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Movement to preserve history of curbside tiles gains traction By Betsy Denson betsy@theleadernews.com
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Although the old adage is sometimes you can’t see the forest for the trees, sometimes it’s the other way around. At least that was the experience of Joey Sanchez and his wife on a bike ride from downtown to Herman Park which took them through midtown. On Caroline Street, they took notice of the blue tile mosaic along the curb that marked the street name. Once Sanchez started to look for the tiles, they were everywhere. And the Blue Tile Project was born. As Marks Hinton noted in his book Historic Houston Streets: The Stories Behind the Names, there are still streets in the Houston Heights and elsewhere that have their name and block number in tile on the curb at the end of each block. Hinton said that the city used this form of identification from the 1920s to the early 1950s because “it was cheap, attractive, durable and easy to read.” But because drivers
in faster moving automobiles needed something more visible, street poles on signs became the norm. Sanchez reimagined a new life for the tiles but first he wanted to catalogue them for the city, so he is getting the word out on social media and visiting neighborhood groups, like at the recent Oak Forest Homeowners Association meeting. “I’ve seen over 750 submissions [of tiles],” said Sanchez, “and Oak Forest is the furthest north I’ve received. T.C. Jester has some that travel pretty far north.” It makes sense for Oak Forest to be the northern boundary for the tiles since Frank Sharp started construction on the development in 1946. Oak Forest resident Lucy Fisher Cain said she’s noticed the tiles on Brimberry, Oak Forest and Nina Lee. She attended the recent meeting and said that people were Photo by Betsy Denson Joey Sanchez visited the OFHA meeting recently to talk about the Blue Tile Project. Oak Forest is the northern boundary for these mosaic tiles.
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The bell finally tolls Heights residents concerned about the former home of the Southwestern Bell switching station might be relieved to hear the building will be revitalized and will be avoiding the wrecking ball after spending many years empty. Find out the plans for the building in this month’s Business Leaders.
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Photos by Betsy Denson Top: Volunteers dig in at the Little Free Library #2 to plant flowers and beautify the area for neighborhood readers. Left: Another assignment for the volunteers was at MANNA’s Food Bank on 34th Street where they bundled fruits and vegetables for grateful recipients. Other projects included beautification at Stevens Elementary and Black Middle School. The Animal Justice League also had an adoption center set up at Mytiburger.
Celebrating heritage Students at Travis Elementary had a unique opportunity to celebrate diversity and Hispanic roots as part of Hispanic Heritage Month and a special event at the school. Children had the opportunity to learn about people and events from Hispanic history and culture both inside and outside of the classroom.
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Leader-area residents lend helping hands to community as part of local ‘Day of Service’ By Betsy Denson betsy@theleadernews.com Jonathan Kolmetz says that he and others involved with the Leather Apron Foundation are taking a stand against ‘slactivists’. Their mission? To bring “friends and neighbors together to financially support those with the biggest need in our local community” and to “increase personal interaction among individuals in order to strengthen our network of friends and neighbors.” Kolmetz said that he and three other graduates of St. Pius X High School came up with the idea of LAF about three years ago. They take their name from the society that Benjamin Franklin founded in the 1727 which according to Kolmetz was an “organization of do-gooders” who established the first public library and first volunteer fire brigade, among other contributions. “They were an eclectic group of people who weren’t afraid to get their hands dirty,” said Kolmetz. “We are about getting our hands dirty.”
This pull-up-your-sleeves mentality was in full display last Saturday at the LAF’s day of service where more than 60 volunteers participated in projects at Stevens Elementary, Black Middle School, the MANNA Food Bank on 34th Street and the Little Free Library #2. There was also a group who went door to door on behalf of the Animal Justice League to provide information about the organization and low cost spay and neuter options. Jennifer Graves and other volunteers with the Animal Justice League also brought dogs to the command center in the Mytiburger parking lot who were available for adoption. Graves says that AJL picks up stray dogs off the streets, and provides for them no matter the level of neglect until forever homes can be found. They also have a Trap, Neuter and Release program for feral cats. Kim Antley, a volunteer with AJL, is also a key leader on the Bucket Brigade with LAF. Kolmetz says that the Bucket Brigade is the “eyes and ears” of the organization. “They are the on the school boards and the church boards,” he said. See Service, P. 2A
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Texas Department of Transportation officials confirmed that the aging bridge on Yale Street which crosses the White Oak Bayou will finally be rebuilt, starting in the fourth quarter of 2015. The bridge has received attention in the past from concerned residents and city officials alike. According to a previous article in The Leader in 2012, the bridge had been downgraded during two routine state inspections. The bridge had been labeled at one point “functionally obsolete,” and became off-limits to vehicles with heavy loads like 18-wheelers and school buses. The city did obtain fast-track funding and the bridge has been expected to be rebuilt within the following five years. Officials reportedly approved a contract for rebuilding the bridge, first built in the early 1930s, and construction will likely start in early 2016. Officials say that southbound traffic will be detoured to Heights to bypass the road closure and Northbound traffic will use Bass Court. The nearly $3 million contract will instead offer four lanes and 5-foot sidewalks both north and south.
St. Pius X starts work on new science center By Jonathan Garris jgarris@theleadernews.com Science teachers at St. Pius X High School say they are excited about their new $9.1 million Center for the Sciences and Media which school officials broke ground on last month. Trisha Dunn, a science teacher of eight years, says the new facility is a perfect example of just how much the school has continued to flourish. “Sometimes we’re limited here in our classrooms because of how old the building is and other things we don’t have,” Dunn said. “I think we’re all really excited to get the things we See St. Pius X, P. 2A
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for the school as it was held on the 59th anniversary of the founding of St. Pius X High School, and featured a blessing by Rev. George A. Sheltz, auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, during a ceremony Sept. 17. The building will feature seven lab and lecture classrooms, a modern resource center for students, a rooftop garden and other meeting spaces. Pollard said the new facility will take about a year to complete and will also offer benefits for the development of the school’s science and mathematics curriculum and will likely increase the num-
ber of teachers by a small amount. “This also gives us the ability to add more AP science classes as a lot of them require more labs that we didn’t have space for,� Pollard said. “This year we’re also offering forensic sciences, so it allows us to expand our offerings beyond AP as well.� The center also represents the final phase of the School’s Set the World Ablaze capital campaign, first launched in 2009, according to a press release. The campaign also included a new west campus entrance, renovated administrative offices and elevator access to the second floor.
they donate to each entity is between $1,000 and $1,500. “It is at the discretion of the board and is made on a case by case basis,� he said. A different approach was taken when the LAF helped the Holik family with a fundraiser to offset the medical costs for Eddie Holik’s heart transplant. In that case the LAF paid for the hall, security, and all the fees associated with collecting and processing the money so that every dollar raised went to the Holik family. With tremendous help from the family the LAF was able to raise over $30,000 for the Holiks. Last year for MANNA’s first BBQ fundraiser, LAF provided 15 volunteers, purchased all of
the BBQ and sides, and cooked and served the food for approximately 250 people. “This year we will be providing 10 volunteers at the event and donating $1,500,� said Kolmetz. LAF also sponsors community building events like the Movie in the Park at Durham Elementary which was free and held in conjunction with the school and two neighborhood civic clubs. Of their day of service, Kolmetz said he hopes it will be at least an annual event. “The First Annual Day of Service far exceeded our expectations and we couldn’t be happier with the outpouring of support from the community,� Kolmetz said.
