Newcomers GUIDE
Welcome to BRYAN /
COLLEGE STATION
BRYAN / COLLEGE STATION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
bcschamber.org
The Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra is
Captivating Uplifting Powerful Delightful Compelling Engaging
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HOCKEY GAMES BOGO D8 NITE DAILY PUBLIC SKATES BROOMBALL SKATING LESSONS FIGURE SKATING SHOWS PRIVATE ICE EVENTS KINE CLASSES
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Howdy! B/CS Chamber of Commerce | bcschamber.org | (979) 260-5200 The Bryan/College Station Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome you to your new community. Be sure to check out the Chamber events calendar on our website to stay updated on what’s happening around the Brazos Valley. Besides inviting you to visit the many outstanding businesses in our area, we want to give you the information you need to settle in, make friends, have fun and really get connected in your new home. The local official greeting: “Howdy!”
CHAMBER EVENTS CALENDAR
Texas A&M University Attractions
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36 Education 38 Healthcare 40 Employment Services 42 How To Get Around Like A Local Cover photos courtesy of City of College Station and City of Bryan. 4 Bryan/College Station Newcomers Guide
Welcome to Aggieland! We are built on RELATIONSHIPS! We provide expert RESULTS & NEGOTIATING for YOU! We provide STAGING & MARKETING specialists, helping your HOME to sell for TOP DOLLAR quickly! We REPRESENT you for the best deal, and FIND ‘just the right’ home for YOU! Virginia Kettler-Blackburn, Broker/Owner TAMU ‘77 BBA, ‘99 MS - Gig ‘em!
979-268-1791 | virginia@sherlockrealtors.com www.sherlockreatlors.com | Office: 979-690-1122 208-C Southwest Pkwy E., College Station, TX 77840
Kimberly Harper | 360-720-9412 Meg Jordan | 936-546-4391 Matthew Medlin | 979-571-5372
Jonathan Poe | 979-676-2067 Mike Roth | 979-255-0401 Vita Roth | 979-255-0828 Jodie Erickson | 512-496-4954
Rotary
Club of College Station
Welcome to Town! Want to get involved? Join the Rotary Club of College Station, a collegial group of men and women committed to supporting:
Youth leadership development Literacy Clothing for kids Wheelchair ramps for the needy District 5910 Leaders at Recent Club Banquet
Rotary-on-the-Road takes us around town. We meet Thursdays at 6:45 AM for breakfast, networking, and exceptional programs at the College Station City Hall in the Bush 4141 Community Room. Our programs start at 7 AM and conclude by 8.
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Open through April 28th, 2024 1000 George Bush Dr W, College Station, TX 77845 For more information visit BUSH41.ORG Follow us @bush41library
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Preserving the past, Honoring our veterans, Educating future generations
19124 HWY 6 S, College Station, TX 77845 | (979) 690-0501 www.americangimuseum.org | info@americangimuseum.org Our program is made possible in part through Hotel Tax Revenue from the City of College Station through the Arts Council of Brazos Valley.
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BRYAN LAKE
From the best family-friendly environments to Broadway shows, outdoor activities and major sporting events to a tour of a presidential museum, as a resident you can enjoy all the same attractions that draw tourists every year.
ESCAPE TO THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Pack a picnic lunch and head to one of the different types of parks in the area including walking, hiking, or biking trails, as well as a competition-quality skate park and three dog parks. Texas A&M even has several horticulture gardens where you can learn more about what types of plants grow in this area. WOLF PEN CREEK 1015 Colgate Dr College Station 979-764-3486 cstx.gov/wolfpen
SUE HASWELL PARK & POOL 1142 E Wm J. Bryan Pkwy Bryan 979-209-5528 bryantx.gov
LICK CREEK NATURE PARK 13600 E Rock Prairie Rd College Station 979-764-3486 cstx.org
VETERAN’S PARK 3101 Harvey Rd College Station 979-764-3486 cstx.gov/vetspark
STEPHEN C. BEACHY CENTRAL PARK — FUN FOR ALL PLAYGROUND 1000 Krenek Tap Rd College Station 979-764-3486 cstx.gov
G. HYSMITH SKATE PARK SOUTHWOOD ATHLETIC PARK 1520 Rock Prairie Rd College Station 979-764-3486 cstx.gov/skatepark
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Endless Adventures & Attractions Bryan/College Station is a thriving community that offers residents many of the attractions of a large city while still keeping a small-town feel.
