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1Oak Park Trails December 2011Published by: Krenek Printing 7102 Glen Chase Ct • Houston, TX 77095 • 281-463-8649 email: [email protected] for articles • [email protected] for business ads • [email protected] for classified ads

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Oak Park Trails PlayGrOuPAre you looking for a way for your child to meet other neighborhood kids? We are a neighborhood playgroup geared towards kids 3 & younger. We meet on Tuesdays at 10 AM Playtime, parent support, zoo trips & more. If you are interested, please email Kathryn at [email protected].

Please VisiT Our WebsiTe WWW.OAKPARKTRAILS.ORG FOR MORE NEWS

VOluNTeers NeeDeDConsider volunteering to make a difference in our community. You can find more information and sign up at www.oakparktrails.org.

TO cONTacT The MaNaGeMeNT cOMPaNyCrest Management

Phone: 281-579-0761Fax: 281-579-7062

Email: [email protected]

DiD yOu kNOW? Before you build that shed, put up a trampoline or plant a tree in your front yard, you need to submit a form to the Architectural Control Committee. The form may be found in this newsletter, or by contacting Crest Management at 281-579-0761 or [email protected]. To save time please read the Oak Park Trails ACC guidelines. If you do not have a copy, you can request one or visit our website.

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HOME MAINTENANCE:• Mildew that can be remedied by power washing• Paint that is discoloring or chipping off any part of the house• Trim on the house, fascia or trim around a window that is rotting• Rain gutters that are bent, sagging or hanging• Garage doors that are dented, discolored or broken• Shutters/blinds missing slats or broken

keeP Oak Park Trails beauTiful• Mow and weed your lawn• Sweep the sidewalk and curb after mowing• Prune your trees and shrubs• Pick up trash that might blow into your yard or curbs• Keep your driveways and the sides of your home clear of misc. objects

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recycliNG iN Oak Park Trails is as easy as 1, 2, 3

1. Contact WCA to get a recycling bin. (281-368-8397 or www.wcawaste.com/houston) 2. Place your aluminum cans and paper products in the bins.3. Put your recycling bin out with the garbage every Friday for pick-up.

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dIreCTIOns:Mix graham crackers, powdered sugar and melted butter and pat into 9 x 13 pan. Bake 12 minutes at 350°F.

Mix condensed milk and coconut together and spread over crust. Bake 12 minutes at 350°F. Remove from oven. Sprinkle with real chocolate chips. Spread when melted. Cool and cut into squares.Source: www.cooks.com

PRAliNe COOkieSIngredIenTs:1/2 cup butter 1 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1 Egg 1 1/2 cup flour 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup chopped pecans

dIreCTIOns:Heat oven to 350°F. Cream butter, sugar and egg. Stir in flour, vanilla and pecans. Mix well by hand. Shape into balls about the size of walnuts, place on cookie sheets and flatten to about 1/8 inch. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, or until brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely and harden. Source: www.freebiesandstuff.freeyellow.com/christmas/

GarDeNiNG TiPs fOr DeceMber• If a long flowering period is desired, pansies should be placed in their permanent beds not later than this month. Fertilize monthly with manure, super-phosphate or a liquid high-phosphate product. Keep flowers picked for more bloom.

• Take tulips out of cold storage and plant late this month.

• Fertilize established trees, spring-blooming shrubs, spurias and sweet peas (after they are a foot tall) with a fertilizer such as 13-13-13; Louisiana iris with cotton seed meal and manure.

• Azaleas and camellias may be moved now. Keep moist to lesson cold weather damage. May acidify again.

• Last month to plant early blossoming spring bulbs, speciosum and other varieties of lilies. Mulch.

• Water plants well before a freeze; dry roots are easily damaged.

• Don’t forget to provide food and fresh water for birds. More birds die from lack of water than lack of food.

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TeeNaGe JOb seekersIf you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job seeker’s list, please fill out the form in the newsletter with your name, age, birthdate (mon. & yr.), phone number, (one only) year you will graduate (or grade presently in) and the name of your subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want on your form. Mail to Krenek Printing, 7102 Glen Chase Ct., Houston, TX 77095 or email to [email protected]. Must have parent(s) permission.

(Revised 8/11)If your name was left off the list, it is because you did not return our call to update our records. You will have to resubmit your information to be put back on.

Avery Malachi - PP 16 281-492-7103Elisha Horbelt - PP 16 832-282-1262Waad Mousa - B, T, SS 18 281-599-9019Heather Odette - B, P 16 832-665-0506Sarah Bockholt - B, PP, RCC 18 832-236-4307Amalia Daher - B 15 832-433-5878Nicole Davis - B, PP 15 281-579-8828Summer Foley - B 13 832-331-2439Savanna Morley - B, PP 15 801-663-9141Paula Morales - B, PP, T 16 832-230-7686Sheikh Rahman - B, C, H, PP, L, T, 16 713-385-2544 SS, CPR, FAC, RCC, SL

TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS Please place my name on the Job Seekers List

(Students must be 12 before they can be added to the babysitting list.)

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I give my permission for my child’s name and phone number to be published in the ‘Teenage Job Seekers’ section of our subdivision newsletter.

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iMPORtANt DAteSDec. 16th – Early Dismissal (secondary 11:35 AM; elementary 12:40 PM); End of Grading PeriodDec. 19th – 30th – Student HolidayJan. 2nd & 3rd – Student HolidayJan. 4th – Grading Period BeginsJan. 16th – MLK Day (Student Holiday)

kiSD PARtNeRS iN eDUCAtiONnow – dec 2nd – Food for Families Campaign. Annual fundraiser assisting Katy ISD students and their families.Jan. 20th - Men Who Mentor. A manly breakfast for guys who currently mentor and those who are interested in mentoring. 7:30 – 9:00 AM, ESC Room 1200.

