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Accents' Rug Gallery and Accents' On Design
   » http://www.accentsrugs.com

Accents' Rug Gallery along with with Accents' On Design offers exceptional interior and exterior designing and decorating to individualize those spaces and places you occupy most.
   We have merged our two locally owned and operated family businesses in order to meet all of your area rug needs as well as your finishing needs. Our rug gallery uses the latest technology to allow customers to browse more than 10,000 rugs from Capel's extensive offerings in a variety of styles, designs and construction. Because we're the largest privately owned rug importer and manufacturer in the country, Capel Rugs carries the largest selection of quality area rugs you'll find anywhere, all at great prices.
   We have legendary hand knotted rugs, a hand tufted collection, a machine woven collection. one-of-a-kind rugs and Capel Braids American Originals Collection in five galleries. We also carry lighting and accent pieces for the home.
   Accents' On Design features Melinda Bean, local artist and finisher and accomplished muralist with 21 years experience. She is an expert in faux  finishes, stained concrete and recently added Ja Decor, which is a cotton, all-natural wall covering that reduces noise, insulates from heat and cold, is class A fire rated and a green product, to the many types of finishes she offers. To learn more about Ja Decor see their website here.
   View Accents' On Design and to see photos of recent works as well as rugs here.

American Heart Association
   » http://www.americanheart.org
The American Heart Association is a national voluntary health agency whose mission is: "Building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke."
   The association's impact goal is to reduce coronary heart disease, stroke and risk by 25 percent by 2010. Progress toward the goal will be measured according to these indicators:
- Reduce the death rate from coronary heart disease and stroke by 25 percent.
- Reduce the prevalence of smoking, high blood cholesterol and physical inactivity by 25 percent.
- Reduce the rate of uncontrolled high blood pressure by 25 percent.
- Eliminate the growth of obesity and diabetes.
American Red Cross - Beaumont Chapter
   » http://www.redcrossbeaumont.org/
The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization lead by volunteers and guided by Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principals of the International Red CrossMovement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. The Beaumont Chapter has been serving the community since May 29, 1917. The history of the Beaumont Chapter is replete with examples of everyday people doing extraordinary deeds to alleviate human suffering.
Anayat House
   » http://www.anayathouse.org
The Anayat House, Inc. provides affordable accommodations in a safe and restful family setting to outpatients or to friends and familly members of patients using local medical facilities especially those patients in intensive care units, parents with newborns in the neonatal care units and individuals with out-patient service needs.
   Anayat House has been serving the Southeast Texas community since 1994. The best way to achieve our mission is to provide a safe haven for those who need a place to stay while loved ones are recuperating. 
Arc of Greater Beaumont, The
   » http://www.arcofbmt.org
The Arc is people - people with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities, parents and other family members, and friends of people with mental retardation and professionals who work with them. The Arc is a grassroots organization with 140,000 members who are affiliated through approximately 1,000 state and local chapters across the nation.
Art Museum of Southeast Texas
   » http://www.amset.org/
The Art Museum of Southeast Texas (AMSET), Beaumont's fine art museum. AMSET offers exhibitions and education for adults and children, free of charge, seven days a week.
Baptist Beaumont Hospital
   » http://www.mhbh.org/

We are an affiliate of the Memorial Hermann Healthcare System, one of the largest community-based, not-for-profit health care networks in the United States and a long-established leader in the health care field — and that’s a plus for our patients. With its leading-edge research capabilities and state-of-the-art technology, the capabilities of Memorial Hermann Healthcare System complement the efforts of your physician to provide superior patient care.

Beaumont Civic Ballet
   » http://www.beaumontcivicballet.net/
The Beaumont Civic Ballet Company was founded in 1971 by Marsha Woody and state chartered as a non-profit educational organizations with Dr. James Bridges, M.D. President of the Board. The Beaumont Civic Ballet has grown consistently since that time and is now into its third decade with more than 75 dancers. It's goals are to provide training and performing opportunities for the local talented dancers and to increase the audience appreciation to a higher quality of understanding.
   Company membership is acquired through open auditions and most of the dancers' time is spent in training and rehearsing for productions. The Beaumont Civic Ballet Company is proudly recognized throughout Southeast Texas as an integral part of the cultural education of our vast area.
Beaumont Civic Center Complex
   » http://www.beaumont-tx-complex.com/home.html
Beaumont Civic Center Complex includes not only the Civic Center with a seating capacity of 6500 and five private meeting rooms with full-service catering, but also the Jefferson Theatre, the Julie Rogers Theatre, Riverfront Park and various community centers  including Alice Keith Center, Central Park Center and Rogers Park Center.
Beaumont Convention and Visitors Bureau
   » http://www.beaumontcvb.com/
The Beaumont Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is the premier marketer of Texas with a little something extra. The CVB takes a leadership role to market Beaumont as a tourist destination by building internal organizational excellence and external strategic partners.
Beautify Beaumont
   » http://www.beautifybeaumont.org/
Beautify Beaumont, Inc. is a non-profit local organization with a mission to: fund the design and construction of beautification projects, including landscaping and tree renewal for public areas in Beaumont.

