Sunday, July 24, 2016

Galveston Island Kids Weekly Events & Activities Rundown Jul 25th-31st

Here is the Galveston Island weekly events & activities rundown for Jul 25th-31st 2016! Make sure you click on the links for more information on any activity you are interested in!

Weekly Events & Activities Jul 25th-31st

Mon Jul 25th

Rosenberg Library
       Book Smarts 10-11am
       *Emerging readers need lots of practice! This interactive program provides opportunities for new readers to improve their reading skills. For K-2nd graders and their caregivers.
       Paws to Read 11am
       *Reference above under ongoing events for more info!  Rosenberg Library

Moody Garden Convention Center
       The Curt Miller Magic & Comedy Show 1pm, 7:30pm (Daily Aug 4th)
       *Reference below under going events for more info!  Magic Show

Tues Jul 26th

Clay Cup Studios
       Tiny Tot Tuesday (Every Tuesday)
       *Reference below under ongoing events for more info!

Rosenberg Library
       Capture a Moment in History 2:30-5:30pm
       *Decorate a picture frame and write a short story about a favorite memory. Bring a copy of a 5x7 photo to decorate with the Galveston and Texas History Center. Rosenberg Library

Moody Garden Convention Center
       The Curt Miller Magic & Comedy Show 1pm, 7:30pm (Daily Aug 4th)
       *Reference below under going events for more info!  Magic Show

Sealy Pavilion
       Galveston Beach Band 7:30pm
       *Reference below under ongoing events for more info!

Wed Jun 27th

Rosenberg Library
       Storytime 10am & 2:30pm
       *Special Storytime!! Julian Franklin presents "Sport of Champions"
       Attic Tour 2-4pm
       *Teen Summer Reading Club - Take a behind the scenes look at the library's attics and see the hidden treasures of our museum collection. Join us for a craft following the tour. Rosenberg Library

Moody Garden Convention Center
       The Curt Miller Magic & Comedy Show 1pm, 7:30pm (Daily Aug 4th)
       *Reference below under going events for more info!  Magic Show

Thurs Jul 28th  

Moody Garden Convention Center
       The Curt Miller Magic & Comedy Show 1pm, 7:30pm (Daily Aug 4th)
       *Reference below under going events for more info!  Magic Show

Menard Park
       Galveston’s Own Farmers Market 3-7pm
       *Reference above under ongoing events for more info!

Rosenberg Library
       Get in the Game - A Paintastic Program! 2:30pm
       *Can you paint the sky without using the color blue? Stories and a short movie explore the wonders of painting using different techniques and colors--and then enjoy a fun-filled group activity painting a mural for the library using watercolors!
       Paws to Read 6-7pm 
       *Reference above under ongoing events for more info! Rosenberg Library

Palm Beach at Moody Gardens
       Dive in Movie Night 6pm - (Movie starts at dusk)
       *Reference above under ongoing events for more info!   Moody Gardens

Fri Jul 29th

Galveston Arts Center
       Summer Art Program for Kids 9-10am (Ages 5-8), 10:30am-12:30pm (Ages 9-12)
       *Reference above under ongoing events for more info!!

Texas Seaport Museum
       Summer at the Seaport: Set a Sail! 11am
       *Ever wonder what life was like for a sailor in the 19th century? Join Texas Seaport Museum’s volunteer crew in setting a sail at dock on the 1877 Iron Barque ELISSA! Participants will learn the language of seafaring, how to work together as a group and what it took to make it out on the high seas! Tickets for each class are $3 for children under five, $12 for youth aged 6-18 and $15 for adults and available online or by calling 409-763-1877. Summer at the Seaport

Moody Garden Convention Center
       The Curt Miller Magic & Comedy Show 1pm, 7:30pm (Daily Aug 4th)
       *Reference below under going events for more info!  Magic Show

Rosenberg Library
       On Your Mark, Get Set, Fold - Origami! 2:30-5:30pm
       *Try out the ancient art of Japanese paper-folding! Drop in anytime from 2:30-5:30pm  Rosenberg Library

Tremont Gallery
       Children's Art Classes 3-7pm (July - Every Friday)
       *Children's Art Classes every Friday 3-5pm & 5-7pm, $20 per class, all art supplies provided, as well as healthy snacks and drinks. Tremont Art Classes

