Croce Plays Croce
2022-02-27 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Temple Theater on the Angelina College campus, Temple Theater on the Angelina College campus, 3500 South Street, Lufkin, TX, 75901, United States
A.J. Croce performs Croce Plays Croce, a special night of music featuring a complete set of classics by his late father Jim Croce, some of his own tunes, and songs that influenced both him and his father. This special event features such timeless songs as “Operator,” “You Don’t Mess Around with Jim,” “Time in a Bottle,” (a song written for A.J.), “Rapid Roy (The Stock Car Boy), and “Lovers Cross”, to name a few. Throughout the evening, A.J. speaks on his musical connection to his father, painting a picture for the audience of family, artistry, and memory.

Angelina County Republican Party Precinct Conventions
2022-03-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Fairview Baptist Church, 3742 FM 2108, Lufkin TX 75901, Lufkin, TX, 75901, United States
Angelina County Republican Party PRECINCT CONVENTIONS will be held March 8, 2022, 6pm at Fairview Baptist Church located at 3742 FM 2108, Lufkin TX 75901 (on the corner of FM 58 and Airport Road). Our Monthly meeting will also be held this date.

Homer/Bald Hill Community-Wide Yard Sale
2022-03-12 08:00 - 16:00 | The Home Place, 5105 FM-326, Lufkin, TX, 75901, United States
Inside and out sales at The Home Place with many vendors, and at many homes in the surrounding communities of Homer/Bald Hill.

Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
2022-03-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Temple Theater on the Angelina College campus, Temple Theater on the Angelina College campus, 3500 South Street, Lufkin, TX, 75901, United States
Roald Dahl’s amazing tale is now Lufkin’s golden ticket! It’s the perfect recipe for a delectable treat: songs from the original film, including “Pure Imagination,” “The Candy Man,” and “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket,” alongside a toe-tapping and ear-tickling new score from the songwriters of Hairspray.
Willy Wonka is opening his marvelous and mysterious chocolate factory…to a lucky few. That includes Charlie Bucket, whose bland life is about to burst with color and confection beyond his wildest dreams. He and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a mesmerizing joyride through a world of pure imagination. Now’s your chance to experience the wonders of Wonka like never before – get ready for Oompa-Loompas, incredible inventions, the great glass elevator, and more, more, more at this everlasting showstopper!
See more here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1796155700571582/
Picture from Angelina Arts Alliance

Dogwood Festival
2022-03-19 - 2022-03-20, 2022-03-25 - 2022-03-26, 2022-04-02 | Woodville, Texas
This festival is the oldest outdoor historical pageant in the South and calls attention to the beauty of the area. The festival features live bluegrass, gospel, and country music; a village tour; demonstrations; exhibits; trail rides, a parade; a rodeo; a 5K fun run; car and motorcycle exhibit; arts and crafts; food; a coronation ceremony; historical play; and fireworks. The 2022 festival includes three weekends of fun-filled activities: the Festival of Arts weekend (March 19-20), Western Weekend (March 25-26), and Queen’s Weekend (April 2).

Kids Spring Festival
2022-03-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Festival Park, 507 S Pecan St, Nacogdoches, TX 75961, Nacogdoches, TX, 75961, United States
We can’t wait for the Day for Kids Spring Fest!!! Come join us March 19, 2021 at Festival Park in Nacogdoches from 11am-2pm. We will have Food Trucks, Live Music, Inflatables, Dunking booth, Roselake Ranch with their petting zoo, Rockwall, Barrel Train Ride, Pony Rides, Community Booths and much more!

Azalea Festival
2022-03-19 10:00 - 16:00 | Sandy Creek Park, Jasper, TX, United States
The Jasper Lake Sam Rayburn Chamber of Commerce is pleased to bring you the Annual Azalea Festival! Our festival will be held once again in the new Sandy Creek Park on Marvin Hancock Drive in Jasper, Texas on March 19, 2022. Applications are ready now. Vendors, stop in and grab your application or email jaspercc@jaspercoc.org.
Image from: https://jaspercoc.org/monthly-event-calendar/

The Malpass Brothers
2022-03-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Pines Theater, 113 S 1st St, Lufkin, TX, 75901, United States
If you like cornbread & hush puppies, you’re gonna love The Malpass Brothers! Steeped in the legacy of the Louvin Brothers, Johnny Cash, Marty Robbins, Hank Williams, Sr. & others, The Malpass Brothers have appeared on stages from the Shetland Islands to the Grand Ole Opry. Count on classic, real country, new Malpass tunes, and old-time gospels.

March Power Networking Breakfast
2022-03-25 08:00 - 09:30 | Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce, 1615 S. Chestnut, Lufkin, TX, 75901, United States
Join us for the March Power Networking Breakfast on Friday, March 25 at 8 AM in the Chamber Community Room. We will hear from Christopher Powell, Founder of HOMEFRONT ISC as he discusses “Leadership vs. Management.”
Presenting Sponsor – Servpro of Lufkin & Nacogdoches.

