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July 01, 2005
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Friday
July 01, 2005
Bank Holiday
Taiwan observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
July 01, 2005
Dominion Day in Canada
Send a free e-card from Hallmark.
Also called "Canada Day" in Canada
Annual. Same date each year.
July 01, 2005
Half-year Holiday
Hong Kong observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
July 02, 2005
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Saturday
July 02, 2005
8 a.m.
Gulf Coast Volleyball Association tournament
Contact: E-mail: Vic Clifford, GCVA president and tournament director
Stewart Beach, 6th and Seawall Blvd., Galveston
Phone: 832 928-4120, 409 797-5182, 409 797-5182 (beach mgr.) or 866 505-4456
E-mail: gcva@juno.com
Web: www.gcva.net
Admission: Parking $7 per vehicle, $14 for oversize vehicles. Registration required to compete.
Teams participating in the volleyball tournament Saturday will compete for a spot in the Texas Volleyball Championship in Houston on July 4.
Play starts at 8:30 a.m. Park hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
July 02, 2005
10 a.m.
Fourth of July Parade
Rosenberg Street and Santa Fe Place on The Strand to 21st Street, south to Postoffice Street, west to 23rd Streeet and south to Sealy Street, Galveston
Phone: 409 744-4545
July 02, 2005
3 to 9 p.m.
104 KRBE Cool Taste of Summer Party Series & $1004 bikini contest finals
East Beach, 1923 Boddeker Dr., Galveston 77550
Phone: 409 762-EAST or 888 425-4753
E-mail: allenflores@hotmail.com
Web: www.galveston.com/eastbeach
Admission: Beach Bash are $7 in advance or $10 at the gate. Parking is $7 per car.
Music will be provided by the Arc Angels and others to be announced. The event is scheduled for 3 to 9 p.m.
Drinking is legal on East Beach. East Beach has a pavilion, restrooms, showers, food, video games and gifts. Chairs and umbrellas are available for rent on weekends May thru August. Park hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The patio beach bar/band scene is open on weekend afternoons May thru August.
DJ on the Deck each Saturday at 2 p.m.
July 02, 2005
4 p.m.
Independence Day Celebration
Contact: Debbie Foster, KJAS Radio
Sandy Creek Park on Marvin Hancock Drive, Jasper
Phone: 409 384-2626
E-mail: dfoster@kjas.com
Web: www.kjas.com
Admission: Entry to the park is free. However, donations are appreciated for the privately funded event.
Games and festivities begin at 4 p.m. The fireworks show begins at 9 p.m.
Events include a dunking booth, duck derby, water slide, face painting, balloon animals, temporary tattoos, putt-putt golf, food vendors and special entertainment by the Boogie Kings from Louisiana.
Annual, Est. 1975. Held on July 4 or the weekend prior if 4th falls on a weekday.
July 02, 2005
HoPeSc community fireworks display
Contact: Don Maxwell
1178 CR 143, Liberty 77575
Phone: 936 334-8092
E-mail: pegasus12162@yahoo.com
Web: www.geocities.com/HoPeScgroup
Admission: Free parking. Donations are welcome and needed; but not demanded. This event is free to the community. Free camping, bring T/P for your family.
Fireworks are stored and gathered throughout the year for a twice a year show. No, Saturday is not a pro show. But, it's cool with the drumming and food and such.
Kids are welcome. Please bring covered dishes for the Saturday feast. Bring your drums and libations.
Feel free to bring extra fireworks and toss them on the table. For safety reasons, there are only two pyrotechnical experts each year.
Annual. Est. 2001.
HoPeSc is a drug-free; kid-friendly zone. Drinking is OK (check keys when you park).
House of Pagan Eclectic Spirituality Church (HoPeSc) sponsors.
July 02, 2005
July 2 - 24
Tour de France
Noirmoutier-En-L'ile, France
Web: www.letour.fr
Annual.
July 04, 2005
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Monday
July 04, 2005
U.S. Independence Day
Send a free e-card from Hallmark.
Annual.
July 04, 2005
9 a.m.
Calder Place Star Spangled Fourth of July Parade
BISD Administration parking lot, 3395 North St., to Lucas Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-0197
Participants can non-motorized transportation and line up at 8:30 a.m. Refreshments are provided after the parade along with recognition for the "Best Decorated in Category."
Annual. Est. 2005.
Madison Foreman; 6; of Beaumont offers to pet a dog before the 1st Annual Calder Place Star Spangled 4th of July Parade at the BISD Administration building in Beaumont on Monday; July 4; 2005. Everyone received participation awards and special prizes were awarded by category for decorations.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
July 04, 2005
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
4th of July Celebration at Central Park
Central Park, 640 S 4th St, Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 409 790-9442
There will be food and live music, including a mariachi band and folkloric dancers. A contest will feature zydeco, Cajun, Spanish and country western dancing.
Gladiola, a community non-profit group, sponsors.
Dereca Garrett, 7, carries Nakahia Donald, 1, through the splash fountains at Central Park in Beaumont during the 4th of July Celebration at Central Park on Monday, July 4, 2005.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
July 04, 2005
Brentwood Country Club 54-Hole Blowout
Brentwood Country Club, Beaumont
Annual 
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Pro golfer Michael Arnaud fights his way out of a bunker during the Fourth Annual Brentwood Country Club 54-Hole Blowout at Brentwood Country Club in Beaumont on Monday, July 4, 2005. He won the tournament.
July 04, 2005
2 to 10 p.m.
Baytown July 4th Celebration
Contact: Kylie M. Duchie, Superintendent of Recreation
Bicentennial Park, 1001 Market Street, Baytown
Phone: 281 420-6593 or 281 420-6597 (location)
E-mail: kylie.duchie@baytown.org
Web: www.baytown.org
Admission: Free. Bring lawn chairs and sun screen.
Event features a day of activities for the entire family with food, arts and crafts, vendors, and local business exhibits. A children’s amusement area features game booths, a petting zoo, a kiddie train, a fish pond (with real fish), inflatable bounce hou
Blake Shelton headlines the evening’s entertainment. Daylight entertainment includes DJ Music, as well as performances by local acts including Granger Smith, Bayou Big Band, Lee College Concert Band, and The Coastliners. Fireworks conclude the evening.
Baytown Parks and Recreation Department sponsors.
Annual. Est. 1975.
July 04, 2005
2 to 5 p.m.
Forth of July Concert
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park, Jasper
Phone: 409 384-5231
Local talent entertains with a variety of musical styles, including patriotic songs. Participate in a horseshoe pitching contest, decorate and race a sailboat, or bring a bicycle and decorate it for the Patriotic Parade.
July 04, 2005
2 p.m.
Party 104.9 Hip Hop party / concert
East Beach, 1923 Boddeker Dr., Galveston 77550
Phone: 409 762-EAST or 888 425-4753
E-mail: allenflores@hotmail.com
Web: www.galveston.com/eastbeach
Admission: Parking is $7 per vehicle, $14 for oversize vehicles.
