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SEp 17 2016 Katy/West Houston Walk to End Alzheimer’s La Centerra at Cinco Ranch 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd. Registration 7:30 a.m. Ceremony 8:00 a.m. Walk 8:30 a.m. For more information, contact Fredy Batres 713-314-1330 [email protected].
SEp 17 & 18 Heart of Katy Craft Show Katy High School Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday, 18 - 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. For more information: [email protected] 832-464-5476.
SEp 24 Ride and Shine Car Show 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Heritage Square 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd. Free event. Bring cameras and kids, stay for breakfast at any of the fine restaurants.
SEp 24 All branches of Fort Bend County Libraries, which includes the Cinco Ranch Branch and the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch, will be closed Friday, September 23, in observance of Fort Bend County Fair Day. Regular library hours will resume on Saturday, September 24. For additional information, contact the library system’s Public Information Office at 281-633-4734.
OCT 14 &15 Dance with the Stars CRHS Cougar Stars Fall Clinic October 14, 2016 Dance on the field pre-game October 15 For more info. and to register visit: http://www.crhscougarstars.org/october-dance-clinic/
OCT 15 pattison United Methodist Church 27th Annual Fall Festival 8 a.m.-7p.m. Hwy 359, 3 mi. north of Brookshire.
The Texas Governor’s Office of Small Business Assistance (OSBA) announced that it has awarded approximately $100,000 in grant funding to 10 nonprofit organizations from across the state for projects promoting the development and success of small businesses in underserved markets, including $10,000 to the Katy Area Economic Development Council.
“Through the intended services and partnership development, we hope to have a profound impact on the growth of jobs, the continued development of our dynamic manufacturing community and the enhancement of our competitiveness both locally and internationally,” said Katy Area EDC President/CEO Lance LaCour.
The Katy Area EDC has helped created over 16,000 jobs since its inception and is the primary economic development organization for the greater Katy area, which encompasses portions of Fort Bend, Harris and Waller counties as well as the entire City of Katy. The project is intended to establish, strengthen and incentivize industry-driven consortia that address high-priority training and financing challenges impeding the growth of manufacturing in the Katy area. Additionally, the program will be used to fund broad participation across the local value-chain including universities and government agencies along with displaced manufacturing talent from companies of all sizes including participating and targeted firms.
Building upon previous work by the Katy Area EDC Construction and Manufacturing Industry Focus Group, the grant funding accompanied by future activities of the proposed consortium, will seek to improve the coordination of federal,
state and local manufacturing development strategies while highlighting Katy area partnering capabilities to deliver value to existing and planned manufacturing and supply chain entities.
Katy Area EDC project goals include: • Coordination of training and services consor-
tia targeted at local manufacturing companies to help reverse recent negative economic trends and ensure increased growth and profitability
• Targeting underutilized HUB manufacturing firms by providing affordable mini-workshops and training opportunities
• Organizing mini-workshops to raise aware-ness and provide opportunities to apply for finan-cial assistance
• Informing and promoting regular communi-cation across public and private sectors
“Key small business needs that our target firms face revolve largely around identifying growth opportunities (collaborating on projects), attracting and retaining qualified talent, and accessing appropriate financing to support future development,” stated LaCour. “Most of our small and medium size companies excel within their area of expertise, but may be unaware of state and local resources available to them and do not have personnel in-house to coordinate these assets.”
“We will work with our Manufacturing Extension and Workforce Solutions partners to help identify and reach out to a diverse group of small and medium size manufacturers willing to interact with our network,” added LaCour. “Our primary partner will be Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) and the Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC.)”
TMAC has six regional primary offices to serve the Texas market, with TEEX as the sponsor for TMAC in this area. Through the partnership developed and managed by the Katy Area EDC, workshops with TEEX will be provided to a maximum of 100 manufacturing companies with a goal of having 10 unique companies per mini-workshop.
To learn more about the Governor’s Office of Small Business Assistance and the Service Provider Grant Program, visit https://texaswideopenforbusiness.com/small-business/division-services.
Katy Area EDC receives $10,000 Small Business Award Grant
On Wednesday, September 7th, The Katy News was invited to attend the Katy Area Retired Educators meeting held at the Leonard Merrill Center. KARE began its year with well-known businessman and Philanthropist, Jim MacIngvale, affectionately known as “Mattress Mac.” MacIngvale is a Houstonian known for owning and operating the Gallery Furniture retail chain. He is best known for his energetic, fast paced sales pitches, typically ending with some variant of his catch phrase “Saves You Money!” In 2002 he co-authored the book “Always Think Big,” which chronicles the ups and downs of his entrepreneurial career. “Mac” is a big supporter of education throughout the Houston area.
He talked about the crisis news network on television and how if they don’t have a crisis they are sure to get one. He talked about how not showing the problems but to show us the solution. He talked about a book called Abundance and how far we have come in this world. He also talked about how we complain about what happens when our cell phones go down and how 5 years ago there weren’t that many cell phones. “We live in the land of abundance of what the teachers taught. He went on to talk about his life at
28 and how he felt the world owed him a life. The teachers teach the children optimism. Another part of the meeting, What is the Texas Retired Teachers Foundation “A Helping Hand”? “A Helping Hand” provides public education retirees with charitable assistance for a one-time special need or other short-term hardship. The recipients include anyone who is receiving or is eligible to receive an annuity from the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS). The foundation provides assistance such as financial, medical and dental bills, car and home repairs, energy bills, food and more. If you or someone you know needs assistance contact TRTF at: [email protected] or call 1-800-880-1650 for a complete application packet, including guidelines and instructions.
This KARE group will also be adopting two elementary schools, Bear Creek and Sundown Elementary who tested low on the their literacy scores. The group hopes to provide more books for these children and to encourage more children to read. If you wish to assist with this effort please contact one of the KARE members for more information. Follow KARE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KARETX/.
EDC President/CEO Lance LaCour
Mattress Mac Speaks at KARE Meeting
Gerald Young, Jim McIngvale and Marsha Smith at the recent KARE event at the Merrell Center in Katy.
