Dickens on the Strand: Winter Wonder Island: Kick-off the Historic Holidays
50 Days of Island Holiday Fun
Island Mom & Pop’s: Homemade Home-Cooked Food
Mambo Jazz Kings: Have Soul - Will Travel
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Things to Do
» 2016 Dickens on the Strand: Returns December 2nd-4th to Historic Galveston Island » Elvis Christmas Memories Starring Jake Rowley » Float The Boat: A Fun Artist Boat Fundraiser » It’s a Winter Wonder Island, Come Celebrate » “Ice Land” Ice Sculptures & Festival of Lights Return to Moody Gardens » Victorian Christmas Holiday Homes Tour » The Santa Train at the Galveston Railroad Museum » “Home for the Holidays” Giant Shopping Market » Spend your Saturdays at the Pleasure Pier with Santa » Hendley Green Holiday Kick Off & Tree Lighting » Holiday Lighting Celebration at Hotel Galvez » “Cirque Joyeux Noel Dinner and Show” Celebrate the Holidays at Moody Gardens » Holiday with the Cranes Returns Again » Santa Hustle 5K and Half Marathon » “Passport to Postoffice District” » Island ETC presents: “Winter Wonderettes” » Galveston Island State Park 5K and 10K Fun Run/ Walk plus Fall Events » The Grand Kicks Off the Holidays
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Returns December 2nd-4th To Make Historic Galveston Island history at Galveston’s Victorian holiday festival, Dickens on The Strand! Held December 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, the 43rd annual festival is a holiday tradition with great family programming, including newly created events specifically for youth. This year’s festival begins Friday, December 2nd with free admission to Fezziwig’s Beer Hall from 5-9pm, and continues with ticketed admission Saturday, December 3rd from 10am-9pm, and Sunday, December 4th from 12 noon-6pm. “Each year Dickens on The Strand brings a festive spirit to the beginning of our holidays,” states GHF Executive Director, Dwayne Jones. “Now, for more than forty years, Dickens enlivens the streets and introduces thousands of visitors to the ambiance of the Victorian era. Children and adults alike can retreat back to the day of Charles Dickens and the early decades of historic Galveston. It remains one of the magical experiences in our area and in Texas.” The annual holiday street festival, based on 19th-century Victorian London, features parades, non-stop entertainment on seven stages, strolling carolers, roving musicians, bagpipers, jugglers and a host of other entertainers. Costumed vendors peddle their wares from street stalls and rolling carts laden with holiday food and drink, Victorian-inspired crafts, clothing, jewelry, holiday decorations, and gift items. Two descendants of Charles Dickens will once again grace the festival as GHF welcomes Lucinda Dickens Hawksley, great-great-greatgranddaughter of Dickens, and Jane Dickens Monk, great-great- granddaughter. Both women will be at numerous events throughout the weekend.
Elvis Christmas Memories Starring Jake Rowley Sunday, November 20th (2:30pm) Elvis
will be in the building! “Elvis Christmas Memories Starring Jake Rowley,” the highly talented 20 year old actor, singer, and musician from Texas who dazzled in the role of young Elvis Presley in the Tony award-winning Broadway play “Million Dollar Quartet,” will deliver unforgettable memories from the Elvis Christmas and Gospel catalogue, as well as some of the biggest career hits of the greatest entertainer of all time: Elvis Presley. The show also features The Payola
A Grand Strand Soiree Featuring specialty acts, award-winning performers, and a carefully curated food and drink menu, this new kickoff to the annual festival is not to be missed! Held in Hendley Green on Friday evening, December 2nd, attendees will enjoy live music by Houston’s Two Star Symphony, a special aerial acrobatic performance by Cirque La Vie, and appearances by Lucinda Dickens Hawksley, James Beard award-winning author Robb Walsh, and noted cocktail historian Elizabeth Pearce. Tickets are $75 and reservations are required. Breakfast with Dickens The great-great-granddaughter of Charles Dickens, Jane Monk, isn’t just coming to this year’s event to take in the sights and share her heritage, she’s also there to cook a traditional English breakfast! Join Jane and Chef Mary Bass, Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen” runner up, at the beautiful 1859 Ashton Villa on Saturday, December 3rd or Sunday, December 4th. Tickets are $60 and reservations are required. Complimentary Book and Dickens Writing Workshop Dickens descendant Lucinda Dickens Hawksley will lead a special writing workshop, “What It Was Like to be a Child in Dickens’ Time,” each day of the festival for youth ages 8 and up. Also, through a special grant by the Alice Taylor Gray Foundation, the first 3,000 youth that enter the festival grounds will receive a special print edition of Charles Dickens’ 1838 “Oliver Twist.” Dickens Costume Contest What fun is a Dickens festival if you don’t have the characters? This new addition to the wildly popular costume contests puts the focus squarely on the beloved characters from Dickens’ literary works. Held on Sunday, December 4th at 3pm, registrations will be open for individual and family costumes. Registration is $10 for individuals and $15 for families and interested competitors can sign up at the costume contest booth. Exclusive Book Releases Both visiting Dickens descendants, Lucinda Dickens Hawksley and Jane Dickens Monk, will be arriving with the premier of their new books. Special book signings will be held both days of the festival. “Charles Dickens and his Circle,” written by Historian and writer Lucinda Hawksley, explores the life of her great great great grandfather, Charles Dickens – one of the first people to whom the term ‘celebrity’ in its modern sense was applied, and whose extensive circle of friends and associates embraced many of the most eminent and influential figures of the Victorian age. “My Life: Cedric Charles Dickens,” is written by Dickens’ great great granddaughter, Jane
Kings, a high energy authentic vintage band and The Moonrays, a phenomenal vocal quartet reminiscent of Elvis’ own legendary Jordanaires as well as members of the Galveston Symphony. “This is the most authentic musical tribute to Elvis on tour today. The entire family will enjoy this wonderful concert packed with memories of Elvis.” The evening is being presented by Penland Foundation Productions, LLC, a Texas foundation dedicated to support the fight against cancer and to educate youth through scholarships. Their goal is to donate a portion of the net profits of their family-friendly productions to various charities that support children fighting cancer, disease, and abuse. This will be presented at The Grand 1894 Opera House, a premier entertainment showplace for acclaimed international stars, iconic American artists, and celebrated regional performers located at 2020 Postoffice St., downtown Galveston. Tickets are available by contacting The Grand’s box office at (409)765-1894, (800)821-1894, or go to thegrand.com.
Dickens Monk. This involved painstaking work in collecting and finishing her father Cedric’s personal memoirs. Hear about the amazing life of Dickens’ great grandson through his own words and personal photos.
Expanded Offerings
Fezziwig’s Friday Night Mr. Fezziwig was everything Ebenezer wasn’t and the festival pays tribute to his jovial personality at our Fezziwig’s Beer Hall Friday evening, December 2nd (5-9pm) for specialty acts, hearty brews and new friends all hosted by Dickens descendant Jane Monk. There will also be a specialty cocktail chosen from Cedric Dickens’ book, “Drinking With Dickens.” Admission is free for this lively start to the 43rd anniversary. Dickens Children’s Writing Contest Could you be the next Dickens? This year’s festival will give you the chance to ride in a carriage with both of the festival’s Dickens descendants if your story is the winning selection. Lucinda Dickens Hawksley will personally select two stories, one from a 7-9 age range and one from a 10-12 range, for the winner to accompany them as their special guest during a Dickens parade. Details can be found at www.dickensonthestrand.org. Oliver’s Alley Children’s Area Children by the thousands come each year for the parades, petting zoo and more. This year’s event will feature an expanded Oliver’s Alley children’s area, presented by the Galveston Children’s Museum, where specialty programs and events will be scheduled all weekend long. Festival Highlights The festival weekend also hosts a multitude of spirited fun with events such as the crowd favorite Whimsical Whisker Revue which is a facial hair contest for the bearded and the dandy, the Dickens Victorian Bed Races, Victorian Costume Contest, and daily parades through
Float The Boat:
A Fun Artist Boat Fundraiser November 12th A walking phytoplankton. A 6-foot-tall egret. A laughing shrimp. You don’t know who you’ll meet at Artist Boat’s annual Float the Boat fundraising gala! By attending the event on November 12th, supporters will help preserve the coast while having fun with an ocean-themed masquerade costume contest, live music, silent and live auctions, and more. The gala will be 6:30-10pm at Ashton Villa, 2328 Broadway, Galveston. Artist Boat is a Galveston-based non-profit organization incorporated in 2003 to promote awareness and preservation of coastal habitats and the marine environment through the sciences and arts. More than 100,000 students and adults have taken Artist Boat’s guided Eco-Tour and EcoArt kayak adventures and participated in natureinspired arts programs. Artist Boat also established the Coastal Heritage Preserve, a 600-acre wetland
Galveston’s National Historic Landmark Strand District. In addition, special events are planned for all days of the event, including: Salute To Sunset Onboard the 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA The Texas Seaport Museum transforms to a London wharf for this toast to the end of the day and beginning of the evening. The Tall Ship ELISSA welcomes you aboard Saturday, December 3rd at 4:30pm for heavy appetizers, cocktails, cannon fire and special guests leading up to Saturday night’s Pickwicks’ Lanternlight Parade. Tickets are $50. Holiday Handbell Concerts The 1859 St. Joseph’s Church, the state’s first wooden built church, well known for its exceptional acoustics, hosts three holiday handbell concert on Friday, December 2nd at 5:30pm, 7pm, and 8:30pm. Tickets are $15 per person and reservations are required. Saint Arnold’s Strand Walking Tours Learn about the history of The Strand and enjoy some of Saint Arnold Brewing Company’s signature ales during this new tour. Held twice a day during Dickens on The Strand, you’ll visit three festival pubs as you walk through the National Historic Landmark district with your guide. Tickets are $35 per person and include three complimentary beers. Advanced registration encouraged.
Tickets & More
Tickets purchased before December 2nd are $13 for adults and $7 for children ages 7-12. Tickets purchased at the gate are $15 for adults and $9 for youth. Discounted tickets for GHF members are $10 or $12 at the gate. Tickets are available at www.dickensonthestrand.org, by calling, (409)765-7834, or at all area Randall’s stores beginning November 6th. Attendees in Victorian costume are admitted for $8. and coastal conservation area on the Galveston Island West End. At the gala, Artist Boat will honor Galveston couple Randi Faust and Carl Herman, longtime Artist Boat supporters who have made a significant impact on the success of Artist Boat’s many programs and its efforts to protect coastal habitat on
Galveston Island. Lighthouse Charity Team will prepare dinner, and Del Papa Distributing Co. has donated beer. Artist Boat supporters have donated vodka cocktails and wine. Entertainment includes live music by Alligator Handshake, a drawing for a Viking kayak, and silent and live auctions. You will get all this and more with the purchase of your Float the Boat ticket! Bring the family, bring your neighbor. Don’t miss it! Tickets are $40 in advance, $50 at the door. For more info and tickets go to artistboat.org/ float-the-boat or call (409)770-0722. Artist Boat is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting awareness and preservation of coastal margins and the marine environment through the disciplines of the sciences and the arts.
