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Rosslyn Road has long been a significant through street for those making their way over to the shops on 43rd Street, but the headaches caused by the conglomeration of several different factors – accommodating school zones, new development and the area’s natural rush – have become unbearable for some. As Oak Forest continues to grow, the narrow twolane road appears to be reaching its breaking point during rush hour, as drivers must often sit idly by with traffic reaching nearly all the way back from Saxon (near Stevens Elementary) and 43rd Street waiting to go along their way. “It’s a series of 43rd. St. bottlenecks beSaxon Dr. tween the LancastStevens er folks who have Elementary no other way out Lamonte Ln and the congestion Gardenia Dr caused by Stevens Althea Dr Elementary,” said Wakefield Dr Oak Forest resident Nancy Reuter, who Chippendale Rd lives off Rosslyn 34th St. and Chippendale. The largest issue in Reuter’s eyes is the fact that the road is two lanes across (one in each direction) from Du Barry to West 43rd Street, yet it must accommodate the drop-offs and pick-ups of more than 700 students at Stevens Elementary as well as the Lancaster Homes subdivision, which began in the mid to late 90s and is still under construction. At the time that Rosslyn was configured, Lancaster did not exist, making the two-lane road a plausible solution. However, Reuter said the residents of Lancaster Homes now have no other way to exit their area to go to work, and thus pour out onto Rosslyn — adding to an already treacherous situation. What can be done? Reuter did not come empty-handed, offering several suggestions to alleviate the situation. • A traffic light somewhere along the road (but careful consideration to Stevens would have to occur for this) • A third lane which would go south in the morning and north in the afternoon (similar to the arrangement on Studewood Street in the Heights)
Photos by Landan Kuhlmann Those traversing Rosslyn Road in Oak Forest contantly encounter road-rage inducing traffic jams in the morning and afternoon, especially around Stevens Elementary, and some have had enough.
• Full widening of the street to four lanes as far as 43rd street. According to Reuter, there was a movement to widen Rosslyn back in the mid-90s when Lancaster Homes was still just an idea. However, she said the neighborhood struck down the proposal on the basis that such an act would make it a major thoroughfare, and thus cause traffic among other nuisances. But in the years since the momentous decision, the situation has only deteriorated, and immediate action is necessary. “It’s just gotten worse, and unless you leave extremely early, you just can’t move out there,” she said. “It’s a mess, and I can’t be the only person who feels that way. That (freeway exit) has been here ever since I moved to Houston — this has always been a major thoroughfare, they just don’t want to admit it.” Houston City Council member (District C) Ellen Cohen told The Leader that in going back through two years of emails, no complaints had ever been sent to her office – but she seemed eager to help where she could in attempting to alleviate the situation. The next step will be to sit down with the specific civic club and see what the issues are, then bringing in someone from Public Works to meet,” Cohen said, almost immediately after receiving Reuters’ email to her office Monday morning. “That’s what we do, and I’m happy to do it. We’ll talk with her, see who we need to have at a meeting and what the issues are.”
By Kim Hogstrom For The Leader The Houston Heights Woman’s Club has been serving the needs of the community since its founding in 1900. As the club grew, members constructed their clubhouse at 1846 Harvard Street in 1912, and continue to this day in their resolute commitment. In 2017, children, veterans, elderly and homeless folks, and many local schools enjoy the benefits of the programs offered. This, however, was not always the case. Business, social and civic clubs across America played a significant role in American culture from the early 1900s through WWII. Like many in the nation, the HHWC was vital and active, hitting its peak in the 1930s through the 1950s, then started to fade. As women entered the workforce in larger numbers, the club’s membership plummeted. By 2007 there were only 20 or 25 women. In 2006, Houston’s Mayor Bill White eliminated tax exemptions for nonprofit clubs. Members of the HHWC were facing the first property tax bill for the clubhouse ever presented. Where would 25 women who paid $26 each in annual dues, find $6,000 to pay taxes? Heights author and historian Anne Sloan had an idea. She and a handful of visionary women like her founded the HHWC’s new “Evening Group.” What is an Evening Group? For a century, members met in the clubhouse in the afternoons for potluck luncheons and camaraderie. Sloan realized that to remain relevant in modern life, members needed the option of meeting in the evenings. Sloan wrote to every woman she knew and asked them to join. About 30 responded. Together, the women raised enough money to save the clubhouse, but it was a close call. As a historian, Sloan also thought it wise to highlight the HHWC’s place in Heights history. In essence, she and her friends rebranded the club as modern and relevant, by reaching into its past. “There were three elements we knew we wanted,” Sloan remembers. “We wanted a Victorian Tea, which has become one of our biggest annual fundraisers. We relaunched a literary club, which is how the club originally started, and we started the ‘Hortense Ward Appreciation Award,’ in honor of the great woman who founded the club.” Today, these are three of the club’s most popular programs. The Evening Group has about 210 members and the afternoon See Sloan P. 3A
