The Official Newsletter of Grand Lakes

February 2019

Important Numbers pg.3 Teenage Job Seekers pg.10 School News pg.12 Library News pg.17 Recipes pg.22

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April 2019 - due 2/20 May 2019 - due 3/20

GRAND LAKES NEWS CONTACT PMG AT 713-329-7100 TO GET YOUR NEWSLETTER It’s that time of year again. It is time to declare your love for your sig- nificant other on Valentine’s Day. How will you express that love? The easiest way is to follow the crowd. Leading up to February 14th, sales of cards, chocolates and flowers will go through the roof! After all, nothing says “love” like a 10-dollar greeting card, a box of assorted chocolates and a dozen roses. Showing our love towards those who deserve it is an art and, like any art, it takes a good deal of practice. For one thing, people respond to love in different ways. Some like to hear words, some need to see loving behavior and others respond best to gestures. Love does not always come in the form of words. Many times, love can be expressed through actions to your significant other. And, as the saying goes, actions speak louder than words. Showing someone you love them holds more weight than a simple one liner of “I Love You.” Many people say these three magically words, “I love you” and expect their partner to feel the same feeling. In order to give love to someone you speak your partners primary love language. The five primary love languages are: Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Receiving Gifts, Acts of Service and Physical Touch. Finding the right language is the key to helping a person feel loved in the relationship. We all want and need love and we all want to receive love in the same way we give it. However, we need to learn our partner’s “love language” and speak it daily. Questions/ comments: email - Carla Brownlee at [email protected].

We’re family helping families! HOA BOARD MEETINGS Grand Lakes monthly Board meetings takes place every 4th Monday of Christy, Linda & Courtney Wade - An Award Winning Family! the month at 5:30 PM at the Seven Meadows Clubhouse located at 23610 Seven Meadows Parkway, Katy, TX 77494. Log on to wwwgrandlakeslife. Christy Wade Linda Wade Courtney Wade McEachern Sales & Marketing Specialist Broker Associate Sales & Marketing Specialist com for up to date meeting information as dates are subject to change. REALTOR® Relocation Specialist REALTOR® Please check Grandlakeslife.com under Upcoming Events for HOA Board 832.483.0630 281.728.7999 832.752.2670 for meetings date changes as they changed often in 2018. All residents of [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Grand lakes are invited to attend the HOA Board meetings each month. Whether you’re interested in buying or selling, Homeowners are encouraged to attend the monthly meetings to hear you deserve a team that puts your interests first... important updates or projects that will occur or happen in Grand lakes. We’ll be there for you! We’ll listen and take the time Homeowners can also voice their concerns to their elected HOA Board to find out what’s important to you and your family. Members about deed restrictions, community facilities that are in need of repair or anything else you would like to see your elected HOA Board When you contact us, we’ll develop a marketing strategy that helps you achieve the results YOU want ... a better bottom line members address or resolve. with the least inconvenience to you and your family. NEWS AND FEEDBACK FROM HOA BOARD Please consider down loading TownSq at https://app.townsq.io/associa/ signup and download the app on their smartphone. This will allow the ©2012 Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC. A Realogy Company. All Rights Reserved. Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated. Better Homes residents to view information for their property and general information and Gardens, the Better Homes and Garden Real Estate logo are registered service marks owned by Meredith Corporation and licensed to Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC. besides the www.grandlakeslife.com website.

2 February 2019 | Grand Lakes Community Newsletter The feedback from the Board recently was to have the section of the CC&R’s re- garding lot maintenance in the newsletter every month. Article XI. Section 17. Lot Maintenance.

Section 17. Lot Maintenance. The Owner of each Lot shall maintain the same and adjacent street right-of-way and the improvements, sod, trees, hedges and plantings thereon, in a neat and attractive condition. Such maintenance shall include regular mowing, edging of turf areas, weeding of plant beds, fertilizing, weed control and watering of the turf and landscape areas on each Lot. Diseased Attention homeowners in Grand Lakes: Best Trash offers or dead plants or trees must be removed and replaced within a reasonable time. garage door service pick up! Best Trash will pick up your On front lawns and wherever visible from any street, there shall be no decorative household trash only at your garage door. Place your trash appurtenances placed, such as sculptures, birdbaths, bird-houses, fountains out in trash bags or trash cans (between 30 and 50 gallons or other decorative embellishments unless such specific item(s) have been approved in writing by the New Construction Committee or the Modifications in size) and must be accessible and visible near your ga- Committee. The Association or Declarant shall have the right, after ten (10) days’ rage. We are not able to go behind gates, so please make notice to the Owner of any Lot, setting forth the action intended to be taken by sure your garbage is not behind a gate. All other trash, the Association or Declarant, provided at the end of such time such action has such yard waste and heavy trash, has to be placed at the not already been taken by such Owner (i) to mow or edge the grass thereon, (ii) curb for collection. All trash needs to be out by 7 AM on your to remove any debris therefrom, (iii) to trim or prune any tree, hedge or planting collection day. This is not a new service or product offered that, in the opinion of the Association or Declarant, by reason of its location to Grand Lakes homeowners. We pay extra for this service or height or the manner in which it has been permitted to grow, is detrimental to the enjoyment of adjoining Property or is unattractive in appearance, (iv) to through our HOA dues and many homeowners do not take. repair or stain/paint any fence thereon that is out of repair or not in harmony, with respect to color, with fencing on adjacent Property and (v) to do any and all things necessary or desirable in the opinion of the Association or Declarant to place such Property in a neat and attractive condition consistent with the intention of this Declaration. The person who is the Owner of such Property at the time such work is performed by the Association shall be personally obligated to reimburse the Association (or Declarant, as the case may be) for the cost of such work within ten (10) days after it is performed by the Association or Declarant and if such amount is not paid within said period of time, such Owner shall be obligated thereafter to pay interest thereon at the maximum rate allowable by law and to pay attorney’s fees and court costs incurred by the Association in collecting said obligation and all of the same to the extent performed by the Association shall be secured by a lien on such Owner’s Lot, subject to liens then existing thereon. Such lien shall be enforceable as any other Assessment lien as provided in this Declaration.HELPFUL NUMBERS FOR GRAND LAKES GRAND LAKES - COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS POLICE/FIRE SCHOOLS Emergency Numbers.... ***911*** www.katyisd.org COMMUNITY EVENTS Fire Department (Emergency) 281-498-2800 KISD Administration 281-396-6000 WINTER FESTIVAL / HALLOWEEN EVENT/ EASTER EGG HUNT/ JULY 4th EVENT Fire Department (Non Emergency) 281-498-1310 Fort Bend Co. Sheriff 281-341-4665 KISD Transportation 281-396-7560 Alexander Rae Elementary 281-237-7100 GARAGE SALE Utilities/Post Office/FT BEND CO. Beckendorf Junior High 281-237-8800 NEWSLETTER Carla Brownlee [email protected] CenterPoint Energy 713-659-2111 Seven Lakes High School 281-237-2800 WOMAN’S ASSOC. Garima Dasgupta [email protected] Reliant energy 713-207-7777 Miller Career Center 281-237-6300 email:[email protected] www.katyisd.org GL GATOR’S SWIM TEAM Reliant energy light outage 713-207-2222 David Garrett [email protected] Municipal District Services ( MDS) LIBRARIES FT. BEND CO. LOST & FOUND PETS Lisa Lambert 281-392-5792 GL’s MUD # 1,2 & 4 contract with MUD Services (MDS) to Katy/Ft. Bend Mini-Branch 281-395-1311 https://m.facebook.com/Grandlakes4Pets/ operate the GL public water and sewer utilities Cinco Ranch Library 281-395-1311 PLAY GROUPS VOLUNTEER NEEDED George Memorial 281-342-4455 CRIME WATCH GLEN GESOFF [email protected] 24-Hr Repair Hotline -Water Leaks/Sewage Stoppages Maud Smith Marks 281-492-8592 281-290-6503 Billing/Payment/Customer Care 281-290-6507 GRAND LAKES BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEDICAL Consolidated Comm.(west of Peek) 1-866-989-2255 Methodist West Hospital 832-522-5522 Glen Gesoff Dennis Wang AT & T (east of Peek) 1-800-464-7928 Texas Childrens Hospital West 832-227-1000 Carlos Ortiz Collin Pier Best Trash 281-313-2378 Fort Bend Co.Health Dept. 281-342-6414 Richard Powell (Pick up Mon. & Thurs.) (Thurs.-Recycle) Street Lights - not working 713-207-2222 Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital 281-392-1111 www.grandlakeslife.com 1-800-332-7143 Houston Methodist St. Catherine Hospital 281-599-5700 or www.centerpointenergy.com/houston> Memorial Hospital 713-932-3000 Association - Principal Management Group of Houston Comcast 713-341-1000 11000 Corporate Centre Drive, Suite 150, Houston, TX 77041 DPS Katy 281-391-4872 Phone: 713-329-7100 Fax: 713-329-7198 Katy & Park Row Post Offices 1-800-275-8777 NEWSLETTER: Dept. of Public Safety 713-465-8462 For Commercial Ads contact: Emergencies can be reported after hours and on weekends by calling Poison Control 1/800/222-1222 Krenek Printing Co. 281-463-8649 713-329-7100, the emergency on call manager can assist you. Ft Bend Co. Animal Control 281-342-1512 www.krenekprinting.com 7102 Glen Chase Ct. Fax: 281-463-2425 Contact Andrew [email protected] COMMUNITY Houston, Texas 77095 Contact: Erica Morgan [email protected] Katy Family YMCA 281-392-5055 Email: [email protected] Fort Bend Co. Court House 281-342-3411 Contact:Judi Simon- [email protected] [email protected] Please contact them with Grand Lakes questions or concerns. Katy Chamber of Commerce 281-391-5289

