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Things to Do » Keep Cool This Summer At Moody Gardens Palm Beach with Water Fun, Concerts & Fireworks » Moody Gardens Reveals New Aquarium Pyramid: Humboldt Penguins, Oil Rig Aquarium, and a Shipwreck Replica » Galveston Island Beach Revue Returns May 19th-21st with Bathing Beauties, Vintage Bands, & Classic Cars » Free Family Movies & Music Returns to Historic Downtown at Saengerfest Park » Pleasure Pier Offers Summer Fun » At Island ETC: “The Foreigner” by Larry Shue » The Bryan Museum, Historical Fun » Galveston Island Brewing: Locally Made, Locally Fun » Become a Young Entrepreneur: National Lemonade Day and Lemonade Day Galveston County » May Rosenberg Library Museum’s Treasure of the Month: Ingraham Mantle Clock » The 43rd Annual Galveston Historic Home Tour » The Grand Announces It’s Summer Season » 8th Annual Galveston Food & Wine Festival: Biggest Food & Wine Festival Yet » Tour of the Month: Tree Sculptures

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Things To Do Keep Cool This Summer At Moody Gardens Palm Beach Guests can enjoy a lazy river, tower

slides, live music with fireworks, and more at Moody Gardens Palm Beach.

Guests are invited to kick off their summer with a splash, complete with sinking their toes in white sand, when Palm Beach opens May 20th.

The Moody Gardens summer hot spot – and private beach – will open for the season with the opportunity to keep cool at Palm Beach in the 650-foot lazy river, wave pool, and two 18-foot tower slides or lounge beneath palm trees.

Other attractions include beach volleyball on regulation courts and the Aquarium Adventure play area. The splashpad automated aquatic water feature offers interactive dump buckets, spray arches, and fountains for a day of fun at the beach.

Palm Beach will be open only during weekends in May including Memorial Day weekend. The attraction opens daily June 3rd-August 20th. As the summer season comes to an end, Palm Beach will be open during only weekends August 26th-September 9th, including Labor Day. Admission is $23.95 for adults, $18.95 for children and seniors, or $65 for a season pass. Children age 3 and younger can enter Palm Beach free.

Don’t miss out on Bands on the Sand, June 9th-August 12th. Enjoy this summer concert series Friday and Saturday nights, 6-10pm. Each concert features local and regional R&B, rock, country, and blues bands. Admission is $15, and children age 3 and younger can enter free. Each show ends with a fireworks display over Offats Bayou, overlooking the Moody Gardens pyramids.

For more info about Palm Beach and Bands on the Sand go to moodygardens.org or call (800)582-4673.

Moody Gardens® is a public, non-profit, educational destination utilizing nature in the advancement of rehabilitation, conservation, recreation, and research.

Moody Gardens Reveals New Aquarium Pyramid:

Humboldt Penguins, Oil Rig Aquarium, and a Shipwreck Replica

Hidden behind the doors of Moody Gardens’ Aquarium Pyramid awaits an awe-inspiring underwater experience that includes a new Humboldt Penguin Habitat, a Mangrove Lagoon touch tank that is home to stingrays and sharks and a multilevel 30,000 gallon Oil Rig Tank.

But, these new treasures won’t remain hidden for much longer. Moody Gardens will host a Grand Reveal May 27th, giving guests their first glimpse into the completed multi-phased $37 million renovation project at the Aquarium Pyramid.

Guests will journey to new depths this summer, exploring the Gulf of Mexico, South Atlantic, South Pacific, North Pacific, and the Caribbean. Each ocean exhibit highlights different marine sanctuaries and relationship aspects to the seas with conservation messages that underscore the vital importance of the oceans.

Moody Gardens is highlighting a hidden gem from the Gulf of Mexico. The new Flower Garden Banks Exhibit brings attention to the unique tropical coral reef system found just 115 miles offshore.

With help from the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary, guests experience the East Flower Garden Bank, West Flower Garden Bank and Stetson Bank up close and personal. The exhibit includes examples of Brain, Star and Elkhorn coral, to name a few, all of which can be seen on the banks. The Flower Garden Banks reef system is one of the healthiest in the Gulf and Caribbean regions.

Guests are completely immersed in the Caribbean Exhibit with breathtaking views as Meet the new Sharks, Rays and other tropical fish swim overHumboldt Penguins Moody Gardens is head while they walk through the tunnel.

New to the exhibit is The Pride, a 19th centhrilled to introduce tury rum-runner shipwreck replica, loosely these unique warmclimate penguins that based on the vessel sailed by famed Galveston pirate Jean Lafitte. Divers spent a total of 68.5 hail from Southern hours underwater putting together the ship, Hemisphere waters which arrived in about 75 individual pieces. from the Antarctic Also new are in-water presentations by Pole to the Equator.

Moody Gardens divers. With additions to the This is the second penguin exhibit at Moody Gardens and the Humboldts are right next door exhibit, guests are bound to have questions. to the South Atlantic Penguin Habitat, home to Divers are now able to take and answers questhe King, Gentoo, Chinstrap, Rockhopper, and tions while in the exhibit.

Macaroni penguins.

North Pacific Gallery This exhibit focuses on the high-energy Gulf of Mexico Rig Exhibit coastline to the west. Seals and Sea Lions are See the balance of technology and nature featured prominently alongside other kelp forest through this impressive 30,000 gallon, twoinhabitants including Leopard Sharks and the story, 23-foot scale model oil production platlong-lived Rockfish. Jewel aquariums highlight form aquarium. These man-made islands prothe coastal surge zone, ingenious Giant Pacific vide valuable attachment surfaces for a variety Octopus and the relatively unknown deep water of encrusting organisms to create an entire coral communities that act as nursery habitat for reef ecosystem found throughout the Gulf of many commercial fisheries.

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The Caribbean Journeys to the Caribbean begin with the new Mangrove Lagoon. Touch Cownose Stingrays and Bonnethead Sharks as they swim lazily around the jungle of stilt roots that most of the region’s fish call home. Naturalists are on hand to help guests learn more about these important ecosystems.

More info The Moody Gardens Aquarium Pyramid as the largest and most diverse aquarium in the southwest. For tickets, go to moodygardens. com. Moody Gardens® is a public, non-profit, educational destination utilizing nature in the advancement of rehabilitation, conservation, recreation, and research.

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Galveston Island Beach Revue Returns May 19th-21st: Enjoy Bathing Beauties, Vintage Bands, and Classic Cars

Galveston’s vintage past meets present day fun for the Ninth Annual Galveston Island Beach Revue May 19th21st. Presented

by Hotel Galvez & Spa® and held at Beach Central, 2102 Seawall Blvd., this year’s event features a weekend of vintageinspired fun, headlined by the Bathing Beauties contest, next to Galveston’s historic shoreline. Admission is free to the public and complete info is available at galvestonbeachrevue.com.

“This year’s Galveston Island Beach Revue shines it’s spotlight on vintage music and classic fun,” explains Will Wright, Galveston Island Beach Revue promoter. “We’ve got a fantastic lineup of music, cars, and more all leading up to

the Bathing Beauties contest.”

2017 Highlights

Vintage Music Takes Center Stage No vintage-themed weekend is complete without the right music, and this year’s Galveston Island Beach Revue features two of the nation’s best period-inspired bands performing throughout the weekend. Returning from last year’s acclaimed performance is Dandy Wellington & His Band from New York City. In addition, Dallas’ Matt Tolentino Band is bringing their signature sound to this year’s event.

Wellington is performing Friday at Galvez Bar & Grill, 6:30-8:15pm and Saturday at the Revue at 4pm and 7pm. Tolentino is scheduled Saturday at the Revue, 2-4pm and Sunday, 11am-1pm at the Hotel Galvez & Spa’s® Sunday Brunch.

Friday Night Revue Prevue At Hotel Galvez & Spa® Galveston’s iconic “Queen of the Gulf,” Hotel Galvez & Spa®, located at 2024 Seawall Blvd., opens its doors for a special night of live music, craft beer, speak-easy inspired cocktails, and more, as part of a Friday Night Revue Prevue.

Galvez Bar & Grill is featuring New York City’s Dandy Wellington & His Band, 6-9pm. The Prevue also offers the public’s first introduction to the 2017 Bathing Beauty contestants. Admission is free, and vintage attire is encouraged.

Bathing Beauties Contest Always a crowd favorite, the weekend’s main event is the Bathing Beauties Contest, held at Beach Central, 2102 Seawall Blvd., on Saturday, 5-7pm. Retro swimwear is chic and vintage is king as contestants from across the country catwalk across Galveston’s historic shoreline modeling vintage and vintage inspired swimwear and accessories that echo the “good ole days” of Galveston’s summertime history. Classic pinup styles, the likes that Esther Williams, Marilyn Monroe, and Bettie Page made famous, will heat up the beaches as 40 contestants vie for cash prizes and top honors.

Classic Car and Vintage Trailer Show Hot rods, rat rods, vintage trailers, and more are lining up to take part in the Galveston Island About The Galveston Island Beach Revue Dubbed the “Pageant of Pulchritude” by C.E. Beach Hot Rod + Classic Car and Vintage Trailer

Family Fun at Saengerfest Park With the beautiful weather and longer days, Free Family Movies

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Barfield, Galveston’s Bathing Beauties Contest began in the summer of 1920 and marked the kick-off for tourist season each year. By 1928, the event, which had morphed into the “bathing girl revue,” had become so popular the Island’s population was said to have tripled during the event weekend. These island pageants were the beginning of what we know of today as the Miss Universe Pageant. The famed Galveston Bathing Beauties pageants ended in 1932 due in part to the Great Depression and were resurrected in 2009.

For more info on the Ninth Annual Galveston Island Beach Revue presented by Hotel Galvez & Spa®, go to galvestonbeachrevue.com or call (806)236-0715.

About Hotel Galvez & Spa®

Hotel Galvez & Spa®, A Wyndham Grand® Hotel and National Trust Historic Hotel of America, is the only historic beachfront hotel on the Texas Gulf Coast. This 224-room, century-old hotel offers 13,000 square feet of meeting space, a 9,763-square-foot spa, fitness center, full-service restaurant, lobby bar, pool with a swim-up bar, and Hall of History. The hotel is rated four diamonds by AAA and is owned by the Cynthia and George Mitchell family as part of Mitchell Historic Properties. For reservations call (409)7657721 or go to HotelGalvez.com.

Pleasure Pier Kicks Off Summer Spring BBQ & Auction to Benefit Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier features family-oriented attractions including Satori Elementary School rides, midway Satori Elementary School will hold its

families are spending more and more time outdoors. Saengerfest Park is a small square park located on the corner of 23rd St. and The Strand in Galveston's Historic Strand District.

Visitors and residents are invited to enjoy free movies throughout historic Downtown.

Movies begin just after dusk. Moviegoers are encouraged to set up a blanket or chair for a free movie under the stars.

Movie Nite takes place the first Saturday of each month through October. Upcoming movies are: • May 6th: “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” • June 3rd: “Earth to Echo” • July 1st: “National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation” • August 5th: “The Secret Life of Pets” • September 2nd: “Captain America: The First Avenger” • October 7th: “The Addams Family”

show on Saturday, 2-4pm, at Beach Central, 2102 Seawall Blvd. Admission is free for the general public to view the cars and is part of a full day of vintage-inspired programming. Car and trailer owners can register online at galvestonbeachrevue.com. Registration is limited to cars from 1975 or older.

“Galveston Seawall Chronicles” Book Signing Local author and 2017 bathing beauties contest judge, Kimber Fountain, will be signing copies of her debut book, “Galveston Seawall Chronicles,” 3-4pm on Saturday, May 20th at the Beach Revue merchandise booth. The Galveston Island Beach Revue takes place just a few feet from it’s original location on Galveston’s historic Seawall. One of the Island’s most iconic structures, the Seawall, is a key piece of Galveston’s history. Adapting to the cultural trends and political movements that defined the past century, the Seawall represents the unbreakable spirit of Galveston’s resilient population and provides a fascinating glimpse into bygone times.

Sunday Brunch and a Sandlot Baseball Game Sunday Brunch at Hotel Galvez & Spa® is widely known as a “can’t-miss” experience in Galveston. For this year’s Beach Revue, Brunch takes a step back in time with the Matt Tolentino Band. Enjoy vintage music with contemporary fare on Sunday, 11am-2pm. Advance reservations are recommended and available by calling (409)765-7721 or via Open Table.

As the weekend comes to a close the public is invited to a special vintage baseball game played between the Gulf Coast Sugar and Texas Playboys, 2-4pm, at Hooper Field, 3110 83rd St. This sandlot-inspired game features two of Texas’ most seasoned unorganized league teams.

Admission is free.

Music Nite on the Strand Music Nite on the Strand features various artists the second Saturday of every month. The event is 6-9pm and free to the public. Upcoming artists are: • May 13th: Heights Funk Collective (Funk Rock) • June 10th: Blaggards (Irish Rock) • July 8th: Jason James (Country) • August 12th: Campfire Soul with Zach Person (Blues/R&B) • September 9th: The Fab 5 (Beatles Tribute) • October 14th: Harbors over Highways (Americana) For more info and a full list of events go to facebook.com/saengerfestpark.

games, food venues, and retail shops.

It is open year round and offers a variety of fun for the entire family. Tickets can be purchased at pleasurepier.com.

Pleasure Pier has many events coming up within the next few months which include: Live Music lineup: • May 6th and June 17th (1-5pm): Adrian’s Circle, 1-5pm Other upcoming events are: • June 16th-18th - First Responders Weekend All events are weather permitting. For more info, tickets and a full list of events go to pleasurepier.com.

annual Spring Barbecue and Silent Auction Fundraiser on Saturday, May 6th at the Garten Verein. “We are choosing this event to honor our Founding Families - without their dedication, unwavering support and passion for education, our school would not be in existence today,” said Lisa Lisinicchia.

“The silent auction held during the barbeque festivities is not only greatly appreciated, but a true cornerstone of our fundraising efforts,” Lisinicchia said.

