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Cooler temperatures have finally arrived. The timing is perfect – there is a lot to enjoy (and to be thankful for) in Southeast Texas this November. Our monthly calendar is packed with events for moms and families to enjoy. What memories will your family create this year? We will do our best to keep you informed for the options that fit you the best – canoe trips in the Big Thicket, shopping at the Main Street Market in Beaumont, Pancakes with Santa in Woodville, and the Lighted Christmas Parade in Lumberton. What is your family’s Thanksgiving Tradition? Share special memories and photos on our Southeast Texas Family Facebook Page, Twitter, or Instagram.

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Thanksgiving is America’s family holiday.

By planes, trains, and automobiles, we move across the country to spend a day with family. We feast. We give thanks.

What else do we do?

Today we explore five Southeast Texas Thanksgiving traditions. If one is right for your family, feel free to adopt it and to customize it to make it your own.

1. Share a family recipe. For many SETX families, Thanksgiving is one of the few times multiple generations are able to get together. It can be fun to have a “secret” recipe for a while, but at some point it is time to pass it on to the next generation. Gather everyone and teach them all to make your famous pumpkin or sweet potato pie, yeast rolls, or fried turkey. Who has a knack for cooking? Pass the recipe on to them.

2. Get physical. We are all going to eat more than we want to.

That is why so many of us are sprawled out on couches after the big meal. If you are asleep, you are not engaged with your family. Find an activity that your family can share together that will give you back some of your energy. Many SETX families enjoy touch football games, hiking in the Big Thicket, canoeing, or pitching washers. Pick something that works for men and women, for kids and for seniors. It is all about being together.

3. Share our regional traditions. Has your family moved all across the country? This is more and more common as careers take us across the US and even across the world. Chances are that your family has some strong regional traditions. Renew them this Thanksgiving. Maybe that is getting the kids together for a crabbing adventure (not sure what to do with that annoying turkey neck? It’s perfect crab bait). For others, it is a trip to the family’s deer camp. Lots of families enjoy hanging out at the beach house or lake house. What is your family’s local tradition? Bring it back this year.

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4. Get out from in front of the TV. Do we love to watch football on Thanksgiving? Absolutely. Is it a legitimate family tradition? Certainly.

It is also rare for us to all be together, so carve out some time to do things away from the TV. Play cards or dominos, dust off the Monopoly or RISK board, CandyLand or set up a video camera and take turns telling family stories.

5. Lower your Thanksgiving stress. Sometimes the best new tradition is letting go of an old one. Is it exhausting to make each recipe the way your mother or grandmother did? Maybe this is the year to let go.

Have a caterer provide some of the items and keep back one or two items to make yourself. Your family may miss some of their favorites, but they will really appreciate having more of your time, energy, and focus over Thanksgiving. Your time is always the most valuable thing you can offer your family.

Chances are that while you were reading our selections, you have thought of some ideas that are even better for you and your family, spring board off those inspirations! That is wonderful.

Our goal is to get you thinking about what will make this Thanksgiving – and future family holidays – more memorable for you and for your Southeast Texas Family.

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November Events November 4-5 Infant Jesus Fall Festival – Lumberton 9a – 3p Friday and Saturday Infant Jesus Church. 243 LHS Drive in Lumberton.

Handmade crafts, wood items, homemade cakes, cookies, pies, candy, frozen entrees, jellies, pickles, preserves, books, jewelry, and homemade Rosaries will be on sale. Chili will be served for lunch on Friday from 11a to 1p. The silent auction ends Saturday at 3p.

November 9 Melody House – Julie Rogers Theater 10:30a $6 - $7 765 Pearl Street in Downtown Beaumont

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Melody House is an award winDia De Los Muertos Fiesta 2016, ning collective of artists that help children learn best when they are Nacogdoches, TX in motion and taking an active part 5 pm -8 pm in the learning experience. This The fourth annual Day of the Dead Melody House production will feature exploring, music, motion, festival will take place in downtown Nacogdoches in and around and play to assist your child in the Cole Art Center. Food, Fun, & developing their social, emotional, Entertainment. Call 936-468-6557. cognitive, and physical skills.

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November 11 Veteran’s Day Tour – Clifton Steamboat Museum 1pm FREE for veterans 8727 Fannett Road in Beaumont.

