April 2012

The woodlands waterway Arts Festival

The woodlands governance: OnLIne PARTIcIPATIOn sOughT

The woodlands Township Board of directors election

www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov

The Woodlands ToWnship

2801 Technology Forest Boulevard, The Woodlands, Texas 77381

main line

All Offices and Departments 28-20-3800

Fire department (non-emergency) 281-367-3444

Parks, Recreation and environmental services 8203 Millennium Forest, The Woodlands, Texas 77381 281-210-3800

Recreation Center

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

oTher serviCe providers

The Woodlands Joint Powers agency (Water) 281-367-1271

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 emergency 9

The Woodlands Township Thanks Soccer Teams

The Woodlands Township Board of Directors recently recognized The Woodlands

High school Highlanders soccer Teams for the grounds maintenance work they, along with adult volunteers, did at both u.s. Post Offices in The Woodlands. The work included mowing, trimming, edging, weeding and mulching. Additionally, the teams swept parking lots, pressure-washed sidewalks, and at the Lake Front Circle Post Office, they painted parking light pole bases safety yellow. The junior varsity soccer team members worked at the Panther Creek Post Office while the varsity soccer team members worked at the Lake Front Circle Post Office.

For emergency information specific to The Woodlands, listen to K-Star Country, KVST-FM, the official emergency broadcast partner of The Woodlands Township.

Board

Nelda Blair Position No. 5 Director

Tom Campbell Position No. 2 Director

Peggy Hausman Position No. 6 Director

Bruce Tough

No. 7

Lloyd Matthews

No. 3

Ed Robb

No. 4 Treasurer

Claude Hunter

No. 1 Secretary

Don Norrell President and General Manager

Pictured above are The Woodlands Township Board of Directors along with members of The Woodlands High School Highlanders Soccer Teams at a recent Township board meeting.

The Woodlands

C ommuni T y 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.

Cham P ions sTa FF

President, Publisher James E. Callahan, Jr. account executives

Connie Krell

Charlotte Blanco

Cheryl Kirsch

Creative director lori Short graphic designers Jami Davis

Charlene Strine

T o W nshi P sTa FF director of Community Relations Nick Wolda editor Mary Connell assistant editor Elena Smith

Copy editor laura Garvey editorial assistant Terri Jefferies

advertising inquiries, rate requests and change of address/delivery inquiries may be directed to:

6608 FM 1960 W., suite G houston, Texas 77069 281-583-7661

www.championsprinting.com

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 Township 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.

PALM SUNDAY | APRIL 1

8:30 & 9:35 a.m. Chapel Worship

9:15 a.m. The Harvest Contemporary 11 a.m.+ Traditional Worship

MAUNDY THURSDAY | APRIL 5

7:30 p.m.+ Traditional Worship

GOOD FRIDAY | APRIL 6

12 p.m. Chapel Worship 5 p.m. Community Fish Fry

7 p.m.+ Contemporary Worship

HOLY SATURDAY | APRIL 7

10 a.m. Children’s Easter Egg Hunt

6:11 p.m. Loft Contemporary Worship

EASTER SUNDAY | APRIL 8

8 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 11 a.m.+ Traditional Worship

9:29 a.m.+ & 11:11 a.m.

Loft Contemporary Worship

Annual Triathlon Set for May 5, 2012

By Pamela Woods

as one of the premier multi-sport events in the region, CB&i Tri – The Woodlands, scheduled for Saturday, May 5, 2012, offers high-caliber competition, first-rate race management and a scenic course.

Comprising a 500-meter swim course, 15-mile bike course and a five-kilometer run course, the race is a sanctioned usA Triathlon event featuring a field of 1,000 participants. Last year’s participants ranged from beginners to nationally ranked triathletes. More than 25 states and three foreign countries have been represented in the participation field over the last six years.

CB&I TrI - The Woodlands triathlon is supported by title sponsor Chicago Bridge & Iron (CB&I), Memorial Hermann sports Medicine, Luke’s Locker, Bikeland, swim shops of the southwest, The strong Firm, Finish strong Coaching, Munday Chevrolet, Faust Distributing and Massage envy.

You don’t have to be a triathlete to be a part of this community event! sign up to volunteer, or cheer the athletes on at one of the designated cheer zones along the course.

www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/races or e-mail races@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

The Woodlands ToWnship

Board of d irectors e lection s aturday, May 12, 2012

Positions available

Four at-large positions on The Woodlands Township Board of Directors, designated by official action of the Township Board of Directors as positions 1, 2, 3, 4, will be filled in the May 2012 election.

Candidates in Ballot order

Position 1: richard “Gordy” Bunch, Claude Hunter, Henrietta riddiford

Position 2: Mike Bass, Ted stanley

Position 3: roland Borey, Jeff Long, Tim Nutt, Margarita Chavez, Jay Mac sanders

Position 4: ed robb, John r risher each office carries a two-year term and all four positions are elected at-large by voters in The Woodlands Township in both Montgomery County and Harris County.

Voting eligibility

Voters must be registered to vote for The Woodlands election. Polling locations and additional information are available by visiting the elections section of The Woodlands Township Web site at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

early Voting Times

Monday, April 30, 2012 – saturday, May 5, 2012: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday, May 7, 2012 – Tuesday, May 8, 2012: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

early Voting locations

Montgomery county, TX

election Central (limited ballots, special forms of early voting and ballot by mail only)

9159 Airport road, Conroe 77303

Montgomery County Administration Annex 207 W. Phillips, Conroe 77301

Magnolia Volunteer Fire Department #181

18215 Buddy riley Blvd., Magnolia 77354

south County Community Building

2235 Lake robbins Drive, The Woodlands 77380

North Montgomery County Community Center

600 Gerald street, Willis 77378

east County Courthouse Annex

21130 u.s. Highway 59 south, New Caney 77357

Lone star Community Center

2500 Lone star Parkway, Montgomery 77356

early Voting location

Village of creekside park – harris county, TX

The only voters utilizing this polling site will be registered voters who reside in the Village of Creekside Park who wish to vote in the Township Board of Directors election.

