Fort Bend Lifestyles and Homes September 2009
FBJSL Seeks Event Beneficiary Applications,
until sept. 9
Fort Bend Junior Service League is seeking applications from charitable
organizations interested in benefiting from an FBJSL event to be held in
2010-11. The application deadline of Sept. 9. The Event Beneficiary application
and accompanying instructions can be found at
www.fbjsl.com.
Members of the Beneficiary Review Committee are: (l-r) Julie Abadie, Kathy
Sutton, Brigit Engleman, Reesa Duffin, Michelle Hannah, Pam Spencer, Terri
Stuart,
Sharon Dimicelli and Sarah Boyd.
merry ministries offers morning and evening bible studies
Merry Ministries is expanding its weekly women’s bible study to both morning and evening gatherings in the sanctuary at Sugar
Land First United Methodist Church, 431 Eldridge Road. Evening classes will be
held on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. beginning Sept. 8; and morning classes will be
held on Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. on Sept. 9.
Women of all ages are invited to join in the study of the New Testament Books of
Ephesians, Philippians and Colossians. The study begins with a time of worship
led by Christian recording artist Tricia Zody, followed by a Bible lesson led
by Mary Willis. Merry Ministries does not assign homework; however, members are
encouraged to read their Bibles regularly.
There is no cost for the classes and child care is available for preschoolers at
no charge. Register by calling 281-491-6041 or
713-817-5153. For more information, go to www.merryministries.com.
celebrate! cultural festival, sept. 19
The Fort Bend County Museum Association will present the first annual Celebrate!
cultural festival on Sept. 19 from noon to 5 p.m. on the grounds of the Fort
Bend Museum at 500 Houston Street in Richmond.
Families will have the opportunity to learn about and celebrate the diverse
heritage of the Fort Bend County community
—including the Hispanic, German and Czech cultures—at this free event. Activities will include face-painting, a “cultural passport” scavenger hunt, ethnic crafts and food-tasting, live music, entertainment and
tours of the historic Moore Home.
TelfairLife International
Music Festival, Oct. 3
The TelfairLife International Music Festival is set for Oct. 3, from 11 a.m.-5
p.m. at Telfair, located at U.S. 59 and University Blvd., just south of Highway
6.
Reflecting the international flavor of Telfair, the festival lineup includes:
Kid
’s Hour, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Asian Hour, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.; American Country and
Rock Hour, 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.; and Indian Hour, 4 p.m.-5 p.m.
Admission and parking are both free. Face painting and other free activities
will be offered for kids, and festival-goers will be able to purchase
international food and drinks from selected vendors.
The festival will take place on the lawn in front of the new Sugar Land branch
of the
Fort Bend Habitat Dreambuilder’s
Golf Tournament, sept. 14
Fort Bend Habitat for Humanity is sponsoring the 2nd Annual Dreambuilder’s Golf Tournament on Sept. 14 at Sugar Creek Country Club.
Registration starts at 11a.m. with a Nail It putting contest at noon and shotgun
start at 1p.m. with a scramble format.
Fees include 18 holes of golf, cart, range balls, lunch, dinner, snacks, soft
drinks and door prizes. There will be an awards dinner with silent auction and
raffle immediately following the tournament.
Proceeds from the event will go toward eliminating poverty housing and
homelessness in Fort Bend County.
For more information or to register, contact Sharon D. Heldt at 281-403-0708 or
visit
www.fortbendhfh.org.
(L-R) Sharon D. Heldt, executive director of Fort Bend Habitat for Humanity;
Mark Kurtz, board member; Bill McKinnon, board member and golf committee chair;
and Paul Fontenot, Fort Bend Habitat board president.
(L-R) Diane Reeves; Aileen Flack, chairman; Dodie Irwin, co-chairman; and Dana
Knox, president.
sugar creek garden club, sept. 17
Sugar Creek Garden Club is a place to grow new friends while learning about
gardening, floral design and the environment.
