THE QUEEN THEATRE CELEBRATES FIRST BIRTHDAY Information provided by the Downtown Bryan Association In celebration of the Queen Theatre's first birthday, the historic Art Deco icon of Downtown Bryan will present the 1939 classic, The Wizard of Oz at 3 and 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 4. … [Read more...]
Internet Safety: Being Safe In the House with a Click of a Mouse
Internet Safety: Being Safe In the House with a Click of a Mouse Article By: Maricella Raiford Here are a few tips to ensure your kid's safety while surfing the Internet over the summer. Follow these guidelines so you can still have peace of mind even while you are away. Educate Your Kids- Let … [Read more...]
Spring Farm Day! at Ronin on May 5, 2019
Spring Farm Day! at Ronin Information provided by Ronin Farm Come join the family fun at Ronin Farm on May 5, 2019 from 2:00 - 6:00pm. Entry to the event is FREE and they will have so many activities to captivate your kiddos (and adults, too)! Be riveted by live demonstrations of painting and … [Read more...]
Aggieland Safari: OPENING in Bryan, TX
Aggieland Safari: Opening in Bryan, TX It’s going to be a wild summer for the Brazos Valley! Located near Bryan, Texas, just a short 20-minute drive from College Station and 90 minutes from Houston and Waco, Aggieland Safari is the Serengeti of the South. Starting on May 9th, come enjoy over 450 … [Read more...]
Safety Tips for the Summer
Safety Tips for the Summer Written by Maricella Raiford Summertime is just around the corner and every kid is getting filled with excitement as the school year comes to an end. No more school means more time for activities, events, and new adventures! This may cause worry for you as a parent since … [Read more...]
Is Your Child Ready to Babysit?
Is Your Child Ready to Babysit? Article Courtesy of CHI St. Joseph Health For children entering their pre-teens, staying home alone can represent a big step toward independence. For parents, determining whether they’re truly ready for that level of responsibility can be challenging. “It’s a … [Read more...]
BioBlitz of Lick Creek Park 2019
BioBlitz of Lick Creek Park 2019 Info and images provided by Stephen Levert, TAMU Society for Conservation Biology VP The Lick Creek Park BioBlitz is a nature outreach event at the Lick Creek Park Nature Center in College Station, Texas. Teams of student volunteers go on a 24 hour surveying … [Read more...]
Lemonade Day 2019! Register your booth today!
REGISTER TODAY for LEMONADE DAY 2019 Information from Katy Dempsey of Candy95 At Candy 95, we are passionate about entrepreneurship! If you want to help teach your kids how to start, own, and operate their own business, registration is now open. Remember, this community-wide event is FREE to … [Read more...]
Happy Campers!
Happy Campers How to keep your child safe and smiling at day camp By Caroline Fossi, CTW Features As the school year winds down, it’s time to start making summer plans. For many families, that means scouting out day camp options for the kids. Besides keeping little ones occupied during the … [Read more...]
Let’s Go On Vacation! Tips for Traveling With Family
Let's Go On Vacation! Tips for Traveling With Family By Lisa Iannucci, CTW Features Whether you’re planning a spring break road trip with the kids to an amusement park or a flight to an all-inclusive island resort, it’s exciting to think about a trip with the family. You are anxious to … [Read more...]
Free Children’s Books During United Way’s Bunny Book Bash at Post Oak Mall
Free Children’s Books During United Way’s Bunny Book Bash at Post Oak Mall COLLEGE STATION, TX (Mar. 29) – United Way of the Brazos Valley will host the 2nd Annual Bunny Book Bash, a free book giveaway, at Post Oak Mall the first two Saturdays in April: Apr. 6 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm and Apr. … [Read more...]
Dear Jen – Realtor Jen Zweiacker advises families on transition to a new home
Dear Jen: My husband has been a offered a position in Dallas and our family is about to begin the process of relocating and moving to a new home. My two youngest children are really anxious about moving from the only home they have ever known. Do you have any suggestions to make the transition … [Read more...]
Art After School Spring 2019
Art After School Spring 2019 Provided by | The Arts Council of the Brazos Valley COLLEGE STATION, March 13th, 2019 – Art After School, an after-school program for students ages 6-11, meet every Thursday beginning March 21 for nine weeks. Cost is only $125.00 and meets at the Arts Council’s new … [Read more...]
The Daycare Dilemma: How to find the best fit for your child
The Daycare Dilemma: How to find the best fit for your child Article By Jessica Monsell, CTW Features If the thought of leaving your new baby or toddler with a stranger all day gives you anxiety, you're in good company. According to Department of Labor statistics, as many as 70 percent of moms … [Read more...]
Family Promise BCS: Saving Lives, One Family at a Time
Family Promise BCS: Saving Lives, One Family at a Time Article by | Hannah Holbrook I love being home. There’s something about getting home from a long day of work, unlocking your door, and kicking off your shoes that just makes you feel warm inside. Home is where you go to unwind and recharge. … [Read more...]