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June 2011 Volume 3, Issue 6

News for the resideNts of Copperfield

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TOWN HALL MEETINGMonday June 27, 2011, 7:00 to 9:00 PMCopperfield Church, 8350 Highway 6 N.

Please join us to discussissues important to our residents, businesses and community, as well as providing us feedback on Copperfield Coalition projects.

The topics include:1. Redesign of the Longenbaugh @ Hwy 6 entryway2. Cell Phone Towers on Cy-Fair. I.S.D. Property and in the area3. Slow storm water drainage in Copperfield4. H-GAC’s Transportation Improvement Program for Hwy 6 @ FM 529.

We would like to share our sketches, diagrams and 3-D models of the designs that we would like to see implemented at Longenbaugh @ Hwy 6 and Hwy 6 @ FM 529. We need your help; please join us to discuss our plans for Copperfield and the surrounding area. Refreshments will be provided.

COPPERFIELDCOALITION.COMCopperfield Coalition supports “Smart Growth”

We encourage residentsand businesses to learn about what options there are and how they can become involved in the process. Please come to the meeting, become involved in your community.

Who We Are and What We Do:A community of Citizens concerned with the Smart Growth of

the Copperfield Area…Our Mission: By working with residential, business, and governmental groups, our goal is Smart Growth that continues to preserve the architectural character, the property values and the quality of life in Copperfield, while maintaining the safety and enjoyment of all of our villages.

Please visit our website and see the About Us pagefor more details on who we are.

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TheLONGENBAUGH TREES

Since last Arbor Day, 2010, when many of the trees were cut down for the widening of Longenbaugh, we have been negotiating with Harris County to plant live oak trees in the medians of Longenbaugh within the Copperfield boundaries. These trees will fill in the bare spots to give a fuller look.

The Copperfield Coalition and the County Project Engineer did walk, mark and assist with the placement of 38 Oak trees along the Longenbaugh Corridor from Royal Gardens to SH6. The planting of trees was completed on March 25, 2011. It looks absolutely wonderful. We would like to give our sincere thank you to Howe Hilton, Walt Peckham, and Commissioner Steve Radack for providing and installing the oak trees. We would also like to thank the Copperfield Community Association for their support.

TheLONGENBAUGH PROJECT

We are currently working on The Longenbaugh Project, which involves modifying the existing intersection on Longenbaugh at SH6. Our plans call for the reinstallation of a green median with trees. We have sketches, diagrams and a 3D model to present to Commissioner Radack’s office. We are currently rallying support from area businesses as well as various home owners associations. Please come to the meeting on June 27, 2011, and hear and view our plans in detail. There is a survey on our website concerning the Copperfield entryway on Longenbaugh at SH6. Please cast your vote and send us your comments and/or your letters of support concerning the Longenbaugh Project.

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SH6 AT FM529There is considerable information concerning these three projects;

please come to our Town Hall meeting June 27, 2011, to learn about our plans and ideas and to give us your input.

www.copperfieldcoalition.COMWe have a NEW website...copperfieldcoalition.COM. CopperfieldCoalition.COM is the

official website of the Copperfield Coalition./.ORG is NO longer associated with the Copperfield Coalition. Please bookmark our new website and make contact with us.

Please view our website for up-to-date information, important meeting announcements, a list of projects, and a history gallery of our activities, including the defeat of the TxDOT proposed SH6/FM529 overpass project. For the betterment of our area…join us…work with us…become an advocate for Copperfield! We need volunteers!

-The Board of Directors Copperfield Coalition

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At Buds and Blossoms, gardening is an adventure for everyone to enjoy! This month the ladies trotted along on an educational tour not only learning about the gardening process, but also admiring the impressive selection of plants and gorgeous flowers that are available for us to enjoy. We also unanimously voted to approve the funds for assisting organizations that our Ways & Means Committee recommended.

