Fort Bend Lifestyles and Homes Magazine Mar 2010: Calendar of Events in Fort Bend County

Meyer Elementary students Hannah Faught, Nyah Ramirez, Jasmine Alcala and Julio Vasquez admire Picasso ’s artwork.

Picasso reproductions on exhibit at Meyer Elementary, through March 12

The traveling exhibit of reproductions of Picasso’s masterpieces is made possible through a grant from the Lamar Educational Awards Foundation. The exhibit is open to the public during school hours, 7:45 a.m.-2:40 p.m.

In her grant request, Meyer Art teacher Judy Fang, said the exhibit will not only provide students the opportunity to view the works of an important artist who transformed the world with “Cubism,” but will also teach them about the man Picasso and the history behind his works.

Green Thumb Seminar: Gardens to Attract Butterflies and Birds, march 11

The Fort Bend Master Gardeners, sponsored by Texas AgriLife Extension Service, will present “Gardens to Attract Butterflies and Birds” in the Green Thumb Series on Thursday, March 11. Call 281-394-7195, ext. 7001 for directions. For more information, call 281-341-7068 or go to www.fbmg.com.

Tri-City Women’s Club VP Connie Pace and VP Sue Adam with entertainer/singer Kristy Casey at the January meeting.

tri-city women’s club, march 9

Tri-City is open to all women in the area. The next meeting of Tri-City Women’s Club is March 9 at 10:30 a.m. at Sweetwater Country Club. The entertainment will be a style show hosted by Coldwater Creek with club members as models.

For more information and a $22 reservation, contact Harriett at 281-343-4130 or Trish at 409-363-0091 by March 3.

the jungle book kids
auditions, march 9, 11

Fort Bend Theatre will hold auditions for Disney’s The Jungle Book Kids on March 9 and March 11 from 6 p.m. -9 p.m. at 2815 N. Main Street in Stafford. Auditions are open to children 8 years and older, teens and adults. Newcomers and beginners are always welcome. Bring a recent photo, prepare an upbeat song and be dressed to dance. The audition may include some cold readings from the script. Performances will be held from April 24-May 23 on Saturdays and Sundays at 3 p.m.

For more information, call 281-208-3333 or visit www.fortbendtheatre.com.

fort bend chapter dar, march 10

The Fort Bend Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet Wednesday, March 10, at 10 a.m. in Wesley Hall of the Sugar Land United Methodist Church. The Meeting will be a DAR Memorial Service. For more details, call Kyleen at 281-499-3007.

LITERACY COUNCIL NEEDS
VOLUNTEER TUTORS

The Literacy Council of Fort Bend County is in need of volunteer tutors to teach adult basic MS Word computer classes two mornings each week.

If you are interested in becoming a tutor, apply at the Literacy Council of Fort Bend County at 12530 Emily Court, Sugar Land, or call Linda Perez at 281-240-8181 for more information.

2010 Missouri City Fire/Police Auxiliary Benefit, march 12

The Annual Missouri City Fire/ Police Auxiliary Fajita Dinner/Auction will be held on Friday, March 12, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Community Center located at 1522 Texas Parkway. Tickets are $15.

This important community event raises funds to purchase extra equipment for the Missouri City Fire and Police Departments. In the past, the auxiliary has purchased defibrillators, emergency strobe lights, bicycles, protective gear, special forensic equipment and youth fingerprinting equipment.

Come out and support some of the hardest working men and women in Texas.

To donate auction items or purchase tickets, call 832-212-0136 or 281-261-0705.

AUTISM Play Group of Fort Bend County, march 13

The Autism Play Group meets the second Saturday of every month from 10 a.m.-noon at Sugar Land City Park, 225 Seventh Street, Sugar Land. The play group provides social opportunities for children ages 1-12 years with autism and their families while building a support network in Fort Bend County. Thanks to local sponsors, drinks, snacks and door prizes are provided. Cost is free, but donations are appreciated. An RSVP is required. For more information, contact Susan at susan@susangar.com or 281-726-2665.

LIBRARY CELEBRATES WOMEN’S
HISTORY MONTH WITH “HATTITUDE,” march 13

In recognition of Women’s History Month, Fort Bend County Libraries’ Missouri City Branch Library, 1530 Texas Parkway, will celebrate the beauty of womanhood with a special program, “Hats: Our Crowning Joy,” on Saturday, March 13, beginning at 2 p.m. in the Meeting Room of the library.

Michele Owens, CEO of The Ultimate DIVA’s Designer Hats, will speak about the importance of healthy self-perception among young women. Using hats of various styles, Owens will show how ordinary women can have extraordinary potential with a little “hattitude.”

The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call the branch library at 281-499-4100 or the libraries ’ Public Information Office at 281-341-2677.

Kids Helping Kids Compassion for Haiti fundraiser, march 14

Teen actor, singer and performer Sean Hardin along with approximately 20 of his talented friends are hosting a benefit concert on Sunday, March 14, at 3 p.m. at Lakeview Auditorium. Tickets are a suggested minimum donation of $15 and all proceeds go to Compassion International Haiti Earthquake Relief. This cast of teen performers includes kids who have performed at Theatre Under the Stars, The Alley Theatre, Houston Grand Opera, Masquerade Theatre, Fort Bend Theatre and/or who have original recordings. Tickets may be purchased by sending a check payable to Compassion International to 4771 Sweetwater PMB 107, Sugar Land, TX 77479, and then tickets will be available at Will Call. Lakeview Auditorium is located at 314 Lakeview Avenue on the corner of Wood and Lakeview in Sugar Land. For additional information, e-mail kids4haiti@gmail.com.

