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Volume 27, Number 8 October 2013
Monthly Board of Directors MeetingsMeetings of the BFCA Board of Directors are held on the third Monday of each month, January through November, 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. A Board Meeting was held on September 16, 2013. Board members Dennis Fouty, Gene Fisseler, John Haas, Barbara McCollum, and Dan Pias were present along with Community Manager Jared Simmons. No other homeowners attended.
To contact the Bay Forest Community Manager, email [email protected] or call 832.224.6446. The mailing address for the Bay Forest Community Association is 15715 Lake Lodge Drive, Houston, Texas 77062.
Annual Homeowner MeetingCome out for the BFCA annual homeowner meeting on Monday, October 21, 2013, at the Clear Lake Presbyterian Church, 1511 El Dorado Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77062. Doors open at 6:30 pm for registration and the meeting kicks off at 7:00. The night will include:• 2013 financial performance and the 2104 BFCA budget• 2013 projects completed and other accomplishments • Planned 2014 community initiatives• Board member elections • Annual survey results• 2013 community champion announcement• Snacks and door prizes
Board of Directors ElectionsThree of our board positions are due to be filled at the October 21 annual homeowner meeting. One of our current board members has already indicated he will not stand for re-election. That means that at least one Bay Forester, possibly two or three, will need to step up and help lead our association into the next years. If you are interested in giving something back to our community, or if you know of someone who you believe would make a good director, contact the nominating committee ([email protected]).
National Night OutNational Night Out (NNO) is a great opportunity for citizens and law enforcement to partner up against crime. You are encouraged to participate in this event, meet your neighbors, and commit to helping law enforcement reduce crime in your community. Some of us have been congregating at our friends’ homes down the street on NNO for
Bay Forest Community Association Newswww.BayForest.info
(BFCA continued on page 3)
Crime Watch & AlertPage 5
Yard of the Month Pages 6-7
“Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend”
Page 10
School News & Update on the NEW CLHS!
Page 11
October 26th
3:00 to 5:30 pm at the Bay Forest Pool Park PavilionFor more info see page 4.
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years. Other Bay Foresters may host or participate in their first NNO this year.
So, this year on Tuesday night, October 1:• Host or attend a front yard potluck party. • Get out and get to know your Bay Forest neighbors. • Encourage and work with your Block Captain to organize
NNO parties on your street if there isn’t one already planned. • HPD officers will be making the rounds to meet the citizens
of Bay Forest, so let them know we’re doing our part to curb crime in our community and thank them for doing their part!
NNO was created to promote various crime prevention programs including neighborhood watch groups, law enforcement agencies, state and crime prevention associations – businesses, civic groups, and individuals – devoted to safer communities. The introduction of “America’s Night Out Against Crime” on Tuesday, August 7, 1984, began an effort to promote involvement in crime prevention activities, police-community partnerships, neighborhood camaraderie and send a message to criminals to let them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. Twenty-nine years ago, 2.5 million Americans took part across 400 communities in 23 states. NNO now involves over 37 million people and 15,000 communities from all fifty states.
Neighborhood News(BFCA continued from page 1)
National Night OutTuesday, October 1, 20136:00 pm to 9:00 pm
National Night Out has become Bay Forest Block Party Night!
Pick a shady spot, bring your lawn chairs, a snack and a drink and spend some time with the people you see the most in Bay Forest, your neighbors on your block.
Grab a Snack, Put on a Smile, Lock your Doors,and Go outside to Meet Your Neighbors!
Lights on Means Lights Out for Crime. This is a reminder that putting your porch light on
every night makes Bay Forest a safer place for everyone.
For more information or to register your block party, call Officer Richard Buitron at (281) 218-3900.
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Get ready for some fun for the kids and the adults as well as we combine the neighborhood Oktoberfest with Fall Festival-type fun activities for the children.
Please join us for this event, which will be held at the Bay Forest Pool Park near the pavilion on Saturday, October 26th from 3:00 to 5:30 pm. This event is sponsored by the Bay Forest Community Association, the Bay Forest Mommies’ Club and Ladybug Realtors/Edrina Fitting.
All are welcome.
This is a great introduction to our wonderful neighborhood, as there will be adults to visit with and meet - especially if you are new to Bay Forest. And there will be pumpkin decorating for the children as well as good food and fun. Children should wear a costume. Don’t miss it!
There will be hotdogs, bratwurst, giant pretzels (plus a few other goodies…). Bring your lawn chair if you like, and come meet some of your neighbors. Even if you have been a resident for years, there are always new people to meet, and old friends to catch up with!
As always, if you have questions about events, or would like to be included in the email distribution list for upcoming Mommies’ Club activities, please contact Joy King at the following email address: [email protected]. See you there!
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Neighborhood News
Crime Watch: Stay up-to-date with your neighbors on the community website www.bayforest.info.
