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KATY ELKS SOCCER SHOOT BOASTS SIBLING WINNERS Saturday, September 14 was a very exciting day for sibling winners in the Katy Elks Lodge Soccer Shoot. Winning first place in the 7 and Under girls category was Kendall Grimes. This was her second Soccer Shoot win, as she did the same two years ago at age 5. Kendall’s brother won the 7 and Under boys division. This was his first outing as a contestant shooter. Both became eligible to compete at the district competition being held at Clear Lake Elks Lodge in September. Winners at district will advance to the State finals at the Elks Children’s Services Center at Ottine, between Lulling and Gonzales in October. th

The Soccer Shoot involves shooting three balls (after one warm-up shot) at five different sized goals from a set distance. Points are then awarded for each successful shot with increasing points awarded as the goals become smaller and more difficult.

GULF COAST DISTRICT ELKS ASSIST IN HOUSTON ANNUAL VETERANS’ STAND DOWN The rains of Friday, September 20, 2013 could not put a damper on the activities of the Houston Veterans Affairs sponsored Stand Down at Emancipation Park in Houston.

As is the practice each year, the Gulf Coast District Elks lodges participate by supplying and serving meals to all the homeless Veterans who come to the park for the event, as well as volunteers there to help. Approximately 300-350 people were served a noon meal.

Some of the services offered to homeless Veterans on this day include medical exams, job advice, gifts of backpacks or other supplies, legal advice and of course, a barbeque lunch and sack lunches to take away for later provided by area Elks.

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Elks from three of the area lodges were present on Friday to serve the food and provide an encouraging smile to those who greatly needed it. Clear Lake, Houston and Katy Elks lodges were represented at the Stand Down. Prior preparation of the meat and purchasing of supplies needed was handled by members of the Houston Elks Lodge, with their Auxiliary preparing sandwiches for the sack lunches. The motto: “Elks Care - Elks Share” was quite apparent.

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Although this day may help some of the immediate needs of those Veterans who need us most, for many it can become the beginning of the road to independence and self-support through a number of the services provided on this important day each year. Some assistance is available for rent, employment and job finding in addition to the above-mentioned medical and legal assistance.

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LOCAL VETERAN GROUPS MEET If you are an honorably discharged War Time Veteran or currently serving on active duty and want to associate yourself with fellow Veterans, please consider joining one of the following groups. (Each organization has its own requirements for membership.)

AMERICAN LEGION: The Jonathan D. Rozier Post 164 of Katy Texas meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, at 7 PM at the Katy Elks Lodge #2628, at 1050 Katy-Ft. Bend Road, Katy TX. Meetings start promptly at 7:30 PM. The American Legion is the largest war time Veteran’s organization in the nation and invites all eligible Veterans to join. Proud sponsor of the American Legion Boy’s State Program. Greg Clock, Post Commander. Visit us at www.

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VFW: The Floyd E. Breedlove Post 9182 of Katy Texas meets the first Monday of each month at the VFW Hall on George Bush Dr. in “Old Town Katy.” Meetings begin with a covered dish dinner at 6:30 PM, followed by the business meetings of the VFW and Ladies Auxiliary at 7:30 PM. David Brasell, Commander. Ladies Auxiliary President, Karon Cramer.

MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART: Tri-County Chapter 723 of the MOPH meets the third Thursday of each month at the Katy Fire Station on Ave. D in Old Town Katy. Ed O’Neal, Commander.

Additional information is available through the Veterans Memorial Museum at: 281-391-VETS (8387).

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THANKSGIVING ON A BUDGET Go for What’s in Season When planning your meal, first consult the calendar. This is no time for asparagus and artichokes. Buy produce in season and you will get much more for your money, not to mention livelier flavors. Brussels sprouts are at their peak in late November; farmers’ markets should have them in huge quantities, still on their stalks. (Serving them sliced rather than whole not only makes them more tantalizing but also helps them go further.) Fresh herbs have become available all year round, so it can be a better deal to buy a bunch rather than an expensive jar of the dried kind - fresh sage might be $1.99 compared with $6.50 for half an ounce dried, which could go stale by the next time you need it.

Buy a Supermarket Bird In an ideal world we would all be eating heritage turkeys.

They have outstanding texture and flavor and when we buy them, we help preserve unique breeds. But they are anything but a bargain: A 12 to 14 pound bird, which feeds eight, from Heritage Foods USA goes for $159 including shipping or more than $10 a pound. Supermarket turkeys can be fine alternatives for less than $2 a pound. Just be sure to buy a free-range or organic turkey rather than an industrial one injected with flavored oil. Plus, brining will add flavor and improve texture in even the least expensive birds, all for about $2.29 for a big box of kosher salt, an ingredient that can be used to season the rest of the meal.

Start From Scratch Some convenience foods are often ridiculously cheap, loaded as they are with high-fructose corn syrup and chemicals, yet they rarely taste better than homemade. To cut costs and ensure the tastiest of feasts, make your own piecrust, cranberry sauce and gravy rather than opening up a box or can. Instead of paying $8 for a single loaf from an artisanal bakery, bake up some dinner rolls with yeast, butter and flour for a little over $7. A bakery-bought pecan pumpkin pie can go for upwards of $50, but a homemade version will run you $15 and $5 less if you omit the pecans.

Know When to Buy Canned or Frozen Some canned and frozen foods are fine alternatives to fresh.

Canned pumpkin is one of the great American ingredients and the generic brands are as good as premium labels. You could make a pie using a fresh pumpkin for $5, but you would wind up with a more watery filling than one made from a $2.49 can. And frozen vegetables can be both superior to and cheaper than out-of-season fresh ones; a bag of Cascadian

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Don’t Be a Slave to a Recipe If you don’t want to spring for three kinds of herbs in your soup or stuffing, choose one. Or none. Nothing but salt and pepper is ever really indispensable. Substitute water for canned stock in a soup; use a slurry of flour and water to thicken your pan gravy rather than making turkey stock. Instead of investing in a can of shortening for a piecrust, substitute butter for the two tablespoons needed in the recipe. The great thing about Thanksgiving is that the whole really is much more than the parts. Cut corners where you have to and all anyone will notice in the end is a heaping plate.

Make It a Potluck Don’t be embarrassed to ask for help. People are happy to pitch in and bring a dish or two and potlucks are trendy right now. Wine is not included in the budget here, so be open about suggesting a suitable-for-turkey California Zinfandel, like Rancho Zabaco Dancing Bull, which is less than $10. www.epicurious.com

THE THANKSGIVING TURKEY Of all the Thanksgiving symbols, the turkey has become the most well known. The wild turkey is native to northern Mexico and the eastern United States.

The turkey has brown features with buff-colored feathers on the tips of the wing and on the tail. The male turkey is called a Tom and as with most birds, is bigger and has brighter and more colorful plumage. The female is called a Hen and is generally smaller and drab in color. The Tom turkey has a long wattle (a fleshy, wrinkled, brightly colored fold of skin hanging from the neck or throat) at the base of its bill and additional wattles on the neck, as well as a prominent tuft of bristles resembling a beard projecting downward from its chest.

The turkey was originally domesticated in Mexico and was brought into Europe early in the 16th century. Since that time, turkeys have been extensively raised because of the excellent quality of their meat and eggs. Some of the common breeds of turkey in the United States are the Bronze, Narragansett, White Holland and Bourbon Red. Though there is no real evidence that turkey was served at the Pilgrim’s first Thanksgiving, in a book written by the Pilgrim’s Governor Bradford, he does make mention of wild turkeys.

In a letter sent to England, another Pilgrim describes how the governor sent “four men out fowling” returning with turkeys, ducks and geese.

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NOTTINGHAM/KELLIWOOD TEENAGE JOB SEEKER’S LIST If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job seeker’s list, please completely fill out the form in the newsletter with your name, age, birthdate (mon. & yr.), phone number (one only), year you will graduate (or grade presently in) and the name of your subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on your form. Email to news@krenekprinting.com (preferred) or mail to Krenek Printing, 7102 Glen Chase Ct., Houston, TX 77095. Must have parent(s) permission.

