Rotary Club of Port Arthur

09/07/2026

CONGRATULATIONS, Dana Espinal🎉

Please join President Carolyn J Brown and the Rotary Club of Port Arthur in proudly congratulating our own Past President and current Governor-Elect, Dana Espinal, on being named a DISTINGUISHED WOMAN OF SOUTHEAST TEXAS! 🏆✨

This well-deserved honor is a beautiful reflection of your outstanding leadership, dedication, service, and commitment to making a difference in our community and beyond.

We are incredibly proud of you, Dana! Your Rotary family celebrates you and this remarkable achievement l! Again CONGRATULATIONS, DANA ESPINAL!💛💙


Lamar State College - Port Arthur


Click below to learn more about this upcoming celebratory event🎉

09/05/2026

As we recognized yesterday September 4, 2026, as Blood Donation Day, the Rotary Club of Port Arthur under the leadership of President Carolyn J Brown recognizes our own Past President Russel Buss for having donated 116 pints of blood via LifeShare Blood Center - Beaumont!

🩸 It’s National Blood Donation Day!

Today, we celebrate the incredible donors who are the heartbeat of hope and healing in our community. Thank you for giving the gift of life and making a lifesaving difference every day. ❤️

Ready to celebrate with us? Make an appointment today at www.lifeshare.org/give

09/04/2026

September 3, 2026
12 Noon
Carolyn J Brown, President

The Rotary Club of Port Arthur was truly honored and excited to welcome Dr. John C. Hayek, the esteemed new President of Lamar State College - Port Arthur. Introduced by Governor-Elect Dana Espinal, Dr. Hayek shared his vision, goals, and plans for the future of Lamar State College. His presentation was both informative and inspiring, giving our members an exciting glimpse into the possibilities ahead for our community and our students. 📚🎓

A SPECIAL THANK YOU to our current Secretary, Past President, and Past Assistant Governor, Dr. Johnny E Brown, for securing such an outstanding speaker for our club! Your dedication to bringing meaningful and impactful programs to Rotary is truly appreciated. 👏🏽👏🏽

And what a fitting way to celebrate Rotary’s Basic Education and Literacy Month—by hearing from a leader whose work directly impacts education, opportunity, and the future of our community! ❤️💙

Thank you, Dr. Hayek, for spending time with the Rotary Club of Port Arthur. We look forward to all that is ahead!

Rotary: --- 🌎💙💛

09/04/2026

September 3, 2026
12:00 Noon

Rotary Club of Port Arthur meeting facilitated by President Carolyn J Brown.

09/04/2026

September 3, 2026
12 Noon

On behalf of President Carolyn J Brown, please enjoy a few photos capturing the wonderful fellowship shared by members of the Rotary Club of Port Arthur before and after our meeting. We were delighted to spend time connecting with one another and warmly welcoming our esteemed guest speaker, Dr. John C. Hayek, President of Lamar State College - Port Arthur

It was a wonderful time of fellowship, friendship, and Service Above Self! 💙💛



Russel Buss Carolyn J Brown Dana Espinal Dr. Jesus B. Acosta Johnny E Brown Barry DavisJudith Smith Dianne Brown Doris Alexander-Hale Lattimore, David L, CPA - Brammer Begnaud & Lattimore
Sharita Gardner Tammy Kotzur J.T. Beckman

09/04/2026

September 3, 2026
12 Noon

On behalf of President Carolyn J Brown, please enjoy a slideshow of a few photos capturing the wonderful fellowship shared by members of the Rotary Club of Port Arthur before and after our meeting. We were delighted to spend time connecting with one another and warmly welcoming our esteemed guest speaker, Dr. John C. Hayek, President of Lamar State College - Port Arthur

It was a wonderful time of fellowship, friendship, and Service Above Self! 💙💛



Russel Buss Dr. Jesus B. Acosta Johnny E Brown Barry Davis Dana Espinal Judith Smith Dianne Brown Sharita Gardner J.T. Beckman
Doris Alexander-Hale Tammy Kotzur Lattimore, David L, CPA - Brammer Begnaud & Lattimore

09/03/2026