Saturday, September 30, 2017

Galveston Island 2017 Halloween & Fall Events

Halloween is such a fun time here in Galveston! Here is the Galveston Island Halloween Event Calendar for 2017! Make sure you click on the links for more information on any activity you are interested in!

Halloween 2017



Galveston is such a great place for Halloween! The history and ambiance of the island is unmatched. There are ghost tours on foot, boat, and wheels! There are so many fun kids activities and Halloween festivals. Try them all or one! You won't be disappointed. Happy Halloween!



Groupon Local Deals

Here are the Groupon Galveston Deals! Scroll through to find Groupons for ghost tours, picture packages, and tours!
(GIK Affiliated Link)



Please let me know if I missed anything or you have an activity to add!!!!

Sunday, September 24, 2017

Galveston Island Kids Weekly Events & Activities Rundown Sept 25th-Oct 1st

Here is the Galveston Island weekly events & activities rundown for Sept 25th-Oct 1st 2017! Make sure you click on the links for more information on any activity you are interested in!


Weekly Events & Activities Sept 25th-Oct 1st

It's the last week in September and fall is upon us!! Well, sort of. It's going to be a real fun week! On Tuesday, Bluebonnet Nominee Author Crystal Allen will be at Rosenberg Library to share her story. The Galveston Island Shrimp Festival starts on Friday and continues through Saturday. This weekend Galveston is offering a "Galveston Cares" weekend to support Hurricane Harvey relief efforts. Beaches, trolleys, and seawall parking will all be free and there will be discounted admission to a number of other places! Make sure to visit the website for information on everything! Also on Saturday you can check out the Galveston Battle on the Bay, Family Beach Challenge at East Beach, and Edible Creepy Crawlies walk at Galveston Island State Park. Have a great week!


Galveston Island Kids News 
*The October calendar will be updated soon with all your Halloween happenings! If you have a special Halloween event to add, please send it along!
*The September calendar is all updated! Check it out HERE.

If you have an event that needs added, please email (galvestonislandkids@gmail.com) or Facebook message me - facebook.com/galvestonislandkids. You can also tweet us now @Galveston_Kids or follow on Instagram @galvestonislandkids. As you scroll through the calendar, just click on each activity to read more about it and find the link. Please let me know if there is an event I missed that you would like added! 



Groupon of the Week

Here is the Groupon of the week for you! 



Ongoing Events & Activities

Galveston Children's Museum
       Mommy, Daddy & Me 10am and Storytime 11am (Tues-Fri)   GCM Calendar

McGuire Dent Recreation Center
       *Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered.  Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! McGuire Dent Recreation Center
       Youth Time (Daily 3-6pm)
       Family Fun Time (Daily 5-8pm)

Wright Cuney Recreation Center

       *Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered.  Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! Wright Cuney Recreation Center
       Youth Time (Daily 3-6pm)
       Family Fun Time (Daily 5-8pm)
       Latin Dance (Daily 5-5:30pm)

From the HeART Gallery
       Children's Art Classes 3-7pm (Every Friday & Saturday)
       *Children's Art Classes every Friday 3-5pm & 5-7pm and Saturday 3-6pm. For ages 6-14. $20 per class, all art supplies provided, as well as healthy snacks and drinks. Tremont Art Classes
       Mommy & Me Classes 3-5pm (First Sunday of Every Month)
       *Come be a kid with your kids and let your infants and toddlers enjoy some sensory activities while creating fun and cute pieces of art. The class is over in 2 hours, but the memories will last a lifetime!  Call to reserve a space, $20 per class, all art supplies, snacks and drinks included.

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.  Clay Cup Events

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 


Seeding Galveston 33rd & Ave N 
33rd & Ave N
       Seeding Galveston Farmer's Market 8:30-11am (Wed)
       *Seeding Galveston is a Texas non-profit corporation whose purpose is to create a sustainable agricultural program to benefit community residents, Galveston Island food banks, and the needy, and to promote and teach sustainable farm techniques, nutritional food choices, culinary careers and community service. Join them every Wednesday for a market to purchase fresh fruits and veggies.  Seeding Galveston 

McDonalds 
Broadway, 61st Street, Seawall
       McFamily Nights
       * Join McDonalds with your family for dinner! The three locations on the island host various themed family nights on Thursday nights. Check their Facebook events for the theme that week!

Sea Star 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

Let me know if I missed anything!!!!

Sunday, September 17, 2017

Galveston Island Kids Weekly Events & Activities Rundown Sept 17th-24th

Here is the Galveston Island weekly events & activities rundown for Sept 17th-24th 2017! Make sure you click on the links for more information on any activity you are interested in!