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It’sThere’ a Winter Wonder Island s a reason people like to call Galveston
the “Winter Wonder Island” of Texas. It offers more than 50 days of magical activities from November through January. Don’t believe us? Here are the top ten reasons to make a Christmas pilgrimage to the Island: Schlitterbahn’s fun doesn’t end with the summer. The heated indoor waterpark celebrates the season with Holiday Splash, offering themed rides like the Snow Globe Float, an indoor light show, an ornament factory, kids’ reindeer games and even the opportunity to go surfing with Santa. All aboard to the North Pole! Each year, Santa gives the reindeer a break and rides into the Galveston Railroad Museum on the Santa Train. After disembarking from the decked-out Harborside Express, he spends the day in the depot with his elves. The Galveston Holiday Lighting Celebration at Hotel Galvez & Spa features the arrival of Santa Claus via horse-drawn carriage, special holiday performances and, of course, the lighting of the hotel’s 35-foot Christmas tree. Whether you’re looking for a jewel for a special someone or a zany trinket for a friend, the shops
“Ice Land” Ice Sculptures & Festival of Lights Returns
along the Historic Downtown Strand offer a trove of treasures—everything from antiques and other vintage finds to books, jewelry, culinary treats, home furnishings, and clothing— that make holiday shopping a cinch. Not every Santa has a belly that ‘shakes like a bowl full of jelly’ when he laughs. The fittest St. Nicks come out every year for Santa Hustle, a 5K and half marathon featuring red-suited runners plus cookies, candy, holiday music, and Christmas decor all along the route, making it a fun, festive experience for participants and observers alike. The famous pyramid at Moody Gardens looks even cooler when it’s decked out for Festival of Lights, one of the largest holiday celebrations in the country, featuring more than a million twinklers and 100 animated light and sound displays, plus live entertainment and the area’s only outdoor ice-skating rink. It takes 2 million pounds of ice and 30 internationally acclaimed carvers from Harbin, China, to create Ice Land, the colorful frozen world that features holiday scenes all sculpted out of, you guessed it, ice. It’s a favorite every year, drawing families to Moody Gardens from November to January. Celebrate the holidays with Grand entertainment – Loretta Lynn: the Queen of Country Music, ELF the Musical, Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer the Musical,” “The Nutcracker,” and The Priests – presented in Galveston’s magnificent performing arts theatre, The Grand. There’s no place for holiday spirit like Christmas on The Strand, the shop that has kept
way to their Caribbean island destination. There is even an opportunity to enjoy some festive holiday spirits inside of Ice Land at Shiver’s Ice Bar. Ice Land will be open through January The North Pole meets the Caribbean as 8th. Admission for adults is $26.95, $21.95 Moody Gardens introduces “Ice Land: Ice for seniors and $15.95 for children. A Value Sculptures, A Caribbean Christmas” with a Days discount of $5 is available Sunday-Thurswhole new theme and exciting new guest expe- day, November 15th-December 17th excluding riences on Thanksgiving Day. November 2016 Festival of Lights 12th. Guests Moody Gardens’ Festival of Lights returns will embark for the 15th year to brighten the holiday season on a breathfrom November 12th-January 8th, 2017. taking underAs one of the largest holiday celebrations water jourin the region, Festival of Lights has become a ney from holiday tradition for families and groups alike. the shores Enjoy more than one million lights within 100 of Galvessound-enhanced animated light displays and ton Island through the Gulf of Mexico. As they nightly live entertainment. You can also skate explore the ocean’s depths, they will dive for around on the area’s only outdoor ice skating sunken treasure and discover Christmas surrink (bring your own skates or rentals available prises along the way. An ice slide takes the form for $7), try out their Arctic Slide or take picof a towering oil rig and an opportunity to tures with Santa. venture through the beautiful Flower Garden On November 12th, Santa Claus will paraBanks for encounters with spectacular schools chute in and flip the switch to officially kick off of colorful tropical fish, eagle rays, turtles, dol- the holiday season on Galveston Island. Live phins, Hammerhead sharks and more on the entertainment including choirs, musicians and
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yuletide cheer alive yearround for more than 15 years. Pop inside for stunning gifts by Waterford crystal as well as seasonal treats including nativity sets, ornaments, Santa figurines, festive accessories and home decor, and the island’s largest selection of nutcrackers. Every day from November 21st-December 23rd at 4:30pm, “Christmas Countdown with Stories” will take place at Rosenberg Library. Enjoying listening to a holiday story in the Children’s Department. December 10th (10am) “Stories with Santa” will delight all ages. Visit with Santa, enjoy refreshments, listen to festive stories, and receive a special treat. Pre-register each child at the Children’s Reference Desk, or go to the events calendar at rosenberglibrary.org. Remember to bring your camera! Rosenberg Library is located downtown at 2310 Sealy St., (409)763-8854. All events are free and open to the public. The charming world of Victorian England comes to life at “Dickens on The Strand,” an island tradition for more than 40 years. The event is packed with parades, costumed carolers, carts overflowing with holiday food and
drink, Victorian-inspired crafts and holiday decorations, and lots of live music. Tag your photos with #GalvestonChristmas, #ItsIslandTime, #LoveGalveston, and #Galveston to be featured in the Holiday Social Center at galveston.com.
• 5pm - “Rocky Mountain Express 2D” Through November 11th • 5:55pm - “Finding Dory” • 10am - “Secret Ocean” • 10:50am - “Tiny Giants” • 7:40pm - “Light Before Christmas” • 11:30am - “Secret • 8:20pm - “Rocky MounOcean” • 12:20pm - “Tiny Giants” tain Express 2D” • 12:55pm - “Wild Africa” • 9:15pm - “Jerusalem” • 1:30pm - “Secret Ocean” • 10pm - “Light Before • 2:25pm - “Tiny Giants” Christmas” • 3pm - “Wild Africa” 4D Movies • 3:35pm -“Tiny Giants” Through November 11th • 4:15pm - “Secret Ocean” • 12 noon - “Ice Age: No • 5:10pm - “Wild Africa” Time for Nuts” Nov. 12th-December 9th • 1pm - “Dino Island II” • 10am - “Secret Ocean” • 2pm - “Ice Age: No • 10:50am - “Tiny Giants” Time for Nuts” • 11:25am - “Great White • 3pm - “Dino Island II” Sharks” • 4pm - “Ice Age: No Featuring the largest screen in Texas and top-of-the-line surround sound system, this • 12 noon - “Secret Ocean” Time for Nuts” state-of-the-art 3D viewing experience gives the • 12:55pm - “Tiny Giants” • 5pm “Dino Island II” • 1:30pm - “Secret Ocean” • November 12th - Janubest viewing experience in the world. Individual tickets to the 3D and 4D mov- • 2:20pm - “Great White ary 8th • 10am - 3:40pm - “Ice ies are $10.95 for adults and $8.95 for children Sharks” Age 4D” 4-12 and seniors (65+). Children 3 and under • 3pm - “Tiny Giants” • 3:35pm - “Jerusalem” • 4-10pm - “Rudolph the are free. For more information, call 1-800-582-4673 • 4:25pm - “Great White Red-Nosed Reindeer Sharks” or visit www.moodygardens.org. 4D”
dancers will be a part of the festivities. Food Drive Thursdays will also offer the opportunity to enjoy the Festival and get a special discount to help those in need this holiday season. Guests can bring a non-perishable food item every Thursday throughout the Festival and receive a two-for-one Festival admission. The food will be donated to the Galveston County and Houston Food Banks. Admission to the Festival of Lights is $10.95, including ice skating admission after 6pm. Guests can bring their own skates or skate rental is available for $7 with the purchase of a Festival of Lights ticket. Tickets to other attractions are $7 each from 6-10pm with a Festival ticket after 4:30pm.
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Victorian Christmas Holiday Homes Tour Friday-Saturday, December 2nd-3rd at 5:30pm, you can tour the beautiful Holiday decorated
homes of the East End Historical District in Galveston. The elegant historic homes of the East End Historical District are the architectural products of skilled European immigrants during a time when Galveston was the wealthiest city in Texas. Many of the East End homes that are around today rose out of the ashes of the Great Fire of 1885 that burned more than 40 city blocks, including a swath of the East End. Many of the homes built after the fire were designed and constructed for wealthy merchants and entrepreneurs wanting to display their wealth and impress their neighbors. East End neighbors have generously volunteered to open their homes, which will be festively decorating for the holiday season. You can see who is participating at eastendhistoricaldistrict.org. You must check in at 1501 Postoffice St. for wristbands, maps, or tickets. Tickets are $17 and are available at The Grand 1894 Opera House, located at 2020 Postoffice St., or go online to thegrand.com. For more info go to eastendhistoricaldistrict.org. The proceeds from this event help the East End Historical District Association (EEHDA) maintain the East End Cottage, Darragh Park, and Alderdice Park, all of which are open to the community for use. Guests may start the tour at any of the homes or at the EEHDA Cottage, located at 1501 Postoffice St., where light refreshments and a restroom will be available.
The Santa Train at the Galveston Railroad Museum Santa is coming to town!
Santa parks the sleigh and rides into the museum on the Harborside Express, decorated in its winter finery. Then he takes up station in Galveston Railroad Museum Depot to visit with the children and hear their wish lists. This is always a great time for all ages! Towering at the head of the Strand at 2602 Santa Fe Place in downtown Galveston, the vast Railroad Museum boasts one of the largest restored railroad collections in the southwest, and one of the five largest in the country, with numerous railroad memorabilia
and exhibits, including more than 40 pieces of locomotives and rolling stock. This is South East Texas’ most popular railroad museum, and there is something for everyone! Saturday Train Rides are available 11am2pm except for the weekend of Lone Star Rally and holidays. The train ride lasts about 15 minutes, and the last train boards at 1:45pm. Due to circumstances beyond their control, train rides may be delayed or cancelled and are not guaranteed. The $5 ticket fee is in addition to museum admission. The museum is open Monday-Friday 9am4pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am-5pm. For more info call (409)765-5700 or go to galvestonrrmuseum.com.
Home for the Holidays Market Spend your Saturdays at the Friday-Saturday, November 25th-26th, start your holiday shopping at Moody Gardens Pleasure Pier with Santa Convention Center located at 7 Hope Blvd., Families can watch holiday movies, enjoy
Galveston. This two-day gift market will feature more than 100 of the region’s most unique gift vendors, offering distinctive home decor, one-of-akind gifts, clothing, handmade jewelry, candles, craft foods, accessories, and much more. If you have little ones, be sure to save time for a visit with Santa - he’ll be stopping by too. The Gift Market is open 10am-8pm FridaySaturday, November 25th-26th. For more info go to homefortheholidaysgiftmarket.com.
kids activities, and rides on the Pier! Activities at Santa’s Workshop are from 12 noon-4pm and include photos with Santa, letters to Santa, and cookie decorating. Holiday movies are from 7-9pm. Scheduled movies are: • December 3rd - “Home Alone” • December 10th - “The Polar Express” • December 17th - “Frozen” • December 24th - “Elf” Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier features family-oriented attractions including rides, midway games, food venues, and retail shops.
Hendley Green Holiday Kick Off & Tree Lighting Galveston Historic Foundation’s (GHF)
Hendley Green and Eighteen Seventy One are coming together to offer a day of family-friendly fun Saturday, November 26th, 2-7pm. Located at 2002 Strand, Eighteen Seventy One will welcome guests with special discounts, refreshments, popcorn, and more from 10am6pm. A special prize wheel will be available for your chance to win tickets to Dickens on The Strand, the Galveston Historic Homes Tour, and many other GHF programs. Hendley Green, located at 2028 Strand, will offer craft beer from 2-7pm, a visit from Santa and his sleigh from 3-5pm with guests welcome to bring their camera for free photos, family friendly games throughout the afternoon, and a special tree lighting of the Queen’s Christmas tree at 6:30pm. Children of all ages are encouraged to bring their letters to Santa for mailing off before the holidays in a specially created mailbox. Taut Structures, a special art installation, will debut in Hendley 102 that night. Held in conjunction with Galveston’s ArtWalk and located next door to Eighteen Seventy One, the installation will feature work by Houston’s Heather Bause and Carl Suddath. Admission is free for all events. For more info go to galvestonhistory.org.
Galveston Holiday Lighting Celebration at Hotel Galvez Hotel Galvez invites guests and the commu-
nity to celebrate the start of the holidays with the Official City of Galveston Holiday Lighting Celebration. Festivities begin at 6pm and include a special appearance by Santa Claus, live holiday entertainment by local entertainment including the Galveston Ballet, and the lighting of the hotel’s 35-foot Christmas tree on the front lawn. During the event, the hotel collects donations for the Salvation Army of Galveston County. The hotel offers a special weekend package as part of the weekend. Hotel Galvez is located at 2024 Seawall Blvd., Galveston. For more info call (409)7657721 or go to hotelgalvez.com.
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“Cirque Joyeux Noel Dinner & Show” at Moody Gardens It’s beginning to look a lot
like Christmas as Moody Gardens Hotel Spa & Convention Center announces an all-new holiday dinner show experience from the producers of Lone Star Circus®. Presented in a “cirque” style, the show includes soaring acrobatics, gravity defying feats, amazing aerialists, mesmerizing illusions, hilarious comedy, and more. A few of the stars of this all-new holiday extravaganza include the magnificent award-winning hand balancing of Christian Stoinev, a 2014 finalist of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” the thrilling, kinetic gymnastic prowess of the Cuban Connection on the Russian Barre and more. Cirque Joyeux Noel runs December 16th-25th nightly with doors opening at 6:30pm, and performances starting at 7:45pm. Your ticket to the dinner and show also includes admission to the incredible Moody Gardens Festival of Lights and Santa’s Workshop, plus a visit with Santa himself. Adult tickets range from $59-$95 with children’s tickets (3-12 years) priced at $44-$85 and infants at $15-$75. Tickets are available by calling (409)683-4186, MoodyGardensHotel.com.
