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RIGHT AT HOME They say everything’s bigger in Texas. With over 70 locations and counting – including Texas Children’s Hospital Specialty Care Cy-Fair right in your neck of the woods – that’s certainly true of us. But our aim isn’t to be bigger, it’s to be better at meeting your needs. No matter how fast our city grows, we’re dedicated to keeping pace, with new locations, new technology and services, and ever more convenient ways for you to access our world-renowned specialty programs like pulmonary, otolaryngology, orthopedics and sports medicine, close to home. We’re standing tall in our boots right here, whenever you need us. Visit texaschildrens.org/cyfair for more information or to make an appointment.

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MARCH 2019 PUBLISHER

Peggy Garner | peggy.garner@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Samantha Eklund | samantha.eklund@lifestylepubs.com Erica Rodriquez | erica.hernandez@lifestylepubs.com SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

Home Sweet Home THIS MONTH IS OUR HOME ISSUE! Home means different things to everyone and I’m excited to share these stories about the past and present in Cypress.

Samantha Eklund | samantha.eklund@lifestylepubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Melissa Lauren CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Paul Chavira, Josh Olalde

When doing research for our feature story, I discovered the Cypress Historical Society at Cypress Top Park off Hempstead Road, which houses a wealth of history about the area. With all the growth happening, it’s easy to forget the rich history of our area. Our little corner of Houston played a part in Sam Houston defeating Santa Ana during the Texas Revolution. Stop by the yellow depot and take a tour. You’ll see some relics from Sam Houston’s army among other treasures. It’s our own Cypress museum! Many of our displaced furry friends dream of finding their forever home, and the Abandoned Animal Rescue is one of the many wonderful rescue groups making a difference. The shelter is all-volunteer run, and they recently moved to a larger facility to better accommodate the animals in their care. Check out AAR's story and learn what you can do to help. Our lifestyle contributor, Alley Leto, LifeOfAlley.com blogger and local personality, offers her ideas for creating a special gift for overnight guests in your home. I love the idea of going the extra mile to make guests feel welcome and comfortable.

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

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interior with a few new home decor accents, or tackle one room in your home for a

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

more dramatic update. On a personal note, home to me means family, which changed so much last year starting with finding my adopted brother, Bill. Over Christmas, I got a huge surprise when I was

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contacted through Ancestry.com by my adopted sister, Beth! I was so excited to meet

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her! She and her husband, Paul, came to my house, as did Bill and his family, and we all

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had a wonderful time getting to know each other. It was the best Christmas present ever! We hope this issue inspires you to appreciate the place you call home—both your personal dwelling and our shared community—whether you’ve just moved here or it’s a place your family has occupied for generations. Here’s to home sweet home!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2019

FEATURES 12 Giving Paws a Helping Hand Local Shelter Houses Dogs and Cats until They Find Their “Furever” Home

16 Welcome Basket for Overnight Guests Make Your Guests Feel Special and at Home with This Extra Touch

20 The Juergen House at Cypress Top Park A Peek into the Rich History of the Cypress Area

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24 DWR Construction Is Doing What’s Right Quality Craftsmanship and Outstanding Service Is the Company Motto

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Good Times

Around Town

Giving Back

16 DIY 24 Renovate & Refine 28 Open House 30 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice

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2019 CFISD Dance Showoffs Dance teams from 12 CFISD high schools showcased their talents at the 2019 CFISD Dance Showoffs held at the Berry Center in January. Each dance team performed two routines at the event, which kicked off with a performance by the All-District Dance Team.

Bridgeland Snow Night Bridgeland held its first Snow Night for the Cypress community at Parkland Village in December. Revelers enjoyed snow sledding, arts and crafts, face painting, a spectacular light display and more.

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Brenda Eguizabal (third place); Cy-Woods senior Victoria Jones (best frosting); Cy-Lakes sophomore Dalayna Fridge (unique flavor); Cy-Falls junior Mia Campos (Culinary Division I first place); Cy-Ranch junior Makayla MacPherson (best presentation); Cy-Ridge senior Patrick Billette (Advanced Division third place); Cy-Fair sophomore

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CY-FAIR AFJROTC SURPASSES GOALS FOR ANNUAL CANNED FOOD DRIVE The Cy-Fair AFJROTC surpassed its goals for

2019 ALL-DISTRICT DANCE TEAM SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

not only its annual collecting of canned goods but also the combined community service hours

Nine CFISD student senior dancers received All-District

Dance

Scholarships

from both Cy-Fair and Bridgeland high schools,

Dance Showoffs in January held at the Berry

set a goal to collect 2,000 cans from Nov. 5–18

Center. The winners are Kendall Lyons, Cypress

and donate them to several organizations and

Ranch Classics; Peyton Davis, Cypress Woods

charities. The cadets surpassed their goal and col-

Crimson

Cypress

lected 2,281 cans. The cadets are also well ahead

Falls SkyDancers; Caroline Adami, Langham Creek

of last year’s 1,800 total community service hours

Bailadoras; Katie Lipiz, Cypress Springs Panteras;

during the 2017–2018 school year.