Service from P. 1A “We organize and run events and help with strategy,� said Antley, who met Kolmetz a year ago at another fundraiser and got involved with LAF. “I really like that it stays in the community. It’s neighbors helping neighbors.� In January of 2014 LAF held its first fundraiser which benefited the family of Oak Forest Elementary first grader Matthew Garman as well as St. Pius X High School, Oaks Dads Club, and the Grace United Methodist Church Food Pantry. Kolmetz says that the LAF looks to have a meaningful impact for their beneficiaries, not a “drop in the bucket.� He said that the average amount
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m I the only person concerned that, over the past six months, our society has announced to the rest of the planet (and apparently, we can throw in Mars) that we’re cashing in our chips and shutting down? We’re not talking about economic woes, or the definition of marriage, or that Donald Trump is an actual, bona fide candidate for President of the United States. Of course, all of those are worthwhile discussions, but that’s not on the agenda. What we’re talking about relates directly to the way we, as once-known humans, communicate. Here’s what got me thinking about the demise. A couple of weeks ago, I wrote a column about Republicans and how I think the party needs to do a better job of selecting its spokespeople. In the same column, I also mentioned that I’m a fairly conservative guy and am not ashamed that I tend to favor Republican candidates in state and national elections – in local races, political party seems to matter less. The responses I got back were vicious. One lady told me I might as well change parties because
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Needed: More space in Space City THE LIVING ROOM – The couch can easily hold two, three if they squeeze. Put a mattress in the bathtub and pup tents in the backyard. This is because I am getting ready to receive some refugees, and you should get ready, too. Yes, once again America is set to host newcomers, this time from Syria, Afghanistan, Lebanon, Iraq, and possibly Oklahoma. We see on TV the literally millions of refugees pouring out of the Middle East, staggering through Turkey, Greece, Serbia, then to Germany and eventually, of course, to Texas. This is traditional. Give us your poor, your tired, your chefs and baseball players. Some 75,000 refugees have arrived in Houston in the last 35 years. Houston has been the Number 1 city for refugees in the past two years. And among the states, Texas is also Numero Uno in receiving refugees the past two years. Follow me as we whittle down these numbers. According to U.N. data, between 2010 and 2014 – before this latest deluge -- the U.S. alone resettled 71 percent of all refugees. Out of every 1,000 refugees resettled by the U.N. around the world, more than 700 came to America. All 50 states received some, and 75 of those 700 will end up in Texas, according to U.S. State Department numbers. More of those will come to the Houston area than to anywhere else in Texas: The state health services department reports that nearly 40 percent of Texas’ refugees land in Harris County. This means that Harris County alone welcomes roughly 30 of every 1,000 refugees that the U.N. resettles anywhere in the entire world. According to the Houston Chronicle: “This is more than any other American city, and more than most other nations. If Houston were a country, it would rank fourth in the world for refugee resettlement.” But wait. That number might increase. President Barack Obama has said that the U.S. would take at least 10,000 Syrians displaced by their war. That’s five times the 2,000 the U.S. accepted this year. Wait again: Now the U.S. says it will accept 85,000 refugees from around the world next year, and that total would rise to 100,000 in 2017. Most of the additional refugees would be Syrian. Others would come from strife-torn areas of Africa. According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, Harris County received refugees from 40 different countries in fiscal year 2014. The Houston ISD reports its students speak some 94 different languages. These newcomers are in addition to the flood of others making an end run around the established immigration quotas. We’ve long had an express lane for Cubans. Then there were the Vietnamese. By 1981, Houston had the largest Vietnamese population outside of California. In 1990 there were 31,056 ethnic Vietnamese in Harris County. As of the 2010 U.S. Census, the figure was 80,409. Next came refugees from our latest foreign adventures. Apparently half the population in Iraq served as interpreters for U.S. forces there, and now face retribution from Al-Quida. This group wants to get to the head of the line for resettlement in the U.S. Meanwhile, in Afghanistan, it seems every other male over 15 worked for the U.S, and fears etc. etc. It is estimated that 250,000 Katrinians fled to Texas, mostly to the
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shots at me, I realized they had no idea my intent was to suggest improvement in what amounts to my own party. And the reason they didn’t understand my intent relates to a much larger issue in the specter to communication. Follow this journey with me, if you’ve got the time. In the beginning, our history books show us these wonderful discoveries of stone walls where cavemen – or cavepeople, if we’re going to be PC here – sketched exquisite pictures of shapes and tigers and the lunar moon. However many years later, maybe a couple, we became civilized, developed languages and plucked bird feathers to dip in mastodon blood, stealing sheets of papyrus wood to write in real-live letters. That’s when civilization really took off. Our sheets of papyrus became thinner and thinner, we threw out the ridiculous concept of cursive writing, and we even found white dye to make our black ink easier to read in print. Gutenberg printed the Bible in the early 1400s, using real-live letters, and in the 1600s, newspapers were introduced to the blob of
land that would eventually become North America. For about 400 years, communication continued to evolve. Smart people wrote long books, and our society embraced all the knowledge we could muster from many of the classics still on our shelves today. There’s a reason we usually say a good book is much better than a movie. One of those smart book writers, Alexis de Tocqueville, spent about a billion words in 1835 to offer his thoughts on Democracy in America, and among his many observations, “The average age of the world’s greatest civilizations has been 200 years.” What de Tocqueville didn’t know was this great civilization would begin to erode because we decided reading and writing with thoughtful words and sentences was apparently too exhausting. First, we invented telephones so we could stop writing and just blabber in Ma Bell’s ear. Then, we invented radio, so we could listen to other people read. Then, we invented TV so we could watch other people read. And most recently, our technology and society has become
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Dear Editor: Thank you Mr. Garris for holding HISDB members accountable for their actions in the consideration of renaming six Houston high schools. One point that I have not heard mentioned is that although slavery of any peoples is evil, how about focusing on the positive aspect as it applies to the black community today: would they be in this country today and as American citizens if their forefathers had not suffered for them? The sins of this country 200 years ago made America what it has become…remorseful. Where is the forgiveness from those black people who continue to condemn? Lucy
