October 14, 2009

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/CTOBER IS $OMESTIC 6IOLENCE !WARENESS -ONTH FUNDRAISER PLANNED TO BENElT 7OMEN S #ENTER ZK Homes has partnered with the Fort Bend County Women’s Center and its board of directors to bring awareness against domestic violence during October Domestic Violence Awareness Month. ZK Homes is

hosting a reception on October 22 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in The Enclave at Lake Pointe located in First Colony, Sugar Land, to kick-off the Women’s Center’s largest fundraiser, Boogie.

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WHAT IS RSV? Respiratory synctial virus (RSV) is a virus that infects the respiratory tract. Almost all children are infected with this virus by 2 or 3 years of age.

Adults are also susceptible to infection with RSV. The virus typically affects the lower part of the lungs of infants and young children, and the upper respiratory tract of older children and adults. The elderly and persons with a compromised immune system also may experience infection of the lower respiratory tract. The virus can be spread from person to person, or from contact with the surface of a contaminated object, such as a toy. Signs and symptoms include shortness of breath, wheezing, cough, and runny nose.

The sinuses and ears also may be affected. The fall and winter seasons are typically the time of year with the highest rates of infection with RSV, especially in infants born prematurely.

Due to the increased risk for severe complications in certain persons, several preventative measures are recommended. Frequent hand-washing is recommended to help prevent infection. Avoidance of exposure to tobacco smoke is also recommended for prevention of RSV. Beta-agonist bronchodilator medications, such as albuterol, may be used to alleviate wheezing. Palivizumab (Synagis) is a monoclonal antibody that is used for RSV prevention in children with increased risk for severe infection.

recruit volunteers to help with the event and garner support for the Women’s Center and its programs during October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month. An elegant array of hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be provided. Guests will receive additional information on Boogie opportunities available and support programs rendered by the agency. “Dealing with the alarming rise of assault cases during this year and the down economy has made it quite challenging for the Women’s Center, says Vita Goodell, executive director of the Women’s Center.

ZK Homes owner, Lee

Zieben and marketing director Paul Silverman want to continue their mission in supporting and focusing on healthy environments and lifestyles which is the focal point of the Women’s Center’s mission.

Volunteers are needed. If you are interested in receiving more information about the Women’s Center or interested in volunteering for the Boogie event, please join us on October 22 – spouses, guests, and friends are welcomed. To RSVP and receive more details, call 281.344.5757 or go to www. fortbendwomenscenter.org or 3HOWN ARE 7OMEN S #ENTER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 6ITA 'OODELL FAR LEFT AND email boogie@fortbendwomen BOARD MEMBER $EBBIE -ARCELL FAR RIGHT WELCOME MARKETING DIRECTOR scenter.org.

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4ICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR TH !NNUAL 4EXIAN -ARKET $AYS Tickets are now on sale for the 26th Annual Texian Market Days Festival. The festival will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 24 at the George Ranch Historical Park.

For the past 25 years, Texian Market Days has showcased Texas’ rich history by presenting a vivid picture of the early 1830s through the 1940s.

Costumed interpreters and volunteers will be stationed throughout the Park demonstrating what life was like in a time before running water and electricity. This year’s celebration will include music, children’s activities, live entertainment,

food, arts and crafts vendors and the Texian Time Machine—a hands-on, role-playing educational outreach program of the Fort Bend Museum.

Visitors can also enjoy the lighter side of history with lively music and entertainment from Dr. Bushrod’s Medicine Show.

Advance tickets will be available through October 21 and cost $8 for adults and $4 for children ages five through 15.

Children age four and under are free. Tickets at the gate will cost $10 for adults and $5 for children.

Tickets can be purchased at the: George Ranch Historical

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THE WAY IT WAS MEANT TO BE Introducing Select Senior Clinics, a medical practice devoted exclusively to the needs of Medicare beneficiaries. Select Senior Clinics is a comprehensive primary care clinic dedicated to senior healthcare and wellness.

They understand the health and lifestyle issues facing today’s seniors. Their focus is much broader than simply treating your illness. They take a comprehensive approach to your healthcare that includes fitness, nutrition, and personal enrichment. Their goal is to

help you live longer and healthier.