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4 February 2019 | Grand Lakes Community Newsletter GRAND LAKES MUSCOVY DUCKS 郝利霞注册会计师 • Muscovy Ducks usually live for 7-8 years; however they can live up to 20 years or more if they have access to good nutrition and don’t fall victim to an accident or predation. • The males can be very aggressive towards other birds. They are often observed in fights, using their claws, wings and beaks. They will chase away other males and pursue unwilling females in order to forcibly mate with them. The dominant male may even force himself on other males, particularly when the females are busy brooding eggs or raising their ducklings. This being said, they are generally quite friendly with people. • Muscovy’s communicate with one another by wagging their tails and Local Utility Rebates Now Available

raising and lowering their heads at one another. Same-Day Service • Unlike other ducks, Muscovy’s don’t swim much as their oil glands are quite under-developed compared to other duck species. However, they still fly (low flight mostly), swim and walk fairly well. TACLB019260E • Unlike other ducks, Muscovy’s don’t swim much as their oil glands are quite under-developed compared to other duck species. However, they HEATING • AIR CONDITIONING still fly (low flight mostly), swim and walk fairly well. $ * • Muscovy’s graze like geese. NEW A/C & HEAT SYSTEM as low as 78 a month * $78 MONTH BASED ON LOAN AMOUNT OF $6501 FOR A 2 TON 16 SEER SYSTEM, 7.9% APR. WITH APPROVED CREDIT. CALL FOR DETAILS. Source: www.beautyofbirds.com/muscovyduckfacts.html CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER OFFER. EXPIRES 2/28/2019 Call Anytime! 281-492-3450 myACandHEAT.com FEBRUARY OBSERVANCES & FUN FACTS FREE ESTIMATES on New Equipment FEBRUARY IS OBSERVED AS: • Black History Month • National Children’s Dental Health • American Heart Month • National Wise Health Consumer • Parent Leadership Month

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Grand Lakes Community Newsletter | February 2019 5 A.A.A. Tree Services GrandWELCOME Lakes TO AnnouncementsGRAND LAKES! & Landscaping CONTACT PMG at 713-329-7100 FOR YOUR NEWSLETTER! 925 South Mason Rd. P.M.B. 239 Katy, TX 77450 281-798-5224 GRAND LAKES VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE SEARCH [email protected] Grand Lakes is seeking volunteers for the Green Committee (Charter • Tree Removal 15% OFF available on website), Event Coordinating Committee, Beautification Any Service Committee, Pool Committee and Deed Restriction Committee. If you • Tree Trimming With this ad. express interest in any of these committees, please contact custom- • Palm Tree Trimming [email protected] at your earliest convenience. Please visit Grandlakeslife.com for more information. • Stump Removal Fence • Lots Cleaned Up Installation Special • Landscaping Designs GRAND LAKES GREEN COMMITTEE: • Flagstone & Paver Patios COMMITTEE PURPOSE & MEMBERSHIP • Sod Replacement The Green Committee’s purpose is to assist the Board in fostering a culture of environ- mental sustainability within the Grand Lakes neighborhood, common facilities and/ • Sprinklers Repair or common properties. The Green Committee Charter can be found on the documents • Fence Installation & Repair section of the website. Formed in 2016, current membership can be found on the Board • Mulch & Committee Members page. • Monthly Packages • Drainage System WHAT WE’RE CURRENTLY WORKING ON: We are currently working on some revitalization of the Grand Lakes Community Garden (12 raised beds across from the Barn Park), ideas to reduce litter and ways to ‘green’ our community events. We look forward to continuing to utilizing the survey and resident feedback to further guide us in deciding how best to serve the Grand Lakes community. Want to help or get involved, contact the committee members (Leigh Anne Goerland, Teresa Huddleston and Julie Bush) at [email protected].

GRAND LAKES WILDLIFE COMMITTEE The Wildlife Committee (the “Committee”) is established as a standing committee and shall assist the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of the Grand Lakes Community Association, Inc. (the “Association”) in the management of all issues associated with the wildlife in the lakes and on the grounds within the neighborhood, common facilities and/or common properties. Want to learn about wildlife concerns or issues in Grand Lakes please email the committee members (Stephen Lucas, Pedro Rodriquez, Cecil Jones, Susan Gray, Gopi Sivasubramanian, Pete Konyndyk, William Clister) at [email protected].

