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Yes Baytown has a TOURISM department! When you think of Baytown I know many just think of the old mall and the chemical plants, but we are so much more.
Enjoy as we sit with Anna Yowell and Sheree Cardwell of Baytown Tourism as they share their love of Baytown and all we have to offer. I must say that these two are perfect at what they do. When you hear them speak you an truly feel their love of Baytown and their love of discovering new ways to share who and what Baytown is and what all Baytown has to offer.
Enjoy!
 
Be sure to visit the tourism website to discover all the neat attractions Baytown has to offer
https://www.visitbaytown.com/
 

Better late than never!
Enjoy this very fun, and informative, sit down with two of the best to do what they do: Jake Boyd, our Adult Programming Librarian, and Kathy Bermudez, our Marketing Librarian. Listen as Jake explains the magic they bring to Baytown with innovative programs for the adults in our community. Get a glimpse into the marketing mind of Kathy and her mission to make us FAMOUS! It is clear with clever marketing, and amazing programs geared to all, we these two are working very hard to reach the community so they can enjoy  all the amazing programs here at the Baytown Library. 
www.baytownlibrary.org
 
Jake Boyd - Adult Programming Librarian
jacob.boyd@baytown.org
 
Kathy Bermudez - Marketing Librarian
katherine.torres@baytown.org
 

We are BACK!
Take a listen to this fun episode with Baytown Library's very own teen department gurus, Katie Beverly & Donald Craig. Enjoy as we discover Katie and Donald's journey to teens, the importance of teen programming, the programs available for teens, how teens can volunteer, and why Donald calls them his "minions"
Enjoy!
 
If you have questions about teen programs:
www.baytownlibrary.org
 
Katie Beverly~ Teen Librarian
catherine.beverly@baytown.org
Donald Craig~ Family Services Technician 
donald.craig@baytown.org
 

Welcome back!
Today we sit with Dr. Yvonne Thomas-Chapa and Karen Knight of Baytown's Historic Arts, Culture, and Entertainment District! The ACE District began in 2016, several entrepreneurs and landlords in the downtown area of Baytown decided it was time for businesses to regroup, form an organization, and see about getting more activity in the neighborhood. Since then the ACE District, and with earning their 501c3 non-profit status, have been highly active in the community holding events such as the Christmas on Texas Avenue Festival, Black History Month Celebration, International Woman’s Day Event, Praise and Worship events, our Summer Music Festivals, Trunk or Treat on Texas Avenue, and Caribbean Vibes on the Avenue. Please enjoy as Yvonne and Karen share what is coming next in 2023, giving back, and how to join ACE District with bringing back culture to Baytown!
Enjoy!
 
To contact ACE District:
https://www.acedistrictbaytown.org/
Email: info@acedistrictbaytown.org
​Tel: (281) 810-2990
 

Kickin' it with Allbooked!
Enjoy this very fun episode crossover with our podcasts family Allbooked hosted by Lesley and Katie! 
We hosted a city open house for our fellow city employees so they can get to know our Library/Community Engagement department better. We asked everyone about their favorite book and what they love the most about Baytown! So enjoy the fun and heartfelt responses!  
 
To listen to the great book reviews on Allbooked  from our amazing library staff at Sterling Municipal Library click the link below:
https://allbooked.podbean.com/
 
 

We are back with a very informative episode! We sit with Laura Alvarado and Argenis Santamaria with First3Years. They discuss the great work Babies In Baytown (BIB) and First3Years is doing for parents/guardians readying their children for school during their pivotal learning years. They also discuss their success working the COFI model (Community Organizing and Family Issues). Enjoy!
 
The get in contact with Laura and/or Argenis for more information:
www.first3yearstx.org
Laura Alvarado, Community Systems Manager - lalvarado@first3yearstx.org
Arjenis Santamaria, Family Leadership Coordinator - asantamaria@first3yearstx.org