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July 19 old Town Katy Market Days 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Second St. and Ave. B Experience Katy’s Old Town Market Days with over 25 vendors and antique shops to browse, fresh produce, plants, arts and crafts, and more! A Motorcycle show will benefit the Wounded Warriors ProjectTM. Hosted by Mystic Wonders. For information, call 281-391-1993
July 19 Katy Farmers Market Saturday, July 19, 2014 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Church of the Holy Apostles 1225 W. Grand Pkwy. S. If you’re looking for something green and fresh, stop by the farmers market in the north parking lot of Church of the Holy Apostles. The market is open every Saturday, rain or shine.
With the current housing boom, the City of Katy needs to develop land for commercial use to keep up with the demands of one of the most educated and diverse populations in the country. One of the many projects on the city's wish list is a proposed 55,000 square foot convention center and parking garage to be located on property northwest of Katy Mills at Kingsland and Katy-Fort Bend Road. “We're hoping that whole area picks up. Its right next to Katy Mills Mall," says City Administrator Byron Hebert. "The more shoppers that we have, the more service tax we have, the more economic impact for us.”
The city owns the 80 acres of land that has been used as a retention pond for Katy Mills. Over the last 15 years it has become a small, natural wetland area with vegetation and wild life that could be enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. The estimated $1.3 million two-mile walking trail surrounding the pond would be the first of many pieces of the plan that would need to fall into place to create the city's vision.
The city would need to purchase 10 of the 45 acres northwest of the pond from the land owner, the Simpkins Group, to be used for the proposed convention center and garage. Before the city purchases the land and begins construction on the boardwalk, they will need to finalize details with the developer about how the land will be used. The city hopes to work with the current owner to help develop the remaining parcel of land to be used for a flagship full-service hotel as well as a mixed use office, residential, retail, dining and a green space.
With the proximity of the Katy Prairie, there are migrating birds in the area. Kayce L. Reina, Director of Marketing & Public Relations for the City of Katy says that they are working with environmentalists to determine what vegetation should be planted to support a variety of birds and fish. The dozen or so alligators in the area shouldn't be a problem as long as people don't feed them. Texas Parks and Wildlife only removes them if they become a danger or a nuisance. If people don't feed them it shouldn't be a problem.
After some confusion when the boardwalk was originally announced Mayor Fabol Hughes released a statement denying that the boardwalk would be something akin to the Kemah Boardwalk. "The Katy boardwalk is estimated to be approximately two miles long and consists of planks of lumber built around the entire wetlands that people can walk on and admire the wildlife, etc. We intend to designate it as a park. End of story."
"It will be some type of nice walking path, suitable for walking or biking," city administrator Byron Hebert said.
Nearby residents are waiting to see how the plans will affect them. Berms were built to keep down the noise from the mall, but the new project will be just yards away from the homes.
“We are looking at the possibility of building a convention center and parking garage adjacent to the wetlands,” said Hughes, “but that’s still in early planning stages.”
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By Tom Behrens The Katy Family YMCA’s Camp Cinco, located at 15050
Cinco Park Rd (behind Creech Elementary), is not only a great summer youth camp but it’s also a shining example of what can be accomplished through cooperation and sharing with community volunteers. The 200 plus acre camp features such activities as a high and low ropes course, archery, sports, nature trails and many other indoor and outdoor activities.
Now in its ninth year, the camp is managed under the leadership of Regional Child Care Director, Shawn Harmon. One of his missions is to get the word out to the community, inviting them to come and see what a great place Camp Cinco is and how they can partner with the Y to help in its improvement and maintenance goals.
“It first really started with Exxon,” said Harmon. “They contacted us about sending some volunteers out and doing some of the work that we needed done. One of the volunteers from Exxon, who attended Kingsland Baptist, went back to his church and got Kingsland involved.”
Compassion Katy, a group of local churches which was already helping refugees from Hurricane Katrina, decided they wanted to come out and volunteer also. “Soon they were coming out more than once a year and decided that Camp Cinco would be a regular yearly event that has expanded in so many great ways,” said Harmon.
“We have some really big groups, some small groups. The Church Without Walls, the Boy Scouts, Grace Fellowship UMC, and Walmart of Sealy also comes out to help. Walmart comes out once or twice a year. Kingsland and Compassion Katy are probably two of our biggest supporters.”
Most of the work the volunteers do is general clean up and maintenance such as painting, building and maintaining hiking trails, spreading mulch and constructing garbage containers. “We have a need and people do it,” said Harmon.
Cinco Ranch Church of Christ, 6655 S. Mason Rd., is right down the road from the entrance to Camp Cinco. Aaron
Walling, the preaching minister at the church, explained that some of his church members originally became involved with the camp by doing general maintenance work. “Shawn came about three years ago to ask me if the kids at Camp Cinco could come to our church in the evenings to wait for their parents to pick them up. It’s hot, late in the afternoon and there is no air conditioning at the camp. The kids could use some relief from the heat, plus it made it easier for the parents to pick the kids up at our church than having to drive down the dusty gravel road into the camp. Logistically, it seemed like it would be a good match and it has worked out great. The Y has reciprocated by allowing our church to use the facility for different events,” explained Walling.
