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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:

    March 13

    May 1

    9:00 AM – 1:00 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>

  • Paint a Barrel with Artist Boat

    Paint a Barrel with Artist Boat

    Unfortunately, due to limited staff, the Artist Boat had to cancel this event. We hope to host them again in the future!

    People of all ages can help us paint a trash barrel for the Galveston Park Board of Trustees! The barrel will be displayed on the beach and encourage proper use of trash receptacles on the beach.

    Adults can also learn more about the many Artist Boat’s resources & programs they have to offer.

    Dates:

    March 6 (rescheduled)

    May 1 (cancelled)

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM


    About Artist Boat

    Artist Boat promotes awareness and preservation of coastal margins and the marine environment through the disciplines of the sciences and the arts.

    Learn more on their website>

  • Galveston County Master Gardeners Diggin’ It Booth

    Galveston County Master Gardeners Diggin’ It Booth

    Stop by the Galveston County Master Gardener’s Booth to learn a thing or 2 about gardening!

    Kids can also partake in their fun lil’ activities – like propagating green bean seeds in newspaper pots for them to take home -or- inspecting the cool insect trays.

    Dates:

    February 20

    March 20

    April 17

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM


    About Texas Master Gardeners

    The Master Gardener Program is a volunteer development program offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and is designed to increase the availability of horticultural information and improve the quality of life through horticultural projects.

    Learn more on their website>

  • 3/6 – Mardi Gras Beads for Needs

    3/6 – Mardi Gras Beads for Needs

    This year, you can recycle your Mardi Gras Beads at Market thanks to Beads for Needs — Ball High School’s TOR Store Project!

    You can also make your own bracelet while learning about their program.

    Dates:

    March 6

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM


    About Ball High School’s TOR Store Project,

    partnered with Yagas Foundation

    Beads will have a renewed purpose in helping the students at Ball High in Daren Muren’s Life Skills program and Rob Lewis’ entrepreneurial program – Incubator.

    The Incubator business students will work closely with Life Skills students to collect, sort, clean and repackage the beads for sale on their online store.

    Click the images below to learn more.

  • 2/6 – Valentine’s Day Card Making Station with Galveston Art League

    2/6 – Valentine’s Day Card Making Station with Galveston Art League

    Dates & Time

    February 6

    9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

    Come and get creative!

    Make your very own one-in-a-melon Valentine’s Day Cards with the arts & crafts provided by Galveston Art League.


    About Galveston Art League

    Founded in 1914, the Galveston Art League has continued to promote the goals and purposes set forth in the League’s first constitution: 

    • To foster worthwhile art in the schools and homes of the city

    • To solicit the cooperation of public and private groups in support of art

    • To encourage the artist of the city and state

    • To hold exhibitions

    Since 2004, the league has operated a gallery space on Postoffice Street in downtown Galveston where exhibits are held monthly. Each year the gallery hosts 9 member exhibits and 3 juried exhibits that are open to the general public.

  • 1/30 – Mindfulness Coloring Station with AFSP

    1/30 – Mindfulness Coloring Station with AFSP

    Start your Sunday on a good note and stop by AFSP’s Mindfulness Coloring Station.

    Let your creativity go wild with AFSP’s coloring sheets (open to ALL ages!) and add a happy note to their Positivity Board!

    Plus, you can learn more about their programs & their upcoming Hike for Hope 5K that is scheduled for March 26, 2022.

    Dates & Times

    January 30

    February 20

    March 13

    9 AM – 1PM


    About American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

    Established in 1987, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.

    AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. 

    Hike for Hope 5K – Walk to Fight Suicide

    Join them in creating a culture that’s smart about Mental Health! Suicide presentation starts with everyday heroes like you. Money raised goes to critical research education programs, advocacy, and support for those affected by suicide.

    3/26/2022 at McGuire-Dent Recreation Center at Menard Park

    Sign up today!

  • Diaper Drive benefiting The Galveston Diaper Bank

    Diaper Drive benefiting The Galveston Diaper Bank

     Photos with Big Bird are free! Donations are welcomed.
    Photos with Big Bird are free! Donations are welcomed.

    Help kids in need with GOFM’s Diaper Drive benefiting The Galveston Diaper Bank! The Galveston Diaper Bank currently donate more than 8000 diapers a week to babies and toddlers in need and the need is growing. With your donation, we’ll be supporting a healthier environment for our low-income families.

    On Sunday, January 12 from 9a-1p, you can learn more about the Galveston Diaper Bank, make a difference by donating unopened boxes of diapers and wipes, and can take a photo with Big Bird – everyone’s favorite talented bright yellow friend! Photos are free and donations are welcomed.

    Plus, enjoy GOFM’s other family fun activities!

    – Live Music with Cristina & Phil

    – Shop local produce & products

    – Shop books from the Friends of the Rosenberg Library

    Items needed:

    • Diapers & Pull-ups of all sizes

    • Baby Wipes

    Date, Time & Location:

    January 12, 2020    

    9:00 am – 1:00 PM

     

    The Bryan Museum

    1315 21st Street, 77550  

    If you have any questions or would like to find out more, please contact info@gofarmersmarket.com.

    Why diapers? Diaper need is a silent crisis in the United States. Diapers are a basic need for children, as essential to their health and well-being as food and shelter. Yet nearly 1 in 3 families in America struggle to afford diapers to keep their infants clean, dry and healthy. Diapers are a large expense — costing up to $70-80 per month per baby.