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Ask the Expert– Know Your Funeral Arranger
Sherry Ahart-Davies Location Manager, Katy Funeral Home
Q: What should I expect �om my funeral arranger? A: A funeral arranger should care for and guide your family as if you were part of their own. He or she is a caring professional who will be by your side every step of the way—from the arrangement conference to a funeral or memorial service and beyond—to help you understand the options that are available to you, choose what will work best for you and your loved ones and carry out your wishes by coordinating every
Q: But don’t all funeral arrangers do the same thing?A: On the surface, it may seem that all funeral arrangers are the same, but it’s important to remember that it’s not just what they do but how they do it that sets a funeral professional apart. The loss of a loved one is one of the most
funeral arranger should strive to provide you and your family with a superior customer experience during what
can be a stressful process. He or she should be committed to service beyond expectation so that you can focus on honoring the memory of your loved one.
Q: What else should I look for in a funeral arranger? A: You and your family should feel
person helping you to create a personal, memorable send-off for your loved one—or for yourself, if you are planing in advance. From a guided tour of the funeral home or cemetery to grief management resources and even travel assistance, look for a professional who will take care of all the necessary details. Your arranger should do everything in his or her power to make the planning process a little easier, whether in advance or at the time of need. If you’re interested
the time of need, ask your funeral arranger about a planning guide to help you organize vital end-of-life
wishes. You can contact us to receive a personal planning guide today.
If you have more questions, visit your local funeral provider. They are a good source of information for funeral, cremation and cemetery options.
Sherry Ahart-Davies is the Location Manager at Katy Funeral Home, a member of the Dignity Memorial® network serving the Greater Houston community and families nationwide. Originally from St. Louis, Sherry has more than 20 years of experience providing families with compassionate care and professional service. She is an active member of the Katy Chamber of Commerce and KAEDC and is a Cinco Charities/Ballard House volunteer. For more information or any questions, contact Sherry at 281-395-7070 or [email protected].
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The creatively-minded can now go where no person has gone before when it comes to decorating scarecrows with registration now open for the 2016 Fulshear Scarecrow Festival, slated for Oct. 15.
Individuals and teams wanting to compete in the festival’s s c a r e c r o w d e c o r a t i n g contest can register online at http://www.crosscreektexas.com/scarecrow-fest. Registrants will receive $100 toward their creations, with the scarecrow that best reflects the theme of “ S c a r e c r o w s : The Next G e n e r a t i o n , ” winning the $1,000 grand prize. Second place will win $500 and third place receives $250.
“We think this year’s scarecrows will be out of this world, as participants follow our Star Trek theme, which was selected to honor the 50th anniversary of the iconic television show,” said Rob Bamford, general manager of Cross Creek Ranch.
Event-goers can vote for their favorites during the festival, happening noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, at 6450 Cross Creek
Bend Lane in the community. The Fulshear Scarecrow Festival is open to the public.
While the scarecrows will be a star attraction, the festival also will include a carnival,
live music, p u m p k i n decorating, face painting, b o b b i n g for apples, j u g g l e r s and more. Admission into the festival is free, and available for purchase will let people play games, enjoy rides and climb a rock wall all day.
Proceeds benefit Arts Fulshear and the Texana C e n t e r .
Arts Fulshear provides and supports art and cultural events, art education and public art in the Fulshear community. The Texana Center plans to build a Fulshear campus to provide treatment for autism, programs for adults with intellectual disabilities and those with behavioral healthcare issues.
Cross Creek Ranch is minutes west of the Grand Parkway at the intersection of FM 1463 and FM 1093. For more information about the community, visit www.crosscreektexas.com.
Fulshear Scarecrow Festival Slated for Oct. 15
Katy Funeral Home is excited to announce our very own “Little Free Library”. Our library is fully stocked and ready for your visit. The library is conveniently located on the southwest corner of our property and is registered and pinned on Google World Map as LFL #38832. “Little Free Libraries” are registered, so if you are traveling, you can Google the “Little Free Library” website, enter the zip code of your location, and any registered library in that area will be pinned.
What is a “Little Free Library”? “Little Free Libraries” offer books to adult and young readers in our community, as well as, all over the world and are based on the concept that one “take a book; leave a book”, so that the library will always have reading material available. Our library will offer books appropriate for all age groups and will be monitored regularly, so the books remain in good taste. We will also have a monthly surprise, so be sure to visit often.
Why did we choose to place a library at our funeral home? “Little Free Libraries” are a great way to establish friendships, build relationships within our community and promote literacy.
We love books and want to make certain that everyone has the opportunity to escape in the adventure of a book.
Grand Opening Fun To celebrate the opening of our library, the first
12 visitors (children must be accompanied by a parent) can pick up a new copy of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child”, complete with Bertie Bott’s Every Flavour Beans, Chocolate Frogs or Jelly Slugs. (See the Front Desk Receptionist)
We hope you will enjoy our free community library and encourage any feedback. If you have books that you would like to donate, we are happy to accept gently used books for all ages.
“A library outranks any other one thing a community can do to benefit its people. It is a never failing spring in a desert.” – Andrew Carnegie.
A heartfelt “Thank You” to Ida Franklin, Owner of Venus Construction, who spent countless hours painting, landscaping and weatherproofing our library.
Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three winners of the Arts Fulshear 2016 Photo Contest that spotlights the theme of Texas farms and a range of subjects related to farm-to-table, including Texas grapes, wines, and craft beers.
The contest is open to all amateur and professional Texas photographers age 16 and older.
All photos, original and unaltered, must be taken in Texas and submitted either Sept. 23 or Sept. 24.
“We are excited to promote the arts and our community theme of Bountiful Living played out in photos with a Texas farm flair,” says Doug Konopka, DHK Development president and developer of Fulshear’s newest master-planned acreage community. “The top 10 to 20 entries will be on display at our inaugural Fulshear Run Farm & Vineyard Faire event October 8.”
Finalists are welcome to attend the Fulshear Run Farm & Vineyard Faire event from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. (with RSVP) to discuss their photos and offer photos for sale. Winners will be announced during the event around 4:30 p.m.
Contest judges include Ana Villaronga Roman, Executive Director and Curator at Katy Contemporary Art Museum; Tom Haymes, Director, College Educational Technology Services, HCC-Northwest College and professional photographer; Fulshear Mayor Jeff Roberts; and Melissa Roberts, LCISD trustee.Contest Rules
Photos (one submission per person) should be mounted and hand delivered to the Fulshear Run sales office at 9035 Bois D’Arc Lane in Fulshear, Texas, with the appropriate registration form and $20 entry fee, during these times: Friday, Sept. 23, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., or Saturday, Sept. 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Color or black and white prints sized 11”x 14” or 16”x20” can be submitted. All photos must be mounted on mounting board or matted at least one size larger than the print. Prints on canvas or aluminum or other surfaces are acceptable if within the size ranges and fixed for hanging on presentation panels. Each photo must be labeled on the back of the matte or photo and include the photographer’s name, phone number for notification, address and the location photo was taken in Texas.