Oscar Gilbert, who now heads up the volunteer effort after Harmon was promoted, says there are about 20-30 volunteer groups who come out to Camp Cinco on a regular basis. “Compassion Katy comes out two different weekends each year. John Davis, the youth minister at Kingsland Baptist, brings groups that do a lot of work through the year.” For more information about the camp and its volunteer opportunities, contact Gilbert at 281-392-5055.
Steve, Alex, Logan and Brook Ingram show a little community spirit by painting structures at Camp Cinco.
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The meetings are held at St. Peter's United Methodist Church, 20775 Kingsland Blvd, in Room S201 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. with the presentation beginning at 7:00.
The Katy Market Days, July 19th, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., will be celebrating 238 years of independence. The event will start with an opening pledge led by the Katy VFW #9182, and will have approximately 25 vendors, raffles, a motorcycle show, and many local shops and restaurants that will be open. Come on out and show your support enjoy the show and get a taste of Katy hospitality while you are here.
If you would like to register to be a vendor for Market Days contact The Limited Edition at 281-391-1993 or participate in the show contact Trish at 832-265-6468 or email [email protected].
Mystic Wonders Antiques & Collectibles/Katy Market Days announced plans to donate proceeds from their upcoming motorcycle show to assist service members who have been injured in the line of duty. All proceeds from the show and other donation items will be donated to the nonprofit organization Wounded Warrior Project (WWP), and will support a full range of programs and services for this generation of injured veterans and their families.
Over 47,000 servicemen and women have been injured in the recent military conflicts. In addition to the physical wounds, it is estimated as many as 400,000 service members live with the invisible wounds of war including combat-related stress, major depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Another 320,000 are believed to have experienced a traumatic brain injury while on deployment.
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Katy ISD Board of Trustees Meeting Summary: June 2014 A Destination District By Henry Dibrell
There are many reasons Katy ISD continues to be a destination district. Among them are the strong academic and extracurricular programs, quality educators, and the District’s proactive planning for safety and growth.
It is truly rewarding to see the results of our students’ dedication, imagination and talent. During our June 23 Regular Board meeting, we were able to hear from students on the Cinco Ranch High School “CRyptonite” Robotics Team 624. The team presented their accomplishments from the 2014 season, and gave a demonstration of this year’s robot, “Sidewinder.” The commitment and leadership exhibited by these students is a testament to the quality learning experiences the District provides.
Another element that attracts residents to Katy ISD is the dedicated faculty and staff. To help recruit new teachers and retain experienced teachers, the Board approved the 2014-2015 salary schedule for teachers, making our District more competitive with neighboring school districts. As part of this plan, the base salary for a first-year teacher will increase 4.26 percent, and current Katy ISD teachers in their fifth year will receive an increase of 7.09 percent as they enter their sixth year with the District. I am pleased to share that no matter where our teachers are in the salary schedule, they will see an increase in their pay.
The Board also addressed concerns raised by community members involving the impact of a future Walmart developers have proposed to be located across from Rylander Elementary. In response to these concerns, the Board approved a letter to the Honorable Judge Robert E. Hebert to consider a prohibition of alcohol sales within 1,000 feet of a Katy ISD building. The Katy ISD Operations Department will also review and monitor safety concerns in the area and make recommendations to the appropriate local authority as needed.
As part of the District’s proactive safety and security plans, the Board also approved agreements with Fort Bend County and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center. These agreements will allow the District to provide shelter and supplies to citizens during or after a disaster, and will benefit Katy ISD students, parents and community members without a direct cost to the District.
Finally, the Board discussed planning for growth and the 2014 bond. Katy ISD Chief Operations Officer, Tom Gunnell provided an update on the Bond Committee process. After nine meetings and many long hours, the Bond Committee is drawing closer to finalizing projects to be considered for the 2014 bond package.
This coming school year, Katy ISD will operate 60 campuses, and have nearly 70,000 students. As student enrollment in the district grows and local businesses throughout the community continue to expand, I look forward to serving as Vice President of the Board of Trustees and ensuring that our District maintains its reputation for providing quality learning experiences and top-rated programs.
Memorial Hermann Prevention and Recovery Center (PaRC), in partnership with University of Houston-Clear Lake Counseling Services, will hold a free special event featuring a well-known expert in the field of substance abuse in teens and adults.
PaRC Program Director Stacie Allphin will speak about the warning signs and symptoms of drug use, practical ways to address the use, determining when to seek help, and an overview of the various levels of treatment offered for individuals in Houston. The presentation will also highlight trends in teen drug abuse and practical ways to help teenagers grow up substance-free.
The event takes place on Tuesday, July 15, 6 - 7:30 p.m. in the Student Services Building Lecture Hall at University of Houston-Clear Lake located on 2700 Bay Area Blvd. Parents, health care providers, and community members are invited.
According to National Institute on Drug Abuse, by the time they are seniors, almost 70 percent of high school students will have tried alcohol, half will have taken an illegal drug, and more than 20 percent will have used a prescription drug for a nonmedical purpose.
In today’s world, parents must also understand the dangers of designer drugs, which are most popular among high school age kids and young adults. Recently, five young people in Montgomery County overdosed on a synthetic hallucinogen sometimes called N-bomb that can cause violent behavior, increased heart rate, nausea, seizures, and even death.
The Harris County Police Department will be on hand with samples of what popular illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia look like and to answer questions.
“Substance use is a widespread issue and it’s affecting people from various age groups and backgrounds,” said Allphin. “We’ve found many people don’t know when to seek help or the options available to them. Houston is recognized for its wide variety of substance abuse programs; we want families to have a better grasp on what to do and where to turn when a loved one is facing addiction.”
