Rotary Club of Port Arthur

11/02/2026

📣YOU ARE INVITED! 💙💛

On behalf of Carolyn J Brown, President of the Rotary Club of Port Arthur, we cordially invite you to join us on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 12:00 Noon for an informative and engaging meeting.

We look forward to welcoming our guest speaker, Lachelle A. Edwards of the Port of Port Arthur, who will share important updates about the Port and its ongoing developments.

We hope you will join us for this wonderful opportunity to stay informed, connect, and fellowship with fellow Rotarians and guests.

📍 For meeting details and additional information, please see the attached flyer.

We look forward to seeing you there! 💙💛

Service Above Self! 🤝

10/29/2026

Just a friendly reminder on behalf of Carolyn J Brown, president, Rotary Club of Port Arthur!

10/26/2026

As shared by past president and Assistant Governor, Dr. Jesus B. Acosta, please check out Rotary 5910 District Governor Philip Shackelford sharing phenomenal information on his podcast concerning our own Rotary Club of Port Arthur Past Presidents Russel Buss and
Dr. Barry Davis.


Carolyn J Brown Carol Price Buss

Russell Buss shares a unique story about receiving one of the origi...

10/25/2026

10/24/2026

October 24, 2026
Walking/Running for a Purpose: Every Step Matters!

What a beautiful day to enjoy walking, running, or any outdoor activity! Today, I had the privilege of walking for two meaningful causes that are especially close to my heart.

I wanted to support the Capland Speech Therapy Center, where long time Rotarian Doris Alexander-Hale serves as Director. I also wanted to honor World Polio Day 2026 in support of the Rotary mission to eradicate polio worldwide, under the leadership of Carolyn J Brown, President of our local Rotary Club of Port Arthur.

Although our Rotary Club observed World Polio Day through a PolioPlus Social Hour October 22, I wanted to dedicate my steps today to both worthy causes. Speaking of walking, I was excited to Sea Rim Striders as I have participated in many Turkey Trots. This walk was especially meaningful to me because, following a serious fall that injured both of my knees earlier this year, walking is not always easy for me.

I may have been the last person to cross the finish line, but I FINISHED! And that is what matters most. I kept going because I was walking for noble purposes, and every step was a reminder that determination, perseverance, and a heart for service can carry us a long way. Sometimes, the greatest victory is simply refusing to give up!

The Capland Speech Therapy Center walk was made possible through the generous support of sponsors, including Valero Port Arthur Refinery; Ashley Beaumont | Nederland | Jasper; Howell Furniture; Darlean’s Market & Cafe; ABS Towing & Recovery; Texas Artists Museum of Port Arthur, Texas; and Wathen, DeShong & Juncker, LLP, along with the additional sponsors recognized in the attached photo. Thank you to these sponsors and everyone who helped make this meaningful event possible!

Missed the walks or our PolioPlus Social Hour? There is still time to make a difference! Consider making a donation to support the Capland Speech Therapy Center and its valuable work, and/or contribute to the Rotary Club of Port Arthur in support of the global effort to eradicate polio. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps move these missions forward.

Today was about more than walking. It was about purpose, perseverance, community, and service to others.

I WALKED. I PERSEVERED. I FINISHED. AND I WALKED FOR A PURPOSE! ❤️

Please enjoy a few photos from today’s walk along the absolutely beautiful Port Arthur Sea Wall!

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City of Port Arthur

10/24/2026

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10/23/2026

October 24, 2026, is recognized as
World Polio Day. On October 22, 2026, under the leadership of President Carolyn J Brown, the Rotary Club of Port Arthur sponsored a PolioPlus Social Hour in collaboration with Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux where 10% will be used as a fundraiser for the benefit of assisting in the eradication of Polio. Also a brief walk was done as a gesture of supporting the efforts of Rotary as we aim
to End Polio Now!

President Brown gave special and sincere appreciation to Rotarians Russel Buss,
Arthur Thomas, Dr. Lynda Boswell, Doris Alexander-Hale, Dr. Johnny E Brown and Dr. LaWanda Finney for their attendance and financial contributions to this project as well as community attendees and/or financial contributors, Tena Tyler, Carolyn Thibodeaux, Sandra Gail Castille, Lawrence Daniels and Valarie Daniels.

We had a wonderful fellowship as we all felt blessed as a local club to be a part of a universal goal of striving to totally end polio.
Please know that It's never too late to financially support this ongoing effort to totally end Polio for everyone.

10/23/2026