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** August
Aug 19 - 6th Annual Tasting for Some Other Place, Tuesday * August 19 * 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. , Beaumont Civic Center, presented By: Some Other Place, General Admission, $10.00 Per Person, Tickets available at Some Other Place & Civic Center Box Office, FREE shuttle service to the Civic Center from the following churches: First Baptist, First Methodist, Saint Mark's Episcopal, Westminster Presbyterian, Some Other Place, Beaumont's faith-based mission, is the place people turn to for Emergency Services in times of need and for on-going programs like home-delivered meals, Anne Rogers Vaxler Nutrition Center, Henry's Place, Back-to-School Program, John Terry Moore Thanksgiving Store and the Christmas Giving Tree Program, all of which provide assistance at no charge to the recipient. All proceeds for this annual event will benefit the work of Some Other Place. For additional information contact (409) 832-7976 . http://sopbmt.org/
Aug 23 - KINSEL FORD 3RD ANNUAL JAZZ & BLUES FEST - Saturday * August 23 * Gates open at 4:00 p.m. / Downtown Beaumont / Fannin Street / General Admission / $10.00 Adults / $ 5.00 Children/ Sr. Citizens (children 10 & under / Sr. Citizens 65+)/ **Scheduled to perform** /Jazz: Dean James / Jimmy Simmons / Dwayne Hildreth Band / Marion Meadows / Blues: Billy McCormick / Jack Edery / The Greyhounds / Lou Ann Barton
Aug 22 - Showdown on the Sabine - Tunnel Boat Races on Sabine River in Orange. Car show, ATV display, golf cart display, lots of great food, crafts, lots family fun. Bring lawn chairs, sit on river bank, no pets allowed. Be sure to bring your camera, great pictures. 9:00am to 5:00pm, both days City Boat Ramp on Simmons Drive. Orange . Darline Zavada/409-883-1011, http://www.orangetexas.org/
Aug 23 - NWA WRESTLING - Saturday * August 23 * 7:00 p.m. / Beaumont Civic Center / CANCELLED!!!!
Aug 29, 30, 31 - Summertime Blues Festival Live blues acts from across Texas. Motorcycle rally featuring family-oriented events. Vendors, entertainment, food, games, live music, fun for the family. Sunday includes a sprint triathlon. Memorial Park Downtown. Freeport . 979-233-3526 www.freeportmainstreet.com
** September
SEP 6 - Dick Dowling Days, Sabine Pass / Gladys City in Beaumont, Michael McGreevy, 409-866-1655
SEP 13 - Disney Live! presents Winnie the Pooh - Saturday * September 13 * 1:30 p.m. - Beaumont Civic Center - Reserved Seating - $40.00 Floor Sections 1 - 3 / Row 1 - $32.00 Floor Sections 1 - 3 / Rows 2 - 18 - $24.00 Elevated Sections F, G, H, T, U & V / Rows 1 - 21 - Elevated Sections E & W / Rows 1 - 11 - Elevated Sections B, Z & AA / Rows 1 - 13 - $16.00 Elevated Sections D & X / Rows 1 - 21 - Elevated Sections C, E, W & Y / Rows 14 - 21 - FREE Children ages birth - 11 months - If a child has celebrated their 1st birthday, they will need a ticket. On Sale: Tuesday, May 13th @ 10:00 a.m. Join Winnie the Pooh (and his friends, too!) as they bring the classic charm of the Hundred Acre Wood to the stage in an all-new live production ? Disney Live! Winnie the Pooh. In the first ever Disney Live! tour, children and their parents will join Pooh and his friends in this exciting interactive family theatrical experience where the audience will imitate Pooh?s renowned "stoutness" exercises, learn Tigger?s exuberant Whoop-de-Dooper Bounce, play along with Rabbit?s super-sized garden vegetables as they bound through the audience and help recreate other memorable moments from the world of Winnie the Pooh.. For aditional information contact (409) 838-3435 ext. 1
SEP 13 - September 13, 2008: Mexican Heritage Fiesta, Bob Bowers Civic Center, Tony Ramirez, 409-724-6134
SEP 14 - Fiestas Patrias 2008 - 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm - Riverfront Park - It’s a celebration of Hispanic culture commemorating Mexican Independence Day (Diez y Seis de Septiembre). Experience the tradition and color of Mexican folkloric dancers and the passion that emanates from every note of Mariachi Sol de America. Later, you can move to the high energy sounds of Polvo Norteno and Mission Musical, two bands that are sure to have the crowd smiling and dancing. Don’t forget to save room for the delicious food from local vendors! Best of all, admission and parking are FREE! It’s a day for the whole family to enjoy-Fiestas Patrias 2008 in Beaumont! For additional information, please call Mario Juan or Nadia Cowart at 409-951-2500
