Island Guide August 2017 edition

August 4, 2017 • Issue 8, Volume 6 Published the First Friday Every Month

Fishin Addiction Charters: A Memorable & Fun Experience

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12-14 The Island Guide Fun Maps 15-16 Outdoors

» The Bucket Brigades: Explore the Beaches for Free

» It’s a Hot Sizzling Time at Pleasure Pier This Summer

» Galveston State Park Offers Family-Friendly Activities

» Family Fun at Schlitterbahn Waterpark

» The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association Continues 17 Books

» “Summer Reads” by Gini Rainey

» August Galveston Bookshop Book Signings

» Rosenberg Library Summer Programs

» Book Signing for Cathy Catching’s “Angel Talks” 18-19 The Fine Arts

» Exhibitions on View August 26th-October 8th at Galveston Arts Center

» Galveston’s Gallery Exhibits & Events 20-23 Music

» “Joe Premo: Inspiration Comes Almost Too Easy” By Rachel Delanoix

» One Night Only at The Grand: Willie Nelson

» Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe: A Hot Summer Lineup

» The Gig Guide for Live Music Across the Island

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Things To Do Fishin Addiction Charters: A Memorable & Fun Fishing Experience

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By Terry Card

As a captain of a charter fishing boat, just when you think you have seen it all – something new comes around the corner. Captain Dan Green of Fishin Addition Charters recollects one such experience. He received a call from an Asian gentleman booking a six-hour offshore fishing charter for himself and five companions. He was told that they would leave at 6am and that all fishing gear could be supplied as he requested, since his group had flown in from Asia the previous day.

It was a good day to fish; the water was dead flat, and promptly at 6am the party showed up. Much to Captain Dan’s astonishment, they were all wearing business suits and carrying briefcases. No one could speak English except the fellow who booked the trip so Captain Dan figured he would have a difficult time on this trip. After a one hour trip to the site he had picked, they fished for half an hour, caught two fish, and then when they started getting sick in absolutely flat water, requested that Captain Dan return to the dock.

It was a memorable experience although not typical to say the least.

Dan Green was taught how to fish from a very young age by his mother.

Born in Lumberton, Texas near Beaumont, after his mother and father split, Dan and his mother moved to his grandfather’s house in San Leon, Texas, and it was here through his mother and grandfather, he learned about casting and fishing. He spent hours fishing off the pier in front of the house. He thinks he was hooked on fishing at three years old when he caught a 22” redfish off that pier. He went to the high school on 7th St. near the Top Water Grill in San Leon, before taking Maritime Management at TAMUG. However, he was anxious to do real business management, and before he graduated, he decided to strike out on his own, forming a company at 18 years old called EZ Catch. His Mom cosigned a loan to get him started, and with the money, he purchased a 25-foot Boston Whaler. Prior to that, to gain experience, he was a deckhand for one year for two fishing charters in Galveston. He then applied for and received his captain’s license complying with the U.S. Coast Guard requirement of 350 days on water and successfully completing a series of written examinations. He then applied to Texas Parks and Wildlife to buy his guide license.

At first he ran his charter company out of Freeport and trailered his boat from San Leon each day. After three or four years, and having serious problems with the trailer, he decided to sell and try his luck in Galveston. For a while he ran boats as Captain for various owners, splitting the profits until he could get himself established. He formed Fishin Addiction Charters in March of 2010.

Captain Dan selected Galveston because of the tourism industry. He runs far more trips here than he could generate in Freeport: 160 trips in 2015 and 180 in 2016 compared to 50 trips in Freeport. Galveston Bay and Jetty trips constitute about 75% of his trips with oil rigs and offshore outings making up the other 25%.

His customer base is about 60-70% tourist with the remaining 30-40% local. The tourists mostly go for Bay and Jetty fishing while the locals prefer offshore fishing.

Captain Dan has two boats. He has a 25-foot Gulf Coast that holds four people and is used for Bay fishing. He does not have a deckhand for these trips. On his 36-foot Contender with three 250 HP motors, he does have a deckhand because the boat holds six people, and the trips are longer going out to the Jetties and offshore.

The deckhand allows him to provide his customers with extra attention and help, a service that is much appreciated. The other things that customers like is the excellent equipment he has, the

spaciousness of the boats, his competitive pricing, and that he applies no reservation fees (he does not charge the credit card up front).

And sometimes his deckhand provides humor. On one trip when the rain was pelting down, the deckhand put on a slicker to keep dry. While trying to unhook a line caught on the leg of an oil rig, he fell in the water, ensuring himself of a good soaking. After everyone on board picked themselves off the deck from laughing so hard, they took pity on him and fished him out of the water.

Captain Dan is the sole owner of the company. In the future he would like to add another boat with a new Captain, but that will be put on hold for a while. He will be getting married soon, and that of course, comes first.

With August coming, he expects that his clients will haul in plentiful amount of Reds and Bull Reds, as well as Spanish and King Mackerel and Black Tip Shark from the jetties and off the beach.

It was fishing off the beach one time that Captain Dan had his weirdest experience as a Captain. His customer spent about 15 minutes fighting a Spinner Shark, finally bringing him to the side of the boat. Just as they were leaning over to haul the shark in, another Spinner Shark of the same size came up and bit a huge chunk out of the shark that had been caught. Everyone jumped back - very quickly!

In the Bay, August will produce excellent catches of Speckled Trout and Whiting.

Later in the year, in October and November, the Bay and Sea Wolf Park will yield great quantities of flounder, Captain Dan’s favorite eating fish. His lure of choice for flounder is a 3” Gulp Curl Tail.

Captain Dan’s favorite fighting fish is the Amberjack, and his lure of choice for Amberjack is a seven ounce Snapper Slapper. With that lure, while lying about 60 miles offshore, he caught a 93lb Amberjack after a long and arduous fight.

Not only is the fishing experience great with Fishin Addiction Charters, but the Captain and crew try to make it a fun outing. Alcohol is allowed on board, but no glass bottles.

For a fishing charter adventure with a personable, experienced Captain, call Fishin Addiction Charters at (832)640-1133, go to their Facebook page, or gulfoffshorefishing.com. All pricing and tours available are listed online or Captain Dan will be happy to provide any and all information for you to charter a fishing trip tailored to your needs.

HAPPY HOUR 3-7 pm - Monday thru Friday $2.75 Well Drinks $2.75 Domestic Bottles $1.00 off all draft MONDAY MADNESS 7 pm to Close Shawn & Michael's Monday Night Poker Party - 8 pm $6.00 Bratwurst On a Bun $5.00 Cherry Limeades $2.00 Domestic Bottles $2.00 Well Drinks $2 TUESDAY 7 pm to Close Tony' Trivia Tuesday - 8 & 9:30 pm $7.00 Traditional Burgers $2.00 Domestic Bottles $2.00 Well Drinks -- $5.00 Waterwalls THIRSTY THURSDAY SUNDAY WEDNESDAY All Day Long $5.00 Blood Mary’s 7pm to Close STEAK NIGHT $4.00 - 16 oz L.I. Teas $4.00 Stein Night $14.00 Best Steak Ever All Draft Beer - 7pm to Close FRIDAY & SATURDAY w/ Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli (Excludes Special Cask and Live Music - 7pm to 11pm $3.00 House Wines Select Drafts) $3.00 Fireball and Jagermeister Shots Weekly Bourbon Specials 11pm to Close

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Friday, August 18 7pm - Live Music - Smith and Turner & Revolver Pint Night

Friday, August 4 7pm - Live Music - Smith and Turner Saturday, August 5 7pm - DJ Fat Candy Tuesday, August 8 7pm - Saint Arnold Pint Night 8pm - Tony's Trivia Tuesday Friday, August 11 7pm - Live Music - James Sturrock Saturday, August 12 7pm - Live Music - Little Terry & the Blue Birds

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Galveston to Host Free Fireworks Shows Every Weekend This Summer In Galveston, visitors don’t have to

Family Fun at Saengerfest Park With the beautiful

weather and longer days, families are spending more and more time outdoors. wait for a holiday to see fireworks. That’s Saengerfest Park, located because the island will host free fireworks in the heart of Downtown shows every weekend this summer!

Galveston, is a great place The beachfront fireworks shows will to find affordable fun for take place at 9pm every Sunday until the season. Saengerfest September 3rd. The fireworks shows provide an opportunity for visitors to extend their weekends and enjoy additional entertainment at Park is located on the corner of 23rd St. and The Strand in Galveston’s the beach.

Historic Strand District.

Sponsored by the Galveston Island Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB), the fireworks displays will launch over the Gulf of Mexico near Seawall Blvd. and 37th Street.

Saengerfest Park is known for having a For more info about Galveston tourism go to galveston.com or call (888)GAL-ISLE. large, playable chess set, a large compass that can be used as a seat, wooden benches, an oldhand-painted figurines, unique jewelry, colorful fashioned London-style phone booth, and a stage used for movie and music nights throughpottery, books, music, and more. To attend out the year. please enter from the Guest Parking lot behind the Museum. Weather permitting. Free.

Free Family Movies Visitors and residents are invited to enjoy Fall Speaker Series The Bryan Museum, located in the historic September 21st (5:30-6:30pm) - Kenneth Hafer- free movies throughout historic Downtown.

Galveston Orphans Home at 1315 21st St., Movies begin just after dusk. Moviegoers are houses The Bryan Collection, one of the world’s tepe, PhD - The first lecture in the Fall 2017 encouraged to set up a blanket or chair for a Speaker Series will be presented by guest speaker largest collections of historical artifacts, docufree movie under the stars. Movie Nite takes Kenneth Hafertepe, PhD, Chair of the Departments, and artwork relating to Texas and the place the first Saturday of each month through American West. Assembled by J.P. and Mary Jon ment of Museum Studies at Baylor University.

October. Upcoming movies are: The topic of Dr. Hafertepe’ s talk will be mid-19th Bryan, the collection spans more than 12,000 • August 5th: “The Secret Life of Pets” century Texas art, focusing on Texas Germans. years, with pieces ranging from ancient Native • September 2nd: “Captain America: The First American cultural artifacts to modern twentyOctober 17th (5:30-6:30pm) - Carolyn Boyd, Avenger” first century objects.

PhD - The second lecture in the Fall 2017 For more info call (409)632-7685 or go to Speaker Series will be presented by guest speaker • October 7th: “The Addams Family” Carolyn Boyd, PhD, Research Director of the thebryanmuseum.org. The museum is open Music Nite on the Strand Shumla Archaeological Research & Education Thursday-Monday, 11am-4pm and closed Music Nite on the Strand features various Center. The topic of Dr. Boyd’s talk will be Pecos artists the second Saturday of every month. The Tuesday-Wednesday.

River-style rock art, the earliest dated art in Ongoing Events event is 6-9pm and free to the public. UpcomNorth America.

Every Thursday This Month (4-7pm) - Wine ing artists are: in The Bryan Gardens - Join the fun in the • August 12th: Campfire Soul with Zach Person November 30th (5:30-6:30pm) - Michael R. beautiful botanical gardens to relax and enjoy (Blues/R&B) Grauer - The final lecture in the Fall 2017 time and conversation with friends, family, and Speaker Series will be presented by guest speaker • September 9th: The Fab 5 (Beatles Tribute Museum staff. Wine, beer, and complimentary Michael R. Grauer, Associate Director for Curato- Band) bar snacks will be served in the Sculpture Garden rial Affairs/Curator of Art and Western Heritage • October 14th: Harbors over Highways next to the Museum Shop. During the event, (Americana) at the Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum.

For more info and a full list of events go to the Museum Shop will also be open so that you The topic of Mr. Grauer’s talk will be early 20th facebook.com/saengerfestpark. might browse the selection of original artwork, century Texas art.

Historical Fun at The Bryan Museum

Upcoming Festivals Sunny days and mild nights make Galveston Island the perfect place to enjoy festivals yearround. Many festivals celebrate art, music, film, food, beer, and wine, while others celebrate various ethnic and cultural holidays. Here is a list of these festivals: • August 10th - OkraFest • August 17th - Boots & BBQ • September 1st-3rd - Brewmasters Craft Beer Festival • September 16th - Fiestas Patrias • September 29th-30th - Galveston Island Wild Texas Shrimp Festival • September 30th - Galveston Heritage Festival • October 14th-15th- Galveston Island Greek Festival • October 21st-22nd - ARToberFEST • October 27th-28th - Galveston Island Oktoberfest • November 2nd-5th - Lone Star Rally • November-December - Winter Wonder Island • December 1st-3rd - Dickens on the Strand

2018

• Through January – Moody Gardens Festival of Lights • January 6th-21st - Galveston.com & Company Galveston Restaurant Week • January 19th-20th - Yaga’s Chili Quest & Beer Fest • February 2nd-4th, 9th-11th, and 13th - “Mardi Gras! Galveston”

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ment. Water and sunscreen recommended; hats if the sun is shining. Free of charge. All age ranges welcome. Be prepared for the heat.

Galveston Beach Band Performs Weekly Free Concerts This Summer

was revitalized, thanks This year is the 90th anniversary of the to its What’s new at the Galveston Island Brewery Galveston Beach Band. Founded by Frank Inca- core of (GIB)? Well, there is a lot! loyal prera’s father, the band has been providing Live music this month will be: musiconcerts all that time. Frank, the band leader, • August 4th (4pm): Robert Kuhn cians has been attending concerts since he was four • August 11th (5pm): Kickin’ it Dixie and months old. And some members of the band • August 12th (4pm): Kevin Anthony have been part of the band for 40+ years. Great then • August 18th (5pm): Jaredd Reed new leader, Frank Incaprera. job Frank and Band - we love you all!

