Mosaic Outdoor Club of Houston Since Feb 1997

--  December 2003 --

  6-7th December Sat-Sunday Brazos Bend State Park for a Saturday Chili Cook-off and Play Day with Biking and Hiking and then an evening of Judaism in the Stars (Jewish astronomy) at the Observatory followed by a brief Havdalah service and more.
  14 December Sunday Picnic and Play Day at Memorial Park with our dogs and more.
  20 December Saturday 7th Annual Chanukah Party, gift swap, raffle and silent auction

 

ACTIVITY The Mosaic Planning Meetings are now online via email and phone
DETAILS Send in you ideals via email to mailto:houston@mosaics.org?subject=Planning Mtgs and Ideals
See past event ideals from other Months at Past Calendars
or contact Barry at btb318@att.net or Phone 713-868-6310

 

ACTIVITY Mosaic - The Memorial Park Walking/Hiking or Biking Group
DATE December 9th and 23rd
The 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month
TIME 6:00 pm Sharp till ???
LOCATION Memorial Park near the Tennis center, Future link
COST See website soon!
RSVP Let us know you are coming, or for more info
call Barry 713-868-6310 or mailto:houston@mosaics.org?subject=Tuesday Wlak, Hike, Bike
DETAILS We would like to remind you of this upcoming regular event.
Join us at Memorial Park for a walking, hiking or biking on the
1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month.
The 3 groups will meets twice each month for a brisk walk, hike or bike on
the Memorial Park Trails. Check out scenery and make new friends.
It is a 3 mile trek for the walkers and hikers, more for the mountain bikers,
less for the basic biker.

 

ACTIVITY Brazos Bend State Park for a Saturday Chili Cook-off and
Play Days with Biking and Hiking and then an evening of Judaism in the
Stars (Jewish astronomy) at the Observatory followed by a brief Havdalah
service and more.
DATE Saturday, 6th December 2003
TIME 11:00 AM till 11 PM
LOCATION Brazos Bend State Park (50 minutes South of Houston)
Se this map in the circle past the 2nd parking lot.
Look for us North of Elm Lake and the MOSAIC Sign.
http://www.mosaics.org/houston/forms/brazos-bendsp-1.pdf
COST $5 for Houston-Members, 10$ event fee for Guest
TEAMS: $10 for each Team of 4 cookers (cookers get in free)
Details for Camping cost and meals for those that wish to stay the night; tba.
RSVP This event must have RSVPs in advance to reserve park space
as this is a busy weekend at the park.
There is a min to make this event happen (Park restrictions)
Before Thursday evening at 6pm, call
Barry 713-868-6310 or email at houston@mosaics.org
DETAILS Join us for the full experience as a day camper( Morning to Evening).
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!
JOIN US FOR THE Brazos Bend State Park for a Saturday Chili Cook-off and
Play Days with Biking and Hiking and then an evening of Judaism in the
Stars (Jewish astronomy) at the Observatory followed by a brief Havdalah
service and more.

Chili, crackers, & dessert; soft drinks and water provided –
Prizes for best chili – 3 categories and for the most festive holiday attire
BRING YOUR LAWN CHAIRS !


CHILI COOK-OFF RULES

1. All cooking team members must be signed up no later than
Thursday, December 4th.

2. Name of cooking team must be submitted before the judging begins,
preferably upon sign-up

3. Cooking teams will consist of no more than 4 people.

4. Individual cooking teams will not be reimbursed for cooking expenses.

5. Set-up time for all cooking teams at 4 p.m., ready to serve at 5 p.m.

6. Cooking teams will provide own pot, burner to heat chili, and serving utensils.
(we can provide a burner if you let us know in advance)

7. Cooking teams must enter minimum of ½ gallon of chili.

8. Judges will not be allowed to be on cooking teams.

9. Prizes will be awarded for the following categories:
----------Best presentation, Best tasting chili, Most original chili------------

 

ACTIVITY Picnic and Play Day at Memorial Park with some dogs and more.
DATE Sunday, 14 December 2003
TIME 11:00 AM till 2 PM
LOCATION Memorial Park Picnic Loop near the front (see map below)
COST Free for Houston-Members, 5$ event fee for Guest
RSVP So we know how much ice, hotdogs and drinks to provide.
You only need to bring a side dish.
For more info, contact Seth at 713-854-9425 or 713-728-7400
or email: swaldman@houston.rr.com
DETAILS Bring your bike, roller blades, Frisbees, Bring A dish and
Join us for an afternoon of cycling, roller blading, hiking or just
schmooze in the park for a Sunday Happy Hour to relax.
Refreshments and a Kosher Hot-dog will be provided;
you provide a side dish to share.
Look for the MOSAIC sign along the Memorial Park Picnic Loop,
on the South side of Memorial Drive, across from the Volleyball courts.

EXTRAS: Bring your dog, borrow ONE or just come out
and enjoy someone else's dog. :) Please, only friendly,
well-socialized dogs are encouraged to join us.
See the map of the Memorial Picnic Location at
http://www.mosaics.org/Houston/forms/meml-pk-pic-lp1.jpg

 

ACTIVITY 7th Annual Mosaic Chanukah Party, gift swap, raffle and silent auction
DATE Saturday, 20th December 2003
TIME 7pm till ???
LOCATION (Directions send with your RSVP)
COST Free for Members and Free with your new Membership,
$5.00 Event Fee for Guest
Bring a Gift valued btw $10-$15 and a potluck item.
( $10 additional without potluck)
What Potluck item to bring? If your email begins with the letter...
                     A-H Bring a main dish
                      I-R Bring a dessert
                      S-Z Bring an appetizer
RSVP To confirm your menu items and for directions from
Barry for more info 713-868-6310 or email at houston@mosaics.org
DETAILS Last year's event was great fun, so we are doing it again.
Join Us for this Great Celebration as the Tradition Continues
and this event grows bigger and bigger. What better way to enjoy the
festival of lights than to share it with friends Texas style, cook
latkes, light your menorah, exchange gifts, win a prize in the raffle
and have fun? Everyone needs to bring a potluck side dish or desert.
Latkes and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided.
Bring your menorah, a gift valued between
$10-$15 for the gift exchange, a dish to share and sit by the fire,
with a friend. And remember the $Dollar$ raffle; 7 prizes and a silent auction.
Dress appropriately for the weather?


Revised : 02 DEC  2003