college station homes: Brazos Valley Worldfest 2014 - 11/15/14 01:03 PM

The bigger the population gets, the smaller our world becomes.  Thanks to technology, families that are thousands of miles apart can see and talk to each other over the internet.  One company can conduct a business meeting with five different affiliates all at the same time.  At the Brazos Valley Worldfest 2014, we celebrate diversity.
What: Brazos Valley Worldfest 2014
Where: Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater (1015 Colgate, College Station)
When: Nov 21 & 22, 2014 7pm to 10pm Fri, 10am to 5pm Sat
Admission: FREE
Contact: Kim Fox, Festival Coordinator (979) 845-8008

What began as Texas A&M's International Education Week back in 2005 has … (0 comments)

college station homes: Veterans Day 2014 at Veterans Park College Station - 11/10/14 03:33 AM

Today is Veterans Day.  It commemorates the official end of World War I back in 1918 (the 11th day of the 11th month) as well as celebrating the service of our military men and women.  Originally known as Armistice Day here in the United States, it would eventually become known as Veterans Day in 1954.  You can celebrate Veterans Day 2014 at Veterans Park College Station beginning at 4pm this afternoon.
What: Veterans Day 2014 at Veterans Park College Station
Where: Veterans Park (3101 Harvey Rd)
When: November 11, 2014 4pm
Cost: FREE
Contact: Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial (979) 450-3296

The official celebration of … (1 comments)

college station homes: College Station HOWLoween 2014 - 10/21/14 06:51 AM

In many Bryan-College Station homes, dogs and cats are more than just pets.  They are shorter, (mostly) furrier members of our family.  They teach children how to be responsible.  They provide hours upon hours of love.  Currently, Austin is the largest no-kill city in the country.  We want to continue that trend here in Brazos County.  You can help by attending the College Station HOWLoween 2014 this Saturday, October 25th.
What: College Station HOWLoween 2014
Where: New Republic Brewing (11405 Dowling Rd Ste C)
When: Saturday, October 25th 5pm to 8pm
Cost: FREE admission
Contact: New Republic Brewing Co (713) 489-4667 or via email
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college station homes: Brazos County Heart Walk 2014 - 10/07/14 02:37 AM

Did you know that heart disease and strokes kill more than 813,000 lives every year in the United States?  The American Heart Association has worked tirelessly since 1924 to bring awareness to and find a cure for cardiovascular diseases as well as strokes.  With your help, the Brazos County Heart Walk 2014 will assist the AHA in their continuing efforts.
What: Brazos County Heart Walk 2014
Where: Texas A&M's West Campus Lot 74
When: Saturday, October 18, 2014 8:30am to 11:30am
Cost: FREE
Contact: American Heart Association (888) 433-7220 x2425

Walking is a fantastic way to increase your blood flow and reduce your risk … (0 comments)

college station homes: College Station Wienerfest 2014 - 09/29/14 05:39 AM

For most people in the Bryan-College Station community, pets are more than a four legged companions.  They truly are a valuable member of our families.  Studies show that kids who grow up with pets are more compassionate and responsible than those that don't.  Celebrate these crazy canines at the College Station Wienerfest 2014 this Saturday, October 4, 2014.
What: College Station Wienerfest 2014
Where: Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater (1015 Colgate St)
When: Saturday, October 4, 2014 
Contact: Aggieland Humane Society (979) 775-5755
The College Station Wienerfest 2014 is the biggest fundraiser Aggieland Humane Society puts on every year.  It is also one of the most … (1 comments)

college station homes: College Station Tax Rate Public Hearings - 09/02/14 02:19 AM

Benjamin Franklin is reported as saying that "nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes".  Ain't THAT the truth!  College Station is proposing that a property tax increase be adopted for the new year.  In order to do this, they are required by law to hold two separate College Station tax rate public hearings.  College Station homeowners are encouraged to attend.
What: College Station Tax Rate Public Hearings
Where: City Hall Council Chambers (110 Texas Ave) 
When: Wed, Sept 3, 2014 6pm & Thurs, Sept 11, 2014 7pm
Contact: Kristeen Roe, Brazos County Tax Assessor (979) 361-4470 or via email