The club is open to all Sugar Creek residents. Come on Sept. 17 at 9:30 a.m. at
Sugar Creek Country Club for the Membership Coffee. Carol Young will
demonstrate
“Have Your Centerpiece and Eat It Too!” Call Aileen Flack at 281-242-8488 for more details.
Fort Bend County Fair goers will have their choice of superstar country
performers this year for the two final events of the fair on Oct. 2 and Oct. 3.
And, what a choice it is
—between bad boy and performer of nearly half a century David Allan Coe and
relative newcomer Aaron Watson, who gives God credit for his rapid rise in the
country music industry.
Both stars are songwriters as well as performers, and both put on a heck of a
show. In addition to Coe and Watson, other headliners include Stoney LaRue,
Jack Ingram, Grupo Vida, Casey Donahew and the Texas Unlimited Band, with lots
more bands appearing throughout the 9-day fair. Whatever type of country music
you like, you
’ll be able to find it at the fair.
In addition to the fair and rodeo, the Grapes on the Brazos event returns for
its second year. The fair begins Friday, Sept. 25, and runs through Saturday,
Oct. 3. Grapes on the Brazos will be open every day. There will be many new and
exciting wine choices from Texas, California and around the world. The wines
will be available by taste, glass or bottle. Grapes on the Brazos also offers
gift items, wine infused jellies, appetizers from various vendors and souvenir
glasses.
The newest event this year is the first annual Fair Prince and Princess for 4-6
year olds, Fair Duke and Duchess for 7-9 year olds and Junior Fair Queen for
girls ages 10-14. All contestants must be a resident of Fort Bend County.
Judging will be based on personality and western attire. A winner and four
runners-up will be named in each category.
Meanwhile, the competition for Fair Queen is in full swing. Contestants chosen
in August will compete through Fort Bend County Fair Day on Sept. 25 based on
ticket sales and interview and style show performance. Queen contestants, who
are between the ages of 15 and 19, receive scholarships and prizes. The winner
will serve as community ambassador for the fair for the coming year.
Opening Day events include the parade at 9 a.m. and the carnival, which opens at
10 a.m. The AG
’tivity barn opens at 1 p.m., and student Fun Day activities run from 2 p.m.-4
p.m.
Tickets can be purchased in advance at the fair office or online at www.fbcfa.org or at the gate during fair hours.
Even if you’re not into country music or fair queens—and what kind of Texan isn’t—you can still come to the fair for the rides, food and exhibits. It’s a fun, family time for everyone. You won’t want to miss it!
Hearts of Hope …
Giving Life a Chance Banquet, Sept. 12
Pregnancy Resource Center of Fort Bend County will hold its yearly fundraising
banquet on Sept. 12 at Safari Texas Ranch in Richmond beginning at 6 p.m. The
planning committee is accepting silent auction items, sponsorships and
underwriting. The guest speaker will be veteran photojournalist, Michael
Clancy. The annual banquet is a major source of funding for PRC and ensures its
continued effort to save innocent lives by helping women resist the temptation
of abortion.
PRC has been making a difference in the lives of women and children for more
than 25 years by offering information, emotional support, spiritual
encouragement and practical help to empower women to choose life for their
child and sexual integrity for themselves.
Tickets are $75. To submit a silent auction item, sponsor/underwrite the Hearts
of Hope Banquet or purchase tickets, contact Angie Borges at 281-232-2375 or
e-mail
angie_prc@sbcglobal.net.
gulf coast dragon boat regatta, oct. 17-18
The Texas Dragon Boat Association will be hosting the Dragon Boat Regatta in
Sugar Land on Oct. 17-18 to help celebrate the city of Sugar Land
’s 50th anniversary.
Bring your company, organization or school out for an exciting and fun team
building activity during this two-day event. Dragon boating is an energizing
activity for people of all ages and skill levels. The Regatta will also feature
Asian cuisine, music, arts
& crafts, and cultural performances for the entire family. For more information,
go to
www.texasdragonboat.com.
For sponsorships and volunteer opportunities, call Michelle O’Brien at 281-381-7154. For vendor information, call Dana Jones at 832-866-2119.
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