DATES AND TIMES FROM_10/13/08 TILL 10/18/08 - 10AM TO 9PM

CONTACT NUMBER  979-731-1904 (NORA & ROBERT)

4 LOCATIONS OF WESTERN BEVERAGES.

3203 FREEDOM BLVD., BRYAN TX 77803

2205 LONGMIRE STE A ,COLLEGE STATION 77845

701 UNIVERSITY DR. EAST, COLLEGE STATION 77840

2305 BOONVILLE RD STE 600, BRYAN TX 77808

Girl Scouts of Central Texas believes that at the core of every girl is a leader. Girl Scouts provides the tools that enable girls to act on their dreams, address needs within their community and inspire those around them. From sports skill-building to computer programming and world travel to financial literacy, Girl Scouts provides a variety of programs for all girls grades K-12. Register a girl you care about for Girl Scouts today. To learn more, register or volunteer, call (800) 733-0011, or visit us online at GirlScoutsofCentralTexas.org or gsctx.org.

Christ's Way Baptist Church
3885 Copperfield Dr
Bryan TX 77802

In an effort to clear thousands of collectively outstanding warrants totaling millions of dollars from the City of College Station and the offices of the Brazos County justices of the peace, a warrant amnesty period has been scheduled for October 13-24.

About the amnesty period:

The amnesty period allows citizens with outstanding warrants to avoid paying a $50 (per case) warrant fee if fines are paid in full. No partial payment schedules will be allowed if citizens want to avoid the $50 fee. The City of College Station accepts cash, cashier’s check, credit cards, money orders, and personal checks. It should be noted that outstanding warrants cannot be paid via College Station’s online citation payment system.

About the local warrant roundup:

From October 27-November 7, local law enforcement officials will conduct a “warrant roundup.” City marshals, police officers, reserve police officers and constables will arrest citizens who failed to pay their fines during the designated amnesty period.

College Station Municipal Court Judge Edward Spillane emphasized the convenience of the amnesty period. “This countywide effort is a perfect way for citizens who believe they have an outstanding Class-C warrant to check with the appropriate court and take care of their business,” Spillane said. “Why risk being arrested or paying a warrant fee for each case when this option exists?”

Citizens who are uncertain whether outstanding warrants exist in their name may contact:

City of College Station Municipal Court

764-3683

Precinct 1, Justice of the Peace Mike McCleary

695-0136

12845 FM 2154, Suite 180, College Station

Precinct 2, Place 1 Justice of the Peace Vera Hooge

979-361-4370

200 S. Texas Avenue, Ste. 126, Bryan

Precinct 2, Place 2 Justice of the Peace Tommie Munoz

(979)361-4190

200 South Texas Avenue, Suite 114, Bryan

Precinct 3, Justice of the Peace George Boyett

693-2695

100 Anderson, College Station

Precinct 4, Justice of the Peace Ramiro Quintero

361-4402

206 N. Washington, Bryan

The Bryan Police Department would like to advise its citizens of an automated phone scam.  The message says it is calling from First National Bank, then goes on to say, “Your account has been locked. To unlock your account, call 1-800-691-8559 and provide your account number.” 

The automated message has called several people in the Bryan area.  Local bank officials confirmed it did not originate from their phone system, and that they do not send out automated recordings with that information.  This automated recording has nothing to do with First National Bank, or any other local banks.  The person(s) behind the phone scams are criminals and they are using reputable businesses to try and steal personal information for their own personal gain. 

More information about this scam can be found on the First National Bank Web site.  http://www.fnb-bcs.com/email_alert.asp

Here are some helpful tips to prevent being scammed. 

·        Legitimate banks will not call a person and ask for personal information over the phone. 

·        Never send money or give out personal information such as credit card numbers and expiration dates, bank account numbers, dates of birth, or social security numbers to unfamiliar companies or unknown persons.  Whether it is through email, fax, phone calls, or mail never give out your information. 

·        If you are solicited after bank hours or on weekends, you should call the bank during normal working hours to verify with the bank that more information is needed. 

·        Unsolicited calls should be verified before information is given out. 

 Events will include: Dog Baths - $6, Rabies Shots - $10, Microchipping - $20, Dog Adoptions, Bake Sale, and Doggie Halloween Costume Contest.

