December 2023– Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

Houston Methodist Sugar Land (HMSL) partnered with The George Ranch’s Great Pumpkin Round Up to offer an experience that was exclusive to HMSL. Many employees enjoyed the outdoors and activities with both their family and work friends. The Center for Performing Arts Medicine also joined to help create a...

September 2023– Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

The Finest and Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land (FBFSL), an organization formed to support all of Sugar Land’s First Responders – Police, Fire and EMS – has announced their first annual event.  “Red & Blue United – A Sugar Land First Responders Tribute” is scheduled for Sunday, October 15th,...

Summer 2023– Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

What a night for Child Advocates of Fort Bend!  Over 600 guests and volunteers – a record-breaking attendance for the annual gala – enjoyed an amazing evening of dining, dancing and bidding on April 29th at Charlie’s Chocolate Factory Gala.  The ballroom at the Sugar Land Marriott Town Square...

June 2023– Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

The Fort Bend County Republican Party’s annual Lincoln Reagan dinner was held April 28th at Safari Texas Ranch and was attended by over 500 guests.  The organization’s premiere fundraising event, the evening featured remarks from U. S. Congressman Byron Donalds and U. S. Congressman Troy Nehls, who also...

May 2023– Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

After a ten-year hiatus, the Sugar Land Rotary Shrimp Fest was back at Flour with food galore and family fun! The event featured a bid board, kids’ zone and live auction featuring James Patterson as the auctioneer. With nearly 300 guests in attendance, Sugar Land Rotary President Marvin Marcell said,...

April 2023– Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

The Fort Bend Education Foundation’s 30th annual gala on March 4th, “An Enchanted Forest,” proved to be the ultimate forest fantasy experience. Gala co-chairs Syndee Howgate and Shefali Jhaveri proudly announced that the gala raised $509,000 in support of Fort Bend ISD children’s education, the...

March 2023– Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

Jackie Pham and the Fort Bend Children’s Day Kids’ Committee Members presented a check to the Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center for $45,000 from the CEO Foundation in honor of Pham’s children and grandmother who perished in a fire during the winter storm of 2021 during the confetti cannon...

December 2022– Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

NRG WA Parish partnered with Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels in November to serve meals, play games and provide maintenance at their facility. Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels currently serves more than 360,000 meals to 2,200 seniors across the county. NRG Senior Benefits Analyst Elaina Edmonson and NRG...

October 2022– Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Foundation hosted their Inaugural Law Enforcement and Community Champions Awards Gala and Fundraiser on August 27th at Safari Texas Ranch.  The event highlighted members of Fort Bend’s Law Enforcement community in the categories of Rookie of the Year, Investigator of the...

September 2022– Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

A hot time was had by all as friends and supporters attended the kick-off to the 2022 Sugar Land Firefighters Gala at the home of Honorary Co-Chairs Doug and Susie Goff.  Presented by the Sugar Land Citizens Fire Academy Alumni, the September event will honor the Sugar Land Fire Department.  For...

Summer 2022 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital joined nearly 15.5 million American cancer survivors who celebrated the 35th Annual National Cancer Survivors Day® in June. Also recognized were the many family members, caregivers and health care providers whose support of cancer survivors help make the celebration...

June 2022– Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

La Cocina Mexican Restaurant and Catering held its 15th Annual Cinco de Mayo fundraiser benefiting Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels (FBS) with over 200 people in attendance. The event, one of the organization’s longest running fundraisers, has raised almost $480,000 over the last 15 years. Photos by...

May 2022 – Out & About in the Heart Katy

The Sugar Land Cultural Arts Foundation and the City of Sugar Land celebrated the first annual Sugar Land Arts Fest 2k22 presented by The Cathy Stubbs Team at Smart Financial Centre Plaza in April.  Many local artists showcased their talent and gained exposure.  Photos by Kelley Sweet Photography. Artist...

April 2022– Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

The Fort Bend Education Foundation (FBEF) held its 29th annual gala on March 5th at the Houston Marriott Sugar Land. “International Ball – Journey Around the World” was the ultimate global experience exploring different countries and cultures. Gala co-chairs Terri Wang and Cindy Cheng proudly announced...

March 2022– Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

Fort Bend supporters came out to see Governor Greg Abbot at a Celebration of Texas Tour on January 30th at Gallery Furniture in Richmond. State Representative Jaycee Jetton, District 26, introduced Governor Abbott at the event highlighting Texas’ strengths. Among the enthusiastic and excited group of Fort...