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Award Winning Wines

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How to Manage and Who to Call

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Fondren Orthopedic Group

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Medical, Surgical and Cosmetic

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Passion for the Fine Art of Dentistry

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Christus St. John Hospital

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Coastal Plastic Surgery

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Unicare Center for Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry

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A Special Section Celebrating the Explorer

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The Dreamchaser Orbital Crew Vehicle

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CCISD Literary Art Contest

Identity Theft Oasis Salon and Medispa Dr. Robert L. Burke Dermatological Association of Texas Dr. J. Derek Tieken, D.D.S. Dr. Sonya Khan Dr. Todd Adam, M.D. Dr. Farid Noie, D.D.S. Welcoming the Shuttle Home Sierra Nevada Completes Flight Milestone Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce

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The Buzz in the Bayou City The Lion King Returns!

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All New Cadillac XTS

In Wheel Time

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The Truth About Texans

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Fishing at Night

Texas Meditations The Admiral’s Log

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Advertiser’s Index

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Lakewood Yacht Club News and Events

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Events Calendar

Writers Boys of Summer, Hot Dogs and Dad: Priceless

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ajor League Baseball in the 60s was baseball at its best and America was enjoying the greatest of times. As a young boy growing up in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the spring training camp of the New York Yankees in the 60s was one of the most exciting times of my life. This was true Americana at its best. My friends and I were young Little League ball players sitting in the bleachers with the wonderful aroma of freshly cut grass, the smell of pipe tobacco and then the roar of the crowd as our Yankees took the field in their bright white and blue pin stripes.

You could tell who the villains and bad guys were that day, the Boston Red Sox. In their drab grey uniforms they hit the diamond for warm ups before the game began.

My buddies and I pointed to our favorite players and called out their names with vigor…… Maris, Mantle, Tresh, Yogi, Howard, Blanchard, Boyer, and Moose Skowron. We poked fun at a guy named Peppitone with his long hair and sideburns. Then we screamed at the top of our lungs, “You loser Sox, Yastremski, Conigliaro, Lonborg, Scott and the rest of you bums!!!”

Houston has great baseball whether it is the local Little League, Pony League, or the college teams like the San Jacinto Gators, the University of Houston Cougars and the Rice Owls. We also now have the new semi-pro team in Sugarland, rightly called the Skeeters.

I recently enjoyed getting to keep score in the press box for a local Little League game. I believe, just like my friend, a professional fishing guide says, “The best time to go to a baseball game is anytime you can”.

“Some things never change, like hot dogs loaded with mustard, cokes and a great day at the ball park.”

Before we knew it the National Anthem began and we all jumped to attention, proud to be wearing our Causeway Lumber flannel grey uniforms and our green ball caps which we placed over our hearts, just like the pros, while the Star Spangled Banner played. With perfect timing and just before Whitey Ford tossed the first pitch to one of the “Boston Bums”, my dad came up the stairs of the bleachers loaded down with 25 cent hot dogs and 10 cent Coca Colas. Needless to say we all ended up with mustard all over our faces and our precious uniforms. Hot dogs never taste better than at the baseball park in the summer.

We ate, yelled, ran up and down the bleachers, got sunburned, shagged a foul ball, and played catch with it.

At game’s end my dad introduced us to baseball greats, Mr. Rizzuto and a guy named Pee Wee Reese. The final score was Yanks 4 – Sox 2 and a lifetime memory.

So, even today, I still look for a reason to head for Minute Maid Park and watch the Astros in a duel. Win or lose, it does not matter because I have a love for the game and those $8 hot dogs and a $7 brew or two.

Don Armstrong In Wheel Time

Rod Evans Boating/Fitness

Michael Gos Texas Meditations

Captain Joe Kent Fishing

Andrew Jeffries Bay Area Bandstand

Betha Merit Travel/Food/Wine

Pat Patton Click

Dr. Ed Reitman Nourishing the Mind

Roseann Rogers The Buzz

Zach Tate Music

Some things never change, like hot dogs loaded with mustard, cokes and a great day at the ball park. Thanks to Abner Doubleday for creating America’s greatest sport.

God Bless America!

Rick Clapp Publisher/Chairman

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Realtors all smiles at Gehan Homes and the opening of The Peninsula in League City.

Local realtors and businesses congratulate Envoy Mortgage on the opening of their new office in League City.

A proud Jase Callaway with a catfish caught off the seawall in Galveston.

Regan Montgomery, age nine had the lead role in the play “Annie” at the Bay Area Theatre and Voice Academy in League City.

Galveston’s new Pleasure Pier on a sunny day in June. Visit www.pleasurepier.com for more information on rides, attractions, shopping, dining, hours and rates.

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Beating the Heat

Summer is here! The activities of summer can be hard on hair color! According to stylist Bruce Grossman, the best thing to do for outdoor activities is to keep you hair covered with a hat. “When that isn’t feasible, there are products that promote UVA and UVB protectors. I would use shampoo, conditioner, and styling products with these protectors,” says Grossman. It requires all of the products so that the protectors are layered on the hair. Every major product line will clearly identify these qualities, and yes, even some hair sprays. One of the best lines for this is L’Oreal Kerastase. There is even oil for sun and water exposure. This will also protect the condition of your hair. You may want to even try the Philip Swimcap, Straight Hair and Preem Cream. Bruce Grossman is at Michaelyndon Salon and can be reached at 713-818-3303.

Model Couple

Channel 2 News Anchor Lauren Freeman knows a little something about make-up. After all she has to apply and re-apply make-up multiple times a day to be camera ready. And, it just so happens that her husband plastic surgeon, Dr Forrest Roth knows a little something about protecting your skin. So together, they’ve handpicked and personally used every product that they sell in their West Avenue boutique, Cameo. Their philosophy is to offer mineral make-up (Glo) and prescription skin care (Skin Ceuticals) products that prevent, protect and correct the skin without chemical fillers and other harmful ingredients found in many over the counter products. For example, Skin Ceuticals sunscreens contains Zinc Oxide, the only UV filter spanning the full UVA/UVB spectrum, without the harmful parabans. Furthermore, many of the Skin Ceuticals products also contain natural ingredients, such as plankton extract, that enhance their products. To find out more visit www.cameowestave.com

Dentist Trip in Luxury The Lion King Returns!

Disney’s The Lion King is headed to Houston July 10 – August 12 as a special engagement with the Gexa Energy Broadway at the Hobby Center series. For five weeks, this cultural phenomenon will dazzle and delight audiences, bringing to life the stunning creatures of the African Savanna. Ticket prices start as low as $27.50. Tickets are available at the Hobby Center Box Office Monday-Friday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m.

– 4 p.m., all Ticketmaster outlets, and online at www.BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com/ Houston, and www.LionKing.com. Tickets can also be purchased by calling (800) 982-ARTS.

Workout FUN!

Tired of the gym and want to put some pizzazz into your workout? The new ME Body is just the place for you. Kim Campos, formerly of Pure Body Studio, is heading up the studio that offers small group or one-on-one classes Monday through Saturday.

The classes are all body exercises and are geared for fun. In addition to Pilates, barre Pilates, yoga, zumba, this summer they’ve added zumba for kids ages 5-12. Now, while the parents are doing Pilates, the kids can burn off some energy too! Class prices run from $8-$20.

