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Houston Family Arts Center Presents “Twelve Angry Jurors”

Melissa Burnham — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 21:48:37 +0100

The beautiful nearby Houston Family Arts Center (HFAC) will present the play “Twelve Angry Jurors” from the Teen Actors Guild Performance Workshop from August 19 - 22. The play is based on the famous movie “Twelve Angry Men”, and examines, through interesting and revealing drama, the prejudices, motivations, frustrations, and character of twelve jurors in the case of a teen being tried for murder. Did he do it? Is the case sound? Does it matter to all of the jury? Will justice prevail?

The play will be presented in the round on the studio stage, so the audience will feel like they are part of the play. HFAC is located at 10760 Grant Road, Houston, TX 77070. Tickets are $10 plus $2 handling charge, and information on show times and ticket purchase can be found at www.houstonfac.com. You can also call 281-685-6374 or email hfac@houstonfac.com for additional information. Enjoy the show!

Sources: Cy-Fair Magazine, Houston Family Arts Center

Towne Lake To Host Memorial Hermann Houston Triathlon And Duathlon On September 26

Joseph Leon — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 05:00:00 +0100

The roadways and waterways in Caldwell Companies’ award-winning Towne Lake master-planned community will be crowded with athletes reaching for the gold at the Memorial Hermann Houston Triathlon and Duathlon on September 26.

Onurmark Race Productions is presenting the triathlon/duathlon, which is sanctioned by USA Triathlon, the national governing body for the sports of triathlon, duathlon, winter triathlon and aquathlon in the United States.

This athletic challenge will kick off at 7:30 a.m. and is open to all ages and fitness levels.

There are three courses for athletes to choose from: the “OLYMPIC” includes a 1,500-meter swim, 24.85-mile bicycle ride, and 6.2-mile run; the “OLYMPIC WITH SHORT SWIM WAVE” includes a 300-meter swim, 24.85-mile bicycle ride, and 6.2-mile run; and the “LONG DUATHLON” includes a 2-mile run, 24.85-mile bicycle ride, and 6.2-mile run.

The swim segments will take place in Towne Lake’s centerpiece lake, which will be 300 acres when completed. The running and biking segments will follow roads that form the backbone of the 2,400-acre community. The starting line is at the intersection of Lakeview Crest and Towne Lake Parkway - the future site of the Towne Lake Amphitheater.

“We are thrilled to play host to the Memorial Hermann Houston Triathlon and Duathlon because the purpose of this top-notch athletic event fits perfectly with what Towne Lake embodies: a healthy way of life and a strong community spirit,” said Susan Caldwell with Caldwell Companies.

The goal is to have 1,000 participants.

The Memorial Hermann Houston Triathlon and Duathlon is seeking volunteers to help at the event. Volunteer groups with 10 or members that represent a non-profit organization will receive a percentage for working at the event.

Those interested in participating in or volunteering at the event can find information, and register at www.HoustonTri.com. Students will receive a discount when registering.

When fully built out, the Towne Lake master-planned community in northwest Houston will have several sections of “Hill Country-inspired” single-family homes – many waterfront properties - ranging from the $180,000’s to multi-million-dollar properties.

A 180-acre “Town Center” will front U.S. 290 and will feature Class A office space and retail establishments. A community retail shopping district and a myriad of waterfront restaurants will be located on Barker-Cypress, as well as a community amphitheater.

There will be numerous parks and hiking and biking trails spread throughout Towne Lake, and “old-fashioned” fishing holes sprinkled throughout the community.

Tie into Towne Lake through Facebook, Twitter and Youtube through links on the Towne Lake website - www.townelaketexas.com.

The Towne Lake community’s Welcome Center is located at 9214 W. Bridgeport Pass Circle.

Towne Lake’s Exciting New Cy-Fair ISD Rennell Elementary Opens this August

Daphne Hager — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 23:13:43 +0100

Cy-Fair ISD (CFISD) is opening a new elementary inside Towne Lake at 19500 Tuckerton Ave., Cypress, TX 77433 named "Rennell". Construction has been ongoing but will soon be complete, just before the start of another school year. Mark your calendar for some important upcoming dates for the Rennell School include:

“Kindergarten Round-Up” on Thursday, August 19, from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

“Meet the Teacher” on Friday, August 20, from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. for students with last names beginning with A-M

“Meet the Teacher” on Friday, August 20, from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. for students with last names beginning with N-Z

Leslie Thomas has been named Rennell’s first principal, and the school is a new participant in the CFISD “Club Rewind” before and after-school child care program.

