Parks and Recreation, Public Communications

Podcast: Parks’ special events, the joys of summer camps, and how classic TV often reflects real life

In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Recreation Supervisor Jeep Wentsch discusses special Parks and Recreation events such as the Starlight Music Series and Food Truck Wednesdays, the joys of participating in summer youth camps, and the uncanny accuracy of “Parks and Recreation,” a TV classic. Continue reading Podcast: Parks’ special events, the joys of summer camps, and how classic TV often reflects real life

Parks and Recreation, Public Communications

College Station’s dazzling I Heart America fireworks show returns to Wolf Pen Creek Friday night

The I Heart America Fourth of July Celebration, presented by Xfinity, returns to Wolf Pen Creek Park Friday night with a dazzling fireworks show, delicious food, and a live concert by Infinite Journey, the acclaimed Journey tribute band. Admission is free, and convenient parking is available at Post Oak Mall. The gates open at 7 p.m. Continue reading College Station’s dazzling I Heart America fireworks show returns to Wolf Pen Creek Friday night

Economic Development, Public Communications, Tourism

Video/Podcast: Planners Showcase highlights all College Station offers for meetings and conferences

In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Grace Hallowell and Visit College Station Event Coordinator Casey Barone discuss the upcoming Meeting Planners Showcase, highlighting everything College Station offers for meetings, conferences, and special events. Continue reading Video/Podcast: Planners Showcase highlights all College Station offers for meetings and conferences

Parks and Recreation, Public Communications

Celebrate our independence at the I Heart America event on July 5 at Wolf Pen Creek

Are you ready to celebrate an unforgettable College Station Independence Day weekend? Our inaugural I Heart America celebration – featuring spectacular fireworks and a dazzling drone show – is set for Friday, July 5, starting at 6:30 p.m. at Wolf Pen Creek Park. Packed with patriotic pride, the free event will include loads of delicious food and lively entertainment. Continue reading Celebrate our independence at the I Heart America event on July 5 at Wolf Pen Creek

College Station Utilities, Economic Development, Public Communications

What’s Up? Video: Hang Out & Tune In provides networking opportunities for local music scene

In this episode of “What’s Up, College Station?” Marketing Coordinator Grace Hallowell and Visit College Station Events Coordinator Casey Barone discuss Hang Out & Tune In, a series of events designed for local musicians and venue owners to collaborate, learn, and showcase their talents. Continue reading What’s Up? Video: Hang Out & Tune In provides networking opportunities for local music scene

City Council, Public Communications

Live Blog: Thursday’s city council meetings (June 25)

Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council’s workshop and regular teleconference meetings on Thursday, June 25. The live audio will be streamed on Suddenlink Channel 19 and at cstx.gov/cstv19. The workshop will start no earlier than 4 p.m., followed by the regular meeting at 6. Continue reading Live Blog: Thursday’s city council meetings (June 25)