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1Williamsburg Hamlet December 2012Published by: Krenek Printing 7102 Glen Chase Ct • Houston, TX 77095 • 281-463-8649

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Happy Holidays!

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TRASH CANS*** PLEASE REMEMBER TO STORE YOUR TRASH CANS AND RECYCLING CONTAINERS OUT OF PUBLIC VIEW AND PUT THEM AWAY BY MIDNIGHT ON THE DAY OF TRASH PICK UP. TRASH MAY BE PUT OUT AS EARLY AS THE EVENING BEFORE TRASH COLLECTION. ***

*** POR FAVOR RECUERDE RECOGER LOS TANQUES DE BASURA Y DE RECICLAMIENTO ANTES DE LA MEDIA NOCHE DEL DIA DE LA RECOLECCION! POR FAVOR, NO PONGA SU BASURA EN LA ACERA ANTES DE LA NOCHE ANTERIOR DE SU RECOLECCION.***

LETTER fROm THE PRESIdENT

Dear Hamlet Homeowners,Happy Holidays!Many thanks to our volunteers who made National Night Out an outstanding and one-of-a-kind Hamlet event! We had an amazing turnout this year and received incredibly positive feedback! You are a true gift to your community! Many thanks to those of you who came to enjoy the event as well - your involvement in your neighborhood is essential to building community spirit!

Our annual meeting was held on October 23rd at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Katy. Lisa Wycoff was elected to the Board for a three-year term. Congratulations, Lisa and thank you for your tireless work during the last year! Many thanks to all of the homeowners who attended the meeting and the many homeowners who sent in their proxies! Your commitment to the Hamlet is such an asset to your community! At the meeting, we discussed our progress during the year, our 2013 budget and other topics of homeowner interest. We had several door prizes at the meeting - Mr. Rego was the winner of the iPod Touch, Mr. Waggoner was the winner of the $50 Walmart gift card and Ms. Kenner was the winner of the $25 Walmart gift card. Thank you for participating in your community!

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Please remember not to set your trash out before the evening prior to trash pick up and return your trashcans to your backyard or garage by midnight on the day of trash collection. Many thanks to those of you who are already in the practice of doing this - a moment of your time makes a big difference in the appearance of the community!

Thank you to the many homeowners whose dedicated efforts are improving the appearance of the Hamlet! Over and over again, I hear how beautiful the community is looking. Every home makes a difference and working together, we can create a beautiful Hamlet! The yards and homes of the Hamlet are looking better and better! Let’s continue to make 2012 a beautiful year in the Hamlet!

The Beautification Committee will be on the lookout this month for the most cheerful and beautiful holiday yard decorations! Our three most festive yards will receive a cash prize, a sign for the season and their name and photo in the newsletter. Let’s spread some holiday cheer in the Hamlet this season!

Sincerely, Peyton Belunek, PresidentWilliamsburg Hamlet • 281-347-2658

Carta de la Presidenta12 de Septiembre 2012

Estimados Propietarios de Hamlet,Buenas noticias!La Junta se complace en informarles que a partir del primero de Enero del 2013, su nueva cuota de mantenimiento será de $415 dolares. Esto representa una reducción de $25 dolares del valor de $440 que pagaba los años anteriores.

Usted recibirá la factura por su nueva cuota de mantenimiento en Noviembre de este año y el pago será efectivo Enero, 1, 2013. Si usted desea utilizar un plan de pago para pagar su cuota de mantenimiento que se vence el primero de Enero del 2013, usted deberia comenzar ahora poniendose en contacto con la administradora de nuestra comunidad Lisa Henkhaus, llamandola al 713-329-7100; o puede enviar su pago total o parcial a:

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Como Junta y como comunidad, hemos logrado muchas cosas buenas este año!

• 2013 es el primero en muchos años que Williamsburg Hamlet tiene un presupuesto equilibrado, que no necesita usar fondos de reserva para cubrir los gastos basicos de operacion.• Hemos restaurado la piscina de la comunidad de acuerdo a las regulaciones del Estado.• Hemos restaurado nuestro parque de acuerdo a códigos estatales, haciendolo mas seguro y embellecido.• Hemos invertido en muebles actualizados para nuestro parque y piscina, creando mejores amenidades para todos los residentes de Hamlet.• Hemos trabajado con Centerpoint para instalar luces adicionales en areas del parque, de la entrada de nuestra comunidad y nuestras oscurecidas calles sin salida.• Reportes del 2012 indican un indice de delito extremadamente bajo en Williamsburg Hamlet. Los reportes de crimen de la officina del Sherriff de Harris County indican que solo hemos experimentado dos robos en el 2012. Ambos robos se produjeron en el primer trimestre del año y fueron respondidos por diputados del Condado de Harris County que no estaban contratados por Williamsburg Hamlet. Williamsburg Hamlet es una comunidad segura para vivir y criar una familia!

Nuestras decisiones han sido guiadas por los principios y mandatos de la Escritura de Constitución, nuestros Estatutos Legales y las Restricciones de la Escritura de nuestra comunidad. Estas guias fueron diseñadas para protejer y mejorar el valor de nuestras inversiones.

Sinceramente, Peyton Belunek, PresidentaWilliamsburg Hamlet • 281-347-2658

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WelcoMe to neW HoMeoWnersIf you are a new Williamsburg Hamlet homeowner - Welcome! If you, for any reason, did not receive a copy of the Williamsburg Hamlet Maintenance Association Deed Restrictions, by-laws or other governing documents, please go onto www.katyhamlet.org and view them online. They are available at no cost to you and will give you the information you need about your new community. Please take the time to take the “Homeowner Orientation” while you are on the site as well.