STEEPLECHASE PARK (includes a dog park) 301 Westridge Dr College Station 979-764-3486 cstx.gov LAKE BRYAN 8200 Sandy Point Rd Bryan 979-361-0861 Lakebryan.com UNIVERSITY PARK (includes a dog park) 300 Park Rd College Station 979-764-3486 cstx.gov
ADAMSON LAGOON 1900 Anderson College Station 979-764-3540 cstx.gov
CINDY-HALLARAN (SOUTHWOOD) POOL 1600 Rock Prairie Rd College Station 979-764-3787 cstx.gov
THOMAS POOL
1300 James Pkwy College Station 979-764-3721 cstx.gov
BRYAN AQUATIC CENTER
HOWDY FARM 3100 Oak Ridge Dr West Campus of Texas A&M Bryan University 979-209-5222 509-869-4462 bryantx.gov tamuhowdyfarm.weebly.com THE GARDENS AT TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY 556 John Kimbrough Blvd College Station 979-314-2357 gardens.tamu.edu
HENDERSON HARBOR 1629 Mockingbird Rd Bryan 979-209-5221 bryantx.org
Lake Bryan
Spending the day at Lake Bryan is an easy, inexpensive way to enjoy the outdoors. For the day or to camp all weekend, enjoy swimming, play sand volleyball, explore the nature trails around the lake, do off-road bicycling, go boating or jet skiing.
STEPHEN C. BEACHY CENTRAL PARK (2 ponds) 1000 Krenek Tap Rd College Station 979-764-3486 cstx.gov
BROTHERS POND PARK
3100 Rio Grande College Station 979-764-3486 cstx.gov
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WOLF PEN CREEK AMPHITHEATER
CATCH OF THE DAY
CY MILLER PARK
Fishing in the city? Cast your line in five City of College Station ponds that are periodically stocked with catfish.
2615 Texas Ave College Station 979-764-3486 cstx.gov
Hot Tamale
GABBARD PARK
With temperatures reaching above 100º during the Texas summer, beat the heat at area pools.
1201 Dexter Dr College Station 979-764-3486 cstx.gov
PAR FOR THE COURSE
JOHN CROMPTON PARK
Golfing is one of the favorite ways to enjoy a beautiful Texas day, and thanks to our sunny weather you can golf year-round. Bryan/College Station has 5 courses, ranging from championship-style links to public golf courses that will suit your game to a tee!
Into the Wild
If you enjoy hunting, fishing or shooting trap and skeet, you’re just a quick drive away from Tonkaway Ranch, which is located alongside the Navasota River.
201 West Holleman Dr College Station 979-764-3486 cstx.gov
If you enjoy hunting, fishing or shooting trap and skeet, you’re just a quick drive away from Tonkaway Ranch, which is located alongside the Navasota River.
TONKAWAY RANCH
16373 Tonkaway Lake Rd College Station 979-776-1476 tonkaway.com
WALTON RANCH BIRD HUNTING Millican huntwaltonranch.com
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THANK YOU
B/CS Chamber of Commerce for Your Continued Support, and Best Wishes for Your Continued Success!
The Brazos Valley African American Museum was built on the site of the original 1885 school for Colored Youth in the Brazos Valley. It is the first establishment of its kind to promote the history of African American citizens in the Brazos Valley.
DISCOVER IT FOR YOURSELF.
See our website for Special Events and more information.
www.bvaam.org
@OfficialBVAAM
500 E. Pruitt St. | Bryan, TX 77803 | 979.775.3961
Bonfire Memorial
Texas
A&M
University A&M
Appelt Aggieland Visitor Center A&M
ATTRACTIONS
Cushing Memorial Library and Archives
Texas A&M University Campus Hall of Champions
Olsen Field at Bluebell Park
Memorial Student Center
Kyle Field
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Find Your New Home In Brazos Valley today! Scan the QR Code to Start Your Search
What do you care about? Support your favorite charities or community needs by giving today!
ANY TIME. ANYWHERE. ANY AMOUNT. Whatever good you are inspired to do – the Community Foundation of the Brazos Valley is here to help you do it.
It takes a Community.
A charitable giving fund with the Community Foundation can simplify your charitable gifts – and magnify their effects. Donors giving together to ensure future generations can enjoy the quality of life we enjoy today. It takes THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION! Donor Advised Funds • Business Giving with Intentional Purpose Nonprofit Funds • Scholarships • Planning Giving Opportunities
Celebrating 20 years in the Brazos Valley as your trusted partner in philanthropy 1733 Briarcrest Drive, Suite 209 • Bryan • 979.589.4305 president@cfbv.org • www.cfbv.org VISIT BCSCHAMBER.ORG
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THE CUT | AXE THROWING
Fun for the entire Family Looking for fun for the entire family? Bryan College Station has so many places for your family to enjoy.
