Galveston.com Calendar of Events

Seaside Treasure Festival

21 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Moody Memorial First United Methodist
53rd & Avenue U
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9am – 4pm

The eleventh annual Seaside Treasure Festival will be held on Friday (1-7pm) and Saturday (9am-4pm), November 20-21, 2009.

Seaside features over 100 arts and crafts vendors, a fabulous lunch in the Seaside Cafe, a wonderful silent auction, and much more. Join the fun at Moody Memorial First United Methodist Church, 53rd and Avenue U, Galveston, TX, just two blocks off the seawall.

Festival proceeds support mission and outreach work in the Galveston area. Admission is free.

To request more information, go to www.moody.org… email stf@moody.org, or call (409)744-4526, extension 783 and leave a message.

More info: www.moody.org…

BYOB (Bring Your Own Boat) Guided Paddling Tours

21 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

State Park
14901 FM 3005
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9am – 12pm

The public is invited to take part in free Guided Paddling Tours every Saturday at Galveston Island State Park. Meet at the Nature Center at 9am. Enthusiastic Friends of Galveston Island State Park volunteers guide the way through the bayous, coves and natural and man made marshes of the north side of the park. Enjoy the serenity of floating through almost all of the park habitats from water level and especially experience the long-legged wading birds and raptors as they feed, breed and nest. Bring your own boat, paddle, life jacket and whatever else you may need for the journey. You will be getting in and out of the boat several times, so be sure to wear substantial water tolerant shoes because your feet will get wet and there are oyster beds scattered along the route.

Galveston Island State Park, in Galveston County, is in the City of Galveston on the west end of Galveston Island. It is a 2,013.1-acre site that was acquired in 1969 from private owners under the State Parks Bond Program and was opened in 1975.

Galveston Island is believed to be approximately 5000 years old and has had an interesting history during the past 500 years. It is generally believed Cabeza de Vaca and his crew were shipwrecked here in 1520 and eventually made their way from the island to colonies in Mexico. The LaFitte brothers, fleeing the prosecution of pirates in the United States, established a government here in 1817, with visions of creating a "Manhattan on the Gulf." Commerce did thrive here, but major storms in 1867, 1871, 1875, and 1886 greatly slowed progress. The great storm of 1900 devastated the island, killing 5000 to 10,000 people, and prompted the construction of the seawall which protects the northern half of the island.

Wading and shore birds, mottled and mallard ducks, raccoons, armadillos, and marsh rabbits can be found in the park for observation and photography.

More info: www.fogisp.org

Birding 201

21 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9 – 11am

Galveston is home to hundreds of species of birds. Egrets, herons, ducks, hawks and gulls are a few who spend time on the Island. Those interested in learning more about area birds are invited to Moody Gardens for Birding 201.

Birding 201 classes, held the third Saturday of every month, brings birding enthusiasts to different spots on the island to view birds of all colors and sizes.

Birding 201 classes bring participants to see birds at various locations in Galveston including Sportsman’s Road, Eight-Mile Road and Galveston Island State Park.

What can birding enthusiasts expect to see on these trips? Shore birds, waterfowl, birds of prey and songbirds. Specifically, they’re likely to see snowy egrets, ospreys, American Oyster Catchers and several types of herons. Participants for these classes are encouraged to bring binoculars, a field guide and to wear outdoor-appropriate shoes.

Moody Gardens entered into a partnership with the Galveston Nature Tourism Council in early 2005 and began hosting birding workshops in March 2005. Moody Gardens is a public, non-profit, educational destination utilizing nature in the advancement of rehabilitation, conservation, recreation, and research.

Birding 201 classes meet at the Aquarium Pyramid at 9:00 am. The classes cost $5.00 and include transportation and soft drinks. Reservations should be made no later than the Wednesday prior to the class. To reserve a space, call (409)683-4105.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Yoga Sangha with Courtney

21 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9 – 10:15am

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

A mixed-level community class, students of all levels are encouraged to deepen their practice - cultivating intelligence, strength, vitality and compassion. Class includes standing poses, twists, forward & backbends, and inversions.

More info: galveston.com…

Beach & Surf Exploration

21 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

State Park
14901 FM 3005
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10 – 11:30am

The public is invited to take part in free Beach & Surf Exploration lectures every Saturday at Galveston Island State Park. Meet at the Nature Center at 10am. Get a close-up look at the many critters that inhabit the sand, surf and seaweed with some hands-on seining and digging under the guidance of volunteer beachcombers of Friends of Galveston Island State Park and Texas Master Naturalists. You can help with seining or stay dry and just inspect the catch.

Galveston Island State Park, in Galveston County, is in the City of Galveston on the west end of Galveston Island. It is a 2,013.1-acre site that was acquired in 1969 from private owners under the State Parks Bond Program and was opened in 1975.

Galveston Island is believed to be approximately 5000 years old and has had an interesting history during the past 500 years. It is generally believed Cabeza de Vaca and his crew were shipwrecked here in 1520 and eventually made their way from the island to colonies in Mexico. The LaFitte brothers, fleeing the prosecution of pirates in the United States, established a government here in 1817, with visions of creating a "Manhattan on the Gulf." Commerce did thrive here, but major storms in 1867, 1871, 1875, and 1886 greatly slowed progress. The great storm of 1900 devastated the island, killing 5000 to 10,000 people, and prompted the construction of the seawall which protects the northern half of the island.

Wading and shore birds, mottled and mallard ducks, raccoons, armadillos, and marsh rabbits can be found in the park for observation and photography.

More info: www.fogisp.org

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

21 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10 – 11:40am

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Gayle Reynolds: "Palms, Cats, and Galveston Houses"

21 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

The Water's Edge
1302 21st Street
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10am – 5pm

The Water's Edge features "Palms, Cats, and Galveston Houses," a collection of paintings by Gayle Reynolds.

The Water's Edge Studio in Gallery is owned by Galveston artists Gayle and Rex Reynolds.

The gallery specializes in watercolors and oils, with a special emphasis on tropical palm trees, historic homes and buildings, and other Galveston scenery.

Rex also builds exquisite wooden dories, which are small, shallow-draft boats in a variety of styles and colors.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Jim Bragg: "Light on the Bay and the Vine"

21 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Silk Stocking Gallery
25th & Avenue L
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10am – 6pm

J Bangle's new Silk Stocking Gallery is located at 25th & Avenue L, the 1913 building that once housed the Viani Corner Store at Avenue L and 25th Street.

The gallery currently features Jim Bragg's "Light on the Bay and the Vine."

Since 1981, J. Bangle Galleries has helped patrons from around the world frame those cherished possessions most important to them. Included among the gallery's most famous frame jobs are prints of Galveston's Tall Ship Elissa for James Michener and Prince Charles, as well as an original Gauguin.

Voted Best Gallery in Galveston County by readers of the local newspaper, the Gallery also offers a host of other treasures including antiques, collectibles, and a tasteful collection of old coin sets and frames.

But according to Bangle, the heart of the gallery is the art collection by renowned local and national artists; most notably, "Galveston's own" Pam Heidt.

When visiting the Island, stop by J. Bangle Galleries, and experience why this is one of Galveston's favorite destinations!

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Group Exhibition"

21 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Local Color
120 20th Street
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10am – 6pm

Local Color Gallery presents a group exhibition with works by Darren Cleveland, David L. Vollmer, Mike Meadors, Kai Urushihara, Lorraine Martin, and John Skarda.

Local Color features an array of artwork by local artists, as well as wide selection of gift items. The gallery features beautiful, digital photography by Darren Cleveland, hand-knitted wire creations by David L. Vollmer, unique Galveston postcards, dazzling sculpture and jewelry by Beverly Cox, rich flavorful Giordano Coffee, soy-blended Jazz candles, and much more.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"James Busby: Galveston Rising"

21 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Bogan Gallery
2217 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10am – 5pm

Bogan Gallery presents James Busby's "Galveston Rising."

James Busby is a prolific artist who is inspired by the natural environment. Viewers will find evidence of West Texas scenery and the Southwest United States in many of his paintings and sculptures. Busby uses his childhood experiences from the Woodlands of East Texas and the Texas Plains country to interpret nature in a unique style which incorporates elements of his major influences; the French Impressionists, J.M.W. Turner, Gustave Klimt and Paul Jenkins.

Bogan Gallery is located at 2217 Postoffice Street, and is owned and operated by Susan Bogan. Mrs. Bogan is an Art Historian and a university Art History instructor who has left the academic world to open the gallery in Galveston.

The works exhibited in the gallery have a diverse range, from Native American influences to modern abstraction, from impressionist landscapes to glass, ceramics, and woodturning.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Schlitterbahn Heated Indoor Season

21 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Schlitterbahn Waterpark
2026 Lockheed Drive
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10am – 5pm

Splash into the World’s #1 Indoor Waterpark at Schlitterbahn Galveston Island! Whatever the weather, surfing, splashing fun is on at Schlitterbahn’s Wasserfest indoor park. Hot or cold, rain or shine, Schlitterbahn’s got you covered with climate-controlled rivers, slides, and pools that will put you in a tropical mood!

More info: www.galveston.com…

“The Moodys of Galveston, a Texas Banking Family”

21 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 11am – 3pm

This exhibit traces the history of early Texas banking and the involvement of the Moody family of Galveston in the expansion of that industry. Colonel William Lewis Moody began the family’s banking heritage by serving as president of the National Bank of Texas, which was the second bank established in the state receiving its charter on March 6, 1866. His son, W. L. Moody, Jr., continued the family tradition with the founding of City National Bank in 1907 and the establishment of W. L. Moody and Company Bankers, Unincorporated in 1916. W. L. Moody, Jr.’s daughter, Mary Moody Northen, and his grandson, Robert L. Moody, Sr., upheld the family banking tradition. Learn about the history of this family and their leadership in the development of the Texas banking industry.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

21 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 11am – 12pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Maggie Fuller: "...and a Hard Place"

21 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

DesignWorks
2119 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 11am – 7pm

DesignWorks gallery presents Maggie Fuller's "...and a Hard Place," on exhibition thru November 22, 2009.

DesignWorks creates interiors for a wide variety of projects, including both new construction and renovations.

National credits include numerous primary residences and second homes, as well as corporate offices and other commercial interiors.

With over 30 years of experience, DesignWorks understands and carefully considers the impact of structural, mechanical and electrical systems on the creative and functional design of interior spaces.

Working with architects, builders and homeowners alike, DesignWorks partners with clients, creatively solving design challenges within budget.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Chuy Benitez: Summer in the City" and "Mark Schatz: Earth Below Us"

21 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Galveston Arts Center in Exile 2
2501 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 11am – 5pm

Galveston Arts Center is pleased to present two exhibitions in conjunction with the October 10th ArtWalk. "Chuy Benitez: Summer in the City" and "Mark Schatz: Earth Below us" will remain on view through November 22, 2009, and are free and open to the public. Curator Clint Willour will lead a gallery talk with the artists at 6:15 pm.

"Chuy Benitez: Summer in the City" features digitally-composed color panoramic photographs taken in New York City in 2009 and Houston in 2008. Documenting ethnic community groups, Benitez photographed “Danzantes” (traditional Aztec fire dancers) in Central Park and a Hare Krishna parade in lower Manhattan. Using digital imaging technology, Benitez “stitches” together multiple photographs to create a single horizontal image. “‘New’ techniques of photography have kept ethnic communities in the US undocumented within the national culture simply because the members within the community cannot often afford the equipment necessary to create these advanced images…,” Benitez writes. “Images made within ethnic communities are often looked down upon as being ‘behind the times’ or as naïve images.” It is through his photos that Benitez, using ultra-modern artistic practices, is able to visually represent communities that may otherwise be overlooked or otherwise thought of as unsophisticated.

In 2008, Benitez photographed the after effects of Hurricane Ike on Houston’s Hispanic community, documenting the distribution of supplies and bottled water and clean-up and repair efforts. These works were recently included in the publication, "Houston. It’s Worth It. IKE." Benitez is an internationally exhibited and collected Chicano photographer who currently lives and works in Houston, but is originally from El Paso. He received a BA in photography from the University of Notre Dame in 2005, and an MFA in photography/digital media from the University of Houston in 2008. His work is in the permanent collections of The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, the Gilberto Cardenas Collection of Latino Art, and Mexic-Arte Museum, Austin.

Sculptor Mark Schatz turns the world upside down in his site-specific sculptural installation addressing the potential effects of global warming. Using materials accumulated or discarded in domestic environments (cardboard, scrap wood and Styrofoam), and scale-modeling methods used by hobbyists, Schatz fabricates worlds that are both obsessively meticulous and improvisational. “Inspired in part by the devastating impact of economic or natural disasters, as well as the reinvention and rediscovery that can follow in their wake,” writes Schatz “it is not always clear whether these unstable landscapes are growing, slipping into gradual decay, or both.”

A native of Michigan, Schatz received a BFA in sculpture in 1998 from the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, and an MFA in from The University of Texas at Austin in 2005. He currently lives in Houston and teaches at The Glassell School of Art at The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, and San Jacinto College. His work has most recently been featured in exhibitions at Lawndale Art Center in Houston, and College of the Mainland, Texas City.

Galveston Arts Center is currently operating “in exile” from our second temporary downtown gallery space—the site of the former Maceo’s Spice and Import Company located on the corner of Market and 25th Streets. The administrative offices are also at this location. The gallery and selections from GAC’s museum shop, ArtWorks, are open to the public Wednesday through Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm. A flyer listing all ArtWalk participants with times and locations can be downloaded at www.galvestonartscenter.org.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Margaret Smithers-Crump & Marlene Matalon: Two Solo Exhibitions"

21 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Buchanan Gallery
220 25th Street
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 11am – 6pm

Join Buchanan Gallery as it hosts "Margaret Smithers-Crump & Marlene Matalon - Two Solo Exhibitions."

Margaret Smithers-Crump will present a collection of mid career, mixed media works on wood that transition beatuifully into her current and very unique creations on acrylic.

Marlene Matalon features an intimate collection of pastel paintings on woven inkjet prints, mounted on gilded backgrounds. Matalon states "I've enjoyed creating these faces more than any previous work that I have ever done."

The exhibitions continue thru November 21, 2009.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Rene' Wiley's "New Work" and "Ike Woodwork" by James Phillips & Dale Hooks

21 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Rene' Wiley Studio Gallery
2128 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 11am – 6pm

This exhibition features New Work by Rene' Wiley, and woodwork from reclaimed Ike trees by James Phillips and Dale Hooks. On exhibit thru November 23, 2009.

Rene' Wiley Studio & Gallery is located on Galveston Island. The subject for most of her work is the warm Gulf Coast light that illuminiates the harbors, wetlands, alleyways and an assortment of interesting structures. Victorian homes line the streets of her neighborhood, with the Seawall on one end and the historic Strand on the other - so inspiration is always close at hand.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Restorative Yoga with Kathleen

21 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 11am – 12:15pm

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

An Iyengar-style class using props to target openings, create stability and enhance alignment. Postures are held for an extended time to increase benefi ts. This practice is challenging, rejuvenative and relaxing. Suitable for all levels.

More info: galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

21 Nov 2009 17:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 11:30am – 12:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Wild Ocean IMAX 3D"

21 Nov 2009 17:50:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 11:50am – 12:30pm

Wild Ocean is in an uplifting, giant screen cinema experience capturing one of nature's greatest migration spectacles. Plunge into an underwater feeding frenzy, amidst the dolphins, sharks, whales, gannets, seals and billions of fish. Filmed off the Wild Coast of South Africa, Wild Ocean is a timely documentary that celebrates the animals that now depend on us to survive and the efforts by the local people to protect this invaluable ecological resource. Hope is alive on the Wild Coast, where Africa meets the sea.

Each year a feeding frenzy of sharks, dolphins, whales and other big game fish takes place along the Wild Coast of South Africa, as billions of sardines migrate up the KwaZulu-Natal Coast. Wild Ocean delves into this underwater struggle and examines the effects that global warming and over fishing have had on the great migration and local people.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

21 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12 – 1pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

21 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12 – 12:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island" Grand Opening

21 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12 – 2pm

Moody Gardens recently announced the opening of Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 21featuring a special presentation by Exhibit Curator Suzanne Seriff PhD.

The exhibit chronicles the Port of Galveston’s largely forgotten history as a major gateway to American immigration from 1845 to 1924. Forgotten Gateway builds on a growing scholarly and public interest in the history of migration patterns to America and Galveston’s place as one of the nation’s top immigrant ports in that history.

“This exhibit is the first of its kind to explore Galveston’s legacy as a port of entry on a national scale,” said John Zendt, Moody Gardens general manager. “We are very excited to have it here on the island and bring to light the little-known yet rich era of Galveston’s history and just how important it was to the growth of Texas and the American Midwest.”

Long before Ellis Island processed its first immigrant, Galveston was a port of entry for hundreds of thousands of immigrants. While the New York counterpart made it a natural port for Europeans, Galveston attracted a diverse group of people from Europe, Mexico, South and Central America and even Asia. In addition, before the Civil War, it was a major port for forced migration – the sale and transport of slaves from Africa and other points in the United States to Texas.

The exhibit highlights enduring humanities themes in the history of immigration including: the dangers of the journey; making a life in a new land; navigating bureaucracy; confronting discrimination; and becoming “American.” These trials and tribulations are illuminated through personal stories, dynamic visitor interactive kiosks, engaging media pieces, and more than 200 original artifacts and documents. The exhibit originated from a comment a 10th-grader made on a heritage trip to Ellis Island. “Why do we need to go to New York,” asked the student. “My grandparents came through Galveston.”

Forgotten Gateway will be on exhibit through September 11, 2010. Admission will be $8.95. For more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Polar Express 4D"

21 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12 – 9pm

Continuous showing every 15 minutes.

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

21 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12 – 9pm

A continuous showing of "Santa's Late! The Ride" back-to-back for 9 hours.

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Gardens Outdoor Ice Skating Rink

21 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12 – 4pm

In addition to over 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertainment, visitors can strap on a pair of skates and glide across the ice at the area’s only Outdoor Ice Skating Rink. The brand new rink features the beautiful scenery of the Offatts Bayou.

$5.95 for adults, children and seniors($5.00 extra for skate rentals) $30.00 for adults, children and seniors. Includes unlimited admission to Festival of Lights and Outdoor Ice Skating Rink and skate rentals. Season Pass is good from Nov. 14, 2009 through Jan. 2, 2010.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

21 Nov 2009 18:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12:20 – 2:30pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"2012"

21 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12:30 – 3:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Curse of Skull Rock"

21 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12:30 – 12:45pm

"The Curse of Skull Rock" is a swashbuckling animated adventure that pits plucky cabin girl Jill Hopkins against the tyrannical Captain Scabb in pursuit of the lost treasure of Skull Rock.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Planet 51"

21 Nov 2009 18:35:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12:35 – 2:45pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"The Fourth Kind"

21 Nov 2009 18:40:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12:40 – 2:18pm

In 1972, a scale of measurement was established for alien encounters. When a UFO is sighted, it is called an encounter of the first kind. When evidence is collected, it is known as an encounter of the second kind. When contact is made with extraterrestrials, it is the third kind. The next level, abduction, is the fourth kind. This encounter has been the most difficult to document-until now. Set in modern-day Nome, Alaska, where--mysteriously since the 1960s--a disproportionate number of the population has been reported missing every year. Despite multiple FBI investigations of the region, the truth has never been discovered. Here in this remote region, psychologist Dr. Abigail Tyler began videotaping sessions with traumatized patients and unwittingly discovered some of the most disturbing evidence of alien abduction ever documented.

More info: www.thefourthkind.net

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

21 Nov 2009 18:45:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12:45 – 2:25pm

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

21 Nov 2009 18:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12:50 – 2:26pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

"The Blind Side"

21 Nov 2009 18:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 12:50 – 2:58pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"Couples Retreat"

21 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1 – 2:47pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

Moody Mansion Tour

21 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1 – 2pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

21 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1 – 1:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

21 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1 – 2pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"November Show"

21 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Art League Gallery
2117A Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1 – 6pm

The Galveston Art League presents its November Show.

The Galveston Art League was founded in June, 1914. Today, it enjoys the distinction of being the oldest art league in Texas. Throughout the years, the league has exhibited the work of local artists, sponsored art instruction by well known artists, provided student scholarships and introduced Galvestonians to the cultural world.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Paranormal Activity"

21 Nov 2009 19:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:05 – 2:44pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

21 Nov 2009 19:10:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:10 – 3:20pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Law Abiding Citizen"

21 Nov 2009 19:15:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:15 – 3:17pm

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

"2012"

21 Nov 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 1:30 – 4:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

Magazine Unplugged

21 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Crow's Cantina
2408 Strand
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 2 – 6pm

Crow's Cantina presents live music by Magazine Unplugged.

Crow's Cantina Bar and Grill is an excellent place for people watching, drinkin', and fun.

Crow's has become well known to locals and cruise ship passengers for some of the best live music on the Island, and for its excellent Strand location, literally steps from the Cruise Terminal.

Crow's great staff is dedicated to making sure your visit is enjoyable as it is unforgettable.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

21 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 2 – 3pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

21 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 2 – 2:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Restoration in Progress" Tours

21 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Ashton Villa
2328 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 2 – 2:45pm

Ashton Villa is currently hosting “Restoration in Progress" Tours at Ashton Villa," every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. The tours lead visitors through the still unfinished, unfurnished main floor, whose original plaster walls are still drying, describing in detail the damage that occurred to the property as a result of Hurricane Ike and the steps that will be necessary to fully restore the mansion. The undamaged, still furnished second floor of Ashton Villa will be included in the tour as well.

The oldest mansion on Broadway, Ashton Villa was built in 1859 on the eve of the Civil War. It was operated as a house museum by Galveston Historical Foundation for decades until its first floor was flooded by Hurricane Ike on September 12, 2008.

The new Friday, Saturday, and Sunday tours at Ashton Villa will be held at 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. The price will be $9 for adults ($2 will go to match the Save America's Treasures Grant), $6 for students 6 to 18, $23 for a family pass (two adults and up to three students under 18), and free for kids 0 to 5.

The new tour will cover the history of the house, the family, the 1900 Hurricane, the grade raising, Hurricane Ike, and preservation/restoration problems of the house has faced both before and after Hurricane Ike. Problems such as the deterioration of the brick, the rising damp, will be covered, as will the possible solutions to those problems, and the damage and remediation of the building after Ike.

For more information, call 409-762-2475.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

21 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 2:30 – 3:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

21 Nov 2009 20:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 2:35 – 3:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Planet 51"

21 Nov 2009 20:55:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 2:55 – 5:05pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

Rita Rudner

21 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

The Grand
2020 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 3 – 5pm

Well-known Vegas entertainer Rita Rudner brings her trademark epigrammatic style to The Grand 1894 Opera House for two hilarious performances on Saturday, November 21 at 3 and 8 pm. Sponsored in part by Atlantis Plastics and the Houston Chronicle, Rita’s take on shopping, diets, relationships and (more) shopping will have you rolling in the aisles!