Drinking is legal on East Beach. East Beach has a pavilion, restrooms, showers, food, video games and gifts. Chairs and umbrellas are available for rent on weekends May thru August. Park hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The patio beach bar/band scene is open on weekend afternoons May thru August.
July 04, 2005
4 p.m.
Fourth of July Family Fun Fest
First United Methodist Church, 701 Calder at Pearl Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 981-7856, 409 866-1517 or 409 832-0295
There will be free games for children, food and more, including fireworks at the end of the evening. Bring lawn chairs.
July 04, 2005
5 p.m.
July 4th Celebration
Contact: Stephanie Molina
Riverfront Park, Downtown Beaumont
Phone: 409 880-3749
E-mail: smolina@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumontcvb.com
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the food and music. Foods such as barbecue, boudain, hot dogs, pork kabobs, funnel cakes, cotton candy, popcorn, snow cones, and ice cream will be available along with cool beverages. Food and drinks will be available.
Festivities begin at 5 p.m. with "Jazz Innovators." The Symphony of Southeast Texas will perform a program. During the "The Star Spangled Banner" the 80th Flying Training Wing of Sheppard AFB in Wichita Falls will perform a flyover with two AT-38B aircrafts.
The evening concludes with a fireworks display accompanied by patriotic music.
The City of Beaumont sponsors.
Annual.
Beaumont residents and guests watch the city's fireworks display from both Riverfront Park and the Neches River on Monday, July 4, 2005.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
July 04, 2005
5:30 p.m.
Freedom Fest
downtown Orange
Phone: 409 883-3571
Festivities include live music, food booths, a classic car show and more. The USS Orleck will fire its aft gun at 8:30 p.m. A fireworks show will begin about 9 p.m.
Pam Scales Crew of Orange displays her patriotism in front of the USS Orleck during Freedom Fest in Orange on Monday, July 4, 2005.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
July 04, 2005
6 p.m.
Red, White, Blue and You
Contact: SWLA CVB
Lake Charles Civic Center
Phone: 337 436-9588
Web: www.visitlakecharles.org
Parade starts at 6 p.m. on Mill Street in downtown Lake Charles and heads south on Ryan to Sallier Street. A salute to the armed forces and entertainment follows at 7 p.m. in the Outdoor Pavilion. The evening concludes with a fireworks extravaganza at 9 p
Annual, Est. 1993
July 04, 2005
7:30 p.m.
Fourth of July Celebration
Alvin Community College
Phone: 281 331-4299
Patriotic concert is followed with a fireworks display at 9 p.m.
July 04, 2005
7:30 p.m.
Independence Day Celebration
Contact: Bobby Summers or Carol Wommack
Carl Parker Center, Lamar State College - Port Arthur Campus, 1800 Lakeshore Drive, Port Arthur
Phone: 409 984-6342 or 409 984-6101
E-mail: pacvb@portarthurtexas.com
Web: www.portarthurtexas.com/july.cfm
Parking is available around the Parker Center, the Lamar Lecture Hall and the new Performing Arts Center.
Features chorus groups, patriotic music and fireworks.
The fireworks display will begin around 9 p.m.
Everyone is encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs, soft drinks and a picnic meal. No alcohol is permitted on the Lamar-Port Arthur campus.
Annual, Est. 1999
July 04, 2005
9:15 p.m.
Fireworks Display
Contact: Cathy Veniegas, special events coordinator
Galveston Seawall at 37th Street, Galveston
Phone: 888 425-4753, 866 505-4456 or 409 797-5157
Web: www.galveston.com
Event features a 20-minute fireworks display overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.
The fireworks show will start at 9:15 p.m.
The show can be seen as far east as 14th Street and Seawall Boulevard, and as far west as 103rd Street and Seawall Boulevard. To accommodate pedestrian traffic on Seawall Boulevard, the city will halt parking on that street at 5 p.m. and begin rerouting c
In case of rain, the fireworks display will take place the next evening, Tuesday, July 5 at 9:15 p.m..
July 04, 2005
“Red, White and Blue” parade
Contact: Kylie M. Duchie, Superintendent of Recreation
Market Street and Lee Drive, Baytown
Phone: 281 420-6593 or 281 420-6597 (location)
E-mail: kylie.duchie@baytown.org
Web: www.baytown.org
Admission: Registration required to participate in the parade. Call 281 420-6597 for more information.
Event features floats, military vehicles, decorated cars as well as local dance and cheer groups.
Annual.
July 04, 2005
Fireworks
Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah
Phone: 281 334-9880 or 877 285-3624
Web: www.kemahboardwalk.com
View fireworks shot from a barge in Galveston Bay.
July 04, 2005
Fourth of July at Miller Outdoor Theatre
Hermann Park, Houston
Phone: 713 555-9753
Web: www.milleroutdoortheatre.org
Houston Symphony continues its celebration with fireworks and Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture accompanied by a dramatic 16-cannon salute.
Annual.
July 04, 2005
July 4th Celebration
Contact: Community Services Department
Stevenson Park and Centennial Park, Friendswood
Phone: 281 996-3220 or 281 482-3329
E-mail: fwdchmber@swbell.net
Web: www.friendswood-chamber.com
Celebrate with a parade, crafts, food and entertainment at Stevenson Park. Enjoy fireworks, drinks and entertainment at Centennial Park. Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. with FAB 5 headlining. A fireworks display will begin about 9:20 p.m.
Annual. Est. 1896
July 04, 2005
Red, White & Blue Parade, Kid Fest & Fireworks
Livingston
Phone: 936 327-3656
July 04, 2005
Rock the Dock concert series
Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah
Phone: 281 334-9880 or 877 285-3624
Web: www.kemahboardwalk.com
July 04, 2005
The Freedom Over Texas Festival
Eleanor Tinsley park, Houston
Phone: 713 555-9753
Web: www.festivalsofhouston.com
July 4 downtown celebration features live entertainment, food booths and a world-famous fireworks display.
Annual.
July 05, 2005
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Tuesday
July 05, 2005
July 5 – 21 at 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Rao's Bakery Bake Camp
Rao's Bakery, 2986 Calder Avenue, Beaumont TX
Phone: 409 832-4342
Web: www.raosbakery.com/bakecamp.asp
Admission: $40 per child, per class
Classes are offered for two age groups: 5 - 8 years-old and 9 - 12 years-old
Classes offer two different half-day camps for three weeks in July (5-21). Classes are held each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 1 to 4:30 p.m.
July 07, 2005
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Thursday
July 07, 2005
6:30 p.m.
Hardin County Hurricane Response Meeting
Lumberton High School cafeteria, 103 N. LHS Drive (U.S. 69), Lumberton
Officials from Hardin, Jasper, Jefferson, Newton and Tyler counties will be available to answer questions about storm preparation and evacuations.
July 07, 2005
6:30 p.m.
Scottish Summer Supper Party
Contact: Scottish Society of Southeast Texas
Gladys City Museum, Lamar University, Beaumont
Phone: 409 898-4986
Admission: $9. Reservations deadline is July 5.
July 07, 2005
July 7 - 9
Trinity basketball camp
Cathedral Christian High School, 8200 Texas 105, Beaumont.
