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Bulletin Board for August 13, 2008
Ongoing
Vendors Sought for christmas countdown
Texas Extension Education Association (TEEA) of Fort Bend is hosting the 2nd Annual Christmas Countdown craft show to be held on Nov. 15 at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds, Bldg. C. Both indoor and outdoor booths are available for a nominal donation. Call Sharon at 979-793-5073 for more information or to secure a vendor application.
Hope through Sharing Grief Support Group
The Hope through Sharing Grief Support Group at Methodist Sugar Land Hospital provides an opportunity to learn about grief, the process of grief, and how it impacts your life. The group also provides a safe place for those grieving the death of a loved one to work with their story and their feelings about what has happened. The group, which meets on the second Tuesday of every month begins with dinner at 5:30 p.m., and then moves to small group work until 7:30. For more information, call 281-274-7164.
Park Ten Toastmasters
Toastmasters is more than practicing your public speaking skills. Learn how to run a meeting, build contacts, communicate better with everyone you know — and change your life. We meet the first and third Thursday of every month, 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., at 1440 South Creek Drive (off Park Row). Contact lavonne.carlson@nace.org or 281-228-6299.
ESL classes
Would you like to speak better English? Free ESL classes are being held on Sundays at 3:30 p.m. at the First Colony Church of Christ, 2140 First Colony Blvd. in Sugar Land. A free citizenship class is also taught on Sundays at 3:30 p.m. The church is located on the north side of Highway 59 at First Colony Boulevard. All are welcome. For more information, call 713-732-6265 (Chinese) or 281-762-2480 (Spanish.)
La Leche League
Mothers wishing to find out more about breastfeeding are invited to attend a meeting of La Leche League of Fort Bend every second Monday at 6:30 p.m. at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital or every third Monday at 10:30 a.m. at River Park Community Center. La Leche League Leaders of Fort Bend are available by phone for anyone who needs more information: Laura: 281-277-4989 , Melia: 281-344-8585, Ingrid: 281-778-3433, Karen: 281-937-9597.
Throughout August
Blue Bell Month blood drive
Help save lives and earn a sweet treat from the little creamery in Brenham. All who donate or attempt to donate with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center during the month of August will receive a gift certificate for a free pint of Blue Bell ice cream, redeemable at any local grocer. Donations can be made at the Sugar Land Neighborhood Donor Center, 4949 Sweetwater Blvd.
LEARN TYPING BASICS
Beginning typists – or people unfamiliar with a computer keyboard – are invited to attend an introductory class on basic typing skills at George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond. The class will be repeated every Monday in August, beginning at 9 a.m., in the Learning Lab in the Adult Services department at the library. It is not necessary to attend more than one session. The class is free and open to the public. Seating is limited, however, and reservations are required. For more information or to reserve seating, please call the library at 281-341-2604.
India Art exhibit
In recognition of India’s Independence Day on Aug. 15, Fort Bend County Libraries First Colony Branch will present an exhibit of drawings by Sharad Mathur depicting rural life in India. The exhibit will be on display throughout the month of August, and can be viewed during regular library hours. For more information on the exhibit or the Hindi and Urdu book collection, call the branch library at 281-265-4444.
through September 30
Shop card blood drive
Individuals who complete two successful donations between June 1 and Sept. 30 will be eligible to receive a $20 gift card to Target®. After a second successful donation during the promotion period, individuals may visit the Commit for Life store at www.giveblood.org and place their order for their complimentary gift card. Donations can be made at Sugar Land Neighborhood Donor Center, 4949 Sweetwater Blvd.
through Sept. 1
Channel 11 “Spirit of Texas” blood drive
Channel 11’s annual blood drive takes place in Neighborhood Donor Centers through Sept. 1, and at the following Kroger stores and malls. All who donate or attempt to donate will receive a commemorative blood drive T-shirt. Donations can be made at the Sugar Land Neighborhood Donor Center, 4949 Sweetwater Blvd.