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Local resident doesn’t let cancer dim her passion By Jennifer Layer jennifer@theleadernews.com Real performers know that the show must go on regardless of any challenges. No one knows this better than Leader resident Kathleen Knight, professional singer and educator. And boy, does she know how to put on a show. Knight has devoted her entire life to the theater, whether it be performing, teaching, or directing. Knight says she has always known she wanted to be both a performer and an educator. She often thinks back on her first real performance at the age of ten where she played Gretel in her school’s production of Hansel and Gretel. “My major passion is singing, but I also dance,” said Knight. “I’m no Gwen Verdon, but in roles I’ve done, like in Mary Poppins for Disney, I would sing and dance together.” Over the years Knight has created an extensive resume that reveals her talent as both a singer and educator. While attending The University of Denver on a vocal scholarship, Knight was claimed Miss Colorado and awarded best classical singer in the Miss America Pageant. Knight nurtured her passion in every situation and took
every opportunity. In 1998 Houston Community College created a drama/music position specifically for Knight and encouraged her to create an entirely new musical theater program. She has since taught many different types of musical theater classes and has directed 25 large scale musicals. “Teaching is something you do when you have something to teach; so I always wanted to go into the performance profession first, and then become a teacher,” said Knight. “I put all of the performance pizazz that I’ve learned over the years into my teaching and I think that gives me an edge.” For a person with so much energy and joy, Knight is not a person you would expect to be living with cancer. Knight says that although the cancer is strong, she is stronger and knows how to manage it so that it does not slow her down or keep her from living life to the fullest. “I travel to Brazil often to participate in a natural healing, that really works wonders,” said Knight. “I’m feeling fabulous now, although I have decided to slow down just a bit by no longer working my very demanding full time position.” Although the demands of her illness have created a hurdle in her life, Knight knows how to jump over it. What
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“I’m not done working, I’m just taking it a little easier,” said Knight. “But I’ve still got the jazz in me to do it. I am looking to start teaching private singing lessons in my home.” Knight sings for more than just her career, she also sings to serve others. In fact, she created the College Musical Theatre Operating Fund that works to support HCC’s musical theatre program. “I like to sing with purpose,” said Knight. “I love to sing at fundraisers and to my friends and loved ones when they are in need of some love.” Although raised in Denver Colorado, Knight says Houston is her home. “I’ve enjoyed Houston a lot, because it gifted me with one of the best academic jobs that one could have,” said Knight. “Theater is where I have found the greatest form of expression and the greatest happiness, and HCC provided me the opportunity to help others get in the spotlight and feel that joy.”
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Knight says one of her fondest memories was helping a student who was majoring in Japanese realize his potential as a performer. “That conversation lit a spark in him and I coached him with singing and he choreographed for me,” said Knight. “I gave him the leading role in Little Shop of Horrors and he was phenomenal. He went on to become a successful performer.” Knight teaches with the understanding that no two people learn the same way. “When it comes to performing, one size does not fit all,” said Knight. “So I’ve become very good at knowing how to get through to different kinds of learners.” Kathleen Knight has created quite a stage for her life and she doesn’t plan to quit or pause the show any time soon. If readers wish to know more about Kathleen Knight, or want to sign up for private singing lessons with her visit http://kathleenknight.com.
President Caraway’s enthusiasm for the next chapter in the HHWC’s history is contagious. “We welcome any woman who wants to join,” Caraway stated. “Our members need only be 21 years old. Each woman can decide how much she wants to participate, there are no set requirements on time. And they do not need to live in the Heights. We have members from River Oaks, Cypress, from all over Houston,” she said.
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did, and each summer, one of my best buddies, Eric, and I would head off to Gainesville or Baton Rouge or Atlanta or Tuscaloosa for a week playing basketball in 100-degree heat. Things are a little different these days, and I had no idea until one of my colleagues filled me in. Where people my age went to one or two camps a week, these days, there’s a camp for every week of the summer. I suppose things are different because we have more homes where both mom and dad work, and that leaves little time to keep up with the middle schoolers. Thus, one of the options for working parents is to send their children to camp each week of the summer. The first time I realized this was about three years ago, and I talked to the folks at our office about maybe hosting a camp of our own
at some point. We didn’t have the staff or the know-how to do it, but we always kept that idea on the back burner. This year, we’re done talking about it and we’re going to do it – except with a twist. During the week of July 10-13, The Leader is going to host a media camp for young people in our community. Ideally, we’d like children 10-15 years old – just old enough to know how to write, but not so old that they’ve already figured out the world. I’m really excited about our plans for the camp, and it’s fun to be able to introduce it here. First, we’re going to teach students about journalism writing, which is so much better than sitting down and growling over a book report. We’re going to teach them how to observe and listen to a set of facts, and they’ll learn how to take that information and craft it in a manner that anyone can read. We’ll teach them interviewing skills that allow them to have conversations that go far beyond normal yes-no sessions. Of course, we’re going to teach them about newspapers, and we’re even going to have the students publish their own paper that will be part of our July 15 edition of