Galveston Island State Park
All events are free with park admission ($5 person/13 & under free)  GISP Calendar
       Turtle Patrol Jr. 6-7pm  
       *Become a Jr. Ranger and help save the sea turtles! You can become a citizen scientist, and help the park to understand more about the Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle, an endangered species that nests Galveston Island State Park. You will take a stroll down the beach and explore ways to help the environment. Meet at the day use picnic area and begin a short hike down the beach and through the dunes, patrolling for turtles on this easy, evening beach hike. Great for anyone wanted to become a Jr. Ranger. Families, groups, and pets on a leash are welcome. Jr. Ranger Edition focuses on more hands-on and kid-friendly activities and topics.
       Turtle Patrol 7-8pm
       *Become a citizen scientist, and help the park to understand more about the Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle, an endangered species that nests Galveston Island State Park.

Palm Beach at Moody Gardens
       Bands on the Sand 6-10pm
       *Beginning June 4, this live music series runs throughout the summer following each show with fireworks over the Moody Gardens pyramids and Offatts Bayou. Bands on the Sand will be held from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday through August 13.   Moody Gardens

Saturday Jul 30th

East Beach
        Beach Blitz Texas: Youth 9am
       *Beach Blitz Texas is a 5v5 sand soccer tournament on the pristine sands of family friendly Galveston and is part of a 7 tournament beach soccer series on the East Coast. Tournament is open to players/teams U7-U18 with both girls and boys divisions available with recreational, intermediate and competitive groups for each age. The tournament is a one day event, each team plays 4 games guaranteed(30 minutes each) on a field 30 x 40 yards. Winners receive a team trophy and individual medals and runners-up receive medals. Beach Blitz

Seawall & 63rd Street
       Houston Zoo Beach Bash 10am-2pm
       *Houston graffiti artist, GONZO247 will be on the Seawall @ 63rd painting 1 of 5 murals to represent local wildlife with the importance of conservation. Come show your support to the artist and to Galveston Wildlife at the Beach Bash, hosted by the Houston Zoo!  Beach Bash

Sea Scout Base Galveston
       M/V Baysmart Express Public Cruise 12:30-4pm
       *Reference above under ongoing events for more info!

Moody Garden Convention Center
       The Curt Miller Magic & Comedy Show 1pm, 7:30pm (Daily Aug 4th)
       *Reference below under going events for more info!  Magic Show

Galveston Island State Park
All events are free with park admission ($5 person/13 & under free)  GISP Calendar
       Beach Exploration 10-11:30am  
       *Walks led by Galveston Bay Area Texas Master Naturalists - come and make memories with your family and friends.
       Island Survivor 11:30am-12:30pm
       *Game of life and death in paradise for beach safety.Could you survive the wilderness of Galveston Island State Park? This paradise can be harsh for those without beach safety knowledge. Get the basics at this fun game for the whole family! Prizes awarded thanks to the Galveston Island Beach Patrol.
       Sand Castle Contest 2:30-3:30pm
       *Ranger Lisa will clear an area for our contest, and bring some gear for you to use. The park wants to see what kind of castle you can make, so you're invited to spend some time gathering materials, building a structure, and decorating it to your liking! Prizes awarded to participants, but you can enter youth into our Arts in the Parks contest, via the Get to Know website for bigger prizes (ages 0-19yrs): Get to Know  Only sand castles made during the program count. No prior experience or materials needed.

Galveston Children's Museum
       Spectacular Saturday
       *Reference above under ongoing events for more info! GCM Calendar
       Parents Night Out 5:30-9:30pm
       *Enjoy a night out on Galveston Children's Museum! Each group will be supervised with activities, games and dinner! Ages - Potty Trained and up. Price - $35 for 1st child $25 for siblings-includes dinner! (Members receive an additional discount of $5 per child). Please keep in mind, this is not a drop-off event you must register your child in advance.  Parents Night Out

Moody Gardens
       Bands on the Sand  6-10pm
       *Beginning June 4, this live music series runs throughout the summer following each show with fireworks over the Moody Gardens pyramids and Offatts Bayou. Bands on the Sand will be held from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday through August 13.    Moody Gardens

Hendley Green
       Harbors Over Highways Concert 7pm
       *Bring out your blankets and coolers for an evening full of good friends and great live music, featuring Galveston’s own Harbors Over Highways. The free concert will begin at 7 p.m. and is located at the corner of 21st and Strand. In addition to live music, two food trucks (Curbside Sliderz and Predator & Prey Grill) will be on hand for great dining options.  Concert

Sunday Jul 31st

Downtown
       Galveston’s Own Farmers Market 9-1pm
       *Reference above under ongoing events for more info!

