HOT DOG COOKOUT
Mrs Bairds is donating the buns, and Kroger will donate 3,000 hot dogs that they will cook out at the Kroger in Galveston tomorrow, from 3-5 p.m. ,or while supplies last , for anyone that wants a bite to eat.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Rosenberg to Provide Ice and Water
The City of Rosenberg is partnering with Lowe’s Corporation, a community partner, to help Rosenberg residents affected by Hurricane Ike.
The City will work with Lowe’s to set up a point of distribution (POD) for water and ice. At 9:30 am, we will give away ice and water to those in need at the Lowe’s along Hwy 36 and Hwy 59.
Rosenberg Police patrol vehicles will enter neighborhoods without power to make sure those residents are aware of the location and time of the distribution.
This POD will give away ice and bottled water for as long as there is a need in our community and resources are available.
Those requiring greater assistance than the City is able to provide should call the statewide information number at 211, or call FEMA at 1.800.621.3362.
The City will work with Lowe’s to set up a point of distribution (POD) for water and ice. At 9:30 am, we will give away ice and water to those in need at the Lowe’s along Hwy 36 and Hwy 59.
Rosenberg Police patrol vehicles will enter neighborhoods without power to make sure those residents are aware of the location and time of the distribution.
This POD will give away ice and bottled water for as long as there is a need in our community and resources are available.
Those requiring greater assistance than the City is able to provide should call the statewide information number at 211, or call FEMA at 1.800.621.3362.
Mezzanotte & Capriccio - Want To Help
From Mezzanotte & Capriccio:
Dear friends,
We realize that many of you are still out of power, phone service, etc. We are very fortunate that both of our restaurants are open and operating so we have power and water. We want to help as much as we can so please feel very free to stop by either restaurant:
Ice: please bring a bag just in case we run out of ours.
Water: bring your containers as we don't have larger to go containers for liquids.
Internet access: our phone system is not working at Mezzanotte but we have Internet access. Bring your laptop and we will give you our security key so that you can connect to pay bills, check messages, etc.
Internet and phone: our phone system is working at Capriccio so you can make calls from there. Our Internet access is also working so you can also bring your laptop.
Refrigeration: If you have medicines that need refrigeration you can bring them to either restaurant and we will keep them cold for you. Just label them with your name.
We really don't know how else we can help but if you let us know of some special need we maybe able to. Even though our Mezzanotte phone system is not working (no line) we can still retrieve voice mail messages. Capriccio's phone system is fine.
Hours of operation are:
Mezzanotte: Mon - Fri: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Saturday: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Capriccio: Mon - Fri: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM; Saturday 5 PM - 10:00 PM
Dear friends,
We realize that many of you are still out of power, phone service, etc. We are very fortunate that both of our restaurants are open and operating so we have power and water. We want to help as much as we can so please feel very free to stop by either restaurant:
Ice: please bring a bag just in case we run out of ours.
Water: bring your containers as we don't have larger to go containers for liquids.
Internet access: our phone system is not working at Mezzanotte but we have Internet access. Bring your laptop and we will give you our security key so that you can connect to pay bills, check messages, etc.
Internet and phone: our phone system is working at Capriccio so you can make calls from there. Our Internet access is also working so you can also bring your laptop.
Refrigeration: If you have medicines that need refrigeration you can bring them to either restaurant and we will keep them cold for you. Just label them with your name.
We really don't know how else we can help but if you let us know of some special need we maybe able to. Even though our Mezzanotte phone system is not working (no line) we can still retrieve voice mail messages. Capriccio's phone system is fine.
Hours of operation are:
Mezzanotte: Mon - Fri: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Saturday: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Capriccio: Mon - Fri: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM; Saturday 5 PM - 10:00 PM
Mezzanotte Ristorante
13215 Grant Rd.
Houston, TX 77065(832) 717-7870
Capriccio Restaurante
10865 Jones Rd.
Cypress, TX 77429
281-807-9442
Sincerely,
Gerry & Adriana
BLOOD DONATIONS
The Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center says donations are especially needed now because of a four-day hiatus forced by Hurricane Ike. The center is asking that residents give blood as more neighborhood donor centers and mobile blood drives resume collections. Special extended hours will be observed at eight Nnighborhood donor centers. A small number of mobile blood drives also will be open to the public today.
