Bentwater LIfe Magazine - February 2013

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Great- Grandma, Linda Spessard; Grandma, Kim Bartholet; Mother, Sarah Bartholet - Gwin; Baby, Hannah Grace Gwin.Four generations of one family proudly call Bentwater home. THIS IS THE LIFE!See story inside.

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From the time Kaleb Charanza was a little boy he would play with toy army men and say that is the only thing he ever wanted to be. Charanza is the son of Bentwater residents Donna and Scott White and Bobby and Jaimie Charanza of Rockdale, Texas.

Charanza attended Medina High School and was involved in athletics, theatre arts and debate. He won the Samuel Finch award for “Outstanding Actor” and was an area track qualifier. He attended St. Edwards University in Austin for one year. At the same time

he was involved in ROTC at the Univer-sity of Texas and he is currently taking classes while he is enlisted.

Charanza attended boot camp in Califor-nia and is now deployed to the Arabian Sea. He is stationed on the USS Harry Truman, where he’ll be for eight months. He is an Avionics Technician for the U.S. Marine Corps and works on F18’s.

His family is very proud of him and would appreciate the thoughts and prayers of everyone while he is serving our country.

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Marine Tribute – Charanza

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Bentwater residents Debra Spincic and Yvonne Koelzer collec-tively have more than 75 years of quilting experience. The ladies decided to combine their sewing expertise, artistic passion and generous spirit to create a one-of-a-kind quilt for the annual American Cancer Society Fundraiser.

As they shared design ideas, they agreed the colors should be bright, uplifting and convey hopefulness. They looked for a design that gave an optical illusion of a 3-D effect. After studying various designs, the repeated V-shaped “chevron pat-tern” was their clear choice. The earliest known use of the chevron pattern is found on Minoan pottery, dating from 1800 B.C. The design motif has been used in fabrics, both woven

and printed, for several hundred years. Debra and Yvonne envisioned the chevron pattern would give the quilt the 3-D accordion effect they wanted.

The 50 X 60 inch quilt has 10 panels. By the time the quilt was completed, they had spent 240 hours, more than 3 weeks, creat-ing the Ribbons of Hope masterpiece.

Ribbons of Hope is being raffled off as part of Bentwater’s annual American Cancer Society’s Fundraiser. Debra and Yvonne hope that each purchase of a raffle ticket is an expression of hope for our loved ones, cancer patients and survivors.

Raffle tickets are $5 each or 5 tickets for $20; you can also purchase 30 tickets for $100. Tickets are being sold at various events in Bentwater or can be purchased by calling Sharon Jones at 936-597-8254 or Beryl Korb at 936-597-3927. The drawing will be held on April 15 at the ACS fundraiser, which will be held at the Country Club.

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Debra Spincic and Yvonne Koelzer with their donated quilt

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Rozi Turnbull and her husband, Bill, moved to Bentwater last fall when Bill’s career in the oil industry required them to return to Texas. “We decided to buy on the lake in Bentwater to enjoy our free time on the lake between my husband’s work schedule,” said Turnbull.

The Turnbulls moved to Houston from Alaska in 2002, until BP temporarily relocated them to Indonesia. Whether she’s in Texas, Indonesia, Scotland or Alaska, you can bet Turnbull is not far from a paint brush and canvas.

A native of England, she grew up in an artistic family; both of her sisters also paint and her brother is a musician. Their parents always encouraged them to be creative and use their artistic talents.

In her previous career, Turnbull was in designer clothing in England. She arranged high end fashion shows, working with Charles Jourdan, Valentino, Armani and Ereuno. Now her focus is on her paintings and creating one-of-a-kind ceramic pieces. Turnbull works mostly in water-based mediums, mixed media on paper canvas or board.

“My work is a continual attempt to understand the person-ality of a single brushstroke when it has life and movement, when it comprises and blends, where it is so purposely placed that it rings true,” said Turnbull.

Turnbull’s work is on display at the gallery of the Conroe Art League, where she teaches evening art classes.You can also view her amazing art work on her website, roziturnbull.com.

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Young Coconuts, a piece Turnbull donated (but continues to sell prints).

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The Bentwater City Limits Singers are gearing up for a one-of-a-kind concert you won’t want to miss, directed by famed Bent-water resident Keith Ann Gearn.

You’ll hear the songs of the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and maybe they’ll even sneak in an 80’s tune! Everyone will recognize the songs and many special memories 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. It’s a live band. There are no recordings at this venue. And it’s all designed to give our com-munity a wonderful evening of food and fellowship in partner-ship with The American Cancer Society.

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

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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BLOBentwaterLadies Organization

BLO CELEBRATES 20 YEARS!

The BLO is celebrating 20 years in Bentwater with a special style show featuring past presidents as models. The style show will be the program for the February 11th luncheon with fashions pro-vided by Hotsie Totsie of Montgomery. Hotsie Totsie is owned by Bentwater resident and BLO member, Cathy Wilson. Please login at www.bentwater.com to sign up for the luncheon.

In March, the BLO luncheon on the 11th will have a “Go Tex-an” theme. Attendees are encouraged to wear western wear and will enjoy a program of western dancing by Laura Balmaceda of Affinity Ballroom in The Woodlands.

Our well-attended January meeting was busy with members signing up for a variety of year-long activities. Many activities in Bentwater are hosted through BLO; such as Antiques, Art

to Lunch, Marathon Bridge, Dining Groups, and Needle and Tea. Other organizations also participated in the sign-up event including LGA, Wineaux, CAR, Assistance League, Bentwater Civic Association and many more.

If you are new to Bentwater and have not joined the Bentwater Ladies Organization, it is not too late to get involved. Even if you work during the day, you can join and become a part of the evening activities. It is a great way to meet new people. You can sign up by logging onto the Bentwater website. Just look for the BLO Luncheon listing and sign up. And don’t worry about having a place to sit… we have a Newcomer’s table where you can meet other new residents and our charming newcomer committee. The next meeting will be on Monday, February 11 at the Yacht Club at 11:30 am. We hope to see you there!

BLO Member with Ellen Hart, Carla Cook, Beverly Smith Caption: Barbara Bowe (Left) and Susan Kove (Right) enjoy the luncheon with other BLO Members

Lew Brown and the Marine Corps Reserve Toys For Tots team

Ladies of Amen ChorusAnn Cavanaugh, Marsha Wilson, Carolyn Jones, Connie Bustamante

Bentwater’s Amen Chorus

Men of Amen Chorus Choir director, resident Keith Ann Gearn

Judi Kippel and Sharon Corzine Karen Hamilton advertising the BricABrac event. Debby Capps inviting attendees on the Coushatta golf and gambling trip.

Jill Cambern and Lynne Cambern Ann Hassinger and Lou Ann MoczarskiExamples of great Bentwater friends, Amy Hammett and Marsha Krezel

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SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT FUNDBentwaterfor Bentwater Employees and their Families

The Bentwater Scholarship Endowment Fund, established with a generous $100,000 anonymous seed donation, is for the ben-efit of Bentwater employees and/or dependents established with Sam Houston State University (SHSU) and Lone Star College System (LSCS) on behalf of Bentwater Property Owners.

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.

Additional donations may be made at any time:o Checks made to SHSU; memo line “Bentwater Scholarship”o Mail to:Sam Houston State UniversityP.O. Box 2537Huntsville, Texas 77341-2537

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Thousands of trees here in Bentwater are among those that have fallen victim to the extreme heat and lack of rainfall we’ve expe-rienced over the past couple of years.