By entering the contest, the photographer gives permission for the submitted image to be used by Arts Fulshear Inc., DHK Development and Fulshear Run for promotional purposes, notes Arts Fulshear Executive Director Marcia Simmons.
Finalists will be notified by Oct. 1 and entries that do not quality as a finalist must be picked up Saturday, Oct. 1 between 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Fulshear Run Sales office. Finalists can donate entries to Arts Fulshear to be sold at the Arts Fulshear Fall Fundraiser, “Scotch, Cigars and Muscle Cars,” on Oct. 14. Contest entries not picked up at the designated times will be assumed a donation to Arts Fulshear and will be sold at the fall fundraiser auction Oct. 14.
After the contest, photos must be picked up Monday, Oct. 10, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the sales office.
“The professional membership of Arts Fulshear includes some of the most talented photographers in southeast Texas, so we are thrilled that Doug Konopka and DHK Development are presenting this opportunity for artists in our area to not only show their work but compete for cash awards,” adds Simmons.
Details on the contest and the new Fulshear Run community is available at www.fulshearrun.com and Arts Fulshear www.artsfulshear.org.
Arts Fulshear Announces Texas-Themed Farm-to-Table Photo Contest
Little Free Library Opens at Katy Funeral Home
Ida Franklin, owner of Venus Construction with Sherry Davies and Christine Hempel of Katy Funeral Home are shown here at the Little Free Library provided by Katy Funeral Home. Photo by Debi Beauregard.
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Fort Bend County Master Gardeners are holding their first annual, Fall Vegetable-Herb Plant Sale on October 8, 2016, from 9:00 until 12:00 noon. The sale will be held in front of the greenhouse located at 1402 Band Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471.
The varieties of vegetables selected are those that are recommended for Fort Bend County by Texas A & M Agri-Life Extension Service or grown by Master Gardeners in their own home gardens.
Fall is a great time in Fort Bend County to continue a vegetable garden. After the heat of summer, the cooler temperatures are perfect for gardening. There are many varieties of vegetables and herbs that thrive in our cooler fall weather and many will continue to produce until early spring if temperatures do not do not drop below freezing for a long period.
The vegetable and herbs offered in the sale have been grown by Fort Bend Master Gardeners in their greenhouse. Some of the vegetables that will be available include: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale, kohlrabi, celery, Swiss chard, cauliflower, lettuce, mustard greens, collards, mizuna, and pak choi.
Fall is also a good time to add herbs to your garden, chamomile, cilantro, dill, parsley, sage, and salad burnet are some of the herbs that will be available. While herbs are a great addition to many recipes they also are wonderful plants to add to the landscape since many herbs are perennial.
Visit http://www.fbmg.org/events/annual-sales/fall-veg-herb-sale/ for further information, a complete list of plants, and directions to the sale.
All proceeds from the sales are used to support the educational programs offered throughout the year. This sale, along with the Fruit & Citrus Tree Sale and Spring Vegetable-Herb Plant Sale, help us purchase materials for our training and educational efforts, demonstration garden plants, and materials. No funds are used to pay volunteers nor are these funds used for anything unrelated to our mission.
Fort Bend County Master Gardeners are one of the volunteer groups of the Fort Bend County Office of the Texas A & M Agri-Life Extension Service. For more information about Fort Bend County Master Gardeners please visit our website: www.fbmg.org.
Fort Bend County Master Gardeners Announce Fall Vegetable-Herb Plant Sale
The Houston Area Wood Carvers Club will hold its regular monthly meeting on Saturday, September 17, 2016, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Bayland Community Center (6400 Bissonnet). Butch Wilken will teach a class on carving a stylized bird. Pete Reittinger will be teaching at the beginners’ table. Members share their art at the monthly Show and Tell.
Plans are underway for the 45th Annual Fall Show, Competition and Classes. The event will be October 7-8 at Faith Lutheran Church in Bellaire. Registration is now open for classes, show tables and competition entries. Details are on the club website: www.HoustonAreaWoodCarvers.com.
Carvers and those interested in learning to wood carve are invited to attend the monthly meetings.
Houston Area Wood Carvers Club Monthly Meeting
Katy Christian Women's Connection (KCWC) will be hosting our annual Fall Festival Fundraising Luncheon on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at The Club at Falcon Point, 24503 Falcon Point Dr, Katy. This luncheon helps raise funds for our local and National Stonecroft outreaches. We will host 12 local vendors, auction off baskets and have a bake sale in additional to a great lunch. Lin Lockamy from Spring, Texas will provide us with an inspirational message. The luncheon starts at 10 a.m. for shopping and fellowship and ends at 1:15 p.m. The luncheon is $18 per person. KCWC is part of Stonecroft, a ministry for women which provides Bible Studies, Prayer Connections and fellowship luncheons around the US.
For more information or to RSVP for the luncheon please email Nancy at [email protected] or call 281-232-8338.
KCWC Fall MeetingFort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch
Library will host a “Japanese Tea Ceremony,” presented by members of the Japan America Society of Houston, on Saturday, September 24, beginning at 10:30 a.m., in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy.
Observe and learn about this Japanese cultural activity involving the ceremonial preparation and presentation of matcha, or powdered green tea. The ceremony also includes traditional Japanese sweets, which are served to balance the bitter taste of the tea.
This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library at 281-395-1311 or the library system’s Public Information Office at 281-633-4734.
Japanese Tea Ceremony
Geocaching BasicsThe Houston Arboretum is holding a beginner’s class
for the fun hobby of geocaching on Saturday, September 10 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. You’ll learn the basic terminology and how to use a GPS in a short introduction, and then set out to look for geocaches around the Arboretum for the remainder of the time. For those who like a challenge, we will have Garmin GPS units available for your use, but if you have a smart phone, there are several Geocaching apps you can download that are very easy to use. Recommended smartphone apps are Geocaching by Groundspeak or c:geo. It is helpful if you set up a profile on Geocaching.com before the class. $25 member / $50 nonmember – per family. Price includes up to 4 family members; $5 per additional family member.