Photo courtesy of Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce

Swing in the Streets
2022-03-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Nacogdoches behind the Convention and Visitors Bureau, 200 E Main St, Nacogdoches, TX, 75961, United States
Nac Swing Dance and Visit Nacogdoches bring you Swing In The Streets, an evening of swing music and swing dancing that is FREE and open to the public on the square in downtown Nacogdoches. This event is part of the monthly Nac Snack Fridays, which feature live music and food trucks on the historic downtown square of Nacogdoches. Enjoy live music by Old Town Brass Band, a local New Orleans-style swing band. Come to dance, to enjoy the music, or a little bit of both. Either way, you won’t want to miss this magical evening on the brick streets of Nacogdoches!
11:00am — Food trucks open
6:30–7:15 — Beginner Swing Lesson
7:15-9:30 — Live music by Old Town Brass Band
8:15 — Vintage Costume Contest & Performance by the ETX Lindy Brigade

Angelina Republican Party County Convention
2022-03-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Fairview Baptist Church, 3742 FM 2108, Lufkin TX 75901, Lufkin, TX, 75901, United States
The Angelina County Republican Party County Convention will be Saturday, March 26th, 2022, 10am at Fairview Baptist Church located at 3742 FM 2108, in Lufkin TX 75901.

Raiders of the Lost Zoo Treasure Hunt
2022-03-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Ellen Trout Zoo, 402 Zoo Circle, Lufkin, TX, 75904, United States
Calling all explorers to complete 10 adventurous activities around Ellen Trout Zoo to collect treasure map pieces that lead to a hidden prize box!
Check in at the front of the zoo to begin your adventure.

The treasure hunt takes about 1 hour to complete.
Last entry for the event at 3 pm.

Tickets: https://71959.blackbaudhosting.com/71959/Raiders-of-the-Lost-Zoo-2022?fbclid=IwAR1HrQs82pgJqddn8CCBS2_eqVDjD0REw0Fv0Mfg-vDa4Yq_u61_41hURK0
*Printed tickets not required, Ellen Trout Zoo will have a roster of registrants at the entrance.
**Chaperones or family members of participants will need to pay separate general admission or use their FOETZ membership to enter the zoo.

Photo courtesy of Ellen Trout Zoo

Pines Presents: David Phelps
2022-03-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Pines Theater, 113 S 1st St, Lufkin, TX, 75901, United States
Faith-based singer, songwriter, and keyboardist David Phelps is credited among today’s most spectacular voices. After graduating from Baylor University with a degree in Vocal Performance in 1992, he served as a member of the popular and prestigious Gaither Vocal Band for nearly 20 years, earning numerous Dove Awards, Grammy Awards, and releasing multiple platinum-selling recording projects. Phelps’ seemingly endless vocal range, which extends more than three octaves, coupled with his gift for communicating a song, has brought the house down in the world’s most prestigious venues.

Celtic Angels Ireland
2022-04-01 19:30 - 21:00 | Crockett Civic Center
Celebrating their cherished heritage through Irish dance, music, and song is something these entertainers take very seriously. You’ll be enthralled from the moment the lights dim as the sweet and stirring songs of Ireland, rigorously precise dances, and traditional musicianship carry you to Ireland on wings of music.

Shelby County Grill Fest
2022-04-02 | Shelby County Expo Center/Rodeo Arena, 980 TX-7 E, Center, TX, 75935, United States
Grill Fest is a sanctioned barbecue cook-off.
Included are:
-Cash Prizes
-Washer Pitching Tournament
-42 Tournament
-Music
-Free and open to the public
-Great barbecue samples and a fun time!

Movie in the Park
2022-04-08 19:00 - 21:30 | Festival Park, 507 S Pecan St, Nacogdoches, TX 75961, Nacogdoches, TX, 75961, United States
Join us for our 3rd Annual Movie in the Park at Festival Park in Nacogdoches. We will be showing Encanto. The movie, and the other activities, will start April 8, 2022, at 7:00 p.m.; Free Admission.
There will be music, games, vendor booths, emergency responders and a petting zoo presented by Rose Lake Ranch.
This is brought to you by Nacogdoches Pediatric Dentistry and Harold’s House.

Randall King at Banita
2022-04-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Banita Creek Hall, 401 WEST MAIN, NACOGDOCHES, TX, 75961, United States
Now produced by traditional torchbearers Bart Butler and Ryan Gore (Jon Pardi), King is bringing an organic, timeless sound to country’s mainstream with his major label debut album Shot Glass. The 11-song collection, seven of which co-written by King, centers around a night out at a bar, with each track representing a different point of view of those in the room. With over 120+ million career streams to his name, the Pandora and Country Now 2022 Country Artist to Watch is looking to the anywhere-and-everywhere future with music that captures the essence of a Western poet who’s never been afraid to be himself.
Please contact venue regarding Covid-19 protocols.

