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Lake Pointe
December 2008
Volume 1, Issue 6
MESSENGER
A Newsletter for the Residents of Lake Pointe on Lake Austin
Austin Newcomers Club
Free Chapel Austin
The music of the holidays bring fond memories of family and friends. What better way to be transported back to a time when letter writing connected hearts and people in far off lands, than through the TEXART production of “I’ll Be Seeing You.” This talented association is a not-for-profit nonprofit performing and visual arts service, education and performance provider. TexARTS, founded by veteran New York and Los Angeles professional art administrator, Todd Dellinger and 12-year Broadway stage and national touring verteran, Robin Lewis, bring professional and amateur productions to their new 6000 square foot KellerWilliams Studios in Lakeway. TexARTS has served the greater Capital Lakes Region and Austin through professional classes for ages two through senior adults as well as professional productions and student productions for audiences throughout the region. We are fortunate to get a glimpse of this world premiere production of “I’ll Be Seeing You.” The show intertwined letters to and from the home front during WWII with song and dance numbers built around popular radio and popular holiday tunes of the 1940’s. Come join us and remember a time that is not so different than now.
Free Chapel, a new, non denominational, life giving, energetic church that people are raving about! Far different than any other in the area, Free Chapels services are held in the Cinemark Theatre! This church offers a warm, friendly atmosphere, exceptional children’s programs, great coffee, a truly talented live band, and comfy reclining chairs, not to mention a passionate relatable message, from a passionate relatable Pastor! While the church itself may only be a few months old its congregation is finding creative and exciting ways to plug in to the community. They are currently putting the finishing touches on their newest idea. Saturday December 13th they will be hosting a white Christmas, with live holiday music and hot chocolate at the Galleria. All are welcome and encouraged to join in the fun! Free Chapel has something to offer the entire family. No perfect people allowed, no one stands alone, and no makin’ out on the back row . . . come see for yourself! Service is held at the Cinemark Theatre located at Hill Country Galleria,
Doors open at 11:00 AM Meeting begins at 12:00 PM Lunch at Green Pastures Restaurant 811 W. Live Oak Street Austin TX 78704
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Lake Pointe Oak Tree Trimming Season Is Now To Avoid Oak Wilt
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As many of you may recall from the frequent yard signs around NW Austin earlier this year, oak trees should not be trimmed from February through June as this is when the oak wilt carrier beetle is most active. The season to trim oak trees runs from July through January and if your oak trees don’t get trimmed between now and the end of January, they should not be trimmed until July, 2009. See tips on trimming and tree care below. Proper pruning • Do not prune oaks February through June as this is peak carrier beetle activity season • Sterilize tools with bleach or alcohol (Lysol is also a solution) before pruning • Employ certified arborists and their firms (avoid scam artists) Proper wound treatment • Immediately paint wounds with pruning paint or latex paint within 15 minutes as carrier beetles may be attracted to untreated cuts or wounds Proper firewood usage • Select well seasoned firewood as unseasoned wood might be contaminated • Select Oak Wilt free firewood that has no fungal mat contamination Monitor clearing activities • Inspect actual work for equipment sterilization and wound treatment Resources Texas Oak Wilt Information Partnership: http://www.texasoakwilt.org/ Northwest Austin Civic Association: http://www.nwaca.org/oakwilt/ City of Austin: http://www.ci.austin. tx.us/oakwilt/ Texas Forest Service: http:// texasforestservice.tamu.edu/main/ article.aspx?ctrl=6 U.S. Forest Service: http:// www.na.fs.fed.us/fhp/ow/ states/tx/tx.shtm
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lake pointe Trail of Lights, Environmental Ambassadors This year the Solid Waste Services Department is partnering with the Parks and Recreation Department to make the 2008 Trail of Lights a ‘Zero Waste’(or pretty darn close) event. The trail will run December 14th through December 23rd. As part of the city’s effort to reduce the waste at the Trail of Lights, volunteers are needed to serve as “Environmental Ambassadors” at the Trail of Lights. The primary role of the Environmental Ambassadors is to let the Trail of Lights guests know where recycling is available at the event. Volunteers will be stationed throughout the Trail of Lights to assist attendees in recycling. Date: December 14th – December 23rd Time: 5:15 pm to 10:15 pm Location: Zilker Park’s Trail of Lights Registration: Rebecca Hays at
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lake pointe Pet Holiday Tips
