Westheimer Lakes September 2018

HomeFront
Official Newsletter for Westheimer Lakes Homeowners Association.
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PAINT & PINOT PARTY
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 TH
FOOD TRUCK NIGHTS
Friday, September 7th
Saturday, September 22nd
Katy Resdents Christina & Binh Nguyen
with their sons Max and Alex.
Photo by: Melissa Vargas Photography
MOVIE NIGHTS
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 TH
September 2018
Important Numbers pg. 3
Houston Events pg. 15
Library News
pgs.22-25
School News
pgs.19-21
Sports News
pgs.16-17
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HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS
Westheimer Lakes Property Owners Association
First Service Residential (713) 932-1122
SplashPad Texas Onsite Office (832) 222-2355
WLN Recreation Center Onsite Office (281)-394-5961
CG Recreation Center (Canyon Gate only) (832) 222-2970
Top Gun 713-575-7717
Houston National Golf Club (281) 304-1400
Utilities
Electricity (TXU) (800) 368-1398
Electricity (Reliant) (713) 207-7777
Gas (Centerpoint) (713) 659-2111
En-touch (Customer Service) (281) 225-1000
Trash (Waste Management) (713) 686-6666
Water (Fort Bend MUD #142) (832) 467-1599
Property Tax Authorities
Fort Bend County Tax (281) 341-3710
Katy ISD (281) 396-6000
Lamar CISD (832) 223-0000
Area Hospitals
Christus St. Catherine Hospital 281-599-5700
Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital 281- 392-1111
West Houston Med Center 281-558-3444
Westheimer Lakes North Schools (KISD)
Shafer Elementary (PreK-5th) (281) 234-1900
Seven Lakes Junior High (6-8) (281) 234-2100
Seven Lakes High School (9-12) (281) 237-2800
Westheimer Lakes Schools (Lamar ISD)
Bentley Elementary (PreK-5th) (832) 223-4900
Leaman Junior High (6-8) (832) 223-5200
Fulshear High School (9-12) (832) 223-5000
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UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
PAINT & PINOT PARTY
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 TH , 4:30-7 PM
Please join us for an adults-only Paint & Pinot evening at the
Westheimer Lakes North Clubhouse. Residents can choose to
paint with an instructor and mingle with their neighbors. Adult
beverages and hors d’oeuvres will be served.
Activities will include:
• Free drinks • Hors d’oeuvres
• Painting • Music
• Prizes
• Photo Booth
RSVP to Michelle at mevrard@canyongate.com and include wine,
beer or non-alcohol preference.
If interested in painting, please visit www.thepaintedspider.com
no later than September 1 st . The fee per person is $25 and includes
all painting supplies. The paint class will begin at 4:30 PM.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 TH
7:30-9:30 PM:
Looking for an activity for the family and to
meet your neighbors? Join us on Saturday,
September 29 th at the basketball pavilion near
the SplashPad!
The fun kicks off at 7:30 PM with a family-friendly
movie. Grab your friends, family, blankets and
chairs and join us under the stars.
Popcorn, snacks and refreshments
will be served.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6 TH , 6-8 PM
All residents are invited to participate in National Night Out on Saturday,
October 6 th ! This event will take place on your own streets
or sections. Each street/section gets to pick a theme and choose
what time and location to get together. This is a great opportunity
for you to meet your fellow neighbors and make new friends!
Then, we want you in our newsletter! To make the cut, please
email your National Night Out photos by Monday, October 15 th
to mevrard@canyongate.com.
If you have any questions about the event or would like to become
a section leader or block captain, please contact Michelle Evrard,
Director of Community Events, at mevrard@canyongate.com or
713-783-6702.
FALL FESTIVAL - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 TH , 2-4 PM
Join in the fun with your fellow ghouls and goblins. Our annual Fall Festival
will be located at the SplashPad. There will be carnival games, DJ, prizes,
moonwalks, snacks and tons of fun!
Volunteers needed! If you would like to volunteer to help with the games or need
community service hours for school, please contact mevrard@canyongate.com.
WESTHEIMER LAKES FUTURE EVENTS CALENDAR 2018
Saturday, November 3 rd :
Saturday, December 1 st :
Saturday, December 8 th :
December 2 nd -12 th :
Fall Garage Sale
Cookies with Santa
Snow Day at the SplashPad
Holiday Yard Decoration Contest
Please contact Michelle Evrard, Director of Community Events, at mevrard@
canyongate.com if you would like to volunteer for any of our events! Events
are subject to change.
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FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS AT
WESTHEIMER LAKES
NORTH
(brought to you by
Food Park Katy)
Come enjoy Food Truck Fridays
at Westheimer Lakes North EVERY
MONTH from 5:30 PM-8:30 PM
(weather permitting). Experience
some of the best food trucks, farmers
market and local retail vendors
from Katy and the surrounding
areas! A variety of family entertainment
will be provided! Chairs and
blankets are encouraged!
For more information, please follow
us on Facebook at facebook.com/
katyfood, Instagram at #FoodParkKaty
or www.foodparkkaty.com.
Friday, September 7th
Friday, October 5 th
Friday, November 2 nd
Friday, December 14 th
SIZZLIN’ SATURDAYS AT
WESTHEIMER LAKES
SOUTH
(brought to you by
Food Park Katy)
Come enjoy Sizzlin’ Saturdays at
Westheimer Lakes South EVERY
MONTH from 5:30 PM-8:30 PM
(weather permitting). Experience
some of the best food trucks, farmers
market and local retail vendors
from Katy and the surrounding
areas! A variety of family entertainment
will be provided! Chairs and
blankets are encouraged!
For more information, please follow
us on Facebook at facebook.com/
katyfood, Instagram at #FoodParkKaty
or www.foodparkkaty.com.
Saturday,September 22nd
Saturday, October 13 th
Saturday, November 17 th
Saturday, December 15 th
WL SUMMER POOL HOURS 2018
SPLASHPAD
Weekends Only, through September 30 th :
Saturday-Sunday:
10 AM-8 PM
Exception:
Labor Day, Monday, 9/3:
10 AM-8 PM
NORTH CLUBHOUSE
Weekends Only, through September 30 th :
Saturday-Sunday:
10 AM-9 PM
Exception:
Labor Day, Monday, 9/3:
10 AM-9 PM
CANYON GATE CLUBHOUSE
Please note that Canyon Gate will be a “Swim at Your Own Risk” pool on
the dates marked below. All Canyon Gate adult residents must go by the
Canyon Gate Clubhouse to sign a waiver before their finger scan will be
active for these hours.
September 1 st - September 30 th :
Sunday-Monday:
Closed
Tuesday-Saturday: 9 AM-5 PM - “Swim at Your Own Risk”
Exception:
Labor Day Weekend 9/1-9/3: 10 AM-8 PM
*Reminders*
You must bring a valid driver’s license or I.D. when registering for pool access.
CG Parents - If your minor child is coming to the CG pool with another adult CG
resident, you need to sign a parental release form. Also, if you are bringing minor
guests without their parent, that minor’s parents must sign a parental release form.
Schedules subject to change; weather and other factors could cause changes to these
schedules without notice. Please check with the onsite office for further information.
Yard of the
Month!
August Winners
25835 Riverside Creek Drive (Canyon Lakes)
Congratulations to the “Yard of the Month” winners!
Special thanks to our sponsor Cornelius Nursery!
August Winners:
Westheimer Lakes -
25835 Riverside Creek Drive (Canyon Lakes)
Westheimer Lakes North -
6514 Bella Meda Lane (Section 11)
To nominate a yard, please email the address
and a picture, if possible, to mevrard@canyongate.com.
6514 Bella Meda Lane (Section 11)
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Center
S. Fry Road
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WL’S INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
POOL PARTY 2018
We had a blast at our annual Independence Celebration pool party at
the SplashPad. DJ Jeff entertained all ages with great music, hula-hoop
contests, games and prizes! Kids and adults also had fun on the large
inflatable waterslide, enjoyed shaved ice and airbrush tattoos.
Special thanks to The WellPet Center Veterinary Hospital
for sponsoring the Waterslide.
For more photos of the event, please visit the community
website at www.canyongate.com/residents/wl.
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WESTHEIMER LAKES TEEN POOL PARTY 2018
Teens and tweens had a splash at their first pool party at Westheimer
Lakes! DJ Jeff entertained us with fun music, games and prizes.
Activities also included an inflatable photo booth, airbrush tattoos,
pool games and a raffle in which winners received gift cards. There
was also plenty of food for all that included pizza, chips, cookies,
shaved ice and candy!
Please enjoy some of the pictures from the Teen Pool Party! You
can also access them online at www.canyongate.com/residents/wl.
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MANAGEMENT TEAM
Listed below are the names and contact information for your
management team:
For questions regarding gate access, community maintenance,
rental inquiries, please call Jackie Williams at 832-222-2355 or
email wsplashpad@entouch.net.
For questions regarding violations, please call Maren Grimes at
281-394-5961 or email maren.grimes@fsresidential.com.
For questions regarding ARC applications, please contact
Belinda Miller at 713-984-7281 or
email Belinda.Miller@fsresidential.com.
For questions regarding your account, please contact
AR Coordinators at AR.Coordinators@fsresidential.com.
For general questions, please contact Marci Birthisel at
713-984-7205 or email marci.birthisel@fsresidential.com.
TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS LIST
If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job
seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www.krenekprinting.
com, click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with your name, birthdate
(mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate and the name of your
newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on your form. Please
make sure your email is correct, we send emails in the summer to make
sure all the info is still good and that you want to stay on the list. If we do
not hear back from you after 3 tries, we will remove you from the list until
we do. Must have parent(s) permission.
DISCLAIMER
Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those listed
on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out references if
you do not personally know those listed. This is just a list of teenagers from
the subdivision who wish to find part time jobs. Responsibility for any work
done by these teenagers is between those seeking helpers and the teens
and their parents.
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TO CONTACT THE BOARD
Please address the Board of Directors via
First Service Residential:
First Service Residential
1330 Enclave Pkwy, Suite 425 Houston, TX 77077
713-932-1122 contactus.tx@fsresidential.com
Fireworks Prohibition
in the Deed Restrictions
The Board asks that residents refrain from celebrating holidays
with the use of fireworks and fireworks display. This not only poses
a nuisance and disturbance to your neighbors, it also leaves a
messy aftermath to be cleaned up. Thank you for helping to keep
Westheimer Lakes community fireworks free!
WESTHEIMER LAKES EMAIL LIST
Don’t miss out on up-to-date info. Get on the email list! Community
emails are sent regularly to residents with community news and
other important information. Email addresses remain confidential.
If you would like to receive regular updates, please register at
www.canyongate.com/residents/wl.
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EMAIL: wsplashpad@entouch.net
Office Hours: Tuesday - 11 AM-7 PM
Wednesday through Saturday - 9 AM-5 PM
Onsite Community Manager: Jackie Williams
The SplashPad Texas water park is open during the winter
months if weather permits. Office staff only are on duty.
The SplashPad Slide Pool is only open during the summer
season. Private parties can be arranged with the Onsite
Community Director during regular business hours only.
Please call 832-222-2355 or
email wsplashpad@entouch.net for more information.
Westheimer Lakes North Recreation Center Hours
6201 Westheimer Lakes North Drive, Katy, TX 77494
Business Office Phone: 281-394-5961
EMAIL: wln@entouch.net
Office Hours: Tuesday through Saturday - 9 AM-5 PM
Fitness Center Hours: 7 days a week - 5 AM-10 PM
Onsite Community Manager: Maren Grimes
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ATTENTION! PET POOPS / YOU SCOOP
Please be respectful of community grounds and neighbors’ yards. If your
pet poops during your walk, be prepared to scoop and trash. Come with
a scooper and a recycled grocery bag or anything else. It may not be the
most fabulous way to walk your pet, but it does show your respect for
every homeowner and our beautiful community.
PLEASE NOTE - PETS ON LEASHES
It is the law in Fort Bend County that all pets must be vaccinated for rabies,
registered and restrained. All animals, when outside of an owner’s means of
restraint (i.e., in a fenced back yard), must be on a leash. For the safety of all
residents, please use all precautions with your pets and keep them on
leashes when walking pets in the community EVEN IF YOU FEEL YOUR PET
IS HARMLESS. If you see ANY animal roaming freely in the neighborhood, immediately
call Animal Control at 281-342-1512. Even if you recognize the animal,
be very careful approaching it, as you do not know how it will react; if you can
safely retrieve the animal, then call the owner. Otherwise, Animal Control is your
best and safest option.
FORT BEND COUNTY “LEASH LAW”
Animal control authorities are permitted to enter your Property to patrol and remove
pets. Pets must be registered, licensed and inoculated as required by law.