Incorporating the newest medical approaches along with proven treatment models and methodologies, PaRC is Houston's premier drug and alcohol rehabilitation center for adults and teens. PaRC offers award-winning experience and deep expertise towards alcohol and drug treatment. Services include detox, residential treatment, intensive outpatient programs, family services, aftercare, 12-step meetings, and an alumni association.
PaRC is one of the few hospitals in the United States to partner with key community agencies to offer a transitional, substance abuse rehabilitation program tailored specifically for teens and young adults.
Parents and community members are encouraged to attend this free event to learn more about detecting and responding to substance abuse issues. For more information about Memorial Hermann PaRC, visit http://parc.memorialhermann.org.
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Intermediate Microsoft Word ClassOn Saturday, July 12 at 1 p.m., the Maud Marks Library
will be going beyond the basics of how to use Microsoft Word. This class is a three-parter which will continue Friday, July 18 at 3:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 26 at 10 a.m. Participants are encouraged to sign up for all classes. Basic keyboard and mouse skills are required.
Please call the Maud Marks Library at 281-492-8592 for more information and to register.
Bird WatchingOn Tuesday, July 15 at 7 p.m., the Katy Prairie
Conservancy will be at the library to teach us all about the bird native to the Katy area and others you will often see around town. Join us as we become expert bird watchers this summer.
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 the library at 281-492-8592 or by visiting the library.
DIY DatabasesOn Tuesday, July 22 at 7 p.m., the Maud Marks Library
will be hosting a one-time introduction to our DIY databases. Learn more about our Chilton’s database, Small Engine Repair Reference Center, Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center, Home Improvement Reference Center, and more.
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 the library at 281-492-8592 or by visiting the library.
E-Books: Hands on HelpNever buy an e-book again. Instead, come to the library
on Tuesday, July 15 at 10 a.m. to learn how to download to your device. Just let us know which device you own when you call to register and don’t forget to bring it with you to the class. Please call the Maud Marks Library at 281-492-8592 for more information and to register.
Green Thumb Gardening SeriesThe Master Gardeners of Harris County bring their
Green Thumb series once a month where they discuss various topics unique to gardening in the Houston area. July 19 at 10 a.m., learn all about fall vegetable gardening. Seating is extremely limited for this class. Please call the Maud Marks Library at 281-492-8592 for more information and to register.
Afternoon Adventures: Ice Cream in a BagI scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream.
On Monday, July 14th at 1:30 and 3 p.m., school aged children ages 6-11 will be able to make their very own ice cream. All necessary materials are provided.
Afternoon Adventures are free programs for children aged 5-11. All children must have their hand stamped for entry. Hand stamping begins 30 minutes before each program. Children must be able to sit alone. Parents are not allowed into the program.
The Apple iPadOn Tuesday, July 22 at 1 p.m., you are invited to bring
your iPad and follow along as the Maud Marks Tech Team shows you how to make the most of your new tablet. Learn how to operate your iPad, explore some of the powerful built-in apps, and learn how to download additional apps, music, and more. This class is designed for new users of all iPad formats.
Please call the Maud Marks Library at 281-492-8592 for more information and to register.
Family Film FestivalBring the whole family out to the family film festival this
summer. Every Friday at 1:30 p.m. a different mystery film complete with popcorn will be shown. On July 11, a former baseball player coaches a little league team.
We will continue July 18 when a cropduster with a fear of heights competes in a round the world flying race.
For more information contact the Maud Marks Library at 281-492-8592.
Microsoft PowerPoint ClassCome to the Library on Tuesday, July 22 at 10 a.m. to learn how
to design and create a digital presentation that can really impress your audience. This class is designed for intermediate computer users; familiarity with Microsoft Office products is required. Basic keyboard and mouse skills are required. Seating for this is extremely limited. Please call the Maud Marks Library at 281-492-8592 for more information and to register.
Sushi Demonstration Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch
Library will present a Japanese sushi-making demonstration on Saturday, July 26, beginning at 2:00 p.m., in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy.
Carl Rosa, founder of the Sushi Club of Houston, will demonstrate the art of making sushi rolls. Learn about the Japanese culture and discover facts and little-known secrets about sushi while enjoying a mouth-watering demonstration.
Rosa is a sushi instructor and also serves as the Director of the Japan-America Initiative, a Houston-based organization dedicated to increasing awareness of the Japanese culture.
The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call the branch library at 281-395-1311 or the library’s Public Information Office at 281-633-4734.
E-Reader Q&ADo you have a new Kindle or Nook™, but you’re
not sure how to use it? Are you shopping for a mobile reading device, and would like more information on the different options? Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will have an E-Reader Question-and-Answer session on Wednesday, July 23, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., in Conference Classroom 1 of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy.
Library staff will be available at this come-and-go session to answer questions about different types of e-readers, using the library’s online digital library, and downloading e-books.
The session is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required. For more information, call the branch library at 281-395-1311.
Savvy StitchersSavvy Stitchers is a place to share ideas, to learn new
knitting and crochet techniques or to teach someone else a new skill. Don't miss out on the weekly fun!! The next meeting is on Thursday, July 17th at 4:00 p.m. Make sure to bring your needles and yarn. For more information call 281-550-0885.