HaMlet WeBsiteWilliamsburg Hamlet has an official website!!! www.katyhamlet.org is our web address. In order to gain full access to the site, you will need to contact Hilary Chala at 713-329-7171 and obtain your ID number to create an account with the site. Once you have your ID, you will visit the website and click “Sign Up for a New Account” on the right hand side of the page. Then, you will register as a first time user and create a unique user ID and password to use each time you login. From the new website, you will be able to view our deed restrictions, bylaws, governing documents, financial reports, minutes from meetings of the Board of Directors, architectural review forms, your account status, pool information and general community information. We encourage you to become familiar with the site and take some time to take the “Homeowner Orientation” offered there, which gives some very useful information on life in a homeowner’s association.

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Tree, bush or yard trimmings must be bundled, must not be longer than four feet in length and must not weigh more than 40 pounds. Any branches you include with your trimmings may not be more than three inches in diameter. If they have missed your trash in error, they will arrange to come back by to collect it within 24 hours. Please remember not to set your trash out before the evening prior to trash pick up and return your trashcans to your backyard or garage by midnight on the day of trash collection.

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PlEasE sPay oR nEuTER youR PETYour pet is a cherished member of your family. As their caregiver, you have a very real responsibility to their health and well-being. One of the most important decisions you will make in their care is to have your pet spayed or neutered. By having your female pet spayed before their first heat, you help prevent uterine infections and breast cancer, which are fatal in about 50 percent of dogs and 90 percent of cats. Having your male pet neutered can help prevent testicular cancer and control unwanted litters.

Female cats usually go into heat for four to five days every three weeks during breeding season, making a lot of noise and urinating often (sometimes in your house!) in an attempt to attract a mate. This will be entirely relieved by spaying your female cat. Unneutered males will roam far from home, risking life and limb in the streets and in fights with other males in the pursuit of a mate. Neutering your male cat is a way of protecting him from the dangers of roaming and fighting in the streets.

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Many people feel that if their pet has a litter it will be a good life lesson for their children to learn about “the miracle of birth.” Your responsible pet ownership is a great lesson to your child! Many unwanted pets end up in shelters every year. Allowing your pet to have offspring you never intended to keep is not the lesson you want to teach. Please consider the large number of educational books and videos about birth, which can fill this need for your children responsibly.

Spaying and neutering is a great benefit to your community! When streets are overcrowded with stray animals, driving or going for a walk or bike ride can become dangerous - for both people and animals.

Please think about the large number of unwanted animals in our country when you are considering spaying or neutering your pet. Every year, millions of domesticated animals will be euthanized for lack of homes and even more will end up living on the streets. Please be a part of the solution and call to set up an appointment to have your pet spayed or neutered today, if you have not already done so!

DeeD RestRictionsPlease take some time to take an assessment of the exterior of your home. A fresh coat of paint is a solid investment in preserving your home. Approved colors for the Hamlet are earth tones. Please submit an architectural review for your chose color and consider this important home maintenance responsibility. If you have replaced your siding and have yet to paint, please do so. Tending to your landscaping can boost your curb appeal, as well as save you greatly in home repair in the long run. Overgrown plants near your home can conceal insect infestation and damage your foundation and home exterior. Now is a good time to take inventory and prune your plants. Avoid planting close to your home.

The board asks that those of you who have received letters from the management company comply with the requests to abide by the community’s deed restrictions. When you purchased a home in this

community, you chose to participate in our rules and regulations. We all want a beautiful Hamlet and every home makes a difference! If you are having difficulty complying with the request, please contact the management company and explain your situation. Communication is the first step toward understanding!

ARchitectuRAl ReviewA new Architectural Review Application is available. This year, there have been some changes in the Texas State laws and our policies have evolved to reflect those changes. The new laws allow for solar energy devices, the display of U.S., Texas and U.S. armed forces flags and rainwater harvesting systems, as well as certain types of shingles. All of these additions to your home would require an architectural review and are only allowed in certain places on your home/lot. The policy changes will be available on the new website www.katyhamlet.org. To avoid penalties, please complete the approval form before you begin any change or addition to your home, which will affect the exterior appearance of your property. Martin Courville is the board contact for architectural reviews; so if you have any questions regarding the approval process or if an application is needed, please contact him at 281-343-6881, [email protected] or contact Lisa Henkhaus at PMG at 713-329-7100. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!

Pet owneRshiP ResPonsibilityPets are valued and loved members of the Hamlet community! If you love your pets, please keep them inside your home or your enclosed yard! Your neighbors cannot be responsible for your loved pets and they are not safe outside of your home or yard. All pets in the Hamlet must be licensed, vaccinated and wear proper identifying tags. If your fence is in need of repair, please take time to repair it. A bored pet will find its way into the streets and cannot be kept safe once it is out of your yard.

If you encounter loose dogs or cats in the neighborhood, you may call Harris County Public Health and Environmental Services at the following number: 281-999-3191. You may also call this number if you have stray or abandoned animals on your property.

Thank you for caring about your pets, your neighbors and your neighborhood!