Exciting pictures of the construction and beautiful design and interior can be found at http://schools.cfisd.net/rennell/index.stm, and the new elementary also has an informative Facebook page found at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rennell-Elementary-PTO/117784021571658. Rennell is another great example of why residents love to live in Towne Lake!

Sources: Cy Fair ISD

Live Music Day Planned in August for Teens at Willowbrook Mall

Daphne Hager — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 20:14:10 +0100

Nearby Willowbrook Mall will host “Shop ‘til You Rock”, a teen-targeted day of live music, games, prizes, great deals, and even a teen (ages 13-19) modeling competition, on Saturday, August 7 from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m.

The “Shop ‘til You Rock” mall tour features live music from “Stereo Skyline” and activities that range from getting a “rock star” make-over to trying out the Just Dance video game. Sponsors include Pepsi Refresh Project, Hot Topic, Just Dance, GameStop, Kodak, and Fusion Model Management, and very popular teen actress and singer Demi Lovato (Disney’s “Camp Rock” and “Camp Rock 2”) is also associated with the mall tour.

Located just down the highway from Towne Lake at the southwest corner of SH 249 and FM 1960, Willowbrook Mall offers hundreds of shops and places to eat. You can shop for the best, or just take a rest and enjoy the air conditioned comfort of Willowbrook’s beautiful indoor mall setting. Willowbrook Mall is just another of the great and conveniently-located amenities of Towne Lake!

Sam Houston Race Park Hosts the Famous Wiener Dog Races and Concert

Daphne Hager — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:27:58 +0100

The Sam Houston Race Park is set to host an evening of family fun and music on Saturday, July 17, 2010. The day begins with the ever popular 3rd Annual Wiener Dog Races, presented by Petco and Barks 5th Avenue. The adorable Dachshunds race just a short 25 yards down the track to win cash and prizes. There’s also a pet costume contest, which is always an amusing event to watch!

After the Wiener Dog Races, the fun continues with live music between the day’s horse races at SHRP’s “Party on the Patio”. Once the races are complete, the evening fun begins with the 2010 Live Verizon Wireless Summer Concert Series featuring Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers.

What a great day for the family, pets and music lovers, all just a few minutes away from Towne Lake! Visit the SHRP website for more details.

Berry Center to Host “The Music Man” in July

Daphne Hager — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 22:02:18 +0100

The classic play “The Music Man” is coming to The Berry Center this July, providing a great experience for the whole family. Based on the story of a fast talking salesman who ends up talking himself into the position of producing a musical - but he has no musical talent or experience! It’s a great story of someone finding character, overcoming challenges, making new friends, and finding love, all where he never would have expected.

The play will be held at The Berry Center Theater, 8877 Barker Cypress Rd, over the weekends of July 16 and July 23, and show time information and tickets can be found at TicketTurtle.com.

Nearby Lone Star College to Hosts Free L.I.F.E. Adult Seminar this Summer

Daphne Hager — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 21:07:06 +0100

Just by visiting Room 131 at the Lone Star College Library for one hour each Wednesday between 10 and 11 a.m. this July, you can become culturally enriched on how the French (aka Cajun) influenced Texas history. The free seminars will bring you interesting and informative facts on the area history, from local radio, to food and the old Negro Leagues of the area.

On July 7, famous radio DJ Jim Pruette of KLOL 101, will be speaking on some of the “juicy history”. On July 14, French Bastille Day, the class will discuss the history of French people in Texas and the Cajun people of Louisiana. The next week, July 21, will include lectures from actual players in the old Negro Baseball leagues and how Texas participated. The appetite indulging finale on July 28 will be all about the great foods of Argentina, and will be focused on the Empanada.

You won’t want to miss this total immersion of the senses while learning about the vital role of the French on our great states culture, so come enjoy free education from the culturally diverse folks who lived it!

For more information, visit: Lonestar.edu

Evening of Wine Tasting and Racing at Nearby Sam Houston Race Park

Daphne Hager — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 05:00:00 +0100

The Winner’s Circle Restaurant at the beautiful Sam Houston Race Park will host a wine tasting event from 6-9pm on Friday, June 25. Constellation Wines will present a diverse set of wines, from merlots to chardonnays and pinot noirs, all paired with great food from the kitchen of the Winner’s Circle.

The cost of the wine tasting and dinner is $39 a person and tickets must be purchased by Wednesday, June 23. Question and Answer sessions on the various wines and the food pairings will be held by Constellation Wines, and casual education on race wagering will be available to the dinner guests.

What a great summer night of wine, food, and fun at nearby Sam Houston Race Park! For more information and to reserve tickets, visit www.shrp.com or call 281-807-8760.

