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Optometrists
Marc Sanders and Stewart Zuckerbrod are
pleased to announce the combining of their ophthalmology
practices into The Diagnosis Eye Center, with
two locations. The center offers comprehensive eye care
services, eye glass prescriptions and fittings, contact
lenses, and the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases.
Dr. Zuckerbrod and Dr. Sanders are experienced ophthalmic
surgeons and specialize in cataract, oculoplastic, and
LASIK surgeries. Both doctors also teach: Sanders at
Baylor College of Medicine and Zuckerbrod at The University
of Texas Medical School-Houston. Zuckerbrod and Sanders
will practice at both locations: 6500 Fannin, Suite
1108, in the Texas Medical Center, 713/797-1500; and
5420 Dashwood, Suite 200, in the Bellaire Medical Plaza,
713/668-9118.
Denise
O'Doherty LPC, LMFT, LCDC, RN and Leisure Learning
present Managing and Overcoming Depression (#5156).
This class will define the emotional and physical factors
of depression, determine one's potential vulnerability
to depression, and identify the causes. In addition,
O'Doherty will focus on making healthy choices, and
building more effective coping skills as a way to increase
one's sense of well being and become more balanced emotionally.
The class is Sat., Feb. 26, 10 a.m.-noon and is $20.
To register call 713/529-4414. For more information
about this class and others, contact O'Doherty at 713/524-9525.
Michele
Mortensen, an agent for Farmers Insurance,
has moved to a new office to better serve her clients.
Mortensen specializes in home owners', renters', auto,
and life insurance. Mortensen's new location is 5414
Katy Freeway, and she may be reached at 713/426-6655.
Ross
Frapart, escrow officer at Texas American Title,
has completed a record year in 1999 and begins 2000
with projections for another successful year. Involved
in the real estate industry since 1978, Frapart handles
residential and commercial properties, and prides himself
on his hands-on approach to customer service. Texas
American Title is located inside the loop at 3633 Allen
Parkway, Suite 200. Texas American Title offers bi-lingual
closings. For an appointment contact Frapart at 713/807-1181.
Donna
Garrett, one of Houston's most gifted poets, presents
"Bring a Candle, Bring a Friend," a poetry reading
for the romantic at heart. The candlelight reading will
be performed at Café Artiste on Sat., Feb. 12,
7 p.m. Cafe' Artiste is located at 1601 W. Main at Mandell,
713/528-3704. Copies of Garrett's book, The Spoken Touch,
are available at Cafe' Artiste and the MCCR bookstore.
Garrett may be reached at 713/942-2043.
Dr.
Bruce D. Krutsinger, therapeutic optometrist with
Today's Vision, is pleased to announce the JeanPaul
Gaultier 2000 optical frames and sunglass collection.
Gaultier has combined designs that were popular in the
past with current fashion; elegant gothic motifs, mechanical
designs, and excellent craftsmanship create a powerful,
fascinating, and avant-garde line. Visit Today's Vision
at 1426 W. Gray, or call them at 713/640-2020.
Advantage
Volkswagen has named Kathy Scott their number-one
salesperson for 1999. This is the 12th year in a row
she's received that honor, first with Barney Garver
Motors and now with Advantage. Scott has been in the
automotive business for 14 years; her personal service,
attention to detail, and product knowledge has contributed
to her success. Scott sells Volkswagen and Land Rover,
and has access to BMW, Jaguar, Volvo, Audi, and Porche
through Advantage's other Houston-area locations. Scott
currently is promoting the 2000 Volkswagen Turbo Beetle,
150 horsepower of fun, available in seven colors. Advantage
Volkswagen is located at 7025 Old Katy Road. Call Scott
for a test drive at 713/869-4855.
Cathy
Chapman, Ph.D. LMSW-ACP, LPC, and Jackie Klieger,
RN, BSN, will present "Self Healing for Women,"
a series of three workshops exploring healing through
mind and spirit, Saturdays, Feb. 5, March 4, and April
1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. "The Power of Our Energy," an introduction
to energy fields and energy healing techniques; "Connecting
With Spirit When God is a Cuss Word," an opportunity
to learn to communicate with your angels and spiritual
helpers; and "Self Protection," examining the power
of thoughts and feelings and how to protect against
negativity. All workshops are instructional and interactive.
The series will be held at 5615 Kirby Dr., Suite 900.
Please call Klieger at 713/660-0084 or Chapman at 713/664-9200
for workshop fees and registration information.
Discovering
Our Divinity
is a one-woman art show by artist Cynthia Jackson.
Join Jackson at the grand opening of her H-Elijah
Gallery & Chapel on Fri., Feb. 18 from 7-9 p.m.
Jackson, a former exploration geologist, incorporates
environmental and spiritual themes in her work. Jackson's
paintings depict environmental devastation, divine healing,
and victory over oppression. The 45 paintings are a
mixed medium of watercolor, marbelized paper, and sliced
agates. H-Elijah Gallery & Chapel is located in the
Heights at 1508 1/2 Rutland, 713/868-5684.
Gary
Greene, Realtors-Heights has relocated to a spacious
two-story office building at 1717 Yale Street. With
a sales increase of 36 percent in 1999, and 21 real
estate agents, Gray Greene, Realtors-Heights has become
one of the largest gay-owned real estate offices in
Houston. Owner Sam Garrido reports that "our
new office will allow us to hire additional Realtors
to insure that our excellent customer service continues
as the Heights and surrounding neighborhoods continue
to experience record growth." For help finding your
dream home or selling your current property, call 713/880-1400.
Black
Hawk Leather has opened a second location, at 3814
South Shepherd. The original store is located inside
the Venture-N Bar at 2923 Main. Owners Bob Houghton
and Kim Zigler say they started Black Hawk Leather
to fill a need for leather clothing and boots. The South
Shepherd store combines both retail and custom leather
goods. Houghton and Zigler are hosting an open house
Sunday, Feb. 20, 1-4 p.m. Food and refreshments will
be catered by Jim Benton. Visit the store and register
for prizes that will be awarded during the open house.
Call 713/LEATHER for more info.
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