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LEANING ON FAITH ◗ Community

comes together for young heart transplant patient

By Phil Major The Community News

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hough the Dylan Hancock story is still being written, the 15-yearold heart transplant recipient from Aledo is already the center of two amazing stories.

The first is Dylan’s journey through rapidly declining health, to the lifesaving surgery and sometimes difficult recovery.

The second is the way a community came together to support Dylan and his family through times more troubling than most will experience in a lifetime.

Dylan retains a positive outlook on his situation and the lessons he has learned.

“It’s the best experience you could have,” he said. “You get to meet some awesome people and encounter things you never thought possible.”

He said that, because of his experiences, he is more inspired about what he wants to do with his life.

Dylan missed almost a year of school, from the time his illness made him too weak to continue, until his recovery was sufficient that he could return.

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Rob Helms, left, has served as a mentor for Dylan Hancock through the ordeal of surgeries

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He admits he struggled when he first came back, after the holiday break, but now he’s “got the hang of it.”

His mentor, Rob Helms, who met Dylan through the Aledo schools’ Connections mentoring program when Dylan was a 7th grader, said the school district has been “unbelievable” in its support of Dylan.

“There are a number of people who are passionate about what they do,” he said.

Dylan says he is focused on his school work, and glad that he has time to catch up with what he’s missed.

He would like to go into medicine or engineering and is encouraged to hear about the new science, technology, engineering and math partnership the AISD has formed with Bell Helicopter.

He also wants to be able to get back to playing sports.

A recent set back has him on limited physical exertion, which doesn’t sit well with a young man who loves to be competitive.

Dylan’s experience has changed his perspective about some things.

When he hears his friends complain about something, he likes to chide them about what he’s been through. Most of them “go with it,” he says, and realize they don’t have it so bad.

When Dylan and Rob met, Rob noted that Dylan had some issues in his life.

But by the end of 7th grade, Dylan was figuring out some things and heading on the right track.

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and changes in housing.

By the 8th grade he was liking school and making good grades, and having confidence in his abilities.

But during 8th grade football prac-

tice, he experienced breathing difficulties that at first were blamed on his asthma. But an x-ray at an emergency care center revealed an enlarged heart, which led to the diagnosis of dilated cardiomyopathy.

By January 2013 word came that Dylan would need a transplant to survive, and March 13 he had to quit school – something he did not want to do.

He spent three weeks in the hospital, some of it in a coma, flew by medical helicopter to Houston, and after a 12-hour operation had a left ventrical assist device installed to help his heart work better.

The transplant came in August.

The community rallied to raise the $40,000 to donate to the Children’s Organ Transplant Organization to help with all the non-insurance costs of a transplant, such as travel and housing.

But that was not the last challenge.

As part of the post-transplant program, patients have to undergo complete immune system suppression, to help combat organ rejection by the body.

Dylan and his mother, Mondee, lived in a manufactured home that once belonged to his grandfather (who died in 2008).

As Helms explained, it was nearing the end of its life expectancy and wasn’t suitable for Dylan’s condition.

He was concerned, as was Mondee, and it didn’t make economic sense to try to renovate the house.

That’s when the next level of community effort came in.

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DYLAN from page three Children’s AdvoCats undertook the project of building a new home for the Hancocks, dubbed Hancock’s House of Hope.

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Dylan admits he got mad about it at first. The home held a lot of great memories about his grandfather.

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“He was the only person I looked up to,” Dylan said.

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And now he’s fine with it, and he loves the new home.

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“The house is good,” Helms said.

“I can see them settling in.”

After more than a year of their lives in flux, the Hancocks needed that.

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That the house got built in the fashion that it did is a story in itself.

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At almost every turn, Helms said, someone would step up to take care of a need.

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“It was an unbelievable experience to have a front row seat to daily examples of God’s grace and mercy,” Helms said.

And it is not an isolated case.

“This area has long gotten behind major issues,” Helms said. “There is a tremendous outpouring of support.”

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But before Thanksgiving, after the house had been leveled and before the slab was poured, Dylan and Rob walked the grounds, seeing where various rooms would be located.

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As for Dylan, he says “everything’s been good.” He has had a couple of rejection issues, which, though not uncommon, can always be scary.

And that will be monitored closely, with return trips to Houston monthly for testing.

“We have had the opportunity to lean on faith in the face of challenges, and I have learned a lot from him about courage,” Helms said. www.community-news.com

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WHAT IS CYSTIC FIBROSIS? Cystic fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of about 30,000 children and adults in the United States (70,000 worldwide). A defective gene and its protein product cause the body to produce unusually thick, sticky mucus that: • clogs the lungs and leads to life-threatening lung infections; and • obstructs the pancreas and stops natural enzymes from helping the body break down and absorb food.

In the 1950s, few children with cystic fibrosis lived to attend elementary school. Today, advances in research and medical treatments have further enhanced and extended life for children and adults with CF. Many people with the disease can now expect to live into their 30s, 40s and beyond.

Symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis People with CF can have a variety of symptoms, including: • very salty-tasting skin; • persistent coughing, at times with phlegm; • frequent lung infections; • wheezing or shortness of breath; • poor growth/weight gain in spite of a good appetite; and • frequent greasy, bulky stools or difficulty in bowel movements.

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Statistics About 1,000 new cases of cystic fibrosis are diagnosed each year.

More than 70% of patients are diagnosed by age two.

More than 45% of the CF patient population is age 18 or older.

The predicted median age of survival for a person with CF is in the early 40s.