Upcoming Festivals Sunny days and mild nights make Galveston Island the
perfect place to enjoy festivals year-round. Many festivals celebrate art, music, film, food, beer, and wine, while others celebrate various ethnic and cultural holidays. Here is a list of these festivals: • November 3rd-6th - Lone Star Rally • November-December - Winter Wonder Island • December 2nd-4th - Dickens on The Strand
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• January 7th-22nd - Galveston.com Restaurant Week • January 20th - 21st - Yaga’s Chili Quest & Beer Fest • February 17th-19th, 24th-28th - “Mardi Gras! Galveston” • April 1st - The Grand Kids Festival • April 6th-9th - Featherfest and Nature Photofest • April 16th - Easter in the Gardens at Moody Gardens • April 17th-23rd - Galveston Island Food and Wine Festival • May 6th-7th and May 13th-14th - Galveston Home Tour • May 20th-21st - Galveston Island Beach Revue • June 4th - AIA Houston Sandcastle Competition & Festival • June 16th-18th - Galveston Cajun Festival • June - Juneteenth Celebration • July 4th - Independence Day Parade and Fireworks Show
Holiday with the Cranes Returns to the Island Saturday-Sunday, December 10th-
Cocktails & Cranes at Sunset with one of the world’s leading crane experts, Dr. Felipe Chavez-Ramirez in a private home on Galveston Bay,” according to the website. Holiday with the Cranes is a 11th, as Sandhill Cranes begin to arrive on annual island experience that offers Galveston Island to roost and forage, the nature enthusiasts a unique opporGalveston Island Nature Tourism Council tunity to spend a weekend observpresents Holiday with the Cranes. ing and celebrating the flocks of Sandhill Holiday with the Cranes is chock-full Cranes that migrate through Galveston each of indoor and outdoor nature activities, winter. combined with the ambience of historical The impressive 3-4 foot tall Sandhill Galveston Island and is a weekend experi- Cranes, known for their size and the bright ence like no other. Learn about the Sandred cap atop their heads, arrive in Galveshill Crane’s natural history, habitat use, and ton late October and depart late February food and foraging activity, get a close-up through early March. There are 15 species view of their island roost, and explore the of cranes around the world and only two East End Lagoon for other winter birds. are found in North America: the Whooping “Our first-time photography event, First Crane, which is endangered, and the most Flight Photography Event by Golf Cart, is abundant, the Sandhill Crane. sure to be a hit! You won’t want to miss Holiday with the Cranes provides
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opportunities for Gulf Coast winter birding, educational and entertaining learning, outdoor adventure, cocktails and conversation, celebration of art and volunteering. Holiday with the Cranes is presented by the Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council, a nonprofit volunteer organization that helps connect people with nature experiences and outdoor adventures and promotes the value of natural habitats and resources in the Galveston area. For more info and tickets call (409)7898125 or go to galvestonnaturetourism.org.
Galveston Island Tree Conservancy To Galveston Historical Foundation Events Galveston Historical Foundation offers many events that open to the public. GHF embraces a broader vision of Celebrate “Historic Broadway Arbor Day arehistory and architecture that encompasses advancements in environmental and natural sciences and their intersection Galveston,” November 13th with historic buildings and coastal life. Tickets and reservaIn celebration of the
completion of the historic tree replanting on the Island’s historic Broadway esplanade, the Galveston Island Tree Conservancy (GITC) will host a special “Arbor Day Galveston” luncheon and silent auction Sunday, November 13th, 12:303:30pm. This special fundraiser will be held in the Conservatory at The Bryan Museum, 1315 21st St., Galveston. The “Arbor Day Galveston” event will include lunch, libations, live entertainment, and a silent auction, along with the presentation of the “Deep Roots” Award to Robert Lynch, representing the Harris & Eliza Kempner Fund, and to five organizations/ individuals who have generously assisted with the Broadway Project: City of Galveston, represented by Mayor Jim Yarbrough; The Galveston Island Park Board of Trustees, represented by Executive Director, Kelly de Schaun; Texas A&M Forest Service, and Claire Reiswerg, Board Member, Galveston Hotel and Lodging Association. Keynote speaker (and also to be recognized for their contribution to the Broadway Project) will be David Marks, Central U.S. Vice President of the world-renowned Environmental Design. Since the devastating destruction of Hurricane Ike in September 2008, the Galveston Island Tree Conservancy has planted more than 15,500 trees throughout Galveston, with 245 live oaks and 65 palms planted just on Broadway - the Island’s major thoroughfare and “gateway.” Tickets are $80 per person and includes admission to the museum. No tickets will be sold at the door. Museum tours will be available from 11am-12:30pm. For more info and tickets contact (409)599-6357 or visit online at galvestonislandtreeconservancy.org. The Galveston Island Tree Conservancy is a 501.c3 nonprofit organization.
tions can be made online at galvestonhistory.org or by calling (409)763-1877. November 12th, 26th (11am-12 noon) - Bishop’s Palace Tours- Offering participants a rare look into parts of the 1892 home that are typically off-limits, the Bishop’s Palace Basement to Attic Tour features Mrs. Gresham’s studio. An exclusive third floor view offers a truly one-of-a-kind panoramic of the Gulf of Mexico. Built of stone and steel for the railroad magnate Walter Gresham and his family, this famous house was designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier Victorian-era architect. Bishop’s Palace is located at 1402 Broadway, Galveston. Tickets are $30. November 13th, 20th (11am-12 noon) - 1892 Bishop’s Palace: Extended Tour - Guests to the Extended Tour of the 1892 Bishop’s Palace will be treated to a guided viewing of the house complete with a stop at Mrs. Gresham’s third floor painting studio. Typically reserved only for the Basement to Attic Tours, this new offering will give guests a quick view of the rarely seen third floor and an informative experience with knowledgeable tour guides. Bishop’s Palace is located at 1402 Broadway, Galveston. Tickets are $15-20. November 11th (6-9pm) - Main Sail Movie Night featuring “In The Heart Of The Sea” - Join GHF’s Texas Seaport Museum for its first Main Sail Movie Night as Ron Howard’s “In the Heart of the Sea” movie will be projected on one of the ship’s sails on the pier at Texas Seaport Museum, Pier 22 and Harborside Dr. Admission is free with RSVP. Beer, refreshments, and food will be available for purchase dockside. This will be shown at the Texas Seaport Museum, located at 2100 Harborside Dr., downtown. November 13th (2-3:30pm) - Seeds of Empire Lecture with Andrew Torget - Join author Andrew Torget for his lecture on how cotton transformed northeastern Mexico into the western edge of the United States, and how the rise and collapse of the Republic of Texas proved to be a blueprint for the Confederacy. This will be held at 3302 Avenue O, Galveston. This is free.
Tis’TheThe Season at The Grand Grand 1894 Opera House is a premier
entertainment showplace for acclaimed international stars, iconic American artists, and celebrated regional performers. Tickets are available by contacting The Grand’s box office at (409)765-1894, (800)8211894, or go to thegrand.com. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Grand 1894 Opera House is located at 2020 Postoffice St. in Galveston’s historic downtown Cultural Arts District and is recognized as “The Official Opera House of the State of Texas.” All major credit cards accepted. “The Nutcracker” Afternoon Tea Saturday, December 10th, 12:30pm “An Evening With Lyle Lovett and Robert Earl Keen” An annual tradition at The Grand! Treat Tuesday-Wednesday, November 1st & 2nd, 7:30pm your favorite little girl or boy to “The NutNear sell-out! These two long-time college cracker” Afternoon Tea. This delightful event friends are back on the road swapping songs features tea-time fare of finger sandwiches, like they used to do on Keen’s front porch in College Station. Both artists have been inducted cookies, punch, and of course, tea! Get your photo with “The Nutcracker” dancers, too. into the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame, and Tickets to “The Nutcracker” Afternoon Tea do continue to tour, as both the duo, and separately with their bands. These legendary Texas not include seats to a performance. Performance singer-songwriters will each perform their most tickets must be purchased separately. well-known songs and share stories of their “The Nutcracker” friendship and the music that you love. Presented by City Ballet of Houston Saturday, December 10th, 2:30pm and 7pm; Sun“Elf, The Broadway Musical” day, December 11th, 2:30pm Sunday, November 13th, 3pm and 7pm City Ballet of Houston (CBH) is celebrat“ELF The Musical” is the hilarious tale of ing its 50th anniversary and proudly returns to Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly The Grand 1894 Opera House! In addition to crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he the performances, a “behind the scenes” event to meet the dancers after each matinee is schedis actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the uled, and a 50th anniversary reception in Edna’s truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks Room at The Grand, prior to the Saturday eveon a journey to New York City to find his birth ning performance is available for patrons. father, discover his true identity, and help New Jerry Jeff Walker York remember the true meaning of Christmas. Saturday, December 17th, 8pm Praised for his unpretentious poetic sensibil“Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer, The Musical” ity and restrained but endearing singing style, Saturday, November 19th, 2pm and 5pm Jerry Jeff Walker is a great storyteller with a “say The beloved, made-for-TV classic soars off the screen and onto the stage of The Grand this what you mean, sing what you say” delivery. As holiday season! Enjoy all of your favorite char- one of the Lone Star State’s most popular musiacters including Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey cal ambassadors, he sees the world with a troubadour’s eyes. His songs are the way he makes the Elf, the Abominable Snow Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius, and, of course, Rudolph. sense of the world, how he passes on stories of the people he meets, and how he expresses his Rudolf, and this classic story, is always an endearing and enduring part of Christmas theat- feelings on any given morning. rical entertainment. Loretta Lynn, Queen of Country Music Sunday, December 18th (4pm) and Monday, De“The Priests” cember 19th (7:30pm) Sunday, November 27th, 7pm “To make it in this business, you either have Hailed as a musical match “made in heaven,” this trio of Roman Catholic priests has to be first, great, or different,” says living legachieved international acclaim for their stirring end Loretta Lynn. “And I was the first to ever go Irish tenor voices. They are one of the most rec- into Nashville, singin’ it like the women lived ognized and successful acts in both the religious it.” One of the most awarded musicians of all and secular world, and their 2008 debut album time makes her first appearance at The Grand on the heels of “Full Circle” (her first new studio set a Guinness World Record for “The Fastest Selling Classical Debut Album of All Time.” album in 10 years) and the 2016 PBS Special, “American Masters - Loretta Lynn: Still a MounThe Grand invites you to experience a joyful encore performance by Fathers Eugene, Martin tain Girl.” O’Hagan, and Father David Delargy. Upcoming in 2017 • Saturday, January 14th, 8pm - “Wiesenthal” Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” • Saturday, January 21st (7:30pm) and Sunday, Friday, December 2nd (8pm) and Saturday, DeJanuary 22nd (3pm) - The Oak Ridge Boys cember 3rd (3pm) Back by popular request! Ebenezer Scrooge, • Sunday, January 29th, 2pm and 7pm - “Pippin, The Musical” Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim, and the Ghosts of • Saturday, February 4th, 8pm - An Evening Christmases Past, Present, and Future come with Sophia Loren - near sell out! together in this delightful performance featuring stunning sets, lush costumes, and plenty of • Sunday, February 12th, 5pm - “Pump Boys and Dinettes” music and dance. The miserly Scrooge is made • Saturday, March 4th, 8pm - Montana Reperto see the light as he survives a merciless battory Theatre presents Neil Simon’s “Barefoot in tery of revelations by the ghosts of his own the Park” Christmases. This new adaptation of Dickens’ ever-popular classic fills the stage with veteran • Sunday, March 12th, 4pm - “The Rob Landes Trio: Music from the Movies” Broadway actors and a timeless message.
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Santa Hustle 5K and Half Marathon: Jingle Through Galveston December 18th
Jingle all the way through the course with candy and cookies, festive music, creative Christmas images, and so much more. This is all designed to get you in the perfect holiday mood! And to make your jingle tingle, new for Santa Hustle this year is a dri-fit half-zip along with a Santa hat, beard, and 5K finisher medal. So, if you like dressing like Santa Claus, come out and enjoy dancing to some holiday music, devouring candy, and joining in on an epic after party at Stuttgarden Tavern, then grab your friends and family, get in the holiday spirit, and make your way to the Santa Hustle 5K! For more info call (847)829-4536, e-mail info@santahustle.com, or register online at santahustle.com/galveston. This is going to be a fun holiday event! GalvestonIslandGuide.com • 9
Galveston Island State Park 5K and 10K Fun Run/Walk Here’s your chance to start the new year with some fun, some exercise, and some beautiful
nature! Join in the fun of the Galveston Island State Park 5K or 10K run/walk taking place Saturday, January 7th, 2017 beginning at 9am. The run will be held at the State Park on the bay side of FM 3005, near 13-mile road. The 5K and 10K runs will be timed, but if you prefer, you can walk the 5K. All participants will be provided a light breakfast, technical t-shirts, and the chance to win door prizes for those folks lucky enough to have their tickets drawn. Also, there will be seven age brackets and awards for the top three finishers in each bracket. The event is sponsored by Friends of Galveston Island State Park (FoGISP), an NPO consisting entirely of volunteers who help with the preservation and enhancement of the park’s natural environment. The goal is to provide enriching experiences and educational programs, improve park facilities, protect its wildlife, and preserve and restore its fragile environment. Early registration ends December 1st and is $25 plus processing fee. After December 1st, registration is $30 plus processing fee. Park entry fees are waived for the morning of the run. For more info and to register for this event go to fogisp.wordpress.com/annual-fun-run.
