Care and support for abandoned children in South Vietnam
July 19 - July 31, 2010 August 16 - August 28, 2010 October 4 - October 16, 2010
Every few months, the monks find a new baby left in front of the pagoda gate. Ky Quang Orphanage is run by Ky Quang Pagoda, which was built in the early part of the 20th Century in 1924 and is quite famous in Ho Chi Minh City. The pagoda is now a place of charity for unlucky children and also helps treat diseases. Now, the pagoda is taking care and bringing up more than 200 children in the South of Vietnam. The children here have unfortunate backgrounds as many have been abandoned by their parents and relatives. The head monk sometimes receives phone calls from hospitals requesting him to take in abandoned babies. At the moment, about 200 children are living in the Pagoda, their ages ranging from 5 days old to 40 years old. 90 of these are orphans that are suffering from cerebral-palsy, blindness or Down's syndrome. At present, about 30-40 local children have a chance to study at Ky Quang as some local teachers teach Vietnamese for them in the morning. Volunteers will spend time with the children and help improving their English, organizing games and other activities for them. Volunteers will also help redecorating the houses and classrooms, planting vegetable, cleaning the area. Volunteers will get closer to the children’s life and try to build up wider horizon for the children and encourage them to learn better for brighter future. Project language: English Location: Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City Age range: 18 and over
Southwest Clinical Research Centers , LLC:
We are currently conducting research studies in high blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis and acid reflux. By choosing to participate in a study, all your office visits, exams, labs, X-rays and study medication are at no cost. Insurance not required! Some studies even pay you for your time and travel!! If this seems like something you may be interested in, please contact us at the numbers below.
LOCATIONS
11914 Astoria BLVD. Suite 170
Houston TX , 77089
(Near Memorial Hermann-Southeast)
(281) 922-7811
8619 W. Broadway, Suite 105
Pearland TX, 77584
(Near Cullen and FM 518 intersection)
(281) 485-3434
Most Sundays
Petco - Sugarland
3326 Highway 6 Suite D
Sugar Land, TX 77478
281-265-0700
1st Saturday of the month
Carter's PET DEPOT
Echo Lane Shopping Center
Houston, Texas
9333 Katy Freeway
Houston, TX 77024
Tel: 832-358-1600
PEARLAND ANIMAL CONTROL SHELTER
2002 Old Alvin Rd.
Pearland TX 77581
Phone: 281-652-1970
pearlandpets@ci.pearland.tx.us
Missouri City Shelter
1923 Scanlin Road
Missouri City, TX 77489
281.403.8707
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We really need more foster homes for cats/kittens and dogs/puppies.
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Items needed:
TOP 5 NEEDS:
1. Puppy Food - DRY
2. Kitten Food - DRY & CANNED (kitten season is upon us - lots of kitties)
3. Cat Litter - any kind
4. Collapsable Wire Crates - Because the Petco in Sugarland is insisting that
we put only one puppy per crate............ watch for them at garage sales & on
craigslist for cheap
5. Large Ferret cages - to be used for small kittens... gives them room to romp
around like a jungle gym !! :-)
other needs...
Flea Prevention
Heartworm Prevention
cat food - dry
dog food - dry
bleach, laundry soap, towels/blankets, bedding
cat litter boxes (we also use these to feed puppies - not just for litter boxes)
collars (especially small and medium)
large food bowls, cat and dog toys
Newspaper
and many other items...If an animal can use it... we can use it!!
Any of these items can be dropped off at...
1. my house near Beltway 8 & S.Main: 281-499-4794 or email: wiredforrescue@yahoo.com
2. Petsmart - 10075 Almeda Genoa
3. Pearland Animal Shelter - 2002 Almeda Genoa
4. Missouri City Shelter - 1923 Scanlin Road
To qualify, you must be
- African American
- Adult female aged 40-60
- In peri-menopause or menopause
- Currently in a relationship with a sexual partner
- English speaking
You are not eligible if you
- Currently use hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or hormonal birth control
- Had one or both ovaries removed
- Are pregnant, nursing, or wanting to become pregnant
- Have a history of major medical conditions such as stroke or heart attack
- Have a current severe psychological disorder such as bipolar disorder or schizophrenia
You also contact Robert Clark, MS, at 301-295-9666 or at menopausestudy1@gmail.com to provide you with more information.
