Tag: Community Partner

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. It’s a time to honor ancestors, celebrate what’s to come, and it goes by other names as well, depending on the culture: Chinese New Year, The Spring Festival, Korean New Year, or Vietnamese New Year/ Tết to name a few.

Thanks to UTMB APAMSA, they’ll be sharing a few fun traditions & crafts to celebrate the Year of the Dragon – including :

• Red Envelope crafting station,

• Bǎu Cua raffle game, and

• Chinese Fortune Sticks!

Dates:

February 18

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market

UTMB’s 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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Unleash your creativity with AFSP’s rad coloring station and leave your mark on their Positivity Board—it’s all about spreading those good vibes!

And guess what? Their Hike for Hope 5K is on the horizon—mark your calendars for 3/23/24. Learn more about this event at the market.

Dates:

January 14

February 11

March 10

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

About American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)

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.  AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health by engaging in the following core strategies:

• Funding scientific research

• Educating the public about mental health and suicide prevention

• Advocating for public policies in mental health and suicide prevention

• Supporting survivors of suicide loss and those affected by suicide in our mission

Learn more on their website>

Interested in turning your lawn into a native wonderland for birds, bees, and butterflies?

Join Sasha Francis for help applying for your free Planned Natural Landscape Permit from the city before the end of February deadline.

The Native Plant Society of Texas Clear Lake Chapter will have seeds and info to start your own pocket prairie!

Missed the event? Find the permit online here: https://www.galvestontx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/11597/Planned-Natural-Landscape-Exemption-Wildflowers-PDF

Dates:

February 25

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market

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:

February 4

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market

key dates

The election is Saturday, May 4, 2024

7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Early Voting Dates

Monday, April 24 – Friday, April 28

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday, May 1 – Tuesday, May 2

7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Check out what our McGuire Dent Recreation Center has to offer! Learn more about the facility, classes offered, and what memberships are like for residents.

Plus at 10 AM at the market, there will be a free workout class with Amberly, one of their instructors!

Dates:

February 25, 2024

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM – Step Class by Amberly! All are welcomed!

Location:

The Depot on Market

3304 Market, Galveston, TX 77550

About McGuire-Dent Recreation Center

Located at 2222 28th Street, the McGuire-Dent Recreation Center offers a variety of activities for adults and children. The recreation center features a basketball gym, computer lab, game room, racquetball courts and a variety of fitness equipment. The property also features a large outdoor playground, splash pad, basketball court and tennis courts.

Learn more>

Give & receive, share, lend, and express gratitude through a worldwide network of micro-local gift economies.

It is as easy as 1-2-3:

1. Bring what you would like to give. ((No perishable food items & please not a ton of things! 1-2 items per person))

2. Take what you need or want.

3. Any items left will be donated.

It is give, take, or both! We give out of abundance with no expectation of anything in return.

We do not encourage trading/bartering/buying/selling (as that is gifting with expectation of receiving).

Dates:

January 28, 2024

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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

About the Buy Nothing.

Give Freely. Share creatively.

Follow us at https://www.facebook.com/BuyNothingProject/

We offer members 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 this 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).

If you live here, we’d love to have you join us! 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. We’re an adult-only, hyper-local gift economy. We are not a charity or community bulletin board.

Learn more about the The Buy Nothing Project at

http://buynothingproject.org/

The Future is US (TFIU) is proud and honored to announce the inaugural Galveston Black Empowerment Festival: Roots and Resilience February 24th and 25th!

Galveston, the birthplace of Juneteenth, is an island rich in history, resilience, the arts, community, and culture; the Galveston Black Empowerment Festival aims to celebrate this. To create a space for black youth and families to celebrate themselves and black history, The Future is US held the inaugural Black History Talent Show last year. We enjoyed a night of intergenerational fun, community, and talent with over 300 people in attendance. This year, we are expanding and making the Black Empowerment Festival weekend bigger and better! We will be holding a Soul Food Session and Books & Breakfast as well as our Talent Show. Like all TFIU events, our events for the weekend are free!

We are asking community members to donate books and school supplies that we will share with those that attend our Black Empowerment Festival. Books collected will support our Books & Breakfast while the school supplies will be shared with those who need at our Black History Talent Show.

Needs

• Can of Disinfectant Spray

• Kleenex Tissue 85Ct Flat

• Fiskars 5” Blunt Scissors

• Plastic Supply Box 8.5 X 5.75 X 2.5

• Hand-Held Pencil Sharpener

• Elmer’s 4 oz School Glue

• Glue Sticks

• Pink Bevel Eraser (Latex Free)

• 12 -inch ruler with (cm)

• Reusable Water Bottle

• Backpack

• Headphones

• Computer mouse

• TI Calculator

• Wide Ruled Comp Book 100Ct

• Wide Ruled Comp Book 100Ct

• Wide Ruled Spiral Notebooks

• Plastic Pocket With Brad Folders

  Assorted Pocket Only Folder

• Packages of wide-ruled notebook paper

  Composition Notebooks

• Sticky Notes

• Crayola Ultra Clean Wash Thick Markers 8Ct

• Crayola Crayons 24Ct

• No2 Yellow Pencil (Latex Free)

• 1 Colored Pencils 12Ct

• Black or Blue Ink Pens

• Multicolored Highlighters

• Expo2 Low Odor Black Chisel Tip Dry Erase Marker

Dates:

February 4, 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.

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)

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.

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>