In need of something to do in Fort Bend county this weekend? Check out these events.
April 21
The city of Richmond’s
Food Truck Friday vendor for this week will be Kreaole Soul. The truck will be at the at the Central Fire Department – located at 200 Houston St – from 11a.m. to 2p.m. Among other things, the truck will offer fried fish, crawfish boudin balls and po-boys.
April 22
Keep Richmond Beautiful is having a shredding event for residents of the city of Richmond. A Pro Shred truck will be on site to shred items including paper documents, CD’s/DVD’s, notepads, and sensitive materials – such as tax returns, bank statements, and credit applications. Please remove all staples, paper clips, fasteners, and rubber bands. Please bring an ID and city of Richmond water bill. Richmond City Hall, 402 Morton St. 9a.m.-noon. Free. 281-342 4114
http://www.richmondtx.gov/Home/
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The 15th Annual
Picnic in the Park is geared towards families who may benefit from resources available for individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities. Participants will learn how to receive assistance and enroll in programs that support their special needs. This all-inclusive event offers a day without stares, stigmas, or expectations for families dealing with these issues. There will be information geared toward autism and intellectual disabilities and their caregivers, family friendly activities, free food, entertainment and games. 16756 Westheimer Parkway, Houston 12-4p.m.
Free 713-970-7602
Sienna Plantation Animal Hospital will host the annual
Sienna Pet Fest. This event will include pet adoptions, moon bounces, and face painting. 9212 Sienna Ranch Road, Missouri City. 281-778-5244.
The 4
th Annual
Doggone Fun Run will be held at the Village of Sawmill Lake in Sienna Plantation. This event is to raise funds for disadvantaged children in Fort Bend county and includes a chip timed 5K run – with and without dogs – and a 1 mile fun run/walk. The vets from Animal Planet's “The Vet Life” will be on hand. There will also be a costume contest.,! $35 (5K entry fee). After the run the Canine Carnival will be on hand until 3pm. 8a.m.-3p.m. 832-819-2005. 9802 Maroon Peak, Missouri City
http://fortbendchambertx.chambermaster.com/events/details/fort-bend-cares-4th-annual-doggone-fun-run-2064192
April 23
Hope For Three's 5
th annual
Strike Out event is a family fun day honoring families living with autism. Over 300 volunteers, elected officials and Skeeters Team Members host a memorable event for about 400 family members from the autism community. Hope For Three and a captive audience of over 7, 500 potential community supporters strive to inform fans about autism, increase acceptance and understanding, and give families a day of fun; a rare occasion for most, a first-time event for many. $14 (Stadium ticket) $4 (Lawn ticket) Game Time: 2:00pm Constellation Field 1 Stadium Drive Sugar Land. 281-245-0640. http://fortbendchambertx.chambermaster.com/events/details/5th-annual-strike-out-autism-2064067