Katy Sip N Stroll is offering some new and exciting offerings for this biannual Katy favorite festivity. Held at Villagio Town Center at Westheimer and Peek Road, The Katy event will host a vast array of silent auction items and wine pull benefiting The Ballard House.
Munch through the myriad of food tasting stations and sip from over 40 beverage stations. An ocean of wine and beer selections will be offered to quench your thirst.
Beat the crowd and upgrade to the pre-parties. Savor rare and specialty craft beer selections at The Beer Club - available only from 4-5 p.m. Or enjoy bubbly wines and Champagne selections and a spread of delicious goodies to be dipped in the Kroger chocolate fountains at the splendid Bubbles @ Villagio presented by Chloe Wine Collection.
Swing to crowd favorite tunes by The Robert Hartye Band on the Aruba Tourism Live Music Stage in the courtyard while Gabe Montoya will be pelting soulful sounds on the Street Music Stage near the Kroger Beer Garden.
Take away recipes after engaging with live cooking demonstrations by award-winning Chefs presenting on the WAITR Chef's Corner Cooking Demo Stage.
Take away your free caricature painted at the Mercantil Commercebank display. Engage in live magic performed by John Dahlinger and visit the massive screen display in Cane Island Home Zone.
For information or to buy tickets, visit http://www.sipandstroll.com.
Katy Sip N Stroll to Benefit Ballard House Comes to The Villagio Sept 17
World Theater - 2016 -2017 Broadway Musical SeriesKicks Off with "West Side Story" Sept. 16 - Sept 24
West Side Story is one of the most memorable musicals and greatest love stories of all time.
Book by Arthur Laurent; Music by Leonard Bernstein and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. The musical is widely regarded as one of the best ever produced and of finest accomplishments.
Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet transported to modern-day New York City as two young, idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the "American" Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas of all time.
The familiar musical roles including Tony, Maria, Anita and Bernardo, come to life by our wonderfully talented cast: Hunter Kendrick playing Tony; Sophie Wheeles playing Maria; Chailey Bettis as Anita; Jonathan Tureau plays Bernardo. Other performers include: Andres Cosme, David Brown, Rodolfo Cosme, Aaron Luviano, Cheris Bettis, Jacy Kendrick, Katelyn Howard. The Production Team includes: Artistic Director, Burton Wolfe; Music Director, Laura Bettis; Stage Manager, Cherry Bettis; Sound and Light, Victor Luviano.
2016-2017 Broadway Musical Season includes: My Fair Lady, The Music Man, Sister Act and Miss Saigon (School Edition). Flex Pass of 5 shows is available until September 23.The Special Event, Steps to Success, is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 21.
Nozer Buchia, also referred to as “Mr. Motivator AND The Motivational Entrepreneur", is an internationally-acclaimed motivational, inspirational, and keynote speaker of repute. He is known as a “speaker’s-speaker” due to his dynamic inimitable style of humor and delivery, and his practical approach to any situation.
Nozer is a business coach and a life coach, specializing in mentoring executives, high profile managers, non-performing and under-performing teams and individuals who have the potential to excel; and who want to expand successfully.
Nozer’s executive coaching and leadership training programs have been created to maximize your success by enhancing your natural talents and future capabilities. His approach to coaching has been developed and strengthened by his decades of experience and is personalized through individual & group events that motivate and empower each participant to improve their leadership & managerial capabilities to create positive results . The event on Oct 21 will start with a Mixer and Cocktail reception from 6 p.m.
- 7 p.m. and the Seminar is from 7:00 p.m. - 8 :30 p.m. A ticket price of $25 will include the Mixer and Cocktail Reception. For Further information, please contact 832-552-5115 or visit: www.worldtheater.us
The familiar musical roles including Tony, Maria, Anita and Bernardo, come to life by our wonderfully talented cast: Hunter Kendrick playing Tony; Sophie Wheeles playing Maria; Chailey Bettis as Anita; Jonathan Tureau plays Bernardo. Other performers include: Andres Cosme, David Brown, Rodolfo Cosme, Aaron Luviano, Cheris Bettis, Jacy Kendrick, Katelyn Howard.
Record-Breaking Bowl Throwing for Fort Bend Empty BowlsLocal artist Albert Goldreich will be throwing bowls
for more than eighteen hours to break the world record.Goldreich will attempt to break his own record for
the longest a potter has thrown bowls on a wheel in the Book of Alternative Records. His current record is for eighteen hours and three minutes. He’ll start throwing bowls on his potter’s wheel beginning at 5 a.m. on October 15th at the art gallery at 104 Industrial Blvd. in Sugar Land.
The bowls Goldreich throws will be painted, fired and sold at Fort Bend Empty Bowls, April 28, 2017. The money raised will go to benefit East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry (EFBHNM), a food pantry, financial assistance program and resale shop that serves families in temporary financial crisis in East Fort Bend County.
“I don’t like to think of people going hungry.” Goldreich said in preparation for the event. He said things were a bit rough growing up. “But we never went without a meal.”
He broke his first record in 2009 to raise awareness for
the Houston Empty Bowls. He was introduced to Fort Bend Empty Bowls when he met Lou Ann Newman, Bowls Committee Co-Chair, while walking in their neighborhood.
Goldreich had no idea there was an Empty Bowls in Fort Bend County. He immediately knew that he wanted to do something to help get the word out.
“I like the idea of having an event,” said Goldreich. He said the event would give people an opportunity to gather and learn more about Fort Bend Empty Bowls, EFBHNM and the people the organization helps.
“This is amazing for us, just to bring awareness,” said Vickie Coates, Executive Director at EFBHNM. “So many people don’t think there’s hunger in Fort Bend County.”
All the clay is being donated by Pamela Owens at “The Ceramic Store” in the Houston Heights. There will be seventeen judges comprised of Fort Bend community professionals. Attendees will have a chance to sign up to paint one of the record-breaking bowls.
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www.Russell-Music.comFort Bend County Libraries will present an introductory program “Silent Hunters: The World of Owls,” on Monday, September 19, beginning at 6:00 p.m., in the Meeting Room of the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library, 8100 FM 359 South in Fulshear.
Mary Anne Weber, Education Director of the Houston Audubon Society, will provide an overview of these nocturnal hunters and their natural history. Learn about the different species of owls, and how to identify them. Weber will also share interesting biofacts about owls. She may even have live owls with her at the program.
