I know this has nothing to do with Lake Conroe Real Estate but I have to slide it in here! What was your first job? I mean really your first? Not the baby sitting kind or the one that allowed you to stand in the concession stand for money or candy but your real life, get paid by the hour job?   And, how old were you? How did you get to your job? I ask these questions for a very deep reason. Our children today do not even LEGALLY get to learn about a job or responsibility till the age of 16 or older.   Now, if I had waited till the age of 16, had a  home full of electronics like Wii, flat screen TV's, computers, cell phones and text, I may have never learned what a JOB was all about!! And, that's exactly what I am worried about for our youth of today. Life was so much different in my chi... 06/25/2011

SHSU Night at Minute Maid Park       Hey Bearkats! SHSU Night at Minute Maid Park is scheduled for Tuesday, June 28, 2011. Put on your Orange and White and head to the Champions Pavilion at 6:00 PM for a reception. The game begins at 7:05 PM. If you would like to take the bus with your fellow Bearkats, a charter bus will depart Bower’s Stadium at 4:30 PM.  You must make reservations by calling (800) 283-7478 or online at www.alumni.shsu.edu.     SHSU Night at Minute Maid Park 06/21/2011

  Huntsville High School Class of ‘81 Reunion       Celebrating their 30 year class reunion, this 3 day event will be Friday, June 24, 2011 through Sunday, June 27, 2011.   The Friday Event is a meet and greet at Top Dog Bar and Grill at 7:30 PM. Breakfast on Saturday morning at 9:30 AM at I-Hop followed by a tour of Huntsville High School and class photo at 2 PM.   Saturday evening all HHS classes are invited to join the Class of 1981 for a social at Margaritas Mexican Restaurant. Sunday Worship Services are scheduled for 10 AM at Greater Zion Missionary Baptist Church. For more information contact Ms. Beatty at (832) 338-3953. Huntsville High School Class of ‘81 Reunion 06/18/2011

Gator Bait Adventure Race Presented by Terra Firma Racing   The Gator Bait Adventure Race is a series of a 3 mile run, 7-14  mile Mountain Bike Run, and 25-35 minute canoe and mystery events. The entire event is designed to last approximately 2 to 2 and 1/2 hours.   Saturday, June 18, 2011 8 AM @ Huntsville State Park   Packet Pickup and Late Registration: Race morning from 6 AM to 7:30 AM Pre-Race Meeting 7:30 AM Race Start: 8 AM   Participants must be have a current USARA racing license. Visit www.usara.com to purchase or you may purchase it at race registration on Saturday morning!   For Complete Information visit www.TerraFirmaRacing.com   06/16/2011

A Huntsville, Texas Children's Theatre Camp Production! Huntsville Community Theatre presentsRansom of Red ChiefA Children's Show Friday, June 24 @ 7:30 PM Saturday, June 25 @ 2:00 PM    Tickets:   Adults (18-64): $10 Seniors (65 +):  $10 Military: $8 Students: $8 Children (17 and under): $5Call (936) 291-7933 for your reservation! View Larger Map 1212 Avenue M, Huntsville, TX 77340 06/16/2011

Griff Smith's Texas: A Retrospective Thru the Lens and Images From Texas Highways On Exhibit in Huntsville, Texas at the Katy and E. Don Walker, Sr. Education Center Until August 31, 2011   Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 am till 4:30 pm   Sunday Noon till 4:30 pm   Open to the public, guests of the education center can visit the artifact room to learn about handling artifacts, watch a short video in the auditorium about the life of Sam Houston, check out the latest traveling exhibit in the gallery, or learn about Texas history in the library!   Admission: $4.00 for Adults $3.00 for Senior Citizens and State Employees with Current ID $2.00 for children 6-17 Free for children ages 5 and under.   A BLUE STAR MUSEUM Participant: From Memorial Day until the 1st of September, FREE admission for the ... 06/13/2011

