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May 01, 2005
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May 01, 2005
Beltane / May Day
The Pagan crossquarter festival celebrates the arrival of new growth and the return of fertility.Occurs on May 1. It is commonly known as May Day.
See Wiccan holy days.
Annual. Same date each year.
May 01, 2005
May Day-Labor Day
The Commonwealth of Independent States and most of Europe and Latin America observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
May 01, 2005
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
18th Annual Boys' Haven Crawfish Festival
Contact: Janel Seeley
Beaumont Fair Park on Gulf Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 866-2400
Web: www.boyshaven.com
Admission: $3 and parking is $2.
Event features 500 pounds of crawfish cooked at one time with 7,000 to 8,000 prepared during the day, crawfish cook-off, children's activities, car show, live music and more. Bring lawn chairs and blankets.
The event is the group’s largest fund raiser of the year.
Annual. Est. 1988.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Crawfish wait to be eaten.
May 01, 2005
11 a.m. to noon
Bay Seining
Galveston Island State Park, Galveston
Phone: 409 737-1222
Help the park's interpretive ranger identify wetland critters caught with a net and learn the importance of the wetlands as a nursery.
May 01, 2005
11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cinco De Mayo on the Neches
Contact: Roberto Flores
Riverfront Park, 701 Main Street, Beaumont (behind the Beaumont Civic Center)
Phone: 409 833-6592 or 409 838-3435
Event features food vendors as well as arts and crafts.
Lulac sponsors.
Annual.
May 01, 2005
3:35 p.m.
Beaumont Drillers at Corpus Christi Indoor Football
May 01, 2005
Annual Wooden Keels & Classic Wheels continues
Annual.
May 01, 2005
Beaumont Kennel Club Dog Show
Ford Exhibit Hall, 5115 IH-10 South, Beaumont
Web: www.fordparktx.com
May 01, 2005
Cinco de Mayo celebration continues
May 01, 2005
April 29 - May 8, 2005
Golden Triangle Fair
Beaumont Fairgrounds, on Gulf Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435 ext. 1
Admission: $4 - Adults / $2 - Students (ages 6-18 ). Children ages 5 and under and Seniors 65 or older are free. $15 - MegaPass ( includes gate admission ) available at all Fast Lanes stores.
The fair will share space Sunday with the Boys' Haven Crawfish Festival.
The two-week fair will include rides, food, games, exhibits, entertainment, a white tiger show, a petting zoo and more.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
May 01, 2005
Golden Triangle Fair continues
May 01, 2005
Spindletop Arabian Horse Club Annual Spring Horse Show
Contact: Gloria Willet
Phone: 409 296-4475
Annual.
May 01, 2005
The Grand Wine & Food Affair continues
May 01, 2005
Vidor Barbecue Festival continues
May 02, 2005
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May 02, 2005
May 2 - 3 at 6:30 p.m.
KIDmunity Auditions
Contact: Beaumont Community Players
BCP Playhouse, 5515 Phelps Rd., Beaumont
Phone: 409 842-4664
Auditions held for the KREWE's production of "Godspell." Students exiting 4th through 7th grade are welcome to audition.
May 02, 2005
7 to 9 p.m.
Celebrity Server Night
Madison's, 4020 Dowlen (next to Hobby Lobby), Beaumont
Phone: 409 924-9777
E-mail: MadisonsOfTexas@aol.com
Local celebrities and media personalities take on the task of server to help raise money and awareness for Girls' Haven. A portion of dinner proceeds and all gratuities collected between 7 to 9 p.m. will be donated directly to Girls' Haven.
May 02, 2005
Golden Triangle Fair continues
May 03, 2005
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May 03, 2005
Cruces (Mexican)
Annual. Same date each year.
May 03, 2005
KIDmunity Auditions continues
May 03, 2005
8 p.m.
Mean McQueen & The Manglers concert
Logon C@fe, 3805 Calder, Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-1529
Admission: $3 door.
Mean McQueen and The Manglers are a Beaumont-based group that plays R&B to hard rock and pop.
May 03, 2005
Golden Triangle Fair continues
May 03, 2005
Lee Pelly Acoustic concert
Madison's, 4020 Dowlen (next to Hobby Lobby), Beaumont
Phone: 409 924-9777
E-mail: MadisonsOfTexas@aol.com
Admission: No cover.
Every Tuesday $2 drinks with live, local, unplugged music.
May 04, 2005
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May 04, 2005
St. Monica's Day (Irish)
Annual. Same date each year.
May 04, 2005
5 p.m.
Annual Lions Club Rodeo Parade
Jasper
Phone: 409 384-2762
Web: www.jaspercoc.org
Annual.
May 04, 2005
Golden Triangle Fair continues
May 05, 2005
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May 05, 2005
Children's Day
Japan and Korea observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
May 05, 2005
Cinco de Mayo
Also called Victory of General Zaragosa Day.
Mexico observes.
Send a free e-card from Hallmark.
Celebrates the victory of the Mexican army over the French.
Annual. Same date each year.
May 05, 2005
Liberation Day in The Netherlands
Annual. Same date each year.
May 05, 2005
11 a.m.
National Day of Prayer
Beaumont Civic Center Patio, 701 Main Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435
May 05, 2005
5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music at the Mildred
Katharine & Company restaurant, at the corner of MLK and Calder Ave in “The Mildred Building,” Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-3432
E-mail: info@amset.org
Web: www.amset.org
Admission: $25-advance/$30-door
Event features hors d’oeuvres, cash bar and the diverse musical stylings of two groups: Jimmy Simmons with Raul Ornelas and Book of Days. Proceeds benefit exhibitions and education programs.
May 05, 2005
7 p.m.
Westbrook Stars Drill Program
Julie Rogers Theatre, 801 Pearl St, Beaumont
Phone: 409 981-7327
May 05, 2005
May 5 - 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Young Mens Business League (YMBL) Rodeo
Contact: David Barrows
Ford Park Arena, 5115 IH-10 South, Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-8322
Web: www.ymbl.org/rodeo/rodeo_history.htm
Admission: $12 - $16 - $20 - $40 (free parking)
May 05, 2005
Golden Triangle Fair continues
May 05, 2005
May 5 – 8
Port Neches Riverfest
Port Neches Waterfront Park, Port Neches
Phone: 409 722-1170 or 409 722-9154
E-mail: pnriverfest@aol.com
Web: www.portnecheschamber.com
Admission: Free.
