YMCA Musical Theater/Performing Arts Summer Workshops
If your child dances, sings and enjoys entertaining the family then this program is for him/her!
Looking for some creative activities for your child during the summer? Have a child that loves to sing or perform or a child that needs help coming out of their shell? Check out the summer performing arts workshops available at the YMCA.
The South Montgomery County YMCA will be offering weekly Performing Arts Workshops during the summer, for students in grades K – 12. Starting June 7th, the weekly class meets Monday – Friday, 1:30 – 4:15pm. Students will study and perform age-appropriate dramatic and musical selections from everything to Beatles, Hannah Montana, Elvis, Grease, High School Musicals, Camp Rock and more. A live performance is scheduled for parents and guests on Friday following each session. The instructor, Susie Rogers is YMCA Arts & Humanities and National Dance Institute Certified as well as Disney trained.
San Jacinto College Fine Arts Center Presents, "Cinderella"
Country Star, "Sammy Kershaw" Performs At Local Benefit
YEE HAW dig out your cowboy boots!
Rotarian Dr Ben Thomas shared a great opportunity for an upcoming event which benefits Tomball Regional Medical Center and the ECHO Foundation to be held Saturday, July 17th at Tin Hall located at 14800 Tin Hall Road, Cypress 77410. From 7 - 9 pm The Hickory Barn will serve a BBQ dinner followed by a 9 pm concert by country star Sammy Kershaw. Tickets can be purchased online at www.tomballhospital.org/echoFoundation_events.html or by calling the ECHO Foundation at 281 401 7928 or at the door. You won't want to miss this wonderful evening while benefitting a worthy cause. I hope to see many of you there!
Grand Opening Celebration, “Forest Full of Fun”
Creekside YMCA Outdoor Adventure Center
Bring the family, invite your neighbors and join the Forest Full of Fun on June 5th! The Creekside YMCA Outdoor Adventure Center is located at 6464 Creekside Forest Drive. For more information on the Grand Opening, YMCA Membership, Summer Day Camp and Summer Programs, please call 281-367-YMCA or visit www.ymcahouston.org/south-montgomery-county/
The community is invited to the Grand Opening of the New Creekside YMCA Outdoor Adventure Center. The new center is one of the most unique YMCAs anywhere in the country and the grand opening celebration will be just as unique and special. This is a BIG event you don’t want to miss.
Celebrate with us at the “Forest Full of Fun Grand Opening Celebration”, 3:00 – 9:30pm, Saturday, June 5th. You have to see it for yourself. It is a YMCA unlike any other!
Free Family Fun for all ages, the festivities will reconnect kids and families with nature. Activities will include petting zoo, camel rides, pony rides, archery, alpine tower, live entertainment on the outdoor stage, jousting, face painting, balloon art, mascots, moonwalk, climbing wall, wax hand booth, thumbprint art, caricature sketch artist, pottery art, food and beverages, ReMax Hot Air Balloon, magic show, puppet show, door prize drawings, guided tours, one day membership promotion and much more. The evening will conclude with an outdoor family movie in the amphitheater and S’Mores in the outdoor fireplace beginning at 8:15pm. Families will have the opportunity to decorate hand painted tiles that will be later hung as artwork throughout the facility as part of the Grand Opening Celebration. Grand prize drawings include Complimentary 12 month YMCA Family Memberships! The longer you stay and the more you participate, the more chances you have to win. AND. . .the first 500 families will receive a commemorative t-shirt – limit 2 per family. The fun begins at 3:00pm with a brief ribbon cutting ceremony.
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It’s not too late to sign up for Summer Day Camp
RIDDLE TO FILE BALLOT SECURITY INITIATIVE
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Lone Star College to Host Information Sessions On Alternative Teacher Certification Program
The sessions will be held as follows:
- Tuesday June 8, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., LSC-University Park, 20515 SH 249, University Room (Bldg 11, first floor)
- Tuesday July 7, 5:30-7 p.m., LSC-CyFair CENT 152
- Tuesday Aug. 5 p.m.-6 p.m. LSC-University Park, 20515 SH 249, University Room (Bldg 11, first floor)
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JEFF DAIELL TO ADDRESS SPRING-KLEIN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ON JUNE 1ST
Chamber Co-Founder Candace Runaas Labels LP
"Major Political Party"
The Public is invited
begin at 12:10 PM), will be held at:
6068 FM 2920
Spring, Texas 77379.