(Revised 8/13) Over the past couple of months, we have attempted to contact all the teens on our jobseeker list. Many have not responded and this is a final attempt to get a response. If you have not spoken to us by phone or answered our email, you will be removed from the list until you contact us.

DISCLAIMER Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those listed on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out references if you do not personally know those listed. This is just a list of teenagers from the subdivision who wish to find part time jobs. Responsibility for any work done by these teenagers is between those seeking helpers and the teens and their parents.

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FUTURE SEEKER FIESTA Since 2006, Living Word Lutheran Church in Katy has partnered with Luz Divina Lutheran Church in Marquéz, Perú, to carry out the Future Seekers program, a youth and family ministry that addresses the physical, social, psychological and spiritual needs of the Luz Divina community. The program provides hot lunches for the children on school days, school supplies, uniforms, after-school tutoring services, cultural and sports activities, life skills counseling for teens and weekly gatherings for parents on parenting topics and Christian formation.

You are invited to come and celebrate this ministry during Living Word’s annual Future Seeker Fiesta, which will be held from 5 to 7 PM on Sunday, November 3rd at El Jarrito, 21724 Highland Knolls Drive in Katy. Enjoy the live music and have dinner if you would like. Financial gifts of all sizes are needed to meet this ministry’s needs. For more information about the Future Seeker program, contact Vonda at vonda.drees@gmail.com.

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS NOTTINGHAM COUNTRY WARD: FAMILY 50’S STYLE SOCK-HOP

Best hair, best dressed contests, games, music, refreshments, photo booth, dancing and more. All ages are welcome. Saturday, November 9th, 6-8 PM. Located at 1603 Norwalk Dr. Katy, TX 77450. Visitors Welcome!

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NEW CREATION FOOD DRIVE FOR KCM Stop by the Fulshear Kroger’s Store on Hwy. 1093 at Spring Green November 16th and take part in the New Creation food drive to benefit the local Katy Christian Ministries Food Bank! Just select a pre-packaged grocery bag and donate it to KCM as you check-out. The groceries will be distributed before Thanksgiving. Remember, hunger doesn’t take a holiday!

For information: Pastor Dale 832-492-5136.

ST. PETER’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH BENEFITS FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES On November 19th, Benefits for Children with Disabilities, with guest speakers: Rosa Clay, Financial Professional, of The Prudential Insurance Company of America and Andrew Hardwick, Metropolitan Public Affairs Specialist, Social Security Administration.

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Location: St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, Asbury Hall, 20775 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, TX 77450. Free childcare is available, but you must RSVP for a spot for your child(ren) at least 24 hours in advance to Sarah Morrison at sarahmorrison@ sbcglobal.net. You do not need to RSVP to attend the meeting.

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For more information, contact Mike Kelley at 281-492-0785. Kingsland Baptist Church is located at 20555 Kingsland Blvd. We are located across from Taylor High School Tennis Courts. For more information, you can visit us online at www.kingsland.org or call the church office at 281-492-0785.

EPIPHANY BINGO

Epiphany conducts their bingo games every Friday night except holidays.

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outreach programs. Epiphany Catholic Church, Church Community Center, 1530 Norwalk Dr. (between Fry and Mason Roads, south of I-10 behind Nottingham Subdivision) off Highland Knolls. Early bird games begin at 7:30 PM and regular games at 8:00 PM. For more info, call the bingo hall number at 281-578-3905.

ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH BINGO

At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church in downtown Katy, “BINGO” is being played in our Parish Hall every Friday evening except Holidays. Doors open at 7:00 PM, games start at 7:15 PM with four Early Bird games. Regular games start at 7:30 PM. All profits will benefit community outreach and Religious Education programs. The Church is located in downtown Katy at 5356 Eleventh St. You can get to the church if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland Rd. Turn right at the light, go to the second stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh St., turn left and the Church Hall will be on your right one block down. For more info., call 281-391-4758.

MEMORIAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF KATY BLOOD DRIVE Memorial Lutheran Church of Katy, located at 5810 Third Street, will be conducting their quarterly Blood Drive on November 12, 2013, from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM in the Loomis Center.

Walk-ins are welcome. Refreshments will be served. Any questions, please contact the office at 281-391-0171.

8 TH ANNUAL KATY WINE FEST The 8th Annual Katy Wine Fest, scheduled for Friday, November 8, 2013, will once again benefit The Brookwood Community. The event will be held at The Tuscany Villa from 7 PM to 11 PM. Tickets are available for purchase by visiting the Katy Wine Fest website at www.katywinefest.com. Due to limited seating, those interested in attending are encouraged to purchase tickets early as the event is likely to sell out.

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The Star of Destiny (Katy) Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, will have a garage sale fundraiser on Saturday, November 2, 2013. The sale will be held from 7:30 am until 11:00 am at:

Estates of Chesterfield Swim and Tennis Club 1707 Briarchester Katy, Texas 77450

There will be household items, furniture, toys, clothing, books and much more! The items are reasonably priced and this sale is our main source of funds for our patriotic activities with our troops, schools, libraries and military families. Please join us and check out all the treasures!

For information, please contact us at: thestarofdestiny@ yahoo.com or http://texasdar.org/chapters/StarDestiny.

WESTHEIMER LAKES & WESTHEIMER LAKES NORTH AND CARDIFF RANCH COMMUNITY GARAGE SALES

Our residents have cleaned out their closets and can’t wait for you to stop by on Saturday, November 9th from 7 AM to 12 Noon! You’ll find treasures galore in our communitywide garage sale! Residents will be selling their items right out of their garages.

For a map and list of items being sold at Westheimer Lakes and Westheimer Lakes North, don’t forget to stop by the SplashPad (located in the Westheimer Lakes section - 26103 Canyon Fields Drive, Richmond 77406, 832-222-2355) on the day of the sale.

For a map and list of items being sold at Cardiff Ranch, don’t forget to pick it up at the entrance to Cardiff Ranch, which is not far from Westheimer Lakes North (located off of FM 1463 and 1-2 miles from the FM 1093 intersection, Katy 77494, 281-394-7944) on the day of the sale. Don’t miss out!

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HEARTWARMING CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW

Holy Covenant United Methodist Church, 22111 Morton Ranch Road, Katy, Texas 77449 will be having their 24th annual heartwarming Christmas bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2013 from 9 AM to 4 PM. We have 68 vendors, along with our Tea Room filled with homemade wassail and baked goodies, silent auction baskets and our Sandwich Shoppe with homemade chicken salad sandwiches. We have beautiful pottery, wood crafts, soft sculpture, floral, jewelry, bows, Christmas décor, clothing and so much more. Santa will visit during the day too... the Choir will be singing carols. for more information, visit our website at www.holycov.org or call 281579-1200, ext. 329.

LANGHAM CREEK HS FFA CRAFT SHOW

The 18th Annual Langham Creek FFA Craft Show is November 9th & 10th at the Cy-Fair ISD Exhibit Center at Telge/Hwy 290.

The indoor facility will have over 100 vendors selling a wide variety of products just in time for holiday shopping. We will have concessions, silent auction and raffle, chicken bingo and more! Vendor booths are still available! Please email langhamcreekffa@yahoo.com or call 281-734-1153 with questions or to obtain a vendor application. All proceeds benefit the LC FFA students!

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MAYDE CREEK MARTINETTE DANCE TEAM CRAFT SHOW

Please join us for the “Crafts at the Creek” annual Mayde Creek Martinette Dance Team Craft Show, scheduled for Saturday, November 16th at Mayde Creek High School. Hours for the show will be 9 AM - 4 PM and admission is free. The show will include unique crafts, gifts and special activities for children, including face painting. Interested vendors are encouraged to contact Brian Carr at briandcarr@gmail.com. Mayde Creek High School is located at 19202 Groeschke Road. Proceeds from the show benefit the Martinette Dance Team.