In a city of cabarets and production shows, Rita Rudner is one of the few Las Vegas female headliners who has achieved success by keeping her clothes on. An accomplished actress, best-selling author and comedian, Rudner's witty commentary on men and relationships has earned her national acclaim and awards. With her off-kilter, sing-songy delivery that kind of line comes off a lot less dark when she’s saying it, but no matter the subject, Rudner is a true pro with perfect timing, a knack for cutting to the heart of things, and now, after five years at New York-New York, has a ongoing gig at the big showroom at Harrah’s.

Rudner doesn’t rely on shtick or props or wacky backdrops to get her point across. It’s just her, a curtain, a spotlight, and a microphone. This is stand-up comedy the way it was intended it to be! Now that she is the proud parent of a four-year-old, she also works in some good “mommy” material, complete with the notion that being a working mom in Vegas is perfect because she has hired a Rita Rudner impersonator as a nanny so her daughter never knows that she’s not there. “He’s really great with her,” Rudner says.

Don't miss the chance to see this award-winning comedian who famously mused, "When I meet a man I ask myself, 'Is this the man I want my children to spend their weekends with?'"

Ticket prices range from $48 to $88. Special discounts for group and senior citizen tickets may be available. For information about this and other performances scheduled, contact The Grand's box office at 409.765.1894, 800.821.1894, or visit The Grand’s web site at www.thegrand.com. The Grand is located at 2020 Postoffice Street, in historic downtown Galveston. The theatre is accessible by trolley. All major credit cards accepted.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"The Fourth Kind"

21 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 3 – 4:38pm

In 1972, a scale of measurement was established for alien encounters. When a UFO is sighted, it is called an encounter of the first kind. When evidence is collected, it is known as an encounter of the second kind. When contact is made with extraterrestrials, it is the third kind. The next level, abduction, is the fourth kind. This encounter has been the most difficult to document-until now. Set in modern-day Nome, Alaska, where--mysteriously since the 1960s--a disproportionate number of the population has been reported missing every year. Despite multiple FBI investigations of the region, the truth has never been discovered. Here in this remote region, psychologist Dr. Abigail Tyler began videotaping sessions with traumatized patients and unwittingly discovered some of the most disturbing evidence of alien abduction ever documented.

More info: www.thefourthkind.net

Bishop's Palace Tours

21 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 3 – 3:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Restoration in Progress" Tours

21 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Ashton Villa
2328 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 3 – 3:45pm

Ashton Villa is currently hosting “Restoration in Progress" Tours at Ashton Villa," every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. The tours lead visitors through the still unfinished, unfurnished main floor, whose original plaster walls are still drying, describing in detail the damage that occurred to the property as a result of Hurricane Ike and the steps that will be necessary to fully restore the mansion. The undamaged, still furnished second floor of Ashton Villa will be included in the tour as well.

The oldest mansion on Broadway, Ashton Villa was built in 1859 on the eve of the Civil War. It was operated as a house museum by Galveston Historical Foundation for decades until its first floor was flooded by Hurricane Ike on September 12, 2008.

The new Friday, Saturday, and Sunday tours at Ashton Villa will be held at 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. The price will be $9 for adults ($2 will go to match the Save America's Treasures Grant), $6 for students 6 to 18, $23 for a family pass (two adults and up to three students under 18), and free for kids 0 to 5.

The new tour will cover the history of the house, the family, the 1900 Hurricane, the grade raising, Hurricane Ike, and preservation/restoration problems of the house has faced both before and after Hurricane Ike. Problems such as the deterioration of the brick, the rising damp, will be covered, as will the possible solutions to those problems, and the damage and remediation of the building after Ike.

For more information, call 409-762-2475.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

21 Nov 2009 21:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 3:05 – 4:41pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

"Paranormal Activity"

21 Nov 2009 21:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 3:05 – 4:44pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

21 Nov 2009 21:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 3:20 – 5:30pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

21 Nov 2009 21:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 3:35 – 4:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"The Blind Side"

21 Nov 2009 21:45:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 3:45 – 5:53pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"2012"

21 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 4 – 6:38pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Couples Retreat"

21 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 4 – 5:47pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

21 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 4 – 6:10pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

Behind the Scenes Tour

21 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 4 – 5pm

A unique opportunity to tour Galveston Island’s masterpiece, named the 14th most important Victorian building in America by the American Institute of Architects, from basement to attic. Guests will view areas not normally open to the public.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

21 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 4 – 5pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Restoration in Progress" Tours

21 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Ashton Villa
2328 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 4 – 4:45pm

Ashton Villa is currently hosting “Restoration in Progress" Tours at Ashton Villa," every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. The tours lead visitors through the still unfinished, unfurnished main floor, whose original plaster walls are still drying, describing in detail the damage that occurred to the property as a result of Hurricane Ike and the steps that will be necessary to fully restore the mansion. The undamaged, still furnished second floor of Ashton Villa will be included in the tour as well.

The oldest mansion on Broadway, Ashton Villa was built in 1859 on the eve of the Civil War. It was operated as a house museum by Galveston Historical Foundation for decades until its first floor was flooded by Hurricane Ike on September 12, 2008.

The new Friday, Saturday, and Sunday tours at Ashton Villa will be held at 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. The price will be $9 for adults ($2 will go to match the Save America's Treasures Grant), $6 for students 6 to 18, $23 for a family pass (two adults and up to three students under 18), and free for kids 0 to 5.

The new tour will cover the history of the house, the family, the 1900 Hurricane, the grade raising, Hurricane Ike, and preservation/restoration problems of the house has faced both before and after Hurricane Ike. Problems such as the deterioration of the brick, the rising damp, will be covered, as will the possible solutions to those problems, and the damage and remediation of the building after Ike.

For more information, call 409-762-2475.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Law Abiding Citizen"

21 Nov 2009 22:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 4:05 – 6:07pm

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

21 Nov 2009 22:20:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 4:20 – 6pm

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Planet 51"

21 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 5 – 7:10pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

Joe Sewell

21 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Hotel Galvez
2024 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 5 – 10pm

Enjoy the classic sounds of Joe Sewell every Saturday from 5 - 10 pm in the Lobby Bar of Hotel Galvez. This historic bar was originally located in one of the last speakeasies in Galveston - Old Galveston Club.

A sparkling vision of Victorian elegance rising from the sand and surf, the Hotel Galvez - A Wyndham Historic Hotel in Galveston, Texas, was known as the "Queen of the Gulf" on the day she opened in 1911. For nearly a century, this charming Galveston hotel has been the choice of guests as demanding and diverse as Teddy Roosevelt, Howard Hughes, and Frank Sinatra. A multi-million dollar renovation has restored the Hotel Galvez to its rightful place as a timeless showplace on the Gulf of Mexico.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Leah Stonum

21 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

The Tremont House
2300 Mechanic St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 5 – 10pm

Enjoy the classic sounds of Leah Stonum in the historic Toujouse Bar. Live entertainment is scheduled every Friday and Saturday evening. The Toujouse Bar now offers a selection single malt scotches, small batch bourbons and a variety of martinis.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Paranormal Activity"

21 Nov 2009 23:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 5:20 – 6:59pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"The Fourth Kind"

21 Nov 2009 23:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 5:20 – 6:58pm

In 1972, a scale of measurement was established for alien encounters. When a UFO is sighted, it is called an encounter of the first kind. When evidence is collected, it is known as an encounter of the second kind. When contact is made with extraterrestrials, it is the third kind. The next level, abduction, is the fourth kind. This encounter has been the most difficult to document-until now. Set in modern-day Nome, Alaska, where--mysteriously since the 1960s--a disproportionate number of the population has been reported missing every year. Despite multiple FBI investigations of the region, the truth has never been discovered. Here in this remote region, psychologist Dr. Abigail Tyler began videotaping sessions with traumatized patients and unwittingly discovered some of the most disturbing evidence of alien abduction ever documented.

More info: www.thefourthkind.net

"2012"

21 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 5:30 – 8:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

21 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 5:30 – 7:06pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

Festival of Lights

22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 6 – 10pm

Festive sights and sounds will once again fill the air at Moody Gardens during the Festival of Lights November 14th through January 2nd. As one of the largest holiday celebrations on the Gulf Coast, the annual event receives over 85,000 visitors, many of whom have made the festival their own holiday tradition.

Santa Claus will kick off the festivities on November 14th by parachuting in to switch on a mile-long trail of more than one million lights. The festival will be celebrated on Thursdays through Saturdays between November 20th and December 12th and daily starting December 17th through January 2nd, from 6pm to 10pm.

In addition to over 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertainment, visitors can strap on a pair of skates and glide across the ice at the area’s only Outdoor Ice Skating Rink. Indoors, visitors can take pictures with Santa or enjoy a variety of holiday-themed films at the IMAX 3D Theater, Ridefilm Theater and 4D Special FX Theater. In the spirit of tradition, Polar Express 4D will return with interactive special effects like snow, wind and the smell of hot chocolate to engage all the viewers’ senses.

Friends, family or colleagues can enjoy each other’s company over the annual Holiday Dinner Buffet at the Garden Restaurant or at the Gift of Christmas Live Show and Dinner which combines a fine dining experience with a festive performance by Texas’ brightest talents.

Admission to the Festival of Lights is $5.95, and tickets to additional attractions including the Rainforest Pyramid, holiday IMAX 3D film, holiday Ridefilm, Outdoor Ice Skating Rink and Colonel Paddlewheel Boat, can be purchased for $5 each with a Festival of Lights ticket. For more information, please call 800-582-4673 or visit moodygardens.org.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Gardens Outdoor Ice Skating Rink

22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 6 – 10pm

In addition to over 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertainment, visitors can strap on a pair of skates and glide across the ice at the area’s only Outdoor Ice Skating Rink. The brand new rink features the beautiful scenery of the Offatts Bayou.

$5.95 for adults, children and seniors($5.00 extra for skate rentals) $30.00 for adults, children and seniors. Includes unlimited admission to Festival of Lights and Outdoor Ice Skating Rink and skate rentals. Season Pass is good from Nov. 14, 2009 through Jan. 2, 2010.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

22 Nov 2009 00:10:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 6:10 – 8:20pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

22 Nov 2009 00:10:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 6:10 – 6:44pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

22 Nov 2009 00:55:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 6:55 – 8:35pm

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7 – 9:10pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

Colonel Paddlewheel Boat Dinner Cruise

22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Colonel Paddlewheel Boat
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7 – 10pm

Enjoy holiday lights from across the Offatts Bayou. Eat well, dance all night long and enjoy festivities on an authentic replica of an 1800-style Paddlewheeler decorated for the holiday season. The Colonel Paddlewheel Boat ride will feature nonstop dancing with a live DJ, a dinner buffet and a full-service cash bar. Tickets must be purchased by Thursday before the dinner ride at 1-888-740-7797.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Angelo Tolentino

22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The San Luis Bar
5222 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7 – 11pm

The San Luis Bar welcomes live music by Angelo Tolentino, every Tuesday thru Thursday evenings 7pm - 11pm.

An ocean of opportunity awaits you at The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center, a 30-acre year round beachfront resort on Galveston Island and recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award since 2000.

More info: galveston.com…

Thrill Hill and The Real Deal

22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Boudreaux’s on the Bayou
6310 Heards Lane
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7 – 11pm

Boudreaux’s on the Bayou welcomes live music by Thrill Hill and The Real Deal.

An Offatts Bayou landmark, Boudreaux’s on the Bayou features a stunning view, convenient boat slips, burgers and light appetizers, refreshing beverages, and weekly live music.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"The Blind Side"

22 Nov 2009 01:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:05 – 9:13pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"Couples Retreat"

22 Nov 2009 01:10:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:10 – 8:57pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

"Planet 51"

22 Nov 2009 01:15:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:15 – 9:25pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"Law Abiding Citizen"

22 Nov 2009 01:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:20 – 9:22pm

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

"2012"

22 Nov 2009 01:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:30 – 10:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"The Box"

22 Nov 2009 01:35:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:35 – 9:22pm

An unhappily married couple receive a small wooden box on their doorstep. At the push of a button, the box brings its bearer instant wealth but also instantly kills someone the bearer doesn't know.

More info: thebox-movie.warnerbros.com

"Paranormal Activity"

22 Nov 2009 01:40:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:40 – 9:19pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

22 Nov 2009 01:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:50 – 9:26pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

Rita Rudner

22 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMT

The Grand
2020 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 8 – 10pm

Well-known Vegas entertainer Rita Rudner brings her trademark epigrammatic style to The Grand 1894 Opera House for two hilarious performances on Saturday, November 21 at 3 and 8 pm. Sponsored in part by Atlantis Plastics and the Houston Chronicle, Rita’s take on shopping, diets, relationships and (more) shopping will have you rolling in the aisles!

In a city of cabarets and production shows, Rita Rudner is one of the few Las Vegas female headliners who has achieved success by keeping her clothes on. An accomplished actress, best-selling author and comedian, Rudner's witty commentary on men and relationships has earned her national acclaim and awards. With her off-kilter, sing-songy delivery that kind of line comes off a lot less dark when she’s saying it, but no matter the subject, Rudner is a true pro with perfect timing, a knack for cutting to the heart of things, and now, after five years at New York-New York, has a ongoing gig at the big showroom at Harrah’s.

Rudner doesn’t rely on shtick or props or wacky backdrops to get her point across. It’s just her, a curtain, a spotlight, and a microphone. This is stand-up comedy the way it was intended it to be! Now that she is the proud parent of a four-year-old, she also works in some good “mommy” material, complete with the notion that being a working mom in Vegas is perfect because she has hired a Rita Rudner impersonator as a nanny so her daughter never knows that she’s not there. “He’s really great with her,” Rudner says.

Don't miss the chance to see this award-winning comedian who famously mused, "When I meet a man I ask myself, 'Is this the man I want my children to spend their weekends with?'"

Ticket prices range from $48 to $88. Special discounts for group and senior citizen tickets may be available. For information about this and other performances scheduled, contact The Grand's box office at 409.765.1894, 800.821.1894, or visit The Grand’s web site at www.thegrand.com. The Grand is located at 2020 Postoffice Street, in historic downtown Galveston. The theatre is accessible by trolley. All major credit cards accepted.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

22 Nov 2009 02:55:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 8:55 – 10:35pm

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Lucky Boyd & Grady Lee

22 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Old Quarter
413 20th St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9pm – 1am

Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe presents live music by Lucky Boyd & Grady Lee, this Saturday evening, 9pm - 1am. No cover.

Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe is one of the most memorable live music venues in the Houston area, if not all of Texas. Owner Rex (Wrecks) Bell welcomes patrons to this intimate, non-pretentious corner bar, where the tunes rock and the drinks flow.

Artists like ZZ Top, Secret Agent 8, Grady Lee, JT Van Zandt, Sisters Morales, Richard Dobson & Lady Boyd, Don Sanders, the PC Cowboys, L'Amant, Freddie Krc, Jesse Dayton, Harlem Slim, Paul Sprawl, and Eden Brent are just some of the legendary talents that grace the stage weekly at this nightspot that always wows.

Old Quarter is located in the middle of the Postoffice Street Arts & Entertainment District, around the corner from a host of renowned restaurants, art galleries, shopping, and nightlife.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Eleventh Hour

22 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

B. Jiggers Lounge
5002 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9pm – 1am

B.Jigger's Lounge presents live music by Eleventh Hour. No cover.

B. Jiggers Lounge, located within Holiday Inn Resort, features live music, dancing, and drink specials.

Holiday Inn Resort has eight-stories of Gulf view rooms on Galveston Island located at the San Luis Resort in the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast! Most of the rooms have private balconies overlooking the Gulf or the pool. The Jetty Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as room service. B’Jiggers Lounge offers live entertainment and Happy Hour specials.

Holiday Inn Resort is centrally located to many Galveston attractions like the beach, Rainforest Café and Adventure Ride, and shopping at the Historical Strand District.

Stay before or after a cruise and leave your car at the hotel. Holiday Inn provides a shuttle to and from the cruise terminals.

Whether you want to take a historic home tour at Bishop’s Palace, Moody Mansion or Ashton Villa or catch a play at The Grand 1894 Opera House, Holiday Inn Resort is the place to stay.

Galveston also has numerous businesses surrounding the hotel. The Galveston Island Convention Center is only blocks away. Prominent universities such as Texas A & M University and University of Texas Medical Branch, as well as American National Insurance, are minutes away. Houston is just up the road making the Holiday Inn THE place to stay! Galveston Island is the home of many Special Events such as: Lone Star Motorcycle Rally, Dickens on the Strand, Mardi Gras, and more.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"2012"

22 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9 – 11:38pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

22 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9 – 11:10pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

The Dave Nevlin Band

22 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Crow's Cantina
2408 Strand
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9pm – 1am

Crow's Cantina presents The Dave Nevlin Band.

Crow's Cantina Bar and Grill is an excellent place for people watching, drinkin', and fun.

Crow's has become well known to locals and cruise ship passengers for some of the best live music on the Island, and for its excellent Strand location, literally steps from the Cruise Terminal.

Crow's great staff is dedicated to making sure your visit is enjoyable as it is unforgettable.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Planet 51"

22 Nov 2009 03:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9:30 – 11:40pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

Back to Basics

22 Nov 2009 03:30:00 GMT

21
2102 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX 77550
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9:30pm – 1:30am

21 is pleased to present live music by Back to Basics.

Elegant. But Loose. Hip. But Nostalgic. That's the low-down on 21, Galveston Island's premier spot for great times, great music, and great friends.

It's your perfect choice for an elegant and memorable evening out while visiting Galveston, complete with coffee tables, lounge chairs, and oversized, custom-made sofas.

21 features a full-service bar with over 100 wines (50 by the glass), over 50 martinis, and a great selection of specialty beers and cigars. We accept all major credit cards, are wheelchair accessible, and are conveniently located next door to Rudy & Paco and The Grand 1894 Opera House.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Couples Retreat"

22 Nov 2009 03:40:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9:40 – 11:27pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

22 Nov 2009 03:45:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9:45 – 11:55pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"The Blind Side"

22 Nov 2009 03:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9:50 – 11:58pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"Paranormal Activity"

22 Nov 2009 03:55:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 9:55 – 11:34pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

22 Nov 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10 – 11:36pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

"The Box"

22 Nov 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10 – 11:47pm

An unhappily married couple receive a small wooden box on their doorstep. At the push of a button, the box brings its bearer instant wealth but also instantly kills someone the bearer doesn't know.

More info: thebox-movie.warnerbros.com

"Law Abiding Citizen"

22 Nov 2009 04:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:05pm – 12:07am

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

Fiel

22 Nov 2009 04:30:00 GMT

Yaga's Cafe and Bar
2314 Strand
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 10:30pm – 1:30am

Yaga's presents music by Fiel.

Ready for some fun? Yaga's Cafe and Bar, located at 2314 Strand, wrote the book on mo' bettah food and vibes on Galveston Island.

From sandwiches to hot-from-the-oven pizzas to weekend live entertainment to the jammin' outdoor patio, Yaga's Cafe and Bar is place to go when you're ready for Jamaican-style good times.

Yaga's Cafe is conveniently located at the corner of 23rd and Strand, steps from Saengerfest Park, museums, art galleries, and The Texas Cruiseship Terminal.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Carnival Conquest 7-Day Cruise Departs from Galveston

22 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Port of Galveston
Sunday, November 22, 2009

The Carnival Conquest sails year round every Sunday offering 7 day cruises on alternating schedules to various ports in the Western Caribbean, including Montego Bay, Jamaica; Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands; and Cozumel, Mexico.

To check rates and reserve your cruise vacation, contact GalvestonCruises.com, either online or by calling (800)593-8678.

More info: www.galvestoncruises.com

"Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island"

22 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009

Moody Gardens recently announced the opening of Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 21. The exhibit chronicles the Port of Galveston’s largely forgotten history as a major gateway to American immigration from 1845 to 1924. Forgotten Gateway builds on a growing scholarly and public interest in the history of migration patterns to America and Galveston’s place as one of the nation’s top immigrant ports in that history.

“This exhibit is the first of its kind to explore Galveston’s legacy as a port of entry on a national scale,” said John Zendt, Moody Gardens general manager. “We are very excited to have it here on the island and bring to light the little-known yet rich era of Galveston’s history and just how important it was to the growth of Texas and the American Midwest.”

Long before Ellis Island processed its first immigrant, Galveston was a port of entry for hundreds of thousands of immigrants. While the New York counterpart made it a natural port for Europeans, Galveston attracted a diverse group of people from Europe, Mexico, South and Central America and even Asia. In addition, before the Civil War, it was a major port for forced migration – the sale and transport of slaves from Africa and other points in the United States to Texas.

The exhibit highlights enduring humanities themes in the history of immigration including: the dangers of the journey; making a life in a new land; navigating bureaucracy; confronting discrimination; and becoming “American.” These trials and tribulations are illuminated through personal stories, dynamic visitor interactive kiosks, engaging media pieces, and more than 200 original artifacts and documents. The exhibit originated from a comment a 10th-grader made on a heritage trip to Ellis Island. “Why do we need to go to New York,” asked the student. “My grandparents came through Galveston.”

Forgotten Gateway will be on exhibit through September 11, 2010. Admission will be $8.95. For more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Discovering the Bay Shore and Mud Flats

22 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

State Park
14901 FM 3005
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10 – 11:30am

The public is invited to take part in free Discovering the Bay Shore and Mud Flats lectures every Sunday at Galveston Island State Park. Meet at the Nature Center at 10am. Learn how to seine and discover the richness of these wetlands nurseries under the guidance of Friends of Galveston Island State Park volunteers. Wear old tie-on closed shoes, water shoes or waders if you plan to seine or you can stay dry and just inspect the catch.

Galveston Island State Park, in Galveston County, is in the City of Galveston on the west end of Galveston Island. It is a 2,013.1-acre site that was acquired in 1969 from private owners under the State Parks Bond Program and was opened in 1975.

Galveston Island is believed to be approximately 5000 years old and has had an interesting history during the past 500 years. It is generally believed Cabeza de Vaca and his crew were shipwrecked here in 1520 and eventually made their way from the island to colonies in Mexico. The LaFitte brothers, fleeing the prosecution of pirates in the United States, established a government here in 1817, with visions of creating a "Manhattan on the Gulf." Commerce did thrive here, but major storms in 1867, 1871, 1875, and 1886 greatly slowed progress. The great storm of 1900 devastated the island, killing 5000 to 10,000 people, and prompted the construction of the seawall which protects the northern half of the island.