WHO:              Hospice Brazos Valley & The Frame Gallery

WHAT:            Dia de los Muertos: A Celebration of Lives Remembered

WHERE:          Downtown Bryan – The Frame Gallery, Square One, Casa Rodriguez

WHEN:            Saturday, November 1 10am – 12noon

COST:             FREE

CONTACT:     Joan Serber 821-2266 jserber@hospicebrazosvalley.org

Brazos Valley Food Bank, Inc. distributes food through a network of 43 non-profit agencies that distribute food to food insecure and hungry in the Brazos Valley  (pantries, meal sites, shelters, etc.), ensuring that the food is distributed to individuals in need.  Over 1,800,000 pounds of food are distributed annually to over 29,000 moderate and low-income persons by the organization.

October 1-November 7

Organizations, schools, businesses and individuals are invited to collect new or gently used Teddy Bears and stuffed animals to help Santa provide for special needs children!

If you would like to participate, please contact the Post Oak

Mall Management office at 764-0060, e-mail joan_ghani@cblproperties.com.

After receiving your information, your group will be provided with a collection box . Individuals can drop their donations in the Santa’s Workshop Donation bin in the JCPenney court at Post Oak Mall.

All stuffed animals collected will be given by Santa to children

and young adults with special needs.

If you are the teacher, parent or aide of a child with special needs, please contact the Post Oak Mall office to set up a date with Santa!

United Way of the Brazos Valley is the financial agent in times of an emergency that works with the Brazos County VOAD (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster) to determine how to handle disbursement of collected funds.  As a result of raising over $102,000 at yesterday’s United We Help, funds will be available tomorrow, Friday, September 19^th from 9am – 5pm at the BVCOG (Brazos Valley Council of Governments) Center for Regional Services located at 3991 East 29^th Street in Bryan.

Gift cards will be available to individuals directly affected by Hurricane Ike.  The gift cards will be in increments of $50 per person with a maximum of $200 per family.  Individuals will need to bring identification in the form of a valid driver’s license with an address reflecting the hurricane strike zone, and their social security number.  These gift cards are to be used for personal needs such as gas, groceries, prescriptions, baby formula or diapers. 

This initial disbursement of gift cards is intended for those in any type of temporary shelters, hotels and those persons residing with friends or family in Brazos County.  United Way of the Brazos Valley is also working closely with the BVCOG and our surrounding county judges to assess the needs for other counties to receive financial assistance.  These counties include Burleson, Grimes, Leon, Madison, Robertson and Washington.

Due to the twisting and turning of Hurrican Ike the Shy-Anne dance and drill team must reschedule their BBQ Chicken Dinner. It was orginially scheduled for this Friday, September 12, however, BHS Shy-Anne's will partner with the BHS Key Club to host the BBQ Chicken Dinner on November 7th! So mark your calendars and plan to join the Shy-Anne's and Key Club as they serve the Viking supporters and B/CS community the best BBQ Chicken Dinner ever!
 
Hold on to pre-purchased tickets and we will see them on Nov. 7th. We will continue to sell tickets to this event.

The Children’s Museum of the Brazos Valley in association with Wal-Mart and Commerce National Bank is proud to announce its 10th annual Fall Festival, Friday and Saturday, October 24 and 25, 2008.

Events begin Friday with the MAGIC and comedy of Disney Boardwalk entertainer Erick Olson. This thrilling evening begins Friday night at 7pm at the Bryan Civic Auditorium.

Tickets: General admission will be $12 in advance and $15 at the door

Tickets may be purchased at the MSC box office, online at http://boxoffice.tamu.edu or by phone at 979-845-1234. Go get yours today!

The festivities continue on Saturday as we celebrate our 10th Annual Fall Fest and Pumpkin Walk.

For more information on the Kick-off Concert or Fall Fest, contact Rebecca Christopher, The Children’s Museum of the Brazos Valley, at 979.779.KIDS (5437) or development@mymuseum.com.  Also visit our website at www.mymuseum.com for additional information. 