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RepoRt IncIdentsPlease help keep the Hamlet safe and nuisance free by reporting incidents when you notice them. Speeding vehicles, suspicious persons or vehicles and annoying sounds (car alarms that do not get turned off by their owner at any time of day or dogs barking and loud music after 10 PM) are all examples of non-emergency incidents to report to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. Non-emergency calls should be made to 713-221-6000. Be observant and take down any information that will be useful to the reporting deputy - license plate numbers for speeding or suspicious vehicles, as well as make, model and color of the vehicle, will all make the deputy’s job easier upon arrival. Take down a brief description of any suspicious persons you see - physical description and clothing, as well as where you last saw them and which way they were traveling. If you are reporting an annoying noise, attempt to determine the physical address of where the noise is coming from, so you can inform dispatch when you call.

If your situation requires immediate assistance and you feel it is life threatening, please call 911.

sex offendeRsWilliamsburg Hamlet, like all communities, is not immune from having sex offenders living in the area. Families with small children and teenagers, specifically, may wish to familiarize themselves with the registered sex offenders and their locations within our community, as well as their photographs. This information is available to you from the state on the Internet at the following website:

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You may search their database for sex offenders in our area by entering the zip code 77493.

HomeowneR cHange of addRessIf you have had a change of your primary mailing address, please contact Lisa Henkhaus at Principal Management Group at 713-329-7171 to update our records. Without your current information, pool tag information, annual meeting notices and other valuable information may not reach you. Please take a moment to get our information current. Thank you!

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newsletteR InfoRmatIonListed below is the printing schedule for our newsletter. All information, including classified ads, are due by the 25th of the month. If you wish to run a classified ad, you may do so by submitting it to [email protected] or mailing it to Krenek Printing, 7102 Glen Chase Ct., Houston, TX 77095. The cost to run an ad is 25¢ per word. A phone number counts as one word. If you wish for the classified to run in both Hwy. 6 & Katy Newsletters, the price doubles. The classified ads are open to anyone, business owners, residents and non-residents. The ads go into all of the Katy newsletters with a total circulation of around 43,000 homes. We encourage everyone to take advantage of this space offered for classified ads.

Editor’s Note: Business ads are separate from classified ads. For business ads, please contact Krenek Printing, 281-463-8649, email: [email protected] or check out our website: krenekprinting.com for prices, etc.

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• Keep Christmas lights stored in a covered box, wrapped neatly around a plastic light organizer or just loosely wrapped, untangled.• Check each and every light for broken or non-functioning bulbs. Discard lights that don’t work and replace with new bulbs.• Make sure cords and wiring are intact. Avoid frayed cords - discard immediately if frayed.• Know that there are separate lights for indoor and outdoor use. Use indoor lights inside your home and UL-approved outdoor lights outside.• Turn off all Christmas lights when you go to bed.• Use mini, low-voltage lights on a tree. The large lights generate too much heat and can dry out your tree faster, making it a fire hazard.

HOLIDAY DANGers tO petsToxic plants and holiday/winter products:Plants and other items associated with the winter and holiday season can be toxic to your pets. What follows is a general guide. Please consult your veterinarian, animal poison control and the manufacturer for specifics. Remember, the earlier you seek treatment, the better for your pet!

Low toxicity - poinsettia leaves/stems; balsam/pine/cedar/fir; angel hair (spun glass); Christmas tree preservatives; snow sprays/snow flock; tree ornaments; super glue; styrofoam; icicles (tinsel) and crayons/paints.

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LOCAL TEACHERS ATTEND TSCA CONVENTIONSan Antonio was the site of the recent Texas Speech Communication Association convention (TSCA) which was attended by a group of six current and retired speech teachers and debate coaches from Katy. In addition to numerous interesting, useful and thought provoking sessions on all aspects of teaching speech and debate, several awards were given. Notably among the awards was Secondary Speech Educator of the Year, which was presented to Gay Hollis, James Taylor High School debate coach. She has had a very successful coaching career at Taylor and other schools and is a teacher looked up to by students and colleagues alike. Other teachers attending were the speech and debate coaches from Mayde Creek High School, Greg McGee; from Morton Ranch High School, Carrie Sanguinetti and from Seven Lakes High School, Charli Lennon.

Carrie Sanguinetti, Charli Lennon, Gay Hollis, Bo Williamson, Norma Coston and Greg McGee.

Gay Hollis being presented award by Sandra Jones of Alief ISD and

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George Tennison being presented award by Sandra Jones of Alief ISD and

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Rounding out the group were retired Katy teachers Norma Coston and Bo Williamson who currently own Custom Awards & Engraving in Katy. Although retired from teaching and coaching, the two remain active in their professional association and Custom Awards & Engraving donates the award plaques each year for the various categories of Educator of the Year. Both Bo and Norma are Life Members of the association and while Coston has been a member for 32 years, Williamson boasts a 48-year membership.

Another winner from our area was George Tennison, speech teacher and debate coach from Olle Middle School in the Alief School District. He was honored as TSCA’s Middle School Speech Educator of the Year.

Next year’s convention will be held in Corpus Christi and all speech and debate teachers are encouraged to attend and learn from the sessions provided as well as ideas of colleagues’ they meet. It’s a “once a year” opportunity to experience a “teaching growth spurt” over a short period of time.