GRAND LAKES WOMAN’S ASSOCIATION Join your neighbors, make new friends and have fun with GLWA! Let’s share a special tradition you and your family celebrates. Or we could bring a photo of our family and share a story! Or discuss a book we are reading or a project we are working on! Let’s meet and have fun. For details contact me - [email protected]. Also, please visit our Facebook page and join us: www.facebook.com/pages/Grand-Lakes-Woman-Association/282953398525854.

GRAND LAKES WOMAN’S GROUP FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS A great way to get to know your neighbors, make friends and share stories from our diverse backgrounds. We meet once a month for breakfast or lunch in the home of one of our great ladies. Please email Esperanza Tafallo for more information at [email protected]. Always there for you! Discount Fence Company $30 off “When a good job really matters.” MPL#40815 any Job Water Heaters • Drain Problems Over $95 Residential and Commercial Fences Faucet Installation & Repair • Wood Privacy Fences Gas Test • Water Leaks & Much More • Chain Link Fences Low Price Guarantee No Job Too Big 35+ Years Experience • Fence Repairs or Too Small 832-890-8449 Licensed & Insured • Insured and Bonded Daniel Burgess FREE ESTIMATES [email protected] • Free Estimates www.tonysplumbingtx.com • Tree Trimming (Certified Arborist) 832-378-2337

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22430 Grand Corner Dr. Katy, TX 77494 Located at the northeast corner of the Grand Parkway and Westpark Tollway. GRUPO DE SEÑORAS DE HABLA HISPANA DE GRAND LAKES BASHANS PAINTING Es una gran manera de conocer a sus vecinas, hacer nuevas amistades y compartir nuestras historias. Nos reunimos una vez al mes a desayunar & HOME REPAIR o almorzar en casa de una de nosotras. Por favor llame o pase un correo & HOME REPAIR a Esperanza Tafallo al [email protected]. • Interior & Exterior Painting • Wallpaper Removal • HARDI PLANK ® Installation Installation • Custom Texturing GRAND LAKES WEBSITE/EMAIL • Sheetrock Repair • Pressure Washing Log onto www.grandlakeslife.com for the latest and greatest about the • Cabinet Painting • Fence Repair/Replacement Grand Lakes community. The website is available for all Grand Lakes • Wood Replacement • Garage Floor Epoxy residents. Click “Join Our Mailing List.” Messages are sent only with • Interior Carpentry • Custom Staining items of interest to the community. • Crown Molding • Roofing • Faux Painting • Gutter Repair & Replacement COMMUNITY BIKE RACKS • Faux Painting • Gutter Repair & Replacement Grand Lakes’ residents are advised to lock up bikes when utilizing NONo MONEYmoNey UPup FRONTfroNt community parks and facilities. Bike racks are installed in various areas 25+25 Years Years Experience Experience • • References References Available Available throughout the community. COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIALCommerCial/residential FIRST-COME FIRST-SERVE COMMUNITY FACILITIES - FREEFree ESTIMATES-estimates- Grand Lakes’ facilities are available at first come first serve basis. These [email protected] facilities include, but are not limited to: Tennis Courts, Park areas, * *FULLY FULLY INSURED INSURED * * Town Square gazebos/sitting areas, Greenbelts (walk and bike trails), FULLY INSURED Community lakes, etc. The facilities CANNOT be reserved for any reason. Contact PMG PMG for further details. 281-347-6702 office 281-731-3383 cell NO POSTING SIGNS AT MAIL BOXES We accept all major credit cards NO signs and letters are to be posted by on Grand Lakes’ mail box stations. Contacts listed on the signs will be charged to have the signs removed by a vendor. Contact PMG for all community issues and contact Winter Specials on New Equipment Installs Krenek Printing for advertising in the Grand Lakes’ newsletter. • Annual GRAND LAKES “TRAILS” - NO MOTORIZED VEHICLES, Maintenance EXCEPT FOR MOBILITY ASSISTANCE VEHICLES Programs For the safety of Grand Lakes residents, do not operate go-carts, motor- • All repairs ized recreational scooters, three or four-wheelers or cars on walking/ jogging trails, lake bridges, sidewalks, park and play areas, greenbelts guaranteed and all open common grounds. Mobility assistance vehicles, like power 281-394-0028 • Serving area wheel chairs are exempt from this notice. Free estimate or 2nd opinion since 1994

A Condonn Conaco o Amca License TACLB 24777E and Insured GRAND LAKES “FISH” Grand Lakes has a strict CATCH & RELEASE policy. Only “barb-less” $25 off hooks are allowed to prevent injuring fish that are caught and returned. FREE 0% Interest Please use care when handling fish and gently return them to the water any Wi-fi thermostat financing available as quickly as possible. Trotlines or other non-standard fish-catching repair w/ equipment purchase tools are forbidden. Expires 2/28/19 Expires 2/28/19 WAC Expires 2/28/19 IdealAirServices.com GRAND LAKES “LAKES” - USE OF ANY WATERCRAFT AND SWIMMING ARE PROHIBITED ON COMMUNITY LAKES This includes kayaking, canoeing or any form of pleasure boating. The use of remote controlled water toys is okay. Community lakes are for neighborhood beautification and approved shoreline fishing.

RECYCLING NEWS FOR GRAND LAKES Our community recycling company, Best Trash, accepts glass and Sty- rofoam! It takes approximately 1 MILLION YEARS for glass bottles to decompose and Styrofoam containers - over 1 MILLION YEARS! Let’s Roof Leaking? ALL try to recycle - with curbside pick-up, so there are no more excuses! Specialized in Roof Repairs RECYCLING CENTERS NEAR YOU! Our Family Trade Since 1945 The Ft. Bend County Recycling Center in Rosenberg (just 10 miles away), • Whole Roofs & Roof Repairs accepts glass/bottles, Styrofoam and other items. Visit the Ft. Bend Co. • Seamless Gutters & Downspouts government website www.co.fort-bend.tx.us for information. • Wall Flashing 281-391-8257 • Soffit & Fascia www.callenroofing.com Green Arrow Recycling located in Katy, west of Katy High School accepts • Skylights & Chimneys • Window Replacement WE FIX IT RIGHT paper, plastics, aluminum, electronics, cardboard and other recyclable ma- • Other Difficult Repairs THE FIRST TIME! terials and welcome residential drop offs. Visitgreenarrowrecycling.com.

