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May
2
Thu
Galveston Art League Exhibits Entries in Annual Juried Contest @ Galveston Art League
May 2 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

From May 2nd-26th, the Galveston Art League Gallery, 2117A Postoffice St. in Galveston, will exhibit artworks that were accepted into its Spring 2019 Juried Show.

The nonprofit Galveston Art League holds three juried competitions per year, and the next one will occur in the fall. The competitions are open to everyone, and each artist may submit up to three entries. Typically a little over 100 entries are accepted for the five categories: works on canvas or board, works on paper, photography, mixed-media 2-D works, and 3-D works.

Full details― including entry requirements, fees, and cash awards to top-rated artworks ― are available in the show prospectus, which is posted about a month before entries are due. The prospectus may be downloaded from the black sidebar at GalvestonArtLeague.com.

The Galveston Art League was founded in 1914 to promote visual arts and art education. The league accomplishes its mission through its juried shows, low-cost art workshops for children and adults, nine member shows per year, and promotion of area artists in electronic and print media.

For more info visit GalvestonArtLeague.com or email gallery2117@gmail.com.

May
3
Fri
Galveston Art League Exhibits Entries in Annual Juried Contest @ Galveston Art League
May 3 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

From May 2nd-26th, the Galveston Art League Gallery, 2117A Postoffice St. in Galveston, will exhibit artworks that were accepted into its Spring 2019 Juried Show.

The nonprofit Galveston Art League holds three juried competitions per year, and the next one will occur in the fall. The competitions are open to everyone, and each artist may submit up to three entries. Typically a little over 100 entries are accepted for the five categories: works on canvas or board, works on paper, photography, mixed-media 2-D works, and 3-D works.

Full details― including entry requirements, fees, and cash awards to top-rated artworks ― are available in the show prospectus, which is posted about a month before entries are due. The prospectus may be downloaded from the black sidebar at GalvestonArtLeague.com.

The Galveston Art League was founded in 1914 to promote visual arts and art education. The league accomplishes its mission through its juried shows, low-cost art workshops for children and adults, nine member shows per year, and promotion of area artists in electronic and print media.

For more info visit GalvestonArtLeague.com or email gallery2117@gmail.com.

Free Family Fun at Saengerfest Park: Movies & Concerts @ Saengerfest Park
May 3 @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm

It’s beginning to feel like summer, so why not spend a few hours at the park? Saengerfest Park, located in the heart of Downtown Galveston, is a great place to find free family-friendly fun.

Saengerfest Park is a small, square park located on the corner of 23rd St. and The Strand in Galveston’s Historic Strand District. Saengerfest Park is known for having a large, playable chess set, a large compass that can be used as a seat, a colorful iconic Galveston wall mural, a huge beach chair offering photo opportunities, wooden benches, an old-fashioned London-style phone booth, and a stage used for festivals, movies, and concerts.

Visitors and residents are invited to enjoy free movies the first Saturday of each month beginning just after dusk. Moviegoers are encouraged to set up a blanket or chair. Scheduled movies are:

  • May 4th: “A Wrinkle in Time” (2018)
  • June 1st: “Willie Wonka & The Chocolate Factory” (1971)
  • July 6th: “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle”
  • August 3rd: “Ralph Breaks the Internet” (2018)
  • September 7th: “Tommy Boy” (1995)
  • October 5th: “Goosebumps” (2015)

Music Nite on The Strand takes place on the second Saturday of each month, 6-9pm. These free concerts are a great family-fun event. Dancing is highly encouraged. Concerts scheduled are:

  • May 11th: Sonic Seduction (Radio hits)
  • June 8th: John Evans Band (Rock, Country, Blues)
  • July 13th: Sarah Grace and the Soul (Blues, R&B)
  • August 10th: Donovan Keith (Soul)
  • September 14th: Fab Five (Beatles Tribute)
  • October 12th: 30i (Rock)

These events are presented by Mitchell Historic Properties and The Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau. For more info go to galveston.com/saengerfestpark.

May
4
Sat
Galveston Art League Exhibits Entries in Annual Juried Contest @ Galveston Art League
May 4 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

From May 2nd-26th, the Galveston Art League Gallery, 2117A Postoffice St. in Galveston, will exhibit artworks that were accepted into its Spring 2019 Juried Show.

The nonprofit Galveston Art League holds three juried competitions per year, and the next one will occur in the fall. The competitions are open to everyone, and each artist may submit up to three entries. Typically a little over 100 entries are accepted for the five categories: works on canvas or board, works on paper, photography, mixed-media 2-D works, and 3-D works.

Full details― including entry requirements, fees, and cash awards to top-rated artworks ― are available in the show prospectus, which is posted about a month before entries are due. The prospectus may be downloaded from the black sidebar at GalvestonArtLeague.com.

