Saturday, September 01, 2007

September 2007 Events


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September 01, 2007
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Saturday

September 01, 2007
7 a.m. registration with 8 a.m. start.
Port Neches Chamber's Golf Tournament
Location TBA; most likely The Palms golf course, Pleasure Island, Port Arthur TX
Phone: 409 722-9154
E-mail: pncoc@swbell.net
Web site: www.portnecheschamber.com
Annual. Est. 2000

September 01, 2007
Central Mall's 25th Anniversary
Central Mall; 3100 Hwy 365; Port Arthur; TX 77642
Phone: 409 727-5592
Web: www.centralmallportarrhur.com
There is no specified time for this event.
Central Mall Office sponsors.

September 01, 2007
Rose of Tralee Festival
Ireland observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

September 02, 2007
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Sunday

September 02, 2007
Sept. 2 - Sept. 29
Celtic Tree Month of Vine begins
Learn more
Annual. Same dates each year based on the druidic lunar calendar.

September 03, 2007
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Monday

September 03, 2007
Labor Day
U.S. and Canada
Federal legal public holiday. National holiday observed by state employees.
Annual. Observed on the 1st Monday in Sept.

September 04, 2007
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Tuesday

September 05, 2007
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Wednesday

September 06, 2007
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Thursday

September 07, 2007
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Friday

September 07, 2007
Independence Day in Brazil
Annual. Same date each year.

September 07, 2007
Sept. 7-9
Southwest Bromeliad Guild Show
Bromeliad Society Inc. sponsors.
Annual.

September 08, 2007
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Saturday

September 08, 2007
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dick Dowling Days in Sabine Pass
Contact: Michael McGreevy
Sabine Pass
Phone: 409 866-1655 or 409 842-4094
Annual

September 08, 2007
Feast of the Shepherd, guardian of flocks and herds
Annual.

September 08, 2007
Mexican Heritage Festival
Contact: Tony Ramirez; Jr.
Location TBA; Port Arthur; TX
Phone: 409 504-1790
The times and location of this event have yet to be determined.

September 08, 2007
Southwest Bromeliad Guild Show continues

September 08, 2007
The Birth of Virgin Mary
Annual. Same date each year.

September 09, 2007
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Sunday

September 09, 2007
Choxo-no-Sekku (Chrysanthemum Day)
Japan observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

September 09, 2007
Grandparent's Day
Send a free e-card from Hallmark.
Annual. 2nd Sunday of September.

September 09, 2007
Southwest Bromeliad Guild Show continues

September 10, 2007
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Monday

September 11, 2007
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Tuesday

September 11, 2007
Patriot Day 9/11
Send a free e-card from Hallmark.
Annual. Same date each year.

September 11, 2007
Texas Apartment Association Fair Housing Seminar

September 12, 2007
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Wednesday

September 13, 2007
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Thursday

September 14, 2007
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Friday

September 14, 2007
7 p.m.
Carlos Mencia with Special Guest concert
Jefferson Theatre, 345 Fannin, Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 409 838-3435 ext.1 or 800 782-3081 extension 1
E-mail: bmtciviccenter@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com
Admission: Reserved seating: $40 - everyone
*This show contains adult content.

September 14, 2007
“Tintypes” a musical
Contact: Beaumont Community Players
New theater; 4155 Laurel St.
Phone: 409 842-4664
Web: www.beaumontcommunityplayers.com
The cast portray a myriad of characters drawn from Ragtime-era America.

September 14, 2007
Battle of San Jacinto Day
Nicaragua observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

September 14, 2007
Celebration of The Holy Cross
Annual. Same date each year.

September 14, 2007
Sept. 14-16
Lone Star Classic Junior Tournament

September 14, 2007
National Pet Memorial Day
Annual.

September 15, 2007
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Saturday

September 15, 2007
9 a.m.
Coin Show
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont, Texas 77701
Phone: 409 385-7028 or 800 782-3081 extension 1
E-mail: bmtciviccenter@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com
Southeast Texas Coin Clubs presents

September 15, 2007
7:30 p.m.
Symphony of Southeast Texas concert
Julie Rogers Theatre, 765 Pearl St (at Forsythe), Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 409 892-2257 or 888 TIX-SOST or 800 782-3081 extension 1
E-mail: bmtciviccenter@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.sost.org
Concert features Jeffrey Snedeker on horn and Carolyn Kuan conducting.
Symphony of Southeast Texas presents


September 15, 2007
Independence Day in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Nicaragua
Annual. Same date each year.

September 15, 2007
Lone Star Classic Junior Tournament continues

September 15, 2007
Mid Sept
Oktoberfest celebrations
German celebration of song, food and fun. In addition to the wursts and potato salad, there are arts and crafts, carnival rides, camel rides, a petting zoo, folk dancing and more.
Features authentic German food & drink, music, dancing, carnival rides and midway games, children's entertainment, petting zoo, camel rides, arts and crafts and more.
Held apx. weekend following Sep. 15 from Thur. - Sun.

September 15, 2007
Respect for the Aged Day
Japan observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

September 16, 2007
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Sunday

September 16, 2007
Diez y Seis
Celebrates Mexican independence and Hispanic heritage.
Annual. Occurs on the same date each year.

September 16, 2007
Independence Day in Mexico and Papua New Guinea
Annual. Same date each year.

September 16, 2007
Lone Star Classic Junior Tournament continues

September 17, 2007
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Monday

September 17, 2007
Citizenship Day
Annual. Same date each year.

September 17, 2007
5 to 7 p.m.
Gumbo Dinner
Nederland High School Cafeteria; N 18th Street; Nederland; TX 77627
Phone: 409 722-0279
Web: www.nederlandtx.com
The time for this event has yet to be determined. Time is most likely 5 to 7 p.m.
Nederland Chamber of Commerce sponsors.
Annual

September 17, 2007
Constitution Day / Citizenship Day
Annual. Same date each year.

September 17, 2007
Feast day of St. Hildegarde von Bingen
Christian mystic who recognized the Holy Spirit as feminine.
Annual.

September 18, 2007
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Tuesday

September 18, 2007
11 a.m.
Business Showcase
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont, Texas 77701
Phone: 409 838-6581 or 800 782-3081 extension 1
E-mail: bmtciviccenter@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com

September 18, 2007
7:30 p.m.
Luis Bravo's "Forever Tango" performance
Julie Rogers Theatre, 765 Pearl St (at Forsythe), Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 409 838-3435 or 800 782-3081
E-mail: bmtciviccenter@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com
Admission: Reserved seats: 3-show Classic Series (Forever Tango, Peter Pan and Chicago) $135.00/$115.00/$85.00

September 18, 2007
9/18-19
Independence Day in Chile
Annual. Same dates each year.

September 19, 2007
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Wednesday

September 19, 2007
Sept. 19-22
Public Safety & Crime Prevention Committee Meeting

September 20, 2007
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Thursday

September 20, 2007
Public Safety & Crime Prevention Committee Meeting continues

September 21, 2007
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Friday

September 21, 2007
Sept. 21-23, 2007
Texas Pecan Festival
Contact: Diane Thompson; director of human resources
Lions Park (Jackson @ Lincoln), Groves
Phone: 409 960-5778
E-mail: duthompson@gt.rr.com
Web: www.texaspecanfestival.com
Event features a pageant, carnival, golf tournament, treasure hunt, parade, antique car show, cooking with pecans, pecan toss, pie eating contest, horse shoe tournament, and pet show.
Groves Chamber of Commerce & Tourist Center sponsors.
Annual. Held the last full weekend in September.

Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
The Groves Pecan Festival midway is busy at Lions Park in Groves in 2006.


September 21, 2007
Sep. 21 - 23 at 3 to 8 p.m. on Fri., 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sat., and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sun.
Southeast Texas Sportsmen’s Expo
Media contact: Misty Sparks, Innovation Event Management
Ford Exhibit Hall, 5115 IH-10 South, Beaumont TX 77705
Phone: 409 951-5400 or 512 358-1000 x28
E-mail: atanamachi@fordparktx.com
Web: www.NewCenturyProductions.com
Admission: Admission is $6 for adults, $3 for children 5 to 12 years, and free for those under 5. One admission is good for the entire weekend and parking is free.
Expo blends exhibits, live entertainment, interactive events and SE Texas food. It features products and services for hunting, fishing, outdoor living, sports and recreation equipment.
Also, The Interactive Hunting and Fishing pavilion, Snakes of Texas display, Brad Campbell's in-water retriever dog demo, indoor trout pond, paintball, rock wall, bungee jump and animal calling seminars.
The show also features the Southeast Texas Big Buck Contest and Call’em Down Duck Calling Contest with prizes in several categories. Check the website for additional details and rules.
New Century Productions presents.
Annual. Held on 3rd full weekend of September.