FAMilieS CAMPAigN Last year, our Katy ISD community supported 265 Katy ISD students and their families by raising over $13,000. Coordinating Food for Families is always a tremendous blessing for us here in Partners in Education. We hope to share that joy with you.

StePPiNg iNtO tHe FUtURe SCHOlARSHiPSDrs. James Jacobs and Nicolas Manriquez, of Your Total Foot Care Specialist, are pleased to announce, two $1,500 “Stepping Into The Future” scholarships for 2012 KISD graduating seniors. Applications must be submitted to the offices of Your Total Foot Care Specialist by March 29, 2012, 5:00 PM. A third party committee will select the two winning applicants. The “Stepping Into The Future” scholarship program is available to seniors graduating with GPA’s ranging from 2.5 to 3.7. The scholarships are geared towards those students showing academic promise through a combination of demonstrated academic achievement and leadership potential. The two “Stepping Into The Future” scholarship recipients will be announced at the Katy ISD Awards Ceremonies during May.

Keys news • Keys MentoringOne mentor, one student, one hour per week. KEYS brings adult role models into Katy ISD schools to motivate, encourage and inspire students on the brink of success. Mentors meet with their student on campus at a pre-designated time each week. As mentor and student build their relationship, they decide together how to spend their mentoring time. Whether spent playing games, reading or just talking, that one hour a week makes a tremendous difference in the life of a child.

To be a KEYS Mentor, you need:• A belief in the potential of every child• Criminal history background check in compliance with the FCRA• One hour per week to spend with a child, on campus during the school day, during the school year• Participation in a brief campus KEYS orientation before you begin• Successful completion of a KEYS application and subsequent approval process

COMMUNity eDUCAtiONCommunity Education offers evening and on-line classes to adults for fun, enrichment and learning. Some of the classes offered are Foreign Languages, Arts and Crafts, Finance, Computer, Sewing, Dance and Music. For information on these and many other classes and to view the fall schedule, go to www.katyisd.org/com_edu or call 281-396-6365.

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tAylOR HS 3RD ANNUAl MUStANg FAMily FUN NigHtJanuary 21, 2012

Time to be announcedLocation: Taylor High School

Bingo and Silent AuctionConcessions * Silent & Live Auction * Door Prizes * Grand Prize

Help support Taylor High School Athletes. For more information, email [email protected].

kiSD ReCeiveS tOP RAtiNg iN SCHOOlS FiRSt FiNANCiAl ACCOUNtABility RAtiNg SySteM

Katy ISD has earned a rating of Superior Achievement under the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) for the 2009-2010 fiscal year. Katy ISD has received this top rating for each of the nine years that Texas districts have been rated through Schools FIRST.

Schools FIRST is a statewide rating system created to ensure that school districts are held accountable for the quality of their financial management practices, while achieving improved performance in the management of their financial resources. The Schools FIRST accountability rating system assigns one of four ratings, with the highest being Superior Achievement, followed by Above Standard Achievement, Standard Achievement and Substandard Achievement. Approximately 784 out of the 1,029 school districts in Texas received the Superior Achievement rating this year.

Katy ISD also recently announced that it has been named a Five-Start District in the Texas Comptroller’s Financial Allocation Study for Texas (FAST) – one of only 23 districts in Texas to receive this rank for two consecutive years.

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Pictured with the speaker are (L-R): Emily Kimmich, Elisa Schmitt, Connie Laing, Douglas Brandl and Mason Newman.

RACHel’S CHAlleNge DeliveRS A Big MeSSAge tO MCMeANS JR. HigH 8tH gRADeRS

Rachel’s Challenge speaker, Douglas Brandl, gave 8th grade students some big messages on bullying, life and how we treat others. Originating from the Columbine school tragedy, life lessons were presented from the family of one of the students killed.


Back (L to R): Scott Kim, Erin Connors, Melanie Piche, Stephen Hargis, Amanda Melvin, Patrick Morgan, Alli Kuhn and Zack Burch. Front row (L to R): Leanne McBride, Lindsay Blair, Troy Hubble, Jasmine Johnson, James Resch, Bethany McDougal and Emily Sarlls. Photograph by PICHE Photography.

tAylOR HS eXPReSSiONS CHOiR MADRigAl DiNNeRThe Taylor High School Choirs will present the 28th annual Madrigal Dinner on Friday december 2nd and saturday december 3rd at 7:00 PM. The choirs perform carols settings and holiday music during the five-course holiday banquet. The King and Queen, Court Jester and the Lords and Ladies of the Royal Court preside over the festivities while students dressed as beggars and wenches serve the meal. A professional juggler entertains and a silent auction and raffle is available for bidding before and during the meal. The whole event is held in the transformed James E Taylor High School’s “Medieval Castle” Commons. Leading the ensembles are Taylor H.S. choir directors Kevin Riehle, Kristin Likos and Laura Sharpless.


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Left to right: 1st row: Emily Sarlls and Alli Kuhn. 2nd row: Bethany McDougal and Melanie Piche. 3rd row: Lindsey Blair, Jasmine Johnson, Erin Connors and Leanne McBride. Last row: Stephen Hargis, Amanda Melvin, Troy Hubble, James Resch,

Zachary Burch, Patrick Morgan and Scott Kim. Photograph by PICHE Photography.

tAylOR HS eXPReSSiONS CHOiR SONgFeStJames E.Taylor High School’s show choir, Expressions, kicked off their new season with “Songfest,” a coffee bar musical delight held at the school on October 4th, 2011. It was a beautiful evening of ensemble, solo, and duet performances. They are under the direction of Kevin Riehle and Kristen Likos. Make plans to attend their annual Madrigal Dinner on december 2 and 3rd 2011!

