Bentwater Life-December 2012

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Stunning holiday chandelier created and made for their home by Bentwater resident, Laurie Burtch.

Benthaven Island residents, Julie Rodriguez (shown), and husband, Roger, were gracious guides through their magnificent home that they turned into a winter wonderland espe-cially for last year’s Holiday Home Tour.

An example of some of the elegant Christmas trees displayed on the tour.

The Holiday Lighting event held annually at the Country Club is always fun and well attended.

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President Melanie GonzalesVice President Terry BowieSecretary/Treasurer David Regenbaum

Gene ColbertJohn JosephBlair SmithPat WaycasterBruce Sellers

General ManagerDawn M. Cleboski

Management and EntranceVan Smith

AdministrationValerie OverbeckMartha SullivanTommy Hunter

Maintenance SupervisorRandy Broyles

Entrance Department Robert Yetter

Receptionist/AdministrationVeda Burton

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Bentwater resident and Montgomery High School cheerleader Shannon Cook has been

named a UCA All-American Cheerleader. Shannon has been a varsity cheerleader at MHS for the past three years and has made many great memories cheering at football games.

Shannon is an outstanding student and seems to excel in everything she sets out to do. She is a member of National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta (math honor society) and Montgomery Cotil-lion. She is also a member of the MHS Student Council and is vice president of the class of 2013. Shannon is co-

captain of the MHS Swim Team and is a six-time First Team Texas All-State

swimmer, an Academic All-State swimmer and holds three school swimming records.

She is also an Academic All- American in the Montgomery Aquatic Rac-

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friendsAntiqueThe Antique Friends are enjoying the cooler tem-peratures as they hunt for new treasures and meet up with friends. Cathy Wilson recently planned a fabulous trip to Tomball. Participants called the beautiful weather

a gift from heaven. The first stop was at Granny’s Corner where they were welcomed with homemade cookies and punch and a chance to shop. After visiting several more shops in the area, everyone met at the beautiful Whistle Stop Tea Room. The food was exceptional. They refueled their bodies and then, you guessed it, took advantage of another chance to browse - always hoping to find that special treasure.

BLOBentwaterLadies Organization

Bentwater Ladies Organization is winding down our activities for the year. We have had a busy couple of months. In October we took two busloads of ladies to the Coushatta Casino and Resort for some golf and gam-bling. Many of the ladies came back lighter in the pocketbooks, but all had a great time. In November we hosted several shopping events, including a bus trip to one of the premier holiday markets in Texas - The Nutcracker Market. We also had our very own shop till you drop event, Bric-A-Brac at the Country Club.

December activities start early this month with the always popular Christ-mas Dinner Dance on Friday and Saturday evenings, November 30 and December 1, where we will be treated to a white winter wonderland. The dance and menu are the same both evenings, so get together a group and fill a table of eight. The ladies tell me there are a

couple of surprises in store for the eve-ning. We hope to see you all there. The event is black tie optional.

And to really get you in the mood for the holidays, plan to attend the Annual Holiday Home Tour, our biggest char-ity fundraiser of the year. Six Bentwater homeowners open their homes to the public for two nights, December 4 and 5. The money from ticket sales goes to the charity of choice for each homeowner. Tickets will be on sale for this very popu-lar event at the Country Club beginning on November 1 for $15.00. Tickets pur-chased at the door the night of the tour will be $20.00. This year’s homes offer a cross section of styles and locations. We would like to thank the Sewell, Whorton,

BLO 2012 President Jill Cambern – Thank you for a great year! Anna Richards, Anne Davis and Carla Cook

Ann Davis and Patsy Dillard

Jill Cambern and Lynne Keener

It’s “all smiles” at the BLO luncheon.

Chiste, Luquette, Koerner and Ciarami-taro families for graciously opening their homes for us this year.

Bentwater Ladies Organization will end the year on December 13 at the Decem-ber luncheon. The officers for 2013 will be installed and we will celebrate with a musical program presented by Bentwa-ter’s own Amen Chorus. Don’t forget to sign up for this luncheon on the Bentwa-ter Club website.

Bentwater Ladies Organization wishes everyone in Bentwater happy holidays and a happy New Year, and we hope to see you in January at the first Bentwater Ladies Organization luncheon of 2013 on Thursday, January 10 at 11:30.

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Bric-A-Bracm a r k e tThe Bentwater Ladies Organization presented its annual Bric-A-Brac market recently. The amazing shopping extravaganza was held at the Yacht Club. Shoppers found a variety of holiday items and unique gifts as they browsed the booths set up by numerous vendors. Bentwater residents quickly learned there was no need to leave the front gates to satisfy all their holiday shopping needs.


SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT FUNDBentwater• FundforbenefitofBentwateremploy-

ees and/or dependents established with Sam Houston State University (SHSU) and Lone Star College Sys-tem (LSCS) on behalf of Bentwater property owners

• Fundestablishedwithgenerous$100,000 anonymous seed donation

• FundsmanagedbySHSUVicePresi-dent of Finance & Operations in accor-dance with the SHSU investment policy

• AnnualreporttoBentwaterownersprovided by the SHSU Office of Uni-versity Advancement

• Intentistogenerateearningssuf-ficient to provide at least one annual $1,000 scholarship

o Announced in the spring

o Disbursed the following academic year: ½ in the fall & ½ in the spring semester

• CommitteewithinSHSU’sDivisionof Academic Affairs plus representa-tive from LSCS comprise Scholarship Selection Committee

• ElectedmembersoftheBentwaterPOA Board of Trustees and Advisory Board have selection criteria oversight

• Currentselectioncriteria:1. Current employee or employee

dependent2. High school degree3. Full-time or part-time graduate or

undergraduate student(incoming freshman and transfer students included) in good standing enrolled at SHSU or LSCS majoring in any discipline

4. Enrolledinminimumof6hoursper semester

5. Maintained minimum overall GPA of 2.5 on 4.0 scale in high school or two most recent college semesters

6. Co-curricularactivities,workexperi-ence, community service, financial need also considered.

• Additionaldonationsmaybemadeat any time

o Checks made to SHSU; memo line “Bentwater Scholarship”

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Live Lake Conroe is inviting all Bent-water boat owners to turn their vessels into festive holiday floats and cruise Lake Conroe in the organization’s first ever Christmas Boat Parade of Lights.

The event, which will take place on December 15, is not only a way to spread fun holiday cheer but an opportunity to give back to the less fortunate in Mont-gomery County.

There is not an entry fee to take part in the parade but Live Lake Conroe is asking all parade participants to donate a new, unwrapped gift appropriate for a child between the ages of 3 and 12. There are also sponsorship opportuni-ties available, with 50 percent of the money

raised going to youth based charities in Montgomery County.

The Christmas Boat Parade of Lights will start at the Bentwater Yacht Club and wrap up at Water Point Marina where Santa will step off his boat and visit with children.

If you are interested in taking part in the parade and helping Live Lake Conroe start a new holiday tradition, visit livelakeconroe.com or contact Janet Chavez at [email protected].

Live Lake ConroeChristmas Boat Parade of LightsSaturday, December 156:30 p.m.

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Come January they start the weekly migration from all parts Bentwater to Lake Bluff Street. If you’re watching, you’ll see them. Car after car, sometimes 30 on the move as they make their way each Monday and Thursday evening to the home of director, Keith Ann Gearn. Who are they? They’re your neigh-bors and friends. They come together to make great music after six dedicated weeks of practice.

Bentwater City Limits will light up the Yacht Club February 21, 22 and 23.