As a dog owner, you are responsible for the control of your dog. If your
dog is one that ‘makes objectionable noise,’ you must make every effort
to respect your Neighbor’s right to their ‘peace and quiet.’
When your dog is not in your yard, it is imperative that you keep your dog on a
leash at all times. While your dog is friendly to you and your family, imagine the
consequences if it were to harm someone while it was ‘roaming free.’
Please respect other resident’s right to walk the common area ground
without fear of attack from an unleashed dog.
Laws are written to ensure that owned animals are confined to their property
or kept on a leash to free a community of unrestrained and free-roaming
animals. Although most dog bites occur on the property where the dog
lives, unrestrained or free-roaming dogs do pose a substantial threat to
the public. In addition, unrestrained animals are at increased risk of being
bitten by rabies infected wildlife. Enforcement of restraint laws is essential
in enhancing the animal control program’s efforts to reduce the risk of
rabies in our community.
LICENSING OF DOGS AND CATS
The primary benefit of licensing animals is identification, should that animal
become lost. Licensing also:
• Ensures that rabies vaccination are current.
• Allows for quick identification in case of a bite incident.
• Provides revenue to offset the administration costs of the
animal control program.
VACCINATION
Rabies vaccinations are a prerequisite for licensing dogs and cats because
they are an important control measure for the public health threat of rabies.
In addition to protecting pets, rabies vaccinations provide a barrier between
infected wild animals and humans.
To make a complaint or report an animal that is not properly
restrained please contact:
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Rosenberg, TX 77471 - 281-342-1512 - AnimalServices@co.fort-bend.tx.us.
THE TOP DOG
By Cheryl Conley
Living just a few miles north of Houston, it’s not uncommon for me
to hear coyotes howling at night. I get a little nervous when I hear
them because they have been known to attack domestic animals. I
saw on the news a few weeks ago where a coyote jumped a fence
in broad daylight and attacked a small dog. Luckily, the owner was
able to scare the coyote and no harm was done to the dog. Because
natural habitats are disappearing, more and more coyotes are being
sighted in urban settings.
TWRC only accepts coyote pups and we get very few of them but they are
very interesting animals and I thought you might enjoy learning about
them.
• They are about the size of a small German Shepherd. They have
yellowish eyes.
• They are highly intelligent members of the dog family and are
described by wildlife experts as clever, cunning and sneaky. They
have a strong sense of hearing, smell and sight.
• Dogs run with their tails up; coyotes run with their tails down.
• They are classified as carnivores but will eat almost anything.
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• The coyote is very vocal. A long howl lets others know its location. Short barks
warn others of danger. They “yip” when reuniting with other pack members
and will growl to establish dominance within the pack. They whimper and
whine when bonding and make a high-pitched bark to call its pups.
• They can live up to 14 years in the wild.
• Some consider them a nuisance and attempt trapping and other
nuisance-control measures. This will never eliminate them. Remove
one and another one will move in to take its place. In The Woodlands,
Texas, a few years ago several coyotes were removed. The result was
that feral pigs moved in and destroyed lawns. According to Texas
Parks and Wildlife, “The real solution and the greater need facing
Texans right now is public education. We need to inform and empower
people to take steps to coexist with coyotes and other urban wildlife.”
• Coyotes can run up to 40 mph.
• Coyotes are 100% monogamous according to a study by scientists
at Ohio State University in 2012. “I was surprised we didn’t find any
cheating going on,” said study co-author Stan Gehrt, a wildlife ecologist
with Ohio State’s School of Environment and Natural Resources.
• Coyotes are great swimmers.
If you have questions about wildlife, please refer to our website at
www.twrcwildlifecenter.org. If you can’t find the answers you need,
give us a call at 713-468-8972.
RECYCLING CENTERS NEAR YOU!
The Ft. Bend County Recycling Center in Rosenberg (just 10 miles away),
accepts glass/bottles, Styrofoam and other items. Visit the Ft. Bend Co.
government website www.co.fort-bend.tx.us for information.
For more facts on decomposition time, visit http://behealthyandrelax.
com/2007/11/how-long-does-it-take-to-decompose.
Green Arrow Recycling located in Katy, west of Katy High School accepts
paper, plastics, aluminum, electronics, cardboard and other recyclable
materials and welcome residential drop offs.
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CINCO RANCH LADIES CLUB
The Cinco Ranch Ladies Club (CRLC) is a 501(c)3 providing residents
in Katy and surrounding cities with activities, both social and charitable.
We designate charities each year as recipients for our fundraising
events. We typically meet each month as an entire club at The Golf
Club at Cinco Ranch at 7 PM to partake in themed events such as a Chili
Cook Off, Halloween Party, Craft Fairs, Silent Auction, Line Dancing,
Self--Defense Class, Favorite Things Exchange and Luau.
We also offer about 22 sub-clubs that each meet once a month on a small
scale in residents homes, businesses, restaurants and walking trails. A few
special interest clubs are Book, Business Network, Bunco, Coffee, Craft,
Dining, Lunch, Ladies Night Out, Movie, Garden, Game Night, Meditation,
Wine, Walking and more. $35 annual dues for all the social and charitable fun.
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9:30 AM-2:30 PM: Instruction
2:30-3 PM: Audience Q&A
Lunch Provided
Register on Enentbrite at www.enentbrite.
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1 ST ANNUAL RUN WILD RUN FREE
5K RUN/WALK
Hey Runners! Come Run Wild with TWRC
Wildlife Center at our 1 st Annual Run Wild Run
Free 5K Run/Walk, September 8, 2018 at Burroughs
Park in Tomball, Texas. Proceeds will
help with the care and rehabilitation of Texas
Wildlife right here in Houston. There will be
prizes for top male and female runners, best
wildlife costume, face painting for the kids
and much more. This will be fun for the whole
family. Register at www.twrcwildlifecenter.
org/5k-walk-run-registration.
KATY VOCAL EXPRESS CHORUS
OPEN HOUSE
Monday, September 10 th , 7-9 PM
Love to sing? Can’t find a place to sing with
other women in a friendly, fun chorus? Your
voice has a place in our chorus! Katy Vocal
Express is a prospective chorus of Sweet
Adelines International, the premier organization
for women that love to sing. Over 23,000
women of all ages, throughout the world sing
4 part, acappella harmony in Sweet Adelines
choruses. Katy Vocal Express was formed in
2016 and is always accepting new singers.
Whether you are an experienced singer or
just like to sing along with the radio, there is a
place for you on our risers. Can’t read music?
No problem, we’ll help you. Don’t sing harmony?
We’ll teach you or have you sing melody.
Not sure if this is for you? Come visit and listen!
Katy Vocal Express will be holding an Open
House for ladies that love to sing, age 14 and
up, Monday, September 10 th , 7-9 PM in the
choir room of Holy Covenant United Methodist
Church, 22111 Morton Ranch Road, Katy 77449.
Come see what singing barbershop harmony is
all about. For information about Katy Vocal Express
go to www.katyvocalexpress.org and it will
take you to our information. To let us know you
are coming, please email katyvocalexpress@
gmail.com. Hope you find a place in our chorus.
KATY LIONS CLUB 15 TH ANNUAL
GOLF TOURNAMENT
Friday, September 14 th , 5-8 PM
Top Golf in Katy -
1030 Memorial Brook Blvd. Houston, TX
The annual Katy Lions Club Golf Tournament
has a new location and format this year. Please
join us at Top Golf Houston-Katy for a top
contender tournament game. This a family
friendly format and all are welcome to come
and support Lions Club charities and have a
good time as well. Your entry fee will cover
your game, dinner and unlimited non-alcoholic
beverages. Tickets will be available for
Mulligans and raffle items.
All proceeds will go to benefit Lions Club
Charities including:
Texas Lions Camp for children with
physical disabilities
Lions Eye Bank of Texas
Leader Dogs for the Blind
Scholarships for Katy ISD high school seniors
Eye exams and glasses for Katy ISD students
in need
Donations to the Lions Club International Foundation
For more information and to reserve a place,
contact Janice Sayer-Jackson at sawyer-jackson@att.com.
Sponsorships and donations are welcome. The
Katy Lions Club is a 501(c)3 organization. All
donations are tax deductible.
INIT2WINIT JUMPER QUALIFIER
The Great Southwest Equestrian Center would like
to invite the community to experience the excitement
of horse show jumping! On September 29 th
at 7 PM, GSEC will be hosting a $15,000 InIt2WinIt
Jumper Qualifier. Horse & Rider combinations will
be jumping obstacles nearly 5’ tall for a fastest
with no faults competition. The top 3 placing rider
of this event will advance to the $100,00 Finals
held in Omaha in April 2019. The Saturday night
event is free to the public. The pre-show will start
at 6:15 PM for a chance to win GSEC merchandise.
At the end of the class spectators will have a
chance to meet the pro-riders, receive autographs,
take photos and will also be allowed to walk out
onto the course and see the obstacles up close.
Where: Great Southwest Equestrian Center, 2501
S Mason Road, Katy, Tx 77450
Name of the Event:
$15,000 InIt2WinIt Jumper Qualifier
When: September 29, 2018
Pre-Show: 6:15 PM
Competition Start time: 7 PM
Questions about the event: Val Garza,
Operations Manager, 210-870-4584 or
email at ValGarza@gswec.com
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KATY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES 14 TH ANNUAL
“TRANSFORMING LIVES” GALA,
SEPTEMBER 25, 2018
Katy Christian Ministries would like to invite the community to
attend their 14 th Annual “Transforming Lives” Gala, September 25,
2018 starting at 6 PM at the historical Beckendorff Farms in Katy,
TX. Tickets and Sponsorship information are available at www.
ktcm.org/gala2018. An exciting announcement will be made at
the event that you won’t want to miss. Katy Christian Ministries
relies on the financial support of local churches, organizations,
foundations, businesses, social clubs and community members
to continue serving the needs of the community.
BIRDIES “FORE” THE CHILDREN 7 TH ANNUAL
CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
We are excited to invite you to participate in
the Birdies “Fore” the Children 7 th Annual Charity
Golf Tournament 2018 benefiting Shriner’s
Hospital for burned children in Galveston, Texas.
This tournament will be held at Tour 18 Golf Course, on Saturday
October 27, 2018. Registration begins now online. Registration and
breakfast will start at 6:30 AM. The tournament will start at 8 AM
sharp. Our goal is to raise $50,000 to provide funds for the tissue
bank at Shriner’s Hospital. Our sponsors and players truly help us
provide funds that directly go to Shriner’s Tissue Bank where hundreds
of patients receive life-saving tissue which helps the children
not only survive but also return home to their families! Thanks to
all our friends and family for helping us reach $167,360 since 2011.
In order to speed up the registration process the morning of the
tournament, we have added the ability to pay by card on our website.
This payment method will be shown once you complete your
online registration. If you plan to pay by check, please mail in your
checks to the address listed on your invoice as quickly as you can.
We are still accepting cash, checks and cards at the tournament
for registration, but, we ask that you please pay upfront before the
tournament. We are looking forward to spending the day with all
of our supporters and players, we look forward to seeing you out
there and having a great 2018 golf tournament.
GO HERE TO REGISTER:
http://birdeasepro.com/birdiesforethechildren
CRAFT SHOWS/FESTIVALS
6 TH ANNUAL ST PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
FALL FESTIVAL & CRAFT SHOW
Please join us for our 6 th Annual St Paul’s Episcopal Church Fall Festival &
Craft Show. Grab a friend and join us for shopping, children’s activities,
Petting Zoo and BBQ. Special Guests include the Katy Fire Department &
Katy Police department!!
Saturday, October 6, 2018 at 5373 Franz Road, from 9 AM to 4 PM. FREE admission!
Interested vendors please contact Mary at saintpaulschurch@charter.net.
2 ND ANNUAL WESTLAND’S WELCOME HOME CRAFT SHOW
The 2 nd Annual Westland’s Welcome Home Craft Show will be held October
6, 2018 at Westland Baptist Church. We are located at 1407 W Grand Parkway
South in Katy.
26 TH ANNUAL GINGERBREAD VILLAGE HOLIDAY MARKET
OCTOBER 27, 2018
The Ladies Auxiliary from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton is holding their 26 th annual
Gingerbread Village Holiday Market on October 27, 2018. We are located at
6646 Addicks Satsuma Road, Houston, 77084. Featuring arts, crafts, specialty
foods, fashion good and more
4 TH ANNUAL MISTLETOE MARKET
The St. Faustina Women of Mercy cordially invite you to their 4 th Annual
Mistletoe Market. Saturday, November 3, 2018, 9 AM to 4 PM. Westlake
Preparatory Lutheran Academy, 23300 Bellaire Blvd, Richmond, TX 77406.