Caitlin Auffenberg waves to the crowd after being crowned Pope John XXIII’s Homecoming Queen. By her side is Homecoming King Austin “Tex” Vinson. Photo by Christopher Lee.

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After receiving her crown at mid-field, Pope John XXIII High School Homecoming Queen Caitlin Auffenberg joins fellow cheerleaders on the sideline. Photo by Ben Snow.

2011 Homecoming Court members Bethany Vuyk and Andres Garcia are presented to the crowd at the Pope John XXIII High School Homecoming game. Photo by Chris Lee.

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Caitlin Auffenberg and Austin “Tex” Vinson were named Pope John XXIII High School Homecoming Queen and King. Along with their Court, they were presented at the Homecoming game on October 21, 2011.


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1752 FM 1489, Brookshire, TX 77423Tuesday, november 29th

From 5:00 - 8:00 PMPlease join us for a Special Night of Christmas Shopping appetizers, food tastings, door prizes and more!! Revenues will help Brookwood operate independently of government subsidies and to help give innovative, educational and vocational opportunities for close to 200 adults with disabilities.

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Epiphany of the Lord’s 17th Annual Frostyfest will be held december 3, 2011 from 9 AM until 3 PM at 1530 Norwalk Dr., Katy (South of I-10 off of Highland Knolls between Fry Road and Westgreen Blvd.). This show offers handmade merchandise from craftsman and artisans; no resale venders. In addition to the more than 80 venders, there will be a quilt raffle, silent auction, bake sale and photos with Santa. MOrTON raNch hiGh schOOl hOliDay

MarkeT fOr PrOJecT PrOM 2012We will be having a Project Prom 2012 fundraising event (Holiday Market with booths for crafts, etc.) at Morton ranch Junior High, 2498 north Mason road, Katy, Texas 77449 (not at the high school,) on december 3rd from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Interested vendors should contact the Holiday Market chairperson, Veronica Salazar at [email protected].

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This traditional holiday event is brighter and more beautiful than ever! Mark your calendars for dec. 1st and 2nd to visit six Katy area homes, each unique and beautifully decorated from whimsical and fun to elegantly traditional. Special features include a beautifully decorated home by Curtain Call, a third story patio view over an outdoor oasis and a whimsical craft room you can almost vision Santa and his helpers working the night away in. Over the top decorations, a CRHS Bravo Choir appearance on Thursday and CRHS Orchestra Quartet appearance both nights, this will be an event you won’t to miss! Tickets are $12 and available from your favorite Cougar Star or at the following retailers: Beau Kisses, Hauerlands, YaYa Club and Curtain Call.

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shOWcase Of hOliDay hOMes!Tour a variety of stately homes beautifully decorated for the

holidays. Thursday, december 8th and Friday, december 9th

6:00 PM to 9:00 PMTickets: $12 In Advance - $15 At The Door

Advanced Ticket Sales started November 21, 2011at Seven Lakes High School

9251 S. Fry Road, Katy, TX 77494, 281-237-2800 SLHS PTA Website - www.sevenlakesptsa.com

and Ace Hardware Cinco Ranch1720 S. Mason Rd. Katy, TX 77450, 281-392-5200

For more information or questions:Wendy Szczechowski at [email protected]

Stacey Zudock at [email protected]


JOurNey TO beThleheMJourney To Bethlehem has become a Katy Christmas tradition! Take your family on an amazing outdoor walking tour to Bethlehem and the birth of Jesus! On your journey you’ll encounter over 20 live animals and interact with dozens of characters as the events unfold leading up to the birth of the Messiah. Current - A Christian Church is located at 26600 Westheimer Parkway, www.christmasinkaty.com, 281-395-4722. Journey To Bethlehem is a free event.

Friday, december 9th, 7:00 - 9:00 PMsaturday, december 10th, 6:00 - 9:00 PMsunday, december 11th, 6:00 - 8:30 PM

The chrisTMas reVels: Musical TheaTer iN celebraTiON

Of The WiNTer sOlsTiceThe darkest time of the year casts a powerful spell over nearly every culture in the northern hemisphere, and has given birth to countless ways of celebrating the winter solstice. Many of the present-day holiday rituals in our country originate in the Nordic/German traditions and come flavored with the spices of Europe. We invite you to take a little journey to early nineteenth-century Bavaria and the surrounding regions to explore the roots of modern Christmas. As always, this interactive family friendly show will include superb music, lovely costumes, and traditional dances. Our adult and children’s choruses will add to the warmth, as will performances by accomplished guest artists, including an Alphorn duet and yodlers, who are genuine interpreters of Bavarian culture. A keepsake booklet containing information about the Bavarian celebrations and songs featured in the show is included with the ticket. Don’t miss this heartwarming event and join in with our nationwide family of returning Revels fans.

The 2011 Christmas Revels takes place december 10th-11th & 17th-18th

saturdays 2:30 PM & 7:00 PM · sundays at 2:30 PM

Wortham Theater, entrance 16 from Cullen Blvd. at the University of Houston Campus, Houston, Texas. Ample parking space available. Tickets are $17.50 - $40. For Tickets & Information 713-668-3303 or www.revelshouston.org, a non profit organization Revels Houston, Inc., P.O. Box 66829, Houston, TX 77266-6829, tune in to KUHF or call the Valk family at 281 398 0774.

cOVeNaNT luTheraN las POsaDasCovenant Lutheran Church (3785 Barker Cypress Rd.) is presenting its annual “Las Posadas” on saturday, december 10th at 7:00 PM. Bring your friends and family to experience this symbolic journey by Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem. Las Posadas is a Mexican tradition carried out by a group of people who get together to honor the birth of Jesus. This outdoor event will feature drama, scripture readings, prayer, carols in English and Spanish, and a candlelight processional, followed by traditional Mexican food for everyone! All are welcome!