August 12-15
Children’s History Week
The Fort Bend Museum is offering one more week of children’s summer history programs from Aug. 12-15. All programs will take place in the morning (from 9 a.m. to noon) and afternoon (from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.) on alternate days. Sessions are suitable for children ages eight through 12, but younger children may participate with parental supervision. Programs include Archeology, Frontier Survival, and At Home in 1860. For more information or to sign up, contact Claire Rogers at (\281-342-6478 or e-mail her at educator @fortbendmuseum.org. You can also view more information online at http://www.fortbend museum.org/education/summer-programs/.
August 13
Rotary Club
The Fort Bend Rotary Club will have its regular dinner meeting on Aug. 13 at 6: 45 p.m.at Sugar Creek Country Club, 420 Sugar Creek Blvd. The speaker will be Mark Countryman of the Fort Bend Extension Service on summer plants. Cost is $17 and guests are welcome. For more information, call 281-242-2797.
August 13, 27
Spousal Support Group for Demtentia Care
Silverado Senior Living, 1221 Seventh Street in Sugar Land, will host a spousal support group For dementia care at 11 a.m. Aug. 13 and Aug. 27. This support group is designed for spouses of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The group is both informative and supportive. If necessary, complimentary care is offered for the participant’s loved one while the group meets. The support group is free and open to the public. Please RSVP to Linda Lavinson, LCSW, (281) 277-1221.
August 14
Book Break
Fort Bend County Libraries invites book-lovers to join in a Book Break on Aug. 14, beginning at 1 p.m., in the Conference Room at the Sugar Land Branch Library, 550 Eldridge Road. The book to be discussed is “The Coffee Trader,” a novel by David Liss. The literary discussion group is free and open to the public; those attending are invited to bring along a lunch, if desired. For more information, call the branch library at 281-277-8934.
August 15
Fort Bend Astronomy Club
The Fort Bend Astronomy Club will meet at 7 p.m. Aug. 15, at the Houston Community College Southwest campus, 9910 Cash Road in Stafford, No.7 lecture hall, Rooms 102/104. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in astronomy and love of the night sky. Visit www.fbac.org for more information.
August 16
Health fairs
Fort Bend Family Health Center, Inc. (FBFHC), will have a back-to-school health fair on Aug. 16 from 9 a.m. to noon at its Richmond Center, on 400 Austin Street in Richmond. Services include free immunizations and vision screenings for all school-aged children. Free dental cleanings and sealants will be offered at the Stafford location. Limited dental appointments will be available at first-come, first-served basis. Services will be provided at no cost to children up 18 years old.
August 18
Fort Bend Aggie Moms
The Fort Bend Aggie Moms club is kicking off the school year with the first meeting on Aug. 18. Dr. Joe Townsend, vice president of student affairs, will be giving information and answering questions about the many activities that students can get involved in at Texas A&M. All moms of Texas A&M students, both College Station and Galveston, are encouraged to attend and join a wonderful group of fun, supportive ladies. Any students that are still in town are welcome as well. Meetings are held at the SugarLand Community Center. Social time is at 7 p.m. and the meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. There is a support group for new student moms and Cadet moms at 6:45 p.m.
August 19
Sugar Land Great Books Group
The August meeting of the Sugar Land Great Books Adult Discussion Group, which meets on the third Tuesday of each month, will meet on Aug. 19, beginning at 7 p.m., in the Conference Room at the First Colony Branch Library, 2121 Austin Parkway in Sugar Land. The August discussion will be on “The Leopard,” an Italian novel written by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa. Anyone interested in finding out more about this book group is encouraged to attend. For more information, please call the branch library at 281-265-4444.
August 20
Rotary Club
The Fort Bend Rotary Club will have its regular dinner meeting on Aug. 20 at 6:45 p.m. at Sugar Creek Country Club, 420 Sugar Creek Blvd. The speaker will be Nancy Brown of Helping Hands on poverty in Fort Bend County. Cost is $17 and guests are welcome. For more information, call 281-242-2797.
