Local businesses and groups sponsor events to benefit school

The Community Betterment and Arts Council of Houston, HHS Y.O.U.T.H, Simmons Bank, State Farm Insurance and Texas County Library will sponsor several “Stuff the Bus” events to benefit the Houston School District.

The Phoenix Theater in Houston will put on two free showings sponsored by State Farm Insurance where those attending can bring a box of tissues. The events are a 2 p.m. Thursday, July 18 showing of ‘The Little Mermaid’ and a 2 p.m. Thursday, July 25 showing of ‘Super Mario.’

Anyone bringing a box of tissues to a pool party from noon to 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16 at the Houston Swimming Pool will receive free admission and ice cream. The event is sponsored by Simmons Bank.

Concessions will be available for purchase at both movie showings. Other school supplies will be accepted.

“On the yearly student back-to-school items list it often lists two boxes of tissue,” said Elaine Campbell, event organizer. “Our group decided three years ago that we and the community could help with those costs. If we don’t get the 1,000 boxes, the Community Betterment and Arts Council will purchase the rest.”

For more information contact decamcoinc@yahoo.com .

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