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Albert Nolen
Smashing success
Quite the evening for Bishop David Toups and the inaugural For the Good Gala last Saturday evening at the Beaumont Civic Center. This fundraiser for the Catholic Diocese of Beaumont proved to be a popular summer event. Karen Do, executive director, did an outstanding job coordinating this successful soirée. The youthful and energetic Bishop Toups welcomed guests and stood for over an hour taking photos with all the participants. More than 35 silent auctions certainly peaked the interest of many bidders as did the three live auction items – Safari Hunt, courtesy of Gay and Bill Scott; Bourbon Tasting and dinner organized by Evan Herrera, Messina’s Liquor, Seafood Lover, Jack’s Pak-It, Kelly Patrizi, Lori Carter and Susanne and Don Maloney; and Dinner Around the World with the Bishop, which was coordinated by the Holly Family Retreat Center, Sr. Theresa Ho, Giuseppe Mannella, Fr. Antony Paulose and Fr. Joseph Sigur. Enjoying the evening were Kelli and Paul Trevino, Suzanne and David Jones, Julie Edson, Gerri Giglio, Jo Beth and Mike Jenkins, Matt Novosad, Karen and Bob Wortham, Pat and Craig Sherlock, Becky and Rodney Ames, Terri and E. Jay Sherlock, Regina Rogers, Mark Kabula, Connie and Milt Prewitt, Rusty Chimeno, Dean Terrebonne, Crissy and Bill Darling, Paulette and Paul Guidroz, Linda and Joe Domino, Pat Klein, Laurie and Frank Maida, Sherrie and Jeff Branick, and way too many to mention.
Singing sensation… Last Thursday, “The Voice” finalist and Port Arthur’s own DeAndre Nico shared his wonderful voice to a lovely crowd enjoying “First Thursday” at the Art Museum of Southeast Texas. Taking in the tunes were Brandi Hamilton, Kit Ohmstede, Bobbie Applegate, Yvette Estrada, Magda Villarreal, Kara Timberlake, Kelley Morgan, Lori and Joe Threets, Johnna Nico among others.
You need friends… This Thursday, from 6:30-8 p.m., Jimmy Simmons and his friends will perform on the grounds of the McFaddin-Ward House (1906 Calder Ave.) for Music in the Garden – Jazz and Juleps. Performing with Simmons are Jeff Simon, Gary Weldon, Billy McQueen, Sharon Montgomery, Brennen Nace and Charlie Prause. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and libations and enjoy the sounds from this magical concert. See you there!
Pour09 Rooftop & Bar will celebrate one year in our fair city this weekend beginning Thursday, June 9, with dueling pianos from Flight of the Keys at 9 p.m. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, vendors along with multiple food trucks including KO Korean Grill, Rudy’s Kabobs, Old West Smoke Company, Wicked Casian and Taste of Texas Tex-Mex BBQ will be serving delicious dishes for those in attendance.
Dance, dance, dance… Charlee Hanna-Rule and her troupe will celebrate 15 years with their end of the year show, “The 15 Minute Rule,” on Friday, June 10, at 6:45 p.m. and 1:45 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. on Saturday, June 11, at the West Brook Performing Arts Center. These dancers will definitely entertain and inspire you. See you there!
B-day bash… Marty Craig was recently feted by her friends for another year around the sun. A fantastic maypole was erected on the front lawn as cake and goodies were enjoyed by all. In the mix were Maris Mehaffy, Christina and Josh Crawford, Suzanne Crawford, Sharen Kirksey, Leonard Juncker, Lisa and Bill Bondurant, Betty Clarke, Lee Mann, Pati McSpadden, Mary Beth Messina, Marilyn Adams, Molly and Frank Messina, Rose Blount, Nancy McGrade, Kathy Thomas, Don Lightfoot, Earl Lightfoot, Don Lightfoot Jr. and Becky Ames.
Snap, sparkle and pop… Save the date for Independence Day as the Symphony of Southeast Texas performs at the City of Beaumont’s Fourth of July celebration Monday, July 4, at 8 p.m. in the Julie Rogers Theatre. Listen to patriotic music led by Maestro Chelsea Tipton II along with the voices of the Southeast Texas Starlettes. Salute!
Happy Anniversary… to Mattie and John Beaver (4 years), Lindsay and Tyler Briggs (15) Brittany and Chance Hashaw (16), Suzanne and John Swift (32), Becky and Rodney Ames (39), Krin and Joel Kehler (50), Susan and Jimmy Simmons (54) and Dona and Vincent Fertitta (59). Congratulations!
Candles and cakes… belated best to Michael Jenkins and Brandtley Wilson. B-days wishes to Micki Carpenter, Michael Fertitta, Laurie Kent, Kirkland Banks, Rebecca Morgan, Jason Richards, Tami Morris, Laura Cullinan, Patrick Broussard, Patrick Childs, Tanya White, Scott Bradley, Sheri Callahan, Paige McCarroll, Catherine Taylor, Barbara Wilson, Sheila Ennis, Marsha Hoffer, Brent Griffin, Mary Montalbano, Jennifer Nichols, Sarah Shuffield, Kris Adam, Betty Beathard, Gayle Pugh, Carol McClain, Christi Ali, Becky Rector and Jeff Oliverio.
Until the next RSVP!