Wading and shore birds, mottled and mallard ducks, raccoons, armadillos, and marsh rabbits can be found in the park for observation and photography.

More info: www.fogisp.org

Kayak Adventure

22 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

State Park
14901 FM 3005
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10am – 2pm

The Galveston Island State Park offers paddlers access to one of Galveston’s premier ecological and historical jewels. Witness herons and pelicans flying overhead, travel back in time to when the Karankawas made Galveston Island their winter home, and discover how restoration scientists have restored wetlands and fisheries. This 1,200-acre state park hosts many examples of barrier island habitats explored easily from the beach or by walking trails.

Artist Boat is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting awareness and preservation of coastal margins and the marine environment through the disciplines of the sciences and the arts.

More info: www.artistboat.org

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

22 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10 – 11:40am

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Yoga Sangha

22 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10 – 11:15am

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

A mixed-level community class, students of all levels are encouraged to deepen their practice - cultivating intelligence, strength, vitality and compassion. Class includes standing poses, twists, forward & backbends, and inversions.

More info: galveston.com…

Schlitterbahn Heated Indoor Season

22 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Schlitterbahn Waterpark
2026 Lockheed Drive
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10am – 5pm

Splash into the World’s #1 Indoor Waterpark at Schlitterbahn Galveston Island! Whatever the weather, surfing, splashing fun is on at Schlitterbahn’s Wasserfest indoor park. Hot or cold, rain or shine, Schlitterbahn’s got you covered with climate-controlled rivers, slides, and pools that will put you in a tropical mood!

More info: www.galveston.com…

“The Moodys of Galveston, a Texas Banking Family”

22 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 11am – 3pm

This exhibit traces the history of early Texas banking and the involvement of the Moody family of Galveston in the expansion of that industry. Colonel William Lewis Moody began the family’s banking heritage by serving as president of the National Bank of Texas, which was the second bank established in the state receiving its charter on March 6, 1866. His son, W. L. Moody, Jr., continued the family tradition with the founding of City National Bank in 1907 and the establishment of W. L. Moody and Company Bankers, Unincorporated in 1916. W. L. Moody, Jr.’s daughter, Mary Moody Northen, and his grandson, Robert L. Moody, Sr., upheld the family banking tradition. Learn about the history of this family and their leadership in the development of the Texas banking industry.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

22 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 11am – 12pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Maggie Fuller: "...and a Hard Place"

22 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

DesignWorks
2119 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 11am – 5pm

DesignWorks gallery presents Maggie Fuller's "...and a Hard Place," on exhibition thru November 22, 2009.

DesignWorks creates interiors for a wide variety of projects, including both new construction and renovations.

National credits include numerous primary residences and second homes, as well as corporate offices and other commercial interiors.

With over 30 years of experience, DesignWorks understands and carefully considers the impact of structural, mechanical and electrical systems on the creative and functional design of interior spaces.

Working with architects, builders and homeowners alike, DesignWorks partners with clients, creatively solving design challenges within budget.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Chuy Benitez: Summer in the City" and "Mark Schatz: Earth Below Us"

22 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Galveston Arts Center in Exile 2
2501 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 11am – 5pm

Galveston Arts Center is pleased to present two exhibitions in conjunction with the October 10th ArtWalk. "Chuy Benitez: Summer in the City" and "Mark Schatz: Earth Below us" will remain on view through November 22, 2009, and are free and open to the public. Curator Clint Willour will lead a gallery talk with the artists at 6:15 pm.

"Chuy Benitez: Summer in the City" features digitally-composed color panoramic photographs taken in New York City in 2009 and Houston in 2008. Documenting ethnic community groups, Benitez photographed “Danzantes” (traditional Aztec fire dancers) in Central Park and a Hare Krishna parade in lower Manhattan. Using digital imaging technology, Benitez “stitches” together multiple photographs to create a single horizontal image. “‘New’ techniques of photography have kept ethnic communities in the US undocumented within the national culture simply because the members within the community cannot often afford the equipment necessary to create these advanced images…,” Benitez writes. “Images made within ethnic communities are often looked down upon as being ‘behind the times’ or as naïve images.” It is through his photos that Benitez, using ultra-modern artistic practices, is able to visually represent communities that may otherwise be overlooked or otherwise thought of as unsophisticated.

In 2008, Benitez photographed the after effects of Hurricane Ike on Houston’s Hispanic community, documenting the distribution of supplies and bottled water and clean-up and repair efforts. These works were recently included in the publication, "Houston. It’s Worth It. IKE." Benitez is an internationally exhibited and collected Chicano photographer who currently lives and works in Houston, but is originally from El Paso. He received a BA in photography from the University of Notre Dame in 2005, and an MFA in photography/digital media from the University of Houston in 2008. His work is in the permanent collections of The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, the Gilberto Cardenas Collection of Latino Art, and Mexic-Arte Museum, Austin.

Sculptor Mark Schatz turns the world upside down in his site-specific sculptural installation addressing the potential effects of global warming. Using materials accumulated or discarded in domestic environments (cardboard, scrap wood and Styrofoam), and scale-modeling methods used by hobbyists, Schatz fabricates worlds that are both obsessively meticulous and improvisational. “Inspired in part by the devastating impact of economic or natural disasters, as well as the reinvention and rediscovery that can follow in their wake,” writes Schatz “it is not always clear whether these unstable landscapes are growing, slipping into gradual decay, or both.”

A native of Michigan, Schatz received a BFA in sculpture in 1998 from the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, and an MFA in from The University of Texas at Austin in 2005. He currently lives in Houston and teaches at The Glassell School of Art at The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, and San Jacinto College. His work has most recently been featured in exhibitions at Lawndale Art Center in Houston, and College of the Mainland, Texas City.

Galveston Arts Center is currently operating “in exile” from our second temporary downtown gallery space—the site of the former Maceo’s Spice and Import Company located on the corner of Market and 25th Streets. The administrative offices are also at this location. The gallery and selections from GAC’s museum shop, ArtWorks, are open to the public Wednesday through Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm. A flyer listing all ArtWalk participants with times and locations can be downloaded at www.galvestonartscenter.org.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Rene' Wiley's "New Work" and "Ike Woodwork" by James Phillips & Dale Hooks

22 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Rene' Wiley Studio Gallery
2128 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 11am – 6pm

This exhibition features New Work by Rene' Wiley, and woodwork from reclaimed Ike trees by James Phillips and Dale Hooks. On exhibit thru November 23, 2009.

Rene' Wiley Studio & Gallery is located on Galveston Island. The subject for most of her work is the warm Gulf Coast light that illuminiates the harbors, wetlands, alleyways and an assortment of interesting structures. Victorian homes line the streets of her neighborhood, with the Seawall on one end and the historic Strand on the other - so inspiration is always close at hand.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

22 Nov 2009 17:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 11:30am – 12:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Wild Ocean IMAX 3D"

22 Nov 2009 17:50:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 11:50am – 12:30pm

Wild Ocean is in an uplifting, giant screen cinema experience capturing one of nature's greatest migration spectacles. Plunge into an underwater feeding frenzy, amidst the dolphins, sharks, whales, gannets, seals and billions of fish. Filmed off the Wild Coast of South Africa, Wild Ocean is a timely documentary that celebrates the animals that now depend on us to survive and the efforts by the local people to protect this invaluable ecological resource. Hope is alive on the Wild Coast, where Africa meets the sea.

Each year a feeding frenzy of sharks, dolphins, whales and other big game fish takes place along the Wild Coast of South Africa, as billions of sardines migrate up the KwaZulu-Natal Coast. Wild Ocean delves into this underwater struggle and examines the effects that global warming and over fishing have had on the great migration and local people.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

22 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 12 – 1pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

22 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 12 – 12:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Polar Express 4D"

22 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 12 – 12:12pm

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

22 Nov 2009 18:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 12:20 – 2:30pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"2012"

22 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 12:30 – 3:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

22 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 12:30 – 12:42pm

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Planet 51"

22 Nov 2009 18:35:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 12:35 – 2:45pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"The Fourth Kind"

22 Nov 2009 18:40:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 12:40 – 2:18pm

In 1972, a scale of measurement was established for alien encounters. When a UFO is sighted, it is called an encounter of the first kind. When evidence is collected, it is known as an encounter of the second kind. When contact is made with extraterrestrials, it is the third kind. The next level, abduction, is the fourth kind. This encounter has been the most difficult to document-until now. Set in modern-day Nome, Alaska, where--mysteriously since the 1960s--a disproportionate number of the population has been reported missing every year. Despite multiple FBI investigations of the region, the truth has never been discovered. Here in this remote region, psychologist Dr. Abigail Tyler began videotaping sessions with traumatized patients and unwittingly discovered some of the most disturbing evidence of alien abduction ever documented.

More info: www.thefourthkind.net

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

22 Nov 2009 18:45:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 12:45 – 2:25pm

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

22 Nov 2009 18:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 12:50 – 2:26pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

"The Blind Side"

22 Nov 2009 18:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 12:50 – 2:58pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"Couples Retreat"

22 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 1 – 2:47pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

Moody Mansion Tour

22 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 1 – 2pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

22 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 1 – 1:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

22 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 1 – 2pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"November Show"

22 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Art League Gallery
2117A Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 1 – 6pm

The Galveston Art League presents its November Show.

The Galveston Art League was founded in June, 1914. Today, it enjoys the distinction of being the oldest art league in Texas. Throughout the years, the league has exhibited the work of local artists, sponsored art instruction by well known artists, provided student scholarships and introduced Galvestonians to the cultural world.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Group Exhibition"

22 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Local Color
120 20th Street
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 1 – 6pm

Local Color Gallery presents a group exhibition with works by Darren Cleveland, David L. Vollmer, Mike Meadors, Kai Urushihara, Lorraine Martin, and John Skarda.

Local Color features an array of artwork by local artists, as well as wide selection of gift items. The gallery features beautiful, digital photography by Darren Cleveland, hand-knitted wire creations by David L. Vollmer, unique Galveston postcards, dazzling sculpture and jewelry by Beverly Cox, rich flavorful Giordano Coffee, soy-blended Jazz candles, and much more.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Paranormal Activity"

22 Nov 2009 19:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 1:05 – 2:44pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

22 Nov 2009 19:10:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 1:10 – 3:20pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Law Abiding Citizen"

22 Nov 2009 19:15:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 1:15 – 3:17pm

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

"2012"

22 Nov 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 1:30 – 4:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

Moody Mansion Tour

22 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2 – 3pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

22 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2 – 2:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Polar Express 4D"

22 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2 – 2:12pm

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Restoration in Progress" Tours

22 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Ashton Villa
2328 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2 – 2:45pm

Ashton Villa is currently hosting “Restoration in Progress" Tours at Ashton Villa," every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. The tours lead visitors through the still unfinished, unfurnished main floor, whose original plaster walls are still drying, describing in detail the damage that occurred to the property as a result of Hurricane Ike and the steps that will be necessary to fully restore the mansion. The undamaged, still furnished second floor of Ashton Villa will be included in the tour as well.

The oldest mansion on Broadway, Ashton Villa was built in 1859 on the eve of the Civil War. It was operated as a house museum by Galveston Historical Foundation for decades until its first floor was flooded by Hurricane Ike on September 12, 2008.

The new Friday, Saturday, and Sunday tours at Ashton Villa will be held at 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. The price will be $9 for adults ($2 will go to match the Save America's Treasures Grant), $6 for students 6 to 18, $23 for a family pass (two adults and up to three students under 18), and free for kids 0 to 5.

The new tour will cover the history of the house, the family, the 1900 Hurricane, the grade raising, Hurricane Ike, and preservation/restoration problems of the house has faced both before and after Hurricane Ike. Problems such as the deterioration of the brick, the rising damp, will be covered, as will the possible solutions to those problems, and the damage and remediation of the building after Ike.

For more information, call 409-762-2475.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

22 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2:30 – 2:42pm

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

22 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2:30 – 3:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

22 Nov 2009 20:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2:35 – 3:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Planet 51"

22 Nov 2009 20:55:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2:55 – 5:05pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"The Fourth Kind"

22 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3 – 4:38pm

In 1972, a scale of measurement was established for alien encounters. When a UFO is sighted, it is called an encounter of the first kind. When evidence is collected, it is known as an encounter of the second kind. When contact is made with extraterrestrials, it is the third kind. The next level, abduction, is the fourth kind. This encounter has been the most difficult to document-until now. Set in modern-day Nome, Alaska, where--mysteriously since the 1960s--a disproportionate number of the population has been reported missing every year. Despite multiple FBI investigations of the region, the truth has never been discovered. Here in this remote region, psychologist Dr. Abigail Tyler began videotaping sessions with traumatized patients and unwittingly discovered some of the most disturbing evidence of alien abduction ever documented.

More info: www.thefourthkind.net

Bishop's Palace Tours

22 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3 – 3:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Houston Civic Symphony Concert at Moody Gardens

22 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3 – 4:30pm

Moody Gardens and the Houston Civic Symphony will present a special concert of three classic European works, Smetana’s Moldau from "Ma Vlast," Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 77 by Brahms with the violin soloist Aija Izaks and Ravel arrangement of Modest Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition.

Sunday, Nov. 22 only, purchase a combo pass for $15.95 and see Forgotten Gateway and a performance by the Houston Civic Symphony. The concert will feature music from the era when Galveston thrived as a port of entry to many immigrants.

The Houston Civic Symphony is Houston's first and finest community orchestra. Since its beginning in 1967, the Civic has had a two-fold purpose: to present great classical music to the Houston community, and to provide a creative outlet for talented musicians. Orchestra members are engaged in a broad spectrum of professional occupations and share a common joy in performing great orchestral literature before appreciative audiences.

Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 21. The exhibit chronicles the Port of Galveston’s largely forgotten history as a major gateway to American immigration from 1845 to 1924. Forgotten Gateway builds on a growing scholarly and public interest in the history of migration patterns to America and Galveston’s place as one of the nation’s top immigrant ports in that history.

“This exhibit is the first of its kind to explore Galveston’s legacy as a port of entry on a national scale,” said John Zendt, Moody Gardens general manager. “We are very excited to have it here on the island and bring to light the little-known yet rich era of Galveston’s history and just how important it was to the growth of Texas and the American Midwest.”

Long before Ellis Island processed its first immigrant, Galveston was a port of entry for hundreds of thousands of immigrants. While the New York counterpart made it a natural port for Europeans, Galveston attracted a diverse group of people from Europe, Mexico, South and Central America and even Asia. In addition, before the Civil War, it was a major port for forced migration – the sale and transport of slaves from Africa and other points in the United States to Texas.

The exhibit highlights enduring humanities themes in the history of immigration including: the dangers of the journey; making a life in a new land; navigating bureaucracy; confronting discrimination; and becoming “American.” These trials and tribulations are illuminated through personal stories, dynamic visitor interactive kiosks, engaging media pieces, and more than 200 original artifacts and documents. The exhibit originated from a comment a 10th-grader made on a heritage trip to Ellis Island. “Why do we need to go to New York,” asked the student. “My grandparents came through Galveston.”

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Restoration in Progress" Tours

22 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Ashton Villa
2328 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3 – 3:45pm

Ashton Villa is currently hosting “Restoration in Progress" Tours at Ashton Villa," every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. The tours lead visitors through the still unfinished, unfurnished main floor, whose original plaster walls are still drying, describing in detail the damage that occurred to the property as a result of Hurricane Ike and the steps that will be necessary to fully restore the mansion. The undamaged, still furnished second floor of Ashton Villa will be included in the tour as well.

For more information, call 409-762-2475.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

22 Nov 2009 21:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3:05 – 4:41pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

"Paranormal Activity"

22 Nov 2009 21:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3:05 – 4:44pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

22 Nov 2009 21:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3:20 – 5:30pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

22 Nov 2009 21:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3:35 – 4:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"The Blind Side"

22 Nov 2009 21:45:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 3:45 – 5:53pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"2012"

22 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 4 – 6:38pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Couples Retreat"

22 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 4 – 5:47pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

22 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 4 – 6:10pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

Sidewalk Sunday Strand Jamz hosted by Tomz Katz Jamz Band

22 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Crow's Cantina
2408 Strand
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 4 – 8pm

Crow's Cantina presents live music by Sidewalk Sunday Strand Jamz hosted by Tomz Katz Jamz Band.

Crow's Cantina Bar and Grill is an excellent place for people watching, drinkin', and fun.

Crow's has become well known to locals and cruise ship passengers for some of the best live music on the Island, and for its excellent Strand location, literally steps from the Cruise Terminal.

Crow's great staff is dedicated to making sure your visit is enjoyable as it is unforgettable.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Polar Express 4D"

22 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 4 – 4:12pm

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

22 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 4 – 5pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Restoration in Progress" Tours

22 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Ashton Villa
2328 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 4 – 4:45pm

Ashton Villa is currently hosting “Restoration in Progress" Tours at Ashton Villa," every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. The tours lead visitors through the still unfinished, unfurnished main floor, whose original plaster walls are still drying, describing in detail the damage that occurred to the property as a result of Hurricane Ike and the steps that will be necessary to fully restore the mansion. The undamaged, still furnished second floor of Ashton Villa will be included in the tour as well.

The oldest mansion on Broadway, Ashton Villa was built in 1859 on the eve of the Civil War. It was operated as a house museum by Galveston Historical Foundation for decades until its first floor was flooded by Hurricane Ike on September 12, 2008.

The new Friday, Saturday, and Sunday tours at Ashton Villa will be held at 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. The price will be $9 for adults ($2 will go to match the Save America's Treasures Grant), $6 for students 6 to 18, $23 for a family pass (two adults and up to three students under 18), and free for kids 0 to 5.

The new tour will cover the history of the house, the family, the 1900 Hurricane, the grade raising, Hurricane Ike, and preservation/restoration problems of the house has faced both before and after Hurricane Ike. Problems such as the deterioration of the brick, the rising damp, will be covered, as will the possible solutions to those problems, and the damage and remediation of the building after Ike.

For more information, call 409-762-2475.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Law Abiding Citizen"

22 Nov 2009 22:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 4:05 – 6:07pm

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

22 Nov 2009 22:20:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 4:20 – 6pm

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

22 Nov 2009 22:30:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 4:30 – 4:42pm

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Planet 51"

22 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 5 – 7:10pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"Paranormal Activity"

22 Nov 2009 23:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 5:20 – 6:59pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"The Fourth Kind"

22 Nov 2009 23:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 5:20 – 6:58pm

In 1972, a scale of measurement was established for alien encounters. When a UFO is sighted, it is called an encounter of the first kind. When evidence is collected, it is known as an encounter of the second kind. When contact is made with extraterrestrials, it is the third kind. The next level, abduction, is the fourth kind. This encounter has been the most difficult to document-until now. Set in modern-day Nome, Alaska, where--mysteriously since the 1960s--a disproportionate number of the population has been reported missing every year. Despite multiple FBI investigations of the region, the truth has never been discovered. Here in this remote region, psychologist Dr. Abigail Tyler began videotaping sessions with traumatized patients and unwittingly discovered some of the most disturbing evidence of alien abduction ever documented.

More info: www.thefourthkind.net

"2012"

22 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 5:30 – 8:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

22 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 5:30 – 7:06pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

23 Nov 2009 00:10:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 6:10 – 8:20pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

23 Nov 2009 00:10:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 6:10 – 6:44pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

23 Nov 2009 00:55:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 6:55 – 8:35pm

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Galveston Symphony Orchestra

23 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The Grand
2020 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 7 – 9pm

The Galveston Symphony Orchestra will be live in concert Sunday, November 22nd, 7pm, at the Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice.

The performance will feature "Rosamunde Overture" by Franz Schubert; "Lieutenant Kije Symphonic Suite, Op. 60" by Sergei Prokofiev; "Scheherazade, Op.35" by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov.

The Galveston Symphony Orchestra is comprised of 60 of the most talented classical musicians in the area. Professional and amateur highly skilled artists have been performing for Galveston audiences since 1979, presenting a repertoire of compositions ranging from baroque to contemporary offering listening enjoyment to anyone who enjoys the opportunity of attending. The programs are carefully chosen to transcend boundaries of culture and differences in economic and educational background.

Season tickets, which includes admission to all 2009-2010 performances, are only $80 for adults, a savings of $25 compared to purchasing individual tickets. Seniors citizens and students can purchase season tickets for only $60, a savings of $24 compared to the price of individual tickets for all seven concerts.

Individual tickets can be purchased online from the Grand 1894 Opera House at http:// www.thegrand.com. Individual and Season tickets can be purchased at the Grand 1894 Opera House box office. The Grand 1894 Opera House is located at 2020 Postoffice, Galveston Texas. Box office hours are 9 am to 5 pm, Monday thru Saturday, and noon to 5 pm on Sunday. Call 409-765-1894 or 800-821-1894 for more information, or visit http:// www.thegrand.com.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

23 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 7 – 9:10pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"The Blind Side"

23 Nov 2009 01:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 7:05 – 9:13pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"Couples Retreat"

23 Nov 2009 01:10:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 7:10 – 8:57pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

"Planet 51"

23 Nov 2009 01:15:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 7:15 – 9:25pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"Law Abiding Citizen"

23 Nov 2009 01:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 7:20 – 9:22pm

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

"2012"

23 Nov 2009 01:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 7:30 – 10:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"The Box"

23 Nov 2009 01:35:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 7:35 – 9:22pm

An unhappily married couple receive a small wooden box on their doorstep. At the push of a button, the box brings its bearer instant wealth but also instantly kills someone the bearer doesn't know.

More info: thebox-movie.warnerbros.com

"Paranormal Activity"

23 Nov 2009 01:40:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 7:40 – 9:19pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

23 Nov 2009 01:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 7:50 – 9:26pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

23 Nov 2009 02:55:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 8:55 – 10:35pm

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"2012"

23 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 9 – 11:38pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

23 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 9 – 11:10pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Planet 51"

23 Nov 2009 03:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 9:30 – 11:40pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"Couples Retreat"

23 Nov 2009 03:40:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 9:40 – 11:27pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

23 Nov 2009 03:45:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 9:45 – 11:55pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"The Blind Side"

23 Nov 2009 03:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 9:50 – 11:58pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"Paranormal Activity"

23 Nov 2009 03:55:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 9:55 – 11:34pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

23 Nov 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10 – 11:36pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

"The Box"

23 Nov 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10 – 11:47pm

An unhappily married couple receive a small wooden box on their doorstep. At the push of a button, the box brings its bearer instant wealth but also instantly kills someone the bearer doesn't know.

More info: thebox-movie.warnerbros.com

"Law Abiding Citizen"

23 Nov 2009 04:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Sunday, November 22, 2009, 10:05pm – 12:07am

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

Carnival Ecstasy 5-Day Cruise Departs from Galveston

23 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Port of Galveston
Monday, November 23, 2009

The Carnival Ecstasy sails year round every other Monday offering 5 day cruises from Galveston to Progreso and Calica/Playa Del Carmen.

