July 2018 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

Congratulations to Fort Bend’s Dr. Sam Cress who launched his FDA-cleared innovative oral appliance for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and snoring – the Meridian PM – at the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine in Baltimore. Kim and Sam...

June 2018 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

Houston Methodist Cancer Center hosted the recent Fort Bend Chamber Network Nites & Bites event.  The networking event featured appetizers and musical entertainment along with tours of the Cancer Center.  Jessica Gilbert, Armando Saenz and Cara...

June 2018 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

A reception honoring Dee Koch was held at Safari Texas Ranch as Dee celebrated her retirement from The George Foundation.  A “who’s who” of Fort Bend attended the event to recognize Dee and celebrate her many contributions to the community.  Here’s to Dee and her future adventures!  Bill Nash,...

June 2018 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

All bets were on for the “Off to the Races” Sponsor Party for the annual Child Advocates Gala. The amazing evening thanked the generous sponsors for their support of the Gala.  Vicky and Carl...

May 2018 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

Local business women attended the February networking luncheon held at Salt of the Earth Spa in Sugar Land. Successful Women in Business is a fun, inspiring and collaborative monthly networking group for professional and entrepreneurial women serving Sugar Land and Missouri City facilitated by Business and...

May 2018 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

St. Catherine of Sienna Episcopal Church Gala hosted their fourth annual gala benefitting their mission outreach programs and those impacted by Hurricane Harvey.  Shane and Stephanie...

May 2018 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

The 9th Annual Fort Bend Empty Bowls befitting East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry was held recently at Safari Texas Ranch.  Guests were served a simple meal of soup and bread as a reminder of families in Fort Bend who do not have enough food to eat. Janice and Robert...

April 2018 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

The Sugar Land Wine and Food Affair hosted a 15th anniversary celebration of the event at the Sugar Land Heritage Museum and Visitor Center.  To celebrate the event’s 15th year,  a commemorative cake featuring the Imperial Sugar silos by Nadine Moon from Who Made the Cake! was created.  Joe Zimmerman,...

April 2018 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

The Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land has opened a new collection entitled History, Mystery and Wonder.  It is comprised of eight small galleries dedicated to the curious, the strange and the inexplicable.  The collection is a hands-on experience created to educate and illuminate those who...

March 2018 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

Nearly 600 supporters cruised through the decades at Fort Bend Cares 13th Annual Road Trip.  Party-goers were decked out in clothes from their favorite decade – from poodle skirts and tie dye to those memorable eighties looks. Everyone enjoyed live music by Shark Bait, a fabulous performance by Dance Du...

March 2018 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

The Hope for Three’s Puzzle Autism event was held at the Constellation Field. Teams of four competed for two hours to put together a 500-piece puzzle. Since the puzzle piece is the international symbol for autism, it was a great way for Hope For Three to kick-off the year and raise awareness in conjunction...

February 2018 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

Inspired Living at Sugar Land recently held its grand opening celebration. Inspired Living is a state of-the-art senior living community offering independent and assisted living, as well as memory care. Those attending the grand opening were treated to fabulous fare and tours of the new facility. Nancy and...

January 2018 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

The Friends of Fort Bend Cares recently gathered to celebrate the season and their continued success. Fort Bend Cares has been raising awareness for local non profits and the services they provide the youth of the community for the past 11 years. Jill Curtis and...

January 2018 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

House of Blooms invited customers and anyone in the Christmas spirit to stop by for their Christmas Open House. The House of Blooms’ elves were busy creating magical Christmas arrangements for the holiday season.  Kathy Neumeyer, Francesca Cook, Roy Houck, Alyssa Fancello, Pat and Tiffany Houck with...

December 2017 – Out & About in the Heart of the Bend

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital recently held its annual Free Flu Shot Toy Drive to benefit Santa’s Exchange. Area residents donated a gift and received a free flu shot. The event was in collaboration with the Exchange Club of Sugar Land, Fort Bend Exchange Club, Rotary Club of Sugar Land, Rotary...