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The Woodlands, Texas 77380

Main Line

All Offices and Departments 281-210-3800

Board Chambers

10001 Woodloch Forest Drive, Suite 600, The Woodlands, Texas 77380 281-210-3800

service Center

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law enforcement and neighborhood services annex 2202 Timberloch Place, Suite 222, The Woodlands, Texas 77380 281-210-3800

The Woodlands Fire department (non-emergency)

9951 Grogan’s Mill road

The Woodlands, Texas 77380 281-367-3444

Parks, Recreation and environmental services 8203 Millennium Forest, The Woodlands, Texas 77381 281-210-3900

Recreation Center

5310 research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, Texas 77381 281-210-3950

Convention & Visitors Bureau

10001 Woodloch Forest Drive, Suite 600, The Woodlands, Texas 77380 281-363-2447

oTher service providers

The Woodlands Joint Powers agency (Water) 281-367-1267

Montgomery County sheriff’s office 281-297-6500 • 936-442-7797

harris County sheriff’s office 713-221-6000

Montgomery County Constable, Precinct 3 281-364-4211

harris County Constable, Precinct 4 281-376-3472

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Founder of The Woodlands, George Mitchell, center, receives a proclamation from The Woodlands Township declaring April 29, 2010, as Cynthia Woods Mitchell Day. The Woodlands Township Chairman of the Board Nelda Luce Blair, left, presented Mr. Mitchell with the proclamation, along with Township President and General Manager Don Norrell at The Woodlands Township meeting on January 27, 2010.

Earlier this year, The Woodlands Township was honored to present George Mitchell, visionary founder of The Woodlands, with a proclamation recognizing the contributions of his wife, Cynthia Woods Mitchell. The proclamation declared Thursday, April 29, 2010, as Cynthia Woods Mitchell Day

On that day, The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion will host a tribute concert with the Houston Symphony featuring some of Mrs. Mitchell’s favorite music.

Mrs. Mitchell passed away after a lengthy illness in late December, but will long be remembered in The Woodlands for her many contributions. In addition to being married to Mr. Mitchell for more than 60 years and being the mother of their 10 children, Mrs. Mitchell was instrumental in giving The Woodlands its descriptive name and was a patron of the arts.

She envisioned The Woodlands as being a place where everyone, not just the elite, could enjoy symphonies, operas and ballets, and her dream came to life in The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, celebrating its 21st season this year.

The Woodlands Township salutes the Mitchells and their enduring vision of The Woodlands. It is a privilege to take that vision into the future.

Nelda Luce Blair

Chairman of the Board

The Woodlands Township

Don Norrell President and General Manager

Nelda Luce Blair Chairman

Lloyd Matthews Vice Chairman

Bruce Tough Vice Chairman

Alex Sutton Secretary

Vicki Richmond Treasurer/ Assistant Secretary

Tom Campbell Director

Kemba DeGroot Director

Peggy Hausman Director

Claude Hunter Director

Bob Kinnear Director Rev. Ed Robb Director

Photo by Ted Washington

Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday 6:00 pm to 7:30 am Weekends: Saturday from noon until 7:30 am Monday Holidays - 24 Hours 281-367-5444

The Woodlands COMMUNITY MAGAZINE

The Official Magazine of The Woodlands Township

The Woodlands Community Magazine is a monthly publication of The Woodlands Township, in partnership with Champions Printing & Publishing, Inc. It is printed and distributed free of charge to residents of The Woodlands. The printing and distribution of The Woodlands Community Magazine are supported entirely by advertising revenue. Please patronize the advertisers whenever possible, and tell them you saw their ad in this magazine and appreciate their support.

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editorial inquiries may be directed to The Woodlands Community Magazine, P.o. Box 7859, The Woodlands, TX, 77387-7859, telephone 281-210-3800. editorial deadlines are the 15th of every month, approximately six weeks in advance of publication. The editors reserve all rights to accept or reject any submissions and reserve all rights to edit for clarity and space. The Woodlands Community Magazine is the official information source of The Woodlands Township. Its purpose is to inform Woodlands residents about the activities of the community and the services provided to them as Woodlands residents.

The Woodlands Community Magazine is a past recipient of The Communicator Award of Distinction and the Bronze Quill Award of Merit from the Houston Chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators.

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Natio N al tale N t Booked for

Earth Day

By Lucinda Valdes

With music, da N ce, comedy a N d circus arts, the eco-performers B ri N g a full day of co N tagious e N ergy to the festival stage.

The Woodlands Earth Day Festival has signed national headliners, Vocal Trash and EarthCapades Environmental Vaudeville to entertain the crowds on Saturday, April 10, at The Woodlands High School.

Delivering a unique mix of oldies, rock and contemporary beats, Vocal Trash combines rich harmonies with the grit of street instruments and hip-hop moves. A gas can guitar, milk urn bass and trash can percussion blend with horns and acoustic instruments. The driving beat comes with an earth-friendly message.

Home-grown Texas talent, Vocal Trash is wowing crowds from coast to coast in appearances at festivals and venues like Six Flags and Madison Square Garden. Kelsey Rae, the female vocalist, explains, “We play to all ages. Good music appeals to everyone, and the kids love the drumming theatrics. It’s a lot of fun.”

Between sets, EarthCapades Environmental Vaudeville takes the stage with the Planetary Circus. Environmental vaudeville, the show captivates with skilled

acrobatics, juggling and music punctuated with humor, improvisation and audience participation.

Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, EarthCapades Environmental Vaudeville enthralls family audiences across the country with their fast-paced routine, combining water conservation and waste reduction with comedy. The circus act hits the audience in the funny bone while showcasing practical solutions to real environmental problems.