• August 25th (5pm): David Richardson Fast forward to today and the free conConcert times are every Tuesday eveMore Info ning starting at 7:30pm and will finish close to certs continue, as much loved as ever. Now a Other Events Galveston Island Brewery is open seven days proudly family venue, concerts are a diverse mix August 5th (4-8pm) - Brewing for Rhinos - Join a week, Monday-Thursday 3-9pm, Friday 3pm- 9:30pm. The concert location is at Sealy Pavilion off Broadway and in front of the Rosenberg of much-loved show tunes, big band numbers, your local zookeepers for an easy way to help 12 midnight, Saturday 12 noon-12 midnight, and jazz.

Library in Downtown Galveston. save endangered species. There will be great local and Sunday 12 noon-9pm.

Housed in Sealy Pavilion, concerts are a The Galveston Beach Band concerts play a beer, a food truck, live music by DEM, unique GIB offers free brewery tours every Saturmixture of family, fun, and summer relaxation. wide variety of music drawing from jazz shows merchandise, fun games, and a raffle/silent auction day at 1pm. Tours are about 30 minutes long, It is very true that Frank Incaprera is the driving and music of its time. with tons of great prizes. All proceeds will benefit depending on customer interaction. force behind the fantastic Galveston Beach Band.

Starting in the 1920’s, the Galveston Beach the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Kenya.

For more info call (409)740-7000 or go to Sponsored by Galveston Island, the Beach Band’s free concerts were an important sumgalvestonislandbrewing.com, or you can always mer Island attraction, often boasting audiences Band continues a tradition of family music by August 5th (12 noon) - Yoga at the Brewery performing twelve concerts each summer that Class will be held in the yard area. Bring a towel stop by the brewery located at 8423 Stewart of 2,000 and featured on the newspaper front and/or yoga mat and any additional yoga equip- Rd., Galveston. page. By the 1960’s the Band had declined and provides good clean family fun.

Music, Yoga & Good Causes

All Hands on Deck:

TOUR OF THE MONTH

Island Treasure Hunts Island Treasure Hunts is

a fun, low cost way for families to explore the Island. It’s a scavenger hunt; it’s a tour; it’s a game; it’s an adventure!

Island Treasure Hunts offers fun sightseeing scavenger hunt tours that guide you step-by-step to famous Island spots with trivia and interactive challenges. And best of all, it’s played from your mobile device. So you can go any time and at your own pace.

How It Works Sign up yourself or a team, choose a tour, and then you’re on your way! The step-by-step directions and multiple choice challenges will be on the web browser of your data-capable mobile device. You can walk, bike, or use your preferred method of transportation to get to each challenge stop. Your time and score will be calculated and displayed after your hunt.

Purchase more than one hunt, and race against your friends, or take your time and soak in the sights. There is no time limit, and the purchase of a hunt is yours until it’s completed.

All challenges are family friendly with a few twists and turns for even the sharpest minds.

Along the way, take pictures, win prizes, and have fun! You might even get to enjoy special discounts and offers from local establishments along the route.

Pricing

There are three hunts to choose from: Scavenger on the Strand - $14.95 • Sights: The Strand, Tremont House, Pier 21, Storm Survivors, and more • 1.2 mile round trip tour • 50-75 minutes walking • Begins and ends at Saengerfest Park at the corner of Strand and 23rd St. • Walk, bike, or Golf cart • 25 challenge stops, 2 selfie stops, and 1 bonus • Get up to 100 Treasure Coins Seawall Stroll - $14.95 • Sights: Hotel Galvez & Spa, Pleasure Pier, Seawall, Beach hot spots, and more • 1.1 mile round trip tour • 45-65 minutes walking • Begins and ends at Seawall Blvd. and 23rd St. • Walk or bike • 28 challenge stops, 2 selfie stops, and 1 bonus • Get up to 100 Treasure Coins Hysterical Historical Hunt - $19.95 • Sights: Postoffice Arts District, Historical Mansions, Texas Heroes Monument, Storm Survivors, The Strand, and more • 3.1 mile round trip tour • 120-180 minutes walking • Begins and ends at Saengerfest Park at the corner of Strand and 23rd St. • Walk, bike, or golf cart • 34 challenge stops, 2 selfie stops, and 1 bonus • Get up to 100 Treasure Coins For more info and to sign up call (844)7529386 or go to islandtreasurehunts.com.

Mention “IG5” and get $5 off!

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Palm Beach is open daily this summer through August 20th.

Don’t miss out on Bands on the Sand through 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 ages 3 and younger can enter free.

Each show ends with a fireworks display over Offats Bayou, overlooking the Moody Gardens pyramids.

Bands scheduled are (weather permitting): • August 4th: Rat Ranch - Rock/Variety • August 5th: Dustin Burt Country Rock • August 11th: Bourbon Street - Variety • August 12th: Guests are invited to finish their summer A Sure Thing -Variety with a splash - complete with sinking their toes As the summer season comes to an end, in white sand at Palm Beach!

Palm Beach will be open weekends only August The Moody Gardens summer hot spot, com- 26th-September 9th, including Labor Day. plete with private beach, is still open for sumAdmission is $23.95 for adults, $18.95 for mer fun with the opportunity to keep cool at children and seniors, or $65 for a season pass.

Palm Beach in the 650-foot lazy river, wave pool, Children ages 3 and younger can enter Palm and two 18-foot tower slides or you can lounge Beach free. beneath palm trees.

For more info about Palm Beach and Bands Other attractions include beach volleyball on on the Sand, go to moodygardens.com or call and the Aquarium Adventure play area.

(800)582-4673.

The splashpad automated aquatic water Moody Gardens® is a public, non-profit, feature offers interactive dump buckets, spray educational destination utilizing nature in the arches, and fountains for a day of fun at the advancement of rehabilitation, conservation, beach. recreation, and research.

Keep Cool This Summer At Moody Gardens Palm Beach A Lazy River, Tower Slides, Live Music with Fireworks, and More

ETC Spoofs the 70’s in NewIslandMusical “Disaster!”

ETC (East-End Theatre Company)

is pleased to announce the 15th season opener, “Disaster!” “Disaster!” is a new musical by Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick. Earthquakes, tidal waves, infernos, and the unforgettable songs of the 70’s take center stage in this homage to classic disaster films.

The year is 1979. All the hottest New York City A-Listers are putting on their platform shoes and polyester disco shirts and heading to the grand opening of Manhattan’s first floating casino and discotheque. Little do they know that the pier built to house the huge boat was drilled into the center of a dangerous and unstable fault-line. “Disaster!” spoofs some of the most famous and memorable disaster films of the 1970’s including “The Poseidon Adventure,” The Towering Inferno,” and “Earthquake.” “Disaster!” features many favorite songs from the ‘70’s including “Hot Stuff,” “I Am Woman,” “Knock On Wood,” “Daybreak,” “Hooked On A Feeling,” and many more.

Directed by Kim Mytelka, choreographed

by Jennifer Daugherty with musical direction

by Eduardo Guzman, the musical features several ETC favorites including Cameron Dunbar (Tony), Katie Harrison (Jackie), Justin Gonzalez (Chad), Sarah Meyers (Marianne), Patty Talley (Sister Mary Downey), Alex Petty (Ted Scheider), Sandi Morgan (Shirley Winters), Paul

Galveston Historical Foundation Events

Ongoing Events

Every Thursday (Menard Park at 28th and Seawall Blvd., 3-7pm) and Sunday (Downtown at 2508 Postoffice St., October-May 9am-1pm) Galveston’s Own Farmer’s Market brings locally grown produce, prepared foods, and edible farm products to residents of Galveston and the surrounding areas. On Sundays, the market is located at 2508 Postoffice St., and on Thursdays it is located at Menard Park, 2222 28th St. Mondays (5:30-7pm) - Life Drawing Studio Live models pose for short “gesture” drawings (or warm-ups) at the beginning of each session, followed by increasingly longer poses of up to Bishop’s Palace Tours minutes. Models may appear in costume, The Bishop’s Palace (a.k.a. Gresham House) 90 nude, or semi-clothed. Artists are encouraged to is a contributing building in the East End bring their own materials and supplies, (please, Historic District, a National Historic Landno photography). The spacious, well-lit studio is mark. Built of stone and steel for the railroad equipped with eight standing easels-so feel free magnate Walter Gresham and his family, this to bring paints-and 16 adjustable-angle drafting famous house was designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier Victorian-era architect. tables. The cost is $10 per session or purchase an 8-session pass for $60. For more info go to Bishop’s Palace is recognized as one of America’s finest examples of Victorian exuberance and galvestonartscenter.org.

Gilded-Age extravagance and is listed by the Third Saturday of every month (10am-4pm) U.S. Department of the Interior as a National - Galveston Island Market - Enjoy this arts Historic Landmark. Bishop’s Palace is located at and crafts market sponsored by the Galveston 1402 Broadway Ave. J. Art League. The market features handcrafted and handmade: soaps and bath items, unique Available Daily (11am-5pm) - Bishop’s Palace yard art, jewelry, photography, pottery, fine art, Audio Tours - Powered by Acoustiguide, the aprons, baked goods, leather goods, plants, Bishop’s Palace Audio Tour allows visitors to see seaglass, pens, candles, toys, jams, pickles, historical images not seen by previous tours on wooden sculpture, stained glass, and more. a handheld, high-resolution screen. The Acoustiguide device also features new tour commentary Galveston Island Market is located at 22nd and Mechanic St. For more specifically created for the self guided format. Tickets info go to galvestonislandare $6-$11. market.com or find the event on Facebook.

Events Daily - Artist Boat August 5th (11am) conducts daily tours of all Summer at the Seaport different kinds for different Class: Flag Etiquette skill levels, and ages.

- Step into a world of Destinations include East maritime language, End Lagoon, Christmas learn how ships used to Bay, Drum Bay, Armand communicate with each Bayou, Galveston Island other using only color and State Park, Trinity Riverlines. Then create your own flag that will fly at ELISSA’s mast. Classes are at Pier 22 and Harbor- Cypress Swamp, and Artist Boat’s Coastal Heritage side and are free with paid general admission to Preserve. Artist Boat provides kayak, paddle, and lifejacket. Public and private tours are available. the Texas Seaport Museum.

For more info and to register go to artistboat.org September 16th (4:30-6pm) - Sally B. Wallace or call (409)770-0722.

Preservation Awards - The 2017 Sally B. Wallace Preservation Awards recognize Second Saturday of every month (9-11am) Hager (Maury Winters), Caitlyn Mytelka (Lisa/ outstanding projects and craftspeople involving “Birding 101” is presented by Moody Gardens Ben), and Kyle Crawford (Scott). Making her the preservation, restoration, and enhancement and Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council ETC debut as Levora Verona is Aggie Balka. of Galveston County’s historic buildings and and is a series of free classes designed to educate Rounding out this fantastic cast is a phenomneighborhoods. The annual award ceremony is and excite people about the tremendous variety enal ensemble (each portraying several characnamed after the late Sally B. Wallace, one of the ters) consisting of Brennan Blankenship, Sophia driving forces behind Galveston Island’s preserva- of bird life routinely seen around Galveston Island. Classes meet at the Aquarium Pyramid Carraro, Cody House, Holt Kirkindoll, Juliana tion movement and a pivotal figure in saving the lobby in Moody Gardens located at 1 Hope Blvd.

Miller, and Chris Monteith. antebellum Ashton Villa from demolition. For can attend at any time in the series. For Performances for this rip-roarious musimore info and tickets go to galvestonhistory.org. You more info go to galvestonnaturetourism.org. cal are going on through August 19th. All perSeptember 30th (2-7:30pm) - WWI Marker formances will be at ETC, 2317 Mechanic in & Concert - Join GHF as they Third Saturday of every month (9-11am) Downtown Galveston. Performances are Thurs- Commemoration recognize the 100th anniversary of World War I “Birding 201” classes allow participants, led day, Friday, and Saturday evenings at 8pm. with a day of special events focusing on Galves- by an instructor, to visit areas on the Island and There will be a Sunday matinee at 2:30pm on spy some of the tremendous variety of birds ton’s pivotal role in delivering the Zimmerman August 6th. Tickets to this side-splittingly funny telegram to Mexico in 1917. Schedule of events here. Participants should meet in the Aquarium musical are $30 for adults and $25 for students include: Zimmerman Telegraph Historic Marker Pyramid lobby in Moody Gardens located at 1 and senior citizens.

Hope Blvd. The cost for the class is $5 To reserve Dedication at 2pm, Zimmerman Telegraph All tickets may be purchased by visiting the Lecture with Dr. Thomas Boghardt at 3pm, and a spot call no later than the Wednesday prior to website at islandetc.org or by calling the box the Saturday class. For more info call (409)683History on Tap featuring French 75’s and Rum 4104 or go to galvestonnaturetourism.org.

Rationing Station at 5:30pm. office at (409)762-3556.

Galveston Historical Foundation (GHF) offers many events that are open to the public.

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August 5th (11am-5pm) - Sandcastle Lesson at Stewart Beach - Learn how to build a sandcastle from a professional sand artist.

Stewart Beach will be hosting free sand castle lessons at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm.

This event is BYOB - bring your own bucket!

