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June 01, 2005
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June 01, 2005
7 p.m.
Company D Dance Recital
Julie Rogers Theatre, 801 Pearl St, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435 ext. 1
Admission: Reserved Seating is $5 for adults.
June 01, 2005
"Little Seahawks" Theater Camp
Phone: 409 984-6416
Admission: $50 tuition includes refreshments, t-shirt, souvenir script and two tickets to the performance. Registration is required.
The camp, wich is open to around 50 children, will culminate with a presentation of Disney's "101 Dalmations."
Lamar State College-Port Arthur and Port Arthur Little Theatre sponsor.
June 02, 2005
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June 02, 2005
June 2 - 4 at 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Golden Triangle Football Camp
Contact: Coach Donald Stowers
Central High School Athletic Complex, 88 Jaguar Dr., Beaumont
Phone: 409 785-3403
The Football Camp is for youths in grades 3 through 8. Breakfast and lunch is provided. Camp will include group drills, individual drills, test and evaluations.
This event is open to the public.
Central High School sponsors
June 02, 2005
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Babysitting workshop
1295 Pearl St., Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-8461
Admission: $3 (lunch not provided). Registration deadline is May 31.
Attendees learn about babysitting as well as get information and tips on starting a babysitting business.
Texas Cooperative Extension sponsors.
June 02, 2005
Founding of the Republic Day in Italy
Annual. Same date each year.
June 03, 2005
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June 03, 2005
7 p.m. to midnight
Hurricane Party
Contact: American Red Cross - Jefferson County
Harvest Club, 2600 Gulf Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-1644
Admission: Tickets are $50 for individual, tables of 10 start at $500. Please call for reservations. The event will benefit disaster in Jasper, Jefferson, Hardin, and Tyler counties.
The Red Cross honors this year's Hurricane, Joe Penland, Sr., for his dedication to Southeast Texas. Music provided by the New Orleans band, Coffee.
17th Annual
June 03, 2005
7:30 p.m.
Nelly and the St. Lunatics concert
Adriene Tanamachi, Ford Park marketing manager
Ford Arena, 5115 IH-10 S., Beaumont
Phone: 409 951-5400
E-mail: atanamachi@fordparktx.com
Web: www.fordparktx.com
Admission: Tickets are $41 and $51 (includes taxes facility and parking fees) at the Ford Arena box office.
June 03, 2005
June 3 - 11
Crosby Fair and Rodeo
Contact: Luther Brady
Crosby Fairgrounds, FM 2100, Crosby in Northeast Harris County
Phone: 281 328-2113
Web: www.crosbyfairandrodeo.net
Activities include a county fair, cowboy poetry, rodeo, carnival, commercial activities
The Crosby Fair and Rodeo is an official PRCA sanctioned event featuring top Nashville entertainers. The fair features many activities for children.
Crosby Fair and Rodeo Association sponsors.
Annual
June 04, 2005
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June 04, 2005
Free Fishing Day
For one day, everyone can fish or crab anywhere without a license.
The Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge is offering demonstrations and workshops for everyone. The activities run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
State of Texas sponsors.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Terry Perio (standing) and Dixie Perio (sitting) of Dayton take advantage of the State of Texas free fishing day at the Trinity River near the I-10 bridge on Saturday, June 4, 2005.
June 04, 2005
8 a.m. shotgun start.
"Tee Off for the Teacherage" benefit golf tournament
Contact: Bridge City Chamber of Commerce
Sunset Grove Country Club, 2900 Sunset, Orange 77630
Phone: 409 735-5671 or 409 883-9454 (club)
E-mail: chamber@exp.net
Web: www.cityofbridgecity.org
Admission: The four-person scramble costs $50 per person. Price includes green fees, carts if needed, food and drinks as well as prizes for almost everyone. Proceeds benefit the Bridge City Historical Museum.
Annual, Est. 2003
June 04, 2005
June 4 - 5 at 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Lotus Garden Tour
Buu Mon Buddhist Temple 2701 procter ,P.A. TX
Phone: 409 658-0919
Event features a plant sale, garden viewing, conversations with plant experts, Vietnamese cultural entertainment and more. We will celebrate Vesak (the Buddha's birthday)
Annual, Est. 1999
June 04, 2005
11:30 a.m.
"Go Wild.......Read!" grand celebration
Library, Lucy Stifiel Gallery, 4615 9th Ave, Port Arthur
Phone: 409 985-8838 ext. 37
Admission: Free.