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 throughout this process and lend a hand if possible. If you spot a dead tree in Bentwater, please feel free to take a photo and bring it to us here at the POA office. We appreciate any help, as it is our goal to keep Bentwater beautiful.

Dead TreesThe drought has affected thousands of trees in Bentwater

Marti Hammond shows off her 2012 Lotus Evora. What a beauty!


Beautiful Beverly Smith and one of her terrific grandsons

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The Country Club lawn was transformed into a Winter Won-derland as residents gathered to enjoy the start of the holiday season. The annual event pulled out all the stops. Attendees enjoyed hot cocoa as children made ornaments for their tree, slid down an icy, snow covered slide on tubes and visited with the man himself – Santa Claus.

Everyone enjoyed the sounds of holiday music and enjoyed the lights that decorated the Country Club and Fitness Center and of course the beautiful display at the Main Gate.

It was the perfect way to kick off cooler weather and the holi-day season!

CLUBLighting

“Frosty” greeting Bentwater residents This must be one of Rudolph’s friends!

Terry and Betty Bowie and wonderful family Our golf academy guru, Mark Massengale, and family

Amazing works of art! Santa makes a special stop in Bentwater!

One of the many performers Happy elves

Tonie and Bruce Sellers, both active in our community, working hard for others!

Family fun! continued...


Children enjoy a chilly ride!

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Children and adults had fun making ornaments for their trees.

What a crowd!

Residents line up for the excitement!

What a slide!

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Cathy Higgins and Suzanne Horsley show other mem-bers Delores’ garden.

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“There’s no place like home,” or as four generations of one fam-ily will tell you, “there’s no place like BENTWATER.”

One of our youngest residents, Hannah Grace Gwin, was born on September 20th to proud parents, Robert and Sarah Gwin. She weighed 6 pounds 15 ounces and was 19 ¼ inches long. In 2009, Sarah and Robert moved to Bentwater to be closer to Sarah’s family: parents, Bentwater residents Kim and Todd Bartholet, and grandparents, Bob and Linda Spessard.

Making Bentwater a Family Traditiongenerations

The Bentwater Garden Club met at Delores Williams’ home for the annual Christmas Salad Luncheon. The home and garden were beautifully decorated. Thirty-six members attired in holiday dress attended the salad luncheon and took part in a gardening themed orna-ment gift exchange. The most popular items were those with birds (particularly red robins and cardinals), butterflies, owls, pine cones, holly and pecan shells. The most unusual ornament was a bird that was scented.

The buffet of salads was a marvelous thing to behold. The Garden Club ladies outdid themselves preparing wonderful salads and desserts.

The winners of the door prizes were: Nancy Caillouet, Pauline Tauer, Sher-rie Waggoner, Lynn Guilbault, Diane Wingenback and Barb Strouts.

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

Brenda Palumbo brings a beautiful dessert.

Elvira South is among the Garden Club ladies who gather in the hallway before the luncheon.

Lynn Guilbault, Diane Wingenbach, Nancy Caillouet and Barb Strouts listen as names are called for door prizes.

Anna Richards and Helena Tripp arrive at the annual Christmas Luncheon.

Janice Glass holds the owl ornament she unwrapped during the ornament exchange.

Brenda Palumbo shows her ornament during the exchange game, hoping no one is interested in taking it.

Joyce Alff, Phillis Podlipny and Delores Williams gather in front of Delores’ back-yard fireplace.

Anna Richards, Delores Williams and Helena Tripp enjoy the beautiful day in the garden.

Behind Delores’ backyard fireplace stands a decorated Christmas tree and a friendly moose.

Joyce Alff, Phillis Podlipny and Delores Williams host the Garden Club luncheon.

Helena Tripp and Sharon Corzine Delores Williams and the other Garden Club members visit before the luncheon.

This past year Sarah’s younger sister, Emily Bartholet, moved six houses down from her to become the fourth Bentwater family resident, making a grand total of four generations living in the same neighborhood!

We would like to continue featuring Families of Bentwater in Bentwater Life magazine. If you are part of the Levantino fam-ily, or the McKeown family, or any other family with multiple generations calling Bentwater home, we’d love to hear from you!

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Dear Property Owner:

What does living in Bentwater mean to you? We all agree this beautiful neigh-borhood offers an unparalleled lifestyle complimented by the serenity of a breathtaking landscape; whether you’re gazing across the lake at sunset, admiring the beautifully kept golf courses or simply

admiring your neighbor’s perfectly manicured lawn.

Keeping Bentwater beautiful and peaceful is something we all must work at together. By doing so, property values are enhanced and potential buyers are more attracted to the pristine look and high standards of our community.

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What are the responsibilities of living in Bentwater, a deed restricted community?• Knowtherestrictionsforyourspecificsection.Thereareover100

different sections in Bentwater, each with their own set of restric-tions although there are commonalities throughout all sections.

• Assistinmaintainingthequalityoflifeinyourneighborhoodby adhering to the restrictions.

• Remityourassessmentsonatimelybasistokeepoperatingcosts down. You’ve been doing an excellent job in this area!

• Respecttherightsandneedsofyourneighborswhenyouractions or lack of actions could be detrimental to the quality life of those near you. The most often addressed issues are instal-lation and maintenance of exterior lights, barking dogs, parking of vehicles, storage of boats/watercraft and…golf carts without a permit or driven without a current valid driver’s license.

Good things to know:• Storageofvehicles–Each of your garage spaces should

be utilized to store your vehicles. Guests may park their vehicles in the street, next to the curb, only when there is not enough room for them to be parked in your driveway. Refer to the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for details.

• LandscapingandLawns–Shouldbewellmaintained.

• ExteriorLights-Anornamentallight(maximumof150watts) and pole, as approved by the Committee, shall be locat-ed on the front of the lot next to the driveway entrance. The ornamental light shall be connected to the electrical system in the house located on this lot and be provided with a photo cell so that the light is on during the hours of darkness. It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the ornamental light and pole in good working order at all times.

• Pets–ThereisaleashlawinMontgomeryCountyaswellasaleash policy in Bentwater. Ensure your pet remains contained

POA General Manager Dawn Cleboski

on your property, and if off property, should be leashed at all times. As a responsible pet owner and neighbor, take appropri-ate steps to refrain your dog from barking and causing a nui-sance to those around you. Please pick up after your pet.

• Golfcarts–Golfcartsmusthaveacurrentpermitissuedbythe Bentwater® Country Club and may only be operated by individuals holding a current valid drivers’ license valid in the State of Texas.

• Improvements–Anyimprovementsmadetotheexteriorof your property must have an approval from the Bentwater Architectural Control Committee prior to having any work done. Please inquire at the POA office for the correct applica-tion form, fee and meeting schedule.

• TrashCansandRecycleBins–Shouldbereturnedtotheirstorage location, which is shielded from neighbors and pub-lic view, as soon as the trash is picked up; they should not be left on the street. If you need assistance, ask one of your will-ing neighbors.

Deed Restrictions cover a multitude of additional issues of which you may not be aware. If you do not have a copy of the restrictions for your section, you may wish to purchase a copy from our office with an administrative fee of $20.

We recognize that no one wants to receive a deed restric-tion violation notice, especially when it details fines and other information that may appear to be strong in nature. Please be advised that POAs/HOAs are required to remit certain infor-mation to a property owner when issuing a deed restriction vio-lation notice and we strive to to so in a friendly, courteous and helpful manner.