August 5th (12 noon-5pm) - Shrevepunk Pop-Up - If you’re in Galveston and love to shop vintage and handmade goods, this is the time to do so. The Shrevepunk Pop-Up will feature steampunk inspired handmade and vintage fashion pieces from the recent Agora Borealis fashion show in Shreveport, Louisiana. This event will be held at Synister on the Strand, 2319 Strand St. For more info find the event on Facebook.

August 5th (1-5pm) - Screen Printing Demo - Eric Pearce of Burning Bones Press will lead a hands-on screenprinting demonstration in the Peaches Kempner Studio Classroom at Galveston Arts Center. Visitors are invited to pull a print of their own, using a squeegee to transfer a design onto a postcard to take home. This activity is free, takes just a few minutes, and all materials are provided. For more info go to galvestonartscenter.org.

August 5th (9am-1pm) - 2017 Island Church Wiener Dog Events - See these tiny titans go for the gold in The Biggest Little Race in Galveston. Enter your dachshund into the Wiener Dog Best Pet Trick, Wiener Dog Best Costume, and the Wiener dog races. This event will be held at Island Church located at 7100 Jones Dr. For more info and to register your dog find the event on Facebook.

August 6th (5-9pm) - 2nd Annual All White Boat Party - At this ultra exclusive 2nd Annual All White Boat Party, party with the highest of sophistication where the upper echelon can relax, relate, and can get reacquainted. The boat leaves from Moody Gardens, 1 Hope Blvd. There

will be three levels, three DJs, hors d’oeuvres, and cash bar. For more info and tickets find the event on Facebook.

August 10th (6-9pm) - Corks & Canvas - Come out to From the HeART Gallery CORKS & CANVAS party with award winning watercolor and acrylic artist Kelly Halbach. You will be painting butterflies, one of her many specialties.

The cost is $40 per person; all supplies (& wine) included. Space is limited; call to reserve your space today at (409)300-3009.

August 12th (11am-5pm) - Food Truck Event at Stewart Beach - The Cuban Spot and Pounders Food Truck will be setting up shop at Stewart Beach.

Grab some delicious food while soaking up the sun!

August 13th (12 noon3pm) - The Boutique Bridal Show of Galveston Island - The Boutique Bridal Show of Galveston Island is presented by KG Weddings & Events and Island Flowers. This is a boutique-style event where you can meet with 30-40 vendors one-on-one and book all in one day! This one stop shop has helped so many brides and grooms in planning their weddings. For more info go to bridalshowgalveston.com.

September 23rd (12 noon-3pm)- Kids Fish 2 Tournament - Calling all youth anglers for this fun 5th annual event! Registration prices are $10 per youth angler ages 12 and under, and $15 per teen angler ages 13-15. This event is hosted by West End Anglers. For more info and tickets go to fishwestend.com.

September 30th-October 21st (10am-4pm) Texas Museum Quilt Show - The Texas City Museum is reviving its annual Quilt Show. Enjoy beautiful quilts by local artists and vote for your favorite one. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for seniors, and children ages 6 and older are $2.

For more info go to texas-city-tx.org/page/rec. museum.

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 using activities or experiments. Children 18 years of age and younger are admitted free with a paying chaperone. The Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig land mass known as Pangaea. Over time, the & Museum is located at Pier 19. For more info spreading of the sea floor and plate tectonics call (409)766-7827 or go to oceanstaroec.com. separated the supercontinent and created geologic formations. Using modeling clay and a special tool, you will get to speed up geologic Upcoming Family Days for 2017 August 12th - Needle Through a Balloon - Learn time to see how subsurface processes create an amazing trick—almost like magic! A bamboo “folding and faulting” which affects where oil and skewer coated with petroleum jelly demonstrates gas can be found in the ocean. the elasticity of polymers when pushed through a December 9th - An Offshore Holiday - The term balloon. Locate the areas on the balloon that can “Christmas Tree” means something very different be stretched, allowing the skewer to penetrate in the Oil and Gas Industry. See the museum’s through the balloon without it popping. version of a Christmas Tree while learning about September 9th - Life on a Rig - Step aboard the polymer chains. Create a model of a simple Ocean Star, and learn about the different kinds of carbon chain using red and green construction offshore structures, what they do, and who works paper—fit for your very own holiday tree! on them. Search the museum to discover more To list your events, please send info about these vehicles at sea, and see what you by the 20th of each month to: would look like as an offshore oil worker. Try on safety gear, explore the old control room, and participate in a scavenger hunt during your visit.

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The Grand’s New Season:

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A Seafood Lover’s Paradise

Two full days of shrimp, music, friends, and fun begins on Friday, September 29th and runs through Saturday, September 30th. Event activities include a Shrimp Gumbo Cook-Off, Gumbo Tasting, Official 5K, Lil’ Shrimps Parade, live music, vendors, kids area, and a Strand Merchant Walk-About. There is plenty for the whole family to enjoy!

Gumbo Stroll Join in as Galveston’s Historic Downtown Strand District is transformed into a melting pot of flavors. With more than 80 teams from award winning cookers to backyard roux roughnecks you will want to get in early to try them all.

Teams lining the Historical Strand District will dish out a sample to festival attendees who have purchased an official Gumbo Tasting Cup. Walk around and try countless samples for the four hour span, plus enjoy the live music and cold beer. Save $5 when you purchase early!

Cook Off Whip up a batch of your best gumbo recipe and bring it on down to the Galveston Historical Strand. Compete for the gold and Shrimp Gumbo Champion bragging rights. Although every gumbo has it’s own unique taste, they can’t all be winners. Here is your chance to light up those judges’ taste buds and show ‘em what you got! There is a $1,000 cash prize. Sign up early

Galveston Island Mini Maker Faire: Call is Open for Makers

Are you interested in exhibiting at the Galveston Island Mini Maker Faire? Then apply to be a Maker! If you have a special skill or talent, show it off!

Makers are good at all sorts of things.

Galveston Island Mini Maker Faire hopes to feature a wide range of makers: bakers to bridge makers, metal benders to hem menders, yo-yoers, fire blowers, balloonists, and cartoonists are all welcome to join. Whatever your passion, become a Maker today! Galveston Island Mini Maker Faire will accept applications for makers from now until September 8th. Applications can be found at galveston.makerfaire.com or on Facebook.

Show and Tell Makers participating purely by sharing their project and inspiring others to make are not

and receive lots of perks!

Shrimp Scamper In cooperation with the Galveston Island Shrimp Festival, this is your opportunity to scamper your way around Galveston and follow it up with a day of great eats and drinks!

The race will start and end at 28th and Seawall.

Perks include free libations, performance t-shirt, pre-run snacks, placing medals, costume contest, downtown activities after the run and more.

Use Promo Code: SHRIMP15 for 15% off your run ticket. The 5K combo includes: • Gumbo Tasting Cup for entry into The Galveston Island Shrimp Festival • 5K Registration with chip timing • Fun performance t-shirt • 1 free beer at early packet pickup/runner’s happy hour at Beerfoot Brewery and another free beer after the Run Walkabout Take a break from the September heat and stop into some of the island’s most popular Strand merchants for a quick browse or some serious shopping. Visit all of the shops on your walkabout card, get a stamp from each one, turn in your card by 4pm, and enter for a chance to win hundreds of dollars worth of gift cards to the participating stores.

For more info and to get tickets go to galvestonshrimpfestival.com.

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.

Dixie’s Tupperware Party

Saturday, August 12th (8pm) NBC’s “The Today Show” exclaimed, “It’s Not your Grandma’s Tupperware Party” and with good reason. This hilarious one-person comedy has become one of the most successful off-Broadway tours of the last decade. Dixie Longate, the fast-talking Tupperware Lady, packed up her catalogues, left her children in an Alabama trailer park, and now travels across the US and around the world throwing good ol’ fashioned Tupperware Parties filled with hilarious stories, heartfelt accounts of its importance to women, free giveaways, outrageous audience participation, and the most fabulous assortment of Tupperware ever sold on a theater stage.

Who better to bring the joy of Tupperware to a mass audience than the gal, who since 2003, has been recognized yearly by Tupperware as one of their top sellers! Tickets start at $22.50.

Ronnie Milsap Farewell Tour

Saturday and Sunday, September 16th-17th (Saturday, 8pm and Sunday, 3pm) With 40 #1 hits, 6 Grammy awards, and asked to pay an exhibit fee. Maker Faire proa dozen CMA vides these Makers with exhibit space and any awards includrequired tables, chairs, power, etc., at no cost ing Entertainer to the Maker. Maker Faire aims to create a fun, of the Year and engaging, and inspiring event. Exhibitors are four turns at Male asked to focus on the DIY nature and show and Vocalist of the tell, instead of focusing on branding or market- Year, Ronnie Miling a product or service. sap is a true legend. Not only has Ronnie Milsap been a consistent chart topper and true icon in More Info the industry, he is known for his highly entertainGalveston Island Mini Maker Faire is a ing live show. Ronnie’s humor is on display with hands-on visual feast of invention and creativity and a celebration of the Maker movement in fun stories from his time in the business, as well as a diverse mix of hits that showcase his amazGalveston.

The Galveston Children’s Museum is host to ing musical talent. Ronnie’s connection to his audience is unrivaled. A Ronnie Milsap show is a this celebration of technology, arts, craftsmanship, science, and the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) cul- true event! Don’t miss your final opportunity to ture. It’s for innovative, creative people who like see this amazing performer. Tickets start at $37. to tinker and love to create and also for those Chita & Tune - Two For The Road curious minds who want to see what new and Saturday, September 23rd (8pm) innovative things are just around the corner…

Two of Broadway’s legendary performers, and get hands-on!

Chita Rivera and Tommy Tune, appear together Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, in a stunning opening night at The Grand. Multicurious people who enjoy learning and who Tony winning artists Rivera and Tune have love sharing what they can do. From engineers dazzled audiences everywhere with their singto artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire ing, dancing, acting, and directing talents. It’s no is a venue for these “makers” to show hobbies, wonder their show is playing to crowds that are experiments, and projects. It’s the Greatest Show standing room only! Tickets start at $48. (and Tell) on Earth - a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity, and resourcefulness. Jimmy Webb - The Glen Campbell Years Saturday, October 7th (8pm) Glimpse the future and get inspired!

For more info go to galveston.makerfaire.

Composer Jimmy Webb pays tribute to his com or find the event on Facebook. friend Glen Campbell, sharing highlights of

the 100+ recordings from the Webb/Campbell songbook. Enjoy Jimmy’s moving recollections – complete with photos, video, audio clips, and humorous stories − from the partnership that produced “By the Time I Get to Phoenix,” “Wichita Lineman,” “Galveston,” and more.

Tickets start at $25.

The Beach Boys

Sunday, October 15th (7pm) Conventional measurements fall short when you’re assessing the impact of The Beach Boys. They’ve created a torrent of hit singles and sold tens of millions of albums. But of greater significance, they changed the musical landscape so profoundly that every pop act since has been in their debt.

Don’t miss an amazing evening of “Good Vibrations” at The Grand! Tickets start at $30.

Joshua Bell

Sunday, October 22nd (3pm) With a career spanning more than 30 years as a soloist, chamber musician, recording artist, and conductor, Joshua Bell is one of today’s most-celebrated violinists. Bell has recorded more than 40 CDs garnering Grammy, Mercury, Gramophone, and Echo Klassik awards, as well as the Avery Fisher Prize. Enjoy this amazing artist, performing with his pianist, in the beauty and intimacy of The Grand. Tickets start at $30.

“Nosferatu” - Silent Film with Rob Landes at the Organ

Friday, October 27th (8pm) Originally released in 1922 as “Nosferatu, Eine Symphonie Des Grauens,” (A Symphony of Horror), director F. W. Murnau’s eerie adaptation of Stoker’s “Dracula” is a silent masterpiece that to this day is the most striking and frightening portrayal of the legend. A silent film accompanied by Rob Landes at the organ, “Nosferatu” is the perfect performance to set the mood for Halloween. Tickets start at $20.

An Evening with Sophia Loren

Sunday, November 12th (4pm) Of all the foreign sex symbols to explode on the American screen in the 1950’s, Sophia Loren is the most iconic and the most enduring. Rescheduled from the Spring of 2017, the Oscar-winning actress will captivate you with an intimate onstage conversation featuring former “Entertainment Tonight” host Bill Harris, along with film clips, home movies, and a Q & A from the audience. Subscription seats may not be available for this performance. Tickets start at $55.

Willie Nelson and Family

Monday, November 13th (7:30pm) With a six-decade career and 200 plus albums, this iconic Texan is the creative genius behind the historic recordings of “Crazy,” “Red Headed Stranger,” and “Stardust.” Join us as we welcome Willie and Family back to The Grand for this encore performance!

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Boots, class, and a little sass is what you will find at Boots & BBQ on August 17th at Stringfellow Orchards, 7902 Hwy. 6, Hitchcock, Texas. Honoring Chris and Stephanie Doyle, and benefiting the Salvation Army of Galveston County, Boots & BBQ is the first fundraising event coordinated by the recently formed Women’s Auxiliary of the Galveston County Salvation Army.

Boots & BBQ is sponsored by Sam and Doris Collins of Stringfellow Orchards, Texas First Bank, My Galveston Getaway, A&A Machine and Fabrication, Fred and Kim Raschke, and SER-Jobs for Progress Gulf Coast. Additional sponsorship opportunities are now available.

Dine under the giant oaks on the historic Stringfellow Orchards estate, and enjoy

a Texas-sized menu of barbecue prepared by the Lighthouse Charity Team. Grab your partner and dance along to great country music, or just grab a barbecue plate to go.