The Galveston State Park has numerous events going on this month. These events are fun for the entire family. Most events are free, however you must pay $5 to get into the park. Galveston State Park is located on the west end of the island at 14901 FM 3005, Galveston. For more info call (409)7371222 or go to tpwd.state.tx.us/state-parks/ galveston-island. November 4th, 18th, 25th, December 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd (4:30-5:30pm) - Sunset Photo Hike - This is a Photography 101 workshop with sunset and nature shots. Join Ranger Lisa and explore the tips for taking better photographs to capture those special moments. The workshop begins at the Nature Center and continues at an observation tower on Galveston Bay to practice new skills and share the findings. November 5th (8:30-9:30am) - Become a Jr. Ranger - Explore the park with some cool tools and tips. Do you know someone who likes to be outdoors? Do they like animals and plants? Perhaps you know someone who likes to play with others. This hike is great for families, young scouts, and youth of all ages to learn about the important job of a park ranger, and spend time discovering wildlife and hiking safety. November 5th, 12th, 19th (10-11:30am) Beach Exploration - Discover the life that lives at the edge of the sea. Hunt for island treasures with knowledgeable guides. Get a close-up look at the many critters and birds that inhabit the sand, surf, and seaweed. This tour includes hands-on seining, searching for ghost crabs, and beach combing under the guidance of Friends of Galveston Island State Park (FoGISP) volunteers. November 5th and 26th (2:30-3:30pm) Zombie Apocalypse Hike - Could you survive and thrive during an apocalyptic event or an easy hike? You will learn about the basic skills needed to find food, water, shelter, and space in this short (and somewhat humorous) program. You will learn about the importance of plants and human uses of the area, too. November 6th, 13th, 20th (10-11:30am) - Bay Explorations - Pull a net and learn where your shrimp, fish, and crabs live. Discover the wetlands with a close-up look at the critters, grasses, and birds that inhabit the marshland and bay. Tour activities include edible plants and adaptations, hands-on seining, fiddler crab sightings, and more. November 19th and 26th, December 3rd,
10th, 17th, 24th (4-5pm) - Edible Plants Hike - Nature’s Bounty: A grocery store at your fingertips! Ranger Lisa will lead a short presentation and prairie hike about edible plants. Relive the journey of natives and early settlers, foraging and celebrating this fall season. November 19th and 25th (6:30-7:30pm) Stargazing -The stars at night are big and bright, deep in the heart of Texas! Do you know your stars? Well, this session will teach you a few or show you some cool ways to learn them all. Join Ranger Lisa on an evening night hike while she discusses the importance of the dark and our connection to the stars overhead. Be prepared to be outside. November 24th (2:30-3:30pm) - Fat Cat Beach Stroll - Work off lunch and do some beachcombing for treasures. This fun 1-mile walk will feature fellowship, nature, and the wonders of the Gulf. Basics of beach combing will be highlighted. November 25th, December 31st and January 1st (10am-12 noon) - Holiday Kayak TourWinter weather is still good for paddling on Galveston Bay. This is an adult paddling program with a guide offering quick instruction and free gear rental. November 26th, December 10th, 17th, 24th, January 21st (10-11:30am) - BeachcombingTreasures await you at the water’s edge for this great shell hunting workshop, identification, and collecting expedition. Dress for the weather and be prepared to get your feet wet. December 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th (2:303:30pm) - Birding 101 - This course is for winter birding basics for non-birders. During the winter season, birders flock and capture data for scientists. Learn about the basics of birding, why Christmas Bird Counts are so important, and how to get the most out of your park visit. December 10th, January 14th (1-2pm) Geocaching 101 - Learn how to find hidden treasure within the park and around the globe with this short, activity-based program about geocaching. This is a workshop for nature’s high-tech treasure hunt - “Geo” = Earth, “cache” = something hidden. Learn how to use GPS units, about low-cost alternatives, and ways to get kids excited about the outdoors. January 1st (1-2pm) - Beachcombing 101 - Come to this afternoon treasure hunt for shells, sea beans, and mermaids. This will be great a shell hunting workshop, identification, and collecting expedition. Dress for the weather and be prepared to get your feet wet.
November 12th (10am-1pm) - Suds Run V - Families at the Ronald McDonald House Galveston (RMHG) are always in need of powdered laundry detergent. Combining efforts with the public, Coca-Cola and Houston Area Jeep Groups, on November 12th a large Jeep caravan will drive to the Ronald McDonald House in Galveston with soap donations. Anyone can donate any powdered laundry detergent as well as zip-style plastic sandwich bags. The run will begin at the Texas City Bucee’s, 6201 Gulf Freeway, Exit 17 at 10am. They will leave
Bucee’s at 11am for an escorted drive to the island. Call (936)672-4455 for more info. November 22nd (5:30-7:30pm) - The Kindness Project Makes “Stone Soup” - Join this interactive evening of arts and kindness featuring the book “Stone Soup.” Be prepared to gather, make, and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Reservations are required for soup making participation. This will be held at The Galveston Kindness Project headquarters, 409 22nd St., downtown Galveston. Tickets are available at squareup.com.
Events
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It’s Back, Bigger and Better than Ever:
The “Passport to Postoffice District” Weekend By George Douglas Lee
With Christmas shopping season just a month away, “Passport to Postoffice District” is back, bigger and better than ever! Join the fun 11am-6pm Saturday, November 12th; and 12 noon-5pm Sunday, November 13th in Galveston’s historic downtown Postoffice Arts and Culture District. After the first-ever “Passport to Postoffice” event in July, Postoffice Street District merchants believe customers will enjoy another one, just in time for the holidays. Grab a bite to eat, shop, and stroll to find unique gifts that you won’t find on the internet. You can also earn a chance to win the grand prize: a Cruise for two with an overnight stay at The Bungalow at Modern Vintage, downtown Galveston. “Several of the businesses will offer activities or incentives for participants. For example, during the last event, customers had a great time picking out their favorite artist at Affaire d’Art. The artist was awarded a prize. The store plans to offer more events like this in the future. ‘Passport to Postoffice District’ is a great opportunity to come together, have fun, and get to know each other,” says Nikki Thompson, co-owner of Affaire d’Art. The first event was only a few months ago. Business owners in the Postoffice Street District created this event to let people know what a fantastic shopping experience awaits them on historic downtown Postoffice Street. “Passport to Postoffice” was so successful, businesses have brought it back. Postoffice Street has been part of downtown Galveston since the area was built in the mid1800’s. It was once known as the infamous “redlight district,” although that designation more accurately describes portions of Postoffice and Market streets on the west side of 25th. The colorful designation remains to this day, although Galvestonians now refer to Postoffice Street as “restaurant and gallery row.” Today the district boasts more than 50 businesses. There are art galleries featuring local, regional, and national artists, jewelers, and jewelry from inexpensive and fun to exquisite and – yes - expensive. There are also men and women’s clothing stores featuring athletic wear, running shoes, beach wear, every day, and evening wear. There are even tuxedo rentals for weddings and formal occasions, coffee shops, coffee roasters, kitchen supplies, and even a locally made ice creamery. Antiques and collectibles, unique gifts, writing instruments, model shop, toys, and books for adults and kids can be found in this district as well. All that shopping and strolling will make you hungry, and Postoffice District restaurant owners are able to tap into Galveston’s super locally-sourced seafood to help with that. Postoffice District restaurants also reflect American’s appetites for every possible ethnic combination: everything from an old-fashioned soda fountain, to Italian, Mexican, South and Central American, and Indian. Architects across the United States are trying to create “outdoor lifestyle centers,” where restaurants and stores line narrow pedestrianfriendly streets. These upscale outdoor shopping areas are designed to look like city streets. Galveston is so lucky to already have one – without the added construction expense – in the Postoffice Street District. Retailers were pleasantly surprised with the last “Passport to Postoffice District” event. “We were surprised to meet so many people who’d never been to Postoffice Street before, or hadn’t even heard of it. Some customers asked how long the street had been here,” said Brenda Lee, co-owner of G. Lee Gallery. “From the retailer’s perspective, this was the best advertising dollars we’ve ever spent.”
Pick up a passport at any one of these three locations during the event: Affaire d’Art Gallery, The Old Galveston Trading Company, or St. John Antiques. Once in hand, visit the participating Postoffice District businesses listed on your passport. Don’t leave without having your passport stamped at each and every business listed on the passport. When you’ve got them all stamped, turn in the completed passport to be entered into the drawing for fabulous Postoffice District merchant prizes and the Grand Prize. “Passport to Postoffice District” began with the vision of building relationships between the district’s unique, one-of-a-kind local shops and the community. Participating businesses want to reward shoppers for taking the time to shop local and show their appreciation for your support. This event is sponsored by: Galveston Restaurant Group, Tom Schwenk of The House Company, and The Bungalow at Modern Vintage. For more info go to facebook.com/ passporttopostoffice.
Island ETC Presents:
“Winter Wonderettes” Performances for “Winter Wonder-
ettes” are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings at 8pm from November 18thDecember 10th. There will also be one Sunday matinee on November 20th at 2:30pm. There will be no performance on Thanksgiving. This seasonal celebration finds those Marvelous Wonderettes entertaining at the annual Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the day! Featuring great 60’s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus is Coming To Town,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” and “Winter Wonderland,” the results are, of course, marvelous! This energetic and glittering holiday package is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages.
Island ETC is located at 2317 Mechanic St., downtown Galveston. Ticket prices for all performances are $30 for adults and $25 for students and senior citizens. Tickets may be purchased at islandetc.org. For more info call (409)762-3556. Island ETC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
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Family owned and operated for over 20 years and serving authentic homemade Mexican food, this best kept Island secret is a favorite with the locals. Serving up one of the best Mexican breakfasts on the Island and offering everything from burritos to migas, chorizo or if you prefer traditional eggs, bacon and potatoes there is something for everyone. Lunch include enchiladas, combination plates, fajitas, tacos and steaks.
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Books
Just in Time for Fall Reading By Gini Rainey
“The Ladies’ Room” by Carolyn Brown Here’s a shout out to an author who has written a book that affirms the recovering ability of a woman who discovers that her husband has been cheating on her their entire married life. Instead of sitting around and having one giant pity party, which she richly deserved, Trudy took her life by the horns and turned it around. A bit of gossip shared between her cousins and overheard in the ladies’ room during a funeral sparked Trudy into leaving her cheating husband. After twenty years of spoiling and pampering her husband and daughter, Trudy finally starts to think about herself for a change. As she spreads her wings and begins to fly, she finds treasures in the house full of “junk” her great aunt left her and in the man next door. Brown did an amazing job of character development that makes the reader feel as though they are right there while Trudy takes that house, and with the help of Billy Lee, turned it into a home and her falling down life into one full of hope and promise. With just the right touch of humor, this book had me hooked from the moment Trudy tried to pull her torn panty hose back up over her slightly overweight body so she could gracefully exit the stall and walk, with some amount of dignity, past her snarky cousins. Trudy’s straight-forward way of dealing with all of the strikes against her should be an example to all of us who constantly tippy toe around the people in our lives so as to not hurt their feelings while forgetting that we have feelings too. This is not a heavy weight book by any means, but rather it is a light and satisfying read that will remind anyone who has lived in a small town where everyone’s business becomes everyone else’s business, right or wrong. It is a positive affirmation of one woman’s inner soul and also one heck of a good read. Rating: 5 of 5, Copyright 2012, Montlake Romance “The Good Wife: The Shocking Betrayal and Brutal Murder of a Godly Woman in Texas” by Clint Richmond If you like true crime stories, here’s one for you, and it takes place right in our own back yard – down Austin-way. Written about a couple who were leaders in their church, this book tells the story of the brutal murder of Penny Scaggs and the trial of her husband, Roger. I remembered reading about this murder when it occurred, and when this book popped up on my suggested reads, I had to know more. Living in an exclusive neighborhood in the
hills outside of Austin, one would have thought the Scaggs had it made and could have wished for nothing more. Penny had earned a name for herself in the Christian community as being a highly respected teacher of young marrieds on how to create and maintain a happy home, while Roger successfully rose up the corporate ladder, took a lover, and purchased expensive boats and planes. But none of that mattered when someone (presumably Richards) took Peggy’s life through a brutal and violent act of passion, not just beating her with a lead pipe, but also stabbing her multiple times. With close attention to details, Clint Richmond followed the story of the murder, discoveries by the police, and Roger’s trial, painting a picture of a senseless crime that no author of fiction could possibly top. With incredible organization, he doesn’t judge or draw his own conclusions about the guilt or innocence of Roger Scaggs. Rather, he lets the reader form his own opinions based on the overwhelming evidence presented. “The Good Wife” is definitely a good read for those of us who like to see the inner workings of an excellent investigative police force and a thorough legal system. Rating: 4 of 5, Copyright 2007, Market Paperback “The Myth of Santa’s Beard” by Sharon Thayer It’s not too soon to start thinking about gifts for Christmas, and here is a book that will fit the bill for the little ones on your list. This book was the winner of the Bronze Moonbeam Children’s Book Award and EVVY Award from Colorado Independent Publishers’ Association and is the first in a series of holiday books planned by Ms. Thayer. The book has a backstory that explains how Ms. Thayer became the bearer of the Myth, while the meat of the book is geared towards young readers and read-to’s. Although this book sounds like it would be perfect for the holiday season, it has a message that makes it worthy of being read all year long. It encourages children to be good and kind and considerate, and when they are, Santa’s beard grows longer and longer until it gets in the way
of everything the dear man does. Without giving away the surprise ending, the elves and Mrs. Claus figure out the best way ever to handle this problem. While geared toward children, this book will help children of all ages re-discover the magic of the season, and while the story is delightful, the illustrations by Marci Chambers and Frank Pryor that fill the pages are absolutely lovely and magical. Rating: 5 of 5, Copyright 2016, Carousel Publishing
Book Signings
a remarkable journey caring for an infant from the Shriners Hospital for Children in Galveston. Cynthia Bowen was done raising children. She and her husband Lawrence were emptynesters living a quiet life in suburbia after putting their three children through college. But one afternoon, a phone call from their youngest daughter Kanika changed everything. She was in the midst of her residency at a burn hospital for children when a baby with life-threatening burns, abandoned by his family, arrives. Social Services could not find anyone who could take the infant, designated Baby B, because of his traumatic injuries. Distraught, Kanika pleads with her mother, “Can you please come to Galveston and take care of him until a placement can be found?” As Cynthia moves in with her daughter to care for the child, the approach of Hurricane Rita has placed Galveston in the middle of the largest evacuation in U.S. history. Cynthia Bowen’s memoir covers the turbulent events she faced in her efforts to care for the child as an uncaring medical system, a corrupt CPS worker, and an disruptive evacuation all came to bear on their lives.