September 21, 2007 - Postponed
Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
Christus Pro/Celebrity Tennis Classic
Contact: John Hughes
Ford Arena; Ford Park Complex; 5115 Interstate 10 South
Phone: 409 951-5400
E-mail: jhughes@fordpark.com
Web: www.fordparktx.com
Admission: Tickets $39 and $59
Some of the greatest players in the game of tennis and some of the most recognizable celebrities in the world: Pete Sampras, Anna Kournikova, Todd Martin and Chanda Rubin.
They will also share tennis tips with select event sponsor representatives in a “Thrills & Drills” clinic.
The pro/celebrity tennis event supports The Children's Miracle Network.
Ford Park; Christus Hospital – St. Elizabeth & St. Mary and ProLink Sports & Entertainment present.

International tennis star Chandra Rubin gives a motivational talk at Dunbar Elementary School in Beaumont at Dunbar Elementary School in Beaumont on Friday; Feb. 24; 2006. Rubin was ranked No. 6 in the world; and has reached the 4th round of all four Grand Slam Tournaments.

Photos by Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise


September 21, 2007
Sept. 21-23
Lone Star Classic College Invitational

September 21, 2007
Public Safety & Crime Prevention Committee Meeting continues

September 22, 2007
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September 22, 2007
8 p.m.
Renegades Extreme Fighting
Contact: John Hughes
Ford Park Arena; 5115 IH-10 South; Beaumont; TX
Phone: 409 951-5400
E-mail: jhughes@fordpark.com
Web: www.fordparktx.com
Admission: $100, $50, $30 & $20
No holds barred mixed martial arts action

Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise


The official stops the Superfight round as Cedric "Spiderman" Marks delivers a knockout blow to Jon Anthony "El Jaguar" Kirk during the Beaumont Beatdown XTreme Fight Championship. Marks won by TKO.


September 22, 2007
“Elephant Appreciation Day”
Annual.

September 22, 2007
~(9/22/00 ; 9/23/00)
Fall Equinox
First day of fall.
Annual. ~ Within two days of 9/23 each year.

September 22, 2007
Lone Star Classic College Invitational continues

September 22, 2007
Texas Pecan Festival continues

September 22, 2007
Public Safety & Crime Prevention Committee Meeting continues

September 23, 2007
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Sunday

September 23, 2007
Lone Star Classic College Invitational continues

September 23, 2007
Texas Pecan Festival continues

September 23, 2007
Mabon
Second harvest & mysteries
Annual.

September 23, 2007
Sun enters Libra
Annual.

September 24, 2007
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Monday

September 25, 2007
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Tuesday

September 26, 2007
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Wednesday

September 27, 2007
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Thursday

September 27, 2007
7:30 p.m.
Clint Black concert
Contact: Amy Ehrman
Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts; 707 Main Ave.; Orange TX 77630
Phone: 409 745-5535 or 800 828-5535
E-mail: lutcher@exp.net or amy@lutcher.org
Web: www.lutcher.org
Admission: Orchestra $65; lower balcony $45; upper balcony $40

September 28, 2007
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September 28, 2007
7:30 p.m.
Comedian Ron White, of the Blue Comedy Tour, performs
Julie Rogers Theatre; 765 Pearl St.
Phone: 409 880-8144 or 800 782-3081 extension 1
E-mail: bmtciviccenter@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com
Admission: Mature audiences. Reserved seats $39.75.

September 28, 2007
American Indian Day
Annual. Celebrated the 4th Friday in Sept.

September 28, 2007
Confucius' Birthday
Taiwan observes.
Also known as National Teachers' Day.
Annual. Same date each year.

September 28, 2007
National Teachers' Day
Taiwan observes.
Annual. Same date each year. Held on Confucius' birthday.

September 29, 2007
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September 29, 2007
Feast of the Archangel Michael
Also known as Michaelmas day.

“Whoever eats goose on Michaelmas day,
Shall Never lack money for his debts to pay.”

Annual.

September 29, 2007
Mass of Archangels
Annual. Same date each year.

September 30, 2007
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Sunday

September 30, 2007
Sept. 30 - Oct. 27
Celtic Tree Month of Ivy begins
Learn more
Annual. Same dates each year based on the druidic lunar calendar.

Wednesday, August 01, 2007

August 2007 Events


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August 01, 2007
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Wednesday

August 01, 2007
Aug. 1 - 3 at 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Bake Camp
Rao’s Bakery & Coffee Café; 4440 Dowlen Road; Beaumont
Phone: 409 782-1029
Web: www.raosbakery.com/bakecamp.asp
Admission: Cost is $50 per child per class. Reservations must be made in person.
Camp is for children 5-8; and 9-12. Students receive a T-shirt; pastry bag with tips and recipes.
The two camps are “Cake Decorating” and “Cookies”

August 01, 2007
Air Force Day
Annual. Same date each year.

August 01, 2007
Lammas / Lughnasadh
England observes.
Harvest & thanksgiving
Annual. Same date each year.

August 01, 2007
National Day in Switzerland
Annual. Same date each year.

August 02, 2007
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Thursday

August 02, 2007
6:30 p.m.
August Movie Night At The Mcfaddin-Ward House
The Mcfaddin-Ward House Visitor Center; 1906 Calder Ave.
Phone: 409 832-2134
All movies begin at 6:30 p.m. and include popcorn; cold drinks and a commentary about the movie.
Series begins with the Academy Award-winning “The African Queen;” starring Humphrey Bogart and Katharine Hepburn.
The series continues with “Cobb;” an R-rated biography of baseball’s Ty Cobb starring Tommy Lee Jones; Aug. 9.
¤The Little Tramp;” starring Charlie Chaplin; is Aug. 16; “Mata Hari;” with Greta Garbo as the famous World War I spy; is Aug. 23; and “Yankee Doodle Dandy;” starring James Cagney is his Academy Award-winning role; Aug. 30.

August 03, 2007
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August 03, 2007
Aug. 3 - 4 at 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; and Aug. 5 at noon-6 p.m.
Summer Sports Collectibles And Memorabilia Show
Parkdale Mall; 6155 Eastex Freeway
Phone: 281 733-0389
Admission: Free.
The buy; sell and trade show features new and vintage sports cards and sets; action figures; autographed items; framed sports art; wax packs and boxes; price guides; supplies to protect collections; sports books and more.
Sports Page Cards and Collectibles presents

August 03, 2007
6:30-8 p.m.
Derick D. Perkins signs books
Nu World of Books; 3680 A College St.
Phone: 409 833-6000
Perkins; author of the new book "The Game is So Real: a Dating Survival Guide;" signs copies.

August 03, 2007
Aug. 3 - 4
The Paint Horse Riders trail ride
Laday’s Arena; Cheek
Phone: 409 466-5392
Admission: $5 Aug. 3; $10 Aug. 4; weekend pass $12.
Event features a trail ride and dance.
Dance with disk jockey Darrell Bill at 8 p.m. Aug. 3.
The trail ride will start at 4 p.m. Aug. 4; with jackpot roping at 8 p.m.; and a dance; featuring Marcus Ardoin; 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Annual.

August 03, 2007
Day of the Dryads in Macedonia
Annual.

August 03, 2007
Aug. 3 - 4
OCARC Fishing Tournament
Contact: John Thomas
905 W. Park Orange
Phone: 409 886-1363
E-mail: ocarc@pnx.com
Web: www.ocarc.com/founding_of_ocarc.htm
Admission: $25 to enter
Annual. Est. 1988. Held 1st weekend in August.

