Laurel Oaks
Official Publication Of The
Laurel Oaks
Neighborhood Association september 2009 • Volume i1, Issue ix
Save the Date: Fall Carnival
Oak View Park National Night Out
Tuesday, October 6th, 7-9pm
Come meet your neighbors and find out what's happening in your neighborhood! Neighborhoods throughout Austin are invited to participate in 'National Night Out'. APD officers, EMS and Fire Fighters will attend neighborhood parties throughout the Austin area. Read more at http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/police/nno. htm Organized byt your Laurel Oaks Neighborhood Association (LONA)! Check us out at http://www.laurel-oaks.org/ or join our Yahoo group at http://groups.yahoo. com/groups/laurel_oaks_na/. Here are a few activities you can expect to see at this year's National Night Out Event: • Bicycle, Stroller and Dog Parade • Emergency Vehicles • Chalk Drawing • Prize Walk • Water & Lemonade Stands • Information Tables for Neighborhood Watch and LONA • • • • • • •
You are more than welcome to bring the following items to the party: Snack/Dessert to Share (bring to the pavillion area) Blanket or Chairs Flashlights Bikes Kids Your Neighbors and Friends Friendly dogs ON LEASHES PLEASE
October 24th,12-4pm
Kathy Caraway Elementary, located at 11104 Oak View Drive, is hosting its fall carnival on Saturday, October 24 from 12-4 pm. All families in the neighborhood are invited to attend, whether or not your children attend Caraway Elementary. The carnival offers something for all ages. This year’s features include: •
A full petting zoo--children can even bottle feed a baby calf! • Rock climbing wall • Karaoke • Cake walk • Inflatables • Trackless Train • Cascarones (confetti eggs) Come hungry! FROOTS™ will provide delicious and healthy wraps. More details are forthcoming in next month’s newsletter. For sponsorship or volunteers opportunities, please contact Lesley Guthrie at: guthrie_family@hotmail. com. We’ll see you on October 24th!
Last year this event drew more than 100 neighbors and it was a blast! Come join us this year to make it even bigger and better! Volunteers are always needed before, during and after the event. If interested, please contact Becky Thomas at
[email protected] Copyright © 2009 Peel, Inc.
Laurel Oaks Neighborhood Association Newsletter - September 2009
Laurel Oaks board of directors President, Richard Thomas.............president @laurel-oaks.org 1st VP................................................................... Tim Kelley 2nd VP....................................................................VACANT Secretary...........................................................Sarah Clawson Treasurer, Sue
[email protected] [email protected] There has been new domain e-mail addresses created for the webmaster and selected LONA officers. The officers’ appear as mailto links on the Officers page, and the new ones for the webmaster and the LONA Board are mailto links at the bottom of every page, as well as at other relevant spots on the LONA Yahoo! Website.
newsletter info editor...................................................Melissa Hathcock Publisher Peel, Inc........................ www.PEELinc.com, 512-263-9181 Article Submissions.............................
[email protected] [email protected], 512-263-9181
NOT AVAILABLE ONLINE
Laurel Oaks NA Classifieds Have any items that you need to get rid of but think someone else could use? Have a useful service to offer your neighbors? Why not place an ad in The Laurel Oaks Newsletter? Just send the info and a phone to the newsletter editor, and your ad will be run in the newsletter for two issues. Personal classifieds (one time sell items, such as a used bike...) run at no charge to Laurel Oaks residents, limit 30 words, please e-mail
[email protected]. Business classifieds (offering a service or product line for profit) are $50, limit 40 words, please contact Peel, Inc. Sales Office @ 888-687-6444 or
[email protected]. At no time will any source be allowed to use the Laurel Oaks Neighborhood Newsletter contents, or loan said contents, to others in anyway, shape or form, nor in any media, website, print, film, e-mail, electrostatic copy, fax, or etc. for the purpose of solicitation, commercial use, or any use for profit, political campaigns, or other self amplification, under penalty of law without written or expressed permission from the Laurel Oaks Neighborhood Association and Peel, Inc. The information in the newsletter is exclusively for the private use of Laurel Oaks Neighborhood Association residents only.
Sign up to receive the Laural Oaks Neighborhood Association newsletter in your inbox. Visit PEELinc.com for details.
Advertise Your Business Here 888-687-6444 STEVE’S PLUMBING REPAIR
Stay Informed – Join The Group! http://groups.yahoo.com/group/laurel_oaks_na
Visit the LONA Web Site!
water pressure problems sewer & drain service fiber optic drain line inspections free estimates satisfaction guaranteed
http://www.laurel-oaks.org Master License: M-17531
Laurel Oaks Neighborhood Association Newsletter - September 2009
Steve Brougher 276-7476 1106 West Koenig Lane Copyright © 2009 Peel, Inc.
