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July 12, 2013 • Issue 9, Volume 2
The Galvez Bar & Grill: Mitchell Properties: The “B” Series: Bikes Del Castillo Performs: The Queen Gets a New Jewel in Her Crown
The Namesake of a New History
Explore Every Inch of the Island on Your Bike
A Unique Blend of “Nuevo Americano”
Where Sizzle Meets Swizzle
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July 12, 2013 • Issue 9, Volume 2
Contents
5 Dining
● “Happy Coffee: The Best Kept Secret Spot on the Island” and “The Galvez Bar & Grill: The Queen of the Gulf Gets a New Jewel in Her Crown” by Kimber Fountain
6-7 Movies
● “The Lone Ranger” and “Maniac” at the Moves; “The Host” and “Admission” On Demand/DVD by Dustin Chase
8-10 Festivals & Things To Do
● “Mitchell Historic Properties, The Namesake of a New History: Presenting ‘Party on the Pier’ and ‘Music on the Strand’” ● Bishop’s Palace ‘Basement to Attic’ Tours, Mangia Italiano Cooking Class, Seamanship Training, Birding 101 and 201 Classes, Splash of the Titans, “Young Frankenstein” at Island ETC Theater and Casino for a Cause
12-14 The Island Guide Fun Maps 15 Books
● “Carl Reiner I Remember,” “ Hello Goodbye” and a few others reviewed by Tammy Thomas-Cook ● Meet & Greet at Galveston Bookshop to host Amanda Albright Still’s “Brides of the Storm”
16-17 The “B” Series
● “Nothing Compares to the Simple Pleasure of Riding a Bike” by Elizabeth Rogers ● “Island Bicycle Company: Pedal or Paddle Your Way Around Galveston” by Kimber Fountain
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The Fine Arts
● “Galveston Artist Residency: Year 2, A Group Exhibition” ● Galleries Showcase Exhibitions Across the Island
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Family Fun
● “Galveston Independent School District’s 2013 Teachers of the Year” by Kimber Fountain ● Family Day “Rigs to Reefs,” TAMUG Shark Program and much more
21-23 Music
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● “Don’t Miss Shows!” ● The Music Guide for Live Music Across the Island
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Once in a while, a business comes along that redefines the norm and expands a concept that was previously thought tired and overdone. In a country overrun with cookie-cutter coffee shops, Happy Coffee is a breath of fresh air that has wafted into Galveston and transformed the typical into the extraordinary. A comfortable atmosphere makes guests feel right at home and adds just the right amount of flare and flavor to the true heart of the business the personal and individualized attention of a local small business owner who truly puts the ‘happy’ in Happy Coffee. Randy Abramson was born in Cambodia, and upon moving to the United States she originally joined her family in Denver. Twelve years ago, still living in the mountains of Colorado, she visited the small Texas island called Galveston, and “It just felt like home,” Randy remarks. “The warm breeze and friendly city reminded me of my home a lot more than Colorado, and I loved it here immediately.” She worked in coffee shops and donut shops for over ten years, and in 2006 married John Abramson. She is also the proud mother of a member of the United States Military. Her son, Ranchaya is a Navy man stationed in Virginia Beach and often spends his leaves helping Mom behind the counter. At the end of last year, Randy decided to bring all of her skills and experience together and open her own coffee shop. When trying to think of the name, she thought, “I wanted everyone who comes in here to leave happy, so I thought Happy Coffee.” Along with her own cheerful personality, Randy brings to her shop a standard of top-notch quality and insists on using only fresh ingredients. There are no powders in her smoothies, she uses only raw honey to sweeten them. She makes everything fresh daily, and even adds to her menu the healing power of home cooking, preparing many dishes from her native country. Randy chose Geva Coffee out of South Houston for her house brand, “because it’s my favorite,” she says with a happy grin. She carries only the whole beans, and grinds them for each individual cup. “That is how it tastes the freshest,” she explains, “when you grind a lot of the beans ahead of time, they can lose their flavor very quickly.” Grinding them to order is simply another extension of the loving, individual care she gives each and every customer. She also carries a wide variety of flavors from Geva, from mild to rich, and she knows the flavor profile for every last one of them. The flavors range from lighter varieties such as Columbian Supreme, to medium blends like Costa Rica Tarrzu and French Roast, to the full, bold flavors of Cordoba and Classic Italian Espresso. Different flavors and syrups are available, along
with all types of milks and cream, including soy. Specialty coffees are on the menu as well, but the beverage selection by no means ends with coffee. Randy has the only establishment in town that carries authentic Bubble Tea in a variety of flavors, and ordering a smoothie from her is a delightfully customizable event. Choose any combination (or all) of available fruits, including mangoes, bananas, strawberries, and blueberries, and then most remarkably, she also allows you to choose the base for your smoothie. Have it made with either juice, yogurt, or milk. Protein powder can be added as well. Beyond the beverage, Randy’s food menu is just like she imagined, happy and healthy, with a decent variety and daily specials that typically feature an authentic Cambodian dish. Green salads, chicken salad, and turkey salad are all prepared fresh in house, and she offers several sandwiches such as an Italian Grinder and Bagel & Lox. You can also choose an individual tray of fresh vegetables and cheeses, or Randy’s personal favorite, creamy yogurt mixed with fresh fruit and topped with crunchy granola. She also bakes her own croissants, muffins, bagels, pastries, and cookies, and prepares the traditional Cambodian dishes including Red Curry Chicken, Pad Thai Noodles with Beef, and Fried Pork served over fresh vegetables drizzled with homemade Asian dressing. Happy Coffee, of course, offers free Wi-Fi for its patrons. Breakfast is served all day, and students of UTMB and Texas A&M at Galveston are entitled to a ten percent discount. There is an outdoor patio with tables and chairs, and inside you are met with a clean, colorful, and welcoming store full of tantalizing aromas and an air of ease and tranquility. Photos and artwork depicting Randy’s rich Cambodian roots line the walls, but the happy owner’s smile is the most vibrant of the shop’s decorations. Although Randy is there from open to close every day, she always greets and serves her customers with a warmth and kindness as if it were her first day on the job. Happy Coffee is located at 5102 Broadway Avenue, (409)974-4492. They are open 7am-7pm daily. You can check our their Facebook page for specials at www.facebook.com/gtown.happycoffee.
The Galvez Bar & Grill: The Queen of the Gulf Gets a New Jewel in Her Crown
By Kimber Fountain │ Photos by Christa Schreckengost and provided by Mitchell Properties On September 8th of 1900, Galveston suffered complete devastation at the hands of Mother Nature, a hurricane that remains the most catastrophic natural disaster in United States History, known today as The Great Storm of 1900. But despite the thousands of lives lost and the millions of dollars in damage, the true story of The Great Storm is found in the tales of the survivors: the select, tenacious few that did not flee, but stayed and fortified the city with the building of the Seawall and the Grade Raising. The majority of this massive civil engineering project took almost ten years to complete, and to celebrate the victory of these endeavors, an elite group of businessmen made a combined investment of one million dollars to construct The Galvez Hotel. Opened in 1911, this glorious symbol of recovery and resiliency retains her title “Queen of the Gulf,” as the only historic beachfront hotel in Texas. Over its history that spans over a century, The Galvez has had many different owners and undergone various restorations and renovations. Although the magnificence and grandeur of the hotel was never completely compromised, the most recent improvements have been executed with a loving care and attention to detail rivaled only by its original builders. Under the ownership of Galveston patriarch and philanthropist George Mitchell and the management of Mitchell Historic Properties, the Galvez has regained the
splendor of a Galveston era long passed but never forgotten. As part of their Centennial celebration in 2011, the Mitchells performed an 11 million dollar renovation, which included an updating of all the guest rooms. One of the first major projects came in 2005 with the restoration of the front windows that frame an unadulterated view that spans from the beauty of the Galvez lawns all the way to the horizon. For years the view was obstructed by unsightly, aged windows and heavy drapes, but now they gleam brightly along the promenade still laden with the classic wicker furniture. And now the view into the windows is nearly as miraculous as the view out, because the bright Island sun that shines through them illuminates the Galvez’s most recent project, the stunning renovation of their bar, lobby, and dining room. The renovation commenced in March of this year and was completed in May, and includes the debut of the all new Galvez Bar & Grill, complete with an updated bar and dinner menu. The brilliance in the recent improvements is how deftly the authentic Victorian heritage has been gleaned by a modern edge. Christine Hopkins, an Island native and Director of Communications for Mitchell Historic Properties, has been with the company for over six years and has witnessed not only the transformation of the Galvez but many of their other endeavors. She applauds her employer, remarking with admiration that “they continue to invest, they continue to improve, they never get old, and they never get stale.” The lobby and bar received all new tile, and archways that were filled in to divide the bar and dining room have been opened and returned to their original purpose, supplying dimension and boundaries while maintaining the openness of the vast and all-encompassing foyer. New chandeliers were hung, the bar was extended nearly doubling its capacity, and the décor and furniture is all new. George Mitchell’s daughter Lori Mitchell, an interior designer, executed a perfect blend of the old and the new with her selection of fabrics, colors, and textures. The custom chairs were produced by Eric Brand, and they are now carried in his line and available for purchase as ‘Galvez’ chairs. But perhaps the most splendid of all of the changes are the terra cotta walls that encapsulate the dining room. A seemingly unlikely hue for an historic hotel, the color hits your eyes like the delicious clang of the cymbal after a drumroll, and brings the air of an opulent elegance to the entire lobby. The project as whole has infused the main floor with a new sense of flow, ease, and sophistication. As with most of Mitchell’s projects, the renovation of the structure is only the beginning, and the recently debuted Galvez Bar & Grill completes the revitalization effort with new menus in the bar and dining room, raising the bar of quality and selection. “We want locals as well as visitors to think of Galvez Bar & Grill for dinner or drinks,” and so they have added an array of new dishes to their dining room menu and created a Bar Bites menu of more casual fare. Both food menus and a new specialty cocktail menu inspired by the “Free State of Galveston” days, were designed by Executive Chef Patrick Havard and Food and Beverage Director Marty Miles. The fare offered in the dining room still includes many of the familiar Galvez favorites such as their critically acclaimed Sunday Brunch and famous shrimp gumbo, but has vastly improved in its
variety with an expanded selection of fresh, local seafood from Pier 19 and an array of mouth-watering steaks. New items also include free range chicken, Texas sized Po-Boys, and a Texas burger nearly as big and bold as the state itself. In the bar, the new Bar Bites menu has all the savory flavor of Galvez cuisine in shareable, smaller portions. The Filet Mignon Sliders are simply divine, as are the crisp, freshlybaked gourmet flatbread pizzas. Their Fried Calamari adds a kick to the popular appetizer, tossed with a pickled pepper relish and served with roasted scallion butter for dipping. The Campechana is a hidden gem, a Mexican seafood cocktail perfectly chilled, with your choice of shrimp, crab, or a combination of the two. New signature cocktails include a Bikini Tini and a Galvez Sling. Adding to the enticement of the new renovations and menus is the extension of the performances of live pianists to Tuesday through Saturday nights. Tuesday through Thursday from 6-10pm, enjoy the artistic styling of Bryan Guevin, who hosts a Contemporary Beatles Hour every Wednesday from 8-9pm. On Friday and Saturdays the talents of Joe Sewell can be heard throughout the lobby from 5-9pm. In spite of all of the remarkable changes, The Galvez remains as it was intended to be, a beacon of the Island that is open and welcoming. ‘Island Casual’ is the only dress code for the bar and the dining room, and the impeccable service and warmth of the ambiance create an atmosphere that is far from intimidating, despite the richness and decadence of its new interior. Indeed the efforts of Mitchell Historic Properties and its dedicated employees serve Galveston well and effortlessly embody the spirit of the Island. Unabashedly unashamed of Galveston’s somewhat ostentatious dedication to glamour and glitz throughout its history, establishments such as the Galvez continue to preserve that elegance and grace while making it attainable and approachable to all. Galvez Bar & Grill is located inside The Galvez Hotel & Spa, 2024 Seawall Boulevard, (409)765-7721. Breakfast is served daily 6:30am-11am (10:30 on Sundays); lunch is served daily from 11am to 2pm; dinner is served daily from 5pm to 10pm. Bar hours are 12 noon-12 midnight Sunday through Thursday; 12 noon-1am Fridays and Saturdays. Reservations are recommended in the dining room, call or visit www.opentable.com. Guests of the bar or dining room receive complimentary valet parking. Children under 12 eat free with a dining adult. The Island Guide Magazine theislandguide@gmail.com (409)256-5166 5
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“The Lone Ranger:’ Too Many Trains and Junk
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There is a lot of confusion and irregularity about director Gore Verbinski’s latest collaboration with Johnny Depp, the first being that his character Tonto is actually the main focus and not The Lone Ranger. Perhaps it should have been titled “Indian of the Wild West,” since this is clearly “Pirates of the Caribbean” back in time. Rife with budget and production problems, “The Lone Ranger’s” chance at a remake is all but ruined because Depp overshadows the entire project and Hammer (J. Edgar, “The Social Network”) just isn’t ready for lead action hero status. A young boy dressed as the famed lone ranger listens to a very elder Tonto (Depp) recall the adventures he once had with the masked outlaw. Colby, Texas in the late 1860’s, the continental railroad was making its way across the barren deserts of the West, leading small towns to the future - or at least San Francisco. Searching for Butch Cavendish (Fitchner), one of the most wanted criminals in the US, District Attorney John (Hammer) and his Texas Ranger brother Dan are ambushed. Rescued by a nonsensical Comanche Indian named Tonto, they team up to bring Cavendish to justice. There is entirely too much action as the film opens with these two characters we know nothing about; they are just tossed in what will be many actions sequences involving trains. Too often seen in these types of “fun action comedies,” a piece of flying steel nearly kills them and yet saves their lives – thus the disassociation with reality is set and we understand how this movie will function. This original story script unravels these two misfit heroes into one catastrophe after another, always with a narrow escape and fast healing wounds. The body count is pretty high for a Disney film (this is only their fourth PG-13 of all time). Bojan Baxelli’s cinematography is stunning; even though the film is set in Texas, it was actually shot in Utah and Arizona. Baxelli makes even the most deserted canyons look marvelous in his wide shots. Hammer and Depp don’t come with a lot of surprises to their characters, yet Fichtner (nearly in every Jerry Bruckheimer production) is particularly evil and grotesque, not to mention barely recognizable. Unfortunately, everything misses the mark here with too many trains, pocket watches and carnivorous rabbits that never really add up in the films over-drown conclusion. It’s a difficult time; its the middle of the summer and we are surrounded by all this junk (i.e. special effects, expensive sets, remakes/ sequels). What we really need and can’t find is good old-fashioned storytelling. Final Thought – More is never more when it comes to westerns.
