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Contents
4 Who We Are: A Little History 5 Dining
● “Zack’s Mac Shack: Way More Than Just Mac ‘n Cheese” by Kimber Fountain
6-7 Movies
● “Evil Dead,” “Side Effects,” “The Croods,” and “G.I. Joe: Retaliation” by Dustin Chase ● New Movies and TV Shows OnDemand
9-11 Festivals
● “A Bark in the Park - Galveston’s 3rd Annual Dog Show” ● “Galveston Historical Foundation Home Line-Up and New Events: 39th Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tours”
12-14 The Island Guide Fun Maps 15 Books
● “Books That Will Put a Spring in Your Step” by Jill Kerr ● Galveston Bookshop Meet & Greet the Authors
16-17 Family Fun
● “Music, Food & Performances: The 18th Annual Grand Kids Festival” ● Rosenberg’s Library Storytime, Evia Spring Market, Harborside Express Train Rides, Free Day at Bishop’s Palace, Texas Seaport Museum, and Menard House
18-19 The Fine Arts
● Artist Boat Explores Galveston Bay ● ArtWalk, April 20th - Galleries and Other Walls Continue the Tradition
20-21 Outdoors & Fitness
● “Tree Sculptures: 36 Fascinating Rebirths”
● “Food & Wine Festival,” “JaGa Jamacian Festival” and “Featherfest” ● The Complete Music Guide for all the live music across the Island
22 Music
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‘The Island Guide’s’ Renaissance Woman By Jill Kerr
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One of our most popular questions that we, as a Galveston entertainment magazine, is asked is “Where did you guys come from?” We found this concept so intriguing that we decided to add this new section to our magazine, “Who We Are.” During 2013, in each issue, we are publishing articles featuring all our talented staff. We hope this will help you get to know everyone as well as serve as a source for new information about Island Guide. We continue this column with Kimber Fountain, Writer, Photographer and Woman of Many Talents.
Kimber Fountain was born in a small coastal town near Bay City, Texas, and early on, it was apparent that she was drawn to the arts. She began dancing at age three, learned to play the piano at age five, and by the time she was seven she was using her talents on the stage. In high school, she participated in competitive dance and won awards for theatre. The multi-talented Fountain was also a State Finalist in Poetry Interpretation. High school was also the beginning of a slow evolution from multi-talented artist to writer. Fountain’s Senior English teacher, Maura Ludwig, was the first person to tell her “Your writing is something special.” Fountain has Fountain says she found her experience heard this praise, but didn’t believe writing extremely it. Writing, she inspiring, especially came so getting to know all the says, easily to her that small business owners it didn’t seem like it was anything on the island, and special. hearing stories about Fountain Hurricane Ike and attended UT the recovery. FounAustin, receiving her B.A. in Thetains says “The Island atre/Dance, and Guide has a cool her talents were energy, and they’re in recognized even at one of the touch like no other largest underpublication on the graduate proisland. It is really grams in the special.” country. Fountain landed main stage roles twice during her college career, which is quite a feat for such a large program. It was at UT Austin where she met her second mentor, someone she calls her “life mentor,” Stephen Gerald. “Stephen has guided me every step of the way in art, and in life. He is a man who knows and supports talent.” After college, Fountain moved to Chicago, a place that she had only visited once, but somehow “just knew” she wanted to make her home. While in Chicago, she got involved in commercial voiceover work, theatre, dance, and even some acting for film. Years later, Fountain would visit another place that touched her heart as much as Chicago did—another place that she “just knew” she needed to call home. Two years ago, Fountain made that dream a reality when she moved to Galveston. As a kid, Fountain and her family visited the island a lot, and shortly after she moved here she knew this is the place she belongs. Once on the island, Fountain got involved again with acting, her first love, and landed the high profile role of “Lazonda” in the Island East End Theatre Company’s production of “Sordid Lives.” Fountain has always turned to writing as a way to “make the things in her head make sense.” She
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would write social and philosophical commentary and observations from her life and the general public. Fountain is fascinated with the mind and what motivates us as humans. If something in her life ended badly, she loved the idea that she could rewrite her story and make a better ending. After Fountain moved to Galveston, she was doing some work for a local Real Estate broker, and Tena Jerger, the publisher of “The Island Guide Magazine,” and her husband, Louie, sales manager, came in to sell some advertising. Fountain struck up a conversation with Tena and Louie, and they mentioned the difficulty they were having finding qualified writers on the island. Fountain, who has always been a bit shy about sharing her abilities, quietly said “I can write.” Up until that point, the only published writing of Fountain’s had been a Letter to the Editor published in the “Galveston Daily News.” “Tena and Louie gave me a chance, and it has been an amazing experience for me,” says Fountain. “It dawned on me with my very first interview for a piece; the story is with the people. We want to know what is behind the scenes. We enjoy feeling the commonality of the human experience.” Fountain has found her experience with “The Island Guide” extremely inspiring, especially getting to know all the small business owners on the island, and hearing stories about Hurricane Ike and the recovery. Fountains says “‘The Island Guide’ has a cool energy, and they’re in touch like no other publication on the island. It is really special.” In addition to her writing for “The Island Guide Magazine,” Kimber Fountain is a tour guide for Ghost Tours of Galveston, and is producing, writing and directing a historical documentary about the building of the Seawall and the raising of graves in Galveston. Fountain is a true Renaissance woman. “‘The Island Guide’ is extremely lucky to have such a multi-talented individual writing for us,” said Tena Jerger, publisher. “Kimber uses her colorful life experiences to weave a rich tapestry of words and tells the stories that ‘The Island Guide’ Magazine readers find entertaining and valuable.” “She jumps right into every project I talk to her about with such great enthusiasm. It’s nice to see someone so passionate about the island as well as the people who have created it,” said Tena. Kimber can be reached at kimber.f@gmail.com.
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Dining Out Zack’s Mac Shack:
So Much More Than Macaroni Written By Kimber Fountain Photos by Christa Schreckengost The newest addition to the downtown dining scene is a quirky, fun, and spunky pasta house on Postoffice Street. Zack’s Mac Shack has character and flavor in every sense of the word, and its proprietors, Phillip Duggins and Luther Chakurian, have fused their talents in the culinary and performing arts to not only provide Galveston with a hip new dining destination, but a fresh addition to the live performance scene. Phillip and Luther met over fifteen years ago in Houston. Luther was a Houston native, who began singing in high school and returned to Houston to attend graduate level theatre classes at the University of Houston after graduating from Oral Roberts University. Phillip grew up in the panhandle, and after receiving his MFA in Directing from the University of Houston, he started the Masquerade Theatre, who was showcased at the Hobby Center. A mutual friend suggested to Luther that he audition for Phillip, and from there went on to become an acclaimed lead performer at the Hobby Center. Luther Chakurian performed under Phillip’s direction for over fifteen years, and has been awarded the Houston Press Award for Best Actor four times. Together they have graced the island with the best of all of their talents. The idea of a macaroni house appealed to them both because, as Phillip describes, “Macaroni is a blank slate. There is so much creativity in it.” For over a year the two worked on developing combinations for their noodles and recipes for much more than just pasta. They offer homemade desserts, sandwiches, and salads as well. They offer their Classic, a blend of four different cheeses, also available is a wide variety of ingredients if you would like to build your own. But from there, it is nothing but variety, with both new and familiar combinations of unique delicacies and down home comfort food, like their Mac Pot Pie, traditional pot pie ingredients folded into a heap of macaroni and served with a corn fritter biscuit. The Lobster Mac has quickly emerged as the house favorite, with bits of savory lobster and a creamy alfredo sauce topped with garlic breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese. Zack’s also has a Burger Mac, a Scampi Mac, Thai Mac, and a Macapolitan, an Italian spin with marinara and meatballs. Rounding out their menu is a variety of appetizers like fried Mac and Cheese Balls, Empanadas, Won Tons, and homemade Bread and Butter.
For those not so much into macaroni, there is still plenty of flavor to offer in their warm melting Paninis and fresh, crisp salads. Be sure to try the jalapeño cornbread - it’s cooked in a wafflemaker and has a wonderful, unique taste and feel. Desserts are baked in house and the varied selection is taken from a wide variety of cakes, brownies, cupcakes, cookies, and an enticing array of cobblers such as pineapple, blueberry, peach, and pineapple-cherry. The value of the Mac Shack goes far beyond its capacity as a restaurant; even more exciting are the plans to offer their space to local talent and produce cabaret-style shows on a regular basis. So far, so good. Their first show completely sold out, and the tickets for their second, “A Night to Remember,” promise to be as much in demand. The show will include a four course menu and a performance starring Luther Chakurian and Libby Evans, with special guest William Martin. The three performed many times together at the Hobby Center, and will be offering up their hearts and voices to a collection of popular showtunes. Tickets are $65 and performances run for three nights: Friday, April 19th and Sunday, April 21th at 7pm; and Saturday, April 20th at 6pm, after which attendees can enjoy the festivities of the ArtWalk. Zack’s aims to produce at least four full cabaret evenings a year, and plans are already in the works for their third, for which they are currently seeking performers. Those interested can inquire within the restaurant to schedule an audition. Other nights at the Mac Shack expect to find staged karaoke, where singers are asked in advance to perform in order to provide
an enjoyable dining experience along with the music. Phillip and Luther are also seeking other pianists and vocalists to fill other nights with entertainment. “I want it to be that kind of place where you never know what you’re going to get,” Phillip says. Dining is available on the quaint outdoor patio as well as in the spacious and warm dining room. And this delightful establishment is well on its way to securing the attentions of both eaters and audiences alike. Zack’s Mac Shack is located at 2219 Postoffice St. in downtown Galveston. You can call (409)539-5618 for more info.