Hippity Hoppity Market 2022
2022-04-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Nacogdoches Farmer’s Market, 107 Pearl St, Nacogdoches, Nacogdoches, TX, 75961, United States
Local produce, baked goods, eggs, cheese, jellies, canned goods, honey, personal care products, local wineries, and locally produced crafts.
The Farmer’s Market is a Smoke FREE facility per city code.
We welcome animals on a leash.

Boggy Slough and Early Texas Gardening
2022-04-19 18:30 - 20:30 | Angelina County Extension Office, 2201 S. Medford Dr., Lufkin, Texas
This Tuesday, April 19 starting at 6:30 pm, the Angelina County Extension Office will be hosting Jonathan Gerland as a speaker. His topic is “Horticultural practices by Caddo Indians and early settlers in East Texas.”
There is no fee. Books will be available for purchase. For more information call (936) 634-6414.

Angelina Benefit Rodeo
2022-04-20 - 2022-04-24 | George H. Henderson, Jr. Expo Center
The Angelina Benefit Rodeo celebrates over a half century of great Professional Rodeo action deep in the east Texas pines.

Power Networking Breakfast
2022-04-22 08:00 - 09:00 | Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce, 1615 S. Chestnut, Lufkin, TX, 75901, United States
April’s Power Networking Breakfast featuring Kaylene Eckels.

Shred Day-Angelina Beautiful/Clean
2022-04-22 09:00 - 12:00 | Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce, 1615 S. Chestnut, Lufkin, TX, 75901, United States
Help AB/C celebrate Earth Day by bringing your unwanted documents to the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce on April 22nd, 9 am – 12 pm for secure, on-site, and eco-friendly shredded disposal from Security Shredding. Our event is free for Angelina county residents. Businesses may participate but are limited to 5 boxes.
Shred Day helps to provide Angelina County residents with a secure and eco-friendly way to dispose of their personal documents like bank statements, tax files, and medical records at no cost to Angelina County residents!
Donations are greatly appreciated, and thank you for helping AB/C in our mission of beautifying Angelina County!
Questions? Contact Emily Thornton at 936-632-5326 or
email ethornton@lufkintexas.org

Springfest
2022-04-23 | Downtown Lufkin, Downtown Lufkin, Lufkin, TX, United States
This years Springfest will feature live music, a jeep and bike show, a family zone, and local food trucks & vendors and much, much MORE. Admission into Springfest is FREE, so bring the whole family out for a great day of fun! Springfest features: Free admission all day long, live music & entertainment, arts & crafts, shopping, food, jeep and bike show, Kids Zone Bubble POP, mobile ART, park street performers, 50th Annual Hushpuppy Championship, and activities for the whole family!

East Texas Giving Day
2022-04-26
East Texas Giving Day brings the region together as one community, raising money and awareness for our local nonprofits. The 18-hour online giving challenge officially happens on April 26, 2022 but you can start your impact today by making a donation to one of the participating nonprofits. This event is designed to inspire people to give generously of both time and treasure to nonprofits helping to make our region stronger, creating a thriving community for all.

Mega Job Fest & Business Showcase
2022-04-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Pitser Garrison Convention Center
A hiring event that brings together employers in specific industries with job seekers who have experience or training in the following industry sectors: General and business services, retail and hospitality, manufacturing transportation and warehousing, and finally health care and education.
Contact Kristina Taylor at ktaylor@detwork.org or call (936) 639-1351.

DETCOG April Board Meeting
2022-04-28 12:00 - 14:00 | John D. Windham Civic Center
The Deep East Texas Council of Governments’ Board of Directors will hold their regular monthly meeting Thursday, April 28, 2022, in the Windham Civic Center at 146 Express Blvd in Center, Texas. A Luncheon will be served at noon, and the Board meeting will be held immediately thereafter.
Welcoming members and guests will be Shelby County Judge Allison Harbison, Center Mayor David Chadwick and Shelby County Commissioners Roscoe McSwain, Jimmy Lout, Stevie Smith and Tom Bellmyer also Shelby County Minority Representative, Debra Johnson.
DETCOG’s President, Nacogdoches City Council Member, Roy Boldon would like to extend an invitation to the meeting to all interested parties. Anyone needing information concerning this event may contact the Deep East Texas Council of Governments office on Lufkin at 936-634-2247.

Veterans Benefit Golf Tournament
2022-04-30 07:30 - 12:00 | Woodland Hills Golf Course, 359 Co Rd 5021, Nacogdoches, TX, 75964, United States
Four player scramble lunch and player gift bags supporting Local Veterans organizations. 1st, 2nd, 3rd place plagues and cash prizes.

Rx Drug Take Back Day
2022-04-30 10:00 - 14:00 | Angelina County Sheriff’s Office, 2311 E Lufkin Ave, Lufkin, TX, 75901, United States
Prescription Drug Take Back Day in partnership with the Angelina County Sheriff’s Office, Abeldt’s Gaslight Pharmacy, The Coalition, and Angelina Beautiful/Clean.
This is a safe way to dispose of all unused and expired medications. Includes prescription, over-the-counter medications, and pet meds! The only forms of medications not accepted are liquids and aerosols.
This event is completely free and anonymous!