For more information on BACA play the video or go to www.bacausa.com

ARE YOU FORMER MILITARY?  HAVE YOU CONSIDERED JOINING THE MILITARY?  DID YOU KOW THAT TEXAS HAS ITS OWN MILITARY FORCE THAT SERVES ONLY IN THE STATE OF TEXAS.  THAT STATE GUARD IS MADE UP OF HIGHLY TRAINED CITIZEN SOLDIERS AND THER’RE ACTIVELY RECRUITING THROUGH-OUT TEXAS?  TO LEARN MORE OR LOCATE RECRUITERS IN YOUR AREA VISIT     www.gotxsg.com

Rape Crisis Center, Brazos Valley (RCCBV) is collecting used and unwanted cell phones to raise funds to provide direct services to survivors, including a 24-hour hotline, individual and group counseling services, crisis intervention services and accompaniments to local hospitals, law enforcement agencies and court proceedings.

 The public can help by donating unneeded cell phones to RCCBV.  There is a collection box located at University Title Company, 1021 University Dr. East in College Station.  This is an ongoing fundraiser.

By donating cell phones, the public not only helps Rape Crisis Center, Brazos Valley provide services to victims of sexual assault, they also help the environment, while at the same time getting rid of unneeded clutter in their homes.

 Organized in 1981, Rape Crisis Center, Brazos Valley is a non-profit agency providing advocacy, referral, counseling and information services to survivors of sexual violence and a comprehensive public education program in respect to the crime of sexual assault.  Visit them online at www.rapecrisisbv.org.

Have you ever been to the local farmers' market? Come to the Brazos Valley Farmers' Market this Saturday and get farm fresh eggs, honey and peppers from local growers. Other products there this Saturday include okra, eggplant, onions, herbs and homemade soap. The Brazos Valley Farmers' Market is every Saturday from 8 till noon on the corner of William J. Bryan and Texas. For more information visit their website at www.brazosvalleyfarmersmarket.com

Where:     Bus departs from Postoak Mall (Sears side) to drive to Reliant Arena, Houston.  Guests are dropped off at the entrance to the Market

When:      Thursday, November 13,  from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

How:         Cost is $65.00 per person which includes bus transportation,  drop off and pick up at the entrance to the Market, admission, morning snacks, afternoon hors d’oeuvres and beverages.

                   Reservations due by November 5.

Why:         Proceeds donated to Hospice Brazos Valley, Inc. to benefit the local community

More  Information:      Call 979-696 6896 or 979 846 0997 for more information or to make reservations.

To the Citizens & Business Owners of the Brazos Valley;

 We are The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks.

  Our Elks Lodge #859 is sponsoring a Chili Cook-off

 On Saturday and Sunday October 18 & 19, 2008.

Therefore, we are asking for your financial assistance on this very worthy cause.   The Elks would like to ask your business for a donation to help defray expenses of T-shirts and trophies. Which will be awarded to winning contestants.

The Elks need around $350.00 for the trophies and approximately $800.00 for the t-shirts and goodie bags, which will be given to the cooks.  Should you decide to assist us with a donation, we in turn, would like to help assist you in promoting your company as well. Therefore we ask that if you have a banner, please provide it to us to display at the Chili Cook Off. In addition, your company’s name will be applied on the T-shirts if the donation is $50.00 or more.

The “Elks “is a 501(c), IRS recognized, non-profit organization, assisting Communities throughout the United States.  Brazos Valley Elks Lodge #859 Dedicates itself by assisting the people of the Brazos Valley & the Community. We give back to the community by sponsoring a number of youth activities, such as Hoop Shoots & Soccer Shoots. We also sponsor and participate in Drug Awareness Programs. Our Youth Scholarship Program is a major stepping stone in preparing and assisting high school graduates enrolling in their first year in college. We are also dedicated to assisting veterans. Many of our members are leading veterans working with “Volunteer Services” through the Veterans Administration. We also send kids to camps and purchase special medical equipment for the youth.

Thursday, November 13

6:00 PM KickOff

Briarcrest Country Club

Starring The Rockafellas!

Evening to include traditional tailgate fare,

cocktails, silent auction, raffle and more.

party

 TAILGATE $

500 Table

$40 Individual

Call Dawn Bowers at 260-9818

or Danielle Fifer at 260-4370.