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Movies:
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underneath the house. Eric (Lucci) opens the forbidden book and begins reading through it, summoning their doom. The friends become posLet’s Just Call this ‘Cabin sessed and start killing one another with chainsaws, meat slicers, nail guns, frying pans and in the Woods 2’ everything else imaginable. Starring: Shiloh Fernandez, Jane Levy, Jessica As if there wasn’t enough blood spilled in Lucas, Lou Taylor Pucci “Cabin in the Woods” (last year’s opening night film at SXSW), “Evil Dead,” (which could cerBy Dustin Chase tainly also have been called “Cabin in the Woods” and opened at SXSW this year), “Evil Dead” What is it about cutting off body parts, understands that its audience wants to see the evoking pools upon pools of blood and killing exact same thing over and over and gives it to each other that excites our culture so much? them in buckets. “Evil Dead” isn’t scary, exciting Horror films have long been one of the most or suspenseful because, like most horror movies, beloved and fascinating genres of American the focus isn’t on developing the characters; they cinema; maybe it’s because those who love the are only pretty faces the audience wants to see gore and violence get to watch and relish murders, killings and evil they don’t have in their lives torn apart in the most morbid of ways as the audiotherwise. “Evil Dead” is the anticipated remake ence cheers and claps for murder. Alvarez directs his first film like a kid who of the 1981 classic that spawned the career of Sam has just been given free access to a candy store. Rami (“Oz the Great and Powerful”). With star As someone who likes a little more substance, of the original and now producer Bruce Campmeaning and cause to their films instead of just bell behind this remake, directed by first timer human flesh being mutilated, I find, on average, Fede Alvarez, their goal was to make ‘the scarone good “horror film” each year and those films, iest horror movie ever’, and they certainly failed like “Sinister,” “The Gift,” or “The Last Exorat that. cism,” make you think instead of just showing Five friends had to be there for their friend you images and sounds to make you move. “Evil Mia (Levy), who has decided to give up heroin Dead” won’t appeal to anyone but those who cold turkey. Joined by her brother David (Fernandez), who she hasn’t seen since their mother’s enjoy violence for violence’s sake. Final Thought – Cabin in the Woods 2 death, they begin fixing up the old family cabin Grade D- when they discover remnants of a satanic ritual
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Side Effects (Rated R) - Starring Catherine Zeta Jones, Channing Tatum, Jude Law, Rooney Mara. I loved this movie! “Side Effects” is an incredibly complex and amazingly smart thriller; because of a fantastic screenplay, the plot convincingly leads you down one path, but by the end of it all, you’re nowhere close to where you thought the film was going. The film does take its time setting itself up during the first third of the film, but once the story starts to unfold, it twists relentlessly while never being entirely obvious. This is one of Soderbergh’s best directorial efforts; he directs with style, the aesthetics are beautiful, and he gets some really good performances from his cast. Rooney Mara is terrific, she delves into many different levels of depression and she really impressed me with her performance. Jude Law is also really good. I think he’s a great (and underrated) actor; he was given a great role here and he nails it. Zeta-Jones and Channing Tatum both step out of their comfort zones and deliver solid performances, which is really nice, but he was terribly miscast. “Side Effects” is one of the best thrillers I’ve seen in years. It’s highly intelligent, but it lets its audience join in the fun of trying to figure it out. This makes for a thrilling, exciting, and satisfying movie experience. Check it out! Grade: AThe Croods (Rated PG) - Starring Catherine Keener, Emma Stone, Nicolas Cage, Ryan Reynolds. “The Croods,” in a nutshell, is a pretty decent film; it offers exhilarating fast paced and comedic action scenes and slow, story based scenes (also comedic). Although the dialogue isn’t particularly clever, it’ll do for a simple Dreamworks feature film; it’s more visual than vocal for the laughs. The film uses a simple but charming plot causing a simple family of cavemen to go on a long, crazy journey to “Tomorrow” by following the incredibly close sun. It’s packed with mildly funny, action-packed, and emotional sequences. Grade: BG.I. Joe: Retaliation (Rated PG-13) - Starring Adrianne Palicki, Arnold Vosloo, Bruce Willis, Byunghun Lee, Channing Tatum. “G.I. Joe: Retaliation” is a good, if not very good, action movie. It is a big improvement over the first by far. The dialogue was a bit hokey, but forgivable but it is a well-done action sequences. It has good, if not great, pacing as well as is funny at times and had a little bit more to it then the previews. My biggest gripe: the previews still showed to much. But that is the nature of modern previews in general. It is worth a watch and its still a decent enough movie overall. Grade: B The Place Beyond the Pines (Rated R) - Starring Bradley Cooper, Eva Mendes, Ryan Gosling. Aesthetically, “The Place Beyond the Pines” is an unwieldy mix of psychological realism and visual impressionism, so Cianfrance’s characters’ dialogue is deliberately coarse while his film’s mise-en-scène is distractingly mannered. Grade: B-
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A Disappointing April But There’s a Few Standouts By Dustin Chase We kick off April with a small, nearly unheard of film that played at SXSW last year called “John Dies at the End” (on DVD April 2nd). It’s an outlandish and nearly incomprehensible science fiction film with Paul Giamatti thrown in there for kicks. April 9th brings one of 2012’s biggest disappointments home to DVD, “Hyde Park on Hudson,” starring Laura Linney and Bill Murray as President Roosevelt. This quasi-biography is a slow ride and neither actors give the kind of powerful performance they are known for. The Oscar winning film “Django Unchained” lands April 16th. Winning best supporting actor Christoph Waltz and best original screenplay, Quentin Tarantino’s bloody, slave film is one of the final best picture nominees to hit the shelves. April 23rd brings my favorite film from 2012 home, “The Impossible” starring Naomi Watts and Ewan McGregor. The devastating true story of one family’s struggle to survive the Tsunami that devastated South Asia is stunningly captured with gut wrenching performances and unbelievable special effects. Also on is “Gangster Squad” with a killer cast including Ryan Gosling, Josh Brolin, Sean Penn and Emma Stone. It’s a fun film if you like stylized violence and crude language and behavior, it’s no “LA Confidential” however. Matt Damon and John Krasinki’s “Promised Land,” directed by Gus Van Sant is another film that should have been better than it was. Finally, Marlon Wayans’ “A Haunted House” comes out on the 23rd. I had a chance to sit down with Wayans during the theatrical release of the film and even he admitted this isn’t for everyone as he spoofs his way across nearly all the handheld films that were popular in the last few years. The end of April brings even more award winners home. “Silver Linings Playbook,” one of the best films from last year starring recent Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence is out on April 30th. Seth Rogan and Barbara Streisand in “Guilt Trip” will only appeal to son’s wanting to watch it with their mom’s. The indie film “Not Fade Away” is also hitting the box, which is another snooze fest. Mark Wahlberg and Russell Crowe’s cop thriller “Broken City” ends the April home movie collection, it’s a decent thriller but has an ending you see a mile away. Get all the in-depth film reviews and see my celebrity interviews and more at texasartfilm.com.
that will change his life forever...Gollum. Here, alone with Gollum, on the shores of an underground lake, the unassuming Bilbo Baggins not only discovers depths of guile and courage that
surprise even him, he also gains possession of Gollum’s “precious” ...a simple, gold ring that is tied to the fate of all Middle-earth in ways Bilbo cannot begin to know. Grade: B+ The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 - The astonishing conclusion to the series, this movie illuminates the secrets and mysteries of this spellbinding romantic epic that has entranced millions. Grade: BKilling Them Softly - Three dumb guys who think they’re smart rob a Mob protected card game, causing the local criminal economy to collapse. Brad Pitt plays the enforcer hired to track them down and restore order. “Killing Them Softly” also features Richard Jenkins, James Gandolfini, Ray Liotta, Scoot McNairy, Ben Mendelsohn, and Vincent Curatola. Max Casella, Trevor Long also make appearances. Grade: C Seven Psychopaths - Marty (Farrell) is a struggling writer who dreams of finishing his screenplay, “Seven Psychopaths.” Billy (Rockwell)
is Marty’s best friend, an unemployed actor and part time dog thief, who wants to help Marty by any means necessary. All he needs is a little focus and inspiration. Hans (Walken) is Billy’s partner in crime. A religious man with a violent past. Charlie (Harrelson) is the psychopathetic gangster whose beloved dog, Billy and Hans have just stolen. Charlie’s unpredictable, extremely violent and wouldn’t think twice about killing anyone or anything associated with the theft. Marty is going to get all the focus and inspiration he needs, just as long as he lives to tell the tale. Grade: C+ Hitler’s Children - This documentary is about the descendants of the most powerful figures in the Nazi regime: men and women who left a legacy that permanently associates them with one of the greatest crimes in history. What is it like for them to have grown up with a name that immediately raises images of murder and genocide? How do they cope with the fact that they are the children of ... literally, not just metaphorically. This film is hard to watch but worth the uneasiness. Grade: B
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Lincoln - Steven Spielberg directs Daniel Day-Lewis in “Lincoln,” a revealing drama that focuses on the 16th President’s tumultuous final months in office. In a nation divided by war and the strong winds of change, Lincoln pursues a course of action designed to end the war, unite the country and abolish slavery. With the moral courage and fierce determination to succeed, his choices during this critical moment will change the fate of generations to come. Grade: B The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey - “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” follows title character Bilbo Baggins, who is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor, which was long ago conquered by the dragon Smaug. Approached out of the blue by the wizard Gandalf the Grey, Bilbo finds himself joining a company of thirteen dwarves led by the legendary warrior Thorin Oakenshield. Although their goal lies to the East and the wastelands of the Lonely Mountain, first they must escape the goblin tunnels, where Bilbo meets the creature The Island Guide Magazine
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“A Bark in the Park”
When: Saturday, April 27th Where: Historic, beautifully- treeshaded Kempner Park, 27th and Avenue O Time: 10am – 2pm Building on the phenomenal success of Galveston Island’s first-ever dog show, the 3rd annual “A Bark in the Park,” sponsored in part by Classic Auto Group Galveston, is set for Saturday, April 27th. Again to be held in the historic, beautifully- tree-shaded Kempner Park, 27th and Avenue O, this fun, family-friendly canine competition for island dogs will take place between 10am-2pm. The show welcomes all dogs and all breeds – and their families. Onsite registration opens at 9:30am, followed by the “Blessing of the Dogs” Ceremony, conducted by the Rev. Susan Kennard, Rector of Trinity Episcopal Church, promptly at 10am; with the competitions commencing immediately thereafter. Expanded activities for this year will include “The Doggie Derby” Hat Contest, K-9 Kommotion Flyball team, agility demonstrations, obedience demonstrations, microchip services, spay and neuter information, and Canine Good Citizenship (CGC) Testing. Last year, attendance doubled and over $20,000 was raised for the Galveston Island Humane Society, the sole beneficiary of this event. The competitions this year will again include the following breed classifications: ◆ Terriers (e.g. Airedale, fox terrier, Jack Russell terrier) ◆ Sporting Dogs (e.g. spaniels and retrievers) ◆ Non- Sporting Dogs (e.g. Dalmatian, poodle, shar-pei) ◆ Working Dogs (e.g. boxer, pinschers, Portuguese water dog, Great Dane) ◆ Toy Dogs (e.g. Pekingese, Pomeranian, toy poodle) ◆ Hounds (e.g. Bassett hound, beagle, dachshund, greyhound) ◆ Herding Dogs (Shetland sheep dog, Old English Sheep dog, Australian Shepherd) ◆ Veterans (this includes animals 7 years plus) ◆ Puppies (four months to one year of age) ◆ Hines 57 (mutts) ◆ Rescue (any dog adopted from the shelter or a rescue group) The competitions will again include a “Best Canine Costume” and “Best Pet Trick” category. Each class - in this fun, lighthearted canine chairty event - will be judged with the winners advancing to the “Best in Show” category. No dog will be eliminated from the competition if unable to do tricks. In addition to the main ring, there will be a second ring with Canine Good Citizenship Testing, Fly Ball, obedience demonstrations, and agility course. In conjunction with the show and competition, dog enthusiasts can gather important information at the Spay/Neuter Informational booth and Microchip informational booth (with micro-chip services offered for $25), as well as the opportunity to visit with Mutts with Manners representatives following their obedience
demonstration. Also returning this year, by popular demand, will be talented local artists showcasing their original canine creations; caricaturists, pet service vendors, a “rescue village,” featuring adoptable dogs from the Galveston Island Humane Society (GIHS), and pet painters to paint your dog’s face, or yours! Participating vendors include Rita’s Italian Ice, Kitchen Chick, Bark-n-Biskit, Fresh Squeezed Lemonade, Little Miss Cupcake, Jackie’s Gourmet, Poochie Chick, Bone Voyage Pet Resort, Doggien-Wonderland, Downtown Blooms, Signs of Love and Salvation, Relay for Life, and Save the Moment Photo Booth. Attendees can also purchase locally-grown fresh fruits and vegetables, artisan breads, pastries and sweets and more from farmer’s market vendors. Downtown Blooms will be featuring a “kissing booth” with their dog “Olive” to help raise money for GIHS, and also new this year will be Sunflower Bakery offering a tempting variety of Sunflower’s signature sandwiches and pastries, as well as other freshly-prepared light fare to further enhance your enjoyment of a day in the park. In addition to spending a delightful day watching exciting canine competitions, shopping from a variety of outstanding vendors, enjoying great food and beverages, and taking part in a lot of fun family activities, one of the most popular activities returning this year by popular demand is “The Doggie Derby” Contest. Event organizers are encouraging all ladies to wear their fabulous KentuckyDerby-style hats and enter a contest for a chance to walk in the main ring and win a prize. Entry fee is $10 for each lady wishing to participate in “The Doggie Derby.” This competition will be held during the dog show intermission and all entrants will walk the main ring and show off their hats. Judges will recognize first, second and third place, with the grand prize winner receiving a “Beauty Basket” worth over $300. To enter a pet(s) in this Charity Dog Show competition, the fee is $10 per dog/ per class. All entries must have proof of current vaccinations and must be on a non-retractable leash. No female dogs in season will be allowed to enter. For more information about each canine classification and to determine category for your pet(s), visit www.galvestonislanddogshow.com All proceeds benefit the Galveston Island Humane Society, located at 6814 Broadway. For more information about the Galveston Island Humane Society, call (409)740-1919 or visit online at www.galvestonhumane.org.
