a monthly publication from the City of Nassau Bay
Dear Friend, Neighbors, and Citizens,
I want to take a few moments to wish each of you a very happy holiday season and a prosperous New Year This is the best time
of the year, when families and friends gather to be with one another and to look forward to what the new year will bring I hope this year each of us makes a point to reach out to meet and greet other neighbors in our community, as we have a number of new citizens in our city
I would also like to thank City Staff and your City Council for their tremendous efforts making our city a great city We are currently installing new water distribution lines throughout the city to increase water pressure, enhance firefighting capabilities, reduce water-break repairs, and maintain a great ISO rating Our Street Rehabilitation Project will replace nine (9) major areas of street paving The water tower will receive much-needed interior structural work, and the entire interior and exterior will be painted for integrity and water-quality improvements The Police Department is constantly maintaining a high-quality level of safety for our residents on the streets, in our parks, and on our waterways for recreational boating This cannot happen without the dedicated work of employees on the ground Lastly, we can all be proud that the redevelopment of two of our most prime commercial locations will occur: the Hilton renovating into a Margaritaville Resort, and Luby’s renovating into a Schafer’s Family Restaurant
The city is thankful for the tremendous volunteer efforts by residents, who dedicate their time to making this a wonderful city to live in The Nassau Bay Volunteer Fire Department has dedicated many hours to ensure proper firefighting through ample training and full certification renewals. The Parks Committee volunteers have worked countless hours planting new flowers, bushes, and trees in our city parks and street medians The Special Events Committee has gone beyond expectations for events such as the 4th of July, Halloween in the Park, and the upcoming Holiday in the Park event, to name just a few
As I reflect on this year’s accomplishments, I could not be more proud of serving you as Mayor of Nassau Bay Please take time with your family to enjoy our beautiful parks, establishments, and lights on our Town Square -- they make great holiday Christmas pictures!
Phil Johnson Mayor City of
Nassau Bay
The annual United States Marine Corps Reserve Unit, Galveston, TX, Toys for Tots drive has been heavily impacted for toy and cash donations for the past three years. All toys collected in Nassau Bay are distributed to needy children throughout our area and extend from the Bay Area to Galveston The USMC Toys for Tots organization has been taking care of local kids for more than 30 years
Every year our Nassau Bay neighbors share love by making a toy donation to USMC TFT Please drop off new, unwrapped toys at our local Nassau Bay businesses. Checks made payable to USMC Toys for Tots are also accepted. For additional information, contact Diana Clark, 281-507-3387
This year is exceptionally hard with so many families losing their jobs or not being paid for the jobs they do Food insecurity is at an alltime high in our area, and these families will have no way to buy toys this Christmas Every dollar or toy donated will go a long way to ensuring every child will have something to enjoy this Christmas
There are hundreds of needy children in our immediate area, ranging from newborns to 17-year-olds. When thoughtfully purchasing donated gifts, teenagers & ages 7-11 age groups are the most often overlooked age groups we take care of.
Many thanks to the Nassau Bay Police Dept , Public Works Dept., City Hall, Nassau Bay Garden Club, CANBE, & Parks Committee for being big supporters of USMC Toys for Tots. VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR INFO ON OUR NEXT EVENT!
HOLIDAY IN THE PARK
It's that wonderful time of the year, again! Nassau Bay's Holiday in the Park will be held on December 13 from 1:30-3:30 pm at David Braun Park The Special Event Committee is excited to bring a festive time with a visit from our friend Santa, with a fun heritage twist fit for Nassau Bay!
Come get your pictures and write your letters to Santa! We will have hot cocoa, cotton candy, face painting, balloon artists, Nassau Bay Rocks, Nassau Bay Garden Club, petting zoo, trackless train, and snow slides! Enjoy the vibes with DJ Christy and wear your decorative sweaters for a chance to win our sweater contest! Don't forget to give your guess at our famous guessing game! What will you be guessing this time?! We can't wait to share the holidays with you!
DECEMBER2025
December2:SpecialEventsCommitteeMeetingat6:00pm December3:ChristmasWreaths,TreeLighting,Crafting, andCarolingat5:30pm
December3:CANBEMeetingat7:00pm December8: CouncilMeetingat7:00pm
December13:HolidayinthePark1:30-3:30pm,Fireworksat6pm, followedbyChristmasBoatParadeat7:30pm December24:ChristmasEve December25:ChristmasDay
CityHallwillbeCLOSEDonWednesday,December24th, andThursday,December25th,inobservanceofChristmas.
Holiday Lighting Assistance
There’s nothing more beautiful that Nassau Bay at night during the holiday season To help make our wonderful community even brighter this season, we’re launching a service to help people who have decorations, but can’t physically do the outdoor decorating themselves, and can’t afford expensive private companies to do it (but if you’re able to make a small donation, we won’t turn it down).