To check rates and reserve your cruise vacation, contact GalvestonCruises.com, either online or by calling (800)593-8678.

More info: www.galvestoncruises.com

"Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island"

23 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009

Moody Gardens recently announced the opening of Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 21. The exhibit chronicles the Port of Galveston’s largely forgotten history as a major gateway to American immigration from 1845 to 1924. Forgotten Gateway builds on a growing scholarly and public interest in the history of migration patterns to America and Galveston’s place as one of the nation’s top immigrant ports in that history.

“This exhibit is the first of its kind to explore Galveston’s legacy as a port of entry on a national scale,” said John Zendt, Moody Gardens general manager. “We are very excited to have it here on the island and bring to light the little-known yet rich era of Galveston’s history and just how important it was to the growth of Texas and the American Midwest.”

Long before Ellis Island processed its first immigrant, Galveston was a port of entry for hundreds of thousands of immigrants. While the New York counterpart made it a natural port for Europeans, Galveston attracted a diverse group of people from Europe, Mexico, South and Central America and even Asia. In addition, before the Civil War, it was a major port for forced migration – the sale and transport of slaves from Africa and other points in the United States to Texas.

The exhibit highlights enduring humanities themes in the history of immigration including: the dangers of the journey; making a life in a new land; navigating bureaucracy; confronting discrimination; and becoming “American.” These trials and tribulations are illuminated through personal stories, dynamic visitor interactive kiosks, engaging media pieces, and more than 200 original artifacts and documents. The exhibit originated from a comment a 10th-grader made on a heritage trip to Ellis Island. “Why do we need to go to New York,” asked the student. “My grandparents came through Galveston.”

Forgotten Gateway will be on exhibit through September 11, 2010. Admission will be $8.95. For more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Yoga Waves with Courtney

23 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 9 – 10:15am

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

This class draws inspiration from the power and grace of the ocean. Through postures practiced low to the ground, we discover the body’s natural fluidity by riding the wave patterns of breath and movement. The ebb and flow of breath and consciousness is explored in pranayama and meditation.

More info: galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

23 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 10 – 11:40am

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Prince Varughese Thomas: "Liquid Sky" and Steven Gilbert: "Museum People"

23 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Wagner Sousa Modern Art
404 25th St.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 10am – 4pm

Wagner Sousa Modern Art features two exhibitions: Prince Varughese Thomas' "Liquid Sky;" and Steven Gilbert's "Museum People," on view thru November 26, 2009.

Wagner Sousa Modern Art represents a number of emerging and established artists working in the fields of drawing, painting, sculpture and photography. We also show work by several craftsmen working in modern furniture.

The gallery is located in the historic 1878 M.W. Shaw building, a warehouse space in a developing section of downtown Galveston.

More info: www.galveston.com…

“The Moodys of Galveston, a Texas Banking Family”

23 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 11am – 3pm

This exhibit traces the history of early Texas banking and the involvement of the Moody family of Galveston in the expansion of that industry. Colonel William Lewis Moody began the family’s banking heritage by serving as president of the National Bank of Texas, which was the second bank established in the state receiving its charter on March 6, 1866. His son, W. L. Moody, Jr., continued the family tradition with the founding of City National Bank in 1907 and the establishment of W. L. Moody and Company Bankers, Unincorporated in 1916. W. L. Moody, Jr.’s daughter, Mary Moody Northen, and his grandson, Robert L. Moody, Sr., upheld the family banking tradition. Learn about the history of this family and their leadership in the development of the Texas banking industry.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

23 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 11am – 12pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Rene' Wiley's "New Work" and "Ike Woodwork" by James Phillips & Dale Hooks

23 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Rene' Wiley Studio Gallery
2128 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 11am – 6pm

This exhibition features New Work by Rene' Wiley, and woodwork from reclaimed Ike trees by James Phillips and Dale Hooks. On exhibit thru November 23, 2009.

Rene' Wiley Studio & Gallery is located on Galveston Island. The subject for most of her work is the warm Gulf Coast light that illuminiates the harbors, wetlands, alleyways and an assortment of interesting structures. Victorian homes line the streets of her neighborhood, with the Seawall on one end and the historic Strand on the other - so inspiration is always close at hand.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Yin Yoga with Kathleen

23 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 11am – 12:15pm

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

A compliment to dynamic yoga practices, an antidote to a fast-paced lifestyle. Primarily floor work, Yin Yoga targets the connective tissues. Postures are held, muscles are invited to yield, and space is opened in the joints, allowing energy to flow. Focused and reflective, this practice encourages a healthy, supple body and a cool, peaceful mind.

More info: galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

23 Nov 2009 17:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 11:30am – 12:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Wild Ocean IMAX 3D"

23 Nov 2009 17:50:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 11:50am – 12:30pm

Wild Ocean is in an uplifting, giant screen cinema experience capturing one of nature's greatest migration spectacles. Plunge into an underwater feeding frenzy, amidst the dolphins, sharks, whales, gannets, seals and billions of fish. Filmed off the Wild Coast of South Africa, Wild Ocean is a timely documentary that celebrates the animals that now depend on us to survive and the efforts by the local people to protect this invaluable ecological resource. Hope is alive on the Wild Coast, where Africa meets the sea.

Each year a feeding frenzy of sharks, dolphins, whales and other big game fish takes place along the Wild Coast of South Africa, as billions of sardines migrate up the KwaZulu-Natal Coast. Wild Ocean delves into this underwater struggle and examines the effects that global warming and over fishing have had on the great migration and local people.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

23 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 12 – 1pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

23 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 12 – 12:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Polar Express 4D"

23 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 12 – 12:12pm

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

23 Nov 2009 18:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 12:20 – 2:30pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"2012"

23 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 12:30 – 3:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

23 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 12:30 – 12:42pm

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Planet 51"

23 Nov 2009 18:35:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 12:35 – 2:45pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"The Fourth Kind"

23 Nov 2009 18:40:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 12:40 – 2:18pm

In 1972, a scale of measurement was established for alien encounters. When a UFO is sighted, it is called an encounter of the first kind. When evidence is collected, it is known as an encounter of the second kind. When contact is made with extraterrestrials, it is the third kind. The next level, abduction, is the fourth kind. This encounter has been the most difficult to document-until now. Set in modern-day Nome, Alaska, where--mysteriously since the 1960s--a disproportionate number of the population has been reported missing every year. Despite multiple FBI investigations of the region, the truth has never been discovered. Here in this remote region, psychologist Dr. Abigail Tyler began videotaping sessions with traumatized patients and unwittingly discovered some of the most disturbing evidence of alien abduction ever documented.

More info: www.thefourthkind.net

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

23 Nov 2009 18:45:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 12:45 – 2:25pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

23 Nov 2009 18:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 12:50 – 2:26pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

"The Blind Side"

23 Nov 2009 18:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 12:50 – 2:58pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"Couples Retreat"

23 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 1 – 2:47pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

Moody Mansion Tour

23 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 1 – 2pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

23 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 1 – 1:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

23 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 1 – 2pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Paranormal Activity"

23 Nov 2009 19:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 1:05 – 2:44pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

23 Nov 2009 19:10:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 1:10 – 3:20pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Law Abiding Citizen"

23 Nov 2009 19:15:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 1:15 – 3:17pm

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

"2012"

23 Nov 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 1:30 – 4:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

Moody Mansion Tour

23 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 2 – 3pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

23 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 2 – 2:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Polar Express 4D"

23 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 2 – 2:12pm

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

23 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 2:30 – 2:42pm

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

23 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 2:30 – 3:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

23 Nov 2009 20:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 2:35 – 3:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Planet 51"

23 Nov 2009 20:55:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 2:55 – 5:05pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"The Fourth Kind"

23 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 3 – 4:38pm

In 1972, a scale of measurement was established for alien encounters. When a UFO is sighted, it is called an encounter of the first kind. When evidence is collected, it is known as an encounter of the second kind. When contact is made with extraterrestrials, it is the third kind. The next level, abduction, is the fourth kind. This encounter has been the most difficult to document-until now. Set in modern-day Nome, Alaska, where--mysteriously since the 1960s--a disproportionate number of the population has been reported missing every year. Despite multiple FBI investigations of the region, the truth has never been discovered. Here in this remote region, psychologist Dr. Abigail Tyler began videotaping sessions with traumatized patients and unwittingly discovered some of the most disturbing evidence of alien abduction ever documented.

More info: www.thefourthkind.net

Bishop's Palace Tours

23 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 3 – 3:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

23 Nov 2009 21:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 3:05 – 4:41pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

"Paranormal Activity"

23 Nov 2009 21:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 3:05 – 4:44pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

23 Nov 2009 21:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 3:20 – 5:30pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

23 Nov 2009 21:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 3:35 – 4:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"The Blind Side"

23 Nov 2009 21:45:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 3:45 – 5:53pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"2012"

23 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 4 – 6:38pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Couples Retreat"

23 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 4 – 5:47pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

23 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 4 – 6:10pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Polar Express 4D"

23 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 4 – 4:12pm

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

23 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 4 – 5pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Law Abiding Citizen"

23 Nov 2009 22:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 4:05 – 6:07pm

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

23 Nov 2009 22:05:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 4:05 – 5:45pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

23 Nov 2009 22:30:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 4:30 – 4:42pm

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Planet 51"

23 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 5 – 7:10pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"Paranormal Activity"

23 Nov 2009 23:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 5:20 – 6:59pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"The Fourth Kind"

23 Nov 2009 23:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 5:20 – 6:58pm

In 1972, a scale of measurement was established for alien encounters. When a UFO is sighted, it is called an encounter of the first kind. When evidence is collected, it is known as an encounter of the second kind. When contact is made with extraterrestrials, it is the third kind. The next level, abduction, is the fourth kind. This encounter has been the most difficult to document-until now. Set in modern-day Nome, Alaska, where--mysteriously since the 1960s--a disproportionate number of the population has been reported missing every year. Despite multiple FBI investigations of the region, the truth has never been discovered. Here in this remote region, psychologist Dr. Abigail Tyler began videotaping sessions with traumatized patients and unwittingly discovered some of the most disturbing evidence of alien abduction ever documented.

More info: www.thefourthkind.net

"2012"

23 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 5:30 – 8:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

23 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 5:30 – 7:06pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

Yoga Roots with Courtney

24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 6 – 7:15pm

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

For students new to Hatha yoga, or as a refresher for returning students, this class provides the foundation for building a yoga practice. Focus is on alignment principles to enhance the benefits, safety and understanding of asanas (postures).

More info: galveston.com…

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

24 Nov 2009 00:10:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 6:10 – 8:20pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

24 Nov 2009 00:10:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 6:10 – 6:44pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

24 Nov 2009 00:40:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 6:40 – 8:20pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

24 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 7 – 9:10pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

Angelo Tolentino

24 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The San Luis Bar
5222 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 7 – 11pm

The San Luis Bar welcomes live music by Angelo Tolentino, every Tuesday thru Thursday evenings 7pm - 11pm.

An ocean of opportunity awaits you at The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center, a 30-acre year round beachfront resort on Galveston Island and recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award since 2000.

More info: galveston.com…

"The Blind Side"

24 Nov 2009 01:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 7:05 – 9:13pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"Couples Retreat"

24 Nov 2009 01:10:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 7:10 – 8:57pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

"Planet 51"

24 Nov 2009 01:15:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 7:15 – 9:25pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"Law Abiding Citizen"

24 Nov 2009 01:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 7:20 – 9:22pm

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

"2012"

24 Nov 2009 01:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 7:30 – 10:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"The Box"

24 Nov 2009 01:35:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 7:35 – 9:22pm

An unhappily married couple receive a small wooden box on their doorstep. At the push of a button, the box brings its bearer instant wealth but also instantly kills someone the bearer doesn't know.

More info: thebox-movie.warnerbros.com

"Paranormal Activity"

24 Nov 2009 01:40:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 7:40 – 9:19pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

24 Nov 2009 01:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 7:50 – 9:26pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

Karaoke Night hosted by Felicia

24 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Crow's Cantina
2408 Strand
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 8pm – 12am

Crow's Cantina presents Karaoke Night hosted by Felicia.

Crow's Cantina Bar and Grill is an excellent place for people watching, drinkin', and fun.

Crow's has become well known to locals and cruise ship passengers for some of the best live music on the Island, and for its excellent Strand location, literally steps from the Cruise Terminal.

Crow's great staff is dedicated to making sure your visit is enjoyable as it is unforgettable.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

24 Nov 2009 02:40:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 8:40 – 10:20pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"2012"

24 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 9 – 11:38pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

24 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 9 – 11:10pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Planet 51"

24 Nov 2009 03:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 9:30 – 11:40pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"Couples Retreat"

24 Nov 2009 03:40:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 9:40 – 11:27pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

24 Nov 2009 03:45:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 9:45 – 11:55pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"The Blind Side"

24 Nov 2009 03:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 9:50 – 11:58pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"Paranormal Activity"

24 Nov 2009 03:55:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 9:55 – 11:34pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

24 Nov 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 10 – 11:36pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

"The Box"

24 Nov 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 10 – 11:47pm

An unhappily married couple receive a small wooden box on their doorstep. At the push of a button, the box brings its bearer instant wealth but also instantly kills someone the bearer doesn't know.

More info: thebox-movie.warnerbros.com

"Law Abiding Citizen"

24 Nov 2009 04:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Monday, November 23, 2009, 10:05pm – 12:07am

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

"Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island"

24 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Moody Gardens recently announced the opening of Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 21. The exhibit chronicles the Port of Galveston’s largely forgotten history as a major gateway to American immigration from 1845 to 1924. Forgotten Gateway builds on a growing scholarly and public interest in the history of migration patterns to America and Galveston’s place as one of the nation’s top immigrant ports in that history.

“This exhibit is the first of its kind to explore Galveston’s legacy as a port of entry on a national scale,” said John Zendt, Moody Gardens general manager. “We are very excited to have it here on the island and bring to light the little-known yet rich era of Galveston’s history and just how important it was to the growth of Texas and the American Midwest.”

Long before Ellis Island processed its first immigrant, Galveston was a port of entry for hundreds of thousands of immigrants. While the New York counterpart made it a natural port for Europeans, Galveston attracted a diverse group of people from Europe, Mexico, South and Central America and even Asia. In addition, before the Civil War, it was a major port for forced migration – the sale and transport of slaves from Africa and other points in the United States to Texas.

The exhibit highlights enduring humanities themes in the history of immigration including: the dangers of the journey; making a life in a new land; navigating bureaucracy; confronting discrimination; and becoming “American.” These trials and tribulations are illuminated through personal stories, dynamic visitor interactive kiosks, engaging media pieces, and more than 200 original artifacts and documents. The exhibit originated from a comment a 10th-grader made on a heritage trip to Ellis Island. “Why do we need to go to New York,” asked the student. “My grandparents came through Galveston.”

Forgotten Gateway will be on exhibit through September 11, 2010. Admission will be $8.95. For more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Yoga Wings with Kathleen

24 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 9 – 10:15am

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

A Vinyasa-flow class using surya namaskar (sun salutation) as a thread woven throughout the practice. Standing poses, forward & backbends, twists, balance poses and inversions are sequenced with the vinyasa. This dynamically-paced series builds internal heat, strength, stamina and flexibility.

More info: galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

24 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 10 – 11:40am

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Prince Varughese Thomas: "Liquid Sky" and Steven Gilbert: "Museum People"

24 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Wagner Sousa Modern Art
404 25th St.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 10am – 4pm

Wagner Sousa Modern Art features two exhibitions: Prince Varughese Thomas' "Liquid Sky;" and Steven Gilbert's "Museum People," on view thru November 26, 2009.

Wagner Sousa Modern Art represents a number of emerging and established artists working in the fields of drawing, painting, sculpture and photography. We also show work by several craftsmen working in modern furniture.

The gallery is located in the historic 1878 M.W. Shaw building, a warehouse space in a developing section of downtown Galveston.

More info: www.galveston.com…

“The Moodys of Galveston, a Texas Banking Family”

24 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 11am – 3pm

This exhibit traces the history of early Texas banking and the involvement of the Moody family of Galveston in the expansion of that industry. Colonel William Lewis Moody began the family’s banking heritage by serving as president of the National Bank of Texas, which was the second bank established in the state receiving its charter on March 6, 1866. His son, W. L. Moody, Jr., continued the family tradition with the founding of City National Bank in 1907 and the establishment of W. L. Moody and Company Bankers, Unincorporated in 1916. W. L. Moody, Jr.’s daughter, Mary Moody Northen, and his grandson, Robert L. Moody, Sr., upheld the family banking tradition. Learn about the history of this family and their leadership in the development of the Texas banking industry.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

24 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 11am – 12pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Nia with Cathy

24 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 11am – 12pm

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled classes.

A high-energy, low-impact practice, Nia is performed barefoot to diverse and inspiring music - engaging the body, mind and spirit in joyful, expressive movement. Appropriate for all fitness levels. Bring a towel and water.

More info: galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

24 Nov 2009 17:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 11:30am – 12:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Wild Ocean IMAX 3D"

24 Nov 2009 17:50:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 11:50am – 12:30pm

Wild Ocean is in an uplifting, giant screen cinema experience capturing one of nature's greatest migration spectacles. Plunge into an underwater feeding frenzy, amidst the dolphins, sharks, whales, gannets, seals and billions of fish. Filmed off the Wild Coast of South Africa, Wild Ocean is a timely documentary that celebrates the animals that now depend on us to survive and the efforts by the local people to protect this invaluable ecological resource. Hope is alive on the Wild Coast, where Africa meets the sea.

Each year a feeding frenzy of sharks, dolphins, whales and other big game fish takes place along the Wild Coast of South Africa, as billions of sardines migrate up the KwaZulu-Natal Coast. Wild Ocean delves into this underwater struggle and examines the effects that global warming and over fishing have had on the great migration and local people.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

24 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12 – 1pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

24 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12 – 12:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Polar Express 4D"

24 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12 – 12:12pm

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

24 Nov 2009 18:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12:20 – 2:30pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"2012"

24 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12:30 – 3:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

24 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12:30 – 12:42pm

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Planet 51"

24 Nov 2009 18:35:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12:35 – 2:45pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"The Fourth Kind"

24 Nov 2009 18:40:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12:40 – 2:18pm

In 1972, a scale of measurement was established for alien encounters. When a UFO is sighted, it is called an encounter of the first kind. When evidence is collected, it is known as an encounter of the second kind. When contact is made with extraterrestrials, it is the third kind. The next level, abduction, is the fourth kind. This encounter has been the most difficult to document-until now. Set in modern-day Nome, Alaska, where--mysteriously since the 1960s--a disproportionate number of the population has been reported missing every year. Despite multiple FBI investigations of the region, the truth has never been discovered. Here in this remote region, psychologist Dr. Abigail Tyler began videotaping sessions with traumatized patients and unwittingly discovered some of the most disturbing evidence of alien abduction ever documented.

More info: www.thefourthkind.net

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

24 Nov 2009 18:45:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12:45 – 2:25pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

24 Nov 2009 18:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12:50 – 2:26pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

"The Blind Side"

24 Nov 2009 18:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 12:50 – 2:58pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"Couples Retreat"

24 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 1 – 2:47pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

Moody Mansion Tour

24 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 1 – 2pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

24 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 1 – 1:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

24 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 1 – 2pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Paranormal Activity"

24 Nov 2009 19:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 1:05 – 2:44pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

24 Nov 2009 19:10:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 1:10 – 3:20pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Law Abiding Citizen"

24 Nov 2009 19:15:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 1:15 – 3:17pm

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

"2012"

24 Nov 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 1:30 – 4:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

Moody Mansion Tour

24 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 2 – 3pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

24 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 2 – 2:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Polar Express 4D"

24 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 2 – 2:12pm

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

24 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 2:30 – 2:42pm

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

24 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 2:30 – 3:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

24 Nov 2009 20:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 2:35 – 3:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Planet 51"

24 Nov 2009 20:55:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 2:55 – 5:05pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"The Fourth Kind"

24 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 3 – 4:38pm

In 1972, a scale of measurement was established for alien encounters. When a UFO is sighted, it is called an encounter of the first kind. When evidence is collected, it is known as an encounter of the second kind. When contact is made with extraterrestrials, it is the third kind. The next level, abduction, is the fourth kind. This encounter has been the most difficult to document-until now. Set in modern-day Nome, Alaska, where--mysteriously since the 1960s--a disproportionate number of the population has been reported missing every year. Despite multiple FBI investigations of the region, the truth has never been discovered. Here in this remote region, psychologist Dr. Abigail Tyler began videotaping sessions with traumatized patients and unwittingly discovered some of the most disturbing evidence of alien abduction ever documented.

More info: www.thefourthkind.net

"A Christmas Carol"

24 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Rosenberg Library
2310 Sealy
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 3 – 4pm

Rosenberg Library is pleased to present Hampstead Stage Company's live theatrical performance of "A Christmas Carol," coming Tuesday, November 24th, at 3pm in the Harris Gallery. Admission is free for children and parents.

The Rosenberg Library, successor to the Galveston Mercantile Library which was founded in 1871, is the oldest public library in Texas in continuous operation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

24 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 3 – 3:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

24 Nov 2009 21:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 3:05 – 4:41pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

"Paranormal Activity"

24 Nov 2009 21:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 3:05 – 4:44pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

24 Nov 2009 21:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 3:20 – 5:30pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

24 Nov 2009 21:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 3:35 – 4:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"The Blind Side"

24 Nov 2009 21:45:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 3:45 – 5:53pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"2012"

24 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 4 – 6:38pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Couples Retreat"

24 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 4 – 5:47pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

24 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 4 – 6:10pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Polar Express 4D"

24 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 4 – 4:12pm

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

24 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 4 – 5pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Law Abiding Citizen"

24 Nov 2009 22:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 4:05 – 6:07pm

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

24 Nov 2009 22:05:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 4:05 – 5:45pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

24 Nov 2009 22:30:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 4:30 – 4:42pm

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Planet 51"

24 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 5 – 7:10pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"Paranormal Activity"

24 Nov 2009 23:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 5:20 – 6:59pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"The Fourth Kind"

24 Nov 2009 23:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 5:20 – 6:58pm

In 1972, a scale of measurement was established for alien encounters. When a UFO is sighted, it is called an encounter of the first kind. When evidence is collected, it is known as an encounter of the second kind. When contact is made with extraterrestrials, it is the third kind. The next level, abduction, is the fourth kind. This encounter has been the most difficult to document-until now. Set in modern-day Nome, Alaska, where--mysteriously since the 1960s--a disproportionate number of the population has been reported missing every year. Despite multiple FBI investigations of the region, the truth has never been discovered. Here in this remote region, psychologist Dr. Abigail Tyler began videotaping sessions with traumatized patients and unwittingly discovered some of the most disturbing evidence of alien abduction ever documented.