CRIME REPORT – August 2013Burglary Motor Vehicle 800 Amber Bough DrivewayCriminal Mischief 15700 Brook Forest Road/St./SidewalkCriminal Mischief 15800 Brook Forest Road/St./SidewalkCriminal Mischief 16000 Brook Forest Public StreetBurglary Motor Vehicle 2900 Cherry Mill DrivewayLost Or Stolen 15900 Craighurst Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 2100 Diamond Brook Residence/HouseTheft 13800 Garden Creek Residence/HouseCriminal Mischief 16200 Havenhurst DrivewayTheft 16400 Heatherdale Residence/HouseBurglary Motor Vehicle 13500 Hidden Dell DrivewayTheft (Auto Car Not Truck) 14100 Lofty Mountain Public StreetBurglary Motor Vehicle 14200 Lofty Mountain Residence/HouseBurglary Motor Vehicle 1300 Mabry Mill Garage/CarportBurglary Motor Vehicle 2000 Spring Field Driveway
Includes: Bayforest/ Brookforest / Northfork / Bay OaksThis data is not the official crime statistics for the Houston Police Department. This data is being provided prior to the release of the Department's Official Monthly Uniform Crime.
COMMUNITY WATCH UPDATEIt has been reported that home and garage break-ins occurred during the early morning hours on September 5th in Bay Forest (one address) and Bay Knoll (two addresses). Homeowners were awakened from their sleep to find individuals attempting to enter their homes or standing over them in their homes.
• Power tools were stolen from the garage of the Bay Forest address.
• One home was entered through an unlocked door. • A Bay Knoll homeowner received (and survived) a gunshot
wound upon confronting the suspect. • Nearby homeowner security cameras caught the shooting,
images of the suspects and a gold-colored pickup truck used by the suspects.
We understand that the stolen power tools were recovered. We have no further details.
Breaking into homes during the nighttime hours and confronting homeowners is a much different trend than that we've experienced in Clear Lake to date in 2013. We all need to be vigilant in how we protect our homes and community. Make sure all your home and garage doors are locked up before retiring and leave on outdoor lights to deter criminal activity.
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Bay Forest Yard of the MonthOnce again, our Bay Forest neighbors have delighted us with their beautiful yards. I love that you all make it so difficult for us to choose each month! This month our winners are Gary and Judy Doggett at 15818 Hillside Falls Tr. and Evelyne Orndoff at 15410 Greenleaf. Congratulations to you both, and thank you for your hard work.
(Yard of the Month continued on page 8)
Our South side winner, 15818 Hillside Falls Trail, sits right next to one of our little pocket parks, so they have a large green space beside their home which really does help to show off all their beautiful flowers and impeccably manicured landscaping. A dry-fit stone border outlines each of the flower beds in the front yard, highlighting the many Boxwood, Begonias, and Knock Out Roses. Ligustrum
plants have been trained and shaped as trees that call attention to Doggett's front gate and all that lies behind it. Normally we don't venture into private spaces, but it is easy to see that the space inside the Doggett's fence is nothing short of spectacular. There are Bougainvilla blooms everywhere, cheerful Impatients and even a small stream and waterfall that run along the fence next to the park.
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Another impressive yard is 15410 Greenleaf on the North side of Bay Forest. Evelyne Orndoff's home is still bursting with color (even at the end of September when these pictures were taken). Some of that color is from the Yellow Esperanza planted around an oversize urn in the center of the yard, and some comes from seasonal Mums. This beautiful "island" also has several different ornamental grasses. The Ligustrum shrubs in front of the house provide a shady backdrop to several different varieties and colors of Caladium, as well as Ms. Ordoff's first attempt at growing Daliahs. Hanging baskets of Begonias bring color to the front door, and Sago Palm and Crape Myrtle are the large plants that anchor the landscape.
Bay Forest Yard of the Month
It is wonderful to live in a neighborhood where people care so much, not only about their yards, but about each other too. Recently the Yard of the Month committee received an email from a resident who was concerned that many of the yards we select to be Yard of the Month feature poisonous plants. Many beautiful plants do have defense mechanisms in place to protect themselves, and these can be harmful to small children or pets. I will never try to suggest what anyone should or should not plant in their yard. I love how each and every house and yard represents the individuals living inside. But, I will caution you to learn about the plants in your yard so you can teach your children which plants are okay to touch, and which ones, like Roses, Oleander, and Sago Palm might be harmful. As always, we appreciate all your comments, especially your nominations for Yard of the Month. If you know of a yard that you feel deserves to be Yard of the Month please send the address to [email protected].
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Neighborhood News
Bay Forest Gourmet ClubThe date for our first big party is October 19, 2013. This year we will be visiting all of the great wine areas of the world. Our first stop is South America, where we will sample some of the fine wines from Argentina and Chile. We will also dine on a number of grilled beef and pork dishes like this one.
Grilled PorkIngredients6 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 cup fresh parsley leaves, divided 2/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves, divided 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 (1-pound) pork tenderloin, trimmed 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Cooking spray 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 shallot, chopped
Directions1. Combine 2 tablespoons oil, 1/4 cup parsley, 1/3 cup cilantro,
cumin, and red pepper in a shallow dish. Add pork. Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate 1 hour, turning once.
