Birnam Wood Bugle
birnamwood3.org
“Our mission is to promote the enhancement of property values, security, and overall livability of our community while improving and
maintaining the Common Areas.” - Mission Statement for Birnam Wood III CAI
Nov/Dec/ 2014 /Jan 2015 / Office 281-350-8556 Email: birnamwood3@sbcglobal.net
Calendar of Events
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November 8, 2014 – Fall Festival 10 am-2 pm
Grace Family Church, 23007 Cypresswood Dr.
QUARTERLY BOARD MEETINGS
November 11, 2014 – Monthly Water Board
Meeting 7 pm in Elly Brokaw Clubhouse
November 13, 2014- 50+ Thanksgiving Luncheon
from 11:30 am-1:30 pm in Elly Brokaw
Clubhouse
Our next quarterly meeting will be on Tuesday,
January 6, 2015 at 7:30 pm. We meet on the first
Tuesday of the quarter unless that day is a holiday.
These meetings last just one hour and give all owners a
chance to come and express ideas. We also have 5
committees that give reports on what is going on.
Come join us. Other 2015 meetings: 4/7, 7/7, & 10/6
Plans to Develop Land Behind Pavilion
December 6, 2014- Birnamwood Blue Marlins
Swim Team Winter BBQ fundraiser, 10:30 am1:30 pm, Kroger parking lot, 5671 Treaschwig
December 7, 2014- Rehearsal for Carolers
12 noon at the pavilion or Elly Brokaw Clubhouse
December 7, 2014- Christmas Parade and Santa’s
ride starting at 1 pm from Elly Brokaw Clubhouse
December 09, 2014- Monthly Water Board
Meeting in Elly Brokaw Clubhouse at 7 pm
The Board of Directors has finalized the Master
plan drawings with White Oak Studio for the park
area improvements. The first phase includes:
grating and drainage of the land, removal of the
unnecessary chain link fence, and installation of
the crushed granite walking trail.
SECURITY MEASURES
December 11, 2014- 50+ Christmas Luncheon
from 11:30 am-1:30 pm in Elly Brokaw
Clubhouse
December 14, 2014 – Christmas Lights Contest
judging 7 pm- until…?
December 24 & 25, 2014 – Office closed-Holiday
January 1, 2015 – Office closed-Holiday
January 6, 2015- HOA Quarterly Meeting in
Elly Brokaw Clubhouse at 7:30 pm
January 13, 2015- Monthly Water Board Meeting
in Elly Brokaw Clubhouse at 7 pm.
January 31, 2015- HOA Assessments Due
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Vehicle Decals: are still available for any
resident who does not have one. These decals say
“BWIII & VOSO”. They are meant to go either on
your back driver side window or car bumper.
These decals will help our Constables to identify
who belongs in our neighborhood. This is a
security measure recommended by the Constable’s
Office to help prevent crime in our neighborhood.
If you need decals for your vehicle please come by
the office and pick them up.
ELECTION RESULTS:
Birnam Wood III CAI held its annual members
meeting on 11/5/2014. Les Novak was elected
to the Board of Directors for a 3 year term.
SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO
TOWN
Christmas Lights Contest-December 14
It’s about that time again to put up the Christmas
decorations and lights. Judging will be on
December 14th starting at 7 PM. Don’t forget to
turn on your lights!!! 33 winners will receive gift
certificates from The White Flamingo restaurant
on Aldine-Westfield. The list of winners will be
posted on the office door and on our Web site at
birnamwood3.org.
Santa and his Carolers will be driving through
Birnam Wood III and Villages of Spring Oaks on
Sunday Dec. 7th at 1:00 pm. Spring Volunteer
Firemen are donating their time to help Santa toss
candy to all the good little boys and girls. So
listen for the sirens and come on out and cheer
Santa on. You don’t have to be a kid to enjoy this
simple pleasure.
50+ Thanksgiving Luncheon –
November 13, 2014
Come join us for our Thanksgiving Luncheon
from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm. Birnam Wood will
supply the turkey, dressing, and mashed potatoes.
Please sign up to bring your favorite side dish.
Call the office and get on the mailing list.
Looking for Christmas Carolers
Enjoy the merriment of the season on a hayride
through the neighborhood with Santa. No
Auditions required-just a loud voice. We need
your energy and Christmas spirit to make this
year’s Parade a huge success!!! Music and
Choirmaster provided. Everyone is welcome
(children under 14 must be accompanied by an
adult 18 or over).
50+ Christmas LuncheonDecember 11, 2014
Come and join us for our Christmas luncheon at
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in the Elly Brokaw
Clubhouse. We will have a White Elephant Gift
Exchange with a limit of $10.00. No one is
required to bring a gift. Please contact the office
# 281-350-8556 for more information, or if you
wish to be added to our 50+ mailing list.
Rehearsal schedules:
 Sunday December 7th – rehearsal 12 noon
at the pavilion or Elly Brokaw Clubhouse
What to wear for hayride:
 Make sure to wear red, white, and/or green.
Bring an umbrella in case of rain.
Also, don’t forget….
Holiday Decorations need to be
taken down by February 1, 2015!
