Isle man nominated as Poet Laureate
GALVESTON — Jim Boone, of Galveston, has earned a nomination as United States Poet Laureate.
January 18, 2012

Time to prepare for spring vegetable gardening
Experienced gardeners know that in just a few weeks the spring gardening season will be underway.
January 18, 2012

Cinema club meets to watch obscure films
GALVESTON — Movies at the Galveston Video Club feature films that didn’t make it to big seat cinemas.
January 18, 2012

It’s that time of the year for Girl Scout cookies
Nicole Pattillo writes about the annual Girl Scout cookie sale.
January 18, 2012

Home & Garden Show is in March
GALVESTON — The 24th annual Galveston Home & Garden Show will be March 10-11 at the Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort.
January 18, 2012

Free admission offered to Armand Bayou
Families who visit Armand Bayou Nature Center on the third Sunday of every month in 2012 will be admitted free.
January 15, 2012

‘Embracing Aging’ features local work
GALVESTON — The Rosenberg Library Museum will present a new photography exhibit, “Embracing Aging,” through the end of March in the Harris Gallery.
January 11, 2012

Tourism group hosts Breakfast with the Cranes
In its third year, Breakfast with the Cranes has joined FeatherFest as one of the Galveston Island Nature Tourism Council’s signature events.
January 11, 2012

Educational programs on gardeners’ checklist
One circumstance that remains predictable is during the next several months, the days will be getting slightly longer until the first day of summer.
January 11, 2012

4-H fundraiser to benefit Laura Recovery Center
HITCHCOCK — Galveston County 4-H will sponsor the “G CO DASH,” a combination warrior dash race and fundraiser for ages 8 to adult.
January 11, 2012

Galveston Reads begins with exhibit, discussion
GALVESTON — A variety of free activities will take place in Galveston from January through March.
January 11, 2012

Play-A-Sax on display at Rosenberg Library
GALVESTON — A vintage Play-A-Sax will be on display through the month of January at Rosenberg Library in Galveston.
January 04, 2012

Sea of sand awaits travelers
Westbound travelers leaving Galveston view a sand panorama that stretches from the beach on their left to the bay on their right.
January 04, 2012

Fencing club all about the duel
GALVESTON — Several times a week the Galveston Fencing Club gathers for ancient combat with a high-tech edge.
December 28, 2011

Don’t trash your tree
GALVESTON — Christmas trees can be converted into mulch and provide benefits beyond the holidays.
December 28, 2011

Keep hummingbird feeders up and filled
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department suggests people should not take down their hummingbird feeders during the winter.
December 28, 2011

A little TLC will prolong life of Christmas plants
Let’s take a look at several of the more popular Christmas flowers and how to care for them to prolong their beauty.
December 28, 2011

Amateur astronomers take away peace, solitude
GALVESTON — Amateur astronomers say money put into hobby is well worth the investment.
December 21, 2011

Tradition of the Christmas tree
Either cutting your own Christmas tree or selecting one at a lot and bringing it inside the home are all part of modern family traditions.
December 21, 2011

Island group protects Czech culture
Dorothy Palmer is a proud member of the Galveston County Czech Heritage Society.
December 21, 2011

Chess club members plot strategies
GALVESTON — The Galveston Island Chess Club is open to players of all ages and skill levels and meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m.
December 14, 2011

Poinsettias provide vibrant colors
Poinsettias have been admired for centuries for their colorful red bracts in the late fall.
December 14, 2011

He is the new, old beachcomber
During the past year or so, John Dundee has been trying to accomplish a daily walk on the beach.
December 14, 2011

Study to probe the dark side of birding
Lisa J Reznicek, a graduate student at TAMUG, is conducting a study in hopes to get birders’ perspectives to help improve resource management.
December 14, 2011

GHF to host Battle of Galveston re-enactment
GALVESTON — This year’s Battle of Galveston re-enactment is Jan. 13-15 on The Strand in Galveston.
December 14, 2011