The Woodlands Fire Department, station 7

26722 Kuykendahl road, The Woodlands 77375

election day Voting Time

saturday, May 12, 2012: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

election day – Consolidated Precinct Polling locations

Montgomery county, TX precincts location

15,31,56,59,69,70,75

33,48,49,58,62

3,6,71,78,81

4,32,45,61,67,79,84

Windsor Hills Homeowners Association Club House

One Windsor Hills Circle, The Woodlands 77384

south County Community Building 2235 Lake robbins Drive, The Woodlands 77380

Galatas elementary school 9001 Cochran’s Crossing Drive, The Woodlands 77381

Wilkerson Intermediate school 12312 sawmill road, The Woodlands 77380

election day - Polling location

Village of creekside park – harris county, TX

The only voters utilizing this polling site will be registered voters who reside in the Village of Creekside Park who wish to vote in the Township Board of Directors election.

The Woodlands Fire Department, station 7

26722 Kuykendahl road, The Woodlands 77375

Texas Children’s Hospital is the only hospital in Texas named on the U.S .News & World Repor t’s “Honor Roll” honoring the top 11 pediatric hospitals in the countr y. We’re proud to be your first choice and the right choice , right here , for your child.

Texas Children’s Health Centers along with Texas Children’s Pediatric Associates offer your family convenient access to exper t pediatricians as well as subspecialists and therapeutic and diagnostic ser vices. In addition, Texas Children’s Maternal Fetal Medicine brings specialized care for your high-risk pregnancy right to your neighborhood.

Texas Children’s Health Center – The Woodlands

17198 St Luke’s Way

Medical Ar ts Ctr I, Ste 300 The Woodlands, TX 77384 936-321-0808

Texas Children’s Maternal Fetal Medicine – The Woodlands 17198 St Luke’s Way

Medical Ar ts Ctr I, Ste 630 The Woodlands, TX 77384 936-321-1600

Conroe Pediatric Associates

404 River Pointe Dr , Ste 100 Conroe,TX 77304 936-756-8108

Sterling Ridge Pediatrics

6707 Sterling Ridge Dr , Ste A The Woodlands, TX 77382 281-296-2656

TCPA – Medical Plaza

1011 Medical Plaza Dr , Ste 220

The Woodlands, TX 77380 281-296-9119

Woodlands Pediatric Associates

4545 Research Forest Dr , Ste.A

The Woodlands, TX 77381 281-367-5100

the Woodlands Governance

online Participation sought

regional Participation Agreements (rPA) entered into with the Cities of Houston and Conroe prevent the annexation of The Woodlands and allow residents to determine their own future governance structure within the next 50 years. In 2007, voters overwhelmingly approved the change in governmental structure to become The Woodlands Township, however, the rPAs provide the opportunity to change the current governance structure, including the option to incorporate as a municipality after May 29, 2014.

The Township’s Board of Directors has been working through a process to proactively examine whether the current governance structure is best suited for the community now and into the future

or whether changes need to be made. research has been completed, and the results are important to everyone who lives or works in The Woodlands.

March was a busy month for the governance process as several meetings and forums were held with residents, service providers and the business community to present the research completed to date and to gather feedback. If you have not participated in these events, The Woodlands Township is offering a chance to watch an online video similar to what was presented at the community forums in March. Individuals who watch the video can also provide feedback using an online form. Those interested in learning more about future governance and who

would like to provide feedback, should visit the Township Web site. The video and feedback form are available online through April 2012.

All of the feedback received will be compiled into a summary report presented to the Township Board of Directors later this spring. The Board will then determine the next steps in the governance process.

To view the video and complete the feedback form, or for additional information about the governance process, please visit the Township Web site at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov and click Government then Transition and Governance. You can also follow along through monthly briefings provided at the Board of Director’s meetings. www.woodlandswellness.com

7:30

HousTon symPHony

The Art of Baseball

Robert Franz, conductor milo Hamilton, narrator BAm! (Because Art matters) & CIsD Art students, visual art

Take me out to the symphony for The Art of Baseball, a major league event featuring the best music from the ballpark. “Voice of the Houston Astros” and Hall of Famer milo Hamilton joins the symphony to narrate “Casey at the Bat.” In conjunction with BAm! and The Woodlands Waterway Arts Council, CIsD high school art students and oRWALL baseball players will create an art piece live on stage choreographed to the symphony’s performance.

WeDnesDAY APRIL

$15 orchestra seating, FREE mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of Hats Off to Reading Celebration

5:30-7

House of Blues Hospitality Tent

The Music of Queen: A Rock Symphony

with the HousTon symPHony

Brent Havens, conductor Brody Dolyniuk, vocalist

Expand your listening experience of Queen’s exceptional anthems by adding the musical colors of a live symphony amplified with stage lighting and a full rock band. Las Vegas star Brody Dolyniuk delivers a fabulous rendition of Freddie mercury’s vocals performing such classics as “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “under Pressure” and “We Are the Champions.”

FRIDAY APRIL 20

8

$20 orchestra seating, FREE mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of

Brody Dolyniuk, vocalist

Robert Franz, conductor

HousTon BALLET

Giselle

Love, betrayal, redemption…it’s all played out in stunning simplicity in “Giselle,” the story of a peasant girl and her love for a young aristocrat disguised as a commoner. Enjoy this full-length production with live orchestra accompaniment, presented with the famous lakeside scene from “swan Lake” and the spectacular classical showpiece, “Le Corsaire” (“The Pirate”).

FRIDAY MAY 4

7:30 p.m.

Gates at 6:30 p.m.

BECOME A SEASON TICKET HOLDER FOR THE ARTS AT THE PAVILION!

For only $175 per seat, your season ticket includes orchestra-level seating to all Houston s ymphony concerts and Houston Ballet at The Pavilion, VIP on-site parking and Woodforest Bank VIP Club access. season subscriptions also include preferred seating and VIP onsite parking for the two free concerts this season: the Texas music Festival orchestra performance and Houston s ymphony’s s tar-spangled s alute. Children’s Festival is not included in season subscriptions.

su B sCRIBE By m Ay 4 A nD REAP THE BEnEFIT s !