SEP 18,19,20,21 - Groves Pecan Festival, Lions Park, Groves Chamber of Commerce, 409-962-3631
SEP 20 - Cat Show, Saturday * September 20 * 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Beaumont Civic Center, Presented By: Golden Triangle Cat Fanciers , Click here to visit their website for additional information, General Admission $4.00 Adults $2.00 Senior Citizens & Children (age 12 & under) For additional information contact (713) 703-6555
SEP 20 - Coin Show, Saturday * September 20 * 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Beaumont Civic Center, Presented By: Beaumont Coin Club, General Admission / Open to the Public $1.00 Adults. Drawing for Free Gold Coin * Free Kids Auction @ 3:00 p.m. Free Appraisals * Coins * Paper Money * Jewelry. For additional information contact (409) 385-7028
SEP 20 - Solid Gold Rock & Roll Show, Carl Parker Multipurpose Center, Lamar College, 409-984-6101
Sep 26 - HARDIN COUNTY MUSICFEST - Join thousands of your friends at the 2nd Annual Hardin County MusicFest September 26-27 at the Hardin County Entertainment Ranch on Hwy 418 in Kountze. This year will focus more on the music with bigger headliners, a Battle of the Bands, Karaoke, and Music Village featuring Latin, Cajun, Native American, Folk, and Hometown Favorites stages. There will also be a 4x4 and motorcycle show, cook-off, washer tournament, tons of vendors, and enhanced Kidz Zone! Google Hardin County MusicFest for more
Sep 26 - Seventh Edition Southeast Texas Dulcimer Festival, In Silsbee, Texas (located 20 miles north of Beaumont on US Hwy 96), When: September 26 & 27, 2008, Where: First Baptist Church, 350 Hwy. 96 South, Silsbee, Texas, Lots of jamming and workshops, a free open mic concert Friday night and Grand Concert Saturday night featuring our talented instructors. Free jam and refreshments Thursday night! Debbie Porter (Mountain Dulcimer), David Ellison (Mountain Dulcimer), Mark Gilston (Mountain Dulcimer), Peggy Carter (Hammer Dulcimer), Charles Whitmer (Autoharp), Glenn Flesher (Autoharp), Steve Heiser (Mandolin & Guitar). Jamming and concerts only - Early $10, On Site $15, Jamming, concerts and workshops - Early $50, On Site $55, You must be registered to participate. Sponsored by: SE Texas Dulcimer Friends, SE Texas Acoustic Music Assn. & the City of Silsbee (For more information, phone Butch Suitt, 409-385-8977 or e-mail: bsuitt2@juno.com) http://www.setxdulcimerfriends.com/
Sep 27 - SHOOTOUT AT THE LIT CORRAL - AT&T and TOTAl Refinery present the 2008 Shootout at the LIT Corral to benefit LIT Foundation on Saturday, September 27th at the One in 100 Gun Club in Lumberton,Texas. Individual shooters and teams welcome. AM & PM Heats. Call Shannon Tait for more information. Home Phone: (409) 839-2983
Sep 27 - 3RD ANNUAL COMMUNITY-WIDE HEALTH FAIR - The Metropolitan YMCA and Triangle AIDS Network (TAN), will host a health fair on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008 from 9:00 am till 3:00 pm. YMCA location is 3455 Sarah Street, is free, & is open to the public. The Health Fair includes entertainment, free food, fun & games for the entire family with vendor booths providing information, education, health care as well as screening/testing and services that promote a healthier quality of life for our community. Work Phone: (409) 832-8338 Ext 223
Sep 27 - India Fest 2008 - hosted by India Association of Southeast Texas - 6:00 pm - Beaumont Civic Center - TICKET INFO: $200 – Table for 8, $ 25 – Children 12 & up to Adults, IAST, India Association of Southeast Texas, was established in 1986 with the vision of becoming an efficient cultural conduit between the East and the West, by bringing the Indians in the Golden Triangle together and by promoting cross-cultural programs involving artists from different ethnic backgrounds. Today, thanks to a dedicated Board, a visionary Director, and an excellent team of volunteers, IAST enjoys an excellent reputation as a leading multicultural organization that brings the community closer. IAST believes that tradition has no geographical, linguistic, social or religious barriers, and has proved this by producing collaborative programs with all cultural diversity. IAST is proud to donate part of the evening's proceeds to a few local charities. The evening includes a great variety of programs along with delicious ethnic Indian cuisine. Baby sitting and refreshments for children below the age of 12 will be provided by IAST. For additional information, please call: Mr. Mahesh Makecha @ (409) 332-1805, Mrs. Himanshi Raizada @ (409)892-1362 , Dr. Purnendu Mandal @ (409) 861-2290