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DANI’S DOLLS ON THE MARCH ◗ Aledo teen raising money,

awareness in fight against Cystic Fibrosis

By Phil Major The Community News

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hen the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Walk, “Great Strides,” is held May 18 in Arlington, Aledo will be well represented by Dani’s Dolls.

Aledo sophomore Danielle Gray, 16, and her family and friends are participating.

The 5K walk around Six Flags gets under way at 9 a.m., and you’ll find Danielle there among the walkers, along with a host of friends.

Danielle’s Mom, Coleen, says

Danielle has a great group of friends who support her, such as reminding her to take her medicine.

This will be the Grays first time to participate in the walk.

As Coleen explained, for many years she avoided the cystic fibrosis community, trying to shield Danielle from some of the negatives of the disease, such as a shortened life span and the related medical issues from having breathing and digestive difficulties.

But as Danielle has grown and learned about her disease, she has faced dealing with all that.

Through Twitter and Instagram, she now has friends around the country with CF, and she has lost some of them to it.

Cystic fibrosis is a rare condition that is passed on genetically.

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June Intensive Musical Theatre Camp Ages: 1st–12th grade Camp Dates: June 14–28, 2014 Price: $320.00 Auditions: June 14th during the ¿rst day of camp Orientation: Sunday, June 8 @ 6:00–8:00 pm (Required meeting for parents) Camp Location: Aledo Church of Christ in Aledo Performance Location: Aledo Church of Christ in Aledo Camp Includes: Classes in theatre with several guest artists Cast in a full length production of Seussical Jr. A picture of the cast • Cast Party • Cast T-Shirt 2 Comp tickets to the production Lunch is provided for Saturday Rehearsals

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DANI from page seven Soon after Danielle was born, Coleen noticed she had a tremendous appetite.

Coleen’s mother commented that Danielle seemed to have the same symptoms as her older sister, Coleen’s aunt, who had CF and died at the age of 12.

There are only about 30,000 people in the U.S. with CF and 70,000 worldwide.

Its chief impacts are breathing difficulties brought on by excess mucus formation and digestive problems related to the pancreas’ inability to produce the necessary enzymes.

Now that Danielle understands her disease, Coleen said it’s time to help raise money for research, and more importantly, to raise awareness about the disease.

As she noted, you wouldn’t think Danielle was “sick” just to look at her.

“She is full of life,” Coleen said.

She seems a normal, healthy teenager. There are tell-tale signs, but nothing most people would notice.

Coleen credits some of Danielle’s good health to an active lifestyle.

“She doesn’t use it as a crutch,” Coleen said. “I push her. I don’t want her to think ‘Poor me, I’m sick’.”

Danielle enjoys volleyball and dance. She’s looking forward to prom – two nights before the walk.

Danielle says after she has been working out, she feels much better.

She would like to play softball.

But outdoor activities in

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the spring and summer are problematic. She can’t be outdoors when the ozone level is at orange or higher, as that can contribute to breathing difficulties.

Her daily routine includes breathing treatments, a vest which helps shake loose the mucus twice daily, and six enzyme capsules with each meal.

Danielle still has a healthy appetite. She has three brothers, and said she often will clean their plates for them if they don’t.

Once or twice a year, she checks into Cook Children’s Hospital for what she calls a tune up, to help her with her lung function.

The family works hard to keep things positive, Coleen said.

“I want people to see this kid, at 16, who’s only been in the hospital four times,” Coleen said. “I would have loved to have met someone like this (when Danielle was diagnosed),” The Grays want to make their first time at the walk “huge.”

Already more than 30 have signed up for the team.

To donate just visit the fightcf.cff.org website and donate to Dani’s Dolls. You can also learn more about Danielle’s story, and about CF.

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What your kids bring home from camp

By Misty Luttress Camp Fire

I know what many parents are thinking: “Kids bring home dirt, bugs and dirty laundry.”

But when your children go to camp, they come home with so much more.

I was 12 when I first attended summer camp in Sweetwater. I had to sell a lot of cookies, but I was excited to finally be going to a “real” camp and not just pitching a tent in the backyard. I went swimming, did arts and crafts, cooked over a campfire and had a carnival night on “the slab” (a transformed sport court) and I learned how to make friendship bracelets.

It was hot, dirty and the best week of my life.

After that, I knew that when I grew up, I wanted to be a camp counselor. In college

a friend asked me if I wanted to work at a summer camp with her - my answer was a resounding, “Yes!” That was the summer of 1999 and I have been at camp in some capacity every summer since.

Over the years my camp location has changed, my position within camp has varied, and the staff and campers may change, but one thing remains constant – what I see the campers take with them when they leave.

Confidence: For many campers it is the first time to make decisions on their own.

Campers are able to choose their activities at camp, allowing them to take ownership of their experience at camp. This gives them the opportunity to set a goal of what they want to accomplish during the week.

Courage: Camp provides

a safe and supportive environment for campers to step outside their comfort zone and try new things. Camp is a place that allows a camper to think outside the box, safely try new skills and explore. This newfound courage opens the door for a camper to learn how to be a friend to someone new.

Leadership: Camp provides opportunities for campers of all ages to step into leadership roles. Within a cabin campers work together to clean and aim for the clean cabin award, plan activities and make decisions on how they spend their afternoon time. All camp activity allows campers to get to know other ages and provide opportunities to lead through games and events.

Community: With no phones, televisions or video games as distractions, campers

are left to find someone to go play. Camp offers the opportunity to be active outside in a safe environment. During the non-scheduled activity time campers can find a cabin mate to play cards, make up a game, braid hair, or shoot some hoops. Meal times provide campers and staff the opportunity to sit around the table as a camp family and share stories.

