Bay Forest News, November 2014

Volume 28, Number 9 November 2014

Santa Clause is Coming to the Family Holiday Party

Page 11

Bay Forest Gourmet ClubCassata Pie

Page 10

Yard of the Month How Can You Help?

Page 7

Oktoberfest Fun Photos Page 5

Community EventsPage 12

Armand Bayou Nature Ctr. Page 19

Freeman Library CelebrationPage 20

Bay Forest Community Association Annual MeetingOn Monday, October 20th, we held our annual Bay Forest Community Association meeting. Thanks to everyone for the great turn out and for your participation, as well as to those folks that helped out with those proxy votes.

We had two Board positions open and both were filled on the 20th. Long-time Director and leader, Gene Fisseler, is stepping down from the Board and will be replaced by Stephanie Meyers and I, Dan Pias, was re-elected for another two years.

A big thanks to Gene for his leadership, his dedication and for all his service contributions to Bay Forest!! We extend a big welcome to Stephanie and look forward to her participation and leadership contributions.

We reviewed our community goals and our plans for next year as well as our current financial position, and have decided that we can "stay the course" at our current level of annual HOA dues. So the annual dues for next year will remain at the $700 level. Feel free to send those payments in anytime.

We also had extensive discussions on the other topics of concern; crime, perimeter fence, sidewalk maintenance, property valuations and maintenance.

Community Champion We had the honor and pleasure of recognizing Dennis Fouty as our Community Champion this year. Dennis has been a terrific leader, long term Board member and volunteer, as well as a great neighbor and friend. We thank him for his contributions and look forward to more of them in the future. Congratulations again, Dennis.

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Bay Forest Community Association General Meeting2014 Accomplishments• Completed cleaning and painting all 23 esplanades inside Bay Forest• Completed cleaning and painting all esplanades surrounding

Bay Forest on Space Center and El Dorado• Installed new Fibar at the Bay Forest Park big toy• Completed installation of 12 new mailboxes at 5 locations• Planted 40 new trees (donated by Trees for Houston) in Bay Forest Park and Pocket Park• Reworking the electrical panel at the pool pump room• Completed the pool shower repairs• Working on building addition, lights and sidewalks

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To Access the Minutes from a BFCA Board Meeting:1. Go to the Bay Forest Home page,

www.bayforest.info2. Click on Login3. Then Homeowner Login4. Type in your Username & Password5. Then click on Resources 6. Governing and Reference

Documents 7. Choose a Category8. Select Board Meeting Minutes for

the Category9. Select the Minutes you want to view

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Neighborhood NewsHomeowner Based Planning• First implemented in 2001• For the past few years, more than a third of Bay Forest homes

have participated• More than 1,200 written comments

Homeowner Top Issues• CRIME• Maintaining Homes• Maintaining Common Open Areas• Replace Perimeter Wall• Maintaining Property Values

Community Crime & SafetyWhat has been done?• Security patrols –off-duty police in unmarked cars

–Engaged Constables• Video Surveillance –Committee Assessed

–Recommendation not to install.• Activated the Community Watch Committee to chart a course

of action. Consider Joining.• Lighting improvements in parks• Increased homeowner communication• Actively promote constable vacation watch –to create daytime

officer presence• Host block gatherings to increase neighbor familiarity

(like NNO)What else can we do?• Additional patrols –Constables or Sherriff• Neighborhood Security Assessment (by police and Private)

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Please note this shows the number of major crimes by neighborhood. They were absolute numbers not taking into account the size of the neighborhood.

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Perimeter Fence Update• Still acceptable condition today Will eventually reach end of life Competition pressures may prevail• Replacement cost ~$1.1 million ($1,000+ per home)• Avoid funding with special assessment or with debt• Setting aside $100K per 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

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There was the comment from someone in the audience that it was not an accurate portrayal if it did not consider the size of the neighborhood. So Denis went to HCAD and got the num-ber of home/parcels for each neighborhood and then calculated a "crimes per 100 homes" number so it would take into account the size of the neighborhood. The neighborhoods moved around on the list a little but not much. Below are the rankings. Crime Overall. Highest to Lowest1. Bay Glen 242. Bay Oaks 203. Bay Pointe 134. Bay Forest 135. North Fork 116. Middlebrook 107. Pine Brook 88. Brook Forest 79. Bay Knoll 6