Weber has been teaching with live birds for 30 years, and became the Education Director of the Houston Audubon Society in 1999. She specializes in raptors (owls and hawks), but loves teaching about all types of birds. This program is made possible through the generous support of the Friends of the
Bob Lutts F u l s h e a r /S i m o n t o n B r a n c h L i b r a r y . Proceeds from the Friends of the Library book sales and annual membership dues help to u n d e r w r i t e the costs of special pro-g r a m m i n g and various cultural events at the library.
The pro-gram is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library at 281-633-4675 or the library system’s Public Information Office at 281-633-4734.
Silent Hunters: The World of Owls
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Sepsis is a potentially life threatening complication of the body’s overwhelming response to infection. Sepsis starts out with an infection which can quickly deteriorate to tissue damage, multiple organ failure and death, especially if it is not recognized and treated in its early stages.
People with weakened immune systems, chronic medical illnesses or the very young or very elderly are at the greatest risk for developing sepsis.
Annually, more than one million Americans are diagnosed with sepsis and between 28-50% of them die as a result—more than the number of individuals who die from AIDS, prostate cancer and breast cancer combined.
Sepsis also has a major economic impact, with an estimated $20 billion cost in 2011.
How can you prevent sepsis? Know your risk factors: people with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, people with diabetes, major kidney or liver disease, major burns or trauma are all at increased risk for getting infections and ultimately developing sepsis.
Talk to your doctor about getting a flu shot or other vaccinations. Prevent infections by:
• Cleaning any skin tears or wounds • Practicing good general hygiene—handwashing
is the first step in prevention. If you have an infection, seek immediate medical
treatment if you experience the following: • Shivering• Fever• Sweaty/clammy skin• Mental confusion• Extreme pain• Shortness of breath• Rapid heart rate• Rapid breathingEarly intervention frequently includes intravenous
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Jay Gatsby, a self-made millionaire, passionately pursues the elusive Daisy Buchanan. Nick Carraway, a young newcomer to Long Island, is drawn into their world of obsession, greed and danger. You will not want to miss the breathtaking glamour and decadent excess of the Jazz Age come to the stage of Tompkins High School Performing Arts Center.
October 20-21, 7 p.m. October 22, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Students-$10 / Adults - $12
Reserved Seating tickets available for purchase Oct. 1st at www.TompkinsTheatre.com .
General Admission Seating tickets sold in the PAC Oct. 17-21, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., & at the door.
Tompkins High School Performing Arts Center, 4400 Falcon Landing Blvd. Katy, TX 77494.
For more information, contact [email protected].
Tompkins Theatre Company Presents: GatsbyDo you have a new Kindle
or Nook™, but you’re not sure how to use it? Are you shopping for a mobile reading device, and would like more information on the different options? Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will have an E-Reader Question-and-Answer session on Wednesday, October 5, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., in the Conference Classroom of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy.
Library staff will be available at this come-and-go session to answer questions about different types of e-readers, using the library’s online digital library, streaming movies and music, and downloading e-books. Learn how easy it is to check out free e-books, audiobooks, music, magazines, and movies from the library’s online digital collections, OverDrive, Hoopla, Flipster, Cloud Library, and TumbleBooks.
The session is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required. For more information, call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library at 281-395-1311 or the library system’s Public Information Office at 281-633-4734.
E-Reader Q&A
Middle School Spot: Paper Airplanes
On Wednesday, September 21 at 5:00 p.m. Come join the fun of Middle School Spot, a rotating program for ages 10-12 at Katherine Tyra Branch Library @ Bear Creek.
Activities include Gaming, Writing Workshop, and Maker Programs. For more information call 281-550-0885.
Computer Class: Using Google Drive
Learn to upload files to your own Google Drive account on Friday, September 23 at 1:30 p.m. at Katherine Tyra Branch Library @ Bear Creek. Take advantage of free cloud storage space. Create documents and other common file types. Learn techniques on how to organize and access your own documents, images, spreadsheets, presentations, and more.
For more information call 281-550-0885 or visit www.hcpl.net
Rainwater Harvesting
Saturday, September
24 11:00 a.m. Teresa See, Master Gardener from the Harris County branch of Texas A&M Agrilife
Extension Center, will describe the process of capturing, diverting, and storing rainwater for future use at Katherine Tyra Branch Library @ Bear Creek. Learn how you can make your own Rain Barrel at home. This program is free and open to the public.
Adults can come to the library to play chess. Join us for an afternoon of strategy and fun on Friday, September 23 at 3:00 p.m. at the Katherine Tyra Branch
Library @ Bear Creek. Bring your own chess board, or play on the library's two tournament style chess boards.
Chess Games
On Tuesday, September 27 at 10 a.m. you are invited to bring your tablets and follow along as we show you how to make the most of your tablet. Learn how to operate your tablet, explore some of the powerful built-in apps, and learn how to download additional apps, music, and
more. This class is designed for android tablets only. Please see our Apple iPad class if you have an iPad.
Please call the Maud Marks Library at 281-492-8592 for more information and to register.
Introduction to Tablets
High Speed Rail Forum
Both the proponents of the project, Texas Central Partners, LLC, and opponents Texans Against High-Speed Rail have confirmed that they will participate and make a presentation of their position, followed by questions from the moderator and written questions from the audience.
The forum will be hosted and moderated by State Rep Mike Schofield on Wednesday, September 28 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Cypress Ranch High School Auditorium10700 Fry Rd, Cypress, TX 77433.
Morton Ranch Senior to Compete in Nature Valley First Tee Open at Pebble Beach
The First Tee of Greater Houston sent Scott Schuster to compete in the 2016 Nature Valley First Tee Open at Pebble Beach, an official PGA TOUR Champions event that was held Sept. 13-18 and televised internationally on Golf Channel. Scott Schuster, along with Stephen Boyd from Langham Creek, will join 80 other participants from The First Tee chapters for the event. The two local teens will be teamed with 81 PGA TOUR Champions players and 162 amateurs as they compete for the pro-junior title at Pebble Beach.
Scott Schuster has been a member of The First Tee since 2008. Originally from The First Tee of Pasadena, Calif., Scott transferred to the Greater Houston chapter in 2015 and is now a senior at Morton Ranch High School.
“Scott has worked hard to reach his goals and watching him grow in his game through The First Tee program has been a privilege,” said Doug Earle, executive director, The First Tee of Greater Houston. “Houston is rooting for him.”