During our June meeting, we will have the pleasure of meeting the 10 recipients of our scholarship program. It is a privilege to provide assistance to the young men and women that are striving for a brighter future. The winners will not only share their current accomplishments, but they will also share their exciting plans for the future. We are looking forward to their visit!

CWC is a service organization that gives back to the community with scholarships for graduating high school seniors, at Lone Star College, Cy-Fair and grants to other non-profits in our community. Our monthly meetings are not only educational and enjoyable, but they develop lasting fellowships.

Membership in the CWC is open to all ladies in Northwest Houston neighborhoods. Currently we meet the first Thursday of most months at West Houston Church of Christ at 7:00p.m. for social time and refreshments, followed by a program at 7:30p.m. The church is located at Queenston and West Road. We will not be meeting in the month of July.

We would love to have any women in the area join us. If you have any questions about our club or need directions to the church, please contact Susan McLeroy, Membership Chair at [email protected].

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langham Creek Cheerleaders

Submitted by Karen WhiteWell, those Lobo cheerleaders were at it again! Word spread

about their positive spirit and enthusiasm and on April 25th, a third elementary school, Metcalf, requested the Lobo cheerleaders come out and inspire their kids to give it their all on the TAKS test! We are so proud of how you are always reaching out to help in the community, Girls!

It is not all work and no fun for our girls, however. On May 15th, they enjoyed fun and games at their annual picnic. It was a great time for the girls and their families to get to know one another. It is going to be an amazing season!

You do need money to run a successful team and our cheerleaders are not afraid to work for it. And work for it they did at their annual car wash held on May 21st in the Fuddrucker’s parking lot. Lots of cars, lots of suds and lots of fun! Thank you to all who came out and supported the Lobo Cheerleaders.

Did you check out the talent of the new squad at the Lobo Spring Game on May 24th? They were there showing just a sampling of great things to come this season.

Hope you senior parents caught the cheerleaders handing out programs at the Berry Center for the Langham Creek graduation on June 5th. Just another way that our girls serve their school. Now though, the girls do get a break until August 1st. Then it is cheer camp and...wahoo!..football season kicks off! Go Lobos!!!

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Range Plan Public WorkshopJune 7, 2011

METRO is hosting a series of public workshops to discuss the future of transit in our region. They are working with communities throughout their service area to learn where service is needed and how they can modify or add to existing service to better serve the needs of the community. They will be exploring options for transit services including: Street cars, Commuter rail, Light rail, improved Bus Service, Bus Rapid Transit, HOV/HOT Lanes.

You can attend a METRO public workshop to discuss the future of transit in the local community. Meetings are located throughout the METRO service area, making it easy for you to participate. There will be twenty-five community workshops throughout their service area starting May 10, 2011, and continuing through June 30, 2011. All public workshops will be held from 6 - 8 p.m. The closet workshop to Copperfield will be held Tuesday, June 7, 2011, at Cy-Fair Library (at Cy-Fair College), 9191 Barker-Cypress Rd., Cypress 77433.

To view this announcement, with additional dates and locations, please visit www.copperfieldalliance.org and

go to the “What’s New” page.

Crimson CadetteDrill Team Dance Clinic

Cypress Woods High School16925 Spring Cypress Rd.

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

The Cy-woods Crimson Cadettes Drill Team will host their 6th annual dance clinic for K-12 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on August 10-12. This is a major fund-raiser for the team and enables them to participate in activities throughout the 2011-2012 school year. The fee is $55 and includes dance technique, specially choreographed routines for each age group, a t-shirt, drinks and snacks each day and a picture for each participant. Showoffs will be held the last day at 11:30 a.m. For more information email [email protected] or check out our website at www.crimsoncadettes.com. On the website, you will find a sign-up form and a link to PayPal for easy payment.