Daiell will present "
Respecting the Rights of Individuals," an introduction to libertarianism, with an addendum about local home rule.Ken Petty, who arranged the event, said: "When you critically look at what candidates say they will do and then compare it to their track records, you will find huge gaps between the two. I call it an integrity gap. Jeff Daiell, although lacking a track record in office, backs up what he says he will do by living out his example in his private life as a citizen. When you line up the claims, plans and promises of each of the gubernatorial candidates, the realistic choice to get Texas back on track and on sound financial footing is Jeff
Daiell."
"The Libertarian Party is the third-largest political party in the State of Texas," said Candace Runaas, co-founder of the Spring-Klein Chamber of Commerce, "We believe it is imperative to introduce our members and the community to people of influence within the major political parties to facilitate educated dialogue on the various political viewpoints
Pictured Above: Jeff Daiell with Stephanie Zachry
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For Those of You That Have Such A Problem With This Whole Texas Text Book Issue
It Starts Here!!
This meeting will be held at The Klein Central Office located at 7200 Spring-Cypress Road in Spring/Klein Texas 77379.
Back on Track
Due to the decline in the global economy printing of The Tomball-Spring Times was suspended in 2009. Amazingly our readership has been maintained via this site
Great News!!!
The Community has expressed a strong interest for the return of the printed version of The Tomball-Spring Times.
We need your help as well as your support.
Future print date is July 2, 2010 and will continued to be released on a biweekly bases thereafter.
For interested advertisers, we are offering FREE ADVERTISING in the very first reprinted edition. For more information, please contact me directly.
Lets serve The Tomball-Spring Community together
Thank you,
Ho Ho Ho Santa Claus is Coming to Spring
“Christmas in July” will come to Augusta Pines on July 31 this year, sponsored by the Spring-Klein Chamber of Commerce.Enjoy great food, an outstanding speaker, a silent auction, and other lively entertainment. It will truly be a night to remember!
That night the historic first edition of the Spring-Klein Chamber’s membership directory will be distributed along with the evening’s program. If you are in attendance, you will get yours first.
Companies or groups will have the opportuntity to sponsor a table for $500, and benefit from signage on your table and special recognition at the event. What a great way to promote your business!
Individual tickets can be purchased for $60 each for members ($65 for non-members).
For a limited time only, the early-bird discount price for individual tickets is $50 each for members ($55 for non-members). Order today and save!
To order your table or individual tickets today, click on the link below or go to the Chamber’s web site www.springkleinchamber.org Pictured:Representatives withSenator Dan Patrick's OfficeCelebrating Christmas in July 2009
Teen Activities in June at the Barbara Bush Branch Library
- June 7 Teen Craft – Beading – 4:30-6:00 PM (MUST register) Call 281-376-4610
- June 14 Ani-Monday: Origami – 4:30-6:00 PM
- June 21 Teen Craft – Clay – 4:30-6:00 PM (MUST register) Call 281-376-4610
- June 28 Ani-Monday: Anime & Snacks – 4:30-6:00 PM
- 5:00-6:00pm - Chess & Go Club and Movie Night 6:15-8:45 PM
Teen Game Day
- June 10 Wii Games 4:30-5:30 PM
- June 17 Vintage Games 4:30-5:30 PM
- June 24 Black Light Games 4:30-5:30 PM
- June 11 Teen Craft: Scrapbooking 12:00-1:00 PM
- June 25 Teen Craft: Sharpie Tie Dye 12:00-1:00 PM (MUST register) Call 281-376-4610 Bring a white item to tie dye.
Saturday:
- June 26 Henna and Indian Dance (MUST register) 1:00-4:00 PM Call 281-376-4610
See You There!!!
Did I mention...
IT'S FREE!!!!!!
Additional Activites In June Provided by The Barbara Bush Local Library
Grand Opening Celebration, “Forest Full of Fun”
South Montgomery County YMCA Creekside Outdoor Adventure Center
Saturday, June 5th, 2010
The South Montgomery County YMCA is coming alive with adventure as the staff and crew prepare to open the New Creekside YMCA Outdoor Adventure Center! The community is invited to Come See and Experience the New YMCA and to Celebrate with us at the “Forest Full of Fun Grand Opening Celebration”, 3:00 – 9:30pm, Saturday, June 5th. You have to see it for yourself. It is a YMCA unlike any other! Free Family Fun for all ages, the festivities will reconnect kids and families with nature. Activities will include petting zoo, camel rides, pony rides, archery, alpine tower, live entertainment on the outdoor stage, jousting, face painting, balloon art, mascots, moonwalk, climbing wall, wax hand booth, thumbprint art, caricature sketch artist, pottery art, food and beverages, ReMax Hot Air Balloon, magic show, puppet show, door prize drawings, guided tours, one day membership promotion and much more. The evening will conclude with an outdoor family movie in the amphitheater and S’Mores in the outdoor fireplace beginning at 8:15pm. Families will have the opportunity to decorate hand painted tiles that will be later hung as artwork throughout the facility as part of the Grand Opening Celebration. Grand prize drawings include Complimentary 12 month YMCA Family Memberships! The longer you stay and the more you participate, the more chances you have to win. AND. . .the first 500 families will receive a commemorative t-shirt – limit 2 per family. The fun begins at 3:00pm with a brief ribbon cutting ceremony.