Guaranteeing eco-exploration and entertainment for everyone, The Woodlands Earth Day Festival returns to The Woodlands High School, 6101 Research Forest Drive, on Saturday, April 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The free event is organized by The Woodlands Township, The Woodlands G.R.E.E.N. and Conroe Independent School District with sponsorship provided by Waste Management, The Woodlands Development Company, Woodlands Joint Powers Agency, H-E-B and others. For a full schedule of activities, visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/earthday.

t he Woodlands e arth d ay f estival

Saturday, April 10 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Woodlands High School 6101 Research Forest Drive

More than a trend, Bring Your Own Bag (BYOB) is a cultural movement! From practical to fashion forward, reusable bags are becoming the choice of eco-conscious shoppers at the grocery store, mall, pharmacy and big box stores.

Last year, more than 675 residents entered the Feed the Dragon Village Challenge, pledging to pass up single-use plastic and to carry reusable bags instead. Sustainability was a top motive for choosing to BYOB. Saving oil resources and protecting wildlife from the harmful effects of plastic bag litter were also cited. Recognizing the economics of reusable bags, savvy retailers offer incentives for bringing your own.

According to environmental services

manager at The Woodlands Township, Lynne Aldrich, “The community embraced the campaign in such a big way. We are extending it this year.” Beginning March 1 and ending on April 15, residents will earn points for their village and get entered in a prize drawing for pledging to carry reusable shopping bags.

Held in conjunction with The Woodlands Earth Day Festival, the Village Challenge is a friendly competition among villages that rewards the community for taking positive steps for the environment. If you already bring your own bags, we want to know! If not, pledge to do so. Visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/earthday or call 281-210-3900 for more information.

Feed the dragon VILLaGe chaLLeNGe reVISITeD

By Lucinda Valdez

Win PRizes and eaRn PoinTs FoR youR Village!

Pledge to carry reusable shopping bags by visiting the Web site at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/earthday and selecting Village Challenge or by stopping by the Village Challenge booth.

The Woodlands earth day Festival

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Feed the Dragon Village Challenge is sponsored by The Woodlands Township and The Woodlands G.R.E.E.N.

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Work for Parks and Recreation this summer!

filled in the May 2010 election. Filing forms, as well as general information about the election, including names of candidates who have filed and polling location information, are available by visiting the Elections section of The Woodlands Township Web site at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

Relevant dates

• Last Day to File for Place on Ballot (5 p.m.) - March 8, 2010

• Last Day to Order Election - March 8, 2010

• First Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail - March 9, 2010

• Last Day for Declaration of Write-In Candidacy (5 p.m.) - March 15, 2010

• Last Day to Register to Vote - April 8, 2010

• First Day of Early Voting - April 26, 2010

• Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (received not postmarked) - April 30, 2010

applications are being accepted for:

• Lif EG u ARDS from $7.75/hour

• Ro B fLEM i NG Lif EG u ARDS from $8.25/hour

• WATER S A f ET y iNSTR u CT o RS from $10/hour

Work for Parks and Recreation this summer!

• Last Day of Early Voting - May 4, 2010

• Election Date - May 8, 2010

Applications are being accepted for:

Filing information

• Lifeguards from $7.75/hour

Candidates may file for a position on the ballot between February 8, 2010 up to close of business at 5 p.m. on March 8, 2010. Last day for declaration of a write-in candidacy is 5 p.m. on March 15, 2010.

• Rob Fleming Lifeguards from $8.25/hour

additional Resources

• Water Safety Instructors from $10/hour

Additional resources can be found at the Secretary of State Web site at www.sos.state. tx.us/elections/index.shtml and the Texas Ethics Commission Web site at www.ethics.state. tx.us/filinginfo/cohforms.htm.

The Woodlands Township is accepting applications for 2010 summer seasonal positions in the Parks and Recreation Department.

Summer Camp positions available are Head Camp Counselor and Camp Counselor (must be at least 18 years old) from $9/hour.

The Woodlands Township is accepting applications for 2010 summer seasonal positions in the Parks and Recreation Department.

Qualifications for Township director

• 18 years of age

• Resident of Township for six months

• Resident of Texas for 12 months

• U.S. citizen

disqualifications

Counselors will help coordinate and organize recreation programs and activities for children ages 6 to 12 years attending summer camp (June, July and August) at the Recreation Center.

Summer Camp positions available are Head Camp Counselor and Camp Counselor (must be at least 18 years old) from $9/hour. Counselors will help coordinate and organize recreation programs and activities for children ages 6 to 12 years attending summer camp (June, July and August) at the Recreation Center.

• Mental incompetence

• Conviction of felony

Write-in Candidates

A Declaration of Write-In Candidacy must be filed no later than 5 p.m. on March 15, 2010.

Correction: Last month’s issue contained some incorrect information regarding election dates. The filing period for placement on the ballot is February 8 through March 8, 2010, at 5 p.m. A declaration of write-in candidacy must be filed no later than 5 p.m. on March 15, 2010. The Woodlands Community Magazine regrets the errors.

All team members must be at least 16 years of age and successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. Leadership team members will also have to successfully complete an extensive background check. Applications may be obtained from The Woodlands Township, 8203 Millennium Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381.

All team members must be at least 16 years of age and successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. Leadership team members will also have to successfully complete an extensive background check. Applications may be obtained from The Woodlands Township, 8203 Millennium Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381. For additional information or to apply online, please visit our Web site, www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov; click Employment, or call 281-210-3900.

For additional information or to apply online, please visit our Web site, www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov; click Employment, or call 281-210-3900.

281-210-3900

www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

The Woodlands C onvention & v isitors B ureau introduc ES

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The Woodlands has become a popular place for a variety of tourism activities with over five million square feet of shopping, dining and entertainment. With 10 hotel properties containing 1,500 hotel rooms now located within The Woodlands Township boundaries, visitors come for business meetings, conventions, corporate events, sporting events, festivals, reunions, weddings and more.

