Blog entries - September 2009

Richmond Man Wins Lottery

Daphne Hager — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 05:00:00 +0100

What would a Richmond resident do with a million dollars? That is the question that is being answered by Lloyd Haynes of Richmond, TX who won $1 million dollars recently.

Friday September 18, Lloyd was on his way home from enjoying a local football game when his wife, Lovie, encouraged him to stop and buy a couple of Blockbuster tickets. While Lloyd was reluctant at first, he stopped and bought two of them. By 9:30pm he was scratching the first of two tickets to no avail, and his reluctance turned to disdain.

But, starting on the second ticket he saw a winning number, and then another winning number with a symbol for the $1 million prize. Of course his disdain turned to excitement as he yelled for his wife Lovie. She coolly commented, “Well, we won a million dollars.”

Lloyd’s answer to the million dollar question: “One thing I want to do is help my children who gave us our nine grandkids. This money will go to help them with their kids’ educations. Lovie and I might take a little trip, too.”

The mission of the Texas Lottery is actually to generate revenue for the Foundation School Fund, so it is fitting that this prize money will be used to support education.

Lloyd purchased his ticket at Rudy’s Stop N Shop on 1018 Damon St. in Rosenberg. This was the 10th prize for $1 million, but there are still 30 $1 million prizes left to be had.

Source: www.fbherald.com

Imagination Campus Offers School-Age Fun for Lakemont Kids

Daphne Hager — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Are you looking for a place where your child can learn and explore the world in a safe, yet diverse environment? If so, then join other Lakemont families in welcoming Imagination Campus - the “Ultimate Intelligence Raising Environment.” Imagination Campus offers a safe and friendly environment and is proud to be named the first Texas eco-healthy childcare and preschool by the OEC environmental council.

The campus offers daily childcare and schooling for children, birth through Kindergarten, to give them not just a head start but a leap in learning. Each curriculum is specially created and geared towards the unique stage of development your child is in. As your child grows, the curriculum changes to provide age appropriate and individually tailored classes which stress critical thinking through a globally oriented curriculum. Over time they learn about language and grammar, math, art, and technology to name a few. They even begin hearing French, Spanish and Mandarin at age two, with language classes starting at age three – always learning at their own pace in an encouraging academic environment.

Once they’ve entered grade school children can still take part in the academic programs through the After School Enrichment Program. Imagination Campus provides transportation from five Lakemont area schools throughout the school year. The program includes a healthy snack and time to do homework with the help of imagination counselors, followed by fun, relaxing activities based on a themed module which changes every three weeks (e.g. cooking or learning about matter) to increase their knowledge and understanding of the world.

Lakemont residents that do not attend Imagination Campus can still take part in the enriching activities offered through workshops and events. Imagination Campus even hosts birthday parties and offers summer camps for area children.

Upcoming Events:

September 24: Art from Far Far Away (FREE Family Event) September 25: Movie Director’s Workshop - Lamar CISD Day Off ($55 Ages 5-12) October 2: Imagination Spy Clinic – Katy ISD Half Day Off ($35 Ages 5-12) October 12: Movie Director’s Workshop – Katy ISD Full Day Off ($55 Ages 5-12) October 8: Imagination Spy Clinic – Lamar CISD Half Day Off ($35 Ages 5-12) October 9: Bon Appetit! – Lamar CISD Half Day Off ($35 Ages 5-12) October 23: Pee Wee Boo Ball (FREE Family Event, 6-8:30pm)

Reservations are required.

For more information on how your family can benefit and take part please visit www.ImaginationCampus.com

Lakemont Now Offers Lake View Homesites!

Daphne Hager — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Lakemont Shores, Lakemont’s newest village, is now open! This new village is home to Lakemont’s final recreation site: an expansive park setting featuring a gazebo, picnic area, landing and tiered hill, all overlooking the community’s newest lake. Brighton Homes and J Patrick Homes have recently released a limited number of lake view homesites in this new section, where new homes are priced from the $260’s to the $300’s and are located on spacious home sites.
Brighton Homes just opened a beautiful new model home, the Chandler. This spacious floor plan offers 6 bedrooms and three and one half baths encompassing 4,208 square feet. Come see this beautiful new section, lake view home sites and an impressive new model home!

Gehan Homes Joins Lakemont Builder Line-up

Cheryl Boe — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Gehan Homes is the newest builder to joined master-planned Lakemont by Friendswood Development Company. Located off Mason Road adjacent to the entrance of the Westpark Tollway, Lakemont features new homes priced from the $140,000s to the $300,000s by Perry Homes, Lennar, J. Patrick Homes and Brighton Homes.

Gehan Homes, known for innovative designs throughout the Houston area, will offer its Premier Collection of home designs priced from the $140,000s to the $180,000s. The one- and two-story floor plans range in size from 1,520 to more than 2,700 square feet.