“The Salvation Army has an incredible history in Galveston County,” honoree Chris Doyle said. “Their disaster work that is now performed all over the world started here during the 1900 storm. As was the case back then, the Army stands ready to serve those in need throughout our county. From disaster recovery to utility assistance to a hot meal or a comfortable place to sleep, they are here to assist those who are less fortunate than you and I. The newly formed Women’s Auxiliary of the Salvation Army is hard at work supporting their mission in ‘Doing the Most Good.’ Please join me at their first official event, Boots & BBQ. I promise a really good time for a great cause!”

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FunMoody at The Movies at Moody Gardens Gardens hosts a variety of movies throughout the

year for the whole family to enjoy. Moody Gardens is located at 1 Hope Blvd. For more info call (800)582-4637 or go to moodygardens.com.

Featuring the largest screen in Texas and top-of-the-line surround sound system, Moody Garden’s state-of-the-art 3D viewing experience gives guests the best viewing experience in the world.

Individual tickets to the 3D and 4D movies are $10.95 for Family fun is taking on a new meaning this summer at Galves- adults and $8.95 for children 4-12 and seniors (65+). Children 3 and under are free. ton’s East Beach with friendly competitions between families.

Family Beach Challenges are free and will take place on 3D Movies - Through August 19th August 20th and September 3rd from 11am-5pm.

• 9am – “Cars 3 3D” Families are invited to go head-to-head in a series of compe- • 11:30am – “Amazon Adventure 3D” titions including giant Jenga, sack races, and more – all to win • 12:25pm – “Great White Shark 3D” some fantastic prizes.

– “Secret Ocean 3D” These events are free to the public and structured for groups • 1pm • 1:50pm Alive 3D” of four people. The family with the most points at the end of the • 2:25pm –– “Dinosaurs “Amazon Adventure 3D” day will receive a $500 gift card, plus tickets to Island attractions. • 3:20pm – “Great White Shark 3D” The events will consist of separate play stations around the – “Dinosaurs Alive 3D” beach where families can gain points and include the following: • 3:55pm • 4:30pm – “Amazon Adventure 3D” • Fut Golf: 3 Holes, 2 families at the same time, 15 points to the • 5:25pm - “Secret Ocean 3D” winner - “Amazon Adventure 3D” • Tug of War: 2 families at the same time, 3 rounds per game. The • 6:15pm • 7:10pm - “Dinosaurs Alive 3D” first family that wins two times will get the points, 30 points to • 7:40pm - “Amazon Adventure 3D” the winner • Volleyball: One set of 15 points, 2 families at the same time, 25 • 8:35pm – “Cars 3 3D” points to the winner August 20th-September 1st • Sack Race: 4 families at the same time, 2 team members run from • 10am – “Dinosaurs Alive 3D” each side, 20 points to the winning team • 10:35am – “Amazon Adventure 3D” • Jenga: 2 families at the same time, first team to win gets the • 11:30am – “Great White Shark 3D” points, 5 points station • 12:05pm – “Secret Ocean 3D” • Dominoes: 2 families at the same time, first team to win gets the • 1pm – “Dinosaurs Alive 3D” points, 5 points station • 1:40pm – “Amazon Adventure 3D” • Memory Card: 2 families at the same time, first team to win gets • 2:40pm – “Great White Shark 3D” the points, 5 points station • 3:20pm – “Dinosaurs Alive 3D” • Castle Contest: 4 families at the same time, 20 minutes to build a • 4pm – “Amazon Adventure 3D” castle, 50 points to the winner • 5pm - “Secret Ocean 3D” The Family Beach Challenges will be held at Galveston’s East • 5:55pm - “Amazon Adventure 3D” Beach. For complete rules and regulations and to register in 4D Movies - Through August 26th advance, go to galvestonchallenge.com.

Hi-def digital 4D projection with DTS surround sound immerse you as wind, mist, leg ticklers, and other special effects provide a short-film experience that is a thrill for all ages.

• 10am-3:40pm - “Dino Island II 4D” • 4-8pm - “Ice Age: No Time for Nuts 4D” There’s thousands of things to do on Galveston Island!

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Every item There are a lot of exciting up for grabs OkraFest hosted by Galveston’s Own Farmers is donated by new series of cooking classes.

Market is a gourmet affair.” With foods sourced local busi• August 3rd (11am-2pm) from local farms and food artisans and served nesses and Kids Cozy Comfort Foods, in a beautiful historic setting, all to the tune of entrepreneurs whose work is admired and $50 live music, prizes, and good company, this is an shares the vision for a vibrant Galveston.

• August 4th (6:30-9pm) you won’t want to miss.

After the fun and success of last year, Southern Fried Chicken Feast, event Revel in the coastal region’s year-long grow- Galveston’s Own Farmers Market is thrilled and $65 ing season and enjoy a good time, all in the humbled to host this summer event once more.

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In Galveston, digging in the sand isn’t just for building sand castles. Thanks to The Bucket Brigade program, sponsored by Artist Boat and the Galveston Park Board, the beach can be an exciting classroom where participants can learn about the important relationship between the coastal ecosystem and the people who visit it.

Join the fun at these free Bucket Brigade Interpretive Beach Tours and explore the creatures and features that make Galveston’s coastal and marine ecosystems so special.

Tours last approximately one hour and involve hands-on activities to give visitors an appreciation for Galveston’s beaches.

Bucket Brigade Tours explore questions such as: “Why is the water brown?” “How is sargassum a good thing?” and “How do I connect to the ocean?”

“In Galveston, the beach’s ecosystem is teeming with life,” said Artist Boat Executive Director Karla Klay. “We believe that the more the public knows about how humans are connected to the marine environment, the more likely it is they will become good stewards of it.”

Bucket Brigade tours are offered Wednesday-Sunday throughout the summer. The 45-minute tours are held at 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, and 3:30pm.

Tours are offered at a variety of locations along Galveston beaches, including at Stewart Beach (Beach Patrol Tower 6) and 61st St. (Tower 61).

Sign up is on location, with a maximum of 20 participants per tour. Larger groups are welcome with advanced notice.

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5K’s & More August 12th - Galveston Sand Crab 5K, 10K,

Brigade Tours sign.

The Bucket Brigade, in conjunction with the Galveston Island Park Board of Trustees, provides free interpretive tours to beach-goers on Galveston Island. The Bucket Brigade’s goal is to increase public understanding of the positive role of sargassum and turbid water in the marine and coastal ecosystems.

Bucket Brigade will also highlight the impact everyone can have on coastal ecosystems through marine debris and pollution, and has the potential to directly impact thousands of visitors including those from far away and right here in the Galveston Bay watershed.

Tours last approximately one hour and involve hands-on activities to give visitors an appreciation for Galveston’s different but not “dirty” beaches.

Bucket Brigade is made possible thanks to a grant from the Texas Coastal Management Program through the Texas General Land Office.

More info can be found at artistboat.org/events/category/ bucket-brigade or by calling (409)770-0722.

Battle on the Bay: Island Paddle’s 5th Annual Event

Island Paddle is hosting it’s 5th annual Battle on the Bay, held Saturday, August 26th at Moody Gardens, 1 Hope Blvd.

This family-friendly event will feature a 5K/10K stand up paddle race and dragon boat racing.

Enjoy live music, vendors, and more. There will be opportunities for newcomers to try a stand up paddle board and dragon boat. Battle on the Bay is family friendly and free to spectators.

Island Paddle is proud to announce its new partnership with the Gulf Coast Dragon Boat Alliance and the Houston Heat.

Moody Gardens Hotel is the event’s official hotel with special room rates. Be sure to mention special code for event room rate.

Check out other features in Moody Gardens such as the Aquarium, the WaterPark, Zip-Lining, ButterFly exhibit, and more.

For more info go to battleonthebaygalveston.com.

Island Paddle is a Proud Supporter of Mauli Ola Foundation (mauliola.org) and Lighthouse of Houston (houstonlighthouse.org).

For more info and to register go to ftrracemanagement.com/summer-swim-sprint.html.

August 19th (8:30-10:30am) - Triathlon Skills and Kid’s Beach Mile - Start and finish at East Clinic - Practice your triathlon skills hosted by Beach in Apffel Park. Run entirely on sand, the Fit Tri Run. Beginners and experienced athletes Sand Crab is a great way to get a little exercise are welcome. Athletes will be split into groups under the stars on a beautiful Galveston Beach based on experience so you get the most out of at night and have a few beers and other refresh- the clinic. FTR will walk through each leg of a ments while listening to great music with other triathlon including transitions and give you the runners on a summer night. All races are chip best tips and secrets to help guide you through timed including the Kid’s Mile. The Kid’s Mile your first triathlon or shred time off your next will start at 8pm. Parents are welcome to run triathlon. Bring your swim, bike, and run gear. with kids free of charge. The 5K/10K will start The clinic just $15 (includes pool fee). For more at 8:30pm. The 5K run is very walker friendly info and to register go to ftrracemanagement. with a two hour cut off. The 10K is walkable com/triathlon-skills-clinic.html. but will share the two hour cut off. 10K runners September 9th - The Daily News Press Run must be at the 3.1 mile turnaround within one hour. Registration prices are $20-$65. This event - Run, walk, or jog in Galveston’s premier Causeway Run. The Daily News Press Run benefits The Galveston Island Humane Society. supports the Newspapers In Education program.

For more info and to register go to runintexas.

Featuring certified 5K and 10K courses, an com/gcrab. exciting Kid’s 1K, vendor booths, food, drinks, August 19th - Summer 2017 Swim & Sprint snacks, moonwalks, music, a costume contest, Summer in Texas gets hot; cool off with this fun and much more, this race is fun for everyone! series in Galveston! Keep track of your progress For more info go to dailynewspressrun.com. throughout the summer, and have some fun. The September 17th - Captain Kids Triathlon - In cost is $20. The Swim & Sprint is a 300 yard its 4th year, Captain Kids Tri is a triathlon just for pool swim and one mile run, chip timed. The kids. There are two divisions: Mates (USAT age series also offers open swims, clinics, gear, and fun. The event starts at 8am at 200 Seawolf Pkwy. 11-14) and Mini Mates (USAT ages 6-10) with

It’s A Hot Sizzling Hot Time at Galveston PleasureIslandPier This Summer Historic Pleasure Pier features family-ori-

ented attractions including rides, midway 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 online at pleasurepier.com.

Pleasure Pier has many scheduled events coming up within the next few months which include: Sunday Movie Nights: • August 6th (8:30pm) - “Finding Dory” • August 13th (8:30pm) - “Sing” Texas Country Music Series - Every Thursday night, 5-9pm: • August 3rd - Zac Stokes • August 10th - Kirk Baxley Band • August 17th - Chad Ware Band • August 24th - Landon Bullard and the Mostly Sober Other Live Music lineup: • August 4th (6-10pm) - City Nights • August 5th (6-10pm) - A Sure Thing • August 11th (6-10pm) - Velvet Punch • August 12th (6-10pm) - Angel Garcia Trio • August 18th (6-10pm) - Zak Perry Band • August 19th (6-10pm) - Zach Person Band • August 20th (4:30pm & 8:30pm) - Radio Frequency • August 25th (6-10pm) - Max Flynn Band • August 26th (6-10pm) - Adrian’s Circle • August 27th (4:30pm & 8:30pm) - The Bourbon Brothers Other Events • August 16th - National Roller Coaster Day • August 25th-27th - Landry’s Select Club Weekend - LSC members receive Buy One Get One All Day Ride Pass at regular price ($26.99), get the 2nd FREE! Must show valid LSC card.

• September 1st-4th - Labor Day Weekend - Three Parks – One Pass for $39.99 enjoy unlimited visits on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday to the Pleasure Pier, Kemah Boardwalk, and Downtown Aquarium Houston.

All events are weather permitting. For more info and a full list of events go to pleasurepier.com.

different course distances. This race is $65 and is limited to 600 participants. For more info and to register go to captainkidstri.com.

September 24th - Island Girl Tri - Island Girl Tri is a super fun multi-sport event! This race is perfect for those who want to do their first triathlon and for veteran triathletes as well.

Enjoy a 200m swim in the Palm Beach lazy river at Moody Gardens, a flat 8 mile bike ride in Galveston, and a 2 mile run around the lush and tropical Moody Gardens. Stick around for postrace fun, food, and refreshments. They welcome women and girls, ages 8 years old and up. For more info go to islandgirltri.com.

September 23rd - Wicked Wine Run - Race through the beautiful and scenic oceanside at East Beach, Galveston. The 5K Wicked Run begins at 5:30pm, and the 1K Wicked Tasting Walk begins at 7pm. 5K participants are required to finish in one hour or less. For more info go to wickedwinerun.com.

September 30th - 5k Shrimp Scamper - Enjoy the official 5K of the Galveston Island Shrimp Festival. This is your opportunity to scamper your way around Galveston’s beautifully rebuilt beach and follow it up with a day of great eats and drinks. For more info about the Galveston Island Shrimp Festival go to galvestonisland-

shrimpfestival.com.

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.

October 21st - The Toughest 10K Galveston This run is part of The Texas Bridge Series. Run the Kemah Bridge in September, the Galveston Causeway in October, and the Fred Hartman Bridge in November to get a commemorative special medal. The race will start at 7:30am and will be chip timed. For more info and to register go toughest10kgalveston.org.