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ELF The Musical – Lutcher Theater

The Clifton Steamboat Museum has a wide range of collections including military, Texas history, marine, Audubon, and Boy Scout.

This is a great opportunity for veterans to discover the Clifton Steamboat Museum.

3p & 8p $45 - $65 707 West Main in downtown Orange.

Lutcher.org Do your kids love the movie ELF? Now they can experience the entertaining tale live – and in 3D.

November 11 Veteran’s Day Celebration Silsbee Silsbee High School Performing Arts Center

November 12

(409) 385-5562

Shangri La Botanical Gardens

Info@SilsbeeChamber.com

10a – 11a

Bring your favorite veteran out for a big SETX veteran’s day celebration (approximately 250 attend each year). There will be a veteran’s tribute, a speaker, posting of colors, bagpipe performance, and a Wall of Honor in respect of deceased veterans.

$2 - $6

Saturday Adventure Series – 1575 Highway 96 North in Silsbee Survival Part 1

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2111 West Park Avenue in Orange StarkCulturalVenues.org Help your child discover local edible plants. They will receive an introduction to foraging. Register online to guarantee your space.

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November 15

Yount Lee Equestrian Day – Spindletop Museum

Super Scientific Circus – Julie Rogers Theater

10a – 2p

9:45a & 11:45a

FREE SETx Family Event

765 Pearl St. in Downtown Beaumont

5550 Jimmy Simmons Blvd – Lamar Beaumont Campus at Cardinal Drive

800-923-2293 Science can be fun. Mr. Fish and Trent the Mime will provide the perfect combination of comedy and education. Boomerangs, bubbles, beach balls, bull whips, and magic will help introduce the principles of friction, inertia, centripetal force, aerodynamics, sonic booms, air pressure, and ultraviolet light.

(409) 880-1750 Spindletop.org Do your children love horses?

Bring them out to The Spindletop Gladys City Museum. They will learn about therapy horses, award winning Saddle Bred, and more.

Your child will have the opportunity to groom, ride, and learn all about horses and horse care.

November 17 November 13

Ladies Night Out

Beaumont Ballet Theater Fall Premier

Painting in the Pub – Clifton Steamboat Museum

2:30p

6p – 8p

Jefferson Theater Downtown Beaumont.345 Fannin St.

$35

Introduce your child to the experience of live ballet. Is your child interested in ballet? This is a great opportunity to give them an idea of what they can achieve – balance, grace, and confidence.

(409) 842-3162

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8727 Fannett Rd. CliftonSteamBoatMuseum.com Enjoy a seasonal adult art class for adults, wine included. Call to reserve and pre-pay your space. Bring a friend and a favorite snack for a Ladies Night Out to remember.

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November 18

November 18

Junior Match Play – Beaumont Tennis Center

Southeast Texas Family Movie Night – “It’s a Wonderful Life”

6455 College Street in Beaumont

7:30p

(409) 866-2833

$5

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Jefferson Theater. 345 Fannin St. in Beaumont.

Tennis is a sport your child can enjoy for a lifetime. It offers great cardio, hand eye coordination, and builds stamina. Call for details.

DiscoverBeaumont.com/ClassicMovie-Nights Share America’s holiday movie with your family. We all have a lot to be thankful for this holiday season. Enjoy the classic in Southeast Texas’ historic theater – for a family friendly price.

November 17-20 Diocese of Beaumont Region 10 Youth Conference Ford Park Event Center. 5115 Interstate 10 in Beaumont (409) 924-4362 DioceseOfBmt.org

November 18 – December 23

Fellowship with other area Catholic Youth – and youth from across several states - at this special weekend conference. The event is anticipated to draw 2000+ Catholic youth to Beaumont. Call the Diocese or visit their website for more information.

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The Polar Express Train Ride Texas State Railroad, Palestine Texas Families will make wonderful memories at THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride with dates in November and December. It’s a great way to get your families excited for the upcoming holiday season. Pick your date early because these seats fill up fast!

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November 19

A Christmas Story

India Fest – Beaumont Civic Center

Port Arthur Little Theatre 4701 Jimmy Johnson Blvd, Port Arthur, Texas 77642

5:30p

Phone: (409)727-PALT (7258)

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Story follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher and even Santa Claus himself. The consistent response: “You’ll shoot your eye out!” All the elements from the beloved motion picture are here, including the family’s temperamental exploding furnace.