There is no membership and you pay as you go or buy packages. The studio is located at 18125 Egret Bay Blvd in Webster. You can also go to www.themebody.com or email contact@themebody.com

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Speaking of happenings at West Ave., going to the dentist just got a whole lot more pleasurable and luxurious with the opening of BRSH Dental, a next-generation luxury dental practice.

Created by native Houstonian Dr. Melicia Tjoa, BRSH Dental turns the notion of going to the dentist on its head and then some. Upon entering the second-floor marble-encased doorway and into a waiting area that is more akin to a luxury hotel lobby than dentist office, a feeling of soothing calm overcomes any fear or drudgery traditionally associated with a trip to the dentist. For an appointment call 713-660-0966 or visit www.brsh.com.

Summer Essentials

Need a hat for the pool? More Than You Can Imagine has the perfect summer Ikat Fedora and it is only $48. Of course, lots of sunbathers will also have their ipads in hand. Now let your iPad shine with these colorful quilted sleeves. A button snap keeps your device secure and in place while the quilted patent faux-leather finish lends fashion-forward flare. Urban Expressions makes these with a handle for easier carrying. To get these items and more go to More Than You Can Imagine at 2817 Westheimer Road or go online at www.mtyci.com

Margarita Cupcake

Margaritas, the classic summer cocktail, are getting a fresh twist this summer with CRAVE Cupcake’s new Avion Tequila Margarita Cupcake for adults only. The sweet and tart lime cake is topped with smooth Avion Anejo Tequila (the same one that had a memorable walk-on role in HBO’s Entourage) blended frosting rimmed in sugar crystals. Margarita cupcakes are available July 9-22 and sell for $3.25 a piece. CRAVE locations; West University, 5800 or 1151 Uptown Park Boulevard.

i n wheel t i m e

By D on Ar m strong

All-new Cadillac XTS Redefines Full-size Luxury

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he latest rendition of art and science is arriving at Cadillac dealerships across the U.S. and none too soon. Although America’s luxury icon has done well with its much ballyhooed CTS midsize sedan, it was lacking the bookends to complete the lineup, namely a compact and a full-size. Enter the XTS, the all-new full-size replacement for both the STS and the DTS. At first blush, there is no doubt that this fits into the Cadillac portfolio with its easily recognizable egg crate grille, sharp edges and vertical headlights. But its

exterior size is smaller than of either of the outgoing models. As for interior space, the XTS gets high marks for minimizing the thickness of components to allow more room for occupants.

Nineties’ interiors are a thing of the past with this new Caddy starting with the all-new CUE driver interface.

CUE stands for Cadillac User Experience and features several industry firsts, including capacitive-touch control with proximity sensing, haptic feedback, gesture recognition and natural voice recognition.

Capacitive touch is the technology featured on many tablets and smartphones.

Available exclusively on the XTS, is a 12.3-inch reconfigurable instrument cluster.

Also, as part of the customer experience, each 2013 Cadillac XTS buyer will receive an iPad with their new car.

“When it comes to trunk space, the XTS is in a league of its own.”

And when it comes to trunk space, the XTS is in a league of its own, with 18 cubic feet, exceeding both midsize and full-size competitors – more than Audi A6 and A8L, BMW 5 and 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz Eand S-Class. For XTS customers, the cargo advantage means room for five or more suitcases or four of those supersized golf bags replete with built-in ice makers.

The XTS comes in Luxury, Premium and Platinum (shown) trim levels.

Platinum Collection models feature a fully wrapped leather interior with microfiber sueded headliner, as well as premium wood trim on the steering wheel, console, center stack, instrument panel and door panels.

Seating trim is offered with Soleil Keisel surfaces or premium Opus full leather – both with perforated detailing. Heated and ventilated seats are also offered.

Under the hood is a direct injection 3.6-liter, 304 horsepower V-6 that powers a fulltime all-wheel drive system through a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The combination gets a respectable 17 mpg-city and 28-highway.

XTS is just what the doctor ordered for Cadillac and couldn’t arrive at a better time. Pricing starts at $48,690 for the Luxury model.

Listen to In Wheel Time on Houston’s 1560 The Game/Yahoo Sports Radio!

Tune in to 1560AM The Game every Saturday morning from 10am to 1pm for Houston’s best car radio show with experts Mike Herzing and Don Armstrong.

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By M i c ha el Gos

The Truth About Texans Sabinal, Texas

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had to call my best friend Kevin to tell him about my weekend at the Sabinal Wild Hog Festival. It was a huge party for such a small town. They had over 30 food booths, an equal number of craft booths and a circus carnival for the young ones that featured bungee trampolines, a train, ponies and countless other things. But the most impressive thing to me was the fact that the number of people attending was many times the population of the entire town.

The highlight of the festival was the wild hog bagging competition. In a ring about 75 feet in diameter, two people sat on a table in the center while a hog was let in. Once the doors closed on the chute behind the hog, the competition was on. At the sound of a whistle, the clock would start and the two people would chase after the hog until one of them caught it. Once the hog was caught and controlled, one member of the team would race back to the table to pick up a large burlap sack. The goal was then to stuff the hog into the sack and drag the bag, with the hog inside, across a line. The team that does it in the shortest amount of time wins.

There were definitely team loyalties. Many in the crowd wore t-shirts bearing the name of the hog catching school they attended (Yes, they take it so seriously they have schools for it).

As you might imagine, there was plenty of blood, sweat and tears, both porcine and human. Some teams took well over a minute to get the job done. In several contests, the hog won as time expired before he could be caught. But there were also the great performances—the best times often in the 17-second range.

And there were a few surprises. In the open category (mostly adult male teams) the hogs were the largest and most athletic. Grown men were sometimes helped off the field, bloody and beaten. Some were embarrassed by their lack of ability to even catch the hogs. Others were able to make the catch but then

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“You Texas boys sure have a strange notion of what is fun.” struggled in vain trying to stuff the massive animal into the sack. But two 15-year-old girls made it look easy as they took down the hog like linebackers on a scrambling quarterback, stuffed him into the bag and dragged him across the line—in 15 seconds. Needless to say, there were lots of embarrassed adult men.

It was such a hoot, I had to tell Kevin about it. We had talked once about doing the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona but he opted out saying he was sure that if I was determined to achieve death by livestock we could find a bull to aggravate a lot closer to home. I knew he’d appreciate this.

He contemplated my news and after his usual moment of silence he replied, “You Texas boys sure have a strange notion of what is fun.”

Although he lives in Indiana, Kevin spends a lot of time in Texas and he loves it here. But there are still many things about us Texans, especially the rabid, recently arrived Texans that he just doesn’t get. Most of it surrounds our way of thinking. After giving it some thought, I have come to the conclusion that he is probably right about us.

We are indeed, strange. For example:

We genuinely like each other and are among the friendliest people in the world.

We respect each other and our kids do the same. You constantly hear “sir” and “ma’am” from our young people.

We don’t have much use for Washington, D.C. A drive through any parking lot with a cursory look at bumper stickers shows that a surprising number of us wonder why we are still even a part of the U.S. We believe in self-reliance. The day after Hurricane Ike tore up the Gulf Coast, there were chainsaws roaring and hammers pounding. We didn’t wait for someone to come and take care of us.

We don’t fit any of the molds. We believe in gun ownership, even if we’ve never touched one ourselves. We are mostly conservative but are nearly militant in our environmentalism.

We try not to brag about being from Texas, but we all know we live in the most beautiful place on earth. Sometimes it’s hard to stay quiet!