As a subscriber, you will receive:

A “Celebrate the Arts!” canvas tote featuring original watercolor art of The Pavilion (one per season ticket purchased)

An invitation to an exclusive VIP Conductor meet and Greet (date and time TBD) your name entered into a drawing for Tommy Bahama’s “Best seats in the House,” which includes dinner for four catered by Tommy Bahama at any performing arts event that takes place at The Pavilion between may 24 and oct. 12.

For more information or to purchase season tickets, email jreeves@woodlandscenter.org, call 281-210-1127, or visit The Pavilion Box Office at 2005 Lake Robbins Drive in The Woodlands.

$20 orchestra seating, FREE mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of GeorGe P. Mitchell

2012 Arts seAson

Hot Night in Havana

May 24

Texas Music Festival Orchestra

June 22

Star-Spangled Salute

July 3

Bugs Bunny at the Symphony

July 26

Latin American Classical

September 6

Evening with Brahms

September 21

Hocus Pocus Pops

October 12

Holly Jolly Symphony Spectacular

December 7

Photo by Amitava Sarkar

Melody Herrera as Giselle

Beyond the Bag plastic Bags Meet the 3rs

if you bag yard trimmings, look for leaf and lawn bags that specify “certified compostable.” These bags are plant-based and will break down at the commercial composting facility that creates soil amendments from yard trimmings.

Plastic bags are everywhere! The petroleumbased polymer was first hailed for convenience in 1957, when plastic sandwich bags were introduced. Dry-cleaning bags hit the scene the next year with plastic bread bags and produce bags entering markets in the mid-60s. use burgeoned by the late 70s, when major department stores and grocery chains turned to plastic over paper bags. Today, 100 billion bags are sold worldwide, according to the plastics industry trade association, sPI.

recognizing the future of plastics, the industry group works on reduce, reuse, recycle efforts. While a preferred means to dispose of household garbage, plastic bags have been phased out for yard trimmings collection and curbside recycling in favor of more efficient and cost-effective processes.

Reduce Move over petroleum-based plastic: there is a new product in town! Plant-based plastics and kraft paper bags are the latest innovation in yard trimmings

management. solid waste hauler for The Woodlands, Waste Management, no longer accepts leaves, grass clippings and other yard trimmings in petroleumbased plastic bags.

residents may use certified compostable plant-based plastic and kraft paper bags that will break down in the commercial composting process. Bagless options include bundling yard trimmings or placing in an open container. The change saves the community $12,000 a month on contracted solid waste services by eliminating debagging at the commercial composting facility.

Reuse For shopping or packing lunch, BYOB—bring your own bag—is gaining steady popularity. Whether for larger capacity, to make a fashion statement or to reduce litter, carrying a reusable bag is increasingly the choice of many. reusing those plastic retail bags that make it home is another viable option. Give plastic a second life as a lunch bag, trash can

liner, doggie bag, travel laundry bag, shoe bag or a handy cover for a wet umbrella.

Recycle

Although plastic bags are not accepted in the curbside recycling program, they are collected at local grocery stores, super centers and Precinct 3 recycling Complex at 1122 Pruitt road.

Trex® is the leading plastic bag recycler in the united states. seventy percent of all plastic bags recycled through in-store collection programs are used by Trex® to manufacture plastic lumber, decking and other products. shrink wrap (clean and dry), dry cleaner bags, bubble wrap and other number 2 and number 4 plastic films are also accepted.

For more information about solid waste services in The Woodlands, please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/ environment or call 281-210-3800.

Editor’s Note: Information in this article was compiled by The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department.

To be labeled “certified compostable,” a bag must comply with aSTM D-6400 testing standards requiring the bag to disintegrate in an aerobic setting within a specified period of time into non-toxic elements. Bags marked “biodegradable” are not necessarily compostable.

p hotos by l ucinda Valdes

april

A zig zag iris, a native selection, blooms in a natural pond. Although it needs a good deal of moisture, the plant grows equally well along the edges of ponds as in a regular, drier garden setting.

sunday, april 

Concert in the Park aimless Gun (Country/Indie)

Northshore park, 2505 lake Woodlands Drive

5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

For more information, call 281-210-3950.

Tuesday, april 3

Healthcare Provider CPR Class Emergency Training Center

6:30 to 10 p.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5820 ext. 1731.

Creekside Park Village Association Meeting

6464 Creekside Forest Drive 7 p.m.

281-210-3889

Wednesday, april 4

Development Standards Committee Meeting*

Thursday, april 5

Residential Design Review Committee Meetings*

Friday, april 6

Township offices will be closed.

saturday, april 7

Grogan’s Mill Farmer’s Market

8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)

Grogan’s Mill Village Shopping Center, 2230 Buckthorne place www.grogansmillvillage.com

Muddy Trails Bash

rob Fleming park, 6055 Creekside Forest Drive 3 to 8 p.m. 281-210-3800

sunday, april 8

Easter

Tuesday, april 0

Heartsaver CPR Class Emergency Training Center

6:30 to 10 p.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5820 ext. 1731.

Alden Bridge Village Association Meeting

2801 Technology Forest Blvd. 7 p.m. 281-210-3886

Indian Springs Village Association Meeting

2801 Technology Forest Blvd. 7 p.m. 281-210-5808

Thursday, april 2

Residential Design Review Committee Meetings*

Panther Creek Village Association Meeting 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. 7 p.m. 281-210-3886

Walk in the Woods Nature Lecture A Different Kind of Garden McCullough Junior High School 7:30 p.m. 281-210-3800

saturday, april 4

Creekwood Fishing Derby Creekwood park, 3383 S. panther Creek Drive 8 to 10 a.m. 281-210-3950

photo by robert Dailey

Grogan’s Mill Farmer’s Market

8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)

Grogan’s Mill Village Shopping Center, 2230 Buckthorne place

www.grogansmillvillage.com

Healthcare Provider CPR Class

Emergency Training Center

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5820 ext. 1731.