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39th Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour
1886 Rosa McDonald Peete House 1618 Church Street
After losing her home to the 1885 Steeped in history, rich in style and Galveston fire, Rosa standing as a testament to survival, the 39th McDonald Peete, widow Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour of prominent physireturns May 4th, 5th, 11th and 12th. cian Dr. Peete selected Tickets are $15 for Galveston Historfire-resistant materials ical Foundation members and $20 for nonof brick and slate when members before May 3rd and are available constructing her new for purchase online at www.galvestonhishome. Surrounded by tory.org, at The Shop At The Palace at 1402 wood framed houses, Broadway under the 1892 Bishop’s Palace at 1426 Market. Mrs. Peete’s house is and at all area Randalls Food Stores. Tickets 1885 Peter V. & Agnes Gengler House is located Photo by David Canright, Galveston Historical Foundation unique for both mateare $25 for non-members after May 3rd. built this vernacular Greek Revival, 1 ½ story rials as well as the rare “Our 2013 houses showcase our vibrant hisframe house in 1860. Galveston Historical Fountoric neighborhoods and one of the most remark- dation purchased the property after a fire in 2008, mansard roof, accented by a trio of dormers. 1887 Matilda Wehmeyer House & able houses on the island, ‘Open Gates.’ You can and stabilized it before selling it in 2010 to the cur- German American Kindergarten really get a feel for the lives of the men and women rent owner, who embarked on a total restoration School who made our island home in the late 19th cenof the interior. 1616 Winnie tury,” says Dwayne Jones, Galveston Historical 1885 Peter V. & Agnes Gengler House Built for Matilda Wehmeyer following the Foundation’s Executive Director. “This year’s devastating 1885 Galveston fire, which destroyed houses tell new chapters of everyday life including 1426 Market Nicholas Clayton built this five-bay two-story 42 city blocks and 568 buildings, this Italianate small private schools, a grocer, and a widow of one of Galveston’s most prominent physicians. I’m sure frame Victorian residence in 1885 for Peter Gen- house, was initially used as rental property before gler and his wife, Agnes. Gengler founded the Miss Wehmeyer took possession of the property you will find something on the tour that makes Peter Gengler Company in 1851, one of the first making it her residence and a private school. your visit to Galveston unique and memorable.” retail groceries in Texas. The house is a colorful Restoration in Progress Homes featured on this year’s tour are listed below, as well as separately ticketed special events landmark on Market Street in the East End His1887 Samuel A. Cook Cottage toric District. held in conjunction with this year’s event. 1919 Avenue L 1886 Henry M. & Clara Lang House Samuel Cook, President of the Galveston 2013 Homes on Tour 1515 Postoffice Street Kansas City and Colorado Rail Road and Land Henry M. and Clara Lang built this side1860 Christopher Schmidt House Company, built this Queen Anne house in 1887. hall Victorian townhouse in 1886. Mr. Lang 1524 Avenue K Designed by Galveston architect Alfred Muller, opened his own hardware store, Roll & Lang, the house is an exceptional example of his work. Christopher Schmidt, a German carpenter,
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During the second decade of the 20th century, the Theriot family added an Arts and Crafts room to the back of the structure, presenting a contrast of domestic styles between it and the Victorian façade.
1888 Joseph & Philomene Magna Cottage 1902 Avenue O
Joseph Magna, proprietor of the Marine Ways Saloon, and his wife, Philomene first owned this small worker’s cottage on Water Street, today known as Harborside. In 1983, Galveston Historical Foundation, in partnership with Habitat for Humanity, rescued the cottage from demolition and relocated it to its current site.
1888 Browning & Sarah Crowell House 1127 Ball
Browning K. Crowell and his wife, Sara built this Victorian house with a complex roof structure in 1888. Browning, a marine company executive from Massachusetts, lived in the house with his family until 1920.
1889 George & Magnolia Sealy House, Open Gates 2424 Broadway
Built for George and Magnolia Sealy in 1889, Open Gates, stands as a reminder of Galveston’s gilded age and is considered by architectural historians as one of the last great romantic buildings of the 19th century.
1899 Samuel Levine House 1400 Rosenberg Avenue
Samuel and Mathilda Levine built this highraised Queen Anne house in 1899. Featuring multiple porches and balconies, this Victorian house boasts a large front gable with decorative fishscale shingles and elegantly turned brackets and scrollwork.
Homes Tour Special Events
May 3 - Preview Evening Stroll : A Kick-Off to the 39th Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour
Join GHF from 5:30-8:30pm at a variety of Galveston locations, all within an evening stroll from each other, to kick off the 39th annual event!
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The Spa is open Southwest Showcase at Menard Tasting on the Elissa - Historic preservation Wednesdays - Saturdays, 9am-7pm; Sundays Campus meets the art of brewing onboard the 1877 Tall Tuesdays from 9am-5pm, and closed on Mondays. Join authors W. Dwayne Ship ELISSA on Saturday, April 20th, from 3 to For reservations, call (409)515-2100 or visit www. Jones and Jami Durham as they 5:30pm. Join Galveston Historical Foundation as HotelGalvezSpa.com. showcase select images from they welcome Houston’s Saint Arnold’s brewery to 1860 Christopher Schmidt House is located at 1524 Avenue K. Saturday, April 6th - Movie Nite on the Strand their new book “Playground of Photo by David Canright, Galveston Historical Foundation the Texas Seaport Museum for an afternoon beer will be held at Saengerfest Park, 2302 Strand, the Southwest” at Menard Hall. tasting with brief presentations by Saint Arnold downtown Saturday, April 6th. “The Help” (Rated Afterwards, enjoy cool margaritas (originally cre- historic German dancing pavilion. Your brunch Brewery owner Brock Wagner, and Director reservation includes a ticket to the 39th Annual PG-13) starring Emma Stone, Viola Davis and ated in Galveston) next door at the 1838 Michel of Texas Seaport Museum, Jamie White on the Galveston Historic Homes Tour. This will be held Octavia Spencer will be shown. Movies are free to B. Menard House. The Menard House, Galvescenturies old crafts of ship building, brewing, the public and begin at dusk. Visitors are encourton’s oldest residence, will be open for self-guided 9:30-11:30am. Admission is $50. Advance reserva- and the connections between them. Tickets tions are required. aged to bring their own seating. Movie Nite on the tours. Admission is $15 per person and advance are $20 per person and available online at reservations are required www.galvestonhistory.org or by calling (409)765- Strand takes place the 1st Saturday of the month Additional Events & Discounts May 5 - Biking Through History Tour 1877. Individuals purchasing a ticket before April and is presented by the Galveston Convention and Attraction Discounts Biking is one of the best ways to explore Visitors Bureau and Mitchell Historic Properties. 16th will be entered into a drawing for a daysail During the four days of the Homes Tour, Galveston Island. Join GHF’s Matt Farragher on onboard ELISSA. “History on Tap” is an ongoing Saturday, April 13th and 27th - Music Nite on this popular tour through Galveston’s Downtown ticket holders will be entitled to a $5 admission series that highlights the historical aspects of the Strand - Get ready to rock Saturday, April to the Bishop’s Palace, Historic Harbor Tour and and East End Historic District highlighting hisDolphin Watch aboard Seagull II and ELISSA at brewing and distilling combined with discussions 13th with “The Fab 5;” and April 27th with “Allitoric properties, GHF projects, tree sculptures, on the event venue. “It’s time to toast to ELISSA gator Handshake.” This will be held at Saengerfest and points of interest inbetween. The tour begins the Texas Seaport Museum. Galveston’s oldest sur- and her magnificent restoration program,” says Park, 2302 Strand, downtown. Music Nite on the viving residence, the 1838 Menard House will be at 10am at GHF Headquarters, 502 20th Street, GHF Executive Director, Dwayne Jones. “We are Strand is free to the public and takes place the 2nd open Saturday, May 11th from 12 noon-4pm only and is $15 per person with signed waiver. Particithrilled to have our historic vessel back in her and 4th Saturday of the month. pants will need to provide their own bicycle and with a $5 admission. berth and for the public to celebrate our maritime Lemonade Day helmets. Tours are limited to 20 patrons and will heritage at History on Tap.” Two complimentary Saturday, April 20th - Party on Pier 21 - Mitchell GHF is proud to partner with the Galveston Historic Properties is proud to partner with the last approximately one hour. Advance reservations Chamber of Commerce to salute Lemonade Day, beers will be provided with each ticket. For more attractions and restaurants at Pier 21, 21st Street required. information, please contact (409)765-3404 May 12 – 2nd Sunday Jazz Brunch at Garten Verein a nationwide event that teaches kids the skills they and Harborside, to present “Party on the Pier!” need to be successful in life. Select houses on the Wednesday, May 1st - The Spa at Hotel Galvez’s Saturday, April 20th’s entertainment features the Join The Island Jazz Project as they bring May 5th tour will feature a Lemonade Day stand Health and Beauty Series will continue through Zydeco Country tunes of “Kevin Anthony & G the sounds of New Orleans to the 1880s Garten and is the perfect opportunity for our community the summer. Have you ever wondered about the Town,” 6-9pm. Party on the Pier! takes place every Verien. Enjoy live jazz music performed while 3rd Saturday of the month through October. to show kids that we care. difference between a deep tissue and a Swedish you dine on a specialty catered brunch in this Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, desserts and drinks as you stroll from Harris Garden to the following properties: Open Gates, Ashton Villa, GHF Salvage Warehouse, Rosenberg Library and Trinity Episcopal. The path you take is up to you but great food, drink and entertainment await you at each stop! Tickets are $60 per person and advance reservations are required. A Homes Tour ticket is included with your purchase.