We are relaxed and at ease on the water, in the woods, up in the hills, out in the desert and everywhere else in Texas. We see it all as part of our home.

We like money but not at the expense of our free time. We like to play and most of us never make the mistake of thinking work is more important than fun with our friends and family.

We are just plain fun people. The most common last words spoken by Texans are “Hold my beer and watch this!”

On that hot spring day in Sabinal, more than 1,200 people sat in the bleachers watching the competition. But no matter who was in the ring, everyone cheered. We were rooting for whoever was brave enough to get in there and get muddy and bloody.

We were all there for each other—and we all had a ball.

Yes, Texans do have some strange notions of what is fun. And that suits me just fine!

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By C apt. Joe Kent

Fishing at Night

Beat the Heat & Catch Fish July is one of the hottest months of the year and one during which many anglers store their boats and gear due to the extreme daytime heat. Fortunately, there is a way to beat the heat and catch fish.

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f you are one of those many fishermen that has to be in bed by ten o’clock each night, then night fishing may not be for you.

If, however, you can tolerate staying up and fishing until the wee hours of the morning, then you just may have a great alternative to daytime fishing during July.

Most of the time, night fishing does not turn on until close to midnight and can last until well after daybreak. The cool of the night, along with the quiet serenity, attracts an increasing number of anglers each year.

If the July heat bothers you and interferes with your fishing, give serious consideration to fishing at night.

Whether by boat, land or fishing pier, there are options for everyone.

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“Enjoy the influx of speckled trout, reds and other fish that are attracted to the lights.”

Mosquitoes likely are the number one pest for night anglers; however, a good repellent normally does the job and frees you to focus on what you came after, fish.

The key to successful night fishing is lights on the water. They can be overhead or underwater lights, such as the popular Green Light. Lights attract bait and bait attracts fish. While lights on the water are vital, shore lights are important as well. Often areas that have well-illuminated water, such as fishing piers and docks, do not have good lighting for anglers. One of the hiccups this creates is poor visibility for cleaning your catch. Be sure to take along enough ice to keep your catch fresh until daylight sets in.

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First, let’s talk about those anglers with boats. A good trolling motor is a must for most types of night fishing.

This allows for quiet movement up and down canals and other areas lit up by lights on the water.

For bank and pier fishermen, a good lantern, such as the Coleman brand, is a must.

Now that you have identified the group you are in, let’s take a look at some of the options for places to fish.

For boaters, look for canals, creeks and bayous, especially those in areas around houses with floodlights on their docks or underwater lights. Among the candidates are Dickinson Bayou, Clear Lake, the Diversionary Canal around

Hitchcock, subdivision canals that are not private and docks along channels.

Bank fishermen have lighted commercial piers, such as those along the beachfront in Galveston, Sea Wolf Park and the San Leon area. If you have a portable generator with floodlights, then the Texas City Dike, Galveston Beachfront rock groins and the base of the Causeway Bridge are all excellent options for fishing at night.

Flounder gigging is a nighttime sport and offers the same escape from the heat as the options discussed above.

Night fishing requires a different technique than daytime. With lights on the water drawing bait and predator fish, free-lining live bait with no weight is the best technique. Live bait, especially live shrimp, is by far the bait of choice.

Alligator gar are often caught late at night under lights and, if that is your target, heavier equipment will be needed. Aside from gar, enjoy the influx of speckled trout, reds and other fish that are attracted to the lights.

Hitting the hay late morning with an ice chest of fish filets is a great way to sleep soundly while the early risers are battling sunburn and heat to try to catch what you brought in last night.

News & Events SAILORS INVITED TO BAY AREA HOUSTON AREA THIS FALL

The Lakewood Yacht Club (LYC) Shoe Regatta Perpetual Trophy was earned by Richard Voyles (far left) on his J/22 named “Must Go Faster”. Pictured with him at the Awards Ceremony are LYC Commodore A. J. Ross, Race Committee Chairman Gerhard Wittich (behind podium), Past Commodore Tony Wessendorff and Voyle’s foredeck crew member Scott Putnam.

Voyles Captures Shoe Race Perpetual Trophy “Must Go Faster” J/22 racer Richard Voyles won the Shoe Regatta perpetual trophy at the awards ceremony held on Sunday, May 20. Hosted by Lakewood Yacht Club, Race Committee chairman Gerhard Wittich explained to the crowded ballroom that this trophy goes to the winner of the most competitive class of spinnaker classes sailing windward/leeward courses with at least 5 entrants.

“On Saturday of the race, everything went so well,” remarked Voyles. “We always seemed to be going the right way – not sure why – but we were sure glad about that! All the pieces just came together perfectly.” He added that he and his foredeck crew member Scott Putnam really enjoyed the regatta this year as it was so well run; the Race Committee did an excellent job.

The Shoe Regatta was held on Galveston Bay on Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20 with over 60 boats participating. Racers had good winds over the weekend and they were very pleased with the event.

Beautiful weather enhanced the pool party on Saturday night with live music by Jeff Lopez’ “Cross Roads”.

Lakewood Yacht Club racers earned 10 trophies at the awards ceremony. This is believed to be a record in the 30 years since the regatta was founded. Originally, it was named for the regatta sponsors Foley’s (department store) and Sperry Top-Sider shoes, a popular boat shoe

with racers. Winners of each fleet received pairs of Sperry shoes, hence the nickname The Shoe Race came into play. Rita Matthews and her late husband Ed were both instrumental in the founding of the race. Rita was thanked at the awards ceremony by Past Commodore Tony Wessendorff for her vision and hard work.

Lakewood Yacht Club racers who won trophies were David Whelan, 1st place in the J/80 fleet on “Gulf Coast Quantum Racing”; Bill Zartler on “Solaris, 2nd place in the J/105 fleet with “Infinity” owned by Uzi Ozeri in 1st place. Al Goethe on “Hamburg” placed 1st in the J/109 fleet. In the Cruising Non-Spinnaker Classic Canvas (Distance), John Broderick placed 3rd on his “French Kiss” while Jack Seitzinger placed 2nd on “Asylum.

Earning 1st place in PHRF Non-Spinnaker (Distance) was Hans Knickrehm on “Suite Deern”. For PHRF Spinnaker B, Tom Sutton took 2nd place on “Leading Edge”. Lakewood racers took third and first places in PHRF Spinnaker A, 3rd place went to Douglas Shaffer on “Gambler” while Steve Rhyne came in 1st on “Mojo.”

Making The Shoe Race possible were gold sponsor Bay Access, a not for profit charitable organization that supports amateur racing on Galveston Bay. Silver sponsors were Sea Lake Yacht Sales and Mount Gay Rum. West Marine was the bronze sponsor this year.

When the sailing season ends in most parts of the country, there is still a full calendar of racing activities during the fall and winter seasons on the Gulf Coast and Galveston Bay. “With our temperate climate, we have yearround racing on Galveston Bay,” related Bay Area Houston Convention & Visitors Bureau President Pam Summers.

“Racers don’t have to put their boats in storage for the fall and winter. They should trailer them to our area for a few extra months of racing and enjoying the weekends on the water,” added Lakewood Yacht Club Fleet Captain Joyce Maxwell.

