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PERMIT #137

June 2012

Happy Father’s Day!

from Canyon Gate at Cinco Ranch HOA Board of Directors

Echoes from the Canyon

ONSITE OFFICE HOURS Monday 8:15 AM to 3:30 pMTuesday 8:15 AM to 3:30 pMWednesday ClosedThursday 8:15 AM to 3:30 pMFriday 8:15 AM to 3:30 pM pHONE 281-492-6020Closed SaturdayVoicemail is available. Calls will be returned during scheduled office hours.

SUMMERWith summer months here and school being out of session we normally see an increase in petty crimes and mischief. Homeowners are encouraged to lock doors including garage doors. PLEASE LOCK YOUR VEHICLE DOORS AS WELL. Parents, it goes without saying that it’s always a good thing to know where your children are.

DEED RESTRICTIONSWith all the rain we’ve had this winter (if one could call it that!), the yards and foli-age are growing at a speedy rate. While performing recent inspections, it was quite obvious that many residents are not in the full swing of “regular” yard maintenance. Please make sure you are doing your part to keep the community looking neat and tidy. Overgrown and weedy yards, dead foliage, junk left on the driveway, newspa-pers piled at the front door - these are all things that really detract from the overall look of the street. They can and will impact home values - and can be especially bad for those who might have their house on the market. Please try to be respectful of your neighbors by keeping your house and landscaping properly maintained!

PARK USAGEThe mild weather has allowed many people to take advantage of our park fields on a regular basis, which is great. However, those utilizing the fields must be mindful of the homes along the park and be sure they are not causing any nuisance to the residents. We have already received complaints from nearby residents about the noise. Being mindful means keeping noise to a minimum (no cheerlead-ers or PA/amplification systems), no street parking or speeding near the park and making sure all garbage has been picked up and placed in trash receptacles prior to leaving. Use of our park is a privilege - we want our residents to be able to enjoy it, but not to the detriment of those living nearby.

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CONTACT INFORMATIONPlease be sure to notify the office (not the guard-house) of any contact information changes. The guards do not have access to the master listing used at the gate, therefore, any changes need to be made through the management office. Also, if contacting the office about balance in-quiries, EZ tag updates, etc. please be sure you provide your address!

POOL USE AT REC CENTER PARTIES

Please note that the Clubhouse must be rented in order to have use of the pool for a party. Should a homeowner wish to utilize the pool during a Clubhouse Rental, be aware that the pool will not be closed down for private parties if it is during normal pool hours. Additionally, extra lifeguards must be hired (via the lifeguard company) and paid for separately from the Clubhouse Rental. Please contact Sweetwater Pools or the onsite office for more details. There is a limit of four guests per resident at the pool, so please be sure not to bring more than that number.

CINCO RANCH MUD 8(Includes Canyon Gate, South Park & Canterbury)

PATROL ACTIVITYMarch 2012

Type NumberDispatched Calls 11Traffic/ Field Contacts 29Arrests 4Case Reports 9Alarm Calls 4911 Calls 6House Watches 101

* TRAFFIC CONTACTS includes: self initiated calls, citizen contacts, rendered assistance, traffic stops and property checks* CRIMINAL ARRESTS includes: traffic stops, felony & misdemeanor* HOUSE WATCHES includes: vacation watches and close patrols

WILDLIFEHomeowners need to be aware that Texas is home to many snakes, including ven-omous and non-venomous varieties. With the natural areas surrounding the com-munity, Canyon Gate is especially prone to snakes, especially the park in the back of the community. Please be vigilant when in grassy areas that snakes may hide. If you should see a snake, please do not approach it - they will not normally attack or bite unless provoked. We have also received reports of alligators in the bayous nearby. Please use caution when walking the bayous - and be sure your dogs are careful as well.

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SUMMER 2012 POOL SCHEDULE - OPENED MAY 5tH

The board has contracted with Sweetwater Pools to manage the pool for the 2012 season.

May 5th - May 28th

Mon.-Fri. ClosedSat. 10 am - 8 PmSun. 1 Pm - 8 PmMemorial Day 10 am - 8 Pm

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August 26th - September 3rd

Mon.- Fri. ClosedSat. 10 am - 8 PmSun. 1 Pm - 8 PmLabor Day 10 am - 8 Pm

The pool is closed for cleaning on Mondays. However, if a holiday falls on a Monday, the pool will be open on the holiday and clean-ing will be scheduled for the Tuesday following.

SWIMMING LESSONSSweetwater Pools has been authorized by the HOa to offer swim-ming lessons if there is a demand for them (minimum of 4 students). Lessons would be open to residents only for a three-day per week, two-week session. Traditionally, lessons offered are Parent and Child, Preschool and Youth (also adult if necessary). Lesson fees are $65 per participant and include a non-refundable fee. Please contact Sweetwater Pools if you are interested in swimming lessons (www.allyouhavetodoisswim.com or 281-988-8480).

Sweetwater has also been authorized to offer Water Exercise classes if there is enough demand. There is a minimum of 8 students in order to hold the session. The class fees are $45 per person with a $10 nonrefundable fee. Please contact Sweetwater Pools if you are interested in attending a class (www.allyouhavetodoisswim.com or 281-988-8480).

HARRIS COUNtY tOLL tAGSPlease call the onsite office (281-492-6020) or email us to register your Harris County toll tag ([email protected]). The following information is required: Name, address, Vehicle make & model and Old and New EZ Tag Numbers. Please do not give tag information to the guards - they do not have access to the gate computer. PLEASE REMEMBER to have your old tag number available when you are registering a new tag, so we can remove it from the system.

The sticker-type EZ tags can be programmed into the system. However, the signal is not as powerful as that of the battery-powered tags. Please approach the gate slowly and stay as close to the left median as possible (that is where the reader is located); the new tags can’t be read by the system until you are very close to the gate.