Event includes a carnival, live music, "Thunder on the Neches" Tunnel Boat power races, fireworks display, arts & crafts, flea market, food vendors, Best Burger" cook-off, horseshoe tournament, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, antique/classic car show and mu
Annual.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Nathan Worthy (No. 7, left) tries to hold a lead during the "Thunder on the Neches" SST 120 class tunnel boat races.
May 06, 2005
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May 06, 2005
10 a.m.
"2005 Ozone Action Day"
2210 Eastex Frwy., Beaumont
Phone: 409 899-8444 ext. 253
Sponsored by South East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC)
May 06, 2005
May 6 - 7 at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Barbecue and silent auction
Contact: Ann Reynolds
Holmes Supply Co, 8625 Highway 69 S, Kountze TX 77625
Phone: 409 246-4629 ; 409 833-0504 or 409 722-0605
E-mail: areynolds@gt.rr.com
Web: www.petsforpeople.org/events.html
Admission: Plate lunches, brisket or link sausage sandwiches, silent auction ( good stuff), store discounts and door prizes. All money raised will go to the humane society.
Auction begins on Friday. Auction winners announced on Saturday.
Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Southeast Texas.
May 06, 2005
6 to 9 p.m.
"Salute to Mothers"
Lincoln Ave., Groves
Phone: 409 963-2924
Event will include a buffet and children's activities.
Sponsored by First Friday in Groves.
May 06, 2005
6 to 10 p.m.
1940s Porch Dance
McFaddin-Ward House, 1906 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-2134
Admission: Free and open to the public.
McFaddin-Ward House hosts a 1940s-style porch dance, complete with period music, decorations and costumes. KVLU's John Stevens will broadcast "Make Believe Ballroom" live from the house.
Event includes coffee and doughnuts while dancing or simply enjoying the music and conversation in the soft light of the cabaret area.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Linda Cummings (left) and Amber King (right) serve drinks and doughnuts during the 1940s Porch Dance at the McFaddin-Ward House in Beaumont on Friday, May 6, 2005.
May 06, 2005
May 6 – 8 at 6 to midnight on Fri., 10 a.m. to midnight on Sat , and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sun.
Texas Crab Festival
Gregory Park, Texas Hwy 87, Bolivar Peninsula, Crystal Beach
Phone: 409 684-8940 or 800 386-7863
E-mail: fun@bolivarchamber.org
Web: www.crystalbeach.com/chamber.html
Admission: $6 for adults. Children 11 and younger are free.
Event features live music, crab legs contest, crab races, Texas Crab Festival Weiner Dog Nationals, unique gifts & Zydeco, rides and games at the carnival, food vendors, and a Tastiest Crab Dish cook-off.
Bolivar Peninsula Chamber of Commerce presents.
May 06, 2005
7 p.m.
Salsa Grupo Batacha concert
Antones, 240 Crockett Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 833-9113
Web: www.crockettstreet.com/Antones/
May 06, 2005
May 6 – 7 at 8 p.m.
Tommy Tune & the Manhattan Rhythm Kings
The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St., Galveston
Phone: 409 765-1894
E-mail: vandewalli@thegrand.com
Web: www.thegrand.com
May 06, 2005
May 6 – 7
“Apron Strings: Ties to the Past”
Antique District, Gladewater
Phone: 903 845-5501 or 800 627-0315
E-mail: gladewatercoc@cox-internet.com
Web: www.gladewaterchamber.com
Looks at the history of the apron and honors those who wore them
May 06, 2005
“Contact”
Lutcher Theater, Orange
Phone: 409 745-5535 or 800 828-5535
E-mail: Lutcher@exp.net
Web: www.lutcher.org
May 06, 2005
May 6 - 8
Blazin' Bikes Motorcycle Rally
City of Lake Charles
The rally is part of Lake Charles Contraband Days Pirate Festival, and features two rides; the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road, and one through the North Piney Woods.
May 06, 2005
May 6 - 8
Contraband Days Festival
Lake Charles Civic Center, on Lakeshore Drive, Lake Charles, La.
Phone: 337 491-1256
Web: www.contrabanddays.com
Ongoing events include a carnival, food booths, petting zoo, children's activities, teen street dance, water wars, ejection seat, climbing rock wall, quad power jump, Dr. Rocks Dinosaur Adventure and entertainment.
May 06, 2005
Golden Triangle Fair continues
May 06, 2005
Hanna's Reef concert
Madison's, 4020 Dowlen (next to Hobby Lobby), Beaumont
Phone: 409 924-9777
E-mail: MadisonsOfTexas@aol.com
Madison's one year anniversary party.
May 06, 2005
Port Neches Riverfest continues
May 06, 2005
Young Mens Business League (YMBL) Rodeo continues
May 07, 2005
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May 07, 2005
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Hazardous waste and scrap tire collection
MacArthur Shoping Center, 2670 MacArthur Dr., Orange
Phone: 409 899-8444 ext. 256
Admission: Free.
Items such as paints, cleaners, antifreeze, car batteries and used oil can be disposed. Up to eight scrap tires will be accepted.
May 07, 2005
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Macedonia Baptist Church Old Trade Days
Contact: Leanna Gilliam
Greater Macedonia Baptist Church parking lot, 1224 Houston Ave. Port Arthur
Phone: 409 985-5184 or 409 721-3194
Admission: $25 per spot.
May 07, 2005
8:30 a.m.
WalkAmerica
Lions Park, Orange
Phone: 409 835-7606
Opening ceremonies at 9 a.m. More than 500 people are expected to participate in the walk.
Sponsored by the March of Dimes
May 07, 2005
May 7 - 8 at 9 a.m.
14th Annual St. Judes Trail Ride & BBQ Cook-Off
Traders Village, 7979 N. Eldridge Road, Houston
Phone: 281 890-5500
E-mail: mike@tradersvillage.com
Includes a 14-mile trail ride and barbecue cook-off.
Benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
May 07, 2005
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Golden Triangle Bromeliad Society show and sale
Central Mall, 3100 Highway 365, Port Arthur 77642
May 07, 2005
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Scrapbook Workshop
Beaumont Civic Center Meeting Rooms, 701 Main Street, Beaumont
Phone: 225 505-3330
E-mail: scrappinbev@netscape.net
May 07, 2005
10 a.m.
Wildlife refuge dedication ceremony
Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge, Anahuac
Phone: 409 267-3337
The Butterfly and Hummingbird Habitat Landscape and Willows Trail will be dedicated
Sponsored by the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge and Friends of Anahuac Refuge.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
May 07, 2005
7 p.m.