There’s Still Time to Register for Champion’s Science Day Camp

Daphne Hager — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 21:02:02 +0100

Two of the Champion’s Science Day Camps are still available this summer at the beautiful and convenient Berry Center on Barker-Cypress.

“Mystery of the Pharaoh” has openings for the June 28 through July 2 camp, as does the “Space and Rocketry” from July 19 through July 23. The cost for each camp ranges from $299 to $194 per week.

“Mystery of the Pharaoh”

This camp includes activities like simple chemistry, rock study, pyramid construction, and mummy science. DiscoverChampions.com/Main/Do/Mystery_of_the_Pharaohs_Treasure

“Space and Rocketry”

This camp includes activities such as water rockets, solar system study, simple chemistry, crater formation, and games based on the science discoveries made during camp.

DiscoverChampions.com/Main/Do/Space_and_Rocketry_2010

The Berry Center is located at 8877 Barker Cypress, Cypress, TX 77433, and you may call 281-894-3900 for program information.

To enroll, please call 888.458.1812 or visit DiscoverChampions.com.

Cy-Fair Teen Driver's Permit Classes at Lone Star College

Daphne Hager — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:44:18 +0100

Cy-Fair College Offers Free Business Seminars this Summer

Daphne Hager — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 03:03:16 +0100

This summer, Lone Star College Cy-Fair plans to help get your small business off to a great start and on its way to becoming a big success!

Lone Star College will hold free, weekly business success seminars on Tuesdays in June and July (no classes to be held July 6) from 7:45 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. in the Barker Cypress Campus Library, room 215, located at 9191 Barker Cypress. Topics will include using Facebook and other social media outlets, Online Marketing, and Search Engine Optimization—all useful marketing topics that today’s modern business can’t grow without.

For more information on classes to be held each Tuesday between June 8 and July 20, including a full schedule of seminar topics, visit LoneStar.edu. Lone Star College is a great university, serving the Cy-Fair advanced education needs of both adults and college-bound teens, and is an excellent Cy-Fair community asset. Take time to visit the Lone Star College website and campus; you’ll find something you’ve been waiting to learn!

Annual Charity Golf Tournament Provides $20,000 Cy-Fair Student Scholarship

Daphne Hager — Wed, 26 May 2010 02:08:06 +0100

On June 18, 2010 the 3rd Annual Eric Bassett Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament and Auction Fundraiser will be held. The $20,000 student college scholarship, awarded each year, is given in honor of Eric Bassett, a Cy-Falls High honor student and top athlete who was tragically killed in 2007.

Eric’s parents, Ana and Eric Bassett, formed the non-profit behind the scholarship in honor of Eric’s life, achievements, and potential.

The scholarship fund was formed in December, 2007, and the two previous recipients of the generous four-year, $20,000 college scholarship are Blake Billings, in 2008, and Wesley Ryan in 2009. The scholarship is available for any Cy-Fair area student interested in applying, and the 2010 award winner will be announced this month.

For more information about the golf tournament and auction, or to make a donation, please call Ana Bassett at 281-989-6984, email anabassett@sbcglobal.net, or see EricBassettMemorial.org.

Visit Nearby Houston’s George R. Brown Convention Center for the Italian Expo!

Greg Rivera — Tue, 18 May 2010 20:42:18 +0100

Wrap up your spring outings with a visit to the Italian Expo May 21 through 23 at the nearby Houston’s George R. Brown Convention Center!

This year’s Italian Expo is a full weekend of activity highlighting Italian dance, art, fashion, music, cars, and of course - soccer. Over 150 exhibitors will be displaying Everything Italian! at the event.

Want to get up close and personal with a Ferrari? Maybe Italian gifts and leathers get your engines revved? Come out and see the latest Italian luxury clothing, accessories and home furnishing and even plan your dream trip to Italy? It’s all at the Italian Expo!

This year’s Italian Expo will focus on the two Italian areas of Lombardy and Sardinia, including everything from technology to one-of-a-kind handcrafter goods. The expo has also added a new interactive children’s area for this year, with a playground, music, storytellers, and much more. It’s a fun weekend for the whole family!

For more information on the event, including ticket pricing and parking, please see the expo’s website at Italianexpo.us/pages/houston or Houstonconventionctr.com/meeting planners.

See the Renowned Houston Art Car Parade and Support Cy Fair Artists

Greg Rivera — Tue, 04 May 2010 09:47:35 +0100

Actor Dan Aykroyd will be Grand Marshall of the 23rd Annual Houston Orange Show Art Car Parade, on Saturday, May 8. Local Cy Fair artists have created Art Cars just for this event! The Art Car Parade will begin at 1 p.m., is free to the public and will start at the corner of Houston’s Allen Parkway and Taft and ends at Montrose. The best viewing is along Allen Parkway from Montrose to Bagby.