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revolutionizing the world! On Friday, July 18th from 1:00-3:00 p.m. the Katherine Tyra Branch Library will host a class designed for beginner computer users - attendees must be comfortable surfing the World Wide Web. For more information call 281-550-0885.
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revolutionizing the world. On Friday, July 18th from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. the Katherine Tyra Branch Library will host a class designed for beginner computer users - attendees must be comfortable surfing the World Wide Web. For more information call 281-550-0885.
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19th at 10:00 a.m. This craft is recommended for adults. Supplies are limited. First come, first served. For more information call 281-550-0885.
Fort Bend County Libraries will host a free family movie series this summer at the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library, 8100 FM 359 South in Fulshear, in July. The “Monday Night Movies @ the Library” series will feature a variety of movie genres, from animated family films to science-fiction thrillers.
The special feature on Monday, July 21, is a recently-released animated adventure film set in a world made up of plastic, interchangeable toy blocks. Thought to be the “most extraordinary person,” Emmet is an ordinary construction worker who is recruited to join a quest to stop the evil tyrant, Lord Business, and save the universe. This movie is rated PG. Showtime is 5:00 p.m., in the Meeting Room of the library.
The movies are free and open to the public. Complimentary popcorn and refreshments will be served. Pick up a free ticket at the door for a door-prize drawing. The libraries’ licensing agreement for public showing of films prohibits them from releasing the name of the movie outside of the library. For more information about the featured movies, call branch library (281-633-4675) or the libraries’ Public Information Office (281-341-2677).
Free Family Movie Series A variety of family movies will be shown, free of
charge, each week on Mondays at 6:00 p.m., and on Fridays at 12:30 p.m., in the Meeting Room of the library.
On Monday, July 14, beginning at 6:00 p.m., the special feature is a recently-released animated film based on a children’s book written by Judi Barrett. This film is rated PG. The movie will be shown again on Friday, July 18, beginning at 12:30 p.m.
On Monday, July 21, beginning at 6:00 p.m., enjoy an animated family comedy in which the evil wizard Gargamel creates a couple of mischievous Smurf-like creatures called “the Naughties” that he hopes will let him harness the all-powerful, magical Smurf-essence. This movie is rated PG. The movie will be shown again on Friday, July 25, beginning at 12:30 p.m.
The libraries’ licensing agreement for public showing of films prohibits them from releasing the name of the movie outside of the library. For more information about the featured movies, call the branch library at 281-395-1311 or the library’s Public Information Office at 281-341-2677.
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Summer is here, which is the perfect time to help the Katy Prairie Conservancy (KPC) with its Great Grow Out (GGO) program, a citizen conservation project involving scouts, schools, garden clubs, families, and individuals. GGO is expanding its efforts for 2014, and individuals of all ages can participate.
“People may not know that bees and monarch butterflies are rapidly vanishing from our ecosystem,” says Christine Mansfield, conservation education specialist with Katy Prairie Conservancy and coordinator of GGO. “Native grasses, wildflowers and shrubs are critical to the survival of these amazing creatures, along with many other types of wildlife on the prairie, as they provide food, water and shelter.”
With seeds provided by KPC, folks from kindergarteners to retirees can grow and nurture native plants at home that will directly benefit our insect and animal friends. Plants will be used in restoration projects on the Katy Prairie, as well as at local pocket prairies and the Prairie Builder Schools and Parks program.
KPC will be distributing seeds for the Great Grow Out now through September. You can select which seeds you would like to plant from a list on the GGO web page, where instructions for the project are provided. Contact Mansfield at KPC at [email protected] or 713-523-6135 to request seeds.
Currently, KPC has American Basketflower, Rattlesnake Master, Rosinweed, Silver Bluestem, and Texas Coneflower seeds available for the Great Grow Out. Volunteers provide water, soil, pots, and time during the “grow out” period . “Another benefit of the program is that we encourage our growers to keep some plants for their yard or garden to invite butterflies and other colorful native pollinators to their home habitat," says Mansfield.
After a few months of growing, the plants are returned to the Katy Prairie Conservancy for future replanting. Volunteers can choose to participate in various planting days on the Katy Prairie or at a public park or a local school.
“What an excellent opportunity for people to become fully invested to help enhance prairie conservation in the entire Houston region,” says Mary Anne Piacentini, executive director of the Katy Prairie Conservancy. “This is a project that can be done at home, requires minimal maintenance but tender care, and yields tangible benefits for our environment. It is also an excellent educational experience for children outside of the classroom.”
The Katy Prairie Conservancy is a nonprofit land trust dedicated to preserving an ecologically vital tallgrass prairie and associated wetlands area on Houston's far west side for the enjoyment and benefit of all.
Katy Prairie Conservancy Invites Public To Participate In The “Great Grow Out”
Texas Swim Academy was pleased to participate in the World's Largest Swimming Lesson, June 20, 2014. It is a world wide event to raise awareness for the importance of swim lessons and water safety.
Last year, the record was over 35,000 kids world wide participating in a simultaneous swim lesson. More than 40,000 kids were registered to participate this year. The attempt will be verified by Guinness World Records. 45 people participated in the Texas Swim Academy event. Texas Swim Academy is a full service learn to swim facility located in Katy, Texas.
Katy Chamber of Commerce President, Ann Hodge and Ron Consolino of SCORE Houston served as the official witnesses to the event.
