Bring the family to the Chemistry Road Show and see chemical wonders that turn ordinary objects and events into exciting learning experiences.
The Chemistry Road Show is a public service program presented by Texas A&M University with two complementary and interlocking goals: to entertain and educate students using chemistry.
Chemistry Roadshow
August 2022 First Friday Luncheon
First Friday Luncheon August 2022 Live Podcast Event Celebrating 100 Episodes featuring Bob Samford
The Forestry Museum-Family Day
Families are invited to the museum to celebrate Timber, the museum mascot’s birthday. There will be birthday refreshments, games, crafts, and a bouncy house. This event is free and open to the public. If you have any questions, please call (936) 632-9535.
Cheers with the Chamber (Angelina County)
Join us for a Cheer’s with the Chamber Reception & The New Investor Showcase. All Chamber Investors are invited and encouraged to attend and learn more about the newest additions to the chamber family!
A Night Of Southern Charm
Boys & Girls Club of Lufkin presents its annual Night of Southern Charm Bingo. Please join us for one of Lufkin’s premier social events at the Pitser Garrison Convention Center on Saturday, August 13th, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. Your contribution can make a difference in the life of every youth we serve, and it is because of people like you that we can create essential programs that allow us to continue to be the solution for our kids. Our evening will feature bingo games, dinner and desserts, silent auction, live auction, raffle, music and more!
Pines Film Series: Some Like It Hot
After two male musicians witness a mob hit, they flee the state in an all-female band disguised as women, but further complications set in.
First Friday Luncheon-September 2022
First Friday luncheon at Crown Colony Country Club featuring Joseph Ceaser, founder and executive director for Legacy Institute for Financial Education.
A ForesTREE Experience to Remember
Imagine the smell of fresh cut trees, the sounds of lathes peeling logs, and the sight of hundreds of employees working in tandem to produce one of the more recognizable multi-purposed wood panel products used in construction. For a group of Texas teachers it was more than just their imagination—it was a day to remember. As part of the Texas A&M Forestry Service’s ForesTREE Educator Professional Development Program, these statewide educators had the opportunity to get a first-hand look at how plywood is made at Georgia-Pacific’s Camden Plywood Mill.
“It is always an eye-opening experience for our participants when they walk onto the floor of a plywood plant or sawmill,” said Conor McInnerney, a forester with the Texas A&M Forest Service. “Being able to tour Georgia-Pacific’s Camden Plywood plant was part of a two-day workshop where educators studied the beginning of a forest’s life at stand-establishment to the end of the rotation when trees are turned into consumable wood products.”
The ForesTREE Experience is a cooperative event between the Texas A&M Forest Service and the Texas Forestry Association. According to Texas A&M Forest Service Conservation Education Coordinator Caroline Cruz, the program serves as a foundation for participating teachers to be certified in Project Learning Tree, an environmental education curriculum that taught in classrooms throughout the United States and other countries. “Forests provide us with so much, it’s our duty to give them the spotlight and help our educators teach our young Texans about these amazing renewable ecosystems that clean our water, give wildlife a home, give us places to enjoy and recreate, employs thousands with jobs and a livelihood, and provide us with roofs over our heads and desks in our schools,” said Cruz.
While at the Camden Plywood plant, the teachers began their experience by hearing from plant leaders about the various plywood products and applications. Following a safety training, the group grabbed hard hats and safety goggles and set out on their tour to observe the plywood process. The teachers watched as lathes quickly peeled logs, as lay-up machines combined wood veneers to create a flat sheet, and as plywood was trimmed before strapped for shipping. “Despite the heat, all of the educators were amazed at the process and walked away with a new appreciation of those who work within the building products industry,” said McInnerney.
The ForesTREE educators will now share their experiences with their students this fall in the classroom where they will incorporate environmental education into their school curriculums.