** October
oct 3 - 1st Annual Trade & Tech Scholarship Program Golf Classic Idylwild Golf Club October 3rd, 2008 10:30am Early Registration 1:00pm. Shotgun Registration: www.greatgolfevents.com/TylerCountyChamber.html
Oct 4 - Mike Epps & Friends, Beaumont Civic Center, Saturday, October 4, 2008, 8:00 p.m. - Ticket prices (Reserved Seats) $39.50 - Advance $41.50 - Day of show, For additional information, please call (409) 838-3435 ext. 1 , (Monday - Friday / 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.), Tickets available at the Beaumont Civic Center Box Office, Service charges apply to all other locations listed below: All Ticketmaster Outlets, H.E.B on Dowlen Road, F.Y.E in Central Mall or Charge by phone: 409-833-7747
oct 2,3,4 - East Texas Poultry Festival - Parade, 3-day carnival, food booths, arts & crafts booths, art show, live entertainment day and night, poultry judging & auction and more. 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Historic Downtown Center Square. Center . 936-598-3682 http://www.shelbycountychamber.com/ Held inside the historic courthouse square and courtyard in Center. Arts and crafts booths, 3-day carnival, with live entertainment day and night, parade, food booths, chicken clucking contest, chicken cooking contest, poultry judging\auction & more...
OCT 11 - Bill Gaither & Friends "Homecoming" @ Ford Park Arena - Ernie Haase and Signature Sound, Gaither Vocal Band, Gordon Mote, Janet Paschal, Jeff & Sheri Easter, Kevin Williams, Taranda Greene
October 11 - "Pancakes and Prevention on the Plaza" Followed by the DOGTOBERFEST Strutt Your Mutt Parade! Pancake breakfast with all the trimmings will be served at the Fire Museum of Texas. Individual Tickets $5.00 Family tickets $10.00.... DOGS on a leash...Eat leftovers Free, Breakfast, Beaumont Fire & Rescue Prevention Demonstrations and Family Fun 8:00 am until 10:00 am, Sponsored by Beaumont Fire & Rescue, The Fire Museum of Texas & Professional Firefighter's Local 399, Proceeds will benefit the State of Texas Firefighter Memorial scheduled for construction on the C.A. "Pete" Shelton Memorial Plaza, Admission to the Fire Museum is Free
OCT 14 - THE PAJAMA GAME - The Lutcher Theater, 707 Main Avenue, Orange, Texas, presents THE PAJAMA GAME, a bright and riotously funny, all new production of the Tony Award winning, Broadway smash hit, contemporary musical theatre comedy at its very best. In this fast-pace, frisky tale, feisty emplyee representative, Babe Williams and handsome factory superintendent, Sid Sorkin are on opposite sides of heated negotiations when they suddenly find themselves also having to negotiate the racy affair that is quickly heating up between them! The show won 2006 Tony Awards for Best Revival of a Musical and Best Choreography. For more information and ticket sales, call 800-828-5535.
10/23/08 - Reverend Horton Heat @ Whiskey River
Oct 30 - 2008 Southeast Texas Senior Celebration & Consumer Expo, Thursday * October 30 * 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Beaumont Civic Center, Presented By: Better Business Bureau, It’s an exciting day for adults of all ages. Admission is FREE! Parking is FREE! Live on stage, it’s “Three Decades of Music & Dance!” featuring the band “Lava Daddys” playing songs from 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s . . . and dressed appropriately for their era! A dance floor will be set up as well! The Expo will feature 100 booth exhibitors, BINGO, a health screening, a style show featuring clothing from Dillard’s—Parkdale Mall, celebrity models, special presentations, refreshments, classic cars on display with ACES Car Club, clowns, door prizes, lots of valuable information, fun, and much more! Don’t miss the Southeast Texas SENIOR CELEBRATION & Consumer Expo, which is a project of the BBB Consumer Education Foundation, Inc. , For additional information or to secure a booth space, please contact Debbie Bridgeman @ (409) 835-5951 ext. 117.
