All posts tagged "Galveston"

December Treasure of the Month: “Goldilocks and the Three Bears” Diorama

This month, Rosenberg Library will exhibit a historic diorama which was originally created for the library’s children’s department in the early 1940s. ...

It’s a Holiday Island: Tons of Holly-Jolly, Magically-Memorable Events

Ready for a Galveston Bay Holiday? Our family of coastal communities offer two months of magical events and activities from November to...

Food Drive Thursdays Returns to Moody Gardens for the Holidays

Guests Can Help Local Food Banks and Receive 2 for 1 Admission to Festival of Lights Galveston, Texas (December 1, 2020) —...

Christmas Gifts Still Needed for Many Area Children

Over 400 families have come to register 987 children for gifts for Christmas at The Salvation Army in Galveston County. The Salvation...

A Socially Distance Holiday Season, Island Style

Galveston Holiday Festivities to Feature Socially Distanced, Family-Friendly Events  The holiday season on Galveston Island is full of tradition, from its popular...

The Exquisite Exhibit of “Boy Life in America” by Stephen Wilson on Exhibit at Galveston Arts Center

Now on View: Boy Life in America “Boy Life in America” features a new series of works on paper that present images...

CANCELLED Dec. 4th-6th: Dickens On The Squares

CANCELLED Galveston Historical Foundation’s Board of Directors voted to cancel the 2020 Dickens on The Squares event, scheduled for December 4 and...

Holiday with the Cranes: Dec. 12th

For a unique holiday experience, spend a wonderful, winter Saturday in Galveston celebrating the return of the island’s wintering Sandhill Cranes at...

“Share Your Holidays” Food Drive Underway Dec. 4th

40th Annual ABC13 “Share Your Holidays” Food Drive Set for December 4th at Ball High School from 8am-12 noon This year’s 40th...

Holiday in the Gardens at Moody Gardens Thru Jan. 2nd

As the largest holiday destination in the Southwest, Moody Gardens offers more holiday attractions, activities, festive fun, dining, and hotel packages than...

Galveston Island Live Music Guide

Live Music & Concerts on Galveston Island, Texas This Weekend!   

Downtown Galveston: Fun on The Strand & Postoffice District

Downtown Galveston hosts several unique areas to explore: The Stand, Harborside, Postoffice District, and a bunch more. Check out these events going...

A Stunning View of Heaven on Earth: A View of The Gulf, The Downtown, The Bay Side of Galveston

By Sissie Coomes When you are at the beach, you either want to be in the sun, shaded under awnings and patios...

“Galveston Guide” – Download the new FREE, Totally Cool App!

Bored? Looking for something to do? Download the FREE, totally cool new App “Galveston Guide”! “Galveston Guide” is a FREE events app...

Galveston Artist Residency Introduces the 2020-2021 Artists in Residence

The Galveston Artist Residency is excited to introduce our 2020-2021 Artists in Residence: Ian Gerson Everest Pipkin Katelyn Turner   Ian Gerson is...

Salvation Army Angel Tree Registration Begins

Angel Tree registration for Galveston County families seeking Christmas assistance for their children 12 and younger be in Galveston at the Center...

Experience a Virtual ArtWalk this Fall

For over 25 years, the Galveston Arts Center has organized ArtWalk on eight Saturday evenings each year in the heart of Galveston’s...

The Christmas Holiday’s Are Quickly Upon Us

Where to Fish All Over Galveston Island, Texas

By Rob Lucey With the smell of saltwater in your nostrils, it’s easy to succumb to the siren call to wet a...

Upcoming 5K’s: Runs, Walks & More

For more events, check out the entire… Galveston Island offers year-round 5K’s, Fun Runs, 10K’s, Half Marathons, Marathons Biking events and more....

Let’s Party! Cooking Classes at Kitchen Chick

The Kitchen Chick, Downtown Galveston’s charming boutique kitchen shop, offers specialty gourmet kitchen wares and accessories, plus a full schedule of enticing...

Galveston Children’s Museum Reopens

We told you to stay away – now it’s time to play! We are thrilled to invite you back to explore and...