Book signings will be held at Galveston Bookshop, located at 317 23rd St., downtown Galveston. For more info call (409)750-8200 or Book Signings for “Guidebook to Angel Talk” go to galvestonbookshop.com. and “Angel Talk” by Cathy Catching Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 12 noon-5pm Saturday, November 12th, 2-4pm to Angel Talk” is a remark“Lucky’s Way (Winds of Change, Book 2)” by Gina Hooten Popp ably“Guidebook detailed handbook on how to communiGalveston Bookshop will host a book sign- cate with angels and other divine beings. Learn ing with Gina Hooten Popp and her latest hisbasics about angels, how they interact with torical novel in the series that began with “The the us, and how to unlock your own divine conStorm After.” nection. Through this connection, you can have The year is 1918 and young U.S. fighter personal conversations with your own guardian pilot Lucky McLaren is headed home to West Texas on an extended reprieve from battle. But angel, the Archangels, departed loved ones, or any other heavenly being. Discover how angelic destiny has other plans for him as Italian sufcommunication can create a happiness and posfragette Antonia (who is being sought by the itivity that will radiate from your very soul. police for a crime she did not commit) seeks “Guidebook to Angel Talk” also offers readrefuge in the same train car he is traveling on, ers a glimpse into the life of a clairaudient as the changing not only his homeward bound direcauthor relays some of her own personal stories tion, but the course of both of their lives. Can he help her right the wrong she is being accused of angelic interaction. As she shares these captiof? And can the two of them find a way to over- vating stories, you may very well be able to see the divine synchronicity in your own life. Cathy come the physical and emotional scars and Catching also does angel readings and teaches secrets of their past to make a future together? Filled with history and passion, “Lucky’s Way” is others how angelic communication can provide an inspirational tale of healing and redemption emotional, physical, and spiritual healing. “Angel Talk” is a fascinating true story about - a stirring testament to the power of belief and one woman’s astonishing interactions with heavself-discovery, and to hopes lost and found. enly beings and her extraordinary recovery from In “The Storm After,” the first book in the an incurable and debilitating disorder. “Angel series, four survivors of the 1900 Galveston Talk” conveys more than just a personal story of Hurricane come together to form a family of healing; it is packed full of valuable life lessons sorts, as they recover from inconceivable loss. and heavenly messages. “Lucky’s Way” follows the same cast of characCathy Catching also does angel readings and ters (and a few new ones) all the way from warteaches others how angelic communication can torn France to the Gulf Coast of Texas. provide healing. Saturday, November 19th, 2-4pm Both books can be purchased at Mysticatz, “Proud Flesh: The Resurrection of Baby B 2021 Strand #1, Galveston, Texas or online at Amazon and Barnes & Noble. A Memoir” by Cynthia Bowen For more info call (409)740-1565 or go to Galveston Bookshop will host a book signing with Cynthia Bowen and her new memoir, cathycatching.com or facebook.com/ccatching.
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Food
Mom & Pop’s Serve Up Homemade Cuisines
Everyone always asks, “Where do the locals go to eat?” Well, locals choose the locally-owned small spots that are a little off the beaten path and loaded with charm and yummy food. Momand-pop-style restaurants are a staple in Galveston. Here are a few of them. You’re sure to enjoy the home cooking and sampling of the local flavors.
Mel’s Blueplate Diner
Ready for the ultimate in comfort food? Mel’s Blueplate Diner serves up some of the very best, featuring favorites like burgers, chicken fried steak, chicken fried chicken, fresh veggies, daily lunch specials, and much more. Mel’s is the family-friendly spot you’ve been looking for. Fork-tender chicken fried steak, real mashed potatoes, good old fashioned, un-trendy green peas and onions, homemade cornbread muffins, red velvet cupcakes with real cream cheese frosting, and a retro orange soda: that’s dining! But if you like their lunch, you should try their breakfasts. The biscuits and gravy are all handmade as well as the turnovers (pastries filled with either apple, cherry, cream cheese, or pecan). The “Eye Opener” is two open-faced biscuits topped with two eggs, cooked any way you like, then covered in rich creamy sausage gravy. This is a hangover cure! The Chicken & Waffles are delicious, and Mel’s omelets are freshly made and served fluffy and stuffed to the gill. Mel’s is located on 38th Street, one block north of Broadway, kind of tucked behind a building in a converted house. Be forwarned: the word is out, and they literally run out of their favorites (especially the daily specials) some days. Mel’s Blueplate Diner is located at 910 38th St., Galveston. They are open 10am-3pm Monday-Friday, 8am-3pm on Saturday, closed Sunday. For more info call (409)789-6355 or go to galveston.com/mels or facebook.com/ melsblueplate.
Rice & Curry Cuisine
Rice & Curry Cuisine is new to the restaurant scene and located on the Island’s east end, steps from The University of Texas Medical Branch. Featuring “Indo-Pack” cuisine, the eatery features an extensive menu of vegetable,
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goat, lamb, chicken, seafood, and beef dishes, along with a variety of homemade soups, grilled kabobs, botis, burgers, and shakes. The menu has everything from jalapeno poppers to Onion Kulcha as a side order. Lamb Boti Kabob is a favorite. This is lamb marinated in ginger, garlic, and special seasonings. Boti Kabab is an Indian cooking technique where small pieces of meat are marinated and cooked rapidly under intense heat, basted with butter or ghee. Rice & Curry Cuisine features a nice selection of vegetarian dishes with a lot of variety. They also serve goat, seafood, lamb, and a great combo platter of chicken, biryani (a mixed rice dish), curry chicken, aloo keema (ground beef and potatoes), capli kabob (Pashtun-style minced kebab, usually made from ground beef or mutton with various spices in the shape of a patty), and naan bread which allows you a nice sampling of tastes. A lunch buffet is available Monday-Friday from 11am-2:30pm, which will help you sample it all. They are open Monday-Saturday 11am9:30pm, and closed on Sunday. Rice & Curry is located at 712 7th St., Galveston. For more info call (409)974-4906 or go to riceandcurrycuisine. com.
BBQ Barn & Burgers
BBQ Barn & Burgers is a great locally-run restaurant serving up authentic Texas barbecue. Newly remodeled to capture the essence of southern cuisine, they offer a selection of smoked meats including brisket, turkey, ribs, and sausage as well as classic American dishes. Ms. Mona serves up tender brisket, boudin balls, and juicy burgers. This small restaurant offers huge servings inside and outside on the patio. The smoked pulled pork sandwiches are some of the best around. The fried chicken wing basket is heavenly as well as the fried okra! The Buffalo Burger is a piled-high ½ pound burger, deep fried, served with a signature wing sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onions, and fresh
then select your meat (steak, chicken, Chilaca Chicken, Chilaca Steak, or veggies), then build your creation from the other toppings like cilantro rice, black or pinto beans, sauteed veggies, salsa, cheese, sour cream, roasted corn, guacamole, and queso. A few favorites are the steak Crispy Tacos; they host lots of flavor and taste. Another good one is the Chilaca Chicken Burrito Bowl with a side of chips and guacamole and Chilaca sauce. Brian Mitchell said, “Galveston has been crumbled bleu cheese. Did we mention the servneeding a place like this. On the opening day, I ings are huge? You might want to get a to-go actually ate there for lunch (dine-in) and dinbox for their burgers! ner (take-out). The Chilaca chicken and sauce is Enjoy Happy Hour Monday-Friday 3-7pm, pretty amazing. I will definitely be back.” with $1 Lone Star drafts and $2 domestic They also offer delivery and fax-in to-go bottles. orders as well as dine in. BBQ Barn & Burgers is located at 5703 Chilaca is open daily 11am-10pm and is Stewart Rd., Galveston. For more info call located at 708 Holiday Dr., Galveston. For more (409)740-2783. info call (409)974-4582, fax (409)762-2003 or go to chilaChilaca cagrill.com. Mexican Grill Food Trucks Specializing in huge Food burritos, tacos, trucks are makquesadillas, ing the scene in Galveston burrito bowls, recently. These and salads, are two of our Chilaca Mexifavorites: can Grill has a simple menu Jenny on the Block but an exten“Growsive variety of ing up, all combinations. my friends From their would call me website, “Born Jenny from the block,” from a simple says Jennifer desire of having (Jenny) Perez, a decent Burowner and chef rito Bowl for of this food lunch or dintruck serving ner on GalvesPuerto Rican ton Island, and Latin-style and an urge Caribbean for a nutritionfoods. ally rich meal Jenny has that has a great always had standard witha passion for out the price cooking, espeof a fine dining cially her Latin restaurant, we Caribbean culwould like to tural cuisine, with recipes that have been passed introduce you to Chilaca Mexican Grill.” down from generation to generation. You can create your own combos for the Since childhood, she has always been in the entree types then go to town with your unique kitchen. As a child, she watched her mother combination. First, select your entree type (bur- closely to learn all the tricks and tips to cooking ritos, tacos, quesadillas, burrito bowls, or salads) Puerto Rican dishes perfectly. As she got older, her love for cooking manifested into a passion for pleasing people through that very same skill. From conception to reality, the Jenny from the Block food truck has been a fast road to success and is currently the first and only Puerto Rican food truck food spot in Galveston. Emblazoned with a likeness of the Puerto Rican flag, Jenny from the Block food truck serves dishes including Mofongo Carne Frita, which is mashed plantains with meat, and a jibarito steak sandwich with onions, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and condiments between two twice fried green plantains. Frankie De Soto said, “I found out about
this place on the local news and being from Puerto Rico, I needed a taste of nostalgia. Jenny didn’t disappoint. The Mofongo con Chuleta was both tender and juicy, the rice was cooked perfectly, the Papa Rellena is one of those tough recipes that my mom couldn’t do, but Jenny pulled it off perfectly. The Jibarito sandwich is a must-eat dish for lunch or on the go. If you’re looking to take a break from Tex-mex, this is the place to go. And for my fellow Puerto Ricans, bring your dominoes and enjoy the weather.” Many locals love the Frituras (fried fritters). Pastelillos (empanada-style fried hand pie) are filled with either seasoned ground beef filling or Jenny’s pizza filling: mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce. Jenny’s Mofongo is delicious with fried green plantains, mashed with garlic and chicharron, served with a small side of Caldo de Pollo (chicken broth). La Tripleta sandwich is what dreams are made of! This hot sandwich is piled high with deli ham, roasted pork, steak with onions, and American cheese, served on fresh Cuban bread. “We serve food with an attitude,” notes Perez. You can find the truck at 2122 61st St., Alexander McKay said, “I just got to GalvesGalveston. For more info call (409)996-7220 or ton and immediately stopped off at Darlene’s go to jennyfromtheblocktx.com. Shrimp Shack to order the ‘Original’ fried golden shrimp basket: done in a delicious crust Darlene’s Shrimp Shack Darlene’s Shrimp Shack is a little food trailer with 10 large, fresh, deveined shrimp, two located just north of Aunt Margie’s Bait and Sea- hush puppies, lemon wedges, (I like the cockfood Shop on 61st St. It looks small and color- tail sauce they serve too) in a paper basket for $9.95. It is so delicious! Absolutely the best!” ful and has some awesome fresh shrimp. Be forewarned, Darlene’s hours are a litThe menu is simple. Shrimp. Big fresh tle odd sometimes, and they are only open for shrimp baskets are available in seven different flavors: coconut shrimp, buffalo shrimp, sweet lunch during the week. They are open Monday-Thursday 11am-3pm; Friday, Saturday, onion peppers, Cajun rub shrimp, fajita rub and Sunday 11am-8pm. Darlene’s is located at shrimp, lemon pepper shrimp, and good old 1727 61st St., Galveston. There are a few picnic plain Galveston style fried shrimp. There are tables. sandwiches on the menu too with the shrimp.
