes will consist of a hands-on introduc-tion to basic skills for people who would like to learn more about using these computer programs.The “MS Publisher Survival Basics” class for version 2007 will take place on Tuesday, February 14th, beginning at 10:00 AM, in the Computer Lab.• The “MS Excel Survival Basics” class for version 2007 will take place on Thursday, February 23rd, beginning at 10:00 AM, in the Computer Lab.• The “MS Word Survival Basics” class for version 2007 will take place on Tuesday, February 28th, beginning at 10:00 AM, in the Computer Lab.

The classes are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, however and reservations are required. To register online for any of the programs at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Calendar,” select “Cinco Ranch Branch Library,” and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the library at 281-395-1311 or by visiting the library.

WEEKLY CHILDREN’S PROGRAM SCHEDULE • Mother Goose Time: Tuesdays at 10:30 AM, provides caregiver/infant activities and songs especially designed for the youngest book-lovers, from age 1 month to 12 months.February 7th: LullabiesFebruary 14th: CuddlesFebruary 21st: Let’s TalkFebruary 28th: Baby Face

• Toddler Time: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 AM - of-fers caregiver/child activities, stories and songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age.February 1st and 2nd: MiceFebruary 8th and 9th: BedtimeFebruary 15th and 16th: Hugs & KissesFebruary 22nd and 23rd: TeethFebruary 29th: Home Sweet Home

• Pre-school Story Time: where they hear stories, watch movies and participate in age-appropriate craft activities 3 to 6 years of age, beginning at 2:00 PM each Tuesday. February 7th: BedtimeFebruary 14th: Hugs & KissesFebruary 21st: TeethFebruary 28th: Home Sweet Home

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Katy area republicans Katy’s conservative voice

Please check our Facebook page or our website www.katyrepubli-cans.com for information on meeting times and places. For further information, contact Kate Diehl at 832-643-0378 or [email protected].

Katy area DemocratsKaty Area Democrats meets 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Bri-archester club house at 7 PM. Great speakers each month as well as opportunities for community involvement. For information, contact Pat Darwish 281-647-0986 or [email protected] or visit our website www.katydemocrats.net.

Katy mommy patriotsKaty Mommy Patriots is a group of moms meeting together to join the fight to protect our children’s future by getting involved in com-munity and political events. Come join us as we study the issues, work to elect candidates that will protect our rights and join with other groups across America to ensure that our voices are heard. We meet twice a month. For more information, call Kelly Horsley 281-858-8830 or Martha Mathis 832-321-4854.

the 912ers of KatyThe 912ers of Katy is a growing group of Patriots supporting the 9/12 Principles advocated by Glenn Beck. We support smaller government at all levels, fiscal responsibility and term limits for all elected officials. Join us for lively discussions and other activities. For more information, please visit our Meetup Group website at http://912katy.org or email Milton Richards at [email protected].


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rOTary CLub Of KaTyFormed in 1946, the Rotary Club of Katy has a diverse membership of 30 business and professional men and women. The club meets each Thursday, from noon to 1:00 PM, at Hasta La Pasta, 1450 Grand Parkway, Suite E, Katy, TX 77494. For more information, call 281-392-0045 or visit www.katyrotary.com.

WEST HOuSTON rOTary CLubWest Houston Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at 12:15 PM for Lunch and Fellowship at the Omni Hotel West Houston, Katy Freeway at Eldridge. Guests and visitors are welcome. Rotary clubs provides many opportunities for giving back to our community (local and global); come join us for fun, friendships and community service. Contact 281-627-0662 for more info.

KaTy TOaSTmaSTErS Do you need to improve your communication skills for presentations, interviews, networking or everyday conversations with co-workers, customers or volunteers? We are a supportive group of members who help each other become better speakers and leaders. We meet the first three Thursdays at The Carriage Inn, 1400 Katy Flewellen, Katy Texas from 7:30 PM-9:00 PM. For more information, contact Jody White, DTM at 713-320-8396 or visit our website at http://katy.toastmastersclubs.org.

ParK 10 TaLKErS TOaSTmaSTErS CLubNeed speaking skills? Improve your communication skills; lose your fears of public speaking; and learn skills that will help you be more successful in whatever path you’ve chosen in life. You are invited to visit the Park 10 Talkers Toastmasters Club every Thursday each month, at 11:45 AM, at NACE, 1440 South Creek Dr, Houston, 77084; telephone 281-228-6287. For more information on Toast-masters, go to www.toastmasters.org.

EaSy rISErS TOaSTmaSTErSDo you live in west Houston and work in downtown Houston? If you would like to improve your communication and leadership skills, please contact Ed Young at [email protected] for more information. We meet every Tuesday, at 7 AM and we’ve been serving the downtown area for 30 years!

