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In This Baytown Local Spotlight Issue:
â Baytown, Tx. Weather
đ Greater Baytown Area Events
đ San Jacinto Marketplace Unveils Major Retail Lineup
đ¨ âHelp Us Nab This Suspect â You Stay Anonymous, They Donâtâ
Baytown Crime Stoppers
đŚ Taylor Swift Tribute Band at Pirates Bay Waterpark July 25th
đ Kidventures - Fun Finds for Kids & Families
- Your Go-to Guide for Summer Fun
đˇď¸ Garage, Yard, or Estate Sales - Check Out the Sales!
đ° Job Listings
â Trivia


Todayâs Record High: 101 in 2022 - Record Low: 69 in 1987

Note: Events with + in front indicates newly added event!
While we strive to ensure that all of our events are current and accurate, please always check to ensure that the event is still scheduled and that the information below is correct.
West Chambers Deaf Social â July 12th @ 11 am. @ The Toasted Yolk
in Mt. Belvieu 13001 I-10 East+Cardboard Boat Rodeo - Sat. July 12th -1:00-3:00pm
Eagle Pointe Recreation Center Mont Belvieu Registration DetailsCrosby Vendor Mkt. July 12th  9am-3pm @Crosby American Legion
14890 FM 2100, Crosby+Fill the Bus Event [La Porte School supplies drive] Fri, July 25th- 9am-1pm
Kroger Parking Lot, 1300 W Fairmont Pkwy, La Porte+Taylor Swift Tribute Band Pirates Bay Waterpark July 25th - 5pm-9pm
Summer Market Sat. July 26th - 10am-4pm
Baytown Community Center 2407 Market St.Pickle Festival Aug. 9th 10am-6pm  @Crosby American Legion
14890 FM 2100, CrosbyDeaf Social Where Bakery - Aug. 2nd - 11 am @
Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., BaytownMain Street Trade Days â Sat. Aug. 2nd â 10am-2 pm 208 W. Main, La Porte
Mont Belvieu Market at the Park, Sat. Aug. 2nd.- 8am - Noon
+Senior Expo Aug. 14th 9am-1pm Baytown Community Center 2407 Market St.
+First Fridays at Five Points- A Taste of Main Street Fri., Sept. 5th,
 6 PM-9 PM - Five Points Plaza, 100 S Broadway, Main Street La Porte


Image Courtesy Fidelis Realty Partners
San Jacinto Marketplace Unveils
Major Retail Lineup
Baytown area residents have been waitingâand wonderingâfor years about what would finally fill the long-vacant space along I-10. Now, the wait is finally over. In a presentation to City Council yesterday [Thurs. July 10th], Fidelis Realty Partners revealed exciting new details about the upcoming San Jacinto Marketplace, a major retail development thatâs set to transform shopping and dining in the Baytown area.
Headlining the project is a brand-new Samâs Club, and itâs not just any Samâs Clubâit will be the first of its kind in Texas. This next-generation store will span an impressive 170,000 square feet, making it the largest lease Fidelis has ever signed. Samâs Club is projected to open by next summer.
Click to read our previous article about Samâs Club
Construction is moving quickly, with all underground infrastructure expected to be completed by October or November.
The entire shopping complex will cover approximately 600,000 square feet and is expected to be fully open by December of next year. In addition to Samâs Club, the marketplace will feature a mix of popular national retailers, restaurants, and local favorites.
In addtion to Samâs Club:
New Stores [Shown on map above]
Home Goods
Havertyâs Furniture
Barnes & Noble
Five Below
Dickâs Sporting Goods
Bath & Body Works
EĹS Fitness [click to read our previous article about EĹS Fitness]
New Restaurants [Shown on map above]
Portilloâs
Pluckers Wing Bar
Bubbaâs 33
New Restaurants Mentioned (But Not Yet Shown on the Map):
Stay tunedâthese dining spots were announced during the presentation and are expected to be part of the San Jacinto Marketplace lineup:
Torchy's Tacos Â
Mediterranean restaurant [unnamed]
With its prime location and a curated tenant mix, the San Jacinto Marketplace is poised to become a major shopping and dining destination for the Greater Baytown and surrounding areas.
Stay tunedâweâll be sharing more details as they become available.

Image Courtesy Baytown Crime Stoppers
âHelp Us Nab This Suspect â You Stay Anonymous, They Donâtâ
Baytown Crime Stoppers
Robbery - Case #2025-33984
On Tuesday 07/08/2025, at approx. 9:13 am, a Robbery occurred at the Food Town Grocery Store located at 1700 Decker Dr. A B/M entered the store wearing a grey shirt, sunglasses and handed the service center employee a note demanding money.
The suspect stated he had a gun, but never displayed it. The suspect left the store with approx. $1700.00 in cash.
Baytown Crime Stoppers will offer a cash reward up to $2,000.00 for the identity and arrest of the suspect(s) involved in this Robbery case.