2. Preheat grill to medium-high.
3. Sprinkle pork with 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Place pork on a grill rack coated with cooking spray, and grill for 8 minutes. Turn pork over, and grill 7 minutes or until a thermometer registers 145°. Remove pork from grill. Let stand for 5 minutes. Slice pork crosswise.
4. Combine 3/4 cup parsley, 1/3 cup cilantro, 1/4 teaspoon salt, oregano, and remaining ingredients in a food processor; pulse 10 times. Drizzle 1/4 cup olive oil through food chute with food processor on. Serve with pork.
From: Cooking Light September 2011
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The October meeting of Gardeners by the Bay Garden Club will be held at University Baptist Church, 16106 Middlebrook Drive. There is a social time from 9:00 to 9:30 am serving light refreshments. The meeting starts at 9:30 am.
Our speaker for the October meeting will be Dr. William C. Welch, Professor and Texas AgrilLife Extension Service Landscape Horticulturalist from Texas A&M University. He will be speaking on landscape design using “heirloom” selections.
All are welcome at our meeting. If you have any questions please call Marjorie at: 281-474-5051.
Randy’s Lawn Fertilization ScheduleIf you want to trust turfgrass researchers and fertilizer experts, the proper order is:1. Fungicide 2. Winterizer fertilizer 3. Pre-emergent herbicide.
I believe in that order and feel you should spread them out over two weeks. Put down the fungicide treatment today (if you haven't already), do the winterizer fertilizer next week, and the pre-emergent herbicide in two weeks. But I say the order doesn't really matter because some very busy people have to do all three treatments on the same day or within a couple of days of each other. I also say it doesn't matter because I don't want you to get lazy and not do the treatments at all.
Don't feel bad if you have to do all three treatments on the same day, the same weekend, or in a single week. However, whatever you do, don't put off the fungicide treatment too much longer if your lawn is prone to brown patch.
Also, your application window (between now and November 1) is way smaller than the windows for spring and summer. Instead of eight weeks to get it done, we have only four in the fall. So, don't put it off much longer. It's important to have your pre-emergent herbicide down by the first of November. There are less than two weeks left in September and only four weeks in October.
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Randy’s Lawn Fertilization ScheduleFor southern grasses including: St. Augustine, Bermuda and Zoysia
• 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) Will make lawns winter-hardy.
• FUNGICIDE September-October – To control the dreaded Brownpatch fungal disease (symmetrical brown circles in the grass) you must prevent it from coming up with a systemic lawn fungicide with Bayleton, Terrachlor, Banner or Benomyl.
• HERBICIDE (Pre-Emergent controls to prevent weeds) 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.
• INSECTICIDESIt is our belief on GardenLine, as a way to be kind to the environment, that you do not put down insecticides unless you know you have a problem. However, be prepared during the hot summer months — July through September — to attack chinch bug damage. This will show up as irregular shaped spots in the lawn along the concrete. Any liquid insecticide, like Permethrin or Cypermethrin, will treat the spot well. Then apply a granular insecticide like Deltamethrin or granular Permethrin in a broadcast applicator throughout the rest of the yard.
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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,
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Diamonds are a Girl’s Best FriendClear Lake Panhellenic Association will present their popular annual fashion show on Friday, November 1 with “Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend” as its theme. Chair Kay Lee Benoit and her co-chairs JoCat Bruce and Judie Ferguson chose the theme envisioning glamour and fun for everyone involved in planning and attending the fashion show. Think fuchsia pink and lots of sparkle! Creative producer Lenny Matuszewski will once again work his magic and pull fabulous clothes from Dillard’s for member models to strut the runway for the always well-attended philanthropic event at South Shore Harbour Resort. Clear Lake Panhellenic, which will celebrate its 50th anniversary next year, has over 170 members. The funds raised go to the Crawford-Zbanek Scholarship Foundation, which awards scholarships to local high school senior girls attending Texas universities, funds Girls State delegates from area high schools and awards scholarships to women returning to college to complete their education.
Members are working on gathering program ads and items for the raffle, silent auction and live auction. So, save the date and plan to come join the hot event of the season. Seats are $100 for runway and $75 for general seating. Contact Sue Ellen Jennings for reservations at [email protected] or 281-538-1257. Reservations are required; no walk-ins on the day of the event. You may check out our website for more information: www.clearlakepanhel.org.
These committee members are hard at work on the invitations for the Panhellenic Style Show, “Diamonds Are a Girl's Best
Friend,” scheduled for Friday, November 1, 2013 at the South Shore Harbour Resort and Conference Center.
Pictured are the following from left to right: Jo Cat Bruce (co-chairman), Judie Ferguson (co-chairman),
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As we all anxiously await that first blast of cool air that we know this time of year promises to bring, things continue to brew at Falcon Pass Elementary.
I would like to take a moment and thank all of you who have joined the Falcon Pass PTA. It is because of your generous support that the PTA is able to promote a fun and healthy environment for all the children at FPE. If you have not yet joined the PTA, there is still time! Please contact FPE PTA Membership Chair, Norma Fair at [email protected] and join today!