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college station homes: College Station Double Dip Day 2014 - 07/21/14 05:33 AM
College Station Double Dip Day 2014
Schools in College Station don't start back until the end of next month.  There is still plenty of time to relax and enjoy summertime.  Whare are you doing with your lazy days?  How about participating in College Station Double Dip Day 2014.
What: College Station Double Dip Day 2014
Where: Adamson Lagoon (1900 Anderson)
When: Wednesday, July 23, 2014 2pm to 4pm
Cost: $6 admission fee
Contact: (979) 764-3735

While double dipping a chip is considered a party foul, College Station Double Dip Day 2014 is not.  Tomorrow, July 23rd, Bryan and College Station residents are invited to come down … (0 comments)

college station homes: College Station Color Up 5K 2014 - 04/22/14 02:29 AM
College Station Color Up 5K 2014
Do you love the outdoors?  Do you like to have fun?  Do you want to have a colorful time?  The College Station Color Up 5K 2014 is almost here and they want people like YOU to join in on the excitement!
What: College Station Color Up 5K 2014
Where: Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater (1015 Colgate Dr)
When: Saturday, April 26, 2014 9am to 12:30pm
Cost: $50 pre-registration/$60 at the gate
Contact: Color Up 5K (512) 731-9237

The College Station Color Up 5K 2014 is Aggieland's biggest party of its kind.  Participants can run or walk the 5K trail through … (0 comments)

college station homes: College Station World Down Syndrome Fundraising Gala 2014 - 03/10/14 05:41 AM
College Station World Down Syndrome Fundraising Gala 2014 Approximately 1 in every 700 babies born in the United States annually has an extra chromosome 21, resulting in the diagnosis of Down Syndrome.  This is called "trisomy".  That's also what makes March 21st an important day for the College Station World Down Syndrome Fundraising Gala 2014 since it is a "trisomy" of its own (3/21).  Everyone is invited join in on the entertainment and education that will be a part of the fundraising gala at Hilton College Station on Saturday, March 21st.
What: College Station World Down Syndrome Fundraising Gala 2014
Where: Hilton College Station … (0 comments)

college station homes: Early Voting in Bryan-College Station 2013 - 10/22/13 02:18 AM
Early Voting in Bryan-College Station 2013 Election Day is still two weeks away.  But early voting in Bryan-College Station 2013 opened up yesterday, October 21st.  As long as you are a registered voter in Brazos County, you can cast your vote early and avoid standing in long lines on Election Day.
The deadline to register in Bryan-College Station so that you could vote in next month's election has already passed (October 7th).  If you weren't registered at that time, you will not be allowed to vote in this election.  However, you can always register now so that you're ready to go … (0 comments)

college station homes: Bryan-College Station National Night Out Block Party - 09/24/13 03:11 AM
Bryan-College Station National Night Out Block Party Safety is a top concern of most citizens around the country, even here in Bryan-College Station.  While our police and other first responders are top notch, they can't be everywhere all the time.  Residents and business people can provide an extra set of eyes and ears to extend the reach of the long arm of the law.  One way to get to know your local law enforcement officers in person is to participate in National Night Out next Tuesday.  It's not too late to sign our neighborhood up for a Bryan-College Station National Night Out … (0 comments)

college station homes: Brazos Valley Fair and Expo 2013 - 08/27/13 04:29 AM
Brazos Valley Fair and Expo 2013 Summertime is coming to a close here in Bryan-College Station.  Kids are heading back to school.  The weather will be cooling off soon.  One way to say goodbye to summer before we welcome in the fall is at the Brazos Valley Fair and Expo 2013.
What: Brazos Valley Fair and Expo 2013
Where: Brazos County Expo (5827 Leonard Rd, Bryan)
When: September 5-8, 2013, all day
Cost: $10 per adult per day, $5 per child ages 4-12
For your price of admission to the Brazos Valley Fair and Expo 2013, you will gain admission to all the exhibits, livestock … (0 comments)

college station homes: College Station Graffiti Run - 08/20/13 04:06 AM
College Station Graffiti Run Graffiti on walls is a horrendous sight.  Graffiti on people, however, can be fun.  When you add graffiti to College Station residents, it gets even better!  Sign up now for the College Station Graffiti Run taking place this October and get a discount on the registration fees.
What: College Station Graffiti Run 5K
Where: Wolf Pen Creek Park (1015 Colgate Dr)
When: October 20, 2013
Times: 9am to 10am (1st wave), 10am to 11am (2nd wave)
Cost: $45 per person/$40 group price until Sept 21st
The College Station Graffiti Run is a 5K course where participants start off in their sparkling whites … (0 comments)

