Kingwood Connection News

Family Finances � A Role For Both Spouses

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:44:12 +0100

makelessnoise (http://www.flickr.com/photos/makelessnoise/) / CC BY 2.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/) Dad mows the yard, cooks all the meals, and handles all repair jobs. Mom does all the grocery shopping, is in charge of taxiing the kids to their ‘practice du jour’, and takes care of the laundry. Division of household duties such as these sounds all too common these days. In most cases, the handling of family finances falls to a particular spouse as well. However, when it comes to the family finances, it is imperative that both spouses play a role. If not, the result could be a devastating blow when a spouse...

Harris County Precinct 4�s Senior Adult Program Announces Free Ongoing Art and Exercise Classes

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:34:19 +0100

Harris County Precinct 4’s Senior Adult Program (SAP) announces two new ongoing programs for adults (ages 50 and better,) at the B. F. Clark Community Building at Southwell Park, 27419 Nelson Road, Spring 77373. Join the body toning and chair exercise classes on Monday and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. beginning July 6. This exercise class increases strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility. Participants should wear lightweight clothing, and plan to bring a towel and a water bottle. If you have concerns or have a serious medical condition, please check with your physician before attending the class.

Business is Rosy for Flowers of Kingwood

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 20:29:37 +0100

Kingwood, TX: (http://kingwoodconnection.com) Within the past few months our own lovely Robin Martinez, AAF, American Academy of Floriculture (AAF) and certified, TMF, Texas Master Florist, and owner of Flowers of Kingwood, has received accommodations and awards from several different organizations. Robin has been recognized by Teleflora, the world’s leading floral service’s as one of the Top 250 for 2007 and Top 500 for 2008 businesses. She was also recognized by the Houston Business Journal Top 50 Fastest Growing Women-owned Business in Houston - /2008, and is the Allied Florist of Houston 2008-2009 Member of the Year. Robin’s recognitions...

Kingwood 4th of July Festivities for 2009

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 19:00:00 +0100

Kingwood, TX: (http://kingwoodconnection.com) Whether torrential thunderstorms or sweltering heat, the Fourth of July is always a day to celebrate in Kingwood. This year, residents will have a difficult time choosing between three Saturday evening festivities: the fireworks at the Town Center Park (index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=474&Itemid=39) Festival, Alspaughs Street Dance, and the 2nd Annual Independence Day Concert at Kings Harbor. There will be plenty of fun for kids kicking off at 6:00 am with a Fishing Rodeo, continuing with a Bike Decorating Contest and 4th of July parade, and festival fun at Town Center. If you have been pining for the opportunity to...

New Jesse Jones Park Improvements with Judy Overby Bell Trail

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:43:10 +0100

Judy Overby Bell stands in front of the trailhead sign dedicated in her honor. Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Jerry Eversole is pleased to announce the completion of the second trailhead in the Spring Creek Greenway project. The new “Judy Overby Bell Trail” is approximately 1.1 miles long and is made of reclaimed asphalt from Precinct 4 road projects placed over a over a stabilized base.The trail goes northwest from Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center located at 20634 Kenswick Drive in Humble.