Be Informed. The FPE PTA will meet on Tuesday, October 8th at noon in
the Teaching Theater adjacent to the Library. FPE Counselor, Ann Johnson, will share how teachers are facilitating character building in their classrooms using the “Voyager Values.” Learn how positive values and attitudes can unlock potential and open doors to success, personal growth and fulfillment. Come early (11:45 am) to enjoy lunch and mingle with other awesome FPE parents. For more information, please contact FPE PTA Programs Chair Brandy Miller at [email protected].
If you would like to stay informed and up to date on the happenings at FPE, email your full name to [email protected] to receive the on-line monthly newsletter “Falcon Passages.”
Be Active. October is National Walk-to-School Month. In an effort to
encourage healthy choices, FPE students are encouraged to walk or ride their bike to school with an adult on October 9th. For more information, please contact FPE PTA PE Liaison Chair Lisa Kopfer [email protected].
Dust off your poodle skirt, grab your loafers (and the kids) and come join the FPE PTA for their annual Sock Hop! This back-to-school celebration is free to all FPE students and their families and will be held on October 17th from 6-8pm in the gym. For more information, please contact FPE PTA Sock HOP Chair, Marie Keener at [email protected].
Did you know children of parents who talk to their kids regularly about drugs are 42% less likely to use drugs than those who don't, yet only a quarter of teens report having these conversations? October 21 – 25 FPE will celebrate Red Ribbon Week, a nationally recognized anti drug and alcohol campaign. For more information, please contact FPE PTA Committee Co-Chair Susan Zimmerman at [email protected].
FPE Spirit Night at McDonald’s (2727 Bay Area Blvd.) is October 29th from 5-8pm. Eat dinner at McDonald’s and they will donate a portion of your purchase to FPE!
Falcon Pass ElementarySchool NewsGO VOYAGERS!
(School News continued on page 12)
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For more information, please contact FPE PTA Volunteer Coordinator Kristen Hinz at [email protected].
Be your kid's biggest fan. Be PTAHappy Halloween from FPE PTA!! Carrie Quigley, FPE PTA [email protected]
Falcon Pass Dates to Remember: October3rd Early Release 12:15 pm4th Student Holiday8th FPE PTA Executive Board Mtg @ 11am FPE PTA Meeting in the Teachers Theater 11:45 am Lunch 12:00 pm Program: FPE Counselor, Ann Johnson9th National Walk/Bike to School Day10th JSC Deposit Day11th Student Clusters 1:45 pm17th Sock Hop 6 pm in the gym18th Student Clusters 9 am Early Release 12:15 pm21st 25th Annual Red Ribbon Week25th Spirit Day 8:00 am29th Spirit Night at McDonald's 5-8:00 pm30th Fun Run Kick-off Pep Rally31st Happy Halloween!!! Kinder Fall Centers
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Falcon Pass Elementary Voyagers have the beat! Rhythm Path stopped by FPE this week and showed students how to use a drum from Africa called a Djembe. They also learned about different aspects of the African culture, language and traditions. Click here to view more photos online!
Falcon Pass Elementary Drums to Their Own Beat
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Clear Lake High School Upcoming Events October 1 Sophomore Parent Night 7:00 pm MB Auditorium October 2 NHS Meeting 6:45 am or 2:45 pm October 4 Student Holiday Teacher In-Service Day October 16 Homecoming Parade 6:00 pm October 18 Homecoming Game 7:00 pm District Stadium October 19 Homecoming Dance October 30 Picture Retakes My Big Fat Greek HomecomingAs Homecoming approaches, Clear Lake's Student Council is gearing up for the busiest time of the year! With funding from homecoming spirit shirts and $25.00 ticket sales, STUCO has decided to branch out this year with something completely out of the norm and presents My Big Fat Greek Homecoming! Beginning with the annual homecoming parade at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, October 16 Student Council leaders will be working nonstop towards achieving another memorable homecoming for their fellow students! This year's theme will be played up to the fullest while the Gods and Goddesses of Clear Lake show their Falcon spirit on their horse drawn chariots coming down Falcon Pass! The parade will be followed by a cheer performance and other activities. Parade participants must submit the Parade Entry Form and $20 fee by noon on Friday, October 4. Following the Wednesday night event, Clear Lake students will be entertained by a pep-rally on Friday, October 18 to really excite and encourage their hardworking football team! The Clear Lake vs. Clear Springs game will be preceded by the presentation of the Homecoming Court, King and Queen, full of Lake's finest students! Homecoming festivities will conclude with the dance held in the Krueger Field House on Saturday, October 19 at 7:00 pm. Students should expect a fun night of dancing and singing in a Grecian Paradise! Dates and times of ticket sales will be announced soon. For more information please contact Ms. Cara Sue Ellis at [email protected].
