Your complete guide to Galveston exhibitions and tours, including current press releases, as well as general information. http://www.galveston.com/ Travel Copyright 2010 Galveston.com & Company http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en-us Sun, 19 May 2013 08:36:21 -0500 rss@galveston.com Sun, 19 May 2013 08:36:18 -0500 rss@galveston.com FeedForAll Mac v2.1 (2.1.0.1); http://www.FeedForAll.com/ http://www.galveston.com/galvestonrss/feedforallimage.gif http://www.galveston.com/ 141 141 Subscribe with My Yahoo!Subscribe with NewsGatorSubscribe with My AOLSubscribe with BloglinesSubscribe with NetvibesSubscribe with GoogleSubscribe with PageflakesSubscribe with PlusmoSubscribe with The Free DictionarySubscribe with Bitty BrowserSubscribe with Live.comSubscribe with Excite MIXSubscribe with WebwagSubscribe with Podcast ReadySubscribe with WikioSubscribe with Daily Rotation For over 25 years, the Galveston Art Center has produced ArtWalk on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district. ArtWalk promotes visual art and supports our arts-based community, offering alternative places to see and learn about art.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/SUGJJ-RZ1eQ" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/SUGJJ-RZ1eQ/ http://www.galveston.com/galvestonartscenter/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D103162128 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:39 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/galvestonartscenter/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D103162128 The 2013 Plankowners’ Syndicate Party and Auction gets underway at the Galveston Historical Foundation’s Texas Seaport Museum. Reservations are encouraged!<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/URvkjAKwBv4" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/URvkjAKwBv4/ http://www.galveston.com/texasseaportmuseum/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D105508395 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:38 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/texasseaportmuseum/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D105508395 The Island Market offers a festive monthly outdoor event where local artisans and crafters can showcase their creations for Galveston residents and visitors. There is something for everyone - jewelry, Island photography, artwork, candles, spices and more.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/XFIbpXta1MQ" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/XFIbpXta1MQ/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104587791&eventid=104585160 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:38 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104587791&eventid=104585160 Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Galveston Island and the Juneteenth Coalition remember this holiday with a series of celebrations.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/7as0idl9adM" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/7as0idl9adM/ http://www.galveston.com/juneteenth/ Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:38 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/juneteenth/ For over 25 years, the Galveston Art Center has produced ArtWalk on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district. ArtWalk promotes visual art and supports our arts-based community, offering alternative places to see and learn about art.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/jfCKjR61H8U" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/jfCKjR61H8U/ http://www.galveston.com/galvestonartscenter/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D105178799 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:38 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/galvestonartscenter/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D105178799 The Island Market offers a festive monthly outdoor event where local artisans and crafters can showcase their creations for Galveston residents and visitors. There is something for everyone - jewelry, Island photography, artwork, candles, spices and more.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/0KKNaWvIerA" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/0KKNaWvIerA/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104587792&eventid=104585160 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:37 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104587792&eventid=104585160 In this class, offered by The Spa at Hotel Galvez, learn easy ways to minimize toxins in your life, what chemicals to look out for in cleaning products, organic vs. natural foods and much more.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/zLcCeuv7eKM" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/zLcCeuv7eKM/ http://www.galveston.com/thespaatthehotelgalvez/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104123519 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:37 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/thespaatthehotelgalvez/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104123519 The Island Market offers a festive monthly outdoor event where local artisans and crafters can showcase their creations for Galveston residents and visitors. There is something for everyone - jewelry, Island photography, artwork, candles, spices and more.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/3fs46R98gus" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/3fs46R98gus/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104587793&eventid=104585160 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:37 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104587793&eventid=104585160 For over 25 years, the Galveston Art Center has produced ArtWalk on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district. ArtWalk promotes visual art and supports our arts-based community, offering alternative places to see and learn about art.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/E-AcTfoxRQc" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/E-AcTfoxRQc/ http://www.galveston.com/galvestonartscenter/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D105178803 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:37 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/galvestonartscenter/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D105178803 The largest craft beer festival in Texas with more than 400 represented craft beers is a twi-day celebration showcasing award-winning "brewmasters" at three signature events: the BrewTopia Beer Garden, the Brew HaHa Grand Tastings & Keg Korner, and BrewLicious in the Ballroom.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/p0H2-JxKWLk" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/p0H2-JxKWLk/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D98803414 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:37 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D98803414 The Island Market offers a festive monthly outdoor event where local artisans and crafters can showcase their creations for Galveston residents and visitors. There is something for everyone - jewelry, Island photography, artwork, candles, spices and more.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/OJQmDH3Ooww" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/OJQmDH3Ooww/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104587794&eventid=104585160 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:36 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104587794&eventid=104585160 Galveston Island is a seafood lover’s paradise all year round, but this September Yaga’s Entertainment Inc. will bring foodies a little taste of Heaven at the Galveston Island Shrimp Festival to be held September 27-29.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/tsRNEJvnhb8" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/tsRNEJvnhb8/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104448525 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:36 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104448525 For over 25 years, the Galveston Art Center has produced ArtWalk on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district. ArtWalk promotes visual art and supports our arts-based community, offering alternative places to see and learn about art.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/zMP3E_G4GJY" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/zMP3E_G4GJY/ http://www.galveston.com/galvestonartscenter/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D105178805 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:36 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/galvestonartscenter/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D105178805 Join us in celebrating the magical wonder and awe of model trains! Model train clubs and vendors will be on site to share their amazing layouts and wares.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/xTuEwV6VUKg" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/xTuEwV6VUKg/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104359198 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:36 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104359198 People who live or work on Galveston Island - as well as their immediate families - will be offered free day-passes to all Moody Gardens attractions.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/elDo2LIjRNo" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/elDo2LIjRNo/ http://www.galveston.com/rainforestpyramid/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D103794105 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:35 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/rainforestpyramid/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D103794105 Climb aboard our flat car for a hay ride down "ribbons of steel" on our Harborside Express train! Crafts and other activities will be available for all! Costumes encouraged!