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Jan. 1 - Jan. 9

Science and Health Education Community Fair
DATE OF EVENT: Saturday, January 8, 2005
EVENT LOCATION: Hambrick Middle School 4600 Aldine Mail Route
STARTTIME: 10 am
ENDTIME: 2pm
CONTACT NAME: Ferleshare Starks
CONTACT PHONE: (281) 985-6570
EMAIL ADDRESS: fstarks@aldine.k12.tx.us
WEB SITE: None
TICKET PRICE: Free
EVENT DESCRIPTION: Parent/Family Outreach Program for families in the surrounding Aldine Community: interactive mobile exhibit from the Health and Medical Sciences Museum titled "TEEN Lives" takes a look at areas that affect teen lives, free health screenings, nutrition and exercise advice, interactive science and physical education/health activities that allow families to share learning, information tables, lots of fun.

Fort Bend Genealogical Society Meeting
DATE OF EVENT: January 8, 2005
EVENT LOCATION: Sugar Land Branch Library, 550 Eldridge Road, Sugar Land, Texas 77478
STARTTIME: 10:15 a.m.
ENDTIME: 12:00 p.m.
EMAIL ADDRESS: Frances.Sisemore@mindspring.com
WEB SITE: None
TICKET PRICE: Free
EVENT DESCRIPTION: This month's featured speaker will be Emily Croom, genealogist and author. Her topic will be "For the Settling of My Temporal Estate: Using Probate Records in Genealogy." This is an open meeting and everyone interested in genealogy is invited to attend.

Jan. 10 - Jan. 16

Walk for Education (HP Houston Marathon/Houston Press 5K )
DATE OF EVENT: Jan. 16, 2005
EVENT LOCATION: George R. Brown Convention Center
STARTTIME: 7:20a
ENDTIME: 9:00a
EVENT BENEFICIARY: Education Foundation of Harris County/public school students
CONTACT NAME: Veronica Michel
CONTACT PHONE: 713/696-8298
EMAIL ADDRESS: vmichel@hcde-texas.org
WEB SITE: www.educationfoundation.info
TICKET PRICE: $10/students or $20/adults entry fee
EVENT DESCRIPTION: Walk for Education is the 2nd annual Walk event that will be held in conjunction with the HP Houston Marathon/Houston Press 5K on Sunday, January 16 at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Students, teachers, parents, businesses and community leaders will walk in support of public education. The Walk kicks off at 7:20a and is 3.1 miles. Our goal is to generate $700,000 or $1 for each public school student in Harris County. There's still time to sign up. To register, go to www.educationfoundation.info or call the Foundation at 713.696.8298.

Jan. 17 - Jan. 23

Houston Arboretum & Nature Center's Arbor Day Celebration
DATE OF EVENT: Saturday, January 22
EVENT LOCATION: Houston Arboretum & Nature Center, 4501 Woodway Drive, Houston, TX 77024
STARTTIME: 10:00 a.m.
ENDTIME: 3:00 p.m.
CONTACT NAME: Lori Hutson, Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
CONTACT PHONE: 713-681-8433
EMAIL ADDRESS: arbor@houstonarboretum.org
WEB SITE: www.houstonarboretum.org
TICKET PRICE: Free
EVENT DESCRIPTION: Houston Arboretum marks 20 years of Arbor Day Celebrations For 20 years, the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center has encouraged the planting and preservation of trees at its Arbor Day celebration each January, and this year will be no different. On Saturday, January 22, 2005 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the non-profit nature sanctuary located near Memorial Park (4501 Woodway) will once again offer Houstonians a day of activities to learn about the benefits of planting trees. Over 2,000 tree seedlings will be given away (one per family) at the event. In addition Nature Center staff will provide tree planting demonstrations and care tips. For more information, call the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center at 713-681-8433 or visit www.HoustonArboretum.org

Community Garage Sale
DATE OF EVENT: January 22, 2005
EVENT LOCATION: Bayou Vista City Hall Parking Lot
STARTTIME: 8:00 am
ENDTIME: 5:00 pm
EVENT BENEFICIARY: Tsunami relief effort
CONTACT NAME: Janese Wathen
CONTACT PHONE: 832-620-1192
EMAIL ADDRESS: neldog@hotmail.com
WEB SITE: None
TICKET PRICE: Free
EVENT DESCRIPTION: A community garage sale will be held at the city parking lot. All proceeds will be given to the Red Cross to help in the tsunami relief effort.