Join the Southeast Texas Indian community for an evening of celebration. Enjoy Indian food, dress, dance, culture, and more.

701 Main Street in Beaumont

November 20 Cooks Lake Paddling Trip 10:00 am – 1:30 pm FREE 6790 Bigner Rd.

November 19

409-951-6700

Shangri La Saturday Adventure Series – Survival Part 2

www.nps.gov Join park rangers for a guided canoe trip on the Cooks Lake Paddling Trail. This 5-mile paddling trail winds through a beautiful wetland with many old-growth cypress trees.

Canoes, PFDs and paddles will be provided. Paddlers should meet at the Saltwater Barrier in Beaumont with water, snacks, and sunscreen.

Space is limited, so call the visitor center to register and confirm details.

10a – 11a $2 - $6 Shangri La Botanical Gardens – 2111 West Park Avenue (409) 670-9113 StarkCulturalVenues.org Shangri La’s resident naturalists will take you on a half mile hike (comfortable shoes recommended) and educate your family on how to handle emergencies in the wild.

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November 22 – 23

November 25, 26, December 2, 3*, 8, 9, 10

Dirty Dancing Live – Lutcher Theater

The Happy Elf

7:30p

Rated G | Family

$45 - $75

McFaddin-Ward Auditorium – 4155 Laurel

707 West Main in Orange The hit 80s movie remains America’s answer to Romeo and Juliet. It has something for every mom and teenage daughter to enjoy together – a love story, song, and dance. Are you looking to create a special memory with your daughter? This is it.

The Happy Elf tells the tale of Eubie the Happy Elf. Kick start the holiday season with this live theater performance.

November 26 Shop Small at the Clifton Steamboat Museum

November 24

10a – 2p

Turkey Trot – Downtown Event Center

FREE Admission

8a 10K & 5K Fun Run

Clifton Steamboat Museum – 8727 Fannett Rd. in Beaumont

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Kick off your holiday shopping season with the Clifton Steamboat Museum: historical items, art, crafts, jewelry, accessories, and more.

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November 30 – December 1 Babes in Toyland – Julie Rog Rogers ogger erss Theater Theater 9:30a & 12:30p School performance on Wednesday, Public Performance on Thursday 765 Pearl St. Downtown Beaumont (409) 727-4977 Enjoy a live performance of the family holiday classic right here at the beautiful Julie Rogers Theater.

December 1 - 3 Main Street Market $10 Beaumont Civic Center. 701 Main Street.

(409) 832-0873 The Junior League will bring over 100 carefully selected vendors to the Beaumont Civic Center. Take care of all of your holiday shopping at one location. There will be lots of special events including a diamond necklace giveaway, a holiday luncheon and style show, and photos with Santa.

December 1 Lumberton Lighted Christmas Tree Parade 7pm (409) 755-0554 LumbertonCoC.com Parade Route: Village Creek Parkway This year’s theme: “Christmas on the Creek – Honoring our Heroes”. Kick off your family’s Christmas season with Lumberton’s hometown Christmas parade.

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December 1

December 8

Giving Tree Lighting Ceremony – Beaumont Police Department

Travis Tritt – Jefferson Theater

4p FREE Southeast Texas Family Event

345 Fannin St. in Downtown Beaumont

255 College Street

(800) 745-3000

(409) 880-3825

Beaumont sees a few country legends come through each year.

Enjoy Tritt singing all of his hits at Beaumont’s historic theater.

7pm

Join the Beaumont Police Department and Beaumont Animal Services for the lighting of the community Giving Tree.

Saturdays Get Fresh, Local ingredients for Thanksgiving – Beaumont Farmer’s Market

December 3 Christmas in Tyler County Pancake Breakfast with Santa: 7a – 11a

8a – 11a

Lighting of the Square: 5:30p – 9p

Beaumont Athletic Complex – 950 Langham Rd.

Heritage Village Twilight Tour: 5:30p

Elevate your Thanksgiving with the freshest possible ingredients. The Beaumont Farmer’s Market gives Southeast Texas families access to great produce, eggs, honey, and more.

