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Volume 26, Number 9 November 2012
Monthly Board of Directors MeetingsMeetings of the BFCA Board of Directors are held on the third Monday of each month at 6:00 pm. Meetings are open to all Bay Forest homeowners and held at the Clear Lake Presbyterian Church, 1511 El Dorado Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77062.
To reach the “Bay Forest Community Manager,” email [email protected] or call 832-224-6446. The new mailing address for the Bay Forest Community Association is 15715 Lake Lodge Drive, Houston, Texas 77062. Gene Fisseler, President [email protected]
Annual Homeowners MeetingThe 2012 Annual Homeowners Meeting of the Bay Forest Community Association (BFCA) was convened on the evening of Monday, October 29, at the Clear Lake Presbyterian Church on El Dorado. Board members in attendance were Gene Fisseler, Dennis Fouty, John Haas, Barbara McCollum, and Dan Pias. Once a quorum was verified, the evening’s business was addressed. Gene Fisseler and Dan Pias were re-elected to the Board of Directors.
Activities taken on or completed in 2012 were reviewed:• Replaced portions of the concrete fence (not on the perimeter) with wood• Refurbished Pocket Parks benches• Replaced Willow Shores Big Toy• Adopted Space Center esplanade/planted Crape Myrtles• Resurfaced all four tennis courts • Began exercise path/equipment installation at Pool Park• Put pool pumps on timers• Initiated installation of new mailboxes• Installed water conserving irrigation system controllers• Adopted self-management model
A summary of the survey results was presented at the Annual Homeowner Meeting on October 29, and will be published at www.bayforest.info next month. Survey respondents identified the same five issues as the top issues we face: • Community Safety/Crime • Homeowner Property Maintenance• Perimeter Fence Replacement • Annual Assessment • Common Area Maintenance
(BFCA continued on page 3)
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Family Holiday PartyThe Mommies' Club invites
you and your family!Page 10
National Night Out Page 9
Oktoberfest PhotosPage 11
Preparing your Yard & Garden for the Winter
Page 7
Crime Watch UpdateSee what's going on in our neighborhood
Page 6
Don't Forget to Vote! More info
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Greek Style Chicken in FiloNew recipe from
Bay Forest Gourmet Club Page 13
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Edrina Fitting and the Ladybug Realtors give back to Bay Forest and support our children from
elementary school through high school!Recently awarded the
Texas PTA Honorary Life Membership Award
1. Director of Committee: Bay Forest Yard of the Month
2. Chair person: Bay Forest Traffic and Speed Control Committee
3. Sponsor: Bay Forest Spring Crawfish Boil
4. Sponsor: Bay Forest Oktoberfest
5. Co-Sponsor: Bay Forest July 4th Bike Parade
6. Sponsor: Many of the Bay Forest Mommies’ Club Activities, such as the Easter Egg Hunt, Summer Ice Cream Social at the Pool and the Halloween Fall Festival
7. Sponsor: Bay Forest News
8. Sponsor: Space Center Intermediate School Band
9. Sponsor: Space Center Intermediate School Academic Recognition
10. Sponsor: CLHS Band
11. Sponsor: CLHS Girls Golf
12. Sponsor: CLHS Baseball
13. Sponsor: CLHSProject Graduation
14. Sponsor: CLHS Quarterback Club
15. Sponsor: Falcon Pass Elementary School PTA
16. Sponsor: Falcon Pass Winter Wonderland
17. Platinum Sponsor: St Clare of Assisi Elementary School 2005-2006
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Neighborhood News(BFCA continued from page 1)
Treasurer Barbara McCollum announced that funding in the special reserve account for replacement of the perimeter wall exceeds expectations at this point. She also presented the proposed 2013 budget based on 2012 performance to date. No increase in our annual homeowner assessment fees in 2013 is expected.
Residential Assessments $ 568,584 Commercial Assessments $ 8,541Trash Sponsorship $ 60,000 Other Income $ 3,200 Total Sources $ 640,325
Trash $ 180,000 Common Open Areas/Parks $ 136,700 Pool $ 52,725 Utilities $ 40,000 Legal/Insurance $ 35,000 Community Management $ 31,000 Other Administrative $ 13,100 Community Relations/Communications $ 2,500Tennis Courts $ 2,000 Long Range Planning $ 100Projects Reserve for Fence $ 100,000 Common Open Areas/Parks $ 46,000 Pool $ 1,000 Tennis 0 Community Relations/Communications 0Total Expenses $ 640,325
Community ChampionAnita Burns has been named as our 2012 Bay Forest Community Champion. The Willow Shores Park Big Toy replacement project had help from many good folks in the neighborhood, but Anita really stayed the course and worked daily with the installation contractor. This was a challenging job that dragged on longer than anyone expected but Anita kept her great attitude in place throughout the project. Congratulations and a great big “thanks” to Community Champion Anita Burns.
November Election InformationAs Chairman of Precinct 306 (Bay Forest), I want everyone to know that the Poll will be open November 6 at the Clear Lake High School 9th Grade Annex, as usual. Early voting started October 22 and runs through November 2 at the library.
Finally, I am encouraging everyone who can do so to vote early. We expect a huge turnout this election day and it may (repeat may) save you some standing time in the line at the poll.
