City of Burleson October 16, 2009
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Greetings!
American flagsWelcome to the E-Newsletter from the City of Burleson, Texas. This E-Newsletter comes to your inbox every Friday, for free! More than 760 people are subscribers. If you've missed a few issues, go to the E-Newsletter archive on the City of Burleson web site at  http://tinyurl.com/my5ak7.   If you have questions or suggestions about the E-Newsletter or City programs, services and events, call the public information office at 817-426-9622.
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Join Burleson fire fighters in 'Cares Enough to Wear Pink' cancer awareness
The Burleson Fire Department and Burleson Professional Fire Fighters Association Local #4025 are joining with fire fighters across Texas through the "Cares Enough to Wear Pink" campaign to honor women who battle cancer. Burleson fire fighters are wearing and selling pink T-shirts that sport the National Breast Cancer Awareness Month's pink ribbon logo. All proceeds above the cost of producing the shirts will go to the Tarrant County affiliate of the Susan G. Komen For the Cure in Fort Worth. There is a limited supply. The cost is $20. The shirts will be for sale starting Friday, Oct. 16, and will only be sold through Oct. 31 at Fire Station #1, located at 828 S.W. Alsbury Blvd. Go to http://tinyurl.com/yffnkhd on the City web site for the details.
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Working the red carpet Nov. 3 raises money for local high school seniors 
Do you feel like working the red carpet? Then show up for auditions at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at Hill College at Burleson. Talent is needed to work the red carpet, pose for pictures and entertain guests for an exclusive VIP movie reception at Premiere Cinemas in Burleson on Nov. 3. You must be at least 18 years old. This is a fundraiser for the Burleson Opportunity Fund. For more, go to http://tinyurl.com/yfk48ny on the City of Burleson web site, www.burlesontx.com, or go to www.burlesonoppfund.com.
Check out Founders Day pictures Deputy and gunfighter
Have you seen the City of Burleson's pictures from the Oct. 10, 2009, 17th annual Founders Day celebration in Burleson's Old Town? Go to the City web site, www.burlesontx.com, and click on the Facebook icon on the home page. Click on "Photos," then "17th annual Founders Day" album. You do not have to have a Facebook profile to view the pictures, but you must be a Facebook user to post a comment on the City of Burleson Facebook page.
'Bride of the Monster' is Monday's Bride of the Monster'Horribly Horrible Horror' movie at Burleson Public Library
This 1955 movie, "Bride of the Monster," starring Bela Lugosi is the Oct. 19 offering in the Burleson Public Library's "Horribly Horrible Horror Monday" movie series. Lugosi's character, Dr. Eric Vornoff, is experimenting with atomic energy in a primitive laboratory in his mansion. His goal is to create an army of mutated supermen to do his bidding. But, reporter Janet Lawton starts investigating. The Monday night movies start at 7 p.m. at 248 SW Johnson Ave., and, the movies are free!
City wants you to claim your property
Claim your property! The City of Burleson is holding property that is presumed abandoned or unclaimed. The names of property owners and the claim form are listed on the City of Burleson web site by going to http://tinyurl.com/yhxmnub. Contact the City's finance department at 817-426-9650 for more information.
Library will host free Halloween Costume Party for children Oct. 28
The Burleson Public Library is hosting a Halloween Costume Party on Wednesday, Oct. 28, for children 12 years of age and younger. The free fun takes place between 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at 248 S.W. Johnson Ave. Parents will sign up to bring treats for the trick-or-treaters. For more information, call Carolyn Smith Pennington, children's services coordinator, at 817-426-9204 or e-mail cpennington@burlesonlibrary.com.
Planning for Boo Bash is in final stagesBoo Bash pink baby
The finishing touches are being made in the planning of the second annual Burleson Old Town Boo Bash. This year, the fun has been rerouted to accommodate the more than 5,000 trick-or-treaters who are expected Oct. 31. Boo Bash will go around a square bound by Eldred Street, Bransom Street, Bufford Street and Ellison. Foot traffic will be one-way to help cut down on the congestion. The fun will take place, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., and it is geared toward children from birth to 12 years old. For more about the activities, go to http://tinyurl.com/pxn3oc on the City web site.
Love in postwar Provincetown, Maytrees revised backgroundMass., is focus of The Maytrees
The Burleson Public Library will host a book discussion about Annie Dillard's The Maytrees at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 26. The book is about the love that bloomed, and persevered, between Toby Maytree and Lou Bigelow in postwar Provincetown, Mass. Copies of the book may be checked out at the library at 248 S.W. Johnson Ave. For more information, call the library at 817-426-9210 or log on to www.burlesonlibrary.com.
Learn self-defense and martial arts through community center
Interested in Tong IL Lo Martial Science? The Burleson Community Center hosts classes on Friday nights, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. with divisions for beginners and advanced belts. The Tong IL Lo Self-Defense/Anti-Kidnapping program combines Kenpo Karate, Muay Thai, Tae Kwon Do, Aikido and Jujitsu. Go to http://tinyurl.com/ydexx7t or call Master Wolfgang toll free at 866-998-6644, ext. 903.
Cody Aaron's sons at Bkfst with SantaChristmas comes to Burleson Dec. 5!
Reserve Dec. 5 for Christmas in Burleson! Saint Nick's elves will be flipping pancakes and cooking sausage by 7 a.m., and Santa will hear wishes until 11:30 a.m. at the Burleson Community Center. Tickets are $3 for children/$4 for adults in advance or $5 for children/$7 for adults at the door. The Rotary Club's annual lighted Christmas parade steps off from Kerr Middle School at 6 p.m. Two contest winners will ride with Santa, then flip the switch on the City's 25-foot Christmas tree at the corner of Johnson Avenue and Ellison Street. A fireworks show will light the sky as Santa heads to his sleigh for more Christmas wishes. For information about the breakfast and tree lighting, call the parks and recreation department, 817-295-8168. For information about the parade, call Lisa Keese at 817-447-7300.
Check out the City of Burleson's September/October Progress Report!
Residents who have accounts with the City of Burleson's utility customer service September October 2009 BPRdepartment received the September/October 2009 Burleson Progress Report in their mail. If you didn't receive one, click on the September/October 2009 Burleson Progress Report icon on the home page at www.burlesontx.com, or stop by Burleson City Hall, the Burleson Public Library or the Burleson Community Center for a free copy.
Burleson City HallThank you for your interest in what the City of Burleson has to offer you!
 
