Events

The Orange Lions Club held their new officer installation Monday Night. Incoming officers include new President Terrie Salter, First Vice President Grover Roberts III, Second Vice President Jared Wilson, and Third Vice President Brittney Johnson.

Awards were also given at the event.  The Lion of the Year: Award went to Chris Horner and the Rookie of the Year Award went to Bubba Tipton.

The Orange Lions Club is a community service organization that is part of Lions Clubs International. Their mission is to empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding through Lions clubs.

Locally, the Orange Lions Club sponsors:

• Eye Glasses/Vision Screenings for Qualifying Residents of Orange, TX
• Charity Carnival
• Texas Lions Camp
• Back to School Orange County TX
• Cops and Kids
• Support a number of local charities
• Salvation Army Bell Ringing at Christmas
• Holiday Food Baskets
• Special Friends Day at Carnival
• White Cane Day

They are always seeking new members. For more information or to get involved, contact them at 409-779-3643 or by email at orangelionsclub@gmail.com.

Mark your calendars for another great Food Truck Friday event that will be happening this Friday, July 23, 2021. The guest food trucks will be MrBurger Seafood and Wing Junkies. They will be setting up at the Orange County Courthouse parking lot located at 123 S. 6th Street in Orange from 11 am to 2 pm.

Mr. Burger & Seafood will be serving:

• Burger and Fries $10.00
• 8 wings and Fries $10.00
• Fish and 6 Shrimp w/Fries $10.00
• 8 Shrimp w/Fries $10.00
• Loaded Fries $10.00
• Pork Chops & Fries $10.00

Please see the menu below for Wing Junkies.

The City of Orange Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Deep South Racing Association (DSRA) are excited to announce the 7th Annual Shootout on the Sabine. This event features drag boat racing that will be held September 18 and 19 from 11 A.M. to 6 P.M. at the City of Orange Boat Ramp, located at 1000 Simmons Drive.

Shootout on the Sabine includes 50 to 60 racers from Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and South Carolina. Depending on the classification, speeds of more than 100 mph are possible and are sure to entertain those of all ages. Concessions and children’s activities will be on-site for all to enjoy. There will be no charge to attend this family-friendly event.

Live entertainment by Corey Ledet Zydeco will be held at the Riverside Pavilion, located next to the City of Orange Boat Ramp, on Saturday, September 18, beginning at 7 P.M.

Please note no dogs and no pets will be allowed at the City of Orange Boat Ramp or Riverside Pavilion. Coolers are welcome.

For additional information, please contact the Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau at 409.883.1011 or online on their Facebook page at www.orangetexas.org.

The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts announces Spotlight Packages of four or more shows are on sale now!

Best pricing, prime seats, and ticket exchange are just a few of the benefits enjoyed by Lutcher season ticket holders.

“There are so many fantastic shows in this season’s lineup! Buy now and get the benefits of being a season ticket holder, before tickets go on sale to the public,” encourages Leah Stark, Lutcher Theater’s Marketing Manager.

Visit lutcher.org to purchase Spotlight Packages or call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409-886-5535. Single tickets for all shows will go on sale Monday, August 16, 2021, at 8:30 AM.

This season, Lutcher Theater is presenting 10 incredible events, including seven national touring Broadway shows, a family holiday spectacular, country music legends, and a multi-Grammy award-winning gospel artist. The Lutcher offers a world-class experience to every audience member along with unforgettable memories.

The Lutcher Theater is the prominent presenter of Broadway, national and international tours, award-winning artists, renowned dance, and acclaimed children’s performances for Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana.

Orange County Disaster Rebuild’s Food Truck Friday event has been so popular that is it returning again this week at the Orange County Courthouse, 123 S. 6th St., Orange, from 11 AM – 2 PM.

Their food truck guests will be Grillin’ Cheese, Boss Burger, and the Ice Cream Shack.

The following menus will be offered.

Grillin’ Cheese will be serving:
Cheese Quesadilla ………$6
Chicken Quesadilla………$7
Cheddar Melt………………..$6
Chips……………………………….$1
Drinks………………………………$1

Boss Burger will be serving:
Cheese Burger………………$9.59
Street Tacos…………………..$2
Blackened Chicken Sammies……………….$9.59
Chips………………………………$.50

Ice Cream Shack will have a variety of different ice cream treats to enjoy after a great lunch.