Phone: 409 838-2545 or 409 504-4368
Admission: $135 per child. Camp is for children ages 8 to 16.
Trinity Church sponsors.
July 08, 2005
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Friday
July 08, 2005
11:45 a.m.
"Sweet Sounds of Life" luncheon
Holiday Inn Park Central, 2929 Jimmy Johnson Blvd., Port Arthur
Phone: 409 962-5437
Admission: $11. Reservation deadline is July 6.
Guest speaker will be Debbie Roux.
July 08, 2005
7:30 p.m.
"Monty Python & the Holy Grail" classic movie series
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
July 08, 2005
July 8 - Aug. 4
Celtic Tree Month of Holly begins
Learn more
Annual. Same dates each year based on the druidic lunar calendar.
July 08, 2005
Trinity basketball camp continues
July 08, 2005
July 8 -10, 2005
TXAFA State 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
Softball players and parents listen to game delay instructions as lightning flashes nearby during the TXAFA State Tournament at Ford Park in Beaumont on Friday, June 8, 2005.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
July 09, 2005
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Saturday
July 09, 2005
8:30 a.m.
Peoples' Choice Car Show 2005
Contact: Gordon Jones
Foundry United Methodist Church, 8350 Jones Rd., Houston TX
Phone: 713 703-2436
E-mail: scoutjones@sbcglobal.net
Admission: Free T-shirts and goodie bags are given to the first 30 cars. Concession stand and car wash are available. Awards given in seven classes plus best of show. Arrive early for maximum votes. Bring your early- or late-model car or truck.
Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. Awards presented at 1:30 p.m.
Event benefits the Sea Scout Ship 502 in Houston Texas (Sam Houston Area Council, BSA).
Annual, Est. 2005.
July 09, 2005
9 a.m.
Spindletop Stitchers of Beaumont summer workshop
Contact:
St. Jude's Catholic Church, 6825 Gladys St., Beaumont
Admission: $15. Attendees are asked to bring scissors and sewing supplies.
Guests will include Holly Ortiz and Carroll Munson.
Annual.
July 09, 2005
1 p.m.
Crockett Street Classic-Bodybuilding Competition
Jefferson Theatre, Beaumont
Phone: 409 718-8089
Web: www.susanlowery.com
Admission: Cost is $15 for Preliminaries, $30 for the Finals, or $35 for Both.
Preliminaries begin at 1 p.m. Finals are scheduled to begin at 6:30pm
Divisions are: Men and Women, Professional (Prize money), Teenager, Novice, Open, Masters, Women-figure.
Athletes are required to have a five year, drug free polygraph exam. Call 954 344-8410 for applications or NGA membership card.
National Gym Association sponsors.
July 09, 2005
1 p.m.
Todd Falcon skateboard and concert tour
Contact: Christopher Barry, skate park volunteer coordinator
Police Activities League's Five-O Skate Park, 770 S. Gourth St., Beaumont
Phone: 713 806-0749 or 409 833-2940
Admission: $5 to skate and $10 to enter competitions.
Skate park opens at 1 p.m. Novice competition begins at 4 p.m. Falcon demo and Stage Dive concert at 5 p.m. Advanced competition at 6 p.m. Skate park closes at 8 p.m.
Falcon is a legend in the skateboarding industry. He has appeared in numerous demos around the country, taught skate camps and starred in several skate videos. He is best known for inventing original tricks and variations. His original trick "The Falcon S
Falcon and his Houston-based band are touring to promote his full-length DVD "Call to Fly" and his forthcoming album "And then There's a Rose."
Miles Watson, 11, of Beaumont performs tricks at the Police Activities League's Five-O Skate Park in Beaumont on Saturday, July 9, 2005.
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July 09, 2005
2 p.m.
Magazine Band concert
East Beach, 1923 Boddeker Dr., Galveston 77550
Phone: 409 762-EAST or 888 425-4753
E-mail: allenflores@hotmail.com
Web: www.galveston.com/eastbeach
Admission: Parking is $7 per vehicle, $14 for oversize vehicles.
Drinking is legal on East Beach. East Beach has a pavilion, restrooms, showers, food, video games and gifts. Chairs and umbrellas are available for rent on weekends May thru August. Park hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The patio beach bar/band scene is open on weekend afternoons May thru August.
DJ on the Deck each Saturday at 2 p.m.
July 09, 2005
8 p.m.
Ishmali Center Celebration
Robert A. Bowers Civic Center, 3401 Cultural Center Drive, Port Arthur
Phone: 409 985-8801
E-mail: pacvb@portarthurtexas.com
Web: www.portarthurtexas.com
July 09, 2005
Independence Day in Argentina
Annual. Same date each year.
July 09, 2005
July 9 - 10
Texas INT League Amateur Tour Hosts Wakeboarding Tournament
Contact: Eddie Valverde, state coordinator
SETx Wakeboarding Lake, Beaumont, TX
Phone: 281 543-1598
E-mail: texas@intleague.com
The Texas INT tour features grassroots wakeboarding and wakeskating. The double-header event includes semi-pro competition.
July 09, 2005
Trinity basketball camp continues
July 09, 2005
TXAFA State Tournament continues
July 10, 2005
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Sunday
July 10, 2005
2 p.m.
Lineup Band concert
East Beach, 1923 Boddeker Dr., Galveston 77550
Phone: 409 762-EAST or 888 425-4753
E-mail: allenflores@hotmail.com
Web: www.galveston.com/eastbeach
Admission: Parking is $7 per vehicle, $14 for oversize vehicles.
Drinking is legal on East Beach. East Beach has a pavilion, restrooms, showers, food, video games and gifts. Chairs and umbrellas are available for rent on weekends May thru August. Park hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The patio beach bar/band scene is open on weekend afternoons May thru August.
Sunday Band on the Sand at 2 p.m.
July 10, 2005
Bon (Feast of Fortune)
Japan observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
July 10, 2005
Texas INT League Amateur Tour Hosts Wakeboarding Tournament continues
July 10, 2005
TXAFA State Tournament continues
July 11, 2005
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Monday
July 11, 2005
July 11 - 15
Fire Safety Summer Camp
Fire Museum of Texas, Beaumont
Web: www.firemuseumoftexas.org
July 11, 2005
Rock the Dock concert series
Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah
Phone: 281 334-9880 or 877 285-3624
Web: www.kemahboardwalk.com
July 11, 2005
July 11 - 17, 2005
USSSA World Series
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
July 12, 2005
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Tuesday
July 12, 2005
6 to 9 p.m.
Small Business Pre-venture Workshop
Nederland EDC Office, 1901 Atlanta, Nederland.
Phone: 409 984-6531
Admission: Free, although reservations are required.
Consultant Contrad Cooper will lead the workshop covering business plans, funding and other information
Lamar State College-Port Arthur's Small Business Development Center sponsors.
July 12, 2005
7 p.m.
Guest Night for Sweet Adelines
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 23rd Street and Gladys Avenue, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-5860, 409 735-6079 or 409 727-7870
Admission: Free. All women who love to sing are invited.
Greater Sabine Chorus of Sweet Adelines International sponsors.