Beginning June 1st students will begin reading and recording books for prizes. Everyone is invited to a grand celebration.
Event is for all students and is designed to encourage students to get registered and to stress the importance of literacy and reading throughout the summer months.
June 04, 2005
Noon
Crawfish Festival
Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church, 3390 Sarah Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 842-1577
Admission: Tickets are $10 presale and $12 at the door.
Event features Jack and Billy Poullard. Bring lawn chairs, but no ice chests are allowed.
June 04, 2005
6 to 9 p.m.
Artwalk
Historic Strand District, Galveston
Phone: 409 763-2403
Web site: www.galvestoncvb.com
Wine stroll takes people through art galleries, antique shops, designer clothing stores and exclusive boutiques.
ArtWalk occurs approximately every six weeks. It's not a street festival. ArtWalk takes place in existing commercial galleries, non-profit arts spaces and what are called "other walls," restaurants and retail stores. Each exhibits art and welcomes viewers
It promotes visual art and artists, offers alternative places to see and learn about art and hopes to bring newcomers, as well as welcome return visitors to the art community on the island.
June 04, 2005
7 p.m.
The Landry Dance Recital
Julie Rogers Theatre, 801 Pearl St, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435
June 04, 2005
AIA Sandcastle Competition
Contact: Codi
East Beach, Galveston
Phone: 713 520-0155 or 888 GAL-ISLE
E-mail: codi@aiahouston.org
Web: www.aiasandcastle.com
Admission: $7 per vehicle
Teams have months to plan their themes, but only eight hours to complete the project from 10 cubic yards of sand.
The finished products must only include sand.
Event features more than 17 categories including The Golden Bucket (1 st place) to Stars and Stripes (most patriotic theme) to Public Favorite.
Annual, Est. 1987
American Institute of Architects sponsors.
June 04, 2005
Children's Miracle Network Telethon
Contact: Emily Sonier
Parkdale Mall, Beaumont
Phone: 409 983-5065
Annual, Est. 1988.
Web site: www.cmn.org
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VaShayla LaFleur poses for a portrait with some of her daily medications at her home in Beaumont on Tuesday, May 31, 2005. LaFleur has sickle cell anemia and was formerly chosen as a Miracle Child by the Children's Miracle Network.
LaFleur recently graduated from Ozen High School defying doctor predictions that she would die by age 15.
June 05, 2005
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June 05, 2005
Constitution Day in Denmark
Annual. Same date each year.
June 05, 2005
Lotus Garden Tour continues
June 05, 2005
World Environment Day
U.N. member nations observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
June 06, 2005
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June 06, 2005
Jun 6 - Jul 1
ArtVentures Summer Camp (Creative Kids 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
June 06, 2005
Flag Day in Sweden
Annual. Same date each year.
June 06, 2005
Memorial Day in Korea
Annual. Same date each year.
June 07, 2005
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June 07, 2005
June 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28 and July 1 at 9 to 10:15 a.m.
Junior golf camp
Contact: Don Keen, PGA professional
Bayou Din Golf Club, 8537 LaBelle Road, Beaumont
Phone: 409 796-1327
Admission: $199 includes 8 instructional sessions, a participation gift and skill competition. Class size is limited to maintain 5-to-1 student/teacher ratio.
Camp is for boys and girls ages 7 to 16. Participants are divided into age groups and/or skill level.
June 07, 2005
June 7 - July 26 at 9:30 to 2 p.m.
Camp Lookinback
Contact: Linda Purves
The John J. French Museum, Beaumont
Phone: 409 898-0348
E-mail: jjfrench@sbcglobal.net
Admission: $30 per day.
Students entering 1st thru 5th grades can take part in a summer history camp with a look back at the 1800's. Lots of crafts and hands on experiences are planned. Students may choose from one to eight individual sessions. Each has a different theme.
June 07, 2005
"LU-llaby of Broadway - XIII"
Lamar University, Beaumont
Annual.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Wynelle Guidry performs "Le Jazz Hot" during the LU-llaby of Broadway - XIII at Lamar University in Beaumont on Tuesday, June 7, 2005.
June 07, 2005
National Hunger Awareness Day
Contact: Steve Hanson
Phone: 409 962-1938
Southeast Texas Food Bank sponsors.
