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  • 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>

  • 11/12 – Global Tale & Fantastic Fun w/ Galveston Children’s Museum

    11/12 – Global Tale & Fantastic Fun w/ Galveston Children’s Museum

    Wanna learn more about the upcoming Galveston Island International Festival?

    Meet the folks behind the big event at the Market! Kids can enjoy making straw rockets, plus Phylicia French will read the book that inspired the Galveston Island International Festival, Adventures With My Auntie: My International Food Festival Adventure!

    Dates:

    November 12

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market)


    About The Galveston Children’s Museum

    The Galveston Children’s Museum’s mission is to fuel that spark, to respect each child’s unique identity and give them permission to be playful, curious, creative, inspired, and inspiring; people who have the ability to think outside the box, and know they can meet challenges and overcome them.

    About Phylicia French

    Phylicia French is an international author, speaker, mental health consultant, and most importantly a proud aunt. She enjoys spending time with her nieces, nephews, and godchildren. Formerly, a preschool teaching assistant, Phylicia honed the pedagogical skills to transform even routine experiences with the children in her life into extraordinary, educative adventures.

    Instagram | Facebook

    About Adventures With My Auntie: My International Food Festival Adventure

    It’s time for Tré’s first international food festival and he can’t wait to experience the amazing spectacle with his auntie. Trying food from all over the world, Auntie and Tré are transported to every corner of the globe with just a bite. They interact with chefs and passionate gourmets, play games, and have fun like never before. With this story, children will broaden their culinary horizons and be introduced to many different cultures and dishes from around the world. And like Tré and Auntie, they will be eager to become food adventurists overnight.

  • 11/19 – Fresh Start Hygiene Drive with Big Brothers Big Sisters

    11/19 – Fresh Start Hygiene Drive with Big Brothers Big Sisters

    Hygiene products are essential but not always accessible to everyone.

    In partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters Gulf Coast, we’re collecting essential hygiene items for our GISD students & Galveston’s houseless.

    Donate new hygiene products and help make a direct impact on the lives of those in need. Plus, everyone is invited to make “Kindness Clothes Pins” to share. See you there!

    Bring new unopened items like:

    • Shampoo

    • Conditioner

    • Soap

    • Body wash

    • Toothpaste

    • Toothbrushes

    • Mouthwash

    • Dental floss

    • Menstrual products (tampons, pads)

    • Deodorant

    • Razors

    • Shaving cream

    • Hairbrushes

    • Cleansing wipes

    • Combs

    Dates:

    November 19

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market)


    Big Brother Big Sisters Gulf Coast

    Big Brothers Big Sisters Gulf Coast has been mentoring the youth of Galveston County since 1975. As an affiliate agency of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, we are part of the oldest and largest one-to-one mentoring organization in the country. We believe we are stronger together, and our attention is focused on connecting the community through mentoring. By working with volunteers, parents, and children, we are quietly delivering amazing results.

  • Every 1st Sunday – Kids Club at UTMB’s Kids Corner

    Every 1st Sunday – Kids Club at UTMB’s Kids Corner

    Kids can join the UTMB Kids Club in exploring their imagination with a fun-themed hands-on craft activity made just for them!

    Dates:

    Every 1st Sunday

    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM


    February Theme – “Love Grows”

    Just like plants, love takes time, patience, and care to grow.

    Come join us for our event, Love Grows, by painting and decorating small flower pots for your take-home soil & seeds!


    March Theme – “You Shamrock”

    Lucky me, lucky you, lucky together. March on over to GOFM for this month’s event, You Sham-rock, by making a special clover craft. 


    April Theme – “April Showers”

    When life gives you a rainy day, play in the puddles.

    Come join us for our event, April Showers, by making a water-sensory toy with little treasures for your little one to fill, shake, and enjoy.


    June Theme – “It’s Summertime!”

