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Greetings!
We're breaking boundaries in Precinct 4! Now that we've reached mid-summer, I want to remind you how easy it is to canoe, kayak, and experience your Precinct 4 parks. Families, groups, and individuals can now reserve guided activities and equipment online nearly every day of the week through our Trails As Parks division at no cost. Never again allow a lack of equipment or experience to hold you back.
Our barrier-free parks also give children of all abilities the chance to interact and play together in a safe environment. These playgrounds are something every parent can feel good about while they're truly a blessing for the children who need them most.
Precinct 4 also has one of the most active Senior Adult Programs around. Anyone 50 years of age and better can sign up for complimentary and low-cost bus trips across southeast Texas. That's something to get excited about! Read about all these amenities and more in this edition of E-Corner.
Don't forget to access past issues of Commissioner's E-Corner on the Precinct 4 website. When you visit Precinct 4 online, you can also learn more about the road projects taking place, as well as the upcoming events at Precinct 4's community centers and parks, and Senior Adult Program activities through Fun4Seniors.
Sincerely,
Commissioner R. Jack Cagle
Harris County Precinct 4
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Precinct 4 expands recreational activities for all ages.
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Precinct 4's mobile recreational unit is bringing archery, canoeing, geocaching, and more to a park near you. View upcoming events and register for Precinct 4's Trails As Parks program at www.hcp4.net/TAP.
"We have activities geared to families, school children, and working adults scheduled at convenient times throughout the week and weekend," said Monte Parks, TAP educational programmer. "No matter your age or schedule, there's an event for you."
Events change throughout the year and may include stargazing, camping, birding, junior canoe training, bike riding, and more. Visitors may also search for upcoming events by category, location, activity, or date by visiting Precinct 4's Trails As Parks page online.
Precinct 4 Commissioner R. Jack Cagle wanted to expand already popular Precinct 4 programming and create new activities, such as archery lessons, using existing amenities.
"We provide everything you need. You can't find a program like this anywhere else in the county," said Commissioner Cagle. "We're offering individuals the chance to use Precinct 4 equipment and learn new skills at nearby parks at no cost."
No specialized equipment or fees are required to participate. Each event is held at a different Precinct 4 park under the guidance of science experts, naturalists, anglers, and archery instructors.
Covering more than 3,800 acres of greenspace, Precinct 4 spans two greenways along Spring and Cypress creeks. As Precinct 4 works to connect more parks across the precinct, recreational opportunities will continue to grow. Find more Precinct 4 recreational activities online at www.hcp4.net/TAP or visit the parks page at www.hcp4.net/Community/Parks.
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Inclusive Playgrounds Serve Children of All Abilities
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Precinct 4 features barrier-free playgrounds
at Lindsay/Lyons and Matzke parks.
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Get out and explore more of Precinct 4 this summer! With two barrier-free playgrounds, Precinct 4 makes it easy for children to enjoy quality recreation no matter their needs.
The playgrounds, located at Lindsay/Lyons Park in Humble and Matzke Park in Cy-Fair, both include sensory gardens for sight impaired children, wheelchair-accessible ramps, shade toppers, space nets, Sway Fun gliders, and inclusive swing sets.
At 10,425 square feet, the playground at Lindsay/Lyons Park in Humble is the largest in Harris County Precinct 4, featuring restrooms for children of all abilities, rubber surfacing, eight ground-level areas and 45 elevated play areas, most of which are accessible by ramp. Other attractions include a rock tunnel and ridge climber, roller slide, and shade toppers across approximately 80 percent of the play structures, making playtime more comfortable for all.
Matzke Park in Cy-fair includes a gazebo, benches throughout the garden, a play booster, picnic areas, and asphalt-paved walking trails with drinking fountains. Four soccer fields and a cricket field also make this a popular spot for sports teams.
In addition to providing a safe space, barrier-free playgrounds offer children of all abilities the chance to interact, leading to a greater understanding and appreciation of each other. Families of children with disabilities often use these locations for birthday parties, while local school districts use them as a field trip destinations for special needs children.