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PReSeNt ANNUAl CHRiStMAS CONCeRtThe combined choirs of Epiphany Catholic Church and the Katy Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will present their annual Christmas concert on sunday, december 11, 2011, 7:30 PM, at Epiphany Catholic Church - 1603 Norwalk Drive in Katy. The concert will feature traditional Christmas music, as well as holiday songs from other cultures. The event is open and free to the public. For nineteen years, the two churches just across the street from each other have been combining their choirs for a Christmas Concert.


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The Choir of Living Word Lutheran Church will present the cantata “There Is a Rose” during their worship services at 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM on sunday, dec 11th. A chamber orchestra will accompany the choir for the presentation of the cantata composed by Robert Sterling and John Parker. “There Is a Rose” features many well-known Christmas carols such as Away in a Manger, Hark, the Herald Angels Sing, and Silent Night, as well as newly composed music. The congregation of Living Word Lutheran Church warmly invites you to join them and enjoy the music of the Christmas season by singing along or just listening. Cookies, coffee and juice will be served after each service. For more information, please check the church website LivingWordKaty.org or call 281-392-2300, x213.

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Join us for a Ho! Ho! Ho! weekend beginning saturday, december 17th at 9 AM with food, fun, entertainment and special guest Santa and friends with toys for the girls and boys. Then on sunday, december 18, 2011 at 9 AM, come see, hear and enjoy the splendor of the Christmas Story by our Drama & Fine Arts Team in our Holiday Production along Santa and friends who will be giving out more toys to the kids. Everyone is welcome. For additional information, visit us online at www.beempowered.com or call our office at 281-578-3535.

Gulf cOasT reGiONal blOOD ceNTerBlood Drive will be held at the Katy Donor Center saturday, december 3rd from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 1575 S. Grand Parkway @ Highland Knolls, Suite 600, Katy TX. 281-392-7902. Donate and save three lives and get a t-shirt.

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hOusTON faMily arTs ceNTerPerformances are at Houston Family Arts Center Garza Main Stage, 10760 Grant Road, Houston, TX 77070.

2011-2012 MaInsTage seasOn:The Sound of Music (Through - dec 18, 2011 on the Garza Main Stage)A Lesson Before Dying (Jan. 20 - Feb. 5, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage)Seussical the Musical (Feb. 24 - Mar. 11, 2012 at the Berry Center)The 39 Steps (apr. 13-29, 2012 on the Garza Main Stage)The Fantasticks (Through - June 10, 2012 on the Garza Main StageGuys and Dolls (July 13-29, 2012 TAG production at the Berry Center)

Season tickets are now on sale. For the best seating and lowest prices become a season ticket holder. The HFAC season package is arranged so that any six or more shows constitute a package and patrons get to pick which 6, 7 or 8! Patrons can select their seats online at www.houstonfac.com or call the HFAC box office at 281-685-6374. GO TO http://www.houstonfac.com/id6.html for more information or to request an audition appointment.

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NaTure PrOGraMs fOr PreschOOl-aGeD chilDreN

Enjoy the outdoors with your child, age 2 1/2 to 5, at Audubon nature programs (called the “Titmouse Club”) offered every Tuesday and Wednesday morning, 10:00 to 11:00 AM, from mid-september through mid-May at the Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary, 440 Wilchester Boulevard. The programs feature fun nature talks, stories, crafts, hands-on activities and walks in the woods.

The cost is $5 per child or a 5-session card can be purchased for $20. The child must be accompanied by an adult during the program. For more information, please visit www.houstonaudubon.org or contact [email protected] or 713-464-4900.

Upcoming programs include:

december 6th & 7th: Geology Rocks! december 13th & 14th: Christmas in the Woods december 20th & 21st: no program - Winter break december 27th & 28th: no program - Winter break

January 3rd & 4th: no program - Winter break January 10th & 11th: Being Green January 17th & 18th: Reptiles January 24th & 25th: Nature Detectives

Jan. 31st/Feb. 1st: Mice & Squirrels

Community Events hOusTON fire fiGhTers MakiNG hOusTON The ciTy WiTh

The biGGesT hearT fOr MDaIt’s official, Houstonians through the Houston Fire Fighters raised a record breaking $509,961 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association making them the #1 Fill-the-Boot department in the country for the last 9 out of 10 years raising more than $6.3 million during that time.

For more than 50 years fire fighters have helped MDA by filling their boots with donations from the citizens of their community. Houston Professional Fire Fighters Local #341 will begin their 2012 Fill-the-Boot fundraising campaign for the Muscular Dystrophy Association on saturday February 11, 2012 during the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM. Fire Fighters will also be out March 10th, april 14th and May 12th to collect funds for the campaign.

The Fire Fighters rely on support and donations from the community for the success of the campaign. Proceeds raised during the street-side campaign will help support MDA services and research programs, including MDA’s outpatient clinics at Texas Children’s Hospital and The Methodist Neurological Institute. Money raised from Fill-the-Boot also sends young people ages 6-17 to MDA summer camp, held in Burton, Texas.

For more information, please contact MDA Director of Business Development Carrie Dalton at 713-522-3679 or [email protected].