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summer mixers for neW aggie moms - 2011The Northwest Harris County Aggie Mom’s Club will be hosting

“Summer Mixers” for new Aggie Moms throughout the northwest Harris County region. The NWHC Aggie Mom’s organization provides an opportunity to meet other Aggie Moms, provides valuable information about Texas A&M University, and funds scholarships for Aggie students and on campus student organizations at Texas A&M. If you are a new or current Aggie Mom, we welcome you to join us at one of the following locations in your area. Please RSVP to Judy Thompson at 281.798.4312 or Tish Otten at 832.722.5983 so our hostesses know how many people to expect. We look forward to meeting you!

Monday, June 21, 2011 – 7 pm(Lakewood Oaks Estate Area)

Alicia Collins, Hostess ............13510 Cahill Lane, Cypress 77429Saturday, June 25, 2011 – 2 pm

(Lakewood Forest Area)Tish Otten, Hostess .................13114 Chriswood, Cypress 77429

Sunday, June 26th, 2011 – 2 pm(Spring Area)

Mary Holub, Hostess .......18419 Falling Oak Way, Spring 77379Thursday, July 7th, 2011 – 7 pm

(Tomball Area)Jo Miller King, Hostess ............... 11918 Mariposa Canyon Drive, .........................................................................Tomball 77377

Sunday, July 10th, 2011 – 2 pm(Copperfield Area)

Judy Thompson, Hostess ........................7519 Wisteria Ridge Ct., ........................................................................Houston 77095

Thursday, July 14th, 2011 – 7 pm(Jersey Village Area)

Denise Jungels, Hostess ................. 8529 Wyndham Village Drive, ........................................................................Houston 77040

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If your son/daughter will be attending CyRanch High School next school year and you are not currently on our email list, please email us at [email protected] and let us know that you’d like to be on our list and tell us what grade(s) your child(ren) will be in.

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Networking and Business Luncheon - Cy-Fair Express Network invites you to their monthly meeting and luncheon. Bring plenty of business cards for networking. Please make reservations online by June 17 @ www.cyfen.org or call Darlene Hajduk @ 713-939-9730.

Our mission is to bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support, and national recognition.

As the school year is coming to an end, the Cypress Woods High School Key Club is wrapping up a great year of service. Over the past school year the

Cy-Woods Key Club has served at the Houston Food Bank several times and has

volunteered in the community by helping at elementary school activities and other events throughout Cypress. The Cy-Woods Key Club has also helped raised money for Alex’s Lemonade Stand, an organization that raises money for pediatric cancer research. Cy-Woods has over 200 members and is ranked in the top 25 Key Clubs in all of Texas and Oklahoma. If you are interested in learning more about the Cy-Woods Key Club, or are in need of student volunteers for an event, contact us at

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Do kids need sports drinks?Although children may request sports drinks, they offer little

advantage over cool water, say nutritionists at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) in Houston and the USDA/ARS Children’s Nutrition Research Center at Baylor and Texas Children’s Hospital. Sports drinks are designed to benefit athletes engaged in continuous, high-intensity aerobic workouts that last for 90 minutes or more.

But, if the availability of sports drinks encourages your kids to drink, consider making your own. Combine caffeine-free herbal tea, a little sugar, a pinch of salt, a few ounces of orange juice, and chill in individual bottles. Active kids need to fill up on fluids to prevent dehydration. Children should be encouraged to drink before heading outside and every 15 to 30 minutes during playtime activities.

Combination of limes, sun can result in‘margarita dermatitus’

Adding a slice of lime to a favorite summer drink is nice to cool off with, but it could leave your skin burning, say dermatologists at Baylor College of Medicine.

The condition, called phytophotodermatitis, happens when a certain plant compound comes in contact with the skin, making that one area light sensitive. During the summer, lime juice is the common cause for this condition, which is why some doctors call it ‘margarita dermatitis.’ The reaction usually looks like a sunburn, or a poison ivy rash, with redness and sometimes swelling and blistering, says Dr. Rajani Katta, associate professor of dermatology at BCM. It can be itchy and painful, and leave behind skin discoloration.