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Sally Ellertson
City of Burleson
Public Information Officer 
Check out this link to Weather Underground on the City's web site. Find  the forecast, air quality, and even see what the weather will be like for your favorite game. http://tinyurl.com/l7xabw.
 
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The City  has a Facebook page! Check it out, join the 1,180-plus fans, and tell us what you think!  Click on the Facebook button on the City web site at www.burlesontx.com.
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The 300 block of Southeast Gregory (immediately west of Irene) is closed to through traffic through Monday, Oct. 19, for construction of storm drain facilities. Detours will be in place. Street and waterline projects approved by voters in the 2005-2009 bond program are underway on Alsbury Boulevard, Irene Street and neighborhood streets. http://tinyurl.com/pzwjsm.
 
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When you turn the clocks back at 2 a.m. on Nov. 1, change the batteries in your smoke detectors too. And, participate in the semi-annual cleanup of the gravesites at Burleson Memorial Park. http://tinyurl.com/ydrugw9.
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Burleson Police officers are knocking on doors when they find garage doors open or keys left in the ignitions of unattended vehicles. It is against the Texas Transportation Code to leave a vehicle unattended without taking the keys out of the ignition. Keys are an open invitation to crime.
 
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The City will host a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Nov. 7 at the City's old service center, 133 N. Main St. From 9 a.m.-11 a.m., household chemicals will be collected by the visiting Crud Cruiser. Only material from Burleson residents is accepted. Bring a City water or solid waste bill as proof of residency.  http://tinyurl.com/y9hlxwg
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The Burleson Public Library is celebrating Teen Read Week Oct. 18-24. "Introduction to Role-Playing Games" is Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 4:30 p.m.; "Playing With Reality: How to Be An Actor," Oct. 21, at 4:30 p.m.; and, the "Pizza Party and Book Chat," Oct. 22, at 4:30 p.m. This is for teens, 12-18. Call Teen Librarian Matt Morrison, 817-426-9205.
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Taking vacation? If you want the police to watch your home, fill out a Vacation Home Check.
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Stay off the cell phone, unless you are using a hands-free device, while driving through an active school zone in Burleson. The ban is statewide.
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The Most Wanted City  Avaya phone whitephone numbers; the numbers, addresses, and hours of operation for all City facilities; and e-mail addresses for city council and management are on the City web site. Go to http://tinyurl.com/mmhcek.
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Looking for a new pet? Dogs and cats are up for adoption at the Burleson Animal Shelter.   Go to http://tinyurl.com/pnnbtt.
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Feel like watching a little softball? The City's parks and recreation department hosts an adult Fall Softball League at Hidden Creek Sports Complex. Games are Monday-Thursday, starting 6:30 p.m.-9:15 p.m. Games run through Oct. 28. Admission is free! For a schedule and standings, go to http://tinyurl.com/mqthlm.
 
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City videos boast about Burleson's good life -sporting and family
venues, public safety, housing options, and environmental awareness.  http://tinyurl.com/kmq9t2. 
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