‘Maniac:’
Gore and Guts and Not Much More Starring Elijah Wood Grade C
Elijah Wood will now and forever be known as Frodo, but that was a risk well worth the journey he had in “The Lord of the Rings” and is still having with “The Hobbit”. For an actor who isn’t a big star, constantly seen by millions every couple of years in cinema, it isn’t easy to shake that one big moment in your career. Wood hasn’t had a lot of success finding great films to shed those furry hobbit feat and many seem to forget the actor’s interest in the horror genre. Director Franch Khalfoun (“P2”) and the team from the stealer French horror film “High Tension” reunite in an attempt to remake what some call a classic (matter of opinion). One thing “Maniac” does accomplish is a level of un-comfortableness, and that’s where someone like Wood is useful in this part. Frank (Wood) inherited the family business of restoring mannequins in a tiny shop in downtown Los Angeles. He lives with his work, literally, as various female mannequins, blood running down their heads, adorn his bedroom. Frank suffers from multiple personality disorder and yearns to interact with women, especially ones with long hair, yet there is a part of him that just has to have their scalp. His compulsions take a break when he meets Anna (Nora Arnezeder), who finds mannequins as fascinating as he does. “Sometimes I think they have more of a personality than real people,” he confesses. I don’t deny this horror film is creatively superior to most of the generic stuff we see; it’s just unfortunate that the screenplay is nearly entirely focused on the murders and the gore and very little on the psychological profile. The similarities between Frank and “The Silence of the Lamb’s” Buffalo Bill are many, especially when you hear that infamous song playing. The choice to shoot the entire film through the eyes of Frank (we only see him in reflections, mirrors and hallucinations) is effectively suspenseful but denies the viewer of the Wood screen time they were anticipating. The unusual factors “Maniac” incorporates are where its strengths lie, even in the most gory parts (and there are many) I felt compelled to watch. There is a scene where Frank is accused of being gay because of his line of work and we feel the anger from that accusation and the scene doesn’t escalate where I had hoped it would, which was my problem with where the script took Frank. The “mommy issues” displayed in Frank’s history are
probably the most disturbing images presented in the film, but the teenage years between what he endured as a kid and who he is now would have likely provided a far more interesting story than just a creeper killing women. Final Thought – Goes for guts and gore more often than the disturbing psychological profile that’s more interesting.
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‘The Host:’ Not New But Well Executed
Starring Saoirse Ronan, Chandler Canterbury, Max Irons, William Hurt, Diane Kruger Grade: C+
This whimsical tale about aliens from another planet occupying earth and the humans on it is not new, but it is well executed by Andrew Niccol, writer and director, based on Stephanie Meyer’s novel, “The Host.” Lead character Melanie (Saoirse Ronan) is a strong young woman who would rather die than give away the ones she loves. And her strong will keeps her alive enough to have a soul implant, that of ‘Wanderer’, later shortened to ‘Wanda’. What follows is a sometimes humorous exchange between Melanie and Wanda in the same body, because, unlike most, Melanie is too strong to be erased from the new being. She is given to a Seeker (Diane Kruger) to keep her on the right path, and this woman follows her every move. Melanie and Wanda argue about running away to find Melanie’s brother Jamie (Chandler Canterbury) and boyfriend Jared (Max Irons). Their dispute ends up in a car accident, whereupon Melanie forces Wanda to strike out across the desert on foot in hopes of locating them. They do encounter a small band of resistors to the takeover, one of whom is Uncle Jeb (William Hurt). Some are hostile toward her because, although she looks the same as always, she has the telltale eyes of those who have been treated with soul insertion, so is a liability. Fortunately, Uncle Jeb still sees her as family, and as head of the clan, he can insist that she stay with them. Jeb has built an elaborate cave that is hidden from the outside, but large enough to grow fields of wheat inside. Conflicts among clan members and between them and the Seekers chasing them keep the excitement going, fueled further by Wanda being attracted to Ian (Jake Abel), while Melanie is still in love with Jared. In the end, a difficult choice has to be made, and the issue of Melanie/Wanda is resolved. Although this is primarily an entertainment film, it does present a philosophical struggle. The aliens are peaceful and eschew violence (excluding occupying another planet, of course), at least within their own ranks. They tend to be nice, polite, and follow orders. The film seems to be saying that in order to have that kind of society, people must give up much of their individual identities and submit to external controls. Having more freedom allows for more conflict - as in Jeb’s clan. (“Although it’s not a democracy,” says Jeb to those who think it is; he tells them it’s a benevolent dictatorship). In the end, Wanda demonstrates that she has learned something from the experience by coming up with a plan that will promote peace.
‘Admission:’
Charming but Quirky Starring Tina Fey, Paul Rudd, Gloria Reuben, Lily Tomlin Grade C
I don’t think most of us got as up close and personal with our college admissions counselor as one young man does in this film. However, I was one of those “rare exceptions” Fey’s admissions counselor refers to in the film, so perhaps this does actually happen. What doesn’t happen, however, is the ridiculousness the remainder of the film soaks itself in all the while trying to pull a dramatic and touching conclusion out of nowhere. Director Paul Weitz has given us some off-kilter films throughout his career, films that are slightly abnormal like “About a Boy” or “In Good Company.” There are a handful of charming moments
in “Admission,” but sadly most of them come at the very end. For 16 years now, Portia Nathan (Fey) has been one of the toughest admissions counselors at the prestigious Princeton University. When asked what the secret is to getting into the university she always has the same diverting answer, that there is no secret, and tells eager high school applicants to be themselves. While speaking to a new school hidden away in the woods, she meets John Pressman (Rudd) who not only wants to flirt with her, but presents her with a birth certificate claiming that one of his students is the child she gave up for adoption when she was in college. What I didn’t like about the direction of the film and the story was how important they make the university seem, as if getting denied is failure for life. While this is a comedy, and much is made about the ridiculousness of how parents and students treat the application process to college, the humor doesn’t elevate the drama going on around it. Admission wants to tackle motherhood issues, the politics of the admission process, and be a love story all simultaneously and doesn’t do a great job at either. Fey (“Date Night,” “Baby Mama”) is her typical charming self, although a bit diluted; I prefer her with more jabs. Lily Tomlin (“9 to 5,” “I Heart Huckabees”) is a blast from the past in the role as the independent, gun-toting mother. Rudd, much like Fey, has become typecast in this type of middle man, boy next door, everyman persona that doesn’t seem to be far from his real life persona. Perhaps the film’s most annoying element was how someone goes from being childrepellant to having motherly instinct’s overnight. Weitz does detour the film from a predictable ending and it almost makes up for the unbelievable behavior that precedes it. Final Thought – Plagued by too much silliness and not enough drama.