You’llhearthesongsofthe40’s,50’s,60’s,70’sandmaybethey’lleven sneak in an 80’s tune! The format is the same... Rock The

House!Everyonewillrecognizethesongsandmanyspecialmem-ories will bring smiles and laughter to the tables. The music moves and grooves and some can’t help but get up and dance. Forty voices will take you from big band to rock and roll, from the Beach Boys to the Beatles. You might even hear a little Cash or Willy. There’s a live band; there are no recordings at this venue. And it’s all designed to give our community a wonderful evening of food and fellowship in partnership with The American Cancer Society.

If you are interested in becoming a part of the Bentwater City Limits Singers, or want more information about their upcoming performances at the Yacht Club, contact Keith Ann by email at [email protected].

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Jim Jones, Bob Chiste, Luke Menefee, Jerry Sears “takin a break”Enjoyingamomentbeforetheshow:Seated: Karen Hamilton, Fran Milburn, Sharon Jones, Patsy DillardStanding: Lynne Keener, Mimi Bastian

Dress Rehearsal at the Yacht Club JohnandEmilyAltermannatthe2012AfterParty Director Keith Ann Gearn and singer Dale McLeod working on a song

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The Texas Forest Service blames the drought of 2011 for kill-ing as many as 500 million trees in Texas. While 300 million of these dead trees were found in rural areas, the remainder, nearly 200 million, were found in cities and residential communities across the state. Thousands of trees right here in Bentwater are among those that are continuing to be victims of the extreme heat and lack of rainfall.

The POA is doing what it can to identify these trees, so we can notify property owners. The process of locating these trees and documenting them is a tedious and time consuming task. Once we notify property owners, they are responsible for having the trees removed. We ask that homeowners be patient through-out this process and lend a hand if possible. If you can spare an hour or so of your time, please feel free to contact us. We appreciate any help, as it is our goal to keep Bentwater beautiful.

Dead Trees

Bentwater residents Patrick and Sharon O’Neil pose proudly with their 1952 MG TD, whichhasrecentlybeenrestoredforits60thbirthday.Whatabeauty!

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Before you plan on giving your home a facelift, keep in mind any and all changes to the exterior appearance of your home must be approved by the Bentwater Architectural Control Committee. This includes simple improvements such as painting or staining on your home, as well as major remodeling projects or putting up new structures on your property.

Once you have construction plans and specifications for the desired upgrades, the plans must be presented to the ACC, which will respond in writing to your request based on building guidelines in Bentwater.

If you have any questions concerning exterior upgrades, please contactthePOAofficeat936-597-5532.

Exterioru p g r a d e s Sixteen year-old Kaylee Real, daughter of Bentwater residents Willard and Kim Real, is not your typical teenager. She dedi-cates her time to mission trips where she teaches others about God. “Kaylee has an amazing heart for the Lord and serving others. I could go on and on about how much of a servant she is; she inspires me every day,” said her mother, Kim Real.

For the past few years Kaylee has gone on several mission trips with her church and has been gone weeks at a time. She has spent many long days on Skid Row in Los Angeles, preaching and praying with adults.

Kaylee has the opportunity to go to Honduras this next sum-mer, if she can raise the needed $2,000 it will take to make the trip. This will be the first trip she has taken out of the country and she is excited to have the opportunity to spread God’s word to the children in Honduras.

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A passion flower at Calendar Garden

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garden clubThe Bentwater Garden Club recently travelled to Magnolia to tour the amaz-ing Calendar Garden. Tiffany Breed opened Calendar Garden 18 months ago on property that was a former min-iature horse farm. Breed conserved as much of the previous property as possi-ble, using some of the old fence to make picnic and display tables. Other original structures were painted to enhance the gardens and now house storage and sales items. A Christmas mural includ-ing Breed’s four children was painted on a structure near the entrance of the gardens, with a sunflower painted on the opposite side.

Breed showed the group the display garden, starting at what she calls the Kitchen Garden. That’s where Garden Club members saw a 20 foot loofah vine. Breed pulled a very ripe

cucumber- zucchini like growth from the vine. She proceeded to strip the growth as you would a banana to produce a loofah sponge. What a surprise to the group of gardeners!

Garden Club members toured the East-WestTexasGardennextwhereabeautiful passion flower was growing at the entrance. Most of the plants in this garden are native to our area of Texas and will grow well.

The Rose Garden entrance was a cedar fence made from a fallen tree on the property. In this garden, Breed’s son built wooden tepee structures to display some of the climbing roses.

Near the Rose Garden, Breed showed the guests a pond where a future water garden will be built.

The nursery also has seven acres set aside for Christmas trees and a pumpkin patch, which was ablaze with pumpkins and yard art. The crew at Calendar Gar-den was working on building a hay bale maze to be included with several other games available for children to play.

The tour wrapped up with a trip to the pavilion named Blacksmith to discuss fall bloomers and perennials.

Sharon Corzine, Mary Lou Leisure, Lynn Guilbault and Barb Michaels won door prizes. Then the ladies went to the Montgomery County Grill for lunch. This restaurant is in a restored yellow house and has excellent food.

If you are interested in the Garden Club, please contact Phillis Podlipny at 936-597-5797.

ErnieDeaver,MaryLou Leisure and Judy Briggs chat about what they’ve seen.

Miriam Hemmeline directs the Garden Club members to the Blacksmith Pavilion to hear Tif-fany Breed’s discussion on fall plants and perennials.

Bettie Hultquist poses in front of the garden supply shed.

A loofah vine is peeled to reveal a loofah sponge!

Phillis Podlipny greets ladies at the entrance of Calendar Gardens.

Diane Wingenbach talks with other Garden Club members about the selection of plants

The Christmas scene features the owner’s family and gives direc-tions to the Christmas tree farm.

Tiffany Breed, owner, gives a list of the unusual plants that are located in Calendar Garden.

Sharon Corzine stands in the check-out line, visit-ing with fellow Garden Club members.

MessageGeneral Manager'sDear Property Owner:

During the holiday season, we are reminded of the importance of offering goodwill to others. We hear the jingles of bell ringers outside our favorite retail stores and we drop our spare change in a kettle. We buy a gift for a less fortunate

child and bring food to the Montgomery County Food Bank. This time of year, it is easy to see the warmth, peace, and gener-osity of others.

As we do good deeds for the less fortunate this holiday season, let’s not forget to do the same for one another here in Bentwa-ter. One specific area that we can impact in our Bentwater com-munity is our association and relationship with our neighbors. Our schedules have become so hectic that we may not have been able to take the opportunity to get to know those who live near us. There’s no time better than now to extend the spirit of goodwill to your neighbors, and a small gesture goes a long way.

• Waveorsayhelloinpassing• Introduceyourself• Reachoutandofferassistancewithdifferentneeds(Help

with trash/recycling bins, keep an eye on their house while they are away)

• Shareaplateoffamilyfavoritecookiesorcandies

You can even invite your neighbors to help out in the commu-nity. Instead of dropping off food at the Montgomery County Food Bank or in the POA collection box, get a group together and volunteer sorting food and stocking shelves at the food bank. Instead of just dropping change in a Salvation Army Kettle, grab a bell and start ringing. There are plenty of bells and kettles to go around. Here’s what you need to know:

ADOPT-A-KETTLEMONTGOMERYCOUNTYSALVATIONARMYHelp the hungry, homeless and less fortunate.Sign up to be a bell ringer this Christmas season.

The Red Kettles of the Salvation Army that ring in the Christmas season are instantly recognized as their presence continues to help provide meals, toys and gifts across the Montgomery County area.

The Salvation Army’s emergency shelter in Conroe is the only facility in the area that provides temporary, emergency housing for men, women and families.

The Montgomery County Salvation Army will have their Red Kettles in place from late November through December 24 at many local stores. Bell Ringers will be ringing from 11 a.m. to 7p.m.,butneveronSunday.Formoreinformationaboutvol-unteering,call936-714-1344.