November 25 - December 11, 2009
December 16, 2009 - January 1, 2010 January 6 - January 22, 2010
January 27 - February 12, 2010
The program for protecting the Marine Turtles is run since 1996 together with the Michoacan University and the local people of Colola Beach. This year again the international volunteers will work with the people of Colola village to protect the sea turtles. There are two kinds of turtles that arrive on the beach, the Negra (Black Turtle) and the Golfina (Olive Riddle Turtle). The people involved in the project help by collecting eggs, burying them in the turtle camp, taking care of the baby turtles and doing some work collecting statistical information. In this frame, a group of international volunteers will be involved in the project as members of the staff, which means that the volunteers will be very involved in the project and the work. The goal of this project is to protect the turtles and to help run the conservation activities of the turtle protection program, promoting international cooperation and solidarity.
The main work consists in collecting turtle eggs, burying them again in a secure place, and transporting the baby turtles safely to the sea. This will be carried out at night since the turtles do not get out of the ocean during the day (because of their natural predators, it is safer for the turtles go out of the ocean in the dark). Together with the people from Colola Village, the volunteers will seek for the turtles and take care of the eggs and the baby turtles. Local people, who are very friendly, work with the group and explain them what to do. Very motivated volunteers who really want to get involved in the work for protection of the turtles are needed for this project. There are also some extra activities to be done with the local people in order to help improve the town such as setting names to the streets of the town or helping to arrange a multi-use playground for the children, and maybe some cleaning work, but this depends on the volunteers' initiative. The people of the town are very open to participate in other activities that the group of volunteers can propose, so any ideas will be welcome. Language: The official language of the project is English. Some Spanish would be appreciated. Location: Colola is a small town located on the Michoacan State coast, between Maruata and La Placita towns. It's a remote place that offers an excellent opportunity to be close to nature, on a virgin beach, with no tourism around. The closest city is Tecoman at 200 kilometers, but other villages such as La Placita that are closer (45 minutes by bus) can offer Internet connection.
Doan Hung Social Welfare Center is located in the mountainous area of Phu Tho Province in northern part of Vietnam. The center is providing care and basic education for about 120 disadvantaged children who are orphan/abandon/disabled and refugees. Volunteers will spend time playing with the children, organizing games and other activities for them. Volunteers will also teach some English for the children refugees.
December 7 - December 27, 2009
February 1 - February 21, 2010
Ayurveda is a 5000 years old Indian health care system that is widely practiced even today. "Ayur" in Sanskrit means "life" and "Veda" means "science". It is a perfect Science of health and longevity. This holistic science is the knowledge of complete balance of the body, mind and spirit, including the emotions and psychology, on all levels. It includes in its consideration, longevity, rejuvenation and self-realization therapies through herbs, diet, exercise, yoga, massage, aromas, tantras, mantras, and meditation. According to Ayurvedic tradition, health is the balance of elements air, earth, fire, and water, and illness is an excess or deficiency of any particular element. Ayurveda treats illness at its source, rather than at the level of symptoms, and helps an individual to take responsibility for their own health and well being. Ayurveda is also known as 'Ashtanga Veda' (the word literally means 'Eight branches of knowledge') as it is divided into eight specialized branches.
Yoga is a complete science of life that originated in India several thousands of years ago. It is the oldest system of personal development in the world, encompassing the entire body, mind and spirit. It is the union between a person's own consciousness and the universal consciousness. The classical techniques of Yoga date back more than 5,000 years. The word Yoga means "to join or yoke together," and it brings the body and mind together into one harmonious experience.
The volunteers will be learning the Basics of Yoga and Ayurveda in these three weeks of the project. Every day, there will be topics covered by a professional master (the person in charge of yoga and ayurveda classes), which will be practiced by the volunteers. Yoga will be practiced every day. Apart from this, the volunteers will also help at the herbal garden and the nearby school. Furthermore, the volunteers will support a local school in need of simple renovation work. The volunteers will also interact with the children teaching them basic English and Mathematics, Health and Hygiene awareness, environmental protection, etc.
I am currently preaching with familys that work in the Circus.