The First Tee of Greater Houston is one of 165 chapters around the country. More than one million local young people have been introduced to golf and life skills experience of The First Tee since 2004.
Morton Ranch Senior Scott Schuster competed in the 2016 Nature Valley First Tee Open at Pebble Beach.
Volume 27| Number 18 The Katy News September 16, 2016 | Page 5
Katy Sports By Tom Behrens© The Katy News 2016
Week Two: District 19-6A Football
Sophomore, Deondrick Glass, ran for 250 yards and five scores, and quarterback Rocky Emery completed a two-point pass in the second overtime, lifting Katy to a 50-49 win over Klein Collins on Saturday at Rhodes Stadium in week two.
The Tigers surrendered more points (49) to Klein Collins than in the first 13 games last season (38)
"We're growing up. I knew there would be some growing pains, I just didn't know it would be this severe,” Katy Head Coach was reported as saying after the game.
Katy churned out 477 yards, 17 first downs – and, more importantly, a much-needed win.
Katy Tigers What Happened To The Defense?
Taylor Mustangs -The Beek Machine
Senior tailback Ean Beek continues to be the man at Taylor. Rushing for 363 yards and three touchdowns, he powers the Mustangs to a 43-40 win over Travis.
Taylor jumped out to 16-0 lead in the second quarter. Beek scored on an 80-yard run late in the third quarter to put Taylor up 36-18. Desani Waller’s 10-yard run and David Perkins kick at 4:20 in the fourth quarter seals the Mustang win.
Cinco Ranch Cougars - Second Half Wake-Up Call
Cinco Ranch prevailed against a scrappy Jersey Village team 42-30, finally pulling away in the third quarter after the Falcons kept it close throughout the first half.
Cinco Ram senior quarterback James Klingler, threw for 265 yards and four touchdowns on 16-of-23 passing evening.
The game was a classic tale of two halves – Jersey Village and Cinco Ranch entered the locker rooms at halftime tied 7-7. In the second half the Cougars scored 35 points to 23 for Jersey Village.
Cinco Ranch’s senior defensive back Ben Mathiasmeier had a 44-yard punt return for a touchdown. A 45-yard touchdown pass from Klingler to senior wide receiver Greg Williams on the first play of a drive sealed Jersey Village’s fate.
Brant Kuithe (#14) avoids tacklers on his way to a 18 yard run touchdown. Photo by John Glaser, https://jmgcreative.shootproof.com.
Morton Ranch Mavericks - Big Night For Fountain
In a rushing exhibition by both teams, Cy Ridge outran the Morton Ranch Mavericks 35-30. Senior, Damion Fountain battled all night, racking up big plays despite facing defenses loading the box. Fountain rushed for 199 yards on 21 carries and two touchdowns.
Cy Ridge built a 14-7 lead at halftime, and extended it to 21-7 on the opening drive of the third quarter. The Maverick’s defense struggled with the heat and humidity, but the Mavericks battled back cutting the lead to 35-30.
With only 2:17 remaining in the game, the Cy Ridge rushing attack was able to drain the clock and win the game, 35-30.
Mayde Creek & Tompkins - Losing Is Getting Old For Rams And Falcons
The Mayde Creek Rams remain winless after losing to Cy Lakes, 33-21. The Rams last win was in Sept. 2014 over Tompkins who was in their first varsity football season.
The Tompkins Falcons went on the road losing to Beaumont Central 21-7. The Falcons draw an early bye week, and next will play Reagan, Sept. 15 at Rhodes Stadium.
Seven Lakes - Surprise
The Seven Lakes-Memorial matchup provided one of the more surprising results in the first week, with the Spartans prevailing 10-7 in a defensive matchup. Neither team managed 300 total yards. Memorial's two lost fumbles were the only turnovers. So is the Spartans' defense that good?
Morton Ranch Mavericks - Lots Of Mistakes
Low snaps, high snaps over the punter’s head that left him scrambling for his life; fumbled snaps and mental miscues, plus penalties all added up to a disappointing Friday evening as the Morton Ranch Mavericks lose to the Dobie Longhorns, 24-12.
In post game player interviews the consensus was pretty much the same: “We weren’t ready for this game. We didn’t play to our level of high standards that we set for ourselves,” said Maverick players.
Coach Dave Meadows: “We didn’t play well, and that’s all I can say. The other team whipped us, give them all the credit, completely whipped us in every way you can do it. They have athletes, they have players…you could see that. We’re not surprised that they played well.
“Is this the real us or not,” asked Meadows. “If this is the real Maverick team, we have a long year ahead of us. If we have more fight in us than we showed tonight, it’s time to start showing it. I believe in this team; I think we’ll make it.”
Week Three: District 19-6A Football
The Cougars of Cinco Ranch dominates Memorial 51-0.In the first quarter, quarterback James Klingler found
wide-out, Greg Williams with a 56-yard pass for the first touchdown at 9:29. Running back, Ethan Cook blasted across the goal line at 4:30, and Brandon Contreras-besides adding the Point After Touchdowns (PAT) - completed a 26-yard field goal to make it 17-0.
In the second quarter Klingler connected with Brant Kuithe. Will McDaniel’s PAT was good. Kuithe scored again on an 18-yard run at 4:36; McDaniel’s PAT missed.
In the middle of all this offensive scoring, #8 defensive back Ben Mathiasmeier, Cinco Ranch, was putting on a clinic of how to play defense, causing havoc for the Memorial receivers and running backs.
At 9:59, Mathiasmeier recovered a Memorial fumble and went 40-yards for a Cougar TD; Contreras added the PAT. With seconds left before halftime, Mathiasmeier intercepted Jared Trozzo’s pass and raced down the sidelines to only have it called back because of a Cinco Ranch blocking infraction. “I was just trying to score before half time … too bad the penalty.” The score at halftime: 37-0 Cinco Ranch. Third and fourth team players add 14 more; Cinco Ranch 51-0.
Cinco Ranch Cougar Mathiasmeier Highlight Reel
KATY TIGERS WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME KATY WAS 1-2?
Bad snaps gave the Katy Tigers problems as the Woodland Highlanders pull out a 26-3 victory, giving the Tigers a 1-2 record.