Treatment is similar to treating a poison ivy rash. Cool compresses and hydrocortisone creams along with oral antihistamines are used. Severe cases could require steroid pills. Preventative action is best. Be aware of what plant products you come in contact with and wash the area thoroughly before going out in the sun. As always, make sure to apply sunscreen and stay in shaded areas to maintain good skin health.

Physical activity keeps Parkinson’s at bayThe management of Parkinson’s disease is much more effective

when regular exercise is included, say experts at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) in Houston. “There’s no doubt that people who have a positive attitude and exercise generally cope with the disease much better than those who don’t,” said Dr. Joseph Jankovic,


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of the individual patient, is critical for continued well being. Exercises for Parkinson’s patients should be designed to improve strength (through the use of free weights, weight machines, and elastic bands) and overall fitness (by walking and swimming). Swimming and water exercises have the additional advantage in that there is very little stress on the joints and the resistance improves muscle strength.

Traditional colonoscopy recommendedover virtual method

The option for a “virtual” colonoscopy is now available but doctors at Baylor College of Medicine recommend sticking to traditional methods when screening for colon cancer.

A virtual colonoscopy is a CT scan image of the colon and does not require the use of an endoscope - a thin, flexible device that is inserted into the colon.

“While a virtual colonoscopy may sound less invasive than traditional methods, it isn’t always as accurate,” said Dr. Waqar Qureshi, associate professor of medicine and chief of endoscopy at BCM. “A scan is more likely to miss small precancerous growths, and catching those polyps early is the key to preventing progression to colon cancer.”

Studies have shown that polyps smaller than 6 mm are frequently missed by CT scanning, Qureshi said. For someone who is at high risk for colon cancer, missing a polyp can be deadly. Almost all

instances of colon cancer begin as polyps, which are easily detected and removed

during a colonoscopy.M a n y t i m e s a v i r t u a l colonoscopy must be followed

by the traditional method, he added, and both procedures require the same preparation, which includes laxatives, diet restrictions and in some cases certain medications must be stopped.Colon cancer screening

should take place every 10 years starting at age 50. If colon

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fINaNcIal focusKnow Your Investment Risks — and How to Respond

When you invest, you take some risks. While you can’t totally avoid these risks, you can take steps to help reduce their impact and increase your comfort level. And the more comfortable you are with your investments, the easier it will be to follow a long-term strategy that can help you meet your goals.

Let’s look at the most common types of risk related to investing, along with some suggestions on helping to reduce these risks:

Losing principal — This type of risk is most closely associated with investing. For example, when you purchase a stock, you know that its value could go up or down. If it drops below your purchase price, and you then sell your shares, you will lose some of your principal.

Your response — You can’t eliminate the risk of losing principal, but by owning a mix of stocks, bonds, government securities and other types of investments, you can help reduce the impact of volatility on your portfolio. Keep in mind, though, that diversification, by itself, can’t guarantee a profit or protect against loss.

Losing value when interest rates change — This type of risk primarily affects fixed-income investments, such as bonds. If you purchase a bond that pays, say, a 4% interest rate, and the market rate goes up to 5%, then the value of your bond will drop because

no one will be willing to pay you the full price for it when newer, higher-yielding bonds are available.

Your response — You can combat, or even ignore, interest rate risk by holding your bonds until they mature. By doing so, you’ll get your full principal back, provided the issuer doesn’t default, and you’ll continue to receive regular interest payments unless the bonds are “called,” or repurchased by the issuer. (You can help protect against this by purchasing bonds that have some degree of “call protection” and by owning bonds with different maturities.)

Losing purchasing power — This risk largely applies to fixed-rate investments such as certificates of deposit (CDs). To illustrate: If you purchase a CD that pays 2%, and the inflation rate is 3%, you are actually losing purchasing power.