REMINDER ABOUt PARKING REGULAtIONSThe association would like to remind everyone that there is NO CURbSIDE PaRKING between the hours of 11:00 Pm - 9:00 am. VEHICLES IN VIOLaTION WILL bE STICKERED. If vehicles are found repeatedly in violation, they will be towed at the owner’s expense.


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These parking regulations were put in to place to alleviate the dif-ficulty school buses were having navigating the neighborhood and to allow a time for problem-free residential access for emergency vehicles. Safety issues relating to morning work traffic and children going to school, garbage trucks, bike lanes and homeowner com-plaints about blocked driveways were also concerns.

Please remember that angle or perpendicular parking is against deed restrictions. It is also a violation of local ordinance. Please remember that the front and back wheels of a vehicle must be parallel and within 18 inches of the curb. Angle or perpendicular parking may prohibit police, fire or any other emergency personnel from ingress or egress. Violators will have their vehicles stickered and if necessary, towed, if the vehicle is repeatedly found in violation.

There is NO PARKING anytime in bicycle lanes. Exceptions to the street parking policy are made only to out of town guests with PRIOR NOTICE given to the office at 281-492-6020. Be sure to give your name and home address, the year, make, model and license plate number of the car, as well as the specific dates that car will be parked in the street.

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Mail or fax this to Canyon Gate Cinco Ranch HOA, 20422 Canyon Gate Blvd, Katy TX 77450 (281-492-3415) or drop off at the onsite office located in the Recreation Center. No names need be given. Onsite office personnel will verify complaint and follow up with compliance procedures. Thank you for your help.

Fitness centeR/RecReation centeR loBByAnyone under the age of 18 is not allowed in the fitness center un-less accompanied by a parent or guardian. The recreation center lobby is not to be used as a gathering place for kids to socialize. The Association is asking for all homeowners who use these facilities to help with watching over these areas. If a child is under the age of 18 and is in the fitness center without a parent or guardian or appears to be simply loitering in the lobby, please politely ask them to leave. Thank you.

eZ taGs FoR FRont Gate access The Homeowners’ Association sells EZ tags that will open the resident gate at the Canyon Gate entrance. Residents may purchase these at the onsite office for $35. These EZ tags contain a battery that should last for, approximately, 3 years. The HOA offers a one-year warranty on these tags. If the battery goes bad and your EZ tag stops working within the first year, the tag will be replaced at no cost. If your EZ tag stops working after the one-year time limit, a new EZ tag will need to be purchased.


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RECREATION CENTER RENTALThe recreation center has a room available for parties, meeting, reunions, etc. A signed contract plus a $300 security deposit will hold your reservation. Homeowners must be current on

their dues (or payment plans) and rental fees must be

received prior to the party. The rental rate is $35 an hour with a two-hour minimum. The key for the clubhouse is to be signed out and returned to the guards in the guardhouse. Please READ THE CONTRACT CAREFULLY before signing - this is a binding legal document and the rules and regulations stipulated in the contract will be enforced. Call the onsite office for additional information.

Remember to bring your trash home with you after a party - the clubhouse trash cans are being filled to overflowing regularly. Fines will start being assessed if the Rec Center trash cans are filled up with party debris.

STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCETo report a streetlight that is not working, call CenterPoint En-ergy at 713-207-2222. You will need to report both the number on the base of the pole (six digits) and the street address. You may also report outages online at www.centerpointenergy.com/outage.

OUTDOOR HOME IMPROVEMENTSPlease remember that when planning to do any outdoor home improvements, you must first apply for approval from the Architectural Control Committee. Forms are available via the website at www.canyongateatcincoranch.com/forms or by contacting the office.

ANIMALS / PETS CONTROLPlease respect your neighbors’ yards and their personal space ….. remember that pets must be confined to a fenced backyard or within the house and must not allowed to bark all night long or cause a nuisance to neighbors. They must be on a leash at all times when away from this contained environment. It is also the pet owner’s responsibility, when walking their pet within the subdivision, to keep ALL areas free of pet debris. Please remember that cats must also be confined. Animal control can be reached by calling 281-342-1512 and will pick up straysand/or unconfined pets.

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Katy area republicans Katy’s conservative voice

Please check our Facebook page or our website www.katyrepubli-cans.com for information on meeting times and places. For further information, contact Kate Diehl at 832-643-0378 or [email protected].

Katy area DemocratsKaty Area Democrats meets 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Bri-archester club house at 7 PM. Great speakers each month as well as opportunities for community involvement. For information, contact Pat Darwish 281-647-0986 or [email protected] or visit our website www.katydemocrats.net.

Katy mommy patriotsKaty Mommy Patriots is a group of moms meeting together to join the fight to protect our children’s future by getting involved in com-munity and political events. Come join us as we study the issues, work to elect candidates that will protect our rights and join with other groups across America to ensure that our voices are heard. We meet twice a month. For more information, call Kelly Horsley 281-858-8830 or Martha Mathis 832-321-4854.

the 912ers of KatyThe 912ers of Katy is a growing group of Patriots supporting the 9/12 Principles advocated by Glenn Beck. We support smaller government at all levels, fiscal responsibility and term limits for all elected officials. Join us for lively discussions and other activities. For more information, please visit our Meetup Group website at http://912katy.org or email Milton Richards at [email protected].

Get involveD! Things are busier than ever at the Harris County Democratic Party and the Coordinated Campaign is looking for volunteers and interns here in Katy! Contact [email protected] or 281-578-2435 for more information!

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Katy sunrise rotary Katy Sunrise Rotary Club is a member club of Rotary International, a 100-year-old worldwide service organization. Katy Sunrise Rotary meets every Tuesday morning, at 7:00 AM, for breakfast at The Club at Falcon Point, guests and visitors are welcomed. For more information please visit www.katysunriserotary.com.

rotary club of KatyFormed in 1946, the Rotary Club of Katy has a diverse membership of 30 business and professional men and women. The club meets each Thursday, from noon to 1:00 PM, at Hasta La Pasta, 1450 Grand Parkway, Suite E, Katy, TX 77494. For more information, call 281-392-0045 or visit www.katyrotary.com.

