Libraries’ “Ancient Civilizations” Series Focuses on Mesopotamia and Persia in January

Fort Bend County Libraries will have an educational series focusing on “Ancient Civilizations” this year. The first program in the series, “Ancient Civilizations: Mesopotamia and Ancient Persia,” will take place on Saturday, January 21st, from 2 to 4 pm, in the Meeting Room of George Memorial Library...

“An Enchanted Forest” The Fort Bend Education Foundation’s Annual Gala

The Fort Bend Education Foundation is pleased to announce the theme for its 30th annual gala presented by Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP.  “An Enchanted Forest” will be held on March 4th, 2023, at Houston Marriott Sugar Land. Gala co-chairs Syndee Howgate and Shefali Jhaveri invite...

Fort Bend County Fair: Williams Elected President

The Fort Bend County Fair has elected Jennifer Williams as the 2023 Fair President. Williams’ commitment to the Fair is loyal. “I wholeheartedly support our mission and believe in providing for the education of the youth of Fort Bend County. When I first volunteered at the age of 16, I knew I wanted to...

Felicia Smith Jigsaw Puzzle Competition Returns Register Early, Teams are Limited

It’s been said that completing a puzzle can bring admiration and recognition to someone’s self-esteem by simply accomplishing the small goals it takes to finish a puzzle. The Felicia Smith Jigsaw Puzzle Competition presented by LearningRx Sugar Land, slated for January 21st, adds to those feelings by...

Houston Methodist Neal Cancer Center at Sugar Land Helps Make Spirits Bright for Cancer Survivors, Caregivers

Houston Methodist Neal Cancer Center at Sugar Land recently teamed up with Dillard’s – First Colony Mall to host a holiday-themed fashion show for cancer survivors and caregivers. A sell-out crowd of survivors, caregivers and family members cheered on six models – three cancer survivors and three...

Fort Bend Birders Launch new Christmas Bird Count

A group of local birders is launching a new Fort Bend Christmas Bird Count (CBC) to be held this year on Tuesday, December 20th. “I noticed there was a gap in Fort Bend. The Brazos Bend CBC has been happening for nearly 40 years and the Peach Creek Count in Wharton County was started 3 years ago, but many...

FBISD Students Among National Qualifiers, Award Winners at Texas Thespian Festival

Seventy-eight Fort Bend ISD students have advanced to the National Thespian Festival after qualifying at the Texas Thespian Festival held in Grapevine, Texas last month. The FBISD students received honors at the annual event, which includes students from high school theatre programs from across the...

Sienna Welcomes 1,600 Art Lovers to Sienna Art Festival

The Sienna Art Festival drew 1,600 people at the fourth annual event, with a festival newcomer winning “Best of Show.” Houston artist Joel Anderson took “Best of Show” honors in the juried art competition for “Things Are Looking Up 22.” Returning artist Mary Gullette won first place...

Sugar Land to Host Winter Wonderland-Themed Christmas Tree Lighting

Ring in the holiday season at Sugar Land’s 20th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Sugar Land Town Square on December 2nd. The city welcomes families to enjoy festive musical and theatrical performances at this year’s winter wonderland-themed holiday celebration from 5-8 pm. In addition to musical...

Ugly-Sweater Workshop at Mamie George Branch Library

Sweater weather is here, and the holidays are near! Bring on the holiday cheer with a tacky sweater of your own creation. Fort Bend County Libraries’ (FBCL) Mamie George Branch Library will have an “Ugly-Sweater-Making Workshop” on Wednesday, December 14th, beginning at 10:30 am, in the Makerspace area...

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year with the Fort Bend Boys Choir’s 41st Holiday Concert! Friday, December 9th, 2022

Do you hear what I hear? It’s the sound of singing boys inviting you to the Fort Bend Boys Choir’s Christmas Musicale! Mark your calendars for Friday, December 9th, 2022 at 7 pm at First United Methodist Church-Missouri City, 3900 Lexington Blvd. Tickets are available at the door, but purchasing online...

Riverstone Holiday Market Returns on November 18th

A Fort Bend tradition now in its 12th year, the Riverstone Holiday Market returns 5 to 9 pm on Friday, November 18th at The Club at Riverstone, 18353 University Boulevard. Nearly four dozen vendors will be onsite showcasing an array of gift and holiday items, including candles, wreaths, clothing, toys,...

Fort Bend Communities Win Trophies During Recent Awards Program

Fort Bend County was well represented in the recent Houston’s Best PRISMS Awards hosted by the Greater Houston Builders Association, with three Johnson Development communities taking home numerous awards. Jordan Ranch in Fulshear was named Community of the Year and also won Community Amenity Center of the...

Sugar Land Dedicates Traffic Box Wrap Designs by Local Artists

The city of Sugar Land recently dedicated its third installment of vinyl traffic box wrap artworks in collaboration with the Sugar Land Cultural Arts Foundation (SLCAF). This year marks the third phase of partnership between the city and the SLCAF on the Traffic Box Wrap project, with previous rounds...

Poland Named Sugar Land Police Department (SLPD) Police Chief

Sugar Land City Manager Michael W. Goodrum selected Loudoun County Undersheriff/Colonel Mark J. Poland to serve as Sugar Land’s next police chief. He is expected to begin November 1st. Poland was identified through an extensive, nationwide search. He replaces Eric Robins, who retired in July after 33 years...