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WINTER 2008

You are welcome to submit your local community events.

by simply emailing your entries to Elisa at elisa@brunerteam.com by the 15th of each month.

 

 

 

Store Closings

email from Michele Tucker - received 11/20/08

Stores that are planning to close after Christmas are still selling the cards through the holidays even though the cards will be worthless January 1. There is no law preventing them from doing this. On the contrary, it is referred to as 'Bankruptcy Planning'.
Below is a partial list of stores that you need to be cautious about.
Circuit City (filed Chapter 11)
Ann Taylor 117 stores nationwide closing
Lane Bryant, Fashion Bug ,and Catherine's to close 150 stores nationwide
Eddie Bauer to close stores 27 stores and more after January
Cache will close all stores
Talbots closing down specialty stores
J. Jill closing all stores (owned by Talbots) Pacific Sunwear (also owned by Talbots)
GAP closing 85 stores
Footlocker closing 140 stores more to close after January
Wickes Furniture closing down
Levitz closing down remaining stores
Bombay closing remaining stores
Zales closing down 82 stores and 105 after January
Whitehall closing all stores
Piercing Pagoda closing all stores
Disney closing 98 stores and will close more after January.
Home Depot closing 15 stores 1 in NJ ( New Brunswick )
Macys to close 9 stores after January
Linens and Things closing all stores
Movie Galley Closing all stores
Pep Boys Closing 33 stores
Sprint/Nextel closing 133 stores
JC Penney closing a number of stores after January
Ethan Allen closing down 12 stores.
Wilson Leather closing down all stores
Sharper Image closing down all stores
K B Toys closing 356 stores
Loews to close down some stores
Dillard's to close some stores

 

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

 

JVBC Waddlers and Toddlers Fall Fun

Jersey Village Baptist Church

NOVEMBER 15:

All waddlers and toddlers (babies through 3 years old) are invited to fly into the fun fall season with us at JVBC (16518 Jersey Drive) at 9:30am.  We will have fun crafts and yummy snacks for our little friends!  Don’t miss a morning of exploring God’s wonderful fall creations!  Go to www.jvbc.org for more information.

 

 

Path to the Cradle: The Greatest Gift

Jersey Village Baptist Church

DECEMBER 5 - 7:

This will be the first ever Path to the Cradle at JVBC (16518 Jersey Drive), an interactive Christmas drama depicting the events of the nativity story. The performance, executed every ten minutes through a series of interactive scenes along the church’s property, will run from Friday, December 5, through Sunday, December 7, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  Join us for Christmas carols and lights and to experience for yourself The Greatest Gift ever given!  Go to www.jvbc.org for more information.

 

      PARENTS’ DAY OUT

at Epiphany Lutheran Church

8101 Senate Ave., Jersey Village

713-896-1773    www.epiphany-lcms.org

 

DECEMBER 6:

Sat, Dec 6, Noon-4pm

Go Christmas shopping!  We watch your kids!

Lunch will be served.

Call Valerie in the Church Office for registration info.

 

 

Free “Understanding Stress” Workshop 

DECEMBER 8:

The Fairbanks Branch of Harris County Public Library is once again partnering with Dr. Sammy Tao of the Wellness Chiropractic and Rehab Center on FM 529 to offer a free workshop.  This time the topic will be “Understanding Stress.”  Dr. Tao will explain how stress can affect your body and ways to treat stress and chronic pain.  The workshop will be at the library, at 7122 N. Gessner, on Monday, December 8, at 7:00 pm.  Please register by calling the library at (713) 466-4438. 

 

Who:  Fairbanks Library & Dr. Sammy Tao

 What:  Free Workshop – “Understanding & Treating Stress”

When: Monday, December 8, at 7:00 pm

Where:   Fairbanks Branch

   Harris County Public Library

7122 N. Gessner (at Little York)

Houston TX  77040

(713) 466-4438

 

 

Calling all Aggie Moms

DECEMBER 9:

Come join members of the Northwest Harris County Aggie Moms as we “deck the halls” with Aggie Spirit on December 9 at 7:00 p.m.  Our club will be gathering for a festive social evening to get the holidays off to a joyful start. We will have an ornament exchange that evening, so be sure to personalize an ornament with “ATM”, “Howdy”, “Gig ’Em”, or any other tradition that tickles your fancy!  Come learn from the experiences of other moms who also have students at Texas A&M as you become part of the support system for this outstanding group of students. We will meet for food, fun, and fellowship at the Houston Distributing Company conveniently located near Willowbrook Mall at the corner of 7100 High Life Drive and Cutten Road, just south of FM 1960.

 

Hope to see you there!

Shelly Fine-VP Programs

832-606-8170

 

 

JVBC Student Ministry Christmas Hayride

DECEMBER 12:

All students (6th – 12th grade) are invited to attend our annual hayride.  We’ll meet at the church (16518 Jersey Drive) and travel to a Christmas tree farm on the outskirts of town.  Go to www.jvbc.org to sign up online or to download a form.