About Georgia-Pacific
Based in Atlanta, Georgia-Pacific and its subsidiaries are among the world’s leading manufacturers and marketers of bath tissue, paper towels and napkins, tableware, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers and building products. Our familiar consumer brands include Quilted Northern®, Angel Soft®, Brawny®, Dixie®, enMotion®, Sparkle® and Vanity Fair®. Georgia-Pacific has long been a leading supplier of building products to lumber and building materials dealers and large do-it-yourself warehouse retailers. Its Georgia-Pacific Recycling subsidiary is among the world’s largest traders of paper, metal and plastics. The company operates more than 150 facilities and employs approximately 30,000 people directly and creates more than 89,000 jobs indirectly. For more information, visit: gp.com/about-us. For news, visit: gp.com/news
Increase Your Leadership Skills
Leaders are not born, they are made. If you have the desire and willpower, you can become an effective leader. It will take time, effort, and practice, but it is possible to improve your leadership skills and become the person others turn to when they need guidance. Here are some tips on how you can start honing your leadership skills today.
What is Leadership?
Leadership is the process of influencing others to achieve a common goal. Leaders use a variety of methods to influence followers, such as providing direction, motivating, inspiring, and communicating. Leaders also need to be able to effectively manage followers and provide feedback.
There are many ways to increase your leadership skills. One way is to take on more responsibility within your organization. This could involve taking on additional projects or tasks or taking on a leadership role within a committee or team. Another way to increase your leadership skills is to participate in leadership development programs or courses. These programs can provide you with the opportunity to learn new leadership techniques and concepts, and to practice using them in a safe and supportive environment. Finally, another way to increase your leadership skills is simply to spend time observing and interacting with effective leaders. By observing how they interact with followers and manage situations, you can learn a great deal about what it takes to be an effective leader yourself.
Steps to Increase Your Leadership Skills
Are you looking to increase your leadership skills? If so, there are a few key steps you can take to improve. First, it’s important to get feedback from those around you – both positive and constructive. This will help you identify areas where you can improve. Second, commit to lifelong learning by reading books, attending workshops, and networking with other leaders. Finally, practice what you learn by leading others in both your personal and professional life. By following these steps, you can develop the strong leadership skills needed to be successful in any arena.
The Different Types of Leaders
There are many different types of leaders, each with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The best way to become a successful leader is to learn about the different types of leaders and find the one that best suits your personality and style. Here are some of the most popular types of leaders:
The Visionary Leader: This type of leader is always looking ahead and thinking about the future. They’re constantly coming up with new ideas and ways to improve things. While they’re great at seeing the big picture, they sometimes have trouble dealing with the details.
The Strategic Leader: This type of leader is good at planning and organizing. They’re often very analytical and make sure that everything is done in a efficient and effective way. While they’re great at getting things done, they sometimes have trouble being flexible and adapting to change.
The Motivational Leader: This type of leader is all about inspiring and motivating others. They’re often very passionate and have a lot of energy. While they’re great at getting people fired up, they sometimes have trouble follows through on their commitments.
The Transformational Leader: This type of leader is all about change and innovation
The Importance of Being a Leader
There are many benefits to being a leader, including the ability to inspire and motivate others, the chance to make a difference in your community, and the opportunity to develop new skills. If you’re looking to increase your leadership skills, there are a few key steps you can take.
First, it’s important to be aware of your own strengths and weaknesses. Knowing where you need to improve will help you focus your efforts on becoming a better leader. It’s also important to be open to feedback from others; this will help you learn and grow as a leader.
Second, it’s essential that you be passionate about what you’re doing. Leaders who are passionate about their work are more likely to inspire those around them. If you’re not sure what you’re passionate about, try exploring different areas until you find something that ignites your passion.
Third, leaders must be willing to take risks. This doesn’t mean being reckless, but it does mean being open to new ideas and willing to experiment. Taking risks can lead to great rewards, both for yourself and for those you’re leading.
Finally, remember that leadership is about more than just giving orders. True leaders are also good communicators and listeners.
Take Action
There are many steps that you can take to increase your leadership skills, but the most important thing is to start taking action! Leadership is not something that you can learn overnight, but it is something that you can continually work on and improve. If you want to be a successful leader, start by taking the time to develop your own personal leadership style. Then, practice communicating effectively and inspiring others to achieve their goals. Finally, always continue learning and growing as a leader so that you can stay ahead of the curve – here’s a great book by John C. Maxwell to get you started.
Angelina College Hosts Angelina County and Cities Health District in Preparedness Event
Yes, the event involved a made-up scenario, but the pretend part by design was based on realistic situations.