A new model home and sales office will open soon in the community, where sales are already under way. For more information on Gehan Homes in Lakemont, contact sales associate Scott Villarreal at 281-875-0398.

The 900-acre community features lakes, two recreation centers, two resort style swimming pools, parks and greenbelts.

Lakemont is also home to McNeil Elementary School, one of the newest schools in the Lamar Consolidated Independent School District and one that has earned an Exemplary rating from the Texas Education Agency for the outstanding achievements of its students and teachers. McNeil Elementary School’s principal, Ken Davis, was recently honored as a National Distinguished Elementary School Principal.

Lakemont’s continued success in attracting new home buyers can also be attributed to the community’s strong resident involvement. In addition to a variety of nearby conveniences such as shopping, medical centers, employment centers and recreation, Lakemont residents have a wide array of activities and events right in their own community.

The Lakemont Homeowners Association hosts various events that benefit residents of all ages throughout the year and the Lakemont Ladies Association organizes a number of different activities that all enable residents to get out and meet one another. Lakemont’s resident volunteers are also busy in planning fun events for residents such as the introduction of outdoor movie nights.

Lamar Consolidated ISD Dropout Recovery Walk September 12th

Daphne Hager — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Lamar Consolidated ISD, Fort Bend County school districts, the city of Houston, and Houston area school districts are collaborating once again to visit the homes of drop out students to convince them to return to school and graduate. The Dropout Recovery Walk is set to take place on September 12th, and is currently taking volunteers.

Drop outs have quite an impact on the economy of Texas, so this effort is important to strengthen the community and keep Houston, Fort Bend, and surrounding areas on top. "It is difficult to describe the impact that occurs when caring adults use personal time to travel to a student’s home and discuss concerns for the student’s future," states Rhett Gray," LCISD administrator for Truancy and Dropout Prevention. "There were several success stories from last year’s event. Not all the students do return, but we are motivated by each one that does."

Volunteering for the Dropout Recovery Walk is open to a wide variety of people. Volunteers range from non-profits, local governments, schools, businesses, and more. Before attending the walk volunteers will receive training and travel in groups with information packages. These packets include program options and academic instruction. Those who can't make it in person may still assist by making calls to former students. This is a great way to get them back on track to earning a degree.

Those interested in volunteering for the Dropout Recovery Walk should contact Rhett Grey at 832-223-0406.

Source: Fort Bend Herald

Labor Day Fun With Remote Controlled Planes In Fort Bend

Daphne Hager — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Remote controlled airplane enthusiasts and those with curious children in the Fort Bend area can visit a great show this weekend! The Fort Bend Radio Control Club is hosting its 12th Annual Radio-Controlled Model Air Show this Labor Day.

On Monday, September 7th, the event will run from 9am to 2pm on the West side of Fort Bend County Fairgrounds in Rosenberg. Just look for the Fort Bend Radio Control Club's flying field. The event will benefit for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

The Labor Day event will include a mini air show around noon to 1pm. Aspiring, beginning pilots can take part in a flight training program, as well. The club members will also give demonstrations of jet turbine powered planes, aerobatic planes, and the flying lawn mower.

With a $5 donation to Muscular Dystrophy, visitors can take a 5 minute flying lesson with an instructor. All proceeds for the event, also known as the 'Muscular Dystrophy Fly-a-Thon', will go to Jerry's Kids. Food and drinks will also be available.

For more information on this Labor Day event call Lin Moore at 281-380-1414, Bucky Keller at 281-265-4844, or Charlie Caulkins at 281-238-8477 or visit their website at FortBendRC.com.

View the Event Flyer.

Image courtesy of FortBendRC.com

Source: Fort Bend Herald

Rosenberg Parks Director Earns National Certification

Daphne Hager — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 05:00:00 +0100

Lakemont and the Rosenberg area have someone to be proud of! Darren McCarthy, Rosenberg Parks and Recreation Director, has met all National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) requirements and is a Certified Park and Recreation Professional through 2012. Only 12 recreation professionals in the region hold that certification, which testifies to the difficulty of accomplishing the feat.

McCarthy is also the certification chair for the Texas Recreations and Parks Society for TRAPS Region Four, covering the greater Gulf Coast and Houston. The NPRA is a nonprofit organization and is a leading national organization dedicated to the advancement of public parks and recreation via research and education.

Director Darren McCarthy originally came to Rosenberg in October 2007 where he was previously the Parks and Recreation Director in New Hampshire and oversaw six parks similar to Rosenberg's. In addition to ten years of recreation management experience, he is also a Certified Commercial Recreation Professional, First Aid Instructor, and Certified Playground Safety Inspector.

With over 10 years experience and accreditation from the NPRA, Rosenberg area Parks and Recreation are in good hands. Congratulations go out to Darren McCarthy on a job well done.

Image courtesy of Fort Bend Now

Source: Fort Bend Now