Sunday, November 26, 2017

Galveston Island Kids Weekly Events & Activities Rundown Nov 27th-Dec 3rd

Here is the Galveston Island weekly events & activities rundown for Nov 27th-Dec 3rd 2017! Make sure you click on the links for more information on any activity you are interested in!


Weekly Events & Activities Nov 27th-Dec 3rd

I can't believe we are heading into December! It seems as if this year flew by. This week will be lots of fun!  Monday night Rosenberg Library is having an Arctic Friends theme for family night. And make sure you stop by through the week for the Holiday Story Countdown! If you haven't seen the Festival of Lights at Moody Gardens yet, Thursday is a great day since it is Food Drive Thursday! Bring a non-perishable food item and receive a special two-for-one admission discount. Friday night is Lights of Love at Ronald McDonald House of Galveston and Dickens on the Strand kicks off as well and runs through Sunday! On Saturday, build a gingerbread house at Home Depot, catch a performance of "A Christmas Carol", or take a Full Moon Hike at Galveston Island State Park! Your December calendar is all updated and is linked below. Happy December!! 

Galveston Island Kids News 
*SANTA SIGHTINGS HERE!!
*The December calendar is all updated! Check it out HERE.
*If you want to see a calendar with just holiday events, your holiday calendar is 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! 




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!!!!

Tuesday, November 21, 2017

Galveston Island Kids 2017 Holiday Event Calendar

Here is the Galveston Island 2017 Holiday Event Calendar! Make sure you click on the links for more information on any activity you are interested in!


2017 Holiday Event Calendar

The island is kicking off Winter Wonder Island for 2017! There are so many great activities and opportunities to get in the holiday mood! There are tree lightings, festivals, shows, lights, classes and more! Scroll through the calendar and start planning your holidays! Just interested in where you can see Santa? I have a quick guide right here! As you scroll through the calendar, just click on each activity to read more about it and find the link. I'm adding activities all the time, so check back often!!

Groupon Local Deals

Here are the Groupon Galveston Deals! Scroll through to find Groupons for discounted pricing on area holiday happenings!
(GIK Affiliated Link)



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

Sunday, November 19, 2017

Galveston Island Kids Weekly Events & Activities Rundown Nov 20th-26th

Here is the Galveston Island weekly events & activities rundown for Nov 20th-26th 2017! Make sure you click on the links for more information on any activity you are interested in!


Weekly Events & Activities Nov 20th-26th

Happy Thanksgiving week! Lots of fun things to do as the kids are off school. Clay Cup Studios has Art Camp this week or you can take some cooking classes with the Kitchen Chick. Tuesday night Rosenberg Library is having a Star Party with Ranger Lisa! If you want to skip the shopping on Friday, you can head to Clay Cup for Family Stocking Board Art or join Galveston Island State Park for Winter Birding 101. Friday night is the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at Hotel Galvez. On Saturday, make an ornament at Home Depot then head downtown in the evening for Hendley Green Holiday Kick Off and Tree Lighting and Downtown Lanterns and Lights Opening Weekend with Chinese Acrobats. HAPPY THANKSGIVING!! 

Galveston Island Kids News 
*SANTA SIGHTINGS HERE!!
*The November 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)

 Christmas Wonderland is playing at The Grand this week!

41% Off "Christmas Wonderland"




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!!!!

Friday, November 17, 2017

Galveston Island 2017 Santa Sightings

Here is a quick rundown of where you can find Santa throughout the island this Holiday season! It's sorted by earlier to latest. Check back often! I will add events as they pop up through December. Happy Santa hunting!!

Santa Sightings 2017

Moody Gardens - Festival of Lights
    DATES: Nov 11th-Dec 23rd
    Santa will be at Moody Gardens for pictures on weekends from Nov 11th-Dec 9th and daily from Dec 15th-23rd.  Santa @ Moody

Hendley Green Holiday Tree Lighting
    DATES: Nov 25th
    Santa Claus will be taking time out of his busy schedule to join Hendley Green Holiday Tree Lighting on Saturday, November 25th. Bring the kiddos down to meet the big man and take a free photo from 4-5pm. And they will have beer for the parents from 2-6pm! Santa @ Hendley Green

