October 2nd, 11 am – 1:30 pm
Fourth Annual Lunch and Dazzling Desserts
Presented by Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, the affair is an opportunity to share information about autism and the many ways Hope for Three provides help for autism families. The event features guest speaker Grant Manier, along with live and silent auctions at Safari Texas Ranch, located at 11627 FM 1464 in Richmond. Tax-deductible reservations are $45. Visit hopeforthree.org/luncheon-2014 or call 1-800-317-0787.
October 4th, 7 – 11 pm
Cowboy Up
Cowboy Up
Put on your boots and hat, and party with a purpose. The unforgettable event features live music by Kim & Bill Nash from Nash3, barbecue, dancing, a cash bar, a live auction and much more at The George Ranch Historical Park Arena, located at 10215 FM 762 Road in Richmond. Proceeds will fund operations of the Fred and Mabel R. Parks Youth Ranch shelter for homeless teens. For tickets, visit www.parksyouthranch.org or contact smbloesch@parksyouthranch.org.
October 7th, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Dianne Wilson Tribute
The community is invited to honor Dianne Wilson’s 32 years as Fort Bend County Clerk at Safari Texas Ranch in the Lodge at Safari Texas Ranch, located at 11627 FM 1464 in Richmond. Attendees are requested to make a donation at the door to the Fort Bend Boys Choir or Texana MHMR Center. To RSVP, contact info@jacquiebaly.org.
October 17th, 7 – 9 pm
NEON ON 90 Opening Reception with Artist Charles Weiss
Charles Weiss’ NEON ON 90 features 11 new paintings of vintage and unique neon signs that have dotted the highly traveled Highway 90 in Fort Bend County for years. The public is welcome to attend the free Artist Opening Reception at the Fort Bend County Museum, located at 500 Houston Street in Richmond. Visit charlesweissart.net.
October 18th, 6:30 – 10:30 pm
Dr. Douglas Owsley and Amanda Danning discuss the skeletal remains of Bartholomew Gosnold, captain of The Godspeed, the lead ship bringing settlers to Jamestown.
The 2014 Annual Rosenberg Railroad Museum Gala
This year’s event features dinner, Harvey House Bakery and live and silent auctions where guests can climb aboard in support of the Museum to assist in preserving the rich heritage of the railroad industry and its contribution to the history of Fort Bend County. Reserve a table for your family, friends and colleagues to enjoy a wonderful evening at Safari Ranch, located at 11627 FM 1464 in Richmond. For tickets, visit www.rosenbergrrmuseum.org/gala or call 281-238-6603.
October 19th, 2 pm
Sculpting to Remember
Internationally recognized forensic sculptor Amanda Danning presents Sculpting to Remember at George Memorial Library, located at 1001 Golfview in Richmond. Danning will speak about some of the portraiture sculptures that she has done over the years, providing a behind-the-scenes look at her work on historical remains. Call 281-633-4734.
October 25th, 9 am
31st Annual Texian Market Days Festival
Bring the whole family to discover more than 150 years of Texas history! Texian Market Days features hands-on activities, battle re-enactments, live entertainment, food, craft vendors and more. The festival is executed by the Fort Bend County Museum Association and held on the grounds of the 480-acre George Ranch Historical Park, located at 10215 FM 762 in Richmond. Tickets are available upon arrival. Call 281-343-0218 or visit www.texianmarketdays.com.
October 25th, 9 – 11 am
BOO-berg Children’s Halloween Carnival
The City of Rosenberg hosts this free, annual event in Seabourne Creek Nature Park, located at 3831 Highway 36 South in Rosenberg. Parents are invited to bring their little ghosts and goblins ages 10 and under in their favorite costumes to participate in games and activities. Call 832-595-3520 or email lydiaa@ci.rosenberg.tx.us.
October 31st, 6 – 11 pm
Support Our Veterans
Join active veterans and the Ladies Auxiliary state president at the VFW Hall in Rosenberg, located at 1903 First Street. Dinner begins at 6 pm with desserts for live auction items, followed by music provided by a DJ. Table sponsorships are available starting at $250, $500 or $750. Single tickets are $10 each and can be bought at the door. For sponsorship information, call Kathy Bryan at 713-376-5959 or e-mail kbryan54@sbcglobal.net.