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National Night Out Donations
YARD OF THE SEASON
Kroger: 20 cases of water
Gift Certificates from the following:
Mr. Jim’s Pizza: (2) for 2 large pizzas each
Maribel Hair Salon: (2) haircuts, valued at $15 each
Las Ramadas Mexican Grill: (4) $15.00
Westco Donuts: (10) 1 dozen donuts
White Flamingo Restaurant: $35.00 gift certificate
We want to thank all of the businesses listed above
that donated to make our National night a great
experience for our neighborhood. All other gift
cards were provided by the H.O.A. and MUD #43.
We would also like to thank WCA for providing the
following: trash bins and a WCA recycling truck,
Certified Electronics Recycling through
CompuCycle, and on-site document shredding
through Shred Pro.
AEROBICS
4534 Tylergate was voted FALL YARD OF
THE SEASON. Congratulations to the
residents for their hard work.
The Winter Yard of the Season will be voted on
at our January quarterly meeting. Please
submit your suggestions to 281-350-8556.
with Perry
These are free classes held at the Elly
Brokaw Clubhouse from 9:00 am to 10:00 am
as posted. Space is limited. If you are
interested please come by one
morning and observe or attend. Check the
web site under activities at
birnamwood3.org for specific dates and
times. Bring water, a towel for perspiration,
and a mat. Waiver required.
“Happier” classes now YOGA
Happier Mind and Body has combined into one
class now simply called YOGA. The class is
intended for men and women 18 and over. Minors
under 18 are permitted with adult supervision. If
you are interested please feel free to come to the
Elly Brokaw Clubhouse on Saturday morning at 9
am. A class schedule is posted at the Elly Brokaw
Clubhouse and can also be found on our web site
under activities. Bring a mat and water. Namaste
For more information contact Perry @
pmtrosclair@gmail.com or call the office at
(281)-350-8556.
BIRNAMWOOD BLUE MARLINS
SWIM TEAM
Is holding their Winter BBQ fundraiser on
Saturday December 6, 2014 at the Kroger parking
lot on the corner of Cypresswood and Treaschwig
from 10:30 am- 1:30 pm.
YARD OF THE FALL SEASON
RUNNER UPS
1. 4503 Algernon
2. 23514 Wintergate
3. 5207 Lost Cove
4. 24047 Clipper Hill
The beautification committee has approved a
$50.00 Gift card from Home Depot to the winner
of the Yard of the Seasons. We have a Spring,
Summer, Fall, and Winter Season for judging each
year.
Hey everyone!
Check out www.pattypotty.com
for info on what NOT to flush!
NO WIPES IN THE PIPES!
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Dog walking
When walking your dog please remember to bring a
bag to pick up after your dog. We are getting
complaints in the office about this. Always keep your
dog on a leash when walking and not running loose in
the neighborhood.
The Deed Restriction/
Beautification Committee is
looking for volunteers to help with
keeping our subdivision looking
good. Please call the office.
Residential Recycling
Start the New Year off right, fill your Recycling
Container! WCA and Harris County MUD 43 have
teamed up to make recycling more accessible to all
residents. Everyone should now have a recycle container
on wheels.
The following items are now accepted in your recycling
container:
Paper: Newspaper, Magazines, Catalogs, Junk Mail and
Envelopes, Paper – Bags, Colored, Construction and Office,
Folders, Phone Books, Holiday and Greeting Cards
Cardboard: Corrugated Cardboard Boxes, Paperboard
Boxes (cereal, soda/beer, egg, etc.)
Containers: Aluminum Cans, Tin Cans, Steel Cans, Glass
Bottles and Jars, Empty Aerosol Cans, Aluminum Foil,
Plastics #1-#7 (milk, soda, water, juice, shampoo, detergent,
pool supplies, pet food, etc., excluding Styrofoam), Metal
Pots and Pans, Copper, Scrap Metal (nails and screws,
gutters, etc.)
Unacceptable Recyclable Material: PLASTIC BAGS,
Styrofoam, Pizza Boxes (because of the oils), Coat Hangers,
Paint and Solvent Containers, Light Bulbs, Mirrors,
Windows, Dishes and Cups, Pyrex Pans, Wet or Soiled
Paper, Paper Towels, Facial and Toilet Tissue, Disposable
Plates and Cups, Milk and Juice Cartons (wax-board
containers), Wrapping Paper
Now Hiring Lifeguards
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS/ COLLEGE
STUDENTS- Are you looking for part-time work?
Need extra money for clothes/video games, etc??
Birnam Wood III is now hiring Lifeguards for the
2015 pool season. Beat the last minute jobs rush
and APPLY NOW. Download the application
from our website: birnamwood3.org
Excellent pay
Double hourly rate for holidays
Private party pay up to $20 per hour
Bonus pay up to $1 per hour for total
hours work during the season
Part-and Full time position available
Mandatory requirements: Lifeguard
Certification, CPR, and First Aid.
Please have your recyclables at the curb no later than 7 a.m.
Any excess material may be placed in paper bags, cardboard
boxes, or previous recycling bins adjacent to your recycling
container. If you have any questions regarding our
residential recycling program, please contact WCA’s
Residential Office at (281) 368-8397.
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23803 Birnam Wood Blvd
Spring, Texas 77373
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