PHOENIx rISErS TOaSTmaSTErS The Phoenix Risers Toastmasters meet on the 2nd and 4th Saturday each month at the University of Phoenix building between Kirkwood and Wilcrest on Katy Freeway. Please contact us for further info at Phoenix [email protected].

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KAty chArter chApterAmerican Business Women Association’s Katy Charter Chapter meets the second Tuesday of each month, at Hasta la Pasta, located on the Grand Parkway. Networking begins at 6:00 PM, followed by dinner and meeting at 6:30. Please email RSVPs and inquiries to [email protected].

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West Houston Chapter, International Association of Administrative Professionals meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Hilton Garden Inn (south side of I-10 at Dairy Ashford), 12245 Katy Freeway, Houston 77079. Networking begins at 5:30 PM. Dinner is served at 6:00 PM followed by a speaker and business meeting. Reservations are required for dinner by emailing the Hospitality Committee at [email protected]. Check our website at www.iaap-westhouston.org for more information. Office professionals employed or residing in West Houston, Katy and surrounding areas are invited to attend. For more information about West Houston Chapter IAAP, please contact Caroline Champness CPS/CAP at [email protected].

ABWA West houston express netWorKThe ABWA West Houston Express Network (WHEN) meets the second Thursday of each month, at The Cellar Door, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Meetings focus on professional development and feature speakers from various business entities. For more information or to RSVP, visit our website at www.whenabwa.org.

Business netWorK internAtionALBusiness Network International - BNI is the largest networking orga-niztion of its kind. Business Network International, (BNI)/Katy Group meets every Thursday, at 7:00 AM, at The Club @ Falcon Point, 24503 Falcon Point Drive, Katy, Texas 77494. Come visit us and introduce your business to our group. Chapter contacts: President,


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InHouston-Katy Premier Professional Business Networking Mixer InHouston/Katy Group invites area business professionals to come join different business professionals for the InHouston/Katy – Premier Professional Networking Mixer. No cover charge. They meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 4:00-8:00 PM at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. For information, call Gail Stolzenburg 281-493-1955, [email protected] or Newell Cheatheam 713-385-3622, [email protected] or http://inhouston.ning.com/events InHouston-Katy.

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Business-To-Business Networking And Breakfast $5: Meets 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:30-9:00 AM at Carriage Inn 1400 Katy-Flewellen Road, Katy, 77494. For info., call Jane Moughon at 832-455-4579 or email [email protected]. Website: www.meetup.com/BizPackNetworksHouston/events/30096641.

fitness Journey networkFitness Journey Network is a NEW group of Katy health and wellness professionals meeting the first Thursday of each month, at various locations in the Katy area. Membership is free. If you would like more information or would like to be a part of our group, please contact Karen Narum at 281-871-8920 or at [email protected].

katy neigHBors’ CoffeesKaty Neighbor’s Coffees are open to all women who live in the Katy Area. It is to promote friendship in the neighborhood among old and new residents. Coffees are held once a month on the last Tuesday, at 10 AM, at members’ homes. There are no officers of this club and membership is free to all. For more information please contact 281-578-2078 or 281-395-1730.

welCome wagon CluB of katyThe Welcome Wagon Club Katy has a Monthly Coffee. The gathering will be on Tuesday, February 7, 2012. Women from the Katy area, whether new or established, are invited. It is an informal gathering held in a member’s home from 10:00 AM to noon. For location of the coffee, please call Margaret at 281-342-4935 or Jan at 281-398-4777 or email [email protected].

The February 14th Luncheon for the Welcome Wagon Club Katy will have a speaker from Simply Divine Interiors. The luncheon will be held at Meadowbrook Farms Golf Club, 23230 Meadowbrook Farms Club Dr. Katy, TX. Arrival time is 11:30 AM. The luncheon cost is $20. Reservations are required and must be made by Thursday, February 9, 2012. An advance payment will be required. Make your check out to “Welcome Wagon Club Katy” and mail to Welcome Wagon Club Katy, c/o Sharon Harrel, 28626 Wing Elm Dr., Katy, TX 77494. Any questions contact Sharon, 281-392-1658, [email protected] or email [email protected].

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Looking to make new friends? Want to participate in fun activities? You are cordially invited to join one of Houston’s friendliest women’s clubs! We have monthly luncheons and numerous monthly activities for all ages and abilities. Meetings are held at Lakeside Country Club, 100 Wilcrest Drive, Houston, TX 77042. Cost is $25 per person. For more info contact: Chris Duncan, Membership VP, P. O. Box 19882, Houston, TX 77224-9882, email: [email protected].

