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While we strive to ensure that all of our events are current and accurate, please always check to ensure that the event is still scheduled and that the information below is correct.

• First Fridays at Five Points – Main Street Art Walk Fri. March 7 from 6-9 pm
  @ Five Points Park, La Porte

• West Chambers Deaf Social – Mar. 8th @ 11 am. @
  The Toasted Yolk in Mt. Belvieu 13001 I-10 East

• Poderosas Market [Women’s Day Market] Sat. March 8^th 11am-4 pm
  4600 S FM 565, Baytown [Cove Food Park] Sponsored by Event by Casa Grace Bakery and Cafe and Mindful Boutique

• +Full Moon Hike - Sat. Mar. 15th- 8:00pm-9:30pm @ Baytown Nature Center

• Spring Market @ Town Square - Mar.15th -10:00am-2:00pm - 213 W Texas Ave

• Baytown Free Movie Night - Sat. March 15th @ 7 pm @ Baytown Town Square 213 W. Texas Ave.

• +Cycle the City with La Porte Mayor Helton- Tues. Mar. 18^th @6:30pm
  Lomax Rodeo Arena 1508 Lomax School Rd 

• Baytown's 2025 Run for Your Wildlife 1k/5k - March 22nd. 3:30pm - ??

• + Party on the Peninsula @ Baytown Nature Center - FREE park admission + Free parking - Free Live Concert Sat., March 22 from 6:30-9:30 pm

• Mont Belvieu’s Spring Sprint 5K & Kids Fun Run Sat. March 22nd 8am

• Ultimate Food Truck Cookoff - Sat. March 22nd - 9am-11 pm
  Lomax Rodeo Arena, 1508 Lomax School Rd.

• Baytown Trash Bash Sat. March 29th 8am-12noon @ Baytown Nature Center

• +Thrift it Forward -Fri. April 4th, 5-7pm at Goose Creek Memorial High School

• Mont Belvieu Market at the Park, Sat. April 5th.- 8am - Noon

• Main Street Trade Days – Sat. April 5th – 10am-2 pm  208 W. Main, La Porte

• Deaf Social Where Bakery - April 5th - 11 am @ 
  Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

• +Monster Truck Wars Sat. April 12 12pm-7:30pm @Crosby Fair & Rodeo
  Details

• +Bow Creation Class @ Yepez Vineyard - April 25th, 6:00pm-9:00pm Info

• Sylvan Beach Festival - April 26 Full Details

• +Spring Craft & Vendor Mkt. -Sun. April 27 -10am-4pm
  404 Laredo St, Baytown

• Baytown Rotary Club Annual Shrimp & Catfish Festival Sat., May 10 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. @ Baytown Community Center. Tickets are available from any Baytown Rotarian or at the front desk of The Baytown Sun, 1301 Memorial Dr.

• Movie Under the Stars: Kung Fu Panda Sat. May 17th Movie starts @ 7 pm
  @ Mont Belvieu City Park

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Covestro Slashes Emissions at Baytown Facility with New Sustainability Initiative

Covestro, a leading manufacturer of high-quality polymers, has made significant progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions at its Baytown, Texas, facility. The company recently launched its Nitric Acid Unit Climate Initiative (NAUCI), a project aimed at curbing emissions from its nitric acid production process. This initiative has resulted in a 99% reduction in emissions from the unit, which translates to an overall 60% decrease in the plant's Scope 1 emissions.

Nitric acid plays a key role in producing methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) and toluene diisocyanate (TDI), essential components of polyurethane used in various products, including mattresses, furniture, insulation, and automotive seating. However, its production has traditionally been a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions. With the introduction of NAUCI, Covestro has cut approximately 195,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent annually. When combined with previous emission reduction projects at the facility, the company has achieved a cumulative annual reduction of nearly 900,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent.

The Baytown facility is on track to meet its goal of achieving Scope 1 and Scope 2 climate neutrality by 2035. Covestro's leadership has emphasized the project's long-term environmental impact, both within the facility and in the surrounding Baytown community, as the company continues to push forward with its sustainability strategy.

“Tyke Hike”Preschool Nature Program

🌿🐸 Not your typical Preschool Storytime! 🐛🌼

Get outside and explore! Each week, we’ll dive into a new science topic with stories, crafts, and hands-on activities—plus the chance to meet live creatures! 🐢🐜🐍

👣 Join us for “Tyke Hike”—a fun, outdoor science program for kids ages 3-5.

📅 Every Friday at 10:00 AM (Starts March 7, 2025)

💲 $3 per child, per class

📍 Baytown Nature Center | 6213 Bayway Dr, Baytown

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The City of Mont Belvieu, Texas is currently accepting applications for an Utility Operator I at the Public Works Department. Click for details

Harris County Flood Control District is Hiring!

They offer paid benefits, holiday pay, and more. Explore the job openings at hcfcd.org/jobs

The City of Baytown is Hiring:

Seasonal Grounds Technician will help keep our parks safe, clean, and beautiful. 
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Baytown Nature Center Education Technician – PT
Assists Baytown Nature Center Naturalist in the design and development of nature-based education and recreational programs. Assists in conducting programs throughout the natural resources division.  Click for full details

La Porte is Hiring Two Paramedic II Positions

Competitive pay ($75,692-$89,053), excellent benefits, and the chance to serve your community.

TX EMT-P or LP and 2+ years experience required.

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Now Hiring at The Baytown Sun

🔹 Circulation District Manager (Part-Time)

Must have a dependable vehicle, a valid drivers’ license, valid insurance, a backup driver in case of emergency, and be able to pass a drivers’ license and background check. Night duties include running a forklift and ensuring that newspaper carriers receive their papers for early morning delivery. You will also run two established routes and any down routes as needed. Additional duties may occur as needed. Forklift certification preferred, but we can train and certify.

🔹 Newspaper Carriers (Multiple Positions Available)
Be a Carrier for The Baytown Sun. Be your own boss, work early mornings 3 days a week and finish early enough to enjoy the rest of your day! You must have a phone, a valid drivers’ license, valid insurance and a dependable vehicle. Must also be able to pass a background and drivers’ license check.

🔹Apply at their office, 1301 Memorial Drive, Baytown, Mon-Fri from 8am-5pm.

🔧 Now Hiring: Tire Technician! 🔧

Are you skilled in tire repair and light-duty mechanical work? Join our Equipment Services team at the City of La Porte and help keep our fleet rolling!

💰 Pay: $17.395 - $21.743 per hour

📍 Location: La Porte, TX

📅 Apply: Open until filled

✅ Inspect, repair, and replace tires on fleet vehicles

✅ Perform light mechanical repairs & maintenance

✅ CDL Class B obtainable within 6 months

🚗 Put your skills to work in a career with great benefits and stability! Apply today!

Monday’s Quiz -What unique feature helps alligators survive cold temperatures in frozen water?
Answer: A) They stick their snouts above the ice and enter a state of brumation.

Alligators survive cold snaps through a process called brumation, a reptilian version of hibernation. When water begins to freeze, they stick their snouts above the ice, allowing them to breathe while their bodies slow down to conserve energy. This eerie sight is known as "snorkeling."!