In any case, please take the time to look at the issues and vote your choice.
Thanks, Bob Jones
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Neighborhood News
Bay Forest Implements Water Conserving Irrigation ControllersBay Forest irrigates many common areas of our community. We are very conscious of the amount of water being used and want to make sure we are watering the right amount so we do not waste water. The controllers that run our irrigation system have rain sensors on them but all that does is shut off the system when it rains – which is good but not the best that can be done.
Golf courses have used more advanced technology for years to enable them to apply the right amount of water needed. That technology is now available in controllers like those used in Bay Forest.
We have installed the first “smart” irrigation controller in our community. This new technology maximizes water efficiency by factoring in everything from soil type to the slope of the ground to the amount of sun exposure different areas receive. All of these details are used to calculate watering frequency and amount for every zone of the system. This should maintain a healthy landscape with just the right amount of water.
These new controllers -:• Measure on-site rainfall amounts and use this information to
re-calculate run times for each zone.• Contain historical weather data – The internal memory of the
controller contains over 8 years of historical weather data. This data, along with the onsite rainfall and temperature information is used to adjust watering run times on a daily basis.
• Reduces water run-off –The controller adjusts zone run times based on soil conditions and slope to reduce/eliminate water run-off.
Depending on the specific site and conditions – it is estimated these new controllers will save between 30 and 70% of the water we used with the old controllers. The first controller was installed on the system along Space Center near Carriage Brook drive. After we evaluate the operation of this controller – we will replace other controllers as they need repair or replacement.
Bay Forest Smart Controller with “weather station
on top”
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Annual Homeowner Meeting2012 Accomplishments► Started Concrete Fence Replacement
• Saving $ - $340• Replacing interior (not perimeter) w/wood• Addressing ownership issues
► Refurbished Pocket Parks benches► Replaced Willow Shores Big Toy► Adopted Space Center esplanade
• Mow and Maintain• Removed “volunteer” trees & overgrown Pampas Grass• Planted 26 new 30-gallon Crape Myrtles
► Resurfaced all Tennis Courts► Began exercise path/equipment installation► Initiated new mailbox installation (two locs/year)► Became self-managed community► Self-management update
• Set up management function – phone – software – etc.• Responsiveness – very quick – 72 phone calls – 350 emails.• Financial management – Highest levels of controls• Deed restriction enforcement – some – working on program• Common areas inspections and repairs• New neighbor welcome program• Light maintenance – irrigation system, monument lighting,
tennis court lighting, perimeter fence cleaning - ~$4k• Community Manager job description prepared• Community Manager on board – January 1st.
2013 Planned Projects • Complete exercise trail equipment installation• Install new mailboxes at two add’l locations• Construct large park amenity [GAZEBO for Events]• Engage arborist/implement arbor plan• Security Projects (Thinking Signage, Lighting and Cameras)• Level Sidewalks (for common property and group buy for
homeowners)
Perimeter Fence ReplacementStatus• Current fence still holding up but approaching end of useful life• Competition pressures may prevail• Replacement ~$1.1 million (~$1,000+/home…every home)
Goals• Avoid/minimize special assessment; do not take on debt• Instead, beginning 2010, set aside $100k/year• 10 year plan – build reserve by 2020• Evaluate reserve fund, fence condition, etc. annually• Chances are we’ll have to do something before 2020…
but if/when we do, there’ll be a sizable bank account to cover a portion of the cost.
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Neighborhood NewsCrime Watch: Stay up-to-date with your neighbors on the community website www.bayforest.info.
CRIME REPORT – SEPTEMBER 2012 – EASTBurglary Habitation (MB) 9/16/2012 15900 Mill Point ResidenceThis data is not the official crime statistics for the Houston Police Dept. This data is being provided prior to the release of the department’s official monthly uniform crime report.
Neighborhood Abbreviations:(BF) Bay Forest (MB) Middlebrook (BO) Bay Oaks (PB) Pinebrook (BkF) Brook Forest
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In reviewing the recent Houston Police Crime reports and visiting with a few Bay Forest neighbors, I want to bring to your attention some recent criminal activity in Bay Forest. There have been a number of motor vehicle burglaries. Most of them occurred over a two day period in late August. These burglaries were to cars parked in a driveway (or street) and were unlocked. So we all need to be aware of this and take steps to protect our vehicles. Bring your cars off the street – and make sure you keep them locked up tight (especially at night).
Over the past 6 months there has been 283 crimes reported in our Precinct (12d50). This area in Houston goes roughly from Highway 3 (at Ellington) to Bay Area (see the map at:http://www.houstontx.gov/police/cs/beatpages/cs12d50.htm). It includes most of the communities surrounding Bay Forest. Of the 283 reported crimes – 17 occurred in Bay Forest. The 17 are:Street Crime MonthPark Estates Criminal Mischief March Montwood Theft MayHillside Falls Criminal Mischief MayWillow Shores Deadly Conduct July Manor Square Injury By Animal July Garden Fern Court Investigation (Forgery) July Turtle Bay Evade Arrest/Detention AugustWoodbourne Burglary Habitation AugustPark Grand Burglary Motor vehicle AugustPark Grand Burglary Motor vehicle AugustCherrytree Ridge Burglary Motor vehicle AugustWillow Shores Burglary Motor vehicle AugustManor Square Burglary Motor vehicle AugustManor Square Burglary Motor vehicle AugustGreenwood Pines Theft (Truck) AugustPark Grand Burglary Motor vehicle AugustPark Lodge Assault (Bodily Injury) September
If you would like to see all of the crimes in our precinct and where (and when) they occurred – I have posted them to a map – you can see them at:http://batchgeo.com/map/011fe37618f3355847e32121066821f2
As you can see – most of the crimes in Bay Forest are relatively minor in nature. With that said – there has been some that should cause us to be concerned and be on the watch out for ourselves AND our neighbors. Please take this opportunity (and call to action) to do the following –