Laurel Oaks COME ONE, COME ALL Covenant United Methodist Church, located at 4410 Duval Road, Austin TX 78727, is hosting a “Hi Neighbor” Picnic at 12:30 Sunday, September 20, 2009, free of charge as a tribute to all our neighbors and friends. There will be moon walks with special games and activities for the children plus a special concert performed by the Austin Wonder Brass division of the Austin Civic Wind Ensemble at 1:30 pm. Come and join us for an unforgettable worship experience in the morning, (worship services at 8:15 am and 10:45 am with Sunday school at 9:30 am), then stay for food, fun, games, and music directly after. For more information and directions call the church office: 346-3124. Our hearts, minds and doors are always open.
Host an Exchange Student– Experience another culture without the cost of travel! Submitted by Katie Robinson
iE International Student Exchange is seeking host homes for high school exchange students from Germany and other nations. We are seeking couples, singles, or families who are willing to open their home to one special exchange student for 6 weeks or for the entire 2009-2010 school year. You will be amazed to find what you gain from the experience, as well as what you give: the chance for one international student to have a lifechanging encounter. This is a great opportunity to connect with someone from another culture! All you need to host is a spare bed and an open heart! Contact Katie Robinson, Local Coordinator for Austin - 512-538-8080 or k.leigh.robinson@ gmail.com.
AZTEC Roofing & Siding Serving Central Texas for Over 31 Years
In these challenging economic times, your friends at Aztec will do what we can to help you and your family. And so for the month of SEPTEMBER Aztec is giving you:
ystem ted Ridge S 50% Off Ve epunrchase of a complete (with th replacement) roof system OR
* You Can Trust Us to Help You with Your Insurance Claim * Easy Financing Available For Roofing, Siding, Windows or Just to Help You with Your Deductible!
Purchase of $250 Off the pgrade a Shingle U 30yr) (from 20yr to
Committed to Quality Every Job, Every Time 512-454-6002 • www.aztecroofing-siding.com Copyright © 2009 Peel, Inc.
Laurel Oaks Neighborhood Association Newsletter - September 2009
Laurel Oaks DISCLAIMER: Articles and ads in this newsletter express the opinions of their authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Peel, Inc. or its employees. Peel, Inc. is not responsible for the accuracy of any facts stated in articles submitted by others. The publisher also assumes no responsibility for the advertising content with this publication. All warranties and representations made in the advertising content are solely that of the advertiser and any such claims regarding its content should be taken up with the advertiser. * The publisher assumes no liability with regard to its advertisers for misprints or failure to place advertising in this publication except for the actual cost of such advertising. * Although every effort is taken to avoid mistakes and/or misprints, the publisher assumes no responsibility for any errors of information or typographical mistakes, except as limited to the cost of advertising as stated above or in the case of misinformation, a printed retraction/correction. * Under no circumstances shall the publisher be held liable for incidental or consequential damages, inconvenience, loss of business or services, or any other liabilities from failure to publish, or from failure to publish in a timely manner, except as limited to liabilities stated above.
You Gotta Save Shade By Mark Peterson
During extremely dry weather, it’s best to focus your limited watering hours on plants that provide the greatest economic and environmental benefit to your homes – trees and shrubs. These plants provide us with shade, clean air, and increased property values, and they’re quite expensive to replace. In most cases, well-established trees don’t need extensive watering. They do well in forests and fields without human intervention. However, young trees and shrubs don’t have a root system large enough to absorb sufficient water to survive during periods of extreme drought. Regular additions of water are advised, and necessary. In very confined spaces, such as between two driveways where soil is often limited, ¾ inch of water applied twice a month is recommended. In larger areas, 1 inch once a month should suffice. In both circumstances, a slow application is necessary to create a large water profile in the soil. Where you target the water is also important. For newly planted trees, apply to the root ball and for mature trees, target the drip line. Finally, recreate a natural environment with frequent additions of compost and mulch. We recommend applying 1 inch of compost in the spring and fall, and 3 inches of mulch in May and September. Cover as much of the root zone as possible to encourage roots to expand and soil to retain moisture. Mark Peterson is a conservation project coordinator for San Antonio Water System.
Sylvia Lost 30 lbs I n 1 2 We e k s . . .
FREE CAMP!!!
Sign Up Online To Try A Class!