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With the World Cup futbol33 taking the headlines the last couple of weeks, another football has been going on—7-on-7 high school football. Tournaments have been going on all across Texas this summer. At the Cinco Ranch tournament, Cinco Ranch clinched a spot in the state tournament with a 32-6 semifinal victory against Mayde Creek and edged Bellaire 8-7 for the tournament championship.
To be eligible to play in the Adidas Texas 7-on-7 State Championship a team must finish either first or second in one of the tournaments.
Representing Katy are Katy, Cinco Ranch and Seven Lakes High Schools. Cinco Ranch was the state champion in 2002 and Taylor finished second to Tyler Lee in 2004.
Spartan head coach, Lydell Wilson says 7-on-7 gives a chance for the kids to play during the summertime and build camaraderie together. “It gives the quarterbacks and receivers a chance to try to get on the same page throwing the passing routes, but it also allows our defensive backs and linebackers a chance to cover some athletes.”
Seven-on-Seven is not a UIL sport and does not allow the regular coaching staff contact with a 7-on-7 team, although coaches can sit in the end zone at games and observe their players. “Playing and coaching is strictly voluntary,” said Pat Dowling of Katy ISD Athletics. “Players can’t be required to participate. They might be encouraged to do a lot of things over the summer to get themselves prepared for the season, but it’s all strictly voluntary.” The coach for the Spartans 7-on-7 team is Shane Hibbeler.
Coach Hibbeler explains that 7-on-7 is a lot of passing and defense against the pass. “We try to use most of the Seven Lakes’ offense and defense so that they can get some experience before the season starts, to get the kids reps in the off-season.”
Typically your starting 7-on-7 offense is your typical skill position players from the fall team—running back, receivers and tight ends. “We are going to run the ball, throw the ball. It gives you a snapshot of the personnel,” said Hibbeler.
By Tom Behrens
Alan Sims is training to set a new Masters record for the USA in the long jump for his age group. He is 50 years old. The current record is 21 feet, 3/4 inch. His longest jump this year is 20 feet, 8 inches. In 1987 he set the record for his age group at 25 feet, 7 inches...”many years ago and a lot of pounds lighter,” said a chuckling Sims.
He also runs track, earning gold medals in 100 and 200 meters.
Track and Field records are nothing new to the Katy resident. In 2006 he finished first in the Indoor Nations Long Jump. In 2008 he was the World Masters Long Jump champion. He calculates it will probably be in September in Louisiana when he will take a shot at the record. “I have been coaching my daughter’s track team and haven’t had time to get to a meet myself.” His 13 year old daughter Mia is a sprinter running the 100, 200 and 400. His 16 year old son, Akili throws the discus. Does mom also compete in track and field? “No,” said Sims. “She’s just a track and field mother.”
Sims says his track career began when he was nine years old when he ran for Missouri City Middle School. While at Willowridge High School he was an All American long jumper. He didn’t run track or long jump in college, choosing to concentrate on his education. In 1987 one of his friends from high school was training with the Houston Elite track club. “I knew the coach and I started training with the Elite,” said Sims. In 1988 Sims met the B standard for the Olympic trials long jump.
Besides coaching his daughter’s track team, he practices three days a week either after work or on the weekends. What’s his attraction to the long jump?
“I just realized at an early age I was blessed with a talent. It’s just being able to succeed, be able to show my kids that you can accomplish anything you put your mind to. That’s what drives me every day.
“The most important thing to be successful in track is that you have to be disciplined, stick with the workouts, watch what you eat, especially now that I am older, and trust your training. Proper nutrition is important. You can’t eat at McDonalds all the time. You have to realize that you’re not going to have overnight success. It comes with hard work and staying the course. Track and field has put discipline in my life and allowed me to accomplish things in my life in my work and athletics.”
7-On-7 Football: Katy, Cinco Ranch and Seven Lakes Playing For State ChampionshipBy Tom Behrens
Photo provided by Shane Hibbeler
“We try to give them the playbook from the fall, but there are alternate routes and other things we use in 7-on-7 that won’t work in the fall”.
Hibbeler says he’s excited about what he sees in the Spartans. “Last year we had challenges put in our path. This team is more dynamic, more athletic than last year. I think the fans will see a different team from an offensive perspective. We’ve got talented receivers who didn’t play
last year, who will play this year.“On defense, we return most of our players. We are
faster than we were last year. We are really excited. This will be the second year the kids are in a certain system, important so they can understand their assignments.”
The State Championship games will be played July 10-12 at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, 3101 Harvey Road, College Station, TX, 77845.
Seven Lakes Spartan 7-on-7 team will play in the State Championship at College Station July 10-12.
He Wants To Set A New Long Jump Record
Josh May is the new girls’ varsity basketball coach this coming school year at Mayde Creek High School. He replaces Stephen Reese whose Ram team last year finished the season at 6-22. The last over .500 season was the 2010-11 season when the Rams went 22-11 overall. May is moving from an assistant coaching position at Westside High School, (HISD). While working with head coach Troy Gillespie, the Wolves finished in first place in 5A Region III District 20 with a record of 11-1 and 25-8 overall.
May played varsity basketball for three years at Glen Rose High School in Glen Rose, TX. From there he went on to Texas A&M University, but did not play basketball. The 26 year old has been an assistant coach at Westiside High School for the last three years.