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 19TH ANNUAL PILGRIM FESTIVAL

CURRENTLY TAKING APPLICATIONS FROM CRAFT VENDORS OF HANDMADE CRAFTS ONLY. First Congregational Church will be celebrating its 19th annual Pilgrim Festival on Saturday, November 23rd, from 10 AM - 4 PM, rain or shine. Booth space varies in price depending on size and inside or outside. Please email Sue Earl at jearl8925@ sbcglobal.net for application or further information.

The church is located at 10840 Beinhorn Rd, Houston 77024 (Voss/Bingle exit off I-10).

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EPIPHANY OF THE LORD CATHOLIC CHURCH 19TH ANNUAL FROSTYFEST CRAFT FAIR The 19th Annual Frostyfest Craft Fair will be held on December 7, 2013, at Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church, 1530 Norwalk Drive, in Katy, Texas 77450, from 9:00 am to 3:00 PM. There will be over eighty top Texan vendors selling HANDCRAFTED merchandise. Santa Claus is coming to Frostyfest for pictures, presented by Boy Scouts of Katy. Refreshments will be sold by the Knights of Columbus all day starting with breakfast tacos.

Ladies Club will be having a bake sale and quilt raffle. There will also be a Silent Auction run by the Craft Club. For more information contact Brenda Cason at 371-781-0094 or www.epithanycatholic.org

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HOUSTON FAMILY ARTS CENTER ANNOUNCES 2013-2014 SEASON MEMORIES AND TRADITIONS

The award-winning Houston Family Arts Center (HFAC) proudly announces its 2013-2014 Season Subscription Program. Season subscriptions offer incentives and discounts to new and returning patrons for every performance in our 2013-2014 season. Subscribers save 20% off the regular ticket price.

Compared to the individual ticket price, it is like getting two shows for free. Not only do patrons save money and get to choose the best seats, but they receive exclusive perks, including recognition in every Playbill and two complimentary concession items for every show.

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• The Crucible, spellbinding drama (Through Nov. 10, 2013) • Winter Wonderettes, a Christmas extravaganza featuring your favorite holiday pop songs (Nov. 29 - Dec. 22, 2013) • A Raisin in the Sun, a life-affirming drama (Jan. 10 - Feb. 2, 2014) • Peter Pan, the beloved classic and family musical (Feb. 21 - Mar. 9, 2014) • Godspell, a divinely inspired musical (Apr. 4 - 27, 2014) • The Beaux’ Stratagem, delightful period farce (May 23 - Jun. 15, 2014) • Les Miserables, dramatic tale of redemption (July 11 - Aug. 3, 2014)

All performances are on the HFAC Garza Mainstage, recently named “Houston’s Best Gem of a Theatre” by the Houston Press, except for Peter Pan, which will be performed at the Berry Center.

Season subscriptions are now on sale. Season subscriptions start as low as $100. For the best seating and lowest prices, become a season subscriber. Patrons can purchase their subscriptions online at www.houstonfac.com or call the HFAC box office at 281-685-6374.

Retirement Center, 2501 Westerland, near Westheimer and Gessner. Some of us read music, but it is not required. We are provided a CD to help in learning new songs. Our director, Martha Upton and assistant director, Cay Eckland will help you find out if you are a Tenor, Lead, Baritone or Bass.

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THE HOUSTON LUTHERAN CHORALE CHRISTMAS CONCERTS

Do you like to sing? Are you looking for a place to display your talents or just to have fun with music? You should be a Decibelle!

We are a (ladies only) daytime chorus rehearsing every Friday morning from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at the Treemont

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We have been performing in the Houston area for over 35 years. We prepare two types of shows each year; a Christmas show with old favorites, but always a new fun tune including props, narratives and choreography. Our regular show this year includes songs from the 1920’s, as well as a Spiritual Medley that will start your toes tapping.

Come visit any Friday. We would love to see you and if you decide to join us, we would be delighted. For more information, please call Pat at 281-497-4904 or visit our website, www.Decibelles.org.

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HOLIDAY EVENTS

The Houston Lutheran Chorale will be performing two Christmas Concerts this year. The performances will be held on December 7th, at 7:00 PM, at Memorial Lutheran Church, Katy, Texas, 281-391-0171 and another performance will be held on December 8th, at 3:00 PM at Trinity Lutheran

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Church, 713-869-8486. The public is invited and tickets can be ordered by telephoning either church or they can be ordered on line at www.hlc-tx.org. There will be an offering taken at each performance for the tickets.

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COUGAR STARS PRESENTS TENTH ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARADE OF HOMES

By Christi Rickel The Cinco Ranch High School Cougar Stars Dance Team is proud to host their 10th Annual Holiday Parade of Homes on Thursday, Dec. 5th and Friday, Dec. 6th, from 6:00 pm 10:00 pm. Tour five local Katy-area homes. Tickets are $12 and are available at Beau Kisses, Curtain Call, Hauerland’s, Ya Ya Club or from your favorite Cougar Star.

Tour beautifully decorated Katy-area homes full of holiday decorations, while enjoying the sounds of the award-winning Cinco Ranch High School Bravo Show Choir and Cinco Ranch High School Orchestra. The Cougar Stars will be on hand at each home to help guide you on your tour. Proceeds from the tour help support the Cougar Stars’ activities.

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To many people, Christmas is just not Christmas without singing or hearing Handel’s Messiah.

Come join the churches of Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Community Church The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints St. Peter’s United Methodist Church as they present the ‘Messiah Sing-a-long’ with full orchestra featuring solos and choruses from the Christmas Portion, Part 1.

We will also sing the “Amen” and “Hallelujah! Chorus.”

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20775 Kingsland Blvd., Katy on Saturday, December 7th, at 7:30 pm.

We invite everyone in the community to join us, either as a singer or a listener. Scores will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis; however, given the limitations of available scores, you are encouraged to bring your own music.

If you have any questions, please email us at dgalasso@stpkaty.org or musicasst@stpkaty.org or call 281-492-8031.

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www.WeBuyGoldCenter.com Saturday, November 9th Theme: Tree Walk Craft: Leaf Printing Art Saturday, December 14th Theme: Winter in the Woods Craft: Nature Ornaments Start any time between 9 and 11:30 am - no reservations are needed. Donations will be accepted to cover the costs of materials. Please park in the Memorial Drive United Methodist Church west parking lot at 12955 Memorial Drive and enter the nature sanctuary through the marked gate. Proceed down the path to the log cabin. For more information, visit www.houstonaudubon.org.

THE TEXAS MASTER NATURALISTS COASTAL PRAIRIE CHAPTER CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT The Texas Master Naturalist Coastal Prairie Chapter is please to host Bob Honig as the speaker for our monthly program. The topic for the September program is the “Christmas Bird Count” program. As an added bonus, Bob will also entertain any questions attendees may have with regard to butterfly

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counts. Bob is an environmental consultant who serves as a board member and volunteer for the Katy Prairie Conservancy. He is also a member of the Houston Audubon Society, The Nature Conservancy, World Wildlife Fund, The Wilderness Society, the Ornithology Group of the Outdoor Nature Club of Houston and other natural history organizations. He has a wealth of experience in leading field trips, presenting programs and performing bird surveys.

This program will take place on Thursday, November 7th, at 7 PM. The meeting will be preceded by a social at 6:30 PM and will be held at the Cinco Ranch Library, 2620 Commercial Center Blvd. in Katy, TX. The meeting is free and open to all interested persons.

The Texas Master Naturalists program is sponsored by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. For additional information, call 281-633-7033 or email mmcdowell@ag.tamu.edu.

DAR TO HONOR VETERANS On Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11th, 11 AM, the Houston Astros and the Texas Society Daughters of the American

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BEAR CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH KATY YOUTH BASKETBALL ANNOUNCES FALL AND WINTER LEAGUE REGISTRATION Katy Youth Basketball is launching the 28th season of Youth Basketball for boys and girls. Teams are forming for boys and girls in 1st through 8th grade zoned to the Katy Independent School District.

