emergency numbers POLICE • AMBULANCE • FIRE EMERGENCIES: Call 911 Ambulance Service Police/Sheriff Montgomery County Hospital EMS...... 936-539-1160 Conroe Police Dept...... 936-522-3200 Protec Ambulance Transport...... 926-827-7770 Harris County Constable...... 281-401-6205 Willowbrook EMS...... 281-465-8785 Sheriff...... 713-221-6000 Magnolia Police Dept...... 281-356-2500 Fire Departments Montgomery Police Dept...... 936-597-6866 Conroe Fire Dept...... 936-522-3080 Montgomery Co Constable...... 936-539-7821 Lake Conroe Fire Dept...... 936-588-2222 Crime Stoppers...... 800-392-7867 Magnolia Volunteer Fire Dept...... 281-356-3288 Sheriff...... 936-760-5800 Montgomery Fire Dept...... 936-597-4455 District 5- Walden...... 936-788-8366 N Montgomery Co Fire Dept...... 936-856-5111 District 6 - The Woodlands...... 281-297-6500 Needham Fire & Rescue...... 936-321-0999 Oak Ridge Police...... 281-292-4642 Plantersville Stoneham VFD...... 936-894-9566 Shenandoah Police...... 281-367-8952 S Montgomery Co Volunteer...... 281-363-3473 Willis Police Dept...... 936-856-4039 Walden Fire Dept...... 936-582-6211 Other important numbers Hospitals/Medical Centers Animal Control Harris County...... 281-999-3191 Conroe Regional...... 936-539-1111 Montgomery County...... 936-442-7738 Memorial Hermann-The Woodlands...... 713-897-2300 Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms...... 800-800-3855 Methodist Willowbrook...... 281-477-1000 Domestic Violence Hotline...... 800-799-7233 Montgomery County Hospital Dist...... 936-523-5000 Emergency Mgmt Montgomery Co...... 936-582-3100 St Luke’s-The Woodlands...... 936-266-2000 FBI...... 713-693-5000 Children’s...... 832-824-1000 National Suicide Prevention...... 800-273-8255 Tomball Regional Hospital...... 281-401-7500 Poison Contol Center...... 800-222-1222 Runaway Hotline...... 800-786-2922 See Additional Hospital Listings in the “Residents Guide” on page 3 of the Community Pages

1 1 Emergency Numbers...... 1 tableof contents Table of Contents...... 2 Community Pages Residents Guide...... 3-5 Community Services...... 6-8 Childhood Immunization Schedule...... 9 Public Schools ...... 10-12 METROPOLITAN Colleges & Universities...... 13 PUBLISHING COMPANY, INC Lone Star College...... 14 College Athletic Facilities & Ticket Info...... 15 Publishers of Astros...... 16 Minute Maid Park...... 17 Award Winning Community Directories Houston Texans...... 18 For Over 30 Years Reliant Stadium...... 19 Houston Rockets...... 20 Toyota Center...... 21 Locally Owned & Operated Houston Dynamo...... 22 220 W. Main • P.O. Box 925, Tomball, Texas 77377 BBVA Compass Stadium...... 23 281-351-6933 • www.metro-yellow.com Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion...... 24 This publication is the property of Metropolitan Publishing Co., Inc. DBA Marinas, Rentals & Storage...... 25 Montgomery On The Lake Telephone Directory © 2014 Metropolitan Publishing Co., Inc. Lake & Boating Guide...... 26-27 Camping Guide...... 28 Texas State Parks...... 29 Where Can I Get A Book? Hunting & Fishing Guide...... 30-31 Golf Guide...... 32-33 Art Galleries...... 34 Additional copies of this directory can be Events ...... 35-39 obtained at the following locations: Libraries...... 40 Metropolitan Publishing Co., Inc. Museums...... 41 220 W. Main Tomball 77375...... 281.35 1.6933 Parks ...... 42-43 Greate r Conr o e/ Lake Conr o e Area Chambe r of Comme rce Performing Arts...... 44-45 505 W Davis Conr oe 77301...... 93 6.756.6644 Things To Do...... 46-47 Greater Magnolia Chamber of Commerc e Transportation...... 48 18935 FM 1488 Magnolia 77355...... 281.356.1488 Area Codes & Time Zones...... 49 Magnolia Parkw ay Chamber of Commerc e Support Our Troops...... 50 11510 FM 1488 Magnolia 77354...... 281.356.1488 Voter Registration...... 51 Shopping Guide...... 52-55 Magnolia Tax & Permit Offic e 19100 U nity Park Dr, Magnolia 77355...... 281.259.9805 Recycling Guide...... 56-57 Hurricane Safety Guide...... 58-59 Montg om ery- City Hall Government Pages 101 Old Plantersville Rd, Montgomery 77356...... 936-597-6434 Cities...... 60

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About The Cover: This year’s cover was designed and created by local tattoo artist and freelance consignment artist, Joseph Schuester. Joseph was raised in the Houston area and graduated from Magnolia High School in 2006. Currently, you can find Joseph at Demon Ink Tattoo Studio where he specializes in custom design tattoo work. Joseph states, that the inspiration for the piece comes from having grown up in the area and reflecting on how “small town” the area once was, and how rapidly it’s growing. The piece expresses the development and expansion our local hometown has come to know and yet all the while, keeping the “small town” philosophy. If you are interested in contacting Joseph, he can be reached by email at [email protected] or through the Demon Ink Facebook page. To obtain a print of the original artwork, please feel free to contact Metropolitan Publishing at 281-351-6933. 2 2 residentsguide

driver’s licenses vehicle Registration

Texas Department of Public Safety Texas residents who own a motor vehicle are legally required 5805 North Lamar Blvd • Austin, TX 78752 to renew their vehicle registration annually. Vehicles may be registered three ways: 512-424-2000 • www.txdps.state.tx.us • Online at www.txdmv.gov (participating counties only) Conroe • Mail 2 Hilbig St., Conroe, TX 77301 • In Person You must have proof of current liability insurance to be able to 936-442-2810 • Mon - Fri 8-5 register or renew the registration of any vehicle in the state of Texas. Gessner New residents have 30 days after establishing residency to register 12220 South Gessner, Houston, TX 77071 their vehicles with the state. Vehicle registration and renewals are provided by your county tax office(s) or approved substations. 713-219-4100 • Mon - Thurs 7:30-6, Fri 7:30-5 Grant Rd Harris County Downtown: 1001 Preston, Houston, TX 77002 • 713-368-2000 10503 Grant Rd, Houston, TX 77070 Cypresswood: 6831 Cypresswood Dr, Spring, TX 77379 • 713-368-2000 281-890-5440 • Mon, Wed, Thurs & Fri 8-5, Tues 8-6 Tomball: 101 S Walnut, Tomball, TX 77375 • 713-368-2000 Hempstead Hours: Monday - Friday 8 - 4:30 235 Hwy 290 East, Hempstead, TX 77445 Montgomery County 979-826-7649 • Mon - Fri 8-5 Conroe: 400 N San Jacinto, Conroe, TX 77301 • 936-539-7896 For an original driver’s license or driver’s license renewal, the fee Magnolia: 510 Melton St, Magnolia, TX 77354 • 281-259-9805 is $25.00. If you are under 18 years of age, the fees are $6.00. Montgomery: 19380 Hwy 105 W Ste 507, Montgomery, TX 77356 To obtain an instruction permit the cost is $6.00. 936-788-8378 The Woodlands: 1520 Lake Front Cir, The Woodlands, TX 77380 281-292-3325 ID Requirements for a TDL or ID Certificate? Waller County All original applicants must present proof of identity. All documents must be verifiable by the source that issued the Hempstead: 730 9th St • Hempstead, TX 77445 • 979-826-7620 document. Hours: Monday - Friday 7 - 6 Applicants must provide: By keeping your vehicle registration sticker on your car, truck, • one piece of primary identification; or motorcycle or trailer up to date, you’re helping Texas build & • one piece of secondary identification along with two maintain our highways, roads & bridges. pieces of support identification; or • two pieces of secondary identification Primary Identification: must include photo, full name and date of birth Secondary Identification: recorded US Governmental documents (must include name & date of birth) Chambers Of Commerce Supporting Identification: additional records & documents that aid in establishing identity Cy-Fair Houston • cyfairchamber.com 11734 Barker Cypress #105 Cypress 77433...... 281-373-1390 Moving To Texas? New residents moving into Texas who Greater Conroe/Lake Conroe Area • conroe.org have a valid drivers license from their home state have 90 days 505 W Davis Conroe 77301...... 936.756.6644 after establishing residency to secure a Texas drivers license. If Greater Magnolia • magnoliatexas.org you have never been licensed or have an expired out-of-state 18935 FM 1488 Magnolia 77355...... 281-356-1488 license, you will be required to pass the written, driving and Greater Tomball Area • tomballchamber.org vision test. All applicants 18 years and over with a valid out-of- 29201 Quinn Rd Ste B Tomball 77375...... 281-351-7222 state license will need to provide the following: Houston Northwest • houstonnwchamber.org • proof of identity 3920 FM 1960 W #120 Houston 77068...... 281-440-4160 • proof of Social Security Number • pay the required fee Magnolia Parkway • magnoliaparkwaycc.org • proof of Texas vehicle registration 11510 FM 1488 Magnolia 77354...... 832-934-2300 • pass required tests South Montgomery County Woodlands • proof of liability insurance on all vehicles owned woodlandschamber.org • any valid out-of-state license in your possession 1400 Woodloch Forest Dr Ste 300 must be surrendered at the driver’s license office. The Woodlands 77380...... 281-367-5777 • completed required forms available at any Texas Waller Area • wallerchamber.com Drivers License office 1110 Farr St Waller 77484...... 936-372-5300

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hospitals Post offices Conroe Regional Medical Center CONROE 504 Medical Center Blvd Conroe, TX 77304....936-539-1111 809 W Dallas St, Conroe, Tx 77301...... 936-756-6724 Cypress Creek Hospital CORNERSTONE 17750 Cali Dr Houston, TX 77090...... 281-586-7600 14403 Walters Rd, Houston, Tx 77014...... 281-444-3874 CYPRESS Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center Hospital 16635 Spring Cypress Rd, Cypress, Tx 77429...... 281-373-9125 10655 Steepletop Dr Houston, TX 77065.....281-890-4285 DOBBIN HealthSouth Houston Rehabilitation Institute 26087 W Hwy 105, Dobbin, Tx 77333...... 936-597-5399 17506 Red Oak Dr Houston, TX 77090...... 281-580-1212 HEMPSTEAD HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of North Houston 901 12th St, Hempstead, Tx 77445...... 979-826-2446 18550 I-45 South Conroe, TX 77384...... 281-364-2000 HOCKLEY 17210 Warren Ranch Rd, Hockley, Tx 77447.... 936-372-3261 Houston Northwest Medical Center KLEIN 710 FM 1960 W Houston, TX 77090...... 281-440-1000 7717 Louetta Rd, Spring, Tx 77379...... 281-257-3806 Intracare North Hospital MAGNOLIA 1120 Cypress Station Houston, TX 77090.....281-893-7200 815 Goodson Rd, Magnolia, Tx 77355...... 281-356-8427 Kindred Hospital - Northwest MONTGOMERY 11297 Fallbrook Dr Houston, TX 77065...... 281-517-1000 20821 H Eva St, Montgomery, Tx 77356...... 936-597-8099 M D Anderson Cancer Center MONTGOMERY ANNEX 1515 Holcombe Blvd Houston, TX 77030.....713-792-2121 21359 Eva St, Montgomery, Tx 77356...... 936-597-4222 PANTHER CREEK Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital 10800 Gosling Rd, Spring, Tx 77381...... 281-419-8231 1635 North Loop West Houston, TX 77008.....713-867-2000 PINEHURST Memorial Hermann 34635 Wright Rd, Pinehurst, Tx 77362...... 281-259-0234 6411 Fannin St Houston, TX 77030...... 713-704-4000 PLANTERSVILLE Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital 8625 Post Office Rd, Plantersville, Tx 77363...... 936-894-2231 9250 Pinecroft The Woodlands, TX 77380...... 713-897-2300 PRAIRIE VIEW 21212 FM 1098 Loop, Prairie View, Tx 77446...... 936-857-3570 Methodist Hospital The SPRING 6565 Fannin St Houston, TX 77030...... 713-790-3311 1411 Wunsche Loop, Spring, Tx 77373...... 281-288-8465 Methodist Willowbrook Hospital THE WOODLANDS 18220 Tomball Pkwy Houston, TX 77070...... 281-477-1000 9450 Pinecroft Dr, Spring, Tx 77380...... 281-419-7948 Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center TOMBALL 2002 Holcombe Blvd Houston, TX 77030...... 713-791-1414 122 N Holderrieth Blvd, Tomball, Tx 77375..... 281-516-0513 Nativiti Women’s Health & Birth Center WALLER 26614 Oak Ridge Dr The Woodlands, TX 77380...... 281-296-2333 40090 Hwy 290 Business, Waller, Tx 77484..... 936-372-9232 WESTFIELD Solara Hospital Conroe 17119 Red Oak Dr, Houston, Tx 77090...... 281-440-9509 1500 Grand Lake Dr Conroe, TX 77304...... 936-523-1800 WILLOW PLACE St Luke’s Community Medical Center - The Woodlands 12955 Willow Place Dr W, Houston, Tx 77070..... 281-890-2392 17200 St Luke’s Way The Woodlands, TX 77384...... 936-266-2000 St Luke’s Episcopal Hospital 6720 Bertner Ave Houston, TX 77030...... 713-791-1000 CONROE 809 W Dallas St Conroe, TX 77301...... 936-756-6724 CORNERSTONE 14403 Walters Rd Houston, TX 77014.... Texas Children’s Hospital 281-444-3874 CYPRESS 16635 Spring Cypress Rd Cypress, TX 77429.... 6621 Fannin St Houston, TX 77030...... 713-770-1000 281-373-9125 HOCKLEY 17210 Warren Ranch Rd Hockley, TX 77447...936-372-3261 Tomball Regional Hospital KLEIN 7717 Louetta Rd Spring, TX 77379...... 605 Holderrieth Tomball, TX 77375...... 281-401-7500 281-257-3806 MAGNOLIA 815 Goodson Rd Magnolia, TX 77355.....281-356-8427 Tomball VA Medical Clinic MONTGOMERY 20821 H Eva St Montgomery, TX 77356....936-597-8099 1200 Main St Tomball, TX 77375...... Opening 2013 PANTHER CREEK 10800 Gosling Rd Spring, TX 77381....281-419-8231 TOPS Surgical Specialty Hospital PINEHURST 34635 Wright Rd Pinehurst, TX 77362....281-259-0234 17080 Red Oak Dr Houston, TX 77090...... 281-539-2900 THE WOODLANDS 9450 Pinecroft Dr Spring, TX 77380....281-419-7948 Woman’s Hospital of Texas The TOMBALL 122 N Holderrieth Blvd Tomball, TX 77375....281-516-0513 a ssp ort s 504 Medical Cntr Blvd Conroe, TX 77304...... 936-538-2586 WESTFIELD 17119 Red Oak Dr Houston, TX 77090.....281-440-9509

7600 Fannin Houston, TX 77054...... 713-790-1234 p For more information on the US Passport application process please visit www.travel.state.gov

4 4 High Speed Internet Providers AT&T/U-Verse Charter Cable Comcast/Xfinity 800-288-2020 877-906-9121 800-934-6489 www.att.com www.charter.com www.comcast.com Call Before You Dig! To locate underground DirecTV Dish Network EarthLink utilities call the 800-531-5000 888-926-5462 888-328-5885 new national number: www.directv.com www.dishnetwork.com www.earthlink.net 811 Hughes Net Net Zero CenturyLink or Texas One Call System: 866-293-8945 800-638-9376 866-706-8592 800-245-4545 www.hughesnet.com www.netzero.net www.centurylink.com Texas Excavation Safety Time Warner Cable Consolidated Verizon System Inc (TESS): 800-344-8377 800-892-2253 866.989.2255 800-837-4966 Lone Star Notification Center: www.timewarnercable.com www.consolidated.com www.verizon.com 800-669-8344 for more information please visit: www.call811.com

Cable & Satellite Sewer & Water CenturyLink (www.centurylink.com)...... 866-706-8592 City of Charter Communications (www.charter.com)...... 877-906-9121 Conroe...... 936-760-4628 Comcast/Xfinity (www.comcast.com)...... 800-934-6489 Magnolia...... 281-356-2266 Consolidated Communications (www.consolidated.com)...... 866-989-2255 Montgomery...... 936-597-6434 DirecTV (www.directv.com)...... 800-531-5000 Hays Utilities ...... 936-588-1166 DISH Network (www.dishnetwork.com)...... 888-926-5462 Mid South Synergy ...... 888-525-6677 Suddenlink (www.suddenlink.com)...... 936-756-6604 Montgomery County WCID #1 ...... 281-367-0969 Time Warner (www.timewarnercable.com)...... 800-892-2253 TNG Utility Corporation ...... 281-350-0895

Electric Telephone CenterPoint Energy ...... 800-427-7142 AT & T/U-Verse Direct Energy ...... 888-305-3828 Residential Service...... 800-464-7928 Entergy ...... 800-368-3749 Residential Repair...... 800-246-8464 Mid South Synergy ...... 888-525-6677 Birch Communications ...... 866-238-7041 Reliant Energy ...... 713-207-7777 CenturyLink...... 866-706-8592 San Bernard Electric Cooperative ...... 800-364-3171 Charter Communications ...... 877-906-9121 TXU Energy ...... 800-818-6132 Comcast/Xfinity ...... 800-934-6489 Consolidated Communications ...... 866-989-2255 For information to help you make informed decisions about your electricity DirecTV ...... 800-531-5000 service and available retail electric providers in your area, please visit www.powertochoose.com or call 1-866-797-4839. Dish Network ...... 888-926-5462 Sage Telecom...... 866-385-7281 Time Warner Cable ...... 800-892-2253 Garbage Verizon ...... 800-837-4966 Vonage ...... 866-243-4357 Caron Services ...... 281-356-7026 City of Conroe...... 936-522-3170 Magnolia...... 281-356-2266 Montgomery...... 936-597-6434 Newspapers McDaniel Garbage Service...... 281-356-2995 HOUSTON BUSINESS JOURNAL Recycling Centers (See Recycling Guide Pages 56-57) www.houston.bizjournals.com ...... 713-688-8811 WCA Waste Corporation (formerly FiveJab Environmental)...... 281-766-1914 Waste Management ...... 713-686-6666 HOUSTON CHRONICLE www.chron.com ...... 713-362-7171 Conroe Landfill...... 800-963-4776 HOUSTON COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS www.hcnonline.com ...... 281-378-1080 • Champions Sun • Conroe Courier • Cy-Fair Sun • Cypress Sun Gas • Klein Sun • Magnolia Potpourri • Spring Observer Automatic LP Gas Co...... 936-756-3389 • Tomball Potpourri • Waller County News Citizen • Woodlands Villager CenterPoint Energy ...... 800-752-8036 HOUSTON PRESS www.houstonpress.com ...... 713-280-2400 Entex (Centerpoint Energy)...... 800-752-8036 THE NEW YORK TIMES www.nytimes.com ...... 800-698-4637 Hughes Natural Gas ...... 281-356-8241 THE WALL STREET JOURNAL Texas Gas LLC ...... 281-252-6700 TXU Energy ...... 877-460-7066 www.online.wsj.com ...... 800-568-7625 Universal Gas Co...... 281-252-6700 USA TODAY www.usatoday.com ...... 800-872-0001 4 5 5 communityservices A C F A A R P...... 888-687-2277 Child Advocates Inc Family Service Center...... 713-861-4849 A D D Association-Southern Harris Co...... 713-529-1396 Montgomery Co...... 281-292-4155 Region...... 281-897-0982 Child Watch of North America...... 281-681-9506 Family Violence Program...... 713-528-6798 Abandoned Animal Rescue...... 281-290-0121 Childhelp USA...... 800-422-4453 Federal Trade Commission...... 877-382-4357 Adult Protective Services Children’s Protective Services...... 800-252-5400 Food & Drug Administration...... 713-802-9095 Abuse/Neglet Hotline...... 800-252-5400 Harris County...... 713-394-4000 Friends for Life Animal Shelter...... 713-861-9500 Elder Care Information...... 800-677-1116 Children’s Safe Harbor...... 936-441-2992 Friendship Center The Nursing Home Abuse...... 800-878-6442 Christian Women’s Club...... 936-321-1698 Conroe...... 936-756-5828 Agape in Action...... 713-859-4789 Christopher & Dana Reeve Magnolia...... 281-259-6665 Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse...... 713-224-9911 Paralysis Resource Center...... 800-539-7309 Montgomery...... 936-597-5231 AIDS Hotline...... 800-342-2437 Club Z!-The Woodlands...... 281-655-4640 The Woodlands...... 281-363-9410 Al-Anon for Adults...... 713-683-7227 Community Clinic The...... 281-364-7889 Willis...... 936-228-0273 Alateen for Teens...... 713-683-7227 Compassionate Friends...... 832-885-4741 Frontis Project Inc...... 281-357-0763 Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms (ATF)...... 281-372-2900 Consumer Product Safety Comm...... 800-638-2772 Alcoholics Anonymous...... 713-686-6300 Cornerstone Recovery for Teens.....713-528-6720 G Serenity Group...... 281-292-8334 Council on Alcohol & Drug Abuse...... 800-324-2557 Gamblers’ Help Line...... 800-742-0443 Alzheimer’s Association...... 713-266-6400 Houston Area...... 713-942-4100 Girl Scouts of America...... 800-392-4340 America’s Second Harvest...... 800-771-2303 Counseling Services...... 281-363-1633 Or...... 713-292-0300 American Business Women’s Covenant House...... 800-999-9999 Girl’s Incorporated...... 800-374-4475 Association...... 800-228-0007 Crime Stoppers...... 713-222-TIPS Goodwill-Tomball...... 281-290-0210 American Cancer Society...... 800-ACS-2345 Montgomery County...... 936-539-7867 Conroe...... 936-647-1989 Relay For Life...... 713-706-5636 Crisis Intervention - Houston...... 713-527-9864 Magnolia Donation Center...... 281-252-0008 American Civil Liberties Union...... 713-942-8146 Crisis Pregnancy Center...... 713-944-1730 Greater Tomball Pachyderm Club...... 713-851-0737 American Council of the Blind...... 800-424-8666 CyberTipline...... 800-843-5678 Grief Recovery Institute...... 800-445-4808 American Diabetes Association...... 800-342-2383 Cypress Assistance Ministries...... 281-955-7684 Grief Resource Center...... 281-292-6800 American Heart Association...... 713-610-5000 Cypress Creek Couples Corner...... 281-370-4181 American Lung Association...... 800-586-4872 Cypress Woodlands Jr Forum...... 281-379-1391 American Red Cross...... 800-787-8077 Cystic Fibrosis Foundation...... 713-621-0006 H American Stroke Association...... 888-478-7653 Habitat For Humanity...... 281-631-0092 Amnesty International S16...... 281-419-0661 D Montgomery County...... 936-441-5888 Animal Control...... 936-442-7738 Head Start...... 713-812-0033 Daughters of the British Empire...... 713-729-4049 Animal Shelter...... 936-522-3550 Helping Hands Garden...... 281-356-8743 Democrats of South County...... 936-441-3367 ARC of Greater Houston...... 713-957-1600 Hope & Healing Grief Support...... 713-441-2381 DePelchin Children’s Center...... 888-730-2335 Argonauta...... 281-292-7517 Hope Center Youth Directory Assistance-A T & T...... 1411 & Family Services...... 713-526-4673 Dispute Resolution Center...... 713-755-8274 Houston Area Women’s Center...... 713-528-6798 B Montgomery Co...... 936-760-6914 Houston Read Commission...... 713-640-8227 Beta Sigma Phi...... 281-364-9934 Dog Shelter-Montgomery Co...... 936-756-3914 H U D...... 800-569-4287 Better Business Bureau...... 713-868-9500 Domestic Violence Hotline...... 800-799-7233 Humane Society-Harris Co...... 713-433-6421 Big Brothers & Big Sisters...... 281-292-4155 Downs Syndrome Support Grp....713-682-7237 Montgomery Co...... 936-441-4762 Bluebonnet Basket Weavers Guild...... 281-364-1892 Drug Enforcement Agency ...... 713-693-3000 Bo’s Place...... 713-942-8339 I Boy Scouts of America...... 713-756-3376 E Interfaith of The Woodlands...... 281-367-1230 Or...... 877-272-2267 East FM 1488 Association...... 281-356-2361 Internal Revenue Service (IRS)...... 800-829-4477 Boys & Girls Club...... 936-760-2440 Education for Tomorrow...... 936-271-6150 International Dyslexia Assoc...... 800-222-3123 Or...... 713-690-3946 Elderly/Disabled Abuse...... 800-252-5400 International Exchange Students...... 281-465-4182 Boys & Girls Country...... 281-351-4976 End Hunger Network...... 713-532-3663 International Friends...... 281-363-9211 Brotherhood of Vietnam Veterans...... 713-977-9829 Environmental Protection Agency...... 800-887-6063 The Woodlands...... 281-292-1526 Buckner Children & Family Srvcs...... 214-758-8023 Epilepsy Foundation of SE Texas...... 713-789-6295 Business Women’s Forum...... 281-685-8111 Equal Employment J Opportunity Comm...... 800-669-4000 Jack & Jill of America...... 281-362-8206 C Jewish Community Center...... 713-729-3200 Cancer Information Services...... 800-422-6237 F Job Corps...... 800-733-5627 Cancer Support Group-Cypress...... 713-520-9873 F B I...... 713-693-5000 Junior Assembly...... 281-362-1444 Caregivers Support Group...... 713-682-5995 F F A-Montgomery...... 936-597-3137 Junior League of North Harris Casa de Esperanza...... 713-529-0639 Fair Association-Montgomery Co...... 936-760-3247 & S Montgomery Counties...... 281-376-5754 Center for Disease Control (CDC)...... 800-232-4636 4-H Club-Montgomery Co...... 936-539-7823 Just Say No Kids Club...... 800-258-2766 Chaparral Genealogical Society...... 281-516-7417 Family Outreach N Harris Co...... 281-444-9696 Justice for Children...... 713-225-4357 Child Advocates Inc Conroe...... 936-441-4733 Juvenile Diabetes Foundation...... 800-223-1138 Montgomery Co...... 936-441-5437 6 6 K N T Kiwanis Club-International Office...... 800-549-2647 New Horizon Family Center...... 281-422-2292 T O P S...... 281-367-0240 Knights of Columbus North Spring Community Teens Addictions...... 713-827-7200 Tx State Council...... 512-442-1492 Improvement Association...... 281-288-8207 Texas Abuse Hotline...... 800-252-5400 Conroe...... 936-273-4441 Northwest Assistance Ministries....281-885-4555 Texas Air National Guard...... 281-652-4510 Spring...... 281-292-4275 Northwest Athletic Association.....713-466-8019 Texas Employment Comm...... 800-832-2829 Nourishment for the Needy...... 281-292-2695 Texas Fathers for Equal Rights.....713-960-0407 L Texas Forestry Service...... 979-458-6650 Texas Lottery Commission...... 713-869-6451 L’Amore Village Emergency O Texas One-Call(Call Before You Dig).....800-545-6005 Shelter...... 281-893-2564 Occupational Safety & Health...... 800-356-4674 Texas Tobacco Quitline...... 877-937-7848 La Leche League...... 713-383-2819 Office of Consumer Affairs...... 800-720-7777 Texas Runaway Hotline...... 888-580-4357 Laura Recovery Center ...... 281-482-5723 Overeaters Anonymous...... 281-350-6823 Texas Underage Drinking Hotline.....888-843-8222 LegalLine...... 713-759-1133 Texas Work Force Commission.....936-441-0037 Lighthouse of Houston...... 713-527-9561 P Texas Youth Hotline...... 800-210-2278 Lions Club International...... 630-571-5466 Parents of Multiples...... 281-347-4973 The Regional Arts Council...... 281-351-2787 Conroe...... 936-760-1666 Parents of Murdered Children...... 713-290-8940 Therapy Pet Pals of Texas Inc...... 281-255-3131 Magnolia...... 281-351-5800 Parents Without Partners...... 713-663-7971 Toastmasters International...... 281-357-8131 Rising Stars...... 281-351-4441 Passports...... 713-751-0294 TOMAGWA...... 281-357-0747 Spring...... 281-353-0915 PFLAG...... 281-367-6059 Tomball Business & Professional SW Montgomery County...... 936-523-6543 Piney Woods Wildlife Society...... 281-443-6629 Women...... 832-220-0040 Tomball Breakfast Club...... 281-351-3029 Planned Parenthood...... 713-522-6363 Tomball Emergency Assistance Waller...... 936-372-5827 Poison Control...... 800-222-1222 Ministries (TEAM)...... 281-351-6700 Literacy Volunteers of America....888-528-2224 Postpartum Adjustment Support.....713-791-7593 Tough Love Regional Office...... 800-333-1069 Little League-Conroe...... 936-525-0558 Pregnancy Assistance Center...... 281-367-1518 Tourette Syndrome Magnolia...... 832-934-2204 After Hours...... 800-395-4357 Support Group...... 281-395-5392 Montgomery...... 936-597-7100 Product Safety Hotline...... 800-638-8270 Tri-County MHMR Services...... 800-659-6994 M R U M A D D- Southeast Texas...... 281-364-0883 Rape Crisis Program...... 936-441-7273 United States Golf Association....281-583-8871 March of Dimes-Texas Gulf Coast.....713-623-2020 Or...... 713-528-RAPE United Way...... 888-844-6289 Masonic Lodge-Conroe...... 936-756-2435 Republican Party-Montgomery Co....936-441-5621 Montgomery County...... 936-441-5888 Montgomery...... 936-597-6927 RESOLVE...... 713-975-5324 Tomball...... 281-255-2626 Ronald McDonald House...... 713-795-3500 Meals On Wheels...... 281-885-4555 V Roseate Women’s Center of Montgomery Co...... 936-756-5828 V F W-Conroe...... 936-756-7614 NW Houston...... 281-351-4357 Medicare...... 800-633-4227 Van Pool Services...... 713-682-3133 Rotary Club-Champions Sunrise.....281-703-1091 MHMRA Crisis Line...... 713-970-4600 Veterans Crisis Hotline...... 800-273-8255 Conroe...... 936-203-1273 M O M (Mothers of Multiples).....713-684-6600 Veterans of Foreign Wars...... 713-794-3669 Lake Conroe...... 936-522-3002 Mom’s Club of Cypress...... 281-849-3510 Victims Assistance Center...... 713-755-5625 Magnolia...... 281-380-0332 North...... 281-259-5482 Victims of Crime Help Line...... 800-394-2255 Tomball...... 281-401-6539 Montgomery Co Health Dept...... 713-767-3000 Visiting Nurse Association...... 713-520-8115 Willowbrook...... 832-912-3101 Montgomery County Womens Center Rotary Interact Club-Tomball...... 281-357-3220 Non-Emergency...... 936-441-4044 Runaway Hotline...... 888-580-4357 Crisis Hotline...... 936-441-7273 W Muscular Dystrophy Association.....713-522-8561 West Montgomery Community S Development Center...... 281-252-3852 N S A D D...... 877-SADD-INC Women Empowering Women....281-414-1208 Salvation Army...... 936-760-2440 Women Helping Women...... 281-353-1194 Narcotics Anonymous...... 713-661-4200 Search & Rescue Women Off Welfare...... 281-405-8183 National AIDS Hotline...... 800-342-AIDS Montgomery Co...... 281-356-6521 Women’s Center-Conroe...... 936-441-7273 National Alliance for the Sheltering Arms...... 713-956-1888 Mentally Ill...... 800-633-3760 Shriner’s Club...... 813-281-8101 National Center for Missing & Y Houston...... 713-664-3437 Exploited Children...... 800-843-5678 YMCA...... 281-367-9622 Shriner’s Hospital for Children.....409-770-6600 National Charity League Conroe...... 936-441-9622 Social Security Administration....800-772-1213 Bluebonnet Chapter...... 281-363-1103 Cypress Creek...... 281-469-1481 Society of Samaritans (S O S)...... 281-259-8456 Magnolia Chapter...... 281-364-0469 South Montgomery County.....281-367-9622 SNAP...... 936-539-1161 Texas Laurels Chapter...... 281-363-9261 Young Life-South Texas Region..281-367-6762 SPCA-Harris County...... 713-869-7722 National Domestic Violence Hotline.....800-799-7233 Youth Advocates Inc...... 713-923-4270 Montgomery County...... 936-264-2072 National Hopeline Network...... 800-784-2433 Youth Crisis & Runaway Hotline....800-448-4663 Spirit Acres Horse Rescue National Rifle Association (NRA)....800-672-3888 YWCA...... 713-868-9922 & Sanctuary...... 936-597-5316 National Sexual Assault Hotline..... 800-656-HOPE Spring Preservation League...... 281-288-6674 National Suicide Prevention...... 800-273-8255 Stroke Support Group...... 281-894-2474 National Weather Service...... 713-529-4444 6 7 7 communityservices CONT’D Interfaith Of The Woodlands Interfaith of the Woodlands works with its member congregations, corporations, local businesses, individuals, nonprofits & organizations acting as a community resource and building a more loving & caring community through service. Interfaith assists thousands of individuals and families each year. Interfaith is a 501 (c) (3) tax exempt organization that is dependent upon individual contributions, corporate & business donations & grants for it’s funding. Interfaith services qualifying individuals within the following zip codes: 77380-77386, 77389 & 77375 in the Village of Creekside Park and 77354 & 77355 in the Village of Sterling Ridge. • CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER: A nationally accredited school with a professional teaching staff, including a full-time nurse. Licensed by the State of Texas to care for children 1 year - 4th grade. Programs include: Partial/All Day Pre-School, Private Full Day Kindergarten, Mothers Day Out, School Age Program & Summer Camps. Extra-Curricular activities include: Spanish, Movement Education, Library & Science Lab. Admission is year round and registration occurs during February of each year. Tuition costs vary according to the program. For more information please call 281-292-3617. • FAMILY SERVICES DEPARTMENT: Provides assistance for people who live in South Montgomery County (zip codes 77380-77386, 77389, 77375, 77354 & 77355). Programs include: Direct Financial Assistance for Rent/Mortgage and Utilities, Emergency Transitional Shelter Assistance, Prescription Drug Assistance for Children & Adults, Gasoline Vouchers, Clothing Assistance through The Hand Me Up Shop, Food from the Interfaith Food Pantry, School Supplies Assistance & Holiday Assistance through Interfaith’s Holiday Programs. For more information please call 281-367-1230. • FOOD PANTRY: Over 13,900 individuals received food from the Food Pantry last year, many of them being young children. Each family is interviewed by a counselor and then provided groceries based on the size and immediate needs of the family. For more information please call 281-367-1230. • HAND ME UP SHOP: Offers a pleasant, friendly and clean environment for locating quality & gently used clothing, boutique items, books, household items & furniture at bargain prices. Hours of operation are 10am - 5pm, Monday thru Saturday. For more information please call 281-367-4942. • INTERFAITH COUNSELING CENTER (Formerly the Employee Assistance Center): Offers counseling services via trained professionals for people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, marital difficulties, alcohol & drug abuse. Appointment times are 8am-5pm Monday and Friday and 8am-7:30pm Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday. For more information please call 281-363-1633. • SENIOR SERVICES DEPARTMENT: Provides a network of resources & referrals to seniors & their families to address the specific needs of older adults. Also offered is a variety of programs & activities to enhance the lives of the community’s older residents. Programs include: Transportation Assistance, Benefit Options Program, Information & Referral, Religious Services, Music Therapy, Activities & Educational Programming for Senior Communities, Community Programs & Special Events. For more information please call 281-367-1230. • SUPPORT INTERFAITH: There are many ways to give: Donate Now: Donations can be made by telephone (281) 367-1230, mail or online. Individual/Corporate Ways to Give: For individuals or corporations looking to make an impact in our community. Matching Gifts/Volunteer Grants: Many companies offer matching gifts or volunteer grants programs. Find out how to increase the value of your gift to Interfaith. Planned Giving: Plan for future giving with bequests, retirement plans and other contributions made through your estate. Bonds/Mutual Funds/Other Securities: Interfaith accepts many gifts of stock and/or securities. American Express “GivingExpress” Program: Give to Interfaith using your American Express card. Kroger Neighbor to Neighbor/Randall’s Good Neighbor Program: Raising funds for Interfaith each time you go to the grocery store. For more information on any these opportunities please call 281-367-1230. • VOLUNTEER YOUR TIME: With the help from volunteers, Interfaith is able to provide multiple programs and services to the community. If you are interested in participating in any of the volunteer opportunities that Interfaith provides, please contact Andrea Berkley at 832-615-8223. • WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS: Is all about helping you reach your employment goals. The program provides a wealth of employment information for individuals who are looking for the perfect job. A visit to one of the career offices will help you get the job that’s right for you. Whether you are looking for the ideal job or unemployed with out of date skills, Workforce Solutions can help. For a location near you, please call 1-888-469-5627. Northwest Assistance Ministries (NAM) Mission: To strive to meet basic human needs through Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Vision Statement: NAM’s vision, grounded in our mission and true to our values, is a community in which Neighbors care for Neighbors through our collaborative effort with area congregations, community partners, donors and volunteers. Resources are pooled and leveraged to meet basic needs and to help individuals regain their self-sufficiency, thereby creating a safer and more stable community for all. Values Statement: Northwest Assistance Ministries values: maintaining a strong commitment to our mission of meeting basic human needs through Neighbors Helping Neighbors; fostering a spirit of respect and charity; striving for excellence in all we do; and strengthening connections with our spiritual, funding and volunteer partnerships. PROGRAMS: Assistance Program - for families experiencing a temporary crisis, who live within NAM’s 18 ZIP code service area and need emergency assistance. 281-583-5600 Food Pantry - distributes more than 980 food orders monthly thanks to donations from congregations, schools, community groups & individuals. 281-583-5600 Meals On Wheels - over 90,500 hot, nutritious lunches are delivered each year, including Saturdays, to the area’s homebound seniors & disabled. 281-885-4623 Children’s Clinic - primary care, well child check-ups & immunizations are available 5 days a week for children 18 and under. 281-885-4630 Fifty Plus - offers activities for seniors age 50 and over. 281-885-4601 Senior Wheels - provides transportation to medical appointments, grocery & drug stores, & shopping in NW Houston for seniors age 50 and over. 281-885-4601 Family Violence Center - offers a crisis hotline, access to emergency shelter, support groups & counseling for victims of abuse. 281-885-4673 or 1-888-750-4673 Interfaith Hospitality Network, Houston NW - this program provides food & shelter to over 10,000 temporarily homeless families in the Houston area. 281-885-4567 Rotary Learning/Workforce Development Center - offers classes & small group tutoring for students interested in basic literacy, learning English as a Second Language (ESL), earning their high school equivalency diploma (GED), or becoming a United States citizen. 281-885-4616 Resale Shops - offers merchandise at low prices to the community. Vouchers for free clothing, furniture and/or household items may be issued if you qualify. Corner Resale Shop: 281-885-4544 • Jones Rd Shop: 281-897-8953 • NAM Resale Shop & Donation Center: 281-880-9000 Shelter & Energy Assistance - aids families in need with shelter & energy related issues. An interview with SEA staff will determine if you qualify. 281-885-4531 ADDITIONAL SERVICES: Spring ISD Even Start 281-885-4560 • Harris County Social Services 281-885-4591 • Gulf Coast Community Services 281-397-0176 NAM also provides assistance through the Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP), Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC), Victims of Crime Act (VOCA), Office of Victim Assistance (OVAG), Homeless Prevention & Rapid Rehousing Program (HPRP), and the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). For more information on the programs and services that NAM offers or to obtain information on how to donate and/or volunteer please visit: www.namonline.org or call 281-885-4555. 8 8 childhood SCHEDULES immunization

Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (DtaP) Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) ___ Dose 1 = 2 months ___ Dose 1 = 12 to 18 months ___ Dose 2 = 4 months ___ Dose 2 = 4 to 6 years ___ Dose 3 = 6 months ___ “Catch Up” Dose = 7 to 18 years ___ Dose 4 = 15 to 18 months ___ Dose 5 = 4 to 6 years Meningococcal (MCV4) Haemophilus Influenza Type B (Hib) ___ Dose 1 = 11 to 12 years ___ Dose 1 = 2 months ___ “Catch Up” Dose = 13 to 18 years ___ Dose 2 = 4 months ___ Dose 3 = 6 months Pneumoccocal Conjugate (PCV) ___ Dose 4 = 12 to 15 months ___ Dose 1 = 2 months Hepatitis A ___ Dose 2 = 4 months ___ Dose 1 = 12 months to 24 months ___ Dose 3 = 6 months ___ Dose 2 = 2 years to 6 years ___ Dose 4 = 12 to 18 months ___ Dose 5 = 24 months to 18 years Hepatitis B ___ Dose 1 = birth Rotavirus (RV) ___ Dose 2 = 1 to 2 months ___ Dose 1 = 2 months ___ Dose 3 = 6 to 18 months ___ Dose 2 = 4 months ___ “Catch Up” Dose = 24 months to 18 years ___ Dose 3 = 6 to months Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap) ___ 3 Doses starting at age 11 ___ 11 to 12 years Inactivated Poliovirus (IPV) ___ “Catch Up” Dose = 13 to 18 years ___ Dose 1 = 2 months ___ Dose 2 = 4 months Varicella ___ Dose 3 = 6 to 18 months ___ Dose 1 = 12 to 18 months ___ Dose 4 = 4 to 6 years ___ Dose 2 = 4 to 6 years ___ “Catch Up” Dose = 7 to 18 years ___ “Catch Up” Dose = 7 to 18 years Influenza ___ Dose 1 = 6 months ___ Yearly

For more information regarding immunizations, immunization supply and contraindications for immunizations visit: www.cdc.gov or call The National Immunization Hotline at 1-800-232-2522 (English) • 1-800-232-0233 (Spanish)

8 9 9 publicschools

Conroe ISD Elementary Schools Junior High Schools

Administration...... 936-709-7751 Giesinger...... 936-709-2600 Irons...... 936-709-8500 Athletics...... 936-709-7888 Glen Loch...... 281-298-4900 Knox...... 832-592-8400 Career & Technology...... 936-709-7821 Hailey...... 832-663-4100 McCullough...... 832-592-5100 Communications...... 936-709-7707 Houser...... 832-663-4000 Moorhead...... 936-709-2400 Curriculum Houston...... 936-709-5100 Peet...... 936-709-3700 & Instruction...... 936-709-7822 Kaufman...... 832-592-5600 Washington...... 936-709-7400 Discipline Alternative... 936-709-8100 Lamar...... 832-592-5800 York...... 832-592-8600 Food Services...... 936-709-8193 Milam...... 936-709-5200 Human Resources...... 936-709-7709 Oak Ridge...... 832-592-5900 HIGH SCHOOLS Juvenile Detention...... 936-538-3420 Powell...... 936-709-1700 Security/Police...... 936-709-8911 Reaves...... 936-709-5400 Academy of Science & Special Education...... 936-709-7672 Rice...... 936-709-2700 Health Professions...... 936-709-5731 Superintendent...... 936-709-7701 Ride...... 281-465-2800 Academy of Science Technology...... 936-709-7658 Runyan...... 936-709-2800 & Technology...... 936-709-3250 Transportation...... 936-709-7940 San Jacinto...... 281-465-7700 Caney Creek...... 936-709-2000 Snyder...... 832-663-4400 Conroe...... 936-709-5700 Elementary Schools Tough K-6...... 281-465-5900 9th Grade Campus...... 936-709-4000 Wilkinson...... 936-709-1500 Hauke Academic Anderson...... 936-709-5300 Alternative...... 936-709-3420 Armstrong...... 936-709-3400 Intermediate Schools Oak Ridge ...... 832-592-5300 Austin...... 936-709-8400 9th Grade Campus...... 281-465-5000 Birnham Woods...... 832-663-4200 Bozman...... 936-709-1800 The Woodlands...... 936-709-1200 Broadway...... 281-465-2900 Collins...... 281-298-3800 9th Grade Campus...... 832-592-8200 Buckalew...... 281-465-3400 Cox...... 281-465-3200 The Woodlands Bush...... 936-709-1600 Cryar...... 936-709-7300 College Park...... 936-709-3000 Creighton...... 936-709-2900 Grangerland...... 936-709-3500 David...... 281-298-4700 Mitchell...... 832-592-8500 NIGHT SCHOOL Deretchin K-6...... 832-592-8700 Travis...... 936-709-7000 Ford...... 832-592-5700 Vogel...... 832-663-4300 North County Campus....936-709-5759 Galatas...... 936-709-5000 Wilkerson...... 832-592-8900 South County Campus...936-709-7216

2014-2015 student calendar www.conroeisd.net

First Day of Classes Spring Break Staff Development August 25 March 16-20 August 15-21 February 16 Labor Day Student Holiday September 1 April 3 Inclement Weather Days Thanksgiving Memorial Day February 16 • June 5 November 24-28 May 25 Winter Break Last Day of Classes End of Grading Periods December 22-January 5 June 4 1st Semester (9 Weeks) 1st - October 17 Student Early Release Martin Luther King 2nd - December 19 January 19 October 17 • December 19 2st Semester (9 Weeks) President’s Day Teacher Work Days 3rd - March 13 February 16 Aug. 22 • Jan 5 • June 5 4th - June 4

10 10 magnolia ISD

Administration...... 281-356-3571 Athletics...... 281-356-3571 2014-2015 student calendar Curriculum & Instruction...... 281-252-3571 Food Services...... 281-252-2231 Human Resources...... 281-356-3571 MAGNOLIA www.magnoliaisd.org Special Education...... 281-252-2111 Superintendent...... 281-356-3571 First Day Of Classes August 25 Tax Office...... 281-259-9805 Technology...... 281-252-1005 Labor Day Holiday September 1 Transportation...... 281-252-2221 Thanksgiving Break November 24 - 28 Elementary Schools Winter Break December 22 - January 2 Martin Luther King January 19 Bear Branch...... 281-356-4771 Ellisor...... 281-252-7400 Spring Break March 16 - 20 Lyon...... 281-356-8115 Easter Friday April 3 Magnolia...... 281-356-6434 Memorial Day May 25 Magnolia Parkway...... 281-252-7440 Last Day of Classes June 2 Nichols Sawmill...... 281-252-2133 Smith...... 281-252-2300 Student Early Release Dec 19 • June 2 Williams...... 281-356-6866 Inclement Weather Days Feb 16 & June 3 Intermediate Schools Professional Development Aug 15 - 22 • Oct 6 • Jan 5 Bear Branch 6th Grade...... 281-252-2031 End of Grading Periods Magnolia 6th Grade...... 281-252-2033 Junior High Schools 1st Semester (9 Weeks) 2nd Semester (9 Weeks) Bear Branch...... 281-356-6088 October 24 March 27 Magnolia...... 281-356-1327 Jan 16 June 2 High Schools ALPHA Academy...... 281-252-2265 Magnolia...... 281-356-3572 montgomery www.misd.org Magnolia West...... 281-252-2550 First Day of Classes August 25 Labor Day Holiday September 1 montgomery isd Student Holiday October 13 Thanksgiving Holiday November 24 - 28 Administration...... 936-582-1333 Winter Break December 22 - January 2 Athletics...... 936-597-6046 Career & Technical Education...... 936-597-6401 Student Holiday January 16 College & Career Counselor...... 936-597-3166 Martin Luther King January 19 Curriculum & Instruction...... 936-582-7810 Student Holiday February 16 Finance & Support Services...... 936-597-6056 Spring Break March 9 - 13 Food Services...... 936-597-6056 Human Resources...... 936-582-1333 Good Friday April 3 Maintenance...... 936-597-6606 Memorial Day Holiday May 25 Security/Police...... 936-597-3034 Last Day of Classes June 4 Special Education...... 936-597-6407 High School Graduation TBA Superintendent...... 936-582-1333 Tax Office...... 936-539-7897 Staff Development Days Aug. 15 - 22, Oct. 13, Technology...... 936-597-3400 Jan. 16, Feb. 16, June 5 Transportation...... 936-597-6659 Inclement Weather Days Feb 16 & May 25 Elementary Schools Early Release Days Oct. 10, Dec. 19, Jan. 14 - 15, Lone Star ...... 936-588-6100 June 3 - 4 Madeley Ranch...... 936-582-7500 Montgomery...... 936-597-6333 End of Grading Periods Stewart Creek...... 936-582-5330 Intermediate Schools 1st Semester (JH & HS) 2nd Semester (JH & HS) Montgomery 5th Grade...... 936-597-6494 Oct 3 • Nov 14 • Jan 15 Feb 27 • Apr 17 • June 4 Montgomery 6th Grade...... 936-597-7070 1st Semester (ES & 6th) 2nd Semester (ES & 6th) Junior High Schools Oct 24 • Jan 15 Mar 27 • June 4 Montgomery...... 936-582-6400 High Schools Montgomery Senior ...... 936-597-6401 10 11 11 Montgomery ISD Instruction/Special Education Montgomery ISD District Office Montgomery ISD Technology 1 700 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr (Annex behind MIS) 6 13159 Walden Road, Montgomery, TX 77356 13 13759 Liberty Street, Montgomery TX 77316 Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 582-1333 (936) 597-3400 • Fax: (936) 597-6409 (936) 532-7810 • Fax: (936) 567-7922 Superintendent: Beau Rees Network Operations Manager: Jerry Krusleski Elem. Education: Wendy Graves Sec. Education: Sheryl Moore 7 Madeley Ranch Elementary (PK-4) 14 Montgomery High School Spec. Education: Kim Howze 3500 Madeley Ranch Road, Montgomery, TX 77356 22825 Hwy 105 West, Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 582-7500 • Fax: (936) 582-7505 Senior Campus: (936) 597-6407 • Fax: (935) 597-6418 Principal: Andrea Smith (936) 597-6401 • Fax: (936) 597-6415 Montgomery Intermediate School (5) 9th grade Campus: 2 Lone Star Elementary (PK – 4) (936) 597-2000 • Fax: (936) 597-2015 700 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr 8 16600 FM 2854, Montgomery, TX 77316 Principal: Phil Eaton Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 588-6100 • Fax: (936) 588-5941 (936) 567-6494 • Fax: (936) 597-6497 Principal: Carolyn Fiaschetti Montgomery ISD Athletic Principal: Mallory Kirby 15 Facility/Aquatic Center Montgomery ISD Transportation Center 22628 Hwy 105 West, Montgomery, TX 77356 3 Montgomery Elementary School (PK-4) 9 13900 Liberty Street, Montgomery, TX 77316 (936) 597-6046 • Fax: (936) 597-6419 20774 Eva St., Montgomery, TX 77356 (936) 597-6659 • Fax: (936) 597-3034 Athletic Director: Clint Heard (936) 597-6333 • Fax: (936) 597-6339 Director: Mike Foster Principal: Jada Mullins Transportation Satellite Location Montgomery Junior High School (7-8) 10 15696 Bear Cub Drive, Montgomery, TX 77316 Mascot: Bears 4 19000 Stewart Creek Rd, Montgomery TX 77356 Colors: Purple & Gold (936) 582-6400 • Fax: (936) 582-6329 Montgomery Middle School (6) 11 13755 Liberty Street, Montgomery, TX 77316 Principal: Duane McFadden Montgomery ISD Office (936) 597-7070 • Fax: (936) 597-7074 13159 Walden Road Stewart Creek Elementary (PK-4) Principal: Amy Busby Montgomery, TX 77356 5 Phone: 936-582-1333 18990 Stewart Creek Road, Montgomery, TX 77356 12 Montgomery ISD Maintenance (Behind MMS) (936) 582-5355 Fax: (936) 582-5360 13763 Liberty Street, Montgomery, TX 77316 Principal: Judy Drummond (936) 597-6606 • Fax: (936) 597-6658 www.misd.org District Lead Maintenance: Jody Davis 12 12 colleges &universities

Abilene Christian University...... 800-460-6228 Stephen F Austin State University.... 936-468-2011 www.acu.edu www.sfasu.edu Art Institute of Houston...... 800-275-4244 Sul Ross State University...... 888-722-7778 www.artinstitutes.edu/houston www.sulross.edu Austin Community College...... 512-223-7000 Tarleton State University...... 254-968-9121 www.austincc.edu www.tarleton.edu ...... 800-BAYLORU Temple College...... 800-460-4636 www.baylor.edu www.templejc.edu Baylor College of Medicine...... 713-798-4951 Texas A & M University...... 979-458-0427 www.bcm.edu www.tamu.edu Blinn College...... 979-830-4000 Texas A & M Galveston...... 877-322-4443 www.blinn.edu www.tamug.edu Hardin-Simmons University...... 877-GO-HSUTX Texas Christian University...... 817-257-7490 www.hsutx.edu www.tcu.edu Houston Baptist University...... 800-969-3210 Texas Southern University...... 713-313-7011 www.hbu.edu www.tsu.edu Houston Community College...... 713-718-2000 Texas State Tech College...... 800-792-8784 www.hccs.edu www.waco.tstc.edu ...... 409-880-8888 Texas State University San Marcos... 512-245-2364 www.lamar.edu www.txstate.edu LeTourneau University...... 800-759-8811 Texas Tech University...... 806-742-1480 www.letu.edu www.ttu.edu Prairie View A & M University...... 936-857-3311 Texas Wesleyan University...... 817-531-4444 www.pvamu.edu www.txwes.edu ...... 713-348-0000 Texas Woman’s University...... 888-948-9984 www.rice.edu www.twu.edu Sam Houston State University...... 936-294-1111 ...... 713-743-1010 www.shsu.edu www.uh.edu San Jacinto College...... 281-458-4050 University of Mary Hardin-Baylor..... 800-727-8642 www.sanjac.edu www.umhb.edu South of Law...... 713-659-8040 University of North Texas...... 800-UNT-8211 www.stcl.edu www.unt.edu Southern Methodist University...... 214-768-2000 University of St Thomas...... 800-856-8565 www.smu.edu www.stthom.edu Southwestern University...... 800-252-3166 University of Texas...... 512-475-7399 www.southwestern.edu www.utexas.edu St Mary’s University...... 800-367-7868 Vet Tech Institute of Houston...... 800-275-2736 www.stmarytx.edu houston.vettechinstitute.edu

For a complete list of all public & private colleges, community colleges & universities in the State of Texas please visit the following websites: www.window.state.tx.us/scholars/schools • www.univsource.com/tx For information on everything you need to know about preparing for, applying for & paying for college or technical school please visit www.collegeforalltexans or thecb.state.tx.us or contact Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board at 512-427-6101 for general information. For Student Services (loans, grants & special programs) call 800-242-3062.

12 13 13 lonestarCOLLEGE SYSTEM Our Mission & Purpose: Lone Star College System, as a publicly supported, two-year, comprehensive community college system, involves diverse individuals, businesses and the community in quality education opportunities for the successful development of knowledge, skills and attitudes for a rapidly changing world. Campuses 2014-2015 Academic Calendar Cy-Fair 2014 Fall Semester 2015 Spring Semester (Cont’d) 9191 Barker Cypress Rd. Registration Begins...... Apr 9 MLK Holiday (colleges closed)...... Jan 19 Cypress, Tx 77433 Full Payment Due for Pre-Register Official Day...... Jan 26 281-290-3200 (Fall 2014)...... Aug 15 Mid-Semester Break (offices closed) Faculty Return...... Aug 18 (Technology Maintenance Window)...... Mar 9-15 Corporate College Last Day to Register/Pay Last Day to Drop & Receive “W” ...... Apr 2 20515 SH 249 Bldg. 11 Ste. 11200 (Fall 2014)...... Aug 23 Spring Holiday Houston, Tx 77070 Weekday Classes Begin...... Aug 25 (offices closed)...... Apr 3-5 281-296-7827 Labor Day Holiday Final Exams...... May 4-10 (No classes)...... Aug 30-Sept 1 Grades due in MyLoneStar (4pm)...... May 12 Kingwood Fri Evening, Sat & Sun Commencement...... May 8-9 20000 Kingwood Dr. Classes Begin...... Sept 5-7 Kingwood, Tx 77339 Official Day...... Sept 8 2015 Summer Semester Last Day to Drop & Receive “W” ...... Nov 10 Registration Begins 281-312-1600 Registration Begins (May Mini-Term & Summer)...... Mar 4 Montgomery (Winter Mini-Term & Spring 2014).....Nov 17 Full Payment Due for 3200 College Park Dr. Thanksgiving Holidays Pre-Registered May Mini Term...... May 1 (Colleges close at 4:30pm, Nov 26)...... Nov 27-30 Last Day to Register/Pay Conroe, Tx 77384 Full Payment Due for Pre-Register for May Mini Term...... May 8 936-273-7000 (Winter Mini-Term)...... Dec 5 Mini-Term...... May 11-31 North Harris Final Exams...... Dec 8-14 Full Payment Due for Last Day to Register/Pay Pre-Registered Summer Classes..... May 15 2700 W.W. Thorne Dr. (Winter Mini-Term)...... Dec 12 Memorial Day Holiday Houston, Tx 77073-3499 Winter Mini Term (3 week)...... Dec 15-Jan 4 (colleges closed)...... May 23-25 281-618-5400 Winter Mini Term (4 week)...... Dec 15-Jan 11 Last Day to Drop & Receive “W” Winter Holidays (offices closed).....Dec 22-Jan 4 (May Mini-Term) ...... May 26 LSC-Online Winter Holidays (Mini-Term)...... Dec 25-Jan 1 Last Day to Register/Pay 20515 SH 249 Last Day to Drop & Receive “W” (Summer 1 & Full Length Summer)..... May 29 Houston, Tx 77070 (3 week Mini-Term)...... Dec 29 Grades due in MyLoneStar (4pm) 281-290-2637 Last Day to Drop & Receive “W” (May Mini-Term)...... June 2 (4 week Mini-Term)...... Jan 5 Summer Term Begins...... June 1 Tomball Grades due in MyLoneStar (4pm) First Summer Session...... June 1-July 7 30555 Tomball Parkway (3 week Mini-Term)...... Jan 6 Weekend Classes Begin...... June 5-7 Tomball, Tx 77375 Grades due in MyLoneStar (4pm) Last Day to Drop & Receive “W” 281-351-3300 (4 week Mini-Term)...... Jan 13 (1st Summer)...... June 23 Independence Day Holiday University Center 2015 Spring Semester (colleges closed)...... July 2-5 3232 College Park Dr. Registration Begins...... Nov 17 Last Day to Register/Pay The Woodlands, Tx 77384 Offices Open...... Jan 5 (Summer II)...... July 8 936-321-4500 Full Payment Due for Grades due in MyLoneStar (4pm) Pre-Registered Spring Classes...... Jan 6 (Summer I)...... July 9 University Park Faculty Return...... Jan 5 Second Summer Session...... July 9-Aug 16 20515 SH 249 Last Day to Register/Pay Last Day to Drop & Receive “W” Houston, Tx 77070 for Spring Classes...... Jan 10 (2nd Summer)...... Aug 4 281-290-2637 Weekday Classes Begin...... Jan 12 Summer Term Ends...... Aug 16 Fri Evening, Sat & Sun Grades due in MyLoneStar (4pm) Classes Begin...... Jan 16-18 (Summer II)...... Aug 18 www.lonestar.edu 14 14 collegeathletic FACILITIES & TICKET INFO Baylor University Nickname: Bears Mascot: Judge Joy & Judge Lady (live bears)/Bruiser(costumed) Colors: Green & Gold NCAA Division I, For Ticket Info: 254-710-1000 www.baylorbears.com Texas A & M University • Floyd Casey Stadium Nickname: Aggies Campuses • The Ferrell Center Mascot: VIII • Colors: Maroon & White • Getterman Stadium NCAA Division I-A, • Hart-Patterson Track Complex For Ticket Info: 888-992-4443 • Betty Lou Mays Soccer Field www.aggieathletics.com • Hurd Tennis Center • Aggie Soccer Stadium • Aggie Softball Complex • Gilliam Indoor Track Stadium at McFerrin Houston Baptist University Athletic Center Nickname: Huskies • Colors: Royal Blue & Orange • Mitchell Tennis Center NCAA Division I, Great West Conference • Olsen Field For Ticket Info: 281-649-3205 • www.hbuhuskies.com • Frank & Lucille Sharp Gymnasium • Huskey Field Texas Southern University • Randy & Cheryl Sorrels Field Nickname: Tigers or Lady Tigers • Strake Jesuit Preparatory Academy Colors: Maroon & Gray NCAA Division I, Southwestern Conference For Ticket Info: 713-313-4263 Prairie View A & M University www.tsu.edu Nickname: Panthers • Alexander Durley Sports Complex Colors: Purple & Gold • East Downtown Stadium (new home of the TSU Tigers) NCAA Division I, Southwestern Conference (West Division) • H & P E Arena For Ticket Info: 936-261-1392 • MacGregor Park www.pvamu.edu • Memorial Park • Edward L. Blackshear Field • Reliant Stadium • William “Billy” J. Nicks Building University of Houston Rice University Nickname: Cougars Nickname: Owls Mascot: Mascot: Sammy the Owl Colors: Scarlet Red & Albino White Colors: Blue & Gray NCAA Division I, Conference USA NCAA Division I, Conference USA For Ticket Info: 877-268-4275 For Ticket Info: 713-522-6957 www.uhcougars.com riceowls.cstv.com • Cougar Field • • Cougar Softball Stadium • Rice Stadium • CRWC Natatorium • • Hofheinz Pavilion • John E Hoff Courts • Sam Houston State University • Tom Tellez Track Nickname: Bearkats Mascot: Colors: Orange & White University of Texas NCAA Division I, Nickname: Longhorns For Ticket Info: 936-294-1729 Mascot: Bevo www.gobearkats.com Colors: Burnt Orange & White • Bearkat Softball Stadium NCAA Division I, Big 12 Conference (South Division) • Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum For Ticket Info: 800-982-2386 • Don Sanders Baseball Stadium www.texassports.com • Elliott T. • Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium • Joseph Pritchett Field @ Joe Jamail Field • Kelly & Ina May McAdams Tennis Center • Denton A. Cooley Pavilion • Meredith & Miriam York Track & Field Center • Frank C. Erwin Jr. Special Events Center • Frank Denius Fields • Gregory Gymnasium Stephen F. Austin State University • Lee & Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center Nickname: Lumberjacks & Ladyjacks • Mike A. Myers Track & Soccer Stadium Colors: Purple, White & Red • Moncrief - Neuhaus Athletic Center NCAA Division I, Southland Conference • Penick - Allison Tennis Center For Ticket Info: 936-468-5225 • Red & Charline McCombs Field sfajacks.cstv.com • Red McCombs Red Zone • Fletcher Garner Track • Reese M. Rowling Hall • • Texas Rowing Center • SFA Tennis Complex • The University of Texas Golf Club & Academy • William R. Johnson Coliseum • UFCU Disch - Falk Field 14 15 15 HOUSTONASTROS 2014 Regular Season Schedule Tue, 4/1 Yankees Thu, 5/29 Orioles Thu, 7/31 Blue Jays Wed, 4/2 Yankees Fri, 5/30 Orioles Fri, 8/1 Blue Jays Thu, 4/3 Yankees Sat, 5/31 Orioles Sat, 8/2 Blue Jays Fri, 4/4 Angels Sun, 6/1 Orioles Sun, 8/3 Blue Jays Sat, 4/5 Angels Tue, 6/3 Angels Tue, 8/5 @ Phillies Sun, 4/6 Angels Wed, 6/4 Angels Wed, 8/6 @ Phillies Mon, 4/7 Angels Thu, 6/5 Angels Thu, 8/7 @ Phillies Tue, 4/8 @ Blue Jays Fri, 6/6 @ Twins Fri, 8/8 Rangers Wed, 4/9 @ Blue Jays Sat, 6/7 @ Twins Sat, 8/9 Rangers Thu, 4/10 @ Blue Jays Sun, 6/8 @ Twins Sun, 8/10 Rangers Fri, 4/11 @ Rangers Mon, 6/9 @ D-backs Mon, 8/11 Twins Sat, 4/12 @ Rangers Tue, 6/10 @ D-backs Tue, 8/12 Twins Sun, 4/13 @ Rangers Wed, 6/11 D-backs Wed, 8/13 Twins Tue, 4/15 Royals Thu, 6/12 D-backs Thu, 8/14 @ Red Sox Wed, 4/16 Royals Fri, 6/13 Rays Fri, 8/15 @ Red Sox Thu, 4/17 Royals Sat, 6/14 Rays Sat, 8/16 @ Red Sox Fri, 4/18 @ Athletics Sun, 6/15 Rays Sun, 8/17 @ Red Sox 2005 National Sat, 4/19 @ Athletics Tue, 6/17 @ Nationals Tue, 8/19 @ Yankees Sun, 4/20 @ Athletics Wed, 6/18 @ Nationals Wed, 8/20 @ Yankees League Champions Mon, 4/21 @ Mariners Thu, 6/19 @ Rays Thu, 8/21 @ Yankees Tue, 4/22 @ Mariners Fri, 6/20 @ Rays Fri, 8/22 @ Indians Wed, 4/23 @ Mariners Sat, 6/21 @ Rays Sat, 8/23 @ Indians NL Pennant Thu, 4/24 Athletics Sun, 6/22 @ Rays Sun, 8/24 @ Indians Fri, 4/25 Athletics Tues, 6/24 Braves Mon, 8/25 Athletics Sat, 4/26 Athletics Wed, 6/25 Braves Tue, 8/26 Athletics NL Central Division Titles Sun, 4/27 Athletics Thu, 6/26 Braves Wed, 8/27 Athletics Tue, 4/29 Nationals Fri, 6/27 Tigers Thu, 8/28 Rangers Wed, 4/30 Nationals Sat, 6/28 Tigers Fri, 8/29 Rangers 2001 • 1999 • 1998 • 1997 Fri, 5/2 Mariners Sun, 6/29 Tigers Sat, 8/30 Rangers Sat, 5/3 Mariners Mon, 6/30 Mariners Sun, 8/31 Rangers Sun, 5/4 Mariners Tue, 7/1 Mariners Tue, 9/2 Angels Mon, 5/5 @ Tigers Wed, 7/2 Mariners Wed, 9/3 Angels TICKETS: Tue, 5/6 @ Tigers Thu, 7/3 @ Angels Fri, 9/5 @ Athletics Wed, 5/7 @ Tigers Fri, 7/4 @ Angels Sat, 9/6 @ Athletics Thu, 5/8 @ Tigers Sat, 7/5 @ Angels Sun, 9/7 @ Athletics Fri, 5/9 @ Orioles Sun, 7/6 @ Angels Mon, 9/8 @ Mariners 713-259-8500 Sat, 5/10 @ Orioles Mon, 7/7 @ Rangers Tue, 9/9 @ Mariners houston.astros.mlb.com Sun, 5/11 @ Orioles Tue, 7/8 @ Rangers Wed, 9/10 @ Mariners Mon, 5/12 Rangers Wed, 7/9 @ Rangers Fri, 9/12 @ Angels Tue, 5/13 Rangers Fri, 7/11 Red Sox Sat, 9/13 @ Angels Wed, 5/14 Rangers Sat, 7/12 Red Sox Sun, 9/14 @ Angels Fri, 5/16 White Sox Sun, 7/13 Red Sox Mon, 9/15 Indians Minute Maid Park Box Office is located on Texas Avenue. Sat, 5/17 White Sox Fri, 7/18 @ White Sox Tue, 9/16 Indians During the season, its hours are 8:30 am - 5:30 pm on Sun, 5/18 White Sox Sat, 7/19 @ White Sox Wed, 9/17 Indians Mon, 5/19 @ Angels Sun, 7/20 @ White Sox Thu, 9/18 Indians weekdays and 9:00 am - 3:00 pm on Saturdays. It will also Tue, 5/20 @ Angels Tue, 7/22 @ Athletics Fri, 9/19 Mariners remain open through all home baseball games until 30 Wed, 5/21 @ Angels Wed, 7/23 @ Athletics Sat, 9/20 Mariners minutes after the final out. On Sunday game days, the box Thu, 5/22 @ Mariners Thu, 7/24 @ Athletics Sun, 9/21 Mariners office opens at 9:00 am. These game hours also apply to Fri, 5/23 @ Mariners Fri, 7/25 Marlins Mon, 9/22 @ Rangers Sat, 5/24 @ Mariners Sat, 7/26 Marlins Tue, 9/23 @ Rangers the Advance Ticket Sales Windows at Sections 112 and 323. Sun, 5/25 @ Mariners Sun, 7/27 Marlins Wed, 9/24 @ Rangers For the offseason, the Box Office hours are Mon, 5/26 @ Royals Mon, 7/28 Athletics Fri, 9/26 @ Mets 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Tue, 5/27 @ Royals Tue, 7/29 Athletics Sat, 9/27 @ Mets Wed, 5/28 @ Royals Wed, 7/30 Athletics Sun, 9/28 @ Mets Astros Retired Numbers