The Salvation Army is also in need of volunteers to help orga-nize Angel Tree gifts for less fortunate families. It will take several weeks to organize all of the gifts that have been donated. Please call the number above if you can help.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! If you are traveling during the season, come home safely.


Bentwater’s Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restric-tions, reads, in part:

“The only motorized vehicles allowed on the roads and street ease-ments in the Subdivision shall be golf carts with a current permit issued by the Bentwater Country Club” and further,

“Vehicles, regardless of type, may only be operated by individuals holding a current driver’s license valid in the State of Texas”.

Any violation of the rules may result in a sanction by the Asso-ciation of one or more of the following:

A. Warning of a violation

B. Fines charged to the owner for the violation:1. First violation $100.002. Second violation $500.003 Eachoccurrencethereafter $500.00

C. If the owner continues to violate the rules after the imposi-tion of the fines as stated above, the Association may then revokethegolfcartpermitforupto60daysor,inthecaseof continued violations after the initial suspension, per-manently prohibit the owner from using a golf cart on the streets within Bentwater®.

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A TributeYou are invited to share a photo and/or story of someone in your family or a Bentwater neighbor that is an active member of the armed forces. Be sure to include: Name

Rank

Branch of Service

Mailing Address, if possible (many neighbors would like to send cards and letters, not to mention cookies.)

Thank you for joining us in paying tribute to active military personnel who are Bentwater property owners or their families, whether they be spouses, children, grandchildren, nieces, neph-ews, cousins or other family members.

We hope this tribute column in BENTWATER LIFE will be a heart-warming experience for everyone and your chance to express your personal gratitude to America’s finest!

Please send to: [email protected]


The Legends Junior Tour is part of the Texas Junior Golf Alliance, a joint venture between the Texas Golf Associa-tion, Northern and Southern Texas PGA and Houston Golf Association. The Tour has provided more than $250,000.00 since 2005 to promote junior golf. The Legends Junior Tour is home to such prestigious events as the HP Byron Nelson Junior Championship, Texas Cup Invitational, Jackie Burke Cup and Texas State Junior Championship.

ThisTexasGirls’Invitationalfeaturedafieldof71playersfromeightstatesandeightcountries.Thepar-72WeiskopfCourseatBentwaterplayed5,961yardsforallcompetitors.Theeventwasnationally ranked by Golfweek and Junior Golf Scoreboard and awarded numerous AJGA performance stars.

Duringthisexcitingevent,temperaturesbarelyreached70degrees. Maddie McCrary held on for a three shot victory at the Texas Girls’ Invitational and won the Nez Muhleman Tro-phy. The victory was the second of the year for the Wylie, Texas native and moved her into second place on the Player of the Year points list. McCrary is now fully exempt on the AJGA and has also earned invitations to the 2012 Arizona Silver Belle and 2013 Kathy Whitworth Invitational.

Many of the numerous compliments that the entrants from around the state had for Bentwater included the terrific lake views, good course conditions and interesting course design, as well as the friendliness of our staff. We look forward to seeing themagainatBentwater.THISISTHELIFE!

This prestigious event had a field of 71 players from around the state

The Bentwater Ladies Golf Association hosted the Legends Junior Golf Tournament here in Bentwater. The girls in the tournament ranged from ages 12 to 18. Here are just a few of the talented young ladies who participated.

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TheDisposalofHouseholdChemicalsandPaintEventwentextremelywellonOctober6astheBCAcollectedtheequiva-lentof700gallonsofpaintandotherliquids.At10poundspergallon, another 3.5 tons of recyclable waste was removed from Bentwater. This brings our total greening of Bentwater to more than 12 tons of material!

The BCA created, coordinated and manned the event. The POA partnered with the BCA by eblasting the announcement and offering the use of the traffic cones. A special thanks goes out to all of the volunteer help: BCA President Terry Gent BCA board members Charlsie Rogge and Roland Voigt and

BCA members Mike Kove and Roger Koerner. And we can’t forget the “best dressed helper,” Lacey Binding, for helping to register customers. We exceeded the expectations of the MC Precinct #3 staff and left them with a full load to haul to The Woodlands.

If you missed this opportunity, which was held in the North Shore Church Parking Lot, the disposal of leftover household chemicals can be done at the Precinct # 3 Household Chemi-cal Waste Facility every Wednesday and third Saturday of the month from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m., except on county holidays.

Precinct # 3 Household Chemical Waste Facility:

1122 Pruitt RoadSpring,TX77380.

Call281-367-7283formoreinformation.

The Precinct #3 staff will accept the fol-lowing items:

Outdoor and Gardening • poolchemicals• herbicides

• pesticides• fertilizers

Paint products• oilbasedpaint• latexpaint• stains&varnishes• spraypaint• turpentine&solvents• craft&hobbychemicals

Household and Personal• cleansers&polishes• degreasers

• draincleaners• compactfluorescentbulbs

PLEASELEAVEITEMSINORIGI-NALCONTAINERS.

Precinct #3 staff does not charge by the number of containers. The amount of product in each container is determined as it is unloaded. The charge is: • 0-5gallons=$5.00• 6-10gallons=$10.00

Precinct # 3 accepts cash payments or checks.

Another Success for BCA and POA!Aglimpseofthe700gallonsofpaintandotherliquidscollected

DISPOSALHazardous Waste

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home tourHolidayThe 2012 Bentwater Holiday Home Tour is just days away! Join your neighbors and tour six gorgeous Bentwater homes as you support several local charities.

TheTourisDecember5and6from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm. The tickets can be purchased in advance at the Country Club front desk for $15.00 or you can buy them on the night you choose to take the tour for $20.00.

Last year, guests were entertained with live music and carols sung by some of Bentwater’s finest at the lovely home of Tim and Keith Ann Gearn.

Eachticketallowsaonetimevisittoeachhomeandcanbeused either night.

Eachhomeownerdesignatesacharitytheysupport.Theproceedsfrom the ticket sales are divided equally between the charities. In addition, the Montgomery High School art students are supported as they provide a pencil sketch of the home to the homeowners.

If you would like to volunteer to help guide people through one ofthehouses,pleasecontactPatWagnerat(936)597-3339.

The POA would like to thank you for paying your assessments on time. Your prompt attention in the matter helps the POA stay on track with its finances. Staying on bud-get means your money goes farther, allowing the POA to take care of neighborhood issues, such as dead tree removal, in a fiscally responsible manner. Thank you for help-ing us. We appreciate our dedicated homeowners.

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cornerkidskidsContributedbyproudfather,EricYoung

Four-year-old Jaeger is quite an amazing young Bentwater resi-dent! Some of his favorite things include playing in the park, participatinginsportsandgymnastics,EspritInternationalSchool in The Woodlands where he started their Pre-K program this fall, chocolate milk, and last but not least, his Mommy (Dad too- he likes to help build things with his own tools).

Jaeger loves Bentwater, the Country Club for dining (he likes to check with the staff for carrot cake muffins – mommy’s favorite), and definitely the Sports Club Pool, especially when ordering up a chicken quesadilla and ice cream, delivered pool-side.

He’s been hitting golf balls with a putter since he was 2 years old, and can already sink putts from ten feet! He just received his first set of real, right-sized, stainless steel clubs. He’s also been giving tennis a try, and is excited about the new courts.

This is the Life!

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wood furniture, piano and wood �ooring. It also provides a healthier, more comfortable home for all who reside and visit there.