    Kids can create their very own Sunshine and Rainbows with UTMB’s Kids Club! Craft is open to all ages.


    July Theme – “Red, White & Blue Fun!”

    Join us for “Crafting Stars and Stripes,” where we’ll be making delightful red, white, and blue creations!


    September Theme – “Soar into Fall”

    We’ll be “disc”-overing the art of frisbee-making! Kids will create & decorate paper frisbee with colors, patterns, and designs that will make it truly flymazing.


    October Theme -”Gourdgeous Crafts”

    Tis the season! Create and take home a portable paper pumpkin craft to celebrate the howlidays. All are welcome!


    November Theme – Handy Turkey Craft!

    Craft a flock of feathered friends with ‘Handy Turkeys,’ as you turn handprints into delightful, gobble-worthy decorations.


    About Kids Club at UTMB

    Kids Club is a non-profit organization within the School of Nursing at the University of Texas Medical Branch, which encourages nursing students to come together who have a calling for general pediatrics! This club is devoted to embracing students’ passion by furthering their pediatric knowledge through educational and volunteering opportunities. See their Facebook>

  • 11/12 – Composting 101

    11/12 – Composting 101

    Get ready to talk dirt with Medical Students for a Sustainable Future!

    Dig into hassle-free composting guides & ask questions about how we can make changes to our lifestyle to better our planet.

    Dates:

    November 12

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market)


    About Medical Students for a Sustainable Future (MS4SF)

    Recognizing the impact of climate change and environmental hazards on health and engaging in environmental policy, volunteering, research, and advocacy.

    Learn more about the National Organization>

    See the Local Chapter>

  • 10/15 – Abrigo Para Niños

    10/15 – Abrigo Para Niños

    El frio invernal está a la vuelta de la esquina, y para los niños de Galveston, ¡es necesario mantenerse abrigados!  El 15 de Octubre, en colaboración con “Future is Us.”

    • Done abrigos (sacos [chaquetas]) de invierno*, guantes, calcetines nuevos o poco usado para calentar a los jóvenes de nuestra comunidad

    • Agreguemos nuestra compasión repartiendo un poco. Una vez completados, se los regalaremos a alguien que lo necesita

    Se aceptan abrigos y chaquetas que sean:

    • Tallas juveniles medianas y superiores,

    • Sin capucha

    • Libre de logotipos y decoraciones

    Compre colores escolares:

    Weis Middle School

    5to grado

    Rojo, Blanco, Negro o Gris

     

    Austin Middle School

    6to grado

    Verde Cazador o negro

     

    Central Middle School

    7mo grado – Azul marino o blanco

    8vo grado – Morado o gris

    Octubre 15

    a las 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m

    en Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market)


    Sobre “The Future is Us”

    The Futures is Us existe para luchar por los jóvenes de Galveston a través de la voz de la comunidad para que las generaciones futuras puedan alcanzar su potencial a lo máximo.

    Están trabajando para identificar las condiciones comunitarias y los determinantes sociales de la salud para evitar suspensiones desproporcionadas, expulsiones, derivaciones a la colocación en educación alternativa del distrito (DAEP) y encarcelamiento por justicia juvenil para jóvenes de color en Galveston

  • 10/22 – You (nar)CAN save a life with UTMB’s Center for Addiction Sciences and Therapeutics

    10/22 – You (nar)CAN save a life with UTMB’s Center for Addiction Sciences and Therapeutics

    The opioid epidemic has reached every corner of the country, but so do efforts to curb the impact on communities.

    Meet UTMB’s Center for Addiction Sciences and Therapeutics at the Market and:

    • Ask/speak to local experts & scientists studying at addiction the neurobiological level.

    • Learn how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose!