 

 

 

Living Nativity at Fairbanks United Methodist Church

www.fairbanksumc.org

DECEMBER 13 & 14:

On Saturday & Sunday (Dec 13-14), Fairbanks United Methodist Church will be hosting a Living Nativity from 7:00 - 8:30pm.  Experience the Christmas story!  See Biblical characters in costume and enjoy the live petting zoo animals from Marsha’s Zoo:  young camel, donkey, sheep and goats.  Directions:  From 290, Exit Fairbanks North Houston; South on Fairbanks N Houston at Hwy 290, Go past Home Depot.  Turn right on Stonington. See church on your left at the stop. FREE!!!! Hot cocoa too!  713-462-3206   14210 Aston Street, Houston 77040

 

 

His House Grand Opening and Christmas Eve Services

Jersey Village Baptist Church

DECEMBER 24:

Bring your family to Jersey Village Baptist Church (16518 Jersey Drive) Christmas Eve services at 5 & 8pm for a meaningful time of worship and reflection on the reason that we celebrate.  We will also be celebrating the grand opening of His House, our new state-of-the-art Worship Center on Highway 290 at the cross.  Go to www.jvbc.org for more information.

 

 

JVBC Marriage Retreat

Roundtop Retreat Center

JANUARY 16-18:

Join us for a wonderful weekend of Bible study, fellowship, and the opportunity to spend quality time with your spouse.  All couples welcome.  The weekend will cost $180 per couple.  Go to www.jvbc.org for more information or to sign up online.

 

 

Library Card Sign-Up Month

 

    September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and the Harris County Public Library wants to make sure that you and your children have the smartest card of all – a library card.  Studies show that children who are read to in the home and who use the library perform better in school and are more likely to continue to use the library as a source of lifetime learning.  You and your children can come to the library to use a computer, to check out educational books, fun books, audio books, music, and videos, or to get involved in library activities, all for FREE.

    For more information on how you can sign up for your library card, visit the Fairbanks Library at 7122 N. Gessner at W. Little York, call 713-466-4438, or see the library’s Web site at www.hcpl.net.  The Fairbanks Library’s hours are:

Monday 1 PM - 9 PM

Tuesday 10 AM - 6 PM

Wednesday 10 AM - 6 PM

Thursday 10 AM - 6 PM

Friday 1 PM - 6 PM

Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM

Sunday CLOSED.

 

 

Epiphany Lutheran Preschool & Mother's Day Out


Registration for the 2008-09 school year is under way.  Spaces for our Mother's Day Out and Preschool are limited.  We are opened for classes Monday - Friday from 9-2 PM.  If you are interested in receiving more information about our classes call (713) 896-1316 or visit us at 8101 Senate Ave.  Our website is www.epiphany-lcms.org under the ECE tab.

 

 

Joyful Noise Preschool & Mother's Day Out

 

Registration begins February 19th for the 2007-2008 school year. Space is limited and classes fill up quickly.  Preschool for 3 & 4 year-olds meets 3 days a week on Mon, Tues, and Wed from 9:20- 12:20 with an optional Lunch Bunch until 2: 20.  MDO for 3 month olds - 2 years meets on Mon, Tues, and Wed from 9:30 - 2:30. Experienced teachers use a developmentally appropriate curriculum that encourages hands-on learning.  Please stop by and visit the fantastic facility at 16518 Jersey Dr, call us at 713-466-9933, or check us out at www.jvbc.org

 

 

Foundry United Methodist Church

Preschool & Mother's Day Out

 

Foundry Preschool and Mother's Day Out will hold registration for the 2007-08 school year beginning February 19 from 9:15 - 12 noon.  Those currently enrolled and Foundry UMC church members may drop off their forms February 19 & 20.  Open registration for the public begins February 21.  Tours will be held on Mondays and Fridays at 10:00 am beginning January 5.  For further information, please call 713-937-0865x2.

 

 

Jersey Village Class of 1978

 

The Jersey Village Class of 1978 is coordinating a 30 year reunion.  If you would like more information, please contact jvclass1978@aol.com or Ginger Smith at vgs911@aol.com.

 

 

Congratulations Cy-Fair ISD

 

CONGRATULATIONS to the students, teachers and parents of the CFISD. The most recent Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) scores released by the Texas Education Agency indicated that CFISD surpassed the state's percentages in all core subject areas. An overall increase from last year's student performance, CFISD's percentages in all subgroups - African American, Hispanic, White and Economically Disadvantage - ranged a 1- to 10- percent passing rate above the state average in reading, math, writing, social studies and science.

Beginning this school year, CFISD will add an additional period to their daily schedule which makes seven classes per day. This was necessary to meet the State board of Education RHSP graduation requirement. The 2008-2009 Sophomore class will be the first group of students to graduate under the new 26 credit RHSP graduation requirement.

CFISD shows appreciation to Super Seniors. The CFISD is offering services to residents over 60 years of age at no cost through the Super Senior Card. Beginning August 1, 2008, residents 60 years or older may apply for a Super Senior Card by filling out an application on the district website at www.cfisd.net or in the Communications Office at 10300 Jones from 8am to 4:40pm. The Super Card will be effective for one school year. The card must be picked up in the Communication Office. A valid card is required. The Super Seniors cardholders will be entitled to the following services: Free admission to any CFISD athletic event in any district facility, excluding playoffs. Free admission to student fine arts performances at any district facility, excluding fund raisers. Access to high school libraries (book check-out only). Access to designated adult computer classes as space permits. For additional information, call 281-897-4053.

From the INSIDE Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District