Crime per 100 homes. Highest to Lowest1. Bay Pointe 2.192. Bay Glen 1.713. Bay Oaks 1.614. Bay Forest 1.545. North Fork 1.046. Middlebrook 1.017. Bay Knoll 0.878. Brook Forest 0.749. Pine Brook 0.70

2015 Planned Projects• Maintenance/Storage Facility Saving over $30/year by doing self maintenance• Complete Mailbox Replacement• Address Sidewalk Repairs Both Common Areas and Homes• Install more lights at outside edge of Neighborhood For both ascetics and security

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The Bay Forest Oktoberfest was held on Saturday, October 25, at the pool park. This was a joint event sponsored by the Bay Forest Mommies Club and the Bay Forest Community Association, along with Edrina Fitting. The weather couldn’t have been more perfect! There were delicious bratwurst sausages along with hot dogs, plus lots of soft-baked pretzels dusted with either cinnamon-sugar or salt. Kids played in the park, decorated pumpkins, and munched on various Halloween treats. The adults got a chance to welcome new people to the neighborhood and visit with old friends. All-in-all it was a great afternoon. If you have never taken the time to come to one of these neighborhood-sponsored events in our neighborhood, please do so at the next opportunity. Just walk up with a smile on your face, and someone will usually come over to say ‘hello.’ If no one does, then you are welcome to walk up to them, and introduce yourself. This is a wonderfully friendly neighborhood. Every chance that we get to make new connections with other families in our neighborhood adds to that core friendliness and to the strength of our neighborhood!

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Now that all that is out of the way, here is the process. Between the 10th and the 15th of almost every month, one or two of our committee members will drive around their half of the neighborhood (El Dorado is the dividing line) and select the 3 or 4 houses that they personally feel are the best candidates for that particular month. So we have teams on each side of El Dorado driving around looking at yards once a month. Occasionally we receive a "Neighbor Nomination" from a Bay Forest resident (send yours to [email protected]) and those are always included in our final nominees list. If we get 3 or 4 eligible "Neighbor Nominees" on one side, then we will not drive around looking for more nominees for that side.

Once I have the nominations from each side of our neighborhood (around the 15th of the month), I send them all out to the whole committee for voting. Each committee member then has until the 19th of the month to take a look at every nominated house on both sides of El Dorado and vote for their personal favorites on each side. When all the votes have been received, I total them up and announce the winners.

In case of a tie, the first deciding factor is if one of the yards is a "Neighbor Nominee.” If so, it will get the win. If there are no

Everything you ever wanted to know about the Committee Process:

Occasionally, when I'm out in the neighborhood, people will find out I'm on the Yard of the Month committee. Almost always, their initial reaction is to ask how the yards are selected. People love to see our gorgeous yards, but aren't aware of the selection process. So, I thought this would be a good time to explain how our committee works. Maybe you would like to join us?

The Bay Forest Yard of the Month Committee is made up entirely of volunteer Bay Forest homeowners. We do not have any special qualifications except that we all appreciate a well manicured front lawn. We are looking for a few more volunteers, so if you have about half an hour a month I'd love to have you join our team! Contact me, Anita Burns, at [email protected] and let me know. I'd be thrilled to meet you!

We do have a few requirements for our yards to be chosen as Yard of the Month. First, winners need to be in good standing with the Bay Forest Homeowners Association. All nominees are sent to our Association manager who confirms that they are in good standing. If there is an issue with an address he simply says no. Next, yards are only eligible every 3 years. Previous winning yards, even if the owners have upgraded their landscape or sold the house, will not be considered again until the 3 year mark has passed. Finally, members of the Bay Forest Board of Directors and Yard of the Month Committee members are NOT eligible to win.