July 12, 2005
Orangemen's Day
Northern Ireland observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
July 12, 2005
USSSA World Series continues
July 13, 2005
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Wednesday
July 13, 2005
July 13 - 18
"The Music Man"
Miller Outdoor Theatre
Phone: 713 558-2600
Web: www.tuts.com
Part of the Theatre Under the Stars series.
July 13, 2005
USSSA World Series continues
July 14, 2005
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Thursday
July 14, 2005
6 p.m.
Watering Seeds benefit reception and concert
Contact: Brady Mazzola, Watering Seeds co-founder and former Southeast Texas resident
Antone's, 240 Crockett Street, Beaumont, Texas 77701
Phone: 409 833-9113 (location)
E-mail: BAMazzola@wateringseeds.org
Web: www.wateringseeds.com
Admission: Reception tickets are $20. Concert tickets are $7 at the door for those 18 and older. All income goes to the Watering Seeds Organization.
Reception is from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Austin-based rock group Vallejo will perform from 9 p.m. to midnight.
Watering Seeds is a national outreach organization which provides sports wheelchairs and funding for people in need. They also provide this help to disabled soldiers returning home from overseas.
July 14, 2005
Bastille Day
France observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
July 14, 2005
Cory Morrow with Aaron Watson concert
Wild Bill's, 4120 College St., Beaumont 77707
Phone: 409 840-4449
E-mail: wildbills@gt.rr.com
Web: www.wildbillsbmt.com
Admission: $8 cover for 21 and up. Show is for 18 and up.
July 14, 2005
USSSA World Series continues
July 15, 2005
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Friday
July 15, 2005
5 p.m.
"It’s All About Me!" members' art contest for kids deadline
Contact: Janna Fulbright
Art Museum of Southeast Texas, 500 Main St., Beaumont TX
Phone: 409 832-3432
E-mail: info@amset.org
Web: www.amset.org
Admission: One entry per child. Entrant must be an AMSET member. Family Membership is $35 per year.
Make art that tells us all about you. Each age category will win prizes and a t-shirt featuring their own artwork.
Age categories are 6 & under, 7-9, 10-12
Awards will be presented at the next Free Family Arts Day on Saturday, August 6 (Awards: Noon).
July 15, 2005
July 15 - 16 at 7 p.m. with a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday.
KID-munity Summer 2005 "Grease"
Contact: BCP
Julie Rogers Theatre, 765 Pearl St (at Forsythe), Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 409 842-4664
Web: www.beaumontcommunityplayers.com
Directed by Jerry McMillan
Grades 8-12
July 15, 2005
7:30 p.m.
"Beaches" classic movie series
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
July 15, 2005
8 p.m. to about 3 a.m.
"Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" release party
Barnes & Noble Booksellers Parkdale Mall, 4155 Dowlen Road, Beaumont TX 77706
July 15, 2005
8 p.m.
Joan Rivers performance
Harrah's Casino and Hotel, I-10, Lake Charles LA
Phone: 800 HARRAHS
Web: www.harrahs.com
Admission: Tickets start at $35.
July 15, 2005
8:30 to 10:00 p.m.
Night Hike at the Big Thicket
Contact: Big Thicket
Big Thicket National Preserve, Highway 69 and FM 420, Kountze TX
Phone: 409 951-6725
Web: www.nps.gov/bith/
Bring a flashlight and discover the faces behind the moody voices and the staring eyes of Big Thicket's nocturnal animals during a leisurely walk with park rangers. Appropriate for ages 8 and up. Bring a flashlight and insect repellant. Wear shoes or boot
Meet at the Kirby Nature Trail, eight miles north of Kountze on Highway 69 and two miles east on FM 420.
July 15, 2005
9 p.m.
"Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" release party
Books-A-Million Parkdale Mall, 6155 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont TX 77706
July 15, 2005
10 p.m.
"Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" release party
Wal-Mart, 4145 North Dowlen Road, Beaumont TX 77706
July 15, 2005
July 15 - Sep. 25
"Bill Traylor, William Edmondson & the Modernist Impulse"
The Menil Collection
Phone: 713 525-9400
Web: www.menil.org
Exhibition includes approximately 80 works from across the country - about 50 drawings and paintings by Traylor and 25 sculptures by Edmondson. Artworks are accompanied by photographs of the artists at work.
July 15, 2005
July 15 - 17
Christian Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses
Contact: Felix S. Martinez
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435 or 713 817-1914
E-mail: felixm1914@netzero.net
The theme for the 2005 Jehovah's Witness Convention is "Obedience to God." The educational conference is open to the general public. Each weekend a different group of people from various locations will attend.
July 15, 2005
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Katie Awards contest entries accepted
Contact: Elizabeth Albanese, The Bond Buyer
Phone: 214 653-1395
E-mail: Elizabeth@katieawards.com
Web: www.katieawards.com
Admission: Expect $55 per entry.
Annual. Entries due around mid-July.
July 15, 2005
July 15 - 16
Sheriff Posse Rodeo
Contact: Harry Corbett or Becky Rodent
Hwy 105 at the Sheriff Posse Arena, Orange
Phone: 409 886-3297 or 409 886-2638
E-mail: cvb@orangetexas.net
Annual.
July 15, 2005
July 15 - 16
Sheriff's Posse Rodeo
Contact: Harry Corbett or Becky Rodent
Hwy 105 at the Sheriff Posse Arena, Orange
Phone: 409 886-3297 or 409 886-2638
Annual, usually the 3rd week of July
July 15, 2005
St. Swithin's Day
For forty days it will remain,
St. Swithin's day,
If thou be fair,
For forty days 'twill rain no more”
Annual. Same date each year.
July 15, 2005
July 15 - 17
Texas Amateur Federation 12-Under State Tournament
Contact: Lou Cappi
Beaumont Athletic Complex, 950 Langham Road, Beaumont TX
Phone: 409 838-3613
July 15, 2005
USSSA World Series continues
July 16, 2005
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July 16, 2005
12:01 a.m.
"Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" released
Web: www.mugglenet.com
The sixth installment of the Harry Potter series will be celebrated at Harry Potter parties throughout the country.
July 16, 2005
7:45 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Floating the Forks
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Phone: 409 384-5231
Admission: Reservations required
Event is a guided canoe trip.
July 16, 2005
July 16 - 17 on Sat. 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Cajun Food and Music Festival
Contact: festival office
Burton Coliseum, 7001 Gulf Hwy., Lake Charles, La.
Phone: 337 494-0018 or 337 477-4752
Web: www.visitlakecharles.org
Admission: $5 per person, children under 12 are free.
Burton Coliseum jumps with Cajun sounds. Savory Cajun specialties like jambalaya, gumbo, etouffée, and more are in the gumbo pot along with Cajun spices that have pleased taste buds for centuries. Other festival highlights include raffles, arts and crafts
Featured performers include Ellis Vanicor & Laccassine Playboys at 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Joe Simon & Louisiana Cajun Noon Dance Troupe Performance at 1 to 1:30 p.m., Amateur Accordion Contest at 2 to 3:30 p.m., Jackie Callier & the Cajun Cousins at 2:30
Lake Charles Chapter of the Cajun French Music Association presents.