West houston rotary clubWest Houston Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at 12:15 PM for Lunch and Fellowship at the Omni Hotel West Houston, Katy Freeway at Eldridge. Guests and visitors are welcome. Rotary clubs provides many opportunities for giving back to our community (local and global); come join us for fun, friendships and community service. Contact 281-627-0662 for more info.


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Katy toastmasters Holds spring Club ContestDo you need to improve your communication skills for presentations, interviews, networking or everyday conversations with co-workers, customers or volunteers? We are a supportive group of members who help each other become better speakers and leaders. We meet the first three Thursdays at The Carriage Inn, 1400 Katy Flewellen, Katy Texas from 7:30 PM-9:00 PM. For more information, contact Jody White, DTM at 713-320-8396 or visit our website at http://katy.toastmastersclubs.org.

parK 10 talKers toastmasters ClubNeed speaking skills? Improve your communication skills; lose your fears of public speaking; and learn skills that will help you be more successful in whatever path you’ve chosen in life. You are invited to visit the Park 10 Talkers Toastmasters Club every Thursday each month, at 11:45 AM, at NACE, 1440 South Creek Dr, Hous-ton, 77084; telephone 281-228-6287. For more information on Toastmasters, go to www.toastmasters.org.

easy risers toastmastersDo you live in west Houston and work in downtown Houston? If you would like to improve your communication and leadership skills, please contact Ed Young at [email protected] for more information. We meet every Tuesday, at 7 AM and we’ve been serving the downtown area for 30 years!

pHoenix risers toastmasters The Phoenix Risers Toastmasters meet on the 2nd and 4th Saturday each month at the University of Phoenix building between Kirkwood and Wilcrest on Katy Freeway. Please contact us for further info at Phoenix [email protected].

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CbmC (CHristian businessmen Committee)West Houston’s (CBMC) Christian Businessmen Committee small group ministry teams meet at the following days and times each week.

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American Business Women Association’s Katy Charter Chapter meets the second Tuesday of each month, at Hasta la Pasta, located on the Grand Parkway. Network-ing begins at 6:00 PM, followed by dinner and meeting at 6:30. Please email RSVPs and inquiries to [email protected].

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ABWA West Houston express netWorkThe ABWA West Houston Express Network (WHEN) meets the second Thursday of each month, at The Cellar Door, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Meetings focus on professional development and feature speakers from various business entities. For more information or to RSVP, visit our website at www.whenabwa.org.

BusIness netWork InternAtIonALBusiness Network International - BNI is the largest networking organiztion of its kind. Business Network International, (BNI)/Katy Group meets every Thursday, at 7:00 AM, at The Club @ Falcon Point, 24503 Falcon Point Drive, Katy, Texas 77494. Come visit us and introduce your business to our group. Chapter contacts: President, Gary Nething, 832-247-2421 or Vice President, Angelo Molinas, 832-289-8488. For more information on Katy BNI, go to www.katybni.com.

BusIness netWork InternAtIonALBusiness Network International, (BNI)/Cinco Ranch Group meets every Tuesday from 7:00-8:30 AM, for breakfast and business networking, at Willowfork Country Club at 21055 Westheimer Park-way, Katy, TX 77450. Please RSVP to Len Tierney at 713-824-6960 or go to www.bnihouston.com and search for Cinco Ranch Chapter in Katy, Texas.

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Welcome Wagon club of KatyThe Welcome Wagon Club Katy has a Monthly Coffee. Women from the Katy area, whether new or established, are invited. It is an infor-mal gathering held in a member’s home from 10:00 AM to noon. For location of the coffee, please call Margaret at 281-342-4935 or Jan at 281-398-4777 or email [email protected].

The Welcome Wagon Club of Katy is a community minded, social organization, with membership open to all woman in the Katy area. Monthly activities include: Decorating, Mahjongg, Bunco, Local Trips, Dinning Out, as well as Lunch and a Movie.

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Newcomers and Neighbors of Greater Houston (NNGH.org) was established in 1957 to provide friendly fellowship and fun activities for Houston women. From September through May, there are monthly luncheons (normally third Wed of each month, except November) and numerous monthly activities for all ages and abili-ties (e,g., bridge, mah jong, bunco, bowling, beading, book club, play reading, sewing and crafts, movie and lunch bunch, creative cooking, wine tastings - just to name a few). NNGH is truly one of Houston’s friendliest women’s clubs and certainly the most active. In addition, we have events and activities throughout the year to benefit selected non-profit organizations. This year we are working with Boys and Girls Country and Houston SPCA.

f you are a woman residing in west Houston and surrounding com-munities, we welcome your involvement in the Green Trails Ladies Club. Membership is open to residents of Katy, west Houston and surrounding areas. Varied opportunities are provided for women to explore common interests and develop friendships in the neigh-borhood setting. The club features activity and game groups of interest to the members. This currently includes: Bunco (3 groups), Scrabble, Games for Couples, Mah Jong, Book Chats and Sweets (a book review fellowship), Indian Vegetarian Cooking, Potpourri (a variety of events, excursions, seminars, and fun activities) Women of the Word (a Bible study fellowship group), Mom’s Play Date (a play group for moms with pre-school and elementary age children), The Art Bunch (fine arts and crafts) and Girls Night Out Movie Classics and Dinner (monthly). Get plugged into as many of these facets of our club as you are inclined!

Don’t miss out on fun you can have in 2010. Become a member of the Green Trails Ladies Club. Submit the information requested below along with the $20 annual membership dues to: Green Trails Ladies Club, P. O. Box 573, Barker, Texas 77413-0573. Membership renewal is also now due for existing members who have not paid dues since May of 2009. Contact Helen Connolly at 281-578-3382 for more information.