Thanksgiving Day Buffets
Hotel Galvez Holiday Brunch
Thanksgiving Day Brunch at Hotel Galvez is something everyone should experience. This holiday brunch is the biggest and most popular of the year and for good reason. The hotel features all the traditional Thanksgiving entrees along with special features created by the executive chef. Advance reservations are required by calling (409)765-7721. Hotel Galvez is located at 2024 Seawall Blvd., Galveston. For more info go to hotelgalvez.com.
San Luis Champagne Thanksgiving Jazz Brunch
Kick off the holiday season with a Champagne Thanksgiving brunch with traditional holiday favorites, breakfast specialties, and a little jazz! The brunch will include a salad and soup station, fresh seafood offerings, savory entrees, carvery, breakfast favorites, desserts, bottomless Mimosas, and more. Seating times are 11am-2pm. Tickets are adults $62, seniors (65 and over) $57, and children (4–12) $27. The San Luis Resort is located at 5222 Seawall Blvd., Galveston. Reservations are required by calling (409)744-1500 or go online to sanluisresort.com.
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Moody Gardens Give thanks and enjoy a bountiful feast with family and friends at the Moody Gardens Hotel’s annual Thanksgiving Day buffet held in the Frances Anne Moody Ballroom. Feature entrees include slow smoked prime rib with mini cheese popovers, au jus and creamy horseradish, roasted turkey with giblet gravy and orange-cranberry relish, honey glazed mini ham, lightly smoked chicken thighs with star anise sauce, Texas redfish with gulf shrimp, and hash pepper crab cakes with lemon caper sauce plus tons more. Tickets are $55 for adults, $45 for seniors, $27 for children (4-12), and children three and under eat free. Moody Gardens Hotel is located at 7 Hope Blvd., Galveston. For more info and to make reservations call (888)388-8484 or go to moodygardenshotel.com.
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40th Annual Rotary Club of Galveston Chili Supper SetForforfourNovember 9th decades, The Rotary Club of
Galveston has hosted its annual Chili Supper fundraiser, and this year’s event is set for Wednesday, November 9th and will be held in the Ball High School Cafeteria, 4115 Avenue O. Serving hours are 5-8pm. In addition to great “homemade” chili and rice and all the trimmings, guests can purchase tamales to accompany their chili supper, as well as a variety of homemade and specialty desserts. Many of the delicious desserts available for sale will be made from the Rotarians’ family recipes, handed down from generation to generation, as well as tempting desserts donated by Galveston College’s Culinary Arts department, UTMB, and many of the Island’s best restaurants. Free children’s books, again generously donated by Half-Price Books in Clear Lake, will be given away throughout the evening, with a great variety of books for children and youth. All proceeds from this annual fundraiser benefit the Rotary Club of Galveston’s Galveston Rotary Foundation, which in turn sponsors and supports many essential programs and projects that benefit the Galveston community. Tickets are $10 and include a complimentary dessert of one’s choice. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. For more info contact (409)692-3838 or e-mail to h.fattig@ sbcglobal.net.
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The Arts
Events
The Tremont Gallery & The Strand Gallery By Terry Card
GIVING is the foundation of two very popular Galveston art galleries. The people and city of Galveston, are the beneficiaries of the giving of one man, a BOI. He is a career officer with the Galveston Police Department, having won many awards, is a police hostage negotiator, and gives freely of the knowledge he has accumulated through instructing fellow officers. In his role as a police officer, he gives the city safety and most importantly, integrity. He started the Tremont Gallery in July 2013 to give Galvestonians and visitors beautiful art in its many forms and give children the gift of learning art. He is well-known for coordinating Blue Santa, giving a Christmas to children of the poor that they would not otherwise have. He gives his time volunteering for many other charities as well, including Lighthouse. One of his favorite charities is Alley Cat, a program to save feral cats in the community and make the general public aware of their plight. He raises money to have the cats fixed and then placed in loving homes. Along the way he has accumulated a substantial and coveted collection of alley cat pictures and film. He is Joey Quiroga - a man who learned about giving from his family and has taken it to the next level. The Tremont Gallery: After renting space to exhibit his photography for several years, he decided that there had to be a better way. He found that he had to sell from twenty to thirty pieces just to meet the cost of renting. He thought, “there are so many other gifted artists out there who can’t afford to show their work given their situation.” In his mind he envisioned a way of being able to give these struggling but highly talented artists an opportunity, but it cost money he did not have. There is an old saying, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade,” and that is just what Joey did. At a very difficult time in his life when he was going through a traumatic divorce, leaving him with nothing except his job with Galveston PD, he spotted a for rent sign at the Tremont and Postoffice Street building the Tremont Gallery now occupies. He thought he would never be able to afford it, but he contacted the owner anyway. Fortunately, the owner worked with him, helping him attain his dream of giving other artists a chance to display their art, which would not only benefit them, but even more, the people of Galveston who would not have had an opportunity otherwise to enjoy the work of a diverse number of unknown artists. Joey worked out a rental agreement with about twenty other artists, which took care of the rent. The rent he charges them is cheaper than any other place on the island. He now has thirty-six artists, including a mid-seventy year old, first time artist. He has a wide variety of local talent producing a variety of art including books, photography, oils, and watercolors. Based on his travels and seeing the quality of art at places like the Louvre, he wanted to recreate Galveston into a Soho-like art center. The Strand Gallery: Joey opened The Strand Gallery with his partner Marilyn Harris four months ago in June. He found that the Tremont Gallery had a great deal of his photo art mixed in with the thirty-six other artists in the gallery. He felt that he needed separation. When the bus terminal was completed on Strand St. and had space available for rent, in his view the location was outstanding with people continuously going through the bus terminal and coming in from cruise ships. By opening this gallery he could now solely display his art with a focus on monthly shows featuring a guest artist. His hope always has been, and is, 18 • GalvestonIslandGuide.com
to bring quality art to the general public at reasonable prices. The clientele for both galleries is an even mix of locals and tourists. He has sold pieces to art lovers in far ranging locales like London, England, and Colorado, which ties into his future plans to someday open galleries in other parts of the U.S. – perhaps Jackson Hole, Wyoming, or the Hawaiian island of Lanai. In the meantime he is content to display the art from the galleries in the bus and cruise terminals. And having a variety of artists pays off with some of the art having gone viral, creating a kind of traveling art show. Joey was born in Galveston. His father worked as a longshoreman, and his mother looked after the house. Depending on the work available at the shipyards, the family occupied dwellings in both good and not so great areas of town. However, it was different in those days; the poor looked after each other. Even when they had little money, his family gave to others worse off than them. His father worked very hard to support the family, and his mother taught Joey to be polite, respectful, kind, hardworking, and God-fearing. During his high school days at Ball High, he was a star baseball player with hopes of a big league career. That came to a sudden end when he was almost killed by a drunk driver. It was that, some negative encounters with police stopping him for no reason other than he lived in the poor part of town, and the kindness shown by others far less fortunate than him that led him to police work. After some college, he then graduated from the Police Academy in 1990. His interest in photography was fueled at age eleven or twelve by his Uncle George, a Vietnam veteran. Uncle George, who was his father’s brother, had his own light room and worked mostly in black and white. It was this interest in black and white photography that led Joey to read books on photography. His inspiration was Ansel Adams, who wrote several books that explained photography in detail for the novice. He was world-famous for his black and white pictures. The lesson Joey got from his reading was to know how to shoot your lines. Blue Santa Comes to Town Again Joey has been involved in the Blue Santa program since 1990 and took over the program in 2008. When he first started, the program had about 40 families in it. Today it provides Christmas gifts to more than 3,000 children from not just Galveston, but other locales on the mainland like La Marque. He works with veterans, raising money to help them on their way, Lighthouse, which provides food at charity functions, and has his Alley Cat program. As he says, “Friendship and giving is more important than monetary success.” In this, he feels he always has something to offer the community. In addition to his love of art, a new love has come into Joey’s life. He and Melinda, whom he has known for 23 years, just recently announced their engagement. Couldn’t happen to a better person! The Strand Gallery is located at 2418 Strand, Ste. D, (409)220-1777, and the Tremont Gallery is located at 511 23rd St., (409)5395667, both in downtown Galveston.
Art Market on Market (2200 Market St., (409)750-2427, artmarketonmarket.com) - Art Market on Market is held approximately every 6-weeks on the same night, and in cooperation with, Galveston’s ArtWalk. They feature booths with paintings, handcrafted items, photography, ceramics, and much more. The Artist’s’ Studio (1902 Avenue N, (512)217-1994, galvestonstudio.com) - The Artist’s’ Studio & Gallery is open again! This is an open and casual studio space. “Sharing has its advantages - we strive to create an upbeat and affirming atmosphere where there is no competition or judgment.” Studio space is available for a few impassioned artists at a monthly rate to do your work all day, every day. The studio is also a formal gallery that is open to the public 11am-4pm, ThursdaySaturday, and by appointment. Arts on Mechanic (2309 Mechanic St., (409)392-0851) - Located just across the street from The Tremont Hotel, Arts on Mechanic showcases a variety of works from local, regional, and nationally known artists. Along with original works for sale, reproductions of some featured artists are also available. Also featured is a wide variety of signed and numbered prints by nationally known artists such as Matt Rinard, Eric Dowdle, and Tom W. Freeman, who is regarded by many as one of the top naval historic artists in the world. Unique and whimsical clay dog sculptures by New Orleans artist Chris Menconi are also available, each signed and numbered. ArtWalk - ArtWalk will be held throughout town, ranging in time from 4-10pm. Mostly held in the heart of the downtown historic district, and now other parts of the Island, ArtWalk is a free event that takes place in existing commercial galleries, non-profit art spaces, and what are called “other walls,” restaurants and retail stores. The next date for ArtWalk in 2016 ArtWalk is November 26th. 2017 dates are January 14th, March 4th, April 22nd, June 10th, and July 29th. Fine Art by Mary K. Farragher at Beta Gallery (2328 Strand, Suite 206, (409)370-3707, facebook.com/fineartbymarykfarragheratbetagallery) - This new gallery is located on the second floor of the historic Hutchings Sealy Building in heart of Galveston Island’s downtown. Mary K. Farragher has many works on display in this lovely new gallery. G. Lee Gallery (2215 Postoffice St., (409)3707350, gleegallery.net) - Brushes By the Beach® Plein Air contest will be held November 12th -19th. The seven day event will give attendees two weekends (and all the beautiful days in between) to paint on the gorgeous island. Judging will be held at the close of the event with a reception to follow at 4pm, Saturday, November 19th at the Gallery. To register go to gleegallery.net. Galveston Arts Center (2127 Strand St., (409)763-2403, galvestonartscenter.org) Three new solo shows curated by Director Jennifer Justice are featured in the downstairs gallery: “Discourse” by Lydia Bodnar-Balahutrak, “Intuitive Moments” by Mindy Veissid, and “Children in Print” by emerging artist Ann Sandberg. The exhibits will run through November 20th. Also, GAC presents “Beyond Bindings: The Book as Art,” an exhibition that explores the diverse world of book art. The collective talent of six book artists (Candace Hicks, Michelle Wilson, Dorothy Yule, Susan Porteous, Bonnie O’Connell, Jennifer Khoshbin) will showcase the breadth and complexity of this art form. The show will be on exhibit through January 8th, 2017 in the upstairs Pop-Up Gallery. Galveston Art League (2117 Postoffice St., (409)621-1008, galvestonartleague. com) - Fontaine Jacobs, an award-winning artist, is on exhibit this month at the gallery. She started drawing at a young age. She has worked in watercolor, pencil, pastel, acrylic, and oil. Although her mother persuaded her to become a teacher, she never lost her love of art. Calling her style somewhere in the middle of realism and impressionism, she likes the happy accidents that happen with watercolor,
the speed of acrylic, and the forgiving nature of oil. Her favorite subjects are people. Her most poignant piece is a nude she painted two weeks before she was diagnosed with breast cancer. After a double mastectomy, she is cancer free, but she will never sell that painting. As a breast cancer survivor, Fontaine donates a portion of her proceeds to Breast Cancer Research each year. Galveston Artist Residency (2521 Ships Mechanic Row, (409)974-4446, galvestonartistresidency.org) - “True Artist Tales By Scott Gilbert” will be on view through February 4th, 2017. There will be an opening reception at the GAR Gallery on Saturday, November 26th from 6-9pm. Scott Gilbert’s art is known for its strong chiaroscuro effects and visual influences ranging from Alex Toth to Jaime Hernandez to Chester Brown. “True Artist Tales” was unusually philosophical for a comic strip, and his comics feature such legendary Houston settings as the Axiom, Commerce Street Artist Warehouse, Pik-N-Pak, etc., as well as strips from the road set in Fort Davis, Port Aransas, and Balmorhea. The retrospective includes 133 pieces of Gilbert’s original comic art. J Bangle’s Silk Stocking Gallery (25th & Avenue L, Galveston, (409)763-6161, galveston.com/banglesilkstocking) - This month’s featured painting is by artist Sue Bown, whose gallery exhibit is joined by the unique, handcrafted jewelry of artisan They and the colorful, wooden sculptures of Joe Derr. Acrylics on canvas by Laura Greiner, metalwork and watercolor collages by Stan Huncilman, and the architectural renderings of Loretta Trevino are also featured. PeckArts (2208 Postoffice St., (409)6211500, peckarts.com) - PeckArts Gallery will be featuring new work by Homer Allen in his exhibit “Thoughts of Austria.” From his bio, “My introduction to Art was through painting, building, and designing sets in my father’s theater company. I worked with professional set designers, graphic artists, and scenic artists. To me, signage is like theatrical presentations – the scale is also similar. By painting on recycled billboards, I can paint large and get a bonus in that the paintings are waterproof and can be displayed indoors or outdoors.” The Proletariat Gallery (2221 Market St., (409)356-9092, www.proletariatgallery.com) Elizabeth Punches will be this month’s featured artist. Movie Nights are held every Sunday starting at 8pm. There is no cover. René Wiley Gallery (2128 Postoffice St., (409)750-9077, renewileyart.com) - Rachel Wiley-Janota’s newest solo exhibition, “Born of the Sky,” celebrates atmospheric landscapes from Galveston Island to West Texas and as far as the Pacific Northwest. The Strand Gallery (2418 Strand St., (409)220-1777) - You will feel the coastal vibe in Joey Quiroga’s Photography! As one of the Island’s most prolific photographers, Joey has a talent for expanding the ordinary. From Galveston Historic Pleasure Pier, to the Alley Cats of Galveston, there are choices for every taste, but all different and interesting. Tony Wynn Modern Art Gallery (1601 Tremont, 23rd @ N1/2, (409)974-7079, tonywynn.com) - Galveston Island Native Tony Wynn exhibits his various portfolios of original artwork from his shows in Miami, Berlin, Helsinki, and New York. His gallery is back open showcasing a nice variety of styles, sizes, and kinds of artwork. Tremont Gallery Galveston (511 23rd St., (409)539-5667, galveston.com/tremontgallery)- Brett Bodkins Photography is the featured artist for November. His work is so varied, so interesting, it is a must-see. Meet the artist and learn about his interests. D’Feet Breast Cancer, Inc. Photography Contest winners will be on display November 25th-December 10th as well. Tyler Studio (1201 Postoffice St., (409)7718371, tylerstudio.org) - Susan Tyler, Gallery owner and artist is presenting her latest body of work as well as artist Ruth Downes work. Her oils are beautiful and emotional. The paintings change out often so the show will continually have new life to give.