More info: www.thefourthkind.net

"2012"

24 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 5:30 – 8:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

24 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 5:30 – 7:06pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

Acro Yoga with Galen

25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 6 – 7:15pm

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

A challenging and playful class with assisted inversions, acrobatics and “flying”. Strength, flexibility and courage are cultivated. Existing yoga practice recommended.

More info: galveston.com…

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

25 Nov 2009 00:10:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 6:10 – 8:20pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

25 Nov 2009 00:10:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 6:10 – 6:44pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

25 Nov 2009 00:40:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 6:40 – 8:20pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

25 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7 – 9:10pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

Angelo Tolentino

25 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The San Luis Bar
5222 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7 – 11pm

The San Luis Bar welcomes live music by Angelo Tolentino, every Tuesday thru Thursday evenings 7pm - 11pm.

An ocean of opportunity awaits you at The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center, a 30-acre year round beachfront resort on Galveston Island and recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award since 2000.

More info: galveston.com…

"The Blind Side"

25 Nov 2009 01:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7:05 – 9:13pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"Couples Retreat"

25 Nov 2009 01:10:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7:10 – 8:57pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

"Planet 51"

25 Nov 2009 01:15:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7:15 – 9:25pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

Yin Yoga with Kathleen

25 Nov 2009 01:15:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7:15 – 8:30pm

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

A compliment to dynamic yoga practices, an antidote to a fast-paced lifestyle. Primarily floor work, Yin Yoga targets the connective tissues. Postures are held, muscles are invited to yield, and space is opened in the joints, allowing energy to flow. Focused and reflective, this practice encourages a healthy, supple body and a cool, peaceful mind.

More info: galveston.com…

"Law Abiding Citizen"

25 Nov 2009 01:20:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7:20 – 9:22pm

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

"2012"

25 Nov 2009 01:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7:30 – 10:08pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"The Box"

25 Nov 2009 01:35:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7:35 – 9:22pm

An unhappily married couple receive a small wooden box on their doorstep. At the push of a button, the box brings its bearer instant wealth but also instantly kills someone the bearer doesn't know.

More info: thebox-movie.warnerbros.com

"Paranormal Activity"

25 Nov 2009 01:40:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7:40 – 9:19pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

25 Nov 2009 01:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 7:50 – 9:26pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

Karaoke hosted by Felicia

25 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Crow's Cantina
2408 Strand
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 8pm – 12am

Crow's Cantina presents music by karaoke hosted by Felicia.

Crow's Cantina Bar and Grill is an excellent place for people watching, drinkin', and fun.

Crow's has become well known to locals and cruise ship passengers for some of the best live music on the Island, and for its excellent Strand location, literally steps from the Cruise Terminal.

Crow's great staff is dedicated to making sure your visit is enjoyable as it is unforgettable.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

25 Nov 2009 02:40:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 8:40 – 10:20pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"2012"

25 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 9 – 11:38pm

Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.

More info: www.whowillsurvive2012.com

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

25 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 9 – 11:10pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"Planet 51"

25 Nov 2009 03:30:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 9:30 – 11:40pm

American astronaut Captain Charles "Chuck" Baker, lands on Planet 51 thinking he's the first person to step foot on it. To his surprise, he finds that this planet is inhabited by little green people who are happily living in a white picket fence world reminiscent of a cheerfully innocent 1950s America, and whose only fear is that it will be overrun by alien invaders--like Chuck! With the help of his robot companion "Rover" and his new friend Lem, Chuck must navigate his way through the dazzling, but bewildering, landscape of Planet 51 in order to escape becoming a permanent part of the Planet 51 Alien Invaders Space Museum.

More info: www.planet51.com

"Couples Retreat"

25 Nov 2009 03:40:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 9:40 – 11:27pm

Four Midwestern couples embark on a journey to a tropical island resort. While one of the couples is there to work on their marriage, the other three set out to jet ski, spa and enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon discover that participation in the resort's couples therapy is not optional. Suddenly, their group-rate vacation comes at a price. What follows is a hilarious look at real world problems faced by all couples.

More info: www.couplesretreatmovie.com/#/home

"Twilight Saga: New Moon"

25 Nov 2009 03:45:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 9:45 – 11:55pm

Following Bella Swan's ill-fated 18th birthday party, Edward Cullen and his family abandon the town of Forks, Washington, in an effort to protect her from the dangers inherent in their world. As the heartbroken Bella sleepwalks through her senior year of high school, numb and alone, she discovers Edward's image comes to her whenever she puts herself in jeopardy. Her desire to be with him at any cost leads her to take greater and greater risks.

With the help of her childhood friend Jacob Black, Bella refurbishes an old motorbike to carry her on her adventures. Bella's frozen heart is gradually thawed by her budding relationship with Jacob, a member of the mysterious Quileute tribe, who has a supernatural secret of his own.

When a chance encounter brings Bella face to face with a former nemesis, only the intervention of a pack of supernaturally large wolves saves her from a grisly fate, and the encounter makes it frighteningly clear that Bella is still in grave danger. In a race against the clock, Bella learns the secret of the Quileutes and Edward's true motivation for leaving her. She also faces the prospect of a potentially deadly reunion with her beloved that is a far cry from the one she'd hoped for.

More info: www.newmoonthemovie.com

"The Blind Side"

25 Nov 2009 03:50:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 9:50 – 11:58pm

Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

More info: www.theblindsidemovie.com

"Paranormal Activity"

25 Nov 2009 03:55:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 9:55 – 11:34pm

After a young, middle class couple moves into what seems like a typical suburban "starter" tract house, they become increasingly disturbed by a presence that may or may not be demonic, but is certainly most active in the middle of the night. Especially when they sleep. Or try to.

More info: www.paranormalactivity-movie.com

"Disney's A Christmas Carol in 3D"

25 Nov 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 10 – 11:36pm

Ebenezer Scrooge begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk and his cheery nephew. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it's too late.

More info: disney.go.com…

"The Box"

25 Nov 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 10 – 11:47pm

An unhappily married couple receive a small wooden box on their doorstep. At the push of a button, the box brings its bearer instant wealth but also instantly kills someone the bearer doesn't know.

More info: thebox-movie.warnerbros.com

"Law Abiding Citizen"

25 Nov 2009 04:05:00 GMT

Premiere Cinemas
8902 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Tuesday, November 24, 2009, 10:05pm – 12:07am

Clyde Shelton is an upstanding family man whose wife and daughter are brutally murdered during a home invasion. When the killers are caught, Nick Rice, a hotshot young Philadelphia prosecutor, is assigned to the case. Over his objections, Nick is forced by his boss to offer one of the suspects a light sentence in exchange for testifying against his accomplice. Fast forward ten years. The man who got away with murder is found dead and Clyde Shelton coolly admits his guilt. Then he issues a warning to Nick: Either fix the flawed justice system that failed his family, or key players in the trial will die. Soon Shelton follows through on his threats, orchestrating from his jail cell a string of spectacularly diabolical assassinations that can be neither predicted nor prevented. Philadelphia is gripped with fear as Shelton's high-profile targets are slain one after another and the authorities are powerless to halt his reign of terror. Only Nick can stop the killing, and to do so he must outwit this brilliant sociopath in a harrowing contest of wills in which even the smallest misstep means death. With his own family now in Shelton's crosshairs, Nick finds himself in a desperate race against time facing a deadly adversary who seems always to be one step ahead.

More info: www.lawabidingcitizenfilm.com

"Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island"

25 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Moody Gardens recently announced the opening of Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 21. The exhibit chronicles the Port of Galveston’s largely forgotten history as a major gateway to American immigration from 1845 to 1924. Forgotten Gateway builds on a growing scholarly and public interest in the history of migration patterns to America and Galveston’s place as one of the nation’s top immigrant ports in that history.

“This exhibit is the first of its kind to explore Galveston’s legacy as a port of entry on a national scale,” said John Zendt, Moody Gardens general manager. “We are very excited to have it here on the island and bring to light the little-known yet rich era of Galveston’s history and just how important it was to the growth of Texas and the American Midwest.”

Long before Ellis Island processed its first immigrant, Galveston was a port of entry for hundreds of thousands of immigrants. While the New York counterpart made it a natural port for Europeans, Galveston attracted a diverse group of people from Europe, Mexico, South and Central America and even Asia. In addition, before the Civil War, it was a major port for forced migration – the sale and transport of slaves from Africa and other points in the United States to Texas.

The exhibit highlights enduring humanities themes in the history of immigration including: the dangers of the journey; making a life in a new land; navigating bureaucracy; confronting discrimination; and becoming “American.” These trials and tribulations are illuminated through personal stories, dynamic visitor interactive kiosks, engaging media pieces, and more than 200 original artifacts and documents. The exhibit originated from a comment a 10th-grader made on a heritage trip to Ellis Island. “Why do we need to go to New York,” asked the student. “My grandparents came through Galveston.”

Forgotten Gateway will be on exhibit through September 11, 2010. Admission will be $8.95. For more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

25 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 10 – 11:40am

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Prince Varughese Thomas: "Liquid Sky" and Steven Gilbert: "Museum People"

25 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Wagner Sousa Modern Art
404 25th St.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 10am – 4pm

Wagner Sousa Modern Art features two exhibitions: Prince Varughese Thomas' "Liquid Sky;" and Steven Gilbert's "Museum People," on view thru November 26, 2009.

Wagner Sousa Modern Art represents a number of emerging and established artists working in the fields of drawing, painting, sculpture and photography. We also show work by several craftsmen working in modern furniture.

The gallery is located in the historic 1878 M.W. Shaw building, a warehouse space in a developing section of downtown Galveston.

More info: www.galveston.com…

“The Moodys of Galveston, a Texas Banking Family”

25 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 11am – 3pm

This exhibit traces the history of early Texas banking and the involvement of the Moody family of Galveston in the expansion of that industry. Colonel William Lewis Moody began the family’s banking heritage by serving as president of the National Bank of Texas, which was the second bank established in the state receiving its charter on March 6, 1866. His son, W. L. Moody, Jr., continued the family tradition with the founding of City National Bank in 1907 and the establishment of W. L. Moody and Company Bankers, Unincorporated in 1916. W. L. Moody, Jr.’s daughter, Mary Moody Northen, and his grandson, Robert L. Moody, Sr., upheld the family banking tradition. Learn about the history of this family and their leadership in the development of the Texas banking industry.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

25 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 11am – 12pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Gentle Yoga with Kathleen

25 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 11am – 12:15pm

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

A practice designed for beginners, older students, or those wanting a slower pace. Class includes both dynamic and static postures sequenced to develop strength, balance and flexibility. Meditation and breathing techniques are introduced to support the release of physical and mental tension.

More info: galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

25 Nov 2009 17:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 11:30am – 12:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Wild Ocean IMAX 3D"

25 Nov 2009 17:50:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 11:50am – 12:30pm

Wild Ocean is in an uplifting, giant screen cinema experience capturing one of nature's greatest migration spectacles. Plunge into an underwater feeding frenzy, amidst the dolphins, sharks, whales, gannets, seals and billions of fish. Filmed off the Wild Coast of South Africa, Wild Ocean is a timely documentary that celebrates the animals that now depend on us to survive and the efforts by the local people to protect this invaluable ecological resource. Hope is alive on the Wild Coast, where Africa meets the sea.

Each year a feeding frenzy of sharks, dolphins, whales and other big game fish takes place along the Wild Coast of South Africa, as billions of sardines migrate up the KwaZulu-Natal Coast. Wild Ocean delves into this underwater struggle and examines the effects that global warming and over fishing have had on the great migration and local people.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

25 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 12 – 1pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

25 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 12 – 12:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Polar Express 4D"

25 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 12 – 12:12pm

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

25 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 12:30 – 12:42pm

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

25 Nov 2009 18:45:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 12:45 – 2:25pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

25 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 1 – 2pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

25 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 1 – 1:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

25 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 1 – 2pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

25 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 2 – 3pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

25 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 2 – 2:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Polar Express 4D"

25 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 2 – 2:12pm

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

25 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 2:30 – 2:42pm

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

25 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 2:30 – 3:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

25 Nov 2009 20:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 2:35 – 3:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

25 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 3 – 3:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

25 Nov 2009 21:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 3:35 – 4:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Polar Express 4D"

25 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 4 – 4:12pm

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

25 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 4 – 5pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

25 Nov 2009 22:05:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 4:05 – 5:45pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

25 Nov 2009 22:30:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 4:30 – 4:42pm

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

Yoga Roots with Courtney

25 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 5:30 – 6:45pm

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

For students new to Hatha yoga, or as a refresher for returning students, this class provides the foundation for building a yoga practice. Focus is on alignment principles to enhance the benefits, safety and understanding of asanas (postures).

More info: galveston.com…

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

26 Nov 2009 00:10:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 6:10 – 6:44pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

26 Nov 2009 00:40:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 6:40 – 8:20pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Angelo Tolentino

26 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The San Luis Bar
5222 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 7 – 11pm

The San Luis Bar welcomes live music by Angelo Tolentino, every Tuesday thru Thursday evenings 7pm - 11pm.

An ocean of opportunity awaits you at The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center, a 30-acre year round beachfront resort on Galveston Island and recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award since 2000.

More info: galveston.com…

Yoga Wings with Kathleen

26 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 7 – 8:15pm

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

A Vinyasa-flow class using surya namaskar (sun salutation) as a thread woven throughout the practice. Standing poses, forward & backbends, twists, balance poses and inversions are sequenced with the vinyasa. This dynamically-paced series builds internal heat, strength, stamina and flexibility.

More info: galveston.com…

Strand Jamz Session hosted by Boo Schaaf

26 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Crow's Cantina
2408 Strand
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 8pm – 12am

Crow's Cantina presents live music by Boo Schaaf.

Crow's Cantina Bar and Grill is an excellent place for people watching, drinkin', and fun.

Crow's has become well known to locals and cruise ship passengers for some of the best live music on the Island, and for its excellent Strand location, literally steps from the Cruise Terminal.

Crow's great staff is dedicated to making sure your visit is enjoyable as it is unforgettable.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

26 Nov 2009 02:40:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 8:40 – 10:20pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Neil Down

26 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Old Quarter
413 20th St.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 9pm – 1am

Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe presents live music by Neil Down, every Wednesday evening, 9pm - 1am. No cover.

Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe is one of the most memorable live music venues in the Houston area, if not all of Texas. Owner Rex (Wrecks) Bell welcomes patrons to this intimate, non-pretentious corner bar, where the tunes rock and the drinks flow.

Artists like ZZ Top, Secret Agent 8, Grady Lee, JT Van Zandt, Sisters Morales, Richard Dobson & Lady Boyd, Don Sanders, the PC Cowboys, L'Amant, Freddie Krc, Jesse Dayton, Harlem Slim, Paul Sprawl, and Eden Brent are just some of the legendary talents that grace the stage weekly at this nightspot that always wows.

Old Quarter is located in the middle of the Postoffice Street Arts & Entertainment District, around the corner from a host of renowned restaurants, art galleries, shopping, and nightlife.

More info: www.galveston.com…

The Line Up

26 Nov 2009 03:30:00 GMT

B. Jiggers Lounge
5002 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 9:30pm – 1:30am

B. Jigger's Lounge presents live music by The Line Up. No cover.

B. Jiggers Lounge, located within Holiday Inn Resort, features live music, dancing, and drink specials.

Holiday Inn Resort has eight-stories of Gulf view rooms on Galveston Island located at the San Luis Resort in the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast! Most of the rooms have private balconies overlooking the Gulf or the pool. The Jetty Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as room service. B’Jiggers Lounge offers live entertainment and Happy Hour specials.

Holiday Inn Resort is centrally located to many Galveston attractions like the beach, Rainforest Café and Adventure Ride, and shopping at the Historical Strand District.

Stay before or after a cruise and leave your car at the hotel. Holiday Inn provides a shuttle to and from the cruise terminals.

Whether you want to take a historic home tour at Bishop’s Palace, Moody Mansion or Ashton Villa or catch a play at The Grand 1894 Opera House, Holiday Inn Resort is the place to stay.

Galveston also has numerous businesses surrounding the hotel. The Galveston Island Convention Center is only blocks away. Prominent universities such as Texas A & M University and University of Texas Medical Branch, as well as American National Insurance, are minutes away. Houston is just up the road making the Holiday Inn THE place to stay! Galveston Island is the home of many Special Events such as: Lone Star Motorcycle Rally, Dickens on the Strand, Mardi Gras, and more.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island"

26 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009

Moody Gardens recently announced the opening of Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 21. The exhibit chronicles the Port of Galveston’s largely forgotten history as a major gateway to American immigration from 1845 to 1924. Forgotten Gateway builds on a growing scholarly and public interest in the history of migration patterns to America and Galveston’s place as one of the nation’s top immigrant ports in that history.

“This exhibit is the first of its kind to explore Galveston’s legacy as a port of entry on a national scale,” said John Zendt, Moody Gardens general manager. “We are very excited to have it here on the island and bring to light the little-known yet rich era of Galveston’s history and just how important it was to the growth of Texas and the American Midwest.”

Long before Ellis Island processed its first immigrant, Galveston was a port of entry for hundreds of thousands of immigrants. While the New York counterpart made it a natural port for Europeans, Galveston attracted a diverse group of people from Europe, Mexico, South and Central America and even Asia. In addition, before the Civil War, it was a major port for forced migration – the sale and transport of slaves from Africa and other points in the United States to Texas.

The exhibit highlights enduring humanities themes in the history of immigration including: the dangers of the journey; making a life in a new land; navigating bureaucracy; confronting discrimination; and becoming “American.” These trials and tribulations are illuminated through personal stories, dynamic visitor interactive kiosks, engaging media pieces, and more than 200 original artifacts and documents. The exhibit originated from a comment a 10th-grader made on a heritage trip to Ellis Island. “Why do we need to go to New York,” asked the student. “My grandparents came through Galveston.”

Forgotten Gateway will be on exhibit through September 11, 2010. Admission will be $8.95. For more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Nia with Cathy

26 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 5:30 – 6:30am

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled classes.

A high-energy, low-impact practice, Nia is performed barefoot to diverse and inspiring music - engaging the body, mind and spirit in joyful, expressive movement. Appropriate for all fitness levels. Bring a towel and water.

More info: galveston.com…

Yoga Wings with Courtney

26 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 9 – 10:15am

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

A Vinyasa-flow class using surya namaskar (sun salutation) as a thread woven throughout the practice. Standing poses, forward & backbends, twists, balance poses and inversions are sequenced with the vinyasa. This dynamically-paced series builds internal heat, strength, stamina and flexibility.

More info: galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

26 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 10 – 11:40am

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Prince Varughese Thomas: "Liquid Sky" and Steven Gilbert: "Museum People"

26 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Wagner Sousa Modern Art
404 25th St.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 10am – 4pm

Wagner Sousa Modern Art features two exhibitions: Prince Varughese Thomas' "Liquid Sky;" and Steven Gilbert's "Museum People," on view thru November 26, 2009.

Wagner Sousa Modern Art represents a number of emerging and established artists working in the fields of drawing, painting, sculpture and photography. We also show work by several craftsmen working in modern furniture.

The gallery is located in the historic 1878 M.W. Shaw building, a warehouse space in a developing section of downtown Galveston.

More info: www.galveston.com…

The San Luis Presents Galveston Island's Premier Thanksgiving Event

26 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

5222 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 11am – 4pm

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center is pulling out all the stops to share the spirit of the holiday with island residents and their families and friends for this annual tradition, Thursday, November 26. Reservations are available for 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm.

“Once again we are blessed with so much and looking forward to sharing the holiday with our treasured visitors and local friends,” said Michelle Beckwith, Area Director of Catering & Special Events. She assures that guests will enjoy a fabulous holiday celebration with a masterfully prepared Thanksgiving feast in the hotel’s Grand Ballroom beginning with generously hosted mimosas and champagne.

The feast features carved-to-order Cajun fried turkey breast with gravy and cranberry sauce or roast prime rib au jus. Add to that a bit of roasted butternut squash with sage soup, loin of pork with apricots and sour cherries, horseradish mashed potatoes, apple-walnut stuffing or traditional cornbread stuffing and of course, candied yams.

Don’t miss the jumbo shrimp and oysters on the half shell, petit crab martinis with avocado mousse, H2o Signature Sushi and blackened salmon on rainbow chard. For those with cravings for a traditional brunch, omelet’s will be prepared to order or guests can select corned beef hash, scrambled eggs, smoked bacon and sausage or sweet potato waffles with cinnamon whipped cream.

Steve Ratier, Director of Food & Beverage, has planned a bevy of sweets to top off your feast including pecan, apple, key lime and pumpkin pies, cheese cake, assorted mousse cups, chocolate cake and so much more. “It’s the time of year to indulge and we’re here to oblige,” said Ratier. And, of course it’s all escorted by sparkling Champagne and mimosas for your toasts of thanks and celebration.

The buffet is $42 for adults, seniors (65 and over) are $37, and children (6-12 years) are $20, plus sales tax and gratuity. Reservations are available for 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm, on a space available basis by calling The San Luis Hotel Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm (409) 744-1500 ext. 2122 or (409) 744-1500 ext. 2515.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Thanksgiving at The Hilton

26 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Hilton Galveston
5400 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 11am – 2pm

Hilton Galveston Island has much to be thankful for this year and is sharing the spirit with guests from all over offering its traditional Thanksgiving Buffet, Thurs., Nov. 26 from 11am-2pm in the Palm Court.

“Once again we have plenty to be thankful for and are excited to share this Thanksgiving with visitors and islanders alike,” said Mike Pistone, general manager.

While the Hilton’s buffet will feature the season’s traditional favorites like roasted turkey, cornbread dressing, mashed potatoes, baked yams and green bean casserole, Pistone said they’ll take tradition to the next level.

“Our culinary team has put together a wonderful selection for a non-stop feast,” said Pistone. The carving station will feature a steamship leg of pork complemented by salad selections of tossed garden salad, shrimp remoulade, fall pasta salad or fresh fruit.

Chef’s specialties will delight with a line up of seasonal vegetable blend, grilled tilapia crowned with Ponchartrain or flank steak Tejas.
If there’s room after the buffet, guests will be treated to a host of mouthwatering desserts.

The buffet is economically priced at $22.99 for adults, $16.99 for seniors and $8.99 for children ages 6-12.

