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Posted on Apr 17, 2012 | Tagged in: Specials & Promotions , events
Legend Homes is celebrating the grand opening of one of its newest decorated model homes in the Houston area in Wildwood at NorthPointe. Legend joins Lennar, Meritage Homes and Gehan Homes in the new community by Friendswood Development Company. During the April Showers Spring Sales Event, home buyers can take advantage of special builder incentives.
Visitors to this community located just of SH 249 and Northpointe Boulevard can tour five decorated models. New homes in the community are priced from the $130,000s to the $250,000s.
Legend Homes’ new two-story Drake design features an open kitchen, large dining area, a private first-floor master suite and a game and three spacious bedrooms upstairs. Legend Homes’ new designs in Wildwood at NorthPointe are priced from the $130,000s to the $160,000s and range in size from 1,433 to 2,311 square feet.
In addition to a wide variety of new designs, Legend Homes is offering new-home buyers a long list of impressive appointments in its homes, from energy efficiency features to oversized garages.
Posted on Mar 27, 2012 | Tagged in: family , events , community
Break out the Lederhosen and Dirndls! The last weekend in March is the 12th annual Tomball German Heritage Festival. “It’s like Oktoberfest in March!”
It began with a flat bed trailer and a band, today the festival boasts 150 street vendors, 5 stages of live music, a wide assortment of German souvenirs and clothing, arts, crafts, antiques, Heritage Center, German church service, carnival, pony ride, petting zoo, strolling music makers, street performers, and much more.. Saturday night has a colossal fireworks display to celebrate Tomball’s rich history which began in the 1840’s when German immigrants settled the area.
The festival is sponsored by the Tomball Sister City Organization, Wir sprechen Deutsch. For information contact Grady Martin by phone at 281-379-6844 or via email at gradsand@yahoo.com and visit the Tomball German Heritage Festival homepage.
Posted on Mar 16, 2012 | Tagged in: Tomball , sports , family , events , community
Grab your tennis shoes and get hopping! The annual Bunny Run 5K and Kids Fun Run is coming up the second weekend in April. It’s a terrific time for families, friends and the whole community to get together.
Participants and attendees gather at the historic Tomball train depot plaza, 201 South Elm Street, just in time for the race to begin at 8 AM. The USATF certified 5K course goes through the majestic tree-lined streets of the Tomball community. Baby jogging strollers and carriages are eligible to participate in the Kids Fun Run. Prizes will be awarded to the top three participants in each category; ages 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+. All participants in the Kids Fun Run will receive a medal!
Registration forms can be downloaded online, or picked up at Tomball City Hall, located at 401 Market Street or Tomball Public Works, located at 501 James Street. Submissions for registration may be sent via fax at (281) 351-6256 or via e-mail at scox@ci.tomball.tx.us. For more information, please call (281) 351-5484.
Posted on Mar 9, 2012 | Tagged in: family , events , entertainment
Cowboys are some of America’s real-life heroes. Bring your family to the rodeo any night to meet the men and women who bring outstanding performances to the Houston Rodeo every March.
According to Rodeo Houston, Rodeo has existed as a professional sport for more than one hundred years. The professional rodeo cowboy has only recently begun to emerge into genuine professional athlete status.
Take home a keepsake with an autographed back number replica from these athletes. A rodeo ticket is required to enter the park. The Fan Zones are located on the main concourse at sections 109 and 124. The kids will enjoy meeting these real life athletes and heroes. Your children will be able to ask all kinds of questions about the rugged cowboy life- from spurs to flank straps!
Posted on Mar 1, 2012 | Tagged in: family , events , entertainment , community
The 18th Annual Magnolia Showdown is a barbecue cook-off and dance hosted by the Magnolia Area Chamber of Commerce at Unity Park on March 30 and 31. The cook-off is sanctioned by the International Barbecue Club of America and is the most popular cook-off in the region.
In addition to the traditional categories of beans, chicken, ribs and brisket, there will be a margarita division and for the first time ever, a dessert category!