Bay Forest Yard of the Month

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"Neighbor" nominees then the second place votes are considered. If there is still a tie then they will share the title and each Yard will receive a sign. This has only happened once to my knowledge. I also try to contact the winning homeowner before we place the sign in their yard, but sometimes we just have to surprise them. I say "try" because I no longer keep a paper phone book, and sometimes it can be challenging to find accurate homeowner contact information on-line. So, please, log in to the Bay Forest website (Bayforest.info), go to the address book (under Resources) and add your contact information. It only takes a moment and makes it so easy for your neighbors to reach you if there is an emergency. Remember, this site is password protected, so only Bay Forest residents have access.

Bay Forest Yard of the Month

Yard of the Month signs go up (and down) around the 20th of each month. We usually present the sign to the homeowners in the evening, and I'll take photos for the Bay Forest News at that time, weather permitting. Also at that time I remove the signs from the previous month's Yard of the Month winners.

We still need a few more committee members!!! And your "Neighbor Nominees" really are a big help, so please, send them to us at [email protected].

We'll see you next month when we are out driving around again. Until then, please enjoy these Yard of the Month Highlights from this past year. "


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Bay Forest Gourmet ClubOur first party of the 2014-2015 Gourmet season was held on October 11, and the club travelled to Italy to celebrate the movie “Roman Holiday.” Several delicious appetizers, main courses, and desserts were served, together with a Prosecco cocktail and a pinot grigio and a Tuscan red. Here is the recipe for one of the desserts – keep reading, another will be posted next month.

Cassata Pie6 eggs1½ cups sugar45 oz ricotta cheese1½ tbsp vanilla⅛ tsp salt1 egg yolkSweet Crust

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 1. Separate egg yolks and whites into two bowls. Whisk egg

yolks and sugar until mixture is in a ribbon state. Add ricotta cheese, vanilla and salt to mixture. Mix thoroughly.

2. Whisk egg whites until soft peaks form. Fold egg whites into egg mixture. Set aside.

3. Flour pastry cloth and rolling pin. Roll Sweet Crust dough to fit into a large pie pan, trim and flute edges. Pour filling into pie shell. Beat an egg yolk, then dribble over the top of filling and gently spread to glaze the surface.

4. Bake for 1 hour or until toothpick inserted into middle comes out clean. Serve chilled.

Sweet Crust2 cups flour1 tsp salt½ cup Crisco, frozen½ cup butter, frozen½ cup sugar3-5 tbsp ice water

1. Using a food processor fitted with a metal knife attachment, blend flour and salt. Separately, cut up shortening and butter into small pieces, then evenly distribute in processor bowl. Pulse processor several times until mixture is in pea-size pieces.

2. Sprinkle with one Tbsp water and pulse. Check dough. Mixture should hold together when pinched. Repeat with each tablespoon of water until mixture is correct consistency. Form dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for ½ hour.

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Bay Forest Family Holiday PartyHo, Ho, Ho! Happy Holidays!It's true!!!! Santa Claus is coming to Bay Forest!!!! We are very excited to have the Jolly Elf join us for our Family Holiday party. Santa will pose for pictures, and he'll bring gifts for the kiddos, but he needs to know you're coming! Please RSVP to Anita (info below). Bring your

kids, grandkids, friends and neighbors (and cameras!) to this fun family event.

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2:00 - 4:00 pm

Everyone is asked to bring a snack to share, and a chair if you'd like to sit down. We'll have activities and crafts for the kids.

Important details about this party will be emailed to the Mommies Club. If you are not on the Mommies Club mailing list, please contact Anita Burns before bringing a child to the party. Santa really wants to make sure that no child is missed. [email protected] or 281-282-9889.

Enjoy these pictures from Christmases Past.

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Bay Forest Women’s Tennis League plays on Monday evenings.Contact Pam Doty at [email protected] or 281-286-7471.

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Gardeners by the Bay meeting, Wednesday, November 5, 2014, welcomes gardeners of all levels to hear Corrie Ten-Have speak about Pumpkins, Squash and Gourds. This is the season to learn about their history, culture, horticulture, decorative and culinary uses. University Baptist Church, 16106 Middlebrook Dr., Houston, TX77059. (Great room on the 2nd floor.) Light brunch 9:00 am, Meeting 9:30 am. For questions contact Marjorie 281-474-5051.