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Houston area. Today, 10 years later, 40,000 of them are still here. Immigrants from south of the border have always come -- and stayed. But Texas holds a particularly warm spot for youngsters from ravaged lands. They have fled the gangs, the drug lords, extortion, the midnight shootings and kidnappings. to ford the river and arrive in Texas. I wouldn’t want to live in Chicago, either. Youngsters also pour in from Central America, and of the estimated 58,000 who came to the U.S. last year, 40 percent arrived in Texas. They have been duly handled by ICE, appeared before a judge who told them to come back at a certain date to be told their fate. Thus far 80 percent have never been seen again. Today one out of every four residents in Harris Count is foreign born – and I don’t mean Californians. “We have too many immigrants,” as Marco Rubio told Ted Cruz. Yes, the U.S. has the most generous immigration quotas on earth. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2013 the U.S. immigrant population stood at more than 41.3 million, or 13 percent, of the total U.S. population of 316.1 million. Between 2012 and 2013, the foreign-born population increased by about 523,000, or 1.3 percent. U.S. immigrants and their U.S.-born children – aka anchor babies -- now number approximately 80 million persons, or one-quarter of the overall U.S. population. This figure includes the legals, the illegals and the ubiquitous “political asylum” seekers who now include victims of spousal abuse. Incidentally, how many refugees from this latest group have been accepted by the Muslim states besides Jordan, Turkey and Lebanon or Israel? None, or nada as we say in Walmart. Still, some like to get here a bit faster, they simply wade across the Rio. Also, ICE estimates – good luck – of the 11-million illegal immigrants in this country, fully one-third arrived here perfectly legally, as tourists, or on student or temporary work visas. Then they just disappeared. This enormous influx of permanent visitors has caused changes in Texas’ demographics. Now we have Mex-Tex restaurants, and schools teach EOPL -- English as Other Peoples Language. We have Ethiopians to do the jobs Guatemalans won’t do. Our newcomers say, “As-salamu alaykum.” Peace be with you. We answer: “Take off your thobe and slowly back away,” because some fear that these new Texans, mostly of the Syrian persuasion, may include Al-Quida or ISIS terrorists. We should ask them when they arrive, “Have you ever been a suicide bomber? Are these hand grenades in your suitcase? Obviously they aren’t cans of deodorant. Complete this sentence: Death to _______. That’s close enough. Come on in. As-salamu alaykum.” Ashby migrates at ashby2@comcast. net
so animated that Twitter will allow us to write, but only if we can do it in 140 characters or less, which means we don’t have to read very much ever. Now that Twitter and Facebook have been around a few years, it seems our communication has literally circled back to whence it began. If you haven’t heard of emojis, well, your children will smiley-facetongue-out you later. An emoji is what Forest Gump invented when he fell in some mud and a smiley-face appeared on his T-shirt. He made about a million dollars doing it, and what we didn’t know is that, in 2015, our language could actually be written in emojis. A news website called Billy Penn in Philadelphia covered a political debate using, get this, cartoon pictures. So I ask, society? Do you not see the concern? Our language has literally evolved from pictures to papyrus letters to printing presses to books, to phones, to radio, to TV to – you guessed it – pictures. We’re right back where we started. And it’s no wonder people have a hard time reading an 800-word column these days. Email jonathan@theleadernews.com
Dear Editor: Quakers are an invasive species over much of North America. They have been well established in the Northeast for years, with large colonies in New Jersey and New York. Houston winters are nothing for these guys. They are one of the few colony nesting parrots. Sometimes their “apartment complex” nests get so large that they take down electrical or phone lines when they build them up in the poles. They are a significant enough problem that California has banned them from the pet trade for decades in order to avoid feral colonies being established. Lastly, budgerigar refers to the little Australian parakeets that are in every pet store, not this species. Lee Young
Dear Editor: On the passing of The Dutchman, a ‘near’ northwest Houston institution for decades, I just wanted to say thanks to previous owners for keeping a true ‘ice house’ open through good times and bad. I have enjoyed the ambiance and atmosphere of The Dutchman since I was eight years old, being taken along after Sunday Mass at St. Rose. Thanks to all of those I have met and shared stories and longnecks with, hope to see you at other area establishments. Only other comment to former owners; it would have been nice to have released the news of the sale a bit earlier( just a one day notice), so that more present and former patrons could have gathered for a proper last toast, but I’m sure they had their reasons for the quick exit! R. Bement
Reagan High School name change costs taxpayers
Dear Editor: With all the problems HISD is having educating kids, need for funds, etc. Just imagine how much it will cost the taxpayers to effect this change over. It is inane, a political move. I thought the board members were elected to educate and not politic. My wife was a trustee, back in the late 80’s and poliitics cost the tax payers millions of dollars in bond costs because of politics. I’d say EDUCATE, the kids need it more than ever in today’s environment. Please don’t change our schools name. Joe Wright
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Neighbors: National Night Out is Oct. 6, send your stories By Elizabeth Villareal elizasgarden@outlook.com
Happy anniversary and congratulations to our parents Susan and Larry Porterfield upon reaching a huge milestone - 30 years of marriage! We love you - Laura, Eliza, Leah, and Trent. Best wishes and hats off to Jacob Leighton who was graduated from Naval Officer Flight School in Pensacola, Florida, on Sept. 25. His next duty station will be Norfolk, Virginia, where he will actually get to train in the aircraft to which he is assigned, the E2. Jacob’s proud parents are Roy Dean and Pam Leighton. Congratulations to Clint and Renata Holland who celebrated their first wedding anniversary on Sept. 20. The Hollands currently reside in Shepherd Park Plaza. As you may know, many of our neighbors on the north side of the Leader delivery area gathered at Mytiburger this past Saturday morning for The Leather Apron Foundation’s Day of Service and enjoyed a kickoff breakfast. Several improvement and beautification
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projects were lined up already for the volunteers such as work at Black Middle School, Stevens Elementary School, MANNA, Robbie the Reader Little Free Library, Oak Forest Beautification, and Animal Justice League (which was set up at Mytiburger). At noon, all the folks gathered at Mytiburger where Mytiowner Shawn Salyers served up burgers and a smile for lunch for the volunteers. The Stevens Elem. group painted walkway poles to look like multi-colored pencils with a silver-style eraser at the top. Volunteers on this project, led by school librarian Leslie
Novak, were: Mark Novak; David Lorms; Jonathan, Kristi, Benjamin and Jackson Kolmetz; Ditrik, Carol, Erik and Logan Tosh; Elliot Scheirman; Ashley Johnson Mark; Henry Devlin; Jennifer Barrientez (School Principal); Rosalie Bell; Maria Dominguez; Cheryl Pickering; and Debby Raybon, in addition to a few others including teachers and counselors from Stevens. Volunteers at Black Middle School led by Tim Weltin were: Cayce and Elena Carlsson; Anne, Eddie, Bailey and Benton Holik; Chloe Madore; Allison Tignor; and Carla and Taylor Salaun. Volunteers rocking the MANNA Food Pantry were: Aleah Arredondo; Mary Margaret Carroll; Karen Farris; Justin Gordon; Jessica Grahmann; Mildred Grahmann; Brian, Jackie, Brooke & Brian Wisnoski; Bethany Pennington; Grace Pennington; Patricia Thomas; and Sandee Trevino. Robbie the Reader Robot’s Little Free Library crew gathered on Blanton in Kim Yrose VonBruno’s yard where Robbie resides. Volunteers on this project were: Sigifredo, Maria and Maritza Cabello; Robert
