Tag: Community Partner

Join Bloom Galveston, a community gardening program at Sunshine Center, and be the artist of your very own pot at market! Learn all about their program to support folks in learning how to garden, be more independent, and thrive in inclusive spaces!

Date & Time

Sunday, March 9th

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

About Bloom Galveston

Bloom Galveston is a community gardening program at Sunshine Center, dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities through fostering a culture of kindness, civility, and mental well-being. We hope to teach individuals with intellectual disabilities about the importance of gardening while working on their independence and overall mental well-being. Beginning in Galveston, we aim to expand this initiative to communities nationwide, creating inclusive spaces where individuals can thrive.
Check out their website: https://www.bloomgalveston.com

Get a jumpstart on your health with a free wellness check by UTMB’s PA Students!

They’ll be offering a FREE health screening & diet counseling – including height, weight, blood pressure reading, glucometer reading, body mass index, and a few more key stats.

Dates & Time

Sunday, January 19

Sunday, February 2

Sunday, March 2

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

About UTMB Physician Assistant Program’s “Healthy Living on a Budget”

Their goal is to help the community have a better idea of how nutrition and exercise play a role in their health & offer simple modifications to help people take control of their health.

Come learn about AgriLife, a program that provides innovative, science-based solutions to your agricultural questions.

They’ll be hosting their one-of-a-kind blender bike – a stationary bike that powers the blending of a dee-licious smoothie! You can learn all about creative smoothie options, enjoy in some garden activities for the kiddos (making garden seed bombs, decomposers, and paper pots), AND leave with your very own seed packets.

Don’t miss out on this incredible resource & super fun event!

Date & Time

Sunday, March 2nd

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

About The Galveston County Office of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

The Galveston County Office of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is a unique education agency with a network of professional educators, and trained volunteers.

They bring together traditional outreach and modernized tools to reach Galveston County residents right where they are in the following core service areas:

• Agriculture, Horticulture & Natural Resources

• 4-H & Youth Development

• Family & Community Health

• Community Development & Leadership

Their Mission: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service works daily to make Galveston County better by providing innovative solutions at the intersection of agriculture, natural resources, youth, and health, thereby improving the well-being of individuals, families, businesses, and communities through education and service.

Their Vision: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will be the leader in providing science-based information and solutions in agriculture and health to Galveston County residents when and where they need them.

Their Values: They value People, Programs, and Partnerships.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service

Home – Galveston

4-H – Galveston

Galveston Bay Area Chapter – Galveston Bay Area Master Naturalist Chapter

Galveston County Master Gardener’s Home – Galveston County Master Gardeners

Get ready for “Bloom & Buzz” happening 2/16 from 9a-1p at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market – where we’ll be preparing for Spring with a few of our nature loving friends! What’s the buzz, you ask?

• Get help applying for a free Planned Natural Landscape Exemption permit to create a “pocket prairie” in your yard to add important habitat for butterflies, bees, and birds

• Grab some free native plant seeds to support those local pollinators, thanks to the brand new Galveston County Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas!

• Discover why our island is a certified Bird City with Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council

• & learn about springtime opportunities to get out in nature!

This event is made possible by the

Galveston County Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas. Follow their new Facebook page for tips and to learn how to join or participate in events.

p.s. the deadline to complete the Planned Natural Landscape Exemption Permit application is February 28th but send it in early in case of questions! Review and fill out the application at the following link and send it to planning@galvestontx.gov

Apply here>

Dates:

February 16

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market

Meet Sasha Francis, President of the Galveston Bay Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas!

Sasha Francis is a Galveston resident who has been involved in conservation education for 16 years, in roles from Wildlife Biologist and Zookeeper to plastic pollution specialist. Currently a Texas Master Naturalist and Environmental Educator, as well as a Gulf coast species aficionado, she loves sharing her knowledge and passion with her community! She thrives when connecting with other people and organizations who support or are interested in learning about green initiatives. There is always more to learn and ways we can GROW as a earth-friendly community! 😉

Check out Sustainable Sasha on Facebook to stay connected and find helpful resources

Dive into the magic of Lunar New Year!

Lunar New Year is an Asian tradition welcoming in a new year based on – you guessed it – the lunisolar calendar! This festive time is an occasion to honor ancestors, welcome the future, and embrace new beginnings.