October 28th - 17th Annual D’Feet Breast Cancer Run/Walk - Join in for the 17th Annual D’Feet Breast Cancer Run/Walk at Moody Gardens, 1 Hope Blvd. The D’Feet Breast Cancer 5K Run, 10K Run, 5K Walk, and Kids 1K is truly a “Celebration of Life.” Register now, and help D’Feet Breast Cancer in Galveston County. For more info and to register go to athlinks.com.

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Galveston State Park Offers Family-Friendly Outdoor Activities The Galveston State Park has

numerous events going on this month. These events are fun for the entire family. Most events are free, however, you must pay $5 to get into the park. Galveston State Park is located on the west end of the Island at 14901 FM 3005, Galveston. For more info call (409)737-1222 or go to tpwd.state.tx.us/state-parks/ galveston-island. Events are: August 2nd (8-10:30am) Morning Paddle - Join this paddling program, ages 13 years and up. In this session you will receive quick instruction, free gear rental, and a guided trip with Ranger Lisa into a protected cove of Galveston Bay. Limited spaces are available, and reservations are required.

August 4th, 11th, 18th (6:30-7:30pm) - Turtle Patrol - Become a citizen scientist, and help the park to understand more about the Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle, an endangered species that nests Galveston Island State Park. Take a stroll down the beach and explore ways to help the environment.

August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th and September 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th (10-11:30am) – Beach Exploration - Hunt for Island treasures with a knowledgeable guide. Beach Exploration hikes start at the park’s Nature Center located on the bay side of the park, close to the main highway.

August 21st (3:30-4:30pm) – Star Party (Sun Fun!) - On August 21st, millions of people across the United States will see nature’s most wondrous spectacle — an eclipse of the sun. It is a scene of unimaginable beauty: the Moon blocks the Sun; daytime becomes a deep twilight, and the Sun’s

corona shimmers in the darkened sky. This event is your guide to understand, prepare for, and view this beautiful celestial event.

August 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th and September 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th (10-11:30am) – Bay Exploration - Join one of these weekly explorations of the connections between the mainland and island paradise - Galveston Bay. August 12th and September 9th (1-2pm) – Geocaching 101 - Learn how to find hidden treasure within the park and around the globe with this short, activity-based program about geocaching. “Geo” = Earth, “cache” = something hidden, like treasure or supplies.

August 19th (9am-12 noon) - Go Fish! Learn to Fish Event - Youth and adults can learn the basics of fishing through fun, hands-on activities. Take away a fishing fun pack and enter the drawing for door prizes. Equipment and bait provided or bring your own. No fishing license necessary.

August 26th (5:30-8pm) - Sunset Paddle - Join this adult paddling program. In this session you will receive quick instruction, free gear rental, and a guided trip into a protected cove of Galveston Bay. Limited spaces are available, and reservations are required.

Family Fun at Schlitterbahn Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston

is the hottest, coolest, and most thrilling destination for your family. Longer rides, more thrilling slides, always free parking, free tubes, and picnics welcome.

Tickets can be purchased at schlitterbahn.com.

In addition to the everyday fun to be at Schlitterbahn, mark your calendar for these special events.

Special Events: August 14th-27th (all day)- American Heroes Week - Members of the Military, Police, Firefighters, and EMTs are admitted free during this special week as a salute to the troops and public safety officers. Tickets for spouses and dependents are available for 50% off the gate price.

September 16th (10am-2pm)- Blood Drive - Receive exclusive discounts on gate admission or season pass and a free fall indoor ticket when you donate blood.

October 21st (10am-5pm)- LIFTED UP: Faith & Family Day - Enjoy a day of fellowship, fun, and music.

October 21st (7am-12 noon)- DFeet Breast Cancer - D’Feet Breast Cancer Run and Walk at Moody Gardens and Schlitterbahn.

All events are weather permitting. For more info and a full list of events go to schlitterbahn.com.

The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association Continues The Gulf Coast Volleyball Associa-

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tion (GCVA) is the largest outdoor volleyball association on the Gulf Coast and has been rated the #1 outdoor volleyball organization by Outdoor Volleyball USA. The GCVA features an array of highflying scheduled tournaments at Stewart Beach and East Beach, two of Galveston Island’s premier beach parks. Don’t miss out on the fun!

You do not have to be a GCVA member to participate. Check-in at East Beach is at 8:30am with tournaments beginning promptly at 9am.

For most tournaments, the first 100 players checking in at the beach will receive a free GCVA t-shirt. The entry fees are $25 per person, $50 per team.

You are playing on a REAL BEACH on the Gulf of Mexico and are subject at all times to Mother Nature. The GCVA Recorder at (832)928-4120 is updated by 5am Tournament Day, and earlier if possible.

For more info and to register for any of the tournaments go to gcva.net.

• August 13th - Hot as Hell Classic • September 3rd - GCVA Labor Day Classic • September 24th - GCVA Season Closer

Books

Galveston Bookshop Book Signing Galveston Bookshop is located at 317 23rd St., Galveston. For more

Philip McBride is a retired educator - having served as a teacher, a high school principal and Assistant Superintendent of Schools with the Lockhart, Texas ISD. info on this and other events call (409)750-8200 or go to galvestonbook- Saturday, August 26th (3-5pm) shop.com.

“The Night of the Virgin,” by Elliott Turner Saturday, August 12th (2-4pm) Galveston Bookshop will host a book

By Gini Rainey signing for Houston author Elliott Turner “Tangled Honor: A Novel of the Civil War” by Philip McBride “And The Day Came: A Family Saga” by Phyllis H. and his debut novel, “The Night of the Galveston Bookshop will host a book signing for Philip McBride, Moore Virgin.” author of “Tangled Honor,” a historical novel of the Civil War. In another one of her convoluted tales, Emmanuel “Manny” Hernandez left The action begins with a young John McBee joining an organized Moore presents a historical fiction novel based militia to battle the Comanche at Plum Creek, and quickly moves forthe Rio Grande Valley in his youth to on real-life characters who inhabited Lamar ward in time to Texas’ involvement in the Civil War. In 1862, as the pursue his dream of playing professional Peninsula and Refugio, Texas, starting with a war rages in Virginia, McBee, now captain, leads his company of Texas soccer. When his goal is complicated by history lesson of how the Spaniards and Danes Infantry into vicious combat at Gaines’ Mill, then Second Manassas, and a closely guarded family secret, and his came to Texas as settlers and immigrants. Doris Antietam. An Indian fighter at 20, now a Confederate officer at 40, Capambitions are impeded by injury and Marie Linney Moore, the central character of tain McBee and his troops will see plenty of battle action, all rendered in misfortune, his life seems to fall apart. the book, was orphaned as a child and grew up meticulous detail for the reader.

Manny’s journey isn’t over however, and with a subtle knowledge that something mysteDrawing on the actual experiences of Capt. J. J. McBride of Galveston, he pushes forward, eventually learning rious about her origin was being kept from her. who is the author’s ancestor, the action, military companies, and timethat family and community can provide With a sense of salt air and hot summer lines depicted in “Tangled Honor” are all based substantially on history the strength and motivation needed to persevere. days surrounding the various antics of Linand this officer’ s record of service.

Civil War buffs craving a dramatic perney, her siblings, and various cousins, aunts, “The Night of the Virgin” is told in four parts of varying style and narrative to accompany their appetite for battle tactics and miliand uncles who float through her life, you get a sonal points of view, providing a pulsating look at the Mexican-American comtary strategy will be pleased with McBride’ s lively style and attention to true feeling of their carefree days spent playing authentic period detail. munity’s struggles with poverty, alcoholism, and infidelity. Through the around the family’s bay house and in the warm “Tangled Honor” is the first of three novels covering the period of the story of a brash young man who matures into a loving father, the book waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The boys got into addresses the topics of identity and acceptance, hatred, and love. war from 1862 through 1864, with the narrative following McBee as he usual boy trouble, while the girls spent their Elliott Turner has covered sports, politics and culture as a freelance continues his service as an officer of the Confederacy.

“Redeeming Honor” time speculating on the deep, dark secrets of the journalist with bylines in “The Guardian,” “VICE Sports,” “Howler Magbegins as McBee leads his Texas company north to battle at Gettysburg family. azine,” “The Blizzard,” and others. “The Night of the Virgin” is his first and then south to Georgia. “Defiant Honor” continues as the fighting While this book was almost as convoluted intensifies and personal intrigues plague the Captain. novel. Elliott lives in Houston with his wife and two children. as Moore’s book “Tangled” with lots of characters and intriguing family issues, I found I couldn’t put it down until I finished it because I, Melody Van Kay leads this preschool yoga class for ages 13-18. too, wanted to know what the family secret was. for caregivers and their 3-5 year olds.

August 25th (3-5pm) - Teen Gaming: Wii U and My only regret was that the revelation and resoAugust 11th-12th (3-4pm on Friday, and 10:30- Board Games - Play Mario Kart 8 or Super Smash lution was almost anticlimactic compared to the 11:30am on Saturday) - Hands-On Chemistry Bros. on the projector in the Wortham! There will anticipation I had been experiencing.

Roadshow Workshop - Do you love science also be new board games to play, like SuperRating: 5 of 5, © 2017 – Del Corazon LLC Rosenberg Library is located Downtown at and chemistry? Want to experience it up close fight, Pandemic, Settlers of Catan, and Sheriff of 2310 Sealy St., Galveston. For more info call and personal? Texas A&M will hold a hands-on Nottingham. Never heard of those? That’s fine (409)763-8854 ext. 135 or go to rosenbergchemistry workshop for children 10 and older.

- they’ll teach you how it works. This event is for library.org. All events are free and open to the Registration required at rosenberg-library.org. ages 13-18. public.

Registration is limited. Others are welcome to August 31st (3-5pm) - NOAA Sea Turtle Tour Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 12 noon-5pm observe.

Events for Homeschooling Families - Homeschooling “Guidebook to Angel Talk” offers readers August 1st (9:30-10am) - Toddler & Me Yoga August 16th (2:30-3:30pm) - Solar Eclipse: The families can meet at 4700 Avenue U, Building 305 a glimpse into the life of a clairaudient as the - Melody Van Kay leads this Toddler & Me yoga Celestial Event of the Century - Ranger Lisa from for an exclusive NOAA Sea Turtle Tour. Children author relays some of her own personal stories class for caregivers and their 10-36 month olds Galveston Island State Park will help you get ready must be older than 6 years old to join the tour. of angelic interaction. As she shares these sto(walkers). for the 2017 Solar Eclipse. Enjoy hands-on activi- Registration is required and space is limited. The ries, you may very well be able to see the divine August 2nd (7:30-6pm) - Up Close and Personal ties, information about solar viewing, and how to tour will last approximately 90 minutes. Strollers synchronicity in your own life. use a star chart. There are free eclipse glasses to will not be allowed inside the building.

“Angel Talk” is a fascinating true story about with Rose the Skink - Have you ever wondered each family available. This is geared for 2nd-6th one woman’s astonishing interactions with heav- what Rose’s favorite snack is? In this class, learn Every Monday through August 21st (5-7pm) graders but all ages are welcome. enly beings and her extraordinary recovery from about blue-tongued skinks and get up close and Chess Night - Come enjoy a game of chess. an incurable and debilitating disorder. In addi- personal with Rose.

August 18th (3-4pm) - Artists’ Alley: Writing Thursday through August 31st (3:45tion to her own miracle, the author also shares August 4th (3-5:15pm) - Finally Friday Movie Workshop - Are you interested in writing? Poetry, Every 4:15pm) - Kidz Pacz - Rosenberg Library is how several other family members have been prose, prose poetry it’ s up to you!

Novices and Night - It’s finally Friday, and that means it’s time working cooperatively with the Galveston County divinely touched and experienced healings. experienced writers alike are welcome at this Food Bank to ensure that children who receive “Angel Talk” conveys more than just a personal to kick back and watch a movie. See “Guardians meeting to discuss their writing, share experitheir primary meals at school are fed during story of healing; it is packed full of valuable life of the Galaxy” (PG-13) for Finally Friday Movie Night, and then get on the hold list for “Guardians ences, and get some writing done. Feeling some the summer months through the Summer Kidz lessons. s block?

Writing prompts will also be availwriter’ Pacz program. Kidz Pacz are distributed at no Cathy Catching also does angel readings and of the Galaxy: Volume 2.” Popcorn and soda will able. This event is for ages 13-18 year olds. be available. This event is for ages 13-18. charge to hungry children between the ages of teaches angelic communication.

August 24th (3-5pm) - Throwback Thursday 3-18 in the Wortham Auditorium. To learn more Both books can be purchased and signed at August 7th (11am-12 noon) - Paws to Read – Movie Night - School’s right around the corner, go to galvestoncountyfoodbank.org or contact Mysticatz, 2021 Strand #1, Galveston or online Practice your reading skills with therapy dog, at Amazon and Barnes & Noble. For more info Cory. so let’s go back in time with “Back to the Future” Amanda McCarty, Outreach Program Specialist call (409)740-1565, go to cathycatching.com, (PG) and zip back to the 1950’s in The DeLorean. at (409)945-4232 or amanda@galvestoncountyor facebook.com/ccatching.

August 8th (9:30-10am) - Preschool Yoga Popcorn and soda will be available. This event is foodbank.org.

Summer Reads for July

Rosenberg Library Celebrates the Hot Summer

Book Signings for “Guidebook to Angel Talk” and “Angel Talk” by Cathy Catching

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The Arts

has called Houston home for the past six years.

Kerl studied drawing and painting at the University of North Texas, as well as the University of Houston, where he earned his MFA in 2014.