Hayes; Brenda Thompson; Lauren Simpson; Traci Lester-Henderson; and Bruce Malcolm. Animal Justice League held an adoption event at Mytiburger as a community outreach project. Volunteers and Board members (AJL) were: Holly Crawford, Sandry Francis, Jennifer Graves (AJL), Jennifer Hayes (AJL), Lacy Hudson, Diana McAllister (AJL), Jordan Tucker, Kelsee Tucker, Amanda van Adrichem (AJL), Kare Znoj and Lara Zsohar. Kudos to the LAF Bucket Brigade for planning and executing this event! Angela Pennington, Shauna Tysor, and Kim Antley are the Bucket Brigade. Jonathan Kolmetz is president of the Leather Apron Foundation (“LAF�) and Brian Wisnoski and Melinda Gleghorn are also LAF board members. Get ready, get set, National Night Out! Tuesday, Oct. 6 is National Night Out from 6-9 p.m. NNO is celebrated throughout America as an annual “Give neighborhood crime and drugs a going away party.� This is the perfect opportunity to meet your neighbors
Reader’s question breeds some concern Dear Tabby, I’m considering breeding my beloved female Boxer. She’s got a great temperament and she’s beautiful--I just know that her babies would be just like her. What are your thoughts on this? Longing for a litter in Lazybrook Dear Longing for a litter, Whew, boy. My faithful readers know that I preach spay/neuter and adopt, adopt, adopt almost every week, so your question flies in the face of everything that I hold dear. That said: There are many people who breed their pets and live to tell about it; however there is so much to consider and, it’s not always as easy as you might think. When some people think about breeding their pets, the first thing they think about is how adorable the offspring will be. Many people also assume raising puppies or kittens is a fun experience. Though this is true, there is a lot of time, work, and cost
involved in producing healthy offspring for potential owners. Dr. Stacy Eckman, clinical assistant professor at Texas A&M’s College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, recommends that owners first consider finances before choosing to breed their animal. “This is not a money-making endeavor for most people. If there are no complications with the pregnancy itself, which can be quite costly, owners are still responsible for the medical care of the litter until they are old enough to go to new homes,� Eckman says. “It is a lot of work, even when all goes according to plan.� Besides the time commitment, owners should also consider the health and physical condition of their pet. There are many diseases and inherited deformities that can be passed from the mother and father to the offspring, so it is important to have your pet evaluated by a veterinarian prior to breeding. Remember that testing should also be done on both the male and female to ensure a healthy litter. “There are many, many congenital and inherited problems,� said Eckman. “If you are thinking of breeding your
pet, consult your veterinarian for known disorders and how to best avoid them. Some of these cannot be screened for, but there are screening tests for many genetic disorders.� Though unhealthy pregnancies can occur, they are often preventable through a few simple steps. Talking to your veterinarian about proper diet and expected delivery dates can be very useful, as well as what to expect if this is your pet’s first pregnancy. If it is your pet’s first pregnancy, they may not understand what is happening during the birthing process. Your pet may become very protective of herself and her new babies, so monitoring her from a distance may be more suitable for her condition. It is also important that you understand the timeline of the birthing process so you can identify anything abnormal. “It may take up to two hours between births,� said
Eckman. “If the mother is not attentive to the puppies or kittens, you will have to clean them and tie off the umbilical cord. Typically the mothers eat the afterbirth; this is normal.� Though choosing to breed your pet can be a rewarding experience, there are many factors like cost and time to consider. Eckman reminds pet owners that there are many puppies and kittens already living in animal shelters and encourages pet owners to think very carefully before breeding.
and promote unity in the fight against crime in our community. Fill a cooler with cold drinks, make a snack to share (or not!), grab your insect repellant and a lawn chair, turn on your porch light from 6-9 p.m., and go join your neighbors! This is your chance to compare grilling skills and sangria recipes. All of the neighborhoods in our community are planning various gatherings, so ask your
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The Obituaries. Shirley Corene Boatman, 86, born Feb. 26, 1929 in Portage, Wi., died Sept. 23. Boatman graduated from Huntington Park High School in 1946. She attended Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing in St. Louis, Mo. and graduated in 1950. She then moved to Houston and worked at Texas Children’s Hospital. While working there she meet Shannon M. Boatman. They were married on Nov. 26, 1953 at St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Houston. They were married just shy of 63 years. Survivors include her husband Shannon M. Boatman, sons Shane D. Boatman and Shawn D. Boatman, brother Gene Dierker, four grandchildren, and one great-grandson. Gerrie Cass, 89, born Aug. 26, 1926 in Houston, died Sept. 24. She graduated from Jeff Davis High School where she loved and participated as a Carlton Cadette. Cass was employed as a secretary for Prudential Insurance Company for 35 years before retirement. She is survived by her children Lori Creppon and Mark Cass. Robbie Lynn Cordrey, 65, born June 12, 1949, died Sept. 19. Inez Gebhard, 90, born Dec. 28, 1924, died Sept. 20. Gebhard be-
came a member of Bethany Lutheran Church in 1952, and was an active member of the Bethany Lutheran Ladies Circle and Sewing Circle. She was also a member of the Good Samaritan Auxiliary and the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League. Gebhard was an employee of Walgreens at Northline Mall for five years and Berkey Photo for 10 years. She is survived by her son Rick, daughters Janice Reisig and Carlene Wolfram, nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Lutheran Church, Lutheran High North or a charity of one’s choice.
James Francis Meisetschlaeger, 73, born June 29, 1942, died Sept. 21. Meisetschlaeger was a Vietnam Veteran who served in the U.S. Army. He gave 38 years of service to the Port Terminal Railroad and was also an Elder at Gethsemane Lutheran Church. He is survived by his loving wife, Sharon Meisetschlaeger, children Michael James Meisetschlaeger, Amanda Ruth Hill and John Francis Meisetschlaeger, siblings Susanne Spindler, Sidney Meisetschlaeger and Iris Meisetschlaeger, and two grandchildren. JoAnn Edwards Noland, 83, born Feb. 20, 1932, died Sept. 19. Noland graduated from Incarnate Word Academy and retired from Spring Branch Memorial Hospital as a Certified Medical Staff Coordinator. She is survived by her children, Tim Noland, Pat and Holly Noland and Mark Noland; siblings, Carolyn Foster, John Edwards and Michael Edwards, five grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Johnnie Joseph Sicola, 86, born Jan. 20, 1929, died Sept. 24. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Florence Bilski Sicola, children Sammy Ike, Patricia Cunningham and Sara Zinn, two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Miguel Curie Ysrael, 74, born Sept. 8, 1941 in Manilla, Philippines, died Sept. 15. He graduated from LaSalle High School in Manilla. He received a bachelor of science in Chemical Engineering from Santo Tomas University, Manilla PI, and received a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Texas A&M. Ysrael is survived by brothers, Alfred and Simon Ysrael, sisters Adela Gruber and Yvonne Ysrael.