Sea Scout Base Galveston
       Schooner Sundays 11-5pm
       *Reference above under ongoing events for more info!

Galveston Island State Park
All events are free with park admission ($5 person/13 & under free)  GISP Calendar
       Bay Exploration 10-11:00am  
       *Tours start at the Nature Learning Center and are led by volunteers from the Galveston Bay Area TX Master Naturalist. Come join the fun of seining, finding out more about fiddler crabs and experience all the bay has to offer.

Moody Garden Convention Center
        The Curt Miller Magic & Comedy Show 1pm, 7:30pm (Daily Aug 4th)
       *Reference below under going events for more info!  Magic Show

Pleasure Pier
       Superhero Movie Night 8:30pm
      *Reference above under ongoing events for more info!

Schlitterbahn Galveston
       Schlitterrific Picnic & Firework Show at Galveston Beachfront 5pm
       *For just $2.00 more, guests have the option to buy the discounted Schlitteriffic Picnic & Firework Show at Galveston Beachfront package online for full day admission or at the gate for afternoon admission and a one-time-through catered picnic dinner to their day. Package includes:
all-Day admission (online only) or afternoon admission (gate Only), one-time-through catered meal, firework show at Galveston beachfront at 9:30 PM. Catered meal is served 5:00-6:30 PM and includes: hot dogs, cheeseburgers, potato chips, frozen dessert or fruit popsicles, sweet tea, lemonade, water and condiments.

37th & Seawall
       Fireworks 9:30pm 
       *The City of Galveston will have a fireworks show!! City of Galveston

Ongoing Events & Activities

Moody Garden Convention Center
       The Curt Miller Magic & Comedy Show 1pm, 7:30pm (Daily until Aug 4th)
       *The Curt Miller Magic & Comedy Show returns to the beautiful Moody Gardens Hotel in Galveston for the 8th great year with many new surprises for 2016! Magician & Illusionist Curt Miller blends dazzling magic, music, and great clean comedy in a theatrical show that will leave your whole family amazed, amused, and most of all, Entertained! A limited number of seats are available, so order your tickets today! Magic Show

Galveston Children's Museum
       Mommy, Daddy & Me 10am and Storytime 11am (Tues-Fri)   
       Spectacular Saturday 12:30-1:30pm (Every Saturday)
       *Additional science or art activity included with admission price. 
GCM Calendar

Rosenberg Library
       Paws to Read 6-7pm (Jun 2nd-Aug 4th - Every Thursday) & 11am-12pm (Jun 13th-Aug 15th - Every Monday)
       *Stop by the Children’s Department and read a story to one of their furry canine friends!
       Storytime  11am & 2:30pm (Jun 8th-Jul 27th - Every Wednesday)
      *Stories, fingerplays, music and puppets shared in a cozy setting. Planned for the individual child and parent or guardian. Special guests include: Arts Alive! on June 8, Dance of the Insects on July 13, and Julian Franklin on July 27    Rosenberg Library

Moody Gardens
       Wings of Wonder Bird Show (Jun 4th-Aug 20th - 12pm, 2pm, & 4pm - Daily)
       *Get up close to owls, falcons, hawks, vultures and a variety of other bird species as you learn about these amazing creatures and their place in nature.
       Bands on the Sand (Jun 4th-Aug 13 - 6-10pm - Every Friday & Saturday)
       *This live music series runs throughout the summer following each show with fireworks over the Moody Gardens pyramids and Offatts Bayou. Admission to each concert is $15 and free for kids three and under. Bands on the Sand will be held from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday through August 13. 
       Dive in Movie Night (Jun 9th-Aug 11th - Every Thursday)
       *Join Moody Gardens every Thursday night at Palm Beach for a family-friendly Dive in Movie! Just $12 after 6 p.m. (included with day passes and memberships). Movie starts at dusk and all pools will remain open with the exception of the Tower Slides. *Please note that specific movie titles will only be promoted onsite due to licensing reasons. All movies selected are family-friendly!         Moody Gardens

