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May 7, 2023(1 event)

10:00 am: 49th Annual Historic Homes Tour


May 7, 2023

Date: May 6-7 & 13-14

Time: Varies

Where: Locations vary

Admission: Tickets start at $35

Info: www.galvestonhistory.org

Description: Rich in history and standing as a testament to survival, the Galveston Historic Homes Tour will return for its 49th year the first two weekends in May. The tour features numerous historical and architecturally significant homes located throughout the island’s vibrant historic neighborhoods. Organized by the Galveston Historical Foundation, the event gives the public a chance to tour the insides of private residences and homes that are not open to the public during the year.

About Galveston Island

Galveston Island is a historic beach town located on the Gulf of Mexico just 50 miles from Houston. The island is best known as a vacation destination, offering 32 miles of beaches, a variety of family attractions, Texas’ premier cruise port and one of the largest and well-preserved concentrations of Victorian architecture in the country, including several National Historic Landmarks. Galveston Island is the birthplace of Juneteenth and home to popular amusements such as Moody Gardens and Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark, as well as a variety of museums and recreational activities from surfing to birding. For more information on Galveston Island go to www.visitgalveston.com or call 1-888-GAL-ISLE.

May 8, 2023
May 9, 2023
May 10, 2023(1 event)

12:30 pm: Kleb Woods Nature Center Wednesday Afternoon Bird Program: Birding Hawaii


May 10, 2023

Wednesday, May 10, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

As part of our Birding Around the World series, join guest speaker Steve Gast as he presents "Birding from Patagonia to the Antarctic". This class is best suited to adults or older students with a keen interest in birds. For more information, email klebwoods@hcp4.net or call 281-357-5324.

May 11, 2023(1 event)

1:00 pm: Jim & JoAnn Fonteno Senior Education Center Mother’s Day Potluck


May 11, 2023

Thursday, May 11, 1 p.m.

Join friends and Fonteno staff to celebrate those wonderful people that have had the privilege of motherhood. If you would like to bring something to share, please let the staff know so we can tell if more desserts or main dishes are needed. the potluck is limited to 30-35 participants. Registration is required. Visit http://hcp4.net/fonteno.

May 12, 2023(1 event)

9:00 am: Yaga’s Wild Game & BBQ Cook-off


May 12, 2023

Date: May 12-13

Time: Varies

Where: Pier 21, Galveston, TX

Admission: Free

Info: www.ycfund.org

Description: Galveston is calling all backyard chefs, sportsmen and women, and outdoor enthusiasts to show off their culinary skills May 12-13 at the 27rd annual Yaga’s Wild Game BBQ Cook-off.  The event will feature a wild game cook-off, live entertainment, silent auction, “Run Wild 5K” and children’s activities. This event benefits the Yaga’s Children’s Fund.

About Galveston Island

Galveston Island is a historic beach town located on the Gulf of Mexico just 50 miles from Houston. The island is best known as a vacation destination, offering 32 miles of beaches, a variety of family attractions, Texas’ premier cruise port and one of the largest and well-preserved concentrations of Victorian architecture in the country, including several National Historic Landmarks. Galveston Island is the birthplace of Juneteenth and home to popular amusements such as Moody Gardens and Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark, as well as a variety of museums and recreational activities from surfing to birding. For more information on Galveston Island go to www.visitgalveston.com or call 1-888-GAL-ISLE.

May 13, 2023(2 events)

9:00 am: Yaga’s Wild Game & BBQ Cook-off


May 13, 2023

Date: May 12-13

Time: Varies

Where: Pier 21, Galveston, TX

Admission: Free

Info: www.ycfund.org

Description: Galveston is calling all backyard chefs, sportsmen and women, and outdoor enthusiasts to show off their culinary skills May 12-13 at the 27rd annual Yaga’s Wild Game BBQ Cook-off.  The event will feature a wild game cook-off, live entertainment, silent auction, “Run Wild 5K” and children’s activities. This event benefits the Yaga’s Children’s Fund.

About Galveston Island

Galveston Island is a historic beach town located on the Gulf of Mexico just 50 miles from Houston. The island is best known as a vacation destination, offering 32 miles of beaches, a variety of family attractions, Texas’ premier cruise port and one of the largest and well-preserved concentrations of Victorian architecture in the country, including several National Historic Landmarks. Galveston Island is the birthplace of Juneteenth and home to popular amusements such as Moody Gardens and Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark, as well as a variety of museums and recreational activities from surfing to birding. For more information on Galveston Island go to www.visitgalveston.com or call 1-888-GAL-ISLE.

10:00 am: 49th Annual Historic Homes Tour


May 13, 2023

Date: May 6-7 & 13-14

Time: Varies

Where: Locations vary

Admission: Tickets start at $35

Info: www.galvestonhistory.org

Description: Rich in history and standing as a testament to survival, the Galveston Historic Homes Tour will return for its 49th year the first two weekends in May. The tour features numerous historical and architecturally significant homes located throughout the island’s vibrant historic neighborhoods. Organized by the Galveston Historical Foundation, the event gives the public a chance to tour the insides of private residences and homes that are not open to the public during the year.

About Galveston Island

Galveston Island is a historic beach town located on the Gulf of Mexico just 50 miles from Houston. The island is best known as a vacation destination, offering 32 miles of beaches, a variety of family attractions, Texas’ premier cruise port and one of the largest and well-preserved concentrations of Victorian architecture in the country, including several National Historic Landmarks. Galveston Island is the birthplace of Juneteenth and home to popular amusements such as Moody Gardens and Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark, as well as a variety of museums and recreational activities from surfing to birding. For more information on Galveston Island go to www.visitgalveston.com or call 1-888-GAL-ISLE.