1. Set your home alarm. If it is broken – get it fixed. If it is not monitored by a service – consider that as well.
2. keep your outside lights on at night. Light drives away criminals. I am so surprised at how dark some folks keep their homes and property – criminals really like it when they can work unseen.
3. Lock up your property – your doors, gates and especially your cars. With the weather getting a tad cooler – maybe you should consider cleaning out your garage so you can park your cars where they are safe and protected.
4. Be aware (not afraid) of your surroundings. If you see something suspicious – SAy SOMETHING. Call the police. Our phone calls and reports are our best defense to help keep our community safe.
As you can see – Bay Forest is a safe community. But we have to keep it that way. We will continue to hire a private security patrol and making sure our parks are lit. you keep up the good work too – and make sure – IF yOU SEE SOMETHING – SAy SOMETHING.
If you have any questions, please let me know.Take care,Dennis
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Bay Forest Yard of the Month
Winter lawn Care TipsWant to have a gorgeous lawn next spring? These tips from the yard of the Month Committee will help.
Gimme some water!Evaporation is lower during the Winter months, but our lawns still get thirsty. A good rule of thumb for Winter watering is about 1/2 an inch per week. To see how much water is actually getting on your grass, place a flat container (like an upside down Frisbee) on your lawn. Set a timer for the length of time you generally water, and sprinkle away. When the timer goes off, place your container on a level surface and measure the depth of the water with a ruler. Adjust the length or frequency of your watering as needed.
Mow, mow, mow your grass, gently through the year...Grass growth slows dramatically in the winter months, but it doesn't stop completely. Mow every 10 days to two weeks to promote air circulation, reduce the possibility of fungal growth, and keep it looking nice. Never remove more than 1/3 of the blade of grass or you will stress the roots.
"What's that brown circle in my yard?"Brown Patch is a soil fungus that thrives in well fertilized grass. Its favorite conditions are cool damp nights, cool soil (below 75 degrees), and a good supply of moisture. Using a fertilizer with 9% or less Nitrogen (the first num-ber on the bag) can help to prevent this from happening. Did you know that the water tem-perature in Galveston Beaches and the ground temperature in Clear Lake are just about the same? If you want to know what your soil temperature is, take a look at some weather reports for the beach.
Strong Grass RootsPhosphorous and Potassium will help to strengthen your lawn's root system. These are the 2nd and 3rd numbers on the fertilizer bag. If the numbers for Phosphorous and Potassium are twice the amount of Nitrogen (first number) then you will be fostering strong roots for Spring.
It's green, but it's not grass.A good pre-emergent weed killer applied now will help stop Winter weeds, and prevent Spring weed seeds from germinating. If you
The drawings below are common weeds of Texas fields. Courtesy of Garrison Gardens
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already have weeds in your lawn, make sure the weeds you are trying to eliminate are listed on the label, and that you follow the manufacturer's recommended distribution method and rate.
Don't Bug Me!Many bugs, like grubs, will actually hibernate over the winter, even in Houston. If you put an insecticide on your yard now you can eliminate them before they lay eggs. This will make you much happier in the Spring! If you know you have a specific lawn pest, confirm that the insect in question is listed on the la-bel of the insecticide so you don't waste your effort. Be certain to fol-low the manufacturers directions for amount and application.
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Cool Season Herbicide Time – This weekend brought a cool front through and gave us temperatures low enough to start using the much-needed control for nuisance weeds such as virginia buttonweed, doveweed and spurge. So, as long as our highs don't consistently creep above 80 degrees again, you should be good to go with cool-season herbicide applications. Late October-Early November - Use two (2) different pre-emergent herbicides, to prevent the weeds that we experience in February and March. First is a pre-emergent with Portrait or Gallery for broadleaf weeds like clover. Second, use a pre-emergent with Amaze, Betasan, Balan or Treflan for grassy weeds like poa anna or annual bluegrass. There is also Barricade, Dimension or Pendimethlin as a 2-in-1 control.
Time to Divide & Conquer Bulbs – While October and November are considered the best months for serious landscape work like installs and re-dos, now is also the best time to divide and/or move the bulbs we love. So, here's an overview on rules to live by. http://www.ktrh.com/pages/gardenline_newsletter/2010/gardenline_10-7-10.htm
Fertilize: October-November – Apply winterizer formulas for winter hardiness. Ratios vary, but make sure they are "winter" or "fall" formulas designed for southern grasses.(examples: 18-6-12, 8-12-16, 10-5-14) This will make lawns winter-hardy.