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Offering Upward Basketball and Cheerleading 2013-14 Bear Creek Baptist Church is offering Upward Basketball and Cheerleading for K-8th Grade. Cost is $70 for Basketball and for Cheerleading. This year the cost does not include the basketball shorts or the cheer mock turtleneck.

These can be purchased for an additional $15 each. They will have one hour of practices a week and on Saturdays they will have a game for one hour.

Every practice and game takes place on our Campus. They will learn great new skills from encouraging coaches. Registration began October 15th. Each child needs to attend one evaluation session.

Our first Evaluations will be Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, November 4th, 5th and 7th, between 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM in our gym on the North side of our church. We will also have one on Saturday, November 9th between 10:00 AM and 12:00 Noon. We will kick off the season with a Skills Clinic on Saturday, December 7th and practices will begin the next week starting December 9th. You can register on line at www.bearcreekchurch.tv/sports (click on Register Now). For more informa-

tion contact Linda Newhouse at Linda. newhouse@bcstaff.org. Bear Creek Baptist Church at 5901 N. Fry Rd. Katy, Tx 77449, 281-859-9900.

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Katy YMCA winter Program Registration is in progress. Contact the Y for details at 281-392-5055 or check out our website: ymcahouston.org.

SWIM LESSONS: The Y has been teaching swim lessons for over 100 years! All ages and ability levels welcome. Morning, evening, group and private sessions available year round.

YMCA CHILD CARE 2013-2014: Need a fun, safe place for your child to go after school hours? Child Care provided at most Katy ISD elementary schools until 6:30 PM. Some schools offer both before and after school care. Please call for specific school offerings and prices.

WINTER YMCA YOUTH AND TEEN SPORTS LEAGUES: Register now for fall youth NFL Flag Football Basketball. Teen Volleyball and Basketball registration also in progress. Registration deadline is December 1st ($10 late fee added after November 24th).

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE YMCA TURKEY DASH The annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Dash would not be successful without the help of so many wonderful volunteers who make the day run smoothly.

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Sports Group 1 (SG1) is proud to announce that our U12 girls team took first place in the 30th Annual Houston Labor Day Soccer Tournament held at Katy and Bear Creek Parks.

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Sports Group 1 - U12 Girls Team Roster Izabela Gonzalez - Wertheimer Middle School (Lamar CISD) Grace Hunter - Woodcreek Junior High (Katy ISD) Sabrina Lopez - Slabatura Middle School (Pearland ISD) Sarah Narum - Alexander Elementary (Katy ISD) Rachel Obermam - Beckendorff Junior High (Katy ISD) Skylar Parker - Beck Junior High (Katy ISD) Trinity Schaffer - Cinco Ranch Junior High (Katy ISD) Emma Thompson - Beckendorff Junior High (Katy ISD) Caitlin Tomberlin - Beckendorff Junior High (Katy ISD)  The 30th Annual Labor Day Cup, is Houston’s premier youth soccer tournament presented by Texas United Futbol Club with games taking place at Bear Creek and Katy Park. Over 400 teams from North and South Texas and Louisiana participated in the 2013 edition of the Tournament. For more information, visit: www.houstonlabordaycup.org.

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ers, adults and youth to play in a new Katy Netball club. No experience necessary.

For more information, go to our facebook page, Houston Shooting Stars Netball Club or www.netballamerica.com or contact Ros at education@netballamerica.com or call 832-790 3772.

WOMEN’S FLAT TRACK ROLLER DERBY Southwest Houston’s own brand new women’s flat track roller derby team is now forming. This isn’t the old school roller derby you’ve seen in the past. We train derby athletes to compete according to the rules and guidelines set forth by WFTDA, the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association. We are actively recruiting skaters, referees and volunteers. Skaters must be female and 18 or older. Referees and volunteers must be 18 or older. Email us at yellowrosederbygirls@yahoo.com for more information. You can also find us at www.yellowrosederbygirls.com and on Facebook. Join up now to become an integral part in founding and building our league.

VOLLEYBALL Please contact Dean at volleyballkaty@yahoo.com if you are interested in playing volleyball. You must be at least 18 years old and be able to play at intermediate level. We play at different locations in and around Katy area.

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The authorization of the bond referendum by voters would fund the building of three new Student Activity Facilities: Agricultural Sciences Center - $25 million The District has outgrown the current L.D. Robinson Pavilion and room for growth or expanded instructional opportunities is limited. Developing an Agricultural Sciences Center at the current Gerald D. Young facility on Katy-Hockley Road will address student safety and convenience; reduce animal safety risk caused by travel; address the negative impact on

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STEM Project Center - $4.5 million The STEM Project Center will provide additional classroom and project space for students engaged in science, technology, engineering and mathematics courses and activities. It will provide increased space for students to conduct large-scale experiments such as robotics and would lend itself to a variety of engineering projects such as boats, catapults and chip manufacturing. Physics teachers would also have the ability to video a large-scale demonstration at the S.T.E.M. Center while students are viewing from their classroom.

14,000 Seat Stadium - $69.5 million A second stadium will address scheduling issues that will become increasingly difficult as future high schools are opened.

Six Katy ISD high schools currently participate in varsity football, soccer and marching contests at Rhodes Stadium. With the opening of Tompkins High School, Katy ISD will schedule seven varsity football teams into Rhodes Stadium beginning in August of 2014. Scheduling seven schools in Rhodes Stadium will create a challenge for the District to comply with the U.I.L. 5-day rule.

For more information about the Student Activity Facilities bond package, visit www.katyisd.org/facilities/ Pages/2013FacilitiesProposal.aspx.

KATY ISD NEW WEBSITE HOMEPAGE LAUNCHED Dear Katy ISD Family, Katy ISD is proud to announce the launch of its new website homepage and the gradual transition of department and campus websites over the course of the fall semester.

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District’s website could better serve our community’s needs. What emerged is a clean design, consistent and improved navigation, an upgrade to the technology that supports the site and quick acess to our most frequently visited District-wide webpages.

Department pages and campus websites will be transitioned to the new homepage format during the fall semester. In the meantime, some department pages and all campus websites will be temporarily linked to the older version of the District’s website. Some examples of pages in which visitors will experience redirects to the old website are the Transportation, Teaching & Learning and Special Education pages.

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The James E Taylor Band would like to take this opportunity to thank the community for their continued support of the JET Band March-A-Thon held in August.

We are simply overwhelmed with the success of this event.

Once again, our neighbors lined the streets cheering and encouraging the band as they made their way through the 6 mile route in the heat of the summer. We played 23 concerts and accepted generous donations from the most supportive network of Taylor High School families we have ever seen.

This year we were joined by Taylor High School administrators, teachers, KISD board members and Superintendent Alton Frailey, all marching side by side with the students in a sincere show of support.

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EVENTS • CINCO RANCH NIGHT READERS’ TO DISCUSS ‘AN IRISH COUNTRY DOCTOR’ - The Night Readers’ book club will meet on Thursday, November 21st beginning at 7:00 PM, in Conference Room 2. The literary-review club is free and open to the public.

• THE BASICS OF BUYING & SELLING ON EBAY - Thursday, November 7th, 10:00-11:00 AM, Computer Lab. Learn how to buy and sell items on eBay and how monetary transactions take place. Reservations are required.

• SHIFT INTO OVERDRIVE: AN EREADER WORKSHOP - Wednesday, November 13th, 10:00-11:00 AM, Computer Lab. Learn how to download eBooks to your mobile reading device, such as a Kindle or Nook, from the library’s online digital library collection, OverDrive or from online bookstores. Bring your library card number and PIN and Amazon and Adobe usernames and passwords if available.

Reservations are required.

• ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - All computer classes will take place in the Computer Lab. Reservations are required.