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Festivals & Things to Do Mitchell Historic Properties, The Namesake of a New History:
For summer 2013, Mitchell Historic Properties has an array of attractions planned to supplement the season. One of the main events this year is the newest addition to the lineup, “Party on the Pier.” It is designed to draw people to Pier 21 off of Harborside Drive and 21st Street, a little-known area of downtown. “It is its own destination,” says Harano, “it Presenting ‘Party on the Pier’ is not here to compete with other attractions, instead it just really adds to the and ‘Music on the Strand’ variety of Galveston [venues].” By Kimber Fountain │ Photos by Christa Schreckengost Pier 21 includes the Harbor House Earning a place among the portals of Galveston’s historic figures hotel, museums, the Tall Ship Elissa, Pier is a name that is largely responsible for the revitalization and revival 21 Theatre which showcases short historical documentaries, and as an added of the city as it is known today. George Mitchell and his wife Cynthia (now deceased) have been vitally invested in Galveston for over bonus, Harano asks, “How often do you thirty years. Not only do Mr. Mitchell’s vast enterprises thrive on the get to hang out on a working harbor?” Party on the Pier includes a live music preservation of Island heritage, he has also led the charge in philanseries that runs once a month during the thropic initiatives, donating close to $200,000,000 to organizations summer months through October. The and efforts across the Island. The collection of historic properties owned privately by the Mitchell’s grew to such an extent that a com- concerts are outdoors, under the stars with pany was needed to efficiently manage and handle the intricacies of a breathtaking view of the harbor, and are real estate and historic restorations, thus was born Mitchell Historic all free and open to the public. There is a dance floor and tables and chairs are set Properties. up, although spectators are encouraged Over one quarter of the Strand is owned and operated by to bring along seating of their own as it is Mitchell Historic Properties, including the Hutchings and Sealy Building (24th and Strand, built 1895), the Thomas Jefferson League often limited. The lineup for the remainder of the Building (23rd and Strand, built 1874), Old Galveston Square (23rd series is below in the green box. and Strand, built 1870), and Saengerfest Park at the intersection of This summer marks the fifth year 23rd Street and Strand St. Their vested interest in Galveston real estate has also dramatically affected Galveston’s recovery from Hur- of “Music on the Strand,” and this also brings with it double the amount of perricane Ike in 2008. Sarah Harano, the Marketing and Special Projformances of any previous year. “Music ects Coordinator of G-1 Enterprises, says the Mitchell’s “really set on the Strand” takes place on the pace for the recovery of the the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of downtown area.” Indeed their feareach month, coming up on less efforts blinked not an eye at the July 27th is a performance devastation, but in keeping hisby the Texas favorite ‘Sam torical pace with the resiliency of Nevarro and the Lone Star Galvestonians past, they jumped Devils.’ right in and began to rebuild and As an accompaniment repair. Some of those recovery (or alternative), Mitchell Hisprojects are still going on almost toric Properties, in conjunction with the Galveston Vis- fitting for the namesake of an individual whose distinctive class and five years later. It was recently disitors’ Bureau, also hosts “Movie Nite on the Strand” on unending dedication to Galveston has made it what it is today. covered that flood waters from When you admire the historic architecture of downtown, the first Saturday of every month. Fun family-oriented Ike did not drain from the hollow, movies are always shown. For August, the feature film remember George Mitchell is probably the reason it is even there to cast-iron pillars that adorn many behold. When the excitement and rapture of Mardi Gras take over will be “The Muppets,” showing on August 3rd. of the historic storefronts on the Continuing on into the Fall, Mitchell Historic Prop- the senses, remember it was George Mitchell who brought it back. Strand, and they are currently And when you appreciate the local Galveston community, remember erties continues their special events through the end undergoing restoration. Past projthat anyone who calls themselves an Islander look to men like of the Halloween season. Look out for the “Saengerects include the complete restoraGeorge Mitchell who set the standard, not by force, but by his generfest Mini Monster Bash,” an annual celebration of tion of the Harbor House, as well everything fun and spooky. The “Mini Monster Bash” osity and service. as the conversion of a 19th cenincludes a carnival tury warehouse into what is now atmosphere with the acclaimed Tremont House on games and prizes, Mechanic Street. trick-or-treating on But the generous and far“Party on the Pier:” the Strand, and cosreaching influence of George Party on the Pier takes place on the third Saturday of the month tume contests for Mitchell goes far beyond the propdowntown at Pier 21, 6-9pm. This live music event is free and ages 0-11. erty lines. G-1 Corporation, family-friendly entertainment for visitors and restaurant guests. For the a division of Mitchell HisScheduled are performances by these hot bands: adult Halloween toric Properties, was launched Del Castillo (Latin rock) enthusiast, two July 20th initially as the philanthropic August 17th Silverado Band (country) themed dance branch of the company. It has parties are slated September 21th Pee Wee Bowen Band (classic rock) since developed into a marOctober 19th Vallejo (rock) for two weekketing and promotion firm, ends in October, set to enhance the experi“Music Nite on the Strand:” as well. On ences of both residents and Music enthusiasts looking for a great live music scene will enjoy “Music Nite on The Strand,” which October 12th visitors alike by creating speis scheduled on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. A dance floor and limited seating are is the “Voodoo cial events and community provided. Bands perform at Saengerfest Park, 2302 Strand, 6-9pm. Scheduled are: Dance Party” activities. Unlike most firms July 13th Sam Navarro and the Lone Star Devils (country) featuring the that fall in the real estate catJuly 27th Citizen Change (funk) band ‘Indiginis, ’ egory, Mitchell Historic PropAugust 10th The Clasixx (oldies) and on October erties does not cease their August 24th The Antiques/Ocean Roots (oldies/south coast soul) 26th is the efforts at plaster and paint, September 14th The Fab 5 (Beatles tribute band) “Zombie Dance or sales and leasing. They are September 28th Hypersoul (oldies) Party” feacommitted to preserving and Idiginis (reggae) turing the band October 12th promoting Island culture, as October 26th Come See My Dead Person (Gypsy rock) ‘CSMDP.’ well. With all of their fun and fanOne distinct way that Mitchell Historic Properties and G-1 Cor“Movie Night on The Strand:” poration keep the energy of the Island alive is through special events fare, the efforts and events of Nite on The Strand” begins just after dusk at Saengerfest Park, 2302 Strand. Set up a blanket that take perhaps relatively common activities and infuse them with Mitchell Historic Properties inject “Movie or bring a chair for these free movies under the stars. Scheduled are: the Spirit of Galveston and put them in a setting that only the Island the Island population with a sense August 3rd “The Muppets,” starring Jason Segel, Amy Adams can offer. In the past they have hosted such events as “Boots on the that the glory days of Galveston September 7th “Superman: The Movie,” (1978) starring Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder are not as far behind us as we may Beach,” live, beachfront performances by some of the nation’s top and Gene Hackman think, and may be nearer to our country acts; they also host the largest and longest running Mardi October 5th “Beetlejuice, ” starring Michael Keaton, Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis Gras Ball since the Mitchell’s single-handedly reintroduced the fes- future than we realize. 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Summer Lecture Series at Historic Menard Campus
Galveston Historical Foundation will host the second series of summer lectures through August, at the historic Menard Campus, 3302 Avenue O. The lectures will take place at 2pm on Sundays. In addition, Galveston’s oldest residential dwelling, the 1838 Menard House, will be opened for public tours the first Sunday in August.
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Historic Tales of the Texas Republic, A Glimpse of Texas Past - July 14th Presented by Jeffery Robenalt
Though the Republic of Texas existed as a sovereign nation for just nine years, the legacy lives on in the names that distinguish the landscape of the Lone Star State. Austin, Houston, Travis, Lamar, Seguin, Burnet, Bowie, Zavala and Crockett- these historical giants, often at odds, fought through their differences to achieve independence from Mexico and established a republic destined to become the twentyeighth state in the Union. Author Jeffrey Robenalt chronicles the fight to define and defend the Republic of Texas from revolutionary beginnings to annexation. The First Texas Navy, 1835-1837 - August 4th Presented by James P. Bevill
This powerful presentation takes place in the throws of the Texas Revolution, as the provisional government of Texas scrambled to put together a naval force to wreak havoc upon the Mexican supply lines. Having first resorted to the use of privateers (state sponsored pirates), Texas was able to borrow money from New Orleans in early 1836, to secure the warships “Liberty,” “Invincible,” “Independence” and the “Brutus.” Author and historian James Bevill tells the story of those four ships and the significant contributions of men made on the high seas in the fight for Texas’ independence. This remarkable story is triumphant and tragic, and an entertaining finale to the 2013 Menard Summer Lecture Series. In addition to the summer lecture series, the historic Menard House will be open for tours the first Sunday in August. Built in 1838 by John and Augustus Allen for the founder of Galveston, Michel Branamour Menard, the property passed between Menard and the Allen brothers (founders of Houston) in many complicated dealings in its early years. It is the oldest surviving residential dwelling in Galveston and the only structure to be owned by the founders of both Galveston and Houston. Tours will be available 12 noon4pm on August 4th. Admission is $8 for adults and $6 for students. The price for the individual lectures is $12 for non-members and $10 for GHF members. Reservations are recommended and can be made by visiting www.galvestonhistory.org or by calling (409)765-3409.
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Ongoing - Have you seen the blue trees downtown? Artist Konstantine Dimopoulos brings ‘The Blue Trees’ to Saengerfest Park, 23rd and Strand St. In response to the loss of Galveston trees following Hurricane Ike, ‘The Blue Trees’ are available for viewing daily at Saengerfest Park. Free. Seamanship Training Onboard 1877 Tall Ship Elissa - An orientation meeting for seamanship training on the restored 1877 Elissa, the Official Tall Ship of Texas, is scheduled for 1pm Saturday, July 20th, at the Texas Seaport Museum in Galveston. Houston-Galveston area residents will have the rare opportunity to learn to sail and maintain a square-rigged sailing ship this summer and fall, as well as sailing her in the Gulf of Mexico next spring. In twenty Saturday classes, people will learn, train, and participate in all areas of traditional crew seamanship, such as marlinespike skills, line handling, aloft training, shipboard maintenance, vessel safety, and emergency drills. During the orientation, participants will receive in-depth information regarding the Seamanship Training Program. Following a brief lecture and discussion of the program, experienced crewmembers will demonstrate maintenance projects and sail handling. After completing the classes, which take place on designated Saturdays, and contributing the required hours of work on the ship’s upkeep, participants are eligible to take Elissa to sea. Volunteers who are able may learn to climb Elissa’s rigging to set and furl sails and maintain the intricate machinery of wood, wire and rope. These tasks require passing a physical strength assessment, as the ship’s main mast towers 99 feet above deck. Attending the orientation does not obligate a person to join the program. The program is free to all participants, though a nominal fee is charged for study materials. For more information contact (409)763-1877 or galvestonhistory.org. Training is free to the public. Saturday, July 13th and Saturday, July 20th Birding 101 and 201 - Birding 101 will be held at Moody Gardens, 1 Hope Blvd. The cost for both classes is different. Presented by Moody Gardens and Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council, Birding 101 and 201 are a series of classes designed to educate and excite people about the tremendous variety of bird life routinely seen around Galveston Island. Classes are from 9-11am and meet at the Aquarium Pyramid lobby. Birding 101, which is free, will be held Saturday, July 13th; Birding 201 will be Saturday, July 20th. The Birding 201 class will allow participants, led by an instructor, to visit areas on the island and spy some of the