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December 4th Goo Goo Dolls – Jefferson Theater 7p 345 Fannin St. in Downtown Beaumont (800) 745-3000 The Goo Goo Dolls have been charting for three generations. Enjoy them in an intimate setting with your teen.

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Southeast Texas Families Outdoors

Catfish Offer Fun, Food, and Education

We hear from a lot of moms who want to get their children out from in front of the TV and X-Box and into some outdoor activities.

For many in Southeast Texas, catfish offer family friendly fun.

They are a species that can be found across Southeast Texas.

You don’t have to have a boat, expensive gear, or a lot of knowledge.

Most importantly, catfish seem pretty eager to get on a child’s hook, so they offer a great introduction to fishing.

Every pond, creek, lake, and river in Southeast Texas has catfish in it.

Getting Started:

Good news. You do not have to spend a lot of money. Do you already have a fishing pole you or your child can cast?

Perfect. If not, head to Academy Sports and Outdoors and choose one the right size for your child and the right price for you. They usually have one that will work just fine for around twenty dollars. For beginners, even small children, I would recommend skipping the Barbie poles and choose a Zebco rod and reel. The “33” model reel is a good beginner’s option. The Zebco “33” is just as easy to cast as a child’s pole and will last longer. Advanced fishermen will develop their own preferences down the road, but this is a good starter combo.

While you are buying your rod, ask for some bobbers and hooks for catfish and they will steer you in the right direction. They will even show you how to put them on properly.

You can use a weight instead of a bobber, but watching the bobber with eager anticipation adds an element of excitement for children.

Worms are a good bait for beginners and experts alike. Your child can dig their own or you can get them at Academy or at a Golden Triangle convenience store near you.

Bring a chair and head for a pond or creek near you. Cast and wait.

Soon, a catfish will find you.

The good thing about using worms is other fish might find you as well, including perch or bass.

Bring a pair of pliers (the one in your tool kit or junk drawer is fine) to shake the catfish off of your hook and you’re all set.

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Additional Resources: Many local state parks offer “free fishing days”. Call around and ask if they have dates on the calendar. Most offer free fishing poles to the first fifty or a hundred children (you even get to keep the pole) and advice on how to catch fish.

You Tube is also a great tool. Search for beginner’s fishing videos and you’ll be armed with enough knowledge to get through your first couple of fishing adventures with your child.

Your child’s friends can be invaluable. You don’t have to look far in Southeast Texas to find an eight or nine-year-old who knows how to tie a perfect fishing knot, where to cast, and how to clean a fish. Invite them to go with you. All kids enjoy the chance to show their special skills – and to be appreciated for them.

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Cooking your Catfish: It is not rocket science. You can cook a catfish any way you cook any other fish. Fried is easy, reliable, and popular here.

Today, we’ll look at something different.

Catfish and Grits: This recipe can be easily adjusted for your taste or your child’s.

Don’t hesitate to add or remove ingredients.

Recipe is for four catfish fillets. Adjust accordingly x Grits for four servings – follow the recipe on your box/bag of grits x ½ onion, diced x Handful of grated cheddar cheese x 2 tablespoons butter x 1 tablespoon Tony Chachere’s Cajun Spice

Start your grits and begin heating a skillet for your catfish. Cast iron is wonderful, but any skillet will work.

Add one tablespoon of your butter. Sautee your onions while the pan is heating.

Sprinkle your Tony’s on each side of the catfish fillets. When the pan is hot, add your fillets. Listen and watch. When that side is crispy, flip the fillets. On a hot pan, you should be able to cook them in around five minutes.

Put your grits on each plate, top with your desired amount of cheese and add the catfish fillets and caramelized onions to the top.

Catfish and Grits is easy to make, offers a wonderful mix of tastes and textures, and is reasonably healthy.

Moms can modify to make it even healthier – substitute Olive Oil for butter, remove the cheese, or sauté additional vegetables while your pan heats – zucchini, cherry tomatoes, kale, or whatever you and your child will enjoy.

If you’re looking to get your child out from in front of the TV, fishing is a great hobby. You can get them started, but they will likely soon outgrow your knowledge. That is great – they can take ownership of their activity.

Do you and your child enjoy fishing? Tag us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or use #SETXFamily. We’d love to share them with our readers.