5 - JEFF BAGWELL 7 - Craig Biggio 24 - Jimmy Wynn 25 - Jose Cruz Retired By Astros in 2007 Retired By Astros in 2008 Retired By Astros in 2005 Retired By Astros in 1992 32 - Jim Umbricht 33 - Mike Scott 34 - Nolan Ryan 40 - Don Wilson Retired By Astros in 1965 Retired By Astros in 1992 Retired By Astros in 1996 Retired By Astros in 1975 42 - Jackie Robinson 49 - Larry Dierker Retired Throughout Baseball in 1997 16 16 501 Crawford St • Houston, Tx 77002 Info: 713-259-8000 • www.astros.com Tickets: 713-259-8500 Astros Tickets: 1-800-ASTROS-2 minutemaid PARK Box Office Hours/Will Call: During the season Mon-Fri 8am - 6pm & for one half hour after end of game. Will Call orders can be picked up at the Texas Avenue Box Office 48 hoursafter ordering.

Facts & Figures Distances From Plate Left field - 315 feet Left-center - 362 feet Center field - 435 feet Deepest point - 436 feet Right-center - 373 feet Right field - 326 feet Height of Wall Left field - 19 feet Left-center - 25 feet Center field - 10 feet Deepest point - 10 feet Right-center - 10 feet Right field - 7 feet Seating TOTAL - 40,963 Diamond Club - 297 Insperity Club - 167 Dugout - 6,322 Field Boxes - 9,392 Crawford Boxes - 681 Bullpen Boxes - 2,236 Center Field Patio - 106 Club Level - 4,798 Mezzanine - 2,334 Suite Level - 880 Terrace Deck - 3,254 Upper Deck - 7,547 Outfield Deck - 2,949 Size Gross Square Footage - 28.97 acres Total Square Footage - 1,263,240 sq ft Building Height - 93 feet To Minute Maid Park/Diamond Club Lot/East End from: FROM I-45 NORTH TRAVELING SOUTH Continue south until you reach I-10. ground rules Exit on to I-10 East. Quickly merge on to US-59 South. • Camera Wells: Ball hits camera - DEAD BALL. Quickly exit Hamilton/Downtown Destinations • If hits rail and/or padding - IN PLAY. and continue straight to Preston. • Ledge of signs behind home plate - IN PLAY. At Hamilton and Preston, you will take a right • Ball lodges under or behind tarp - DEAD BALL. into the Diamond Club parking lot. • Ball lodges on top of outfield padding - TWO BASES. If you intersect with Texas Ave., you’ve gone too far. • Ball goes through or lodges in out-of-town scoreboard - TWO BASES. • Ball hits fence above yellow line, or top of railing in left center field - HOME RUN. To Minute Maid Park/Union Station/West End from: • Hits screen in left center - IN PLAY. FROM I-45 NORTH TRAVELING SOUTH • Hits wall and bounces into bullpen - HOME RUN. Continue south until you reach I-10. • Ball hits flagpole and leaves field - HOME RUN. Exit on to I-10 East. • Ball remains on field - IN PLAY. Ball hits flag pole, bounces on ground and then over fence - TWO BASES. Quickly merge on to US-59 South. • Ball strikes roof in fair territory - IN PLAY striking point on ground. Exit Hamilton/Downtown Destinations and continue on Ball strikes roof in foul territory - DEAD BALL. Hamilton straight to Capitol. • Ball hits centerfield bullpen tall fence, carries over small fence into Turn right onto Capital, then right onto Crawford. stands - HOME RUN. Union Station is at the intersection of Texas and Crawford. 16 17 17 HOUSTON TEXANS

AFC South Division Champions 2011 • 2012 Congratulations Texans! First Back-to-Back Division Titles In Team History!

2014 PreSeason Schedule Sat 8/9 @ Cardinals 7:30pm Sat 8/23 @ Broncos 8:00pm Sat 8/16 Falcons 7:00pm Thurs 8/28 49ers 7:00pm 2014 Regular Season Schedule

Sun 9/7 Redskins 12:00pm FOX Sun 11/2 Eagles 12:00pm FOX Sun 9/14 @ Raiders 3:25pm CBS Sun 11/16 @ Browns 12:00pm CBS Sun 9/21 @ Giants 12:00pm CBS Sun 11/23 Bengals 12:00pm CBS Sun 9/28 Bills 12:00pm CBS Sun 11/30 Titans 12:00pm CBS Sun 10/5 @ Cowboys 12:00pm CBS Sun 12/7 @ Jaguars 12:00pm CBS Thurs 10/9 Colts 7:25pm CBS Sun 12/14 @ Colts 12:00pm CBS Mon 10/20 @ Steelers 7:30pm ESPN Sun 12/21 Ravens 12:00pm CBS Sun 10/26 @ Titans 12:00pm CBS Sun 12/28 Jaguars 12:00pm CBS Texans Tailgating The Houston Texans not only allow tailgating, it is encouraged! The following is a list of guidelines to help make your tailgating party a great success:

• All Parking lots (except for platinum) will open four hours prior to kickoff. • In order to ensure the safety of our fans, no golf carts, Segways, motorized coolers, • All parking at Reliant Stadium will require a pre-purchased parking hangtag; you will skateboards, bicycles, or large balloons will be allowed for use by fans in the parking lots. not be able to buy any additional parking at the gate. • Reliant Stadium and the Houston Texans do not grant the right to display advertising, • Parking is first-come, first-served for the first hour; saving spots will not be allowed. banners or signs, or distribute promotional items on property. Fans may be asked to If you would like to tailgate near friends, please arrive together. remove inappropriate banners or signs. • Reliant Stadium entrance gates will open 90 minutes prior to kickoff. • All cooking equipment shall be situated away from crowds, buildings, vehicles or • Tailgating will be limited to one 8’ x 16’ space for each valid parking hangtag, and combustible materials. A minimum clearance distance of 3 feet is required. must not cross over into the drive lane designated by the blue lines down each aisle. • A minimum class 2A-10B:C fire extinguisher with a current service tag is required at each • RV’s, buses, and oversized vehicles will need to pre-purchase a minimum of two cooking area. parking spots and need to park in the designated RV areas in each lot. • LP-gas cooking appliances shall be UL listed and approved for use. LP-gas cylinders • If you plan to extend sides or set chairs outside of your RV or Bus you will need shall be secured in an upright position to keep from falling and positioned to prevent parking hangtags in addition to the ones for the space that will be used by you vehicle. impact from vehicle traffic. Portable generators are not to be filled while running and • Barbecues in tow will also be required to have an additional pre-purchased hangtag. fuel must be in a UL listed safety can (2 gal. max). Portable generators and fuel must be You will not be allowed to buy one at the gate. stored away from cooking appliances. • No Music system speakers may exceed 18” tall and 12” wide. • Guests are welcome to continue tailgating up to one hour after the end of the game. • Music speakers my not produce sound greater than 68 decibels in accordance to the However, in some instances guests may be asked to clear the parking lots before that time. City of Houston sound ordinance Sections 30.1-30.9 • Any violation of the fire safety regulations will be subject to citations being issued by • Liquid charcoal starter or other flammable liquids are strictly prohibited. Charcoal the City of Houston Fire Inspector. may be started with an electrical starter designed for this purpose or quick starting • For any further information regarding these guidelines or any other questions on the charcoal is recommended. Open flames are allowed but all barbecue pits left day of the game please call 832-667-1400. unattended must be extinguished. • The Houston Texans reserve the right to revoke the season parking pass of those who do • Ash containers, trash containers and port-o-lets are located in each lot. not comply with these guidelines. • Hot ashes, cinders, smothering coal, disposable LP-gas cylinders or other hot Remember, H-E-B Tailgater of the Game judges will be roaming materials must be disposed of in the Orange dumpsters only. the parking lots looking for the next big winner! Please visit • Trash must be disposed of the in the Green dumpsters only. HoustonTexans.com for more information on the H-E-B Tailgater • For safety purposes, all tents, chairs, etc. must be put away before entering Reliant Stadium. of the Game contest and how you can participate.

TEXANS MISSION: Our mission is to create and maintain the most respected and most valuable professional sports franchise in the world. Contact Info: Offices are located in Reliant Stadium and are open for business year - round, Mon-Fri from 8:30am to 5:30pm. Administrative Office: 832-667-2000 Gameday Service Hotline: 832-667-1400 Customer Service: 866-468-3926 • [email protected] Mailing Address: Houston Texans Ticket Office: 866-468-3926 • Fax: 832-667-2191 • [email protected] Reliant Stadium, Reliant Park Administrative Office: 832-667-2000 Two Reliant Park Ticketmaster: 713-629-3700 • www.ticketmaster.com Houston, Tx 77054-1573

18 18 One Reliant Park Houston, Tx 77054 Info: 832-667-1400 • www.reliantpark.com reliantstadium

Houston Texans Two Reliant Park, Houston, Tx 77054 www.houstontexans.com 832-667-2000 Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo P.O. Box 20070, Houston, Tx 77225 www.rodeohouston.com or www.hlsr.com 832-667-1000 Tickets: 1-800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com

Parking Facts & Figures • Total square footage: 1.9 million square feet • Seating Capacity: 71,500 • 97,000 sq. ft. of natural grass playing surface Retractable Roof Facts • Size of roof opening - 500’L x 385’W • Size of SuperTruss - 960’L and 50/75’W • Opening time - 10 minutes • Construction material - steel with fabric covering Suites • Lower Level (200s) - 78 suites • Club Level (300s) - 11 suites • Upper Level (400s) - 88 suites • Upper Halo (800s) - 19 suites outside view of Reliant Stadium Lounges • Main Level - 1 large lounge • Lower Suite Level - 4 small lounges, 4 large lounges Directions From the North: Take I-45 (south) or Hwy. 59 (south) to Hwy. • Club Level - 4 large bars, 16 small bars, 4 lounges 288 (south), Take Hwy. 288 (south) to 610 Loop (west), Take 610 (west) to • Upper Suite Level - 4 lounges Fannin or South Main exit, Exit and turn right on Fannin or South Main, Concession Stands From Fannin turn left on Naomi or Holly Hall, From South Main turn right • Main Level - 14 large stands on McNee, Enter main gate at Reliant Park. • Club Level - 4 large concessions, 4 large bars, Directions From the Galleria IH 610 East Bound: 16 small bars Exit Beechnut, Left on Beechnut to Kirby, Right on Kirby, Left on McNee • Mezzanine - 4 concessions Inside of Directions From Gulf Freeway IH 610 West Bound: Reliant Arena Suite IH 610 to 288 South, Exit Old Spanish Trail, Right on Old Spanish Trail to • Upper Level - 16 concessions Main Street, Enter into Gate 16 Yellow Lot. 18 19 19 HOUSTONROCKETS

2014 - 2015 Regular Season Schedule Available Early August @ www.nba.com/rockets

HEAD COACH: Kevin McHale (College - Minnesota) ASSISTANT COACHES: Kelvin Sampson (College - Pembroke State) J.B. Bickerstaff (College - Minnesota) • Chris Finch (College - Franklin & Marshall) • Dean Cooper (College - Aquinas) Jesse Mermuys (College - Arizona) • Greg Buckner (College - Clemson) STRENGTH-AND-CONDITIONING COACH: Darryl Eto (College-Arizona) David Macha (College- Almeda) ATHLETIC TRAINERS: Keith Jones (College - Arkansas) • Jason Biles (College-North Florida)

TEAM HISTORY YEAR W L % - - 2013-2014 54 28 .659 TICKETS 2012-2013 45 37 .549 Single Game: 1.866.446.8849 2011-2012 34 32 .515 Group Sales: 713.758.7298 2010-2011 43 39 .524 Season Tickets: 713.758.7300 2009-2010 42 40 .512 2008-2009 53 29 .646 Box Office Hours: Monday - Friday • 9am - 6pm 2007-2008 55 27 .671 Box Office is located @ Toyota Center on the 2006-2007 52 30 .634 LaBranch St. side of the arena. 2005-2006 34 48 .415 2004-2005 51 31 .622 } www.nba.com/rockets

- ROCKETS RETIRED NUMBERS - 1994 & 1995 #22 - Clyde Drexler #23 - Calvin Murphy #24 - Moses Malone NBA CHAMPIONS #34 - Hakeem Olajuwon #45 - Rudy Tomjanovich Western Conference Titles: CD - Carroll Dawson 1981 • 1986 • 1994 • 1995 - ROCKETS HALL OF FAMERS - Rick Barry • Elvin Hayes Southwest Division Titles: Calvin Murphy • Moses Malone Clyde Drexler • Charles Barkley 1977 • 1986 • 1993 • 1994 Hakeem Olajuwon

20 20 1510 Polk Street Houston, TX 77002 Phone: 713.758.7200 • Fax: 713.758.7315 toyotacenter

Toyota Center Box Office: Facts & Figures The Box Office is on the La Branch Street side of the arena. You may purchase tickets in person at the Toyota Center Box Office • Groundbreaking: July 31, 2001 during normal Box Office Hours. • First Event: October 6, 2003 (Fleetwood Mac) Box Office Hours: • Rocket’s Inaugural Game: 9am – 6pm • Monday through Friday October 30, 2003 (Rockets vs Nuggets) 10am – 6pm • Saturdays during team seasons • Total Square Feet: 750,000 (Rockets & Aeros) 10am - Event conclusion • Saturdays during • Seating Capacity: the team’s off-season, when Toyota Center is open for an event. Basketball - 18,300 Will Call: Hockey - 17,800 Guests can pick up Will Call tickets at any time during Box Concerts - up to 19,000 Office hours. Photo identification is required to pick up tickets. • Court Level: 31’8” below street level • Main Concourse Level: at street level Tickets: • Spans 6 City Blocks Individual Tickets are available by calling • High Point of Supertruss: 151’8” 1-866-446-8849, visiting the Toyota Center Box Office, visiting above court select Houston-area Randalls locations or logging on to www.houstontoyotacenter.com. • Length of Supertruss: 390’0” Season Ticket or Group Sale Orders: Toyota Center Events 713.758.7200 Directions Houston Rockets 713.627.3865 From the North via 59: Houston Aeros 713.974.7825 • Take 59 South bound towards downtown • Exit Downtown Destinations/Jackson St Parking: • Turn Right on Franklin St 2,500-space Toyota Tundra garage connected to the arena via • Turn Left onto La Branch private skybridge. 10,000 total spaces within a few blocks. • The Toyota Center main entrance is at La Branch and Polk St From the North via I-45: • Take I-45 South bound towards downtown • Exit McKinney • Turn Left onto McKinney • Turn Right onto La Branch • The Toyota Center main entrance is at La Branch and Polk St From the East via I-10: • Take I-10 West bound towards downtown • Exit San Jacinto/Main • Travel South on San Jacinto, then to Fannin • Turn Left on Rusk • Turn Right onto La Branch • The Toyota Center main entrance is at La Branch and Polk St From the West via I-10: • Take I-10 East bound towards downtown • Exit Smith St • Travel South on Smith • Turn Left on Rusk • Turn Right onto La Branch • The Toyota Center main entrance is at La Branch and Polk St 20 21 21 HOUSTONDYNAMO 2014 Season Schedule Sat, 3/08 New England Revolution Sat, 7/12 @ Toronto FC Sat, 3/15 Montreal Impact Sat, 7/19 Toronto FC Sat, 3/29 @ Vancouver Whitecaps Sun, 7/27 @ New York Red Bulls Sat, 4/5 FC Dallas Sun, 8/3 D.C. United Sat, 4/12 @ New England Revolution Sun, 8/10 @ Seattle Sounders Sat, 4/19 @ Philadelphia Union Fri, 8/15 Philadelphia Union Sun, 4/27 Portland Timbers Sat, 8/23 @ Columbus Crew Sat, 5/3 @ Chivas USA Fri, 8/29 @ Sporting Kansas City Wed, 5/7 Columbus Crew Sat, 9/6 Montreal Impact Sun, 5/11 Real Salt Lake Sat, 9/13 Columbus Crew Sat, 5/17 LA Galaxy Sat, 9/20 @ Philadelphia Union Wed, 5/21 @ D.C. United Sun, 9/28 Chicago Fire Sun, 5/25 @ San Jose Earthquakes Sat, 10/4 @ New York Red Bulls Sun, 6/1 @ Colorado Rapids Wed, 10/8 @ Toronto FC Fri, 6/6 Sporting Kansas City Sun, 10/12 D.C. United Sun, 6/29 @ Montreal Impact Thur, 10/16 New England Revolution Fri, 7/4 New York Red Bulls Fri, 10/24 @ Chicago Fire MLS Cup Champions 2006 & 2007 1st Place Western Conference 2008 & 2009 MLS Cup Runner-Up 2011 & 2012 Gameday Information Amigo Energy Soccer Fest: the official interactive fan zone of the Houston Dynamo, begins two hours before each home game and includes interactive activities, games, giveaways, live music, and food. Stop by our sponsor booths to receive free giveaways, participate in interactive games, and learn about their - TICKETS - products and services. Fans can choose from a selection of alcoholic and non- alcoholic beverages at the Bud Light Beer Garden while enjoying live entertain- ment on the Bud Light Stage. Houston’s hottest dance team, the Dynamo Girls, will be out and about to take pictures and sign autographs along with Dynamo 713.276.7500 Diesel. Gently used soccer equipment can be donated at the Dynamo Charities tent before every game.

9am - 5pm The Aztec Events & Tents VIP Club: located in the stadium’s northwest corner adjacent to Gate 7, is for club and field-side seat holders only and offers a Monday - Friday complimentary pre-game meal, with alcoholic beverages available for purchase. Fans in the VIP tent also enjoy air-conditioned comfort while preparing to cheer on the Dynamo. Suites: are located on the east side (Cullen Blvd. side) of www.houstondynamo.com Robertson Stadium and are accessible via the suite door on the main con course, located across from the main east side concession stand. Will Call Window and the Customer Service Window: are located on the east side (Cullen Blvd. side) of Robertson Stadium, near Gate 11.

Dynamo Game Concessions: offer a wide variety of food and beverages including Prince’s Hamburgers, Papa John’s Pizza and much more. 22 22 bbvacompass

Facts & Figures STADIUM

• Seating Capacity - 22,000 (7,000 lower sections) • Location - Downtown Houston, East End Box Office: • Groundbreaking - February 5, 2011 The Ticket Office is located on the north side of the stadium • Scheduled Opening - May 12, 2012 across from Section 118 on Texas Street at Bastrop Street. • Estimated Cost - $95 million • Suites - 33 main suites • 2 party suites BBVA Compass Stadium Houston Dynamo • Club Seating Capacity - 1,100 713-547-3000 • 713-276-7500 713-276-7500 • Avg. Concourse Width - 30 feet • Local vendor booths in south end zone bbvacompassstadium.com houston.mlsnet.com • Main Gates - 4 main gates • ADA Accessibility • Main Video Board Dynamo Parking • 25-ft x 40-ft LED high definition screen • Broadcast Booths - 7 (3 radio, 4 TV) • Print Media Capacity - 50 Playing Surface • Tifway 419 Bermuda grass, • 90,000 square feet • Stage - 5,000 square feet, south end zone • Locker Rooms - 1 Dynamo locker room • 4 multi-purpose team locker rooms • Site Size - 12 acres (522,720 square feet) • Building Size - 340,000 square feet • Highest Elevation - 70 feet • Exterior Skin - 94,000 square feet of aluminum panels • Panels - 50 percent open to improve air flow • Structural Concrete - 13,800 cubic yards • Structural Steel - 2,200 tons • Site Concrete - 3,200 cubic yards • Canopies - Extending 75 feet over east and west sidelines • Stage Canopy - Extending 125 feet over south end zone

Directions

From US-59 North traveling south From US-59 South, take the Jackson exit Continue onto Jackson Turn left onto Franklin Take 1st right onto St. Emanuel Turn left onto Texas BBVA Compass Stadium is on Texas between Hutchins and Dowling.

From US-59 South traveling north From US-59, take the Polk St. exit Continue on access road which will turn into Chartres Continue onto Chartres Turn right onto Texas BBVA Compass Stadium is on Texas between Hutchins and Dowling. 22 23 23 cynthiawoods Parking MITCHELL PAVILION

2005 Lake Robbins Rd. The Woodlands, Tx 77380 281.363.3300 • www.woodlandscenter.org

Facts & Figures Directions TICKETS Groundbreaking - June 1989 From Downtown Houston: Tickets can be purchased at any Pavilion Opened - April 1990 Take I-45 or the Hardy Toll Road North. Ticketmaster ticket center, including Capacity - 16,500 Exit Woodlands Parkway. Follow the signs Macy’s and Fiesta, charge by phone to the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. at 1-800-745-3000 or visit Ticketmaster Covered Seating Capacity - 6,500 at www.ticketmaster.com. Stage - 2,400 square feet From Conroe: Tickets are also available at The Take I-45 South. Exit Research Forest Dr. Pavilion Box Office during the season Proceed West to Grogan’s Mill Rd, turn left from Monday - Friday 10am - 5pm and onto Grogan’s Mill and follow the signs to on event days through intermission. The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. The Box Office is located at the North FREE guest parking is Parking: entrance of the Pavilion @ 2005 Lake Robbins Dr. available in lighted and Pre-paid, preferred parking is available in patrolled lots convenient the Gold Lot parking garage. To purchase The Pavilion Box Office handles group to The Pavilion. For most tickets for the parking garage, call sales for Performing Arts Events only. Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000 or visit For more information about group events, lots open 90 minutes any Ticketmaster Ticket Center or sales for Performing Arts Events at The prior to the performance. The Pavilion Ticket Office. Pavilion, call 281-364-3024. 24 24 marinas,rentals&storage

A April Plaza Marina I Lake Conroe Water Sports M Palms Marina 936-448-7800 936-447-3400 936-856-6423 17742 Hwy 105 W 14632 Hwy 105 W 11880 Palms Marina Rd Montgomery, TX Montgomery, TX Willis, TX aprilplazamarina.com lakeconroesplash.tv/id329.html palmsmarina.com

B Conroe Yacht Club J Lakeview Marina N Scott’s Ridge 936-441-7648 936-588-3190 Boat Ramp 425 River Road 880 Beachwalk Blvd 2 mi N of FM 1097 Montgomery, TX Conroe, TX Forest Service Rd 212 conroeyachtclub.com lakeview-marina.com O Seven Coves Marina 936-856-6111 C E-Z Boat Stg & Valet Launch K Lochness Marina & RV Park Resort Attractions 936-856-4151 936-890-5400 936-856-3010 14811 E FM 1097 14560 Calvary Rd 7021 Kingston Cove Ln Willis, TX Willis, TX Willis, TX e-zboat.com lochnessmarina.com sevencoves.net resort-attractions.com D Fisherman’s Cove Resort L North Lake Conroe 936-890-6600 Paddling Co P Stow-A-Way Marina 13260 FM 1097 936-203-2697 & RV Park Willis, TX 13988 Calvary Rd 936-856-4531 fishermanscoveresort.com Willis, TX 13988 Calvary Rd nlcpc.com Willis, TX E FM 830 Boat Ramp FM 830 W to end of rd stowawaymarina.com Q Stubblefield Boat Ramp F Inland Discount Marina Stubblefield Rd at the 936-588-1126 Lake Q #1 Marina Dr Conroe San Jacinto River bridge Montgomery, TX FM 1375 R Walden Marina inlandmarina.com 936-582-1060 G Just for Fun 12050 Melville Dr Montgomery, TX 936-448-1600 K L 17742 Hwy 105 W P waldenmarina.com Montgomery, TX S N Waterpoint Marina jfflakeconroe.com 936-788-2628 D FM 1097 C H La Torretta Lake Resort 15264 Hwy 105 W FM 149 M Walden Rd FM 830 Montgomery, TX E O 877-286-9590 R H waterpointmarina.com 600 La Torretta Blvd B League Line Rd Montgomery, TX TX 105G

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For Public Access Information to Lake Conroe visit www.lakeconroe.com/public-access 24 25 25 lake &boatingGUIDE

FACTS • There are approximately 600,000 registered boats in Texas, ranking it 6th in the country. • Texas has more square miles of inland water than any other state. • Recreational boating safety is a primary area of responsibility of Texas game wardens. The most common water safety citations are issued are for: 1. Not having enough lifejackets on board the boat. 2. Children younger than 13 not wearing a life jacket. • All children younger than 13 must wear a life jacket while in a boat less than 26 ft in length that is underway. • Game Wardens enforce the Boating While Intoxicated (BWI) law. A person who either appears to be impaired and/or has a blood alcohol level of 0.08 or higher while operating a boat can be arrested for BWI. • A person arrested for BWI may be jailed for up to 180 days, be fined as much as $2,000 or both. Additionally, the person’s drivers’ license may be automatically suspended. • Alcohol plays a role in 50 percent of all boating accidents, according to BOAT US. • Nearly 85% of boating fatality drowning victims were not wearing a life jacket. • A typical boating accident fatality involves: An open motorboat; Weekends between the hours of Noon and 7 p.m.; The victim falling overboard; and An operator between 26-50 years of age

Texas Registration Requirements Who May Operate a Vessel? Operators must meet the age and boater education The following vessels when on Texas requirements shown below in order to operate any of the public water are required to have current following vessels legally in Texas: registration, including when docked, • A powerboat powered by a motor of 15 horsepower or more moored, or stored. • A personal watercraft • All motorized boats, regardless of length • A windblown vessel over 14 feet in length. A person less than 13 years of age may operate only if he or she is • All sailboats 14 feet in length or longer or accompanied on board by a person who is 18 years of age or older. any sailboat with an auxiliary engine(s) A person 13 through 17 years of age may operate only if he or she: • USCG Documented vessels • Has passed a boater education course approved by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department or … Exempted vessels — All (non-motorized) • Is accompanied on board by a person who is 18 years of canoes, kayaks, punts, rowboats, or rubber age or older. rafts (regardless of length) when paddled, All persons required to have passed a state-approved boater poled, or oared and sailboats under 14 education course must carry with them on the vessel: feet in length when windblown. • Photographic identification, such as a driver’s license or student I.D. and • A boater education certification card issued by Texas Parks and Registration Fees: Wildlife Department upon successful completion of a boater • Less than 16 feet in length $32.00 education course. • 16 feet but less than 26 feet in length $53.00 Non-residents may fulfill the Texas boater education • 26 feet but less than 40 feet in length $110.00 requirement by supplying proof that they have passed • 40 feet or more in length $150.00 another state’s boater education course that is accepted by Texas • Livery Boat less than 16 feet in length $32.00 Parks and Wildlife Department and is NASBLA approved.