In addition to the outdoor activities, there will be a vendor fair inside the YMCA Lodge. A variety of vendors including jewelry, arts/crafts, pottery, accessories, children’s gifts, sculptures, candles, YMCA Summer Program Information etc . . . . will be available for your browsing and shopping enjoyment. If you are interested in participating as a vendor please contact Roxanne Davis at rdavis@ymcahouston.org
Naturally alive with adventure, the new Creekside center offers a world of free and natural play, just like when you were a kid. Here kids can climb high atop a tree house or climb under the sanctuary
PICTURED: Some of the unique amenities featured at the new Creekside YMCA Outdoor Adventure Center. 50 foot Alpine Tower, Tree Houses, Outdoor Amphitheater, and Tipi Village.
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Students Can Earn Money for Taking Their GED Practice Test
Students can earn money for taking a GED Practice Testing through Pearson VUE Testing Network at Lone Star College-Tomball
Lone Star College-Tomball has been chosen
by Pearson VUEfree GED practice test.
The primary goal of the pilot is to determine equivalency of
computer-based tests and paper-based testing scores.
LSC-Tomball’s Testing Center will also begin to understand how
test-takers respond to technology in real time; how the process of
registration can be made easier for test-takers; and how quicker access
to reliable data and reporting can benefit the jurisdictions, the
test-taker, and the testing center.
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MARTINEZ FISCHER ADMITS HE’S NEVER READ RIDDLE’S BILL
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Almost two weeks ago, Representative Trey Martinez Fischer was mad as a wet hen when CNN cancelled our on-air debate, but he insisted that I was the one who was chicken.
He boasted to news outlets that my legislation was “weak,” that my “inability to debate this issue speaks for itself,” and that he could get more votes for ... << MORE >>
LSC-Tomball Students Recognized as Model UN ‘Distinguished Delegation’
The highlight of a trip to the Big Apple for most college students is usually an elevator ride to the top of The Empire State Building or achieving face
time in the crowds of The Today Show. But for four Lone Star College-Tomball students, this month’s journey to New York was an opportunity to compete with more than 5,000 students from around the world as an international diplomat.
LSC-Tomball students Anna Bakharyeva, Durell Forte, Dillon Norton and Ruth Jones joined six other Lone Star College System students, Keelie Barrow, Angela Shively, Guy Hawkins, Crystal Lovelady, Kerstin Alander and Maryam Reihani, as participants in the 2010 National Model United Nations-New York (NMUN-NY) Conference.
The NMUN is the largest of the collegiate simulations of the United Nations and aims to educate participants about civics, effective communication, globalization and multilateral diplomacy, said LSC-Tomball Political Science Professor David Birch, who serves as a faculty sponsor along with Professors Peggy Lambert from LSC-Kingwood and David Kennedy from LSC-Montgomery. Participants research a country, take on roles as diplomats representing their assigned country, investigate international issues, debate, deliberate, consult, and then develop solutions to world problems.
This year’s Lone Star student delegation – representing the Ukraine – not only worked together to draft resolutions providing sophisticated remedies to global problems, they also were honored with a Distinguished Delegation award. Pictured from left to right at the 2010 Model United Nations-New York Conference are Durell Forte, Anna Bakharyeva, David Birch, Ruth Jones, Dillon Norton.
From more than 300 schools (predominantly four-year colleges and universities from around the world) sending delegations, the LSC-Tomball delegation was among only 10 percent to be recognized with an award.
“Our students worked with and competed against students from the University of Essex, the University of Bonn, the University of Colorado,Rider University, Renmin Unviersity of China, Loyola University of Chicago and the University of Washington, just to name a few,” said Birch. ”But, it was our students who came home with the recognition and we are very proud of their achievement. These students reflect the commitment to academic excellence and the work ethic that we are all committed to at the Lone Star College System.”
LSC-Tomball student and Delegate of the General Assembly Second Committee Ruth Jones said the project was among the most intense she has participated in, yet the most rewarding.