Sealy Pavilion
       Galveston Beach Band 7:30pm (Jun 7th- Aug 16th - Every Tuesday)
       *Join the Galveston Beach Band every Tuesday evening this summer beginning June 7th at 7:30 PM for a weekly outdoor summer pop band concert.  Every concert is free and offers great musical entertainment for the entire family! Kids play maracas, do the hokey pokey, and have a parade at the end! Galveston Beach Band

Galveston Arts Center
       Summer Art Program for Kids 9-10am (Ages 5-8), 10:30am-12:30pm (Ages 9-12) (Jun 10th-Aug 12 - Every Friday)
       *Friday morning classes are divided into two age groups: for 5-8 year-olds ($11 per class,) and for 9-12 year-olds ($22 per class.)  Taught by professional, working artists with teaching experience, the classes include topics like painting, printmaking, portraits, sculpture, comics and more.
Art Program

Tremont Gallery
       Children's Art Classes 3-7pm (July - Every Friday)
       *Children's Art Classes every Friday 3-5pm & 5-7pm, $20 per class, all art supplies provided, as well as healthy snacks and drinks. Tremont Art Classes

Pleasure Pier
       Superhero Movie Night 8:30pm (Jun 12-Aug 14 - Every Sunday)
      *Join Pleasure Pier for Superhero Movie Night! Every Sunday enjoy a different super hero movie showing on Stage 25 at the back of the pier.  Superhero Movie Night

Clay Cup Studios
       Tiny Tot Tuesday (Every Tuesday)
       *From now on Tuesday will be Tiny Tot Tuesday at Clay Cup Studios! Bring your child in and for only $10 they can paint their very own tot.  Tiny Tot Tuesday

Downtown/Menard Park 
2508 Post Office or McGuire Dent Recreation Center
       Galveston’s Own Farmers Market 9-1pm (Sun) & 3-7pm (Thurs) (Every Sunday & Thursday)
      *Pick up some local produce and help support local farmers and growers. They usually have a kids corner here and an artist playing some tunes.  Farmers Market 

Sea Scout Base Galveston
       Schooner Sundays 11-5pm (Every Sunday)
       *Get a fresh start to the day and set sail on the Galveston Sea Scout Base's schooner boat during "Schooner Sundays." The massive sailing beauty leaves Offats Bayou just after noon each Sunday and sails out to destinations beyond Galveston causeway. A licensed captain and “spot tracker” is aboard the ship, so you can sit back, relax and enjoy the ride. *Check with website for cost involved*
       M/V Baysmart Express Public Cruise 12:30-4pm (Every Saturday)
       *Looking for something FUN? Hop aboard the M/V Baysmart Express for a 3 hour informative and scenic tour! Watch the pelicans soar over Offatts Bayou as you head into the Intercostal Waterway and pass under the Galveston Causeway Bridge. Be awed at the marine cargo vessels maneuvering in the Galveston and Houston Ship Channels. Dolphins surfacing are always exciting! Departing from and returning to the Sea Scout Base Galveston. Boarding at 12:30 - Departing at 1:00pm. Overflow parking with shuttle service available. Adults: $30 | Kids (Under 12): $20 | Kids 5 and Under: Free  SSB Calendar

Galveston Island Beaches/Locations (Locations Vary)
Artist Boat
       Bucket Brigade Interpretive Beach Tours 9:30am-4:30pm (Tours departing at various times - Daily in the summer)
       *Come spend an hour on a Bucket Brigade Interpretive Beach Tour, and learn about the creatures and features that make Galveston's marine and coastal ecosystems so special! Tours provide free hands-on exploration of questions such as: Why does the water change colors? How is seaweed a good thing? How do I connect to the ocean? The tours are educational and fun for ocean lovers of all ages. Each tour caps at 20 participants, but with multiple tours each day, they welcome individuals and groups. Sign-up for tours is on location, but if your group would like to reserve a tour, email the Bucket Brigade Coordinator at kguidroz@artistboat.org, or call Artist Boat at (409)770-0722. Check out the website for a full schedule and tour times!  Beach Tours
       Kayak Adventure (Tours departing at various times - Daily in the summer)
      *Artist Boat is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting awareness and preservation of coastal margins and the marine environment through the disciplines of the sciences and the arts. There is a cost for each trip! Please check online for location/time of each trip. Book online at Kayak Adventure

Let me know if I missed anything!!!!

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