August 03, 2007
Aug. 3-5
Spindletop Basketball Series Battle in the Triangle

August 04, 2007
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Saturday

August 04, 2007
8 a.m.
Monsignor Kelly Catholic High School Golf Classic
Contact: Ted Hillin, chairman, or the Kelly Alumni Office
Beaumont Country Club
Phone: 409 899-2215 or 409 866-2351 x109
Admission: $125 per person which not only includes a golf round with green fee and golf cart; but a goody bag; libations and lunch.
The Kelly tradition begins with a light breakfast and shotgun start.
The format for each team is a four man/lady scramble. Prizes awarded according to gross score.
Blue and Gold Alumni Association sponsors.
Annual. Est. 1990

August 04, 2007
9 a.m.
School Supply giveaway for Bridge City students
Bridge City Community Center Pavilion
Admission:
Event continues until all supplies are given out and also features free snow cones; balloon animals and inflatables.
Common Ground Community Church holds

August 04, 2007
Aug. 4-5 at 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sat.; and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sun.
Cats In Action Cat Show
Contact: Carol Hale
Beaumont Civic Center; 701 Main St.
Phone: 713 703-6555 or 800 782-3081 extension 1
E-mail: bmtciviccenter@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com
Admission: Adults $4; seniors and children 12 and younger $2.50; families $10. Free parking.
A portion of the proceeds; as well as donations of kitten food; dry and canned; will be given to the shelter.
The all-breed household and pet show is held under the auspices of the International Cat Association. Awards given several categories. Event includes vendors
The Humane Society of Southeast Texas will have cats and kittens available for adoption; as well as pet-related items for sale.
Annual.

August 04, 2007
Summer Sports Collectibles And Memorabilia Show continues

August 04, 2007
The Paint Horse Riders trail ride continues

August 04, 2007
7 p.m.
“Toys For Children” benefit concert
Family Life Center; the First United Methodist Church of Nederland; Nederland Avenue and 13th Street; Nederland
Phone: 409 962-1554
Admission: $5 or a new stuffed animal. A love offering will also be taken.
Detour 180; a Christian rock group from New Zealand; will perform.
First United Methodist Church of Groves and First United Methodist Church of Nederland sponsor

August 04, 2007
Coast Guard Day
Annual. Same date each year.

August 04, 2007
National Mustard Day
Mount Horeb Mustard Museum
608 437-3986 ; 888 765-5929
Mount Horeb Mustard Museum, 109 E. Main St., Mount Horeb
Thousands of visitors celebrate National Mustard Day at the home of the world's largest mustard collection.
Annual. Understood to occur on the 1st Sat. of Aug.

August 04, 2007
Spindletop Basketball Series Battle in the Triangle continues

August 05, 2007
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Sunday

August 05, 2007
Friendship Day
Send a free e-card from Hallmark.
Annual. Celebrated on the 1st Sunday in August.

August 05, 2007
Sister's Day
Send a free e-card from Hallmark.
Annual.

August 05, 2007
Cats In Action Cat Show continues

August 05, 2007
1:30 p.m.
Boat Parade and Blessing of the Shrimp and Pleasure Boat Fleet
The Kemah Boardwalk; Bradford and 2nd Street Kemah; TX 77565
Phone: 281 334-2303
Admission: People are free; Boats are $5.
Brightly decorated shrimp boats and pleasure craft from canoes to fine Yachts file past the Boardwalk where the officiating ministers bless each boat.
Colorful awards presentation afterwards. DVD available. Average attendance: 50;000 - 200;000.
Annual; Est. 1969. Held 1st Sunday in August.

August 05, 2007
4 p.m.
Nederland Dog Park meeting
Rienstra Heritage Park; 800 Helena Ave.; Nederland
Phone: 409 727-1787
Admission:
Dog lovers interested in helping establish an off-leash dog park; are invited to meet.

August 05, 2007
Aug. 5 - Sept. 1
Celtic Tree Month of Hazel begins
Learn more
Annual. Same dates each year based on the druidic lunar calendar.

August 05, 2007
Spindletop Basketball Series Battle in the Triangle continues

August 06, 2007
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Monday

August 06, 2007
Aug. 6-9 at 8:30 am to noon
Junior Golf Camp and Clinic
Contact: Jerry Honza, PGA Golf Professional
The Golf Camp at Divot's Driving Range
Phone: 409 719-3949
E-mail: jhonz@pga.com
Admission: Each Session is $55 and covers putting; short game; full swing; rules and etiquette.
Pick up registration forms at The Palms; Divot's or at The First Tee Office at the YMCA.
PGA Professionals lead the instruction. Alternate dates and locations are scheduled in the near future.

August 06, 2007
Discovery Day in Trinidad and Tobago
Annual. Celebrated on first Monday of August.

August 06, 2007
The Transfiguration of the Lord
Annual. Same date each year.

August 07, 2007
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Tuesday

August 07, 2007
2 p.m.
Movie Time
Chambers County Library; Anahuac

August 07, 2007
about 5 p.m.
National Night Out Against Crime
In neighborhoods across the U.S.
By turning on their porch lights, locking their doors, and getting out to meet their neighbors, they are joining hearts and minds with others, to say “No way, NOT in my neighborhood.”
Annual, 1st Tues. in Aug. Est. 1984.

August 07, 2007
7 p.m.
Golden Triangle Sierra Club monthly meeting
Gander Mountain Sports Store; 5855 Eastex Freeway; Beaumont
Phone: 409 554-0203
The Sierra Club is the nation's largest; oldest and most influential grassroots environmental organization.
The speaker will be Pam Blackledge; area coordinator for Conserve Our Ocean Legacy (COOL).
She will talk about the organization's efforts to build support for ocean and fish protection.
Light refreshments will be served.

August 07, 2007
Bank Holiday
Fiji, Grenada, Guyana, Hong Kong, Ireland, and Malawi observes.
Annual. Celebrated on first Monday of August.

August 07, 2007
Canadian civic holiday
Canada
Annual. Same date each year.

August 07, 2007
Independence Day in Jamaica
Annual. Celebrated on first Tuesday of August.

August 08, 2007
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Wednesday

August 08, 2007
2 p.m.
Movie Time
Juanita Hargraves Memorial Branch Library; Winnie

August 09, 2007
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Thursday

August 09, 2007
10 a.m.
HiStorytime: Rockin’ Reptiles
Museum of the Gulf Coast; 700 Procter St.; Port Arthur
Phone: 409 984-6453
Admission: Free. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Advance registration required.
The interactive program introduces children 3-9 all about reptiles.
The event includes a tour of nature exhibits; storybook reading and hands-on activities and crafts.

August 09, 2007
6:30 p.m.
August Movie Night At The Mcfaddin-Ward House
The Mcfaddin-Ward House Visitor Center; 1906 Calder Ave.
Phone: 409 832-2134
All movies begin at 6:30 p.m. and include popcorn; cold drinks and a commentary about the movie.
The series continues with “Cobb;” an R-rated biography of baseball’s Ty Cobb starring Tommy Lee Jones.
¤The Little Tramp;” starring Charlie Chaplin; is Aug. 16; “Mata Hari;” with Greta Garbo as the famous World War I spy; is Aug. 23; and “Yankee Doodle Dandy;” starring James Cagney is his Academy Award-winning role; Aug. 30.

August 09, 2007
Festival of the Fire Spirits
Annual.

August 09, 2007
National Day in Singapore
Annual. Same date each year.

August 10, 2007
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Friday

August 10, 2007
2-6 p.m.
Texas Style Hot Summer Nites registration
Cowboy Harley Hog House; I-10; Beaumont
Phone: 409 769-7599 or 877 601-3400
Web: www.thebeaumontcruise.com
Annual. Est. 2001

Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Walter Boyd's 1931 Model A reflects off the hub cap of Chris Willett's 1934 Ford during a Kick-Off party at the Cowboy Harley Hog House in Beaumont on Friday, Aug. 11, 2006.

August 10, 2007
6-10:30 p.m.
Texas Style Hot Summer Nites: Beaumont Cruise
down Calder Avenue and 11th Street
Phone: 409 769-7599 or 877 601-3400
Web: www.thebeaumontcruise.com
Admission: Free.
T-Shirts will be sold at 6 - 10:30 p.m. at Calder Ave & 11th St.

August 10, 2007
7:30 p.m.
The True Soul Of A Man;” a gospel play
Jefferson Theatre; 345 Fannin St.
Phone: 409 838-3435
Admission: Reserved seats $25.

August 10, 2007
Aug. 10 - 11 at 8 p.m.
Orange County Sheriff Posse Rodeo
Contact: Harry Corbett or Becky Rodent
Orange County Sheriff Posse Rodeo Arena; 6610 Texas 105; Orange
Phone: 409 886-2638 or 409 883 6041
E-mail: cvb@orangetexas.net
Admission: Adults $6; children 12 and younger $3.
Events include junior bull riding; team roping; calf scramble; breakaway roping; steer wrestling; tiedown roping; barrel racing; lamb scramble; bull riding and sheep riding.
Annual. Held mid-July or early-August.