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only 43 are currently accounted for. The finder was never identified, and it could be just an urban legend, like Texas Democrats. There may be undiscovered treasurers closer to home. Let me remind you of my story. This is a white plate with lots of blue designs – drums, flags, in the center are two mid-19th century artillerymen -- given to me by my mother. Later a friend showed me an auction house catalogue with an article reading: “Texas Campaigne China” A dish just like mine, pictured in the catalogue, was stored in a glass-faced box in a vault in New York City. The going price: $12,000! Why so much? The price and value of Texanna is skyrocketing. British rock star Phil Collins will pay any price for any item even remotely connected to the Alamo. His own collection has been sent to the state and will be housed in a new facility on the Alamo grounds. Texas is loaded with old stuff that’s better than can be found on PBS-TV’s “Antiques Roadshow.” I have a cannonball from the San Jacinto battleground that was dug up miles away and years later. It’s a long story. You may be familiar with the de la Pena diary. It was allegedly written by Lt. José Enrique de la Peña, an officer in Santa Anna’s army when it invaded Texas in 1836. The diary was supposedly discovered by an art dealer, Jesus Sanchez Garza, in a Mexico City market in 1955. Garza paid a few pesos. It was auctioned in 1998 for $387,500 and now resides at UT-Austin. But you don’t have to be a Crockett scientist to see a lot of old stuff ain’t really old. For example, the de la Pena diary itself is suspect. The Alamo flag – the defenders’ only banner - wasn’t found until 1934 in a drawer in Chapultepec Palace. One of Santa Anna’s artificial legs was discovered on display in the office of the Illinois adjutant general. The Twin Sisters, the two cannon the Texas Army had at San Jacinto, have been missing for 154 years. In 2007, Gov. Rick Perry proudly announced that Texas was paying $550,000 for a letter penned by Crockett from East Texas on Jan. 9, 1836, to his son and daughter back in Tennessee. Experts questioned the letter’s authenticity, and the deal was quietly cancelled. And don’t buy any Republic of Texas stamps. Texas
become anything but that today. A few weeks ago, someone stopped by my office to talk about the state of the media and, specifically, The Leader newspaper. At the end of our conversation, this person offered a very poignant thought: “You know, local news is about the only news you can trust these days.” I don’t know if I’ll ever forget that line, and I believe it more and more every day I come to work. Trust is about the only thing we have left with our audience, and that’s something we’d like to pass along to some of our young people. If you (or your children) are interested in the camp, please send me an email. You can also visit our website, theleadernews.com/mediacamp to learn more about the week we have planned. The cost for the camp will be $250, it will last from 8-5 each day, and we’ll even have early drop off and late pick up. Lunch is provided and I personally promise the students will love it. In the next couple of weeks, we’ll also announce a scholarship program for these students. If you own a local business or want to help send a child to this camp, let me know and I’ll be glad to help. Email jonathan@theleadernews.com
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Lost and Fund THE OFFICE – It’s not here, nor there, either. My long-lost Magna Carta has to be here somewhere. Maybe this drawer, no. This one? Odd, the bottom left drawer of my desk is stuck. I’ll just tug. Tug-tug. It won’t move. Why am I bothering you with this? Because I might make you money, big money. Let me refresh your memory, and this time take notes. Michael Sparks was a music equipment technician in Nashville, Tenn. In 2007, Sparks bought a yellowed, shellacked, rolled-up document in a thrift store for $2.48. It turned out to be a rare 1823 copy of the Declaration of Independence, which Sparks later sold at auction for $477,650. In 1989, Donald Scheer of Atlanta bought a painting at a Philadelphia flea market because he liked the frame. When taking it apart, out fell an original copy (about 500 were printed) of the Declaration of Independence. Scheer sold it for $2.42 million, but he got taken. In 2000, that same piece of paper was sold for $8.14 million. People are always discovering items which were unrecognized or were hidden. Some discoveries we can’t call long lost because no one knew they were there in the first place. Folks make a hobby, or profession, out of checking flea markets, auction houses and their grandmother’s attic for possible treasures. Goodwill even keeps tabs of such finds. Sean and Rikki McEvoy of Knoxville, Tenn., bought a sweater for 58 cents at a Goodwill store in June 2014 in Asheville, North Carolina. It had “West Point” on the front and the word “Lombardi” written in black ink on a cotton swatch sewn inside. It turned out to be owned and worn by Vince Lombardi when he coached there from 1949 to 1953. The jersey was sold in an auction in New York City for $43,020. An Englishman roaming the British version of a flea market paid the equivalent of $38 in U.S. currency to purchase a Breitling wrist watch worn by James Bond in the movie “Thunderball.” At a Christie’s auction in 2013, the watch sold for $160,175. As an interesting side note, and possibly the reason for the high selling price, the watch was the first one modified by the famous Q Branch to include a Geiger counter to help Bond detect nuclear radiation. Here’s one of the biggest finds of all. A scrap metal dealer paid $14,000 for a Faberge Egg at a flea market. He knew it was gold, and he was going to melt it down for scrap. Turns out the find was estimated at a value of over $30 million at an auction. According to Faberge, of the 50 Fabergé Imperial Eggs known to have existed,