• Over 758 people died in recreational U.S. boating accidents in 2011 • Drowning was the cause of 70 percent of these deaths; 84 percent of those who drowned were not wearing life jackets. • Overall, approximately 464 lives could have been saved in 2008 if boaters had worn their life jackets. 26 26 State Parks with Some of the Best TX/OK Public Boat Ramps Has to Offer: Texoma near Sherman TX Austin near Austin TX Big Bend Region Prairies and Lakes Region Sam Rayburn Reservoir near Jasper TX Amistad Reservoir Bonham Murray near Ardmore OK Lake Balmorhea Cedar Hill Conroe near Conroe TX Cleburne Gulf Coast Region Cooper Lake Travis near Austin TX Lake O’ The Pines near Longview TX Goose Island Eisenhower Lake Corpus Christi Fairfield Lake Belton near Belton TX Lake Texana Fort Parker Eagle Mountain near Ft. Worth TX Sea Rim Lake Mineral Wells Sheldon Lake Lake Somerville Lake Whitney Hill Country Region Meridian Colorado Bend Purtis Creek Boating Resources: Inks Lake Ray Roberts Lake www.discoverboating.com Kerrville-Schreiner www.uscgboating.org South Texas Plains Region For Boater Education Classes: Panhandle Plains Region Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley www.boat-ed.com/ texas/index.html 800-830-2268 Caprock Canyons Choke Canyon Falcon www.tpwd.state.tx.us Copper Breaks 800-792-1112 Lake Arrowhead Lake Casa Blanca Lake Brownwood For Boat Registration & Titles: www.tpwd.state.tx.us Lake Colorado City 800-262-8755 Possum Kingdom Quick tips San Angelo • Always Wear A Life Jacket Piney Woods Region • Avoid Alcohol Boating Supplies: Atlanta • Be Especially Careful On Personal Watercrafts Academy Caddo Lake 888.922.2336 • Children Younger Than Age 13 Must Wear A www.academy.com • Daingerfield Bass Pro Shop Huntsville Coast Guard Approved Life Jacket While Underway www.basspro.com • 800-227-7776 Lake Bob Sandlin • Enroll In A Boater Education Class Boater’s World Lake Livingston • Don’t Overload Your Boat www.boatersworld.com • 877-690-0004 Martin Creek Lake Cabela’s • Operate At A Safe Speed Tyler www.cabelas.com • 800-237-4444 Village Creek • Always Have A Passenger Serve As A Lookout Gander Mountain In Addition To The Operator www.gandermountain.com • 888-542-6337 • Watch Out For Low Water Areas Or West Marine 800-262-8464 Submerged Objects www.westmarine.com •

Did You Know? Everyone should wear a life jacket when boating. Boaters often don’t have time to retrieve stowed life jackets during an emergency. Wearing a life jacket not only makes sense, but in many cases it’s the law. All recreational boats including canoes and kayaks must have one wearable U.S. Coast Guard-approved PFD or life jacket for each person on board. Babies, small children and non-swimmers should always wear a life jacket when near the water, not just when boating or swimming. It’s just common sense. Follow state law — and common sense — when it comes to wearing a life jacket! 26 27 27 campingguide

Camping Resources www.goodsamclub.com www.gocampingamerica.com www.tpwd.state.tx.us National Parks: www.nps.gov

The Seven C’s of Camping Care. We will care how we camp by being CHECKLIST considerate of others. • A small propane or charcoal grill with charcoal and starting Caution. We will use caution in the use of fluid or propane tank camping equipment both on the road and • Butane lighters at the campsite. We will handle fire and (preferably the longer ones used for starting fireplaces) flammable fuels so as not to endanger others • Storage containers, aluminum foil, napkins, plastic zip lock bags or ourselves. We will improve our camping • Cutting board, knife and knife sharpener skills, knowing the right way is the safest way. • Cooking utensils Courtesy. We will practice politeness because • Dishes and silverware it enhances the camping experience. We will (or use heavy plastic ones and dispose after a couple of outings) respect the privacy of others, control our • Kitchen linen (napkins, pot holders, tablecloth, towels) children and leash our dogs. • Coffee pot/tea kettle and filters, tea and coffee Cleanliness. We will be clean in our camping • Cleaning items (soap, sponge, paper towels, kitchen brushes, cleaners) habits and teach our children the importance • Paper/plastic bags for trash collection of cleanliness. We will pick up litter no matter • Several gallons of bottled water or good water filter who left it and be proud of the campsites we • Lanterns and fuel for outdoor lighting leave behind. • Outdoor furniture (stools, folding chairs, stackable chairs, etc.) Cooperation. We will observe the letter and • Outdoor sleeping gear, if desired spirit of camping regulations and rules (air mattress, ground cloth or moisture barrier, sleeping bags) established to protect our enjoyment of the • Battery powered radio (with weather bands is an excellent choice) outdoors. We will work cooperatively with • Spare batteries (9V, 6V lantern, D, C, AA, AAA) others to make it better for everyone. • Tool set (screw driver, etc.) Conservation. We will protect the • Ropes, tarps, bungee straps, tapes (electrical, duct, etc.) environment in which we enjoy camping and other items necessary to secure any gear and help those whose job it is to guard and • Small shovel, ax, level and small pails wisely manage our country’s natural resources. We will endeavor to leave a better • Wood blocks and levelers to assist in leveling your recreational vehicle outdoors for those who follow us. • Broom, mop and dust pan • An ample supply of toilet paper, toilet chemicals and tissue Common Sense. We will apply common • A good camping manual sense to every situation, knowing that reason, and humor make camping better for (if new and unfamiliar to campground procedures) ourselves and others. And Don’t Forget..... • Prescription glasses/sunglasses (and prescription in case they are lost) • Camera/film/video recorder/extra digital image storage • Stationery and stamps CAMPING RETAILERS • Address Book/PDA with phone list Academy • www.academy.com • 888.922.2336 • Cell phone, charger, instructions, accessories Bass Pro Shop • www.basspro.com • 800-227-7776 • Quarters/Dimes/Nickels Cabela’s • www.cabelas.com • 800-237-4444 • TV/Satellite manuals Camping World • www.campingworld.com • 888-626-7576 • Rock salt supply (for water softener) Coleman • www.coleman.com • 800-835-3278 • Power inverter Gander Mountain • www.gandermountain.com • 888-542-6337 • Battery jumper cables/flares/flashlight REI • www.rei.com • 800-426-4840 • Accurate tire pressure gauge • Emergency items: First aid kit, heating pad, ice bag 28 28 texasstate PANHANDLE PLAINS REGION PRAIRIES & LAKES REGION * Abilene SP * Bastrop SP PARKS * Big Spring SP * Bonham SP * Caprock Canyons SP * Buescher SP * Copper Breaks SP * Cedar Hill SP TEXAS PLAINS REGION * SP & HS * Cleburne SP * Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley SP * SP & HS * Confederate Reunion * Casa Navarro SHS * Lake Arrowhead SP Grounds SHS * Choke Canyon SP * Lake Brownwood SP * Cooper Lake SP * Estero Llano Grande SP * Lake Colorado City SP * Dinosaur Valley SP * Falcon SP * SP * Eisenhower SP * Goliad SP * Possum Kingdom SP * Eisenhower Birthplace SHS * Lake Casa Blanca Intl. SP * San Angelo SP * Fairfield Lake SP * The World Birding Center * Fanthorp Inn SHS HILL COUNTRY REGION PINEYWOODS REGION * Fort Boggy SP * Blanco SP * Atlanta SP * Fort Parker SP * Colorado Bend SP * Caddo Lake SP * Lake Mineral Wells SP & TW * Devil’s Sinkhole SNA * Daingerfield SP * Lake Somerville SP & TW * SNA * Huntsville SP * Lake Tawakoni SP * Fort McKavett SHS * Lake Bob Sandlin SP * Lake Whitney SP * Garner SP * Lake Livingston SP * Lockhart SP * Government Canyon SNA * Martin Creek Lake SP * Meridian SP * Guadalupe River SP * Martin Dies, Jr. SP * Monument Hill & Kreische * Hill Country SNA * Mission Tejas SP Brewery SHS * Honey Creek SNA * Starr Family Home SHS * Mother Neff SP (Access by Tour only) * Tyler SP * Palmetto SP * Inks Lake SP * Village Creek SP * Purtis Creek SP * Kickapoo Cavern SP * Ray Roberts Lake SP * Lake Brownwood SP LEGEND * Sam Bell Maxey House SHS * Landmark Inn SHS * Sebastopol House SHS * Longhorn Cavern SP * Stephen F. Austin SP * Lost Maples SNA * Washington-on-the-Brazos SHS * Lyndon B. Johnson SP & HS * McKinney Falls SP GULF COAST REGION * Pedernales Falls SP * Battleship Texas SHS * South Llano River SP * Brazos Bend SP * Fulton Mansion SHS BIG BEND REGION * Galveston Island SP * Balmorhea SP * Goose Island SP Texas * Barton Warnock SP * Lake Corpus Christi SP * Big Bend Ranch SP State Park * Lake Houston * Davis Mountains SP * Lake Texana SP Reservations * Devils River SNA * Lipantitlan SHS * Franklin Mountains SP By Phone: * Mustang Island SP * SHS 512.389.8900 * Port Isabel Lighthouse SHS * Fort Leaton SHS Online: * Sabine Pass Battleground SP & HS * SHS www.reserveamerica.com * San Jacinto Battleground-Monument SHS * Indian Lodge * Sea Rim SP General Information: * Magoffin Home SHS * Sheldon Lake SP and 1.800.792.1112 * Monahans Sandhills SP Environmental Learning Center * Seminole Canyon SP & HS * Varner-Hogg Plantation SHS * 28 29 29 hunting &fishing GUIDE

HUNTING GENERAL INFORMATION • Closed Season: For any species, the period of time, if any, a hunter’s pledge when hunting that species is not permitted. Responsible hunting provides unique • Hunter Orange: No hunter orange is required while hunting challenges and rewards. However, the on private property, but it is recommended. Public hunting future of the sport depends on each lands require 400 square inches of daylight florescent hunter’s behavior and ethics. Therefore, orange with 144 square inches appearing on both chest and as a hunter, I pledge to… back, and daylight florescent orange headwear must be worn. • Legal Shooting Hours for all Game Animals and • Respect the environment and wildlife. Nonmigratory Game Birds: from one-half hour before • Respect property and landowners. sunrise to one-half hour after sunset. For information • Show consideration for nonhunters. on sunrise/sunset hours, please look at: • Hunt safely. http://www.sunrisesunset.com/usa/Texas.asp. • Know and obey the law. • Open Seasons: The open season includes both opening and • Support wildlife and habitat conservation. closing dates and all days in between. Unless otherwise • Pass on an ethical hunting tradition. specified, the open season is a “general” season and all legal • Strive to improve my outdoor skills means may be used in taking the species. Where the open and understanding of wildlife. season is designated as “archery”, only legal archery • Hunt only with ethical hunters. By equipment/crossbow as specified, may be used. Where following these principles of conduct the open season is designated as “muzzle-loader only”, only each time I go afield, I will give my muzzleloaders as defined, may be used. When a season is as best to the sport, the public, the a “youth-only”, special regulations apply. environment and myself. The • No open season for any wild animal, wild bird, or exotic responsibility to hunt ethically is mine; animal on public roads or the right-of-way of public roads. the future of hunting depends on me. • It is unlawful to possess a deer or any part of a deer that has been hit by a motor vehicle.

INFORMATION & LICENsES Recreational hunting and fishing licenses and stamp endorsements are available at approximately 2,000 locations throughout the state in addition to the offices listed below. These locations include sporting goods stores, gun shops, department stores, discount stores, bait and tackle shops, grocery stores, and many other types of stores. Some commercial hunting and fishing licenses are available ONLY at the Austin Headquarters and law enforcement offices listed below. For added convenience, recreational licenses may be purchased by phone or through the Internet with approved Visa, Discover, or MasterCard. A $5 administrative fee will be charged for those sales. Many licenses may be purchased for immediate use except where tagging is required, i.e., deer and turkey. Buying Licenses: • On-line License Sales at: www.tpwd.state.tx.us • Licenses by Phone: 800-895-4248 8am-5pm, Mon–Fri, closed Sat, Sun and most holidays. • Local License Sales: local sporting goods stores, gun shops, bait & tackle shops, grocery stores, hardware stores, etc. Information: • 800-792-1112 (toll-free) or 512-389-4800 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri, closed Sat, Sun and most holidays. • www.tpwd.state.tx.us 30 30 Who needs a fishing license? A fishing license is required of anyone who fishes in the public waters of Texas. This covers all the legal means and methods used for taking fish from rod and reel to bow fishing. All persons under 17 years of age, whether Texas residents or non-residents, are exempt from license requirements. Texas residents who were born before January 1, 1931 are exempt from license requirements. Texas residents who are 65 years of age and older and who were born after January 1, 1931 may purchase a Senior Resident Fishing License. Please see the Outdoor Annual for additional information on age requirements and other exemptions.

FISHING TRIP CHECKlist Outdoor Retailers 1. Wear comfortable, appropriate clothing. 2. Bring sunglasses, sun screen and hats for Academy sun protection. www.academy.com • 888.922.2336 3. Bring insect repellent and insect bite salve. Bass Pro Shop 4. Include a small first aid kit. www.basspro.com • 800-227-7776 5. Bring enough appropriate tackle for each Cabela’s person fishing. www.cabelas.com • 800-237-4444 6. If you plan to eat your catch, bring a cooler or stringer. Dick’s Sporting Goods 7. Include bait that is easy to get and use – www.dickssportinggoods.com worms, grasshoppers, crickets, grubs, etc. 877-846-9997 8. Include “picnic” food that is fun, such as Gander Mountain snacks, fruit, sandwiches, and fruit drinks www.gandermountain.com • 888-542-6337 or water. Sports Authority 9. If possible, fish near home so that the trip www.sportsauthority.com • 888-801-9164 does not exhaust everyone before the fishing fun. 10. Bring and wear life preservers if necessary (as when fishing from a boat) as well as for small children or those wading or swimming. Fishing Guides 11. Do not take too many children at any one on lake conroe time and make sure that a responsible adult is always watching the children. April Plaza Marina Lake Conroe 936-448-7800 Guide Service aprilplazamarina.com Butch Terpe Operation Game Thief Bill Mills Guide Service 936-856-7080 stowawaymarina.com Operation Game Thief is Texas’ wildlife Billy Mills Crime Stoppers program, offering 936-520-7646 Phillip’s Guide Service rewards of up to $1,000.00 for information aprilplazamarina.com Phillip James leading to the arrest and conviction for a Catch A Trophy Fishing 281-789-7785 wildlife crime. The program, a function of Guide Service phillipsguideservice.com the law enforcement division of Texas Chris Edwards Stow-A-Way Marina Parks and Wildlife, is highly successful, 817-271-5014 & RV Park having been responsible for the payment of over $195,000.00 in rewards. Privately conroefishingguide.com 936-856-4531 funded, the program is dependent on Catfish Killer stowawaymarina.com financial support from the public through Darrell Taylor The Fish Dude’s the purchase of OGT memberships and 936-788-4413 Guide Service merchandise, donations, sponsorships, catfishkiller.com Richard Tatsch and gifts. Fisherman’s Cove Resort 936-291-1277 Texas Parks & Wildlife 936-890-6600 fishdudetx.com 4200 Smith School Rd • Austin, Texas 78744 Report Violations: 800-792-GAME (4263) fishermanscoveresort.com Wet Hook General Inquiries: 512-389-4381 or 8801 Lake Conroe Guide Service Fishing Guide Carl Bostick Online Resources Tex Bonin 936-718-7983 www.fieldandstream.com • www.texasoutdoorsman.com 713-252-4290 wethook.com/15/ www.takemefishing.org • www.tpwd.state.tx.us lakeconroefishingguideservice.com 30 31 31 golfguide

April Sound Resort & Country Club 1000 April Sound Blvd., Montgomery 936-588-1101 *

Augusta Pines Golf Club 18 Augusta Pines Dr., Spring 281-290-1910 Club at Carlton Woods The Grand Lake Golf Club Bay Oaks Country Club One Carlton Woods Dr., The Woodlands 8901 Grand Lake Estates Dr., Montgomery 14545 Bay Oaks Blvd., Houston 281-863-5800 (Nicklaus Course) * 936-447-4653 281-488-9753 * Club at Carlton Woods Creekside The Hearthstone Country Club Bear Creek Golf Club One Carlton Woods Creekside Dr., The Woodlands 7615 Ameswood Rd., Houston 16001 Clay Rd., Houston 281-863-5700 (Fazio Course) * 281-638-8904 * 281-859-8188 Clubs of Kingwood The Golf Course Bentwater Country Club 1700 Lake Kingwood Trail, Kingwood 2155 N MacGregor, Houston 800 Bentwater Dr., Montgomery 281-360-1063 (Deerwood Course) * 713-526-0077 281-350-9898 * 281-348-2217 (Kingwood Course) * Heron Lakes Golf Course BlackHorse Golf Club Conroe Country Club 7910 N Sam Hou Pkwy W., Houston 12205 Fry Rd., Cypress 3051 N Loop 336 W., Conroe 281-807-4653 281-304-1747 936-756-5222 * High Meadow Ranch Golf Club Blaketree National Golf Club Cypress Lakes Golf Club 37300 Golf Club Trail, Magnolia 4430 South FM 1486, Montgomery 18700 Cypresswood Dr., Cypress 281-356-7700 936-449-4907 281-304-8515 Houston Country Club Bluebonnet Country Golf Course Cypresswood Golf Club 1 Potomac Dr., Houston 4505 Old Bridge Rd., Navasota 21602 Cypresswood Dr., Spring 713-465-8381 * 936-894-2207 281-821-6300 * Houston National Golf Club Brae-Burn Country Club Falcon Point 16500 Houston National Blvd., Houston 8101 Bissonnet, Houston 24503 Falcon Point Dr., Katy 281-304-1400 713-774-8788 * 281-392-7888 * Houston Oaks Golf & Country Club Canongate at The Woodlands Galveston Country Club 22602 Hegar Rd., Hockley 2311 N Millbend Dr., The Woodlands 14228 Stewart Rd., Galveston 936-372-4301 281-882-3000 * 409-737-9830 * Jersey Meadow Golf Course Champions Golf Club Gleannloch Pines 8502 Rio Grande St., Jersey Village 13722 Champions Dr., Houston 19393 Champion Forest Dr., Spring 713-896-0900 281-444-6449 * 281-225-1200 Kingwood Cove Country Club Cinco Ranch Golf Club Golf Club of Houston 805 Hamblen, Kingwood 23030 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy 5860 Wilson Rd., Humble 281-358-1155 281-395-4653 281-459-7820 La Torretta Lake Resort & Spa Clear Creek Golf Club Golf Preserve of Atascosita 600 La Torretta Blvd., Montgomery 3902 Fellows Rd., Houston 20114 Pinehurst Dr., Atascosita 936-448-3027 * 713-738-8000 281-812-6243 32 32 Lake Windcrest Golf Club River Oaks Country Club Willow Fork Country Club 10941 Clubhouse Circle, Magnolia 1600 River Oaks Blvd., Houston 21055 Westheimer Pkwy., Katy 281-259-2279 713-529-4321 * 281-579-6611 *

Lakeside Country Club River Plantation Country Club Woodforest Golf Club At Fish Creek 100 Wilcrest Dr., Houston 550 Country Club Dr., Conroe 1199 Fish Creek Thoroughfare, Montgomery 281-497-2228 * 936-271-1083 * 936-588-8800

Legendary Oaks Country Club Sharpstown Park Golf Course Woodlands Country Club The 43279 Urban Rd., Hempstead 6800 Harbor Town Dr., Houston Palmer Course 979-826-4001 713-988-2099 100 Grand Fairway Dr., The Woodlands 281-863-1433 * Lochinvar Golf Club Spring Valley Golf Club 2000 Farrell Rd., Houston 25110 Gosling Rd., Spring Player Course 281-821-0220 * 281-351-8628 8900 Sterling Ridge Dr., The Woodlands 281-863-1490 * Longwood Golf Club Swanson Golf Center Tournament Course 13300 Longwood Trace, Cypress 6224 Theall Rd., Houston 1730 S Millbend, The Woodlands 281-373-4100 281-440-1308 281-863-1400 *

Melrose Park Golf Course Texaco Country Club * Private 401 E Canino Rd., Houston 12800 Texaco Rd., Houston 281-931-4666 713-453-7501 *

Memorial Park Golf Course Texas National Golf Club 1001 E Memorial Loop Dr., Houston 8720 Club House Dr., Willis 713-862-4033 936-856-7262

Mulligans Golf Tomball Country Club 11010 Jones Rd., Houston 22303 Walden Way, Tomball 281-890-6026 281-351-5102 *

Northgate Country Club Top Golf 17110 Northgate Forest Dr., Houston 1030 Memorial Brook Blvd., Houston 281-444-5302 * 281-406-3176

Oakhurst Golf Club Tour 18 20700 Mills Branch Dr., Porter 3102 FM 1960 East, Humble 281-354-4653 281-540-1818

Pasadena Municipal Golf Course Village Golf Club The 1000 Duffer Ln., Houston 73 Greenbriar Dr., Conroe 281-481-0834 936-856-5531 *

Pine Crest Golf Club Walden Golf Club 3080 Gessner Dr., Houston 13101 Walden Rd., Montgomery 713-462-4914 936-448-4668 *

Pine Forest Country Club Wedgewood Golf Course 18003 Clay Rd., Houston 5454 Hwy 105 W., Conroe 281-463-1234 * 936-441-4653

Raveneaux Country Club West Fork Golf Club 9415 Cypresswood Dr., Spring 1 Golf Ridge Dr., Conroe 281-370-6370 * 936-441-6193 32 33 33 art galleries

Anya Tish Gallery 4411 Montrose Blvd Houston 77006...... 713-524-2299 Apama Mackey Gallery 628 East 11th St Houston 77008...... 713-850-8527 Archway Gallery 2305 A Dunlavy Houston 77006...... 713-522-2409 Art League-Conroe 127 Simonton St Conroe 77001...... 936-756-9572 Art League-Houston 1953 Montrose Blvd Houston 77006...... 713-523-9530 Art League-Tomball...... 281-374-0160 Art League-Woodlands 25136 Grogans Park Dr The Woodlands 77380...... 281-292-1213 Barbara Davis Gallery 4411 Montrose Blvd Houston 77006...... 713-520-9200 Blaffer Gallery 120 Fine Arts Building Houston 77204...... 713-743-9521 Blossom Street Gallery 4809 Blossom St Houston 77007...... 713-869-1921 Booker-Lowe Gallery 4623 Feagan St Houston 77007...... 713-880-1541 Catherine Couturier Gallery 2635 Colquitt St Houston 77098...... 713-524-5070 Community Artist’s Collective 1413 Holman Houston 77004...... 713-523-1616 DaVinci Artists Gallery 315 West Main St Tomball 77375...... 281-516-9595 Dean Day Gallery 2639 Colquitt Street Houston 77098...... 713-520-1021 Desola Art & Frame Gallery 7770 Louetta Rd Spring 77379...... 281-370-6880 Devin Borden Hiram Butler Gallery 4520 Blossom St Houston 77007...... 713-863-7097 DiverseWorks 1117 E Freeway Houston 77002...... 713-223-8346 Gallery 3 2101 Winter St Houston 77007...... 713-501-0008 Gallery Off The Square 202 N Main Conroe 77301...... 936-539-2993 Gallery Sonja Roesch 2309 Caroline St Houston 77004...... 713-659-5424 Galveston Arts Center...... 409-763-2403 Garden of the Dragonfly 318 Main St #F Spring 77373...... 281-528-7779 Goldesberry Gallery 2625 Colquitt St Houston 77098...... 713-528-0405 Art Supplies Gremillion & Co Fine Arts 2501 Sunset Blvd Houston 77005...... 713-522-2701 Harris Gallery 1100 Bissonnet St Houston 77005...... 713-522-9116 Retailers Hooks-Epstein Gallery 2631 Colquitt St Houston 77098...... 713-522-0718 Houston Center for Photography 1441 W Alabama St Houston 77006...... 713-529-4755 Hobby Lobby Inman Gallery 3901 S Main St Houston 77002...... 713-526-7800 www.hobbylobby.com Jack Meier Gallery 2310 Bissonnet Houston 77005...... 713-526-2983 1217 N Loop 336 W • Conroe 77301 Joan Wich & Co Gallery 4411 Montrose Blvd Houston 77006...... 713-526-1551 936.788.5556 Lawndale Art Center 4912 Main St Houston 77002...... 713-528-5858 501 Sawdust • Spring 77380 Mary Matteson-Parrish Art Gallery 3200 College Park Dr Bldg D Conroe 77384...... 936-273-7000 281.292.2382 McClain Gallery 2242 Richmond Ave Houston 77098...... 713-520-9988 27706 Tomball Pkwy • Tomball 77375 McMurtrey Gallery 3508 Lake St Houston 77098...... 713-523-8238 281.255.6644 Meredith Long & Company 2323 San Felipe Houston 77019...... 713-523-6671 Mixed Bag Gallery 1937 Norfolk St # A Houston 77098...... 713-523-4103 Michael’s Mixture Contemporary Art 1709 Westheimer Houston 77098...... 713-520-6809 www.michaels.com Moody Gallery 2815 Colquitt St Houston 77098...... 713-526-9911 2218 I-45 N. • Conroe 77301 New Gallery 2627 Colquitt St Houston 77098...... 713-520-7053 936.539.9630 Nolan-Rankin Galleries 6 Chelsea Blvd Houston 77006...... 713-528-0664 P T L Gallery 318 Main St Ste A Spring 77373...... 281-367-4901 19075 I-45 S. • Conroe 77385 Poissant Gallery 5102 Center St Houston 77007...... 713-868-9337 936.271.0011 Sally Fisher Art Gallery 104 Commerce St Tomball 77375...... 281-351-5535 20626 I-45 N • Spring 77373 Sicardi Gallery 1506 W Alabama St Houston 77006...... 713-529-1313 281.353.5031 Studio 311 311 Main St Spring 77373...... 713-410-1706 Walking Horse Gallery 219 Main St Spring 77373...... 281-528-9023 Texas Art Supply Watercolor Art Society 1601 W Alabama St Houston 77006...... 713-942-9966 www.texasart.com 2001 Montrose Blvd • Houston 77006 713.526.5221 Online Art Resources 2237 S Voss • Houston 77057 www.artinfo.com • www.artshound.com • www.fresharts.org 713.780.0440 www.spacetaker.org • www.worldartantiques.com 34 34 35 Montgomery/Conroe Area events