This organization has a history of establishing landscape islands throughout downtown Beaumont.
Beaumont Heritage Society
   » http://www.beaumontheritage.org/events.php
The Beaumont Heritage Society is the voice of preservation in the community. Organized  in 1967, the Heritage Society today has educational and civic purposes, to preserve and assist in the preservation of landmarks, documents, pictures, names, mementos, and instruments of historical value, and to preserve the natural beauty of Beaumont, Texas.
Ben J Rogers Regional Visitors Center
   » http://www.co.jefferson.tx.us/VisitorCenter/brrvc.htm
The Ben J. Rogers Regional Visitors Center at 5055 Interstate 10 South in Beaumont provides assistance and information to travelers throughout the nine county area including Chambers, Galveston, Hardin, Jasper, Jefferson, Liberty, Orange, Newton and Tyler.
Better Business Bureau
   » http://www.beaumont.bbb.org

BBB’s mission is to be the leader in advancing marketplace trust.

Burns Antik Haus
   » http://www.burnsantikhaus.com/
At Burns Antik Haus, you will find stunning hand-selected items from all over Europe. We are direct European importers. We personally select each and every item and ship it directly to our shop and pass the savings on to you. We search European warehouses and farms for special finds unlike anything else. You simply won't find better value and more beautiful pieces anywhere on the Gulf Coast.
CASA of Southeast Texas, Inc.
   » http://www.casasetx.org
   Court Appointed Special Advocates of Southeast Texas, Inc. is a non-profit service organization that recruits, trains and supervises a diverse group of community volunteers, appointed by the courts to advocate for abused and neglected children, in the pursuit of safe, permanent homes.
   A Court Appointed Special Advocate is an adult, at least 21 years old, willing to stand up for an abused or neglected child.  A CASA Volunteer is appointed by a judge to provide factual information on behalf of a child caught in a difficult legal process through no fault of their own.  In a court system challenged by increasing caseloads, a CASA Volunteer can make the single greatest difference in the life of a child.  To learn more about being a CASA Volunteer click here
Child Abuse and Forensic Services
   » http://www.cafstx.org
The mission of Child Abuse & Forensic Services is to administer forensic medical examinations to victims of sexual assault and collect evidence from child and adult victims in a timely manner in a non-threatening facility with no monetary charge to the victim. We are committed to lessen the trauma to victims through education, prevention and advocacy. We are part of a multidisciplinary unifying force bringing together parties involved in and affected by sexual assault as a catalyst for change.
City Dance Center
   » http://beaumontcitydance.com
Our mission at City Dance Center is to not only supply students with solid dance technique but to instill a passion and appreciation for movement and performing. Whether a recreational dancer, a pre-professional/competitive dancer or an adult who has never taken a dance class (but always wanted to), every student is important and welcome at City Dance Center! Move Here! Meet the owner/director and instructors here and see dance schedules here.  
Christus Southeast Texas Bariatric Center
   » http://www.SETXweightloss.org
The Center houses two state-of-the-art surgical suites, recovery areas, seminar classrooms and other educational meeting areas to encompass 9,800 square feet and has ample free parking.
Christus Health Foundation
   » http://www.christushealthfoundationsetx.org

The CHRISTUS Health Foundation (CHF) was developed to assist CHRISTUS Health in providing excellent and exemplary healthcare services to our many communities.
   CHRISTUS Health, an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system, is headquartered in Dallas and is comprised of almost 350 services and facilities, including more than 50 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 175 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures in more than 60 cities in Texas, New Mexico, Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Georgia, Utah and Mexico. Local Christus hospitals include St. Elizabeth in Beaumont and St. Mary in Port Arthur. See the hospital website here.
   The system employs more than 28,000 Associates--including 8,000 physicians on facility medical staffs--that provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten Catholic health systems in the United States.