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The Bay Area Chorus of Greater Houston kicks off its 50th Anniversary season by honoring Armed Services members and veterans. The Chorus, under the direction of Artistic Director Milton Pullen and guest conductor Ray Moore (Chorus Director 1975-1988), will perform patriotic songs and selections from The Testament of Freedom, along with a Chorus America commissioned composition by Dillworth. The Bay Area Youth singers will round out the evening as the featured guest choir.

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Bay Area Chorus Christmas Concerts: InspirationThe Bay Area Chorus will present Bach’s Dona Nobis Pacem, Whitacre’s Lux Aurumque, Mulholland’s Carols of Christmas and other songs of the season. Start your holidays with song at one of two performances! Tickets are $15 in advance from any chorus member, or at www.bayareachorus.org; $20 at the door for adults, seniors (65+)-$15, students-$10.

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If the winterizer is cheap, should you stock up?!For the past few weeks in these blog posts and on the GardenLine radio show, I have noted how important it is to get started on lawn winterization and the order in which the three treatments should be applied.

But I got an interesting and thoughtful question recently via Facebook about stocking up on fertilizer, herbicide and fungicide for next year.

“If there's a good deal on Nitro-Phos Fall Special, should I stock up on it for next year?” ~ Emil B., South Houston

The simple answer is YES - do it! If, that is, you have appropriate storage space. In other words, leaving bags of fertilizer out on the back porch for a year is a big no-no!

This is a subject I've covered during times when the cost of petroleum and the expense of transporting such bulk goods were at all-time highs, forcing product prices up as well. Right now, though, there seem to be some great deals on winterization fertilizers at some local and regional companies.

Most unopened bags of fertilizer have a shelf life of 1-1½ years, as long as they are stored in a garage or climate-controlled area AND in plastic storage containers. An attached garage would provide better climate control than a detached garage, but use storage bins like the kind you have for Christmas decorations — they can be

adequate almost anywhere there's not an overwhelming amount of humidity. Storing outside in Houston's humid climate will reduce shelf life to mere weeks.

If you can find a garden center, hardware store, nursery, or feed store that still has bags of slow-release fertilizers in 3-1-2 or 4-1-2 ratios (per my fertilization schedule), you can even stock up for next spring and summer fertilizations. But I wouldn't advise stocking up past next year's winterizer.

By the way, the window for doing all fall fertilization treatments is closing. But, thankfully, because of recent mild and moderate temperatures, it's closing slower than in years past. Bottom line, though, is that all the treatments that are part of my schedule should be down by the first two weeks of November! Just 14 days!! And it's absolutely essential to have the fertilizer down before the first frost or freeze, since fertilization is all about soil temperature.

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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 theTexas PTA Honorary Life Long 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: CLHS Project Graduation

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Service 7:00 – 9:30 1 7:20 - 8:06 (46 Min)2 8:17 - 9:08 (51 Min) 2 8:13 - 9:00 (47 Min) 1 9:40 - 10:12 (32 Min) 2 8:12 - 8:58 (46 Min)3 9:14 - 10:08 (54 Min) 3 9:06 - 9:53 (47 Min) 2 10:18 - 10:50 (32 Min) 3 9:04 - 9:50 (46 Min)4 10:14 - 11:05 (51 Min) Advisory 9:59 - 10:26 (27 Min) 3 10:56 - 11:28 (32 Min) 4 9:56 - 10:42 (46 Min)

4 10:32 - 11:19 (47 Min) 4 11:34 - 12:06 (32 Min)"A" Lunch 11:05 - 11:35 (30 Min) "A" Lunch 10:42 - 11:12 (30 Min)

5 11:41 - 12:31 (50 Min) "A" Lunch 11:19 – 11:49 (30 Min)"A" Lunch

12:06 - 12:36 (30 Min) 5 11:18 - 12:02 (44 Min)5 11:55 – 12:39 (44 Min) 5 12:42 - 1:12 (30 Min)

5 11:11 - 12:01 (50 Min) 5 10:48 - 11:32 (44 Min)"B" Lunch 12:01 - 12:31 (30 Min) 5 11:25 - 12:09 (44 Min) 5 12:12 - 12:42 (30 Min) "B" Lunch 11:32 - 12:02 (30 Min)

