Out & About with Albert Jan. 12-18

Fab FantaSea

Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas Foundation will host their first La Soirée gala since 2020 on Saturday, Jan, 28, at the Civic Center. Chairpersons for the area’s “Party of the Year” are Melissa and Chris Fisher. The Fishers and outstanding volunteer committees are hard at work creating an event that is sure to keep guest entertained with surprises planned throughout the evening. This year, the soiree will recognize the leadership and contributions of the Port of Beaumont. This entity is at the heart of our community and has done so much for our area. The FantaSea theme will set the tone for the night. Guests will journey under the seven seas and experience another world where adventure awaits. A myriad of performers befitting the theme will keep guests fascinated throughout the evening leading to a performance by The Party Crashers band! This high-energy band brings new dynamism to the soirée every year. Through the extreme generosity of the board, chairs, committee members, and supporters, the Baptist Foundation has been able to assist the hospital with projects to serve the people of Southeast Texas and this year is no different as funds will benefit Baptist Hospital’s Cancer Program. Each project makes a huge difference in the lives of the patients and families served in Southeast Texas. The foundation is still seeking some silent auction items. For more info call (409) 212-6110 or visit bhsetfoundation.org. See you there!

Make plans… to attend the Roast for Bob Wortham on Thursday, Jan. 19 at 6 p.m., at the MCM Eleganté Hotel in Beaumont. This fun event will benefit the Salvation Army. Tickets start at $100 and can be purchased online at southernusa.salvationarmy.org.

Amazing ladies… Details were released for Anayat House annual gala scheduled for Friday, Feb. 3, at the Downtown Event Centre. Coincidentally, this year’s gala falls on “National Women Physicians Day.” Several of our local physicians, with a theme of “Wonder Women of Southeast Texas,” will be honored including Jane Angel, Lumy Torres-Barja, Brandy Bergeron, Laurie Jansky, Seema Kansara, Jennifer Kresta, Waheeda Mithani, Deborah Sherman, Lauree Thompson, T. Renee Brown -Nembhard and Janna Nunez Gussman. Fundraising committee includes Chair Katie Celli, President Kate Davis, alongside Kellye Badon, Elle Fortenberry, Rachel Grove, Jennifer Job, Diana Miles, Mandy Raps and Executive Director Tressa Clarke. The gala is casual, so wear your cape or whatever gives you super powers. A delicious fare will be in order as well as an open bar generously underwritten by Giglio Distributing. Pop Gun will also perform catchy tunes. Tickets start at $150 and can be purchased online at anayathouse.org. Funds raised will help the Anayat House, which is a medical hospitality house, providing low or no cost accommodations to individuals, families and the elderly who have loved ones in area hospitals and to outpatients acquiring quality medical care at area physician offices, nursing homes or treatment clinics.

Exciting exhibits… at the Art Museum of Southeast Texas, which are available for the public. Local artist Michael Lee has an exhibit titled, “Finding My Way,” and hosted a reception of his amazing art in the Café Arts Series last Sunday. Oooohing and aaahing about the paintings were Paige Windham, Jennifer Gordy, Jo Vance, Liz West, Carolyn Wood, Debbie and Bruce Smith, Glenn Watz, Linda and Ken Smith, Emma and Lou Scofield, Norma Sampson, Kay Neild, Sharon McKenzie, Will Leonard, Nancy and Jerry McMillan, Darlene and Mickey Rouse, Karen Henry, Martha and Wayne Hale, Rachel Henderson, Jennifer and Scott Comeaux, Heather and Damon Davis, Chris Colletti, Marcie and Gene Chambliss, Annette and Al Caldwell, Margi and Rocky Chase, Amy Brown, Stacy and Lee Blackmon, Camille and K.C. Bitar, Jennifer and Todd Benton, Dana and Tony Archibald, Judy Archibald, Candye Anderson and Tanya Lee. A must-see show!

Happy anniversary… to Molly and Colin Moore (20 years), and Roxanne and Eric Hellberg (24). Congrats!

Infanticiapating… Congratulations to Kate and Wil Thorne, who are expecting their first image.

Candles and cakes… belated best to John W. Scott. Bday wishes to Larae Jones, Laurie Leister, Jennifer Lehane, Stephanie Orta, Rachel Coco, Denise Wyble McGowin, Courtney Snowden, Alex Harper, Frank Williams, Russell Fontana, Mark Guzman, Kerry Moncla, Cindy Miles, Jamie Brickhouse, Yvette Crorey, Becca McMullen, Danny Dubuisson, Tanya Lee and Dibbin Ohmstede.

Until the next RSVP!