<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/nZazTNHRprc" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/nZazTNHRprc/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104359229 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:35 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104359229 Clean Galveston is a community based membership organization dedicated to making the Island of Galveston "as pretty as it oughta be." Clean Galveston will host its annual Walk-About throughout downtown Galveston Saturday, October 19th.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/XL-ZtPy97rA" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/XL-ZtPy97rA/ http://www.galveston.com/murphyspub/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D105508540 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:35 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/murphyspub/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D105508540 The Island Market offers a festive monthly outdoor event where local artisans and crafters can showcase their creations for Galveston residents and visitors. There is something for everyone - jewelry, Island photography, artwork, candles, spices and more.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/Gvoo5IPMWu0" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/Gvoo5IPMWu0/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104587795&eventid=104585160 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:35 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104587795&eventid=104585160 Juried art competition on Galveston’s historic Postoffice Street. Galveston's premier art event! The Island's hospitality and relaxed atmosphere provide a beautiful setting in which to enjoy the wide variety of original art in all media.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/zCjzaV9pRfY" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/zCjzaV9pRfY/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104973357 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:34 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104973357 Historic downtown Galveston will again come alive for the 32nd annual Island Oktoberfest. Along with great music, there will be superb food and drink including smoked sausage, bratwurst, and knockwurst. Admission is free.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/DjoP5olZ5xE" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/DjoP5olZ5xE/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104978994 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:34 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104978994 The Saengerfest Park Mini Monster Bash is a free, family friendly Halloween carnival. Festivities include children’s costume contests for ages 0-11, assorted games with prizes, activities for all ages and trick or treating at various downtown businesses. Children compete for prizes for the scariest, cutest and most creative costumes.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/vQ7ytEqFfxs" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/vQ7ytEqFfxs/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104359234 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:32 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104359234 Ghostly Gardens continues its spooktacular fun with free trick-or-treating, Creepy Crafts, face-painting and a costume contest for guests in the Garden Lobby.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/fh9REddTouE" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/fh9REddTouE/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D103794214 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:32 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D103794214 With free concerts day and night on three stages; hundreds of vendors of all kinds offering the ultimate motorcycle shopping experience and on site bike enhancements from pin striping to LED lights to new exhaust systems; celebrity guest appearances; and, the nation’s hottest bike builders - the Geico Lone Star Rally is a weekend jam packed with entertainment!<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/f6ICmneQ-2g" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/f6ICmneQ-2g/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104834397 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:32 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104834397 The Island Market offers a festive monthly outdoor event where local artisans and crafters can showcase their creations for Galveston residents and visitors. There is something for everyone - jewelry, Island photography, artwork, candles, spices and more.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/HpXTe_ZyPGc" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/HpXTe_ZyPGc/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104587796&eventid=104585160 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:31 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104587796&eventid=104585160 For over 25 years, the Galveston Art Center has produced ArtWalk on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district. ArtWalk promotes visual art and supports our arts-based community, offering alternative places to see and learn about art.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/U_F32i2DVCw" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/U_F32i2DVCw/ http://www.galveston.com/galvestonartscenter/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D105178813 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:31 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/galvestonartscenter/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D105178813 This class, offered by The Spa at Hotel Galvez, will focus on questions and answers from fitness professionals on everything from exercise progression to the best nutrition before and after a workout. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about fitness in a fun and open forum.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/xeu874_VUxw" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/xeu874_VUxw/ http://www.galveston.com/thespaatthehotelgalvez/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104123539 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:31 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/thespaatthehotelgalvez/calendar/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104123539 Beautifully restored homes will be featured on the tour along with the renovated First Presbyterian Church.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/hWzRirA3itk" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/hWzRirA3itk/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104359942 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:31 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104359942 Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Be it decreed that all lords, ladies and children shall come and celebrate the 39th Annual Dickens on The Strand, a holiday festival, where bobbies, Beefeaters and the Queen herself will be on hand to recreate the Victorian London of Charles Dickens. Characters from Dickens novels walk the street. Food and entertainment fill the area with sights and smells that take you back to another era.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/4dKvGKk3eu4" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/4dKvGKk3eu4/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104834513 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:31 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104834513 Santa is coming to town aboard our Harborside Express train! Bring your wish list and visit with Santa! Stroll through our Garden of Steam and enjoy the festive Holiday lights & decorations. Complete your Holiday shopping at the Gift Shop.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/p1dvKAw7cjg" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/p1dvKAw7cjg/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104359965 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:30 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104359965 The Island Market offers a festive monthly outdoor event where local artisans and crafters can showcase their creations for Galveston residents and visitors. There is something for everyone - jewelry, Island photography, artwork, candles, spices and more.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/GfeJzG4hbQw" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/GfeJzG4hbQw/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104587797&eventid=104585160 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:30 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104587797&eventid=104585160 Featuring top notch speakers, there will be non stop action at the best home show in the state. Visitors will see the latest in gardening, home decor and repairs and have the opportunity to meet contractors, green builders, landscaping companies, buy plants, artwork and indoor and outdoor home furnishings.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~4/-6gpKAaZ-y4" height="1" width="1"/> http://feeds.galveston.com/~r/galvestonexhibitions/~3/-6gpKAaZ-y4/ http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104585160&eventid=104585160 Fri, 17 May 2013 14:51:30 -0500 http://www.galveston.com/calendarofevents/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D104585160&eventid=104585160