"B" Lunch 12:09 - 12:39 (30 Min) "B" Lunch

12:42 - 1:12 (30 Min)6 12:37 - 1:28 (51 Min) 6 12:08 - 12:54 (46 Min)7 1:34 - 2:25 (51 Min) 6 12:45 - 1:32 (47 Min) 6 1:18 - 1:48 (30 Min) 7 1:00 - 1:46 (46 Min)

7 1:38 - 2:25 (47 Min) 7 1:54 - 2:25 (31 Min) Pep Rally 1:46 - 2:30 (44 Min)

Corrected October 24, 2014

Clear Lake High School

Bell Schedule Advisory Schedule Late Arrival Schedule Pep Rally Schedule

Bell Schedule 2014 - 2015



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November PTA MeetingPlease make plans to attend our November PTA meeting at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, November 18th, in the cafeteria. FPE’s Curriculum Night activities begin at 6:00 p.m. Dinner will be available for purchase on a pre-order basis. Watch for the order form in your student’s backpack, or contact Brandy Miller [email protected].

FPE NewsIf you would like to stay informed and up to date on the happenings at FPE, email your full name to [email protected] to receive periodic e-blasts.

FPE Scholastic Book FairWant to get a jump on your holiday shopping? Make plans to stop by the FPE Scholastic Book Fair which will run from November 17-21 in the FPE Library. A wide variety of books and gifts for readers of all ages will be available. A portion of the book fair proceeds will go to benefit the FPE library.

Thanks to all who are already backing the future with your membership in the Falcon Pass PTA. If you aren’t yet a member, go to www.joinpta.org today. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family from FPE PTA!!

Kelli Glenn, PTA President 2014-2015Falcon Pass [email protected]

FPE Wears PINK! As you may or may not know, our principal, Monica Guiffre is undergoing treatment for breast cancer. So, every Thursday for the entire school year, students are encouraged to wear "PINK." Monica is the one in the middle of the pic with the teachers. Even the boys are getting in the spirit!

National Walk to School Day for Falcon Pass

School News

Falcon Pass ElementarySchool NewsGO VOYAGERS!

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Falcon Pass Dates to Remember: November6th JSC Credit Union Deposit Day 8-9 am7th Student Clusters 1:45-2:45 pm10th-14th Food Drive 11th 4th grade Music Program at 6:30 p.m. Science Fair Projects due14th Student Clusters 1:45-2:45 pm17th Book Fair begins Giving Tree Begins (ends December 12)18th Science Fair at FPE Executive Board PTA Mtg @ 11:30 am in Rm 222 PTA Meeting 5:30-6:00 pm cafeteria; preorder dinner pickup at 5:15 pm Curriculum Night 6:00-7:30 pm20th Kindergarten Parade and Feast 10:20 am Holiday lunch- Kindergarten, 2nd, 4th grades only (other grades Dec. 17th)21st Spirit Day Staff Appreciation- desserts provided by PTA 24th-28th Student Holiday

Falcon Pass Sock Hop Fun!

FALCON PASS

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Family Eye Care

Pediatric Optometry

Contact Lenses

Sports Vision

Complete Optical Services

Lisa Maxwell-Malik, O.D.Therapeutic Optometrist

Russell J. Malik, O.D.Therapeutic Optometrist

( 3 9 3 7 )281-461-EYES

2409 Falcon Pass DriveSuite 180

Conveniently located between Walgreens and Falcon Pass Elementary

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FALCON PASS PEP RALLY/SPIRIT DAY!

(More FPE pictures on page 22)

Register NOW for Winter EcoCamp!The Citizen’s BEST of BAY AREA Winner “Best Kid’s Camp” EcoCamp provides unique opportunities for children, ages 4-13, to explore with outdoor activities from trail hikes and wildlife encounters, to canoeing and fishing. Participants will not only learn about their environment and connect with nature, but will get plenty of exercise too!

Go to the Winter EcoCamp page for camp information and registration or just call me at 281-474-2551 ext.13 and I will be happy to answer any of your questions or take a registration.