His work has been exhibited widely in Texas, including the group exhibitions “HOT & WET” at Circuit12 Contemporary (2016) and “Fun” at Kirk Hopper Fine Art (2017), both in Dallas, Texas. He has also been the focus of solo exhibitions at Art Palace Gallery (2014, 2015) and Houston’s Texas Contemporary Art Fair (2016).

More recently, Kerl spent January 2017 in residence at 100 West Corsicana in Corsicana, Texas, in addition to completing his first mural at Circuit12 Contemporary’s PRIMER bookstore.

He is currently an Affiliate Artist Instructor of drawing and painting at the University of Houston. Kerl is represented by Art Palace in Houston. For more info go to bradleykerl.com.

Angel Oloshove (b. 1981, Temperance, MI) studied painting at California College of the Arts and went on to work in graphic design and toy development in Tokyo, Japan. In 2009, she turned her focus to develop her studio practice in ceramic sculpture. She balances a fine Galveston Arts Center (GAC) presents three art practice of sculptural ceramics as well has her own line of functional design pottery that exhibitions opening Saturday, August 26th, is stocked in design boutiques throughout the 6-9pm with artist talks beginning at 6:30pm.

United States. Her exhibition In the 1st floor gallery, Bradley “Floating Worlds” was selected Kerl presents new paintings and works on paper, including still as a Critic’s Pick for the April lifes and imagery mined from 2015 issue of “ArtForum.” In his day-to-day experiences, for 2015, she was named one of “Greenhouse.”

“Ten Modern Ceramists ShapIn the 2nd floor 1878 Galing the Future” by “AnOther lery, Angel Oloshove presents Magazine.” In 2015, Oloshove’s “The Ocean Never Closes,” a ceramic designs and artworks new series of ceramic totems were included in the surthat experiment with painterly vey exhibition “Texas Design glazes to express feelings of tranNow” at the Contemporary scendental experiences through Arts Museum, Houston. She form and color. The 2nd floor has exhibited at Gallery HanaBrown Foundation Gallery hou (New York), Front St. Galfeatures Christopher Cascio’s lery (Oakland, CA), and several exhibition, “XXXXXXXXXX arts institutions across Japan.

XXXXXXXXX,” which includes a Oloshove was a finalist for the new series of paintings that ref2015 Houston Artadia Award, erence traditional quilt patterns and will begin a residency at the and his past work incorporatHouston Center of Contempoing concert wristbands. These rary Art in the fall of 2017. For exhibitions will remain on view more info go to angeloloshove. through October 8th. com.

Houston-based painter BradChristopher Cascio is a ley Kerl presents “Greenhouse,” painter based in Houston. He is an exhibition of recent work a graduate of the San Francisco ranging from works on paper to large-scale Institute (BFA, 1999) and the University of paintings. Kerl mines his day-to-day experiences Art (MFA, 2013). Cascio has exhibited his for image-making opportunities: classroom still- Houston work extensively, including exhibitions at Devin life arrangements, a flowerbed at the grocery Borden Gallery, Cardoza Fine Arts, Rice Universtore, potted plants at the doctor’s office. These sity, Blaffer Museum, DiverseWorks, and Lawnseemingly mundane moments offer the artist dale Art Center in Houston, New Image Art and an opportunity to develop his particular vernacular. With the inclusion of etchings, works Maitland Foley in Los Angeles, Makebish in on paper, and small canvases, the artist’s varied New York, and other exhibitions in Dallas, San Antonio, and San Francisco. In 2014, he was approach to making fully realized, large-scale paintings will be on view for the first time in a included in the Contemporary Art Museum’s 65th anniversary show “Outside the Lines.” He major exhibition. was recently featured in “Sneeze Magazine” and Angel Oloshove presents a new series of reviewed in “Art in America.” Cascio teaches ceramic totems that reflect on the land, enviat Sam Houston State University and the High ronment, and its constant state of flux for the School for the Performing and Visual Arts. For exhibition “The Ocean Never Closes.” Oloshove’s work experiments with painterly glazes more info go to christophercascio.com. to express feelings of transcendental experiEvents ences through form and color. She describes Affaire d’Art (2227 Postoffice St., Suite B, her stacked stupa as connecting earth, water, (409)789-0079, affairedart.com) - “Get Your fire, wind, and the void. Oloshove’s works are Shine On,” a show celebrating metals, metallics, beacons, reveling in the beauty of the day and and more will be on display for the August 26th standing strong to weather the greatest storm.

ArtWalk.

In her work, clay is brought to a new light, as stone, vibrating with the history of the land.

The Artists’ Studio (1902 Avenue N, (512)217Christopher Cascio explores themes of 1994, galvestonstudio.com) Closed till September. obsession, compulsion, and ritual through Arts on Mechanic (2309 Mechanic St., (409)392painting and mixed media works. His exhibition, “XXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXX,” includes a 0851) - Along with original works on exhibit, new series of paintings that reference traditional reproductions of some featured artists works are available. Also featured is a wide variety of signed quilt patterns and his past work incorporating and numbered prints by nationally known artists concert wristbands. The title of the exhibition such as Matt Rinard, Eric Dowdle and Tom W. is intended to be both immediate and cryptic, Freeman. Unique and whimsical clay dog sculpredacted in an effort to reflect its futility. tures by New Orleans artist Chris Menconi are GAC is the organizer of ArtWalk, which also available. Other artists represented include takes place every six weeks in Downtown John Barber, Gabe Prusmack, Mike Quinn, J. A. Galveston. The ArtWalk brochure, which lists Soukup, David Crump, Karen Calhoun, Michael participating venues, hours, information, and map can be downloaded at galvestonartscenter. Breitsameter and jewelry by Jana Garcia. org. The galleries and the ArtWorks Museum ArtWalk will be held throughout town, ranging Store are open to the public Tuesday-Saturday in time from 4-10pm. This event is mostly held 11am-5pm, and Sunday 12 noon-5pm. Admis- in the heart of the downtown historic district, sion is free at all times. and now other parts of the Island. ArtWalk is a About the artists: free event that takes place in existing commerA native of southeast Texas, Bradley Kerl cial galleries, non-profit art spaces, and what are

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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 August 26th, October 14th, and November 25th.

Beta Gallery (2328 Strand, Ste. 206, (409)3703707, galveston.com/beta-gallery) - Beta Gallery features exciting new work by three talented gentlemen: Ulysses Penfield, Jussi Tinnemeyer and Kevin Jefferies. View their work in person and meet the artists tonight at ArtWalk!

Designworks Gallery (2119A Postoffice St., (409)766-7599, designworks-gallery.com) Designworks features a summer selection of various gallery artists.

From the HeART Gallery (511 23rd St., (409)300-3009, fromtheheart.gallery) - 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 Potluck Dinner is held every first Thursday of the month. Mommy & Me Sensory Art Class is held every first Sunday of the month; the cost is $20 per class, all art supplies, snacks, and drinks included. August 19th, 3-5pm the gallery will host a Silk Floral Design Workshop with floral designer, Catherine Hess. This class is $45 per person; all supplies are included.

G. Lee Gallery (2215 Postoffice St., (409)3707350, gleegallery.net) - Voted People’s Choice and Honorable Mention recipient at G. Lee Gallery’s SWAN Day art contest, G. Lee Gallery welcomes artist Elena Hernandez for her first one person show. Her artistic influences range from Frida Kahlo’s naïve folk art to H.R. Giger’s stylistic biomechanical art merging man and machine.

Hernandez’s first show “Portrait Art” combines her emotionally engaging portraits with a female monster series. Hernandez believes “all women feel imperfection, but these women wear their imperfections proudly.” Hernandez’s art will be on display through August 20th. G. Lee Gallery will also be showing resident artist George Douglas Lee’s stylish and prolific acrylics and mixed media,

Galvestonian artist and jeweler, Georgia Stathakos Leisey, oils by Bob Guicheret, and art jewelry by Annette Kinslow and Heather Schiappa.

Galveston Arts Center (2127 Strand St., (409)763-2403, galvestonartscenter.org) Galveston Arts Center (GAC) presents two exhibitions in conjunction with PrintHouston. In the 1st floor gallery, Abhidnya Ghuge transforms wood-block printed paper plates into an immersive installation for the exhibition “Changing Perspectives.” In the 2nd floor 1878 and Brown Foundation Galleries, “Collective Pulse” includes a selection of work by members of “Burning Bones Press,” a printmaking studio in the Houston Heights. These exhibitions will remain on view through August 20th.

Three exhibitions will open August 26th, 6-9pm with artist talks beginning at 6:30pm. In the 1st floor gallery, Bradley Kerl presents new paintings and works on paper for “Greenhouse.” In the 2nd floor 1878 Gallery, Angel Oloshove presents “The Ocean Never Closes.” The 2nd floor Brown Foundation Gallery features Christopher Cascio’s exhibition, “XXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXX.” These exhibitions will be on view through October 8th.

Galveston Art League (2117A Postoffice St., (409)621-1008, galvestonartleague.com) Galveston Art League will feature artist Leroy LeFlore. Leroy LeFlore resides in Galveston and has displayed his work at various galleries and during ArtWalks for the past 30 years. His favorite themes are Galveston Island inspired landscapes, seascapes, and neighborhood scenes. He also periodically diverts into maritime themes from past centuries. LeFlore works primarily in oil and watercolor. This particular show will feature new works, many that have not been shown before, including several recent "en plein air" paintings.

GIANT Art and Design Showroom (2427 Market, (409)392-3331, miltonausherman.com) - This new gallery features custom built furniture, selected decorative items and industrial strength paintings by Visual Actual plus traditional art and works on paper.

Heard Gallery (2217 Postoffice St., (903)3579073, theheardgallery.com) - The gallery owner and artist Ray Heard, features artwork that incorporates thick brush strokes and even thicker

pallet knife applications. This artistic combination is meant to encourage a multi-dimensional experience, giving viewers a sense of walking right into the painting. This work is the second of a new series by Heard entitled “Galveston Yards and Gardens,” and he is currently accepting photo submissions of similar scenes to add to this collection. With this offer to participate in this series of paintings, Heard hopes to present to the public a side of Galveston’s beauty that is not often seen.

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 Old Galveston Trading Company (2115 Postoffice, (409)599-7635, oldgalvestontradingco. com) - The Old Galveston Trading Company now has “Ringo Star” Octopus and Hibiscus Series canvas and paper prints by artist Jennifer Peck available for purchase. From Florida, Jennifer sent new embellished prints to offer something in all price ranges, along with the original mixed media pieces the store is already exhibiting. Also new is Ringo Starr, the latest addition to her Octopus collection, offered in a variety of sizes and prices.

The Proletariat Gallery (2221 Market St., (409)356-9092, proletariatgallery.com) - The Proletariat Gallery and Public House is a collaborative exhibition space and local hangout dedicated to enhancing the arts in Galveston. For ArtWalk, The Proletariat Gallery will feature Houston artist Nicole Gavin. Painting in several styles including Surrealism, Fauvism, Figurative, and Pop Art, using bright colors and bold brush strokes give her art a unique symbolic vocabulary that visually translates a range of emotions rather than describing a scene.

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. Rose West also

exhibits at Q2, you’ll love her small paintings of Joey’s photographs. Her usual high style and attention to detail prevails. She will be at Q2 for the July 15th ArtWalk.

René Wiley Gallery (2128 Postoffice St., (409)750-9077, renewileyart.com) - The René Wiley Gallery has an exhibition filled with Wiley’s bright bird paintings, featuring Gulf Coast species against abstract color patterns. Recent works also include landscapes of beach umbrellas and chairs under the island sun and rooftop views of Galveston Island, as well as mixed media landscapes by 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 will also be featured.

Strand Gallery (2418 Strand St., (409)2201777) - Jerry Graham is the featured artst for August. Browse Jerry’s extensive collection of small sculptures. The variety he offers reigns from small trees, crosses, sea creatures, and leaves, all created from his vivid imagination and by his hand. Also on exhibit will be Rose West, resident gallery artist who has ventured into coastal scenes of birds and beaches; Caitlyn Toney, resident glass jewelry maker; Joey Quiroga is exhibiting his Parade of Pelicans; The Alley Cats of Galveston exhibit; and Victoria Harris Tebo, resident gallery artist who not only has her nature photography available, but also her Island Blends Creations: grapefruit, lemongrass, and lavender sugar scrubs and body balms.

Third Coast Gallery (2413 Mechanic, (409)9744661 or (281)900-0444, thirdcoastgalleries.com) - Third Coast Gallery is pleased to announce the presence of two new artists, both of which beautifully complement the established works of gallery owner Jack Morris and other permanent gallery artists. Daniel Elliott’s “Varied Visions” will be on display for the third time at the gallery, and as always his work has brought a palpable exhilaration to the space. For the first time, Third Coast will feature the paintings of Robert Fox. Fox is a Galveston resident and a professor at the University of Houston whose unencumbered approach brings a freedom to his work.

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Music Joe Premo:

Inspiration Comes Almost Too Easy

By Rachel Delanoix

“Honestly, if I would have known guitar was this hard to do, I would have never started it,” Joe Premo leans forward in his chair, “because it’s that hard.”

About once a month, Premo can be found out on the MOD patio, surrounded by pedals and wires, performing live for the local crowd. His unique style of evocative guitar music and his laid back personality provide the perfect atmosphere for a warm summer night in historic Downtown Galveston.

A Texan by birth, and a Galvestonian for about five years now, Premo started playing guitar early, but it didn’t stick. “It was too hard to play the guitar so I just stopped. I was probably 18,” he explained.