August 21
Families for Effective Autism Treatment (FEAT)
Families for Effective Autism Treatment will have its Fort Bend meeting Aug. 21 at 7 p.m. at Sugar Creek Baptist Church, Adult Chapel, 13333 SW Freeway in Sugar Land. At this FEAT meeting a video entitled “Because Our Kids are Worth it: A parent’s perspective on Behavioral Interventions at Home and School” will be shown followed by a discussion led by Christie Enzinna, BCBA and Kelly Bivens, BCBA, on how you can determine the effectiveness/appropriateness of different treatment methods for your child.
Book Break
Book-lovers are invited to take a Book Break on Aug. 21, at George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond, beginning at noon, in Room 2D. Bring a sack lunch and enjoy a literary discussion of Lucia, Lucia, written by award-winning writer Adriana Trigiani. This book club is free and open to the public. Call the library at 281-341-2677 for more information.
Sugar Land Aglow
Sugar Land Aglow welcomes Cheryl Archer as our speaker on Aug. 21 at Fellowship of Praise, 4100 Greenbriar, Stafford, at 9:45 a.m. to noon. Cheryl has a beautiful testimony and message about transformation. All women are welcome. For more information or directions call Margie Schmidt at 281-565-4568 or Cathy Campbell at 281-980-2036.
August 25
Women’s Bible Study
Williams Trace Baptist Church is offering Bible studies to all interested women in the community. The nine-week evening study, themed “Daddy’s girls” will begin on Aug. 25 from 6:45 p.m to 8:45 p.m. WEdensdaty morning studies will begin with an introduction day & registration on Sept. 3 at 9:20 a.m. in Room 202. Wednesday morning studies include “Motherwise” a nine-week study ; “Patriarchs,” an 11-week study; “Beauty by the Book,” a seven-week study; “Kinsmen Redeemer” and “Titus,” two three-week studies; and “Can we talk,” a seven-week study. There are two ways to register for the Bible studies: On Main Street Sunday mornings, Aug. 24 and Aug. 31, at WTBC or email Toni Lane at tntlane@aol.com. Williams Trace Baptist Church is located at 16755 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land. Call the church office for more directions 281-980-4431.
August 26
Sugar Land Book Club
Fort Bend County Libraries invites booklovers to attend the next meeting of the Sugar Land Book Club on Aug. 26, beginning at 7 p.m., in the Conference Room of the Sugar Land Branch, located at 550 Eldridge Road. The book to be discussed is “Martha Washington: An American Life,” a biography written by Patricia Brady. Anyone interested in joining this literary-review club is invited to attend. For more information, call the branch library at 281-277-8934.
August 27
Rotary Club
The Fort Bend Rotary Club will have its regular dinner meeting on Aug. 27 at 6: 45 p.m. at Sugar Creek Country Club, 420 Sugar Creek Blvd. The speaker will be Shantha Raghuthaman, president of Asians Against Domestic Abuse. Cost is $17 and guests are welcome. For more information, call 281-242-2797.
First Colony Book Group
The First Colony Book Group will meet on Aug. 27, beginning at 1 p.m., in the Conference Room at First Colony Branch Library, 2121 Austin Parkway. The book to be discussed is “Angels and Demons,” written by Dan Brown, author of The DaVinci Code. This reading group is free and open to the public. For more information, call the branch at 281-265-4444.
Sugar Land AARP
Sugar Land Chapter 4075 AARP will meet Aug. 27 at 10 AM in the Sugar Land Senior Center, 200 Matlage Way. Bring a sack lunch and join us for cards and games until noon. Program and meeting will start at 1 p.m. Our program title is, “The Silver Sleuth and Senior Scams“, presented by the Better Business Bureau. See you there.