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Neighborhood Club News
Bay Forest Mommies’ ClubBay Forest Family Holiday Party!
HO, HO, HO! It's Holiday Time Again!It may still be 80 degrees outside, but the Holidays will be here before we know it. Let's get the season started with the Bay Forest Family Holiday Party. It will be held on Sunday, December 9, from 2-4 in the afternoon at the Willow Shores Park. I have been in touch with Santa's Elves at the North Pole. They assure me that Santa always looks forward to the Bay Forest Party because we have so many "Nice" children in our neighborhood. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. If you plan to bring a child, and you are on the Mommies Group e-mail list, please check your in-box for details on how to ensure that Santa has a gift for your child. If not, please contact Anita Burns directly (even very last minute). This is very important! Santa never wants to miss a child, and the elves don't pack spare gifts!
We are asking each family to bring a dish to share. Also, we will need an adult or teenager to supervise a game or a craft for the younger kids to do.
You're Invited...Bay Forest Family Holiday Party
December 9, 20122:00 - 4:00 pm
Willow Shores Park
Bring a dish to share.
For more information please contact:Anita Burns
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Bay Forest TennisBay Forest Men’s Tennis League plays on Wednesday evenings.
“A” league contact: Greg Blackburn at 281-480-8280 “B” league contact: Russ Hall at 281-486-4052
Bay Forest Women’s Tennis League plays on Monday evenings.Contact Pam Doty at [email protected] or 281-286-7471.
Melt 3 oz. butter in same skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until golden. Add parsley flakes, dill, garlic and spinach; cook and stir 2 minutes. Stir in flour, mixing well. Gradually stir in vermouth; cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir in feta cheese, salt and pepper; remove from heat.
In a separate skillet heat the three tablespoons of oil and add the dry chili pepper and the 2 cloves of garlic; cook for about 1 minute. Add mushrooms and cook over high heat,
stirring often, until tender (about 5-7 minutes. Finish off with a tablespoon of butter, salt and pepper, remove chili pepper and garlic, and add to spinach mixture.
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Brush melted butter on 1 filo sheet; sprinkle with bread crumbs. Cover with another sheet; brush with butter. Place chicken breast in center of filo; spoon spinach mixture on top. Fold filo over chicken, turning ends under. Repeat for each piece of chicken breast. Place in a single layer in greased baking pan. Brush tops with butter.
Bake for 45 minutes, turning once, or until brown.
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Neighborhood Club News
Bay Forest Gourmet ClubOur first party of the new season was a great success. The theme was the Summer Olympics and the first featured city was Athens. We enjoyed several dips with home-made pita chips as well as a Greek antipasto. Main courses included beef kabobs and chicken in filo, accompanied by an orzo and grilled vegetable salad. For dessert we enjoyed a traditional Greek cake called Galatoboureko, which is based
on the words meaning milk and pie. See last month’s issue for the recipe. For those calorie conscious members, we also had sliced fruit with a yogurt and honey dip.
Our next Olympic city will be London for the Christmas party in December. Here are some pictures from the party. Notice the Olympic medals on the tables.
Greek style Chicken in Filo
8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts – cut into thirds (24 pieces)1/2 c. olive oil (divided) plus three tablespoons4 oz. butter plus 1 tbsp.2 lg. onions, chopped1/4 c. fresh Italian parsley, chopped3 tbsps. finely chopped fresh dill6 cloves garlic, minced2 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, cooked and drained3 tbsp. all-purpose flour1/2 c. vermouth (dry white wine or dry sherry may be substituted)8 oz. feta cheese crumbles1 lb. mushrooms1 dry chili pepper2 cloves garlic, peeledsalt and pepper, to taste1/2 c. melted butter48 sheets filo doughbread crumbs or panko
Pound chicken breasts between 2 pieces of plastic wrap to 1/4 inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper. Heat half of the oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add half of the chicken; cook until brown on both sides. Remove; drain on paper towels and set aside. Repeat procedure with remaining oil and 12 pieces of chicken. Wipe out skillet.
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Gardeners by the BayGardeners of all levels are invited to attend the Gardeners by the Bay meetings held the first Wednesdays of each month, from September to May, at University Baptist Church (Great Room on 2nd floor) located at 16106 Middlebrook Drive. Nov. 7 Orchids – John Stubbings, Owner, Clown Alley OrchidsDec. 5 Birds of the Seasons – Royce Pendergast, Master Naturalist, Harris County Master Gardener Members and guests enjoy a light brunch from 9:00 to 9:30 am. A brief business meeting is then held prior to the main program. Guest speakers present timely programs of interest to all gardeners. Anyone interested is welcome to visit or join. Our membership includes novice gardeners as well as certified Texas Master Gardeners who are eager to share their expertise and knowledge in response to questions and concerns. Local trips are planned each year to gardens or other places of interest to gardeners.Please call Joanne at 281-286-4938 for information. Looking forward to seeing you !
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Container Garden Can Add “Wow” Factor To landscapes October 12, 2012
I knew I wasn't going to be near a computer this week, I asked the good folks at Maas Nursery to help you learn how easy and impactful container gardening can be. So, here are some great tips from Maas. ~ Randy
“Wow”Isn't that what we all want to hear when neighbors come over to talk land-scapes and lawns? Creative landscape design is not every-one's second nature, but it doesn't have to be too difficult.