Edna's Room at The Grand 1894 Opera House
    DATES: Nov 25th
    Santa will be at The Grand in Edna's Room during the Holiday Art Market. Santa @ The Grand

Ronald McDonald Lights of Love
      DATES: Dec 1st
      Ronald McDonald House Galveston presents its 12th annual Lights of Love event on Friday, December 1st from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. There will be refreshments, games and pictures taken with Santa.... And let's not forget the Holiday Silent Auction. Santa @ Lights of Love
    
Pleasure Pier - Cheer on the Pier
       DATE: Dec 3rd-30th
       Spend your Saturdays at the Pleasure Pier with Santa! Families can watch holiday movies, enjoy kids activities and rides! Activities at Santa’s Workshop are from 12pm-4pm and include photos with Santa, letters to Santa and cookie decorating. Holiday movies are from 7pm to 9pm. Operating hours are 11am-9pm. Santa @ Pleasure Pier

Galveston Children's Museum
       DATE: Dec 7th
       Join Galveston Children's Museum on Thursday, December 7th from 4-7 PM for a night of family fun! Kids can tell Santa their Christmas wishes and take a free photo. (Don't forget to bring your own camera!) The event includes an appearance by Santa Claus from 5:30-6:30 PM, holiday crafts and lots of hands-on play. Santa @ Pleasure Pier

The Strand
      DATES: Dec 9th, 16th & 23rd
      Santa will be at the Strand downtown for pictures!  Santa @ The Strand

Tom Thumb Nursery - Santa Paws
     DATE: Dec 9th
     Get your picture taken with your pet and Santa at Tom's Thumb Nursery from 11-3. Proceeds support the Galveston Island Humane Society.  All proceeds from the pics will benefit the Humane Society.   Santa @ Tom Thumb

Moody Gardens Restaurant - Breakfast with Santa
    DATES: Dec 9th, 16th
    Santa Claus is busy making his list, and checking it twice, and guests at Moody Gardens still have two chances to meet the jolly man in person to make sure they're on the nice list this Christmas. Enjoy a mouth-watering breakfast buffet inside The Garden Restaurant with Saint Nick himself.  Take home a photo of you, Santa and Moody Gardens' Ollie the Otter. It's the perfect souvenir! Space is limited so make your reservation early! Tickets are $25 for adults and $12 for children ages 5-12. Children age 4 and younger can enter for free. While you're here, journey through the rainforests of the world inside ICE LAND: Rainforest Holiday, enjoy Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer inside our 4D Special FX Theater and don't miss out on ice skating and the Arctic Slide.  Santa @ Moody

Bubba Gump - Breakfast with Santa
    DATES: Dec 9th
    Bring your wish list, camera and your appetite! Santa Clause is sneaking away from the North Pole for a very merry breakfast buffet! Get in the spirit with: Raffles with cool prizes, fun activities for the kids, holiday music, and special appearance from Santa Clause & Shrimp Louie! Call 409-766-4952 for details. Bubba Gump

Bryan Museum - Holiday Delights 
    DATES: Dec 9th
    You and your family are cordially invited to join us for Holiday Delights at The Bryan Museum presented by Moody National Bank! Visit Santa Claus on the porch between 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Enjoy live music, hot chocolate, and cookies in the sculpture garden between 11:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. and much more! 10% OFF Museum Memberships! (offer valid if purchased during the event) Bryan Museum

Hotel Galvez - Brunch With Santa
     DATES:  10th, 17th, 24th
     Sunday Brunch with Santa offers children the opportunity to personally speak with Kris Kringle and share their Christmas wishes as their families enjoy a grand dining experience at one of the best brunches in the State of Texas. The hotel's annual holiday gingerbread display is in place for guests to view while listening to traditional holiday favorites being played on the lobby piano. Advance reservations are recommended. For reservations, book via Open Table or call (409) 765-7721. For Christmas Eve, please book direct with the hotel. Santa @ Galvez

Sea Star Base Galveston - Jingle on the Base
      DATE: Dec 13th
      Come celebrate the holidays at Sea Star Base Galveston! Guest star, Santa Claus, will be here there for pictures and holiday cheer. Fun games, holiday music, crafts, cookies, hot chocolate, movies, and more! FREE event, kindly accepting donations. Official drop off location for Toys For Tots.  Santa @ Railroad Museum