June 08, 2005
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June 08, 2005
Muhammad's Birthday
Indonesia observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
June 09, 2005
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June 09, 2005
Crosby Fair and Rodeo continues
Entertainment features F. Co and Cooder Graw.
June 10, 2005
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June 10, 2005
June 10 - 11 at 4 p.m.
Basketball tournament
Silsbee Middle School, 1140 Texas 327 East, Silsbee
Phone: 409 385-5574, ext. 123 or 409 385-5574, ext. 111
Admission: $200 per team.
Participants should be either high school or AAU teams. Three games are guaranteed per team.
Silsbee Basketball Booster Club sponsors.
June 10, 2005
7:30 p.m.
The Godfather
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
June 10, 2005
June 10 - July 7
Celtic Tree Month of Oak begins
Learn more
Annual. Same dates each year based on the druidic lunar calendar.
June 10, 2005
Co-Ed Softball Tournament
Contact: Tracy Ingram
Vidor girls softball field, 500 Orange St., Vidor
Phone: 409 768-8998
Admission: Cost is $100 per team.
Vidor Girls Softball sponsors.
June 10, 2005
Crosby Fair and Rodeo continues
Entertainment features Trent Willmon and Kevin Fowler.
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June 10, 2005
Portugal Day
Portugal observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
June 11, 2005
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June 11, 2005
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Summerfest
Contact: Edwina L. Lewis
Courthouse Square, Newton
Phone: 409 379-5527
E-mail: chamber@newton-texas.com
Web: www.newton-texas.com
Event features food, crafts, live entertainment, patriotic parade.
Parade begins at 2 p.m.
Annual, Est. 2001. Held the 2nd Saturday in June.
June 11, 2005
9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Plumeria Sale Clear Lake
Contact: Eulas Stafford
Bay Area Community Center, 5002 NASA Road 1, Seabrook
Phone: 713 946-9175
The Plumeria Society of America, Inc sponsors.
June 11, 2005
Noon
Bowl-a-Thon
Park Central Bowl, 9th Ave., Port Arthur
Phone: 409 833-3860
Event aims to raise money for Junior Achievement and the children of the Golden Triangle. Bowlers receive a chance to win a 2005 VW Beetle for every $100 raised.
Junior Achievement of the Golden Triangle sponsors.
June 11, 2005
3:15 p.m.
The Godfather
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
June 11, 2005
5:30 p.m.
South Texas Wrestling
Munro's Community Room, 301 M.L.K., Beaumont
Web: www.southtexaswrestling.com
Admission: Free admission.
See wrestlers in action such as STW Heavyweight Champ Dax Jones, "Cowboy" Randy Wells, Maniaco, Big Money VEGA$, Venom and many others. Two title belts will be on the line. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with an opening bell of 6:00. Concessions will be availabl
June 11, 2005
7:05 p.m.
Beaumont Drillers vs Corpus Christi Indoor Football
Ford Park Arena, 5115 IH-10 South, Beaumont
Phone: 409 951-5400
Web: www.getdrilled.com
Admission: $10 & $18
June 11, 2005
7:30 p.m.
The Godfather – Part II
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
June 11, 2005
8:30 - 10:30 p.m. weather permitting
Nighttime Alligator Count and Marsh Tour
Contact: Jim Sutherlin
J.D. Murphree Wildlife Management Area, 10 Parks & Wildlife Dr., Port Arthur 77640
Phone: 409 736- 2551 ext. 23 or 25. 409 736-2551
Web: www.tpwd.state.tx.us/wma/find_a_wma/list/?id=40
Admission: Annual Public Hunting Permit or Limited Public Use Permit and reservations required.
Let's go spotlighting. Take a boat trip down five miles of the best alligator habitat in Texas and census the alligators the same way we do.
June 11, 2005
June 11 - 12
Big Sam Boating and Fishing Expo & Duke Energy Open Crappie Tournament
Contact: Gerri Lawing
Lake Sam Rayburn
Phone: 409 383-6120
Web: www.fishingworld.com/SamRayburnPavilion
Event held in conjunction with the National Boating and Fishing Week. Event features the new Umphrey Family Pavilion, which will serve as a convention center for fishing tournaments and more. All proceeds from the expo go toward maintaining the building,
The Lake Sam Rayburn Pavilion Association partnered with Duke Energy’s Open Crappie Tournament on Saturday, June 11. The Crappie Tournament is a fund-raising event for local charities, including C.A.S.T. for Kids, and is a family event. The tournament fea
There will be plenty for everyone to do including exhibits and music throughout the day.