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CUB SCOUT PaCk 987Cub Scout Pack 987 is a pack out of Cimarron Elementary that has been serving the Katy area for 26 years. If you have a boy between the ages of 6 and 10 (entered first through fifth grade this fall) and wanting them to join an activity that is full of fun learning experi-ences, this is the group for you. To learn more please contact Marissa Nix-Burke at [email protected] or 832-615-6707. Also, you may visit our Pack website at www.scoutsofkaty.com

HOmeSCHOOl PaCk 393Cub Scout Pack 393 is a homeschool pack that serves the Katy area. If you have a boy between the ages of 6 and 10 (entered first grade through fifth grade this fall) and are wanting them to join an activity that is full of fun learning experiences, this is the group for you. To learn more about both scouting programs, upcoming summertime events and 393 please e-mail Sam Randolph at [email protected]

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SportS QueSt Summer Soccer campS 2012Celebrating 16 years! Online registration is now open for summer soccer camps 2012! Sports Quest is a non-profit, professional soccer training organization, dedicated to developing and promoting the game of soccer at all levels in a Christian environment. Sports Quest summer camps offer a unique opportunity for players aged 5-12 years to develop their technical and tactical soccer skills and at the same time, addresses key issues relating to each child’s spiritual and character development. In addition to the high quality soccer instruction, campers will also receive a free hand stitched soc-cer ball, a free camp T-shirt and other commemorative gifts and awards. For further information/registration, visit www.sportsquesttraining.com or call 832-593-7777.

albion HurricaneS (aHFc) Soccer tryoutSAlbion Hurricanes FC (AHFC) Soccer Tryouts and Draft begins in May and June for U9 to U19 Players. Please go to www.albionhurricanes.org and register today! AHFC, established in 1989, is leading the way in South Texas youth soccer by inspiring and developing young men and women through world class soccer coaching and innova-tive techniques as well as instilling the proper framework, self-esteem, confidence and sportsmanship within our athletes.


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Can’t see your Kelsey-Seybold pediatrician during weekday clinic hours? Our Katy Clinic offers convenient Saturday appointments for pediatric physicals. Call our 24/7 Contact Center at 713-442-KIDS (5437).

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Fraternity of One Football (FO1) is excited and fully prepared for the upcoming fall season. The transition from spring football to the regular fall season is underway. Many of our initiatives and league enriching programs have been developed and queued ahead of schedule. This is good news for incoming players and teams. Parents, players, coaches and other participants will recognize an immediate difference from what is typical of youth sports. It’s going to be a great year. The following list represents several important dates for FO1’s incoming sports families, coaches and volunteers:

Return Player Deadline (register on or before Saturday, June 9, 2012)Draft Deadline (register on or before the Saturday, July 21, 2012)Skills Assessment / Player Combine - Saturday, July 28, 2012Draft Day – Saturday, July 28, 2012Late Registration – Registrations made between July 29, 2012 and August 12, 2012 (last day of late registration)

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University of Texas-Tyler freshman right-hander Michael Blevins (Mayde Creek HS) tossed a three-hit shutout with five strikeouts and no walks in a 1-0 ASC East Division road win over LeTourneau. Blevins allowed just one extra-base hit - a double - and one runner past second base over the seven frames. His gem came in Game 2, locking up the three-game series for the Patriots.

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katy FaMIly yMCa VOlleyBallKaty Family YMCA has open volleyball for Y members on Tuesday and Thursday nights for adults only, from 8:00-10:00 PM. If you know the rules and can enjoy volleyball, please join us.

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westsIde gOlF leagueWestside 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 Sue Crookson at 281-392-4913 [email protected] or Yana Dommert at 281-394-2481 [email protected] or Kathy Smith 815-715-3892.


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Fall in line for this year’s FunFest - July 29th-August 2nd from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM. Enjoy games, service projects, guest speakers from the Armed Services, ROTC color guard presentation, music and nightly skits. Thursday is family evening - come hear a special presentation from Hank of Kingdom Dog Ministries. This is for children that have completed kindergarten - fifth grade. Cost is $5 per child. Visit our website: thefellowship.org for more information. The Fellowship at Cinco Ranch 22765 Westheimer Parkway, Katy.

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Women’s ConneCtionJoin us for a prayer, coffee and fellowship 10 AM to 11:30 AMLa Madeleine’s 23322 Mercantile Parkway Katy, TX (Grand Parkway and I-10)Bring a friend and don’t forget to bring your Bible.

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Singers and instrumentalists are invited to join the “Grace Notes,” a performing group which shares music with the elderly in retirement, alzheimer’s and nursing facilities. We sing a combination of secular, patriotic and sacred music. We also sing once a month for the congregation of St. peter’s UMC and various other events in the community. We rehearse during the school year on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 AM at St. peter’s UMC - Room E106. Babysitting is provided. Tuesday

mornings are also our “outing” days to perform in the community. Come and join this fun and wonderful music ministry. please contact Gail Shipley at 281-347-0233 or [email protected] for more information.

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Game Day - Meet with us every Wednesday in the Crawford Fel-lowship 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.

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Houston Family Arts Center (HFAC) invites you to join them this Father’s Day week-end for five unforgettable performances filled with comedy, spectacle and wonder featuring “Atlantic City Entertainer of the Year Award” nominee Harry Maurer. The performances, June 15-17, 2012 will benefit the HFAC Actors Academy.

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Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston is excited to announce that

we will be starting up our Baby Bottle Blessings fundraising event.

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home church and fill them with change, bills and checks during

the month long event. This event spotlights the extensive resources

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and 3-week performing arts camps for grades 1-12. HFAC camps

run June 4 through August 26, 2012 and feature acting, singing

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cals, dramas and comedies - especially designed for kids and teens!

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Camps for grades 1-3 and 4-6 are A Year with Frog and Toad,

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Hosting a foreign excHange student is easier tHan you may tHink

During the 2012-2013 school year, students from all across the world will have the opportunity to travel to Houston and surrounding communities to spend the entire school year in the United States, learning and working with American Families. In order for the students to come to the U.S. they must have proper host families lined up. Now is a crucial time of year for the Ayusa program as local staff coordinators to find local host families for the upcoming school year. The Ayusa program is celebrating its 30th year this year and is responsible for more than 60,000 students from 75 different countries spending the school year in the United States.