January April July Lone Star First Saturday in Historic Grand Kids Festival The MCEA Great American Duck Race Montgomery and Farmer’s Market A day filled with music, food and fun! Montgomery County Emergency Assistance premier Market Days featuring all items that are homemade, 800.821.1894 fundraising event. The ducks race down the chutes at handmade, and homegrown! Happening the 1st www.thegrand.com the waterpark for prizes. The race is held during the Woodlands Annual Splash Day. Ducks are available Saturday January-December Montgomery County Fair & Rodeo www.experiencemontgomery.com online for adoption. This annual event features a carnival, fair, rodeo, 936.539.1096 ext 224 February BBQ-Cookoff, live entertainment, livestock auction, www.DuckRace.com food and exhibits. TUTs Conroe Open Mic Jam 936.760.3631 August Every Thursday: 8pm-1am All MUSICIANS welcomed www.mcfa.org Taste of Montgomery to play on TUTs Stage! Texas Legacy Fest 2nd Thursday in August. A little sample of what 711 Madeley, Conroe, Tx 77301 A free multicultural event about our history. Food, Montgomery has to offer! Food, Fun, Shopping and 713.539.1500 Entertainment! At the KOA Grand Ballroom. www.tutsconroe.com fun, and activities for the kids. Located at Texas Flag Park and Texas Heritage Park in Conroe 936.597.5004 March www.TexasLegacyFest.org www.experiencemontgomery.com Equine Star International Show Texas Sawmill Festival September The festival is an historical celebration of our Sawmill A magnificent exhibition of horses of different madalities Wine & Music Fest Town heritage featuring live sawmilldemonstrations and gaits accompanied to music, lights and dance, on Discover Texas Wines and great Texas Music. the same stage. Event held at Lone Star Arabians Ranch by Alvin Smith Logging, historical photo displays by Experience Montgomery in a whole new way. on Dobbin Hufsmith Rd in Magnolia. the EMC Historical Society and Old Sawmill Town www.experiencemontgomery.com 713-598-4681 buildings. The Annual Texas Sawmill Festival is located www.lonestararabians.com/events.html at the East Montgomery County Improvement District October (EMCID) Complex in New Caney Texas. Toyota Texas Bass Classic Texas Bluebonnet Wine Trail 281-354-0051 World Championship Bass Fishing on Lake Conroe. Located between I-45 and U.S. Highway 290, the www.communitychamberemc.com/txsawmillfestival Texas Bluebonnet Wine Trail offers visitors spectacular 1.866.907.0143 views and award-winning wines in Southeast Texas. May www.toyotatexasbassclassic.com Our member wineries include, Bernhardt Winery, Greater Conroe/Lake Conroe Area Texas Renaissance Festival Plantersville, Texas, Cork This! Winery, Montgomery, Annual Tastefest The nation’s largest, most acclaimed Renaissance Texas, Messina Hof Winery, Bryan, Texas, Peach Creek Tastefest is an annual culinary event offered to the theme park. Every weekend beginning in October Vineyards , College Station, Texas, Pleasant Hill Winery, members as as opportunity to show-case their food & running through November this festival, set in an authentically re-created 16th century English Brenham, Texas, Retreat Hill Cellars, Montgomery, and talents giving the community a glimpse of what Texas, Retreat Hill Winery & Vineyard, Navasota, Texas, village, boasts 53 acres of costumed performers, over they offer at their locations. Stroll from booth to booth 340 shoppes, unique arts & crafts, food, beverages, Saddlehorn Winery, Burton, Texas, Texas Star Winery, tasting all that our area restaurants have to offer. Richards, Texas and Windy Winery, Brenham, Texas. All entertainers, games of skill, human powered rides, www.conroe.org/programs-events music, demonstrations, artisans & craftspeople, of the member wineries are located in close proximity Historic Montgomery Antiques Festival gardens, themed weekends and a Royal fireworks to the greater Houston area. display held at dusk each evening. www.texasbluebonnetwinetrail.com Almost 40 vendors from across the state. Includes an appraisal day. 281.356.2178 Texas Independence Day 936.597.5004 www.texrenfest.com Music Fest & Chili Cook-Off www.experiencemontgomery.com 936.788.5819 November www.texasindependenceday.org The Sounds of Texas Music Series- HSRDC Annual Hoedown Crighton Theatre Texas Spring Bluebonnet Wine & Cheese Trail The Houston Square and Round Dance Council serves One of the best music series in the state of Texas. This is the namesake event for the Texas Bluebonnet as an umbrella organization for the square, round and Offering patrons a chance to hear a wide variety of clogging dance clubs in the greater Houston area. The Wine Trail. The Spring Bluebonnet Wine and Cheese new, undiscovered artists as well as seasoned veteran purpose is to promote, educate and encourage the Trail is a wonderful way to enjoy the beauty of native performers in a listening room environment. art of American Folk Dancing within its membership Texas wildflowers and enjoy the blooming viticulture 936.441.7469 and the public. at some of Texas’ most award-winning wineries. The thesoundsoftexasmusicseries.com 713.805.3583 member wineries along the Trail offer a select pairing www.squarethur.com of two wine samples and two specially-crafted June DECEMBER cheese dishes. Each ticket holder will receive a packet Lone Star First Saturday in Historic of Texas Wildflower seeds at each winery while Montgomery and Farmer’s Market Christmas in Historic Montgomery supplies last. As an added bonus, when you visit your Market Days featuring all items that are homemade, Enjoy the Parade, Tour of Homes and our traditional 8th member winery on the trail, you will receive a handmade, and homegrown! Happening the 1st Cookie Walk! special bluebonnet tote bag. Saturday January-December 936.597.5004 www.texasbluebonnetwinetrail.com www.experiencemontgomery.com www.historicmontgomerytexas.com 34 35 35 events CONT’D Greater Houston Area January Rockets Run & Kids 1K HLSR Rodeo Parade Downtown Participants in the Rockets Run can choose to compete This event kicks off the Houston Livestock Show & Chevron Houston Marathon in the 5K run, the 2 Mile walk, or Kids 1K. All courses Rodeo season. The parade includes dignitaries, This annual 26.2, 13.1 and 3.1 mile run, which begins take runners through several blocks of midtown trail riders, marching bands & floats as well as city, and ends at downtown’s George R. Brown Convention Houston, then turn back toward Toyota Center. The county & state officials. Center, has steadily grown to attract more than 20,000 final legs of all the races will go underneath the Tundra 832.667.1000 entrants from around the world and 200,000 spectators. Garage and the arena, before emerging on the Rockets www.hlsr.com 713.957.3453 home court–32 ft. below street level. After crossing HLSR World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest www.chevronhoustonmarathon.com the finish line, participants are invited to head to This 3 day competition is host to over 217,000 guests. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Parade the Pose Race Party presented by UnitedHealthcare. The celebration includes trophy presentations for the Live music, dancing, live entertainment and not to Celebrating the life & work of the most influencial civil mention the food, make this event great fun for the rights leader in history. Presented by the Black Heritage top 10 finishers, along with free food, drinks, and entertainment. whole family. Teams vie for the coveted title of World’s Society. Over 300,000 participants & spectators come Championship BBQ Contest Grand Champion. out to join in the oldest MLK parade in Houston. 713.758.7701 www.nba.com/rockets 832.667.1000 713.236.1700 www.hlsr.com www.originalmlkparade.org Saint Arnold One Pot Showdown Teams compete using their best Saint Arnold beer Houston Brazilian Carnaval Houston Metro Go Texan Non-stop entertainment, performances of classic Cy-Fair BBQ & Chili Cookoff related recipes. Live music and a whole lot of fun & Sambas, Axe’ & Marchinhas. Dancers in costumes, Two days of chili, barbecue, brisket & chicken to benefit wackiness. Benefits the Houston Food Bank. authentic Brazilian food and real caipirinhas. the HLS&R. 713.686.9494 Costumes encouraged. 281.890.5500 www.saintarnold.com 832.396.5667 www.tradersvillage.com Trinity Jazz Festival Light House Krewe Mardi Gras Parade MLK Grande Parade Began in 2002 as a vehicle for emphasizing both the www.lighthousekrewe.com This annual parade celebrating the civil rights leader Midtown church’s urban setting and its commitment marches through the heart of Houston and draws more to artistic expression. A “Jazz Mass” concludes each Mardi Gras! Galveston than 300,000 supporters from around the nation. year’s festival. The festival has featured many notable 10 Day & Night Parades, more than 50 galas & events, The MLK Grande Parade is the third largest Parade in the jazz musicians such as Ellis Marsalis, David “Fathead” bead throwing, exhibits, live entertainment & a U.S. behind The Rose Parade and The Macy’s Day Parade. Newman, Kirk Whalum and many others. beachfront carnival. 713.953.1633 800.838.3006 888.425.4753 www.mlkgrandeparade.org www.trinityjazzfest.net www.mardigrasgalveston.com MLK High School Battle Of The Bands Wings & Wheels Jazz Festival These bands’ enthusiasm will have you moving to Vintage aircraft and automobiles. Fly-Ins welcome. Middle School & High School jazz ensemble bands their lively beat at the 2012 MLK Battle Of The Bands 713.454.1940 perform, clinics & performances by guest artist, top Competition. It is one of the largest high school show www.1940airterminal.org performances by individuals & groups are recognized. bands in the U.S. featuring 16 nationally acclaimed high 713.743.3191 school marching bands from across the nation. February www.uhjazz.com 713.953.1633 Families On The Green Sacred Places Tour www.mlkgrandeparade.org Stage shows & performances, rock climbing wall, Features historic places of worship on Galveston Island. MLK Youth Parade bounce houses, an obstacle course, art projects & 409.765.3409 Start a new family tradition and head over with the activities, karaoke and more. www.galvestonhistory.org whole family to the MLK Youth Parade-Houston. The Presented by Discovery Green. Texas Home & Garden Show MLK Youth Parade-Houston is one of the largest events 713.400.7336 800.654.1480 in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The parade’s theme www.discoverygreen.com www.texashomeandgarden.com “Empowerment Through Education” will emphasize the Gala On The Green Texas Independence Day Celebration importance of higher learning. Presented by Discovery Green. This fundraising event Costumed re-enactors, festival foods, artisans are all 713.953.1633 supports the operations of the park & the free part of this two days celebration of Texas history. Visit www.mlkgrandeparade.org programming offered by the Discovery Green Barrington Living History Farm, Independence Hall & Conservancy. the Star of the Republic Museum. 713.400.7336 936.878.2214 Online Resources www.discoverygreen.com www.birthplaceoftexas.com For Additional Events HLSR ConocoPhillips Rodeo Run Yachty Gras Boat Parade A 10K race & a 5k fun run/walk Boats are decorated and cruise Clear Creek Channel, www.artshound.com • www.visithoustontexas.com kicking off the Houston Livestock tossing beads to revelers on the Kemah boardwalk. www.traveltex.com • www.conroe.org Show & Rodeo. Expect large crowds of cheering 713-882-4040 www.conroecvb.com • www.tomballchamber.org spectators & all ages are welcome. Entry fees are www. yachtygras.com www.houstonnwchamber.org • www.magnoliatexas.org donated to the HLS&R Educational Fund. 281.293.2447 Yachty Gras Kickoff Party www.oldtownspring.com • www.tuts.com www.hlsr.com Entertainers, Dancing, Cajun Food www.eventful.com 713.882.4040 36 36 37 March Mariachi Invitational Bluebonnet Festival Presented by the HLS&R and the Rodeo Go Tejano The “Official Bluebonnet Festival of Texas”. More than Annual Auto Swap Meet committee. Professional Mariachi groups compete in 250 exhibitors, country style food, live entertainment & 281.890.5500 this annual event at the Bayou Music Center. music, a children’s activity area and tours of the historic www.tradersvillage.com 713.230.1600 community of Chappell Hill. ArtWalk www.livenation.com 979.836.6033 Artists from all over the world are hosted by local www.chappellhillmuseum.org galleries, restaurants and businesses in Galveston’s NatureFest Bunny Run downtown district. Guided nature walks, pontoon boat tours, touch and see The Bunny Run is a certified 5k run and a 1-mile walk/ 409.763.2403 live animals, noted speakers in the surroundings of Jesse run for children age 9 and younger and their families. www.galvestonartscenter.org H. Jones Park & Nature Center. 281.446.8588 The event is ideal for serious runners, weekend joggers Bayou City Art Festival www.hcp4.net/jones or brisk walkers. Registered entrants will receive t-shirts Houston’s premier outdoor fine arts event. Over 300 and the top three finishers in each age category of the River Oaks Garden Club’s Azalea Trail national artists are juried and invited to show and sell 5k will receive awards. Children who participate in the Tours of private homes and historic sites. their original art. 1-mile event will each receive a Bunny Run medal. 713.523.2483 713.521.0133 www.ultimatetomball.com www.bayoucityartfestival.com www.riveroaksgardenclub.org Clear Lake Crawfish Festival Shell Houston Open Golf Tournament Buffalo Bayou Regatta Features crawfish, live music, gumbo cook-off, arts & 150 of the world’s best golfers compete at Redstone Golf Largest canoe & kayak race in Texas. crafts, silent auction, moonwalks & more. Club’s Tournament Course. Live music, food & drinks. 281.488.7676 281.454.7000 713.752.0314 www.clearlakearea.com www.buffalobayou.org www.shellhoustonopen.com Copperfield Women’s Market SpringFest Wine & Art Festival Dance Salad Festival Annual garage sale with more than 300 family Performances & a choreographer’s forum. One of the largest wine exhibition & tasting in Houston. Features local wineries showcasing Texas wines, booths. Net proceeds benefit local charities 713.237.1439 supported by the club. www.dancesalad.org mirco-brewed beer and original artwork from local artists. Proceeds from this event benefit the Spring 281.890.5500 Equine Star International Show Preservation League. www.tradersvillage.com A magnificent exhibition of horses of different madalities 800.653.8696 Czech SpringFest and gaits. Event held at Lone Star Arabians Ranch on www.winefestoldtownspring.com Czech music, traditional dinner & other foods, cultural Dobbin Hufsmith Rd in Magnolia. St. Patrick’s Parade - Houston booths, genealogy room, silent auction and vendors. 713-598-4681 With over 100 entries this free 2 hour event is one of 713.528.2060 www.lonestararabians.com/events.html the largest of its kind in the U.S. The parade starts and www.czechheritage.org FotoFest Biennial ends at Minute Maid Park at the intersection of Texas & Depot Day-Magnolia Historical Society Showcases photography & photo-related art. Hamilton. “The St. Patrick’s Day Parade gives everyone a This annual event is the Historical Society’s largest 713.223.5522 chance to be Irish” annual fundraiser. This family-oriented event includes www.fotofest.org 713.365.9648 live entertainment, craft & food vendors, a car show as www.hsppc.org Galveston Home, Garden & Leisure Show well as live and silent auctions. Admission is free. Crafts, food & everything for your lawn & garden. Tomball Honky Tonk Music Festival www.magnoliatxhistoricalsociety.com 409.762.3930 The Depot in Tomball will be permeated with classic country music from Hank Williams, Loretta Lynn, Patsy Earth Day German Heritage Festival Interactive conservation awareness activities, farmer’s Celebrating German heritage with live music, folk Cline and the like. Headlining the event is Texas favorite Dale Watson. There will also be food and beverages, market, art activities for kids, entertainment & dancers, arts & crafts, food, carnival, fireworks and consumer booths. much more. vendors with handmade crafts and a kids’ play zone. www.thevintagelifestyle.com/news/save-date-annual- 713.400-7336 281.379.6844 www.earthdayhouston.org www.tomballsistercity.org tomball-honky-tonk-music-festival YMBL South Texas State Fair Easter Celebration-Old Town Spring Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Come visit the Easter Bunny. The merchants of Old Town 20 championship rodeo competitions with Livestock show & auction, commercial exhibitions, Spring provide the eggs and prizes. Families from the entertainment by music superstars. carnival midway, food and local school art exhibits. surrounding area are invited to participate in the Egg 832.667.1000 409.832.9991 Hunt. www.rodeohouston.com www.ymbl.org/events.aspx 281.353.9310 Houston SPCA Mutt Strutt & Runway Race www.oldtownspring.com Strut your stuff with your mutt on the runway at April Epicurean Evening George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Participate ArtWalk Culinary delights, quarter horse racing, children’s in a 5k Runway Race or a One-Mile Mutt Strut to Artists from all over the world are hosted by local activities and more. Sam Houston Race Park benefit the Houston SPCA. galleries, restaurants and businesses in Galveston’s 281.440.4160 downtown district. 713.869.7722 www.houstonnwchamber.org www.houstonspca.org 409.621.1008 www.galvestonartscenter.org FeatherFest Kemah Pan Jam An outdoor adventure featuring over 200 species of Bayou City Cajun Fest Authentic Caribbean steel drum, calypso music & birds. Nature & photo excursions by bus, boat or kayak Enjoy live Cajun music, dancing & Cajun food. reggae singers. Includes craft vendors, Texas chili to a variety of habitats such as beaches, bays, bay 281.890.5500 cook-off & activities for the kids. marches, wetlands, coastal prairies, etc. www.tradersvillage.com 281.538.4165 832.459.5533 www.kemahpanfest.com www.galvestonfeatherfest.com 36 37 37 Houston Dragon Boat Festival 30 teams compete along the banks of Buffalo Bayou at events CONT’D Allen’s Landing. Featuring Asian cuisine, music, arts & crafts and cultural performances. 832.248.3655 April Totally Texas BBQ Cook-Off www.texasdragonboat.com Kicks off the Totally Texas Festival. Grand Wine & Food Affair Houston Scottish Highland Over 100 wineries & chefs showcase their talents 281.478.2050 www.deerparktx.gov/recreation Games & Celtic Festival at lunches, vintner dinners & wine seminars. Helping preserve Scottish & Celtic traditions by fostering 713.202.8250 Totally Texas Music Festival an interest in the culture & heritage of Scotland. www.TheGrandWineAndFoodAffair.com Parade, food, music and fun. 713.871.0061 H-Town Blues Festival 281.478.2050 www.houstonhighlandgames.com www.deerparktx.gov/recreation A “don’t miss” celebration that features world class blues Keels & Wheels entertainers all on one stage. Waterway Arts Festival Largest collection of classic cars & wooden boats in the 800.745.3000 Art show featuring 200 national & regional artists U.S. will be on display. Houston Children’s Festival selling their original work. Art exhibits & entertainment. 713.521.0105 Tons of activities including entertainment stages, games 281.681.0564 www.keels-wheels.com www.woodlandsartsfestival.com & family adventure areas. Benefits Child Advocates Inc. Salute To Law Enforcement 713.529.1396 WorldFest: Houston International Film Festival Approximately 117 agencies & organizations are www.houstonchildrensfestival.com Features films, shorts, screenplays, TV commercials, represented in this community event. Provides a “one Houston International Festival music videos & documentaries. on one” positive law enforcement experience for kids Ethnic food booths, arts & crafts, kiosks, exhibits 713.965.9955 of all ages. and 1,800 various performers. www.worldfest.org 281.517.2820 713.654.8808 May www.salutetolawenforcement.org www.ifest.org Strawberry Festival Antiques Show & Sale BBQ cook-off, beauty pageant, arts & crafts, live Houston POD Chili Cook-Off Almost 40 vendors from across the state. Includes an entertainment, battle of the bands and the world’s A salute to the official state dish. Benefits local charities. appraisal day. largest strawberry shortcake. 281.890.5500 936.597.5004 www.tradersvillage.com www.experiencemontgomery.com 281.991.9500 www.strawberryfest.org Japan Festival Art Car Parade Celebrates the cultural heritage of Japan with music, Over 250 vehicles and entries from 23 states + Canada. Yaga’s World Wild Game traditional & folk dance & martial arts. Ikebana flower 713.926.6368 Championship & BBQ Cook-Off arrangements, tea ceremonies, origami & bonsai are www.orangeshow.org Live entertainment, silent auction, fireworks display & demonstrated. children’s activities. Benefits Yaga’s Children’s Fund. 713.963.0121 Cinco de Mayo 409.771.4320 www.japan-fest.info Celebrating Mexico’s victory at the Battle of Puebla with www.yagaschildrensfund.org live music, food & family fun. Lone Star Ironman Triathlon 281.890.5500 June Includes live music, food, triathlon gear & seminars. www.tradersvillage.com 813.868.5940 AIA Sandcastle Competition www.ironman.com Cinco de Mayo Celebration More than 80 teams consisting of area architects, Parade, mariachi bands, dancers & food in honor of designers, engineers & contractors. Midtown Art In The Park Mexico’s victory over the French forces. 713.520.0155 Showcases unique works from local & regional artists. 713.695.5980 www.aiasandcastle.com Everything from paintings to hand blown glass. www.milleroutdoortheatre.com 713.526.7577 Mountain Energy Summer Concert Series www.midtownartinthepark.com Country Roots Music Festival (June-August) Two afternoons of “real” country reminiscent of the 281.890.5500 River Oaks Clay Court Championships honky tonk days of Ray Price, Hank Williams, etc. www.tradersvillage.com 713.874.6294 281.890.5500 Texas Crab Festival www.mensclaycourt.com www.tradersvillage.com Food & craft booths with live entertainment. San Jacinto Day Festival & Battle Greek Festival 409.684.5940 Re-Enactment Traditional Greek food, kids activities, music & Greek www.texascrabfestival.org Living history camps, period demonstrations, folk dances. Wine & Food Week entertainment, children’s activities & much more. 281.554.7223 713.557.5732 281.479.2421 www.clearlakegreekfestival.com www.wineandfoodweek.com www.sanjacinto-museum.org GTO Car Show Texas Crawfish & Music Festival Features more than 75 muscle cars on display. July Live music, exhibitors, crawfish and over 14 food 281.890.5500 Freedom Over Texas - Fourth of July Celebration vendors. www.tradersvillage.com Houston’s official July 4th celebration includes live 800.653.8696 music from national, regional & local artists, children’s www.texascrawfishfestival.com Historic Homes Tour Some of Galveston Island’s oldest homes are on view, activities and culminates with a fireworks extravaganza set to patriotic & current music selections. Texas Home & Garden Show highlighting architecture, home decor & history. 832.393.0868 800.654.1480 409.765.7834 www.houstontx.gov/july4 www.texashomeandgarden.com www.galvestonhistory.org 38 38 39 July September 11th Remembrance Ceremony- Nutcracker Market Magnolia Historical Society Over 300 national & international merchants selling Hempstead Watermelon Festival www.magnoliatxhistoricalsociety.com Parade, Watermelon Queen competition, great food, home decor, gourmet food, garden, clothing, sporting BBQ Cook-Off, auction, car show featuring vintage Texas Home & Garden Market gifts, novelties, accessories & more. All proceeds benefit & trick cars, and craft booths are just some of the 800.654.1480 the Houston Ballet Foundation, Houston Ballet’s Ben highlights of this annual event. www.texashomeandgarden.com Stevenson Academy & its scholarship funds. 979.826.8217 713.535.3231 www.hempsteadtxchamber.com October www.houstonballet.org Independence Day - Summer Symphony Nights Autumn Art & Texas Wine Festival Thanksgiving Day Parade The Houston Symphony presents a musical salute to 281.682.1403 More than 400,000 parade goers line the streets of Independence Day at Miller Outdoor Theatre. Come www.winefesttexas.com downtown Houston on Thanksgiving morning to hear Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture along with other Halloween Boo Bash for Kids watch television stars, musical artists, entertainers, American favorites and enjoy a spectacular fireworks 281.890.5500 floats, giant balloons, marching bands, costumed display to conclude the day’s celebration. www.tradersvillage.com characters and much more. 281.373.3386 Haunted Depot-Magnolia Historical Society 713.654.8808 www.milleroutdoortheatre.com This event provides a safe, family & budget friendly www.ifest.org Waller Freedom Fest experience for the Halloween season. Uptown Holiday Lighting Free fun for the entire family. Now at Waller ISD www.magnoliatxhistoricalsociety.com 713.621.2011 Football Stadium. Water Slides • Rock Climbing Wall • PetFest www.uptown-houston.com Video Games • Bumper Boats Arts & Crafts Vendors • 281.528.7070 Veteran’s Day Program- Live Music • Fireworks at Dusk! www.petfestoldtownspring.com www.wallerfreedomfest.com Magnolia Historical Society Scarecrow Festival www.magnoliatxhistoricalsociety.com August In the historic town of Chappell Hill. More than 300 Houston International Jazz Festival exhibitors, live entertainment, children’s activities, December country style food and much more. This two day event features the very best in original Dickens On The Strand & classic jazz performed by local and national 979.836.6033 www.chappellhillmuseum.org This annual event centered in Galveston’s National entertainers. The festival offers music, arts & crafts, and Landmark District includes non-stop entertainment, food & beverages for attendees. Proceeds benefit Jazz Texas Renaissance Festival strolling carolers, roving street musicians and Education Inc. The nation’s largest, most acclaimed Renaissance theme costumed vendors selling everything from Victorian 713.839.7000 park. Every weekend beginning in October & running inspired crafts to tasty culinary delights. Some of the www.jazzeducation.org through November this festival, set in an authentically festival highlights are The Queen’s Parades, Pickwick’s Houston Shakespeare Festival re-created 16th century English village, boasts 53 acres Lanternlight Parade, Dickens Costume Contest, Celebrating it’s 40th year, the festival attracts thousands of costumed performers, over 340 shoppes, unique arts Children’s Activities & Dickens Emporium. with free performances at Miller Outdoor Theatre. & crafts, food, beverages, entertainers, rides, music, 409.765.7834 713.743.3003 artisans & craftspeople, themed weekends and a Royal www.galvestonhistory.org www.houstonfestivalscompany.com fireworks display held at dusk each evening. 281.356.2178 German Christmas Market September www.texrenfest.com Open air market & street festival that welcomes over 100 vendors. Highlights include the lighting of Ballunar Liftoff Festival Tomball Bluegrass Festival Tomball’s Christmas tree, traditional German food and 281.488.7676 This event brings the sound of banjos, fiddles and drink, kids activities, live entertainment, fireworks, ice www.ballunarfestival.com family style harmonies to the old Depot in downtown skating rink, music and a German beer garden. CraftTexas Tomball. Vendors with handmade crafts along with food, drinks and a kid’s play area are all part of the fun. 281.379.6844 Showcases the best in Texas made contemporary craft. www.tomballsistercity.org 713.529.4848 281.351.5484 www.tomballtx.gov www.crafthouston.org Holiday Market with Santa Wings Over Houston Airshow 281.890.5500 Fiestas Patrias 713.266.4492 www.tradersvillage.com 281.890.5500 www.wingsoverhouston.com www.tradersvillage.com Hometown Christmas- Magnolia Historical Society Fort Bend County Fair November This annual holiday event celebrates all of the joy Over 170,000 people attend this annual event that and magic of the Christmas season. Entertainment, features a parade, livestock auction, carnival, rodeo, live Home For The Holidays activities for the kids, a Christmas market, a visit from entertainment, exhibits, food & a BBQ Cook-Off. Old Town Spring’s annual Christmas celebration. 281.342.6171 Come enjoy shopping, strolling musicians, Santa and much more are all part of this holiday event. www.fortbendcountyfair.com barbershop quartets, photos with Santa, museum www.magnoliatxhistoricalsociety.com tours, train rides, horse & carriage rides, children’s Longhorn Rod Run Mayor’s Holiday Celebration Vintage car lovers can take a step back in time, chatting activities & entertainment. 832.393.0868 up the car owners and taking a peak under the hood 281.353.9310 www.houstontx.gov/mayorsholiday www.oldtownspring.com of over 400 antique cars lining the streets of Old Town “The Nutcracker” - Houston Repertoire Ballet Spring. Admission is free. Houston Championship Chili Cook-Off 281.940.4721 281.350.8801 281.890.5500 www.hrbdance.org www.oldtownspring.com www.tradersvillage.com

38 39 39 MONTGOMERY county libraries public libraries www.countylibrary.org harris county public libraries Central Library 104 I-45 N • Conroe 77301 • 936-539-7814 www.hcpl.lib.tx.us Hours: M-Th 9-9, F-Sa 9-5 Charles B Stewart Library Administration 202 Bessie Price Owen Dr • Montgomery 77356 • 936-788-8314 8080 El Rio St • Houston 77054 • 713-749-9000 Hours: M 9-8, Tu 9-8, W 9-6, Th 9-8, F-Sa 9-5 Hours: M-F 7:30-5 George & Cynthia Woods Mitchell Aldine 8125 Ashlane Way • The Woodlands 77382 • 936-442-7728 11331 Airline Dr • Houston 77037 • 281-445-5560 Hours: M-Th 9-9, F-Sa 9-5 Hours: M 1-8, Tu 10-7, W 1-8, Th 10-7, F 1-6, Sa 10-5 Malcolm Purvis Atascocita 510 Melton St • Magnolia 77354 • 936-442-7704 19520 Pinehurst Trail Dr • Humble 77346 • 281-812-2162 Hours: M 9-8, Tu-Th 9-6, F-Sa 10-4 Hours: M 11-8, Tu 1-9, W 10-6, Th 10-8, F 1-6, Sa 10-5 R.F. Meador Branch Baldwin Boettcher @ Mercer Park 709 W Montgomery • Willis 77378 • 936-442-7740 22248 Aldine Westfield • Humble 77338 • 281-821-1320 Hours: M-W 9-6, Th 9-8, F-Sa 9-5 Hours: M 1-8, Tu 10-6, W 12-8, Th 10-6, F 1-6, Sa 10-5 South Regional Barbara Bush @ Cypress Creek 2101 Lake Robbins Dr • The Woodlands 77380 • 936-442-7727 6817 Cypresswood Dr • Spring 77379 • 281-376-4610 Hours: M-Th 9-9, F-Sa 9-5 Hours: M 1-9, Tu 10-9, W 10-6, Th 10-9, F 10-6, Sa 10-5 Cy-Fair 9191 Barker-Cypress Rd • Cypress 77433 • 281-290-3210 GENEALOGY LIBRARIES Hours: Su 1-6, M-Th 7-10, F-Sa 8-6 Fairbanks Chaparral Genealogical Society 7122 North Gessner • Houston 77040 • 713-466-4438 310 N Live Oak • Tomball 77375 • 281-516-7417 Hours: M 1-9, Tu-Th 10-6, F 1-6, Sa 10-5 Hours: M-W 10-2, Sa 10-2, Closed 4th Sat of every month High Meadows Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research 4500 Aldine Mail Route • Houston 77039 • 281-590-1456 5300 Caroline • Houston 77004 • 832-393-2600 Hours: M 1-8, Tu-W 10-7, Th 10-8, F 1-6, Sa 10-5 Hours: Su-M Closed, Tu 10-6, W 10-8, Th 10-6, F-Sa 10-5 Katherine Tyra @ Bear Creek (Closed on City of Houston Holidays) 16719 Clay Rd • Houston 77084 • 281-550-0885 Montgomery County Memorial Library Hours: Su Closed, M 1-8, Tu 10-6, W 10-8, Th 10-6, F 1-6, Sa 10-5 System-Genealogy Library Kingwood 104 I-45 N • Conroe 77301 • 936-788-8363 4400 Bens View Ln • Kingwood 77339 • 281-360-6804 Hours: M 9-5, T-Th 9-9, F-Sa 9-5 Hours: M 1-9, Tu 10-6, W-Th 10-9, F 10-6, Sa 10-5 Northwest 11355 Regency Green Dr • Cypress 77429 • 281-890-2665 LAW LIBRARIES Hours: M 1-8, Tu 10-6, W 12-8, Th 10-6, F Closed, Sa 10-5 Octavia Fields @ Humble 1503 South Houston • Humble 77338 • 281-446-3377 Harris County Hours: M 1-7, Tu 10-9, W 10-7, Th 10-9, F Closed, Sa 10-5 1019 Congress • Houston 77002 • 713-755-5183 Spring Branch-Memorial Hours: M-F 8-7 930 Corbindale • Houston 77024 • 713-464-1633 Montgomery County Hours: M 1-9, Tu 10-9, W-Th 10-6, F 1-6, Sa 10-5 301 N Thompson Ste 106 • Conroe 77301 • 936-539-7960 Tomball Hours: M-F 8-5 30555 Tomball Parkway • Tomball 77375 • 832-559-4200 Thurgood Marshall Hours: M-Th 8-9:30, F 8-6, Sa 10-5 3100 Cleburne St • Houston 77004 • 713-313-7125 Hours: M-Th 7-12 midnight, F 7-10, Sa 9-10, Su 12 noon-12 midnight University Of Houston (O’Quinn Law Library) TEXAS STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION 4800 Calhoun Rd • Houston 77004 • 713-743-2300 1201 Brazos • Austin 78701 • 512-463-5455 • Hours: M-F 8-5 Hours: M-Th 7:30-12 midnight, F 7:30-11, Sa 9-8, Su 9-11 Sam Houston Regional Library & Research Center 650 FM 1011 • Liberty 77575 • 936-336-8821 PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARIES State Records Center George Bush Presidential Library & Museum 4400 Shoal Creek Blvd • Austin 78756 • 512-421-7200 1000 George Bush Dr W • College Station 77845 • 979-691-4000 Talking Book Program Hours: M-Sa 9:30-5, Su 12-5 4400 Shoal Creek Blvd • Austin 78756 • 800-252-9605 George W Bush Presidentail Library & Museum 2943 SMU Boulevard • Dallas 75205 • 214-346-1650 www.tsl.texas.gov Hours: M-Sa 9-5, Su 12-5 40 40 41 museums

Beer Can House & Museum The Houston Museum of Natural Science www.beercanhouse.org www.hmns.org 222 Malone St • Houston 77007 • 713.926.6368 5555 Hermann Park Dr • Houston 77030 • 713.639.4629 Buffalo Soldiers National Museum Humble Museum www.buffalosoldiersmuseum.com www.humblemuseum.com 3816 Caroline • Houston 77004 • 713.942.8920 219 E Main St • Humble 77338 • 281.446.2130 Children’s Museum of Houston John C Freeman Weather Museum www.cmhouston.org www.wxresearch.com 1500 Binz St • Houston 77004 • 713.522.1138 5104 Caroline St • Houston 77004 • 713.529.3076 Contemporary Arts Museum Houston Jung Center of Houston The www.camh.org www.junghouston.org 5216 Montrose • Houston 77006 • 713.284.8250 5200 Montrose Blvd • Houston 77006 • 713.524.8253 Czech Center Museum Houston Menil Collection The www.czechcenter.org www.menil.org 4920 San Jacinto St • Houston 77004 • 713.528.2060 1533 Sul Ross St • Houston 77006 • 713.525.9400 Health Museum The Lawndale Art Center www.thehealthmuseum.org www.lawndaleartcenter.org 1515 Hermann Dr • Houston 77004 • 713.521.1515 4912 Main St • Houston 77002 • 713.528.5858 Holocaust Museum Houston Museum of Fine Arts Houston www.hmh.org www.mfah.org 5401 Caroline St • Houston 77004 • 713.942.8000 1001 Bissonnet St • Houston 77005 • 713.639.7300 Houston Center for Contemporary Craft Rice University Art Gallery www.crafthouston.org ricegallery.org 4848 Main St • Houston 77002 • 713.529.4848 6100 Main St (Sewall Hall) • Houston 77005 • 713.348.6069 Houston Center for Photography Rothko Chapel The www.hcponline.org www.rothkochapel.org 1441 W Alabama St • Houston 77006 • 713.529.4755 3900 Yupon St • Houston 77006 • 713.524.9839