Several local yacht clubs, boatyards, and businesses are making provisions for free boat storage in between events for racers’ convenience. For details, please check the website: www.JFestSouthwest.com The organizations hosting autumn racing include the following: •

September 22-23: Houston Yacht Club One Design Regatta (J/22, J/24, J/80, J/105, and J/109) (www.houstonyachtclub.com)

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October 6-7: Galveston Bay Cruising Association BBVA Compass Bank Regatta (www.gbca.org)

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October 13-14: Lakewood Yacht Club J/Fest Southwest Regatta (www.lakewoodyachtclub.com)

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October 25-28: Lakewood Yacht Club Harvest Moon Regatta (race from Galveston Bay 150 miles south to Port Aransas, TX)

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November 17-18: Galveston Bay Cruising Association Turkey Day Regatta

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The first regatta of the New Year starts in early January!

All regattas are held on Galveston Bay unless otherwise noted. For added activities and notice of races, please check the above organizations’ websites.

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Clear Creek Winery

Celebrates Award Winning Wines and First Year Anniversary “All these wines are available to taste and enjoy here locally at Clear Creek Winery in Kemah.”

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lear Creek Winery in Kemah has a lot to celebrate. The Winery has recently won a number of outstanding awards. At the Finger Lakes International Wine competition in New York, Clear Creek Winery won Silver for its Maley Reserve Red Zinfandel, Lone Star Onyx (a Blackberry Merlot) and Campeache Blanc (a Peach Chardonnay).

The winery was awarded Bronze for Boot Scottin’ Blush (a Strawberry Zinfandel) and Red Razzel (a Raspberry Pinot Noir).

At the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo International Wine Competition, Clear Creek Winery brought home Silver for their Marley Reserve Red Zinfandel and Bronze for Ocean Blueberry.

The honors don’t stop there. At the Riverside International Wine Competition, Clear Creek was awarded Gold for its Peach Chardonnay (Campeache Blanc) and Red Zinfandel. Silver was captured by the Pomegranate Zinfandel and the winery’s Peach Chardonnay won Gold and Best of Show with a 94 point rating at the Los Angeles International Wine & Spirit Competition. At the NextGen

Wine Competition Clear Creek Winery took home double Gold for its Boot Scootin’ Blush and bronze for Campeache Blanc.

All these wines are available to taste and enjoy here locally at Clear Creek Winery in Kemah. Yes, Kemah has its own winery! It is becoming a popular destination known for fine wine, gourmet dining at Tabella and award winning accommodations at the winery’s Clipper House Inn Bed & Breakfast.

The Winery is hosting a spectacular month long celebration called “Red, White & Dine” for its one year anniversary.

Check out the festivities and daily events on the winery website and on Facebook.

Make reservations at Tabella, the winery restaurant, by calling 281-957-9090 or you can make reservations online at Open Table.

The Winery and Tabella, provide an intimate and classic atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing evening, wedding, family celebration or corporate event. The staff at Clear Creek Winery, Tabella and Clipper House Inn is there to make your visit a pleasant and fun experience.

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Identity Theft

By Jason Alderman

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hen your private financial information gets into the wrong hands, the consequences can be devastating. Yet there are many ways you can help protect yourself on a daily basis, from taking precautions while online to checking your credit report periodically.

If you should fall victim to identity theft, it is important that you act quickly.

Contacting the correct agencies and filing the necessary reports will go a long way toward minimizing any damage to your financial wellbeing.

Who to Contact

Credit Bureaus Immediately contact the fraud departments of each of the credit bureaus listed below. Alert them that you are a victim of identity theft, and request that a fraud alert be placed in your file.

You can also request a security freeze, preventing credit issuers from obtaining access to your credit files without your permission. This prevents thieves from opening up new credit cards in your name.

Law Enforcement Report identity theft to your local police department. If the crime occurred somewhere other than where you live, you

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may wish to report it to law enforcement there as well. The police will create an “identity theft report” and you can request a copy.

Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

The FTC does not investigate identity theft cases, but they can share information that you give them, such as the identity theft report number, with investigators nationwide. For more information about fighting back against identity theft, visit the FTC’s Identity Theft website.

The Federal Trade Commission’s Identity Theft Hotline is 877-IDTHEFT (877-438-4338) Credit Bureau Contact Information Equifax Order Credit Report: 1.800.685.1111 Fraud Hotline: 1.888.766.0008 www.equifax.com Experian Report Order: 1.888.397.3742 Fraud Hotline: 1.888.397.3742 www.experian.com Trans Union Report Order: 1.877.322.8228 Fraud Hotline: 1.800.680.7289 www.tuc.com

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OASIS SALON & MEDISPA

By Betha Merit

Offers a Full Service Paradise Come take a tour with us through Oasis Salon & MediSpa. Located in the heart of Clear Lake, you will be transported to a world that offers the full spa treatment from all-day packages to individual lunch time treatments, whatever your beauty need du jour. Oasis celebrates their one year anniversary this month with special pricing on many of their spa treatments.

wners Missy Adam, Spa Director and Todd W. Adam, MD, F.A.C.S., Medical Director, realized the need for a full service salon and medical spa after experiencing the success of the medical skin care portion of Dr. Adam’s private practice, at Coastal Plastic Surgery, located in the same office building complex. When office space became available nearby, they birthed their dream to open a destination spa that encompasses everything from luxury spa treatments to medical skin care and hair and nail salons.

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Welcome Area

Upon entering the salon, you will be greeted by their friendly, stylishly up-to-date staff in a warm environment with a comfortable seating area. The Tuscan themed dĂŠcor instantly sets the tone for our tour, as Oasis is indeed, an oasis. Designed by Missy and Dr. Adam, the luxurious feel of Tuscan travertine and dark wood styled floors with textured warm-hued walls beckon you to come inside and be beautified. A jewelry boutique is adjacent to the desk, to provide you with a last minute gift for someone, maybe even yourself.

Oasis offers health and beauty treatments for both men and women.

Medical Skin Care

Hair Salon

The full service hair salon can best be described by, “What don’t they do?” Managed by Christie, you can find your new favorite stylist for cut, color, or highlights.

Additionally, they book individuals and groups for styling and updos for events such as weddings, proms, formals, or a special date night. Keratin conditioning treatments, permanents, feather and tinsel weaving, and hair extensions are some of the unique hair services offered.

Makeup

As part of your spa experience, you can have your makeup touched up, or schedule a full makeup or makeover appointment for a special event. Lash extensions are a favorite new makeup option.

Private rooms are available for the varied services offered by Dr. Adam and his highly trained medical staff which includes RNs Heidi and Jennifer. Multiple laser treatments are offered, and the staff will help determine which one is right for each individual. Botox and fillers are also state of the art options provided by Oasis.

Cool Sculpting is a new body sculpting procedure that actually freezes fat and allows the body to metabolize it. Another new procedure is Clear & Brilliant, which you can have done on your lunch hour and go straight back to work. “Clear & Brilliant is a series of treatments that is optimal for the beginning signs of fine lines and aging,” says Missy.

Luxury Spa Treatments

Luxury Spa Treatments include a variety of massage, body, and facial options such as waxing, microdermabrasion, peels, wraps, tanning, and more.

The women’s dressing area is well appointed with lockers, showers and plenty of sumptuous counter space and mirrors. There is a tiled Whirlpool and dry sauna for complementary use for spa guests. Additionally, there is a men’s dressing area that includes a multi-jet shower.

Weight Loss

Private consulting rooms are offered for clients whose goal is to lose weight and approach being their more healthful self through the Oasis’s Center for Medical Weight Loss (CMWL). The program includes three phases: Quick Start, Transition, and Maintenance.