MS Word Survival 2010 Basics: Tuesday, November 19th, 10:00 AM MS Excel 2010 Survival Basics: Wednesday, November 20th, 10:00 AM MS PowerPoint 2010 Survival Basics: Tuesday, November 26th, 10:00 AM WEEKLY CHILDREN’S PROGRAM SCHEDULE • Mother Goose Time: Tuesdays at 10:15 AM, provides caregiver/infant activities and songs especially designed for the youngest book-lovers, from age 1 month to 12 months.

• Toddler Time: Wednesdays at 10:15 AM and Thursdays at 10:15 AM and 11:30 AM - offers caregiver/child activities, stories and songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age. The library will be closed on November 28th for the Thanksgiving holiday.

• Story Time: Tuesdays at 2:00 PM. Age 3-6, where they hear stories, watch movies and participate in age-appropriate craft activities.

• Pajama Night Story Time: Tuesdays at 7:00 PM - gives families an evening option for the activities presented during the daytime.

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• After-School Breaks: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 4:30 PM - crafts, movies, stories and more for children in K through third grades.

• Family Story Time: 1st Saturday of the month at 10:15 AM. All ages welcome.

• Tween Scene: 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 4:30 PM - activities for youth in grades 4 and 5. The library will be closed on November 28th for the Thanksgiving holiday.

• Young Adult Cafe: 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 7:00 PM. Designed for youth in grades 6 and up.

All programs are free and open to the public. For more information, call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library at 281-395-1311 or the library’s Public Information Office at 281-341-2677.

FORT BEND COUNTY INFORMATION FALL TEAM BASH 2013 Please join us for some fun at Fall Team Bash, the only car event that aims to involve the entire family! From 11:00 AM-5:00 PM on Sunday, November 3rd at the Fort Bend Fairgrounds (4310 Texas 36) in Rosenberg, Texas. Car Clubs from all over Texas and surrounding states will come together for a tailgating car show atmosphere. Your kids will have a great time too in the kid’s zone! Bring your family, bring your wife and kids and bring your car club! www.facebook.com/myallteambash.

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For information on Ft. Bend Master Gardeners or lists of events, visit www.fbmg.com or call the Master’s Gardener’s Hotline at 281341-7068. Anyone with an interest in gardening is encouraged to attend our events.

TEXAS MASTER NATURALIST If you enjoy nature and would like to learn more, do more and/or teach young people about the great outdoors, consider joining others in a local chapter of Texas Master Naturalists. There are 60 or so friends and neighbors in the Fort Bend County area who are members and invite you to check out the organization at www.coastalprairie.org. The Texas Master Naturalists program is sponsored by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. For additional information, call 281-633-7033 or email mmcdowell@ag.tamu.edu.

SUGAR LAND GARDEN CLUB Sugar Land Garden Club meets at the Sugar Land Community Center, 226 Matlage Way, Sugar Land 77478. For more information visit www.sugarlandgardenclub.org. Sugar Land Garden Club was established in 1932 and is one of the largest garden clubs in Texas. Membership is open to all.

FORT BEND CHAPTER NATIONAL SOCIETY OF THE DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Join the Fort Bend Chapter National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. We will meet Wednesday, November 13th, 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM in the chapel of the First United Methodist Church, 3900 Lexington Blvd., Missouri City. Our November program will be ‘Space Exploration on the International Space Station’ by Colonel Williams, Retired.

Contact Natalie Aggarwal (Natalie-aggarwal@hotmail.com) or Gwen Goldsberry (jbbumdar@hotmail.com for more information. The Fort Bend Chapter website is www.texasdar.org/chapters/FortBend.

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Would you like to know how Congress is dealing with “hot” items during this session? Contact Susan at 281-633-2277 or BurgerBizInc@aol.com for information on our group.

BECOME A TUTOR-UNDERSTAND OUR STUDENT’S LIFELINES Become an essential part of a student’s life by signing up to be a tutor for the Literacy Council! The Literacy Council of Fort Bend County holds tutor training every other month. After 12 hours of training, outstanding volunteers are equipped to teach Basic Literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to adults. The trainings prepare tutors to organize and compile lesson plans, learn about various tutoring techniques, understand the purpose of the Literacy Council and much more. Tutors do not need knowledge of any foreign language, nor do they need formal teaching experience. We offer many locations for tutoring throughout the area, including locations in Katy. Tutoring sessions are offered during the day and at night. If you are interested in impacting someone’s life by being their tutor, please contact the Literacy Council at 281-240-8181 or visit the website at www.ftbendliteracy. org. Help us to “Change Lives Through Literacy!”

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RUOK PROGRAM Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Dept. has a computer-generated program called “Are You OK?” (RUOK). It is a computergenerated call intended for senior citizens (over 55) and disabled persons who live alone and could benefit from a daily check. A computer will generate a call each morning, at about the same time and the participant chooses a time frame. A voice will ask, “Are you OK?” After this, all they have to do is hang up the phone. If the participant goes out of town or leaves the residence for any time, you just temporarily un-subscribe and re-subscribe when you return.

If the call goes unanswered, the computer will call back 3 times at 15-minute intervals. If there is still no answer, the Sheriff will dispatch a deputy or the local police. They will have with them a print out of information on the person that is not responding to the calls. This program was established

by FBC Sheriff Milton Wright, Commissioner’s Court and Ken Whitt (FBC Sheriff’s Citizens Academy Alumni Assoc.) in 1998. Many police chiefs in the county are also participating in the program and will proceed with the welfare check for citizens of their community. To request more information or to enroll in this free and very beneficial program, please call the Sheriff’s Dept. at 281-341-4704.

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PLEASE NOTE - PETS ON LEASHES It is the law in Fort Bend County that all pets must be vaccinated for rabies, registered and restrained. All animals, when outside of an owner’s means of restraint (i.e., in a fenced back yard), must be on a leash. For the safety of all residents, please use all precautions with your pets and keep them on leashes when walking pets in the community EVEN IF YOU FEEL YOUR PET IS HARMLESS. If you see ANY animal roaming freely in the neighborhood, immediately call Animal Control at 281-342-1512. Even if you recognize the animal, be very careful approaching it, as you do not know how it will react; if you can safely retrieve the animal, then call the owner.

Otherwise, Animal Control is your best and safest option.

FORT BEND COUNTY “LEASH LAW” Animal control authorities are permitted to enter your Property to patrol and remove pets. Pets must be registered, licensed and inoculated as required by law.

As a dog owner, you are responsible for the control of your dog. If your dog is one that ‘makes objectionable noise,’ you must make every effort to respect your Neighbor’s right to their ‘peace and quiet.’

When your dog is not in your yard, it is imperative that you keep your dog on a leash at all times. While your dog is friendly to you and your family, imagine the consequences if it were to harm someone while it was ‘roaming free.’

Please respect other resident’s right to walk the common area ground without fear of attack from an unleashed dog.

Laws are written to ensure that owned animals are confined to their property or kept on a leash to free a community of unrestrained and free-roaming animals. Although most dog bites occur on the property where the dog lives, unrestrained or free-roaming dogs do pose a substantial threat to the public. In addition, unrestrained animals are at increased risk of being bitten by rabies infected wildlife. Enforcement of restraint laws is essential in enhancing the animal control program’s efforts to reduce the risk of rabies in our community.

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LICENSING OF DOGS AND CATS The primary benefit of licensing animals is identification, should that animal become lost. Licensing also: • Ensures that rabies vaccination are current.

• Allows for quick identification in case of a bite incident.

• Provides revenue to offset the administration costs of the animal control program.

VACCINATION Rabies vaccinations are a prerequisite for licensing dogs and cats because they are an important control measure for the public health threat of rabies. In addition to protecting pets, rabies vaccinations provide a barrier between infected wild animals and humans.

PARENT’S (MOM’S) & CHILDREN’S GROUPS, ORGANIZATIONS, CLUBS, ETC. • LA LECHE LEAGUE OF KATY AND WEST HOUSTON - Methodist West Houston Hospital, 18500 Katy Freeway, Houston, Texas 77094. Daytime Meetings 1st Wed. of month, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, Evening Meetings, 4th Mon. of month, 7:008:45 PM. For further info., please call: Susan 281-829-6833, Ariel 281-731-7313. La Leche League International’s website is: www.lalecheleague.org.