Newcomers and Neighbors of Greater Houston (NNGH.org) was established in 1957 to provide friendly fellowship and fun activities for Houston women. From September through May, there are monthly luncheons (normally third Wed of each month, except November) and numerous monthly activities for all ages and abilities (e,g., bridge, mah jong, bunco, bowling, beading, book club, play reading, sewing and crafts, movie and lunch bunch, creative cooking, wine tastings - just to name a few). NNGH is truly one of Houston’s friendliest women’s clubs and certainly the most active. In addition, we have events and activities throughout the year to benefit selected non-profit orga-nizations. This year we are working with Boys and Girls Country and Houston SPCA.

greeN trails ladies club welcomes YouIf you are a woman residing in west Houston and surrounding communities, we welcome your involvement in the Green Trails Ladies Club. Membership is open to residents of Katy, west Houston and surrounding areas. Varied opportunities are provided for women to explore common interests and develop friendships in the neighborhood setting. The club features activity and game groups of interest to the members. This currently includes: Bunco (3 groups), Scrabble, Games for Couples, Mah Jong, Book Chats and Sweets (a book review fellowship), Indian Vegetarian Cooking, Potpourri (a variety of events, excursions, seminars, and fun activities) Women of the Word (a Bible study fellowship group), Mom’s Play Date (a play group for moms with pre-school and elementary age children), The Art Bunch (fine arts and crafts) and Girls Night Out Movie Classics and Dinner (monthly). Get plugged into as many of these facets of our club as you are inclined!

Don’t miss out on fun you can have in 2010. Become a member of the Green Trails Ladies Club. Submit the information requested below along with the $20 annual mem-bership dues to: Green Trails Ladies Club, P. O. Box 573, Barker, Texas 77413-0573. Membership renewal is also now due for existing members who have not paid dues since May of 2009. Contact Helen Connolly at 281-578-3382 for more information.



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GREATER KATY EXCHANGE CLUB Greater Katy Exchange Club meets the first and third Wednes-day of each month at 6:30 PM, at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. $15 includes dinner and speaker (advance registration day before meeting). You can call or pay and RSVP at www.KatyExchangeClub.com. The Greater Katy Exchange Club is non-profit service organization of a group of men and women working together to make our community better place to live through programs of service in Americanism, Com-munity Service, Youth Activities and the Prevention of Child Abuse. Give back to your community by joining the Katy Exchange Club. Guest’s welcome. Advance reservations required by 12:00 PM day of meeting to Shivani Shah-Palaniappan 281-827-5795 or Newell Cheatheam 713-385-3622 or pay and reserve online at www.KatyExchangeClub.com.

KATY SiNGLES (ovER 35+) MEETUp GRoUpThe Katy Singles (over 35+) Meetup Group is a social club with free membership. Events are held in the Katy area. To learn more visit http://singles.meetup.com/1676.

TEXAS CoASTAL CATTLEWoMEN Texas Coastal Cattlewomen (TCCW), a chapter of Texas CattleWomen, meets on the third Wednesday of each month, at various locations throughout the Houston area. TCCW is a 501 (c) 3 charitable orga-nization whose purpose it is to promote beef by educating the public to its nutritional value and to the use of its many by-products in our daily lives. You do not need to be in the cattle business, but only need to want to promote beef. In addition, we award scholarships to ap-plicants in the following counties: Harris, Fort Bend, Austin, Brazoria, Montgomery, Liberty, Waller and Wharton. If you are interested in becoming a member or desire more information, you may contact Sue Dinges at 281-238-8382 or cell 281-381-1987.

KATY RoCKS!Life is too short so get out and enjoy it. Mix, mingle, socialize and network with singles ages 35+ or those that prefer to hang out with the over forty crowd. We have a variety of events each month such as; dinner & dancing, movies, girls night out, themed parties, picnics, weekend get-a-ways, recreational activities, daytrips and more. For more details, visit www.meetup.com/Katy-Rocks.

Bp pARTNERS WiNTER MEMBERSHip CoffEE“We Love Our New Members” membership coffee will be held on Wednesday, February 1st at 10:00 AM. Contact Jeaneen at 713-398-4180 or Phyllis at [email protected] for the location of the Coffee.

BP Partners is a local organization that fosters friendship and support for the spouses and partners of current and retired BP employees. We have monthly activities that include luncheons with speakers, morning coffee socials, bird watching, book club, bowling, lunch bunch, craft activities and day trips.

KATY AREA RETiREd EdUCAToRSThis dynamic organization meets at 11:30 AM, on the second Wednesday of each month, September through May, at the Merrell Center, 6301 South Stadium Lane, Katy. All retired school employees in the Katy, West Houston area are invited to become members of KARE. It does not matter from which school district you retired. KARE’s theme this year is “KARE Keeps on Learning.” Join us as we learn about a variety of topics via interesting and informative meetings, fun side trips and camaraderie with other retirees. Lunch is provided at a small cost. For information contact Luanne Zacek at 281-391-8464 or [email protected].


