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  • Sail-ebrate with Galveston Naval Museum

    Sail-ebrate with Galveston Naval Museum

    Have fun & sail-abrate! Make your own craft sailboat and race them with others at Galveston Naval Museum Booth at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market!

    You can also learn more about their museum, their mission, and their history.

    Dates:

    June 5

    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    About Galveston Naval Museum

    The Galveston Naval Museum is home to the USS Stewart & USS Cavalla. Their mission is to

    • To PRESERVE the historic integrity and authenticity of our ships.

    • To REMEMBER and HONOR our Greatest Generation who sacrificed so much for our enduring freedom.

    • To EDUCATE all generations about American history, U.S. Navy heritage and innovation, and the courage of our military heroes and their families.

    Learn more on their website>

  • What’s Cookin’ with GOFM’s RFP?

    What’s Cookin’ with GOFM’s RFP?

    Get to know the Real Food Project at the Market!

    Play Guess the Herb to win a prize and meet Denise Walker, Real Food Project Coordinator! She’s happy to answer any questions you may have about RFP, our volunteer opportunities, and more.

    Sunday, May 29

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    About GOFM’s Real Food Project

    In late 2017, GOFM initiated the Real Food Project, a multifaceted set of programs that all support increased food access, nutrition and community building in Galveston. The RFP includes Community Cooking Classes offered free or low-cost to the public & to private groups, Community Meals coordinated with partners across Galveston County, and most recently, our FreshBox initiative.

    Learn more>

  • Pre-Juneteenth Poetry Sessions

    Pre-Juneteenth Poetry Sessions

    What is Juneteenth and why is it celebrated?

    Known to some as the country’s “second Independence Day,” Juneteenth celebrates the freedom of enslaved people in the United States at the end of the Civil War.

    In honor of this historic day, Nia Cultural Center will be at GOFM with a Pre-Juneteenth opening. This event will feature:

    • Live Poetry Performance starting at 10:00 AM

    • Book Giveaways

    • More information about upcoming Juneteenth events

    • Learn more about the programs and events Nia Cultural Center has to offer.

    Dates:

    June 12

    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (28th & Market)

    About Nia Cultural Center

    Nia Cultural Center is a Galveston-based educational organization with activities and programs focused on culture and history and their impacts on the lives of children, youth, and families. Its mission is to reinstate the role of the family and community in their responsibility to strengthen and improve the quality of life for children by preparing them academically, culturally, mentally, and physically to attain productive futures. Learn more on their website>

  • YGP Oppe Garden Market

    YGP Oppe Garden Market

    Our YGP Oppe Students are having a mini-Garden Market!

    Shop some of the produce grown by the students — nurtured with love and care. Hear what they learned this year at YGP and view the garden beds managed by them.

    Donations will go to garden supplies!

    Location:
    Greta Garden @ Oppe Elementary

    Address: 2915 81st St

    Galveston, TX 77554

    Date & Time:
    Sunday, May 18
    4:00 PM – 5:15 PM

  • Beautify Our Bucket!

    Beautify Our Bucket!

    Join us at the market on May 22 for a community art project!

    As part of the Artist Boat’s “Beautify the Bucket” campaign, we’re inviting all our local friends to help us decorate our GOFM-themed barrel while you’re shopping at GOFM!

    Barrels will be added to Galveston’s beaches where they will be enjoyed by visitors and encourage proper disposal of trash to reduce aquatic trash.

    Date & Time & Location

    May 22, 2022

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at 28th & Market

  • Mindful Me with Causeway Galveston

    Mindful Me with Causeway Galveston

    Join Causeway Galveston and the GISD Social Emotional Learning team for a kid’s read aloud of Susan Verde’s “I am Yoga.”

    We’ll be introducing some simple poses to help balance and calm the body and the mind!

    Sunday, June 5

    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    10:00 AM – Read-Aloud & Yoga

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market

    About Causeway Galveston-SEL/MH

    Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is a process through which children and adults develop the fundamental skills for life effectiveness. We need SEL skills for ourselves, our relationships, and our work. In GISD , we believe that strengthening these skills enhances our ability to effectively and ethically connect across race, class, culture, language, gender identity, sexual orientation, learning needs, and age.

    Their mission: to create a supportive culture that empowers youth to thrive in the community we share.

    Learn more about SEL @ GISD | Causeway Galveston Facebook

  • Destress + Refresh with Causeway Galveston

    Destress + Refresh with Causeway Galveston

    Ready to unwind from the school year and kick-off summer? Join Causeway Galveston and the GISD Social Emotional Learning team to make your own DIY stress ball. Come have some fun and relax with us!

    Sunday, May 22

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market

    About Causeway Galveston-SEL/MH

    Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is a process through which children and adults develop the fundamental skills for life effectiveness. We need SEL skills for ourselves, our relationships, and our work. In GISD , we believe that strengthening these skills enhances our ability to effectively and ethically connect across race, class, culture, language, gender identity, sexual orientation, learning needs, and age.

    Their mission: to create a supportive culture that empowers youth to thrive in the community we share.

    Learn more about SEL @ GISD | Causeway Galveston Facebook

  • Go for a Ride (to GOFM) Day! (cancelled)

    Go for a Ride (to GOFM) Day! (cancelled)

    DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THESE EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

    Scoot, roll, blade, cycle or pogo your way to GOFM and get entered to win groovy items from our pals at Zipp E-bikes!

    ☸️Patrons can receive a free bike inspection

    ☸️Kids of all ages can participate in the Bike Safety Rodeo,

    ☸️Learn more about how to travel safely on the road,

    ☸️Be entered to win prizes like a balance bike and helmet.

    Plus handouts & activities with City of Galveston’s Parks & Recreation to keep your summer fun & safe

    Sunday, May 29

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market

    About Zipp E-Bikes

    Zipp E-Bikes is located in the heart of Galveston’s historic district. Only one block from the Strand and a short walk from the Galveston Cruise Ship terminal we are in the perfect location to begin and end an E-bike adventure. Their shop sits across from the Tremont Hotel at 2311 Mechanic Street – stop by!

  • Mother Earth’s Day with the Galveston Bay Foundation

    Mother Earth’s Day with the Galveston Bay Foundation

    Bring an old tee and make a fun, sustainable & reusable bags for mom. Plus, learn about Bay wildlife, habitats, and pollution with educational giveaways, coloring pages, hands-on examples, and games for all ages

    Sunday, May 8 (Mother’s Day)

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market

    About Galveston Bay Foundation

    Galveston Bay Foundation is a local conservation nonprofit whose mission is to preserve and enhance Galveston Bay as a healthy and productive place for generations to come. Their five program areas of education, advocacy, restoration, conservation and protection contribute to a healthy and resilient ecosystem and offer opportunities for the community to connect with Bay. Learn more>

  • Easter Scavenger Hunt with Society of Neuroscience Galveston Chapter!

    Easter Scavenger Hunt with Society of Neuroscience Galveston Chapter!

    Kids of all ages can stop by the Society for Neuroscience Galveston booth to pick up a Market Treasure Hunt where you’ll search around market & solve fun questions & riddles.

    Bring the completed Hunt back to their booth to receive a sweet goodie bag featuring a tasty treat from Muffin Tops Catering! There will be enough goodies for 50 kiddos, so come early.

    Kids can also make their wicked cool Brain Caps, make a neuron out of candy, and about their mission.

    Sunday, April 17 (Easter)

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market

    About Society for Neuroscience Galveston

    A big thanks to our co-sponsor the Society for Neuroscience Galveston. SfN Galveston is a student-led chapter committed to education for under-resourced schools and raising awareness and money for neurological disease research.

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