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CELEBRATION OF LIVESTOCK SHOW & RODEO’S 70TH ANNIVERSARY BRINGS COUNTRY ACT TO BENEFIT

SCHOLARSHIP FUNDFollowing the FFA motto “…Living to serve,” in 1943, L.D. Robinson, former Katy High School agriculture teacher, initiated the Katy ISD FFA Livestock Show & Rodeo to serve and better prepare Katy ISD students. To celebrate the legacy of Robinson and the anniversary of the FFA Livestock Show & Rodeo, the Casey Donahew Band will perform a concert on February 9, 2013 at 7 PM at the Leonard E. Merrell Center. All proceeds from the concert will benefit the L.D. Robinson Scholarship Fund.

The L.D. Robinson Scholarship Fund was established in 1970 to honor Robinson. Multiple four-year scholarships are awarded in the amount of $500 per semester to graduating seniors in the Katy ISD FFA and Agriculture Science program who meet the requirements of the scholarship. To date, the scholarship fund has awarded almost 90 recipients.

“We are so excited to feature the Casey Donahew Band to celebrate 70 years of grand achievements within the Katy ISD FFA Livestock Show & Rodeo,” says Diana Elder, daughter of L.D. Robinson and co-advisor/director of the L.D. Robinson Scholarship Fund. “In the spirit of my father, we would like to continue to give back to the community by increasing scholarship funds for students through this benefit concert.”

Casey Donahew released his fourth studio album, Double Wide Dream, in October 2011. In 2012, the Donahew organization received five nominations at the annual Texas Regional Radio Music awards and in June signed up for professional membership with the Academy of Country Music (ACM).

For more information about the concert, contact Ben Rolens, general manager of facilities at the Leonard E. Merrell Center, at 281-396-2562. Go to www.merrellcenter.org to get your tickets online.

KATY ISD FOOD FOR FAMILIES CAMPAIGN 2012To Our Partners and Friends,Katy ISD Partners in Education invites you to join in holiday support for Katy ISD students and their families.

The Process is Simple…Campus principals identify students in need. We collect donations and purchase a $50 grocery card for each family. Cards are delivered to campuses prior to winter break with a message of support from their Katy ISD community.

And Proven…Food for Families is a 12-year program supported annually by our community. Last year, we raised over $15,000 from hundreds of donors supporting Katy ISD students and their families.

To Participate:The cost per family is $50. Contributions of any amount are accepted.

Getting Your Donation to Us,Please make checks payable to Katy ISD Food for Families. Mail or deliver to Katy ISD Partners in Education, 6301 South Stadium Lane, Room 1460, Katy, TX, 77494

Donations of $50 gift cards are welcome. Each card must be from a business offering a variety of family food choices. Restaurant gift cards will not be accepted, nor do we accept food items.


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KATY YMCA• WINTER YMCA Youth Sports Leagues: Youth NFL Flag Football (grades 1st - 7th), Basketball (PreK-7th) or Cheerleading (grades K-6th). Teen Volleyball and Basketball also offered. Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or check out our website: ymcahouston.org Registration deadline is December 2nd ($10 late fee after November 25th).• LIVESTRONG at the YMCA: A twelve-week, small group program designed for adult cancer survivors. YMCA membership is NOT required. All participants will receive a free 12 week Y membership. For more information, contact Cindy Jackson at 281-392-5055, ext. 220 or via email at [email protected]• Volunteers Needed for Community Event: High School students: Do you need service hours for school? The YMCA’s Thanksgiving Day Turkey Dash is the perfect opportunity to earn those hours. Approximate hours 6:30 – 10:30 AM. Visit www.ymcaturkeydash.org and click the Volunteer Ops tab to register.

WesT HOUsTON GIRls sOfTbAll AssOCIATION ReGIsTRATION

West Houston Girls Softball Association invites you to come join the fun! Registration is now OPEN for our Spring 2013 season. Make some new friends and enjoy the outdoors in a fun and exciting way. No experience necessary! Girls, ages 5-17, are eligible to play! Every girl makes a team and every girl plays. Registration can be completed online, in-person or by mail (visit our website for forms and dates): www.eteamz.com/whgsa. If you have questions, please feel free to email Kim Jowers at [email protected]

beAR CReeK UMCupward basketball and cheerleading

Celebrates our 11th season of UPWARD Basketball and Cheerleading Registration has begun and ends December 8, 2012. Evaluations are December 1, 2012 from 2 PM to 6 PM and December 8, 2012 from 9 AM to 12 noon. Practices begin January 2, 2013 with the first game on January 19, 2013. Last game will be March 9, 2013 and Awards Night is March 10, 2012. Costs are Basketball $75 and Cheerleading $80. For more information, visit bearcreekumc.org or call Larry Tyree at 281-463-2330 ext.119 or [email protected] (email).

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PTA board members from Beckendorff Junior High and Katy Junior High celebrated their second annual sister school breakfast in September. Members from both Boards shared breakfast and ideas with each other in addition to planning joint community service projects. Beckendorff and Katy were paired together in the PIE sister school program three years ago and have developed activities and programs that benefit both schools and the community.


