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  • Real Food Project Community Meal at Gulf Breeze – February

    Real Food Project Community Meal at Gulf Breeze – February

    Galveston’s Own Farmers Market partners with other non-profit organizations to deliver Community Meals — where with the help of volunteers, we are able to provide a free hot home cooked meal to their patrons!

    What do volunteers do?

    • Volunteers can whip up a dish based on the theme -or- help us serve!

    • Sign ups indicate the need (main, salad, side, dessert, -or- server). Volunteers can sign up for which dish they’d like to make via our Volunteer Portal.

    • The sign ups are for 10 servings – if you’d like to make more than 10, sign up for more than 1 slot/

    • This Month’s Theme is Love & Lasagna

    Ready to make something delicious? Follow the below instructions to sign up!

    If you’d like to make a side dish for this — follow the below instructions:

    Questions? Email Volunteer Coordinator at Volunteer@gofarmersmarket.com

    Thursday, February 1

    4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (4:30 PM Drop Off)

    Gulf Breeze Apartments

    Address: 1211 21st ST Galveston, TX 77550

  • 1/21 – Burnet Elementary Hygiene Drive

    1/21 – Burnet Elementary Hygiene Drive

    Burnet Elementary will be at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market collecting hygiene products to support the third and fourth graders! This initiative aims to educate students on the significance of good hygiene practices. 

    The school is seeking donations of essential items such as soap, deodorant, lotion, shampoo, conditioner, and pads. Contributions will empower students to embrace healthy habits so bring what you can on 1/21!

    Dates:

    January 21, 2024

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market)

  • 1/7/24 – Comfort & Care Drive with The Future is Us

    1/7/24 – Comfort & Care Drive with The Future is Us

    Spread warmth & cheer to any friends experiencing homelessness.

    Donate essentials like reusable water bottles, sunscreen, bug spray, and more.

    Plus, craft holiday cards to share some extra love. Let’s make this season a little brighter for everyone!

    Needs

    • Reusable water bottles/canteens

    • Portable fans

    • Playing cards

    • Reusable grocery bags

    • First aid kits

    • Portable options with basic bandages, antibiotic cream, alcohol wipes

    • Sewing kits

      • Small sewing kits with needles, variety of thread, and even patches for worn clothing are often wanted

    • Summer skin protection

      • Bug spray, sunscreen, aloe vera gel, & anti-itch creams or ointments like Calamine/Afterbite are a huge help!

    Dates:

    December 10 rescheduled!

    January 7, 2024

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market)

    About The Future is Us

    The Future is US exists to fight for Galveston youth through community voice so future generations can meet their full potential.

    They are working to identify community conditions and social determinants of health to prevent disproportionate suspension, expulsion, District Alternative Education Placement (DAEP) referral, and juvenile justice incarceration for youth of color in Galveston.

  • Real Food Project Community Meal at Gulf Breeze – January

    Real Food Project Community Meal at Gulf Breeze – January

    Galveston’s Own Farmers Market partners with other non-profit organizations to deliver Community Meals — where with the help of volunteers, we are able to provide a free hot home cooked meal to their patrons!

    What do volunteers do?

    • Volunteers can whip up a dish based on the theme -or- help us serve!

    • Sign ups indicate the need (main, salad, side, dessert, -or- server). Volunteers can sign up for which dish they’d like to make via our Volunteer Portal.

    • The sign ups are for 10 servings – if you’d like to make more than 10, sign up for more than 1 slot/

    • This Month’s Theme is South of the Border!

    Ready to make something delicious? Follow the below instructions to sign up!

    If you’d like to make a side dish for this — follow the below instructions:

    Questions? Email Volunteer Coordinator at Volunteer@gofarmersmarket.com

    Thursday, January 11

    4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (4:30 PM Drop Off)

    Gulf Breeze Apartments

    Address: 1211 21st ST Galveston, TX 77550

  • Real Food Project Community Meal – January

    Real Food Project Community Meal – January

    Galveston’s Own Farmers Market partners with other non-profit organizations to deliver Community Meals — where with the help of volunteers, we are able to provide a free hot home cooked meal to their patrons!

    What do volunteers do?

    • Volunteers can whip up a dish based on the theme -or- help us serve!

    • Sign ups indicate the need (main, salad, side, dessert, -or- server). Volunteers can sign up for which dish they’d like to make via our Volunteer Portal.

    • The sign ups are for 10 servings – if you’d like to make more than 10, sign up for more than 1 slot.

    • This Month’s Theme is South of the Boarder!

    Ready to make something delicious? Follow the below instructions to sign up!

    Questions?

    Email Volunteer Coordinator at Volunteer@gofarmersmarket.com

    Thursday, January 18

    11:30 AM – 1:30 PM (11:30 AM Drop Off)

    Access Care of Coastal Texas (ACCT)

    Address: 707 23rd St, Galveston, TX 77550

  • 12/10 + 12/17 – UTMB Resiterns Toy Drive

    12/10 + 12/17 – UTMB Resiterns Toy Drive

    The UTMB Residents are spreading joy with a special toy drive! They’re collecting new toys to brighten up the holidays for the children at Shriners & Ronald McDonald House on both December 10 & December 17.