East End Shuttle Tours
Enjoy touring the East End and Galveston Island’s now famous tree sculptures carved from century old trees destroyed by Hurricane Ike. The architecture of the East End Historical District reflects a variety of styles and periods. The tour departs from Ashton Villa’s Visitors’ Center, 2328 Broadway and runs each day of the tour. For more information on Galveston Historical Foundation’s 39th Annual Galveston Homes Tour or any of the associated special events, please contact (409)765-3404.
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the life of Phil Robertson, the original Duck Commander, from early childhood through the founding of his now-famous family business. At one time, Phil was an NFL-bound quarterback and rising star at Louisiana Tech in the 1960s who earned a master’s degree in English. Life, howthere’s a shocking murder in Bon Temps, and of ever, was always getting in the way of his one true course, Sookie is arrested for the crime. As Sookie passion: duck hunting. While Phil dreamed of a investigates the crime in an attempt to find the real killer, she unearths some pretty dirty secrets about the bizarre little town of Bon Temps. Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls (David Sedaris, Little, Brown/$27.00)
I’ve been looking forward to the release of the latest by the humorist whose books should win an Buds are popping out, the weather is turning award just for having the best titles. (See: “Squirrel warmer, and a thick green layer of pollen is covSeeks Chipmunk;” “Me Talk Pretty One Day.”) ering everything, which means that spring is here! Sedaris uses his crisp style and unique perspective Spring means Spring Break, spring cleaning, and to craft a book of essays that allows us to go along time to stock up on all the books you’ll need to with him on a world tour. I’m not sure there could get you through those lazy days of summer. be a more enjoyable travel companion, or, at least, Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead not one that can both find adventures and relate (Sheryl Sandberg, Knopf/$24.95) them in singular, bizarre, hilarious style. (My Something about this time of year makes people’s thoughts turn to self-improvement. (Per- favorite scene is the one where Sedaris explores haps it’s the looming threat of swimsuit season?) exotic territory: the wilds of a North Carolina This book has generated a lot of buzz, both of the Costco.) positive and the negative variety. It’s been 30 years The Interestings (Meg Wolitzer, Riverhead/$27.95) It’s the summer that Nixon resigns, and six since women became half of the college graduteenagers at a summer camp for the arts are ates in the United States, and yet, men still hold forming bonds that will become impenetrable most of the leadership positions. Sheryl Sandthroughout their lives. In this novel, Wolitzer folberg examines why women have had such a difficult time clawing their own foothold in the work lows the teens from youth through middle age, and ponders whether the talents and passion we world, and offers what she considers fool-proof solutions for women interested in getting ahead. have as teenagers can be sustained through adulthood. Is it better to remain true to your youthful These solutions have not been without their detractors, since Sandberg more than implies that artistic dreams, or grow up and become something? This is an age-old question pondered women have been their own worst enemies in this arena. There are some autobiographical anec- by thousands. In this novel, we meet Jules, an aspiring comic actress who reluctantly decides dotes, as well, chronicling Sandberg’s own rise through the ranks. Whether you agree with Sand- she must pursue a more practical occupation. Her berg’s methods or not, you can’t deny that this friend Jonah follows a similar path, giving up the book changes the conversation about women in guitar in favor of becoming an engineer. But two the workforce. of Jules’ friends end up marrying each other and becoming shockingly successful by pursuing their Dead Ever After: A Sookie Stackhouse Novel (Charartistic dreams. While the friendships survive laine Harris, Ace/$27.95; May release) the ups and downs of life, the differences in their This will be the last book ever in the wildly chosen paths become more and more apparent. popular Sookie Stackhouse series that spawned This novel deals with some universal themes: the hit HBO show “True Blood.” For fans of envy, class structure, money, power, art, and the Sookie, and of Harris’ unique blend of humor, ever-shifting nature of friendship. suspense, and deft touch for the macabre, this is bittersweet. Harris has gone on record as saying Happy, Happy, Happy: My Life and Legacy as the she just feels she’s run out of Sookie stories to Duck Commander (Phil Robertson, Mark Schlabach, Howard/$24.99) tell, and I can see how that would be the case. I will shamelessly admit that I love these guys! In this final installment, Sookie is dealing with Duck Dynasty is one of those shows that you an unwelcome blast from the past in the form think you’ll sit down and just watch a minute or of Arlene (who once tried to kill Sookie!), and two, and next thing you know you’ve watched also trying to figure out why Eric and the vampires are giving her the cold shoulder. Of course, three in a row. This autobiography chronicles
simple life, living off the land, he found himself on a path to self-destruction: leasing a bar, drinking and fighting. Robertson says his life was saved when he gave it to God. Following a calling from God, Robertson created a duck call that would begin this incredible journey to his dream life, unbelievable success, and more notoriety than you could have ever convinced him he’d one day have.
Galveston Bookshop “Meet & Greet” the Authors
Another quality worth noting in these tales is how consistently they examine the imaginative process. Indeed, it is this process that often serves to introduce the element of mystery or transcenOn Saturday, April 20th, 3-5pm, Galveston dence in the piece. In Ulmer s work, making Bookshop will host its fourth local author Meet & art opens doors. Painters, for example, serve Greet event. This month’s books include: as protagonists in four of these tales: “Covered Bridge Road,” “The Emissary,” “In the Butterfly “The Secret Life: Ghost Stories” by James Ulmer House,” and “Uncle Edward,” and the narrator in There are two kinds of ghosts in the modern ghost story. One kind is those who literally walk “The Tea Roses” is a writer. In addition, the first around and rattle their chains, as in Dickens. The two stories in this collection could accurately be other kind is those who are mere projections of described as stories about the effects of telling stories. the protagonist’s mind, as in Elizabeth Bowen. James Ulmer’s ghosts are of the latter variety, what “A Jealous God” by Dee Wilbur Edmund Wilson called “probings of psychoIn Dee Wilbur’s provocative thriller, “A Jealous logical caverns where the contents of that life have God,” two lawyers search for clues to infant deforengendered disquieting obsessions.” Ulmer is mities and find a searing mystery which makes aware of the distinction. them question everything they ever thought they knew about free will. In the Second CommandIn Miriam’s Story he writes, “he wanted Henry James, and he was afraid he was about to get Poe.” ment, God promises to repay the children for In that story, the possibility of other ghosts in the the sins of the father. When one generation sins, does a jealous God really demand that subserestaurant is tantalizing. One might possibly be D. H. Lawrence. Ulmer’s stories like “The Copper quent generations pay for the crimes? How much of our lives is really under our control? When Bell” are written in rich poetic language, which Emma, an attorney, discovers her unborn child is should not surprise the reader, since Ulmer is deformed, she goes on the attack, tracking down also a poet. That story displays excellent child other mothers with similar tragedies. She suspects psychology about what one does not know or a local chemical plant is responsible for leaking comprehend. toxins, but will the plant’s lawyer, Jon, help her— In “The Orchard Road,” the author gives us fine especially when the plant is his only major client nature descriptions. “The Blue Garden” is evoca- and his ticket to marrying Sandy, the woman he tive and subtle. Ulmer makes allusions to Tolstoy, loves? The truth these two lawyers discover is far Dante, Rilke, Lawrence, Irving, and Frost. I’d also more sinister than anything they could conceive. suggest there is an influence of Hawthorne’s charWilbur writes with page-turning intensity, acters who actively seek ecstatic experience. keeping the reader guessing until the last Attention should be paid to Ulmer s use of shocking scenes. Seamlessly meshing together the symbolism, such as the jerking scarecrow and details of modern fertility technology with the the distorted reflections in hand-blown glass. intricacies of small-town Texas relationships, “A In many of these stories an individual seeks to Jealous God” asks whether we have the power to give expression to the life before this one. “The right the wrongs of those who came before us. Emissary” is one example. This is not to say there “Treasures: Art + Life” by Fischer Bessi is a sameness to the stories. “In Covered Bridge Local photographer Fischer Bessi looks at Road,” for example, a childhood favorite place is as much a ghost as a childhood friend. “Uncle life in Galveston County with this magazine Edward” is highly original and unfolds cinemati- format monograph featuring local artisans and cally. “It and The Skinny-dippers” and “The Tea merchants, visitors and residents in the various Roses” are my favorites in the collection. Ulmer is scenes and activities that make up island life. at his best in the longer stories, particularly “The Galveston Bookshop is located at 317 23rd Tea Roses.” Doubtless he admires James blest St., downtown. For more information call the nouvelle. Galveston Bookshop at (409)750-8200.
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Family Fun
Music, Food & Performances:
The 18th Annual Grand Kids Festival
United Freestyle Stunt Team
If you are looking for huge back-flips, tailwhips, 360’s, mega spins and other jaw dropping, heart stopping stunts look no farther! They offer some of the best riders in BMX freestyle as well as skateboarding and flatland. United Freestyle Stunt petting zoo, creative fun with chalk Team has been amazing audiences at festivals, art and blowing bubbles in the wind. fairs, car shows, churches and many other exciting Be sure and come hungry as venues across the United States since 1999. food booths will offer a variety of Audiences of all ages will be amazed by the fun food selections. talented athletes of United Freestyle Stunt Team An annual highlight is the as they perform their high flying stunts. These production staged by Missoula extreme athletes will amaze you and your kids Children’s Theatre, with two perfor- with a high energy display of skill and balance. mances scheduled during the fesThe powerful messages will stick as their riders tival. Sponsored by Target, this year’s bring home the importance of wearing helmets show is “Jack and the Beanstalk.” and avoiding peer pressure. This performance will Also, check out these fun create a lasting impact on each and every one who performances: attends!