Your response — Despite their vulnerability to inflation, CDs can offer you some valuable benefits, such as preservation of principal. Yet if you are concerned about fighting inflation, you may want to look for investments than have the potential to offer rising income, such as dividend-paying stocks. In fact, you can find stocks that have increased their dividends for many consecutive years. (Be aware,

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though, that companies can reduce or eliminate dividends at any time. Also, an investment in stocks fluctuates, and you could lose your principal.)

Apart from these individual techniques to reduce investment-related risk, you should also save early and save often — because the more money you accumulate, the greater your ability to follow a long-term strategy that reflects your personal risk tolerance. That’s why it’s a good idea to contribute as much as possible over the years to your IRA and 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plan.

By understanding the different types of investment risk, and by acting to help lessen them, you can reduce much of the stress sometimes associated with investing — while you increase y o u r p r o s p e c t s for achieving your objectives.

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Copperfield CourierCommunitY Changes lives

By Sarah S. Jordan, MSIn late April, I was fortunate enough to

be a small part of an incredible event in my neighborhood called “BBQ4JD.” The theme on the back of the event t-shirts read “Community Changes Lives,” and I don’t think any other words could have summed it up better than those three words did.

What I witnessed was a large community coming together to support a child and family with love, donations, many hugs, and ongoing prayers. I could not believe how many people, children, volunteers, and businesses came out to contribute their time, energy, and love to the event. It definitely showed the true colors and generosity of the neighborhood and the wonderful people that live there.

We moved there almost two years ago, and I have to say that I feel very fortunate to be part of such a great community. Through family time at the pool on weekends, attending business networking meetings, offering free women and stroller fitness classes, attending

holiday events, and volunteering at a few things, great connections have been made and a large community feels much smaller to me.This got me thinking… what are some ways that we can all get more plugged into our own neighborhoods? Here are some great ways to do just that.

VOLUNTEERCommunities put on so many great

events throughout the year, and there are always volunteer opportunities and ways to get more involved.

DONATEIf you own a business or have a

product that could be helpful to an event or silent auction, donate your time and/or an auction item. As they say, you have to give in order to receive, and there is so much to be gained in the spirit of giving to others. I cannot tell you how many incredible people I have

been fortunate enough to meet through the giving of my time and services.

READ THE COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER EACH MONTHA great deal of time and energy is

spent in creating those newsletters, and they are a great way to stay updated on what is happening around you and to connect with the members, events, and local businesses in your community.

GET MOVING TOGETHERStart a running or walking group.

Plan a fun run/walk for parents and their children in your area to promote being active.

FIND PEOPLE WITHSIMILAR INTERESTS,

and join or form a group, whether that is a book club, moms group, or business-networking group. So much is gained from partnerships and networking.


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Community Changes Lives - (Continued from Page 11)WELCOME NEWCOMERS

Within a day or two of moving in, one of my neighbors had already showered us with free ice cream coupons to his shop. And other neighbors had already given us their cell phone numbers in case we needed anything. A little bit goes a long ways in making people feel welcome.PLAN A POTLUCK FOR YOUR NEIGHBORS ON YOUR

STREET ONCE A YEAR Food + Families = Fun!What ever you find to work for you and your family in getting

involved, may you find immeasurable enjoyment from your efforts. Community really does change lives.

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Bashans Painting & Home Repair

• Interior & Exterior Painting• Hardi Plank Installation• Wood Replacement• Sheetrock Repair• Interior Carpentry• Cabinet Painting• Wallpaper Removal and Texturizing• Pressure Washing• Fence Repair/Replacement• Garage Floor Epoxy• Custom Staining• Roofing• Gutter Repair/Replacement• Faux Painting

Commercial/ResidentialFree Estimates

281-347-6702

References Available • Fully InsuredNo PAymENt UNtIl ComPlEtIoN

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Recipe of the Month Chili Con Queso

-Melt cheese in double boiler with milk. Saute onions, garlic in margarine until soft but not brown. -Add green chilies, pimentos and taco sauce.-Cook about 10 minutes covered.-Add cheese mixture.-Blend well, but do not boil. Serve hot or cold. -Keeps well in a glass jar in refrigerator.-Reheat in double boiler or microwave.-Can be used as a dip, or a sauce on broccoli,cauliflower, or green beans; or a spread for toast or stuffing for celery. All 1 T to scrambled egg for“eggs Espanole”.