August 28
Amiga Book Club
The next meeting of the Amiga Book Club, a discussion group for Spanish-speaking readers, will take place on Aug. 28, from noon to 2:30 p.m., in the Conference Room at the First Colony Branch Library, 2121 Austin Parkway in Sugar Land. The book to be discussed in August is Abril rojo, written by Santiago Roncagliolo. The program will be conducted entirely in Spanish. The book club is free and open to the public. For more information, please call the branch library at 281-265-4444.
August 30
INTRODUCTORY COMPUTER CLASS
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Adult Services staff at the Sugar Land Branch Library, 550 Eldridge, will present a free, introductory computer class, “Computers 101,” on Saturday, August 30, beginning at 10:00 am, in the Tech Center. This class presents a basic introduction to using computers. The class is free and open to the public. Seating is limited, however, and reservations are required. For more information or to reserve seating, please call the branch library at 281-277-8934.
September 3
Women’s Bible Study
Women of all ages are invited to join in the study of the New Testament book of Romans this fall. The class begins on Sept. 3 and meets every Wednesday morning at 9:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary at Sugar Land First United Methodist Church, 431 Eldridge Road. The interdenominational women’s Bible Study, Merry Ministries, is led by Mary Willis, an active member of Second Baptist Church in Houston. Visit www.merryministries.com for additional information on Merry Ministries and Teacher Mary Willis.
November 30Happy Hearts" HAPPY HEARTS" is comprised of heart healthy adults who enjoy traveling. A trip to Nashville, TN has been planned. Travel is by motor coach with Diamond Tours, leaving November 30 and returning December 6. The price is $599, double occupancy. Insurance available. Contact Lois Perucca at 281-499-4727 or Alberta Rogers at 713-665-0243.
Want more?
Looking for more events and community happenings? The Sun has an exhaustive list of events on its Web site. Visit the “Calendar” section of the Fort Bend Sun site at www.hcnonline.com for more events.
Want more?
Looking for more events and community happenings? The Sun has an exhaustive list of events on its Web site. Visit the “Calendar” section of the Sugar Land Sun site at www.hcnonline.com for more events.
Vendors Sought for christmas countdown
Texas Extension Education Association (TEEA) of Fort Bend is hosting the 2nd Annual Christmas Countdown craft show to be held on Nov. 15 at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds, Bldg. C. Both indoor and outdoor booths are available for a nominal donation. Call Sharon at 979-793-5073 for more information or to secure a vendor application.
Hope through Sharing Grief Support Group
The Hope through Sharing Grief Support Group at Methodist Sugar Land Hospital provides an opportunity to learn about grief, the process of grief, and how it impacts your life. The group also provides a safe place for those grieving the death of a loved one to work with their story and their feelings about what has happened. The group, which meets on the second Tuesday of every month begins with dinner at 5:30 p.m., and then moves to small group work until 7:30. For more information, call 281-274-7164.
Park Ten Toastmasters
Toastmasters is more than practicing your public speaking skills. Learn how to run a meeting, build contacts, communicate better with everyone you know — and change your life. We meet the first and third Thursday of every month, 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., at 1440 South Creek Drive (off Park Row). Contact lavonne.carlson@nace.org or 281-228-6299.
ESL classes
Would you like to speak better English? Free ESL classes are being held on Sundays at 3:30 p.m. at the First Colony Church of Christ, 2140 First Colony Blvd. in Sugar Land. A free citizenship class is also taught on Sundays at 3:30 p.m. The church is located on the north side of Highway 59 at First Colony Boulevard. All are welcome. For more information, call 713-732-6265 (Chinese) or 281-762-2480 (Spanish.)
La Leche League
Mothers wishing to find out more about breastfeeding are invited to attend a meeting of La Leche League of Fort Bend every second Monday at 6:30 p.m. at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital or every third Monday at 10:30 a.m. at River Park Community Center. La Leche League Leaders of Fort Bend are available by phone for anyone who needs more information: Laura: 281-277-4989 , Melia: 281-344-8585, Ingrid: 281-778-3433, Karen: 281-937-9597.
