March 2015 – Events

Texas Master Naturalists Bike Hike

Texas Master Naturalists Bike Hike

March 4th, 8 am

Texas Master Naturalists Bike Hike
Join the Coastal Prairie Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalists for a free bird hike at Seabourne Creek Nature Park, located at 3831 Highway 36 South in Rosenberg, where trained volunteers will share their appreciation and knowledge of nature. The hike will last about two hours total. Call 281-633-7033 or email mmcdowell@ag.tamu.edu.

March 5th, 4:15 – 5:30 pm

3-D Drawing Class
Students in third through fifth grades are invited to explore the power of shading and shadowing to create remarkable 3-D drawings. Hosted by Arts Fulshear, the class takes place at the Cross Creek Ranch Community Center, located at 6450 Cross Creek Bend Lane in Fulshear. Registration is $30 per student. Arts Fulshear is a non-profit organization that provides and supports art and cultural events, art education and public art. To register, call 281-533-4109 or visit www.artsfulshear.org.

March 6th, 10 am – 1 pm

Enrichment Lecture Series: Life on the Home Front in Fort Bend County
Joyce Kennerly of the Fort Bend County Library will present a lecture of life on the home front for women in the area during the Antebellum Era at the Fort Bend County Museum, located at 500 Houston Street in Richmond. Professor Theresa Jach will then explore the unique roles women had in Fort Bend County during World War II. The lecture includes lunch, and the cost is $5 for members of the Fort Bend County Museum or $10 for non-members. Paid reservations are required at least two days prior to the lecture. Call 281-342-6478.

March 7th, 10 – 11 am

Spring Tasks by the Fort Bend Master Gardeners
Learn what to do to prepare your backyard orchard for the growing season with the Fort Bend Master Gardeners. The event takes place at the Demonstration Gardens behind the greenhouse at 1402 Band Road in Rosenberg. Contact Brandy Rader at brandy.rader@ag.tamu.net.

March 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th, 9 am – 1 pm

Fulshear Farmers Market

Fulshear Farmers Market

Fulshear Farmers Market
Browse farm fresh produce, honey, granola, fresh juice and other goodies from local vendors at the Fulshear Farmers Market, located at 9035 Bois d’Arc Lane. The market is organized by the non-profit Forever Fulshear that provides environmental education and volunteer opportunities that support and improve the Fulshear community. Call 713-703-4129 or email foreverfulshear@gmail.com.

March 7th, 10th – 14th and 17th – 21st, 9 am 

A “Farm to Table” Spring Break Celebration
Discover 100 years of food this Spring Break with the George Ranch Historical Park, located at 10215 FM 762 Road in Richmond. Try your hand at plowing and soldier ration cooking, discover the magic of herbs, learn about food preservation, discover the basics of ranching and more. A historic chuckwagon meal will be offered every day from 12:30 to 2 pm as a wonderful way to round out your visit. Call 281-343-0218 or visit www.georgeranch.org.

March 14th, 2 – 6 pm

St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Celebration
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun at The City of Fulshear and The Fulshear Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual St. Patrick’s Day festival. Held in the heart of Downtown Fulshear, the event will feature a parade down Main Street and music by The Triumphs, as well as kids’ games and activities.  Call 832-600-3221 or visit www.fulshearareachamber.com.

March 21st, 2 pm

On The Trail with the Fort Bend Symphony Orchestra
Explore storytelling through music at the Fort Bend Symphony Orchestra’s exciting children’s concert! Each musical selection will colorfully depict a scene and be explained by Director Dominique Royem. Each attendee will receive a surprise gift. This event will take place at B. F. Terry High School, located at 5500 Avenue N. in Rosenberg. Children 12 and under are free when accompanied by an adult but must have a ticket. For tickets, call 281-276-9642 or visit www.fbso.org.

March 28th, 3 pm

Easter Egg Hunt

Easter Egg Hunt

Easter Egg Hunt
The City of Rosenberg’s annual Easter Egg Hunt for children 12 years and younger includes thousands of eggs in age-specified hunting zones, photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny, games, snacks and prizes. Pack an Easter basket and a camera, and come out to the R.W. Lindsey Gazebo at Seabourne Creek Nature Park, located at 3831 State Highway 36 in Rosenberg. Call 832-595-3520 or email lydiaa@ci.rosenberg.tx.us.