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The Friendship Center Starts Pet Meals on Wheels Program
In response to a national initiative encouraging Meals-On-Wheels programs to consider assisting home-bound senior adults in feeding the four-legged residents that also occupy their homes, The Friendship Center of Montgomery County has initiated a pe Full Story
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Toll Brothers To Begin Homebuilding Program In The Woodlands
Toll Brothers, the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, and The Woodlands Development Company have announced that The Woodlands will be the first community in which Toll Brothers will introduce their homes to the Houston marketplace, according t Full Story
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Interfaith Celebration Memorable
More than 100 individuals including local officials, area business and corporation representatives, well-wishers and staff gathered for a memorable celebration at Interfaith of The Woodlands. The event featured a birthday celebration for Interfaith’s Full Story
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Kindergarten Study of Food Pyramid Benefits Interfaith Food Pantry
Kindergarten students at The John Cooper School studied the food pyramid as part of a month-long unit of study on food and nutrition. Full Story
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The Friendship Center – Cunningham Gas Build Ramp for Senior
Some kind-hearted employees of Cunningham Gas recently used their muscles and their precious time to assist The Friendship Center in constructing a wheelchair ramp for Wilson Lawson, a disabled senior in Montgomery County. Full Story
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Players “Drove” for Arts with the Fifth Annual Swing for the Arts Golf Tournament
Golfers teed off for the Fifth Annual Swing for the Arts Golf Tournament at The Woodlands Country Club Palmer Course June 8. The Pavilion Partners, the official volunteer organization of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, hosted the tournament with Full Story
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Taste of The Village
The Indian Springs Village Association (ISVA) invites everyone to be our guests on Saturday, October 17, 2009. We will celebrate the 5th annual TASTE OF THE VILLAGE event from Noon until 4:00 PM at the Indian Springs Village Shopping Center, located Full Story
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Jazzy Junque Raises Over $50,000 To Benefit New Danville
Thanks to hundreds of donated items, sponsor support, and the countless hours devoted by volunteers, New Danville raised over $50,000 during its “Jazzy Junque & Other Great Stuff” sale held this spring at Outlets at Conroe. Full Story
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HOLIDAY HOURS: The Woodlands Mall to open 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 4
For Independence Day on Saturday, July 4, The Woodlands Mall will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. On Sunday, July 5, the shopping center will observe regular hours from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. Full Story
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Interfaith’ Food Pantry Continues to Need Items
Interfaith of The Woodlands’ Food Pantry is in need of food and is asking the community to help stock its Food Pantry shelves by donating food and other nonperishable items. Full Story
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Americas Wines and Dines The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Américas restaurant recently wined and dined The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion’s Board of Directors at a reception following their May Board meeting. Full Story
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The Woodlands CVB Addresses Economic Development Partnership Luncheon Guests
The South Montgomery County Woodlands Economic Development Partnership (EDP) recently held its Quarterly Partner Luncheon at The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center. Full Story
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Nominations Being Accepted For 2009 Hometown Heroes
Nominations for 2009 Hometown Heroes are being accepted, beginning July 2, 2009. The deadline for nominations is August 21, 2009. The honor will be bestowed upon individuals and a business or institution that serve as outstanding role models for vol Full Story
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Welcome The Chamber’s Newest Board Members, Effective September 1st!