One way to easily create visual interest in your home garden is by adding planted pots that compliment the exterior of your home and fit well into the landscape design.
So, how do you get started? First, consider where the pot or pots will go. Good locations include a patio, on a stairway, by the front door, in the middle of your garden, or as end-caps to flower beds. Once you have decided where a pot will go, pick out its plants. you definitely want to select the plants before you choose your pot. A plant's mature size will help you determine the size and shape of the pot needed. Also important to consider are the light requirements and water needs of the plants you choose. All the plants in your pot need to have similar light and water needs.
The first plant to select for your pot is the "thriller" or superstar. It's the tallest and most exciting plant in the pot. Something that has an incredible bloom color or striking leaves will really draw the eye. Sometimes, a vine can make a great thriller, with three bamboo poles wrapped together at the top for support. Be sure to pick a thrill-er with a good height for the location you have picked for the pot.
After the thriller, you need some fillers ... bedding plants that will grow to fill the pot's empty spaces. Fillers should add contrast, texture and depth to the pot. So, selections like coleus, ornamental kale, dusty miller or even some pansies or petunias (depending on the time of year) work well. It's great fun to use seasonal bedding plants for your fillers, so you can change the pot's look as the seasons change.
Lastly, you will need some "spillers." These are plants that grow over the edge of the pot. Ivy, ipomoea, verbena, Australian vio-lets, moneywort or lantanas are great choices.
It's also fun to add something unexpected to your container. A small eucalyptus, patio cherry tomato, or even some Romanesco
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cauliflower can add to your container, plus you can eat the toma-toes or cauliflower at the end of their season.
So, now that you know how to put a pot together, let's talk about the pot itself.
Unglazed clay pots make great plant-ers for lavender, bougainvilleas, suc-culents and other plants that should completely dry out between waterings. They are also great for an herb garden that you want control a bit. A simple clay pot with a variety of herbs makes a beautiful planting that can also be useful for the cook of the house.
Glazed pottery is great for plantings that may require more water. The glaze helps retain moisture a little longer. you'll find glazed pots in just about every color, shape, size and pattern you can imagine. Patterned glazed pots can really add a sophisticated look to your landscape. They can even be beautiful left unplanted in your flower beds, providing color and interest all by themselves.
For smaller plantings, you might consider glass containers and globes for terrariums, orchid pots, African violet pots, bonsai pots and pots for water gardens.
To get ideas for your home landscape, visit a good nursery like Maas Nursery on Galveston Bay between Houston and Galveston in Seabrook. Walking the grounds of Maas is like taking a very easy, rambling hike through nature.
Maas Nursery can fill nearly any gardening need, but it's a great source for pots and containers. you'll find planted pots throughout its eight acres, and the beautiful designs may help you with ideas for one or more at your home.
They have a wide selec-tion of unglazed clay pots from Mexico, Italy, Thai-land and the Northeast Texas town of Marshall. Their incredible variety of glazed pots from the U.S., Italy, vietnam, China and Mexico includes multiple sizes of the same pattern,
making it easy to create groupings. There are small pots, big pots, giant pots and every size in between. you'll also find unusual plant-ing containers like seashells, tins and carved rock from Terlingua.
As for plants, Maas Nursery stocks small citrus trees, ornamental grasses, bird of paradise, jatropha, hibiscus, and banana trees — all of which make excellent thrillers. Take a walk down the center aisle at Maas for a great selection of seasonal and perennial color. And you can't beat the selection of both sun or shade spiller plants.
you'll find Maas Nursery at 5511 Toddville Road in Seabrook. For more info, see www.maasnursery.com or call 281-474-2488.
Community News
Annual Harvest Festival Nov. 10th & 11th 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Each fall since 1981 the Martyn Farm at Armand Bayou Na-ture Center has given visitors the opportunity to turn back the clock to circa 1900. Life on a Gulf Coast farm could be harsh, but also simple. It could be tiring, but satisfying. And harvest time was hard work, but a time for family and community fun.
The journey to the past begins November 10th and 11th 10AM to 4PM when the 32th annual Martyn Farm Harvest Festival celebration continues. This year's event emphasiz-es the harvest season. Step back in time with old-fashioned fun for the entire family!
• Children's games & crafts • General Store with home-made goodies and
hand-made toys and gifts • Quilting & Basket weaving • Wagon rides • Music and Dancers • Woodcarving • Pie-eating contest
Limited parking is available at the Nature Center for $3. Free offsite parking and shuttle bus service will be at Universities Space Research Association "USRA" (formerly LPI), just off of Middlebrook at Bay Area Blvd.Admission for Harvest Festival:Members: Adult - $7; Child & Senior - $3Non-members: Adult - $10; Child & Senior - $5
Annual Special Eventsyear round, there are many ways to “reconnect with nature” and your Armand Bayou Nature Center community. Join us every Third Sunday of the Month to learn about the role ABNC plays in our environment through nature related programs. During the summer and winter school breaks, send your children ages 4 - 13 to our outdoor nature EcoCamp (coming up January 2-4, 2013). Campers will get to play, learn how things survive at ABNC in the winter and be outdoors in a small group setting with encouraging educators. Each day offers a different topic that the children will explore and discover. Lastly, help us celebrate the harvest season at the Martyn Farm Harvest Festival. As always your mem-bership greatly supports the conservation efforts, programs and outreach of ABNC. Please visit our website for more information on these and many more events that support our nature center and are much fun for all families.