Harms Marionettes
Enjoy the mastery of puppeteer Don Harms as he presents performances and workshops featuring hand-carved marionettes that are one-third life size! While viewing these puppets whose faces When: Saturday April 6 Where: Historic downtown Galveston on Post- are masks and whose movements are peroffice Street from 20th to 23rd streets fectly in tune with Time: 10am – 5pm gravity, audiences A day filled with music, food and fun awaits will identify with you! The 18th annual Grand Kids Festival, presented by The Grand 1894 Opera House, offers a their naturalness and variety of arts experiences, crafts and activities for spontaneity. Don Harms your family to enjoy. Set for Saturday April 6th, from 10am to 5pm, the festival will take place in became enchanted beautiful, historic downtown Galveston on Postof- with marionettes at age nine when he first saw them. In the ‘70’s he became acquainted with the fice Street from 20th to 23rd streets. various methods of puppet construction around Six entertainment areas await visitors this the world, and remembered what he had learned year. Throughout the day, guests can enjoy performances by professional family entertainers, stu- as a youngster and began experimenting with new ways to construct puppets. “My life had dent dance groups, musicians, bands, gymnasts been split into different phases - studying literaand more. ture, teaching, directing plays, acting, carpentry, Explore the wonders of handcrafting in the Artisan’s Tent, or relax in the Storytelling Tent to painting and sculpture. I saw in the theatre of marionettes the chance to bring all the pieces hear a good yarn. Kids of all ages can enjoy arts together while still pursuing each interest.” and crafts, art demonstrations, an exotic animal
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Bubble Runners
Come walk on water! Used by all ages, all over the world, Bubble Runners are inflatable balls that you crawl inside. Once inside, the ball is filled with air and you can run like a hamster in an inflatable pool. Bubble Runners are a safe way to have fun without getting wet. Along with Bubble Runner, kids of all ages can try their hand at bull riding, rock wall climbing or bouncing their way through the inflatable obstacle course at The Grand Kids Festival.
Margaret Clauder: The Bookworm
Margaret (aka THE Bookworm), is a well-known storyteller, puppeteer, and ventriloquist from Arlington, Texas, who has been performing full time since 1991. In her program, stories like “Sylvester and the Magic Pebble” by William Steig Kat Kongby Dave Pilkey, and “Mean Soup” by Betsy Everett come to life! THE Bookworm is a life-size, lovable character who loves reading and encouraging children to read and
frequent their local library. Kids have heard the term ‘bookworm’ and with this show, they will finally see one. Dust off the library card because THE Bookworm inspires readers!
Cirque-tacular
Cirque-tacular will amaze you! Seen in over 70 countries, these acrobats balance, toss, catch, twist and intertwine in an elegant ballet of strength and stamina. Come be stunned as they do multiple aerial acts, body balancing and more! Cirque-tacular has performed throughout the world, before both live audiences and through appearances on major television networks. Their art has reached millions of viewers via David Letterman, Good Morning America, America’s Got Talent, Showtime at the Apollo, HBO, ABC, NBC, Fox, WE, MTV, and Nickelodeon. These entertainers are at the leading edge of the new American Vaudeville movement. Cirque-tacular has made appearances at top events include the runways at Fashion Week, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and countless parties and corporate events. Cirque-tacular artists have worked in conjunction with many recognized celebrities including Dan Akroyd, Queen Latifah, Vanessa Williams, and Ke$ha.
Tipi Tellers
The Tipi Tellers are back! A feeling of awe and anticipation will be reflected on your face as you take in the majestic beauty of smoke flaps spreading like wings, and the graceful conical shape of the tipi. Storytellers within eagerly await the curious, the tired and the lost: entertaining and filling all with story and tipi history. Upon entering the lodge listeners’ eyes follow the spiral of poles upward. They
are drawn back into time. Once seated inside this canvas cocoon, the ancient traditions of storytelling begin. Many cannot resist the pull of the tipi, returning again and again to hear just one more story or to digest just one more tidbit of information. Whether age 3 or 103 there are tipi stories to hear, learn from and enjoy. These stories provide a sense of kinship and the shared values of all peoples, emphasize character development, and instill respect for one another, and for the environment we live in. Adults, young people, and children of all ages take away a sense of possibility, renewal and a head filled with memories!
Toni Simmons
Professional storyteller Toni Simmons brings stories to life with the use of rhythms, songs, and audience participation, which places them in the story. Her work appeals to audiences of all ages, young and old, and includes a wide variety of literature from different cultures. Toni has conducted storytelling, creative dramatic and movement workshops in schools, community centers, churches, and parks and has worked with teachers helping them to incorporate the arts into their curricula. “The Cheese Chase: Why Dogs Chase Cats,” an I-Parenting Media Award winner, is Toni’s first book. Her video recording, “Stories Alive: African” and “African-American Folktales” won the Parents’ Choice and Parent Council Awards. www.tonisimmons.com Sponsors for the 2013 festival (to date) include: The John P. McGovern Foundation, Jamail Galveston Foundation, The Permanent Endowment Fund of Moody Memorial First United Methodist Church, Galveston.com and Company, Yaga’s Children’s Fund, Houston Family Magazine, CenterPoint Energy, Target, Texas Commission on the Arts, Bush and Associates, Lyda Ann Kempner Thomas and the Park Board of Trustees, City of Galveston, as well as many friends of the festival and in-kind donors. The Grand Kids Festival was created as a “friend-raiser” for The Grand 1894 Opera House and its children’s programming. Now in its 18th year, the festival was designed as an avenue to introduce children and families to the arts. The festival will feature six entertainment areas, three blocks of activity and vendor booths as well as the petting zoo, a rock wall, inflatable attractions, a bubble pond, chalk art and more. Festival admission on Saturday April 6th, is $5 for adults; $3 for children; free for children 4 years and younger. Purchase advance festival tickets for half-price (family four-pack for only $8) at The Grand’s box office. Full-price tickets may be purchased at the festival gates. Admission to the festival includes entrance to the performances of “Jack and the Beanstalk.”
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Wednesdays - Rosenberg Library Storytime - Free! Spring semester storytimes continue through August 24th. Programs are offered at 10am and 2pm in Sandy’s Room on the Library’s third floor. Storytimes are a fun way to introduce babies, toddlers, and preschoolers to the joy of stories. Music, puppets and games are combined with age appropriate literature to spark an interest in books for young listeners and their adult companions. Rosenberg Library is located at 2310 Sealy. Children’s Department hours are MondaySaturday, 9am-6pm. Sunday, April 7th - Evia Spring Market 2013 Join us in Evia on Galveston Island Sunday, April 7th from 1pm-4pm for shopping, live music, food and beverages along the lakefront in Evia. This year, there will be live music by Kirk Ford & Jimbo Ramirez, face painting and a jumpy castle for the kids. Be sure to arrive hungry for sweet treats from Little Miss Cupcake and order up island-famous coffees, teas, smoothies and beer and wine selections from Evia’s neighborhood coffee house, Sugar Bean Coffee and Cream! You can shop among favorite local crafters, artisans, nature/animal groups and island merchants such as Island Bicycle, Madame Noir Studios, Happy Pretty You! Reiki Salon & Spa, Down by the Sea Photography, Sparkling Monkey, Oceandance Photography, Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network and Galveston Island Humane Society
just to name a few! Additionally, tour open houses at 1 and 2 Caroline Street in beautiful Evia. Evia on Galveston Island is located off 99th Street next to the Moody Gardens Golf Course. For more information visit Evia on Galveston Island on Facebook, Twitter &/or Pinterest or contact (409)744-5555. Every Saturday - Harborside Express Train Rides will be held every Saturday, 11am – 2pm, at Railroad Museum, 123 25th St. The Harborside Train Ride leaves the Museum, travels down Harborside Drive and after crossing 33rd St., goes back to the station. Passengers ride inside or out on the decks of the Missouri Pacific Caboose #13895, and wave at the passing autos. Tickets are available on a first come, first serve basis for people of all ages. Train rides depart every 20 minutes. Call (409)765-5700 for more info. Sunday, April 14th - Free Day at The 1892 Bishop’s Palace, Texas Seaport Museum, home to the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA, and the 1838 Menard
House - Galveston Historical Foundation invites the public to make their own history with family and friends as they offer free admission to three of its properties. The 1892 Bishop’s Palace as well as the Texas Seaport Museum, home to the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA, will be open from 10am-5pm, while the 1838 Menard House is open from 12 noon to 4pm. Call (409)765-3404. Friday-Saturday, May 17th-18th - 5th Annual Galveston Island Beach Revue and Vintage Baseball Game - Galveston Island’s Official Kickoff to Summer returns Friday, May 17th and Saturday, May 18th. New this year, the Beach Revue begins with a Friday evening parade, starting at 5:45pm at 45th and Seawall and end at the gates to the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. The fun continues Saturday at 52nd and Seawall as Family Service Center, the 2013 Beach Revue Charitable Partner, invites families for their second annual “RETRO-ACTIVE” event from 12 noon to 2pm for three-legged races, balloon tosses and more. Always a crowd favorite, the
weekend’s main event is the Bathing Beauties Contest beginning at 2pm at 52nd and Seawall. Retro swim wear is chic and vintage is king as contestants catwalk across Galveston’s historic shoreline modeling vintage and vintage-inspired swim wear and accessories. Cheer on a vintage baseball game as the Houston Babies compete against the Katy Combines during “Game Day at the Galvez” presented by the Hotel Galvez & Spa, located at Beach Central, 2102 Seawall Blvd. This period appropriate baseball game, complete with authentic rules, equipment and team uniforms, will put you in the mood to swing! Close out the night with live music by the Austin, Texas rockabilly band “The Bellfuries.” All Saturday events are free. (409)770-7360, www.galvestonbeachrevue.com. Saturday, April 20th - Galveston Island Market Returns, from 10am to 4pm, the Galveston Island Market, formerly known as Market on the Strand, is moving to Beach Central, 2102 Seawall Blvd. This event is free to the public and features lots of hand-made crafts, goods and apparel.