To attract visitor spending, The Woodlands Convention and Visitors Bureau is implementing a destination sales initiative in 2010 that will coordinate with hotel properties and other organizations in bringing group business to The Woodlands including tours, sporting events, weddings, reunions, trade shows, convention groups, and other groups bringing visitors to The Woodlands. All of this translates into vibrant economic development for businesses in The Woodlands, according to

The Woodlands Convention and Visitors Bureau President Nick Wolda.

“There are millions of dollars of investment in local retail business in The Woodlands,” Mr. Wolda said. “This provides a great opportunity for shopping, dining and entertainment for The Woodlands residents, but also needs to be supported by visitors to sustain economic vitality.”

The Woodlands Convention and Visitors Bureau conducts market research on who is coming to The Woodlands through its Visitors Services program in conjunction with the South Montgomery County Woodlands Chamber of Commerce. In 2009, more than 85,000 visitors stopped by two Visitors Services locations at Market Street and The Woodlands Mall, respectively. Interestingly, all 50 states and 79 countries were represented. In all, 665 different zip codes were logged through this program. Clearly, The Woodlands has become

a destination point for many different activities. With the Group Sales Initiative, The Woodlands Convention and Visitors Bureau will work with meeting planners and other organizations to promote The Woodlands as a great place for meetings, conventions, reunions, weddings, and much more. Through the group sales initiative, The Woodlands Convention and Visitors Bureau will strengthen The Woodlands’ image and visibility as a premier destination for meetings, sporting events, reunions, weddings, conventions and more.

If you are interested in planning your next event in The Woodlands, e-mail info@thewoodlandscvb.com or call 281-363-2447.

lands top 100 ranking by art Fair source Book

The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival

has earned a spot on the “Top 100 for 2010” festival listing by Art Fair Source Book, the definitive guide to the best juried art and craft fairs in the United States

The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival ranked number 68 out of 564 festivals nationwide in the Fine Art and Fine Craft category based on net average sales per artist.

To be held the weekend of April 10 through 11, 2010 in The Woodlands Town Center along the banks of The Woodlands Waterway, this year’s festival will feature approximately 200 fine arts and crafts artists selected to exhibit in this juried show. Over 674 artists applied this year.

“We are extremely proud to be named among the Top 100 list of festivals in the nation,” said Brenda Gottlieb, festival executive director for The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival. “In just five years, we’ve achieved a great reputation within the short amount of time we’ve been in business. That success is attributed

to the great setting that the Waterway offers, as well as the contributions from our generous sponsors and dedicated volunteers. We look forward to another record turnout in April and encourage the community and visitors alike to come out and discover great art.”

The festival will feature national and regional artists in 14 mediums selling their original creations, including clay, drawing, fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media 2D and 3D, painting, pastel, photography, sculpture, textile, watercolor, and wood.

Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Admission is $10 for adults. Children 12 and under are admitted free of charge. Two-day tickets are $15. Proceeds from the festival benefit local charity partners including The Pavilion Partners, The Woodlands Art League and The Woodlands Children’s Museum.

The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival is produced by The Woodlands

(281) 507-0343 or visit www.woodlandsartsfestival.com.

Waterway Arts Council, a 501 (c) 3 non profit organization providing financial support to local organizations. For more information, or to inquire about volunteer opportunities, call

sunday evenings at northshore Park, 2505 lake Woodlands drive

Bring your lawn chairs, a picnic and the whole family for an evening of fun!

sPRing 200 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

March 28 cold Shot Variety

april 4 Jimmy Needham christian

april 11 kyle hutton Band country

april 18 Toast and Jam 80s/90s Variety

april 25 Nigel edison Band country

suMMeR 200 7 to 9 p.m.

June 6

Level one Band Motown review

June 13 Miss Leslie & her Juke Jointers country

June 20 Fab 5 British Invasion

June 27 Patricia Vonne Spanish roots rock

July 4 Troy hess & Texas heartbreakers country

Fall 200 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

october 3 akina adderly Jazz

october 10 Swing Thing country Swing

october 17 Fab 5 British Invasion

october 24 Johannes Linstead Smooth Jazz

Concert in the Park is a program of The Woodlands Township. for more information, please call 281-210-3900, or visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

Stage Sponsor

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Tuesday, March 2

Creekside Park Village Association Meeting

2201 Lake Woodlands Drive

7 p.m.

281-210-3889

Wednesday, March 3

Development Standards Committee Meeting*

Thursday, March 4

Residential Design Review Committee Meetings*

Friday, March 5

Gorilla Hole

The recreation center

7 p.m.

281-210-3950

This event is geared to 5th and 6th graders. There is a $7 admittance fee.

saturday, March 6

Spring Fever 5K Fun Run/Walk Grogan’s Point Park, 180 Grogan’s Point road

8 a.m. – Kid’s race

8:30 a.m. – 5K race

For more information, please call 281-210-3900.

Serving our Seniors Interfaith of The Woodlands

9 a.m.

For more information, contact Lori Mercer at 832-615-8224.

FREE Compost Class

8203 Millennium Forest Drive

11 a.m. to noon

For more information, call 281-210-3900.

In the Spotlight

Teen Talent Show

The Lodge at rob Fleming Park, 6055 creekside Forest Drive

6:30 p.m.

281-210-3950

Tuesday, March 9

Heartsaver CPR Emergency Training center

6:30 to 10 p.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5823.

Indian Springs Village Association Meeting 2201 Lake Woodlands Drive 7 p.m.

281-210-3887

Alden Bridge Village Association Meeting 2201 Lake Woodlands Drive 7 p.m.

281-210-3886

Wednesday, March 10

The Woodlands Township Executive Committee Meeting 10001 Woodloch Forest Drive, Suite 600 9 a.m.