All funds raised from this event will support the creation of a science laboratory complete with laboratory tables, Bunsen burners, glassware, and supplies. A laboratory allows students to design investigations, engage in scientific reasoning, manipulate equipment, record data, analyze results, and discuss their findings.

For questions and more info contact the school at (409)763-7022.

Fun at The Movies at Moody Gardens Featur-

The Bryan Museum, Historical Fun

The Bryan Museum, located in the historic Galveston Orphans Home at 1315 21st St., houses The Bryan Collection, one of the world's largest collections of historical artifacts, docuing the largments, and artwork relating to Texas and the est screen American West. Assembled by J.P. and Mary Jon in Texas Bryan, the collection spans more than 12,000 and top-ofyears, with pieces ranging from ancient Native the-line surround sound system, Moody Garden’s state-of-the-art 3D & 4D viewing experi- American cultural artifacts to modern twentyence gives guests the best viewing experience in first century objects.

For more info call (409)632-7685 or go to the world. Moody Gardens is located at 1 Hope Blvd., Galveston. For more info call (800)582- thebryanmuseum.org. The museum is open Thursday-Monday 11am-4pm and closed 4637 or go to moodygardens.com.

Individual tickets to the movies are $10.95 Tuesday-Wednesday.

This month’s event is: for adults, and $8.95 for children 4-12 and First Thursday every month (4-7pm) - Wine seniors (65+). Children 3 and under are free. in The Bryan Gardens - Join the fun in the 3D Movies - Through May 26th • 10am – “Amazing Mighty Micro Monsters 3D” beautiful botanical gardens to relax and enjoy time and conversation with friends, family, and • 11am – “Secret Ocean 3D” Museum staff. Wine, beer, and complimentary • 12 noon – “Great White Sharks 3D” • 12:30pm – “Amazing Mighty Micro Monsters” bar snacks will be served in the Sculpture Garden next to the Museum Shop.

• 1:20pm – “Great White Sharks 3D” • 2pm – “Secret Ocean 3D” • 2:55pm – “Amazing Mighty Micro Monsters 3D” • 3:45pm – “Great White Sharks 3D” • 4:20pm – “Amazing Mighty Micro Monsters 3D” • 5:10pm – “Secret Ocean 3D” 4D Movies - Through May 26th Hi-def digital 4D projection with DTS surround sound immerse you as wind, mist, leg ticklers, and other special effects provide a shortfilm experience that is a thrill for all ages.

• 12 noon – “Ice Age: No Time for Nuts 4D” • 1pm – “Dino Island II 4D” • 2pm – “Ice Age: No Time for Nuts 4D” • 3pm – “Dino Island II 4D” • 4pm – “Ice Age: No Time for Nuts 4D” • 5pm – “Dino Island II 4D”

Galveston Island Brewing:

• May 20th (3pm): Live music with David Richardson • May 24th (6:30pm): Dash for Drafts Run Club • May 26th (TBD): Music with Grifters & Shills • May 27th (TBD): Music with Mystery Love Company • May 28th and June 8th (TBD): Kickin’ it Dixie • May 31st (6:30pm): Dash for Drafts Run Club

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Galveston Island Brewery is a local brewery in the Galveston - Houston area featuring an What’s new at the Galveston Island Brewery on-site tap room showcasing classic beer styles from around the world. The tap room is open (GIB)? Well, there is a lot! seven days a week, Monday-Thursday 3-9pm, • May 3rd (6:30pm): Dash for Drafts Run Club • May 5th (6pm): Cinco de Mayo with live music Friday 3pm-12 midnight, Saturday 12 noon-12 midnight, and Sunday 12 noon-9pm.

by James Fiel GIB offers free brewery tours every Satur• May 6th and June 3rd (12 noon): Yoga at the Brewery -This class is offered free of charge for day at 1pm. Tours are about 30-minutes long, depending on customer interaction. Beer, camall age ranges.

• May 10th (6:30pm): Dash for Drafts Run Club era, and questions are encouraged for the tour.

For more info call (409)740-7000 or go to • May 12th (4-7pm): Robert Kuhn Acoustic galvestonislandbrewing.com, or you can always • May 13th: Live music by DEM stop by the brewery located at 8423 Stewart • May 19th and June 23rd (TBD): Live music Rd., Galveston. with Jaredd Reed

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This Month at Island ETC:

“The Foreigner” by Larry Shue “The Foreigner”

is a fun, two-act comedy by American playwright Larry Shue. The story takes place in a fishing lodge in rural Tilghman County, Georgia where two Englishmen, Froggy and Charlie, arrive as guests. The shy Charlie agreed to accompany Froggy on the trip after his sick wife begged him to go. When people at the lodge try to talk to Charlie, he remains silent: he is terribly shy, depressed about his wife’s illness, and cannot find the words to reply. Froggy claims that Charlie cannot talk because he is a “foreigner” from an exotic country and does not understand English. Taking the explanation that he’s a non-English speaker as fact, the lodge’s guests quickly begin revealing their secrets, and Charlie soon discovers scandals amongst some of the residents of the lodge.

Performance dates are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings May 12th-27th at 8pm.

There will be two Sunday matinees May 14th and 21st at 2:30pm.

Tickets are $25 for students and senior citizens and $30 for adults.

Island ETC is located at 2317 Mechanic St., Galveston. For more info about the production and group rates call the theatre at (409)7623556, go to islandetc.org, or find them on Facebook.

TheThereKitchen Chick Classes is a lot of exciting new series of cook-

ing classes at The Kitchen Chick including: • May 20th & 27th (11am-2pm) - Southern Biscuit Saturdays, $50 • June 12th (1-4:30pm) - Kids Summer Cooking Camp: Session 1, Bake & Be Happy, $300 • June 19th (1-4:30pm) - Kids Summer Cooking Camp: Session 2, Comfort Foods, $300 • June 26th (1-4:30pm) - Kids Summer Cooking Camp: Session 3, Summer Lovin’ Seasonal Cookin’, $300 Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis, and class sizes are kept small to ensure that you get to interact with the instructor.

For more info and to reserve your spot, call (409)497-2999 or go to thekitchenchick.com.

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Become a Young Entrepreneur:

National Lemonade Day and Lemonade Day Galveston County May 7th Youth of all ages, from pre-K through high

school, will set up an official Lemonade Day stands Sunday, May 7th all across Galveston Island.

You can participate and help support today’s youth by purchasing lemonade through the city.

More than 850 children from across Galveston County will become entrepreneurs by setting up lemonade stands. By May 7th, these children will have been preparing for weeks by learning the lessons of owning and operating a business such as setting goals, planning, budgeting, finding an investor, running their business, and so much more.

Lemonade Day Galveston County, which is an initiative of the Galveston Regional Chamber’s Education Committee, empowers today’s youth to become tomorrow’s entrepreneurs. Youth of all ages across Galveston County registered to set up an official Lemonade Day stand. Upon registering, participants received a backpack with an entrepreneur workbook that teaches the 14 lessons of Lemonade Day. Local businesses can still get involved. For instance, your company can donate money, mentor kids, serve as a site location, and more.

Just $100 can provide the supplies needed for 10 kids to participate in Lemonade Day Galveston County. If you are interested in helping, contact the Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce at (409)763-5326 or go to galveston. lemonadeday.org.

Lemonade Day is a strategic lesson-based program that walks youth from a dream to a

May Treasure of the Month:

business plan, while teaching them the same principles required to start any big company.

Inspiring kids to work hard and make a profit, they are also taught to spend some, save some, and share some by giving back to their community. Since it’s launch in 2007 in Houston, Lemonade Day has grown from serving 2,700 kids in one city to 1 million children across North America. Lemonade Day sparks the spirit of entrepreneurship and empowers youth to set goals, work hard, and achieve their dreams.

Events in Conjunction with Lemonade Day: • May 6th: Best Tasting Lemonade Contest, 10am, Scott Collegiate Academy • May 7th: Lemonade Day Galveston County • May 11th: Lemonade Day Galveston County “Spirit Night,” 5:30pm, Schlitterbahn

marble mantle clocks and often featured Chinese motifs.

In 1887, the growing firm expanded into a new 300 foot, 4-story structure. In 1913, the This month Rosenberg Library will exhibit company began producing pocket watches in an antique Ingraham Co. mantle clock from its addition to clocks. museum collection. The clock was a gift of the During the 1930’s, estate of Agness Peel Fox. wrist watches, electric clocks, alarm E. Ingraham & Company History In 1860, clockmaker Elias Ingraham (1805- clocks, and timers 1885) established the firm E. Ingraham & Co. in were added to its line Bristol, Connecticut. Between 1853 and 1873, of timepieces.

After more than a Ingraham was awarded 17 patents, all of which related to the designs of clock cases as opposed century of operation, E. Ingraham & Comto the design of the clock’s inner workings. pany closed in 1967.

A unique feature of Ingraham clocks were the figure-eight shaped cases. Early designs A Gift of Agness P. Fox were referred to as “Gothic” clocks. These had Galveston resrounded or pointed tops with “steeples” on idents Milo and either side of the dial. Later versions included Agness Fox were decorative elements such as columns and riplongtime supportpled molding. More elaborate clocks were ers of Rosenberg Library who provided funds to enhanced with paint, mother-of-pearl accents, establish and maintain a space in the library to or gilt columns in a Venetian or Grecian style. house its valuable collection of rare books.

Another signature design produced by The Treasure of the Month is located on the Ingraham were black mantle clocks, such as library’s second floor near the East Entrance. the one at Rosenberg Library. Ingraham’s son, It can be viewed during regular library hours, Edward, developed and received a patent for a 9am-6pm Monday-Saturday. For more informethod of applying black enamel paint to wood mation, please contact the Museum Office at clock cases. This technique, called “Japanning,” (409)763-8854 x 125 or visit us on the web at rosenberg-library-museum.org. produced an inexpensive imitation of French

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Mondays (5:30First Thursday of every 7pm)- Life Drawing month (4-7pm)- Wine Studio- Live models in the Bryan - Join pose for short “gesture” The Bryan Museum in drawings (or warmtheir beautiful botanical ups) at the beginning of gardens to relax and each session, followed enjoy time and converby increasingly longer poses of up to 90-minutes. Models may appear sation with friends, family, and Museum staff.

Wine, beer, and complimentary bar snacks will in costume, nude, or semi-clothed. Artists be served in the Sculpture Garden. For more are encouraged to bring their own materials info go to thebryanmuseum.org. and supplies (please, no photography). The spacious, well-lit studio is equipped with First Thursday of every month (7-10pm) eight standing easels - so feel free to bring - Open Acoustic Jam - This acoustic jam your paints - and 16 adjustable-angle drafting session is with several of the top local Island tables. The cost is $10 per session or purchase musicians, collaborating among artwork from an 8-session pass for $60. For more info go to local artisans. This is a free event to bring an galvestonartscenter.org. instrument too or just take it all in at From the HeART Gallery, 511 23rd St., downtown.

Every Wednesday (6-7pm) - Yoga in the Gallery - Enjoy yoga at the Galveston Arts Every Friday and Saturday (5-10pm) - Jazz Center located at 2127 Strand. The course Duo Reg and Cary - Listen to the sweet is taught by international yoga teacher and sounds of jazz at the Galvez Bar & Grill, 2024 author of “Yogi’s Roadmap: the Patanjali Yoga Seawall Blvd., where Reg Loudermilk can be Sutra as a Journey of Self Realization.” Each seen on stand-up bass alongside Cary Eaves at class is $10 at the door or purchase an 8-class the piano performing popular jazz standards. pass for $60 at texasyogaflow.com.

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Every Thursday (Menard Park at 28th and Seawall Blvd., 3-7pm) and Sundays Third Saturday of every month, May 20th (Downtown at 2508 Postoffice St., (10am-4pm)- Galveston Island Market October-May 9am-1pm) - Galveston’s Enjoy this arts and crafts market sponsored by Own Farmer’s Market brings locally grown the Galveston Art League. The market features produce, prepared foods, and edible farm handcrafted and handmade soaps and bath products to the community to Galveston. The items, yard art, jewelry, photography, pottery, fine art, aprons, baked goods, leather goods, market offers a huge variety as well as live plants, sea glass, and more. Galveston Island music and fun for the kids. Galveston’s Own Market is located at 22nd and Mechanic St. For Farmer’s Market has two locations. For more info call (832)819-1561 or go online to galves- more info go to galvestonislandmarket.com.

Hotel Galvez Events

custom waffle bar, and an awe-inspiring display of desserts as well as the choice of champagne or Friday-Sunday, May 5th-7th – Galveston Island mimosas. For reservations, please call (409)765Food & Wine Festival Getaway Package- Enjoy 7721 or book via OpenTable at www.opentable. a decadent weekend of food and wine paired com/galvez-bar-and-grill. with a perfect two-night stay at the Hotel Galvez May 10th, 11th, June 7th, 8th - Hotel Galvez & Spa. Arrive Friday and enjoy live jazz in Ghost Tour Dinner - Do you believe in ghosts?

Galvez Bar & Grill from 6-10pm. Saturday’s Hotel Galvez & Spa offers “Dinner with the Grand Tasting, the highlight of the festival, features a sampling of more than 100 wines and Ghosts” twice a month. During the tour, the specialty foods from local restaurants. This year, hotel’s concierge guides participants through the the Grand Tasting will be held at the Galveston ghostly past of the hotel followed by dinner in the Galvez Bar & Grill. Priced at $56 per person Island Convention Center. On Sunday, experi(inclusive of tax and server gratuity), the oneence one of the top 100 brunches in the US hour public ghost tour is only available as part during Sunday Brunch at Hotel Galvez. The weekend package includes two tickets to Satur- of the ghost dinner package. For reservations, please call (409)765-7721. Hotel Galvez and its day’s Grand Tasting, valet parking and Sunday champagne brunch for two at Hotel Galvez. For ghosts have been featured on “Ghost Lab” on the reservations, see Offers at www.hotelgalvez.com. Discovery Channel and “Ghost Stories” on The Travel Channel.