So yes, camp can be hot, dirty and buggy, but camp can be a life changing experience.

I see it in myself, my camp friends, and the staff but most importantly in the campers.

Misty Luttrell is a 15-year veteran and director of overnight and family camps at Camp Fire Camp El Tesoro in Granbury. She is a former camper, counselor and camp advocate.

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2014 SUMMER CAMPS A.C.T. Aledo Camp for Theatre ‘14 9 a.m. to Noon June 9 through 13 Aledo High School Auditorium Grades K-6 Stephanie Carlberg scarlberg@aledo. k12.tx.us $125 if registered by June 4 “Performance of “Out of This World” June 13 at 6:30 p.m.

AHS Mini-Cheer Camp 9 to 11 a.m.

August 4 through 7 Daniel Ninth Grade Cafeteria Entering grades K-6 Melinda Hale at Aledo High School 817-441-8711 ext. 1312 or mhale@ aledo.k12.tx.us $75 per camper, includes camp t-shirt Learn the fundamentals of cheer and dance techniques. Registration ends July 18 to be guaranteed a tshirt. Walk-ins welcome. All money raised goes directly to the Aledo High School cheerleaders for expenses during the year.

Aledo Art Camp (1-4) 9 to 11 a.m.

June 23-26 Aledo High School 1st through 4th gandrews@aledo.k12.tx.us $85 - All proceeds go to the AHS Art Fund to buy supplies for the students. 100% non-profit.

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Aledo Art Camp (5-8) 12 to 3 p.m.

June 23-26 Aledo High School Grades 5 through 8 gandrews@aledo.k12.tx.us All proceeds go to the AHS Art Fund to buy supplies for the students.

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Aledo Cage Camp 9:30 a.m. to 4: p.m.

July 7 - 11 Aledo High School Bearcat Gymnasium Incoming grades 2 through 9 817-441-5154 or 682-365-8714 $125, add $5 for morning supervision (8-9 a.m.); add $5 for evening supervision (4-5 p.m.); add $10 for morning and evening supervision.

Session on Friday dismissed at noon.

Session begins with open gym at 9 a.m.; camp begins at 9:45 and ends at 4 p.m.

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Aledo Cooking up Fun with Literature and Science 9 a.m.- noon June 16-20 Stuard Elementary Ages 6 - 11 Dana Pittman dpittman@aledo.k12. tx.us or Kathleen Farmer kfarmer@ aledo.k12.tx.us $125 - Hands-on experiments, cooking and projects to inspire reading and science.

Aledo Cooking up Fun with Literature and Science 12:30 - 3:40 June 16-20 Stuard Elementary Ages 6 - 11 Dana Pittman dpittman@aledo.k12. tx.us or Kathleen Farmer kfarmer@ aledo.k12.tx.us $125 - Hands-on experiments, cooking and projects to inspire reading and science.

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Aledo Ladycat Hoops Camp 8 a.m.-noon June 9-12 Girls entering grades 4-9 Aledo High School gym Mike Pinkerton 817-776-7393 (mpinkerton@aledo.k12.tx.us) Cost is $100 per camper, $115 after June 3. Check in and late registration is at 7:30 a.m. June 9 in foyer of main gym.

Aledo Ladycat Volleyball Camp 8:30-11 a.m. (grades 7-9) Noon-2 p.m. (grades 3-6) July 21-24 Don Daniel Ninth Grade Center Kathy Goings 817-925-0875 (kgoings@aledo.k12.tx.us) Cost is $100 if registered by July 11; $115 at the door. Registration and check-in 30 minutes prior to each session on July 21.

The camp is to further knowledge, skills and enthusiasm toward the game of volleyball. Basic fundamentals of passing, setting, spiking, blocking and serving will be taught.

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2014 ALEDO/WEATHERFORD SUMMER CAMPS (GRADES BASED ON INCOMING FALL ‘14)

Aledo AMS PERFORMANCE COURSE (Grades 6-8) May 5-29 from 4:05pm - 5:35pm at AMS Weight Room and Field.

Cost: $170 Contact 214-383-4444, genoprc@aol. com or visit www.performancecourse. com for more information.

ALEDO YOUTH SUMMER PROGRAM (Grades 1st - 5th) Session 1 & 2: June 10-27/July 825 1:30 - 2:30pm in the Aledo HS Weight Room. Cost: $155 single session/$255 multiple sessions.

Contact 214-383-4444, genoprc@aol. com or visit www.performancecourse. com for more information.

ALEDO HIGH INTENSITY SUMMER (VARSITY & JV FOOTBALL) (Grades 10th – 12th, boys) June 11 – July 31 (no camp July 1-5) from 6:45-8:15 am in the Aledo HS Weightroom. Cost: $260 Contact 214-383-4444, genoprc@aol. com or visit www.performancecourse. com for more information.

A.C.T. ALEDO CAMP FOR THEATRE (Grades K - 6th) June 9-13: Day Camp from 9 a.m.