Lindsay/Lyons Park is located at 2310 Atascocita Road at Ygnacio while Matzke Park is located at 13110 Jones Road. Both playgrounds were built in partnership with Be An Angel, which helps provide barrier free playgrounds across Texas.
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Precinct 4 Presents 15th Annual Opry in Humble
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Commissioner Cagle performs with the Hometown Opry Band.
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It's nearly time for Precinct 4's 15th annual Opry in Humble!
Get ready for three hours of live, musical entertainment from your favorite country and rock music artists Friday, Aug. 12 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Parkway.
This year, Michael Hix returns with uniquely dynamic, high-energy performances featuring pop and rock hits from the past. He has been compared to entertainers such as Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, Dean Martin, Johnny Carson, Steve Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr.
Freddie Pate has traveled coast to coast and around the world to perform with some of the biggest names in country music. Everything from Blues to hard core country, Freddie Pate knows how to capture a crowd with his stories, musicianship, and voice. Freddie's Jamboree is entering its 18th year at the Grand Ole Opry in Branson, Missouri and still plays to sold-out crowds.
See both of these artists and more during this evening packed with entertainment! Opry tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children ages 12 and under. Tickets can be purchased at the door or by calling Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program at 281-893-3726. Light refreshments will be available for purchase. Alcohol is not permitted at county-sponsored functions.
Transportation from 11 locations will be provided by Harris County Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program for individuals 50 years and better. Call 281-893-3726 to make bus reservations. Time and departure locations are included below:
- Bear Creek Area: Departs at 4:30 p.m. from Bear Creek United Methodist Church, 16000 Rippling Water Drive, Houston.
- Champions Area: Bus departs at 4:30 p.m. from Champion Forest Baptist Church at 15555 Stuebner Airline Road, Houston. Park in front of the church, near Stuebner Airline.
- Cypresswood Area: Bus departs at 4:30 p.m. from the YMCA, 19915 Tomball Parkway, Houston. Park at the Family Activity Center near the outdoor pool.
- Greenspoint Area: Bus departs at 4:30 p.m. from Mangum-Howell Center, 2500 Frick Road, Houston.
- Jersey Village Area: Bus departs at 4:30 p.m. from Jersey Village Baptist Church, 16518 Jersey Drive, Jersey Village Park in lot off Hwy. 290 feeder road, away from building.
- Kingwood Area: Bus departs at 5 p.m. from Kingwood Community Center, 4102 Rustic Woods Drive, Kingwood.
- Klein Area: Bus departs at 4:30 p.m. from Klein Area United Methodist Church, 5920 FM 2920, Spring.
- Oak Forest Area: Bus departs at 4:30 p.m. from Oaks Presbyterian Church, 1576 Chantilly Lane, Houston.
- Pasadena Area: Bus departs at 4:30 p.m. from East Harris County Activity Center, 7340 Spencer Highway, Pasadena.
- Spring Area: Bus departs at 5 p.m. from Spring Baptist Church, 633 E. Louetta Road, Spring Park in the east side parking lot on Lexington Road. Bus departs at 5:30 p.m. from Cypresswood Golf Club, 21602 Cypresswood Drive, Spring. Park in Traditions Course parking lot.
- Tomball Area: Bus departs at 4:30 p.m. from Tomball Regional Medical Center, 605 Holderrieth Boulevard, Tomball. Park in Parking Lot E.
For additional information or directions to the Humble Civic Center, please call Harris County Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program at 281-893-3726 or visit www.hcp4.net/Community/SAP/Events.
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Road & Bridge crews mow along county right-of-ways.
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It's the season for outdoor fun. But for Precinct 4's Road & Bridge Department, it's also one of the busiest times of year for road maintenance.
From March through December, Precinct 4's Road & Bridge Department works almost every day to mow along county roads to control weeds, not only for aesthetic purposes, but to enhance visibility and improve drainage.
The combination of heavy rain and heat make roadway maintenance even more important as grass and weeds can quickly become unmanageable.