Hilton Galveston Island is adjacent to the Galveston Island Convention Center at 54th and Seawall Boulevard. The Hilton is a part of the 30-acre San Luis Resort, Galveston’s premier beachfront resort, consisting of The San Luis Hotel, Spa & Conference Center, Hilton Galveston Island, The San Luis Condominiums, Holiday Inn Resort on the Beach and eight resort restaurants including nationally acclaimed Landry’s Seafood House and the Rainforest Cafe and River Adventure.
For reservations or information, call 409/744-5000, ext. 724.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

26 Nov 2009 17:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 11:30am – 12:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Wild Ocean IMAX 3D"

26 Nov 2009 17:50:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 11:50am – 12:30pm

Wild Ocean is in an uplifting, giant screen cinema experience capturing one of nature's greatest migration spectacles. Plunge into an underwater feeding frenzy, amidst the dolphins, sharks, whales, gannets, seals and billions of fish. Filmed off the Wild Coast of South Africa, Wild Ocean is a timely documentary that celebrates the animals that now depend on us to survive and the efforts by the local people to protect this invaluable ecological resource. Hope is alive on the Wild Coast, where Africa meets the sea.

Each year a feeding frenzy of sharks, dolphins, whales and other big game fish takes place along the Wild Coast of South Africa, as billions of sardines migrate up the KwaZulu-Natal Coast. Wild Ocean delves into this underwater struggle and examines the effects that global warming and over fishing have had on the great migration and local people.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

26 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 12 – 12:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Polar Express 4D"

26 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 12 – 9pm

Continuous showing every 15 minutes.

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

26 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 12 – 9pm

A continuous showing of "Santa's Late! The Ride" back-to-back for 9 hours.

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

26 Nov 2009 18:45:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 12:45 – 2:25pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

26 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 1 – 1:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

26 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 1 – 2pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"November Show"

26 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Art League Gallery
2117A Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 1 – 6pm

The Galveston Art League presents its November Show.

The Galveston Art League was founded in June, 1914. Today, it enjoys the distinction of being the oldest art league in Texas. Throughout the years, the league has exhibited the work of local artists, sponsored art instruction by well known artists, provided student scholarships and introduced Galvestonians to the cultural world.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

26 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 2 – 2:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

26 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 2:30 – 3:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

26 Nov 2009 20:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 2:35 – 3:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

26 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 3 – 3:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

26 Nov 2009 21:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 3:35 – 4:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

26 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 4 – 5pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

26 Nov 2009 22:05:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 4:05 – 5:45pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Festival of Lights

27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 6 – 10pm

Festive sights and sounds will once again fill the air at Moody Gardens during the Festival of Lights November 14th through January 2nd. As one of the largest holiday celebrations on the Gulf Coast, the annual event receives over 85,000 visitors, many of whom have made the festival their own holiday tradition.

Santa Claus will kick off the festivities on November 14th by parachuting in to switch on a mile-long trail of more than one million lights. The festival will be celebrated on Thursdays through Saturdays between November 20th and December 12th and daily starting December 17th through January 2nd, from 6pm to 10pm.

In addition to over 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertainment, visitors can strap on a pair of skates and glide across the ice at the area’s only Outdoor Ice Skating Rink. Indoors, visitors can take pictures with Santa or enjoy a variety of holiday-themed films at the IMAX 3D Theater, Ridefilm Theater and 4D Special FX Theater. In the spirit of tradition, Polar Express 4D will return with interactive special effects like snow, wind and the smell of hot chocolate to engage all the viewers’ senses.

Friends, family or colleagues can enjoy each other’s company over the annual Holiday Dinner Buffet at the Garden Restaurant or at the Gift of Christmas Live Show and Dinner which combines a fine dining experience with a festive performance by Texas’ brightest talents.

Admission to the Festival of Lights is $5.95, and tickets to additional attractions including the Rainforest Pyramid, holiday IMAX 3D film, holiday Ridefilm, Outdoor Ice Skating Rink and Colonel Paddlewheel Boat, can be purchased for $5 each with a Festival of Lights ticket. For more information, please call 800-582-4673 or visit moodygardens.org.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Gardens Outdoor Ice Skating Rink

27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 6 – 10pm

In addition to over 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertainment, visitors can strap on a pair of skates and glide across the ice at the area’s only Outdoor Ice Skating Rink. The brand new rink features the beautiful scenery of the Offatts Bayou.

$5.95 for adults, children and seniors($5.00 extra for skate rentals) $30.00 for adults, children and seniors. Includes unlimited admission to Festival of Lights and Outdoor Ice Skating Rink and skate rentals. Season Pass is good from Nov. 14, 2009 through Jan. 2, 2010.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

27 Nov 2009 00:10:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 6:10 – 6:44pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

27 Nov 2009 00:40:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 6:40 – 8:20pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Angelo Tolentino

27 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The San Luis Bar
5222 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 7 – 11pm

The San Luis Bar welcomes live music by Angelo Tolentino, every Tuesday thru Thursday evenings 7pm - 11pm.

An ocean of opportunity awaits you at The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center, a 30-acre year round beachfront resort on Galveston Island and recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award since 2000.

More info: galveston.com…

Restorative Yoga with Kathleen

27 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 7 – 8:15pm

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

An Iyengar-style class using props to target openings, create stability and enhance alignment. Postures are held for an extended time to increase benefi ts. This practice is challenging, rejuvenative and relaxing. Suitable for all levels.

More info: galveston.com…

Strand Jamz Session and Open Mic, hosted by Tomz Katz Jamz Band

27 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Crow's Cantina
2408 Strand
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 8pm – 12am

Crow's Cantina presents live music by Strand Jamz Session and Open Mic, hosted by Tomz Katz Jamz Band.

Crow's Cantina Bar and Grill is an excellent place for people watching, drinkin', and fun.

Crow's has become well known to locals and cruise ship passengers for some of the best live music on the Island, and for its excellent Strand location, literally steps from the Cruise Terminal.

Crow's great staff is dedicated to making sure your visit is enjoyable as it is unforgettable.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

27 Nov 2009 02:40:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 8:40 – 10:20pm

Starting Nov. 6 through Jan. 2, moviegoers can support the Tiny Tim Food Drive by donating non-perishable food items to receive $2 off the film admission.

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Gene Pool

27 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Old Quarter
413 20th St.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 9pm – 1am

Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe presents live music by Gene Pool, Thursday evening, 9pm - 1am. No cover.

Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe is one of the most memorable live music venues in the Houston area, if not all of Texas. Owner Rex (Wrecks) Bell welcomes patrons to this intimate, non-pretentious corner bar, where the tunes rock and the drinks flow.

Artists like ZZ Top, Secret Agent 8, Grady Lee, JT Van Zandt, Sisters Morales, Richard Dobson & Lady Boyd, Don Sanders, the PC Cowboys, L'Amant, Freddie Krc, Jesse Dayton, Harlem Slim, Paul Sprawl, and Eden Brent are just some of the legendary talents that grace the stage weekly at this nightspot that always wows.

Old Quarter is located in the middle of the Postoffice Street Arts & Entertainment District, around the corner from a host of renowned restaurants, art galleries, shopping, and nightlife.

More info: www.galveston.com…

The Line Up

27 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

B. Jiggers Lounge
5002 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Thursday, November 26, 2009, 9pm – 1am

B. Jigger's Lounge presents live music by The Line Up. No cover.

B. Jiggers Lounge, located within Holiday Inn Resort, features live music, dancing, and drink specials.

Holiday Inn Resort has eight-stories of Gulf view rooms on Galveston Island located at the San Luis Resort in the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast! Most of the rooms have private balconies overlooking the Gulf or the pool. The Jetty Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as room service. B’Jiggers Lounge offers live entertainment and Happy Hour specials.

Holiday Inn Resort is centrally located to many Galveston attractions like the beach, Rainforest Café and Adventure Ride, and shopping at the Historical Strand District.

Stay before or after a cruise and leave your car at the hotel. Holiday Inn provides a shuttle to and from the cruise terminals.

Whether you want to take a historic home tour at Bishop’s Palace, Moody Mansion or Ashton Villa or catch a play at The Grand 1894 Opera House, Holiday Inn Resort is the place to stay.

Galveston also has numerous businesses surrounding the hotel. The Galveston Island Convention Center is only blocks away. Prominent universities such as Texas A & M University and University of Texas Medical Branch, as well as American National Insurance, are minutes away. Houston is just up the road making the Holiday Inn THE place to stay! Galveston Island is the home of many Special Events such as: Lone Star Motorcycle Rally, Dickens on the Strand, Mardi Gras, and more.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island"

27 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009

Moody Gardens recently announced the opening of Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 21. The exhibit chronicles the Port of Galveston’s largely forgotten history as a major gateway to American immigration from 1845 to 1924. Forgotten Gateway builds on a growing scholarly and public interest in the history of migration patterns to America and Galveston’s place as one of the nation’s top immigrant ports in that history.

“This exhibit is the first of its kind to explore Galveston’s legacy as a port of entry on a national scale,” said John Zendt, Moody Gardens general manager. “We are very excited to have it here on the island and bring to light the little-known yet rich era of Galveston’s history and just how important it was to the growth of Texas and the American Midwest.”

Long before Ellis Island processed its first immigrant, Galveston was a port of entry for hundreds of thousands of immigrants. While the New York counterpart made it a natural port for Europeans, Galveston attracted a diverse group of people from Europe, Mexico, South and Central America and even Asia. In addition, before the Civil War, it was a major port for forced migration – the sale and transport of slaves from Africa and other points in the United States to Texas.

The exhibit highlights enduring humanities themes in the history of immigration including: the dangers of the journey; making a life in a new land; navigating bureaucracy; confronting discrimination; and becoming “American.” These trials and tribulations are illuminated through personal stories, dynamic visitor interactive kiosks, engaging media pieces, and more than 200 original artifacts and documents. The exhibit originated from a comment a 10th-grader made on a heritage trip to Ellis Island. “Why do we need to go to New York,” asked the student. “My grandparents came through Galveston.”

Forgotten Gateway will be on exhibit through September 11, 2010. Admission will be $8.95. For more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

27 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 10 – 11:40am

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Group Exhibition"

27 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Local Color
120 20th Street
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 10am – 6pm

Local Color Gallery presents a group exhibition with works by Darren Cleveland, David L. Vollmer, Mike Meadors, Kai Urushihara, Lorraine Martin, and John Skarda.

Local Color features an array of artwork by local artists, as well as wide selection of gift items. The gallery features beautiful, digital photography by Darren Cleveland, hand-knitted wire creations by David L. Vollmer, unique Galveston postcards, dazzling sculpture and jewelry by Beverly Cox, rich flavorful Giordano Coffee, soy-blended Jazz candles, and much more.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Schlitterbahn Heated Indoor Season

27 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Schlitterbahn Waterpark
2026 Lockheed Drive
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 10am – 5pm

Splash into the World’s #1 Indoor Waterpark at Schlitterbahn Galveston Island! Whatever the weather, surfing, splashing fun is on at Schlitterbahn’s Wasserfest indoor park. Hot or cold, rain or shine, Schlitterbahn’s got you covered with climate-controlled rivers, slides, and pools that will put you in a tropical mood!

More info: www.galveston.com…

“The Moodys of Galveston, a Texas Banking Family”

27 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 11am – 3pm

This exhibit traces the history of early Texas banking and the involvement of the Moody family of Galveston in the expansion of that industry. Colonel William Lewis Moody began the family’s banking heritage by serving as president of the National Bank of Texas, which was the second bank established in the state receiving its charter on March 6, 1866. His son, W. L. Moody, Jr., continued the family tradition with the founding of City National Bank in 1907 and the establishment of W. L. Moody and Company Bankers, Unincorporated in 1916. W. L. Moody, Jr.’s daughter, Mary Moody Northen, and his grandson, Robert L. Moody, Sr., upheld the family banking tradition. Learn about the history of this family and their leadership in the development of the Texas banking industry.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Decorated for the Holidays

27 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 11am – 3pm

Every year Moody Mansion is decorated for Christmas as we remember Mary Moody Northen’s affection for this holiday. Historic ornaments and lights are added to trees all over the first floor. The largest tree, placed in the ballroom, is covered with her personal collection of ornaments which date from the early 1900’s into the 1980’s.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

27 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 11am – 12pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Yin Yoga with Kathleen

27 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 11am – 12:15pm

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

A compliment to dynamic yoga practices, an antidote to a fast-paced lifestyle. Primarily floor work, Yin Yoga targets the connective tissues. Postures are held, muscles are invited to yield, and space is opened in the joints, allowing energy to flow. Focused and reflective, this practice encourages a healthy, supple body and a cool, peaceful mind.

More info: galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

27 Nov 2009 17:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 11:30am – 12:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Wild Ocean IMAX 3D"

27 Nov 2009 17:50:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 11:50am – 12:30pm

Wild Ocean is in an uplifting, giant screen cinema experience capturing one of nature's greatest migration spectacles. Plunge into an underwater feeding frenzy, amidst the dolphins, sharks, whales, gannets, seals and billions of fish. Filmed off the Wild Coast of South Africa, Wild Ocean is a timely documentary that celebrates the animals that now depend on us to survive and the efforts by the local people to protect this invaluable ecological resource. Hope is alive on the Wild Coast, where Africa meets the sea.

Each year a feeding frenzy of sharks, dolphins, whales and other big game fish takes place along the Wild Coast of South Africa, as billions of sardines migrate up the KwaZulu-Natal Coast. Wild Ocean delves into this underwater struggle and examines the effects that global warming and over fishing have had on the great migration and local people.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

27 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 12 – 1pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

27 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 12 – 12:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Polar Express 4D"

27 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 12 – 9pm

Continuous showing every 15 minutes.

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

27 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 12 – 9pm

A continuous showing of "Santa's Late! The Ride" back-to-back for 9 hours.

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Gardens Outdoor Ice Skating Rink

27 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 12 – 4pm

In addition to over 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertainment, visitors can strap on a pair of skates and glide across the ice at the area’s only Outdoor Ice Skating Rink. The brand new rink features the beautiful scenery of the Offatts Bayou.

$5.95 for adults, children and seniors($5.00 extra for skate rentals) $30.00 for adults, children and seniors. Includes unlimited admission to Festival of Lights and Outdoor Ice Skating Rink and skate rentals. Season Pass is good from Nov. 14, 2009 through Jan. 2, 2010.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

27 Nov 2009 18:45:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 12:45 – 2:25pm

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

27 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 1 – 2pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

27 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 1 – 1:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

27 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 1 – 2pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"November Show"

27 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Art League Gallery
2117A Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 1 – 6pm

The Galveston Art League presents its November Show.

The Galveston Art League was founded in June, 1914. Today, it enjoys the distinction of being the oldest art league in Texas. Throughout the years, the league has exhibited the work of local artists, sponsored art instruction by well known artists, provided student scholarships and introduced Galvestonians to the cultural world.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

27 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 2 – 3pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

27 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 2 – 2:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Restoration in Progress" Tours

27 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Ashton Villa
2328 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 2 – 2:45pm

Ashton Villa is currently hosting “Restoration in Progress" Tours at Ashton Villa," every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. The tours lead visitors through the still unfinished, unfurnished main floor, whose original plaster walls are still drying, describing in detail the damage that occurred to the property as a result of Hurricane Ike and the steps that will be necessary to fully restore the mansion. The undamaged, still furnished second floor of Ashton Villa will be included in the tour as well.

The oldest mansion on Broadway, Ashton Villa was built in 1859 on the eve of the Civil War. It was operated as a house museum by Galveston Historical Foundation for decades until its first floor was flooded by Hurricane Ike on September 12, 2008.

The new Friday, Saturday, and Sunday tours at Ashton Villa will be held at 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. The price will be $9 for adults ($2 will go to match the Save America's Treasures Grant), $6 for students 6 to 18, $23 for a family pass (two adults and up to three students under 18), and free for kids 0 to 5.

The new tour will cover the history of the house, the family, the 1900 Hurricane, the grade raising, Hurricane Ike, and preservation/restoration problems of the house has faced both before and after Hurricane Ike. Problems such as the deterioration of the brick, the rising damp, will be covered, as will the possible solutions to those problems, and the damage and remediation of the building after Ike.

For more information, call 409-762-2475.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

27 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 2:30 – 3:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

27 Nov 2009 20:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 2:35 – 3:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

27 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 3 – 3:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Restoration in Progress" Tours

27 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Ashton Villa
2328 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 3 – 3:45pm

Ashton Villa is currently hosting “Restoration in Progress" Tours at Ashton Villa," every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. The tours lead visitors through the still unfinished, unfurnished main floor, whose original plaster walls are still drying, describing in detail the damage that occurred to the property as a result of Hurricane Ike and the steps that will be necessary to fully restore the mansion. The undamaged, still furnished second floor of Ashton Villa will be included in the tour as well.

For more information, call 409-762-2475.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

27 Nov 2009 21:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 3:35 – 4:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

27 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 4 – 5pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Restoration in Progress" Tours

27 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Ashton Villa
2328 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 4 – 4:45pm

Ashton Villa is currently hosting “Restoration in Progress" Tours at Ashton Villa," every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. The tours lead visitors through the still unfinished, unfurnished main floor, whose original plaster walls are still drying, describing in detail the damage that occurred to the property as a result of Hurricane Ike and the steps that will be necessary to fully restore the mansion. The undamaged, still furnished second floor of Ashton Villa will be included in the tour as well.

The oldest mansion on Broadway, Ashton Villa was built in 1859 on the eve of the Civil War. It was operated as a house museum by Galveston Historical Foundation for decades until its first floor was flooded by Hurricane Ike on September 12, 2008.

The new Friday, Saturday, and Sunday tours at Ashton Villa will be held at 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. The price will be $9 for adults ($2 will go to match the Save America's Treasures Grant), $6 for students 6 to 18, $23 for a family pass (two adults and up to three students under 18), and free for kids 0 to 5.

The new tour will cover the history of the house, the family, the 1900 Hurricane, the grade raising, Hurricane Ike, and preservation/restoration problems of the house has faced both before and after Hurricane Ike. Problems such as the deterioration of the brick, the rising damp, will be covered, as will the possible solutions to those problems, and the damage and remediation of the building after Ike.

For more information, call 409-762-2475.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

27 Nov 2009 22:20:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 4:20 – 6pm

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Joe Sewell

27 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Hotel Galvez
2024 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 5 – 10pm

Enjoy the classic sounds of Joe Sewell every Friday and Saturday from 5 - 10 pm in the Lobby Bar of Hotel Galvez. This historic bar was originally located in one of the last speakeasies in Galveston - Old Galveston Club.

A sparkling vision of Victorian elegance rising from the sand and surf, the Hotel Galvez - A Wyndham Historic Hotel in Galveston, Texas, was known as the "Queen of the Gulf" on the day she opened in 1911. For nearly a century, this charming Galveston hotel has been the choice of guests as demanding and diverse as Teddy Roosevelt, Howard Hughes, and Frank Sinatra. A multi-million dollar renovation has restored the Hotel Galvez to its rightful place as a timeless showplace on the Gulf of Mexico.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Nina Kay

27 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

The Tremont House
2300 Mechanic St.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 5 – 10pm

Enjoy the classic sounds of Nina Kay in the historic Toujouse Bar. Live entertainment is scheduled every Friday and Saturday evening. The Toujouse Bar now offers a selection single malt scotches, small batch bourbons and a variety of martinis.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Festival of Lights

28 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 6 – 10pm

Festive sights and sounds will once again fill the air at Moody Gardens during the Festival of Lights November 14th through January 2nd. As one of the largest holiday celebrations on the Gulf Coast, the annual event receives over 85,000 visitors, many of whom have made the festival their own holiday tradition.

Santa Claus will kick off the festivities on November 14th by parachuting in to switch on a mile-long trail of more than one million lights. The festival will be celebrated on Thursdays through Saturdays between November 20th and December 12th and daily starting December 17th through January 2nd, from 6pm to 10pm.

In addition to over 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertainment, visitors can strap on a pair of skates and glide across the ice at the area’s only Outdoor Ice Skating Rink. Indoors, visitors can take pictures with Santa or enjoy a variety of holiday-themed films at the IMAX 3D Theater, Ridefilm Theater and 4D Special FX Theater. In the spirit of tradition, Polar Express 4D will return with interactive special effects like snow, wind and the smell of hot chocolate to engage all the viewers’ senses.

Friends, family or colleagues can enjoy each other’s company over the annual Holiday Dinner Buffet at the Garden Restaurant or at the Gift of Christmas Live Show and Dinner which combines a fine dining experience with a festive performance by Texas’ brightest talents.

Admission to the Festival of Lights is $5.95, and tickets to additional attractions including the Rainforest Pyramid, holiday IMAX 3D film, holiday Ridefilm, Outdoor Ice Skating Rink and Colonel Paddlewheel Boat, can be purchased for $5 each with a Festival of Lights ticket. For more information, please call 800-582-4673 or visit moodygardens.org.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Gardens Outdoor Ice Skating Rink

28 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 6 – 10pm

In addition to over 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertainment, visitors can strap on a pair of skates and glide across the ice at the area’s only Outdoor Ice Skating Rink. The brand new rink features the beautiful scenery of the Offatts Bayou.

$5.95 for adults, children and seniors($5.00 extra for skate rentals) $30.00 for adults, children and seniors. Includes unlimited admission to Festival of Lights and Outdoor Ice Skating Rink and skate rentals. Season Pass is good from Nov. 14, 2009 through Jan. 2, 2010.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Hotel Galvez Holiday Lighting Celebration

28 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Hotel Galvez
2024 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 6 – 8pm

Hotel Galvez will host its second annual Holiday Lighting Celebration on Friday, Nov. 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. Due to popular response to last year’s event, the hotel decided to make this an annual tradition at the historic hotel. This celebration will feature a special visit by Santa Claus, holiday entertainment by Brenham Children’s Chorus, Bayou City Pipes and Drums, Galveston Ballet and Galveston College Choir, as well as holiday greetings by Galveston Mayor Lyda Ann Thomas, and a special appearance by Queen Victoria extending her formal invitation to the upcoming Dickens on The Strand. Hotel Galvez is also collecting new, unwrapped toys for the Marine Toys for Tots campaign during the event.

Festivities begin at 6 p.m. with the arrival of Santa Claus by carriage. Guests are invited to take pictures with Santa, sing carols and enjoy holiday entertainment during the evening. The highlight of the evening will be the moment when the Mayor hits the switch to officially light up the hotel for the holiday season. Festivities will take place on the front lawn of the hotel.

As part of the event, Executive Chef Jerry Helminski will unveil his holiday gingerbread display – a gingerbread replica of the Hotel Galvez, while the lobby bar will feature holiday specialty drinks. The event is free to the public and sponsored by Mitchell Historic Properties and Hotel Galvez & Spa.

Santa Claus will make additional special appearances at the hotel’s Sunday Brunch with Santa on Dec. 6, 13 and 20, where guests are invited to have their pictures taken with Santa. During the month of December, the hotel’s live entertainment will take on a holiday theme on Fridays and Saturdays from 5 to 10 p.m. and Sundays, from 11 am to 2 p.m.