Within each phase there are four basic areas: food, exercise, behavioral counseling and prescription medication. Dr. Adam evaluates each patient as an individual, so your plan will be tailored to you, taking into consideration your health, activity level, motivational characteristics, and goals.

Nail Salon

Picture yourself and five of your friends sitting in the nail salon, getting pampered at the same time. With three pedicure spa chairs and three manicure stations, you can have your own champagne party. If your group wants the full mani-pedi experience, when your service is done, just switch. Nail technicians Marla and Naomi have over 30 years’ experience in nail care between them, and have a loyal Bay Area Houston following.

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“At Oasis Salon & MediSpa, we are proud of our staff,” says Missy Adam. Their website lists the credentials and training for each staff member. Dr. Adam and Missy are long time Clear Lake residents, have been married for 25 years and have graduated both of their children through Clear Lake High School. Oasis Salon & MediSpa: 1015 Medical Center Boulevard., Suite 1100, Webster; www.oasisclearlake. com; 281-316-8888.

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Dr. Robert L. Burke “Fondren Orthopedic Group L.L.P. is recognized nationally as one of the largest and most comprehensive associations of private orthopedic surgery practitioners in Houston.”

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Fondren Orthopedic Group, L.L.P.

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n 1995 Dr. Robert L. Burke opened a small office in Pearland and began to help a thriving community by offering exceptional care to his patients. Because of Pearland’s incredible growth, in October of 2000 Dr. Burke opened his new Pearland office in order to accommodate a very active community with a need to get back to work and play as soon as possible.

Since that time he and his staff have treated many people both in the Pearland area and in many of the surrounding communities including Pasadena where he originally started his practice. His patients have included athletes and your nextdoor neighbors and his practice continues to grow on a daily basis with patients coming in from as far away as neighboring states.

Both offices incorporate digital x-ray facilities, electronic medical records, e-prescribing, casting abilities and a variety of braces in-house for patient convenience, immediate care, diagnosis and treatment. His Pearland office also includes MRI capabilities that allow for even more patient convenience.

His staff includes a certified orthopedic physician’s assistant, a practice administrator and an office staff with combined experience of over 38 years.

Teamwork is the main factor that makes for a long lasting relationship between the employees and Dr. Burke. Patients often remark on how wonderful it is to see the same faces when they return and what a pleasure it is to deal with the staff and the service they provide. In addition to receiving the most up-to-date medical treatment by Dr. Burke, thank you letters as well as personal thank-yous are received from patients complimenting how they have been treated at every stage of their experience.

With a well-respected, highly qualified orthopedic surgeon and the combination of all of the above factors you can understand why patients consistently talk about peace of mind they have knowing that they are receiving the best orthopedic care possible. Because of this, when needed, care is extended to many family members and friends of patients and the relationships that are built are long-standing.

Fondren Orthopedic Group L.L.P. is recognized nationally as one of the largest and most comprehensive associations of private orthopedic surgery practitioners in Houston. Formed in 1973, the group has more than 50 surgeons. Because of its physicians’ long-standing reputations for leadership in the field of orthopedic surgery, as well as in teaching and research, Fondren Orthopedic Group has become one of the nation’s most respected and well-established Orthopedic practices.

Dr. Robert Burke has been affiliated with Fondren Orthopedic Group since 1998 and is able to see patients five days a week through both of his locations. He has been in practice since 1991, is board certified by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and specializes in sports medicine. He is a member of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, the Texas Orthopedic Association, the Texas Sports Medicine Society and several other organizations as well. He continues to focus his study on areas that are developing new techniques on a regular basis so that he may provide his patients with the most up-to-date medical care. The staff is there five days a week to personally help with any questions you may have and will provide you with answers in a timely manner. You may contact them at either office at your convenience.

Dr. J. Derek Tieken, D.D.S.

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. Derek Tieken’s passion for the fine art of dentistry, exceptional services and your “Best Care” is creating endless smiles around town!

A native of the Bay Area, he and his team have served thousands of families, offering state-ofthe-art dentistry since 1990. Dr. Tieken graduated from the University of Texas Dental Branch at Houston and offers local residents the latest skills and technologies available in the field!

Dr. Tieken is proud to have been named as a top dentist by the Consumers Group and recognized by H Texas Houston’s Magazine and Bay Area Houston Magazine on their Best Dentist list for the past ten years. His affiliations include the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and the American Academy of Oral Systemic Health. He is also a graduate of the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. On a more personal note, Dr. Tieken enjoys his free time boating, playing golf and tennis, and taking family dates with his wife and daughter.

“Changing people’s life, with a smile, is a passion for myself and my team! We have the pleasure of seeing people just like you - improving their appearance, selfesteem, confidence, health and overall quality of life every day. Being entrusted to transform lives for years to come is something that makes us quite proud.

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A Passion for the Fine Art of Dentistry

We’ve also learned from hundreds of our patients reporting that their quality of care with Tieken Smiles continues to improve their well being and selfconfidence far beyond the brief time they spend in our high-tech, high touch surroundings.

Providing “Best Care” dental options is a misunderstood, but wonderful profession! Many don’t understand the importance of their oral health, although it directly affects serious risks, such as heart attacks and many more life threatening diseases. Going to the dentist has changed; even Dr. Oz has said that your dental appointment may be your single most important healthcare visit each year. New research has shown that missing teeth can shorten your life an average of 10 years. Periodontal disease is directly connected to cardiovascular disease, low birth weight in babies, Alzheimer’s disease and pancreatic cancer. Your dentist can now check you for oral cancer, HPV, and risk for periodontal disease by getting a saliva sample. So, we’re really educators first, and providers once you are aware of the life changing benefits our services offer you.”

Dr. Tieken’s mission is to bring the medical and dental community together just as he brought the BAM makeover team together in years past. By joining forces, we can more thoroughly provide total health and wellness for all. A healthy mouth, along with a beautiful smile, can create an overall healthy person in body and spirit.

Whether “Best Care” for you means a complete smile makeover, or simply removing a cavity and filling the tooth without use of shots or drills, we are dedicated to your comfort and quality care. We offer early diagnosis and removal of old outdated silver fillings (mercury amalgam). Silver is replaced with modern porcelain fillings or crowns.

Dr. Tieken gives back to the community he serves.

On August 4, Dr. Tieken and team are excited to host the 1st annual Tieken Tooth Fairies Event, which is a day of dentistry, sealants, cleanings, and screenings for kids ages K-12.

“As a growing number of Americans have lost their jobs and lack dental insurance, we feel this is a great way to address many health problems and give back to our community and serve those in need,” states Dr. Tieken.

Dr. Sonya Khan How Can an Endocrinologist Help Me?

Do you feel like you need an entire medical team who can treat a myriad of symptoms: fatigue, weight gain, loss of libido, excessive thirst or hot flashes? Maybe you just need an army of one…an endocrinologist like Dr. Sonya Khan.

An endocrinologist is a physician who specializes in treatment of diseases of the endocrine system, which is a complex group of glands (thyroid, pancreas, ovaries, pituitary, and more) that make hormones.

Hormones help control activities in your body such as metabolism, reproduction, and growth and development. They control they way you respond to your surroundings, and they help provide the proper amount of energy and nutrition your body needs to function. When there is an imbalance, the problems and symptoms can be quite complex and affect several different body systems.