August 10, 2007
Independence Day in Ecuador
Annual. Same date each year.

August 10, 2007
Aug. 10-12
The Beaumont Cruise and Texas Style Hot Summer Nites Festival
downtown Beaumont.
Phone: 409 769-7599 or 877 601-3400
Web: www.thebeaumontcruise.com

August 11, 2007
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Saturday

August 11, 2007
8 a.m.
Texas Style Hot Summer Nites: Show ‘N’ Shine Car Show
downtown Beaumont.
Phone: 409 769-7599 or 877 601-3400
Web: www.thebeaumontcruise.com
Other events include a washer tournament; registration at 8 a.m.; fee $20 per team.
Vendor booths open at 10 a.m.; a car; truck and motorcycle display; disk jockey music and door prizes; a 50/50 pot; children’s activities; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. along the Crockett Street Entertainment District.
The classic car parade will be at 5 p.m. ; the Beaumont Cruise is at 6-10:30 p.m. down Calder Avenue and 11th Street.

August 11, 2007
5 p.m.
Texas Style Hot Summer Nites classic car parade
Calder Avenue from Crockett Street Entertainment District
Phone: 409 769-7599 or 877 601-3400
Web: www.thebeaumontcruise.com
Admission: Free.

August 11, 2007
6:30 p.m.
“An Evening of Inspiration”
Holiday Inn Beaumont Plaza; 3950 Interstate 10 South at Walden Road
Phone: 409 813-2158
Web: www.bcbdo.org
Admission: Tickets $25 per person and must be purchased in advance.
Singer Regina Belle headlines and is guest speaker for the fundraiser.
Other entertainers are gospel artists Rosalyn Brunswich-McDuffie and Chris Walker; both of Houston; and local group; 4Given.
Beaumont Community Housing Development Organization; Inc. presents

August 11, 2007
Orange County Sheriff Posse Rodeo continues

August 12, 2007
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August 12, 2007
9 a.m.
Texas Style Hot Summer Nites: Show ‘N’ Shine Car Show
downtown Beaumont.
Phone: 409 769-7599 or 877 601-3400
Web: www.thebeaumontcruise.com
Church service is at 9 a.m. on the downtown stage. Event continues with disk jockey and door prizes all day; washer tournament; vendors; awards and trophies at 1 p.m.
Classic motorcycle give-away to benefit Garth House at 2 p.m.; children’s activities.

August 13, 2007
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August 13, 2007
August 13 - 14 at 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Partners in Education Teachers Workshops
Contact: Amy Ehrman
Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts; 707 Main Ave.; Orange TX 77630 and Stark Museum of Art
Phone: 409 745-5535 or 800 828-5535
E-mail: lutcher@exp.net or amy@lutcher.org
Web: www.lutcher.org
Admission: Registration required (online or call). $30 per workshop, meals included.
Workshops include "Reaching The Kinesthetic Learner Through Creative Movement" and "Musically Moving Math!"
Other workshops are "Using Visual Art To Encourage Thinking And Writing" and "Listen-See-Tell: Basic Steps In Telling A Story"

August 14, 2007
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Tuesday

August 14, 2007
9:30 a.m.
Homeschooler Library Orientation
West Chambers Branch Library; Mont Belvieu

August 14, 2007
2 p.m.
Cooking with Lori at WCB
West Chambers Branch Library; Mont Belvieu

August 14, 2007
2 p.m.
Movie Time
Chambers County Library; Anahuac

August 14, 2007
7 p.m.
Writers’ Interest Group
West Chambers Branch Library; Mont Belvieu

August 14, 2007
Independence Day in Pakistan
Annual. Same date each year.

August 15, 2007
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August 15, 2007
2 p.m.
Cooking with Lori at JHML
Juanita Hargraves Memorial Branch Library; Winnie

August 15, 2007
Assumption Day (Feast of Mary)
Catholic countries observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

August 15, 2007
Independence Day in India and Korea
Annual. Same date each year.

August 15, 2007
mid-Aug
Public school classes begin
Annual.

August 16, 2007
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Thursday

August 16, 2007
Aug. 16 - 18 from noon on Friday until noon on Sunday
Hotter-N-Hell Motorcycle Rally
Contact: Buda
MCM Elegante Hotel, 2355 IH-10, Beaumont
Phone: 409 842-3600 or 325 372 3523
E-mail: hdbuda@aol.com
Web: budasworld.com/index05.htm
Admission: Weekend passes are $25 per person. Absolutely no one under 18 allowed.
Motorcycle rally features live bands, iron-butt contest (longest ride), lingerie contest, live CD recording party with The Malford Milligan Band, rodeo games, bikini contest, pole dance contest, balloon girls, vendors and door prizes.
Other events include on-site tattoos, blessing of the bikes (around noon Saturday), Kevin the fire guy and horsepower meter tests.
Annual. Est. 1995, moved to Beaumont in 2000. Held on the 3rd weekend of August.

August 16, 2007
2 p.m.
Cooking with Lori at CCL
Chambers County Library; Anahuac

August 16, 2007
6:30 p.m.
August Movie Night At The Mcfaddin-Ward House
The Mcfaddin-Ward House Visitor Center; 1906 Calder Ave.
Phone: 409 832-2134
All movies begin at 6:30 p.m. and include popcorn; cold drinks and a commentary about the movie.
The series continues with “The Little Tramp;” starring Charlie Chaplin.
¤Mata Hari;” with Greta Garbo as the famous World War I spy; is Aug. 23; and “Yankee Doodle Dandy;” starring James Cagney is his Academy Award-winning role; Aug. 30.

August 16, 2007
National Restoration Day
the Dominican Republic observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

August 17, 2007
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August 17, 2007
Aug. 17 - 19
Tax-free weekend for back-to-school items
Texas shoppers get a break from state and local sales taxes during the state's tax holiday. Lay-away plans can be used again this year to take advantage of the sales tax holiday.
The law exempts most clothing and footwear priced under $100 from sales and use taxes for this weekend. The tax exemptions could save shoppers about $8 on every $100 they spend.
Annual. Est. 1999. Typically occurs the 1st weekend in Aug. each year. Moved in 2007 to coincide with back-to-school activities.

August 17, 2007
Aug 17 - 19 *Estimated.
Benefit Trail Ride for Children with Muscle Diseases and Disorders
Contact: George Moye or Cecil Jones
County Road 2300, Woodville TX
Phone: 936 402-5453 or 409 994-5271
E-mail: se_tx_trailriders@yahoo.com
Web: www.geocities.com/se_tx_trailriders (includes map)
Admission: Ride is $10 per person, 10 and under free. BYOH (bring your own horse).
Friday night campout is children's night with a clown, pony rides, hayride, sack races and more. Saturday we pull out at 9 a.m. for a trail circle ride, lunch and another circle ride. Catered meals available for supper and lunch on Fri and Sat.
Tiny Richardson King of the Roadhouse Honky Tonk performs Saturday night. Possible moonlight ride Saturday night at 10 p.m. Short circle ride at 9 a.m. on Sunday.
All proceeds benefit Children with Muscle Disease and Disorders.
Southeast Texas Trail Riders sponsors.
Annual. Held Fri - Sun of 3rd weekend in August*.

August 17, 2007
6 p.m.
Read-In at the Library!
West Chambers Branch Library; Mont Belvieu

August 17, 2007
Aug 17 - 19 *Estimated.
Cajun French Music Association Music Awards
Contact: Gene Breaux, national pres.
Blackham Coliseum and the Heymann Auditorium, Lafayette
Phone: 409 736-3785, 409 736-3782 or 409 722-9996
E-mail: gjbreauz@sbcglobal.net
Web: www.cajunfrenchmusic.org/chapters/goldentriangle.htm
Event is a music awards ceremony. Musicians are awarded for the song of the year, male vocalist and female vocalist of the year and best CD of the year. Additional awards are bestowed for contribution for service of the culture and music.
The Cajun French Music Association of Louisiana, Inc. sponsors.
Annual. 3rd weekend in August

August 17, 2007
Independence Day in Indonesia
Annual. Same date each year.

August 18, 2007
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August 18, 2007
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Free Family Arts Day
Contact: Janna Fulbright
Art Museum of Southeast Texas (AMSET), 500 Main St., Beaumont TX
Phone: 409 832-3432
E-mail: info@amset.org
Web: www.amset.org
Admission: Free and open to the public.