Sunday, May 7th - Sunday Brunch featuring Saturday, May 20th (3-6pm) - Kendra Gives Chef Lance Fegen as part of Galveston Food Back Trunk Show - Do some jewelry shop& Wine Festival - To celebrate the Galveston ping during our Kendra Scott Trunk Show Island Food & Wine Festival, Hotel Galvez & and benefit a charity at the same time. Hotel Spa, A Wyndham Grand® Hotel, is featuring Galvez is hosting a Kendra Scott Trunk Show special menu items created by Executive Chef Lance Fegen of Liberty Kitchen & Oyster Bar in with 20% of sales benefitting Galveston Urban Ministries. Galveston Urban Ministries is a faithHouston. Fegen, co-owner of BRC Gastropub, and Liberty Kitchen & Oyster Bar in Houston, is based organization that empowers Galveston’s an avid surfer and world traveler whose experi- poor through community development and support services. Sales staff will accept credit/ ences often transcend into the food he designs. debit cards only, no cash will be accepted. As an Hotel Galvez’s Sunday brunch weekly offerings include an assortment of breads, fruits, cheeses, added shopping incentive, guests who purchase Kendra Scott’s favorite cocktail, French 75, will salads, various entrees, a carving station, fresh seafood, pasta bar, made-to-order omelets, receive a 15% discount off their purchase.

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torical Foundation opens the doors to Galveston’s incredible architectural history through public tours of privately owned homes during its annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour held on May 6th, 7th, 13th, and 14th from 10am-6pm.

2017 Homes on Tour 1868 Charles and Susan Hurley House - 1328 Ball Homes Tour Cover House

Charles Hurley, commission merchant and former mayor of Galveston, owned this twostory Southern townhouse with Greek Revival features. Hurley and his family occupied the property until the late 1880’s. Heavily damaged during the 1900 storm, the house was rebuilt with an addition in 1910.

c1880 Alley House - 811 Broadway Galveston Historical Foundation relocated this vernacular two-room alley house from the 1100 block of Market St. to its current location in 2009. The side-gabled wood frame building represents a typical alley house prevalent in Galveston since the 1840’s. Saved from demolition by relocation, the City of Galveston designated the building a historic landmark in 2010.

1904 Bollinger House - 1601 Postoffice Grocery merchant Thomas Bollinger and his wife, Maggie, were the first residents of this twostory Victorian house. The couple rented the house for several years and then purchased the property in 1907. The building’s most prominent feature is a wrap-around double gallery porch that addresses its corner lot in Galveston’s historic East End neighborhood.

1905 James and Emma Davis House - 1915 Sealy James Jefferson Davis, former vice-president and general manager of the Galveston Wharves, commissioned Galveston architect George B. Stowe to design this two-story house with Colonial Revival influences for use as his family residence. Born and raised in Galveston, Stowe had one of the largest architectural offices in the state and was highly regarded as a leader in his profession.

1899 William and Ella Dugey House - 3007 Ave. P William Dugey commissioned this two-story side-hall Victorian townhouse that was completed in 1899 just before the 1900 storm. After substantial damage from the storm, he rebuilt it in 1901 and occupied it for a number of years.

The large two-over-two windows on the principal façade open to a double gallery porch that faces north. Dugey was a cotton screwman who worked on the wharves compressing bales of cotton onto ocean-going vessels.

1916 Hans and Marguerite Guldmann House 1715 35th St. Dallas architectural firm C. D. Hill & Company designed this 5,500 square foot brick house for businessman and former Danish Consul, Hans Guldmann. Sitting on more than one acre, the two-story residence features both Mission and Craftsman design elements including a tile roof, wide overhanging eaves revealing exposed rafter tails, and a double gallery

May 14th (9-10am) – Menard Mother’s Day Brunch and Tour Enjoy a hearty brunch, door prizes, music, and more in Menard Hall, located at 3302 Ave. O. Then take a tour of Galveston’s oldest residence, the 1838 Menard House. This Galveston Historic Homes Tour debut event will also include a ticket to the 43rd Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour. Reservations are $70 per person and reservations are required. Catered by Chef Mary Bass, runner-up on Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen,” guests will enjoy brunch in Menard Hall before touring the 1838 Menard House.

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1925 Joseph and Helen Swiff House - 1602 25th St. Russian immigrant Joseph Swiff commissioned Czechoslovakian architect Rudolph Mudrak to design this Mission-style house in 1925. The one-story hollow tile and brick building with a stucco finish contains ten rooms and nineteen closets, four of which were cedar lined. Swiff operated J. Swiff & Co., a cotton, bagging, and lumber business in Galveston.

He maintained ownership of the property until 1970.

1926 Harry and Harriet Wetmore House 1606 25th St. Galveston harbor pilot Captain Harry Wetmore contracted with Johnson Brothers Construction Company to erect this red-brick, twostory Colonial Revival house during the summer of 1926. The property is noted by a prominent front entry supported by slender columns and a side elevation porte-cochere leading to a rear two-story garage and servant’s quarters. Wetmore came to Galveston in 1913 as a captain for the Morgan Steamship Lines. He and his family maintained ownership of the property until 1965.

1915 Henry Hildebrand House - 3624 Ave. R ½ Rehabilitation in Progress, 1st Weekend Only Henry Hildebrand purchased this twostory kit house from the Aladdin House Company in 1915. The property’s original insurance record notes that “The Fairmont” house pattern arrived in Galveston by train “ready to nail together.” Donated to GHF in 2015, and featured during the 2016 Historic Homes Tour, the recently completed rehabilitation of the house is supported through GHF’s Revolving Fund.

The fund is a neighborhood revitalization initiative focused on rehabilitating vacant, endangered, and under-utilized historic buildings in Galveston.

1920 City National Bank Building - 2219 Market Rehabilitation in Progress, 2nd Weekend Only Chicago architects Weary & Alford designed this two-story Neoclassical stone building to house William L. Moody Jr.’s City National Bank. Renamed Moody National Bank in 1953, banking operations were conducted from the building until 1962. From 1976 until 2008 the building was used as a museum.

Home Tours Special Events Seats are limited at all special events with pricing, times, and reservations available at galvestonhistory.org.

May 5th (7-9pm) – 1916 Guldmann House Dinner Experience outdoor dining under the beautiful Galveston evening. Featuring a special tour of the property and a custom created dinner menu, guests will get a first-hand look at this home’s beauty. Tickets are$150 per person and include a homes tour ticket. The dinner will take place at the 1916 Hans and Marguerite Guldmann House, 1715 35th St. May 6th, 7th, and 13th (8am) – Bishop’s Breakfasts Kick off your Historic Homes Tour day with a specially created breakfast served at the

Special Attractions Gresham House dining room table. This new homes tour offering includes a complimentary post-breakfast audio tour of the 1892 Bishop’s Palace and a ticket for the homes tour. Advance registration is required. The breakfasts will be helmed by local chef Bailey Glover, cooking instructor at Kitchen Chick.

May 5th and 12th (7pm) – History on Tap Dinners Enjoy a specially created dinner, cooked by an award-winning chef, in a homes tour home.

Tour home owners will lead you on a special tour of the property while you enjoy a one-ofa-kind evening in historic Galveston. Featured homes will be the 1916 Guldmann House on May 5th, and the 1925 Swiff & 1926 Wetmore Homes on May 12th. Tickets are $150 per person and includes a homes tour ticket.

May 6th (5pm) – Hendley Happy Hour Enjoy a rare peek into the restoration of this iconic Galveston building with craft beer, wine, and light appetizers. Guests will be allowed onto the 3rd floor for an unparalleled view of The Strand. Tickets are $50.

May 7th and 14th (3pm) – 1979 Ortiz Penthouse Happy Hour & Tour Enjoy a custom cocktail and tour in the penthouse home of Frank and Blanche Ortiz.

This incredibly preserved residence was last renovated in 1979 and has been immaculately maintained with the Las Vegas style of the Ortiz’s. Tickets are $40.

May 12th (7-9pm) – 1925 Swiff House & 1926 Wetmore House Dinner Great food has graced these tables before, but never quite like this as Galveston Historical Foundation’s 43rd annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour offers select seats to a special Friday evening History on Tap dinner. Enjoy a specially created dinner, cooked by an award winning chef, in a homes tour home. Tour home owners will lead you on a special tour of the property while you enjoy a one-of-a-kind evening. Reservations are $150 and come with a complimentary homes tour ticket. Appetizers will be enjoyed with a private tour of the 1925 Swift House, 1602 25th St., before going next door to the 1926 Wetmore House for dinner and tour.

May 14th (5pm) – Tiny Homes Tour Visit a special selection of four tiny historic homes with food, beer, and wine pairings at each stop. Galveston’s history with commissary homes and other small houses is a special story, and guests will see firsthand how creative homeowners have adapted their homes. Tickets are $50.

Homes Tour Home Base Galveston Historical Foundation’s headquarters at the 1940 Sears Building will also serve as the home base for this year’s tour. Enjoy specialty food trucks, restrooms, craft beer, cold refreshments, and shaded tables for relaxing.

While you’re there, be sure to visit GHF’s Architectural Salvage Warehouse which will be open daily during Homes Tour, 11am-2pm.

Tickets & More Info

Tickets are available online at galvestonhistory.org, by calling (409)765-3405 or by visiting any of GHF’s retail locations.

More Galveston Historical Foundation Events Galveston Historical Foundation (GHF) offers many events that are open to the public. Tickets and reservations can be made online at galvestonhistory.org or by calling (409)763-1877.

Bishop’s Palace Tours The Bishop’s Palace (a.k.a. Gresham House) is a contributing building in the East End Historic District, a National Historic Landmark. Built of stone and steel for the railroad magnate Walter Gresham and his family, this famous house was designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier Victorian-era architect.

Bishop’s Palace is located at 1402 Broadway at Ave. J. • Available Daily (11am-5pm) - Bishop’s Palace Audio Tours - Powered by Acoustiguide, the Bishop’s Palace Audio Tour allows visitors to see historical images not seen by previous tours on a handheld, high-resolution screen. Tickets are $6-$11.

Other Events • May 13th and 27th (10-11am) - The Marine Biology Tour - The Marine Biology Tour provides participants with a hands-on opportunity to observe dolphins and other species in their natural habitat, trawl for and handle marine organisms, study plankton through microscopic lens, and explore Galveston Bay’s rich history. The tour is led by a marine biologist and lasts one and a half hours. Tickets are $20.

• May 22nd (8-10pm) – Main Sail Movie Night at Texas Seaport Museum - Join GHF’s Texas Seaport Museum for its next Main Sail Movie Night as “Muppet Treasure Island” is projected on one of the ship’s sails on the pier at Texas Seaport Museum, 2100 Harborside. Admission is free with RSVP. The movie will begin at sunset, approximately 8:30pm, and the public is encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets. Beer, refreshments, and popcorn will be available for purchase dockside.

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Saturday, July 29th (8pm) “Riders in the Sky - Salute to Roy Rogers” For more than 35 years, “Riders In The Sky” have been keepers of the flame passed on by the Sons of the Pioneers, Gene Autry and Roy Rogers, reviving and revitalizing the genre. And while remaining true to the integrity of Western music, they have themselves become modern-day icons by branding the Saturday, May 6th (8pm) - “ARTRAGEOUS” genre with their own legendary wacky humor and way-out WestArt & Music Go Wild! Experience the excitement of watchern wit, and all along encouraging buckaroos and buckarettes to ing a team of artists create giant paintings that spring to life at live life “The Cowboy Way!” In addition to being inducted into electric speed right before your eyes. Delight your senses with the Grand Ol’ Opry, Riders are in the Western Music Associathe spirit and action of amazing vocals, creative choreography, tion’s Hall of Fame, the Country Music Foundation’s Walkway of high-energy live music, and unforgettable audience interaction. and the Walk of Western Stars along with Gene, Roy, John ARTRAGEOUS is a show for the entire family and the journey of Stars, Wayne, and other cowboy legends. a lifetime.

Saturday, August 12th (8pm) - “Dixie’s Tupperware Party” Saturday, May 13th (8pm) NBC’s “The Today Show” exclaimed, “It’s not your Grandma’s “Arlo Guthrie Running Down the Tupperware Party” and with good reason. This hilarious one-perRoad” Tour son comedy has become one of the most successful off-Broadway The career of veteran singertours of the last decade. Dixie Longate, the fast-talking Tuppersongwriter Arlo Guthrie exploded ware Lady, packed up her catalogues, left her children in an Alain 1967 at the Newport Folk Festibama trailer park, and now travels across the US and around the val, when he performed his quirky world throwing good ol’ fashioned Tupperware Parties filled with protest song, “Alice’s Restaurant.” The song was credited with stories, heartfelt accounts of its importance to women, helping to foster a new generation’s commitment to social aware- hilarious giveaways, outrageous audience participation, and the most ness and activism. As a member of American folk music royalty, free assortment of Tupperware ever sold on a theater stage.

Guthrie relives those classic, inspirational songs and shares time- fabulous Who better to bring the joy of Tupperware to a mass audience less anecdotes from a life campaigning for social justice. This is than the gal, who since 2003, has been recognized yearly by sure to be a sell-out!

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Saturday, June 24th (2pm and 8pm) - “Clear to Partly Crazy” Saturday and Sunday, September 16th-17th (Saturday at 8pm and Announcing the premiere of Jaston Williams in his oneman show “Clear to Partly Crazy,” where he holds forth on sub- Sunday at 3pm) - Ronnie Milsap Farewell Tour With 40 #1 hits, 6 Grammy awards, and a dozen CMA jects all Texans understand: cheerleading, tornadoes, and certiawards including Entertainer of the Year and 4 turns at Male fiably insane blood relatives. Travel with him from grandstands to storm cellars to the occasional mental institution, laughing all Vocalist of the Year, Ronnie Milsap is a true legend. Not only has Ronnie Milsap been a consistent chart topper and true icon in the way! the industry, he is known for his highly entertaining live show.

