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Seahorse Symphony Exhibit Buffalo Soldiers Encampment Kempner Park. School groups will be invited to partake in a day of activities in a camp environment. Oral history lessons and activities. Sponsored by Texas Parks and Wildlife and the Galveston Historical Foundation. For more information call 409-763-4311 or 888-GAL-ISLE or visit www.galvestoncvb.com. June 9th Miss Galveston County Juneteenth Pageant Flagship Hotel Ballroom, 2500 Seawall Boulevard, Galveston, Texas. Contest begins at 7:00 p.m. For more information, contact Dorothy Brown, 409-762-0063. June 13th - 15th 3rd Annual Forum, "Shout Heard "Round The World - Blazing Trails to Freedom: The Underground Railroad in Texas." Holiday Inn on the Beach, 5002 Seawall, Galveston, Texas. Thursday's activities include registration and a tour of African American Historic Sites with tour guide, as well as a tour of Moody Gardens, including an IMAX® 3D Theater presentation. Friday's Forum includes a Genealogical Workshop, a keynote address by Diane Miller, National Parks Service Coordinator, who will speak about Preservation & Family History. Saturday's session includes a presentation by Carl Westmoreland of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, who will speak about Heritage Tourism and International Relationships. For information, contact Allen or Naomi Grundy at (713) 383-8700, (713) 223-5378 or e-mail: Blazingtrail60@hotmail.com. June 19th Annual Galveston Juneteenth Jubileee Parade 11:00 a.m. This festive parade features 70+ units marching from 21st and Harborside to Wright-Cuney Park on 41st and Ball. The parade will be kicked off with gospel singing and a re-enactment of the reading of the General Order 3 from a balcony at 21st Street and Strand. For information, contact Craig Bowie at Public, Inc., (409) 762-5498 or Renee Adame at the Park Board office, (409) 763-6564, ext. 142.
June 1st ELISSA Plankowners Syndicate Party and Auction Annual fund-raiser to benefit the Galveston Historical Foundation's 1877 "tall ship" and Texas Seaport Museum. 7:00 p.m. 21st Street and Harborside Drive. For reservations or additional information, please call the Texas Seaport Museum at 409-763-1877. June 1st and 2nd June 1st, 2nd, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th Animal SuperSenses Exhibit Moody Gardens Discovery Pyramid, One Hope Blvd. Never underestimate the power of the senses; animal senses. Animal SuperSenses is the next exciting interactive traveling exhibit to join the Discovery Pyramid at Moody Gardens. This extraordinary hands-on exhibit offer guests a rare opportunity to see the world through animals eyes, ears, noses, tongues, feet and bones. For more information call 800-582-4673 or visit www.moodygardens.com. June 2nd through September 2nd June 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th June 5th through June 15th Ocean Potion and Sun & Skin Care Products Presents the 2002 Gulf Coast Volleyball Association Tournament Stewart Beach, "SMACK School's Out Beach Party" 9:30am, $5.00 parking fee at Stewart Beach. Stewart Beach has 20 permanent sand volleyball courts, Indoor/Outdoor showers, lifeguards, first aid, and concessions. Stewart Beach is a non-alcohol beach. For more information visit www.gcva.net. June 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th Galveston Historical Foundation's Discovery Day Camp 8 to 10 year old campers will explore the history ad heritage of Galveston Island. The camp will feature a different GHF site each day from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. For more information call GHF's education department at 409-765-7834. June 11th 6th Annual Al Edwards Juneteenth USA Banquet The Old Central Cultural Center, 2627 Avenue M, Galveston, Texas. Banquet speaker: Deborah Jones, Galveston Independent School District Board Member. Tickets are $15 per person. 7:00 p.m. For more information, contact Ennis Williams, 409-744-1491. June 13th 1st Juneteenth Heritage Play The Old Central Cultural Center, 2627 Avenue M, Galveston, Texas. Tickets: Adults $10; Children $5. 7:00 p.m. For more information, contact Maggie Williams, 409-744-1491. June 15th International Freedom Institute Awards Dinner Theater Presentation The COLONEL Paddlewheeler, Moody Gardens. The International Freedom Institute Conductors Award is modeled after the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center award. The award is to recognize contemporary individuals who, by their actions and personal commitment, reflect the spirit and courageous actions of the "Conductors" of the Underground Railroad. The Conductors risked their lives and livelihoods to help those who sought freedom. The "Stationmaster" is one who has been a cornerstone in his community and has shown steadfast subsistence in providing safe haven, direction and information to their community. Dinner cruise: $26 per person; Cash bar; 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. For information, contact Allen or Naomi Grundy at (713) 383-8700 or e-mail: Blazingtrails@hotmail.com. June 15th Ocean Potion and Sun & Skin Care Products Presents the 2002 Gulf Coast Volleyball Association Tournament Stewart Beach, "Plastic Clothing Summer Fun" 9:30am, $5.00 parking fee at Stewart Beach. For more information visit www.gcva.net. June 17th - 28th Hope Therapy's Camp Discovery Moody Gardens, One Hope Boulevard. A special camp for those with physical disabilities. For ages 5 - 9 years. For more information contact 1-800-582-4763 or visit www.moodygardens.com. June 19th 23rd Annual Al Edwards Juneteenth USA, Reading of the Emancipation Proclamation Ashton Villa, 2300 Broadway, Galveston, Texas, 8:00 a.m. Ashton Villa is recognized as the site where General Order 3 of the Emancipation Proclamation was first read by General Gordon Granger in 1865. Activities include: prayer vigil, gospel singing and breakfast. For information, contact Douglas Matthews at (409) 772-8773. June 19th 3rd Annual Gospel Explosion by Mt. Olive Baptist Church Menard Park and Pavilion, 2600 Seawall Boulevard, Galveston, Texas. Activities: All day event featuring performances by gospel groups, food and vendor booths, and activities for the entire family. For information, contact Peter James at (409) 621-1414, or Rob Cahee at (409) 740-1144. June 19th AMC Annual Juneteenth Picnic at Wright-Cuney Park 12:00 noon. 718 41st Street, Galveston, Texas. Traditional picnic at the completion of the parade. Complimentary refreshments provided. For information, contact Annie Mae Charles at (409) 762-5133. June 19th Reedy Chapel AME Church Juneteenth March and Picnic 6:00 p.m. 2013 Broadway, Galveston Texas. From the County Courthouse to a prayer service at the Reedy Chapel, participants are invited to follow the route taken June 19, 1865 by those who heard the message of freedom in the reading of General Order 3 and proceeded to Reedy Chapel for prayer and celebration. June 19th Annual Galveston Juneteenth Jubilee Fireworks Light Up the Gulf 9:00 p.m. 29th and Seawall Boulevard. This spectacular fireworks display is the culmination of all activities for the city-wide Juneteenth Jubilee celebration. For information, contact Craig Bowie, Public, Inc., at (409) 762-5498. June 19th through June 29th |
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