The South Montgomery County Woodlands Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that seven prominent business people have been elected to its Board of Directors for three-year terms beginning September 1st, which is the beginning of our fiscal year. Full Story
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New Patriotic Songs At The Fountains At Waterway Square
With the Fourth of July just around the corner, The Fountains at Waterway Square will be programmed with a variety of patriotic songs. Full Story
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Texas Resort Offers Budget-Friendly Summer Getaway
Looking for a summer getaway for the entire family that offers a full range of activities and the best rates in Texas? Then check out The Woodlands Resort’s Destination Fun package, which includes full breakfast for two, use of the Forest Oasis Wat Full Story
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Women's Center Goes with the Flo
Re/Max Realtor Flo Newman generously donated the use of her "Go with the Flo" moving truck while the Montgomery County Women's Center had their delivery truck serviced recently. Full Story
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Seniors Visit Hand Me Up Shop
Seniors from Copperwood Apartments/ Senior Assisted Living Center visit Interfaith’s Hand Me Up Shop monthly for bargains. Full Story
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Save Money and Help Those In Need at Interfaith with Kroger’s Neighbor to Neighbor Program
Throughout the year, Interfaith of The Woodlands participates in the Kroger’s Neighbor to Neighbor Program, and is asking supporters to re-link their KrogerPlus Card for the program’s new term. Full Story
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Market Street Announces Special Hours for Saturday, July 4
In recognition of the Independence Day holiday, stores at Market Street will close on July 4 at 6 pm. Most of Market Street’s restaurants, however, will observe normal business hours on July 4. Full Story
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Presenting Sponsors Named For 12th Annual Red, Hot & Blue Festival In The Woodlands
MICRO-MAINFRAME Consultants, Inc. and Woodforest National Bank have signed on as anchor sponsors for the 12th Annual Red, Hot & Blue Festival and Fireworks Extravaganza. Full Story
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The Woodlands Hosts Best Views For Watching Fourth Of July Fireworks
Thousands of spectators are expected to gather along The Woodlands Waterway® on Saturday, July 4, as the 12th Annual Red, Hot & Blue Festival and Fireworks Extravaganza, one of the region’s largest fireworks displays, lights up the night’s sky. Full Story
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Texas Resort Offers Budget-Friendly Summer Getaway
Looking for a summer getaway for the entire family that offers a full range of activities and the best rates in Texas? Then check out The Woodlands Resort’s Destination Fun package, which includes full breakfast for two, use of the Forest Oasis Wat Full Story
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Connect 2 Health and Crescent Moon partner for MCWC
The Wellness Center is hosting a Grand Opening fundraiser celebration benefiting the Women's Center, Saturday, July 11, 9am-5pm. Full Story
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| Events in The Woodlands |
American Heart Association kicks off this year’s Heart Walk with a good “Start!”
The American Heart Association (AHA) hosted a CEO Leadership Breakfast to kick off this year’s Heart Walk festivities. Heart Walk will take place Saturday, November 7, 2009 at Northshore Park in the Woodlands. Full Story
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Business Women’s Speaker to share tips on being thin by thinking thin
Losing weight is easy. Kelly Stallings will make that case as she shares her insights into weight management at the next meeting of the Montgomery County Association of Business Women (MCABW). Open to the public, the monthly luncheon will be held f Full Story
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Woodlands pools to host Splash Day on Saturday, July 4
This Fourth of July, enjoy free activities, free refreshments and free admission at any of The Woodlands 13 community pools with Splash Day! Full Story
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American Spirit Ignites at The Pavilion’s July 3 “Star-Spangled Salute”
American spirit takes center stage at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion with the return of the annual Star-Spangled Salute July 3 at 8 p.m. The Houston Symphony performs an array of patriotic selections at this FREE Independence Eve celebration pro Full Story
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The Friendship Center Hosts Former FDA Commissioner
“Transformation of Healthcare” will be the focus of a lecture presented by former Federal Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Andrew von Eschenbach at a program sponsored by The Friendship Center July 23rd. Dr. von Eschenbach served as commiss Full Story
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Service Men and Women to be Honored at the “Star-Spangled Salute” Concert at The Pavilion
Active, reserve and recently discharged service men and women are invited to the free “Star-Spangled Salute” concert at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion where The Woodlands Development Company and The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion will provide a Full Story
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Fly Your Patriotic Colors In The Woodlands This July 4th