(Do NOT call the school about booths or questions.) Come enjoy THE BEST
SHOPPING experience Christmas can bring! As always, Santa will make a
surprise guest appearance! All booth inquiries, please email Lisa Thigpen
at Lisab0912@gmail.com.
VENDORS WANTED
VENDORS NEEDED
The 2 nd Annual Westland’s Welcome Home Craft Show will be held October 6,
2018 at Westland Baptist Church. We are located at 1407 W Grand Parkway
South in Katy. Interested vendors should send an email to Martha Wells
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Catholic Church will hold their 26 th Annual Gingerbread Village Holiday
Market on October 27, 2018. If you are interested in showcasing your
arts, craft, products, etc., consider joining us as a vendor this year! For
an application or more information regarding this event, please email:
gingerbreadvillage@yahoo.com.
THEATER/ARTS
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5420 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77056
Around the World in 80 Days -
September 14 th -30 th
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Box Office: 713-526-2721
Hours: 10 AM-6 PM, Monday-Friday
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www.kvpac.org
2501 S Mason Rd., Suite 290, Katy, TX 77450
Season Tickets, including all new FLEX Packages, are on-sale now
to lock-in the best price and choice seat. Pre-Sale Show Tickets are
$15 Adults and $12 Seniors. Tickets increase by $3 at the door. Group
rates are available at www.kvpac.org or in person. For Katy audience
members who seek an evening at the theater, they can look to Encore
Players as a source to enjoy the theater in their own home town without
the long commute or high cost involved with heading to one of
downtown Houston’s theaters. Katy Visual & Performing Arts Center
(KVPAC) is a non-profit arts education organization helping artists find
their light since 2001.
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STAGEWORKS THEATRE
Five Women Wearing the Same Dress: September 7-30, 2018
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM
Sunday matinees at 3 PM
Stageworks Theatre is located
at 10760 Grant Road,
Houston, Texas 77070.
Website:
www.stageworkshouston.org.
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SEPTEMBER 2018 HOUSTON AREA EVENTS AND ROAD TRIPS
Music in the Plaza - September 1, 2018, 7:30-9:30 PM. Admission is free.
Sugar Land Town Square, 2711 Plaza Drive, Sugar Land, TX 77479. Pack up
your lawn chairs and head to the Plaza for a night of great tunes! Named the
2018 CMA of Texas Band Of The Year and made up of members of the former
high energy, dynamic, crowd-pleasing Chris Brade Band, Southern County
Line has become one of the premier country music acts in the Houston area.
They are also the band that backs the popular Tribute to George Strait Show
featuring Derek Spence.
Labor Day Backyard Barbecue - September 1, 2018 and September 3,
2018, 9 AM-5 PM. George Ranch Historical Park, 10215 FM 762 Road, Richmond,
TX 77469. Celebrate Labor Day weekend with traditional games and
an old-fashioned 1930s barbecue at the George Ranch House. Listen to period
music on a vintage radio, play games from the past and help make ice cream
the old-fashioned way from 11 AM to 2 PM! At 12:30 PM, chow down on some
hearty Texas grub in the yard of the 1930s George Ranch Home. Cost for the
meal is $15 for adults ages 13 and older; $12 for children ages 5-12 and $4 for
children 4 and under. Please call 281-243-0218 to make reservations for the
historic meal.
First Saturday Arts Market - September 1, 2018 and October 1, 2018, 6-10
PM. Historic Houston Heights, 530 W. 19 th Street, Houston, TX 77008. Admission
is free. First Saturday Arts Market is a monthly outdoor fine arts event featuring
the works of dozens of visual artists. The market showcases paintings, sculpture,
photography, jewelry and handcrafted items. The entire family is welcome to
come enjoy the great outdoors, live music and delicious fare from some of the
area’s best gourmet food trucks. For more information, visit us at
www.FirstSaturdayArtsMarket.com or call 713-802-1213.
September 6 th - Toddler Music with Sessions, 9:30-10:15 AM. Sing, Sway,
Laugh, Play! Join us for a FREE class on the Plaza with Sessions Music. Immerse
your child in a musical atmosphere of play, song and dance, all while developing
fundamental skills and connecting with other moms, dads and families. Recommended
for ages newborn - 7 years. For more information, visit
www.sugarlandtownsquare.com.
September 7 th - Summer Music Festival. Gather with friends on our pool deck
for the end of our second annual Summer Music Festival! Enjoy live concert
performances, $5 beers and poolside. Featured artist for September 7 th it is
DJ Baby Roo.Complimentary admission and open to the public. Guests who
attend the events will receive complimentary valet parking. For more information
on our live art bar, please call the Four Seasons Hotel at 713-650-1300.
Fall Katy Home and Garden Show - September 8, 2018, 10 AM-6 PM and September
9, 2018, 11 AM-5 PM. Merrell Center & Robinson Pavilion, 6301 S Stadium
Ln., Katy, TX 77494. Admission: $7 for adults; $6 for seniors and $3 for military, Kids
under 12 are FREE. Fall in love with the latest trends in home design at the Fall
Katy Home and Garden Show, where Texas-size ingenuity will be on full display
including the unveiling of a Tiny Home Village, Vintage Market, Kitchen & Bath Idea
Center and much more. Master chalk-painting with help from local Vintage Artists,
Arcalee Gautier and Megan Morgan of Vintage Back Roads, as they teach you how
to create your own vintage master piece. Spruce up the yard and patio at the Fall
Plant Sale from Brookwood Community. Get inspired and ready to renovate and
decorate! For ticket information, directions, and hours visit
www.FallKatyHomeandGardenshow.com or call 832-392-0165.
104.1 KRBE Roula & Ryan Road Show - September 14, 2018, 7:30 PM. Smart
Financial Centre, 18111 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land, TX 77479. Admission:
$35-$58. The Roula and Ryan Show takes their popular show on the road
again. Fans will experience everything they love about the show - LIVE - in a
unique, variety-style show, including Roula & Ryan’s Roses, Special K’s Prank
Calls and/or The Mystery Box! Plus, this year’s show will showcase a special
“Game Night Edition,” featuring activities where fans could be a part of the fun
on stage with Roula, Ryan, Producer Eric, Special K, Krystina and Mumbles.
CineBrew Sip & Screen presented by Houston Cinema Arts Society - September
20, 2018, 7:30-10 PM. Admission is free. 8 th Wonder Brewery, 2202 Dallas Street. Join
us for a fun evening full of beer and film as we partner with 8 th Wonder Brewery to
present Richard Linklater’s hilarious 2003 comedy, “School of Rock,” featuring Jack
Black. Special brews, merchandise and memberships will be available! Local, Houstonian
short films will start at 7:30 PM before the movie, which will be screened at 8 PM.
Comedy Night at HPL - Monthly on the 3 rd Thursday, 6-8 PM. Houston Public
Library, 500 Mckinney Avenue, Houston, TX 77002. Admission is free.
The Houston Public Library offers “Open Mic” comedy night where local
and non local comedians, comediennes, ventriloquists and impressionists
of ALL ages present family comedy to the audience. Improv Performers from
Station Theater closes out the night with games that involve the audience.
Everyone who participates in at least one open mic throughout the year become
eligible to participate in the Annual Comedy competition which is held
in December. Prizes in the amounts of $100 and $75 gift cards are given to the
4 winners. Two adult and two youth. Event is free and open to the public. Food
and non alcoholic beverages are allowed in the sitting area during this event
only. You can bring your own food and order from many of the surrounding
food places. All ages.
Beetles, Brew and Barbecue - September 29, 2018, 8:30 AM-4 PM. Balls Out
Burger Main, (FM 2920) and Walnut Streets, Tomball, TX 77375. Admission: All
Spectators free, free parking, $15 entry fee. The North Houston VW Club’s 24 th
annual show takes place at the beautiful park surrounding Tomball’s Historic
Downtown Train Depot. See great cars and sample Texas craft beer from Houston-area
brewers. Mouth-watering Texas-style barbecue, local area vendors of
all kinds and live music onstage. Swap meet area too. All air or water-cooled
Volkswagens are welcomed. Registration is from 8:30-11:00 AM. Awards and
prize winners announced at 3 PM. Over 40 Trophies and Awards! Raffles, door
prizes, the best goodie bags in Texas, manufacturers samples and gift certificates,
local garage gift certificates and discounts, many gift baskets and great
fun! All proceeds benefit local NW Houston charities.
Carlos Cruz-Diez at the Cistern: Spatial Chromointerference - Weekly
through January 13, 2019. Cistern At Buffalo Bayou Park, 105 Sabine Street,
Houston, TX 77007. Times: Wednesday through Friday - 3:30-6 PM; Saturday
and Sunday - 11 AM-6 PM. Admission: $10 per person; $8 for Seniors, Youth
and Students. The Cistern’s distinctive architecture as well as its sheer size
and raw interior, punctuated by a series of rhythmical columns, will make for
an intriguing and interactive experience. Visitors to Carlos Cruz-Diez at the
Cistern: Spatial Chromointerference will be encouraged to wear white or light
colored clothing and will actively participate in viewing as the color changes
creating a sensation of movement.
Open House - Daily from dawn until dusk through February 28, 2019,
admission free. Sam Houston Park, 1100 Bagby, Houston, TX 77002. The artistic
duo, Havel Ruck Projects, made up of local artists, Dan Havel and Dean Ruck,
transformed a previously abandoned house into an interactive temporary
public sculpture. Sourced from Cherry House Moving Company, the 1940s-era
house was originally located in Santa Fe, Texas. After moving the home to Sam
Houston Park in April, Havel and Ruck stripped the structure’s interior and
exterior using drill saws and other tools. They cut circular holes into the walls
and filled them with PVC pipe to create a “Swiss cheese” or “lace” appearance
and collaged the interior walls with vintage images sourced from family, friends
and local resale shops representing the city’s people, places and past.
The International Exhibition of Sherlock Holmes - Daily through September
30, 2018. Houston Museum Of Natural Science, 5555 Hermann Park
Drive, Houston, TX 77030. Museum visitors will learn how Sherlock Holmes,
a scientific expert ahead of his time, used seemingly trivial observations of
clues others missed to solve some of his era’s most mysterious crimes. The
exhibition features original manuscripts and period artifacts, investigative
tools influenced and used by Sherlock Holmes and interactive crime-solving
opportunities. Guests will be transported into Sherlock Holmes’ London to
solve a crime in a world filled with innovation and experimentation and just
receiving its introduction to his ground-breaking methods.
Cars and Coffee - through December 29, 2018, 9 AM-12 PM. Gateway Classic
Cars Of Houston, 1910 Cypress Station Drive, Suite 200, Houston, TX 77090.
Admission is free. Cruise in to Gateway Classic Cars every last Saturday of the
month for Cars & Coffee. So far we have had some amazing turnouts, but we
want to continue to grow! Enjoy delicious donuts, coffee and all of our sweet
rides! No Admission fee and everyone is welcome! No cruiser? No sweat bring
the daily driver. Hope to see you there. 250+ classic & exotics.
Farmers Market at Imperial - Saturdays through December 29, 2018, 9
AM-1 PM, 234 Matlage Way, Sugar Land, TX 77478. Admission is free. In addition
to a wonderful selection of vendors, the Farmers Market brings you family fun!
Each week, the Market features live music, cooking demonstrations or other
seasonal entertainment. Presented by the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce.
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Fall Sports
HIGHFLYERS JUMP ROPE TEAM OF KATY
Six members of the Highflyers Jump Rope Team of Katy, Texas competed
in the U.S. National Jump Rope Championship June 20-24, 2018,
in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. The team has competed at the National
Championship each year since 2001. Qualification to the Championship
is via a Regional Tournament, which for the second consecutive year,
was hosted by the Highflyers in Katy in late April.
49 teams from across the United States were present at the National
Championship. More than 550 jumpers competed within their age
groups. The top 12 from all age groups progressed to Grand Nationals
on the final day. The competition included individual, pairs and
group entries in speed, power and freestyle events with single rope
and Double Dutch.
The Highflyers had a successful Championship with many members
achieving personal bests and/or placing in their age group. Cinco
Ranch High School Sophomore Stephanie Detgen, won gold in both
30 Second Speed and Double Unders within her age group. In addition,
the team’s four person Double Dutch freestyle team scored sufficiently
high enough in their age group to qualify for Grand Nationals - placing
as the seventh best team in the nation.
The Highflyers Jump Rope Team is a competitive and performance
youth team whose mission is to promote the sport of jump rope as a
fun, heart healthy activity that also promotes teamwork, dedication
and responsibility.
WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE
Westside Golf League is actively encouraging
new members. We invite you to join us every
Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club.
Our purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to
meet new friends and have fun while improving
golfing skills. For more information, contact the
Pro Shop at Cinco Ranch, 281-395-4653.
MONTY BALLARD YMCA AT CINCO RANCH
22807 Westheimer Pkwy., Katy, TX 77494
Monty Ballard YMCA Fall Sports:
Tiny Tots Soccer (age 3 and 4 years)
Youth Soccer League (grades K-7)
Youth flag Football league (grades 1-7)
Youth Volleyball League (grades 3-6)
Teen Volleyball League (grades 7-12)
Teen basketball League (grades 7-12)
Fall tennis lessons (grades K-7)
Start Date for Traditional League
Practice: Week of 9/17/18
Start Date for Tiny Tots Practices:
Week of 9/24/18
First Game Day (Season Starts) 9/29/18
Last game: 11/10/18
For the best pricing to join one of our league,
please see below. You can come into the Monty
Ballard YMCA or Katy Main Street YMCA to register
or go to: www.ymcahouston.org.
Regular Registration period:
8/14/18 to 9/10/18
Extended Registration Period: 9/11/2018
SWIM LESSONS: The Y has been teaching swim
lessons for over 100 years! All ages and ability levels
welcome. Morning, evening, group and private sessions
available. Call the Y, stop by the welcome center
or visit us online at www.ymcahouston.org/blog/
swim-programs-monty-ballard-ymca-cinco-ranch.
FALL SOCCER SIGN UPS - KATY/
FULSHEAR/WEST HOUSTON/SPRING
BRANCH/WESTPARK BELTWAY
Registration - Now Open!
Registration for Fun, Fair, Positive Soccer (FFPS) is open
for boys and girls ages 4 to 18 for the Fall Season. Games
start on October 6, 2018. FFPS is a non-profit youth
soccer program dedicated to providing a positive youth
sports experience for all children. Founded in 1986 in
Katy, Texas, FFPS has grown to 22 leagues and 16,000
players throughout the Greater Houston area. FFPS offers
children a fun and fair experience, including one practice
per week, a full uniform and trophy for every player, equal
playing time and play every position, co-ed/balanced
teams, positive coaching and more. No tryouts
are required.
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Online Registration schedule and fees
(sign up early and save):
Through September 17 th : $124
September 18 th until teams full: $129
Go to www.FFPS.org to sign up. Registration
fee includes a full uniform (jersey, shorts and
socks), trophy, trained positive coaches, nice
fields and background checks on all volunteers.
Coaches will call players to schedule practice by
October 2 nd . Practice times and location will be
determined by the coach and team. The schedule
includes eight games, played locally on Saturdays,
October 6 th to December 1 st . Our Katy
league plays at George Bush Park - FFPS Soccer
Complex (20150 Westheimer Parkway). Our Fulshear
League plays at Huggins Elementary (No.
1 Huggins Dr). Our West Houston League plays
at Westside High School (14201 Briar Forest).
Our Westpark/Beltway League plays at Quillian
Center (10570 Westpark Dr). Our Spring Branch/
Memorial League plays at St. Andrew Lutheran
Church (1353 Witte Rd).
For more information, map of all locations or to
sign up, visit www.FFPS.org or call
1-800-828-PLAY (7529).
REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR LW SPORTS’
JR. ROCKETS FALL BASKETBALL
AND FALL SOCCER LEAGUES
JR. ROCKETS FALL BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Dates: Through October
Cost: $75
Ages: 4-15 (boys and girls!)
Each paid participant receives: a Rockets jersey
for games, a FREE ticket to a Houston Rockets
game & an entry into a drawing for a J
ames Harden SIGNED Rockets Jersey!
FALL SOCCER LEAGUE
Dates: Through October
Ages: 3-8 (co-ed)
Each participant will receive a game jersey.
For more information go to: www.myLWSports.
com or call 281-500-8913!
HCYA HOMESCHOOL BASKETBALL
Registration is now open for the
2018-2019 Season
HYCA (Homeschool Christian Youth Association)
is now accepting registrations through October
15 th for the 2018-2019 season. The organization
has been in existence for more than 25 years and
our coaching staff has over 30 years of total experience
with HCYA. We have a number of teams
to accommodate boys ages 8 through the Varsity
Level. We compete against private schools, public
schools and home school organizations. We
practice at Katy Hustle gym.
Visit our website at www.hcyawarriors.com for
more information.
AHFC JUNIOR HURRICANES (JHSL)
REGISTRATION FOR FALL 2018 NOW OPEN
The Junior Hurricanes Soccer League (JHSL) is
led by professional United States Soccer Federation
(USSF) licensed staff and is designed for boys
& girls who want to play and have fun in a safe
and developmentally appropriate environment.
The JHSL program is being offered at multiple
locations and in conjunction with CFSA at the
Schiel Road Complex. To learn more about each
location and to register please visit www.albionhurricanes.org.
Season begins in September!
For those wishing only to train, join us in Katy for
AHFC Friday Night Academy. Visit Katy Youth Soccer
to register for this Friday Fun Program. AHFC
is proud to partner with New Territory and offer
New Territory Thursday Night Academy, a 5-week
Skills Program. Email us at jhsl@albionhurricanes.
org for more information or questions.
Want a more competitive program? Join AHFC!
Call us and we can find you a team: 713-939-7473.
Website: www.albionhurricanes.org.
WEST HOUSTON RUGBY CLUB
West Houston Rugby Club offers excellent opportunities
for players of all ages from minis to adults
to participate in one of America’s fastest growing
sports. Our coaches are fully accredited with USA
Rugby and include former European premiership
players. We are a not for profit club with a mission
to provide outstanding club management, a fun
social environment and the feeling of a rugby family.
Registration is now open for the 2018 season at
www.westhoustonrugby.com. Enquiries may be
sent to info@westhoustonrugby.com. Come and
join the fastest growing club in Houston!
KATY AREA RUNNING CLUB
The Katy Area Running Club is a 501(c)3 non-profit
corporation which exists to serve people living
in and around Katy, Texas who have an interest
in running. We are a community of people of all
ages, backgrounds, heritages and abilities who
share a common interest - running! Our focus is on
group runs, having fun, socializing and sharing our
knowledge and experience with our members and
the public. We welcome all who are interested in
joining us. We have a full calendar of runs, events
and socials. We hold group runs every Saturday
morning at the Sergeant Hatch Sports Park off the
south I-10 feeder road just east of Barker Cypress
Rd. On Tuesdays (5 AM and 6:30 PM) we meet at
one of the KISD junior high tracks for speedwork
and on Thursday (6:30 PM) we meet at Crosspoint
Community Church for tempo runs of various
distances and paces. To find out more and to join
our club, visit www.KatyAreaRunningClub.com.
TRACK HOUSTON YOUTH TRACK CLUB
Track Houston is the nation’s largest and most
successful youth track and field organization. Our
goal is to assist interested boys and girls ages 6
to18 years old in improving their physical fitness
and mental stamina. We have multiple practice
sites in the Greater Houston area including Mc-
Means Junior High School in Katy and Cypress
Lakes High School in Cypress. Visit www.trackhouston.com
to register for a location near you.
KATY CANOE & KAYAK CLUB (KC/KC)
Established March of 2014 (Over 200 Members).
Never paddled before, that’s okay too! We don’t
own a store, don’t purchase anything yet! Join
our meetings and we can answer your questions
and/or assist you in trying out new gear and
equipment. KC/KC is a non-profit organization
with major Sponsors. Must be at least 21 years of
age to join. LIFE VEST/PFD IS A MUST!!!!
We meet every 3 rd Wednesday of each month
at 24638 Kingsland Blvd., Katy TX 77494 (Manta
Ray Enterprises, Inc.), 7-9 PM. For more information,
call Philip at 713-826-5705 or 281-782-7252.
“Remember-Think Safe, Paddle Safe”
NETBALL CLUBS
Katy Swifts Netball Club invites people to come
and learn about netball and have some fun playing
a great team sport. Open to everyone from
eight years and up including adults. Contact katynetball@netballamerica
for further information.
Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men
and youth to join in, play and learn netball,
Tuesday nights at The British School of Houston.
Contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com
for further information.
You can also “like” the Texas Netball Association
on Facebook to see regular announcements
about netball in the Lonestar State! Also visit
netballamerica.com for general information
about netball in America.
WOMEN’S FLAT TRACK ROLLER DERBY
Southwest Houston’s own brand new women’s
flat track roller derby team is now forming. This
isn’t the old school roller derby you’ve seen in
the past. We train derby athletes to compete
according to the rules and guidelines set forth by
WFTDA, the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association.
We are actively recruiting skaters, referees
and volunteers. Skaters must be female and 18
or older. Referees and volunteers must be 18 or
older. Email us at yellowrosederbygirls@yahoo.
com for more information. You can also find us
at www.yellowrosederbygirls.com and on Facebook.
Join up now to become an integral part in
founding and building our league.
VOLLEYBALL
Please contact Dean at volleyballkaty@yahoo.
com if you are interested in playing volleyball.
You must be at least 18 years old and be able to
play at intermediate level. We play at different
locations in and around Katy area.
KATY RUGBY CLUB
Want to learn the newest Olympic Sport - Rugby?
All ages welcome - boys & girls, Training every Sunday
2-4 PM at Cinco Ranch High School, For more
information, please visit www.katyrugbyclub.com.
KATY CAVALIER LACROSSE CLUB
The Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club invites you to come
and see what Lacrosse is all about. Join us as we
continue to bring one of the fastest growing team
sports in the United States to the youth of Katy.
Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club offers lacrosse for boys
and girls from Kindergarten thru High School. No
experience needed. For more information visit our
website, www.katycavalierlacrosse.org.
Did you play Lacrosse in college, coached lacrosse
or just love the sport? We are looking for Coaches
for boys and girls. Please contact us for more information
if you would like to volunteer and be a part
of the Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club, 281-942-8822.
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• National Honey Month
• Whole Grains Month
• Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
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• Cayenne Pepper
• Chili Peppers, Poblano Peppers
• Serrano Pepper, Jalapeno Pepper
Flower: Aster & Forget-me-not
Astrological Signs: Virgo & Libra
Holidays:
September 3 rd : Labor Day
September 9 th : Rosh Hashana (Start), September 11 th (End)
September 9 th : Grandparents Day
September 11 th : Patriot Day
September 19 th : Yom Kippur
September 22 nd : September Equinox/Fall begins
September 23 rd : Sukkot (Start), September 30 th (End)
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Itch, Ouch, Scratch, It’s Bug Season
Whether you’re attacked while working in the garden, enjoying a
picnic in the park or lounging by the pool, bug bites and stings are
an inevitable summer annoyance. At best, bites and stings can be
uncomfortable for a few days; at worst, they can be a serious, lifethreatening
hazard.
Here are some tips on how to relieve the itch or sting and when to
know if you should seek medical attention:
If the bite or sting is mildly painful or itchy, apply over-the-counter
medication that contains Benadryl or cortisone for topical relief. Other
home remedies, like applying a paste made from baking soda and
water, dabbing on ammonia with a cotton ball, soaking in oatmeal
baths or even applying toothpaste to the site may also provide relief.
Whatever you do, don’t scratch. This can cause an infection and leave
a scar. And it won’t relieve the itch or sting.
If you feel faint, nauseous, dizzy or disoriented or if you experience
rapid heartbeat, difficulty breathing or your lips, tongue or throat
swell, call 911 immediately and get medical attention. These
symptoms indicate a severe allergy to the insect’s venom. Administer
an Epi-pen (injectable epinephrine) if one is available and administer
CPR if symptoms worsen before emergency personnel arrive. After
the episode, follow up with a physician who can determine an allergy
prevention treatment.
Stay alert for delayed symptoms around the bite or sting, like redness
or swelling, which could indicate an infection or other condition.
And see a doctor right away if you have a headache, fever or joint
pain within a few days of being bitten. Some insects, like ticks and
mosquitoes, can infect their victims with serious, flulike illnesses,
such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Lyme disease and West Nile
virus, which only a physician can diagnose and treat.
Most important, use insect repellant when outdoors and wear light-weight,
light-colored clothing over arms, legs and feet to keep insects off your skin.
And avoid wearing perfume and fragrances, which can attract bugs.
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LAMAR CISD
WWW.LCISD.ORG
IMPORTANT DATES September 3 rd - Labor Day - Student and Staff Holiday
Back Row: Joe Hubenak, Dr. Tyson Harrell, Kathryn Kaminski - Secretary; Mandi Bronsell, Dr. Thomas Randle - Superintendent
and James Steenbergen - President. Front Row: Melisa Roberts and Kay Danziger - Vice President.