** November
November 8 - Flamin Hot Car Show, 10:00 am until 5:00 p.m., Admission to the Fire Museum Event Free, Car Entries $20 , 400 Walnut, Downtown Beaumont ,
Nov 10, 11, 12 - 7th Annual Spindletop-Lamar University Film Festival The Seventh Annual Spindletop/Lamar University Film Festival has been rescheduled from April to Nov. 10-12, 2006. The festival is a great way to meet Hollywood insiders and professionals involved in all aspects of filmmaking, from directors to screenwriters. Various Lamar University Campus Locations. Beaumont . (409) 880-8490 . For more info, go to http://dept.lamar.edu/advancement/spinfest/
Nov 11 - 10th Annual Flamin' Hot Car Show - The Fire Museum grounds will be full of Hot Rods, Street Rods, Muscle Cars, Trucks and Vettes for every car enthusiast to relish! There will also be food vendors, games for the kids and entertainment for all to enjoy! Car show entries are still being accepted. The cost is $10 per entry in advance or $15 per entry the day of the event. There is free general admission to the car show for the public. 11:00am - 5:00pm Fire Museum of Texas. Beaumont . Susan Lanning, (409) 880-3927
11/15/08 - Ashton Shepherd, Kellie Pickler, Sugarland @ Ford Park Arena
Nov 19 - Moscow Ballet presents The Great Russian Nutcracker, Wednesday * November 19 * 7:30 p.m. Julie Rogers Theatre, Presented By: Moscow Ballet, Reserved Seating , **Everyone one needs a ticket regardless of age, Orchestra Rows A- H & Balcony Loge Sections A - E / Rows 1 - 3 $65.00 Adult, $55.00 Sr. Citizen (65+) & Children 12 & Under, Orchestra Rows J - BB & Balcony Section C / Rows 5 - 10 $45.00 Adult, $35.00 Sr. Citizen (65+) & Children 12 & Under ,Orchestra Rows CC - EE & Balcony Sections B & D / Rows 6 - 12, $35.00 Adult, $25.00 Sr. Citizen (65+) & Children 12 & Under, Balcony Sections A & E / Rows 4 - 11, $25.00 Everyone, Discounts for Groups (10+) & Military/Veterans with ID, (not available in all price levels), For additional information contact (409) 838-3435 ext.1
December 7 - 3:00-6:00 p.m., Christmas Open House at the Central Fire Station , Desert Social and Vintage Photograph Opportunities , 400 Walnut Street, Downtown Beaumont
NEDERLAND BRICKWALK ON BOSTON AVE. 1st Saturday of every month. Lots of Fun!
Larrys Old Time Trade Days is located at Exit 829 on IH-10 in Winnie, Texas. The show is held on the weekend following the first Monday of the Month. Larry and Brenda Barron purchased "Old Time Trade Days" in February of 2005. The market was originally built in 1992.For more information call 409-296-3300 or go by http://larrysoldtimetradedays.com/.
The French High School Alumni Assoc. is holding planning meetings for a Bonfire and a Mass Reunion. Meetings are the 1st and 3rd Thursday every month at Walden Road, Holiday Inn. For more info, call Beth at 409-835-5887
Texas Renaissance Wedding Tours - Come view our five beautiful wedding venues and receive information about our three enchanting wedding packages. When: Tours for 2008 will be held on the following Saturdays: June 7th, July 12th, August 2nd, and September 6th. Where: The Texas Renaissance Festival Main Office. (Directly north of the Main Festival Gates) 21778 FM 1774 Plantersville, TX 77363. 50 miles Northwest of Houston. Time: 9:45 am. To reserve a spot for the tour or to receive additional information please call 1-800-458-3435, email us at weddings@texrenfest.com or visit www.texrenfest.com. Contact: Shelly Lee, Wedding and Vendor Coordinator, 800-458-3435 ext. 223, weddings@texrenfest.com, shelly@texrenfest.com
Take a trip right here in Beaumont! Cardinal Neches River Adventures has boat trips every Saturday, 10am to noon, and 1-3pm from Riverfront Park in Downtown Beaumont. Take a trip on the Cardinal and see what we have right here at home on the Neches. Learn the history of the river and how it’s influenced the growth of our area. The Neches is ecologically diverse, rich in history and culture. You’ll see nature at is best, on this leisurely trip on the Neches, available every Saturday with Cardinal Neches River Adventures, for reservations, call 880-8907 and visit lulearn.net, and click on cardinal, Riding the Cardinal is more than a boat ride, it’s an adventure for all ages! The cost is 15 dollars for adults and $5 for children under 5.
Harbor Hospice of Beaumont is accepting applications for volunteers! Do you have a heart of compassion and time to spare? Would you be interested in utilizing your talents and valued time by helping terminally ill patients and their families? Hospice volunteers are making a difference in our community. If you are 18 years or older and can help in areas of service such as; companionship, administrative support, household help, special events, fundraising, yard work, music, pet care, etc. or any other areas you feel comfortable, please contact Charice Campbell, Business Development Coordinator @ 409-981-1830.