Annual, Est 1998
July 16, 2005
9 a.m.
"Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" release party
Books-A-Million Parkdale Mall, 6155 Eastex Freeway, Beaumont TX 77706
July 16, 2005
9 to 11 a.m.
Kid's Wilderness Survival
Contact: Big Thicket
Big Thicket National Preserve, Highway 69 and FM 420, Kountze, TX
Phone: 409 951-6725
Web: www.nps.gov/bith/
Survival is the art of staying alive ...even for kids under 10 years old. A park ranger will teach kids and their parents what to do if a child becomes lost in the woods using simple tricks that children can do and understand. All ages welcome.
Meet at the Big Thicket Visitor Center, eight miles north of Kountze at the corner of U.S. 69 and FM 420.
July 16, 2005
9 a.m.
TaeKwonDo Plus Competition
Contact: Wayne Mathews, TaeKwonDo Plus
7763 9th Ave, Port Arthur 77642
Phone: 409 724-6668
E-mail: tplus@gt.rr.com
Web: www.portarthurtexas.com
July 16, 2005
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Junior Interpreter Guide Day
McFaddin-Ward House, 1906 McFaddin, Beaumont TX
Phone: 409 832-2134
Web: www.mcfaddin-ward.org
Admission: Free and open to the public
Join the McFaddin-Ward House and the museum's 2005 Junior Interpreters for a museum open house. Event features tours of the museum, carriage house and grounds. The Junior Interpreters will lead tours of the McFaddin-Ward House, and carriage house and fami
July 16, 2005
2 p.m.
Doubleought Band concert
East Beach, 1923 Boddeker Dr., Galveston 77550
Phone: 409 762-EAST or 888 425-4753
E-mail: allenflores@hotmail.com
Web: www.galveston.com/eastbeach
Admission: Parking is $7 per vehicle, $14 for oversize vehicles.
Drinking is legal on East Beach. East Beach has a pavilion, restrooms, showers, food, video games and gifts. Chairs and umbrellas are available for rent on weekends May thru August. Park hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The patio beach bar/band scene is open on weekend afternoons May thru August.
DJ on the Deck each Saturday at 2 p.m.
July 16, 2005
4 p.m.
Cajun Zydeco Jamm Fest 2005
Contact: Adriene Tanamachi, marketing manager
Ford Arena, 5115 IH-10 South Beaumont TX 77705
Phone: 409 951-5400
E-mail: atanamachi@fordparktx.com
Web: www.fordparktx.com
Admission: Ticket prices are $12 in advance and $15 day of show. The first 500 tickets sold cost only $10. All seats are general admission; and ticket prices include taxes, parking and facility fee. Gates will open at 3 p.m.
Due to chances of rain, the event has been moved inside the arena.
The fest features regional music including Wayne Toups, J. Paul Jr. & the Zydeco NuBreedz, Big Redd & the Zydeco Playas, The Jazz Innovators, Robert Frith, FOCUS, the Kaiser Brothers, and more.
The event also features the 1st Annual Zydeco Showdown, rides and games for the kids, vendor booths and tables with lots of items for sale, a local talent showcase, and a Cajun dance competition.
BASF presents the event produced by Venture Event Management Group in conjunction with Sparkle Entertainment to benefit CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children) and the Charlton Pollard Neighborhood Association.
Annual. Est. 2005
Brian Jack of Brian Jack & the Zydeco Gamblers from Dayton works the accordion during the inaugural Cajun Zydeco Jamm Fest at Ford Arena in Beaumont on Saturday, July 16, 2005.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
July 16, 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.
Monthly event.
July 16, 2005
7:30 p.m.
"The Bridges of Madison County" classic movie series
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
July 16, 2005
7:30 p.m.
Swamp Pop Boogie Blues Concert
Robert A. "Bob" Bowers Civic Center, 3401 Cultural Center Dr., Port Arthur.
Phone: 409 722-3699
Web site: www.portarthur.net
Admission: Advance tickets are $18, or $22 at the door. Children 12 and younger admitted free with parents
The concert features the Fabulous Boogie Kings with Jerry LaCroix, Duane Yates and John Smith and the Cypress Band with Warren Storm and Willie Tee. Special guests are Tommy McLain and T.K. Hulin.
Triangle Concers sponsors the Bookie Kings production.
July 16, 2005
Christian Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses continues
July 16, 2005
Sheriff's Posse Rodeo continues
July 16, 2005
Texas Amateur Federation 12-Under State Tournament continues
July 16, 2005
USSSA World Series continues
July 17, 2005
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Sunday
July 17, 2005
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cajun Food and Music Festival continues
Featured performers include Richard LeBouef & Two Step at 8 to 9 a.m., French Mass with French Choir at 9:30 to 11 a.m., Phil Menard & Louisiana Travelers at 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mack Manual & Lake Charles Rambles at 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Ron Miller & Midn
July 17, 2005
2 p.m.
Lineup Band concert
East Beach, 1923 Boddeker Dr., Galveston 77550
Phone: 409 762-EAST or 888 425-4753
E-mail: allenflores@hotmail.com
Web: www.galveston.com/eastbeach
Admission: Parking is $7 per vehicle, $14 for oversize vehicles.
Drinking is legal on East Beach. East Beach has a pavilion, restrooms, showers, food, video games and gifts. Chairs and umbrellas are available for rent on weekends May thru August. Park hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The patio beach bar/band scene is open on weekend afternoons May thru August.
Sunday Band on the Sand at 2 p.m.
July 17, 2005
2 to 2:30 p.m.
NASTRYK - The Peanut 400
Logan's Road House, 3509 Gerstner Memorial Pkwy, Lake Charles 70605
Phone: 337 562-2005
Web: www.bbbs.swla.net
Admission: The cost is $100 per team, which is $25 per person.
The NASTRYK Peanut 400 is an adult tricycle race which benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana. Each race consists of a four-member team with each team member making a loop around the track.
Big Brothers Big Sisters sponsors.
July 17, 2005
Christian Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses continues
July 17, 2005
Constitution Day in Korea
Annual. Same date each year.
July 17, 2005
Texas Amateur Federation 12-Under State Tournament continues
July 17, 2005
USSSA World Series continues
July 18, 2005
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Monday
July 18, 2005
National Day in Spain
Annual. Same date each year.
July 18, 2005
Rock the Dock concert series
Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah
Phone: 281 334-9880 or 877 285-3624
Web: www.kemahboardwalk.com
July 19, 2005
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Tuesday
July 19, 2005
7 to 9 p.m.
"Passion Fruit: Alchemy Of The Egg" reception
Contact: Karen Ingwersson
easy's Tapas & Martinis, 2325 Calder (between 7th & 8th), Beaumont
Phone: 409 832-2600
E-mail:
Web: www.easysonline.com
Admission: Reception is free and open to public.
The solo exhibition of albumen photographs by Stephen Moore includes an artist’s talk 8 p.m. The exhibit continues through September 12, 2005. To view Moore’s works, see www.alchemyphotography.com.