8 February 2019 | Grand Lakes Community Newsletter STREET LIGHTS GRAND LAKES PET LOST & FOUND ON FACEBOOK! If you happen to notice streetlights that may not be burning or the Be sure to check out the Facebook pages for pets lost and found in pole is leaning, you can contact CenterPoint Energy directly at their our area: www.facebook.com/GrandLakes4Pets. If residents “like” this customer service department at 713-207-2222. The information you page, they will receive even more info regarding pets for adoption, as will need prior to contacting them, is the actual pole number; a six-digit well as those found and lost. number that is on a plate located on the pole itself and the address nearest to that particular pole. KEEP YOUR PETS ON LEASHES For the safety of all Grand Lakes residents, please keep pets on leashes PARKS, TOWN SQUARE AND COMMON AREAS when walking in the community EVEN IF YOU FEEL YOUR PET IS HARM- IN THE COMMUNITY LESS. Important Animal Services Information from Fort Bend Animal In the community of Grand Lakes, there are several common areas for the services at www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/ residents to enjoy. These common areas are restricted to residents for in- health-and-human-services/animal-services. dividual and family use and for community events. It is important that we do not abuse these areas with events other than the activities mentioned. Please remember: • All dogs and cats are required to be registered and licensed with Fort The homeowners association maintains all of these areas so if there is Bend County Animal Services. All licenses are for 1 year only and must any damage to these areas the community pays for it. Thank you for be renewed annually. your cooperation in keeping our community beautiful. • Leash laws are in place for both cats & dogs in the county and must be restrained according to the Fort Bend County Animal Control Reg- GRAND LAKES LADIES TENNIS ulations, Section III. • Rescue Organizations must be designated as a 501 (c) organization. Tennis teams of all levels are looking for players. For more information about tennis teams and leagues that play in Grand Lakes, please contact If you do come across a loose pet or a pet that may be lost, try to take Suzanne Brice. Cell phone #: 713-203-5168, [email protected]. in the pet temporarily to your home if you can and immediately email the Grand Lakes Pets Lost and Found: [email protected].

FORT BEND COUNTY “LEASH LAW” Animal control authorities are permitted to enter your Property to patrol and remove pets. Pets must be registered, licensed and inoculated as required by law.

As a dog owner, you are responsible for the control of your dog. If your dog is one that ‘makes objectionable noise,’ you must make every effort to respect your Neighbor’s right to their ‘peace and quiet.’

When your dog is not in your yard, it is imperative that you keep your dog on a leash at all times. While your dog is friendly to you and your family, imagine the GRAND LAKES PET ANNOUNCEMENTS consequences if it were to harm someone while it was ‘roaming free.’

GRAND LAKES DOG PARK Please respect other resident’s right to walk the common area ground without Grand Lakes dog park is located in the southeast corner of Grand fear of attack from an unleashed dog. Lakes: from south Fry Road go south on Rainwood Park Drive, left at Central Park (Grand Brooks Lane), left on Emily Park, left on Grand- Laws are written to ensure that owned animals are confined to their property wood Lane, then right on Calico Crossing. The park and parking lot or kept on a leash to free a community of unrestrained and free-roaming is on your right toward the end of the street. animals. Although most dog bites occur on the property where the dog lives, unrestrained or free-roaming dogs do pose a substantial threat to the public. In addition, unrestrained animals are at increased risk of being bitten by rabies SCOOPAGE PET POOPAGE infected wildlife. Enforcement of restraint laws is essential in enhancing the It may not be a fabulous way to walk, but please have courtesy to animal control program’s efforts to reduce the risk of rabies in our community. please scoop when your pet poops during your walks. Throughout the community trails, you will find areas to toss your pet’s poopage LICENSING OF DOGS AND CATS and in some areas, there are also bags. Carry your own grocery bags The primary benefit of licensing animals is identification, - you’ll be recycling at the same time! Many of your neighbors work should that animal become lost. Licensing also: hard with their lawncare and landscaping. Come with a scooper • Ensures that rabies vaccination are current. and a recycled grocery bag or anything else. Picking up after your • Allows for quick identification in case of a bite incident. pets shows your respect for every Grand Lakes homeowner and our • Provides revenue to offset the administration costs of the beautiful community. Pet feces damages lawns and many residents animal control program. are working hard to maintaining their grass! VACCINATION Rabies vaccinations are a prerequisite for licensing dogs and cats because GRAND LAKES PET LOST & FOUND they are an important control measure for the public health threat of rabies. Do you have pets, love animals and want to help your neighbors In addition to protecting pets, rabies vaccinations provide a barrier between who have pets? Grand Lakes has a Pet Lost & Found service, which infected wild animals and humans. helps reunite lost or found pets with their families. To receive pet To make a complaint or report an animal that is not properly “amber” alerts, please email Lisa at [email protected] and restrained please contact: ask to be added to her list. If you ever find a lost pet or lose one of Fort Bend County Animal Control - 1210 Blume Road - your own you’ll be glad to have this service at your fingertips. Rosenberg, TX 77471 - 281-342-1512 - [email protected].

Grand Lakes Community Newsletter | February 2019 9 GRAND LAKES TEENAGE JOB SEEKER’S LIST esign Reodeling If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage job seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www.krenek- www.DesignsWithYouInMind.com printing.com, click submissions and choose Jobseekers) with your name, birthdate (mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will graduate and Licensed Registered the name of your newsletter/subdivision. Check the list of jobs you want Interior Designer Builder on your form. Please make sure your email is correct, we send emails in the summer to make sure all the info is still good and that you want to stay on the list. If we do not hear back from you after 3 tries, we will remove you from the list until we do. Must have parent(s) permission.

DISCLAIMER Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those listed on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out references if you do not personally know those listed. This is just a list of teenagers from the subdivision who wish to find part time jobs. Responsibility for any work done by these teenagers is between those seeking helpers and the teens and their parents.

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FREE 1st lb. Freon (R410 only) 1/2 Priced Condenser Coil Cleaning 1 Yr. Warranty On Parts Changed We Value Your Business All Brands Serviced Local Neighborhood Company HEAT Fast Personalized Service COOL We Will Heat & Cool Your Castle! COMMUNITY HEROES - VOLUNTEER BE AN EVERYDAY HERO Volunteer firefighting is one of the most rewarding experiences you’ll ever have. Community VFD offers free fire training and volunteering is a great way to make a difference personally while having a positive impact in your community. Volunteers can fight fires, drive apparatuses, extract patients from vehicles at accidents scenes and etc.

Community VFD also provides emergency medical services (EMS) and provides opportunities for individuals with a Texas EMS certification to serve their community.

Visit www.communityvfd.org or email Chief Steve Fowler at [email protected].

10 February 2019 | Grand Lakes Community Newsletter Grand Lakes Community Newsletter | February 2019 11 Education/School News KATY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT IMPORTANT DATES th WWW.KATYISD.ORG February 15 - Early Dismissal - Campus Professional Learning February 18th - District Professional Learning Day - Student Holiday

L-R: Shelley Carpenter with Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union Jacob Anderson with AXA Advisors reading and Kristin Abel with Yoga West reading at Bryan Elementary School. at Shafer Elementary School.

OVER 250 KATY ISD ELEMENTARY CLASSES BENEFIT FROM PROMISE TO READ In November, 130 guest readers represented by 50 area businesses and community members across Katy brought the love of reading to 274 Katy ISD classrooms during Promise to Read. This annual initiative is part of a 21-year-old tradition led by Katy ISD’s Partners in Education. Promise to Read affords the community a unique opportunity to reacquaint themselves with the world of children’s literature by spending 30 minutes reading to a classroom of excited elementary students. Each November, the program is offered over the course of two weeks at various elementary campuses.