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the

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CULINARY ARTS STUDENTS TAKE TOP HONORS IN CFISD CUPCAKE BATTLE

SAVE THE DATE: CY-HOPE ANNUAL CLAY SHOOT FUNDRAISER APRIL 10 Cy-Hope will hold its annual sporting clays tournament at the Westside Sporting Grounds in Katy on April 10. The contest is limited to the first 80 shooters, and the entry fee is $800 per

Winners from the third annual CFISD Cupcake

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GIVING BACK

GIVING PAWS A HELPING HAND ARTICLE MELISSA LAUREN | PHOTOGRAPHY JOSH OLALDE

LOCAL SHELTER HOUSES DOGS AND CATS UNTIL THEY FIND THEIR “FUREVER” HOME

ABANDONED ANIMAL RESCUE’S SLOGAN IS

“GIVING PAWS A HELPING HAND.” This nonprofit’s mission is to shelter homeless pets until they are placed in permanent homes. Founded in 2002 by three dedicated animal lovers, Angie Fenton, Barbara Schulz and James Gordon, AAR is entirely managed and maintained by volunteers. Abandoned Animal Rescue works toward ending pet overpopulation that results in the euthanasia of unwanted cats and dogs. The organization accomplishes this through its adoption program and low-cost spay/neuter program, which is offered through Texas Litter Control. AAR is committed to the emotional, physical and behavioral well-being of each animal in its care. Houston currently has a population of 200,000 homeless pets, and half of those animals are euthanized each year. Although AAR’s mission statement says it wants to end the unnecessary euthanasia of adoptable cats and dogs, the nonprofit

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knows it's a distant destination. With support from the community, AAR will be able to continue working toward making our community a no-kill, safe haven for homeless pets. Because AAR realizes spay/neuter is the only solution to pet overpopulation and unnecessary euthanasia, part of its mission is to provide affordable spay/neuter to the public through its partnership with Texas Litter Control. TLC is located in AAR's facility, and appointments can be booked online at TexasLitterControl.org. The TLC Clinic is open Fridays for spay and neuter surgeries and Saturdays for wellness appointments. Services include low-cost spay/neuter, wellness exams, vaccinations, and heartworm and flea prevention for cats and dogs. Consider becoming a new furry friend’s foster parent. Experience the rewarding joy of helping an animal toward its bright future. Foster animals typically stay in a foster home for four to six weeks. That is usually all the time it takes to prepare a young animal’s immune system for life at the shelter and, ultimately, at its new home. AAR also needs people who are willing to foster animals with medical cases. Those dogs and cats may need more time CONTINUED >

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than six weeks to achieve their health goals. From food and basic supplies (including crate, newspapers, litter box and medications) to on-call support, AAR provides foster homes with everything needed to give a puppy or a kitten a healthy new beginning. AAR staff can guide you through best practices as a foster parent if you already have a pet in the home. There are plenty of volunteer opportunities for the public. Two hours a week makes a huge difference. Thanks to its volunteers, AAR saves the lives of more than 500 dogs and cats each year. Help is needed in the following areas: dog care, cat care, office work, fundraising/event

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HOW TO HELP + Too many pets are born every year, and many don’t have homes. Spaying and neutering your own pets helps solve this problem. + Sign up for Kroger Awards card and select AAR as your nonprofit organization. + When you shop at Amazon, sign up for an Amazon Smile account and select AAR as your charity. + Talk to teachers, church groups, Boy or Girl Scout troops and other organizations about collecting pet food and supplies for AAR. + Hold a fundraiser such as a bake sale, car wash, or lemonade stand and donate the money to help the animals at AAR. + Donate pet food and supplies to AAR. + Foster younger pets until they are ready to go to the shelter. Learn more at AARTexas.org.