281-210-3800

Thursday, March 11

Residential Design Review Committee Meetings*

Panther Creek Village Association Meeting

2201 Lake Woodlands Drive 7:30 p.m.

281-210-5808

Walk in the Woods Nature Lecture

Kemp’s ridley Sea Turtle: Conservation of a rare Texas Treasure Mccullough Junior high School

7:30 p.m. 281-210-3900

saturday, March 3

Healthcare Provider CPR Class emergency Training center

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5823.

Monday, March 5

Grogan’s Mill Village Association Meeting

2201 Lake Woodlands Drive

6:30 p.m. 281-210-5808

College Park Village Association Meeting emergency Training center 7:30 p.m.

281-210-3889

Tuesday, March 6

Healthcare Provider CPR Class emergency Training center

6:30 to 10 p.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5823.

Wednesday, March 7

St. Patrick’s Day

Development Standards Committee Meeting*

Friday, March 9

Healthcare Provider Renewal CPR Class emergency Training center 9 to 11 a.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5823.

Gorilla Hole

The recreation center

7 p.m.

281-210-3950

This event is geared to 5th and 6th graders.

There is a $7 admittance fee.

saturday, March 20

Heartsaver CPR Class emergency Training center

9 a.m. to noon

To register, please call 281-210-5823.

First Aid Class emergency Training center noon to 2:30 p.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5823.

Monday, March 22

Sterling Ridge Village Association Meeting Mitchell Library, 8125 ashlane Way

7 p.m. 281-210-3888

Tuesday, March 23

Healthcare Provider CPR Class emergency Training center

6:30 to 10 p.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5823.

Cochran’s Crossing Village Association Meeting

2201 Lake Woodlands Drive

7:30 p.m. 281-210-3887

Wednesday, March 24

The Woodlands Township Board of Directors Meeting 10001 Woodloch Forest Drive, Suite 600 9 a.m. 281-210-3800

saturday, March 27

The Sixth Annual Spring Home & Garden Show

The Woodlands Waterway Marriott

9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

www.WoodlandsShows.com

Camp Ter-Ra-Mont, March 27-28

Terramont Park, 8500 Terramont Drive

2 p.m. to 9 a.m.

281-210-3950

sunday, March 28

The Sixth Annual Spring Home & Garden Show

The Woodlands Waterway Marriott 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

www.WoodlandsShows.com

FREE Concert-in-the-Park cold Shot (Variety) Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

For more information, call 281-210-3900.

Tuesday, March 30

Healthcare Provider CPR Class emergency Training center

6:30 to 10 p.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5823.

upcoming events:

saturday, april 3

Farmer’s Market

8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine) Grogan’s Mill Village Shopping center, 2230 Buckthorne Place

www.grogansmillvillage.com

For more information, please call Lorraine richardson at 713-992-5983.

Muddy Trails Bash

rob Fleming Park, 6055 creekside Forest Drive 3 to 8 p.m.

281-210-3900

FREE Concert-in-the-Park

Jimmy Needham (christian Band)

Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Drive 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

For more information, call 281-210-3900.

saturday, april 0

The Woodlands Earth Day Festival

The Woodlands high School 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

281-210-3900

The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival

The Woodlands Waterway 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

www.woodlandsartfestival.com admission is $10 for adults. children 12 and under are free.

sunday, april 

The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival

The Woodlands Waterway 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

www.woodlandsartfestival.com admission is $10 for adults. children 12 and under are free.

*Please visit the calendar at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov for listings, or call the office at 281-210-3800.

alden Bridge

Congratulations to the winners of The Woodlands Township Residential Design Review Committee and Village Association elections! We appreciate your participation in the election process! March is the start of our new year, and our annual meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 9, at 7 p.m., at the Township Service Center, 2201 Lake Woodlands Drive. All residents are invited to join us as we thank outgoing Village Association members, welcome new members, and recap the year.

We have lots of events on the horizon. Our biggest village event, the annual Spring Festival and Easter Egg Hunt, will be held on Saturday, April 3. The Yard of the Month contest begins again soon with the first 2010 winner to be chosen in late April. We’ll participate in the village associations’ outing to Minute Maid Park again this year. Watch our Web site, newsletter and this column for details on all of these events.

Thursday, April 1, is the deadline to submit applications for Alden Bridge scholarships, so don’t let this opportunity pass. Applications may be obtained from school counselors or downloaded from our Web site, www.aldenbridge.org. Alden Bridge resident students going on to higher education in 2010 are eligible to apply.

Send your e-mail address to info@aldenbridge.org so we can add you to the mailing list for our monthly e-mail newsletter, and visit our Web site, www.aldenbridge.org, for news of Alden Bridge and The Woodlands.

Submitted by Darla Bell

cochran’s crossing

The weather’s warming and the buds are popping, which is a sure sign the scholarship season is upon us. If you’re a budding genius with plans to depart the warmth, security and free ride you’ve been getting at home for the halls of higher learning, listen up. Applications for Cochran’s Crossing Village Association scholarships are available at your school career office. $500 scholarships will be awarded to two graduating high school seniors who are residents of Cochran’s Crossing. If you fit this description, possess a stellar high school record and plan on continuing your education, apply by Tuesday, March 22. It’s that easy and it just might help soften the blow on the family finances.

Cochran’s Crossing Village Association Annual Meeting

7:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 27 Township Service Center

2201 Lake Woodlands Drive

Submitted by Bill Mara

college park

Congratulations to the newly elected village representatives! Please come to the annual meeting on March 15 to meet your new officers. We will also honor the service of Ted Stanley, who has worked very hard to represent the village of College Park as our The Woodlands Association Director for the past six

years. I would encourage any resident or neighbor to attend and help us honor a man who has helped the village through difficulties in the past and has led us into the new future of The Woodlands.

In addition, a special guest speaker from The Woodlands Township will be there to address the board. It will be very interesting, and refreshments will be served.