With the Fourth of July just around the corner, there’s nothing like a good old-fashion hot dog and watermelon eating contest and spectacular fireworks to bring out the red, white and blue in all of us. Full Story
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Fourth of July In The Woodlands
Star-Spangled Salute – free concert on Independence Eve, July 3 at The Pavilion, beginning at 8 pm. Gates open at 8 pm for pre-concert activities including free photos with lovable mascot of The Woodlands, Puffy Pine Cone. The concert is sponsored b Full Story
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Peanut Butter & Jamm Returns to Market Street – The Woodlands
Market Street’s Peanut Butter & Jamm Series is designed to encourage children ages 3-10 to become active through music, activities and games and will take place in Market Street’s Central Park every Saturday, July 11 – August 8 from 9:30 am – 11:30 a Full Story
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The Woodlands Gears Up for the 4th of July Parade
The parade dates back to the 1980’s when it was originally organized by The Woodlands Lions Club. The South County 4th of July Committee was organized in the early 1990’s. The committee is a volunteer-based organization and is designated as a 501(c) Full Story
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The Woodlands Rotary First Annual Oktoberfest Set For Sept. 26 – 27, 2009 – Website “Live”
The Woodlands Rotary Club will present its 1st annual Oktoberfest, Saturday and Sunday, September 26 and 27, in Town Green Park along The Woodlands Waterway, adjacent to The Cynthia Woods Pavilion. Full Story
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Signatures Announces Grogan as Featured Author For 5th Event, Named as Beneficiary at May Wine Walk Auction
The Signatures Author Series committee is pleased to announce that John Grogan will be the featured author at The John Cooper School's 5th Annual Signatures Author Series luncheon scheduled for Wednesday, November 11 at The Woodlands Waterway Mar Full Story
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Class Act Productions Presents Crazy for You at The Nancy Bock Center for the Performing Arts
Class Act Productions will proudly present Crazy for You on July 17, 18, 19, 24 & 25. Crazy for You is the story of Bobby Child, a well-to-do 1930’s playboy, whose dream in life is to dance. Full Story
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| Community Associations News |
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Message from Fire Chief Alan B. Benson--DO NOT Discharge Fireworks
As we prepare to celebrate our nation's Independence, I would like to remind you of a few things to ensure your safety and the safety of our community. Full Story
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The Woodlands Fire Department acquires new mini-pumper
The Woodlands Fire Department recently purchased a new mini-pumper, Attack 101. Funded by The Woodlands Township, this economical apparatus gives firefighters everything they need to take on almost any emergency, all in one compact package. Whether a Full Story
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The Woodlands Fire Department receives grant for firefighter training
As part of a nationwide philanthropic program funded by Fireman's Fund Insurance Company, The Woodlands Fire Department recently received a $5,886 grant. The grant will enable the Department to purchase state-of-the-art computer-based emergency s Full Story
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Concert In The Park Series - Sunday Evenings at Northshore Park - Free admission
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| Community Health |
Low Cost or Free Health Care Coverage Provided by CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program)
Interfaith of The Woodlands is hosting meetings on July 9, 16, and 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. regarding CHIP, Children’s Health Insurance Program, and the new CHIP Perinatal Program. Full Story
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St. Luke’s The Woodlands Hospital Receives Chest Pain Center Accreditation with PCI.
St. Luke’s The Woodlands Hospital has recently received Chest Pain Center Accreditation with PCI from the Society of Chest Pain Centers. The hospital has integrated the industry’s best practices and newest paradigms into its cardiac care services. Full Story
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St. Luke’s First Hospital In Montgomery County To Decentralize Pharmacy Department
Pharmacists’ presence on site in ICU leads to enhanced critical care intervention, increased patient safety, and improved communication between medical staff. Full Story
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Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Wins Outstanding Cancer Achievement Award
The American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer (CoC) named Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital one of just 95 national recipients of its 2008 Commission on Cancer Outstanding Achievement Award. The award is granted to cancer programs Full Story
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Study Ranks Houston Area Hospitals Some Of The Nation’s Best Results Indicate 6,000 Lives Could Be Saved If All Hospitals Performed At This Level
The Healthcare business of Thomson Reuters recently named the hospital grouping comprised of Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital, Memorial Hermann Heart and Vascular Institute-Southwest, Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital and Memorial Hermann So Full Story
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| Town Center News |
The Woodlands Township Elects Officers for one-year terms