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Thursday, July 25th Mangia Italiano Cooking Class will be held at The Kitchen Chick, 528 23rd St., 6:30 – 8:30pm. Cost is $50 per person and you must make a reservation. The Italian Wooden Spoon and The Kitchen Chick have teamed up to teach you how to make authentic Italian cuisine! Class sizes are kept small to ensure you get plenty of one-on-one time with the instructors. The menu will be savory stuffed tomatoes, gnocchi from scratch, fresh spinach salad with pears, and over the top chocolate salame. Please call (409)497-2999 to reserve your spot! Reservations are made on a first come, first serve basis; Facebook comments will not count as reservations - you must call. Payment is due at the time of reservation. The Kitchen Chick will refund your tuition in full for cancellations made up to 72 hours before the class. Mention this ad in Island Guide! tremendous variety of birds here. The cost for this class is $5, and Moody Gardens® will provide the transportation. For more info or reservations call (409)683-4101. Saturday, July 13th - Splash of the Titans takes place at East Beach this year. If you’re up for the challenge, you can make a splash at Galveston’s newest beach obstacle course July 13th when Splash of the Titans comes to East Beach. Participants in this 5K challenge will get sandy and wet while making their way over and under a variety of obstacles. The event will kick off at 8am with a full day’s lineup of adventure, live entertainment and food. For details, www.dashofthetitans.com. Most Saturdays - “World War II Warbird Flight Experiences” will take place at Lone Star Flight Museum, 2002 Terminal Dr., 9am-5pm. Cost is $225 - $1,995, depending on length of flight. “Historic Flight Experiences” take place aboard our B-17 Bomber, B-25 Bomber, AT-6 Texan, PT-17 Stearman, T-41 Mescalero, or P-51 Mustang. Weight, size and age restrictions may apply, especially in the single passenger aircraft. Flights are Saturdays or by appointment. Reservations recommended but walk-ups welcome. For reservations or info call (409)737-1304. Saturday, July 13th - Bishop’s Palace “Basement to Attic” Tour will begin at 11am. Offering participants a rare look into parts of the 1892 home that Cont. Page 10
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half hour, from 11:30am-5:30pm, at the Pier 21 Theater, Harborside Drive are typically off-limits, the Basement and 21st St. Admission is $6 for adults; to Attic tour at Bishop’s Palace, 1402 $5 for students, ages 6 to 18; and free Broadway, returns at 11am, July 13th, for children under 6. Pier 21 Theater is July 27th, August 10th and August located at 2100 Harborside Dr. 24th. One of the highlights of the tour Mrs. Gresham’s studio, offers visitors Ongoing - Kayak Tour Adventure: a truly one of a kind view of the Gulf Coastal Heritage Preserve - Artist of Mexico from the house’s third floor. Boat is establishing the Coastal “The Basement to Attic tour remains Heritage Preserve on Galveston Island. our most popular specialty tour. The The Coastal Heritage Preserve project “Young Frankenstein” will be presented at view from the top is amazing and you Island ETC Theatre, 2317 Mechanic (across is envisioned as a conservation area can experience what it would be like from Tremont House), July 19th thru August of approximately 364 acres of land to paint in Mrs. Gresham’s studio or be 17th (Thursday, Friday, Saturday evenings; on West Galveston Island adjacent one of their children bounding up and and Sunday matinees July 28th, August to West Bay. This destination occurs down the steps,” says Denise Alexander, 4th, and August 11th). A monstrously good at the natural and restored marshes Director of Museums and Museum will be had by all at this spectacular protecting one of the most pristine Services for Galveston Historical Foun- time production. This daffy send-up of 1930’s examples of a dune/swale complex on dation. “Historical information and Hollywood monster movies follows the Mel Galveston Island. Artist Boat’s grant photographs are shared on this tour Brooks’ film closely. Laughs abound as the to acquire this land at the new Coastal that we don’t [share] on any others. young Frederick Frankenstein (Frookenstine) Heritage Preserve is providing the It is truly a history experience.” arrives in Transylvania intent on claiming his financial resources to launch three Reservations are $30 per person, inheritance, only to face destiny – to follow years of educational programming www.galvestonhistory.org. in his grandfather’s footsteps and create the from this special place. To discover the Thursday, July 25th – Sunday, July next generation of ‘The Monster.’ Wouldn’t wonders of the dune/swale complex 28th - Texas Race Week Regatta you know, things don’t go exactly the way and wetlands and to celebrate nature he plans...family-friendly fun for all. ETC’s More than 50 sail boats race on the while envisioning our future home, mainstage production tickets are $27 for waters of the Gulf of Mexico. There is adults; $22 for seniors and students. Purchase come participate in these fun $10 one race each day beginning between tours. Book trips online at the website, 10am- 12 noon. Recommended places tickets online at tickets.destinationnext.com or kayak.destinationnext.com. to watch are East Beach, Stewart Beach call (409)762-3556. or a few miles down the Seawall. GBCA Friday, August 2nd - SCC (“Superior is a non-profit organization that strives to put on quality yacht Combative Championships”) will be having 12-15 Mixed racing events at a minimum cost. Martial Arts bouts Friday, August 2nd at Galveston Island Saturday, July 27th - Casino for a Cause will be held, 6-10pm, Convention Center. Gates open at 6pm and tickets are $25-75. You can get tickets online at www.cagetix.com or by calling at the The Tremont House in the Davidson Ballroom, 2300 Mechanic St. Cost is $125. The 4th Annual Casino for a Cause (409)795-1080. benefitting the Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County will be held at the Tremont House. The organization is thrilled Upcoming Events to be holding the event for the first year at the Tremont House. In addition to an evening of exciting casino gaming - including August The BrewMasters Craft Beer Festival will be held Friday, poker, roulette, craps, and slot machines - RCC advises guests August 30th – Saturday, August 31st at Moody Gardens, 1 Hope to look forward to great additions to this year’s Casino for a Blvd. www.brewmastersbeerfest.com. Cause that include live music from the local band ‘Two Bit Karma,’ an island themed buffet prepared by the creative team September at the Tremont House, an extensive silent auction, and fun with Galveston Island Shrimp Festival will be held Friday, announcer Bob Ford, the “Voice of the Astros.” For more info go September 27th – Sunday, September 29th, at Saengerfest to rccgc.org or call (409)443-0523. Park, 2302 Strand. www.galvestonshrimpfestival.com or call (409)770-0999. Every Tuesday - Galveston Beach Band performs 7:30 – 9:30pm at the Sealy Pavilion, 24th & Sealy, downtown. Cost October is free. Starting in the 1920’s, the Galveston Beach Band free ARToberFEST will be held Saturday, October 19th – Sunday, concerts were an important summer Island attraction, often October 20th in the 2200 block of Postoffice St. This is a juried boasting audiences of 2,000 and featured on the newspaper front page. By the 1960s the Band had declined and was revital- art competition on Galveston’s historic Postoffice Street. Ticket ized, thanks to its core of loyal musicians and then new leader, prices are $5 for adults, free for children 12 and under. Visit artoberfest.com. Frank Incaprera. Fast forward to today and the free concerts continue, as much loved as ever. Now a proudly family venue, Island Oktoberfest will take place Friday, October 25th concerts are a diverse mix of much loved show tunes, big band - Saturday, October 26th at the First Evangelical Lutheran numbers and jazz. Housed in the Sealy Pavilion, concerts are a Church, 2415 Ave G. Admission is free. You can visit online at mixture of family, fun and summer relaxation. For more info log www.galvestonoktoberfest.com for information or call (409)762on at www.galvestonbeachband.org. 8477. German costumes encouraged. Admission is free. Ongoing - Pier 21 Theater presents “The Pirate Island of Saengerfest Park Mini Monster Bash will be held Saturday, Jean Laffite” - Pirate or patriot? Smuggler or businessman? October 26th, 1-4pm at Saengerfest Park, 2302 The Strand. This Merciless murderer and thief, or hero in time of war? These is a free, family friendly Halloween carnival. are the contradictions of the legendary Jean Laffite. His harsh actions have secured his place in infamy, but his motives remain Lone Star Motorcycle Rally will take place Thursday, October a mystery to this day. Whatever his reasons, the mere mention 31st-Sunday, November 3rd. www.lonestarrally.com. of Laffite in the early decades of the 1800’s sent merchant ships December throughout the Gulf of Mexico racing for safe harbor. During 40th Annual Dickens on The Strand Festival will be held the last three years of his marauding campaign, Laffite made Saturday, December 7th-Sunday, December 8th, downtown. Galveston Island his base of operations. As for the treasure he www.galvestonhistory.org. is said to have buried here, none has been found . . . yet. “The Pirate Island of Jean Laffite,” directed by C. Grant Mitchell, is an exciting chronicle of the adventures of the pirate who called January 2014 Galveston Restaurant Week will be held Sunday, January 12th Galveston home, and seeks to explore the questions of his – Saturday, January 25th. Hundreds of restaurants participate! character. “The Pirate Island of Jean Laffite” shows daily every Cont. from Page 9
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Gulf Coast Volleyball Association Events... The Gulf Coast Volleyball Association is the largest outdoor volleyball association on the Gulf Coast, and has been rated the #1 outdoor volleyball organization by Outdoor Volleyball USA. During the summer months, the GCVA features an array of high-flying scheduled tournaments at Stewart Beach. You do not have to be a GCVA member to participate. Check-in is at 8:30am, with tournaments beginning promptly at 9am. Don’t miss out on the fun! Upcoming events are: Saturday, July 13th...............................Texas Junior’s Last Chance Qualifier Saturday, July 20th...............................“Getting Hot Out Here” Tournament Sunday, August 4th..............................“Hot As Hell Classic” Tournament Sunday, August 25th............................“Last Man Standing” Tournament Sunday, September 8th.......................“Back to School Blues” Tournament Sunday, September 22nd....................Season Closer 10 The Island Guide Magazine theislandguide@gmail.com (409)256-5166
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Books A Little Bit of Everything: Summer Reads ‘Musts’ and Simply a Few ‘Just Ok’s’ By Tammy Thomas-Cook As summer continues and it keeps getting hotter and hotter I find myself nestled into any corner I can find that is air conditioned. These are a few titles that I have been reading...enjoy! “Carl Reiner I Remember Me” By Carl Reiner with foreword by Billy Crystal
Everyone knows Carl Reiner as one of television’s pioneers, an imaginative director/producer/actor and as the straight man to the legendary Mel Brooks’ “2,000 Year Old Man” but upon reading his newest book, “Carl Reiner I Remember Me,” we get to glimpse the “ordinary” man behind the extraordinary talent. Reiner paints his family and friends in vibrant colors that jump off the page, whether he is speaking of his admiration of his diminutive watchmaker father, his obvious pride in his children and grandchildren or sharing stories of the times he and his close circle of friends laughed until they cried , provide a peek behind the curtain after the stage has gone dark. Stories range from his days as a scrawny kid playing stick ball with his friends in the street to the last tender moment of his beloved Estelle as she left this world mouthing the words “Thank You.” He winds humor through the tapestry of the dark days of the Communist Witch Hunt as he greets the black suited FBI agents at his door one early Saturday morning in his underwear. He surprises the reader with how genuinely he enjoys laughing with others, not needing to be the center of attention, but reveling in the genius of his friends and fellow performers. This is a comfortable read but not a cohesive storyline,