NEW PTSA Website -- Check it out!Webmaster Julie Lovelace has created a new and improved CLHS PTSA website that includes details about dress codes, bell schedules, athletic physicals, parking guidelines, library info, PTSA board members and committee chairs, STAAR testing, Project Grad and much more.... Don't forget to like us on Facebook !
Lake Cheer to Host Annual Cheer Clinic Oct. 12thJoin the award winning Clear Lake High School Cheerleaders for their Annual Cheer Clinic on Saturday, October 12. Learn cheer techniques and fun routines and participate in the Homecoming Parade on October 16! Ages K-8th are invited to participate. Pre-registration cost: $35 and registration the day of the event is $40. Complete and return the Registration form by Friday, October 4.
MD Anderson Blood DriveMD Anderson will be holding a blood drive at Clear Lake High School October 8th from 7:30 am to 2:00 pm in the Small Gym at CLHS main campus. Parents and community members are welcome! Requirements: You must be 17 years old or older and weigh at least 110 lbs. to participate.
Day of - Registration: 9:00 am Clinic: 9:30 am - 1:00 pm Show-off performance: 12:30 pm
XC Meet ScheduleThe freshmen and JV girls cross country teams both won first place in the Galveston Ball Invite. Taryn Otto won the freshmen race with a time of 16.05. Unfortunately, the Varsity girls race was canceled due to bad weather. This week the Cross Country team traveled to San Antonio to compete in the FEAST Flight Meet.
Upcoming meets include:10/3 - La Porte Invitational, Northwest Park, 1:45 pm10/11 - Clear Lake Invitational, Miramar Park, 2:30 pm10/17 - South Houston Invitational, Crenshaw Park, 3:30 pm
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09/04 Pasadena Mem. Away 09/11 Baytown Sterling AwayDark: W34/24 Light: W0/4409/19 Conroe Home Dark: W14/6 Light: W16/009/26 Clear Creek* HomeDark: L43/16 Light: L30/010/03 Clear Brook* Away10/10 Brazoswood* Home10/17 Clear Springs* Away10/30 Clear Falls* Home11/06 Dickinson* Away
09/04 Pasadena Mem. Home Dark: T 13/1309/11 Baytown Sterling Home Dark: T 26/26 09/19 Conroe Away Dark: L 32/009/26 Clear Creek* Away Dark: W 12/14 10/03 Clear Brook* Home10/10 Brazoswood* Away10/17 Clear Springs* Home10/31 Clear Falls* Away11/06 Dickinson* Home*Denotes District Game
(W) Win; (L) Lose; (T) Tie
Photo by Heather Blackmar • Lake vs Conroe
09/05 Pasadena Memorial Home CCISD Veterans W21/32 Youth Football Night
09/12 Baytown Sterling Home CCISD Veterans W17/27 Teacher Appreciation09/20 Conroe Away Moorhead Stad. W39/2309/27 Clear Creek* Away CCISD Veterans L 3/3510/04 Clear Brook* Home CCISD Veterans 7:00 pm Intermediate School Night10/11 Brazoswood* Away Hopper Stad. 7:00 pm10/18 Clear Springs* Home CCISD Veterans 7:00 pm Homecoming10/31 Clear Falls* Away CCISD Veterans 7:00 pm11/07 Dickinson* Home CCISD Veterans 7:00 pm Senior Night
JVLIghT/DARk4:30/6:30 pm at High Schools
fRoShDARk/LIghT4:30/6:30 pm at High Schools
CLHS Falcon Football visit www.clearlakefootball.com
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PTA Announces 2013-2014 Reflections Theme CLHS PTSA will start excepting entries for the 2013-2014 PTA Reflections Contest in September. The theme for this year is "Believe, Dream, Inspire". Categories include Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Musical Composition, Photography, and Visual Arts. Entries forms can be picked up in either CLHS library or downloaded from the Texas PTA website, www.txpta.org/programs/reflections/#. All entries and complete entry forms must be turned in to either CLHS library no later than Thursday, October 31. Students have opportunities to be recognized at the school, council, state, and national levels. Questions? Contact Kecia Held, [email protected]. Please visit the Texas PTA website for additional information on the Reflections Program.
CLHS PTSA Scholarship News
Each year, the CLHS PTSA awards $500 scholarships to graduating college bound seniors. Students may apply by filling out an application in their senior year. Here are some important details to apply for a PTSA scholarship this year:1. All applicants must be a senior and must be a member of
the PTSA in their senior year.2. Membership deadline is October 15, 2013 to be eligible.3. No applications will be accepted if membership is received
after this date.
Applicants will be judged on several factors including:• Academic achievement (consider difficulty of courses,
GPA and SAT/ ACT scores)• Educational goals (Essay)• Involvement in school, community and/or job• Recommendations (counselor, teacher, and other adult)• Number of years applicant joined the PTSA
Watch for information about the application process in the spring! We'll see you at the popcorn machine!
Preliminary Designs for Clear Lake HS RevealedAn abundance of glass and a futuristic grand entrance are just a few highlights reflected in the preliminary plans for the major rebuild of Clear Lake High School. The Clear Creek Independent School District Board of Trustees got their first glimpse of the $98.6 million high school during a workshop on Monday, September 9. The plans, developed by PBK Architects and staff, reflect the progressive nature of the community the school calls home.