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If you enjoy real conversation about current issues and events with a group having diverse backgrounds and perspectives, join us for a cup of coffee on the 2nd Wednesday of each month in room 303 of the Parish Activity Center from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. All participants are encouraged to offer topics for the group and approximately a week before the meeting, a tentative agenda of topics will be disseminated. For further information or to get on the agenda email list, please call Gary at 281-578-1036 or email [email protected].

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• WEST HOUSTON ITALIAN CLUB - meets 3rd Friday of every month, 7:00 PM, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Addicks-Satsuma. For more info., call Carolyn or Derby Smith 281-463-1678.• IRISH AMERICAN HERITAGE ASSOCIATION - meets 4th Tuesday of every month. The meeting will start at 7:30 PM at the Harris County MUD #81 building located at Cimarron Parkway and Hidden Canyon, in Katy. This is just west of Mason Road, one mile south of I-10 at Mason Road (exit #745). Call 281-395-3038 for more info..• BRITISH CLUB OF KATy - Free to join and open to all Brits and ExPats who live in Katy and surrounding areas. For more info., con-tact Jane at 281-693-4707, Vanessa at 281-579-2832 or Nicky at 281-574-3653. Or email [email protected], [email protected] or [email protected].• BEAR CREEK BRIT’S - British or married to a Brit? We meet regu-larly for coffee mornings, dinners, movies and children’s activities. If interested, please phone Cath at 281-395-6701.• NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN - Career Branch of NCJW has monthly meetings on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:30 PM. For info., call Leda 713-572-9924 or [email protected]. • BAyOU BELLES SERVICE ORGANIZATION - Professional women from Acadiana, meet the 1st Wednesday of every month at 7 PM, Contact: Angeline Labbe’-Auzenne at www.BayouBelles.org. • CIVIL WAR REENACTING - Enlist with Company C, “The Palmer Guards,” of the First Texas - call 281-579-3417 or visit www.texas-brigade.org. Select 1st Texas and then Co C.”• ThE SAm houSToN ChApTER of ThE SoNS of ThE RE-pubLIC of TExAS - meets 3rd Saturday of each month (except April). Lunch meetings are held at The Briar Club located at 2603 Timmons Lane beginning at 12 Noon. Visit us on the Web at http://samhoustonchapter.tripod.com or call John C. Thrash 713-647-0570 or 713-352-0993.• JAMES BATES SOCIETy OF THE CHILDREN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION - meets once a month from September to May on Sunday afternoons usually from 2:00 to 4:00 at different loca-tions. Please contact the Senior Society President, Kathy Pritchett at [email protected] or by phone at 713-876-6057. For more info., go to www.nscar.org.

MilitArY• AMERICAN LEGION VETERANS - meets at 7:30 PM, at the Elks Lodge on Katy Fort Bend Rd., on the fourth Wednesday of each month. All past and current members of our armed forces are invited to attend. • fLoyd E. bREEdLoVE poST 9182 of ThE VETERANS of foR-EIGN WARS - meets the first Monday of each month at 6:30 PM at the VFW Hall on George Bush Dr. near Ave. D. All U.S. veterans of foreign combat are welcome to visit or come join with us. For more details phone 281-391-VETS(8387) or come see us!• mARINE CoRpS LEAGuE: Tijerina Detachment meets the second Monday of each month at 7 PM at Katy Elks Lodge #2628. For additional information, call 281-799-9382 or 936-931-5945. Or visit us online at www.usmcmarine1.org.


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James Avery: Collet net collar, CH-539, 14k gold, lists for $1,900, must sell for $1,700 OBO; sunburst pendant, CM-37S, 14k gold, lists for $1,900, must sell for $1,700 OBO; matching sunburst earrings, 14k gold, lists for $400, must sell for $350; domed teardrop ear hoops, EH-860, 14k gold, lists for $410, must sell for $350. All items new and never worn. Call 281-395-4359 for serious queries only.

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AUTOMOTIVE2004 GMC Sierra Extended cab truck, leather interior, Boise radio system, XM radio & On Star ready, 20-inch chrome wheels, chrome tool box. Well maintained, one owner, all maintenance records available, excellent condition, 127,000 miles. Sell for $8,500 OBO. 832-654-5339 or 281-855-9030.

Rare 1967 Pontiac Firebird convertible, re-built, under warranty, 400 Pontiac motor-not matching no., less than 400 miles, totally restored, yellow with black interior, new paint, new disk brakes, new suspension, new interior & new black top with cover, new custom sound system, $24,000. Firm. 281-455-5543.

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Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff. Must have ex-perience working in a licensed child care facility, be flexible and dependable and have a passion for early childhood education. Call 281-401-9828 or send resume to [email protected].

Now Hiring! Do you love children? Small private preschool is now accepting applications. Must be dependable and energetic. Will train. Must have copy of High School Diploma or GED and copy of Social Security Card. Apply in person to 16618 Clay Road, Suite 400. 281-656-2273.

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