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Fields of Faith (Jasper County)
2023-09-28 08:00 - 10:30 (America/Chicago) | Bulldog Stadium
Fields of Faith is your Saw You at The Pole Celebration. Join us at the Bulldog Stadium to be encouraged. There will be live music, free food, testimonies, and an overall great time to gather with other believers.

Everyone is invited. Doors open at 6 pm and the event kicks off at 7 pm. Grab a friend and join us!
Date/Time Information:
Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 8 am
Location:
Bulldog Stadium

Elected Officials Reception (Angelina County)
2023-09-28 17:30 - 19:00 | Crown Colony Country Club, 900 Crown Colony Dr., Lufkin, TX, 75901, United States
Join us Thursday, September 28, for the annual Elected Officials Reception, presented by Oncor. We are excited to show our appreciation for Angelina County’s elected officials and hope you can attend.
Thank you to our additional sponsors.
Gold Sponsors: McWilliams Heating, Cooling & Plumbing and The Lufkin Daily News
Silver Sponsors: Lufkin Economic Development Corporation and MSGPR Ltd Co
Bronze Sponsor: Lee Trans
Cheers with the Chamber Sponsor: Crown Colony Country Club
Please register for this FREE event so we can get a head count >> bit.ly/elected2023
We hope to see you there!

Suicide Prevention Fundraiser (Polk County)
2023-09-29 10:00 - 14:00 | 3748 US 59 N Livingston Tx 77351
Pulled Pork Sandwich Luncheon & Mental Health Tshirt Fundraiser- Delivery available inside Livingston (contact to pre-order)

Date and Time
Friday Sep 29, 2023
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM CDT

Location
3748 US 59 N Livingston Tx 77351

Fees/Admission
$15 for lunch; $20/t-shirt

Website
http://Serenityhousecounseling.com

Contact Information
Serenity House Counseling 936-259-2119 Info@serenityhousecounseling.com
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ETAL Coffee House Gathering (Jasper County)
2023-10-02 17:30 - 19:30 | ETAL Coffee House Gathering
Bring your music, poetry, books, tall tales, and your favorite dish. Come join the fun. It’s free and open to the public young and old.
Location:
364 N Austin
Jasper, 75951
ETAL Coffee House Gathering
Date/Time Information:
Monday Sep 04 2023, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Monday Oct 02 2023, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

National Night Out (Jasper County)
2023-10-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Jasper Police Department on Main Street
Come join the fun and support our local first responders and surrounding businesses during the annual “National Night Out” on Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023, from 6-8pm at Jasper Police Department on Main Street. Children will be able to enjoy looking at the response vehicles along with hands-on learning opportunities. For more information or questions please contact Lieutenant Joshua Hadnot at 409-383-6183 as the City of Jasper welcomes all businesses to participate in this event.

Power Hour (Polk County)
2023-10-04 08:00 - 09:00 | Lone Star Charlie’s Family Restaurant
Date and Time
Wednesday Oct 4, 2023
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM CDT

Location
Lone Star Charlie’s Family Restaurant
4591 US 59 S
Livingston, TX 77351

Fees/Admission
Dutch Meal

Website
The Chamber

Contact Information
936.327.4929
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Passion for Purple Luncheon (Angelina County)
2023-10-04 11:30 - 13:00 | Pitser Garrison Convention Center
Experience an extraordinary afternoon of hope and solidarity at the Passion for Purple Luncheon, hosted by the Family Crisis Center of East Texas.
Join the agency for this inaugural sit-down luncheon during Domestic Violence Awareness Month to raise awareness and critical funds for survivors.
Experience an engaging keynote speech, enter to win exciting prizes, and enjoy a delectable meal, all while supporting and empowering survivors of domestic violence.
The agency is thrilled to welcome a special guest, Tracy Rector, a survivor and executive producer of the impactful film “No Ordinary Love.” Tracy’s insights and journey are sure to leave a lasting impression. Make sure not to miss the screening of her film at the Pines Theater at 6 PM on the same day.

Date and Time
Wednesday Oct 4, 2023
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM CDT

Wednesday, October 4. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.

Location
Pitser Garrison Convention Center

Fees/Admission
Sponsorships available. Individual tickets go on sale Sept. 5.

Website
http://familycrisiscenterofeasttexas.com

Contact Information
Melissa Wheeler
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3rd Annual Cookies and Cocoa Community Event (Shelby County)
2023-10-05 08:00 - 11:00, 2023-10-06 08:00 - 11:00, 2023-10-07 08:00 - 11:00 | The Poultry Festival
Drop off your gently used or new books at the Chamber Booth to help F L Moffett with their Cookies and Cocoa Community event!
Date/Time Information:
October 5-7, 2023
From Thursday to Saturday
Location:
The Poultry Festival
The Chamber Booth located near the bandstand (On the Grass)

47th Annual East Texas Poultry Festival (Shelby County)
2023-10-05 10:00 - 2023-10-07 18:00 | Downtown Shelby, Shelby
Opening ceremonies begin at 10am on Thursday, October 5, 2023. There will be food vendors, arts and crafts vendors, shows, cake decorating, contests and more! You will not want to miss such an awesome festival so be sure to mark your calendar for Oct. 5-7!