"Dance Fever!" Lumberton Raiderette revue
Contact: Raiderette office
Julie Rogers Theatre, 801 Pearl St, Beaumont
Phone: 409 923-7852.
Admission: $10 for reserved seating and $8 for general admission.
Lumberton High School Raiderettes dance/drill team sponsors.
Annual.
May 07, 2005
7 p.m.
Mid Life Crisis concert
Antones, 240 Crockett Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 833-9113
Web: www.crockettstreet.com/Antones/
May 07, 2005
May 7, 14, 21 and 28 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Music on the Plaza at Portofino
Portofino Center, Shenandoah
Phone: 800 207-9463
Web: www.shenandoahtxcvb.com
Highlights local talent.
May 07, 2005
7 p.m.
Pat Green, Cross Canadian Ragweed & Randy Rogers Band concert
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435 ext.1
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com/events.htm
Admission: $25 reserved seating, $20 all other seats.
May 07, 2005
8 p.m.
Kingston Trio
Crighton Theatre, 234 Main St., Conroe
Phone: 936 760-2787 or 936 441-7469
Web: www.mcpas.org
May 07, 2005
“Apron Strings: Ties to the Past” continues
May 07, 2005
Airing of the Quilts
Huntsville
Phone: 936 294-9496
Includes food, games, music and vendors. Quilts for display and sale are draped throughout downtown.
May 07, 2005
Barbecue and silent auction continues
May 07, 2005
Blazin' Bikes Motorcycle Rally continues
May 07, 2005
City election day
Annual.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Former mayor James D. McNicholas has a laugh with Guy Goodson during an election party at Katharine & Company in Beaumont on Saturday, May 7, 2005. Goodson won the election.
May 07, 2005
May 7 - 8
Fourth Annual Nautical Flea Market
Rockport Harbor, Rockport
Phone: 361 729-1244
May 07, 2005
Golden Triangle Fair continues
May 07, 2005
Knights of Columbus dance
6621 West Port Arthur Road, Port Arthur
Admission: $10
High Street Band and Eazy, shrimp gumbo and auction Saturday
Council No. 3195 presents
May 07, 2005
May Day Art Walk
Livingston
Phone: 936 327-3656
May 07, 2005
May 7 - 8
Mothers Day Mayhem Tournament
Contact: Morgan Walker
Ford Fields, 5115 IH-10 South, Beaumont
Phone: 409 842-3900
Web: www.fordparktx.com
US Specialty Sports Association sponsors.
May 07, 2005
Port Neches Riverfest continues
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Jeremy Faas (No. 76, left) of Needville, Texas has a near collision with Wayne Barber (No. 0, right) of Port Neches during the "Thunder on the Neches" super stock tri hull races at RiverFest in Port Neches on Saturday, May 7, 2005.
May 07, 2005
Primal Funk concert
Madison's, 4020 Dowlen (next to Hobby Lobby), Beaumont
Phone: 409 924-9777
E-mail: MadisonsOfTexas@aol.com
May 07, 2005
Texas Crab Festival continues
May 07, 2005
Tommy Tune & the Manhattan Rhythm Kings continues
May 07, 2005
Young Mens Business League (YMBL) Rodeo continues
May 08, 2005
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May 08, 2005
Mother's Day
Send a free e-card from Hallmark.
Annual, celebrated the 2nd Sunday in May.
May 08, 2005
V-E Day in Europe
Annual. Same date each year.
May 08, 2005
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Catfish dinner fundraiser
Winnie-Stowell Masonic Lodge No. 1377 (located behind the Winnie Fire Department), Winnie.
Admission: $8 per plate (donation). Dinner includes catfish, served with coleslaw, french fries and ice tea.
Proceeds will be utilized for school scholarships and building fund.
Served at the Masonic Temple or ‘Take-Out” on Sunday
May 08, 2005
14th Annual St. Judes Trail Ride & BBQ Cook-Off continues
May 08, 2005
Blazin' Bikes Motorcycle Rally continues
May 08, 2005
Fourth Annual Nautical Flea Market continues
May 08, 2005
Golden Triangle Fair continues
May 08, 2005
Mothers Day Mayhem Tournament continues
May 08, 2005
Port Neches Riverfest continues
May 08, 2005
Texas Crab Festival continues
May 09, 2005
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May 09, 2005
Victory over Fascism Day
The Commonwealth of Independent States observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
May 09, 2005
7:05 p.m.
Beaumont Drillers vs Southwest LA Indoor Football
Ford Park Arena, 5115 IH-10 South, Beaumont
Phone: 409 951-5400
Web: www.getdrilled.com
Admission: $10 & $18
May 10, 2005
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May 10, 2005
7:30 p.m.
Jefferson County Amateur Radio Club meeting
Contact: Tootie or Delores Heintschel
W5SSV Annex, 216 10th Street, Nederland
Phone: 409 962-1435
May 10, 2005
7:30 p.m.
Ozen Dance Program
Julie Rogers Theatre, 801 Pearl St, Beaumont
Phone: 409 981-7531
May 10, 2005
Chris Dozier Acoustic concert
Madison's, 4020 Dowlen (next to Hobby Lobby), Beaumont
Phone: 409 924-9777
E-mail: MadisonsOfTexas@aol.com
Admission: No cover.
Every Tuesday $2 drinks with live, local, unplugged music.
May 11, 2005
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May 11, 2005
7 p.m.
Stale Mind & Fall Well
Bobbie McGees, Crockett Street Entertainment District, Beaumont
Phone: 409 833-0442
Web: www.crockettstreet.com/BobbieMcGees/bobbies_flash/bobbies.htm
May 11, 2005
May 11 – 14
59th Annual Lions Club Rodeo
Rodeo Arena, Jasper
Phone:409 384-3463
E-mail: jasperlc@jas.net
Web: www.jasperlionsrodeo.com
Includes bull riding, calf roping, bronc riding, barrel racing and entertainment by well-known stars.
Annual. Est. 1947.
May 12, 2005
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May 12, 2005
St. Pancra's day
Patron saint of children.
Annual. Same date each year.
May 12, 2005
May 12 - 13 at 7 a.m.
Magnolia Festival Community Garage Sale
Contact: Kirbyville Chamber of Commerce
Magnolia Park, Kirbyville
Phone: 409 423-5827
Admission: The booth fee for one or both days is $10.
Magnolia Festival Committee sponsors
May 12, 2005
10 a.m.