Thursday, June 29th (7:30pm) - Vince Gill Ronnie’s humor is on display with fun stories from his time in One of the most popular and most the business, as well as a diverse mix of hits that showcase his recorded singers of the past quarter cenamazing musical talent. Ronnie’s connection to his audience is tury, superstar Vince Gill has become the unrivaled. A Ronnie Milsap show is a true event! Don’t miss this measure of excellence in country music. opportunity to see this amazing performer.

His vocal performances are spellbinding, 2017 Summer Season Subscription his songwriting emotionally powerful, and his guitar-playing world-class. Gill, With a premiere comedy, award-winning music artists, and along with his top-notch band will be even a Tupperware Party, there’s something for everyone! performing at Galveston’s Grand 1894 Opera House.

Select two or more of the Summer Season performances and Sunday, July 9th (3pm) - “Ezra Charles: The Story of Boogie Woogie” create your own mini-subscription package. Subscribers receive “Nobody doesn’t like boogie woogie!” is Ezra Charles’ jump- early notice of any added shows, next season’s offerings, and the first option to purchase tickets. ing-off point, as he weaves the history of this bouncing, jiving Please note: The performances of ARTRAGEOUS (May 6th) piano format. Peppering the dialogue with his own stories of personal interaction with the Masters, he performs many of the most and “Arlo Guthrie’s Running Down The Road Tour” (May 13th) famous standards of this genre as he explains the relationship may be included in your summer season subscription package.

The Grand 1894 Opera House is a premier entertainment showplace for acclaimed international stars, iconic American artists, and celebrated regional performers. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Grand 1894 Opera House is located at 2020 Postoffice St. in Galveston's historic Downtown Cultural Arts District.

Tickets are available by contacting The Grand's box office at (409)765-1894, (800)821-1894, or go to thegrand.com.

8th Annual Galveston Food & Wine Festival: Biggest Food & Wine Festival Yet

The 8th annual Galveston Island Food & Wine Festival returns with all your favorite events and new wines, May 5th-6th.

Last year’s event included wines from 25 vineyards, and this year the event expects to surpass those numbers.

With ticket prices ranging anywhere from $30 to $156, there is a package that fits any budget and enough wine selections to satisfy the most critical palate.

Festival Events

May 5th (6-8pm) - Premium Wine Tasting and Pairing - The Premium Wine Tasting and Pairing returns this year for the true gourmand. Guests will enjoy premium wines from vineyards around the world and decadent hors d’oeuvres along with exclusive art exhibits. This event will be held at the Galveston Island Convention Center, 5600 Seawall Blvd.

May 6th (1-5pm) - The Grand Tasting - The Grand Tasting is the highlight of the festival. Patrons will embark on a tasting trip through vineyards from all around the world, enjoying approxi-

TOUR OF THE MONTH

Galveston Tree Sculptures: History and Art Combined in a Self -Guided Tour

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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

mately 200 wines and a variety of food samplings from the Island’s top restaurants.

This event will be held at the Galveston Island Convention Center, 5600 Seawall Blvd.

May 6th (7:30am) Food & Wine Festival: 5k Champagne Run Lace up your kicks and raise your little finger, it’s time to toast the 2nd Annual Galveston Island Food & Wine Festival Champagne Run. This morning race takes runners along the beautiful Seawall of Galveston Island and across a finish line of tiny bubbles. Several levels of participation are available. Registration is open now.

A portion of the proceeds from the Galveston Island Food & Wine Festival benefits Galveston College Culinary Arts, Alvin Community College Culinary Arts & The Galveston County Resource, and Crisis Center.

For more info about ticket prices, packages, and events go to galvestonfoodandwinefestival.com.

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 free.

“Simply Beautiful! This is an absolutely amazing way to turn the devastation and damage of the hurricane in works of art.

Some are a little hard to find. Get the map.

They're worth the effort,” said Ed Green.

There are 35-40 sculptures across

the Island. You can stop by the Galveston Visitors Center located at 2328 Broadway in Ashton Villa for a complimentary Tree Sculptures brochure and map of all of the sculptures.

You can also download a map at galvestonislandguide.com/galveston-tree-sculptures.

Mother’s Day 2017:

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Mother’s Day is May 14th, and there’s no better place to spend it with your mom than on the Island! Treat your mom to something special this Mother’s Day in Galveston.

Mother’s Day Meals

Moody Gardens Treat your mom like the queen she is this year with delectable dining options at either the Garden Restaurant or the Moody Gardens Hotel Ballroom.

The buffet at the Garden Restaurant includes all of the favorites including soup du jour, a variety of chilled salads, everything from carved prime rib to roasted pork loin for entrees, and sides such as cranberry and almond jasmine rice, broccoli and cauliflower, herb roasted potatoes, and more. The Garden Restaurant buffet is $35.95 for adults, $23.95 for seniors, and $15.95 for children ages 5-12. Seating times are 11am-4pm. For reservations call (800)5824673 ext. 4238.

The Ballroom brunch buffet menu includes an assortment of breads including sticky buns, biscuits, corn muffins, and more. Main entrees include shrimp and crab fingers, salads, madeto-order omelets, waffles, grilled flatbread as well as roasted beef strip, slow smoked pork rack, chicken breast, and crab cakes just to name a few. This buffet is $55 for adults, $45 for seniors, and $27 for children ages 4-12. Seating times are 11am-2:30pm. For reservations call (409)683-4466.

Moody Gardens is located at 1 Hope Blvd., moodygardens.com/mothersday.

The San Luis Resort Celebrate Mother’s Day with a brunch and butterfly release at The San Luis Resort.

Enjoy a sumptuous buffet in a butterfly-decorated ballroom before releasing butterflies on the promenade lawn. Seating for the brunch happens every hour, 11am-2pm. Butterfly releases will be at 12:45pm and 1:45pm. The event is $65 for adults, $60 for seniors, and $30 for children ages 4-12. The San Luis Resort is located

May 27th (7pm) and May 28th (3pm) - Galveston Ballet Presents “Alice in Wonderland” - Galveston Ballet is the official ballet company of Galveston and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Their current programs include Classical Ballet Training, Grand 1894 Opera House Performances, Fine Arts Community at 5222 Seawall Blvd., sanluisresort.com or call Education, and Ballet Scholarships. Since 1986, (409)744-1500.

Galveston Ballet has offered instruction in clasHotel Galvez sical ballet. They produce both mixed repertory Celebrate Mother’s Day brunch at the Hisballet performances and full classical story toric Hotel Galvez presented by Executive Chef ballets. The Galveston Ballet will perform “Alice Bobby Ross and his culinary team. The brunch in Wonderland” at The Grand Opera House menu includes seafood gumbo and roasted located at 2020 Postoffice St., Galveston. For asparagus, smoked gouda soup, mini tacos, and more info go to galvestonballet.org. seafood ceviche. The spread also includes a salad and seafood station as well as a variety of entrees June 3rd including apple smoked bacon and sausage, eggs (10am-4:30pm) benedict, flounder, bacon wrapped pork tender- - AIA Sandcastle Competition loin, herb-roasted loin, pastas, made-to-order 2017 - This year omelets, a Belgium waffle station, slow roasted prime rib, glazed ham, cedar plank salmon, and more than 60 much more. Seating times for the buffet are every teams have their eyes and shovels hour, 10:30am-3:30pm. Tickets are $65 for adults, $59 for seniors, and $36 for children ages set on winning the prestigious Golden Bucket Award. The 6-11. Hotel Galvez is located at 2024 Seawall Blvd., (409)765-7721 or go to hotelgalvez.com. judging of the sculptures is rated on originality of concept, artistic execution, technical difficulty, Menard Brunch & Tour carving technique, and utilization of the site.

Enjoy a hearty brunch, door prizes, music, and free to bring a picnic lunch and come out more in Menard Hall, then take a tour of Galves- Feel to enjoy the sculptures. This event takes place ton’s oldest residence, the 1838 Menard House. on East Beach in Galveston. Parking is $15, cash This Galveston Historic Homes Tour debut only. For more info call (713)520-0155. event will begin at 9am and will also include May 29th-June 4th (10am - closing times vary: a ticket to the 43rd Annual Galveston Historic Homes Tour. The menu, prepared by Chef Mary 5pm to 8pm) - American Heroes Week at Schlitterbahn - Members of the Military, Police, Bass, runner-up on Food Network’s “Cutthroat Firefighters, and EMTs are admitted free during Kitchen,” will include a bourbon and brown this special week as a salute to the troops and sugar french toast bake, triple meat frittata, and homemade buttermilk biscuits. Reservations are public safety officers. Tickets for spouses and required, and tickets cost $70 per person. The dependent children are available for 50% off the 1838 Menard House is located at 1605 33rd St., gate price. On the day of your visit, simply show galvestonhistory.org. your military ID or proof of employment at the

park entrance to receive a complimentary wristband valid for admission on that day. At the same time, you may purchase tickets for your spouse and dependents for 50% off the prevailing gate price on the day of your visit. Military ID’s eligible for free tickets include: Active Duty, Retiree, Veteran, Reservist, and Department of Defense (DOD). For more info go to schlitterbahn.com.

June 11th (10am-8pm) - Viva La Bahn - Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston will have you dancing with the sounds of an incredible showcase featuring Latin Music Artists from across Texas. Event admission includes live music, all-day admission to Schlitterbahn, and more.

For more info go to schlitterbahn.com.

Family Days at Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum On the second Saturday of every month, 10am-3pm, the Ocean Star celebrates Family Day. Each Family Day focuses on a different theme that relates to the offshore industry. The information is presented at a student’s level. Children 18 years of age and younger are admitted free with a paying chaperone. The Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum is located at Pier 19. For more info call (409)7667827 or go to oceanstaroec.com.

Upcoming Family Days for 2017

May 13th - This Cycle Rocks - Discover how hydrocarbons are formed from the various processes within every layer of the Earth and how certain rocks tell geologists where to look for oil and natural gas. Moving through areas like the soil, volcanoes, and bodies of water, pretend you are a rock on your own special journey through the rock cycle. Create a comic strip of your rocky story, or learn about the ABC's of rocks and fossils.

June 10th - Off to the Races - Discover the importance of viscosity and its usefulness to the oil industry by being the judge of a special race between five different tubes of oil. Rank the results, and determine what it means for a tube to win the race.

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3418 Stella Mare, Galveston, TX 77554 www.stellamarervresort.com 409-632-7017 Stella Mare RV Resort is a distinguished destination for your stay in Galveston, and the perfect place to park for a weekend getaway or an extended stay, offering first-class facilities and accommodations close to Galveston's highlights.

Stella Mare RV Resort offers 195 concrete RV spaces that will accommodate an RV and two vehicles. They have 78 back-in sites, 100 extra-long pull through spaces, and 17 premier spaces that provide extra green space.

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Outdoors

Learn To Sail At Sea Star Base Galveston 5K’s & More Sea Star Base Galveston is calling all interested students, age May 6th - Food & Wine Festival: 5k Champagne Run - Lace up

14 and up, to join the Community Sailing Program that meets each Saturday, 2-4:30pm.

Sea Star Base Galveston, located at 7409 Broadway on Offatt's Bayou, is the premier sailing location for novice and experienced sailors. Regardless of experience, the Community Sailing Program offers the opportunity to learn new skills during regular practices and enjoy large keel boat outings. Licensed Captain Mike Janota, program director, encourages anyone who would like to learn how to sail, as well as those who would like to refine their skills, to become a Crew member.

Sailors are asked to meet on the breezeway every Saturday Family fun is taking on a new meaning this spring and sum- ready to sail. Boats provided by Sea Star Base Galveston include mer at Galveston’s East Beach with friendly competitions between FJ’s, Picos, Sonars, and a number of large boats to choose from.

The only skill required is the desire to learn to sail. Sailors are families.

Family Beach Challenges are free and will take place on May advised to bring sunscreen and hat and to dress appropriately.

Participants must be 14 years and older.

14th, June 18th, July 23rd, August 20th, and September 3rd Annual Crew (student) membership is $200 and benefits from 11am-5pm.

Families are invited to go head to head in a series of compe- include sailing, swimming pool, volleyball court, and kayaks.

Water safety equipment is provided. titions including giant Jenga, sack races, and more – all to win Sea Star Base Galveston is a high adventure marine and marisome fantastic prizes. These events are free to the public and time destination offering aquatic education programs that instill structured for groups of four people. The family with the most lifetime leadership, teamwork skills, and independence in body, points at the end of the day will receive a $500 gift card, plus mind, and spirit. Memberships are available and year-round protickets to Island attractions. grams include sailing, kayaking, and Boater’s Education Classes.

The events will consist of separate play stations around the beach where families can gain points and include the following: Upcoming events include Reach Sailing Camp and Meet a Mariner Day. • Fut Golf: 3 Holes, 2 families at the same time, 15 points to the For more info go to ssbgalveston.org, call (409)572-2560, or winner • Tug of War: 2 families at the same time, 3 rounds per game. The email mjanota@ssbgalveston.org. first family that wins two times will get the points, 30 points to the winner • Volleyball: One set of 15 points, 2 families at the same time, 25 points to the winner • Sack Race: 4 families at the same time, 2 team members run from Sea Star Base Galveston will offer Texas Boaters Educaeach side, 20 points to the winning team tion classes on Saturdays, May 13th and 27th, 8am–5pm and • Jenga: 2 families at the same time, first team to win get the includes a trip aboard the BaySmart Express for students ages 13 points, 5 points station and older, located at 7509 Broadway.

• Dominoes: 2 families at the same time, first team to win gets the The Texas Boaters Education class is required by Texas edupoints, 5 points station cation law for all those born after August 31st, 1993, who wish • Memory Card: 2 families at the same time, first team to win gets to operate personal watercraft, including sailing vessels, of more the points, 5 points station than 14 feet and any motor vessel with more than 15 horse• Castle Contest: 4 families at the same time, 20 minutes to build a power, and is approved by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Departcastle, 50 points to the winner ment. The course includes a final exam after which certifications The Family Beach Challenges will be held at Galveston’s East are awarded to passing students. Space is limited, registration is Beach. For complete rules and regulations and to register in required, and cost is $20 per person. advance, go to galvestonchallenge.com.

