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September 2018 OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE NORTHLAKE FOREST HOA Volume 8, Issue 9 SHOTS FOR HOLLY SLATES ANNUAL KICKOFF Flu season is around the corner, and the Shots for Holly crew is About Shots for Holly gearing up for its busiest time of the year. Cy-Fair resident Dr. Michelle Becker and a team of dedicated Founder and president, Dr. Michelle Becker, said the group’s volunteers started Shots for Holly on Jan. 31, 2014, following the annual kickoff party is slated for Saturday, Sept. 8, at Creekwood death of a friend. Forty-one-year-old Holly Munsinger succumbed to Grill, 12710 Telge Road, Cypress, Texas 77429. the flu virus. Once believed to be a virus that affects mostly children “We are thrilled to be back at what was The Shack again this year,” and the elderly, the recent flu outbreaks affect all ages. Still, less than she said. “Festivities will start 2 and run till about 5 p.m. We will 50 percent of the population is vaccinated against the flu virus. Thus, have Walgreens on-hand to administer the flu shots for us.” the Shots for Holly team built a multi-purpose platform to raise A kickoff party might seem odd for flu season, but this is the fifth awareness concerning the dangers of the flu virus, the importance year the organization has held such an event. of getting an annual flu vaccine, and provide flu shots to people in “It’s a fun way to remind family, friends and our followers that it is need. The Corporation’s mission shall be to educate the general public flu season and time to get their annual vaccine,” said Nicole Travis, on the benefits of receiving an annual flu vaccine, dispel the myths Shots for Holly treasurer. “We will have a few silent auction items inhibiting the receipt of an annual flu vaccine, facilitate the receipt and Chinese raffle items. Proceeds from the auction and raffle will of annual flu vaccinations through charitable means, and provide help us cover the cost of flu shots for those in need. charitable relief to the families, especially minor children, of persons “And, our favorite band, SoulShine, will be on-hand to provide who have passed away from flu related illnesses. Shots for Holly is a the soundtrack for the afternoon.” 501(c)(3) charity organization. In 2018, Shots for Holly was named Most health insurance plans will cover a flu shot, so attendees are the CyFair Houston Chamber of Commerce’s Nonprofit of the Year. encouraged to bring their cards. For more information, go to www.shotsforholly.org. “In the event someone is uninsured, we will help them get a flu shot,” Mary Hebert, Shots for Holly secretary, said. Flu season, which typically runs September through March, went into May this year. “It was a rough year,” she said. “There were a lot of people who caught the flu multiple times. Doctors even encouraged folks to get a second flu shot.” A TASTE OF CY-FAIR There were a record number of flu-related hospitalizations, SATURDAY September 29th 2018 according to the Centers for Disease Control. “More than 30,000 Americans were hospitalized with complications 4pm-8pm VIP Admission from the flu,” Becker said. “The number of deaths as a result was 5pm-8pm General Admission staggering, too. While the flu shot may not preclude you from getting Bridgeland, Lakeland Village Center, 10615 Fry Road, the flu, it can reduce the length of your illness, as well as lessen the Cypress, TX 77433 potential for related illnesses, such as pneumonia.” (Continued on Page 3)