Armand Bayou Nature Center8500 Bay Area Blvd • www.abnc.org
281-474-2551
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Bay Forest School News
Falcon Band wins First PlaceCongratulations to the Falcon Band! On Saturday, October 6 the band received an Exemplary rating for their performance and won first place for 5A Bands at the Galena Park Marching Festival! Their show, entitled "key to the World" includes selections from Antonin Dvorak's 9th Symphony, "From the New World." Arrangement by Michael klesh and Thom Hannum. The band and color guard are under the direction of Joe Munoz, John Pearce, Arnel Dayrit, and David Guerra. The Drum Majors are Ross Bodeker, Nicole Moss, and Jared Munoz. On Saturday, October 13, the band participated in the US Bands Cypress Showcase held at Pridgeon Stadium and placed first in their division winning all categories - color guard, best music, best visual package, best percussion and best overall show! Go Band!
Clear lake High School lady Falcons VolleyballCongratulations to our Clear Lake High School Lady Falcons! They’re UNDEFEATED in District play 12-0; a record that has not been achieved in ten years for ClHS!!! Playoffs began October 30th. Check out www.clearlakevolleyball.com for their schedule! Our Bay Forest residents Sarah Sciacca, #5, and Megan Rasmussen, #6, invite you to come out and cheer the team on! Go Lady Falcons! All Game, All Play, All Season! LAKE TO STATE!
An abundant harvest in 1621 prompted the Pilgrims to celebrate the first Thanksgiving feast in Plymouth. Because of our terrific teachers, supportive administrative staff, active PTA members, and dedicated parents, the “harvest” at FPE continues to be plentiful.
Scholastic Book Fair Want to get a jump on your holiday shopping? Make plans to stop by the FPE Scholastic Book Fair which will run from November 9 - 15. A wide variety of books and gifts for readers of all ages will be available. A portion of book fair proceeds benefits the FPE library.
PTA Meeting & Curriculum NightFPE Curriculum Night is Tuesday, November 13. Please join me for the November PTA meeting at 5:15 pm prior to Curriculum Night activities. Families will be given the option to pre-purchase Chick-fil-A meals. More information for this dining option will be coming home soon in your student’s backpack. Questions? Please contact Norma Fair [email protected] or 832-236-1402.
FPE Fun RunThursday, November 15th is FPE Fun Run Day! FPE PTA is teaming up with Texas FundRunners, a character-based, event fundraising program that promotes fitness and character in young students. FPE students will be encouraged to find family members and friends to pledge one dollar for every lap they run on Fun Run day. There will be no door-to-door selling and every student participates in the program whether they collect pledges or not. Questions? Please contact Carrie Quigley [email protected] or 281-824-5335.
If you would like to join the email distribution list and receive the on-line monthly newsletter “Falcon Passages,” email your full name and email address to [email protected].
Carrie Quigley, Falcon Pass Elementary PTA President [email protected], 281-824-5335
ClHS Baseball Booster Club is hosting a Golf Tournament & Fundraiser EventThe Clear Lake High School Baseball Booster Club (CLHSBBC) is hosting a Golf Tournament and Raffle fundraising event on Monday, November 19 at Bay Oaks Country Club. This is a great opportunity to support the Clear Lake baseball team while having fun playing golf. Proceeds from the event will be used to support the Clear Lake High School baseball program. For registration and sponsor forms visit our website at www.clearlakebaseball.com For more information visit the Baseball Booster Club website or call Bryon Fortney at 713-502-2867.
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Falcon Pass ElementarySchool Newswww.ccisd.net/OurSchools/FalconPass.aspxGO VOYAGERS!
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Bay Forest School NewsNovember Dates to Remember1 JSC Deposit Day1 5th grade 2B Friends Club meeting2 Enrichment Clusters6 Science Fair Projects Due6 PTA Fun Run Pep Rally9 Food and Clothing Drive ends9 – 15 Scholastic Book Fair12 4th grade 2B Friends Club meeting13 PTA Meeting begins at 5:15 pm with Chick-fil-A dinner and Curriculum Night 6:00 pm.14 Picture Retakes15 Thanksgiving Lunch k, 2nd & 4th grade15 The Pilgrim Story and Walk Around Pilgrim for kindergarten; provided by PTA 15 PTA Fun Run during grade level block period16 PTA Staff Appreciation “Pie Day”16 Enrichment Clusters16 Pre-k Feast19 – 23 Thanksgiving Break28 4th grade knights Club meeting29 5th grade knights Club meeting30 SPIRIT DAy !!
Sock Hop Fun!
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CCISD NEWS www2.CCISD.net for all your school news!
Dear Parents:
In Clear Creek ISD we believe communication with all stakeholders develops unity. This is why we asked parents, campus staff, and students to provide us feedback on the work we do every day. In May k12 Insights, a third party company, facilitated a CCISD survey about issues ranging from academic preparation, student support, and parent engagement to safety and behavior, and school operations. I would like to thank everyone who participated in the survey. More than 2,530 employees, 4,640 parents, and 5,120 5th, 8th and 12th grade students completed the survey. We do, however, expect participation to increase across groups as we launch additional surveys, thereby becoming more familiar with a systematic approach.