Altharetta Yeargin Art Museum...... 713.251.1987 Houston Computer Museum...... 281.293.7919 Ocean Star Offshore Drilling American Cowboy Museum...... 713.433.4441 Houston Fire Museum...... 713.524.2526 Rig & Museum...... 409.766.7827 Art Car Museum...... 713.861.5526 Houston Maritime Museum...... 713.666.1910 Pasadena Historical Museum...... 713.472.0565 Bay Area Museum...... 281.326.5950 Houston Police Museum The...... 281.230.2353 Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts...... 281.376.6322 Bayou Bend Collection & Gardens...... 713.639.7750 Houston Railroad Museum...... 713.631.6612 Pioneer Memorial Log House Museum...... 713.522.0396 Bishop’s Palace...... 409.762.2475 Houston Telephone Museum...... 713.861.9784 Rutherford B H Yates Museum Inc...... 713.739.0163 Blaffer Gallery at U of H...... 713.743.9521 Katy Veterans Memorial & San Jacinto Museum of History...... 281.479.2421 Brazoria County Historical Museum...... 979.864.1208 Heritage Museum...... 281.391.8387 Spring Creek County Historical Assoc...... 281.255.2148 Buffalo Bayou ArtPark...... 713.752.0314 Lone Star Flight Museum...... 409.740.7722 Spring Historical Museum...... 281.651.0055 Butler Longhorn Museum & Park...... 281.332.1393 Military Museum of Texas The...... 713.673.1234 St Joseph’s Church Museum...... 409.765.8687 Civil War Museum...... 281.528.9911 Moody Mansion Museum The...... 409.762.7668 Station Museum of Contemporary Art...... 713.529.6900 Cy Twombly Gallery The...... 713.525.9400 Museum of American Architecture & Texas City Museum...... 409.948.3111 Fort Bend Museum...... 281.342.6478 Decorative Arts ...... 281.649.3311 Texas Seaport Museum & The Elissa...... 409.763.1877 Galveston County Historical Museum..... 409.766.2340 Museum of Cultural Arts Houston...... 713.224.2787 Texas Southern University Museum...... 713.313.7145 Galveston Island Railroad Museum...... 409.765.5700 Museum of Printing History The...... 713.522.4652 Tomball Museum Center...... 281.255.2148 Heritage Museum of Museum of Southern History...... 281.649.3997 Woodlands Children’s Museum...... 281.465.0955 Montgomery County...... 936.539.6873 National Museum of Funeral History...... 281.876.3063 Heritage Society The...... 713-655-1912 New World Museum...... 713.426.4544 40 41 41 parks

Montgomery County Cape Conroe Park Ipes Road Sports Park Mussel Pond Preserve 371 Leisure Ln Montgomery 77356 25840 Ipes Rd Splendora 77372 FM 2854 Montgomery Co Precinct 2 Cedar Brake Park Kasmiersky Park Park in the Meadows 900 Eva St Montgomery 77356 889 Old Magnolia Rd Conroe 77304 19 Highland Point Dr Montgomery 77356 Charles Traylor Sports Park Lake Conroe Park Sallas Sports Complex 13551 Roger Rd Willis 77378 14968 Hwy 105 W Montgomery 77356 21675 McClesky New Caney 77357 Deep River Park Laughlan Park Spillway Park Montgomery, TX 77316 15264 Renee Ln Montgomery 77356 13228 Southshore Dr Conroe 77304 Ed Rinehart Park @ Valley Ranch Magnolia Youth Sports Complex Tamina Park 21845 Leonard St New Caney 77357 31719 Sugar Bend West Montgomery Co Main St South Montgomery Co Fernland Historical Park McDade Park Thunderbird Park 770 Clepper St Montgomery 77356 10310 FM 2854 Conroe 77304 1-4 Thunderbird Dr Conroe 77304 Gene Campbell Sports Park Memory Park Tram Road Football Park 3200 FM 1484 Conroe 77303 202 Bessie Price Owen Dr Montgomery 77356 15901 Tram Rd Splendora 77372 Gwen Hruska Park Montgomery County War Memorial Park Unity Park Brandon Rd 3 Miles South of Conroe Hwy 105 Downtown Conroe 19450 Unity Park Dr Magnolia 77355 Homecoming Park Montgomery County Nature Preserve West Montgomery County Park 720 Community Dr Montgomery 77356 1122 Pruitt Rd The Woodlands 77380 16716 FM 149 Montgomery 77356 Montgomery County Park Woodlands Sports Park (ORWALL) Huntsville, TX 77340 3 Miles East of I-45 (exit 90) Pruitt Rd South Montgomery Co

Harris County Bayer Park Jesse H Jones Park & Nature Center Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens 24811 W Hardy Rd Spring 77373 20634 Kenswick Dr Humble 77338 22306 Aldine Westfield Humble 77338 Burroughs Park Juergens Park Meyer Park 9738 Hufsmith Rd Tomball 77375 1331 Ulrich Road Tomball 77375 7700 Cypresswood Dr Spring 77379 Collins Park Kleb Woods Nature Preserve New Kentucky Park 6727 Cypresswood Spring 77379 20303 Draper Rd Tomball 77377 21710 FM 2920 Hockley 77447 Crosby Park Klein Park Pundt Park 419 Hare Rd Crosby 77532 4531 Spring Cypress Rd Spring 77379 4129 Spring Creek Dr Spring 77373 Crosby Sports Complex Lindsay/Lyons Park & Sports Complex Regency Green Pocket Park 6800 Miller-Wilson Rd Crosby 77532 2310 Atascocita Rd Humble 77396 11355 Regency Green Dr Cypress 77429 Cypress Top Historic Park Little Cypress Creek Preserve Rob Fleming Park 26026 Old Hempstead Hwy Cypress 77429 Telge @ Spring Cypress Cypress 77429 6055 Creekside Forest Dr Spring 77389 Doss Park Dr Martin Luther King, Jr Park Southwell Park 2500 Frick Rd Houston 77038 403 Chestnut Tomball 77375 27419 Nelson St Spring 77373 Dyess Park Matheson Park Spring Creek Park 16822 Kitzman Rd Cypress 77429 1240 Ulrich Road Tomball 77375 15012 Brown Rd Tomball 77375 East Shadowlake Pocket Park Matthews Park Telge Park 12826 E Shadowlake Dr Cypress 77429 1728 E Hufsmith Rd Tomball 77375 12400 Pleasant Grove Cypress 77429 Fritsche Park Matzke Park Theis Attaway Park 10603 Fritsche Cemetery Rd Cypress 77429 13110 Jones Rd Houston 77070 13509 Theis Ln Tomball 77375 Hockley Park May Park Zube Park 28515 Old Washington Rd Hockley 77447 2100 Wolf Rd Huffman 77336 17400 Roberts Rd Hockley 77447

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Acacia Park Cottage Green Park Hidden View Pond Park Pachyderm Park Summer Storm Park 147 Acacia Park Dr 1 W Cottage Green 51 S Hidden View Cir 6370 Cochran’s Crossing Dr 102 W Summer Storm Cir

Alden Bridge Park Craftwood Park High Oaks Park Park At Research Forest Sundance Park 7725 Alden Bridge Dr 154 Bryce Branch Cir 13100 Sawmill Rd 8900 Research Park Dr 3700 W Alden Bridge Dr

Alden Bridge Sports Park Cranebrook Park Hollylaurel Park Pastoral Pond Park Sunset Springs Park 7725 Alden Bridge Dr 11800 Cranebrook Dr 7100 Kendall Green Dr 105 Red Sable Dr 35 S Dreamweaver Cir

Alden Place Park Creekwood Park Jagged Ridge Park Pepperdale Park Tallowberry Park 10 Alden Glen Dr 3383 S Panther Creek Dr 201 New Harmony Trail 17 N Pentenwell Cir 7 S Tallowberry Cir

Alden Trace Park Crossvine Park Lakeside Park Piper’s Green Park Tamarac Park 219 W Greywing Cir 2709 Crossvine Cir 5001 W Alden Bridge Dr 2 E Piper’s Green St 1300 N Millbend Dr

Alden Woods Park Cypress Lake Park Larkwood Park Pleasant Hill Park Tapestry Park 5300 Alden Woods Dr 7250 Alden Bridge Dr 191 W Bristol Oak Cir 7300 Kendall Green Dr 31 E Tapestry Park Cir

Artist Grove Park Deepdale Pond Park LeHigh Springs Park Rainprint Park Terramont Park 115 Cezanne Woods Dr 7500 Windvale Cir 1 LeHigh Springs Dr 3 E Bigelow Oak Ct 8500 Terramont Dr

Avalon Park Deer Rush Pond Park Loggers Hollow Park Recreation Center The Cove Park 8585 Grogan’s Mill Rd 4601 Rush Haven Dr 1901 S Millbend 5310 Research Forest Dr 31 Leeward Cove Dr

Bantam Woods Park East Shore Park Long Lake Park Reedy Pond Park Timarron Park 130 E Beckonvale Cir 1 East Shore Dr 271 Split Rock Rd 4727 Woodlands Parkway 550 N Green Print Cir

Bear Branch Park Entry Lake Park Maple Glade Park Ridgewood Park Town Green Park 5200 Research Forest Dr 53 S Copper Sage Cir 165 Maple Glade Pl 4192 Woodrush Dr 2099 Lake Robbins Dr

Bear Branch Sport Fields Evangeline Oaks Park Maplewood Park Riva Row Park Trace Creek Park 5205 Research Forest Dr 48 N Evangeline Oaks Dr 15 Sunbird Ct 2101 Riva Row 158 E Wilde Yaupon

Bethany Bend Park Evergreen Park Meadowlake Park Rush Haven Park Tupelo Park 19 S Bethany Bend Cir 950 Evergreen Cir 9501 N Panther Creek Dr 5050 Rush Haven Dr 240 W Tupelo Green Cir

Black Knight Park Falconwing Park Mel Killian Park Sawmill Park Turnstone Park 17 W Monteagle Cir 5610 Rush Haven Dr 187 N Tranquil Path 2200 Millpark Dr 65 Cornerbook Pl

Bluff Creek Park Forest Lake Park Millbend Loop Linear Park Shadow Lake Marsh Venture Tech Park 1 Bluff Creek Pl 4900 Shadowbend Pl N & S Millbend Dr 5050 Lake Woodlands Dr 8402 New Trails Dr

Bonny Branch Commons Forestgate Park Millennium Mew Park Shadowpoint Park Waterway Square 1 Bonny Branch St 7505 S Forestgate Dr 5 Waterway Ave 119 E Shadowpoint Cir 31 Waterway Square Pl

Capstone Park Golden Sage Park Misty Dawn Park Shadowbend Park Wedgewood Park 155 Capstone Cir 1 Sylvan Forest Dr 174 W Drifting Shadows Cir 4192 Lake Woodlands Dr 42 Wedgewood Forest Dr

Cattail Park Gosling Pond Park Montfair Park Slatestone Park Wildescapes 9323 Cochran’s Crossing Dr Gosling Rd South of 242 33 ¼ Montfair Park Cir 169 W Slatestone Cir 10 E Woodtimber Ct

Chandler Creek Park Granite Ridge Park Mystic Forest Park Somerset Pond Park Wilde Creek Park 11 Scented Path Ln 7500 Windvale Cir 10 E Amberglow Cir 27 Somerset Pond Pl 6861 ¼ Wilde Creek Dr

Clover Park and Pond Grogan’s Point Park Mystic Lake Park South Shore Park Wimberly Park 187/207 N Mill Trace Dr 180 Grogans Point Rd 5100 Research Forest Dr 3030 Woodlands Parkway 303 Blair Bridge Dr

Cochran’s Bend Park Harper’s Landing Park Northshore Park Spring Hill Park Windvale Park 2 Misty Haven Pl 2 Blair Bridge Dr 2505 Lake Woodlands Dr 267 Bristol Bend Cir 7600 Windvale Cir

Cochran’s Green Park Hayden’s Run Park Northway Park St Peters Gate Park Winterra Park 8 Edgemire Pl 220 Wisteria Walk Cir 1 Veranda Ridge Dr 1 St Peters Gate 55 Acrewoods Pl

Cokeberry Pond Park Hazelcrest Park Old Sterling Park Star Ridge Park Wynnoak Park 1829 Nursery Rd 254 Hazelcrest 90 East Old Sterling Cir 2 N Star Ridge Cir 7 Wynnoak Dr

Copper Sage Park Hidden Lake Park Olmstead Park Summer Cloud Park 75 S Golden Arrow Cir 105 S Mill Trace Dr 109 East Shore Dr 78 N Summer Cloud Dr

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A.D. Players Crighton Theatre Offers Biblical truths through theater. Known as one of the oldest Christian theater A regional venue for local performing arts, national tours, events & celebrations. The companies in the U.S. theater was named “Best Regional Theatre in South Texas” in 2008 by Meeting & Events 2710 W Alabama Houston 77098 • 713.526.2721 • www.adplayers.org Magazine. The theatre is home base for performances by Stage-Right Productions, The Montgomery County Performing Arts Society & The Sounds of Texas Music Series. Alley Theatre 234 North Main St Conroe 77301 • 936.441.7469 • www.crightontheatre.org Presents a wide range of plays & musical theatre with an emphasis on new American works. The Alley is also home to educational programs such as From Stage to Page, Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion HYPE & the Young Performers Studio, all of which are designed to connect with our Is an outdoor amphitheater that provides the area with a variety of performing arts future audience & future artists of our city. & contemporary entertainment. The Pavilion accommodates up to 16,500 guests 615 Texas Houston 77002 • 713.220.5700 • www.alleytheatre.org including covered reserved, uncovered reserved & hillside lawn seating. In 1992 The Pavilion became the official summer home of the Houston Symphony. CWMP presents Applause Theatre approximately 75 events every March through November. Offers artistic training for beginners thru advanced. Also offered are workshops, 2005 Lake Robbins Dr The Woodlands 77380 • 281.363.3300 • www.woodlandscenter.org acting classes, seminars as well as Broadway series performances. 6608 FM 1960 W Houston 77069 • 281.440.4111 • www.applausetheatre.com Cypress Creek FACE Is a 501 c(3) non-profit performing arts foundation whose mission is to provide cultural Arena Theatre arts programming in The Centrum for the community. Concerts feature the highest level One of Houston’s oldest & most successful concert venues. Host to legendary artists of national & international classical & popular performing artists ranging from traditional such as Aretha Franklin, Willie Nelson, BB King along with some of the best national & to contemporary, large ensembles to small, solo performers, new artists & art forms, and international pop, country & jazz talents. The “in-the-round” stage enables audience multi-cultural attractions. members a degree of intimacy that are prohibitive in traditional type settings. 6823 Cypresswood Dr Spring 77379 • 281.440.4850 • www.cypresscreekface.org 7326 Southwest Frwy Houston 77074 • 713.772.5900 • www.arenahouston.com Ensemble Theatre Art League Houston Is the largest African-American professional theatre company in the U.S. that produces One of Houston’s longest operating non-profit visual arts organizations. The mission of in-house & owns its own facility. The theatre is a non-profit organization that presents the Art League is to promote public appreciation of & interest in the visual arts. The Art a repertoire of critically acclaimed dramas, comedies & musicals that demonstrate the League has provided more than 750 exhibitions, highlighted more than 22,000 artists artistic ability of more than 250 professional local, regional & national artists and support and over 29,000 students have attended the Art League School. staff. The theatre also supports an educational touring program & a summer young 1953 Montrose Blvd Houston 77006 • 713.523.9530 • www.artleaguehouston.org performers training program. Bayou Music Center 3535 Main St Houston 77002 • 713.520.0055 • www.ensemblehouston.com Located in the heart of Houston’s Downtown Theater District, Verizon Wireless Theatre is Express Children’s Theatre the “go-to” destination for the best in live entertainment. VWT is the host to over 100 Houston’s oldest & largest performing and arts education organization dedicated events annually including concerts, comedy, theatrical productions, fund raising galas, specifically to children & families. The theatre creates & presents professionally, culturally private parties, corporate meetings & seminars. With its versatile seating arrangements diverse performing arts designed to entertain & educate. Express has been the proud (general admission, theater style & cabaret), there’s not a bad seat in the house. recipient of two Austin Circle of Drama Awards, three B Iden Payne awards for children’s 520 Texas Ave Houston 77002 • 713.230.1600 • www.livenation.com theatre & a cover story in Stage Directions magazine. Broadway Across America 446 Northwest Mall Houston 77092 • 713.682.5044 • www.expresstheatre.com The Best of Broadway without leaving home. First rate touring Broadway shows, Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston family productions & other live attractions performed at The Hobby Center, a state of A non-profit, all volunteer company which is dedicated to preserving & sharing the legacy the art entertainment complex. BAA is committed to sharing the magic of live theatre of Gilbert & Sullivan’s operas. As an internationally award winning champion of the arts & educating audiences of all ages in the process. community, the Society is proudest of showcasing young talent as well as awarding over PO Box 22790 Houston 77227 • 713.622.7469 • www.broadwayacrossamerica.com 100 scholarships to vocal performance & theatre tech students over the years. PO Box 741267 Houston 77274 Centrum, The 713.627.3570 • www.gilbertandsullivan.org Is part of the Cypress Creek Christian Community Center complex that is host to 120 non-profit organizations that use the facility annually. The hall provides performance space for cultural Grand 1894 Opera House The & civic events such as art exhibitions, educational activities, concerts & performing arts “The Official Opera House of Texas”, The Grand is the premier performing arts venue on programs, school concerts including bands, choirs & orchestras as well as UIL competitions. the Gulf Coast. It presents a year-round performance schedule featuring stars of stage & 6823 Cypresswood Dr Spring 77379 • 281.376.7121 • www.thecentrum.org screen. A wide variety of performances ranging from dramas to dance, music to comedy to Broadway hits are showcased on this historic stage. The Grand is listed in the National Class Act Productions Register of Historic Places. A non-profit performing arts group for students in TheWoodlands & surrounding 2020 Post Office St Galveston 77550 • 800.821.1894 • www.thegrand.com areas. The mission of Class Act Productions is to provide opportunities for youth through education, training & by participating in professional quality musical theatre Hobby Center for the Performing Arts productions. Class Act Productions features 2 full scale Broadway musicals a year, The center provides 2 elegant theaters to enjoy musicals & theatre performances. Zilka 2 Broadway Jr summer workshops, Premier Performing Ensembles & 2 semester Hall which seats 500 & Sarofim Hall which has a seating capacity of 2,650. The purpose of sessions in theatre dramatics. the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts is to encourage distinctive arts education & to 25275 Budde Rd Ste 25 The Woodlands 77380 • 281.292.6779 provide outreach programs to the community. www.classactproductions.org 800 Bagby Houston 77002 • 713.315.2400 • www.thehobbycenter.org Conroe Symphony Orchestra Houston Ballet The CSO seasons includes the presentation of traditional classical treasures, popular favorites America’s 5th largest ballet company, featuring 53 dancers. The company performs & featured soloists. The major objective of the orchestra is to provide the audience with classics such as Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty & The Nutcracker as well as new ballets the best possible musical experience while showcasing the talent & hard work of our area commissioned from some of the world’s most prestigious contemporary choreographers. musicians. More than 225 volunteers provide support for the presentation of the 5 classic The Wortham Center is home to the Houston Ballet where they conduct 75 performances concerts, fundraising events, youth orchestra activities & educational outreach programs. seven months a year. 1500 N. Frazier Conroe 77301 • 888.823.6610 • www.conroesymphony.org 1921 W Bell St Houston 77019 • 713.227.2787 • www.houstonballet.org 44 44 45 Houston Friends of Music Opera in the Heights A 501 c(3) charitable organization, whose purpose is to present great chamber music by A nationally & internationally acclaimed opera house, providing a stage for emerging great performers during the course of a nine concert series. As their presence in Houston opera performers & bringing affordable opera to the Greater Houston area. 4 fully-staged has grown, a related goal has emerged; to share this wonderful experience with the younger traditional operas are produced each season in addition to 8 shows of La Boheme. generation by providing free tickets for students at most of the colleges & a number of 1703 Heights Blvd Houston 77008 • 713.861.5303 • www.operaintheheights.org the high schools in the area as well as providing master classes by guest artists for music students at selected local high schools & colleges. Playhouse 1960 6100 Main St Houston 77005 • 713.348.5400 • www.houstonfriendsofmusic.org A non-profit, community based theater that welcomes the general public to participate in productions as well as attend performances. Curtain time for the Main Houston Grand Opera Stage performances are Friday & Saturday evenings at 8pm. The Children’s Theater One of the United States’ premier opera companies. HGO has a unique, delicately balanced offers matinee performances at 3pm on Saturday & Sundays. approach to programming & a reputation for reaching out to new audiences through many 6814 Gant Rd Ste 116 Houston 77066 • 281.587.8243 • www.ph1960.com different music theater genres. It encourages the presentation of masterpieces from the Society for the Performing Arts traditional operatic repertoire & is internationally renowned for its commitment to the The goal of the Society is to present the highest quality of national & international development & presentation of new work. performing artists & companies, ranging from traditional to contemporary, large 510 Preston St Houston 77002 • 713.228.6737 • www.houstongrandopera.org orchestras & dance companies to recitalists & solo performers, new artists & art forms Houston Repertoire Ballet to multi-cultural attractions. SPA seeksto create opportunities for the discovery, development & celebration of creative abilities in whatever form they may take. Is the premier junior ballet company in Northwest Houston providing professional quality performances in Tomball & the surrounding areas. HRB provides 2 major productions for the 615 Louisiana St Ste 100 Houston 77002 • 713.227.4772 • www.spahouston.org community each season. HRB is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in the art of classical Texas Master Chorale ballet, providing a program of the highest quality to local dancers through professional Is a mixed choral ensemble of 100 auditioned singers. TMC performs a variety of instruction, education & performance experiences. choral masterworks from classical to contemporary & from sacred to secular. Texas 8515-F Jackrabbit Rd Houston 77095 • 281.940.4721 • www.hrbdance.org Master Chorale seeks to prepare, present & promote classical & innovative music programs & educational opportunities within the Houston area. Houston Symphony 1002 Village Square Dr Ste C Tomball 77375 • 281.351.9818 Performs approximately 170 concerts for more than 350,000 people each year. Widely www.texasmasterchorale.org acclaimed as one of the top orchestras in the world. The Houston Symphony, through their education program reaches over 40,000 students from various school districts and entertains The Regional Arts Council (TRAC) 13,000 Houstonians through their Sounds Like Fun! free family concerts. Is an organization dedicated in promoting arts in the Tomball & Magnolia 615 Louisiana St Houston 77002 • 713.224.7575 • www.houstonsymphony.org communities. Planning, hosting & promoting quality performing & visual arts, cultural offerings & art education is the focus, commitment & goal of TRAC. InterActive Theater Company 281.351.2787 • www.tracthearts.org Houston’s premier theater for children & their families. A forum for artistic collaboration, a vital educational resource for metropolitan schools, and a site of multicultural programming Theatre Under the Stars (TUTS) for an international city. The perfect blend of education & entertainment. A non-profit company whose mission is the production of quality musical theatre, 1548 Heights Blvd Houston 77008 • 713.862.7112 • www.interactivetheater.org the creation of new works & the development of future artists. Since 1972, TUTS has operated the Humphreys School of Musical Theatre which provides training in musical Jones Hall for the Performing Arts theatre techniques. The company’s subscription season includes 6 musicals and the free Millions of art patrons have enjoyed countless stage & musical performances inside this Miller Outdoor Theatre show, which has been performed for 40 consecutive summers. stunning performance hall named for its namesake, Jesse Holman Jones. The unparalleled 800 Bagby Ste 200 Houston 77002 • 713.558.8887 • www.tuts.com versatility of the building enables Jones Hall to accommodate several art forms. Jones Hall is home to both the Houston Symphony & the Society for the Performing Arts. More than Wortham Center 400,000 visitors attend some 250 events annually. A masterful, creative playground for performing artists. The Wortham Center is home 615 Louisiana St Houston 77002 • 832.487.7050 • www.houstonfirsttheatres.com to Houston Ballet & Houston Grand Opera. It also serves as a backdrop for social galas, civic meetings, corporate & group events & even weddings. The center has been host to Main Street Crossing audiences totaling more than 5 million people since its opening in 1987 & has been host A live entertainment venue offering music performances from regional & local acts. A variety to many of the world’s most accomplished artists. The facility features 2 theaters, the Alice of music including blues, country & western, rock, Christian and rap are offered in this & George Brown Theater (2,423 seats) & the Roy & Lillie Cullen Theater (1,100 seats). family-friendly environment. 500 Texas Ave Houston 77002 • 713.237.1439 • www.houstonfirsttheatres.com 111 W Main Tomball 77375 • 281.290.0431 • www.mainstreetcrossing.com Main Street Theater Additional Performing Arts… Its mission is to create theater that challenges its audience to think & its artists to grow. Ars Lyrica Houston • 713.622.7443 • www.arslyricahouston.org It’s accomplished by presenting an articulate & compelling product in an intimate setting, Bobbindoctrin Puppet Theater • 713.526.7434 • www.bobbindoctrin.wordpress.com creating significant employment for Houston-based artists, and memorable theatrical Catastrophic Theatre • 713.522.2723 • www.catastrophictheatre.com experiences for audiences of all ages. MST is a member of the Fresh Arts Coalition, a CORE Performance Company • 713.862.5530 • www.coredance.org collaboration of the most original & thought provoking arts groups in Houston. Country Playhouse • 713.467.4497 • www.countryplayhouse.org 2540 Times Blvd Houston 77005 • 713.524.6706 • www.mainstreettheater.com Da Camera of Houston • 713.524.5050 • www.dacamera.com 4617 Montrose Blvd Houston 77006 • 713.524.6706 • www.mainstreettheater.com Dance Houston • 713.526.1049 • www.dancehouston.com Miller Outdoor Theatre Dominic Walsh Dance Theater • 713.652.3938 • www.dwdt.org Offering quality, professional & diverse entertainment FREE to the public. In 2008, Dosey Doe • 281.940.4721 • www.doseydoescoffeeshop.com approximately 298,000 people were entertained by more than 120 performances. There is Frenetic Theater • 832.426.4624 • www.freneticore.net seating for 1,582 patrons, 27 wheel chair spaces & an 80,000 sq ft lawn that accommodates Houston Children’s Chorus • 713.650.3800 • www.houstonchildren.org another 4,500 people. Since 1984, MOT has provided a unique resource for the city & its visitors. LSC-Tomball Performing Arts • 281.401.1889 • www.lonestar.edu/arts-tomball 6000 Hermann Park Dr Houston 77030 • 281.373.3386 • www.milleroutdoortheatre.com Mercury Baroque • 713.533.0080 • www.mercuryhouston.org Montgomery County Performing Arts Society Owen Theatre, The • 936.539.4090 • www.owentheatre.com Players Theatre Co., The • 936.539.4090 • www.theplayerstc.com Is dedicated in bringing professional quality performing arts to the people of Montgomery County. The Society is committed in fostering education about & an appreciation of performing arts. The • 713.348.4854 • www.musicrice.edu 26 member, volunteer board is comprised of culturally minded men & women who seek to fulfill Stages Repertory Theatre • 713.527.8243 • www.stagestheatre.com the mission of the Society. Texas Repertory Theatre Co. • 281.583.7573 • www.texreptheatre.org 236 A Main St Conroe 77301 • 936.760.2787 • www.mcpas.org Woodlands Ballet Theatre • 281.367.7185 • www.payneacademy.com Woodlands Civic Ballet • 281.362.7271 • www.woodlandscivicballet.org 44 45 45 things to do Cockrell Butterfly Center 5555 Hermann Park Dr Houston 77030 713.639.4629 • www.hmns.org ComedySportz 901 Town & Country Blvd Houston 77024 Aerodrome Ice Skating Complex 713.868.1444 • www.comedysportzhouston.com 8220 Willow Place Dr N Houston 77070 281.847.5283 • www.aerodromes.com Cork This! Winery 21123 Eva St Montgomery 77356 Allen’s Landing 936.597.4030 • www.corkthiswinery.com 1001 Commerce St Houston 77002 713.752.0314 • www.buffalobayou.org/allenslanding.html Creekside Offroad Ranch 13580 Highway 59 Splendora 77372 AMF Woodlands Lanes 281.689.5700 • www.creeksideedge.com 27000 I-45 North The Woodlands 77385 281.367.1277 • www.amf.com/woodlandslanes Dave & Buster’s 7620 Katy Frwy Ste 100 Houston 77024 Armand Bayou Nature Center 713.263.0303 8500 Bay Area Blvd Pasadena 77507 6010 Richmond Ave Houston 77057 281.474.2551 • www.abnc.org 713.952.2233 • www.daveandbusters.com Aurora Picture Show Downtown Aquarium 2442 Bartlett St Houston 77098 410 Bagby Houston 77002 713.868.2101 • www.aurorapictureshow.org 713.223.3474 • www.downtownaquarium.com BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir - Houston Galveston Island Pleasure Pier 1150 Brand Ln Stafford 77447 2501 Seawall Blvd Galveston 77550 281.765.2277 • www.houston.baps.org 855.789.7437 • www.pleasurepier.com Battleship Texas General Sam’s ATV & Offroad Park 3523 Independence Parkway South 224 Bishop Rd Huntsville 77340 La Porte 77571 936.581.4847 • www.generalsams.com 281.479.2431 • www.tpwd.state.tx.us George Observatory Bayou Place 21901 FM 762 Needville 77461 534 Texas Ave Houston 77002 281.242.3055 • www.hmns.org 281.300.1568 • www.bayouplace.com George Ranch Historical Park Bayou Wildlife Park 10215 FM 762 Richmond 77469 5050 FM 517 Alvin 77511 281.343.0218 • www.georgeranch.org 281.337.6376 • www.bayouwildlifepark.com Greater Houston Soaring Association Beer Can House 979.478.2323 • www.houstonsoaring.org 222 Malone Houston 77007 713.926.6368 • www.orangeshow.org Gulf Greyhound Park 1000 FM 2004 La Marque 77568 Bernhardt Winery 409.986.9500 • www.gulfgreyhound.com 9043 County Rd 204 Plantersville 77363 936.894.9829 • www.bernhardtwinery.com Haak Vineyards & Winery 6310 Ave T Santa Fe 77510 Buffalo Bayou 409.925.1401 • www.haakwine.com 1113 Vine St Houston 77002 713.752.0314 • www.buffalobayou.org Hana & Arthur Ginzbarg Nature Discovery Center 7112 Newcastle St Bellaire 77401 Burke Baker Planetarium 713.667.6550 • www.naturediscoverycenter.org 5555 Hermann Park Dr Houston 77030 713.639.4629 • www.hmns.org Hermann Park Intersection of Main & Montrose Houston 77030 Challenger Seven Memorial Park 713.524.5876 www.hermannpark.org 2301 Nasa Rd 1 Webster 77598 713.440.1587 • Houston Arboretum & Nature Center www.co.harris.tx.us/comm_lee/pchallenger7/ 4501 Woodway Dr Houston 77024 713.681.8433 • www.houstonarboretum.org Chuck E Cheese’s 17780 Tomball Pkwy Houston 77064 Houston Motorsports Park 281.894.1900 11620 N Lake Houston Pkwy Houston 77044 2220 FM 1960 Houston 77090 281.458.1972 • www.houstonmotorsportspark.com 281.893.2148 Houston Polo Club 16790 I-45 S Conroe 77385 8552 Memorial Dr Houston 77024 936.271.1550 • www.chuckecheese.com 713.681.8571 • www.thehoustonpoloclub.com CityCentre Houston Zoo 800 Town & Country Blvd Houston 77024 6200 Hermann Park Dr Houston 77030 713.629.5200 • www.citycentrehouston.com 713.533.6500 • www.houstonzoo.org