NLF COMMITTEES IMPORTANT NUMBERS POOL AND FACILITIES EMERGENCY NUMBERS Chair...... TBD Poison Control ...... 1-800-222-1222 Board Liaison...... Russell McPherson NON-EMERGENCY NUMBERS LAKE AND LANDSCAPING Mark Herman Constable, Precinct 4...... (281) 376-3472 Chair...... TBD Harris Cnty Sheriff’s Office @ HWY .249 ..(281) 290-2100 Board Liaison...... Paul Rath Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Dept @ Telge Rd.....(281) 550-6663 Harris Cnty Courthouse @ Cypresswood....(281) 376-2997 COMMUNITY SAFETY Community Chair...... Charlene Dickerson GOVERNMENT NUMBERS Safety Chair...... Kelly Moore Harris County Animal Control...... (281) 999-3191 Board Liaison...... Adam Kluge Harris County Public Health & Environmental Services ...... (713) 439-6000 ARCHITECTURAL R. Jack Cagle - Community Assistance Dept. Chair...... TBD ...... (281) 353-8424 Board Liaison ...... Steve Velzis Social Security Administration...... 1- (800) 772-1213 NLF EVENTS / NEWSLETTER Department of Public Safety @ West Rd.....(281) 517-1333 Chair...... TBD Department of Pubic Safety @ Grant Rd....(281) 890-5440 Board Liaison...... Rebecca Dessenberger POST OFFICE USPS @ Spring Cypress...... (281) 373-9125 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED The UPS Store @ Spring Cypress...... (281) 304-6800 All of our committees are seeking volunteers to help continue FedEx Office @ Barker Cypress...... (281) 256-8323 making our community a fun place to be. Just a little bit of your time can go a long way. If you are willing to help, in any way, LIBRARY please fill out a “Contact Us” form on the website. Lone Star College CyFair Library Circulation Desk ...... (281) 290-3210 Northwest Branch Library @ Regency Green Drive...... (281) 890-2665 NLF BOARD OF DIRECTORS Barbara Bush Library @ Cypress Creek...... (281) 376-4610 SCHOOLS President………………………………...... Paul Rath Administrative Offices...... (281) 897-4000 Farney Elementary ...... (281) 373-2850 Vice President………………………Rebecca Dessenberger Goodson Middle School ...... (281) 373-2350 Treasurer……………………………………...... …Steve Velzis Cy-Woods High School ...... (281) 213-1800 Secretary…………………...... …………Russell McPherson UTILITIES NW Harris County MUD #10...... (832) 467-1599 Director……………………………………Adam Kluge Best Trash...... (281) 313-2378 Inframark………………………………………Michael Quast CenterPoint Energy Gas...... (713) 659-2111 Relient Energy Electricity...... 1-(855) 347-3232 If you notice a problem or have a concern about something within ...... www.powertochoose.com NLF, please complete the form on our website and bring it to the attention of the management company or Board member so that the issue can be addressed. NEWSLETTER INFO MANAGEMENT COMPANY EDITOR Inframark Rebecca Dessenberger...... [email protected] Michael Quast / Portfolio Manager All articles are due by 10th of the month to be 281-870-0585 considered for publication [email protected] ∙ www.inframarkims.com PUBLISHER Northlake Forest HOA Website: www.northlakeforesthoa.com Peel, Inc...... www.PEELinc.com, 512-263-9181 Advertising...... [email protected]

(Continued from Cover) Join us for the 2nd annual A Taste of Cy-Fair Purchase Price AFTER 9/15/18: $40 Adults, for a truly special, charity-focused culinary $20 Children (under 12 years old) event that’s second to none! This relaxed all- VIP Admissions you-can-indulge event offers tantalizing bites Purchase Price BEFORE 9/15/18: $75 Adults from over 30 local restaurants, an extensive Purchase Price AFTER 9/15/18: $80 Adults array of wines, dozens of craft beers and breweries, and more! All proceeds from the event will go to Cy-Hope to help our Cy-Fair friends and neighbors in need. 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm VIP Early Admission 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm General Admission For tickets, food and drink options, and additional event details, please visit https://atasteofcyfair.com The 2018 A Taste of Cy-Fair has a lot to offer… • 30+ participating restaurant serving delicious bite size cuisine • More than 30 different wine varietals with unlimited tastings • Beer card worth 12 tastings with more than a dozen craft beers and breweries to choose from • Music and entertainment for the whole family • Market vendors and a silent auction • Adult admissions receive A Taste of Cy-Fair tasting memorabilia glass (while supplies last) General Admissions Purchase Price BEFORE 9/15/18: $35 Adults, $15 Children (under 12 years old) DID YOU SAY