2012 BLGA Championship Final Group Championship Flight: Jerrie Stewart (wins many awards), Marlene Summers (2012 Winner and numerous Club Championships), Diana Henigan (2011 BLGA Champion) and Diane Dill (Many BLGA Championships)

2012WaldenLakeConroeInvitational:EvaSewell,Biddy Scharnberg, Debbie Glass and Rhonda Gaskamp

(LGA) Ladies Golf Association

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Please help us by ensuring there is an installed and properly working ornamental light at your residence. The ornamental light not only brightens our neighborhood but it also helps emergency personnel find you.

The Bentwater deed restrictions state:

“At the time a residence is built on any Lot, the Owner, at Owner’s sole cost and expense, shall cause an ornamental light fixture mounted on a pole, as approved by the (Architectural Control Committee) Committee, to be located on the Lot at a location approved by the Committee. The ornamental light pole shall be connected to the resi-dence’s electrical system and shall have a photo cell so the light is on during the hours of darkness.”

If you have any questions about the exterior lighting require-ments,youcanpickupacopyoftheExteriorLightandPolesample drawing from the POA office. Just ask for the BIB 1044.

Light YourLawn As adults we know the crucial measures we should take to keep our families and our homes safe. However, we must not take for granted that our young children or grandchildren always know how to “play it safe” when they are home alone.

Here are some very important things you should do or share with your younger family members:

• Showthemhowtousethedoorandwindowlocks,aswellasthe alarm system.

• Neverallowthemtoinviteanyoneintoyourhomewithoutyour permission.

• Tellthemtoneverletacallerorsomeoneatthedoorknowthey are alone. Teach them to say things like, “Mom can’t come to the phone right now.”

• Makethemcarryahousekeywiththem,securedinasafeplace. Don’t leave the spare key under a mat or on a ledge outside the house.

• Besuretheyknowtocall9.1.1.foremergenciesandtheMontgomery County Sheriff ’s Office non-emergency line, 936-760-5800,fornon-emergencies.

Contributed by Bentwater Neighborhood Watch Co-Chair, Bob Hook

neighborhoodWATCH PROgRAMTeach Home Safety to Your Children and Grandchildren

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LGA golfers preparing for battle. Members of the Weiskopf team are in blue shorts; the Miller team is in red shorts.

1ST Flight: Geneva Montgomery – First Gross Win-ner; Rae Jean Young – First Net Winner

2012LGABentwaterCupresults:Weiskopf,championsagainwith46.75;Millerwith19.25

Walden Lake Conroe Invitational: Rae Jean Young, Thelma Miller and Diane Dill

The party was enjoyed by all Bentwater Cup participants

LGA members mingle at the Pairing Party for the recent Bentwater Cup tournament. The party was held at the home of Mary Botkin.

2012 BLGA 3rd Flight Winners: Judy Weiss – 2012 First Gross and Carol Cecchini (not pictured) – 2012 First Net

Club Championship Flight: Marlene Summers is the BLGA 2012 Club Champion

Champions Flight: Diane Dill – First Gross; Jerrie Stewart – First Net

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Montgomery CountyFOOD BANK

The Montgomery County Food Bank is on a mission to end hunger in Montgomery County. The Food Bank collects and distributes more than six million pounds of food each year to low-income children, adults and seniors living in Montgomery County and serves an average of 37,000 people each month.

One way you can help fight hunger is by donating non perish-able food items to the food bank this holiday season. The POA office is an official Montgomery County Food Bank collection site, so feel free to stop buy, drop off food and allow the POA staff to deliver the food from there.

You can also make your food or monetary donations during the foodbank’sannualholidayfooddriveonDecember7.From7a.m.until6p.m.youcandriveuptotheentranceoftheMont-

gomery County Courthouse in downtown Conroe and hand off the much needed food or money.

ABC Channel 13 will be broadcasting live during the food drive.

If you would like to help with this event or volunteer sort-ing food and stocking shelves at the food bank, contact Vince Rodriguezat936-539-6686,orgoonlineatmcfoodbank.organd click on the link that states “click here to volunteer.”

Any help you can offer will be appreciated and make a difference in the lives of our less fortunate neighbors this holiday season.

Montgomery County Food BankAnnual Holiday Food DriveFriday,December7Montgomery County Courthouse, main entrance7a.m.to6p.m.

Newcomer's

Gary McAdams. Welcome to Bentwater!

Phil and Undine Fader, recently moved to Bentwater from Willis, TX where they resided for the past eight years. He is a native Floridian while she hails from Pennsylvania. The best part is they met in Tennessee! Phil is winding down his career in the petroleum business. Their two grown daughters, who live in Katy, spend a lot of weekends with their parents. Sounds like a close-knit loving family. They will fit right in!

Phil Fader (Wife, Undine, not available for photograph)

This beautiful and talented mother/daughter team from New Waverly, TX is comprised of nutritionist Debra Rayburn, a noted author and consultant, and her assistant, daughter, and traveling companion, Sharon Rayburn. Debra’s latest books are Nutrition 101 and Gentle Babies, both of which are available at Amazon.com. Welcome!

Debra and Sharon Rayburn, a mother and daughter team

TENNIS

Left to right: Judd Kassuba, Harry Wilson, Hal Holbert, George Gisler, Barry Neeland, Abe McCoy, Kevin Parsley and Captain Al Franklin. Notpictured:PeteMasich,DaveBoller,EGAmenenoandGregEtchison.

This is the Bentwater United States Tennis Association 4.0 Men’s Senior Tennis team, which won 12 matches while losing only two in their North Houston league. Their success qualified them to go to the Texas Little State Championships in Corpus Christi, Texas, in November.

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As you go online to register your guest, please note the following:There are three types of passes:• Day Passes – Perfect for repair/service persons or guests who

are visiting just for that day.• Extended Day Passes – Works well for those overnight

guests who may be staying for a few days.• Semi-Annual Passes – For use only for persons whom you

wish to access your home when you are absent.

Instructions for setting up your account and for authorizing guests on all three types of accounts:• Goto:• Clickon“RegisterNewAccount”andenterinallrequired

information.• Note:Capsarenotrequired.Theaddressmustbespelled

out exactly, i.e. drive, road, court, west, lane, etc. and it must match the last name according to POA records.

Once verification is approved, a new page will appear with a banner that reads, “Sign Up for Your New Account.” You must fill in all of the fields. Proceed with creating a user name, pass-word (must be 8 characters in length and include upper and lower case letters as well as a number) and a security question.

You will receive an email from the POA when your account is approved. This may take up to three business days. After receiving this notification, you may log in and schedule passes for your guest as directed below:

For Day and Extended Passes, use the box underneath “Day andExtended”• Listcorrectlythedateofarrivalanddurationofyourguests.• Ifclearingmorethanoneguestfortheday,movetothemid-

dle box and then the last box on the top right, and then back to the middle line, first box on the left.

• Alwaysauthorizeyourguests,DAYPASSES,EXTENDEDPASSESORSEMI-ANNUALPASSES,inthesameorder,left to right, starting with the top line.

• Ifforanyreasonyouhaveaguestwhoisnotgoingtoarriveas planned, you can remove his/her name by clicking on “remove” beside their name.

Semi- Annual Passes must be renewed on January 1 and July 1 of each year.

The Semi-Annual Guest List (up to six months) is on the right side of the page.

(Reminder: Anyone you put on this list will receive passes (to be renewed on Jan 1 or July 1 of each year) and will be allowed to enter Bentwater at any time during that pass period, including times when you are not at home. Please keep this list as short as possible for the safety of all.

• Typeinnamesandapprovelist.• Nameswillstayuntilyouremovethem• OnceyouhaveaSemi-AnnualPass

List, it will be available for you to see

(Note: Do not add the pizza guy to your Semi- Annual Guest List as entry is authorized only by a person’s name, not a company. The delivery guy will not know your name, only your address. Please authorize the pizza guy a Day Pass as it can be located by address. We want your pizza to arrive on time and hot.)

