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.

• +La Porte Main Street Trade Days Sat., Dec. 6th, from10AM-2PM
  Downtown La Porte.

• +Cookie Crawl Sat. Dec. 6th from 11:30am to 1:30pm Click for map & details

• +Bay Area Philharmonic Sat. Dec. 6th @ 7:30 pm @ 200 Lee Dr., Baytown
  Lee College PAC Info & Tickets

• 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

• +Family Wellness Festival [Goose Creek CISD] Jan. 31st from 9am-12pm
  @ Ross S. Sterling High School

  For a complete events calendar click here

🧥 Winter Coat Drive 🧥

Baytown Municipal Court is hosting the 4th Annual Winter Coat Drive.

Please donate new or gently used coats to support neighbors in need.

Every coat makes a difference.

📆 When: Dec. 1–22, 2025
🗺 Drop-off: 3120 North Main Street, Baytown
🕐 Hours: Mon–Thurs: 7:30 AM–5:30 PM and Fri: 7:30 AM–11:30 AM
❓ Questions? 📞 Call 281-427-9511
Help keep our community warm this season.🧥

CoolxDad Finds a Home in Baytown:
How City’s Fatherhood Initiative
Sparked a Powerful Partnership

CoolxDad’s arrival in Baytown began with the City’s commitment to strengthen families through its Fatherhood Initiative, supported by opioid settlement funding dedicated to prevention and community wellness. As the City worked to create meaningful support systems for local dads, it became clear that Baytown was ready for a partner who shared that mission.

That initiative is what brought CoolxDad founder Kevin Barnett to the table. It was the catalyst, the invitation, and the bridge that connected an established fatherhood movement with a community eager for deeper resources.

“When we learned about Baytown’s dedication to fathers, we knew this was a city aligned with who we are,” Kevin said. “The Fatherhood Initiative showed us that Baytown was not just talking about supporting dads. The City was already doing the work.”

Gaining Momentum

When CoolxDad announced it was exploring a presence in Baytown, the organization took its usual approach: listen first, talk second. What followed was a surge of momentum made possible by both the community and the City’s early efforts.

“Fathers started reaching out to us the moment the news went out. Community leaders opened doors and the City kept guiding us toward families who would benefit from this work,” Kevin said.

He added, “Baytown did not just welcome us, but embraced the mission.”

Kevin said the partnership with the City created the perfect launchpad.

“The City’s Fatherhood Initiative made it clear that this community was ready and it made us want to be a part of Baytown in a real way.”

The warmth and openness of Baytown families stood out to Kevin immediately.

“Baytown values faith, family, and showing up for each other. That is exactly what CoolxDad is built on. People here are ready to grow. They are ready to connect.”

CoolxTips Launch

It’s time for that connection as CoolxDad is ready to introduce its first local program. CoolxTips, launching January 15th, will be a series of meetings every third Thursday that provide guidance, tools, and meaningful conversations for fathers.

Kevin said, “This is more than a meetup. It’s the start of our rhythm in Baytown. We want every father who walks in to feel seen, valued, and supported.”

The launch of CoolxTips comes on the heels of a new documentary featuring Baytown fathers.

He said, “By capturing their stories of growth, struggle, faith, and resilience, we aimed to show Baytown that its fathers are already powerful leaders. The film wasn’t about shining a light on CoolxDad, but shining a light on them.”

A Vision for the Future

While CoolxDad’s Houston headquarters is a well-known hub for creativity, mentorship, and healing, Kevin’s vision for Baytown is intentionally unique.

He said, “The space that we hope to build here would bring something authentic, not a copy and paste of our Houston location. It will be shaped by Baytown’s fathers, Baytown’s culture, and Baytown’s families. That’s the vision.”

A vision for the future that builds on a strong commitment to the community.

“CoolxDad is not about perfection, but about presence. Our goal is to uplift fathers and strengthen communities. We create spaces where men can be honest and vulnerable. We are ready to build something powerful here.”

As CoolxDad takes shape in Baytown, the foundation remains clear. It started with a City that believed in fathers, invested in them, and created the spark that brought a national movement to the local level. And now, together, this is only the beginning of something special.

By Jason Calder

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CoolxDad Presents: #BeACoolDad – The Baytown Story

Baytown Police Report Several
New Theft Cases Last Week

Baytown police have reported several new theft-related incidents across the city last week, including multiple vehicle thefts and the loss of valuable equipment.

One report involved the theft of a red 2017 Chevrolet Silverado from the 7400 block of Eastpoint Blvd., valued at around $18,000. In another case, officers recovered an unreported stolen vehicle worth approximately $7,000 after locating it in the 7500 block of Decker Dr.

Police also responded to a theft in the 4000 block of North Highway 146, where both a vehicle and a large amount of welding and power equipment were reported stolen. The losses, according to the report, included more than $7,100 in tools, plus an additional $4,600 in power and hand equipment.

These incidents serve as a reminder to secure vehicles, remove valuables from sight, and stay alert—especially as the holiday season brings increased activity in neighborhoods and shopping areas.

We’ll continue sharing these updates to help keep our community informed and aware.

Goose Creek ISD Annual
Family Wellness Festival

Save the Date: 
📆Goose Creek ISD Annual Family Wellness Festival on January 31st, from 9 AM to 12 PM, at Ross S. Sterling High School.

The morning will be filled with fun activities, free health resources, and special moments for all students, families, employees and community members.

🛍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. 🛍️

📌 Check back on Thursday, Dec. 4th.

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

Tuesday’s Quiz: Texas has a rare natural feature known as a karst landscape, which forms through the dissolution of limestone and creates caves, sinkholes, and underground streams. Which region of Texas contains the state’s largest concentration of karst formations?
Answer:  C
The Edwards Plateau and Hill Country region sit atop massive limestone beds. Over millions of years, water has carved out caverns, springs, and sinkholes, making it the most extensive karst area in Texas.