fiction, Vreeland’s imaginative novel which recounts how renowned French artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir created his 1880 masterpiece, “Luncheon of the Boating Party.” The colorful painting depicts a lively group of men and women enjoying a meal on a restaurant terrace. Renoir chose his own friends and colleagues as models for the work, and Vreeland brings life to these historical figures and the time in which they lived—la vie moderne. Meetings this summer for the Rosenberg Library Museum Book Club will be a brown bag lunch meeting, Thursday, July 25th from 12 noon-1pm. On Saturday, August 24th, the book discussion and art presentation will take place from 11am12pm. Registration is required. Established book clubs are encouraged to participate. “Luncheon of the Boating Party” is available for check out and is By Michelle Bardsley available as an e-book through Rosenberg’s 3M Cloud Library. Visit online at Lose yourself in this whimsical story about a single mother, www.rosenberg-library.org. who just happens to be a vampire. Celtic folklore is woven Ongoing - Children’s Summer Reading Club is continuing thru August throughout the fabric of the story and the author has kindly 17th. The club is open to all children from infants through rising 7th graders included a glossary at the back of the book. It is a delightful and anyone can join at anytime by registering at rosenberg-library.org. Children piece of paranormal romance, intrigue and humor - think of it can earn prizes by reading or listening to books. They may read anything they as “Twilight” meets “Sex and the City.” want anywhere they choose. All registrants receive a free t-shirt. Rosenberg Rating: 7/10 - A good beach book! Library is located at 2310 Sealy St., (409)763-8854, www.rosenberg-library.org. “Lady Alimina and the Real Downtown Abbey” ( The Tuesdays - The Bluebonnet Book Party, 2:30-4pm will be held at Rosenberg Lost Legacy of Highclere Castle Library. Cost is free. This is exclusively for rising third through sixth graders. By Lady Fiona ,Countess of Carnavaron There will be book discussions and fun activities which highlight the 20 nominees of this Texas children’s book program. Each week will feature several of Fans of the PBS Series “Downtown Abbey” will adore this the nominees. For more info call (409)763-8854 ext. 161. factual account of Lady Almina’s life at Highclere Castle. The story follows Almina’s rise from her “questionable lineage” to a Wednesdays - Storytime is every Wednesday at 10am with stories being grand Lady among the rarified air of British Aristocracy at the read. “Mother Goose” is July 31st. Recommended for infants - age 4 and adult beginning of the 20th century. Glimpse behind the tapestries companion. Rosenberg Library is located at 2310 Sealy St., (409)763-8854, of the family home, experience the trials and jubilation of the www.rosenberg-library.org. discovery of King Tut’s tomb, and the tensions and dread from Saturday, July 27th - This months Meet World War I. & Greet, 2-4pm, will feature Amanda Rating: 6/10 - Rainy day read. Albright Still’s “Brides of the Storm.” “Hello Goodbye Hello” One Too Many Brides: One bride died a By Craig Brown year before the wedding, drowned in the waters of the Great Galveston Hurricane of Did you know that Adolf Hitler was hit by a car August 1900. One fell in love and expects a quiet 22nd, 1931? Did you know that Andy Warhol took a photo wedding and a peaceful life. They are both of Jackie Kennedy skinny dipping? Did you know that author surprised when the confused groom is Craig Brown takes the college dorm game of “6 Degrees of suspected of a brutal murder. The grueKevin Bacon” to a whole new level? Follow the delightful maze some death of a local prostitute occurred of famous names meeting famous names and how they all are just after the “dead” wife returned to town. interconnected in a pre-Facebook social web. Are the two events connected? Dash, a I recommend this book for anyone who only has a few minfemale attorney, must find out the truth utes to read, each chapter is like one of the Whitman’s Samto bring peace to her own home as her plers…you know you are going to like it, but you are not sure if adopted daughters are now torn between it’s a piece of rich, caramel filled, milk chocolate or bittersweet their love for her and suspicion that their dark chocolate with exotic fruit inside (forgive me for sounding original mother did not die in the storm, a bit Forrest Gump-y). but might return. As Dash hunts a killer, Rating: 7/10 - Fun book for break time. she finds the dead are more help than the living in this dangerous pursuit. Events “Brides of the Storm” is the second book in the ‘Galveston Hurricane Mystery Vreeland Novel for Summer Rosenberg Book Club: Series,’ following “Echoes of the Storm” which began the series. Please join us “Luncheon of the Boating Party” - Rosenberg Library is as we welcome Amanda back for her second Meet & Greet at the Galveston hosting this summer’s reading club with a work of historical Bookshop, 317 23rd Street, (409)750-8200. each chapter is a story on it’s own, completely independent but sandwiched between other stories. Mr. Reiner’s reminiscences jump around like a flea in a kennel, bouncing the reader from his youth to his prime to the present and all places in between. Though the chapters are disjointed, his words and thoughts are always clear and entertaining - the book is more akin to an afternoon sitting on the front porch drinking sweet iced tea with your 90-year-old Uncle Carl than a “standard” memoir. Rating: 8/10 - A good bedtime book. “Don’t Talk Back to Your Vampire”
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Over the next few months we are running a series of articles featuring a variety of topics that all begin with the letter “B.” Future topics include Boats, Buildings, Birds, Books, Buses, Boo, Boots, Beers and Boulevards. We hope that you will enjoy this creative series of articles - all written by talented locals of our beautiful Island. We continue this series with the fourth focus...bikes.
~ John F. Kennedy 35th President of the United States By Elizabeth Rogers │ Photos by Christa Schreckengost Riding a bicycle brings you closer to your surroundings, closer to life, and closer to the details that can escape through the blur of a car windshield. The rhythm of the pedaling and the senses that are engaged when on a bicycle have been the start and substance of many of life’s greatest experiences. And if you add in the elements that make Galveston Island so special – sun, fun, history, architecture, nature and more – you’re in for an especially unique ride.
turned lemons into lemonade by having the remaining trunks carved into whimsical and incredulous works of art. Nature, pets, storybook characters and more were brought to life through the stumps of these once majestic oaks. Grab a tree sculpture map from any visitor center location or brochure rack and visit as many as possible – their new found forms will bring a smile to your face and are best accessed by bike.
Step Three: The Plan
No matter what your venture, Galveston Island is very much a liveable, walkable, There are many shops in bike-able community. Galveston that specialize in The options are endbicycle sales and rentals but less: bike to one of hundreds none more well-versed than of eatery options across the Island Bicycle Company. island. From seafood and Located at 1808 Seawall Bousushi, to burgers and beer, the levard, Island Bicycle can find island will fill your belly and the perfect bicycle for you, bike ride with deliciousness. depending on your wants, Looking to live like a needs and budget. They local? Stop in at an island stock a wide variety of beach favorite, Sonny’s Place, cruisers, mountain, road, located at 1206 19th Street, youth and comfort bicycles. for a cheeseburger, fries and Not in the market to buy? a game of pinball - you will Give one a spin and rent one have to stand in line behind for the day. the kids, please, but trust us, Island Bicycle owner Jeff its worth the wait. Nielsen maintains that just Making a night of it? as important as the brand of Cruise down Postoffice Street bicycle is the care that goes into assembling and maintaining it. They offer full service repairs and assistance with any bicycle needs. for art gallery adventure topped with sushi, seafood, gumbo and more at the plethora of diners, bars and grills. What would a beach cruiser be without the mandatory coconut cup holder or bike bell? Island You could also ride down to Pier 21 for a glimpse of the Elissa and many good dining options - from Bicycle has every accessory from baskets and bells, to cup holders and cushions. The fun part is making Greek to Italian and beyond. Depending on the night, you could catch a free concert and of course, you your bicycle uniquely yours! can always see a gorgeous sunset from here. Step Two: The Path Sweet treats can be scored if you pedal your way to Hey Mikeys! at 902 Avenue E – just park outGalveston Island has a biking experience for everyone. Whether you’re a beach bum, a historic side, catch the local night air and lick your way through one of their many homemade, fresh flavors and home hound or somewhere in between, there’s a path for you. custom cones. Hit Seawall Boulevard for over 10 miles of paved sidewalk and endless sun and fun. Another option would be to pump your way down to the Strand and fill your handlebar basket with Brrrriiiinnnng! your bell at the passersby, wave to the kids and breathe in the amazing Gulf of gifts and goodies from merchants and retail shops – apparel, home goods, specialty items and more. Mexico beachfront. While there, stop at Saengerfest Park for a free concert or movie night event. Entertainment is availWith spectacular sights along the way including the Historic Galveston Island Pleasure Pier, Murable just about anywhere you can pull up atop your bike. doch’s, various fishing piers, restaurants, and shops, your head will spin as fast as your wheels. Don’t How should you outfit for your biking adventure? Comfortable clothes that won’t interfere with the forget to stop for a cold drink to fill your cup holder along the way; snow cone vendors and beachfront gears or chain on a bike are best, as well as closed-toed shoes and a hat for protection from the sun. shops dot your path, ready to refresh. Many beach cruisers simply don their swimwear and spin down the Seawall. Just throw a cute covAre you awed at Galveston’s historic architecture? Then take to the city’s East End or Silk Stocking erup in the basket and go. Historical Districts for breathtaking beauties dating back to the pre-1900 Storm. Famed architects like Either way, make sure to slather on some sunscreen and hop aboard – your next adventure awaits, Nicholas Clayton still resound in the homes dotting the east end of the island. The advent of Hurricane and it only takes two wheels to get there. The options are endless when you have the freedom to pedal Ike tragically inundated beloved oak trees from the historical neighborhoods, but these homeowners your way to perspective. Go biking on Galveston Island today! 16 The Island Guide Magazine theislandguide@gmail.com (409)256-5166
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Island Bicycle Company:
Pedal or Paddle Your Way Around Galveston By Kimber Fountain │ Photos by Christa Schreckengost Since Hurricane Ike, the efforts of small business owners all across Galveston have rallied to raise and extend not only the level of the Island Experience, but the standard of service presented while creating it. Island Bicycle Company is no exception to the new standard, with convenience and quality in everything from the location to the inventory to its operation. This is the only bike rental company open year round, so locals are never without service and visitors are reminded that summer is not necessarily the only time there is much to do in Galveston. They can serve large groups incredibly well with something for everyone; for couples or small groups they can even provide a one-stop-shop with enough activities to keep you busy for days. All of this, combined with generous amenities and a high level of customer service, creates an Island establishment that certainly adds a tremendous value to the experience of anyone who lives or plays in Galveston. Besides being open year-round, what distinguishes Island Bicycle Company from the other rental kiosks on the seawall is that it is first and foremost a full-service, professional bike shop. Whether your investment is in a purchase or just an hour or two of entertainment, you can rest assured that this shop is ready, able, and equipped to help you make the most of it. Plus, let’s face it, mechanics are not infallible. At times accidents happen and things break down or get loose; those repairs or unlikely events are most certainly better off in the hands of the knowledgeable, experienced owner, or one of his certified technicians. Their status as a pro shop also means they offer the above-and-beyond conveniences to visitors, like roadside assistance for rental clients, as well as a pick-up service that will come to your hotel and save you the hassle of driving and parking. At Island Bicycle Company, excellent service is a priority, even during the busiest of days. The entire atmosphere of the retail shop is in itself a true Island experience. Surrounding the young, fresh, and friendly faces of studious and hard-working local student employees is an air of a well-seasoned, professional business that inherently
knows anything and everything that there is to know about bicycles. This is certainly reflected in the inventory. Island Bicycle Company is fully stocked with the most trusted and sought-after brand named bikes in every imaginable size and color - but more amazingly, if there is a product out there that goes on, under, beside, behind, around, or over a bike or a person riding a bike, they have it. Gadgets and gizmos galore line the walls and make for a unique and almost mesmerizing scene. There is much variety in the rentals Island Bicycle Company offers, as well. They have available many different style of bicycles and almost every alternative mode of transportation one could hope for during an Island getaway. Their list of bicycles include beach cruisers, for a relaxing, scenic roll around the town; Hybrid Mountain Bikes and Urban City (Fixie) Bikes for the more sporty experience; plus kids bikes and tandem bikes. To share the fun together, Surreys are available for families or groups. The regular surreys hold two adults and two kids, and the extended ‘limo’ surrey accommodates up to four adults and three kids. The ‘limo’ surreys also offer the added feature of music to accompany your journey, MP3 speakers are included free with every rental. Also for rent are bike trailers for children or pets, and joggers, strollers with durable wheels for runners to take their little ones along for the morning jog down the seawall. Island Bicycle’s rentals move even beyond the pavement and into the water, offering kayaks (single and tandem), stand-up paddle boards, surf boards, boogie boards, fishing poles, and fishing gear.