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Fort BeND maSter GarDeNerS For information on Ft. Bend Master Gardeners or lists of events, visit www.fbmg.com or call the Master’s Gardener’s Hotline at 281-341-7068. Anyone with an interest in gardening is encouraged to attend our events.

SuGar laND GarDeN cluB Sugar Land Garden Club meets at the Sugar Land Community Center, 226 Matlage Way, Sugar Land 77478. For more information visit www.sugarlandgardenclub.org or call 281-491-1621. Sugar Land Garden Club was established in 1932 and is one of the largest garden clubs in Texas. Membership is open to all.

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Registration for the 2012 Summer Reading Clubs will began on May 29th and continues through July 28th, at all Fort Bend County Libraries (FBCL) locations.

There will be drawings, awards and prizes in the various clubs, please see our website for details on each. Participants may register at any Fort Bend County library or they may register online by going to the FBCL website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us) starting May 29th. Thereis no charge to join the Summer Reading Clubs and they are open to people in the appropriate age group, regardless of the county of residence. The program is sponsored by Fort Bend County Libraries and the Friends organizations that support the county library system. For more information, call the library’s Public Information Office at 281-341-2677 or the library branch nearest you.

Fort Bend County LiBraries Go Green, saVe money

Fort Bend County Libraries is saving county taxpayers’ money by using email and telephone notifications rather than mailing out letters. Patrons may receive notices by email, telephone or text message about books they have requested or that are overdue. By sending out notices electronically, the library saves money on the costs of paper, printing and postage, which helps preserve the environment as well.

Library patrons can manage their online library account by clicking on “My Account” on the library’s webpage. To verify or add a telephone or email account to the record, simply go to “Contact Information and Preferences,” then “Preference for receiving library notices” and select “email address,” “telephone” or “TXT messaging” from the drop-down list to choose the format by which library information notices should be received. Patrons who opt to receive text messages will need to ensure that their cell phone number is included on their library record and indicate which cell phone provider they use by selecting a choice from the drop-down menu. Standard text-messaging rates apply, based on the patron’s cell-phone plan.

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��7KH�6FKRRO�$JH�3URJUDPV: crafts, movies, stories, and more for school-aged children entering first through fifth grades - 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM every Wednesday during the summer. A free hand-stamp, which is required for admission, will be available one hour before the program.June 6th: Once Upon a Puppet Play – Rumpelstiltskin Marionette Puppet ShowJune 13th: Wings, Stings & Leggy Things – Entertaining Information About InsectsJune 20th: Tales About Tails – Storyteller with Animal StoriesJune 27th: Ha-Yah! Taekwondo!

��7KH�7ZHHQ�&DIp, which begins at 3:00 PM every Monday in WKH�VXPPHU, is designed for youth between the ages of 10 and 12. June 4th: Name That Show – TV Trivia ContestJune 11th: Snacks & MovieJune 18th: Kleenex 500 – Build Your Own Kleenex Race CarJune 25th: Donut Decorating

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For more information on any of the above-mentioned events, call the library or the library’s Public Information Office at 281-341-2677.


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WEEKLY CHILDREN’S PROGRAM SCHEDULE The library presents a variety of free children’s programs - Mother Goose Time, Toddler Time, Story Time, Pajama Night Story Time, Kinder Korner and After-School Breaks - every month. These pro-grams are free and open to the public.

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Become an essential part of a student’s life by signing up to be a tutor for the Literacy Council! The Literacy Council of Fort Bend County holds tutor training every other month. After 12 hours of training, outstanding volunteers are equipped to teach Basic Literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to adults. The trainings prepare tutors to organize and compile lesson plans, learn about various tutoring techniques, understand the purpose of the Literacy Council and much more. Tutors do not need knowledge of any foreign language, nor do they need formal teaching experience. We offer many locations for tutoring throughout the area, including locations in Katy. Tutoring sessions are offered during the day and at night. If you are interested in impacting someone’s life by being their tutor, please contact the Literacy Council at 281-240-8181 or visit the website at www.ftbendliteracy.org. Help us to “Change Lives Through Literacy!”

RuOK PROGRAMFort Bend County Sheriff’s Dept. has a computer-generated pro-gram called “Are You OK?” (RUOK). It is a computer-generated call intended for senior citizens (over 55) and disabled persons who live alone and could benefit from a daily check. A computer will generate a call each morning, at about the same time and the participant chooses a time frame. A voice will ask, “Are you OK?” After this, all they have to do is hang up the phone. If the partici-pant goes out of town or leaves the residence for any time, you just temporarily un-subscribe and re-subscribe when you return. If the call goes unanswered, the computer will call back 3 times at 15-minute intervals. If there is still no answer, the Sheriff will dispatch a deputy or the local police. They will have with them a print out of information on the person that is not responding to the calls. This program was established by FBC Sheriff Milton Wright, Commissioner’s Court and Ken Whitt (FBC Sheriff’s Citizens Acad-emy Alumni Assoc.) in 1998. Many police chiefs in the county are also participating in the program and will proceed with the welfare check for citizens of their community. To request more information or to enroll in this free and very beneficial program, please call the Sheriff’s Dept. at 281-341-4704.

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Wildlife adVoCaTesEnjoy a rewarding volunteer experience with wildlife. Texas Wildlife Rehabilitation Coalition, Inc. is a non-profit organization, which serves as an emergency care and rehabilitation facility for orphaned, ill, and injured native Texas wildlife. Volunteers are welcome in the areas of assisting in the daily functions of the center, assisting with public education programs, and wildlife rehabilitation. Located at 10801 Hammerly, Suite 200, the facility is open seven days a week to help wildlife in need. TWRC has a mentor program in place to assist volunteers with “hands on” training for those interested in becom-ing permitted rehabilitators. We invite you to join our organization in saving Texas wildlife – one animal at a time. Call the center at 713-468-8972 x158 for more information or email the Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected]. Visit our website at www.twrc-houston.org.