August 18, 2007
10 a.m.
Kid Fest
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont, Texas 77701
Phone: 409 896-5555 or 800 782-3081 extension 1
E-mail: bmtciviccenter@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com
Clear Channel presents

August 18, 2007
10 a.m.
Kids Fest
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com
Annual.

August 19, 2007
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August 20, 2007
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August 21, 2007
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August 21, 2007
2 p.m.
Movie Time
Chambers County Library; Anahuac

August 21, 2007
5 to 7:30 p.m.
Tasting for Some Other Place
Contact: Molly Lee, box office manager
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont, Texas 77701
Phone: 409 832-7976, 409 838-3435 or 800 782-3081 ext. 1
E-mail: bmtciviccenter@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com
Admission: $10 per person
Some Other Place is a faith-based mission, which provides emergency services including home-delivered meals, a nutrician center, back-to-school program and holiday programs for the less fortunate.
Over 50 booths of tastings of favorite recipes of local congregations, businesses and organizations.
Annual, Est. 2003

Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise
Peggy Yancey and June O'Rear with the First Baptist Church prepare food samples during the Tasting for Some Other Place at the Beaumont Civic Center in Beaumont on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2006.

August 22, 2007
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August 23, 2007
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Thursday

August 23, 2007
4 p.m.
YA program (youth activities)
Chambers County Library; Anahuac
¤Con 101” intro to Onicon (anime conventions - limited to junior and senior high students)

August 23, 2007
5 p.m.
Movie Time
West Chambers Branch Library; Mont Belvieu

August 23, 2007
6:30 p.m.
August Movie Night At The Mcfaddin-Ward House
The Mcfaddin-Ward House Visitor Center; 1906 Calder Ave.
Phone: 409 832-2134
All movies begin at 6:30 p.m. and include popcorn; cold drinks and a commentary about the movie.
The series continues with “Mata Hari,” with Greta Garbo as the famous World War I spy.
¤Yankee Doodle Dandy;” starring James Cagney is his Academy Award-winning role completes the series on Aug. 30.

August 23, 2007
Sun enters Virgo
Annual.

August 24, 2007
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August 25, 2007
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August 26, 2007
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August 26, 2007
Festival of Illmatar, Finland's Water Mother
Annual.

August 27, 2007
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Monday

August 27, 2007
Lyndon Baines Johnson's Birthday
State holiday in Texas.
Annual. Same date each year.

August 28, 2007
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August 28, 2007
7 p.m.
Writers’ Interest Group
West Chambers Branch Library; Mont Belvieu

August 29, 2007
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August 30, 2007
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August 30, 2007
6:30 p.m.
August Movie Night At The Mcfaddin-Ward House concludes
The Mcfaddin-Ward House Visitor Center; 1906 Calder Ave.
Phone: 409 832-2134
All movies begin at 6:30 p.m. and include popcorn; cold drinks and a commentary about the movie.
The series continues with “Mata Hari,” with Greta Garbo as the famous World War I spy.
Yankee Doodle Dandy;” starring James Cagney is his Academy Award-winning role completes the series.

August 31, 2007
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August 31, 2007
Independence Day in Trinidad and Tobego
Annual. Same date each year.

Wednesday, July 25, 2007

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July 01, 2007
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July 01, 2007
2-6 p.m.
Joe Simon and the Louisianne Cajuns concert
Pine Tree Lodge; LaBelle Road; Fannett
Phone: 409 796-1600
Admission: No cover.

July 01, 2007
4 p.m.
Dog park meeting
Rogers Park; at Dowlen Road and Gladys Avenue, Beaumont
Phone: 409 727-1787
Dog lovers interested in helping establish an off-leash dog park are invited to meet.

July 01, 2007
4 p.m.
Jack Flash the Piano Man concert
Hogwild on Crockett; 270 Crockett St.; Beaumont
Phone: 409 833-0155
Admission: No cover.

July 01, 2007
5-10 p.m.
Crossfire concert
Jefferson County Singles Club; 7725 Green Ave.; Nederland
Phone: 409 727-0013
Admission: $5.

July 01, 2007
10 p.m.
Opie Hendrix and Clepper George concert
The Vortex; 2350 N. 11th St.; Beaumont
Phone: 409 892-5766
Web site: www.thevortexonline.com
Admission: $5.

July 01, 2007
Bank Holiday
Taiwan observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 01, 2007
Dominion Day in Canada
Send a free e-card from Hallmark.
Also called "Canada Day" in Canada
Annual. Same date each year.

July 01, 2007
Half-year Holiday
Hong Kong observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 02, 2007
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July 03, 2007
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Tuesday

July 03, 2007
5:30 p.m.
Baytown July 4th Celebration
Contact: Kylie M. Duchie, Superintendent of Recreation
Bicentennial Park, 1001 Market Street / Lee Drive, 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.
Weekend event kicks off with headliner bands.
Baytown Parks and Recreation Department sponsors.

July 03, 2007
7:30 p.m.
The Ed Dix Jazz Quartet concert
MacKenzie’s Pub; 229 Dowlen Road; Beaumont
Phone: 409 866-2288
Web: www.mackenziespub.com
Admission: No cover.

July 04, 2007
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Wednesday

July 04, 2007
U.S. Independence Day
Send a free e-card from Hallmark.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 04, 2007
9 a.m.
Calder Place's Fourth Of July Parade
Participants line up at 8:30 a.m. in the Beaumont Independent School District parking lot; 3395 Harrison St.
Phone: 409 651-3901
Admission: Free.
The parade route is a circle from the parking lot to North Street and to 20th Street and back to the originating point.
Participants may decorate bikes; scooters; dogs; golf carts and come walk the parade or watch. This is a rain or shine event.
Annual.
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.

Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise


July 04, 2007
10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Friendswood July 4th Celebration
Contact: Community Services Department
Stevenson Park and Centennial Park, 1000 S. Friendswood Dr., Friendswood
Phone: 281 996-3220 or 281 482-3329
E-mail: fwdchmber@swbell.net
Web: www.friendswood-chamber.com
Celebrate with a parade (10 a.m.), crafts, food and entertainment at Stevenson Park. Enjoy fireworks, drinks and entertainment at Centennial Park. Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. with a headlining band. A fireworks display will begin about 9:20 p.m.
Annual. Same date each year. Est. 1896

July 04, 2007
Noon to 10 p.m.
Baytown July 4th Celebration
Contact: Kylie M. Duchie, Superintendent of Recreation
Bicentennial Park, 1001 Market Street / Lee Drive, 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 a parade, 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
Music headlines the evening’s entertainment. Daylight entertainment includes DJs, as well as performances by local acts. Fireworks conclude the evening.
Baytown Parks and Recreation Department sponsors.
Annual. Held on same date each year. Est. 1975.

July 04, 2007
2-6 p.m.
Bayou Bash concert; featuring the Larry Tillery Band
Leon’s Fish Camp; 16630 Boondocks Road; Beaumont
Phone: 409 794-2681
Admission: No cover.

July 04, 2007
5 p.m.
Liberty Fest
Contact: Stephanie Molina
Riverfront Park; 805 Main St., Beaumont
Phone: 409 838-3435
E-mail: smolina@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumontcvb.com
Admission: Free. Bring blankets and lawn chairs.
The event offers food; a performance by the Jazz Innovators at 5 p.m.; a concert of patriotic music by the Symphony of Southeast Texas at 8 p.m.; and fireworks at 9 p.m.
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, 2007
5 p.m.
Oaks Historic District Fourth Of July Celebration
Ninth Street between Ashley and Evalon streets
There will be games; a moonwalk; pet parade and an apple pie contest. Links and beverages will be provided. Bring a side dish and a lawn chair.
Annual.

July 04, 2007
6 p.m.
Freedom Fest
City of Orange Boat Ramp off Simmons Drive in Orange
Phone: 409 883-3536
The event features food; booths; children’s activities; patriotic music and fireworks. Bring blankets and lawn chairs.
Annual. Held on same date each year.


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, 2007
6 p.m.
Lake Charles' "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. Held on same date each year.