Weekly Events & Activities Sept 17th-24th

I hope everyone had a great week! It's a pretty quiet week. The teens can check out a crafting workshop on Friday at Rosenberg Library. On Saturday there is the Kids 2 Fish Tournament for the little anglers out there! You can also join in on Insect Safari or Paint Party at Galveston Island State Park. The 3rd Annual Island Girl Triathlon is on Sunday and girls 8 years and older are welcome to compete! Have a nice week!


Galveston Island Kids News 
*The September calendar is all updated! Check it out HERE.

If you have an event that needs added, please email (galvestonislandkids@gmail.com) or Facebook message me - facebook.com/galvestonislandkids. You can also tweet us now @Galveston_Kids or follow on Instagram @galvestonislandkids. As you scroll through the calendar, just click on each activity to read more about it and find the link. Please let me know if there is an event I missed that you would like added! 



Groupon of the Week

Here is the Groupon of the week for you! 
(GIK Affiliated Link)

Take a break with a Red Box rental!

$10 or $20 eGift Cards for Movie Rentals at Redbox (Up to 40% Off)




Ongoing Events & Activities

Galveston Children's Museum
       Mommy, Daddy & Me 10am and Storytime 11am (Tues-Fri)   GCM Calendar

McGuire Dent Recreation Center
       *Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered.  Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! McGuire Dent Recreation Center
       Youth Time (Daily 3-6pm)
       Family Fun Time (Daily 5-8pm)

Wright Cuney Recreation Center

       *Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered.  Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! Wright Cuney Recreation Center
       Youth Time (Daily 3-6pm)
       Family Fun Time (Daily 5-8pm)
       Latin Dance (Daily 5-5:30pm)

From the HeART Gallery
       Children's Art Classes 3-7pm (Every Friday & Saturday)
       *Children's Art Classes every Friday 3-5pm & 5-7pm and Saturday 3-6pm. For ages 6-14. $20 per class, all art supplies provided, as well as healthy snacks and drinks. Tremont Art Classes
       Mommy & Me Classes 3-5pm (First Sunday of Every Month)
       *Come be a kid with your kids and let your infants and toddlers enjoy some sensory activities while creating fun and cute pieces of art. The class is over in 2 hours, but the memories will last a lifetime!  Call to reserve a space, $20 per class, all art supplies, snacks and drinks included.

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.  Clay Cup Events

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 

McDonalds 
Broadway, 61st Street, Seawall
       McFamily Nights
       * Join McDonalds with your family for dinner! The three locations on the island host various themed family nights on Thursday nights. Check their Facebook events for the theme that week!

Sea Star 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

Let me know if I missed anything!!!!

Sunday, September 10, 2017

Galveston Island Kids Weekly Events & Activities Rundown Sept 11th-17th

Here is the Galveston Island weekly events & activities rundown for Sept 11th-17th 2017! Make sure you click on the links for more information on any activity you are interested in!


Weekly Events & Activities Sept 11th-17th

I hope everyone is starting to return to their new normal following Harvey. My prayers are with all of Florida as they currently battle Irma. I know many Houston area families are still in the process of rebuilding and getting through this. Please let me know if you know of a family or individual still needing help and I will do all I can to assist in an way possible! The weather is getting cooler here which makes for some real enjoyable activities! Please keep in mind to check to make sure the activity is still on as some businesses are still recovering. Storytime is suppose to be starting up on Monday with an extra special Baby Time at the library. I haven't heard if this is still on as the library is still getting on their feet from Harvey. Tuesday is the monthly SMART Family Literacy party at The Spot and Thursday is Family Free Night at The Children's Museum! NOAA (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration) will have their ship Oregon II docked at Pier 21 on Friday and will be giving FREE tours!! On Saturday, check out Fiestas Patrias at Saengerfest Park or Paint Party at Galveston Island State Park. Sunday is the Captain Kids Triathlon at Moody Gardens. Make sure to register if you haven't already! Keep strong Galveston - have an awesome week! 


Galveston Island Kids News 
*The September calendar is all updated! Check it out HERE.

If you have an event that needs added, please email (galvestonislandkids@gmail.com) or Facebook message me - facebook.com/galvestonislandkids. You can also tweet us now @Galveston_Kids or follow on Instagram @galvestonislandkids. As you scroll through the calendar, just click on each activity to read more about it and find the link. Please let me know if there is an event I missed that you would like added! 



Groupon of the Week

Here is the Groupon of the week for you! 
(GIK Affiliated Link)

Take a break with a Red Box rental!

