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• West Chambers Deaf Social – Sept. 13th @ 11 am. @ The Toasted Yolk in Mt. Belvieu 13001 I-10 East

• +La Porte Health & Safety Fair Sat. Sept. 13th 10am-1 pm @ La Porte Junior High School "Safety Superheroes: Protect & Serve".
  Dress as your favorite superhero

• +Eastern Rim Funny Book & Vintage Con- Free admission & free parking
  Sat., Sept. 13th from 10am-6pm + Sun., Sept. 14th from 11am-4pm
  @ Baytown Community Center, 2407 Market St., Baytown

• Fall Harvest Festival Sept. 14th -10am-4pm @ Crosby American Legion

• Kids Fall Fair Sept. 14th - 10am-4pm @ Crosby American Legion

• +Fall Market @ Town Square – Sept. 20^th 10am-2pm 
   213 W. Texas Ave., Baytown

• +Caribbean Vibes Sat. Sept. 20^th 6pm-10pm @ Town Square, Baytown
  Games, activities, dance, Fun for entire family

• +Houston Latin Jazz Orchestra @ Lee College PAC - Sat. Sept. 27th @ 7:30pm

• +Pre-Grito Party at Baytown Town Square [Free] Fri., Oct. 3rd Starts @ 6pm

• +Grito Fest at Bicentennial Park, [Free] Sat. Oct. 4th 4:30 pm – 9 pm

• +Mont Belvieu Market @ the Park Oct. 4th 8am-12pm

• +Deaf Social Where Bakery - Oct. 4th - 11 am @
  Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

• +National Night Out 2025 Mont Belvieu – Tues., Oct. 7th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm

• +ORW Founders Day Free Festival Sat., Oct. 11th - 10am-4pm
  4818 FM North 565 Old River-Winfree Silent & live auction, entertainment, Ethel P. Ramsey bake-off, exhibits, car, truck, and motorcycle show, and free activities for kids! Click for more info

• +Fall Market Trade Days Sat. Oct. 11th 10am-4pm
  @ Baytown Community Center 2407 Market St.

• +Annual Public Safety Softball Tournament [BPD vs BFD]
  Sat., Oct. 18th @11 am @ Wayne Gray Sports Complex - Come out and cheer on the first responders who keep our community safe! Show your team spirit by wearing blue or red—depending on who you’re rooting for. Open to the community—bring your family and friends!

• +Annual Back the Blue BBQ Festival and 5K Family Fun Run Sat. Oct. 18th – 10am-5pm @ Jimmy Burke Activity Center in Deer Park.

• +The “Fab 5” Music Event – Sat. Oct. 25th @ 8 pm – @ Lee College Performing Arts Center - Fund Raiser presented by Baytown Crime Stoppers

Good News for Oyster Lovers:
Texas Protects Reefs
with Major Buyback

If you love oysters and fresh Gulf Coast seafood, there’s good news: Texas just took its biggest step yet to protect wild oyster populations.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) recently purchased 112 commercial oyster licenses from harvesters in a record-setting buyback round. That’s a 21% reduction in the number of active oyster boats in the state — the most significant progress since the program began in 2018.

For years, Texas oyster reefs have been under pressure from overharvesting, hurricanes, floods, and droughts. With more licensed boats on the water than the reefs can sustain, oyster beds have struggled to recover. Fewer oysters don’t just mean fewer on your plate — healthy reefs also filter water, protect shorelines, and provide habitat for fish and marine life.

Why This Year Was Different

Previous buyback rounds had little success — only three licenses retired in the last several years combined. This time, TPWD changed its approach. Instead of letting harvesters name their price, the state offered a flat $30,000 per license.

The move was made possible through a public-private partnership with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation and donors like the Coastal Conservation Association and several Texas philanthropic foundations. Together, they raised the funds needed to make the buyback financially attractive.

Why It Matters Locally

Think about it: a family oyster operation that sells its license frees up space on the water, giving reefs a chance to bounce back. That means healthier bays, stronger marine ecosystems, and a more sustainable supply of oysters for future generations.

“This is a significant victory for conservation and an important move toward alleviating pressure on our public reefs,” said Robby Byers of CCA Texas.

TPWD’s original goal was to buy back 150 licenses, and though they fell short, the 112 secured mark a turning point. Conservationists are calling it the most consequential oyster buyback in Texas history.

👉 Bottom line: If you enjoy oysters on the half shell at a local seafood spot, this program is part of what helps keep that tradition alive. By reducing harvesting pressure today, Texas is giving wild reefs a chance to rebuild — and ensuring that Gulf Coast seafood remains part of our tables tomorrow.

Latin Jazz at Its Finest:
A Night of World-Class Music
in Baytown

The Houston Latin Jazz Orchestra, led by Grammy-nominated music director José Antonio Diaz, is a powerhouse ensemble bringing together some of Houston’s finest Latin jazz artists.

These world-class musicians ignite the stage with the vibrant rhythms and soulful melodies born from the rich traditions of Latin America, fused with the dynamic energy of Houston’s diverse cultural landscape.

Individually, they’ve toured the globe and shared the stage with legends like Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, Chaka Khan, Paquito D’Rivera, Maynard Ferguson, Billy Taylor, David Sanborn, Nestor Torres, Wynton Marsalis, Arturo O’Farrill, Joe Sample, The Jazz Crusaders, Idina Menzel, Ricardo Montaner, La India, and Luis Enrique—and collectively, they create an electrifying musical experience that leaves audiences dancing in their seats.

When: Sat. Sept. 27th @ 7:30 pm

Where: Lee College Performing Arts Center 805 W. Texas Ave., Baytown

Purchase Tickets

Baytown Crime Stoppers
Asking for Your Help

Recognize either of these persons? Baytown Crime Stoppers will pay cash for information that leads to their arrest. All tips remain anonymous — call 281-427-TIPS (8477) or send a tip through the P3 Tips app.

Crime Stoppers Fundraiser
Brings Beatles Tribute Band
“The Fab 5” to Town 🎶

When crime happens in our community, tips to Crime Stoppers often make the difference in bringing suspects to justice. As a nonprofit, Crime Stoppers relies on community support to keep their tip lines open, reward money available, and justice within reach for victims and families.

Now, they’re turning to music to help fuel that mission.

On Sat. Oct. 25th., the Houston-based band The Fab 5 will take the stage for a special fundraiser benefiting Crime Stoppers. Known as one of the top Beatles tribute bands in the nation, The Fab 5 bring the sights and sounds of the 1960s back to life with spot-on vocals, vintage instruments, and those classic Carnaby Street fashions.

For over 35 years, they’ve entertained audiences across the country with note-for-note recreations of the Beatles’ greatest hits and other iconic tunes of the era. They’ve been featured in New Musical Express as one of the top tribute bands in America, and even include a member who toured with The Cast of Beatlemania.

It’s a chance to enjoy an evening of unforgettable music while supporting an organization that works tirelessly to keep our neighborhoods safe.

👉 When: Sat. Oct. 25th @ 8 pm

👉 Where: Lee College Performing Arts Center

👉Purchase Tickets

👉📅 Mark your calendar and plan to sing along with The Fab 5 — all while helping Crime Stoppers continue their vital work

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Job Listings Now on a Separate Page! 🎉

To make scrolling easier for everyone, we’ve moved job listings to a separate page! If you're job hunting, check it out—if not, enjoy a quicker read! 😊👀

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Tuesday’s Quiz: What’s the only continent without native bees?
Answer: B) Antarctica.
Bees are found on every continent except Antarctica, where the harsh climate makes it impossible for them to survive.