Rosenberg Library: Super Fall FUN Events

Rosenberg Library is located Downtown at 2310 Sealy St., Downtown Galveston. For more info call (409)763-8854 or go to rosenberg-library.org. All events...

Fun Festivals This Fall in Galveston

Sunny days and mild nights make Galveston Island the perfect place to enjoy festivals year-round. Many festivals celebrate art, music, film, food,...

Top 10 Reasons to Visit Galveston This Fall

Weather May in Galveston calls for sunshine and mild temperatures. It is the perfect balance of warm, but not too hot. The...

Find your Perfect Spot at Galveston Island This Weekend

AlbatrossBar  –   815 21st St.,Galveston   –   409-765-5778 Galveston’s 32 miles of beaches are wide open and a great way to beat the...

There’s Plenty of Personal Space on Galveston Island Beaches

Click for Events & Things To on the Beach! By  Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau Can’t wait to feel the wind...

The Cool & Totally Fun “Views, Brews & ‘Tails” Tour

When on vacation, who doesn’t want to sip an ice-cold beer or cocktail while enjoying the views from a great patio? With...

Artist Boat: Kayak Tours & Beautify the Bucket Deadline Extended

NEW CONTACT INFO! Artist Boat has new contact info: Mailing address: P.O Box 16019, Galveston, TX 77552 Physical location: 13330 Settegast Road,...

Six Fun Ways To Tour Galveston

By DiscoverGalvestonTexas.com So you finally made it to the island and now you want to see it all. There are many fun...

Beaches: Events Around Galveston’s Sandy Shores

For details on The Beaches, Click HERE.   By Kimber Fountain │ Photos by Christa Schreckengost The 32-mile long barrier island known...

Tree Sculptures: History and Art Combined

Galveston Tree Sculptures On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of...

It’s Time for the Beach, Beach Baby

Updated: April 30, 2020: The state has issued a directive opening all Texas beaches beginning Friday, May 1 with social distancing recommendations....

Galveston Women’s Conference rescheduled for Oct. 8th

The Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce has rescheduled the 13th Annual Galveston Women’s Conference to October 8th, 2020, as a part of...

Bryan Museum: Safe & Fun COVID-19 Activities

The Bryan Museum is located in the historic Galveston Orphans Home at 1315 21st St. in Galveston. Tours are given (no reservations...

Free AMAZING Online Resources at Rosenberg Library

With over 120 distinct resources to choose from, we have something that’s sure to interest you! Do you need live, online tutoring...

A Fun Tour by Kimber Fountain “Galveston’s Red Light District”

Every Wednesday-Saturday (7pm) From the author of the book comes a wonderful tour and a riveting journey through the forgotten parts of...

GHF Continues Cool Virtual Events

Although Galveston Historical Foundation won’t be holding its annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour this year, the foundation isn’t leaving its annual celebration...

Get Outside: So What *CAN* We Do, Self Guided Tours

Has boredom set in yet? Why not get out of the house and take a self-guided tour and get some fresh air....

Turtles About Town: Social Distancing Exploring Art

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How to Spread Your Wings on Galveston Island

by Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau A Traveler’s Guide to Visiting Galveston while Social Distancing Imagine yourself coming over the causeway onto...

What’s Open in Galveston?

Frequently Asked Questions Wondering what is open and what the rules are in #galveston these days? Here are some answers to the...

Color Galveston: FREE Coloring Pages

  By Mary Beth Bassett For the past several years, the Galveston Island Convention & Visitors Bureau has focused on things to...

New This Week at GOFM To-Go Now

GOFM has a responsibility to do all we can to support our vendors AND public health. During this time of essential self-isolation,...

Galveston Fun Maps

  Click a Galveston Island, TX map below to see a larger version. Copyright 2019 Island Guide Magazine Add your business for...

Online Learning Resources Plentiful in Galveston

By Mary Beth Bassett is the public relations coordinator for the Galveston Island Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Park Board of Trustees....

Enjoy a Glimpse of History with Two Great Galveston Tours

NOAA Ship Oregon II Tour Did you know the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) operates the nation’s largest fleet of research...

The Sound Bar: Karaoke 7 Nights a Week

    By Terry Card How is it possible to stay in business in Galveston with so many bars and restaurants? It...