First Friday Luncheon (Angelina County)
2023-10-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Crown Colony Country Club, 900 Crown Colony Dr., Lufkin, TX, 75901, United States
Join us next Friday, October 6, for our First Friday Luncheon as State Representative Trent Ashby will give a legislative update and we will also present this year’s Jack O. (Butch) McMullen Silver Spike Award.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor – Lufkin Coca Cola Bottling Company
Silver Spike Presenting Sponsor – Southside Bank
Silver Spike Silver Sponsor – The Advanced Financial Group
Media Sponsor – The Lufkin Daily News
On-time Drawing Sponsor – Servpro of Lufkin & Nacogdoches
Please arrive early as this will be a well-attended event.
Register by Wednesday, October 4 to be entered to win $100 >>> bit.ly/OctFFL23
Date/Time Information:
Friday, October 6, 2023
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CDT
Location:
Crown Colony Country Club

Grand Opening at Old Orchard Park Presented by: Armory Disc Golf and Pineywoods Disc Golf Club (Angelina County)
2023-10-07 08:00 - 17:30 | Old Orchard Park, Old Orchard Park, Stubblefield, Diboll, TX, 75941, United States
Grand Opening at Old Orchard Park Presented by: Armory Disc Golf and Pineywoods Disc Golf Club – October 7, 2023
We’re excited our announce our Grand Opening Tournament that we’re partnering with Armory Disc Golf to help us run. Thankful for Dustin Sanford and Nick Willis Support to our club. Also, grateful to the City of Diboll and Jason Arnold to allow us the opportunity to install a course that we’ve already enjoyed so much so far.
The Players Pack will include a custom stamped disc from Lone Star Disc, a mini, and Custom Printed Towel! Keep an eye out for additional info.

Catfish Festival 2023 (Angelina County)
2023-10-07 09:00 - 16:00 | Centennial Park, Huntington, Texas
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out the Huntington Business Owners Association Catfish Festival 2023 on Saturday, October 7, from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM located at Centennial Park, Huntington, Texas

Dive into a day of:
Live Music
Catfish Plates & Cookoff
Fishing Tank
Magic Show
Petting Zoo
Games for Kids
And a plethora of vendors!

Fall Butterfly Festival (Jasper County)
2023-10-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Sandy Creek Park, Jasper, TX, United States
Date/Time Information:
Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location:
Sandy Creek Park
Contact Information:
For information about the Butterfly Festival, call the Texas A&M AgriLife office at 409-384-3721.

Celebrate with the Jasper Lake Sam Rayburn Chamber of Commerce at our annual Fall Butterfly Festival! Join us at 350 Marvin Hancock Drive in beautiful Jasper, Texas on October 7th for the 46th anniversary of this amazing festival. There will be all sorts of specialty booths, kids’ activities, live music, and yummy festival food!! SNIPS Weenie Dog races will be held on-site!!This year we will have a live butterfly release! Join us for this fun-filled day!

Vendor Applications are available now at the Chamber/Welcome Center.

Opening Day of Jasper Farmer's Market
2023-10-08 09:00 - 13:00 | Tractor Supply Co. (584 East Gibson St, Jasper, TX)
It’s almost time for opening day! We’re excited to be back in action and visiting with the community. It’s one of Jasper’s small treasures where you’ll find, homemade jams, jellies, bread, local honey baked goods, special coffees, cooked foods, seasonal produce from local growers, handcrafted items from leather goods to carved woods, tumblers and t-shirts just a few examples of what the market offers. if you’re interested in becoming a vendor message the page and we’ll be happy to assist you. Also, if you’re interested in setting up an informational booth message us for more details. See y’all soon!
Date/Time Information:
Sunday, October 8, 2023, from 9 am to 1 pm
Location:
Tractor Supply Co.

Local Artist Exhibition at Casa Morales Restaurant (Angelina County)
2023-10-10 08:00 - 11:00 | 1001 S First St. Lufkin, Texas 75901
We are thrilled to announce an upcoming art exposé series that aims to celebrate and showcase the incredible artistic talent within our community. Casa Morales, a renowned establishment in our town, is opening its doors to local artists, providing them with a unique opportunity to display and sell their captivating artwork.
In an effort to create a vibrant space for artist to exhibit their creations, Casa Morales will be hosting a series of exhibitions, featuring a diverse range of paintings from talented individuals right here in our own backyard. This exposé not only serves as a platform for artist to gain exposure but also allows art enthusiasts like yourself to discover and appreciate the remarkable talent that exist within our community.
We look forward to your visit to our restaurant for fine Mexican Food and an unforgettable experience of art, culture, and community.