July 04, 2007
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 6:30 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 follow at the Lake Charles Civic Center Outdoor Pavilion. The evening concludes with a fireworks e
Annual. Same date each year. Est. 1993

July 04, 2007
7:15 p.m.
Port Arthur Independence Day Celebration
Carl A. Parker Multipurpose Center; Lamar - Port Arthur Campus; 1800 Lakeshore Drive in Port Arthur
Phone: 409 984-6156
Admission: Bring blankets or lawn chairs; soft drinks and a picnic meal. Alcohol is not permitted on the campus.
Parking is available around the Parker Center and the Lecture Hall. Additional parking is available across the street front of the Performing Arts Center.
The event features entertainment and a fireworks display at 9 p.m. over the Sabine-Neches Waterway.
Lamar State College-Port Arthur hosts.
Annual.

July 04, 2007
7:30 p.m.
Fourth of July at Miller Outdoor Theatre
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.
Produced by the Houston Symphony
Annual. Same date each year.

July 04, 2007
7:30 p.m.
Independence Day Celebration
Carl Parker Center, Lamar State College - Port Arthur Campus, 1800 Lakeshore Drive, Port Arthur
Phone: 409 984-6342 or 409 984-6101
Web: www.portarthurtexas.com
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. Same date each year. Est. 1999

July 04, 2007
Houston's "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. Held on same date each year.

July 04, 2007
Livingston's "Red, White & Blue Parade, Kid Fest & Fireworks"
Livingston
Phone: 936 327-3656
Annual. Held on same date each year.

July 05, 2007
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July 05, 2007
6-9 p.m.
Clint Faulk and Sherrie Lynn concert
Larry’s French Market and Cajun Restaurant; 3701 Pure Atlantic Highway; Groves
Phone: 409 962-3381
Admission: No cover.

July 06, 2007
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July 06, 2007
6 to 9 p.m.
First Friday In Groves
Contact: Patti Wolfe, CoC executive manager
Lincoln Avenue, Groves
Phone: 409 963-2924
E-mail: gchamberofcommer@gt.rr.com
Web site: www.grovescofc.com
Event includes a decorated bike and trike parade at 6:30 p.m.; line dancing; the Abundant Life sanctuary hand-signing group; a community blood drive and free entertainment.

July 06, 2007
July 6 - 7 at 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Comedians Slade Ham and Kristin Key perform
Comedy; Texas; 1990 Interstate-10; between College and Washington streets; Beaumont
Phone: 409 892-9393
Admission: Tickets are $10.

July 06, 2007
July 6 - 8
Inaugural Robert Lowrey Memorial 54-Hole Blowout
Brentwood Country Club; Major Drive; Beaumont
Phone: 409 840-9010
E-mail:
Web:
Admission: Fees are $275 for the pro flight and $155 for the amateur; senior and women's flights; and there will be an optional pro-am fee of $25 for amateurs who wish to compete.
This 54-hole; stroke-play event is a continuation of the Brentwood 54-Hole Blowout that was not played last year because its founder; Robert Lowrey; died.
Amateurs will be flighted by handicaps; and there will also be a professional flight.
Amateurs; with the exception of those in the championship flight; will be allowed to discard their high round and use their best 36-hole total as their final scores.
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 07, 2007
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July 07, 2007
8 a.m.
Super CPR Saturday
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont, Texas 77701
Phone: 409 832-1644 or 800 782-3081 extension 1
E-mail: bmtciviccenter@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com
Admission: Free. Registration required.
American Red Cross Presents

July 07, 2007
7 to 9 p.m.
Beaumont Camera Club Photo Show opening reception
Beaumont Art League; 2675 Gulf St.; Fair Park; Beaumont
Phone: 409 833-4179
Admission: Free.
Images will be on view through July 27.
Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday.

July 07, 2007
8 and 10:30 p.m.
Comedians Slade Ham and Kristin Key perform
Comedy; Texas; 1990 Interstate-10; between College and Washington streets; Beaumont
Phone: 409 892-9393
Admission: Tickets are $10.

July 07, 2007
July 7 - 29
Tour de France
Noirmoutier-En-L'ile, France
Web: www.letour.fr
Annual.

July 08, 2007
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July 08, 2007
3 p.m.
Anahuac Southgrass Cowboy Association-Approved Rodeo
Lil’ Henry’s Arena; 8035 Rogers St.; off West Port Arthur Road (Hillebrandt)
Phone: 409 835-1081 or 409 212-9729
Admission: Adults $6; children $4.
Break-away at 1:30 p.m. Major events include bull riding; steer wrestling; tie down rope and barrel racing. Food and refreshments available.

July 08, 2007
July 8 - Aug. 4
Celtic Tree Month of Holly begins
Learn more
Annual. Same dates each year based on the druidic lunar calendar.

July 09, 2007
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July 09, 2007
Independence Day in Argentina
Annual. Same date each year.

July 09, 2007
July 9 - 14
USSSA World Series Baseball 11 & 12 Year Old
Beaumont
Phone: 409 842-3900

July 10, 2007
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Tuesday

July 10, 2007
Bon (Feast of Fortune)
Japan observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 10, 2007
Day of Dame Holda, Germanic underworld goddess
Annual.

July 10, 2007
Feria de San Fermin
Spain observes.
Annual. Celebrated during second week of July.

July 10, 2007
USSSA World Series Baseball continues

July 11, 2007
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July 11, 2007
10:30 a.m.
Dog Days Of Summer Doggie Parade
Hotel Beaumont Retired and Assisted Living Community; 625 Orleans St.; Beaumont
Phone: 409 835-4503
Admission: Admission is donations of paper towels; cloth towels; puppy and kitten food; laundry detergent and office supplies. All donations go to the Humane Society of Southeast Texas.
Registration is at 10 a.m. the day of the event. Call for advanced registration.

July 11, 2007
July 11-13; 18-20 and 25-27; and Aug. 1 - 3 at 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Bake Camp
Rao’s Bakery & Coffee Café; 4440 Dowlen Road; Beaumont
Phone: 409 782-1029
Web: www.raosbakery.com/bakecamp.asp
Admission: Cost is $50 per child per class. Reservations must be made in person.
Camp is for children 5-8; and 9-12. Students receive a T-shirt; pastry bag with tips and recipes.
The two camps are “Cake Decorating” and “Cookies”
Annual.

July 11, 2007
USSSA World Series Baseball continues

July 12, 2007
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July 12, 2007
July 12 - 30; 2007 at 9 a.m. to noon or 1-4 p.m.
Little Miss Princess workshops
Contact: JaNelle Young
Lamar University; Setzer Center; RM 104; Beaumont
Phone: 409 898-1094
E-mail: info@littlemissprincessdaycamps.com
Web: www.princessdaycamp.com
Admission: Registration recommended; $35 per session. Space is limited.
Summer day camp for girls; ages 5-11. Sessions: Diva Camp; Fashion 101; Charm School; Princess Academy; Health & Beauty; & Little Miss Workout.
Little Miss Princess is a personal development organization targeted to prepare today’s little princesses for a successful future.
The mission is to instill appropriate etiquette and social skills; while fostering strong character and high self esteem through useful workshops.

July 12, 2007
10 a.m.
Historytime: Sea To Shining Sea
Museum of the Gulf Coast; 700 Procter St.; Port Arthur
Phone: 409 984-6453
Admission: Free. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Advance registration required.
Event is an interactive program introducing children 3-9 to the wonder of ships and lighthouses
The event includes a tour of maritime exhibits; storybook reading and hands-on activities and crafts.

July 12, 2007
2 p.m.
Harry Potter Party
Marion and Ed Hughes Public Library; 2712 Nederland Ave.; Nederland
Phone: 409 722-1255
Young witches and wizards may enjoy refreshments and door prizes.

July 12, 2007
Orangemen's Day
Northern Ireland observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 12, 2007
USSSA World Series Baseball continues

July 13, 2007
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July 13, 2007
USSSA World Series Baseball continues

July 14, 2007
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July 14, 2007
9 a.m.
The Moscow Ballet open audition for “The Great Russian Nutcracker”
Contact: dance teacher coordinator Katrina Purcell
Touch of Grace Dance Center; 134 U.S. 90 East; Vidor
Phone: 409 769-7800 or 409 833-7747
E-mail:
Web: www.nutcracker.com
Applicants must be between 7-16 years old and have at least one year of ballet experience. Applicants must dress in ballet attire and bring pointe shoes; if on pointe.
The Moscow Ballet will present “The Great Russian Nutcracker” at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 21 at the Beaumont Civic Center; 701 Main St.

July 14, 2007
6:30 p.m.
Sallye Awards and Beaumont Community Players annual meeting
New theater; 4155 Laurel St.
Phone: 409 842-4664
Web: www.beaumontcommunityplayers.com
Admission: Tickets $15 per person. RSVP.
The event includes food and a tour the new site.

