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.

• Fall Market @ Town Square – Nov. 15th 10am-2pm  213 W. Texas Ave., Baytown

• Nerd Con Truly Outrageous  Nov. 15th from 10am-6pm @ Eagle Pointe Recreation Complex, Mont Belvieu

• +Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Sat. Dec. 13th - 9 AM to 2 PM -City of Baytown Storage Facility (1200 Lee Drive & Riggs Street).

• Deaf Social Where Bakery - Jan. 3rd - 11 am @ Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

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

Treasure Hunt Alert! 🪑

✨ Lee College Surplus Center is selling tables, chairs, office furniture & more!

Snag your next great find before it’s gone!

Students & Staff: Nov. 14th.

Public: Nov. 21st.

First come, first served!

Slow Down, Move Over

On Houston’s crowded freeways, Harris County deputies with the Motorist Assistance Program (MAP) are often the only thing standing between stranded drivers and a potential crash.

Since 1986, MAP has assisted more than 1.1 million motorists — changing tires, towing vehicles, and keeping drivers safe at no cost.

💡 Remember: Texas law requires you to slow down 20 mph below the posted speed limit or move over for emergency vehicles and tow trucks. 

Failing to do so can cost more than a fine — it can cost a life. 

📞 Need help on the freeway? Call 713-CALL-MAP (713-225-5627) or dial *627 on Verizon Wireless.

🎷Baytown Jazz Band 🎷

Lee College invites the community to come and support local musicians as the Baytown Jazz Band and Lee College students bring the groove to life!

Friday, Nov. 21st @ 7:30 pm at the Performing Arts Center

On the Right Track:
Baytown Pushes for Rail Solutions

From Jason Calder, City of Baytown

Baytown is a city that moves. From thriving industrial partners to families commuting to school and work, our community depends on clear roads and open crossings. However, many of us have experienced the frustration of waiting at a blocked railroad crossing. Trains can stop for long stretches, cutting off access to neighborhoods, businesses, and sometimes even emergency vehicles.

We are listening. This issue remains one of our top priorities, and City leaders are advocating at every level to find relief for residents.

A Challenge Decades in the Making

Baytown’s rail lines were here long before many of our neighborhoods and industries. These tracks remain critical for moving goods that fuel global industry and strengthen our local and national economy. But as train traffic grows, so do the challenges. Cities like Baytown have very limited authority to demand action on rail operations, but that’s not stopping us from pushing back.

Bringing Union Pacific to the Table

Baytown officials meet regularly with Union Pacific leadership to discuss blocked crossings, safety issues, and other community concerns. What began as a difficult conversation has evolved into an ongoing partnership. Union Pacific now keeps a list of Baytown’s Top 10 “hot spots” posted in their dispatch center to help crews stay aware of problem areas.

Teamwork at Every Level

The City continues to raise awareness of these issues with state and federal partners. Councilman Jacob Powell is meeting with Union Pacific leadership to provide a firsthand look at trouble spots across Baytown. Councilwoman Laura Alvarado recently hosted a meeting with TxDOT, Senator Carol Alvarado’s office, and City representatives to explore new state funding opportunities for grade separations. These projects separate roads and rail lines to prevent crossing blockages. It is a long and competitive process, but we will keep fighting and working for solutions.

What You Can Do

👉 Residents can help by reporting blocked crossings in these ways:

👉 Better Baytown App or baytown.org:

👉 Report blocked crossings and include as much detail as possible, such as photos and location information. Each report helps us track the growing number of incidents and ensures Union Pacific leadership understands the real impact on our community.

Union Pacific’s Response Management Communications Center (UPRMCC):

👉 Contact the UPRMCC, staffed by a live representative, at 888-877-7267 or 800-848-8715. When reporting, include the crossing identification number that is found on the blue sign near the crossing gates. Also, include the nearby cross streets.

Blocked Crossing Incident Reporter:

👉 Use the Federal Railroad Administration’s online tool to submit an issue.

Baytown can’t fix this alone. But together, we can make sure our voice stays strong, our message stays clear, and our community stays moving on the right track.

NOTICE!
Railroad Crossing
Closure Today!!

The railroad crossing on East Cedar Bayou Lynchburg Road will be closed today, Friday, (11/14) from 7 AM to 5 PM for repairs.

🛍Local Garage, Yard & Estate Sales!🏷

Please help us spread the word: 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 week’s issue!

Friendly Note: Garage and Estate sales are as unpredictable as the Texas weather—sometimes they pop up, sometimes they blow away! 🌦️ Hosts may change times, addresses, or even cancel altogether. We just share the info; the rest is part of the treasure-hunting adventure. 🛍️

📌 Estate Sales

12510 Mystery Lane, Baytown 
Thur. – Sun., Nov. 13th-16th from 8am-4pm
Furniture, kitchen items, sewing machine, washer & dryer, +++

1702 Shoshoni, Deer Park
Fri-Sun, Nov. 14th-16th from 9am-6 pm
Lots of kitchenware, beautiful furnishings, curio cabinets full of collectibles, decorations, beds, KitchenAid stand mixer, Pyrex, +++

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! 😊👀

Click job listings page

Thursday’s Quiz: In what Texas national park can you hike through desert, mountain, and river landscapes all in one day?
Answer:  A) Big Bend National Park
Big Bend’s 800,000 acres span the Chihuahuan Desert, the Chisos Mountains, and the Rio Grande River — a showcase of Texas diversity.