They even offer adventures that require absolutely no physical exertion: explore the cosmos or the horizon with one of their telescopes, or peruse the sands for treasure with a metal detector. Can’t decide? Don’t miss any of the fun with the Island Bicycle Company Day Pass Rental. Customers can choose from almost all of the available rental items and trade out throughout the day. Passes allow one item at a time for up to two hours, from 10am-6pm. To increase the ease and efficiency and lower the price of your rentals, guests are encouraged to book online through their user-friendly website. With a reservation, not only do the hourly and daily rates drop by a significant amount, when you arrive everything will be right there for you, ready and waiting. Their website also contains an online catalog, a complete list of rental rates, and pictures of the different styles of bikes available. To keep up with the latest specials and promotions, visit and ‘like’ them on Facebook. The newest item on Island Bicycle Company’s broad agenda are self-guided bicycle tours. Guided, private tours are also available with a reservation, but the self-guided tours allow bikers to go at their own pace, and perhaps find their own unique interests along the way. The streets and homes of Galveston house some of the richest history in the entire state of Texas, and although it would be impossible to take it all in at once, the Company’s tour is a fantastic overview of some of the Island’s most famous (and infamous) historic tales. The tour takes you all over the Island from Seawall Boulevard to Harborside Drive, and includes a ferry ride and a lunch stop at one of Galveston’s premiere local establishments.
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Year 2, A Group Exhibition
Galveston Artist Residency celebrates its second year of existence with a special exhibition entitled “GAR Year 2: A Group Exhibition.” The show features works by artists in residence Josh Bernstein, Davide Savorini, and Zachary Podgorny, and will remain on view through July 20th. About Josh Bernstein: Josh Bernstein inserts his own travels, sculptures and photographs into larger historical narratives. His work has been exhibited in the Museum of Fine Arts Houston, Bryan Miller Gallery in Houston, and the Emergency Room Gallery at Rice University. It has been reviewed in the “Houston Chronicle” and the “Houston Press,” as well as “Artforum.com” and “Art Fag City” (NYC magazine). Bernstein’s work is included in several private collections and the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. He received his B.A. from Amherst College and his M.F.A. from Mason Gross School of Art at Rutgers University. About Zachary Podgorny: Zachary Zeke Podgorny’s birth name is Zachar Vaks, and written in Cyrillic letters, looks like ‘3axap Bakc.’ 3axap was born in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, and became Zachary Podgorny when he and his family moved to America, one year after the dissolution of the U.S.S.R. Since then he has been Zachary, Zach, Zack, Zaktion, BeaRaWare, and Paint Conductor. A few years ago he began signing his work as ‘3axap,’ as a nod to his roots. Different identities are linked to each name: a different persona for each new moniker. 3axap has become an anthropologist of his identity, and painting and drawing, along with music, cooking, and performance, are the tools he uses to uncover different aspects of himself. Zachary Podgorny received his BFA from Tyler School of Art and his MFA from The Ohio State University. He has shown in Philadelphia, New York, Columbus and Vienna Austria. About Davide Savorani: Davide Savorani (Faenza, 1977) is an Italian visual artist. After graduating from the Academy of Arts in Ravenna, he has performed extensively in projects by Socìetas Raffaello Sanzio, Kinkaleri, ZimmerFrei and Invernomuto. Savorani creates installation-based works using a variety of different media: from drawing to photography, sculpture to performance. His practice questions pointedly the approach towards the exhibition space, which he treats as a time-sensitive entropic area. Galveston Artist Residency is located at 2521 Mechanic and will be open for ArtWalk, July 13th at 6pm. For more info call (409)974-4446.
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“Twelve Project” returns to Edna’s Room - Armed with the same film camera, an Olympus Trip 35, and the choice of black and white or color film, twelve Island residents are capturing their view of life on Galveston Island. The 2013 “Twelve” showing and auction will be held during ArtWalk on Saturday, July 13th beginning at 6pm in Edna’s Room of The Grand 1894 Opera House. For the past three years, “Twelve” has put cameras in the hands of local residents, asking them to capture their view of life in 24 photos or less. Proceeds from the ArtWalk event will go to benefit Galveston Art Center. Believing contemporary art can inspire, engage, provoke and inform, the Galveston Arts Center presents dynamic and innovative work focusing on professional visual artists living or working in Texas. For additional information on “Twelve” and its participants, please visit twelvepeople.org, (409)356-3781. ArtWalk - For over 25 years, the Galveston Art Center has produced ArtWalk on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district. Now spreading to other parts of the Island, ArtWalk occurs approximately every six weeks. Not a street festival, ArtWalk takes place in existing commercial galleries, non-profit art spaces and what are called “other walls” - restaurants and retail stores. The next ArtWalk is Saturday, July 13th. Galleries that are participating are listed here. Affaire d’ Art (2227 Postoffice, (409)789-0079, www.affairedart.com) Affaire d’art International Fine Art Gallery currently features an exhibition by Howard Hackney and Lauren English, entitled “Sand & Stone.” It will be on view thru August 17th. Buchanan Gallery (302 25th Street, (409)7638683, www.buchanangallery.com) Buchanan Gallery hosts its “Two Man Show,” featuring works by Skynear and John C. Dyes. DesignWorks (2119 Postoffice, (409)766-7599) DesignWorks features a summer exhibition of works by various artists. On view thru August 11th. G. Lee Gallery (2215 Postoffice, (409)370-7350) Throughout the month of July, in celebration of our nation’s many great accomplishments, G. Lee Gallery will feature guest photographer Brian Hitchcox. He is a native of London, England and a survivor of Nazi Germany’s London blitz, who aims his camera at a symbol of American ingenuity, the Space Shuttle. Galveston Art League (2117 Postoffice, (409)6211008, galvestonartleague.com) Galveston Art League Gallery currently features a Members Exhibition, featuring works by Mardi Mitchell. The show will be on view thru July 28th. Galveston Artist Residency (2521 Ships Mechanic Row, (409)974-4446, galvestonartistresidency.org) “GAR Year 2: A Group Exhibition” features works by artists in residence Josh Bernstein, Davide Savorini, and Zachary Podgorny, and will remain on view July 20th.
Affaire d’art International Fine Art Gallery currently features an exhibition by Howard Hackney & Lauren English, entitled “Sand & Stone.” It will be on view at the gallery thru August 17th.
Galveston Arts Center (2501 Market, (409)7632403, contemporaryartgalveston.org) The Galveston Arts Center proudly presents Kelly O’Connor’s newest series of large-scale collages and totemic sculptures titled “Rock City.” The exhibition will remain on view through August 18th. Curator Clint Willour will lead a gallery talk with the artist beginning at 6:30pm during ArtWalk. Katrina Howarth Gallery (215 Tremont St., (713)550-6431, thehowarthgallery.com) Howarth Gallery is currently featuring a special exhibition by artist Katrina Howarth entitled “New Collection of Whimsical Original Oils.” The gallery is open by appointment only, and on ArtWalk evenings. MiArt (1327 Market St., (409)692-7833) Celebrate the grand opening of Galveston’s newest gallery, MiArt! The first exhibition, “Summertime,” will include works by Michele Grindberg. Also featured will be jewelry and clay by fellow artisans. René Wiley Gallery (2128 Postoffice, (409)7509077, renewileyart.com) Island oil painter René Wiley is showing her newest series, “Mid-Summer Arrangement.” The gallery also carries original “Ike” wood sculptures by James D. Phillips and intricate bowls by Dale Hooks, all made from Galveston’s lost trees. Other works in the gallery are by artists Rachel Wiley Janota, Brenda J. Bunten-Schloesser, Bill Meek, Robbie Wood, Darlene Wall and Becky Wolfe. The exhibition continues thru August 22nd.
PeckArts (2208 Postoffice, (409)621-1500, PeckArts.com) PeckArts is currently featuring an exhibition by Homer Allen, “In from the Fence.” Other artists on display include Jennifer Peck, Ross de la Garza, Anne Heinrichs, and Ted Armulowicz. The show will continue thru August 18th. The Water’s Edge Studio and Gallery (1302 21st Street, (409)762-1925, galvestonwatersedge.com) The Water’s Edge currently features two exhibitions: Gayle Reynolds’ “Pretty Little Watercolors,” Rex Reynolds’ “Working on His Seventh Dory” and “Adirondack Tallboys.” Also showing is pottery by Madeleine Baker and John Whitman; and bronze sculptures by Pat Moberley Moore. Third Coast Gallery (2413 Mechanic, (409)9744661) Third Coast Gallery currently features an exhibition entitled “Return to Galveston,” featuring works by artist Saralene Tapley, Jimmy McDonald, Gabriel Prusmack, Brian Greb, and Jack Morris. Art Classes will be held Fridays at 2618 Broadway St., at the Galveston Arts Center. These classes are for kids age 5 thru 12. Weekly classes include: July 19th: Beach Find Wind Charms with Rachel Wiley July 26th: Nature Prints with Laura McIntyre August 2nd: Self Portraits with Joan Finn August 9th: Art Class: Batik on Paper Cost for members is $15; and non-Members $17. You can sign up at any time. Reservations are recommended by calling (409)763-2403.