Our elf decorators are not able to tackle difficult and dangerous decorating challenges for safety reasons, but they are ready to get you lit We’re going to decorate on December 6th and 7th, so sign up on the CANBE website at NassauBayCANBE org If you want to become a CANBE Elf that weekend, you can sign up on the website Being an Elf is a great way to make this a brighter more joyful season for everyone
There is still time to register for the Reindeer Fun Run, or become a volunteer, so visit NassauBayCANBE org and join the fun
ST.PAULTHEAPOSTLECATHOLIC CHURCHCHRISTMASMASSTIMES
December24th: 4 PM (Englis
December 25th: 9 AM ( Engl
December 31st: 5 PM (Billin
January 1st: 9 AM (English)
Call parish office for more info
KEEPNASSAUB HOSTS110CCIS
Sunday Mornings
9:00 am Bible Studies (all ages)
10:30 am Worship Service
Wednesdays (Dec. 3 & 10 only)
5:30 pm Family-style Dinner
Followed by studies for ALL ages
Christmas Eve
5:00 pm Candlelight Service
I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord Luke 2:10-11 (ESV)
ST.THOMASTHEAPOSTLE EPISCOPALCHURCH
Christmas Service
The wondrous season of Christmas is approaching, and St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church is providing numerous opportunities to attend services at this wondrous time of the year. On Sunday, December 14, a service of Lessons and Carols will be held at 10:30 am The Longest Night service for those suffering grief will occur on December 21 at 4:00 pm. This service will be followed by a Solstice Labyrinth at 5:00 pm with hot beverages and a bonfire afterwards There are three services scheduled on December 24 to accommodate everyone’s schedules. A Family Service with a spontaneous Christmas pageant will be at 3:30 pm (come at 3:15 pm for a costume), followed by a solemn high mass with harp and choir at 5:00 pm At 9:00 pm, we will have a carol sing with harp and choir, followed by a solemn high mass at 9:30 pm Champagne and chocolates will be served after the late service. Everyone is welcome at our open and inclusive services! St Thomas is located at 18300 Upper Bay Rd in Nassau Bay Please contact the church at 281-333-2384 for further information
Food Distribution for December 2025
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GOLDSCENICCI
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Nassau Bay has officially earned Gold Scenic City Certification from the Scenic City Standards Review Commission
This award recognizes Nassau Bay’s excellence in urban planning, design, and commitment to be a visually appealing and sustainable community
On Saturday, December 6, 2025, St Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church (18300 Upper Bay Dr. in Nassau Bay), will host its monthly food distribution in partnership with the Galveston Food Bank This distribution is available to any individual or family, and there are no restrictions on where you live. In November 2025, we served over 593 people from 100+ cars in just 90 minutes We serve about 35+ lbs of fresh fruit, vegetables, milk, and other items With the cost of food in today’s economy, this service is even more important to people in the area The Galveston Food Bank will arrive in the St Thomas parking lot about 7:45 am, and distribution will begin about 8:00 am until about 9:30 am Community members are always encouraged and welcome to serve with St Thomas volunteers in this ministry For more information, please contact Fr. Mike Stone at rector@sttaec.org. We can do more together!
NASSAUBAYHOMES ASSOCIATION
Annual Assessment Reminder
The 2026 annual assessment for Nassau Bay Homes Association is due by January 1, 2026. Payments received after this date will incur a 6% late fee on the assessed amount You may pay online via PayHOA or by check made payable to Nassau Bay Homes Association (NBHA).
�� Marina Dry Slips Available
Dry slips are currently available for rent at the Nassau Bay Marina These slips can accommodate trailers up to 20 feet in length If you’re interested, please call or text our office at 281333-2570
�� December Meeting Notice
There will be no HOA meeting in December We wish everyone a joyful and relaxing holiday season!
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NASSAUBAYWOMEN’S TENNISASSOCIATION
NBWTA is playing on Thursdays 8:30 AM at Nassau Bay courts We are stay-at-home moms, work-partimers, and retirees, and just celebrated our 50th anniversary last year We are recruiting new players to join our league, up to 4 courts If you are a level 2-ish player and interested in playing with our League, please let me know Our league fee is $25 for each season, fall or spring We are a non-profit league, using our funds for expenses, social events, and donating to the Nassau Bay Animal Shelter every year. If you are interested, call or text Geri, Flight Captain at (832) 736-2962 If you can’t commit as a regular player, you can join us as a sub. No fees for subs
Breakfast with Santa
St Paul Early Childhood Program wishes you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! We are inviting you to join us here at St Paul for ECP’s “Breakfast with Santa” on December 13, 2025, in Beck Hall after the annual Nassau Bay Reindeer Fun Run. Bring your appetite with you for a well-earned pancake breakfast hosted by the Knights of Columbus and our Early Childhood Program Santa will arrive for pictures around 10 am so bring the whole family! Contact Sheri for individual and family pricing. If you are registering for the Reindeer Fun Run, please write in “School: St Paul Early Childhood Program” for the school team award Hope to see you there! Registration for our 2025-2026 program is closed. Program information is available on the website at www stpaulcatholic org under the MDO/PreK tab or call or email Sheri @ 281-333-0176 or szombory@stpaulcatholic org with questions
COMMUNITYHEALTHEVENT
Resolutions to Reality
Join for a 4-hour health fair designed to help you turn your New Year’s goals into lasting results! Explore local health vendors, discover practical wellness tools, and get inspired by an empowering speaker who will help you make 2026 your healthiest year yet
