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Food and Fun

Patels Mouthwatering Catering: Best tasting and affordable catering in town! Chaat, khakra, masaala dosa, idli Samber, and many more savory dishes. Reasonable and delivered right to your door. Proudly serving Sugar Land, TX. Call Mrs. Hansasaben Patel for pricing (281)575-1653.

Banquet Hall Rental: Holiday parties, Recepections, Quinceaneras, Anniversary's. (281)292-4275. INDIVIDUAL

Reading By Rose (281)783-2447.

4 new DJ speakers: $4800. (713)384-0194. INDIVIDUAL

Discover nature inside and out at this critter-inspired day of family fun at Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens. From the animal-influenced art inside the house to the rabbits, squirrels, birds and bugs outside in the gardens, Bayou Bend is practically crawling with creatures.
Sunday, February 19, from 1pm to 5pm. Last admission at 4:30pm. Admission is free. Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens: 6003 Memorial Drive at Westcott Street.
For more information, visit www.mfah.org/bayoubend or call (713)639-7750.

NATIONAL
ENGINEERS WEEK February 16-22. Rub elbows with real life engineers February 16, 18-19. Engineering offers the world imaginative and innovative solutions to any task at hand and National Engineering Week celebrates those independent minds and ideas. We're preparing the next generation of talent through creative activities that will put any aspiring engineer to the test.
For more information, visit www.cmhouston.org or call (713)522-1138.

Eagle Scout gathering on Feb. 29, 2012, to feature NASA astronaut and Eagle Scout Michael Fossum & Recognize Outstanding Eagle Scouts in Greater Houston Area For Commitment to a Life of Service: Eagle Scout Networking begins at 5:30pm. Merrell Center: 6301 South Stadium Lane. Katy, TX 77494.

BUFFALO BAYOU Partnership and the Lancaster Hotel present a book signing with Louis Aulbach Buffalo Bayou: An Echo of Houston's Wilderness Beginnings. Sunday, February 5, 2012. Reception and book signing will follow the discussion. Sunday, February 5 from 2:30-4:30pm at The Lancaster Hotel: 701 Texas Avenue, 77002.

Gullah is a West African culture that survived the hardships of slavery and remained almost unscathed until the 1950's when the Sea Islands were connected to mainstream America through bridges. Now, the Children's Museum of Houston is reviving the arts and practices of the Gullah people in a reinvented, powerful new exhibit, titled Cum Yah Gullah, opening February 25, 2012 through September 8, 2013. For more information, please visit
www.cmhouston.org or call (713)522-1138.

Saturday, February 25, 2012. 1pm. George R. Brown Convention Center. All students from grades 6 to 12 are encourraged to attend! Free admission. Meet with college representatives. Attend student and parent workshops. Learn about careers. Apply for financial aid. Apply for college admission. For more information, contact:
Houston Hispanic Forum
4635 Southwest Freeway
Suite 360. Houston, Texas 77027-7193; Phone (713)522-8077; Fax 1-888-551-2009.
E-mail:
hhf@hispanic-forum.org
Website:
www.hispanic-forum.org

2012 Community Indicators Symposium: Human Capital Development and Education: Early Childhood, K-12, Workforce Preparedness. Place: George R. Brown Convention Center
Date: February 10, 2012
Registration and Breakfast 8:00am
Symposium 8:30am to 3:00pm
Contact: Heidi Beale, hbeale@futurehouston.org, (713)844-9329. Register at: https://www.houston.org/chf_secure/chf_event_symp.asp

Valentine sweetie photography sessions! $50. Call Amanda G. (832)334-2532.

Habi Asian Chef, 307 W Parkwood Ave, Friendswood, TX 77546 (281)992-5588

dj mixer for sale dj-400 pioneer $250. (713)384-0194. INDIVIDUAL

Saturday, March 31, 2012 10am- 2pm @ Kingwood Middle School- 2407 Pine Terrace Kingwood, 77339. Free family fun! Inflatables, face painting, food and more.
Brought to you by: Humble ISD and KMS Student Council. For information contact: H. Gordon @ 281-852-4610 or HGordon639@aol.com

MINI WONDERS: February 9-15. The Children's Museum of Houston (CMH) welcomes the little ones to roam our halls freely and search for fun-filled activities during Mini Wonders Week. Engage in a fun-filled week of problem-solving activities and idea-discovering at the exclusive Tot*Spot exhibit- for children 35 months and under- and throughout the Museum. For more information, visit www.cmhouston.org or call (713)522-1138.

2012 Houston Career Fairs: February 7. May 8. August 7. November 6.
2012 Houston Venue: Houston Marriott West Loop by The Galleria. 1750 West Loop South, Houston, TX.

Children's Museum of Houston invites kids to get into the act in brand-new balance exhibit. January 28- May 20, 2012. Put your sense of equilibrium to the test in Balancing Act, a new hands-on and feet exhibit. From teetering toddlers to tight-rope walkers, balance is something we use in our everyday lives. Discover what keeps spinning tops spinning, gymnasts on track, and ice skaters on the edge! For more information, please visit www.cmhouston.org or call (713)522-1138.

Sign up today for the 24th Annual Houston Area Women's Center Race Against Violence. March 3. Build your team. Make a difference. www.hawc.org/raceagainstviolence

NEED A Photographer? (832)499-6277.

up coming party, wedding, event or just need portraits? Starting $100. Call Amanda G. (832)334-2532.

dj amps qsc 2450 3 crossover 1 equalizer 1 power supply, $1900. (713)384-0194. INDIVIDUAL

Houston Wellness Boutique would like to share information on healthy weight loss programs to reach your 2012 goals. Every Thursday in February from 3:30pm- 4:30pm. RSVP required. Contact Number: (713)522- 7465. Location: 2715 Bissonnet, Suite 203. Houston, TX 77005 in West University. Website: www.HoustonWellnessBoutique.com

Children's Museum of Houston celebrates our rich heritage during Black History WonderWeek: February 23-29. Our history is rich and diverse and the American story would not be complete without the significant contributions of African-Americans. This week CMH will pay tribute to African Americans and how they have shaped and influenced our history and community. For more information, visit www.cmhouston.org or call (713)522-1138.

Valentine’s Day Party
at Taylor’s of Houston.
A Beautiful Voices Concert. February 12 at 7pm- 12am. (832)267-4503.

Children's Museum of Houston inviting moms to mingle over free breakfast and coffee. Every first Wednesday of the month beginning through Jan. 2, 2013. 10am- Noon. Daddies, nannies and caretakers are welcome too! For more information, visit www.cmhouston.org or call (713)522-1138.

Get packing- and head over to the Children's Museum of Houston to honor Bubble Wrap® Appreciation Day during the Bubble Wrap® Bonanza. Everyone's favorite popping, pliable plastic is celebrated nationally the last Monday of January. Make pandemonium by popping, poking, and puncturing this famous packaging plastic. Pop bubble wrap to the musical beat or use it to create a crazy kaleidoscope. Children's Museum of Houston, 1500 Binz, Houston, TX 77004. For more information, visit www.cmhouston.org or call (713)522-1138.