For more information on these events, call 409-765-7721.

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More info: www.galveston.com…

Tony Dinuzzo

28 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MOD Coffeehouse
2126 Post Office St
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 6 – 9pm

MOD Coffeehouse presents live music by Tony Dinuzzo.

MOD features Fair Trade coffee, espresso, lattes, freezes, Chai teas, and yummy goodies, home-baked in their kitchen. Don't miss their famous Espresso Brownies, Survivor Bars, Scones and their delicious daily Lunch Specials.

More info: www.modcoffeehouse.com

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

28 Nov 2009 00:10:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 6:10 – 6:44pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

28 Nov 2009 00:55:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 6:55 – 8:35pm

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Angelo Tolentino

28 Nov 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The San Luis Bar
5222 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 7 – 11pm

The San Luis Bar welcomes live music by Angelo Tolentino, every Tuesday thru Thursday evenings 7pm - 11pm.

An ocean of opportunity awaits you at The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center, a 30-acre year round beachfront resort on Galveston Island and recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award since 2000.

More info: galveston.com…

"A Broadway Christmas Carol"

28 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMT

island e.t.c.
2317 Mechanic
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 8 – 11pm

Christmas just got a whole lot funnier! "A Broadway Christmas Carol" is a delicious cross between the classic Dickens tale of the redeemed miser, Ebenezer Scrooge, and uproarious song parodies of your favorite Broadway show tunes. This irreverent and boisterous alternative to traditional holiday fare will leave you rolling in the aisle and begging for more!

Showtimes Thursday thru Saturday at 8pm, and Sunday at 2:30pm.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

28 Nov 2009 02:55:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 8:55 – 10:35pm

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Come See My Dead Person

28 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Old Quarter
413 20th St.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 9pm – 1am

Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe presents live music by Come See My Dead Person, Friday evening, 9pm - 1am. No cover.

Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe is one of the most memorable live music venues in the Houston area, if not all of Texas. Owner Rex (Wrecks) Bell welcomes patrons to this intimate, non-pretentious corner bar, where the tunes rock and the drinks flow.

Artists like ZZ Top, Secret Agent 8, Grady Lee, JT Van Zandt, Sisters Morales, Richard Dobson & Lady Boyd, Don Sanders, the PC Cowboys, L'Amant, Freddie Krc, Jesse Dayton, Harlem Slim, Paul Sprawl, and Eden Brent are just some of the legendary talents that grace the stage weekly at this nightspot that always wows.

Old Quarter is located in the middle of the Postoffice Street Arts & Entertainment District, around the corner from a host of renowned restaurants, art galleries, shopping, and nightlife.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Rapture

28 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

B. Jiggers Lounge
5002 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 9pm – 1am

B.Jigger's Lounge presents live music by Rapture. No cover.

B. Jiggers Lounge, located within Holiday Inn Resort, features live music, dancing, and drink specials.

Holiday Inn Resort has eight-stories of Gulf view rooms on Galveston Island located at the San Luis Resort in the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast! Most of the rooms have private balconies overlooking the Gulf or the pool. The Jetty Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as room service. B’Jiggers Lounge offers live entertainment and Happy Hour specials.

Holiday Inn Resort is centrally located to many Galveston attractions like the beach, Rainforest Café and Adventure Ride, and shopping at the Historical Strand District.

Stay before or after a cruise and leave your car at the hotel. Holiday Inn provides a shuttle to and from the cruise terminals.

Whether you want to take a historic home tour at Bishop’s Palace, Moody Mansion or Ashton Villa or catch a play at The Grand 1894 Opera House, Holiday Inn Resort is the place to stay.

Galveston also has numerous businesses surrounding the hotel. The Galveston Island Convention Center is only blocks away. Prominent universities such as Texas A & M University and University of Texas Medical Branch, as well as American National Insurance, are minutes away. Houston is just up the road making the Holiday Inn THE place to stay! Galveston Island is the home of many Special Events such as: Lone Star Motorcycle Rally, Dickens on the Strand, Mardi Gras, and more.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Friday Evening Drum Circle

28 Nov 2009 03:00:00 GMT

Courtyard Caffe
2519 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 9 – 11:30pm

Every Friday evening, guests are invited to The Courtyard Caffe for its weekly Drum Circle, beginning at 9pm and continuing to close.

During this festive weekly event, you'll enjoy everything from African drums, to belly dancing, to African chants.

All are welcome, and admission is free.

More info: www.galveston.com…

The Line Up, Celebrating Yaga's 23rd Anniversary Party

28 Nov 2009 04:30:00 GMT

Yaga's Cafe and Bar
2314 Strand
Galveston, TX
Friday, November 27, 2009, 10:30pm – 1:30am

Yaga's presents music by The Line Up, Celebrating Yaga's 23rd Anniversary Party.

Ready for some fun? Yaga's Cafe and Bar, located at 2314 Strand, wrote the book on mo' bettah food and vibes on Galveston Island.

From sandwiches to hot-from-the-oven pizzas to weekend live entertainment to the jammin' outdoor patio, Yaga's Cafe and Bar is place to go when you're ready for Jamaican-style good times.

Yaga's Cafe is conveniently located at the corner of 23rd and Strand, steps from Saengerfest Park, museums, art galleries, and The Texas Cruiseship Terminal.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Carnival Ecstasy 5-Day Cruise Departs from Galveston

28 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Port of Galveston
Saturday, November 28, 2009

The Carnival Ecstasy sails year round every other Saturday offering 5 day cruises from Galveston to Progreso and Cozumel.

To check rates and reserve your cruise vacation, contact GalvestonCruises.com, either online or by calling (800)593-8678.

More info: www.galvestoncruises.com

"Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island"

28 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009

Moody Gardens recently announced the opening of Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 21. The exhibit chronicles the Port of Galveston’s largely forgotten history as a major gateway to American immigration from 1845 to 1924. Forgotten Gateway builds on a growing scholarly and public interest in the history of migration patterns to America and Galveston’s place as one of the nation’s top immigrant ports in that history.

“This exhibit is the first of its kind to explore Galveston’s legacy as a port of entry on a national scale,” said John Zendt, Moody Gardens general manager. “We are very excited to have it here on the island and bring to light the little-known yet rich era of Galveston’s history and just how important it was to the growth of Texas and the American Midwest.”

Long before Ellis Island processed its first immigrant, Galveston was a port of entry for hundreds of thousands of immigrants. While the New York counterpart made it a natural port for Europeans, Galveston attracted a diverse group of people from Europe, Mexico, South and Central America and even Asia. In addition, before the Civil War, it was a major port for forced migration – the sale and transport of slaves from Africa and other points in the United States to Texas.

The exhibit highlights enduring humanities themes in the history of immigration including: the dangers of the journey; making a life in a new land; navigating bureaucracy; confronting discrimination; and becoming “American.” These trials and tribulations are illuminated through personal stories, dynamic visitor interactive kiosks, engaging media pieces, and more than 200 original artifacts and documents. The exhibit originated from a comment a 10th-grader made on a heritage trip to Ellis Island. “Why do we need to go to New York,” asked the student. “My grandparents came through Galveston.”

Forgotten Gateway will be on exhibit through September 11, 2010. Admission will be $8.95. For more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Noon Optimist Christmas Tree Fundraiser

28 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

21st & Broadway
2100 Broadway St
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 9am – 9pm

Grab the family and come on down The Noon Optimist is hosting its Annual Christmas Tree Fundraiser. The hours this year are from 4pm to 9pm on weekdays and 9am to 9pm on weekends. This year the lot will be on the corner of 21st and Broadway and as always the profits are donated to the kids of Galveston.

More info: www.galveston.com

BYOB (Bring Your Own Boat) Guided Paddling Tours

28 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

State Park
14901 FM 3005
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 9am – 12pm

The public is invited to take part in free Guided Paddling Tours every Saturday at Galveston Island State Park. Meet at the Nature Center at 9am. Enthusiastic Friends of Galveston Island State Park volunteers guide the way through the bayous, coves and natural and man made marshes of the north side of the park. Enjoy the serenity of floating through almost all of the park habitats from water level and especially experience the long-legged wading birds and raptors as they feed, breed and nest. Bring your own boat, paddle, life jacket and whatever else you may need for the journey. You will be getting in and out of the boat several times, so be sure to wear substantial water tolerant shoes because your feet will get wet and there are oyster beds scattered along the route.

Galveston Island State Park, in Galveston County, is in the City of Galveston on the west end of Galveston Island. It is a 2,013.1-acre site that was acquired in 1969 from private owners under the State Parks Bond Program and was opened in 1975.

Galveston Island is believed to be approximately 5000 years old and has had an interesting history during the past 500 years. It is generally believed Cabeza de Vaca and his crew were shipwrecked here in 1520 and eventually made their way from the island to colonies in Mexico. The LaFitte brothers, fleeing the prosecution of pirates in the United States, established a government here in 1817, with visions of creating a "Manhattan on the Gulf." Commerce did thrive here, but major storms in 1867, 1871, 1875, and 1886 greatly slowed progress. The great storm of 1900 devastated the island, killing 5000 to 10,000 people, and prompted the construction of the seawall which protects the northern half of the island.

Wading and shore birds, mottled and mallard ducks, raccoons, armadillos, and marsh rabbits can be found in the park for observation and photography.

More info: www.fogisp.org

Kayak Adventure

28 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

State Park
14901 FM 3005
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 9am – 1pm

The Galveston Island State Park offers paddlers access to one of Galveston’s premier ecological and historical jewels. Witness herons and pelicans flying overhead, travel back in time to when the Karankawas made Galveston Island their winter home, and discover how restoration scientists have restored wetlands and fisheries. This 1,200-acre state park hosts many examples of barrier island habitats explored easily from the beach or by walking trails.

Artist Boat is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting awareness and preservation of coastal margins and the marine environment through the disciplines of the sciences and the arts.

More info: www.artistboat.org

Yoga Sangha with Courtney

28 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 9 – 10:15am

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

A mixed-level community class, students of all levels are encouraged to deepen their practice - cultivating intelligence, strength, vitality and compassion. Class includes standing poses, twists, forward & backbends, and inversions.

More info: galveston.com…

Beach & Surf Exploration

28 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

State Park
14901 FM 3005
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 10 – 11:30am

The public is invited to take part in free Beach & Surf Exploration lectures every Saturday at Galveston Island State Park. Meet at the Nature Center at 10am. Get a close-up look at the many critters that inhabit the sand, surf and seaweed with some hands-on seining and digging under the guidance of volunteer beachcombers of Friends of Galveston Island State Park and Texas Master Naturalists. You can help with seining or stay dry and just inspect the catch.

Galveston Island State Park, in Galveston County, is in the City of Galveston on the west end of Galveston Island. It is a 2,013.1-acre site that was acquired in 1969 from private owners under the State Parks Bond Program and was opened in 1975.

Galveston Island is believed to be approximately 5000 years old and has had an interesting history during the past 500 years. It is generally believed Cabeza de Vaca and his crew were shipwrecked here in 1520 and eventually made their way from the island to colonies in Mexico. The LaFitte brothers, fleeing the prosecution of pirates in the United States, established a government here in 1817, with visions of creating a "Manhattan on the Gulf." Commerce did thrive here, but major storms in 1867, 1871, 1875, and 1886 greatly slowed progress. The great storm of 1900 devastated the island, killing 5000 to 10,000 people, and prompted the construction of the seawall which protects the northern half of the island.

Wading and shore birds, mottled and mallard ducks, raccoons, armadillos, and marsh rabbits can be found in the park for observation and photography.

More info: www.fogisp.org

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

28 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 10 – 11:40am

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Schlitterbahn Heated Indoor Season

28 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Schlitterbahn Waterpark
2026 Lockheed Drive
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 10am – 5pm

Splash into the World’s #1 Indoor Waterpark at Schlitterbahn Galveston Island! Whatever the weather, surfing, splashing fun is on at Schlitterbahn’s Wasserfest indoor park. Hot or cold, rain or shine, Schlitterbahn’s got you covered with climate-controlled rivers, slides, and pools that will put you in a tropical mood!

More info: www.galveston.com…

“The Moodys of Galveston, a Texas Banking Family”

28 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 11am – 3pm

This exhibit traces the history of early Texas banking and the involvement of the Moody family of Galveston in the expansion of that industry. Colonel William Lewis Moody began the family’s banking heritage by serving as president of the National Bank of Texas, which was the second bank established in the state receiving its charter on March 6, 1866. His son, W. L. Moody, Jr., continued the family tradition with the founding of City National Bank in 1907 and the establishment of W. L. Moody and Company Bankers, Unincorporated in 1916. W. L. Moody, Jr.’s daughter, Mary Moody Northen, and his grandson, Robert L. Moody, Sr., upheld the family banking tradition. Learn about the history of this family and their leadership in the development of the Texas banking industry.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Decorated for the Holidays

28 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 11am – 3pm

Every year Moody Mansion is decorated for Christmas as we remember Mary Moody Northen’s affection for this holiday. Historic ornaments and lights are added to trees all over the first floor. The largest tree, placed in the ballroom, is covered with her personal collection of ornaments which date from the early 1900’s into the 1980’s.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

28 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 11am – 12pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Restorative Yoga with Kathleen

28 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Yoga Haven
2507 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 11am – 12:15pm

The Yoga Haven invites you to take part in scheduled yoga classes.

An Iyengar-style class using props to target openings, create stability and enhance alignment. Postures are held for an extended time to increase benefi ts. This practice is challenging, rejuvenative and relaxing. Suitable for all levels.

More info: galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

28 Nov 2009 17:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 11:30am – 12:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Wild Ocean IMAX 3D"

28 Nov 2009 17:50:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 11:50am – 12:30pm

Wild Ocean is in an uplifting, giant screen cinema experience capturing one of nature's greatest migration spectacles. Plunge into an underwater feeding frenzy, amidst the dolphins, sharks, whales, gannets, seals and billions of fish. Filmed off the Wild Coast of South Africa, Wild Ocean is a timely documentary that celebrates the animals that now depend on us to survive and the efforts by the local people to protect this invaluable ecological resource. Hope is alive on the Wild Coast, where Africa meets the sea.

Each year a feeding frenzy of sharks, dolphins, whales and other big game fish takes place along the Wild Coast of South Africa, as billions of sardines migrate up the KwaZulu-Natal Coast. Wild Ocean delves into this underwater struggle and examines the effects that global warming and over fishing have had on the great migration and local people.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

28 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 12 – 1pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

28 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 12 – 12:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Polar Express 4D"

28 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 12 – 9pm

Continuous showing every 15 minutes.

You are invited on an extraordinary 4-D adventure this holiday season on The Polar Express! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The Polar Express 4-D Experience is based on the inspiring and beloved Caldecott Medal children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg.

Climb aboard The Polar Express 4-D Experience for a cold winter’s journey that’s sure to warm your heart and make you believe.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Santa's Late! the Ride"

28 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 12 – 9pm

A continuous showing of "Santa's Late! The Ride" back-to-back for 9 hours.

It is almost midnight and Santa is nowhere to be found! Santa’s elves are tracking his movements on their Worldwide GIFTDROP screen, but they’ve lost Santa over Hawaii. Santa must return to the North Pole Village before midnight or Christmas is lost! Will Santa make it in time for Christmas? Come experience this Christmas adventure and find out!

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Gardens Outdoor Ice Skating Rink

28 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 12 – 4pm

In addition to over 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertainment, visitors can strap on a pair of skates and glide across the ice at the area’s only Outdoor Ice Skating Rink. The brand new rink features the beautiful scenery of the Offatts Bayou.

$5.95 for adults, children and seniors($5.00 extra for skate rentals) $30.00 for adults, children and seniors. Includes unlimited admission to Festival of Lights and Outdoor Ice Skating Rink and skate rentals. Season Pass is good from Nov. 14, 2009 through Jan. 2, 2010.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

28 Nov 2009 18:45:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 12:45 – 2:25pm

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

28 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 1 – 2pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

28 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 1 – 1:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

28 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 1 – 2pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Magazine Unplugged

28 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Crow's Cantina
2408 Strand
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 2 – 6pm

Crow's Cantina presents live music by Magazine Unplugged.

Crow's Cantina Bar and Grill is an excellent place for people watching, drinkin', and fun.

Crow's has become well known to locals and cruise ship passengers for some of the best live music on the Island, and for its excellent Strand location, literally steps from the Cruise Terminal.

Crow's great staff is dedicated to making sure your visit is enjoyable as it is unforgettable.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Mansion Tour

28 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Moody Mansion
2618 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 2 – 3pm

The guided tour of the Moody Mansion includes a history of the Moody family in the context of late 19th and 20th century Galveston and Texas.

The furnishings are all original to the family and to the house. Each room on the main floor is decorated in a different style. The house was meticulously restored in the late 1980s and first opened to the public in 1991. The tour lasts about one hour. Pre-arranged group tours for both adults and young people are welcome.

The Mansion's current exhibit is "Auto Fever," housed in a new garage facility a few steps from Moody Mansion’s back door. Centerpieces of the exhibit are three restored automobiles that belonged to members of the Moody family, surrounded by exhibits on the impact of the automobile on the Moody Family, Galveston, Texas and the United States. This separate exhibit facility is included in the price of admission to Moody Mansion.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

28 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 2 – 2:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Restoration in Progress" Tours

28 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Ashton Villa
2328 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 2 – 2:45pm

Ashton Villa is currently hosting “Restoration in Progress" Tours at Ashton Villa," every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. The tours lead visitors through the still unfinished, unfurnished main floor, whose original plaster walls are still drying, describing in detail the damage that occurred to the property as a result of Hurricane Ike and the steps that will be necessary to fully restore the mansion. The undamaged, still furnished second floor of Ashton Villa will be included in the tour as well.

The oldest mansion on Broadway, Ashton Villa was built in 1859 on the eve of the Civil War. It was operated as a house museum by Galveston Historical Foundation for decades until its first floor was flooded by Hurricane Ike on September 12, 2008.

The new Friday, Saturday, and Sunday tours at Ashton Villa will be held at 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. The price will be $9 for adults ($2 will go to match the Save America's Treasures Grant), $6 for students 6 to 18, $23 for a family pass (two adults and up to three students under 18), and free for kids 0 to 5.

The new tour will cover the history of the house, the family, the 1900 Hurricane, the grade raising, Hurricane Ike, and preservation/restoration problems of the house has faced both before and after Hurricane Ike. Problems such as the deterioration of the brick, the rising damp, will be covered, as will the possible solutions to those problems, and the damage and remediation of the building after Ike.

For more information, call 409-762-2475.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Santa by the Sea

28 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT

Tremont Ballroom Lobby
Davidson Ballroom
24th St. & Mechanic
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 2:30 – 6:30pm

Santa's sleigh will touch down in downtown Galveston Saturday, November 28th. Kids are invited to visit with 'ole Saint Nick from 2:30pm to 6:30pm, in the Tremont Ballroom Lobby in the Davidson Building, just across from The Tremont House.

Admission is free.

More info: www.downtowngalveston.org

Harbor Tour

28 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 2:30 – 3:30pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

28 Nov 2009 20:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 2:35 – 3:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Bishop's Palace Tours

28 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Bishop's Palace
1402 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 3 – 3:45pm

The Bishop's Palace offers tours on the hour, daily noon - 4pm.

The Bishop's Palace is one of the best known and most widely recognized historic attractions in the country. It is listed by the U. S. Department of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark, and has been named by the American Institute of Architects as the 14th most important Victorian building in America.

Galveston’s grandest and best-known building, the Bishop’s Palace is an ornate delight of colored stone, intricately carved ornaments, rare woods, stained-glass windows, bronze dragons and other sculptures, luxury materials and furnishings, and impressive fireplaces from around the world (including one lined with pure silver!).

Built by lawyer Colonel Walter Gresham and designed by Nicholas Clayton, Galveston’s premier architect, this Victorian castle was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The home was built from 1886 to 1892.

If you can only visit one of Galveston’s architectural treasures, the exquisite Bishop’s Palace is the one to see. The building is owned by the Galveston-Houston Catholic Archdioces, and is managed as a museum by Galveston Historical Foundation.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Restoration in Progress" Tours

28 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT

Ashton Villa
2328 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 3 – 3:45pm

Ashton Villa is currently hosting “Restoration in Progress" Tours at Ashton Villa," every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. The tours lead visitors through the still unfinished, unfurnished main floor, whose original plaster walls are still drying, describing in detail the damage that occurred to the property as a result of Hurricane Ike and the steps that will be necessary to fully restore the mansion. The undamaged, still furnished second floor of Ashton Villa will be included in the tour as well.

For more information, call 409-762-2475.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Light before Christmas IMAX 3D"

28 Nov 2009 21:35:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 3:35 – 4:09pm

After losing their way on a cold, blustery Christmas eve, two children, Katie and Makean are rescued by their friend, The Candleman, an old sage who imparts wisdom, hot chocolate and stories. He immediately invites the shivering children to his cozy cottage where he helps them warm up and dry out their mittens.

Knowing a little holiday magic will raise the children's spirits, The Candleman opens a weathered book and begins to read the classic tale, "The Night Before Christmas." To their astonishment, Katie and Makean find themselves as characters in the poem, where they experience the wonder and delight of Santa's visit to their home, complete with Hob the Elf and full team of reindeer. Hoping not to be seen, the children sneak from their bedroom and watch wide-eyed as Santa carefully fills the stocking and gently tucks gifts under the glittering Christmas tree.

This stunning Stop-Motion Animated film fills the Giant Screen with lavishly detailed sets and characters inspired by the fascinating designs of renowned artist James C. Christensen, while the musical score hearkens back to many beloved Christmas classics.

Just before the closing credits roll, Santa and Hob reappear and take the audience on a whimsical tour through the magical workshop where THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS was made. Artists create sets and characters, voice actors demonstrate their talents, and animators devote their skills and experience in bringing the script to life.

Certain to be an endearing film for decades, THE LIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS will spark the imaginations of young and old.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Gayle Reynolds: "With Birds" Opening Reception

28 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

The Water's Edge
1302 21st Street
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 4 – 8pm

The Water's Edge features "With Birds," a collection of paintings by Gayle Reynolds.

The Water's Edge Studio in Gallery is owned by Galveston artists Gayle and Rex Reynolds.

The gallery specializes in watercolors and oils, with a special emphasis on tropical palm trees, historic homes and buildings, and other Galveston scenery.

Rex also builds exquisite wooden dories, which are small, shallow-draft boats in a variety of styles and colors.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Harbor Tour

28 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

2100 Harborside Dr.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 4 – 5pm

See Galveston Harbor up close aboard "Seagull II," Texas Seaport Museum’s 50-foot twin-engine motor vessel. Fast, stable and sheltered, she was built specifically for harbor sight-seeing excursions and education, and is a perfect platform for waterborne experiential learning. The boat is U.S. Coast Guard certified and her operators are fully licensed and knowledgeable about the history and lore of her home waters.