Throughout August
Blue Bell Month blood drive
Help save lives and earn a sweet treat from the little creamery in Brenham. All who donate or attempt to donate with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center during the month of August will receive a gift certificate for a free pint of Blue Bell ice cream, redeemable at any local grocer. Donations can be made at the Sugar Land Neighborhood Donor Center, 4949 Sweetwater Blvd.
LEARN TYPING BASICS
Beginning typists – or people unfamiliar with a computer keyboard – are invited to attend an introductory class on basic typing skills at George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond. The class will be repeated every Monday in August, beginning at 9 a.m., in the Learning Lab in the Adult Services department at the library. It is not necessary to attend more than one session. The class is free and open to the public. Seating is limited, however, and reservations are required. For more information or to reserve seating, please call the library at 281-341-2604.
India Art exhibit
In recognition of India’s Independence Day on Aug. 15, Fort Bend County Libraries First Colony Branch will present an exhibit of drawings by Sharad Mathur depicting rural life in India. The exhibit will be on display throughout the month of August, and can be viewed during regular library hours. For more information on the exhibit or the Hindi and Urdu book collection, call the branch library at 281-265-4444.
through September 30
Shop card blood drive
Individuals who complete two successful donations between June 1 and Sept. 30 will be eligible to receive a $20 gift card to Target®. After a second successful donation during the promotion period, individuals may visit the Commit for Life store at www.giveblood.org and place their order for their complimentary gift card. Donations can be made at Sugar Land Neighborhood Donor Center, 4949 Sweetwater Blvd.
through Sept. 1
Channel 11 “Spirit of Texas” blood drive
Channel 11’s annual blood drive takes place in Neighborhood Donor Centers through Sept. 1, and at the following Kroger stores and malls. All who donate or attempt to donate will receive a commemorative blood drive T-shirt. Donations can be made at the Sugar Land Neighborhood Donor Center, 4949 Sweetwater Blvd.
August 12-15
Children’s History Week
The Fort Bend Museum is offering one more week of children’s summer history programs from Aug. 12-15. All programs will take place in the morning (from 9 a.m. to noon) and afternoon (from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.) on alternate days. Sessions are suitable for children ages eight through 12, but younger children may participate with parental supervision. Programs include Archeology, Frontier Survival, and At Home in 1860. For more information or to sign up, contact Claire Rogers at (\281-342-6478 or e-mail her at educator @fortbendmuseum.org. You can also view more information online at http://www.fortbend museum.org/education/summer-programs/.
August 13
Rotary Club
The Fort Bend Rotary Club will have its regular dinner meeting on Aug. 13 at 6: 45 p.m.at Sugar Creek Country Club, 420 Sugar Creek Blvd. The speaker will be Mark Countryman of the Fort Bend Extension Service on summer plants. Cost is $17 and guests are welcome. For more information, call 281-242-2797.
August 13, 27
Spousal Support Group for Demtentia Care
Silverado Senior Living, 1221 Seventh Street in Sugar Land, will host a spousal support group For dementia care at 11 a.m. Aug. 13 and Aug. 27. This support group is designed for spouses of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The group is both informative and supportive. If necessary, complimentary care is offered for the participant’s loved one while the group meets. The support group is free and open to the public. Please RSVP to Linda Lavinson, LCSW, (281) 277-1221.
August 14
Book Break
Fort Bend County Libraries invites book-lovers to join in a Book Break on Aug. 14, beginning at 1 p.m., in the Conference Room at the Sugar Land Branch Library, 550 Eldridge Road. The book to be discussed is “The Coffee Trader,” a novel by David Liss. The literary discussion group is free and open to the public; those attending are invited to bring along a lunch, if desired. For more information, call the branch library at 281-277-8934.
August 15
Fort Bend Astronomy Club
The Fort Bend Astronomy Club will meet at 7 p.m. Aug. 15, at the Houston Community College Southwest campus, 9910 Cash Road in Stafford, No.7 lecture hall, Rooms 102/104. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in astronomy and love of the night sky. Visit www.fbac.org for more information.