2018 REGION 4 OUTSTANDING SCHOOL BOARD
The Lamar CISD Board of Trustees has been named the 2018 Region 4 Outstanding School Board as part of the Texas Association of School Administrators
(TASA) Annual School Board Awards Program! The Lamar CISD Board of Trustees is also the Region 4 nominee for the 2018 Texas
Outstanding School Board and is in the running to be named one of five Texas Honor Boards, one of which will be chosen as the Texas Outstanding
School Board. The Texas Outstanding School Board will be announced at the 2018 TASA/TASB Convention, to be held September 28-30, 2018.
The Lamar CISD Board of Trustees was recognized for its exemplary level of dedication and commitment to the students and taxpayers in Lamar
CISD as well as its positive working relationship between the Board members and superintendent. The Board successfully provided examples
of documentation and materials that demonstrated its commitment to excellence in each of the program’s 10 judging criteria: functions as a
policy-making body; adherence to adopted board policies; support for educational performance in accordance with state-established standards;
support for educational improvement projects and school transformation initiatives; commitment to a code of ethics; provision of financial
support for the school system; participation in workshops and other performance improvement programs; placement of the welfare of children
served by the school system above personal or political motives; public relations efforts, including community awareness and maintenance
of harmonious and supportive relationships among Board members.
ABOUT REGION 4 EDUCATION SERVICE CENTER
Region 4 Education Service Center (Region 4), located in Houston, is one of 20 service centers established by the Texas Legislature in 1967. The
purposes of the service centers, as presented in legislation, are to assist school districts in improving student performance, to enable school
districts to operate more efficiently and economically and to implement initiatives assigned by the Legislature or Commissioner of Education.
The core purpose of Region 4 is to provide excellence in service for children.
Encompassing seven counties in the upper Texas Gulf Coast area, Region 4 serves 48 independent school districts and 34 open-enrollment
charter schools. As the largest service center in Texas, Region 4 serves an education community of more than 1.2 million students, more than
95,000 professional educators and 1,500 campuses.
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KATY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
WWW.KATYISD.ORG
IMPORTANT DATES
September 3 rd - Holiday - Students and Staff
KATY ISD VARSITY FOOTBALL TICKETS
Season Tickets may be purchased online at www.katyisdtix.com
until the first football game of your schools’ season at the Academy
Sports + Outdoors Student Activities Complex. The season ticket
price is $10 per ticket and $6 per transaction convenience fee for
online purchases.
For Individual Varsity football tickets at Legacy and Rhodes Stadium
the prices are:
Pre-sale on Campus Adults - $6 Students - $4
Gate Prices Adults - $10 Students - $5 (with a valid student ID)
Senior Citizen - Free with Gold Card or $5
(with a valid driver’s license)
Military - Free with ID
Individual tickets also available online,
www.katyisdtix.com,
the Monday of game week.
for 2018” according to the nonprofit organization Children at Risk.
For 13 years, Children at Risk has ranked Texas schools to help
parents, educators and community members understand how
their schools are performing and to spark dialogue on the quality
of public education across Texas. This year Seven Lakes High School
received an A+ and Cinco Ranch received an A.
“Katy ISD has a total of 10 high schools, including our Miller Career
& Technology School and Raines High School and many of them
often find themselves ranking high on these prestigious lists,” said
Assistant Superintendent for Secondary School Leadership and
Support Jeff Stocks. “Katy ISD continues to be a destination school
district where families find great opportunities for their children to
reach their fullest potential.”
To rank the schools, researchers examine student achievement, achievement
plus poverty level, student growth and college readiness. To view
the full list of high school rankings, visit Texas School Guide webpage.
SEVEN LAKES HIGH SCHOOL
GOLD CARD CLUB​
The Gold Card Club is free to Katy ISD residents who are 65 years of age or
older. To obtain a Gold Card, present a valid driver’s license at the reception
area of the Education Support Complex and fill out a small application.
Questions should be directed to the Katy ISD Communications Department
at 281-396-2308. Membership benefits include the following:
Free or reduced-price admission to most Katy ISD fine arts events such as
plays, musicals and concerts in all district schools with the exception of
fund-raising events such as dinners.
Free admission to district-sponsored regular season athletic events (not
playoffs) at Katy schools and Rhodes Stadium.
Athletic schedules are available through the Katy ISD Athletic Department
website or individual schools. Fine arts schedules are posted on each
school’s website. Many fine arts performances such as band, orchestra
and choir concerts offer a free admission, but some events such as plays,
musical productions or dance shows may require an admission charge.
Reduced-price admissions to these events are available to Gold Card
members. Reservations may be required and some performances may
have limited free-admission seating for Gold Card members.
Gold Card Members that have an original card signed by Dr. Merrell are still
valid. The information on the back of the card has been updated to reflect
that not all plays and other events will always be free.
For more information or to join the Gold Card Club, contact the Katy ISD Communications
Department at 281-396-2308 or email goldcard@katyisd.org.
TWO KATY ISD HIGH SCHOOLS ARE “BEST IN HOUSTON AREA”
Katy ISD is known to have some of the best schools in the area and just
recently Cinco Ranch High and Seven Lakes High were recognized as
part of the top 100 list of “the best high schools in the Houston area
SEVEN LAKES HIGH SCHOOL BEST BUDDIES
Seven Lakes High School Best Buddies President, Reagan Kallina
and Co-Vice President, Tania Swain, represented their chapter
at the 2018 Best Buddies International Leadership Conference in
Indiana in July.
The SLHS chapter was awarded the Overall International Outstanding
High School Chapter, Outstanding High School Chapter in Texas
for the 3 rd year in a row, National Pacesetter Award and was honored
for being one of the top fundraisers in the nation.
Founded in 1989 by Anthony K. Shriver, Best Buddies is a vibrant organization
that has grown from one original chapter to nearly 2,500 chapters
worldwide, positively impacting the lives of over 1.2 million people with
and without intellectual and developmental disabilities. Best Buddies
programs engage participants in each of the 50 states and in 50 countries
around the world. For more information, go to www.bestbuddies.org.
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Our team of experts at Houston Methodist West includes bariatric surgeons, counselors,
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Dr. Choi uses a highly individualized approach to help you achieve a specific goal, whether it is
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Attend one of our free information sessions from 12 –1 p.m.:
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September 21
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Visit houstonmethodist.org/events or call 832.667.5673.
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SEVEN LAKES HIGH SCHOOL
STUDIO VII THEATRE
COMPANY
PRESENTS
A Midsummer/Jersey
October 11-13, 2018
Showtimes: 7 PM Daily and
2 PM Matinee on Saturday
Midsummer/Jersey is the hilarious
high-octane re-telling of Shakespeare’s
Midsummer Night’s Dream
set on the boardwalk of a seaside town in modern-day New Jersey.
COMMUNITY HEROES - VOLUNTEER
BE AN EVERYDAY HERO
Volunteer firefighting is one of the most rewarding experiences you’ll
ever have. Community VFD offers free fire training and volunteering
is a great way to make a difference personally while having a positive
impact in your community. Volunteers can fight fires, drive apparatuses,
extract patients from vehicles at accidents scenes and etc.
Community VFD also provides emergency medical services (EMS)
and provides opportunities for individuals with a Texas EMS certification
to serve their community.
Visit www.communityvfd.org or email Chief Steve Fowler at
sfowler@communityvfd.com.
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HOW TO CELEBRATE READ A BOOK DAY
Read a Book Day comes to us every September 6 th . It may seem strange
to celebrate an activity that plenty of us enjoy many, if not most, days
of the year. But it never hurts to indulge in something extra to make a
cherished activity more enjoyable. You can read outside, enjoy a snack,
reflect on what a favorite book means to you and more. Here are five
ideas to celebrate Read a Book Day.
Read Outside
Read a Book Day fortunately coincides with a time of year that for much
of the globe brings pleasant weather. Late summer often provides the
right amount of sun and heat, begging a reader to bring books outside.
Granted, that’s a bit difficult for those of us who have to spend prime
daylight hours at work or in school, but you can always sneak some
reading time in the early morning, late afternoon or evening. Take your
book to the beach, an outdoor table, the porch or anywhere else that
makes your day of reading a little more special.
Enjoy a Book With Good Food (or a Drink)
C.S. Lewis said that “Eating and reading are two pleasures that combine
admirably.” We might take this as a cue for our own Read a Book
Day celebration. There are some things to consider, though. I, for one,
traditionally have trouble finding the right food to eat while reading
(fruit like grapes and strawberries wet my fingers and the pages and
large meals involving fork and knife make holding the book open unwieldy).
But for Read a Book Day, I might put those past failures behind me. Baked
goods like cookies and pastries make for great company, while coffee and tea
are always enhancements to a good story. Heck, it’s the summer. You might
even celebrate the day with a glass of wine or a special cocktail.
Share a Quote or Reflection on Social Media
Many a book goes unread because it gets lost in the noise. It can be hard to
know what’s worth our attention in the dizzying selection of books we have
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available and one of the most important resources we have as readers is a
good recommendation. You can celebrate reading by excerpting a favorite
quote from a book and sharing it on Facebook or Twitter. If you want to go
the extra mile, dress up a favorite title for a photo on Instagram and caption
it with why it means something to you. Picking the right book intimidates
more people than you think and you never know who you’re helping and
who might add your recommendation to their reading list.
Go Outside of Your Typical Selection Habits
Some readers want to own their books and love bookstores. Some readers
prefer the different selection and freedom of a library. Others prefer shopping
online. All of these habits are great, but it can be rewarding to try something
new. Does your community have a used bookstore? There’s a lot that might
surprise you, especially if you’re used to going to Barnes & Noble. Do you
like to shop online for books? There are plenty of places where you can get
old, unusual, rare or interesting editions that the major vendors won’t have.
Plus, it always pays to visit your local library. A little difference can go a long
way in reminding you of the wide cultural world of books.
Ask Someone for a Recommendation
Celebrating books goes the other way, too. It’s always good to make something
solitary, like reading, more social. A good way to do this is to reach
out to someone who could give you a recommendation. People are always
happy to share their favorite titles and it’s a nice way to reconnect with
someone over books. After all, a book’s very purpose is to connect us better
to the world in the first place.
Source: https://blog.bookstellyouwhy.com/how-to-celebrate-read-a-book-day
FRIENDS OF GEORGE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
SEEK BOOK DONATIONS FOR MAJOR BOOK SALE
NOVEMBER 3RD
The Friends of George Memorial Library are seeking donations of gently-used
books for a major Book Sale in conjunction with the “Fort Bend
County Libraries Book Festival,” which will take place on November 3rd,
at George Memorial Library, located at 1001 Golfview in Richmond.
In preparation for the Book Festival and book sale in November, the
Friends of the Library want to increase their inventory of materials
to meet the demand of shoppers seeking bargains while supporting
the library and to ensure a successful book sale! Area residents are
encouraged to scour their attics and the backs of their closets for onceloved-but-no-longer-needed
books, CDs or DVDs that can be donated
for the Friends of the Library book sale. Holiday books, craft and garden
books and recorded books are particularly needed!
Donations of gently-used books, DVDs and CDs are welcome throughout
the year and may be taken to the library during regular business hours.
All contributions are tax-deductible. Proceeds from the Friends’ book
sales and annual membership dues help to underwrite the costs of
special programming, such as the Summer Reading Club and various
cultural events at the libraries.
Along with the Friends of the George Memorial Library Book Sale, the
festival will include an exciting line-up of authors, storytellers, performances
and workshops. The schedule of activities for the #FBCLBook-
Fest18 will be announced in October.
The #FBCLBookFest18 and its activities are free and open to the public.
For more information, call the library system’s Communications Office
at 281-633-4734.
GEORGE MEMORIAL BRANCH LIBRARY (FT. BEND CO. LIB.)
1001 Golfview Drive, Richmond, Texas 77469, 281-342-4455
Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9 AM - 9 PM, Fri.-Sat. 9 AM - 5 PM, Sun. 1 PM - 5 PM.
Website: www.fortbend.lib.tx.us, Public Information Office - 281-633-4734.
To register online for any event (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on
“Calendar,” select “George Memorial Library,” and find the program.
Participants may also register by calling the library at 281-633-4734 or
by visiting the library.
LIBRARY CLOSINGS
September 3rd: Labor Day
September 28th: Ft. Bend County Fair Day
SPECIAL EVENTS
• Let’s Learn Origami! - Wednesday, September 5th, 5:30-7 PM, Room 2C.