Courvilles Special Events and Catering
   » http://www.cajunflavors.com
We specialize in all types of catering and special events in around Beaumont, Texas. We have live concerts in our hall once a month. Please come and join us for a very entertaining evening with good food and good music. Please contact at 409-860-9811 or by email, Big Rich
Diocese of Beaumont
   » http://www.dioceseofbmt.org/index.html
We, the Church of Beaumont, are called as individuals and as community, to be living witnesses of Christ's presence and on-going mission in the world. We accept the call to make the Universal Church present in Southeast Texas under the leadership of our Bishop and in relationship with each other as members of the Body of Christ. As a community of believers, our mission is to live and proclaim Jesus Christ and His gospel by what we are, by what we say, and by what we do. We give expression to our rootedness in tradition and in Scripture when we gather as a worshipping community. We are signs of the loving and compassionate Christ when we care not only for each other but seek ways to serve the needs of the larger community around us. We give credibility to gospel values when the dignity of each person as an image of God is the foundation of our respect for each individual and our commitment to social justice.
Empowering Women as Leaders
   » http://empoweringwomenasleaders.org/
Empowering Women as Leaders (EWL) is a non-profit organization formed in 2004 to provide a way to give back to the community by raising funds to send women to college to obtain a degree and begin a meaningful career. There are currently nine women on the board of directors for EWL and our membership is growing each month. Empowering Women As Leaders supports women of non-traditional college age in achieving success through scholarships as well as mentoring and networking with professional women. The Vision of Empowering Women As Leaders is to help women achieve success despite financial, educational and social obstacles. We believe successful women are fulfilled by sharing their wisdom and resources. Empowering Women as Leaders values In all that we do  mentoring and education. We want to leverage personal success to help other women succeed. We uphold the highest standard of ethics are professional and fun.
Family Services of Southeast Texas. Inc.
   » http://www.westrengthenfamilies.org/
We are a social services agency that was founded in 1930. Our mission is to strengthen and empower families, individuals and communities through accessible behavioral health services, shelter services, education and advocacy. We provide a range of services that respond to the needs of families, individuals and the community. The quality of our services exceeds client and community expectations. We act with integrity, trust, honesty, respect and fiscal responsibility. We recognize the inherent worth in every individual and the strength that comes from diversity. Individually and collectively, we act to make the greatest positive impact. On of the services we offer is Twogether Marriage Workshops. See this website here.
First United Methodist Church
   » http://www.firstbeaumont.org/
As the community of faith First United Methodist Church of Beaumont, Texas, we accept our call to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ in word and deed. (Adopted by Council on Ministries 1995)
Ford Park
   » http://www.fordpark.com

221 ACRES . . . FIVE FACILITIES . . . ONE FORD PARK!
   Ford Pavilion is a14,000-seat Pavilion with first class amenities including state-of-the-art lighting and sound, ample parking and restroom facilities, food and beverage plazas and lots of space. to enjoy a relaxing evening under the stars. Ford Arena, Ford Exhibit Hall and Ford Midway opened in Fall 2003. The Ford Arena is a 8,500 seat multi-purpose home to the ABA Southeast Texas' Mavericks. The Arena also hosts concerts, rodeos, circuses, motor sports, ice shows and many other special events. Ford Exhibit Hall has 48,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space and is attached to the Arena, offering a combined 83,000 sq. ft. of contiguous space. The Exhibit Hall includes eight individual meeting rooms, 11,000 sq. ft.of lobby/pre-function space, a full-service kitchen for catering, concessions and restrooms. Ford Midway is a 9-acres paved midway with plenty of room for festivals, fairs, and rodeos. Structures in Ford Midway include a 45,000 sq. ft. practice arena, over 25,000 sq. ft. of covered barn space and a dedicated parking area. Ford Fields is comprised of twelve championship caliber fast pitch softball/youth baseball fields. 

        

Garth House
   » http://garthhouse.org
The Garth House opened its door in July 1991, and has provided a safe and secure environment to interview alleged victims of severe physical and/or sexual abuse. The Garth House, Mickey Mehaffy Children's Advocacy Program, was named in memory of former Jefferson County Assistant District Attorney Mickey Mehaffy, recognizing her personal endeavors to enrich the lives of Southeast Texas Children. Since its opening in 1991, the Garth House has worked with more than 7,500 children and their families. The children have a safe home-like environment to tell their stories, which are digitally recorded so investigative agencies can view the DVD’s instead of repeatedly questioning the children. Teddy bears, kindness, and smiles surround hurting, sad children. The Garth House also provides counseling to help children and non-offending family members deal with their situation and begin the healing process. The Garth House is dedicated to breaking the cycle of child abuse one child at a time.
Golden Triangle Republican Women
   » http://www.setxsocialcenter.com

The Golden Triangle Republican Women are chartered by The Texas Federation of Republican Women and The National Federation of Republican Women. Our objectives are:
To Provide strength and unity for political action within the Republican Party.
To promote an informed public through political education and activity.
To increase the effectiveness of women in the cause of good government.
To improve the quality of life in the Golden Triangle through community service projects.
See our brochure here.