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Spartan ShowcaSe of holiday homeS

The Seven Lakes High School PTSA presents the Spartan Showcase of Holiday Homes! Tour a variety of stately homes beautifully decorated for the holidays on Thursday, November 29th and Friday, November 30th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. You can tickets at Cobblestone Cottage, 23701 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, TX 281-693-4085 and Seven Lakes High School, 9251 S. Fry Road. visit the SLHS PTA Website - www.sevenlakesptsa.com or call 281-237-2800. For more information or questions, contact Michelle Hebert at [email protected]; Cynthia Rodriquez at [email protected] or Ashley vann at [email protected]

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Be inspired for your holiday decorating by attending the annual Taylor High School Holiday Home Tour. Tour dates are November 29th from 5 PM til 9 PM and November 30th from 10 AM til 2 PM and again, from 5 PM til 9 PM. This year the tour will feature five lovely area homes and will also include a market place with 16 vendors for you to browse and shop! Tickets will be available for purchase at Taylor High School, as well as Katy Flower Market, 20829 Kingsland Blvd. Suite B and at Hauerland’s, 1648 Mason Rd. Tickets will also be available at the individual tour homes. The cost is $10 and all proceeds benefit Project Graduation 2013.

Holiday Special Events 9th annual crhS cougar Star holiday parade of homeS

A traditional holiday event under the ‘Stars’ of Katy that promises to be brighter than ever before! Mark your calendars for the evening of Dec. 6th and 7th to visit six Katy area homes that are each unique and smartly decorated from fun to elegantly traditional.

Step into a home with a Tuscan theme allowing both traditional and whimsical decorations promising to warm your heart and a home specifically designed and decorated right out of Pennsylvania Dutch with a twist of Texas.

Hear the CRHS Bravo Choir (Thurs.) delight everyone in a season with song. Tickets are $12 and available from your favorite Cougar Star or at the following retailers: Beau Kisses, Hauerlands, YaYa Club and Curtain Call.

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Dinner and auction are from 5:30-7:15 pM in the SLHS Commonswith a full concert following at 7:30 pM in the SLHS pAC.


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Come join us for this live re-enactment of the journey that was taken in the days leading up to the birth of Jesus, complete with live nativity! This is a FREE event for all ages. Current Christian Church is located at: 26600 Westheimer parkway, Katy 77494. Questions? Call us at 281-395-4722.

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Delicious homemade Christmas cookies for that special loved one, last minute gift or holiday gathering. Choose from an assortment of goodies that will bring a smile to any holiday celebration. Come early for the best selection. all sold by the pound. For more information contact us at [email protected] or call 281-392-0637.

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Christmas EvE Worship sErviCEs Living Word Lutheran Church would like to invite the community to join them on Christmas Eve to celebrate the birth of Christ. A Christmas Eve Contemporary Worship service featuring the praise band will be held at 2 pm. At 4 pm, children ages 2 years through 3rd grade (and their parents) are invited to an interactive Celebration for Children. A Festival Candlelight Worship service featuring traditional music, the choir, bell choir and a brass ensemble will be held at 7 and 10 pm. prelude music will begin 30 minutes before the start of the Candlelight Worship service. Living Word Lutheran Church is located at 3700 S. mason Rd. in Katy. For more information, visit www.livingwordkaty.org or call 281-392-2300.

st pEtEr’s UmC - Christmas is Coming!What is Christmas Without handel’s messiah?

To many people, Christmas is just not Christmas without singing or hearing Handel’s messiah. The Chancel Choir of St peter’s United methodist Church will present our annual ‘messiah Sing-along’ with full orchestra in the Sanctuary on Sunday, December 9th, at 7:00 pm. The church is located at 20775 Kingsland Blvd. We invite everyone in the community to join us, either as a singer or a listener. Scores will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis; however, given the limitations of available scores, you are encouraged to bring your own music. We hope this will be a Christmas gift to our community that we can continue giving for years to come. please mark your calendar. If you have any questions please email us at [email protected] or [email protected] or contact Rae Ann Beck at 281-492-8031, ext. 329.

Katy Christian WomEn’s ConnECtion Christmas lunCheon

mark your calendars, our next luncheon will be Thursday, December 13, 2012 , 11:00 Am-1 pm. The Club at Falcon point , 24503 Falcon point Dr, Katy, TX 77494 - $16 inclusive per person . Our Speaker and musical guest will be music teacher and concert pianist , Sherry Woodruff . She will be delighting us with her Christmas program mark your calendars… You don’t want to miss it!! please bring a Christmas ornament (under $5) and be a part of a festive ornament exchange! For reservations call 281-232-8338 or email [email protected] by 5 pm, Monday, September 17th. Husbands are invited and are welcome to attend! please go to www.facebook.com/KatyCWC to visit our Facebook page.

thE EmpoWErmEnt CEntEr “Just for Kids” toy drive

The Empowerment Center is sponsoring our Annual “Just for Kids” Toy Drive, thru December 14, 2012. Then join us for a Ho! Ho! Ho! Toy giveaway weekend beginning Saturday, December 15th at 10 Am, Santa & Friends host “Snacks & Toys” and Sunday, December 16th at 9 Am, it’s Santa & Friends host a Holiday production and Toys, both days on the campus of The Empowerment Center, 20910 park Row Blvd, Katy, Texas 77449. Everyone is welcome. For additional information, visit us online at www.beempowered.com or call our office at 281-578-3535 to support or receive.

First Christian ChUrCh oF Katy6th annual “living nativity”

Join First Christian Church of Katy for the 6th Annual “Living Nativity” on Saturday, December 15, 2012 from 6:30-8:00 pm. There will be 3 live representations of the Nativity scene lasting approximately 30 minutes each. Refreshments will also be provided in the fellowship hall throughout the evening. First Christian Church is located at 22101 morton Ranch Road, Katy, Texas 77449. For more details, call the church office at 281-492-2693 or visit our website: www.fcckaty.com

nEW CrEation LUthEran ChUrChChristmas eve Candlelight serviCe is sCheduled!