46 46 47 Incredible Pizza Sam Houston National Forest 230 S Loop 336 W Conroe 77304 394 FM 1375 W New Waverly 77358 936.441.2222 • www.ipcconroe.com 936.344.6205 • www.fs.usda.gov/texas IT’Z Sam Houston Race Park 18355 Tomball Pkwy Houston 77070 7575 N Sam Houston Pkwy West Houston 77064 832.678.2151 • www.itzusa.com/houston 281.807.8700 • www.shrp.com Jade Buddha Temple San Jacinto Monument 6969 West Branch Dr Houston 77072 One Monument Circle La Porte 77571 281.498.1616 • www.jadebuddha.org 281.479.2421 • www.sanjacinto-museum.org Jellystone Park & Campgrounds Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark 34843 Betka Rd Waller 77484 2026 Lockheed St Galveston 77554 800.347.5106 • www.jellystonetexas.com 409.770.9283 • www.schlitterbahn.com/gal Kemah Boardwalk Sea Center Texas 215 Kipp Ave Kemah 77565 300 Medical Dr Lake Jackson 77566 877.285.3624 • www.kemahboardwalk.com 979.292.0100 • www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest Lee & Joe Jamail Skatepark 7 Acre Wood 103 Sabine St Houston 77007 4401 N Frazier Conroe 77303 713.222.5500 • www.houstontx.gov/parks/lee-joepark.html 936.890.2326 • www.7acrewood.org Lynchburg Ferry Southern Empress Cruises 1001 Independence Pkwy N Baytown 77520 7041 Kingston Cove Ln Willis 77318 281.424.3521 • www.hcp2.com/infrastructure/lynchburg-ferry 936.588.3000 • www.southernempress.com Main Event Space Center Houston 19441 I-45 S Shenandoah 77385 1601 NASA Pkwy Houston 77058 281.355.5511 • www.maineventusa.com 281.244.2100 • www.spacecenter.org Marq-E Entertainment Center Splashtown Waterpark 7620 Katy Frwy Houston 77024 21300 I-45 N Spring 77383 713.290.1596 • www.marqehouston.com 281.355.3300 • www.splashtownpark.com Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens Star Fleet Yachts 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd Humble 77338 280 Grove Rd Kemah 77565 281.443.8731 • www.hcp4.net/mercer 281.334.4692 • www.starfleetyachts.com Messina Hof Winery & Resort Williams Water Wall 4545 Old Reliance Rd Bryan 77808 2800 Post Oak Blvd Houston 77056 979.778.9463 • www.messinahof.com 713.966.7799 Montgomery County Archery Club Zuma Fun Centers 18500 Trails End Road Conroe 77385 6767 SW Frwy Houston 77074 936.537.6275 • www.mcac3d.com 713.981.7888 • www.zumafuncenters.com Moody Gardens One Hope Blvd Galveston 77554 800.582.4673 • www.moodygardens.com Mountasia Movie Theaters 17190 SH 249 Houston 77064 281.894.9791 • www.mountasia.com AMC Theatres • www.amctheatres.com Loews Spring 10 20115 Holzwarth Rd 77388...... 281.288.5061 N H Davis Pioneer Complex & Museum Cinemark • www.cinemark.com 308 Liberty St Montgomery 77356 936.597.4155 • www.historicmontgomerytexas.com Tinseltown 17 & XD 1600 Lake Robbins Dr 77380...... 800.326.3264(1167#) Market Street 9595 Six Pines Dr 77380...... 800.326.3264(2117#) North Lake Conroe Paddling Co Grand 14 The • www.thegrandtheatre.com 13988 Calvary Rd Willis 77318 4029 I-45 North 77301...... 936.856.9949 936.203.2697 • www.northlakeconroepaddlingco.com Landmark River Oaks Theatre • www.landmarktheatres.com Orange Show Monument 2009 W Gray St 77019...... 713.866.8881 2402 Munger Houston 77023 Movie Tavern • www.movietavern.com 713.926.6368 • www.orangeshow.org 15719 I-45 N 77090...... 281.248.8396 Pump It Up Showboat The • www.theshowboatdrivein.com 536 Sawdust Rd The Woodlands 77380 22422 FM 2920 77447...... 281.351.5224 281.465.4747 • www.pumpitupparty.com Silverado 19 IMAX • www.santikos.com Racing Adventures 24720 Tomball Pkwy 77375...... 281.290.0077 Blimp Base Rd & FM 2004 Houston 77563 Star Cinema Grill • www.starcinemagrill.com 888.572.7223 • www.racingadventures.com 2000 I-45 North 77301...... 936.539.6088 Royal Purple Raceway Wortham IMAX Theater • www.hmns.org/ 2525 FM 565 South Baytown 77520 5555 Hermann Park Dr 77030...... 713.639.4629 281.383.7223 • www.royalpurpleraceway.com 46 47 47 transportation Customer Service: Car/Van Rentals 281.875.3279 Airlines Store Locations: Aeromexico...... 800-237-6639 Advantage Rent-A-Car...... 800-777-5500 Air Canada...... 888-247-2262 Alamo Rent A Car...... 877-222-9075 • 15823 North Frwy • Air France...... 800-237-2747 Auto Europe...... 888-223-5555 Houston 77090 AirTran...... 800-247-8726 Avis Rent A Car...... 800-331-1212 • 2707 W Sam Houston Pkwy N • Alaska Airlines...... 800-426-0333 Budget Car Rental...... 800-527-0700 Houston 77043 American Airlines...... 800-433-7300 Capps Van & Car Rental...... 800-969-9329 Atlantic Airlines...... 800-879-0000 Dollar Rent A Car...... 800-800-3665 Rules for the “Carry On” British Airways...... 800-247-9297 E - Z Rent A Car...... 800-277-5171 Cayman Airways...... 800-422-9626 Enterprise Rent A Car...... 800-261-7331 of all liquids, gels & aerosols China Airlines...... 800-227-5118 Fox Rent A Car...... 800-225-4369 • All liquids, gels & aerosols must be Hertz...... 800-654-3131 Delta Air Lines...... 800-221-1212 in a 3.4 ounce or smaller Frontier Airlines...... 800-432-1359 National Car Rental...... 877-222-9058 Hawaiian Airlines...... 800-367-5320 P V Car & Truck Rental...... 800-275-7878 container. 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Houston 77032...... 281.230.3100 Officers may need to open these David Wayne Hooks Memorial (DWH) Railroads 20803 Stuebner Airline Amtrack...... 800-USA-RAIL items to conduct additional Spring 77379...... 281.376.5436 screening. 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48 48 49 area codes and time zones

210 - San Antonio Area 512 - Austin, San Marcos, Kyle, Lampasas, 903 - Texarkana, Tyler, Sherman, 214 - Dallas Area Bastrop, Milam, Central Texas Longview, Marshall, Palestine, 254 - Waco, Killeen, Temple, Belton, 682 - Fort Worth, Arlington, Grandview, Jacksonville, Carthage, NE Texas Stephenville, North Texas Weatherford, Rhome 915 - El Paso County, Hudspeth County 281 - Houston Area 713 - Houston Area 936 - Nacogdoches, Lufkin, Conroe, Huntsville, Crockett, Center & 325 - Abilene, Sweetwater, Snyder, 737 - Austin, San Marcos, Kyle, Southeast Texas San Angelo Lampasas, Bastrop, Milam, Central Texas 940 - Vernon, Wichita Falls, Denton, - Corpus Christi, Victoria, 361 Gainesville, Decatur, North Texas George West, South Texas 806 - Amarillo, Lubbock, Canadian, Perryton, Shamrock, Dalhart, 956 - Laredo, Brownsville, McAllen, 409 - Beaumont, Galveston, Port Arthur, Texas Panhandle Harlingen, South Texas Jasper, Southeast Texas 817 - Fort Worth, Arlington, Grandview, 972 - Dallas Area - Northeast Texas 430 Weatherford, Rhome 979 - Wharton, Bryan, Bay City, 432 - West Texas, Big Spring, 830 - Uvalde, New Braunfels, Kerrville, College Station, Lake Jackson, Midland, Odessa Eagle Pass, Southwest Texas La Grange, Southeast Texas texas area c od es 469 - Dallas Area 832 - Houston Area 281, 713, 832 - Houston Area

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48 49 49 support the troops

As a community we must continue to show our support to the thousands of men and women who are currently away from home serving our country. On this page you will find ideas for care packages as well as a list of websites that provide information on drop-off sites, mailing information & instructions and ways you can continue to support our troops. Remember, these things may not seem like much to you but to a soldier overseas it is a reminder of home.

what can be sent what cannot be sent CANNED ITEMS TOILETRIES (Cont’d) Pork Products • Alcohol Pornographic Materials Canned Fruit • Peanut Butter/Jelly Cotton Balls • Dental Floss Liquid Hand Sanitizer • Aerosol Cans. Tuna (in pouches are best) Deodorant • Eye Drops Do not send products in glass containers Chicken (packs or pop-tops) Face Soap • Foot/Boot Powder unless they are bubble-wrapped a few times. CONDIMENTS Imodium • Pepto Bismol • Mouthwash Package all food items that may leak in Insect Repellent Wipes w/ Deet (non-aerosol) zip-lock bags. Put all liquid items in a zip-lock Ketchup • Garlic Salt • Hot Sauce Laundry Soap/Fabric Softener bag. Mayo • Mustard • Salt/Pepper Lotion (body & hand) • Mirror Please visit the USPS www.usps.com to learn Sugar (individual packets) Nasal Spray/Drops • Q-Tips more about APO/FPO mailings. Sweet N Low (individual packets) Shampoo/Conditioner You may also call 1-800-222-1811 to order Cajun Seasoning • Honey (packs) free shipping supplies. Sunscreen • Toilet Paper Lawry’s Seasoning • Relish Toenail/Fingernail Clippers Visit the Military Postal Service Agency to learn Salad Dressings even more at http://hqdainet.army.mil/mpsa Toothbrush/Toothpaste Spices (various kinds) Tooth Picks • Vitamins POWDERED DRINK MIX MEN: Razors • Shaving Cream (in a tube) The following is list of (single packets are best) After-Shave Lotion (no fragrance) websites that can assist Crystal Light • Gatorade WOMEN: Panty Liners you in finding ways you Juice Boxes • Kool-Aid • Propel Feminine Hygiene Products can support our troops… Hair Clips & Bands • Hair Gel SNACK FOODS FUN TIME MATERIAL www.uso.org Salsa & Chips • Pudding Cups www.usps.com Board Games Beef Jerky • Beef Sticks www.semperfifund.org CD Player & CDs (plus batteries) Summer Sausage • Cheese Spreads www.freedomcalls.org Playing Cards • Frisbee Small Velveeta Cheese Blocks www.adoptaplatoon.org Packaged Poker Set Dry Cereal • Chex Mix • Chips www.tellthemthanks.com Balls (all types) Cookies • Crackers • Dried Fruit www.anysoldier.com Batteries (AA, C, D, 9 Volt) Energy Bars • Cereal Bars www.herobox.org Dart Board w/ Darts High Protein Bars • Granola Bars www.hugs4smilesusa.org Disposable Cameras • DVDs Fruit Pies • Gum www.give2thetroops.org Playstation w/ games Hard Candy • Nuts (all kinds) www.supportourheroes.net Puzzle Books • Word Find Books TOILETRIES www.supportourtroops.org Water Guns • X-Box w/ games • Yo-Yos www.yellowribbonfund.com Advil • Tylenol • Cold/Cough Drops Hand Held Electronic Games www.treatthetroops.org Sinus Meds • Antacids Mailing Envelopes (no stamps) www.operationfirstresponse.org Air Freshener • Anti-Bacterial Wipes Pens w/ Stationary www.operationmilitarypride.org Antibiotic Cream (Neosporin) Mag Flashlight Bulbs • Magazines www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com Baby Oil • Baby Powder • Baby Wipes Sewing Kits • Book Lights www.homefronthugs.ipower.com Brush/Comb • Chapstick Hand Held Fan/Water Misting Fan Contact Lens Cleaner www.operationcareandcomfort.org 50 50 51 voter registration Why Should I Vote?

We live in a democracy and the only way a democracy works is if its citizens, young & old, are active participants. Voting is an opportunity to exercise one of the privileges of living in a democratic nation. Do you realize some of the most significant election issues oftentimes directly effect the youth of the country? The war in Iraq, the economy, education, employment & job training programs are just a few of the issues that effect your life today but think about the future and you can add environmental issues, fossil fuel consumption, farming & livestock funding and the list keeps growing. If you don’t vote, you are surrendering your power to have any say on how these issues play out. Also, by not voting, you are agreeing to “taxation without representation.” Don’t you want a say in how your tax dollars are spent? Not to mention, if you choose not to cast your vote, you really have no right to complain about political policies of the government. You are basically saying, you don’t care what your government does. If you don’t care, then why complain about something you don’t care about? But above all else, you should vote because you can. People all over the world fight & die for this right and it’s a gift that is yours for the taking.

HARRIS COUNTY MONTGOMERY COUNTY WALLER COUNTY County Clerk - Stan Stanart Elections Admin - Suzie Harvey County Clerk - Patricia Spadachene P.O. Box 1525 P.O. Box 2646 836 Austin St., Ste 318 Houston, TX 77251-1525 Conroe, TX 77305-2646 Hempstead, TX 77445 (713) 755-6411 • (713) 755-4983 (936) 539-7843 • (936) 538-8143 (979) 826-7735 • (979) 826-7738 www.harrisvotes.com www.co.montgomery.tx.us www.co.waller.tx.us

TEXAS REPUBLICAN PARTY This is a list of county and state contacts TEXAS DEMOCRATIC PARTY 1108 Lavaca, Ste 500 and websites that can assist in answering 4818 East Ben White Blvd, Ste 104 Austin, TX 78701 questions and providing additional Austin, TX 78741 (512) 477-9821 information in regards to the voter (512) 478-9800 www.texasgop.org registration & voting process. www.txdemocrats.org

LIBERTARIAN PARTY of TEXAS SECRETARY of STATE ROCK THE VOTE 1904 Guadalupe St., Ste B Elections Division 1001 Conneticut Ave NW, Ste 640 Austin, TX 78705 P.O. Box 12060 Washington, DC 20036 1-800-422-1776 Austin, TX 78711-2060 (202) 719-9910 www.lptexas.org (512) 463-5650 • 1-800-252-8683 www.rockthevote.com www.sos.state.tx.us/elections

• You must be a U.S. Citizen • You must be 18 years old on Election Day • You must reside in the state in which you wish to register • You must register 30 days prior to an election to be eligible to vote in that election • You cannot be a convicted felon (unless sentence, probation and/or parole are completed)

Registration • You are not declared mentally incapacitated by a court of law Requirements 50 51 51 shopping Conroe Outletwww.outletsatconroe.com Mall

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Abercrombie...... 281-419-1017 Disney Store...... 281-298-5276 LEGO Store The...... 281-292-8605 Shiekh Shoes...... 281-465-0554 Abercrombie & Fitch...... 281-298-2222 Elegant Jewels...... 281-292-1128 Lids...... 281-296-2788 Silver Jeans Co...... Coming Soon Aeropostale...... 281-419-6999 Express...... 281-292-3755 LOFT...... 281-419-8910 Sleep Number...... 281-362-0499 Aldo Shoes...... 281-465-9108 Express-Men...... 281-292-3755 LoveSac...... 281-298-1471 Snip-Its Hair Cuts for Kids...... 281-419-4222 Al’s Formal Wear...... 281-362-7888 EyeMasters...... 281-681-0423 Macy’s...... 281-362-6245 Soft Surroundings...... 832-585-5109 American Eagle Outfitters...... 281-298-9016 Famous Cajun Grill...... 281-364-9822 Macy’s Children...... 281-362-6174 Solstice...... 281-292-7118 Anthropologie...... 281-419-3454 Famous Wok...... 832-585-0888 Marble Slab...... 281-367-3700 Soma Intimates...... 281-419-9982 Apple...... 281-292-0611 Fanzz...... 281-465-8622 MasterCuts...... 281-298-8400 Sona MedSpa...... 281-465-8500 Aria Bridal & Formal...... 281-298-7925 Finish Line...... 281-419-6976 Mi Cocina...... 281-298-6426 Sonic Drive In...... 281-292-1834 Aroma Coffee Bar...... 281-465-9010 Fleming’s Steakhouse...... 281-362-0103 Microsoft (Kiosk)...... 281-465-0038 Spencers Gifts...... 281-364-1811 Art of Shaving The...... 832-510-1002 Foot Locker...... 281-364-9033 Mineral Make Up...... 281-292-0427 Sperry Top-Sider...... 281-465-8381 As Seen On TV...... 281-292-7258 Forever 21...... 281-292-8530 Motherhood Maternity...... 281-419-0390 Sports Memorabilia...... 281-620-1652 Auntie Anne’s...... 281-419-5511 Fossil...... 281-292-4483 New York & Co...... 281-364-8227 Sprint Preferred Retailer...... 281-907-4871 AXIS...... 281-292-4398 GameStop...... 281-296-8315 Nordstrom...... Coming Soon Stride Rite...... 281-298-8414 B & B Newsstand...... 281-719-0242 Gap...... 281-298-9009 NYS Collection I...... 281-419-8677 Studio One...... 281-296-8880 Bag ‘n Baggage...... 281-367-0939 Gap Body...... 281-367-5300 NYS Collection II...... 281-419-8677 Success Center The...... 281-363-3888 Banana Republic-Men...... 281-419-4970 General Nutrition Center...... 281-298-8666 Oakley...... 281-292-2727 Sunglass Hut I...... 281-364-9770 Banana Republic-Women...... 281-419-4968 Glamour Shots...... 281-298-6777 OCHM Reflexology...... Level 2 Sunglass Hut II...... 281-363-0334 Barnes & Noble...... 281-465-8744 Godiva Chocolatier...... 281-292-7762 Oil & Vinegar...... 281-419-6601 Swarovski Crystal...... 281-465-9219 Bath & Body Works...... 281-364-8355 Gordon’s Jewelers...... 281-364-8878 P.F Changs China Bistro...... 281-203-6350 T - Mobile...... 281-292-2599 BCBG MaxAzria...... 281-298-8510 Great American Cookie...... 281-363-4410 PacSun...... 281-362-0470 Talbot’s...... 281-367-7408 bebe...... 281-465-0533 Great Wraps...... 281-298-0223 Pandora...... 281-419-0030 Teavana...... 281-298-1127 Best Buy Mobile...... 281-419-4036 Gymboree...... 281-364-0833 Panera Bread...... 281-363-1056 Things Remembered...... 281-298-7336 Bikram Yoga...... 281-363-2989 Hair Pop...... 832-585-0736 Pangea Network The...... 281-367-5599 Toni & Guy...... 281-298-8157 Brighton Collectibles...... 281-419-1211 Hair Straightner...... 281-465-9521 Payless ShoeSource...... 281-367-7026 Trade Secret...... 281-298-9991 Brio Tuscan Grille...... 281-465-8993 Hakky Instant Shoe Repair...... 281-364-1577 Perfume Shop...... 281-363-1341 Trudy’s Hallmark...... 281-364-8115 Buckle...... 281-363-1511 Hawaiian Grill...... Upper Level Pet Fair...... 281-298-6763 True Religion...... 281-292-3911 Bui Yah Kah...... 281-362-9327 Helzberg Diamond...... 281-681-1679 Picture People The...... 281-419-1400 Urban Outfitters...... 281-419-6001 Build-A-Bear Workshop...... 281-419-8512 Hollister Co...... 281-419-0120 PINK...... 281-292-1084 Valet Parking...... 832-277-7777 C & C Market Research...... 281-651-2583 Hot Topic...... 281-419-8800 Pinkberry...... 281-419-7799 Vans...... 281-465-9554 Cache...... 281-298-2228 It’s About Time...... 281-362-8463 Pottery Barn...... 281-419-0517 Vera Bradley...... 281-419-1670 Cacique...... 281-298-7100 James Avery...... 281-362-8266 Pottery Barn Kids...... 281-419-5386 Verizon-Diamond Wireless...... 281-298-5606 Call It Spring...... 281-465-8358 Janie And Jack...... 281-298-6747 Pottery Barn Teen...... 832-585-0041 Victoria’s Secret...... 281-364-0686 Cellairis...... 281-298-0483 JC Penney Styling Salon...... 281-419-1419 Pretzel Time...... 281-362-1452 Villa Fresh Italian Kitchen...... 281-419-5060 Charley’s Grilled Subs...... 281-465-4333 JCPenney...... 281-419-1419 Proactiv Solution...... 877-275-2561 Visible Changes...... 281-362-1110 Cheesecake Factory The...... 281-419-3400 JCPenney Optical...... 281-292-4513 Radio Shack...... 281-363-9948 Vision Source The...... 281-362-1888 Chick-fil-A...... 281-364-0599 Jos. 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1252 Tapas Bar...... 281-419-1260 Hyatt - Market Street...... 281-203-5005 Potbelly Sandwich Works...... 281-292-6652 Aaron Brothers...... 281-298-8593 Ideal Image...... 800-234-3325 Relax the Back...... 281-298-5000 Allen Edmonds...... 281-292-3599 J Crew...... 281-419-7492 Salata...... 281-465-0775 Ann Taylor...... 281-298-6394 J Jill...... 281-298-2062 Schilleci’s...... 281-419-4242 Baby Gap...... 281-203-5194 Jamba Juice...... 281-681-1167 SOHO...... 281-292-2619 Bath & Body Works...... 281-419-0187 Jasper’s...... 281-298-6600 Stadia Sports Grille/Bar...... 281-979-0828 Bella Rinova Spa/Salon...... 281-367-0414 Kate Spade...... 281-298-5415 Starbucks...... 281-465-9257 Berryhill Baja Grill...... 281-298-8226 Kendra Scott...... Opening Spring 2014 State Farm Insurance...... 281-516-1112 Boardroom Salon for Men...... 281-298-3666 La Madeleine...... 281-419-5826 Studio A Pilates...... 713-817-5683 Brooks Brothers...... 832-813-0499 Langford Market...... 281-419-9393 Sunglass Hut...... 281-465-8292 Cadence Bank...... 281-364-0787 LensCrafters...... 281-298-3744 Sur La Table...... 281-298-7320 Cafe Express...... 281-298-2556 L’Occitane...... 281-298-2280 T D Ameritrade...... 281-465-5679 Calypso St. Bath...... 832-585-0155 Low T Center...... 281-419-5698 The Counter...... 281-231-2147 Charming Charlie...... 281-465-4468 Lucky Brand...... 281-362-0064 The Joint...... 281-465-8555 Chipotle Mexican Grille...... 281-296-2772 Luke’s Locker...... 281-419-0326 Thomas Markle Jewelry...... 281-363-2400 Cinemark - Market Street...... 281-419-9639 Lululemon Athletica...... 281-298-0673 Tiffany & Co...... 281-292-4360 Cold Stone Creamery...... 281-419-7500 Lush Cosmetics...... 281-465-4603 Tommy Bahama Cafe...... 281-292-8669 Cos Bar...... 281-419-2269 Madewell...... 832-585-0957 Tommy Bahama...... 281-292-8669 Cru’ - A Wine Bar...... 281-465-9463 Maggie’s...... 281-419-4464 Touché Store...... 281-465-8288 Dionysus Salon - Spa...... 281-292-1644 Mann Eye Institute...... 281-367-2010 Trina Turk...... Opening Soon Eddie Bauer...... 281-298-0657 Marmi Shoes...... 281-292-0651 Tumi...... 832-585-0771 Elaine Turner...... 832-585-0805 Massage Envy...... 281-466-4645 Uni Sushi...... 281-298-7177 Em&Lee Boutique...... 281-292-0155 Michael Kors...... 281-298-1400 Vineyard Vines...... 832-592-7093 European Wax Center...... 281-466-4667 Norton Ditto...... 281-367-0995 Wells Fargo...... 281-465-7301 Everything But Water...... 281-292-4635 Orvis...... 281-203-6150 Woodlands Modern Dentistry....281-298-2433 Flip Flop Shop...... 281-419-9111 P-Jammies For Girls...... 281-419-4491 Woodlands Wellness...... 281-362-0014 Francesca’s Collection...... 281-419-3750 Xtreme Lashes...... 281-292-5577 Glo Sun Spa...... 281-292-1300 Vogue Cleaners...... 281-298-4205 Grotto...... 281-419-4252 9595 Six Pines Dr. Z Gallerie...... 281-465-0211 H E B Woodlands Market...... 281-292-2080 The Woodlands, Tx 77380 Zoes Kitchen...... 832-585-0433 Hemline...... 281-292-1668 General Information: 281-419-4774 Zulees...... 281-419-0773

Beauty - stylist/barber: 15-20% • manicure/pedicure: 15% is standard • spa treatment/massage: 15-20% Tipping Food - server: 15-20% • bartender: $1 per drink is standard • barista: spare change • food delivery: $2-4 Transportation - taxi driver: 10% of total fare • parking valet: $2 per car Tips Lodging - doorman: $1 for hailing cab • bell staff: $1-2 per bag • housekeeper: $2 per night • concierge: $5-10 Other Services - coat check attendant: $1 per item • washroom attendant: $1-3

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ReducE: the amount and toxicity of trash you discard. ReusE: containers and products; repair what is broken or give it to someone who can repair it. RecyclE: as much as possible, which includes buying products with recycled content.

Did you know… • The average American will throw away 600 times their adult weight within their lifetime, this is approximately 90,000 pounds of garbage. • Americans throw away enough aluminum every 3 months to rebuild one commercial air fleet. • The energy that it takes to replace the aluminum cans wasted in 2001 was equivalent to 16 million barrels of crude oil. • Recycling 1 aluminum can save enough energy to run a TV set for 3 hours. • 5 recycled plastic bottles make enough fiberfill to stuff a ski jacket. • 1 ton of recycled paper uses; 64% less energy, 50% less water, 74% less air pollution, saves 17 trees & creates 5 times more jobs than one ton of paper products from virgin wood pulp. • Gas mileage drops 1% for every pound below the recommended tire inflation level.

Reduction Tips Buy items, such as liquid detergent, in bulk or larger packaging. Buy products, like paper towels, that consist of a higher percentage of recycled material. Change from disposable to reusable - such as fabric napkins, glasses, permanent coffee filters. Use a battery charger. Keep your business local - such as farmers markets & co-ops. Buy only what you need versus buying multiple packages. Notify companies that send you unwanted catalogs to remove your name from their mailing lists. Reusing Tips Take reusable totes to the store instead of using store bags. Use plastic shopping bags as small garbage can liners. Start a “lend & borrow” program with your friends & family. Use newspapers, boxes, peanuts, bubble wrap & brown paper bags for wrapping & shipping packages. Use sheets, towels & blankets to pad items when moving instead of disposable packing supplies. Recycling Tips Recycle your #1 & #2 plastics, aluminum cans, motor oil, oil filters, anti-freeze, tires, radiators, freon, transmission fluid, appliances, automobiles, bicycles, books, boat batteries, CFL lightbulbs, hazardous waste, electronics, clothing, household items, wire hangers, tin cans, steel cans, copy paper, computers, computer accessories, televisions, DVD’s, CD’s, VHS tapes, concrete, glass, florist vases, plant containers, copy machines, construction materials, paper products, cardboard, cell phones, toner cartridges, ink cartridges, eyeglasses, alkaline batteries, household chemical waste, latex paint, ni-cad batteries, automobile batteries, rechargeable batteries, scrap metal, carpet, carpet padding, disposable cameras, magazines, junk mail, paper bags, moving boxes, newspapers, bubble wrap, styrofoam peanuts, plastic grocery bags, tennis shoes & of course THIS PHONE BOOK!!! 56 56 57 MONTGOMERY COUNTY RECYCLING CENTERS Ways To Save City of Conroe...... 936-522-3170 Montgomery...... 936-597-6434 Energy & Money Willis...... 936-856-4611 Conroe Recycling Center...... 936-756-8401 • Set your A/C on 74 & your furnace on 68. Montgomery County Household Chemical • Use your ceiling fans - counter-clockwise in the summer & Waste Facility ...... 281-367-7283 clockwise in the winter. Montgomery County Recycling & Reuse Facilities • Use Energy Star appliances. Magnolia ...... 936-442-7766 • Use surge suppressor or unplug your stereos, DVD players, Spring & The Woodlands ...... 281-367-7283 televisions, kitchen appliances & any other plugged-in appliances. Southwest Recycling...... 281-367-6444 • Replace your incandescent light bulbs with energy efficient The Woodlands Recycling Center ...... 281-210-3900 compact fluorescent bulbs. • Empty the lint filter on your dryer after every use. Local recycing centers • Use low-flow fixtures for your shower, toilets & faucets. A B S Metal Recycling LLC...... 281-259-2795 • Replace faucets that drip, fix toilets that leak & turn off the spigot Allstar Recycling...... 281-356-3399 when brushing your teeth or scrubbing dishes. American Textile Recycling Service...... 866-900-9308 • Keep fireplace dampers shut when not in use. Batteries Plus - Conroe...... 936-321-7587 • Close the curtains at night to prevent heat loss. C & D Scrap Metal...... 713-862-5588 • Make sure you have adequate insulation in your attic. DonateStuff.com - Curbside Pick Up Program (Harris & Montgomery County Residents)...... 713-685-5400 • Fill in & seal any holes in your exterior walls. Such as, areas where I M Green Recycling Inc...... 281-288-9714 pipes come into your home and around doors & windows. J D Metals...... 713-465-5066 • Replace your air conditioning/furnace filters quarterly or even Lone Star Recycling & Disposal...... 281-810-9494 monthly for peak efficiency. Mattress Recyclers of Houston...... 713-401-2895 • Did you know that strategically placed trees can reduce your Waller County Recycle Center cooling costs up to 25%? Precinct 2 (Waller County Residents)...... 281-391-2009

Mail-in programs A Letter From 5 Star Holiday Decor (String Lights)...... 855-578-2755 BabyEarth Renew (Baby Products)...... 888-868-2897 Metropolitan Publishing Company Back Thru The Future CD/DVD Recycling...... 973-823-9752 Crayon Recycle Program...... 800-561-0922 In our effort to promote and support community recycling we are proud to announce that we have joined forces with Shred Pro Lions in Sight Recycling Program (Eyeglasses)...... 707-648-2306 Services, a local document shredding & recycling company. As an Nike Reuse-A-Shoe Program...... 800-344-6453 enduring commitment to help protect the environment & conserve Sheer No Nonsense Pantyhose Recycling...... 800-575-3497 resources we have implemented an in-house recycling program as Teddy Bear Brigade (Toys)...... 877-913-9212 well as a telephone directory recycling program. Some facts, our Tennis Ball Project...... 310-243-6955 directories are 100% recyclable including the paper, glue, ink and The Bra Recyclers...... 480-988-2283 coating. The paper we use to print our directories has a 40-60% Yemm and Hart (Corks)...... 573-783-5434 recycled content. A common fallacy about phone books is that we save trees when we eliminate directories. The truth of the Check with your local schools and churches for matter is, paper is made from the wood chips & pulp, which is the information on recycling programs they offer. wasted portion of lumber. Did you know, recycled phone books are made into many useful products such as home insulation, animal bedding, bathroom tissue, cereal boxes, roofing shingles & of course, new phone books. Online Resources

Here’s how you can help... when you receive your new www.earth911.com Metropolitan directory, bring us your old one. www.recyclenow.com Our office is located at 220 W. Main, Tomball, Tx 77375 281-351-6933 www2.epa.gov/recycle

56 57 57 hurricane safety

Hurricanes are severe tropical storms that form in the southern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico and in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Scientists can now predict hurricanes, but people who live in coastal communities should plan what they will do if they are told to evacuate.