 Proceeds benefit

PROJECT UNITY for help...for hope

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

6:00 – 9:00 pm

J. Cody’s

3610 S. College

Bryan

You may order dinner or just have dessert!

Contact:

Susan Stevener – 778-0812

sstevener@yahoo.com

Bring your quarters if you want to play LCR.

Limited Seating please call by Tuesday, November 18th

Tickets to “The Magic and Comedy of Erick Olson,” a magic show, taking place at Bryan Civic Auditorium on Friday, October 24, 2008 are available now through the MSC Box Office for $12. Loved by people of all ages and brought back to the Brazos Valley by popular demand, Erick is a cross between Jay Leno and David Copperfield with amazing magic, comedy, visual gags and quick one-liners. His show is high energy, fast paced and loaded with audience participation! With his unique blend of family-friendly magic and comedy, Erick’s show will be absolutely unforgettable!

This thrilling event, sponsored by Commerce National Bank, will take place at BRYAN CIVIC AUDITORIUM on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2008 at 7pm. The doors will open at 6:30 so arrive early to get an up close and personal glimpse of Erick’s rare talent as he performs strolling magic!

TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE NOW through the MSC Box Office for $12. Tickets may be purchased by calling the MSC Box Office at (979) 845-1234, visiting the MSC Box Office website, http://boxoffice.tamu.edu or visiting the Box Office Monday – Friday 10am to 7pm. Tickets for the magic show are vanishing quickly so hurry and get yours today, before they all disappear! 

For more information on the magic show, please contact Lindsay Byrd at The Children’s Museum of the Brazos Valley at 979.779.KIDS (5437) or specialevents@mymuseum.com.  Also visit our website at www.mymuseum.com for additional information.  The Children’s Museum of the Brazos Valley is a private, non-profit organization that receives funding from the Cities of Bryan and College Station, Brazos County, and various foundations, businesses, and individuals.  Our mission is to provide a child-centered, hands-on, interactive environment for discovery and learning for children.

When: November 8th -9th 2008

Saturday morning we will load up equipment on trailers and parade down Hwy 6 to Texas Ave turnoff in College Station and drive up Texas Ave to 26th Street in Bryan make left 3 blocks cross over Tabor Rd and unload equipment and display on 26th St between Main St and Tabor and Main St and Bryan St.

Equipment will be covered at night - we will provide security until 10pm Saturday(Will get veteran volunteers) and the Bryan Police Department will cover until morning.

Historical Downtown Bryan Veterans Day Weekend

 Display of military equipment from Museum of the American G.I.

College Station, Texas

 
Veterans Museum with military/veterans displays from area museums and individuals. Covering all wars.

Participation will include local historical societies, DAR, DART, Confederates Civil War, WWI&II  etc.

 
Sunday BBQ + entertainment(1-5pm) at Palace Theater.

 
All monies benefit Museum of the American G.I., College Station, Texas.

Bryan Rotary Club Veterans Parade is at 2:30pm Sunday.

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PREPARING THE BRAZOS VALLEY

Emergencies can strike at anytime.  Prepare yourself with an Emergency Preparedness Kit.  The kit is packed with useful items to aid an adult for three days during the event of an emergency.  This kit contains food bars (4800 calories), emergency blanket, rain poncho with hood, breathing mask, 2 qts water, whistle, water storage bag, three 12-hour light sticks, flashlight w/batteries, AM/FM radio w/batteries, pair of work gloves, six moist towelettes, 10’ x 10’ plastic sheeting, emergency preparedness card, duct tape, First Aid/Preparedness Instruction booklet and a personal first aid kit - all packed in a heavy duty and portable red nylon backpack.  Kits are similar to illustration above.

Kit Price: $49.95 + sales tax $4.12 = $54.07

Adoptions are held the first Sunday of every month at Pet Smart in College Station from Noon - 4 pm.

We have beautiful dogs that are in need of homes.  All our dogs are current on their vaccinations, have been spayed/neutered and are treated for Heartworm and on preventative and flea free.  The dogs are kept in foster care and not in kennels. Most are crate trained and have some basic training.  Puppies are available as well as live stock trained guardian dogs.

Successful rescue isn't done by one but by many… We are desperate for fosters that are willing to work with these gentle giants.  Can't foster, we have many other areas that we can use volunteers in as well!