Summer storms can also be brutal on roadways, leading to sinkholes and cracks as heavy rain erodes the soil underneath. Crews work daily to patch potholes, depressions, and cracks before they grow into bigger problems. With regular maintenance, crews can extend the life of roadways before more expensive repairs are needed.
Other problems can occur from lack of rain as the weather heats up and saps moisture from the ground, leading to dust build-up and loose gravel along roadways. Crews regularly sweep busy roadways to help protect cars from dirt and debris that can ruin paint and slow the flow of traffic.
Precinct 4's regular maintenance projects don't slow down either. Road & Bridge crews still perform concrete and culvert repairs, resurfacing and repaving projects, sign repair or replacement, and trash pick-up as needed. So next time you see one of our guys out working in the heat, give him a wave and let him know he's appreciated.
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Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program Bus Trips
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Senior adults prepare for a trip on a Precinct 4 bus.
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Looking for somewhere to go this summer? Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program offers dozens of bus trips every month to fun and exciting locations across the region for residents 50 years of age and better.
This month, take a trip to Kemah to see the fireworks or watch a Dynamo's game downtown. If good food, music, and friends are more your speed, head to the Hooray for the USA Luncheon or the Nacho Ordinary Summer Dance. Have a taste for culture? Call Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program to receive free tickets and transportation to one of the exciting array of performances presented by the Houston Symphony, Houston Ballet, or the Houston Grand Opera at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion.
These are just a few of the many trips you can sign up for each month. Most trips are either free or require a small fee to cover the ticket cost.
Each year, Harris County Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program provides day trip transportation to more than 30,000 adults ages 50 and over who participate in organized senior adult groups within Precinct 4, as well as regularly planned recreational day trips open to individuals. To browse available trips, visit www.hcp4.net/community/SAP/events.
Any senior adult groups with ten or more members are encouraged to sign up for transportation to destinations of their choice. Start planning your group's trip by attending Precinct 4's next trip coordinator training meeting Tuesday, Sept. 20 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Mangum-Howell Center in Doss Park, 2500 Frick Road, Houston. Training is required for new trip coordinators or coordinators who haven't attended a training session in the last three years.
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Summer Movie Nights in the Park continues Thursday, July 21.
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Participants in Harris County Precinct 4's online poll selected Pixar's Inside Out as Precinct 4's Summer Movie Nights in the Park featured film, which will air rain or shine Thursday, July 21 at dusk in Burroughs Park.
Early arrival is recommended to participate in a pre-movie activity and set up blankets and lawn chairs. Refreshments will be provided.
"Summer Movie Nights in the Park is the perfect chance to relax and enjoy a special night under the stars with friends and family," said Commissioner R. Jack Cagle. "We're proud to offer events like these that help foster a sense of community and give residents new reasons to visit our parks."
Summer Movie Nights in the Park continues Aug. 18 at dusk. Participants can help select the next featured film by voting at www.hcp4.net/p4movies. The online polls will open one month before each movie night and the winning film will be announced once the votes are tallied.
In case of rain, the event will be held under the pavilion. Burroughs Park is located at 9738 Hufsmith Road in Tomball. Amenities at this 320-acre facility include sports fields, a seven-acre fishing lake, five playgrounds, over eight miles of nature trails, picnic areas, an observation deck and boardwalk, rest room facilities, a dog park, and an award-winning barbecue pavilion that seats more than 250 people.
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KHOU's Sherry Williams visits Jones Park June 22 for a segment on Buggin' Out Summer Nature Camp.
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Jones Park forester Rose Holmes bugged out last month with KHOU's Sherry Williams in a live report to get children excited about nature.
Williams met some of Jones Park's creepiest and crawliest insects including tarantulas, scorpions, and slugs - and even got bit live on air by a cottonwood borer beetle! Viewers got a small dose of what's in store for campers at Jones Park's Buggin' Out Summer Nature Camp.
If you missed the segment, you can check it out on YouTube. While the camp is currently full, parents can sign up for a short waitlist at www.hcp4.net.