Martyn Farm Harvest Festival Nov. 8th & 9thCome join us down on the Martyn Farm November 8-9, from 10am-4pm, as we travel back in time to the end of the 19th century during our 34th annual Martyn Farm Harvest Festival. Young and old alike will enjoy witnessing a variety of crafts and activities, such as blacksmithing, hoe cake making, sugar cane syrup cooking, and soap making. The kids will enjoy a variety of crafts,

games and candle making. Buy freshly made country jams and other goodies in our Martyn's Mercantile country store. Enjoy a variety of demonstrations such as quilting, lace making, butter churning (yummy samples are always provided) and square dancing. Plenty of food and drinks will be available to enjoy at our picnic area. For dessert, why not sign up for the pie eating contest?

Admission is only $10 for adults and $5 for children and seniors. You won't find a more pleasant, family-friendly way to spend the day.

Armand Bayou Nature Center8500 Bay Area Blvd • www.abnc.org

281-474-2551

Clear Lake City-County – Freeman Branch LibraryNovember Programs for Teens11/03, 11/24 Make It! Mondays11/05 Read, Write, Create - Are you an avid reader looking for your next great read? Are you an aspiring writer looking for readers? Do you enjoy drawing or doodling? 11/10 Teen Advisory Board Meeting - Looking for volunteer or leadership opportunities? 11/12 DIY: Duct Tape - What can’t you do with duct tape?11/13 and 11/20 Gamers Unite! - Feel free to bring your favorite game to share.11/17 Movie Monday - Start the beginning of your week by kicking back, watching a great movie and enjoying tasty snacks.11/19 Teen Coding Club - Learn basic coding skills together in the Zone.11/25 Tween Time: Gumdrop Engineering - Show off your design skills with edible building materials.11/26 Teen Cuisine - Stop by The Zone for teen-friendly, Thanksgiving-inspired treats.

http://www.abnc.org/educational-programs/winter-camp.html

http://www.abnc.org


Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library

16616 Diana Lane, Houston, Texas 77062 (281) 488.1906 • www.hcpl.net

Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library Celebrates 50th years of Service!Join us for our 50th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, November 8th starting at 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Come and meet the families of the founders of Freeman library, dignitaries and astronauts. There are many fun-filled activities for the whole family. Come and learn about the Orion Program .Sign off on Orion’s banner to be on display at Kennedy Space Center for the upcoming launch. Here is your chance to be part of history. Listen to presentations by Astronaut Kenneth Bowersox, Dr. Jennifer Ross-Nazzal, NASA historian and representatives from Lockheed Martin as they discuss the Orion Program. Some activities planned are:

Presentations at the Community Room10:00 Introduction and Welcome Guest11:00 Meet and Greet Astronaut Kenneth Bowersox- his experience of the Space Program12:00 Dr. Jennifer Ross-Nazzal to discuss NASA History1:00 Representatives from Lockheed Martin to discuss the Orion Program

Entertainment12:00-1:30 Rock out with performances from School of Rock 2:00- 3:00 Come and meet Houston Dynamo’s mascot

- Diesel! Soccer fans come meet diesel! Displays• Freeman library history all day at the Conference Room • Orion Model and Information Session (Internet Café)• CreatorSpace-Houston’s mini Maker faire exhibits

(Patio- Front of the library)• Human in Space Youth Art Competition (Internet Café)• Share your memories-2nd Floor (Quiet Room)

-Oral History Recordings• New Lee Innovation Lab- 3D printers, 2 makerbots,

gigabot and other tools (2nd Floor)

Demonstrations at the Children’s Area• Lego Robotics • Learn snap circuits with Engineer Candy Torres• Learn chemistry demonstrations with Dr. Z.• Grab a picture at our astronaut photo booth • Create a rocket craft and launch them• Color pages for children, face painting and balloons and other fun activities

You won’t want to miss this Anniversary Extravaganza! Bring your photos, bring your stories and share your memories and join us in celebrating 50 years! Refreshments are provided by the Fresh Market at Bay Area at Webster. For any questions, please call the Freeman Library at 281 488 1906 or stop by at 16616 Diana Lane, Houston, Texas 77058. You can also visit us at http://www.hcpl.net.