At the district level, we will focus on the following key areas based on your feedback:• Improve communication regarding a child’s academic
progress and provide parents information so they can support learning at home.
• Develop communication explaining efforts to maintain a safe and effective environment for all students. For example, alcohol and drug use among CCISD students has declined nearly 30% since 2010 but yet the perception may be that it is still on the rise.
• Implement a system to report, investigate and track incidences of bullying. A comprehensive look at parent and student survey results can be viewed here. In some cases, the “Don’t know” responses may impact the overall results for items such as school bus safety, bus schedules, cafeteria food, and student threats.
Overall, most teachers (81%), parents (84%), and students (78%) gave their schools an A or B for overall quality. In addition, the majority of teachers gave positive responses regarding student support (90%) and parent involvement (84%). In regard to academic preparation, 89% of teachers provided positive ratings on various questions. This contrasts with 74% of parents who gave favorable ratings, citing concerns about timely feedback they receive about homework, tests and useful information on helping their children. Two-way dialogue between principals, teachers and parents is critical for student success. We will examine ways to improve ongoing and timely communication so our parents are partners in their child’s education.
The majority of staff (95%), parents (90%) and students (74%) feel safe at their school and students (83%) indicated they feel comfortable going to a staff member if there is a problem. When asked what is the biggest challenge facing CCISD, only 2% indicated campus safety. However, nearly 60% of students indicated
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Community News
Clear lake City-County Freeman Branch library
16616 Diana Lane, Houston, Texas 77062 (281) 488.1906 • www.hcpl.net
Free Programs For All atFreeman Branch library • Adult Crafts to go —Starts November 1st until supplies last
(2nd Floor Reference Desk)
• September 24th to December 3rd A Passion For Glass – Original Art from the Museum of Fine Arts Houston on display.
• November 2nd – University of Houston/CLASP presents “The Happiest, Healthiest Choices for Your Retirement” by Anne Davis, PHD, vice President of Philanthropy, Methodist Retirement Communities Foundation.
• November 5,12, 26 – Children’s Program – Chess Club 6:30pm
• November 6th & 20th – Freeman Needle crafters 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
• November 8th – Session v – Girl Scout Express is designed for Girl Scouts and Leaders with busy schedules.
• November 9th Carl Freeman local philatelist will talk about stamp collecting. He will share how to become a collector and the tools that collectors use.
• November 16th – Nutrition for the Holidays by kaitlin Slaughter of Healthy Start MD
• November 20th – Children’s Program – Thanksgiving Turkey Craft 2:30 pm
• November 26th – Teen Advisory and Leadership Board 4:30 to 6:00 pm. Be a local leader and help with special volunteer projects, event planning, marketing and more.
• November 30th – Baby Playtime Toys, Books & Bubbles 10:00-11:00 am
• November 30th – Adult Movie day – Title to be announced
For various Children’s Story Time programs please call us or check our website.
For Teen afterschool programsplease call us or check our website.
Adult Computer Classes available. Registration is required.
Book Clubs meet regularly at the library. Please call us or check our website.
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The Bay Forest News will run ads for our Bay Forest teenagers free of charge. Please send your ad including your name,
birth date, and telephone number to: TEENS - THE BAY FOREST NEWS
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TEEN JOB DIRECTORYBABYSITTERS & PET SITTERS
Rachel Bentley 2/94 281-286-3831Abbey Cain 12/93 281-480-8189 (h) 832-477-0135 (c)Lauryn Hanley 3/96 281-480-6839Lauren Jones 5/98 281-823-7076 (h) 832-683-3733 (c)Drew Musachia 9/91 281-212-5811 (h) 281-486-2051 (c)Paul Shaffer 8/94 281-486-7088Brad Sullivan 10/95 281-480-5309Maddy Wimberly 3/95 281-286-8860 (h) 832-444-3248 (c)Sarah yarbrough 9/93 281-286-4465
BABYSITTERSLaura Allan 6/92 281-990-8791Rachel Dudash 5/92 281-286-3672Alexandra Hunt-Riley 11/94 281-961-5192Alexandria Lawrence 9/93 281-286-7203 (h) 832-492-4042 (c)Alice Wang 7/92 281-282-0639Alexis Wendes 2/94 281-486-0637Rachel Zandy 12/96 281-286-0426
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SPANISH TUTOR (Elementary to High School)Hugo Hernandez, Jr. 9/91 281-323-9722Alexandria Lawrence 9/93 281-286-7203 (h) 832-492-4042 (c)
PIANO TEACHERAlice Wang 7/92 281-282-0639
POWER WASHINGIsaac Fouty 9/91 713-252-2578Robert Lauzon 7/96 281-218-0064Alberto Quinones 8/96 281-990-0262
lAWN MOWINGRobert Lauzon 7/96 281-218-0064Alberto Quinones 8/96 281-990-0262
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concerns about the way students treat and respect one another. Creating a safe and effective learning environment is critical to our success. We take these concerns very seriously and will focus our future efforts on improving student-to-student relationships.
