Category: Parks and Recreation

Starlight Music Series showcases free live concerts under the stars at Wolf Pen Creek
Parks and Recreation, Public Communications

Starlight Music Series showcases free live concerts under the stars at Wolf Pen Creek

For two decades, the Starlight Music Series has attracted music lovers for free, family-friendly entertainment under the stars each spring at the Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater. The tradition continues in 2026 with a trio of Saturday concerts featuring country, classic rock, and Tejano artists. The series opens on April 25, followed by shows on May 30 and June 13. Continue reading Starlight Music Series showcases free live concerts under the stars at Wolf Pen Creek

Podcast: Diving into aquatics safety, summer swim teams, and pool party watchdogs
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Podcast: Diving into aquatics safety, summer swim teams, and pool party watchdogs

In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?,” Aquatics Supervisor Jessica Scott discusses the Tsunami swim team, swimming lessons for all ages, the critical importance of water safety and why a “watchdog” is the most important person at your next pool party.  Continue reading Podcast: Diving into aquatics safety, summer swim teams, and pool party watchdogs

Help discover and document local wildlife during the City Nature Challenge on April 24–27
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Help discover and document local wildlife during the City Nature Challenge on April 24–27

The worldwide City Nature Challenge, set for April 24–27, invites you to contribute to a shared scientific record. Residents across Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Lee, Madison and Robertson counties are encouraged to document local wildlife using the free iNaturalist app. Continue reading Help discover and document local wildlife during the City Nature Challenge on April 24–27

Keep migrating birds safe this spring by turning off lights and entering our window painting contest
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Keep migrating birds safe this spring by turning off lights and entering our window painting contest

Decorate your windows with bird migration–themed designs and submit a photo by noon on May 8. The top designs will be featured for community voting during World Migratory Bird Day on Saturday, May 9, from 8- 11 a.m. at the Gary Halter Nature Center. The winner will be announced on May 12 and will receive a gift basket. Continue reading Keep migrating birds safe this spring by turning off lights and entering our window painting contest