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Science and Art Meet in Galveston Bay By Kimber Fountain Artist Boat was founded in 2003 by Karla Klay, who deftly combined all of her passions and created an organization that brilliantly advances both art and science simultaneously. Karla earned degrees in both fine art and marine biology, and worked within all realms of other non-profit organizations before starting her own. “Nature can’t speak for itself,” says Karla, and so for almost ten years Artist Boat has been the mouthpiece for the development, preservation, and education of coastal ecology, creating experiences for children, adults, and communities that beget scientific knowledge through artistic interpretation. 600 square miles, and its estuaries and marshland are vital to preIt its inaugural year Artist Boat was able, through the generous venting erosion and minimizing flood damage, and in its function support of the former Waterborne Education Center in Anuhuac, as an aquatic nursery, the home of all of the new, emerging life that Texas, to give every seventh grader in Galveston Independent will eventually make its way to populate the Gulf of Mexico. Since School District a guided, educational tour of the Galveston Island Hurricane Ike Artist Boat’s Habitat and Stewardship program has State Park, and every eighth grader participated in an adventure on restored ten acres of coastal prairie and 30 acres of dunes. Much of and around the Trinity River. Since then, Klay’s organization has this was done in conjunction with Galveston ISD, who raised and grown steadily; within eight years it tripled its capacity, and in its transplanted over 10,000 prairie and dune plants. short history has served over 60,000 people. Even withstanding the In the near future for Artist Boat is the acquisition of land on ravages of Hurricane Ike, Artist Boat has extended its reach to the the far western end of Galveston Island to create the Coastal Herientire five-county area surrounding Galveston Bay, and expanded tage Preserve. The Preserve will be publicly accessible with trails, its services to include five full programs. boardwalks, and signage to highlight native flora and fauna, and The first of those programs is the Eco Art Residency, which eventually long-term facilities will be constructed on the site, where involves Artist Boat and their staff of Eco Art Educators working students will attend programs from two to seven days long and in tandem with local schools to provide daily classroom coastal enjoy a complete immersion in Eco Art. To secure the land Artist marine education and of course, an opportunity for students to Boat is currently entrusted with grants from the Texas General artistically interpret what they have learned. Currently they are Land Office, Texas Parks and Wildlife, US Fish and Wildlife Serworking with Cruz Elementary School to produce a 200 square vice, and the Galveston Bay Estuary Program. The land acquired foot mosaic mural of marine life. Previous year-long residenwith this funding will be matched with land grants from the cies with Kip Coastal School and Satori School initiated another Galveston Bay Foundation and Cabeza de Vaca. of Artist Boat’s endeavors, Project SIT (Seawall Interpretive Trail), Much of the funding for Artist Boat’s endeavors comes from directed toward the beautification of the seawall. Students from Kip similar grants that are specifically used to fund individual projects. For everyday operations, however, they are generously supported and Satori attended classes and excursions with the Eco Art Eduby the public and individuals through donations or their direct sercators, then designed and produced the mosaic artwork that now adorns twelve of the benches along the seawall. These twelve were vices, and for good reason. Many of their programs are provided to the schools at little the first products of the ongoing Project SIT, which aims to decoor no cost, but more importantly they are dedicated stewards of rate all 62 benches under an agreement with Galveston County, nature. An experience with Artist Boat is much more than a fun, who oversees the maintenance of the seawall. Artist Boat is curcreative, educational excursion; it leaves behind what Karla Klay rently accepting sponsors for the remaining benches; sponsors calls a “Legacy of Learning.” Knowledge is just information, but an of SIT support either a residency to produce the artwork for the artistic interpretation of an educational experience does not only bench, or local artists will submit their themes and designs to be teach the student, it will continue to teach every person who looks judged by an expert panel. upon it. The Eco Art Workshop and Adventure Program is a more Artist Boat is located at 2415 Avenue K. Their office hours are concentrated experience open to groups of students 6th grade and up. Kids attend a two-hour workshop that introduces them to estu- 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday. For more information on excursions, workshops, residencies, or to donate or become a sponsor, please arian ecology, including the impacts of non-point source pollution and the effects that their daily choices can have on the coastal call (409)770-0722 or visit www.artistboat.org. environment. The workshop is followed by a four-hour excursion, Events walking, vessel, or kayak, to a place of natural significance, where Saturday, April 13 - The 4th annual Galveston EducationFEST the Eco Art Educators point out native flora and fauna, describe the funrtictions of a wetland, and inspire teamwork in the students will be held Saturday, April 13th from 11am to 3pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center, 2222 28th Street. This free festival features as they travel along together. music, food, fun family activities, book give-a-ways, sponsor Artist Boat’s Coastal Water Institute produces and provides booths with information on school programs, education and the companion curriculum to their workshops and residencies. If teachers wish to continue the estuarian education in the classroom, career opportunities, early childhood education and fun summer CWI aids in the instructional development on the topics and offers programs. There will be medal presentations and recognition of student and teacher achievers and their families. Additional activitheir curriculum free of charge on their website. ties include stage performances by Galveston students, drawings The Public Adventure Program is a series of self-paid kayaking excursions for all ages that immerses you into one of ten nat- for door prizes every hour and demonstrations including a snow producing machine. Children’s books, bicycle helmets and novelties ural coastal habitats surrounding Galveston Bay. Excursions are held every weekend year-round, and daily in the summer. Discover will be given away. The event will include a collaborative art project led by Ball High School Students who are part of “PASS:Times the delights of Galveston Bay and nurture your artistic side with Partnerships.” The completed art project will be donated to Alamo an event that is sure to please families and large groups. With an already reasonable price of $50 per person, Artist Boat is currently Elementary School, the 2013 Renaissance Zone site, to be displayed at the school. This free festive celebration of public, private, charter, offering a $40 discount; simply visit their website and complete a home-school, and life-long learning and achievement is presented brief online survey before booking your excursion. by the City of Galveston Families, Children and Youth Board in Last but certainly not least on Artist Boat’s line-up is their Habitat and Stewardship Advancement Program. This program partnership with Galveston College and the City of Galveston focuses on the restoration and perpetuation of natural coastal habi- Parks and Recreation Department For additional information, tats. Galveston Bay is one of the largest bays in the United States at please contact (409)766-0982. 18 The Island Guide Magazine theislandguide@gmail.com (409)256-5166
Galveston ArtWalk’s are held approximately every 6 weeks. These are events where area galleries and other participants unite to showcase and exhibit artwork throughout the community. The April ArtWalk will be held Saturday, April 20th. For more information, visit www.galvestonartscenter.org/artwalk.
“Through the Lens”
The gallery’s current show entitled “Through the Lens” will be on view through April 14th, featuring an exquisite collection of fine art photographs by gallery lens-based artists. The gallery’s next show entitled “Abstracts” featuring Regina Lee Parkinson and Veronica Dyer opens April 17th, and will be on view through May 26th. Opening reception will be held during ArtWalk, April 20th, 5-10pm. Affaire d’art is located at 2227 Postoffice Street. Hours are Wednesday through 2227 Postoffice St. Sunday, 12-6pm. and by appointment. (409)789-0079
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“Art Bras to D’Feet Breast Cancer” Once again, Buchanan Gallery will proudly host D’Feet Breast Cancer’s annual Art Bra Competition. Please join us to see many incredibly inspired art bras created to raise awareness of the importance of early detection and supportive care. The bras will be auctioned at the D’Feet Breast Cancer 2013 “Angels of Honor” Gala, Saturday, April 13, at the San Luis Resort Hotel, Galveston Island. You can see the bras on view through April 12th.
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“Treasures”
“Treasures’” focus is the very vibrant Art Scene and the Art Community in Galveston. Our focus is largely on the visual arts, but it also includes the broader Arts Scene. You will see dance, theater, writers, and musicians as also. Also on display is a myriad of original pieces ranging in size, scope, and color by local artists Jeanette Ulrich, Marian States, Brian Hitchcox, Billy Hill, Yachty Gras Mermaids, Pamela Carstens as well as a collection benefiting the Texas Marine Mammal 527 Moody, 21st Street Stranded Network. (409)497-2157 www.ArtEvolution-Gavleston.com
“It’s in the Eyes”
“It’s in the Eyes,” an exhibition of photographs by Armin Cantini, opens at DesignWorks gallery with a Patrons’ Preview on April 13th, and continues until May 19th. The gallery will also be open for the April 20th ArtWalk. It is said that the eyes are the windows to the soul. And, in these images, we are, indeed, able to see into the very soul of his subject. Cantini is not a professional photographer – he is, however, a caring citizen of the world. When we suggested this exhibition, he asked that a portion of the proceeds of this exhibition be donated to the Galveston Arts Center in memory of his late wife, Lynn Cantini, an indefatigable champion of the arts. These images remind you of the beauty and fragility of human life. For Cantini is not just old Galveston, nor, indeed, just a Texan, or an American. Cantini is a citizen of the world. And these images of his remind us viscerally that, in fact, we all are. That the condition of this child or that old man is the condition of our son or niece or 2119A Postoffice our father or great aunt. And, that is (409)766-7599 something to remember. www.designworks-gallery.com
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Peter Janecke
G. Lee Gallery is Galveston Island’s most unique art showcase! On ArtWalk Evening, Saturday, April 20th, we will feature selected prints by photographer Peter Janecke. Peter’s work in black and white is expressive, unique and striking. The figurative photographs are imaginative and unusual. This exhibit continues weekends thru April, 2-6pm. The G.Lee Gallery continues to present the ongoing photography exhibits of Brian Hitchcox and Jim Lawson. 2215 Postoffice As always, there will be new work (409)370-7350 by owner and resident artist George www.georgedouglaslee.com Douglas Lee.
150 Years of Quilts In War Time
“150 Years of Quilts Inspired by the Civil War” will be on display through April 5th. “Many women of the era turned to intricate handwork as a comfort, hoping for loved ones to return,” says guest curator Jenny Chiovaro. For example, the 1863 Jane A. Stickle quilt, now housed in the Bennington Vermont Museum, has 5,602 pieces and is inscribed “In War Time.” The daunting task of replicating its 169 five-and-a-half inch blocks has been taken on by four quilters in this exhibit using computerized patterns by Brenda Papadakis in her book, Dear Jane. There are also copies of “The Civil War Love Letter Quilt” by Rosemary Young. Galveston Historical Foundation’s U.S. Custom House, 2nd Floor — 502 20th Street
René Wiley: Urban Nests
ArtWalk this month will feature René Wiley: Urban Nests Also showing, works by: James D. Phillips Dale Hooks Brenda J. Bunten-Schloesser Bill Meek Robbie Wood Darlene Wall Becky Wolfe Rachel Wiley Janota Patrons’ Preview Evening will be Friday, April 19th from 6-8pm.
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Artist of the Month and Bird Themes Share Galveston Art League Walls in April Galveston Art League’s Artist of the Month for April, Tanya Nuss, is relatively new to displaying her work but has nonetheless had a lifelong interest in expressing herself on canvas and paper. “I have been interested in art since I first held a pencil,” she says, amidst works both finished and in progress from her Dickinson studio. Her work will be on display at the League’s gallery, 2117 Postoffice, through April 28th. 2117A Postoffice (409)621-1008 The gallery is open Thursday through galvestonartleague.com Sunday from noon to 6pm.
“Scenes from San Miguel”
Howarth Gallery showcases Katrina Howarth original oil paintings and new spring collection which are influenced greatly by Matisse and impressionists. Her work describes her daily life. Howarth’s unique style can be seen in whimsical interior and still life paintings and landscapes in her fun gallery. Currently, a display of selected new oils are on exhibit, guaranteed to uplift your mood! Open Saturdays 12-6 and Sundays 12-4 215 Tremont Street (713)550-6431 and during all ArtWalks. thehowarthgallery.com
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Please join Rosenberg Library as we continue the newest art exhibit, “Of Birds and Texas: The Art of Stuart and Scott Gentling.” On loan from the Museum of Printing History Houston, this exhibit features lithographic prints from the Gentlings’ limited-edition 1986 elephant folio, “Of Birds and Texas.” Rosenberg Library owns an extremely rare signed printer’s edition of “Of Birds and Texas” which includes notes by the artists and chromalin printer’s proofs.
Galveston Arts Center is pleased to present an exhibition of recent collagraphs by Galveston artist Marie Leterme, titled Memories, Ghosts and Shadows along with a group exhibition of prints produced at Atelier 1513 in Houston, both in conjunction with PRINTHOUSTON 2013. Primarily self- taught, Leterme crafted objects since childhood, but only began exhibiting her work after attending workshops and classes at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, which is now the Glassell School of Art. A native of Belgium, she was a resident artist at the Frans Masereel International Print Center in Kasterlee. “My work often refers to past events, questions, and survival; it is a search for understanding,” says the artist. “Several layers of meaning can be found below a surface of humor, sometimes very black, leading to deliberate ambiguity that allows the 2501 Market viewer a personal interpretation. (409)763-2403 Always there is vulnerability.”