$10 or $20 eGift Cards for Movie Rentals at Redbox (Up to 40% Off)




Ongoing Events & Activities

Galveston Children's Museum
       Mommy, Daddy & Me 10am and Storytime 11am (Tues-Fri)   GCM Calendar

McGuire Dent Recreation Center
       *Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered.  Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! McGuire Dent Recreation Center
       Youth Time (Daily 3-6pm)
       Family Fun Time (Daily 5-8pm)

Wright Cuney Recreation Center

       *Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered.  Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! Wright Cuney Recreation Center
       Youth Time (Daily 3-6pm)
       Family Fun Time (Daily 5-8pm)
       Latin Dance (Daily 5-5:30pm)

From the HeART Gallery
       Children's Art Classes 3-7pm (Every Friday & Saturday)
       *Children's Art Classes every Friday 3-5pm & 5-7pm and Saturday 3-6pm. For ages 6-14. $20 per class, all art supplies provided, as well as healthy snacks and drinks. Tremont Art Classes
       Mommy & Me Classes 3-5pm (First Sunday of Every Month)
       *Come be a kid with your kids and let your infants and toddlers enjoy some sensory activities while creating fun and cute pieces of art. The class is over in 2 hours, but the memories will last a lifetime!  Call to reserve a space, $20 per class, all art supplies, snacks and drinks included.

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.  Clay Cup Events

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 

McDonalds 
Broadway, 61st Street, Seawall
       McFamily Nights
       * Join McDonalds with your family for dinner! The three locations on the island host various themed family nights on Thursday nights. Check their Facebook events for the theme that week!

Sea Star 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

Let me know if I missed anything!!!!

Monday, September 4, 2017

Galveston Island Kids Weekly Events & Activities Rundown Sept 4th-10th

Here is the Galveston Island weekly events & activities rundown for Sept 4th-10th 2017! Make sure you click on the links for more information on any activity you are interested in!


Weekly Events & Activities Sept 4th-10th

What a whirlwind couple of weeks. My heart goes out to every individual and family that was affected by Harvey and the devastation it caused. It's been so inspiring to see how our island responded and jumped right in to help. We truly live in an amazing city! If you know of a family needing help, please contact me and I will try my best to assist them in getting it. There are many organizations and individuals on the island that are pulling together to make sure no one gets forgotten! As we are all recovering from Harvey and school is starting up, activities are quieter than normal. But the island and surrounding areas are keeping the resilience and many activities are still happening this weekend. Sometimes, in tragedy like this, just a simple break with a fun activity can do wonders for those involved! On Saturday, the kids can join the Daily News Press Run for a fun 1k. It's also Family Day at Ocean Star and Music Nite on the Strand with the Fab 5! If you have a Beat Bugs fan, this one is perfect for them! Galveston Island State Park has also started up their Insect Safari hikes for the fall. Finally, Artwalk is Saturday night, rescheduled from Aug 26th. Love to you all - have a great week. #TexasStrong

Galveston Island Kids News 
*The September calendar is all updated! Check it out HERE.

If you have an event that needs added, please email (galvestonislandkids@gmail.com) or Facebook message me - facebook.com/galvestonislandkids. You can also tweet us now @Galveston_Kids or follow on Instagram @galvestonislandkids. As you scroll through the calendar, just click on each activity to read more about it and find the link. Please let me know if there is an event I missed that you would like added! 



Groupon of the Week

Here is the Groupon of the week for you! 
(GIK Affiliated Link)

Take a break with a Red Box rental!

$10 or $20 eGift Cards for Movie Rentals at Redbox (Up to 40% Off)




Ongoing Events & Activities

Galveston Children's Museum
       Mommy, Daddy & Me 10am and Storytime 11am (Tues-Fri)   GCM Calendar

McGuire Dent Recreation Center
       *Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered.  Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! McGuire Dent Recreation Center
       Youth Time (Daily 3-6pm)
       Family Fun Time (Daily 5-8pm)

Wright Cuney Recreation Center

       *Every day from 3-6pm at McGuire Dent Recreation Center & Wright Cuney Recreation Center is youth time - a variety of activities are offered.  Please call for more information regarding any of the activities offered! Wright Cuney Recreation Center
       Youth Time (Daily 3-6pm)
       Family Fun Time (Daily 5-8pm)
       Latin Dance (Daily 5-5:30pm)

From the HeART Gallery
       Children's Art Classes 3-7pm (Every Friday & Saturday)
       *Children's Art Classes every Friday 3-5pm & 5-7pm and Saturday 3-6pm. For ages 6-14. $20 per class, all art supplies provided, as well as healthy snacks and drinks. Tremont Art Classes
       Mommy & Me Classes 3-5pm (First Sunday of Every Month)
       *Come be a kid with your kids and let your infants and toddlers enjoy some sensory activities while creating fun and cute pieces of art. The class is over in 2 hours, but the memories will last a lifetime!  Call to reserve a space, $20 per class, all art supplies, snacks and drinks included.

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.  Clay Cup Events

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 

McDonalds 
Broadway, 61st Street, Seawall
       McFamily Nights
       * Join McDonalds with your family for dinner! The three locations on the island host various themed family nights on Thursday nights. Check their Facebook events for the theme that week!

Sea Star 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

Let me know if I missed anything!!!!