New Creation Lutheran Church will hold a worship service with music and carols for those who may be travelling over the holidays. If you would like to share some special time with your family before you get on the road or are busy on Christmas Eve, please join us at 4 pm Sunday, December 23rd for a candlelight service at the Irene Stern Community Center in Fulshear. Traditional holiday treats will follow. Come out and meet your neighbors. pastor Dale: 832-492-5136.

BEar CrEEK BaptistChristmas eve serviCes

We will be holding three Christmas Eve services: 3 pm, 5 pm and 7 pm on December 24, 2012. please come and join us at one of these times. Bear Creek Baptist Church is located at 5901 N. Fry Road near West Little York. For more information, call 281-859-9900.


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To help raise funds for a local charitable organization, join Frostyfest on Sat., Dec. 1st. Come and shop at our wonderful Craft Fair filled with booths with beautiful handmade items from local crafters. Bake sale, silent auctions all day and food court. Located at 1530 Norwalk Drive, Katy (South of I-10 off of Highland Knolls between Fry Road and Westgreen Blvd.). Wonderful Christmas shopping!!!

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FundraisersthE prEgnanCy hELp CEntEr of wEst houston gingErbrEad Jog

The Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston (PHC) is excited to announce the First Annual Gingerbread Jog event to be held on Saturday, December 1, 2012. This 5 K fun run and family 1 Mile walk/run will begin and end at the Villagio Town Center in Katy (22756 Westheimer Parkway) with a start of 8 AM. All profits from this fundraiser will benefit the PHC operations. REGISTER TODAY at thedriven.net

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bowLing fundraisErOur bowling event in January is a fundraising event for Texas Tech students, through Texas Tech Parent Association - Greater West Houston Chapter. Our bowling event will be held at Copperfield Bowl on Sunday, January 6th from 3-5 PM. Cost per person is $20 and includes 2 hours of bowling and shoe rental. Open to Texas Tech parents and students. RSVP is required. Visit www.texastechparents.org/group/GWH for more information.

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bEvEragE Cans for a good CausE!Keep Kids Connected, a local non-profit organization that gives Netbook computers to kids with cancer or other serious illnesses, collects and recycles aluminum beverage cans the second Saturday of each month at the Tradition Bank, Pin Oak branch from 9 AM-12 PM. Please stop by each month to donate your cans. The proceeds from the recycling are used to purchase computers. Visit www.keepkidsconnected.org for more information on the organization.

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• Dec. 1-2, 2012 - Photos with Santa Houston Metro Go Texan Committee Cypress Fairbanks SubcommitteeTime: noon - 4 PMLocation: Traders Village 7979 N. Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, Texas 77041Contact: Tom Fitzgerald, 713-562-3363• Dec. 8-9, 2012 Photos with Santa Houston Metro Go Texan Committee Cypress Fairbanks SubcommitteeTime: noon - 4 PMLocation: Traders Village 7979 N. Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, Texas 77041Contact: Tom Fitzgerald, 713-562-3363• Dec. 8, 2012 - Tamale Sale Houston Metro Go Texan Committee Alief/Southwest SubcommitteeTime: 10 AM - 12:30 PMLocation: SYSCO 1390 Enclave, Houston, Texas 77077Contact: Lisa Bolt, 281-451-4183• Through Dec. 9, 2012 Holiday Wreath Pre–Sale Houston Metro Go Texan Committee Fort Bend/Stafford SubcommitteeDelivery: wreaths will be delivered between 2 and 7 PM on Dec. 10, 2012Contact: Lois Gremminger, 281-723-3718• Dec. 15-16, 2012 - Photos with Santa Houston Metro Go Texan Committee Cypress Fairbanks Subcommittee

Time: noon - 4 PMLocation: Traders Village 7979 N. Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, Texas 77041Contact: Tom Fitzgerald, 713-562-3363 Visit http://rodeohouston.com/events/events.aspx for a full listing of all upcoming Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo events. For questions about the events above, please feel free to contact the individuals listed for each event. For general information about the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, please contact Sarah Poole via email ([email protected]) or phone 832-667-1200. The 2013 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo runs Feb. 25th through March 17th. Visit www.rodeohouston.com for more information.

NATURE PROGRAM FOR PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN

Enjoy the outdoors with your child (age 2 1/2 to 5) at Audubon nature programs (called the “Titmouse Club”) offered Tuesday mornings, 10:00 - 11:00 AM, at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester. The programs feature fun nature talks, stories, activities and walks in the woods. Upcoming programs include:

December 4th: Animal HomesDecember 11th: Christmas in the Woods

The cost is $5 per child (or buy a 5-session card for $20) and the child must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Please park in the Memorial Drive United Methodist Church west parking lot at 12955 Memorial Drive and enter the sanctuary through the marked gate. The program will be held in the outdoor classroom. Call 713-464-4900 or go to www.houstonaudubon.org for more information.