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“Birds & Birds” are the subject of the next ArtWalk on Saturday, April 20th, at The Water’s Edge Studio and Gallery, and Gayle Reynolds is excited to be painting from some wonderful photos she got of pelicans and other birds. ArtWalk at this gallery starts and ends earlier than at the galleries downtown; the hours are from 4-8pm and everyone is welcome. Rex Reynolds continues planking the West Bay Fishing Boat, the seventh dory he has built. His Adirondack tallboys are on sale in the gallery as well. Those lovely ladies that sculptor Pat Moberley Moore created in oil-based clay and had cast in bronze are also on display 1302 21st Street throughout the gallery. (409)762-1925 Pottery is by Madeleine Baker galvestonwatersedge.com and by John Whitman.
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Outdoors Galveston Island
Photos by Christa Schreckengost On September 13th, 2008, Hurricane Ike covered most of the Island in a tidal surge. The damaging combination of powerful wind and waves immediately uprooted many trees, but ultimately the salty storm waters led to the demise of the thousands of others. Ike forced Galveston to say a sad goodbye to so much of its beautiful tree canopy. Months later sculpture artists breathed second life into something Mother Nature attempted to destroy. Whimsical sculptures have replaced the majestic oaks that once lined many neighborhood streets and shaded homes. Tucked into gardens and nestled in side yards the sculptures are there for the public to enjoy. Here are the sculptures located around the island:
“Geisha”
This sculpture is located “3 Pelicans & Fish” This sculpture is located at 628 14th Street (behind at 1717 Ball by the Mosquito Cafe) by artist Dayle Lewis. artist Jim “Alligator” Phillips. This sculpture is located at 1508 29th Street by “Great artist Earl Jones. Dane” “Angel Cradling Bunny” This This sculpture is located at 511 17th Street by sculpture is artist Jim Phillips. located at 1228 Sealy “Angel with Lambs” (facing This sculpture is located at 1124 37th Street by 13th Street) artist Earl Jones. by artist “Birds of Galveston” Dayle This sculpture is located at 1620 Sealy by artist Dayle Lewis. This large Live Oak contains 17 birds Lewis. The homeon the branches and relief carvings of several owners small plants and animals around the trunk. own a “Crane, Pelican Diving Into a School of Fish” beautiful, This sculpture is located at 20 South Shore Drive gentle, by artist Jim Phillips. grey Great “Dalmatian” Dane, This sculpture is located at 823 25th Street (on the named grounds of Galveston City Hall near Fire Station Hunter. 1) by artist Jim Phillips. The tree had actu“Dog Chasing a Cat, Squirrel & Birds” ally grown This sculpture is located at 1508 29th Street by around the fence at the spot where the paws artist Earl Jones. grip the fence. This sculpture sustained the only “Dolphin” vandalism that we are aware of. Just after it was This sculpture is located at 828 Ball (facing 9th finished, someone stole one of the paws. The Street). The artist is unknown. homeowner offered a reward...$50 for the return “Dolphin, Eel, and Dorado” of the paw; $500 for the hands of the thief! The This sculpture is located at 1302 Ball by artist sculptor, who was still on the Island, carved and Dayle Lewis. installed a new paw. “Fireplug”
“Guitar”
This sculpture is located at 823 25th Street (on the This sculpture is located at 1415 Ball. grounds of Galveston City Hall near Fire Station “Hand Clutching Diploma” 1) by artist Jim Phillips. This sculpture is located at 718 41st Street (on “Galveston Shore Life” grounds of Wright-Cuney Park) by artist Earl This sculpture is located at 5701 S 1/2 (facing 57th Jones. Street) by artist Jim Phillips.
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“In His Hand”
This sculpture is located at 4910 Avenue P 1/2 by artist Earl Jones. “Large Pelican”
This sculpture is located at 1609 Postoffice Street by artist Jim Phillips. “Lighthouse & Dolphin”
This sculpture is located at 4017 Avenue M 1/2 by artist Dayle Lewis.
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“Mermaid Holding Clam Shell”
This sculpture is located at 1428 Church by artist Dayle Lewis. “Monument to Galveston’s Trees”
This sculpture is located at 1028 Winnie by artist Jim Phillips. “Owl”
Located at 1302 Ball by artist Dayle Lewis. “Pelican Sitting on Piling”
This sculpture is located at 1618 Church by artist Dayle Lewis. “Pod of Dolphins and Mermaid”
Located at 902 Ball by artist Earl Jones, the dolphins represent the children and the Mermaid represents the mother of this family. This had been their “family tree” and they are very happy to still have their tree, even in its new form.
“Sealife and Mermaid”
This sculpture is located at 12330 Jenkins, by artist Earl Jones. “Sister Angels”
Located at 1717 Ball by artist Dayle Lewis. “Sponge Bob”
Located at 1508 29th Street by artist Earl Jones. “Squirrel with Acorn”
This sculpture is located at 1302 Ball by artist Dayle Lewis. “The Lion King”
This sculpture is located at 4510 Avenue L by artist Earl Jones. “Tin Man from The Wizard of Oz”
This sculpture is located at 1702 Winnie by artist Jim Phillips. “Toad”
This sculpture is located at 1615 Ball by artist Dayle Lewis. “Two Herons”
This sculpture is located at 1316 Ball by artist Dayle Lewis. “Venus on a Half Shell”
This sculpture is located at 1823 Ave. L and was created by Jim Phillips. “Wildlife Totem Pole”
by artist Dayle Lewis.
This sculpture is located at 1302 Ball
“Wildlie Tree”
This sculpture is located at 83rd Street at the Airport (inside the castle playground at Schrieber Park) by artist Dayle Lewis. “Yellow Lab”
This sculpture is located at 1820 Winnie by artist Dayle Lewis.
Friday-Saturday, May 3rd - 4th - The American Cancer Society Relay For Life Of Galveston will begin at 6pm and go on until 6am Saturday morning. This popular event will be held at Spoor Field, 41st and Ave P. Teams may participate by contacting (409)9961754 or go online to www.relaygalveston.com. On-Going - Galveston Historical Foundation’s new “Preservation U.” courses will offer participants a handson approach to home ownership and preservation. Classes will take place at 10am and will last approximately two hours. Pricing is $10 for GHF members and $15 for non-members for single classes or $25 for GHF members and $40 for non-members for either the beginners or intermediate series. Registration is online at www.galvestonhistory.org or by calling (409)7653409. Tools 101, April 6th (Beginners Level) - Joey Janota will lead a hands-on workshop to establish a comfortable working knowledge with construction and woodshop principles. The program, intended for all skill levels and experience, covers safety, basic power tools, hand tools, and techniques. Students will build a simple product from reclaimed material to take home. Class will be held at GHF’s Architectural Salvage Warehouse, 908 23rd Street. Tools 102, April 20th (Intermediate Level) - Joey Janota returns to help you build on the basic skills you learned during Tools 101. This second class explores various specialty tools and introduces you to larger shop tools and saws. For intermediate skill levels. Class will be held at GHF’s Architectural Salvage Warehouse, 908 23rd Street. For more information, please contact (409)765-3409. Every Sunday Morning - Galveston’s Own Farmer’s Market starts around 9am at 2508 Postoffice, on the empty lot behind Antique Warehouse and next to the Island Aquaponics greenhouse, on Postoffice between 25th and 26th. GOFM believes that good food matters. Come pick up everything from fresh produce, honey, eggs, and cheeses to already-prepared foods. Sunday, April 7th - Memorial Hermann Ironman 70.3 Texas Race - A field of highly trained international, national, and regional athletes will take to the roadways and waterways to compete. Athletes will run, bike, and swim across the Island in this challenging endurance competition. Competitors will race along Galveston roads on Sunday between the hours of 7am and 2pm. Motorists driving near the race course, Scholes International Airport, and Moody Gardens should use caution and allow additional travel time to their destinations. For info, www.ironmanlonestar.com. All The Time! Island Bicycle Company SelfGuided Bike Tours of the Island! These tours are designed to go at your own pace. You can have a ride around the island from the beachfront to the harbor. All rides include a lunch stop of local restaurants and a ferry ride with designated points of interest along the way. All package includes bike, lock, and map. The cost is $25 per person online or $30 per person walk-in. Select from many bike styles such as Beach Cruisers, Mountain Bikes, Tandem Bikes, Hybrid Bikes, Surrey (2 adults and 2 kids), Limo Surrey (4 adults and 3 kids), or a fun Electric Bike. For more about the self-guided tours or info go to www.islandbicyclecompany.com. The Island Guide Magazine
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Music Guide Friday, April 5th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Beach Hut – Zach Tate Duo 5-9 Captain Jacks – Blue Moon 5-9
Galveston Island Food & Wine Festival: A Promise for the Best and Unique
The fourth annual, “Galveston Island Food & Wine Festival 2013: Wines from Around the World,” officially begins April 18th. Pour into bliss this April and join us for a special springtime event that transforms Galveston Island’s Uptown Entertainment District into a food and wine lover’s paradise. With specialty food items, culinary events, sophisticated parties, and live musical entertainment, it is sure to be the event of the year. Enjoy wines from around the world paired with delicious local foods, and learn first-rate tips from popular chefs and renowned winemakers. Events include: April 11th:
Man vs. Wine - Blind Tasting
6-8pm at Bienville Social at 323 Tremont Street
Only the brave will take the challenge to sample and judge a selection of over 100 wines. Take the leap and help narrow down the wines to the top 5 reds and 5 white wines. Ticket includes judging of wines, light hors d’oeuvres, and viewing of all “Official Food & Wine Festival Poster” entries. No blindfold needed!
along with exclusive art exhibits. This ticket may also be purchased as a package with the Saturday Grand Tasting in the Park. When purchased together save $15 and receive early VIP entry into the Grand Tasting in the Park. There will be fresh seafood provided by Galveston Shrimp Company and chocolates will be provided by Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. Tickets are $85 for Premium Tasting Only; and $115 for the VIP All Tasting. Saturday, April 20th:
The Grand Tasting
2-5pm at Saengerfest Park (corner of 23rd Street and Strand)
The Grand Tasting in Saengerfest Park is the highlight of the festival. Patrons will embark on a tasting trip through vineyards from all around the world. While getting their wine passports stamped revelers will be able to taste food from many finest restaurants on the island. The fantastic live music and the barrage of artisan Thursday, April 18th: exhibits along the park will complete this afterRudy & Paco’s noon of indulgences. The $45 entry ticket includes “The Galveston Island Food & Wine Fessouvenir wine glass, event program with complete tival, 2013: Wines From Around The World” will list of wines, endless samples of over 100 wines officially commence with Rudy & Paco’s. This is (please drink responsibly) and samples of food an invitation only event for La Chaîne des Rôtis- from favorite local restaurants. seurs™ members who will be lending Galveston This ticket may also be purchased as a package their palettes and picking the festival’s Grand with the Friday Premium Tasting. When purChampion wines. chased together save $15 and receive early VIP entry into the Grand Tasting the in Park, skip the Friday, April 19th: lines and have more one on one time with the Vintner Dinners vineyard representatives and bites from favorite M&M Restaurant Vintner Dinner local restaurants. VIP entry begins at 1pm on SatThe menu has not been announced but it is sure to be exquisite. Check online to see details at urday, April 20th in Saengerfest Park. Tickets are $45 for the Grand Tasting; and www.galveston.com/foodandwine. $115 for VIP All Tasting Purchase Tickets. Premium Wine Tasting and Pairing All tickets purchased online before April 11th 6-8pm at Saengerfest Park (corner of 23rd Street are entered into a second drawing to win a “Build and Strand) Your Own Cellar” with a start of 50 different wines. The Premium Wine Tasting and Pairing returns this year for the true gourmand. Your Sunday, April 21st ticket will include tasting of premium wines from The final day of the festival, Sunday the 21st, vineyards around the world and decadent gulf will feature brunches paired with champagnes or seafood hors d’oeuvres from Chef Chris Lopez wines from the festival.