Read more about the New Design and See the Presentation.... http://www.ccisd.net/docs/default-source/2013-bond/presentation-to-community.pdf?sfvrsn=0
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Photo by Heather Blackmar • Lake vs Creek
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Community News
Prairie Pandemonium Oct 19thAre you looking for a fun way to make a dif-ference in your local environment? Here it is: Prairie Pandemo-nium! Help Armand Bayou Nature Center restore the tall grass prairie, a critical na-tive habitat. As a part of ongoing restoration
work, ABNC volunteers have grown two thousand pots of lo-cally rare native grass at the nature center for transplantation into the prairie preserve.
We need your help to plant them. You will become a part of a team planting effort. This important event will bring the ABNC prairies closer to a climax state of native wildflowers and grasses. Tall grass prairie once covered at least nine million acres along the coastal plain of south-central Texas and southwestern Louisiana. Today, more than 99% has been lost to agriculture and urbanization. What remains is highly fragmented and severely threatened by development and non-native vegetation. At seven hundred acres, Armand Bayou Nature Center manages one of the most extensive holdings of coastal tallgrass prairie in the lower Galveston Bay watershed.
Sign-in will begin at 8:00 am and the project will last until noon. Lunch and a t-shirt are included, and there will be door prizes too. Volunteers must be 12 years of age or older, and if under 18 to be accompanied by an adult. Participants will need sturdy shoes and clothes that can get muddy. The nature center will provide tools and work gloves.
Registraton Is Required To Participate.To register, contact Merari at [email protected] download and bring this completed release form with you.
New EcoKids Classes for Preschool-Aged Children"EcoKids" Classes are educational and fun for young learners. Each scheduled class will explore a different topic related to species native to Armand Bayou Nature Center. Classes are for children only and will include a natural history lesson, music, story, craft, demonstrations and an outdoor activity. All children 3 to 6 years old and fully potty trained are welcome. Classes are held twice a month from 9:30-11:30 on Fridays at the Nature Center. Fee per child: $8 non members; $6 members. Reservations are required. Visit the EcoKids information page for class schedule.
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Annual Harvest Festival Nov. 9th & 10th 10:00 am to 4:00 pmEach fall since 1981 the Martyn Farm at Armand Bayou Nature 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 celebra-tion continues. This year's event emphasizes 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
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Friends of Freeman Library provides Capital Improvements
Front row (left to right): Bert Hurst, Dick Kidder, Barbara Garner, Carolyn Foutch, Kathy EricksenBack row (left to right): Alison Hall, Lori Arnold, Larry Arnhold, Karen Akkerman, Elaine Wynegar, Jay Cross, Walter BrickerNot pictured: Bob Mitchell, Kati Hill, Blanche Stastny
You may already know it, but Freeman Library has one of the most outstanding Friends groups around (current 2013-14 Board members pictured). They've recently finished providing funds ($41,000) over the last several months for capital improvements, which include:
45 New chairs for the adult services computer area20 New computers for the Training Lab10 Chairs for the teen area whiteboard tables9 Replacement chairs for the Quiet Area (pending)4 Lounge chairs for the teen area (pending)4 Computer tables for the teen area3 New chairs for the Customer Service and YA desks (pending)2 Markerboard tables for the teen area2 Sofas as replacement seating (pending)1 Mobile storage closet for the teen area (pending)Upgraded Internet connectivityPainting the teen area wall
Many thanks to our wonderful Friends of Freeman Library and their continual support of our collection, programs, and services!
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Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library
16616 Diana Lane, Houston, Texas 77062 (281) 488.1906 • www.hcpl.net
Gulf Coast ReadsPeter Heller, author of "The Dog Stars"
In participation with the Gulf Coast Reads program, the Clear Lake City County, Freeman Library will be hosting Peter Heller, national bestselling author of "The Dog Stars," as he discusses and signs copies of his critically acclaimed book on October 3rd at the Marge Jacobson Meeting Room at 7:00 pm to 8:45 pm. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Freeman Library and is made
possible by a bequest from the estate of Jocelyn H. Lee. Copies of Mr. Heller's book will be available for purchase courtesy of Blue Willow Bookshop.
Light refreshments are provided by the Friends of Freeman 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.
Free & Fun Children’s Programs
Mon. 10/7,10/21,10/28 Toddler Time 11:15Tues. 10/1, 10/15,10/22,10/28 Toddler Time 10:15 & 11:15Tues. 10/1,10/8,10/15,10/22,10/29 Preschool Storytime 1:30Wed. 10/2,10/9,10/16,10/23,10/28 Book Babies 10:15 & 11:15 Wed. 10/2,10/9,10/16,10/23,10/28 Preschool Storytime 1:30*Thurs. 10/3 Thomas Davis “The Snakeman” at 2:30
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. Book Babies is held Wednesday at 10:15 am and 11:15 am . Limited to 50. Free tickets available beginning at 10:00 am for the 10:15 am session and 10:45 am for the 11:15 am 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. Toddler Time is held Monday at 11:15 am and Tuesday at 10:15 am and 11:15 am. Limited to 60. Free tickets available beginning at 10:00 am for the 10:15 am session and at 10:45 am for the 11:15 am session.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: For children 3 to 5 years old. This storytime is held Tuesday and Wednesday at 1:30 pm. 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. Limited to 60. Free tickets available beginning at 1:00 pm.