 

Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce
   » http://www.bmtcoc.org
The Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce serves its members and community as a catalyst to have a positive impact on the economic well-being of Beaumont and the surrounding region.
Habitat for Humanity of Jefferson County
   » http://www.beaumonthabitat.org
The Habitat for Humanity® of Jefferson County partners with working families and engages the community to build homeownership.
Holiday Inn
   » http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/hotel/bptwd
The Holiday Inn Beaumont Plaza, one of Beaumont's finest hotels, recently celebrated its reopening and showcased its exquistewaterfall lobby, meeting rooms, luxury suites and guest rooms as well as its beautiful ballroom that accommodates 800 guest. See photos of the facility here. It's a perfect place for your next SETX event!
Hope Women's Resource Clinic
   » http://www.pregnancyhopecenter.com/
    The Hope Women's Resource Clinic (DBA Hope Center for Crisis Pregnancy) is a charitable organization that is committed to assisting women in crisis pregnancies by providing free and compassionate, practical and life-affirming services.
   Hope was established in 1995, founded by a small group of concerned Christians seeking to educate the public on all available pregnancy options. What sets this center apart from various social service agencies is the love of trained volunteers and its free services, which include pregnancy testing, ultrasound, confidential peer counseling on pregnancy options, material resources, parenting training, mentoring and post-abortion support to women and men facing unplanned pregnancies and related issues.
   The clinic is a non-profit 501c3 tax-exempt organization with a small paid staff and many volunteers. The purpose and delight of The Hope Women’s Resource Clinic is to provide all clients with dignity and confidentiality while meeting their physical, emotional, and most importantly, spiritual needs.
Hotel Beaumont
   » http://www.hotelbeaumont.org/

Hotel Beaumont offers a fulfilling lifestyle with all the comforts of home. Our friendly community will enrich and enhance your life of independence, with caring friends and neighbors when you need them and privacy when you want it. At Hotel Beaumont we encourage your life of independence with the kind of care and comfort that families offer their own loved ones. We work as a team with family, friends, and physicians to provide the tailored support you require and deserve.

IEA
   » http://www.ieainspires.org/
The mission of IEA–Inspire, Encourage, Achieve – is to inspire and encourage young people in Southeast Texas to achieve by initiating enhanced educational, rehabilitative, and support services for youth involved in the juvenile justice system.
Julie Rogers Gift of Life Program
   » http://www.giftoflifebmt.org/
The Julie Rogers “Gift of Life” Program was established in Beaumont, Texas, in 1994 by Regina Rogers and was originally dedicated to providing free mammograms for medically underserved women. However, in the past twelve years, the organization’s services have multiplied and the agency has grown into one of the largest cancer screening initiatives of its type in the state of Texas. The organization's mission is to decrease the incidence of death associated with breast and prostate cancer.
Junior League of Beaumont
   » http://www.juniorleaguebeaumont.org
The Junior League of Beaumont is an organization of women committed to enriching the lives of all families by targeting and resolving critical needs in our community by promoting volunteerism, and developing the potential of women. Its purpose is exclusively education and charitable.
Lamar University
   » http://www.lamar.edu/

Lamar University offers more than 150 programs of study that lead to bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees.  There are more than 100 student clubs, organizations, honor societies, fraternities and sororities from which to choose.  The eight-story Mary and John Gray library includes resources that exceed 1,000,000 volumes and has electronic access to millions more.   With an enrollment that exceeds 13,000 and continues to grow, Lamar continues to offer a personalized environment and a student/faculty ratio that focuses on individual success.

Lamar Institute of Technology
   » http://www.lit.edu/

Lamar Institute of Technology provides quality education and training that enable a diverse student population to achieve its career goals. Programs are enhanced by developing and maintaining partnerships with business, industry, and the community. Faculty are dedicated to teaching, advising, and scholarship. Both faculty and staff work to serve the Institute and the community. LIT focuses on innovative education, training, and career development for tomorrow’s workforce with more than 50 programs. 