In partnership with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the hands-on class will focus on nautical terminology, safety equipment, rules of the road, legal and moral responsibilities, and other important marine topics. The class instructor is Captain Margaret Candler, Director of Programs, including BaySmart Express, maritime, outreach, and scouting, at Sea Star Base Galveston.

Sea Star Base Galveston, 7509 To register or to find more info go to ssbgalveston.org or call Broadway, is a high adventure (409)572-2560. marine and maritime destination offering Birding and Photography Kayak Excursions beginning May 26th and continuing through early fall. Excursions are Friday, May 26th and Saturday, July 24th and The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association (GCVA) is the largest 29th, 4-7pm and will continue through October. The fee is $35 outdoor volleyball association on the Gulf Coast and has been per person, and minors must be accompanied by an adult. rated the #1 outdoor volleyball organization by Outdoor VolleyExperienced guides will identify bird species and discuss ball USA. photography basics to ensure the best possible images are capThe GCVA features an array of high-flying scheduled tournatured as keepsakes on this exciting kayak adventure. The scements at Stewart Beach and East Beach, two of Galveston Island’s nic bayou and surrounding wetlands environment are abundant with rare and native birds, and kayakers are guaranteed they will premier beach parks. Don't miss out on the fun!

You do not have to be a GCVA member to participate. witness some of nature’s awesome residents. Excursion photos will be posted on Sea Star Base Galveston social media sites. Kay- Check-in at East Beach is at 8:30am with tournaments beginning promptly at 9am. For most tournaments, the first 100 playaks and safety gear provided. ers checking in at the beach will receive a free GCVA t-shirt. The Sea Star Base Galveston offers aquatic education programs entry fees are $25 per person, $50 per team. that instill lifetime leadership, teamwork skills, and indepenYou are playing on a REAL BEACH on the Gulf of Mexdence in body, mind, and spirit.

For more info go to ssbgalveston.org or call (409)572-2560. ico and are subject at all times to Mother Nature. The GCVA

Up for a Challenge?

Galveston to Host Family Beach Competitions

Sea Star Base Offers Boater’s Safety Class

Sea Star Base Offers Kayak Excursions for Birding & Photography

your kicks and raise your little finger, it’s time to toast the 2nd Annual Galveston Island Food & Wine Festival Champagne Run. This morning race takes runners along the beautiful Seawall of Galveston Island and across a finish line of tiny bubbles. Several levels of participation are available. For more info and to register go to galvestonfoodandwinefestival.com.

May 10th - Full Moon Labyrinth Walk - You are invited to participate in a Full Moon Labyrinth Walk; the event is free and open to the public. The walk will begin approximately 1-2 hours after sunset. To access the beach labyrinth, use the seawall steps located at 17th and Seawall Blvd. For more info go to thespiritspace.com.

May 13th - Run Wild 2017 - Run WILD with the Yagas Childrens Fund Inc. along the Galveston Seawall. This family-friendly walk/ run is a noncompetitive event for Wild Things of all ages before they head down to Pier 21 for some delicious Wild Game. The entry fee includes a t-shirt, a souvenir event koozie and cup, and a dinner ticket for the 21st Annual World Wild Game Championship and BBQ Cook-off. By participating you will help support the moral, psychological, intellectual, vocational, and physical development of Galveston County’s Children. The event begins with check-in at Beerfoot Brewery located at 2816 Ave. R ½ at 7am. For more info and to register go to active.com/galveston-tx.

June 17th, July 15th, and August 19th - Summer 2017 Swim & Sprint - Summer in Texas gets hot! Cool off with this fun series in Galveston! Keep track of your progress throughout the summer, and have some fun. The cost is $20 per race, or save money and get swag when you register for multiple races or the whole series together. The Swim & Sprint is a 300-yard pool swim and one-mile run, chip-timed. The series also offers open swims, clinics, gear, and fun. The event takes place the third Saturday of each month during the summer and starts at 8am at 200 Seawolf Pkwy. For more info and to register go to ftrracemanagement.com/ summer-swim-sprint.html.

October 14th - 2017 Bay Area/Galveston Walk to End Alzheimer’s - Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to reclaim the future for millions. The walk will take place 8am-12 noon at Stewart Beach Park, 201 Seawall Blvd. For more info and to register go to act.alz.org. Register now for discounts and lots of swag!

December 17th - Santa Hustle Half Marathon and 5k - See Galveston unlike ever before as thousands of Santas race along the streets and the oceanfront path. Jingle all the way through the course with candy and cookies, festive music, creative Christmas images, and so much more, it is all designed to get you in the perfect holiday mood. It is bound to be a Christmas tradition you do with your family and friends year after year. All participants receive a hat and beard. Registration opens June 1st. For more info go to santahustle.com/galveston.

at (832)928-4120 is updated by 5am Tournament Day, and earlier if possible.

Gulf Coast Volleyball Association Plays Balll Recorder For more info and to register for any of the tournaments go to gcva.net.

• May 13th – Bring Your Mom to the Beach Day • May 20th – Galveston Grand Prix • May 27th – Memorial Madness Tournament • June 4th – Spalding’s School’s Out Beach Party • June 10th – Texas/Gulf Coast Qualifier • June 17th – ESPN 97.5 & Yahoo Sports Radio 1560 Super Fun Sunfest • July 8th - Red, White, ‘N Volleyball • July 15th – USAV Junior Beach Tour: Texas Grand Prix • July 22nd – University of Houston Cougar Beach Bash • August 13th - Hot as Hell Classic • September 3rd - GCVA Labor Day Classic • September 24th - GCVA Season Closer

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Books

Great Books for Mom

By Gini Rainey

“The Secret Wife”

by Gill Paul If you are a fan of Russian history and unrequited love, this book has your name all over it.

“The Secret Wife” is a captivating romance between cavalry officer Dmitri Malama and Grand Duchess Tatiana, the second daughter of Russia’s last tsar, who first met in 1914. It also tells the story of Dmitri’s great-granddaughter, Kitty, who inherits his cabin in up-state New York and travels there from England to escape her cheating husband.

Moving back and forth between Dmitri and Tatiana’s romance in revolutionary Russia and Kitty’s life as she attempts to restore the cabin and perhaps her marriage, this wonderfully researched novel gives an insight into the life and times of Russia in the early 20th century.

Using her incredible and imaginative writing

skills, Paul weaves a history for truly believable characters because Tatiana and Demetri actually did exist, and perhaps Tatiana was not murdered along with the others of the Romanov family. The historical facts were so masterfully written right up to the murders that you are left with a sense of what might have been, if…

“The Secret Wife” was beautifully and skillfully written and is one of the best historical books novels around. The characters are complex and the research was diligent and gives insight to the disappearance of the Romanov family. It is definitely worthy of a read.

Rating: 5 of 5 – Copyright 2016, Avon “If I’m Found” by Terri Blackstock Continuing the story of Casey Cox who is on the run because of a murder she didn’t commit and told from three points of view, this was a real page turner for me. Escaping her hideout in Shady Grove, Alabama, and heading west, Casey takes on a new identity and stays under the radar of smarmy and on-the-take cops who murdered her father. Finally finding someone she can trust, Casey begins to work with Dylan Roberts (a private investigator who

Rosenberg Library Events Rosenberg Library is located at 2310 Sealy St., Galveston. For

was hired to find her) to uncover the graft in the Shreveport, LA police force.

This book covers everything from PTSD, child abuse, bad cops, false accusations, leaving on the lam all the way to a hint of romance and discovering God is in your corner. With great character development, a fast pace, and a whole lot of intrigue, this was one book I could not put down.

This book came to me for review from the publisher and when I received it, I found it was the second in the Casey Cox series.

I was a bit concerned that it might be difficult to pick up where the first book left off, but that was not the case. With the three main characters telling the backstory from each of their points of view, it didn’t take long for me to figure out the players and where they had come from.

And, wouldn’t you know it? There was a major non-ending to this book! Am I going to read the next one in the series? Pretty darn sure I am. I think I’m also going to connect with the first one. I recommend that if you like a fastpaced, hard-to-put-down book, this is definitely one you really need to read.

Rating: 5 of 5 – Copyright 2017, Zondervan “A Lifetime of Coincidents” by Jack Tep What can I say? I love being contacted by publishers/agents to review books because it provides an opportunity for me to read something outside my normal genre and helps give their writers’ efforts a boost. This book might be an exception. Written by retired Jack Tep, this book is, in theory, about how his life experiences connect to greater events in history.

graders.

June 1st (5:30-7:30pm) - Palm Beach Kick-off Party - There is free admittance to Moody Gardens Palm Beach for Summer Reading more info call (409)763-8854, rosenberg-library.org. All events Club members who wear their SRC t-shirt and their families. Wear are free. your swimsuit. There is a Hamburger Meal Deal available for $6.75.

Events June 2nd (2:30-3:30pm) - Magic Show with James Austin BannerThis is a family-friendly magic show featuring special guest magician Every Saturday through May 13th (10-10:30am) - Saturday Stories- What better way to start your Saturday? Listen to a story or James Austin Banner. two in the Children’s Department.

Every Monday June 5th-August 7th (11am-12 noon) - Paws to Every Monday through August 21st (5-7pm) - Chess Night - Enjoy Read – Practice your reading skills with therapy dog Cory. a game of chess with other players of all ages.

June 7th (10-10:30am and 7-7:30pm) - Three Little Pigs Storytime May 4th (6-7pm) - Paws to Read – Read a story aloud to Oliver – a - A fun, engaging program featuring storytelling, music, movement, and puppets planned to promote early literacy development and to favorite book-loving therapy dog. encourage one-on-one interaction. Come early to get a good seat.

May 22nd - Summer Reading Club Begins- Register for Summer Every Thursday June 4th-July 27th (6-7pm) - Paws to Read – Read Reading Club. For infants-7th graders. Earn free prizes by reading a story aloud to Oliver – a favorite book-loving therapy dog. and listening to books plus receive a free t-shirt.

June 9th (2:30-5:30pm) - Drop-In Lego Brickyard - Drop-in May 25th (7-7:30pm) - Family Fun Night: Birthday Fun - Enjoy anytime for Lego free play and get some amazing tips from Lego storytelling magic for the whole family. enthusiast, Christi Moffitt.

May 30th (10-10:30am) - Up Close and Personal with Rose the Skink - Ever wonder what Rose’s favorite snack is? Get up close and June 17th (2:30-3:30pm) - Magic of the Drum with Curt Gillins Drum expert Curt Gillins leads a drum circle. Get ready to dance! personal with Rose the blue-tongued skink.

May 30th (6:30-8:30pm) - Good Reads - Discover your new favorite June 23rd (10-11am and 2:30-3:30pm) - Story Fair: Dinosaur George - Learn about these amazing creatures of the past with dino book. Join the Library for snacks and fun activities as you explore expert Dinosaur George. the Texas Bluebonnet Books and other great reads. For 3rd-7th

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Most of this book’s content is made up of very short, random observations that are thinly and remotely tied to events or people that Mr. Tep feels share a connection to him or events in his personal life.

Unfortunately, his rambling efforts tend to support the theory that you can obtain connectivity to something by working backwards from the facts.

The irrelevancy of so many of the historical observations in relation to Mr. Teps’ experiences is evident in this short bit: “On my way home from work, I would often stop at the corner 7-Eleven and buy some candy for the kids. A short time later, Sammy Davis Jr. had a big hit, quite possibly the biggest of his long career, with ‘Candy Man.’” I’m not saying that his writings aren’t worthwhile. I’m just saying that perhaps the contents of this book would be better shared with Mr. Tep’s friends. I admire the courage of his convictions in that he took the time to write this down and have this book published.

Rating: 2 of 5 – Copyright 2016, Xlibris

June 27th (2:30-4:30pm) - Drop-In Hula Hooping - Stop by anytime and hula hoop your way to fun!

June 28th (10-10:30am and 7-7:30pm) - Water and Paint Play at the Pavilion - Wear a bathing suit or other clothing that you can get wet and cool off while we paint outside.

June 29th (10am-12 noon) - Architecture Scavenger HuntExplore the architecture of Galveston on this bus tour of the East End of the Island.

This will be a fun and unique tour of the island! Registration is required in advance. For children 3rd-7th grade only.

Registration is limited.

Galveston Bookshop Book Signings Galveston Bookshop is located at 317 23rd St., Galveston. For more info on these and other

events call (409)750-8200 or go to galvestonbookshop.com.

Saturday, May 13th (2-4pm) - “Points of Light: The Art of Being Human”

by Harold C. Raley Harold Raley tackles a diverse range of philosophical topics in his latest collection of essays “Points of Light.” Raley's trademark wit and brevity have earned him a loyal following as a columnist for the Galveston County Daily News. This collection of many of his newspaper articles offers up musings on everything from literary criticism, to early medicine on the Texas Frontier.

Novelist and short story writer, linguist, philosopher, and professor, Harold C. Raley holds degrees (BA, MA, PhD) in English, Foreign Languages, Humanities, and Philosophy. Named Distinguished Professor, he has taught languages, literature, and philosophy in American and foreign universities. His publications include fourteen books of fiction, history, language, and philosophy, and approximately 150 articles and essays on wide-ranging topics in professional journals and newspapers.

Saturday, May 20th (2-4pm) - “Not Quite Home: A Soldier’s Search for Belonging” by James B. Morgan There is a brotherhood, formed in the crucible of battle, which brooks no other path to membership. Created in the incapacitating fear of incoming fire that no training can ever simulate, those fraternal bonds are stronger than the blood that is shed to form them.

James B. Morgan spent twenty-four years in service to his country, and his memoir examines being a soldier in a way that goes beyond life on the battlefield and peers into the souls of combat brotherhood. Morgan studies the mind of his soldiers using his own experiences as the thread that ties the narrative together. From feeling obligated to volunteer for deployment, to wondering about the families mourning the losses he caused, Morgan speaks plainly about why so many soldiers struggle to belong.

James B. Morgan joined the Army as an enlisted soldier and retired twenty-four years later as a Lieutenant Colonel. He is blessed with excessive idealism, a strong sense of duty, and an overwhelming need to write.