Jasper / Lake Sam Rayburn Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors.
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Many organized bass tournaments take place on Lake Sam Rayburn.
June 11, 2005
Bringin' Back Memories Car Show
Contact: Bill Linker
Crockett Street Entertainment District, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-2508
Admission: Early Registration fee is $20, by mail, and $25, day of show.
Open car show. First, second & third place awards in 10 different classes, along with at least seven other special awards. First 50 entries receive a dash plaque & goody bag. DJ, 50/50 pot, lots of door prizes. Early Registration fee is $20, by mail, an
The Best Years Senior Center of Beaumont sponsors.
Annual, Est. 2004.
June 11, 2005
Crosby Fair and Rodeo continues
Entertainment features Jon Wolfe and Dierks Bentley.
June 11, 2005
Jun 11 - 12, 2005
Dog Days of Summer Baseball Tournament
Adriene Tanamachi, Ford Park marketing manager
Ford Fields, 5115 IH-10 S., Beaumont
Phone: 409 951-5400
E-mail: atanamachi@fordparktx.com
Web: www.fordparktx.com
June 11, 2005
World Bowl XIII
Düsseldorf, Germany.
Web: www.nfl.com
June 12, 2005
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June 12, 2005
Big Sam Boating and Fishing Expo continues
June 12, 2005
Dog Days of Summer Baseball Tournament continues
June 12, 2005
Independence Day in the Philippines
Annual. Same date each year.
June 12, 2005
Republic Day in the Commonwealth of Independent States
Annual. Same date each year.
June 13, 2005
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June 13, 2005
Basketball camp
Silsbee High School, 415 West Avenue N., Silsbee
Phone: 409 385-5574, ext. 123, 409 893-5392 or 409 866-4810
Admission: $75 per person with discounts available.
Camp is for boys and girls ages 5-14.
June 14, 2005
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June 14, 2005
Flag Day
U.S.A.
Annual. Same date each year.
June 15, 2005
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June 15, 2005
NFL Free agent deadline
Contact: National Football League
Web: www.nfl.com
Deadline for old clubs to withdraw original qualifying offer to unsigned restricted free agents and still retain exclusive negotiating rights by substituting tender of 110 percent of previous year's salary.
Annual.
June 16, 2005
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June 16, 2005
Soweto Day
U.N. member nations observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
June 17, 2005
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June 17, 2005
June 16 - 17. Starts at 2 p.m.
Juneteenth Hip-Hop Celebration
KZWA-FM, Vibe 1053
Lake Charles Civic Center, Lake Charles, La.
Phone: 337 491-9955
Food, drinks, arts and craft vendors 2-4 p.m. - KZWA work the runway fashion extreme "Hip-Hop Wear, Athletic Wear, Formal Wear and more." 4:30 p.m. - BBQ cook out featuring the hottest BBQ chef's in Louisiana and Texas 7 p.m. - Scarface Concert with Lil W
June 17, 2005
5:30 p.m.
Opening Reception for "Revelations & Reflections of American Self-Taught Artists"
Contact: Janna Fulbright
Art Museum of Southeast Texas (AMSET), 500 Main, downtown Beaumont
Phone: 409-832-3432
E-mail: info@amset.org
Web: www.amset.org
Admission: Reception is free, $25 dinner (with reservation).
Spirituality is represented as a central theme in art by both well-known and up-and-coming artists.
Exhibit continues June 18 - Aug. 14, 2005. Regular hours: M-F: 9am-5pm, Sat: 10am-5pm, Sun: Noon-5pm, closed major holidays
June 17, 2005
6 p.m.
Juneteenth Celebration
Jefferson Theatre, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-5483 x1
Admission: Tickets are $50 for reception (6 p.m.) and screening (7:30 p.m.). Screening only is $15.
One Church One Child will honor the 25th Anniversary of the national nonprofit organization by the same name. Founded by Father George Clements, the organization recruits, trains and support families and individuals who desire to adopt or foster children.
Event will also feature a golf tournament earlier in the day at The Brentwood Country Club, 4201 South Major, Beaumont.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
The Rev. George Clements (left) and Louis Gossett Jr. (right) applaud a speaker during a press conference at the Hotel Elegante in Beaumont Thursday, June 16, 2004. They are in town in honor of the One Church One Child 25th anniversary. Planned events of the "Juneteenth Celebration" include a movie viewing of "The Father Clements Story," which stars Gossett, and a golf tournament.
