Good morning, Bryan.

The city of Bryan named Mike Riggens as the new parks and recreation director and he will start on December 1 after Brad Stafford retired on September 30.

The City Council also approved new playground equipment for Scurry Park and Copperfield Park with safer surfaces and climbing features—these improvements will be completed by March.

Bryan Mayor Bobby Gutierrez proposed a wager to Austin Mayor Kirk Watson for the Texas A&M—Texas football game on Friday in Austin.

If the Aggies win, Watson will wear an A&M jersey at an upcoming city council meeting, but if the Longhorns win, Gutierrez will wear burnt orange at a Bryan council meeting.

Bryan Mayor Bobby Gutierrez has offered a friendly wager to Austin Mayor Kirk Watson—about the Texas A&M vs. Texas football game on Friday in Austin.

On Monday evening at Enmarket Arena, the No. 2 seed Texas A&M volleyball team lost 3—1 in a four-set SEC Tournament semifinal to the No. 3 seed Texas, ending an 11-game undefeated run.

The Aggies showed strong offense and defense before Texas took control in the later sets.

The Texas A&M women’s basketball team lost to UT Arlington 61-60 at the Cannon Activities Center Monday in the North Shore Showcase—Aggie guard Jordan Webster scored 11 points for the team.

They will play their final game in Hawaii today at 6 p.m. against Colorado.

The Great Gingerbread Gathering Ladies Luncheon

11 a.m. — Brazos Center — Cost varies — Decorate a gingerbread house while enjoying lunch with friends and family.

Holiday Magic

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Sue Haswell Park — Free entry — Celebrate the season with festive fun, food, and activities for the whole family.

Mary Poppins Musical

7-9 p.m. — The Theatre Company of BCS — Ticketed event — Enjoy a practically perfect musical adventure with unforgettable songs and astonishing stagecraft.

43rd Annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Show

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Brazos Center — Admission TBD — Celebrate the festive season with local artisans showcasing unique crafts and handmade gifts.

14th Annual BCS College Station Marathon/Half

7:00 a.m. — Wolf Pen Creek Park — Registration costs vary — Experience a scenic and challenging marathon or half marathon course across College Station.

The Active Texan Tinsel Trot

5-8 p.m. — The Pavilion at Lake Walk — Registration required — Get festive with a holiday 5K, 10K, and fun family run as you trot along a beautifully lit course.