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The Katy News • May 28 and May 29 Typhoon Texas Will Be Holding Its Grand Online, Go to Www Get SkinnyVolume 27 | Number for 6 Spring! www.TheKatyNews.com April 15, 2016 | FREE t DYNAMIC TRIM WEIGHT LOSS SYSTEM FROM CHIRO DYNAMIC AUTO ACCIDENT? HURT? Get SKINNY for Summer CALL ATTORNEY MIKE! $ .00 395 Reg $495.00 Includes 30 Days of 713.439.7005 Meal Replacement * FREE CONSULT * NO PAYMENT UNTIL RECOVERY www.dynamictrim.com SERVING KATY AREA Dynamic Trim: 281-578-0606 MIKE VADIE ATTORNEY AT LAW 20501 Katy Freeway, Suite 130 Katy, TX 77450 Community Libraries Reflect On Transformations During Katy Loses Business Leader, t Events National Library Week, Apr 10-16 George Hamilton Purvis In recognition of National Library Week, sessions in which students accessed this George Send Calendar April 10-16, Fort Bend County Libraries online resource’s real-time live tutoring, Hamilton Purvis listings to: (FBCL) joins communities around the skill-building activities, writing lab, or test passed away on [email protected] country in celebrating the dynamic changes center. Wednesday, April that are happening in today’s libraries. Libraries have transformed from sedate 6, 2016, at the This year’s theme, “Libraries Transform,” institutions into creative and engaging age of 65 years. APRIL 16 captures the evolving role of libraries as community centers where diverse groups He was born on 3rd Annual Literary & August 31, 1950, Fine Arts Festival & well as the difference that libraries are of people come together for common Parade making in the lives of the people they purposes, to share ideas, to collaborate in San Antonio, SummerFest serve. using new technologies, or to gain Texas, to Eugene 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. In the past 68 years since the Fort Bend information from classes. Hamilton Purvis Cinco Ranch Library County library system was founded, “Service to the community has always and Ruby Irene 2620 Commercial Center libraries have become much more than been the focus of the library,” says Library Berryhill Purvis. Blvd. just a selection of books, a card catalog Director Clara Russell. “Libraries level George proudly Book Character Parade with drawers full of index cards, and a the playing field for people of any age served our country through LaCenterra. Live quiet place of study. Today’s libraries who are seeking information and access to in the U.S. Navy. musical performances, petting embrace technology and online access to technologies that will improve their quality On July 3, 1981, zoo, face painting, food trucks, digital media such as ebooks, music and of life.” he married first response vehicles and streamed movies, while still maintaining Libraries are many things to many Ramona Gail more. Parking and shuttles their connection to traditional books and a people. By keeping abreast of the needs “Mona” Sanchez available at Cinco Ranch High in Fredericksburg, Photo Courtesty Katy Area School. More information simpler time. and interests of the diverse populations in Chamber of Commerce. Photo at www.allaboutkaty.net/ In 2015, library patrons checked out Fort Bend County, FBCL strives to provide Texas. He has credit Country Park Portraits. summerfest.html or www. more than 3.3-million physical books, books, resources, services and programs been a Katy fortbendlfafp.com. DVDs and CDs, while others opted for the that are reflective of the unique and varied resident since newer digital format, downloading more communities in the area. Whether by 1981. George oversaw the construction of the Cinco APRIL 23 than 111,000 audiobooks and ebooks from offering ebooks and technology classes, Ranch Church of Christ, and was also a former Deacon Katy Wild West Brew the libraries’ online offerings. The libraries’ materials for English-language learners, at the church. He was a former Katy ISD School Board Fest 2016 Hosted by new digital collection of streamed movies/ programs for job seekers, or homework member, Katy Water Board member, a board member Katy Rotary Club of TV episodes and downloadable music also help, libraries and librarians listen to the of the Katy Area Chamber of Commerce, and was a Texas took off, with more than 8,000 selections people they serve, and they respond. Beachbody coach certified in P90X training. George was 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. checked out