June 17, 2005
6:30 p.m.
Juneteenth Celebration pageant and banquet
Contact: Dr. Willie Brown
Mt. Olive Missionary Church, Jasper
Phone: 409 383-5461
Web: www.jaspercoc.org
Sen. Alma Allen is the guest speaker.
June 17, 2005
June 17 - 18 at 7 p.m.
"The French Runaway Bride" Dinner Theater
Contact: Darlene Chodzinski or any staff member
Heritage Hall, 2985 French Road (next door to the John Jay French Museum)
Phone: 409 898-0348
E-mail: jjfrench@sbcglobal.net
Web: www.jjfrench.com
Admission: cost is $35 per person, which includes appetizers, drinks, a full dinner and the play. Ample parking is available. Reservations required. Proceeds benefit Heritage Society educational programs.
An historical fiction comedy of errors, the play includes audience participation and a meal.
French Trading Post Players present.
June 17, 2005
7:05 p.m.
Beaumont Drillers vs Montgomery Maulers Indoor Football
Ford Park Arena, 5115 IH-10 South, Beaumont
Phone: 409 951-5400
Web: www.getdrilled.com
Admission: $10 & $18
June 17, 2005
June 17 - 19, 2005
AFA Region 2 Tournament
Adriene Tanamachi, Ford Park marketing manager
Ford Fields, 5115 IH-10 S., Beaumont
Phone: 409 951-5400
E-mail: atanamachi@fordparktx.com
Web: www.fordparktx.com
June 17, 2005
June 17 - 19
East Texas Chopper Guys Motorcycle Rally
Contact: Bubbles
Sawmill Town USA Motorcycle Campground, 2 miles West of Newton on Hwy 190
Phone: 409 379-3851
E-mail: sawmilltownusa@inu.net
Web: www.newton-texas.com/special_announcements/index.htm
Admission: $25 per person, children under 12 are free. Run pins for the first 300 registrations. $5 discount for members of TMRA2, TMRA, AMA, ABATE or anyone riding a Cushman Motorscooter. Benefits the Texas Motorcycle Rights Association.
Event features food, relaxation, entertainment, events and some cool choppers. Event also features a bike show on the Historic Newton County Courthouse Square. Newton is proud to be "Biker Friendly" and welcomes all bikers and guests for this annual even
"DJ Doc provides music all weekend. Bert Wills performs Saturday night. 1st Bike Out at 9 a.m. Bike Show at noon on Saturday hosted by Skip Gipson, a noted painter and fabricator. Games start at 2 p.m. in Sawmill Town with trophies and prizes.
Annual, Est. 2000
June 18, 2005
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June 18, 2005
8 a.m.
Giant Garage Sale
Contact: Janice Stewart
Robert A. Bowers Civic Center, 3401 Cultural Center Drive, Port Arthur
Phone: 409 985-8801
E-mail: civiccenter@portarthur.net
Web site: www.portarthurtexas.com
June 18, 2005
9 a.m.
Babineaux Family Foundation Golf Tournament
Contact: Eric Amsted, EO Sports Management
Palms at Pleasure Island, 1901 T. B. Ellison Pkwy., Port Arthur
Phone: 409 984-5000 or 281 898-1898
E-mail: eosports2@yahoo.com
Shotgun start at 9 a.m. Breakfast and lunch is served. Event features a silent auction which includes items from sponsors and signed footballs, a signed jersey, signed hats and an all expense paid trip to Seattle to see the Atlanta Falcons vs. Seattle Sea
The deadline for registration is June 10, 2005.
The Babineaux Family Foundation sponsors.
Annual, Est. 2005.
June 18, 2005
5 p.m.
Charlotte's Web (animated)
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
June 18, 2005
6 p.m.
Bill Pickett International Rodeo
Contact: Lu Vason, Producer
Fairpark Coliseum, Beaumont Fairgrounds on Gulf Street, Beaumont
Phone: 303 373-1246
E-mail: luvason@billpickettrodeo.com
Web: billpickettrodeo.com
Admission: $8 for adults and $5 for children.
The rodeo is named for the cowboy who invented the art of bulldogging.
See related story.