August 16
Health fairs
Fort Bend Family Health Center, Inc. (FBFHC), will have a back-to-school health fair on Aug. 16 from 9 a.m. to noon at its Richmond Center, on 400 Austin Street in Richmond. Services include free immunizations and vision screenings for all school-aged children. Free dental cleanings and sealants will be offered at the Stafford location. Limited dental appointments will be available at first-come, first-served basis. Services will be provided at no cost to children up 18 years old.
August 18
Fort Bend Aggie Moms
The Fort Bend Aggie Moms club is kicking off the school year with the first meeting on Aug. 18. Dr. Joe Townsend, vice president of student affairs, will be giving information and answering questions about the many activities that students can get involved in at Texas A&M. All moms of Texas A&M students, both College Station and Galveston, are encouraged to attend and join a wonderful group of fun, supportive ladies. Any students that are still in town are welcome as well. Meetings are held at the SugarLand Community Center. Social time is at 7 p.m. and the meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. There is a support group for new student moms and Cadet moms at 6:45 p.m.
August 19
Sugar Land Great Books Group
The August meeting of the Sugar Land Great Books Adult Discussion Group, which meets on the third Tuesday of each month, will meet on Aug. 19, beginning at 7 p.m., in the Conference Room at the First Colony Branch Library, 2121 Austin Parkway in Sugar Land. The August discussion will be on “The Leopard,” an Italian novel written by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa. Anyone interested in finding out more about this book group is encouraged to attend. For more information, please call the branch library at 281-265-4444.
August 20
Rotary Club
The Fort Bend Rotary Club will have its regular dinner meeting on Aug. 20 at 6:45 p.m. at Sugar Creek Country Club, 420 Sugar Creek Blvd. The speaker will be Nancy Brown of Helping Hands on poverty in Fort Bend County. Cost is $17 and guests are welcome. For more information, call 281-242-2797.
August 21
Families for Effective Autism Treatment (FEAT)
Families for Effective Autism Treatment will have its Fort Bend meeting Aug. 21 at 7 p.m. at Sugar Creek Baptist Church, Adult Chapel, 13333 SW Freeway in Sugar Land. At this FEAT meeting a video entitled “Because Our Kids are Worth it: A parent’s perspective on Behavioral Interventions at Home and School” will be shown followed by a discussion led by Christie Enzinna, BCBA and Kelly Bivens, BCBA, on how you can determine the effectiveness/appropriateness of different treatment methods for your child.
Book Break
Book-lovers are invited to take a Book Break on Aug. 21, at George Memorial Library, 1001 Golfview in Richmond, beginning at noon, in Room 2D. Bring a sack lunch and enjoy a literary discussion of Lucia, Lucia, written by award-winning writer Adriana Trigiani. This book club is free and open to the public. Call the library at 281-341-2677 for more information.
Sugar Land Aglow
Sugar Land Aglow welcomes Cheryl Archer as our speaker on Aug. 21 at Fellowship of Praise, 4100 Greenbriar, Stafford, at 9:45 a.m. to noon. Cheryl has a beautiful testimony and message about transformation. All women are welcome. For more information or directions call Margie Schmidt at 281-565-4568 or Cathy Campbell at 281-980-2036.
August 25
Women’s Bible Study
Williams Trace Baptist Church is offering Bible studies to all interested women in the community. The nine-week evening study, themed “Daddy’s girls” will begin on Aug. 25 from 6:45 p.m to 8:45 p.m. WEdensdaty morning studies will begin with an introduction day & registration on Sept. 3 at 9:20 a.m. in Room 202. Wednesday morning studies include “Motherwise” a nine-week study ; “Patriarchs,” an 11-week study; “Beauty by the Book,” a seven-week study; “Kinsmen Redeemer” and “Titus,” two three-week studies; and “Can we talk,” a seven-week study. There are two ways to register for the Bible studies: On Main Street Sunday mornings, Aug. 24 and Aug. 31, at WTBC or email Toni Lane at tntlane@aol.com. Williams Trace Baptist Church is located at 16755 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land. Call the church office for more directions 281-980-4431.