Go on a safari tour, challenge yourselves with an escape room, or spend an evening at the ice-skating rink! No matter what your interests are, we know you’ll find what you’re looking for! GRAND STATION ENTERTAINMENT 2400 Earl Rudder Frwy So College Station 979-696-1100 grandstationent.com
STAR CINEMA GRILL – COLLEGE STATION 1037 University Dr – Ste 200 College Station 979-431-3800 starcinemagrill.net
SPIRIT ICE ARENA 400 Holleman Drive East College Station 979-693-3900 spiriticearena.com
BIGSHOTS GOLF AGGIELAND 400 W. Villa Maria Road Bryan 979-321-6538 bigshotsgolf.com
PAINTING WITH A TWIST 1643 Texas Avenue South College Station 979- 314-4280 paintingwithatwist.com
AGGIELAND SAFARI PARK 18075 FM 974 Bryan 979-599-5440 aggielandsafari.com PADLOCK ESCAPE GAMES: COLLEGE STATION 707 Texas Avenue S. - #102E College Station 979-704-6494 padlockescapegames.com
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WONDERLAND INDOOR PLAYGROUND 1255 Arrington Rd Ste A400 College Station 979-704-0061 Wonderland-indoorplayground-bcs.square.site THE CUT AXE THROWING 1601 Texas Ave. S. College Station 979-985-9521 thecutaxethrowing.com BCS AXE HOUSE 3601 S. Texas Ave. Bryan 979-485-9993 bcsaxehouse.com
QUEEN THEATRE IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN BRYAN VISIT BCSCHAMBER.ORG
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KYLE FIELD @ TEXAS A&M
A Saturday spent at Kyle Field is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Texas A&M is home to more than 650 student athletes divided up into 20 varsity sports.
TAMU HAS A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE Texas A&M has a tradition of excellence in a variety of sports, including 29 Team National Championships, including Equestrian, Men’s and Women’s Track and Field, Football, Softball, Men’s Golf, and Women’s Basketball. Come out and stand with the 12th Man at one of the many Aggie athletic events! BRAZOS VALLEY BOMBERS AND BRAZOS VALLEY CAVALRY F.C. Edible Field 2210 Bomber Drive Bryan 979-779-PLAY (7529) bvbombers.com BVCavalryFC.com LEGENDS EVENT CENTER Travis Bryan Midtown Park 2533 Midtown Park Boulevard Bryan 979-703-5905 bryanlegends.com
TEXAS A&M ATHLETICS 12thman.com
LEGENDS EVENT CENTER
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SPORTS and
Entertainment Texas A&M participates in Division 1 NCAA athletics and is a proud member of the Southeastern Conference (SEC).
BUFFALO STAMPEDE HALF-MARATHON AND 5K Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History 3232 Briarcrest Drive Bryan 979-776-2195 brazosvalleymuseum.org B/CS MARATHON AND HALF-MARATHON bcsmarathon.com REPUBLIC OF TEXAS HALF MARATHON republicoftexasrun.com info@racetx.com B/CS OKTOBERFEST HALF MARATHON & 5K bcshalf.com MESSINA HOF WINES AND ROSES HALF MARATHON messinahof.com
B/CS CHAMBER WATERCOOLER 5K Lake Walk bcschamber.org THE CITY COURSE AT PHILLIPS EVENT CENTER 1929 Country Club Drive Bryan 979-776-0133 phillipsevents.com MIRAMONT One Miramont Boulevard Bryan 979-774-7474 miramont.cc PEBBLE CREEK COUNTRY CLUB 4500 Pebble Creek Parkway College Station 979-690-0996 pebblecreek.cc
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY GOLF COURSE Texas A&M University Campus College Station 979-845-1723 tamucampuscourse.com TRADITIONS CLUB 3131 Club Drive Bryan 979-779-1007 traditionsclub.com
Hit the Road If the term “hitting the road” means trying on a pair of running shoes and racking up the mileage, then there are definitely options for you.
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OPENING SPRING 2024 Enjoy premier senior living in your new single-family style cottage!
1850 ARNOLD ROAD, COLLEGE STATION, TX 77845
RESERVE TODAY! W O O D L A N D C O T TA G E S . C O M ◆ 97 9 .5 9 9 . 9 0 8 2 Handicapped accessible units available. The owner and management company for Woodland Cottages comply fully with the provisions of the Equal Housing Opportunity Laws and nondiscrimination laws. The homes have been designed and constructed to be accessible in accordance with those laws.
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THE BRIDGE YOGA We are a family-owned yoga studio and have accessible and inclusive yoga classes for all ages – including Baby & Me, Prenatal, Kids’ Yoga – plus all of our classes have a virtual option as well. We believe that yoga should be presented in a way that it is truly for EVERYONE regardless of ability or experience or age. We’d love to have you as a part of our community.
