Beaumont Seniors Can Report Illegal dumping. Dial 311.

Beaumont Seniors News – 311 What is it and how does it benefit Beaumont Senior Citizens? Beaumont 311 knows that our Beaumont seniors take pride in their homes, yards, neighborhoods, and the community. Southeast Texas is a beautiful region combining many of the most desirable attributes people look for in choosing where to live. First, all of the Golden Triangle is tantalizingly close to the water. For those who love saltwater fishing and recreation, Port Arthur, Orange,... Read More

Family Portrait Luncheon, with speaker Lisa Genova, author of “Still Alice”

Alzheimer’s is one of the most challenging issues facing senior citizens in Southeast Texas and across the nation. Many groups, institutions, and individuals are banding together to promote funding for research into understanding and ending Alzheimer’s forever. In the Golden Triangle, we have a great event coming up on Wednesday, November 14, a “Family Portrait Luncheon” to honor family members and friends who have been affected by Alzheimer’s. Funds generated will support... Read More

Online service delivers your A-through-F letter grade to any member of Congress

(ARA) – With public opinion surveys showing the popularity of Congress at or near all-time lows, a free online service is empowering thousands of citizens to send an easy-to-understand letter grade to any member of the U.S. Senate or House of Representatives. GradeGov.com has delivered more than 153,000 A-through-F report cards to congressional offices in three years. Its motto is, “They work for you. Remind them!” Many users see that as an opportunity to vent. “Congress... Read More

SETX Legend: Babe Zaharias

Less than one percent of professional athletes maintain name recognition a decade after they stop playing. Their great deeds fade out of the memories of all but their family and a handful of their biggest fans. Even fewer are ever acknowledged, even fleetingly, as the greatest to ever play their sport. Ask in any bar, barbershop, or sports radio show for the greatest player in any single sport and you will set off hours or days of debate and possibly a fist fight. Michael Jordan... Read More

Shangri La Orchid Festival – An Entire Week in October

Orchids have long fascinated plant lovers in Southeast Texas and across the world. Our swamps and the Big Thicket are native habitats for some truly rare and beautiful specimens. At one time, early botanists could literally become rich by traveling into unknown territories and hunting down undiscovered orchids. One of the truly great places to see orchids is Shangri La Botanical Gardens in Orange. Join Shangri La in celebrating the orchid, one of the most beautiful flowers in... Read More

Simple Gifts from the Symphony of Southeast Texas – A Night with The Symphony of SETX

For many seniors in Southeast Texas, the symphony is a symbol. Beaumont has continued to grow and evolve. With the Julie Rogers Theater, we have a truly first class venue for seeing classical music live. When you’re inside the theater, it could be a famous concert hall in Dallas, San Antonio, or Seattle. The quality of our symphony has continued to climb as well. If you haven’t been in the last few years, treat yourself to this special event. In addition to being a celebration... Read More

Barn Buster – Family Social

The Beaumont Heritage Society is throwing a huge social. They are creating a party perfect for Southeast Texas seniors, adults, and children. Seniors will love the historic setting, the boiled shrimp, the wonderful ambiance, and the sounds of “River Rock”. Cash strapped parents will love the opportunity to take their kids to a big, fun, event that’s also free. Kids will enjoy the opportunity to learn to lasso, hotdogs and popsicle, and the chance to play on a historic farm. Barn... Read More

Food & Fundraiser: “Art of Beer”

  Fundraising in a down economy is a challenge. Southeast Texans have been hit like everyone else, so it can be harder to “just write a check” these days. Southeast Texas seniors are also spending less on entertainment. Smart charities know “fundraising” is easier if you include lots of “fun”. The Art Museum of Southeast Texas demonstrates this principal very well with their  “Art of Beer”. This foam-filled and adventurous... Read More

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