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Copyright © 2018 Peel, Inc. Northlake Forest Herald - September 2018 3 Northlake Forest KNOCK OUT CHILD ABUSE: INAUGURAL Shop ‘Til You Drop CHARITY BOXING EVENT BENEFITING Mark your calendars and join us for a fabulous day of shopping! The THE CHILDREN’S ASSESSMENT CENTER 2018 Shop ‘til You Drop Marketplace will be held on September 8th, by The PR Boutique 2018 at the Berry Center. The 2018 Shop ‘til You Drop Marketplace is a FREE event with FREE parking. Shop in the A/C, join us for Thu, September 20, 2018 lunch upstairs at our new Tea Room, and Shop ‘til You Drop! This extravaganza kicks off the holiday shopping season. Over 350 vendors 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM CDT are stocked and ready to display their wares. The Revaire The Cy-Fair Women’s Club is a 501(c)3 charitable organization. 7122 Old Katy Road Shop ‘til You Drop is our main fundraiser and all proceeds from the show fund our 2019 philanthropy, including our scholarship fund. Houston, TX 77024 We truly appreciate the outpouring of support year after year from Are you ready to rumble? Chaired by Ursaline Hamilton and our local community and our business partners and sponsors. Jordan Seff, the inaugural Knock Out Child Abuse benefiting The A huge “THANK YOU” to all of our Club Sponsors. Children's Assessment Center is a spinoff of Black Tie Boxing, a VillaSport Athletic Club and Spa | H-E-B | Bridgeland professional charity boxing match hosted by Benjamin Berg and Better Homes and Gardens – Gary Green, The Roehm Team Lou Savarese in February 2017. More than 20 amateur boxers, See you at the show!! who work in the Houston energy industry as commodity traders, STYD History brokers and executives by day, have been recruited to fight in this Our club hosted its first Craft Show in late 1990’s with just a few exclusive, one-of-a-kind charity event. Before they battle it out for vendors coming to a monthly meeting for club members to shop. We a good cause in September, the boxers will endure extensive training grew to 100 vendors in 2006 and relocated to Lone Star College Cy-Fair under the supervision and coaching of Former Heavyweight Boxing campus. After having to cancel our 2008 show due to hurricane Ike we Champion, Lou Savarese. While the men contend in 10 three-round moved again in 2009 with more vendors and shoppers than ever. Our fights, guests will roll with the punches while indulging in passed hors new and present location is the Berry Center located on Barker Cypress d’oeuvres, libations and a 4-course seated dinner by B&B Butchers and West Rd. Our event is the first major show of the fall season and & Restaurant at reserved ringside seats and tables. Outside the ring, includes almost 300 vendors with a large variety of manufactured and the fighters will also compete against each other to see who can raise handmade items including clothing, jewelry, food products, home the most funds for The CAC before the big match. Proceeds from décor, and many other unique products and services. This show has the ticket and table sales, sponsorships and donations will benefit the something for everyone and draws close to 7000 shoppers each year. Houston-based nonprofit whose mission is to provide a professional, It is truly amazing what our Women’s Club can do when we compassionate and coordinated approach to the treatment of sexually put our mind to it. We hope to see you there. Please stop by our abused children and their families and to serve as an advocate for all booth near the main entrance and visit with some of our members. children in our community. We would love to visit with you. https://www.knockoutchildabuse.com For a list of vendors and additional information, please visit www.cyfairwomensclub.org

HOUSTON METHODIST WILLOWBROOK HOSPITAL TEA & TEAL EVENT

TUESDAY, SEPT. 18 | 6–8 P.M.

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EVENT GOALS: • Build awareness of common gynecologic cancers including cervical, ovarian and uterine cancers Dr. Anne Alaniz • Recognize the signs and symptoms Gynecologic Oncology • Share prevention and screening options • Learn about detection, treatment and research breakthroughs

Giveaways • Complimentary dinner and dessert

Lindsay Lakes Banquet Center 16536 Mueschke Rd. Cypress, TX 77433

To register, visit houstonmethodist.org/events or call 281.737.2500.

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