Celebrate the Year of the Snake with GOFM and enjoy:

• Play the Ddakji Korean Paper Game (as featured on Squid Game),

• Craft your very own Lantern,

• Peek into your future with Chinese Fortune Telling,

• Enjoy bite-sized Asian delights,

• AND at 11AM – watch a fun Lion Dance performance through the market!

Big thanks to Huyen Quang Lion Dance Team for performing the traditional Lion Dance + to APAMSA at UTMB for leading the crafts & games.

Dates:

February 9, 2025

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market

UTMB Chapter of Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association (APAMSA)

The Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association (APAMSA) at the University of Texas Medical Branch has a primary mission of promoting the dissemination of information related to Asian Pacific American issues within the realm of medical education.

They are committed to exploring and addressing the unique challenges, obstacles, and responsibilities specific to Asian Pacific American medical students and physicians. APAMSA actively provides opportunities for its members to engage in community service, contributing meaningfully to their respective communities.

The association also aims to serve as a representative voice for Asian Pacific Americans as a collective within the University of Texas Medical Branch’s healthcare community. In its role as a resource, APAMSA endeavors to offer valuable information on subjects pertinent to Asian Pacific Americans, fostering a supportive and knowledgeable environment within the medical field.

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Huyen Quang Lion Dance Team

The Huyen Quang Lion Dance Team is a dancing team that is part of the Buddhist Youth Association. They perform at various cultural events throughout the Houston Area, celebrating their community.

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Unveil the mysteries of the universe, self-discovery, and spiritual connection with Lilith’s Tarot Readings. Let the cards reveal the answers you seek, offering guidance for your journey on this earth.

Whether you’re seeking clarity, inspiration, or a touch of magic, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with your inner self & explore the unknown.

Dates:

January 26, 2025

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market)

About Lilith

I have always been spiritually inclined: sitting in dark rooms as a toddler talking to and about relatives who passed long before me; reading runes with my mother and aunties on Friday nights in grade school; concocting candle spells and love charms for friends. This laid the groundwork for my tarot practice, which began in 2017.

Since then, I have developed my own unique flavor of reading. Tarot is a conversation, it is a story, it is a Rorschach ink blot. My practice offers spiritual guidance for clients, with tarot as our medium of connection and communication. 

Available for private bookings.

Are you ready for a disaster? Test your survival skills & earn prizes with Gulf Coast Center in their Disaster Readiness Trivia activity. 

Plus, learn how to keep your cool in a crisis with GCC’s expert tips on mental health. Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your preparedness!

Date & Time

Sunday, January 19th

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

About Gulf Coast Center

Gulf Coast Center provides accessible, efficient and quality services to support the independent and healthy living of those we serve. Every day, our counselors, therapists, psychiatrists, case workers, peers, support, and administrative staff help our clients get and stay healthy and achieve their greatest potential. We provide a range of services and support for people in Galveston and Brazoria counties with mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) needs. We also provide additional community services, including community education and disaster recovery support.

Want to declutter and do good? Join the fun of the Buy Nothing Project! This global movement is all about sharing, lending, and gifting within your local community. Drop off your gently used treasures or snag something you need. It’s a win-win: less waste, more joy!

It is as easy as 1-2-3:

1. Bring up to 5 items MAX that you would like to give. Please no perishable food items!

2. Take what you need or want.

3. Any items left will be donated.

It’s a free-for-all of generosity! Give what you can, take what you need, or simply enjoy the community spirit. No strings attached, no quid pro quo. We’re all about the joy of giving without expecting anything in return. So, let’s keep the magic of pure gifting alive!

Sign up to Volunteer for Buy Nothing here>

Dates:

January 12, 2025

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market, 77550)

About the Buy Nothing.

Buy Nothing offers folks a way to give and receive, share, lend, and express gratitude through a worldwide network of micro-local gift economies in which the true wealth is the web of connections formed between people who are real-life neighbors. Post anything you’d like to give away, lend, or share in the Buy Nothing community group. Ask for anything you’d like to receive for free or borrow. Keep it legal. Keep it civil.

Buy Nothing Galveston, TX, is for neighbors on Galveston Island, TX, in the neighborhoods located within our boundaries (Galveston Island).

You can join one group only – the group where you live – so you can literally “give where you live.” This is what builds community. In this group there is no buying or selling, no trades or bartering, no soliciting for cash. It is an adult-only, hyper-local gift economy. Buy Nothing is not a charity or community bulletin board.

Learn more about the The Buy Nothing Project at

http://buynothingproject.org/

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:

January 5, 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.