Katy’s first snap went out of the back of the end zone, and gave the Highlanders a 2-0 lead at 7:26 in the first quarter. About two minutes later the Tigers gave up the ball on another bad snap to Highlanders at the Katy 32 yard line. The Woodlands add a 28-yard field goal and lead 5-0 with 2:45 remaining on the clock. Highlander quarterback, Eric Schmid, caps an 66 yard drive, going three yards for another TD, giving The Woodlands a 12-0 lead at halftime.
In the second half, The Woodlands ran the ball right down the middle of Katy’s defense to open the third quarter. The unbeaten Highlanders required 11 plays and almost six minutes to march 80 yards down the field, setting up Jordan Talford’s 1-yard touchdown run to make it 19-0 at the 6:38 mark.
Katy finally got on the scoreboard in the fourth quarter with a 27-yard field goal with 7:30 remaining, but The Woodlands answered with a 21-yard strike from Schmid to Chris Stewart to complete the scoring with 5:45 remaining.
Taylor took control early and Ean Beek had another great game, rolling to a 51-28 road victory over previously unbeaten Magnolia at Bulldog Stadium on Friday evening.
Beek collected 301 yards of total offense, including 233 on the ground via 34 carries.
Taylor jumped out to an early 7-0 lead as quarterback David Perkins scored on a 1-yard run to cap the Mustangs’ opening drive. Ethan Beek, Ean’s older brother, picked off Magnolia quarterback Jacob Frazier on the Bulldogs’ next possession and set the Mustangs up at their own 19. Ean Beek found pay dirt from 11 yards out, making the score 14-0 with four minutes to play in the first quarter.
Ean had a lot more gas left in the tank. He then broke off a 53-yard run midway through the second quarter to make it 21-0.
Magnolia answered as Anthony Johnson scored on a 25-yard jaunt up the middle of
the field. The PAT, however, was blocked.Taylor fired right back less than two
minutes later when Perkins connected with Ean Beek on a 68-yard touchdown pass. That made the score 28-6. Ean Beek finished the first half with 264 yards of total offense, including 196 on the ground.
The Mustangs went up 35-14 with 29 seconds remaining in the first half as Perkins found Garrett Holgorsen for a 9-yard touchdown. Shane Williams scored on a 21-yard run up the middle. The Mustangs went up 44-14 later in the period after a high snap on a Magnolia punt attempt resulted in a safety.
Magnolia scored on a 4-yard run by Johnson late in the third, but Taylor countered with a 75-yard touchdown pass from Perkins to Brennan Lucas.
The Mustangs have next week off before opening District 19-6A play with a matchup against No. 4 Katy on Thursday, Sept.22, at Rhodes Stadium.
Justified excitement reigns at 19202 Groeschke Rd, Mayde Creek High School address, as the Ram win their first game, 14-13 against the Nimitz Cougars at Thorne Stadium.
Sean McConico scored on a nine yard run at 2:40 in the second quarter, and then again on a 20 yard run with 0:49 seconds left in the third quarter. Tony Casas adds both PATs and the Ram leads a startled Nimitz Cougars, 14-0.
The Cougars come alive at 5:03 in the fourth quarter as Anthony Horton breaks loose on a 60-yard pass from quarterback Stephon McGee. The Cougars add another TD on a 15-yard run from Roderick Masters at 3:06 in the fourth quarter to bring Nimitz just one point away from a tie or two points for a victory.
A young Seven Lakes Spartans team went into melt down allowing Foster 52 points in a 52-13 loss. Foster offense churned out 388 total yards, with 160 coming on 34 carries. As Seven Lakes head coach, Lydell Wilson said at the beginning of the year, this was a young team and it would be a learning experience.
Nathan Fairwell had two field goals in the fourth quarter providing six points for
the Spartans; John Harrington scored from one yard for Seven Lakes’ lone touchdown; Fairwell added the PAT.
The Cougars go for the win; however, Jolby McCoy’s run fails, and Mayde Creek fans take a collective breath. Rams win 14-13. Mayde Creek has a week off to savor the win; they face Morton Ranch at Rhodes Stadium, Sept. 24.
Taylor Mustangs - Cinderella Team?
Seven Lakes Spartans…Young And Learning
Mayde Creek RamsIt’s A Win, It’s A Win!
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Information about food and nutrition is not hard to find in numerous publications or online. We have all learned the basics of healthy eating as school children. Yet many people have a hard time controlling the way they eat. They see temptation everywhere.
As a result, they often struggle with being severely overweight. Others find themselves underweight, bulimic and obsessed with food or weight. They may feel hopeless and helpless, after many unsuccessful attempts to gain control of their issues with eating.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) offers both help and hope. To learn about this program, based on the Twelve Steps of Recovery of AA, all are welcome to attend a public information meeting, including those who are concerned about their own eating behavior or that of someone else.
The free information session will be held Monday, October 10 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Church of the Holy Apostles, located at 1225 W. Grand Parkway S. (Hwy. 99), Katy TX 77494 The session will include speakers who will share their stories of
recovery from eating addictively through the FA program as well as information about FA meetings in the Greater Houston area.
Free literature will be available, including the 20 questions that help identify the problem of food addiction. For instance, do you think about food or your weight constantly? Do you find yourself attempting one diet or food plan after another, with no lasting success?
When the answer is yes, the resources and FA program may provide the help that is needed for those who have tried any number of solutions to their problems with food, including years of diets or exercise. FA provides a long-term solution to maintaining a healthy weight and freedom from obsession with food that focuses on physical, mental and spiritual recovery.
For additional information, please visit the FA website: www.foodaddicts.org or call 781-932-6300 and/or [email protected]. For information about local FA meetings, as well as interview opportunities with Houston-area members, please contact Ann at 713-807-9677 or Mary at 713-385-7447.
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Cinco Ranch Junior High Sixth-Grader Wins Prize from Think Through Math
Cinco Ranch Junior High sixth-grader Joshua Okolo won one of 10 Big Kahuna prizes from Think Through Math (TTM) this summer. The Big Kahuna Texas Grand Prize Drawing is reserved for students who have passed at least three math lessons each week of the summer.
Okolo received a solar-powered backpack, a tablet, a TTM journal, pencils and t-shirt. Okolo was also one of the 2015 big summer TTM prize winners, and is the first student in TTM history to win twice.
Pictured with Joshua Okolo and his family are some of the Cinco Ranch Junior High math department, Mr. Ruben Soliz, Assistant Principal Ms. Shan Smith, Math Instructional Coach Miss Erika Berk, Okolo’s teacher Mrs. Mayra Rubio, Assistant Principal Mrs. Mona Cardin and TTM representative Ms. Karen Tillett.