July 20, 2005
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Wednesday
July 20, 2005
Independence Day in Colombia
Annual. Same date each year.
July 21, 2005
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Thursday
July 21, 2005
July 21 - 23 at 9 a.m. to noon
Big Thicket Kid's Camp
Contact: Big Thicket
Big Thicket National Preserve, Highway 69 and FM 420, Kountze, TX
Phone: 409 951-6725
Web: www.nps.gov/bith/
Admission: Reservations required.
Young nature lovers can spend three mornings learning about Big Thicket National Preserve. Rangers will lead activities, crafts, and investigations about the plants, animals, history and ecology of Big Thicket. Open to children entering 1st to 6th grades.
Meet at the Big Thicket Visitor Center, eight miles north of Kountze at the corner of U.S. 69 and FM 420.
July 21, 2005
9:30 to 11 a.m.
HiSTORYtime pre-K program
Contact: Shannon Leigh Harris
The Museum of the Gulf Coast, 700 Proctor St, Port Arthur TX 77640
Phone: (409) 984-6444 or (409) 984-6453.
E-mail: Shannon.Harris@lamarpa.edu
Web: museum.lamarpa.edu/enviro-kids.html
Admission: Programs are free for children ages 3-6 accompanied by a parent or guardian. Pre-registration is required.
HiSTORYtime is an interactive reading program hosted by the Museum of the Gulf Coast. The program introduces children to the heritage of the Gulf Coast region through exhibit tours; hands-on activities and storybook readings.
The first session focuses on pioneers with a tour of the Museum’s replica of the Sparks Settlement Cabin and hands-on activities such as butter churning and corn shelling.
Port Arthur Historical Society sponsors.
July 21, 2005
National Holiday in Belgium
Annual. Same dates each year.
July 21, 2005
Zona Jones concert
Wild Bill's, 4120 College St., Beaumont 77707
Phone: 409 840-4449
E-mail: wildbills@gt.rr.com
Web: www.wildbillsbmt.com
Admission: $6 cover for 21 and up. Show is for 18 and up.
July 22, 2005
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Friday
July 22, 2005
3 p.m. (CST)
NFL signing period ends
Contact: National Football League
Web: www.nfl.com
Signing period ends at 4 p.m. ET for unrestricted free agents who received June 1 tender.
Annual.
July 22, 2005
July 22 – 24 from 3 p.m. Fri to 5 p.m. Sun
Quota Getaway Lake Retreat
Contact: Becky Tabor
Beachwood I, Toledo Bend TX
Phone: 409 724-7713
E-mail: rnjustld@hotmail.com
Web: www.quotasoutharea.com
Admission: Trip is for members and prospective members. $20 per member for food for the weekend. Members should bring their favorite drink. Members attending are asked to RSVP by July 20. Contact membership chairperson Jane Nielsen at 409 982-3136
Events include relaxation, swimming, fishing and an evening cruising across the lake aboard a party pontoon. Also, the services of a massage therapist are available along with manicures and pedicures for a reasonable price will be available.
Don’t forget to bring your favorite pillow.
Quota International of Southeast Texas sponsors.
July 22, 2005
7:30 p.m.
"Superman" classic movie series (director's cut)
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
July 22, 2005
8 and 10 p.m.
D.L. Hughley concerts
Delta Event Center at Delta Downs, I-10, Exit 4 or 7 North, Vinton LA
Phone: 800 589-7441
Web: deltadowns.com
Admission: $15
July 22, 2005
Big Thicket Kid's Camp continues
July 22, 2005
National Liberation Day in Poland
Annual. Same date each year.
July 23, 2005
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Saturday
July 23, 2005
July 23 - 31, 2005 games start at 10 a.m. each day
AFA National Tournament
Contact: Wayne Gardovsky, national Region II director
Ford Fields, 5115 IH-10 S., Beaumont
Phone: 979 345-6642 or 409 951-5400 (location)
E-mail: afasoftball@afaregion2.com
Web: www.texasafasoftball.com
Admission: Passes for the week are $30 per adult and $15 per senior (55+) & kids (ages 6-10). Daily passes are $10 per adults and $5 per seniors and kids. Children under 5 are free.
American Fastpitch Association 18 & under tournament.
Bracket games begine July 27. Pool championship games are on July 30. Final Four Championship games are on July 31.
A list of the 125 competing teams is on the event's Web site.
July 23, 2005
10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Summer Grace Gospel Festival
Contact: Tonia Pence
Merchant's Parking Lot, Lake Charles
Phone: 337 478-0320
Featured performances include 10 am - noon "old-time" gospel groups will perform; noon - 2 pm will be blue grass gospel groups; 2 - 4 pm church choirs; 4 -6 pm individuals and small groups; 6 - 8 pm a youth worship experience.
There will be food and fun for all ages.
Friends of Families of Southwest Louisiana (FRIENDS) sponsors.
July 23, 2005
2 p.m.
DJ on the Deck
East Beach, 1923 Boddeker Dr., Galveston 77550
Phone: 409 762-EAST or 888 425-4753
E-mail: allenflores@hotmail.com
Web: www.galveston.com/eastbeach
Admission: Parking is $7 per vehicle, $14 for oversize vehicles.
Drinking is legal on East Beach. East Beach has a pavilion, restrooms, showers, food, video games and gifts. Chairs and umbrellas are available for rent on weekends May thru August. Park hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The patio beach bar/band scene is open on weekend afternoons May thru August.
DJ on the Deck each Saturday at 2 p.m.
July 23, 2005
3:45 p.m.
"Superman" classic movie series (director's cut)
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
July 23, 2005
5 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
TASI Non-Stop GrooveFest Benefiting The Art Studio, Inc.
Contact: Greg
The Art Studio, 720 Franklin St., Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 409 838-5393
E-mail: gregb@artstudio.org
Web site: www.artstudio.org
Admission: $10 donation at the door with all proceeds funding Art Studio programs. Donation price includes unlimited keg beer for those 21 years or older with valid I.D.
Scheduled performers include Jason Knox (5 to 5:30 p.m.), Matt Harlan (5:40 to 6:10 p.m.), Ryan Gist Band (6:30 to 7:20 p.m.), Toast and the Family Jam (7:40 to 8:30 p.m.).
Special performers include Stoic (8:50 to 9:40 p.m.), Longtooth (10 to 10:40 p.m.), Molly Maguires (11 to 11:40), Buffalo Blonde (Midnight to 1:30 a.m.)
Between sets D.J. Nate spins tunes. This is a rain or shine event.
Annual
© Mark M. Hancock
Pete Churton plays guitar during a Buffalo Blonde concert at the Logon C@fe in Beaumont on Saturday, May 14, 2005.
July 23, 2005
6 to 11 p.m.
SWLA Press Club Gridiron
Lake Charles Civic Center - main coliseum, Lake Charles
Phone: 337 433-8502
E-mail: gridironshow@yahoo.com
Admission: $60 per ticket or a table of eight for $450.
An annual roasting of politicians, newsmakers and other deserving (or not so deserving) targets. There will be new skits and stage setups.
Advertising & Press Club of SWLA presents.
Annual.
July 23, 2005
7:30 p.m.