The Leader. But we’re going to offer more than just print – because what kid wants to spend a week learning about print. We’re going to have the students build their own news website from scratch, even teaching them a little about some of the tools they can use to create their own. (The more I think about this, the more I wonder if these youngsters aren’t actually going to teach me about it.) Along with writing, students are going to get a full day of TV work, and we’ve already got the camera crew lined up to do the filming. We’re going to spend time learning a little about radio, allowing the students to record their own podcasts, and we’re going to give them a session on photography, teaching them how they can use their smart phones to take wonderful pictures. There’s one last thing that likely will interest parents. We’re going to spend a day teaching the students about social media, the ramifications of using it wrong, and how they can use it correctly to safely and popularly build their “digital” persona. One of the reasons I’m so excited about The Leader’s Media Camp is because of the direction news has taken in the past few years. What once was a very filtered and trustworthy form of information has
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never issued stamps. I am still trying to pry open this drawer. It is part of my huge oaken roll-top desk used by my father, a pediatrician. As a tad I would go to his office and sit at this desk, filling out prescriptions on a pad. Wonder if Dad ever got raided by the DEA? He gave me this desk when I was about 12 or so, and I’ve had it ever since. Ah, the drawer is opening. Bottles of pills? Old prescription pads? Gold bars which I should really tell my siblings about? No, finders’ keepers. Tom Brady’s jersey? Gad, only old scripts for books and movies that I never got around to finishing. Well, it could have been a Fabergé Imperial Egg. The yolk’s on me, but to paraphrase Capitol One, what’s in your attic? Ashby is hunting at ashby2 @comcast.net
Dear Editor: Just a few suggested corrections: Rick Perry’s plan was called the Trans-Texas Corridor – not the Texas Triangle – which originated with the I&GN railroad in the early 20th Century. Like railroads (and unlike highways), TCR would be subject to property taxes. TCR claims that tax revenue would actually increase. There is a third intercity passenger line, and that’s the “Heartland Flyer” from Fort Worth to Oklahoma City. There are also commuter rail lines between Dallas and Fort Worth, Denton and Trinity Mills, and another under construction between Fort Worth and Grapevine/DFW Airport. Jamie
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Dear Editor: Jonathan, I am so sorry The Leader, which engages in responsible and thoughtful reporting, got dragged into what is a truly scummy situation. There are two additional points you may want to make to your readership and to think about as a publisher.
Email us your letters: news@theleadernews.com First, you’ve put a lot of thought into how The Leader fits into news as an industry, and when you’re expressing opinion you’re quite clear about it – I’ve noticed this occasionally in articles and applaud it. I wonder if the public might be less susceptible to news fiction had they not bought in to the fallacy of the neutral press, a press part of a money-making industry and, as a result, conservative (not liberal) by its very nature. Had the public the *expectation* their media had a point of view, they might bring more critcal thinking to bear on what they consume. As you know, European news consumers are well aware of bent their news takes and read accordingly. There is of course a difference between facts and fiction, but we all know facts can be assembed to make any number of different points (which is why we have defense and prosecution in legal cases). There’s no such thing as “pure” reporting, and making this point to your readers could do them a service. Second, a company with the sheer power of Regency/ 20th Century essentially gulling the public in an era when the President of the United States calls into question the veracity
of reporting done by the New York Times and Washington Post does nothing but hurt both the new industry and everyday folks. That’s unacceptable, and they ought to be excoriated for it. Gail Siegel
Balls Out Burger coming to the Heights
Dear Editor: Tired of hearing about “unique burger concepts.” Beer and burgers, the town is overloaded with this kind of thing. And that building is going to need a lot of renovation before it can be a restaurant. And the parking is going to be a problem. And the additional drunk drivers flying down Durham. Jason Hochman
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Dear Editor: So proud of my sister, Lauren Simpson! One correction for the author…she is not a former teacher. She is currently law school faculty at the University of Houston. Christine Coons
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Art classes help cancer patients cope with diagnosis By Kim Hogstrom For The Leader For those coping with cancer, the experience is often a complex lexicon of emotions: fear, depression, confusion and anxiety. For some, it is difficult to express these feelings which adds isolation to the mix. To help, several hospital systems in Houston have introduced art classes to cancer survivor’s options for therapy, and the results have been interesting. In some cases, survivors blossom in the classroom when they clam up in a therapy session. “Sometimes my cancer students come to class in tears, but the power of art is transformative,” explained Kermit Eisenhut, noted artist and instructor for Memorial Hermann Health System and Harris Health System’s cancer survivor’s art therapy program. “Art takes us into our imaginations. It helps us touch our dreams, and it can drive our moods. I see it all the time in the classroom,” Eisenhut stated. The artist teaches classes that vary in size from six to 20. Depending on the length of time he has with his students, Eisenhut will “kick-start the
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Photo supplied Artist Kermit Eisenhut works on a painting with several cancer patients. The noted artist and instructor for Memorial Hermann Health System and Harris Health System’s cancer survivor’s art therapy program said he sees his job description as simple--to make folks happy, which he helps do through the art classes which produce therapeutic paintings such as the one displayed above.