- 12 p.m., June 13th: Performance of “Out of this World” at 6:30 pm. The camp and performance will be held at the AHS Auditorium. Cost: $125 *Registration Deadline: June 4th **Late Registration Fee: $25

Contact Stephanie Carlberg at scarlberg@aledo.k12.tx.us or Kendall Holmes at kholmes@aledo.k12.tx.us or call 817-944-9041 MIDDLE SCHOOL THEATRE CAMP (Grades 7th - 8th) June 9-13: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., June 13: 1-5 pm Dress Rehearsal, 7:30 pm - Performance! The camp and performance will be held at the Aledo High School Auditorium. Cost: $150 *Registration Deadline: June 5th **Late Registration Fee: $25 14TH ANNUAL YOUTH SOCCER CAMP (Grades K - 9th) June 10-13 and/or June 17-20 Little Cats Session I (K – 2nd): 89:30 am, Junior Cats Session II (3rd – 5th): 9-11 am, Bearcats/Ladycats Session III (6th-9th): 9-11:30 am at the Don Daniel 9th Grade Turf Practice Field (South East corner of the high school campus) Cost: Little Cats $60, Junior Cats $70, Bearcats/Ladycats $85 *Receive a $10 discount for multiple family members **Receive a $20 discount if signing up for both weeks - (per UIL rules entering 7th-9th can only attend 1 week of camp.)

Contact Coach Derek Vierling for Bearcat Soccer at 817-312-8540 or dvierling@aledo.k12.tx.us. Contact Coach Bryan Johnson for Ladycat Soccer at 817-528-6291 or bjohnson@aledo.k12.tx.us.

GRAHAM HARRELL PASSING CAMP (Grades 6-12, boys) July 7-8 Aledo High School Football Field $225 http://www.harrellpassing.com AISD TENNIS CAMP (Ages 6 - 18) June 9-13 and June 16-20 at the Aledo High School & 9th grade tennis courts.

Ages: 6-8 (8 to 10:00am) Cost-$85 Ages 9-18 (8am to 12Noon) Cost-$135 For more information, call 817-2536715 or e-mail krichter@aledo.k12. tx.us COOKING UP FUN WITH LITERATURE AND SCIENCE (Ages 6 - 11) June 16-20 from 9– 12pm and 12:30 – 3:30 at Stuard Elementary School.

Cost: $125 Instructors: Dana Pittman dpittman@ aledo.k12.tx.us Kathleen Farmer kfarmer@aledo.k12.tx.us AISD PERFORMANCE COURSE (Grades 6th - 12th) June 16-July 31 6th – 12th, girls

8:30-10:00am

8th & 9th, boys

10:15-11:45am

6th & 7th, boys

12:00-1:15pm

Located in the Aledo HS Weightroom.

Cost: $255 Contact 214-383-4444, genoprc@aol. com or visit www.performancecourse. com for more information.

AISD ART CAMP (Grades 1st - 8th) June 23-26, 1st-4th grade from 911am and 5th-8th grade from 12-3pm.

Cost: $85 *All proceeds go to the AHS art fund to buy supplies for students. It is 100% non-proÀt!

Contact Gloria Andrews gandrews@ aledo.k12.tx.us ALEDO CAGE CAMP (Grades 2nd - 9th, Boys) July 7-11 at the Aledo High School Bearcat Gymnasium.

Cost: $120 Contact 817-441-5154 or 682-3658714 for more information.

Learn the fundamentals of basketball from AISD Coaches and Players.

Camp T-shirt, camp ball and awards will be given. Lunch is not included.

LADYCAT VOLLEYBALL (Grades 4th-9th, girls) July 21-24 8:30am-11:00am (7th-9th graders) 12:00pm-2:00pm (3rd-6th graders) at the Don Daniel 9th grade center.

Cost: $100 *Registration Deadline: July 11 **Late Registration: $115 at the door Each camper will receive a volleyball.

Contact Kathy Goings, Camp Director (817) 925-0875 or KGoings@aledo. k12.tx.us BEARCAT FOOTBALL CAMP (Grades 3rd - 9th) August 4-7 from 9:00–11:30 am at the Aledo High School Football Practice Fields. Cost: $100 *Family Rate: $140 for two, $180 for three or more Contact (817) 441-5152 or Fax # (817) 441-1974

AHS MINI-CHEER CAMP (Grades K - 6) August 4-7 from 9:00am-11:00am at the Daniel Ninth Grade Cafeteria.

Cost: $75 *Includes camp T-shirt and $10 fee charged by AISD. **Registration ends July 26 to be guaranteed a t-shirt. Walk-ins welcome.

For more information, call AHS at 817-441-8711 ext.1312 or email Melinda Hale mhale@aledo.k12.tx.us

Weatherford WEATHERFORD COMMUNITY EDUCATION CO-ED VOLLEYBALL June 6-July 18; no games 7-4 Ages 5 - 13 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com WEATHERFORD COMMUNITY EDUCATION CPR & FIRST AID July 14 Great for those summer babysitting jobs!

For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com WEATHERFORD COMMUNITY EDUCATION LEGO CAMP July 14-18 Ages 4-7 and 8-12 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com WEATHERFORD COMMUNITY EDUCATION GIRLS VOLLEYBALL CAMP July 21-24 Grades 2-5 and 6-8 For more information or to register,

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WEATHERFORD COMMUNITY EDUCATION BARBIE CAMP July 21-25 Ages 4-8 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com Registration Deadline is May 15.

WEATHERFORD COMMUNITY EDUCATION FASHION DESIGNER CAMP July 21-25 Ages 8-12 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com WEATHERFORD COMMUNITY JUMPSTART KINDERGARTEN July 21-25 Ages 4-6 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com

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June 9-26 Aledo High School Weight Room Grades 1 - 5 Geno Pierce at genopierce@performancecourse.com or www.performancecourse.com Single Session $155, Multiple Session $255 Aledo Youth Performance Course Session 2 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

July 7-24 Aledo High School Weight Room Grades 1 - 5 Geno Pierce at genopierce@performancecourse.com or www.performancecourse.com Performance Course #1 6:45 to 8:15 a.m.