"Flash Gordon" classic movie series
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
July 23, 2005
8:30 to 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.
Monthly event.
July 23, 2005
Big Thicket Kid's Camp continues
July 24, 2005
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Sunday
July 24, 2005
Parents Day
Annual. Celebrated on the 4th Sunday in July.
July 24, 2005
AFA National Tournament continues
July 24, 2005
2 p.m.
Mikki & Her Mates from Playboy
East Beach, 1923 Boddeker Dr., Galveston 77550
Phone: 409 762-EAST or 888 425-4753
E-mail: allenflores@hotmail.com
Web: www.galveston.com/eastbeach
Admission: Parking is $7 per vehicle, $14 for oversize vehicles.
$500 Bikini contest at 3 p.m. Thongs are acceptable.
Drinking is legal on East Beach. East Beach has a pavilion, restrooms, showers, food, video games and gifts. Chairs and umbrellas are available for rent on weekends May thru August. Park hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The patio beach bar/band scene is open on weekend afternoons May thru August.
Sunday Band on the Sand at 2 p.m. Lineup Band is the featured band.
July 24, 2005
6:30 to 9 p.m.
Teen Night at Black Cat Lounge
Contact: Wayne Gardovsky, national Region II director
Black Cat Lounge, 236 Crockett St, Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 979 345-6642 or 409 833-1881 (location)
E-mail: afasoftball@afaregion2.com
Web: www.crockettstreet.com/BlackCat or www.texasafasoftball.com
Admission: Free Admission with AFA Badge.
Crockett Street Entertainment for coaches and players ages 12 to 18.
July 24, 2005
Simon Bolivar's Birthday
Ecuador and Venezuela observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
July 25, 2005
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Monday
July 25, 2005
AFA National Tournament continues
July 25, 2005
5 to 9 p.m.
Street Party
Contact: Wayne Gardovsky, national Region II director
Crockett Street Entertainment District, 200 Block of Crockett St, Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 979 345-6642 or 409 832-2944 (location)
E-mail: afasoftball@afaregion2.com
Web: www.crockettstreet.com or www.texasafasoftball.com
Admission: Free family admission with AFA Badge.
Entire family admitted free with AFA badge. Event features street vendors, food, prizes and games for all.
July 25, 2005
Family Night plus Teen Night at the Dixie Dance Hall
Contact: Wayne Gardovsky, national Region II director
Dixie Dance Hall, 234 Crockett St., Beaumont 77701
Phone: 979 345-6642 or 409 833-3090 (location)
E-mail: afasoftball@afaregion2.com
Web: www.crockettstreet.com/Dixie/ or www.texasafasoftball.com
Admission: Free admission with AFA Badge.
Crockett Street Entertainment for coaches and players ages 12 to 18.
July 25, 2005
Rock the Dock concert series
Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah
Phone: 281 334-9880 or 877 285-3624
Web: www.kemahboardwalk.com
July 25, 2005
St. James Day
Spain observes.
Annual. Same date each year.
July 26, 2005
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Tuesday
July 26, 2005
AFA National Tournament continues
July 26, 2005
6 to 9 p.m.
Small Business Pre-venture Workshop
Nederland EDC Office, 1901 Atlanta, Nederland.
Phone: 409 984-6531
Admission: Free, although reservations are required.
Consultant Contrad Cooper will lead the workshop covering business plans, funding and other information
Lamar State College-Port Arthur's Small Business Development Center sponsors.
July 27, 2005
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Wednesday
July 27, 2005
AFA National Tournament continues
July 27, 2005
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
LC-M Back To School Immunization Clinic
Contact: Susan Bayliss, director of health services
Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School Gym, 7327 Hwy 87 North, Orange TX 77632
Phone: 409 886-5821 ext. 1170
E-mail: sbayliss@esc5.net
Web: www.lcmcisd.org
Admission: $10 per visit and the clinic is open to anyone in Orange County who needs immunizations.
Nurses from the UTMB clinic will administer immunizations required for admission to school.
Annual.
July 28, 2005
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Thursday
July 28, 2005
9:30 to 11 a.m.
HiSTORYtime pre-K program
Contact: Shannon Leigh Harris
The Museum of the Gulf Coast, 700 Proctor St, Port Arthur TX 77640
Phone: (409) 984-6444 or (409) 984-6453.
E-mail: Shannon.Harris@lamarpa.edu
Web: museum.lamarpa.edu/enviro-kids.html
Admission: Programs are free for children ages 3-6 accompanied by a parent or guardian. Pre-registration is required.
HiSTORYtime is an interactive reading program hosted by the Museum of the Gulf Coast. The program introduces children to the heritage of the Gulf Coast region through exhibit tours; hands-on activities and storybook readings.
This session focuses on Native Indians.
Port Arthur Historical Society sponsors.
July 28, 2005
AFA National Tournament continues
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Tiffany Ritchie (right) of Texas Connection from Lake Jackson slides safely onto second base past Ashley Waldron of the Houston Jets (left) during the American Fastpitch Association national softball tournament at Ford Fields in Beaumont on Thursday, July 28, 2005.
July 28, 2005
8:30 to 10 p.m.
Night Hike at the Big Thicket
Contact: Big Thicket
Big Thicket National Preserve, Highway 69 and FM 420, Kountze, TX
Phone: 409 951-6725
Web: www.nps.gov/bith/
Bring a flashlight and discover the faces behind the moody voices and the staring eyes of Big Thicket's nocturnal animals during a leisurely walk with park rangers. Appropriate for ages 8 and up. Bring a flashlight and insect repellant. Wear shoes or boot
Meet at the Kirby Nature Trail, eight miles north of Kountze on Highway 69 and two miles east on FM 420.
July 28, 2005
Hispanic Chamber Offers SBA Seminars
Contact: Chamber of Commerce
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Office, 3710 Magnolia Ave Suite 2, Beaumont TX
Phone: 409 839-4880
E-mail: inf@gthcc.org
Web: www.gthcc.org
Admission: Registration required at least one week in advance. There is no charge and materials are supplied.
The Small Business Administration (SBA) presents general business workshops on the following dates: May 24, June 22 and July 28, 2005. All workshops are in Spanish. Workshops educate the community about the different loan programs, community express loans
July 28, 2005
Independence Day in Peru
Annual. Same dates each year.
July 28, 2005
Percy Sledge concert
Wild Bill's, 4120 College St., Beaumont 77707
Phone: 409 840-4449
E-mail: wildbills@gt.rr.com
Web: www.wildbillsbmt.com
Admission: $12 cover for 21 and up. Show is for 18 and up.
July 28, 2005
July 28 - 30
Texas Association for Activity Professionals (TAAP) Annual Education Conference
Contact: Lynn Huckaby
Best Years Senior Center (in auditorium), 780 South Fourth Street
Phone: 409 838-1902
E-mail: Clynnhuck@aol.com
Web: www.ci.beaumont.tx.us
Greater Sabine Area Activity Directors and Social Worker Association hosts.
Annual
July 29, 2005
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Friday
July 29, 2005
AFA National Tournament continues
July 29, 2005
1 p.m.