class” by stenciling an outline on each canvas. “I might stencil a pear, or a bird, but it takes the intimidation away from that first brush stroke. Soon, the students are painting away. I move around
helping them, while they paint and laugh, sharing supplies and stories. Then they get to take their paintings home. They really like that,” stated Eisenhut. Student and cancer survivor
Carolyn Oliver has attended several of Eisenhut’s classes, and feels they are an asset. “I have been an artist all my life, but I still learn from Kermit every time I go,” she said. “He is so patient and cre-
ative, and working with him helps us heal. It helps us to be creative while spending time with people we can talk to; to be in a collective with those who may have some of the same feelings we have,” Oliver concluded. The medical professionals echo Ms. Oliver’s observations. “Art therapy plays a major role in our cancer support group meetings as it helps our patients relax while expressing their feelings on canvas,” explained Krystal Luong, Health Educator for the Cancer Resource Center in the Harris Health System. “Newly diagnosed patients benefit from the advice of survivors who have gone through treatments. The art therapy component definitely
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improves our patients’ mental health. Patients report feeling calmer and experiencing more acceptance as they move on with their treatments.“ Eisenhut’s paintings enjoy notoriety. They can be found in hospitals, schools, homes, and offices throughout Houston. “I guess I always create with the objective of making people happy. I see that as my my job,” Eisenhut said. Still, the artist takes no credit for his up-lifting work, choosing to credit the medium. “Art helps us communicate with the divine, helps us reach our souls, and helps us express both to others. That is just how powerful it is,” he concluded.
Dog owner itching for answers about uncomfortable pooch
Dear Tabby, I have a ten year old Shih Tzu that continues to chew and bite the base of her tail. I don’t think she has fleas but she is not comfortable. What do you think is going on? Itchy in Garden Oaks Dear Itchy, It seems like a vet visit is in order to rule out anything serious, but my money’s on allergies. According to vets, Shih Tzus are a breed that is especially prone to allergies. Your buddy may have an inherited tendency to develop allergies, including inhalant allergies, flea allergies and food allergies. In some cases, an allergy may worsen the breathing difficulties, (due in large part to Shih Tzu’s flattened faces) but allergies in dogs are far more likely to show up as skin problems.
Your dog may be allergic to the same kinds of things you are, such as airborne pollens, dust and molds and even human dander. She could also be allergic to an ingredient in the shampoo you use to bathe her or the laundry detergent that you use. Such allergies to things in her environment generally will cause symptoms in your Shih Tzu like licking and chewing at the pads of her feet, rubbing her face and incessantly scratching. Inhalant allergies may start as seasonal symptoms, plaguing your pooch only a few weeks during the year; but over time, they can begin to bother her constantly. Allergies can’t be cured, but the good news is that your
vet can offer ways to manage the symptoms and make your pooch far more comfortable. A few small changes that you can make might be the difference between comfort and misery for your pooch. Vets recommend trying the following to see if your pet’s symptoms seem to abate: • Adding essential fatty acid supplements to your dog’s diet (salmon oil, fish oil, krill oil, etc.). A lack of omega-3 fatty acids is an extremely common cause for dry, flaky skin. • Daily brushing • Regular baths with oatmeal shampoo (once a month) • Finish bath with a moisturizing rinse and/or anti-itch spray • Antihistamines (if severe)
• Install humidifiers in living/sleeping areas If your vet rules out environmental allergens as the problem, an elimination diet might be the next step, to rule out food allergies. Even after years of eating the same food with no problem, dogs can sometimes suddenly develop an allergy to certain ingredients in their food. Items such as wheat, soy and meat are all common food allergens. A hypoallergenic dog food will likely be just what the doctor (or, vet) ordered to alleviate symptoms of a food allergy in your pup. Do you have a question for Tabby? If so, email her at deartabbyquestions@gmail.com
Pet of the Week Meet Roman. This 1 year old Black and Tan Hound mix is the perfect dog for an active family. Roman has learned all of his manners but still doesn’t enjoy the crate, so he’d prefer a home where he wasn’t left alone for long stretches of time. Roman is also a jumper, so he’d like it if you had a tall fence to help keep him contained. To learn more, contact K-9 Angels at: www. K-9AngelsRescue.org or www.facebook. com/k9angelsrescue.
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MEDIA CAMP Ages: 10 - 15 When: July 10 – 14; 8 am - 5 pm Where: Lutheran High North
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“Libby” (? 2010-February 8, 2017) It is with sad news that we report that Libby the cat, the Photo Judge winner of 2016 Leader Loveables contest passed away on February 8, 2017. Judges from Friends for Life voted Libby as the prettiest cat in the contest. She is survived by her human parents Phil and Leslie and her many feline and human friends. Libby was a shelter cat and we don’t really know where or when she was born. Libby went from shelter to shelter and finally was adopted by Phil and Leslie on September 10, 2016. Libby enjoyed basking in the sun in her bed and cuddling with her human parents. Libby will be missed by all that knew her.
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This camp will gives young aspiring journalists the chance to learn from Houston’s experts and get real hands on experience that can put on a resume. Media Camp will allow campers to: Be published in a special edition issue of The Leader newspaper Get the skills to interview local celebrities Understand how to investigate with the aid of local police Gain a deeper understanding of how to utilize social media Find the power in their words as they write and film their own tv news broadcast And so much more! So come learn how to spread your voice with us by signing up today!