Annual tour, Est 1985
Tyree Kossie rides a bull during the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo 2005 at Fairpark Coliseum in Beaumont on Saturday, June 18, 2005. The rodeo also included a Juneteenth trail ride and zydeco dance.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
June 18, 2005
7:30 p.m.
The Wizard of Oz
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
June 18, 2005
AFA Region 2 Tournament continues
June 18, 2005
Juneteenth Blow Out
Riverfront Park, 701 Main Street, Beaumont (behind the Beaumont Civic Center)
Phone: 409 880-3163 Ext. 3163, 800 392-4401 or 409 880-3749
E-mail: rleverett@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web site: www.beaumontcvb.com
Annual.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Ironesha Harrison, 10, (left) points out something to her mother Elizabeth Harrison of Beaumont (right) during the Juneteenth Blow Out at Riverfront Park in downtown Beaumont Saturday, June 18, 2005. Elizabeth Harrison said the event was their traditional first day out of the summer, and they like to match their clothes for the event.
June 18, 2005
Juneteenth Celebration
Contact: Dr. Willie Brown
Sandy Creek Park, Jasper
Phone: 409 383-5461
Web: www.jaspercoc.org
Event features activities for the whole family. There's a parade, arts and crafts, health issue and diversity training, bingo, dominos, fishing, music, and food. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. A fireworks caps the day.
June 19, 2005
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June 19, 2005
Father's Day
Send a free e-card from Hallmark.
Annual, celebrated the 3rd Sunday in June.
June 19, 2005
Juneteenth / Emancipation Day (Texas)
State holiday in Texas.
Emancipation Celebration: Juneteenth Activities
Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation freed the slaves January 1, 1863.
Unfortunately, Texas slaves were still hard at work in the fields over two years later when Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston to spread the news.
This event is celebrated annually with pageants, parades, carnivals and sporting events.
Annual. Same date each year.
June 19, 2005
8 a.m.
T-Gator Triathlon Series
Contact: Lake Charles Triathletes, Inc.
Sam Houston Jones State Park, Lake Charles, La.
Phone: 337 433-9266
Web: www.lakecharlestriathletes.com
Admission: $20 for advanced registration, $25 on race day.
Tri #2: 500m swim/13 mile bike/2 mile run
June 19, 2005
Noon
BBQ Chicken for Youth Ministry
Parking lot of St. Pius X Church, corner of Lucas and Bigner Rd.
Phone: 409 892-3316
St. Pius X Youth Ministry will be selling whole BBQ Chicken-hot off the pit. The "tasty bird" will cost $7 and can only be purchased by ticket no later than Sunday, June 19, after 11:00 am Mass or through the parish office. All proceeds will help provide
June 19, 2005
AFA Region 2 Tournament continues
June 19, 2005
Juneteenth Celebration
Downtown area, Port Arthur
Phone: 409 983-6944
Family, community and cultural celebration. Event includes pageants, art, exhibits, lectures, parade, park activities and church services.
Annual.
June 20, 2005
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June 20, 2005
Flag Day in Argentina
Annual. Same date each year.
June 20, 2005
June 20 - 24
Lamar Summer Theatre Camp
Contact: Camp Director Randall Wheatley
Lamar University, Beaumont.
Phone: 409 880-8154
The camp is for all junior high and high school students. The focus of the camp is both instruction and performance. All classes are taught by Lamar University Theatre faculty and staff. Students can learn and play with theatre professional. The deadline
Lamar Theatre presents.
June 21, 2005
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June 21, 2005
Litha / Midsummer
First day of summer.
Annual. Date changes each year based on solstice.
June 22, 2005
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June 23, 2005
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June 23, 2005
June 23 - 26 at 7:30 p.m. each night, weekend matinees at 2:30 p.m.
"101 Dalmatians for Kids" theater program
Contact: Bobby Summers
Lamar Lecture Hall, 1700 Lakeshore Drive, Lamar-Port Arthur campus.
Phone: 409 984-6111
E-mail: Bobby.Summers@lamarpa.edu
Admission: Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 senior citizens and students, and $5 for pre-kindergarten children. Reservations requested.
More than 60 young thespians (ages 4 to 15) attended the combined Lamar State College-Port Arthur and Port Arthur Little Theatre "Little Seahawks" Theater Camp and will present the musical.