Cars will be made to look like fighter jets, plants, trees, trucks, and more in this famous Houston parade, and the Cy Fair artists have exceptionally prepared their entries for this year’s parade. For example, the Garrett’s from Cy Fair have prepared a moving peacock; Michael Lawrence has created a “Dragon Wagon” from a radio flyer wagon; Daniel Norstrom will present a fusion of Cadillac’s and flowers made from water bottles – none of which are to be missed! Several local Cy Fair charities also have entries.

If you’ve never seen the Art Car Parade, this Saturday, May 8, is your opportunity to experience something very unique to Houston—and to support your local Cy Fair artists, as well!

SALUTE TO LAW ENFORCEMENT AND CHILD FINGERPRINTING AT WILLOWBROOK MALL

Greg Rivera — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 01:48:43 +0100

Towne Lake residents won’t want to miss this important community event. Scheduled for Saturday, May 1, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the great Willowbrook Mall, the Cy-Fair Houston Chamber of Commerce (CFCOC) and Sprint will present the 16th Annual Salute to Law Enforcement.

Since1994, the single largest known law enforcement exhibition has been open to the public and aimed at the families and children of local communities. The event includes officers, equipment, and exhibits from over 100 law enforcement agencies. Safety fingerprinting for children is just one of the important community services that will be provided at the event!

Willowbrook Mall is home to hundreds of shops and many restaurants, making it one of the largest and most popular malls in Houston. Willowbrook Mall is located in the heart of NW Houston at State Highway 249 and FM 1960 West. For more information on the days activities, contact the event’s founder, and Spring ISD Police Department Chief, Alan Bragg, at 281-891-6901 or visit Shopwillowbrookmall.com.

Source: Willowbrook Mall and Salutetolawenforcement.org

SUMMER DAY CAMPS PLANNED AT LANGHAM CREEK YMCA

Greg Rivera — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 21:31:18 +0100

Langham Creek YMCA is a great family resource, very close to Town Lake, providing an 11,000 square-foot newly-expanded facility as well as acres of woods for exploring. Beginning April 1, LCYMCA has several camps to consider for your children, from day camps to overnight adventures, all with the 100 year family reputation earned and maintained by YMCAs everywhere. The time to register your children is now, as spaces are limited.

The Day Camp for 5-12 year-olds has age-appropriate activities daily that are broken down for ages 5, ages 8-9, and ages 10-12. Arts and crafts, sports and general play, science, and swimming are just a few of the fun activities your children will experience.

Teen Day Camp for ages 12-14 consists of those same activities, as well, but also has strong emphasis on high-level organized activities for each themed week. Talents, physical ability, discovery, and science are just a few of the underpinnings of each week’s activities.

The older members, age 15-17, are taught to act as camp counselors. Assisting in camp activities for the younger children is a unique experience that builds character, strength, and leadership in an outdoor and challenging setting for any teen.

YMCA Camp Cullen in Trinity, TX is also available as an overnight summer camp, full of all the great activities above but stretched into the full day and evening. Your child can experience a fun one to two week stay at Camp Cullen they will never forget!

Source: http://www.ymcahouston.org/langham-creek

Northwest Assistance Ministries Resale Shop Grand Re-Opening

Greg Rivera — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 22:49:07 +0100

Northwest Assistance Ministries (NAM) has helped neighbors helping neighbors for over 26 years, making the Cypress-Fairbanks area a better place for all residents. With a group of 85 employees and over 2,000 volunteers, this non-profit organization helps people pool their resources to meet area needs reflecting the values of a community that works together to make Northwest Harris County a better place to be.

Friday February 12th NAM will hold a grand re-opening of its Community resale store at 10505 Jones Road (at Fallbrook). The store will be open from 10:00am to 5:00pm for a “Sweetheart of a sale” featuring special promotions throughout the day which include Valentine’s refreshments and a door prize drawing at 4:00pm. For every $5 a customer spends that day they will receive one ticket to enter the drawing to win a Valentine’s gift basket from HEB Vintage Park.

The community store offers gently used clothing, furniture, home décor, books and other household items to the community at great prices. This is a way for families to “get more for less” while helping fund NAM’s programs and services. NAM has two other resale shops at 3645 FM 1960 West and at 15555 Kuykendahl in the NAM building lobby. Seniors 55 and older receive a 10% discount every Thursday at all the resale shops.

While resale shops are only a small part of their many programs such as their children’s clinic, family violence center, food pantry and senior wheels, the resale shops provide the largest source of revenue, funding up to 18% of NAM’s operating budget.

