Pet-lovers, history buffs and runners have options for different things to do this weekend around Sugar Land and Missouri City. See what's on the calendar:
Saturday
Tales of Texas
Participants visit with politicians, law enforcement figures and less savory individuals who provided law and order in Texas over a 100-year span. Activities are included in general admission. A historic meal is available for an additional cost. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free (children age 4 and younger), $5 (teens ages 5-15), $9
The Sugar Gala is an annual event for fathers and daughters.[/caption]
(adults age 62 and older), $10 (adults); additional fees apply for historic meal. George Ranch Historical Park, 10215 FM 762 Road, Richmond. 281-343-0218. www.georgeranch.org.
The Sugar Gala
The father/daughter dance includes dancing, a photo area, appetizers, refreshments and
desserts. 6-8 p.m. $10 (per couple, members), $25 (per couple, nonmembers), $5 for each additional child. Imperial Park Recreation Center, 234 Matlage Way, Sugar Land. 281-275-2885. www.sugarlandtx.gov/parks
Bark for Life of Riverstone
Presented by Lake Olympia Animal Hospital, the American Cancer Society Bark For Life is a fundraising event that honors the caregiving qualities of canine “best friends." It presents an opportunity for people
to be empowered through their canine companions and contribute to cancer cures. The event features Houston Disc Dog performances, pup-friendly activities, face painting, vendors and the opportunity to
“Adopt a Dog for the Event.” 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free ($20 suggested donation per canine). The Club at
Riverstone, 18353 University Blvd., Sugar Land. 281-778-2038.
www.relayforlife.org/barkriverstonetx
Sunday
Darling Dash Family Fun 5K/1K
The event benefits the As One Foundation and activities, such as its sickle cell trait awareness program and Operation Hydration, a program that encourages hydration as prevention of athletic or fitness-related death, especially in sickle cell trait carriers. 8-11 a.m. $25 (children age 12 and younger), $35 (adults), prices increase on race day. Constellation Field, 1 Stadium Drive, Sugar Land. 832-308-9984. www.asonefoundation.org/aboutdarling-dash
The Sugar Gala is an annual event for fathers and daughters.[/caption]
(adults age 62 and older), $10 (adults); additional fees apply for historic meal. George Ranch Historical Park, 10215 FM 762 Road, Richmond. 281-343-0218. www.georgeranch.org.
The Sugar Gala
The father/daughter dance includes dancing, a photo area, appetizers, refreshments and
desserts. 6-8 p.m. $10 (per couple, members), $25 (per couple, nonmembers), $5 for each additional child. Imperial Park Recreation Center, 234 Matlage Way, Sugar Land. 281-275-2885. www.sugarlandtx.gov/parks
Bark for Life of Riverstone
Presented by Lake Olympia Animal Hospital, the American Cancer Society Bark For Life is a fundraising event that honors the caregiving qualities of canine “best friends." It presents an opportunity for people
to be empowered through their canine companions and contribute to cancer cures. The event features Houston Disc Dog performances, pup-friendly activities, face painting, vendors and the opportunity to
“Adopt a Dog for the Event.” 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free ($20 suggested donation per canine). The Club at 