Events
venue provides classrooms for all of our birding and photography workshops, plenty of free Saturday, April 13th – Sunday, April 14th parking, and space for our expanded 2013 Birders’ JA-GA Reggae Festival will be held at Beach Bazaar! With more than 100 field trips, workshops Central, 2102 Seawall Blvd. A Caribbean flair will sweep over Galveston April 13th -14th as the and social events, you will have plenty to choose from. Don’t miss one of the largest birding festisound of steel drums and smell of jerk chicken vals in Texas, and the only one with a dedicated bring the joys of Jamaica to Texas at the second annual JA-GA Reggae Festival. This free event will nature photography track. Experience birding and take place at Galveston’s new festival venue Beach nature photography at its best. Unique outdoor Central, located at 2102 Seawall Boulevard, with adventures amid some 200 species of birds are in store at the 11th annual festival. Galveston is live entertainment, food, vendors, and special one of the top locations for birding in the nation, events, including a jerk chicken cook-off, eating and this family-friendly festival is held during contests and a fashion show. Jamaica Tourism and the avian spring migration – the best time to visit the Jamaican Foundation of Houston organize the world-renowned birding hot spots like Bolivar festival. Visit www.jamaicafoundationofhouston.org. Flats and High Island. Expert-led excursions by Thursday, April 11th – Sunday, April 14th bus and boat will visit a variety of habitats, from FeatherFest will be held mostly at Broadway beaches to bays, bay marshes to wetlands, and and 47 St. The Galveston Island Nature Tourism coastal prairies to upland wood motts. The highly Council is excited to announce that FeatherFest successful PhotoFest, our professionally-guided 2013 will be held on the campus of UTMB’s Osher track of photography programs for camera buffs Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) in the Island at all levels, will be even bigger and better! Details Community Center at 4700 Broadway. This new at www.galvestonfeatherfest.com. 22 The Island Guide Magazine theislandguide@gmail.com (409)256-5166
Hotel Galvez – Joe Sewell Jimmy’s Pier – Drum Circle Mod – Kevin Anthony Smooth Tony’s – Brian Adduddell Tremont – Ronnie Ginsberg The Waterman – Crashboat Johnny & The Pirates Yaga’s – Threadbelly Saturday, April 6th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Beach Hut – Marty Monte Band 3-7 Bobbie’s House Of Spirits – Zac Perry Captain Jacks – Zach Tate Band Hotel Galvez – Joe Sewell Old Quarter – Q&A Band Tremont – Kirk Hale Woody’s – Ray T & The City Crew Yaga’s - DJ Nonstopp Sunday, April 7th Bobbie’s House of Spirits – Jam w/ Tomz Katz, 9-1 Beach Hut – Mama Tried 3-7 B. Jigger’s – Karaoke Captain Jack’s – Cassette Tape 2-6 Crow’s – Marty Monte Band 4-8 Woody’s – James Pardo & The Underestimated Monday, April 8th B. Jiggers – Video DJ The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Crow’s Southwest Cantina – Country Karaoke Tuesday, April 9th B Jiggers – Video DJ Crow’s Southwest Cantina - Troubadours open jam Mosquito Café – Kevin Anthony 7-9 Pier 30, Surfside – Karaoke Wednesday, April 10th B Jiggers – Video DJ Captain Jack’s – DJ Worm Crow’s Southwest Cantina - open mic Acoustic Loading Dock - Karaoke Old Quarter - Open mic w/ Neil Down Pier 30, Surfside – Open Jam with Greg Garner Riptide Surf Bar – Carl Piano Smith Thursday, April 11th Beach Hut – Blue Louie- Burgers & Blues B. Jiggers - Karaoke Bobbie’s House of Spirits - Karaoke Captain Jack’s – Karaoke Crow`s Southwest Cantina – open mic jam, 9-1 Drip – The Line Up, 9pm-1am Medicinal Purposes – Kevin Anthony Old Quarter – Kitty Litter Pier 30, Surfside – Karaoke Smooth Tony’s – Brian Hoff Friday, April 12th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Beach Hut – Boo Schaaf 5-9 Captain Jack’s – Southbound 5-9 Hotel Galvez – Joe Sewell Jimmy’s Pier – Drum Circle M&M – Danny Kristensen 7-10 Smooth Tony’s – Christie Glaser 6-10 Tremonte – Kirk Hale Yaga’s – Will Makar & Red Line Saturday, April 13th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Beach Central – Ja-Ga Reggae Festival Beach Hut – Foot Pie 3-7, Ernie Trevino Band 8-12 Bobbie’s House of Spirits – Zac Perry Captain Jacks – Potbelly 5-9 Courtyard Café – Blue Louie Video Shoot Tremont – Tim Holder Woody’s – Ben Morris & The Great American Yaga’s – The Line Up Sunday, April 14th B Jiggers – Karaoke Beach Hut – Denovo 3-7 Bobbie’s House of Spirits – Jam w/ Tomz Katz, 9-1 Captain Jack’s – Bluemoon 2-6 Woody’s – Sam Navarro & The Red Devils Monday, April 15th B Jiggers – Video DJ The Bar @ San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Crow’s Southwest Cantina – Country Karaoke Tuesday, April 16th Contenders Sports Bar – Open Mic Mosquito Café – Kevin Anthony 7-9 Pier 30, Surfside – Karaoke Stage 25 @ The Pleasure Pier – Beggers 2-6,Big Richard 7-11 Wednesday, April 17th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Crow’s Southwest Cantina - open mic Acoustic The Loading Dock - Karaoke
Old Quarter - Open mic w/ Neil Down Pier 30, Surfside – Open Jam with Greg Garner Riptide Surf Bar – Carl Piano Smith Stage 25 @ The Pleasure Pier – Kaos 2-6,Revelatore 7-11 Thursday, April 18th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Beach Hut – Blue Louie- Burgers & Blues Captain Jack’s – Karaoke Crow`s Southwest Cantina – open mic jam Drip – The Line Up, 9pm-1am Medicinal Purposes – Kevin Anthony Old Quarter – Kitty Litter Pier 30, Surfside – Karaoke Riptide Surf Bar – Karaoke Smooth Tony’s – Christie Glaser 6-10 Friday, April 19th Beach Hut – Shaun Michael 5-9 Captain Jack’s – D.R.U.M. Hotel Galvez – Joe Sewell Jimmy’s – Drum Circle Smooth Tony’s – Dave Oates Tremont – Leah Stonum Vanishing Point – Kevin Anthony Yaga’s – The Line Up Saturday, April 20th Beach Hut – Almost Endless Summer 3-7 Bobbie’s House of Spirits – Zac Perry Captain Jack’s – Potbelly 5-9 Hotel Galvez – Joe Sewell Pier 21 – Kevin Anthony 6-9 Woody’s – Captain Legendary Band Sunday, April 21st Beach Hut – The Relics 3-7 B Jiggers – Karaoke Captain Jack’s – Zach Tate Band 2-6 Bobbie’s House of Spirits – Jam w/ Tomz Katz, 9-1 Galveston Farmers Market – Kevin Anthony 10-12pm Woody’s - Opie Hendrix & The Texas Tall Boys 3-7 Monday, April 22nd B Jiggers – Video DJ The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Crow’s Southwest Cantina – Country Karaoke Tuesday, April 23rd The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Contenders Sports Bar – Open Mic Crow’s Southwest Cantina - Troubadours open jam Mosquito Café – Kevin Anthony 7-9 Pier 30, Surfside - Karaoke Wednesday, April 24th B Jiggers – Video DJ The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Crow’s Southwest Cantina - open mic Acoustic Old Quarter - Open mic w/ Neil Down Pier 30, Surfside – Open Jam with Greg Garner Riptide Surf Bar – Carl Piano Smith Thursday, April 25th Beach Hut – Blue Louie – Burgers & Blues Crow`s Southwest Cantina – open mic jam, 9-1 Drip – The Line Up, 9pm-1am Medicinal Purposes – Kevin Anthony Old Quarter – Kitty Litter Pier 30, Surfside – Karaoke Smooth Tony’s – Brian Hoff 6-10 Friday, April 26th Beach Hut – Gulf Coast Rockers 6-10 The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Captain Jack’s - Soulfyia Hotel Galvez – Joe Sewell Jimmy’s – Drum Circle Smooth Tony’s – The Line Up Tremonte – Leah Stonum Yaga’s – Sheila Marshall Band Saturday, April 27th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Beach Hut – Threadbelly 3-7, Wiseguys 8-12 Bobbie’s House of Spirits – Zac Perry Captain Jack’s – 98 In The Shade 5-9 Club 21 – Almost endless summer 9-1 Vanishing Point Café – Kevin Anthony Yaga’s – Texas Renegade Sunday, April 28th Beach Hut – Hold Fast Fables 3-7 B Jiggers – Karaoke Bobbie’s House of Spirits - Jam w/ Tomz Katz, 9-1 Captain Jack’s – Salty Dogs 2-6 Woody’s – Jo Hell Band 3-7 Monday, April 29th B Jiggers – Video DJ The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Crow’s Southwest Cantina - Troubadours open jam Tremont – Nina Kay Tuesday, April 30th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Contenders Sports Bar – Open Mic Crow’s Southwest Cantina - Troubadours open jam Mosquito Café – Kevin Anthony 7-9 Pier 30, Surfside - Karaoke
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April Line-Up of Music Fun! Friday, April 5...Zac Tate Duo , 5 to 9 Saturday, April 6...Marty Monte Band, 3 to 7 98 in the Shade, 8-12 Sunday, April 7... Mama Tried, 3 to 7 Friday, April 12...Boo Schaaf , 5 to 9 Saturday, April 13...Footpie, 3 to 7 Ernie Trevino Band, 8-12 Sunday, April 14...Denovo, 3 to 7 Friday, April 19...Shaun Michael...5 to 9 Saturday, April 20...Almost Endless Summer, 3 to 7 Sunday, April 21...The Relics, 3 to 7 Friday, April 26...GCR3, 6 to 10 Saturday, April 27...Threadbelly, 3 to 7 Wiseguys, 8-12 Sunday, April 28...Hold Fast Fables, 3 to 7
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