Step 1: Get A Kit / “To-Go Bag” Saffir-Simpson Scale (Category) • Get an Emergency Supply Kit Minimal: Unanchored mobile • Have a “to-go bag” ready in case you homes, vegetation and signs. need to evacuate Wind: 74-95 MPH 1 Flood: 4-5 ft. Moderate: All mobile homes, Step 2: Make a Plan roofs, small crafts, flooding. • Make a Family Emergency Plan. Your Wind: 96-110 MPH family may not be together when disaster 2 Flood: 6-8 ft. strikes, so it is important to know how you Extensive: Small buildings, will contact one another, how you will get low-lying roads cut off. back together and what you will do in case Wind: 111-129 MPH of an emergency. Your family’s plan should 3 Flood: 9-12 ft. also include your pets as well. Extreme: Roofs destroyed, trees down, roads cut off, mobile homes destroyed. Beach homes flooded. Step 3: Be Informed 4 Wind: 130-156 MPH • A hurricane watch means a hurricane is Flood: 13-18 ft. possible in your area. Be prepared to Catastrophic: Most buildings destroyed. evacuate. Monitor local radio and television Vegetation destroyed. Major roads cut new outlets or listen to NOAA Weather off. Homes flooded. Radio for the latest developments. 5 Wind: More than 156 MPH Flood: Greater than 18 ft. • A hurricane warning is when a hurricane is expected in your area. If local authorities advise you to evacuate, leave immediately. • Hurricanes are classified into five categories important numbers & Contacts based on their wind speed, central pressure, and damage potential. Category Three American Red Cross...... 800.733.2767 and higher hurricanes are considered major Greater Houston Chapter...... 713.526.8300 hurricanes, though Categories One and Two Evacuation Assistance...... 2-1-1 are still extremely dangerous and warrant FEMA...... 800.621.3362 your full attention. Harris County Emergency Management...... 713.881.3100 Metropolitan Transit Authority...... 713.635.4000 • Hurricanes can produce widespread Montgomery County Emergency Management...... 936.523.3900 torrential rains. Floods are the deadly and National Flood Insurance Program...... 888.379.9531 destructive result. Slow moving storms and National Weather Service...... 281.337.5074 tropical storms tend to produce especially Salvation Army Greater Houston Area ...... 713.752.0677 heavy rain. Flash flooding can occur due Statewide Road Conditions...... 800.452.9292 to intense rainfall. Flooding on rivers and Texas Department of Public Safety...... 512.424.2000 streams may persist for several days or more Texas Division of Emergency Management...... 512.424.2208 after the storm. United Way of Greater Houston...... 713.685.2300

58 58 59 Deciding to Stay or Go BASIC EMERGENCY SUPPLY KIT • Water - one gallon of water per person per day for at Depending on your circumstances and the nature least three days, for drinking and sanitation of the storm, the first important decision is whether you stay put or evacuate. You should understand • Food - at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food and plan for both possibilities. Use common sense • Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA and available information, to determine if there is Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries immediate danger. • Flashlight and extra batteries In any emergency, local authorities may or may not • First aid kit immediately be able to provide information on • Whistle to signal for help what is happening and what you should do. • Dust mask - to help filter contaminated air and plastic However, you should monitor TV or radio news sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place reports for information or official instructions as • Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for they become available. If you’re specifically told to personal sanitation evacuate or seek medical treatment, do so immediately. • Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities Here are some questions to ask yourself when deciding • Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food) whether or not you should evacuate. 1. Do you live in an evacuation area? • Local maps 2. Are you able to care for yourself and/or your family • Cell phone with chargers in the event that your home is damaged and /or you Additional Items have no power for an extended period of time? • Prescription medications and glasses 3. Is your home safe? • Infant formula and diapers 4. Are you required to evacuate because of the type • Pet food and extra water for your pet of home you live in? • Important family documents such as copies of 5. Do you live in a low lying area? insurance policies, identification and bank account The most important thing during & after a hurricane is records in a waterproof, portable container that you & your family are safe. • Cash or traveler’s checks and change • Emergency reference material such as a first aid book Prepare Your Home • Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. • Cover all of your home’s windows with pre-cut ply • Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved wood or hurricane shutters shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes. • Bring in all outdoor furniture, decorations, garbage • Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper cans and anything else that is not tied down. When diluted nine parts water to one part bleach, • Keep all trees and shrubs well trimmed so they are bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an more wind resistant. emergency, you can use it to treat water by using 16 • Secure your home by closing the blinds. drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon • Turn off utilities as instructed. Otherwise, turn the of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches refrigerator thermostat to its coldest setting and keep with added cleaners. its doors closed. • Fire Extinguisher • Turn off propane tanks. • Matches in a waterproof container • Ensure a supply of water for sanitary purposes such as • Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items cleaning and flushing toilets. Fill the bathtub and other large containers with water. • Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels • Paper and pencil Prepare Your Business • Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children • Carefully assess how your company functions, both internally and externally, to determine which staff, - Online Resources - materials, procedures and equipment are absolutely www.ready.gov necessary to keep the business operating. www.nhc.noaa.gov • Identify operations critical to survival and recovery. www.fema.gov • Plan what you will do if your building, plant or store is www.hurricanesafety.org not accessible. www.redcross.org

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Conroe Montgomery The Woodlands www.cityofconroe.org www.montgomerytexas.gov Township City Administrator- City Administrator-Bill Kotlan...... 936-597-6434 thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov Paul Virgadamo Jr...... 936-522-3001 City Secretary-Carol Langley...... 936-597-6434 City Council City Council Administration...... 281-210-3800 Pos 1-Marsha Porter...... 936-522-3010 Pos 1-Jon Bickford...... 936-597-6434 President-Don Norrell...... 281-210-3800 Pos 2-Seth M Gibson...... 936-522-3010 Pos 2-John Champagne...... 936-597-6434 Board of Directors...... 281-210-3800 Pos 3-Duke Coon...... 936-522-3010 Pos 3-Kirk Jones...... 936-597-6434 Bruce Tough-Chairman Pos 4-Guy Martin...... 936-522-3010 Pos 4-Joe Shockley...... 936-597-6434 Peggy Hausman-Vice Chairman Pos 5-Gil Snider...... 936-522-3010 Pos 5-Thomas Knight...... 936-597-6434 Ed Robb-Secretary City Hall...... 936-522-3000 City Hall...... 936-597-6434 Gordy Bunch-Treasurer Fire Department...... 936-522-3080 Code of Ordinances...... 936-597-6434 Nelda Blair-Director Mayor-Webb K Melder...... 936-522-3010 Fire Department...... 936-597-4455 Mike Bass-Director Jeff Long-Director Municipal Court...... 936-522-3380 Mayor-John Fox...... 936-597-6434 Animal Control...... 936-442-7738 Parks & Recreation...... 936-522-3842 Municipal Court...... 936-597-6434 Community Center-Lake Robbins..... 281-363-9410 Permits...... 936-522-3110 Parks & Recreation...... 936-597-6434 Convention & Visitors Bureau...... 281-363-2447 Police Department...... 936-522-3200 Permits...... 936-597-6434 Police Department...... 936-597-6434 Deed Restrictions...... 281-210-3800 Public Works...... 936-522-3885 Residential Design Review...... 281-210-3800 Utility Billing...... 936-522-3170 Public Works...... 936-597-6434 Utility Billing...... 936-597-6434 Development Standards Comm..... 281-210-3800 Economic Development...... 281-363-2447 Environmental Services...... 281-210-3800 Fire Department...... 281-367-3444 Cut & Shoot Oak Ridge North Golf Course Maintenance...... 281-298-8275 www.cutandshoot.org www.oakridgenorth.com Mailboxes-Temporary Mailboxes...... 281-719-6114 ALDERPERSON City Council Permanent Cluster Boxes (USPS)... 800-275-8777 Maintenance-Landscape/Mowing... 281-210-3800 Pos 1-Nyla Akin Dalhaus...... 936-264-3100 Pos 1-Tom Coale...... 281-292-4648 Neighborhood Watch Program...... 281-210-3800 Pos 2-Terry Lynn Mann...... 936-264-3100 Pos 2-Clint McClaren...... 281-292-4648 Parks & Recreation Department...... 281-210-3900 Pos 3-Robert L Moore III...... 936-264-3100 Pos 3-Al Stahl...... 281-292-4648 Public Safety-Law Enforcement...... 281-210-3800 Pos 4-Clif Todhunter...... 936-264-3100 Pos 4-Jim Simon...... 281-292-4648 Neighborhood Services...... 281-210-3800 Pos 5-John Winters...... 936-264-3100 Pos 5-Frances Planchard...... 281-292-4648 City Hall...... 936-264-3100 City Hall...... 281-292-4648 Riva Row Boathouse...... 281-210-3965 Fire Department...... 936-264-1313 City Manager-Vicky Rudy...... 281-292-4648 RV Storage Lot...... 281-210-3800 Mayor-Lang Thompson...... 936-264-3100 Garbage...... 800-800-5804 Streetlights...... 281-210-3800 Municipal Court...... 936-264-3100 Mayor-James M Kuykendall...... 281-292-4648 The Woodlands Recreation Center.... 281-210-3950 Police Department...... 936-264-2173 Municipal Court...... 281-292-8736 The Woodlands Watch Program...... 281-210-3800 Public Works...... 936-264-3100 Parks & Recreation...... 281-367-1189 Transportation...... 281-210-3800 Permits...... 281-292-4648 Trash & Recycling Police Department...... 281-292-4762 Waste Management...... 800-800-5804 Public Works...... 281-292-4648 Environmental Services Dept...... 281-210-3800 Magnolia Utilities...... 281-367-1189 Landfill ...... 1-281-592-3543 Recycling Center...... 281-210-3800 www.cityofmagnolia.com Water-Montgomery County MUD..... 281-367-1271 City Administrator...... 281-356-2266 City Council Shenandoah Pos 1-Anne Sundquist...... 281-615-5697 www.shenandoahtx.com Willis Pos 2-Jeff Chumley...... 281-356-1303 City Administrator-Greg Smith...... 281-585-8160 www.ci.willis.tx.us Pos 3-Richard Carby...... 281-798-9462 City Council Pos 4-Brenda Hoppe...... 281-468-2334 City Council Pos 1-Tamara Young...... 936-856-4611 Pos 5-Jonny Williams...... 281-356-3658 Pos 1-Gary Henson...... 832-585-8166 Pos 2-John Houston...... 832-585-8167 Pos 2-John Lovelady...... 936-856-4611 City Hall...... 281-356-2266 Pos 3-Darrell Frazier...... 832-585-8168 Pos 3-Thomas Belinoski...... 936-856-4611 Code Enforcement...... 832-349-1223 Pos 4-Jean Teague...... 832-585-8169 Pos 4-Anna Ross...... 936-856-4611 Community Center...... 281-252-3852 Pos 5-Mike McLeod...... 832-585-8170 Pos 5-Bill Van Alstyne...... 936-856-4611 Fire Department...... 281-356-3288 City Hall...... 281-298-5522 City Hall...... 936-856-4611 Garbage...... 832-523-8217 Code Enforcement...... 281-367-8952 City Manager- Mayor-Todd Kana...... 281-356-2266 Garbage...... 281-298-5522 Hector Forestier...... 936-856-4611 Municipal Court...... 832-934-0605 Mayor-Gary Watts...... 832-585-8165 Mayor-Leonard Reed...... 936-856-4611 Permits...... 281-356-2266 Municipal Court...... 281-298-5522 Municipal Court...... 936-856-4611 Police Department...... 281-356-2500 Parks & Recreation-City Pool...... 832-256-4499 Permits...... 936-856-4611 Public Works...... 281-356-2266 Police Department...... 281-367-8952 Police Department...... 936-856-4039 Water & Sewer-TNG Utility Corp...... 281-356-2266 Public Works...... 281-298-5522 Public Works...... 936-856-4611 60 60 61 countygovernment

Harris Harris Montgomery 24 HOUR INFO SERVICE...... 713-755-5000 DISTRICT COURTS COMMISSIONER ANIMAL CONTROL...... 281-999-3191 Administrative Offices...... 713-755-6575 Precinct 1-Mike Meador...... 936-539-7815 APPRAISAL DISTRICT...... 713-957-7800 Civil Division...... 713-368-6020 Precinct 2-Craig Doyal...... 936-259-6492 ATTORNEY Criminal Division...... 713-755-6324 Precinct 3-James Noack...... 936-539-7817 County...... 713-755-5101 Family Division...... 713-368-5900 Precinct 4-Ed Rinehart...... 281-577-8919 District...... 713-755-5800 Juvenile Division...... 713-222-4900 COMMUNITY SUPERVISION/CORRECTIONS...... 936-538-8200 AUDITOR...... 713-755-6505 DOMESTIC REALTIONS...... 713-755-6757 CONSTABLE AUTO REGISTRATION & TITLES...... 713-368-2000 ELECTIONS...... 713-755-6975 Precinct 1-Don Chumley...... 936-539-7821 C P S...... 713-394-4000 EMERGENCY MNGMT...... 713-881-3100 Precinct 2-Gene DeForest...... 936-539-7854 COUNTY CLERK...... 713-755-6405 FIRE MARSHAL...... 281-436-8000 Precinct 3-Ryan Gable...... 936-539-7813 Stan Stanart...... 713-755-6411 HOMELAND SECURITY...... 713-881-3100 Precinct 4-Rowdy Hayden...... 281-577-8985 Cypresswood Branch...... 281-379-1057 HOSPITAL DISTRICT Precinct 5-David Hill...... 936-442-7793 COUNTY COURTS Ben Taub...... 713-873-2000 COUNTY CLERK...... 936-539-7885 Appeals Lyndon B Johnson...... 713-566-5000 The Woodlands...... 281-364-4241 1st Court-Radack...... 713-274-2700 HOUSING & ECONOMIC COUNTY COURT 14th Court-Hedges...... 713-274-2800 DEVELOPMENT...... 713-578-2055 At Law 1-Dennis Watson...... 936-539-7831 Civil JUSTICE OF THE PEACE At Law 2-Claudia Laird...... 936-539-7832 Court No 1-Mayfield...... 713-368-6610 Precinct 4-Kent Adams...... 281-401-7400 At Law 3-Patrice McDonald...... 936-539-7973 Court No 2-Chang...... 713-368-6641 Precinct 4-Tom Lawrence...... 281-446-7191 At Law 4-Mary Ann Turner...... 936-538-8174 Court No 3-Storey...... 713-368-6660 Precinct 5-Jeffery Williams...... 713-274-0800 At Law 5-Keith Stewart...... 936-538-3615 Court No 4-Lloyd...... 713-368-6680 JUVENILE PROBATION...... 713-512-4100 COUNTY JUDGE...... 936-539-7812 Criminal MEDICAL EXAMINER...... 713-796-9292 COURT ADMINISTRATION...... 936-538-8173 Court No 1-Goodhart...... 713-755-6180 POLLUTION CONTROL...... 713-920-2831 COURTHOUSE...... 281-353-9791 Court No 2-Harmon...... 713-755-6184 PROBATE COURTS...... 713-755-6050 DEPT OF MOTOR VEHICLES...... 281-292-3325 Court No 3-Fleming...... 713-755-6188 PUBLIC HEALTH & DEPT OF PUBLIC SAFETY...... 936-442-2800 Court No 4-Clinton...... 713-755-6192 ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES...... 713-439-6000 DISPUTE RESOLUTION CNTR...... 936-760-6914 Court No 5-Harris...... 713-755-6196 RYAN WHITE COUNCIL...... 713-572-3724 DISTRICT CLERK...... 936-539-7855 Court No 6-Standley...... 713-755-6200 SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT...... 713-221-6000 DISTRICT COURT Court No 7-Derbyshire...... 713-755-6204 Adrian Garcia/Sheriff...... 713-755-6044 9th-Kelly Case...... 936-539-7866 Court No 8-Karahan...... 713-755-6208 Crime Stoppers...... 713-222-8477 221st-Lisa Michalk...... 936-539-7808 Court No 9-Wilkerson...... 713-755-6212 Sex Crimes Offender 284th-Cara Wood...... 936-539-7861 Court No 10-Ross...... 713-755-6216 Registration...... 713-967-5703 359th-Kathleen Hamilton...... 936-539-7900 Court No 11-Bull...... 713-755-7780 Sexual Assault...... 713-967-5743 410th-K Michael Mayes...... 936-539-7860 Court No 12-Brown...... 713-755-7738 Jail Inmate Info...... 713-755-5300 418th-Tracy A Gilbert...... 936-538-3618 Court No 13-Smyth...... 713-755-7950 Patrol-Cypresswood...... 281-376-2997 435th-Michael T Seiler...... 936-538-3532 Court No 14-Fields...... 713-755-5683 Clay Road...... 281-463-6300 ELECTIONS...... 936-539-7843 Court No 15-Hughes...... 713-755-4760 Motorist Assistance...... 713-225-5627 EMERGENCY MGMT...... 936-523-3900 Probate Reserve Office...... 713-755-7286 ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH...... 936-539-7839 No 1-Wright...... 713-368-6700 Store Fronts-SH 249...... 281-445-9893 FAIRGROUNDS...... 936-538-8000 No 2-Wood...... 713-368-6710 TAXES-Don Sumners...... 713-368-2000 FIRE MARSHAL...... 936-538-8288 No 3-Olsen...... 713-368-6730 TOLL ROAD AUTHORITY...... 281-875-3279 HUMAN RESOURCES...... 936-539-7886 No 4-Butts...... 713-368-6767 VICTIMS ASSISTANCE...... 713-755-5625 JUSTICE OF THE PEACE COUNTY JUDGE VOTER REGISTRATION...... 713-368-VOTE Precinct 1-Lanny Moriarty...... 936-788-8374 Hon. Ed Emmett...... 713-755-4000 WELFARE FRAUD...... 713-755-5277 Precinct 2-Trey Spikes...... 936-538-3788 COUNTY TREASURER...... 713-755-5120 WIC INFORMATION...... 713-407-5800 Precinct 3-Edie Connelly...... 936-539-7803 COURT SERVICES...... 713-755-5440 NAM...... 281-885-4555 Precinct 4-James Metts...... 281-577-8970 CYPRESSWOOD COURTHOUSE...... 281-376-3472 Precinct 5-Matt Masden...... 936-539-7806 Justice of The Peace...... 281-376-5512 Montgomery JUVENILE PROBATION...... 936-760-5805 Sheriff’s Department...... 281-376-2997 ANIMAL SERVICES...... 936-442-7738 PARKS...... 936-788-8325 DISPUTE RESOLUTION...... 713-755-8274 APPRAISAL DISTRICT...... 936-756-3354 SHERIFF-Tommy Gage...... 936-760-5871 DISTRICT CLERK ATTORNEY TAX OFFICE-J R Moore Jr...... 936-539-7897 Chris Daniel...... 713-755-5734 County...... 936-539-7828 TREASURER...... 936-539-7844 Jury Information...... 713-755-6392 District...... 936-539-7800 VETERANS SERVICE...... 936-539-7842 Name & Case Inquiries...... 888-545-5577 AUDITOR...... 936-539-7820 VOTER REGISTRATION...... 936-539-7843 60 61 61 state government

Governor Texas State Representatives Cecil Bell - District 3 PO Box 12428 • Austin Tx 78711 • (800) 843-5789 18935 FM 1488 • Magnolia Tx 77355 • (281) 259-3700 Lois W. Kolkhorst - District 13 Texas State Senators PO Box 1867 • Brenham Tx 77834 • (979) 251-7888 Steve Toth - District 15 Robert Nichols - District 3 8105 Kuykendahl Ste 200 • The Woodlands Tx 77382 • (832) 562-2883 329 Neches St • Jacksonville Tx 75766 • (903) 589-3003 Brandon Creighton - District 16 Vacant - District 4 326 1/2 Main St • Conroe Tx 77301 • (936) 539-0028 2441 High Timbers Ste 400 • The Woodlands Tx 77380 • (281) 364-9426 Charles Schwertner - District 5 John C. Otto - District 18 3000 Briarcrest Dr Ste 202 • Bryan Tx 77802 • (979) 776-0222 PO Box 965 • Dayton Tx 77535 • (936) 258-8135 Dan Patrick - District 7 John Zerwas - District 28 11451 Katy Frwy Ste 209 • Houston Tx 77079 • (713) 464-0282 PO Box 434 • Simonton Tx 77476 • (281) 533-9042 John Whitmire - District 15 Allen Fletcher - District 130 electe d off icials 803 Yale St • Houston Tx 77007• (713) 864-8701 25222 NW Frwy Bldg 9, Ste 199 • Cypress Tx 77429 • (281) 373-5454 Glenn Hegar - District 18 Debbie Riddle - District 150 PO Box 1008 • Katy Tx 77492• (281) 391-8883 17207 Kuykendahl • Spring Tx 77379 • (281) 257-4222

AGING DEPT ON...... 800-252-9240 EDUCATION AGENCY...... 800-252-9668 LICENSING & REGULATIONS AGRICULTURE DEPT...... 800-835-5832 EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION...... 888-863-5880 Info & Complaint Line...... 800-803-9202 ALCOHOL & DRUG ABUSE COMMISSION...... 800-832-9623 ETHICS COMMISSION...... 800-325-8506 LOTTERY COMMISSION...... 800-37-LOTTO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION...... 936-756-0050 FOREST SERVICE...... 936-273-2261 LT GOVERNOR’S OFFICE...... 512-463-0001 ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION...... 800-550-8242 GENERAL LAND OFFICE MEDICAL EXAMINERS ARTS COMMISSION ON THE...... 800-252-9415 Adopt A Beach Info...... 877-892-6278 Consumer Hotline...... 800-201-9353 ATTORNEY GENERAL Coastal Mgmt Activities...... 800-998-4456 M H M R...... 800-252-8154 Consumer Protection...... 800-621-0508 Oil Spill Reporting...... 800-832-8224 PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPT...... 800-792-1112 Child Support Case Info...... 800-252-8014 Recycling Programs...... 800-998-4456 Boat Registration...... 800-262-8755 County Affairs...... 800-252-5467 Veterans Land Board...... 800-252-8387 Operation Game Thief...... 800-792-GAME Crime Victims Compensation...... 800-983-9933 GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF THE PENSION REVIEW BOARD...... 800-213-9425 Crime Victims Services...... 800-983-9933 Citizen’s Assistance...... 800-843-5789 PLUMBING EXAMINERS BOARD OF...... 800-845-6584 Crime Victims Claims Inquiry...... 800-983-9933 Crime Stoppers Hotline...... 800-252-8477 PROTECTIVE/REGULATORY SRVCS Elder Law Complaints & Inquiry...... 800-458-9858 Crime Victim Hotline...... 800-848-4284 Abuse Hotline...... 800-252-5400 Intergovernment Relations...... 800-252-5476 HEALTH DEPARTMENT OF Child Services...... 800-250-2246 Medicaid Fraud...... 800-252-8011 Alzheimer’s Program...... 800-242-3399 PUBLIC SAFETY DEPT OF...... 936-539-2221 Public Information & Assistance...... 800-252-8011 Cancer Registry Division...... 800-252-8059 PUBLIC UTILITY COMM...... 888-782-8477 AUDITOR’S OFFICE HOTLINE...... 800-892-8348 Disease Control & Prevention...... 512-458-7729 REAL ESTATE COMM...... 800-250-8732 BARBER EXAMINERS BOARD OF...... 888-870-8755 Emergency Medical Services...... 800-452-6086 RUNAWAY HOTLINE...... 888-580-4357 BLIND TEXAS COMM FOR THE...... 800-872-5273 Food & Drug...... 512-834-6770 SECRETARY OF STATE BOND REVIEW BOARD...... 800-732-6637 HIV/STD...... 800-299-2437 Elections Division...... 800-252-8683 BUREAU OF VITAL STATISTICS...... 800-735-2989 Immunization...... 800-252-9152 Telephone Solicitation...... 800-648-9642 COMMISSION ON STATE Professional Licensing/Certification...... 800-942-5540 STATE BAR OF TEXAS...... 800-204-2222 EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS...... 800-562-0911 HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS...... 800-525-0657 TEACHER RETIREMENT SYSTEM...... 800-223-8778 COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS...... 800-252-5555 HUMAN SERVICES DEPT...... 936-539-1161 TEXAS ARMY NATIONAL CONSUMER CREDIT COMMISSION...... 800-538-1579 Tomball...... 281-351-0637 TRANSPORTATION DEPT...... 936-538-3300 COSMETOLOGY COMMISSION...... 800-943-8922 INSURANCE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION COMM...... 800-252-7031 CRIMINAL JUSTICE DEPT Agency...... 800-578-4677 WORKFORCE COMMISSION Offender Status...... 800-535-0283 Consumer Complaint...... 800-252-3439 Career Information...... 800-822-7526 Victim Information...... 800-848-4284 JUVENILE PROBATION COMM...... 512-424-6700 For Employers...... 800-832-9394 DEAF SCHOOL FOR THE...... 800-332-3873 LIBRARY TALKING BOOK PROGRAM...... 800-252-9605 Labor Law...... 800-832-9243

Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples...... 800-835-5832 Railroad Commission of Texas...... 877-228-5740 Attorney General Greg Abbott...... 800-252-8011 Secretary of State Nandita Berry...... 512-463-5600 Comptroller of Public Accounts Susan Combs Speaker-House of Representatives Joe Straus...... 512-463-1000 Tax Related...... 877-662-8375 State Board of Education Donna Bahorich - Dist 6 ..... 512-463-9734 Non-Tax Related...... 888-334-4112 Barbara Cargill - District 8...... 512-463-9007

tate S tate Land Commissioner Jerry Patterson...... 800-998-4456 Tom Maynard - District 10...... 512-763-2801 O ff icials

& O ff ices Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst...... 512-463-0001 Texas Supreme Court...... 512-463-1312 62 62 63 federal government

United States Senator elected United States Senator John Cornyn Ted Cruz 517 Hart Senate Office Bldg officials Dirksen Senate Office Bldg, Suite 185 Washington, DC 20510 Washington, DC 20510 (202) 224-2934 (202) 224-5922 United States Representatives Ted Poe - District 2 John Culberson - District 7 Kevin Brady - District 8 Michael McCaul - District 10 2412 Rayburn Building 2352 Rayburn House Office Bldg 301 Cannon Building 131 Cannon House Office Bldg Washington, DC 20515 Washington, DC 20515 Washington, DC 20515 Washington, DC 20515 (202) 225-6565 (202) 225-2571 (202) 225-4901 (202) 225-2401

agencies & Commissions

FEDERAL INFORMATION...... 800-FED-INFO CONSUMER HOTLINES FISH & WILDLIFE SERVICE...... 800-344-9453 ADOPTION...... 800-923-6602 Air Travel...... 202-366-2220 IMMIGRATION (USCIS)...... 800-375-5283 AGING ADMINISTRATION...... 800-677-1116 Auto Safety...... 800-424-9393 INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (IRS)...... 800-829-4477 AIDS HOTLINE...... 800-342-2437 Aviation Safety...... 866-835-5322 Tax Help Line...... 800-829-1040 ALCOHOL & TOBACCO TAX & Hazardous Materials...... 800-424-8802 LABOR RELATIONS...... 866-667-6572 TRADE BUREAU...... 202-453-2000 CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMM...... 800-638-2772 MARINE CORPS...... 713-718-4273 ALCOHOL INFORMATION COURTS MARITIME INDUSTRY INFO...... 800-99-MARAD Treatment Referrals...... 800-662-4357 Appeals Courts-5th Circuit...... 504-310-7700 MARSHALS SERVICE...... 202-307-9100 Prevention & Treatment...... 800-729-6686 Bankruptcy Court...... 713-250-5500 MEDICARE...... 800-633-4227 ALCOHOL TOBACCO FIREARMS District Court...... 713-250-5500 MENTAL HEALTH INFORMATION...... 800-789-2647 & EXPLOSIVES BUREAU OF...... 800-800-3855 Pre-Trial Services...... 713-250-5218 NASA...... 281-483-0123 Criminal Violations...... 281-372-2900 Tax Court...... 202-606-8754 O S H A...... 800-321-OSHA Industry Operations...... 281-372-2950 CUSTOMS & BORDER PROTECTION PATENT & TRADEMARK OFFICE...... 800-786-9199 Recruitment & Hiring Center...... 202-648-7300 General Information...... 877-287-8667 POSTAL SERVICE...... 800-275-8777 Tips Line...... 888-283-8477 Criminal Violations...... 800-232-5378 RECRUITING ARMY DEFENSE DEPARTMENT Air Force...... 713-467-3418 Army Reserve...... 713-466-7955 Energy Office...... 713-947-2444 Army...... 281-872-0184 Army Reserve Training Center...... 713-477-9948 Active Duty Pay...... 800-346-3374 Coast Guard...... 713-641-3559 Corp of Engineers...... 281-497-0740 Annuitant Pay...... 800-321-1080 Marine Corps...... 281-955-6358 ATTORNEY U S...... 713-567-9000 Military Retired Pay...... 800-321-1080 Navy...... 281-893-0587 BANKRUPTCY ADMINISTRATION...... 713-718-4650 Reserve Duty Pay...... 800-255-0974 RUNAWAY NATIONAL SWITCHBOARD...... 800-786-2929 CENTERS FOR DISEASE DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMIN (DEA)...... 713-693-3000 SMALL BUSINESS ADMIN...... 800-827-5722 CONTROL & PREVENTION...... 404-639-3311 FEDERAL AVIATION ADMIN...... 817-222-5000 SMOKING & HEALTH INFO...... 800-232-1311 CHILD ABUSE & NEGLECT...... 800-422-4453 FEDERAL BUREAU OF SOCIAL SECURITY ADMIN...... 800-772-1213 CHILD HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM...... 877-543-7669 INVESTIGATION (FBI)...... 713-693-5000 Conroe...... 936-539-2058 COAST GUARD FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT Boating Safety Hotline...... 800-368-5647 COMMISSION (FCC)...... 888-225-5322 & REFERRAL...... 800-662-4357 Search & Rescue...... 409-766-5633 FEDERAL DEPOSIT WHITE HOUSE COMMENT LINE...... 202-456-1111 CONSERVATION...... 888-ASK-USGS INSURANCE CORP (FDIC)...... 877-275-3342

cabinet agencies

Agriculture Dept...... 202-720-2791 Health & Human Services Dept....202-690-7000 Labor Dept...... 866-487-2365 Commerce Dept...... 212-264-3262 Homeland Security Dept...... 202-282-8000 State Dept...... 202-647-4000 Defense Dept...... 703-571-3343 Housing & Urban Development Dept.....202-708-1112 Transportation Dept...... 202-366-4000 Education Dept...... 800-872-5327 Interior Dept...... 202-208-3100 Treasury Dept...... 202-622-2000 Energy Dept...... 202-586-5000 Justice Dept...... 202-514-2000 Veterans Affairs Dept...... 800-827-1000 62 63 63 POLICE • AMBULANCE • FIRE EMERGENCIES Call 911 Home Address: Home Phone: Mom at Work: Mom’s Cell Phone: Dad at Work: Dad’s Cell Phone:

Child’s Name/Nickname: Age/Birthdate: Eye Color: Hair Color: Height: Weight: Identifying Marks: Diet/Allergies:

Child’s Name/Nickname: Age/Birthdate: Eye Color: Hair Color: Height: Weight: Identifying Marks: Diet/Allergies:

Child’s Name/Nickname: Age/Birthdate: Eye Color: Hair Color: Height: Weight: Identifying Marks: Diet/Allergies:

Persons to Notify Doctor’s Name & Phone Number: In Case of Emergency: Name: Hospital Name & Phone Number: Relationship to Child: Phone Number: Name: Special Instructions: Relationship to Child: Phone Number: Poison Control 1-800-222-1222

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