On March 30, wild game meat and margaritas will be judged. The rest of the categories will be judged the following day, on March 31. The grand prize winner in each category will take home $2,000. Music will be performed by the Texas Road Cats in Unity Park. Barbecue sandwiches will be for sale during the performance.
Posted on Feb 23, 2012 | Tagged in: Tomball , news , events , education
Spelling bees are an American tradition that dates back almost ninety years. The first official spelling bee winner in 1925 was eleven year old Frank Neuhauser. He and the nine other finalists were invited to meet the President Calvin Coolidge at the White House.
Tomball ISD’s district spelling bee was composed of twelve students who won their school’s spelling bee. After twenty-two rounds, seventh grader Jennifer Ho from Willow Wood Junior High School won by correctly spelling the word "dressage", which is "the highest expression of horse training" according to the International Equestrian Federation.
Jennifer Ho will now advance to the Houston PBS Spelling Bee this March. The Houston PBS Spelling Bee is the nation’s third largest spelling bee with over 100,000 spellers. The winners will advance to the national spelling bee in June.
Posted on Feb 17, 2012 | Tagged in: Tomball , news , community
The city of Tomball will soon have a mascot of their own. Mike Baxter, the city marketing director made the original request for a costume for a city mascot.
According to Baxter, cities of varying sizes have found marketing and tourism success after creating a mascot. Baxter also said that Choo-Choo Charlie is just a working name at the moment and that the mascot’s official name has not yet been decided.“We can use a mascot on anything from festivals, public relations, photo shoots, advertising, schools and summits,” Baxter said.
“It can also be used as an educational tool,” Baxter mentioned. The mascot can be used in schools to teach local children about the railroad history in Tomball and how Tomball changed its name from Peck, once the railroad arrived.
Posted on Feb 10, 2012 | Tagged in: people , education , community
Prevention is often the best medicine, with that idea in mind Tomball Regional Medical Center is offering a series of health classes.
Online Prepare Childbirth Class mirrors our live classes and is a wonderful option for those who are on bed rest or just simply can not make our weeknight/weekend classes. Upon registration, which costs $75 you will be given login instructions as well as your access code, which is ONLY valid for 3 months. A copy of the book is also included in the price and will be mailed to you upon confirmation of your address.
Breastfeeding Support Group meets every Wednesday, is free to the community and is led by Georgia Crowhurst, our Lactation Consultant. Breastfeeding children under the age of one are welcome. No pre-registration is required. Contact Georgia Crowhurst for additional information at 281-401-7209.
Baby Basics 3-N-1 is a one day course, Saturday February 25 at 9am perfect for expectant parents who are short on time. This course offers three classes to help expectant parents get ready for baby. The following classes are included:
Breastfeeding
Newborn Care
Infant CPR and Safety
Posted on Feb 2, 2012 | Tagged in: Tomball , family , education
Pre-kindergarten is necessary for many parents to return or begin work. It also has the upper hand compared to day care centers.
The result of a pre-kindergarten education is almost always evident in a child’s educational career. Tomball ISD’s program goes above and beyond the standard. According to Tomball ISD, the program builds self esteem, a lifelong love of learning, and fun-filled activities that allow the children to succeed. Skills that the program refines include social, emotional, physical, mental, and language development through hands on activities.
To learn more about Tomball ISD’s pre-kindergarten program visit their website or call (281) 357-3100.
Posted on Jan 19, 2012 | Tagged in: tips , green living , family , Cy-Fair
The holidays are over and the kids have gone back to school. Stephanie O’Dea, a New York Times best-selling author has tips to get organized by going to PROM and it’s not the school dance.
Purge, Remove, Organize, and Maintain. Purge. Throw out everything that is not in use, not needed, and unidentifiable. She also cautions against saving things for “some day”. Remove. Get rid of everything chosen an a purged item. Take the trash out immediately. Organize. Set aside a few hours to organize the remaining items. Use storage baskets, bins, shelves, pegs, anything that will maintain order. Maintain. At the end of every day spend 15 minutes restoring order, put things pack where they belong. Kids and spouses too.
Everyone deserves a calm, organized, peaceful home! For more information visit a model home in Wildwood at Northpointe.