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COMMUNITY DANCE SPJST Lodge 88 The SPJST Lodge 88, 1435 Beall St., will host Joe Valentino “Sock Hop,� ‘50s and ‘60s music, from 8-11:30 p.m. Oct. 2. The cost is $10 per person. The Moonglow Orchestra (Big Band) is from 8-11:30 p.m. Oct. 3. The cost is $15. Dress code required. Reservations are suggested. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. Information: 713-869-5767, lodge88.org. BUFFALO BAYOU PARK’S GRAND OPENING Come celebrate the grand opening of Buffalo Bayou Park, 4500 Memorial Dr., from 1:30-9:30 p.m. Oct. 3. This free event will highlight various destinations and amenities in the 160-acre park. Enjoy a day full of activities ranging from walking tours, lectures, children’s crafts, recreational opportunities, delicious food, live music and programming that will showcase Houston’s diverse arts community. Information: buffalobayou.org, 713-752-0314. CIGNA SUNDAY STREETS Washington Avenue Cigna Sunday Streets kicks off
the Fall 2015 season by going back to Washington Ave. With no cars on the road, you’ll be able to walk, run, dance bike or play in the streets with friends, family and neighbors. The event will be from noon-4 p.m., on Washington Ave. between Westcott St. and Heights Blvd. Information: gohealthyhouston.org. DOGGIES WHO BRUNCH Canopy on Montrose Canopy on Montrose, 3939 Montrose Blvd., rated as one of Houston’s Best for Power Breakfasts by Zagat, will host Houston’s first ever dog brunch, Doggies Who Brunch, from 9:3011:30 a.m. Oct. 4. The free event will feature a full brunch menu for humans, special brunch items for dogs and a brief presentation by Sparkle Posh Pup and Taylor Brione Ballard of Pretty Pink Living. Doggies brunch for free, but all humans must purchase their own brunch. To RSVP, visit bit. ly/DoggiesWhoBrunch. AARP MONTHLY MEETING AARP Chapter 1265 The monthly meeting will be held at 10 a.m., Oct. 5, in the community room at 1520 Candle-
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Pancake breakfast at St. Matthew’s The monthly Free Pancake Breakfast will be Oct. 3, 8:3010 a.m., in the fellowship hall. A menu of pancakes, sausage, eggs, fruit and breakfast drinks will be served. The Lydia Circle will host a soup and salad luncheon at 11:30 a.m. immediately after Sunday School Oct. 4. Proceeds from the luncheon will go toward kitchen equipment and new paraments for the sanctuary. This a donations only event. St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church is located at 4300 N. Shepherd Dr. Call 713-6970671 or visit www.stmatthewsmethodist.org for information. Family movie night at St. Stephen’s All are welcome to attend Family Movie Night, Oct. 2, at 6:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall. Admission is free. Popcorn and lemonade will be provided. Bring pillows and blankets. Families are welcome to bring their pets to Candlelight Park, 1520 Candlelight Ln., on Oct. 10, at 10 a.m. for a Blessing of the Animals. Children are also welcome to bring stuffed animals. St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church is located at 2003 W. 43rd St. For information, call the office at 713-686-8241 or visit www.stsumc.org.
Blessing of the Animals at St. Andrew’s St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 1819 Heights Blvd., will host a community Blessing of the Animals Sunday, at 4 p.m. Oct. 4, on the front lawn. All are encouraged to bring their pet for a blessing in commemoration of Saint Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals. All animals must be leashed or appropriately restained. Attendees are also encouraged to bring a donation of pet food (canned or dry) for the animals served by aniMeals on Wheels. A celebration with food and drink will follow, along with children’s activities and live music by Lords of Kool. Call 713-861-5596 or email www.saecheights.org for information. Wellness Workshop at Garden Oaks Church of Christ The community is welcome to the 2015 Wellness Workshop at Garden Oaks Church of Christ, 4926 N. Shepherd Dr., from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 10. Dr. Baxter D. Montgomery of Montgomery Heart and Wellness is featured, speaking on Food as Medicine. Workshops include “How to eat out successfully,� “Let’s talk about cancer,� “Eating healthy on the run� and “If you plant it, it will grow.�
light Dr. The special guest is Sabriana Strawn of the Alzheimer’s Association. The meeting is open to anyone 50 or older, and will be preceded by a meet-and-greet at 9:30 a.m. Information: 713-6811133. WELLNESS WORKSHOP Garden Oaks Church of Christ Boost your Health IQ and focus on good nutrition at the 2015 Wellness Workshop, from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 10, at Garden Oaks Church of Christ, 4926 N. Shepherd Dr. Workshops include “How to eat out successfully� and “Work your body.� The workshop is open to the community. The $7 registration fee includes lunch. Registration deadline is Oct. 1. Visit website to register. Information: www.gardenoakscofc.org. FOOD, WINE AND FUNDRAISING Monte Beach Civic Club and Lemond Kitchen Come out to Lemond Kitchen, 612 Archer, for a night out from 6-10 p.m. Oct. 10, to benefit the Montie Beach/Brookesmith new landmark signs. The cost of admission is $50 and includes creole lite bites, two alcoholic beverages, commemorative wine
glass, sample brews from Town in City Brewery and goodie bags. To purchase tickets, visit website. Information: www.montiebeach. org. WOMEN OF WELLNESS St. Joseph Medical Center St. Joseph Medical Center announces its new Women of Wellness program, a health and social program to empower women as healthcare consumers. WOW launches on Oct. 15 with a health fair and dinner program featuring a keynote address by Dale Smith Thomas. The health fair and expo will be from 4-6 p.m. and dinner and keynote is from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency, 1200 Louisiana St. Tickets are $25. Information: www.sjmctx.com/wow. LEGIONNAIRES STEAK NITE American Legion Post 560 Come by for a great meal at the American Legion Post 560, 3720 Alba. Steak dinners will be served Oct. 16, from 6 p.m. until sold out. Information: 713-682-9287, www.americanlegionpost560.org. FALL FAMILY FUN DAY Memorial Hermann Northwest Memorial Hermann Northwest,
Lunch, featuring a food demonstration, is included in the $7 registration fee. Deadline to register is Oct. 1. To register, email www.gardenoakscofc.org. MANNA hosts Denim and Diamonds MANNA’s second annual barbecue and auction – Denim and Diamonds is Oct. 10, at the Houston Liederkranz Hall. Two community icons, Gatlin’s BBQ and The Telstars, are teaming up for one fun-filled evening of dinner, dancing, and a silent auction. Ticket information and sponsorship opportunities can be found at https://mannadenimanddiamonds.eventbrite.com. Tickets can also be purchased at the MANNA Resale store located at 1806 W. 43rd St. Proceeds from the event will help families in the community become self-sufficient. Money Matters, a free financial literacy class is available the first and third Wednesday of the month from 6-7:30 p.m. (Spanish classes are from 12:30-2 p.m.) at St. James Lutheran Church located at 1602 W. 43rd St. Call 713-504-5486 or email pdornak@gmail.com for information.