The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival

The Woodlands Waterway

10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

www.woodlandsartsfestival.com

admission is $10 for adults.

Children 12 and under are free.

sunday, april 5

The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival

The Woodlands Waterway

10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

www.woodlandsartsfestival.com

admission is $10 for adults.

Children 12 and under are free.

Concert in the Park

Emory Quinn (Country/Rock)

Northshore park

5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

For more information, call 281-210-3950.

monday, april 6

Grogan’s Mill Village Association Meeting

2801 Technology Forest Blvd.

6:30 p.m.

281-210-3887

College Park Village Association Meeting

Emergency Training Center

7:30 p.m. 281-210-3889

Tuesday, april 7

Healthcare Provider CPR Class Emergency Training Center

6:30 to 10 p.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5820 ext. 1731.

The Woodlands G.R.E.E.N. Going Green Sustainablility Gathering is there an Electric Vehicle in your Future?

South regional Branch library 2101 lake robbins Drive

7 p.m.

For more information, call Cinda Hitchcock at 281-363-2723.

Wednesday, april 8

Development Standards Committee Meeting*

Thursday, april 9

The Woodlands Township Board of Directors Workshop

2801 Technology Forest Blvd.

7:30 a.m.

281-210-3800

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale

Community Center

2235 lake robbins Drive

5 to 8:30 p.m.

$5 donation for first night

Friday, april 20

Bloodborne Pathogens Class

Emergency Training Center

9 to 11 a.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5820 ext. 1731.

Friends of the Library

Spring Book Sale

Community Center

2235 lake robbins Drive

9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Children’s books available

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, april 2

Grogan’s Mill Farmer’s Market

8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)

Grogan’s Mill Village Shopping Center, 2230 Buckthorne place

www.grogansmillvillage.com

Heartsaver CPR Class

Emergency Training Center

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5820 ext. 1731.

Friends of the Library

Spring Book Sale

Community Center

2235 lake robbins Drive

5 to 8:30 p.m.

$5 donation for first night

Spring Bark

Northshore park

9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

www.thewoodlandsdogparkclub.org

First Aid Class

Emergency Training Center

Noon to 3:30 p.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5820 ext. 1731.

Movie Night at Waterway Square Movie (Shrek)

Waterway Square

8 to 10 p.m.

For more information, please call 281-363-2447.

sunday, april 22

Concert in the Park

Vocal Trash (Variety)

Northshore park, 2505 lake Woodlands Drive

5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

For more information, call 281-210-3950.

monday, april 23

Sterling Ridge Village Association Meeting 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. 7 p.m.

281-210-5808

Tuesday, april 24

Healthcare Provider CPR Class Emergency Training Center

6:30 to 10 p.m.

To register, please call 281-210-5820 ext. 1731.

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www.metroministorage.net

Garbage collection

no changes in garbage service this month.

RememBeR

The Woodlands covenants require that trash and recycle carts must be stored out of public view.

alden Bridge

The spring Festival, our village’s biggest event of the year, is scheduled for saturday, April 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Lakeside Park (next to Buckalew elementary). We’ll have easter egg hunts, rides and activities, music, food, pet adoptions and informative booths. The kids can hunt for eggs and visit with the easter Bunny, Puffy Pine Cone®, the Wells Fargo cowboy and other special guests! It’s going to be a great time for the whole family! Watch the Web site for the easter egg hunt time schedule. Contact us at info@aldenbridge.org if you’d like to volunteer.

The deadline for submitting scholarship applications is April 1, so applications will be judged very soon, and we’ll announce the winners for 2012. We’d like to honor these young people at the May residents meeting, so make a note to join us that night, May 8, at 7 p.m.

Our monthly residents meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 10, at 7 p.m., at the Township Town Hall, 2801 Technology Forest Boulevard. Our guest speaker will be Gil staley, CeO of the economic Development Partnership, and he’ll provide an update on commercial development in The Woodlands. All residents are invited to attend. Bring us your questions and concerns or just stop by and introduce yourself!

The Yard of the Month program is back, and we’ll judge this year’s first nominees at the end of April for the May award. Our winner will receive prizes as well as a yard sign honoring their efforts. Please nominate your friends and neighbors (or yourself!) with a note to abinfo@comcast.net.

Visit our Web site, www.aldenbridge.org, for continuously updated news of the village, or send your e-mail address to abinfo@comcast.net to be placed on the subscription list for our electronic newsletter.

Submitted by Darla Bell

Cochran’s Crossing

Wanna know what’s going up, what’s going on and how it affects us all as Woodlands residents? You’ll get all the answers at the Cochran’s Crossing Village Association Annual residents meeting on April 24, when a featured guest from The Woodlands Development Company will be on hand to enlighten us. Put it on your calendar now and plan to join us at the Township Town Hall, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. We convene at 7:30 p.m. and we’ll have a seat saved for you!

www.cochranscrossing.com Have you checked out our Web site? It’s a good place to get village information and handy links to the Township, the county and the sheriff’s office. You can also hook up with our Facebook fan page. Log in and say hello!

Submitted

by

Bill Mara

Creekside park

Now that spring is officially upon us, it is a great time to get out and visit the parks within the Village of Creekside Park, which includes the George Mitchell Nature Preserve, 20-acre rob Fleming Park and Aquatic Center, Wilde Creek Park, Tupelo Park, Jagged ridge Park and Timarron Park. each of the various parks has a variety of amenities to offer families.

Don’t miss out on April 7, 2012, for the 5th annual Muddy Trails 5K/10K, Little Muddy Kids Fun run and 5K9 Fun run for you and your dog. The courses wind through the beautiful George Mitchell Nature Preserve Trails, located on 1,800 wooded acres adjacent to rob Fleming Park. For more information on the race, please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

The Woodlands Creekside Park Village Association meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month. The April meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 3, 2012, at 7 p.m., at the Creekside YMCA. Participation by homeowners in Creekside Park is very important, and you are invited to get involved. Please visit our Web site at www.creeksideparkvillage.com.