After moving to Irving, Texas, for college, Premo made some friends who encouraged him to pick it up again. Twenty years later, an exacting professional, Premo doesn’t shy away from pushing himself to the physical limit. “Some songs you have to press on the strings really hard, and you have to press on the strings for a long time in the same position. And my fingers will start burning like somebody’s holding a match to them.”

Inspiration comes almost too easily for Premo, a prolific writer, who has mastered a routine that seeks to capture the fleeting spark that can be maddeningly elusive.

“Some songs come really fast. I’ll usually get up and record it on my phone, and then I’ll play it back, and I can figure out the notes. There’s so much in that moment, that I have to record it and come back to it.”

Premo describes the creative outpouring in reverent tones, taking credit only for his process, his attention to detail. “It’s taken a little practice to get used to writing songs like that. I have to just let it happen. If I work at them, they kind of lose their potency a little bit. They can start to feel forced, and you can’t force them. If I can wake up and hear it in my head and write it down right then, I’m good. If I wait, I might forget something

that’s really cool and really special about it. It’s like a thunderstorm. Like thunder and lightning. You better be ready because it’s coming for you.”

These early morning recording sessions aren’t taken lightly, though. Premo’s exuberance is borne of humility, so he keeps a stockpile in case the spring runs dry.

“There’s a whole lot that I haven’t gone back and looked at yet. But I think some good stuff is in there for when I need it; kind of like a bank, like my storage bank of songs.”

Premo is devoted to perfecting the style he’s developed and admits he has to be careful not to listen to too much live music. His eyes light up as he rattles off name after name of deeply influential musicians: Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Tom Petty, Led Zeppelin, Jimmy Page, BB King, Jeff Beck, Clarence White, Thin Lizzy, The Rolling Stones.

His passion has driven him into a detailed exploration of the mechanics of sound. “I started getting into amps and how amps were connected and wired, and speakers and tubes and everything, you know? I just kind of dug into that a lot because I like electronics. I studied electronics. I really was into the sound just as much as I was the music itself. I always wanted my guitar to sound the best that it possibly could. I decided I’m gonna have the best guitars, the best amps, the best speakers, the best wires, even the plugs that plug into the cables are the best that you could buy. You wouldn’t believe how much just a little connector would change your sound.”

Premo’s perfectionism pays off. “I was in a band called Southern Embers,” he says. “And we played a gig at the Balinese Room in 2005, the one and only time I got to play there.” Premo pauses to remember the scene, “I could stand on the stage and look down at the water. I looked out the window, and there was the water right there. It was so awesome; I loved it.”

There is almost a moment of silence in his story, but soon, his eyes light up again. “I really liked playing electric because you could turn these amplifiers up so loud that it would make your pant legs shake, and you could feel the wind coming off of the speaker! And that night we were playing at the Balinese, we were really into our gig, and I just remember right at the end of the song I hit this big power chord, and it just shook the whole building. There were a bunch of guys up against the wall from

Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe:

One Night Only at The Grand:

Willie Nelson andWillieFamily Nelson returns to The

Grand 1894 Opera House for one performance only, Monday, November 13th at 7:30pm.

Tickets are currently on sale and may be purchased at The Grand’s Box Office, 2020 Postoffice St., by calling (409)7651894, (800)821-1894, or online at thegrand.com.

With a six-decade career and 200 plus albums, this iconic Texan is the creative genius behind the historic recordings of “Crazy,” “Red Headed Stranger,” and “Stardust.” Willie Nelson has earned every conceivable award as a musician and amassed reputable credentials as an author, actor, and activist. He continues to thrive as a relevant and progressive musical and cultural force.

In recent years, he has delivered more than ten new album releases, released a Top 10 New York Times’ bestsellers book, again headlined Farm Aid, an event he co-founded in 1985, received his 5th degree black belt in Gong Kwon Yu Sul, headlined the last three years of the on-going Luck Reunion food and music festival at his ranch in Luck, Texas during SXSW, announced the launch of his cannabis company Willie’s Reserve, and graced the cover of “Rolling Stone” magazine.

In 2015, “It’s A Long Story: My Life” the unvarnished and complete story of Willie hit bookshelves and landed him on the New York Times’ bestsellers list and a new studio album with Merle Haggard titled “Django And Jimmie,” which debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Country album chart and #7 on Billboard’s Top 200 album chart.

In November 2015, the Library of Congress honored him with their Gershwin Prize for Popular Song for his contributions to popular music.

He is the first country artist to receive the distinguished award. And 2016 began with the release of “Summertime: Willie Nelson Sings Gershwin,” a collection of 11 newly recorded Gershwin classics. The album debuted at #1 on both the Top Current Jazz chart and the Top Traditional Jazz chart, as well as earned him a Grammy Award for the Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album.

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the other bands, and they let out this huge cheer because they felt it in their bones. It was like a big E chord, like the lowest, baddest chord you could hit, and it was cranked up really loud. And when I hit it, it made a reverberation through the whole building. Everybody could feel it; they were just shouting and cheering. That was like my best moment.” Premo’s face breaks into a huge smile. His love of performing is infectious, which explains his devoted local following.

Soft-spoken and humble, Premo offers a simple shrug, “If you have a dream you need to follow it every day, even if it’s just a little bit. It’s always a lot of fun to play out here. I just hope people like it.”

Joe Premo will be performing live during ArtWalk August 26th, in front of MOD Coffeehouse, 6-9pm.

MOD Coffee is located at 2126 Postoffice St., Downtown Galveston. For more info call (409)765-5959 or go to modcoffeehouse.com.

Joe Premo can be found on Facebook.

full length LP, “Trouble & Time,” which is set to release this November. Chris’ style incorporates all of her many influences from straight country to Motown flavored R&B into an intriguing sound that is all her own. Every time she hits Old Quarter Acoustic is a musical venue the stage she wins over the crowd and adds to that supports live original music and is located her growing list of fans. at 413 20th St. in Downtown Galveston. For tickets and more info go to oldquarteracoustic- Upcoming Shows at Old Quarter cafe.com or find them on Facebook. Upcoming • August 1st (8:30pm) - Outer Spaces with El shows include: Lago opening August 4th (8:30pm-12 midnight) - Adam and • August 2nd (8:30pm) - Bourgeois Mystics Chris Carroll - A Texas Songwriter born and with T-Cecil opening raised, Adam • August 4th (8:30pm) - Adam and Chris Carroll takes Carroll the events of • August 5th (8:30pm) - Los Dientes (Matt ordinary lives Mejia) with Charles Bryant opening and turns them • August 9th (8:30pm) - Hayes Carll with into deeply Wrecks Bell opening moving, often • August 12th (8:30pm) - Jason James humorous • August 18th (8:30pm) - Songwriter Showsongs. He case featuring: Chris Olsen, Tina Fuller, Megan recently Frisbie, and Caleb Boles released his 8th • August 25th (8:30pm) - Jamie Lin Wilson record, “Let it Choose You,” produced by Lloyd with Gabe Wootton opening Maines. He has written with or played shows • August 26th (8:30pm) - Lisa Morales with the likes of Robert Earl Keen, Ray Wylie • September 1st (8:30pm) - Brandon Rhyder Hubbard, Slaid Cleaves, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, with Smith & Turner opening Todd Snider, Hayes Carll, James McMurtry, and • September 16th (8:30pm) - QandA a ton more. He has played most of the major • September 22nd (8:30pm) - Trout Fishing in listening rooms in the country including Club America with Dana Louise and the Glorious Passim, The Birchmere, The Southgate House, Birds opening as well as performed on the main stage of the • September 29th (8:30pm) - Larry Joe Taylor famed Kerrville Folk Festival. Opening on the with Charlie Harrison opening tour is his wife, Chris. Chris is originally from • October 7th (8:30pm) - Susan Gibson with Ontario, Canada, and since moving to Texas Abe Partridge opening and marrying Adam, she has recorded her debut • October 14th (8:30pm) - Freddie Steady KRC

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In September, came “For the Good Times: A Tribute to Ray Price,” an album of newly recorded interpretations of 12 Ray Price songs.

Then a month later, Nelson released “Pretty Paper,” his new novel inspired his classic holiday song of the same title about a legless man who sold wrapping paper in front of a Ft. Worth, Texas department store. In April 2017, Nelson released “God’s Problem Child,” his latest studio album with 13 new songs. Nelson continues to record more new songs for upcoming projects as well as touring throughout North America all year long.

For tickets call The Grand’s box office at (409)765-1894, (800)821-1894, or visit The Grand’s website at thegrand.com. The Grand 1894 Opera House is located at 2020 Postoffice St. in historic Downtown Galveston’s Cultural Arts District and is recognized as “The Official Opera House of the State of Texas.”

August 6th, The US Navy Band Performs a Free Concert

Navy’s most dynamic performers. Their versatility provides the group the capability to play multiple genres of music - ranging from rhythm and blues, pop and classic rock, to adult contemporary and jazz standards, as well Galveston will be just one of 14 cities in as performing original selections. This elite a four-state region to host a special perforgroup has engaged and excited audiences of mance by the United States Navy Band durall ages throughout the U.S. and abroad with ing their 2017 tour. One of the signature out- world-class musicianship and high-energy, reach programs of the U.S. Navy, their United fun-filled performances.

States Navy Band Cruisers will present a conAll of the band’s primary performing units cert at The Grand 1894 Opera House, Sunday, embark each year on concert tours throughAugust 6th at 3pm. Admission is free and the out specified regions of the country, allowing concert is open to the public. the band to reach out to audiences in areas As the U.S. Navy’s premier popular music of the country that might not otherwise have group, the Cruisers will showcase eight of the the opportunity to attend the Navy’s premier

musical ensembles on a regular basis. The concerts are family-friendly events, meant to be entertaining to veterans, families, individuals and those interested in joining the Navy. Admission is free.

For more information call (800)821-1894, (409)765-1894, or visit online at www.thegrand.com. Located in Galveston’s historic downtown Cultural Arts District at 2020 Postoffice Street, The Grand is “The Official Opera House of the State of Texas.”

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

The event is 6-9pm and free to public. families are spending more and more time out- the Upcoming doors. Saengerfest Park, located in the heart of artists are: Downtown Galveston, is a great place to find • August affordable fun for the season. Saengerfest Park 12th: is a small square park located on the corner of Campfire 23rd St. and The Strand in Galveston’s Historic Soul with Strand District.

Zach PerSaengerfest Park is known for having a son (Blues/ large, playable chess set, a large compass that R&B) can be used as a seat, wooden benches, an old• Septemfashioned London-style phone booth, and a ber 9th: stage used for movie and music nights throughThe Fab 5 out the year.

(Beatles Tribute Band) • October 14th: Harbors over Highways Music Nite on the Strand For more info and a full list of events go to Music Nite on the Strand features various facebook.com/saengerfestpark. artists the second Saturday of every month.

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First Thursday of every month (7-10pm) - Open Acoustic Jam - This is 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.

Every Tuesday (7-10pm) - Jazz Jam - Enjoy live jazz featuring Lime Drive Ensemble at Saloon Door Brewing, 105 Magellan Cir. For more info go to saloondoorbrewing.com.

Every Friday and Saturday (6-10pm) - The Tremont House Jazz Series - Enjoy live jazz by Trio du Jour in the hotel’s 1888 Toujouse Bar. The Tremont House launched its Jazz Series in late September 2013, and it has become hugely popular with locals and guests. Trio du Jour plays classic, acoustic jazz. The Tremont House is located at 2300 Mechanic St. Every Friday and Saturday (5-10pm) - Jazz Duo Reg and Cary - Listen to the sweet sounds of jazz at the Galvez Bar & Grill, 2024 Seawall Blvd., where Reg Loudermilk can be seen on standup bass alongside Cary Eaves at the piano performing popular jazz standards in the bar area. Performances are free and open to the public. There is complimentary valet and selfparking available to bar and restaurant patrons.

For more info call (409)765-7721 or go to hotelgalvez.com.

Every Friday and Saturday (6-10pm) - Bands on the Sand - Enjoy this summer concert series featuring local and regional bands ranging from R&B, rock, country, and blues. The cost is $15 for admission, and each show concludes with a firework display over Offats Bayou overlooking the Moody Gardens pyramids. For more info go to moodygardens.com.

a recent musical feature on HGTV’s Tiny House Hunters, Anitra Jay presents a whimsically soulful all-caution-to-the-wind interpretation of music.

Born and raised in New Orleans, Anitra’s vocals highlight her roots in Jazz, Soul, and Gospel.

August 18th (10pm-2am) - Caleb & the Homegrown Tomatoes - This band was locally grown just up the road in Conroe, Texas! They’re going to bring some country dancing singing fun to Yaga’s Friday nightlife!

August 19th (10pm2am) - Prophets and Outlaws All the way from Dallas, Prophets and Outlaws are bringing Texas Soul to the Yaga’s stage. Saturday nights are about live music, cold drinks, and lots of fun!

August 25th (9pm-2am) - DJ Nonstopp: Welcome Back Ags Party - School is almost back in session, and Yaga’s is ready to throw one last Summer SHEBANG! Catch DJ Nonstopp spinning all the music goodies and party the night away! They will have beer specials all night and $2 wells from 10-11pm!

September 22nd (7-10pm) - Hayden Jones at MOD Coffeehouse - Hayden Jones is a touring musician based out of Houston. His style includes elements of western swing, gypsy jazz, psych, folk, and blues. To hear his latest album released in June of 2017, go to haydenjones. bandcamp.com/album/the-roosevelt-house.