When you have problems with the endocrine system, your primary care physician will refer you to an endocrinologist. At CHRISTUS St. John Hospital, endocrinologist Dr. Sonya Khan treats many conditions including, but not limited to:

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r. Khan is a Houstonian and was graduated summa cum laude from the University of Houston where she earned a degree in biology. That was soon followed by a medical degree at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. She then completed her residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston where she also completed a highly competitive fellowship in endocrinology. Dr. Khan is double board certified in endocrinology, and is fluent in three languages including Spanish. The CHRISTUS St. John Medical group is pleased to bring Dr. Khan’s expertise in endocrinology (diabetes management, osteoporosis, metabolic disorders, thyroid disease and hormone therapy) to the Greater Bay Area.

Dr. Khan is active in quality improvement research and has done numerous presentations on the most innovative medical therapies in endocrinology. Even with her demanding schedule she still finds

• Diabetes • Thyroid diseases • Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome • Metabolic disorders • Osteoporosis • Hormone Imbalance • Menopause Dr. Khan’s unique training enables her to see the entire patient health picture and develop a complete care plan. She enjoys working with diabetics because each patient requires individual care and no two patients are alike. Dr. Khan also finds it satisfying to work with individuals with thyroid disease and complicated Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), which is one of the most common female endocrine disorders affecting about 5-10% of women of reproductive age. “The resulting effects of PCOS can be irregular periods, acne, weight gain, and infertility. I work with women to balance their hormones so that they can reverse the effects of PCOS,” says Dr. Khan.

time to workout, do some cardio kickboxing and cycling. Recently Dr. Khan and her husband participated in and completed the MS 150 bike challenge. She also volunteers in her community and enjoys spending time with her husband and three young children.

Dr. Khan believes in providing high quality, effective, compassionate care to all her patients. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Please call 281-3339747 to schedule an appointment.

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Dr. Todd Adam, MD Fellow, American College of Surgeons American Society of Plastic Surgery Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons American Medical Association Harris County Medical Society

Board Certifications American Board of Plastic Surgery

Hospital Affiliations Southeast Memorial Hermann Clear Lake Regional Medical Center

Outpatient Surgery Centers Bay Area Surgicare Center

Dr. Todd Adam, M.D. Coastal Plastic Surgery’s owner and master surgeon has been combining technical expertise with cutting edge technology since 1997.

Coastal Plastic Surgery 1015 Medical Center Blvd. • Suite 1800 Webster, TX 77598 281-282-9300 www.tadammd.com

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r. Todd W. Adam graduated with his medical degree in 1990 from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. He then completed his General Surgery residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Continuing his education, Dr. Adam went to The University of Texas – Houston where he completed a residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Following his seven years of surgical training in the Texas Medical Center (at both Baylor College of Medicine and University of Texas) and University of Texas – Houston in 1997, Dr. Adam began his private practice in the Clear Lake City and Pasadena areas. Dr. Adam will be medical director of the new Oasis Salon & MediSpa. Also located in that facility is the new weight loss clinic The Center for Medical Weightloss. Call 281-316-8888 for an appointment.

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DDS, FICOI, FAGD, AFAAID

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r. Farid Noie graduated with honors from University of Texas Dental Branch at Houston in 1995, earning the degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery.

Dr. Farid Noie is highly trained and skilled in the fields of cosmetic smile makeover. He has successfully designed and placed thousands of veneers and porcelain crowns, creating many beautiful, vibrant and sparkling smiles. He is a founding member of prestigious International Academy of Comprehensive Aesthetics (IACA). Dr. Noie is also a member of American Academy of Cosmetic dentistry (AACD).

Dr. Farid Noie is a DIPLOMATE of International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), the largest and most recognized oral implantology organization in the world. Dr. Noie has completed his advanced training in oral implantology at New York Implant Maxi-course in affiliation with New York University (NYU) in Manhattan, NY. Dr. Farid Noie has earned an Associate Fellowship from American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), the oldest and the largest oral implant organization in United States.

Dr. Farid Noie has graduated from the distinguished Misch International Implant Institute in affiliation with Temple University.

Dr. Farid Noie is highly trained in advanced bone grafting and sinus lift, and ridge augmentation. He has completed advanced bone grafting training at Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) as well as prestigious Map Institute where he learned first hand; in depth advanced surgical procedures for rehabilitating implant patients with poor quality bone, limited availability of bone, and “complicated cases”.

Dr. Farid Noie has attended advanced bone grafting training at Loma Linda University. Advanced bone grafting and nerve repositioning procedures featuring hands-on cadaver experience, Sponsored by American Academy of Implant Dentistry at Wright State University School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio.

Dr. Farid Noie is trained and licensed to administer I.V. sedation from the University of Alabama in Birmingham (UAB) to help his patients experience a pleasant and stress free procedure.

Dr. Farid Noie is one of the very few dentists trained in both surgical placement and restoration of dental Implants, enabling him to deliver comprehensive care to his patients from start to finish, all under one roof without the problem of being passed back and forth between several doctors.

Dr. Farid Noie is trained by the renowned Pankey Institute for advanced oral restoration, occlusion, and full mouth rehabilitation.

Dr. Farid Noie completed his two years training in orthodontics from Academy of GP Orthodontics in 1997 and has treated over 1,000 satisfied patients orthodontically. He is also trained in Invisalign, and Dr. Farid Noie is trained and to administer and perform Botox injections as well as dermal fillers and lip augmentation.

Dr. Farid Noie believes that a comprehensive training and understanding of several key fields in oral medicine such as oral surgery, oral implantology, cosmetics, orthodontics, periodontics and occlusion is essential to compose a truly comprehensive and individualized treatment plan for each and every one of his patients.

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Images: NASA

Bay Area Houston Celebrates The Shuttle Replica Explorer

By Patty Kane

The ongoing story of human space exploration has received a major boost with the arrival of the new full-scale Shuttle replica, Explorer, to Bay Area Houston.

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aving Explorer here in our community has set the stage for the opening of a new era in space exploration, outreach and education.

Once Explorer is fully installed and prepared for visitors, the public will be able to go inside the full-size replica as part of a behind-the-scenes look at life inside the Space Shuttle, an experience that will only be available at Space Center Houston.

“The arrival of the Space Shuttle attraction is the result of a great community-wide effort,” said Michael Coats, Director of the NASA Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center (JSC). “Once open, the attraction will carry on the spirit of the Space Shuttle program by inspiring tomorrow’s space pioneers.”

As the official Visitor Center for NASA’s Johnson Space Center, Space Center Houston is the only place on earth that gives guests an out-ofthis-world journey through human adventures in space. Since 1992, this $75 million, 180,000 square foot complex has entertained and informed over 11 million guests from every corner of the globe. Space Center Houston features a multitude of permanent exhibits, attractions, theatres and exhibits. In addition, the venue presents an amazing array of traveling exhibits and astounding events created exclusively by Space Center Houston’s own creative exhibit team. Space Center Houston is located at 1601 NASA Parkway. For more information on Explorer and when it will be available to the public, visit www.spacecenter.org JULY 2012 | Bay Area Houston Magazine

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NASA’S Commercial Crew Partner Sierra Nevada Corporation Completes Dream Chaser Flight Test Milestone LOUISVILLE, Colo. -- Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) Space Systems successfully completed a "captive carry test" of its full-scale Dream Chaser orbital crew vehicle Tuesday, marking a new milestone in the company's effort to develop transportation for astronauts to low Earth orbit and the International Space Station.

