Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021
Holiday Magic: A night of lights and family fun
Get in the holiday spirit tonight, and head to Sue Haswell Park for Bryan Parks & Recreation's annual Holiday Magic event! This free, family-friendly event runs from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 2. Activities include a real snow hill with tube sledding, visits with Santa, a stroll through beautiful lights, hot chocolate, cookies, train rides, inflatables and musical entertainment.

Parking is limited, so families are encouraged to park at Blinn College and ride the free shuttle bus to and from the event.
Schmitz named Director of Parks, Recreation & Facilities
David Schmitz, who has been serving as Interim Parks & Recreation and Facilities Director since July, has been named the City of Bryan's full-time Director. He brings decades of experience to the position and will continue to oversee programming, aquatics, maintenance and projects that are underway to improve sports, recreational and event opportunities in Bryan.

Help Bryan keep the Mayor's Bell Ringing Challenge trophy
Bryan Mayor Andrew Nelson will once again face off against College Station Mayor Karl Mooney in the Salvation Army's annual Mayor's Ring Off on Saturday, Dec. 4. Head to the Walmart on Briarcrest from noon to 1 p.m. to make your donation to keep the trophy in Bryan!

Find 'missing' reindeer in new family activity
Help! Santa’s reindeer have escaped the North Pole and they are hiding out all across Bryan in different parks and recreational facilities. We need your help to find them so we can alert Santa before before Christmas Eve. If you can find all nine of Santa’s reindeer and scan each of their QR codes, you’ll be entered to win great prizes.
Elevate your career at Bryan Police Department
If you've thought about a career in law enforcement, now is a great time to act! The Bryan Police Department will hold its next entrance exam on Jan. 21, 2022. Bryan officers enjoy a supportive City Council and community, an in-house police academy and ample opportunity for training and advancement. Starting pay is $27.40 per hour.
BTU accepting applications for Youth Tour
Calling all local high school sophomores, juniors and seniors. BTU's annual Government-In-Action Youth Tour applications are now available. Each year, BTU sends the area's best students on a "trip of a lifetime" to Washington, D.C. to represent our community. The application deadline is Feb. 1, 2022.

MetroNet beginning construction in Bryan soon
Bryan residents will soon see construction begin in various portions of the city, as Metronet, Inc. starts to build out their fiber optic network in the community. Network backbone construction will first begin the week of Dec. 6, 2021 near the area of 29th Street and Carter Creek Parkway.

Adoptable Pet of the Week
DELANEY
5 months old｜Domestic shorthair｜Neutered male

Hi, my name is Delaney, and I love to play. I am very friendly and love to be the center of attention. I can be pretty rambunctious at times, which makes me super entertaining and fun to play with most of the time, but I can also enjoy cuddle time when I am tired. I would love a family who stays active and will keep my mind busy. I would also love a brother or sister to spend my days with playing and cuddling. Most of all, I just want a family to love me this holiday season!


If you are interested in adopting Delaney, please contact the Bryan Animal Center, at 979.209.5260 to visit.
The Good Life: Take a few minutes and relive the 150th Anniversary celebrations with us in this month's episode of The Good Life video news. Plus, get all the details on upcoming events and holiday happenings in Downtown Bryan.


Learn more about Bryan's history on the City of Bryan's 150th Anniversary website, 150.BryanTX.gov.
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