Dowlen Oaks Building Tour
Ford Park Arena, 5115 IH-10 South, Beaumont
Web: www.fordparktx.com
May 12, 2005
5:30 p.m.
Coastal Conservation Association Golden Triangle Chapter banquet and auction
Contact: Will Jenkins
Ford Park Exhibit Hall
Phone: 409 284-4426
Admission: Single tickets are $125, and include a CCA membership, entry into the STAR tournament, dinner and drinks.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
May 12, 2005
7 p.m.
Lecture and book signing with Edward T. Cotham Jr.
Visitor Center at Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum, off U.S. 69 (Cardinal Drive) at University Drive, on the Lamar University campus.
Phone: 409 835-0823
Admission: Admission is free.
Edward T. Cotham Jr. will give a talk and sign copies of his book "Sabine Pass: the Confederacy's Thermopylae."
The book details how a handful of Texans, under the leadership of Richard W. Dowling, prevented a Union military force of more than 5,000 men from occupying Sabine Pass in 1863.
May 12, 2005
59th Annual Lions Club Rodeo continues
May 13, 2005
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May 13, 2005
Our Lady of Fatima Day
Annual. Same date each year.
May 13, 2005
6 to 10 a.m.
"Pancakes For Puppies"
Contact: Ann Reynolds
IHOP, 8685 Memorial Hwy. (also known as Hwy. 69 South) , Nederland.
Phone: 409 246-4629 ; 409 833-0504 or 409 722-0605
E-mail: areynolds@gt.rr.com
Web: www.petsforpeople.org/events.html
Admission: For a donation of any amount, patrons get a short stack of pancakes with syrup in a plastic container to take to work or home.
Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Southeast Texas.
May 13, 2005
8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Richard Purkey Sr. Memorial Golf Tournament
Contact: Chad Sittig or Blaine Dugas
Bayou Din Golf Club
Phone: 409 994-3570
E-mail: csittig@setxind.com or bdugas@setxind.com
Proceeds from the tournament benefit Lakes Area Hospice of Jasper. The tournament will be a 4-person scramble with two-tee times scheduled for 8:30am and 1:30 pm. There will be lots of food & refreshments, prizes, trophies, and special holes that test gol
Annual. Est. 2005
May 13, 2005
May 13 – 15 at 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fri. & Sat. and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday
Livingston Trade Days
Pedigo Park, 925 U.S. 59 Bypass N., Livingston
Phone: 936 327-3656
Web: www.cityoflivingston-tx.com/tradedays
Explore two covered pavilions and 350 open-air lots with a variety of food, arts & crafts, collectible and antique vendors.
May 13, 2005
9 p.m.
Stone Cold concert
Logon C@fe, 3805 Calder Ave., Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-1529
Web: www.logoncafe.net
Admission: $5 Door
Rock / Blues
May 13, 2005
59th Annual Lions Club Rodeo continues
May 13, 2005
Echo Orbit Room concert
Madison's, 4020 Dowlen (next to Hobby Lobby), Beaumont
Phone: 409 924-9777
E-mail: MadisonsOfTexas@aol.com
May 13, 2005
May 13 – 15
Picture Brazosport Photo Contest
Lake Jackson
Phone: 888 477-2505
Event offers a unique photo scavenger hunt for professionals, amateurs and students.
May 13, 2005
May 13 – 14
Yaga’s Wild Game Cook-Off
Pier 21, Galveston
Phone:713 818-5507 or 888 425-4753
E-mail: ycfund@houston.rr.com
Web: www.yagaschildrensfund.org
Includes live entertainment and fireworks.
Benefits the Yaga’s Chindren’s Fund
May 14, 2005
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May 14, 2005
Independence Day in Paraguay
Annual. Same date each year.
May 14, 2005
8 a.m. to noon
Share A Plant Event
Subcourthouse Park, 500 block of Fourth St., Port Arthur
Guests bring surplus plants, bulbs and seeds to pass on, or trade for others, gardening tools and pots are also welcome. Enjoy a cup of coffee while plants are being catagorized for pick up. The city of Port Arthur will be distributing compost bins to res
Port Arthur Beautification Committee sponsors.
Annual, Est 1985
May 14, 2005
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Gulf Coast Daylily Show
Central Mall (near Hobby Lobby), 3100 Highway 365, Port Arthur 77642
Phone: 409 727-2109
Gulf Coast Daylily Show of Southeast Texas hosts the show and sale.
May 14, 2005
10 a.m.
A Blue Star Banner Salute
Contact: Milton R. Chatham
American Legion Post #33, 1320 Pennsylvania, Beaumont
Phone: 409 899-3013
Join the Blue Star Banner Salute honoring our members serving in the Armed Forces and their families.
The 2nd District of the American Legion Department of Texas sponsors.
May 14, 2005
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Family Arts Days
Art Museum of Southeast Texas (AMSET), 500 Main Street, Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 409 832-3432
E-mail: info@amset.org
Web: www.amset.org
Admission: All activities are free, and all art materials are provided.
Event features arts in conjunction with AMSET's four main gallery exhibits.
Family Arts Days are major events at AMSET. They are a mix of hands-on art projects, storytelling, gallery learning, and entertainment.
May 14, 2005
May 14 - 15 at 1 to 5 p.m.
2005 Garden Tour
Contact: Jeanne Looney or Myra Clay.
Phone: 409-866-2910 or 409-892-1137
Admission: Advance Tickets $6 at Shell Plant Farm Tickets Tour Days $7 at Garden Entrances.
Beaumont Council of Garden Clubs sponsors.
May 14, 2005
6 to 10:30 p.m.
11th Street Cruise
Contact: Johnnie or Jeanie
Parking Lot of CarQuest
Phone: 409 769-7599 or 409 769-0877
Web: www.11thstreetcruise.com
Bring the Family. No burn outs, drag racing or alcohol.
11th Street Cruise and its sponsors are not responsiblie for accidents.
May 14, 2005
7 to 9 p.m.
"Photography Show 2005" reception
Beaumont Art League gallery, 2675 Gulf St. in Fair Park, Beaumont
Phone: 409 8334179
Show continues from May 14 to May 28. Viewing hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thus. - Fri., and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday.
May 14, 2005
7 p.m.
Marsha Woody Dance Recital
Julie Rogers Theatre, 801 Pearl St, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-4397
May 14, 2005
7 p.m.
Rat Ranch concert
Antones, 240 Crockett Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 833-9113
Web: www.crockettstreet.com/Antones/
May 14, 2005
7:05 p.m.