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seCond ChanCesCROSSROADS mentors are regular people, just like you, who prevent or reduce youth involvement with the juvenile justice system by foster-ing positive mentoring relationships. The goal is crime prevention! Our mentors must be 21 years of age and volunteer a minimum of 1 hour a week. There are many sites, areas and available times of the week for mentors to meet with their assigned child. We desperately need loving and caring mentors for boys and girls that do not have anyone visiting them! Please consider devoting just one hour a week to the future of a needy child, many times you are their only visitors. Con-tact Jan Sadler Gibbs at [email protected] or 713-295-2779.

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Invest your time by volunteering with Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston educating and supporting men and women in making healthy choices for life in sexual integrity, unplanned pregnancy and post-abortion loss. Volunteer opportunities include mentoring, facilitating small groups, administrative assistance, medical services, donation room and development. Discover your calling!

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The only time our clients say they feel free is when they’re riding a horse in a brisk walk around the arena or driving a carriage through the wooded pastures or feel the nudge of a horse’s muzzle at their shoulder saying, “I’m glad to see you, my friend.”

Nothing else can compare with therapy on horseback. Equine-assisted activities improve physical balance and coordination, mental acuity, emotional stability and social interactions. At SIRE, we see miracles on horseback happen every day. The work of our dedicated volunteers helps guarantee that children and adults with disabilities in the Greater Houston Area will have the programs they need to live longer, healthier, more productive lives.

In addition to their weekly work in the arena, many of our vol-unteers donate their time and talents at fund-raising events such as our annual Ride-A-Thon and the yearly Trailblazers Luncheon. Volunteers are on hand during the NARHA on-site certification and annual SIRE Show-Off and volunteers are vital to our Clients’ suc-cesses at the Top Hands Horse Show, during the Houston Rodeo and competition at the regional and state Special Olympics. Therapeutic horseback riding creates a bond of success between the rider and their horse. Volunteers are their own personal cheering section and the instructor is their mentor and coach. Clients become more empowered and better equipped to fully live their lives, each day.

To volunteer, please call one of our arenas and ask to speak with a volunteer coordinator. SIRESpring, call 281-353-6160. SIREHockley, call 281-356-7588. SIRE Fort Bend at Sienna Stables, call 281-431-1741.

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become a SunriSe VolunteerFond Memories and Treasured Traditions Start Here…Enrich lives through your gen-erous gift of service as a Sunrise Volunteer. Please call Ozzie Ausborn, Activity and Volunteer Coordinator, for opportunities and details, at 281-240-0500 or email [email protected]. Sunrise Assisted Living of Cinco Ranch is located at 21939 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, Texas 77450. We have partnered with Disney and the Helping Hands Network, please inquire to learn how you could qualify for tickets to Disney! For more information, visit our website at www.sunriseseniorliving.com.

SeedS of HopeSeeds of Hope is encouragement and support for all families currently experiencing or who have experienced infertility in the past. We meet the 4th Thursday of each month. Come and encourage or be encouraged. For more information contact Cathy Booth 281-395-7094 or [email protected]

Volunteer KatYMeet with other local people who will gather and discuss/plan community service projects and try to figure out the best way to make a difference in our community. All volunteers welcome. Contact: Linda Wilson at 281-222-1771 or visit http://volunteerism.meetup.com/230.

HouSton cHildren’S cHaritYJoin a group of people dedicated to improving the lives of children. If you are search-ing for a good cause to lend a hand to, you need look no further. Houston Children’s Charity is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for underprivileged, abused and disabled children who have been otherwise left behind. The scope of our support is limited only by the availability of resources. Our goal, the rainbow that we chase, is to leave no legitimate request for assistance unanswered.

Do you have the time and desire to volunteer to help a great cause? We are always in need of volunteers to help throughout the year. This is a great way for school age kids to get in community service hours. Do you have gently used children’s clothing, shoes and jackets? At Houston Children’s Charity we are setting up the “HCC Closet.” All of the items donated will be given to children – not sold at a retail store. Please contact our office at 713-524-2878 or visit our website www.houstonchildrenscharity.org for more information on our organization.

Standup for KidSHow would you feel if you saved a kid’s life? StandUp For Kids is an all volunteer organization dedicated to saving the lives of at-risk and homeless kids through vol-unteer outreach efforts. Our volunteers search the streets in order to find, stabilize and otherwise help homeless and street kids improve their lives. Every day throughout the US thirteen kids die on the streets from abuse, disease and suicide. According to recent statistics Houston has up to 2,500 kids living on the streets at any given time. Texas has the highest rate of homeless youth in the U.S.

StandUp For Kids needs supplies for our Houston program, which provides food, cloth-ing, counseling and a safe environment for the homeless youth of Houston. If you or your organization would like to hold a food or clothing drive for StandUp For Kids,


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Adopt A US SoldierAdopt A US Soldier is a non-profit organization that seeks volunteers and donors to help show the brave men and women fighting for our freedom that their sacrifices will not go unnoticed. It connects supportive civilians with deployed soldiers and offers a channel by which to communicate encouragement and express gratitude to those serv-ing in the United States Armed Forces. Adopt A US Soldier is sustained by its volunteer workforce located across the United States.

After a supporter asked a soldier what they needed, his response was as follows: “No requests, just don’t want to be forgotten.” -LCPL O.J.T. III

When registering for Adopt A US Soldier your involvement can range from writing letters and sending postcards, to mailing care packages full of items a soldier may need or want. Handwritten letters are most important and meaningful to soldiers. Adopt A US Soldier encourages civilians to adopt a soldier to show your support for those that are making sacrifices for our country. If interested, please go to www.adoptaussoldier.org to register.