Sharon Shaw of Angelina County and Cities Health District addresses a crowd of participants prior to Thursday’s event held at Temple Theater on the Angelina College campus. The mock scenario implemented was an effort to conduct a Public Health Preparedness Point of Dispensing (POD) drill designed prepare health workers for future health crises. (Gary Stallard/AC News Service photo)
The Angelina County and Cities Health District (ACCHD) teamed up on Thursday at Temple Theater on the Angelina College campus to conduct a Public Health Preparedness Point of Dispensing (POD) drill designed to ensure health care workers have the opportunity to remain proactive, rather than reactive, during certain levels of health crises. Participants included members of the AC Health Careers Division (faculty and students), Southeast Texas Regional Advisory Council (SETRA), Angelina County Emergency Management Coordinator and Department of State Health Services Region 4/5N.
In Thursday’s mock drill, participants were given the story of a college student involved in a theater production who later began exhibiting symptoms of meningitis. Under the scenario, the student, who would test positive for Meningitis B, had “extensive interaction” with several others.
Sarah Adams, Public Health Preparedness and Infections Disease Director, greets the crowd of participants prior to Thursday’s event held at Temple Theater on the Angelina College campus. The mock scenario implemented was an effort to conduct a Public Health Preparedness Point of Dispensing (POD) drill designed prepare health workers for future health crises. (Gary Stallard/AC News Service photo)
In a real-world instance, the ensuing actions can be critical, which is exactly why ACCHD’s Sharon Shaw said such an exercise featuring Public Health Preparedness Emergency Response is vital for everyone involved.
“We’ve all learned lessons through COVID and other real-life events that we need to form partnerships,” Shaw said. “We’ve got a great partnership with Angelina College already, and we wanted to get new nurses who have not participated in something with us in the past. We’ve closed the Health Department, and we’ve brought every member of our staff here. We have all the nurses from the AC Nursing program who are available, and we’re going to do a mock Meningitis B exposure.”
Attendees receive instructions prior to Thursday’s event held at Temple Theater on the Angelina College campus. With the help of the Angelina County and Cities Health District and partners, a mock scenario was implemented in an effort to conduct a Public Health Preparedness Point of Dispensing (POD) drill designed prepare health workers for future health crises. (Gary Stallard/AC News Service photo)
Participants ran through the gamut of actions, including screenings, administration of faux medication and potential medical consulting when necessary. Those present landed in various teams, and the teams switched places throughout the drill to ensure everyone experienced each level of response management, according to Shaw.
“With emergency medical care, it’s so vital to be proactive in every possible case,” Shaw said. “We don’t wait until the hurricane’s upon us to make sure we’re ready in that situation. We try to have something in place ahead of time in case we have an event on campus and a student is exposed to meningitis, which is a college-age disease. With the right preparation, we’d be able to mobilize a group and hand out medication in that small window of time we have to treat people before someone else grows ill.
“We call our partners together, and we just do it.”
Participants run through specific screening drills as part of Thursday’s event held at Temple Theater on the Angelina College campus. With the help of the Angelina County and Cities Health District and partners, a mock scenario was implemented in an effort to conduct a Public Health Preparedness Point of Dispensing (POD) drill designed prepare health workers for future health crises. (Gary Stallard/AC News Service photo)
Sarah Adams, Public Health Preparedness and Infections Disease Director, said she wanted Thursday’s experience to be as realistic as possible – not just for training purposes, but also for potential preparation for real-case scenarios. For that reason, Adams said she chose the meningitis story line for the event simply because it’s entirely plausible for any college campus.
“Our overall goal today is just to make sure our teams are prepared to deal with whatever situation arises in helping to protect our community from the possibility of further expansion of a disease,” Adams said. “We chose this meningitis scenario because most college students are required to have the meningococcal meningitis vaccine in order to enroll in college.”
Adams cited latest studies showing there have been 500 documented meningitis cases across the United States, and out of those, the Meningitis B strain contributed to 160 of those.
“The regular meningococcal meningitis vaccine does not protect against Meningitis B,” Adams said. “So, when you’ve got a bunch of college students together, there’s an increased risk of exposure and spread. That’s one reason this mock drill is so realistic.
“Hopefully, what we accomplish today will be of great benefit in future situations such as this.”
For further information, contact Krista Brown at kbrown@angelina.edu