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2013 Teachers and Employees of the Year By Kimber Fountain In their annual awards ceremony held on May 23rd at Scott Collegiate Academy, Galveston Independent School District announced the winners of the 2013 Teachers and Employees of the year. Chosen from a panel of nineteen nominees in four categories, the winners were selected for their innovative approaches and passionate dedication to education, administration and community. Jessica Antonelli, Elementary Teacher of the Year Jessica Antonelli, Art Teacher for Early Childhood University and AIM College Preparatory School, is a graduate of Galveston’s Ball High School. She attended Austin College in Sherman, Texas, where she earned both a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Art as well as her Masters Degree. Upon graduating she returned to Galveston to complete her student teaching shortly after Hurricane Ike in 2008, and it was then that she says, “I really started falling in love with the city of Galveston, and came to appreciate it more than I ever had growing up.” 2013 marks her second full year with Galveston ISD, and her efforts to cultivate the lives and education of local children with hands-on learning experiences that are truly remarkable. The scope of Antonelli’s career and initiatives is far reaching, grounded in the philosophies she set forth upon making her decision to teach. “I decided what I wanted to do,” she says in response to her pursuit of her Art degree, but as her awareness of social injustices grew, she realized what an impact she could make with her talents. “Through art and teaching, I feel we can inspire children to stay in school and appreciate learning.” Last school year, she started a school garden with the science teacher, but this past year, she beams, “it really blossomed.” She developed community projects and data-driven instruction based around the garden, which included hands-on curriculum that aided kids struggling in the classroom. Math, science and reading projects were all integrated in with activities around the garden. The highlights of her year included a “Read and Seed” event in conjunction with SMART Family Literacy and Big Event. Students from Texas A&M of Galveston worked alongside the children, teaching and assisting them with the planting of trees and flowers, read-alouds were held in the garden, and free books were given to
students. Closer to the classroom, Antonelli created a multi-faceted curriculum for a 4th grade class called “How To Plant a Strawberry Patch.” The students experimented with different soils and growing processes, filmed their activities with “iMovie,” and wrote detailed how-to essays to accompany their project. An all-encompassing learning experience, this lesson developed by Antonelli combined all the best resources for today’s student, including technology, writing, and most importantly, playing in the dirt. “If you are going to learn anything,” she says, “you can find a way to connect with it.” Of course no great teacher goes at it alone, and Jessica Antonelli proudly honors her family and co-workers as her inspirations and guideposts. Her mother Cynthia Antonelli, a teacher as well and just recently retired, and her father Jeff Antonelli are her support and inspiration. Her aunt, Susan Antonelli is a master gardener and instilled in her the love of horticulture. Jessica also extends her gratitude and appreciation to Liz Turner of “SMART Family Literacy,” Patrick Burke, Amy Hopkins, and “all of the wonderful teachers and staff at Early Childhood University.” Keith Mahaffey, Secondary Teacher of the Year Keith Mahaffey was born on the Island and like his elementary counterpart, also graduated from Ball High School and went on to study at Austin College. There he was awarded a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and History as well as a Masters Degree in Education. For 28-years he taught at South Side High School in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and upon retiring returned to his hometown. He was hired by Galveston ISD in 2005, although at first he was not certain of where exactly he would be teaching. When Keith found out he would once again sport the purple and gold of the Ball High Torrs, he says, “it was the best feeling in the world,” and he goes on to remark that receiving Teacher of the Year from the high school which he attended, “makes the honor so much more special.” At Ball High School, Mahaffey serves as a psychology teacher and Instructional Coach for the math department, and sponsors the National Honor Society. This year the National Honor Society finally completed a project that has been in the works for nearly six years, the renovation and restoration of the school’s courtyard. Under his leadership the organization transformed the concrete courtyard into a mini park, a quiet refuge from the din of the high school hallways, complete with gardens, benches, and even a wind chime. The National Honor Society also extends their efforts into the community with their Recycling Program. Local residents contribute $20 a month and in return, have their recycling picked up every Saturday and taken to the appropriate depositories. This year the program received a grant from the Kempner Foundation, which allowed them to offer their services for free to eleven Galveston families. When asked what has made his year so special, Mahaffey gives most of the credit to “the kids. The kids make every day special.” But just as rewarding, Mahaffey says, has been the opportunity to work closely with the math teachers, watching them grow and learning from them. “All of the faculty and staff have worked incredibly hard to turn Ball High around and return it to a place of prominence among Texas high schools.” And he states proudly that the evidence of their hard work is clear. When he arrived six years ago, seven security guards were required to patrol and control the campus; now they are down to one. Mahaffey regards his place amid this growth and progress of Ball High School as his ultimate teaching experience. His wife and fellow teacher, Susette Mahaffey, has stood by his side through 41 years of marriage, and he applauds her support and
the example and inspiration she provides on a daily basis. “She is my touchstone, if you will; I would not be the teacher I am without her.” He would also like to extend his pride, appreciation, and gratitude to the entire faculty and staff of Ball High School for working so hard to improve the school and subsequently, for “collectively raising the quality of life and standards of education for their students.” Kelley Romar, Paraprofessional of the Year Born in Detroit, Michigan, Kelley Romar moved to Galveston Island at a very young age, and in keeping with this years’ theme of winners, is also an alumni of Ball High School where she was a cheerleader and a majorette. She attended North Texas State University in Denton, where she received her degree in criminal justice. For 21-years, she worked as a supervisor for the Texas Board of Pardons and Parole, and although that may seem at first as an unusual precursor to a career with Galveston Independent School District, her experience there, she says, “is where my passion for what I do comes from.” Kelley Romar is the Project Coordinator of the ‘Galveston Project for the Education for Homeless Children and Youth,’ known affectionately in the District as the “Discovery Club.” The “Discovery Club” operates under the McKinney-Ventto law, which ensures that all children have the opportunity for a successful educational experience despite any hardships in their home life. The law is extended to all underprivileged, at-risk, or displaced children, as are the efforts of Kelly Romar and the “Discovery Club,” which also branches out to include ‘unaccompanied youth’ - high school students who have already left home and live on their own. Her career in criminal justice presented her with one side of the story, and now, she says, “I get to work on the other side.” Romar’s previous experience brings with it an unrivaled dedication and empathy for the students and their circumstances, because she often deals with the children of people she once helped rehabilitate. Working in tandem with faculty and staff across the district, “Discovery Club” is an ongoing effort throughout the school year to identify students who are possibly in need and could qualify for the program’s assistance. This year alone, they had over 700 students for which they provided anything and everything needed to perpetuate their education. This included, but was not limited to, school uniforms, school supplies, and services such as tutoring. During the holidays Kelley Romar led the event “Elves & More,” where 479 bicycles were awarded to students of Galveston ISD; the students drafted contracts and then worked to improve their grades and skill levels in order to earn their bike. “That was the best part,” Romar says with pride, “these kids worked extremely hard and earned their bikes - they were not just given to them.” Kelley offers her sincerest thanks to Craig Eiland’s office and GIA for their assistance during the holidays, and to the Boys and Girls Club of Galveston, who provides the location and facilities for all of their activities. Other organizations that have aided the Club’s efforts this year are the University of Texas Medical Branch Pediatrics Division, Avenue L Baptist Church, Westpoint Baptist Church, and Moody Methodist Church. But above all, Kelley Romar pours out her gratitude to “everyone at GISD from the custodians to the secretaries to the principals and counselors. “All of these people,” she says, “help to identify the students who need help.” Without their observations and relationships with the students, Kelley Romar acknowledges that many kids receive help who may have otherwise gone unaided.
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Surfside has completed the joint project between the Texas Parks and Wildlife and the Village of Surfside, a Boat Ramp on Thunder Drive that leads directly into the Freeport Channel. This Boat Ramp park has restrooms and fish cleaning stations and is the fastest boat ramp access to the Gulf on the Texas Coast. How to find us:
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Rose Charles, Auxiliary Employee of the Year Behind every great teacher is a substitute who filled in for them, and behind every great school district is an employee that ensures those substitutes are informed, ready, and able to handle the immediate challenges of any given school day. For Galveston, that employee is Rose Charles, an Island native who is also a graduate of Ball High School, and serves as the District Substitute Coordinator. Rose attended Galveston College and completed a long career at The University of Texas Medical Branch in 1999. “After that,” she laughs, “I got bored.” She began working as a substitute teacher, and enjoyed her work with the children so much that she continued to look for opportunities to serve. She worked closely with the Life Skills department, then served as secretary for the Assistant Principal of Ball High, and began her current position three years ago. “My main agenda is to save the district money by using our substitute staff more efficiently,” Rose says. Instead of employing a different substitute for every absent teacher, Charles arranges and rearranges schedules in order fill in the gaps and vacancies using the least amount of employees possible. She also cultivates a personal relationship and accountability system for the subs, often calling or texting them reminders the night before they are scheduled. When the substitutes arrive for the day, Rose is ready for them, and gives them a complete schedule and agenda, complete with any special instructions or directions. Exhibiting the ultimate pride in her position, Rose Charles has taken it upon herself to raise the standards of the district’s substitute employees by extending her responsibilities to ensuring a consistent level of professionalism; she ensures that they are on time and dressed appropriately for school before they are allowed to accept their assignments. Rose Charles is married to Michael Charles, Sr., and has three children. Her two sons are Dendrick Thompson and Michael Charles, Jr.; Rose extends a special Thank You to her daughter Ronisha Ward who also works for Galveston ISD as the Secretary for the Special Education Department, and provides on-site support to her mother. Rose’s own mother, Emma Thompson, has provided a lifetime of inspiration and uplifting words when they are needed the most. Rose describes her mother as “always encouraging me, and she is always there for me.” Dyann Polzin, Lifetime Achievement Award Dyann Polzin was honored with Galveston Independent School District’s first-ever Lifetime Achievement Award, commemorating a career she calls “vast and varied,” that has spanned over 38 years. Also a Galveston native, Dyann graduated from Ball High School in 1971 and continued her education at The University of Texas at Austin, receiving her Bachelor of Science degree in Education in 1975. From there she returned home to the Island and entered Galveston ISD as a teacher at Stephen F. Austin Middle School. Since then, Dyann has not only traversed the district wearing a multitude of different hats, she also continued her own education and earned two masters degrees in Education and Guidance & Counseling. After teaching for fourteen years at Stephen F. Austin Middle School, Dyann made her first transition and became their Guidance Counselor. Four years later, she moved to Ball High School where she served as the Counselor and later Associate Principal. She also served as the
Principal of Weiss Middle School before moving to her current position in administration. Originally hired as the Executive Director of Human Resources, over the eight years in this position she has adopted several other responsibilities, and is officially titled Chief Human Resources, Student Services, and Communications Officer. Her duties include supervising the students’ support staff across the district, serving as the first line of contact for student and employee grievances, and acting as the spokesperson for the district. Dyann says her lifelong goal was to be a teacher, “I always knew I would be in education,” she says, and cites the most rewarding parts of her service to GISD have been the way it has brought her closer to both her family and her community. “The relationships I have built… as I go about the community I see students, or parents of students, or grandparents of students, and it is so rewarding to see them grow up and to see their achievements.” Even closer to home, both of her children went through the entire Galveston school system from kindergarten to graduation, and her work within that system has also allowed her to share the educational experience of her children in a way she could not have with another career. “I have been able to financially contribute to my family, to have my career, and be a mother, too.”
Events
Saturday, July 13th - Family Day “Rigs to Reefs” will be held 10am – 3pm at Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum, 1900 Harborside Dr. ‘Family Days’ occur on the second Saturday of each month. Learn how obsolete oil platforms are being converted into artificial reef habitats and why sea creatures make these structures home. Create a Deep See porthole – a unique view of an amazing underwater habitat. Each Family Day focuses on a different theme that relates to the offshore industry. The information is presented at student’s level using a variety of activities such as word games, coloring, and crafts. We encourage parents to bring their children aboard and explore the various facets of the offshore industry. Our goal is to promote family learning and quality time at a reduced cost. Children 18-years of age and younger are admitted free of charge with a paying chaperone. This special discount is designed for individual ticket sales and cannot be combined with other discounts, group tours or other museum programs. Thursday, July 18th - TAMUG Shark Program will be held at Rosenberg Library, 2310 Sealy St., 2:30-3:30pm. The cost is free. Children can venture into the amazing world of sharks with a Texas A&M Galveston Sea Camp staff member. Recommended for ages seven and up. Call (409)763-8854 for more info. Every Thursday - Movie Nights will be held at Palm Beach, 6-10pm, by the wave pool. All pools are open during movie night with the exception of the Tower Slides. Movies start at dusk. This is held at Moody Gardens, 1 Hope Blvd. There is a charge. All Summer DINOSAURS! I don’t know about you, but we love dinosaurs. That’s why we’re excited about a special exhibit returning to Moody Gardens this summer, ‘Dinos Alive!’ Moody Gardens® has been transformed into a prehistoric stomping ground with more than 20 lifelike animatronic dinosaurs, including a full-size Tyrannosaurus Rex, a baby T-rex and its nest, a Triceratops and a Stegosaurus, just to name a few. The exhibit, ‘Dinos Alive!’ takes guests on a Jurassic adventure as they become part of a rescue team sent back in time to search for a missing plane and its crew. The team will wander through curving paths lined with tropical foliage, discover full-grown and baby dinosaurs and gather clues to assist in the search mission. ‘Dinos Alive!’ will also feature a hands-on archaeological dig site, as well as a gift shop and photo opportunities. For more information or tickets, call (800)582-4673 or visit their website at www.moodygardens.org. Admission: $7.50.
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Del Castillo has become a symbol of the cross-cultural power of music with their eclectic blend of Flamenco, Rock, Latin, Blues, and World music that is being referred to as “Nuevo Americano.” Del Castillo has won upwards of 18 awards for their eclectic blend, unique sound and intense instrumental skills. They have gained recognition including: SXSW/Austin Music “Album of the Year” Awards for their albums “Vida” and “Brotherhood;” “Band of the Year;” ASCAP’s “Best Independent Group of the Year;” and Austin Music Pundits “Best Live Act”. Their lively sound has gained Del Castillo recognition by “Rolling Stone” magazine who call the band “tumbling brilliance on nylon-string classical guitars [with] eruptions of technique and taste that conjure images of Eddie Van Halen fronting early Santana, with an assist from the Gipsy Kings.”
