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LU signs 27 students to 2012-2013 Cheerleading Team

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Twenty-seven students signed contracts this week after being selected as members of the 2012-2013 Lamar University Cheerleading Team.

Museum Kicks Off Hurricane Season

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

As Gulf Coast residents gear up for another Hurricane Season, the Port Arthur Historical Society invites the public to the Museum of the Gulf Coast on Friday, June 1 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a book-signing of Audra Martin D'Aroma's new book The Galveston Chronicles.

TxDOT News Advisory

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

On Friday, May 18, TxDOT and law enforcement from all across Southeast Texas will host the 2012 annual “Click it or Ticket” campaign.

RINGLING BROS. AND BARNUM BAILEY BRINGS READING WITH RINGLING BROS. LIBRARY READING PROGRAM TO B

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Kids, are you interested in reading some cool library books? Are you interested in earning a circus ticket at the same time?

International Museum Day

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Join us this Friday, May 18th for Special Hours at Stark Museum of Art – International Museum Day

Lamar University honors James Esser as 2012 Distinguished Faculty Lecturer

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Lamar University honors James Esser as 2012 Distinguished Faculty Lecturer; Nov. 13 program to focus on ‘Negotiating with Terrorists’

Shangri La Honors Fallen Soldiers with Memorial Day Ceremony May 28

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center will host a Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 28, 2012.

Lamar University to confer 1354 degrees Saturday May 19

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Lamar University is scheduled to confer 1,354 degrees during spring commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 19, in the Montagne Center

Wesley UMC McAlister's Night

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Enjoy McAlister's Deli while supporting camp scholarships.

Excellence in the Media Awards Newsmaker of the Year Dinner

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

The Press Club of Southeast Texas to host the 21st Annual Excellence in the Media & Newsmaker of the Year Awards Banquet is June 8, 2012.

Free Southeast Texas Travel Guide

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

One of the best resources for touring Jefferson County is a free downloadable guide called the Auto Tour of Jefferson County. Download this 8-1/2 X 14-document here.

Lamar confers record number of doctoral degrees in audiology

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Since its inception in 2005, the Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences’ Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) program has successfully trained a number of highly skilled audiologists to enter this rapidly growing profession.

Learn about the mushrooms and fungi of the Big Thicket

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Well known fungi researcher, David Lewis, will present two educational programs on fungi and mushrooms of the Big Thicket in June.

The List: All Things Happening in Southeast Texas

Sat, 12 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Wanna know what's happening in and around Southeast Texas? Click this link and you'll have access to THE LIST of ALL the events.

Lamar University summer camps available

Fri, 11 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Lamar University invites students of all ages to a variety of summer camps to be held on campus this summer. Camps are offered for a variety of ages and interests with both daily and residential opportunities.

Lamar to confer 1354 degrees May 19 including honorary doctorate to David Beck

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Lamar to confer 1,354 degrees May 19, including honorary doctorate to keynote speaker-distinguished alumnus David Beck

Altus Cancer Center Celebrates National Survivor Day: Offers Skin Cancer Screenings Saturday June 2

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

National Survivor Day Celebration and Skin Cancer Screening including family friendly activities.

CASA of Southeast Texas goal is serving 100 of foster children by saying I am for the Child

Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Every day, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates®) volunteers save lives and CASA of Southeast Texas wants to make sure that happens in Jefferson County by serving every child in the foster care system.

LU College of Business and INVISTA partner to present workshop

Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Southeast Texas business leaders will have an opportunity to enhance their entrepreneurial skills at an upcoming seminar geared toward business owners and managers, civic leaders, executives and board members at non-profit organizations and governmental entities.

TRESPASS AMERICA FESTIVAL

Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

SMG, management company of Ford Park, is pleased to announce that the Trespass America Festival will come to Ford Pavilion on Saturday, July 28. Tickets go on Sale Friday, May 11, 2012

Stark Museum of Art Offers Summer Art Classes for Children

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

The Stark Museum of Art will offer nine weeks of free art classes this summer for children entering grades 1-12 through their summer ArtQuest program. Registration is currently open and classes fill up quickly. Families are encouraged to send in completed applications as soon as possible.