During the test, the Dream Chaser flight vehicle was carried under an Erickson Air-Crane helicopter to assess the vehicle's aerodynamic flight performance, which will allow additional flight tests in the future.

The helicopter flew for approximately an hour near the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Jefferson County, Colo.

SNC is one of several companies working to develop commercial crew transportation capabilities under the Commercial Crew Development Round 2 (CCDev2) agreement with NASA's Commercial Crew Program (CCP), which is helping spur innovation and development of new spacecraft and launch vehicles from the commercial industry.

"This is a very positive success for the Dream Chaser team and their innovative approach," NASA CCP Program Manager Ed Mango said. "I applaud and encourage the designers and engineers to continue their efforts in meeting the objectives of the rest of their CCDev2 milestones."

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The Dream Chaser is designed to carry as many as seven astronauts to space. It is the only spacecraft under CCDev2 that is winged and designed to land on a conventional runway. Data from the test will provide SNC an early opportunity to evaluate and prove hardware, facilities and ground operations in preparation for approach and landing tests scheduled for later this year.

“This is a very positive success for the Dream Chaser team and their innovative approach,” "The successful captive carry flight test of the Dream Chaser full scale flight vehicle marks the beginning of SNC's flight test program, a program that could culminate in crewed missions to the International Space Station for NASA," said Steve Lindsey, former NASA astronaut and head of Dream Chaser's flight operations for SNC. Additional milestones leading up to the test included evaluating the performance of the main landing gear selected for use on the Dream Chaser flight vehicle, an interface test to demonstrate the release mechanism between the spacecraft prototype and the heavy-lift helicopter, and a thorough flight test readiness review

with engineers, technical experts and representatives from SNC and NASA. Another milestone evaluated the separation system compatibility of Dream Chaser with its initial launch vehicle, the United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket, which would be used to release the spacecraft from the rocket's second stage after it has placed the spacecraft into low Earth orbit.

All of NASA's industry partners, including SNC, continue to meet their established milestones in developing commercial crew transportation capabilities.

For more video and images of the test flight, and more information about NASA's Commercial Crew Program, visit: www.nasa.gov/commercialcrew For more information on Sierra Nevada Space Systems, visit: www.SNCspace.com

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CCISD LITERARY ART CONTEST

VISIT WWW.BAYAREAHOUSTONMAG.COM TO READ THE WINNING LITERARY PIECES

With borders that (Above) Winners of the Literary follow the Clear Creek Art Competition Independent School at the Clear Lake Area Chamber of District as well as a Commerce May Membership deep commitment to Luncheon, left to academic excellence right are Krystal Sommers, second over the past 50 place Literary; years, the Clear Lake Hadeel Taha, second place Art; Area Chamber of Sara Gerke, first Commerce has held place Art and Faith Blanchard, first a close relationship place Literary. with the area schools.

Keeping the community connection alive between the Chamber and the School District, the Chamber of Commerce held a Literary Art Contest for Clear Creek ISD high school students.

The objective of the contest was to challenge the students to collaborate in pairs and create a written piece and an art piece that calls to mind the spirit of the community. Students had from January to the end of April to complete their assignment, and winners were recently announced at the Chamber’s May Membership Luncheon.

The winners received savings bonds as well as the privilege of having their artwork featured in newsletters, magazines and more.

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ADOPT A PET IN NEED

ODIE & SNOW

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die, (top) and Snow (bottom) recently lost their home due to a very sad divorce situation. They are great friends and would be happiest if adopted as a pair. Odie is a four-year-old male ragdoll mix with flamepoint Siamese markings weighing in at 18 pounds! He will need to be brushed on a regular basis but will reward you with lots of purrs. Snow is a two-yearold flame-point Siamese male weighing in at 15 pounds. He is very vocal, friendly and has the most beautiful blue eyes! Both are good with other cats and calm dogs. Please help SCP keep these sweet boys together. For more information email pets2adopt@ yahoo.com or visit www.secondchancepets.org.

SCP is also already planning it’s 2012 Silent Auction/Dinner Fundraiser. If you or your business would like to underwrite a portion of the annual event or if you have items to donate please email jmax7@comcast.net. SCP is a 501(c)(3) non-profit animal welfare organization. All donations are tax-deductible.

Mogul Indian Restaurant

By Natalie Epperley

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ome out and try some authentic Indian cuisine at Mogul Indian Restaurant. Enjoy a buffet-style lunch or stop by and enjoy dinner a la carte. Years ago in India’s history, the Moguls were an influential dynasty of emperors who ruled India from 16th to the mid-18th century. The cuisine came to be called ‘Mughalai’ to honor these emperors. Legend says that the chefs served royal families in delight and the tradition continues here at Mogul.

A haven for vegetarians, there are a variety of dishes to choose from and you won’t be disappointed. When most people are asked what food they associate with India, they say “curry” but this does not stand true with every dish. It includes a whole range and variety of dishes, with each being very different according to the spices used in Indian cooking. If you’re looking for a subtle or a pungent, hot or mild, there’s always a delicacy to suit every taste. Catering is also available for both small and large parties as well as delivery. The restaurant seats up to 200, and a spacious banquet room is also available for hosting any event and seats up to 300 guests.

Mogul has been serving the Bay Area since 1994 when they opened their first location on Space Center and Bay Area Boulevard and in December 2011 they moved to a larger location to better accommodate larger parties. Mogul is located at 1055 Bay Area Boulevard and is open for lunch 11:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Friday, Saturday and Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Monday through Saturday. For more information visit the website at www.mogulrestaurant.com for questions or further information call 281-480-3097.

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Marci’s Consignments, Home Décor & Antiques

By Natalie Epperley

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f you are thinking of redecorating or simply adding some unique furniture to your home, then you won’t want to miss the collection of both new and gently used furniture, home accessories, and many antiques to choose from at Marci’s. You can even receive some great decorating tips from choosing the right color for your home to going green; by adding vintage items to your décor. Not only is it a way to recycle, you will own a one-of-a-kind piece in your home. It’s always a good idea to live in your space to get a better feel for how you may want to go about decorating in a way that’s just right for your home.

If you are searching for the right gift to give, Marci’s carries jewelry, Woodwick candles, bath and body products, scarves, frames, and many new items that arrive weekly. Marci’s is a proud member of The Association of Resale Professionals. At Marci’s high quality service and customer service satisfaction is important. “We will do everything we can to meet your expectations,” said Marci. If you want to make some extra cash, you can find more information about becoming a consignor at the website. While you are enjoying lunch by the bay don’t forget to come take a stroll through Nassau Bay’s most unique antiques and collectibles shop, Marci’s. Hours of operation are 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Marci’s is located in Nassau Bay at 18049 Upper Bay Road. For more information or to check for new updates on the website visit www.marcisconsignments.com or call 713-557-2212.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

GAME TIME

By Natalie Epperley

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rom Guitar Hero to action packed war adventures, Game Time is the place to be. If you are looking for an adventurous game to play, you will find all gaming systems from old school play stations to the most frequently played Xbox 360. Game Time carries not only the latest and greatest games and playing equipment, there’s also a variety of cell phones to choose from. If you need anything from a game piece assault rifle to a replacement hand held gaming device, this is your place to shop, especially if you are looking for a great gift to give someone. The prices are comparable to other gaming stores in the Bay Area if not less expensive. Epic games such as Gears of War, Modern Warfare, and Guitar Hero are some of the more popular games out there and Game Time has them all, as well as many more! So if you’re looking for a new phone, a game system, software, or just some extra equipment to make your games more exciting and fun, then stop in and check out Game Time for your needs.