This year’s Promise to Read was hosted at Alexander, Bryant, Golbow, Holland, Fielder, Katy, Shafer, Sundown, West Memorial and WoodCreek elementary schools. Host campuses rotate each year so that, over a four-year period, every Katy ISD elementary has an opportunity to participate.

“Promise to Read has become a treasured community event thanks to hundreds of devoted community volunteers, many of whom join us every year and our Katy ISD host campuses,” says Janet Theis, Katy ISD’s Executive Director of Community Partnerships. “Promise to Read continues to open the door for our business community to embrace and inspire the love of reading and share that magic with classrooms across the district.”

About Katy ISD Partners in Education - Through programs like Promise to Read, Katy ISD Partners in Education creates school-support opportunities for parents, businesses and the community by offering a wide variety of options amenable to every schedule, talent and expertise. We bring volunteers into Katy ISD classrooms at each campus and all grade levels. To learn more, visit Partners in Education under the “Community” tab at www.katyisd.org.

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CINCO RANCH HIGH CINCO RANCH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT AWARDED THANK YOU FOR GIVING PRESIDENT’S VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD TO KATY ISD FOOD FOR FAMILIES! Cinco Ranch High School Sophomore, Kyna McGill, has been awarded Together, our Katy ISD community raised $37,500 for Food for Families. the President’s Volunteer Service Award! The President’s Volunteer Grocery gift cards were distributed to students this week. Service Award (PVSA) is the premier volunteer awards program, en- couraging citizens to live On behalf of all our campus principals, counselors and the entire district, a life of service through we thank you for your generous contribution and making it a brighter presidential gratitude season for 750 Katy ISD students in need this year. and national recogni- tion. By volunteering more than 100 hours ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY MODIFICATIONS over the past 12-months for organizations such APPROVED FOR NEW JUNIOR HIGH as the Girl Scouts and With the construction of Junior High #16 set to be completed just in Mensa, Kyna earned the time for the 2019-20 school year, Board of Trustee members considered highest honor of the Gold and discussed attendance boundary modification (ABM) options, which medal. Kyna is president would address the fast growth taking place in the southwest quadrant of of the Gulf Coast Mensa Katy ISD. During the December Regular Board meeting, Trustees approved teen group, an active Option #1 which can be viewed on the Attendance Boundary Modification supporter of FIRST (For website www.katyisd.org/abm/pages/abm-2019-2020-JH16.aspx Inspiration and Recog- nition of Science and “Thanks to the voter approved November 2017 Bond, Junior High #16 will Technology) through open in August of 2019,” said Chief Operations Officer Lee Crews. “Junior mentoring, training and High #16 will open near capacity enrollment and provide population relief workshops and is part to Tays, WoodCreek and Seven Lakes junior high schools,” added Crews. of the Cinco Ranch High School CRyptonite (624) After careful consideration, Option #1 was determined to be the best FIRST Robotics Compe- long-term solution for balancing Junior High enrollment in the southwest tition (FRC) leadership quadrant of Katy ISD. team.

Grand Lakes Community Newsletter | February 2019 13 Back Row (L-R): Adley Marsh, Maggie Letson, Siya Patil, Alexis O’Leary, Mikaela Fleener, Isabella Machado, Savannah Holcomb, Hailee Hauck, Delaney Waid, Sammie Clewett, Sarah Jeffries, Eve Morris and Katelyn Meszaros. Middle Row (L-R): Lexi Wilson, Kirsten Kahanek, Ashley Zuniga, Claire De Albuquerque, Caitlin Furley, Sarah Stout, Maria Santana and Abby Cawthon.

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14 February 2019 | Grand Lakes Community Newsletter Top Row (L to R): Zoey Barker, Sarah Adams, Katherine Graham, Allison Polnac, Angela Piasecki, Catherine McCoy, Elissa Balke, Kailee Moon, Ashley Ayers, Annaliisa Watne, Madison Royer, Reagan Fitzgerald and Mara Bousleiman. 2nd Row (L to R): Tess Gazaw, Sara Clifton, Alexia Diermeier, Gabriela Walter, Taylor Brooks, Samar Srouji and Michelle Henneke. 3rd Row (seated L to R): Leah Skelton, Abigail Boyce, Jordyn Malloy, Abigail May and Sydney Routon. Photo by Laura Chiles Photographer. National Charity League. Inc., Katy Chapter Honors Senior High School Class National Charity League (NCL) Katy Chapter has recognized the Class of 2019 for their service and contributions to the community on January 12, 2019. The mission of NCL, Inc., is to foster mother-daughter relationships in a philanthropic organization committed to community service, leadership devel- opment and cultural experiences. The Class of 2019 has contributed 7,029 volunteer hours to local philanthropies - including Neighborhood Kidz Club, The Ballard House/Cinco Charities, Katy Christian Ministries, Houston Methodist West Hospital, Citizens for Animal Protection and Clothed by Faith. The chapter believes that the experience of giving back to others helps strengthen the mother-daughter relationship and sets the stage for a successful future.

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Grand Lakes Community Newsletter | February 2019 15 16 February 2019 | Grand Lakes Community Newsletter Library News

FORT BEND COUNTY LIBRARIES (FBCL) CINCO RANCH BRANCH LIBRARY (FT. BEND CO. LIB.) Public Information Office - 281-633-4734 2620 Commercial Center Blvd., Katy, TX 77494, 281-395-1311, www.fortbend.lib.tx.us Hours Mon. 12 Noon - 9 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 9 PM, Wed. 10 AM - 6 PM, Thurs. 10 AM - 9 PM, Fri. 12 Noon - 5 PM, Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM, Sun. Closed.