The entrance greeters will have your information as you have entered it. Be sure your guests give the greeters the same name that you gave the greeters when you authorized clearance of your

guests.Example:IamheretoseeJohnSmith. My name is Ray Jones.

(If there are two Bentwater property owners living at the same address with different last names, you will want to provide both names on your account and give the greeters and your guests both names, so the greeters can locate your authorization.)

Your guest’s name will appear and remain until your guest picks up their pass, you remove the guest’s name or the end date expires. Don’t forget to renew your Semi-Annual Passes on January 1 or July 1 of each year.

If you experience any difficulty please click “Contact Us” and describe the problem.

PasswordsIf you forget your password, you can request that a new password be sent to the e-mail address that you provided. After logging on with the new password, click “Profile” to change to a password of your choice, subject to the password restrictions above. To protect against

automated attacks, after five invalid password attempts, your account will be locked for one hour. Requesting a new password will unlock your account.

E-mail Notification:If you wish to receive an email notifying you when your guest arrives at the gate, checkthe“NotifybyE-mailonarrival”box and select or add your desired e-mail address before approving your guest.

We do ask that you register your guests online when possible. However, if you are unable to do so, you can use any of these other methods:

• FaxtotheMainEntranceat 936-597-4198

• CalltheMainEntranceat 936-597-4190

• CallthePOAMonday–Fridayfrom 9a.m.–5p.m.at936-597-5532

Due to the ever increasing amount of traffic at both gates, we request that you register guests on line when possible, and then use the above procedures in the given order. If you prefer to use one over another, that is your choice.

Bentwater Property Owners Association is pleased to announce the commencement of the Bentwater Resident Online Guest Approval Program.

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STOREWIDE SALE Ends December 31st


Sales CenterBentwater Sales Center offers rewards for ExxonMobil referrals

BentwaterishometomanyExxonMobilemployeeswhohavealways had a significant presence in the neighborhood. With more than 12 miles of shoreline, the adjoining national forest and three championship golf courses, Bentwater is a preferred residence for Houston’s oil and gas community. So, even prop-ertyownersnotemployedbyExxonMobilarehighlylikelytohave a friend, family member or business associate connected in some way to the energy giant.

If that statement doesn’t currently apply to you today, there’s a highprobabilityitsoonwill.ExxonMobil,theworld’slargestpublicly traded oil and gas company, is currently constructing its new headquarters just 30 minutes south of Bentwater. With construction well underway, more than 10,000 employees are slated for relocation to our area. The impact to our local econo-my will be both positive and, in some cases, overwhelming. For the immediate areas surrounding the new campus the impact will result in a shortage of available housing and a dramatic increase in road and facilities congestion. This is where you come in. Bentwater is uniquely positioned to meet the growing housing need and the even greater need for a private and com-fortable environment at home.

With a generous selection of new Developer homesites and a highly desirable lifestyle, Bentwater will be a natural choice for those looking for a new place to call “home.” For a limited time, Bentwater Yacht and Country Club is offering a program that will generously reward property owners for referring their ExxonMobilfriends,familyandbusinessassociateswhobecomenew members of the Club by purchasing a Developer-owned homesite. The choice is yours: a $3,000 credit to your Club account or a one-time complimentary upgrade to the member-ship of your choice, including Grand Pines.

Eligibilityrequirementsandprogramdetailsareasfollows:• YourreferralmustbecurrentlyemployedbyExxonMobil.• YourreferralmustpurchaseaDeveloper-ownedhomesite.• Yourreferralcannotbetheclientofarealestatebrokerother

than Bentwater Sales Corporation.

• YourreferralmustberegisteredintheBentwaterSalesCen-ter upon initial registration under your name.

• Upontheclosingandfundingofthehomesite,youwillbeallowed to upgrade your membership level, at no cost to you, or receive a $3,000 Club credit toward your membership account that may be applied toward food and beverage, mer-chandise, and Villa accommodations.

• Thisprogramissubjecttochangeorcancellationwithoutnotice.

The Bentwater Country Club and the Bentwater Sales Center have come together to implement this special offer to property owners. As the exclusive sales outlet for Developer homesites, the Sales Center still offers the largest selection of unique properties, from waterfront to golf course and oversized estates. Referrals to the Bentwater Sales Center have exclusive access to everything Bentwater has to offer.

For more information about this program and other real estate opportunities,pleasecontactBentwaterSalesCenterat866-866-8613orbyemailatinfo@bentwater.com.

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MeetToby,anEnglishLabradorretriever.Bentwaterresident Tom Clough and Toby are inseparable. Clough

rescued the pup three and a half years ago from the Conroe Animal Shelter. “He is my fourth rescued lab mix. The shelter called him ‘Happy’ for his very outgoing, friendly character,” said Clough.

“He was obviously someone’s dog because at just three months he was already house broken, knew how to use a dog door and sit, lie down and heel. Why he was let go we’ll never know.”

Toby is a genuine companion of Clough. They keep each other going, taking long walks twice a day. Toby plays well with other dogs too.

But what Toby does best and enjoys most is catching a Frisbee with all four feet off the ground, something that just came naturally to him.

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NSRW North Shore Republican Women

Laura Dahlberg and Sherry Rushing visit with Texas Land Commissioner Jerry Patterson following the October NSRW meeting

NSRW members approved a slate of officers for 2013 during a meeting at Bentwater Country Club, and then were entertained by Texas Land Commissioner Jerry Patterson, who gave some amusing anecdotes about Texas history. Commissioner Patter-son also explained the workings and duties of the Land Com-mission.

BradBailey,ChairmanoftheBoard,CEOandCo-Founderof The Hard Work Clean Hands Initiative, were featured, and spoke on immigration issues.

During the December 5 meeting, NSRW members will enjoy musical Christmas entertainment and honor county elected officials.

Officers voted into office for 2013 were: President- Sharon O’Neil; Vice-President/Programs- Sandi Curtis; Vice-President/Membership - Gail McKinnon; Vice-President/Ways and Means- Lynell Soltys; and Recording Secretary- Dorothy Wood-all. The Treasurer’s term of office is two years and was not on the ballot this time. Pam Benson has another year in her term.

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Picnicin the parkIf you didn’t make it out to Picnic in the Park, take a look at what you missed. The smell of a barbecue dinner drew a crowd to the Park in the Meadows where residents got the chance to relax and visit with their neighbors. There were games for all ages. While the kids enjoyed the moonwalk and face painting, the adults tossed some horseshoes and played “backyard golf.” Many lucky residents even walked away with door prizes, such as Bentwater gift basket.

EveryyearPicnicintheParkissponsoredbyBentwaterLadiesOrganization, Men of Bentwater, Bentwater POA, Bentwater Civic Association and Bentwater Yacht and Country Club. This year it was the POA’s turn to take the lead and host the festivities. Everyonehadagreattimeandislookingforwardtonextyear!

Winners of the Best Decorated Tables

The kids enjoy their time with the clown.

Seated: Pam Neuhaus and guest. Standing: Pat and Billy Waycaster; Pauline and Tim Tauer Savannah Marquis just “hanging around” with Joe Walz

Mary Jane Morgan with Rex and Jill Cambern My moustache tickles!

Yes, we love the food! Relaxing on a beautiful day.

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She just won a door prize filled with candy! Yum!

This is not the bread line. We had a lot of other food too!

Bruce and Lynne Kullberg

Maggie Page, Aidan Morgensteren, Cameron McLeod and Marli Lemons enjoy a game of basketball

A chance to mingle with neighbors. More fun on the playground!

Bentwater resident Pat Dinhoble is one of our volunteer artists. Dr.RaniaIbrahimandDr.EliasKanaanwithson,Leo,andpup,Toby

Kendall Upchurch and Ireland Hamill Everyonelovesducks!