college station homes: College Station Named Top 10 US College Town - 08/06/13 03:02 AM
College Station Named Top 10 US College Town Hot off last week's announcement that it was one of the 10 Great Places to Live, College Station was name a Top 10 US College Town by Livability.com for the third year in a row.  College Station is tied with three other cities (Boulder, Ann Arbor and Athens) as being the only cities named three times in the four year history of Livability.com's Top 10 College Towns list.  We are also the only city in Texas to ever make the list all four years: College Station was named but unranked in the very … (0 comments)

college station homes: Bryan-College Station Makes the List of 10 Great Places to Live - 07/30/13 03:00 AM
Bryan-College Station Makes the List of 10 Great Places to Live Anyone who lives in the Bryan-College Station area already knows what a wonderful place this is to live.  But it's nice that outside sources recognize this fact as well.  I am happy to announce that Bryan-College Station makes the list of 10 Great Places to Live for 2013.
Kiplinger, a personal finance magazine, ranks cities across the nation based on several factors, including local economy, home prices and school system.  Bryan-College Station came in at #3 on the list.  With its safe community, top notch school system, strong economic development, 5.7% unemployment rate and fantastic … (0 comments)

college station homes: College Station Smart Water Guide - 07/09/13 03:34 AM
College Station Smart Water Guide Even though July tends to see the highest use of water, hot temperatures and little precipitation lead to double the normal water usage in College Station last month.  That would seem to indicate that we're likely to see an even higher usage this month than in years past.  In dry months, many homeowners tend to water their landscaping more often and for longer periods of time.  However, that's not always the most beneficial.  The following is a College Station Smart Water Guide to help you get through the hot summer months.
An automatic sprinkler system can … (1 comments)

college station homes: Bryan-College Station 4th of July Celebration 2013 - 06/25/13 04:29 AM
Bryan-College Station 4th of July Celebration 2013 It may be hard to believe, but it's almost Independence Day.  Didn't we just celebration the New Year?!  The official Bryan-College Station 4th of July Celebration 2013 is an all day affair for the entire family to enjoy.
What: I Love America Celebration
When: July 4th, 2013 9:30am to 10:15pm
Where: George Bush Presidential Library & Museum
Cost: FREE
Bryan-College Station's I Love America Celebration This is the 15th year that the George Bush Presidential Library has hosted the annual Bryan-College Station 4th of July Celebration.  The museum itself will be open from 9:30am to 8:30pm on … (0 comments)

college station homes: Make Some Noise in College Station - 06/18/13 03:22 AM
Make Some Noise in College Station Noise is music to kids' ears.  Let them make some noise in College Station tomorrow, June 19th.  Wolf Creek Pen Park in College Station is inviting all residents to bring their favorite and noisiest instruments so they can play them as loud as they want. 
What: Make Some Noise in College Station
When: Wednesday, June 19th, 9:45am to 10:45am
Where: 1015 Colgate Dr
Cost: FREE
After the kids whoop it up and make some noise in College Station, they can gather round for an egg shaker project.  Wolf Creek Pen Park will provide the necessary supplies.  Let the kids … (0 comments)

college station homes: College Station Rod Run 2013 - 06/04/13 01:34 AM
Summer days seem perfect for taking a long, leisurely drive.  For classic car enthusiasts, it's the perfect time to show off their rides.  The Bluebonnet Street Rod Club agrees.  This weekend, June 8th and 9th, they'll be holding their 22nd Annual College Station Rod Run at Stephen C Beachy Central Park.
Located at 1000 Krenek Tap Rd, Stephen C Beachy Central Park will be filled with hot rods, muscle cars, street rods, trucks and other classic cars on display from 8am to 4pm Saturday and 8am to 2pm on Sunday.  All classic car and truck owners in the Brazos Valley are invited … (1 comments)

college station homes: College Station Community Celebration - 05/21/13 03:21 AM
Community is very important to residents of Bryan-College Station.  A community that plays together stays together.  So, it seems appropriate that the Bryan-College Station Convention and Visitors Bureau would create the very first Bryan-College Station Community Celebration.
From 5pm to 7pm on Tuesday, May 28th, bring the family, your friends, neighbors and co-workers to Wolf Creek Pen located at 1015 Colgate Dr. in College Station.  Kids can unleash some energy in the bounce houses.  There will be wine and food tastings for the adults.  See animals, play games, listen to live music, get a free mini massage, participate in fitness games and try out … (0 comments)

 
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