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ARTICLE MELISSA LAUREN PHOTOS COURTESY OF CYPRESS TOP HISTORIC PARK, PRECINCT 3 – STEVE RADACK COMMISSIONER

The Juergen House at Cy p r e s s To p Pa r k

ARTICLE BYLINE | PHOTOGRAPHY BYLINE

THE

JUERGEN

HOUSE,

LOCATED

HEMPSTEAD ROAD BETWEEN FRY ROAD AND SPRING CYPRESS, IS AMONG SEVERAL HISTORICAL BUILDINGS AT CYPRESS TOP HISTORIC PARK MAINTAINED BY THE HARRIS COUNTY PRECINCT 3 PARKS DEPARTMENT. The yellow train depot replica on the park grounds houses the Cypress Historical Society. German settlers arrived not long after Gen. Sam Houston and his Texas army camped in the area on April 16, 1836, on the way to Harrisburg just five days before the Battle of San Jacinto during the Texas Revolution. Around the time the railroad reached Cypress from Houston, William R. Baker, then secretary of the Houston and Texas Central Railroad, bought the tract of land that became Cypress Top in 1856. He built two hotels there for train passengers. One is now known as Juergen’s Store and the other as the Juergen House. CONTINUED >

A PEEK INTO THE RICH HISTORY OF THE CYPRESS AREA Juergen House today 20

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THE JUERGEN HOUSE AT CYPRESS TOP PARK

(CON TI N UED)

E. F. Juergen and family

THE JUERGEN HOUSE TIMELINE

1856

1858

1890s

1897

The railroad arrived in Cypress and the

The property was sold to

The house along with a saloon and store were owned

E. F. Juergen takes over

property at that time was purchased

various owners over the

by Abe Roberts (Grandson Abe Roberts owned the farm

the business holdings

by William R. Baker. He was an inves-

years. At this time, the

where Sam Houston and his men turned toward San

from the Roberts estate.

tor in the newly arriving Houston and

house was converted to

Jacinto, ending the Texas Revolution). Young Abe was

Texas Central Railroad. The house was

a single-family residence.

killed on November 12, 1897. At that time, his estate was

probably built as a hotel or rooming house during that time. 22

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taken over by his father-in-law, Nick Pillot, as executor.

Baker sold out his interest in 1859. The properties that

finished with wallpaper. The home today has a cut-

make up the park today changed hands several times.

out framed with plexiglass displaying the original

In 1859 and again in the late 1860s, yellow fever wiped

wood framing of the house.

out the community and prompted new owners to enter

The kitchen, which had once probably cooked

the scene. In the 1890s, Abe Roberts bought the prop-

for trainloads of passengers, was totally remodeled

erty including the store, saloon and house and moved

from wood-burning stove to conventional oven,

in with his wife, Poline Pillot Roberts. Tragedy struck

microwave, Jenn-Air cooking unit on the island, plus

when Poline’s father, Nick Pillot, shot and killed Abe in

a dishwasher. There was a wing going out on the left

an altercation later determined as self-defense.

side of the home that was an apartment. That wing

Within a month of the shooting, Nick Pillot, as

was removed long ago. There were two chimneys:

Roberts’ estate executor, sold the store and saloon

one serviced the kitchen while another serviced the

to E.F. Juergen. Later Juergen married Mary Zahn,

parlor, bedroom and upstairs. They had no hearths,

purchased the Juergen home, and they both

just openings for stove smoke to enter. These were

resided there for the remainder of their lives.

originally the only heating available to residents.

The area known as Cypress Top thrived because

In 2005, Zaboroski, a former Justice of the

the railroad helped the town grow and become

Peace in Cypress, donated 2.4 acres including the

even more of a hub. Juergen was a smart real

Juergen House and all the buildings in the park to

estate investor in the right place at the right time.

Harris County. Commissioner Radack accepted

“We have a clear picture of the house in 1907, and

the donation for the county and renovated the

there were records referring to two hotels in the town.

buildings as museums to demonstrate the history

Based on the layout of the Juergen House, it is highly

and roots of the Cypress community.

likely that the home served as one of these hotels. On

The park is open daily from 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Precinct

the left side of the first floor, there was one large room

3’s Juergen’s Hall Community Center is also in the

which probably acted as the lobby of the hotel,” says

park and is open weekdays from 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Cypress Top Park tour guide Jay Gavitt.

Harris County Precinct 3 staff open the Cypress

In addition to Juergen owning much of the prop-

Top museums Tuesday through Thursday from 8

erty near the train depot, he was also the town’s

a.m.–4 p.m. and can provide information and tours

postmaster. After his passing in 1929, his wife

of the buildings. Special tours can be arranged for

became the postmaster. The store closed in the

groups at other times. You can contact the park

early 1930s. Eventually in 1938, one of Juergen’s

staff at cypresstop@pct3.hctx.net or you may call

sons, Clarence, reopened the store. It was operated

them at 281.357.5324. The website is PCT3.com.

by Clarence; his wife, Lilian; or nephew Eugene Zaboroski until Zaboroski retired in 2002.

You can learn more about Cypress history at the Darline Roth Research Library located in the train

Zaboroski inherited much of the Juergen prop-

depot at Cypress Top Historic Park. The library is

erty following Lilian’s death in 1984. He lived in the

open Tuesday through Thursday from 9 a.m.–4

old Juergen home with his wife, Delphine, and their

p.m. and every third Saturday from 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

three daughters. His wife insisted on remodeling the house, which was completed in 1987.