    The Ronald McDonald House serves pediatric patients and families being treated at University of Texas Medical Branch and Shriners Children’s Texas. The house provides a comfortable place to stay while the children are receiving treatment at one of the hospitals. The facility has 20 fully-furnished rooms and a fully-equipped kitchen, along with two dining rooms. There are also bilingual staff on-site 24 hours a day to assist the families.

    It’s a heartwarming addition to the market, bringing the community together in the spirit of giving and making this festive season even more special.

  • 12/3 – Plants for the People

    12/3 – Plants for the People

    Have you been looking for a new leafy friend for your home garden? How about one lovingly tended by one of our Young Gardeners Program students? Join us for “Plants for the People,” a community event hosted at our Sunday farmers market where we’ll give away 200 native plants for free (or a donation if you’re feeling extra generous) to spread the love of greenery throughout our community.

    But wait, there’s more! Each plant has been cared for by the talented students of GOFM’s Young Gardeners Program (Oppe campus), and our little gardeners will be at market to help you select the perfect plant for your space. This event is not just about covering our island in native plants; it’s about nurturing young minds too! These future horticultural experts will practice their salesmanship, interpersonal skills and plant knowledge– so come ready to learn and make new friends!

    This initiative is funded by Clean Galveston and we’ve pulled it off in partnership with plants donated by Galveston Bay Foundation and Jimbo’s Nursery, advice and support from our friends at Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council and Galveston Island Tree Conservancy, and Galveston ISD, Texas ACE & TOR–our primary partners of the Young Gardeners Program!

    Dates:

    December 3

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market)

    Teachers and/or Parents/Guardians of YGP Students – we’d love to have you there! Sign up to volunteer here>

  • Galveston Arts Center’s Creative Corner

    Galveston Arts Center’s Creative Corner

    Connecting with community through creativity!

    Find your inner artist and celebrate the season with a monthly rotating creative arts & crafts activities for the whole family with Galveston Arts Center!

    They’ll also have more information about their exhibits, membership, and classes for adults, teens, and kids.

    Dates:

    Every 3rd Sunday

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Oct-May)

    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (June-Sept)

    About Galveston Arts Center

    From 1971 to 1986 the Galveston Arts Center, under the Galveston County Cultural Arts Council, Inc., grew to offer quality programs in the form of exhibitions, art education and public festivals for all the Galveston County area. In 1986, The Galveston Arts Center became a separate non-profit organization. Mission Statement: The Galveston Arts Center’s mission is to engage, inform, provoke and inspire through the exploration of contemporary art. – Not sure exactly what would be best here, but I know you are really great at words, branding, and tying it all together.

    Learn more on their website>

  • Real Food Project Community Meal – December

    Real Food Project Community Meal – December

    Galveston’s Own Farmers Market partners with other non-profit organizations to deliver Community Meals — where with the help of volunteers, we are able to provide a free hot home cooked meal to their patrons!

    What do volunteers do?

    • Volunteers can whip up a dish based on the theme -or- help us serve!

    • Sign ups indicate the need (main, salad, side, dessert, -or- server). Volunteers can sign up for which dish they’d like to make via our Volunteer Portal.

    • The sign ups are for 10 servings – if you’d like to make more than 10, sign up for more than 1 slot.

    • This Month’s Theme is Holiday Dinner!

    Ready to make something delicious? Follow the below instructions to sign up!

    Questions?

    Email Volunteer Coordinator at Volunteer@gofarmersmarket.com

    Thursday, December 21

    11:30 AM – 1:30 PM (11:30 AM Drop Off)

    Access Care of Coastal Texas (ACCT)

    Address: 707 23rd St, Galveston, TX 77550

  • Real Food Project Community Meal at Gulf Breeze – December

    Real Food Project Community Meal at Gulf Breeze – December

    Galveston’s Own Farmers Market partners with other non-profit organizations to deliver Community Meals — where with the help of volunteers, we are able to provide a free hot home cooked meal to their patrons!

    What do volunteers do?

    • Volunteers can whip up a dish based on the theme -or- help us serve!

    • Sign ups indicate the need (main, salad, side, dessert, -or- server). Volunteers can sign up for which dish they’d like to make via our Volunteer Portal.

    • The sign ups are for 10 servings – if you’d like to make more than 10, sign up for more than 1 slot/

    • This Month’s Theme is Holiday Dinner!

    Ready to make something delicious? Follow the below instructions to sign up!

    If you’d like to make a side dish for this — follow the below instructions:

    Questions? Email Volunteer Coordinator at Volunteer@gofarmersmarket.com

    Thursday, December 7

    4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (4:30 PM Drop Off)

    Gulf Breeze Apartments

    Address: 1211 21st ST Galveston, TX 77550

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