Limit one free class per person. First time campers only. Not valid with any other offer. Restrictions apply.
BUSINESS FORMS NEWSLETTERS FLYERS ENVELOPES LETTERHEADS NCR SNAP APART FORMS RUBBER STAMPS BUSINESS CARDS
Solving all your printing needs.
1-888-687-6444 ext. 24 Laurel Oaks Neighborhood Association Newsletter - September 2009
Northwest Austin Location: Canyon Vista Middle School
BEF ORE
AF TER
BOOT CAMP
AL
S, AGES AND L SHAPES, SIZE
FITNESS LEVELS
WELCOME!
Copyright © 2009 Peel, Inc.
Laurel Oaks
LONA DONATION FORM
ᆔ YES! I would like to make a donation to help LONA raise funds. Name: ______________________________ Date: _______________________________ Phone Number: _______________________ Email: ______________________________ Amount Given: $ ______________
General contributions are used for LONA Web site maintenance, event expenditures, and general administrative costs Please make checks payable to: Laurel Oaks Neighborhood Association P.O. Box 201454 Austin, Texas 78720-1454
ᆔ YES! I am interested in volunteering with the following committees: ᆔ Entrance Landscaping
ᆔ Park/Garden Club ᆔ Egg Hunt
ᆔ Newsletter
ᆔ Fundraising
The Original PowerBook
Go back to school this year more prepared than ever. Great Hills Baptist Church Sunday Schedule 9:30 & 11 am - Bible Life Groups (all ages) 9:30 am - Celebration-Connection (Worship Choir & Orchestra) 11:00 am - Life-Connection (Worship Band)
10500 Jollyville Road . Austin, TX . 78759 | www.ghbc.org | 512.343.7763 Copyright © 2009 Peel, Inc.
Laurel Oaks Neighborhood Association Newsletter - September 2009
Laurel Oaks Nature Watch - Amazing Arthropods by Jim and Lynne Weber
From the Greek roots of arthron (meaning by its slender pincer-bearing arms (pedipalps) ‘joint’) and podos (meaning ‘foot’), arthropods and long, slender tail, which is longer on are animals characterized by their jointed males than females. While these scorpions limbs and repeating body segments, each with can mate in the fall, spring, or early summer, a pair of appendages. They are so versatile gestation requires about 8 months. Litter that they have been called the “Swiss Army size can vary from 13 to 47, with the average knives of species”, and make up over 80% of being 31! Immature scorpions molt up to six all described living species known to date. In times before they mature, with the first being Striped Bark Scorpion central Texas, the most fascinating arthropods anywhere from 3 to 7 days after birth. Born include the scorpion and the centipede. alive in semi-transparent sacs, once they shed these thin layers they Of the 90 species of scorpions identified in the United States, spend their first few weeks riding on their mother’s back, and have 18 of them occur in Texas and only one statewide. The number a life expectancy of about 4 years. of species found increases as you move west and south in the state, Like all scorpions, the striped bark scorpion has four pairs of legs with two species occurring in the Austin area (compared to 14 in Big with a comb-like structure called the pectines between its’ last pair of Bend National Park!). Close relatives of ticks, mites, and spiders, legs. While scorpions also have two eyes on the top of the head and scorpions are easily recognized by their shape, generally prefer dry two to five pairs of eyes along the front corners of the head, they do habitats, hide during the day, and are most active at night. not see well and must rely on the pectines to identify different surface The most common scorpion in our area is the striped bark textures and to help detect prey. Their nocturnal habits assist them scorpion, which has two broad, black bands running down the length in managing temperature and water balance which are important of its back. Tan in overall color, this species can be easily identified (Continued on Page 7)
Peel, Inc.
Printing & Publishing Publishing Community Newsletters Since 1991
WWW.ATFCU.ORG
You Can Join!