Band of Heathens, Saturday, July 27th @ The Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe This band is neither blues nor Southern rock, neither a jam band nor a bar band - this ensemble of Austin songwriters, singers and guitar slingers, known as the ‘Band of Heathens’ have drawn buckets of inspiration from all the wells of American music. Their two core songwriters, Ed Jurdi and Gordy Quist, seem intent on following the tracks of the only other band they resemble, ‘The Band.’ Mining the iconography of rural life, lost highways and damaged dreams, Jurdi and Quist and their comrades make unpretentious rock and roll sound exhilarating.
Kevin Anthony, Tuesday, July 16th @ Mosquito Cafe Kevin is described as “Take a little honky tonk from the hill country and mix it with a little Cajun music from Louisiana and you get what Kevin Anthony likes to call “The Gulf Coast sound.” Kevin will preform at the Mosquito Cafe, 628 14th St. This little bistro was selected by the Zagat Survey as “One of the Top 15 Restaurants in the Houston Metropolitan Area.” Kevin also performs at Medicinal Purposes Bar & Grill, 712 7th St., every Thursday starting at 7pm.
Ocean Roots, Friday, July 19th @ Yaga’s Cafe and Bar Galveston born, ‘Ocean Roots’ plays pure south coast soul. Morgan and Skylar Smith began their odyssey with the sea and sky as fraternal twins born in 1994 in the sleepy little island town of Galveston. At birth, the twins were named after the air we breathe, and of the waves that crash upon the shore, removing all the obstacles from their path. They offer soulful, island-based music at its best! They will perform at Yaga’s Cafe and Bar, located at 2314 Strand, who wrote the book on ‘mo’ bettah food and vibes’ on Galveston Island.
Buy Your Tickets Now for... Clint Black, Saturday, August 24th @ The Grand Prolific singer-songwriter Clint Black has long been heralded as one of Country music’s brightest stars. To date, Black has written, recorded and released more than 100 songs, a benchmark in any artist’s career. An astounding one-third of these songs eligible for major single release also achieved hit song status on Country radio. Tickets available at The Grand’s Box Office at (409)765-1894, (800)821-1894, or www.thegrand.com. The theatre is located at 2020 Postoffice St.
Robert Earl Keen, Saturday, August 31st @ The Grand
Saturday July 20th 10a-6p Salty Dog Band Live Inflatable Kids Zone 12a-5p
Robert Earl strikes an unusual balance between sensitive story-portraits and raucous barroom fun. His gift for lyrics, which run from sharp-witted humor to poignant emotional ruminations, have brought him fans from across traditional and alternative country genres as well as folk and American. Join us for another good old Texas reunion with Robert Earl, including his memorable melodies and oddball characters brought to life in song. Tickets are available at The Grand’s Box Office at (409)765-1894, (800)821-1894, or www.thegrand.com. The theatre is located at 2020 Postoffice St.
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Music Guide Friday, July 12th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 Beach Hut – Boo Schaaf, 5-9 B. Jigger’s – Radio London, 9-1 Captain Jack’s – Soulfyia, 5-9 Hotel Galvez – Joe Sewell, 5-10 Moody Gardens – Third Language, 6-10 Old Quarter – Myrna Sanders Band, 9-1 Pleasure Peir – Bourbon Street, 6-10 Tremonte – Tim Holder, 5-10 The Waterman – Dave Oates, 7-10 West End Restaurant – Larry Emerson, 7-11 Saengerfest Park – Noise Poets, 6-9 Yaga’s – Josh Grider, 10-1 Saturday, July 13th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 Beach Hut – Footpie, 3-7, Salty Dogs, 8-12 B. Jiggers – Mambo Kings, 9-1 Captain Jack’s – Potbelly, 5-9 Club 21 – Almost Endless Summer, 9-1 Galvez – Joe Sewell, 5-10 The Grand – Riders In The Sky, 8pm Moody Gardens – The Line Up, 6-10 Music Night on thee Stand – Sam Navarro & The Lone Star Devils, 6-9 Old Quarter – Come See My Dead Person, 9-1 Pleasure Peir – Pirate Radio, 6-10 Sandbar – Vu Du Kingz, 3-7 Tremont – Kirk Hale, 5-10 Waterman – Dave Oates, 7-10 West End Restaurant – Larry Emerson, 7-11 Woody’s – Joe Hell Band, 3-7 Yaga’s – DJ Tina T, 10-1 Sunday, July 14th Beach Hut – Denovo, 3-7 B Jiggers – Karaoke Bobbie’s House of Spirits - Jam With Tomz Katz, 9-1 Captain Jack’s – Explorers, 2-6 Crow’s – Geoff Fish, 12-3 Pleasure Peir –Park Avenue, 2-6 Rum Shack – Vu Du Kingz, 3-7 Woody’s – Captain Legendary, 3-7 Monday, July 15th B Jiggers – Video DJ The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Crow’s Southwest Cantina – Country Karaoke Tuesday, July 16th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Crow’s Southwest Cantina - Troubadours open jam Hotel Galvez – Bryan Guevin, 6-9 Mosquito Café – Kevin Anthony, 7-9 Wednesday, July 17th B Jiggers – Video DJ The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Captain Jack’s – Bluemoon, 5-9 Crow’s Southwest Cantina - open mic Acoustic Hotel Galvez – Bryan Guevin, 6-9 Old Quarter - Open mic w/ Neil Down Thursday, July 18th Beach Hut – Blue Louie – Burgers & Blues B Jigger’s – The Line Up Captain Jack’s - Soulfiya Crow`s Southwest Cantina – open mic jam, 9-1 Drip – The Line Up, 9-1 Hotel Galvez – Bryan Guevin, 6-9 Medicinal Purposes – Kevin Anthony Old Quarter – Kitty Litter, 9-1 Rum Shack – Slide Effect, 9-1 Sandbar – Karaoke, 3-7 Friday, July 19th Beach Hut – Cash McCall, 5-9 The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolenti B. Jiggers – The Line Up, 9-1 Captain Jack’s – Cassette Tape, 5-9 Hotel Galvez – Joe Sewell, 5-10 M&M – Danny Kristensen, 7-10 Moody Gardens – Ben Cina Trio, 6-10 Old Quarter – Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Butch Hancock, Butch Morgan, 9-1 Pleasure Peir – Flip Side, 7-11 Tremonte – Kirk Hale, 5-10 West End Restaurant –Manna Band, 7-11 Yaga’s – Ocean Roots, 10-1 Saturday, July 20th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Beach Hut – The Relics, 3-7, Cassette Tape, 8-12 B. Jiggers – Swagger, 9-1 Bobbie’s House Of Spirits – Zac Perry Captain Jacks – Axis Unity, 5-9 Club 21 – The Line Up, 9-1 Hotel Galvez – Joe Sewell, 5-10 Moody Gardens – Zydeco Dots, 6-10 Old Quarter – Al Staehely, 9-1 Pleasure Pier –Hanna Reef, 6-10 Sandbar – Sam Navarro, 3-7 Tremont – Kirk Hale, 5-10 West End Restaurant – Larry Emerson, 7-11 Woody’s – James Pardo, 3-7 Yaga’s - Bare Neccessity, 10-1 Sunday, July 21st Bobbie’s House of Spirits – Jam With Tomz Katz, 9-1 Beach Hut – Shaun Michael, 3-7 B. Jigger’s – Karaoke Captain Jack’s – Axis Unity, 2-6 The Grand – Houston Children’s Chorus, 4pm Pleasure Pier – 11th Hour, 6-10 Rum Shack – Whiskey Business, 3-7
Sandbar – Salty Dogs, 3-7 Woody’s – Opie Hendrix, 3-7 Monday, July 22nd B. Jiggers – Video DJ The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Crow’s Southwest Cantina – Country Karaoke Tuesday, July 23rd B Jiggers – Video DJ Crow’s Southwest Cantina - Troubadours open jam Hotel Galvez – Bryan Guevin, 6-9 Mosquito Café – Kevin Anthony, 7-9 Pier 30, Surfside – Karaoke Wednesday, July 24th B Jiggers – Video DJ, 9-1 The Bar – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 Captain Jacks – Karaoke, 5-9 Crow’s Southwest Cantina - open mic Acoustic, 8-12 Hotel Galvez – Bryan Guevin, 6-9 Old Quarter - Open mic w/ Neil Down, 9-1 Pier 30, Surfside – Open Jam with Greg Garner, 8-12 Riptide Surf Bar – Carl Piano Smith Thursday, July 25th Beach Hut – Blue Louie Burgers and Blues B. Jiggers – The Line Up, 9-1 Bobbie’s House of Spirits - Karaoke Captain Jack’s –Soulfiya, 6-10 Crow`s Southwest Cantina – open mic jam, 9-1 Hotel Galvez – Bryan Guevin, 6-9 Medicinal Purposes – Kevin Anthony Rum Shack – 007’s, 9-1 Sandbar – Karaoke, 3-7 Friday, July 26th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Beach Hut – GCR3, 6-10 B. Jiggers – Rapture, 9-1 Captain Jack’s – Blue Moon, 5-9 Hotel Galvez – Joe Sewell Moody Gardens – Zack King, 6-10 Old Quarter – Mama Tried, 9-1 Pleasure Pier – Velvet Punch, 6-10 Tremonte – Nina Kay, 5-10 Yaga’s – The Line Up, 10-1 Saturday, July 27th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Beach Hut – Wiseguys, 3-7, Almost Endless Summer Bobbie’s House Of Spirits – Zac Perry, 8-12 B. Jiggers – 11th Hour, 9-1 Captain Jacks – 98 In The Shade, 5-9 Hotel Galvez – Joe Sewell, 5-9 Moody Gardens – Newsboyz, 6-10 Old Quarter – Band Of Heathens, 9-1 Pleasure pier – Key West, 6-10 Sandbar – Electric Co., 3-7 Tremont – Nina Kay, 5-10 Woody’s – Justin Fletcher, 3-7 Yaga’s – DJ Nonstop , 10-1 Sunday, July 28th Bobbie’s House of Spirits – Jam With Tomz Katz, 9-1 Beach Hut – Hold Fast Fables, 3-7 B. Jigger’s – Karaoke Captain Jack’s – Salty Dogs, 2-6 Sandbar – Zack Tate, 3-7 Woody’s – Ray T. & The Crew, 3-7 Monday, July 29th B. Jiggers – Video DJ The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino Crow’s Southwest Cantina – Country Karaoke Tuesday, July 30th B Jiggers – Video DJ Crow’s Southwest Cantina - Troubadours open jam Hotel Galvez – Bryan Guevin, 6-9 Mosquito Café – Kevin Anthony, 7-9 Pier 30, Surfside – Karaoke Wednesday, July 31st B Jiggers – Video DJ Captain Jacks - Karaoke Crow’s Southwest Cantina - open mic Acoustic Loading Dock - Karaoke Old Quarter - Open mic w/ Neil Down Pier 30, Surfside – Open Jam with Greg Garner Riptide Surf Bar – Carl Piano Smith
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East Beach Outdoor Summer Music Schedule East Beach is open for concerts all summer. Concerts are free but there is a $10 per car admittance fee into the park. Schedule are: Sunday, July 14th 1pm Irie Time Sunday, July 21st 1pm Del Castillo Thursday, July 28th All Texas Race Week Regatta Saturday, July 28th 1pm Journey Agents Sunday, August 11th 1pm The Minx Delilah Sunday, August 18th 1pm Ocean Roots Sunday, August 25th 1pm Indiginis Sunday, September 8th 1pm Lone Star Deluxe Sunday, September 15th 1pm Irie Time Sunday, September 22nd 1pm Cassette Tape The Island Guide Magazine
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