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

Superintendent’s Vision Pushes
Goose Creek CISD Toward
a Stronger Future

We’d like to congratulate Dr. Randal O'Brien for being spotlighted in a recent feature highlighting the direction and progress of Goose Creek CISD. Under his leadership, the district is focusing on stronger communication, expanded career pathways, and deeper community involvement—three priorities shaping a more connected and future-ready school system.

To modernize communication, the district recently adopted ParentSquare, giving families and community members a direct way to ask questions, get timely answers, and stay informed without juggling multiple outdated tools.

Goose Creek CISD has also launched “GC 2035,” a long-range planning initiative built with input from about 100 community volunteers, including parents, business owners, and local residents. Their feedback is helping shape future programs and facilities to support the district’s continued growth.

Career preparation remains a major emphasis. The district now offers 10 career academies across its five high schools, each with industry-aligned certifications designed to prepare students for college, technical training, or immediate workforce opportunities—especially within the Gulf Coast’s expanding industrial sectors.

The district is also investing in its staff through supportive initiatives such as district-run childcare, which helps younger educators and employees stay rooted in the community while balancing work and family responsibilities.

You can read the full article and learn more about these initiatives by clicking here.

Stay Safe and Warm:
5 Heater Tips for
Cooler Weather

The Mont Belvieu Fire Department wants to remind everyone:

With the weather getting a lot cooler, everyone is turning on their heaters for the first time this season.
Here are 5 easy tips to keep you both safe and warm:

🔥 Keep flammable materials at least 3 feet away from furnaces, fireplaces, and space heaters.
🍳 Never use an oven or stovetop to heat your home. These appliances were only intended to cook food.
🔧 Have a qualified professional inspect and clean your heating system. Now is the perfect time to make sure you're all set for the chilly weather ahead. And, be sure trash, paint, and other flammable materials are nowhere near your heating system.
🔌 Don't use an extension cord with a space heater, as they can overheat and cause a fire. Also, don't ever leave space heaters unattended or use them overnight while you are sleeping.
🚨 Test your smoke alarms and Carbon Monoxide (CO) detectors once a month. Probably a good idea to go ahead and replace those batteries too.

National Mutt Day:
Celebrating the Dogs
Who Need Us Most

National Mutt Day shines a light on the many mixed-breed dogs waiting in shelters for a second chance. These pups come in all shapes and personalities, often with the best traits of several breeds wrapped into one loyal companion.

Adopting a mutt doesn’t just change a dog’s life—it helps make room for the next animal in need. If you’ve been thinking about adding a pet to your family, today is the perfect reminder to check out the local shelters. You may find a playful buddy, a gentle soul, or a goofy sidekick who instantly feels like home.

Take a look at the examples below—your next best friend might be waiting for you.

Adoption Spotlight: Local Shelter Dogs Looking for Homes

Those two sweet pups from Baytown Animal Services [pictured above] are great examples of the wonderful mixed-breed dogs available across all three local shelters listed below. If you’re thinking about adding a furry friend to your home, these boys are the perfect reminder of just how much love is waiting for a second chance.

Meet “Meat Loaf” (A073074) & “Pot Roast” (A073075)

These two 11-month-old, neutered boys have been waiting nearly four months for a family, and they’re more than ready for their fresh start. Full of energy and personality, they’re the kind of pups who can turn an ordinary afternoon into an adventure—then curl up for cuddles once they’ve worn themselves out.

Whether you’re interested in adopting one or both, Meat Loaf and Pot Roast are the type of dogs who bring joy, laughter, and loyalty to the families who bring them home.

All adoption fees are currently waived, and no appointment is needed to stop by and meet the animals in person. You can also view all available pets anytime at 24petconnect.com/bayt.

Ready to visit in person? Here are the shelters where you can meet more amazing dogs.

City of Baytown Animal Services 
705 N. Robert Lanier Drive, Baytown
281-422-7600

Mont Belvieu Animal Shelter
3831 Perry Avenue, Mont Belvieu
281-576-2417

La Porte Adoption Center & Animal Shelter
10901 Spencer Hwy, La Porte
281-471-3810

🧥 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.🧥

🛍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: Genetic testing of mixed-breed dogs has shown that many “mystery mutts” often contain small percentages of unexpected breeds. Which factor most contributes to these surprising results?
Answer: B
Mixed-breed dogs often carry traces of breeds from many generations back. Because owners usually only see the most recent ancestry, deeper DNA analysis frequently reveals breeds that aren’t physically obvious.