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Host families are asked to provide meals and a bedroom either shared or private. Students pay for all other personal expenses while in the U.S. Students for the new school year will need placement by the end of May at the latest. All across the world, AYUSA students are eagerly awaiting their host family placement. Please call today and begin the adventure of a lifetime!

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curreNT - a chrisTiaN church blue chrisTMas

Blue Christmas is a special service specifically designed for those have lost a loved one and who are dealing with grief at Christmas time. The service will include a special message about managing grief at Christmas and a candle-lighting ceremony where each person can honor and remember their loved one.

Friday, december 2nd, 7:00 PM, Current - A Christian Church, 26600 Westheimer Parkway, www.christmasinkaty.com, 281-395-4722.

2ND aNNuala Merry chrisTMas cOOkie Walk

saturday, december 10, 201110:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Family Life Assembly of God1012 S. Mason Road, Katy, Texas

www.familylifeassembly.org281-392-0637

Don’t have time to bake? Here’s a chance to buy delicious homemade Christmas Cookies for that special loved one or that last minute gift! Choose from an assortment of goodies that is sure to bring a smile to any holiday celebration!

Grace fellOWshiP uMc Come join us at Grace Fellowship United Methodist Church december 23rd for Kidz Christmas. Starting at 4:30 PM we will have family activities including a modern day take on the journey to Bethlehem, live nativity, family pictures, and S’MORES! Then starting at 6:15 PM we will have a family Christmas service Kidz Style! What does this mean? We will have fun music, dancing, black-light puppets, the Christmas Musical “Dude, You Hear What I Hear” and a few more surprises your not going to want to miss! We look forward to celebrating Christmas with you and your family! Grace Fellowship United Methodist Church - 2655 S. Mason Road - 281-646-1300.

cOVeNaNT luTheraN church chrisTMas eVe WOrshiP

Covenant Lutheran Church (3785 Barker Cypress Rd) will offer two candlelight worship services on Christmas eve, saturday, december 24th at 7:00 and 11:00 PM. Please join us for carols, candlelight and communion, as we celebrate the birth of Jesus!

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creeksiDe cOMMuNiTy churchCommunity Christmas eve service - Una Comunidad de Navidad Servicio - Servicios en español e Inglesdec. 24th, 5:00 PM (service in English and Spanish simultaneously)Community Christmas service - dec. 25th, 10:30 AMCreekside Community Church - meeting at Woodcreek Jr. High, 1801 Woodcreek Bend Ln., Katy, Texas 77494. Contact or Information: 713-705-4878, www.thecreekside.org

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creeksiDe cOMMuNiTy churchCommunity Bible Studies:Ladies Studies - Thursday nights at 7 PM - Grand Parkway & WestheimerMen’s Bible Study - saturdays at 7:00 AM - Katy Mills Denny’sYouth Bible Study - sundays at 4:30 PM - 542 Applewhite Dr.Couples Bible Studies - Tuesdays at 6 PM - Long Meadow Farms Wednesdays at 7:00 PM - North Cinco Ranch Thursdays at 7:00 PM - Silver RanchFor more information, call 713-705-4878.

“fOr The beTTerMeNT Of The WOrlD”baha’i faiTh Of fOrT beND cOuNTy

Please join us for an informal devotional gathering, where we share music, prayers and inspirational readings taken from the major religions of the world, in an environment of unity and harmony. The Word of God, say the Baha’i Writings, provides inspiration, rejuvenates souls, gladdens hearts and renews one’s sense of purpose. The devotional is held on the 2nd sunday of each month, from 4-5 PM and will be

followed by a sharing of thoughts, ideas and ways to apply spiritual principles to one’s day-to-day affairs. Refreshments will be served. For details on the location or for answers to any other questions you may have, please call the Baha’i Faith of Fort Bend County at 281-395-9026.

sT. PeTer’s uMc seNiOr GaMe Day (50+)

Mark your calendars for a fun day of games, at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Everyone is invited to play cards, board games, dominoes, puzzles, etc. every fourth Tuesday of the month. Bring a sack lunch and drinks will be provided. Enter on the west side of St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Drive and go to Room 106. If you have any questions, please call Richard Powell, 281-392-2941.

ePiPhaNy Of The lOrD caThOlic church laDies’ club

We meet every second Friday of the month in our family center at 9:30 AM. All ladies are welcomed to attend. For any questions, please feel free to call Co-President Pat Conner, 281-394-5101 or Co-President Kathy Phillips, 281-347-5127.

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Game Day - Meet with us every Wednesday in the Crawford Fellowship Hall from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM as we fellowship around the table playing Chicken Foot, Scrabble, Cards, etc. Bring a sack lunch (drinks provided) and we will eat together at noon.

Group Exercise Class - The exercise class for adults 55+ meets every Wednesday at 8:45 AM for 45 minutes of exercise led by Christy Kennedy, a group fitness certified instructor. This is a great time to enjoy like-minded folks who are strengthening and conditioning their body for the long haul. Regardless of your present condition, Christy will help you improve while making the exercise fun and beneficial.