Date and Time
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
August through December 2023

Location
1001 S First St. Lufkin, Texas 75901

Fees/Admission
no fee

Website
http://www.casamorales1.com

Contact Information
936-404-2347 Joe R Morales MA, LPC
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Women's Networking Luncheon (Angelina County)
2023-10-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Crown Colony Country Club, 900 Crown Colony Dr., Lufkin, TX, 75901, United States
Join us Tuesday, October 10, for our Women’s Networking Luncheon, proudly presented by Regions Bank. We are excited to announce that our guest speaker, Whitney Lindsey, will be speaking on “The Power of Vulnerability”.
Save your seat today >>> bit.ly/WNL-1023.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Silver Sponsors:
East Texas Slab Masters LLC
Texas Size Selfie
Bronze Sponsors:
A-1 Party Rentals of Lufkin
Austin Bank
Ellen Temple
Ferrara’s Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc
GENCO FCU
Hospice in the Pines
Ray’s Drive-In
Selena Mitchell Farmers Insurance Agency
Servpro of Lufkin & Nacogdoches
Texas Forest Country Living
Date/Time Information:
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CDT

Location:
Crown Colony Country Club

Jane Byrd Properties International LLC with a Ribbon Cutting (Angelina County)
2023-10-12 10:00 - 12:30 | 4100 S. Medford, Ste. 200 | Lufkin
Join us TODAY, Thursday, October 12 @ 10 AM as we celebrate Jane Byrd Properties International LLC with a ribbon cutting.
4100 S. Medford, Ste. 200 | Lufkin
We hope to see you there!

Imagine The Possibilities (San Augustine County)
2023-10-13 10:00 - 12:00 | 100 West Columbia Street, San Augustine TX
Join us downtown NEXT FRIDAY from 10 am – 12 pm for our Imagine the Possibilities Tour! This tour is open to the public! We will start the tour at the courthouse pavilion, 100 W Columbia St
We’ll take a walking tour through our downtown district, stopping in many buildings that are for sale/lease. The buildings for sale/lease we will be visiting include:
– Knight Parker Building, 109 S Harrison St
– Texas Star Retail Store & Boutique, 104-106 W Columbia St
– Old Pinto Pony Bakery Building, 114 N Harrison St
– Imogene’s Cafe and Home Baked Goods, 129 E Columbia St
We will also stop by a few businesses downtown for refreshments and conversation with the owners.
For questions, please call Liz Jones at 936-201-4307.

Kurth Animal Shelter Advocates Annual Night Howls Fundraiser (Angelina County)
2023-10-14 12:00 - 20:00 | Kurth Memorial Animal Services & Adoption Center, 1901 Hill Street, Lufkin, TX 75904
Kurth Animal Shelter Advocates, a (501c3) volunteer organization, is hosting our annual NIGHT HOWLS fundraiser on Saturday, October 14th, 2023. The event will be held from 12 pm to 8 pm at Kurth Memorial Animal Services & Adoption Center, 1901 Hill Street, Lufkin, TX. We invite you to come and enjoy the K.A.S.A. famous BBQ chipped beef sandwich plates at $12.00 with beverages available for purchase at $1.00 (until sold out). Plus, there will be raffle drawings and a silent auction! The funds raised enable us to continue our mission by providing veterinary care for some of the sick or injured animals at Kurth, purchasing supplies, as well as helping to assist with the costs of transport to rescue organizations. ALL adoption fees for dogs and kitties will be $20.00! If you can’t adopt now, please ask us how you can help in finding homes for the county’s homeless or abandoned animals.

Date and Time
Saturday, Oct 14, 2023
12:00 PM – 8:00 PM CDT

Location
Kurth Memorial Animal Services & Adoption Center, 1901 Hill Street, Lufkin, TX 75904
1901 Hill Street Lufkin Texas 75904

Fees/Admission
No admission fee

Website
https://www.facebook.com/groups/668233323652334/

Contact Information
Kurth Animal Shelter Advocates
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2nd Annual Bob Christian Memorial Ranch Rodeo (Nacogdoches County)
2023-10-14 18:00 - 22:00 | Porth Ag Arena
When:
Saturday, October 14, 2023, 6:00 PM thru 10:00 PM

Where:
Porth Ag Arena
Crockett, TX
1100 Edminston Dr
It sits across the parking lot from the Civic Center

For More Info:
Matt Benton
936-204-3575

Pumpkin Fest 2023 (Jasper County)
2023-10-16 07:00 - 09:00 | 1501 S. Wheeler St. Jasper, TX 75951
FREE event including many FREE activities:
-games
-prizes
-candy
-hayride
-popcorn