8421 W. Montgomery, will hold their Annual Fall Bazaar from noon-7 p.m. Oct. 18. Festivities kick off Friday, Oct. 16 with a Zydeco Dance featuring Step Rideau and the Zydeco Outlaws, from 8 p.m.midnight. Tickets are $10 presale and $12 at the door. Super Bingo is at 2 p.m. Oct. 18, in the St. Monica church hall. For information, call 281447-5837 or email stmonica@ sbcglobal.net.
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Annual Fall Bazaar at St. Monica St. Monica Catholic Church,
Guide (Disciples of Christ)
1216 Bethlehem at Ella Blvd. (713) 688-7761
Sunday Worship - 10:30am Bible Study: Wednesday Noon - 1:30pm Bible Study: 2nd & 4th Tuesday 7:00 - 8:30pm
Sunday School 9:30 AM Morning Worship10:45 AM
Pastor Don Joseph Member of MANNA Visit us on FaceBook www.oakscchouston.org
Reverend Noelie Day
(713) 682-2556 1576 Chantilly @ Piney Woods www.oak s p r e s b y t e r i a n . o r g
WEDNESDAYS
September 16-November 11 • 9:30-11:30am CHURCH OF THE APOSTLES • 1111 W. 14th Street
GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN CHURCH 4040 Watonga • 713-688-5227 Reverend John Cain, Pastor Worship Services 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Sunday School & Bible Classes 9:15 a.m. Preschool Program • Mon. - Fri. 9-2 p.m. www.gethsemanelutheran.org
Hear The Gospel - Mark 16:15; Roman 10: 14-17 Believe The Gospel - John 8:24; Hebrews 11:6 Repent - Luke 17:3-5; Acts 17:30 Confess - Mathew 10:32; Romans 10:9-10 Be Baptized - Mark 16:16; Acts 2:38; 22:16; Col 2:11-13 Live Faithfully Till Death - John 8:31; Revelation 2:10; Hebrew 10:23 The Norhill Church of Christ is a non-denominational church located in the near north side of Houston in the inner loop 77009 area. It has operated as a church of Christ since 1927, it is located at 634 West Cottage on the corner of West Cottage and Reagan streets. The Norhill Church of Christ teaches only the Bible, without reference to any man-originated creed. Bible study services for all ages are held at 9:30am Sunday mornings. Sunday morning Worship begins at 10:15am. Sunday evening worship is at 6:00pm Wednesday evening worship and Bible study is held at 7:30pm. Norhill welcomes everyone to attend worship or Bible study to learn more about the truth of the Bible.
www.noRHiLLCoC.oRG
FAIRBANKS ANIMAL CLINIC WWW.FAIRBANKS.VETSUITE.COM 7151 Fairbanks N. Houston
(713)-937-7274
(1 mile North of HWY 290)
TRACING THE PAIN Chase Baker, D.D.S.
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patient has an excruciating pain in his mouth. He thinks he knows exactly where it comes from. He naturally expects the dentist to treat the bad tooth and send him on his way. Unfortunately, it’s not always that simple. Finding the source of the pain can be more of a problem than you would think. Because there are so many nerves in and around the mouth, the pain impulse may get jumbled on the way to the brain. Often, the discomfort seems to come from an area some distance from its real source. This phenomenon is known as referred pain. Pain from a bad tooth can seem to arise in front of or behind it, or even from the opposing jaw! Rather than rush in and treat the suspected cause of the pain, your dentist will probably perform a few tests to be sure. Be patient, as pain can be fickle. Your dentist wants you to be free of all pain; however, they also want to be sure that the problem they treat is the proper source of your discomfort. Prepared as a public service to promote better dental health. From the ofďŹ ce of: Chase Baker, D.D.S., 3515 Ella Blvd., 713-682-4406.
MESSAGE OF THE WEEK
Only Faith will change the heart
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he Bible tells us that God wants us to share the gospel with all mankind, and that whoever believes and is baptized will be saved. (Mark 16:15-16) The way we live our lives, along with our actions and words, can be a great witness for the love that our Lord has for us. For the true religious believer, however, to anyone who is stuck in the immanence of their common everyday lives, these transcendent experiences might seem a bit odd. Whenever we feel the urging of the Holy Spirit to speak out on our religious beliefs, we shouldn’t shout or try to force anyone to have a religious experience or expect them to accept something which we may believe with all our heart. The quiet example of our faith, like that of the small, still voice is likely to have a bigger and better impact on them. Some people are going to resist almost anything we tell them, but that doesn’t mean they are not listening. We can be a messenger for God, but it is the Holy Spirit who will change a person’s heart. But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth. New K.J.V. Acts 1:8
1822 W. 18th
it is the norhill Church of Christ.
Member of MANNA
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TO REGISTER: www.cotahouston.org Limited childcare available with registration Questions: 713-862-0200
You are cordially invited to the church that can guide you in what you must do to be saved.
NSAIDS are non-steriod anti-inďƒ&#x;ammatory drugs. They have great beneďƒžts for the majority of patients but have risks for a few, (especially if used improperly). Common over the counter Human NSAIDS such as Ibuprofen, and Naproxyn (common names Advil and Aleve) are extremely toxic to pets. Kidney damage or gastrointestinal ulcers/perforations are expected adverse effects. Aspirin is less dangerous in dogs but is not recommended because any NSAID when given within days of a better anti-inďƒ&#x;ammatory drug (steroid or non-steroid) will GREATLY INCREASE ADVERSE EFFECTS. These over the counter drugs can also kill you if you don’t read the labels. Never take different anti-inďƒ&#x;ammatory drugs within days of each other!! Choose only one drug and use the lowest, least frequent dose to appreciate the desired beneďƒžt. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is not an NSAID but a small dose will kill a cat, as will Aspirin. Cats are not small dogs and dogs are not little people. Certain Human drugs, foods or supplements can kill pets. There are FDA approved NSAIDS that are speciďƒžc for dogs. They are tested to be effective and safe (if used properly!). There has been a great learning curve with these drugs and many fatal mistakes have been made in the past, If your dog does not feel good after starting any new drug, Stop and call the doctor. These Wonderful Drugs will extend quality of life for most dogs but do not experiment with them on your own. Follow your doctor’s advice closely and read labels thoroughly on all drugs before giving or taking them.
West 34th St.
(Between Ella & T.C. Jester)
New Beginnings Happen Here
A weekly biblically-based teaching for moms in all seasons of raising children. Come be nurtured and discuss issues with moms who have the same age children as you! Led by Teresa Glenn (www.celebratethefamily.com)
Not Enough Said about NSAIDS
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Oaks Presbyterian Church
The Will: Ours, Theirs and God’s.
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games and giveaways, play in the pumpkin patch and hay maze and view creations by local artists. There will be free parking. Information: 713-222-CARE.