Game Time is located at 2403 Bay Area Boulevard across Space Center Boulevard. Hours of operation are from Monday through Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and on Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. For further questions or inquiries please don’t hesitate to call 281-990-8008.

MISSA CLEANING SERVICES

By Natalie Epperley

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f it’s that time of year and you feel the need to do some cleaning for your home or your place of business, then Missas Cleaning is the one for you.

Their unique cleaning services will protect the investment you’ve made in your home or your business. Missas offers air duct cleaning, area rug cleaning, residential carpet cleaning, commercial cleaning services, tile and grout cleaning and more. Their specially trained technicians specialize in quality tile and grout cleaning as well as carpet and upholstery cleaning, and are always prepared for accidents or emergencies that may occur.

Missas Cleaning Services believes that the customer always comes first and from the moment that you make an appointment to the moment that their service technicians leave your location, you will be sure to experience the best customer service there is to offer. There are never any hidden charges and their technicians will only complete authorized work. They offer a 100% guarantee of satisfaction on all work that is completed.

Missa Cleaning service is dedicated to providing affordable high-quality service to their clients. Free estimates are also available. They are located at 11665 Fuqua Suite C 313. For more information be sure to visit the website at www. missaservices.com and check for monthly coupon specials. For questions or inquiries please call 281-993-6147.

Perk & Puff Lounge

By Natalie Epperley

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ake a break and stop into Perk & Puff Lounge cigar & Internet bar. This quaint little coffee and cigar shop offers a wide range and variety of fine cigars, hookah with all the essential flavors like mint and fruit varieties, tobacco, lighters and cutters. In recent years, hookahs have grown in popularity, and this lounge won’t disappoint you. The ambiance is casual and family friendly, and can even be romantic if you’re on a date. This cozy establishment offers a variety of gourmet coffees such as mochas, espressos and many more! There is also your choice of smoothies with different flavors to choose from. If you work late, don’t worry. Perk & Puff is open late. So come in and take the stress off and enjoy the featured entertainment of the night whether it be a musician or a poet. Enjoy a game of chess, watch the latest news on flat screen TVs, or take advantage of the free Wifi available and catch up on some work.

Perk & Puff Lounge is located at 2403 Bay Area Boulevard and its hours of operation are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., Saturday from 9:00 a.m., and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. For information visit the website at www.perkandpuff.com for questions or further inquiries please call 281-218-0299.

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Main Events

by Victoria Ugalde

Congratulations Bay Area Houston Galveston

4th of July Fireworks, July 4. Come to 37th and Seawall Blvd. and see more than 20 minutes of spectacular fireworks over Galveston Island’s beach to commemorate the 4th of July. Call 1-888-939-8680 or visit www.galveston.com for more information.

BrewMasters Craft Beer Festival, August 31 - September 2. The largest craft beer festival in Texas with more than 400 represented craft beers is a three-day celebration showcasing award-winning “brewmasters” at three signature events: the BrewTopia Beer Garden, the Brew HaHa Grand Tastings & Keg Korner, and BrewLicious in the Ballroom. Attendees can hoist their mugs while enjoying live music, beer and food pairing seminars, and educational events about brewing and more. Visit www.brewmastersbeerfest.com for more information.

Houston

Freedom Over Texas, July 4. Houston will set the stage for an extraordinary patriotic celebration at Mayor Annise Parker’s official Fourth of July event, Southwest Airlines Freedom Over Texas featuring Billy Currington and Sara Evans. The annual event will be held on Wednesday, July 4 at Eleanor Tinsley Park, culminating with a fireworks extravaganza set to a perfectly timed bed of patriotic and current musical selections.

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Visit www.freedomovertexas.org for more information.

4th of July at CityCentre, July 4. Music from Texas Unlimited Band and fireworks.

Mark your calendar for what’s become one of the season’s most explosive summer nights – July 4 at CityCentre! The Texas Unlimited Band kicks off the fun at 6:30 p.m. and the fireworks spectacular begins at 9:30 p.m.

Come early and enjoy dining on the patio at one of the many restaurants! Call 713-6295200 or visit www.citycentrehouston.com for more information.

BAHM Cover Party, July 12. Come mix and mingle at the July cover party for BAHM at Cullens on Thursday, July 12. There will be free hors d’ oeuvres, cash bar, drink specials, dancing, giveaways, door prizes, music by Jeff Lopez & more! Cullen’s is located at 11500 Space Center Boulevard, Houston. The cover party will be from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. and will honor Dr. Todd Adams and his professional staff at Oasis Spa with their feature on the cover of the July 2012 issue of Bay Area Houston Magazine.

KOOZA by Cirque du Soleil, July 26 August 19. KOOZA is a return to the origins of Cirque du Soleil in that it combines two circus traditions: acrobatic performance and the art of clowning. KOOZA will be at the Sam Houston Race Park and shows will be every Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday,

Bay Area Houston Magazine | JULY 2012

Friday, and Saturday. The colorful show tells the story of The Innocent and his search of his place in the world. It explores themes of fear, identity, recognition, and power. Call 281-807-7223 or visit www.cirquedusoleil. com for more information.

Kemah Star-Spangled Sky Fireworks, July 4.

Come head out to the Kemah Boardwalk and see their Fourth of July firework celebration over Galveston Bay. The show starts at 9:30 p.m. Call 281-334-9880 or visit www.kemahboardwalk.com for more information.

League City “Boot Scootin’ Longhorn Social,” July 13.

Get out those boots, hats and jeans as the Butler Longhorn Museum hosts an event of the year. The museum will host its annual fundraiser at South Shore Harbour Hotel Ballroom in League City and promises to deliver what you would expect for an entertaining evening with dinner, dancing, live and silent auctions, a casino, and more!

Call Monica Hughes, Director, at 281-3321393 or Bette Specion, President at 281332-3961 for ticket information.

Fire On The Strings Bluegrass Music Festival, July 20 - 21. Features performances by Chris Jones and the Night Drivers, Special Consensus, The James King

Band and many more. It also includes workshops, jamming rooms and a slow jam with leadership for beginners. The event will be at South Shore Harbour Resort and Convention Center. Call 581-488-2244 or visit www.fireonthestrings.com for more information.

Tieken’s Tooth Fairies, August 4. In honor of back to school, come by and get free cleanings, sealants and screenings for grades K-12 on August 4th from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Dr. Tieken’s office in League City.

The location is 3023 Marina Bay Dr., Suite 105. Dr. Tieken’s office is also accepting monetary donations, backpacks & school supplies. Please drop off donations to the office.

Seabrook

Club Nite, July 18. Bay Area Houston Magazine and Best Practices Quarterly presents CLUB NITE! Come join us at Di Amici Upscale Events as local legends perform a tribute to Otis Redding, Gladys Knight, Ritchie Valens, Wilson Pickett, and much more. There will be magic, comedy, dancing, drink specials, delectable appetizer menu, and a cash bar. Performances will be held the 3rd Wednesday of every month. Upcoming shows include MoTown Hits, Dirty Dancin’, and Havana Nites.

Tickets are $25 in advance or $35 at the door. Space is limited so call now for ticket and table sales at 281.254.9137.