Book Signings for “Galveston Seawall Chronicles” byKimber Kimber Fountain Fountain has just released a new

Council. Occasionally, Kimber can also be seen on stage at the Island East-End Theatre Company in downtown Galveston.

Book signings and release parties will take place: • May 13th (6-9pm) “Galveston Seawall Chronicles” Book Signing & Release Party, The Proletariat, 2221 Market Street. Light appetizers, complimentary drinks, and books for purchase will be available.

• May 20th (3-4pm) - Galveston Island Beach Revue Book Signing will take place at the Merchandise Tent on Beach Central 21st & Seawall.

• May 27th (1-5pm) - Gracie's, 2228 Strand St. • June 3rd (2-5pm) - Rosenberg Library Book signing will take place with a brief lecture and Q&A session beginning at 3pm. Rosenberg Library is located at 2310 Sealy Street. Books will be available for purchase and all proceeds will be donated to the Galveston & Texas History Center. This will take place in the Fox Room on the 3rd floor.

• June 17th (2-4pm) - The Admiralty, 2221 Strand St. • July 15th (3-5pm) - Galveston Bookshop, 317 23rd St. All book signings are free to attend and books will be available for signing and purchasing.

Book Signings for “Guidebook to Angel Talk” and “Angel Talk”

by Cathy Catching

author relays some of her own personal stories of angelic interaction. As she shares these captivating stories, you may very well be able to see the divine synchronicity in your own life.

“Angel Talk” is a fascinating true story about one woman’s astonishing interactions with heavenly beings and her extraordinary recovery from an incurable and debilitating disorder. In addition to her own miracle, the author also shares how several other family members have been divinely touched and experienced their own mysterious healings. “Angel Talk” conveys more than just a personal story of healing; it is packed full of valuable life lessons and heavenly messages that are intricately woven within the text.

Cathy Catching also does angel readings and teaches others how communication can provide emotional, physical, and spiritual healing.

Both books can be purchased and signed at Mysticatz, 2021 Strand #1, Galveston or online at Amazon and Barnes & Noble. For more info call (409)740-1565, go to cathycatching.com, or facebook.com/ccatching.

book, “Galveston Seawall Chronicles” from The History Press and will be hosting several book signings and release parties this month.

Along Galveston’s Gulf Coast runs a seventeen-foot-high, ten-mile-long protective barrier - a response to the nation’s all-time deadliest natural disaster. The seawall remains a stoic protector more than a century later, shielding the island from much more than physical destruction. As the foundation of Seawall Boulevard, this structure created an entirely new tourism industry that buoyed the city’s economy through war, the Great Depression, and hurricanes. Adapting to the cultural trends and political movements that defined the past century, the seawall represents the unbreakable spirit of Galveston’s resilient population and provides a fascinating glimpse into bygone times.

Kimber Fountain grew up on the Texas Gulf Coast and was a frequent visitor to Galveston as a child and teen. After receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre and Dance from the University of Texas at Austin, she spent many years in Chicago before returning to Texas and making her present home on the island. Kimber has spent the past five years intently studying Galveston history within her work as a writer for several local publications and through her former position as an historical tour guide. She is currently the editor-in-chief and feature writer of “Galveston Monthly” magazine and serves as chairperson of the Arts and Historic Preservation Advisory Board to the Galveston City

Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 12 noon-5pm “Guidebook to Angel Talk” is a remarkably detailed handbook on how to communicate with angels and other divine beings. Learn the basics about angels, how they interact with us, and how to unlock your own divine connection.

Through this connection, you can have personal conversations with your own guardian angel, the Archangels, departed loved ones, or any other heavenly being. Your angels want you to understand about their unconditional love and are eager for you to talk with them. They want you to enjoy your life and will show you exactly how to do so.

“Guidebook to Angel Talk” also offers readers a glimpse into the life of a clairaudient as the

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The Arts

Galveston Arts Center GAC Conversations @ The Announces New, Expanded Center Finalizes the Season Galveston Arts (GAC) is Summer Art Programs for Youth Center offering its last in The Galveston Arts Center (GAC) announces the 2017 “Summer Art” program for kids beginning Friday, June 9th. Taught by a team of university-trained artists and licensed art teachers, the program schedule covers an impressive array of visual art topics including drawing, painting, printmaking, photography/ film, textiles, bookmaking, portraits, comics, ceramics, and several kinds of sculpture.

Friday morning classes run every week through August 12th (ten weeks) and are offered for ages 5-8 from 9-10am ($15 per class,) and ages 9-12 from 10:30am-12 noon ($20 per class.) Whole-summer packages are available at a discount (10 classes for the price of 8). All materials are included.

Based on last year’s success, GAC will also offer several five-day Art Camps for $150 (all materials included.)

9-14 year olds can take Stop-motion Film camp from June 19th-23rd, and Pop-up Book camp from July 10th-14th.

7-14 years olds can take Sculpture camp from June 26th-30th and Ceramics camp from July 17th-21st.

Art Camps are team-taught and designed to be like mini-courses, allowing students to delve more deeply into a specific project over five afternoons. All camps are Monday-Friday 1-4pm.

All classes and camps are held at the Galveston Arts Center's recently remodeled, ADA-accessible facility on the corner of Strand and 22nd Street. The spacious studio/classroom is a bright, beautiful space with high ceilings and plenty of natural light, outfitted with all the requisite equipment and supplies.

Unique among summer art programs in Galveston, “Summer Art” students have the benefit of GAC’s three on-site galleries showcasing rotating exhibitions by contemporary artists. Exposure to professional work being made today places the students’ summer art-making experience within the context of the broader art world and provides a tangible source of inspiration, making Galveston Arts Center a smart choice of setting for any young artists’ creative pursuits.

The complete, detailed schedule for classes and camps along with online registration can be found at www.galvestonartscenter.org. Parents can also register by phone or in-person at GAC. Pre-registration is required.

YouA one-week Could Be A Star! theatre camp presented by Mis-

soula Children’s Theatre actors/directors and staff will take place at The Grand.

The camp culminates with a performance of “Peter And Wendy.” The camp will be held Monday,-Friday, July 24th-28th, 12:30-5:30pm daily. This is open to students ages 7-16 and the cost is $245 per student.

If your children love to perform for family and friends – this is the camp for them! Led by actors/directors from Missoula Children’s Theatre as well as The Grand’s camp staff, camp will consist of daily rehearsals and direction on acting, singing and technical theatre, as well as theatre crafts and performance instruction.

Summer Theatre Camp will culminate in a full performance of “Peter And Wendy,” on Friday, July 28th at 6pm on The Grand’s stage.

Campers must commit to attending all camp sessions and participating in the final performance on Friday evening.

Students must be between the ages of 7-16

by July 15th.

Camp size is limited and reservation and first deposit must be made by May 1st.

Payment may be made in two installments: First installment of $125 is a non-refundable Galveston College will be offering a new ver- deposit and must be received by May 2nd. Secsion of its Kid’s College programs this summer. ond payment is $120 and must be received by July 1st. An Early Bird registration fee of $235 Courses for students ages 8 through 14 is available if registration is submitted with full include Minecraft Designers, App Attack, payment by May 1st.

Design Your Own 3D Video Game, Private To register, go to www.thegrand.com/ Lessons in Guitar and Ukulele, and Cupcake summer-theatre-camp.

Crazies.

Minecraft Designers, App Attack and Design The Missoula Children’s Theatre The Missoula Children’s Theatre is a nonYour Own 3D Video Game courses are offered profit organization based in Missoula, Montana. in June and July at a cost of $129 each.

This coming year more than 65,000 cast Guitar and Ukulele Instruction begins May 19th and runs through August 10th at a cost of members across the globe will take to the stage to the delight and applause of their families, $99.

Cupcake Crazies is offered in June and July friends, community, neighbors and teachers!

The summer camp residency in Galveston at a cost of $99. is made possible by The Grand 1894 Opera For full details and to register for these classes call (409)944-1344 or go to CE@gc.edu. House.

Just for Kids Camps

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the “Conversations @ The Center” series May 25th at 6:30pm. It will be Houstonbased artists, Adela Andea and Pablo Gimenez-Zapiola.

This year’s theme has been “Intersections: Art, Science and Technology” and consisted of five monthly presentations given by eight professionals.

Each lecture was held at GAC and admission is always free.“Conversations @ The Center” is an informal lecture series that provides insight into the artistic process and engages audiences in dialogue about visual art. The series featured artists and other arts professionals who spoke about their work and discussed timely issues in contemporary art.

The Galveston Arts Center is located at 2127 Strand St., Downtown Galveston. The Arts Center is open to the public Tuesday-Saturday 11am-5pm, and Sunday 12 noon-5pm.

Admission is free at all times. For more info go to galvestonartscenter.org.

Events

Mommy/Child Sensory Art Class is every first Sunday of the month (next class is May 7th); Affaire d’Art (2227 Postoffice St., Suite B, (409)789- cost is $20 per class, all art supplies, snacks, and 0079, affairedart.com) drinks are included.

New art will be on view showcasing works G. Lee Gallery (2215 Postoffice St., (409)370-7350, from featured artists Veronica Dyer, Regina Lee, gleegallery.net) and Howard Hackney. The guest artist is Ania G. Lee Gallery resident artist George DougMantooth-Kalinina. This exhibit will be on view las Lee continues his new show “Flamboyant.”

April 22nd-May 22nd.

GalvestoAlso, Affaire’s juried show “#galveston” nian artist encourages entries from artists about anything and jewand everything Galveston. What comes to mind eler, Georwhen you think of Galveston? What do you gia Stathalove about this island? Is it the beaches, wildlife, kos Leisey, community, neighborhoods, history, or architec- has invited ture. What else comes to mind when you think artists from about Galveston? The “#galveston” theme will the greater be left to the artist's interpretation. Artists may Houston area to participate in the First Annual enter up to four works of two-dimensional art Red Thread Art Connection. Artists have crein dry or wet mediums. The deadline to apply is ated works in painting, photography, sculpture, May 8th. All entries must be submitted via email and jewelry around the theme Red Thread. Red to affairedartcurator@yahoo.com.

Thread is an ancient, beautiful story about our The Artists’ Studio (1902 Avenue N, (512)217-1994, invisible and undeniable connections. Proceeds galvestonstudio.com) from artwork sales will be donated to Yongxiu The Artists’ Studio will be showing the Social Welfare Institute in Jiangxi Province, paintings of acclaimed local artist Elizabeth China. Ms. Leisey has a personal, family connecAllensworth George, whose paintings have been tion with Yongxiu Social Welfare Institute. Meet exhibited in Texas and Wyoming, as well as the Georgia and hear her story. Also available oils finely crafted woodwork creations of artisan

by Bob Guicheret and silk fabric art by Heather Julie Kuckock. They also have small gifts and Schiappa. prints as well as fine estate silver and silverplate Galveston Arts available. The studio is also a formal gallery that Center (2127 is open to the public 11am-4pm, Thursday-Sat- Strand St., urday and by appointment.

(409)763-2403,

Arts on Mechanic (2309 Mechanic, (409)392-0851) Located just across the street from The Tremont House, Arts on Mechanic showcases a variety of works from local, regional, and nationally known artists.

ArtWalk ArtWalk will be held throughout town, ranging in time from 4-10pm. This event is mostly held in the heart of the downtown historic district, and now other parts of the Island.

ArtWalk is a free event that takes place in existing commercial galleries, non-profit art spaces, and what are called “other walls,” restaurants, and retail stores. For a brochure listing all participants, stop by the Galveston Arts Center located at 2127 Strand St. or go to galvestonartscenter. org. All events are free, and there are several Preview Parties on Friday evenings at the galleries.

Various artworks will be for sale. 2017 dates are June 3rd, July 15th, August 26th, October 14th, and November 25th.

Beta Gallery (2328 Strand, Ste. 206, (409)370-3707, galveston.com/beta-gallery) Beta Gallery features fine art by Mary K Farragher, Chalda Maloff, Jussi Tinnemyer, Jan Arthur Harrell, Ed Drozdik and Jeffery Piper.

From the HeART Gallery (511 23rd St., (409)3003009, fromtheheart.gallery) Well known, internationally renowned artist Richard Williams is now at From the HeART Gallery as well as internationally-known comiccon artist Jessica Von Braun. Children's Art Classes are held every Friday 3-5pm and 5-7pm and Saturday 3-5pm. These classes are for ages 6-14; $20 per class, all art supplies, snacks, and drinks included. Acoustic Jam and Vegan Pot Luck Dinner is held every first Thursday of the month with the next event being May 4th.

galvestonartscenter.org) In the downstairs main gallery, “Gardens and Graveyards” is a multimedia installation by Austin-based Jules Buck Jones and his collective Animal Facts Club.

In the upstairs 1878 Gallery, Calder Kamin creates sculptures of animals made from plastic bags in an effort to call attention the proliferation of this material in our environment for the exhibition “Plastic Planet.” The exhibition includes hands-on activities and workshops in Kamin’s “NeoCortex Classroom,” providing visitors an opportunity to better understand problems facing our planet. In the Brown Foundation Gallery, Fort Worth-based multidisciplinary artist James Talambas presents a sound installation titled “2,524 Earthquakes This Past Year,” referencing seismic activity in Oklahoma and North Texas. These exhibitions will remain on view through May 28th.

Every month on the 2nd Friday: Open Studio Night - The GAC education department's version of an open house: Open Studio Night is an unstructured creative and social time with friends, supplies, refreshments, and sometimes, live music.

Galveston Art League (2117A Postoffice St., (409)621-1008, galvestonartleague.com) The Annual Spring Juried Show is on exhibit through Sunday, May 28th. Unlike the membership shows that are held nine times a year, the juried shows feature works of artists from throughout the area, both Art League members and non-members. Awards are given in five categories: works

on canvas or panel, works on paper, photography, wall-hung mixed media such as collages or fiber art, and three-dimensional free-standing works such as sculpture, pottery, or assemblage.