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Upcoming July/August Activities
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Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center:
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Gardening Daze. Wed., July 20 & 27 from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Join horticultural coordinator Matt Abernathy at 8:30 a.m. for plant identification and weeding in the native flower beds surrounding the Nature Center, or help tend vegetables in the heritage garden at the pioneer homestead beginning at 9:30 a.m. with volunteer Doug Ebeling. Closed-toed shoes, gloves, a hat, sunscreen, and water are recommended.
T'ai Chi. Wed., July 20 & 27 at 8:30 a.m. Meet in the Outdoor Classroom next to the Nature Center for an hour of low-impact stretching, breathing, and range of motion exercises based on the 24-step Yang form of T'ai Chi. Junior Canoe Training. Thurs., July 7 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Budding canoeists ages 10 to 15 can gain experience and learn all of the basic skills needed during the Junior Canoe Training session. The training will allow junior canoeists to accompany an adult on park-sponsored canoe trips. Reservations are required for this event and may be made beginning Wed., June 22. Dragonfly Workshop. Sat., July 9 from 9 a.m. to noon. Become a Citizen Scientist at the park by learning the characteristics of and helping to monitor three types of migratory dragonflies that move through this region. The workshop also includes a guided walk to the park's waterways to practice photographing and identifying them. Second Saturday Settlers: Basket Weaving. Sat., July 9 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. All ages are welcome to watch as volunteers and staff demonstrate how to make baskets using natural materials, and try their hand at starting a basket in the Redbud Hill Homestead on the east side of the park. Then, take in some of the other daily activities of 19th century settlers! Second Sunday Pickers. Sun., July 10 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sing or strum along with the Second Sunday Pickers as they bring the Nature Center to life with acoustic music including country-and-western, bluegrass, folk, rock and roll, and blues. Visitors of all ages are welcome to listen, sing along, or bring an instrument to join in the fun. Beginning Birding. Sat., July 16 at 10 a.m. Those ages 16 and above are invited to participate in the second most popular hobby in the U.S. by joining a naturalist for a birding class for novices. Basic birding equipment, including field guides and binoculars, will be demystified, followed by a walk in the park to glimpse birds and listen for individual bird songs and calls. Reservations required beginning Wed., July 6. Invasives Beware. Sun., July 17 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Record the locations of invasive plant and animal species and remove the ones that threaten native varieties with the JJP Eradicators at Jones Park. Participants ages 16 and older, or those accompanied by an adult, are welcome to attend. Fish of Spring Creek. Sat., July 23 at 10 a.m. Using dip nets and seines, find out what lives in the park's waterways while observing the Texas Parks and Wildlife electro-shock boat bring aquatic life to the surface. Participants, ages 10 and older, should wear suitable clothes and shoes for getting wet, but no flip-flops. Reservations are required and may be made beginning Wed., July 13. Evening Canoe Trip. Sat., July 23 at 5 p.m. Paddle down the lazy river on an evening canoe trip along Spring Creek as the sun lowers in the sky. Those 16 and older are welcome to attend, or those with a junior paddler's card may participate with a parent. Reservations are required and may be made beginning Wed., July 13. Hummingbirds. Sat., July 30 at 10 a.m. All ages can appreciate local "hummers" with a staff naturalist, and find out how these Olympians of the natural world travel thousands of miles during annual migration.
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L.A.N.D.S. Outreach Workshop. Thurs., July 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Learning Across New Dimensions in Science (L.A.N.D.S.) Teacher Workshop is a six-hour, hands-on training ideal for science educators teaching land stewardship, native wildlife, and water conservation to kindergarten through eighth grade students. The workshop provides a certificate and six SBEC hours, plus six hours of gifted and talented program credit hours. Register online at http://www.texas-wildlife.org/resources/events/. For more information, contact Adrienne Paquette at apaquette@texas-wildlife.org or Jo Picken at jpicken@texas-wildlife.org.