Why isn’t my house showing up on MLS?       I'm at the social.... introduced as Joni Staples with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate. The next thing I know, I hear... Oh! You're in Real Estate?! Why isn’t my house showing up on the MLS?       Even more common is the phone call to the office that goes something like this...   I saw a house over in that subdivision with the marina. I can't remember the name of it, but the street was Lake Road, and there was a house for sale on it. It wasn't your listing, but since your office is so close, I thought mabye you would know which one I am talking about. I can't find it on MLS.            Most of the time it is just a little research, and a click, and it’s fixed!   So....  If you have gone to the MLS and searched for your home, or one for sal... 06/07/2011

    Huntsville High School Graduation Ceremonies           The Huntsville High School graduating class of 2011 will hold their commencement ceremony tomorrow, Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 10 AM. The ceremony will be held at the Bernard G Johnson Coliseum on the campus of beautiful Sam Houston State University.     Woo Hoo!       Applause! Applause! APPLAUSE!       (Standing ovation!)         Congratulations to all of the graduating seniors!     Huntsville High School Graduation Ceremonies 06/03/2011

Memorial Day Services   The Huntsville Community Men’s Choir     Virgil Larue - Batan Death March Team LTD David Yebra - Professor of Military Science, SHSU Jan Cole - Musician Jon Sheptock - Gospel Music Artist   Monday, May 30, 2011 @ 7:00 PM   If you know any veterans, please bring them along as all of our veterans will be recognized for their service.       Veterans Conference Center   Next Door to to the HEARTS Veteran’s Museum of Texas Hwy 75 North Huntsville, Texas Across the street from the Huntsville Airport   Stay tuned for a recap of todays services -- COMING SOON!! 05/30/2011

Texas: Walker County: Huntsville: It's a BEAUTIFUL Day! The birds are singing, I am singing---that's pretty normal too!  The vision, the sights, sounds and smells of a fresh new day. And, not to mention everything a new day represents: a fresh start another chance to finish what you didn't finish yesterday an opportunity to choose what kind of day you will have  It's so inspiring to me to watch the springtime growth of flowers, plants and grasses.  It has inspired multitudes of folks throughout the ages for good reason. Replenishment, regrowth, recovery, repurpose.... It's a Beautiful Morning and quite a Beautiful Day! Have a GREAT ONE! 05/28/2011

Huntsville Memorial Day Services   The Huntsville Community Men's Choir Virgil Larue - Batan Death March Team LTD David Yebra - Professor of Military Science, SHSU Jan Cole - Musician Jon Sheptock - Gospel Music Artist   Monday, May 30, 2011 @ 7:00 PM   If you know any veterans, please bring them along as all of our veterans will be recognized for their service. Veterans Conference Center   Next Door to to the HEARTS Veteran's Museum of Texas Hwy 75 North Huntsville, Texas Across the street from the Huntsville Airport 05/27/2011

Huntsville ISD - Summer Food Program   All children ages 1 - 18   FREE Breakfast and Lunch   Monday’s through Thursday’s   in the months of JUNE and JULY   at Huntsville Elementary Huntsville Intermediate Mance Park Middle School MLK Community Center (June through August @ this location only)   Breakfast is from 7:30 to 8   Lunch at Huntsville Elementary from 11:30 - 12:30 Lunch at Secondary Schools from 11:30 - 12 Noon   For more information contact Child Nutrition Services at (936) 293-2681.   05/23/2011

Shot in the Dark Golf Tournament Huntsville, TX   Huntsville / Walker County Chamber of Commerce       Shot in the Dark Golf Tournament   TODAY, May 20, 2011   @ The Raven’s Nest Golf Club   4:00 PM 4 person scramble. 18 holes1st 9 holes played in the daylightLast 9 holes played after dark.With dinner served in between the sets   Optional Participation in the Helicopter Golf Ball Drop   You can also purchase golf balls for $10 each or 6 for $50.00 for the Helicopter Golf Ball Drop which is scheduled for around 7:15 PM.  600 numbered golf balls will be dropped over the driving range. The one closest to the hole wins: 1st prize:    $500 gift certificates to Able Ammo and Sears Hometown2nd prize:    $500 gift certificate to Wards Furniture and Flooring3rd price:     $250 gift certificate t... 05/20/2011