In addition, one piece receives an award as Best in Show. The judge for the show was Liz Hill, a contemporary collage and mixed media artist and teacher. She began studying at the Los Angeles Art Center School at the age of 17 and has continued to study and train throughout her life.

Galveston Artist Residency (2521 Ships Mechanic Row, (409)974-4446, galvestonartistresidency.org) “The Reflection in the Sword of Holofernes” features Mequitta Ahuja, Angela Dufresne, Hannah Rose Dumes, Dana Frankfort, Iva Gueorguieva, Kelly Klaasmeyer, Melinda Laszczynski, Tiffany Livingston, Dona Nelson, Gael Stack, Kelli Vance, and Hilary Wilder on view through May 13th.

Heard Gallery (2217 Postoffice St., (903)357-9073, theheardgallery.com) The Heard Gallery showcases paintings on a vast variety of local subjects. Customers can order masterpieces from their vacation photos, a simple sketch, or just an idea, or they can choose from one of a plethora of alreadyproduced works at the gallery that include abstracts, old master renditions, mosaic impressionism, realism, and a few other creative art styles and genres. Along with many Galveston landmark prints, 4x4 Italian marble coasters for the smaller nooks in your home are available.

MiArt (1327 Market St., (409)692-7833, galveston. com/miartgallery) MiArt is merely a few steps away from the houses that gallery owner Michele Grindberg colorfully paints and the whimsical clay creations of Mary Ann Hasty. The gallery also features a wide selection of one-of-a-kind jewelry handcrafted by several local artisans and the chance to indulge in 100% natural, handmade soaps.

The Proletariat Gallery (2221 Market St., (409)3569092, proletariatgallery.com) The Proletariat Gallery and Public House is a collaborative exhibition space and local hangout dedicated to enhancing the arts in Galveston, Texas.

Q2 Gallery (2209 Postoffice St., Downtown Galveston, (409)256-0762) Joey Quiroga is known for his energy as well as his photography! He has now added original paintings to his line, as well as pillows, coasters and pens with his photography beautifully printed. As one of our Galveston “BOI,” (born on the island) favorites, Joey is always ready to talk with his visitors, explain how he takes his photographs and share experiences with other photographers. Drop in for a visit and view his photography, painted photography and original paintings. This gallery is small and very unique in it’s offerings.

René Wiley Gallery (2128 Postoffice St., (409)7509077, renewileyart.com) The René Wiley Gallery's newest exhibition, “Almost Summer,” is a show filled with bright beach paintings, featuring

umbrellas, beach chairs and families under the island sun. Previous works include cityscapes and rooftop views of Galveston Island by René Wiley and her daughter Rachel Wiley-Janota.

Beautiful new tree sculptures from James Phillips and intricate wooden bowls by Dale Hooks, as well as new hand dyed fabric mosaics by Brenda Bunten-Schloesser and colorful glass sculptures by Bill Meek.

The Strand Gallery (2418 Strand St., (409)220-1777) Strand Gallery is constantly changing, stop in often and check it out. Joey Quiroga has expanded his creativity from photography to now include abstract paintings on exhibit. Also, MKK - Mary Kay Kramer, an attorney from Colorado Springs, CO., will exhibit her watercolors.

She began her venture into art as a potter and added watercolor to her repertoire. Her paintings are filled with variety, interest and of course, color. Come by and meet her and see her eclectic work. Mitch D’arte, an educator and most interesting painter, paints from the heart, and it shows in her paintings. All are of a religious nature, significant to her Latina culture. A loss of her mother brought her into this medium as way to cope, actions to which we can all relate.

Her exhibit begins May 20th with a champagne opening. Rose West, a resident gallery artist, has ventured into the coastal scene of birds and beaches with her realistic paintings. Come see the small, detail work she’s done on seashells, as well as bottles and trays. Caitlyn Toney, the resident local jewelry-maker, has a variety of sea glass earrings, necklaces and bracelets, each one different. Victoria Harris Tebo, a resident gallery artist, not only has her nature photography available, but also her Island Blends Creations, grapefruit, lemongrass and lavender sugar scrubs and body balms, all natural, made by hand.

Third Coast Gallery (2413 Mechanic, (409)974-4661 or (281)900-0444, thirdcoastgalleries.com) In addition to the resident exhibits from local talents Ed Gearke and Jack Morris, Third Coast Gallery is proud to welcome another one of Galveston’s true artists, Mark Nesmith. Mark is a modern American painter and musician who resides in Port Arthur, Texas. He teaches art in the Port Neches-Groves ISD and previously taught art and music in the Dallas ISD and the Goose Creek CISD. He has written about art for “Ezine Articles” and “Empty Easel,” and authors the blog “Paint Daily Texas.” Mark is a member of the Artists of Texas and Contemporary Fine Artists International.

Tony Wynn Modern Art Gallery (1601 Tremont, 23rd @ N1/2, (409)974-7079, tonywynn.com) Galveston Island Native Tony Wynn exhibits his various portfolios of original artwork from his shows in Miami, Berlin, Helsinki, and New York. His gallery is back open showcasing a nice variety of styles, sizes, and kinds of artwork.

Tyler Studio (1201 Postoffice St., (409)771-8371, tylerstudio.org) The featured artist this month is Galveston favorite Susan Tyler.

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Music

Brandon McDermott Band: Keeping It “Texas County” Real

Galveston favorite, Brandon McDermott Band will be playing around the island in the next few months. If you haven’t had the chance to hear them, this is a Red Dirt-kinda night that you will enjoy.

We recently had the chance to speak with him about playing music, where his Texas country roots came from, and how life is going.

Island Guide: Where are you from? How long have you been playing music on the island?

Brandon: I am a good, ole-fashioned BOI. I was born and raised in Galveston and grew up in Jamaica Beach. I played my very first show on the island at the Old Quarter Acoustic Café.

Island Guide: Who all is in the band and what do each play or contribute?

Brandon: The Brandon McDermott Band just recently had a bit of a line-up change so there are some new guys in the band. I am playing with some great guys; they are talented, fun and hilarious. We are myself, Brandon McDermott - songwriter/vocals/ acoustic guitar, Nathan Taylor - lead guitar/vocals, Soloman Garcia - bass, and Brent Topa - drums.

Island Guide: Your music is described by critics as “Texas Country/Red Dirt,” what does that mean to you? It’s such a widely used term these days that is used to describe a hugely-popular style, yet it is so varied across the industry. What does it mean to you personally?

Brandon: Texas country to me is a more honest version of country music than the “country music” that is coming out of Nashville these days. It is less “poppy” and polished, and is more of a relatable singer-songwriter style of music, similar to the outlaw country of years ago. It’s the kind of music that feels perfectly at home in an old bar or dance hall, floating down the Guadalupe River, out on the boat in Galveston Bay, or driving down the highway.

Island Guide: Describe a live show for someone who hasn’t had the honor of seeing you guys.

Brandon: Our live show is very fun and energetic. I once heard Kevin Fowler, a great Texas country artist that we have had the privilege of playing with say, “Save the slow songs for the records,

and play the fun songs at the show.” That always stuck with me, so we like our shows and the music that we play to be fun, and to pair perfectly with an ice cold beer and a pair of boots…or sandals.

Island Guide: How did you get started in music? Who were your influences?

Brandon: I guess I didn’t really get started playing music until I was in college at Texas A&M in College Station. That was the first time that I really heard Robert Earl Keen, Pat Green, Cory Morrow, Roger Creager, and all of those guys. I fell in love with that Texas country sound the first time I heard it and it instantly became my favorite music. Playing along with those songs is what really got me into playing guitar and writing my own songs.

My major influences were Robert Earl Keen, Pat Green, Cory Morrow, Roger Creager and all of those guys; but I also really liked the older guys too, like Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, and Waylon Jennings. Guy Clark is probably my favorite song writer of all. I also had some non-country influences too. I was a big fan of Blink 182 and Sublime.

Island Guide: How has that influenced you now?

Brandon: Almost all of the things I like to do just fit so perfectly with the Texas country sound.

I love floating the river, hanging out at old dance halls, spending the day smoking a brisket, driving through the Texas Hill country, or being out on the bay. Heck, I even got married in the Luckenbach Dance Hall. Those things just mean so much to me, and they go so perfectly with my music. I mean, I doubt there are too many rap songs about Luckenbach, Texas (thank goodness).

Island Guide: What has been the biggest challenge to overcome being a musician?

Brandon: There are challenges in everything you do, and music is no different. I think one of the hardest parts is getting your foot in the door with regards to booking and things like that. Our band has an almost 100% rebooking rate, but it’s getting that first show that is always the hardest.

Island Guide: You have quite a history of performing with some top acts in the industry

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including Stoney LaRue, Kevin Fowler, Reckless Kelly, Micky and the Motorcars, Josh Abbott Band, Aaron Watson, Dirty River Boys, Brandon Rhyder, Bri Bagwell, Honeybrowne, and even 90’s megastars Poison. What is it like to “play with the big boys?”

Brandon: We have been really fortunate to get to share the stage with many of my favorite bands. I never dreamed when I started writing songs and playing music in college that I would get to play with the bands who were the reason I started playing music to begin with. It is so fun to be on the stage with the “big boys,” not only to get to meet all these guys and see their shows from backstage (which is really cool), but also to see all of the production and work that goes into putting on their shows.

Island Guide: Tell us how the songwriting process happens. What influences you as a songwriter?

Brandon: I guess it kinda changes all the time for me. Sometimes I just pick up my guitar and a song will come out. Other times I have some lyrics in my head and I have to spend a lot of time trying to turn it into a song that I am happy with. I have always found it a lot easier to write songs when you are feeling down and out. I guess that is why there are so many break-up songs out there. But I just got married and I am a pretty happy guy, so I have been writing songs about all kinds of stuff lately.

Island Guide: Your first studio album titled “Mile Marker Zero” was described as “just like their live shows, which continue to leave the audience wanting more, the album is chock-full of fun, energetic songs that are guaranteed to make their listener have a good time. From good ol’ fashion party songs, to songs about relationships gone bad, this album has something for everyone.” Tell us about it.

Brandon: We titled the album “Mile Marker Zero” because Galveston sits at Mile Marker Zero on I-45, and we definitely learned a lot about recording on that album. The songs were some of the songs that we had been playing live for awhile. The inspiration for the songs the album came from lots of places - hanging out at the Texas Hall of Fame

Dancehall and the Dixie Chicken while I was up at Texas A&M, getting dumped, moving back to Galveston, and all the things in between. It is a great mix of stories and songs covering basically, our lives.

Island Guide: What is your favorite song to perform and why?

Brandon: I think my favorite song that we are doing right now might be “That’s Rock ‘n Roll.” It is a fictional song that I wrote about all the things that you imagine could happen when you are in a band - the traveling, the fans, the drinking, and even getting to play Ray Wylie Hubbard’s Gold Top Les Paul guitar.

Island Guide: Our questions that we ask everyone: What was the first album you remember purchasing?

Brandon: Garth Brooks “No Fences”…that is still a really good album to me.

Island Guide: What was your first concert?

Brandon: The first concert I went to was Bush, Goo Goo Dolls, and No Doubt. I was in high school and the show was at the Summit in Houston. It was awesome.

Island Guide: 10 years from now, what would you like to be doing?

Brandon: Singing a song on stage with Willie Nelson…who in 10 years will be 94, I think….and still rocking in that Willie way.

Island Guide: If you could open up for any band right now, who would it be?

Brandon: I would love to open up for Willie.

That would just be a dream come true. Robert Earl Keen would be super cool too. I mean, we’re both Aggies, it could happen right?

Island Guide: Anyone you want to thank or acknowledge?

Brandon: Sure. I’d love to thank my band – Nathan, Soloman, and Brent for making us sound awesome; my wife Kira and my parents Ralph and Peggy for all of their constant support; and everyone that comes out to see our shows.

Brandon McDermott Band can be found at brandonmcdermottband.com and www.facebook.com/brandonmcdermottband.

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The Sound Bar:

Offering a Unique Nightlife Experience in Galveston

By Terry Card

How is it possible to stay in business in Galveston with so many bars and restaurants? It is easy when you recognize that The Sound Bar is the only dedicated Karaoke bar in town. There are others that have a karaoke night here and there, but The Sound Bar is the only one that has karaoke every single night!

The Sound Bar opened on October 5th, 2016 and has become popular with its customers ever since the doors opened. The owner, John Timothy, was enthusiastic about the cooperation and reception given to him by the City of Galveston.

Like many new entrepreneurs, he had to selffinance in order to get his operation going.

After being a bar manager for seven years at the Third Coast, it was a natural fit for John to start a bar business. From his time spent writing articles about Galveston nightlife for a local magazine and managing a bar, getting to know other bar managers and owners, he realized that the one bar Galveston did not have was a karaoke bar.

And it has proven to be a smart decision. It is very popular with a diverse group of people who are just out to have fun. As John says, “There are no tears in my bar.” What especially intrigues him is the degree of diversity. His customer base splits very evenly between tourists and locals and is also a 50/50 split between younger and older patrons. The only disparity occurs in the split between male and female. He can only put it down to his observation that women must like to sing more than men. The result is a 75/25 split of female customers to male customers.

The atmosphere is convivial when people sing and very non-judgmental. This induces not only people with great voices to stand on stage, but even gives those who were not blessed with wonderful voices to belt out the songs in their hearts and have a great time!

Located on the south side of Mechanic between 24th and 25th, the location really just happened for him. The building was not on the market, but knowing the type of bar he was trying to create and the space he would need to make it happen, he came to an agreement with the owner that if he would make the building available, John would renovate the space. And change it he did: rebuilding the back and side walls, putting on a new roof and a new ceiling, redoing all the plumbing and electrical, building the bar, and creating an outside patio. This was all before the decorating took place.

John wanted his bar to be Downtown. He loves Downtown Galveston. It is part of his life destination. An unrealized bonus was that the bar is located inside the gates for Dickens on The Strand and Mardi Gras. The revelers at these events, both locals and tourists, once they have paid to be inside the gates where all the parades and bands are performing, tend to wander from bar to bar and restaurant to restaurant during the full day and night as the events unfold.