Drawing from the Garden. Fri., July 29 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Botanical artist Betsy Barry will guide you through the process of creating images of gathered fallen subject matter drawn in graphite and colored pencil. Space is limited and registration is required. Cost for each participant is $160. Discounts are available to TMS members based on level of membership. To receive more information about this Sketchbooks in the Garden workshop, contact The Mercer Society at 713-274-4166. Mercer Botanic Gardens Student Research and Education Symposium. Wed., Aug. 3 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mercer Botanic Gardens partners with colleges, universities, and high schools to find motivated students who wish to conduct botanic research at our facility. Mercer is proud to showcase the work of these student partners who were acquired through Harris County Precinct 4's intern program, Lone Star College - Kingwood Biology Honors program, the Shell Nonprofit Internship Grant Program, and the ExxonMobil Community Summer Jobs Program. The symposium will be located in Mercer Botanic Gardens' Visitor Center. To register, call Mercer Botanic Gardens at 713-274-4160. Lunch Bunch: Creating Rain Gardens. Wed., Aug. 10, from noon to 2 p.m. Learn how to observe your property in fresh, new ways so you can put it to work for you. With some thought and effort upfront, you can have a garden that will virtually take care of itself! By choosing the appropriate plants and placing them correctly on your plot of land, your established garden will be a joy to behold. To register or receive additional information, contact Mercer Botanic Gardens at 713-274-4160. Forensic Science Workshop for Students. Thurs., Aug. 11 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. As part of National Forensic Science Week, Mercer will host a forensic science workshop for students entering grade sixth grade to 12th. Scientists from the Texas Department of Public Health and Safety will share the history of forensic science and explain how to follow a forensic science career path. Students will observe demonstrations and participate in hands-on activities. This is a free event. Registration is required and space is limited. Registration is opening soon. To receive additional information, contact Mercer Botanic Gardens at 713-274-4160.
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Big Stone Lodge at Dennis Johnston Park:
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Stars and Stripes Luncheon. Fri., July 15 at 11:30 a.m. Celebrate the country's founding with an all-American luncheon at Big Stone Lodge featuring the barbershop chorus, Double Infinity, performing songs of the season.Menu: barbecue chicken and beef brisket, potato salad, baked beans, cornbread, dessert and unlimited coffee and tea. Cost: $8 per person. Come by the Center Mon. through Fri. from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to get tickets no later than Wed., July 13.
The Bryan Museum, Galveston. Sat., July 23 at 9 a.m. Trip sign up is on a first-come, first-served basis at Big Stone Lodge. Cost: $12 per person. Lunch is on your own at Shrimp 'N Stuff. A Harris County Precinct 4 bus will pick up and drop off participants at Spring Baptist Church, located at 633 E Louetta Road in Spring.
Plant Swap. Wed., July 27 at 1 p.m. Share plants and information to improve your summer garden during this annual community plant swap at Big Stone Lodge in Dennis Johnston Park. Teresa See, master gardener with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, will offer tips and answer questions about vegetable gardening and general plant care. Bring indoor and outdoor plants to participate. To register, call Big Stone Lodge at 281-350-1029.
Popcorn and a Movie. Wed., Aug. 3 at 1 p.m. Enjoy a free movie, popcorn, and a drink! This month's featured attraction is Pirates of the Caribbean. Call or stop by the Center to sign up yourself and a friend.
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Mangum-Howell Community Center:
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August Trips Sign Up. Thurs., July 14 at 8:30 a.m. Sign up is on a first-come, first-served basis. Transportation is provided for individuals 50 years and better through Harris County Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program. Buses will pick up and drop off participants at the Center for the following August trips:
- Thurs., Aug. 4 at 9:45 a.m. - African American Library and St. Arnold Brewery Company. Cost: $13 per person; lunch is on your own at Luby's.
- Fri., Aug. 19 at 8:30 a.m. - Bryan Museum, Seafood Market, and Kemah. Cost: $10 per person; lunch is on your own at Kemah Boardwalk.
Back and Joint Comfort Seminar. Wed., July 20 at 10 a.m. Louise Hayes of the Brain Growth and Repair Center will teach several techniques to strengthen core muscles and help protect backs and joints from damage. Stop by Mangum-Howell Center or call 281-591-7830 to register.