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ChurCh THE PEACEFUL MOM
1635 N. Loop W., will be hosting Fall Family Fun Day from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 24. Attendees can visit with Life Flight crew members, take part in tailgate
Sunday - Bible Study For All Ages .. 9:30am Morning Worship............ 10:45am Age Graded Zones ...........6:15pm Wed. Prayer Meeting & Missions Organization .....................6:15pm Dr. John W. Neesley - Senior Pastor
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Candlelight Church of Christ Join us for Services in English or Spanish
A House of Hope and Prayer in the Heart of Houston Rev. Elizabeth Grasham
Sunday Worship 10am & 5pm Sunday Bible Classes 9am Wednesday Bible Study 7pm
4215 Watonga Blvd. • 713-681-9365 Houston, TX 77092
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The Classifieds. Wanting to run a classified ad? CALL 713-686-8494 Monday - Friday. We accept credit cards.
RVS/BOATS/ CYCLES
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Family EstatE salE
GaraGe Sale
MANNA - DONATIONS AND VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Your neighborhood thrift store appreciates any and all donations. We can arrange pickup for large items or large donations. Call 713-686-6440 or donate at 1806 W. 43rd St. Thank you. (TF)
1317 Overhill
Friday - Oct. 2 9am-3pm Saturday Oct. 3 9am-3pm
5814 Autumn Forest 8:00am - ??
Forest West Subdivision off Antoine behind FoodTown
Furniture, antiques, accent tables, china cabinet, shelving, glassware, pictures, kitchen misc., linens, albums, ladies plus size clothes, Books, Books & more Books
SATURDAY, OCT. 3, 8 A.M.: 1431 Woodcrest, Oak Forest. Details Craig’s List. Vintage tools, sports memorabilia, fishing, records, Sci-Fy books, movie posters. No toys, no clothes, no children.
GaraGe Sale
6227 Autumn Forest
RUMMAGE SALE: Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 7901 Westview at Wirt (in Spring Branch), Friday, Oct. 2, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 3, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Clothes, hardware, home dÊcor, dishes, children’s miscellaneous.
(Forest West Subdivision)
Sat 10/3 8am-?
Household items, TV stand, generator (7W), A/C window unit, lawnmower, barely worn shoes and clothes
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EstatE salE 5515 Hewitt Dr. 77092 Fri & Sat Oct. 2nd - 3rd 9am - 5pm
House bulging with collectibles, Fostoria, Milk Glass, Fenton, Chickens, Dept. 56 houses, Hoosier, Goat wagons, Boyd’s Bears, windmills, kitchen and household items, holiday decorations, books, LP records and much more. Shop full of hand tools and Shop Smith woodworking items and saws. All glassware and chickens 20% off.
Multi FaMily GaraGe Sale
YARD SALE: 736 W. 27th St., Saturday, Oct. 3, 8 a.m.1 p.m. Lots of fabric and quilting supplies included.
2007 Wilde Rock Way (77018) Oct 2nd, 3rd, & 4th 8am-3pm Cash Only!
Designer Items, Vintage Clothing, Jewelry, Shoes, Handbags, Furniture, Books, Plates, Pictures.
ESTATE SAlE Saturday Oct. 3rd
Moving Sale
Park Shadows Apts. 7200 Shadyvilla Ln. Houston, TX 77055 Sat 10/3 7am-?
Huge estate sale
9am - 4pm 3920 Brookwoods Dr.
Saturday Only October 3rd 8am-12pm 4411 Fallbrook
Antiques, Quilts, Furniture 60s-80s Albums, Paintings, collectables. Dealers Welcome.
Furniture, 2 patio umbrellas, firepit. Tons of books, cookbooks & stuff
2,7000 sq ft home full of quality furniture, antiques, art and much more.
5051 Oak Shadows 77091 - Near W. T.C. Jester & Pinemont Thurs-Sat 9am-5pm Sunday 11am-3pm
Best Massage In Houston! MED./SURG. NURSE POSITION AVAILABLE: BSN preferred with BLS. Night and day shift positions available. 713-867-2317.
MECHANIC WITH EXPERIENCE on Econoline vans needed. Experience with A/C, alternators, brakes and suspension. Tools required. Salary commensurate with experience. 713-681-3600. (TF) IN SEARCH OF: Carpenter/ all around handyman. Own transportation. Good pay. 713-695-2377.
When you want results, advertise in The Leader.
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Part-time, Full-time Retail Merchandiser and line production Call for an appointment
BUS DRIVERS NEEDED FOR CHURCH SHUTTLE: Approximately six hours a week. Must have CDL and passenger endorsement. Call 713-681-3600. (TF)
DRIVERS/OWNER OPS: Local work. Home daily, benefits. CDL-A, one year experience, great driving record. Sunsetlogistics. com. 281-693-4587 or 888215-4285. (10-10)
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Local area accounting firm seeking a full time Accounts Payable clerk.
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$10 WILL HIDE YOUR UGLY ELECTRICAL CORDS with decorative cloth covers. Charlotte, 713-694-0003.
Part time and Full time FOR SALE FOR SALE Care Associates
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WE BUY/SELL GUNS: Top cash paid. FFL concealed handgun classes. 713-6944867. (TF)
THE FOAM STORE
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Must have experience dealing with seniors. BLUE MOON ANTIQUES: Antiques and collectibles. Providing estate sale services. 3311 Ella. 832-2867882. www.bluemoonantiqueshouston.com. Like us on www.facebook.com/ bluemoonantiques houstontx. (TF)
713-686-6622
Johnny & Rhea Danna, Owners RETAIL CENTER www.thefoamstore.com WHOLESALE PRICES
2121 Pinegate Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Job Fair Sat. Oct. 3rd 9am 949 Wakefield Dr.
Memory Foam Mattresses the
FOAM store
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“He who has something to sell and whispers it into a well, is not as apt to get the dollars as he who stands up tall and hollers.� Advertise!
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COMPUTERS
ADULT CARE
Home, Small Ofďƒžce Computer Repair
COMFORT KEEPERS: Inhome senior care services, 713-974-6920. Call today to schedule a free in home consultation. (TF) LOOKING FOR LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER to support two adults and two dogs in the Heights. Garage apartment provided. 832314-5122.
IF YOU NEED HELP WITH YOUR LOVED ONE, CALL BETTY: 713-699-1077. House cleaning. References.
AFFORDABLE SENIOR CARE: Companionship, light housekeeping, meal preparation, medication monitoring, transportation. 713-956-8183, 24/7. (1024)
Most of us that bring you The Leader live right here in your community and we appreciate you reading it every week. Thanks.
WORK WANTED FOR SALE
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TOP CASH PAID FOR YOUR GUNS: FFL concealed handgun classes. 713-694-4867.
We Buy Guns!
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CARPET & FLOORING ALL OF YOUR FLOORING NEEDS: Installation, sales and service‌yours or mine. Carpet restretch and repairs also. Call Sam, 713-5825500. (TF)
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Fall is here, bringing Bi-Annual Art Opening at Winter, Spring, Silo Studios A change of season is definitely upon us. Traditionally, new art appears in galleries, invitations are stacked up with multiple events on the same dates and Christmas decorations are fighting for display space with Halloween decor. I’m both thrilled and angry about this weekend of events; the First Saturday Arts Market takes over my entire Saturday and I miss the plethora of art events that happen at the same time. The big one is the Bi-Annual Art Opening at Winter, Spring, Silver and now Silo Studios.