FAMILY READING WINTER CHALLENGE To register online for any classes at the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click January 28th-March 2nd on “Calendar,” select “Cinco Ranch Branch Library” and find the program. Participants This five-week program is designed to encourage may also register by calling the library at 281-395-1311 or by visiting the library. families to read, learn and have fun together. Families participate in the program by reading books, logging SPECIAL EVENTS the number of minutes they read and earning virtual • MATTER OF BALANCE: A FALL-RISK PREVENTION SERIES - Fridays, February 1st- badges. All Fort Bend County families are eligible to March 22nd, 1-3 PM, Meeting Room. Courtney Bryant, Family and Community Health participate. Families who complete the program by County Extension Agent, will demonstrate strength-building exercises to help older reading for a total of five hours collectively (300 min- adults increase their balance and reduce the risk of falling. utes total per family) are eligible to receive a book bag • INCOME-TAX-PREPARATION ASSISTANCE - Mondays, February 4th-April 15th, 1-5 PM, for the family and will have their named entered into Meeting Room. Representatives from the AARP will provide free income-tax-preparation a drawing for a $50 dining gift card, donated by the assistance for low-income taxpayers. Patrons should bring the following information Friends of the Library. Each branch library will have a to the session if possible: photo ID; Social Security card(s) for self, spouse and all de- drawing for the gift card on March 4th. A single regis- pendents; last year’s tax return; W-2, 1099s and any other compensation received in tration is required for each participating family. Upon 2018; unemployment compensation statements; and any other documents that are registering, families will then have their own online necessary to complete your return. This service is free and open to the public on a first- page on which to record their reading time. An adult come, first-served basis. Income-tax forms will no longer be available at the libraries, (parent or guardian) is asked to register the family on- but patrons may use the libraries’ computers and printers to download and print out line by going to the library’s website (www.fortbend.lib. the forms from the IRS website, www.irs.gov, during regular library hours. A library tx.us) and clicking on the “Family Reading Winter Chal- card is needed to use the printers and the cost to print is 10¢ per black-and-white page. lenge Sign-Up” image. Families may also register and • THE LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS - Thursday, February 7th, 6:30-7:30 PM, Multi-purpose log reading time by downloading the free Beanstack Room. Library staff member Alison Allen will talk about the meanings of different flowers Tracker app to their mobile device from the Apple App and the history of how people have communicated with each other with flowers. Those or Google Play stores. Fort Bend County Libraries and attending the program will have an opportunity to create their own secret message the Family Reading Winter Challenge appear as options by arranging flowers in a tussie mussie posy. Materials for the program are provided when the program started on January 28th. Registration through the generous support of the Friends of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library. Reg- may also be done by visiting the Youth Services desk istration required. at any of the libraries in the Fort Bend County library • WHAT DO I READ NEXT? WELCOME TO NOVELIST - Monday, February 11th, 12:15- system. There is no charge to join the Family Reading 1:30 PM, Computer Lab. Learn how to use NoveList Plus, an electronic resource that Winter Challenge. The program is sponsored by Fort helps booklovers find that next great read. Reservations required. Bend County Libraries and the Friends of the Library • JOB-SEARCH SURVIVAL WORKSHOP - Monday and Tuesday, February 11th and 12th, organizations that support the county library system. 5:30-8:30 PM, Multi-purpose Room. This workshop is designed to help all job-hunters,

Grand Lakes Community Newsletter | February 2019 17 from those applicants applying for a position at a fast-food restaurant to executives looking for a position in a large company. The tips that are presented can help any applicant plan a more efficient job hunt and make a more favorable impression. Learn how to write a better resumé, research prospective employers, interview for a job, improve non-verbal skills, make a great first impression, network and much more. By devel- oping an organized plan of action, the applicant is able to experience a more efficient job hunt with an increased chance of success. Late arrivals welcome. Different topics are discussed each night. Refreshments pro- vided by the Friends of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library. • BALANCED LIVING: HEALTHY LIFESTYLE CHOICES - Thursdays, February 14th-March 14th, 6-7 PM, Meeting Room. Courtney Bryant, Family and Community Health County Extension Agent, will present a series of daily-living classes for adults. Get tips on how to live a healthier lifestyle by addressing time management, stress, physical activity and mindfulness. • 7 TIPS TO ROCK YOUR BUSINESS PLAN - Saturday, February 16th, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, Meeting Room. SCORE mentor Tiffany Taylor-Hicks will provide insight into how to create a customized business plan that will achieve successful results through increased client sales. Learn how to develop strategies by knowing the competition and understanding one’s customers and their needs. • PROBATE FOR PROPERTY OWNERS: GET THE FACTS - Thursday, Feb 28th, 1-2 PM, Meeting Room. In this “Senior Living” program for seniors over the age of 55 and their adult children, Linda Jordan, founder of Senior Resources Collaborative, will talk about probate and the best ways for property owners to navigate the process. • ESL PICTIONARY - Friday, February 15th, 1-2 PM, Multi-purpose Room. This educational game is a fun way for non-English-speaking students to develop a deeper understanding of the meaning of English words by conveying them through pictures. Participants divide into teams and take turns drawing their representation of a word and earning points by guessing the correct answer. • ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES: All computer classes will take place in the Computer Lab. Reservations are required. Call the library for info. Computers 101: Friday, February 1st, 12:15 PM MS Word 2016 Intermediate: Tuesday, February 5th, 10:15 AM MS Excel 2016 Survival Basics: Thursday, February 14th, 10:15 AM Introduction to 3D Printing: Thursday, February 21st, 10:15 AM MS PowerPoint 2016 Survival Basics: Wednesday, February 27th, 10:15 AM

EVENTS • Additional Plugs & Outlets • LITERARY LUNCH LEAGUE BOOK CLUB - Wednesday, February 6th, 12 Noon, Conference Classroom. The book to be discussed is Vanessa • Panel Upgrade/Replacement and Her Sister, a novel written by Priya Parmar. Those attending are • Smoke Detectors invited to bring a lunch, if desired. • CINCO RANCH NIGHT READERS - Thursday, February 21st, beginning • Troubleshooting at 7 PM, in Conference Room. The book to be discussed is The Bad-Ass *Expires 3/1/19 Librarians of Timbuktu: And Their Race to Save the World’s Most Pre- • TV Mounting cious Manuscripts, written by Joshua Hammer. • CHESS DAY @ THE LIBRARY - Saturday, February 2nd and 16th, 10:30 AM-2:30 PM, Multi-purpose Room. People of all ages and skill levels - from beginners to advanced - who are interested in playing chess, are invited to practice their strategies while playing against others in a relaxed, stress-free environment. Learn a new chess move (or two) during this come-and-go activity. Experienced players will be on hand to provide tips and assistance. A limited number of chess sets will be provided, but players are welcome to bring their own sets as well. • CRAFT CLUB @ CINCO RANCH - 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month, 10 AM-12 Noon, Multi-purpose Room. People of all experience levels - from beginners to advanced - who enjoy any type of crafting are in- vited to attend this new monthly drop-in event to get other crafters’ perspectives, critiques and suggestions. Chat and network with other crafters who enjoy anything from art and needlework to woodwork and much more! Those attending should bring their projects and their own crafting supplies. Samples of the library’s instructional books, Licensed & Insured magazines and websites on various crafts will be available. TECL 22809 & Master 100394 Family Owned & Operated • Residential & Commercial • ESL CONVERSATION CIRCLES - Fridays, February 8th and 22nd, 1-2 PM; Multipurpose Room. Fort Bend County Libraries presents a program for in- 713-467-1125 | wiredes.com dividuals of all nationalities who would like a place to practice their English