Select Senior Clinic - Sugar Land is located at 12221 South Kirkwood, Suite 100, Meadows Place. They offer complimentary seminars, wellness center, nutritional counseling, and informational brochures.

The Sugar Land location will offer free flu shots to Seniors on Saturday, October 17, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

For more information about Select Senior Clinics please call 713-234-7384.

Park, 10215 F.M. 762, Richmond, Texas, (281) 3430218; Fort Bend Museum, 500 Houston Street, Richmond,

&")3$ TO HOST !CADEMY %XPO Fort Bend ISD will host an Academy Expo on Monday, October 26, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Wheeler Field House located at 16403 Lexington Blvd. in Sugar Land adjacent to Mercer Stadium.

The district is continuing its plans for a comprehensive academy program to be housed in each of the district’s high schools, as well as select middle schools, over the next few years.

Academies are personalized, small learning communities that function within a larger high school with a mixture of career and academic classes offered to students. Enrollment of approximately 400 students is eventually anticipated for each academy.

Students attending academies generally take more advanced courses in their areas of specialization and have the opportunity to earn college credit.

The event will give current fifth- and eighth-grade students and their parents and/or guardians the opportunity to learn about the academies and the application process, and current tenth-grade students and

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All year long at The Brookwood Community, adults with functional disabilities create unique candles, ceramics, garden sculptures, screen-printed and stone-cast items, and more, learning new skills and enhancing their self-esteem. In October, their handcrafted creations — many of them one of a kind — will be showcased at a trio of holiday markets open to the public. Proceeds from the events will help fund programs for the Brookwood citizens.

The October schedule includes: • Heavenly Holidays Market — Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 15-17, from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. daily at Westminster United Methodist Church, 5801 San Felipe, Houston, TX 77057 • St. Martin’s Joy of Giving Market — Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 6 p.m.- 9 p.m. (Preview Party) and Wednesday-

Texas, (281) 342-6478; and Fort Bend County Museum Association, 410 Jackson Street, Richmond, (281) 342-1256.

Thursday, Oct. 21-22, from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. daily at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church, 717 Sage Rd., Houston, TX 77056 • Hearts & Hands Holiday Market — Monday, Oct. 26, from 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. (Preview Party); Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; and Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Memorial Drive United Methodist Church, 12955 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079.

The Brookwood Community is located at 1752 FM 1489 in Brookshire, Texas. Founded in 1985, it is a God-centered, notfor-profit residential community designed to provide adults with functional disabilities an enhanced life and opportunities for vocational, social, emotional and spiritual growth.

For more information, call 281-375-2100.

their parents will be able to learn about the International Baccalaureate (IB) Academy.

Representatives from each of the schools listed below will present a brief update about the academies and the application process.

2010-2011 Academies by school, program and enrollment grades: • Bush High School – International Business and Marketing Academy for current eighth-grade students • Clements High School – Global Languages Academy for current eighth-grade students • Dulles High School – Math and Science Academy for current eighth-grade students • Elkins High School – Engineering Academy for current eighth-grade students • Hightower High School – Medical Sciences Academy, and Telecommunications and Electronic Media Academy for eighth-grade students • Marshall High School – International Baccalaureate (IB) Academy for current tenthgrade students and Pre-IB for current eighth-grade students; and Electrical Engineering Academy for current eighthgrade students • Willowridge High School – Emerging Technology Academy (Gaming/3D) for current eighthgrade students • High School #11 – Early College Academy for current eighth-grade students • Quail Valley Middle School – Gifted and Talented Academy for current fifth-grade students • Missouri City Middle School – International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (candidate school) for current fifthgrade students Students and families who are not able to attend the Academy Expo may obtain an application packet from their guidance counselor. Also, freshmen may still apply to academies during the fall of their ninth-grade year.

For general information about the academy programs, please call 281-634-1129 or email Jeannette.Spain@fortbendisd. com. For updated information about the Academy Programs, go to the district’s website at: www.fortbendisd.com.

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