Galveston Railroad Museum - Santa Train
      DATE: Dec 16th
      Santa is coming to town! Come see Santa and his helpers arrive aboard the Harborside Express Train. Bring your wish list and visit with Santa in his workshop.Train rides aboard the Harborside Express begin with Santa's arrival!  Santa @ Railroad Museum

Clay Cup Studios - Whimsical Cookie Plates & More
      DATES: Dec 16th
     Parents bring your cameras! Paint a Whimsical Christmas Tree cookie plate with Santa. Each child signed up will get a cookie plate. Additional kiddos can get a plate or they can paint another fun project like a Christmas mug for Santa's Milk. After all he will probably be pretty thirty delivering all those presents :) Make sure to RSVP as soon as you can, space is limited. The project is $25 and includes Santa, all supplies and hot cocoa/cookies.  Santa @ Clay Cup  

Rainforest Cafe - Breakfast with Santa
      DATES: Dec 16th, 23rd
      Enjoy a buffet and Breakfast with Santa and Cha Cha!! There will be raffles, prizes, and crafts! Reservations and tickets required! The kids already love this place - can you imagine Santa there too??    Santa @ Rainforest  

San Luis Resort Blake's Bistro - Breakfast with Santa
      DATE: Dec 17th
      Have breakfast with Santa at Blake's Bistro!  Santa @ San Luis

Saengerfest Park - Santa Hustle 5K and Half Marathon
      DATES: Dec 17th
      Lots of Santas here! This will be people dressed as Santa - I don't think there is an "official" Santa. Jingle all the way through the course with candy and cookies, festive music, creative Christmas images, and so much more, it is all designed to get you in the perfect holiday mood. And to make your jingle tingle, NEW for Santa Hustle this year includes a dri-fit half-zip along with the Santa Hat and Beard and 5K FINISHER MEDAL! Santas @ Santa Hustle



Is Santa going to be somewhere I missed? Please let me know so I can add it here!



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Sunday, November 12, 2017

Galveston Island Kids Weekly Events & Activities Rundown Nov 13th-19th

Here is the Galveston Island weekly events & activities rundown for Nov 13th-19th 2017! Make sure you click on the links for more information on any activity you are interested in!


Weekly Events & Activities Nov 13th-19th

It may seem early but holiday spirit has hit Galveston Island. The Festival of Lights at Moody Gardens has already opened! For Family Fun Night on Monday night Rosenberg Library is having a fairy tale theme! Tuesday night is the monthly FREE SMART Party at The Spot with a mustache theme. The Seaside Treasure Festival at Moody Methodist starts on Friday and that night head over to Clay Cup Studios for glass ornament making. On Saturday, Galveston Arts Center is hosting a free Children's Animal Mask Workshop. You can RSVP on the link provided! Galveston Island State Park is hosting Star Gazing 101 Saturday evening. STOMP is at The Grand both Saturday and Sunday and sounds like a really fun show! Have a fun week!

Galveston Island Kids News 
*I'm working on Santa Sightings post - so please send me any Santa events!
*The November 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!!!!

Saturday, November 4, 2017

Galveston Island Kids Weekly Events & Activities Rundown Nov 6th-12th

Here is the Galveston Island weekly events & activities rundown for Nov 6th-12th 2017! Make sure you click on the links for more information on any activity you are interested in!


Weekly Events & Activities Nov 6th-12th

Happy November! Hope everyone had a great weekend! This week will be a fun week. Monday night Rosenberg Library is having a Glow in the Dark Party! There will be a dedication ceremony for the new Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle Statue on the Seawall on Friday afternoon. Saturday is Family Day at Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum and The Festival of Lights and Iceland Sculptures opens at Moody Gardens! The perfect way to start getting in the mood for the upcoming holidays. Pleasure Pier is also offering Salute to Military all weekend! Happy Veteran's Day to all our military! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!! Have an amazing week!

Galveston Island Kids News 
*The November 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)

A great way to see the Festival of Lights!

Moonlight Kayak Tour of the Festival of Lights for 2 or 4 from Beach Town Tours (Up to 60% 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 


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!!!!