Paw-terest June 2012

Thanks to all of our readers who recently sent in these pictures of their beloved pets. We think this album of our favorites is purr-fect and doggone cute!

Sponsored by Lone Star Pet Lodge

EASTLAKE FURNITURE

By Chris Godbold
Eastlake style refers to furniture whose design is influenced by the suggestions by Charles Locke Eastlake in his book, Hints on Household Taste from 1868 (1872 in the U.S.). Eastlake was a writer …

Put Your Best Face ForwardConsidering your options for a “lift”

By Elizabeth Anthony
A particular line from the movie “Steel Magnolias” has always stuck with me. It is when Truvy, played by Dolly Parton, says “Honey, time marches on, and eventually you realize it’s marching across …

For Grad & Dad

Unforgettable Dining For Dad
POST OAK GRILL SUGAR LAND
Turn any day into a memorable event with private dining or relax in the beautiful new lounge. Every detail — from the food and drinks to the ambience …

Destination Golf: The Grand Golf Resorts of Florida

By Melanie Saxton

Offering luxurious, relaxing escapes and innumerable opportunities to create family memories, Innisbrook, Reunion and Hammock Beach are premier destinations for golf trips, family vacations and romantic getaways. Rich in history, famed for the terrains, and a favorite of pro golfers and golf enthusiasts alike —

Fashion Finds June 2012

FILOMENA COLLECTION BY ROBERTA GRASSESCHI

Brazilian designer Roberta Grasseschi features the tresse technique which is braiding the leather to create a new shape or pattern. Each bag one-of-a-kind.
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Discoveries Jun 2012

Gecko Magnifier
L’OBJET is the vision of Elad Yifrach. Quality is his mantra, and all the firm’s offerings are his own original designs. L’OBJET is the coveted decorative accessories and tabletop brand and has a beautiful …

Kitchens Still Top Most Common Remodel Projects

2011 NKBA winners prove design dreams are possible

Choosing Wall Colors that Flow

Correctly identifying color undertones can make or break a room
By Sandra Meineke
“What I find most interesting about color is the very positive effect it has on mood. It can make you feel relaxed, nurtured or …

Book Reviews June 2012


175 BEST BABYCAKES
Kathy Moore and Roxanne Wyss’ book 175 Best Baby Cakes offers delightful and creative recipes to make cake pops in your kitchen quickly and easily. These recipes were developed specifically for use in …

ANGRY BIRDS

A fun way to enjoy watermelon!

WINE: Top Recent Picks WINE: Top Recent Picks

Cade Howell Mountain Cabernet – the best this year in its price range
By Denman Moody
 
White:
Stella Pinot Grigio (Italy) 2010 — Can’t find my notes, but this little dude with a screwcap is a startlingly good …

Subaru Impreza & Volvo C30

The new Impreza sedan is the most stylish and striking looking Subaru ever.
The Volvo C30 is compact in size, and has the weight and heft of a midsize vehicle.

Area Beauties

Eyeing The Crowns For Miss Texas And Miss Teen Texas Competitions In July
By Don Maines
A dozen Houston-area college students will be among the 39 contestants ages 17-24 vying for a chance to become Miss …

An Eclectic Eye

An art-collecting couple with a knack for design forges their own unique look
Heather Loeb relaxes in a cozy, sun-drenched sitting room, explaining her philosophy about design. “I really just love an eclectic style,” she says. …

Sugar Land Parties and Galas, Kelly Buettner social column May 2012

American Cancer Society Couture For The Cause • ”See The Usa In Your Classic Chevrolet” • Around The Bend • May Events

Starting A Club That Cares

Student launches Red Cross club at Travis High School

Holy Cow! Moolah for Art

Terry High artist wins First Place in national Art of Dairy contest­
 
By Cindy Ziervogel
It’s not that Fariha Rashid, a senior at B. F. Terry High School, took herself too seriously; it’s just that of all …

Fort Bend & Sugar Land Schools, Sports, and Students May 2012

TRAVIS HS STUDENT WINS SHAKESPEARE COMPETITION - Travis High School theater student Robert Jamerson won first place in the English-Speaking Union’s regional Shakespeare Competition held at Main Street Theater in February. Robert represented the Houston …

Happenings May 2012

Hats-N-Heels Derby Day Soiree
MAY 17
Hats-n-Heels Derby Day Soiree is the theme of the Fort Bend Friends and Neighbors’ Scholarship Luncheon on Thursday, May 17, 10:30 a.m. at BraeBurn Country Club. Scholarships will be awarded to …

Baseball Buzzes Into Sugar Land!

The Skeeters bring a unique pitch with them
By Cindy Ziervogel
The Sugar Land Skeeters is the area’s new minor league baseball team and they’re causing a buzz with their no boredom allowed attitude.
Christopher Hill, Vice President …

Around The Bend May 2012

COCKER SPANIEL RESCUE CREATES BUCKET LIST FOR JENNY. Cocker Spaniel Rescue of East Texas, now based in Sugar Land, has come up with a bucket list for a special dog. Jenny has cancer and will …

City of Richmond Prepares to Celebrate 175th Anniversary

Wessendorff Park to open by end of the year
The city of Richmond is moving forward to build a park adjacent to the Richmond Police Department, which will be named Wessendorff Park. The community park will …

Fort Bend County Scope May 2012

Sugar Land Named
ADL Community of Respect
Four years after being named the nation’s first “Community of Respect,” the Anti-Defamation League again recognized Sugar Land for its ongoing commitment to foster an inclusive and respectful community.
Sugar …

Texana Starts Peer-to-Peer Program for Veterans

Donations are needed to help vets with post-traumatic stress
When planes full of soldiers land at Bush Intercontinental Airport, there are large groups of people there to meet them, waving flags, saying “thank you,” hugging and …

Business in Fort Bend May 2012

Farrah Gandhi, director of marketing, Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, participated in the 13th annual Center for Chamber of Commerce Excellence Conference in Addison, Texas.
Gandhi participated in Fundamentals of Chamber Management I that dealt with …