• MOMS CLUB OF KATY - please email momsclubkatyse@ yahoo.com. You can also contact Laura Matre at 281-804-9109.

• MOMS @ SECOND - WEST CAMPUS - Cost is $40 for entire year. Childcare provided for a minimal cost. For more info, call Faye at 713-465-3408 x 1007.

• BEAR CREEK BAPTIST MOPS – Meets the second and forth Friday of each month at 9:30 AM. The cost is $10 per meeting for childcare and MOPS dues. For more info, contact us at bcbcmops@gmail.com or 281-859-9900.

• KATY MOMS IN PRAYER INTERNATIONAL GROUP - For info., call Leslie Power at 281-392-2357 or visit www.MomsInPrayer.org on the web.

• KINDRED (FOR MOMS OF PRESCHOOLERS) - Meets every other Friday, at 9:30 AM. Register online at Kingsland.org.

• MOTHERS’ SHARE GROUP - meet Thursdays, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM following the KISD schedule; at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, TX 77450 in Room E221 (upstairs). For more info. or to confirm childcare, contact St. Peter’s UMC at 281-492-8031 or www.stpkaty.org.

• MYC - MOTHERS OF YOUNG CHILDREN - meets every Friday from 9-11:30 AM and follow the KISD school calendar. Childcare is provided. Registration is $25 per semester or $50 for the year, which covers books and materials. For information and to register, please visit www.stpkaty.org/mothers-of-young-children.

• IBLOOM - Young Moms…come share Monday mornings with us. Visit online at www.whatisgrace.org/ibloom. Grace Fellowship UMC, 2655 S Mason in Katy.

• REAL MOMS OF KATY PLAYGROUP - This group is down to earth and drama free. Learn more at www.meetup.com/Real-Moms-of-Katy.

• ALL MOMS OF KATY - come run AMOK with us! Contact membership at allmomsofkaty@gmail.com to get involved.

• WORKING MOMS OF KATY - group to support working moms in the Katy area Charlene Taylor charleneetaylor@yahoo.com, 281-235-3043 or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/workingmomsofkaty.

• KATY AREA PARENTS OF MULTIPLES (KAPOM) - meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 PM at Spring Creek Barbeque in the banquet room. 21000 Katy Freeway Katy Texas 77449. For more info., please email membership@kapom.org or visit our website www.kapom.org.

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Visit our website at www.kpgt.org for a printable membership form.

• KATY ASSOCIATION OF CHILD CARE PROFESSIONALS - meets the third Wednesday of each month at the MUD #81 building located at Cimarron Parkway and Hidden Canyon. Refreshments are served. For more info., call 281-5786376 or 281-392-0989.

• PARENTS WITHOUT PARTNERS - For more info. about Parents Without Partners International, check out our website at www.parentswithoutpartners.org or Parent with Partners Greater Houston Chapter #63 at www.pwphouston.org.

Contact Barbara 281-469-5646.

• FAMILY TO FAMILY -an organization dedicated to helping families who have a child with disabilities. For more information, please all Joanie or Carolyn at 713-466-6304 or go to www.familytofamilynetwork.org.

• BREATH OF LIFE CHILDREN’S CENTER CLINIC - We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. For questions, please call 281-398-7353.

• MEMORIAL HERMANN KATY HOSPITAL - offers parenting classes, for info. call 713-222-CARE.

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• WEST HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER - offers parenting classes. To inquire or register, please call 281-588-8065.

COMMUNITY INTEREST GROUPS POLITICAL INTEREST GROUPS: • KATY AREA REPUBLICANS KATY’S CONSERVATIVE VOICE - For info., contact Kate Diehl at 832-643-0378 or ktuqt@consolidated.net or our website www.katyrepublicans.com.

• WEST FORT BEND COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN – For more info., contact Susan at 281-633-2277 or BurgerBizInc@ aol.com.

• KATY AREA DEMOCRATS - meets 3rd Tuesday of the month at Briarchester club house at 7:00 PM. For info., contact Pat Darwish 281-647-0986, visit ww.katydemocrats.org or email atydems@hotmail.com.

• KATY MOMMY PATRIOTS - moms meeting to join the fight to protect our children’s future by getting involved in community and political events. Meets twice a month. For more info., call Kelly Horsley 281-858-8830 or Martha Mathis 832-321-4854.

ROTARY CLUBS: • THE ROTARY CLUB OF KATY SUNRISE (RCKS) - meets every Tuesday morning,

at 7:00 AM, at Cinco Ranch Golf Club, guests and visitors welcome. For more info. visit www.katysunriserotary.com.

• THE ROTARY CLUB OF KATY - meets each Thursday, noon to 1:00 PM, at Hasta La Pasta, 1450 Grand Parkway, Suite E. For more info., call 281-392-0045 or www.katyrotary.com.

• WEST HOUSTON ROTARY CLUB Tuesdays, 12:15 PM, West Houston Omni, North Eldridge at Katy Freeway.

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TOASTMASTERS: • KATY TOASTMASTERS - meets the first three Thursdays of each month at 7:30 PM at Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union, 25525 Katy Mills Parkway, Katy, TX 77494.

We are located behind Katy Mills Mall near Pin Oak Road. Visitors are welcome! Visit our website at http://katy.freetoasthost.org/ • PARK 10 TALKERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB - meets every Thursday at 11:45 AM at NACE, 1440 South Creek Dr, Houston, 77084, telephone 281-228-6287.

For more info. on Toastmasters, go to www.toastmasters.org.

• EASY RISERS TOASTMASTERS - meets every Tuesday morning from 7 - 8 AM in the Fulbright Tower located at 1301 McKinney. For more info., contact Ed Young at edyoung2@hotmail.com.

• KATY CHAPTER OF PUBLIC SPEAKERS ASSOCIATION - meets 3rd Wednesday

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of every month from 11 AM - 1 PM at LaFinca Mexican Restaurant on Westheimer Parkway. For info., call Jane Moughon at 832-455-4579 or email janemoughon@ gmail.com. Website: www.publicspeakersassociation.com.

BUSINESS/NETWORKING: • AMERICAN BUSINESSWOMEN’S ASSOC. KATY CHARTER CHAPTER - meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at Hasta La Pasta (Katy) 6:00 PM. Networking begins at 6:00 PM, dinner and meeting at 6:30 PM. Email RSVP’s and inquiries to abwa. katy@gmail.com.

• W. HOUSTON CHAPTER, INTERN’L ASSOC. OF ADMIN. PROFESSIONALS (WHIAAP) - meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at Embassy Suites Houston - Energy Corridor at 11730 Katy Freeway (N. side of I10 - Kirkwood Exit). (Caroline Champness CPS/CAP caroline.champness@bp.com).

• ABWA WEST HOUSTON NETWORK - Meets the second Thursday of each month, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM, at the Marriott Energy Corrridor. For more info. or to RSVP, visit our website at www.whenabwa. org.

• BUSINESS NETWORK INTERNATIONAL - KATY - meets every Thursday, 7:00 AM, Willowfork Country Club, 21055 Westheimer Pkwy, Katy, TX 77450. If you

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are interested in growing your business, please come to a meeting. Call Kitty Tennison, President, 281-221-0016 or Susan Hendrix, Vice-President, 954-729-3870 for more information.

• (BNI) BUSINESS NETWORK INTERNATIONAL - CINCO RANCH - meets each Tuesday morning at 7-8:30 AM at Willowfork Country Club at 21055 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, Katy, TX 77450.

For info., Len Tierney at 713-824-6960 or go to www.bnihouston.com and search for Cinco Ranch Chapter in Katy, Texas.

• PARKWAY BUSINESS PARTNERS CHAPTER OF BNI meets every Wednesday at Willow Fork Country Club in Katy.