June 16-July 31 Aledo High School Weight Room

Males entering grades 10-12 Geno Pierce at genopierce@performancecourse.com or www.performancecourse.com $240 or $260 after May 1 Performance Course #2 8:30 to 10 a.m.

June 16-July 31 Aledo High School Weight Room Females entering grades 6-12 Geno Pierce at genopierce@performancecourse.com or www.performancecourse.com $235 or $255 after May 1 Performance Course #3 10:15 to 11:45 a.m.

June 16-July 31 Aledo High School Weight Room Males entering grades 8-9 Geno Pierce at genopierce@performancecourse.com or www.performancecourse.com $235 or $255 after May 1 Performance Course #4 Noon to 1:15 p.m.

June 16-July 31 Aledo High School Weight Room Males entering grades 6-7 Geno Pierce at genopierce@performancecourse.com or www.performancecourse.com $235 or $255 after May 1 Spring Middle School Performance Course 4:05 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.

May 5-29 $170 Recommended for male and female athletes grades 6, 7 and 8 Geno Pierce at genopierce@performancecourse.com or www.performancecourse.com.

High-Intensity Performance Course 6:45-8:15 a.m.

June 11 – July 31 Aledo High School Weight Room Recommended for boys grades 10-12 $260 Geno Pierce at genopierce@performancecourse.com or www.performancecourse.com.

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Bearcat Baseball Camp 8-10 a.m. (grades 2-6; first graders may attend with prior approval) 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (grades 7-9) June 10-13 Aledo Bearcat Baseball Stadium 7th through 9th grade Chad Barry at 817-691-1988 or Chris O’Donnell at 817-688-6350 or codonnell@aledo.k12.tx.us $75 per camper for pre-registration, $85 per camper for late registration after May 31, and $10 discount for multiple family members.

Purpose of camp is to have fun while introducing the basic fundamentals of baseball in drills designed to teach fielding, throwing, hitting and base running. A skills competition and end-of-camp round-robin tournament will be held to demonstrate the skills learned.

Bearcat Bouncers Camp 9 a.m. to Noon June 9-13 Stuard Elementary Gym

Incoming Grades 2-5 Janie Baucum 817-441-5103 $90 3-5 graders will be eligible for the 2012 TOT Performance Teams Bearcat Football Camp 9 am- 11:30 a.m. (grades 3-6) 5-7:30 p.m. (grades 7-9) Aug. 4-7 Aledo High School football practice fields 817-441-5152; fax, 817-441-1974 Cost is $100 per camper with family rates of $140 for two campers and $180 for three. Registration deadline to get name on shirt is July 18.

Bearcat/Split Rail Golf Camp 8:30- 11:30 a.m.

June 25-27 Ages 10-16 $100 Call Joe Henshaw at Split Rail for registration and information: 817-4414653.

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Bearcat Tennis Camp 8-10 a.m. (ages 6-8) 8 a.m.-noon (ages 9-18) June 9-13 June 16-20 Aledo High School and Daniel 9th Tennis Courts Ages 6-8 Karl Richter 817-253-6715 or krichter@aledo.k12.tx.us $85 Purpose of camp is to introduce and get kids excited about playing “the sport of a lifetime”. Basic fundamentals of the serve, forehand, backhand, volley and overhead will be taught by Aledo High School Tennis Coach Barbara Russell and USPTA Pro-1 certified Karl Richter and their staff.

Coach Derek Vierling at 817-3128540 or Coach Bryan Johnson at 817528-6291 $60

Bearcat/Ladycat Soccer Camp Little Cats Session I 8 to 9:30 a.m.

Week 1: June 9-12 and/or Week 2: June 16-19 Aledo High School Entering Grades K-2

Bearcat/Ladycat Soccer Camp Session III 9 to 11:30 a.m.

Week 1: June 9-12 and/or Week 2: June 16-19 Aledo High School Entering Grades 6 through Incoming

Bearcat/Ladycat Soccer Camp Junior Cats Session II 9 to 11 a.m.

Week 1: June 9-12 and/or Week 2: June 16-19 Aledo High School Entering Grades 3-5 Coach Derek Vierling at 817-3128540 or Coach Bryan Johnson at 817528-6291 $70 Receive a $10 discount if siblings sign up together. Receive a $20 discount if you register for both weeks of camp (only one discount per family)

Freshmen Coach Derek Vierling at 817-312-8540 or Coach Bryan Johnson at 817528-6291 $85 *Incoming 7th, 8th, and 9th graders can only attend one week of camp per UIL rules.* Receive a $10 discount if siblings sign up together.

Receive a $20 discount if you register for both weeks of camp (only one discount per family) ALL SOCCER CAMPS: Late registration is $10 late fee after June 3 or June 10. Pre-registration guarantees t-shirt. There is also a $20 discount if signing up for both weeks. Items needed are shin guards, labeled bottle of water and a labeled age-appropriate ball.

COVER PHOTO: Jillian Gibson of Aledo admires her new butterfly face paint at the Kelly Miller Circus, which visited Aledo in March.

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Camp Fire Camps in Parker County

From spring break and summer day camps to after school, Camp Fire First Texas has programs where your child will learn in the outdoors, make new friends, discover their spark and thrive. ơ Ƥ ǡ a variety of activities to keep kids happy and active.

Children participate in recreational activities, arts, swimming, nature study and service projects.

Join us at one of these Parker County programs: • Spring Break Day Camp • Summer Day Camp • Winter Break Day Camp • After School Program (currently in AISD elementary schools)

SUMMER FUN! GYMNASTICS, CHEER AND FUN DAY CAMPS! TRAMPOLINE, CRAFTS AND OTHER ACTIVITIES. CALL FOR MORE INFO: 817-899-6681

Learn more or REGISTER your child today!

