Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
Good morning, Beaumont.
The 3rd Annual Legacy Lounge Vision Board Edition will be held on Feb.
21 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at American Real Estate, 6622 Phelan Blvd as local professionals and families join for food+vision board supplies and a guest speaker to inspire personal growth.
AMSET will host its free Family Arts Day, Home is Where the Art Is, featuring hands-on activities inspired by current exhibitions and Black History Month.
The event takes place Saturday, Feb. 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 500 Main Street for families to explore art.
Zydeco music enjoys renewed passion in Beaumont as local artists, including CJ Chenier (son of the genre's pioneer Clifton Chenier), celebrate Black History Month by sustaining century-old Creole and blues traditions.
They honor rich cultural roots with community concerts and cultural events around the region.
Beaumont ISD leadership presented year-to-date attendance data showing a slight decline to 91.2%, down from 91.4% last school year, with some schools in the 80s and others above 90; they stressed that regular attendance is critical for learning & state aid as the STAAR tests approach.
Former Texas House Speaker and retiring state representative Dade Phelan from Beaumont criticized GOP leaders and voters for overlooking dishonesty and betrayal in elected officials; he warned that if voters continue this trend, the party's long-held influence may wane in upcoming elections in March and November.
NRF 'Capes & Crowns' 5K Run
2:30-5 p.m. — 3930 Babe Zaharias Dr, Beaumont, TX — Fundraising race — Participate in this chip-timed run supporting local scholarships for the community.
SOAR Family Day Celebration
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — The McFaddin-Ward House Historic Museum — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant butterfly display and family-friendly activities in the lovely gardens.
Muscadine Bloodline Live
8-10 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Ticket price not specified — Experience an electrifying live performance by Muscadine Bloodline in the historic venue.
Discussion of The Midnight Library
5-7 p.m. — Salata — Free entry — Engage in thoughtful discussions on life's meaning through the lens of Matt Haig's intriguing novel.
Do The Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — MacKenzie's Pub — 25% OFF with code LUCKY25 until February 21st — Celebrate early with drinks and festive fun in Beaumont.
Swan Lake Performance
6-9 p.m. — Julie Rogers Theatre — Ticket prices range from $55 to $125 — Experience the world’s most iconic ballet as the legendary tale of Swan Lake takes flight.
Classic Movie Night Featuring Grease
7-11 p.m. — Jefferson Theatre — Enjoy an evening of nostalgia with a classic screening of the beloved musical Grease.
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