Bentwater resident Kevin Parsley generously donated his time, talent and equipment as an exceptional D.J.

North Shore Church members enjoying the picnic

Roland and June Voigt Annette Young and Anne Daviscontinued...

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All the picnic tables, gazebos and playground equipment at Park in the Meadows have recently been refurbished and look great, thanks to the POA maintenance staff.

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Enjoyingthenewlyrefurbishedplayground. Cork This Winery, Karla Nash and guest

The wonderful dessert table A great turnout. Bruce Sellers, Bentwater resident and POA Advisory Board member

Worth Davis and grandson, Matthew Clem, with dogs Bella and Captain The Kornegays counting on some winning raffle tickets

Noah Pickard is having a great time! Our volunteers. We thank you!

Robert Addotta and Linda WalkerNew property owners Richard and Patti Santowski

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BENTWATER SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT FUND for Bentwater Employees and their Families

Anonymous Donor gives $100,000 to Establish

BENTWATER®SCHOLARSHIPRecipient must be a current employee

of Bentwater®, Bentwater® employee’s spouse, legal dependent, child or grand-child; have a high school degree, be a full-time or part-time graduate or undergradu-ate student (incoming freshmen and trans-fer students included) in good standing enrolled at Sam Houston State University

or Lone Star College System majoring in any discipline; enrolled in a min-

imum of six hours per semester. Co-curricular activities, work experience, commu-nity service, and financial

needs in addition to scholastic record will be considered. GPA of 2.50 required.

Apply through:www.Shsu.edu and click on MY SAM - on the student tab, under financial aid, select ScholarX.

Note that you are applying for a Bentwater scholarship.

ScholarX Scholarship Application is a vir-tual clearinghouse for many SHSU schol-arships. Complete one application and apply for many SHSU scholarships.

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While Bentwater residents do an outstanding job keeping their pets on leashes, there are times when a stray dog or feral cat makes its way into the neighborhood. If you see an unattended animal roaming the streets and vacant lots of Bentwater, please help us by reporting the animal to the Montgomery County Animal Control Office and Shelter.

Here are the steps you should take when you spot a stray animal:

• Donotapproachtheanimalsinceyoudonotknowitsdemeanor. Better safe than sorry.

• CallMontgomeryCountyAnimalControlat936-442-7738,option2.Reportthetypeofanimalwithdetailsofitsappearance and its location in the neighborhood.

• AnimalcontrolofficersrespondtothelocationMondaythrough Friday from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. If you find a stray animal on the weekend, at your own discretion, you can take it to the Montgomery County Animal Shelter located at 8535 TX242,Conroe,TX77385.Otherwise,theMontgomeryCounty Animal Control Office advises you to keep an eye out for the animal and report it on the next business day.

• Ifthestrayisinjuredorhasinjuredapersonduringaweek-end or “after hours,” call the above number and request the “on call” animal control officer.

• Ifinjuriestoapersonaresevere,call9.1.1.• PleasedonotcallthePOAofficetoreportastray.The

Montgomery County Animal Control Office does not wish to speak to a third party, only you, the resident who has seen the animal and has all the first-hand information.

As for our own pets, here is a friendly reminder:

The Bentwater Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions state, in part:

“No animals, livestock bees or poultry of any kind shall be raised, bred or kept on any Lot except that dogs, cats or other common household pets may be kept provided that they are not kept, bred or maintained for commercial purposes and do not become a nuisance or threat to other Owners. No more than two (2) of each type of animal shall be kept as household pets. No Owner shall permit any dog, cat or other domestic pet under his ownership or control to leave such Owner’s Lot unless leashed and accompanied by a member of such Owner’s house-hold.”

As well as the recorded Animal Control Policy, which states in part:

“No owner shall permit any dog, cat or other domestic pet under his ownership or control to be left unattended outside on such owner’s lot or allow such animal to engage in loud howling or barking, crying or whining or to conduct itself in such a man-ner so as to disturb the comfort and repose of any person inside the subdivision. Such pets must be housed inside the residence during the period of time the owner or person responsible for such pet is absent.”

And the Montgomery County “leash law,” also states:

“All dogs and cats shall be kept under restraint, as defined by the following definition:

Restraint means the control of an animal under any of the fol-lowing circumstances:

• Whenitiscontrolledbyalead,lineorleashthatissecuredtoa secure object or held by a person who is capable of control-ling and governing the animal in question;

• Whenitiswithinafullyenclosedvehicle;• Whenitisonthepremisesoftheownerand/orcustodian;• Whenitisrestrainedsecurelywithinanenclosureorfence;or• Whenitisunderthephysicalcontroloftheownerorcustodian

The owner or custodian of every dog or cat shall be held respon-sible for the behavior of his animal and, thereby, responsible for any violation of these rules.”

We thank you for keeping each of these rules and procedures in mind as you care for your special pets.

AnimalCONTROL


VeteransEverymorningweawaketofreedom.Knowthatitisbecauseourmilitarycontinuesto stand on the front lines, not just at the borders of our own soil, but also on the soil of weaker nations, helping to extend and strengthen freedom around the world. Join us in thanking these men and women who honored us with their service.

Cam Cope ArmyHarmon “Andy” McDougal ArmyDarryl Herrington ArmyFred Goocher NavyJames E. Mitchell Naval Reserves

WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY.

If you are a current or former member of our military, we would like to add you to our register. Contact:[email protected].

Listed below are some of our veterans that are Bentwater property owners:

Max Ridgeway Air ForceJim Fitzgerald Marine CorpsEd Tomko Marine CorpsBert Dunken Marine Corps

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SympathiesBrian Lee Jacobs

Donald Norman Rashke

December 26, 1967 - September 26, 2012Brian Lee Jacobs passed away on September26,2012,inanareahos-pital as a result of massive injuries sustained in a single vehicle accident on Cude Cemetery Road in Mont-gomery County.

Born in Kearney, Nebraska, he is sur-vived by his parents, Georgia and Jim Jacobs; sister, Andrea Sellers and her

husband, Dan; brother, Matt Jacobs and his wife, Carla; nieces, Megan Ready, Jessica Jacobs, Stephanie Jacobs, Kaylen Krebs and Katie Krebs; nephews, John Jacobs and JD Sellers, and many wonderful friends who he cared so dearly about.

Brian received his BS in Health Promotion and Nutrition from Sam Houston State University. He will always be best known

for his devotion to his nieces and nephews, his good humor and the fishing trips that everyone looked forward to.

His parents, Bentwater residents Georgia and Jim Jacob, stated he was a happy and loving son who idolized his family. Brian, Georgia and Jim spent six week together in Colorado this past summer fly-fishing and jeeping in the mountains. They said it was one of the best times they ever had. Georgia and Jim wanted their friends to know that they are blessed with loving friends and family, and they are blessed in knowing Brian, a loving and loyal man. One of their recent moments with him was in a Nerf machine gun fight. They said they always had a fun time with him and it lasted until the end.

Georgia, Jim and family wish to thank all of their Bentwater and beyond friends for their loving support. It is deeply appreciated.

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February 3, 1932 – September 27, 2012Donald Norman Rashke, age 80, passed awayonThursday,September27,2012,in Houston, Texas. He was a loving husband to Patricia N. Rashke and pre-deceased by loving wife Diana Rashke.

Don was born February 3, 1932 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Guy and Angeline (Luksich) Rashke. After proudly serving four years in the US Navy as Seaman First Class, Don took a job in the print shop of the

Milwaukee Journal newspaper. As his family grew, he decided to leaveMilwaukeetoraisehischildreninthecountry.In1965,with no farming experience, he bought a dairy farm in Amherst, Wisconsin. Don spent the next ten years running a successful farm and raising a herd of prize winning Holstein cows.