Texas: Walker County: Huntsville: It Has Been an AWESOME 1ST QUARTER 2011 It has been an unbelievable ride this First Quarter of 2011. I have had the distinct pleasure of helping a number of families sell or buy a home.  I have had the honor of becoming a part of my clients' lives and have made SO many new friends. Please stay tuned to the TexasRealEstateChannel.com for more stories about my clients. My husband and I went for a ride this past Sunday evening to "drop in" on several of my clients in our neighborhood, Elkins Lake.  It was SOooooo cool.  It was so relaxed.  I mean Soooo relaxed---shorts, t-shirt, ballcap, no makeup.  I had been working outside.  It's me being "just me." We just kept running in to my wonderful clients.  It was such a joyful experience because they were so ha... 05/17/2011

The Huntsville High School Drama Department   Invites you to attend the production of   And Then There Were None   Thursday, May 12   thru   Saturday, May 14   7:30 PM   at the High School Audotorium   Tickets may be purchased in advance by calling (936) 293-2626 for $4.00   Or   At the Door for $6.00     05/11/2011

Congratulations to the Walker County Lions Club on a very successful FIRST EVER Doggie Day Out.  I am looking forward to next year. The video clip has additional photos of the dogs. I was working another booth and did not get to shoot very many photos or ANY videos/photos of the dog contests! I will bring help with me NEXT year!!   05/08/2011

Doggie Day Out  Saturday May 7th    11 AM - 2 PM   Josey Scout Lodge Field Corner of 22nd Street and Sam Houston Avenue   All dogs must be on a leash!   Free Contests:             Best Costume           Most Wiggly        Look Alike       Best Trick   Raffles and Toy Walk $1.00 Donation   Mutt Strut at 1:30   ♥  ♥  FOOD  ♥  ♥   ☺ ☺ ☺  DOGGIE EVENTS ☺ ☺ ☺   ♥  ♥  VENDORS ♥  ♥    ☺  PRIZES ☺   For More Information Contact:   DogMom1962@yahoo.com 05/06/2011

The Wynne Home Arts Center teams up with the Huntsville Community Theatre to bring you Royal Court Games!   Wednesday   May 4th, 2011   From 2 PM to 4 PM In celebration of the Huntsville Community Theatre upcoming production of Cinderella,  the Theatre is hosting children’s Royal Court Games from 2 to 4 p.m. today at the Wynne Home Arts Center, located at 1428 11th Street in Huntsville.   There will be crafts, games and snacks. For more information on this event OR to purchase tickets to Cinderella  Visit the Huntsville Community Theater Website!  or call (936) 295-8009.   05/03/2011

The Lion King     Presented by       Huntsville Elementary School 21st Century Learning After School Program       Thursday, May 5th, 7 PM   at the   Huntsville High School Cafeteria       Admission is Free   Come on out and support these children. Admission is FREE and it is safe for the entire family! You are sure to leave with a spring in your step, smile on your face and love in your heart! Kids have a way of doing that to us! :O) 05/01/2011

Doggie Day Out ~ May 7th   The Walker County Lions Club Presents   Doggie Day Out   Saturday   May 7th, 2011   11 AM - 2 PM   Josey Scout Lodge Field Corner of 22nd Street and Sam Houston Avenue   All dogs must be on a leash!   Free Contests:   Best Costume   Most Wiggly Look Alike Best Trick   Raffles and Toy Walk $1.00 Donation   Muttt Strutt at 1:30   FOOD   DOGGIE EVENTS   VENDORS   PRIZES   For More Information Contact:   DogMom1962@yahoo.com 05/01/2011