Learn how to make an elegant decoration or gift from a simple piece of
paper. Library staff will demonstrate how to create a swimming swan
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and a leaping frog by simply folding and twisting paper into whimsical
shapes. Materials for this program were provided through the generous
support of the Friends of George Memorial Library organization.
• The Arts of Russell Autrey: Artist, Photographer, Raconteur Exhibit
Opening-Day Reception - Sunday, September 9th, 2-4 PM, Bohachevsky
Gallery. The exhibit, which showcases Autrey’s art and storytelling skills
as well as his photography, will be on display through October 31st. A
long-time photojournalist, Autrey is best known for his photographs
that caught snippets of the daily lives of Fort Bend County residents
for more than 25 years, from 1983 until his retirement in 2009.
• Resumé Workshop - Tuesday, September 11th, 2 PM, Computer Lab.
Learn the basics of putting together a resumé. Those attending this
informal program will receive one-on-one help formatting a resumé.
For assistance on a pre-existing resumé, please have a digital copy
available on a USB flashdrive, saved to the cloud or have access to it
via email. Registration required.
• Up & Out Interviewing - Thursday, September 13th, 1:30-3:30 PM,
Meeting Room. Richard Prather from Texas Workforce Solutions will
talk about “rebranding.” Learn how to “repackage” one’s marketable
skills and put a new spin on them to attract employers in a different
industry or profession.
• Family-History Research: Reservations are required.
U.S. Census Records - Saturday, September 15th, 10 AM, Computer Lab.
Genealogy Online - Saturday, September 22nd, 10 AM, Computer Lab.
• Health & Disability Fair - Friday, September 14th, 11 AM-2 PM, Meeting
Room. Representatives from a variety of organizations will be available
to hand out information and answer questions about health-related
topics, preventative healthcare, safety and mobility issues and community
resources. Visit with professionals from Fort Bend County’s
Community Health, Transportation and Emergency Management departments;
Texas State Library’s Talking Books Department, the Social
Security Administration, Texas Veterans Commission and Fort Bend
County Veterans Affairs, Arc of Fort Bend, Captel Captioned Telephones,
Nightlight Pediatric and Rosenberg Senior Center.
• Social Security 101 - Friday, September 14th, 2:30 PM, Meeting Room.
Andrew Hardwick, Public Affairs Specialist for the Social Security Administration,
will provide an overview of the Social Security program.
Those attending this workshop may want to set up a “my Social
Security” account online at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount and
print out a Social Security Statement before arriving at the class so
that Hardwick may address any questions they have.
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• Hispanic Heritage: Nouveau Flamenco Guitar Music - Sunday, September
16th, 1:30 PM, Meeting Room. Jazz guitarist John Acevedo will
perform live Flamenco guitar music. Inspired by artists such as the
Gypsy Kings, José Feliciano and Ottmar Liebert, Acevedo has taken
the traditional sounds of Flamenco music and developed a soulful,
contemporary kind of music that may be considered Flamenco Jazz
or Nouveau Flamenco.
• Houston in Ink Exhibit - Opening September 17th, 2nd-floor landing
display case. This mini-exhibit showcases pen-and-ink sketches by
Houston-based illustrator Janice Tauro, a self-taught artist who specializes
in computer-generated art, usually in the manga/animé style.
Her “Houston in Ink” series focuses on her love of Houston and the
beautiful medium of ink on 4.5”x3” pieces of canvas.
• Open-Mic Night - Wednesday, September 19th, 6-8 PM, Meeting Room.
Open-Mic Night is a casual event for amateur performers to take the stage
and express themselves! Step into the limelight to share original poetry,
music, comedy or one-act plays or to showcase any other unique talents.
Performances are limited to five minutes or less and they must not
contain any profanity or other insensitive topics. This event is for adults
and teens aged 14 and above. Registration required to perform ONLY.
• Story Spinners Writing Club - Thursday, September 20th, 5:30-8 PM,
Room 2C. This month’s topic will be “Multiple Storylines.” From beginning
blogger to published novelist, writers of all genres and experience
levels are welcome to write, share, learn, support, network and critique
each other’s work. Writing prompts, brainteasers and brief exercises
will be available to ignite the imaginations of any and all wordsmiths
who wish to hone their craft. This program is recommended for adults
and teens aged 14 and up.
• Hispanic Heritage: Early Hispanic Politicians of Texas - Saturday, September
22nd, 1-2:30 PM, Meeting Room. A professor of U.S. History and
Mexican American Studies at Houston Community College, Dr. Garza
will talk about Tejano political participation and influence during the
period between Texas independence in 1836 and the American Civil
War. In nineteenth-century Texas, the political power held by Latinos
was significant in comparison to other territories in the Southwest
region of the United States, but it was also limited.
• Thrifty Tuesday: Cache Your Cash - Tuesday, September 25th, 7 PM,
Meeting Room. Learn how to improve your credit scores & decrease
the stress associated with dealing with finances.
• HEAVY INKS GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB - Saturday, September 15th,
11 AM, Room 2B. Readers of all ages who enjoy illustrated novels and
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comic books are invited to join this book club specifically for graphic-novel
enthusiasts. This month, readers will talk about Delilah Dirk
and the Turkish Lieutenant, written by Tony Cliff.
• Book Break - Thursday, September 20th, at 12 Noon, Room 2C. The
book to be discussed is The Poe Shadow, written by Matthew Pearl.
Those attending may bring a lunch.
• Cookin’ the Books Book Club - Thursday, September 27th, 7 PM, Room
2C. This monthly book club is for people who enjoy cooking and would
like to expand their culinary experience by sharing their interest with
other food lovers. The theme for September’s meeting is “Fit for the
Fair.” Members are invited to select a cookbook from a display at the
library, try out a recipe or two and report back on whether it was liked
or disliked. Samples of the dish may be brought to the meeting for
others to try. Cooking enthusiasts of all ages and experience levels -
from beginners to advanced - are invited to join.
• ESL Conversation Circles - Wednesdays at 10 AM and Thursdays,
September 6th and 20th, 6 PM, Learning Lab, presented in English.
Program for individuals of all nationalities who would like a place to
practice their English language and conversation skills. The “Conversation
Circles” will provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking
people to gather in a relaxed setting and discuss topics of their own
choosing while practicing their English skills.
• ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - All computer classes take place in the
Computer Lab. Seating is limited and reservations are required.
MS Word Survival Basics: Wednesday, September 5th, 10 AM
Computers 101: Thursday, September 6th, 10 AM
You Can Teach Yourself to Type: Monday, September 10th, 9 AM
MS Word: Intermediate: Wednesday, September 12th, 10 AM
Facebook: Intermediate: Tuesday, September 18th, 2 PM
MS Excel Survival Basics: Wednesday, September 19th, 10 AM
MS Excel: Pivot Tables: Wednesday, September 26th, 10 AM
eReader Q&A: Tuesday, September 4th, 1-3 PM, Learning Lab.
(reservations not required)
• 3D PRINTING CLASSES
Introduction to Thingiverse: Monday, September 10th, 7 PM or Tuesday,
September 11th, 10 AM. Learn how to use this website to search for and
download design files to print 3D objects.
Introduction to Tinkercad: Monday, September 17th, 7 PM or Tuesday,
September 18th, 10 AM. Learn how to use this online program to create
objects for 3D printing.
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YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS TEENS GRADES 9-12
• Young Adult Book Club - Wednesday, September 12th, 5 PM, Room
2B. Teen readers will have the opportunity to meet with others who
share the same love for great books and have a lively discussion on
the reasons a book or its characters were liked or disliked. This month,
readers will talk about Fangirl written by Rainbow Rowell.
• Young Adult Advisory Council - Wednesday, September 19th, 5 PM,
Room 2B. Teens in grades 9-12 who are interested in an exciting new
leadership opportunity and volunteer-service hours are invited to attend
this meeting of the Young Adult Advisory Council. Members will
have a chance to share ideas about library programs, to help out at
events, to give suggestions for teen services, books and movies and
to meet new people.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
• Toddler Time: Thursdays at 10 AM, offers caregiver/child activities,
stories and songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age.
• Preschool Story Time: Wednesdays at 10 AM, 3 to 6 years of age,
presents stories, movies and age-appropriate craft activities.
• Pajama Night Story Time: Thursdays at 6:30 PM, gives families an
evening option for some activities presented during the daytime.
• Family Story Time: Saturdays at 10 AM in the Meeting Room. Families
with children of all ages are invited to come and enjoy stories,
movies and crafts together.
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• After-School Breaks: 3rd Thursday beginning at 4 PM. Crafts,
movies, stories and more for school-aged children in grades kindergarten
through 3. The program on September 20th will be “DIY
Desk Organizer & Photo Frame.”
• Creative Connection: 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month, 6
PM in the Middle Grades department. Activities specially designed
for kids in grades 4 through 8.
September 12th: From Sketch to Finish: Superman
September 26th: From Sketch to Finish: Black Panther
• Middle School Program: 1st and 3rd Mondays, 6 PM in the Middle
Grades department. Activities for youth in grades 6 through 8.
September 3rd: LIBRARY CLOSED
September 17th: Miniature Food
For more information about any of our events, call the library’s
Public Information Office at 281-633-4734.
GARDEN TIPS FOR SEPTEMBER
Time now to make plans for fall landscaping projects.
• Clean up flowerbeds of fallen foliage, yellowed leaves and dead wood.
Light green leaves may signify lack of iron (chlorosis). Correct with
iron cheleates.
• Cut off old dead foliage on irises. Scratch in a little bone meal
around the roots.
• Prune roses to reshape and groom plants for fall growth.
Follow up with a dose of fertilizer the first week of September.
• Plants come out of summer rest and go crazy. Insect populations
explode as we get into cooler temperatures. Diseases that have
been dormant wake up.
- Citrus, croton, avocado and mango are susceptible to spider mites
and thrips. Discourage them with a strong jet of water from a hose
directed to the undersides of the leaves.
- Hibiscus, citrus, palms, gardenia and ixora are susceptible
to scale and mealybug.
• Winter vegetable gardens and perennials get planted.
• Wait until November to plant petunias and pansies.
• Fire ants baits should be put out in September-October to lessen the
number of eggs that make it to Spring.
• St. Augustine grass gets its fall fertilizer during September. Continue
to mow at maximum height. You want to leave a lot of leaf surface to
produce carbohydrate reserves for the winter.
• Keep an eye out for sod webworms. First sign of them is grass that appears
to stop growing. You need to get them early for biological controls
to work. When the caterpillars are only 1/4 inch, Bacillus thuringiensis
applications can slow them.
Bt is a bacteria that works on the caterpillars’ digestive systems and
makes them stop feeding. Do the application late in the day. The larvae
feed at night and you want them to get nice fresh Bt.
• When the heat and drought end, the weather could bring brown patch
disease in the St. Augustine grass. Watch for yellowish spots if the nights
drop into the 60’s and days stay in the 80’s.
• Get any pruning of hedges and such done now. You want the flush of
new growth to be hardened-off before the end of October. Tree pruning
should be put off until winter, when the trees are dormant.
• Pre-emerge herbicide applications targeting annual bluegrass and
the earlier-germinating winter broadleaf weeds needed to be put out
starting in mid-August.
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A child in KCM’s Homework Buddies program
getting afterschool assistance with
homework.
Volunteers Jane Lebo, Jennifer Brown, and KCM staff member Lynn
Hooge pose in the KCM Food Pantry as they switch to a 100% Client
Choice distribution system for families in need of supplemental
food assistance.
KCM Red Apple School Supplies Program.
Supplies ready to help children in
need start the school year strong.
KATY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES SPENDS
$3.25 MILLION ON PROGRAMS ASSISTING
LOCAL FAMILIES IN NEED
8,216 Families Served and 605,588 Meals Distributed in 2017.
[Katy, TX, July 18th, 2018] Katy Christian Ministries (KCM) has been
a place of hope and transformation for 34 years in the Katy/West
Houston Community. Founded by a collaboration of churches as
a way to address growing needs in the community, KCM provides
critical help at what is often the point of desperation in the lives of
those who need it. KCM strives to strengthen families by providing
comprehensive case management, emergency financial assistance
to prevent homelessness, supplemental food, help with Health
Benefits Access such as Gold Card, SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, Medicare,
and CHIP, as well as safety planning, counseling, and advocacy for
victims of Domestic Violence or Sexual Abuse. "KCM helped me and
my family 7 years ago. I now own my own business and I am able to
come back and share the love back with them. Whatever situation
you are in, never give up...let this be an example that anything is
possible" - Andrew, former client, now a donor.
Key Achievements of Katy Christian Ministries in 2017:
• KCM spent $3.25m on Programs providing services free
of charge to the community.
