From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, chill out at Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center and join Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land for ice cream and story time during Just Chillin’ Week! While supplies last, children can enjoy free gelato from Gelato Picks and come along for a cool ride. Listen to the story of Bertha Benz as she goes on the first-ever road trip in a motor vehicle while you cool off from the sizzling summer heat. Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center is located at 198 Kempner St., Sugar Land. For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/28sczutp.

Editor’s Note: To have calendar events posted on the Sugar Land Sun Calendar, email editor Roy Kent at rkent@hcnonline.com.

Flamenco concert: Strings of Fire Flamenco Concert is scheduled for 7:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, at Sugar Land Town Square, 15958 City Walk Drive in Sugar Land. Strings of Fire is an exciting Flamenco Show featuring Spanish dancers backed by the critically acclaimed trio led by master Nuevo Flamenco guitarists Guillermo Serpas and Chico Lobos and fueled by the fiery percussion skills of Carlos Pineda. For more information go to www.sugarlandtownsquare.com/events.

U2 Tribute: Town Square Tribute featuring Blood Red Sky (U2) is scheduled for 7:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, at Sugar Land Town Square, 15958 City Walk Drive in Sugar Land. Blood Red Sky, a tribute to U2, combines the talents of four distinct award winning musicians and blends them into a tribute band with a personality and charisma you have to see to believe. For more information go to www.sugarlandtownsquare.com/events.

Ice cream and story time: From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27, chill out at Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center and join Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land for ice cream and story time during Just Chillin’ Week! While supplies last, children can enjoy free gelato from Gelato Picks and come along for a cool ride. Listen to the story of Bertha Benz as she goes on the first-ever road trip in a motor vehicle while you cool off from the sizzling summer heat. Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center is located at 198 Kempner St., Sugar Land. For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/28sczutp.

Tacky Tour Golf Classic: The Central Fort Bend Chamber will host its annual Tacky Tour Golf Classic, presented by Finnegan Auto Group & Ally Bank, on Monday, Aug. 29, at Sweetwater Country Club. Check-in for the event will begin at 7 a.m. with the complimentary Tough Putt Competition at 8:30 a.m. and shotgun start at 9 a.m. The Tacky Tour Golf Classic aims to raise funds for Central Fort Bend Chamber’s programs and activities. Teams of four are $850 for Chamber Members and $1,050 for Prospective Members. Individuals are welcome to register as well. Registration includes breakfast, lunch, select beverages, a player gift bag, and more. Prizes will be given to first- and second-place team; Tackiest (Best Dressed) Team; Closest to the Pin; and Longest Drive. For more information on registering a team or becoming a sponsor, visit www.cfbca.org or call the office at 281-342-5464.

Salsa dance lessons: Fort Bend County Libraries’ Sugar Land Branch Library will have a special 5-part series of “Salsa Dance Lessons” on Thursdays, Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Meeting Room of the library at 550 Eldridge. Local dance instructors Loy and Bernardine Farmer will provide a basic introduction to the Salsa, an energetic partner-style of dance based on simple, repetitive movements. In this 5-part series, the instructors will demonstrate everything from cross-body leads to basic underarm turns. Participants are requested to come as a dancing pair; solo participants cannot be paired with a partner. Because space is limited to 15 couples, registration is required. Participants should include their partner’s name when registering. The series is free and open to the public. To register online go to www.fortbend.lib.tx.us; click on “Classes & Events”; select “Sugar Land Branch Library”; and find the program. Participants may also register by calling the library at 281-238-2140, or by visiting the library.

Richmond Farmers Market: The Richmond Farmers Market is held the first Friday of the month from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Old Fire Station at Corner of Second and Jackson streets, 112 Jackson St. The market is held in conjunction with the Development Corporation of Richmond and the City of Richmond.

British Rock tribute: The Fab 5’s British Invasion Show — The Ultimate Tribute to 60’s British Rock is scheduled for 7:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3, at Sugar Land Town Square, 15958 City Walk Drive in Sugar Land. The fan favorite Fab 5 is back but this time for their British Invasion Show which covers music from The Animals to The Zombies including favorites such as The Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Kinks, The Who, The Dave Clark Five, The Hollies, Herman’s Hermits, The Moody Blues, and so much more. For more information go to www.sugarlandtownsquare.com/events.

Hope For Three Family Fun Run: The third annual, Walk, Run, Stroll or Roll for All Abilities, kicks off Sept. 3-11, 2022. This event is sponsored by Primeway Federal Credit Union, which matches individual donors who give or raise at least $100 and will receive a T-shirt. Families and friends can engage in unique race challenges at their own pace, anytime, anywhere within a nine-day period; indoor, outdoor, or join Hope For Three at River Pointe Church (21000 Southwest Freeway, Richmond 77469) on Sept. 10 at 8:30 a.m. To register, learn more or secure autism resources, visit www.hopeforthree.org/events/walk_run.

Car Culture Show 2022: Car Culture Show 2022 is held bi-monthly from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sundays in the Alamo Theater parking lot in LaCenterra at 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd. in Katy. The next show is Sunday, Sept. 4. There will be more than 50 exotic and muscle cars on display, along with a DJ spinning tunes and other exciting amenities. See more details at thecarculture.org.

Labor Day: Monday, Sept. 5, is Labor Day. Most government offices will be closed. Law enforcement and emergency services will be on call as usual.

Sugar Land City Council: The Sugar Land City Council meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. at Sugar Land City Hall, 2700 Town Center Blvd. North. Agendas are posted online a few days before the meeting. Regular meetings are held the first and third Tuesday of each month. For more information go to www.sugarlandtx.gov.

Rosenberg City Council: The Rosenberg City Council is scheduled to meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6, at Rosenberg City Hall, 2110 4th St. For more information go to www.rosenbergtx.gov.