Beaumont Drillers vs Lubbock Indoor Football
Ford Park Arena, 5115 IH-10 South, Beaumont
Phone: 409 951-5400
Web: www.getdrilled.com
Admission: $10 & $18
May 14, 2005
8 p.m.
Buffalo Blonde concert
Logon C@fe, 3805 Calder Ave., Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-1529
Web: www.logoncafe.net
Admission: $5 Door
Original Rock
© Mark M. Hancock
Pete Churton plays guitar during a Buffalo Blonde concert at the Logon C@fe in Beaumont on Saturday, May 14, 2005.
May 14, 2005
59th Annual Lions Club Rodeo continues
May 14, 2005
May 14 – 15
Anglers on Wheels
Port Aransas
Phone:210 637-8316
Web: www.doorinthewall.org
This fishing tournament is for the physically challenged.
Sponsored by Door in the Wall Inc.
May 14, 2005
all day
Annual Letter Carrier's Food Drive
Contact: Emelie Irving
Phone: 409 839-8777
Leave non-perishable food items by your mail box before your letter carrier picks up the mail. All donations will be used to help Southeast Texans in need of food assistance. Place your items in a plastic or paper bag.
Southeast Texas Food Bank benefits.
May 14, 2005
Art Car Parade
Houston
Phone: 713 926-6368
Web: www.orangeshow.org
Showcases Houston’s most outlandish folk art creations on wheels. The Fruit Mobile, a 1967 Ford station wagon, started the craze in 1986.
May 14, 2005
all day
C.A.S.T. For Kids Foundation event
Contact: Rhonda Mays
on Lake Sam Rayburn
Phone: 409 698-9981
Web: www.castforkids.org
The C.A.S.T. For Kids Foundation helps disabled and disadvantaged children from Tyler, San Augustine, Sabine, Shelby, Jasper and Newton Counties. The family event continues all day.
Jasper / Lake Sam Rayburn Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors.
Annual.
May 14, 2005
Fly-fishing seminar
Contact: Tricia
Fishing Tackle Unlimited
Phone: 281 481-6838
Admission: Cost is $60 per person.
Topics will include rods, reels, lines, leaders, casting, knots and flies.
May 14, 2005
Garage Sale and Book Fair
Contact: Donna Monceaux
PACE Local 4-23 Hall, 1500 Jefferson Drive, Port Arthur
Phone: 409 721-2457
Non-profit organizations, individuals or groups wishing to be part of a group garage sale, businesses with products or services of interest to the public, and other community organizations are welcome to be a part of the event. Booths are available at no
Newspapers in Education sponsors.
Annual, Est. 2005
May 14, 2005
Laurel & the Untouchables concert
Madison's, 4020 Dowlen (next to Hobby Lobby), Beaumont
Phone: 409 924-9777
E-mail: MadisonsOfTexas@aol.com
May 14, 2005
Livingston Trade Days continues
May 14, 2005
Music on the Plaza at Portofino continues
May 14, 2005
Picture Brazosport Photo Contest continues
May 14, 2005
Yaga’s Wild Game Cook-Off continues
May 14, 2005
May 15, 2005
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May 15, 2005
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
15th Annual Monumental Bug Bash
San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site, La Porte
Phone: 281 421-2475 or 281 479-2431
Annual car picnic. All makes and models of VW’s are welcome.
The Bay Area Volkswagen Club sponsors
May 15, 2005
7:30 p.m.
Willie Nelson & Family
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435 ext. 1
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com/events.htm
Admission: $45 reserved seating, $35 all other seats.
May 15, 2005
2005 Garden Tour continues
May 15, 2005
Anglers on Wheels continues
May 15, 2005
Bass-N-Bucks team tournament
Toledo Bend
Phone: 409 727-8941
Web: www.bassnbucks.com
May 15, 2005
Eighth Annual Gulf Coast GTO Car Show
Traders Village, Houston
Phone: 281 890-5500
E-mail: mike@tradersvillage.com
Features more than 150 cars set up for show and competition
May 15, 2005
Livingston Trade Days continues
May 15, 2005
Picture Brazosport Photo Contest continues
May 16, 2005
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May 17, 2005
7 to 11 a.m.
Walk-A-Thon to Oust Diabetes
Contact: Betty Barlow
Pine Street Park, Beaumont
Phone: 409 899-3900
E-mail: wonmjr@yahoo.com
Admission: No registration fee.
Northside Church of Christ sponsors.
May 17, 2005
May 17 - 19 at 8 a.m.
Texas Hurricane Conference
Contact: Contact Valerie
Ford Exhibit Hall and Meeting Rooms
Phone: 512 424-2138
Web: www.soc.state.tx.us
Local officials and first responders from coastal cities and towns meet with their counterparts from inland communities.
Governor's Division of Emergency Management sponsors.
May 17, 2005
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
"Salute to Our Port Arthur and area Military Heroes and Heroines" of the War on Terrorism
Robert A. Bowers Civic Center, 3401 Cultural Center Drive, Port Arthur
Phone: 409 983-8298
Web site: www.portarthurtexas.com
Port Arthur and Southeast Texas veterans and the families of all soldiers who have fought or are presently fighting in Iraq, Afghanistan and other places will be honored. If you wish to have your soldier's name read at the ceremony, call before May 11th.
Port Arthur City Council sponsors.
Command Sgt. Maj. Dana Braquet proudly carries a souvenir American Flag to the "Salute to Our Port Arthur and Area Heroes and Heroines" at the Robert A. Bowers Civic Center in Port Arthur on Tuesday, May 17, 2005. The event honored Southeast Texas veterans and the families of soldiers who are currently serving in the military.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
May 17, 2005
7 p.m.
8th Annual Torch Awards Banquet for Marketplace Ethics
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-5951 ext. 117
Silent Auction & Reception @ 6:00 p.m.
Better Business Bureau sponsors.
Annual.
Lilton Sonnier, president of Winnie Welding Works & Construction, Inc., reflects off a welder's mask as he poses for a portrait at the company in Winnie on Thursday, May 19, 2005. The company won the Torch Awards for Marketplace Ethics.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
May 17, 2005
8 p.m.
Mean McQueen & The Manglers concert
Logon C@fe, 3805 Calder Ave., Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-1529
Web: www.logoncafe.net
Admission: $3 Door
Funk Rock Jazz
May 17, 2005
Lee Pelly Acoustic concert
Madison's, 4020 Dowlen (next to Hobby Lobby), Beaumont
Phone: 409 924-9777
E-mail: MadisonsOfTexas@aol.com
Admission: No cover.