Katy ISD 2016 Summer Graduates
Katy ISD held its 2016 Summer Commencement ceremony on August 29th at James E. Taylor High School PAC. Graduates from Katy High School are: Keiara Nicole Bufford, Evan Michael Crowder, Tyler Ray Lastovica, Brilleth Beekeesy Rivera, Anthony Derek Roca and Jasmine Nicole Ross. Graduates from Mayde Creek High School are: Herberth Alexander Alvarado, Julia Rebeca Chicas, Elias Escobar, Omar Barradas Flores, Kyle Alexander Gonzalez, Michael Anthony Govea, Raekwon Diallo Harvey, Ifeany Lindell, Kyimae Onumonu, Cynthia Maria, Russo Chinea, and
Vanessa Urbieta. Graduates from Morton Ranch High School are: Cedrick Cassell, Claudio Arturo Garcia, Epitacio Gomez Espindola and Alvin Quevedo Ramirez. Graduates from Rains High School are: Tri Dat Nguyen, Rosa Salgado and Sonia Elizabeth Umana. The Graduate from Seven Lakes High School was Omar Berroteran Salazar. The Graduates from Taylor High School are: Jonathan Andre Boliver and Sterling Robert Burdette. The Graduates from Odessa Tompkins High School are: Erick Burleson, Ashley Cuesi, Valeria Victoria, Torrealba Delgado and Erik Anthony Vargas.
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On Tuesday, September 19 at 4:30 p.m. children are invited to create a piece of art. This special art project will benefit refugee children in the country of Burkina Faso in Africa. Ages 8 to 18 are welcome to come to the Katherine Tyra Branch Library @ Bear Creek located at 16719
Clay Road to help create art which will brighten up the lives of children at their refugee camp. A replica of the artwork will be on display at Harris County Public Library. For more information about Be the Peace, Be the Hope visit www.bepeacebehope.org.
Tuesday Craft: Be the Peace, Be the Hope Art Project
If you’re looking for solutions to make your dream of becoming a homeowner come true, this is your opportunity. Please join Andrew Steinbrecher with Academy Mortgage Corporation on Saturday, September 24 beginning at
2:00 p.m. at Katherine Tyra Branch Library @ Bear Creek to learn about the mortgage process, loan types and down payment assistance programs. Attendees should RSVP to [email protected].
Mortgage Workshop
When it’s 98 degrees on the Texas A&M University campus and the sun feels hot enough to turn your skin into a French fry, nothing says “cool-down” like a quick trip down Mt. Aggie, the school’s 130-foot- long ski slope.
The man-made structure is used for classes in the Health and Kinesiology department, and although there is no snow on the slope, it at least gives the illusion of the white stuff to make things cooler. At least the students feel that way.
“This is one of the neatest places on this campus,” says senior Meredith Oliver of Tyler.
“I signed up for this class because I needed a health class, and it is going to be fun. I do want to be a better skier.”
Mt. Aggie – named of course after the nickname of the university’s 60,000 students, Texas’ largest student population – has been around since 1972 when then-health professor George Jessup came up with the idea of building a slope to teach skiing, a nifty trick since the nearest real ski slopes are about 1,000 miles away from campus.
The original Mt. Aggie was built in Spence Park, and the turf used to ski on was leftover Astroturf from nearby Kyle Field.
The slope has been at several locations since then, and the current site near the Mitchell Tennis Courts was a gift from
the Class of 1998. Thousands of students have skied or even snowboarded down its slopes since it opened. No ski lifts are necessary – students must trek up the slope, strap on their skis and shush down to the bottom according to their skill level.
Instructor Mike Hanik, who teaches the class titled “Beginning Snow Skiing,” says the current slope is a material called SnowSport Xtreme, “which is very similar to an artificial turf. We wet it down with water to make it skiable, and that helps a lot.
“There was someone in town many years ago who had a snow-making machine and we tried it out here. It would take thousands of pounds of ice to make this a real snow slope, but the water works just as well.
“This is always a popular class, and the students seem to enjoy it,” Hanik adds. “Mt. Aggie is a great place for beginners to learn the basics of skiing.”
“I’ve only been skiing a couple of times, and my roommate told me about this class, so I thought I would give it a try,” says Houston junior Lauren Gonzalez.
“They teach the basics here, which is what I want. This is a really cool class and I bet a lot of students don’t know it is offered. At least now I can say I skied down Mt. Aggie.”
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Are you interested in becoming a U.S. citizen? The Maud Marks Library will be hosting a citizenship class series on Mondays, at 6:30 p.m. Topics for the class will include preparing for the citizenship interview, tips for demonstrating English ability during the interview, and general
knowledge of U.S. government and history. This class will continue to meet every Monday beginning September 19. In person registration is required and begins Tuesday, September 6. This class will be taught in English only. For information, call 281-492-8592.
Citizenship Class
Monstrous mayhem will be unleashed when the Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center is overcome by Halloween Monster Mayhem for three weeks of Halloween. From Oct. 11 to 26, 2016, we dare you to witness how monsters have rummaged, scoured, combed, and turned upside down the Discovery Center to make room for their monster lairs. This hair-raising experience will allow you to “catch monsters” in the dark with “Glow in the Dark Monsters” activities, harness the
power of energy to make things “come to life” in S c i e n c e Station, and d i s c o v e r w h y m o n s t e r s may be just simply misunderstood.
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Katy ISD was named among the Best Communities for Music Education for the 13th year by the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation, which recognizes schools and districts across the nation for demonstrating an outstanding effort to provide music access and education to all students.
Among the music programs offered in the District are string orchestra, full orchestra, choir vocal ensemble, marching band, concert band, jazz band and multiple individual events of solos and small ensembles.
The NAMM Foundation is a nonprofit supported in part by the National Association of Music Merchants and its nearly 9,200 members around the world. The Foundation advances active participation in music making across the lifespan by supporting scientific research, philanthropic giving and public service programs. For more information, visit www.nammfoundation.org.
Katy ISD Named Among Best Communities for Music Education for 13th Year
“VFW Post 9182 Commander, Frank Torres, joined by VFW State Judge Advocate General, Ken Burton,conducted a September 11 observation and prayer, at the Freedom Park Memorial Tower.Pictured from left to right, Ken Burton, Frank Torres, and David Frishman.”
9/11 Remembrance
