Civic Center to fly back open in August
Director of the Robert A. “Bob” Bowers Civic Center, Adam Saunders, said Thursday that the center is entering its final phase of reconstruction after being closed since Hurricane Rita blew through town. The center will have its grand opening in early September, although no specific date has been set.
Saunders said the inside of the building is brand new and completely redesigned. The calendar of events is already filling up, which shows how much the area needs the Civic Center, he said.
The first two events will come in August, including a bird show on Aug. 18 and 19.
Ned nursery partners with ‘Friends’ for PA library makeover
The Friends of the Port Arthur Public Library announced Thursday that they recently completed the landscaping project now seen around the library grounds.
After several months of contacting local nurseries and landscapers, three local companies presented their designs to the group's board of directors. The final decision was given to the library directors, and Cook's Nursery in Nederland was chosen for the job.
Besides beds of plants and palm trees, several benches and a bird bath have been installed, giving patrons a place to sit and enjoy the view. The group hopes that all citizens will drive by and stop to enjoy the sight provided by The Friends of the Library, which conducts fundraising for items and programs not provided for by the regular budget of the library. For information on joining the organization, call 982-6223 or 985-8838, ext. 33.
Rumor is ... you can get fit on Thomas Blvd.
Justice of the Peace Bob Morgan recently told a News’ staffer that all that construction happening on Thomas Boulevard is paving the way for a new bike and walk trail. Hopefully, the trails will be complete in time for a crisp autumn stroll.
LifeShare says thanks to local blood donors
In a letter to News’ writer Amy Moore, LifeShare Donor Resources Coordinator Jamie Lombardo said LifeShare’s 65th Anniversary drive was a “huge success.”
“We collected 301 units of blood last Friday. Wow! That is almost unheard of,” Lombardo writes. LifeShare supplies hospitals in nine area counties with blood. To find out where you can donate, call 1-800-256-5289.
Lifestyles
June 28, 2007
Community Scoop! Civic Center flys open in August
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Martin Luther King III to visit two area schools
The students, parents and employees at Memorial High School in Port Arthur and Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School in Beaumont are gearing up for a visit from the son of late civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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CAST season to feature five concerts for music lovers
For its 2007-2008 season the Concert Association of Southeast Texas will present five concerts at the Performing Arts Center of Nederland High School. The first concert, on Sunday, Oct. 28, will feature the Houston Symphony.
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Culinary gets grillin'
When I started covering Groves City Council this summer, one of the first topics given to me was Councilman Larry Perio’s Grillin’ in Groves.
- Honor Our Heroes in Groves Mid-County has a lot going on.
- Community Scoop: Hilton is back Keep up with good news in the community.
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Apron book offers nostalgic ties to the past
Remember your grandmother's apron? A new book recalls aprons of old and gives a pattern for the new.
- Shangri-La opening delayed until March 2008 The opening of the Shangri-La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center, originally scheduled for October 5, has been moved back to March 2008.
- You've got to believe in 'Peter Pan' production Local musical has big scope, big cast.
- Meet your Matcha Matcha tea, baking finds and hot potatoes make summer fun.
- Community Scoop! Civic Center flys open in August Read more to find out what's new at the Civic Center, happening on Thomas Blvd. and going on with some of your 'Friends'
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