PBS Broadcast Dates for the Texas Tenors’ Special Performance at The Grand 1894 Opera House

America’s favorite tenors - The Texas Tenors - are back with “RISE” - an all-new concert special that was filmed live last fall at The Grand 1894 Opera House in Galveston. The air dates and times for this special performance are: Monday, August 7th at 7pm, Wednesday, August 9th at 7pm, Saturday, August 12th at 9:30pm, and Sunday, August 20th at 6pm. The concert will be broadcast on the local Houston PBS channel.

Concerts & Events This concert, The Texas Tenors second speAugust 4th (10pm-2am) - Jamie Bergeron Hang out at Yaga’s Cafe and listen to the musical cial for PBS, follows up their Emmy-Award winning “You Should Dream” performance with a stylings of Jamie Bergeron. This down-south, live orchestra and choir performing classic rock, Cajun crew is going to bring the fun to Yaga’s country, pop, and Broadway favorites including stage! Remember the awesome $2 well specials their show-stopping tribute to one of the most are from 10-11pm! beloved and cherished musicals of all time, “Les August 11th (10pmMisérables.”

2am) - Ryan Ross The concert also includes orchestral Band - Join the Ryan arrangements of “Amazing Grace,” The RighRoss Band at Yaga’s teous Brothers’ “Lovin’ Feelin,” John Denver’s Cafe. They will be “Country Roads, Take Me Home,” and a specplaying your favorite tacular and emotional rendition of Irving Bersongs and partying lin’s “God Bless America.” until 2am! Bring your “This TV special is a collection of music friends, family, and straight from our hearts,” Marcus Collins of The anyone who wants to Texas Tenors noted. “To quote our title song have a good time out ‘Life can change in a moment.’ There are to one of the most fun ‘RISE,’ no truer words, and we’re so excited to share music venues on the island! our new music with the world.”

The Grand 1894 Opera House is located at August 11th (7-9pm) - Soul and Coffee - Join 2020 Postoffice in Galveston’s historic DownAnitra Jay for Coffee and Soul on the Patio at Mod Coffee House. This is a free show; donations town Cultural Arts District. For info, visit theare encouraged. Anitra Jay is an acoustic soul grand.com or call the Box Office at (409)765singer-songwriter based in Houston, Texas. With 1894 or (800)821-1894.

Friday, August 4th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B Jiggers – The Line Up, 9-1 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Float – James Sturrock, 9-1 Galveston Island Brewing – Robert Kuhn, 5-8 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Mod – Paper Sparrow, 7-9 Moody Gardens – Rat Ranch, 6-10 Old Quarter – Adam & Chris Carroll, 9-1 Pleasure Pier – City Nights, 6-10 Rum Shack – Level One, 9-1 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Jewford, 8-11 Stuttgarden – Smith & Turner, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Karaoke, 7-11 Yaga’s – Jamie Bergeron & The Kickin Cajuns, 10-1 Saturday, August 5th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 6-9 B Jiggers – Flashpoint, 9-1 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Float – DJ Arora, 9-1 Galveston Island Brewing – Dem, 3-6 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Mod –Silver Light , 7-9 Moody Gardens – Dustin Burt, 6-10 Nick’s Pool Bar – Level One Band, 7-10 Old Quarter – Matt Mejia, Charles Bryant, 9-1 Pleasure Pier – A Sure Thing, 6-10 Poop Deck – Satisfied Drive, 9-1 Rumors – DJ, 8-12 Rum Shack – Sonic Seduction, 9-1 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Silver Spot Saloon – Little Terry & The Blue Birds, 9-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Jewford, 8-11 Stuttgarden – DJ Fat Candy, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Live Music, 7-11 Woody’s – Captain Legendary Band, 3-6 Yaga’s – DJ Nonstopp, 10-1 Sunday, August 6th Albatross – David Richardson, 3-6 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Float – Dominick James, 9-1 Galveston Farmers Market -DEM ,9-12 The Grand – Navy Band Cruisers, 3pm Hotel Galvez – Joyce Fields, 11-2pm Hurricane ll – Open Jam, 5-9 Nick’s Pool Bar – DJ Nonstopp, 7-10 Nonno Tony’s – Danny Kristensen, 4-7 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Mikey C., 8-1 Rum Shack – After Party , 3-6 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 2-6 Woody’s – Down & Out Band, 3-7 Monday, August 7th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Galveston Island Brewing - Monday Night Guys, 6-9 Nick’s Pool Bar – DJ Nonstopp, 7-10 Rumors – Karaoke, 8-12 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Tuesday, August 8th B Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Old Quarter – Carson McHone, 7-10 Rumors – Karaoke, 8-12

Sealy Pavilion – Galveston Beach Band, 7-9 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Wednesday, August 9th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Bubba’s On The Strand – Chris Bergeron, 8-12 Nonno Tony’s – Mickey Hobbs, 6-9 Old Quarter – Hayes Carll, 9-1 Rumors – Karaoke, 8-12 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Thursday, August 10th B Jigger’s – The Line Up, 8-11 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Bubba’s On The Strand – Kickin It Dixie, 7-10 Island Pier Club – Karaoke, 9-12 Pleasure Pier – Kirk Baxley, 7-10 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Debbie, 8-1 Silver Spot Saloon – Zack Perry, 7-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Woody’s – Hunter McKithan & Ryan Lee Evans, 6-9 Friday, August 11th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B Jiggers – Midnight Release, 9-1 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Bubba’s On The Strand – Chris Bergeron, 8-12 Float – Dem, 9-1 Galveston Island Brewing – Kickin It Dixie, 5-7 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Mod – Anitra Jay, 7-9 Moody Gardens – Bourbon Street, 6-10 Old Quarter – Little Screamin Kenny & The Shining Things, 9-1 Pleasure Pier – Velvet Punch, 5-9 Rumors – DJ, 8-12 Rum Shack – Spotlights, 9-1 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Jewford, 8-11 Stuttgarden – James Sturrock, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Karaoke, 7-11 Yaga’s – Ryan Ross Band, 10-1 Saturday, August 12th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 6-9 B Jiggers – Velvet Punch, 9-1 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Bubba’s, Tiki Island - The Relics, 8-12 Float – DJ Nonstop, 9-1 Galveston Island Brewing – Kevin Anthony, 2-5 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Mod – Caleb Miller, 7-9 Moody Gardens – A Sure Thing, 6-10 Old Quarter – Jason James, Kevin Anthony, 9-1 Pleasure Pier – Angel Garcia Trio, 6-10 Rumors – DJ, 8-12 Rum Shack – Radio Frequency, 9-1 Saengerfest Park – Campfire Soul, 6-9 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Silver Spot Saloon – Almost Endless Summer, 9-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Jewford, 8-11 Stuttgarden – Little Terry & The Bluebirds, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Live Music, 7-11

Woody’s – Taylor Tompkins & The Trainwrecks, 3-7 Yaga’s – One Soul Singer, 10-1 Sunday, August 13th Albatross – Smith & Turner, 3-6 B Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Galveston Farmers Market -Soulfiya ,9-12 Hotel Galvez – Joyce Fields, 11-2pm Hurricane ll – Open Jam, 5-9 Nick’s Pool Bar – DJ Nonstopp, 7-10 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Mikey C., 8-1 Rum Shack – Sol Flair, 3-6 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 2-6 Woody’s – JJ & The Stoneponies, 3-7 Monday, August 14th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-10 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Galveston Island Brewing - Monday Night Guys, 6-9 Nick’s Pool Bar – DJ Nonstopp, 7-10 Rumors – Karaoke, 8-12 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Tuesday, August 15th B Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Rumors – Karaoke, 8-12 Sealy Pavilion – Galveston Beach Band, 7-9 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Wednesday, August 16th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Nonno Tony’s – Mickey Hobbs, 6-9 Rumors – Karaoke, 8-12 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Thursday, August 17th B Jiggers – The Line Up, 9-1 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Float – DJ, 9-1 Island Pier Club – Karaoke, 9-12 Pleasure Pier – Chad Ware Band, 5-9 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Debbie, 8-1 Silver Spot Saloon – Zack Perry, 7-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Friday, August 18th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B Jiggers – The Line Up, 9-1 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Bubba’s On The Strand – Chris Bergeron, 8-12 Float – DJ, 9-1 Galveston Island Brewing – Jaredd Reed, 5-8 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Mod – Jim Kachelmeyer, 7-9 Moody Gardens – Sun Dog Weaver, 6-10 Old Quarter – Songwriters Showcase, 9-1 Pleasure Pier – Zach Perry Band, 6-10 Rumors – DJ, 8-12 Rum Shack – The Goods, 9-1 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Jewford, 8-11 Stuttgarden – Smith & Turner, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Karaoke, 7-11 Yaga’s – Caleb & The Homegrown Tomatoes, 10-1 Saturday, August 19th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 6-9 B Jiggers – Sol Flair, 9-1 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1

Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Rumors – DJ, 8-12 Rum Shack – Shadowland, 9-1 Mod – Jim Presley, 7-9 Pleasure Pier – Zach Person Band, 6-10 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Rumors – DJ, 8-12 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Rum Shack – Bristol Fashion, 9-1 Jewford, 8-11 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Silver Spot Saloon – Zack Tate Band, 9-1 Stuttgarden – Michael Brim, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little West End Restaurant – Karaoke, 7-11 Yaga’s – DJ Nonstopp, 10-1 Jewford, 8-11 Stuttgarden – Jeremy Kilgore, 7-11 Saturday, August 26th Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo TolenWest End Restaurant – Live Music, 7-11 tino, 6-9 Woody’s – Harbors Over Highways, 3-7 B Jiggers – Hamilton Loomis, 9-1 Yaga’s – Prophets & Outlaws, 10-1 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Sunday, August 20th Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Mod – Joe Premo, 7-9 Albatross – Jaredd Reed, 3-6 Old Quarter – Lisa Morales, 9-1 B Jiggers – Karaoke, 9-1 Pleasure Pier – Adrians Circle, 6-10 Float – Salty Souls, 9-1 Rumors – DJ, 8-12 Galveston Farmers Market -Justin Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Kemp,9-12 Silver Spot Saloon – Mark May Band, 9-1 Hotel Galvez – Joyce Fields, 11-2pm Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Hurricane ll – Open Jam, 5-9 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Nick’s Pool Bar – Ocean Roots, 7-10 Jewford, 8-11 Pleasure Pier – Radio Frequency, 6-10 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Mikey Stuttgarden – Shaun Michael, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 C., 8-1 West End Restaurant – Live Music, 7-11 Rum Shack – OMG, 3-6 Woody’s – James Pardo Band, 3-7 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 2-6 Yaga’s – The Line Up, 10-1 Woody’s – Nate Rodriguez Band, 3-7 Sunday, August 27th Monday, August 21st Albatross – Jaron Hall, 3-6 The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo TolenB Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 tino, 7-10 Galveston Farmers Market -Robert B Jiggers – Karaoke, 9-1 Kuhn,9-12 Float – DJ, 9-1 Galveston Island Brewing - Monday Night Hotel Galvez – Joyce Fields, 11-2pm Hurricane ll – Open Jam, 5-9 Guys, 6-9 Nick’s Pool Bar – DJ Nonstopp, 7-10 Rumors – Karaoke, 8-12 Pleasure Pier – Bourbon Brothers, 5-9 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Mikey Tuesday, August 22nd C., 8-1 B Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Rum Shack – Sol Flair, 3-6 Rumors – Karaoke, 8-12 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 2-6 Sealy Pavilion – Galveston Beach Band, Woody’s – Joe Hell, 3-7 7-9 Monday, August 28th Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo TolenWednesday, August 23rd tino, 7-10 The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolen- B Jiggers – Karaoke, 9-1 tino, 7-11 Galveston Island Brewing - Monday Night Guys, 6-9 B Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Nick’s Pool Bar – DJ Nonstopp, 7-10 Nonno Tony’s – Mickey Hobbs, 6-9 Rumors – Karaoke, 8-12 Rumors – Karaoke, 8-12 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Tuesday, August 29th Thursday, August 24th B Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 B Jiggers – The Line Up, 9-1 Rumors – Karaoke, 8-12 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Sealy Pavilion – Galveston Beach Band, Float – DJ, 9-1 7-9 Island Pier Club – Karaoke, 9-12 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Pleasure Pier – Landon Bullard, 5-9 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Debbie, Wednesday, August 30th 8-1 The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo TolenSilver Spot Saloon – Zack Perry, 7-11 tino, 7-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 B Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Woody’s – Matt Harlan & James Pardo, Nonno Tony’s – Mickey Hobbs, 6-9 6-9 Rumors – Karaoke, 8-12 Friday, August 25th Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo TolenThursday, August 31st tino, 7-11 B Jiggers – The Line Up, 9-1 B Jiggers – Rapture, 9-1 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 Bliss Lounge – DJ, 9-1 – DJ, 9-1 Bubba’s On The Strand – Chris Bergeron, Float Island Pier Club – Karaoke, 9-12 8-12 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, KJ Debbie, Float – Live Music, 9-1 8-1 Galveston Island Brewing – David RichSilver Spot Saloon – Zack Perry, 7-11 ardson, 4-7 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Mod – Jim Pharis, 7-9 To list your band’s or venue’s gigs here, Old Quarter – Jaime Lin Wilson, Gabe shoot your dates to: Wootton, 9-1 Pleasure Pier – Max Flynn Band, 6-10 GalvestonIslandGuide.com • 23

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