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Whistling Straits Party Benefits Brazos Valley Food Bank and Hurricane Ike Relief Efforts

Thursday, September 25, a benefit was held at 5203 Whistling Straits in support of the Hurricane Ike relief efforts. Many local firms were willing to donate items to the silent auction, and all proceeds from the auction went to the Brazos Valley Food Bank, who helped to get the money into the right hands.

Some of the items donated were: An area rug from Aggieland Carpets, several pieces of artwork by Aggie artist Benjamin Knox, a bottle of wine from JJ Ruffino, a $100 gift card to The Republic from Wade Barkman, Kohler bath hardware, a prep sink and a lavatory sink all from Moore Supply, a lamp from Susan Tremont, an under-counter refrigerator from Factory Building Stores, a framed picture from Myra's Gallery and Custom Framing, a painting kit from Monarch, and French doors from Grand Door Co. to be stained by Rob Crowley.

Hors d'oeuvres were provided by The Republic and prepared on location by chef Brian Light. There was also a bar set up in the outdoor kitchen serving drinks all night. Procedes from the bar also went to the Hurricane Ike Relief fund.

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College Station Mayor is Ready for Coffee with YOU - Lets Talk Real Estate in September 2009

September 20th, 2008 categories: Community Events

coffeemayor_web.jpgHow about Coffee with College Station Mayor Ben White?

Mayor White is looking for an honest and open dialogue with the residents of College Station. The mayor takes a few minutes to share his thoughts on many different community issues. Join him at the College Station Conference Center from 8-9am on these dates -

A few of the topics covered in the past were - students as neighbors, neighborhood issues, development issues, community seniors, etc.

If you have topics you would like to discuss, please notify Mayor White at bwhite@cstx.gov. For information on the next session of Coffee with the Mayor, contact the Public Communications Department at pcalliham@cstx.gov

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The Shoe Box - Part One

September 19th, 2008 categories: Community Events, Kids, Family & Personal Stuff

Last December was the first time Wei Jing received a Christmas gift. An aid worker to an elementary school in south China handed her a brightly wrapped package the size of a shoe box. When each of her classmates had one, the school faculty and aides counted down three-two-one. Everyone opened their present at the same time. All around the schoolyard expressions were the same - amazement that this gift was specifically for them. Squealing with delight at receiving a gift from someone on the other side of the world they had never met. Toys, school supplies, and toiletries are just the beginning of the gift. Operation Christmas Child brings joy and hope to children in desperate situations around the world through gift-filled shoe boxes. Since 1993, more than 61 million shoe boxes have been packed, shipped, and delivered across the globe. People of all ages can be involved in this simple, hands-on missions project while focusing on the true meaning of Christmas—Jesus Christ. National Collection Week is November 17-23. Contact Cindy Seaton for more details.

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Fall 2008 Art Classes - Artist Workshop Wednesdays in College Station

September 13th, 2008 categories: Community Events

Benjamin Knox"Artist Workshop Wednesdays" - are kicking off next Wednesday, September 17th from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. There will be four sessions (each consisting of three Wednesday classes) that will focus on different art mediums. The first session focuses on drawing techniques, the second session on watercolor, the third on acrylic, and the final session will focus on working in all mediums! These classes are (more...)

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College Station: Fun for the Whole Family! (Part Three of a Three Part Series)

September 12th, 2008 categories: Community Events

Here is the final installment of this three part series, where we will look at places that parents can take their younger kids for a day out. Entertainment Facilities             If you are really looking for a way to keep the kids busy all day, at a place they will love, try one of these places:

Gattitown- With things like a game room, sports room, theatre, café, and, of course, pizza buffet, Gattitown insures that the kids will never run out of things toChuck do.

Chuck E Cheese- This has long been known as a great place to book a birthday party for the kids. Tons of games, rides, and plenty of food is sure to put a smile on the kid’s faces. Plus, their new kid check program makes sure everyone is well looked after; so mom and dad can sit back and relax without having to chase the kids around. Don’t forget to get a picture with Chuck!

Grand Station Entertainment- Locally owned and operated, Grand

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College Station: Fun for the Whole Family! (Part Two of a Three Part Series)

September 11th, 2008 categories: Community Events

Here is the second installment of this three part series, where we will look at places that parents can take their younger kids for a day out.

The Park             With over 50 different parks in College Station, you are never far away from an afternoon of fun. Each park offers a different set of activities for the family to enjoy, such as: jungle gyms, slides, swings, basketball courts, baseball/softball courts, walking trails, and even disc golf. With so much to do, it is no wonder the city takes such pride in their parks. The College Station Parks and Recreation Department’s mission statement pretty much says it all about their parks, “To provide a diversity of facilities and leisure services which are geographically and demographically accessible to our citizens.”

Here are a feAnderson Parkw of the parks I recommend:

1. Anderson Park- This park was initially created to alleviate the overcrowding of soccer fields in College Station. It now contains five youth soccer fields of various sizes, along with two basketball courts, a playground, a shelter with rest rooms, and parking for 30 cars. With tons

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