Miracles for Merrick
DATE OF EVENT: January 23, 2005
EVENT LOCATION: DaPub, 3918 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena Texas
STARTTIME: 3:00 pm
ENDTIME: ???
EVENT BENEFICIARY: Meriick Medrano, 2yr old with brain cancer
CONTACT NAME: Donna Kelledy Accardo
CONTACT PHONE: 281-782-5725
EMAIL ADDRESS: Cranediv@aol.com
WEB SITE: None
TICKET PRICE: Free
EVENT DESCRIPTION: Merrick is 2 yrs old and has brain cancer. The benefit will have a live band, live auction, door prizes and raffle prizes. There will also be a chili cookoff.

2nd Annual Chilly Willy Dice run
DATE OF EVENT: Saturday January 22, 2005
EVENT LOCATION: Fat Matt's on FM1488 and Fm 2978 in Magnolia, TX
STARTTIME: First Bike out at 9:00 am
ENDTIME: -
EVENT BENEFICIARY: Benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
WEB SITE: www.scrcconroe.com
TICKET PRICE: $10 for first hand $5 each additional hand
EVENT DESCRIPTION: Southern Cruisers Riding Club, Conroe Chapter Presents: 2nd Annual Chilly Willy Dice Run Benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Saturday, January 22, 2005. Starting at Fat Matt's Firehouse, FM2978 and FM 1488 in Magnolia, Tx (281) 259-3333
First Bike Out - 9:00 a.m.
Last Bike In - 2:00 p.m.
50/50 Drawing at 3:00 p.m.
$10.00 for Initial Hand
$5.00 for each additional hand
Best Hand Prize - $250
Worst Hand Prize - $100
The first 50 entrants will receive a free Chilly Willy Ride Pin* (*additional pins will be available for $5.00 each)

Jan. 24 - Jan. 31

Make a Wish Party for Anthony Zapata
DATE OF EVENT: 1/29/05
EVENT LOCATION: WYNDEHAVEN TERRACE, 12716 CUTTEN RD HOUSTON, TX 77066
STARTTIME: 1 pm
ENDTIME: 5 pm
EVENT BENEFICIARY: Thank you party from Make a Wish foundation for all who have helped the Zapata family.
CONTACT NAME: Merih Zapata
CONTACT PHONE: 281-587-2525
EMAIL ADDRESS: wyndehaven@earthlink.net
WEB SITE: None
TICKET PRICE: Free
EVENT DESCRIPTION: As some of you may already know, Joseph Anthony Zapata relapsed again. The leukemia unfortunately has returned and there will not be any more treatment for Anthony. At this point the doctors are going to try and make him as comfortable as possible. I want to thank you all very much for helping by giving blood, passing on the prayer requests and for keeping the Zapata family in your prayers. Make a Wish foundation is going to be throwing a party for Anthony and the Zapata family - this party is to be a "Celebration of Anthony’s life." If you know of anyone who would like to come to the party please pass on the email.

COCKER SPANIEL RESCUE ADOPTION DAY
DATE OF EVENT: SATURDAY, JANUARY 29, 2005
EVENT LOCATION: PETSMART, 16758 SW FREEWAY, SUGAR LAND, TX
STARTTIME: 11:00 AM
ENDTIME: 2:00 PM
EVENT BENEFICIARY: HOMELESS COCKER SPANIELS LOOKLING FOR A NEW HOME
CONTACT NAME: ALYSON CLARK
CONTACT PHONE: 713 772 6400/ 281 479 7123
EMAIL ADDRESS: ACLARK@HEARDMEDACKPC.COM
WEB SITE: WWW.COCKERKIDS.ORG
EVENT DESCRIPTION: COCKER SPANIEL RESCUE OF EAST TEXAS-HOUSTON ADOPTION DAY These are rescued cocker spaniels that are fully vetted and fostered in our homes looking for their forever homes. Please see our website for more info and to get pre-approved for adopting. Thank you.