Submitted by Nancy Decker Lent

Grogan’s Mill

With warmer weather now here, the Grogan’s Mill Farmer’s Market is growing with more vendors and visitors than ever, attesting to its great success. The market operates every saturday morning from 8 a.m. to noon at the Grogan’s Mill Village Center, at the corner of Grogan’s Mill road and south Millbend Drive. For more information on vendors and goods, check the Grogan’s Mill Village Association Web site at www.grogansmillvillage.com. The Web site provides full information and an application for becoming a vendor at our market. The vendor application provides instructions for home gardeners who wish to sell their surplus produce in our Gardener’s Corner. You can also subscribe to the weekly Farmer’s Market Newsletter. every Friday you’ll receive an e-mail newsletter listing the vendors and products that will be available at the market the next morning.

The residents of Grogan’s Mill will soon see two major improvements to our village:

1. sawmill Park, the oldest village park in The Woodlands, is getting a major upgrade this year from The Woodlands Township, including a sprayground, the addition of a new basketball court, conversion of the old basketball court into a tennis court, playground improvements and 50 new parking

N EWS F r OM THE V illages OF T he W oodlands

spaces. The Woodlands Township noted these improvements will enhance property values in the adjacent area and make the park more inviting to area residents.

2. Due to increasing traffic and safety reasons, Montgomery County will install a traffic light and right turn lane later this summer at the intersection of south Millbend Drive and sawdust road.

It’s Yard of the Month time again! The Grogan’s Mill Village Association likes to show appreciation to those homeowners who take special pride in the upkeep and care of their yards and homes. Your Grogan’s Mill Village Association board members continually monitor our neighborhoods looking for well-maintained lawns, landscaping and homes. We would like any resident in Grogan’s Mill to tell us who they feel has a yard worthy of recognition. Don’t be bashful, it can even be your own! each month during the growing season, the selected winner will get a $50 gift certificate to a store of their choice in the Grogan’s Mill Village Center.

susan and Vince Giacona, October 2011 Yard of the Month winners, built their house in Wilding estates in 2006, but have been residents of The Woodlands for many years. The blooming plants change color seasonally, but most of their plants are year-round mainstays. Complementing the Mediterranean-style home are Italian Cypress trees and tropicals, along with large rocks and a rock waterfall.

To nominate a yard in Grogan’s Mill for future Yard of the Month recognition, please include:

• Homeowner name(s)

• Home address

• Nominator’s phone number

• reason for nomination

• street-view photos (digital) to support the nomination, if available

e-mail nominations or questions about Yard of the Month to webmaster@grogansmillvillage.com.

Submitted by Bob Leilich and Dana Denton

indian springs

2012 Community service scholarship

The Indian springs Village Association board would like to invite residents to the April 10, 2012, meeting where the Indian springs Village Association 2012 scholarship winners will be recognized. We are proud of our young Indian springs residents and pleased to recognize their accomplishments as well as financially assist in furthering their education. Winners will also be posted on the Indian springs Village Association Web site at www.indianspringsvillage.com. The scholarships are awarded every year to students who reside in Indian springs and serve the community through volunteer activities, citizenship and leadership.

earth day GreenUp Clean Up

Thank you to residents of Indian springs who participated in the 2012 Greenup Clean up event held on March 31. Coordinated by The Woodlands Township, the event is part of the earth Day 2012 communitywide stewardship project. Volunteers were treated to a “post pick-up” party at Northshore Park with music by the Buck Yeager Band. If you didn’t get to participate this year, you can still help by keeping your community parks and trails green and clean.

indian springs is on Facebook!

Indian springs Village Association is now on Facebook. search for us and follow us for up-to-date information on happenings in our village.

Submitted by Carolyn Dalglish continued on page 21

a lden Brid G e

The alden Bridge Village association (aBVa) usually meets on the second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m at the Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. please join us!

Web site www.aldenbridge.org

Questions? Call your program specialist at 281-210-3886 or Village association president Steve leakey at 281-419-3468.

c ochran’s c rossin G

The Cochran’s Crossing Village association (CCVa) usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. please join us! Web site www.cochranscrossing.com

Questions? Call your program specialist at 281-210-3887 or Village association president Stuart Schroeder at 936-273-0419.

c olle G e park

The College park Village association (CpVa) usually 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 program specialist at 281-210-3889 or Village association president Ted Stanley at 936-321-5996.

c reekside park

The Woodlands Creekside park Village association (TWCpVa) usually meets on the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Creekside YMCa, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive. please join us!

Web site www.creeksideparkvillage.com

Questions? Call your program specialist at 281-210-3889 or Village association president Nancy Decker lent at 617-721-6939.

Gro G an’s Mill

The Grogan’s Mill Village association (GMVa) usually meets on the third Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. please join us! Web site www.grogansmillvillage.com

Questions? Call your program specialist at 281-210-3887 or Village association president Deborah Sargeant at 281-292-5341.

i ndian s prin G s

The indian Springs Village association (iSVa) usually meets on the second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. please join us! Web site www.indianspringsvillage.com

Questions? Call your program specialist at 281-210-5808 or Village association president amy lecocq at 281-298-1476.

pan T her c reek

The panther Creek Village association (pCVa) usually meets on the second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. please join us! Web site www.panthercreekvillageassociation.org

Questions? Call your program specialist at 281-210-3886 or Village association president Everett ison at 281-298-9524.

sT erlin G r id G e

The Sterling ridge Village association (SrVa) usually meets the fourth Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Township, 2801 Technology Forest Blvd. please join us! Web site www.sterling-ridge.org

Questions? Call your program specialist at 281-210-5808 or Village association president phillip Givens at 281-419-9331.

Movie Night Returns to Waterway Square

Looking for a free activity the entire family will enjoy? Grab a blanket and your favorite snack and head over to Waterway square in The Woodlands for Movie Night. This popular entertainment series showcases family-friendly movies every saturday beginning April 21, through May 12, 2012, from 8 until 10 p.m.