There are many more adventures as well as times of tranquil-ity to be experienced in our community. Let’s continue to work together in protecting, preserving and enhancing our beautiful Bentwater Life.

Best Regards, Dawn M. CleboskiGeneral Manager

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Bentwater’s Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions 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 Each occurrence thereafter $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 revoke the golf cart permit for up to 60 days or, in the case of continued violations after the initial suspension, per-manently prohibit the owner from using a golf cart on the streets within Bentwater®.

The registered owner is responsible for the golf cart, whether or not they are present during reported infractions.

Requires current permit from the Country Club and licensed driver

GOLF CARTS

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]


Grammy’s Cookie Convoy is gearing up for its next shipment of 5,000 cookies, cards and letters to the troops.

Coordinators would love your help with sending cards, boxing up the cookies, labeling the packages and shipping them off. If you’d like to help, here’s what you need to know:

CARDS:Cards may include Bible verses and encouraging words of sup-port. The message can be a picture from a young child sharing what is special to him or her.

Messages should be addressed “Dear Troops” or “Dear Ameri-can Hero.”

Do not include personal contact information.

Cards and letters can be sent to:

Grammy’s Cookie ConvoyP.O. Box 1202Montgomery, TX 77356

SHIPPING:

If you would like to help with boxing and shipping the cookies, visit troopsproject.com for more information.

You can also find information on the Facebook page, Grammy’s Cookie Convoy.

Grammy’s Cookie Convoy appreciates all of the generous help from Bentwater residents!

Volunteers gather for the 2012 Grammy’s Cookie Convoy to help package cookies and cards for the Troops.

COOKIE CONVOYGrammy’s

Bentwater property owner Alice Bradley likes to sneak away to Hollywood every now and then. While people like to search for celebrities on Rodeo Drive and at other Los Angeles hot spots, Bradley knows exactly where to find a true star – on the set of daytime soap General Hospital. That’s where her daughter, Lindsey Morgan, works long hours portraying the character of Kristina Corinthos Davis, the daughter of the notorious mob-ster Sonny Corinthos and famous mob lawyer Alexis Davis.

“She plays it pretty well. People say her character is just like she is at home – sweet and kind unless she gets mad and she can turn on the drama. She plays a mob princess very easily,” laughed Bradley.

Since she was a young girl, Morgan dreamed of being an actress, but she didn’t find the instant success she’d hoped for. While attending the University of Texas at Austin, one of her profes-sors encouraged her to pursue film. She went on numerous casting calls, including one for a role in the popular television series Friday Night Lights. Although she made it through several callbacks, she didn’t get the part. The process, however, gave her the confidence she needed to make the decision to leave college and move to L.A. There she enrolled in several acting classes and immediately began going to more auditions.

“I was pretty upset, but I know she’s an adult and she promised me she’d go back to college one day. She was on the Dean’s List, that’s what made it so hard for me,” added Bradley.

When Morgan made the move to L.A. in 2010, her fate began to change. She earned roles in two theatrical releases. The first was Detention, which starred Josh Hutcherson and Dane Cook; the second, DisCONNECTED, an MTV movie about cyber bullying. Soon after, she landed the role on General Hospital.

“I’m very proud of her. I’m happy that she has found a role with integrity and is not losing her ethics to further her career. She has a good head on her shoulders and that makes us and her grandmothers proud,” said Bradley.

Although Morgan loves her life in L.A., her mother said Hous-ton will always have a place in her heart. “Los Angeles is where she belongs; she absolutely loves it. But she always says, ‘they are not as kind as the people in Houston,’” Bradley added.

Morgan is almost one year into her four year contract with General Hospital, but she will be taking time out of her busy schedule to speak at the BLO luncheon on September 9th at the Country Club.

Hollywood

The Bentwater Marathon Bridge is sponsored by the BLO each year. In 2012, there were 32 teams competing.

The teams were put into three groups, and the teams played each other within their group. Winners were announced at the November luncheon. It is a great way to meet new people and enjoy some friendly competition! Another Great BLO Event

MARATHONbridge

Television Star, Lindsey Morgan , of General Hospital fame, at My Fit Foods grand opening of their Wilshire Blvd store in Los Angeles. She is standing next to her brother, George Morgan, who is the Director of E-Com-munications for My Fit Foods based in Houston.

Connection


The Beautiful home of Karen and Roger Koerner. The Koerners opened their home to raise money for the Scholar-ship Fund of Southern Women’s Golf Association.

NeighborhoodNews NeighborhoodNews

home tourHolidaySix Bentwater families graciously opened their homes for the 2012 BLO Holiday Home Tour. It was a one-of-a-kind experi-ence for guests as they got the chance to see all of the amazing amenities inside some of the fabulous homes here in Bentwater. Participating homeowners pulled out all the stops when it came to transforming their homes for the holidays. From elegantly decorated Christmas trees to a room full of Santa Clauses, the detail in these homes wowed their guests.

A special thanks goes out to the homeowners who welcomed guests during the two-night event, which raised money for area

charities. Participating homeowners were: Shar Whorton, Joyce and Gary Sewell, Michele and Robert Chiste, Brenda and Gary Luquette, Karen and Roger Koerner and Linda and Jerry Ciaramitaro.

The money raised from ticket sales supported the American Cancer Society, Wounded Warrior Project, Montgomery High School Drama Department – 2012 Trip to Scotland, Samaritan’s Purse, Operation Christmas Child, Scholarship Fund of Southern Women’s Golf Association and Alzheimer’s Association.

Chelsea Endtricht, Susan Ray, Scarlett DeLong and Preston Parkhurt at the Holiday Home Tour.

Michele and Robert Chiste opened their beautiful home to raise money for the Mont-gomery High School Drama Department’s 2013 trip to Scotland.

What a media room!

Guests touring the Chiste’s home were entertained with the beautiful sounds of a harp.

Charming bunk roomGolf room in the Chiste’s home

The courtyard lit beautifully for the holidays Guests drove up to a beautiful sight!continued...


Shar Wharton and Karen Davis enjoying the Holiday Home Tour.

Joyce and Gary Sewell open their gorgeous home to ben-efit the Wounded Warrior Project.

Guests were greeted by a beautifully decorated teal and gold Christmas tree.

A beautiful wine display

Brenda and Gary Luquette open their home to raise money for Samaritan’s Purse and Operation Christmas Child.

NeighborhoodNews NeighborhoodNews

This kitchen in the home of Linda and Jerry Ciaramitaro is a chef ’s dream! Guest check in to tour the home of the Linda and Jerry Ciaramitaro, who raised money for the Alzheimer’s Association.

Gorgeous master bath!Jerry CiaramitaroBeautiful home of Shar Whorton who opened her home to raise money for the American Cancer Society What a Santa collection!

...continued


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Ladies Golf Association(LGA) The Bentwater Ladies’ Golf Association recently held its Santa Claus Open. The event is great chance for the ladies to work on their game and socialize with friends.