in the initial year. For more information, see the Fort Bend also on the board of Governors American Association Katy Mills Mall The online homework-help service County Libraries website, www.fortbend. for Laboratory Accreditation, and the National Institute 125 brewers and 400 continues to be well used by students of all lib.tx.us, or call or visit the library branch for Certification of Engineering. Further, he was brews available to taste. ages. In 2015, there were more than 114,000 nearest you. a Committee Chairman of the American Concrete Food, Live Entertainment. Institute Lab Certification, and was the past president of Free Parking. Tickets available at www. the America Society of Certified Technicians. wildwestbrewfest.com/ He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 35 years, Ramona “Mona” Purvis of Katy; daughter, Catherine APRIL 3O Sabin of Cypress; granddaughters, Ashley Sabin of Sip n Stroll Katy and Victoria Sabin of Cypress; great grandchild, 5-8 p.m. Rhiley Correia of Cypress; as well as other loving Villagio Town Center family members and a host of friends. 22756 Westheimer Pkwy A memorial service was held on Saturday, April 9, Admission Charge 2016, at the Cinco Ranch Church of Christ, with Mr. This event sells out. Wine, Phil Pettey officiating. Beer, Gourmet nibbles. VIP Those wishing to make memorial gifts may do so options. For tickets go to to the Wounded Warriors Project, 2200 Space Park www.sipandstroll.com/ Drive, Suite 100, Houston, TX 77058, or The Gideons International, P.O. Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214- MAY 1 0800, or any charity of your choice. Kids Ultimate Fitness Challenge Condolences may be expressed at www. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. SchmidtFuneralHome.net. Cullen Park - 19008 Funeral services were held under the direction of Saums Rd Schmidt Funeral Home, 1344 W. Grand Parkway South, Kids of all ages get the Katy, Texas 77494. opportunity to flex their physical fitness sprinting, jump roping, wall crawls, hurdles, jumping jacks, Upcoming City of Katy sit ups and more. Xtreme gaming fun for all ages. Street Closures: FREE. For information, go • April 23rd the Dahl Team Properties will be holding their Grand to http://bit.ly/25PtsuB. Opening and Second Street between Avenue C and Avenue D will be closed for the event. The event will be from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. th th To See The Katy News • May 28 and May 29 Typhoon Texas will be holding its Grand Online, go to www. Opening Celebrations. Star Lane between Katy Mills Circle and TheKatyNews.com and click Katy-Fort Bend Road will be closed from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on the Archive tab at the Fort Bend County Libraries has seen many changes over the years, including the top of the page. It’s FREE. automation of the card catalog. The old card catalog with drawers and index cards • June 10th the City of Katy will be holding the Grand Opening of No Subscription Required. was replaced by an online catalog, which can now be accessed by any mobile the New City Hall. A portion of Avenue C between Second Street Enjoy your community news device with an Internet connection. Many books are now available in electronic and Third Street and a portion of Second Street between Avenue from your phone or computer format as well as the traditional paper version. Movies can be streamed from the B and Avenue D will be closed between 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. any time. library’s website, and books and music can be downloaded remotely as well. Page 2 |April 15, 2016 The Katy News Volume 27 | Number 8 KATY JAZZ Texas’ Largest RV & Boat Dealership 2016 FESTIVAL Houston’s #1 Google-Rated Dealership april 29-30 r katy, tx Join Us For & FEATURED CONCERTS BY THE YELLOWJACKETS, Pamela York Trio, The Grand Opening MSM Jazz Orchestra, and many more! for tickets & more information: Of Our New Location KATYJAZZFESTIVAL. COM 29029 Katy Freeway / Katy, Texas 77494 Thursday, Friday & Saturday April 28th, 29th & 30th 8:30am – 6:00pm Summer is JustAround the Corner Spin to Win C O U P O N Carpet Cleaning: A Sabre 365MB 5th Wheel 3 rooms Carpet Steam Cleaning or only $99.99 Includes: pre-treatment, deep clean, rinse and deodorizer. A Blue Wave 2200 Pure Bay Valid through 4/30/2016, no other coupons or discounts valid. 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