Registration will begin at 8 a.m. today for West University Place’s wildly popular Citizens Academy, to discover the inner workings of the city and its government. There are only 12 slots available on a first-come basis for the free six-week program. Participants visit and take part in hands-on activities at city departments in two-hour sessions on Thursday evenings starting … [Read more...] about Ready, set, apply for West U Citizens Academy
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West U Rec Center closing for maintenance next week
All facilities at the West University Place Recreation Center will be closed Aug. 27-Sept. 4 for annual maintenance. Staff will be available at Colonial Park Pool, 4130 Byron St., during that period, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. daily, for routine business. They will also be reachable by phone at 713-662-7420 or 713-662-7460. Based on a news release from the city of West … [Read more...] about West U Rec Center closing for maintenance next week
Where being ‘down to earth’ is a matter of civic pride
Your guide to going ‘green’ in Bellaire and West U Focusing on the environment isn’t hard to do in Bellaire and West University this time of year. The temperatures are mild, trees are budding, azaleas and wildflowers are blooming (OK, yes — and the pollen is wafting). Earth Day on April 22 and the weeks leading up to it are full of outdoor events and special programs … [Read more...] about Where being ‘down to earth’ is a matter of civic pride
Blessing of Animals open today in Bellaire for fish, fowl, 4-legged friends
Bellaire United Methodist Church will host its 11th annual Blessing of the Animals from 1-3 p.m. today (Saturday, March 25) on its front lawn at 4417 Bellaire Blvd. Humans of all faiths can bring their friendly and properly controlled pets — everything from dogs and cats to hamsters, reptiles, birds and fish — to receive an individual blessing from a pastor. The moment … [Read more...] about Blessing of Animals open today in Bellaire for fish, fowl, 4-legged friends
Tree ceremony today will honor Bellaire volunteer Diane McLaughlan
The public is invited to honor Diane McLaughlan for her devotion to Bellaire at 3 p.m. today (Saturday, March 11), as a tree and plaque are dedicated in her memory. The ceremony will take place at the Bellaire Library Green Space, 5111 Jessamine St., and is led by the Patrons for Bellaire Parks, of which McLaughlan was a board member. The location is significant: McLaughlan … [Read more...] about Tree ceremony today will honor Bellaire volunteer Diane McLaughlan