Patients in the Texas Gulf Coast region need more than 900 blood donations every day, a blood center spokesperson said.All Commit for Life donors who give blood today through Tuesday will receive 300 bonus points for the Commit for Life store, which can be viewed at the Web site www.giveblood.org.
The following donor centers will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. today:
Bill T. Teague (headquarters) - 1400 La Concha (Reliant Stadium area).
Champions - 6935 FM 1960 West, Suite A (at Cutten Road).
Cy-Fair - 11811 FM 1960 West, Suite 120.
Gulfgate - 546 Gulfgate Center (behind Chuck E. Cheese).
Humble/Kingwood - 9616 FM 1960 Bypass (Commons at Deerbrook, behind Olive Garden).
Katy - 1575 S. Grand Parkway, Suite 600 (at Highland Knolls).
Sugar Land - 4949 Sweetwater Blvd. (next to Kroger).
Westchase - 10001 Westheimer, Suite 2117 (Carillon Shopping Center, behind La Madeleine).
These mobile blood drives will be open to the public:
St. Joseph Medical Center (7 a.m. to 4 p.m.) - 1919 La Branch.
Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. (10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) - 10205 Westheimer, Suite 300.
VA Medical Center (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) - 2002 Holcombe.
San Jacinto Methodist Hospital (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.) - 4401 Garth Road, Baytown.
Wharton County Jr. College (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) - 911 Boling Highway, Wharton.
Patients in the Texas Gulf Coast region need more than 900 blood donations every day, a blood center spokesperson said.All Commit for Life donors who give blood today through Tuesday will receive 300 bonus points for the Commit for Life store, which can be viewed at the Web site www.giveblood.org.
The following donor centers will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. today:
Bill T. Teague (headquarters) - 1400 La Concha (Reliant Stadium area).
Champions - 6935 FM 1960 West, Suite A (at Cutten Road).
Cy-Fair - 11811 FM 1960 West, Suite 120.
Gulfgate - 546 Gulfgate Center (behind Chuck E. Cheese).
Humble/Kingwood - 9616 FM 1960 Bypass (Commons at Deerbrook, behind Olive Garden).
Katy - 1575 S. Grand Parkway, Suite 600 (at Highland Knolls).
Sugar Land - 4949 Sweetwater Blvd. (next to Kroger).
Westchase - 10001 Westheimer, Suite 2117 (Carillon Shopping Center, behind La Madeleine).
These mobile blood drives will be open to the public:
St. Joseph Medical Center (7 a.m. to 4 p.m.) - 1919 La Branch.
Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. (10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) - 10205 Westheimer, Suite 300.
VA Medical Center (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) - 2002 Holcombe.
San Jacinto Methodist Hospital (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.) - 4401 Garth Road, Baytown.
Wharton County Jr. College (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) - 911 Boling Highway, Wharton.
IKE VICTIMS MAY QUALIFY FOR EMERGENCY FOOD STAMPS
Texas will provide emergency food stamps to Hurricane Ike victims who qualify, Texas Health and Human Services Executive Commissioner Albert Hawkins announced today.
The commission received a federal waiver to assist low-income residents and families living in any of the 29 counties declared disaster areas.
Eligible Texans can receive up to two months of food stamp benefits by calling 2-1-1 or applying at any HHSC benefits office by Oct. 17. A family of four earning as much as $2,915 a month may qualify for assistance.
Applicants must provide identification and proof of residence, such as a drivers license, and answer questions about household income and resources.
Current food stamp recipients living in the disaster area will get replacement benefits. HHSC automatically will replace a portion of September benefits, a step that is expected to help more than 500,000 people in areas where power outages or flooding are likely to have damaged or destroyed food supplies.
Food stamp benefits are placed on a Lone Star card, which recipients use like a credit or debit card to purchase groceries. Recipients in the disaster area do not need to visit an HHSC office for the replacement benefits. They automatically will be placed on their Lone Star cards later this week, HHSC said.
The federal government also granted permission for hurricane victims to use food stamps to purchase hot, ready-to-eat foods, items that normally are not allowed under federal rules.
Texans can find the locations of HHSC benefits offices by calling 2-1-1 or visiting www.hhsc.state.tx.us. They are encouraged to call 2-1-1 or the office number to verify that the office has power and is operating.
HHSC also is working to establish alternate office locations, which will be posted on the HHSC Web site.