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Katy Christian Women’s ConneCtionPlease join us for a prayer coffee and fellowship from 10 AM to 11:30 AM on Thursday, December 6, 2012 at our new location: The Life Center at The Fellowship at Cinco Ranch Church , 22765 Westheimer Pkwy. , Katy, Texas 77450 (Westheimer Pkwy. @ Peek Rd.) Bring a friend and don’t forget to bring your Bible. (Plan to arrive 30-minutes before the prayer coffee begins for breakfast and fellowship - the prayer coffee will begin promptly at 10 AM! In the same area of the church is Kosmos™, a not-for-profit coffee shop that donates all the profits to humanitarian organizations both locally and globally.) For more information about our prayer connections, directions or to RSVP, please call 281-232-8338. Find us online at www.KatyCWC.org or follow us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/KatyCWC

Family oF Faith lutheran ChurCh missouri synod

Youth-Led, Family-Fed Worship ServiceThe Family of Faith Lutheran Church Missouri Synod is inviting all people to our Youth-Led, Family-Fed Worship Service on Sunday, December 9th, 5:30 PM, at Salyards Middle School, 21757 Fairfield Place Drive. Go to www.thefamilyoffaith.org for more information.

Katy agloWAglow International is a global, trans-denominational Christian organization. More than 200,000 Aglow members meet together each month through local fellowships. The local Katy Lighthouse is a safe haven for those seeking salvation, healing, deliverance and restoration. A place where God’s love abounds; a place where lives are refreshed and transformed by His love, as we grow closer to Jesus and serve one another. 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.

Meeting: December 11, 2012Speaker: Joan MurrayTime: 9:30 AM - Arrive/Visit 10:00 AM - Meeting beginsPlace: 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

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The Katy Christian Women’s Connection (KCWC) hosted a prayer coffee on October 11th at their new Prayer Coffee location, The Fellowship at Cinco Ranch Church in Katy. The ladies enjoyed the fellowship, sharing and prayers of the women in attendance. Jennifer Phillips Lawrence shared her testimony of how the Lord has work through her life, with abundant blessings for her family, it was very inspiring and she touched everyone’s hearts. This group meets monthly for prayer coffees, a few times a year for luncheons and also offers Bible studies. Go to their website at www.KatyCWC.org for more information.

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MAUD MARKS LIBRARY1815 Westgreen Blvd., Katy, TX 77450, 281-492-8592

LIBRARY HOURS - Mon. 1 PM - 9 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 9 PM, Wed. 10 AM - 6 PM, Thurs. 10 AM - 6 PM, Fri. 1 PM - 6 PM, Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM, Sun. closed. • HOLIdAY CLOSIngS: We will be closed for Christmas, december 22nd - 25th and for New Year, January 1st.

To register online for any of the programs at the library’s website (www.hcpl.net), click on “Events Calendar” and select “Maud Marks.” Participants may also register by calling or by visiting the library.

ADULTS• BOOK dISCUSSIOn CLUBS - The Library hosts book clubs that meet monthly. The Evening Book Club meets on the first Monday of the month at 7 PM. The Afternoon Book Club meets on the second Thursday of the month at 1 PM. • JUST deSSeRTS MYSTeRY BOOK CLUB – Meetings held the third Wednesday of the month at 2 PM. You are encouraged to bring your favorite dessert to eat while we discuss whether our villains get their just desserts. • SAnTA’S RAnCH Open HOUSe - The holidays have arrived!! Join us at the library as we celebrate our Santa’s Ranch Open House on Saturday, december 8th from 1-4 PM. Come listen to Christmas music play on handbells and by orchestras. Visit Santa and join the elves in his workshop for fun crafts and other treats. For the complete schedule contact the library at 281-492-8592.• SHARe YOUR HOLIdAYS FOOd dRIve - On december 7th, the library will once again be the drop off location for food donations in Channel 13’s annual “Share Your Holidays” Food Drive. The library has participated every year since it opened in 1993. All food donated

Libraries will be distributed by Katy Christian Ministries and benefit families in the Katy area. The library will be accepting donations of food from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Friday, december 9th at the entrance of the library building. The drive begins early in order to allow commuters the opportunity to stop by on their way to work.• e-gIFTS FOR THe HOLIdAYS - Trying to figure out what to give to that technology forward person in your life? Visit the library on Saturday, december 15th at 10 AM for gift ideas this holiday season. Try out the latest gadgets in reading and gaming technology before you buy them including the Kindles, Nooks, iPads and more! • FRee InTeRneT CLASSeS - The library provides free classes in Internet Basics each month. You can learn how to navigate your way around the World Wide Web and use successful search techniques. You must know how to use a mouse and a keyboard. The next month’s class will be on Tuesday, december 4th from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. Seating for this and all computer classes is extremely limited.• CReATe YOUR OWn HOLIdAY CARdS And gIFT TAgS - Have fun and save money by creating personalized holiday cards and gift tags? On Tuesday, december 11th at 7 PM, there will be a class teaching the basics of how to create cards using Microsoft Publisher. Then, on Tuesday, december 18th at 7 PM, there will be a class teaching the basics of how to create gift tags using Microsoft Publisher. Come to one class or both! Seating is extremely limited for these classes. Please call the Maud Marks Library at 281-492-8592 to register. Basic keyboard and mouse skills are required. Classes fill up quickly, so don’t delay.• SenIOR MOMenTS HOLIdAY pARTY - Happy Holidays! Seniors and mature adults are invited to join us for our Senior Moments Holiday Parties. On december 4th at 2 PM, we will draw ourselves some silliness with Maud Marks version of Pictionary. Then, on december 18th at 2 PM, celebrate the holidays by trying out our Wii console. Don’t know how it’s done? Don’t worry, we’ll have people here to show you how it’s done. Refreshments will be included.