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Heights resident, St. Thomas professor pointing students in the ‘write’ direction By Landan Kuhlmann landan@theleadernews.com It is not often that someone can succssfully change course mid-career and make an instant impact in their new position. However, a Heights resident did just that, and is making waves within the education community. Heights resident and St. Thomas professor Catherine Barber was recently named a winner in Blackboard’s 2016-17 Exemplary Course Program, a biannual awards program recognizing faculty and course designers from schools, colleges and universities around the world who develop engaging and innovative courses that represent the best in technology and learning. Barber began at the school in the psychiatry field, but eventually saw an opening back to teaching, and seized it without hesitation. The award, she said, is just icing on the cake. “It’s gratifying to be in a position where I’m able to do what my passion is,� she said. Barber’s course “Educational Research and Scholarly Writing,� according to Blackboard, demonstrated excellence above and beyond with regards to course design, interaction and collaboration, assessment and learner support. Leading the way was Barber’s integration of abundant peer review into the course. Students would work with a larger Writing Support Group, and then within that group with individual partners on each of their writing assign-
heights boutique that specializes in full body waxing, felt it was important for them “Most of it focuses on unthreading, brow eMbroidery, and skincare. to have a solid foundation in dergraduate, so I tried to take writing at the very beginning some of those best practices of their program so that as and modify them for a slightly they went on to their more more advanced or mature stuwith Mention of this ad content-heavy classes every- dent group,� she said. aSk abOuT OuR paCkagES! body would be essentially on Additionally. one of the the same level or in the ball- beauties of an online course 811 HEIgHTS bLVD SuITE 3 park.� (which is what she currently As she was researching teachers) is that you can proplucked and More takes pride in welcoming each methods of evening the play- vide all those websites, tutoriguest into our clean, comfortable, private and tranquil ing field, the issue of peer re- als and videos and everything environment. we specialize in providing the ultimate view came up, and Barber was within the course according to and liberating experience, right here in the heights. hooked. Barber. To her, the appeal came “I spend a lot of time debOOk YOuR appOINTMENT TODaY from a belief that students of veloping resources within the every level could gain some- Blackboard shell that people thing from the exercise, no of every writing proficiency matter their base level of writ- can use,� she said. “It’s not WWW.pLuCkEDaNDMORE.COM ing skills. just more remedial tools, but “Students who aren’t as also advanced tools that those developed with their writing who come in as fairly profiskills would be able to work cient writers have access to as with peers who in some cases well.� have more developed writing skills and see how their writing could look while getting direct feedback from their peers— which is a little less intimidating than getting feedback from a professor first,� she said, laughing. For the students who are more advanced, she says there’s great value in being able to explain or teach what you know to another person. “I find, especially when it was framed right, that it’s a way to learn from each other ) * + and teach each other what , -+ you know, because everyone . / 0 0 1 / knows different elements,� ) 2 1 3 /
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For The Leader More than 300 students and teachers from 31 elementary, middle, and high schools gathered this past Saturday, Feb. 28 to participate in Games Robots Play 2017 “Engineering is my Superpower� at Waltrip High School. Sponsored by the Waltrip CTE department and Advanced Academics STEM Teacher Development team, each of the games focused on a different superhero and challenged students in engineering, programming, and criti-
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cal-thinking skills. Games Robots Play was completely designed and facilitated by students in the Waltrip High School CTE classes. These students designed and built the games and served as scorers and mentors on the day of the challenge as participants worked to play the games using the autonomous robotic platform of their choice. Additionally, volunteers from the Waltrip National Honor Society and other community members participated as mentors and judges for the
event. The focus of Games Robots Play is not as a competition, but as a day of learning and challenge. Teams received a wide variety of recognitions such as robot performance, programming, engineering design, teamwork, sportsmanship, and determination. Many teachers participated in the games alongside students with their own robots as a professional development opportunity.
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DAVE WILSON GUEST SPEAKER Heritage Republican Women Dave Wilson, a trustee with Houston Community College System, will be the guest speaker this month. The meeting will be held at the Candlelight Church of Christ, 4215 Watonga, at 7 p.m. March 2. Light refreshments will be served. Men are also welcome to attend. Information: 713-6883256, 713-682-0496.