Support Your Neighborhood Newsletter. Kelly Peel
Membership is open to anyone in the 5 County Metro Area
New Locations Coming Soon in Round Rock & Pflugerville FREE BUSINESS & PERSONAL CHECKING 250+ FREE ATMs ACROSS TEXAS
4.89 5.19 5.69 %
%
APR*
APR*
512-263-9181
[email protected]
10 YEAR FIXED RATE
%
APR*
15 YEAR FIXED RATE 20 YEAR FIXED RATE plus no closing costs**
3.69 3.89 4.29 APR*
Advertise your business to your neighbors. www.PEELinc.com
Laurel Oaks Neighborhood Association Newsletter - September 2009
UP TO 60 MONTHS
%
APR*
66 MONTHS
5.75 5.95 6.20 %
***
APR*
72 MONTHS
1
1.86 2.07 2.42 %
APY ****
APY ****
12 MONTHS
24 MONTHS
regular - minimum deposit of $1000 required
1
%
***
1.31 1.51 1.76 %
APY ****
$25,000 TO $74,999
%
APY ****
$75,000 TO $124,999
%
APY ****
$125,000 AND ABOVE
minimum daily balance of $2000 required
CERTIFICATE OF DEPOSIT
6 MONTHS
***
MONEY MARKET
%
new or used
%
%
5 YEAR FIXED RATE 10 YEAR FIXED RATE 15 YEAR FIXED RATE 20 year amortization/no pre-payment penalty
AUTO LOANS
%
512-263-9181
COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE LOANS
HOME EQUITY LOANS
VP Sales and Marketing
512.302.5555
%
APY ****
CERTIFICATE OF DEPOSIT2
1.96 2.27 2.57 %
APY ****
6 MONTHS
%
APY ****
12 MONTHS
%
APY ****
24 MONTHS
jumbo - minimum deposit of $95000 required
2
15 AUSTIN METRO LOCATIONS Copyright © 2009 Peel, Inc.
Laurel Oaks Nature Watch - (Continued from Page 6) functions for survival in dry habitats. While the sting of this species is painful and can cause swelling, none of the species in Texas are considered deadly. However, a person who has been stung should be watched for any adverse reaction. Known as the largest centipede in North America, the giant redheaded or Texas redhead is among the largest of any many-legged centipede in the world. These fast-moving and aggressive “titans” differ from millipedes by the presence of only one pair of legs per body segment, and those legs are attached to the sides of each segment rather than near the midline. While not frequently observed, those Texas redheads that do make themselves known attract a lot of attention due to their large size and fierce appearance. They average about 6-8 inches in length and in rare cases may reach up to 10 inches! Their coloration is striking, where the head and the first two body segments are dark red, the wide trunk is black tinged with green, and the first 20 pairs of legs are yellow. The posterior end of the centipede holds the 21st
pair of legs, which are enlarged in size and mostly black with yellow tips. It is widely believed that this coloration plays a key role in warding off potential predators by clearly advertising its poisonous qualities and confrontational nature. Like the striped bark scorpion, the Texas redhead is a predator whose prey (primarily other insects) is captured and killed by its poison claws. Again, its bite, while painful, is not deadly to humans, but the same precautions should be taken. While arthropods like scorpions and centipedes can be the source of nightmares and phobias for many people, their role in the ecosystem is one of extreme versatility. By examining the ways in which they are adapted to survive in a wide range of conditions, we learn that they are largely beneficial to us by keeping the balance of harmful insects in check, and when encountered, make for a Texas-sized story or two! Send your nature-related questions to naturewatch@ austin.rr.com and we’ll do our best to answer them.
Texas Redhead
Advertise YOUR business to YOUR neighbors for less than 4¢ per home. Effective Advertising, Done Right. Call today to Reserve your space.
Peel, Inc. community newsletters
1-888-263-9181 lu
www.PEELinc.com
Copyright © 2009 Peel, Inc.
Laurel Oaks Neighborhood Association Newsletter - September 2009
Peel, Inc. Laurel Oaks
PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE
311 Ranch Road 620 S. Ste 200 Lakeway, TX 78734-4775 www.PEELinc.com
PAID
PEEL, INC.
LU
For more information, check out our website at
www.colinshope.org Increasing water safety awareness and standards FACTS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DROWNING DROWNING CAN STILL OCCUR EVEN IF YOU KNOW HOW TO SWIM
Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury-related death in children ages 1-4
1
2
3
4
NO ONE is “drown proof” – no matter their level of swimming ability.
Falls, entrapments, and injuries lead to drowning regardless of swimming level.
A majority of people overestimate their own and their child’s ability to swim, especially in a panic event.
DROWNING WILL AFFECT YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Drowning is the 2nd leading cause of unintentional injury-related death ages 1-14.
DROWNING IS QUICK AND SILENT 2min
Drowning occurs in as little as 2 minutes.
4min
Irreversible brain damage occurs in as little as 4 minutes.
5min
Most children are out of sight or missing for less than 5 minutes and usually in the presence of 1 or both parents.
6min
Most children die who are submerged for as little as 6-10
Children who drown do not scream, splash, or struggle. They silently slip beneath the water, even with adults & lifeguards present. Laurel Oaks Neighborhood Association Newsletter - September 2009
Copyright © 2009 Peel, Inc.