Featured movies scheduled this spring include Shrek (April 21), Dolphin Tale (April 28), Happy Feet 2 (May 5) and Monsters vs. Aliens (May 12).

“Movie Night at Waterway square is one of the many exciting family-friendly events The Woodlands offers throughout the year,” says Nick Wolda, president of The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau. “Watching a movie under the stars along The Woodlands Waterway® provides a great way to enjoy a night out with the family.”

Movie Night attendees will find limited, free curbside parking along Lake robbins Drive, Waterway Avenue, Waterway square Place and Timberloch Place. Paid covered parking is available at the 24 Waterway Parking Garage (corner of Fountain Plaza and Lake robbins Drive), the Waterway square Parking Garage (between Fountain Plaza and Woodloch Court) and the surface parking lot along the corner of Waterway Avenue and Timberloch Place.

Movie Night is free and open to the public, thanks to generous sponsors including The Woodlands Development Company, Munday Chevrolet, and local state Farm Insurance agents Jared Dolan, Corey LeJeune, Daniela Mead and Matt springer.

The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival

Named one of the Top 100 Fine Arts Festivals in the u s by Art Fair sourceBook (AFsBTM), The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival, April 14 and 15, 2012, features the work of more than 200 artists from around the country along The Woodlands Waterway.® Mix and mingle with artists, sample great food and enjoy live music during this weekend-long event. Admission is $10 or $15 for a weekend pass; children ages 12 and younger are admitted free. Visit www.WoodlandsArtsFestival.com for more information.

NEW Spring/Summer Discovery Guide & Savings Book Now Available!

The spring/summer 2012 Discovery Guide & savings Book features more than 75 coupons to merchants in The Woodlands! request yours today online at www.TheWoodlandsCVB.com/guide.asp.

Facebook, Twitter, YouTube

Join The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau’s Facebook Fan Page to receive up-to-date information on events, new stores and other special offers!

LIKE: www.Facebook.com/VisitTheWoodlands

FOLLOW: www.Twitter.com/TheWoodlandsCVB

WATCH: www.YouTube.com/TheWoodlandsCVB

panther Creek

April is the first full month of spring. This time of year reminds us of renewal and new things. Consider participating or volunteering to take part in one or more of this month’s community activities or events taking place in our village or one of the surrounding villages. The following is a short list of ideas and dates: Muddy Trails Bash – April 7; Creekwood Fishing Derby – April 14; Concerts in the Park – most sunday evenings in April at Northshore Park. Details for any of the preceding events can be easily found on the Township Web site or in this magazine.

This month the Houston Astros will begin a new season. Panther Creek coordinates the annual baseball game outing that is open to all residents. This year it will be August 12, 2012, versus the divisional rival Milwaukee Brewers. Mark your calendars now for this rain or shine event at Minute Maid Park, which includes bus transportation to and from The Woodlands.

The Woodlands Township Board of Directors has been working through a process to proactively examine whether the current governance structure is best suited for the community now and into the future, or whether changes need to be made. Feedback from residents related to future governance is obtained in community forum meetings and two were concluded in March. Participants who could not attend in March will have a chance in April to watch an informational video and provide feedback online. residents may follow the process by visiting the Web site or hearing monthly briefings provided at the Township Board of Directors meetings.

Our village board encourages and invites all residents to attend our monthly meetings. Bring a neighbor or two along! This is an excellent way to learn about and keep abreast of village and community activities and services. Our board is made up of a combination of people who have served for more than a decade as well as new first-year members, and we are always pleased to meet our fellow residents.

Submitted by Rich Jakovac

Alpha & Omega Mounted Security Patrol

Partnering with You for Public Safety

Alpha & Omega Mounted Security Patrol is a family-owned and operated business in existence since 1990 with the mission to promote public safety. A&O Troopers and Horses patrol The Woodlands Township regularly as one component of the comprehensive security plan. We appreciate being a part of the community for the last 17 years. Please visit with our Troopers, pet the horses, and let us know how we are doing. Visit our web site or connect with us on Facebook and leave a comment there. Your opinion matters to us.

Did you know?

A&O Troopers will be featured at the 7th Annual Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival. Visit our booth where kids can become a Junior A&O Trooper with a custom badge. Plus, there will be coloring pages, Trooper trading cards, horses to pet, and information about our unique brand of public safety.

Public Safety Tips

Spring finds everyone ready to join in on cycling fun. Here are just a few tips to help you and your family have a safe cycling outing.

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Meet Rio

Rio is a 7-year-old Belgian Cross ridden by Sergeant Curtis Hilliard. The handsome and patriotic light sorrel Rio says, “Support our Troops.” Kids: Find Rio and ask for a trading card. Collect all 22 trading cards from your favorite Troopers. More to come.

Alpha & Omega

Mounted Security Patrol

2342 High Timbers Drive

The Woodlands, Texas 77380 281-364-9740

info@mountedpatrol.com

www.mountedpatrol.com

www.facebook.com/aomountedpatrol

By Linda Hughes

get more for your Pass! Splash

Warm weather is fast approaching, so why not beat the summer rush and get your 2012 season pool pass today! The Woodlands Township offers residents and non-residents several convenient options to purchase a season pool pass.

A new season pool pass must be purchased at The Woodlands Township recreation Center, 5310 research Forest Drive. Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Forms are also available on the Township Web site at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

To renew a season pool pass, visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/pools, call 281-210-3950 or visit the recreation Center.

2012 season pool pass Fees:

residents ages 0-2 years

residents ages 3-64 years

residents ages 65+ years

resident Punch Card

$6 each

$40 each

$15 each

$30 for 6 visits*

resident rob Fleming Punch Card $40 for 6 visits

Non-residents ages 0-2 years

Non-residents ages 3 + years

$30 each

$120 each

Non-resident Punch Card for rob Fleming $55 for 6 visits

* Good for all pools EXCEPT Rob Fleming

For a complete listing of season pool pass pricing, or to print a season pool pass form, visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/pools. For more information, please call the recreation Center at 281-210-3950 or e-mail parkrec@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

New Designs. New Features.