The Galveston Art League was founded in 1914 to promote visual arts and art education. The league accomplishes its mission through its juried shows, low-cost art workshops for children and adults, nine member shows per year, and promotion of area artists in electronic and print media.

For more info visit GalvestonArtLeague.com or email gallery2117@gmail.com.

May
7
Tue
Salty Culture ‘Salty Cuts’ @ Salvation Army of Galveston COunty
May 7 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

May 7th (5:30-7pm): Salty Cuts – Clear your evening if you want to help with the next Salty Culture ‘Salty Cuts’ – free haircuts to our less fortunate friends. A simple hair cut makes people feel like a million bucks!  But honestly, you will get way more out of the evening than our friends ever will. They are currently seeking stylists. Message to sign up to volunteer at facebook.com/events/453814462067516/. They are also in need of donated snacks and volunteers to hand out swag bags and hang with people outside on the balcony for the pre-party before the haircut party, sweepers, free smiles, and high-fives! Each stylist will be assigned a table that evening and they will advertise your salon the week leading up to the event. This will be held at Salvation Army Galveston, 601 51st St., Galveston.

May
8
Wed
Galveston Art League Exhibits Entries in Annual Juried Contest @ Galveston Art League
May 8 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

From May 2nd-26th, the Galveston Art League Gallery, 2117A Postoffice St. in Galveston, will exhibit artworks that were accepted into its Spring 2019 Juried Show.

The nonprofit Galveston Art League holds three juried competitions per year, and the next one will occur in the fall. The competitions are open to everyone, and each artist may submit up to three entries. Typically a little over 100 entries are accepted for the five categories: works on canvas or board, works on paper, photography, mixed-media 2-D works, and 3-D works.

Full details― including entry requirements, fees, and cash awards to top-rated artworks ― are available in the show prospectus, which is posted about a month before entries are due. The prospectus may be downloaded from the black sidebar at GalvestonArtLeague.com.

The Galveston Art League was founded in 1914 to promote visual arts and art education. The league accomplishes its mission through its juried shows, low-cost art workshops for children and adults, nine member shows per year, and promotion of area artists in electronic and print media.

For more info visit GalvestonArtLeague.com or email gallery2117@gmail.com.

May
9
Thu
Galveston Art League Exhibits Entries in Annual Juried Contest @ Galveston Art League
May 9 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

From May 2nd-26th, the Galveston Art League Gallery, 2117A Postoffice St. in Galveston, will exhibit artworks that were accepted into its Spring 2019 Juried Show.

The nonprofit Galveston Art League holds three juried competitions per year, and the next one will occur in the fall. The competitions are open to everyone, and each artist may submit up to three entries. Typically a little over 100 entries are accepted for the five categories: works on canvas or board, works on paper, photography, mixed-media 2-D works, and 3-D works.

Full details― including entry requirements, fees, and cash awards to top-rated artworks ― are available in the show prospectus, which is posted about a month before entries are due. The prospectus may be downloaded from the black sidebar at GalvestonArtLeague.com.

The Galveston Art League was founded in 1914 to promote visual arts and art education. The league accomplishes its mission through its juried shows, low-cost art workshops for children and adults, nine member shows per year, and promotion of area artists in electronic and print media.

For more info visit GalvestonArtLeague.com or email gallery2117@gmail.com.

Kids Canvas with Therin – Mothers Day Present @ Clay Cups Studio
May 9 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Mothers Day Kids Class – Bring the kids to make a lovely handmade gift for mom, grandma or anyone special for the coming holiday!

Galveston’s Paint Your Own Pottery & Social Canvas Studio!

May
10
Fri
Galveston Art League Exhibits Entries in Annual Juried Contest @ Galveston Art League
May 10 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

From May 2nd-26th, the Galveston Art League Gallery, 2117A Postoffice St. in Galveston, will exhibit artworks that were accepted into its Spring 2019 Juried Show.

The nonprofit Galveston Art League holds three juried competitions per year, and the next one will occur in the fall. The competitions are open to everyone, and each artist may submit up to three entries. Typically a little over 100 entries are accepted for the five categories: works on canvas or board, works on paper, photography, mixed-media 2-D works, and 3-D works.

Full details― including entry requirements, fees, and cash awards to top-rated artworks ― are available in the show prospectus, which is posted about a month before entries are due. The prospectus may be downloaded from the black sidebar at GalvestonArtLeague.com.

The Galveston Art League was founded in 1914 to promote visual arts and art education. The league accomplishes its mission through its juried shows, low-cost art workshops for children and adults, nine member shows per year, and promotion of area artists in electronic and print media.

For more info visit GalvestonArtLeague.com or email gallery2117@gmail.com.

Cork & Canvas – Abstract Peonies @ Clay Cups Studio
May 10 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Abstract Peonies – Spring is in the air! Come paint a beautiful abstract bouquet with Amy this Friday night!

Galveston’s Paint Your Own Pottery & Social Canvas Studio!



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