A reminder that scholarship applications are due Monday, March 15, and are available from the College Park High School guidance office or from any village association member. The College Park Village Association is proud to offer two $1,000 scholarships to students graduating from high school who reside in the village. Applications will be accepted at the meeting or via mail prior to the deadline date. Our regularly scheduled meeting will be Monday, March 15, at 7:30 p.m. at the Emergency Training Center. We welcome residents and will be ready to address their questions and concerns.

Submitted by Gail Carney

creekside park

The Village of Creekside Park’s First Annual Chili Cook-off and Winter Festival was a tremendous success! Many thanks to all of the sponsors, participants, volunteers and attendees that took part in the event. Eight teams arrived in the early morning at Rob Fleming Park to slice and dice ingredients and get their large pots of chili simmering. Everyone enjoyed socializing while also watching NFL game action on the high-tech satellite TV trailer provided by Home Media Professionals. Things got really interesting when Ice Express arrived and blew 30,000 pounds of snow to create a giant snow and sledding

Ev E nt S in you R n E i G h B orhood

hill. Festivities officially kicked off at 1 p.m., and despite the cloudy weather, more than 700 residents enjoyed tasting chili samples, building snowmen, face painting, and of course endless trips up and down the sledding hill for the kids. Joel Deretchin, Claude Hunter, Gary Gelfman and Ashley Parker from Jasper’s were the honored guest judges. After careful deliberation, Ragin’ Cajun led by Roxanne Gautreau was declared the winner. The people’s choice vote also went to Ragin’ Cajun, confirming their chili excellence!

Congratulations to the winners of the 2009 Holiday Lighting and Decorating contest. Jerry and Denise Torok won the Best Home award and attracted many visitors eager to view the “floating star” shining high in the dark night sky behind their home. Tunica Pass - Lasting Spring Circle won the Best Neighborhood award with their festive and unique train concept featuring custom-painted train cars on the front lawns of more than 30 homes.

If you haven’t already, please visit www.creeksideparkvillage.com to register for official village events and news alerts.

Submitted by Nancy Decker Lent

panther creek

We would like to congratulate all candidates elected into office last month. Newly-elected officers for the Panther Creek Village Association will be installed at the Annual Meeting held at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 18, at The Woodlands Township Service Center, 2201 Lake Woodlands Drive. All Panther Creek residents are welcome and are encouraged to attend. Every resident of Panther Creek is a member of the association and can

participate in discussions and voting at all village meetings.

The Annual Baseball Outing will be Saturday, September 11, and tickets are $16 each. This is a great time to bring the whole family and guests as the Astros host the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Panther Creek Village Association will provide bus transportation from the Panther Creek Village Center to Minute Maid Park and back. Contact Mary Bootz at 281-296-9960 for information and tickets.

The Residential Design Review Committee recently noted several violations. The largest violation has been trash, refuse or recycling containers visible from the street. All residents are reminded about The Woodlands Residential Development Standards, Home Maintenance Section 3.2.D.4 which states “trash and refuse containers must be stored out of view from the street or from adjacent and surrounding property at all times except during waste collection.”

The Woodlands Spring Flea Market schedule remains to be determined as the final dates have not been set. Please call the Flea Market Hotline at 281-210-3976 for updated information.

For news and additional information within our village, please visit our Web site, www.panthercreekvillageassociation.org.

Submitted by Everett Ison

sterling ridge

Wise Eyes speaker at our March meeting

Come to our March meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 22, at the Mitchell Library. A representative from the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office will discuss the Wise Eyes crime prevention program.

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Ald E n Brid GE

The alden Bridge Village association (aBVa) meets on the second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m at the Township Service center, 2201 Lake Woodlands Drive. Please join us!

Web site www.aldenbridge.org

Questions? call your village liaison at 281-210-3886 or Village association President Phillip Barker at 281-364-1623.

c ochr A n’ S c ro SS in G

The cochran’s crossing Village association (ccVa) meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the Township Service center, 2201 Lake Woodlands Drive. Please join us!

Questions? call your village liaison at 281-210-3887 or Village association President Nancy Becker at 936-321-4264.

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The college Park Village association (cPVa) meets on the third Monday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at The Woodlands emergency Training center. Please join us!

Web site www.villageofcollegepark.com

Questions? call your village liaison at 281-210-3889 or Village association President Glen Bernstein at 936-273-3274.

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The Woodlands creekside Park Village association (TWcPVa) meets on the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Township Service center, 2201 Lake Woodlands Drive. Please join us!

Web site www.creeksideparkvillage.com

Questions? call your village liaison at 281-210-3889.

Gro GA n’ S Mill

The Grogan’s Mill Village association (GMVa) meets on the third Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the Township Service center, 2201 Lake Woodlands Drive. Please join us!

Web site www.grogansmillvillage.com

Questions? call your village liaison at 281-210-5808 or Village association President Deborah Sargeant at 281-292-5341.

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The Indian Springs Village association (ISVa) meets on the second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Township Service center, 2201 Lake Woodlands Drive. Please join us!

Web site www.indianspringsvillage.com

Questions? call your village liaison at 281-210-3887 or Village association President ron kostelny at 281-362-8677.

PA nth E r c r EE k

The Panther creek Village association (PcVa) meets on the second Thursday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the Township Service center, 2201 Lake Woodlands Drive. Please join us!

Web site www.panthercreekvillageassociation.org

Questions? call your village liaison at 281-210-5808 or Village association President Dan Booren at 281-292-8617.

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The Sterling ridge Village association (SrVa) meets the fourth Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the George and cynthia Woods Mitchell Library meeting room, 8125 ashlane Way. Please join us!

Web site www.sterling-ridge.org

Questions? call your village liaison at 281-210-3888 or Village association President Phillip Givens at 281-419-9331.