CRAWFISH FESTIVAL Greater Heights Area Chamber of Commerce This year’s Crawfish Festival is Saturday, March 4. Exhibitor booths start at $100 and sponsorships start at $250. Volunteers are needed to help set up tables and chairs and serve crawfish and pack up at the end of the festival. Contact Jill Johnston at the Chamber office. Information: 713-861-6735, events@heightschamber.org. LEARN LOCAL BENEFIT CONCERT Hogg Middle School Learn Local is excited to announce their 3rd Annual Benefit Concert featuring Moodafaruka happening March 5, from 3 p.m.-5 p.m. outside on the Hogg Middle School field, 1100 Merrill St. Moodafaruka mixes Flamenco, Middle Eastern, Spanish and Western motifs to create a tap-
estry of sound. The event is free, but donations and sponsorships are available for the following levels: First Chair - $1,000, Orchestra - $500, Quintet - $250, Trio - $150, and Solo - $25. All proceeds from this event will be dedicated toward Hogg Outdoors. Information: learnlocalhogg.org. AARP MONTHLY MEETING AARP Chapter 1265 The monthly meeting will be held at 10 a.m., March 6, in the community room at 1520 Candlelight Ln. This month’s guest speaker will be Scotts and Associates of Houston Inc., and they will discuss retirement and wealth management. The meeting is open to anyone 50 or older, and will be preceded by a meetand-greet at 9:30 a.m. President is Georgia Lewis, vice president is Terrell Holiday. Information: 713-682-4022. GOSWAMI ACADEMY OPEN HOUSE ISKCON Houston Come meet the dedicated teaching staff at Goswami Academy, tour the classrooms and learn about the core of the school’s values and education standards. There will be children’s activities, refreshments and other fun surprises. The school serves grades Pre-K-6. The open house will be held from 10:30
a.m.-2:30 p.m. March 11, at ISKCON Houston, 1320 W. 34th St. Information: 713-714-2250, www.goswamiacademy.com.
3 p.m. March 12 and 19. Tickets are $16 for adults, $13 students and seniors, and $13 for Sunday matinees. Reservations are encouraged. Call or visit website for tickets and reservations. Information: 713-682-3525, www. theatresuburbia.org.
STEAK NIGHT American Legion Post 560 Come by the American Legion Post 560, 3720 Alba Rd., for a delicious steak dinner and live entertainment, March 17 (third Friday of each month). Steaks will be served from 6 p.m. until sold out. The cost is $15 per plate. Information: 713-682-9287, facebook.com/AmLegionPost560/, www.txlegion560.org.
URBAN BALLET CONCERT Houston City Dance Houston City Dance, 1307 Clay St., will present their Urban Ballet Concert at 8 p.m. April 13 and 14, and 2:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. April 15. The cost is $25 for adults and $20 for students. Information: houstoncitydance.com, 713-5296100.
TOWN HALL TALKS Belmont Village Hunters Creek Belmont Village Hunters Creek, 7667 Woodway Dr., will feature guest speaker Jeff Friedman, CEO of Distinctive Life, from 10-11 a.m. March 25. Friedman will discuss making plans for end-oflife care and funeral planning. Hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be served. Call 713-781-1505 to make a reservation.
60TH REUNION Reagan High School class of 1957 The John H. Reagan Class of 1957 will have their 60th reunion May 6-7, at the Sheraton Houston Brookhollow Hotel, 3000 N. Loop W. Fwy. If you have not received an information packet, please contact Kay Potter Cella at kaycella125@gmail.com or 281658-5111.
NEW SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY Theatre Suburbia “Sherlock Holmes: John Watson’s Body,� will be showing through March 25, at Theatre Suburbia, 4106 Way Out West Dr. The performances will be at 8:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; and
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Lenten Fish Fry at All Saints The All Saints Knights of Columbus council is hosting four Lenten Fish Fries at the Parish Hall. Dinners are served on March 3, March 17, and March 31, from 5-8:30 p.m.; and 3-8 p.m. Good Friday (April 14). Plates include great fish, hushpuppies, fries, slaw, green beans, sauces and tea/lemonade. Adult plates are $10 and children under 10 are $5. Cookies will also be available to purchase for dessert. Come and enjoy the food, fellowship, and help raise funds for the KC’s charitable activities. All Saints Catholic Church is located at 215 E. 10th St. Call 713-304-1626 for information. ‘The Wesleyan Way’ church study at St. Stephen’s A church wide study on “The Wesleyan Way� by Scott Jones, an exciting and inspiring study presenting Christianity from a Wesleyan perspective, including sermons based on the study, will continue throughout Lent. A weekday class is offered Wednesdays at 2 p.m. in Room 101. The VIPs, a fellowship group for adults age 50+ will meet March 9, at 11 a.m. in the fellowship hall, featuring live musical entertainment and a catered lunch. The cost is $10 per person. RSVP to Barbara Johnson at 713-686-6116. St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church is located at 2003 W. 43rd St. For information, call 713-686-8241 or visit www.stsumc.org and the church’s Facebook page. Free monthly pancake breakfast at St. Matthew’s St. Matthew’s will host a
free monthly pancake breakfast March 4, from 8:30-10 a.m., in the fellowship hall. The community is welcome to come and enjoy pancakes with all the trimmings while visiting with friends and neighbors. The Lydia Circle will meet at 9 a.m. for a short program and business meeting. The Methodist Men will join the Lydia Circle at 10 a.m. to make final arrangements for the Lenten meals and discuss business matters. St. Matthew’s offers a variety of activities and spiritual classes. Sunday morning worship starts at 9:30 a.m., followed by 10:30 a.m. Sunday School. St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church is located at 4300 N. Shepherd Dr. Call 713-6970671 or visit the web site at www.stmatthewsmethodist. org for information. Pot Luck Fellowship Lunch at Garden Oaks Baptist Garden Oaks Baptist Church, 3206 N. Shepherd Dr., welcomes the community to a pot luck fellowship lunch immediately following the 10:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship service, March 5. The Potluck Lunch will be held in the fellowship hall. Call 713-864-4447 or visit www.GOBC.org for information. St. Rose Men’s Club hosts Spring Fish Fry The St. Rose Men’s Club is hosting its Spring Fish Fry from 4:30-7:30 p.m. March 10, and will include fried catfish, hush puppies, french fries, coleslaw, and ice tea. Desserts will be provided by the St. Rose Altar Guild for $1. Dinein or take out. St. Rose of Lima Catho-