For more information, contact Mike Kelley at 281-492-0785. Kingsland Baptist Church is located at 20555 Kingsland Blvd. We are located across from Taylor High School Tennis Courts. For more


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fOr bike rallyOn October 16th, Katy congregations from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) joined with the Brookwood Community for a special bike rally and carnival. The Brookwood Community is a residential facility and vocational program for adults with disabilities. The bike rally or BW15 provided residents with a fun, inclusive bike ride. Some Brookwood residents rode tandem bikes with volunteers from the churches. Others rode independently on either regular or specially modified bikes. Church members from the Katy 3rd and 4th wards, two congregations from the south Katy area, provided food and drinks for the participants. The LDS volunteers also came to support the residents with cheering and encouragement. After the bike rally, the Katy churches provided a carnival with games and activities for the residents at the Brookwood community. This event was part of a broader Houston-wide “Day of Service” in which many Houston area Latter-day Saint congregations participated. The Brookwood community is located in Brookshire, Texas and provides an educational environment that creates meaningful jobs, builds a sense of belonging and demands dignity and respect for adults with disabilities. To learn more, visit brookwoodcommunity.org.

information, you can visit us online at www.kingsland.org or call the church office at 281-492-0785.

ePiPhaNy biNGO Epiphany conducts their bingo games every Friday night except holidays. 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 8:00 PM. For more info., call the bingo hall number at 281-578-3905.

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


MauD Marks library1815 Westgreen Blvd., Katy, TX 77450, 281-492-8592

LIBrarY HOUrs - Mon. 1 PM - 9 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 9 PM, Wed. 10 AM - 6 PM, Thurs. 10 AM - 6 PM, Fri. 1 PM - 6 PM, sat. 10 AM - 5 PM, sun. closed.

We will be closed for Christmas, december 23rd – 26th and for new Year, december 31st.

To register online for any of the programs at the library’s website (www.hcpl.net), click on “Events Calendar” and select “Maud Marks.” Participants may also register by calling or by visiting the library.

ADULTS• BOOK dIsCUssIOn CLUBs - The Library hosts two book clubs that meet monthly. The Evening Book Club meets on the second Monday of the month at 7 PM. The Afternoon Book Club meets on the second Thursday of the month at 1 PM. If you are interested in joining either discussion group, extra copies of the books are available at the library. There are no dues and new members are welcome!• sanTa’s ranCH Open HOUse - The holidays have arrived!! Join us at the library as we celebrate our Santa’s Ranch Open House on Friday, december 16th from 1-4 PM. Join Santa in his workshop for fun crafts and other treats. For the complete schedule contact the library. • sHare YOUr HOLIdaYs FOOd drIve - On december 9th the library will once again be the drop off location for food donations in Channel 13’s annual “Share Your Holidays” Food Drive. The library has participated every year since it opened in 1993. All food donated will be distributed by Katy Christian Ministries and benefit families in the Katy area. The library will be accepting donations of food from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Friday, december 9th at the entrance of the library building. The drive begins early in order to allow commuters the opportunity to stop by on their way to work.

Libraries • TeCHnOgIFTs FOr THe HOLIdaYs - Trying to figure out what to give to that technology forward person in your life? Visit the library on Tuesday, december 13th at 7 PM for gift ideas this holiday season. Try out the latest gadgets in reading and gaming technology before you buy them including the Kindle2, SonyReader, Ipod Touch, Ipod, MP3 and more! • Free InTerneT CLasses - The library provides free classes in Internet Basics each month. You can learn how to navigate your way around the World Wide Web and use successful search techniques. You must know how to use a mouse and a keyboard. The next month’s classes will be on Tuesday, december 6th from 1:00 to 2:00 PM and on saturday, december 17th at 10 AM. Pre-registration is required for the saturday class ONLY.• CreaTe YOUr OWn HOLIdaY Cards and gIFT Tags - Are you interested in creating your own holiday cards and gift tags? On Tuesday, december 6th at 7 PM, there will be a class teaching the basics of how to create cards using Microsoft Publisher. Then, on Tuesday, december 20th at 7 PM, there will be a class teaching the basics of how to create gift tags using Microsoft Publisher. Come to one class or both! Seating is extremely limited for these classes. Please call the library to register. Basic keyboard and mouse skills are required. Classes fill up quickly, so don’t delay.• senIOr MOMenTs HOLIdaY parTY - Happy Holidays! Seniors and mature adults are invited to join us for our first annual Senior Moments Holiday Party on december 20th at 1 PM. Celebrate the holidays by trying out our new Wii console. Don’t know how it’s done? Don’t worry, we’ll have people here to show you how it’s done. Refreshments will be included. • FaMILY FILM FesTIvaL - Bring the whole family out to our family film festival this holiday season. Every day for the 2 weeks school is out, we will be showing a different mystery film complete with popcorn. Come on december 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 27th, 28th, 29th and 30th at 3 PM. Join us as we watch classic and new Christmas favorites. Unfortunately, we cannot print the titles here, but call the library or stop by for a complete list.• BOOK saLe - The Friends of the Library will hold their next book sale on saturday, december 3rd at 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM There is a large selection of hardback fiction and nonfiction, as well as children’s books and paperbacks. No items are over $1. Plus, members of the


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Friends of the Library are invited to a special book sale preview on Friday, december 2nd from 4:30-6 PM. Not a member of the Friends yet? Not a problem. You can join at the door!

CHILDREN• Storytime - Storytime for preschool-aged children is held each Wednesday at 11:15 AM. Stories, fingerplays and songs are featured. This is ideal for children ages 3 to 5, but all children and their caregivers are welcome. The final storytime of each month will be a special storytime.• PAt-A-CAKe CLUB iNFANt Storytime - This program will meet each Thursday morning at 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM. This is an interactive program for children, ages 0 to 18 months and their caregivers. Each session will last about 20 minutes, featuring nursery rhymes, songs and finger plays. • TOTaLLY TOddLer sTOrYTIMe - Toddlers, ages 18 to 36 months, are invited to participate in our Totally Toddler Storytime, which will be held on Tuesdays, at 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM and Wednesdays, at 10:15 AM. • aFTernOOn arT- Glue, paper, scissors, markers, fun and more! Come to the library and let imaginations soar. On Wednesday, december 14th at 4:30 PM, the library will host Afternoon Art for ages 6-11. These art programs normally last about one hour. All necessary materials are provided. No registration is required.

kaTheriNe Tyra (bear creek) Public library

16719 Clay Road, Houston, TX 77084, 281-550-0885Our hours are: Monday - 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Tuesday/Thursday - 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Wednesday -10:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Friday - 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM, saturday - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

The library will be closed Christmas, december 23rd – 26th.