In1975,DonsoldthefarmequipmentandcowsandjoinedAetna as an insurance agent, starting his own agency, The Insur-

ance Center. Working in agri-business and serving many of his farming neighbors, Don became an extremely successful insur-ance broker, breaking many sales records and making the Mil-lion Dollar Round Table. By his second year he was promoted to regional sales director, and after only three years had the top selling region.

Don enjoyed a successful career in the insurance industry until hisretirementin1996.

After retirement, he moved to Houston where he was active in local community theater and authored a book entitled Adven-tures of Mustang Sally. Don is survived by his wife Patricia and children, Guy Rashke and wife Liz; Sandra Rashke-Smith; Theresa Kuffel and husband John; Bruce Rashke and wife Bar-bara; Richard Rashke and wife Heidi; Daniel Rashke and wife Patti; adopted daughter Misti Rashke-Kurtz and husband Peter. He is also survived by his brother, Richard L. Rashke and wife Paula, 18 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, numerous step children, step-grandchildren, one step great-grandchild and his loyal Staffordshire Bull Terrier – his pal Sally.

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UNITED WAYBENTWATER’S MONTGOMERY COUNTY UNITED WAY COMMITTEEIT’S TIME TO SHOW YOU CARE! By Bentwater resident Mary Miller

GIVEBentwater’s Montgomery County United Way (MCUW) lead-ers have been involved with a number of community events this fall including two campaign kickoff receptions at the homes of Rob and Debby Capps and Greg and Lynn Hullinger. A special thanks to Mary Ann Belin who gave the campaign a boost with a$7500contribution.

It’s time to show you care! By now you should have received an invitation to support Bentwater’s 2012 United Way campaign. The leadership committee increased Bentwater’s goal this year to$147,000.Pleasehelpusreachourgoal.

All donations to MCUW stay in Montgomery County and are used to help people and organizations in our county. “Your pledge

helpsMontgomeryCountyUnitedWayservemorethan60com-munity programs, such as The Friendship Center, Women’s Center, ConroeFamilyYMCAandMontgomeryCountyEmergencyAssistance,” MCUW Committee Chairman Patti Mennes stated.

For those of you eligible to receive corporate matching gifts or who donate directly through an employer or former employer, be sure to specify code 410 on your pledge card or matching gift request. That will insure that your money is used only in Mont-gomery County. If you need a pledge card, go to Montgomery County United Way’s website, www.mcuw.org and click on the Give icon at the top of the page. While visiting the website be sure to click on the Bentwater Cares icon for news about Bent-water’s United Way activities.

Bentwater, keep up the good work!

Volunteers spend three days at Bridgewood Farms.

Bentwater United Way volunteers prepare Poinsettia plants at Bridgewood Farms. Now watch the thermometer rise and look for new messages every week. (A special thanks to committee member Michael Crook for the witty and colorful messages.) Let’s make the thermometer explode and show how much we care!

SERVECommittee member Stan Hemmeline organized another Days of Caring project at Bridgewood Farms. Bridgewood Farms is located just east of Willis and serves the needs of mentally challenged individuals. Bentwater United Way also sponsored a Days of Caring project at Bridgewood Farms last year.

This year, Bentwater volunteers spent three days on the Days of Caring project. First a Bentwater team did preparation work; the ladies in the group cleaned and organized irrigation sys-tem hoses while the men cleaned and leveled the floors of the two green houses. On another day, Bentwater team members

unloaded Poinsettias so they would be ready for potting. On the “official” day of caring, Bentwater volunteers worked with residents to prepare ceramics and pot poinsettias for Bridge-wood’s annual fundraiser.

“Bridgewood Farms was once again extremely thankful for our assistance,” stated Stan Hemmeline.

CELEBRATE Two time award winning chef Patrick O’Neil prepared his famous chili at the Bentwater Chili for Charity Cook-Off. “There was good chili to taste from several cooks; all the teams supported a charity; the silent auction presented great offerings and the band was terrific. It was a lot of fun,” O’Neil stated.

Please give, serve and celebrate with us. Thank you from the Bentwater United Way Leadership committee.

The women organize irrigation hoses inside the green houses.

The men work hard to clean and prepare the floors in two green houses


If you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, odds are you’ll have to leave the gates of Bentwater and head far north to find it. For our residents who are staying close to home this holiday season, we’re happy to give you a look of a true winter wonderland taken through

WINTERWonderlanda camera lens with the amazing talents of Bentwater resident Dave Clements. Some of the photos were taken on a trip to Haines, Alaska. The others are from inside Yellowstone National Park. Grab a blanket and a cup of hot cocoa and enjoy!

HighwayfromHainesalongtheChilkatRiveratdawn.ThelightyouseeonthemountainridgeiscalledtheAlpineEffect,wherethesun’searlymorning rays paint the tops of the ridges. It lasts for only a few minutes each morning. “It was an honor to catch this moment,” said Clements.

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Famous Bamboo Room Restaurant in Haines, Alaska.BaldEagleontheChilkatRiveroutsideHainesinasnowstorm,searchingforchumsalmon. It was 11 degrees below zero! continued...


Part of a wolf pack on the prowl in Yellowstone National Park.

Chilkat River outside Haines just after a snowstorm at sunrise.

EldredRockLighthouseonthewaterwayfromthecapitaltoHaines,Alaska.Phototaken from ferry.

Trees along a stream inside Yellowstone National Park taken in the early morning in extremely cold conditions.

Brown bear who was trying to survive the intense Alaskan winter. Her mother was killed by a poacher just days before Clements snapped this photo. He took the photo and went in the opposite direction immediately.

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Magpie bird waiting to steal fish bites from eagles. A bison enjoying his rest inside Yellowstone National Park. It was 18 degrees below zero.

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November 22 Thursday-BENTWATER – Thanksgiving Brunch at the Yacht Club; 11 a.m.

November 22 Thursday-Run Thru The Woods, 7:45 a.m. until 10 a.m. at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. For more info, go to runthruthewoods.org

November 23 Friday-BENTWATER – Annual Turkey Day Tennis Tournament at the Racquet Club; 12 p.m.

November 24 Saturday-BENTWATER – Annual Club Lighting on the Country Club lawn; 5:30 p.m.

November 27 Tuesday-BENTWATER – Game Night at the Country Club: Bridge and Canasta; 6 p.m.

November 30 – December 22 Starting Friday-Crighton Players presents White Christmas at the Owen Theatre in Conroe. For more information, visit crightonplayers.org.

November 23 – January 5 Nightly-Zoo Lights at the Houston Zoo. The Hous-ton Zoo will be transformed into a Winter Wonderland filled with brilliant displays of colorful lights and feature holiday music.

November 30 – December 1 Friday and Saturday-BENTWATER – BLO Christmas Dinner Dance at the Country Club

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December 1 All Month – January 16-Visit the ice skating rink at The Woodlands Town Center, located at the corner of Lake Robbins Drive and Six Pines Drive, between Market Street and the movie theater. For operating times and daily promotions, visit thewoodlandscvb.com

December 1 All month-Winter Wonderland in The Woodlands. Enjoy a walk along the Winter Wonderland pathway and be dazzled in the fantasy land of magical Christmas lights, toy soldiers, elves and snowmen. Located next to the ice skating rink at the corner of Lake Robbins Drive and Six Pines Drive. Admission is free.

December 1 Saturday-Lone Star First Saturday: Historic Mont-gomery Farmers’ Market and Acoustic Music Jams. The local market features a wide variety of seasonal fruits and veggies, eggs, plants, honey, salsas and more. The Market is located at the intersection of FM 149 and College Street in Montgomery. The Market is open from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.

