Editor’s Letter: Beat the Summer Heat (May/June 2024)

 


The kids are out of school and it’s time to play! From family vacations to pool time and more, the summer heat brings much needed fun and relaxation. This issue, find new ways to keep the whole family entertained in the Brazos Valley and beyond.


Kick off your summer vacation with our Texas Trail road trip guide on page 20! Pack the car, buckle up and hit the road for your next great adventure — all within travel range for a day trip. Whether the destination is Houston, Austin or Dallas/ Fort Worth, our staff has found activities for travelers young and old. Of course, we can’t forget a few local options! Make it a challenge and see how many places you can check off the list!


Need to get the kids out of the house for a bit? Learn about summer camp opportunities with our summer camp guide. From arts and crafts to sports and college prep, the Brazos Valley has something for every interest (page 33)!


When you get tired of the Texas heat, cool off at College Station’s Wonderland Indoor Playground providing both enrichment and air conditioning for children ages 10 and under (page 14).


Plus, we bring you a summer read for all ages from Texas A&M University student and author Braxton Husk (page 31)! Want to try your hand at gardening? Urban Aggie


Farm expert Caleb Armijo shares how you can plant and grow a family-friendly garden with delicious options (page 25)!


We also pay tribute to a College Station staple and it’s oldest dance hall, Hurricane Harry’s, which is finishing out its final year of operations at its current location. Learn more about its legacy from those who have called it their second home throughout the generations (page 28).


The St. Jude Dream Home® Giveaway is back in Bryan/College Station! Local residents have the chance to win a home donated and built by Ranger Home Builders, while supporting childhood cancer research. Tickets are on sale for only $100 each. The sooner you reserve your ticket, the more opportunities you have to win a prize! Turn to page 16 to learn more about the program and how to purchase your ticket before the drawing on June 6!


The wait is almost over! Insite’s 2024 A-List People’s Choice winners will be announced in the July issue — be sure to pick up the issue on stands at the beginning of the month.


Do you have an idea of a place in the Brazos Valley or beyond that we should feature in the magazine? Reach out to us at editor@ insitebrazosvalley.com!


— The Insite Team