SpANiSH MeAdoWS VolUNteer opportUNitYIn just 1 hour you could touch the hearts of at least 4 seniors. Do you have a little free time? Do you enjoy the company of seniors? We would love to have you volunteer your time and services to our wonderful residents. Spanish Meadows Nursing and Rehab opened its doors in the fall of 2005 bringing quality care in a luxury environment to Katy and sur-rounding communities. We are located at 1480 Katy Flewellen Road, Katy, TX 77494. To get further information on volunteering, please contact Robbin at 281-394-0088 or [email protected]. Please visit our website at www.spanish-meadows.com.

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Stephanie Schmadeke, Director of the Houston Aphasia Recovery Center (HARC), a not for profit facility which helps people recover from brain injury, is looking for volunteers to teach painting or drawing lessons to their clients. Their location is 6260 Westpark (in the West Loop/SW Freeway area). This would be perfect for someone who has time and a calling to help people or for students who are looking for community service and teaching experience.

Even if you are new to art, you would have something to offer. Just give them what you know. That will be more than enough. (Paint mixing, pallets, brush choices, hand positions, perspective, shading, blending, etc.) All would be a great help to someone recovering from Aphasia.

The times/days/number of students are all flexible. For more information, contact Stephanie Schmadeke, 713-628-9973 or to learn more about Aphasia, visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aphasia.

KAtY cHriStiAN MiNiStrieS NeedS VolUNteerSKaty Christian Ministries Resale Stores has an URGENT need for volunteers to help with receiving/sorting donations and various other activities. Schedule flexible Monday-Saturday. Please call Donnie Sanchez at 281-391-5261 or email [email protected] for more info.


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Buckner Hospice of Houston is in need of volunteers. We offer many different volunteer opportunities from Patient visits to office duties. Hours of very flexible to fit your busy schedule. You donate the number of hours you can. Please contact Toni Cruse Volunteer Co-ordinator at 281-493-6800 or 713-918-9320 for more information.

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KATY QUILTERS NEEDS HELP FOR CHARITIESCalling on all the quilters in the area to help make pillowcases and small blankets. This last year we donated over 200 pillowcases and small blankets to various charities. The demand is even higher with all of the families that have lost their homes because of the fires in and around our area. We need you and we have fabric that has been donated but we need your hands and time to make someone smile. If you would like to help, call the Katy Quilters, Shari Medford at 281-635-3000.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT TREASURED ONES FOUNDATION

Treasured Ones Foundation, a day habilitation program for young adults with special needs, located on 913 S. Mason Rd. in Katy, is seeking volunteer help to assist clients with arts and crafts, music, physical activity, computers and much more. For more information, please contact the volunteer coordinator, Janie at 832-766-0505 or 281-829-0284.

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Evening Meetings: 7:00-8:30 PM 4th Monday of each month (except December)

For further information about breastfeeding, please call: Susan 281-829-6833, Maria 832-606-9932 (Spanish), Michelle 281-589-6766 or Christina 713-818-4488. For info. about other LLL mtgs. in Houston, call 713-383-2819, www.LLLHouston.org. La Leche League International’s website is: www.lalecheleague.org.

MOMS CLUb® OF KATY SEDo you ever feel like you’re the only mom who stays home? While being an at-home mother is rewarding, it can also be lonely. The MOMS Club (Moms Offering Moms Support) is a support group specifically for mothers who have chosen to stay home to raise their children. Local chapters offer scheduled activities, most of which take place during the day when at-home moms most need support. Our calendar includes activities such as weekly (age-appropriate) playgroups, park days, group outings, book club, mom and tot lunch, family events, community service projects, mom’s night out and more! Of course, children are encouraged to come along and moms may attend as many or as few activities as are appropriate for their family. Contact Jamie Ensminger, Membership VP: 832-493-1507 or email [email protected].

MOMS @ SECONDEach month we will hear from gifted speakers and develop friend-ships with other moms as we explore the Fruit of the Spirit. We understand that being a mother is a difficult job and we pray that you will find wisdom, encouragement and strength at Moms@Second. We look forward to seeing YOU and learning all that God has to teach us this year! We welcome moms with kids of all ages!

Doors open at 6:45 PM, meeting to start at 7:00 PM-9:00 PM, in the High School Area @ Second Baptist, Katy. Cost is $40 for entire year. Childcare provided for a minimal cost. Contact Kendra Krezanosky or Robin Gilliam at [email protected] for more details and dates or Faye in nursery office at 713-465-3408 x 1007.


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MOTHERS’ SHARE GROUPMothers’ Share Group serves as a valuable outreach for stay-at home parents. We offer a supportive network of moms, interesting and informative speakers relevant to parenting and family life, creative crafts, service projects, and the opportunity to make wonderful friends with others in the Katy area. We meet Thursdays, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM following the KISD schedule, at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd., Katy, TX 77450 in Room E221 (upstairs). Everyone in the community is welcome. Please join us for fun, food and friendship! For more information or to confirm childcare, please contact St. Peter’s UMC at 281-492-8031 or www.stpkaty.org.

MOCHA MOMS, WEST HOUSTON CHAPTERMocha Moms is a Stay-At-Home Support group for women of color. We offer monthly support group meetings, activities for moms and children. Come meet other Stay-At-Home moms as we embrace the job of motherhood with support of others. Contact Hesma at 281-762-0262 or www.mochamomswesthouston.org.

IBLOOMWe provide an OASIS in the frenzied weeks of busy moms… A place to be: *EQUIPPED for parenting, marriage and spiritual growth. *ENCOURAGED by sharing with other moms within mentor led small groups. *ENERGIZED by loving support of other women. Our focus is Biblically based teaching on parenting, marriage and spiritual growth. iBloom includes interesting live speakers, relevant video curriculum with just the right mix of fun! We are a group of moms of children from birth to fifth grade. Join us Monday mornings, 9:30-11:30 AM Grace Fellowship UMC, 2655 S. Mason Rd., Katy, TX The cost is $20 for the year (includes study guide). Childcare is FREE! For more information and to register go to www.graceibloom.org. Questions: call Denise at 281-693-6907 or Sonja at 713-702-2153.