Every Tuesday $2 drinks with live, local, unplugged music.
May 18, 2005
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May 18, 2005
8 p.m.
Reverend Horton Heat & The Supersuckers concert
Antones, 240 Crockett Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 833-9113
Web: www.crockettstreet.com/Antones/
May 19, 2005
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May 19, 2005
6 p.m.
"Rock the Tour" Christian Concert
Ford Midway (Large Barn), 5115 IH10 South, Beaumont
Phone: 409 951-5400
Web: www.fordparktx.com
Admission: Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the gate
The christian tour features rock and hip-hop artists: Pillar, Thousand Foot Krutch, John Reuben & DIZMAS, who will be appearing at the Ford Park Midway.
May 19, 2005
May 19 - 21 at 7 p.m.
"Broadway Fun For Funds"
Orange Community Playhouse, 708 W. Division St., Orange
Phone: 409 882-9137
Web: www.ocplayers.net
Admission: Tickets are $20. Proceeds benefit the Playhouse building fund.
Hors d'oeuvres will be served at 7 p.m. The show starts at 7:37 p.m.
Fundraiser to benifit the building fund for the Orange Community Players. Event features a night of song and dance.
Orange Community Players sponsor.
3rd Annual.
May 19, 2005
7 p.m.
Ska/Reggae Fest concert
Antones, 240 Crockett Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 833-9113
Web: www.crockettstreet.com/Antones/
May 19, 2005
8 p.m.
Mike & Rod concert
Logon C@fe, 3805 Calder Ave., Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-1529
Web: www.logoncafe.net
Admission: $3 Door
Blues & Classic Rock
May 19, 2005
Dept of Emergency Mgmt State Hurricane Conference
Ford Arena, 5115 IH-10 S., Beaumont
Phone: 409 951-5400
Web: www.fordparktx.com
May 20, 2005
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May 20, 2005
Noon
Texas Scholars Luncheon
Contact: Khristina Hanel
First United Methodist Church Wesley Center
Phone: 409 384-2762
E-mail: jaspercc@jaspercoc.org
Web site: www.jaspercoc.org
Each student is sponsored by a member of the Chamber of Commerce and recieves recognition for their acomplishments. This program was established by the Chamber to honor students who have taken the higher level curriculum courses to help prepare themselves
Jasper / Lake Sam Rayburn Area Chamber Of Commerce sponsors.
May 20, 2005
7 p.m.
Cam Pyle concert
Antones, 240 Crockett Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 833-9113
Web: www.crockettstreet.com/Antones/
May 20, 2005
May 20 - 21 @ 7 p.m.
Taylor Dance Recital
Julie Rogers Theatre, 801 Pearl St, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435 ext. 1
Admission: Reserved Seating: $6 - Adults / $3 - Children (ages 4-11)
May 20, 2005
7:30 p.m.
The Rick Show concert
Logon C@fe, 3805 Calder Ave., Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-1529
Web: www.logoncafe.net
Admission: $5 Door
Opening act: Kenny Wiebusch - Classic Rock & Texas Blues - Rick Danna & Rick Busby - 7:30pm - $5 Door)
May 20, 2005
8 p.m.
Conroe Symphony Orchestra
Lone Star convention Center, 9055 Airport Road, Conroe
Phone: 936 760-2144
Web: www.conroesymphony.org
Event features Celebrity Conductor Night
May 20, 2005
"Broadway Fun For Funds" continues
May 20, 2005
Registration deadline for ArtVentures Summer Camp
Art Museum of Southeast Texas (AMSET), 500 Main Street, Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 409 832-3432
E-mail: info@amset.org
Web: www.amset.org
Admission: Members: $70/Class, non-members: $105 for the first class (includes membership. 2nd child or additional classes: $70 each). $35 deposit required for each class/child. Scholarships available.
Classes are for children ages 4 to 12. All classes taught by professional artists/teachers.
Registration deadline: May 20
May 20, 2005
May 20 – 22
Strawberry festival
Pasadena Fair Grounds, Pasadena
Phone: 281 991-9500
Web: www.strawberryfest.org
Skydiving, bingo and live entertainment as well as strawberry cooking, eating and growing contests.
May 20, 2005
The Manglers concert
Madison's, 4020 Dowlen (next to Hobby Lobby), Beaumont
Phone: 409 924-9777
E-mail: MadisonsOfTexas@aol.com
The band features Rozz Zommorano of the Fondue Monks.
May 20, 2005
May 20 – 22
Trade Days on the Avenue
Port Neches Avenue, Port Neches
Phone: 409 722-4023
May 21, 2005
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May 21, 2005
Armed Forced Day
Send a free e-card from Hallmark.
Annual.
May 21, 2005
May 21 - 22 at 8 a.m.
Annual Southeast Texas All American Soap Box Derby
Maury Meyers Bridge, Beaumont
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Katherine Davis, 9, zooms down the raceway during a practice session for next week's Soap Box Derby on Maury Meyers Bridge in Beaumont on Saturday, May 14, 2005.
May 21, 2005
8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Classic Car & Bike Show
National Oak Park, Alvin
Phone: 281 331-3944
May 21, 2005
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Pleasure Island Cleanup
Contact: Ronnie Moon
Pleasure Island- North Fishing Levee, Port Arthur
Phone: 409 721-9492
E-mail: rrmoon@sbcglobal.net
Event is for the entire family. Lunch, drinks, and clean-up materials are provided.
ExxonMobil sponsors
Annual, Est. 2004
May 21, 2005
10 a.m.
Crawfish Boil
First Sixth Street Baptist Church, 548 Abe Lincoln Ave., Port Arthur 77640
Phone: 409 985-4348
Admission: $6 per Plate.
Pastor's Aide Society sponsors.
May 21, 2005
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kids All-American Fishing Derby
Galveston Island State Park, Galveston
Phone: 409 737-1222
Bring gear and enjoy fishing. Open to kids age 15 and younger.
May 21, 2005
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Port Arthur picnic for city employees and retirees
Procter Street Pavilion, Port Arthur
Phone: 409 983-8135, 983-8279 or 983-8103
Food will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participants are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. There will be games such as spades, dominoes and washer pitching tournaments. Door prizes will be given away.
The city of Port Arthur sponsors.
May 21, 2005
11 a.m.