After the last show which ends at 2am, we are preaching the word .
We are lifting tents and providing help to all that are having financial crisis and thirsty for the word of God.
Dear Brothers and Sisters be sensitive to the Spirit of the Lord and help us.
Places we regularly visit.
Puebla, Teucan, Ojinaga, Durango, Veracruz, Tamaulipas, Laredo, La Sierra, Oxaca, Guanajuato, El Salvador and many more places through out Mexico.
God Bless you and may he prosper you path.
2 Timothy 2:21 (New Living Translation)
21 If you keep yourself pure, you will be a special utensil for honorable use. Your life will be clean, and you will be ready for the Master to use you for every good work.
We are in need of your support.
If you can donate dollar toys, used blenders, toasters ect..
Things such as camping stoves can be used for those that have no where to cook.
PLEASE EMAIL US YOUR PRAYER REQUESTS AND QUESTIONS.
We can open our doors if you wish to come and visit us in Mexico.
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I am currently preaching with familys that work in the Circus.
After the last show which ends at 2am, we are preaching the word .
We are lifting tents and providing help to all that are having financial crisis and thirsty for the word of God.
Dear Brothers and Sisters be sensitive to the Spirit of the Lord and help us.
Places we regularly visit.
Puebla, Teucan, Ojinaga, Durango, Veracruz, Tamaulipas, Laredo, La Sierra, Oxaca, Guanajuato, El Salvador and many more places through out Mexico.
God Bless you and may he prosper you path.
2 Timothy 2:21 (New Living Translation)
21 If you keep yourself pure, you will be a special utensil for honorable use. Your life will be clean, and you will be ready for the Master to use you for every good work.
We are in need of your support.
If you can donate dollar toys, used blenders, toasters ect..
Things such as camping stoves can be used for those that have no where to cook.
PLEASE EMAIL US YOUR PRAYER REQUESTS AND QUESTIONS.
We can open our doors if you wish to come and visit us in Mexico.
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Hello,
I am a doctoral candidate at California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University doing my dissertation exploring the experience of romantic betrayal.
The survey will take 15-30 minutes to complete. While I understand that your time is limited, your participation is truly appreciated. Your participation would be VOLUNTARY and ANONYMOUS.
If you have any questions you can email betrayalstudy@sbcglobal.net.
Thank you for participating in research that will benefit the understanding certain experiences the some have in romantic relationships in life. Through increased understanding professionals, such as couples therapists, may be able to help people more effectively deal with the aftermath of betrayal.
Giving returns to society some of the benefits society gives you.
Karma!
Who can you help with these surveys?
Muscular Dystrophy association
Make A Wish
Special Olympics
The Humane Society Of The United States
American Cancer Society
Susan G Komen For The Cure
Just to name a few......
Take a moment and check out the TinyCharity website, sign up for the survey and do something to make yourself feel good. If we all do our part we really can "Make A Difference"
- Want to help some animals in need but can't commit to fostering or adopting one?
- Seeking an opportunity to teach your kids about random acts of kindness or the beautiful concept of "pay it forward?"
Crimson and Clover, in intensive care at the moment, are both females, estimated to be about 10 months old and are less than half their normal body weight.
Current weight: 12.5, 13.5 lbs (should be at least 30 lbs)
Cause: Malnutrition
Vet care is running about $200.00 a day
The organization "Adopt a Rescued Friend" is spearheading the efforts to save these girls and is seeking monetary donations and supplies to give Crimson and Clover a chance at life.
www.adoptarescuedfriend.org
We are a great band, so selling our products should be easy if you sell it properly. The price in which you sell the merchandise is totally up to you. You still make 20 % of whatever you sell.
You can get the merchandise from us and sell it on your own time or you can come to the shows and sell it during the shows.
This is the website to our band.....myspace.com/versecity
If you are interested you can come and meet us and we'll talk about it in person....
If nothing else, you get to go to free shows with the hottest bands in houston...
All right, get back to me at 713 444 9684 or e-mail me back.
For only a few hours a month, you can make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families.
CAN YOU: Share a smile? Share stories? Hold their hand? Sit with the patient so the family can take a break? Cut fresh flowers from a garden? Be a good listener?