Ace Hardware recently donated to the Friends of Freeman LibraryAce Hardware recently donated to the Friends of Freeman Library several tools for Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library's developing Lee Innovation Lab, a community makerspace that will feature a variety of creative technologies such as 3D printing, a service which has already begun at the library in anticipation of the Lab's completion. Several more tools are needed, however, and the Friends would appreciate donations from the public of any of the following items: Dremel rotary tool, sandpaper (80 to 800 grit variety), digital calipers, straight and angled-point tweezers, needle-nose pliers, precision screwdriver set, multimeter(s), SAE and metric wrench set (standard and socket), crescent/adjustable wrench(es), torx key set, hammer(s), wire cutter/stripper, linesman pliers, stainless steel rulers, file set.

Please call the library at 281-488-1906 or visit at 16616 Diana Lane for more information.

Business Workshop with SCORE with Rob Gay on “Coins under the couch cushion: Financing Your Small Business”

Join us on Saturday, November 15th at 10:30 am to 12:00 pm at the Marge Jacobson Community Room with Rob Gay, SCORE counselor with over 15 years of financial structuring and management experience as a banker and corporate finance specialist, including 8 years in international

and emerging markets. Rob will discuss how to find capital for your business.

Financing your business is one of the most important issues facing small businesses today. Learn about the various sources of funds in the marketplace, the best place to start, what the lenders look for when reviewing a funding application and the key ingredients for success when borrowing money. The workshop will also cover sources of equity and how to use equity as an alternative to borrowing funds.

To register for this free workshop, go to http://bit.ly/1wu7Wb3 or call the library. Please contact the Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library at 16616 Diana Lane, Houston, TX 77062 or at 281-488-1906 regarding any questions.


Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library

16616 Diana Lane, Houston, Texas 77062 (281) 488.1906 • www.hcpl.net

NOVEMBER ADULT PROGRAMS 11/15 (Saturday) at 10:30 SCORE Workshop with Rob Gay presenting “Coins under the couch cushion: Financing Your Small Business.” Financing your business is one of the most important issues facing small businesses today. Learn about the various sources of funds in the marketplace, the best place to start, what the lenders look for when reviewing a funding application and the key ingredients for success when borrowing money. The workshop will also cover sources of equity and how to use equity as an alternative to borrowing funds. Registration is required. Call the library or go to http://bit.ly/1wu7Wb3 to register.

Small Business Counseling with SCORE-Tuesdays & Wednesdays by Appt. only Get the help you need to grow your business. SCORE Counselors are available at the library. Call the library at 281 488 1906 or go to http://bit.ly/1dntyhV to schedule your appointment today.

11/17 (Monday) at 7:00 pm CreatorSpace- Join us for innovative presentations and demonstrations. CreatorSpace exists for the purpose of creating a network of resources to facilitate and inspire the sharing of knowledge, experience and ideas among its members and the general public. Meetings are free and open to the public. All levels of experience are welcome. To learn more, go to http://creatorspace.org/.

11/12 Microcontroller Basics Part 1 & 11/13 Microcontroller Basics Part 2 Come and learn the basics of the Arduino microcontroller with Creator Space member and former NASA engineer Dave Overland. This is a two-part class for ages 15 and up. Register at http://bit.ly/1vmW7GN or call the library at 281 488 1906.

TGIF SERIES- Friday Mornings at 10:30 11/7 CLASP – "Vital Fitness Habits for You” John Wade, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Personal Trainer of the UHCL Fitness Zone, will share with us the importance of a health and fitness regimen. 11/14 Tech Q&A Series – Training Lab for our Technology Question and Answer Series. This will be a great time to ask Freeman Library staff about computers, smartphones, devices, and eContent from the HCPL Digital Media Catalog. 11/21 Friday Film Series – We will be showing a 2013 film about a medical engineer and an astronaut working together to survive after a catastrophe destroys their space shuttle and leaves them adrift in orbit. This film stars Sandra Bullock and George Clooney.