979.485.9190
702 University Drive E., Suite 102D College Station, TX
thebridgeyogabcs.com
Senior Helpers Bryan / College Station provides a full range of senior home care services for you or your loved one – from companionship and housework help, to more complex care services, including disease management, live-in and 24-hour care services.
4001 E. 29th St., Suite #190 Bryan, TX 77802 (979) 314-9771 seniorhelpers.com/tx/bryan-college-station VISIT BCSCHAMBER.ORG
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GEORGE BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY & MUSEUM
Arts & Culture For interests from wildlife and art to the military or politics, Bryan/College Station is home to vibrant museums.
Topping the list is George Bush Presidential Library and Museum, which draws visitors from around the world to learn more about the life of the 41st president of the United States, George H. W. Bush. GEORGE BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM 1000 George Bush Drive West College Station 979-691-4000 bush41.org BRAZOS VALLEY AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM 500 East Pruitt Street Bryan 979-775-3961 bvaam.org BRAZOS VALLEY MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY 3232 Briarcrest Drive Bryan 979-776-2195 brazosvalleymuseum.org THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF THE BRAZOS VALLEY 4114 Lake Atlas Drive, Suite 110 Bryan 979-779-5437 cmbv.org
MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN GI 19124 South Highway 6 College Station 979-690-0501 americangimuseum.org ARTS COUNCIL OF BRAZOS VALLEY 4180 TX Hwy 6 South College Station 979-696-2787 acbv.org BENJAMIN KNOX GALLERY & FRAMING 405 University Drive E. College Station 979-696-5669 Benjaminknox.com MCS FORSYTH CENTER GALLERIES Texas A&M University Campus College Station 979-845-9251 forsyth.tamu.edu SAM HOUSTON SANDERS CORPS OF CADETS CENTER Texas A&M University Campus, ollege Station 979-862-2862 corpscenter.tamu.edu
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DEGALLERY 930 N Rosemary Drive Bryan 850-491-6377 degallery.com
THE PALACE THEATER 105 S. Main Street Bryan 979-822-4920 downtownbryan.com/the-palace-theater
BENZ GALLERY OF FLORAL ART Texas A&M University Campus College Station 979-845-1699 aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu
THE QUEEN THEATRE 110 S. Main Street Bryan 979-822-4920 queenbryantx.com
TEXAS COOPERATIVE WILDLIFE COLLECTION Texas A&M University Campus College Station 979-845-5783 brtc.tamu.edu
BRAZOS VALLEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 2501 Earl Rudder Freeway South College Station 979-696-6100 bvso.org
J. WAYNE STARK GALLERIES Texas A&M University Campus College Station 979-845-8501 uart.tamu.edu
FRIENDS OF CHAMBER MUSIC Bryan communitychamberconcerts.org
TEXAS A&M LETTERMEN’S ASSOCIATION ATHLETIC SPORTS MUSEUM Texas A&M University Campus College Station 979-846-3024 aggielettermen.org
MSC OPAS Texas A&M University 979-845-1234 opas.tamu.edu STAGECENTER 201B West 26th Street Bryan 979-823-4297 stagecenter.net
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Ryan O’Bannon | ryan@newphasetx.com | 979-218-1000
T • Homes starting in the mid $250’s • Multiple floor plans to choose from • Design studio for a custom experience • Widest lots at this price and cul-de-sac lots available • Most design customizations offered
In-house draftsman for custom floor plans • Large lots up to .5 acres • Designer included for all selections • Lots available in Oakmont, Austin’s Colony, Stonebrier Ph 2 and more • Build on your land opportunities
Ryan O’Bannon ryan@newphasetx.com | 979-218-1000
The Taste of Aggieland LOCAL EATERIES SHOWCASE THEIR UNIQUE FLAVORS Foodies who want to learn the components of Texas cuisine need look no further than their own backyard. Bryan/College Station offers some of the best locally grown produce in Texas, an award-winning winery, breweries, and delicious local restaurants. Each year, the Chamber hosts A Taste of Aggieland, this event is an opportunity for local restaurants to showcase their flavors of food, desserts, and drinks. We hope you’ll join us at the next one! Visit bcschamber.org for details on all Chamber events. MESSINA HOF WINERY 4545 Old Reliance Road Bryan 979-778-9463 messinahof.com
HOME GROWN
BLACKWATER DRAW BREWING CO. 701 North Main Street Bryan 979-704-6191 blackwaterbrew.com
TEXAS A&M’S ROSENTHAL MEAT SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY CENTER’S RETAIL SALES Located on the West Campus at the north end of Olsen Road 488 Olsen Blvd College Station 979-845-5651 agrilife.org/Rosenthal
CHAPELTON VINEYARDS 14858 Whitman Road Washington 979-400-8662 chapletonvineyards.com
BROOKSHIRE BROTHERS 455 George Bush Drive W. College Station 979-399-2160 brookshirebrothers.com
DIXIE CHICKEN 307 University Drive College Station 979-846-2322 dixiechicken.com
FARM PATCH 3519 S. College Avenue Bryan 979-822-7209
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Are you looking for ways to get involved in your community?