Jasper Police Association Crawfish Boil
Contact: Jasper Police Department
Jasper Fire Station, 205 E. Water St., Jasper
Phone: 409 384-3471
Admission: Tickets are $10 and can be purchased from any JPA member. Crawfish Boil proceeds benefit Toys for Tots.
The Jasper Police Association sponsors.
Annual.
May 21, 2005
7 p.m.
Carive concert
Antones, 240 Crockett Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 833-9113
Web: www.crockettstreet.com/Antones/
May 21, 2005
7 p.m.
Kelly High School Graduation
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435
May 21, 2005
9 p.m.
Ryan Gist Band concert
Logon C@fe, 3805 Calder Ave., Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-1529
Web: www.logoncafe.net
Admission: $5 Door
Original Rock & Blues. Onofatman opens with a Rock & Blues concert at 7 p.m.
May 21, 2005
8 p.m.
Chubby Checker concert
Delta Downs, Delta Event Center, Vinton, LA.
Admission: $10 tickets still available.
May 21, 2005
"Broadway Fun For Funds" continues
May 21, 2005
Beaumont ISD high school graduations
Annual.
May 21, 2005
Cajun Celebration / Golden Triangle Cajun Association
Jefferson County Singles Club, Port Arthur
Phone: 409 736-3785 or 409 736-3782
Event includes musical entertainment.
Golden Triangle Cajun French Music Association sponsors.
May 21, 2005
Gordon’s Birthday Celebration
Sea Center Texas, Lake Jackson
Phone: 979 292-0100
Celebrate Gordon the grouper’s 20th birthday. Event includes activities for kids.
May 21, 2005
Lance DuBroc
Madison's, 4020 Dowlen (next to Hobby Lobby), Beaumont
Phone: 409 924-9777
E-mail: MadisonsOfTexas@aol.com
May 21, 2005
Music on the Plaza at Portofino continues
May 21, 2005
Strawberry festival continues
May 21, 2005
Taylor Dance Recital continues
May 21, 2005
Trade Days on the Avenue continues
May 21, 2005
May 21 - 22
US Specialty Sports Association Spindletop Boom Classic Tournament
Contact: Morgan Walker
Ford Fields, 5115 IH-10 South, Beaumont
Phone: 409 842-3900
Web: www.fordparktx.com
May 22, 2005
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May 22, 2005
3:35 p.m.
Beaumont Drillers at Montgomery Indoor Football
May 22, 2005
Annual Southeast Texas All American Soap Box Derby continues
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
James Rule (left) with YMBL releases the derby cars of Jake Warner, 10, (top) and Walt Spidle, 11, (bottom).
May 22, 2005
Strawberry festival continues
May 22, 2005
Trade Days on the Avenue continues
May 22, 2005
US Specialty Sports Association Spindletop Boom Classic Tournament continues
May 23, 2005
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May 24, 2005
May 24 - June 4
Beaumont Police Activities League (PAL) summer programs
Various locations in Beaumont
Phone: 409 833-2940
Admission: $10. Registration is required.
Programs include basketball, boxing, volleyball, gymnastics and swimming.
May 24, 2005
Chis Dozier Acoustic concert
Madison's, 4020 Dowlen (next to Hobby Lobby), Beaumont
Phone: 409 924-9777
E-mail: MadisonsOfTexas@aol.com
Admission: No cover.
Every Tuesday $2 drinks with live, local, unplugged music.
May 25, 2005
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May 25, 2005
Celebration of the Tao (Japanese)
Annual. Same date each year.
May 26, 2005
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May 26, 2005
7:30 a.m.
American Legion Golf Tournament
Tyrrell Park Golf Course, Beaumont
Phone: 409 813-1540, or 409 832-8231
Please call for cost and registration about the two-man scramble.
American Legion 2nd District Color Guard sponsors.
May 26, 2005
6:30 p.m.
Military appreciation dinner
Cathedral in the Pines Family Life Center, 2350 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont
Phone: 409 860-1877
The potluck dinner honors all active duty military personnel serving the ports of Beaumont and Port Arthur. Ozen High School Choir will perform.
Southeast Texas Military Outreach sponsors.
May 26, 2005
6:30 p.m.
South Park Neighborhood Assoc. meeting
South Park Baptist Church, 795 Woodrow, Beaumont
Web: www.neighborhoodlink.com/beaumont/beaumont/
The guest speaker will be Lois Balka-City Of Beaumont Code Enforcement.
South Park Neighborhood Assoc. sponsors.
May 26, 2005
7 p.m.
Jason Boland/Jamie Talbert/David Kaiser concert
Antones, 240 Crockett Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 833-9113
Web: www.crockettstreet.com/Antones/
May 26, 2005
8 p.m.
Kenny Sanders concert
Logon C@fe, 3805 Calder Ave., Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-1529
Web: www.logoncafe.net
Admission: Free
Solo Guitar
May 26, 2005
May 26, 28 - 29, 2005
Spring Repertory Program
Wortham Theater Center, 500 Texas Ave., downtown Houston
Phone: 713 227-2787
Web: www.houstonballet.org
Event includes the premiere of “Sandpaper Ballet” and the classic “The Firebird.”
May 27, 2005
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May 27, 2005
May 27 - 28 at 7 a.m. to noon
Spindletop Arabian Horse Show
Fairpark Coliseum, on Gulf Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435
May 27, 2005
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
"Senior" Senior Prom
Recreation Center, 1308 9th Ave., Port Arthur
Phone: 409 983-8108 or 409 983-8152
Admission: RSVP is required. Dress is semi-formal
The 2005 "Magic City by the Sea" senior prom invites "seniors" age 55 and over.
City of Port Arthur Parks and Recreation sponsors.
May 27, 2005
7 p.m.
Vallejo / Solice for Now concert
Antones, 240 Crockett Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 833-9113
Web: www.crockettstreet.com/Antones/
May 27, 2005
8 p.m.
Dana Knippa Quartet concert
Logon C@fe, 3805 Calder Ave., Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-1529
Web: www.logoncafe.net
Admission: $5 Door
Jazz
May 27, 2005
May 27 – 30 at 8 p.m. to midnight
Frontier Day Annual Cook-Off & concert
Monsanto Park & Hall, Alvin
Phone: 281 585-4013
Web: www.alvinrotaryclub.org
May 27, 2005
8 p.m.