Mee T ing i n F o RM a T ion

New Officers

Elections were held in February for Sterling Ridge Village Association representatives, who attend monthly Sterling Ridge Village Association meetings as well as volunteer their time for special events and committees. The new officers were elected at the February meeting. See the Sterling Ridge Web site for details.

Spring Activities at Terramont Park

Rabbit Race – activities include bunny sack pursuit, egg relays, jelly bean toss and cool crafts. Ages: 6 to 10. Fee: $15/child, $7/additional sibling.

Date: Saturday, April 3. Time: noon

Fun with the Easter Bunny – let your child get up close with the Easter Bunny. This program includes fun activities, an egg hunt, snacks and photos with the Easter Bunny. Ages: all. Fee: $15/child, $7/additional sibling. Date: Saturday, April 3. Time: 10 a.m.

Sign up for either activity online at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

Sterling Ridge Village Association

To get more information about current events or to volunteer for events within Sterling Ridge, check out our Web site at www.sterling-ridge.org. The Web site also has dates and times for future meetings as well as a list of speakers for those meetings. E-mail us to get our monthly newsletter at srva_information@sterling-ridge.org. Meetings are typically held at 7 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month at the Mitchell Library. Check the calendar on the Web site to verify dates, times and locations of meetings.

Submitted by

Robin Lynch

The intense blue and lavender blooms of stokes aster can help ease the winter blues or brighten up a spring garden.

Bloomer: The ST oke S aST er

Stokes aster, also called stokesia or cornflower aster, is a spring and early summer bloomer providing colorful, relatively large daisy-like flowers. The blooms can reach five inches across.

Stokes aster, used as an accent plant, provides flowers ranging from blue and butter yellow to white, depending on the variety. Planted with coreopsis, milkweed, verbena and Copper Canyon daisy, the plant adds color, shape and variety to the garden.

Used as a border plant, the long, lance-shaped leaves and mounding tendency offer strength and structure. Even though the plant is drought-tolerant, it also grows well among plants like pickerel weed along the edges of ponds and rain gardens.

Stokes aster is a native North American plant, more common in the southeastern United States. Being a southeastern native, the plant does well

By Robert Dailey

in slightly acidic to neutral, well-drained soils. Stokes aster thrives in either sun or light shade.

Flowers from Stokes aster are long-lasting, both on the plant and as cut flowers. Deadheading before the flower goes to seed encourages more blooms throughout the summer.

Stokes aster propagates with cuttings taken from the plant’s wire-like roots, from seed and from division. Plant now for an abundance of large and colorful flowers. Local native plant nurseries carry Stokes aster. Attendees of this year’s Earth Day in The Woodlands (Saturday, April 10, The Woodlands High School) can also purchase the plant there. More information about Stokes aster is available in the Plant Focus Brochure, Spring Blooming Perennials, from The Woodlands Township at 281-210-3900.

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Litter Project in Terramont Park

Fifteen Daisy Scouts from Troop 11797 recently met in Terramont Park to pick up litter as part of a community service project. The girls, all first-graders from Galatas and Deretchin Elementary Schools, were sponsored by the United Way Days of Caring. The girls enthusiastically picked up 18 gallons of litter, which filled a recycling bin. Their work is much appreciated by The Woodlands Township.

For more information on The Woodlands Township government, please call 281-210-3800 or visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

Photo by Lucinda Valdes

Photo by Jon k renytzky

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By Lucinda Valdes

Named a “New Eco Role Model” by O Magazine, Carole Allen presents Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle: Conservation of a Rare Texas Treasure on Thursday, March 11, at 7:30 p.m., at McCullough Jr. High School.

A North Houston resident since 1973, Mrs. Allen founded HEART, Help Endangered Animals-Ridley Turtles, when her daughter was in elementary school. The heart-shaped turtle captured the

Rare Texas Treasure

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hearts and imaginations of children and a nation. The conservationist is now the Gulf Office Director of Sea Turtle Restoration Project, an international organization dedicated to preserving all seven species of threatened and endangered turtles.

Kemp’s Ridley turtles are the smallest of the ocean dwelling species. About every two years, only the females come ashore to nest and lay eggs, producing 50 to 130 eggs per clutch. After hatching, males spend their entire lives at sea.

Mrs. Allen chronicles the perilous journey of the rare Texas treasure and how conservation efforts on the Gulf Coast are increasing their numbers. In 2009, from Bolivar Peninsula to Boca Chica Beach, 197 Kemp’s Ridley nests were documented, giving hope for the endangered animal.

Spend an inspiring evening with a true Texas heroine at the next Walk in the Woods Nature Lecture on Thursday, March 11, at 7:30 p.m., in the L.G.I. Lecture Hall at McCullough Jr. High School, 3800 S. Panther Creek Drive. This free program of The Woodlands Township is sponsored by The Woodlands G.R.E.E.N., Waste Management, Hilton Courtyard Inn and The Pineywoods Nursery.

For more information, visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov or call The Woodlands Township at 281-210-3900.

At left: Satellite tracking of individual Kemp’s ridley turtles provides scientists with important clues about their ecological role, migration pattern and how to reduce threats to the ancient species. Learn more about this Texas treasure on Thursday, March 11.

Photo provided by Sea Turtle restoration Project

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Water Bunnies

Expect lots of Easter fun for children ages 1 to 5, including an egg hunt and an Easter craft. Bring your camera for photos with the Easter Bunny. The egg hunt begins promptly at 10 a.m. Please pre-register as space is limited. The fee is $15 per child with an $8 discount for siblings.

Monday, March 29, 0 a.m. Waterway square®

Fun with the Easter Bunny

Get up close with the Easter Bunny! This program is fun for all ages with activities, an egg hunt, snacks and photos with the Bunny. The fee is $15 per child with an $8 discount for siblings.