• The Crisis Center assisted 620 victims of domestic violence
and 292 victims of sexual abuse.
• Social Services assisted 8,216 families.
• $424,000 was used for direct financial assistance for
emergency shelter, mortgage/rent, and utilities.
• 1,658 families were assisted with Health Benefits Access Program
including, Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition
Assistance Program), Gold Card, TANF (Temporary Assistance
for Needy Families), CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program).
• The Food Pantry served 3,166 families and distributed
605,588 meals.
• With the Board of Directors assistance, KCM achieved a successful
& clean 2017 Audited Financial Statement for the second year in a
row, confirming all financial controls are in place and in compliance.
• KCM improved efficiencies to invest an outstanding 0.89 cents of
every dollar to helping our families in need through their Counseling,
Crisis Center, Food Pantry, and Social Services Programs.
“Financial accountability and transparency is important to us
at Katy Christian Ministries and we have worked very hard to
demonstrate a new standard of good stewardship to the churches,
foundations, organizations, businesses, and individuals who give to
support the life transforming work of KCM” says Deysi Crespo, Executive
Director. “The 89% ratio is remarkably high, and we attribute
this to our increased commitment to financial accountability and
board involvement. We are so blessed to live in such a generous,
loving, and faithful community that allowed us to achieve great
outcomes even in the midst of Harvey and during the long term
recovery phase we are currently in.”
14TH ANNUAL GALA
“TRANSFORMING LIVES”
Katy Christian Ministries would like to invite
the community to attend their 14th Annual
“Transforming Lives” Gala, September 25th,
2018 starting at 6pm at the historical Beckendorff
Farms in Katy, TX. Tickets and Sponsorship
information are available at www.ktcm.
org/gala2018. An exciting announcement will
be made at the event that you won’t want to
miss. Katy Christian Ministries relies on the
financial support of local churches, organizations,
foundations, businesses, social clubs,
and community members to continue serving
the needs of the community.
Katy Christian Ministries is accredited by the Evangelical Counsil for
Financial Accountability (ECFA), meeting their Seven Standards of
Responsible Stewardship. KCM is also a Gold Star participant with
GuideStar.org, and is an Accredited Charity by the BBB of Greater
Houston and South Texas. The organization’s financial statements
are available to the public and can be found online at
www.ktcm.org.
“Katy Christian Ministries is grateful to all those in our community
for their ongoing support that allowed us to overcome the obstacles
Harvey presented with our own facilities being flooded. Despite
these challenges, KCM accomplished much in 2017 through God’s
provision and guidance, and continues to thrive and grow with
realistic goals aligned with our Strategic Plan for the coming years,”
Kent Black, KCM Board President.
For more information please visit: www.ktcm.org or email
info@ktcm.org. To stay informed about KCM, Text “KCM” to 42828.
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events. We sing once a month for the congregation of St. Peter’s during
Sunday worship services. Grace Notes sings a combination of secular,
sacred and patriotic music and rehearse during the school year in E106
from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Tuesday mornings are also our “outing” days
to perform in the community. Babysitting is provided. Come and join
this wonderful music ministry. Regular rehearsals began in August.
Please contact Gail Shipley at 281-782-1598 or gshipnote@live.com
for more information.
Hobbies & Interest
NOTTINGHAM COUNTRY GARDEN CLUB (NCGC)
On Thursday, September 6, 2018, Nottingham Country Garden Club
(NCGC) will feature Mary Karish with a presentation on “Insects: the
Good, the Bad and the Not So Ugly.” Mary’s gardening adventures
started when she helped her grandmother in the family garden. Mary
has been a Master Gardener with the State of Texas since 2009. She
is a certified specialist in growing citrus, composting and home fruit
orchards.
Monthly meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month from
September through May. We welcome all people interested in gardening
and gardening related topics. We serve the West Houston and Katy
areas. You do not have to live in the Nottingham Country neighborhood
to belong to our group! NCGC is a non-profit organization affiliated with
the Houston Federation of Garden Clubs, the Texas State Garden Clubs
and the National Garden Clubs. The purpose of the club is to promote
the beautification of our community, support local and national educational
and civic organizations and educate the community about
our environment. Donations from the NCGC are funded by our​ ​annual​
Spring​ ​Sale​ ​and​ ​projects​ ​that​ ​vary​ ​each​ ​year.
Meet and greet time begins at 9:30 AM and the program will begin at
10 AM, followed by the NCGC business meeting. Please join us at the
Municipal Utility Building #81 at 805 Hidden Canyon Drive, Katy, 77450.
For more information, see our website: www.ncgctx.org.
HARRIS COUNTY MASTER GARDENER
The Texas AgriLife Extension Service and the Harris County Master
Gardeners are pleased to offer the Green Thumb Gardening Series of
Lectures. These presentations are free and there are no reservations.
For questions, please call 713-274-0950.
REEN THUMB COMMUNITY EDUCATION LECTURE SERIES
ROSES: PLANTING, GROWING & UPKEEP
September 15 th - 10:30 AM-12:30 PM. Maud Smith Marks Library,
1815 Westgreen Blvd, Katy, TX 77450.
September 18 th - 6:30 PM-8:30 PM. Spring Branch Memorial Library,
930 Corbindale, Houston, TX 77024.
OPEN GARDEN DAY
September 25 th - 10-11:15 AM. Weekley Community Center,
8440 Greenhouse Road. Free. Registration required:
ogd.harrishort@gmail.com.
Call 713-274-0950 to register or ogd.harrishort@gmail.com for more
information. Join us on Facebook - Harris County Master Gardeners.
GRACE NOTES
Singers and instrumentalists are invited to join “Grace Notes” a women’s
performing group which shares music in the community at retire
ment homes, Alzheimer’s and nursing facilities and various community
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DECIBELLES - A BARBERSHOP CHORUS
LET US ENTERTAIN YOU! We are the DECIBELLES (a Barbershop Chorus)
performing around the Houston area and nearby towns. We prepare
two shows each year complete with costumes, narratives and choreography.
Our regular show this year features songs from 1900 through the
current year. Brighten your meeting, gathering or any type get-together
with a half hour of four-part harmonies and cheerful narratives. You
will have as much fun as we do preparing our show.
We are a (ladies only) daytime chorus rehearsing every Friday morning
from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, at the Treemont Retirement Center, 2501
Westerland, near Westheimer and Gessner. Come visit any Friday we
are not performing. We would love to see you and if you decide to join
us, we would be delighted. For more information, please call Pat at
281-497-4904 or visit our website, www.Decibelles.org.
KATY VOCAL EXPRESS
Katy Vocal Express, the newest prospective Sweet Adelines Chorus
has arrived in the Katy area. The name honors the history of the Katy
railroad while looking forward to the barbershop harmony that is
now being made in Katy. Ladies from the Katy/West Houston area are
invited to attend chorus rehearsal any Thursday evening, 7-9 PM at
Holy Covenant United Methodist Church, 22111 Morton Ranch Road,
Katy 77493. There are signs guiding you to the correct place on the
east side of the property.
To reserve your spot or for more information, please email katyvocalexpress@gmail.com.
Singers of all ranges of experience make up KVE.
Some have years of chorus singing while others have very little singing
experience. The ability to read music is helpful but not required; you
just need the desire to sing and the ability to carry a tune.
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD IN KATY
Do you like sewing? Would you like to meet other sewing enthusiast
in the Katy area? Then check out the Katy Neighborhood Group of
the American Sewing Guild’s Houston Chapter. We meet on the 3 rd
Wednesday of every month from 1 PM to 3 PM, at Quilt & Sew, 829
Mason Rd., Katy. For more information, please check out our website
at www.asghouston.org.
PRIDE OF TEXAS DECORATIVE ARTISTS
The Pride of Texas Decorative Artists (a division of National Tole Society)
would like to invite all decorative artists to our monthly meeting
on the 2 nd Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM. We meet at Thomas A.
Glazier Senior Education Center located at 16600 Pine Forest Lane, near
Texas 6 and Clay Road. Our monthly “make it & take it” programs are
taught by local artists. Please join us for fun and new ideas. For more
information, call Gloria Ware 281-492-0246.
WEST HOUSTON QUILTER’S GUILD
The West Houston Quilters Guild would like to invite all quilters and
quilt lovers to our monthly meetings. The meetings are held at 6:30
to 9 PM, on the 3 rd Wednesday of each month, at Bear Creek United
Methodist Church 16000 Rippling Water Drive Houston, TX 77084We
have many good programs lined up this year for both the beginner
and the more experienced quilter. Everyone goes home with new tips.
For hands on experience, join one of our ongoing “bees”. Guests are
welcome! For more information, check our website at www.whqg.org.
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KATY QUILTERS
FREE Introduction to Quilting. If you thought that you would like to learn
to quilt but have never sewed a stitch in your life... then this short introduction
is for you. If you have sewed on and off all your life but have never
attempted to quilt... then this is for you. Maybe you just want a hobby...
this is for you. Take 2 hours out of your day to listen and view what it
takes to start this new adventure. Time and place will be scheduled in
the Katy Area. Call the Katy Quilters, Shari Medford at 281-635-3000.
KATY AREA ARTISTS
Katy area artists is a member league of the lone start art guild. Through
this our members are connected with a wide array of artistic opportunities
throughout southeastern texas. If you are interested in attending any of kaa’s
artist workshops or becoming a member, please visit our website at katyareaartists.org
for dates and times as well as the membership information.
THE HOUSTON POND SOCIETY
The Houston Pond Society was formed in 2004 to meet a need for pond
owners to meet and interface with other pond owners about the use of a
pond as a landscape feature.
A pond should be a part of the overall back yard habitat and landscaping,
and that pond construction; water lilies, plants, fish, patios, decks, lighting
and other landscape features should be some of the topics discussed at
the meetings.
If this describes you, why not email Jeff Stone at info@houstonpondsociety.
org or call him at 281-488-2543 and come out and play with us!
Meetings are held the first Saturday of each month at a member’s home. For
more information, please visit our website www.houstonpondsociety.org.
WEST HOUSTON ROMANCE WRITERS
The West Houston Chapter of the Romance Writers of America would
like to invite aspiring writers, romance readers or anyone interested
in the craft of writing to join them on the 2 nd Saturday of each month.
Each meeting of the WHRWA is informative, entertaining and inspiring
for those budding authors or published authors who are seeking answers
to their writing related concerns. Several times throughout the
year daylong workshops are presented by prominent names in the
romance industry. Visit us on the web at www.whrwa.com for more
information on upcoming events.
FAIRBEE SQUARE AND LINE DANCE CLUB
Learn the Folk Dance of Texas. The Fairbees dance each Thursday night,
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM at Memorial Drive Lutheran Church, 12211 Memorial
Drive at Gessner. Information may be obtained by calling Jerry & Nanette
Tucker 281-498-3057 or nanette777@hotmail.com.
PRAIRIE PROMENADERS
KATY SQUARE DANCE CLUB
The Katy Prairie Promenaders dance on every Friday each month, from
8 PM to 10 PM. Club caller Fred Goynes has been calling for many years.
Families welcome.
All of the “fun” takes place at the Westland Baptist Church, 1407
Grand Parkway S (Hwy 99), Katy. For details call Carl Holsworth at
281-386-8504, Tom & Cheryl Berra at 281-492-8798 or Donna Bowen
214-280-0003.
TEXAS TRIUMPH REGISTER (TTR)
The Texas Triumph Register (TTR), founded in 1981, is an organization
of Triumph owners and enthusiasts dedicated to the preservation and
ongoing enjoyment of the Marque. Membership is open to all who
appreciate automobiles bearing the Triumph name. In addition to
monthly meetings, the club sponsors rallies, shows, road tours, technical
seminars and social events. For more information, please contact
Mike Hado at 281-807-4780, mdhado@att.net or visit
www.TexasTriumphRegister.org.
KATY BEAD GROUP
The Katy Bead Group meets every Wednesday from noon to about 4:30
PM in a room on the second floor of the Fort Bend County Library - Cinco
Ranch Branch, 2620 Commercial Center Boulevard, Katy, Texas 77494.
This group was founded to promote the art of making bead jewelry,
bead accoutrements and bead artwork. Members meet weekly and
share ideas, techniques and skills. Beginners to skilled beaders are
invited to attend. Call Jean Fortier 281-693-4398 or Carol Matkin 281-
492-6053 for more information or email Fortijd@aol.com.