Hardin Jefferson High School Graduation
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com/
May 27, 2005
Moe Haynes Band
Madison's, 4020 Dowlen (next to Hobby Lobby), Beaumont
Phone: 409 924-9777
E-mail: MadisonsOfTexas@aol.com
May 28, 2005
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May 28, 2005
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Radio Control AirShow
Finholt Field on Folsom Road
Phone: 409 866-4768
Admission: Admission is free for spectators. Landing fee is $15. Raffle tickets are $3. The airshow benefits Boys Haven.
The event is AMA sanctioned, pilots are required to have current AMA memberships. Prizes will be drawn every 30 minutes for RC pilots, and a raffle for a Tracy Byrd guitar will be held.
The Beaumont, Mid-County, and Orange County Radio Control Clubs host.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Mike East of Nederland puts his 37 percent scale BME Ultimate biplane through its paces. The show included participants from the Beaumont, Mid-County and Orange County remote control clubs.
May 28, 2005
May 28 - 30 Noon till...
Texas/Louisiana Crawfish Festival
The New West Cal Arena-Sulphur, La.
Phone: 866 328-4862
Web: www.gumbeauxmagazine.com/crawfish.htm
Admission: $10 for adults $5 for kids under 12.
Gates open at noon each day.
Performers include Blues Brothers Donna Angelle and Willis Prudhomme and special guest "Cupid."
Annual, Est. 1999
May 28, 2005
May 28 - 29 at 2 to 5 p.m.
OCP Young People's Theatre Workshop
Contact: Joannah Landry
Orange Community Playhouse, 708 W Division, Orange
Phone: 409 883-8882
E-mail: jolandry@gt.rr.com
May 28, 2005
7 p.m.
Jive Train concert
Antones, 240 Crockett Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 833-9113
Web: www.crockettstreet.com/Antones/
May 28, 2005
7 p.m.
The Art of Dance Recital
Julie Rogers Theatre, 801 Pearl St, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435
May 28, 2005
7:05 p.m.
Beaumont Drillers at Southwest LA Indoor Football
May 28, 2005
7:30 p.m.
Lumberton High School Graduation
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com/
May 28, 2005
10 p.m.
Ryan Gist Band concert
Logon C@fe, 3805 Calder Ave., Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-1529
Web: www.logoncafe.net
Admission: $5 Door
Original Rock & Blues. Mo Pair, Russell Clepper & Jimmy George opens with an 8 p.m. Americana concert.
May 28, 2005
May 28 - 30
AFA Memorial Day Tournament
Contact: Tommy Voss
Ford Fields, 5115 IH-10 South, Beaumont
Phone: 409 794-9994 or 409 951-5400
Web: www.fordparktx.com
May 28, 2005
May 28 - Sept. 5
Coastal Conservation Association Texas 2005 STAR (State of Texas Angler's Rodeo)
Phone: 713 626-STAR (713 626-7827)
Web: www.ccatexas.org
Admission: CCA Members 17 and under fish STAR for free.
1 million in prizes and scholarships including 20 boats, five trucks and an early bird drawing for a Harley Davidson Fat Boy.
May 28, 2005
May 28 - 29
Festival of Wines
Texas Maritime Museum, Rockport
Phone: 361 729-1271
Offers wine tasting, entertainment, cooking demonstrations and more.
May 28, 2005
Frontier Day Annual Cook-Off & concert continues
May 28, 2005
May 28 - 29
Galveston Ballet
Phone: 409 765-1894
May 28, 2005
Music on the Plaza at Portofino continues
May 28, 2005
May 28 - 30
Salt Water Anglers League Fishing Rodeo
Contact: Stan Armstrong
Headquaters on Pleasure Island, Port Arthur / Lake Sabine
Phone: 409 722-0865 or 409 735-4488
Web: www.portarthurtexas.com/index.cfm
Event features gulf and bluewater fishing tournament with prizes, a boat and recreation show and street dance.
May 28, 2005
Scott McGill
Madison's, 4020 Dowlen (next to Hobby Lobby), Beaumont
Phone: 409 924-9777
E-mail: MadisonsOfTexas@aol.com
May 28, 2005
Spindletop Arabian Horse Show continues
May 28, 2005
Spring Repertory Program continues
May 29, 2005
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May 29, 2005
7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Spindletop Arabian Horse Show continues
Fairpark Coliseum, on Gulf Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435
May 29, 2005
2 p.m.
Tribute to Orange County Veterans
Contact: Ron Emmert
Heritage Veterans Memorial Plaza (on Orange First Church of the Nazarene grounds), 3810 M.L.King Drive, Orange
Phone: 409 735-4556 or 409 883-4674
E-mail: cvb@orangetexas.net
Web: www.ofcnazarene.com/veteransmemorial
The Heritage Veteran Memorial Plaza Committee invites veterans, their families, and the public to attend the service. Program includes the Orange Community Band, color guard, choir, and words from Rev. Harland Merriam.
Annual
May 29, 2005
AFA Memorial Day Tournament continues
May 29, 2005
Festival of Wines continues
May 29, 2005
Frontier Day Annual Cook-Off & concert continues
May 29, 2005
Galveston Ballet continues
May 29, 2005
OCP Young People's Theatre Workshop continues
May 29, 2005
Salt Water Anglers League Fishing Rodeo continues
May 29, 2005
Spring Repertory Program continues
May 30, 2005
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May 30, 2005
Memorial Day (traditional)
Annual. Same date each year.
May 30, 2005
Memorial Day
Send a free e-card from Hallmark.
Federal legal public holiday. National holiday observed by state employees.
Annual, Est. 1943. Occurs on observed date.
May 30, 2005
AFA Memorial Day Tournament continues
May 30, 2005
Frontier Day Annual Cook-Off & concert continues
May 30, 2005
Memorial Day service
Golden Triangle Veterans Memorial Park, Port Arthur
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Members of the Sons of Confederate Veterans Walter P. Lane Camp fire canon salutes during Memorial Day services at the Golden Triangle Veterans Memorial Park in Port Arthur on Monday, May 30, 2005. Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day and was established as the date for the nation to place flowers upon the graves of the Civil War's dead. Fallen combatants from both the Union and Confederate sides were honored on this date.
May 30, 2005
Salt Water Anglers League Fishing Rodeo continues
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May 31, 2005
Republic Day in South Africa
Annual. Same date each year.
May 31, 2005
Lee Pelly Acoustic concert
Madison's, 4020 Dowlen (next to Hobby Lobby), Beaumont
Phone: 409 924-9777
E-mail: MadisonsOfTexas@aol.com
Admission: No cover.
Every Tuesday $2 drinks with live, local, unplugged music.