Nearly 9 out of 10 students reported teachers tell them what they need to know to do well in school and nearly 8 out of 10 say they have to work hard to make grades. When students were asked about cheating, 4 out of 10 responded that it was not an issue at their school. Following this survey, CCISD expanded the consequences for academic dishonesty and the district implemented the student-developed Honor Code at the secondary level.
Again, I would like to thank you for participating in the survey. I am confident our services will improve based on this invaluable feedback.
Best Regards,Greg Smith, Superintendent of SchoolsClear Creek Independent School District
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OFFICERS - Bay Forest Community AssociationPresident Gene Fisseler [email protected] 832-377-1222vice President Dennis Fouty [email protected] Barbara McCollumSecretary Dan Pias Director at Large John Haas
COMMITTEES - Bay Forest Community AssociationARC Dennis Fouty [email protected] ACLC Barbara McCollum [email protected] 281-488-0123Tennis - Mens Greg Blackburn [email protected] H: 281-480-8280 [email protected] C: 281-743-3802Tennis - Womens Pam Doty [email protected] 281-286-7471 Pool/Tennis Dan Pias [email protected] 281-480-7266Social Committee John Haas COA/Parks Dan Pias [email protected] of the Month John Haas [email protected]/Traffic Committee Gene FisselerTrash Service Oversight Gene FisselerLong Range Planning Dennis Fouty [email protected] Realtor Advisory Board Dennis Fouty Community Relations Gene Fisseler [email protected] Management Oversight Gene FisselerCrime/Community Watch Dennis Fouty www.clcw.org Nominating Committee Barb McCollum, John Haas and Dennis Fouty
ORGANIzATIONSGarden Club katy Lednicky www.GBTB.org 281-488-5655Gourmet Club Alex valenti [email protected]’ Club Joy king [email protected] 281-486-1834Blue Marlins Blue Marlins Hotline 832-247-5035
OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERSThe Bay Forest Community Association can be contacted at: [email protected] Lake Lodge Drive, Houston, Texas 77062AmeriWaste 281-331-8400City of Houston Information (neighborhood protection, solid waste, addresses to public buildings, etc.) 3-1-1Officer Randy Derr HPD Liaison / 2855 Bay Area Blvd. 77058 281-218-3900Report Suspicious Activity • Non-Emergency # 713-884-3131Poison Control 281-766-4403Albert Thomas Post Office Frances Nix-Davis 281-488-8315
ClEAR CREEk SCHOOlS SERVING BAY FORESTFalcon Pass Elementary ClHS 9th Grade Center281-284-6200 Fax: 281-286-2914 281-284-2400 Fax: 281-284-2905 Office Hours: 7:45 am to 3:45 pm Office Hours: 7:00 am - 3:00 pmSchool Hours: 8:15 am to 3:15 am School Hours: 7:20 am to 2:30 pm www2.ccisd.net/OurSchools/FalconPass.aspx
Space Center Intermediate Clear lake High School281-284-3300 Fax: 281-284-3305 281-284-1900 Fax: 281-284-19058:00 am to 4:00 pm Office Hours: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm School Hours: 7:20 am to 2:30 pm www2.ccisd.net/OurSchools/SpaceCenterInt.aspx www.ccisd.net/school/clear_lake.html
leash lawDogs and cats may not “run at large” in Houston. “Running at large” means going on public or private property without the owner or another person having direct physical control of the animal. An animal on a leash is considered to be under direct physical control of a person.“Running at large” may result in impoundment of the animal or in the issuance of one or more citations. For more info visit http://www.ci.houston.tx.us/departme/health/barc3.htm
Houston Department of Health and Human Services
CenterPoint Energy maintains streetlights throughout our electric service territory in and around Houston. Go to the link below to report a streetlight outage. you will be asked to provide:
• pole number for the non-functioning lights you want to report• contact information (in case more info is needed to locate a streetlight)• an e-mail address (if you want feedback regarding your repair request)• the number of streetlights you would like to report
visit CenterPoint Energy’s webpage for reporting streetlights out: www.centerpointenergy.com/services/electricity/residential/reportastreetlightoutage/
Report general power outages by calling 713-207-2222 or 1-800-332-7143
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Jennifer Ellis, a Bay Forest resident, has been teaching for 30 years, the last 26 in Friendswood ISD. She was awarded the Making a Difference Award in 2010. Her principal writes, "Jennifer has been uniquely and lovingly touching students' lives and making a big difference. Without fanfare or hoopla, she has been solidly educating students, meeting their social and emotional needs, and just doing her job with an extra special touch of loving kindness." This past year she was voted Teacher of the year on her campus by her fellow teachers. Jennifer along with her husband Steve have been active volunteers in our community for the Blue Marlins Swim Team, Clear Creek Swim League, Pack 956, Troop 869, and their sons in various sports teams. Her son Robert is a senior at Texas A&M and Matthew is a junior at Clear Lake High School.
Congratulation to Jennifer Ellis
The LADYBUG noticed how Bay Forest residents LOVE their PETS! Next Month we will have a Spotlight for
PET OF MONTH!Send me a short write up about why your pet is special. Send it to [email protected].
Thank you for choosing me as your