Volunteers are also needed to help in our Administrative Offices (Woodlands, League City, Baytown, and the Galleria) by answering phones, filing, copying and other duties.
Please contact Sue Parker, Coordinator, Volunteer Program at 281-316-7777 if you can help or would like additional information.
- Study will last 8 weeks.
- You will be compensated $250 per week($2000 total) plus all additional money you make from the program. Checks will be sent weekly.
- You are only required to commit 4 hours per week to the program.
Since 1999 the ex-Convent San Giorgio, a Volunteering Permanent Centre, has hosted hundreds of volunteers in different occasions. The Convent is situated in the region of Abruzzo, centre of Italy, about 150 km away from Rome. It has been fully restored by the local institution Mountain Community and furnished following as much as possible the "static free" standards.
The project aims to bring new economic, tourist and especially cultural and spiritual movements in a quite isolated area. It deals with sustainable living, no waste, recycling and clever use of energies.
As every year international volunteer groups will spend some days at the ex Convento San Giorgio: a good chance to meet people from all over the world, to know a bit of Italian culture, getting in touch with permaculture and sustainable living; all this while staying in a Convent of the XVII century and discovering the beautiful Park of Sirente–Velino.
This is a special project in which international volunteers will help to collect olives in the field. The field is about 45 minutes away from the Convent (by car). During this period volunteers will be spending the day in the field. Work can be hard for some who are not used to it.
. Project language: English Age range: 18 and over
The survey is simple and should not take longer than 30 minutes to complete.
Your responses in this experiment will be confidential. None of the responses you give during this survey will be linked to any information that could be used to identify you.
Your participation will contribute to a growing body of research relating to the adaptive nature of sexual behavior!
Your time in taking this survey is sincerely appreciated:
Volunteer project: Coorg or Kodagu (originally called Kodaimalenadu) means “dense forest on a steep hill”. It is a rural district located near the city of Mysore (Karnataka State) amongst a scenery of misty hills, lush forest, acres and acres of tea and coffee plantation, orange groves, undulating streets and breathtaking views. The international volunteer projects in Coorg will focus on environmental protection, re-forestation, tree planting, working with different local NGOs to spread health and hygiene awareness among the tribal villages. The project involves assisting in various underprivileged schools by teaching basic English and Mathematics, health and hygiene, and renovation work such as building playgrounds. The activities will vary and will involve some manual work.
This is one of the most beautiful places in India, completely surrounded by nature!
By opening your home to a foreign exchange student, you will have an opportunity to personally shape the image of America that "your" student will carry home.
ISE Students:
> Are 15-18 years old
> Bring spending money
> Want to share cultures
> Speak English
> Have Full Insurance
Contact me by email to let me know if you would like to find out more about our program. We have students that are here for 6 months, 10 months & 12 months. We are now looking for Good Families to Host a Student come January 1, 2010.
In 2009, Neighborhood Tax Center volunteers prepared tax returns for 16,821 families and returned $23 Million to our community. If you would like to help us serve even more families in 2010, please register or sign-up at our website:
www.neighborhood-centers.org/tax
There you can fill out your volunteer application and register for trainings. We will add you to our volunteer database and send you updates on trainings and volunteer opportunities as they become available.
WHAT DO VOLUNTEER TAX PREPARERS DO?
*Learn how to prepare simple tax returns in 8 to 16 hours of training
*Become certified as an IRS volunteer tax preparer
*Work directly with families who need help preparing their tax returns
*Commit to volunteer 36 hours between January & April -- just 3 hours a week!
WHAT OTHER WAYS CAN I VOLUNTEER?
*Intake Specialist: We need friendly volunteers to welcome clients and organize their tax documents. Attend a 3 hour training.
*Translator: 20% of our clients speak only Spanish. We need bilingual volunteers to assist Spanish-speaking clients. No tax knowledge needed!
WHAT CAN I EXPECT?
*Flexible volunteer hours with day, evening, and weekend shifts
*Convenient tax center locations
*Resources at each tax center to answer your questions
*Opportunity to earn Continuing Education Credits (CPE)
*Obtain professional references for your job search or school application
*Instant Gratification! See first-hand the financial impact you can have on a family
University of Texas researchers are looking for people who graduated in 2004-2006 from a Texas high school but have not completed a 4-year college.