July 14, 2007
Bastille Day
France observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 14, 2007
USSSA World Series Baseball continues

July 15, 2007
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July 15, 2007
noon - 5 p.m.
Bridal Traditions Bridal Show
Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main Street, Beaumont, Texas 77701
Phone: 409 769-7599 or 800 782-3081 extension 1
E-mail: bmtciviccenter@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumont-tx-complex.com
Admission: $10.
Booths offer everything to plan a wedding; from cakes and photographers to dresses and honeymoons.

July 15, 2007
*estimated
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, 2007
mid-July
Orange County 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. Held for two days in mid-July.

July 15, 2007
St. Swithin's Day

“If thou dost rain,
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 16, 2007
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July 16, 2007
July 16 and 17 at 7 p.m.
Auditions for "Tintypes," a musical
Contact: Beaumont Community Players
New theater; 4155 Laurel St.
Phone: 409 842-4664
Web: www.beaumontcommunityplayers.com
Admission:
The cast calls for two men and three women who will portray a myriad of characters drawn from Ragtime-era America; including Teddy Roosevelt.
The show opens Sept. 14.

July 17, 2007
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July 17, 2007
Auditions for "Tintypes," a musical continues

July 17, 2007
Constitution Day in Korea
Annual. Same date each year.

July 18, 2007
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July 18, 2007
July 18-20 and 25-27; and Aug. 1 - 3 at 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Bake Camp
Rao’s Bakery & Coffee Café; 4440 Dowlen Road; Beaumont
Phone: 409 782-1029
Web: www.raosbakery.com/bakecamp.asp
Admission: Cost is $50 per child per class. Reservations must be made in person.
Camp is for children 5-8; and 9-12. Students receive a T-shirt; pastry bag with tips and recipes.
The two camps are “Cake Decorating” and “Cookies”

July 18, 2007
National Day in Spain
Annual. Same date each year.

July 19, 2007
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July 19, 2007
July 19-21 and July 26-28 at 7:30 p.m.; July 22 and 29 at 2:30 p.m.
“Peter Pan” a musical
Lamar State College-Port Arthur Theatre Performing Arts Center; 1700 Procter St.; Port Arthur
Phone: 409 984-6111
Admission: Adults $10; children and seniors $8.
Musical is based on James M. Barrie’s timeless adventure classic of a boy who refused to grow up.
Lamar State College-Port Arthur and the Port Arthur Little Theater present

July 20, 2007
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July 20, 2007
5 p.m.
Stars Beauty Pageant
Bridge City Community Center; 105 Parkside; Bridge City
Phone: 409 745-4751
E-mail: karimstringer@yahoo.com
Admission: Contestants and one adult will be admitted free. Admission for all other adults $5.
A portion of the proceeds will go to the family of Stacie Lane to help with medical treatment.
There are three categories for boys; infants through age 7; and girls; infants through 19.

July 20, 2007
7 p.m.
High School Musical
Julie Rogers Theatre, 765 Pearl St (at Forsythe), Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 409 842-4664 or 800 782-3081 extension 1
E-mail: bmtciviccenter@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumontcommunityplayers.com
Beaumont Kidmunity Troop presents

July 20, 2007
7 to 10 p.m.
Save the Studio benefit
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 local performers.
DJs spin tunes between sets. This is a rain or shine event.
Annual. Est. 2006.

July 20, 2007
Doors open at 7 p.m.; the contest is at 8 p.m.
Dancing With The Beaumont Stars
Antone's, 240 Crockett St., in the Crockett Street Entertainment District
Phone: 409 832-2944
Admission: Advance tickets $15.
The dance contest features Betsy Henslee of the Beaumont Chamber of Commerce; The fundraiser features NFL star Jerry Ball; Christy Mellon of Girls’ Haven and radio personality Kelly Caraway.
The salsa band; M Rumba; will perform at 10 p.m.

July 20, 2007
9 p.m.
Midnight Magic Costume Party
Barnes & Noble; 4155 Dowlen Road
Phone: 409 898-1111
Admission: Free.
Party features special Harry Potter events
The party is in conjunction with the release of J.K. Rowling’s last Harry Potter book; Harry Potter and the Deadly Hallows; which will go on sale at midnight during the party.
Children may dress as their favorite Harry Potter character for an evening of prizes and activities; which include snake charming by the Big Thicket National Preserve; wizard bingo; fortune telling; Harry Potter trivia scavenger hunt; face painting; tatto

July 20, 2007
Independence Day in Colombia
Annual. Same date each year.

July 21, 2007
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July 21, 2007
July 21 - 22 on Sat. 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sun.
Cajun Food and Music Festival
Burton Coliseum, 7001 Gulf Hwy., Lake Charles, La.
Phone: 337 494-0018 or 337 477-4752
Web: www.visitlakecharles.org
Admission: Admission is $7 per person; and children under 12 are free. No ice chests are allowed.
Burton Coliseum jumps with Cajun sounds. Savory Cajun specialties like jambalaya, gumbo, etouffée, and more. Other festival highlights include raffles, arts and crafts and headlining bands.
Lake Charles Chapter of the Cajun French Music Association presents.
Annual, Est 1998

July 21, 2007
9 a.m.-10 p.m.
Cruisin’ Kirbyville Car; Truck and Motorcycle Show
Magnolia Park; U.S. 96 at Hebo Street, Kirbyville
Phone: 409 423-5827; 409 423-6502 or 409 201-4191
Admission: Advance registration $25; $30 day of the show. Fee includes a T-shirt and goody bag
The show includes a burn-out contest; door prizes; food; games; dunking booth; arts and crafts; music; a live auction and a 50/50 drawing.
Awards at 5 p.m.; parade and cruise until 10 p.m.
Cruising Style magazine will cover the event.
Kirbyville Chamber of Commerce sponsors

July 21, 2007
noon-1 p.m.
Harry Potter Party
Port Arthur Public Library; 4615 9th Ave.; Port Arthur
Phone: 409 985-8838
Admission: Free.
Children participate in book talk; crafts; snacks and “enchanted potions.”

July 21, 2007
2 p.m.
High School Musical
Julie Rogers Theatre, 765 Pearl St (at Forsythe), Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 409 842-4664 or 800 782-3081 extension 1
E-mail: bmtciviccenter@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumontcommunityplayers.com
Beaumont Kidmunity Troop presents

July 21, 2007
4 p.m. to midnight
Port Arthur Recovery Project Benefit
Knights of Columbus Hall; 6621 W. Port Arthur Road, Port Acres
Phone: 409 984-9530
Admission: Ticket price includes the dinner and dance. Dance tickets $15 per person; $25 per couple. Dinner only tickets $7 per plate.
All proceeds will be used to help repair homes in Port Arthur that were damaged by Hurricane Rita.
Activities include a classic car show; featuring the Aces Car Club and the American Antique Automobile Association; 4-7 p.m.
Also features a barbecue chicken dinner; served 6-8 p.m.; sock hop; featuring Mike Calais and the Music Connection playing 1950s and 1960s rock ‘n’ roll and swamp pop music; 8 p.m.-midnight.
There will also be a jitterbug contest and a silent auction.
Southeast Texas Interfaith Organization for Disaster Recovery sponsors

July 21, 2007
6:30 to 11 p.m.
Ad & Press Club of SWLA Gridiron
Lake Charles Civic Center - main coliseum, Lake Charles
Phone: 337 433-8502
E-mail: gridironshow@yahoo.com
Web: www.adpressclub.com
Admission: $60 per ticket or a table of eight for $400.
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. Est. 1973.

July 21, 2007
7 p.m.
Country Western Show
Liberty Opry in Park Theater; 1816 Sam Houston Ave.; Liberty
Phone: 877 729-9103
Web: www.libertyopry.com
Admission: Adults $10; children 12 and younger $5.
Show features Lee Garner.

July 21, 2007
7 p.m.
High School Musical
Julie Rogers Theatre, 765 Pearl St (at Forsythe), Beaumont TX 77701
Phone: 409 842-4664 or 800 782-3081 extension 1
E-mail: bmtciviccenter@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.beaumontcommunityplayers.com
Beaumont Kidmunity Troop presents

July 21, 2007
7:30 and 10 p.m.
Comedian Sinbad performs
Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino; 2717 Highway 3063; Vinton; La.
Phone: 337 474-4900
Admission: Tickets $50

July 21, 2007
7:30 p.m.
Gulf Coast Jam 2007
Carl A. Parker Multipurpose Center; 1800 Lakeshore Drive; Port Arthur
Phone: 409 722-3699
Web: www.boogiekings.com
Admission: Advance tickets $18. Tickets at the door $20.
Jam features the Boogie Kings; Jivin’ Gene and Ken Marvel
Proceeds benefit the Museum of Gulf Coast in Port Arthur.
Doors open at 7 p.m.

