Winter youth basketball registration is underway through Dec. 1 – and we need coaches, too!

Winter youth basketball registration is underway through Dec. 1 – and we need coaches, too!

Whether a youngster is taking their first dribble or already sinking three-pointers, the Parks and Recreation Department’s Winter Youth Basketball League is perfect for new or experienced players from six to 13 years old. Registration ends Dec. 1. Continue reading Winter youth basketball registration is underway through Dec. 1 – and we need coaches, too!

After three decades, the Jingle Bell Fun Run gets a new twist with post-Christmas Parade start

After three decades, the Jingle Bell Fun Run gets a new twist with post-Christmas Parade start

This year’s 33rd Jingle Bell Fun Run has a new twist by starting after the College Station Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 2. The one-mile race isn’t timed and is intended to be an entertaining, light-hearted way to kick off the popular Christmas in the Park event at Stephen C. Beachy Central Park. Continue reading After three decades, the Jingle Bell Fun Run gets a new twist with post-Christmas Parade start

5 fun and worthwhile volunteer opportunities for you to serve and enhance our community

5 fun and worthwhile volunteer opportunities for you to serve and enhance our community

Make a difference this fall as a volunteer coach or help with Parks and Recreation programs and service projects. We have opportunities for individuals, groups, students, and businesses to contribute meaningfully to our high-quality programs and facilities. Here are five opportunities for you to get involved. Continue reading 5 fun and worthwhile volunteer opportunities for you to serve and enhance our community

Kids can learn about the wonders of the great outdoors this fall at the Halter Nature Center

Kids can learn about the wonders of the great outdoors this fall at the Halter Nature Center

Immerse your children in the wonders of the great outdoors through exciting and enriching fall programs at the Gary Halter Nature Center. From exploring the natural world and fostering mindfulness to igniting curiosity through hands-on experiments, our outdoor programs promise to spark a connection with the environment while creating lasting memories. Continue reading Kids can learn about the wonders of the great outdoors this fall at the Halter Nature Center