Meetings are held from 7:15 AM until 9:00 AM and visitors are welcome. For information or a reservation to attend, please call Chris at 832-252-9413.

• INHOUSTON-KATY PREMIER PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS NETWORKING - meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 4:00-8:00 PM at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. For info., call Gail Stolzenburg 281-493-1955, gail@freedomnow.net or Newell Cheatheam 713-385-3622, newell@newellcheatheam.com or http:// tinyurl.com/yjomekg.

• THE ULTIMATE FITNESS AND WELLNESS NETWORK - Meetings are the second Thursday of each month at

7:00 PM. Membership is free. For more information, contact Karen Narum 281871-8920 or fitnessjourney@live.com.

• WEST KATY NETWEAVERS - meets at Essence Cafe at Cross Creek Ranch Welcome Center in Fulshear every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, at 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM sharp. The cost of attendance is $10, which includes breakfast and coffee. For questions, tajanamesic@greengrovegroup.com or visit www. meetup.com/West-Katy-Netweavers/ • KATY BAR ASSOCIATION - an Association of Attorneys who live or work in the Katy Area, holds its monthly meeting at 12:00 PM on the fourth Tuesday of every month at Willow Fork Country Club. Contact Sarah Springer at sarah@ sarahspringerlaw.com or 281-646-0644 for more info.

NEIGHBORS/WELCOME: • KATY NEIGHBORS’ COFFEES - Meets monthly on the last Tuesday, at 10 AM, at members homes. There are no officers of this club and membership is free to all.

For more information please contact 2815788-2078 or 281-395-1730.

• WELCOME WAGON CLUB OF KATY please call Sharon at 281-392-1658, or email welcomewagonclubkaty@yahoo. com.

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MISC COMMUNITY GROUPS: • THE GREEN TRAILS LADIES CLUB - For more info., call Helen Connolly at 832-577-7177.

• THE GREATER KATY EXCHANGE CLUB - meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM, at Vida Loca Mexican Bar and Grill, 21810 Kingsland Blvd Katy, Texas. $15, includes dinner and guest speaker. For info., www.KatyExchangeClub.com or call Newell Cheatheam at 281-392-3034 or Kyle Simmons 281-497-7180 or www.KatyExchangeClub.com.RSVP is required.

• TEXAS COASTAL CATTLEWOMEN (TCCW) - meets on the third Wednesday of each month, at various locations throughout the Houston area. For more info., contact Dorothy at cattlegamma@aol.com or Sue at 281-238-8382 or cell 281-381-1987.

• KATY ROCKS - Mix, mingle, socialize and network with singles ages 35+ Group has a variety of events each month. For more details, visit www.meetup.com/Katy-Rocks.

• BP PARTNERS - Local organization for the spouses and partners of BP employees. Monthly activities. For membership info., contact Darshi Shah at darshis@gmail.com or www.bppartnershouston.com.

• KATY AREA RETIRED EDUCATORS - meets at 11:30 AM, on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, September through May, at the Merrell Center in Katy. For information contact Luanne Zacek at 281-391-8464 or lzacek@hotmail.com.

• WESTSIDE OVER 50 CLUB - meets 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM for dinner and socializing. For reservations and info., please contact Frank Watson at 281-492-6202 or Kirk Hanson, 281-346-0459.

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Combine the sweet potatoes, white sugar, 1/4 cup of the butter or margarine and the milk. Mix until well blended.

Spoon sweet potato mixture into the prepare casserole dish.

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Combine the crushed cornflakes, pecans, remaining 1/4 cup butter or margarine, and brown sugar to taste. Sprinkle over the top of the baked sweet potatoes and return to the oven and bake for another 15 minutes or until lightly browned.

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Let the eating festival begin! Mashed potatoes WITH gravy, buttery biscuits, ooey gooey pecan pie, fried turkey, all the trimmings and THEN some. Sounds like your traditional Thanksgiving holiday menu? You CAN eat all your favorite foods low fat and with high taste this holiday season!

Here’s how: • When making rue, use skim milk with a cholesterol free spread, like Smart Balance.

• If a recipe calls for cream, use skim milk.

It tastes just the same.

• Mashed potatoes are a must, but use half potato-half boiled cauliflower.

It will be tasty AND you will get essential vitamins.

• Skip the fatty dips with your fruit and veggie platters. Presentation is everything. Make your platters creative and if these dips are a must: make homemade dips.

• Green bean casseroles are the tradition, so use low or no sodium soup,freshly boiled and chopped green beans, skim milk, a dash of fresh pepper and you can still afford the French fried onions!

• Love the pies? Make your own low fat pie crust from scratch.

The ready- made crusts are made with shortening and other unnecessarypreservatives and additives.

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BURN THOSE TURKEY DAY CALORIES! Oh boy - you just ate too much Thanksgiving food. Now what do you do? BURN IT OFF! It is difficult to stick to an exercise plan around the holidays, but it isn’t impossible: • Make it a non-negotiable that your exercise is priority during the holiday season.

• Ask family and friends to join you if they are visiting from out of town.

• BEGIN your day with a walk/run or gym time.

• Post eating fest, go for a brisk walk. The dishwasher can do all the work.

• Drink lots of fluids to curb your hunger. Chances are you’re thirsty, vs. hungry.

• Participate in the many local walks/runs that take place around the holidays.

CONSUMER SAVINGS: BLACK FRIDAY HOLIDAY SHOPPING TIPS! Eating - done. Clean up - done. Food coma - happening.

Boredom - started. Shopping - IT’S BLACK FRIDAY! Maximize your shopping dollars with these tips: • Set spending limits.

• Gift unused gift cards you have at home.

• Coordinate and schedule a family portrait/photograph - these make GREAT gifts.

• Shop at thrift stores or outlet stores. Many times you will find NEW items at the thrift store.

• VOLUNTEER. There’s no greater gift than giving someone the gift of your time.

• Use your credit card rewards.

• Price match competitor ads and online deals.

• Remember NEEDS vs. WANTS. • Look at your list and check it not once, not twice but many times.

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Classified Ads FOR SALE Natuzzi Italian leather sectional, cream color, $550. rv_dmusquiz@consolidated.net.

Two sofas, cherry coffee table, wingback chair, oak entertainment center, day bed, bachelor chest with hutch, computer desk with hutch. Best offers, pictures on request. Garage refrigerator (free). Call 832-437-4834.

Wood blinds, mint condition, like new, standard window sizes.

For sizes and prices, call 832-228-4247.

1934 Krakauer Brothers Baby Grand Piano. It is 4’9” across and 5’9” deep. It is in very good condition, with original bench and all ivory keys in perfect condition. Asking $3,300.

(This includes the cost of moving the piano to you anywhere in Houston.) Contact: Celeste Dannelly. Cell, 832-492-0172.

Email me at mcpick3@gmail.com for a picture.

POOLS, HARDSCAPES & LANDSCAPES • NEW POOL CONSTRUCTION • • POOL REMODELS & REPAIRS • • POOL CLEANING SERVICE • Weekly pool maintenance • PATIO COVERS & ARBORS • • DECKS • Flagstone, pavers, spray deck & stamped concrete • LANDSCAPE DESIGN & INSTALLATION • Custom landscapes, water features and stonework • IRRIGATION (Lic. 8260) • Sprinkler system / drainage installation and repair

Lovely solid maple wood hutch top with glass doors, $75 OBO. Beautiful 1 yr old outdoor sofa and ottoman with sunbrella cushions. New at Chair King $2,000, sell for $1,250.

281-787-1205.

• LAWN CARE • Basic lawn maintenance & full-service packages • LIGHTSCAPES • Quality lighting & installation

Free hot tub with gazebo top. Needs new pump motor.

Call 713-705-0424.

Pro-Form 14.0 CE elliptical machine. Less than a year old, perfect condition, need the room. New $799.99, asking $550.

Call after 6:00 PM, 281-213-3999.

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Rockets tickets, 2 seats, section 103, row 23, seats 16&17, $110/pair, face value season ticket holder. Great seats.