May stated there were two reasons he moved from Westside – a chance to move up to a head coaching job, and the challenge that the Mayde Creek girls’ basketball program presents. “For the last couple of years the girls’ program has suffered a little bit of a setback and I wanted to come in, meet the challenge, change
some things around, and see if we can’t get the team back on the right track as far as being more competitive.”
His plan: Instill a competitive spirit and solid defensive play.“The Rams had a tough season last year, going 6-22, but I
have been able to see some of the kids and see what I have to work with. I think we have a lot of talent moving forward. I think the biggest thing that I’m going to bring is just instilling a competitive spirit into the girls and getting them to play to their maximum effort. I found that we have good size and great athleticism.”
Besides focusing on instilling a competitive spirit, May also plans to focus on the defensive side of the game and teach fundamentals. “I plan to start there and work my way out, focus on the fundamentals. As we get more successful with the fundamentals and we get the maximum effort out of the girls, we can do something special. Each player will be evaluated to see what we have. I am trying to build a brand that the Mayde Creek community can be proud of, come and support the girls as they play hard and compete.”
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Stop by the Katy Contemporary Arts Museum at 805 Avenue B in Downtown Katy on July 19 and 20 from 1 - 5 p.m. Relax and listen to our local music talent. Bring your own chair. Live music by: Boundless Productions on Saturday and Sam Perez on Sunday. For more information 832-857-1340 or email [email protected].
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Delicious fried fish, superb hushpuppies and “to die for” designer fries were the order of the day at the Katy Elks Lodge when the Youth Committee, under the direction of Chair Kelly Minnick and co-chair Matthew Minnick, held its first Semi-Annual fish fry Sunday, June 29. Previously this had been an annual event in January each year but by adding a June event to the offerings, it has now become semi-annual with the intent to be
able to provide more and better scholarships to Katy’s young people.
If you missed Sunday, plan now to be at the January event. Your support goes directly to the community in the form of scholarships which are presented each May during National Elk Youth Week.
The Katy Elks thanks each of you who were able to attend. If you could not be present but would like to donate to this
important endeavor, please contact Kelly through the lodge (281-392-2763) or send a check to her attention with youth Scholarships on the memo of the check (Katy Elks, 1050 Katy Fort-Bend Road, Katy, 77493).
One of the previous scholarship winners, Sydney Anderson granddaughter of Elk Wayne Harper, was present to assist with serving additional tea, more food and provide a friendly atmosphere for diners. This is only one thing that reinforces the Elk motto: Elks Care – Elks Share!
Elks Fish Fry Benefits Local Youth Scholarships
Open StudioBeginning on July 15th,
Katy Contemporary Arts Museum will offer Open Studio every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tables, chairs and water are provided, artists bring everything else.
KCAM members can purchase a 6 month Open Studio membership for $99 and a 1 year membership for $175. Walk-ins are welcome at $10 per session. For more information, go to www.katycam.com or call 832-857-1340.
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The next meeting of the Cinco Ranch Night Readers book club, on Thursday, July 17, beginning at 7:00 p.m., in the Conference Classroom, at the Cinco Ranch Branch Library, 2620 Commercial Center Blvd. in Katy. The book to be discussed is “The Language of Flowers”, a novel written by Vanessa Diffenbaugh.
For more information, call the branch library at 281-395-1311.
The Just Desserts Mystery Book Club will meet on Wednesday, July 16th, at 2 p.m. We will be reading “Along Came a Spider” by James Patterson. You are encouraged to bring your favorite dessert to eat while we discuss whether our villains get their just desserts. For information, call 281-492-8592.
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The Fulshear Night Readers Guildwill meet on Monday, July 28th beginning at 6:30 p.m., in the Meeting Room of the library. The book to be discussed is “City of Thieves”, written by David Benioff. For more information, call the branch library at 281-633-4675.
The next meeting of the Fulshear Book Club will take place on Monday, July 21st beginning at 12:00 noon, in the Meeting Room of the library. The book to be discussed is “Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness”, written by Susannah Cahalan.
For more information, call the branch library at 281-633-4675.