Cochran’s Crossing Village Association Meeting

2801 Technology Forest Blvd.

7:30 p.m.

281-210-3887

Wednesday, april 25

Watch Talk Wednesday

2801 Technology Forest Blvd.

Noon to 1 p.m.

281-210-3800

The Woodlands Township Board of Directors Meeting

2801 Technology Forest Blvd.

6 p.m.

281-210-3800

Thursday, april 26

Lone Star College-University Center at Montgomery Information Fair

3232 College park Drive

4 to 7 p.m.

For information, call the Student Services Office at 936-273-7510 or 281-618-7140.

saturday, april 28

Grogan’s Mill Farmer’s Market

8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)

Grogan’s Mill Village Shopping Center, 2230 Buckthorne place www.grogansmillvillage.com

Movie Night at Waterway Square

Movie (Dolphin Tale)

Waterway Square

8 to 10 p.m.

For more information, please call 281-363-2447.

sunday, april 29

Concert in the Park

Cold Shot (Variety)

Northshore park, 2505 lake Woodlands Drive

5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

For more information, call 281-210-3950.

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

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NaT i ON al Tal ENT B OOKED FO r

eaRTh day ConCeRT

The Woodlands Township has signed national headlining band Vocal Trash to perform at Concert in the Park at Northshore Park, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., on sunday, April 22, 2012, the 42nd anniversary of earth Day. Combining music, choreography and comedy with recycled instruments, the eco-entertainers bring a contagious energy to the stage.

Performing a variety show of tight a cappella harmonies, industrial “stomp”-

style drumming and award-winning break dancing, Vocal Trash delivers a unique mix of rock, oldies, swing and pop. The driving beat comes with an earth-friendly message. Horns and acoustical instruments blend with trash can percussion, gas can guitar and a milk urn bass.

Home-grown Texas talent, Vocal Trash wows crowds from coast to coast and internationally in appearances at festivals and venues like six Flags and Madison square

By Lucinda Valdes

Garden. “We play to all ages,” says Kelsey rae, the group’s female vocalist. “Good music appeals to everyone and the kids love the drumming theatrics. It’s a lot of fun!”

A free program appealing to a wide audience, Concert in the Park is presented by Munday Chevrolet with stage sponsorship by Liberty Mutual. Additional sponsorship for the earth Day performance was provided by Waste Management. Contact 281-210-3800 for more information.

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Returning to The Woodlands, Vocal Trash will rock northshore Park at earth day’s Concert in the Park on sunday, april 22, 202.

E M pl OYMENT

The Woodlands Township is accepting applications for 2012 summer seasonal positions in the Parks and recreation Department. Available positions are lifeguards from $7.75/hour, swim coaches from $8/hour and water safety instructors from $10/hour. Training classes for positions will be provided at a reduced rate to successful candidates.

Aquatic recreation specialist, from $12.75/hour (April through mid-July), will oversee swim team practices and all meets, as well as oversee other programs.

summer Camp positions are also available (must be age 18 or older) from $9/hour. Counselors will help coordinate and organize recreation programs and activities for children ages 6 to 12 attending summer camp (June, July and August) at the recreation Center.

All team members must be at least 16 years of age, unless otherwise stated, and successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. Leadership team members must also successfully complete an extensive background check. Applications may be obtained from The Woodlands Township Parks, recreation and environmental services Building, 8203 Millennium Forest Drive or recreation Center, 5310 research Forest Drive. For additional information or to apply online, please visit www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

www.woodlandswellness.com

a Different Kind of

Garden Coral Gardens in the Gulf

By Lucinda Valdes

Practically at The Woodlands backdoor, just 115 miles from Galveston in the Gulf of Mexico, lies a wild place of surreal beauty: Flower Garden Banks National Marine sanctuary. Natural formations on salt domes, the sanctuary’s three coral reefs teem with life: 23 species of coral, manta rays, sea turtles, whale sharks, hundreds of fish and more than 80 species of algae.

shelley Du Puy, education and outreach coordinator with the sanctuary, reveals our connection to the undersea world at A Different Kind of Garden, a Walk in the Woods Nature Lecture on Thursday, April 12, 2012, at 7:30 p.m. at McCullough Jr. High school, 3800 south Panther Creek Drive.

“Coral reefs,” says Ms. Du Puy, “are the rainforests of the sea, home to the highest diversity of species.” Discovered by fishermen in the late 1800s, the sanctuary’s reefs are among the healthiest in the region, including the tropical Caribbean. Covering 56 square miles, the sanctuary is a vital nursery. “The majority of domestically harvested seafood comes from the Gulf,” she explains.

A premier diving destination, the reef’s colors and hues are spectacular! “smaller coral and sponges really bring color to the reef,” notes Ms. Du Puy. Adding to the dramatic panorama, more than 300 species of fish and 250 species of invertebrates—urchins, snails, lobsters and jellies—inhabit the reefs.

Ms. Du Puy will use exquisite photography to take us on a virtual tour of the sanctuary’s habitats—the coral and rocky reefs, sand flats and open ocean. A free program of The Woodlands Township, Walk in the Woods Nature Lecture is sponsored by Waste Management, The Woodlands G.r e e.N. and Hilton Garden Inn. Please call 281-210-3800 for more information.

experience the dramatic mystery and beauty of Flower garden Banks national marine sanctuary, located off the Texas coast, at the next Walk in the Woods nature lecture on Thursday evening, april 2, 202.

Shelley Du Puy

squirrel Fish

Queen Parrot Fish

French angel Fish

Brain coral colony in the foreground of a reefscape.

photo by Emma Hickerson

Fees:

Long Course $40

Short Course $20

Both Courses $50

*In

Get ahead in the water

OPEN WATER SWIM

Prepare for a sprint or distance triathlon by swimming a short or long course in Lake Woodlands. the short course is approximately 500 meters and the long course is approximately 1.2 miles. Be aware the course is not the same used on race day. this is not a class; there is no instruction, just swimming.