Image Courtesy City of Baytown & Pirates Bay
Taylor Swift Tribute Band at
Pirates Bay Waterpark July 25th!
Baytownâs âLover: The Unofficial Eras Tourâ (Pirates Bayâs version) is set to take the stage on Friday, July 25th from 5-9 PM at Pirates Bay Waterpark. Tickets are just $29.99 per guest (FREE Admission for Season Pass Holders).
âMaybe this is wishful thinkin', Probably mindless dreamin'â but âIt feels like a perfect night to dress upâ in cute swimsuits at the wave pool.
This isnât just any tribute band show. Singer Charity Eden brings to life a replica show of the actual Taylor Swift Eras Tour experience, but for Pirates Bayâs Version itâs a waterpark party. Think of this like her famous rain shows! Spend the night dancing in the wave pool to award-winning musical masterpieces that have topped charts and touched hearts worldwide.
âSomethin' happens when everybody finds outââŚbuy your tickets before they sell out at https://baytownpiratesbay.com
But wait⌠âAre you ready for it?ââŚThe LOVER Unofficial Eras Tour Hotel Package
After you purchase your Pirates Bay LOVER tickets, make it a night to remember with the LOVER Unofficial Eras Tour Hotel Package.
We want to âtake you out, and take you homeââŚ
When you purchase your tickets and book a stay at a qualifying Baytown hotel any night(s) between July 24â26, hotel guests also get these EXCLUSIVE PERKS:
Four (4) FREE All-Day-Access wristbands Included (come early to splash around before the show) â Waterpark opens at 11 AM Skip the regular entrance line (a hassle-free start to the experience) Half-off (50%) discount code for one (1) private cabana rental (as available; #11-16 are near the concert!) One (1) FREE Pirates Bay souvenir cup with unlimited soda refills all night (1 cup per hotel room) Start âsaying âyesâ instead of ânoââ. Book your qualifying hotel stay on the Playeasy promotional site (Hotel Tab at https://bit.ly/LOVER-hotels) by July 20 (unless it fills sooner).
âOne for the money, two for the showâ Tell your friends and family itâs time to go!
HERE'S HOW TO QUALIFY:
Purchase your Pirateâs Bay âLoverâ event tickets at https://baytownpiratesbay.com (Skip this step if you are a Season Pass Holder - your admission is included FREE!) Book your hotel at https://bit.ly/LOVER-hotels (MUST use this promotional link) Send screenshots of your hotel booking (with dates) and event ticket purchase to [email protected] Once verified, youâll get a discount code for half-off a private cabana rental. You will receive additional information in your swag bag at hotel check-in. âIf you fail to plan, you plan to fail. Strategy sets the scene for the taleâ Be a mastermind; make your plans now!
Details also at https://bit.ly/LOVER-eras-tour
Please Note: Tickets to the Pirates Bay LOVER concert must be purchased separately at https://baytownpiratesbay.com. To qualify for the LOVER hotel package perks, guests must book their hotel through the Playeasy site (Hotel Tab at https://bit.ly/LOVER-hotels). There are multiple participating hotels to choose from. Hotels booked on other sites or with additional discounts and/or awards points used cannot qualify.

Welcome to Kidventures! đ
Fun Finds for Kids & Families đ
This brand-new section is your go-to guide for summer fun, packed with awesome activities, cool events, and can't-miss ideas to help kids and families make the most of every sunny day. Whether you're looking for something local and low-key, or a big adventure to burn off some energy, Kidventures has you covered. It's perfect for parents, grandparents, babysitters, and anyone trying to keep kids happy, active, and entertained this summer.
Check back often â new fun finds can pop up anytime!

Youth Tennis Lessonsđž
Attention parents! With Wimbledon starting, there's no better time to spark your child's love for tennis! đž Watching the pros at the slams can be incredibly inspiring, and hard court season is coming up next!
⨠Sign them up for lessons now so theyâre ready to hit the court with confidence and excitement! đžâ¨

Image Courtesy City of La Porte
Introduce Your Kids to the Game of a
Lifetime at Bay Forest Golf Course! âł
The summer junior clinic, which is led by PGA Professionals, covers chipping, pitching, putting, full swings, rules, and etiquette.
âł Ages: 6-12 years old
đ
July 14-16 Cost: Just $75 per student!
Ready to register? You can sign up in person at the Bay Forest Golf Course, or
click here for the registration form online.
Give your child the gift of golf this summer! Limited spots available.

Image Courtesy City of La Porte
La Porte Residents -Looking for Something
FREE for Your Kids to Do this Summer?
Check out the San Jacinto Museum!
The City of La Porte has partnered with the museum to offer FREE admission every Thursday in June and July from 9am to 6pm for La Porte residents. Just bring proof of La Porte residency and enjoy a fun, educational day at the museumâon us!

đLocal Garage, Yard & Estate Sales!đˇ
Please help us spread the word:Â share this newsletter with your friends, neighbors, and anyone who loves a good deal. Encourage them to subscribe so they never miss a sale. And if you're planning a sale of your own, be sure to submit your info by Tuesday at 5 PM to be included in this weekâs issue!
Estate Sales
11910 Cedar Gully Rd., Baytown
Thur.âFriâSat, July 10-12th 8:30am- 3pm âAntiques, Furniture, home decor, sewing machines, clothing, dressers, yard decor, kerosene lamps, fishing poles+++
5918 Miller Wilson Rd., Crosby
Thurs. & Fri., Jul 10 & 11th , 8:00am - Â 4:00 pm
Sat. Jul 12th, 8:00am-2:00 pm
Big Barn Sale- Household Items, Antiques & Collectibles, Hunting & Pocket Knives, ++
3717 Newton Dr., Pasadena
Fri-July 11th from 10am-5pm
Sat. July 12th 10am-3pm
Sun . July 13th 10am-4pm
Large McCoy collection, Furniture, Kitchen items, Canning jars, yard tools, Antique Rifles and shotguns,

Job Listings Now on a Separate Page! đ
To make scrolling easier for everyone, weâve moved job listings to a separate page! If you're job hunting, check it outâif not, enjoy a quicker read! đđ