The federal waiver applies to the following counties: Angelina, Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Cherokee, Fort Bend, Galveston, Grimes, Hardin, Harris, Houston, Jasper, Jefferson, Liberty, Madison, Matagorda, Montgomery, Nacogdoches, Newton, Orange, Polk, Sabine, San Augustine, San Jacinto, Trinity, Tyler, Walker, Waller and Washington.
clay.robison@chron.com
The commission received a federal waiver to assist low-income residents and families living in any of the 29 counties declared disaster areas.
Eligible Texans can receive up to two months of food stamp benefits by calling 2-1-1 or applying at any HHSC benefits office by Oct. 17. A family of four earning as much as $2,915 a month may qualify for assistance.
Applicants must provide identification and proof of residence, such as a drivers license, and answer questions about household income and resources.
Current food stamp recipients living in the disaster area will get replacement benefits. HHSC automatically will replace a portion of September benefits, a step that is expected to help more than 500,000 people in areas where power outages or flooding are likely to have damaged or destroyed food supplies.
Food stamp benefits are placed on a Lone Star card, which recipients use like a credit or debit card to purchase groceries. Recipients in the disaster area do not need to visit an HHSC office for the replacement benefits. They automatically will be placed on their Lone Star cards later this week, HHSC said.
The federal government also granted permission for hurricane victims to use food stamps to purchase hot, ready-to-eat foods, items that normally are not allowed under federal rules.
Texans can find the locations of HHSC benefits offices by calling 2-1-1 or visiting www.hhsc.state.tx.us. They are encouraged to call 2-1-1 or the office number to verify that the office has power and is operating.
HHSC also is working to establish alternate office locations, which will be posted on the HHSC Web site.
The federal waiver applies to the following counties: Angelina, Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Cherokee, Fort Bend, Galveston, Grimes, Hardin, Harris, Houston, Jasper, Jefferson, Liberty, Madison, Matagorda, Montgomery, Nacogdoches, Newton, Orange, Polk, Sabine, San Augustine, San Jacinto, Trinity, Tyler, Walker, Waller and Washington.
clay.robison@chron.com
SPECIAL DEALS FOR HURRICANE IKE VICTIMS
As Houstonians continue to experience life without power and extended school closures, many businesses are providing special discounts and offers to give Hurricane Ike victims some relief from the stress of the storm.
Below are some special deals being provided by some Houston businesses and organizations:
Downtown Aquarium is pleased to serve as a place of relief and entertainment for families. Downtown Aquarium is offering a discounted $5 all-day ride and exhibit pass today through Friday, Sept. 19. Downtown Aquarium is also open for lunch and dinner.
The Houston Dynamo plan to proceed with their scheduled match against the San Jose Earthquakes Saturday at Robertson Stadium, kicking off at 7 p.m. Gates will open at 6 p.m. In an effort to help locals recover from Hurricane Ike, the Dynamo will offer free tickets to children 14 years old and younger. Other tickets will be just $10, with all proceeds going to Houston- and Galveston-area youth soccer organizations affected by the hurricane. Tickets will be available from the box office at Robertson Stadium on Friday from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 3:00-7:00 p.m. The Dynamo and the University of Houston will also offer free parking to fans. Pre-issued tickets will be honored. Firemen, police officers, and any first responders will be admitted free of charge by showing their badges.
The Houston Symphony will make available several hundred free tickets for both the Saturday and Sunday afternoon performances. The tickets will only be available on a first come – first served basis at the Jones Hall box office an hour before the 2:30 p.m. performances.
The John P. McGovern Museum of Health & Medical Science, also known as The Health Museum, will re-open on Wednesday, Sept. 17 with regular business hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Health Museum's water and power has been restored and the Museum is ready to serve visitors. As a gesture of support for the community, a discounted $3.00 admission free and free parking will be offered to all Museum guests through Sunday, September 21, 2008. Museum members visit for free as always. This week alone, Free Family Thursday will be limited to 2 – 5 p.m. The Museum offers a variety of exhibits for the entire family including the Amazing Body Pavilion; the high-tech, interactive YOU: The Exhibit; and the new McGovern Theater which offers the only 4-D film experience in Houston.
Below are some special deals being provided by some Houston businesses and organizations:
Downtown Aquarium is pleased to serve as a place of relief and entertainment for families. Downtown Aquarium is offering a discounted $5 all-day ride and exhibit pass today through Friday, Sept. 19. Downtown Aquarium is also open for lunch and dinner.