If you are fascinated by history, consider becoming a member of the Cypress Historical Society.

The original exterior shiplap and interior tongue

Families can join for as little as $25. Along with

and groove walls are still in place today. During

the membership, their children can attend the

remodeling, drywall was hung, materials such as

Summer History Camp for free in June. Learn more

wainscoting were installed, and the walls were

at CypressHistoricalSociety

1906

1938

1984

2005

After his marriage to Mary,

Edward Juergen (E.F. Juergen’s

Eugene Zaborowski (E.F.

The Zaborowskis donate the house, buildings and prop-

E.F. purchases the house

son) and his wife, Betty,

Juergen’s grandson) and his

erty to Harris County. This is now Cypress Top Historic

and is listed as living in

acquire the House. The busi-

wife, Delphine, acquire the

Park on Hempstead Highway. The park is open for tours,

the house by 1910.

ness properties are acquired

properties and house. After

including the house, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and

extensive remodeling, they

Thursdays. It is the location of a historical marker and

move into the house.

the home to the Cypress Historical Society.

another

son,

Clarence

Juergen, and his wife, Lillian.

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Bathroom 1: Hill Country Haven This bathroom’s rock shower walls and granite vessel sinks (including rocks!) are reminiscent of the Texas Hill Country. The frameless shower walls make the room appear larger, and the custom cabinets with silver hardware, along with silver faucets, lighting and towel racks, give it a modern flair. The rain head, handheld showerhead and bench finish off this unique bathroom oasis. 24

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Bathroom 2: Elegant Sanctuary The unique rounded mirrors and custom cabinet designs create an elegant feeling in this bathroom. The glass frameless walk-in shower is roomy and includes a rain head and handheld showerhead. The granite countertops have undermount sinks as well as unique hardware and fixtures throughout. From the covers of the electric sockets and light switches to the long bench and delicate horizontal inlay in the tiled shower walls, no detail was overlooked.

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ters on the stairs and walkway expand the

privacy while letting in light.

visual space. Windows in the dining room

The upstairs boasts a game room wired

offer lovely natural light, and the room is

for surround-sound speakers, a large upstairs

finished with crown molding.

bedroom with privacy, an en-suite bathroom

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cooking classes where they will

“pour-off” will feature two divisions:

learn to make breakfast favorites

CASI members and local businesses/

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

with a creative twist on March 12

organizations. Admission and parking

and creative pizzas from scratch on

are free. CI.Tomball.TX.us

Creekwood Grill

March 16. TeaForTwoTearoom.net/

Hosted by Cypress Chapel and ben-

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efitting Shield Bearer, the tournament is group pool play leading to a singleelimination championship bracket. Registration and warm-ups start at

THIRD ANNUAL GOLF FOR HOPE 2019 Augusta Pines Golf Club

KIWANIS CY-FAIR FUNDRAISER

Help Hope Beyond Bridges bring

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Spend an afternoon with your commu-

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nity as Kiwanis Cy-Fair raises money

Lunch and registration begin at 11 a.m.,

to help support the development

and tee time for the 18-hole scramble is

of young leaders in our area. Enjoy

at 1 p.m. Contests include hole-in-one,

CFISD SUPERINTENDENT'S FUN RUN

comfortable seats, great music, lots

longest drive, closest to the pin and

of laughs, fantastic food, a golf pro to

more. Cost is $125 per player and $500

The Berry Center

run the show and so much more! Save

per team. HopeBeyondBridges.org.

This fun-filled community event features

money when you reserve an entire

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a 1-mile run, a family walk and a certi-

bay. KiwanisHoustonCyFair.com

10 a.m., and the tournament starts at 11:30 a.m. with a three-game minimum. CypressChapel.TV/events

fied 5K through Towne Lake. Activities include live music, vendor booths, food trucks, student performances and a

16 HONKY TONK MUSIC FESTIVAL

CY-RANCH HIGH SCHOOL SECOND ANNUAL MATTRESS FUNDRAISER

Enjoy live two-stepping honky-tonk

Get a better night’s sleep AND support

12, 14

music

award-winning

the Second Annual Cypress Ranch

chili from some of the state’s top

Band & Guard Boosters Mattress

SPRING BREAK KIDS' COOKING CLASSES

cooks. Scheduled to perform are Jeff

Fundraiser from 10 a.m.–5 p.m.! Quality

Woolsey and the Dance Hall Kings,

name brands like Simmons and

children's play zone. Money raised at the event will benefit the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation. CFISD.net

Tomball Texas for Fun

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Cy-Ranch High School

Palomino Moon and the Country All-

Beautyrest mattresses are priced up to

Tea for Two Tearoom

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counseling

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