The Woodlands Township Board of Directors recently elected officers for The Woodlands Township to serve one-year terms through May 2010. Full Story
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The Woodlands Township Board Meeting Agenda Items from June 24, 2009
The Woodlands Township Board of Directors met Wednesday, June 24, 2009 and approved several items during its regularly scheduled public meeting. Full Story
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| People In the News |
The Woodlands Hometown Gala Honorary Chairs are Announced
George and Catherine Lindahl, community leaders and long-time supporters of Interfaith of The Woodlands, have been named Honorary Chairs of The Woodlands 2009 Celebration of Excellence gala, benefiting Interfaith of The Woodlands, according to Dr. An Full Story
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Florencia Hassey Named To Montgomery County Youth Services Board Of Directors
Florencia’s extensive business experience in finance, human resources and public relations, as well over 14 years experience in counseling and teaching in Latin America, Europe and the U.S.A., offers the MCYS Board of Directors a depth of expertise t Full Story
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Blair Elected Officer of University of Houston Board
Nelda Luce Blair has been named Secretary of the Board of Regents of the University of Houston in an election by Board members. Blair was appointed by Governor Rick Perry in 2008 to serve a 6-year term on the nine-member board. She also serves as t Full Story
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| School Days |
Seussical Cast Member, Costume Designer Awarded by National Youth Theatre Organization
Whitney Brandt, who will be a senior at The John Cooper School in the fall, has been named Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical in the 4th Annual National Youth Theatre Awards (NYTA) for her portrayal of "Cat in the Hat" in Cooper's fall Full Story
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Cooper Varsity Quiz Bowl Team Returns From Chicago as National Champions
The John Cooper School Varsity Quiz Bowl Team won the 2009 National Academic Championship. Seven team members returned undefeated from the national finals held in Chicago June 13-15; the three brackets of Nationals include over 100 of the best teams Full Story
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Cooper Chapter of Music Honor Society Inducts Students, Faculty Member
The Tri-M (Modern Music Masters) Honor Society inducted four student musicians and a faculty member into The John Cooper School chapter of the international honor society for secondary music students. Sophomores Graham Browning, Chris Demetriades and Full Story
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In the Field: High School Educators Discover Land Surveying and Mapping Industry
More than 35 high school teachers and technical/career counselors from across Texas played the role of student this week during a three-day High School Educators Retreat, hosted by Lone Star College-Montgomery's land surveying and mapping technol Full Story
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LSCS chancellor names new president at LSC-Montgomery
Lone Star College System Chancellor Dr. Richard Carpenter announced the selection of Dr. Austin Lane as the new president at LSC-Montgomery. Full Story
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| YMCA News |
YMCA Hosts Community Splash Day on July 4th
The South Montgomery County YMCAs will be open on Saturday, July 4th, 6:00am – 6:00pm. Full Story
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YMCA Summer Camp Helps Shape Personal Development of Kids and Teens, Experts Say
Decades ago, kids would take to the outdoors during the summer months. Today, many kids are more disconnected from nature and are less engaged in outside activities. According to the American Camp Association, children have lost 12 hours of free time Full Story
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YMCA Musical Theater/Performing Arts Summer Workshops
The YMCA Performing Arts Summer Workshops, for students in grades K – 12, will continue in July focusing on the popular High School Musical series. The class meets Monday – Friday, 1:30 – 4:15pm. Full Story
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Kids Triathlon Training Clinic at the YMCA Prepares Kids for Upcoming Triathlon
The South Montgomery County YMCA is hosting a kids triathlon training clinic: July 6 - 10 in preparation for the YMCA Kiwanis Kids Triathlon scheduled for August 8th. The special training camp is open to all kids ages 7 – 12. A morning and evening se Full Story
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| Real Estate News |
J. Patrick Homes Building In The Woodlands’ Village Of Creekside Park
J. Patrick Homes, a family-owned homebuilding company active in 12 communities in the greater Houston area, has begun a homebuilding program in The Woodlands’ Village of Creekside Park. Full Story
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Beusa Energy, Inc. Leases Top Floor Of New 4 Waterway Square Office Building
Beusa Energy, Inc., an exploration and production company engaged in the acquisition, development, and production of oil and natural gas properties, has leased the entire top floor of the new 4 Waterway Square Class A office building in The Woodlands Full Story
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Custom Homes Open House this Weekend
The Woodlands Custom Homes will host an open house this weekend. Two homes in the Village of Sterling Ridge will be open for viewing. One home in East Shore, the “Garden District” of The Woodlands Town Center, bordering 200-acre Lake Woodlands, will also be open. Full Story
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