by FBMG School may be out for the summer, but learning hasn’t stopped for a group of Girl Scout Daisies. The kindergartners and first-graders attended Saturday morning camp June 7 in Rosenberg hosted by the Fort Bend County Master Gardeners where they learned about earthworms, ladybugs, parts of a flower, mason bees and what plants need to grow. Moms who sat in the back of the room also got a chance to participate in some […]
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Newly developed FBMG Fruit Garden welcomes visitors
By FBMG One of the ways that Fort Bend County Master Gardeners share their knowledge is through the nine demonstration gardens they maintain in Rosenberg next to the County Fairgrounds. In May, they completed the newest, the Fruit Garden. Located on the eastern edge of the demonstration gardens, 1402 Band Road, it’s adjacent to the Herb Garden. Planning for the garden started in August 2024 with Master Gardeners Mary Parkhouse and Linda Bair serving as co-chairs with assistance from […]
The Heritage Society Offers Two Unique Juneteenth Tours Honoring Black History
HOUSTON, Texas (May 23, 2025) —Starting June 7, 2025, The Heritage Society at 1100 Bagby Street invites visitors to explore the rich tapestry of Houston’s Black history through two immersive tours, each offering a distinct perspective on the journey from enslavement to emancipation. Held every Saturday and on Juneteenth (June 19), these experiences pay tribute to the resilience of communities once confined by oppression. The Juneteenth Tea Cakes Tour guides visitors through three historic houses designated by […]
Spectrum Fusion Premieres New YouTube Series, Literacy Corner, Where Autistic Adults Inspire Young Readers
Series is produced by Spectrum Fusion’s Media Team and hosted by team member Garrett Groogan HOUSTON, May 21, 2025 – Spectrum Fusion, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating employment opportunities for autistic adults in media production, is proud to announce the launch of its new YouTube series, Literacy Corner. The show is hosted by Garrett Groogan, a 21-year-old team member on the autism spectrum who has a passion for reading. Garrett’s infectious enthusiasm for books sparked the […]
SPRING FLOWERS BRING SUMMER WONDERS AS ARTECHOUSE UNVEILS ITS SECOND SEASONAL EXHIBIT
Following the launch of its rock-themed Amplified exhibit, ARTECHOUSE will now compliment the high-octane show with the tranquil, nature-focused BLOOMING WONDERS beginning on Friday, May 23 HOUSTON, TX – May 15, 2025 – Building upon ARTECHOUSE’s recent announcement of the Houston debut of Rolling Stone Presents: AMPLIFIED, the organization has announced that it will launch a companion exhibition for the summer – BLOOMING WONDERS. The two exhibitions will run simultaneously through September, with tickets for AMPLIFIED available in […]
Texas A&M opens Animal Reproductive Biotechnology Center
Cutting-edge facilities to improve Texas, U.S. livestock success May 6, 2025 – by Gabe Saldana Texas A&M AgriLife Research and The Texas A&M University System opened a new state-of-the-art Animal Reproductive Biotechnology Center at Texas A&M-RELLIS campus May 6. The roughly 27,000 square-foot indoor and covered-outdoor biotechnology center in Bryan is a joint project of AgriLife Research and the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Animal Science. The new center will increase understandings of ruminant reproduction at molecular, cellular and whole-animal levels […]
Butterfly Celebration draws interest
More than 400 people visited the Demonstration Gardens of Fort Bend County Master Gardeners on May 3 to participate in the Butterfly Celebration. After stormy weather late in the week, Saturday temperatures were welcoming if a little chilly at first helping to make the celebration, representing more than a year of planning, a success. One-hundred Master Gardeners shared their love of gardening with the community, said Catherine Pennington, who co-chaired the event with Mary Parkhouse. […]
Local Agencies Unite in Effort to Locate Missing Persons
Attend Missing in Southeast Texas, Saturday, May 3, 2025 For those with missing loved ones and those who would advocate for them, an annual event on May 3rd in Houston is the place to be for resources, awareness, and more. May 3, 2025, is Missing in Southeast Texas Day (MISETXD). To celebrate and commemorate this occasion, local, state and national agencies with a mission to find missing persons ask you to attend Missing in Southeast […]
Texas State Parks Roll Out All-Terrain Track Chairs for Ultimate Outdoor Access
AUSTIN – Texas State Parks are taking accessibility to the next level with the addition of nine motorized track wheelchairs, offering visitors new ways to explore trails and outdoor spaces. These battery-operated chairs are available at 10 state parks across Texas, allowing visitors to traverse a variety of terrains with ease. Guests can check out a track chair for up to three hours at no cost. Reservations are required, and visitors should contact the park […]
DIRT DOGS THEATRE CO. PRESENTS BUG
Performance dates: May 16 – 31, 2025 HOUSTON, TX — Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. (DDTCo.) closes out its ninth season with Bug, the cult thriller by Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Letts. Co-directed by Malinda L. Beckham and Curtis Barber, this tense, award-winning play examines the terrifying power of belief and the psychological fallout of seclusion. ABOUT THE PLAY Agnes is a lonely waitress with a fondness for isolation. Peter is a Gulf War drifter. As an unexpected […]