Ethics Workshop
Family Service Center of Port Arthur, 3747 Doctor's Dr., Port Arthur
Phone: 877-385-3347 or 409 983-4591 (location)
E-mail: kristiv@gtbizclass.com
Web: www.presbies.org/samaritan.html
Admission: $50. Registration required.
Three CEU hours offered for attending this workshop.
Samaritan Counseling Center of Southeast Texas presents.
July 29, 2005
7:30 p.m.
"The Good, The Bad & The Ugly" classic movie series (director's cut)
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
July 29, 2005
July 29 - 30 at 7:30 p.m.
The Bothe-Boudier Review
Contact: BCP
Beaumont Community Players Playhouse, 5515 Phelps Road, Beaumont TX
Phone: 409 842-4664
July 29, 2005
July 29 - 30 at 8 p.m.
Freestyle Motocross
Contact: Adriene Tanamachi, Ford Park marketing manager
Ford arena, 5115 IH-10 South, Beaumont TX 77705
Phone: 409 951-5400
E-mail: atanamachi@fordparktx.com
Web: www.fordparktx.com
Admission: $20 per adult; $8 per child ages 2-12. $22 per adult at the door.
Freestyle Motocross Riders throw their 250cc bikes 35 feet in the air; performing heel clickers; cliff hangers; the superman seat grab and scores of other top tricks. Tricks like the “Kiss of Death;” “Rock Solid;” “9-o-clock Nac-Nac” and many more will be
Eight-time Trials National Champion Jeff Aaron maneuvers his motorcycle over an obstacle course of rocks and logs. “Cannon Lady” Jennifer Snyder blasts herself across the arena.
Saturday night includes a pit party prior to the event from 6 to 7 p.m. The pit party allows fans to meet; get autographs and make photos with riders as well as walk the track.
Doors open at 7 p.m. on Friday and 6 p.m. on Saturday for the Pit Party. Learn more about Freestyle Motocross at www.fmx.cc.com. Clear Channel Entertainment sponsors.
Eric Farr performs stunts during a practice run for the Freestyle Motocross show at Ford Arena in Beaumont on Friday, July 29, 2005.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
July 30, 2005
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Saturday
July 30, 2005
8 a.m.
Church youth benefit car wash
Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, 1165 Interstate 10 E, Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 409 466-5026 or 409 832-0883 (location)
Admission: Cars are $5, trucks and SUV's are $10, detailing done on request.
The Youth Department of Pilgrim Baptist Church sponsors.
July 30, 2005
AFA National Tournament continues
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Keri Burnside (No. 11, right) of the Stockton, Calif. Runnin' Rebels slides safely across home plate as Beaumont Blast's Amanda Hill (No. 12, left) moves for the tag during the American Fastpitch Association national softball tournament at Ford Park in Beaumont on Saturday, July 30, 2005.
July 30, 2005
11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Battle of the Bands 2005
Contact: David Bellow
Boys Haven, 3655 N. Major Dr, Beaumont TX 77713
Phone: 409 656-5128 or 409 866-2400 (location)
E-mail: info@TexasMusicNetwork.net
Web: www.texasmusicnetwork.net
Admission: Day passes are $5.
The best bands perform to win $500 and the center stage at the 9/11 Music Festival. A panel of judges officiates, but fans determine the winner.
Bands start 45 minutes apart in this order: Chrism, Free For All, The Methods, True Story, Jack in the Pulpit, Remnant, 9 Paces West, Given, F.A.B.L.E.D., The Red Airplanes, Speaker, Not Afraid, Remembering December.
Boys' Haven and David Bellow of Texas Music Network present.
Annual. Last Sunday in July.
Josh Barnett of the Beaumont-based Christian rock band Red Airplanes plays guitar during the Battle of the Bands at Boys Haven in Beaumont on Saturday, July 30, 2005.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
July 30, 2005
1 to 3 p.m.
Kid's Wilderness Survival
Contact: Big Thicket
Big Thicket National Preserve, Highway 69 and FM 420, Kountze, TX
Phone: 409 951-6725
Web: www.nps.gov/bith/
Bring a flashlight and discover the faces behind the moody voices and the staring eyes of Big Thicket's nocturnal animals during a leisurely walk with park rangers. Appropriate for ages 8 and up. Bring a flashlight and insect repellant. Wear shoes or boot
Meet at the Kirby Nature Trail, eight miles north of Kountze on Highway 69 and two miles east on FM 420.
July 30, 2005
2 p.m.
Lineup Band concert
East Beach, 1923 Boddeker Dr., Galveston 77550
Phone: 409 762-EAST or 888 425-4753
E-mail: allenflores@hotmail.com
Web: www.galveston.com/eastbeach
Admission: Parking is $7 per vehicle, $14 for oversize vehicles.
Drinking is legal on East Beach. East Beach has a pavilion, restrooms, showers, food, video games and gifts. Chairs and umbrellas are available for rent on weekends May thru August. Park hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The patio beach bar/band scene is open on weekend afternoons May thru August.
DJ on the Deck each Saturday at 2 p.m.
July 30, 2005
3:15 p.m.
"The Good, The Bad & The Ugly" classic movie series (director's cut)
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
July 30, 2005
7:30 p.m.
"The Wild Bunch" classic movie series (director's cut)
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-LIVE (5483)
E-mail: info@jeffersontheatre.org
Web: www.jeffersontheatre.org
July 30, 2005
8 p.m.
Sinbad performance
Isle of Capri Casino & Hotel, I-10, Exit 27, Lake Charles LA
Phone: 800 THE ISLE or 800 843-4753
Web: www.isleofcapricasino.com
Admission: $25 to $40.
July 30, 2005
Freestyle Motocross continues
Toby Whittington performs stunts during a practice run for the Freestyle Motocross show at Ford Arena in Beaumont on Friday, July 29, 2005.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
July 30, 2005
YMBL Saltwater Fishing Tournament
Beaumont, Texas
Phone: 409 832-9991
July 31, 2005
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Sunday
July 31, 2005
AFA National Tournament continues
July 31, 2005
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Bridal Traditions
Contact: Civic Center
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 409 769-7599, 409 838-3435 or 800 782-3081 ext. 1
E-mail: mlee@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com
July 31, 2005
2 p.m.
Lineup Band concert
East Beach, 1923 Boddeker Dr., Galveston 77550
Phone: 409 762-EAST or 888 425-4753
E-mail: allenflores@hotmail.com
Web: www.galveston.com/eastbeach
Admission: Parking is $7 per vehicle, $14 for oversize vehicles.
Drinking is legal on East Beach. East Beach has a pavilion, restrooms, showers, food, video games and gifts. Chairs and umbrellas are available for rent on weekends May thru August. Park hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The patio beach bar/band scene is open on weekend afternoons May thru August.
Sunday Band on the Sand at 2 p.m.
July 31, 2005
4 p.m.
Sinbad performance
Isle of Capri Casino & Hotel, I-10, Exit 27, Lake Charles LA
Phone: 800 THE ISLE or 800 843-4753
Web: www.isleofcapricasino.com
Admission: $25 to $40.