Submitted by Dr. Cammie Teliha The fall holiday season is a wonderful time for fun, food, family and friends all of which can be overwhelming for you family pets. The extra activities of the season can dramatically change the household routines, sights, and smells around the home. Therefore, it is import to consider these holiday activities from your pet’s perspective and safe guard your furry friends to ensure that everyone in your family enjoys a happy and healthy holiday season. First it is important to understand the hazards that our pets face as the holidays approaches. The following are some basic hazards that each pet can face during the holidays: • Rich, fatty foods can be very dangerous to both cats and dogs. Many holiday foods such as turkey, smoked ham, garlic, onions and chocolate can cause GI upset, vomiting, diarrhea and even death. • All bones, especially turkey bones, can cause intestinal tears and obstruct the digestive tract. • Even grapes and raisins can be dangerous for dogs and can lead to kidney failure. • Caffeine and alcohol can be toxic and should never be given to our pets, no matter how funny Uncle Pete thinks it might be. • Cooking aids like aluminum foil, string and holiday decorations can all be very enticing for any pet, but each can be very dangerous and potentially deadly if ingested. In addition to these specific hazards, the fact that the family routine can change dramatically can be very stressful to any pet. As parties occur, or when family and guests spend the night, pets can be overwhelmed with the noises and interactions which often leads to unwanted behaviors such as aggression, soiling and possibly running away. With all these hazards to contended with my recommendation is to develop a simple and direct plan that everyone, both young and old, family and guest, can quickly understand and support.
Holiday Game Plan:
Post the Rules: How often have you heard your guest say “Oh, just one bite won’t hurt”? The problem is if everyone offers your pet a little nibble there is no way to know what might have caused your pet to get sick. Preventative safety measures are the best strategies. By simply letting everyone know the rules your pet well be safer and there won’t be any confusion about your expectations from both family and friends. No Table Scraps: With so many holiday health hazards involving food and diet, this simple recommendation will ensure a healthy and well fed pet throughout the holiday season. Discourage family members and guests from indulging
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your pets with inappropriate treats. Food that is high in sodium and fats, such as peanuts, chips, poultry skin and other meats can cause an inflammation of the pancreas which can lead to pancreatitis, a potentially life threaten condition. Always try to maintain the same feeding schedule as the rest of the year and if Uncle Pete just can’t resist, have a small amount of veterinary approved pet treats on hand. Tidy Tidy Tidy: This means everything from food to decorations. I know that this is easier said than done, but if everyone knows the game plan you will be more successful than you might expect. Decorations might not seem like a good meal, but the holiday season can seem like a buffet smorgasbord to some pets. Keeping the house neat with decorations out of reach will discourage bad behavior and help you keep track of the ornaments that go missing. Keep leftover foods out of reach and in tightly closed containers and make sure garbage cans are secure and all trash bags and places in trash can. It only takes a couple of minutes for a pet to tear up a trash bag and devour whatever is inside. Time Out: When animals are stressed they can often become unpredictable and behave erratically. This is never good for a party. Be mindful of how scared you cat might get with a house full of strangers or how hyper Fido can be when all of the cousins are over. Providing a quiet out of the way spot for your pet to relax and get away from all of the holiday activities can go a long way to ensuring a comfortable get together for everyone. Consider a pet time out when you sit down to eat. This will serve double duty by limiting the temptations for everyone. Cats are especially well served if they can hideaway in a back bedroom until everyone has gone home. Be Prepared: This is especially true during the holidays. Always have your pet fully vaccinated and maintain your records for easy access. If your pet bites a guest the first question the ER will ask is “Is the animal vaccinated for rabies.” If you can answer yes and provided current documentation you will greatly reduce all medical concerns and your potential financial obligations. Also, keep your veterinary hospital and the emergency veterinary clinic numbers handy. Your veterinarian can provide you with the closest emergency clinic information, this is especially important during the holidays when many animal hospital are not open. The holiday season should be fun for everyone, including you family pet. By putting together and Holiday Game Plan you can ensure the health and safety of your pet and you guests. Remember to share you plan with all of your family and friends, maintain your pets regular diet and schedule, keep hazards away and be prepared and ready to take action of your pet becomes sick. By following these simple guidelines you can ensure that your pet will be healthy and happy for the holidays.
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