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Music Mambo Jazz Kings: Have Soul-Will Travel
Recently, we went to see the band, the Mambo Jazz Kings and had the opportunity to interview Art Lopez with this dynamic band. Island Guide: Is there a story behind the name of your band? It is rather unique. Art: No story, I just wanted to choose a name that no one would forget. ‘Mambo Jazz Kings’ sounded cool. Island Guide: Who is in the band and what do they play or do? How many members are there total? Art: We have a big band! Band members are vocalist: Ray Cole Brown, Frankie Edwards, and Donny Buggs. Our horn section is Fred Linton (Tenor Saxophone), Brad Nieme (Trumpet/Flugel Horn), Craig Zlatnik (Trombone), and Tony Richardson (Alto Saxophone). The Rhythm section is myself, Art Lopez (Rhythm Guitar), Albert Moguel (Lead Guitar), Luis Marian (Drums), and Lloyd Wade (Latin Percussion). Then there’s Andy Estrada (Bass Guitar) and Ron Davis (Keyboards). We also have Sound Technicians Steve Williams, DJ Services, and Pam Cortez; Road Manager John Thompson; and Stage Technician Jason Gorham. Island Guide: Wow, that is a lot! No wonder your sound is so great and unique. Describe your style of music, your sound, for someone who has never heard you. From their bio: Mambo Jazz Kings (MJK) are a high-energy dance band that can lay down every funky beat from Earth Wind and Fire to Beyoncé’. The band’s resume of music also includes the big band sounds of Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, and Glen Miller. The Mambo Jazz Kings have been entertaining audiences both young and old from stages of concerts, festivals, and nightclubs. Twelve (12) fantastic guys and one exciting lady take the stage every night. The band has an outstanding rhythm section, a powerful horn ensemble, and three vocalists that will keep you moving until the very end! Island Guide: What was your inspiration(s) for your unique sound? Art: I’d say our main inspirations are Tower of Power, Earth Wind and Fire, Aretha Franklin, and the Temptations. We love the sound and overall feel of that music. Island Guide: Describe a live show for someone who hasn’t had the honor of seeing you guys. From their bio: The name, Mambo Jazz Kings, makes you wonder what to expect, but the performance leaves no doubt! ‘Have Soul Will Travel’ is our motto. The founder and leader of this entertainment package is Art Lopez. He has put together a great group of musicians, each having their own style and
appeal. When these individuals take the stage together, though, the chemistry is magic, and you can be assured it will be hard to keep your seat. Island Guide: Where is everyone from? Art: Galveston/ Houston and the surrounding areas. We are locals to this area. It has had our hearts for a long time. Island Guide: How did you guys all meet? There are a lot of members so there must be several cool connections. Art: We met throughout the music circuit. Many musicians often provide me their resumes as we meet at various performances. That is how we met and formed our current line up. Island Guide: How long have you been together as a band? Art: Wow, this dates me! We’ve been together for 31 years. The original band formed in 1985. Island Guide: How did everyone get started in music? And who were your influences, when, where, ages, etc… Art: All of our musicians and singers are educated musicians. They started in school and continued learning music even though most were different styles and genres of music. We all stem from various types of Jazz, R&B, Soul/ Funk, and the Big Band Era. We like to joke that it is in our blood. Island Guide: Do you play originals and/or cover tunes? Both? Art: No, we only play cover tunes. This band entertains as a hobby. We have promotional CD’s that we give away as samples of the cover music that we play. Island Guide: How long have you been playing in Galveston? Art: Since the beginning: 1985. The Mambo Jazz Kings are Galveston home-grown and well respected. Island Guide: What do Galveston and your Galveston fans mean to you? Art: Our fans on the Island are the love of our life. We always have a energetic and loyal crowd. We cherish our Galveston fans. Island Guide: Where else do you play? Areas, tour any? Festivals? Art: We play mostly in Galveston and Harris County at club performances, festivals, and concerts, plus, we play several Mardi Gras Festival concerts in La Porte and Port Arthur, which are always fun. Island Guide: Is there anywhere that you simply love to perform or that stand out that you have played? Art: The Annual Galveston Mardi Gras concert is always our favorite. The crowd is amazing, and they really love our sound. Island Guide: Was there a point in your life
Let’s Dance with Mickey Hobbs
Written by Joanna Yates, Photo by Sharis DeJaynes
On any given day there’s so much going on in Galveston that it’s hard to decide what to do, where to go, and who to see. One thing that you can count on, however, is the thriving music scene that is taking the island by storm. There is always great live music to be found all over the island. The Historic Downtown/Strand District is a thrilling area because you can literally walk or dance your way from one venue to the next and get your fill of great music! Just follow the beat, and you’ll likely find what you’re looking for. One must-see area is Pier 21 off Harborside Drive. It’s like an amusement park of excitement and entertainment where one can enjoy world-class seafood, Italian food, and Greek food within steps of each other, while enjoying the view of the active Port of 20 • GalvestonIslandGuide.com
where you decided that playing music was going to be your career? Tell me the story of how that decision came about. Art: Growing up in the 60’s in my Galveston neighborhood, (Stephen F. Austin School District), this was a time of neighborhood musicians. All the kids played music, and our elders guided us and coached us to continue our musical venture. It was in 1967 while attending Stephen F. Austin Jr. High School that I started my first band, MG & the Soul Seven. After that, I never looked back, and I have been playing music ever since. Island Guide: What has been the biggest challenge as a band to overcome? Art: Personnel turnover is always a challenge. People come and go. Island Guide: What advice would you offer people who are just starting out, either individually or as a band? Art: Take the right approach; learn all you can in school (proper music instruction) and take piano lessons. This is the root of all music. Island Guide: If you could pick one band to see live, living or dead, who would it be? Art: Tower of Power! Island Guide: What was the first album you remember purchasing? Art: (laughs) “Meet the Beatles,” (1965) and “Bump City” by Tower of Power (1969). Island Guide: What is the ultimate direction for the band for the future? Art: That’s simple, to keep entertaining at our live performances, locally, nationally and if possible, internationally. Island Guide: Anything else you would like people to know about your band? Art: Just remember our slogan, “Have SoulWill Travel.” Island Guide: Any big announcements for the fall and 2017 - like tours, new music, etc? Art: We are going on a cruise! Monday-Saturday, November 13th-18th, 2017, on Carnival Cruise Lines Liberty, we will be playing for the “Tejano, Brown-Eyed Soul Musical Cruise.” The cruise leaves Galveston to Cozumel, Progresso, and the Mexican Riviera. Now this will be fun! Island Guide: Anyone you want to thank or acknowledge? Art: We’d like to thank Mike Mejia of the “Outcast,” Danny Smith of “The Evertones,”
Galveston. You are certain to see dolphins frolicking in the ship channel and playing in the wake of cruise ships as they leave port. If you are lucky enough to find yourself at Pier 21 on Wednesdays, be sure to join the locals as they fill the bar for happy hour at Nonno Tony’s Seafood Kitchen for the amazing sounds of Mickey Hobbs. A local Houstonian, Mickey has been entertaining folks in the greater Houston area with his unique style for more than twenty years and has a huge Galveston following. With his diverse style, Mickey is able to sing all genres of music from blues and country to R&B and soul. Mickey covers music from the 40’s to present day, and with a library of more than one thousand songs, you can bet he has your favorite and will gladly sing it for you. When crooning Frank Sinatra songs, Mickey takes you back in time to the days of the glamorous dinner clubs in Las Vegas and Galveston’s historical Balinese Room, where Frank himself performed. Mickey then brings you back and has you on your feet dancing to old favorites from the Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, Doobie Brothers, and the Eagles. You’ll sway to the soulful sounds of Luther Vandross, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, and Prince. Then just as suddenly find yourself doing the twist to Chubby Checker. One minute “you be jammin” to Bob Marley and the next trying to keep step line-dancing. The emotions and memories that he evokes will flow through you as he sings one after another of the great classics that you grew up with. He’ll take you back to your high school prom
Emilio Castillo of “Tower of Power,” all of my family, and of course, my wife Monica, who has been so supportive in my music endeavor since we met. Island Guide: How can people access your calendar and music? Art: You can find us, Mambo Jazz Kings, at mambojazzkingslive.com; and on Facebook at facebook.com/mjkings. Island Guide: Any last words? Art: I just want to thank all of our family, friends, and fans for so much ‘LUV’ since 1985. Even though we are now a little older, with a little less on top, and a little more around the middle, we can still get down and jam with the best. I can’t wait to see you all at our shows! The Mambo Jazz Kings upcoming shows are: • Saturday, November 5th, 5-9pm, Kemah Boardwalk Plaza Stage, Concert – Salute to Veterans, Kemah • Friday, November 25th, 9pm-1am, Roger’s Bar & Grill, 1271 FM 518 East (Deke Slayton Hwy), League City • Saturday, November 26th, 9pm-1am, Friends Pub, 2407 W. Parkwood Ave., Friendswood • Saturday, December 3rd, 9:30pm-1:30am, B. Jiggers Holiday Inn, Galveston, 49th and Seawall Blvd. • Saturday, December 10th, 9pm-1am, Roger’s Bar & Grill, 1271 FM 518 East (Deke Slayton Hwy), League City • Saturday, December 17th, 9:30pm-1am, Bubba’s at The Causeway, Tiki Island/Galveston • Friday, December 30th, 9pm-1am, Jackie’s Brick House, 1053 FM-2094 E, Clear Lake Shores • Saturday, January 7th, 2017, 9pm-1am, Roger’s Bar & Grill, 1271 FM 518 East (Deke Slayton Hwy), League City • Saturday, January 14th, 2017, 9:30-1am, Bubba’s at The Causeway, Tiki Island/Galveston • Saturday, January 21st, 2017, 8pm-12am, Annual Commodore’s Ball, Houston Yacht Club, 3620 Miramar Dr, La Porte • Saturday, February 4th, 2017, 9pm-1am, Jackie’s Brick House, 1053 FM-2094 E, Clear Lake Shores • Friday, February 10th, 2017, 9:30pm-1:30am, B. Jiggers Holiday Inn, Galveston, 49th and Seawall Blvd. • Saturday, February 11th, 2017, 6:30pm (DJ) and 7-11:30pm (full band), The Connections of the Heart Gala, Island Carnival, located at Moody Gardens, 1 Hope Blvd., Galveston, Floral Ballroom. • Friday, February 17th, 2017, 8pm-12am, The Annual Krewe of Momus Mardi Gras 2017, President’s Party, located at the Davidson Ballroom, at the Historic Tremont House, 2300 Mechanic St., Galveston • Saturday, February 18th, 2017, 5-9pm, Mardi Gras on Main 2017 Celebration in La Porte, located 400 W. Main St., La Porte • Saturday, February 25th, 2017, Time TBD, Galveston Mardi Gras 2017 Concert Main Stage, located 2300 Strand, Galveston Make sure you come early and grab a seat; this band often plays to standing room only crowds!
and then center stage at your wedding. It’s a rare quality indeed to find a performer who so effortlessly flows from one era to another, while at the same time keeping the energy upbeat and moving. Another island hot spot that Mickey can be found singing in is the Hilton Hotel on the Galveston Seawall. The hotel has a gorgeous view of the Gulf and with a much larger dance floor, you can shake your booty all night long and get a great workout at the same time. Mickey also plays a few weekends a month at the Galveston Country Club. It’s not only his soothing voice, unique talent, and style that keep him busy and in demand, but also the fact that Mickey is a genuinely kind and nice guy. He remembers his fans and always makes sure to sing their favorite songs when they come in. In his free time, he’s a professional lineman for the United States Tennis Association and referees high school basketball. Mickey says he prefers smaller venues like restaurants and private parties because of the intimacy he can share with the guests, and he feels his quality of singing is best when he’s able to relax and let the music flow. He also has a group of talented musicians that he can pull together for duo and trio performances, as well as a full band for weddings, corporate events, and Gala Fundraisers. Mickey is managed by Brinkley Entertainment. To follow Mickey’s performance schedule visit his website at mickeyhobbsmusic.com. There, you can also peruse his song list and have your favorites ready to request the next time you see him.
