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Stock up on school supplies during tax-free weekend!
Tax-free Weekend comes to Texas on Aug. 7, 8,9. For many, this sales holiday is a chance to save money for essential school and office supplies. There are rules, however. Items are only tax free if they are under $100. Many items needed for the upcoming school year fall under this price range.
Tax-free clothing and supplies include:
School supplies:
Binders
Book bags
Composition books
Crayons
Erasers
Folders
Glue
Highlighters
Index cards
Markers
Notebooks
Paper
Pencils
Pens
Rulers
Scissors
Clothing:
Jeans
Pants
School uniforms
Shirts
Shoes
Socks
Underwear
In line with the holiday, Sun & Ski Sports Offers a savings incentive when buying sports and recreational equipment that can be used for purposes other than school. “Sun and Ski will reduce your purchase price by an amount equal to the local sales tax and then you will pay tax on the reduced amount,” said Eddie Sheraki, President CEO of Versa Creative Group.
Recreational items supply list:
Athletics socks
Baseball jerseys
Cross trainers
Camp Clothes
Flip-Flops
Golf Dresses
Running Shoes
Golf Jackets
Sandals
Golf Windbreakers
Slippers
Golf Shirts/Skirts
Sneakers
Tennis Shoes/Dresses/Shorts/Skirts
Fishing Vests
Football Jerseys
Hats
Hunting Vests
Hiking Boots
Jogging Apparel
Swimsuits
Workout Clothes
Shoes
August Junk Waste Month
Junk Waste
“Junk Waste” is defined as items such as furniture, appliances, and other bulky material.
Tree Waste is accepted during Junk Waste Months; however, to ensure your Tree Waste is recycled, you may hold your tree waste materials until the next Tree Waste designated month or take it to a Neighborhood Depository/Recycling Center.
Texas Children’s Health Plan 2015 Back-to-School Fair
Go the Texas Children’s Back-to-School event and get your backpacks for the new school year. While you’re at it, get your vaccines and health screenings. They will have glucose, blood pressure, vision, and dental screenings on site.
When: 08.08.2015 @10:00 AM- 2:00 PM
Address: Almeda Mall
12200 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX 77075
Please take your child’s vaccination record for screenings.
*****While supplies last. Your child must be present to receive a backpack.
FREE IMMUNIZATIONS FOR CHILDREN, CARING FOR CHILDREN FOUNDATION CARE VAN
The following HFD Fire Stations have been designated to participate in the FREE Children’s Immunization Program (birth-18 years) sponsored by the Houston Fire Department & Caring for Children Foundation Care Van Program.
All children’s vaccines will be provided toUNINSURED and MEDICAID children.
***Sorry they cannot service children with CHIP or private insurance.***
Bring your child’s current immunization record to any of the clinics listed here.
Parents or guardians MUST accompany their children.
The Carevan will be at the following locations from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Thursday, August 20, 2015 at the HFD Training Academy – 8030 Braniff, 77061
- Thursday, September 3, 2015 at HFD Fire Station 82 – 11250 Braesridge, 77071
- Thursday, October 1, 2015 at HFD Fire Station 19 – 1801 Gregg, 77020
- Thursday, November 5, 2015 at HFD Fire Station 34 – 3100 Laura Koppe, 77034
- Thursday, December 3, 2015 at HFD Fire Station 70 – 11410 Beamer, 77089
Join Us Today!
Join us today to extend a heartfelt welcome to Yvette Hernandez as our new Oak Meadows Civic Club President
Acompáñenos hoy 28 de Julio para extenderle una bienvenida cordial a nuestra nueva presidenta del Club Civico De Oak Meadows Yvette Hernandez
Time/Hora: 6:30-8:30
Location/Lugar: Rucker Elementary Cafeteria/ 5100 Vinnett, St. 77017
The Mayor’s Back 2 School Fest
Hello Neighbor,
Back to school season is always bitter sweet. It marks the end of summer fun and the excitement of a new school year. The Mayor’s Back to School Fest presented by Shell and Motiva will be held on Saturday, August 15th. This year’s event will help 25,000 pre-registered students prepare for the new school year. Students will receive backpacks, school supplies, immunizations, dental exams and hair cut vouchers. Health screenings by local agencies, City of Houston and University of Houston services, and children’s undergarments will be available to families in attendance.
Pre-registration is required for all students. To register, click on the link below or call 713.837.0311. Registration deadline is Friday, July 31, 2015 or until they reach capacity…
http://www.houstontx.gov/btsf/registermystudent.html
Due to a limited number of school supplies, only pre-registered elementary school children (K-5) who reside in the City of Houston are eligible to participate.
Free Immunizations
Harris Health System wants to help parents beat the back-to-school rush by offering school immunizations through its Troubleshooters Mobile Unit. During July and August, Troubleshooters is offering free immunizations to children two months to 18 years of age. To receive immunizations, a parent must be present with the child’s shot record. All shots will be given based on availability.
Below, Please see a calendar with the dates and locations.
https://www.harrishealth.org/en/news/pages/upcomingevents.aspx