Volunteers are needed to advocate for children in foster care. Learn how you can make a difference in the life of a child.
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FIRST FRIDAY
Circle the Date Festivals and events are great ways to meet new people and enjoy the area. Many of the events are reasonably priced or even free, which is even better!
FIRST FRIDAY FUN On almost any given night throughout the year you can catch live entertainment somewhere in town. Or you can head to Downtown Bryan monthly for First Fridays. FIRST FRIDAYS First Friday of every month Historic Downtown Bryan 979-822-4920 downtownbryan.com THE LOCAL AT LAKE WALK Seasonally in the Fall and Spring 979-321-7497 thelocalbcs.com TROUBADOR FESTIVAL Aggie Park – College Station troubadorfestival.com STARLIGHT MUSIC SERIES April Through June Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater 1015 Colgate Drive, College Station 979-764-3486 SUMMER FILM SERIES George Bush Presidential Library Center 979-691-4014 bush41.org BIG BARN DANCE Midtown Park Bryan bigbarndance.com/home-bryan/
“I LOVE AMERICA” 4th of July Celebration — July 4 George Bush Library and Museum 1000 George Bush Drive West College Station 979-691-4000 HARVEST FESTIVAL Messina Hof Winery and Resort 4545 Old Reliance Road Bryan 979-778-9463 messinahof.com CENTURY SQUARE BIERGARTEN FALL SEASON 175 Century Square Drive College Station 979-559-9380 century-square.com/events BRAZOS VALLEY FAIR AND EXPO Held annually in October Brazos County Expo 5827 Leonard Road, Bryan 979-823-3976 brazosvalleyfair.com CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK Stephen C. Beachy Central Park 979-764-3486 cstx.gov/Christmas
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GET CONNECTED Looking for a new trusted service technician? For information on local plumbers, electricians, hair salons, veterinarians, and much more – visit the Chamber’s website!
www.bcschamber.org/list
You can search our entire membership directory right on our website! Simply type in what you’re looking for and a list of Chamber members in that field will be available to you. Need more information? Call the Chamber at (979) 260-5200 or visit our office! We’d love to meet you.
1733 Briarcrest Drive, Suite 200 Bryan
— SERVICES AVAILABLE FROM EACH CITY — FIRE DEPARTMENTS EMERGENCY NUMBER: 911 CITY OF BRYAN
979-209-5960 bryantx.gov CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
979-764-3705 cstx.gov POLICE DEPARTMENTS EMERGENCY NUMBER: 911 CITY OF BRYAN
979-209-5300 bryantx.gov CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
979-764-3600 cstx.gov BRAZOS COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
979-361-4900 brazoscountysheriff.org UTILITIES BRYAN TEXAS UTILITIES
979-821-5700 btutilities.com COLLEGE STATION UTILITIES
979-764-3535 cstx.gov
WATER BRYAN TEXAS UTILITIES
979-821-5700 btuilities.com COLLEGE STATION UTILITIES
979-764-3535 cstx.gov WELLBORN SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT
979-690-9799 wellbornsud.com WILLSON CREEK SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT
979-589-3030 wicksoncreeksud.ruralwaterusa.com SEWAGE BRYAN TEXAS UTILITIES
979-821-5700, btutilities.com COLLEGE STATION UTILITIES
979-764-3535, cstx.gov GARBAGE COLLECTION CITY OF BRYAN
979-209-5900, bryantx.gov CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
979-764-3690, cstx.gov TEXAS COMMERCIAL WASTE
800-299-7171
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— SERVICES AVAILABLE FROM EACH CITY — RECYCLING
BRAZOS VALLEY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR
BRAZOS VALLEY TRASH VALET & RECYCLING
(Registration and Titling)
979-777-8968 bvtrashvalet.com
4151 County Park Court Bryan 979-775-9930 brazostax.org
CITY OF BRYAN
bryantx.gov
979-209-5675
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
979-764-3690 cstx.gov TEXAS COMMERCIAL WASTE
979-775-7171 texascommercialwaste.com BRAZOS VALLEY RECYCLING
979-260-0006 brazosvalleyrecycling.com LIBRARIES The cities of Bryan and College Station joined their resources together to form the Bryan + College Station Public Library System. The libraries provide services for adults, teens and children.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS Forms are available at five U.S. Post Offices in the area: 2121 E. William Joel Bryan Pkwy, Bryan 210 W. William Joel Bryan Pkwy, Bryan 104 Houston Street, College Station 2130 Harvey Mitchell Pkwy South, College Station 14881 FM 2154, Wellborn DRIVER’S LICENSE AND REGISTRATION New residents are required to get a Texas driver’s license, get their vehicle inspected and registered, and have auto insurance. The legal driving age in Texas is 18. VEHICLE REGISTRATION
CARNEGIE CENTER OF BRAZOS VALLEY HISTORY
Bryan 979-209-5630 CLARA B. MOUNCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
College Station 979-209-5600 LARRY J. RINGER PUBLIC LIBRARY
College Station 979-764-3416 bcslibrary.org TAXES The State of Texas does not have an income tax. Taxes that are assessed include a sales tax of 8.25 percent and property taxes for homeowners. However, school districts offer a $15,000 homestead exemption reduction from the appraised value of the home.