The Houston Dynamo plan to proceed with their scheduled match against the San Jose Earthquakes Saturday at Robertson Stadium, kicking off at 7 p.m. Gates will open at 6 p.m. In an effort to help locals recover from Hurricane Ike, the Dynamo will offer free tickets to children 14 years old and younger. Other tickets will be just $10, with all proceeds going to Houston- and Galveston-area youth soccer organizations affected by the hurricane. Tickets will be available from the box office at Robertson Stadium on Friday from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 3:00-7:00 p.m. The Dynamo and the University of Houston will also offer free parking to fans. Pre-issued tickets will be honored. Firemen, police officers, and any first responders will be admitted free of charge by showing their badges.
The Houston Symphony will make available several hundred free tickets for both the Saturday and Sunday afternoon performances. The tickets will only be available on a first come – first served basis at the Jones Hall box office an hour before the 2:30 p.m. performances.
The John P. McGovern Museum of Health & Medical Science, also known as The Health Museum, will re-open on Wednesday, Sept. 17 with regular business hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Health Museum's water and power has been restored and the Museum is ready to serve visitors. As a gesture of support for the community, a discounted $3.00 admission free and free parking will be offered to all Museum guests through Sunday, September 21, 2008. Museum members visit for free as always. This week alone, Free Family Thursday will be limited to 2 – 5 p.m. The Museum offers a variety of exhibits for the entire family including the Amazing Body Pavilion; the high-tech, interactive YOU: The Exhibit; and the new McGovern Theater which offers the only 4-D film experience in Houston.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Do you want to help the Greater Houston area recover from Hurricane Ike? Check out these opportunities to volunteer and/or donate:
Special Pals animal shelter
This is a rescue shelter that has taken in animals from Kemah, Galveston and the Bay Area shelters. Special Pals usually has approximately 70 animals in their shelter and currently has about 200.
They are in need of volunteers to help with 8:00 a.m. feedings, other assistance and the following supplies:
Bleach
Dry dog food - Purina, Beneful, Pedigree small bites
Cat litter
Drinking water for volunteers
Financial aide
If any viewers can help, please contact the shelter at 281-579-7387.
Special Pals is located at:
3830 Greenhouse Road
Houston, TX 77084
American Red Cross
The American Red Cross honors donor intent. If you wish to designate your donation to a specific disaster please do so at the time of your donation. Call 1-800-REDCROSS or 1-800-257-7575 (Spanish). You acn also make a secure online contribution at http://www.redcross.org.
Houston SPCA
The most useful donation for the SPCA currently is a monetary donation. You can help by visiting www.houstonspca.org.
POD Centers
If you want to help at a POD center, you can call the church or facility where it is located and see what help they need, or you can just show up and offer whatever services you can provide.
The POD at the Houston Community College Southeast College off the Gulf Freeway near Woodridge needs volunteers to help man the facility.
Catholic Charities
Donations for Ike are urgently needed to assist with recovery efforts. To donate visit www.catholiccharities.org.
Houston Food Bank
Houston Food Bank needs volunteers to sort, process and box food and other necessities for distribution.
Volunteers age 8 and older are needed between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Houston Food Bank, which is located at 3811 Eastex Freeway.
Volunteers can register in advance at http://www.houstonfoodbank.org or in person when they arrive.
Volunteers are asked to wear closed-toed shoes and shirts with sleeves.
If you would like to donate food, water or essential items, drop them off at the facility. The most needed items are canned tuna or chicken packed in water, canned stews and pasta with meat, peanut butter, canned fruits in light syrup, natural applesauce, 100 percent juice in cans or boxes (no glass, please), canned veggies, tomatoes, tomato sauce, soups with meat or beans, cereals, cereal bars, pasta, spaghetti, macaroni, noodles and packages of dry beans.
For more information, please contact the Houston Food Bank at 713-223-3700.
Rescue Bank -- food source for animals
Rescue Bank, the Houston-based “food bank” for animal rescue and adoption groups, has started a shelter restoration fund to help member groups recover from Hurricane Ike and care for the increased numbers of rescued and recovered animals.
Tax-deductible donations can be made at any Washington Mutual branch by specifying “rescue bank” to the teller.
Rescue bank is a cooperative group of more than 45 Houston-Galveston area non-profit shelter and foster organizations.
Created in response to Hurricane Katrina, rescue bank operates on the “food bank” model, collecting and distributing more than a quarter million pounds of pet food and supplies during the last two years.
More information is available at www.rescuebank.org.
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