December 1 Saturday-Huntsville for the Holidays; a downtown Huntsville Christmas Fair with craft ven-dors, food and live entertainment; 10a.m. to 5 p.m.

December 2 Sunday-Dosey Doe presents Tracy Lawrence in concert - Dinner and an acoustic show. Entertainment begins at 7:30. For ticket info, go to doseydoe.com

December 1 – 2 Saturday and Sunday-39th Annual Dickens on the Strand in Galveston. Characters from Dickens novels walk the streets while you enjoy food and entertainment that take you to another era. The event celebrates Charles Dickens’ 200th birthday. For more info, contact the Galves-ton Historical Foundation at 409-765-7834.

December 1 – 2 Saturday and Sunday-AKC Dog Show at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds sponsored by the Conroe Ken-nel Club. All breeds are welcome. Show is Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more info, visit conroekennelclub.org

December 1 - 22 Every day-Old Town Spring invites you to its 30th annual Home for the Holidays. Load up the entire family and spend the day shopping, listening to strolling musicians and barber shop quartets, even take a horse and car-riage ride through town. For more informa-tion, visit oldtownspring.com

December 1 – 22 Every Saturday-Caroling on the Square from 6 – 8 p.m. on the Waterway Square in The Woodlands.

December 1 – 22 Weekends-Owen Theatre presents White Christmas. Tickets range from $10 to $20. For more information, call 936-539-4090

December 1 – Dec 24 Select Dates-Alley Theatre, Houston, presents A Christ-mas Carol by Charles Dickens. Evening shows begin at 7:30 p.m.; matinees begin at 2:30 p.m. For more info, go to alleytheatre.org

December 1 – Dec 30 All Month-Alley Theatre, Houston, presents The San-taland Diaries. This compact, one character

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comedy is a hilarious classic, featuring comic encounters during the height of the holiday crunch. For ticket info, go to alleytheatre.org

December 1- December 30 All Month-Houston Ballet presents The Nutcracker. For ticket info, call 713-227-2787

December 1 – January 5 All Month-Moody Gardens presents Festival of Lights. It’s one of the largest holiday celebrations in the region. Enjoy more than one million lights with 100 sound enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertain-ment. Also skate in the outdoor ice skating rink and take photos with Santa. Admis-sion is $12.00. For more info, go to moodygardens.com.

December 5 Wednesday-BENTWATER – NSRW meeting at the Coun-try Club

December 5 – 6 Wednesday and Thursday-BENTWATER – BLO Holiday Home Tour. Tour several beautiful homes in Bentwater and see how residents are decorating their homes for the holidays. Tickets are $15.00 in advance and $20.00 the day of the tour. For more information, contact Pat Wagner at 936-597-3339.

December 7 Friday-The Houston Symphony presents: Holly Jolly Symphony Spectacular at 7:30 p.m. at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion.

December 7 Friday-Dosey Doe presents Swinging Little Christ-mas - a live holiday concert with Grammy award winning country singer Suzy Bog-guss. Dinner included. Show starts at 8:30. For more info, go to doseydoe.com.

December 7 Friday-Montgomery County Food Bank will hold a drive through food drive at the main entrance of the Montgomery County Court-house in downtown Conroe. Drop food or monetary donations off from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

December 7 – 9 Friday – Sunday-Tomball German Christmas Market and Festival; Friday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Sat-urday from 10 a.m.to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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...continuedCalendarof EventsDecember 8 Saturday-Christmas in Montgomery; a day long event in historic Montgomery includes breakfast with Santa, a Christmas parade, arts and crafts fair, cookie walk and the 35th annual Candlelight Home Tour. For more info, visit experiencemontgomery.com

December 8 Saturday-Conroe Christmas Celebration at Heritage Place, 500 Metcalf Street, Conroe. Holiday fun filled with family friendly activities, live Christmas music, vendors and of course, Santa. Admission is free. Event is from 11 a.m. to 5p.m. with parade at 1 p.m. For more info, call 936-522-3900.

December 11 – 23 Nightly-The Hobby Center presents Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan. Tickets range from $61.00 to $250.00. For more information and show times, call 888-546-8561.

December 13 Thursday-BENTWATER – BLO Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. Sign up on the Bentwater club website to reserve your spot

December 14 – 16 Friday – Sunday-Moody Gardens presents a Magical Christ-mas Dinner and Show starring Master Illusionist Curt Miller and Friends. The performance combines dazzling magic, family comedy, inspiring music and beauti-ful dance. Tickets are $49.00 for adults and $29.00 for children. Ticket price includes a dinner buffet and admission to Festival

of Lights. For more information, go to moodygardens.com

December 15 Saturday-Live Lake Conroe presents its first ever Boat Parade of Lights. The parade will start at the Bentwater Yacht Club at 6:30 p.m. If you are interested in participating, contact Janet Chavez at [email protected]

December 16 Sunday-Dosey Doe presents Larry Gatlin Christmas. Show begins at 7:30. For more info, go to doseydoe.com.

December 18 Tuesday-Crighton Theatre presents A Christmas Gift for You Featuring Ray Price. The country music legend and hall of famer will bring special guests to the event, including mem-bers of the Conroe Symphony Orchestra. For tickets call 936-441- SHOW (7469)

Dec 20 -27 Thursday - Wednesday-Moody Gardens presents a Magical Christ-mas Dinner and Show starring Master Illusionist Curt Miller and Friends. The performance combines dazzling magic, family comedy, inspiring music and beauti-ful dance. Tickets are $49.00 for adults and $29.00 for children. Ticket price includes a dinner buffet and admission to Festival of Lights. For more information, go to moodygardens.com

December 25 Tuesday-Christmas Day

Upcoming January 2013

January 5 Saturday-Lone Star First Saturday: Historic Mont-gomery Farmers’ Market and Acoustic Music Jams. The local market features a wide variety of seasonal fruits and veggies, eggs, plants, honey, salsas and more. The Market is located at the intersection of FM 149 and College Street in Montgomery. The Market is open from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.

January 10 Thursday-BENTWATER – First BLO Luncheon of 2013; Sign up on the Bentwater Club website to reserve your seat

January 12 Saturday-The Hobby Center, Houston, presents Per-cussive Illusions. Musiqa’s first 2013 concert with feature works by Musiqa’s Artistic Board and highlight performance by award winning University of Houston Percussion Ensemble. Tickets are $20.00 - $40.00. For more information, go to thehobbycenter.org

January 22 – February 3 Nightly-The Hobby Center and Theatre Under the Stars presents Camelot. Rediscover the grandeur of one of history’s greatest love stories. Tickets start at $24.00. For more info, go to thehobbycenter.org.

January 25 – 26 Friday and Saturday-Owen Theater presents The Lion in Winter. Tickets are $10 - $20. Showtime is 8 p.m. For more information, call 936-539-4090.

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FOR SALE: I have an overabundance of crystal and a huge variety of dishes since my mother passed away. Some as old as 100 years. A lot of Fostoria pattern American. It is all out ready for viewing. Please call Laura at 597-8700 or 524-0044

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FOR SALE: 2009 HydroHoist boat lift outfitted for tripletoon In Bentwater marina: $4,500 Call Bob 936-597-6146 or Bill 936-597-4805

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FOR SALE: Kimball Viennese Edition Grand Piano: Mod-el #5860. 5 ft. 8 in. High gloss ebony finish. Appraised at $6,000, will consider reasonable offers. Excellent condi-tion. Original owner. The Viennese Edition pianos were manufactured in 1984 to commerate the Los Angeles Olymic Games when Kimball owned Bosendorfer. Call Bob or Donna at 936-597-4379.

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