Adults• THe Bear CreeK BOOK CLUB - Wednesday, december 7th, 7:00 PM. Join the Bear Creek Book Club to discuss The Help by Kathryn Stockett.• neW vOLUnTeer OrIenTaTIOns - Monday, december 19th at 6:30 PM. Interested in volunteering at the library? We have periodic orientation sessions to introduce you to our library and what kinds of work you could do. Applications are available at the Information Desks (must be signed by guardian if volunteer is under 18).• THe Bear CreeK MYsTerY BOOK CLUB - Thursday, december 15th, 11:00 AM. The Library is hosting a mystery book club! All sleuths and amateur Sherlocks heed this call! Come to this lively group and share your passion for mysteries! This month we will discuss The 11th Victim by Nancy Grace.

Weekly Programs• Bear CreeK KnITTIng CLUB - every Thursday, 4:00 PM. The Bear Creek Knitters Club is a place to share ideas, to learn new knitting techniques or to teach someone else a new knitting skill. Don’t miss out on the weekly fun!! Make sure to bring your needles and yarn. All ages welcome!• saTUrdaY @ THe MOvIes – december 3rd at 2:00 PM. Enjoy an action packed film with big sound and big screen; a deal that can’t be beat!! Check with the library staff regarding title and ratings information.• BegInnIng COMpUTer CLasses - First Tuesday, 10:00 AM. Beginning Computer Classes: These classes are designed for people looking to learn about computers at a very introductory level. All classes are free of charge. The first twelve patrons will be accommodated. • esL CLasses - every Wednesday at 6:00 PM and saturday at 10:15 AM. Our library is offering ESL classes twice a week! Classes are free and open to the public.


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Teen Programs • Teen prOgraMs - every Monday, 4:00 PM. Want to do something fun and interesting after school? The library is hosting weekly Teen events. You can watch an anime, take part in a book or movie critic club and so much more!

CHILDREN• tuesdays, 10:30 AM - preschool story Time for children ages 3-5 years.• tuesdays, 11:15 AM - Infant story Time for children ages 0-18 months.• tuesdays, 5:00 PM - Kid’s Korner story time for school-aged children.• Wednesdays, 10:30 & 11:00 AM - Toddler story Time for children ages 18 months-3 years.• Wednesdays, 5:00 PM - Tweeners for middle school-aged children.• 1st Thursday of every month, 10:30 AM - Infant explorers: All materials are furnished. Recommended for children ages 0-36 months. • 2nd Thursday of every month, 10:30 AM – Free play for all. All ages.• 3rd Thursday of every month, 10:30 AM - preschool picassos art Camp: All materials are furnished. Recommended for children ages 3-5 years. • 4th Thursday of every month, 10:30 AM – Build it! Recommended for children ages 3-5 years.

All programs are free and open to the public. For more information call 281-550-0885 or log on to www.hcpl.net.

kaTy braNch library5414 Franz Road, Katy, TX 77493, 281-391-3509

Hours of Operation: Monday & Tuesday 10 AM - 7 PM, Wednesday 1 PM - 8 PM, Thursday 10 AM - 6 PM, Friday 1 PM - 6 PM, saturday 10 AM - 5 PM, sunday CLOSED.

• KNittiNg & CroChet CLUB - every Wednesday, 1:00 PM. The Knitting & Crochet Club is the place for you if you want to learn new techniques, teach someone else, or just hang out with other crafters. The first Wednesday of the month will feature Sheryl from Yarntopia teaching the basics of knitting and crochet. Come & join the club! All ages are welcome!• COMpUTer CLasses - The Katy Library offers an array of computer classes - call to find out this month’s offerings.• geNeALogy LUNChBox - every Monday, 12:00 PM. Bring your lunch and join us for an informal genealogy get-together. We’ll have computers, Ancestry.com and other genealogists to help each other with our searches. • Who DUN it? @ the LiBrAry myStery groUP meetiNg - First saturday of each month at 10:30 AM. Every month, mystery book fans get together to discuss their reading. Call or check our webpage for this month’s selection. • hiSPANiC BooK groUP/CLUB hiSPANo De LiBroS - First Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM. Every month, a group of Spanish speaking adults get together to discuss a chosen book. Call or check our webpage for this month’s selection. Les invitamos a que todos los meses se reuna con nosotros para conversar sobre un libro. • SPANiSh ComPUter CLASS - every Friday, 4:30 PM. Basic computer classes taught in Spanish. Clase de la computadora.• FAmiLy Storytime - Third Wednesday of every month at 6:30 PM. Join us with your whole family for a fun time with stories, crafts, games and activities.

ChildrenMondays, 10:15 AM - Baby BounceMondays, 11:00 AM - Multicultural StorytimeTuesdays, 10:30 AM - Toddler TimeTuesdays, 2:00 PM - Programs are presented for children who are old enough to sit by themselves in our meeting room. Tickets are required, free and available the day before the program.Thursdays, 10:30 AM - Preschool Storytime


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FOR SALEElegant pool table, builder Imperial International Pool Tables, in great condition, has only been used in rare occasions. Top cloth burgundy, side laminated cherry wood, two one inch thick slate pieces, top lamp and utility rack all included, plus accessories. Asking price, $900. 281-844-6896.