Stark Museum Hosts Teacher Workshop on Native American Cultures June 19

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

On Tuesday, June 19 from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., Stark Museum of Art will host a free teacher workshop on Native American cultures, entitled Katsinas and More: Native American Cultures in the Classroom, taught by author and consultant Susan Secakuku. Secakuku will discuss ways of integrating information on Native American cultures into the curriculum in Social Studies, Language Arts and Fine Arts courses.

May is Mental Health Month

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, a time for Americans to learn more about mental disorders and the treatments are available from entities like Southeast Texas’ Spindletop Center. Further, in this month, mental health professionals and advocates try to dispel the stigma that is still attached to mental illnesses.

Shangri La Gardens Announces 2012 Summer Eco-Rangers Classes

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center announces the upcoming summer camps, called Eco-Rangers, for students entering grades 3 through 9. Classes will introduce students to different concepts of nature, art and science.

Pistol Annies to make Special Appearance at Miranda Lambert's Ford Park Show

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Pistol Annies are scheduled to perform at the Beaumont stop of Miranda Lambert’s ON FIRE tour. The female trio featuring Ashley Monroe, Angaleena Presley and Miranda Lambert have been creating a huge buzz across the country ever since their live debut last April on the CBS special, “Girls’ Night Out”.

Another Big Announcement from Ford Park

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Miranda Lambert Headlines 5th Annual Cause for the Paws Benefiting Muttnation Foundation

Registration is now open for Summer 2012 Camps Classes at the Stark Museum of Art

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Registration is now open for Summer 2012 Camps & Classes (Art Quest and EcoRangers)at the Stark Museum of Art for children entering grades 1-12.

Snoop Dogg coming to Ford Exhibit Hall on Sunday June 3

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

SMG, management company of Ford Park, is pleased to announce that hip-hop icon SNOOP DOGG is coming to Ford Exhibit Hall on Sunday, June 3! TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY - APRIL 20th

Street Closure Announcement

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Street Closure Announcement: Abilene Street Street between East Lucas and Charles Street

Applications available for 2013 David J. Beck Fellowships

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Lamar University is now accepting applications for the university’s most prestigious undergraduate award, the David J. Beck Fellowship.

Trinity VBS Registration is Open

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Trinity United Methodist Church opens Online Registration April 9th for "Operation Overboard" Vacation Bible School for ages 4 years thru 5th grade.

LUs College of Business and INVISTA partner to present a Market-Based Management workshop

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

AMSETs spring exhibition features scenic aquatic backdrops

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

The Art Museum of Southeast Texas (AMSET) presents a dynamic exhibition showcasing artwork depicting classic marine and nautical life. Contemporary American Marine Art: 15th Annual Exhibition of the American Society of Marine Artists will be on view April 20 through June 17, 2012. Opening reception is 6 -8 pm on Thursday April 19th.

Wesley United Methodist Church registration opens for Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University Class

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University Summer Deal is a great opportunity!

AN EAGLE HAS LANDED AT NUTTY JERRYS

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Joe Walsh, one of the members of the iconic rock band The Eagles, is set to perform at Nutty Jerry’s on Friday, May 18. Tickets for the show went on sale at Nutty Jerry’s Box office and www.nuttyjerrys.com on Saturday, March 24 at 10 a.m.

Lamar to host New Student Orientation throughout June and July

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Lamar University invites new students planning to enroll in the fall to attend New Student Orientation on June 7, 14, 23 and July 14, 19, 26.

CARS FOR THE CURE CAR SHOW RESCHEDULED

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Due to the expected inclement weather the “CARS FOR THE CURE” CAR SHOW" originally scheduled for Saturday March 10th has been postponed.

SAVE THE DATE June 14-17 2012

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Texas Black Expo is Coming!!!