If you're interested in participating, please go to www.surveymonkey.com/2004_HS_Grads or call us at (512) 471-8993 to complete an easy, confidential 3-5 minute screening process to determine your eligibility. If eligible, you will receive $40 for completing an additional 45 minute on-line survey.
Email saharahelp@psy.utexas.edu or call 512-471-8993 with questions.
October 10 - October 24, 2009 May 8 - May 21, 2010
The School for Disabled SLB Semarang was founded in 2005 with the aim to cater for the needs of disabled children and youth in Semarang and the surrounding areas. It is mainly funded by the Central Java department of health and closely cooperates with the statutory health services and the Faculty of Medicine of the Diponegoro University. We would like to host foreign volunteers because we believe that their interaction with the children, during education and vocational classes and other therapeutic activities will be of great benefit as our students have little or no chances to meet and live with people from other cultures. The intercultural dimension that their presence will generate will also be welcomed and valued by the local staffs. The support that the volunteers will give to our teaching staff , particularly those teaching English, will be invaluable. The role of the volunteers will be assisting local teacher in classes like teaching basic conversation in English, helping teacher in giving training on physical activities of the disabled students like making simple handicrafts, playing, doing simple sport etc. The volunteers' influence on students is expected to create a sense of knowledge of other realities of the disabled kids and other cultures in a way that improves their own perception of themselves and what they can achieve. Also to open the mind of international volunteers that the disabled students also need attention to face their future. It will also give opportunity for the international volunteers about the treatment that should be done by the families of disabled children. Study theme: The volunteers will be introduced to the education activities of the disabled students related with Indonesian culture and customs in general. Leisure time: During free time, the volunteers will have the chance to visit Semarang city, Samp Poo Kong Chinese Temple, Lawang Sewu Building and Gedong Songo Hindus Temples. Project language: English Age range: 18 and over
I know this economy sucks. But you still drink soda right? Just throw the empty cans into the bag. You can help the earth, and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (www.nationalmssociety.org )
Situated on the west coast (Arabian Sea), lies this small touristic state of India. Goa was the former Portuguese colony in India. It is one of India's most cherished and prominent places for travelers since many years for its remarkable palm-fringed beaches; a travelers paradise. Groups of international volunteers along with a local group of specialists have been part of an awareness program all throughout the state for several years. This year again a volunteer project will be conducted but with a different theme. The volunteers will be visiting the schools and rural settlements of the region to present the importance of health and hygiene awareness and the need of education among the adults and the children. The volunteers need to be very creative in designing the exclusive orientation for the people of this region. Volunteers who participate in this project need to bring materials and ideas for the program, after which the whole group will settle on a plan of action decided by the team.The program will be mainly in schools/orphanages where the management will invite the parents and the surrounding villagers to visit and absorb the message given out through the presentations and plays.
Location: Panjim city, in Goa State. Panjim is the capital of the state of Goa. Panjim is accessible by air, domestic and some international airlines fly directly to Panjim Airport. The nearest international airports are Mumbai and Bangalore. Trains and buses operate on a daily basis from Bombay and Bangalore.
I have a dream of becoming a CEO of a fortune 500 Company someday.
Now that I am a FOG that is not such a big pie in the sky anymore.
FOG is built on a philosophy that no one is an island unto himself. Have you tried
pursuing your dreams and crashed in the process? Looking for a career change and you
find yourself at a dead-end? Trying to find a worthy mate for a meaningful relationship
but attracting rotten eggs? Looking for an organ transplant? Got a few months to live?
What happens if you do not find one? No matter how rich and powerful you are there are
still things your money just can't buy.
This world is like a big pie; getting a bigger piece takes hard work, dedication,
perseverance, and sometimes, it depends on whom you know. That is where FOG comes
in. We freely help our members reach their dreams, and together we've dedicated
ourselves to overwhelming the world with goodness; to lift the human spirit through
random acts of kindness, and generosity. At FOG you may never know who stands
behind you, a billionaire? Millionaire? Movie Star? Or the average Joe? All we ask is
that you pledge to help make this world better place than you were born into it. Is that too
much to ask of you? COME! COME TO FOG NOW! PARTICIPATION IS LIMITED.
Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin are seeking participants who graduated from high school in 2004, 2005, or 2006 but have not completed a 4-year college.
Would you like to participate? If so, please go to www.surveymonkey.com/2004_HS_Grads or call (512) 471-8993 to complete a confidential three to five minute screening process to determine your eligibility. If eligible, you will be given forty dollars for completing an additional 45 minute on-line survey.
Email saharahelp@psy.utexas.edu or call 512-471-8993 with questions.
Main requirements for participating in the study are:
-You are 18 years or older
-You have been diagnosed with OA of the knee or hip
-You are currently taking naproxen or celecoxib and receiving some relief
A comprehensive study-related health evaluation and osteoarthritis educational materials will be provided at no cost to you.
Qualified participants receive free doctor visits, free study-related testing, free diabetes testing supplies, and compensation for every clinic visit.
Call and speak to a study coordinator today to see if you qualify for this exciting opportunity!!!
DIABETES
CHOLESTEROL
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE
MIGRAINES
ARTHRITIS
ASTHMA/COPD
~and others
Call and speak to a study coordinator for details on how you can receive free study-related testing, free doctor visits, and compensation for every visit (866) 921-5810
A person who has food has many problems.
A person who has no food has only one problem. --Chinese saying
Friends Feeding Friends is a group of people who make up and deliver healthy
vegetarian bag lunches to the homeless in the Fort Bend and Harris County areas.
We are a new group, so we are still in need of volunteers to help us spread the news
and gather the items used to make up these much needed (and really appreciated) lunches.
After a month of driving and searching, we have found and are now currently feeding between 50 and 100 people per week (we deliver the bag lunches on Saturday afternoons).
In this short period, we have gotten ourselves some “regulars” and have learned quite a bit from them about the needs of the homeless here in our area. The information we have gathered from talking with these displaced people has helped us to make the necessary changes so that we may better help to keep them fed!
If you are interested in helping Friends Feeding Friends, please see the list we have compiled of items we use and need donated every week to make up the lunches for our Friends!
Creamy Peanut butter Jelly
American cheese slices Mayonnaise
Pickles/ pickle chips Lettuce
Lunch size chips Pretzels/ Goldfish Crackers/ Cheez-its
Individual Apple sauce cups Individual Fruit cups
Lunch size boxes of Raisins Peanut Butter/ Cheese crackers (e.g. Lance Brand)
Fruit and cereal bars (e.g. Nutrigrain bars)
Soft fruits (a lot of toothless folks out there); Bananas, Pears, Grapes, and Oranges
Cases of Water bottles (need to keep them hydrated!)
Loaves of Sandwich bread (whole wheat has the most nutrition : )
**Sandwich bags **Snack size Ziploc bags**Plastic spoons**Plastic grocery bags**
Nobody can do everything, but everyone can do something. ~Author Unknown
For only a few hours a month, you can make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families.
CAN YOU: Share a smile? Share stories? Hold their hand? Sit with the patient so the family can take a break? Cut fresh flowers from a garden? Be a good listener?
Volunteers are also needed to help in our Administrative Offices (Woodlands, League City, Baytown, and the Galleria) by answering phones, filing, copying and other duties.
Please contact Sue Parker, Coordinator, Volunteer Program at 281-316-7777 if you can help or would like additional information.
NOVEMBER 13, 2009 and NOVEMBER 14TH, 2009 - VARIOUS SHIFTS AVAILABLE!!!
Participating Kroger stores include: 6055 Fry Road (Katy), 8500 Highway 6 North (Houston), 6160 Highway 6 (Houston), 17455 Spring Cypress (Cypress), 14060 FM 2920 (Tomball)
If you are interested in helping making this event a success, or have questions, please contact Kelli Savage at 281-516-4021 or by email at kelli.savage@mailblc.org. Hope to hear from you soon!
Best Buddies High Schools is a nonprofit program dedicated to enhancing the lives of students with intellectual disabilities
by providing the opportunity for one to one friendships.
Volunteers needed in the following areas: set up and clean up, entry, food, and stage
Event Date: Saturday, November 14th
Time of service ranges from approx. 3:30pm - 10pm
Location: Clear Lake Park - 5001 NASA Pkwy
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