3 Rod iron Ethan Allen bar stools, $300 each; small Ethan Allen kitchen table, $250; black TV console, $200; green bench with matching cushion, $150. Call 832-437-3515 or [email protected].

Boehm porcelain nativity set. Six pieces, bisque finish, JMJ plus three angels in original boxes, $1,700 list, must sell $750. See each piece at boehmporcelain.com. Search BSB1 thru BSB6. John 281-392-7263.

2 Hyper Speed bikes, mint condition, paid $150 each, selling for $35 each, red and black, looks like a motor cycle. Call 713-298-9537.

Free for the taking: Standard 4’ X 8’ pool table, three piece slate, need space for playroom for grandchildren. Call Jim for info. 832-866-6385.

Rainbow Play System: 2 swings, 360 tire swing, 3 station swing beam, Jacob’s rope ladder, knotted rope w/ disc swing, slide, playhouse and more. Asking $1,400 OBO. Contact Joe 832-654-8886.

Office Setup: Full size dark cherry executive desk, rear section & hutch; dark cherry solid bookshelf; roll-up dark cherry floor mat (for carpet or tile); brush nickel / cherry floor lamp. Total Value $1,700. Very good condition 832-510-6489.

Yamaha GH1B beautiful piano, polished ebony, like new, purchased in 2002, $7,000 OBO. 281-398-6870.

Prom dresses, both long and short dresses, various colors and sizes; white bridal gown used for NCL presentation. Prices negotiable. 281-392-6518.

Kenmore 27” gas dryer, 800 series white, $300; Whirlpool Gold washer Ultimate Care II, white, $200. Both excellent working condition. 281-513-5612.

Omega Pro II Racquetball Racket with zip case, never used, $35; 8” animal gold trim/porcelain (some) plates, $15 - $20 each; Emmot Kelly clown, numbered/framed lithographs, $75 - $100 each. Cheryl 281-543-2409.

Sliding mirror doors (one pair) for a wardrobe or closet, each door is 39 “W x 79”H, together the doors will be good for a 78”W X 79”H wardrobe or closet, comes with upper and bottom alum guide rails, the doors are similar to IKEA PAX MALM ward robe article # 900-745-72, picture available, asking $205. Contact [email protected].

AUTOMOTIVERare 1967 Pontiac Firebird convertible, re-built, under warranty, 400 Pontiac motor-not matching no., less than 400 miles, totally restored, yellow with black interior, new paint, new disk brakes, new suspension, new interior & new black top with cover, new custom sound system, $24,000. Firm. 281-455-5543.

1996 Buick Roadmaster Ltd: White, leather seats, 76K miles, good condition, $4,500. Call Richie Anderson 281-463-1712.

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HELP WANTEDA local State Farm agent is seeking highly motivated telemarketers to work in a fun, upbeat office environment. Applicants should have telemarketing experience and reliable transportation. Please email resume to [email protected] for more information.

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

Looking for part-time pest control technician for Gotcha Pest Control. Call 281-531-5113 or fax resume to 281-531-1502.

Discovery Schoolhouse now hiring teachers and support staff. Must have experience working in a licensed childcare facility, be flexible and dependable and have a passion for early childhood education. Call 281-401-9828 or send resume to [email protected].

Now hiring Security Officers. Part time/full time on the job training. No experience necessary. Professional & reliable retired welcome. Must provide TDL, Soc. Sec. card, (clear criminal history). Excellent benefits, all shift available. Call today & set up interview. 281-759-1010. 1035 Dairy Ashford, Suite 225, Houston TX, 77079.

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

Michelle’s Salon is looking for good experience hairstylist, massage therapist, nail tech and esthetician, lease or commission. 832-878-1052.

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

Dental Hygienist needed part-time, minimum 3 years experience, 2 days a week, 7 AM-4 PM, 9 AM-6 PM, days flexible, San Felipe/Voss. Fax Resume to 713-974-4760.

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

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A growing residential construction co. locally owned & operated looking for advancement minded English speaking individual w/truck & tools. Call for more information 713-591-7825 or 713-446-6989.

Paralegal - Katy area law firm looking for candidate with 5+ years experience. Ideal candidate should be proficient in Word and WordPerfect, be a self-starter, possess excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Send resume & salary requirements to 281-398-1380.

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PETS FOR SALEShih Tzu adorable puppies. 281-743-3500.

Cavalier King Charles playful healthy little puppies for sale. 281-492-6763.

LOST & FOUNDLOST CAT REWARD: “Tube.” Neutered male, 10 lbs,. solid color blue gray silky fur, gold eyes, one missing and one chipped front tooth, current immunizations, microchipped. Medical records are at Kingsland Blvd Animal Clinic. ‘TUBE’ has been a member of our family for 10 years and we miss him. If you see our precious cat ‘Tube,’ please call us right away and we will come pick him up. He’s shy around strangers and will probably run from you if you approach him. However, if you have a way with animals, you may be able to sweet talk him into your home. Thank you for your help. 713-306-0805 (Carole) or 281-674-6311 (Bob).

HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALEBay House in Sargent, waterfront property with boat access to house,

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HOMES FOR LEASE3-2 spacious home in Katy, $1,200 monthly. Call Fred or Nataly 281-347-2494 for info.

TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMESLas Vegas Timeshare - On the Strip near the airport, sleeps 4, full kitchen, dining & living; jacuzzi in room, 2 TV’s/2 Phones, 2 pools outside building, fitness room, washer/dryer/safe in room, 4 days $355 - 7 days $500. No added fees. Cheryl 281-543-2409.

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