HOUSTON AREA WOOD CARVERS CLUB
The Houston Area Wood Carvers Club meets on the third Saturday of
each month from 9 AM - 2 PM, at Bayland Community Center in Houston
(6400 Bissonnet). Members gather to enjoy fellowship with other
carvers and to expand individual skills through classes, demonstrations
and lectures by experts. HAWC is a non-profit, social organization whose
members reside in the greater Houston area. To find out more about
the Houston Area Wood Carvers Club, please call Preston and Carolyn
Smith at 281-392-0713, email carolynann@consolidated.net or visit
www.houstonareawoodcarvers.com.
KATY CRUIZERS ANTIQUE CAR CLUB
Own an antique or classic car or just like cars that take you back to “the
good old days?” If you would like to meet others with the same interest,
join us at our meetings held the first Monday of the month at Midway
Barbeque, 6025 Hwy. Blvd., Katy, TX. Come at 6 PM to eat or 6:45 PM
for the meeting. Further questions? Email katycruizers@yahoo.com.
COUPLES WHO LOVE TO PLAY BRIDGE
If you live in the Fry road areas, Green Trail areas, Kelliwood areas,
Nottingham Country, etc. and you are sincerely interested in playing a
friendly game of “party bridge,” contact us. Need sub couples and possible
permanent couples who are interested in “party bridge” and meeting new
friends. We usually play from 6 PM to about 10:30 PM the third Saturday
of the month. We do not play duplicate bridge. Please call if you have any
questions or need more information, 281-647-6171 (ask for Linda or leave
a message - repeat your phone number twice and I will return your call).
CINCO RANCH MEN’S POKER GROUP
Looking for new players. We play once per month Friday night from 7
PM to 11 PM, at host member’s homes in the Cinco Ranch area. We play
a variety of poker games and some non-poker card games. This is a very
friendly and informal group that enjoys its night out. If interested, call
Jim at 281-450-1087 (cell) for further information.
KATY ELKS LODGE BINGO
The Katy Elks organization provides local scholarships to Katy ISD
schools and assistance for special needs children in the Katy area and
invites you to help support our community by playing Bingo at the
following location and times: 1050 Katy Ft Bend Rd, Katy TX 77493.
Every Tuesday and Thursday, doors open at 6:00 PM. We also serve
food and drinks in our kitchen.
PRIDE OF TEXAS DECORATIVE ARTISTS
PTDA - Pride of Texas Decorative Artists (Society of Decorative Painters)
meet the second Thursday monthly, 6:30 PM at Houston Community
Center at Bear Creek, 3055 Bear Creek Drive, Houston 77084. Monthly
hands-on or demos and light meal; paint workshops; Community Service.
Contact Janet at jjcpaints@yahoo.com or Lisa at lwilson@casualty.com.
BABYLONIAN CHESS CLUB
Great news for chess lovers! Babylonian Chess Club meets every Saturday
at 1:30 PM at Katy library. All of Katy is welcome, 24/7 chess.
Contact Dr. Alkhafaji at 858-999-7070.
HOPE IMPACTS
A ladies craft day is offered at Hope Impacts office, 802 Dominion, Suite
300, Katy, TX 77450, the last Thursday of each month from 12-1:30 PM.
Registration required. Childcare is available if requested in advance.
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STEPS FOR HAVING A
GREAT LABOR DAY
1. Have a good old-fashioned last summer fling. Take
yourself, your family and friends to your town’s parade.
Then go home or to your favorite park and stage
the biggest, best barbecue of the summer.
2. Sit down after your fling and give some thought to
labor - especially yours.
3. Start doing something about that career change
you’ve been pondering. Schedule some informational
interviews or sign up for a class in your chosen
endeavor.
4. Find some direction if your thoughts are still vague.
Make an appointment with a counselor organize a
brainstorming session with like-minded friends or just
gather up a few good books on fields that interest you.
5. Take some time to appreciate your work if you
enjoy what you do and pat yourself on the back for
a job well done.
6. Go out and find yourself a hobby if you think you
like your work a little too much. Look for balance.
And remember the words on one Mathew Maguire
banner: “Eight Hours for Work, Eight Hours for Rest,
Eight Hours for Recreation!”
All Americans! When thinking of today’s work force,
think of your Armed Forces. They may not be in an
office, but they still work.
Enjoy! Enjoy your family and show them your love
everyday ... not just for today.
WHAT’S OPEN AND CLOSED ON LABOR DAY
Labor Day began in the late 19 th century as a way to celebrate
the achievements of workers in the U.S. As such, it is intended
to give all working people a chance to rest.
September 3, 2018
LABOR DAY FACTS AND STATS
• 153.2+ Million- number of Americans (over 16 years) in the labor force
six years ago, that number is down 1.2 million from Labor Day 2010.
• 12% of American workers belonged to a labor union
in 2009.
• 84.7% of full time workers have health insurance.
• 2.2 Million more females than males are in management
positions as of 2009.
• Registered Nurse- occupation expected to add
the most positions in the next 10 years.
• 25 minutes - average time for the commute to work.
• 5.9 Million people worked from home in 2009.
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We’ve already begun preparing for the long Labor Day weekend,
getting ready for beach getaways, cookouts and road trips. A
variety of services and stores may be closed including:
• Post offices, government services and Federal Reserve banks
will all be closed Monday.
• As it is a federal holiday, schools and most offices will
also be closed.
• Big box stores will all be open and have a variety
of sales offers ongoing.
• For travelers on the road, most fast food chains, pharmacies
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LIVING STONES CHURCH OF
HOUSTON - DISCERNING THE VOICE
OF GOD BY PRISCILLA SHIVER
LADIES BIBLE STUDY
23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd.,
Ste. H120-300, Katy, TX 77494
All Katy ladies invited! Discerning
the Voice of God by Priscilla Shiver
Ladies Bible Study starts Tuesday,
September 18, 2018, 9:30-11:30 AM
for a 7-week series. Meeting at home
near Tompkins High School. For more
information or to register, visit
livingstones.org/discerning.
KATY CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S
CONNECTION (KCWC)
KCWC is part of Stonecroft, a ministry
for women which provides Bible Studies,
Prayer Connections and fellowship
luncheons around the US. Katy Christian
Women also sponsors monthly
Prayer Coffees. These are held on the
second Thursday of each month.
New Bible Studies started in January.
Please visit our website at Katycwc.
org for locations or call Janet Collins
at 281-762-8252.
For more information or to RSVP for the
luncheon, please email Nancy at Katycwc@gmail.com
or call 281-232-8338.
KATY WOMEN’S AGLOW
Katy Women’s Aglow, a part of Aglow
International, is a local, spirit-filled
women’s ministry fellowship. We
meet monthly, usually on the fourth
Saturday 10-11:30 AM. We come
together for fellowship, to worship
and to hear inspirational speakers
and testimonies, as well as for special
events. Katy Women’s Aglow is a great
place to make new friends! View our
website for information about current
Bible studies. Prayer meetings, special
events and speaker biographies,
www.katyaglow.com.
HOPE IMPACTS BIBLE STUDIES
Mondays at the Bagel Café 7-8:30 PM.
Bible Study includes dinner. Located
631 S Mason Rd, Katy, TX 77450
PROPHETIC BIBLE STUDY
FROM THE TORAH
Prophetic Bible Study from the Torah
starting with Leviticus chapter 23, “the
feasts of the Lord,” using authentic Hebrew
Scrolls and the New Testament.
The lessons are in English, Chinese
and partially finished in the Russian
language. Lessons are web based until
a group study is formed in Katy http://
scrolls4all.org. Contact: Gary Zimmerman
scrolls4all.org@gmail.com.
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH
SENIOR ADULT NEWS
Trinity Baptist Church Senior Adults
get together on Monday afternoons
from 1-4 PM for a time of fellowship,
prayer and games... Come join the fun!
Trinity Baptist Church is located at
10000 Spring Green Blvd. (corner of
Spring Green and Fry). For more information,
visit www.trinity-katy.org or
call the church office at 281-579-6724.
AREA BINGOS
EPIPHANY BINGO
Epiphany conducts their bingo games
every Friday night except holidays.
THERE IS NO SMOKING ALLOWED
DURING ALL BINGO GAMES. They have
security, lighted parking, big screen
color monitor, computerized bingo
equipment, snack bar and large cash
prizes. Profits benefit charitable outreach
programs. Epiphany Catholic
Church, Church Community Center,
1530 Norwalk Dr. (between Fry and
Mason Roads, south of I-10 behind
Nottingham Subdivision) off Highland
Knolls. Early bird games begin at 7:30
PM and regular games at 8 PM. For
more info, call the bingo hall number
at 281-578-3905.
ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE
CATHOLIC CHURCH BINGO
At St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic
Church in downtown Katy, “BINGO” is
being played in our Parish Hall every
Friday evening except Holidays. Doors
open at 7 PM, games start at 7:15 PM
with four Early Bird games. Regular
games start at 7:30 PM. All profits will
benefit community outreach and Religious
Education programs. The Church
is located in downtown Katy at 5356
Eleventh St. You can get to the church
if traveling west on Hwy. 90 to Katyland
Rd. Turn right at the light, go to the second
stop sign (at the stadium) Eleventh
St., turn left and the Church Hall will be
on your right one block down. For more
info., call 281-391-4758.
Thursdays 12-1:30 PM, Ladies Discovery
Bible Study and lunch
on the first 3 weeks of the
month. Hope Impacts office
is located at 802 Dominion
Suite 300, Katy, TX 77450. Registration
is required and onsite childcare
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RECIPES
ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP
Made with the most perfectly tender,
juicy, chicken meatballs! So hearty
and flavorful. Not to mention, it’s
simple, quick and easy!
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, diced
3 carrots, peeled and diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
8 cups chicken stock
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup uncooked acini di pepe pasta
1 sprig rosemary
3 cups baby spinach, chopped
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
For the chicken meatballs
1/2 pound ground chicken
1/2 pound chicken sausage, casing removed
1/3 cup Panko
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions:
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, chicken sausage, Panko,
Parmesan, egg, oregano, basil, parsley and garlic powder; season
with salt and pepper, to taste. Using a wooden spoon or clean hands,
stir until well combined. Roll the mixture into 3/4-to-1-inch meatballs,
forming about 25-30 meatballs.
• Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over
medium heat. Add meatballs, in batches, and cook until all sides
are browned, about 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined
plate; set aside.
• Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the stockpot. Add garlic,
onion, carrots and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender,
about 3-4 minutes. Stir in thyme until fragrant, about 1 minute.
• Whisk in chicken stock and bay leaves; bring to a boil. Stir in acini di
pepe, rosemary and meatballs; reduce heat and simmer until pasta
is tender and meatballs are cooked through, about 9-12 minutes.
• Stir in spinach, lemon juice and parsley until spinach has wilted,
about 2 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Serve immediately, garnished with Parmesan, if desired.
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APPLE DUMPLING
You could make this on National Apple Dumpling Day September 17 th !
INGREDIENTS:
1 pastry for double-crust pie
6 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and cored
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cups water
2 cups white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Butter a 9x13 inch pan.
On a lightly floured surface, roll pastry into a large rectangle, about 24 by
16 inches. Cut into 6 square pieces. Place an apple on each pastry square
with the cored opening facing upward. Cut butter into 8 pieces. Place 1
piece of butter in the opening of each apple; reserve remaining butter for
sauce. Divide brown sugar between apples, poking some inside each cored
opening and the rest around the base of each apple. Sprinkle cinnamon and
nutmeg over the apples.
With slightly wet fingertips, bring one corner of pastry square up to the top
of the apple, then bring the opposite corner to the top and press together.
Bring up the two remaining corners and seal. Slightly pinch the dough at
the sides to completely seal in the apple. Repeat with the remaining apples.
Place in prepared baking dish.
In a saucepan, combine water, white sugar, vanilla extract and reserved butter.
Place over medium heat and bring to a boil in a large saucepan. Boil for 5
minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Carefully pour over dumplings.
Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes. Place each apple dumpling in
a dessert bowl and spoon some sauce over the top.
Source: http://allrecipes.com/
HOAGIE DIP
You could make this on National Eat a Hoagie Day September 14 th !
INGREDIENTS:
1/2 pound cooked ham, thinly sliced
1/2 pound Genoa salami, thinly sliced
1 pound processed American cheese, sliced
2 cups mayonnaise
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 onion, chopped
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
2 tomatoes, diced
12 hoagie rolls, torn into pieces for dipping
DIRECTIONS:
Tear the ham, salami and
American cheese into small pieces.
Place in a large bowl.
In a medium bowl, blend the mayonnaise and oregano.
Mix the mayonnaise mixture into the ham mixture 1/2 cup at a time,
until meats and cheese are well coated. Mix in the onion.
Before serving, mix in the lettuce and tomatoes.
Serve with the hoagie roll pieces for dipping.
Source: http://allrecipes.com/
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