Aug. 25, 2023

Registration is underway for the following Parks & Recreation programs

Neal Recreation Center

After-School Program

Ages: 5 - 12

One-Time Registration Fee: $20

Monthly Fee: $30

The program occurs Monday – Friday from the start of school and ends the week before the school year ends. Early release days are included.

Start Smart Baseball

Ages: 3 - 5

Cost: $35 resident / $45 non-resident

Sept. 12 - Oct. 17 at Travis Fields

Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.

Start Smart Soccer

Ages: 3 - 5

Cost: $35 resident / $45 non-resident

Sept. 14 - Oct. 19 at Bryan Regional Athletic Complex

Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.

Fall Swim Lessons

Ages: 3 - 16

Cost: $40 residents / $50 for non-residents

Sept. 18 - 29, Monday-Friday

6 - 6:30 p.m. or 7 - 7:45 p.m. depending class level

Co-Ed Softball League

Ages: 18+

Cost: $300 per team

Sept. 25 - Nov. 13 at Bryan Regional Athletic Complex

Mondays, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Men's Softball League

Ages: 18+

Cost: $350 per team

Sept. 26 - Nov. 14 at Bryan Regional Athletic Complex

Tuesdays, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

5-on-5 Flag Football League

Ages: 18+

Cost: $250 per team (residents) / $275 per team (non-residents)

Oct. 5 - Nov. 16 at Bryan Regional Athletic Complex

Thursdays, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Start Smart Basketball

Ages: 3 - 5

Cost: $35 resident / $45 non-resident

Oct. 11 - Nov. 15 at Neal Recreation Center

Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.

American Red Cross Babysitting Certification Course

Ages: 11 -15

Cost: $60

Oct. 17, 18 or 19 at Neal Recreation Center

Noon - 5 p.m.

Visit bryantx.gov/parks for complete details about each program and to register.

City of Bryan welcomes new Parks, Recreation and Facilities Director

Brad Stafford has been named and is serving as the new Parks, Recreation and Facilities Director for the City of Bryan.

Stafford has 31 years of municipal government experience in Texas, including 15 years serving as City Manger for the City of Navasota.

He fills the vacancy left by the untimely passing of David Schmitz.

Bryan Aquatic Center closing early for varsity football games

The Bryan Aquatic Center will close early on varsity home football game nights at Merrill Green Stadium this season. It will only be open for morning and afternoon lap swim on these days:

Aug. 25
Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
Oct. 13, 20 & 27
Nov. 2

Visit bryantx.gov/pools to learn more about the city's aquatic programs and facilities.

We want your feedback on our draft Floodplain Management Plan

The City of Bryan has updated the Floodplain Management Plan, also known as the Flood Mitigation Plan, and is seeking public input on it.

The draft plan evaluates the city’s flood hazards and vulnerabilities, assesses local capabilities to implement flood mitigation projects, and identifies a wide range of mitigation actions that the city can pursue to reduce flood risks and impacts. It also supports the city’s Community Rating System participation, which provides discounted flood insurance to policyholders in Bryan.

Visit Bryantx.gov/flood to learn more and to provide feedback for the plan. Deadline is Friday, Sept. 1.

Get your tickets for Hullabaloo Music Fest

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend and the return of Aggie Football with Destination Bryan’s Hullabaloo Music Fest on Sunday, Sept. 3 from noon to 11 p.m.

Experience a variety of live musicians performing at Grand Stafford Theater, Palace Theater, The 101, and KinderHill Brew Lab.

Tickets are on sale now for $10, and that covers admission for all performances and venues.

Visit DestinationBryan.com/Hullabaloo to learn more and to purchase tickets.

City offices closed Sept. 4 for Labor Day

City of Bryan offices will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 4 and resume normal operation hours on Tuesday, Sept. 5.

Solid waste collections will run as normal.

Bryan Aquatic Center will be open 1 - 7 p.m. for recreation swim.

View complete closure details.

Teen Court and Youth Advisory Commission volunteers needed

Is your teenager looking for volunteer or community service opportunities? We have two opportunities:

The Youth Advisory Commission is seeking new members who are interested in representing teens in Bryan during the 2023-24 school year. Ages 13 - 18 are welcome.

Our Municipal Court needs volunteers to serve as attorneys and jurors for their Teen Court Program. Students in grades 9 - 12 are invited.

Click here to learn more and to apply. Deadline for both programs is Friday, Sept. 8.

Public input needed to update the Brazos County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan

Having an established Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies and assesses our community’s natural hazard risks and develops strategies and actions to minimize or manage those risks. It also creates the ability to apply for recovery funds should a Federal Disaster Declaration be issued.

Help update the plan by taking this quick survey.

Headed to Kyle Field this football season? Avoid the hassle of traffic and finding a place to park by taking our FREE Gameday Shuttle, the only off-campus shuttle in Aggieland!

Our shuttles are air-conditioned Texas A&M buses that run 3 hours pre-game, throughout the game, and 1 hour post-game to and from Roy Kelly Parking Garage in Historic Downtown Bryan and the Memorial Student Center on Texas A&M campus. Be sure to arrive early or stay late to enjoy all that Downtown Bryan has to offer!

Visit gameday.bryantx.gov to learn more.

Adoptable Pet Spotlight

ADOPTIONS ARE FREE IN AUGUST! HELP US CLEAR THE SHELTER!

Betty Lou

2 - 3 years old | Pit Bull Mix | Spayed Female

I am the cutest Pit Bull you have ever met and I bet I will melt your heart the minute we meet. Not only can I play dress up and be a princess, but I can also be rough and tumble. I would love a large family so I know I will always have someone available for belly rubs….did I mention those are my favorite? I love meeting new people and going to the park to make pup friends. Whether we are going on vacation, playing in the backyard, or napping on the couch, I just know we'll have loads of fun together.

If you'd like to meet Betty Lou, contact the Bryan Animal Center at 979.209.5260.

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