Left to Right: Santa played by Joey Ponto, Bentwater resident R.J. Young, 2012 Tour-nament Chair Rita Kimball, 2012 BLGA President Debbie Glass

5th Flight – First Place – Butler, Marlett, McBane and Holbert

5th Flight – Second Place – 63.5 – T. Miller, Syn-nott, Eiland

4th Flight - First Place – 60.6 – Moczarki, Carr, Fisher, S. Jones

4th Flight – Second Place – 64.6 – L. Jones, Weiss, Visage, Bryant

3rd Flight – First Place – 61.6 – Montgomery, Pierce, Hullinger

2nd Flight – Second Place – 62.8 – Morris, Chapman, Heathcott, Kolski

2nd Flight – First place – 61.3 – Bumsted, McGraw, Richards, Dinhoble

Bentwater Yacht & Country Club has re-introduced its popular Expert Listing Program to those quali�ed homeowners who list their homes for sale by March 31, 2013, with Bentwater Sales Corporation. Available to all homeowners who maintain a Masters Golf, or greater, membership level, this exclusive membership program saves sellers 50 percent of the membership transfer fee when they list and sell their home with Bentwater Sales Corporation. Steve Seay, Director of Sales and Marketing at the Bentwater Sales Center, had this to say, “This is such a tremendous o�er the Club is extending to folks who are selling their homes. When you couple a program as aggressive as this with the unique expertise of our Bentwater Sales Executives, you end up with an overwhelmingresponse within the resale market here in Bentwater. If you’re thinking about selling your home this year, this is the time to list it for sale. We’re ramping up the selling season right now and the Expert Listing Program is set to expire on March 31. So, there is no better time than this to list and sell a home in Bentwater.”

With more than $13 million in closings in 2012, Bentwater Sales Corporation leads all other real estate �rms in selling Bentwater property. In addition, the company held nearly 33% of all listings in Bentwater as of December 31st, 2012. “We feel our team of Sales Executives is second to none in the area. With nearly 60 years of combined experience serving Bentwater clients, we are the experts on the Bentwater lifestyle and real estate opportunities within the community,” said Seay. “We have a �nger on the pulse of the real estate market around Lake Conroe and we closely follow the impact of the national economy on sales activity, values and �nancing.”

For more information on Bentwater’s Expert Listing Program and current real estate opportunities, like the ones shown below, please contact Bentwater Sales Corporation at 866-866-8613 or by email at [email protected].

280 Green Cove Drive, 4495 Sq. Ft. 3/4 BR, 2 Story $1,350,000 MLS# 68093454

Expert Listing Program, available for a limited time

Stunning home!! Barrel ceilings; coved lighting; central vac; wet bars in family, outside kitchen & game room;

screened in patio & balcony - what a view. Invisible fence; exercise room AND media room with stadium chairs and big screen; in�nity edge saltwater pool with waterfalls all

around; plantation shutters; surround in family and master; epoxy �oor in garage; unbelievable master bath

- talk about a place to relax!

242 Promenade East, 5008 Sq. Ft. 4 BR 2 Story $750,000 MLS# 92106874

This beautiful golf course home is located on Weiskopf#13 green. Cart path is on other side of fairway.

Spectacular panoramic views across the fairway of Weiskopf #14 & Lake Conroe. In true Tuscan style, this

home is richly appointed with stone, granite, woodwork, wood and tile �oors, high ceilings. The home is

wonderfully designed for easy entertaining with large �owing rooms & great outdoor space with mature

landscape. Download the features list on www.bentwater .com for details. Full Country Club

Membership available.

Bentwater Sales Center

Expert Listing Program O�ers Quali�ed Homeowners a 50% Discount on Transfer Fees, For a Limited Time.


Men of Bentwater – MOBThe Men of Bentwater are working hard to host fascinating monthly luncheon speakers and plan the organization’s three popular annual golf events.

During the January MOB Luncheon, members heard from Bentwater resident Don Ferrarone, an ex-Drug Enforcement Administration agent who now writes screenplays and unearths story ideas for Hollywood action films.

Some of the films he has worked on include: Heat, Déjà Vu, Spy Game, Bad Boys II, National Treasure, Texas Killing Fields and Man on Fire.

This Month

The MOB is planning a special Valen-tine’s Day event similar to the dinner-theatre outings of the past two years, as well as the regular February MOB luncheon program. Visit the Bentwater Country Club Web site for details.

March Speaker: Exxon/Mobil Rep to Describe New Campus Project

Lined up for The MOB’s March 20th luncheon is a representative of Exxon/

Mobil who will discuss the corporation’s new Campus Project under development near The Woodlands at the intersection of I-45 and the Hardy Toll Road.

The overview by Exxon/Mobil Executive Roger Gladstone will be one of the first public discussions of the project offered presented to an area citizens group.

First announced some 18 months ago, the vast Campus Project reportedly cov-ers 385 acres and includes more than a dozen new office buildings, plus an array of support structures and facilities. Industry publications have reported that construction is expected to continue for two more years.

MOB Luncheon Format

MOB monthly luncheon meetings take place on the third Wednesday of each month, except July and August, at either the Bentwater Country Club or Yacht Club dining room. MOBsters start gath-ering around 11 a.m. with the luncheon starting at 11:30 a.m.

The format opens with 5-to-10 minutes of MOB business and discussion, fol-

lowed by lunch. The presentations of featured speakers usually last about 30 to 40 minutes, followed by a question/answer segment.

Mark Your Calendars: MOB Golf Events Slated in May, July and September

Once again the MOB is putting the final touches on its three ever-popular annual golf events — an overnight, out-of-town road trip in May, the fourth annual MOB Hotter-‘N-Hell caper at the Bentwater Country Club in July, and an “away” tournament at a close-by area golf club in September.

Handling the details are Bob Hentges, The MOB’s new board member and director of golf, supported by his prede-cessor, Jack Visage.

The three events last year drew more than 200 MOBsters, and since member-ship is at all-time highs, more players are expected in 2013.

Golf skills are not a pre-requisite for these outings, which feature fellowship and a good time. Players must be MOB members.

Joe and Georgia Constantino Richard and Marjorie Sikes

Phyllis and Vic Prange Tom and Carol Goodwin Michael and Emily Coumos

Bob and Donna Shepherd with Darryl and Karen Hess, enjoying the MOB Holiday luncheon.

February Bentwater Life 3736 Bentwater Life February NeighborhoodNews

Contributed by Bentwater Neighborhood Watch Co-Chair, Bob Hook

Neighborhood WatchSafeguarding Yourself from Identity Theft

NeighborhoodNews

True beauty is something everyone carries. It is rare, however, for people to open their hearts and let it be shown. Imagine yourself as someone without the ability to see the world around you, someone who has no vision at all, who cannot see the breathtaking features of our earth. If you were to meet someone for the first time, you would not be able to see the beauty they show on the outside, but if they carried true beauty, you would experience it, simply by listening to the kindness and purity that comes through their heart.

Who we are should not just be defined by our physical appear-ance, or our natural talents and abilities. It is the way we treat others, what kindness and love we bring, and how we share the light within us with everyone and everything around us.

Feeling true beauty within you is something you should cher-ish and be proud of. Knowing you glow brighter than a radiant beam from the sun, and show a love deeper than the kindness in the Lord’s heart is something to keep with you forever. True Beauty lies within us all, and it is our responsibility to let it radi-ate out into the world!

Bentwater resident and Miss Junior Teen Finalist Lacey Binding is also the winner of the 2012 NAM Junior Teen Alumnae Essay Scholarship

TEEN PAGEANTMiss Junior

It’s never a pleasant feeling when you receive a phone call from your bank or a credit card company informing you that some-one has committed identity theft and has accessed your account or your money.

Identity theft is becoming a growing problem.

What is Identity Theft?Identity theft involves acquiring key pieces of someone’s iden-tifying information, such as name, address, date of birth, Social Security number and other information to impersonate them or use the information without their permission.