Optional activities for charge-cash only:
-pumpkin painting for grades 5th and younger ($2 per person)
-pumpkin carving for adults and teenagers grades 6-12 ($5 per person)
-raffle tickets to win gift cards for local businesses ($5 per ticket)
-cakewalk ($1 per ticket)

Date/Time Information:
Monday, October 16, 2023, from 7 am to 9 am
Location:
1501 S. Wheeler St. Jasper, TX 75951

Women's Networking Opportunities (WINOs) (Polk County)
2023-10-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Polk County Chamber Office
Date and Time
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM CDT

Tuesday, October 17th
5:30 pm – Networking
6:00 pm – Program

Location
Chamber office
1001 Hwy 59 Loop N
Livingston, TX 77351

Fees/Admission$1
per person

Website
The Chamber

Contact Information
936.327.4929
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Lufkin's Farm Feast (Angelina County)
2023-10-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Buck Creek Hall
Join us Thursday, October 19, for Lufkin’s Farm Feast, presented by Brookshire Brothers. We are excited to host this event at Buck Creek Hall and thank them for being a Gold Sponsor.

Tables and individual tickets are NOW ON SALE! Call the Chamber at 936-634-6644 to secure your ticket.

This event is limited to 150 people.

American Heart BLS/CPR/AED Certification (Polk County)
2023-10-19 12:00 - 14:00 | Livingston Chamber of Commerce
The AHA’s BLS course trains participants to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality chest compressions, deliver appropriate ventilations and provide early use of an AED. Reflects science and education from the American Heart Association Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC).
Students Learn:
• High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants
• The AHA Chain of Survival, specifically the BLS components
• Important early use of an AED
• Effective ventilations using a barrier device
• Importance of teams in multi rescuer resuscitation and performance as an effective team member during multi rescuer CPR Relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants Course length: Approximately 3 hours. 2-year certifications on all topics

Date and Time
Thursday Oct 19, 2023
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM CDT

Location
Livingston Chamber of Commerce 1017 Hwy 59 Loop N Livingston, TX 77351

Fees/Admission
$65.00

Website
http://www.cannonCPR.com

Contact Information
Sheila Cannon 936-355-6073
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Business After Hours (Polk County)
2023-10-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Rancho Arreguin
Date and Time
Thursday Oct 19, 2023
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM CDT

Location
Rancho Arreguin
638 Mill Gate Rd
Livingston, TX 77351

Website
The Chamber

Contact Information
936.327.4929
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Heated Frenzy Band @ Wolf Creek Car Show (San Jacinto County)
2023-10-21 07:00 - 16:00 | TRA Wolf Creek Park
Friday night will be rocking with this Local Favorite Heated Frenzy Band. They’re gonna bring a mix of southern rock and country to the 38th annual Wolf Creek Car Truck and Bike Show. Park Gates Close at 6 pm so any guests coming to see them, be there before 6. This is a TRA rule that will be followed.
When: October 21, 2023, Saturday at 7 a.m
Where: TRA Wolf Creek Park
Event by Coldspring Chamber of Commerce and Heated Frenzy Band

Come Clean Lake Livingston (Polk County)
2023-10-21 08:00 - 13:00 | On the Lake RV Resort
Polk County Chamber of Commerce annual Come Clean Lake Livingston Event, teams of students, families, organizations, businesses & friends clean up the public shorelines of Lake Livingston. Community service and help make the lake a beautiful place to spend a day, weekend, week, month, or a lifetime.

Date and Time
Saturday Oct 21, 2023
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM CDT

Saturday, October 21, 2023
8 – 9 am Registration
9 – 11 am Clean up
11 am – 1 pm Lunch, Prizes, & More

Location
On the Lake RV Resort
15152 Hwy 190 W
Onalaska, TX 77360

Fees/Admission
FREE

Website
The Chamber

Contact Information
936.327.4929
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Come Clean Lake Livingston (Polk County)
2023-10-21 08:00 - 13:00 | On the Lake RV Resort
Polk County Chamber of Commerce annual Come Clean Lake Livingston Event, teams of students, families, organizations, business & friends clean up the public shorelines of Lake Livingston. Community service and help make the lake a beautiful place to spend a day, weekend, week, month, or a lifetime.

Date and Time
Saturday Oct 21, 2023
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM CDT

Saturday, October 21, 2023
8 – 9 am Registration
9 – 11 am Clean up
11 am – 1 pm Lunch, Prizes, & More

Location
On the Lake RV Resort
15152 Hwy 190 W
Onalaska, TX 77360

Fees/Admission
FREE
Website
The Chamber

Contact Information
936.327.4929
Send Email