“I came back from New York with a new overwhelming amount of respect for what the United Nations does – making our world a better place for people facing extreme poverty, destruction and life threatening situations,” said Jones.
Jones said the Model UN follows exactly the same processes and procedures that they do in the real United Nations and that participants are considered to be a United Nations delegate from “the very first meeting you attend.”
“We had to negotiate and work with other countries from all around the world in order to push forward the issue we felt was most beneficial to our country – the Ukraine – while also considering what could positively impact the other countries we were working with.”
“You have to be able think on your feet and work as part of a team with countries that may not see your way of thinking at first,” Jones said. “But once you can see everyone moving forward in the right direction together, it is so rewarding.”
LSC-Tomball student Durell Forte, who is also a published poet about to release his second published collection, said his invitation to participate in the Model UN was “too good of an opportunity to pass up.”
“The opportunity that it gave me both as a man and a student of LSC would only open doors to new things, both in my personal and educational career,” said Forte. “One thing that the conference really brought to the forefront for me the importance of unity – not that I didn’t think it wasn’t important before – I was just able to see it in action.”
Jones said she is thankful that LSCS provides its students the chance to attend.
“Participation in the Model UN is just another of many of the very amazing opportunities Lone Star College offers their students that help them grow not only in their education capabilities but also as people.”
Lone Star College-Tomball is located at 30555 Tomball Parkway in Tomball.
With more than 62,000 students in credit classes in spring 2010, Lone Star College System is the second largest and the fastest-growingcommunity college system in Texas and the largest institution of higher education in the Houston area. LSCS consists of five colleges including LSC-CyFair, LSC-Kingwood, LSC-Montgomery, LSC-North Harris, and LSC-Tomball, six centers, LSC-University Park, LSC-University Center at Montgomery, LSC-University Center at University Park, Lone Star Corporate College, and LSC-Online. To learn more visit LoneStar.edu.
Mayor Annise Parker to Kick-Off National Salvation Army Week at City Hall
Today, Monday May 10, 2010, Mayor Annise Parker will kick-off National Salvation Army Week by presenting The Salvation Army Greater Houston AreaCommand with a proclamation in honor of its 121 years of service in the Greater Houston region at Houston’s City Hall Rotunda, at 2:00 p.m. The proclamation will be presented on behalf of the City of Houston, and will be accepted by Houston’s Area Commander for The Salvation Army, Major Chris Flanagan. National Salvation Army Week begins May 10th and runs through May 15th, and is celebrated across the United States in hundreds of cities and towns. The weeklong observance is time to honor the faithful ministry of The Salvation Army in Houston and across the world, and was first inaugurated by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1954.
Spring Texas Produces Another Successful Event!!!
Residents of the communities of Spring and Klein enjoyed the convenience of fun right in their backyard this past Saturday, May 1, 2010. The Spring-Klein Chamber of Commerce (SKCC) along with HEB's new 2920/Spring Cypress Location, IBC Bank, Chick-fil-A, First Victoria Bank and several other local businesses participated in the 2nd annual Spring Carnival, conveniently located in the Spring Town Center at 5905 FM 2920 (at Kuykendahl) .
The Spring Carnival serves as an opportunity for local businesses to connect with the community. With the continued growth of the Spring-Klein community, the SKCC supports and encourages local business, as well as residents, to participate in local events that further the economy of our communities.
Families and children experienced a treat when HEB's own life size Grocery Bag danced right along with the always popular cow, representing Chick-fil-A. An additional surprise was the appearance of Bernard the Saint Bernard, a member of the up and coming Heroes Hip Hop Hurray, which provided an educational opportunity for kids to learn about safety.
Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts recognizes Klein Oak student
Spring-Klein Chamber of Commerce Invites Local Businesses to Join The "TEAM"
SKCC members welcome Shaida Dezfuli, Senior Transportation Planner with the Houston-Galveston Area Council as their May Luncheon Speaker and invite's the community to join them. The Luncheon will be held at the Spring Creek BBQ, located at 6068 FM 2920, Spring, TX 77379. Please visit the chamber on the web at www.springkleinchamber.org
Ms Dezfuli will discuss The Regional Transit Framework Study which is a year-long study that will identify and prioritize future transit needs for the region and will be incorporated into the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) through the year 2040. The study uses a needs-based planning process and engage transit stakeholders, including local governments and the public, throughout the study process. Specifically, the effort includes a detailed level of analysis of current and future transit system plans and needs, and provides recommendations for a regional decision-making framework to guide future transit policy decisions. Furthermore, it is intended to foster connectivity between activity centers, enhance community mobility through a variety of modes, and create a vision for a model regional transit network.
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