BRAZOS COUNTY TAX OFFICE
(Registration and Titling) 4151 County Park Court Bryan 979-775-9930 brazostax.org BRYAN DRIVER LICENSE OFFICE
2571 North Earl Rudder Freeway Bryan 979-776-3110 dps.texas.gov Registration forms also are available at all post offices and the city halls in Bryan and College Station. A registration form also is available online at sos.state.tx.us/ elections/voter/reqvr.shtml
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EDUCATION
Educational Choices The Bryan and College Station area is served by two public school districts and eight private schools.
BLINN COLLEGE 2423 Blinn Boulevard Bryan 979-209-7223 blinn.edu TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY 400 Bizzell Street College Station 979-845-3211 tamu.edu THE TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM RELLIS CAMPUS 3100 TX-47 Bryan 979-317-3410 Rellis.tamus.edu RENNER ACADEMY 6134 Imperial Loop Drive College Station (979) 810-8100 renneracademy.org
COLLEGE STATION INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 979-764-5400, csisd.org ALLEN ACADEMY 979-776-0731, allenacademy.org BRAZOS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 979-823-1000, bcseagles.org CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 979-694-8200, cornerstone-christian-academy.com HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY 979-779-2100, hsabcs.org INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP OF TEXAS 979-704-6027 iltexas.org ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Elementary – 979-822-6643 Secondary – 979-822-6641 Stjoesphschoolbcs.org
BRYAN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 979-209-1000, bryanisd.org
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PRE-KINDERGARTEN
Both school districts offer prekindergarten programs to eligible students. In addition, there are numerous prekindergarten programs in the Bryan/College Station area.
BRIGHT BEGINNINGS 979-774-7750, mybrightbeginner.com KIDDIE ACADEMY OF BRYAN 979-776-5771, kiddieacademy.com/bryan KIDDIE ACADEMY OF COLLEGE STATION 979-676-2055, kiddieacademy.com/ college-station KIDDIE CASTLE CHILDRENS CENTER 979-822-7147, kiddiecastlechildrenscenter.com
SOUTHWOOD LEARNING CENTER 979-693-6556, southwoodlearning.com ST. JOESPH’S EAGLE NEST EARLY LEARNING CAMPUS 979-779-0861, eaglesnestbcs.org
Daycare is provided by more than 60 licensed day care facilities and 150 registered homes. For further information, contact: DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES 3000 East Villa Maria Bryan 979-776-1510 yourtexasbenefits.com
LONGMIRE LEARNING CENTER 979-764-2718, longmirelearning.com PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF COLLEGE STATION 979-485-9876, primroseschools.com
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HEALTH CARE BRAZOS-ROBERTSON COUNTY MEDICAL SOCIETY
BRAZOS VALLEY URGENT CARE
3201 University Drive East, Ste. 345 979-255-6111 texmed.org/BrazosRobertsonCMS
2911 South Texas Avenue #103, College Station, 979-764-2882 bvuc.net
CAPROCK ER
948 William D. Fitch Parkway College Station 979-314-2323 caprocker.com
ST. JOSEPH HEALTH
COLLEGE STATION HOSPITAL
1604 Rock Prairie Road College Station 979-764-5100 St-joseph.org
CAPROCK HOSPITAL
3134 Briarcrest Drive Bryan 979-314-2323 caprockhealthsystem.com CAPROCK 24 HOUR EMERGENCY–TOWER POINT
948 William D. Fitch Parkway College Station 979-314-2323 caprockhealthsystem.com SIGNATURECARE ER
1512 South Texas Avenue #500, College Station 979-213-5728 ercare24.com/college-station INTEGRITY URGENT CARE
3201 University Drive East #135, Bryan 979-703-1832 integrityuc.com PHYSICIANS PREMIER EMERGENCY ROOM
2411 Boonville Road Bryan 979-775-0911 mdpremier.com
ST. JOSEPH’S REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER
2801 Franciscan Street Bryan 979-776-3777 chistjoseph.org ST. JOSEPH HEALTH PRIMARY CARE - COLLEGE STATION
1512 Holleman Drive College Station 979-693-3313 chistjoseph.org ST. JOSEPH HEALTH PRIMARY CARE - BARRON RD
4007 Victoria Avenue College Station 979-690-4820 chistjoseph.org ST. JOSEPH HEALTH PRIMARY
CARE - S. COLLEGE STATION
4421 State Highway 6 South College Station 979-690-4460 chistjoseph.org
EMERGENCY?