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ASSEMBLY OF GODEl Shaddai Asambela De Dios5610 Lilac Street • 281-391-8839 Peter & Estela Pinon, Pastors
Family Life Assembly of God1012 S. Mason Road • 281-392-0637Albert Cortez, Pastor
Journey Church541 Pin Oak Road • 281-391-3326Jeremiah Hill, Pastor
ANGLICANThe Cathedral of St. MatthiasDiocese of Mid America4142 Dayflower • 281-463-2304
Grace Anglican CommunityWoodcreek Elementary School1155 Woodcreek Bend Lane. 713-557-8684Rev. Robert Henson, Pastor
BAPTISTAlief Baptist Church of Katy906 Avenue A. • 281-530-6893
Antioch Missionary Baptist Church655 Danover • 281-391-2263Tyrone Freeman, Pastor
Bridgewater Baptist ChurchFranz Elementary2751 Westgreen Blvd • 281-578-0970Michael Thompson, Pastor
Central Baptist ChurchMayde Creek2855 Greenhouse Road • 281-492-2689Larry Maddox, Pastor
The Church at Katy3750 N. Fry Rd. • 281-725-4097Hopscotch DaycareDr. Michael Taylor, Pastor
El Buen Pastor Baptist Church 24525 Clay Road • 281-391-5040 Robert Garay, Pastor
First Baptist Church Katy600 Pin Oak • 281-391-1100Dr. Randy White, Pastor
Good News Baptist Church Of Houston 2502 Katy Hockley Cut-Off 281-391-9199Virgil Yehnert, Pastor
Kingsland Baptist Church20555 Kingsland Blvd281-492-0785 • 281-492-Note
Parkway Fellowship27043 FM 1093 • 281-391-6673Mike Mcgown, Pastor
Redeemer Community Church24201 Cinco Ranch Blvd 281-371-2156Mitch Maher, Pastor
Riverbend Baptist Church26700 Fm 1093 • 281-346-2279John C Crowe, Pastor
Second Baptist Church West Campus19449 Katy Freeway • 713-465-3408Dr. Ed Young, PastorTri-County Baptist5715 Peek Road • 281-371-3900Rick Shrader, Pastor
Trinity Baptist Church 10000 Spring Green Blvd. • 281-579-6724Josh Guajardo, Pastor
Westland Baptist Church1407 Grand Pkwy South • 281-392-5099Roy Meadows, Pastor
Westfield Free Will Baptist3635 N. Fry Road • 281-578-7851David Ferguson, Pastor
Westside Baptist Church3883 Lakes of Bridgewater281-492-3448Rev. Richard D. Butts, Pastor
CATHOLICEpiphany of The Lord Catholic1530 W. Norwalk Dr. (Nottingham) 281-578-0707Rev. Tom Lam
St. Bartholomew Church5356 Eleventh St. • 281-391-4758Rev. John Kha Tran, Pastor
St. Edith Stein Catholic Community3311 N. Fry Road • 281-492-7500Rev. Ryszard Kulma, Pastor
CHRISTIANFirst Christian Church (Disciple Of Christ)22101 Morton Road • 281-492-2693Rev. Heather Patriacca Tolleson
Current-A Christian Church26600 Westheimer Pkwy • 281-395-4722Darren Walter, Minister
CHURCH OF CHRISTChurch Of Christ Katy5438 5th Street • 281-391-7606
Cinco Ranch Church Of Christ6655 S. Mason Road • 281-579-3100Aaron Walling, Minister
Fleetwood Church Of Christ15936 Katy Fwy • 281-492-1219
EPISCOPALChurch Of The Holy Apostles1225 W. Grand Parkway South 281-392-3310
St. Paul’s Episcopal5373 Franz Road, Katy • 281-391-2785Rev. Christopher Duncan
LUTHERANCrosspoint700 S. Westgreen • 281-398-6464Bill Woolsey, Pastor
Living Word Evangelical-Lutheran3700 South Mason Rd • 281-392-2300
Memorial Lutheran - Missouri-Synod3rd Street & Avenue D • 281-391-0171John Davis
Victory Of The Lamb Wisconsin Synod20351 Cinco Ranch Blvd @ Peek Rd. 281-395-0544Nathan Buege, Pastor
METHODISTCrossbridge United Methodist Church23720 Seven Meadows Parkway 281-726-3622
First United Methodist Katy5601 Fifth Street • 281-391-2121Marlin Fenn, Sr. Pastor
Grace Fellowship United Methodist Church2655 S. Mason • 281-646-1903Jim Leggett, Pastor
Holy Covenant United Methodist22111 Morton Road • 281-579-1200Danny Wayman, Sr. Pastor
St. Peter’s United Methodist Church20775 Kingsland Blvd. • 281-492-8031Dr. Pat Sparks, Pastor
The Commons at Katy 28727 N Firethorne Rd • 832-535-0250Woltman Elementary Gary White, Pastor
MORMONChurch Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints1928 Drexel • 281-391-0687 281-391-5439
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints1603 Norwalk • 281-578-8934 Bishop Scott Bauer
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints - Nottingham Country Ward281-578-8930
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints 9950 South Mason • 281-398-7796
NAZARENEWestside Church Of The Nazarene3434 Fry Road • 281-492-0234Rev. Kent Schwamberger, Pastor
NON-DENOMINATIONALAll Around Cowboy Church5812 Crosstree Lane, Sealy 979-885-1155
Believers’ World Outreach Church2100 Franz Rd. • 888-334-2962Tommy & Rachel Burchfield, Pastors
Church Of Christ In Katy5458 East 5th St. • 281-391-7606
Church Of The Rock433 S. Barker Cypress • 281-599-9777Jorge H. Cardenas, Pastor
Creekside Community ChurchMeeting @ Woodcreek J.H.S. 713-705-4878Tim Douglas, Pastor
The Empowerment Center20910 Park Row • 281-578-3535David Roberson, Pastor
Faith Manger Church20701 Kingsland Blvd. • 281-578-2550David L. Brown, Pastor
Faith West Church2225 Porter Road • 281-391-LifeGarry Kerr, Pastor The Fellowship At Cinco Ranch29420 Cinco Ranch Blvd. 281-395-3950Jerry Edmonson, PastorFellowship Bible Church1507 Katy Flewellen Rd. • 281-646-1084Don Griffin, Pastor
Hosanna!17700 Clay Road • 281-345-1182James P. Bell, Pastor
Kainos Community Church19946 Saums Road • 281-599-1473Joe & Yolanda Herron-Palmore, Pastors
Katy Bible Church2500 Avenue D • 281-391-7284 Ron McDonnel, Pastor
Katy Community FellowshipMeeting AMC 20 In Katy Mills Mall281-391-0099 • Tim Barker, Pastor
Katy Vineyard6161 S. Fry Rd. • 281-579-3433Alexander Elementary
Kindred Spirit Christian Fellowship22025 I-10 WRamada Limited Hotel, Room 306 281-855-3402Rev. L. R. Furr, Pastor
Life Church2610 Greenbusch • 281-395-5433Lee Brockinton, Pastor