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CHILDREN• Storytime - Storytime for preschool-aged children is held each Wednesday at 11:15 AM. Stories, fingerplays and songs are featured. This is ideal for children ages 3 to 5, but all children and their caregivers are welcome. • iNFANt Storytime - This program will meet each thursday morning at 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM. This is an interactive program for children, ages 0 to 18 months and their caregivers. Each session will last about 20 minutes, featuring nursery rhymes, songs and finger plays. • totALLy toDDLer Storytime - Toddlers, ages 18 to 36 months, are invited to participate in our Totally Toddler Storytime, which will be held on tuesdays, at 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM and Wednesdays, at 10:15 AM. This program is designed with “little wrigglers” in mind. Together the children and their caregivers participate in songs, games, fingerplays and hear some good stories. Tickets are required for Toddler Storytime. Tickets are given to the first 30 toddlers the day of the event.• AFterNooN Art- Glue, paper, scissors, markers, fun and more! Come to the library and let imaginations soar. On Wednesday, December 12th at 4:30 PM, the library will host Afternoon Art for ages 6-11. These art programs normally last about one hour. All necessary materials are provided.

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Our hours are: monday - 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM, tuesday/thursday - 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Wednesday -10:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Friday - 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM, saturday - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. • HoliDay ClosiNgs: We will be closed for Christmas, December 22nd - 25th and for New Year, January 1st.

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Hours of Operation: monday & tuesday 10 AM - 7 PM, Wednesday 1 PM - 8 PM, thursday 10 AM - 6 PM, Friday 1 PM - 6 PM, saturday 10 AM - 5 PM, sunday CLOSED. Join online at www.hcpl.net or come by in person and we’ll help you sign up!

WEEKLY PROGRAMS• KNittiNg & CroChet CLub - every Wednesday, 1:00 PM. The Knitting & Crochet Club is the place for you if you want to learn new techniques, teach someone else, or just hang out with other crafters. TCome & join the club! All ages are welcome!• ADuLt ComPuter CLASSeS - The Katy Library offers an array of computer classes - call to find out this month’s offerings.• geNeALogy LuNChbox - every monday, 12:00 PM. Bring your lunch and join us for an informal genealogy get-together. We’ll have computers, Ancestry.com and other genealogists to help each other with our searches.



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Mary Engelbreit Collectibles: dishes, books, pictures, etc. 281-347-4428.

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Marcy Home Gym complete with self spotting bench, curling bar, lat-pull pully system & over 200 lbs. of weights. Also a chest-explosion machine & accessories for the pully system. Excellent condition. $325 or $350 delivered assembled. 281-881-6405.

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AUTOMOTIVE2005 Nissan Altima 3.5L SE. Silver with black leather, 93K miles, Bose Sound with six disc CD. Excellent condition, $7,500. Call 281-687-1022 for more details.

2003 Infiniti Q45 for sale. Premium model. Black with tan leather. Loaded will all the options, navigation, back up camera, heated and cooled seats, rear shades on all back seat windows. Too many options to list! Great condition, all services, never wrecked, 149,000 miles, trade in value $6,400. Private party $9,000. Make us an offer! 205-317-5757, Stacey.

2009 Saturn Vue XE - 4 Door, white, FWD, 2.4 liter, 2 wheel drive, 45K miles, clean car fax. One owner, excellent condition, $14,950. Call 281-463-1175.

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Looking for a highly motivated and outgoing person to be the front desk for a new dental office in Katy area. Candidate should be knowledgeable about dental insurance and have great communication skills. It is a paperless office so computer skills is a must. Experience is necessary, minimum 2 years. Need to know how to schedule, run daily/monthly/yearly reports, submit insurance claims electronically and manually, work on accounts receivable, manage patient charts, discuss and present treatment plans, verify insurance, pretreatment estimates and so on, handle patient upsets, deal with software support, etc. Please forward resume to [email protected].

Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff. Must have experience 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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December 2012

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Sphier Emergency Room has been proudly serving the Katy area for over two years. We’ve designed emergency rooms with our patients in mind — to create a whole new SPHIER of Emergency Care.© 2012 SPHIER Emergency Room. All rights reserved.832.321.1000 | www.SPHIER.com

In an Emergency, don’t hit the panic button...

SPHIER Emergency Room Advantages:Treatment for both children and adults with • minor and major injuries and illnessesPediatric Treatment Rooms• On-site Laboratory, Ultrasound, CT • and X-RayPatients requiring in-patient hospital • services will be expedited to the hospital of their choice

Come to us!Stop by and Register to Win 4 Front Row Rocket’s Tickets + Parking for the Game on 01/02/2013,

a $1000 VALUE! On 12/31/12, the winner will be announced on our Face Book Page.

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Katy Location1560 S. Mason Road,

Suite EKaty, Texas 77450

• SAME DAY • SAME CREW• AFFORDABLE • BONDED • INSURED• REFERENCES• SUPPLIES FURNISHED Tammy Smith,

Owner-Operated

281-855-9212www.westsidemaids.com

Your Local Maid Service for 20 Years

$10.00 OFFNew customer only on regular schedule.

Not valid with any other offer.Not valid for one time or empty cleans.

281-578-3300 3950 N Fry Road/Katy, TX 77449 (Fry Rd. at Clay Rd.)

We accept Most Insurances,

Medicaid, TX CHIPS Open Saturdays

Walk-ins welcomePayment Plans

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“Serving the Katy area for over 7 years.”

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