June 24, 2005
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June 24, 2005
10 a.m. to noon
Enviro-Kids summer camp
Contact: Shannon Leigh Harris
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
Phone: (409) 984-6444 or (409) 984-6453.
E-mail: Shannon.Harris@lamarpa.edu
Web: museum.lamarpa.edu/enviro-kids.html
Admission: Free program for 3rd, 4th and 5th-grade students in the Port Arthur ISD.
Enviro-Kids fish at Walter Umphrey State Park.
The programs goal is to expose the students to the outdoors in an effort to develop an appreciation for nature and an awareness of stewardship.
Port Arthur Historical Society sponsors.
June 24, 2005
7 p.m.
The Four Tops
Julie Rogers Theatre, 801 Pearl St, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435 ext. 1
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com
Admission: Reserved seating are $55, $45, $40. Doors open at 7 p.m.
June 24, 2005
7:30 p.m.
The Exorcist (director's cut)
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
June 24, 2005
June 24 - 25
"Whispers in the Wind" program
Heritage Village Museum, U.S. Hwy. 190 W., Woodville 75979
Phone: 409 283-2272 or 800-323-0389 (reservations)
E-mail: info@heritage-village.org
Web: www.heritage-village.org
Admission: $4 for adults and $2 for children under 12
Last two weekends in June. This is an original Outdoor historical drama performed in the middle of the Village. The cast includes Tyler County residents who recreate the story of pioneer East Texas.
June 24, 2005
June 24 - July 3
American Jr. Brahman Association Show
Adriene Tanamachi, Ford Park marketing manager
Ag Barns, Ford Park, 5115 IH-10 S., Beaumont
Phone: 409 951-5400
E-mail: atanamachi@fordparktx.com
Web: www.fordparktx.com
June 24, 2005
Daisy Duke Look-Alike Contest
Wild Bill's, 4120 College St., Beaumont 77707
Phone: 409 840-4449
E-mail: wildbills@gt.rr.com
Web: www.wildbillsbmt.com
Admission: $5 cover for 21 and up. Show is for 18 and up.
Contest winner gets $1,000 in cash and prizes. Contest continues each Friday.
June 24, 2005
St. Jean Day
Quebec
Annual. Same date each year
June 25, 2005
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June 25, 2005
June 25 - 26 at 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Allbreed & Household Pet Cat Show
Contact: Mark Pennington
VFW Hall Highway 87 North (one mile from I-10), Orange
Phone: 281 461-3516
E-mail: mystre@houston.rr.com
Admission: Adults are $6; Children (6 thru 12) are $4; Children 5 & under are free. Sr. Citizens (older than 60 are $4. Bring a can of cat food to be given to a local Shelter and receive $1 discount.
Orange Blossom Cat Club sponsors.
Annual, Est 2005.
June 25, 2005
9 a.m.
National Best of Photojournalism Day and awards program
Contact: San Antonio chairperson Anita Baca of the San Antonio Express-News
Crowne Plaza Hotel, downtown San Antonio
E-mail: abaca@express-news.net
Web: www.nppa.org
Admission: Online registration for the full event is $75 (professional members), $95 (non-members), $45 (stud
The day includes educational workshops, speakers, break-out workshops, and a BOP awards dinner.
Educational workshop speakers scheduled to appear include Jim Gehrz, Corky Scholl, Doug Burgess, Scott Mc Kiernan, and a presentation by Eric Kehe. Other speakers include Brian Weister, Andrea Bruce Woodall, Santiago Lyon and Greg Smith.
The BOP awards banquet starts Saturday at 7 p.m.
June 25, 2005
June 25 - 27, 2005 at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
USSSA 11U State Baseball Tournament
Morgan Walker, tournament director, or Adriene Tanamachi, Ford Park marketing manager
Ford Fields, 5115 IH-10 S., Beaumont
Phone: 409 951-5400
E-mail: atanamachi@fordparktx.com
Web: www.fordparktx.com
Admission: $3 for adults; $1 for kids 2-12 & seniors. Kids under 2 are free.
United States Specialty Sports Association 11U State Baseball Tournament features around 40 teams of kids 11 and under coming from across Texas. All but one registered team will travel into the area for the games.
June 25, 2005
1 p.m.
RockFest '77 concert and movie filming
Lamar University Stadium, Beaumont
E-mail: info@eventsnow.com
Web: www.eventsnow.com
Admission: $15 (includes taxes, facility and parking fees). To be a movie extra you must dress in 1970s attire.