In addition to offering gently used items to the public at great prices NAM also provides a program which issues vouchers to clients who can redeem the vouchers for donated good, free of charge. This is a way for families in need to get the “things” which are essential to building a home and getting “back on track.”

For more information, to learn about volunteering or to make a donation, please visit www.namonline.org

Towne Lake Booth at the Cy-Fair Home & Garden Show February 27 & 28

Greg Rivera — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 05:14:20 +0100

The Cy-Fair Home and Garden Show is fast approaching and we are pleased to announce our presence at booth number 411! Be sure to stop by for great info and opportunities regarding our beautiful water-connected community.

The Cy-Fair Home and Garden Show will feature seminars, over 200 vendors, products, great deals, and more from local home and garden experts; it's the perfect event for a Cy-Fair homeowner!

Industry-expert speakers include:

Clive Berkman - Chef, Restauranter, & AuthorMichael Garfield - "The High-Tech Texan"LaVerne Williams - Green Building Architect, Building EcologistDan Marshall - Certified Graduate RemodelerGreg Pruitt - Custom Builder & Owner of Rock-Creet Foam InsulatorsMichael Harkins - Founder of Timeless Landscape CreationsMike Landry - Host of the Bottom Line KSEV 700Dale Busic - Owner of CertaPro PaintersJim Klauck - Check A Pro President & FounderLinda Durham - Organization ConsultantPeggy McGowen - Certified Master Kitchen & Bath DesignerRandy Lemmon - Host of Houston's GardenLine radio program, KTRHCarrie Davies - Owner of Decorating Den InteriorsScotty Campbell - Corporate Executive Chef of Milestone DistributorsBrenda Beust Smith - Author, Columnist, & "The Lazy Gardener"

Ticket Prices:

Adults $9

Seniors $7

Children under 12 Free

Show Hours:

Saturday 9am-7pm

Sunday 10am-6pm

The Berry Center

8877 Barker Cypress Rd.

Cypress, TX 77433

Cy-Fair ISD Vendor Fair – Giving Fundraising Ideas for the School and Community

Greg Rivera — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 23:18:28 +0100

The Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District is full of committed teachers, parents, clubs, and organizations that seek to better the community and their children’s education. The upcoming CFISD Vendor Fair will allow them to preview a variety of fund raising options to further support their goals and missions.

The Cypress Fairbanks ISD Parent/Teacher Organization Presidents Council is hosting its annual Vendor’s Fair on February 23. This event, free and open to the public, will be held at the Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road) from 9:30am to 1:30pm.

Vendors that have been approved by the district will be present to showcase their products and services available for fundraising. This gives individuals and groups an opportunity to speak directly with vendors, to view their products and start planning for future fund raising. Vendors will be able to assist a variety of groups and organizations such as school clubs, sports associations, scout groups, school staff, day care centers, church groups and many more.

“This is for all of the parent organizations, boosters clubs, PTO’s and community groups to have an opportunity to meet with and view the products that various fundraising vendors have,” shard Pam Wells, CFISD Associate Superintendent for Facilities, Planning and Community Relations. “It is a chance for the parent support organizations to make decisions about fundraising projects they will have during the year.”

For more information please contact PTO Presidents Council Chairperson Candy McLaughlin at 281-463-8436 or visit www.cfisd.net

If you would like to become an approved vendor please contact Marty Edwards at 281-517-6366

Miss Cy-Fair Houston

Greg Rivera — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 02:08:08 +0100

2010 marks the premiere year for the Miss Cy-Fair Houston Pageant, and a Towne Lake resident could be crowned the lucky lady! The C-Fair Houston Chamber of Commerce announced this inaugural event as open to female high school students not less than 15 years of age or no more than 19 years of age as of March 27, 2010, the date of he pageant.

Towne Lake ladies are eligible, as contestants must reside in the Cy-Fair Independent School District or have a physical home address within the CFISD boundaries, be home-schooled or enrolled in a public of private school within CFISD boundaries.

Details:

A maximum of 50 contestants will be chosen, and each girl may solicit the financial support of a sponsor or pay the $250.00 finalist entry fee individually.

The pageant will follow Miss Texas USA and Miss Texas Teen USA pageant guidelines and requirements.

The ladies will be judged on beauty and poise, with the winner receiving a $1,000 scholarship.

To register, visit http://www.misscyfairhouston.com/ContestantEntryForm The deadline to apply is February 22, 2010.

Saturday, March 27, 2010 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM Copperfield Church 8350 Highway 6 Houston, TX 77095 www.MissCyFairHouston.com