American Red Cross Super Ball IV Party
DATE OF EVENT: January 29th
EVENT LOCATION: Safari Texas Ranch, 11627 FM 1464, Richmond, TX 77469
STARTTIME: 7:00 PM
ENDTIME: Midnight
EVENT BENEFICIARY: Southwestern Branch office of the American Red Cross
CONTACT NAME: Sandra Startz
CONTACT PHONE: 281-342-9480
EMAIL ADDRESS: sstartz@ghac.org
WEB SITE: www.houstonredcross.org
TICKET PRICE: $50.00 single & $90.00 couples
EVENT DESCRIPTION: The largest tailgate party in Fort Bend – Super Ball IV! Benefiting the capital building campaign of the American Red Cross Southwestern Branch, Super Ball IV is food, football and fun! Scheduled for January 29th, 2005 at Safari Texas in Richmond, Super Ball IV is the best party value around. Tickets are $50 each or $90 a couple for food, beer, wine, live entertainment and fun all night! Hosted by KILT's Rowdy Yates, Super Ball IV boasts a midway of sports games, live and silent auctions, special appearances by professional football players and a dance with The Next Level Band. And there's no need to get dressed up – your favorite jersey and jeans will be just fine. Happy New Year from the Super Ball IV Committee and the staff of the American Red Cross Southwestern Branch. We hope to see you at kick off on January 29th! For more information, contact the Southwestern Branch at 281-342-9480 or sstartz@ghac.org. Visit our website @ www.houstonredcross.org for additional information.

Kimball Family Donkey Basketball Benefit
DATE OF EVENT: Fri., Jan. 28
EVENT LOCATION: Brabham Middle School , FM 830, Willis, TX
STARTTIME: 7:00 pm
ENDTIME: 9:00 pm
EVENT BENEFICIARY: Kimball Family
CONTACT NAME: Sheryl Burlison
CONTACT PHONE: 936-890-2312
EMAIL ADDRESS: sparker@willis.k12.tx.us
WEB SITE: none
TICKET PRICE: $5 in advance, $6 at door
EVENT DESCRIPTION: Richard Kimball was a junior high science teacher in Willis killed in a car accident recently leaving a wife and three kids behind. The Willis schools are having a donkey basketball game to raise money for the family. BBQ sandwiches and drinks will be available. Bring the family for fun and foolishness. You've never laughed so hard for a good cause.

Katy Elks Lodge All You Can Eat Catfish Fry
DATE OF EVENT: January 30, 2005
EVENT LOCATION: Katy Elks Lodge - 1050 Katy Ford Bend - Katy Texas
STARTTIME: 11:00 a.m.
ENDTIME: 2:00 p.m.
EVENT BENEFICIARY: Youth Programs (Scholarships, DARE, Teen Recognition, etc.)
CONTACT NAME: Ann Powell
CONTACT PHONE: 832.545.5872
EMAIL ADDRESS: ann.powell@bp.com
WEB SITE: None
TICKET PRICE: $7.50 per person
EVENT DESCRIPTION: The Katy Elks is a patriotic organization that actively recognizes and supports the youth in our community through various programs including scholarship programs, Hoop and Soccer Shoots, DARE and teen recognition. The Katy Elks also support the Elks State Projects which include a prosthetic grant program and a camp for Special Needs Children.

The Power of Women
DATE OF EVENT: Monday, January 24, 2005
EVENT LOCATION: HESS Club, 5430 Westheimer
STARTTIME: 5:30 pm
ENDTIME: 8:00 pm
EVENT BENEFICIARY: Federation of Houston Professional Women (FHPW)
CONTACT NAME: Pat Davion
CONTACT PHONE: 713-952-7660
EMAIL ADDRESS: p.davion@hotmail.com
WEB SITE: www.fhpw.org/events.html
TICKET PRICE: $25.00 to $40.00
EVENT DESCRIPTION: Please join the Federation of Houston Professional Women for a night of fun and a SHOT of energy that only Houston's Karen McCullough can deliver. Begin the New Year focused on leveraging your values, talents, and style to achieve the success you deserve. Visit us at www.fhpw.org