REAL MOMS Of KATy PLAyGROUPThis group is down to earth and drama free. Our motto is to build lasting friendships for the mommies as well as the children. We value every member feedbacks and participation. We like for the members to take ownership of the group and feel a sense of belonging. This is primarily a preschool age group though we understand that you may have other small children so all are welcome. We are mostly stay at home moms but if you work from home or can get together in the day time than you’re welcome. We also have ladies night out! We embrace diversity and believe we all can learn from each other. Learn more at www.meetup.com/Real-Moms-of-Katy.

ALL MOMS Of KATyAll Moms of Katy: come run AMOK with us! We are a fun group of moms who support each other through the joys and woes of parent-ing with playgroups, park days and the occasional moms night out. Contact membership at [email protected] to get involved.

WORKING MOMS Of KATyThis is a group to support working moms in the Katy area who would like to find support and camaraderie in other working moms and also a social network. Play dates will be held on Saturdays and an occasional mom’s night on a weeknight. I’m hoping that there are other moms out there just like myself who would like to have like-minded moms to hang out with on the weekend and fun things to plan with the kids during non-work hours. If you’re interested, please join my group and take a minute and tell me a little about yourself so we can get to know one another and start building a group together. Charlene Taylor: [email protected], 281-235-3043 or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/workingmomsofkaty.


FOR SALE

Whitney Spinet piano by Kimball, excellent condition, needs tuning, $900. Cindy 281-815-3006.

75 gallon hexagon aquarium with steel stand, welded at factory (heavy) and accessories, like new, $500. Boat ladder, $25. Serious inquires only please, call 832-928-3422.

Home entertainment center in hardwood and rich cherry finish. Abundant media storage, like new, holds up to 34” television set, $375. Also new, assembled “The Rack” and stationary bicycle for $35 each. 281-492-6670.

Attention MAD Magazine collectors! I have several old MAD magazines dated in 1950 and 1960, also several hardback copies. If interested call “MAC” at 281-392-1290. What me worry?

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Wanted - Hairstylists. Looking for a fun and relaxing place to work, one that ap-preciates you? Look no further! Sheri Marie’s Salon & Co. is hiring great hairstylists. Call 281-463-7375.

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 shifts available. Call today & set up interview. 281-759-1010. 1035 Dairy Ashford, Suite 225, Houston TX, 77079.

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 is 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 insur-ance, pretreatment estimates and so on, handle patient upsets, deal with software support, etc. Please forward resume to [email protected].

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

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 Den-tal 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.

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

Position available for an experienced hair stylist with a great attitude and good clientele. Benefits available. Call Images Hair Studio at 281-256-2286.

Dental Assistant needed, at least 2 years of experience, must be state licensed. 281-550-0900.

Residential Electrician(s): Journeyman or helper/apprentice. Have experi-ence, references & contact info. ready, beginners last employment info. Send resume to [email protected].

Carpet – used, earth tone, 4 rooms, good condition, $100. 281-463-8655.

Cabinets - kitchen/bath, various sizes. 15 double door cabinets for rental property, $200. 281-463-8655.

Extra-long twin bed, $75. 2 dresser wall unit with desk and shelves, white, $100. Black lacquer, 9 drawer entertainment center/dresser, $150. 281-463-0163.

Aeropilates machine (QVC #F09610, $450 w/S&H), rebounder, magic circle, DVDs, $175. 281-395-4274.

Antique (1940) Jenny Lynn crib, maple, great condition, appraised at $1,100, best offer over $700. 281-728-8429.

Marcy Home Gym complete with self spotting bench, curling bar, lat-pull pully system & over 200 lbs. of weights. Also a chest-explosion machine & accessories for the pully system. Excellent condition. $325 or $350 delivered assembled. 281-881-6405.

Sofa good to very good condition, $250 OBO. [email protected].

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].

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HOMES/CONDOS FOR SALEBay House in Sargent, waterfront property with boat access to house, built in 2003. 2 BR’s, 2 car garage, vaulted ceilings, central AC/heat, storage shed at-tached to house, carport, enclosed stairway, water & sewer system. Call Bill at 979-429-6853.

TIMESHARES/VACATION HOMESLuxury Royal Sands Resort, Cancun, Mexico. 2 bed / 2 bath, oceanview time-share, available one week only: November 10-17, 2012. Reduced to $1000. Incredible pools, spa, fitness center. Email for info and pictures of resort: [email protected].

Playa del Carmen private condo, 2 bed / 2 bath. 1600 square feet, beautifully furnished. 2 blocks from beach, 3 blocks from famous Fifth Avenue. Photos, rates, guest reviews at: www.VRBO.com/235451. Call Jeff, 713-856-7774.

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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.

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SCHOOlSwww.katyisd.orgKISD Administration 281-396-6000KISD Transportation. 281-396-7560Sue Creech Elementary 281-237-8850Beck Junior High 281-237-3300Seven Lakes High School 281-237-2800Merrill Career Center 281-237-6300

lIBRARIES FT. BENd CO.Cinco Ranch Library 281-395-1311Maud Marks 281-492-8592

COMMUNITYYMCA 281-392-5055VFW 281-391-4872Fort Bend Co. Court House 281-342-3411William B. Travis Building 281-342-3411Jane Long Annex 281-342-3411Harris County Court House 281-859-0685Katy Chamber of Commerce 281-391-2422

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Who Do I Call?Canyon Gate @ Historic Cinco Ranch 20422 Canyon Gate Blvd, Katy, Texas 77450Phone: 281-492-6020 Fax: 281-492-3415Visit Us on the Web: http://www.canyongateatcincoranch.com CCB PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 281-793-8938 Recreational Center 281-492-6020Canyon Gate Guard House 281-646-7906Pay Phone @ Pool 281-492-9075

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