Event features performances by tribute bands: Satisfaction (Rolling Stones), Hell’s Bells (AC-DC), Zoso (Led Zeppelin), and Us and Them (Pink Floyd). They will recreate the stadium tours of 1977 as well as perform material from later years. All audience m
June 25, 2005
2 - 3 p.m. checkin
Texas Redfish Tournament Series
Contact: Scot Simmons
West Bay Marina21706 Burnet Street (6019 Sea Isle), Galveston (Venue changed from Bolivar Peninisula due to TXDOT ferry concerns.)
Phone: 210 385-3333 , Marina 409 737-3636
E-mail: office@redfishseries.com
Web: www.redfishseries.com
Admission: $30 per team member.
Series features one-day tournaments, two-person teams, artificial lures only, wade-fishing allowed, live weigh-in and release, more than $90K in prizes in 2005, payout to 20 percent of the field. Championship held at end of series.
June 25, 2005
4 p.m.
The Exorcist (director's cut)
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
June 25, 2005
7:05 p.m.
Beaumont Drillers at Odessa Indoor Football
June 25, 2005
7:30 p.m.
The Shining
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
June 25, 2005
Gulf Coast Jam postponed to 9/3/05
June 25, 2005
Johnny Winter Concert
Robert A. Bowers Civic Center, 3401 Cultural Center Drive, Port Arthur
Phone: 409 985-8801
June 26, 2005
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June 26, 2005
Allbreed & Household Pet Cat Show continues
June 26, 2005
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
USSSA 11U State Baseball Tournament continues
June 27, 2005
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June 27, 2005
10 a.m. to noon
Enviro-Kids summer camp
Contact: Shannon Leigh Harris
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
Phone: (409) 984-6444 or (409) 984-6453.
E-mail: Shannon.Harris@lamarpa.edu
Web: museum.lamarpa.edu/enviro-kids.html
Admission: Free program for 3rd, 4th and 5th-grade students in the Port Arthur ISD.
Enviro-Kids take a nature hike at Village Creek State Park
The programs goal is to expose the students to the outdoors in an effort to develop an appreciation for nature and an awareness of stewardship.
Port Arthur Historical Society sponsors.
June 27, 2005
June 27 - July 1
Fire Safety Summer Camp
Fire Museum of Texas, 400 Walnut, Beaumont
Phone: 409 880-3927
E-mail: firemuseum@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.firemuseumoftexas.org
Camp is for 4-6 year olds
Beaumont Professional Firefighters Local #399 sponsors.
June 27, 2005
10 a.m.
USSSA 11U State Baseball Tournament continues
Championship games at noon.
June 28, 2005
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June 28, 2005
10 a.m. to noon
Enviro-Kids summer camp
Contact: Shannon Leigh Harris
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
Phone: (409) 984-6444 or (409) 984-6453.
E-mail: Shannon.Harris@lamarpa.edu
Web: museum.lamarpa.edu/enviro-kids.html
Admission: Free program for 3rd, 4th and 5th-grade students in the Port Arthur ISD.
Enviro-Kids climb rocks at the Museum of the Gulf Coast
The programs goal is to expose the students to the outdoors in an effort to develop an appreciation for nature and an awareness of stewardship.
Port Arthur Historical Society sponsors.
June 29, 2005
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June 29, 2005
Feast of Saints Peter and Paul
Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Italy, Peru, Spain, Vatican City, and Venezuela observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
June 30, 2005
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June 30, 2005
10 a.m. to noon
Enviro-Kids summer camp
Contact: Shannon Leigh Harris
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
Phone: (409) 984-6444 or (409) 984-6453.
E-mail: Shannon.Harris@lamarpa.edu
Web: museum.lamarpa.edu/enviro-kids.html
Admission: Free program for 3rd, 4th and 5th-grade students in the Port Arthur ISD.
Enviro-Kids sail at Port Arthur Yacht Club.
The programs goal is to expose the students to the outdoors in an effort to develop an appreciation for nature and an awareness of stewardship.
Port Arthur Historical Society sponsors.
June 30, 2005
Chris Johnson & Cheap Whiskey concert
Wild Bill's, 4120 College St., Beaumont 77707
Phone: 409 840-4449
E-mail: wildbills@gt.rr.com
Web: www.wildbillsbmt.com
Admission: $5 cover for 21 and up. Show is for 18 and up.