18 February 2019 | Grand Lakes Community Newsletter language and conversation skills. The “Conversation Circles” provide an opportunity for non-English-speaking people to gather in a relaxed setting On-Site Leaded Glass Door Repairs Free Estimates and discuss topics of their own choosing while practicing their English skills. Custom Stained Glass Ha Free Estimates lass ppy Sidelights & Transoms YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS teens grades 9-12 G to match your front door nd • YA: ZIPPER POUCHES - Saturday, February 2 , 2-4 PM, Conference Half Round/Arched Windows Classroom. Teens in grades 9-12 will learn how to sew a zipper to make useful bags and pouches. No sewing experience is necessary for this fun, Add beginner project. Materials are provided through the generous support Privacy and Beauty of the Friends of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library. Registration required. to your home • YOUNG ADULT BOOK CLUB - Wednesday, February 13th, 4-5 PM, Visit our Gallery Conference Classroom. Teen readers will have the opportunity to meet Call Larry Jones www.glasshappy.com with others who share the same love for great books and have a lively Stained Glass Restoration & Repair discussion on the reasons a book or its characters were liked or disliked. 281-579-7761 Those attending are invited to talk about the book Freya, written by Matthew Laurence. • FREE SAT PRACTICE-TEST SESSION - Saturday, February 23rd, 10:30 AM-3:30 PM, Meeting Room. A representative from Princeton Review will administer a practice test to college-bound students in grades 9 through EYER OOFING 12. This practice test will prepare students for the actual SAT test. The G R scores on this practice test will only be shared with the student; they will not be sent to any educational institutions. Bring two #2 pencils and a Specializing in non-graphing calculator if available. Registration is required. Deadline to register is Feb. 22nd, spaces fill up quickly. Re-Roofing • YOUNG ADULT ADVISORY COUNCIL - Wednesday, February 27th, 4-5 PM, Conference Classroom. At this monthly meeting, teens in grades 9-12 Ron Geyer are invited to express ideas organize upcoming activities and suggest “We work as unto new programs and books that would be of interest to young adults at the Lord” the library. Earn volunteer/service hours and meet new friends while 713-462-3898 helping to shape the future of library services for teens! RESIDENTIAL & CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS COMMERCIAL (The library is unable to accommodate daycares and school groups at these activities.) REMODELING • Mother Goose Time: Tuesdays at 10:15 AM, provides caregiver/infant activities and songs especially designed for the youngest book-lovers, • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Windows / Doors • Floors • Hardi Siding from age 1 month to 12 months. • Rooms Additions • Complete Renovations • Patio Covers • Stories & Play: Tuesdays at 2 PM, for children from 1 to 3 years of Rob Geyer age. Children will be treated to a story and then have open play time.

• Toddler Time: Wednesdays at 10:15 AM and Thursdays at 10:15 AM 281-477-3456 and 11:30 AM - offers caregiver/child activities, stories and songs for older babies, from 12 to 36 months of age.

• Story Time: Wednesdays at 11:30 AM. Age 3-6, where they hear sto- ries, watch movies and participate in age-appropriate craft activities. FRONT • Pajama Night Story Time: Tuesdays at 7 PM - gives families an evening COVER PHOTOS option for the activities presented during the daytime. All ages welcome.

• Family Story Time: 1st Saturday of the month at 10:15 AM. Families WANTED! with children of all ages are invited to attend. We are looking for great photos to use on the front cover

of your newsletter! Pictures must be high quality (min • Kinder Korner: 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 4:30 PM - is a time for kindergartners to enjoy stories, movies, crafts and other 300 dpi). No cell phone photos allowed. Email photos for activities. consideration to [email protected] with the name of your subdivision, and any credits that should be published • After-School Breaks: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 4:30 PM - crafts, with your photo (such as a professional photographer.) movies and stories for school-aged children in grades 1 through 3. This Names of children and/or adults shown on the photo will be th activity will NOT take place on February 6 . included by request only. Although not a requirement, we • Creative Connections: 4th Saturday at 2:30 PM - activities for children like to use themes each month based on holidays, summer, in grades 4 through 8. winter, etc. By submitting your photo, you are giving permission to use your photo on the cover or inside your th • Minecraft Monday: February 25 , 4:30 PM. Minecraft challenge for newsletter, as well as other Krenek Printing publications. students in grades 4 through 8. Reservations required. All programs are free and open to the public. For more information, call Deadline for submission is the 20th of each month. the Cinco Ranch Branch Library at 281-395-1311 or the library’s Public The next due date will be February 20th for the Information Office at 281-633-4734. April 2019 publications.

Grand Lakes Community Newsletter | February 2019 19 KATY BRANCH LIBRARY 5414 Franz Road, Katy, TX 77493, 281-391-3509 Hours of Operation: Monday & Tuesday 10 AM - 7 PM, Wednesday 1 PM - 8 PM, Thursday 10 AM - 6 PM, Friday 1 PM - 6 PM, Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM, Sunday CLOSED. Join online at www.hcpl.net or come by in person and we’ll help you sign up!

Monthly Programs • HISPANIC BOOK GROUP/CLUB HISPANO DE LIBROS - First Wednes- day of each month, 6 PM. Every month, a group of Spanish speaking adults get together to discuss a chosen book. Les invitamos a que todos los meses se reuna con nosotros para conversar sobre un libro. Lláme para más información. • SUPERACION PERSONAL - Second Wednesday of every month, 6 PM. The Katy Branch Library hosts motivational discussions in Spanish. • SPANISH COMPUTER CLASS/CLASE DE LA COMPUTADORA - Every Friday, 4:30 PM. Basic computer classes taught in Spanish. • ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - The Katy Library offers an array of computer classes in English - please call for more information. • MANGO ESL CLASS - Every Friday, 3:30 PM. Learn English with a group going through Mango Languages, an online computer program. • GARDENING CLUB - Every month on the 2nd Thursday, 11 AM. Join other gardeners in the area to learn new ways to grow. Bring your leftover GUTTERS seeds and exchange them for new seeds to try. SEAMLESS ALUMINUM GUTTERS • Sales • Repairs • Cleanouts WEEKLY PROGRAMS • GENEALOGY SQUAD - Every Monday, 2 PM. Bring your lunch and join us NOW OFFERING FINANCING! Joni & Jimmy Rechner for an informal genealogy get-together. We’ll have computers, Ancestry. Ask us for more details! Owners & com and other genealogists to help each other with our searches. 281-492-1991 Katy Residents • KNOTTY & NICE CLUB - Every Wednesday, 1 PM. The Knotty & Nice Club www.katykustom.com Family owned & is the place for you if you want to learn new needlework techniques, teach operated for someone else or just hang out with other crafters. Come & join the club! over 45 years!

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We would love to have unique, creative craft vendors, home decor, make-up, home accessories, etc.! If you are interested in being a vendor, please email me at [email protected] to receive a copy of the vendor registration package. GRAEME’S RUN 5K & 1 Mile Walk on February 9, 2019 at the No Label Brewery. Regis- tration 8 AM and run starts at 9 AM.

Family Entertainment: No Label Brewery, Face Painting, Bounce Houses, Food, Raffle, Chris Boise and Righteous Cause Band. *All funds raised benefit The Children’s Heart Foundation and Hayden’s Heart.

Register & learn more at www.graemessuperheroes.org. REIGN OVER CANCER WALK February 16, 2019, 8-11 AM Join the GEST Foundation at Cane Island, Katy, TX, 2100 Cane Island Parkway, Katy, TX 77493 to celebrate cancer survivors and remember loved ones no longer with us. Money raised will fund grants to allow cancer patients the opportunity to focus on healing. Silent Auctions, Giveaways and more! Join us for a day of family fun!