BOOKCLUBS, WRITER’S CLUB 11/6 at 6:30 pm – Clear Lake Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Group at Conference Room11/10 at 7:30 pm Freeman Mystery Book Club, Meets at the Conference Room

11/19 at 7:30 pm Hofstetter Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club 11/22 at 10:00 am – Clear Lake Area Writers (CLAW) at Conference Room11/20 at 7:00 pm – Great Books Club, Conference Room

CRAFTS Starting 11/4 “Crafts to go” will be available – El Ojo de Dios/ God’s Eye craft - Get a new craft kit courtesy of the Friends of Freeman (while supply last) at 2nd fl. Ref. desk.11/11 & 11/25 Freeman Needlecafters meets at 10:00 am at the Conference Room

COMPUTER CLASSES are offered at Freeman Library. Classes are offered on a variety of topics including computer basics, MS Office Suite, Internet, and Email and are conducted by Technology Training Assistant. See our Events Calendar for a list of all computer classes this month. Find us at http://bit.ly/1lqCdmF or call us at 281 488 1906.

NOVEMBER PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24 [Mondays] Toddler Time at 11:15 11/4, 11/15, 11/18 [Tuesdays] Toddler Time 10:15 & 11:15 & Preschool Story time 1:3011/5 11/12, 11/19 [Wednesdays] Book Babies 10:15 & 11:15 & Preschool Story time 1:3011/14 [Fridays] Baby Playtime 10:00-11:00

BOOK BABIES: For infants up to 18 months along with a caregiver. The program is designed so that caregivers, together with the librarians, create a fun early literacy experience using songs, rhymes, movement, books and bubbles. Free tickets are available 15 minutes before each session.

TODDLER TIME: For children 18 months to 3 years and their parents or caregivers. This program features books, songs, finger plays, music and movement free tickets are available 15 minutes before each session.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: For children 3 to 5 years old. This program is designed for children who are ready to sit and listen to stories in addition to enjoying songs, finger plays and action rhymes. Free tickets are available beginning at 1:00 pm.

MONDAYS AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES: 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24 MAKER MONDAYS at 4:30 Recommended for children ages 5 and up.

11/3,11/10, 11/17, 11/24 CHESS CLUB 6:30-7:30Come join us in the Children's Activity Space for some chess. For beginners - you can pick up some tips on how to play chess. For chess players - try your chess moves against other players. Recommended for children ages 5-12 years. Free tickets are required and available at the Kids Information Desk beginning at 6:00 pm. Tickets are limited.

NOVEMBER 27TH

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• 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

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Bay Forest ContactsOFFICERS - Bay Forest Community AssociationPresident Dan Pias [email protected] 713-562-5444Vice President Gene Fisseler [email protected] 832-377-1222Treasurer Barbara McCollumSecretary John Haas Director Tom Camp [email protected] 832-493-5328

COMMITTEES - Bay Forest Community AssociationARC Dan Pias [email protected] 713-562-5444ACLC 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 Tom Camp [email protected] 832-493-5328Tennis John Hass Social Committee John Haas COA/Parks Dan Pias [email protected] 713-562-5444Yard of the Month John Haas [email protected]/Traffic Committee Gene Fisseler [email protected] 832-377-1222Trash Service Oversight Gene Fisseler [email protected] 832-377-1222Long Range Planning Gene Fisseler [email protected] 832-377-1222Realtor Advisory Board Dan Pias [email protected] 713-562-5444Community Relations Gene Fisseler [email protected] 832-377-1222Management Oversight Dan Pias [email protected] 713-562-5444Crime/Community Watch Gene Fisseler www.clcw.org Water Resources Gene Fisseler 832-377-1222Website Oversight Dan Pias [email protected] 713-562-5444Nominating Committee Barbara McCollum and John Haas 281-488-0123ORGANIZATIONSGarden 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 832-247-5035OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERSThe Bay Forest Community Association can be contacted at: [email protected] 15715 Lake Lodge Drive, Houston, Texas 77062AmeriWaste 281-331-8400City of Houston Information (neighborhood protection, solid waste, addresses to public buildings, etc.) 3-1-1Officer Richard Buitron 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 Clear Lake High School281-284-6200 Fax: 281-286-2914 281-284-1900 Fax: 281-284-1905 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 www.ccisd.net/schools/elementary-schools www.ccisd.net/schools/high-schools/ clear-lake-high-schoolSpace Center Intermediate 281-284-3300 Fax: 281-284-3305 8:00 am to 4:00 pm www.ccisd.net/schools/intermediate-schools

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