Beaumont Camera Club - Discover how to get great photographs from your camera and have fun learning about photography at our workshops. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Mondays at 7PM at the Beaumont Art League. Visit our website for maps, workshop schedule, monthly newsletter and other details. www.beaumontcameraclub.com
Charlie Pruitt Country Music Show (409) 722-2955 - Holiday Inn Atrium Plaza I-10 & Walden Rd Beaumont - Southeast Texas' longest running show! Wholesome family fun in a drug and alcohol free environment. See local talent before they get big! Tickets are $10, $8 for over 60, & $4 for kids over 6. Kids under 6, free.
First Friday in Groves - 6pm - 9pm - Visit website: http://www.grovescofc.com/ - Event Address: Lincoln Avenue - Location: Groves, Texas - Phone: 800-876-3631 - Shopping! Food! Entertainment!
Rhythm & Grooves Wednesdays & First Thursdays at SUGAs - SUGAs is the place to be for good food, good music, good friends and good times. In downtown Beaumont, with two floors of great atmosphere and elegant decor, SUGAS is the perfect place for a get-together with friends, or an intimate dinner for two. Dine downstairs, or enjoy soulful live jazz in the bar upstairs. It's the sweetest new hot spot in town! SUGAs now has First Thursdays with a great comedian and a meet & greet for local businesses every first Thursday of the month. Also SUGAs now has Rhythm & Grooves Wednesdays. Enjoy delicious food and fabulous music every Wednesday with a live D.J., buffet, & specials. Doors open at 9:00 upstairs in the Jazz Club.
Swing Out Civic Club Hurricane Comeback, Start Time: 9:00 PM, KC Hall of Beaumont, TX - E-mail Contact: tabplt@cs.com - Phone Contact: (409) 351-5816 - Contact Name: Mildred - Friday swing out fundraiser begins again in a new location... KC Hall, College St Beaumont, TX 9:00 p.m. until 2:00 a.m. BYOB no coolers, soft drinks and beer will be sold, 21 and older ID's required, Dress code enforced...$5.00 cover...door prizes to be given away every hour on the hour.For more information contact 409-351-5816 or 409-838-2671.
Golden Triangle Computer Club - Meetings are now on the THIRD Sunday of each month at 2:30pm in the Lodge Room of Gander Mountain located at 5855 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont,TX. Our club meetings are open to the public. Ya'll come!! Check out our web page..... http://www.gtpcc.org/gtpcc/index.htm
McFaddin-Ward House Summer Camps - Hurry and sign up, there are still spaces available for the McFaddin-Ward House summer camps! Summer camp time is here and the McFaddin-Ward House is pleased to tell you that there are spaces still available for camps surrounding the museum. 9:00 a.m. McFaddin-Ward House in Beaumont. 409/832-1906
Larry's Old Time Trade Days - Winnie, Texas - Old Texas Trade Days. Crafts, Antiques, plants, and new mixed. 500-700 vendors. Every Second Saturday of the month.
Sing with Greater Sabine of Sweet Adelines Int. - Start Time: 7:00 PM - End Time: 10:00 PM - Contact: Singingtigger2@gt.rr.com - Ladies, learn the art of four part harmony, barbershop style with the award winning Greater Sabine chorus. Every Tuesday at 7pm at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church in Beaumont, 23rd and Gladys, Call Natalie 769-3942 for more info. Each Tuesday.
Country Music Jam and Show - Woodville, TX - Accustic and electric instruments... Jamming Friday and Friday night, Saturday and Saturday night. Indoor Jam shack, jammers and listeners welcome. Donations excepted. Covered dish supper at 5 pm both nights..Smoke Free atmosphere.. From 190 East in Woodville take FM 1746 5.5 miles.. Left at PR 8335(watch for Triple Creek RV Park Sign on left) 3 miles to the Park Full hookups for campers - 3rd weekend of each month - Ya'll Come!
Thought Crime Open Mic Reading - This free form open mic is open to all poets and writer's interested in sharing their work and the works of those who inspired, intrigued, or infuriated them. We start around 8:00pm. 3rd Thursday of each month at the Art Studio, 720 Franklin in Beaumont, TX - setpoetry@yahoo.com
Golden Triangle Toastmasters - St. Elizabeth Health & Wellness Center - Golden Triangle Toastmasters helps people become effective speakers and leaders. Meetings are 6:30pm on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at the St. Elizabeth Health & Wellness Center in Beaumont. For more information email toastmaster@gt.rr.com or phone (409) 963-6842. 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month.
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