Living Way Katy Church3506 Porter Rd. • 281-391-2273www.Livingwaykaty.orgWade Cashion, Pastor
New Horizons Word Of Faith Church906 Avenue A (Chapel) • 281-391-6770Eddie L. Stallworth-Cherry Jr., Pastor
Northwest Believers Church5423 E. Fifth Street • 281-829-8985Larry Conner, Pastor
Powerhouse Christian Center1818 Katyland Road • 281-391-0095G. F. Watkins, Pastor
Resurrection City Church Of Katy5819 10th Street • 832-332-4687 Dr. Blanchard Layton, Sr., Pastor
The Waters Church2710 North Mason Rd. • 281-398-4030Clint Paschall, Pastor
PENTECOSTALKaty Pentecostal Church2120 Katy Hockley Cutoff • 281-391-1010Dr. John E. Howell, Pastor
The Pentecostals Of Katy1941 Westborough • 281-829-1175Rob Mckee, Pastor
Trinity Apostolic Faith Church5900 10th Street • 281-391-3310Dr. Phillip & Jill Clements, Pastors
PRESBYTERIANCornerstone Evangelical Presbyterian1351 S. Mason Road • 281-391-579-1080Rev. Carter Sanger, Pastor
Grand Lakes Presbyterian6035 S. Fry Road • 281-646-7500Rev. Dean Pogue, Pastor
New Hope Presbyterian1350 N. Mason Road • 281-492-8520Rev. Dr. Belinda C. Windham
Christ Church PCA10818 Gaston Road • 281-392-0002Rev. Fred Greco, Sr., Pastor
S E V E N T H - D A Y ADVENTISTSeventh-Day Adventist Church1913 East Avenue • 281-392-5603Richard Devost, Pastor
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A small engine repair shop and landscaping company looking for Experienced Mechanic. Must have at least 2 years experience preferable more, must be knowledgeable on ordering parts and must have own transportation. If interested call 281-599-0144.
The Katy-Brookshire Ducks Unlimited chapter meets the first Tuesday of the month at Midway BBQ. Their next Fundraiser is September 18, 2014, at Midway BBQ and will include a Prime Rib Dinner, games, raffles and live auction, which will feature the President’s Top 100 Gun, a Webley-Scott 12 g. Side by Side. Tickets and Tables are available in person by visiting Myriam Slingerland at Enterprise Bank or online at www.katyducks.info
For more information about Ducks Unlimited in Katy, please contact Jason McKey, Regional Director, at 281-676-8278.
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Hurricane season is here once again, and many people along the Texas Gulf Coast have been affected by these damaging storms over the years, in one way or another. Fort Bend County Libraries, in conjunction with the Fort Bend Historical Commission, would like to record these memories and experiences, and is seeking people who are willing to share their story.
An “Oral-History Fair” will take place on Saturday, June 28, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, at George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond. Appointments will be set up in advance so that people can arrange a specific time for their interview. Please call at your earliest convenience to arrange an appointment time.
Representatives from the library and volunteers from the historical commission will conduct the individual interviews, which will take approximately 20-30 minutes each and will be recorded on audiotape. After the interviews have been done, the recordings will be transcribed and archived by the Fort Bend Historical Commission.
The person being interviewed will have an opportunity to review and approve their story after it has been transcribed, in case there is any clarification they would like to add. Quotes from the interviews may be used in an upcoming exhibit at the Fort Bend County Museum.
“The interviews will be about the impact that Gulf Coast hurricanes have had on our lives and on our communities,” says Megan Moore, Adult Programming Manager for Fort Bend County Libraries. “If your life has been impacted by a Gulf Coast hurricane, if you moved to Fort Bend County because of a hurricane evacuation, or if you have an interesting story to share about surviving a hurricane, we would love to record your story!”
To set up a time to be interviewed, contact Megan Moore before June 28 at 281-344-3880 or email [email protected].
Library Seeks Hurricane Memories
Mary Jo Peckham Park for All Children located at 5597 Gardenia in Katy offers many activities for the whole family. These classes combines aerobics and muscle conditioning.
Cardio Stability Ball - Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. & Thursdays @ 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Zumba - Tuesdays @ 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (HC & KCL residents, call Tuesday starting at 7 a.m. for reservations, other counties call Tuesday starting at 10 a.m.)
Dance Fusion - Saturdays @ 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. (HC & KCL residents, call Friday starting at 7 a.m. for reservations, other counties call Friday starting at 12 noon.)
Cardio Classes at Peckham
The Taylor High School Band continues the tradition of a community parade starting at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 16. The 325-member band will march through surrounding neighborhoods from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Donations will be accepted in addition to pledges. For a minimum donation of $150, the band will provide a personal concert of songs chosen by the individual houses or cul-de-sacs along the route (a list of songs will be provided online). Contact JET March-A-Thon Chairman Holly Meredith at [email protected] for a personal concert. Visit www.jetband.org for more information and the parade route.
JET March-A-Thon
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