Senior Medicare Fraud Seminar. Wed., July 27 at 10 a.m. Retired federal officer Ken Latimer will teach attendees how to protect themselves and family members from scam artists. Stop by Mangum-Howell Center or call 281-591-7830 to register.
AARP Safe Driving Course. Thurs., July 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Drivers who attend this course may receive fewer traffic violations, have fewer accidents, and qualify for an auto insurance discount up to 10 percent. This class is for insurance reduction only and cannot be used for ticket dismissal. Certificates are awarded upon completion.Cost: $15 with proof of AARP membership and $20 for non-members. To register, please call 281-591-7830 or visit the Center.
Designs Using Money Origami Craft Class. Fri., Aug. 5 at 10 a.m. Learn how to transform simple pieces of paper into three-dimensional modelsusing the Japanese art of origami at Mangum-Howell Center. Call 281-591-7830 or come by the Center to sign up for this class. Bring a minimum of five brand new $2 and five $1 bills to class, or exchange old bills for new bills in class.
Free Popcorn and a Movie: My Big Fat Greek Wedding. Fri., Aug. 5 at 1 p.m. Take an afternoon break and enjoy a free movie, popcorn, and a drink. Mangum-Howell Center provides a surround-sound system, big screen TV, and padded seating for a true theatre experience.
Beat the Heat Luncheon. Tues., Aug. 9 at noon. There's no better way to beat the heat than at a Mangum-Howell Center luncheon featuring Liberty Opry singer/songwriter, Jay Cantu. A favorite on the opry circuit, Jay's rich voice soothes the soul with a variety of popular country tunes. The lunch menu includes classic comfort food chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, vegetable medley, rolls, Strawberry Shortcake, and unlimited iced tea and coffee. Cost: $8 per person. The deadline to purchase tickets is Fri., Aug. 5.
Save a Life ... Learn CPR. Wed., Aug. 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Learn how to save a life during this CPR certification class for those 14 years and older. Course content includes adult, child, and infant choking relief, CPR, first aid, and AED defibrillator use. The two-year certification fee is $15. Please bring exact change and cash only. Space is limited, so come by the Center or call 281-591-7830 to sign up for this class.
How to Navigate Your iPhone Workshop. Wed., Aug. 10 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Harris County Information Specialists Michelle Richardson and Heather Jacobs will answer questions and give lessons on navigating the Apple iPhone Participants should bring a notebook and their iPhone to this three-hour workshop. To register, call 281-591-7830 or come by the Center.
September Trips Sign-Up. Thurs., Aug. 11 at 8:30 a.m. Sign-up is on a first-come, first-served basis. Transportation is provided for individuals 50 years and better through Harris County Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program. Buses will pick up and drop off participants at the Center for the following September trips:
- Thurs., Sept. 1 at 8 a.m. - Glady's Spindle Top and Clifton Steamboat Museum, Beaumont.The cost is $9 per person; lunch is on your own at Golden Corral.
- Wed., Sept. 21 at 8 a.m. - Spoetzl Brewery and Wolters Museum, Shiner. The cost is $4 per person; lunch is on your own at Werner's Restaurant.
Painted Wooden Clock Craft Class. Thurs., Aug. 11 at 10 a.m. Volunteer instructor Jimmie Ware offers step-by-step instructions on painting a small wooden clock and installing mechanism, hands, and numerals There is no easier way to keep track of the time and ensure you are never late again than by putting a practical clock in each room. Cost: $10 suggested donation. Call 281-591-7830 or come by the Center to sign up for this class. Class size is limited.
How to Talk to Your Doctor Seminar. Tues., Aug. 16 at 10 a.m. Monica James with Speakers Bureau of Houston Hospice will discuss how to maximize the benefits of "face-to-face" communication with your doctor. Clear communication is essential to maintaining control of your health care. She will also help you understand how to express your medical directives to your family and doctor in case you are faced with serious illness. Call 281-591-7830 or stop by the Center to sign up.