CampFireFW.org or 817-831-2111

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BROCK CAMPS - CALL FOR DATES Brock Boys Strength and Conditioning Program Brock Junior High Weightroom and Football Field Incoming Grades 9-12 Chad Worrell at 817-594-3195 or cworrell@brockisd.net $100 per athlete 5 camps available; Build speed and strength and maintain conditioning.

Brock Boys Strength and Conditioning Program Brock Junior High Weightroom and Football Field Incoming Grades 7-8 Chad Worrell at 817-594-3195 or cworrell@brockisd.net $100 per athlete 5 camps available; Build speed and strength and maintain conditioning.

Brock High School Baseball Camp Brock High School Baseball Field Kindergarten - 5th Grade

Chad Massey at 817-597-5572 Pre-registered Campers: $75. Walk Up Registration: $90. Pitching Camp $15.

Each Camper will receive a Brock Baseball Camp T-Shirt, Individual Instruction, plus many individual prizes will be awarded. Pitching, hitting, base running, defensive fielding, and other aspects of the game will be covered.

Brock High School Baseball Camp Brock High School Baseball Field 6th grade - Incoming Freshmen Chad Massey at 817-597-5572 Pre-registered Campers: $75. Walk Up Registration: $90. Pitching Camp $15.

Each Camper will receive a Brock Baseball Camp T-Shirt, Individual Instruction, plus many individual prizes will be awarded. Pitching, hitting, base running, defensive fielding, and other aspects of the game will be covered.

Brock High School Baseball Camp - Pitching Brock High School Baseball Field All Ages Chad Massey at 817-597-5572 Pre-registered Campers: $75. Walk Up Registration: $90. Pitching Camp $15.

Each Camper will receive a Brock Baseball Camp T-Shirt, Individual Instruction, plus many individual prizes will be awarded. Pitching, hitting, base running, defensive fielding, and other aspects of the game will be covered.

Brock Tennis Academy Beginners (ages 4-5) Kevin Folse kfolse@brockisd.net 682472-6487 $30 - $75, depending on level 4 full tennis camp. Lessons also available Monday evenings on a drop-in basis.

Brock Tennis Academy Boot Camp High school and top middle school players.

Ages 3 Years Old through “going into” 6th grade welcome!

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Kevin Folse kfolse@brockisd.net 682472-6487 $100 Lessons also available Monday evenings on a drop-in basis.

Camp Fire Summer Day Camp Parker County 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday - Friday June 9 - August 15 Vandagriff Elementary Grades K-8 www.CampFireFW.org $135 per week, drop in rates available/ $30 registration fee or $50 for family Weekly field trips, theme weeks, and a variety of activities.

Camp Fire USA El Tesoro de la Vida Grief Camp Sessions Available June 8 - July 18th 7710 Fall Creek Hwy, Granbury, TX 76049 on 223 acre site on the Brazos River Ages 6-17 www.CampElTesoro.org Please see www.CampElTesoro.

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Scholarships available. No registration deadline Boys and girls who have experienced the death of a loved one.

90 percent traditional camp activities such as canoeing, hiking, etc.

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Camp Fire USA El Tesoro Overnight Camp June 8 - July 18th 7710 Fall Creek Hwy, Granbury, TX 76049 on 223 acre site on the Brazos River Grades 1 - 10 www.CampElTesoro.org $395-$595 per week, scholarships available For boys and girls. Outdoor adventures, swimming, canoeing and more.

Range of options from 4 day to 13 day sessions.

Camp Fire USA El Tesoro Equestrian Camp July 20-25 7710 Fall Creek Hwy, Granbury, TX 76049 on 223 acre site on the Brazos River Grades 4-10 www.CampElTesoro.org $680 Focus on beginner and intermediate level horsemanship skills.

Camp Fire USA El Tesoro Nature Day Camp 7:30 a.m. - 6 pm 7710 Fall Creek Hwy, Granbury, TX 76049 on 223 acre site on the Brazos River

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The East Parker County Library kicked off its “Dig Into Reading” program with “Reptiles That DIG.” Children were informed and entertained by turtles and snakes brought from the Fort Worth Nature Center.

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teammate Shelby Elliott runs alongside her. | (bottom) Justin Weeks dribbles down the field while Tanner Vancurren chases after him. | Will Sisk kicks the

Photos, clockwise from top right: Presenter Mike Perez shows the children a baby Hognose snake. | Children raise their hand to answer Mike Perez’s question about the reptiles. | Anna Campbell looks in awe at the Hognose snake. | Clare Fernandez wants her sister, Helen Fernandez’s, seat for a better view of the snake. | Emma Miller relaxes and watches the turtle presentation. | Grady Gilliam sits with his mom, Meagan Gilliam, during the reptile presentation.

ball high in the air. | Josie Bush controls the ball down the field so she can score a goal. | A group of the kids run after the ball together. | Wyatt Stewart runs after Brett Barclay in order to assist him with scoring a goal.

Top: Hayden Bailey jumped at the opportunity to help the clowns show pictures from the book to his fellow readers. | Far left: The Ringling Brothers clowns read to the group. | Near left: Aiden Stone giggles as the clowns jumped and played around the front of the reading area.

The East Parker County Library hosted two clowns through the Ringling Brothers’ “Reading with Ringling” program on Monday, June 17. The clowns shared “If I Ran the Circus” by Dr. Seuss with the children.

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Aledo Church of Christ Grades 1-12 Christy Collard 817-944-9041, centerstagetheatre1@gmail.com $320/Early Drop off fee $50/$25 per student discount Seussical Jr. The Musical Performances: June 26, 27, 28 @7 p.m.