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The Bryan/College Station area is served by many hospitals, psychiatric hospitals, and emergency centers. An online directory of physicians in the Bryan/College Station area is available from the Brazos-Robertson County Medical Society.
ST. JOSEPH HEALTH EXPRESS CARE
4401 Highway 6 South College Station 979-731-5200 chistjoseph.org THE PHYSICIANS CENTRE HOSPITAL
3131 University Drive East Bryan 979-731-3100 thephysicianscentre.com BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE CLINIC
1700 University Drive East College Station 979-207-3300 sw.org/location/college-station-clinic BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE MEDICAL CENTER - CS
700 Scott and White Drive College Station 979-207-0100 sw.org/location/college-station-medicalcenter
HOSPICE SERVICES HOSPICE BRAZOS VALLEY INPATIENT FACILITY
1600 Joseph Drive Bryan 979-821-5030 Hospicebrazosvalley.org
RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES BRAZOS COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS ASSOCIATION
1402 Bristol Street Bryan 979-822-6873 brazoscountyseniorcitizens.weebly.com LINCOLN RECREATION CENTER
1000 Eleanor Street College Station 979-764-3779 cstx.gov SOUTHWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER
1520 Rock Prairie Road College Station 979-764-6351 cstx.gov
DIAL 911 VISIT BCSCHAMBER.ORG
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EMPLOYMENT SERVICES BRAZOS VALLEY WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS 3991 East 29th Street Bryan 979-595-2800 bvjobs.org —————————————————————————————
AIRPORTS
BUS SERVICE Greyhound serves Bryan/College Station residents through its bus station, which is located in downtown Bryan. Besides passenger transportation, Greyhound also offers shipping services.
GREYHOUND BUS 301 East 26th Street Bryan 979-822-4346 locations.greyhound.com
Limited public transportation is
Easterwood Airport, which is owned and operated by Texas A&M University, is served by two commercial carriers, American Airlines and United Airlines. Commercial flights from Easterwood serve as connections to Houston’s Bush Intercontinental Airport and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Charter air services also are available. Easterwood also has car rental service and taxi cabs.
EASTERWOOD AIRPORT 1 McKenzie Terminal Boulevard College Station 979-775-9900 flyeasterwood.com Coulter Field, which is owned by the City of Bryan, is used by private pilots as well as aviation enthusiasts. The field also serves as a hub for PHI Air Medical helicopter service.
COULTER FIELD 6120 State Highway 21 East Bryan 979-209-5233 bryantx.gov/coulterfield
available in the cities through the Brazos Transit District. Fixed routes run through the Bryan/College Station area. General public fare is $1.00. Passes also are available for purchase.
BRAZOS TRANSIT DISTRICT 1759 North Earl Rudder Freeway Bryan 979-778-0607 ext. 7008 btd.org Texas A&M provides a free community shuttle service for the convenience of students, employees, faculty, and visitors.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES - TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY 1520 TAMU College Station 979-862-7275 parking.tamu.edu
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Area
INFORMATION Maps of the Bryan/College Station area and local phone books are available from the B/CS Chamber of Commerce, Destination Bryan or Visit BRYAN/COLLEGE STATION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 1733 Briarcrest Drive, Suite 200 P.O. Box 3579 Bryan 979-260-5200 bcschamber.org DESTINATION BRYAN PO Box 1074 Bryan 979-721-9506 destinationbryan.com VISIT COLLEGE STATION 614 Holleman Drive E, Suite 1100 College Station 979-260-9898 visit.cstx.gov B/CS REGIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS 1901 Greenfield Plaza Bryan 979-846-3751 bcsrealtor.com
B/CS APARTMENT ASSOCIATION 3091 University Drive East #220, Bryan 979-260-9842 bcsaa.com B/CS HOMEBUILDERS ASSOCIATION 230 Southwest Parkway East College Station 979-696-0272 gbvbuilders.org
WEDDINGS The Wedding Association of the Brazos Valley serves as a resource for planning a wedding, including the venue, jewelry, clothing, photography and videos, florists, and reception and ceremony venues.