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Girl Scouts from three Travis Elementary Girl Scout Troops spent a recent Sunday afternoon at the Holly Hall Retirement Community in the Medical Center. Girls who attended were Grace Lindsay and Abigail Pisklak from 1st Grade Daisy Troop 122286 led by Lauren Lindsay and Veronica Loomis; from Third Ward, Heights, Germantown, Woodland Heights, and Lindale Park were Frances N., Ella H., Madeline H., Corinne G., Avery W., Evie B., Dahlia H., Vivienne P., Samantha B. and Iris C. from 2nd Grade Brownie Troop 122025 led by Rashmi Bapat and Lauren Borges; and a troop of Kindergarten Daisies also participated. The girls brought Girl Scout cookies for everyone, shared stories about what they do in Girl Scouts and played Bingo with the residents. The residents each chose a box of cookies as their prize when they won. One woman who attended the event had just had her 100th birthday on Monday. Another resident was a Girl Scout leader for 10 years up in Indiana and the girls and their leaders thoroughly enjoyed hearing about what she used to do with her troop and found their meetings and
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Hunt for Fat Tuesday lunch in Field and Tides We have a newly minted restaurant in the neighborhood, with Field & Tides opening in the former Zelko Bistro location, located at 705 E. 11th St., and I stopped by this week to check-out the menu and get a Fat Tuesday fix in. For my Fat Tuesday lunch, I placed an order for the Sloppy Tides and a bowl of the She Crab Soup. The Sloppy Tides was a cornmeal crusted gulf fish, coleslaw, chipotle anchovy, pickles, onions, topped with a fried egg on a challah bun, and served with fries. I also ordered a bowl of the She Crab Soup, a lowcountry classic with boiled egg, aged sherry, and jumbo lump crab. At the head of the kitchen is executive chef Travis Lenig. Chef Lenig’s roots stem from his love for many different types of cuisine such as Southern, Italian, French and Asian.
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On the left, an outside shot of Field & Tides, located at 705 E. 11th St. On the right, the Sloppy Tides and a bowl of the She Crab Soup.
“Field” is represented by locally sourced vegetables, pork, poultry, beef and game, while “Tides” is seafood that is locally sourced as well, with an emphasis on the Gulf, according to a recent press release. The upscale casual restaurant is open for lunch and dinner daily, with brunch served on
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Art Valet: FSAM celebrates lucky 13 birthday This Saturday is the 13 year anniversary of First Saturday Arts Market. This is the perfect occasion to interview Jefferson Woodruff, an Austin resident. Woodruff is an art jeweler and mobile sculptor. Woodruff has also been attending regularly since about November 2005. Woodruff was born and raised in Houston Heights, and often has interesting facts and memories from growing up here. Before we met, Woodruff made a living as an artist for 20 years, starting at the Texas Renaissance Festival in its first year, and major shows across the country.
a very distinct intention, which is to be a stand for Joy, Wonder and Community. The market has been an effective vehicle in achieving that intent.” What is the biggest change you’ve witnessed in the market? “The evolution of the artisans themselves,” he said. “It is very rewarding to see the evolution of style, technique and consciousness in the art and in the clientele. Let me point out that a work of art is a conversation, in a sense. There is rhetoric of technique,
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the skill set and presentation evolve. The First Saturday Arts Market has provided a home base from which I have branched out to larger regional and national shows. By being in the conversation, my life is definitely enriched. Once or twice we have been rained
Do you recall when you first started doing my shows? “I stumbled across an article in the Houston Chronicle online about the Yale Street Market,” Woodruff said. “I had a hunch that the Heights would be a good place. I was looking for an alternative to small art shows around Austin, which I found boring.” What kept you returning, why? “I did well at the first show and at the same time, a Chronicle photographer snapped my picture. The picture ran the following month and there was a lot of business as a result. The business continued off of that exposure for months. What continues to be particularly rewarding is to have customers from as far back as the early 1980’s come to my booth and buy stuff. The First Saturday Arts Market is like no other that I have experienced anywhere in the country in the past 40 years. I studied art history (and micro-economics) in college and I have continued in my studies since. I am impressed with the quality and vision of the artists. There is also a great community of artisans associated with this market. It includes hundreds. That is a very important feature, as well. In fact, as an artist, I have
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At the top, Jeff Woodruff behind one of his mobile sculptures at FSAM. Above, two works in progress that will be at this month’s market.
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