Thomas Davis “The Snakeman” October 3rd at 2:30 pmLooking for a fun way to spend the afternoon off from school? Join us for a fascinating visit with Thomas Davis as he shows & tells us about snakes. *Tickets required. They’re free and given out 30 minutes before each program. This program is recommended for children 5 years and up.
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October Adult Programs RETIREMENT PLANNING SEMINARS @ 6:30 PM Call the library at 281.488.1906 or use the link to register: 10/2 – Investing for Retirement Income – Part 2 www.goo.gl/G0wxb6
10/9 – Estate Planning for Retirement www.goo.gl/GxTdkU
10/16 – Retirement from a Woman’s Perspective www.goo.gl/hqU50z
10/23 – Retirement Myths & Mistakes www.goo.gl/gLnUoE
SCORE SMALL BUSINESS COUNSELING (Tues & Weds)*Appointments only. Call the library at 281.488.1906 or go to www.goo.gl/9GKkW7 to register.Keith Stine (Tuesdays) 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 0/22, 10/29Rob Gay (Wednesday) 10/12, 10/9, 10/16, 0/23, 10/30
NEW TRIVIA EXPRESS & FILM EXPRESS (Additional information go to http://www.goo.gl/7ASmcw)Thursday, 10/17 – Pick up a Trivia Express. It will have challenging quizzes on a variety of topics. Saturday, 10/26 at 2:00 pm in the Teen Zone (Celebrate Native American Heritage Month)For each Trivia Express topic, we will show a topical film. Audience will earn Trivia Express Flair for attending.
TGIF FRIDAY SERIES @ 10:30 am • 10/ 4- TGIF & CLASP – “Seeing… and Creating Photographs
of Your Life” with DION McInnis, Associate Vice President for University Advancement, UHCL presenting.
• 10/11- TTECH Q&A – Join us in the Training Lab for our Tech Q&A, Come ask questions about computers, electronic devices, and/or smartphones.
• 10/18- ANEGELA DAGLEY, Podiatrist at the Clear Lake Foot & Ankle Specialist Clinic will speak to us about maintaining podiatric health. This program will be in the Children’s Activity Room
• 10/25 FRIDAY FILM SERIES – starts at 10:15 am, We will be showing a 1954 Alfred Hitchcock movie starring James Stewart and Grace Kelly.
CRAFTS, BOOKS & WRITING CLUBSFreeman Needlecrafters Tuesdays, 10/1,10/15,10/29 at 10:00 amClear Lake Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Group 10/3, 6:30 pm“Crafts-to-Go!” 10/7 New project available! Freeman Mystery Book Club 10/14 at 7:30 pmYA Book Club for Adults 10/9 at 7:00 pmClear Lake Area Writers (CLAW) 10/12 & 10/26 at 10:00 am Hofstetter Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club 10/23 at 7:30 pmGreat Books Book Club 10/24 at 7:00 pm
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Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library
16616 Diana Lane, Houston, Texas 77062 (281) 488.1906 • www.hcpl.net
October Events for Teens!10/5 KAPLAN Free SAT Practice Exam at 10:30 amTake a free practice exam to help you prepare for the SAT. *Registration is required. Call the library at 281-488-1906 or register online at http://www.goo.gl/IjoA8o
10/9 Science Wednesday: Stop-Motion at 4:30 pm Learn more about stop-motion animation and make your own short film!
Saturday, 10/12 College Money Guys at 10:30 amDirected towards parents of college-bound teens, a representative from the College Money Guys will present on insiders’ secrets, strategies and tips to slash college costs.
10/13-10/19 Celebrate Teen Read Week!• 10/14 Movie Monday at 4:30 pm – Teen Zone and enjoy a
great movie based on a book.• 10/15 Homework Hour at 4:30 pm – Need a place to study
after school or a place to meet to work on a group project? Stop by the Teen Zone! Snacks will be provided to help fuel your concentration.
• 10/16 Teen Cuisine at 4:30 pm – Create your own tasty treats inspired by famous literature. Playing with your food is required.
• 10/17 Into the Unknown Party – Celebrate Teen Read Week and travel into the Unknown with food, games, crafts, and more.
Saturday, 10/19 Crafting Your Personal Statement at 4:30 pmScott Furtwengler, former Dean of the Honors Program at San Jacinto Community College, will present on writing personal essays in the college application process. Dean Furtwengler has served on several selection committees in addition to preparing students for the application process for major scholarships, such as the Rhodes Scholarship, Harry S. Truman Scholarship, and more.