WEDDING ASSOCIATION OF THE BRAZOS VALLEY 979-571-1465
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GET AROUND... Like a Local Confusing road names (and nicknames) State Highway 6 = Earl Rudder Freeway (East Bypass) State Highway 6 Business = Texas Avenue South State Highway 30 = Harvey Road State Highway 40 = William D. Fitch Parkway State Highway 47 = Riverside Parkway State Highway 308 = College Avenue Farm to Market Road 60 = University Drive / Raymond Stotzer Parkway Farm to Market Road 2154 = Wellborn Road Farm to Market Road 2347 = George Bush Drive Farm to Market Road 2818 = Harvey Mitchell Parkway (West Bypass)
Things your GPS won’t tell you F.M. 2818 turns into Emerald Parkway Holleman Road turns into I-and-G Road F.M. 158 is also known as Boonville Road, which turns into William Joel Bryan Parkway, which also is W. 25th Street. The street turns into Sandy Point Road north of Highway 21. Highway 21 is also called San Jacinto Lane. There are three streets with “College” in them: College Main, College Avenue and South College Avenue. College Avenue turns into South College Avenue and also is State Highway 308. There are two Houston Streets on Texas A&M campus that do not connect. Leonard Road turns into Groesbeck Street. Turkey Creek Road turns into Carson Street. There is a Foster Lane and a Foster Road. There is a Jones Road and an Old Jones Road. There is a Hensel Drive and a Hensel Avenue. Martin Luther King Rd. turns into Old Reliance Road. Greens Prairie Road turns into Greens Prairie Trail.
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Important PHONE NUMBERS APARTMENT ASSOCIATION 979-260-9842
TEXAS HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES 979-776-1510
ATMOS ENERGY 979-774-2525
EASTERWOOD AIRPORT 979-775-9900
BRAZOS CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT 979-774-4100
ELECTRICITY/WATER BRYAN TEXAS UTILITIES 979-821-5700
B/CS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 979-260-5200
COLLEGE STATION UTILITIES 979-764-3535
EXPERIENCE BRYAN COLLEGE STATION 979-260-9898
WICKSON CREEK SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT 979-589-3030
BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU 979-260-2222 BLINN COLLEGE 979-209-7223 BRAZOS COUNTY TAX DEPARTMENT 979-775-9930 BRAZOS VALLEY TRANSIT DISTRICT (BUS SERVICE) 979-778-0607 ext. 7008
WELLBORN WATER 979-690-9799 EMERGENCY POLICE/FIRE/AMBULANCE
911 LIBRARIES:
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BRAZOS VALLEY WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS 979-595-2800
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BRYAN ISD 979-209-1000
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HOTEL AVAILABILITY 979-260-9999
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CLARA B. MOUNCE PUBLIC LIBRARY 979-209-5600 GEORGE BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY 979-691-4000 CARNEGIE CENTER OF BRAZOS VALLEY HOUSTON 979-209-5630 LARRY J. RINGER LIBRARY 979-764-3416 STERLING EVANS LIBRARY (TEXAS A&M) 979-845-3731
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additional Important
PHONE NUMBERS RECYCLING SERVICES:
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CITY OF COLLEGE STATION 979-764-3690 CITY OF BRYAN 979-209-5675 TEXAS COMMERCIAL WASTE 979-775-7171 BRAZOS VALLEY TRASH VALET & RECYCLING 979-777-8969 BRAZOS VALLEY RECYCLING 979-260-0006 brazosvalleyrecycling.com
TEXAS A&M VISITOR CENTER 979-845-5851 TEXAS COMPTROLLER 979-776-5200 TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY/DRIVER’S LICENSE OFFICE 979-776-3110 TEXAS WORKFORCE COMMISSION 979-260 1106
SUDDENLINK COMMUNICATIONS 979-595-2410
TIME & TEMPERATURE 979-822-6712
TEXAS A&M OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING 979-845-1741
FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS (800)-921-8101
TEXAS A&M INFORMATION 979-845-3211
VOTER INFORMATION 979-361-5770
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWCOMERS Guide printed by Integ 979.823.5567 • integdoes.com
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Brazos County at a GLANCE COUNTY: Brazos COUNTY SEAT: Bryan POPULATION
233,849 (2020) BRYAN: 83,980 (2020)
COUNTY:
COLLEGE STATION:
120,511 (2020)
MARKET DEMOGRAPHICS Median Age Brazos County: 25.9 Bryan:
29.9
College Station: 22.5 Median Household Income
Per Capita Income
$39,808
$22,648
Income from 2011-2015 (U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey)
GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE BRYAN City Council/Manager | 979-209-5008 | bryantx.gov COLLEGE STATION City Council/Manager | 979-764-3510 | cstx.gov
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