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20 February 2019 | Grand Lakes Community Newsletter GEST Foundation, Inc., is a registered 501c3 or- people or more, if paid in advance. If you have any kosher chili tasting contest will win coveted ganization. Your donation is tax deductible to questions regarding the 2019 WHQG Quilt Show, trophies and prizes presented by celebrity and the fullest extent of the law. Tax ID 30-0960768. please email [email protected]. media judges during the award ceremony at Receipts for tax purposes will be mailed out 3:30 PM. Cost: Adults: $10, Children (4-12): $6. at the end of the year. For more info., www. 200 beautiful quilts will be on display. Lots GESTfoundation.org. of vendors will be there as well as a “Guild For more information on becoming a sponsor, Market” with a great selection of hand-made volunteer, vendor, cooking team or to download PLEASE JOIN US FOR A 1940S items. Also there will be a raffle of special an entry form, please visit www.houstonkosher- HANGAR DANCE items and a silent auction. The drawing for chilicookoff.com or follow us on Facebook or The Houston Wing of the Commemorative Air the fabulous donation quilt will be held on Twitter. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Force would like to invite you to join them for Saturday afternoon. Door prizes galore! On- local Jewish community nonprofits. a 1940s Hangar Dance at 5 PM on Saturday, site food service will be available. For more February 23, 2019 at the West Houston Airport information: www.whqg.org. JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA (Hangar B5; 18000 Groschke Rd.). The group is ASSOCIATES TO HOST “A NIGHT raising funds for a new museum hangar. SAVE THE DATE: 8TH ANNUAL AT THE OSCARS” GALA The “Awesome, Amazing, Associates” of the A swing dance lesson will be given from 5:30-6 HOUSTON KOSHER CHILI COOK-OFF PM and dinner will be served shortly thereaf- Jack and Jill of America, Inc., North Houston Sunday, March 3, 2019, Noon-4 PM Suburban Chapter will host a glamorous “A ter. Dancing starts at 6:30 PM and music will Join the Houston community for a fun-filled be provided by Third Coast Swing. Dinner Night at the Oscars” charity gala on Saturday, day of festivities and a kosher chili compe- March 23, 2019. The event will be take place features salad, lasagna and dessert from the tition during the 8th Annual Houston Kosher Lasagna House, coffee and tea are free and from 8 PM to 12 AM at the Northgate Country Chili Cook-off. The event will be held at Con- Club, 17110 Northgate Forest Drive, Houston, sodas are available as well. You may also BYOB gregation Beth Yeshurun, 4525 Beechnut St., (cocktails, beer or wine). Texas 77068. Tickets are $75 each and the Houston 77096. The Kosher Chili Cook-off is suggested attire is “red carpet formal.” the largest kosher food event in Houston and Tickets for the dinner and dance are $40 in celebrates the fellowship of the Jewish com- “A Night at the Oscars” will benefit the Jack advance ($25 for dance only). Parking is free munity with a day of food, live entertainment, and parking attendants will help direct you and Jill of America Foundation, which sup- contests and family friendly activities while ports education, literacy, scientific and char- upon arrival. For more information, please raising funds for nonprofit organizations in visit please visit www.houstonwing.org. itable projects that benefit children. The eve- the Houston Jewish community. ning will feature dinner, dancing to live music and a raffle. For information, tables and ticket THE MAGIC OF QUILTS QUILT SHOW, The cook-off attracts more than 3,500 at- requests contact Dr. Kyrel Broxton or Shirley PRESENTED BY WEST HOUSTON tendees annually for live music, a moonwalk, Carter at [email protected]. Jack QUILTERS GUILD, MARCH 1-2, 2019 climbing walls, balloon artists, a jalapeno and Jill of America, Inc. is a non-profit family Richard E Berry Educational Support Center, eating contest and a silent auction as guests organization which is dedicated to nurturing 8877 Barker Cypress, Cypress, TX 77433 taste some of Houston’s best kosher chili. future leaders by supporting children through Friday: 10 AM-4 PM, Saturday, 9 AM-4 PM Cooking teams are encouraged to register leadership development, volunteer service, Admission: $10; Children under 5 are free. for the judged competition so groups or or- philanthropic giving and civic duty. More in- Ticket price includes entrance for both days of ganizations can promote themselves, build formation about the Jack and Jill of America the show, door prize chances, gifts and more. teamwork, have fun and reward contributors, Foundation can be found at Discount rates are available for buses of 10 Board members and staff. Winners of the www.jackandjillfoundation.org.

Grand Lakes Community Newsletter | February 2019 21 Recipes

VALENTINE’S PIE You could make this on Valentine’s Day February 14th!

INGREDIENTS: 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust 1 (16 ounce) can cherry pie filling

DIRECTIONS: In an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese and the powdered sugar until combined. Add vanilla and beat 2 minutes. Gently fold in whipped topping.

Transfer mixture into the pie crust. Top the filling with the cherries. Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. Source: allrecipes.com

ONE POT CHILI MAC AND CHEESE DIRECTIONS: • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch INGREDIENTS: oven over medium high heat. Add garlic, 1 tablespoon olive oil onion and ground beef, and cook until 2 cloves garlic, minced browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure to 1 onion, diced crumble the beef as it cooks; drain excess fat. 8 ounces ground beef • Stir in chicken broth, tomatoes, beans, 4 cups chicken broth chili powder and cumin; season with salt and 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes pepper, to taste. Bring to a simmer and stir in 3/4 cup canned white kidney beans, pasta. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and drained and rinsed simmer until pasta is cooked through, about 3/4 cup canned kidney beans, 13-15 minutes. drained and rinsed • Remove from heat. Top with cheese and 2 teaspoons chili powder cover until melted, about 2 minutes. 1 1/2 teaspoon cumin • Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, Kosher salt and freshly ground black if desired. pepper, to taste 10 ounces elbows pasta This delicious recipe brought to you 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese by Damn Delicious https://damndelicious. 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves net/2014/03/15/one-pot-chili-mac-cheese/

RICH BANANA BREAD DIRECTIONS: You could make this on National Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees Banana Bread Day February 23rd! C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan. In a large bowl, stir together the melted butter and INGREDIENTS: sugar. Add the eggs and vanilla, mix well. 1/2 cup butter, melted Combine the flour, baking soda and salt, stir into the butter mixture until smooth. Finally, 1 cup white sugar fold in the sour cream, walnuts and banan- 2 eggs as. Spread evenly into the prepared pan. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 teaspoon baking soda 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted 1/2 teaspoon salt into the center of the loaf comes out clean. 1/2 cup sour cream Cool loaf in the pan for 10 minutes before 1/2 cup chopped walnuts removing to a wire rack to cool completely. 2 medium bananas, sliced Source: allrecipes.com GARDENING Krenek Printing TIPS NEIGHBORHOOD NEWSLETTERS LLC www.krenekprinting.com FOR FEBRUARY 281-463-8649 RESIDENTS: Please support the businesses within this newsletter. It is because of their support that you receive this paper at no charge to you or your HOA.

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