Tuesday, March 30, 0 a.m. Bear Branch Park

saturday, april 3, 0 a.m. Terramont Park

Easter Puppy Bone Hunt

Bring your best friend to the dog park to search for his own Easter treat! Create a special holiday craft and take a photo with the Easter Bunny. Fun for the whole family. The fee is $10 per dog; $15 per dog day of event, if space permits.

Tuesday, March 30, 6 p.m. harper’s landing dog Park

Evening with the Easter Bunny at Waterway Square®

Celebrate Easter in style at Waterway Square®. All ages will enjoy an egg hunt, crafts, music and games. Bring a camera to take photos with the Easter Bunny by the fountains. The egg hunt begins promptly at 6:15 p.m. Please pre-register as space is limited. The fee is $15 per child with an $8 discount for siblings.

Tuesday, March 30, 6 p.m. Waterway square®

The Great Egg Pursuit

Join the greatest and biggest egg hunt around: 2,000 eggs stuffed with Easter goodies will be hidden around The Lodge at Rob Fleming Park. Prizes

will be awarded for “special” eggs found. Recommended for children 4 years and older. The fee is $7 per child; $10 per child day of event, if space permits.

Thursday, april , 5 p.m.

The lodge at Rob Fleming Park

Rabbit Race

Kids ages 6 to 10 will enjoy this “egg”-cellent event, with a bunny sack pursuit, egg relays, jelly bean toss and cool crafts. The Easter Bunny might even show up! The fee is $15 per child with an $8 discount for siblings.

saturday, april 3, noon

Terramont Park

Preregistration is required for most events. Please call 281-210-3950.

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t he Woodlands CoMMuniTy eMeRgenCy ResPonse TeaM

By Mike Thomson

The Woodlands Fire Department was excited to launch The Woodlands CERT program last year, with the assistance of Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management.

The Woodlands Fire Department Chief Alan B. Benson was thrilled to have the resources to offer this very important program to the ever-increasing number of residents in The Woodlands. More than 100 residents have already completed The Woodlands CERT training, and many more are on the waiting list!

The Woodlands program is part of an effort that began in California in 1987 and has spread nationwide under a program sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security through FEMA. The premise behind CERT is that during a major disaster, local services can easily

be overwhelmed. When minutes count, local first responders such as fire, police and medical services may take additional time in order to reach every workplace or neighborhood. Factors such as number of victims, communication failures, and road blockages may prevent people from accessing emergency services they have come to expect at a moment’s notice through 911. As a result, people will have to rely on each other for help in order to meet their immediate life-saving and life-sustaining needs.

According to John Raybon, neighborhood services manager with The Woodlands Township, efforts are also underway with The Woodlands Township to promote CERT training through The Woodlands Watch program given the synergism between the two community

organizations. Besides the training, The Woodlands CERT participates in various neighborhood and village events throughout the year.

Due to overwhelming community interest in the free training, more CERT classes are scheduled for 2010, along with various continuing education seminars for graduates of the program.

200 Basic CeRT Classes

March 16 – May 4

July 13 – august 31

200 Continuing education seminars april 13 June 22

September 14

Additionally, a CERT Council has been established to oversee efforts within the eight villages while a Woodlands CERT facilitator manages the program and training. Plans call for the creation of CERT teams in each village initially and then ultimately in each neighborhood.

Woodlands CeRT Council Village Representatives

Alden Bridge Claude Hunter

Creekside Park Open

Cochran’s Crossing Art Escamia

College Park Glen Bernstein

Grogan’s Mill Mike Thomson

Indian Springs Randy Scott

Panther Creek Scott Darby

Sterling Ridge Tim Alexander

Held at The Woodlands Emergency Training Center over an eight-week period, the CERT course is taught by a team of expert first responders with a full-scale disaster simulation exercise conducted at graduation. Classes meet one night a week for three hours with most sessions involving practical exercises as well as classroom instruction.

Course syllabus:

Class  Disaster Preparedness: Registration; Introduction; Hazard Mitigation; Disasters and Hazards in Montgomery County; Home, Workplace, and Community Preparedness

Class 2 Fire Safety: Fire Chemistry; Reducing Fire Hazards; Hazardous Materials; Hands-on Fire Extinguisher Exercise

Class 3 Disaster Medical Operations

(part 1): Recognizing Life-Threatening Conditions; Treating Life-Threatening Conditions; Triage

Class 4 Disaster Medical Operations (part 2): Public Health Considerations; Establishing Treatment Areas; Conducting Head-to-Toe Assessments; Treating Non Life-Threatening Injuries

Class 5 Light Search and Rescue: Search and Rescue Size-up; Conducting Search and Rescue Operations; Hands-on Rescue/Cribbing Exercise

Class 6 CERT Organization and Disaster Psychology: CERT

$5

Organization; CERT Decision Making; Documentation; Team Well-Being; Working with Survivors’ Trauma

Class 7 Terrorism and CERT: What is Terrorism; Terrorism Targets; Terrorism Weapons; Preparing at Home and Work

Class 8 Disaster Simulation: Course Review; Disaster Simulation

The Woodlands residents who are interested in registering for CERT may contact their Village CERT Representative (listed above) or contact Rachel Mitchell at The Woodlands Fire Department, 281-210-5833. Other Montgomery County residents interested in CERT training should contact the Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management at 936-523-3903.

Nationwide, there are several million CERT teams including about 50,000 in Texas, the largest number of any state. The Woodlands is excited to join in on their efforts! Further information about CERT can be found at http://www.citizencorps.gov/cert.

• Boys and girls ages 4* to 18

• Full uniform

• Trophy to every player

• Equal playing time

• Play every position

FFPS gives every kid the chance To PlAy. Our soccer league promotes fun, fair positive soccer— just as it should be.

Sign Up by March 23 and Save $5 Games Begin April 10

Give your child the chance to play for a greater goal. Sign up at www.ffps.org or 800.828.7529 today, and join the positive side of soccer.