What are the warning signs? • Youreceivebillsfromacreditaccountyoudidnotopen.• Youarecontactedbyacollectionagencyregardingadebtyou

did not incur.• Younoticeunauthorizedchargesonyourcreditcardstate-

ments, bank accounts or cellular bill.• Yourcreditreportshowsaccountsyoudidnotauthorize.

How to Avoid Identity Theft• MonitorYourCreditReportwithEquifax,ExperianorTran-

sUnion.• Reviewyourbankstatementsandcreditbillingstatements

monthly.• Watchmerchantsalesclerkorrestaurantwaiterwhohandles

your credit card while they process the sales transaction.• Donotcarryyoursocialsecuritycardonyourperson.Keep

it locked up in a safe place at home.• Avoidwritingyoursocialsecuritynumberonchecksorgiv-

ing it to someone at their request. • Avoidtelephonecallsorlettersadvisingyouhavealargesumof

money coming and the caller requires your social security num-ber or bank account number in order to send you the money.

Remember, the best way to avoid becoming a victim of identity theft is to keep your personal information involving account numbers private.

Bentwater resident Lacey Binding, a Montgomery High School sophomore, and her mother, Tara Binding, recently spent time in Anaheim, Califor-nia at the National American Miss (NAM) Junior Teen Pageant 2012 National Finals. Lacey was one of 134 Junior Teen representatives from all over the United States. It was a great experience, allowing Lacey to meet new friends, visit Disney Land and shop on Rodeo Drive. But perhaps the most memorable part of the trip was the success Lacey achieved when her pageant essay was rec-ognized as the NAM Junior Teen Alumnae Essay Scholarship winner for 2012. The title of the win-ning essay is “A Vision of True Beauty.”

Lacey was kind enough to share the award-win-ning essay with Bentwater Life. Thank you, Lacey, and congratulations on a job well done!

A Vision of True BeautyBy: Lacey Binding

The vision of perfection and beauty in my eyes is pure. Real beauty is deeper than the eye can see and shines like a diamond in the rough. Discovering genuine beauty takes much more than looking at ones physical appearance; it takes looking into the soul of the human being before you and searching for the spar-kle that they carry inside. As Elisabeth Kubler once said “People around you are like stained glass windows. They sparkle when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is light within.”


NSRW North Shore Republican WomenNorth Shore Republican Women officers for 2013 were installed during the December meeting by County Court at Law #2 Judge Claudia Laird. Presiding over the membership will be Sharon O’Neil of Bentwater. Others include Sandi Cur-tis, 1st Vice President/Programs; Gail McKinnon, 2nd Vice President/Membership; Lynell Soltys, 3rd Vice President/Ways & Means; Dorothy Woodall, Secretary; and Betsy Moore, Trea-surer/PAC Treasurer.

Another highlight of the meeting was recognition of elected officials representing our area of Montgomery County. Sev-eral attended the luncheon and were given a lighthouse pin by NSRW President, Irene Kerr, in appreciation of their efforts.

The Madrigal singers of Montgomery High School delight-ed the large crowd with their musical program, complete with costumes.

State Senator Robert Nichols visiting with State Representative Brandon Creighton. They were among the many elected officials attending the luncheon.

2013 NSRW Officers - Front Row: Betsy Moore, Sharon O’Neil, Sandi Curtis;Back Row: Dorothy Woodall, Lynell Soltys, Gail McKinnon

I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” Oftentimes it is difficult to find just the right recipe to take away the bitterness and make the lemonade sweet. As the lemonade recipe goes, so goes our lives. There are a myriad of things that can happen to us in life that can cause us to have hurts, habits and hang-ups. Whether it is having been bullied on the playground as a child, to suffering the loss of a loved one, a divorce, a drug addicted or alcoholic child or spouse, dealing with one’s own alcoholism or childhood sexual abuse, abortion guilt or domestic violence, healing from any of the problems of life can be a challenge that is difficult to tackle. We are very blessed and fortunate to live in this amazing com-munity called Bentwater, but that blessing and privilege does not provide immunity from life’s battles and the scars that are often left behind. There is something, however, that can help the scars fade away.

Recently, the pastors at North Shore Church asked me to attend a seminar to investigate a recovery ministry called Celebrate Recovery. We had all heard of it and knew that it was a ministry that was started by Rick Warren and John Baker of Saddleback Church in California, but we weren’t quite sure how it worked or if it would be a fit for our church and our community. Recently I completed my master’s degree in Therapeutic Mediation and Christian Counseling and I went through a recovery program several years back as a result of childhood issues that had haunt-ed me well into adulthood. It seemed a natural fit for me to go to the seminar and see what this program was all about.

As I sat in the room full of people from all over the country, I realized that they were no different than me. They had all either recovered or were on the road to recovery from a variety of life’s hurts. Their stories were so moving and inspirational. As I lis-tened it became evident that it was God at work in each of their lives that was the common thread. I heard stories of a marriage that is reconciled, several types of addiction that had finally been broken, grief from the loss of a child healed, depression finally lifted, eating disorders resolved and even same sex attraction that was being eliminated. I realized that, as these people told their stories… God is still interested in healing both our bodies and our hearts. He wants hearts that are broken, ashamed, victimized or addicted to have hope that He loves them and wants to heal them.

I came away from this training not only equipped to teach what I had learned, but eager to spread the word that Celebrate Recovery would be coming to North Shore Church. This is a whole family approach to healing that helps children and teens heal from hurts at the same time their parents are heal-ing. Whether you are 5 or 95, it is never too early or too late to learn about the healing power of Jesus Christ. Being healed and whole is a beautiful thing that we all deserve and we can all have. To get more information on Celebrate Recovery or for private counseling, call the church at 936-597-7000 and leave a message. Your call will be confidentially returned.

Abundant Blessings,Tammye Markle

Celebrating Recovery SeminarContributed by: Bentwater resident Tammye Markle

North ShoreChurch


As you go online to register your guest, please note the following:

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.

SETTING UP YOUR ACCOUNT AND AUTHORIZING GUESTS For use on all three types of accounts:• Beforeyoubeginyoumustcreateacontactinyourpersonal

email address book. Name the contact anything you like, however, the following email address MUST be in your con-tact list in order for you to receive the confirmation email: [email protected]

• Goto:http://www.bentwaterpoagate.com• 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 not occur if you didn’t create the contact as indicated above). 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:

DAY AND EXTENDED PASSES, use the box underneath “Day and Extended”

• Listcorrectlythedateofarrivalanddurationofyourguests.• Ifclearingmorethanoneguestfortheday,movetothe

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

• Alwaysauthorizeyourguests,DAYPASSES,EXTENDEDPASSES OR SEMI- ANNUAL PASSES, in the same order, 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, includ-ing times when you are not at home. Please keep this list as short as possible for the safety of all.• Typeinnamesandapprovelist.• Nameswillstayuntilyouremovethem• OnceyouhaveaSemi-AnnualPassList,itwillbeavailable

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 compa-ny. 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.)

Make it easy for your guests by giving them the exact name as you have entered it. The entrance greeters will have your infor-mation as you have entered it. Example: I am here to see John Smith. My name is Ray Jones.

TWO DIFFERENT NAMESIf 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.

EXPIRATION INFORMATIONYour 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 pass-word 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, check the “Notify by E-mail on arrival” box and select or add your desired e-mail address before approving your guest.

OTHER METHODS OF REGISTERING GUESTSWe ask that you register your guests online when possible. If you are unable to do so, you can use any of these methods:• FaxtotheMainEntranceat936-597-4198• CalltheMainEntranceat936-597-4190• CallthePOAMonday–Fridayfrom9a.m.–5p.m.at936-

597-5532Due to the ever increasing amount of traffic at both gates, we request that you register guests online when possible, and then use the above procedures in the given order. If you prefer to use one over another, feel free to use which ever you choose.