This brings new people to his venue, resulting in many repeat visits.

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Open Mic Night featuring Keith York, Marty Monte & Jim (Bucky) Pregler from, 7-11PM

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Concerts & More Music Events

First Thursday of every month (7-10pm) - Open Acoustic Jam - An acoustic jam session with several of the top local Island musicians, collaborating among artwork from local artisans. This is a free event to bring an instrument or just take it all in. This event is located at From the HeART Gallery, 511 23rd St. For more info find From the HeART Gallery on Facebook.

July 1st (7-10pm) - Jacob Stiefel Music - On the heels of his 3rd release, “The Memphis Sessions,” Jacob Stiefel (Stee-full) is building steam, and isn’t planning on slowing down anytime soon.

He specializes in Americana, rock and roll, and alternative country. Check out his music at MOD Coffeehouse, 2126 Postoffice St. Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe is located at 413 20th St. For ticket and more info go to oldquarteracousticcafe.com or find them on Facebook.

Upcoming shows include: • May 5th (9pm) – Ruthie Foster • May 6th (8pm) - Lazy Lester • May 11th (8:30pm) - Andrew Duhon, Sean Lucy

Also, the location is within easy walking distance of the Strand with all its bars, restaurants, and boutiques; and Postoffice, with its art galleries and coffee shops.

Not only does The Sound Bar have great karaoke shows, but as John puts it, “I am really lucky to have a rock star staff. They are comrades in arms.” A quick perusal of comments on Facebook and Yelp confirm the enthusiasm that customers have for the service they enjoy courtesy of his “rock stars.”

His customers also appreciate the effort he makes to keep his prices as low as possible. He serves draft beer including local craft beer from Galveston Island Brewery. Happy hour is from 4-8pm. The Sound Bar makes great use of its outdoor patio for people who want to smoke. The bar itself is non-smoking, so this accommodates all people wanting to have a night of fun.

Hosting parties and special events is a growing part of the business. He has the space and the layout to hold large gatherings, while still being able to serve other patrons and regulars who are not part of the event. The bar is very clean, and karaoke is a great attraction, providing entertainment both during and after the party or special event. In the last short while, he has hosted a 50th Anniversary and a 70th Birthday party, all the while his younger crowd enjoyed a regular night, intermingling with the older crowd, enjoying their special party. There is no charge for hosting special events, and The Sound Bar will provide food if requested, or the event organizers can supply their own.

Corporations are also beginning to recognize that this is a great venue for hosting events.

Recent companies who have hosted parties here include MLSBC Carnival Cruise Lines and Verizon who hosted a sit down dinner from 6-8pm, after which the bar was opened for regular business. John said that 80% of his business is from 8pm-2am, so this one-off event did not interfere with his regular business.

John was born 36 years ago in Bastrop, Louisiana, which is located about 40 miles north of Monroe, Louisiana. He left when he was only three, moving to Texas with his family who worked in the oil business. Like many, he accidently found his calling while putting himself through college working as a bartender. He took to the life and has never looked back.

The opening of The Sound Bar is the fulfillment of his life-long dream. Karaoke allows John’s customers to enjoy themselves in a welcoming environment, and he couldn’t be happier!

The Sound Bar is located at 2411 Mechanic and is open daily, 4pm-2am. Karaoke starts everyday at 9pm. Happy Hour regularly is 4-8pm, but on Sunday Happy Hour is 2-6pm.

For more info call (409)632-2168 or go to soundbartx.com.

• May 12th (9:30pm) - Wood & Wire, Shane Walker • May 13th (9:30pm) - Lisa Morales Band, James Sturrock • May 19th (8pm) - Kevin Anthony & G Town, Hard Luck Revival, Chris Olsen • May 22nd - Matt Pless, T Cecil, Den Mother • May 26th - Los Mighty Hooks • May 27th (9:30pm) - The Mighty Orq • June 3rd - Al and John Staehely • June 7th (8pm) - Crumb, Lance Bangs, El Lago • June 8th (9:30pm) - Seth Walker • June 10th - Marina Rocks • June 17th - Danny Brooks • June 24th - The Hemmer Ridge Mountain Boys with Janet Bell opening • August 4th - Adam & Chris Carroll Float Pool & Patio Bar, 2828 Seawall Blvd., is a waterfront party hot spot with a swim-up bar, DJs, live music, and other fun events like karaoke. For a full list of events call (409)7657946 or go to yagaspresents.com/float. Upcoming shows include: • May 19th, June 24th, July 15th (9pm) - Dustin Burt Music • May 28th and July 1st (9pm) - 57 State

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Music Gig Guide Friday, May 5th

Beerfoot – DEM, 8-12 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 6-9 Nonno Tony’s – Mickey Hobbs, 6-9 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2

Thursday, May 11th

Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Mikey C. Silver Spot Saloon – Open Mic, 7-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 2-6 Woody’s – Phillip Griffin Band, 3-7

Monday, May 15th

The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B. Jigger’s – The Line Up, 8-11 Galveston Island Brewing - Monday Night B. Jigger’s – Yelba, 9-1 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Guys, 6-9 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Island Pier Club – Karaoke, 9-12 Nick’s Pool Bar – DJ Nonstopp, 7-10 Float – DJ, 9-1 Quarter – Andrew Duhon, Sean Lucy, 9-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Galveston Island Brewing – James Fiel, 6-9 Old Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Debbie, 8-1 Tuesday, May 16th Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Silver Spot Saloon – Karaoke, 8-12 B. Jigger’s – Karaoke, 8-12 Mod – Paper Sparrow, 7-9 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Mikey C. Old Quarter – Ruthie Foster, 9-1 Woody’s – Matt Harlan, 6-9 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Rumors – DJ, 8-12 Friday, May 12th Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Wednesday, May 17th The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 Silver Spot Saloon – 98 In The Shade, 9-1 B. Jiggers – The Line Up, 9-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Tony’s – Mickey Hobbs, 6-9 Galveston Island Brewing – Robert Kuhn, 4-7 Nonno Jewford, 8-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 Thursday, May 18th West End Restaurant – Karaoke, 7-11 Mod – The Spinning Game, 7-9 B. Jigger’s – The Line Up, 8-11 Old Quarter – Wood & Wire, Shane Walker, Saturday, May 6th Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 9-1 The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 Rum Shack Island Pier Club – Karaoke, 9-12 – Level One Band, 9-1 B. Jiggers – Mambo Jazz Kings, 9-1 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Debbie, 8-1 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Silver Spot Saloon – Karaoke, 8-12 Silver Spot Saloon – Little Terry & The BlueBubba’s – The Relics, 9-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 birds, 8-12 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Friday, May 19th Mod – Samuel Barker, 7-9 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Nick’s Pool Bar – Ocean Roots, 7-10 The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 Jewford, 8-11 Old Quarter – Lazy Lester, 9-1 B. Jiggers – LN & The Crush, 9-1 Stuttgarden – Jeremy Kilgore, 7-11 Pleasure Pier – Adrian’s Circle, 6-10 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 Poop Deck – Satisfied Drive, 9-1 Float - Dustin Butt Music, 5 West End Restaurant – Karaoke, 7-11 Rumors – DJ, 8-12 Galveston Island Brewing – Jaredd Reed, 4-7 Yaga’s – The Dirty River Boys, 10-1 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Saturday, May 13th Silver Spot Saloon – Salty Dog, 9-1 Mod – Joel Premo, 7-9 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 6-9 Old Quarter – Kevin Anthony & G-Town, Hard Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Luck Revival, 9-1 B. Jiggers – The Fuse, 9-1 Jewford, 8-11 Rumors – DJ, 8-12 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Stuttgarden – Jaredd Reed, 7-11 Rum Shack – Live Music, 9-1 Galveston Island Brewing – DEM, 3-6 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 The Grand – Arlo Guthrie, 8pm West End Restaurant – Live Music, 7-11 Silver Spot Saloon – Soulshine, 9-1 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Woody’s – Pushwater Band, 3-6 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Mod – Brandon Williams, 7-9 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Nick’s Pool Bar – Ocean Roots, 7-10 Sunday, May 7th Jewford, 8-11 Old Quarter – Lisa Morales, James Sturrock, Albatross – David Richardson, 3-6 Stuttgarden – James Sturrock, 7-11 9-1 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 Poop Deck – Satisfied Drive, 9-1 Float – DJ, 9-1 West End Restaurant – Karaoke, 7-11 Hotel Galvez – Joyce Fields 11-2pm, Reg & Rumors – DJ, 8-12 Yaga’s – Heights Funk Collective, 10-1 Rum Shack – Live Music, 9-1 Cary, 6-10 Saengerfest Park – Heights Funk Collective, Saturday, May 20th Hurricane ll – Open Jam, 5-9 6-9 Nonno Tony’s – Danny Kristensen, 4-8 Albatross – Los Mighty Hooks, 3-6 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke KJ Mikey C., The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 6-9 Silver Spot Saloon – Almost Endless Summer, 8-1 B. Jiggers – Kaos, 9-1 9-1 Silver Spot Saloon – Joe King Carrasco, 7-11 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 2-6 Club21 – Sonic Seduction, 9-1 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley Little Woody’s – Jo Hell, 3-6 Float – DJ, 9-1 Jewford, 8-11 Galveston Island Brewing – David Richardson, Monday, May 8th Stuttgarden – Shaun Michael, 7-11 3-7 The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Galveston Island Brewing - Monday Night West End Restaurant – Live Music, 7-11 Mod – Jim Presley, 7-9 Guys, 6-9 Woody’s – Captain Legendary Band, 3-6 Nick’s Pool Bar – Ocean Roots, 7-10 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Yaga’s – Brandon McDermott, 10-1 Rumors – DJ, 8-12 Tuesday, May 9th Sunday, May 14th Rum Shack – Live Music, 9-1 The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Silver Spot Saloon – Zach Tate Band, 9-1 Float – DJ, 9-1 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Mikey C. Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Hotel Galvez – Joyce Fields, 11-2pm Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Hurricane ll – Open Jam, 5-9 Jewford, 8-11 Nonno Tony’s – Danny Kristensen, 4-7 Wednesday, May 10th

Stuttgarden – The Wingmen, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Live Music, 7-11 Woody’s – Tony Tompkins & The Trainwrecks Yaga’s – KNOWNASCHASE, 10-1

B. Jiggers – Midnight Release, 9-1 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Club 21 – A Sure Thing, 9-1 Float – Beat Bodega, 9-1 Galveston Island Brewing – Mystery Loves Company, 3-7 Sunday, May 21st Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Albatross – Jaredd Reed, 3-6 Mod – Louis Morales, 7-9 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Nick’s Pool Bar – Ocean Roots, 7-10 Hotel Galvez – Joyce Fields, 11-2pm Old Quarter – The Mighty ORQ, 9-1 Hurricane ll – Open Jam, 5-9 Rumors – DJ, 8-12 Nick’s Pool Bar – Soulshine, 7-10 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Mikey C. Rum Shack – Yelba, 9-1 Silver Spot Saloon – Open Mic, 7-11 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 2-6 Silver Spot Saloon – Mark May Band, 9-1 Woody’s – Jonathan Stork & The Brothers Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Tweed, 3-7 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Monday, May 22nd Jewford, 8-11 The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-10 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Live Music, 7-11 Galveston Island Brewing - Monday Night Woody’s – The New Offenders, 3-7 Guys, 6-9 Yaga’s – DJ Bizzonee, 10-1 Nick’s Pool Bar – DJ Nonstopp, 7-10 Old Quarter – Matt Pless, T Cecil, Den Sunday, May 28th Mother, 9-1 Albatross – Greg Ustinoff, 3-6 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 B. Jiggers – Sofa Kings, 8-12 Tuesday, May 23rd Float - 57 State, 5 B. Jigger’s – Karaoke, 8-12 Galveston Island Brewing – Kickin It Dixie, 3-7 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Mikey C. Hotel Galvez – Joyce Fields, 11-2pm Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Hurricane ll – Open Jam, 5-9 Wednesday, May 24th Nick’s Pool Bar – Soulshine, 7-10 The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Mikey C. Rum Shack – Bristol Fashion, 9-1 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Nonno Tony’s – Mickey Hobbs, 6-9 Silver Spot Saloon – Open Mic, 7-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 2-6 Woody’s – Steel Penny, 3-7 Thursday, May 25th Yaga’s – The Line Up, 10-1 B. Jiggers – The Line Up, 9-1 Monday, May 29th Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Float – DJ, 9-1 The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-10 Island Pier Club – Karaoke, 9-12 Float – DJ, 9-1 Old Quarter – Open Mic, 9-1 Galveston Island Brewing - Monday Night Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Debbie, 8-1 Guys, 6-9 Silver Spot Saloon – Karaoke, 8-12 Nick’s Pool Bar – Fred Rusk, 7-10 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Rum Shack – After Party, 3-7 Friday, May 26th Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 Woody’s – James Pardo & The Dogmatic B. Jiggers – Rapture, 9-1 Tones, 3-7 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Tuesday, May 30th Float – Zach Tate Band, 9-1 B. Jigger’s – Karaoke, 8-12 Galveston Island Brewing – Grifters & Shills, Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Mikey C. 4-7 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Mod – Jim Pharis, 7-9 Wednesday, May 31st Old Quarter – Los Mighty Hooks, 9-1 The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 Rumors – DJ, 8-12 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Rum Shack – Yelba, 9-1 Nonno Tony’s – Mickey Hobbs, 6-9 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Old Quarter – Luke King, 8-12 Silver Spot Saloon – Burt Wills, 8-12 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Thursday, June 1st Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Jewford, 8-11 B. Jiggers – The Line Up, 9-1 Stuttgarden – Shaun Michael, 7-11 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 Float – DJ, 9-1 West End Restaurant – Karaoke, 7-11 Island Pier Club – Karaoke, 9-12 Yaga’s – DJ Bizzonee, 10-1 Old Quarter – Open Mic, 9-1 Saturday, May 27th Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Debbie, 8-1 The Bar at San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 6-9 Silver Spot Saloon – Karaoke, 8-12

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