• Balanced/coed teams

• No tryouts

• One practice per week

• Positive coaching

• No Travel

• All games played on Saturday at The Woodlands High - 9th grade *4-year-olds must turn 5 by 12/31/10

By Willie Fowlkes

The Muddy Trails Bash is set for Saturday, April 3, 2010, at Rob Fleming Park in the Village of Creekside Park. If you are ready for some mudbuggin’ fun, you will be able to enjoy the event from 3 to 8 p.m. Highlights of the event include the Muddy Bowl Cook-off, the Little Muddy Kid’s Fun Run and the

Muddy Trails 5K and 10K races. The event, in its third year, will feature the Tommy Dardar Band performing live zydeco music. The races kick off with the Kid’s Fun Run set to start at 5 p.m., followed by a USA Track and Field sanctioned, certified 10K at 5:30 p.m. and 5K at 5:40 p.m. Concessions will be available, and we are anticipating up to 2,000 in attendance.

Last year’s Muddy Bowl Cook-off was a hit with eight teams competing to win the Most Unique Crawfish Recipe and People’s Choice awards. Three judges enjoyed various samples from competitors with unique team names such as Crawfish Cowboys, Spice Girls and Skeeter Beater Crawfish Eaters. Each team spent time not only mastering their secret crawfish recipe but also decorating their tent to win the Best Decorated Tent award.

For more information on how to participate in the annual Muddy Bowl Cook-off, please contact Angel Nicks at anicks@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

The running events will attract runners and walkers of all ages with its course winding through the beautiful trails of the George Mitchell Nature Preserve. All children will receive a finisher’s medal and a participant shirt. Individual 5K and 10K awards will be presented for the top female and male finishers, top females and males masters (ages 40 and older) and the top three males and females in eight different age categories. The post-race family event will include the awards ceremony, music, food and drinks.

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The Muddy Trails Bash is supported by sponsors: Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine, Liberty Mutual, The Woodlands Development Company and Luke’s Locker. Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine currently offers race participants the opportunity for free sport injury screenings every Monday beginning at 4 p.m., by appointment only. To take advantage of this sponsor benefit, please call Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine at 281-364-2549. Liberty Mutual will host discounted registration days, “Mutual Mondays”, in the month of March. In conjunction with the Interfaith Food Pantry, if a participant brings five non-perishable food items to the Liberty Mutual The Woodlands location, they will receive an $8 discount on their registration.

For additional information and to register online, visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov, or contact Willie Fowlkes at 281-210-3900.

The following locations also have applications: Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine, and Shadowbend and Branch Crossing YMCAs. Walk-in registration is accepted at Luke’s Locker and The Woodlands Recreation Center.

Who ’s aT T he d oor?

Dealing with Solicitors

By Anne Spaulding

springtime may mean more strangers at our doors asking us to purchase products or contribute to causes.

What should you do if a solicitor rings your doorbell?

1. The most important thing to remember is: Never open the door to someone you do not know. All communication with a solicitor or any other stranger at your door should be through the door. Once you open the door to someone you don’t know, you are putting yourself and your loved ones at risk. If you have a solid wood door and no window nearby, consider installing a peephole.

Sheriff’s Office at 936-442-7797 or the Harris County Precinct 4 Constables Office at 281-376-3472. Report that there is a trespasser on your property who refuses to leave despite your request that he or she do so.

5. Don’t worry about hurting the solicitor’s feelings or making him or her angry. This person is invading your personal property. You have not asked this person to your home.

6. Don’t ignore a solicitor as a way of making him or her think that no one is home. The solicitor could be a potential thief who is ringing your doorbell as a way to determine if the house is empty.

solicitors from doing business in your neighborhood. However, it is crucial that all your neighbors take an active part in discouraging solicitors. If everyone in your neighborhood refuses to open their doors to strangers, solicitors will eventually realize that your neighborhood is not worth their time.

2. Make sure you have a No Solicitors sticker near or on the door, which can be obtained by joining The Woodlands Watch. A No Solicitors sticker puts solicitors on notice that you do not want their business. If they ignore the sticker, point to it (from inside the house) and walk away. If you do not have a way to see the solicitor from inside your home, speak through the door and tell them to leave.

3. If the solicitor refuses to leave, state (from inside your house) “Leave my property now. If you do not, I will call the police.” Although soliciting is not illegal, trespassing is. If you tell someone to leave your property and he or she does not, they are trespassing.

4. If the solicitor continues to harass you, call the Montgomery County

Although soliciting is not illegal in The Woodlands, by following the steps above, you and your neighbors can deter

All members of The Woodlands Watch receive a No Solicitors sticker, as well as tips on responding to solicitors. If you are not yet a member of The Woodlands Watch, contact The Woodlands Township at 281-210-3800 or neighbor@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov. If your neighborhood does not have an active Watch program, consider volunteering to be a neighborhood watch coordinator.

In the Spotlight Teen Talent Show

The seventh annual In the Spotlight Teen Talent Show is your chance to catch one of the most exciting teen events in The Woodlands! The event is designed to highlight the talents of teens in the Montgomery County area.

Categories may consist of, but will not be limited to, the best band performance, best vocal performance, best musical performance and best dance performance. The overall winner will be awarded a prize of $300; additional prizes will be awarded to all category finalists.

Admission is free. The teen talent show will take place Saturday, March 6, from 6:30 to 9 p.m., at The Lodge at Rob Fleming Park, 6055 Creekside Forest Drive. For more information, please contact The Woodlands Recreation Center at 281-210-3950 or visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

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Photographs may be submitted, and are encouraged, for publication either within the magazine or on the cover. There is no payment for photographs featured either within the publication or on the cover. Both amateur and professional slides and photographs, featuring Woodlands people and scenes, are welcome.

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