Kids are welcome here. *Sunglasses not required

Culinary Camp (Grades 2-4) 10 a.m. to Noon June 16 - August 7 The Parson’s Table in Aledo for kids who have completed grades 2 through 4 For more information call 817-4412650.

Cost is $135 and includes supplies, cookbook and a t-shirt. $75 nonrefundable deposit; balance due on the first day of class.

Meeting at The Banquet Hall of Tucker Red’s in Willow Park ~ Service @ 10:30am, Brunch @ 10am

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Culinary Camp (Grades 5-7) 2 to 4 p.m.

June 16 - August 7 The Parson’s Table in Aledo Kids who have completed grades 5 through 7 For more information call 817-4412650.

Cost is $125 and includes supplies, cookbook and a t-shirt. $50 nonrefundable deposit; balance due on the first day of class.

Diamond Hill Station Day Camp June 10 - August 15 2001 E Loraine St, Fort Worth Ages 4-14 www.CampFireFW.org or call 817-8312111 Call for pricing Affordable, full-day camp of recreational activities, arts, swimming, nature study and field trips to local attractions.

The Church at the Crossing Kidz Kamp June 13-17 Riverbend Retreat Center, Glen Rose, Texas Completed Grades 3-6 http://crossingaledo.com/ ConnectMe/StudentMinistry.aspx $260

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The Church at the Crossing Centrifuge Camp June 15-21 Glorita, New Mexico Completed 7-12 http://crossingaledo.com/ ConnectMe/StudentMinistry.aspx $450 Graham Harrell Passing Camp 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

July 7-8 Aledo High School Football Field Entering 6 - 12 grades www.harrellpassing.com $225 Fizz! Boom! READ! - East Parker County Library Reading Program June 3 - August 15 10 a.m.

Sign up during May at the East Parker County Library, 201 FM 1187 North in Aledo. 817-441-6545 Impact Athletics Summer Camp 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Impact Athletic Training Center Ages 4 and older impactathletictc.com or call 817899-6681 $175 per week or $40 per day plus $10 registration; discounts for siblings Snack and drink provided, bring a sack lunch Impact Athletics Summer Camp 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

June 9 - August 22 Impact Athletic Training Center Ages 3 and older impactathletictc.com or call 817899-6681 $125 per week or $35 per day plus $10 registration; discounts for siblings Snack and drink provided Impact Athletics Cheerleading Camp Full Day July 7-11 Impact Athletic Training Center impactathletictc.com or call 817899-6681

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$200 Tumbling, trampoline, stunts, jumps, and cheer technique; campers bring their own lunch Impact Athletics Competitive Gymnastics Camp Full Day August 4-8 Impact Athletic Training Center impactathletictc.com or call 817899-6681 $250 Each athlete must be evaluated before registering for this camp.

Athletes will be assigned by the level the athlete would be in gymnastics (level 1-8); Athletes bring own lunch Leonard Golf Links Camp 9 a.m. to Noon June 9-August 11 Leonard Golf Links boys and girls ages 5-15 For more information call 817-5600200 or visit www.leonardgolflinks. com.

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Weekly Camps with small student to teacher ratios, snacks, games and prizes.

McAnally Intermediate Rookie Camp 9 to 11:30 a.m.

August 14 for incoming 5th grade/ August 15 for incoming 6th grade McAnally Intermediate School 5th and 6th Grades Information and Sign-Up form will be mailed home to all Aledo 4th and 5th graders. Also visit Aledo ISD website Information and Sign-Up Forms will be mailed home to all Aledo 5th graders the first week of May Middle School Theatre Camp 9 a.m. to Noon June 9-13 Aledo High School Auditorium Grades 7-8 Stephanie Carlberg scarlberg@ aledo.k12.tx.us or Kendall Holmes kholmes@aledo.k12.tx.us

$150 if registered by June 6/late registration $25 at the door.

Dress Rehearsal June 13, 1-5pm, 7:30 p.m. performance! The camp and performance will be held at the Aledo High School Auditorium. Cost $150. Registration deadline June 5th.

Late Registration Fee: $25.00 Reading Friends “Animal Planet” 9 a.m. to Noon June 3 - 5 Reading Friends in Aledo ages 2 through 7 For more information call Diane Taylor at 817 441 6060 $100 Space is limited.

Reading Friends “Back to School Bootcamp” 9 a.m. to Noon August 12 - 14 Reading Friends in Aledo ages 2 through 7 For more information call Diane Taylor at 817-441-6062 $100 Space is limited.

TCA Debate Camp 1 to 3 p.m.

July 7-10 Trinity Christian Academy Entering Grades 7th-9th Kim Wheat at 817-441-5897 or wheat@tcaeagles.org $75

Reading Friends “Our World” 9 a.m. to Noon June 10 - 12 Reading Friends in Aledo ages 2 through 7 For more information call Diane Taylor at 817 441 6061 $100 Space is limited.

TCA Eagle Squad 9 - 11:30 a.m.

July 28-31 Trinity Christian Academy Entering Pre K - 5 grade Kim Wheat at 817-441-5897 or wheat@tcaeagles.org $170

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TCA Football Camp 8 - 10 a.m.