INGREDIENTS

2 lbs. Velveeta cheese, cubed1 - 13 oz. can evaporated milk¼ lb. margarine2 onions, chopped fine2 or 3 garlic buds, minced12 or 14 whole green chilies, seeded & mashed1 large jar pimentos, chopped1 large can taco sauce

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CY-RANCH CLASSICS

GOLF TOURNAMENT

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Longwood Golf Club

(13300 Longwood Trace Cypress, Texas 77429)

Please join the Cy-Ranch High School Classics Parent Club as they host the Cy-Ranch Classics Golf Tour-

nament on Wednesday, June 15, 2011. The tournament will be a four-man scramble which will begin at

9:00 a.m. with a shotgun start. All proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Cy-Ranch High

School Classics Drill Team. All entry forms MUST be turned in to Amy and Warren Janak by June 3,

2011!

Tournament Registration & Check-In will begin at 8:00 a.m.

Individual ~ $125 Foursome ~ $500 (Entry Fee Includes: Green fees, cart, range balls, shirt, goodie

bag, lunch, and silent & live auction opportunity.)

Team Captain____________________________ Player #2__________ ___________________

Phone #__________________________________ Phone #_______________________________ _

Shirt Size ___________ Shirt Size____________

Player #3________________________________ Player #4___________________________ __ _

Phone #___________________________________ Phone #_________________________________ _

Shirt Size____________ Shirt Size_____________

Sponsorship Opportunities: Includes Signage at Specific Location, Lunch, and Shirt

Putting Contest Sponsor $250 Name_____________________ Phone #________________ Shirt Size_____

Longest Drive Sponsor $250 Name_____________________ Phone #________________ Shirt Size_____

Closest to the Pin Sponsor $250 Name_____________________ Phone #________________ Shirt Size_____

Hole Sponsor $150 Name_____________________ Phone #________________ Shirt Size_____

Sorry, I/we cannot commit to a sponsorship and/or play in the tournament, but wish to donate

___________________________________________________________ for the silent/live auction or goodie

bags for the tournament.

Donated by: Name _____________________________ _ Phone # _____________________________

We are a 501( C ) 3 Organization and For Tax Purposes our Tax I.D. # is 262702933

Check Amount Enclosed: $________________ Total Amount Charged: $________________

Make Checks Payable to: CRCPC, Inc. VISA MasterCard American Express

(Cy-Ranch Classics Parent Club, Inc.) Account #________________________________

Expiration Date: _______________

Return completed form to: CRCPC, Inc. at 12826 Mason Terrace Ln., Cypress, TX 77433

Contact Amy or Warren Janak at 281-550-2576 for details and/or questions.

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busINess classIfIedsgarage doors aNd oPeNers Repair or replace. Broken springs and cables replaced. We also offer preventive maintenance. New openers installed $290.00. Please call CHOICE DOOR at 281-807-5588 or 713-545-3414. Ask about our door/opener discount package pricing. Credit cards accepted. 7 day service.

raINco IrrIgatIoN sPecIalIst: Commercial & Residential. Backflow Testing, Drainage, Irrigation (Sprinkler) System, Design & Installation, Service & Repair, Rainbird – Hunter. Fully Insured. Lic. # 9004 & 9226. Call 713-824-5327.

less thaN a PeNNY:You can run a business classified in the Copperfield Courier and reach all of Copperfield for less than a penny per home. Call 512-263-9181 for details.

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