The Rotary Club of Beaumont, TX, is a large and diverse fellowship of inspired business, professional, and civic leaders with significant community connections that foster the ideals of Service Above Self and high ethical standards.
If you are attending in person, we ask that you use this linkto make a reservation by Monday, February 20, 2023.
Dr. Jimmy Simmons
President Emeritus
Lamar University
James M. Simmons, Lamar's 14th president is widely regarded as one of the most successful presidents in Lamar University's history. Simmons spearheaded development efforts to provide funding for scholarship programs, academic offerings, and construction projects. During Simmons' years in office, many new programs were added at Lamar including five new bachelor's degrees, three new master's degrees, and three doctoral degrees including its first Ph.D. program. The university's sixth and seventh academic chairs were established as well as new named departments.
Throughout his career, Simmons has attracted acclaim as a performer on the clarinet, saxophone, and piano. He has performed with a who's who of headliners including Bob Hope, Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles, and The Temptations to name a few.
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February 22, 2023
Invocation
Ronnie Ramirez
Branch Manager
South Land Title LLC
Pledges to USA & Texas Flags
Pat Anderson
Commissioner
Port of Beaumont
Introduction of Guests
Diane Bass
President
Advanced Pediatric Care, Inc.
Introduction of Speaker
Dana Timaeus
Managing Partner
The Timaeus Law Firm
Please volunteer for Head Table responsibilities through the
Board of Directors Meeting; 11:30 a.m.; MCM Elegante- Fountainview Room
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ROTARY AFTER HOURS
RAH will be held February 23, 2023 at Madison's at 5:30-7:00 P.M. Come enjoy a wonderful evening, prepared by Amanda Ellis and the Rotary After Hours committee! We will have a Mardi Gras themed hat and mask contest. Tickets to vote will be $1.
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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY
sponsored by
Join us as we celebrate International Women's Day on March 8, 2023. To become a sponsor for this event, please click HERE.
Please submit logo for social media recognition to admin@beaumontrotaryclub.org
"Show Your Colors" Flag Project: February 20, 2023 Delivery
Our flag subscribers are appreciative of the effort and patriotism shown through the "Show Your Colors" flag project.
Thank you to those who participated and made this a huge success. Pat Anderson chairs up this event, and he does a fantastic job at keeping it organized.
Dan Jeans and Paula
Vernon Pierce
Larry Beaulieu
Pat Anderson
Amanda Ellis
David James
Phil Dunlap
Michael Perez
Chuck Heare
Jason Apadoca
Eddie Arnold
Lynn Castle and Kris
Cindy Cherry
Ellen Zimmerman
Helen Lou
Tim Sudela
Dana Timaeus
Jacques Gagne
Allan Higgins
Troy Bolser
Terri Potter and Lee
Lane Olson
Alan Sampson
Misty Fountain
Brad Brown
Robert Kocot
Carolyn Fernandez
Cindy Jeanis
Kevin Reed
Dee Lane
Joey Kressman
John Lee
Jennifer Gregory
Gigi Mazzola
Debbie Maxwell & Howard
Rebekah Maxwell
Chris Ayers
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BINGO CHALLENGE
Have you submitted a membership proposal form? Do you know someone who wants to join Rotary? Let's get them involved!
Also, thank you to our sponsors!
Click HERE for a proposal form and email it to admin@beaumontrotaryclub.org or call the office (409) 842-1913.
Rotary Goes to Work was such a success and informative experience for our Rotarians. We want to thank Jay Wilson with Express Employment Professionals, Tim Sudela with American Valve & Hydrant, Virtue Alexander and Dean Conwell with Beaumont Convention & Visitors Bureau, Jacquetta Walker with Nance International, Terri Potter with American Air Systems, and Pat Anderson with Port of Beaumont. This was such a great experience to be able to see where other Rotarians work and see a glimpse into their work life. Also, thank you to Virtue Alexander and John Lee for their dedication and work for making this event happen. Thank you for signing up and being an active part in Rotary Goes to Work!
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