ENABLING FAST ACCESS TO THE ENTRANCE WEB SITE ON YOUR PERSONALLY OWNED COMPUTER• Addwww.bentwaterpoagate.comtoyourfavoriteslist• Logonwiththe“Rememberme”boxchecked

• Whenyou’refinished,donotlogoff,simplycloseyourwebbrowser or go to another site

By following each of the above steps, the next time you visit you will not have to enter your username and password. Your infor-mation will be remembered until you either log off the system or clear your cookies.

IMPORTANT: When using a public or shared computer to access the system always click “Log off ” to ensure that your cre-dentials are not available to the next user.

The system supports the following web browsers:• InternetExplorer• Firefox• Chrome• Safari• Opera

USER FEEDBACK FOR THE ONLINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM“Love the online guest system! For me, it’s much faster and easier to manage approvals, especially when having several contractors/vendors in for a project or event. I like being able to schedule in advance and not worry about it again, then being able to check back and review who I have coming when. Handy tool!”Carole LaRose

“I absolutely love the new on-line system; it is so convenient and I don’t have to disturb the gate personnel to register guests. It is very user friendly which is great; it really couldn’t be easier. I have never had an occasion to use the email notification of guests arrival… haven’t given any surprise parties but that would be extremely helpful. I really do not have any suggestions for improvement; it’s just perfect for me. Thanks for making it easy for us Bentwater residents!”Laura Kubiak

“The online system was an excellent idea and makes it much more efficient to clear people to enter Bentwater. By entering the information yourself, you are able to record clearance on a real time basis and also eliminate the possibility of errors or delays from having the entrance staff record the information from phone calls.”Terry Karka

Bentwater Resident Online Guest Approval Program

Online GuestREGISTRATIONThanks to Bentwater resident Patrick Harren for creating the Bentwater Online Guest Registration software.


The volunteer Auxiliary of the Conroe Regional Medi-cal Center held their annual holiday party at the Bent-water Yacht Club. After a wonderful lunch, the Madri-gal Singers of Montgomery High School gave an excel-lent performance for the vol-unteers. New Auxiliary officers were installed for 2013, with the outgoing President, Bentwater resident Lynn Berringer, being honored by the incoming President, Bill Vance, also a Bentwater resident. Jerry Nash, the CEO of the Conroe Regional Medical Center, addressed the group and discussed future directions and construction plans for the hospital. He thanked the Auxiliary for their 33,000 hours of service in 2012 and encouraged them for the coming year.

The mission of the Auxiliary of Conroe Regional Medical Center is to support and assist the hospital and community in

Bentwater Resident Bill Vance Named President of Conroe Regional Medical Center Volunteer Auxiliary

Regional Hospital

maintaining a caring, compassionate and supportive hospital. They provide a friendly link to all patients, patient families and hospital staff, and work to provide a sympathetic and stress reduced environment.

The volunteers serve in various areas such as manning informa-tion desks at entrances. They act as hosts in waiting rooms for Surgery, Cath Lab, ER, and the ICU to help patients and their families. Volunteers drive carts to assist in transporting people in parking lots. They assist the hospital in specialty areas such as imaging, nuclear medicine and occupational therapy. The volun-teers also operate a gift shop in the hospital, proceeds of which

are used to give back to the community by supporting local agencies such as Women’s Center, Children’s Safe Harbor and the Conroe Chaplaincy Association. In 2012 they also funded $36,000 in scholarships for Montgomery County High School graduates to pursue the study of medicine or other health relat-ed fields.

If anyone has a few hours a week to spare and wants a way to give back to our community, consider serving as a hospital volunteer. The Auxiliary will provide training and match assign-ments to your interests. Contact the CRMC Volunteer office (936) 539-7433.

October – December 2012

During the final three months of 2012, the Montgomery County Sheriff ’s Office responded to 14 alarms, three welfare checks and four incidents of criminal mischief within Bentwater. Two of the criminal mischief cases involved the vandalism of outdoor holiday decorations; one involved a home being wrapped with toilet paper and the final involved tires of a vehicle being slashed.

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Madrigal Singers arrive at the Yacht Club

Volunteers enjoy the luncheon

Jerry Nash, CEO of Conroe Regional Medical Center addresses volunteers

Outgoing President, Lynn Berringer, receives memento from incoming President, Bill Vance

Dedicated volunteers


Starch up the Wranglers, polish your boots and mark your cal-endars. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is upon us.

Reliant Park will transform into a cowboy’s dreamland, starting Monday, February 25. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (HLSR) is the world’s largest livestock show and rodeo dedicated to benefiting youth, supporting education and facilitating better agricultural practices through exhibitions and presentation.

Along with the world-class rodeo cowboys and cowgirls enter-taining more than 70,000 people each night, you’ll find amazing livestock exhibits, unique vendors, mouthwatering food, one-of-a-kind art and of course, nightly concerts featuring the best entertainers in the music industry today.

Bentwater resident Dave Clements will also be there, capturing all of the excitement with his camera lens. He has shared with us some of the photos from the 2012 HLSR, just to offer a taste of what’s to come.

This year, country music superstar Toby Keith will open the rodeo on Monday, February 25. And the “King of Country”, George Strait, along with Martina McBride and the Randy Rogers Band will close out the rodeo on Sunday, March 17, as part of Strait’s farewell concert tour.

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“Never in our wildest dreams did we think we would visit two such unique continents, certainly not in the same year! One, a crystal desert with beautiful unassuming wildlife; the other, varied landscapes with exquisite wild animals,” said Bentwater friends, Linda Pierce and Janice Slaughter.

The two women, who share a love for adventure travel, had set their sights on a trip to Antarctica in February of 2010. They made it down to Ushuaia in Argentina, boarded a ship to cross the Drake Passage, and then learned the trip would be cancelled due to equipment problems on the ship. With determination, they immediately booked another trip to the “crystal desert” con-tinent for January 2012. This time they flew from Punta Arenas in Chile to Antarctica. Their effort to get there was so worthwhile: gorgeous icebergs surrounded by bright blue sea, penguin colo-nies nesting with their babies and seals riding on ice floes. The adventure included navigating through icy channels and hearing the ice crunch, hiking up snowy mountains and riding down on

their backsides, riding in zodiacs and seeing reflections of snowy mountains in the still and quiet waters and enjoying the warm hospitality on the ship after an adventurous day.

Then in August of 2012, they travelled to Africa for an “ulti-mate African experience.” Their adventure included staying in five tented camps in three countries: Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe. They enjoyed up close and personal encounters with the “big five”: elephants, leopards, lions, hippos and rhinos; and a variety of other beautiful animals and birds. Other highlights included an introduction to life in a village in Zimbabwe and a hike plus helicopter ride around the awesome Victoria Falls. Their African experience was capped off with a stay in and around Cape Town, South Africa.

Although their travels have taken them far from home, they always remember their Bentwater community with their “THIS IS THE LIFE!” sign.

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Beautiful iceberg Linda Pierce and Janice Slaughter in Antarctica with Adele penguins in the background.

Up close and personal with penguinsA seal on an ice floe

Pierce and Slaughter walking with a lion in Africa.

Visiting Cape PointLadies in Cape Town

Ladies proudly display their Bentwater sign in Africa.