Richmond City Commission: The city of Richmond will hold its Special Commission Meeting at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at the City Hall Annex at 600 Morton St. For questions, contact City Manager Terri Vela at tvela@richmondtx.gov or 281-342-5456. For more information go to www.richmondtx.gov.

Car show: The Ride to Rosenberg Car Show is scheduled for 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, in Historic Downtown Rosenberg. Registration is limited to the first 150 entries. Onsite registration opens at 8 a.m. and closes at 10 a.m. For questions contact Renee Butler at reneebnr@yahoo.com.

Fall book sale: The Friends of the Cinco Ranch Branch Library will host a Fall Book Sale on Saturday, September 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Meeting Room of the library, which is located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd. in Katy. Most items are available for $1 or less. Cash or checks are accepted. Donations of used books, DVDs, and CDs are always welcome, and may be taken to the library during regular business hours. All contributions are tax-deductible. Membership applications will be available for people who would like to join the Friends of Cinco Ranch Branch Library. For more information, go to www.fortbend.lib.tx.us or call the Cinco Ranch Branch Library at 281-395-1311.

Patriot Day: Patriot Day is a national day of remembrance for those who died on Sept. 11, 2001.

Patriot Day observed: Patriot Day is a national day of remembrance for those who died on Sept. 11, 2001. Most government offices will be closed. Law enforcement and emergency services will be on call as usual.

Opry on the Square: Opry on the Square is scheduled for 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Sugar Land Town Square, 15958 City Walk Drive in Sugar Land. Come out to enjoy Country Now and Then, featuring country favorites that will appeal to all generations of country music fans. For more information go to www.sugarlandtownsquare.com/events.

Book sale: In conjunction with Needville’s citywide garage sale, the Friends of the Albert George Branch Library will host a Fall Book Sale from noon to 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 16, and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, in the Meeting Room of the library at 9230 Gene St. in Needville. Prices range from 50 cents for paperback books up to $1 for hardback books. For more information, go to www.fortbend.lib.tx.us or call the Albert George Branch Library (979-793-4270) or the library system’s Communications Office (281-633-4734).

Paws Fest: Paws Fest, presented by Circle B Vet Hospital, is scheduled for 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, at LaCenterra, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd. in Katy. The event will take place in the Alamo Theater parking lot. Dock Dogs will present their high-flying canine action. There will be live music, contests, dog costume contest at 2 p.m., a “sit means sit” demonstration at 3 p.m., adoption trucks and vendors. There will be four dog-drinking fountains on sit. Most stores and restaurants are pet friendly. For more information go to https://tinyurl.com/39p2xakv.

Fall Book Sale: The Friends of the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library will host a Fall Book Sale from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 17, in the Annex next door to the library at 8100 FM 359 South in Fulshear. Prices range from 10 cents for children’s books and 50 cents for adult paperback books up to $2 for select hardback books. Proceeds from the book sale and annual membership dues help underwrite the costs of special programming and various cultural events at the library. For more information, visit www.fortbend.lib.tx.us or call the Bob Lutts Fulshear/Simonton Branch Library at 281-633-4675.

Sugar Land City Council: The Sugar Land City Council meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. at Sugar Land City Hall, 2700 Town Center Blvd. North. Agendas are posted online a few days before the meeting. Regular meetings are held the first and third Tuesday of each month. For more information go to www.sugarlandtx.gov.

Rosenberg City Council: The Rosenberg City Council is scheduled to meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20, at Rosenberg City Hall, 2110 4th St. For more information go to www.rosenbergtx.gov.

Arc of Katy Gala: The 2022 Arc of Katy Gala is scheduled for 6:30-11 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23, at Beckendorff Farms, 28533 Morton Road in Katy. For information on how to become a sponsor or underwriter, donate an auction item or puchase tickets go to www.thearcofkaty.org. For more information call 832-754-9802 or email info@thearcofkaty.org.

Fair Day: Fort Bend County Fair Day is recognized as a city holiday for city employees in Richmond. Essential personnel will continue to serve residents.

Fair parade: The Fort Bend County Fair parade is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. on Jackson Street (Highway 90) through Richmond and Avenue H as it moves through Rosenberg ending near the Fiesta Mart at Lawrence Street. The parade kicks off the 10-day run of the Fort Bend County Fair.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s: The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is scheduled for 7:30 a.m.-noon Saturday, Sept. 24, at LaCenterra, 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd. in Katy. The event is presented by the Alzheimer’s Association of Houston. The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. There will be live music and entertainment; a tribute to those who have experienced Alzheimer’s; snacks and beverages; and on-side vendors. For more information go to alz.org or https://tinyurl.com/bdhm2y8y.

Texas Coastal Prairie Conference: Preserving lands and legacies: The Texas Coastal Prairie Initiative, made up of 25 conservation organizations, will bring landowners and conservation partners together to discuss the preservation of wide-open spaces in Texas. The conference will include a full day of workshops and presentations from 9 a.m-5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at the University of Houston-Clear Lake, followed by field trips to remnant and restored prairies as well as working ranches and farms from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29. The conference takes place at University of Houston-Clear Lake Bayou Building, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, TX 77058. The cost is $85 or $45 for students. For more information and registration go to www.prairiepartner.org/conference.

Car Culture Show 2022: Car Culture Show 2022 is held bi-monthly from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sundays in the Alamo Theater parking lot in LaCenterra at 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd. in Katy. The next show is Sunday, Nov. 6. There will be more than 50 exotic and muscle cars on display, along with a DJ spinning tunes and other exciting amenities. See more details at thecarculture.org.

“It’s serious,” Payne said Saturday afternoon. "People are dying. People have died. We just want ... the environmental injustice to stop in our community."