Posts by Grace Hallowell, Marketing Coordinator

One of the best parts about living in College Station is how easy it is to connect with nature without ever leaving the city. Local parks, trails, and natural spaces offer peaceful places to walk, observe wildlife, and enjoy the outdoors. Ready to plan your next adventure?

May is National Photography Month, a perfect time to recognize how a single image can tell a story, capture a historic moment, and bring us closer together. At the City of College Station, it means highlighting the dedicated City photographers who capture our community’s heart, hustle, and heritage.

Spring is the season of renewal — the perfect time to clear out the clutter and form healthier habits. If you’re looking to reduce waste and recycle more effectively this year, these six simple habits will help keep our community beautiful and our landfill lean.

If your child lights up at the sight of big trucks, flashing lights, and heavy machinery, you won’t want to miss the annual Big Vehicles event at the Larry J. Ringer Library on Wednesday, March 11, from 10 a.m. to noon. Admission is free.

In College Station, building isn’t just about infrastructure; it’s about shaping our community’s future. During Women in Construction Week, we recognize those across our organization who help design, manage, operate, and maintain the systems that keep College Station strong and growing.

We invite you to explore the exceptional children’s services at College Station’s Larry J. Ringer Library on Friday during Take Your Child to the Library Day. From a wide selection of children’s books and engaging story times to hands-on arts and crafts, the B + CS Public Library System offers something for every youngster.

Q: What holiday celebrates little-known factoids and sparks curiosity of all kinds? A: National Trivia Day, observed annually on Jan. 4. Here are a few fun facts you may not know about College Station.

Have you ever considered how you can make a meaningful and tangible impact in College Station? It’s simpler than you might think. Friday is International Volunteer Day, making this a perfect time to explore ways to donate your time to enhance your community.

Thanksgiving is a celebration of family, friends, and, of course, plenty of delicious food! But Thanksgiving festivities can also create preventable hazards quicker than your leftovers get cold. We offer these six common-sense reminders to ensure you enjoy a safe and happy Thanksgiving.

International Podcast Day celebrates not just the medium’s enormous growth, but its impact on communities. For us, “What’s Up, College Station” has become more than a podcast; it’s a bridge between residents and their local government.