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Nacho Ordinary Summer Dance. Wed., July 20 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This summer dance for senior adults 50 years of age and better features the River Road Boys at Humble Civic Center, located at 8233 Will Clayton Parkway. Cost: $7. Call 281-893- 3726 to register. Transportation is available for individuals ages 50 and better from the following locations
- CHI St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, 20171 Chasewood Park Drive, Houston
- Jersey Village Baptist Church, 16518 Jersey Drive, Jersey Village
- Mangum-Howell Center, 2500 Frick Road, Houston
- Oaks Presbyterian Church, 1576 Chantilly Lane, Houston
Houston Symphony: DreamWorks Animation Live in Concert. Thurs., July 21 at 8 p.m. (Reservation deadline: Thurs., July 14.) Tickets are limited. Call 281-893-3726 to receive free tickets.
Hooray for the USA Luncheon. Mon., July 25 at 11:30 a.m. Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program invites all senior adults 50 years of age and better to a luncheon celebrating the nation's independence at St. Stephen's United Methodist Church, located at 2003 West 43rd Street, Houston. Call 281-893-3726 to register. Cost: $10 per person.
Trip to Astros Games. Tues., July 26. Harris County Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program and Fun4Seniors are offering discounted tickets and transportation to seniors 50 years of age and better to the NY Yankees vs. Houston Astros. Bus departs at 5:30 p.m. from Humble Civic Center, 8233 Will Clayton Drive, Humble. Cost: $15 per person. Please call 281-893-3726 to confirm ticket availability or visit www.hcp4.net/community/sap/events. Volunteer Opportunity at Houston Food Bank. Thurs., July 28 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Harris County Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program invites seniors 50 years of age and better on a trip to help feed Houston's hungry at the Houston Food Bank. Keegan Kitchen Volunteers help the Houston Food Bank sort, process, and pack food. Buses depart from Kingwood Library, 4400 Bens View Lane in Kingwood. To register, call Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program at 281-893-3726. Trip to Houston Dynamo Game. Sun., July 31 at 5 p.m. Harris County Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program is providing tickets and transportation to BBVA Compass Stadium, where the Houston Dynamo will play the San Jose Earthquakes from Kingwood Library at 4400 Bens View Lane. Cost: $19. Call 281-893-3726 to register. Houston Astros Games. Tues., Aug. 2 at 5:30 p.m. Field Box level tickets $15 each. Toronto vs. Houston Astros. Departs from Champion Forest Baptist Church, 15555 Stuebner Airline Road in Houston. Park in front of the church, near Stuebner Airline. Group Volunteer Outreach: Star of Hope Mission. Tues., Aug. 2 from 8:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Buses depart from Fairbanks Library, 9600 West Little York in Houston Take in a hearty breakfast at Cracker Barrel before volunteering; participants are responsible for the cost of their breakfast. Take this opportunity to encourage and uplift others, give back to the community, and enjoy the fellowship of other volunteers while serving lunch at the Star of Hope Mission. Call 281-893-3726 to register. Taco 'Bout Fun Luncheon. Thurs., Aug. 4 at 11:30 a.m. Precinct 4's Senior Adult Program invites all senior adults 50 years of age and better to Lone Star College-University Park for a luncheon featuring a catered meal and live, musical entertainment. Menu: beef and chicken fajitas, tortillas, Spanish rice, borracho beans, dessert, and iced tea. Call 281-893-3726 to register. Cost: $10 suggested donation. Event parking and shuttle service provided from CHI St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, 20171 Chasewood Park Drive in Houston. Continuous shuttle service begins at 10:15 a.m. Shuttle service resumes after the luncheon. Houston Museum of Natural Science and Planetarium. Tues., Aug. 9 at 9 a.m. $14 per person person. Buses depart from Tomball Regional Medical Center, 605 Holderrieth Blvd., parking lot E. Begin the day with a hearty breakfast from The Breakfast Klub offering the best home-style comfort food. Meal expenses are not included in the ticket price. Call 281-893-3726 to register.
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