UNITED WAYNew faces for 2013

Bentwater’s Montgomery County United Way (MCUW) is already hard at work, helping to benefit the lives of others in 2013. MCUW ended 2012 by helping make Christmas a little brighter for a nonprofit that serves intellectually disabled youths and adults.

getting them ready for the big sale. The plant sale is part of the facility’s annual fundraising effort.

Bridgewood Farms was founded in 1967 to provide opportunities and lifestyle choices for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The 53-acre facility provides programs for individuals who are 16 years and older.

A special thank you…

A special thank you goes out to departing Bentwater United Way Leadership mem-bers Patti Mennes, Thelma Miller, and Fred Ziker for their tireless efforts on behalf of Montgomery County United Way.

Patti Mennes served as the chair of the Leadership Committee during the 2012

campaign year. Prior to that, Patti was responsible for communications and mar-keting for Bentwater United Way.

Thelma Miller served on the residen-tial campaign subcommittee and spent countless hours gathering, coordinating, and updating addresses of Bentwater residents for the annual fundraiser and kickoff event for United Way.

Fred Ziker served on the corporate campaign subcommittee that sponsors a health fair for Bentwater employees.

Their selfless contributions have greatly benefitted the United Way.

MCUW welcomes new Leadership Committee members: Robert Miner, Bill Lindsey, and Stephen Hann, and Wanda Begnaud (not available for photo).

Officials at Bridgewood Farms report they sold more than 2,200 holiday poin-settias – their entire allotment for the year – in only 10 days. MCUW spent many long hours potting the plants and

Stephen Hann, 2013 MCUW Leadership Committee member

Bill Lindsey, 2013 MCUW Leadership Committee member

Robert Miner, 2013 MCUW Leadership Committee member

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Bill and Susan Thacker enjoying the gondola voyage. “It was very interesting,” said Susan. “It winds through a network of small canals just west of the Piazza San Marco.

a tour of italy with omega travelTravelBentwater residents Bill and Susan Thacker recently traveled to Italy with a group of friends for an amazing adventure, lead by the talented team of Omega Travel.

The specially designed vacation took travelers to all of the noted sights, includ-ing The Duomo and the Canal Grande, as well as to wineries, unique shops and decadent restaurants.

“Bev and Ed Robb are great hosts and fun to travel with. Both are very person-able and have visited the Mediterranean and The Holy Land many times and know all the ‘ins and outs.’ We are plan-ning to go to The Holy Land with Ome-ga in 2014,” added the Thackers.

The Thackers were pleased to share with us photos of their recent journey.

Before heading up the coast to Cinque Terre, they stopped at Portovenere, and old fortified town which is now a popular vacation spot for Italians.

The Ponte Vecchio, the oldest surviving bridge in Florence, is filled with jewelry shops, some expensive, some very expensive.

The vineyards and winery at Fontana Candida. They offer a leisurely wine tasting in an old villa at the winery.

The western section of Pompeii, which is only about one third of the total town size, has been most extensively uncovered. “It contains the most interesting ruins,” said the Thackers.

The village above Lake Albano, a volcanic lake. There are many vacation homes and resorts near this quaint village.

The Canal Grande, which is the “main street” of Venice at dusk.

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“Omega Travel met the test - things went very smoothly and the accommodations were first rate. Local guides were experi-enced and very knowledgeable. We saw the main sights on our trip from Rome to Venice, plus we enjoyed several side trips to locations where we were the only group there,” said Bill Thacker.


VeteransEvery morning we awake to freedom. Know that it is because our military continues to 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.

Joe Ashy Air ForceJim N. Curry NavyGeorge Dempster Air ForceAllen Rosa Army

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] or 936-597-5532.

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

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End of January 2013January 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 23 – 27 Wednesday – Sunday-Houston Auto Show at Reliant Center. See more than 500 of the newest model year import and domestic vehicles, including several Texas debuts, alternative fuel/electric vehicles and concept cars. Adult tickets are $10.00. Children 12 and under get in free. For times and more info, visit reliantpark.com

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

January 26 – 27 Saturday and Sunday-See the Harlem Globetrotters at Reliant Arena. For tickets, call 1.800.745.3000

February 2013February 1 – 3 Friday – Sunday-The Owen Theatre, Conroe, presents The Lion in Winter by James Goldman. Friday and Saturday nights’ shows begin at 8 p.m. A Sunday matinee begins at 2 p.m. For ticket information, call 936-539-4090 or visit owentheatre.com

February 1 – 12 Starting Friday-Mardi Gras Galveston. It’s the third largest Mardi Gras celebration in the U.S. Event

takes place in the Historic Strand District. Festival spectators stroll through 12 city blocks, experiencing live music, extrava-gant non stop entertainment including Mardi Gras style parades, balcony parties, live music and other fun events.

February 1-14 Starting Friday-BENTWATER – Valentine’s Day Sale at the Day Spa

February 1 – 17 Starting Friday-Alley Theatre, Houston, presents Clybourne Park. “Audacious. Provocative. Inventive” Recommended for mature audiences. For more information, visit alleytheatre.com

February 2 Saturday-BENTWATER – Crab Night at the Yacht Club; 6 p.m.

February 2 Saturday-Dosey Doe presents Mark Chesnutt and Band for “Dinner and Show.” For more information, visit doseydoe.com

February 5 – 10 Tuesday – Sunday-Hobby Center, Houston presents Catch Me if You Can, based on the Dreamworks film and the incredible true story that inspired it. Catch Me if You Can is the highflying, splashy new Broadway musical that tells the story of Frank W. Abagnale, Jr., a teenager who runs away from home in search of the glamorous life. Tickets start at $25.00. For more infor-mation, visit hobbycenter.org

February 6 – 10 Wednesday – Sunday-Houston RV Show at Reliant Center. It’s

the largest RV show in Texas with more than 600 units on display. Visit reliantpark.com for times and ticket prices.

February 7 Thursday-BENTWATER – Birthday Night at the Coun-try Club

February 8 Friday-BENTWATER – Sweet Heart Mixed Doubles and Dinner at the Country Club; 6 p.m.

February 8 Friday-BENTWATER – Wine Tasting at the Yacht Club, Harbor Room, 6 p.m.

February 8 Friday -Dosey Doe presents Janie Fricke and Band for “Dinner and Show.” For more informa-tion, go to doseydoe.com

February 8 – 10 Friday – Sunday-Texas Home and Garden Show at Reliant Center. It’s the premier “one stop shop-ping opportunity” for all of your home and garden needs. For more information, visit reliantpark.com

February 8 -10 Friday – Sunday-The Owen Theatre, Conroe, presents The Lion in Winter by James Goldman. Friday and Saturday nights’ shows begin at 8 p.m. A Sunday Matinee begins at 2 p.m. For ticket information, call 936-539-4090 or visit owentheatre.com

February 9 Saturday-BENTWATER – LGA Mini Member – Mem-ber Golf Tournament on the miller Course; 9:30 a.m. shotgun

February 9 Saturday-BENTWATER – Chinese New Year Celebra-tion at the Yacht Club


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February 9 Saturday-Houston Wedding Showcase at Reliant Center. Event runs from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Find designer dresses, event locations and all of your catering needs. For more infor-mation, visit reliantpark.com

February 10 Sunday-BENTWATER – Couple’s Tournament on Weiskopf Course; 12:30 p.m. shotgun

February 10 Sunday-Dosey Doe presents Christopher Cross for “Dinner and Show.” For more information, visit doseydoe.com

February 10 Sunday-Moody Gardens, Galveston presents the 27th Annual Mardi Gras Ball for Special

People at the Moody Garden Convention Center. Each year Moody Gardens hosts the ball for special people, which provides the opportunity for people with disabilities to safely enjoy the spirit and fun of Mardi Gras. Admission is free for people with special needs, their immediate families and caregiv-ers. For more information, call 409-683-4108.