June 9-13 Trinity Christian Academy Entering grades 7th-12th Kim Wheat at 817-441-5897 or wheat@tcaeagles.org $120 TCA Kids in the Kitchen 9:30 a.m. - noon July 7-10 Trinity Christian Academy Entering grades 2nd - 5th Kim Wheat at 817-441-5897 or wheat@tcaeagles.org $100 Campers will learn basic cooking skills, experiment with new foods, and have fun in the kitchen TCA Camp Read-A-Lot 10 a.m. - noon June 2-26 Monday-Thursday Trinity Christian Academy Entering Grades 1-3 Kim Wheat at 817-441-5897 or wheat@tcaeagles.org $250 Campers will reinforce and build reading skills through fun and engaging activities. Deadline for registration is May 1 TCA Girls Softball 8 - 9:30 a.m.

June 16-19 Trinity Christian Academy Entering Grades 6th - 12th Kim Wheat at 817-441-5897 or wheat@tcaeagles.org $90 TCA Lady Eagles Volleyball Noon to 2:30 June 9-12 Trinity Christian Academy Entering Grades 6th-8th Kim Wheat at 817-441-5897 or wheat@tcaeagles.org $100 TCA Lady Eagles Volleyball 9 - 11:30 a.m.

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VBS Aledo Church of Christ 7-8:30 p.m.

July 27-30 Aledo Church of Christ Nursery through adults. All are welcome. For questions or to register call 817-441-8074 or e-mail aledocofc@ sbcglobal.net.

No cost or registration deadline.

VBS Aledo United Methodist Church 9 a.m. to noon and 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Mornings June 23-27; Evenings June 22-26 Aledo United Methodist Church Ages pre-K through Grade 4 Trudy Smith, Director of Children and Family Ministries - 817-4418329 - or visit the church website for details: www.aledoumc.org Pre-registration is required “Discovery’s Everywhere Fun Fair.”

All Aledo families and friends are invited to attend.”

VBS The Church at the Crossing 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

June 23-26 The Church at the Crossing Ages 3 years and potty trained to 6th grade.

817-441-8885 No cost Registration begins April 13th. 7th12th grades may volunteer as helpers.

VBS Faith Presbyterian 6-8 p.m.

July 21-24 Faith Presbyterian Church - Aledo 817-441-6262 or www.faithaledo.com VBS First Baptist Church of Willow Park Evenings July 7-11 First Baptist Church of Willow Park Ages: 2 years old as of Jan. 1, 2012 grade 6 Betsy Denny 817-441-7170 Theme: Kingdom Rock Weatherford Community Education Co-Ed Volleyball June 6-July 18; no games 7-4 Ages 5 - 13 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com

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Weatherford Community Education CPR & First Aid July 14 Great for those summer babysitting jobs!

For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com Weatherford Community Education Lego Camp July 14-18 Ages 4-7 and 8-12 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com Weatherford Community Education Girls Volleyball Camp July 21-24 Grades 2-5 and 6-8 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com Weatherford Community Education Football Camp Call for dates For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com Registration Deadline is May 15.

Weatherford Community Education Barbie Camp July 21-25 Ages 4-8 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com Registration Deadline is May 15.

Weatherford Community Education Fashion Designer Camp July 21-25 Ages 8-12 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com Weatherford Community Jumpstart Kindergarten July 21-25 Ages 4-6 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com

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Weatherford Community Learning with Hot Wheels June 30-July 3 Ages 4 - 7 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com Weatherford Community Education Strength & Conditioning Camp For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com Weatherford Community Education Learning with Play Dog June 30-July 3 Ages 4-7 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com Weatherford Community Education Gifted and Talented Expressions June 30-July 3 Ages 4-7 and 8-12 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http://

comed.weatherfordisd.com Weatherford Community Look at Me, I’m an Author June 30-July 3 Ages 5-7 and 8-12 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com Weatherford Community Education Driver Education June 16-July 14 (no class 6/30-7/4) Ages 15-17 For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com Weatherford Community Education Archery Camp Call for dates For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com Weatherford Community Education Cooking and Baking Camp Call for dates

For more information or to register, call 817-598-2806 or visit http:// comed.weatherfordisd.com Weatherford ISD Kids Unite Summer Camp 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

June 4 - August 9 Bill Wright Elementary Entering kindergarten - 8th grade 817-598-2806 Weekly fee $120 Breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks, field trips, daily swim and t-shirt included.

Call or email to verify camp times, dates and costs

The

S Nshine PRESCHOOL

Upscale Children’s Boutique 106 Austin Ave., Ste. 100 Weatherford, Texas

at Willow Park

…a ministry of First Baptist Willow Park

Now registering for fall 2014-15

(On the square next to Fire Oak Grill)

817-594-7727 Tuesday - Friday ~ 10:00 - 5:30 Saturday ~ 10:00 - 4:00 Come Join Us!

Tuesdays & Thursdays, September to May 9:00 am - 2:30 pm For kids ages 1 to Pre-K (as of 9-1-14) Stretch N Grow Music Spanish (3 & 4 Year Olds) Monthly Theme Days and Monthly Color Days Wee Learn Curriculum - all classes

Tea Parties for Birthdays, Special Occasions or Just for Fun in our private party area.

Now offering Baby Showers and Registry.

Other Curriculums: Handwriting Without Tears, Frog Street Press and Mailbox

Call for details!

across from Fire & Police Station 601 Ranch House Road thesonshinepreschool.org 817-441-7170 Email: pmnunnery@att.net

The Community News

All About Kids

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It’s all about community Moritz Dealerships are proud sponsors of local youth and family activities, and appreciate the support of the community in these worthy causes.

Moritz Chevrolet Ride for Heroes • Moritz Kia Soccer Tournament • Holiday Classic Basketball Tournament • Thanksgiving Trot • Aledo Business Development Group Clay Shoot • Bearcat Runners Club • Marva Collins Awards

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2, 2014

All About Kids

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