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Music Gig Guide Friday, November 4th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 The Beach Hut – Zach Tate Band, 7-10 B. Jigger’s – Rapture, 9-1 Bubba’s – Dean Seltzer, 8-12 Club21 – The Spotlights, 8-12 Float – DJ, 9-1 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Jimmy’s On The Pier - Djidala Djembe Drum Circle, 10-1 Lone Star Rally Downtown Stage: Cody Je Hodges Band, 12pm Zach Tate Band, 1:45pm Cowboy-Kid Rock Tribute, 3:30pm Bobby Friss Band, 5:30pm Highway To Hell-AC/DC Tribute, 7:30pm Loverboy, 10pm Beach Central Stage: Chris Colston Band, 12pm Jared Blake, 2pm Jasmine Cain Band, 4pm Ryan Rolando Band, 6pm Badlands House Band, 8pm Hairball, 9:30 Mod Coffee Shop – Christie Glaser, 7-9 Old Quarter – Lowell Adams, 9-1 Rum Shack – Third Stone, 9-1 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Silver Spot Saloon – 98 In The Shade, 9-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Jewford, 8-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Karaoke, 7-11 Woody’s – The New Offenders, 3-7, Steel Penny, 9-1 Yaga’s – Bare Necessity, 10-1
Saturday, November 5th Albatross – Jaredd Reed, 3-6 The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B. Jiggers – Luther & The Healers, 9-1 Bubba’s – Dean Seltzer, 9-1 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Lone Star Rally Downtown Stage: Righteous Hillbillies, 12pm Hillbilly Vegas, 1:45 Ryan Rolando Band, 3:30 Cowboy-Kid Rock Tribute, 5:30pm Bobby Friss Band, 7:30pm Badlands House Band, 10pm Beach Central Stage: 90 Proof Twang, 12pm Creed Fisher Band, 2pm David Allan Coe, 4pm Jasmine Cain Band, 6pm Highway To Hell-AC/DC Tribute, 8pm Hairball, 9:30 Mod Coffee Shop – Christie Glaser, 7-9 Number 13 – Roger Tienken, 6-9 Old Quarter – Jaredd Reed, Smith & Turner, 9-1 Pleasure Pier – Rapture, 5-9 Poop Deck – Satisfied Drive, 9-1 Redfish Pool Bar – Level One Band, 7-11
Rum Shack – Secret Party, 9-1 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Silver Spot Saloon – Zach Tate, 9-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Jewford, 8-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Live Music, 7-11 Woody’s – The New Offenders, 3-7, Steel Penny, 9-1 Yaga’s – Bare Necessity, 10-1
Sunday, November 6th The Beach Hut – Zach Tate Band, Zach Tate, 1-4 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Drunken Monkeyz – Jaredd Reed, 1-4 Float – DJ , 9-1 Hotel Galvez – Joyce Fields 11-2pm, Reg & Cary, 6-10 Huli Huli Hut – Jordan Tydings, 3-7 Lone Star Rally Downtown Stage: Broken Duckfeet, 12pm Ryland Rolando Band, 1:30 David Allan Coe, 3:30 Cody Cooke & The Bayou Outlaws, 5:30 Beach Central Stage: Duke Henry & Way Down South Band, 12pm Ogre, 2pm Shaun Outen Band, 4pm Nonno Tony’s – Danny Kristensen, 4-8 Pleasure Pier – Shadowlands, 1-5 Redfish Pool Bar – DJ, 7-11 Rosie’s – Joe Pena & Friends, 9-1 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, 8-1
Silver Spot Saloon – Open Mic, 7-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 2-6
Monday, November 7th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 Galveston Island Brewing - Monday Night Guys, 6-9 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
Tuesday, November 8th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Rumors Beach Bar – Evan & Rusty, 8-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
Wednesday, November 9th B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 6-9 Nonno Tony’s – Mickey Hobbs, 6-9 Old Quarter – Open Mic, 9-1 Rumors Beach Bar – Evan & Rusty, 8-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
Thursday, November 10th B Jigger’s – The Line Up, 8-11 Island Pier Club – Karaoke, 9-12 Old Quarter – Open Mic, 9-1 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, 8-1 Silver Spot Saloon – Karaoke, 8-12 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
Friday, November 11th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B. Jiggers – P.F. Flyers, 9-1 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Jimmy’s On The Pier - Djidala Djembe
Drum Circle, 10-1 Mod Coffee Shop – Louis Morales, 7-9 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Silver Spot Saloon – The Buzzards, 8-12 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Jewford, 8-11 Stuttgarden – Michael Brim, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Karaoke, 7-11 Yaga’s – DJ Nonstopp, 10-1
Saturday, November 12th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 6-9 The Beach Hut – Zach Tate Band, 9-1 B. Jiggers – Nailers, 9-1 Bubba’s – The Relics, 9-1 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Mod Coffee House – Samuel Barker, 7-9 Number 13 – Roger Tienken, 6-9 Old Quarter – Ruthie Foster, 9-1 Pleasure Pier – Radio Frequency, 5-9 Poop Deck – Satisfied Drive, 9-1 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Silver Spot Saloon – The Hellcats, 9-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Jewford, 8-11 Stuttgarden – Dustin Burt, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Live Music, 7-11 Yaga’s – The Line Up, 10-1
Sunday, November 13th B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Float – DJ Dominic, 9-1 Galveston’s Own Farmers Market –
EVERY SUNDAY: Open Mic Night featuring Keith York, Marty Monte & Jim (Bucky) Pregler from, 7-11PM TUESDAYS PAINTING IN PARADISE LADIES NIGHT EVERY WEDNESDAY KARAOKE EVERY THURSDAY
November 4th - 98 in the Shade November 5th - Zack Tate November 11th - The Buzzards November 12th - The Hellcats November 18th - Soulshine November 19th - 98 in the Shade November 25th - Salty Dog November 26th - 98 in the Shade GalvestonIslandGuide.com • 21
Mystery Loves Company, 8am Hotel Galvez – Joyce Fields, 11-2pm Huli Huli Hut – Jordan Tydings, 3-7 Nonno Tony’s – Danny Kristensen, 4-7 Pleasure Pier – Turning Point, 1-5 Redfish Pool Bar – DJ, 7-11 Rosie’s – Joe Pena & Friends, 9-1 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, 8-1 Silver Spot Saloon – Open Mic, 7-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 2-6
Monday, November 14th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 Galveston Island Brewing - Monday Night Guys, 6-9 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
Tuesday, November 15th B Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Rumors Beach Bar – Evan & Rusty, 8-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
Wednesday, November 16th
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LOCAL’S FAVORITE BAR! NOVEMBER 5TH: B B Q O N T H E PAT I O W I T H J A R E D D R E E D, 1 2 - 7
The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Nonno Tony’s – Mickey Hobbs, 6-9 Rumors Beach Bar – Evan & Rusty, 8-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
Thursday, November 17th B Jigger’s – The Line Up, 8-11 Island Pier Club – Karaoke, 9-12 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, 8-1 Silver Spot Saloon – Karaoke, 8-12 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
Friday, November 18th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B. Jiggers – The Line Up, 9-1 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Jimmy’s On The Pier - Djidala Djembe Drum Circle, 10-1 Mod Coffee Shop – Paper Sparrow, 7-9 Old Quarter – Adam & Chris Carroll, 9-1 Rum Shack – DJ, 9-1 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Silver Spot Saloon – Soulshine, 9-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Jewford, 8-11 Stuttgarden – Smith & Turner, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Karaoke, 7-11 Yaga’s – Prophets & Outlaws, 10-1
Saturday, November 19th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 6-9 B. Jiggers – A Sure Thing, 9-1 Float – DJ, 9-1 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Mod Coffee Shop – Tommy Lewis, 7-9 Pleasure Pier – Kojak Jones, 5-9 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Silver Spot Saloon – 98 In The Shade, 9-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Jewford, 8-11 Stuttgarden – Mike Brim, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Live Music, 7-11 Yaga’s – Knownaschase, 10-1
Sunday, November 20th B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Galveston’s Own Farmers Market – Grifters & Schills, 8am The Grand – Elvis Christmas, 2:30pm Hotel Galvez – Joyce Fields, 11-2pm Huli Huli Hut – Jordan Tydings, 3-7 Pleasure Pier – Zack Person , 1-5 Redfish Pool Bar – DJ, 7-11 Rosie’s – Joe Pena & Friends, 9-1 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, 8-1 Silver Spot Saloon – Open Mic, 7-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 2-6
Monday, November 21st The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-10 Float – DJ Nonstopp, 9-1 Galveston Island Brewing - Monday Night Guys, 6-9 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
Wednesday, November 23rd The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Nonno Tony’s – Mickey Hobbs, 6-9 Rumors Beach Bar – Evan & Rusty, 8-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
Thursday, November 24th B. Jiggers – The Line Up, 9-1 Float – DJ, 9-1 Island Pier Club – Karaoke, 9-12 Old Quarter – Open Mic, 9-1 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, 8-1 Silver Spot Saloon – Karaoke, 8-12 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
Friday, November 25th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 B. Jiggers – Secret Party, 9-1 Float – DJ, 9-1 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Jimmy’s On The Pier - Djidala Djembe Drum Circle, 10-1 Mod Coffee Shop – Jim Presley, 7-9 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Silver Spot Saloon – Salty Dog, 8-12 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Jewford, 8-11 Stuttgarden – Smith & Turner, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Karaoke, 7-11 Yaga’s – The Line Up, 10-1
Saturday, November 26th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 6-9 B. Jiggers – 11th Hour, 9-1 Float – DJ, 9-1 Hotel Galvez – Reg & Cary, 5-10 Mod Coffee Shop – Robert Kuhn, 7-9 Number 13 – Roger Tienken, 6-9 Old Quarter – Danny Brooks, 9-1 Pleasure Pier – City Nights, 5-9 Rum Shack – J Metro, 9-1 Shearn’s Lounge – Steve Newsom, 7-11 Silver Spot Saloon – 98 In The Shade, 9-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 Stella’s Piano Bar at Havana Alley - Little Jewford, 8-11 Stuttgarden – Jeremy Kilgore, 7-11 Tremont House – Trio Du Jour, 6-10 West End Restaurant – Live Music, 7-11 Yaga’s – Dalton Domino, 10-1
Sunday, November 27th B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Float – DJ Dominic, 9-1 The Grand – The Priests, 7pm Hotel Galvez – Joyce Fields, 11-2pm Huli Huli Hut – Jordan Tydings, 3-7 Pleasure Pier – Secret Party Band, 1-5 Rosie’s – Joe Pena & Friends, 9-1 Rumors Beach Bar – Karaoke, 8-1 Silver Spot Saloon – Open Mic, 7-11 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 2-6
Monday, November 28th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-10 Float – DJ Nonstopp, 9-1 Galveston Island Brewing - Monday Night Guys, 6-9 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
Tuesday, November 29th B Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Rumors Beach Bar – Evan & Rusty, 8-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
Wednesday, November 30th The Bar at the San Luis – Angelo Tolentino, 7-11 Beerfoot – Dem, 8-12 B. Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Nonno Tony’s – Mickey Hobbs, 6-9 Rumors Beach Bar – Evan & Rusty, 8-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2 To list your band’s or bar’s live music, go to:
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B Jiggers – Karaoke, 8-12 Rumors Beach Bar – Evan & Rusty, 8-1 Sound Bar – Karaoke, 9-2
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