LEARN HOW TO RESEARCH YOUR
FAMILY HISTORY, MARCH 16

Have you ever wondered where your ancestors came from? Are you curious about their military service or medical history? Learn the basics of beginning your family-history research at a special program, “Genealogy 101,” on Tuesday, March 16, beginning at 10 a.m. in the Computer Lab at George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond.

The program is free and open to the public. Seating is limited, however, and reservations are required. To register online at the library ’s Web site (www.fortbend.lib.tx.us), click on “Calendar,” select “George Memorial,” and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the library at 281-341-2608, or by visiting the library ’s Local History and Genealogy Department.

mission prom benefit
party, march 17

Mission Prom presents the first annual Benefit Party featuring recording artist Jessica Ferguson on Wednesday, March 17, at 8 p.m. at Club Meridian in Downtown Houston. Special guests include The Classmates and DJ Slow. Mission Prom will donate part of the proceeds from this benefit to the Yele Haiti Earthquake Fund.

For more information, go to www.missionprom.org or www.yelehaiti.org.

Free Weight Loss Seminar, march 17

Come and learn the latest information on weight loss solutions including Lap-Band and Gastric Sleeve and have your questions answered. The seminars are held on the third Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. Located at Methodist Sugar Land Hospital in conference rooms A &D in the Main Pavilion. Seating is limited. Call 281-274-7500 to reserve your seat. Seminar dates are March 17, April 21, May 19, June 16, July 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 15 and Oct. 20.

stafford msd education
foundation golf
tournament, march 18

Stafford MSD Education Foundation will host its first golf tournament on March 18 at the El Dorado Golf Course in Quail Valley. All proceeds from the tournament will go directly to the foundation to help support student scholarships and teacher grants.

Registration is open to the first 36 teams or 144 players. Several sponsorship levels are available ranging from $250-$5,000.

Registration forms are available at www.stafford.msd.esc4.net or by e-mailing foundation@stafford.smd.esc4.net.

fort bend master gardeners meeting, march 18

The Fort Bend Master Gardeners, sponsored by Texas AgriLife Extension Service, will meet on March 18 at 7 p.m. in the Bud O ’Shieles Community Center, 1330 Band Road in Rosenberg.

This meeting is free; no reservation is required. For more information, call 281-341-7068 or go to www.fbmg.com.

LEARN ABOUT STARTING
A BUSINESS, march 18

Aspiring entrepreneurs who may be considering self-employment opportunities are invited to attend a special program, “Starting Your Own Business,” at Fort Bend County Libraries’ George Memorial Library on Thursday, March 18, beginning at 7 p.m. in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 1001 Golfview in Richmond.

Yolanda Speaker, a business broker with more than 10 years of experience, will discuss self-employment options such as starting a home-based business or a new franchise or purchasing an existing business. She will also talk about financing options and resources that are available through the Small Business Administration.

The program is free. For more information, call 281-341-2677.

Memorial Hermann Bunny Hop Run or Walk, March 27

The Memorial Hermann Bunny Hop Run or Walk will take place on March 27 beginning at 8 a.m. at Campbell Elementary School. This is a Certified Chip timed 5K/Kids 1 Mile Run/Toddler Dash along with a Health and Fitness Fair. The mayor of Sugar Land will present awards. Michelle Fischer of 96.5 - The Mix will emcee the event.

A Life Flight helicopter (upon availability) and a Sugar Land fire truck will be on display. A silent auction and raffle, Moonwalk, food, music and face painting will round out the activities of the day.

Proceeds from this event will go to the Campbell Elementary School PTA and be used towards the purchase of interactive technology boards for the classrooms and other teaching resources for the school.

Campbell Elementary School is located in the Greatwood subdivision.

26th annual EGGStravaganza, march 27

All eager egg hunters and fans of the Easter bunny should make their way to Eldridge Park on Saturday, March 27, between noon and 3 p.m. for the city of Sugar Land ’s 26th Annual EGGStravaganza. Children up to 12 years old will be able to take part in the city ’s unique version of egg hunts, famously titled “egg scrambles,” for treat-filled eggs and the chance to win some special prizes.

Children with special needs will also be able to join in this afternoon of egg hunting fun with the return of an egg-scramble area designed for their needs. Following positive feedback from last year ’s successful introduction of a special needs area, beeping eggs and a hay bale course with eggs hidden at accessible heights will once again be available.

This year’s egg scramble schedule follows:

Ongoing throughout the event for special needs children; ongoing throughout the event for 4-year-olds and younger; 12:30 p.m. for 5-year-olds; 1 p.m. for 6-year-olds; 1:30 p.m. for 7-year-olds; 2 p.m. for 8- and 9-year-olds; 2:30 p.m. for 10-, 11- and 12-year-olds.

Parents should note that each scramble lasts about one minute and is not repeated. To avoid missing out, children should be at the scramble for their age group on time.

The Easter bunny will also be hopping in for this occasion and will be available for photo opportunities throughout the event. When not scrambling for eggs or meeting the Easter bunny, families will find plenty of other fun activities to participate in and fully enjoy a beautiful spring afternoon in the park.

All activities will be free and open to the public and refreshments will be sold. For more information, contact the Sugar Land Parks and Recreation Department at 281-275-2885 or visit www.sugarlandtx.gov.