July 21, 2007
9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.
Zydeco Dance
Lil’ Henry’s Place; 8035 Rogers St.; off West Port Arthur Road (Hillebrandt)
Phone: 409 835-1081 or 409 454-5292
Admission: Tickets $12 at the door. BYOB.
Dance features Chris Ardoin and NuStep

July 21, 2007
Festival of the Forest Spirits
Annual.

July 21, 2007
~ (7/21-22/99)
National Holiday in Belgium
Annual. Same dates each year.

July 21, 2007
July 21 - 22
Trade Days on the Avenue
Port Neches
Phone: 409 722-4023
Event features antiques, arts and crafts. Occurs 3rd weekend of every month.

July 22, 2007
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July 22, 2007
Parents Day
Annual. Celebrated on the 4th Sunday in July.

July 22, 2007
Cajun Food and Music Festival continues

July 22, 2007
July 22 - 29, 2007 at 8 a.m.
AFA National Tournament
Contact: John Hughes, Ford Park marketing manager
Ford Fields, 5115 IH-10 S., Beaumont
Phone: 409 951-5400
E-mail: jhughes@fordpark.com
Web: www.fordparktx.com
Admission: Passes for the week are $30 for adults and $15 for seniors (55+) & kids (6-10). Daily passes are $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and kids. Children under 5 are free.
Gates open at 7:30 a.m. and play begins at 9 a.m.
Presented by texasafasoftball.com
Annual. Held the in July.

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 22, 2007
National Liberation Day in Poland
Annual. Same date each year.

July 22, 2007
Sun enters Leo
Annual.

July 22, 2007
Trade Days on the Avenue continues

July 23, 2007
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July 23, 2007
AFA National Tournament continues

July 24, 2007
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July 24, 2007
July 24 - 28
Russia: Customs, Culture, Cossacks and Onion Domes
Port Arthur
Phone: 409 983-4881
Web: www.art-tams.com

July 24, 2007
Simon Bolivar's Birthday
Ecuador and Venezuela observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 24, 2007
AFA National Tournament continues

July 25, 2007
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July 25, 2007
July 25-27 and Aug. 1 - 3 at 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Bake Camp
Rao’s Bakery & Coffee Café; 4440 Dowlen Road; Beaumont
Phone: 409 782-1029
Web: www.raosbakery.com/bakecamp.asp
Admission: Cost is $50 per child per class. Reservations must be made in person.
Camp is for children 5-8; and 9-12. Students receive a T-shirt; pastry bag with tips and recipes.
The two camps are “Cake Decorating” and “Cookies”

July 25, 2007
St. James Day
Spain observes.
Annual. Same date each year.

July 25, 2007
AFA National Tournament continues

July 26, 2007
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July 26, 2007
10 a.m.
HiStoryTime: Westward Ho!
Museum of the Gulf Coast; 700 Procter St.; in Port Arthur
Phone: 409 984-6453
Admission: Free. Advance registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Interactive program introduces children 3-9 to the days of pioneer settlement.
Event includes a pioneer cabin tour; storybook reading and hands-on pioneer activities and crafts.

July 26, 2007
Reception 6:30 p.m.; dinner at 7 p.m.
“A Spicy Night At The Ritz” Roaring ‘20s-style celebrity-waited event
Beaumont Country Club; 5355 Pine St.
Phone: 409 838-6581 Ex. 102.
Admission: Tickets $75 per person; $250 per couple; $1;500 for a table of 8; and $2;500 for a table of 10.
Dress is 1920s gangster; flapper or silent-era movie star.
The Beaumont Community Players will present a silent movie play.
Leadership Beaumont sponsors

July 26, 2007
"Peter Pan" continues

July 26, 2007
AFA National Tournament continues

July 27, 2007
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July 27, 2007
3 p.m.-8 p.m. on July 27; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on July 28; and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on July 29
The Peddler Show
Contact: John Hughes
Ford Park Exhibit Hall; 5115 Interstate 10 South
Phone: 409 951-5400
E-mail: jhughes@fordpark.com
Web: www.fordparktx.com
Admission: Adults $5; seniors 65 and older $3; children younger than 12 free. Admission is good all weekend.
The show offers home décor; hand crafted jewelry; clothing; seasonal floral arrangements; gourmet treats and creative gifts.

July 27, 2007
7 to 10 p.m.
Save the Studio benefit
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 local performers.
DJs spin tunes between sets. This is a rain or shine event.
Annual. Est. 2006.

July 27, 2007
July 27 and 28 at 8 and 10:30 p.m.
Comedian Marty Rackham, of “Seinfeld” fame, performs
Comedy; Texas; 1990 Interstate 10; between College and Washington streets
Phone: 409 892-9393
Admission: Tickets are $10.

July 27, 2007
Feast of Hatshepsut in Egypt (healer queen)
Annual.

July 27, 2007
AFA National Tournament continues

July 28, 2007
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July 28, 2007
9 a.m.
Hemphill Family Fun Day
Sabine County Expo Center; Texas 184 West; Hemphill
Phone: 409 787-2714
Admission: $5; children 3 and younger free.
The event includes a motorcycle fun run at 10 a.m.; an ATV display; water games; waterslide; dunking booth; BB gun shootouts; bow-and-arrow contest; a watermelon eating contest and seed-spitting contest; a sexiest bald head contest and music by Whodunit a
Hemphill Pee Wee Football League sponsors

July 28, 2007
noon
“Taste of the Trailriders”
Lil’ Henry’s Arena; 8035 Rogers St.; off West Port Arthur Road (Hillebrandt)
Phone: 409 833-4573
Admission: Dance admission $10; free for children 12 and younger.
The event features a cook off; trail ride and dance.
The dance features Leon Charles and the Zydeco Flames at 9 p.m.
Diva Trailriders presents

July 28, 2007
4 to 10 p.m.
Orleans Street Jazz Festival
Orleans Street and Crockett Street Entertainment District in downtown Beaumont
Phone: 409 880-3788 or 409 838-3435 x204
E-mail: mlee@ci.beaumont.tx.us
Web: www.discoverbeaumont.com/jazz_festival.htm
Admission: $7 per adult, free for children aged 11 and younger. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for this outdoor event.
Evening features live music, food, arts and crafts and family activities
Performers include Headline performers as well as the Jazz Innovators, the Jimmy Simmons Band. Jazz bands from Ozen High School and West Brook High School will also perform.
Gate proceeds benefit Girls’ Haven and the Southeast Texas Arts Council.
City of Beaumont and Southeast Texas Arts Council present.
Annual. Est. 2006. Held 4th Saturday in July.

(Left) Orange native Perry Richard, who now lives in Houston, performs in front of the Taste of Orleans restaurant during the 2006 Orleans Street Jazz Fest.
Mark M. Hancock / © The Beaumont Enterprise


July 28, 2007
5:30 p.m. July 28; and 10:30 a.m. July 29
Marshland Festival
James E. Sudduth Coliseum; north end of the Lake Charles Civic Center Complex on Lakeshore Drive in Lake Charles; La.
Phone: 337 491-1432 or 337 491-1256
Admission: Adults $6 Friday; $7 Saturday; children 7-14 $1; younger than 6 free.

July 28, 2007
8:30 to 10:30 p.m. weather permitting
Gator Spotlight Count
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.
Go spotlighting. Take a boat trip down five miles of the best alligator habitat in Texas and census the alligators.
Monthly event.

July 28, 2007
7/28-29
Independence Day in Peru
Annual. Same dates each year.

July 28, 2007
AFA National Tournament continues

July 29, 2007
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July 29, 2007
6:30 p.m.
“Accepted;” a free movie screening
Parkdale Assembly of God; 4490 Crow Road
Phone: 409 899-5405
Admission: Free.
The movie; which was filmed in Beaumont; is about a prostitute who finds acceptance in a church after breaking ties with her brutal pimp.
The director; Susan Pete; and the cast and crew will be at the event.

July 29, 2007
AFA National Tournament continues

July 30, 2007
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July 31, 2007
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