713-851-5431 call/text.

GE top load washer and electric dryer for sale, excellent condition, only used for one month. Sold as a set, $700. Brown Chenille couch with throw pillows, very good condition, $225.

281-216-2708.

CUSTOM HOLIDAY DECORATION DESIGN & INSTALLATION Contract Prices to Put-up and Take-down Each Year

Beautiful glass dining room table, $500; glass coffee table, $75; glass console table, $50. 713-805-5082.

Sofa good to very good condition, $250 OBO. jordon98@hotmail.com.

AUTOMOTIVE 2004 VW Passat Wagon GLS 1.8t, dark green with power windows, locks, mirrors, moonroof, black leatherette seats, ABS, ESP traction control, 6 airbags, heated seats & mirrors, no accidents, clean title, 100k mls, all scheduled maintenance with records, by owner, $7,500. 281-844-0976.

2012 VW Jetta Sedan, 4dr, auto SE, super clean, drives excellent, great gas mileage, power windows & doors, CD,and more! Mileage 35,235, $15,499. 832-594-5856.

2000 Harley Davidson Sportster Hugger 883, low miles, $6,000; 2000 Harley Davidson Road King, award winning daily use, $18,000. Call 281-859-2362 and leave a message.

Motor Guide ET54 Trolling Motor and Minnkota 24LB Trolling Motors, never been used. Sell both for $350. Ken at 832-655-4746.

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Wanted: Rolex watches for collector. 281-414-3597.

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HELP WANTED - CARE Caregiver(s). All shifts. Assist residents with their daily activities and personal care. Excellent communication and nurturing heart required. Resumes to anewkirk@tuscanylivingvillas. com or 281-395-3496, Ref: CGALLKT.

HELP WANTED Before/After School Counselors: Responsible adults needed to supervise children in local Katy ISD elementary child care sites either before school, after school or both. High School Diploma or GED required. Must love working with children and embody the 5 core values of the YMCA - Faith, Honesty, Caring, Responsibility and Respect. Part-Time. Shifts available Monday-Friday: 6:30-8:30 AM and/or 2:30-6:30 PM. Submit applications to Sherry Hubbard; sherryh@ymcahouston.org or call 281-392-5055 ext. 235.

Member Services Representatives: Responsible adults needed to work the front desk at the Katy YMCA to register members for programs, answer questions, greet, etc. Early morning, afternoon, evening and weekend shifts available. Must love working with the public and be strong at multi-tasking.

Part-Time. Submit applications to Michelle Steffes; michelle. steffes@ymcahouston.org or call 281-392-5055 ext. 214.

Director/Assistant Director for Extended Care Program.

Management position available for Extended Care Program at Faith West Academy. Candidates must have high school diploma equivalent and CDA or Director’s credentials. Experience of at least one year in education or related field and at least one year supervising the care of children in a licensed facility. Please call 281-391-5683 x 222 or E-mail - yfitzgerald@faithwest.org for an appointment.

Mother’s Day Out teacher, Tuesday/Thursday teacher position available for Mother’s Day Out (toddler) at Faith West Academy. Candidates must have high school diploma equivalent, CDA credentials. Experience of at least one year working with 2-year-olds and/or 3-year-olds in a licensed facility required.

Please call 281-391-5683 x 222 or E-mail - yfitzgerald@faithwest.org for an appointment.

Katy Memorial Power Washing is seeking a Power Washing and Roof Cleaning Technician. Requirements: must be a selfstarter, flexible, team player, willing and able to work multiple jobs with minimum supervision; must be able to work on max height 2 story roofs; have a good driving record; must have 12’ trailer, towing experience and be proficient at backing trailer; no prior experience power washing or roof cleaning necessary, we train; live in the Katy, Texas area. Submit your resume via email to support@k-mpw.com.

Salon Picasso looking for experienced stylist and full time salon coordinator. Call 281-861-9911.

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Classified Ads Lifetime Learners Child Development Center and Pre-School is now hiring for our Katy location; teachers and child care providers.Contact Mrs. Dana, 281-394-5437.

Plumbers or Apprentices for repair. Bilingual preferred. Please call 281-256-2239.

Sales persons wanted to sell Replacement Windows and Window coverings. Ownership opportunity available.

Call Replacement Windows of Katy at 281-392-5353.

Martial Arts USA is hiring qualified Tae Kwon Do Black Belts with WTF certification, over 18 years of age, background checks and interviews will be conducted. Contact Master Shin or Master An at 281-463-9333 or email YoungAn@cyfairtkd. com. Location, 17121 West Rd. Suite 200 Houston TX 77095.

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

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Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff.

Must have experience working in a licensed child care facility, be flexible and dependable and have a passion for early childhood education. Call 281-401-9828 or send resume to info@discovery-schoolhouse.com.

Now Hiring! Do you love children? Small private preschool is now accepting applications. Must be dependable and energetic. Will train. Must have copy of High School Diploma or GED and copy of Social Security Card. Apply in person to 16618 Clay Road, Suite 400. 281-656-2273.

The Pediatric Dentist of Katy is looking for a highly motivated Registered Dental Assistant. Our Pediatric Dental practice is located at 24022 Cinco Village Center Blvd., Suite 210 in Katy. Our office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM, with lunch from 12-1 PM. On Fridays we are open from 7:30 AM to 3 PM. Please bring by your resume in person.

Housekeepers needed. Great hours for mom’s with school age children. 281-861-0394.

Position available for an experienced hair stylist with a great attitude and good clientele. Benefits available. Call Images Hair Studio at 281-256-2286.

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Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice.

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German Shepherd Mix Puppies for Adoption - Email adopt. me.puppylove@gmail.com for more information, adoption application and pictures. Mom is purebred German Shepherd, Dad is unknown. Please note: I am not a breeder, Mom and pups were rescued from the Animal Shelter when she gave birth to her puppies there. They are all looking for their furever homes now. Small adoption fee to cover vetting/ fostering costs.

HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALE

For sale by owner: 5 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath, theater and playroom, dining, study, spacious kitchen, 2 car garage, backyard patio, crown molding, 4,300 sq. ft. with a lot of upgrades.

Former model home, must see! Lakemont Shore subdivision, Richmond, TX 77407, $330,000. Call for more information/ pictures, 281-766-4101 or 281-215-3433.

TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMES

Vacation home for rent in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath, beach, pool, tennis, golf, Mayan ruins.

For more info Google VRBO 136406 or call, 281-463-4717.

Timeshare: rent a lovely condo for a full week in Hawaii.

Sleeps 4, fully stocked kitchen. What else needs to be said...

It’s Hawaii! $795. For information contact Cheryl at 281-855-7427.

Vacation home for rent: Hill country vacation home, Cedar Creek Cabin, new 2/2 with loft, fully furnished, huge front porch, satellite TV, beautiful views, abundant wildlife, Frio River at Concan near Garner State Park, sleeps 8. Call 866-7CON-CAN or go to www.frioman.com for more information.

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May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world, now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude helper of the hopeless, pray for us. Say Novena 9 times a day for 9 days. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you St. Jude – AP

Las Vegas Timeshare - On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen, dining & living; jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s/2 Phones, 2 pools outside building, fitness room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days $465 - 7 days $595. No added fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409.

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IMPORTANT NUMBERS Crest Management Company (for Section 10 only) Nottingham Country Fund, Inc. 281-579-0761 Michael Barrera michael@crestmanagement.com

ALL EMERGENCIES 911 Constable 281-463-6666 Harris County Sheriff 713-221-6000 KISD Police Department 281-237-4000 Ft. Bend County Sheriff 281-342-6116 Community Katy Family YMCA 281-579-3303 VFW 281-391-4872 Fort Bend Co. Court House 281-342-3411 William B. Travis Building 281-342-3411 Jane Long Annex 281-342-3411 Harris County Court House 713-859-0685 Katy Chamber of Commerce 281-391-5289 SCHOOLS www.katyisd.org KISD Administration KISD Transportation.

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