Saturday, April 28, 2012 Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Dr. 77381

Long Course: 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Last swimmer must enter the water by 8:30 a.m.

Short Course: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Last swimmer must enter the water by noon.

Both Courses: Last swimmer must exit the water by 9:30 a.m. and wait until the start of the short course.

You can register online at our Web site, www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov, by phone at 281-210-3950 or in person at the Woodlands township Recreation Center.

saFeTy TiPs

To PReVenT BuRglaRy oF haBiTaTion

By Director of Law enforcement services Marian Montgomery Leck

safety is the number one priority of the Woodlands township. Keeping that in mind, the Woodlands Watch program wants to share some important and helpful burglary of habitation crime prevention tips.

enough emphasis cannot be put on this fact: unused locking devices and alarm systems offer no protection. use both locking devices and alarm systems, even if you’re only going to be gone for a short time.

1. Close and lock your garage door. This is especially important if it is an attached garage.

2. If you don’t have an alarm system, make it look like someone is home. A potential burglar may approach a door and knock to see if there is movement or noise coming from inside. If someone comes to your door and you are not expecting them, beware. remember: Never open your door for a stranger. Answer through a closed door, and if you are uncomfortable, call law enforcement and let them know there is a suspicious person on your property. The burglar does not want you to be home. An unoccupied home and time are important to a burglar. Leave a television or a radio on for background noise.

3. If you see a vehicle or unknown persons lingering in your neighborhood, pay attention and gather information. A good description to share with law enforcement is a plus. Also, call law enforcement and report suspicious activity immediately.

4. Get to know your “back door” neighbor. Daytime burglaries often occur at the back of a home. For that matter, get to know all of your neighbors. Join The Woodlands Watch! The first step in crime prevention is neighbor knowing neighbor. Make it a point to know who lives in your neighborhood, which houses are unoccupied during the day and who is on vacation.

5. sign up for WoodlandsAlert at www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov. WoodlandsAlert will provide you with public safety information about issues such as criminal activity and emergency preparedness.

6. Provide lighting for all outside entrances to your home. If possible, perimeter lighting on all sides of your house is preferred. Consider motion sensor lighting or timers. Make sure your address/house number is clearly visible from the street and lighted at night.

7. Only share vacation plans with those you trust. Do not post your plans on Facebook and/or other social media. use Vacation Watch programs offered by Montgomery County sheriff’s Office and Harris County Constable Precinct 4. Advise trusted neighbors of your plans so they can be aware of your absence and keep an eye on your home.

8. Be thorough when hiring home contractors such as lawn care, cleaning or other services you may require in your home. Be cautious when giving anyone access (or a key) to your home. Get references, ask if the company does background checks on their employees and check with the local Better Business Bureau.

Forming good crime prevention habits can make a difference. Please take that extra moment to practice the tips provided. For more information about what you can do to help, contact The Woodlands Township and ask for a program specialist at 281-210-3800 or e-mail neighbor@thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov.

spring 202 Concert series Sundays, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Northshore park FrEE aDMiSSiON

april  Aimless Gun (Country/Indie)

april 5 Emory Quinn (Country/Rock)

april 22 Vocal Trash (Variety)

april 29 Cold Shot (Variety)

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

Presented by Stage Sponsor

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Concert in the park is a program of The Woodlands Township.

important Notice: By submitting letters, photos and other materials to The Woodlands Community Magazine (TWCM) you agree that the materials submitted will become the property of TWCM and will not be returned. You also agree that TWCM, its assigns, and the publisher, have been granted the non-exclusive right to use and /or reproduce the materials in any manner and for any purpose. You also agree that you have made no other considerations for the use of any submissions unless authorized in writing by TWCM and the Publisher. They may be submitted to The Woodlands Community Magazine, P.O. Box 7859, The Woodlands, TX, 77387-7859. For more information, please call 281-210-3800.

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.

Disclaimer: The Publisher, Champions Printing & Publishing, Inc. (CP&PI), and The Woodlands Township assume no responsibility for the advertising content within this publication. All warranties and representations made in the advertising content are solely that of the advertiser and any such claims regarding its content should be addressed directly with the advertiser. The Publisher retains exclusive rights to the acceptance or denial of all advertising copy. Champions Printing & Publishing, Inc. assumes no liability with regard to its advertisers for misprints or failure to place advertising in this publication except for the actual cost of such advertising. Although every effort is taken to avoid mistakes and or misprints in this publication, Champions Printing & Publishing, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any errors of information or typographical mistakes, except as limited to the cost of advertising as stated above or in the case of misinformation, a printed retraction/correction. Under no circumstances shall The Publisher, The Woodlands Township be held liable for incidental or consequential damages, inconvenience, loss of business or services, or any other liabilities from failure to publish, or from failure to publish in a timely manner, except as limited to the liabilities stated above. Articles, cartoons, and photographs in this magazine express the

Protect your belongings during hurricane season and every season… Consider Purchasing Flood insurance

In

spite of the generally hot and dry conditions of summer, it is important to remember that the Houston area is prone to heavy seasonal rains and tropical storms. The Woodlands is part of the Texas Gulf Coast, and hurricane season will start soon. The next storm could be the one that is intense enough or long enough that the 100-year flood plain boundary is exceeded. For information on how to obtain flood plain information for property in Montgomery County, call the Montgomery County Inspection Office at 936-539-7836. Harris County residents may call 713-956-3000. For more information about flood insurance, contact a local insurance agent. You may also visit the Federal emergency Management Agency (FeMA) Web site for the National Flood Insurance Program at www.floodsmart.gov, or call 1-888-379-9531.

www.floodsmart.gov

Coverage obtained through the national Flood Insurance Program is relatively inexpensive and provides peace of mind.

spring Bark 202

the Woodlands texas

Lone star Animal Welfare League/tWDPC

saturday, april 2, 9:30 – 4:00 p.m.

northshore Park • The Woodlands, Texas

For sponsorship information please contact Laura at lmaclonestar@gmail.com