February 11 Monday-Ladies Night Out from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. at Market Street in The Woodlands. A fun, friendly ladies program is held the second Monday of every month. The event covers a variety of rotating topics, including health and wellness, fashion and nutrition and fitness, among others. Each month, a different store in Market Street hosts the event. The event is free, but pre-registra-tion is required. For more information, visit marketstreet.org.

February 12 Tuesday-BENTWATER - Game Night at the Country Club; Bridge and Canasta; 6 p.m.

February 13 Wednesday-BENTWATER – Ladies’ Canasta Game Day @ the Country Club; 11:30 a.m.

February 14 Thursday-BENTWATER – Valentine’s Day Dinner at the Yacht Club; 6:30 p.m.

February 14 – 22 Starting Thursday-BENTWATER – Valentine’s Featured Spa Treatments @ the Day Spa

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-Huntsville Community Theatre presents The Trip to Bountiful. Friday’s and Saturday’s shows begin at 7:30. Sunday’s perfor-mance is at 2 p.m. For more information, go to huntsvillecommunitytheatre.org

February 15 – 16 Friday and Saturday-Stage Right presents The Drowsy Chap-erone at the Crighton Theatre, Conroe. Shows begin at 8 p.m.

February 16 Saturday-Dosey Doe presents Don McLean with “Dinner and Show.” Tickets start at $145.00. For more information, visit doseydoe.com

February 16 – 17 Saturday and Sunday-Hot Rods of Texas Swap Meet from 7:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Montgomery Co. Fairgrounds. Enjoy food vendors and a variety of auto related items for sale.

For more info, call 337 – 249 -7667 or visit hotrodsoftexas.com.

February 17 Sunday-BENTWATER – Sunday Brunch @ the Yacht Club; 11 a.m.

February 17 Sunday-Southwest Wedding Show from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Lone Star Convention Center, Conroe. Admission is free. For more information, call 713-253-2863.

February 21 Thursday-Lunch and Learn Workshop with Bruce May. Bring you lunch and hear Bruce May, host of Business Insights on WayMoreFM, discuss “Strategic Networking.” Free for chamber members. For more information, visit Conroe.org.

February 21 – 23 Thursday – Saturday-BENTWATER – Bentwater City Limits at the Yacht Club; 5:30 p.m.

February 21 – 23 Thursday – Saturday

-World’s Championship BBQ Contest at Reli-ant Park kicks off the 2013 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. The contest is three days of cooking, competition, eating and dancing. For more information, visit hlsr.com

February 22 Friday-BENTWATER – Men’s Golf Association D-Select pairings party; 6 p.m.

February 22 – 24 Friday – Sunday-Huntsville Community Theatre presents The Trip to Bountiful. Friday’s and Saturday’s shows begin at 7:30 p.m. Sunday’s show begins at 2 p.m. For more information, go to huntsvillecommunitytheatre.org

February 22 – 24 Friday – Sunday--Stage Right presents The Drowsy Chaper-one at the Crighton Theatre, Conroe. Fri-day’s and Saturday’s shows begin at 8 p.m.; Sunday’s show begins at 2 p.m.

February 23 Saturday-BENTWATER- Men’s Golf Association D- Select Golf Tournament on Weiskopf Course; 9 a.m. shotgun

February 23 Saturday-BENTWATER – Men’s Tennis Clay Court Inter-Club with the Forest Club

February 23 – 24 Saturday and Sunday-High Caliber Gun Show at the Lone Star Convention Center; Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $7.00 for adults; children 12 and younger get in free. For more information, visit texasgunshows.com

February 25 – March17 Starting Monday-Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at Reliant Park. HLSR is the world’s largest livestock show and rodeo dedicated to benefiting youth, supporting education and facilitating better agricultural practices through exhibitions and presentation. For a complete lineup of events, visit hlsr.com.

February 25 Monday-Toby Keith performs at the Houston Live-stock and Rodeo. For tickets, visit hlsr.com

February 26 Tuesday-BENTWATER – Game Night at the Country Club; Bridge and Canasta; 6 p.m.

February 26 Tuesday-Montgomery County Association of Busi-ness Women (MCABW) will hold their monthly luncheon at Incredible Pizza Com-pany from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The MCABW provides a forum for local businesswomen to support each other – both in the profes-sional and personal lives. For more infor-mation, call Carol Gooch at 713-256-8002.

February 26 – March 10 Starting Tuesday-The Hobby Center, Houston, and Theatre Under the Stars presents Man of La Mancha. Windmills beware as the whimsical, fabled

Don Quixote once again aims for “The Impossible Dream” in his quest to become a legend in his own mind. Tickets start at $24.00. For more information, visit thehob-bycenter.org.

February 27 Wednesday-BENTWATER - Ping demo Day at the Prac-tice Facility; 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

February 27 – March 2 Starting Wednesday-Erica Starr Theatre, Sam Houston State Uni-versity, presents Our Town. For ticket infor-mation and show times, call 936-294-1339

Upcoming in MarchMarch 3 Sunday-Demi Lovato and Austin Mahone perform at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. For ticket information, visit hlsr.com.

March 6 – March 24 Starting Wednesday-Alley Theatre presents A Few God Men. Recommended for mature audiences. For more information and ticket prices, visit alleytheatre.com

March 7 Thursday-Sheriff Tommy Gage Campaign Fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds. For more information, call 936-537-7639.

March 7 Thursday-Dosey Doe presents Jesse Cook with “Din-ner and Show.” Tickets start at $78.00. For more information, visit doseydoe.com

March 9 Saturday-Chris Tomlin LIVE The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. Show starts at 7:00 p.m. For more information, visit events @ wood-landsevents.com

March 9 Saturday-29th Annual Young Texas Artists Final-ists’ Concert and Awards at the Crighton Theatre. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. It’s one of the best classical music competitions. See the best of the best compete in this official state competition. Categories include: Piano, Voice, Strings, Percussion and more. Choose the “Concert Only” ticket for $27.00 or “Bach, Beethoven and BBQ and concert ticket” for $125. For more information, call 936-441-7469.

March 11 Monday-Jason Aldean performs at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. For ticket infor-mation, visit hlsr.com.

March 16 Saturday-Luke Bryan performs at the Houston Live-stock Show and Rodeo. For ticket informa-tion, visit hlsr.com

March 17 Sunday-George Strait, Martina McBride and the Randy Rogers Band perform at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. For ticket infor-mation, visit hlsr.com

March 19 – 31 Starting Tuesday-The Hobby Center, Houston, presents Jer-sey Boys. More than 70,000 theatregoers cheered when Jersey Boys made its sell-out debut in Houston in January 2008, now it’s coming back! Tickets start @ $29.00. For more information, visit thehobbycenter.org

March 23 – 24 Saturday and Sunday-Old Town Spring hosts Spring Fest – Wine and Art Festival, Texas Style. The annual event is one of the largest wine exhibitions and tasting events in the Houston area. For more information, oldtownspring.com

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Lynn Guilbault, 2012 Antique Friends president, announced that she and the other 2012 officers had all agreed to serve again

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Antique Friends had a fulfilling, fun year and everyone is looking forward to welcoming new members and planning future trips and activities.

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