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The studios are fairly close, but take the bike cabs to get to and from Spring Street 1824 Spring St. I always start at Silver Street Studios and if I was going, that is where I would start. They have big parking lot off of Silver, and the address to the main entrance is 2000 Edwards, Houston, TX 77007. First Saturday Arts Market will be well represented at the opening too - Hege Nolop at Silver St in studio 215, at Winter St.; April Murphy #33, Vincent Fink # B8; Rhonda Lanclos #18, and in the Silo - Monique Weston in # 308. Drop in on my friend Nicola Parente, he’s in #15 at Winter Street Studios. Nicola’s urban inspired expressive abstract paintings are amazing, and so is his resume, which is why it is so cool to have these studios next door to us in the Heights. Now if I can just get them to change the date on some of these events ‌ For more information visit www. artsdistricthouston.com and each studio can be found by name on Facebook. Find me and three dozen artists at First Saturday Arts Market this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. between Gen’s Antiques and YogaOne Studios at 540 W. 19th Street. At lunchtime, a local music group calling themselves
The event will take place Saturday, October 3, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. at all four studios with over 300 artists participating. The fun part about these events is the artists open their doors so you can walk in and view their new work, talk and buy. Many of these artists are represented by galleries locally and nationwide. There are light bites and tasty adult beverages offered at all the studios and you can hop on a pedi-cab to go between the all the buildings. This is also the first time the public is invited to tour the new development that I mentioned here before, The Silos on Sawyer. The Art by Janet Roe.
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This weekend: the grand reopening of Fitzgerald’s Just over a month ago, I talked about Pegstar’s final show at Fitzgerald’s and many thought the music would end there, but that’s the farthest thing from what is about to happen. A new Oakie is in town - Lauren Oakes to be exact. Oakes is the new general manager and managing partner that will assume operations with Graham Williams from Transmission Events. You might recognize that name, as Transmission puts on Fun Fun Fun Fest in Austin and is responsible for bringing some of the best acts into the city and state. In a press release, Pegstar said their final farewell to Fitzgerald’s and explained their departure and progression to their new venue - White Oak Music Hall. The previous tenants aren’t the only ones with new plans, though. Transmission Events have been renovating Fitzgerald’s since Pegstar turned out the lights. A beer garden, additional parking, better restrooms, new air-conditioning and sound system are just a few of the plans in the works for Fitz. Now for the good stuff. This weekend will be the grand re-opening of Fitzgerald’s with Mr. Bun B headlining and special guest Def Perception. Catch the show at 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3, at Fitzgerald’s - 2706 White Oak Dr. 77007. Tickets are still available, starting at $23 for general admission. Visit www.ticketfly. com/purchase/event/942111 to grab tickets. Oktoberfest at Karbach If you’re wondering when and where you can catch the next Oktoberfest in Houston, Karbachtoberfest is happening all day, every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday from Sept 24 - October 18. Commemorative glass mug and ceramic steins available for with tour package, along with German fare, live music, and festivities. Karbach is located at 2032 Karbach St. 77092. Texans vs. Falcons away tailgate party This weekend the Texans face the Falcons at noon, on Sunday, Oct. 4. Ladybird’s will be hosting a tailgate party starting at 10 a.m. The Ladybird’s crew will have a cook-off featuring some of Houston’s more serious grillers and you get to vote on who has the best wings. Karbach will be onsite with plenty of beer and funds raised from the cook-off will go towards The Robert Garner Firefighter Foundation.
Photo by Christina Martinez Transmission Events will host their grand reopening of Fitzgerald’s on Oct. 3.
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Oak Forest resident named Acting Dean at LSC-North Harris satellite campuses For The Leader Lone Star College-North Harris recently announced that Kelly Jacobs was named Acting Dean of Instruction at LSC-Greenspoint and Victory Centers, the college’s two satellite centers. Most recently, Jacobs was an associate professor of political science and was lead faculty for several academic disciplines. He also served as a compliance officer and faculty liaison for Student Learning Outcomes, assessment and reporting, for the political science department. “As Acting Dean of Instruction at the LSC-Greenspoint and LSC-Victory Centers, my goal is to enhance the effectiveness of faculty and staff in order to fulfill the mission of the college,” said Jacobs. “I want to provide the best learning experiences possible to our students so thatthey can achieve their highest potential and forge their own future on their own terms as educated and empowered in-
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dividuals.” Jacobs, who lives in Oak Forest, is also actively involved with the students on campus. He was previously the faculty advisor for Brother for Brother, a male student organization at LSC-Victory Center, and currently facilitates student involvement at a community garden in partnership with a local community center. In August, Jacobs was appointed to serve on the newly formed Lone Star College Civic Engagement Committee, established to
foster ongoing connections between Lone Star CollegeNorth Harris and its service area communities of Aldine and Spring. Jacobs holds a Master in Liberal Arts in political science and a Bachelor of Arts in political science from the University of St. Thomas. He currently is a doctoral candidate in educational leadership and higher education administration at Sam Houston State University. Prior to joining Lone Star College, he worked as an adjunct professor at the University of St. Thomas, Houston Community College and San Jacinto College. Kelly also completed internships for Representative Chris Bell and for Mayor Bill White’s Office of Government Affairs. Lone Star College-North Harris is located at 2700 W.W. Thorne Drive, one-half mile south of FM 1960 East, between Aldine-Westfield and Hardy Roads. For more information about the college, call 281-618-5400 or visit LoneStar.edu/NorthHarris.
Tiles from P. 1A receptive to the project. “I was excited because it is fun to highlight Houston’s past and have young residents be a part of the city’s history,” she said. “Being a native Houstonian, I love Houston and our past history.” The photos that tile spotters send in are featured on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, and Sanchez says that each platform is developing its own Blue Tile community. The locations are being mapped as well. So what’s after the documentation phase? Sanchez hopes that people will reimagine with him what can be. “It doesn’t have to be a corner where they show up,” he said, noting the Blue Tile street sign that the Alley Theatre recently erected. There’s a campaign in the works to raise money through Kickstarter or other means to get the blue tiles
in other places around town. Sanchez has a tile manufacturer and tile masons in the wings to supply tiles to those who may want to lay them into the curb in their own neighborhood. “It’s comparable to the cost of spray painting your number,” said Sanchez. “If we could revamp a whole neighborhood, it would be exciting and unique.” The last step would be a local business initiative where homegrown businesses would get the tiles as a certification of their Houston-ness. “It starts a conversation – ‘what is truly local?’” said Sanchez. “If you were established here in Houston, you’re local to Houston.” Sanchez envisions the tiles at coffee houses and local boutiques. “Keep Austin Weird and I Love NY are both local business initiatives that turned into something else,” said Sanchez.
Formerly in oil and gas, Sanchez recently moved into a position as a public policy analyst at the Greater Houston Partnership. The new gig will hopefully help his passion project gain visibility. “I see [the project] as a connecting agent,” he said, noting that it would allow neighborhoods to retain their individuality while sharing a common thread. “Let’s fly the flag of Houston,” he said.
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