August 26
Sugar Land Book Club
Fort Bend County Libraries invites booklovers to attend the next meeting of the Sugar Land Book Club on Aug. 26, beginning at 7 p.m., in the Conference Room of the Sugar Land Branch, located at 550 Eldridge Road. The book to be discussed is “Martha Washington: An American Life,” a biography written by Patricia Brady. Anyone interested in joining this literary-review club is invited to attend. For more information, call the branch library at 281-277-8934.
August 27
Rotary Club
The Fort Bend Rotary Club will have its regular dinner meeting on Aug. 27 at 6: 45 p.m. at Sugar Creek Country Club, 420 Sugar Creek Blvd. The speaker will be Shantha Raghuthaman, president of Asians Against Domestic Abuse. Cost is $17 and guests are welcome. For more information, call 281-242-2797.
First Colony Book Group
The First Colony Book Group will meet on Aug. 27, beginning at 1 p.m., in the Conference Room at First Colony Branch Library, 2121 Austin Parkway. The book to be discussed is “Angels and Demons,” written by Dan Brown, author of The DaVinci Code. This reading group is free and open to the public. For more information, call the branch at 281-265-4444.
Sugar Land AARP
Sugar Land Chapter 4075 AARP will meet Aug. 27 at 10 AM in the Sugar Land Senior Center, 200 Matlage Way. Bring a sack lunch and join us for cards and games until noon. Program and meeting will start at 1 p.m. Our program title is, “The Silver Sleuth and Senior Scams“, presented by the Better Business Bureau. See you there.
August 28
Amiga Book Club
The next meeting of the Amiga Book Club, a discussion group for Spanish-speaking readers, will take place on Aug. 28, from noon to 2:30 p.m., in the Conference Room at the First Colony Branch Library, 2121 Austin Parkway in Sugar Land. The book to be discussed in August is Abril rojo, written by Santiago Roncagliolo. The program will be conducted entirely in Spanish. The book club is free and open to the public. For more information, please call the branch library at 281-265-4444.
August 30
INTRODUCTORY COMPUTER CLASS
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Adult Services staff at the Sugar Land Branch Library, 550 Eldridge, will present a free, introductory computer class, “Computers 101,” on Saturday, August 30, beginning at 10:00 am, in the Tech Center. This class presents a basic introduction to using computers. The class is free and open to the public. Seating is limited, however, and reservations are required. For more information or to reserve seating, please call the branch library at 281-277-8934.
September 3
Women’s Bible Study
Women of all ages are invited to join in the study of the New Testament book of Romans this fall. The class begins on Sept. 3 and meets every Wednesday morning at 9:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary at Sugar Land First United Methodist Church, 431 Eldridge Road. The interdenominational women’s Bible Study, Merry Ministries, is led by Mary Willis, an active member of Second Baptist Church in Houston. Visit www.merryministries.com for additional information on Merry Ministries and Teacher Mary Willis.
November 30Happy Hearts" HAPPY HEARTS" is comprised of heart healthy adults who enjoy traveling. A trip to Nashville, TN has been planned. Travel is by motor coach with Diamond Tours, leaving November 30 and returning December 6. The price is $599, double occupancy. Insurance available. Contact Lois Perucca at 281-499-4727 or Alberta Rogers at 713-665-0243.
Want more?
Looking for more events and community happenings? The Sun has an exhaustive list of events on its Web site. Visit the “Calendar” section of the Fort Bend Sun site at www.hcnonline.com for more events.
Want more?
Looking for more events and community happenings? The Sun has an exhaustive list of events on its Web site. Visit the “Calendar” section of the Sugar Land Sun site at www.hcnonline.com for more events.
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