Previty Clinic
   » http://prevityclinicforsurgicalcare.com/
Previty Clinic for Surgical Care offers the following services and procedures. Minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgery: Abdominal Hernias: Inguinal Hernias: Recurrent Hernias: Colon Cancer: Rectal cancer: Diverticulitis: THD (Trans-anal hemorrhoidal de-arterialization for internal hemorrhoids and rectal prolapse: VNUS RFA Closure for Venous Insufficiency: Sclerotherapy and Varicose Vein Care: Emergency and Trauma surgery: Tracheostomy: Appendicitis: Small Bowel Obstructions: Inflammatory bowel disease surgery: Gallbladder surgery: Liver Biopsy: Spleen surgery: Exploratory Laparoscopy with Biopsy: Breast Cancer Conservation Therapy: In-office Ultrasound Guidedk Vacuum Assisted Breast & Lymph Node Biopsy: Breast Cancer Conservation Therapy: In-office ultrasound guided vacuum assisted Breast & Lymph Node Biopsy: placement of Multi-Lumen Balloon Catheter for high dose radiation following breast lumpectomy: Thyroid Surgery: Minimal access parathyroid surgery: Melanoma Surgery and Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy: Complete axillary lymph node dissection: In-office removal of skin lesions: Port-A-Cath Central Line replacement: Lymph Node Biopsy Endoscopy: Experience includes: advanced laparoscopic, cancer, hernia, gastrointestinal, endocrine, colon and rectal and emergency and trauma surgeries.
Sabine Area Restaurant Association
   » http://www.sabineareara.com/7014674_71683.htm
The mission of the Sabine Area Chapter and the Texas Restaurant Association is to be the advocate and indispensable resource for the foodservice and hospitality industry in Texas. The Sabine Area Chapter hosts several dinner meetings and events throughout the year to discuss issues of importance to local restaurant owners and operators.
The Salvation Army Beaumont Corp
   » http://www.uss.salvationarmy.org/uss/www_uss_beaumont.nsf/

“The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God, Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.”
   Our Beaumont Corp has a Thrift Store at 1407 Pennsylvania. Click here to see the map to get there.

Some Other Place
   » http://sopbmt.org/
Some Other Place is an ecumenical mission in urban ministry . . . a place where people of all faiths come together to provide services of all types to people who find themselves in emergency situations. Some Other Place was founded in 1968 by the local religious community to meet the unmet emergency needs of the local poor and "hurting" residents of the Beaumont community. When no one could help they were told they had to go to some other place . . .  thus, the name Some Other Place, a place when all else fails.
South East Texas Council on Alcohol & Drug Abuse
   » http://www.setcada.org/
The Council , a non-profit 501-C-3, began in 1958, to provide education and treatment services, to individuals afflicted with alcohol problems, and their families. With the escalation of drug abuse, these services were expanded to include treatment for chemical dependency. The organizaton strives to advocate and provide necessary substance abuse prevention, intervention, and treatment services, for the community at large.
 
Spindletop Steakhouse
   » http://www.spindletopsteakhouse.com/index.htm
The Spindletop Steak House is Beaumont's only true steakhouse. A menu combining the best of Italian, French, and Southwest cuisines with a focus on house-cut steaks. We're open for lunch Monday - Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.. See the lunch menu here. We're open for dinner Tuesday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. and we're closed Sunday. See our dinner menu here.
St. Mark's Church
   » http://www.stmarksbeaumont.org
We're a church in downtown Beaumont that believes the mission of the Church is to restore all people to unity with God and each other in Christ. We believe that the Church pursues its mission as it prays and worships, proclaims the Gospel and promotes justice, peace and love. We believe that the Church carries out its mission through the ministry of all its members.
Ubi Caritas
   » http://www.ubicaritas.org

Ubi Caritas is rooted in our belief in the living God, we seek to carry on the ministry of Jesus Christ through healing, teaching and acts of mercy. We value dignity, mercy, quality, accountability and our motto is Ubi caritas et amor Deus ibi est - (Where mercy and love dwell, God is there.) Our vision is Ubi Caritas… through the cooperative efforts of its partnerships, will seek to perceive clearly and respond creatively to the economic, social and health challenges of the people of southeast Texas. We pledge to mobilize resources in order to provide accessible, affordable and accountable health care and health education, promoting healing and wholeness in body, mind and spirit.

Winnie Chamber of Commerce
   » http://www.winnietexas.org
The Winnie Chamber of Commerce serves to positively impact the businesses, economy in the communities of Winnie and Stowell, the Gateway to the Gulf.  
YMCA Beaumont
   » http://www.ymcabeaumont.org
The mission of the YMCA is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
We build strong kids, strong families, strong communities and value caring, respect, responsibility, honesty and faith. We are currently located in the Mall near Sears. Our new facility will in the Spring of 2010. See our floor plan here. See our site plan here.  
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