    • Get FREE Narcan (opioid overdose reversal medication) nasal spray. (Limited Supply)

    Dates:

    October 22, 2023

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM


    About Center for Addiction Research at the University of Texas Medical Branch

    The Center for Addiction Research (CAR) was established in January 2004 as an institutional center of excellence at UTMB and provides the infrastructure for research and education in substance use disorders (SUDs), emphasizing preclinical target discovery in the addictions. The CAR currently includes 91 faculty, 23 postdoctoral fellows, 42 predoctoral mentees, 19 scientists, and four administrative staff members and is supported institutionally to advance SUDs research, mentoring/education, and community outreach.

    The MISSION of the CAR is to improve the course of chronic health disorders through new understanding of biological mechanisms and translation of these discoveries into novel therapeutics to improve the lives of people in our community, state, and world.

    The VISION is to define the future of molecular therapeutics for SUDs, obesity, and related chronic CNS disorders. The CAR has built strengths in target-based discovery, disease-specific knowledge, and specialized core technologies to amplify these efforts. We have partnerships with scientists, centers, and departments centrally engaged in the translational research areas of interest at UTMB and we continue to build bridges for new translational research initiatives. Ongoing studies focus on the neurobiology of dopamine, serotonin and amino acid systems, mechanisms of action of psychostimulants and analgesics, fetal exposure to medications during pregnancy, HIV/AIDS-associated neuropathology, and target and drug discovery.

    Learn More>

  • 10/29 – 11th Annual Spooktacular Birthday Bash

    10/29 – 11th Annual Spooktacular Birthday Bash

    Come celebrate our 11th birthday with us and our local farmers & makers on October 29! This event is free and open to everyone. We’ll have:

    • 1st 50 folks will get a bootiful limited edition GOFM sticker,

    • one-of-a-kind face painting by Jessica Antonelli,

    • gourdgeous crafts by UTMB Kid’s Club,

    • tasty treat and healthy tips with our UTMB Nutrition Students, Stevie & Alice,

    • live drum circle performance by Curt (who will also have drums for folks to join in!),

    • at 10:00 AM, everyone is invited to march in our fun & fangtastic costume parade through the market,

    • at 10:30 AM- strike a pose & be in our one big community family photo,

    • & then we’ll reveal the F2S Poster winners!

    This event is free and open to everyone – See you spooky cats & ghouls there!

    Dates:

    October 29

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market)


  • 10/15 – Coats4Kids with The Future is Us

    10/15 – Coats4Kids with The Future is Us

    Winter’s chill is just around the corner, and for the children of Galveston, staying warm is a necessity! On October 15, in partnership with The Future is Us:

    • Donate gently used/new winter coats*, gloves, or socks to warm the youth in our community.

    • Add to our compassion quilts by adding your knots. Once completed, we’ll gift them to someone in need.

    Accepting coats & jackets that are:

    – Sizes youth medium & up,

    – Without a hoody,

    – Free of logos & decorations.

    Shop for School Colors:

    Weis Middle School

    5th Grade

    Red, White, Black, or Grey

    Austin Middle School

    6th Grade

    Hunter Green or Black

    Central Middle School

    7th grade – Navy Blue or White

    8th grade – Purple or Gray

    Dates:

    October 15

    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.

  • 10/1 – Register to Vote at GOFM

    10/1 – Register to Vote at GOFM

    In partnership with Galveston County Voter Registration, you can register to vote right at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market!

    It’s an easy as 1-2-3. If you have any questions about voting, Galveston County Voter Registration will be there to answer.

    You are eligible to register to vote if:

    • US citizen

    • Resident of the county where you apply

    • At least 18 years old on Election Day

    • Not convicted of a felony (or completed sentence, probation, and parole)

    • Not declared mentally incapacitated by a court without voting rights

    See if you’re already registered here>

    Dates:

    October 1

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market


    What is on the ballet?

    The November 7th election is for 14 amendments to the Texas Constitution.

    Here’s a link to the text of proposed amendments>

    key dates

    October 10 – Deadline to Register to Vote

    October 23 – Early Voting Starts

    November 7 – Election Day