10/28 Teen Advisory Board at 4:30 pmLet your voice be heard! Gain leadership experience working with other teens on special projects and developing teen programming.
10/30 Freeman Teens Read Book Club at 4:30 pmWhat have you been reading lately? Join our Book Club to share your recent favorites and get recommendations from other readers.
Game On! Join us on 10/10 and 10/24 at 4:30 pm for board games, card games, video games and more.
Make It! Monday – Stop by the Teen Zone on 10/7 and 10/21 at 4:30 pm and get creative. 10/7 We will be making accessories out of recycled materials.10/21 We will be celebrating autumn with pumpkin crafts.
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
15822 MANOR SQUARE, HOUSTON, TX 77062 Call 281-660-4965 and ask for Marita if you have any questions.
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
PET SERVICESGabbi Guiscardo 281-573-8375 — Dog WalkingAlexandra Hunt-Riley 11/94 281-961-5192 — Pet SittingRobert Lauzon 7/96 281-218-0064 — Pet SittingAlex Lauzon 5/99 281-218-0064 — Pet SittingMichelle O’Bert 7/94 281-480-4833 — Pet SittingAlberto Quinones 8/96 832-228-2507 — Pet SittingAlexis Wendes 2/94 281-486-0637 — Pet SittingJack Wendes 3/98 281-486-0367 — Pet SittingAlex Woerner 8/96 281-486-6960 — Pet Sitting
MATH TUTORAbbey Cain 12/93 281-480-8189 (h) 832-477-0135 (c)Richard Cao 1/97 281-480-2033 (h) [email protected] Fouty 8/90 713-252-7248Alexandria Lawrence 9/93 281-286-7203 (h) 832-492-4042 (c)Alice Wang 7/92 281-282-0639
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 8/96 832-228-2507
LAWN MOWINGRobert Lauzon 7/96 281-218-0064Alberto Quinones 8/96 832-228-2507
CURB ADDRESS PAINTINGVictor Ungar 6/00 281-486-7776
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PERSONAL AD POLICYThere is no charge for a Bay Forest resident to place a Personal Ad in the Bay Forest News. Please email the information that is to appear in the ad to [email protected].
There is no charge for a Bay Forest teen to adver tise in the Teen Job Directory. Get your ad to Marita Moran at [email protected] by the 20th of the month.
COMMERCIAL AD POLICYAd Sizes CostBusiness Card $ 25.001/4 page $ 40.001/2 page $ 75.00Full page $ 150.00Inserts $ 60.00 (you print 200 inserts)
5% discount offered if you pay, in advance, for 3 months of advertising space.10% discount offered if you pay, in advance, for 6 months of advertising space.15% discount offered if you pay, in advance, for 10 months of advertising space.
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION INSERT FEES Organizations based within the Bay Forest Community will be charged $25.00 for inserts—all other non-profit organi za tions will be charged $35.00 for inserts. THE BAY FOREST NEWS IS ISSUED THE 1ST WEEK OF EVERY MONTH, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE JUNE/ JULY AND THE DECEMBER/JANUARY ISSUES (10 ISSUES PER YEAR).
THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT ARTICLESOR ADS IS THE 20TH OF THE MONTH.
EDITOR: Marita Moran (281) 660-4965 e-mail: [email protected]: Ramona Pias Marita Moran (281) 660-4965 Rosie Pieri (281) 480-7314 Elizabeth LauzonADVERTISING: Marita Moran (281) 660-4965ACCOUNTANT: Cindy CarmineGRAPHIC DESIGN: KrispGraphix (832) 372-5127, [email protected]: 850 householdsPRINTER: MI Printing (281) 486-9884
EDITORIAL NOTESContributions to this paper are welcome; articles, letters to the editor, complaints, compliments, etc. Please submit your copy—typed, if possible, to Marita Moran at 15822 Manor Square by the 20th of the month.
Although all contributions are welcome, we cannot guarantee to print everything that is submitted. The editor reserves the right to edit copy where required.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR PRINTED REFLECT THE OPIN IONS OF THE AUTHORS ONLY, AND NOT THOSE OF THE BAY FOREST NEWS OR ANY OF ITS STAFF. TO BE PUB LISHED, LETTERS TO THE EDITOR MUST INCLUDE A NAME AND PHONE NUMBER— THE EDITORS RESERVE THE RIGHT TO OMIT THE NAME AT THE WRITER’S REQUEST.
Bay Forest News sends a Special Thanks to KROGER for donating the plastic bags
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The Bay Forest News Staff
OFFICERS - Bay Forest Community AssociationPresident Dennis Fouty [email protected] Vice President Gene Fisseler [email protected] 832-377-1222Treasurer John HaasSecretary Barbara McCollum Director Dan Pias
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 Dennis FoutyCrime/Community Watch Gene Fisseler www.clcw.org Website Oversight Dennis Fouty [email protected] Committee John HaasORGANIZATIONSGarden 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 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
To Report a Streetlight that is Out...
Bay Forest Contacts