"Seagull II" is restroom-equipped, offers soft drinks and bottled water for sale, and has a comfortable main deck, sheltered from sun and rain. An open upper deck affords a full panorama of water and sky.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Fiesta Navidena

28 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens Expo Arena
7 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 4 – 10pm

Moody Gardens and Island Star Performances are proud to host Fiesta Navidena Saturday, November 28th featuring the nation’s premier mariachi band, Mariachi Sol de Mexico. The festival of food, dancing, singing and fun also will feature an all-star Tropical Jingle Jam with Houston’s top Latin Performers.

The internationally acclaimed Mariachi Sol de Mexico was formed by Jose Hernandez in 1981 to reflect the vision of an inspiring, artistic mariachi ensemble. As true representatives of a treasured cultural heritage, Sol de Mexico is a cohesive, dynamic team that has accepted the vision to live on as the Nation's Premier Mariachi band.

The 14 member orchestrated mariachi group personifies the romance, serenity and rich cultural tradition of Mexico. Mariachi Sol de Mexico offers traditional mariachi sounds embellished with fresh contemporary passion and powerful new rhythms. The group has toured the world and played with some of the most respected recording artists; Sol de Mexico is Luis Miguel’s exclusive touring accompaniment.

The Tropical Jingle Jam will feature spectacular performances by Rudy Rincon of Grupo Kache, Mary Frometa of Mari’s Band, Cecli Arujo of La Diabla Orquesta, Angelucho of Angelucho Orquesta, Norma Zenteno of Norma Zenteno Band, Gerardo Araujo of Pachangar Orquesta and Giberto Hurtado of Orquesta Salmrum. Jorge Orta will serve as musical director for the Christmas-themed event that will offer a blend of traditional Latin music and well known holiday carols.

In addition to music, Fiesta Navidena will offer plenty of complimentary family-friendly activities, including face painting, a bounce house and arts & crafts activities in Santa’s Workshop. And don’t forget to bring your cameras – Santa and a live reindeer will be on hand for pictures from 4pm to 7pm. Additional festivities will include food and beverages, numerous vendor booths and a special appearance by the Dynamo Girls. Throughout the event, award winning remixer and producer DJ Cubanito will be on hand to keep the fiesta hopping.

$20 for Adults and $10 for Children ages 3-12. A family four pack (2 adults + 2 kids) is available for $50. Free Admission for children 3-12 with a toy donation to Toys for Tots*.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.moodytickets.com… by phone at 409-683-4186, para espanol 713-581-0796, or through the Concerts on the Gulf Box Office located in the lobby of the Moody Gardens Hotel. Box office hours: Monday-Sunday 9am to 6pm.

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More info: www.galveston.com…

"Restoration in Progress" Tours

28 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT

Ashton Villa
2328 Broadway
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 4 – 4:45pm

Ashton Villa is currently hosting “Restoration in Progress" Tours at Ashton Villa," every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday. The tours lead visitors through the still unfinished, unfurnished main floor, whose original plaster walls are still drying, describing in detail the damage that occurred to the property as a result of Hurricane Ike and the steps that will be necessary to fully restore the mansion. The undamaged, still furnished second floor of Ashton Villa will be included in the tour as well.

The oldest mansion on Broadway, Ashton Villa was built in 1859 on the eve of the Civil War. It was operated as a house museum by Galveston Historical Foundation for decades until its first floor was flooded by Hurricane Ike on September 12, 2008.

The new Friday, Saturday, and Sunday tours at Ashton Villa will be held at 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. The price will be $9 for adults ($2 will go to match the Save America's Treasures Grant), $6 for students 6 to 18, $23 for a family pass (two adults and up to three students under 18), and free for kids 0 to 5.

The new tour will cover the history of the house, the family, the 1900 Hurricane, the grade raising, Hurricane Ike, and preservation/restoration problems of the house has faced both before and after Hurricane Ike. Problems such as the deterioration of the brick, the rising damp, will be covered, as will the possible solutions to those problems, and the damage and remediation of the building after Ike.

For more information, call 409-762-2475.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Disney’s A Christmas Carol IMAX 3D"

28 Nov 2009 22:20:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 4:20 – 6pm

The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future are coming to Moody Gardens to kick off the holiday season in Galveston. An IMAX® 3D experience, Disney’s A Christmas Carol, premieres Friday, Nov. 6 on the biggest screen in the Houston area. Starring Jim Carrey and directed by Academy Award® winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, the holiday film captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3D motion picture event.

“This is a great film that will complement our annual Festival of Lights nicely,” said Moody Gardens General Manager John Zendt who added that there will be a long list of special activities at Moody Gardens throughout the holiday season ranging from the world’s largest Bah Humbug to a Fruit Cake Launch. “We are anticipating a memorable holiday experience as we offer our guests the best IMAX® 3D experience in our area.”

Walt Disney Pictures and ImageMovers Digital present Disney’s A Christmas Carol from Robert Zemeckis’s own adaptation based on the classic novella by Charles Dickens. The stellar cast is led by multi-faceted actor Jim Carrey, who, like many of his co-stars, appears in several pivotal roles. In addition to portraying Ebenezer Scrooge at various ages, old and young, Carrey brings to life the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Christmas Yet to Come.

Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Jim Carrey, begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gray Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). Scrooge later encounters the ghost of his dead business partner Joseph Marley, who is paying the price in the afterlife for his own callousness. Marley hopes to help Scrooge avoid a similar fate and tells him that he will be visited by three spirits. But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take Old Scrooge on an eye-opening journey revealing truths he is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.

Unlike standard 3D films shown at the Moody Gardens 3D Giant Screen Theater, Disney’s A Christmas Carol is one hour and 40-minute long and will be shown daily through Jan. 8. Admission is $11.95 for adults and $9.95 for children and seniors. For movie schedule and more information, please visit moodygardens.org or call 800-582-4673.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Joe Sewell

28 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Hotel Galvez
2024 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 5 – 10pm

Enjoy the classic sounds of Joe Sewell every Saturday from 5 - 10 pm in the Lobby Bar of Hotel Galvez. This historic bar was originally located in one of the last speakeasies in Galveston - Old Galveston Club.

A sparkling vision of Victorian elegance rising from the sand and surf, the Hotel Galvez - A Wyndham Historic Hotel in Galveston, Texas, was known as the "Queen of the Gulf" on the day she opened in 1911. For nearly a century, this charming Galveston hotel has been the choice of guests as demanding and diverse as Teddy Roosevelt, Howard Hughes, and Frank Sinatra. A multi-million dollar renovation has restored the Hotel Galvez to its rightful place as a timeless showplace on the Gulf of Mexico.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Nina Kay

28 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

The Tremont House
2300 Mechanic St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 5 – 10pm

Enjoy the classic sounds of Nina Kay in the historic Toujouse Bar. Live entertainment is scheduled every Friday and Saturday evening. The Toujouse Bar now offers a selection single malt scotches, small batch bourbons and a variety of martinis.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Robert Mihovil's "Ike: The Aftermath" and Jerry Graham's "One of a Kind Sculptures"

28 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

Hutchings-Sealy Artists' Lofts
2326 Strand
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 5 – 9:30pm

As one of ArtWalk's "Other Walls," the Hutchings-Sealy Lofts will present Robert Mihovil's "Ike: The Aftermath" and Jerry Graham's "One of a Kind Sculptures".

More info: www.galveston.com…

Wanda LaBorde: "Galveston Photography"

28 Nov 2009 23:00:00 GMT

The Barking Frog
701 14th St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 5 – 9pm

As one of ArtWalk's "Other Walls," The Barking Frog will present Wanda LaBorde's "Galveston Photography," on view thru December 9, 2009.

The Barking Frog, a Galveston Island-based furniture and interior design showroom, is owned by Todd Slaughter. The Barking Frog has continuously offered the finest in coastal home furnishings, art, and accessories.

The Barking Frog's main goal is to provide warm, comfortable, and stylish surroundings at affordable prices.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Gulf Coast Wood Turners Group"

29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Grand 1894 Opera House
2020 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6 – 9pm

Galveston’s Grand 1894 Opera House will present the Gulf Coast Wood Turners Group whittling their way into the Island’s next ArtWalk, scheduled for Saturday, November 28th. This group of Houston artists will showcase turned vessels, bowls, and other unique hand-crafted items –all created from Galveston trees.

In addition, select items made by the Group will be donated for inclusion in a special silent auction that will take place that same evening. All proceeds from the silent auction will be donated to the Galveston Island Tree Conservancy – an organization founded to oversee the planting of thousands of replacement trees lost during Hurricane Ike. Other artists expected to participate at The Grand may include members of the Tree committee and Tree conservancy. The exhibition will be held in Edna’s Room, adjacent to The Grand’s box office. The event is scheduled between 6-9pm.

More info: www.galveston.com…

David Sullivan: "Power Up!" Opening Exhibition

29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Wagner Sousa Modern Art
404 25th St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6 – 9pm

Wagner Sousa Modern Art features David Sullivan's "Power Up!," on view thru January 20, 2010.

Wagner Sousa Modern Art represents a number of emerging and established artists working in the fields of drawing, painting, sculpture and photography. We also show work by several craftsmen working in modern furniture.

The gallery is located in the historic 1878 M.W. Shaw building, a warehouse space in a developing section of downtown Galveston.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Gary Schott: "Mechanical Playthings" Opening Reception

29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

DesignWorks
2119 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6 – 9pm

DesignWorks gallery presents Gary Schott's "Mechanical Playthings," on exhibition thru January 17, 2010.

DesignWorks creates interiors for a wide variety of projects, including both new construction and renovations.

National credits include numerous primary residences and second homes, as well as corporate offices and other commercial interiors.

With over 30 years of experience, DesignWorks understands and carefully considers the impact of structural, mechanical and electrical systems on the creative and functional design of interior spaces.

Working with architects, builders and homeowners alike, DesignWorks partners with clients, creatively solving design challenges within budget.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Camille Pendleton: "Painting the Blues" Opening Exhibition

29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Silk Stocking Gallery
25th & Avenue L
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6 – 9pm

J Bangle's Silk Stocking Gallery is located at 25th & Avenue L, the 1913 building that once housed the Viani Corner Store at Avenue L and 25th Street.

The gallery currently features Camille Pendleton's "Painting the Blues," on exhibition thru January 23, 2010.

Since 1981, J. Bangle Galleries has helped patrons from around the world frame those cherished possessions most important to them. Included among the gallery's most famous frame jobs are prints of Galveston's Tall Ship Elissa for James Michener and Prince Charles, as well as an original Gauguin.

Voted Best Gallery in Galveston County by readers of the local newspaper, the Gallery also offers a host of other treasures including antiques, collectibles, and a tasteful collection of old coin sets and frames.

But according to Bangle, the heart of the gallery is the art collection by renowned local and national artists; most notably, "Galveston's own" Pam Heidt.

When visiting the Island, stop by J. Bangle Galleries, and experience why this is one of Galveston's favorite destinations!

More info: www.galveston.com…

Festival of Lights

29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6 – 10pm

Festive sights and sounds will once again fill the air at Moody Gardens during the Festival of Lights November 14th through January 2nd. As one of the largest holiday celebrations on the Gulf Coast, the annual event receives over 85,000 visitors, many of whom have made the festival their own holiday tradition.

Santa Claus will kick off the festivities on November 14th by parachuting in to switch on a mile-long trail of more than one million lights. The festival will be celebrated on Thursdays through Saturdays between November 20th and December 12th and daily starting December 17th through January 2nd, from 6pm to 10pm.

In addition to over 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertainment, visitors can strap on a pair of skates and glide across the ice at the area’s only Outdoor Ice Skating Rink. Indoors, visitors can take pictures with Santa or enjoy a variety of holiday-themed films at the IMAX 3D Theater, Ridefilm Theater and 4D Special FX Theater. In the spirit of tradition, Polar Express 4D will return with interactive special effects like snow, wind and the smell of hot chocolate to engage all the viewers’ senses.

Friends, family or colleagues can enjoy each other’s company over the annual Holiday Dinner Buffet at the Garden Restaurant or at the Gift of Christmas Live Show and Dinner which combines a fine dining experience with a festive performance by Texas’ brightest talents.

Admission to the Festival of Lights is $5.95, and tickets to additional attractions including the Rainforest Pyramid, holiday IMAX 3D film, holiday Ridefilm, Outdoor Ice Skating Rink and Colonel Paddlewheel Boat, can be purchased for $5 each with a Festival of Lights ticket. For more information, please call 800-582-4673 or visit moodygardens.org.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Moody Gardens Outdoor Ice Skating Rink

29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Moody Gardens
1 Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6 – 10pm

In addition to over 100 sound-enhanced animated light displays and nightly live entertainment, visitors can strap on a pair of skates and glide across the ice at the area’s only Outdoor Ice Skating Rink. The brand new rink features the beautiful scenery of the Offatts Bayou.

$5.95 for adults, children and seniors($5.00 extra for skate rentals) $30.00 for adults, children and seniors. Includes unlimited admission to Festival of Lights and Outdoor Ice Skating Rink and skate rentals. Season Pass is good from Nov. 14, 2009 through Jan. 2, 2010.

More info: www.galveston.com…

ArtWalk

29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Galveston Arts Center & Other Galleries
2501 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6 – 9pm

For over twenty years, the Galveston Arts Center has produced ArtWalk on Saturday nights in the heart of the historic district. Now spreading to other parts of the island, ArtWalk occurs approximately every six weeks. Not a street festival, ArtWalk takes place in existing commercial galleries, non-profit arts spaces and what are called "other walls," restaurants and retail stores, for example. Each exhibits art and welcomes viewers with open doors, later hours and refreshments. One of the Galveston Arts Center's largest programs, ArtWalk, promotes visual art and artists, offers alternative places to see and learn about art and hopes to bring newcomers, as well as welcome return visitors to the art community on the island.

Incorporated in 1986, the Galveston Art Center (GAC) is as an independent nonprofit organization that presents pacesetting contemporary art in a historic building on Galveston's Strand donated by the Junior League of Galveston County.

The Galveston Arts Center is the only visual arts organization in Galveston with a permanent location, a rotating exhibition schedule with free admission at all times, and a full-time staff. Curator Clint Willour brings contemporary art from all over the state in approximately 25 exhibitions a year, offering both emerging and established artists a home here. Over 50,000 visitors annually visit GAC exhibitions. In addition, the GAC regularly tours exhibitions to other arts spaces in the state and produces award-winning publications. Willour often draws insightful parallels among the shows he installs in each of the three galleries, presenting unique ways of thinking about art.

One of the most rewarding programs of the GAC is Art for All which provides art education outreach to various underserved populations in our community from children on extended hospital stays, to pre-K children at a neighborhood community center to the elderly who live in a local nursing home. These programs offer the joy and new ways of seeing that creative learning can inspire.

For over 20 years the GAC has organized and produced ArtWalk, occurring every six to eight weeks on Saturday nights in the heart of Galveston's historic district. Not a street festival, ArtWalk takes place in existing galleries and non-profit spaces and also what are called "other walls," for example, restaurants and retail stores. ArtWalk promotes visual art and artists, extends alternative places to see and learn about art and hopes to bring newcomers, as well as welcome return visitors to the art community on the island.

The Center also houses a museum shop, ArtWorks, that presents a showcase for fine craft artists. The store manager constantly looks for new artists and actively pursues supporting working regional artists through display and shop sales. Works are taken on commission and sold to support both the artist and the Arts Center.

Initial support for building renovation and programming was provided by: the Junior League of Galveston County, the Moody Foundation; the Kempner Fund; the Houston Endowment and individual donors. Today Hotel/Motel taxes, individual donations, memberships, private foundations and corporate grants provide funding. Devoted volunteers support the GAC with the gift of their time. Agencies such as the National Endowment for the Arts, Institute of Museum Services, National Trust for Historic Preservation, Texas Historical Commission, the Texas Commission on the Arts and the Texas Committee for the Humanities also have contributed to GAC programs.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Patrick Renner: "xylem" and Jonathon Leach: "Beauty and The Byproduct" Opening Exhibition

29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Galveston Arts Center in Exile 2
2501 Market St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6 – 9pm

Galveston Arts Center is pleased to present two exhibitions each referencing architecture through materials or design in conjunction with the November 28th ArtWalk. Patrick Renner: "xylem," and Jonathan Leach: "Beauty and the Byproduct" will remain on view through January 10, 2010, and are free and open to the public. Curator Clint Willour will lead a gallery talk with the artists at 6:30 pm.

Houston-based artist Patrick Renner uses found objects, primarily painted boards and weathered wood that speak to their previous architectural uses in his sculptures. Using urban detritus, Renner reworks the castoff pieces into simple geometric shapes that are enriched by the pattern and colors of the materials, resembling three-dimensional crazy quilts. Renner allows each piece of wood to retain its own history, he writes, “Found objects continue to be of primary importance to my [artistic] practice…. Architectural refuse from countless sources reassembles itself into new form, like a demolition explosion in reverse.” The title of the exhibition, xylem, refers to the water-conducting tissue of vascular or woody plants. The artist notes that it alludes to the fluidity and painterly approach to a sculptural format. A variety of three-dimensional wall dependent works and free-standing sculpture will be included in the exhibition.

Renner received an MFA in sculpture from the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University in 2006, and a BFA from the Kansas City Art Institute in 2004. He completed a residency at Sculpture Space in Utica, NY, in 2007 and has shown his work in venues throughout the US and in Cuba.

Issues of color and architecture also appear in the canvases of painter Jonathan Leach. Using intense day-glo colors, Leach’s geometric abstractions refer to unspecific architectural structures and urban environments. “My work reflects an architectural and iconographic landscape drawn from commercial cities and developing sprawl,” says Leach. “Bright colors… seduce and trap our wandering eyes in this urban environment. I use these commercial colors and architectural compositions to convey not just the bombarding beauty of our billboard environment but also the way that place becomes a marker of memory.”

A native of Lexington, KY, Leach received a BFA from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago in 2000. He currently lives and works in Houston and has most recently exhibited his work at venues in Houston, Portland, OR, and St. Paul, MN.

Galveston Arts Center is currently operating “in exile” from our second temporary downtown gallery space—the site of the former Maceo’s Spice and Import Company located on the corner of Market and 25th Streets. The administrative offices are also at this location. The gallery and selections from GAC’s museum shop, ArtWorks, are open to the public Wednesday through Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Something Old, Something New: Galveston’s Distinctive Architecture"

29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Tremont House
2300 Mechanic St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6 – 9pm

Guests can see "Something Old, Something New: Galveston’s Distinctive Architecture" as depicted in Historic Postcards and Paintings from the Rosenberg Library’s Collection as part of ArtWalk at The Tremont House. "Something Old, Something New" will feature color postcards and paintings highlighting Galveston’s historic buildings and their unique architectural traits. The presentation will include postcards from the early 1900s to the 1950s, including many images from the Forshey Collection. Featured buildings include Union Station, Tremont Hotel (1872-1928), and the original John Sealy Hospital.

Rocky and Sherrie Forshey donated more than 700 postcards of Galveston to The Galveston and Texas History Center at Rosenberg Library in February 2009. This is the final presentation of postcards from this collection that has been featured during ArtWalk.

Guests at the exhibit will have the opportunity to purchase reproductions of some historic postcards and other images that are part of Rosenberg Library’s collection. Sales will benefit the Rosenberg Library. Rosenberg Library, located at 23rd and Sealy, suffered extensive damage from Hurricane Ike. The Library is currently serving the public as it continues to rebuild. To make donations toward the recovery of Rosenberg Library visit www.rosenberg-library.org or call (409) 763-8854.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"November Show"

29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Art League Gallery
2117A Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6 – 9pm

The Galveston Art League presents its November Show.

The Galveston Art League was founded in June, 1914. Today, it enjoys the distinction of being the oldest art league in Texas. Throughout the years, the league has exhibited the work of local artists, sponsored art instruction by well known artists, provided student scholarships and introduced Galvestonians to the cultural world.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Holiday Group Exhibition: Opening Reception

29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Buchanan Gallery
220 25th Street
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6 – 9pm

Join Buchanan Gallery as it hosts a Holiday Group Exhibition of gallery artists in a variety of mediums. Participating artists include Heather Gorham, Danna Ruth Harvey, Kathy Hughes, Margaret Smithers-Crump, Doug Sweet, Lissa Rankin, MD, Matthew Klein and
Damon Thomas.

The exhibitions continue thru January 15, 2010.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Rene' Wiley: "Galveston's Alleyways" Opening Reception

29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Rene' Wiley Studio Gallery
2128 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6 – 9pm

This exhibition features Rene' Wiley's "Galveston's Alleyways." On exhibit thru January 2010.

Rene' Wiley Studio & Gallery is located on Galveston Island. The subject for most of her work is the warm Gulf Coast light that illuminiates the harbors, wetlands, alleyways and an assortment of interesting structures. Victorian homes line the streets of her neighborhood, with the Seawall on one end and the historic Strand on the other - so inspiration is always close at hand.

More info: www.galveston.com…

"Group Exhibition"

29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Local Color
120 20th Street
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6 – 9pm

Local Color Gallery presents a group exhibition with works by Darren Cleveland, David L. Vollmer, Mike Meadors, Kai Urushihara, Lorraine Martin, and John Skarda.

Local Color features an array of artwork by local artists, as well as wide selection of gift items. The gallery features beautiful, digital photography by Darren Cleveland, hand-knitted wire creations by David L. Vollmer, unique Galveston postcards, dazzling sculpture and jewelry by Beverly Cox, rich flavorful Giordano Coffee, soy-blended Jazz candles, and much more.

More info: www.galveston.com…

Melanie Wade Leslie: "Transitory Passages" Opening Reception

29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Bogan Gallery
2217 Postoffice St.
Galveston, TX
Saturday, November 28, 2009, 6 – 9pm

Bogan Gallery presents Melanie Wade Leslie's "Transitory Passages," and "American Masters: Prints by American Masters."

Melanie Wade Leslie has been exploring the properties of printmaking processes for many years. Trained in the fine art approaches to printmaking, her experience in the newspaper business added an understanding of printmaking's commercial efficiency. In addition, she has studied the psychological and physical aspects of horses, making comparisons between human needs and behavior with that of equus. The result is a unique combination of process and idea that makes Ms. Leslie's work universally appealing, spiritual, and at times, very powerful.

Bogan Gallery is located at 2217 Postoffice Street, and is owned and operated by Susan Bogan. Mrs. Bogan is an Art Historian and a university Art History instructor who has left the academic world to open the gallery in Galveston.

The works exhibited in the gallery have a diverse range, from Native American influences to modern abstraction, from impressionist landscapes to glass, ceramics, and woodturning.

More info: www.galveston.com…