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The Arts – November’s Guide to Music, Dance, Theater, and Fine Art For Southeast Texas Families looking to enjoy the arts, there are lots of wonderful opportunities. What is your passion? Music? Dance? Theater? Fine Art? There are great options for everyone this month. Here is your November guide to the arts in Southeast Texas.

Film The City of Beaumont runs a great historic film series at The Jefferson Theater. The venue has a rich history of bringing live acts and great films to Southeast Texas. The theater has hosted Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis, The Smothers Brothers, and generations of great movies. During the classic film series, all showings are $5. This month they will feature: x November 4. Reservoir Dogs. Quentin Tarantino’s dialogue heavy tale of a heist gone wrong. Adults only.

Rated R. x

November 17. Cinema Paradiso. The touching story of a young boy in war torn Sicily who watches films to escape a dreary life. Rated PG.

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November 18. It’s a Wonderful Life. The classic American Christmas tale. A small town man wishes he’d never been born – and later realizes the blessing his life has been to others. Rated PG.

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December 2. How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Dr. Seuss is the American children’s author and illustrator.

Bring your family downtown to get into the holiday spirit. Rated PG.

Dance x

November 13. Beaumont Ballet Theatre Fall Premier. 2:30p. Jefferson Theater. BeaumontBallet.org.

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December 9. The Nutcracker. 9:30a and 11:00a. Julie Rogers Theater. BeaumontCivicBallet.net.

Music x

November 19. Triumphant Tchaikovsky. Julie Rogers Theater Beaumont. Symphony of Southeast Texas.

7:30p. $26 - $46. This is a wonderful opportunity to introduce your family to one of the world’s great composers. SOST.org.

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November 29. Chris Botti and the Symphony of Southeast Texas. Lutcher Theater in Orange. 7:30p. $45 - $75.Switching gears, from classical to jazz, the symphony brings Grammy winner Chris Botti to Beaumont. He’s sold over 3,000,000 albums and is considered a master of the trumpet. SOST.org.

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December 4. Goo Goo Dolls. Jefferson Theater. 8p. $49 - $79. The Goo Goo Dolls hits have been played on Southeast Texas radio stations for three decades. Experience them live at Beaumont’s historic Jefferson Theater.

Fine Art x

November 5. Food for Art’s Sake. Beaumont Art League. 7p. $40. Fundraiser featuring great food and art

by Dan Gresham. www.BeaumontArtLeague.org

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Through November 30. Quilts by Laura Casmore. Black Heritage Gallery. FREE Admission. BHFLC.org. Discover the work of Port Arthur master quilter Laura Casmore in her first SWLA exhibit.

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December 3. Adult Studio Art Workshop: Paper Marbling. $35 (members $25) Stark Museum of Art. StarkCulturalVenues.org.

We hope this month’s selections help you plug into the local arts scene. Additional items can be found in our November calendar.

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VYPE

– The Magazine of High School Sports Are you a Southeast Texas high school sports fan?

Pick up a copy of VYPE SETX from over 200 locations across Southeast Texas including local Market Basket stores.

VYPE staff network with local high school athletic programs to provide detailed previews of our seasonal sports: football, baseball and softball, volleyball, basketball, and more.

The magazine also offers in depth “Sports Illustrated” style profiles of standout athletes from football to golf to fishing.

Learn more about your school’s stars and leaders.

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The quarterly magazine provides in depth articles highlighting the best in high school athletics, covering the 35 high schools in the Golden Triangle:

x Anahuac

x Liberty

x Barbers Hill

x Lumberton

x Baytown

x Nederland

x Beaumont

x Newton

x Bridge City

x Orange LCM

x Buna

x Orangefield

x Crosby

x Port Arthur

x Dayton

x Sour Lake – Hardin Jefferson

x Hampshire – Fannett

x Vidor

x Huffman Hargrave

x Warren

x Jasper

x West Orange – Stark

x Kirbyville

x Winnie – East Chambers

x Kountze

x Woodville

x Legacy Christian

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Whether you’re a football fanatic, a baseball mom, or raising the next volleyball superstar, you’ll find coverage of your favorite high school sport in VYPE SETX. VYPE also features a robust online site that attracts thousands of Southeast Texas sports fans each week: Vype. com/SETX.

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Daryl Fant, Marketing VYPE SETX (512) 567-8068 SETXAdvertising@gmail.com

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